Epson S1 User Manual

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EPSON PowerLite
User’s Guide
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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.
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[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.
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[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.
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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
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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
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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.)
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)
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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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1 Connect the computer/video.
Connecting to a Computer” on page 14, “Connecting to Video
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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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