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EPSON PowerLite S1
User’s Guide
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2 Meaning of Symbols Meaning of Symbols Indicates the possibility that people may be injured or the equipment may be damaged if these symbols are ignored. c Indicates important related information or useful information and things you should know. p Indicates related topics and pages which contain more detailed information. s Provides terminology definitions. See “Glossary” on page 61. g The terms ‘this unit’ and ‘this projector’ which appear in this manual may also refer to the accessories supp
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◗ ◗ ◗ ◗ 3 Features Auto setup (Computer Clear, vivid, images connections) The projector's high resolution and high luminance achieves a legible display. The projector analyzes the signal of the Project sharp, detailed images, even in computer to which it is connected and bright places. automatically makes adjustments to ensure optimal projection results. See “Functions for Enhancing Projection” on page 29. Ease of use Various projector operations can be easily Color mode performed usi
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4 Contents Before Using the Projector Basic Operation Part Names and Functions 6 Turning on the Projector 22 Front/Top 6 Turning off the Projector 24 Control panel 7 Adjusting the Display 25 Rear 8 Adjusting the projection size 25 Base 9 Setting the focus 25 Remote Control 10 Adjusting the projection angle 26 Installation 12 Keystone 27 Installation method 12 Selecting the Input Source 28 Projection distance and screen size 12 Advanced Operation Other installation methods 13 Connecting to a Co
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5 Troubleshooting When You Suspect a Problem 43 Power indicator 43 Warning indicator 44 When the indicators provide no help 45 Where to Get Help 53 Telephone Support Services 53 Appendix Projector Care 54 Cleaning 54 Replacing consumables 56 Optional Accessories 60 Glossary 61 Cable Format 63 Supported Display Resolutions 64 Specifications 65 Important Safety Instructions 66 FCC Compliance Statement 68 Warranty 69 Index
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6 Part Names and Functions Before Using the Projector Part Names and Functions Front/Top speaker control panel s P. 7 remote control infrared receiver s P. 11 Receives signals from the remote control. ventilation outlet focus ring s P.25 Adjusts the image focus. foot button (left) s P.26 Another foot button is located on the right side. Press both buttons when extending and retracting the front feet. handle Pull out this handle to use when carrying the projector. front foot
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7 Part Names and Functions Control panel [u][d][l][r] buttons s P.33 [Power] button s P.22 [u][d]: keystone correction buttons s P.27 Turns the projector on and off. Press to correct keystone distortion in images. [Wide][Tele]: zoom buttons s P.25 Power indicator s P.22, P.43 Flashes or lights in different colors to [Menu] button s P.32 indicate the operating status of the Displays or hides the projector. configuration menus. [Source] button s P.28 Switches the input sour
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8 Part Names and Functions Rear Computer/Component Video port Monitor Out port s P. 16 s P. 14, P. 20 Outputs the projected analog Inputs analog video signals from a computer signal to an external computer and Component Videog monitor. This feature is not available signals from other video sources. for video signals. Video port s P. 20 Inputs Composite Videog signals to remote control holder s P. 11 Store the remote control in here when the projector. not in use. Conn
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9 Part Names and Functions Base ceiling mount holes (3 points) Install the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from the ceiling. rubber foot lamp cover s P.57 Open this cover when replacing the lamp inside the projector. handle Pull out this handle to use when carrying the projector. air filter (air intake vent) s P.55, P.59 Prevents dust and other foreign particles from being drawn into the projector. When replacing the lamp, replace the air filter also
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10 Remote Control Remote Control [Power] button s P.22 remote control infrared transmitter Turns the projector on and off. Transmits remote control signals. [E-Zoom] buttons s P.31 z : Enlarges part of the image without changing the size [Color Mode] button s P.29 of the projection area. Selects the color mode. The color mode changes in x : Reduces the part of the image that has been the order of Dynamic, Presentation, Theatre, Living enlarged using the [z] butto
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11 Remote Control Before using the Remote Control Operating range Remove the insulating tape. Operable distance: 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. 15° 15° Using the Remote Control Max Operate the remote control by aiming it at the remote control infrared receiver 20 feet on the
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screen size 12 Installation Projection distance and screen size Installation Distance from projector to screen Be sure to read the Important Safety Instructions before installation. c Installation method Set up the projector so that it is at right angles to a screen. 90° Projection distance: 3-34 feet (89-1050 cm) Distance from center of lens Center of to bottom edge of screen lens When setting up the projector against a wall, leave a space of at least 7.9 inches (20 cm) between the project
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13 Installation Other installation methods Ceiling/Rear projection (Using a translucent screen) 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” on page 60. Ceiling projection When using rear projection, or projecting from a ceiling, select the appropriate mode in the “Setting”
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◗ ◗ ◗ 14 Connecting to a Computer Setup Connecting to a Computer Press and hold the [Fn] key, followed by the appropriate function number key that lets you display on an external monitor. Refer to your computer’s documentation for further details. When connecting, be sure to: Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer. It may take a few moments until the computer image is projected. c Damage may result if you try to make a connection when the power is In Windows, a dialo
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15 Connecting to a Computer When using a 5BNC port Playing sound from a computer You can play sound from a computer through the projector’s built-in speaker. stereo mini RCA jack jack To monitor port VGA-HD15/BNC PC To Computer / To audio out port stereo mini jack - 2RCA cable cable (optional) Component Video port (commercially available) To Audio port When using a 13w3 port When using computer and video equipment alternately, swap the cable or use an audio switch. p Volume adjustment
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16 Connecting to a Computer Connecting to an external monitor Presentation Remote Control The image being input into the projector can be displayed on a computer You can use the presentation remote control as a wireless mouse to control monitor. the mouse pointer on the computer screen.The presentation remote contains all the functions necessary for giving a presentation. Functions include: Page Up/Page Down, Left/Right mouse click, A/V mute, freeze, and mouse pointer. monitor cable
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17 Connecting to a Computer 3 Keeping the defaults, click “Next.” 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. 1 Connect the accessory Presentation Remote Receiver to the USB port of the computer. Infrared receiver To USB port Presentation Remote 4 Click the check box next to “Specify a location.” Type Receiver
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18 Connecting to a Computer 5 Click on “Next” to confirm the message which is displayed. 6 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 p installation.
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19 Connecting to a Computer 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. remote control infrared transmitter Transmits remote control signals. [Page Up] / [Page Down] buttons Press these buttons to scroll back and forth joystick through pages when projecting a To m
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20 Connecting to Video Equipment Operating range Projecting video images Operable distance: Maximum approximately 20 feet (6 m) For Composite Video (DVD, VHS, Video games) (may be shorter depending on conditions) Operable angle: Approximately 30° horizontally, 15° vertically 30° 15° To video To Video out port port 15° 30° Max 20 ft (6 m) AV cable (yellow) To audio out To Audio (commercially port port available) Connecting to Video Equipment For S-Video (DVD, VHS, Video games) Whe
