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EW531
DLP® Projector
Widescreen presentations and HD entertainment
Bright projection – 2600 ANSI Lumens
3000:1 contrast ratio for sharp, detailed presentations
and graphics
Digital and Analogue connectivity includes: HDMI, VGA
Environmentally friendly design <1W standby mode
Portable – carry bag provided for easy transportation
Low ownership costs – up to 4000hrs lamp life
Optoma EW531 filter-free design – virtually no maintenance
Widescreen HD

EW531
Widescreen projection
The bright 2600L, EW531 with 120Hz 3D capable technology is ideally partnered with a widescreen notebook
and HD sources. Ceiling mounted or mobile this dual-purpose projector multi-tasks in both office, school and
home environments.
Environmentally friendly design with energy saving features including <1W standby mode. Long lamp-life
of 4000hrs saves you both time and money, combined with our unique Optoma colour and imager guarantee
ensures hassle-free, long lasting projection.
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3D TECHNOLOGY
Using the inherent speed of DLP technology, The Optoma EW531 can output video and images
at an astonishing rate of 120Hz, allowing you to show full screen, full colour, stereoscopic 3D. The
3D effect is generated by splitting this signal into two standard video streams, one for each eye.
Using DLP® Link™ technology, the 3D glasses synchronise with the image on screen to filter each
stream to the correct eye. Your brain then combines the two streams to make them jump into life.
The 3D features of the EW531 can only be used with compatible 3D content. Typical applications
include use with 3D educational or 3D design and modelling software. Currently the EW531 does not
support 3D TV broadcast systems, SKY in the UK or 3D Blu-ray, though support for these applications
may be added in future using additional hardware.
TRUE WXGA RESOLUTION
The EW531 is the perfect companion for widescreen laptops. Your
presentations will appear as sharp and detailed as they do on your
widescreen laptop in WXGA (1280 x 800). WXGA resolution gives
30% more pixels than XGA.
TRUE HDMI
Project crystal clear images using the latest HDMI v1.3 input.
Hassle-free projection from a widescreen computer/HD source with
a single HDMI cable – no need for separate audio cables.
CLEAR, FOCUSED IMAGES
DarkChip3™ technology from Texas Instruments produces a stunning
3000:1 contrast ratio for pin sharp graphics and crystal clear text.
Crisper whites, ultra-rich blacks makes images come alive and text
easier to read - ideal for business and education presentations.
XGA WXGA
CONTROL
The extensive RS232 command set makes it simple and easy
to control the EW531 with any control system.
1000:1 contrast ratio 3000:1 contrast ratio
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Simulated Image
AMX Compatibility – Dynamic Discovery
Protocol is incorporated into the EW531. This
feature allows for easy installation with AMX
control systems.

EW531
AMAZING COLOURS
The EW531 incorporates BrilliantColor™ technology to produce
stunningly bright images with perfectly balanced life-like colours.
Preset display modes allow you to achieve a perfect image on
a variety of surfaces including screens and interactive whiteboards.
COLOUR AND IMAGER GUARANTEE
Bright colours and fantastic image quality are guaranteed for
an amazing 5 years after purchase - giving piece of mind that
the technology inside the Optoma EW531 projector won’t fade
or degrade.
VIRTUALLY MAINTENANCE FREE = LOWER TOTAL
COST OF OWNERSHIP (TCO)
EW531 provides lower cost of ownership, longer life and improved
reliability. The filter-free projector design does not require regular
filter cleaning or filter replacement, saving you time and money.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
The EW531 incorporates energy saving features to conserve power
and extend the lamp life:
To achieve the maximum 4000hrs** lamp life time the
projector should be operating in STD mode and the shut
down timer should be enabled to automatically switch off
the projector if it is accidentally left on when no longer
required. Enabling the <1W Standby mode will ensure the
minimum energy consumption when the projector is not
being used.
It takes less than 10 seconds for the projector to power
up and shutdown, saving both time and energy.
FEATURES
6 preset display modes
Classroom mode - 1500 ANSI Lumens
Quick keystone correction
Security bar and password protection for added security
Easy to use remote with direct source control

EW531
EW531 SPECIFICATIONS
Native Resolution WXGA 1280 x 800
Compressed Resolution up to UXGA (1600 x 1200)
Brightness 2600/2100 Lumens (BRIGHT/STD mode)
Contrast 3000:1
Noise Level 28dB
Lamp Life** 4000/3000 (STD/BRIGHT mode)
Projection Lens F/2.5 ~ 2.67, f=21.86 ~ 24.0mm, 1.1x Manual Zoom
Throw Ratio 1.55 - 1.7:1 (Projection Distance:Image Width)
Projection Distance 1.2 - 12m
Image Size 0.83 - 9.13m (32.77” - 359.44”) Diagonal 16:10
Display Technology Single 0.65” WXGA DC3 DMD chip DLP
by Texas Instruments
Weight / Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.3 kg / 286 x 192 x 84mm
Remote Control Full function remote with direct source selecting
INPUTS HDMI (HDCP) - audio supported (DVI-D via adaptor)
15 Pin D-Sub VGA (SCART & Component via adaptor)
S-Video 4 Pin Mini Din
Composite RCA
3.5mm Audio Mini Jack
CONTROL RS232 3 Pin Mini DIN
OUTPUTS 15 Pin D-Sub VGA (monitor loop-through)
3.5mm Audio Mini Jack
Audio 1 x 2W Speaker
Aspect Ratio 16:10 Native, 4:3 & 16:9 Compatible
Keystone Correction ± 40˚ Vertical
On Screen Display 18 Languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish,
Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Russian, Swedish, Greek,
Norwegian, Danish, Hungarian, Czech, Turkish, Farsi & Arabic
Video Compatibility PAL SECAM 576i/p, NTSC 480i/p, HD 720p/1080i/1080p
Uniformity 85%
Displayable Colours 16.7 Million
Horizontal Scan Rate 15.3 – 91.1kHz
Vertical Scan Rate 24 – 120Hz
Power Supply 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz
Power Consumption 233W BRIGHT mode < 1W Standby mode
207W STD mode < 1W Standby mode
Operating Conditions Operating: 5 - 35˚C, 85% Humidity (Max),
3000m Altitude (Max)
Security One Kensington Lock Port, Password Protection
Standard Accessories Lens Cover, AC Power Cord, VGA Cable, Carry Bag, Full
Function Remote, Batteries x 2, Quick Start Guide, CD
User Manual, Warranty, WEEE Card
RoHS Compliant
Lamp Warranty 6 months or 1000 hours - whichever comes sooner
Warranty Warranty may vary by country. Please see
www.optomaeurope.com or ask your local
supplier for details
Colour Guarantee* 5 Years
Imager Guarantee*** 5 Years
3D Support 120Hz frame sequential 3D for resolutions up to 720P.
3D Viewing Requires Optoma DLP
60Hz field sequential 3D for resolutions up to 480i
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LinkTM active shutter glasses
– sold separately
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Technology
EASY TO USE REMOTE CONTROL
EW531 Remote Control
1 Vertical Keystone Correction
2 Volume Control
3 Brightness Adjustment
4 AV Mute
5 Direct Input Source Selection
EW531 Connections
6 VGA In - SCART & Component
7 VGA Out
8 HDMI (audio supported)
9 S-Video
10 Composite Video
11 RS232 - 3 Pin
12 Audio In
13 Audio Out
14 Security Bar
15 Kensington™ Lock
Exceptional Connectivity/ Multiple Terminals
6 8 119 10
7
Easy to use remote
with buttons to
change the input
sources
1
3
12 13
14
2
4
5
15
EW531 Projection Distance 1.2 - 12m (16:10 Aspect Ratio)
Projection Distance (m)
1.20
2.00
2.50
3.00
4.00
5.00
6.00
7.00
8.00
9.00
10.00
11.00
12.00
Max. Horizontal
Image Size (m)
0.77
1.29
1.61
1.94
2.58
3.23
3.87
4.52
5.16
5.81
6.45
7.10
7.74
Min. Horizontal
Image Size (m)
0.71
1.18
1.47
1.76
2.35
2.94
3.53
4.12
4.71
5.29
5.88
6.47
7.06
Max. Vertical Image Size (m) Min. Vertical Image Size (m) Max Diagonal Image Size (m)
0.48
0.81
1.01
1.21
1.61
2.02
2.42
2.82
3.23
3.63
4.03
4.44
4.84
0.44
0.74
0.92
1.10
1.47
1.84
2.21
2.57
2.94
3.31
3.68
4.04
4.41
0.91
1.52
1.90
2.28
3.04
3.80
4.56
5.33
6.09
6.85
7.61
8.37
9.13
Max Diagonal Image
Size (inch)
35.94
59.91
74.88
89.86
119.81
149.76
179.72
209.67
239.62
269.58
299.53
329.48
359.44
Max. Image Offset (m)
0.06
0.10
0.13
0.15
0.20
0.25
0.30
0.35
0.40
0.45
0.50
0.55
0.60
For guide purposes only
EW531 is capable of 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratio projection. When projecting a 4:3/16:9 image the image sizes, screen height and offset information
will differ from the above.
Optoma Europe Ltd.
42 Caxton Way, Watford Business Park, Watford, Hertfordshire, UK. WD18 8QZ
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*Optoma guarantees that in normal use, Optoma DLP® colour quality will be indistinguishable from when new. Exclusions: (1) Guarantee is voided if the projector is subject to damage through misuse. (2) Guarantee may be void in industrial or commercial
entertainment environments where dust or smoke is excessive (3) Guarantee will not apply if lamp brightness is below 50% due to wear or if the projector is not working due to other faults. (4) Over time worn lamps within all projector types will show a slight
colour variance. **Typical lamp life achieved through testing. Will vary according to operational use and environment conditions. *** Optoma guarantees that in normal use, the DLP
Copyright © 2010, Optoma Europe Ltd. All other product names and company names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Errors and omissions excepted, all specifications
performance. Exclusions: (1) Guarantee is voided if the projector is subject to damage through misuse. (2) Guarantee may be void in industrial or commercial environments where dust or smoke is excessive.
are subject to change without notice. DLP
®
imager will retain image quality for at least 5 years and provide consistent pixel
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, BrilliantColor™ and the DLP logo are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments.