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Epson PowerLite S3 User Manual

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

  • Page 2: Notations Used In This Guide

    Indicates the name of the buttons on the control panel or the remote control. [ (Name) ] Example: [Esc] button Indicates configuration menu items. “ (Menu Name) ” Example: “Image”- “Brightness” The terms “this unit” and “this projector” may also refer to the accessories supplied with the projector and other optional products.

  • Page 3: Copyright Notice

    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.) failure to strictly...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Reading the Indicators... 45 When the Indicators Provide No Help ... 48 Where to Get Help... 56 Appendices Installation... 58 Setting Up the Projector ... 58 Maintenance ... 59 Cleaning ... 59 Replacing Consumables ... 60 Saving a User's Logo ... 66 Checking Projected Images on an External Monitor (Monitor Output)...
  • Page 5 List of ESC/VP21 Commands ...72 Command List... 72 Cable Layouts ... 72 List of Supported Monitor Displays...73 Specifications ...74 Appearance ...75 Important Safety Instructions...76 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty ...78 Index...80 FCC Compliance Statement...82 Declaration of Conformity...82 Remote Control ... 83...

  • Page 6: Projector Features

    The direct power on function means you can turn the projector on simply by plugging the power cable into the electrical outlet. Also, with the instant-off function you can finish quickly by unplugging the power cable immediately after use.
  • Page 7 Operation lock stops the use of all control panel buttons except for the Power button This can prevent your settings being changed by accident or on purpose. This option is useful when the projector is used at schools or public events. sp.31 sp.18...

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    • Front adjustable foot (See the Quick Setup sheet) Extend and retract to adjust the projection angle when the projector is placed on a surface such as a shelf. • Foot adjust lever (See the Quick Setup sheet) Push up on the foot lever to extend and retract the front foot.

  • Page 9: Control Panel

    • [Menu] button sp.34 Displays and closes the configuration menu. • [Power] button (See the Quick Setup sheet) Turns the projector power on or off. • Indicator states sp.45 The color of the indicators and whether they are flashing or lit shows the state of this projector.

  • Page 10: Rear

    • USB port sp.25, p.72 Connects the projector to a computer via the USBg cable when using the wireless mouse function. Computer images cannot be projected by using the USB cable to connect the computer.

  • Page 11: Base

    Base • Foot adjust lever (See the Quick Setup sheet) • Ceiling mount holes (3 points) sp.58, Attach the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. • Front adjustable foot • Lens cover string attachment ring Remove this when suspending the projector from a ceiling.

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control If you position the over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear. • [Page down] [Page up] buttons sp.26 • [E-Zoom] button ( ) ( ) sp.24 • [Enter] button sp.26, p.34 •...

  • Page 13: Adjusting And Changing The Image

    Adjusting and changing the image This section explains how to adjust image quality, volume, and the color mode. It also explains how to change the image source and adjust the projection position.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Image Quality

    If “Auto Setup” in the “Signal” menu is set to “OFF,” automatic setup is not carried out. In this case, press the [Auto] button on the remote control or the [Enter] button on the projector’s control panel to make the adjustment while computer or RGB video images are being projected.
  • Page 15 Adjusting the Image Quality Adjust the tracking until the vertical stripes disappear from the image. Remote control The tracking value increases or decreases each time a button is pressed. Press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration menu. The image will flash during continuous tracking adjustment.

  • Page 16: Selecting The Projection Type (Color Mode)

    Adjusting the Image Quality Adjust the synchronization until the horizontal noise disappears from the image. Remote control The sync value increases or decreases each time a button is pressed. Press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration menu. • Adjust the trackingg before adjusting the sync for best results.
  • Page 17 Adjusting the Image Quality PROCEDURE Remote control Each time you press the button, the color modes change in the following order. The current setting appears in the top-right corner of the screen each time the color mode is changed. While the color mode name is displayed on the screen, it does not change to the next color mode setting unless you press the button.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Projection Position (Image Shift)

    Adjusting the Projection Position (Image Shift) When you cannot setup the projector directly in front of the screen, the projection position can be moved without moving the projector. PROCEDURE Using the buttons on the projector, perform zoom adjustment or keystone correction.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume The volume of the projector’s built-in speaker can be adjusted as follows. PROCEDURE Remote control When the [ ] button is pressed, the volume increases. When the [ ] button is pressed, the volume decreases. The volume gauge appears on the screen while the volume is being adjusted.

  • Page 20: Changing The Projected Image (Source Search)

    Changing the Projected Image (Source Search) Automatically Detect Incoming Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search) The picture signal input from the connected equipment is automatically detected and projected. Computer S-Video Skip PROCEDURE Perform the Source Search. Remote control The screen being searched for is displayed, and then the image is projected.

  • Page 21: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions This section explains useful functions for giving presentations and other projection, and also explains the security functions.

  • Page 22: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Pausing the Image and Sound (A/V Mute) For example, this can be used if you want to pause the projection for a moment and focus the audience’s attention on what you are saying. Or if you are making a computer presentation and you do not want to show details, such as selecting different files.

  • Page 23: Changing The Aspect Ratio (Resizing)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Changing the Aspect Ratio (Resizing) This function changes the aspect ratiog of images from 4:3 to 16:9 when component videog, S-Videog, or composite videog projected. Images which have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.

  • Page 24: Enlarging Part Of The Image (E-Zoom)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Move the pointer icon. Remote control You can use the "Pointer Shape" command in the "Settings" menu to change the shape of the pointer to one of three different shapes. sp.37 Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) This is useful when you want to see images in greater detail, such as graphs and details in a table.

  • Page 25: Using The Remote Control To Operate The Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)

    If the USB terminal of a computer and the USB terminal on the back of this projector are connected by a commercially available USB A-B cable, you can use the projector’s remote control like a wireless mouse to control the computer’s mouse pointer.
  • Page 26 Functions for Enhancing Projection • The USB cable can only be connected to computers with a standard USB interface. If using a computer which is running Windows, the computer must have had a full version of Windows 98/2000/Me/XP Home Edition/XP Professional installed. If the computer is running a version of Windows 98/2000/Me/XP Home Edition/XP Professional that has been upgraded from an earlier version of Windows, correct operation cannot...
  • Page 27 Functions for Enhancing Projection • If the mouse button settings are set to reverse on the computer, the operation of the remote control buttons will also be reversed. • The wireless mouse function cannot be used while the following functions are being used. ·...

  • Page 28: Security Functions

    When Password Protect is Enabled When "Power ON Protect" is enabled (ON) When the power is turned on for the first time after the projector's power cable is connected to an electrical outlet, or when Direct Power On is carried out, the following password entry screen will be displayed.
  • Page 29 If “Password Timer” is set to “OFF,” the password entry screen will be displayed each time the power plug is disconnected and reinserted from the electrical outlet. If the projector power is on when it is in standby mode, the password entry screen will not be displayed.
  • Page 30 Security functions Turn “Password Timer” on. If you don't use this setting, proceed to step 4. (1) Select “Password Timer,” and then press the [Enter] button. (2) Select “ON,” and then press the [Enter] button. (3) Press the [Esc] button. (4) Select “Timer”...

  • Page 31: Operation Button Lock Function

    Security functions Operation Button Lock Function This function locks the buttons on the projector's control panel. This function is useful at times such as during show events so that only projection is carried out deactivating all buttons operation, or in places such as schools to limit the range of buttons that can be operated.
  • Page 32 “Yes.” The control panel buttons will be locked in accordance with the selected setting. There are two methods to cancel the projector’s control panel lock. • Using remote control, change the “Settings” - “Operation Lock” in the configuration menu to “OFF.”...

  • Page 33: Configuration Menu

    Configuration Menu This section explains how to use the configuration menu and its functions.

  • Page 34: Using The Configuration Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Selecting from the top menu Top menu guide Selecting from Changing the the sub menu selected item Sub menu (Settings) Buttons used Control panel Remote control Select the setting to change.

  • Page 35: List Of Functions

    List of Functions “Image” Menu The items that can be set will vary depending on the input source that is currently being projected. Setting details are saved separately for each source. Computer/RGB video Sub-menu Color Mode Select the type of image to suit your surroundings. Brightness Adjusts the image brightness.

  • Page 36: Signal" Menu

    If set to “Auto” the input signal is set automatically in accordance with the connected equipment. If the colours do not appear correctly when you select “Auto,” select the appropriate signal for the connected equipment manually. Video Signal (Only appears when composite video/S-Video signals are being projector.) Sets the video signal format.

  • Page 37: Settings" Menu

    Wide: Larger Tele: Smaller Image Shift Adjusts the projection position. Operation When set to “ON,” the operation of all buttons on the projector's control panel except for the [Power] button will be disabled. Lock Pointer The shape of the pointer can be selected.

  • Page 38: Extended" Menu

    “Blue,” or “Logo.” Startup Screen: The startup screen (the image projected when starting the projector) is displayed when starting (ON)/ or not displayed when starting (OFF). The setting is enabled after turning the power supply off and then back on.
  • Page 39 Link 21L Sets whether the EMP Link 21L utility software is being used or not. To enable the EMP Link 21L, turn the projector's power off and wait until the cool down period has finished. Language Sets the language for message displays.

  • Page 40: Info" Menu

    (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-video.) Sync. Info Information from this menu may be required when you ask for service from your dealer or from Epson. (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-video.) Composite...

  • Page 41: Reset" Menu

    List of Functions “Reset” Menu Sub-menu Reset All Resets all items in all menus to their default settings. •The “Computer Input,” “Zoom,” “Image Shift,” “User’s Logo,” “Lamp Hours,” and “Language” settings will not be reset to their defaults. Lamp-Hours Clear the cumulative lamp operating time and reset to “0H.” Perform this procedure when you replace the lamp. Reset Function...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.

  • Page 43: Using The Help

    Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a question and answer format. PROCEDURE Display the Help menu.
  • Page 44 Using the Help Repeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. Press the [Help] button to exit the help menu. If the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem, refer to “Problem Solving”...

  • Page 45: Problem Solving

    Problem Solving If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector’s indicators and refer to “Reading the Indicators” below. If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, refer to “When the Indicators Provide No Help.”...
  • Page 46 The lamp will turn off automatically and projection will stop. Wait for about 5 minutes. After about 5 minutes the projector will switch to standby mode, so check the following: •Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the projector is not positioned against a wall.
  • Page 47 • If the projector is not operating properly even though the indicators are all showing normal, refer to “When the Indicators Provide No Help” on the following page. • If an indicator is showing a status which does not appear in the previous tables, contact your dealer or Epson. Remedy or Status Replace the lamp with a new one.

  • Page 48: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    (Computer monitors and LCD screens have different color reproduction performance, so that the colors projected by the projector and the colors appearing on the monitor may not necessarily match, but this is not a sign of a problem.) Images appear dark sp.53...

  • Page 49: Problems Relating To Images

    S-Videog source is connected to the projector, use the “Video Signal” menu command to select the signal format. “Signal” - “Video Signal” When the “Sleep Mode” menu command has been set to “ON,” the lamp turns off automatically if no buttons are pressed for about 30 minutes while no video signal is being input.

  • Page 50: The Message "Not Supported." Is Displayed

    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 the power for the projector and the computer off and then back on again.

  • Page 51: Images Are Fuzzy Or Out Of Focus

    Are the cables connected correctly? Is an extension cable being used? Has the correct resolution been selected? Set the computer so that the signals that are output are compatible with this projector. Only when projecting computer images Have the “Sync.g” and “Trackingg”...
  • Page 52 Only when projecting computer images Has the correct resolution been selected? Set the computer so that the signals that are output are compatible with this projector. Only when projecting computer images Press the [Resize] button on the remote control.

  • Page 53: Image Colors Are Not Right

    Computer port being projected? If a composite videog S-Videog source is connected to the projector, use the “Video Signal” menu command to select the video signal format. “Signal” - “Video Signal” sp.36 Use the “Brightness” menu command to adjust the brightness. “Image” - “Brightness”...

  • Page 54: Problems When Projection Starts

    There is probably a poor contact in the power cable, or the power cable may be defective. Reinsert the power cable. If this does not solve the problem, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet and contact Epson.

  • Page 55: The Remote Control Does Not Work

    The operating range for the remote control is approximately 20 ft (6 m). 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 are inserted in the correct direction.

  • Page 56: 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 available...

  • Page 57: Appendices

    Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector.

  • Page 58: Installation

    • Before setting up the projector, make sure you read the Important Safety Instructions first. • Do not set this projector up on its side to carry out projection, otherwise malfunctions may occur. • Front projection (Front projection) •...

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Make sure you read the Safety Instructions before cleaning.

  • Page 60: Replacing Consumables

    Maintenance Replacing Consumables This section explains how to replace the remote control batteries, the lamp, and the air filters. Replacing the batteries If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that the batteries are becoming flat.

  • Page 61: Replacing The Lamp

    • If you are replacing the lamp because it has stopped working, it is possible that the lamp is broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed on a ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and be extremely careful when removing the lamp cover.
  • Page 62 Maintenance PROCEDURE After you turn off the projector’s power, and the confirmation buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable. Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the lamp cover from the base of the projector. Loosen the lamp cover screw with the screwdriver that is supplied with the spare lamp (or your own cross head [Phillips] screwdriver).
  • Page 63 Insert the new lamp so that it fits in place correctly. Once it is fully inserted, tighten the two screws. Install the lamp cover. Slide the lamp cover onto the projector and tighten the cover screw. • Install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the lamp turns off automatically as a safety precaution.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Operating Time The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time. When the cumulative operating time reaches a certain point, it causes the replacement warning message to be displayed. Therefore, the counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one.
  • Page 65 If the air filters are broken or if the warning message reappears after they have been cleaned, they should be replaced. The air filter can be replaced even if the projector is installed on a ceiling. PROCEDURE Turn off the projector’s power. When the confirmation buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable.

  • Page 66: Saving A User's Logo

    Saving a User's Logo You can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo. When a user's logo is recorded, the previous user’s logo will be erased. PROCEDURE Project the image you would like to use as the user’s logo, and then display the configuration menu.
  • Page 67 The image to be recorded and a selection marquee box will be displayed.

  • Page 68: Checking Projected Images On An External Monitor (Monitor Output)

    While performing presentations and so on, you can check analog RGB images and RGB video images from a computer being input to the "Computer/ Component Video" terminal by connecting an external monitor to this projector. Monitor port Cable provided with monitor •...

  • Page 69: Optional Accessories And Consumables

    800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) or browse our catalog of products at www.epson.com, select the product you are interested in, and click “Where to Buy.” To purchase online, please visit the Epson Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call 800-463-7766 for a reseller referral.This list of optional accessories is current as of January 2005.

  • Page 70: Glossary

    A device consisting of a projector case with a hole in it that a commercially-available theft-prevention cable can be passed through in order to secure the device to a table or pillar. This projector is compatible with the Microsaver Security System manufactured by Kensington.
  • Page 71 In this mode, wide-screen images in 16:9 mode are compressed in the horizontal direction so that they are stored on the recording medium as 4:3 images. When these images are played back by the projector in squeeze mode, they are restored to their original 16:9 format. sRGB An international standard for colour intervals that was formulated so that colours which are reproduced by video equipment can be handled easily by computer operating systems (OS) and the Internet.

  • Page 72: List Of Esc/Vp21 Commands

    List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power on command is sent to the projector, the power will turn on and the projector will change to warm-up mode. When the power has turned on, a colon ":" (3Ah) will be returned.

  • Page 73: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer/RGB Video Signal Refresh rateg (Hz) VGAEGA VESA 60/72/75/85,iMac* SVGA 56/60/72/75/85,iMac* 60/70/75/85,iMac* SXGA 70/75/85 SXGA 60/75/85 SXGA 60/75/85 MAC13" MAC16" MAC19" MAC19" MAC21" SDTV (625i) SDTV(525i) SDTV(525p) HDTV (750p) HDTV(1125i) *1:Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA output port.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    The USB connector is not guaranteed to operate correctly with all USB- compatible devices. Angle of tilt 0°- ±30° 0°- ±30° If you set the projector higher than 30º, it could damage the projector and cause an accident. Safety UL60950 Third Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.60950...

  • Page 75: Appearance

    Appearance 3-M4×9 Center of lens 50.1* 83.7 104.7 69.7 *Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm...

  • Page 76: Important Safety Instructions

    • Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat. • Use attachments only as recommended. • Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you are not sure of the power available, consult your dealer or local electricity company.
  • Page 77 If the inside of the projector has not been cleaned for a long time, dust may build up and cause fire or electric shocks. Contact your dealer or Authorized Epson Service Center to clean inside the projector at least once a year. A charge will be levied for this service.

  • Page 78: Epson America, Inc. Limited 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 refurbished to the EPSON standard of quality, and at EPSON’s option, the replacement may be another model of like kind and quality.
  • Page 79 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. To locate the Authorized EPSON Servicer nearest you, call the EPSON Connection at (800) 637-7661 + PIN or (562) 276-4394 in the U.S. and (905) 709-3839 in Canada or write to: Epson America, Inc., P.O.

  • Page 80: Index

    Air intake vent ... 11 DirectPower ON...39 Angle of tilt... 74 Display ...38 Aspect ratio... 23 Audio input ... 10 Auto Setup ... 14 EPSON accessories...56 PrivateLine Support ...56 technical support ...56 Background Color ... 38 ESC/VP21 ...72 Blackboard... 16 "Extended"...
  • Page 81 Index Power ON Protect... 28 Setting Up the Projector ...58 Presentation ... 16 Sharpness...35 Presenters Online... 56 Sleep Mode...39 PrivateLine Support... 56 Source...40 Problem Solving ... 45 Source Search... 9 Progressive ... 36 Speaker...10 Projection... 38 Specifications ...74 Sports...16 Squeeze mode...23 Startup Screen ...38...

  • Page 82: 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 83: Remote Control

    (See the Quick Setup sheet) Outputs remote control signals. • [Power] button (See the Quick Setup sheet) Turns the projector power on and off. • [ ] buttons sp.26, p.34 When a configuration menu or help menu is displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.

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