Epson Powerlite S7 Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Connecting a Component Video Source
If your video equipment has component video connectors (three 
connectors labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), you can purchase a 
component-to-VGA video cable from Epson (see page 15) or an 
electronics dealer.
1. Connect the component end of the cable (3 male RCA) to the 
Y/Cb/Cr (or Y/Pb/Pr) connectors on your player.
2. Connect the other end of the cable (HD15 male) to the 
Computer (Component Video) port on your projector using an 
optional component-to-VGA video cable or adapter.
3. You may need to change the 
Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
Auto (see page 58).
4. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 34 for 
instructions on connecting an audio cable.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 36 for 
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for 
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
Computer (Component 
Video) port 
						

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Connecting an RGB Video Source
You can connect to an RGB video source using the VGA computer 
cable provided with the projector.
1. Connect the cable to the RGB video port on your player and the 
Computer (Component Video) port on the projector.
2. You may need to change the 
Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB (see page 58).
3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 34 for 
instructions on connecting audio cables.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 36 for 
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for 
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
Computer (Component 
Video) port 
						

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Connecting an External Monitor
If you want to monitor your computer presentation close-up (on a 
monitor placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can 
connect an external monitor. You can use it to check on your 
presentation even if you’ve pressed the 
A/V Mute button or switched 
to a different picture source. Only computer images will appear on the 
external monitor, not video images.
First make sure your computer’s VGA cable is connected to the 
projector’s 
Computer (Component Video) port (see page 27). Then 
connect your monitor to the projector’s 
Monitor Out port, as shown:
 
note
Some LCD monitors may 
not be able to display the 
image correctly. If you have 
trouble displaying the 
image, connect a multiscan 
monitor. If you’re projecting 
computer images, make sure 
the computer’s refresh rate is 
set to 65 Hz or greater.
The projector must be 
turned on for the Monitor 
Out port to send a signal to 
the monitor (though it may 
be in standby mode) Make 
sure Standby Mode is set to 
Communication On in the 
Extended menu. See 
page 60.
Monitor Out 
port 
						

							34Setting Up the Projector
Playing Sound Through the Projector
You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system.
1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the 
Audio jack on 
the projector.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio output 
connector(s) on your computer or video equipment. 
Connecting External Speakers
You can output sound from the projector to external speakers with a 
built-in amplifier. 
1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers.
Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a standard 
audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin 
jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may need a special 
cable or adapter. 
Audio jack 
						

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2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the audio cable to the Audio 
Out
 port on the projector.
 
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your speakers. 
The projector’s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is 
output to external speakers. 
Audio cable 
						

							36Setting Up the Projector
Turning the Projector On and Off 
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting 
the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image 
source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of 
connected equipment, you may have to select the image source 
manually (see page 40). 
Follow these steps to turn on the projector:
1. Open the 
A/V Mute slide (lens cover).
2. Plug one end of the power cord into the projector, and the other 
end into an electrical outlet. 
						

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The Ppower light turns orange.
3. Press the Ppower button on the projector or on the remote 
control.
The projector beeps once and the Ppower light flashes green as 
the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When 
the Ppower light stops flashing and remains green, the projector 
is ready for use. 
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 64.
Using the Direct Power On Function
The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector 
starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall 
switch. You don’t have to press the Ppower button. 
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On: 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or projector, then 
select the 
Extended menu and press Enter.
Power light
Power 
button
warning
Never look into the lens 
when the lamp is on. This 
can damage your eyes, and is 
especially dangerous for 
children.
note
If a power outage occurs 
when Direct Power On is 
enabled and the projector is 
plugged in, the projector will 
restart when the power is 
restored. 
						

							38Setting Up the Projector2. Choose 
Operation and press Enter. 
3. Choose 
Direct Power On and press Enter.
4. Highlight 
On and press Enter. 
5. Press 
Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you 
plug the projector into a power outlet.
Shutting Down the Projector
This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you 
can press its Ppower button as described below, unplug it, or turn off 
a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to 
wait for the projector to cool down first.
1. To turn off the projector, press the Ppower
 button on the remote 
control or projector.
You see a confirmation message. 
(If you don’t want to turn it off, 
press any other button.)
2. Press the Ppower button again. The projection lamp turns off 
and the projector beeps twice. You can then unplug the power 
cord. 
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange 
Ppower light is not flashing, then press the Ppower button.
note
Lamp life will vary 
depending upon mode 
selected, environmental 
conditions, and usage. 
Turn off this product when 
not in use to prolong the life 
of the projector. 
You can set the projector to 
automatically turn off the 
lamp and enter “sleep mode” 
when it has not received any 
signals for 1 to 30 minutes 
(see page 61). This conserves 
electricity, cools the 
projector, and extends the 
life of the lamp. If you want 
to start projecting again, 
press the P power button. 
If you are done using the 
projector, unplug the power 
cord.  
						

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Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: 
■Selecting an image source
■Adjusting the image 
						

							40Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Selecting an Image Source
You may need to select the image source if you have multiple image 
sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD 
player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images 
input from different pieces of connected equipment. 
If you don’t see the image you want, press the 
Source Search button 
on the remote control or the projector until you see the image you 
want to project. Or, press one of the Source buttons on the remote 
control (
Computer, Video, or USB).
If you still can’t see an image or can’t project the same image that is on 
your notebook or computer screen, see page 83 for solutions.
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you may need to make certain adjustments:
■If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described 
below.
■If the image isn’t square, see page 41.
■To focus or zoom your image, see page 43. 
■To quickly adjust the color, brightness, or contrast, see page 44.
■To change the image aspect ratio, see page 45.
■If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 5.
Source Search button
Source 
buttons