Introduction to Your Projector ................................................................................................................... 7
Setting Up the Projector ........................................................................................................................... 19
Refer to these sections to learn more about your projector and this manual.
Projector Features
Notations Used in the Documentation
Where to Go for Additional Information
Projector Part Locations
Projector Features
The VS210, VS310, and VS315W projectors include these special features:
Bright, high-resolution projection system
• Up to 2600 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output)
• VS210: Native resolution of 800 × 600 pixels (SVGA)
• VS310: Native resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA)
• VS315W: Native resolution of 1280 ×800 pixels (WXGA)
Flexible connectivity
• Plug-and-play 3-in-1 USB projection, audio, and mouse control for instant setup
Easy-to-use setup and operation features
• Low total cost of ownership with longer lamp life
• 1.2× optical zoom ratio for improved zooming capability (VS310/VS315W)
• Built-in closed captioning decoder
• Epson Instant Off and Direct Power On features for quick setup and shut down
Product Box Contents
Additional Components
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
Warranty and Registration Information
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
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Projector Part Locations
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Product Box Contents
Save all the packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or
equivalent) when shipping.
Make sure your projector box included all of these parts:
1Projector
2Remote control
3Remote control batteries (two AA alkaline)
4Power cord
5VGA computer cable
6Projector documentation CD
Parent topic: Projector Features
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need to obtain the following additional
components:
• To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable compatible with your device. See your local
computer or electronics dealer for purchase information.
• To receive a component video signal, you need a D-sub, 15-pin, component-to-VGA video cable. You
can purchase one from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
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• To project with audio from certain ports, you may need a commercially available audio cable
compatible with your device. See your local computer or electronics dealer for purchase information.
Parent topic: Projector Features
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
You can purchase screens, other optional accessories, and replacement parts 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).
Epson offers the following optional accessories and replacement parts for your projector:
VGA video cable 1.8 m lengthELPKC02
VGA video cable 3.0 m lengthELPKC09
VGA video cable 20 m lengthELPKC10
Kensington security lockELPSL01
1-Year Extended Service Program - Depot ServiceEPPFTPA1
2-Year Extended Service Program - Depot ServiceEPPFTPA2
2-Year Extended Service Program - Exchange ServiceEPPEXPA1
Parent topic: Projector Features
Warranty and Registration Information
Your projector comes with a basic warranty that lets you project with confidence. For details, see the
warranty brochure that came with your projector.
In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you
won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere
in the United States or Canada. See the Extra Care Road Service brochure for details.
Register your product online using the projector CD or at this site: www.epson.com/webreg
Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services.
Parent topic: Projector Features
Notations Used in the Documentation
Follow the guidelines in these notations as you read your documentation:
• Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
• Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
• Notes contain important information about your projector.
• Tips contain additional projection information.
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Where to Go for Additional Information
Need quick help on using your projector during a presentation? Here's where to look for help:
• Built-in help system
Press the Help button on the remote control or projector to get quick solutions to common problems.
• www.epson.com/support (U.S) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada)
View FAQs (frequently asked questions) and e-mail your questions to Epson technical support 24
hours a day.
• If you still need help after checking this manual and the sources listed above, you can use the Epson
PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. For details, see "Where to Get Help".
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
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Where to Get Help
Projector Part Locations
Check the projector part illustrations to learn about the parts on your projector.
Projector Parts - Front/Top
Projector Parts - Rear
Projector Parts - Base
Projector Parts - Control Panel
Projector Parts - Remote Control
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
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Projector Parts - Front/Top
1Exhaust vent
2Lamp cover
3Control panel
4Projector status lights
5Focus ring (VS210)
6Speaker
7Air filter cover
8Intake vent
9Zoom ring (VS310/VS315W)
10Focus ring (VS310/VS315W)
11Remote receiver
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12Lens cover
13Front adjustable foot
14Foot release lever
15Lens cover lever
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
Projector Parts - Rear
1Remote control receiver
2Audio ports
3S-Video port
4USB TypeB port
5Computer port
6Lamp cover screw
7Kensington security lock slot
8Video port
9AC input port
1Power button
2Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
3Menu button (accesses projector menu system)
4Enter button (selects options)
5Wide/Tele buttons (adjust projected image size) and arrow buttons
6Vertical keystone adjustment buttons (adjust screen shape) and arrow buttons
7Esc button (cancels/exits functions)
8Help button (accesses projector help information)
VS310/VS315W
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1Power button
2Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
3Menu button (accesses projector menu system)
4Enter button (selects options)
5Volume control buttons and arrow buttons
6Vertical keystone adjustment buttons (adjust screen shape) and arrow buttons
7Esc button (cancels/exits functions)
8Help button (accesses projector help information)
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Projector Light Status
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Projector Parts - Remote Control
1Power button
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2Computer button (cycles through connected computer sources)
3Video button (cycles through connected video sources)
4Numeric buttons (enter numbers)
5Auto button (automatically adjusts position, tracking, and sync settings)
6Aspect button (selects the image aspect ratio)
7Num button (when held down, switches numeric buttons to number function)
8Menu button (accesses projector menu system)
9Arrow buttons (move through on-screen options and control wireless mouse functions)
10Enter button (selects options and controls wireless mouse functions)
11User button (customizable for different functions)
12Page up/down buttons (control presentation slides)
13E-Zoom +/– buttons (zoom into and out of the image)
14A/V Mute button (turns off picture and sound)
15Help button (accesses projector help information)
16Freeze button (stops video action)
17Volume up/down buttons (adjust speaker volume)
18Pointer button (activates on-screen pointer)
19Esc button (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions)
20Color Mode button (selects display modes)
21LAN button (button is not functional)
22USB button (cycles through connected USB sources)
23Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Projection Distance
The distance at which you place the projector from the screen determines the approximate size of the
image. The image size increases the farther the projector is from the screen, but can vary depending on
the zoom factor, aspect ratio, and other settings.
Use the tables here to determine approximately how far to place the projector from the screen based on
the size of the projected image. (Conversion figures may have been rounded up or down.)
VS210
4:3 Aspect Ratio
Screen orProjection distance
image size
150 inches58 to 79 inches (147 to 200 cm)
280 inches93 to 126 inches (237 to 321 cm)
3100 inches117 to 158 inches (297 to 401 cm)
4150 inches176 to 237 inches (446 to 603 cm)
VS310
4:3 Aspect Ratio
Wide to Tele
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Screen orProjection distance
image size
150 inches59 to 71 inches (150 to 180 cm)
280 inches95 to 114 inches (241 to 290 cm)
3100 inches119 to 143 inches (302 to 363 cm)
4150 inches179 to 215 inches (454 to 546 cm)
VS315W
16:10 Aspect Ratio
Screen orProjection distance
image size
150 inches55 to 66 inches (139 to 168 cm)
280 inches88 to 106 inches (225 to 270 cm)
3100 inches111 to 133 inches (281 to 338 cm)
4150 inches167 to 200 inches (424 to 509 cm)
Parent topic: Projector Placement
Wide to Tele
Wide to Tele
Projector Connections
You can connect the projector to a variety of computer, video, and audio sources to display
presentations, movies, or other images, with or without sound.
• Connect any type of computer that has a USB port or standard video output (monitor) port.
• For video projection, connect devices such as DVD players, gaming consoles, digital cameras, and
camera phones with compatible video output ports.
• If your presentation or video includes sound, you can connect audio input cables, if necessary.
Caution: If you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode
to ensure the projector's internal temperature is regulated properly.
Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources
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Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Product Box Contents
Connecting to Computer Sources
Follow the instructions in these sections to connect a computer to the projector.
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
Connecting to a Computer for Sound
Parent topic: Projector Connections
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio
If your computer meets the system requirements, you can send video and audio output to the projector
through the computer's USB port (preferably USB 2.0). Connect the projector to your computer using a
USB cable.
1.In the projector's Extended menu, set the USB Type B setting to USB Display.
2.Turn on your computer.
3.Connect the cable to your projector's USB TypeB port.
1USB TypeB port
4.Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
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5.Do one of the following:
• Windows 7/Windows Vista: Select Run EMP_UDSe.exe in the dialog box that appears to install
the Epson USB Display software.
• Windows XP: Wait as messages appear on your computer screen and the projector installs the
Epson USB Display software on your computer.
• Windows 2000: Select Computer, EPSON_PJ_UD, and EMP_UDSe.EXE to install the Epson
USB Display software.
• Mac OS X: The USB Display setup folder appears on your screen. Select USB Display Installer
and follow the on-screen instructions to install the Epson USB Display software.
Follow any on-screen instructions. You need to install this software only the first time you connect
the projector to the computer.
The projector displays the image from your computer's desktop and outputs sound, if your presentation
contains audio.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
USB Display System Requirements
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video
You can connect the projector to your computer using a VGA computer cable.
Note: To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort or Mini-DVI port for video output, you need
to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projector's VGA video port. Contact Apple for
compatible adapter options.
1.If necessary, disconnect your computer's monitor cable.
2.Connect the VGA computer cable to your computer's monitor port.
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3.Connect the other end to a Computer port on the projector.
1Computer port
4.Tighten the screws on the VGA connectors.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
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Connecting to a Computer for Sound
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
If you connected your computer to a Computer or USB TypeB port on the projector, you can set up the
remote control to act as a wireless mouse. This lets you control computer presentations at a distance
from your computer. To do this, connect the projector to your computer using a USB cable, if it is not
connected already.
1.Connect the USB cable to your projector's USB TypeB port.
1USB TypeB port
2.Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
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3.If necessary, configure your computer to work with an external USB mouse. See your computer
documentation for details.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Projector Parts - Remote Control
Connecting to a Computer for Sound
If your computer presentation includes sound and you did not connect it using the projector's USB
TypeB port, you can still play sound through the projector's speaker system. Just connect an optional
stereo mini-jack adapter cable (with one 3.5 mm mini-plug and two RCA plugs).
1.Connect the audio cable to your laptop's headphone or audio-out jack, or your desktop's speaker or
audio-out port.
2.Connect the other end to the projector's Audio ports.
1Audio ports
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources
Follow the instructions in these sections to connect video devices to the projector.
Connecting to a Component-to-VGA Video Source
Connecting to a Composite Video Source
Connecting to an S-Video Video Source
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
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Connecting to a Component-to-VGA Video Source
If your video source has component video ports, you can connect it to the projector using a componentto-VGA video cable. Depending on your component ports, you may need to use an adapter cable along
with a component video cable.
1.Connect the component connectors to your video source's color-coded component video output
ports, usually labeled Y, Pb,Pr or Y, Cb, Cr. If you are using an adapter, connect these connectors
to your component video cable.
2.Connect the VGA connector to the projector's Computer port.
1Computer port
If your image colors appear incorrect, you may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector's
Signal menu.
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Related references
Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu
Related tasks
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
Connecting to a Composite Video Source
If your video source has a composite video port, you can connect it to the projector using an optional
RCA-style video or A/V cable.
1.Connect the cable with the yellow connector to your video source's yellow video output port.
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Related tasks
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
You can play sound through the projector's speaker system if your video source has audio output ports.
Connect the projector to the video source using an RCA audio cable.
1.Connect the audio cable to your video source's audio-out ports.
2.Connect the other end of the cable to the projector's Audio ports.
1Audio ports
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
The remote control uses the two AA batteries that came with the projector.
1.Open the battery cover as shown.
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2.Insert the batteries with the + and – ends facing as shown.
3.Close the battery cover and press it down until it clicks into place.
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