Epson EMP-TW680- Manual

3 Table of Contents Ba si c Ope rat ions Appen dix T roub les hoot in g Ima g e Qu alit y Adju st ment s Ins ta lli ng t h e Pr oject or Conf ig urat ion Men u Troubleshooting ■ Problem Solving ........................................ 35 Reading the indicators ............................... 35 • Wh...

4 Features of the Projector Image appearance can be selected to match the projection environment (Color Mode) Sophisticated colour adjustment The optimum images for the location can be projected simply by selecting the desired colour mode from the following seven preset modes.If "Natural", &...

5 Features of the Projector Equipped with a wide-angle lens shift function The lens shift function allows the position of the projected images to be adjusted vertically and horizontally without distorting the images.This can allow the projector to be set up with greater freedom, even if it is suspen...

6 Part Names and Functions Front / Top Control panel Buttons with no explanation function in the same way as the corresponding buttons on the remotecontrol. Refer to "Remote control" for further details on these buttons. • Front adjustable feet p.17 Extend to adjust the projection angle so t...

8 Part Names and Functions Rear Base • [SCART] input port p.12 Connects to the SCART ports of other video equipment using the D4 SCART adaptor that is packed with the projector. • [Trigger out] port When the projector power is turned on, a 12 V DC signal is output from this port. When the projector'...

9 Appearance 406 Centre of projector Centre of lens *1 Distance from centre of lens to suspension bracket fixing point (Lens shift amount: Max. 8.6 mm vertically) *2 Distance from centre of lens to centre of projector (Lens shift amount: Max. 7.7 mm horizontally) 110 *2 131.5 66 *1 19 124 309 76.3 4...

10 Setting up Adjusting the projection size 187 (73.5) 19 (7.4) 25 (9.8) 37 (14.7) 62 (24.5)75 (29.4) 91 (36.0) 50 (19.6) 125 (49.0) 93 (36.8) 229 (90.0) 23 (9.0) 30 (12.0) 46 (18.0) 76 (30.0) 61 (24.0) 152 (60.0) 114 (45.0) Centre of lens Lens shift Top Lens shift Bottom Offset Offset Screen Projec...

11 Setting up Install ing the Pr ojector * When suspending the projector from a ceiling, change the configuration menu settings. p.33 Projection methods When projecting from directly in front When projecting from a celling When projecting from the side of the screen * Even if projection will be from...

12 Connecting Image Sources *1 If a DVD has been connected using a D4 SCART adapter, change the "D4/SCART" setting in the "Input Signal" to "SCART". "Selecting the image source" p.15 *2 Some regions may not have the D4 SCART adapter included as an accessory. • Turn th...

13 Install ing the Pr ojector Preparing the Remote Control Inserting batteries into the remote control The remote control is not supplied with batteries already inserted. Insert the accessory batteriesbefore using the remote control. If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if ...

14 Projecting Images Turning the power on and projecting images ON Control Panel Remote Control Turning the power on and projecting images TIP If you set the "Direct Power On" to "On", the power of the unit will turn ON when the main power switch is turned ON, without having to press...

15 Projecting Images Basic Operations Simply pressing or does not stop electricity consumption. When the expected images are not projected If more than one signal source has been connected, or if no images are projected, use the remote control or the projector's control panel buttons to select the s...

16 Adjusting the Projection Screen Focus adjustment Fine adjustments to image size (Zoom adjustment) Projection image position adjustment (Lens shift) V H When transporting the projector, make sure to turn the lens position down by the full amount. Otherwise the lens shift function may be damaged. F...

17 Adjusting the Projection Screen Basic Operations Correcting projector tilt Correcting keystone distortion (Keystone) Displaying a test pattern If the projected images are tilted horizontally, use the front adjustable feet to adjust the projector so that it is horizontal. Correcting projector tilt...

18 Basic Image Quality Adjustments Selecting the colour mode Selecting the aspect Press or on the remote control or on on the projector's control panel to select an item.Press or to confirm the selection. * If you press , the menu disappears. If you project an image that is compressed, enlarged or s...

19 Basic Image Quality Adjustments Ima g e Quality Adjustments Living Room Natural Theatre Dynamic : Ideal for using in bright rooms. : Ideal for using in rooms in which the curtains are closed. : Ideal for using in dark rooms. It is recommended that you start in this mode when making colour adjustm...

20 Advanced Colour Adjustments If you would like to create your own images with settings adjusted the way you want them, you can adjust "Skin Tone", "Abs. Color Temp.", "RGB/RGBCMY" and/or "Gamma" in the "Color Adjustment" sub-menu of the "Picture" men...

22 Advanced Colour Adjustments RGB adjustment (Offset, Gain) Hue and saturation adjustment RGB adjustment (Offset, Gain) Hue and saturation adjustment Press and then select "Picture" - "Color Adjustment" - "RGB/RGBCMY" - "RGB" in that order and confirm the selection. ...

23 Ima g e Quality Adjustments Examining Image Quality Further In addition to colour adjustments, adjustments to advanced sharpness and the amount of light from the lamp can also be made to match the image in search of the best picture. Sharpness (Advanced) adjustment Auto Iris (automatic aperture) ...

24 Viewing Images at a Preset Image Quality (Memory Function) After menu commands such as "Color Adjustment" and "Advanced" have been used to adjust the projected images, the adjustment values can then be saved.In addition, the saved data can be retrieved easily, so that you can enjo...

25 Viewing Images at a Preset Image Quality (Memory Function) Ima g e Quality Adjustments TIP Adjust the desired settings that you would like to save in memory. Select "Save Memory" from the "Memory" menu and then press or . Select a memory name from Memory1 to Memory9 to use for sav...

26 Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to make a variety of adjustments and settings involving the screen, image quality and input signals. The following two types of menu are available. Refer to "Using the configuration menus"( p.34) for details on menu operatio...

27 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration Men u ÉXÉäÅ[ÉvÉÇÅ[Éh ì¸óÕâšëúìx Memory1 to Memory9 p.33 p.33 p.34 p.34 Memory1 to Memory9 0%, 7.5% EPSON Super White * p.29 p.29 p.29 p.29 p.30 p.30 p.32 Input A D4/SCART Auto, YCbCr , YPbPr D4(Auto), D4(YCbCr), D4(YPbPr), SCART Auto, NTSC , NTSC4.43, PA...

29 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration Men u "Image" menu This adjusts the skin tones of people who appear in the images. p.20 • RGB : This lets you adjust the offset and gain for each of the R/G/B colour components. p.22 • RGBCMY : This lets you adjust the hue and saturation for each...

30 Configuration Menu Functions (Setting is not possible when signals are being input from the [HDMI ] input port.) Use , , and to move the display position for images. (Setting is only possible when Color Mode is "Natural", "Theatre", "Theatre Black 1", or "Theatre Black...

31 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration Men u "Settings" menu This sets automatic adjustment to on or off in order to set whether the projector automatically adjustsimages to their optimum condition when the input signal is changed. The three automatically adjusteditems are "Tracki...

32 Configuration Menu Functions A fan is set at a certain speed of rotation so as to bring down internal temperature.When using above an altitude of about 1500m, set to "On". You can record your favorite image as a user's logo.The logo will be projected when projection starts and when using ...

34 Configuration Menu Functions "Reset" menu Using the configuration menus D is p la y in g a m e n u Selecting a menu item Use or to select a menu item, then press . Changing settings Example: If you press when an item with next to it is selected, the selection screen for that item will be ...

35 T roub les hoot ing Problem Solving Reading the indicators The projector is provided with the following two indi-cators which notify you of the operating status of theprojector.The following tables show what the indicators meanand how to remedy the problems that they indicate.* If all indicators ...

36 Problem Solving When the (operation) indicator is lit or flashing When the (warning) indicator is off : Lit : Flashing When the indicators provide no help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pagesgiven for each problem. Standby condition...

37 Problem Solving T roub les hoot ing Problems relating to images ■ No images appear ■ Moving images are not displayed Have you pressed the [Power] button? Press on the remote control or on the projector’s control panel. Is the main power switch turned off? Turn on the main power switch at the rear...

41 Problem Solving T roub les hoot ing ■ Projection stops automatically Problems when projection starts ■ Power does not turn on Problems with the remote control ■ The remote control does not work Is sleep mode active? When "Sleep Mode" has been set to On, the lamp turns off automatically if...

42 Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts todeteriorate. Cleaning the air filter If the air filter becomes blocked wit...

43 Maintenance Appendix Consumable replacement periods Air filter replacement period • If the air filter has been broken or the "Replace" message is displayed even though the air filter has been cleaned. Replace with an optional air filter. Replacing the air filter p.44 Lamp replacement peri...

44 Maintenance Replacing consumables Replacing the air filter Replacing the lamp Resetting the lamp operating time Remove the air filter cover. Put your finger under the latch and pull it upward. Press or to turn the power off, wait until the projector cools down, and then turn off the main power sw...

46 Optional Accessories / Consumables The following optional accessories / consumables are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories / consumables is current as of October, 2005. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Varies depending on country of p...

47 Appendix List of Supported Monitor Displays Depending on the setting, the output screen resolution will change slightly. Component Video *Letterbox signal Composite Video /S-Video *Letterbox signal : Aspect Units: Dots Signal Resolution Aspect mode Normal Squeeze Zoom Through Squeeze through Wide...

49 Appendix Specifications Product name Home Projector EMP-TW680 *Model lineup varies depending on the country. Dimensions 406 (W) × 124 (H) × 309 (D) mm (not including feet) Panel size 0.7 inch wide Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Resolution 921,600 pixels (1280 (W) × 720 (H) dots) × 3...

50 Specifications ■ Angle of tilt If you set the projector higher than 15 º , it could damage the projector and cause an accident. ■ RS-232C cable layout • Connector shape : D-Sub 9-pin (male) • Projector input connector : RS-232C <At projector> (PC serial cable) <At computer> Signal Fun...

51 Specifications Appendix We : EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at : 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 313 Long Beach, CA 90806 Tel : 562-290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product ...

52 Glossary Following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which were not explained in the manual itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. Aspect The ratio between an image's length and its ...

54 Index Absolute Color Temperature ....................................... 20,26,28Advanced ......................................................................... 27,30Air filter .................................................................................. 8Aspect .............................

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