EPSON® PowerLite® TW100
Home Theater Projector
Quick Setup
1 Unpack the projector
Your projector comes with the following items:Batteries
Power cord
Projector | Remote control | Rubber feet |
2 Connect your video source
The projector has 5 connectors, as shown below. Each one is
1 Check the connectors on your video equipment. If more than one connection is available, choose the one that provides the best quality. For example, component video produces higher quality images than
2 Make sure you have the right cable(s) for the connection(s) you want to use, and the cables are long enough for your setup. If you need a cable longer than the standard 6 to 10 feet, you may need a distribution amplifier.
3 | Before you connect your equipment, make sure everything is turned off. |
4 | Connect your video equipment to the projector using any of the available |
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| DVD player |
| Camcorder |
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| RCA video cable |
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| (composite video) | VGA computer cable |
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Trigger |
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Trigger |
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| RGB/YCbCr/YPbPr |
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| Input A |
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| Y | Cb/Pb | Cr/Pr |
Note: For additional instructions on connecting a computer, see your User’s Guide. You can also connect an optional, retractable electric screen to the Trigger port. The screen will open when you turn on the projector, and retract when you turn it off.
Choosing a location
The projector supports 5 viewing setups. Choose the best one for your home theater environment. If you install the projector in a rear or overhead position, you’ll need to choose the correct Projection option (identified below) from the Setting menu after you turn it on.
Table
Convenient for temporary front projection.
Shelf | Attach the 3 rubber feet |
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For temporary or permanent installation on a high shelf. Attach the rubber feet and place the projector
Ceiling
Professional installation recommended.
Choose Front/Ceiling for the Projection option.
Rear
For permanent installation behind a translucent screen.
Choose Rear for the Projection option.
Rear/Ceiling
Professional installation behind a translucent screen recommended. Choose Rear/Ceiling for the Projection option.
The distance between the projector and the screen determines the size of the image. The diagram below shows approximately how big your image will be, based on where you set up the projector.
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Distance | 100" | |
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| 60" |
40"
30"
7.9 inches
2" | 2.6" | 4" | 5.4" | 6.7" | 13.5" | 20" |
Distance from center of lens to bottom edge of screen
