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Epson dreamio EMP-TW500 User Manual

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  • Page 2: About The Manuals And Notations Used

    About The Manuals and Notations Used Types of Manual The documentation for your EPSON projector is divided into the following four manuals. Refer to the manuals in the order given below. Unpacking and Installation Guide Lists the accessories that are provided with the projector.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Appendix Maintenance...40 Cleaning ...40 • Cleaning the Air Filter...40 • Cleaning the Projector Body ...40 • Cleaning the Lens ...40 Consumable Replacement Periods... 41 • Air Filter Replacement Period...41 • Lamp Replacement Period ...41 Replacing Consumables ...

  • Page 4: Features Of The Projector

    No complex colour adjustments are required. When one of "Theatre", "Natural", "Theatre Black" or "sRGB " is selected, the Epson Cinema Filter effect will be applied automatically. This increases contrast and makes flesh tones appear more natural.
  • Page 5 80" screen even at a distance of approximately 2.5 m (8.2 ft.). A variety of image setting functions Many other functions are available as follows. EPSON Super White function that reproduces input signals containing whites of 100IRE or higher without overexposure. p.18 Progressive and Motion Detection functions allow you to obtain ideal results both for images with large amounts of movement and for still images.

  • Page 6: Part Names And Functions

    Receives signals from the remote control. Control Panel The area around the control panel buttons and characters light when the projector's power is turned on. If the "Button Illumination" configuration menu command is set to "OFF", they will not light.

  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote Control Buttons with no explanation function in the same way as the corresponding buttons on the projector's control panel. Refer to "Control Panel" for further details on these buttons. • • • • Remote control light-emitting area Setup Guide Outputs remote control signals.

  • Page 8: Rear

    • • • • [Trigger out] port p.49 When the projector power is turned on, a 12 V DC signal is output from this port. When the projector's power is turned off or a problem with operation occurs, the output becomes 0 V to send the projector's power ON/OFF status to an external device.

  • Page 9: Appearance

    1 Distance from centre of lens to suspension bracket fixing point (Lens shift amount: Max. 8.7 mm upwards, Max. 4.3 mm downwards) 2 Distance from centre of lens to centre of projector (Lens shift amount: Max. 7.7 mm to the left and right) Centre of lens 243.4...

  • Page 10: Basic Image Quality Adjustments

    When signals from the [Video], [S-Video], [D4] or on the [HDMI ] port are being projected: Auto When signals from the [InputA] or [InputB] port are on the projector's being projected: Normal to confirm If the signals are being input to the [Video], [S-...
  • Page 11 If "Natural", "Theatre", "Theatre Black" or "sRGB" is selected, the Epson Cinema Filter will be applied automatically. This increases contrast and makes flesh tones appear more natural. In addition, if "Dynamic"...

  • Page 12: Advanced Color Adjustments

    Advanced Color Adjustments If you would like to create your own images with settings adjusted the way you want them, you can adjust "Abs. Color Temp.", "Flesh Tone" "RGB" and/or "RGBCMY" in the "Color Adjustment" sub- menu of the "Image" menu. The adjustment values can be stored in "Memory: Standard"...
  • Page 13 This can be used to adjust the flesh tones for images of people. The Epson Cinema Filter that is automatically applied to images depending on the "Color Mode" settings creates natural-looking flesh tones. If you would like to further enhance flesh tones, use this "Flesh Tone"...

  • Page 14: Configuration Menu

    RGB/RGBCMY Displayed for input sources other than computer Only displayed for Computer input (does not appear when signals from the [HDMI] port are being input) EPSON Super White Progressive Motion Detection Noise Reduction Output Scaling Setup Level DVI-Video Level Position...
  • Page 15 Memory settings that have been applied to images will be retained even when the projector's power is turned off. The same memory adjustment settings will be applied to images that are projected the next time the projector's power is turned on.

  • Page 16: Configuration Menu Functions

    Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to make a variety of adjustments and settings involving the screen, image quality and input signals. The following two types of menu are available. • Full menu All items in the configuration menu can be checked while the settings are being made.
  • Page 17 Resolution Video Signal Refresh Rate Sync Info The "Info" menu is only used to display the projector status. When component video or RGB video signals are input: When signals from the [HDMI ] port are input: (Varies depending on country of purchase)

  • Page 18: Image" Menu

    Configuration Menu Functions "Image" menu Picture Quality Input Adjustment * These settings can be adjusted if the output level of the connected equipment is weak and the images appear dark. The two settings cannot be made simultaneously. You can only select one of them to be adjusted. •...

  • Page 19: Color Adjustment

    Y colour components. Color Mode * The color mode can be selected from six different settings in accordance with the images being projected. The settings for each mode are given below. Epson Cinema Mode name Filter Dynamic Original 1 Living Room...

  • Page 20: Setting" Menu

    Configuration Menu Functions Auto Setup * This sets automatic adjustment to on or off in order to set whether the projector automatically adjusts images to their optimum condition when the input signal is changed. Reset This returns all settings in the "Image" menu to their default settings, except for the settings that have been saved using the "Memory: Standard"...
  • Page 21 (Setting is only possible when RGB video or computer signals are being input from the [HDMI] port.) If the projector's [HDMI] port is connected to the DVI port of a DVD player or similar equipment using an HDMI/DVI cable, set the video level for the projector to match the video level that has been set at the DVD player.
  • Page 22 Network Monitoring When set to "ON", you can turn the power for the projector on using the remote control window in Cinema Color Editor via the network when the projector is in standby mode. If you would then like to use Cinema Color Editor to adjust the picture quality, check that the projector is projecting images.
  • Page 23 Button Illumination • ON : The area around the control panel buttons and characters light when the projector's power is turned on. This allows you to operate the projector in a dark room. • OFF : When set to "OFF", the lights for the area around the control panel buttons and characters are all turned off while images are projected.

  • Page 24: Reset" Menu

    Configuration Menu Functions Startup Screen This sets whether the start-up screen (the image that is projected when projection starts) is displayed (ON) or not displayed (OFF). If you change the setting, the new setting will take effect after the power has been turned off and the cool-down Input Signal Video Signal...

  • Page 25: Using The Configuration Menus

    All Reset This resets all configuration menu settings to their default settings. The "Memory: Standard", "Memory: Advance", "Network", "User’s Logo", "Input Signal", "Lamp Hours" and "Language" settings will not be reset. Using the Configuration Menus Displaying a menu Full menu: Press Selecting a menu item to select a menu item, then press Changing settings...

  • Page 26: Preparation For Using Cinema Color Editor

    Macintosh: Click the "Installer for Mac OS Classic" icon or the "Installer for Mac OS X" icon in the "EPSON" window, depending on the operating system you are using.

  • Page 27: Uninstalling Cinema Color Editor

    Windows XP). Connecting to a Computer In order to use the Cinema Color Editor to adjust picture quality, connect the projector and the computer using a USB cable, an RS-232C cable or a network cable. Connection using a network cable The projector can be connected to a network using a commercially-available 100baseTX or 10baseT network cable.

  • Page 28: Connection Using A Usb Cable Or Rs-232C Cable

    USB device is not available." appears when you connect a Windows computer and the projector using a USB cable, click [Cancel] in the wizard window or the dialogue box. Disconnect the USB cable, install Cinema Color Editor and then reconnect the cable.

  • Page 29: Setting Details

    Trap IP Address 1/2 Two IP addresses can be set as notification addresses for SNMP traps. To use the SNMP function to monitor the projector, you will need to have an SNMP manager program installed on the computer. Ask the network administrator to do this step.

  • Page 30: Using Cinema Color Editor

    Using Cinema Color Editor You can use the Cinema Color Editor to easily adjust the picture quality of projector images and to operate projectors. The following information describes how to use the Windows edition of the program. The Macintosh edition works in basically the same way.

  • Page 31: Saving Adjustment/Loading Adjustments

    After the opening screen, the connection screen will be displayed. A list of the connected projectors will be displayed, so select the projector that you would like to use for picture quality adjustment and then click [Connect]. In addition, if the projector is connected to a different network from the computer (for example, via a router), the projector will not be displayed automatically.

  • Page 32: Saving Customised Settings Into Memory

    (yellow): In use (grey): Not in use Memory list Loading adjustment values from a saved file into projector memory Select a memory number for saving from the memory list. Click [File Read]. Select the file to be loaded in the file selection window, and then click [Open].
  • Page 33 Saving projector memory settings into a computer as a memory data file Loading memory data files from a computer into projector memory Computer files can be loaded into the projector's memory. You can store adjustment values in the computer without limitation in contrast to the projector's memory.

  • Page 34: Problem Solving

    High-speed cooling in progress You can continue using the projector, but if the temperature rises too high again, the projector will be switched off automatically. Follow the same remedy as for "Internal temperature error (overheating)"...

  • Page 35: When The Indicator Is Lit Or Flashing Green Or Orange

    (Computer monitors and LCD screens have p.34 different colour reproduction performance, so that the colours projected by the projector p.35 and the colours appearing on the monitor p.35 may not necessarily match, but this is not a sign of a problem.)

  • Page 36: Problems Relating To Images

    If the connection is made while the power is already turned on, the function (Fn) key that switches the computer's video signal to external output may not work. Turn off the power for the projector and the computer and then back on again.

  • Page 37: The Message "No Signal." Is Displayed

    The recommended distance from the projector to the screen is within 87–1365 cm (2.9–44.8 ft.) for a screen size of 16:9, and 108–1672 cm (3.6–54.9 ft.) for a screen size of 4:3. Set up the projector so that the projection distance is within this range.

  • Page 38: Interference Or Distortion Appear In Images

    "Setting" - "Screen" - "Position" p.19 If dual display has been activated in the Display Properties of the computer's Control Panel, the projector will only project about half of the image on the computer screen. To display the whole of the image on the computer screen, turn off the dual display setting.

  • Page 39: Projection Stops Automatically

    When this happens, the lamp should be replaced with a new one. If the projector remains on while no images signals are being input, after a while the lamp will automatically turn off and the projector will switch to standby mode.

  • Page 40: Problems When Projection Starts

    The operating range for the remote control is approximately 10m. Setup Guide Set the projector up in a location where strong light will not shine onto the remote control light-receiving area. Insert new batteries, while making sure that they face correctly.

  • Page 41: Problems With Network Connections

    Check the settings for the "Network" menu command. "Setting"-"Operation" - "Network" p.20, p.27 To turn the projector's power on from a computer while the projector is in the standby mode, you must first set "Network Monitoring" to "ON". "Setting"-"Operation" - "Network Monitoring" p.20 Check if the power supply to the location has been interrupted, or if the circuit breaker for the electrical outlet has been tripped.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumables. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet for details on safe handling of the projector before cleaning.

  • Page 43: Consumable Replacement Periods

    Consumable Replacement Periods Air Filter Replacement Period If the air filter becomes broken or too dirty to clean Replace with an optional air filter. "Appendix: Optional Accessories" p.44 Lamp Replacement Period • The message "Replace the lamp." appears on the screen when projection starts •...

  • Page 44: Replacing Consumables

    Furthermore, you should stand to the side of the projector, not underneath it. Resetting the Lamp Operating Time The lamp operating time must always be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one.
  • Page 45 Remove the old air filter. Place your finger under one of the ribs and lift up. Remove the lamp cover. Lift up slightly from underneath to remove. Install the lamp cover, then tighten the lamp cover fixing screws. Select "Lamp-Hours Reset" in the "Reset"...

  • Page 46: Optional Accessories

    Use when installing the projector to a ceiling. Pipe 600 (600 mm (23.62 in.)/white)* ELPFP07 ELPAF04 Use when installing the projector on a high ceiling or a ceiling with panels. *A special method of installation is required in order to ELPSC06 suspend the projector from a ceiling.

  • Page 47: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Depending on the "Output Scaling"settings, the values given below will change slightly. Component Video /RGB Video Signal Resolution 640×480 SDTV (525i, 640×360 (for zoom) 60Hz)(D1) SDTV(625i, 768×576 50Hz) 768×432 (for zoom) SDTV(525p) 640×480 (D2) 640×360 (for zoom) 768×576 SDTV(625p) 768×432 (for zoom)

  • Page 48: Specifications

    * The USB connector is not guaranteed to operate correctly with all USB-compatible devices. Pixelworks DNX Home Projector EMP-TW500 450 (W) × 119 (H) × 345 (D) mm (17.7 (W) × 4.7 (H) × 13.6 (D) in.) (not including foot) 0.7 inches...

  • Page 49: Compatible Computers For Using Cinema Color Editor

    +Amd.4 Windows (1024 × 768) or greater resolution. 16-bit color or greater display : D-Sub 9-pin (male) : Control (RS-232C) <At projector> (PC serial cable) <At computer> FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B (DoC) Canada ICES-003 Class B European Community The EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)
  • Page 50 According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers :EPSON AMERICA, INC. : 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 313 Long Beach, CA 90806 : 562-290-5254...

  • Page 51: Glossary

    (luminance signal) within the color bar signal, and a chroma or color signal (CbCr). Cool-down This is the process by which the projector's lamp is cooled down after it has become hot through use. It is carried out automatically when the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel has been pressed to the projector off.
  • Page 52 PC/ AT-compatible computers. Sync. (Synchronization) The signals output from computers have a specific frequency. If the projector frequency does not match this frequency, the resulting images will not be of a good quality. The process of matching the phases of these signals (the relative position of the crests and troughs in the signal) is called "synchronization".

  • Page 53: Index

    Correcting keystone distortion ... 4,SG Correcting projector tilt ... 4,SG [D4] port ... 6,46,SG DHCP ... 15,27 DVI Video LEVEL ... 15,19 Epson Cinema Filter ... 9,17 EPSON Super White ... 15,18 Flesh Tone ... 10,14,17 Focus adjustment ... 4,5,SG Front adjustable foot... 4,SG Full menus ...
  • Page 54 Power inlet... 6,SG Progressive ... 15,18 Projection ... 15,20,SG Projection distance ... SG Projection Image Position Adjustment... SG Projector Name... 15,27 Refresh Rate ... 15 Remote control ... 5,SG Replacing the Air Filter... 42 Replacing the battery... SG Replacing the Lamp ... 42 Reset ...
  • Page 55 Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorised modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION’s...
  • Page 56 Printed in Japan 404801900 03.11-.8A(C05)

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