Epson Powerlite Tw100 Technical Specifications

EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector
11/02 EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector - 1 This Product Information Guide describes the new model of 
the EPSON PowerLite TW100 projector.
Projector Parts
Projector Specifications 
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT),
active matrix
Size of LCD panels    Diagonal: 0.9 inches (22.9 mm) 
Lens F=1.74 to 2.06, f=28.3 to 37.98 mm
Resolution
(native format) 1280
 × 720 pixels 
Brightness 700 lumens (ANSI)
Optical aspect ratio 16 : 9 (horizontal :...

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Rated frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 2.7 A
200 to 240 VAC, 1.3 A
Power 
consumption Operating: 240 W
Standby: 6.7 W
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, 
non-condensing
Storage: 10 to 90% RH, 
non-condensing
Safety
United States FCC Part 15B Class B
UL1950 Rev. 3
Canada DOC SOR/88-475
CSA C22.2 No. 950 Rev....

EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector
11/02 EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector - 3 Supported Signal Resolutions
Component video
Composite Video/S-Video
RGB
Signal ResolutionAspect mode
Normal Squeeze Zoom ThroughSqueeze 
Through
SDTV (480i, 60Hz) 640 × 480
640 × 360 (when zoomed)960 × 720
(4:3 aspect)1280 × 720
(16:9 aspect)1280 × 720
(16:9 aspect)590 × 442
(4:3 aspect)786 × 442
(16:9 aspect)
SDTV (575i, 50Hz) 768 × 576
768 × 432 (when zoomed)960 × 720
(4:3 aspect)1280 × 720
(16:9 aspect)1280 × 720
(16:9...

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* These resolutions are compatible with both analog and digital formats.
** This connection is not possible for models that are not equipped with a VGA output port.
ESC/VP21 Commands
When the projector is in a command ready state, it returns the 
: 
code. When command processing is complete, the projector 
also returns a
 : code. If command processing terminates with an 
error, an error message is output and then the
 : code is...

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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 42 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...

EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector
6 - EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector 11/02The P power light on top of the projector flashes orange, 
and then stays orange.
Note: The projector will not respond to any buttons on the 
control panel or remote control while the power light is 
flashing orange or green.
4. Turn on the power to any equipment connected to the 
projector. 
5. Press the 
Power button on the remote control or the top of 
the projector. 
The P power light flashes green as the projector warms up,...

EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector
11/02 EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector - 7 ❏Make sure the input signal setting matches the connected 
source. Use the 
Video Signal, Input A, or Input B commands 
in the Advanced menu to select the signal format that 
matches the connected source. See the User’s Guide for more 
information.
❏Try turning off your video equipment or computer and 
restarting it.
❏If you’re using a laptop, you may need to set up your system 
to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD...

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Switching Between Picture Sources
If the projector is connected to more than one video source, you 
can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to 
switch between the different sources. 
On the projector’s control panel, press the 
Source button to 
display the currently selected source. Press it again quickly to 
switch. Continue pressing the button until the name of the 
source you want is displayed on the screen....

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11/02 EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector - 9 Focusing and Zooming the Image
The size of the projected image is determined mainly by the 
distance between the projector and the screen, but you can also 
use the zoom ring to enlarge or reduce the image:
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image:
Note: You can also adjust the focus by displaying a test pattern, as 
described below.
Adjusting the Image Shape
If the projector is raised in the front or the back, like this:
the...

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10 - EPSON PowerLite TW100 Projector 11/02 Selecting the Color Mode
Select from five pre-set color modes to get the best color 
settings: 
❏
Dynamic—for projecting images with greater modulation 
and color intensity 
❏
Theater—good when projecting movies or images with dark 
scenes
❏
Natural—best for projecting images in their natural color
❏
PC—brightest color mode for projecting computer images
❏
sRGB—good for images that conform to the sRGB 
standard. If the connected...