Epson Powerlite S3 Users Guide

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Maintenance
It is time to replace the lamp when:
 The message Replace the Lamp. appears on the screen when 
projection starts
. When the Lamp indicator is flashing orange
 The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorateLamp Replacement Period
A message will be displayed.
Flashing orange
 The lamp replacement message is set to appear after the 
following periods of time in order to maintain the initial 
brightness and quality of the projected images. 
Brightness Control sp.37
· When used...

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Maintenance
PROCEDUREA
After you turn off the projector’s power, and the 
confirmation buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the 
power cable.
B
Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the 
lamp cover from the base of the projector.
Loosen the lamp cover screw with the screwdriver that is 
supplied with the spare lamp (or your own cross head [Phillips] 
screwdriver).
Then slide the lamp cover straight forward and lift it to remove.
C
Loosen the two lamp screws.
Loosen the two lamp screws with the...

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E
Install the new lamp.
Insert the new lamp so that it fits in place correctly. Once it is 
fully inserted, tighten the two screws.
F
Install the lamp cover.
Slide the lamp cover onto the projector and tighten the cover 
screw.
 Install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, 
the lamp turns off automatically as a safety precaution. 
Moreover, the lamp will not turn on if the lamp or the 
lamp cover is not installed correctly.
 The lamp contains mercury. Dispose of used lamps...

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Maintenance
The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp 
operating time. When the cumulative operating time reaches a certain 
point, it causes the replacement warning message to be displayed. 
Therefore, the counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced 
with a new one. You can do this using the configuration menu.
PROCEDUREA
Connect the power cable and turn on the projector.
B
Select “Reset” from the configuration menu, and then 
select “Lamp-Hours reset.” 
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Maintenance
If the air filters are broken or if the warning message reappears after they 
have been cleaned, they should be replaced.
The air filter can be replaced even if the projector is installed on a ceiling.
PROCEDUREA
Turn off the projector’s power. When the confirmation 
buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable.
B
Remove the air filter.
Put your finger into the recess of the air filter and slide it 
forward to remove it.
C
Install the new air filter.
Slide the air filter covers in from...

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Saving a Users LogoYou can record the image that is currently being projected as a users logo.
PROCEDUREA
Project the image you would like to use as the user’s 
logo, and then display the configuration menu.
B
Select “Extended” from the configuration menu, and 
then select “User’s Logo.” 
For details on this operation, refer to 
“Using the Configuration 
Menu.” sp.34
Check which buttons on the remote control or the control panel 
you can use, and the operations they perform, in the guide at the...

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Saving a Users Logo
C
When “Choose this image as the Users Logo?” 
appears, select “Yes.”
D
The image to be recorded and a selection marquee 
box will be displayed. Move the marquee box to select 
the part of the image to use.
E
When “Select this image?” appears, select “Yes.”
F
Select the zoom rate from the Zoom rate setting 
screen.
G
When “Save this image?” is displayed, select “Yes.”
The image will then be saved. Once the image has been saved, 
the message “Completed.” will be displayed.
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Checking Projected Images on an External Monitor (Monitor Output)While performing presentations and so on, you can check analog RGB images 
and RGB video images from a computer being input to the Computer/
Component Video terminal by connecting an external monitor to this 
projector.
 Component video, S-Video, and component video 
images cannot be output to an external monitor.
 The setting gauge for keystone correction and the 
configuration menus and help menus are not output to 
the external...

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Optional Accessories and ConsumablesYou can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller.  For product information and to find the nearest authorized 
reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) or browse our catalog of products at www.epson.com, select the product you are interested in, and click 
“Where to Buy.” To purchase online, please visit  the Epson Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call 800-463-7766 for a...

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GlossaryThe following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which are not explained in the text of this guide itself. Further 
information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications.
Aspect ratio
The ratio between an images length and its height. HDTV images have an aspect ratio of 16:9 and appear elongated. The 
aspect ratio for standard images is 4:3.
Color Temp.
The temperature of an object that is emitting light. If the...