EasyMP Slide Converter Operation Guide
Contents Overview of EasyMP Slide Converter 2 Limitations Regarding Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Other Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 EasyMP Slide Converter Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of EasyMP Slide Converter This chapter explains how to convert files using EasyMP Slide Converter and how to install the software.
EasyMP Slide Converter Summary EasyMP Slide Converter Summary EasyMP Slide Converter is a software that allows you to perform a slide show using a projector without connecting to a computer. To play a slide show without a computer, convert the PowerPoint file into a scenario file using EasyMP Slide Converter. Transfer the converted scenarios to a USB storage device and install it in the projector. You can then play the slide show with the projector's feature, Slideshow or PC Free.
Installing the Software Installing the Software You can find EasyMP Slide Converter on the EPSON Projector Software CD-ROM. Install the software on the computer you are using.
Installing the Software 6 ** The Microsoft PowerPoint Web App is not supported. Software Requirements EasyMP Slide Converter runs on computers that meet the following requirements.
Converting PowerPoint Files into Scenarios This chapter explains how to convert a PowerPoint file into a scenario, and how to transfer to a USB storage device.
Converting a PowerPoint File Converting a PowerPoint File You can convert a PowerPoint file into a scenario to play a slide show without connecting to a computer. 8 Explanation of the Main Screen Start EasyMP Slide Converter to display the Main screen. The functions for each button are described in the following table. Scenario Conversion Procedure Scenarios are converted using the following procedure. A Start EasyMP Slide Converter, and select the PowerPoint file.
Converting a PowerPoint File q When After converting a file, copy it to memory is enabled on the Set screen, you can make each setting by following the on-screen instructions. 9 D The Set screen is displayed. Make the necessary settings, and then click Next. For information on the settings, see the following section. s "Changing Settings" p.14 When disabled, make each setting from the Main screen. Converting to a Scenario This section explains how to convert a scenario step-by-step.
Converting a PowerPoint File E Check the setting details, and then click Convert. q 10 F When the Preview confirmation screen is displayed after conversion is complete, click Yes. If you do not want to view the Preview, click No and go to procedure 7. The Preview screen is displayed. For information on the functions of each button, see the following section. s "Previewing a Scenario" p.
Converting a PowerPoint File H The Select Copy Location screen is displayed. Click Browse to select the drive where the USB storage device is connected. Then, click OK. To edit the playing order or continuous play settings for scenarios, select Play automatically. (AutoRun setting). You can also make AutoRun settings after conversion is complete. s "Editing AutoRun" p.
Converting a PowerPoint File • When After converting a file, copy it to memory is not selected: The confirmation screen is displayed. Click Convert. Converting the file to a scenario starts. When Play a slideshow and convert files is selected from Conversion Mode, the slide show is displayed. C Preview the converted scenario, and then transfer it to a USB storage device. • When After converting a file, copy it to memory is selected: s Go to procedure 6 of "Converting to a Scenario".
Checking and Making Settings for the Scenario Checking and Making Settings for the Scenario Previewing a Scenario You can check the scenario on the Preview screen after conversion. Click the Preview button on the Main screen to display the Preview screen. For information on the functions for each button, see the following table. 13 Saving a Scenario to a USB Storage Device This section explains how to transfer a converted scenario to a USB storage device.
Checking and Making Settings for the Scenario To set AutoRun, see the following table. 14 For information on the settings, see the following table. Drive Select the drive to edit the AutoRun file. Continuous Play To start projecting from the first scenario again once projection of all scenarios in the AutoRun File List is complete, select Continuous Play. File List A list of scenarios for which AutoRun is not set is displayed.
Checking and Making Settings for the Scenario Conversion Mode Select the conversion method for the PowerPoint file. • Play a slideshow and convert files The slide show is displayed during conversion allowing you to check the slide show as it is converted. Cannot operate other applications during conversion. The file is saved in FSE format. • Convert files without playing a slideshow A slide show is not displayed during conversion. The effects set for the slides are not converted.
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Uninstalling the Software Uninstalling the Software Make sure you check the following points before starting uninstallation. • You need administrator authority to uninstall EasyMP Slide Converter. • Close all running applications before starting uninstallation. For Windows XP A Click Start, and then click Control Panel. B Double-click Add or Remove Programs. C Select EasyMP Slide Converter, and then click Change/Remove. For Windows Vista/Windows 7 A Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
EasyMP Slide Converter Limitations EasyMP Slide Converter Limitations When using EasyMP Slide Converter, the following restrictions apply. Limitations Regarding OS • If you are using Windows XP Service Pack 2, the program may terminate suddenly when you select a PowerPoint file on the desktop. In order to resolve this issue, either update to Windows XP Service Pack 3 or contact Epson.
Troubleshooting 19 Troubleshooting Error Message when Starting Up EasyMP Slide Converter Error Messages Remedy The application cannot be used with your OS version. Update your OS to the required version. EasyMP Slide Converter cannot be installed under the OS being used. Install under a supported OS. To use EasyMP Slide Converter, PowerPoint® 2002 or a later version must be installed. Reinstall EasyMP Slide Converter after installing PowerPoint 2002 or later.
Troubleshooting 20 Problems Concerning EasyMP Slide Converter Convert to FSE is not displayed in the PowerPoint right click menu. Check Was PowerPoint installed after installing EasyMP Slide Converter? Remedy The menu may not be displayed, if PowerPoint is installed after installing EasyMP Slide Converter. Reinstall EasyMP Slide Converter. Cannot convert to a scenario. Check Is PowerPoint running? Remedy Close PowerPoint before starting conversion. Also, do not start PowerPoint during conversion.
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