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Epson PowerLite S1 User Manual

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  • Page 1  EPSON PowerLite User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Meaning Of Symbols

    EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products. 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 unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.)
  • Page 3 Features Auto setup (Computer connections) The projector analyzes the signal of the computer to which it is connected and automatically makes adjustments to ensure optimal projection results. See “Functions for Enhancing Projection” on page Color mode Image quality can be selected according to the type of scene.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Using the Projector Part Names and Functions Front/Top Control panel Rear Base Remote Control Installation Installation method Projection distance and screen size Other installation methods Connecting to a Computer Compatible computers Projecting images from a computer Playing sound from a computer...
  • Page 5 Troubleshooting When You Suspect a Problem Power indicator Warning indicator When the indicators provide no help Where to Get Help Telephone Support Services Appendix Projector Care Cleaning Replacing consumables Optional Accessories Glossary Cable Format Supported Display Resolutions Specifications Important Safety Instructions...

  • Page 6: Before Using The Projector

    • handle Pull out this handle to use when carrying the projector. • lens cover Attach when not using the projector to prevent the lens from becoming dirty or damaged. • control panel P. 7 • focus ring P.25...

  • Page 7: Control Panel

    Flashes or lights in different colors to indicate the operating status of the projector. • Warning indicator P.44 Flashes or lights in different colors to alert you to problems with the projector. • [u][d][l][r] buttons P.33 • [u][d]: keystone correction buttons P.27 Press to correct keystone distortion in images.

  • Page 8: Rear

    • Control (RS-232C) port P.63 Connects the projector to a computer using an RS-232C cable. This port is for control use and should not be used by the customer. • Monitor Out port P.

  • Page 9: Base

    • handle Pull out this handle to use when carrying the projector. • ceiling mount holes (3 points) Install the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from the ceiling. • rubber foot • lamp cover P.57 Open this cover when replacing the lamp inside the projector.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    [A/V Mute] button P.30 Momentarily turns off the audio and video. • [Power] button P.22 Turns the projector on and off. • [Color Mode] button P.29 Selects the color mode. The color mode changes in the order of Dynamic, Presentation, Theatre, Living...
  • Page 11 Max. approximately 20 feet (6 m) (May be shorter depending on conditions.) Operable angle: approximately 30° horizontally, 15° vertically * The remote control infrared receiver on the back of the projector can also be used under the same conditions. 30° 30°...

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation Be sure to read the Important Safety Instructions Installation method Set up the projector so that it is at right angles to a screen. Projection distance: 3-34 feet (89-1050 cm) When setting up the projector against a wall, leave a space of at least 7.9 inches (20 cm) between the projector and the wall.

  • Page 13: Other Installation Methods

    Ceiling projection Ceiling/Rear projection (Using a translucent screen) The optional ceiling mount is required when installing the projector from a ceiling. Please contact your dealer if you wish to use this method, as special equipment is required for installation. See “Optional Accessories”...

  • Page 14: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Computer When connecting, be sure to: • Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer. Damage may result if you try to make a connection when the power is switched on.

  • Page 15: Playing Sound From A Computer

    • A particular type of cable may be required for some workstations. Please check with the maker of your workstation. Playing sound from a computer You can play sound from a computer through the projector’s built-in speaker. To Computer / To audio out port...

  • Page 16: Connecting To An External Monitor

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting to an external monitor The image being input into the projector can be displayed on a computer monitor. monitor cable • Video images cannot be output to an external monitor. • Setting gauges (for keystone correction, etc.) and configuration menus will not be displayed on an external monitor.
  • Page 17 Connecting to a Computer Installing the driver for Windows Screen contents will differ according to the version of Windows you are using. This explanation uses screenshots taken from Windows 98. Driver installation is not required for the Macintosh. Connect the accessory Presentation Remote Receiver to the USB port of the computer.
  • Page 18 Connecting to a Computer Click on “Next” to confirm the message which is displayed. Click on “Finish.” The installation of the driver is complete. The driver installation screen is displayed a second time. (The presentation remote control driver has two parts; the mouse driver and the keyboard driver.) Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
  • Page 19 Part Names and Functions Operate the presentation remote control by aiming it at the presentation remote receiver. When using the Freeze or A/V Mute functions, aim the presentation remote control towards the remote control infrared receiver of the projector. •...

  • Page 20: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Max 20 ft (6 m) Connecting to Video Equipment When connecting, be sure to: • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video equipment. Damage may result if you try to make a connection when the power is switched on.

  • Page 21: Playing Sound From Video Equipment

    Connecting to Video Equipment For Component Video (DVD, Video games) Component video cable (optional) To component video out port After projection starts, change the “Input Signal” setting in the “Image” menu to either “Component Video (YCbCrg)” or “Component Video (YPbPrg)” to match the signals from the video equipment. For RGB Video Computer cable (accessory)

  • Page 22: Basic Operation

    Turning on the Projector Basic Operation Turning on the Projector Turn off the power of the projector and the equipment you are connecting Connect the computer/video. “Connecting to a Computer” on page Equipment” on page Remove the lens cover. Attach the power cable to the projector.
  • Page 23 Turning on the Projector Press the [Power] button. The projector beeps and the power supply indicator begins to blink green. Wait until the power indicator lights green. It takes about 35 seconds.

  • Page 24: Turning Off The Projector

    It takes about 20 seconds. Unplug the projector from the outlet. Do not remove the plug while the power indicator is blinking, or this may damage the projector. Unplug the power cable at the projector. Replace the lens cover.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Display

    [Tele]: reduces the size The image can be enlarged in this way to 1.2 times the normal size. If you would like to enlarge the image further, move the projector further away from the screen. • The default setting is wide.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Projection Angle

    Center of lens Seen from above If it is not possible to set up the projector so that it is at right angles to the screen, it can be set up at a slight vertical angle instead. (Max 10°) Raise the front of the projector while pressing the buttons on both sides.

  • Page 27: Keystone

    Adjusting the Display Keystone When the projector is not set at right angles to the screen, the display distorts in the shape of a trapezoid. This distortion can be corrected. You can correct only vertical distortion with this function. Horizontal distortion cannot be corrected.

  • Page 28: Selecting The Input Source

    Projector The input source changes each time [Source] is pressed. The items selected using the “Input signal” command in the “Image” menu are displayed.

  • Page 29: Advanced Operation

    • Living Room Brightness is emphasized. Ideal for playing video games in bright rooms. • sRGBg Conforms to the sRGB color standard. If the connected source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and the connected source to sRGB.

  • Page 30: A/V Mute

    Functions for Enhancing Projection The color mode changes each time you press the [Color Mode] button on the remote control. Dynamic → Presentation → Theatre → Living Room → sRGB Default Value Computer input: Presentation Other input: Dynamic You can set the color mode in the “Image” configuration menu.

  • Page 31: Projecting In Widescreen (Changing Aspect Ratio)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Projecting in widescreen (changing aspect ratio) This function changes the Aspect ratiog of images from 4:3 to 16:9 when component video images (YCbCr and YPbPr) or video images (S-Video or composite video) are being projected. Images which have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.

  • Page 32: Configuration Menus

    Configuration Menus Configuration Menus Various adjustments and settings can be made within the configuration menus. Depending on your video source, some settings may not be available. Image Color Mode (Computer Images) Picture Quality Auto Setup Input Signal Reset Setting Screen Display Video Signal Volume...

  • Page 33: Menu Operation

    Configuration Menus Menu operation Press the [Menu] button The top configuration menu is displayed. Top Menu Sub Menu 1 Press the [u] or [d] buttons to select the Top Menu item.
  • Page 34 Configuration Menus Press the [e] button. Sub Menu 1 is displayed. Press the [u] or [d] buttons to select the Sub Menu 1 items, then press the [e] button. For Sub Menu 2, press the [u] or [d] buttons in the same way, then press the [e] button.
  • Page 35 Configuration Menus (c) Press the [l] or [r] buttons to select the value. Then, press the [e] button. (d) Press the [u] [d] [l] [r] buttons to move the image display position. Set other items in the same way. Press the [Esc] button to return to the previous item or menu, or select “Return.”...

  • Page 36: Function List

    Configuration Menus Function list Image menu • When no signal is being input, only the settings for “Auto Setup” and “Input Signal” can be adjusted. • The functions in the “Image” Menu will be different according to the type of signal which is being input. Computer images Video images “Input Signal”...
  • Page 37 Best for watching movies in their natural tones. Living Room: Brightness is emphasized. Ideal for playing video games in bright rooms. sRGBg: Conforms to the sRGB color standard. If the connected source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and connected source to sRGB.
  • Page 38 (Video images only) Adjusts the tint of the image. Auto Setup ON: When the input source is switched to a computer signal, the projector automatically adjusts the image to its optimal state. (Computer images only) OFF: Auto Setup is disabled.
  • Page 39 Configuration Menus Setting menu Sub menu Function Screen Keystone Corrects vertical keystone distortion in the image. The projected image changes when keystone correction is carried out. If the images become uneven in appearance after keystone correction has been carried out, decrease the sharpness setting.
  • Page 40 • When a Sleep Mode interval has been set, the projector will enter Sleep Mode when no operation has been carried out for the set time (5, 10 and 30 minutes). Projection will shut down and the projector enters a standby state after cooling down. (The power indicator lights orange).
  • Page 41 (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) (Computer images only) Sync Info Displays picture signal information. (Computer images only) In the event that you are having problems with your projector and need to contact EPSON, please quote the information displayed on this screen. Video images...
  • Page 42 Configuration Menus Reset menu Sub menu Function Lamp-Hours Reset Resets the lamp operating time. When this command is selected, the cumulative lamp operating time is reset to the default value. All Reset Resets all items in the configuration menus to their default settings. •...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    • You cannot operate the [Power] button during the cool-down period. Press the power button again after cool-down has finished. Green Projection in progress Green Warming-up Please wait. Warming up takes about 35 seconds (the EPSON logo appears after approximately 6 seconds). When warming up is complete, the indicator changes to steady green. P.22 P.22 P.22 P.22...

  • Page 44: Warning Indicator

    • If a condition occurs which is not listed in this table, please consult your dealer or see • If you follow the above steps and are still unable to correct the problem, please cease using the projector, unplug the projector from the electrical...

  • Page 45: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    • The remote control does not work • The power does not turn off (after the [Power] button is pressed) After the power has been switched off and the projector is in cool-down mode, the [Power] button will not work.

  • Page 46: No Images Appear (Messages Are Displayed 1)

    Press the [Source] button on the Control panel until the correct input source is selected. For the remote control, press the [Computer] button or the [S-Video/ Video] button. See “Selecting the Input Source” on page “Connecting to a Computer” on page P.20. “Turning on the Projector” on page "Connecting to Video Equipment"...

  • Page 47: Image Is Out Of Focus (Unclear)

    Set the projector up in the room in which it is to be used approximately one hour before use. If condensation forms on the lens, turn off the power and wait for the condensation to disappear.

  • Page 48: Vertical Stripes Appear In The Image

    “Video Signal” configuration menu. Set the computer so that the signals that are output are compatible with this projector. Refer to your computer’s documentation for further details. See “Supported Display Resolutions” on page If using an extension cable, electrical interference may affect the signals. Confirm that you are using a shielded cable.

  • Page 49: Only Part Of The Image Is Displayed (Large/Small)

    If dual display has been activated in the Display Properties of the connected computer’s Control Panel, the projector will only display 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 50: Image Colors Are Poor, Tinted Green Or Tinted Red/Purple

    When You Suspect a Problem Image colors are poor, tinted green or tinted red/purple • Are the image signal format settings correct? • Does the lamp need replacement? • Has the image contrast been adjusted correctly? ([Menu] button → “Image” → “Picture Quality” → “Contrast”) •...

  • Page 51: Image Is Dark

    “Image menu” on page “Image menu” on page The projector may be in A/V Mute mode. Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel A/V Mute. See Mute” on page “Setting menu” on page “Playing sound from a computer”...

  • Page 52: The Remote Control Does Not Work

    “Changing the battery (Remote Control, Presentation Remote Control)” on page This projector is designed so that the Power indicator remains lit even after the power has been turned off. The Power indicator will switch off when the power cable is disconnected from the electrical outlet.

  • Page 53: Where To Get Help

    Telephone Support Services To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the included EPSON PrivateLine Support card. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is...

  • Page 54: Appendix

    If the projector is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with water containing a small amount of (ph) neutral detergent, and then firmly wring the cloth dry before using it to wipe the projector case. After you have done this, wipe the projector another time with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 55 Cleaning the air filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause overheating and damage the projector. Keeping the projector horizontal, use a vacuum cleaner to clean away the dust from the air filter. • If the air filter is difficult to clean or if it is broken, it should be replaced.

  • Page 56: Replacing Consumables

    Projector Care Replacing consumables Changing the battery (Remote Control, Presentation Remote Control) Replacement battery: 1 × CR2025 lithium battery Keep batteries away from children to avoid the risk of accidents. If a child swallows the battery, contact your doctor immediately.
  • Page 57 Replacing the lamp • Wait until the lamp has cooled down sufficiently before opening the lamp cover. It takes one hour after the projector’s cool-down period has finished for the lamp to be cool enough. • When the lamp is broken, replace it with a new lamp, or contact your dealer for further advice.
  • Page 58 Resetting the lamp operating time The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time and causes the replacement warning message to be displayed when the cumulative operating time reaches a certain point. Therefore, the counter needs to be reset from the configuration menu, after the lamp has been replaced with a new one.
  • Page 59 Use the [l][r] buttons to select “Yes,” then press the [e] button. The lamp operating time will be reset. Replacing the air filter Replacing the air filter can also be performed when the projector is mounted to a ceiling. Turn off the projector power, wait for the cool-down period to end, then disconnect the power cable.

  • Page 60: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Optional Accessories You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 61: Glossary

    Cool-down happens automatically when the [Power] button is pressed on the projector or on the remote control to turn the projector off. Do not unplug the projector power cable while it is cooling down. If cool-down is interrupted, heat from...
  • Page 62 High-Definition Television. Security A device consisting of a projector case with a hole in it that a commercially-available theft-prevention lock cable can be passed through in order to secure the device to a table or pillar.

  • Page 63: Cable Format

    Cable Format Cable Format Serial connection Connector type: D-Sub 9-pin (male) Projector input port type: RS-232C Projector Projector (PC serial cable) Signal name Computer Computer Function Signal line grounding Transmitting data Receiving data Data set ready Data terminal ready...

  • Page 64: Supported Display Resolutions

    Supported Display Resolutions Supported Display Resolutions Computer Refresh Rateg Resolution Signal (Hz) (dots) 640 × 480 VGAg 640 × 350 VGAEGA 640 × 480 VESA 72 / 75 / 85, iMac* 800 × 600 SVGAg 56 / 60 / 72 / 75 / 85, iMac* 1024 ×...

  • Page 65: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Product name EPSON PowerLite S1 LCD Projector 14.6 (W) × 4.2 (H) × 10.4 (D) inches (370 × 106 × 265 mm) Dimensions (not including projector’s feet) Panel Size 0.5 inches Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix 480,000 (800 (W) × 600 (H) dots) × 3...

  • Page 66: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Please read the following important information about your projector. • Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is switched on as the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on.
  • Page 67 Do not bring your face close to the projector while it is in use, in order to prevent the gases that are released when the lamp breaks from being inhaled or coming into contact with the eyes or mouth.

  • Page 68: Fcc Compliance Statement

    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 Long Beach, CA 90806...

  • Page 69: Warranty

    When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part, the item replaced becomes EPSON property. The exchanged product or part may be new or previously repaired to the EPSON standard of quality. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty.

  • Page 70: Index

    Ceiling mount holes ... 9 Changing the battery ... 56 Cleaning the air filter ... 55 Cleaning the lens ... 54 Cleaning the projector case ... 54 Color Mode ... 37 Color Temperature ... 38 Component Video ... 21 Composite Video ... 20 Computer cable ...
  • Page 71 Image menu ... 32, 36 Indicators ... 7, 43, 45 Info menu ... 41 Input Signal ... 38, 41 Installation ... 12 Joystick ... 19 Keystone ... 27, 39 Lamp cover ... 9 Lamp Hours ... 41 Lamp replacement period ... 56 Lamp-Hours Reset ...
  • Page 72 Technical support ... 53 Tint ... 38 Top Menu ... 33 Tracking ... 37 Translucent screen ... 13 Turning off the Projector ... 24 Turning on the Projector ... 22 Ventilation outlet ... 6 Video ... 41 Video port ... 8 Video Signal displaying ...

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