Epson PowerLite S1 Multimedia Video Projector

by Epson

Product Details

Product Manual [2.05mb PDF]

• Item Weight: 14 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 14.2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00009ON1U
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #61,931 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 2, 2006

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description Early Adopters Pick: July 2003. The S1 from Epson is a price-busting portable projector that delivers brilliant, full-featured SVGA performance, under $1,000.

With a footprint of just 14.6 by 10.4 inches, the S1 sets up on nearly any convenient surface and weighs just 7 pounds, making transportation painless. An SVGA native resolution of 800 x 600 ensures that projected images retain their clarity even at great distances, while 24-bit color support of over 16.7 million colors results in accurate, true-to-life images. A monitor out capability lets you display images on both the projected screen and on a monitor simultaneously, while compatibility with both PC and Mac operating systems ensures that your presentations a snap to set up, no matter where you are. The 400:1 contrast ratio provides sharp detail, and 1,200 ANSI lumens of brightness results in projections that are easy to see from anywhere in the room. The 132 W UHE lamp provides over 2,000 hours of lamp life, while the internal power supply consumes 180 watts during normal operation and just 5 watts in stand-by mode.

The S1 has a variable aspect ratio of either 4:3 or 16:9 and an adjustable projection screen size of 30 to 300 inches. The digital zoom/manual focus lens has an F-number of 1.4 and an f-number range of 16.6mm, which combine with digital keystone correction of plus or minus 15 degrees to help achieve accurate, in-focus projections across the entirety of the image. The S1 supports NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, M-PAL, N-PAL, PAL60, SECAM, and HDTV formats, the latter including 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i. Mini DIN, RCA, and mini D-sub signal inputs and an RS232C control input are provided. The internal fan emits less than 33 dB of noise during normal operation, while the internal 1-watt mono speaker provides a clear, intelligible internal audio output. The remote operates at a distance of up to 19.7 feet and provides control over a wide range of projector functions. The S1 also comes backed with a two-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Projector, power cable, computer cable, projector remote control with lithium battery, presentation remote control, soft carrying case, air filter, CD-ROM, Quick Setup Sheet

Product Description

Epson PowerLite S1 Multimedia Projector Ultra bright 1200 ANSI lumens; weighs just 7 lbs Multiple inputs for both computer and high-end video compatibility including, component, s-video, and composite Monitor out capability for simultaneous viewing on monitor and screen Color-coded cables for easy setup Quick start-up and shut-down time Soft carrying case included Outstanding EPSON service and support (free for the duration of the two-year warranty) Small price. Big performance. For brilliant, full-featured performance at an extraordinary value, the EPSON® PowerLite® S1 offers the ideal solution. With 1200 ANSI lumens, three 0.5" EPSON LCDs, and a 400:1 contrast ratio, this SVGA model offers remarkable image quality, even in well-lit rooms. And, with a digital zoom, keystone correction, and monitor out capability, it provides incredible versatility. Its user-friendly control panel and remote control make operation easier than ever, while its convenient handle makes it easy to carry from room to room. Compatible with both Windows® and Macintosh® systems, this economical, 7 lb ultraportable facilitates flexible setup in any setting with multiple inputs for both computer and video presentations.

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Customer Reviews

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52 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Epson S1, November 16, 2003

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Talisman (Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Epson PowerLite S1 Multimedia Video Projector (Office Product)

Looking at the S1 in respect to using it for home theatre -
* it provides a brighter picture than most Home Theatre Projectors at 1200 Lumens
* the picture is very clear
* the colours are accurate and vibrant
* the contrast is average. DLP PJ's like the Infocus X1 have better contrast but u risk seeing rainbow effects with cheap DLP PJ's
* It has a short throw lens so 10 feet gets approx 100 inch diagonal screen so it can suit small rooms down to say 9 x 9 feet
* It doesnt have a genuine zoom feature so placement in a room is limited
* It is SVGA resolution but with the .5 size pixels (instead of .7 on most SVGA PJ's) screen door/pixelation is much reduced. I have it in my 12' by 11' bedroom at a diagonal screen size of approx 95' and it looks supurb.
* Fan sound is about average. It exhausts the air out the front so can be mounted close to a wall
* It doesnt have manual individual colour adjustments. The 5 preset viewing modes will be fine for most, coupled with the ability to adjust contrast/brightness.
* Try to position the PJ at right angles to the screen in order to avoid using keystone correction. The picture looks slightly better if u dont use keystone correction with this PJ.
* The PJ itself is very inexpensive and the replacement lamps are the cheapest i have ever seen. Would be good if the lamp could go more than 2000 hours but since they are so cheap its not so much of an issue.
* Many S1's are sold/have been sold so it should be easy to get replacement items such as lamps in the future.
* Doesnt have a individual component video connection. U have to use the RGB port so if u have a pc u have to share this port. Would have been good to have a seperate component video port.

There are several entry level PJ's which are providing performance at a level previously only found on PJ's much more expensive. At similar to the EPSON S1 price point you could look at Infocus X1, Hitachi CPS210, Sanyo Z1 amongst others.

In Summary Epson S1 - Bright, very clear picture, excellent colours, short throw, cheap globes

Im very happy with the S1. The most important issue above all is the picture and this PJ's picture is crystal clear, bright and vibrant.

Regards Talisman

43 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Start Charging Admission!, August 30, 2003

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Lenny "Handy DIY Master" (Albany, NY United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Epson PowerLite S1 Multimedia Video Projector (Office Product)

Great product for viewing DVDs and other video sources on a big (100"+ screen). Projects the best(movie house like) picture with a component out, progressive DVD player. Buy the special component to VGA cable - it is worth it. Picture will rival plasma and projection TVs. Projects an image that will make you think you are in the movies! The unit looks very modern.

Vibrant and accurate colors, bright image, low fan noise and little pixelation (none if you set the lens a touch off focus for a softer image) make this an excellent and cost effective way to start a home theater. Picture is very competitive with the Infocus X1, however the Epson has no rainbow problems(it is LCD) which contribute to eyestrain and fatigue. I've seen them run together and I prefer the Epson image overall. The Epson has color saturation that is second to none. Bulbs cost very little too. Team it up with a home theater in a box system and start charging your friends admission!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good projector!, April 7, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Epson PowerLite S1 Multimedia Video Projector (Office Product)

I purchased this projector two weeks ago and I am very pleased with it. When I connect it to my computer the image is very bright and I do not need to darken the room much at all to view it. The room needs to be a bit darker when viewing TV or DVD/VHS movies. My son uses it to play GameCube games--which is really fantastic because of the size of the image! However, for some of the games (Lord of the Rings) we really need to darken the room to see the screen well.

I have used LCD projectors for the past five years in educational settings. This is the first one I have purchased and I am extremely pleased with it. The only negative comment I can make about it is that the zoom feature doesn't change the size of the image by much. I wanted to set the projector on a stand near one wall and project it to the wall on the other side. When I do this the image is bigger than the wall space and I can't change its size by much using the zoom feature. Instead I have to move the projector into the middle of the room and operate it from there. Even with this inconvenience, I still think it is an excellent projector and so far I would recommend it to anyone who wants to see beautiful color images larger than life!