Epson EH-TW9100 manual

User's Guide[...]

Organization of t he Guide and Notation s in the Guide 1 Using Each Guide The guides for this projector are organized as shown below. Safety Instructions/Support and Service Guide Contains information on using the projector safely, as well as a support and service guide, troubleshooting check lists, and s o on. Make sure you read this guid e before[...]

Organization of t he Guide and Notation s in the Guide 2 Notations Used in This Guide Safety Indications The documentation and the projector use grap hical sy mbols to show how to use the projector safely. The following shows the symbols and their meanings. Please understand and respect these caution symbols in order to avoid injury to persons or p[...]

Contents 3 Organization of the Guide and Notations in the Guide U s i n g E a c h G u i d e ..................... 1 N o t a t i o n s U s e d i n T h i s G u i d e ........... 2 S a f e t y I n d i c a t i o n s ......... ......... ..... 2 G e n e r a l I n f o r m a t i o n I n d i c a t i o n s ............ . 2 About the Use of "This Product[...]

Contents 4 F r a m e I n t e r p o l a t i o n ... ............. ..... 3 9 S u p e r - r e s o l u t i o n ................ ....... 4 0 I m a g e P r o c e s s i n g ....................... 4 0 Selecting the Color Gamut (EH-TW9100 W/EH- T W 9 1 0 0 O n l y ) ........ .............. ... 4 1 Viewing the Image at the Saved Image Quality (Memory Functi[...]

Contents 5 C l e a n i n g t h e l e n s ..................... 9 2 C l e a n i n g t h e 3 D G l a s s e s .... ........... . 9 2 R e p l a c e m e n t P e r i o d s f o r C o n s u m a b l e s ....... 9 2 A i r f i l t e r r e p l a c e m e n t p e r i o d ............. 9 2 L a m p r e p l a c e m e n t p e r i o d ..... ......... 9 2 R e p l a c [...]

Introduction 6 Projector Features Dynamic 3D Display Enjoy 3D contents on Blu-ray and images filmed with a 3D camera th rough a stunning project ion display. s p.45 You can also convert standard 2D images into 3D images. s p.52 You need dedicated 3D Glasses based on 3D Active Shutter Eyewear Technolo gy to view 3D images. s p.46 Adjusting Images to[...]

Introduction 7 Absolute Color Adjustment As well as using Color Mode, you can also adjust the absolute colo r temperature of the image and skin tones to suit your taste. s p.37 What's more, you can obtain colors that match the image and achieve the colors you want through a combination of g amma adjustment, RGB o ffset or gain adjustment for e[...]

Introduction 8 Part Names and Functions Front/Top Name Function a Lamp cover Open when replacing the projector's lamp. s p.94 b Lens shift dial Adjusts the position of th e projected image. s p.29 c Air exhaust vent Exhaust vent for air used to cool the projector internally. Caution While projecting, do not put your face or hands near the air [...]

Introduction 9 Control Panel Buttons/Indicators Function a Flashes to indicate warm-up in progre ss or cool-down in progress. Shows the projector's status through a combination of other indicators lit and fla shing. s p.79 b F l a s h e s o r a n g e w h e n i t i s t i m e t o r e p l ace the lamp. Shows the projector's errors through a [...]

Introduction 10 Buttons/Indicators Function j Changes to the image from each input port. s p.25 k Turns the projector power on or off. s p.24 Lit when the projector is on. s p.80[...]

Introduction 11 Remote Control Top section buttons EH-TW9100W/EH-TW8100W EH-TW9100/EH-TW8100 Button Function a Turns the projector on. s p.24 b Turns the projector off . s p.25 c The remote control buttons light up for approximately 10 seconds. This is useful when operating the remote control in the dark. d Splits the screen in two and projec ts tw[...]

Introduction 12 Middle section buttons Button Function h Changes between 2D and 3D. s p.45 i Changes the Color Mode . s p.31 j Set Super-resoluti on to reduce blurring in areas such as the edges of the im- age. s p.40 k Selects menu items and adjustment values. s p.67 l When a menu is displayed, it accept s and enters the current selection and move[...]

Introduction 13 Bottom section buttons EH-TW9100W/EH-TW8100W EH-TW9100/EH-TW8100 Button Function p Sets Auto Iris. s p.39 q Adjusts the hue, saturation, and brightness for each RGBCMY color. s p.34 r Selects the aspect mode acco rding to the input signal. s p.32 s Performs the function assigned to the user button. s p.73 t Saves, loads, or erases a[...]

Introduction 14 Rear Name Functio n a Cable holder Thick HDMI cable s with a large oute r diameter and s o on, may dis connect easily due to the weight of the cable. To prevent the cable from disconnecting, fix it in place using the HDMI cable clamp supplied. s p.21 b HDMI1 port Connects HDMI compatible video equipment and computers. s p.19 c HDMI2[...]

Introduction 15 Base Name Function a Front adjustable foot When setup on a surfac e such as a t able, extend the foot to adju st the horizontal tilt. s p.28 b Ceiling mount fixing points (four points) Attaches the optiona l ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. s p.97 c Cable cover fixing screw Attaches the optional cable[...]

Introduction 16 Appearance Units: mm aC e n t e r o f l e n s b Distance from center of lens to susp ension bracket fixing point cL e n s d i r e c t i o n[...]

Preparing 17 Installing Various Projection Methods Warning • A special method of installation is required when suspe nding the projecto r from a ceiling (ceiling mount). If it is not installed correctly, it could fall causing an accident and injury. • If you use adhesives, lubricants , or oil on the ceiling mount fixing points to prevent screws[...]

Preparing 18 Adjusting the Projection Size The size of the projection increase s as the projector is moved away fr om the screen. Use the table below to setup the projector at th e optimum posi tion from the screen. The values given here are for your reference only. * Distance from the center of the lens to the edge of the projected image. (A: When[...]

Preparing 19 Connecting to a Device Attention • Turn off the equipment you want to connec t before connecting. If the equipment is on when you connect, it could cause a malfunction. • Check the shape of the cable's connector and th e shape of the port, and th en connect. If you force a conn ector of a different sh ape into the po rt, it co[...]

Preparing 20 Connecting to a Computer To project images from a computer, connect th e computer using one of the following methods. When using a computer cable When using an HDMI cable Fix the HDMI cable in place using the HDMI cable clamp. s p.21 Connecting to External Devices Connecting to the Trigger out port To connect external devices such as m[...]

Preparing 21 Removing the Interface Cover The interface cover is attach ed to the connector section on the rear of EH -TW9100W/EH-TW8100W. Remove this cover when using a ca ble to connect a device. There are gaps at the bottom of the interface cover that allows you to pull the cover forward and lift it from the grooves at the top. c • When reatta[...]

Preparing 22 Preparing the Remote Control Installing the Remote Control Batteries Attention • Check the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery holder to en sure the batterie s are inserted the correct way. • You cannot use othe r batteries except for the AA size manganese or alkaline. a Remove the battery cover. While pushing the[...]

Preparing 23 Remote Control Operating Range The operation range for the WirelessHD Transmitter differs. s p.62 Operating range (left to right) Operating range (top to bottom) * Remote control signals are not availa ble in this range.[...]

Basic Operations 24 Starting and Ending Projection Turning on the Proj ector and Projecting a Connect the power cable. Connect using the power cable supplied. b Turn on the conn ected device, and then turn on the projector's main power switch. c Turn the power on. Remote control Control panel The lens shutter opens, and projection starts. c Wh[...]

Basic Operations 25 If the Target Image is not Projected If the image is not projected, you can change the source using one of the following method s. Remote control Control panel Press the button for the target port. Press the button and select the target port. Press the button to confirm the sel ection. EH-TW9100W/EH- TW8100W EH-TW9100/EH-TW8100 [...]

Basic Operations 26 e Turn off the main power switch. c If the main power switch is not turned off, some electricity is consumed even if no operations are made.[...]

Basic Operations 27 Adjusting the Projected Screen Displaying the Test Pattern When adjusting the zoom/focus or the projection position just after settin g up the projector, you can display a test pattern inst ead of connecting video equipment. Press the button on the remot e control to displa y the test pattern . EH-TW9100W/EH- TW8100W EH-TW9100/E[...]

Basic Operations 28 Adjusting the Projection Size (Zoom Adjustment) Turn the zoom ring to adjust th e size of the projected screen. Adjusting the Projector's Tilt If the projection screen is tilted (t he left and right sides of the projecto r are at different heights) when the projector is setup on a table, adjust the front fo ot so that both [...]

Basic Operations 29 Adjusting the Position of the Projected Image (L ens Shift) If the projector cannot be setup in front of the screen, you can adjust the po sition of the image by using lens shift. Make adjustments using t h e lens shift dial. You can adjust the positio n up, down, left, and right within the range of the dott ed line shown in the[...]

Basic Operations 30 Correcting Keystone Distortion You can use the buttons on th e control panel to correct keystone distortion. Open the control panel cover at the side to operate the control panel. s p.9 Press the or buttons to d isplay the adjustment ga uges. When the gauges are displayed, press the and buttons to perform vertical correction. Wh[...]

Adjusting the Image 31 Adjusting the Image Selecting the Projection Quality (Color Mode) You can obtain the optimum im age qual ity to suit your surroundings when projecting. The brightness of the image varies depending on the mode selected. a Press the button. c You can make settings f r om the configuration menu. s Image - Color Mo de p.68 b Sele[...]

Adjusting the Image 32 Choices when projecting 2D images Mode Applic ation Dynamic Ideal for use in a brig ht room . This is the brightest mode, and reproduces shadow tones well. Living Room Ideal for use i n a bright room. Images are clear and sh arp. Natural Ideal for use in a dark room. We recommend performing colo r adjustment in this mode. s p[...]

Adjusting the Image 33 Input Image Setting Name (Aspect) Normal Full Zoom Wide 4:3 Images 16:9 Images and Images Recorded Using Squeeze Letterbox Im- ages *1*2 Notes Matches the vertical size of the projection panel. The aspect ra- tio differs depend- ing on the input im- age. Uses the entire pro- jection panel. Retains the aspect ratio of the inpu[...]

Adjusting the Image 34 Absolute Color Adjustments Adjusting Hue, Saturation, and Brightness You can adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness fo r ea ch of the R (red), G (green), B (blue), C (cyan), M (magenta), and Y (yellow) colors . Hue Adjusts the overa ll color of the image to be blue, green, or red. Saturation Adjusts the overall vividness [...]

Adjusting the Image 35 Adjusting the Gamma You can adjust slight coloration differences that may occur due to the device bein g used when the image is displayed. You can use one of the following three meth ods select ed from the configuration m enu. Setting Method Menu Settings Select and adjust the correc- tion value Image - Advanced - Gamma Adjus[...]

Adjusting the Image 36 Adjust using the gamm a adjustment graph Make adjustments while viewing the gamma adjustment graph for the image being projected. a Use the buttons to select the part you want to adjust from the graph. b Use the buttons to adjust the brightne ss, and then press the button to confirm the selection. Adjusting the RGB (Offset/Ga[...]

Adjusting the Image 37 Abs. Color Temp. You can adjust the overall tint of the image. Make adjustments if the image is a l ittle too blue or too red and so on. The menu is displayed in the following order. Image - Abs. Color Temp. Use the buttons to make adjustment s. Blue tints grow stronge r as the value is increased, and red tints grow stronger [...]

Adjusting the Image 38 Detailed Image Adjustments Adjusting the Sharpness You can make the image clearer. It cannot be adjusted when a comp uter image signal is being input. Thin Line Enhancement Details such as hair and patte rns on clothing are enhanced. Thick Line Enhancement Rough parts s uch as outlines fo r entire subjects o r the background [...]

Adjusting the Image 39 Setting Auto Iris By automatically setting th e luminance according to the brightness of the displa yed image, it lets you enjoy deep and rich images. You can select the l uminance adjustment tracking for changes in brightness in the displayed ima ge from Normal to High Speed . (Depending on the image, you may hear the auto i[...]

Adjusting the Image 40 Super-resolution This setting sh arpens blurred images, enhancing the appa rent detail of the image by increasing the resolution of the imag e signal. Depending on the image, distortion at the edge of the image may be enhanced. If you notice any distortion, set it to "0". a Press the button. c • You can make setti[...]

Adjusting the Image 41 Selecting the Color Gamut (E H-TW9100W/EH-TW9100 Only) Sets the color gamut to match the standa rd for the video device being used. Yo u can easily adjust the co lor gamut by selecting from the color space names registered in advance. This can be set when Color Mode is set to Natural . a Press the button. The configuration me[...]

Adjusting the Image 42 Viewing the Image at the Saved Image Quality (Memory Function) Saving Function You can save the adjustment values for some images and image quality sett ings in the configuration menu for later use (Save Memory). Because these saved adjustment values can be loaded fr o m t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l , y o u c a n e a s i l[...]

Adjusting the Image 43 Loading a Memory a Press the button, and then select Load Memory . The Load Memory screen is displayed. b Select the target memory name. c • The color mode saved to the memo ry is displayed on the right. • Depending on the input sig nal, part of the loaded memory item may not b e applied to the projected image. • Memori[...]

Adjusting the Image 44 d Enter a name. Use the buttons to select a character, and then press the b u t t o n t o c o n - firm the selection. Enter up to 12 characters. When you have finished entering the name, se- lect Finish . The memory name is changed.[...]

Useful Functions 45 Enjoying 3D Images Setting 3D Images When 3D data is received from the HDMI1, HDMI2, or WirelessHD (EH-TW9100W/EH-TW8100W only) source, the image is automatically projected in 3D. The following 3D formats are suppo rted. • Frame Packing • Side by Side • Top and Bottom a Connect a video device capable of playing 3D images t[...]

Useful Functions 46 Using 3D Glasses Use the supplied or optional 3D Gla sses (ELPGS03) to view 3D images. Depending on the model, 3D Glasses may not be supplied. c The 3D Glasses come with protective stickers . Remove the protective stickers before use. Charging the 3D Glasses The following charging methods are available, depe nding on the model o[...]

Useful Functions 47 Pairing 3D Glasses To create 3D images, the 3D Glasses n eed to be paired with the projector. Press the [Pairing] button on the 3D Glasses to start pairing. See the User's Guide for the 3D Glasses for more information. c • For 3D Glasses that have not been used, pairing is performed when the 3D Glasses are turned on. You [...]

Useful Functions 48 Range for Viewing 3D Images The projector allows you to vi ew 3D images within the rang e s hown in the figu re below. You can view 3D images w ithin a rang e of 10 meters from the projector. The distance for pairing is three meters. c • 3D images may not be displayed correctly if th ere is any interference from other Bluetoot[...]

Useful Functions 49 Warnings Regarding Viewing 3D Images Note the following important po ints when viewing 3D images. Warning Disassembling or remodeling • Do not disassembl e or remodel the 3D Glasses . This could cause a fire to occur or the images to appe ar abnormal when viewing, causing you to feel unwell. Storage locations • Do not leave [...]

Useful Functions 50 Caution Wearing 3D Glasses • Make sure you wear the 3D Glasses correctly. Do not wear the 3D Glasses up side down. If the image is not displayed correct ly in to the right and left eyes, it could cause you to feel unwell. • Do not wear the glasses unless you are viewing a 3D image. • How a 3D image is perceived varies depe[...]

Useful Functions 51 Caution Health Risks • You should not use 3D Glasses if you are sensitive to light, have a heart co ndition, or are unwell. Doing so could aggravate your pre-existing conditions. Caution Recommended Age of Use • The minimum recommended age to view 3D images is six years old. • Children under the age of six are still develo[...]

Useful Functions 52 Converting 2D Images to 3D and Viewing You can convert 2D images from HDMI1, HDMI 2, or WirelessHD (EH-TW 9100W/EH-TW8100W only). a Press the button. The configuration menu is displayed. b Select Signal - 3D Setup , and then press the button to confirm the selection. The 3D Se tup screen is displayed. c Select 2D-to-3D Conversio[...]

Useful Functions 53 Connecting with WirelessHD (EH-TW9100W/ EH-TW8100W Only) Installing the WirelessHD Transmitter You can use the supplied WirelessHD Transm itter to wirelessly receive image data . Projector Transmitter Multi-media players, game consoles, and so on You can use the WirelessHD Transm itter in the following ways. • You do not need [...]

Useful Functions 54 WirelessHD Transmitter part names Front Rear Name Function a t button Turns the transmitt er on or off. This performs the same function as the button for WiHD Tran smit- ter control on the lower sect ion of the remote control. b Input button Changes to the image from each input port. This performs the same function as the button[...]

Useful Functions 55 c • The receiver is located within the intake vent of the projector and therefore cannot receive any signals directly from the rear. Set up so that the front of th e projector is facing the WirelessHD Transmitter. Also, make sure that the air in take vent on the left-hand side of the projector is not covered. • Place the Wir[...]

Useful Functions 56 Projecting Images a Start playback on the AV device, and then turn on the projec tor and the WirelessHD Transmitter. The t indicator on the Wirele ssHD Transmitter turns on. b Check the status of the WiHD indi cator on the WirelessHD Transmitter. If the WiHD indicator is on, go to the next step. If the indicator is off, press th[...]

Useful Functions 57 d If projection does not start, press the button on the remote control to change the source. Make sure you point the remote cont rol at the projector when using the button on the remote control. Projection starts. e When connecting two or more AV devices to the WirelessHD Tran smitter, press the button to switch images. s p.60 c[...]

Useful Functions 58 WirelessHD Transmission Range The following shows the communication transmission ra nge for the WirelessHD. Make sure you set up the WirelessHD Transmitter so that it faces the projector. Horizontal direction Vertical direction (placed on a table and so on ) Vertical direction (suspended from a ceiling) c • The wireless tr ans[...]

Useful Functions 59 Useful Functions of the WirelessHD Transmitter With the WirelessHD Transmitter, you can connect an d switch between five multi-media players (input devices to be played ba ck) and one output device (an outp ut device displaying an image, such as a television). Image output Image input c Make sure you point the remote control at [...]

Useful Functions 60 c Point the remote control at the Wirele ssHD Transmitter, an d then press the button. Remote control WirelessHD Transmit- ter Depending on the output ta rget, the WiHD indicator on the WirelessH D Transmitter indica tes the following status. On: The image is being ou tput to the projector. Off: The image is being output to anot[...]

Useful Functions 61 Switching the source a Point the remote control at the WirelessHD Transmitter, and then press the button. Remote control WirelessHD Trans- mitter Displays the sub-screen for the connected device. b The target screen changes each time you press the button. c After selecting the target screen, please wait for a moment. The project[...]

Useful Functions 62 Remote control operat ing range The following shows the operating range between th e remote control and the WirelessHD Transmitter. Operating range (left to right) Operating range (top to bottom)[...]

Useful Functions 63 Using the HDMI Link Function HDMI Link Function When an AV device that meets the HDMI CEC standards is connected to the projector's HDMI po rt, you can perform linked operations such as linked power on and volume adjustment for the AV system from one remote control. Also, when projec ting images in Wirele ssHD, you ca n use[...]

Useful Functions 64 Device Connections You can check the connected devices that are available f or H DMI Lin k, a nd s ele ct o n th e de vic e yo u w ant t o project the image from. Devices that ca n be controlle d by HDMI link automatically become the selected device. a Press the button, and then select Device Connections . The Device Connecti on[...]

Useful Functions 65 Changing Between Two Types of Images Types of Screen that can be Displayed S imultaneously You can project two different images at once, one on the left and one on the righ t. You can project these images at the same size, or make one larger or smaller th an the other to view a sub image while you are watching the larger main im[...]

Useful Functions 66 Changing the split screen settings You can change the source and the display size used for split screen display from the Split Scree n Setup menu. a Press the button during split screen projection. The Split Screen Setup menu is displayed. c Press the butto n during split screen projection to immediately display the Split Screen[...]

Configuration Menu 67 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration Menu Operations On the configuration men u, you can make adjustments and settings for Signal, Image, Input Signal, and so on. a Press the button. Remote control Control panel The configuration menu is displayed. b Use the buttons to select the top menu on the left, and then press the [...]

Configuration Menu 68 c For items adjusted using an adju stment bar, such as the brightness l evel, you can press the button while the adjustmen t screen is displayed to return th e adjustment value to its defa ult value. Configuration Menu Table If there is no image signal being input, you canno t adjust items related to th e image or signal in th[...]

Configuration Menu 69 Function Menu/Settings Explanation Advanced Gamma 2.0, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6 Performs gamma adju stments. You can select a raw value or adjust the gamm a while looking at th e image or graph. s p.35 (The values that can be selected change depending on the Color Mod e setting, and 2.0 - 2.4 or 2.2 - 2.6 are displ ayed.) [...]

Configuration Menu 70 Signal menu Function Menu/Settings Explanation 3D Setup *1 3D Display On, Off Enables or di sables the 3D Display function. s p.45 2D-to-3D Conver- sion Off, Weak, Medium, Strong Sets the strength of the 3D effect when convert- ing 2D to 3D images. s p.52 3D Format Auto, Side by Side, Top and B ottom, 2D Sets the 3D format for[...]

Configuration Menu 71 Function Menu/Settings Explanation Progressive *2 Off, Video, Film/Auto *5 *6 (This can only be set when receiving signal input from the Video port or when receiving 480i, 576i, or 1080i signal input from the Component, HDMI1, or HDMI2 ports or from WirelessHD.) Converts the signal from interlaced (i) to pro- gressive (p) usin[...]

Configuration Menu 72 Function Menu/Settings Explanation (Advanced) Overscan *1 *2 Auto, Off, 2%, 4%, 6%, 8% Changes the output image ratio (the range of the projected image). • Off , 2 to 8%: Sets the range of the image. Off projects all ranges. Depending on the image sig- nal you may notice noise at the top and bottom of the image. • Auto : T[...]

Configuration Menu 73 Settings menu Function Menu/Settings Explanation Keystone -60 - 60 Performs vertical keystone correc- tion. s p.29 HDMI Link Device Connections - Displays a list of devices connected from the HD MI1 or HDMI2 ports, or from WirelessHD * . HDMI Link On, Off Enables or disables the HDMI Link function. Power On Link Off, Bidirecti[...]

Configuration Menu 74 Function Menu/Settings Explanation Lock Setting Child Lock On, Off This locks th e button on the projector's control panel to prevent children from turning on the pro- jector by accident. You can turn on the power when locked by holding down the button for approxi- mately three seconds . You can still turn off the device [...]

Configuration Menu 75 Function Menu/Settings Explanation Reset Yes, No Resets all Settings to their default settings. * Only EH-TW9100W/EH-TW8100W is displayed. Extended menu Function Menu/Settings Explanation Operation Direct Power On On, Off You can set up the projecto r so that projection starts as soon as it is turned on without a ny but- ton o[...]

Configuration Menu 76 Function Menu/Settings Explanation Display Menu Position - Sets the position where the m enu should b e dis- played. Menu Color Color 1, Color 2 Selects th e color for the top menu. • Color 1 : Black • Color 2 : Blue Messages On, Off Sets whether or not to display th e following mes- sages (On or Off). • Item names for i[...]

Configuration Menu 77 Function Explanation Erase Memory Erases settings saved to memo ry that you no longer need. s p.43 Rename Memory Renames a saved memory. s p.43 Info menu Function Explanation Lamp Hours Displays the cumulative lamp operating time. Source Displays the source name for the connected equ ipment currently being projec- ted. Input S[...]

Configuration Menu 78 Split Screen menu Displayed by pressing the butto n during split screen projection. Function Menu/Settings Explanation Split Screen Screen Size Equal, Larger Left, Larger Right Changes the left and right screen sizes. s p.66 Source Left, Right PC Video Compone nt HDMI1/HDMI2 WirelessHD * Selects wh ich source is displayed on t[...]

Troubleshooting 79 Problem Solving Reading the Indicators You can check the status of the pr o jector from the flashing and lit , t (operation indicato rs), o and m on the control panel. Refer to the following table to check the projector' s status and how to remedy problems shown by the indicators. Indicator status during an error/warning : L[...]

Troubleshooting 80 Indicators Status Remedy (red) Lamp Error Lamp Failure There is a problem with the lamp , or it failed to turn on. • Disconnect the power cable, and then check if the lamp is cracked. s p.94 If it is not cracked, reinstall the lamp and turn on the power. If reinstalling the lamp does not fix the problem, or if the lamp is crack[...]

Troubleshooting 81 Indicators Status Remedy (blue) Projection in pro- gress The projector is operating normally. c • Under normal operating conditions, the o and m indicators are off. • When the Illumination function is set to Off , all indicators are off under normal projection conditions. s Extended - Operation - Illuminat ion p.75 When the I[...]

Troubleshooting 82 Problems relating to images No images appear Check Remedy Is the projector turned on? Press the button on the remote cont rol or the button on the contro l panel. Is the power cable connected? Connect the power cable. Are the indicators switched off? Disconnect an d then reconnect the projector's power cable. Check that powe[...]

Troubleshooting 83 "Not supported" is displayed. Check Remedy Is the image signal format sett ing correct? When Video is input If nothing is proj ected even when Video Signal is se t to Auto from the configurat ion menu, set the signal that matc hes the connected device. s Extended - Input Signal - Video Sig- nal p.75 When Component is in[...]

Troubleshooting 84 Check Remedy Has condensation formed on the lens? If the projecto r is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a warm environment, or if sudde n ambient temperature changes occur, condensation may form on the surface of the lens, and this may cause the images to appear fuzzy. Set the projector up in the room about one hour befo[...]

Troubleshooting 85 Image colors are not right Check Remedy Is the image signal format sett ing correct? When Video is input If nothing is proj ected even when Video Signal is se t to Auto from the configurat ion menu, set the signal that matc hes the connected device. s Extended - Input Signal - Video Sig- nal p.75 When Component is input If nothin[...]

Troubleshooting 86 Problems when projection starts The projector do es not turn on Check Remedy Is the power turned on? Press the button on the remote cont rol or the button on the contro l panel. Is Child Lock set to On ? When Child Lock is set to On from the configuration menu, hold down the button on the control panel f or approximately three se[...]

Troubleshooting 87 Problems with 3D Cannot project correctly in 3D Check Remedy Are the 3D Glasses turned on? Turn on the 3D Glasses. Is a 3D image being projected? If the projector is projecting a 2D image, or if an error occurs on the projector that prevents the 3D image from being projected, you cannot view 3D images even if you are wearing the [...]

Troubleshooting 88 Check Remedy Was a new device connected, or was the con- nection changed? If the CEC func tion for a connected device need s to be set again, for example when a new device is connected or the connection is changed, you may need to restart the device. Are many multi-media players connected? Up to 3 mult i-media players that meet t[...]

Troubleshooting 89 Interference or distortion appear in WirelessHD images Check Remedy Are signals being received within the Wire- lessHD transmissio n range? Check the range within which the WirelessHD's transceiver can communicate, and view within that range. s p.58 Are there any obstructio ns between the Wire- lessHD Transmitter and the pro[...]

Maintenance 90 Maintenance Cleaning the Parts You should clean the projecto r if it becomes dirty or if t he quality of projected images st arts to deteriorat e. Warning Do not use sprays that contain flammable gas to remove dirt and dust from the projector's lens, air filter, and so on. The projector may catch fire due to the high internal te[...]

Maintenance 91 d Hold the air filter with the surface facing down and tap it 4 or 5 times to remove the dust. Turn it over and tap the other side in the same way. Attention If the air filter is hit too hard, it may become unusable due to deformities and cracks. e Remove any dust remaining on the air filter by using a vacuum cleaner from the front s[...]

Maintenance 92 Cleaning the lens Use a commercially available cloth for cleaning glasses to gently wipe off dirt from the lens. Manually op en the lens shu tter, and then wipe th e lens inside. Attention Do not rub the lens with harsh materials or handle the lens too roughly as it can easily become dama ged. Cleaning the 3D Glasses Use the cloth su[...]

Maintenance 93 Replacing Consumables Replacing the air filter c Dispose of used air filters in accordance with your local laws and regulations. Material: Polypropylene a Press the button on the remote control or the control panel to turn off the power, turn off the main power switch, and then disconnect the power cable. b Remove the air filter cove[...]

Maintenance 94 Replacing the lamp Warning When replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating, there is a possibility that the lamp may be broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector that has been suspended from the ceil ing, you should al ways assume that the lamp is cracked, and remove the la mp cover with care. When you open the lamp co[...]

Maintenance 95 g Tighten the lamp fixing screw. h Install the lamp cover. Slide the cover back into place. i Tighten the lamp cover fixing screw. Warning Do not disassemble or remodel the lamp. Caution • Make sure you insta ll the lamp and lamp cover secure ly. If th ey are not instal led correctly, the power does not turn on. • The lamp contai[...]

Maintenance 96 d Use the buttons to select Yes , and then press the button to execute. The lamp hours are reset.[...]

Appendix 97 Optional Accessories and Consumables The following optional accessories/consumables are a vaila ble for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories/consumables is current as of: 2012.9 . Details of accessories are subject to change witho ut notice. Varies depending on country of purchase. Optional Items Name Model No. Explan[...]

Appendix 98 Supported Resolutions Component Video Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots) SDTV (480i) 60 720 x 480 SDTV (576i) 50 720 x 576 SDTV (480p) 60 720 x 480 SDTV (576p) 50 720 x 576 HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280 x 720 HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920 x 1080 HDTV (1080p) 50/60 1920 x 1080 Composite Video Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots) TV (NTS[...]

Appendix 99 HDMI1/HDMI2 Input Signal Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots) VGA 60 640 x 480 SDTV (480i) 60 720 x 480 SDTV (576i) 50 720 x 576 SDTV (480p) 60 720 x 480 SDTV (576p) 50 720 x 576 HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280 x 720 HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920 x 1080 HDTV (1080p) 24/50/60 1920 x 1080 3D Input Signal Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dot s)[...]

Appendix 100 Specifications Product name EH-TW9100W/EH-TW8100W EH-TW9100/EH-TW8100 Appearance (not including adjustable foot) 466 (W) x 140 (H) x 395 (D) mm Panel Size 0.74" wide Display met hod Polysilicon TFT active matrix Resolution 1920 (W) x 1080 (H) x 3 Scanning Fre- quency Digital Pixel Clock: 13.5 - 148.5 MHz Horizontal: 15.6 - 67.5 kH[...]

Appendix 101 This product is also designed for IT power distri bution system with phas e-to-phase voltage 230V. Обладна ння відповідає вимогам Тех нічного реглам енту обмеження використання деяких небезпечних речовин в електричному та елек[...]

Appendix 102 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 Class B Personal Compute rs and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: E pson America, Inc. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 Tel: 562-981-3840 Declare under sole responsibility that the produc[...]

Appendix 103 Glossary This section briefly explains the difficult terms that are n ot explained in context in the text of th is guide. For details, refer to other commerc ially available publications. Aspect Ratio The ratio between an image' s length and its he ight. Screens with a horizontal:vertical ratio of 16:9, such as HDTV screen s, are [...]

Appendix 104 General Notes All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stor ed in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electr onic, mechanical, photocop ying, recordin g, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corp oration. No patent liability is as sumed with respect to [...]

Appendix 105 General Notice HDMI and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are the trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licen- singLLC. WirelessHD, WiHD, and the WiHD logo are trademar ks or registered trademarks of WirelessHD LLC. THX and the THX 3D logo are trade marks of THX Ltd. whic h may be registered in some jurisdict ions. All rights [...]

Index 106 3 3D brightness ............ ........................ ............. 70 3D depth ......................... ............. ..................... 70 3D display ............ ................ ................. ............ 70 3D format ........... .................................. ............ 70 3D Glasses ... .................. .............[...]

Index 107 L Lamp cover ...... ........................................ ... 8, 94 Lamp cover fixing screw ............................. 94 Lamp hours ............ ...................... .................... 77 Lamp repla cement pe rio d ......... ................ 92 Language .............. ........................................... 76 Left screen .[...]

Index 108 V Video port ........................................................ 19 Video signal ............. ................................. 76, 77 Viewing area ..................... ................. .............. 48 V-Keystone .......... ................................. ............ 73 W Wide .................................................[...]