Epson Powerlite S6 Users Guide

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Restoring the Default Settings
You can use the Reset option on any menu to restore the 
factory-default settings for the settings in that menu.
To restore all the projector settings to their factory-default values, 
select the 
Reset menu, highlight Reset All, press Enter, and select 
Yes to confirm.
Adjusting the Image
You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, 
tint, contrast, and 
Auto Iris settings.
1. Press the 
Menu button on the projector or remote control and 
select the 
Image menu. You see a screen similar to one of these:
note
When you select Reset All 
in the Reset menu, it does 
not reset the Input Signal, 
User’s Logo, Language, or 
Lamp Hours settings.
note
If you are using the HDMI 
port (PowerLite W6 Series 
only), you see the menu on 
the left if the current signal 
is digital RGB video, or the 
menu on the right if the 
signal is component video.
Computer/RGB video Component video/ 
Composite video/ 
S-Video 
						

							62Fine-Tuning the Projector2. Adjust the desired options as needed:
■Color Mode
Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various 
environments. You can save a different setting for each 
source. See page 46 for a description of each color mode.
■Brightness 
Lightens or darkens the overall image. 
■Contrast
Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. 
■Color Saturation
Adjusts the color depth of the image. 
■Tint
Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image. 
■Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness of the image. 
■Color Temp.
Sets the color temperature of the image. Select High to tint 
the image bluer or 
Low to tint it redder (default setting is 
Medium). (Not available if sRGB is selected as the Color 
Mode setting.) 
■Color Adjustment
Adjusts the color values. Select Red, Green, Blue to adjust 
red, green, and blue hue and saturation values. (Not available 
if 
sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting.)
■Auto Iris
Automatically adjusts the projected luminance according to 
the brightness of the image. (Available only when 
Game or 
Theater is selected as the Color Mode for the current input 
source.)
note
The available settings vary 
depending on the input 
source selected.
The 
Brightness setting 
changes the opacity of the 
projector’s LCD panels. You 
can also change the lamp’s 
brightness. Select 
Brightness Control in the 
Settings menu, then choose 
High or Low (the default 
setting is High). 
						

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Adjusting Signal Settings
Although the projector normally detects and optimizes the input 
signal automatically, you can use the Signal menu to make manual 
adjustments. In addition to changing the position of the projected 
image, you can correct tracking and sync for computer images, or 
change the aspect ratio. 
1. Press the 
Menu button and select the Signal menu. You see a 
screen similar to one of those below. (The settings will be different 
depending on the source you are projecting from.)
2. Adjust the desired options as needed:
■Auto Setup 
Leave this setting 
On to automatically optimize computer 
images. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have 
made to the Tracking, Sync, and Position settings.
■Resolution
Set to Auto to have the projector automatically identify the 
resolution of the input signal. If necessary, select 
Wide (for 
widescreen images) or 
Normal (for 4:3 ratio images).
Computer/RGB video Component video
Composite video/S-Video HDMI (PowerLite W6 Series only) 
						

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■Tracking
Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in computer 
images.
■Sync
Adjust this value if computer images appear blurry or flicker.
■Position
If the image is slightly cut off on one or more sides, it may not 
be centered exactly. Select this setting and use the arrow 
buttons to center it.
■Progressive
For composite video, S-Video, component video, and certain 
signals from the HDMI port only (PowerLite W6 Series 
only). Turn this setting on to convert interlaced signals into 
progressive signals (best for moving images). Leave the setting 
Off for still images.
■HDMI Video Range (PowerLite W6 Series only)
When you connect to the HDMI input port, set the 
projector’s video range to match the video range setting of 
your device.
■Input Signal
If the colors don’t look right on the Auto setting, select the 
setting for the type of equipment you’ve connected to the 
Computer (Component Video) port. Choose RGB for a 
computer or RGB-video connection, or 
Auto for a video 
player that outputs a component video signal (with 
connectors labeled Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr).
■Video Signal (composite or S-Video signals only)
Select the setting for the type of equipment you’ve connected 
to the 
Video port. Leave this setting at Auto unless you are 
using a 60-Hz PAL system (then select 
PAL60).
■Aspect
Sets the image’s aspect ratio (ratio of width to height). See 
page 47 for more information.
note
You can also use the remote 
control’s 
Auto button to 
automatically reset the 
projector’s Tracking, Sync, 
and Position settings. See 
page 93 for details.
note
You can adjust the 
Progressive setting for 
signals from the HDMI 
input port (excluding digital 
RGB) or component video 
only when 480i/576i/1080i 
signals are being input 
(PowerLite W6 Series only).
The HDMI Video Range 
setting cannot be set for 
digital RGB signals 
(PowerLite W6 Series only). 
						

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Customizing Projector Features
You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, 
adjust audio volume, and customize several other features.
■Keystone 
Adjusts the shape of the image if the projector has been tilted 
upward or downward. If you notice that lines or edge look jagged 
after adjustment, decrease the 
Sharpness setting (see page 61).
■Auto Keystone (PowerLite 78/PowerLite W6 Series only)
Automatically compensates for keystone distortion when the 
projector is tilted upward or downward. This feature is available 
only when the projector is set for front projection (enabled by 
default).
■Zoom (PowerLite S6 Series only)
Adjusts the image size from 
Wide (larger) to Tele (smaller).
■Control Panel Lock
Lets you disable all of the buttons on the projector, or all of the 
buttons except the Ppower button. See page 72 for more 
information.
■Brightness Control
Lets you select from two levels of brightness. The Low setting 
reduces power consumption and projector noise, and extends the 
lamp’s operating life.
■Volume
Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker.
PowerLite 78/PowerLite W6 Series PowerLite S6 Series 
						

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Customizing Power and Operation
You can use the Extended menu to customize the way the projector 
displays images, enable Direct Power On, turn sleep mode on or off, 
and customize other projector operations.
■Display
Messages: 
Lets you turn screen messages on or off.
Display Background: Sets the screen background to Black, 
Blue, or Logo when no image signal is available.
Startup Screen: Enables or disables display of the startup (User’s 
Logo) screen when the projector is turned on.
A/V Mute: Sets the screen background to Black, Blue, or Logo 
when the 
A/V Mute button is pressed.
■User’s Logo
Create a custom startup screen, as described on page 70.
■Projection 
Select Front (to project from the front of a screen), Front/Ceiling 
(when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling), 
Rear (to project from behind onto a transparent screen), or 
Rear/Ceiling (to project from behind when the projector is 
mounted upside-down from the ceiling).
■Operation
Direct Power On:
 Enable if you want to be able to start the 
projector when you connect the power cord (without pressing the
 
Ppower button). 
note
If you hold down the A/V 
Mute
 button on the remote 
control for about five 
seconds, you switch between 
Front and Front/Ceiling 
or 
Rear and Rear/Ceiling.
If 
Direct Power On is 
enabled, the power cord is 
connected, and a power 
outage occurs, the projector 
will start when the power is 
restored. 
						

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: Enable if you want the projector to turn off 
automatically if it is idle and no signal is received for 1 to 30 
minutes (you can adjust the amount of time using the next 
setting).
Sleep Mode Timer: When Sleep Mode is on, you can set the 
period of time before the projector turns off automatically, from 
1to 30 minutes.
Lens Cover Timer: Enabled by default to turn the projector’s 
power off automatically when the 
A/V Mute slide is closed for 
more than 30 minutes.
High Altitude Mode: Enable when you are using the projector 
above 4,900 feet (1,500 meters) to ensure that the temperature is 
regulated properly. Turn this setting off for lower elevations.
■USB Type B
Select how you want to use the USB port. Select USB Display to 
use the USB port to project computer images. Select 
Page 
Up/Down
 to use the remote control to advance PowerPoint 
slides. Select 
Wireless Mouse to use the remote control buttons 
like a wireless mouse. See page 53 for restrictions and details.
■Language 
Select a language to use for the projector menus.
Using the Projector Security Features
To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can:
■Assign a password. You can use the password to prevent the 
projector from being turned on and prevent your custom startup 
screen from being changed. See the next section.
■Create a custom screen that is displayed at startup and/or when 
the 
A/V Mute button is pressed. The screen can be locked with a 
password to discourage theft and provides a way to identify the 
projector should it be stolen. See page 70. 
note
Do not use the projector at 
altitudes above 7,500 feet 
(2,286 meters). 
						

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■Disable the projector’s buttons; this is useful, for example, in a 
classroom when you want to ensure that no one touches the 
projector’s buttons while you’re using the remote control. See 
page 72.
■Secure the projector to prevent theft using a cable locking system. 
See page 72.
Enabling Password Protection
The default setting for the password is 0000. Follow these steps to 
create a new password:
1. Press the 
Freeze button on the remote control for five to seven 
seconds. You see this screen:
2. Select the type(s) of password protection you want to use:
■Power On Protect: Prevents unauthorized use of the 
projector. After the projector is plugged in and turned on, 
you must enter a password to use the projector. Select 
On, 
press 
Enter, then press Esc to return to the Password Protect 
screen.
■User’s Logo Protect: Prevents your custom screen (see 
page 70), display, and User’s Logo settings in the Extended 
menu from being changed. Select 
On, press Enter, then press 
Esc to return to the Password Protect screen.
3. Use the arrow buttons to select 
Password and press Enter.
4. When you see a message asking if you want to change the 
password, select 
Yes and press Enter.
5. Do one of the following to enter your password:
caution
If you lose the remote 
control, you will not be able 
to enter the password. Keep 
the remote control in a safe 
place at all times. Also, it’s a 
good idea to write down 
your password.  
						

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■PowerLite W6 Series: Hold down the Num button and use 
the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password.
■PowerLite S6 Series or PowerLite 78: Use the numeric 
keypad to enter a four digit password.
6. When you see a confirmation message, reenter the password.
7. Press the 
Menu button, then press Enter to exit the screen.
8. Turn off and unplug the projector.
Starting the Projector With a Password
When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you 
plug in and turn on the projector:
Do one of the following to enter the password:
■PowerLite W6 Series: Hold down the Num button and use the 
numeric keypad to enter the four digit password.
■PowerLite S6 Series or PowerLite 78: Use the numeric keypad to 
enter a four digit password.
The password screen closes and projection begins.
If projection does not begin, check the following:
■If the password is not correct, you see a message prompting you to 
re-enter the password. If you enter an incorrect password three 
times in succession, you see an error code with the message 
The 
projector’s operation will be locked 
and the projector switches 
to standby mode. Write down the error code, then disconnect the 
projector’s power cord from the electrical outlet, reconnect it, and 
turn the projector back on. Try entering the correct password 
again.
Hold down
PowerLite W6 Series
note
If you leave the projector 
plugged in, the Password 
screen will not appear. It 
appears only if you unplug 
and reconnect the power 
cord.
Hold down
PowerLite W6 Series 
						

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■If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the 
request code number that appears in the Password screen for 
assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 96.
■If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession, the 
projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to arrange 
for service. 
Creating Your Own Startup Screen
You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the 
projector and then use it as your startup screen. You can also use it as 
the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal or 
when you press the 
A/V Mute button. The image can be a company 
logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use. 
Capturing the Image
Start by displaying the image you want to use from either a computer 
or video source, such as a DVD player or digital camera. Then follow 
these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector: 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control, highlight the 
Extended menu, and press Enter.
2. Highlight 
User’s Logo and press Enter. 
3. When you see a message asking 
Choose this image as the 
User’s Logo?
, select Yes and press Enter. A selection box 
displays over the image. 
note
When you choose an image 
for the user’s logo, it erases 
any previously used image. 
You can save an image up to 
300 × 400 pixels in size. 
Once you have saved a new 
user’s logo, you cannot 
return to the factory default 
logo.