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Projector Parts Projector Specifications
Control panel
Lamp cover
Ventilation outlets
Computer/Component Video port
S-Video port
Monitor out port
Rear
adjustable
foot
AC
inlet
Audio
input
Foot
Video port
Speaker
Foot
Focus ring
Foot
lever
USB port
(not for projecting)
Infrared receiver for
remote control
Foot lever
Infrared
receiver for
remote control
Lens
cover
Air filter
(air intake vent)
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
active matrix with Micro Lens Array
Size of liquid
crystal panels Diagonal: 0.5 inch (12.5 mm) × 3
Lens F=1.4 mm, f=16.6 mm
Focus adjustment Manual
Zoom ratio Digital zoom 1.0 to 1.35, lens at
maximum size
Resolution 800 × 600 pixels (native format)
SXGA (1280 × 1024) max (resized)
Number of pixels 480,000 × 3
Brightness 1600 (high brightness) ANSI lumens
1400 (low brightness) ANSI lumens
Contrast ratio 500:1
EPSON Control
Code ESC/VP 21 (available online)
Image size
(diagonal) 30 to 300 inches (0.9 to 12.1 m)
Projection distance 2.9 to 29.5 ft (0.9 to 9.0 m), Wide mode
3.9 to 39.7 ft (1.2 to 12.1 m), Tele mode
Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down (ceiling
mount)
Sound output 1W monaural
Optical aspect ratio 4:3 (horizontal :vertical)
Keystone correction
angle
Keystone correction
ratio 9.6:1 offset
Supported video
interface standards NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-M,
±30° vertical
±20° vertical at 16:9 aspect ratio
PAL-N, PAL60, SECAM
Ceiling mount holes
Projection Lamp
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)
Power consumption 135W
Lamp life About 2000 hours (high brightness)
About 3000 hours (low brightness)
Part number V13H010L33
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Remote Control
Range 20 feet (6 meters)
Battery 2 AAA
Dimensions
Height 3.4 inches (86 mm)
3.9 inches (98 mm) with foot extended
Width 12.9 inches (327 mm)
Depth 9.7 inches (246 mm)
Weight approximately 5.5 lb (2.5 kg)
Electrical
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Power supply 100 to 120 V model: 100 to 120 VAC,
1.0 to 2.2 A
200 to 240 V model: 200 to 240 VAC,
1.3 A
Power consumption Operating: 195W
Standby: 4.0W
Environmental
Temperature
(non-condensing) Operating: 41 to 95° F (5 to 35° C),
Storage: 14 to 140° F (–10 to 60° C)
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) 60 640 × 480 800 × 600
SDTV (480p) 60 640 × 480 800 × 600
HDTV (720p) 60 1280 × 720 800 × 450
HDTV (1080i) 60 1920 × 1080 800 × 450
(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)
Safety
United States FCC Part 15B Class B
UL1950 Rev. 3
Canada DOC SOR/88-475
CSA C22.2 No. 950-95 (cUL)
CE Marking Directive 73/23/EEC
EN 60950
Directive 89/336/EEC
EN 55022 Class B
EN 55024
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.
* Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA
output port.
Component Video
Refresh
Rate
Signal
SDTV(480i)(D1) 60 800 × 600 800 × 450
SDTV(625i) 50 800 × 600 800 × 450
SDTV(525p)(D2) 60 800 × 600 800 × 450
HDTV(720p) 16:9 (D4) 60 800 × 600 800 × 450
HDTV(1080i) 16:9
(D3)
(Hz)
60 800 × 600 800 × 450
Resolutions (dots)
Aspect
ratio 4:3
Aspect
ratio 16:9
Composite Video/S-Video
Resolutions (dots)
Signal
TV(NTSC) 800 × 600 800 × 450
TV(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
Follow these guidelines to get the best results when projecting:
❏ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, between
3 and 40 feet from the screen.
❏ Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and
under the projector.
❏ Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded
electrical outlet or extension cord and within 5 feet of the
image source.
❏ Face the projector squarely toward the screen.
The projector supports 4 viewing setups, as shown below. If it is
installed in a rear or overhead position, you need to select the
correct projection option from the Setting menu after you turn
it on.
Table
Convenient for temporary front
projection. Choose
the menu.
Front from
Image Size and Projection Distance
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
Keystone buttons—also affect the size of the image, the
Aspect and
numbers shown in the illustration should be considered for
general guidelines, not exact measurements.
Distance from projector to screen (ft.)
29.4(Wide)–39.8(Tele) ft.
19.6–26.5
9.7–13.2
7.8–10.5
5.8–7.9
4.8–6.6
3.8–5.2
2.9–3.9
(in.)
Ceiling
Professional installation
recommended. Choose
from the menu.
Rear
For permanent installation behind a
translucent screen. Choose
from the menu.
Rear/Ceiling
Professional installation behind a
translucent screen recommended.
Rear/Ceiling from the menu.
Choose
Front/Ceiling
Rear
If the projector is tilted in the front or the back, you may need
to adjust the image shape. See page 7.
Use the formulas given below to either find out how large your
image will be when you know the distance from the projector to
the screen, or to find out how far from the screen to place the
projector when you want an image of a certain size. Since the
size of the image can be changed by rotating the zoom ring,
formulas are given for both the minimum and maximum sizes.
To determine the diagonal size (inches) of an image when you
know the projection distance (feet):
Wide: Maximum diagonal size (inches) = 10.161727 × distance
(feet) + 0.9347
Tele: Maximum diagonal size (inches) = 7.527206 × distance
(feet) + 0.69237
To determine the projection distance (feet) when you know the
diagonal size (inches) of the screen image:
Wide: Maximum projection distance (feet) = 0.09841 ×
diagonal size (inches) - 0.09198
Tele : Maximum projection distance (feet) = 0.13285 ×
diagonal size (inches) - 0.09198
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Turning the Projector On and Off
Once you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other
equipment, follow these instructions to turn it on and display
an image:
1. Make sure the power is turned off for the projector and any
sources connected to it.
2. Remove the lens cover.
3. Connect the power cord to the projector and plug the other
end into a standard electrical outlet.
Connect power cord
The P
Power light on the projector turns orange, indicating
that the projector is receiving power, but is not yet turned
on.
5. Press the P
Power button on the remote control or the top
of the projector to turn on the projector.
Power button
You hear a beep, the P
Power light flashes green as the
projector warms up, and the projection lamp comes on in
about 5 seconds.
Note: You may see a blue screen with the
No Signal message
displayed. This is normal.
6. If you are using a computer, turn it on now.
7. Start your video or presentation. If you have connected more
than one video or computer source, you may need to press
the
Computer or S-Video/Video button on the remote
control or the
Source button on the projector to select the
one you want to watch. (See “Switching Between Picture
Sources” on page 6 for more information.)
If the image is upside-down or reversed, you need to turn on
the
Rear, Ceiling, or Rear/Ceiling option in the Setting
menu.
If a projected image fails to appear, see “Troubleshooting”
on page 5.
Once you see your image, see page 6 for instructions on
focusing and making other image adjustments.
Orange
Note: The projector will not respond to any buttons on the
control panel or remote control while the power light is
flashing orange.
4. If you are connecting to a device other than a computer, turn
on your equipment. (If you are connecting to a computer,
don’t turn it on yet.)
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Turning Off the Projector
When you’re ready to shut down the projector, follow these
steps:
1. Turn off any video or computer sources connected to the
projector first.
2. Press the P
control to turn off the projector.
You see a confirmation message:
If you don’t want to turn it off,
press any button or ignore the
message. (It disappears in about
7 seconds.)
Power button on the projector or remote
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3. Press the P
the P
down. When the projector has cooled, the P
Power button again. The lamp is turned off and
Power light flashes orange as the projector cools
Power light
stays orange and the exhaust fan shuts off.
Note: If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until
the orange light stops flashing. Then press the P
Power
button.
4. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Caution: Do not disconnect the power cord while the power
light is flashing orange because it may cause problems with the
projector.
5. Replace the lens cover.
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen
If you see a blank screen or the No Signal message, check the
following:
❏ Make sure the P
not flashing and the lens cover is off.
❏ Try turning off the notebook and restarting it.
❏ If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video
source, you may need to press the
the projector to select your video source. (Allow a few
seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.)
❏ If you’re using Windows,
the function key that lets you display on an external
monitor. It may have an icon such as , or it may be
labelled CRT/LCD. (Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing it.)
Power light on the projector is green and
Source button on top of
®
hold down the Fn key and press
If you’re using a Macintosh® notebook with Mac OS® X:
1. Select System Preferences from the Apple
Displays.
2. Click
Detect Displays.
®
menu and click
Click here
3. To display the entire desktop on both your projector screen
and LCD screen, click the
Arrangement or 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.
If the projector and notebook don’t display the same image
If you’re using a Windows notebook:
❏ On most systems, the or CRT/LCD key lets you
toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display
on both at the same time.
❏ You might need to use the Display utility in the Control
Panel to enable both the LCD screen and external monitor
port. Check your notebook’s manual or online help for
details.
❏ If you have dual monitor support, you may need to uncheck
the option to extend your Windows desktop in the Display
Properties.
Click here
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If you’re using a Macintosh notebook with Mac OS 9.x or earlier:
1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click
Monitors and Sound.
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
one of the Simulscan resolution settings. Click the
Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select
Monitor icon and
then select a Simulscan resolution from the ones in the Resolution
box. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making
the selection.)
Switching Between Picture Sources
Adjusting the Image
The following sections describe how to adjust the image once it
is displayed.
Adjusting the Height of the 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 buttons
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.
You can connect the projector to multiple video sources
simultaneously. Then you use the buttons on the projector or
remote control to switch between them:
❏ Press the
Source Search button on the projector to switch
between computer or component video, S-video, and
composite video sources.
❏ On the remote control, press the
Computer button to
select a computer or component video source. Press the
Video/S-Video button to select a composite or S-Video
source.
After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment
before the image appears. The name of the source appears
briefly on the screen.
If the image is no longer square after raising it, see page 7.
Focusing the Image
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
Focus ring
Note: If a computer image is still out of focus, you can increase
the clarity by pressing the
See page 8.
Auto button on the remote control.
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Adjusting the Image Size
You can adjust your image size using the zoom buttons on
the projector, or zoom into a portion of the image using the
E-Zoom buttons on the remote control.
Using the Zoom 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
The image is enlarged or reduced.
1. Press 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/reduce.
E-Zoom z button on the
target scope
Adjusting the Image Shape
When the projector is raised in the front or back, the display
distorts in the shape of a trapezoid.
Note: You can correct only vertical distortion with this function.
Press the
Note: The screen size changes when keystone correction is
performed.
If the images become uneven in appearance after keystone correction
is performed, decrease the sharpness setting.
Images can be corrected without distortion when the projector
is tilted to a maximum of ±10°.
When the projector must be placed off to the side of the screen,
you can use the Image Shift option to adjust the screen so it
appears straight. See the User’s Guide for details.
u or d buttons to correct the distortion.
3. Push
E-Zoom z to enlarge the image. Push E-Zoom x to
reduce the enlarged image.
enlargement ratio
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.
❏ You can scroll with the u d l r buttons.
Press
Esc to cancel.
Adjusting the Image Quality
You may need to adjust the projector’s Tracking and Sync
settings on the Image menu if your computer image has any of
these quality 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.
Note: You can also increase computer image clarity by pressing the
Auto button on the remote control to optimize the tracking, sync,
and position settings. Turn off E-Zoom and A/VMute before using
the
Auto button.
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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.
❏ Sports (Component video, S-video, or composite video)
The images are vivid. Ideal for watching TV programs in a
bright room.
❏ Presentation
Ideal for giving presentations in a bright room
❏ Theatre
Gives images a natural tone. Ideal for watching films in a
dark room.
❏ Blackboard
When projecting onto a blackboard (green board), gives
your images a natural tint, just like projecting onto a screen.
❏ 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.
❏ Game
Excels at emphasizing dark gradations. Ideal for playing
video games in a bright room.
Note: You can also change the color mode through the Image menu.
Using the Automatic Setup
If you are projecting from a computer, the projector
automatically adjusts the input signals to produce the best
image quality. Automatic setup adjusts the Tracking, Sync, and
other image settings.
However, if
need to press the
projecting from a computer to have the projector make the
adjustments.
Auto Setup in the Image menu is set to OFF, you
Auto button on the remote control while
Sometimes the signals may not be adjusted correctly, depending
on the type of signals being output by the computer. In such
cases, use the Image menu to adjust the tracking and sync
settings manually.
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.
Press the
Resize button on
the remote control to change
the aspect ratio.
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.
If you press the button while projecting from a video source,
and you don’t pause the video, it continues to play even though
you can’t see or hear it. When you press the
A/V Mute button
again to resume, the playback does not resume at the exact
point you paused it.
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.
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.
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Like the A/V Mute feature, if you are projecting a video, the
video and audio continue while the projected image is paused,
so when you press the
Freeze button again to resume, the
playback does not resume where you stopped it.
Projector Status Lights
If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for
it to cool, 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 problems
with projector operations.
Power light
Error lights
Light Status Description and action
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
off The projector is unplugged. If you want to
orange The projector is in sleep (or standby) mode.
flashing
green
green The projector is operating normally.
flashing
orange
red
red
red
red
off
red
turn it on, make sure the power cable is
connected securely at both ends, then press
the Power button to turn on the projector.
You can unplug it to turn it off or press the
Power button to turn it on.
The projector is warming up. Warming up
takes about 30 seconds (the EPSON logo
appears after approximately 5 seconds).
When warming up is complete, the indicator
changes to steady green.
The projector lamp is off and the projector is
cooling down. Wait until the light stops
flashing. (The cool-down period lasts about
20 seconds.) Then, if you want to turn it off,
unplug it. If you want to turn it on, press the
Power button. (You can’t turn the projector
on, and you should never unplug it, when the
light is flashing orange.)
The projector has an internal error. Stop
using the projector, disconnect the power
cable from the electrical outlet, and contact
Epson.
The projector has a fan related error or
sensor error. Stop using the projector,
disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet, and contact Epson.
Light Status Description and action
Power
Power
Power
Power
red
off
red
red
red
off
red
off
orange
on or off
orange
off
The projector has an internal temperature
error (overheating). The lamp turns off
automatically and projection stops. Wait for
5 minutes, then check the following: make
sure the air filter and air exhaust vent are
clear and that the projector is not positioned
against a wall. If the air filters are blocked,
clean or replace them. After checking, press
the Power button to turn the power back on.
If this does not solve the problem, stop using
the projector, disconnect the power cable
from the wall outlet, and contact Epson.
There is a lamp timer failure or the lamp is
out. Take out the lamp and check if it is
broken. If the lamp is not broken, put it back
in and then turn the power on. If the lamp still
does not turn on, replace it with a new lamp.
If this does not solve the problem, stop using
the projector and disconnect the power cable
from the electrical outlet. Then contact
Epson. If the lamp is broken, replace it with a
new lamp. If replacing the lamp yourself, be
careful to avoid pieces of broken glass.
Check that the lamp and the lamp cover are
securely installed. If not, the lamp will not
turn on.
High-speed cooling is in progress. This is
normal, but if the temperature rises too high
again, projection will stop. Check that the air
filters and air exhaust vent are clear and that
they are not up against a surface such as a
wall. If the air filters are clogged, clean or
replace them.
The lamp needs to be replaced. Replace the
lamp with a new one. If you continue to use
the lamp after it has passed the replacement
period, the possibility that the lamp may
break will increase. Replace the lamp with a
new one as soon as possible. The Power
indicator status will vary depending on the
projector status at the time.
Using the Remote Control
The remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. It lets
you access the projector’s features from anywhere in the room—
up to 20 feet away. (This distance may be shorter if the remote
control batteries are low.)
The projector may not respond to remote control commands in
these conditions:
❏ You are too far away—not within 20 feet (6 meters)—or not
within 30° to the left or right of the front or rear sensor or
15° above or below it
❏ The battery is weak or not installed correctly
❏ Ambient light is too bright
❏ A fluorescent light is shining into the infrared receiver
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❏ A strong light source (such as direct sunlight) shines into the
infrared receiver
❏ Other equipment emitting infrared energy is present (such as
a radiant room heater)
Remote Control Buttons
Selects menu items and
settings; when using the
x
E-Zoom
reduces the
zoomed image
Selects a menu
option or displays
the next screen
or menu
Cancels current
function or
displays previous
menu or screen
Selects
computer or
component
video source
Selects S-Video
or Video source
Automatically
adjusts computer
images to the
optimum settings
E-Zoom
z zooms
in on (enlarges)
selected area
E-Zoom function, moves
the scope and scrolls the
image
Turns
projector
on or off
Turns off audio
and video; press
again to resume
Freezes the
current video or
computer image
Displays or
hides projector
menus
Cycles through
7 color modes
Changes the
aspect ratio of
images from
4:3 to 16:9
Using the Menus
The on-screen menus let you adjust and customize the projector
features from the remote control:
❏
Image controls the look and quality of the projected image
(from a computer or video source).
❏
Setting adjusts features such as the keystone setting, blank
screen color, sleep mode, and rear or ceiling projection.
❏
Info provides information about the current projector and
lamp settings.
❏
Reset restores the factory defaults to all the projector
settings and lets you reset the lamp timer when you’ve
replaced the projector’s lamp.
Changing Menu Settings
You use the Menu, e, and Esc buttons on the remote control
to change menu settings.
1. Press the
displayed.
2. Press the u or d buttons to select the Top Menu item.
3. Press the e button. Sub Menu 1 is displayed.
4. Press the u or d buttons to select the Sub Menu 1 items,
then press the e button.
5. For Sub Menu 2, press the u or d buttons in the same way,
then press the e button.
6. Settings can be changed in the follwing ways:
❏ Press the l or r buttons to change the setting values.
❏ Press the u or d buttons to select the menu item.
❏ Press the l or r buttons to select the value.
❏ Press the u d l r buttons to move the image display
7. Set other items in the same way.
Press the
or select
8. Press the
Menu button. The top configuration menu is
Then press the e button.
The current setting has a green dot by the name and the
current menu selection is highlighted in orange.
Press the e button to confirm the selection.
Then, press the e button.
position.
Esc button to return to the previous item or menu,
Return.
Menu button to finish.
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Note: The mark is displayed after items which select a setting or
lead to a sub menu.
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Replacing Remote Control Batteries
When the batteries run out, follow the steps below to replace
them. The remote requires 2 AAA batteries.
Note: Make sure you read the Safety Instructions in the User’s
Guide before handling the batteries.
1. Push in the battery cover catch and lift up to remove the
battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries.
Cleaning the Projector Case
Before you clean the projector case, turn off the projector and
unplug the power cord.
❏ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the outside with a soft, dry,
lint-free cloth.
❏ To remove stubborn dirt or stains, clean the case using a soft
cloth moistened with water and a neutral detergent. Dry it
using a separate cloth.
Caution: Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner, wax, or other
chemicals. These can damage the case.
Cleaning the Air Filter
If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause
overheating and damage the projector. Follow these steps to
clean the filter:
It is recommended that you clean the air filter at least once
every three months. Clean it more often if using the projector in
particularly dusty environments.
Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the
battery holder to ensure that the batteries are inserted the
correct way.
3. Replace the battery cover.
4. Press the battery compartment cover until it clicks into
place.
Note: If the air filter is broken or if a warning message reappears
after it has been cleaned, it should be replaced with a new air filter.
See the next section.
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Replacing the Air Filter
If you need to replace the air filter, you can obtain it from an
authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To purchase online, visit
www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call
800-463-7766 for reseller referral.
If the air filter is broken or if the warning message reappears
after it has been cleaned, it should be replaced.The air filter can
be replaced even if the projector is installed on a ceiling.
1. Turn off the projector’s power. When the confirmation
buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable.
2. Remove the air filter. Put your finger into the recess behind
the air filter tab and slide it forward to remove it.
3. Install the new air filter. Slide the air filter covers in from the
outside and push them in until they click into place.
Replacing the Lamp
It is time to replace the lamp when:
❏ The message “Replace the Lamp.” appears on the screen
when projection starts
❏ When the
❏ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate
The lamp replacement message appears after the following
periods of time in order to maintain the initial brightness and
quality of the projected images:
❏ When used continuously at the high brightness setting
(approximately 1900 hours)
❏ When used continuously at the low brightness setting
(approximately 2900 hours)
Note: If you continue to use the lamp after this period, the
possibility of the lamp breaking becomes greater. When the lamp
replacement message appears, replace the lamp with a new one as
soon as possible, even if it is still working. Depending on the lamp
and the way it has been used, the lamp may become darker or stop
working before the lamp warning message appears.
Lamp indicator is flashing orange
Flashing
orange
Note: Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your
local regulations. The air filter frame is made of polycarbonate and
ABS plastic. The air filter is made of polyurethane foam.
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You can obtain a spare lamp from an authorized Epson reseller.
To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800463-7766). To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com
(U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call 800-463-7766 for
reseller referral.
Caution: If you are replacing the lamp because it has stopped
working, it is possible that the lamp is broken. If replacing the lamp
of a projector which has been installed on a ceiling, you should
always assume that the lamp is broken and be extremely careful
when removing the lamp cover.Wait until the lamp has cooled
down sufficiently before removing the lamp cover. To give the lamp
enough time to cool down after turning off the power, wait for
about one hour.
1. After you turn off the projector’s power, and it beeps twice,
disconnect the power cable.
2. Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the lamp
cover from the base of the projector.
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3. Loosen the lamp cover screw with the screwdriver that is
supplied with the spare lamp (or your own cross head
[Phillips] screwdriver).
4. Then slide the lamp cover straight forward and lift it to
remove.
5. Loosen the two lamp screws with the screwdriver that is
supplied with the spare lamp (or your own cross head
[Phillips] screwdriver).
7. Insert the new lamp so that it fits in place correctly. Once it
is fully inserted, tighten the two screws.
8. Slide the lamp cover onto the projector and tighten the cover
screw.
6. Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp as shown in the
illustration below and lift it up and out of the projector. If
the lamp is broken, replace it with a new lamp, or contact
Epson for further advice. If replacing the lamp yourself, be
careful to avoid pieces of broken glass.
Note: Install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the
lamp turns off automatically as a safety precaution. Moreover, the
lamp will not turn on if the lamp or the lamp cover is not installed
correctly. The lamp contains mercury. Dispose of used lamps
properly in accordance with your local regulations.
Resetting the Lamp Timer
The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the
lamp operating time. When the cumulative operating time
reaches a certain point, it causes the replacement warning
message to be displayed. Therefore, the counter needs to be
reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one. You can
do this using the configuration menu.
Note: Do not reset the lamp operating time except after the lamp
has been replaced, otherwise the lamp replacement period will not
be indicated correctly.
1. Connect the power cable and turn on the projector.
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2. Select
Reset from the configuration menu, and then select
Lamp-Hours Reset.
3. When
Execute? appears, select Yes.
The lamp operating time is reset.
The lamp usage timer doesn’t register until you’ve used the
lamp for at least 10 hours.
Optional Accessories
You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories
from an Epson authorized reseller. For product information
and to find the nearest authorized reseller, please call 800-GOEPSON (800-463-7766) or browse our catalog of products at
www.epson.com, select the product you are interested in, and
click “Where to Buy.” To purchase online, please visit the
Epson Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In
Canada, please call 800-463-7766 for a reseller referral.This list
of optional accessories is current as of January 2005. Details of
accessories are subject to change without notice.
Epson provides the following optional accessories:
Part
Number Part Name
V13H010L33 Replacement lamp
V13H134A08 Air filter set (2)
ELPSC06 50" Portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
ELPSC07 60" Portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
ELPSC08 80" Portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
ELPSC09 83.6" Hanging pull-down screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
ELPMBUNI Ceiling mount
ELPMBFCP False ceiling plate
ELPMBSEC Ceiling mount secure cable kit
ELPMBAPL Suspension adapter
ELPMBACC Adjustable Ceiling Channel
ELPSV01 S-Video cable
ELPKC19 Component video cable (9.8 feet/3 m) for mini D-Sub
ELPDA01 Distribution amplifier
ELPKS35-S Samsonite® wheeled softcase
ELPKS43 Samsonite soft shoulder case for projector and
ELPKS54 ATA molded hardshell case
V12H162020 ELPDC05 High resolution document imager
ELPSL01 Kensington
15-pin/RCA×3
notebook
®
security lock
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Related Documentation
CPD-19502 Epson PowerLite S3 Projector Quick
Setup Poster
CPD-19503 CD-ROM containing the
Epson PowerLite S3 User’s Guide
Parts Price Lists Available on the Epson Insider Website
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