Epson Powerlite S4 Users Guide

User’s Guide Epson PowerLite  S4
® 

2Meaning of Symbols 
Meaning of Symbols
Copyright Notice
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Contents
Meaning of Symbols 2
Copyright Notice 2
Trademarks 2
Projector Features
Setting Up the Projector 6
Part Names and Functions 7
Front/Top 7
Control Panel 8
Rear 9
Base 10
Remote Control 11
Adjusting and Changing the Image
Adjusting the Image Quality 12
Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images 12
Selecting the Projection Quality (Color Mode) 14
Adjusting the Projection Position (Image Shift) 16
Adjusting the Volume 17
Selecting the Image Source 17
Automatically Detecting the Source (Source...

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Maintenance
Cleaning 39
Cleaning the Projector 39
Cleaning the Lens 39
Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vent 39
Replacing Consumables 40
Replacing the Batteries 40
Lamp Replacement Period 40
Replacing the Lamp 41
Resetting the Lamp Operating Time 43
Replacing the Air Filter 44
Troubleshooting
Using the Help Menu 45
Problem Solving 47
Reading the Indicators 47
When the Indicators Provide No Help 50
Where To Get Help 57
Internet Support 57
Speak to a Support Representative 57
Purchase Supplies...

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Projector Features
Direct Power On and Instant Off
Use the Direct Power On function to turn the projector on simply by plugging 
the power cable into an electrical outlet. See page 36
.
When you’re done using the projector, just turn it off, unplug it, and place it in 
the carrying case. The projector’s Instant Off design means you don’t have to 
let it cool down first.
Ease of Use
◗Lens cover
Temporarily stop projection by closing the lens 
cover.
◗Single foot design
Make height adjustments quickly...

6Setting Up the Projector 
Setting Up the Projector
The projector supports the following four projection methods, allowing you to 
choose the best method for displaying your images.
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• For ceiling mount installation (suspending from the ceiling), a special 
installation procedure is required. Failure to install correctly may 
result in injury or damage if the projector falls.
• Do not turn the projector on its side during projection, or malfunctions 
may occur.
• To prolong the life of the projector,...

7Part Names and Functions 
Part Names and Functions
Front/Top
Lamp cover
Open this cover when replacing the 
projectors lamp.
Control panel
Remote control light-receiving area
Receives signals from the remote control.
Front adjustable foot
Raises the projector to adjust the projection 
angle.Lens cover
Slide shut when not using the projector to 
protect the lens.
If you close it while projecting, the image and 
sound are termporarily stopped. Focus ring
Adjusts the image focus.
Foot release lever
Extends...

8Part Names and Functions 
Control Panel
[Power] button
Turns the projector power on or off.
[Help] button
Displays and closes the help, which shows 
solutions if a problem occurs.
[Menu] button 
Displays and closes the configuration menu.
[Esc] button
Stops the current function.
Displays the previous screen 
or menu while viewing a 
configuration menu. 
[Source Search] button 
The input source is automatically searched for in the 
following order, and the input image from the connected 
equipment is...

9Part Names and Functions 
Rear
Remote control light-receiving area 
Receives signals from the remote control.
Power inlet 
Connects to the power cable. Computer port 
Inputs analog RGB video signals from a 
computer and RGB video signals and 
component video signals from other video 
sources.Video port 
Inputs component 
video signals to the 
projector from other 
video sources. S-Video port 
Inputs S-video signals 
to the projector from 
other video sources.USB port 
Connects the projector to a...

10Part Names and Functions 
Base
Air filter (air intake vent) 
This prevents dust and other foreign particles 
from getting inside the projector when air is 
drawn in. It should be cleaned and replaced 
periodically.
Suspension bracket fixing points (3 points)
Attach the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling.
Front adjustable footFoot adjust lever
Air intake vent
Clean the air intake vent 
periodically.