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    							Choosing a location
The projector supports 4 viewing setups. Choose the best one for
your environment. If you install the projector in a rear or overhead
position, you’ll need to choose the correct projection option,
identified below, from the Setting menu. See the User’s Guide
on your CD-ROM for instructions.
Table
Convenient for temporary front projection.
Choose Frontfrom the menu.
Ceiling
Professional installation recommended. 
Choose Front/Ceilingfrom the menu.
Rear
For permanent installation behind a
translucent screen. Choose Rear
from the menu.
Rear/Ceiling
Professional installation behind a translucent 
screen recommended. Choose Rear/Ceiling
from the menu.
The distance between the projector and the screen determines the
size of the image. The diagram below shows approximately how big
your image will be, based on where you set up the projector. 
1Unpack the projector
Your projector comes with the following items:
Quick Setup
2Connect your video source
The projector has 3 video connectors, as shown below. Each one
requires a different type of cable. A computer cable is included.
You can purchase optional video cables through EPSON or at local
electronics stores. You can connect up to 3 video devices and
use the remote control to switch among them.
1Check the connectors on your video equipment. If more than one
connection is available, choose the one that provides the best
quality. (The projector connectors from highest to lowest quality
are Computer/Component, S-Video, and Composite Video.)
2Make sure you have the right cable(s) for the connection(s) you
want to use, and the cables are long enough for your setup.
If you need a cable longer than the standard 6 to 10 feet, you
may need a distribution amplifier. 
3Before you connect your equipment, make sure everything
is turned off.
4Connect your video equipment to the projector. 
Turn over
Projector
Power cordComputer cable
Replacement
air filter
User’s Guide
CD-ROMCarrying case
RCA video cable
(composite video)
S-Video cableComponent video
to VGA cableComputer cable
(included)
C
o
m
p
u
t
e
r
Pro
jector
Presentation
remote control
(wireless mouse)Presentation
remote
receiver
300300
3030
4040
6060
8080
100100
200200300
7.9 inches
Distance from projector to screen
30
2
222335566772 2 3 5 6 7406080100200
3-44-56-78-1010-1220-2430-36
17
To install your User’s Guide: Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. If the
installer doesn’t open automatically, double-click the EPSONCD-ROM
icon, then double-click the EPSONinstaller icon. Choose English, then
click User’s Guideto install it. If you don’t already have Adobe
®Acrobat®
Reader,®click Adobe Acrobat Readerand follow the on-screen
instructions to install it. When the guide is installed, double-click the
PowerLiteS1+
icon on your desktop to open your User’s Guide. 
NOTE
EPSONPowerLite
®
S1+
L – Audio – R S-Video VideoComputer / 
Component video
Control (RS-232C)
Monitor Out
3Set up the remote control
Pull out the insulating tape to remove it
from the battery holder.
The remote control
is ready for use.
Projector
remote
control
To play back audio through the projector, you can connect an audio
cable from your video device to the audio in ports on the projector.
See the User’s Guideon your CD-ROM for instructions.NOTE
To use the projector’s wireless mouse function, you’ll need to use
the presentation remote control and receiver. See the User’s Guide
on your CD-ROM for instructions.NOTE
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    							Choosing a location
The projector supports 4 viewing setups. Choose the best one for
your environment. If you install the projector in a rear or overhead
position, you’ll need to choose the correct projection option,
identified below, from the Setting menu. See the User’s Guide
on your CD-ROM for instructions.
Table
Convenient for temporary front projection.
Choose Frontfrom the menu.
Ceiling
Professional installation recommended. 
Choose Front/Ceilingfrom the menu.
Rear
For permanent installation behind a
translucent screen. Choose Rear
from the menu.
Rear/Ceiling
Professional installation behind a translucent 
screen recommended. Choose Rear/Ceiling
from the menu.
The distance between the projector and the screen determines the
size of the image. The diagram below shows approximately how big
your image will be, based on where you set up the projector. 
1Unpack the projector
Your projector comes with the following items:
Quick Setup
2Connect your video source
The projector has 3 video connectors, as shown below. Each one
requires a different type of cable. A computer cable is included.
You can purchase optional video cables through EPSON or at local
electronics stores. You can connect up to 3 video devices and
use the remote control to switch among them.
1Check the connectors on your video equipment. If more than one
connection is available, choose the one that provides the best
quality. (The projector connectors from highest to lowest quality
are Computer/Component, S-Video, and Composite Video.)
2Make sure you have the right cable(s) for the connection(s) you
want to use, and the cables are long enough for your setup.
If you need a cable longer than the standard 6 to 10 feet, you
may need a distribution amplifier. 
3Before you connect your equipment, make sure everything
is turned off.
4Connect your video equipment to the projector. 
Turn over
Projector
Power cordComputer cable
Replacement
air filter
User’s Guide
CD-ROMCarrying case
RCA video cable
(composite video)
S-Video cableComponent video
to VGA cableComputer cable
(included)
C
o
m
p
u
t
e
r
Pro
jector
Presentation
remote control
(wireless mouse)Presentation
remote
receiver
300300
3030
4040
6060
8080
100100
200200300
7.9 inches
Distance from projector to screen
30
2
222335566772 2 3 5 6 7406080100200
3-44-56-78-1010-1220-2430-36
17
To install your User’s Guide: Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. If the
installer doesn’t open automatically, double-click the EPSONCD-ROM
icon, then double-click the EPSONinstaller icon. Choose English, then
click User’s Guideto install it. If you don’t already have Adobe
®Acrobat®
Reader,®click Adobe Acrobat Readerand follow the on-screen
instructions to install it. When the guide is installed, double-click the
PowerLiteS1+
icon on your desktop to open your User’s Guide. 
NOTE
EPSONPowerLite
®
S1+
L – Audio – R S-Video VideoComputer / 
Component video
Control (RS-232C)
Monitor Out
3Set up the remote control
Pull out the insulating tape to remove it
from the battery holder.
The remote control
is ready for use.
Projector
remote
control
To play back audio through the projector, you can connect an audio
cable from your video device to the audio in ports on the projector.
See the User’s Guideon your CD-ROM for instructions.NOTE
To use the projector’s wireless mouse function, you’ll need to use
the presentation remote control and receiver. See the User’s Guide
on your CD-ROM for instructions.NOTE
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    							Choosing a location
The projector supports 4 viewing setups. Choose the best one for 
your environment. If you install the projector in a rear or overhead
position, you’ll need to choose the correct projection option,
identified below, from the Setting menu. See the User’s Guide
on your CD-ROM for instructions.
T able
Convenient for temporary front projection.
Choose  Frontfrom the menu.
Ceiling
Professional installation recommended. 
Choose  Front/Ceiling from the menu.
Rear
For permanent installation behind a
translucent screen. Choose  Rear
from the menu.
Rear/Ceiling
Professional installation behind a translucent 
screen recommended. Choose  Rear/Ceiling
from the menu.
The distance between the projector and the screen determines the
size of the image. The diagram below shows approximately how big
your image will be, based on where you set up the projector. 
1Unpack the projector
Y our projector comes with the following items:
Quick Setup
2Connect your video source
The projector has 3 video connectors, as shown below. Each one 
requires a different type of cable. A computer cable is included.
Y ou can purchase optional video cables through EPSON or at local
electronics stores. You can connect up to 3 video devices and
use the remote control to switch among them.
1Check the connectors on your video equipment. If more than one 
connection is available, choose the one that provides the best
quality. (The projector connectors from highest to lowest quality
are Computer/Component, S-Video, and Composite Video.)
2Make sure you have the right cable(s) for the connection(s) you
want to use, and the cables are long enough for your setup.
If you need a cable longer than the standard 6 to 10 feet, you
may need a distribution amplifier. 
3Before you connect your equipment, make sure everything
is turned off.
4Connect your video equipment to the projector. 
Projector Power cordComputer cable
Replacement
air filter
User’s Guide CD-ROM Carrying case
RCA video cable
(composite video)
S-Video cable Component video
to VGA cableComputer cable (included)
Com
pute
r
Pr o
ject or
Presentation
re mote control
(wireless mouse)Presentation remote
r eceiver
300300
3030
4040
6060
8080
100100
200200300
7.9 inches
Distance from projector to screen
30
2
222335566772 2 3 5 6 740
60
80100
200
3-44-5 6-7 8-10
10-12 20-24 30-36
17
To  
install your  User’s Guide : Insert the CD-ROM in your drive. If the
installer doesn’t open automatically, double-click the  EPSONCD-ROM
icon, then double-click the  EPSONinstaller icon. Choose  English, then
click  User’s Guide to install it. If you don’t already have Adobe
®Acrobat®
Reader,®click Adobe Acrobat Reader and follow the on-screen
instructions to install it. When the guide is installed, double-click th\
e 
PowerLiteS1 +
icon on your desktop to open your  User’s Guide. 
NOTE
EPSONPowerLite
®
S1+
L – Audio – R
S-Video Video
Computer / 
Component video
Control (RS-232C)
Monitor Out
3Set up the remote control
Pull out the insulating tape to remove it 
from the battery holder. 
The remote control 
is ready for use.
Projectorremotecontrol
To   play back audio through the projector, you can connect an audio
cable from your video device to the audio in ports on the projector. 
See the  User’s Guide on your CD-ROM for instructions.NOTE
To  use the projector’s wireless mouse function, you’ll need to use
the presentation remote control and receiver. See the  User’s Guide
on your CD-ROM for instructions.NOTE
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    							5Adjust the image
1To raise the image, press the foot adjust buttons and lift the front
of the projector. Release the buttons to lock the feet in the position
you want. 
To straighten the image, raise or lower an individual foot. 
2Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
3If your image looks like      or      , first make sure the projector
is facing the screen squarely. Then, if necessary, press the     and
buttons on the projector’s control panel until the image is corrected.
4To select the best color mode,
press the Color Modebutton
on the projector remote control
repeatedly to move through
the options.
See your User’s Guideon the CD-ROM for more
information about image adjustments.
4Plug in and turn on
1Remove the lens cover.
2Connect the power cord to the projector and plug
the other end into an electrical outlet. 
The     power light turns orange.
3If you are connecting a device other than a computer,
turn on your equipment. (If you are connecting to
a computer, don’t turn it on yet.)
4Press the     Powerbutton on the projector or remote control. 
You hear a beep, the     power light flashes green, and the
projector lamp comes on in about 6 seconds.
5If you are using a computer, turn it on now.
6Start your video or presentation.
If you have connected more than
one video source, press the
Computeror S-Video/Videobutton
on the projector remote control to select
the one you want to watch.
Source buttons
If you connected a notebook computer and
no image is being projected, you may need to
set up the notebook to output signals externally.
See the Troubleshootingsection for instructions.NOTE
Turning off the projector
1When you’re finished using the projector, first turn off the
video source. 
2Press the     Powerbutton on the projector or remote control. 
3When you see the confirmation message, press the     Power
button again. The     power light flashes orange as the projector
cools down.
4When the     power light is a steady orange, unplug the projector.
Caution:
Never unplug the projector when the      power light is green or 
flashing orange.
Where to get help
Telephone Support Services
To use the EPSON PrivateLine®Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and
enter the PIN on the included EPSON PrivateLine Support card. This service
is available 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the
duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector
support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:
U.S.:(562) 276-4394, 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday 
Canada:(905) 709-3839, 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday 
Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Electronic Support Services
EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support
services 24 hours a day at http://support.epson.com. For tips, templates,
and training for developing successful presentations go to
http://www.presentersonline.com.
Accessories
You can purchase video cables, screens, carrying cases or other
accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or by visiting the
EPSON Store
SMat www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only).
In Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen
If you see a blank screen or the No signal message
after turning on your notebook, check the following:
Make sure the     power light on the projector
is green and not flashing and the lens cover
is off.
Try turning off the notebook and restarting it.
If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press the Sourcebutton on top of the projector
to select your video source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing it.)
If you’re using Windows,
®hold down the Fnkey and press the
function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may
have an icon such as         , or it may be labelled CRT/LCD.
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.
If the projector and the notebook don’t
display the same image
If you’re using a Windows notebook:
On most systems, the         or CRT/LCD key lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both
at the same time.
You might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel
to enable both the LCD screen and external monitor port.
Check your notebook’s manual or online help for details.
If you have dual monitor support, you may need to uncheck the
option to extend your Windows desktop in the Display Properties.
If you’re using a Macintosh®PowerBook®:
OS X
1. From the Apple®menu, select System Preferences,
then click Displays.
2. Select VGA Displayor Color LCD,
click Arrangementor Arrange,
and click Mirror Displays.
OS 9.x or earlier
1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors
or Monitors and Sound.
2. Click Arrange.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display
on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.
If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one
of the Simulscan resolution settings. See your computer’s help
for instructions.
Drag one monitor icon
on top of the other
No signal (
 ? Help)
Click here
Click here
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered
trademarks and EPSON Store is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks
of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2003 by Epson America, Inc. 11/03
Printed in China 
CPD-17498
Color Mode
button
Power button
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    Enable zoom 
    							5Adjust the image
1To raise the image, press the foot adjust buttons and lift the front
of the projector. Release the buttons to lock the feet in the position
you want. 
To straighten the image, raise or lower an individual foot. 
2Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
3If your image looks like      or      , first make sure the projector
is facing the screen squarely. Then, if necessary, press the     and
buttons on the projector’s control panel until the image is corrected.
4To select the best color mode,
press the Color Modebutton
on the projector remote control
repeatedly to move through
the options.
See your User’s Guideon the CD-ROM for more
information about image adjustments.
4Plug in and turn on
1Remove the lens cover.
2Connect the power cord to the projector and plug
the other end into an electrical outlet. 
The     power light turns orange.
3If you are connecting a device other than a computer,
turn on your equipment. (If you are connecting to
a computer, don’t turn it on yet.)
4Press the     Powerbutton on the projector or remote control. 
You hear a beep, the     power light flashes green, and the
projector lamp comes on in about 6 seconds.
5If you are using a computer, turn it on now.
6Start your video or presentation.
If you have connected more than
one video source, press the
Computeror S-Video/Videobutton
on the projector remote control to select
the one you want to watch.
Source buttons
If you connected a notebook computer and
no image is being projected, you may need to
set up the notebook to output signals externally.
See the Troubleshootingsection for instructions.NOTE
Turning off the projector
1When you’re finished using the projector, first turn off the
video source. 
2Press the     Powerbutton on the projector or remote control. 
3When you see the confirmation message, press the     Power
button again. The     power light flashes orange as the projector
cools down.
4When the     power light is a steady orange, unplug the projector.
Caution:
Never unplug the projector when the      power light is green or 
flashing orange.
Where to get help
Telephone Support Services
To use the EPSON PrivateLine®Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and
enter the PIN on the included EPSON PrivateLine Support card. This service
is available 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the
duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector
support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:
U.S.:(562) 276-4394, 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday 
Canada:(905) 709-3839, 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday 
Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Electronic Support Services
EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support
services 24 hours a day at http://support.epson.com. For tips, templates,
and training for developing successful presentations go to
http://www.presentersonline.com.
Accessories
You can purchase video cables, screens, carrying cases or other
accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or by visiting the
EPSON Store
SMat www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only).
In Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen
If you see a blank screen or the No signal message
after turning on your notebook, check the following:
Make sure the     power light on the projector
is green and not flashing and the lens cover
is off.
Try turning off the notebook and restarting it.
If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press the Sourcebutton on top of the projector
to select your video source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing it.)
If you’re using Windows,
®hold down the Fnkey and press the
function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may
have an icon such as         , or it may be labelled CRT/LCD.
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.
If the projector and the notebook don’t
display the same image
If you’re using a Windows notebook:
On most systems, the         or CRT/LCD key lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both
at the same time.
You might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel
to enable both the LCD screen and external monitor port.
Check your notebook’s manual or online help for details.
If you have dual monitor support, you may need to uncheck the
option to extend your Windows desktop in the Display Properties.
If you’re using a Macintosh®PowerBook®:
OS X
1. From the Apple®menu, select System Preferences,
then click Displays.
2. Select VGA Displayor Color LCD,
click Arrangementor Arrange,
and click Mirror Displays.
OS 9.x or earlier
1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors
or Monitors and Sound.
2. Click Arrange.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display
on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.
If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one
of the Simulscan resolution settings. See your computer’s help
for instructions.
Drag one monitor icon
on top of the other
No signal (
 ? Help)
Click here
Click here
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered
trademarks and EPSON Store is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks
of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2003 by Epson America, Inc. 11/03
Printed in China 
CPD-17498
Color Mode
button
Power button
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    image text
    Enable zoom 
    							5Adjust the image
1To raise the image, press the foot adjust buttons and lift the front
of the projector. Release the buttons to lock the feet in the position
you want. 
To straighten the image, raise or lower an individual foot. 
2Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
3If your image looks like      or      , first make sure the projector
is facing the screen squarely. Then, if necessary, press the     and
buttons on the projector’s control panel until the image is corrected.
4To select the best color mode,
press the Color Modebutton
on the projector remote control
repeatedly to move through
the options.
See your User’s Guideon the CD-ROM for more
information about image adjustments.
4Plug in and turn on
1Remove the lens cover.
2Connect the power cord to the projector and plug
the other end into an electrical outlet. 
The     power light turns orange.
3If you are connecting a device other than a computer,
turn on your equipment. (If you are connecting to
a computer, don’t turn it on yet.)
4Press the     Powerbutton on the projector or remote control. 
You hear a beep, the     power light flashes green, and the
projector lamp comes on in about 6 seconds.
5If you are using a computer, turn it on now.
6Start your video or presentation.
If you have connected more than
one video source, press the
Computeror S-Video/Videobutton
on the projector remote control to select
the one you want to watch.
Source buttons
If you connected a notebook computer and
no image is being projected, you may need to
set up the notebook to output signals externally.
See the Troubleshootingsection for instructions.NOTE
Turning off the projector
1When you’re finished using the projector, first turn off the
video source. 
2Press the     Powerbutton on the projector or remote control. 
3When you see the confirmation message, press the     Power
button again. The     power light flashes orange as the projector
cools down.
4When the     power light is a steady orange, unplug the projector.
Caution:
Never unplug the projector when the      power light is green or 
flashing orange.
Where to get help
Telephone Support Services
To use the EPSON PrivateLine®Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and
enter the PIN on the included EPSON PrivateLine Support card. This service
is available 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the
duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector
support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:
U.S.:(562) 276-4394, 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday 
Canada:(905) 709-3839, 6 
AMto 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday 
Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Electronic Support Services
EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support
services 24 hours a day at http://support.epson.com. For tips, templates,
and training for developing successful presentations go to
http://www.presentersonline.com.
Accessories
You can purchase video cables, screens, carrying cases or other
accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or by visiting the
EPSON Store
SMat www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only).
In Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen
If you see a blank screen or the No signal message
after turning on your notebook, check the following:
Make sure the     power light on the projector
is green and not flashing and the lens cover
is off.
Try turning off the notebook and restarting it.
If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press the Sourcebutton on top of the projector
to select your video source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing it.)
If you’re using Windows,
®hold down the Fnkey and press the
function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may
have an icon such as         , or it may be labelled CRT/LCD.
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.
If the projector and the notebook don’t
display the same image
If you’re using a Windows notebook:
On most systems, the         or CRT/LCD key lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both
at the same time.
You might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel
to enable both the LCD screen and external monitor port.
Check your notebook’s manual or online help for details.
If you have dual monitor support, you may need to uncheck the
option to extend your Windows desktop in the Display Properties.
If you’re using a Macintosh®PowerBook®:
OS X
1. From the Apple®menu, select System Preferences,
then click Displays.
2. Select VGA Displayor Color LCD,
click Arrangementor Arrange,
and click Mirror Displays.
OS 9.x or earlier
1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors
or Monitors and Sound.
2. Click Arrange.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display
on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.
If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one
of the Simulscan resolution settings. See your computer’s help
for instructions.
Drag one monitor icon
on top of the other
No signal (
 ? Help)
Click here
Click here
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered
trademarks and EPSON Store is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks
of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2003 by Epson America, Inc. 11/03
Printed in China 
CPD-17498
Color Mode
button
Power button
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