Epson EH-TW480 User manual

User’s Guide

Notations Used in This Guide
•Safety indications
The documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projector safely.
Please understand and respect these caution symbols in order to avoid injury to persons or property.
Warning
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.
Caution
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling.
•General information indications
Attention
Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken.
a
Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic.
sIndicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found.
g Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms. See the "Glossary"
section of the "Appendix".
s"Glossary" p.98
[Name] Indicates the name of the buttons on the remote control or the control panel.
Example: [Esc] button
Menu Name Indicates Configuration menu items.
Example:
Select Brightness from Image.
Image - Brightness

Notations Used in This Guide ........................ 2
Introduction
Part Names and Functions ................................... 7
Front/Top...................................................7
Rear....................................................... 8
Base.......................................................9
ControlPanel................................................10
RemoteControl ...............................................11
Replacingtheremotecontrolbatteries ............................. 13
Remotecontroloperatingrange.................................13
Preparing the Projector
Installing the Projector ..................................... 15
InstallationMethods...........................................15
Installationmethods.........................................15
ScreenSizeandApproximateProjectionDistance.......................16
Connecting Equipment ..................................... 17
ConnectingImageSources.......................................17
ConnectingaComputer ......................................... 19
ConnectingUSBDevices .........................................21
Basic Usage
ProjectingImages ......................................... 24
Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image(Source Search)
..........................................................24
SwitchingtotheTargetImagebyRemoteControl.......................25
ProjectingwithUSBDisplay......................................25
Systemrequirements .........................................25
Connectingforthefirsttime ....................................26
Uninstalling...............................................27
AdjustingProjectedImages ................................ 29
CorrectingKeystoneDistortion.................................... 29
Correctingautomatically......................................29
Correctingmanually.........................................30
AdjustingtheImageSize ........................................ 33
AdjustingtheImagePosition.....................................33
AdjustingtheHorizontalTilt......................................33
CorrectingtheFocus...........................................34
AdjustingtheVolume..........................................34
SelectingtheProjectionQuality(SelectingColorMode)...................34
SettingAutoIris..............................................35
ChangingtheAspectRatiooftheProjectedImage ......................35
Changingmethods.......................................... 36
Changingtheaspectmode ..................................... 36
Useful Functions
ProjectionFunctions ....................................... 39
ProjectingWithoutaComputer(Slideshow)...........................39
Specifications for files that can be projected usingSlideshow ..............39
Slideshowexamples.........................................39
Slideshowoperatingmethods...................................39
Projectingtheselectedimage...................................41
Projectingimagefilesinafolderinsequence(Slideshow)................42
ImagefiledisplaysettingsandSlideshowoperationsettings..............43
HidingtheImageandSoundTemporarily(A/VMute).....................44
FreezingtheImage(Freeze)......................................44
PointerFunction(Pointer) ........................................45
EnlargingPartoftheImage(E-Zoom) ................................46
Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse) . . . . . . 47
SavingaUser'sLogo ...........................................48
SecurityFunctions ......................................... 50
ManagingUsers(PasswordProtect).................................50
KindsofPasswordProtect......................................50
Contents
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SettingPasswordProtect......................................50
EnteringthePassword........................................51
RestrictingOperation(ControlPanelLock)............................52
Anti-TheftLock ............................................... 53
Installingthewirelock ........................................53
Monitoring and Controlling ................................ 54
ESC/VP21Commands ........................................... 54
Beforestarting.............................................54
Commandlist.............................................. 54
Communicationsprotocol.....................................54
Configuration Menu
Using the Configuration Menu .............................. 56
ListofFunctions ........................................... 57
ConfigurationMenuTable.......................................57
ImageMenu .................................................58
SignalMenu .................................................59
SettingsMenu................................................61
ExtendedMenu...............................................62
InfoMenu(DisplayOnly)........................................63
ResetMenu.................................................64
Troubleshooting
UsingtheHelp ............................................. 66
ProblemSolving ........................................... 67
ReadingtheIndicators.......................................... 67
WhentheIndicatorsProvideNoHelp................................70
ProblemsRelatingtoImages ......................................71
Noimagesappear...........................................71
Moving images are not displayed (only the moving image portion turns black)
........................................................72
Projectionstopsautomatically................................... 72
ThemessageNotsupportedisdisplayed............................72
ThemessageNoSignalisdisplayed................................ 72
Imagesarefuzzy,outoffocus,ordistorted..........................73
Interferenceordistortionappearinimages..........................74
The image is truncated (large) or small, or the aspect is not suitable . . . . . . . . . 74
Imagecolorsarenotright ......................................75
Imagesappeardark.......................................... 76
ProblemswhenProjectionStarts...................................76
Theprojectordoesnotturnon..................................76
OtherProblems ...............................................77
Nosoundcanbeheardorthesoundisfaint.........................77
Theremotecontroldoesnotwork................................77
Iwanttochangethelanguageformessagesandmenus.................78
ImagefilenamesarenotdisplayedcorrectlyinSlideshow................ 78
Maintenance
Cleaning .................................................. 80
CleaningtheProjector'sSurface...................................80
CleaningtheLens.............................................80
CleaningtheAirFilter ...........................................80
ReplacingConsumables .................................... 82
ReplacingtheLamp ............................................82
Lampreplacementperiod......................................82
Howtoreplacethelamp......................................82
Resettingthelamphours......................................85
ReplacingtheAirFilter ..........................................85
Airfilterreplacementperiod....................................85
Howtoreplacetheairfilter.....................................85
Appendix
Optional Accessories and Consumables ...................... 88
OptionalAccessories...........................................88
Contents
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Consumables................................................88
ScreenSizeandProjectionDistance ......................... 89
ProjectionDistance............................................89
Supported Monitor Displays . . .............................. 91
SupportedResolutions..........................................91
Computersignals(analogRGB)..................................91
ComponentVideo ...........................................91
Compositevideo ............................................ 91
InputsignalfromtheHDMIport.................................91
Specifications ............................................. 93
ProjectorGeneralSpecifications...................................93
Appearance ............................................... 97
Glossary .................................................. 98
GeneralNotes ............................................ 100
AboutNotations ............................................. 100
GeneralNotice: .............................................. 100
Index .................................................... 101
Contents
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Introduction
This chapter explains the part names.

Front/Top
Name Function
AAir 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 exhaust vent, and do not place objects
that may become warped or damaged by heat near
the vent.
BA/V mute slide knob Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute slide.
CFoot adjust lever Press the foot adjust lever to extend and retract the front
adjustable foot.
s"Adjusting the Image Position" p.33
Name Function
DFront adjustable foot When setup on a surface such as a desk, extend the foot to
adjust the position of the image.
s"Adjusting the Image Position" p.33
EA/V mute slide Close when not using the projector to protect the lens. By
closing during projection you can hide the image and the
sound.
s"Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V
Mute)" p.44
FRemote receiver Receives signals from the remote control.
GFocus ring Adjusts the image focus.
s"Correcting the Focus" p.34
HZoom ring Adjusts the image size.
s"Adjusting the Image Size" p.33
IAir intake vent
(air filter)
Takes in air to cool the projector internally.
s"Cleaning the Air Filter" p.80
JAir filter cover Opens and closes the air filter cover.
s"Replacing the Air Filter" p.85
KSpeaker Outputs audio.
LIndicators Indicates the projector's status.
s"Reading the Indicators" p.67
MControl panel Operates the projector.
s"Base" p.9
NHorizontal keystone
adjuster
Corrects horizontal distortion in the projected image.
s"Correcting manually" p.30
OLamp cover Open when replacing the projector's lamp.
s"Replacing the Lamp" p.82
Part Names and Functions
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Rear
Name Function
ARemote receiver Receives signals from the remote control.
BPower inlet Connects the power cable to the projector.
sQuick Start Guide
CVideo port Inputs composite video signals from video sources.
DSecurity slot The Security slot is compatible with the Microsaver
Security System manufactured by Kensington.
s"Anti-Theft Lock" p.53
ELamp Cover Fixing
Screw
Screw to fix the lamp cover in place.
FHDMI port Inputs video signals from HDMI compatible video
equipment and computers. This projector is compatible
with HDCP
g .
s"Connecting Equipment" p.17
GComputer port Inputs image signals from a computer and component
video signals from other video sources.
Name Function
HUSB(TypeB) port •Connects the projector to a computer via the USB cable,
and the image on the computer is projected.
s"Projecting with USB Display" p.25
•Also use this port to connect to a computer via the USB
cable to use the Wireless Mouse function.
s"Using the Remote Control to Operate the
Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)" p.47
IUSB(TypeA) port •Connects a USB memory device or a digital camera, and
projects images as a Slideshow.
s"Projecting Without a Computer (Slideshow)"
p.39
•Connects the optional Document Camera.
JS-Video port For S-video signals from video sources.
KAudio-L/R port Inputs audio from equipment connected to the Computer
port, the S-Video port, or the Video port.
Part Names and Functions
8

Base
Name Function
ACeiling mount fixing
points (three points)
Attach the optional Ceiling Mount here when suspending
the projector from a ceiling.
s"Installing the Projector" p.15
s"Optional Accessories" p.88
BRear feet When setup on a surface such as a desk, turn to extend and
retract to adjust the horizontal tilt.
s"Adjusting the Horizontal Tilt" p.33
Name Function
CFront adjustable foot When setup on a surface such as a desk, extend the foot to
adjust the position of the image.
s"Adjusting the Image Position" p.33
DSecurity cable
installation point
Pass a commercially available wire lock through here and
lock it in place.
s"Installing the wire lock" p.53
Part Names and Functions
9

Control Panel
Name Function
A[t] button Turns the projector power on or off.
sQuick Start Guide
B[Source Search]
button
Changes to the next input source that is sending an image.
s"Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the
Projected Image (Source Search)" p.24
C[Enter] button
[]
•When the Configuration menu or the Help screen is
displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and
moves to the next level.
•If pressed while projecting analog RGB signals from the
Computer port, you can automatically optimize
Tracking, Sync., and Position.
Name Function
D[w][v] buttons •Displays the Keystone screen allowing you to correct
keystone distortion in vertical and horizontal
directions.
s"Correcting manually" p.30
•If pressed when the Configuration menu or the Help
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and
setting values.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
s"Using the Help" p.66
E[Help] button Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you how
to deal with problems if they occur.
s"Using the Help" p.66
F[Esc] button •Stops the current function.
•If pressed when the Configuration menu is displayed, it
moves to the previous menu level.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
G[a][b] buttons •[a] Decreases the volume.
[b] Increases the volume.
s"Adjusting the Volume" p.34
•Corrects keystone distortion in the horizontal direction
when the Keystone screen is displayed.
s"H/V-Keystone" p.30
•If pressed when the Configuration menu or the Help
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and
setting values.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
s"Using the Help" p.66
H[Menu] button Displays and closes the Configuration menu.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
Part Names and Functions
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Remote Control Name Function
A[t] button Turns the projector power on or off.
sQuick Start Guide
B[Computer] button Changes to images from the Computer port.
C[Video] button Each time the button is pressed, the image cycles through
the S-Video, Video, and HDMI ports.
DNumeric buttons Enter the Password.
s"Setting Password Protect" p.50
E[Auto] button If pressed while projecting analog RGB signals from the
Computer port, you can automatically optimize Tracking,
Sync., and Position.
F[Aspect] button Each time the button is pressed, the aspect mode changes.
s"Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Projected Image "
p.35
G[Num] button Hold down this button and press the numeric buttons to
enter passwords and numbers.
s"Setting Password Protect" p.50
H[Menu] button Displays and closes the Configuration menu.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
I[][ ][ ][ ]
buttons
•When the Configuration menu or the Help screen is
displayed, pressing these buttons selects menu items
and setting values.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
•When projecting a Slideshow, pressing these buttons
displays the previous/next image, rotates the image, and
so on.
s"Slideshow operating methods" p.39
•During Wireless Mouse function, the mouse pointer
moves in the direction of the button that was pushed.
s"Using the Remote Control to Operate the
Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)" p.47
Part Names and Functions
11

Name Function
J[] button •When the Configuration menu or the Help screen is
displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and
moves to the next level.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
•Acts as a mouse's left button when using the Wireless
Mouse function.
s"Using the Remote Control to Operate the
Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)" p.47
K[User] button Select any frequently used item from the five available
Configuration menu items, and assign it to this button. By
pressing the [User] button, the assigned menu item
selection/adjustment screen is displayed, allowing you to
make one-touch settings/adjustments.
s"Settings Menu" p.61
Power Consumption is assigned as the default setting.
L[Page] buttons
[[][]]
Changes pages in files such as PowerPoint files when using
the following projection methods.
•When using the Wireless Mouse function
s"Using the Remote Control to Operate the
Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)" p.47
•When using USB Display
s"Projecting with USB Display" p.25
When projecting images using Slideshow, pressing these
buttons displays the previous/next screen.
M[E-Zoom] buttons
[z][x]
Enlarges or reduces the image without changing the
projection size.
s"Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom)" p.46
N[A/V Mute] button •Turns the video and audio on or off.
s"Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V
Mute)" p.44
•You can change the Projection mode as follows by
pressing the button for about five seconds.
FrontWFront/Ceiling
RearWRear/Ceiling
Name Function
O[Help] button Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you how
to deal with problems if they occur.
s"Using the Help" p.66
P[Freeze] button Images are paused or unpaused.
s"Freezing the Image (Freeze)" p.44
Q[Volume] buttons
[a][b]
[a] Decreases the volume.
[b] Increases the volume.
s"Adjusting the Volume" p.34
R[Pointer] button Displays the on-screen pointer.
s"Pointer Function (Pointer)" p.45
S[Esc] button •Stops the current function.
•If pressed when the Configuration menu is displayed, it
moves to the previous level.
s"Using the Configuration Menu" p.56
•Acts as a mouse's right button when using the Wireless
Mouse function.
s"Using the Remote Control to Operate the
Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)" p.47
T[Color Mode] button Each time the button is pressed, the Color Mode changes.
s"Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color
Mode)" p.34
U[LAN] button Not available for this projector.
V[USB] button Each time the button is pressed, it cycles through the
following images:
•USB Display
•Images from the device connected to the USB(TypeA)
port
W[Source Search]
button
Changes to the next input source that is sending an image.
s"Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the
Projected Image (Source Search)" p.24
XRemote control light-
emitting area
Outputs remote control signals.
Part Names and Functions
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Replacing the remote control batteries
If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not
operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that the
batteries are becoming flat. When this happens, replace them with new
batteries. Have two AA size manganese or alkaline batteries ready. You
cannot use other batteries except for the AA size manganese or alkaline.
Attention
Make sure you read the following manual before handling the batteries.
sSafety Instructions
a
Remove the battery cover.
While pushing the battery compartment cover catch, lift the cover
up.
b
Replace the old batteries with new batteries.
Caution
Check the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery holder to
ensure the batteries are inserted the correct way.
c
Replace the battery cover.
Press the battery compartment cover until it clicks into place.
Remote control operating range
Part Names and Functions
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Preparing the Projector
This chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.

Installation Methods
The projector supports the following four different projection methods.
Install the projector according to the conditions of the installation location.
•Project images from in front of
the screen. (Front projection)
•Project images from behind a
translucent screen. (Rear projec-
tion)
•Suspend the projector from the
ceiling and project images from
in front of a screen. (Front/Ceil-
ing projection)
•Suspend the projector from the
ceiling and project images from
behind a translucent screen.
(Rear/Ceiling projection)
Warning
•A special method of installation is required when suspending the projector
from a ceiling (ceiling mount). If it is not installed correctly, it could fall
causing an accident and injury.
•If you use adhesives on the Ceiling mount fixing points to prevent the screws
from loosening, or if you use things such as lubricants or oils on the
projector, the projector case may crack causing it to fall from its ceiling
mount. This could cause serious injury to anyone under the ceiling mount
and could damage the projector.
When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to
prevent the screws from loosening and do not use oils or lubricants and so
on.
Attention
•Do not use the projector on its side. This may cause malfunctions to occur.
•Do not cover the projector's air intake vent or air exhaust vent. If either of
the vents are covered, the internal temperature could rise and cause a fire.
a
•An optional Ceiling mount is required when suspending the
projector from a ceiling.
s"Optional Accessories" p.88
•The default Projection setting is Front. You can change from Front
to Rear from the Configuration menu.
sExtended - Projection p.62
•You can change the Projection mode as follows by pressing down
the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control for about five seconds.
FrontWFront/Ceiling
RearWRear/Ceiling
Installation methods
Install the projector as follows.
Installing the Projector
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•Install the projector so that it is parallel to the screen.
If the projector is installed at an angle to the screen, keystone distortion
occurs in the projected image.
•Place the projector on a level surface.
If the projector is tilted the projected image is also tilted.
a
•See the following if you cannot install the projector parallel to the
screen.
s"Correcting Keystone Distortion" p.29
•See the following if you cannot install the projector on a level
surface.
s"Adjusting the Horizontal Tilt" p.33
s"Correcting Keystone Distortion" p.29
Screen Size and Approximate Projection Distance
Projection size is determined by the distance from the projector to the
screen. See the illustrations on the right to select the best position according
to the screen size. The illustrations show the approximate shortest distance
at maximum zoom. See the following for more information on the
projection distance.
s"Screen Size and Projection Distance" p.89
a
When you correct keystone distortion, the projected image may be
reduced.
(110×67cm)
(170×110cm)
(220×130cm)
(320×200cm)
50”
80”
100”
150”
Installing the Projector
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The port name, location, and connector orientation differ depending on the source being connected.
Connecting Image Sources
To project images from DVD players or game consoles and so on, connect to the projector using one of the following methods.
AWhen using the supplied component adapter and the optional component video cable
s"Optional Accessories" p.88
Connect the component output port on the image source to the projector's Computer input port.
You can output audio from the projector's speaker by connecting the audio output port on the image source to the projector's Audio Input port using a commercially available audio
cable.
BWhen using a commercially available video or S-video cable
Connect the video output port on the image source to the projector's Video port.
Or, connect the S-video output port on the image source to the projector's S-Video port.
You can output audio from the projector's speaker by connecting the audio output port on the image source to the projector's Audio Input port using a commercially available audio
cable.
CWhen using a commercially available HDMI cable
Connect the HDMI port on the image source to the projector's HDMI port.
You can send the image source's audio with the projected image.
Connecting Equipment
17

Attention
•Power off the equipment before connecting. Connecting while it is powered on may cause malfunctions to occur.
•When connecting, check the cable's connector shape with the shape of the port. Inserting a connector with a different orientation or shape by force may cause
malfunctions to occur or may damage the equipment.
Connecting Equipment
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a
•Use an HDMI cable that conforms to the HDMI standard.
•Depending on the equipment you are connecting to, the connecter shape may be specific to that equipment. In such a case, use the cable that was supplied with
the equipment or is available as an optional accessory for that equipment.
•The cable used to connect to the projector will vary according to the video signal output from the video equipment. Some video equipment can output several
different types of video signals. In general, the following are video signals in the order of image quality, from best quality to lesser quality.
Component video > S-video > Composite video
Check your video equipment's documentation to see which video signals it can output. Composite video may also be simply called "Video out".
•When a game console is connected, the projected image may be slightly delayed when operating the game console.
s"Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color Mode)" p.34
•When using a commercially available 2RCA(L/R)/stereo mini-pin audio cable, make sure it is labeled "No resistance".
Connecting a Computer
To project images from a computer, connect the computer using one of the following methods.
AWhen using the optional computer cable
Connect the computer's display output port to the projector's Computer port.
You can output audio from the projector's speaker by connecting the audio output port on the computer to the projector's Audio Input port using a commercially available audio
cable.
BWhen using a commercially available USB cable
Connect the computer's USB port to the projector's USB(TypeB) port.
You can send the computer's audio with the projected image.
CWhen using a commercially available HDMI cable
Connect the computer's HDMI port to the projector's HDMI port.
You can send the computer's audio with the projected image.
Connecting Equipment
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a
You can use a USB cable to connect the projector to a computer to project images from the computer. This function is called USB Display.
s"Projecting with USB Display" p.25
Connecting Equipment
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