Epson PowerLite S1 User Manual

EPSON PowerLite

User’s Guide

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Indicates important related information or useful information and things you should know.

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The terms ‘this unit’ and ‘this projecto r’ which appear in this manual may also refer to the accessorie s supplied with the projector and other optional products.

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Features

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Auto setup (Computer
connections)

The projector analyzes the signal of the
computer to which it is connected and
automatically makes adjustments to
ensure optimal projection result s. See

“

Functions for Enhancing Projecti on” on

page 29.

Color mode

Image quality can be selected
according to the type of scene. See

“

Selecting a color mode” on page 29.

Compact and lightweight

The projector is compact and easy to
carry.

◗ Dimensions:

10.4 (d) × 14.6 (w) × 4.2 (h) inches

26.5 (d) × 37 (w) × 10.6 (h) cm

◗ Weight:

approximately 7 lbs (3.2 kg)

Clear, vivid, images

The projector's high resolution and high
luminance achieves a legible display.
Project sharp, detailed images, even in
bright places.

Ease of use

Various projector operations can be easily
performed using the included remote
controls, as follows:

◗ pausing projection
◗ zooming in on important areas of an

image

Unique presentation function

The mouse pointer can be moved
around on the computer screen during
projection using the included
presentation remote control.
(wireless mouse)

Contents

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Before Using the Pr ojector

Part Names and Functions 6

Front/Top 6
Control panel 7
Rear 8

Base 9
Remote Control 10
Installation 12

Installation method 12

Projection distance and screen size 12

Other installation methods 13
Connecting to a Computer 14

Compatible computers 14

Projecting images from a compu ter 14

Playing sound from a computer 15

Connecting to an external monitor 16

Presentation Remote Control 16
Connecting to Video Equipment 20

Projecting video image s 20

Playing sound from video equipment 21

Basic Operation

Turning on the Projector 22
Turning off the Projector 24
Adjusting the Display 25

Adjusting the projection size 25
Setting the focus 25
Adjusting the projection angle 26
Keystone 27

Selecting the Input Source 28

Advanced Operation

Functions for Enhancing Projection 29

Adjusting computer generated images 29
Selecting a color mode 29
A/V Mute 30
Freeze 30
Projecting in widescreen (changing aspect ratio) 31
E-Zoom 31

Configuration Menus 32

Menu operation 33
Function list 36

Troubleshooting

When You Suspect a Problem 43

Power indicator 43

Warning indicator 44

When the indicators provide no help 45
Where to Get Help 53

Telephone Support Services 53

Appendix

Projector Care 54

Cleaning 54

Replacing consumables 56

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Optional Accessories 60
Glossary 61
Cable Format 63
Supported Display Resolutions 64
Specifications 65
Important Safety Instructions 66
FCC Compliance Statement 68
Warranty 69

Index

Part Names and Functions

Before Using the Projector

Part Names and Functions

Front/Top

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• speaker

• remote control infrared recei ver s P. 11

Receives signals from the remote control.

• ventilation outlet

• handle

Pull out this handle to use when
carrying the projector.

• lens cover

Attach when not using th e projector to pr event the
lens from becoming dirty or damaged.

• control panel s P. 7

• focus ring s P. 25

Adjusts the image focus.

• foot button (left) s P. 26

Another foot button is located on the
right side.
Press both buttons when extending
and retracting the front feet.

• front foot (left) s P. 26

Another front foot is located on the
right side.
Extend and retract to adjust the
projection angle.

Part Names and Functions

Control panel

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• [Power] button s P. 22

Turns the projector on and off.

• Power indicator s P. 22

Flashes or lights in different colors to
indicate the operating status of the
projector.

• Warning indicator s P. 44

Flashes or lights in different colors to
alert you to problems with the projector.

, P. 43

• [u][d][l][r] buttons s P. 33

• [u][d]: keystone correction buttons s P. 27

Press to correct keystone distortion in images.

• [Wide][Tele]: zoom buttons s P. 25

• [Menu] button s P. 32

Displays or hides the
configuration menus.

• [Source] button s P. 28

Switches the input source
between the Computer/
Component Video port,
S-Video port and Video port
each time the button is pressed.

• [Esc] button s P. 35

Stops the current function.
Displays the previous screen or
menu when viewing
configuration menus.

• [e] button s P. 34

Accepts a menu item or
advances to the next screen or
menu when viewing
configuration menus.

Part Names and Functions

Rear

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• Computer/Component Video port

s P. 14

Inputs analog video signals from a
computer and Component Video
signals from other video sources.

• Video port s P. 20

Inputs Composite Videog signals to
the projector.
Connect using an A/V cable.

• S-Video port s P. 20

Inputs S-Videog signals to the
projector.
Connect using an S-Video cable.

• Audio port s P. 15, P. 21

Inputs audio signals to the projector.
Connect using an A/V cable, or a stereo
RCA cable.
When using computer and video
equipment alternately, swap the cable or
use an audio switch.

• Control (RS-232C) port s P. 63

Connects the projector to a computer using an
RS-232C cable. This port is for control use and
should not be used by the customer.

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• Monitor Out port s P. 16

Outputs the projected analog
computer signal to an external
monitor. This feature is not available
for video signals.

• remote control holder s P. 11

Store the remote control in here when
not in use.

• power inlet s P. 22

Connects the power cable.

• security lock s P. 62

• remote control infrared receiver

s P. 11

Receives signals from the remote
control.

Part Names and Functions

Base

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• ceiling mount holes (3 points)

Install the optional ceiling mount
here when suspending the projector
from the ceiling.

• rubber foot

• lamp cover s P. 57

Open this cover when replacing the
lamp inside the projector.

• handle

Pull out this handle to use when
carrying the projector.

• air filter (air intake vent) s

P. 55, P. 59

Prevents dust and other foreign
particles from being drawn into
the projector. When replacing
the lamp, replace the air filter
also.

Remote Control

Remote Control

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• remote control infrared transmitter

Transmits remote control signals.

• [E-Zoom] buttons s P. 31

z : Enlarges part of the image without changing the size

of the projection area.

x : Reduces the part of the image that has been

enlarged using the [z] button.

• [Source] buttons s P. 28

[Computer]: Switches to the signal source being input
to the Computer/Component Video port.
[S-Video/Video]: Switches between the signal source
being input to the S-Video port and the Video port.

• [Aspect] button s P. 31

Changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 to 16:9.

• [u][d][l][r] buttons s P. 33

Selects menu items and setting values.

• [Power] button s P. 22

Turns the projector on and off.

• [Color Mode] button s P. 29

Selects the color mode. The color mode changes in
the order of Dynamic, Presentation, Theatre, Living
Room and sRGB

• [e] button s P. 34

Accepts a menu item or advances to the next
screen or menu when viewing configuration menus.

• [Esc] button s P. 35

Stops the current function.
Displays the previous screen or menu when viewing
configuration menus.

g each time the button is pressed.

• [l][r]: volume buttons

Adjusts the volume.

• [Menu] button s P. 32

Displays or hides the configuration menus.

• [A/V Mute] button s P. 30

Momentarily turns off the audio and video.

• [Auto] button s P. 29

Use this button to automatically adjust computer
images to their optimum settings when automatic
setup has been set to “OFF.”

• [Freeze] button s P. 30

Keeps the current image on the screen.

Remote Control

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Before using the Remote Control

Remove the insulating tape.

Using the Remote Control

Operate the remote control by aiming it at the remote cont rol infr ared receiver
on the projector.

Operating range

Operable distance: Max. approximately 20 feet (6 m)

(May be shorter depending on conditions.)
Operable angle: approximately 30° horizontally, 15° vertically
* The remote control infra red receiver on the back of the proj ector c an also be

used under the same conditions.

15°

15°

Max
20 feet

30°

30°

(6 m)

Storage

remote control
infrared receiver

If direct su nlight or fluorescent lighting hits the remote control infrared
receiver, you may not be able to use the remote control.

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remote control
infrared receiver

When not using the remote control, pl ease store i t in the r emote control holder
on the projector.

1 Open the remote control holder.
2 Place the remote control in the remote control holder.
3 Close the remote control holder until it clicks into place.

Installation

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Installation

Be sure to read the Important Safety Instructions before installati on.

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Installation method

Set up the projector so that it is at right angles to a screen.

Projection distance:
3-34 feet
(89-1050 cm)

Projection distance and screen size

Distance from projector to screen

90°

Center of
lens

screen size

Distance from center of lens
to bottom edge of screen

When setting up the projector against a wall, leave a space of at least

7.9 inches (20 cm) between the projector and the wall.

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7.9 inches (2 0 cm) or more

Installation

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Other installation methods

Rear projection

(Using a translucent screen)

Ceiling projection

Ceiling/Rear projection

(Using a translucent screen)

The optional ceiling mount is required when ins talling the projector from a
ceiling. Please contact your dealer if you wish to use this method, as special
equipment is required for installation. See “

Optional Accessories” on page 60.

When using rear projection, or projecting from a ceiling, select the

→

appropriate mode in the “Setting”

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configuration menu. See “

Setting menu” on page 39.

“Screen” → “Projection”

Connecting to a Computer

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Connecting to a Computer

When connecting, be sure to:

• Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer.

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Compatible computers

Condition 1: Check that the computer has an image output port, such as an
RGB port, monitor port or CRT port.

Some computers with a built-in monitor and some notebook computers may
not be compatible. Please refer to your computer manual for furt her details.

Condition 2: The display frequency and resolution of the computer must
correspond to that of the projector. See “

page 64.

Damage may result if yo u try to make a connection when the power is
switched on.

• Check the connector types.
Damage may result if you attempt to insert a conne ctor into the
incorrect port.

Supported Display Resolutions” on

Setup

Press and hold the [Fn] key, followed by the appropriate function number key
that lets you display on an external monitor. Refer to your computer’s
documentation for further details.

◗ It may take a few moments until the computer image is projected.
◗ In Windows, a dialog box may appear to alert you that new display

hardware has been found. Follow the on-screen instru ctions to proceed.
If you have any problems, check the troubleshooting chapter for
possible solutions. See “

◗ Depending on the PC, the monitor may go blank when using the

external video output on the computer.

Troubleshooting” on page 43.

Projecting images from a computer

Different cables are used depending on whether the monitor port of your
computer is a Mini D-Sub 15Pin, 5BNC

When using a Mini D-Sub 15 pin connector

g or 13w3 port.

You may need to purchase a separate adapter depending on the shape of
the computer’s port. Refer to the documentation provided with the

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computer for further details.

Notebook connection

When using a notebook or a PC with a built-in monitor, select external
video output on the computer.

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To monitor port

Computer cable
(accessory)

To Computer /
Component Video port

Connecting to a Computer

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When using a 5BNC port

To monitor port

VGA-HD15/BNC PC
cable (optional)

When using a 13w3 port

To Computer /
Component Video port

Playing sound fr om a computer

You can play sound from a computer through the projector’s built-in speaker.

stereo mini
jack

To audio out port

When using computer and video equi pment alt ernat ely, swap the cable or
use an audio switch.

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stereo mini jack - 2RCA cable
(commercially available)

Volume adjustment

Press [l] or [r] on the remote control.

RCA jack

To Audio port

To monitor port

• Select “Computer” in the “Image” → “Input signal” configuration

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menu. See “

• Do not bind the power cable and computer cables together. Interference
or operational problems may result.

• A particular type of cable may be re quired for some workst ations. Please
check with the maker of your workstation.

13w3 cable
(commerically available)

Image menu” on page 36.

To Computer/
Component Video port

You can also adjust the volume from the configuration menu.
([Menu] button → “Setting” → “Volume”) See “

Setting menu” on page 39.

Connecting to a Computer

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Connecting to an external monitor

The image being input into the projector can be displayed on a computer
monitor.

monitor cable

• Video images cannot be output to an external monitor.

• Setting gauges (for keystone correction, etc.) and configuration menus

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will not be displayed on an external monitor.

To Monitor Out port

Presentation Remote Control

You can use the presentation remote control as a wireless mouse to control
the mouse pointer on the computer screen.The presentation remote contains
all the functions necessary for giving a presentation. Functions include: Page
Up/Page Down, Left/Right mouse click, A/V mute, freez e, and mouse pointer.

Before using the presentation
remote control, remove the
insulation tape.

Compatible computers

Windows: Windows 98/2000/Me/XP

(Only compatible with the full versions of Windows. Upgraded
versions cannot be used.)

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Macintosh

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: Mac OS 9.1 or later/OS X 10.1 or later

• The presentation remote receiver can only be conn ected to computers
with a standard USB interface.

• Some computer settings may have to be changed in order for the mouse
function to be used. Refer to your comput er’s do cumentat ion f or det ails .

Connecting to a Computer

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Installing the driver for Windows

Screen contents will differ according t o the versi on of Windows you are using.
This explanation uses screenshots taken fr om Windows 98.

Driver installation is not required for the Macintosh.

1 Connect the accessory Presentation Remot e Receiver to t he USB

port of the computer.

Infrared receiver

To USB port

The “Add New Hardware” wizard is displayed.
Under normal circumstances, maintain the defaul t settings and click

“Next” to proceed.

2 Click “Next.”

Presentation Remote
Receiver (accessory)

3 Keeping the defaults, click “Next.”

4 Click the check box next to “Specify a location.” Type

“C:\WINDOWS” and click “Next.”

• You may need to enter a different location to search for the OS files that

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you are using.

• Click on “Browse” if you want to change the default search location.

Connecting to a Computer

5 Click on “Next” to confirm the message which is displayed.

6 Click on “Finish.”

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The installation of the driver is complete.

The driver installation screen is displayed a second time.
(The presentation remote control driver has two parts; the mouse driver
and the keyb oard driv er . ) Follo w the on-scr een instru ctions to co mplete the

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installation.

Connecting to a Computer

Part Names and Functions

Operate the presentation remote control by aiming it at the presentation remote receiver.
When using the Freeze or A/V Mute functions, aim the present ation remote control towards the remote control in frared receiver of the projector.

• remote control infrared transmitter

• [Page Up] / [Page Down] buttons

Press these buttons to scroll back and forth
through pages when projecting a
presentation.

• [L Click] button

Acts as a mouse left-click.

Transmits remote control signals.

• joystick

To move the mouse pointer, move the
joystick in any of the following
directions: up, down, left, ri ght, diagonally.

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• Double click:

Push the [L Click] button twice.

• Drag and drop:

To drag, press and hold the [L Click] button and move
the cursor with the joystick.
The item will be dropped when [L Click] is released.

• [A/V Mute] button

Momentarily turns off the audio and video.

If the mouse button settings have been reversed on the compute r, the
operatio n of the remote control buttons will also be reversed.

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• [R Click] button

Acts as a mouse right-click.

• [Freeze] button

Keeps the current computer or
video image on the screen.

Connecting to Video Equipment

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Operating range

Operable distance: Maximum approximately 20 feet (6 m)

(may be shorter depending on conditions)

Operable angle: Approximately 30° horizontally, 15° vertically

30°

30°

Max 20 ft (6 m)

15°

15°

Connecting to Video Equipment

When connecting, be sure to:

• Turn off the power for both the projector and the video equipment.

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Damage may result if yo u try to make a connection when the power is
switched on.

• Check the connector types.
Damage may result if you attempt to insert a conne ctor into the
incorrect port.

Projecting vide o images

For Composite Video (DVD, VHS, Video games)

To video
out port

To audio out
port

AV cable (yellow)
(commercially
available)

For S-Video (DVD, VHS, Video games)

To S-Video out
port

To Video
port

To Audio
port

To S-Video
port

S-Video cable
(commercially
available)

Connecting to Video Equipment

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For Component Video (DVD, Video games)

Component video
cable (optional)

To component
video out port

After projection starts, change the “Input Signal” setting in the “Image”
menu to either “Component Video (YCbCr

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(YPbPr

g)” to match the signals from the video equipment. s P. 36

To Computer/
Component Video port

g)” or “C omponent Video

For RGB Video

Playing sound from video equipment

AV cable (red/white)
(commercially available)

When using computer and video equi pment alt ernat ely, swap the cable or
use an audio switch.

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Volume adjustment

Press [l] or [r] on the remote control.

To Audio portTo audio out port

Computer cable
(accessory)

To RGB out port

• After projection starts, change the “Input Signal” setting in the

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“Image” menu to “Computer.” s P. 36

• For an RGB connection, a commercially available adapter or converter
cable may be required.

To Computer/
Component Video port

You can also adjust the volume with the configuration menu.
([Menu] button → “Setting” → “Volume”) See “

Setting menu” on page 39.

Turning on the Projector

Basic Operation

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Turning on the Projector

Turn of f the po w er of the pr ojector and the equipment you are conn ecting

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to.

1 Connect the computer/video.

Connecting to a Computer” on page 14, “Connecting to Video

See “

Equipment” on page 20.

2 Remove the lens cover.

3 Attach the power cable to the projector.

4 Insert the power plug into a wall socket.

The power indicator lights orange.

5 Turn on the power of the computer/video.

If connected to a video source, start playback.

When using a notebook or a PC with a built-in monitor, select
external video output on the computer. s P.14

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