Epson S4 manual

User’s Guide Epson PowerLite S4 ®[...]

2 Meaning of Symbols Meaning of Symbols Copyright Notice All rights reserved . No part of this publication may be reproduced, st ored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any fo rm or by any means, elec tronic, mec hanical, phot ocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior writt en permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. Th e information[...]

3 Contents Meaning of Symbols 2 Copyright Notice 2 Trademarks 2 Projector Features Setting Up the Projector 6 Part Names and Functions 7 Front/Top 7 Control Panel 8 Rear 9 Base 10 Remote Control 11 Adjusting and Changing the Image Adjusting the Image Quality 12 Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images 12 Selecting the Projection Quality (Colo[...]

4 Maintenance Cleaning 39 Cleaning the Projector 39 Cleaning the Lens 39 Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vent 39 Replacing Consumables 40 Replacing the Batteries 40 Lamp Replacement Period 40 Replacing the Lamp 41 Resetting the Lamp Operating Time 43 Replacing the Air Filter 44 Troubleshooting Using the Help Menu 45 Problem Solving 47 Readi[...]

5 Projector Features Direct Power On and Instant Off Use the Direct Power On function to tu rn the projector on simply by plugging the power cable into an electrical outlet. See page 36 . When you’re done using the projector, just turn it off, unplug it, and place it in the carrying case. The projector’s Instant Off design means you don’t hav[...]

6 Setting Up the Projector Setting Up the Projector The projector supports the followin g four projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for disp laying your images. c • For ceiling mount installation ( suspending from the ceiling), a special installation procedure is required. Failure to install correctly may result in injury or[...]

7 Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Front/Top Lamp cover Open this cover when replacing the projector's la mp. Control panel Remote control li ght-receiving area Receives sign als from the r emote cont rol. Front adjustable foot Raises the projector to adjust the projection angle. Lens cover Slide shut when not u sing the proje[...]

8 Part Names and Functions Control Panel [Power] butt on Turns the pro jector power on or off. [Help] button Displays and closes the help, which shows solutions if a problem occurs. [Menu] b utton Displays and closes the configuration menu . [Esc] button Stops the cur rent functi on. Displays the previous screen or menu while viewing a configuratio[...]

9 Part Names and Functions Rear Remote control light-rec eiving area Receives signals from the remote co ntrol. Power inlet Connects to the po wer cable. Computer po rt Inputs analog RGB video sign als from a computer and RG B video signals and component video signals from oth er video sources. Video port Inputs com ponent video signals to th e pro[...]

10 Part Names and Functions Base Air filter (air intake vent) This prevents dust and other foreign pa rticles from getting inside the pr ojector when air is drawn in. It should be cleane d and replaced periodically. Suspension br acket fixing points (3 p oints) Attach the optional ceiling mo unt here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. Fr[...]

11 Part Names and Functions Remote Control [A/V Mute] bu tton (see page 19 ) [E-Zoom] butt on ( ) ( ) (see page 2 1 ) [Enter] and [Esc] butt on (see page 22 ) [Auto] butt on (see p. 1 2 ) [Menu] but ton (see page 31 ) [Power] butto n (see Quick Setup sheet) [Color Mode] b utton (see page 14 ) [ ] button ( see page 22 ) [Freeze] button (see page 20 [...]

12 Adjusting the Ima ge Quality Adjusting and Changing the Image Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images Automatic Setup Automatic setup detects analog RGB signals coming from a connected computer, and automatically adjusts these signals so that the optimum images can be obtained. Automatic setup involves adjustme[...]

13 Adjusting the Ima ge Quality 2 Adjust the tracking until the vertical stripes d isappear from the image. The tracking value increases or de creases each time a button is pressed. 3 Press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration me nu. Adjusting the Sync If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in computer or RGB video images, and this [...]

14 Adjusting the Ima ge Quality The sync value increases or decreas es each time a button is pressed. 3 Press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration me nu. Selecting the Projection Quality (Color Mode) The following seven preset color mod es are available for use depending on th e characteristics of the images that are being projected. You can[...]

15 Adjusting the Ima ge Quality Each time you press the button, th e 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 yo u press the button. p[...]

16 Adjusting the Projection Position (Image Shift) Adjusting the Projection Position (Image Shift) When you cannot setup this projector di rectly in front of the screen, the projection position can be finely tuned without moving this projector. 1 Using the button on the projector, perform zoom a djustment or keystone correction. See the Quick Setu [...]

17 Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Volume The volume of the projector's built-i n spe aker can be adjusted as follows. When the button is pressed to the [ ] side, the volume increases, and when it is pressed to the [ ] side, the volume decreases. The volume gauge appears o n the screen when the volume is being adjusted. Selecting the Image [...]

18 Selecting t he Image Source 3 The projector searches for an activ e source and displays the image. Unused sources are skipped, as shown belo w. When two or more pieces of equipment are connected, press the [Source Search] button repeatedly to select the desired source. Selecting the Source from the Remote Control You can use the remote control t[...]

19 Functions for Enhancing Projec tion Additional Projector Functions This chapter explains f unctions used when giving presentations and for using the projector’s security functions. Functions for Enhancing Projection Muting 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 th[...]

20 Functions for Enhancing Projec tion Freezing the Image The source image continu es to project even when the screen is frozen. You can still perform operations such as chang ing files, without projecting any images. You can turn this function on or off b y pressing the [Freeze] button. Changing the Aspect Ratio This function changes the asp ect r[...]

21 Functions for Enhancing Projec tion Displaying the Pointer This allows you to move a pointer icon on the projected image, and helps you draw attention to the area yo u are talking about. 1 Display the pointer. Each time you press the button the pointer appears or disappears. 2 Move the pointer icon. Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) This is u[...]

22 Functions for Enhancing Projec tion 2 Move the cross to the area of the image that i s to be enlarged or reduced. 3 Enlarge. You can reduce the enlarged image by pressing the [-] button. To cancel the E-Zoom, press the [Esc] button. Using the Remote Control as a Mouse If the USB terminal of a computer and the USB termina l on the back of this pr[...]

23 Functions for Enhancing Projec tion Once the connection has been made , t he mouse pointer can be operated as follows. p • The USB cable can only be connected to computers with a standar d USB interface. If using a computer wh ich is running W indow s, the computer must have had a full version of W i ndows 98/2000/Me /XP Home Edition/ XP Pr of[...]

24 Security Functions Security Functions Preventing theft (Password Protect) When the Password Protect function is activated , people who do not know the password will not be able to use the pr ojector to project images, if the power has been disconnected since the password was last entere d correctly. Furthermore, the user's logo that is disp[...]

25 Security Functions When "P ass word Timer" is se t to "On " and "Timer" is used The password entry screen will not be displa yed at all when the power is turned on until the length of time th at has been set has elapsed. When the set length of time h as elapsed, the password entry screen will be displayed each time [...]

26 Security Functions and re-enter the time . When y ou ha v e finished using the "P ass word Protect" menu, the countdo wn f or the elapsed time will star t. 4 Turn "User’s Logo Protect" on. (1) Select "User’ s Logo Protect", and then press the [Enter] b utton. (2) Select "On", and then press the [Enter][...]

27 Security Functions 3 When the confirmation message is di splayed, select "Yes". The control panel buttons will be locked in accordance with the selected setting. p Ther e ar e two methods to cancel the pr ojector's contr ol panel lock. • Using r emote contro l, change the "Settings" - "Operation Lock" in the [...]

28 Saving a User's Logo Saving a User's Logo You can record the image that is currently b eing projected as a user's logo. 1 Project the image you would like to use as the user’s logo, and then display the configuration menu. 2 Select "Extended" from the configura tion menu, and then select "User’s Logo". Chec[...]

29 Saving a User's Logo 3 When "Choose this image as the User's Logo?" appears, select "Yes". 4 The image to be recorded and a selection marquee box will be displayed. Move the marq uee box to select the part of the im age to use. 5 When "Select this image?" appears, s elect "Yes". 6 Select the zoom[...]

30 Displaying Pr ojected Images on an External Monitor Displaying Projected Images on an External Monitor When projecting from a computer (analog RGB or RGB video source), you can connect an external monitor to view the proje cted image. p • Component video and S -V ideo images cannot be output to an external monitor . • The setting ga uge for [...]

31 Using the Menu System Configuration Menus Using the Menu System 1 Select fr om the main menu 3 Change the selected item 2 Select from the sub menu Remote co ntrol Control panel Buttons used[...]

32 "Image" Menu "Image" Menu The items that can be set will vary depending on the input source that is curre ntly being projec ted. Setting details are saved separately for each source. Computer/RGB video Component video/composite video/S-video Sub-menu Function Color Mode Select the quality of t he image to suit y our surroundi[...]

33 "Signal" Menu "Signal" Menu The items that can be set will vary depending on the input source that is curre ntly being projec ted. Setting details are saved separately for each source. Computer/RGB video Component video Component video/S-video Sub-menu Function A uto Setup T ur ns on or off the function f or automatically opt[...]

34 "Settings" Menu "Settings" Menu Sub-menu Function K eystone Corrects v er tical k eystone distortion in images. See the Qu ick Setup sheet. Zoom Adjusts the size of the projec ted image . Wide: La rger T ele: Smaller Image Shift Adjusts the proj ection position. See page 16 . Operatio n Loc k When set to "On", th e [...]

35 "Extended" Menu "Extended" Menu Sub-menu Function Display This lets yo u make settings relate d to the pr ojector's disp la y . Message: Sets whether on-scre en messages are displa yed. Messages incl ude the input source, color mode , and "No Signal" message . Display Ba ckground: Determines the backgr ound scr[...]

36 "Extended" Menu Operation Direct Power On : Sets whether di rect pow er on is enabl ed ("On") or disab led ("Off"). When y ou set to "On" and lea ve the po wer cable connected to a wa ll soc ket, t he projector ma y tur n on b y itself when electricity is resto red after a power outage . Sleep Mode : Sets [...]

37 "Info" Menu "Info" Menu Lets you check the type of image signal be ing projected and the status of the pro j ector. Computer/RGB video/component video Composite video/S-video Sub-menu Function Lamp Hours Shows the cum ulative lamp oper ating time. If it reaches the lamp w arning time, the charact ers are displa yed in ye llow[...]

38 "Reset" Menu "Reset" Menu Sub-menu Function Reset All Resets all item s in all menus to their default settings. The "Computer1 Input", "Zoom", "I mage Shift", "User’ s Logo", "L amp Hours" and "Language" settin gs will not be reset to their de fa u l t s . Reset La[...]

39 Cleaning Maintenance This section describes maintenance ta sks 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. Cleaning the Projector Clean the projector's surface by wiping it gently with a soft cloth. If [...]

40 Replacing Consumables Replacing Consumables This section explains how to replace the remo te control batteries, the lamp, and the air filters. Replacing the Batteries If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it do es not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that th e batteries are getting low. [...]

41 Replacing Consumables • The projected image gets darker or star ts to deteriorate Replacing the Lamp 1 Turn off the projector’s power, wait until i t beeps twice, and disconnect the power cable. 2 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 t[...]

42 Replacing Consumables 4 Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp as shown in the illustration below and lift it up and out of the projector. If the lamp is broken replace it with a new lamp, or contact Epson for further advice (see p age 57 ). If replacing the lamp yourself, be careful to avoid piece s of broken glass. 5 Install the new lamp. Insert the[...]

43 Replacing Consumables Resetting the Lamp Operating Time The projector has a built-in cou nter whic h 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. Th e counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one. You can[...]

44 Replacing Consumables Replacing the Air Filter If the air filter is broken or if a warning message reappe ars after it has been cleaned, it should be replaced. The air filter can be rep l aced even if t he projector is installed on a ceiling. 1 Turn off the projector’s power, wait until i t beeps twice, and disconnect the power cable. 2 Remove[...]

45 Using the Help Menu Troubleshooting Using the Help Menu If a problem occurs with the projector, y ou can use the Help functio n to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menu s in a question and answer format. If th e Help function does not provide a solution to the prob lem, see “ Problem Solving ” on page 47 . 1 Display the[...]

46 Using the Help Menu 4 Repeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. 5 Press the [Help] button to exit the help menu .[...]

47 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" be low. If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, see “ When the Indicators Provide No Help ” on pa ge 50 . Reading the Indicators The projector is [...]

48 Problem Solving Lamp or Temp indi cator flashes orange F an related error/ Sensor error Stop using the proje ctor , disconnect the po wer cable fr om the electrical outlet , and cont act Epson (see page 57 ). High tem perature er ror (ov erheating) The lamp will tur n off automatically and projection will stop . Wait f or about 5 minutes until t[...]

49 Problem Solving Lamp replacement no tification Replace the la mp with a new one. See page 41 . If you contin ue to use the lamp after it has passed t he replacement period, the po ssibility that the lamp may break will increase. Replace t he lamp with a new one as soon as po ssible. The P o wer indicator status will v ar y depending on the pr oj[...]

50 Problem Solving When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following pro blems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution , refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems relating to images Pr oblems when projection starts Other problems No images appear page 51 Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black[...]

51 Problem Solving No images appear Projection stops automatically The message "Not Suppo r ted." is displa yed Prob lems relating to imag es Check Re medy W as the [P ower] button pressed? Press the [Po wer] button to tur n the power on. Are the indicato rs s witched off? The po wer cab le is not connect ed correctly or po wer is not bei[...]

52 Problem Solving The message "No Signal." is displa yed Images are fuzzy or out of f ocus Check Re medy Are the cab les connected correctly? Check th at all of the cab l es re quired for projection a re securely connecte d. See the Quick Setup sheet. Has the correct video input port been selected? Press the [Compute r1], [S-Video] or [V[...]

53 Problem Solving Interf erence or dist or tion appear in images Image is cut of f or too small Check Re medy Are the image signal f or mat settings correct? If a composite video or S-vide o source is connected to the projector , use the "Vid eo Signal" menu com mand to select the s ignal format. See page 33 . Are the cab les connected c[...]

54 Problem Solving Image colors are not right Images appear dark Nothing appears on the e xter n al monitor Check Re medy Do the input signal settings match the signals from the connected device? If a composite video or S-vide o source is connected to the proje c tor , use the "Video Signal" me nu command to select the video signal f or m[...]

55 Problem Solving P ow er does not tur n on No sound can be heard or the sound is f aint Pr oblems when pr ojection star ts Check Re medy Hav e you presse d the [P ower] b u tton? Press the [P ower] button to tur n the p ower on. Are all of the indicators s witched off? The pow er cable is not connect ed correctly or pow er is not being supplied. [...]

56 Problem Solving The remote control does not work Check Re medy Is the rem ote control lig ht-emitting area pointing tow ards the front or bac k of the projector , or to ward the screen? P oint the rem ote control towards the projecto r or the screen. The operating angle f or the remote control is appro ximately ±30º horizontally and appro xima[...]

57 Where To Get Help Where To Get Help Epson provides these technica l support services: Internet Support Visit Epson’s support we bsite for solutions to common problems. You ca n download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions. Visit Presenters Online to access tips, templates, a nd tr[...]

58 Optional Accessories and Consumables Appendix Optional Accessories and Consumables You can purchase scre ens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. For product information and t o find the nearest authorized reseller, please call 8 00-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) or browse our catalog of products at www.epson.com, se[...]

59 Screen Size and Pr ojection Dis tance Screen Size and Projection Distance See the following table to choose th e best position for your pro jected image. The values are only a guide. Units: cm (in .) Units: cm (ft.) Units: cm (in.) 4:3 Screen Size Pr ojection Distance Offset Minimum Maxim um (Zoom Adjustme nt Wide) to (Zoom Adjus tment T ele) Mi[...]

60 Glossary Glossary The following is an explanation of some of the terms used in th is guide which may be unfamiliar or which are not explained in the text of this guide itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially av ailable publicat ions. Aspect ratio The ratio be tween an image's len g th and its height. H[...]

61 Glossary SV GA A type of video signal with a resolution of 80 0 (horizontal) × 600 (vertica l) dots which is used by IBM PC/A T -compatible compu ters. S-Video A video signal which has the luminance compon ent and color component sepa rated in order to prov ide better image quality . It ref ers to images which con sist of two independent signal[...]

62 List of ESC/VP21 Commands List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power on command is sent to the projector, the powe r will turn on and the projector will change to warm-up mode. When the power has turned on, a colon ":" (3Ah) will be returned. When the projector executes a command, it re turns a ":" and waits for the [...]

63 List of Supported Monitor Dis plays List of Supported Monitor Displays The projection of some signals no t listed in the table may still be possible. However, some functions may not be supporte d. *1: Connection is not po ssible if the equipment do es not have a VGA output port . *2: The value when zoom is set to max imum. Computer/RGB Video Sig[...]

64 Specifications Specifications * The USB interface complies with the USB 1.1 stan dard. The USB connector is not guaranteed to operate correctly wit h all USB-compatible devices. Angle of tilt If you use the projector when it is tilte d more than 30°, it could fall or be damaged. Dimensions 15.3 (W) × 6.5 (H) × 13.9 (D) inc hes 327 (W) × 87 ([...]

65 Specifications Saf e ty USA UL60950-1 Canada CSA C22.2 No .60950-1 EU The Lo w V oltage Directiv e (73/23/EEC) IEC/EN60950-1 EMC USA FCC P ar t 15B Class B (DoC) Canada ICES-003 Class B European Comm unity EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) EN55022, Class B EN55024 IEC/EN61000-3-2 IEC/EN61000-3-3 A ustralia/New Zealand AS/NZS CISPR 22:2002 Class B[...]

66 Dimensions Dimensions Units: mm 3-M4 × 9 115 127 80 12 104.7 327 83.7 50.1* 7.7 86.8 Center of lens 69.7 12 *Distance from center of lens to suspension br acket fixing point 247[...]

67 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity W e :EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at :3840 Kilro y Air por t W ay MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 T el :562-290-5254 Declare under so le responsibility that the product identifie d herein, complies with 47 CFR P ar t 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital de vice. Each product marketed, is[...]

68 Important Safety In structions Important Safety Instructions Please read the following important information about your projector. Follow these safety in structions when setting up and using the p rojector: ◗ Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. ◗ Do not stand on the projector or place heavy objects on it. ◗ Do [...]

69 Important Safety In structions ◗ The lamp is fragile, and can easily bre ak. If the lamp breaks, handle the projector with extreme care to avoid in jury from broken glass, and contact Epson for repairs (see page 57 ). Particu lar care should be taken when the projector is installed to a ceiling, as small pieces of glass may fall do wn when the[...]