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Epson Dreamio EH-TW450 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Notations Used In This Guide

    Notations Used in This Guide • Safety indications The documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projector safely. The indications and their meaning are as follows. Make sure you understand them properly before reading the guide. Warning This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Connecting and Removing USB Devices....... 23 Notations Used in This Guide......2 Connecting USB devices.
  • Page 4 Contents Other problems..........49 Component video.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction This chapter explains the part names and connection with video equipment.

  • Page 6: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Name Function Front/Top A/V mute slide knob Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute slide. Close when not using the projector to protect the lens. A/V mute slide By closing during projection you can hide the image and the sound (A/V Mute).s p.16 Pull the Foot adjust lever to extend and retract the Front...

  • Page 7: Rear

    Part Names and Functions Name Function Rear USB indicator The following explains the status of USB devices connected to USB(TypeA) port. OFF: USB device is not connected Orange Light ON: USB device is connected Green Light ON: USB device is operating Red Light ON: Error USB(TypeA) port Connects a USB storage device or a digital camera, and...

  • Page 8: Base

    Part Names and Functions Name Function Base Security cable Pass a commercially available wire lock through here installation point and lock it in place. s p.22 Control Panel Name Function Turns the projector power on or off.s Quick Start Guide [t] button The color of the indicators and whether they are flashing Status indicators...

  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Name Function Remote Control [Enter] button If pressed during projection of computer signal images, it automatically adjusts the Tracking, Sync., and Position to project the optimum image. When a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and moves to the next level.
  • Page 10 Part Names and Functions Name Function Name Function [t] button Turns the projector power On or Off.s Quick Start [User] button Press to assign a frequently used item from the four Guide available Configuration Menu items. By pressing the button the assigned menu item selection/adjustment Changes to images from the Computer input port.

  • Page 11: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Part Names and Functions Connecting to Video Equipment Attention • Power off the equipment before connecting. Connecting while it is powered Port names may vary depending on the equipment being connected. on may cause malfunctions to occur. • When connecting, check the cable's connector shape with the shape of the Video equipment (VHS VCR, DVD player, game console, etc.) Computer port.

  • Page 12: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions This chapter explains useful tips for projection, and the Security functions.

  • Page 13: Changing The Projected Image

    Changing the Projected Image You can change the projected image in the following two ways. Procedure • Changing by Source Search The projector automatically detects signals being input from connected When your video equipment is connected, start playback before equipment, and the image being input from the equipment is projected. beginning this operation.

  • Page 14: Switch To The Target Image By Remote Control

    Changing the Projected Image Switch to the target image by Remote Control You can change directly to the target image by pressing the following buttons on the Remote Control. Remote Control Changes to images from the Computer input port. Each time the button is pressed, the image cycles through Video, S-Video, and HDMI input ports.

  • Page 15: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color The color mode can also be set using Color Mode in the Image menu from the Configuration Menu.s p.31 Mode) You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the setting that best corresponds to your surroundings when projecting.

  • Page 16: Setting The Auto Iris

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Setting the Auto Iris By automatically setting the luminance according to the brightness of the displayed image, it lets you enjoy deep and rich images. Procedure Procedure Press the [Menu] button and select Image - Auto Iris from the Configuration Menu.

  • Page 17: Freezing The Image (Freeze)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Freezing the Image (Freeze) Changing the Aspect Ratio When Freeze is activated on moving images, the frozen image continues Change the Aspect Ratio when video equipment is connected so that to project on the screen, so you can project a moving image one frame images that have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be at a time like a still photo.

  • Page 18: Changing The Aspect For Video Equipment Images

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Changing the Aspect for video equipment images Each time the button is pressed, it changes in the order Normal or Auto, 16:9, Full, Zoom, and Native. Normal or Auto 16:9 Full Zoom Native...

  • Page 19: Changing The Aspect For Computer Images

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Changing the aspect for computer images You can change the Aspect as follows. This projector offers WXGA 1280x800 resolution (Aspect Ratio 16:10). When projecting onto 16:9 screens, set the Aspect to 16:9. Set Values Operation Projection example Projects to the full projection size retaining the Aspect of When a 1024x768 signal is input Normal...
  • Page 20 Functions for Enhancing Projection Set Values Operation Projection example Zoom Projects the input image at the lateral direction aspect size When a 1024x768 signal is input as it is. Parts that extend beyond the projection size are not projected. Native Projects at the resolution of the input image size to the When an 800x600 signal is input When an 1400x1050 signal is input...

  • Page 21: Security Functions

    Security Functions The projector has the following enhanced security functions. Procedure • Control Panel Lock You can prevent people changing the settings on the projector without During projection, press the [Menu] button and select permission. p.21 Settings - Control Panel Lock from the Configuration Menu. "Using the Configuration Menu"...

  • Page 22: Anti-Theft Lock

    Security Functions Anti-Theft Lock You can release the Control panel lock by one of the following two methods. As the projector is often setup on ceiling mounts and left in rooms • From the Remote Control, select Off in Settings - Control Panel unattended, the projector includes the following security devices to Lock from the Configuration Menu.

  • Page 23: Projecting Jpeg Images In A Slideshow

    Projecting JPEG Images in a Slideshow In Slideshow, you can connect a USB storage device or a digital camera Example: Connecting a digital camera to the projector, and directly project the image files saved on the device. It may not be possible to use USB storage devices with security functions.

  • Page 24: Removing Usb Devices

    Projecting JPEG Images in a Slideshow Removing USB devices • You can insert a memory card into a USB card reader and connect it to the projector. However, it may not be possible to After finishing projecting, remove the USB device from the projector's use some commercially available USB card readers with the USB(TypeA) port.

  • Page 25: Rotating Images

    Projecting JPEG Images in a Slideshow Press the [Enter] button. The selected image is displayed. If a folder was selected, the files in the folder are displayed. On the screen showing the contents of the folder, if you select Back to Top and press the [Enter] button, the screen prior to opening the folder is displayed again.

  • Page 26: Projecting Image Files

    Projecting JPEG Images in a Slideshow Although the following steps are explained based on the Remote Control, you can perform the same operations from the projector's Control panel. Projecting an image Procedure Start a Slideshow. p.24 The file list screen appears. Press the [ ] buttons to set the cursor on the image file you want to project.

  • Page 27: Sequentially Projecting All Image Files In A Folder (Slideshow)

    Projecting JPEG Images in a Slideshow Procedure Start a Slideshow. p.24 The file list screen appears. Press the [ ] buttons to set the cursor to the folder for which you want to run the Slideshow, then press the [Enter] button. Select "Slideshow"...

  • Page 28: Image File Display Setting And Slideshow Operation Setting

    Projecting JPEG Images in a Slideshow Sets whether or not to repeat the Slideshow. Continuous Image File Display Setting and Slideshow Play Operation Setting Screen switch- Sets the display time for each file in a Slideshow playback. ing time Set to any value from No(0) to 60 seconds. When set to You can set the display order of the files and the operation of the No, automatic paging is disabled.

  • Page 29: Configuration Menu

    Configuration Menu This chapter explains how to use the Configuration Menu and its functions.

  • Page 30: Using The Configuration Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Selecting from the top menu Selecting from the sub menu Changing the selected item Exit...

  • Page 31: List Of Functions

    List of Functions Image Menu Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal and Source currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Setting details are saved for each image signal. Analog RGB/Digital RGB/USB Component Video /Composite video /S-Video Sub Menu...

  • Page 32: Signal Menu

    List of Functions Signal Menu Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Setting details are saved for each image signal. Analog RGB Digital RGB/RGB Video/ Component Video Composite video /S-Video Component Video...

  • Page 33: Settings Menu

    List of Functions Sub Menu Function Input Signal You can select input signal from Computer input port. If set to Auto the input signal is set automatically according to the connected equipment. If colors do not appear correctly when set to Auto, select the appropriate signal according to the connected equipment. Video Signal You can select input signal from Video input port.
  • Page 34 List of Functions Sub Menu Function Volume You can adjust the Volume. Setting details are saved for each source. You can select the item assigned from the Configuration Menu with the Remote Control's [User] button. By pressing the [User] button the User Button assigned menu item selection/adjustment screen is displayed, allowing you to make one-touch settings/adjustments.

  • Page 35: Extended Menu

    List of Functions Extended Menu Sub Menu Function You can make settings related to the projector's display. Display Messages: When set to Off, the following items will not be displayed. The name of the current selection when changing the Source, Color Mode or Aspect;...
  • Page 36 List of Functions Sub Menu Function Operation Direct Power On: You can set whether or not (On/Off) to enable Direct Power On. When it is set to On and the power cable is plugged in, be aware that the projector turns on automatically in case such as a power outage is restored.

  • Page 37: Info Menu (Display Only)

    List of Functions Info Menu (Display Only) Lets you check the status of the image signals being projected and the status of the projector. Items that can be displayed vary depending on the image signal and Source currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Analog RGB/Digital RGB/ Composite video /S-Video...

  • Page 38: Reset Menu

    List of Functions Reset Menu Sub Menu Function Reset All You can reset all items in the Configuration Menu to their default settings. The following items are not reset to their defaults: Input Signal, User's Logo, Lamp Hours, and Language. You can clear the cumulative Lamp Hours use time, and return it to "0H".

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 40: Using The Help

    Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to Confirm the selection. assist you by pressing the [Help] button. You can solve problems by Using the Remote Control Using the Control panel answering the questions. Procedure Press the [Help] button.

  • Page 41: 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". p.44 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following three indicators that indicate the operating status of the projector.

  • Page 42: Indicator Is Lit Or Flashing Red

    Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Support and Service Guide.s Epson Projector Contact List Fan Error Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Support and Service Guide.s...

  • Page 43: M O Indicator Is Lit Or Flashing Orange

    • If the error is not indicated in this table, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Support and Service Guide.s Epson Projector Contact List...

  • Page 44: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    Problem Solving Other problems When the Indicators Provide No Help • "No sound can be heard or the sound is faint" p.49 If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer • "The Remote Control does not work" p.49 a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem.

  • Page 45: Problems Relating To Images

    Problem Solving Problems relating to images No images appear Check Remedy Did you press the [t] button? Press the [t] button to turn the power on. Are the indicators switched off? The power cable is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied normally. Connect the projector's power cable correctly.s Quick Start Guide Check that your electrical outlet or power source is functioning correctly.
  • Page 46 Problem Solving The message "Not Supported." is displayed. Check Remedy Is the image signal format setting correct? Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. s Signal Menu - Video Signal p.32 Only when projecting images from a video source Do the image signal Resolution and the Refresh Rate correspond Refer to the computer's documentation for how to change the image signal Resolution and the Refresh Rate output to the mode?
  • Page 47 Problem Solving Check Remedy Has condensation formed on the lens? If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a warm environment, or if sudden ambient temperature changes occur, condensation may form on the surface of the lens, and this may cause the images to appear fuzzy.
  • Page 48 Problem Solving Check Remedy Is the computer set for dual display? If dual display is activated in the "Display Properties" of the computer's Control Panel, only about half of the image on the computer screen is projected. To display the entire image on the computer screen, turn off the dual display Only when projecting computer images setting.

  • Page 49: Problems When Projection Starts

    Support and Service Guide.s Epson Projector Contact List Is the Control Panel Lock set to Full Lock? Press the [t] button on the Remote Control.
  • Page 50 Problem Solving Check Remedy Is the remote control too far from the projector? The operating range for the remote control is about 6 m.s Quick Start Guide Is direct sunlight or strong light from fluorescent lamps shining Set the projector up in a location where strong light does not shine onto the Remote Receiver. onto the Remote Receiver? Are the batteries dead or have the batteries been inserted correctly? Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly or replace the batteries with new ones if necessary.s p.55...

  • Page 51: Appendix

    Appendix This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector for a long time to come.

  • Page 52: Installation Methods

    Installation Methods • Suspend the projector from the • Suspend the projector from the The projector supports the following four different projection methods. Install according to the conditions of the installation location. ceiling and project images from ceiling and project images from in front of the screen.

  • Page 53: Cleaning

    Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of Cleaning the Lens projected images starts to deteriorate. Use a commercially available cloth for cleaning glasses to gently wipe Attention the lens. Turn off the projector's power before cleaning. Warning Do not use sprays that contain flammable gas to remove dust and lint from Cleaning the Projector's Surface...

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Air Filter

    Cleaning Cleaning the Air Filter Clean the air filter and the Air intake vent when the following message is displayed. "The projector is overheating. Make sure nothing is blocking the air vent, and clean or replace the air filter." Attention •...

  • Page 55: Replacing Consumables

    Replacing Consumables This section explains how to replace the Remote Control batteries, the Replace the old batteries with new batteries. Lamp, and the air filter. Replacing the Remote Control 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 56: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing Consumables Replacing the Lamp Attention • The lamp replacement message is set to appear after the following time periods in order to maintain the initial brightness and quality of the Lamp replacement period projected images. p.33 When Power Consumption is set to Normal: About 3900 hours It is time to replace the Lamp when: When Power Consumption is set to ECO: About 4900 hours •...
  • Page 57 Replacing Consumables Caution Wait until the Lamp has cooled down sufficiently before removing the Lamp cover. If the lamp is still hot, burns or other injuries may result. It takes about one hour after the power has been turned off for the Lamp to be cool enough.
  • Page 58 If the Lamp is cracked, replace it with a new lamp, or contact Insert the new Lamp along the guide rail in the correct direction your local dealer for further advice. Epson Projector Contact so that it fits in place securely, and tighten the two screws. List...

  • Page 59: Resetting The Lamp Hours

    Replacing Consumables Replace the Lamp cover. Replacing the Air Filter Air filter replacement period It is time to replace the air filter when: • There is a tear in the air filter. • The message is displayed even though the air filter has been cleaned. How to replace the air filter The air filter can be replaced even when the projector is suspended Attention...
  • Page 60 Replacing Consumables Remove the air filter. Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local Grip the air filter cover tab and pull it straight out. regulations. Material of the frame part: ABS Material of the filter part: Polyurethane foam Install the new air filter.

  • Page 61: Optional Accessories And Consumables

    Contact your dealer or the nearest address provided in the Support and Service Guide if you want to use this installation method. 100" screen ELPSC10 Epson Projector Contact List Portable roll-type screens (Aspect Ratio 4:3) 70" portable screen ELPSC23 80"...

  • Page 62: Saving A User's Logo

    Saving a User's Logo You can save the image that is currently being projected as a User's Logo. • If User's Logo is selected when Keystone, Aspect, or Progressive are being performed, the function currently being performed is Once a User's Logo has been saved, the logo cannot be returned cancelled.
  • Page 63 Saving a User's Logo When the message Save this image as the User's Logo? is displayed, select Yes. The image is saved. After the image has been saved, the message Completed.is displayed. • When a User's Logo is saved, the previous User's Logo is erased. •...

  • Page 64: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Screen Size and Projection Distance Units: cm 16:9 Screen size Minimum (Wide) to Maximum (Tele) 40" 89x50 114 - 137 50" 110x62 143 - 172 60" 130x75 172 - 208 80" 180x100 231 - 278 Projection distance 100" 220x120 289 - 348 Distance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen 120"...
  • Page 65 Screen Size and Projection Distance Units: cm 16:10 Screen size Minimum (Wide) to Maximum (Tele) 40" 86x54 111 - 134 50" 110x67 139 - 168 60" 130x81 168 - 202 80" 170x110 225 - 270 100" 220x130 281 - 338 120"...

  • Page 66: (Esc/Vp21 Commands)

    Procedure S-Video SOURCE 42 Install the USB communication driver (EPSON USB-COM SOURCE 52 Driver) to your computer. For information about the EPSON A/V Mute On/Off MUTE ON USB-COM Driver, contact your local dealer or the nearest MUTE OFF address provided in the Support and Service Guide.

  • Page 67: Supported Monitor Displays

    Supported Monitor Displays Supported Monitor Displays Computer signals (analog RGB) Units: dots Aspect Mode Refresh Rate Signal Resolution (Hz) Normal 16:9 Full Zoom Native VGAEGA 640x350 1280x700 1280x720 1280x800 1280x700 640x350 60/72/75/85/iMac 640x480/640x360 1066x800 1280x720 1280x800 1280x800 640x480 SVGA 56/60/72/75/85/iMac 800x600/800x450 1066x800 1280x720...

  • Page 68: Component Video

    Supported Monitor Displays Aspect Mode Refresh Rate Signal Resolution (Hz) Normal 16:9 Full Zoom Native MAC21” 1152x870 1059x800 1280x720 1280x800 1280x800 1152x800 *1 Connection is disabled if the equipment does not have a VGA output port. *2 Letterbox signal *3 Only compatible when Wide is selected as the Resolution from the Configuration Menu. Even when signals other than those mentioned above are input, it is likely that the image can be projected.

  • Page 69: Input Signal From The Hdmi Input Port

    Supported Monitor Displays Input signal from the HDMI input port Units: dots Aspect Mode Refresh Rate Signal Resolution (Hz) 16:9 Full Zoom Native 640x480/640x360 1280x720 1280x800 1280x800 640x480 SVGA 800x600 1280x720 1280x800 1280x800 800x600 1024x768 1280x720 1280x800 1280x800 1024x768 WXGA 1280x800 1280x720 1280x800...

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications Projector General Specifications EH-TW450 Product name Dimensions 295 (W) ^ 77 (H) ^ 228 (D) mm 0.59" Wide Panel size Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix 1,024,000 pixels Resolution WXGA (1280 (W) ^ 800 (H) dots) ^ 3 Manual Focus adjustment Manual (1 to 1.2)
  • Page 71 Specifications EH-TW450 Product name Connectors Computer Mini D-Sub15-pin (female) blue Input Port Video input RCA pin jack port S-Video Mini DIN 4-pin input port Audio Port RCA pin jack x 2 (L, R) HDMI port HDMI (Audio is only supported by PCM)
  • Page 72 CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against Epson America, Inc. harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment Located at:...

  • Page 73: Appearance

    Appearance Center of lens Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm...

  • Page 74: Glossary

    Glossary This section explains easily terms that are used with the projector and difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially available publications. The ratio between an image's length and its height. HDTV images have an aspect ratio of 16:9 and appear elongated. The aspect ratio for Aspect Ratio standard images is 4:3.
  • Page 75 Glossary A Video signal which has the luminance component and color component separated to provide better image quality. S-Video Refers to images that consist of two independent signals: Y (luminance signal) and C (color signal). A type of video signal with a resolution of 1,280 (horizontal) ^ 1,024 (vertical) dots that is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. SXGA Sync.

  • Page 76: General Notes

    Seiko Windows Vista and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the companies. information contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting IBM, DOS/V, and XGA are trademarks or registered trademarks of International from the use of the information contained herein.

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Control Panel Lock ....... 21, 33 A/V Mute ............16 Keystone ............33 Air exhaust vent ..........6 Direct Power On .......... 36 Air filter replacement period ..... 59 Display ............35 Air intake vent ..........6 Lamp Hours ..........37 Display Background ........
  • Page 78 Index Refresh Rate ..........37 Remote Control ..........9 USB(TypeA) port ........... 7 Remote Receiver ........6, 7 USB(TypeB) port ........... 7 Replacing batteries ........55 User's Logo ........... 62 Reset All ............38 Reset Menu ........... 38 Resetting the lamp operating time ..38, 59 Resolution .............

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