Epson Powerlite S1 Technical Specifications

P R O D U C T  I N F O R M A T I O N  G U I D E
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EPSON PowerLite® S1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Projector PartsProjector Specifications 
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
active matrix with Micro Lens Array
Size of liquid 
crystal panels Diagonal: 0.5 inches (12.5 mm) × 3
Lens F=1.4 mm, f=16.6 mm
Focus adjustment Manual
Zoom ratio Digital 1.0 to 1.2, lens at maximum size
Resolution 800 × 600 pixels (native format) 
Number of pixels 480,000 × 3
Brightness 1200 ANSI lumens 
Contrast ratio 400 :1
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Dimensions
Height 4.2 inches (106 mm)
Width 14.6 inches (370 mm)
Depth 10.4 inches (265 mm)
Weight approximately 7 lb (3.2 kg)
Electrical
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Power supply 100 to 120 V model: 100 to 120 VAC, 
2.7 A
200 to 240 V model: 200 to 240 VAC,
1.3 A
Power consumption Operating: 180W
Standby: 5W 
Environmental
Temperature
(non-condensing) Operating: 41 to 95° F (5 to 35° C), 
Storage: 14 to 140° F (–10 to 60° C)
Safety
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Positioning the Projector
Follow these guidelines to get the best results when projecting:
❏Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, between 
3 and 37 feet from the screen.
❏Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and 
under the projector.
❏Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded 
electrical outlet or extension cord and within 5 feet of the 
image source.
❏Face the projector squarely toward the...

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Turning the Projector On and Off
Once you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other 
equipment follow these instructions to turn it on and display an 
image:
1. Make sure the power is turned off for the projector and any 
sources connected to it.
2. Remove the lens cover.
3. Connect the power cord to the projector and plug the other 
end into a grounded electrical outlet. 
The P 
Power light on the projector turns orange,...

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 Power button again. The lamp is turned off and 
the P
 Power light flashes orange as the projector cools 
down. When the projector has cooled, the P
 Power light 
stays orange and the exhaust fan shuts off.
Note: If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until 
the orange light stops flashing. Then press the P
 Power 
button.
4. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Caution: Do not disconnect the power...

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Arrange icon, and then drag one monitor icon on 
top of the other. 
Note: If the 
Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select 
one of the Simulscan resolution settings. Click the 
Monitor icon and 
then select a Simulscan resolution from the ones in the Resolution 
box. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making 
the selection.)
Switching Between Picture Sources
You can connect the projector to...

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Adjusting the Image Size 
You can adjust your image size using the zoom button on 
the projector, or zoom into a portion of the image using the 
E-Zoom button on the remote control.
Using the Zoom Button
To enlarge or reduce your image size in small increments, press 
the 
Wide button to enlarge the image or press the Tele button 
to reduce it.
Note:
You can always move the projector closer to or farther from the 
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Selecting the Color Mode
There are five color modes available. Make a selection 
appropriate for the conditions in which you are projecting.
❏Dynamic
Images are modulated and made crisper to emphasize 
brightness.
❏Presentation
Brightness is emphasized. For presentations in bright rooms.
❏Theatre
Best for watching movies in their natural tones.
❏Living Room
Brightness is emphasized. Ideal for playing video games in 
bright rooms.
❏sRGB...

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Projector Status Lights
If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for 
it to cool, and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and 
turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check 
the lights on top of the projector. They alert you to problems 
with projector operations.
Using the Remote Control
The remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. It lets 
you access the projector’s...