Epson PowerLite TW100 - Manual

W Welcome 1 - Welcome T hank you for choosing the EPSON ® PowerLite ® TW100 Home Theater Projector. Now you can enjoy high-quality front or rear projection in the relaxing environment of your own home. Features The PowerLite TW100 offers these powerful features: ■ 16:9 wide format LCD panel ■ 600:1 ...

2 Welcome Supported Devices You can connect the projector to any of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player, DTV decoder, HDTV tuner, videodisc player, cable/satellite box, TV, video game console, audio/video receiver, camcorder, personal video recorder, digital camera, or laser disc player. Th...

Welcome 3 ■ Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may need the Macintosh adapter set shown on page 60. Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer. You can purchase many of these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON at (...

4 Welcome Easy to Use The projector is very easy to use. Buttons on the projector and remote control let you make quick adjustments to the projected image: ■ If multiple devices are connected to the projector, press the Input buttons to switch from one to the next. ■ Press the Colortune button to se...

Welcome 5 Using Your Documentation Your owner’s kit includes warranty information, your PrivateLine ® Support card, Quick Setup sheet, and this User’s Guide . See the Quick Setup sheet to connect the projector to a video source such as a DVD player or VCR. (If you are connecting the projector to a c...

6 Welcome Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty (on page 69) as well as an international warranty; so you can use your projector with confidence anywhere in the world. For details, see the warranty brochure included in your owner’s kit. In addition, EPSON offe...

1 Using the Projector 7 1 Using the Projector F ollow the instructions in this chapter to: ■ Turn on the projector and other equipment ■ Switch between picture sources ■ Adjust the image ■ Turn off the picture and sound ■ Freeze the action ■ Shut down the projector

8 Using the Projector Turning On Your Equipment Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and connected correctly, as described on the Quick Setup sheet or in Appendix A. Then turn on your projector and other equipment as described below. Turning On the Projector 1. Make sure the power...

Using the Projector 9 5. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. The P power light on top of the projector flashes orange, and then stays orange. 6. Turn on the power to any equipment connected to the projector. 7. Press the Power button on the remote control or the top of the pr...

10 Using the Projector 8. Press the Play button on your video source to start your video (if necessary). 9. If you’ve connected more than one video and/or computer source, you may need to select a different source. Press the Source button on the projector or one of the Input buttons on the remote co...

Using the Projector 11 Switching Between Picture Sources If your projector is connected to more than one video source, you can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to switch between the different sources. On the projector’s control panel, press the Source button to display the curr...

12 Using the Projector Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments: ■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it as described below. ■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 13. ■ If the image isn’t square, see page 14. ■ To select a different ...

Using the Projector 13 3. If you need to straighten the image, rotate the round adjustable foot at the back of the projector. If the image is no longer square after raising it, see page 14. Focusing and Zooming Your Image The size of your projected image is determined mainly by the distance between ...

14 Using the Projector Adjusting the Image Shape If the projector is raised in the front or the back, like this: your projected image may not be square or rectangular; it may have a “keystone” shape like one of the examples shown below. To correct this, hold down the Shift button on the projector’s ...

Using the Projector 15 Displaying a Test Pattern You can display a test pattern before or during projection to adjust the focus, correct keystone distortion, and select the best light and dark shades. Follow these steps: 1. Press the Pattern button on the remote control or the projector’s control pa...

16 Using the Projector Selecting the Color Mode You can select from five pre-set color modes to get the best color settings: ■ Dynamic —for projecting images with greater modulation and color intensity ■ Theater —good when projecting movies or images with dark scenes ■ Natural —best for projecting i...

Using the Projector 17 Selecting the Aspect Ratio The aspect ratio is the ratio between an image’s length and its height. Standard images have an aspect ratio of 4:3 and HDTV images have an aspect ratio of 16:9. If your video source is 16:9, the projector displays it in its native ratio. If it is 4:...

Using the Projector 19 Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of detail (such as the text of a letter), you may notice one or more vertical stripes or bands, or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. You ...

20 Using the Projector Freezing the Action If you want to temporarily freeze the action on the screen, press the Still button on the remote control. This freezes any moving images on the screen until you press the Still button again. Like the Blank feature, the video and audio input continue while t...

Using the Projector 21 3. Press the Power button again. The lamp is turned off and the P power light flashes orange for a minute or two as the projector cools down. When the projector has cooled, the power light stays orange and the exhaust fan shuts off. If you want to turn the projector on again, ...

24 Fine-tuning the Projector Using the Projector’s Menu System The projector menus let you adjust and customize many projector features: ■ The Video menu controls the look and quality of the projected image. It offers several ways to adjust the color (including the black and white levels) and fine-t...

Fine-tuning the Projector 25 Changing Settings Through the Full Menus 1. Press the Menu button on the control panel or the remote control. You see the main menu screen: The five menus are listed on the left, and the options available for the highlighted menu are shown on the right. 2. Press the or b...

26 Fine-tuning the Projector 5. Use the or button (control panel) or press right or left on the Select button (remote control) to change the setting for the selected option. Enabled settings are indicated by a green light, while disabled ones are gray. If an option has a submenu, press the Select bu...

Fine-tuning the Projector 27 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to change any other settings using the line menu. Press Esc to close any submenu. 5. When you finish, press the Esc or Menu button to turn off the line menu. Adjusting the Image Appearance The Video and Advanced menus let you make a variety of adj...

28 Fine-tuning the Projector Adjusting Image Color and Clarity Follow these steps to get the best color and the sharpest image using the Video menu: 1. Press the Menu button. You see the menu screen. 2. Press the Select button to select the Video menu. 3. Use the , , , or buttons on the control pane...

Fine-tuning the Projector 29 PC: Best for making computer presentations as bright as possible sRGB : To use the sRGB standard for computer displays (the default when projecting from a computer with analog video) ■ Tracking (analog computer images only) Removes unwanted vertical lines from a computer...

32 Fine-tuning the Projector Repositioning the Image Follow these steps to move the image to a different position on the screen: 1. Press the Menu button to display the menu screen. 2. Select the Advanced menu. 3. Select the Position option. You see a positioning screen. 4. Use the , , , or buttons ...

34 Fine-tuning the Projector Saving and Recalling Image Quality Settings You can save the image quality settings for a particular computer or video source and then recall them later automatically by just pressing the Memory button on the remote control. This is useful if you use more than one input ...

Fine-tuning the Projector 35 Recalling a Memory Setting When you want to use a saved memory setting, press one of the memory buttons on the remote control. This applies the saved settings to the image currently being projected on the screen. Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information Use the About men...

36 Fine-tuning the Projector If the projector is connected to a computer, you see these settings: The life span of the lamp is about 3000 hours. If the number shown is close to 3000, make sure you have a spare lamp handy. After you change the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer. (See “Replacing t...

3 Maintaining the Projector 37 3 Maintaining the Projector Y our projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens may show up on your projected image. You also need to periodically clean the air filter to prevent overhea...

38 Maintaining the Projector Cleaning the Lens Clean the lenses whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. ■ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. ■ To remove dirt or smears on the lenses, use lens-cleaning paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe ...

40 Maintaining the Projector 7. To install a new filter, first insert the tabs, then press down until it clicks in place. Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp typically lasts for about 3000 hours of use. It is time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projection image gets darker or starts to deteriora...

42 Maintaining the Projector 7. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. 8. To replace the lamp cover, insert the tabs and then snap the cover into place. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is loose.) After replacing the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer as described in the n...

Maintaining the Projector 43 4. Select Yes and press Select . 5. When you’re finished, press Esc or Menu . The lamp usage timer doesn’t register until you’ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours. Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for a while, do the following: ■ Make sure the t...

4 Solving Problems 45 4 Solving Problems T his chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself. This chapter explains: ■ Using the projector’s on-screen help system ■ What to do when the projector’s status lig...

46 Solving Problems Using On-Screen Help Follow these steps to access the projector’s on-screen help: 1. Press the ? Help button on the projector or the remote control. You see the Help menu: 2. Choose the option you want and press the Select button. You see the submenu, such as: 3. Highlight the pr...

Solving Problems 47 4. Highlight a solution (if this choice is available). Then press the Select button. Press the Esc button if you need to back up. If the solution is to adjust one of the settings, use the , , , or button on the projector or the Select button on the remote control to adjust it. 5....

50 Solving Problems Solving Image Problems No image appears on the screen. ■ Check that the P power light is green, not flashing, and the lens cover is off. ■ The projector may be in standby (or Sleep) mode. If the P power light is orange, press the Power button to turn the projector on. Check the S...

Solving Problems 53 The image is upside-down or reversed. Change the setting for the Projection option in the Setting menu. (See page 33.) The message Not Supported is displayed. ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed SXGA (1280 × 720). Also, make sure the frequency is supported by th...

54 Solving Problems The image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped. If you’ve tilted the projector upward by extending the foot, the image will be broader at the top. If it is tilting downward, it will be broader at the base. To correct this, hold down the Shift button on the projector’s control panel...

Solving Problems 55 ■ Adjust the Sharpness setting on the Video menu (see page 28). When you change video settings, you should be able to see the effect on the screen immediately. If you’re projecting from a computer, you may also need to adjust the tracking and sync as described in the next section...

56 Solving Problems ■ Make sure the input signal matches the connected source. Check the settings for the Video Signal , Input A , and Input B options in the Advanced menu. (See page 31 for more information.) ■ If the input source is a computer, check its display settings to correct the color balanc...

Solving Problems 57 Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table. Telephone Support Services To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Supp...

A Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer 59 A Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer T his appendix explains how to connect a laptop or desktop PC or Macintosh to the projector’s VGA or DVI interface. Before you start, make sure you have the proper cables, identified on page ...

60 Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer 4. Connect the other end of the computer cable to your computer’s video port. If you’re using a Macintosh and the cable doesn’t fit, you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter. To use the adapter, remove its cover as shown and set its DIP ...

Appendix A: Connecting the Projector to a Computer 61 Connecting to a DVI Computer Source The projector’s DVI (Digital Visual Interface) port receives pictures directly from your computer in digital format. This lets the projector display images of greater clarity than can be achieved using a standa...

B Appendix B: Notices 63 B Appendix B: Notices T his chapter includes safety instructions and other important information about your EPSON PowerLite projector. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Do not place the projector on an u...

66 Appendix B: Notices Remote Control Information You can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the projector. The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions: ■ There is an object between t...

Appendix B: Notices 67 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport WayMS: 3-13Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Teleph...

68 Appendix B: Notices FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a ...

Appendix B: Notices 69 Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered : Epson America, Inc. (“EPSON”) warrants to the first end user customer of the EPSON product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purcha...

C Appendix C: Technical Specifications 71 C Appendix C: Technical Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels Diagonal: 0.9 inches (22.9 mm) Lens F=1.74 to 2.06, f=28.3 mm to 37.98 mm Resolution(native format) 1280 × 768 pixels Color reproduction 24 bit, ...

72 Appendix C: Technical Specifications Projection Lamp Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 150 W Lamp life About 3000 hours Part number V13H010L17 Remote Control Range 32.8 feet (10 meters) Batteries Alkaline AA (2) Dimensions Height 4.1 inches (104 mm) Width 13.7 inches (348 mm) Dep...

Appendix C: Technical Specifications 73 Environmental Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH,non-condensing Storage: 10 to 90% RH,non-condensing Safety United States FCC Part 15J Class BUL1950 Rev. 3 Canada DOC SOR/88-475C...

74 Appendix C: Technical Specifications Compatible Video Formats The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM international video standards, as well as the monitor display formats listed below. To project images output from a computer, the computer’s video card must be set at a refresh rate (vertical...

Appendix C: Technical Specifications 77 Screen Size and Projection Distances The distance between the projector and the screen determines the basic size of the projected image, as shown below. Because other adjustments—such as those made with the zoom ring, Aspect button, and Keystone button—also af...

78 Appendix C: Technical Specifications Supported Signal Resolutions Component video Composite Video/S-Video Signal Resolution Aspect mode Normal Squeeze Zoom Through Squeeze Through SDTV (480i, 60Hz) 640 × 480640 × 360 (when zoomed) 960 × 720(4:3 aspect) 1280 × 720(16:9 aspect) 1280 × 720(16:9 aspe...

Appendix C: Technical Specifications 79 RGB * These resolutions are compatible with both analog and digital formats. ** This connection is not possible for models that are not equipped with a VGA output port. Signal Resolution Aspect Normal Zoom Through PC98 640 × 400 1152 × 720 – 640 × 400 EGA 640 ...

Index 81 Index A A Input button, 11About menu, 24, 35 to 36Accessories, 3 to 4, 58Action, freezing, 20Advanced menu, 24, 29 to 31Air filter, cleaning and replacing, 38 to 40Anti-theft device, 3A-RGB button, 11Aspect ratio, 17, 71Auto button, 19, 32 B B Input button, 11Back adjustable foot, 12Black l...