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PowerLite

TW100

Home Theater Projector

User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrica l vo ltag es insid e the proj ecto r can seve rel y injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation.

Caution: When you replace the lamp, never touch the new lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.

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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Supported Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Cable Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Easy to Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Using the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Turning On Your Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Turning On the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Switching Between Picture Sources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Focusing and Zooming Your Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Displaying a Test Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Selecting the Color Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Selecting the Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization. . . . . . . . . 20

Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Freezing the Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Fine-tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using the Projector’s Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Changing Settings Through the Full Menus . . . . . . . . . 27

Changing Video Settings Using the Line Menu. . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the Image Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Adjusting Image Color and Clarity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Configuring the Input Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Repositioning the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Customizing Projector Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Saving and Recalling Image Quality Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Saving Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Recalling a Memory Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information. . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Resetting the Lamp Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Storing the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using On-Screen Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Solving Image Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Where To Get Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Telephone Support Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer

Connecting to a VGA Computer Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Connecting to a DVI Computer Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

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Appendix B: Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Appendix C: Technical Specifications. . . . . . .73

General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Projection Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Input B Port Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Compatible Video Formats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

ESC/VP21 Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Screen Size and Projection Distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Supported Signal Resolutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the EPSON

Theater Projector. Now you can enjo y high-quality front or rear projection in the relaxing environment of your own home.

Features

The PowerLite TW100 offers these powerful features:

■ 16:9 wide format LCD panel

■ 800:1 contrast ratio

■ High resolution of 1280 × 720

■ 700 ANSI lumens

PowerLite® TW100 Home

■ Short lens focus; you can project an 80-inch diagonal image with

the projector just 10 feet away

■ Five setup configurations, including front or rear projection and

ceiling mounted installation

■ Whisper-quiet operation

■ DCDi Advanced Image Processor technol ogy (by Faroudja

which reduces the jagged edges caus ed by conventional progressive scan conversion

■ 3/2 menu pull-down circuit, matching the frame rate for film

(24 frames per second) to video (30 FPS)

■ Trigger port (to activate projecti on screen)

■ Lock port for o pt i on al Kensington

MicroSaver® anti-theft device

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Supported Devices

You can connect the projector to an y of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player, DTV decoder, HDTV tuner, videodisc player, cable/satellite box, TV, video game console, audio/video receiver, camcorder, pers onal video recorder, digital camera, or laser disc player.

The projector supports composite video, S-Video, and component video, and it automatically senses th e video format (HDTV, NTSC, PAL, or SECAM).

It can also be connected to a desktop or laptop PC, or Apple

Macintosh, iMac

Power Macintosh™ series, PowerBook® computers,

™

and iBook™ series systems.

The Quick Setup sheet explains how to connect your projector to your other equipment. See the fo llowing section to see whic h cables are required.

Cable Requirements

The projector does not come with any cab les. However, you may already have the ones you need or you can p urchase them from EPSON (as describe d on pages 3 and 4). Refer to the list bel ow to se e which cables you need for your setup:

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■ To receive a composite vide o signal, you need an RCA video

cable. (One is usually provided with your video device.)

■ To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is

usually provided with your video device.)

■ To receive a component video signal from a DVD player or other

video device, you need a component video cable.

■ If you want to connect more than one component video source,

you need a VGA-to-component video cable.

■ To connect a VGA computer to the projector, you need a VGA

computer cable.

■ To connect a computer with a DVI interface, you need a

DVI/analog interface cable.

■ Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may

need the Macintosh adapter set shown o n page 62. Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer.

You can purchase many of these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON at (800) 873-776 6, or by vi siting the EPSON Store

at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Optional Accessories

EPSON provides the following optional acc es sories for the p ro j e ct or :

Product Product number

Replacement lamp and air filter V13H010L17 Customized ca rrying cases:

Samsonite wheeled soft case ATA molded hard shell case ATA shipping case Soft shoulder bag

Installation ac ce ss ories:

Ceiling mount Suspension adapter

False ceiling plate Distribution amplifier ELPDA01 Kensington security lock ELPSL01 Presentation audio system ELPPAS1 Wireless microphone system ELPCVSII Presentation cameras:

High resolution document imager

Motion presentation camera

High resolution document camera Projection screens:

50-inch portable pop- up screen

60-inch portable pop- up screen

80-inch portable pop- up screen

ELPKS35 ELPKS40 ELPKS41 ELPKS13

ELPMB36 ELPMBAPL ELPMBFCP

ELPDC02 ELPDC03 ELPDC04

ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08

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Product Product number

Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter and desktop adapter)

Component video ca bl e (VG A to component vide o) E LPKC1 9 Digital video cables:

DVI to DVI, 10 feet (3 meters) DVI to DFP, 10 feet (3 meters)

DVI to analog video, 10 feet (3 meters)

ELPAP01

ELPKC20 ELPKC21 V12H005C25

Easy to Use

The projector is very easy to use. Buttons on the projector and remote control let you make quick adjustments to the pr ojected image:

■ If multiple devices are connected to the projector, press the Input

buttons to switch from one to the next.

■ Press the Colortune button to select the best color mode. Choose

from Dynamic, Theater, Natural, PC, or sRGB.

■ The Aspect button lets you select from five aspect ratios to match

the image source (Normal, Zoom, Squeeze, Normal through, Squeeze through).

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Additionally, you can use the projector’s simple menu system to adjust the image quality (including color, sharpness, noise reduction and the motion detect setting).

Once your settings are just the way you want them, you can save them for future use by assigning them to one of the 6 remote control memory buttons.

Using Your Documentation

Your owner’s kit includes warranty information, your PrivateLine® Support card, Quick Setup sheet, and this User’sGuide. See the Quick Setup sheet to connect the projector to a video source such as a DVD player or VCR. (If you are connecting the projector to a computer, see Appendix A in this book for detailed instructions.)

This User’s Guide contains all the other information you need to use your projector. Please foll ow these guidelines as you read through the book:

■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

■ Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

■ Notes contain important information about your projector.

For More Information

If you need help not covered in the documentation, try the following:

■ Built-in help system

Press the Help button on the projector or the remote control to get instant help while using the projector. See page 48 for details.

■ support.epson.com

Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to EPSON support.

■ EPSON PrivateLine Support service

This service requires a PIN code, which is provided on a special card inclu d ed in your ow ner’s kit. To get help fast from EPSON, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the card in your owner’s kit. If your projector needs to be repaired, EPSON provides overnight replacement service in most parts of the U.S. and Canada.

You can also take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 59 for more information.

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Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic carry-i n warranty (on page 71) as well as an international warranty; so you can use your projector with confidence anywhere in the wor ld . For details, see the warranty brochure inc luded in your owner’s kit.

In addition, EPSON offers free Extra Care unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See the brochure in your owner’s kit for details.

To register, simply fill out the registration card included in your owner’s kit and mail it to EPSON. Or you can register online at

http://epsonwebreg.info2.net/. Registering also lets you receive

special updates on new accessories, products, and service.

Road Service. In the

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Using the Projector

Follow the instructions in this chapter to:

■ Turn on the projector and other equipment

■ Switch between picture sources

■ Adjust the image

■ Turn off the picture and sound

■ Freeze the action

■ Shut down the projector

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Turning On Your Equipment

Make sure your projector and other equi pment are set up and connected correctly, as described on the Quick Setup sheet or in Appendix A. Then turn on your projector and other equipment as described below.

Turning On the Projector

1. Make sure the power is turned off for the projector and any sources you have connected to it.

2. Remove the lens cover.

3. Connect one end of the power cord to the power inlet on the back of the projector.

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4. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.

5. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector.

The P power light on top of the projector flashes orange, and then stays orange.

Orange

6. Turn on the power to any equipment connected to the projector.

7. Press the

Power button on the remote control or the top of the

projector.

Green

note

The projector will not respond to any buttons on the control panel or remote control while the power light is flashing orange or green.

warning

Never look into the lens whe n the lamp is on. This can damage your ey es, and is especially dangerous for children.

The P power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the projection lamp comes on in about 15 seconds. The power light stays gree n, and you may see a blue screen with the

Signal

message displayed. This is normal.

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8. Press the

Play button on your video source to start your v id eo

(if necessary).

9. If you’ve connected more than one video and/or computer source, you may need to select a different source. Press the button on the projector or one of the

Input buttons on the

Source

remote control. (See “Switching Between Picture Sources” on page 11 for more information.)

If you’re projecting from a computer, and you see a New Hardware Wizard message sayi n g that it has found a plug-and-play monitor, click

Cancel.

If the image is upside-down or reversed, you need to change the

Projection option in the Setting menu. See page 35.

If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for help.

Once you see your image, turn to page 12 for instructions on focusing and making other image adjustments.

When you’re ready to turn off the projector, follow the steps on page 22.

No Signal

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What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the No Signal message after turning on your computer or video sour ce, try the following:

■ Make sure the power light is green and not fl ashing and the lens

cover is off.

■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on the

Quick Setup sheet (or Appendix A, for computers).

■ Select a different source (if more than one is connected to the

projector) by pressing one of the control. (See page11.)

■ If you connected a computer, try restarting it.

■ If you’re using a laptop, you may need to set up your system to

display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen, as described on page53.

Input buttons on the remote

Switching Between Picture Sources

If your projector is connect e d to mor e t ha n one vi deo s our ce , yo u can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to switch between the different sources.

On the projector’s control panel, press the

Source button to display

the currently selected source. Press it again quickly to switch. Continue pressing the button until the name of the source you want is displayed on the screen.

Source button

Input buttons

On the remote control, press one of the Input buttons to select the desired source:

Press this button To select the source connec ted to this po rt

S-Video S-Video Video Composite video A Input A component video B Input B component video or computer D-RGB D-RGB DVI-I port (digital cable) A-RGB A-RGB DVI port (analog cable)

After you select a source, t he scree n goes dark fo r a moment before the image appears.

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Adjusting the Image

Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:

■ If the image is too high or too low, you can repositio n it as

described below.

■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 13.

■ If the image isn’t square, see page 14.

■ To select a different color mode, see page 1 6 .

■ To change the aspect ratio, see page 17.

■ If the projected image is flickeri ng or “noisy,” see page 20.

Adjusting the Height of Your Image

The projector should be as perpendicular to the screen as possible. If the image is too low, you can raise it by extending the projector’s front foot.

1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release button and lift the front of the projector. Th is unlocks the foot.

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Foot release button

2. Once the image is positioned w here you want it, release the button to lock the foot in place.

3. If you need to straighten the image, rotate the round adjustable

foot at the back of the projector.

If the image is no longer square after raising it, see page 14.

Focusing and Zooming Your Image

The size of your projected image is determined mainly by the distance between the projector and the screen , but you can also use the zoom ring to enlarge or reduce the image.

Zoom ring

note

To determine how far the

rojector should be from the screen, see “Screen Size and Projection Distances” on

age 79.

Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.

Focus ring

note

You can also adjust the focus by displaying a test pattern (as described on page15).

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Adjusting the Image Shape

p p

If the projector is raised in the front or the back, like this:

your projected image may not be square or rectangular; it may have a “keystone” shape like one of the examples shown below.

note

You can also correct keystone distortion by displaying a test

attern (as described in the

next section) or through the

rojector’s Setting menu (see age 35).

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To correct this, hold down the panel and press the top or bottom

Shift button on the projector’s control

Keystone button until the corners

of the image are square. After correction, your image will be slightly smaller. The keystone adjustment remains in the projector’s memory, so if you

later change the position of the projector, you mi ght need to adjust the keystone setting as well.

If the image becomes distorted or blurry after you make a keystone correction, try decreasing the

Sharpness setting in the Video menu,

as described on page 30.

Displaying a Test Pattern

You can display a test pattern before or during projection to adjust the focus, correct keystone distortion, and select the best light and dark shades. Follow these steps:

1. Press the

Pattern button on the remote control or the pr ojector’s

control panel. You see the Cros shatch pattern:

2. Adjust the focus ring until the

Hs are as sharp as they can be. If

you need to correct any keystone distortion, hold down the button on the projector’s control panel and press the top or bottom

3. Press the

Keystone button, as described on page14.

Pattern button again to display the Grayscale pattern:

Shift

Use this pattern to adjust the dark and light shades. Follow the instructions on page 29 to select the Video menu and choose the

Color Adjustment option. Then select either Color Temp or RGB. (See page 31 for more information.)

When you display the menu, the test pattern disappears. After you adjust the color, you need to exit the menu and d ispl a y the test pattern again to see your changes take effect.

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Selecting the Color Mode

You can select from five pre-set color modes to get the best color settings:

■ Dynamic—for projecting images with greater modulation and

color intens ity

■ Theater—good when projecting movies or images with dark

scenes

■ Natural—best for projecting images in their natural co lo r

■ PC—brightest color mode for projecting computer images

■ sRGB—good for images that conform to the sRGB standard. If

the connected video source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and the video source to

sRGB.

note

You can also change the color mode through the Video menu. See page 30.

To change the color mode, press the desired setting appears on the screen.

Projector

Colortune button until the

Remote control

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Selecting the Aspect Ratio

The aspect ratio is the ratio between an image’s length and its height. Standard images have an aspect ratio of 4:3; HDTV and almost all DVD images have an aspect ratio of 16:9. If your video source is 16:9, the projector displays it in its native ratio. If it is 4:3, you can choose the best mode for projecting it.

Normal mode

Normal mode maintains the aspect ratio of the image source and the images are projected onto a 16:9 screen area. When 4:3 images are being projected, black bands appear on the sides.

4:3 image on input source displayed through projector

Squeeze mode

Use this setting if the video source has a 16:9 output mode. If images in squeeze mode are viewed on a 4:3 TV screen, the images are com pres sed (as shown on th e left). But when squeeze mode is selected on the projector, the im ages are projec ted correctly in their native wi de-sc reen (16:9 )

16:9 image displayed in squeeze mode on a 4:3 TV screen

displayed through projector

format.

image output in 4:3 format

When images output in 4:3 format are projected using the projector’s squeeze mode, they are elongated horizontally.

image displayed through the projector in squeeze mode

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Zoom mode

In zoom mode, images output in 4:3 format are cropped at the top and bottom by a set amount and then projected in a 16:9 format.

4:3 image cut at top and bottom

Through mode

4:3 image on 4:3 input source

Squeeze Through mode

16:9 image on 4:3 input source

image resized to 16:9

If the input signal resolutio n is 1280 x 72 0 or less, the images are projected with the resolution unchanged. The size of the displayed images depends on the input resolution.

image disp layed in projector’s normal through mode

If the input signal resolutio n is 1280 x 72 0 or less, the input signal resolution is elongated horizontally and the images are projected at an aspect ratio of 16:9. The size of the displayed images will change depending on the input resolution.

image disp layed in projector’s squeeze through mode

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Press the Aspect button on the control panel or the remote control to select the aspect ratio of the screen display. The current setting appears in the top right corner of the screen each time the ratio changes.

The table below shows which aspect ratio modes are available for the different input sources.

Squeeze

Input signal Normal Squeeze Zoom Through

Video (SDTV)

✓✓✓✓✓

Through

Normal

Video (HDTV) Computer

(SVGA or lower)

Computer (XGA or higher)

✓✓ ✓✓✓

✓✓

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If you press and hold the and then press the

Shift button on the projector’s control panel

Aspect button while you are in Through mode or

Squeeze Through mode, you can move the image to one of the following 3 positions:

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization

If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of detail (such as the text of a letter), you may notice one or more vertical stripes or bands, or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. You can increase the clarity by pressing the button on the remote control. This resets the projector’s tracking, sync, and position settings.

Auto

Auto button

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If further adjustment is needed , you can correct the image manually using the

Tracking and Sync options in the Video menu. (See

page 31.)

Incorrect tracking Incorrect sync

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

You can use the Blank button on the remote control to darken your screen and turn off the sound. This is useful if you pause the video.

■ To turn off the picture and sound, pr ess the Blank button. The

screen goes dark.

■ To turn the picture and sound back on, press Blank again.

If you don’t pause the video it continues to play even though you can’t see or hear it. When you press the playback does not resume at the exact point you paused it.

Blank button again to resume, the

Freezing the Action

If you want to temporarily freeze the action on the screen, press the

Still button on the remote control. This freezes any moving images on

the screen until you press the Like the Blank feature, the video and audio input continue while the

moving images are paused, so when you press the resume, the playback does not resume wher e you stopped it.

Still button again.

Still button again to

note

You can make the blank screen blue, instead of black, or display the EPSON logo on the screen whenever you

ress the Blank button.

Using the Projector 21

Shutting Down the Projector

p p

note

If you have turn ed on the

Sleep mode option in the

rojector’s Setting menu, the

rojector turns off the lamp if it has not received any input signals for the selected amount of time (1, 5, or 10 minutes). See page35 for more information.

When you’ve finished using the projector, fol lo w the recommended procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and protects the projector from possible overheating.

1. Turn off any video or computer sources connected to the projector first.

2. To turn off the projector, press the

Power button on the

projector or remote control. You see a confirma tion message:

Power OFF? Please press key again

to power off.

If you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button or ignore the message. (It disappears in about 7 se co nds if you don’t respond.)

3. Press the

Power button again. The lamp is turned off and the

P power light flashes red for about 90 seconds and then changes to flashing orange.

Flashes red and then orange

The light continues flashing orange for about 5 minutes until the projector cools down. When the projector has co oled, the power light stays orange and the exhaust fan shuts off.

If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the light

22 Using the Projector

stops flashing red. Then press the

Power button.

4. If you will not be using the projector for an extended period of time, make sure the P power light is orange, then turn off the main switch on the back of the projector. (See “Storing the Projector” on page 45 for more information.)

caution

Do not turn off the main power switch while the projector is cooling down. This can cause problems with the lamp operation.

5. Replace the lens cover.

caution

To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the power light is green or flashing red or orange.

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24 Using the Projector

Fine-tuning the Projector

You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image

quality, color, and other feat ures. You can display the fu ll menus on the screen to select your settings or display a line menu to change the Video settings for the image being projected.

This chapter covers the following information:

■ Using the menu system

■ Adjusting the image

■ Customizing projector operatio n

■ Saving and recalling image settings

■ Viewing lamp usage and other information

■ Restoring the default settings

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Using the Projector’s Menu System

The projector menus let you adjust and customize many projector features:

■ The Video menu control s the look and quality of the projected

image. It offers several ways to adjust the colo r (including the black and white levels) and fine-tune the sharpness of the image.

■ The Advanced menu lets you change signals from interlaced

mode to progressive conversion mode, adjust motion detection, turn on noise reduction, and select the video input signal.

■ With the Setting menu, you can correct keystone distortion,

select the blank screen color, enable/disable the startup screen, choose the projection method (front, rear, ceiling), select the language, and change the sleep mode setting.

■ The About menu provides information about lamp status and

computer or video settings.

■ The Reset All menu lets you re store t he fac tory defau lts fo r all t he

projector settings.

You can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to access the menus and change settings. Follow the steps below when changing any settings using the full menus. If you want to use the line menu to change one of the video settings see “Changing Video Settings Using the Line Menu” on page 28.

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Changing Settings Through the Full Menus

1. Press the Menu button on the control panel or the remote control.

Projector

Remote

You see the main menu screen:

Menu options

Enter

Black Level White Level Sharpness Color Tint Color Mode Color Adjustment Memory Reset

Select

Color Temp. RGB

2 3 4 5 6

Execute

+ + + + +

Adjust

Menus

Video

Advanced Setting About Reset All

Select

The five menus are listed on the left, and the op tions availab le f or the highlighted menu are shown on the right.

2. Press the or button on the control panel, or press up or down on the

Select button on the remote control, to scroll

through the menu list.

3. When the menu you want is highlighted, press the

Select button

to select it. The highlight moves to the first option for that menu.

4. Press the or button on the control panel, or press up or down on the

Select button on the remote control to scroll

through the list of options. (If a computer or video source isn’t connected, certain options may be unavailable.)

note

The options appearing in the Video and About menus depend on the input source being projected.

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note

If you want to restore the default settings for any menu,

Reset and press the

select

Select button. Then choose Yes and press Select.

5. Use the or button (control panel) or press right or left o n

Select button (remote control) to change the setting for the

the selected option.

Enabled settings are indicated by a green light, while disabled ones are gray.

If an option has a submenu, press the

6. Press the

Esc button to return to the main menu. Your changes

Select button to display it.

are saved automatically.

7. Press

Esc again, or the Menu button, to exit the menu system.

Changing Video Settings Using the Line Menu

Follow these steps to change the video menu settings using the line menu:

note

If no button has been pressed

or 3 seconds while the line menu is displayed, it is turned off automatically.

1. Press the

Select button on the control panel or the remote

control.

Projector

Remote control

You see the line menu:

Black Level

2. Press the or button on the control panel, or press up or down on the

Select button on the remote control until the

setting you want to change appears on the screen.

3. Use the or button (control panel) or press right or left o n

Select button (remote control) to change the setting.

the

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4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to change any other settings using the line

menu. Press

Esc to close any submenu.

5. When you finish, press the

Esc or Menu button to turn off the

line menu.

Adjusting the Image Appearance

The Video and Advanced menus let you ma ke a vari ety of adj ustment s to the projected image to get the best color and quali ty.

The options available in the Video menu depend on which source is connected to the projector: video (composite, S-Video, or component video), standard computer video (analog RGB), or DVI computer video (digital RGB).

Video

Advanced Setting About Reset All

Black Level White Level Sharpness Color Tint Color Mode Color Adjustment Memory Reset

Select

Color Temp. RGB

2 3 4 5 6

Execute

note

You can also change the Video menu settings using the line menu, as described on

age 28.

+ + + + +

Adjust

Select

Enter

Video menu for component Video, composite video, or S-Video

Enter

Black Level White Level Sharpness Color Mode Color Adjustment Memory Reset

Auto Manual

Select

Color Temp. RGB

2 3 4 5 6

Execute

Adjust

Video

Advanced Setting About Reset All

Select Enter

Black Level White Level Sharpness Color Mode Tracking Sync. Color Adjustment Memory Reset

Auto Manual

Select

0 Color Temp RGB 1

2 3 4 5 6

Execute

Adjust

Video

Advanced Setting About Reset All

Select

Video menu for standard computer display (Analog-RGB) Video menu for DVI computer display (Digital-RGB)

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Adjusting Image Color and Clarity

Follow these steps to get the best color and the sharpest image usin g the Video menu:

1. Press the

2. Press the

Menu button. You see the menu screen. Select button to select the Video menu.

3. Use the , , , or buttons on the control panel or the

Select button on the remote control to set the following options:

■ Black Level

Adjusts the brightness of dark areas without affecting the white level setting. Increase (+) the setting to make dark scenes more intense. Decrease (–) the setting to make dark scenes less inten se.

■ White Level

Adjusts the brightness of light areas without affecting the black level setting. Increase (+) the setting to make light scenes brighter and inc rease c ontr a st. D ecre as e ( –) the setting to make variations in light areas more distinct and reduce contrast.

■ Sharpness

Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

■ Color (video only)

Adjusts the color depth or intensity of the image.

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■ Tint (NTSC video only)

Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image.

■ Color Mode

Corrects the vividness of image color. You can select from the following five settings, and sav e a d ifferent one fo r each video and/or computer source:

Dynamic: For projecting images with greater modulation

and intensity

Theater: Ideal for movies with lots of dark scenes Natural: For optimizing images with natural color

Best for making computer presentations as bright as

PC:

possible

sRGB: To use the sRGB standard for computer displays (the

default when projecting from a co mputer with analog video)

■ Tracking (analog computer images only)

Removes unwanted vertical lines from a computer image by matching the projector’s internal clock to the computer display signal.

■ Sync (analog computer images only)

Corrects fuzziness by synchronizing the projector wi th the tracking signal sent from the computer.

■ Color Adjustment

Adjusts the color temperature of the projected image. Select

Color Temp. to set a temperature between 5000K and

10000K and adjust the

Flesh Tone. Select RGB to adjust

individual red, green, and blue values, as shown. (This option is not available if

sRGB is selected as the Color Mode

setting.)

4. When the image is set correctly, press

Esc or Me nu. Your settings

are automatically saved.

Configuring the Input Source

Use the Advanced menu to configure the projector for the current input source. For example, this menu lets you adjust the position of the screen image, select the progression mode, adjust the motion detect setting, and turn on the noise reduction feature.

1. Press the

Menu button to display the menu screen.

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2. Press the button on the control panel, or press down on the

Select button on the remote control, to highlight the Advanced

menu and press the

Select button. You see these settings:

Enter

Progressive Motion Detect

Noise Reduction

Position Video Signal

Input A Input B

Setup Level

Reset

Select [ Film/Auto ] 1 2 3 4 5 OFF NR1 NR2

Adjust

Select

Select 0% 7.5%

[ Auto ]

Execute

Video

Advanced

Setting About Reset All

Select

3. Use the , , , or buttons on the control panel or the

Select button on the remote control to set the following options:

■ Progressive (available for 480i and 575i image signals

only)

The projector automatically determines whether the input signal is a film source or not, so it is best to leave this option to the default function. Turn it

Film/Auto setting and use the 3/2 pull-down

OFF if you want to switch from the

interlaced mode to progressive (IP) conversion mode, for example, when viewing images with a lot of movement. Select

Video when the input source is not a 24 FPS film source.

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■ Motion Detect (available for 480i and 575i image

signals only)

Use this option to adjust the amount of motion in a projected image. Select a low setting (

1 or 2) to reduce flickering and

sharpen images; this is best for still images. When viewing fast moving images, such as sports, choose a higher setting

4 or 5) to project smoother images with less jerkiness.

(

■ Noise Reduction (available for 480i and 575i image

signals only)

Turn this feature on (select NR1 or NR2) to reduce visual “noise” to make the image softer. This is especially useful when text and video images are combined, as in movies with subtitles. If you are projecting from a DVD player, this setting should usu ally be off because DV Ds are relatively free from interference.

■ Position

See “Repositioning the Image” on page34.

■ Video Signal (available for composite or S-Video

signals only)

Leave this setting to Auto unless the input source is N-PAL format or the documentation for your inp ut source says to select a specific setting.

■ Input A (available for 480i and 575i image signals only)

Specifies the format f or the component video source connected to the

or YPbPr for progressive scan DVD or HDTV

images

Input A port. Select YCbCr for DVD

images.

■ Input B

Specifies the format for the source connected to the Input B port. If the source is a computer, select RGB. Select YCbCr for DVD images or YPbPr for progressiv e scan DVD or HDTV images.

■ Setup Level (available for composite, S-Video, or 480i

and 575i image signals)

If you are using the projector with a non-standard input source that has different black level settings, use this feature to adjust the image and select 0% or 7.5%. See the documentation that came with the input source for more information.

4. When you’re finished, press

Esc or Menu.

Fine-tuning the Projector 33

note

If you have reposi tioned the image or adjusted the sync setting, you can use th e button on the remote control to restore the default settings.

Auto

Repositioning the Image

Follow these steps to mo ve the image to a different position on the screen:

1. Press the

2. Select the Advanced menu.

3. Select the

4. Use the , , , or buttons on the control panel or press the to move the image left, right, up, or down.

Menu button to display the menu screen.

Position option. You see a positioning screen.

Select button on the remote control in the desired dir ection

5. When the image is positioned the way you want, press

Esc to exit.

Customizing Projector Operation

You can use the Setting menu to correct keystone distor tion, change the startup scree n and blank screen display, select front or rear projection, and customize several other features. Follow these steps:

1. Press the

2. Press the button on the control panel, or press down on the

Select button on the remote control, to highlight the Sett ing

menu and press the

Menu button to display the menu screen.

Select button. You see these settings:

Video Advanced

Setting

About Reset All

Keystone No-Signal Msg. Startup Screen Blank Sleep Mode Projection Language Reset

BlackOFF LogoBlue

ON OFF

Black LogoBlue

1min.OFF 10min.5min. Select Select Execute

English

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Select Enter

3. Use the , , , or buttons on the control panel or the

Select button on the remote control to s et the following options:

■ Keystone

Corrects keystone distortio n of the image. This procedure makes the image smaller. If the image looks uneven after you adjust the shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 30).

■ No-Signal Msg.

Selects a screen color (blue or black) to display w h en the projector is not receiving a signal. (The logo setting displays the EPSON logo.)

■ Startup Screen

Turn on this option to display the EPSON logo whenever the projector starts.

■ Blank

Selects the screen color to displ a y (blue or black) when you press the

Blank button. (The logo setting displays the

EPSON logo.)

■ Sleep mode

When sleep mode is on, the projector turns off the lamp if it has not received any inp u t signals for the sp ec if ie d amo unt o f time (1, 5, or 10 minutes). The default setting is

OFF.

■ Projection

Selects the projection method, as follows:

Setting Projector position

Front Projector is in front of the screen Front/Ceiling Projector is in front of the screen,

mounted upside-down from the ceiling Rear Projector is behind the screen Rear/Ceiling Projector is behind the screen, mounte d

upside-down from the ceiling

■ Language

Select from 9 languages to be used for the projector menus.

4. When you’re finished, press

Esc or Menu.

Fine-tuning the Projector 35

Saving and Recalling Image Quality Settings

You can save the image quality settings for a particular computer or video source and then recall them later automati cal ly by just pressing

Memory button on the remote control. This is useful if you use

the more than one input source with the pro jec tor; you can save the settings for each one and rec a ll them when necessary.

You can save the settings in the Video and Advanced menus, as well as the current aspect ratio setting.

Saving Menu Settings

Follow these steps to save the projector’s current settings:

1. Press the

Menu button to display the main menu.

2. Make sure all the settings are correct in the Video and Advanced menus.

3. Select

Memory from the Video submenu.

Video

Advanced Setting About Reset All

Return

Black Level White Level Sharpness Color Tint Color Mode Color Adjustment

Memory

Reset

Select

Adjust

Select Color Temp. RGB

2 3 4 5 6

Execute

+ + + + +

Adjust

4. Press the or button (control panel) or press right or left on

Select button (remote control) to choose the memory

the number you want to use for saving this group of settings. These numbers correspond to buttons

1 through 6 on the remote

control.

5. Press the

Select button to confirm the memory setting.

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6. Press

Esc or Menu to exit.

Recalling a Memory Setting

When you want to use a saved memory setting, press one of the memory buttons on the remote control. This applies the saved settings to the image currently being projected on the screen.

If the same video source is connected to the projector the next time you turn it on, the projector uses the same saved memory setting in effect the last time it was on.

Once you have saved a memory setting, you cannot erase it. However, you can change it; just follow the same procedure as for setting it the first time.

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information

Use the About menu to view information about the display settings of your input source and the number of hours the lamp has been used.

1. Press the

2. Press the button on the control panel, or press down on the

Select button on the remote control, to highlight the About

menu. If the projector is connected to a video source, you see these

settings:

Menu button to display the menu screen.

Video Advanced Setting

About

Reset All

Lamp Reset Lamp Timer Video Source Video Signal

Execute

Select Enter

Fine-tuning the Projector 37

If the projector is connected to a computer, you see these settings:

Video Advanced Setting

About

Reset All

Select Enter

Lamp Reset Lamp Timer Video Source Input Signal Frequency

SYNC Polarity

SYNC Mode Resolution Refresh Rate

Execute

H kHz V Hz H V

The life span of the lamp is about 3000 hours. If the number shown is close to 3000, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.

After you change the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer. (See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 42 and “Resetting the Lamp Timer” on page 44.)

Restoring the Default Settings

The Reset All option lets you return all the projector settings to their default values.

38 Fine-tuning the Projector

Video Advanced Setting About

Reset All

Select Enter

Reset All and press the Select button to display the

Select confirmation screen. Select to cancel. Then press

Yes to reset all the default settings or No

Esc.

Execute

warning

Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the

rojector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages in the

rojector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself , ex cept as specifically explained in this User’s Guide. Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.

Maintaining the Projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a

regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens may show up on your pr ojected image.

You also need to periodically clean the air filter to prevent overheating.

The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified servicer.

This chapter covers the following:

■ Cleaning the lens

■ Cleaning the projector case

■ Cleaning and replacing the air filter

■ Replacing the lamp

■ Storing the projector

■ Transporting the projector

Maintaining the Projector 39

Cleaning the Lens

Clean the lenses whenever you noti ce dirt or dust on the surface.

■ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.

caution

Do not rub the lens with any harsh materials.

note

The inside of the projector should be cleaned by a qualified technician every two years to remove dust that may collect i nside. Contact your dealer or service representative.

■ To remove dirt or smears on the le nses, use lens -cleaning pap er. If

necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.

Cleaning the Projector Case

Before you clean the case, first turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free

cloth.

■ To remove stubborn di rt or stai ns, moisten a so ft cloth wi th wate r

and a neutral detergent. Then wipe the case.

■ Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical

detergents. These can damage the ca se.

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter

Clean the air filter on the bottom of the pr ojector after every 100 hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. To clean the air filter, follow these steps:

1. Turn off the projector and allow it to cool down.

2. Turn off the switch on the back of the projec tor.

3. Unplug the power cord.

4. Stand the projector on end with the handle on top to keep dust

40 Maintaining the Projector

and dirt from falling inside.

5. To clean the filter, EPSON recommends using a small vacuum

cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you don’t have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush (such as an artist’s camel-hair brush).

If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is broken, replace it. Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United States to obtain a new one. In Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

6. If you need to replace the filter, lif t the tab to remove the filter.

Lift the tab

note

When you get a replacement lamp for your projector, a new air filter is included. You should replace the filter when you replace the lamp.

Maintaining the Projector 41

7. To install a new filter, first insert the tabs, then press down until it

clicks in plac e.

warning

Be extremely careful when removing the lamp module. In the unlikely event th at t he bulb has ruptured, small glas fragments may be present an should be removed with caution.

If your projector is mounted on the ceiling, you should take it down before accessing the lamp compartment. This will make it ea sier for you to replace the lamp and minimize the chance of any small glass fragments dropping from the projector.

warning

Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp breaks, handle the shards carefully to avoid in jury.

Replacing the Lamp

The projection lamp typically lasts for about 3000 hours of use. It is time to replace the lamp when:

■ The projection image gets da rker or starts to deteriorate.

■ The lamp light is red or flashing orange.

■ The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the

lamp comes on (after about 2900 hours of use). To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible.

Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United States for a replacement lamp. Request part number Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Be sure to read the “Important Safety Instructions” on page 65 before replacing the lamp; then follow these steps:

1. Turn off the projector and wait for it to cool down (until the light stops flashing).

2. Turn off the power switch on the back of the projector and unplug the power cord.

3. Allow the projector to cool for at least half an hour (if it has bee n on).

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42 Maintaining the Projector

4. Use a screwdriver to slide the latch and pop open the lamp cover.

Then lift up and remove it.

5. Use the screwdriver to loos en the two silver screws holding the lamp in place. (You can’t remove these screws.)

caution

Do not touch the glass

ortion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass could result in premature lamp

ailure.

6. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.

Maintaining the Projector 43

7. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.

warning

The lamp component contains mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal and do not place in a waste stream.

8. To replace the lamp cover, insert the tabs and then snap the cover into place. (The projector wo n’t w ork if the lamp cover is loose.)

After replacing the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer as described in the next section.

Resetting the Lamp Timer

1. Press the Menu button on the projector or the remote control.

2. Select the

3. Select

About menu.

Reset Lamp Timer. You see this prompt:

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4. Select Yes and press Select.

5. When you’re finished, press

Esc or Menu.

The lamp us age tim er doesn ’t register until you’ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours.

Storing the Projector

If you need to store the projector for a while, do the following:

■ Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are

within the recommended range for the projector (14 to 140 °F [–10 to 60 °C] and 10 to 90% relative humidity).

■ Package the projector in its original packaging or equivalent (as

described in the following section).

■ Attach the lens cover and retract the feet.

■ Remove the batteries from the remote contr ol.

Transporting the Projector

The projector contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to transport it, follow these packing guidelines to prevent damage to the projector:

■ When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original

packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector. Be sure the carrier company is capable of transporting fragile equipment and is aware that the projector is fragile.

note

EPSON shall not be liable

or any damages incurred

during transportation.

■ When transporting the projector a long distance, first put it in a

carrying case (such as an optional EPSON case), then pack it in a firm box, using cushioning around the case.

■ When you are hand-carrying the projector , use the carrying

handle.

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46 Maintaining the Projector

Solving Problems

This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells

you how to contact technical suppor t for problems you can’t solve yourself. This chapter explains:

■ Using the projector’s on-screen help system

■ What to do when the projector’s status lights flash

■ Solving problems with the image

■ Solving problems with the remote control

■ Contacting technical support

Solving Problems 47

Using On-Screen Help

Follow these steps to access the projector’s on-screen help:

1. Press the

? Help button on the projector or th e remote control.

Projector

Remote control

You see the Help menu:

Help Menu

Help for the image

Language selection (Language)

If the suggested solution in Help doesn't solve the problem unplug the power from the wall outlet and contact your local dealer.

Select Enter

Exit

2. Choose the option you want and press the the submenu, such as:

Select button. You see

48 Solving Problems

Help Menu

No image appears on the screen.

The image is not in focus. The image is distorted. The image is not displayed fully on the screen. (cut off/ too big/ too small/ partial) The color of the image is abnormal. The image is too dark. The image is trapezoi dal.

Select

Enter

Return

Exit

3. Highlight the problem you are having and press

Select.

4. Highlight a solution (if this choice is available). Then press the

Select button.

Press the If the solution is to adjust one of the setti ngs, use the , , ,

or button on the projector or the control to adjust it.

5. To exit, press the If none of the suggestions solves your problem, see additional

solutions to p roblems in the following sections.

Esc button if you need to back up.

Select button on the remote

? Help button again.

What To Do When the Lights Flash

The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.

Power light Lamp light Temperature light

If the projector is not working correctly, first turn it off, let it cool, and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the status lights on top of the projector and try the solutions recommended on the following pages.

The power light is flashing red and you cannot turn on the projector.

The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light stops flashing red (it will start flashing orange); then press the projector.

Power button to turn on the

Solving Problems 49

The power light does not come on.

Make sure the power co rd is connected securely both at the power outlet and the projector. If you have just replaced the lamp, make sure the cover is securely fastened.

The lamp warning light is red or flashing red.

Replace the lamp as described on page 42.

The lamp warning light is flashing orange.

The lamp is almost burned out. Make sure you have a replacement lamp ready.

The temperature light is flashing orange.

■ The projector is too hot, and is in a high-speed cooling cy cle.

Make sure the room temperature does no t exceed 95 °F (35 °C) and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation.

■ The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on

page 40.

warning

Except as specifically explained in this User’sGuide, do not attempt to service the

rojector yourself.

50 Solving Problems

The temperature light is red.

■ The projector is overh eating, which turns the lamp off

automatically. Wait until the cooling fan stops, then unplug the power cord. Plug the power cord back in and press the button. Make sure the room temperature is not above 95 °F (35 °C) and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilatio n.

■ The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on

page 40.

■ If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter,

the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Contact EPSON for help.

Refer to the following table for a complete description of the projector’s status lights and their meaning.

Power

Status lights

Light Status Description

orange The projector is in standby mode. You can press the Power button to

turn it on, or turn it off with the power switch on the back.

flashing green The projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.

green The projec tor is operating normally.

flashing red or orange

red

flashing red

flashing red flashing orange The lamp is almost burned out. Make sure you have a replacement

red

red flashing orange The projector is too hot and is in cooling mode. Make sure the

red

The projector is cooling down. Do not turn off the main switch on the back or unplug it until the light stops flashing. If you want to turn the projector back on, you can press the Power button if the light is flashing orange or is solid orange. You cannot turn it on if the light is flashing red.

Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Remove the power cord and contact your dealer for help.

lamp ready. The lamp is burned out. Replace it as described on page 42.

temperature surrounding the projector does not exceed 95 and there is plenty of space around and under it for ventilation. Clean the air filter if necessary. See page 40 for instructions.

The projector is overheating, which turns off the lamp automatically. Let it cool for five minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation. If it continues to overheat, you may need to change the air filter. See page 40 for instructions.

°F (35 °C)

red

flashing red

red

flashing red

The lamp was not cooled down properly. The main power switch was turned off before the projector cooled down the last time it was used, and then the projector was turned back on before one hour. Turn off the projector, wait 2 minutes, and when the fan stops, turn off the main switch. Wait another 2 minutes, then turn the projector back on.

There is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Turn off the projector and unplug it. Contact your dealer for help.

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Solving Image Problems

No image appears on the screen.

■ Check that the P power light is green, not flashing, and the lens

cover is off.

■ The projector may be in standby (or Sleep) mode. If the P power

light is orange, press the Check the

■ If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector

Sleep mode setting in the Setting menu (page 35).

may still be cooling down. Wait until the power light stops flashing and remains orange; then press the

■ Make sure the power switch on the back of the projector is turned

on.

■ Try pressing the Power button on the remote control.

■ Press the Blank button to make sure the picture has not been

turned off temporarily.

■ A video device connected to the projector may have turned off.

■ The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a

black screen sa ver. Try pressing a key on the computer.

Power button to turn the projector on.

Power button again.

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■ Check the setting for the No-Signal msg. option in the Setting

menu. If it is set to

OFF, nothing will be displayed on the scr een .

You see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed.

■ If you have more than one source connected to the projec tor,

press the buttons on the remote control to select the correct input source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.

■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in the

Quick Setup (or Appendix A, for computers).

■ Make sure the input source is turned on.

Source button on the projector or one of the Input

■ Check the settings for the Video Signal, Input A, or Input B

options in the Advanced menu to make sure they are correct for the input source. (See page 33.)

If you’re using a PC laptop:

■ Press the function key that lets you display on an external

monitor. It’s often labelled with an icon such as , but it may also be labelled

CRT/LCD. You may have to hold down the Fn key

while pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for details.

On most systems, the key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time. Allow a few seconds for the projecto r to sync up after pressing it.

■ Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use

the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details.

If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with OS 9.x or earlier:

1. From the Apple menu, select

Monitors and Sound.

Control Panels, then click

2. Click the Arrange icon, and then drag one monitor icon on top of the other.

Click here

Drag one monitor

icon on top of

the other

note

If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings. Click the

Monitor icon and then select

a Simulscan resolu tion from the ones in the Resolution box. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection.)

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If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with OS X:

1. Select

2. Click

System Preferences from the Apple menu and click

Displays.

Detect Displays.

Click here

3. To display the entire desktop on both your projector screen and LCD screen, click the

Arrange tab. (If you don’t see this tab,

make sure it is not hidden by another window on your screen.)

4. Click

Mirror Displays in the lower corner of the screen. One of

the monitor icons automatically moves on top of the other.

54 Solving Problems

Click here

The image is upside-down or reversed.

Change the setting for the Projection option in the Set ting menu. (See page 35.)

The message Not Supported is displayed.

■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed SXGA

× 720). Also, make sure the frequency is supported by the

(1280 projector. (See page 76.) If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting as described below.

■ Check the settings for the Video Signal, Input A, or Input B

options in the Advanced menu to make sure they are correct for the input source.

Only part of the image is displayed or the image is too small, too large, or compressed.

■ Try selecting a different aspect ratio by pressing the Aspect

button on the remote control. (See page 17.)

■ Make sure the image Position setting is correc t on the Video

menu. See page 33 for more information.

■ If you’re using a computer, make sure its resolution setting is

correct or select one of the compatible video fo rmats listed on page 76.

■ Windows:

Right-click the desktop, select

Properties, click the Settings

tab, and select a different resolution.

■ Macintosh:

On the Apple menu, choose

Monitors and Sound. Select a different resolution.

■ You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you

Control Panels, then click

created them for a different resolution. See your software documentation for specific information.

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The image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped.

If you’ve tilted the projector upward by extending the foot, the image will be broader at the top. If it is tilting downward, it will be broader at the base. To correct this, hold down the projector’s control panel and press the top or bottom

Shift button on the

Keystone

button until the corners of th e image are square.

The image contains static or noise.

■ If you are projecting from a 480i or 575i i nput source, turn on the

Noise Reduction feature in the Advanced menu to reduce visual

noise. See page 33.

■ Make sure the Video Signal, Input A, or Input B options in th e

Advanced menu are correct. See page 33.

■ If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet (2 meters), or

an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced. Also, keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference.

■ The video signal may be split between the computer and the

projector. If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your laptop computer and the projector, turn off the laptop’s LCD display.

56 Solving Problems

The image is blurry.

■ There may be dirt or smears on the lens. Clean the lens as

described on page40.

■ Adjust the focus using the focus r ing or di splay t he test patte rn by

pressing the

■ Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. You may need

to wait before using the projector after moving it from a cold environment to a warm environment.

Pattern button.

■ Adjust the Sharpness setting on the Video menu (see page 30).

When you change video settings, you should be able to see the effect on the screen im mediately. If you’re projecting from a computer, you may also need to adjust the tracking and sync as described in the next section. If you don’t like the new settings, you can always select

Reset to return to the fac tory default

settings.

■ Make sure the input signal matches the connected source. Check

the settings for the

Video Signal, Input A, and Input B options

in the Advanced menu. (Se e page 3 3 for more information.)

■ If a computer is connected to the projector, make sure the correct

resolution is selected. See your computer documentation.

You see vertical stripes or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section.

■ If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that

contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice one or more vertical stripes or band s, or some of the ch aracters may look heavy or blurred. Pr ess the the projector’s tracking and sync settings.

Auto button on the remote control. This resets

■ If further adjustment is needed, you can fine-tune the Tracking

Sync settings manually using the Video menu as described

and on page 31.

The colors of the image are not right.

■ Select a different color mode by pressing the Colortune button

on the projector or remote control or selecting the option in the Video menu.

■ To increase or reduce contras t, try adju st ing th e Black Level and

White Level in the Video menu.

■ If you’re displaying video, adjust the Color or Tint in the Video

menu.

■ Adjust the color contrast with the Color Adjustment option in

the Video menu.

Color Mode

note

Because of the different technologies used, your projected image may not exactly match the colors on your lap top or computer monitor.

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■ Make sure the input signal matche s th e connected sour ce. Check

the settings for the in the Advanced menu. If the

Video Signal, Input A, and Input B options

Input B option is set to RGB when

the projector is receiving component video signals, the images may look too green. If the

YpbPr when a computer is connected, the images may look too

Input B option is set to YCbCr or

purple. (See page 33 for more information.)

■ If the input source is a computer, check its display settings to

correct the color balance.

■ If the lamp is running out, the image will become darker. You

may need to replace the lamp.

Solving Problems with the Remote Control

The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.

■ Make sure you are within 30 feet (9 meters) of the projector, and

within range of the projector’s front or back sensor (approximately 30° to the left or right and 15° above or below).

58 Solving Problems

■ The remote control batteries may not be installed correctly or may

be low on power. Try replacing the batteries.

■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fl uorescent lights. Make

sure the projector is not in direct sunlight. Strong lighting, especially fluorescent lights, may affect the projector’s infrared receivers.

■ Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such

as a radiant room heater.

Where To Get Help

EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table.

Service Access

World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s product

support page at http://support.epson.com. After selecting your product, you can access troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical advice through e-mail.

Presenters Online Access tips, templates, and training for developing

successful presentations at

http://www.presentersonline.com

Telephone Support Services

To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included in your owne r’s kit. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. Th is service is available 6 Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.

AM to 6 PM,

You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:

■ U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday

■ Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday Toll or long distance charges may apply. Before you call, please have the following information ready:

■ Product name (EPSON PowerLite TW100)

■ Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector)

■ Computer configuration or type of video source

■ Description of the problem

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You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral

60 Solving Problems

Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer

This appendix explains how to connect a laptop or desktop PC or

Macintosh to the projector’s VGA or DVI interface. Before you start, make sure you have the proper cables , identified on page 2.

Connecting to a VGA Computer Source

You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including PC notebook and laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks, and hand-held devices. For this connection, you’ll need an optional VGA computer cable. (See page 2.)

1. Make sure your computer and the projector are turned off.

2. If you are connecting to a desktop computer, disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the comp uter.

3. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s port.

Input B

Input B port

Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer 61

4. Connect the other end of the computer cable to your computer’s

video port.

note

You can purchase a desktop adapter from EPSON; see

age 4.

If you’re using a Macintosh and the cable doesn’t fit, you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter.

To use the adapter, remove its cover as shown and set its DIP switc hes acco rding to the resolution you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions.

Replace the cover and connect the adapter to the free end of the computer video cable. Then plug the cable (with the adapter) into the video port on your Macintosh.

5. Tighten the screws on the connectors. Now you are ready to plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 8

for instructions. Be sure to check the settin g for the

Input B port in the Setting menu

(as described o n page33) to make sure i t is corr ect fo r your compu ter.

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Connecting to a DVI Computer Source

The projector’s DVI (Digital Visual Interface) port receives pictures directly from your computer in digital format. This lets the projector display images of greater clarity than can be achieved using a standard analog VGA connection. You’ll need one of the optional D VI cables described on page 4.

Follow these steps:

1. Make sure your computer and the projector are turned off.

2. If you are connecting to a desktop computer, disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the computer.

3. Connect one end of the DVI cable to the projector’s

4. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer’s video port.

5. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

Now you are ready to plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 8 for instructions.

Be sure to check the settin g for the (as described o n pag e33) to make sure it is corr ect fo r y our compu ter .

Input A port in the Setting menu

DVI port.

DVI port

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64 Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer

Appendix B: Notices

This chapter includes safety instructions and other important information

about your EPSON PowerLite projector.

Important Safety Instructions

Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector:

■ Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table.

■ Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat.

■ Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you are not

sure of the power available, consult your dealer or power company.

■ Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily

unplugged.

Placez l’appareil près d’une prise de courant où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement.

■ Insert the projector’s three-wire grounding-type plug into a properly

grounded outlet. If you have a two-prong outlet, contact an electrician to replace it. Do not hold the plug with wet hands.

■ Take the following precautions for the plug. Failure to comply with

these precautions could result in sparks or fire: Do not insert the plug into an outlet with dust present. Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.

■ Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience

receptacles. This can cause fire or electric shock.

■ Do not place the projector where the cord can be walked on. This may

result in fraying or damage to the plug.

■ Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp

cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

■ Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide

ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating. Do not operate the projector on a sofa, rug, or other soft surface, or in a closed-in cabinet unless proper vent ilation is provided.

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■ Never push objects of any kind through the cabinet slots. Never spill

liquid of any kind into the projector.

■ Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to

service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards.

■ Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used

for extended periods.

■ Do not place the projector and/or remote control on top of

heat-producing equipment or in a hot location.

■ Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the following conditions:

■ When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

■ If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed

to rain or water.

■ If it does not operate normally when you follow the operating

instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in perf ormance, indicating a need for service.

■ If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged.

■ If you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it,

use the correct power cord for that country.

■ Do not stand on the projector or place heavy objects on it.

■ Do not use the projector outside of the required temperature range of

41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C). Doing so may cause an unstable display and could lead to projector dam ag e.

■ Do not store the projector outside of the required temperature range of

14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) or in direct sunlight for long periods o f time. Doing so may cause damage to the case.

■ The projector contains many glass parts such as the lens and projection

lamp. The lamp is fragile and can easi ly break. If the lamp brea ks, handle the projector very carefully to avoid injury from broken glass, and contact your dealer or service representative for repair. Be careful to avoid getting pieces of glass in the eyes or mouth.

■ Be particularly careful if the projector is installed against the cei ling, as

small pieces of glass may fall down when the lamp cover is removed.

■ Never try to remove the lamp immediately after use, as this will cause

serious burns. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 to replace the lamp.

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■ A mercury lamp with high internal pressure is used as the projector’s

light source. Mercury lamps may make a loud noise when they break. To avoid injury or poisoning, handle the lamp with extreme care while observing the following:

■ Do not damage the lamp or subject it to any impacts.

■ Do not use the lamp a f ter th e l amp repla cem ent perio d has ela p sed,

as the possibility of breaking the lamp increases. Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible after receiving the lamp replacement message.

■ The gases inside mercury lamps contain mercury vapor which is

released when the lamps break. If the lamp breaks, immediately ventilate the room to prevent the gases from being inhaled or coming into contact with the eyes or mouth.

■ Do not bring your face close to the projector while it is in use.

■ If the lamp breaks and gas from the lamp or fragments of broken

glass are inhaled or get into the eyes or mouth, or if any other ill effects are noticed, immediately seek medical attention.

■ Please consult your state and local regulations regarding pro per

disposal of the lamp and do not place in a waste stream.

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Remote Control Information

You can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the projector. The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions:

■ There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR

receiver on the projector.

■ Ambient light is too bright.

■ Certain types of fluorescent lighti ng are used.

■ A strong lig ht source shin es into the IR receiver.

■ Other equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room

heater, is in the room.

These conditions commonly cause problems for most infrared-controlled equipment. Try the following:

■ The remote control unit’s batteries may be low on power; replace them.

■ Dim the ambient lighting and / or turn off any fluorescent lights .

■ Close any window coverings and/or move the projector out of direct

sunlight.

■ Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy.

If the remote control still does not work properly, remember you can always control your computer-based presentation directly from the computer, even in an environment containing one of the conditions listed above.

68 Appendix B: Notices

Declaration of Conformity

According to 47CFR, Part 2 a nd 15 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power

Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: EPSON AMERICA, INC.

Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way

MS: 3-13

Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibi lity that the produc t identif ied here in, co mplies

with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B di gital d evice. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the sta ndards. Records maintaine d continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesire d operation.

Trade Name: EPSON Type of Product: Multimedia Projector Model: EMP-TW100

Appendix B: Notices 69

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuan t to Part15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gener ates , u ses, a nd can ra diat e r adio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause har mful interfere nce to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particul ar installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determine d by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

70 Appendix B: Notices

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

Warranty

Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty

What Is Covered : Epson America, Inc. (“EPSON”) warrants to the first end user customer of the EPSON product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased and used in the United States or Canada, conforms to the manufactur er’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase (except that the warranty period is 90 days for projector lamps).

What EPSON Will Do To Correct Problems: If you elect carry-in warranty service, please bring the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent, along with proof of the date of original purchase, to your EPSON Dealer or EPSON Customer Care Center. EPSON will, at its option, repair or replace on an exchange basis the defective unit, without charge for parts or labor. When warranty service involves the ex cha nge of the product or of a part , the item replaced becomes EPSON property. The exchanged product or part may be new or previ ously repaired t o the E PSON standard of quality. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warr anty period of the product covered by this limited warranty. However, each replacement lamp carries the limited 90-day warranty stated above.

What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty covers only normal consumer use in the United States and Canada. For lamps, 24-hour-per-day use causes unusual strain and is not considered normal use. This warranty does not cover consumables (e.g., fuses), other than lamps. EPSON is not responsible for warranty service should the EPSON label or logo or the ra ting label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-EPSON products, or ser vice other than by an EPSON Authorized Servicer. Postage, insurance, or shipping costs incurred in presenting your EPSON product for carry-in warranty service are your responsibility. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service, you will be held responsible for costs incurred.

THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

Appendix B: Notices 71

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. IF THE REMEDY ABOVE FAILS, EPSON’S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty

lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or c onsequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from jurisdictio n to jurisdiction.

72 Appendix B: Notices

To locate the Authorized EPSON Servicer nearest you, call the EPSON

Connection

at (800) 637-7661 + PIN or (562) 276-4394 in the U.S. and (905) 709-3839 in Canada or write to: Epson America, Inc., P.O. Box 93012, Long Beach, CA 90809-3012.

Appendix C: Technical

Specifications

General

Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels Diagonal: 0.9 inches (22.9 mm) Lens F=1.74 to 2.06, f=28.3 mm to 37.98 mm Resolution 1280 × 720 pixels Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.7 million colors Brightness 700 lumens (ANSI) Optical aspect ratio 16:9 (horizontal : vertical)

Contrast ratio 800:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 3.0 to 42.7 feet (0.91 to 13.01 meters) Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down (ceiling mount) Zoom ratio 1:1.35 Noise level 30 d B Keystone correction

angle Vertical: Keystone correction

ratio 7.3:–1 Refresh rate 60 Hz

± 15° (maximum)

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Projection Lamp

Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 150 W Lamp life About 3000 hours Part number V13H010L17

Remote Control

Range 32.8 feet (10 meters) Batteries Alkaline AA (2)

Dimensions

Height 4.1 inches (104 mm) Width 13.7 inches (348 mm) Depth 10.8 inches (274 mm) Weight 9.3 lb (4.2 kg)

Electrical

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz AC Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 2.7A

Power consumption Operating: 240 W

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200 to 240 VAC, 1.3 A

Standby: 6.7 W

Environmental

Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)

Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)

Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH,

non-condensing Storage: 10 to 90% RH,

non-condensing

Safety

United States FCC Part 15J Class B

UL1950 Rev. 3

Canada DOC SOR/88-475

CSA C22.2 No. 950 Rev. 3 (cUL)

CE Marking Directive 73/23/EEC

EN 60950 Directive 89/336/EEC

EN 55022, EN 55024

Input B Port Pin Assignments

The Input B port is a female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector. Here are its pin assignments:

Pin no. Computer port Pin no. Computer port

1 Red video 9 Reserved 2 Green vide o 10 Synchronous GND 3 Blue video 11 GND 4 GND 12 SDA 5 GND 13 Horizontal sync /

composite sync 6 Red GND 14 Vertical sync 7 Green GND 15 SCL 8 Blue GND

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Compatible Video Formats

The projector supp orts NTSC, PAL , and SECAM internati onal video standards, as well as the monitor display formats listed below.

To project images output from a computer, the computer’s video card must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency) that’s compatible with the projector; see the following table for compatible formats. As noted below, some images are automatically resized to display in one of the projector’s “native” formats. In addition, the frequencies of some computers may not allow images to display correctly; see your computer’s documentation for details.

Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution DVI support

PC98 57 640 VGAEGA 70 640 × 350 supported VGA60 60 640 × 480 supported VESA72 72 640 VESA75 75 640 × 480 supported VESA85 85 640 × 480 supported SVGA56 56 800 SVGA60 60 800 × 600 supported SVGA72 72 800 × 600 supported SVGA75 75 800 SVGA85 85 800 × 600 supported XGA43i 43 1024 × 768 XGA60 60 1024 × 768 XGA70 70 1024 × 768 XGA75 75 1024 × 768 XGA85 85 1024 SXGA1—70 70 1152 × 864 SXGA1—75 75 1152 SXGA1—85 85 1152 SXGA2—60 60 1280 SXGA2—75 75 1280 SXGA2—85 85 1280 SXGA3—43i 43 1280 × 1024 SXGA3—60 60 1280 × 1024 SXGA3—75 75 1280 SXGA3—85 85 1280

× 400 supported

× 480 supported

× 600 supported

* *

supported

× 768

× 864 × 864 × 960 × 960 × 960

× 1024 × 1024

* * * * * *

* * * *

supported supported supported supported supported supported

supported supported

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Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution DVI support

iMAC VGA 117 640 × 480 iMAC SVGA 95 800 iMAC XGA 75 1024 × 768

× 600

supported MAC II 13 67 640 × 480 supported MAC16 75 832 MAC19 75 1024 × 768 MAC21 75 1152 × 870 TV480i 60 TV575i 50 SDTV480p 60 SDTV575P 50 HDTV720p 60 HDTV1080i 60 NTSC 60 NTSC4.43 60 PAL 50 M-PAL 60 N-PAL 50 PAL60 60 SECAM 50

The image is resized so that it displays using one of the projector’s native formats.

× 624 supported

* *

— — — — — — — — — — — — —

supported

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ESC/VP21 Commands

When the projector is in a command ready state, it r e tu rns th e : co de . When command processing is complete, the projec tor also returns a code. If command processing terminates with an error, an error message is output and then the

: code is sent.

The complete list of commands is available through the Internet at

http://support.goepson.com.

Item Command

Power ON/OFF

ON PWR ON OFF PWR OFF

Signal selection

Blank ON/OFF

Blank selection

Input B (Analog-RGB) SOURCE 11 Input B (Digital-RGB ) SOURCE 12 Input B (RGB-Video) SOURCE 13 Input A/Component Video (Analog-RGB) SOURCE 21 Input A/Component Video (RGB-Video) SOURCE 22 Input A/Component Video (YCbCr) SOURCE 23 Input A/Component Video (YPbPr) SOURCE 24 Video SOURCE 41 S-Video SOURCE 42 ON MUTE ON OFF MUTE OFF Black BSEL 00 Blue BSEL 01 User’s Logo BSEL 02

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Screen Size and Projection Distances

The distance between the projector and the screen determines the basic size of the projected image, as shown below. Because other adjustments—such as those made with the zoom ring,

Keystone button—also affect the size of the image, the numbers

and in the table should be considered for general guidelines, not exact measurements.

Screen size Approximate projection distance

Aspect button,

30 in (2.1 × 1.2 ft) (66 × 37 cm)

40 in (2.8 × 1.6 ft) (89 × 50 cm)

60 in (4.2 × 2.4 ft) (130 × 75 cm)

80 in (5.7 × 3.2 ft) (180 × 100 cm)

100 in (7.2 × 4.1 ft) (220 × 120 cm)

200 in (14.4 × 8.2 ft) (440 × 250 cm)

300 in (21.6 × 12.1 ft) (660 × 370 cm)

3.0 – 4.1 ft (0.9 – 1.2 m)

4.0 – 5.5 ft (1.2 – 1.6 m)

6.1 – 8.4 ft (1.8 – 2.5 m)

8.2 – 11.2 ft (2.5 – 3.4 m)

10.3 – 14.1 ft (3.1 – 4.3 m)

20.9 – 28.4 ft (6.3 – 8.6 m)

31.4 – 42.7 ft (9.5 – 13.0 m)

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Supported Signal Resolutions

Component Video

Signal Resolution

SDTV (480i, 60Hz)

SDTV (575i, 50Hz)

SDTV (480p) 640 × 480

SDTV (575p) 768 × 576

HDTV (720p) 16:9

HDTV (1080i) 16:9

640 × 480 640 × 360 (when zoomed)

768 × 576 768 × 432 (when zoomed)

640 × 360 (when zoomed)

768 × 432 (when zoomed)

1280 × 720 1280 × 720

1920 × 1080 1280 × 720

Normal Squeeze Zoom Through

960 × 720 (4:3 aspect)

(16:9 aspect)

Aspect mode

1280 × 720 (16:9 aspect)

––1178 × 664

––886 × 498

1280 × 720 (16:9 aspect)

590 × 442 (4:3 aspect)

700 × 525 (4:3 aspect)

590 × 442 (4:3 aspect)

700 × 525 (4:3 aspect)

(16:9 aspect)

Squeeze Through

786 × 442 (16:9 aspect)

934 × 525 (16:9 aspect)

786 × 442 (16:9 aspect)

934 × 525 (16:9 aspect)

–

Composite Video/S-Video

Signal Resolution

TV (NTSC) 640 × 480

TV (PAL, SECAM)

640 × 360 (when zoomed)

768 × 576 768 × 432 (when zoomed)

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Normal Squeeze Zoom Through

960 × 720 (4:3 aspect)

1280 × 720 (16:9 aspect)

Aspect mode

1280 × 720 (16:9 aspect)

590 × 442 (4:3 aspect)

700 × 525 (4:3 aspect)

Squeeze Through

786 × 442 (16:9 aspect)

934 × 525 (16:9 aspect)

RGB

Aspect

Signal Resolution

PC98 640 × 400 1152 × 720 – 640 × 400 EGA 640 × 350 1280 × 700 – 640 × 350

VGA 60

, SDTV

(525p) VESA

72/75/85, iMac SVGA

/72/75/85/,

56/60

iMac XGA

43i/60

/70/75/85,

iMac 1152 × 864

70/75/85 QVGA

/75/85

SXGA

/75/85

43i/60 MAC13” 640 × 480 960 × 720 – 640 × 480 MAC16” 832 × 624 960 × 720 – 832 × 624 MAC19” 1024 × 768 960 × 720 –– MAC21” 1152 × 870 954 × 720 –– SDTV

(480i, 60Hz) SDTV

(575i, 50Hz) SDTV (575p) 768 × 576

HDTV (720p)

HDTV (1080i, 1080p)

640 × 480 640 × 360 (when zoomed)

640 × 480

640 × 360 (when zoomed) 800 × 600

800 × 450 (when zoomed)

1024 × 768 1024 × 576 (when zoomed)

1152 × 864 1152 × 648 (when zoomed)

1280 × 960 1280 × 720 (when zoomed)

1280 × 1024 1280 × 720 (when zoomed)

640 × 480 640 × 360 (when zoomed)

768 × 576 768 × 432 (when zoomed)

768 × 432 (when zoomed) 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 – 1178 × 664

1920 × 1080 1280 × 720 – 886 × 498

Normal Zoom Through

960 × 720 1280 × 720 640 × 480

960 × 720 1280 × 720 800 × 600

960 × 720 1280 × 720 –

900 × 720 1280 × 720 –

960 × 720 1280 × 720 590 × 442

960 × 720 1280 × 720 700 × 525

These resolutions are compatible with both analog and digital formats.

This connection is not possible for models that are not equipped with a VGA output port.

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Index

A Input button, 11 About menu, 26, 37to 38 Accessories, 3 to 4, 60 Action, freezing, 21 Advanced menu, 26, 31to 33 Air filter, cleaning and replacing, 40 to 42 Anti-theft device, 3 A-RGB Input button, 11 Aspect button, 19 Aspect ratio, 17to 20, 73 Audio, turning off, 2 1 Auto button, 20, 34

B Input button, 11 Back adjustable foot, 12 Black level setting, 30 Blank function, 21, 35 Blank screen, 10, 52 to 54 Blurry image, 56 Brightness, 73

Cables, 2, 4 Carrying case, 3, 45 Ceiling mount, 3 Ceiling settings, 35 Cleaning

air filter, 40to 42 lens, 40 projector case, 40

Color

problems, 57 to 58

settings, 30 to 31 Color Mode setting, 16, 30 Colortune button, 16

Command, ESC/VP21, 78 Component video cable, 2 Computer connector pin assignments, 75 Computers supported, 2 Connecting to a computer, 61 to 63 Connector pin assignments, 75

Declaration of Conformity, 69 Default settings , restoring, 26, 28, 34, 38 Desktop adapter, Macintosh, 62 Digital visual interface, see DVI Distance from projector to screen, 73 Documentation, 5 D-RGB Input button, 11 DVD settings, 33 DVI (Digital Visual Interface)

cable, 2, 4 source, connecting to, 63

Dynamic color mode, 16, 30

Electrical specifications, 74 Environmental specifications, 75 EPSON

accessories, 3 to 4, 60 PrivateLine Support, 59 technical support , 5, 59

ESC/VP21 commands, 78

FCC compliance statement, 70 Filter, cleaning and replacing, 40to 42 Focusing, 13 Foot release button, 1 2 Freezing action, 21 Front settin g , 35 Front/Ceilin g s etting, 35

Index 83

HDTV

images, 17, 80to 81

settings, 33 Height of image, adjusting, 12 to 13 Help, 5, 59

Image

adjusting, 12to 20, 29to 31

correcting shape, 14, 35, 56

focusing, 13

height, adjusting, 12 to 13

positioning, 12to 13, 34

problems, troubleshooting, 52 to 58

raising, 12 to 13

shape, correcting, 14, 35, 56

size and projection distance, 73, 79

turning off, 21

zooming, 13 Input

buttons, 1 1

settings, 11, 33 Input B port pin assignments, 75 Input source, configur ing, 31 to 33

Kensington anti-theft device, 3 Keystone correction, 14, 35, 73

Lamp

number of hours used, 37

replacing, 42to 44

status light, 49 Lamp timer, resetting, 44 Language setting, 35 Laptop computer

connecting to, 61to 63

displaying on, 53

Lens

cleaning, 40

specifications, 73 Lights, status, 49 to 52 Line menu, 25 to 26, 28 to29

Macintosh desktop adapter, 62 Manuals, 5 Memory setting

recalling, 36 to 37

saving, 36 Menu button, 27, 36 Menus

About, 26, 37 to 38

Advanced, 26, 31to 33

changing settings, 26 to 28

full, 25 to 28

line, 25 to 26, 28 to 29

Reset All, 26, 38

Setting, 26, 34 to 35

using, 26 to 28

Video, 26, 29to 31 Motion detect setting, 32

Natural color mode, 16, 30 New Hardware Wizard, 10 Noise reduction setting, 33 Normal mode, 17, 19 No-Signal Msg setting, 35

Options for projector, 3 to 4

Pattern button, 15 PC color mode, 16, 31 Picture source, selecting, 11 Pin assignments, connector, 75 Positioning

image, 12 to 13, 34

projector, 79

84 Index

Power

button, 9 specifications, 74

status light, 49 Presenters Online, 59 PrivateLine Support, 59 Problems

color, 57 to 58

image, 52 to 58

remote control, 58 Progressive scan DVD setting, 33 Progressive setting, 32 Projection lamp

See Lamp Projection setting, 35 Projector

carrying case, 3, 45

cleaning, 40to 42

distance from screen, 73

feet, adjusting height with, 12to 13

lamp specifications, 74

options, 3 to 4

resolution, 73, 80 to 81

specifications, 73 to 75

storing, 45

transporting, 45

troubleshooting, 47 to 51

turning off, 22 to 23

turning on, 8 to 10

viewing information about, 37 to 38

Raising image, 12 to 13 Rear setting, 35 Rear/Ceiling setting, 35 Registration, 6 Remote control

information , 68

problems, 58, 68

specifications, 74

troubleshoot ing, 58 Replacing lamp, 42to 44 Reset All menu, 38

Resetting lamp timer, 44 Resetting menu options, 26, 28, 34, 38 Resolution, 73, 80to 81

Safety

instructions, 65 to 67 specifications, 75

Screen image

See Image Screen size, 79 Screen, blank, 10, 52to 54 Setting menu, 26, 34 to 35 Setup Level setting, 33 Sharpness setting, 30 Shift button , 14, 56 Sleep mode, 22, 35 Sound, turning off, 21 Source, selecting, 11 Specifications

brightness, 73

dimensions, 74

electrical, 74

environmental, 75

general, 73

lamp, 74

lens, 73

remote control, 74

resolution, 73, 80to 81

safety, 75 Squeeze mode, 17, 19 Squeeze Through mode, 18 to 19 sRGB color mode, 16, 31 Startup screen setting, 35 Status lights, 49to 52 Still button, 21 Stopping action, 21 Storing projec to r, 45 Support, technical, 5, 59 S-Video cable, 2 S-Video Input button, 11 Switching picture source, 11 Synchronization, adjusting, 2 0, 31

Index 85

Technical support, 5, 59 Temperature

requirements, 75

status light, 49 Test pattern, 15 Theater color mode, 16, 30 Through mode, 18to 19 Tint setting, 30 Tracking, adjusting, 20, 31 Transporting proje c tor, 45 Troubleshooting

blank scree n, 10, 52 to 54

image problems, 52 to 58

projector problems, 47 to 51

remote control problems, 58 Turning off picture and s ound, 21 Turning off proje ctor, 22 to 23 Turning on projector, 8 to 10

Video

cables, 2 to3

display settings, viewing, 37

formats, supported, 2, 76 to 77

Input button, 11

menu, 26, 29 to 31

port pin assignments, 75

selecting source, 11

signal setting, 33

Warning lights, 49 to 52 Warranty, 6 White level setting, 30

YCbCr setting, 33 YPbPr setting, 33

Zoom mode, 18 to 19 Zoom ratio, 73 Zooming image, 13

86 Index

EPSON PowerLite User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Welcome

Features

Supported Devices

Cable Requirements

Optional Accessories

Easy to Use

Using Your Documentation

For More Information

Registration and Warranty

Turning On Your Equipment

Turning On the Projector

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

Switching Between Picture Sources

Adjusting the Image

Adjusting the Height of Your Image

Focusing and Zooming Your Image

Adjusting the Image Shape

Displaying a Test Pattern

Selecting the Color Mode

Selecting the Aspect Ratio

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

Freezing the Action

Shutting Down the Projector

Using the Projector’s Menu System

Changing Settings Through the Full Menus

Changing Video Settings Using the Line Menu

Adjusting the Image Appearance

Adjusting Image Color and Clarity

Configuring the Input Source

Repositioning the Image

Customizing Projector Operation

Saving and Recalling Image Quality Settings

Saving Menu Settings

Recalling a Memory Setting

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information

Restoring the Default Settings

Cleaning the Lens

Cleaning the Projector Case

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter

Replacing the Lamp

Resetting the Lamp Timer

Storing the Projector

Transporting the Projector

Using On-Screen Help

What To Do When the Lights Flash

Solving Image Problems

Solving Problems with the Remote Control

Where To Get Help

Telephone Support Services

Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer

Connecting to a VGA Computer Source

Connecting to a DVI Computer Source

Appendix B: Notices

Important Safety Instructions

Remote Control Information

Declaration of Conformity

FCC Compliance Statement

Warranty

General

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Projection Lamp

Remote Control

Dimensions

Electrical

Environmental

Safety

Input B Port Pin Assignments

Compatible Video Formats

ESC/VP21 Commands

Screen Size and Projection Distances

Supported Signal Resolutions

Index