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Epson Dreamio EMP-TWD10 User Manual

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  • Page 2 Notations used in this guide Indicates content that may cause the unit damage or malfunction. Indicates additional information and points that may be useful to know regarding a topic. Indicates a page where useful information regarding a topic can be found. Indicates operating methods and the order of operations.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions............. Selecting the Surround Sound mode .......... 51 Selecting the digital sound effects..........51 Use and Storage............Discs and USB Storage ..........10 Settings and Adjustments Parts Name and Functions......... 12 Setup Menu Operation and Functions ....... 52 Preparing the Remote Control........

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions All safety and operating instructions should be read before using the unit. After you have read all instructions, save this information for later reference. The documentation and the unit use graphical symbols to show how to use the unit safely. Please understand and respect these caution symbols in order to avoid injury to persons or property.
  • Page 5 Important safety instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector : • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. •...
  • Page 6 Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not use in wet areas Unplug the unit from the outlet and refer all repairs to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 7 Warning Do not place containers with liquids, water or chemicals on top of the unit. If the containers spill and the contents get inside the unit, fire or electric shock may result. Do not Never look into the unit lens when the lamp is switched on as the bright light can damage your eyes. Do not do Never push metallic or flammable objects or any other foreign materials through the air intake or air exhaust vents, fire or electric shock may result.
  • Page 8 Caution Class 1 LASER Product Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not disassemble Do not use the unit in places where there are lots of humidity or dust, near cooking or heating appliances, or in places where it may come into contact with smoke or steam.
  • Page 9 Caution Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. This avoids electric shock during cleaning. Disconnect the plug from the outlet When cleaning the unit, do not use wet cloths or solvents such as alcohol, thinner or benzine. Water infiltration or deterioration and breakage of the unit case could result in electric shock. Instructions Incorrect battery usage may cause leakage of battery fluid and battery rupture, which could result in fire, injury or corrosion of the unit.

  • Page 10: Use And Storage

    If fingerprints or marks are left on the face of the lens, the image will not be projected clearly. When the unit is not in use, be sure to attach the lens cover. • EPSON will not be held responsible for damage arising from projector or lamp failure outside the...
  • Page 11 Transportation cautions LCD panel • The LCD panel is manufactured using extremely • Many glass and precision parts are used within high-precision technology. this unit. In order to prevent impact during However, black dots may appear on the panel, or transportation, re-use the box and protective some red, blue or green dots may light up extremely packaging you received at the time of purchase.

  • Page 12: Discs And Usb Storage

    Discs and USB Storage CD-R/RW CDs created with a CD recorder Discs CD+R/RW or a computer. • Can play the following files Readable disc types recorded in the ISO9660 level- 1 or -2/UDF format: The following discs can be played. MP3/WMA/JPEG/Kodak Picture CD/FujiColor CD/ Symbols...
  • Page 13 Unreadable disc types Specifications of files that • The following discs cannot be played. can be played - DVD-ROM - CD-ROM - PHOTO CD - DVD audio - SACD - DACD - DVD-RAM File format File extension Specifications • Round discs with a diameter other than 8 cm or “.mp3”...

  • Page 14: Parts Name And Functions

    Parts Name and Functions Front Name Function Close the lens cover to protect the lens when the unit is not in use. Slide lens cover You can stop the projection completely by closing the lens cover during projection. However, if this state continues for 30 minutes, the unit lamp is turned off automatically.
  • Page 15 Rear How to open the interface cover Press here to open. Name Function Connect the power cable. p. 19 Power inlet port This is the control port. It is not used during normal operation. Service port HDMI input port Connects an HDMI-format video device or a computer to the unit. p.
  • Page 16 vSkip button sp. 25 vImage On indicator sp. 60 vImage Off indicator sp. 19, 23, 60 vSource vStop button vVolume sp. 23 button adjustment sp. 47 buttons sp. 21 vPower button vPlay/Pause button vBreak button vImage On/Off button sp. 19, 23 sp.
  • Page 17 Remote Control Handy functions Advanced functions sp. 38 sp. 33 sp. 47 sp. 26 sp. 35 sp. 40 sp. 26 sp. 51 sp. 51 sp. 36 sp. 41 Buttons used during playback Buttons used when adjusting audio sp. 23 sp. 24, 25 sp.

  • Page 18: Preparing The Remote Control

    Preparing the Remote Control Inserting the batteries At the time of purchase, the batteries are not installed into the remote control. Insert the batteries provided with this unit, before use. Push in the catch on the rear of the remote control, then lift it upwards.

  • Page 19: Quick Start

    Quick Start Playback procedure No complicated connections are necessary. You do not even need to select the television type or change the input. You can enjoy your DVDs on the big screen by following these four easy steps. The standard speakers support Dolby’s virtual surround system, and you can enjoy real stereo surround sound using the left and right speakers.

  • Page 20: Installation

    Installation Projection distance and screen size Place the unit in a position that will Position this unit so that it is parallel to enable the optimum size image to be the screen. projected on the screen. Screen When you use a 16:9 ratio, 80” type widescreen, for example, place the unit approximately 197 cm away from the screen.
  • Page 21 Connect the power cable. Open the lens cover. When the power cable is connected, both and the Image Off indicator light up in orange. Lit orange...

  • Page 22: Disc Playback

    Disc Playback Playing a disc and projecting Insert the disc into its slot by facing the disc label upward. If you are using a dual-side disc, face the side you wish to play upwards. Insert an 8-cm disc into the disc slot center position.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Projection Position And Volume

    Adjusting the projection position and volume Adjust the volume and image being projected. Fine-tuning the projection size Focusing (Focus ring) (Zoom ring) To decrease the size, turn towards “T”. To increase the size, turn towards “W”. Volume control (Volume) Using the main Using the unit remote control...
  • Page 24 Correcting keystone distortion of the image (Keystone) If a projected image exceeds the adjustable range using lens shift, and you want to project the image higher beyond the range, you can tilt the unit upwards by extending the adjustable front foot.

  • Page 25: Stopping Playback

    • You cannot use the resume play during program play. • The position from where playback resumes may be slightly different to where playback was stopped. • The audio language, subtitle language, and angle settings are memorized along with the stopping position.

  • Page 26: Basic Playback Operations

    Basic Playback Operations From here on, operations are explained primarily using the buttons of the remote control. You can also use the buttons with the same markings as those on the unit control panel to achieve the same effect. Set the [Function] position before performing operations Pause Press during playback.

  • Page 27: Skip

    Set the [Function] position before performing operations Skip Press during playback or when paused. If you press once during chapter/track playback, playback returns to the start of the chapter or track being played. After this, playback returns to the start of the previous chapter/track each time you press .

  • Page 28: Temporarily Using The Projector's Light As Illumination (Break)

    • When theater or theater black are selected, the • Operations cannot be performed when the disc EPSON cinema filter activates automatically menu is displayed. and skin color takes on a more natural tone • When you press any of the following buttons, across the whole image.

  • Page 29: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Becoming a playback expert Playback from a DVD menu Some discs have the following kinds of original menus saved in them. •Root Menu: When multiple titles (image and audio) have been recorded, this integrated disc information is displayed. •Menu: Title-specific playback data (chapter, angle, audio, and subtitle menus) is displayed.

  • Page 30: Playback A Video Cd From The Menu

    Press • Certain discs may not contain a menu. If a menu is not recorded, these operations cannot be executed. • Depending on the disc, playback may begin automatically, even if is not pressed. Playback a Video CD from the menu You can play a disc by selecting the desired chapter from any of the following two menus.
  • Page 31 To turn to the previous/next page of the menu screen Press when the menu screen is displayed. To call the menu screen during playback Each time is pressed, the menu goes back by one step. Press repeatedly until the menu is displayed. To call the PBC menu screen When you display the playback information or the preview screen, the PBC mode is canceled.

  • Page 32: Jpeg, Mp3/Wma And Divx ® Playback

    Select the track you want to see using and press The selected track is played. ® JPEG, MP3/WMA and DivX playback Set the [Function] position before Although the files stored in a disc and performing operations a USB storage device are played back by selecting the desired file from a File List, the function varies depending on the file, as follows.
  • Page 33 is pressed while playing back , Kodak Picture CD or FUJICOLOR CD, the display returns to the File List. • If is displayed, you will return to the File List when you press twice. • When you select “Others” from the settings menu and set the “MP3/ ®...
  • Page 34 When playing MP3/WMA audio (Image Off) Once menu selection is complete and the audio begins, press . This unit beeps and the projection lamp turns off so you can enjoy just the music being played. Press to turn the lamp back on. Once the lamp has been turned off and when the Image Off indicator is flashing orange, the lamp will not come back on, even if you press .

  • Page 35: Playback By Selecting The Chapter Or Track Number

    Playback by selecting the chapter or track number During playback or when paused, select the chapter or track number you wish to play by pressing the numeric buttons. s “When using the numeric buttons” p. 27 • Can also be used when stopped. •...
  • Page 36 Screen Window Function Contents display display Track RPT ONE Track repeat Repeats the current track. RPT ALL Disc repeat Repeats entire tracks of the disc. Shuffle SHUFFLE Random play Randomly plays all tracks of the disc. Repeats random play. Tracks are Random Shuffle RPT SHF...

  • Page 37: Program Play

    Program play Set the [Function] position before You can set titles, chapters, and tracks to playback in your order of preference. performing operations Press during play or when paused. The program screen will appear for you to set a playback sequence. Using the numeric keys, enter title and track/chapter numbers sequentially.

  • Page 38: Zoom In

    • You can set the program play of up to 10 discs. Also, you can set up to 20 tracks or chapters of each disc. Your settings are held in memory even when you have changed the discs. Insert the disc with the playback sequence set in the disc slot, press , and select “Start”...

  • Page 39: Changing The Audio Language

    Changing the audio language When a disc has been recorded with multiple audio signals or languages, you can switch to the available audio signal or language of your preference. Press during playback. The current audio settings are displayed on the screen. Select the desired settings by pressing repeatedly.

  • Page 40: Changing The Angle

    Changing the angle For discs that have been recorded with multiple camera angles, you can switch from the main angle to a different camera angle of your preference, such as from above, or from the right, during playback. Press during playback. The current angle is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 41 Pressing , position the pointer on the desired item and press • You can set the title/chapter/track number and time by using the numeric keys, and set the play start time.sp. 27 • When the selected item appears, select the desired value using and press •...

  • Page 42: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the sleep timer Set the [Function] position before When the time you set on the sleep timer has passed, the unit power switch is performing operations turned off automatically. You can prevent unnecessary power from being consumed if you fall asleep while watching a movie. If the sleep timer is set to “Sleep Off”...

  • Page 43: Changing The Aspect Ratio

    Changing the aspect ratio Set the [Function] position before The unit automatically recognizes the aspect suitable for the input signal, and performing operations the image is projected in the appropriate aspect. If you want to change the aspect yourself, or if the aspect is not correct, you can change it in the following way.
  • Page 44 When projecting component video (SDTV), S-video, or composite video images Screen Size Aspect Normal Full Zoom Letterbox Normal Full Zoom When projecting component video (HDTV) images Screen Size Aspect 16:9 Fixed at Full (16:9) When projecting computer images Wide panel computer images are always projected at the normal (wide screen) setting. If wide panel computer images are not projected in the correct aspect, press the button to change to an appropriate aspect.

  • Page 45: Playback By Attaching A Peripheral Device

    Playback by attaching a peripheral device Connecting a USB storage device You can attach a USB memory or multicard reader that conform to the USB 1.1 to the unit and play the following format files. • MP3/WMA files • JPEG files •...

  • Page 46: Connecting To Another Video Device, A Tv Set, Or A Computer

    Connecting to another video device, a TV set, or a Computer Aside from the built-in DVD player, this unit can project images by connecting to a computer or the following devices with a video output port. - Video recorder - Game machine - Video device with built-in TV tuner - Video camera and others Video equipment signal format The kind of video signal that can be output depends on the video equipment.
  • Page 47 Connecting with an S-video cable Connect with the facing downwards RCA audio cable White (commercially available) Output To Audio out port Audio To S-Video input port S-Video To S-Video out port To Audio input port S-video cable (commercially available) Connecting with a component video cable To Computer To Audio input port...

  • Page 48: Connecting With A Computer

    Connecting with an HDMI cable Output To HDMI output port HDMI HDMI cable (commercially available) To HDMI input port Use a HDMI cable that meets the HDMI standard. Otherwise, the image may not be displayed clearly or lost. PCM Audio is supported. If no audio is output, set the destination device to the PCM out mode. Connecting with a computer To Computer To Audio...

  • Page 49: Projecting Images From External Video Equipment Or A Computer

    Projecting images from external video equipment or a computer Open the lens cover and press When you press , the following menu appears on the screen. The orange pointer points to the currently selected source. Select the desired source by pressing , and press Turn the device power switch on, and press the [Play] or [Playback] button on the video device.
  • Page 50 You can switch the image signal destination from the computer by holding down and pressing (the key is usually labeled s Computer “Documentation” After switching, wait a few seconds for projection to start. Examples of Switching Output Epson Toshiba IBM/Lenovo Panasonic Sony SOTEC Dell...

  • Page 51: Audio Settings

    Audio Settings Listening with headphones Caution • When listening with headphones, make sure the volume is not too high. You may damage your hearing when listening to sounds at high volume over an extended period of time. • Do not set the volume too high from the outset. A loud sound may be produced suddenly that may cause damage to your headphones or your hearing.

  • Page 52: Connecting To Audio Equipment With An Optical Digital Input Port

    Connecting to audio equipment with an optical digital input port You can connect to AV amplifiers and equipment capable of making digital recordings (MD recorders, etc.) when they are equipped with an optical digital input port. When connecting, use a commercially available optical digital cable. Fully plug the audio cable connector into jack.

  • Page 53: Selecting The Surround Sound Mode

    Selecting the Surround Sound mode Set the [Function] position before When you turn the Dolby Virtual Speaker function on, you can enjoy real performing operations stereo surround sound using the left and right speakers only although sound is usually provided through multiple speakers. Press The current settings are displayed on the screen.

  • Page 54: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments Setup Menu Operation and Functions The settings of this unit can be adjusted to suit the environment in which it is used. Using the setup menu Press during playback or when stopped. The following setup menu is displayed. Press and select the desired icon.

  • Page 55: Setup Menu List

    Press to select the item to be set, and then press The settings are displayed on the right. Select the setting you wish to change, and press To display other setting pages, select a desired icon by repeatedly pressing After setup is complete, press to close the setup menu.
  • Page 56 Audio page Setting Item Setting Contents Digital Output Stream: Use when connected to a DTS/Dolby Digital Decoder, Select the kind of output signal according to or when connected to equipment with these functions. the equipment connected to the Optical PCM: Use when connected to equipment that is only Audio-Out port.

  • Page 57: Language Code List

    Disc Lock Lock: Locks playback of the currently inserted disc. You If you have locked a disc with the Disc Lock will need to enter the 6-digit password to play it. function, you will need to enter your password Unlock: Allows playback of all discs.

  • Page 58: Digital Output" Settings And Output Signals

    “Digital Output” settings and output signals “Digital Output” Settings Playback Disc Stream Linear PCM DVD video Linear PCM Stereo DTS DVD video DTS bit stream 48 kHz, 16 bit linear PCM Dolby digital DVD video Dolby digital bit stream 48 kHz, 16 bit stereo linear PCM Audio CD, Video CD, SVCD 44.1 kHz, 16 bit stereo linear PCM/48 kHz, 16 bit linear PCM DTS Audio CD...

  • Page 59: Operations And Functions On The Visual Setup Menu

    Operations and functions on the Visual Setup menu You can adjust the brightness, contrast, and other values of the projected image. Operations on the Visual Setup menu Press during projection. The following menu is displayed. Press to select the item to be set, and then press Press to select the item to be set, and then...

  • Page 60: Visual Setup Menu

    Visual Setup menu Image page Setting Item Setting Contents Brightness Adjusts the image brightness. Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and shade in the images. Color Saturation Adjusts the color saturation for the images. (This is not displayed when a computer is connected.) Tint Adjusts the image tint.

  • Page 61: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Reading the indicators You can check the status of this unit using the indicators on the top panel. Check each condition in the following table and follow the steps to remedy the problem. * If all indicators are not lit, the power cable is not connected correctly or the unit is not powered.
  • Page 62 Lamp error/Lamp failure/Lamp cuts out/Lamp cover open Wait for approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds, and check for a If the error continues blown lamp. p. 66 p. 59 Clean the air filter and the air intake vent. p. 63 Reinsert the lamp then turn on the main If the condition is not power switch on the main unit and press...

  • Page 63: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    When the indicators provide no help If this unit is not functioning normally, check the following notes before requesting repairs. However, if the unit fails to improve, contact your dealer for advice. Reference At these times Check here page Power does not turn on sp.
  • Page 64 When using external video or computer mode Reference At these times Check here page • Is the power for the connected equipment turned on? No images appear sp. 47 Switch on the power to the connected equipment, or start playback depending on the playback method for the connected equipment.

  • Page 65: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the unit and replacing consumable parts. Caution Before starting the maintenance, unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. Cleaning Cleaning the air filter and air intake vent When dust builds up on the air filter or the air intake vent, or the message “The unit is overheating.

  • Page 66: Consumables Replacement Period

    Consumables replacement period Air filter replacement period When the air filter gets dirty or is broken Lamp replacement period • The message “Replace the lamp” appears on the screen when projection starts. • The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. •...

  • Page 67: How To Replace Consumables

    How to replace consumables Replacing the air filter Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations. Filter: Polypropylene Frames: ABS resin Turn the power switch off and when a short beep sounds, unplug the power cable. Remove the air filter cover.

  • Page 68: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing the lamp Caution The lamp is hot immediately after use. Once the power has been switched off, allow approximately one hour to pass before replacing the lamp to allow it to cool thoroughly. Turn the power switch off, and when a short beep sounds, unplug the power cable.

  • Page 69: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    Tighten the lamp attachment screws firmly. Install the lamp cover. • Install the lamp and the lamp cover securely. For the safety of this unit, the lamp will not turn on if the lamp or the lamp cover is not installed correctly. •...
  • Page 70 Select “Yes” and press to initialize the setting.

  • Page 71: Projection Distance And Screen Size

    Projection Distance and Screen Size Refer to the following table and place the unit in a position which allows the best possible projection for the size of the screen. Units: cm (ft.) Projection Distance 16:9 Screen Size Minimum Maximum (Zoom Adjustment Wide) - (Zoom Adjustment Tele) 30”...

  • Page 72: Compatible Resolution List

    Compatible Resolution List Composite video/S-video Units: Dots Aspect Mode Signal Resolution Normal Full Zoom 720 x 480 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 TV (NTSC) (4:3) (16:9) (16:9) 720 x 360 720 x 576 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 TV (PAL, SECAM)

  • Page 73: Computer Image

    Computer image Units: Dots Aspect Mode Signal Resolution Normal Full Zoom 640 x 480 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 VGA60/72/75/85, iMac 640 x 360 800 x 600 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 SVGA56/60/72/75/85, iMac 800 x 450 1024 x 768...

  • Page 74: Specifications

    Specifications Product name EMP-TWD10 Dimensions 330W x 182.5H x 260D mm (Including projections) Panel size 0.55” wide Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Resolution 921,600 pixels (1280W x 720H dots) x 3 Focus adjustment Manual Zoom adjustment Manual (approx. 1:1.5) Lens shift Manual (vertical maximum approx.
  • Page 75 Pixelworks DNX IC is installed in this unit. Tilted angle The unit may fail or may cause an accident if it is tilted more than 15 degrees.
  • Page 76 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY 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. Located at : 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS:3-13...

  • Page 77: Glossary

    Glossary HDMI Aspect ratio An abbreviated form of “High-Definition Multimedia The ratio between an image’s length and its height. HDTV Interface”, which is the digital transmission standard for images have an aspect ratio of 16:9 and appear elongated. The transmitting images and sound using one cable. The HDMI has aspect ratio for standard images is 4:3.

  • Page 78: Index

    Index Audio page ................54 Night Mode ................54 Auto Setup··· ................62 Option page ................58 Break ..................26 Optional accessories ..............64 Brightness ................. 58 OSD Language ................53 Others page ................54 Overheating ................59 Chapter ..................75 Child Lock ................58 Cleaning the air filter and air intake vent ......... 63 Password ...................54 Cleaning the main unit ..............

  • Page 79: Inquiries

    This address list is current as of the 5th of April, 2007. A more up-to-date contact address can be obtained from the corresponding website listed here. If you do not find what you need on any of these pages, please visit the main Epson home page at www.epson.com. ALBANIA :...
  • Page 80 < NORTH, CENTRAL AMERICA & CARIBBEANI ISLANDS > CANADA : MEXICO : U. S. A. : Epson Canada, Ltd. Epson Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Epson America, Inc. 3771 Victoria Park Avenue Boulevard Manuel Avila Camacho 389 3840 Kilroy Airport Way...
  • Page 81 Av. Tucunare, 720 Diagonal 109, 15-49 Calle 4 con Calle 11-1 Tambore Barueri, Bogota, Colombia Edf. Epson -- La Urbina Sur Caracas, Venezuela Sao Paulo, SP 0646-0020, Brazil Tel: (57 1) 523-5000 Tel: (58 212) 240-1111 Tel: (55 11) 4196-6100...
  • Page 82 Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

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