Epson PowerLite S4
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Projector Parts Projector Specifications
Lamp cover
entilation
slots
Monitor
Out port
Control panel
Lens cover
Computer port
S-Video
port
Foot release button
Adjustable foot
(for raising projector)
Video port
USB port
Focus ring
Infrared
receiver
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
active matrix
Size of LCD panels 0.5 inches (12.7 mm)
Lens f=1.4, focal length 16.6 mm
Zoom ratio 1:1.35 (digital zoom)
Resolution 800 × 600 pixels (SVGA)
Brightness 1800 (high brightness mode)*
(ANSI lumens) 1500 (low brightness mode)
Contrast ratio 500:1
Image size 30 to 300 inches (0.76 to 7.6 m)
Projection distance 2.85 to 39.7 feet (0.87 to 12.1 m)
Optical aspect ratio 4:3
Keystone correction
angle, vertical
Noise level 36 dB (high brightness mode);
Speaker 1 W monaural
* when using the Game color mode (see page 5)
± 30° (for 4:3 images)
± 20° (for 16:9 images)
30 dB (low brightness mode)
Audio input
AC power inlet
Adjustable foot
(for leveling projector)
Wide and Tele buttons
Menu button
(displays on-screen menu)
Power button
LED
indicator
lights
Source Search button
(switches input source)
Keystone correction buttons
(correct shape of non-rectangular images)
(change image size)
Infrared
Speaker
Esc button
(exits current menu item)
Enter button
(selects menu options)
receiver
Help button
Lamp
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)
Power consumption 170 W
Lamp life 2000 to 3000 hours, depending on
brightness mode selected
Part number V13H010L36
Remote Control
Range 20 feet (6 meters)
Battery AAA × 2
Dimensions
Height 3.4 inches (87 mm)
Width 12.9 inches (327 mm)
Depth 9.7 inches (247 mm)
Weight 5.7 lb (2.6 kg)
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Electrical
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Power supply 100 to 120 V: 2.2 A
200 to 240 V: 1.0 A
Power consumption Operating: 250 W
Standby: 5 W
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
(non-condensing) Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH,
non-condensing
Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Operating altitude 7500 feet (2280 meters)
Safety
United States FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC)
UL60950 Third Edition
Canada ICES-003 Class B
CSA C22.2 No. 60950 )
Compatible Video Formats
The projector supports the video formats listed in the following
tables. To project computer images, the computer’s video card
must be set at a refresh rate that’s compatible with the projector.
See your computer documentation for details.
Component Video
Refresh
Rate
Signal
SDTV (480i) (D1) 60 800 × 600 800 × 450
SDTV (576i) 50 800 × 600 800 × 450
SDTV (480p) (D2) 60 800 × 600 800 × 450
HDTV (720p) 16:9
(D4)
HDTV (1080i) 16:9
(D3)
(Hz)
60 800 × 600 800 × 450
60 800 × 600 800 × 450
Resolutions (dots)
Aspect
ratio 4:3
Aspect
ratio 16:9
Computer
Refresh
Rate
Signal
VGA 60 640 × 480 800 × 600
VGAEGA 70 640 × 350 800 × 438
VESA 72 / 75 / 85,
SVGA 56 / 60 / 72 /
XGA 43i / 60 / 70 /
SXGA 70/75/85 1152 × 864 800 × 600
SXGA 60/75/85 1280 × 960 800 × 600
SXGA 60/75/85 1280 × 1024 750 × 600
MAC13” 67 640 × 480 800 × 600
MAC16” 75 832 × 624 800 × 600
MAC19” 60/75 1024 × 768 800 × 600
MAC21” 75 1152 × 870 794 × 600
SDTV (480i) 60 720 × 480 800 × 600
SDTV (480ip) 60 640 × 480 800 × 600
SDTV (576i) 60 710 × 576 800 × 600
HDTV (720p) 60 1280 × 720 800 × 450
HDTV (1080i) 60 1920 × 1080 800 × 450
* Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA
output port.
(Hz)
iMac*
75 / 85, iMac*
75 / 85, iMac*
Resolution
(dots)
640 × 480 800 × 600
800 × 600 800 × 600
1024 × 768 800 × 600
Resized display
resolution
(dots)
Composite Video/S-Video
Resolutions (dots)
Signal
NTSC 800 × 600 800 × 450
PAL, SECAM 800 × 600 800 × 450
It may be possible to project signals which are not listed above.
However, not all functions may be supported with such signals.
Aspect ratio 4:3 Aspect ratio 16:9
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Positioning the Projector
You can install the projector for these viewing setups:
Front Rear
Front/ceiling
When projecting from a rear or overhead position, reorient the
image by changing the
Projection setting in the Extended
menu.
Image Size and Projection Distance
The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance
from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on how you
use the zoom and other settings, the actual size may be smaller.
Projection distance
(wide to tele) Maximum diagonal image size
2.9 to 3.9 feet 30 inches (26 × 14 inches)
Rear/ceiling
Turning the Projector On and Off
1. Open the lens cover.
2. Connect the power cord to the projector and plug the other
end into an electrical outlet.
AC power inlet
3. The
4. Press the
5. Start your video or presentation. If you have connected more
Power light turns orange.
P Power button on the projector or remote
control.
You hear a beep, the
comes on in about 4 seconds. The
than one video source, use the
Power light flashes green, and the lamp
Power light stays green.
Source buttons on the
remote control to select the one you want to watch.
3.8 to 5.2 feet 40 inches (34 × 19 inches)
5.8 to 7.9 feet 60 inches (52 × 29 inches)
7.8 to 10.5 feet 80 inches (69 × 39 inches)
9.7 to 13.2 feet 100 inches (87 × 49 inches)
19.6 to 26.5 feet 200 inches (174 × 98 inches)
29.4 to 39.8 feet 300 inches (261 × 147 inches)
To determine the exact image size when you know the
projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you
know the desired image size), you can use the Projection
Distance Calculator. You can download this program from the
Epson website at http://support.epson.com.
Turning Off the Projector
1. Press the P Power button on the projector or remote
control.
2. When you see the confirmation message, press the
button again.
3. When the projector beeps twice and
Power light turns
orange, unplug the projector.
Caution: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life
of the projector.
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Adjusting the Image
The following sections describe how to adjust the image once it
is displayed.
Adjusting the Height of the Image
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. This unlocks the foot.
Foot release
button
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the
button to lock the foot in place.
3. If you need to straighten the image, rotate the foot in the
back of the projector to raise or lower the side.
Adjusting the Image Size
You can adjust the image size using the Wide and Tele buttons
on the projector, or zoom into a portion of the image using the
E-Zoom buttons on the remote control.
Using the Wide and Tele Buttons
To enlarge or reduce your image size in small increments, press
the
Wide button to enlarge the image or press the Tele button
to reduce it.
Note: You can also move the projector closer to or farther from the
screen to adjust the image size.
Using the E-Zoom Buttons
1. Press the E-Zoom z button on the
remote control.
A target scope is displayed on the
screen.
2. Press the u d l r buttons to
move the target scope to the center of the part you wish to
enlarge or reduce.
If the image is no longer square after raising it, see “Adjusting
the Image Shape” on page 5.
You can also use the
Image Shift setting to finely adjust the
position of the image on the screen. See the User’s Guide for
details.
Focusing the Image
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
Focus ring
target scope
3. Push
E-Zoom z to enlarge the image. Push E-Zoom x to
reduce the enlarged image.
change image size
❏
E-Zoom z: Enlarges part of the image without changing
the size of the projection area.
❏
E-Zoom x: Reduces the part of the image that has been
enlarged using the z button.
❏ Reposition the image using the u d l r buttons.
Press
Esc to cancel.
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Adjusting the Image Shape
To avoid projecting with a distorted image shape, make sure the
projector is positioned in line with the center of the screen (not
to its left or right). Make sure the projector faces the screen
squarely.
If the image is distorted after raising the projector, you can use
the projector’s keystone correction function to adjust the shape.
Note: You can correct only vertical keystoning with this function.
Images can be corrected when the projector is tilted to a maximum
of ±30° for images with a 4:3 aspect ratio, or ±20° for 16:9
images.
Press the
u or d buttons to correct keystone distortion:
Note: The screen size changes when keystone correction is
performed. If you notice reduced image quality after adjusting the
shape, decrease the sharpness setting.
Adjusting Computer Images
If you’re projecting from a computer, the projector’s Auto
Setup
function automatically adjusts the image for the best
quality. However, if
off, you need to press the
make the adjustment. This corrects the tracking, sync, and
position settings. Turn off
pressing this button.
Sometimes the image may not adjust correctly, depending on
the type of signal output by the computer. Use the projector’s
Tracking, Sync, and Position settings in the Signal menu if
your notice any of these problems:
❏ Flashing or blurry image
❏ Vertical or horizontal stripes
❏ Only a portion of the image is displayed
See the User’s Guide for more information.
Auto Setup in the Signal menu is turned
Enter button on the projector to
E-Zoom and A/V Mute before
Selecting the Color Mode
There are seven color modes.
The mode changes each time you
press the
the remote control. Make a
selection appropriate for the
Color Mode button on
Color
mode
button
image and current conditions.
❏ Photo (Computer or RGB video)
Images are vivid and high-contrast. Ideal for projecting still
pictures, such as photos, in a bright room. Photos that are
under- or over-exposed look best in this mode.
❏ Presentation
Ideal for giving presentations in a bright room
❏ Theatre
Gives images a natural tone. Ideal for watching films in a
dark room.
❏ Game
Excels at emphasizing dark gradations. Ideal for playing
video games in a bright room.
❏ sRGB
Conforms to the sRGB color standard. If the connected
source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and the
connected source to sRGB.
❏ Blackboard
When projecting onto a blackboard (green board), gives
your images a natural tint, just like projecting onto a screen.
Note: You can also change the color mode through the Image menu.
Selecting the Aspect Ratio
The aspect ratio is the ratio between an image’s width and its
height. Standard images have an aspect ratio of 4:3 and HDTV
and DVD images have an aspect ratio of 16:9. If your video
source is 16:9, you can change the aspect ratio to view the video
in 16:9 wide-screen format.
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To change the aspect ratio,
press the
the remote control.
Resize button on
Resize
button
Turning Off the Picture and Sound
Press the A/V Mute button on the remote control to darken
your screen and turn off the sound. When you’re ready to
resume, press
A/V Mute again.
Note: You can make the blank screen blue, instead of black,
whenever you press the A/V Mute
button by selecting it as the
background color in the Extended > Display menu.
You can also temporarily
stop the picture and sound
by closing the lens cover.
Freezing the Action
Press the Freeze button on the remote control to temporarily
freeze the action on the screen. This freezes any moving images
on the screen until you press the
Freeze button again.
Like the A/V Mute feature, if you are projecting a video, the
video and audio continue while the projected image is paused.
Locking the Projector
You can lock the projector to prevent the image from being
accidentally changed once it’s adjusted, and to keep children
from using the projector without adult supervision.
1. Press the
2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the
menu, then select
3. Turn the setting on to disable all the buttons on the
projector’s control panel, except for the
operate the projector, you have to use the remote control.
4. Press
Note: You can also set a password to prevent unauthorized use of
the projector, or to allow the projector to be used for a selected
period of time before password entry is required. See the User’s
Guide for details.
Menu button on the projector or remote control.
Settings
Operation Lock.
Power button. To
Menu to exit the menu system.
Projector Status Lights
If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for
the warning light to turn a steady orange, and unplug it. Then
plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this
doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the
projector. They alert you to possible problems.
Power light
Lamp light
Temperature light
Light Status Action
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
off Make sure the power cable is connected
orange The projector is in standby mode. You can
flashing green The projector is warming up. The projected
green The projector is operating normally.
flashing
orange
flashing
orange
Power light is
red and Lamp
light is flashing
red
Power light is
flashing red
and Temp
light is flashing
orange
Power and
Temp lights
are red
Power light is
red and Temp
light is flashing
red
securely at both ends.
unplug the projector or press the P Power
button to turn it on.
image starts to appear after about 4 seconds.
You’ve turned off the projector and it’s
cooling down. Wait until the light stops
flashing, then unplug it (or press the P Power
button to turn it back on).
The lamp needs to be replaced soon. Make
sure you have a spare lamp handy.
The lamp needs to be replaced for projection
to continue. If you just replaced the lamp,
make sure the lamp cover is securely
attached.
The projector is overheating. Make sure the
air filter is clean; replace it if necessary.
The projector is overheating. The lamp will
turn off automatically and projection will stop.
Make sure the air filter is clean; replace it if
necessary.
There is an internal problem. Turn off the
projector and unplug it. Then contact Epson
for assistance.
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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
Clean the air vents on the bottom of the projector once every
three months, or more often in dusty environments. If they’re
not cleaned periodically, they can become clogged, preventing
proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the
projector.
1. Press the P
stop flashing.
2. Unplug the power cord and disconnect any cables.
3. Turn the projector over.
4. Use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and
other office equipment to clean the vents shown below. If
you don’t have a vacuum, use a very soft brush, such as an
artist’s paintbrush.
Power button and wait for the P power light to
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp lasts from 2000 to 3000 hours, depending
on usage. You can use the
been in use. It’s time to replace the lamp when:
❏ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
❏ The projector’s
❏ The message
you start projecting.
Note: Lamp life results vary depending on mode selected,
environmental conditions, and usage. Lamp brightness decreases
over time. Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life
of the projector.
Purchase lamp part number
Epson reseller.
Warning: Let the lamp cool fully (about an hour) before replacing
it. In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass
fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid
injury.
Caution: Never touch the 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.
Replace the lamp appears on the screen when
Info menu to check how long it’s
Lamp light flashes orange.
V13H010L36 from an authorized
If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, replace
it. Order part number
Epson reseller.
5. If you need to replace the filter, slide it out as shown below.
6. Insert the new filter so it clicks into place.
V13H134A08 from an authorized
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
2. If the projector has been on, let it cool for about an hour.
3. Use the screwdriver included with the replacement lamp
(or your own Phillips screwdriver) to loosen the lamp cover
screw. Then slide off the lamp cover to remove it.
4. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come
all the way out).
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5. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.
Warning
: This product includes a lamp component that
contains mercury (Hg). Please consult your state and local
regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the
trash.
6. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.
Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly.
Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure.
7. Replace the cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp
cover is open or loose.)
8. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described in the next section.
Resetting the Lamp Timer
After installing a new lamp, you need to reset the timer so the
projector can keep track of how many hours it has been used.
1. Press the
2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the
then select
3. When you see a confirmation prompt, highlight
press the
4. When you’re finished, press the
The lamp usage timer doesn’t register until you’ve used the
lamp for at least 10 hours.
Menu button on the projector or remote control.
Reset menu,
Reset Lamp Hours.
Yes and
Select button.
Menu button to exit.
Optional Accessories
Epson provides the following consumables and optional
accessories:
Product Part number
Replacement lamp V13H010L36
Air filter set (2) V13H134A08
50" Portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio) ELPSC06
60" Portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio) ELPSC07
80" Portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio) ELPSC08
83.6" Hanging pull-down screen (4:3 aspect ratio) ELPSC09
Ceiling mount ELPMBUNI
False ceiling plate ELPMBFCP
Ceiling mount secure cable kit ELPMBSEC
Suspension adapter ELPMBAPL
Adjustable Ceiling Channel ELPMBACC
S-Video cable ELPSV01
Component video cable (9.8 feet/3 m) for mini
D-Sub 15-pin/RCA×3
Distribution amplifier ELPDA01
Samsonite wheeled softcase ELPKS35-S
Samsonite soft shoulder case for projector and
notebook
ATA molded hardshell case ELPKS54
ELPDC05 High resolution document imager V12H162020
Kensington security lock ELPSL01
You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories
from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller,
call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase
online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca
(Canadian sales).
ELPKC19
ELPKS43
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Related Documentation
CPD-21361 Epson Powerlite S4 Projector User’s Guide
(HTML manual on CD-ROM)
CPD-21358R1 Epson Powerlite S4 Quick Setup
CPD-21666 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty
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