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Epson V11H336120 data projector

1. Warning The lamp s in this product contain mercury Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling Do not put in the trash Maintenance 53 8 Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws Caution Don t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure a O r E e lal F E ZE oO al j oO 9 Replace the lamp cover The projector won t work if the lamp cover is open or loose 10 Reset the lamp usage timer as described on page 55 54 Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp plug the projector back in turn on the power switch on the back and press the power button Then follow these steps to reset the lamp usage timer 1 Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control 2 Use the menu navigation buttons to open the Reset menu then select Reset Lamp Hours 3 When you see a confirmation prompt highlight Yes and press the Enter button 4 When you re finished press the Menu button to exit The lamp usage time
2. The temperature There is a fan or sensor problem Turn off the power switch on Oo E a light flashes red the back of the projector and unplug it from the electrical outlet we i Then contact Epson for assistance see page 63 e Both warning lights There is an internal problem Turn off the power switch on the w j are red back of the projector and unplug it from the electrical outlet Then contact Epson for assistance see page 63 Note If the 4 power and source buttons don t light up they may have been turned off using the Illumination setting see page 47 58 Problem Solving ee Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in back of the projector is turned on Then wait a moment for the power icon to light up before pressing the power button If you ve set the Control Panel Lock the control panel buttons are disabled you must use the remote control to turn on the projector see page 32 If you ve set the Child Lock you have to press the power button for 3 seconds to turn on the projector or use the remote control see page 32 No picture appears on the screen or you see the No Signal message displayed Press one of the Source buttons on the remote control or press the gt _ source button on the projector to select the correct input source Allow a few seconds for the projector to
3. Power consumption Lamp life Part number Remote Control Range Batteries Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption 66 Specifications UHE Ultra High Efficiency E TORL 200 W 4000 hours V13H010L49 ELPLP49 Approximately 30 feet 10 m AA x 2 5 4 inches 136 mm not including adjustable feet 17 7 inches 450 mm 14 2 inches 360 mm not including lens protrusion 16 1 lb 7 3 kg Home Cinema 8100 16 5 lb 7 5 kg Home Cinema 8500 UB 50 60 Hz AC 100 to 120 VAC 3 2 A Home Cinema 8100 3 3 A Home Cinema 8500 UB 200 to 240 VAC 1 4 A Home Cinema 8100 1 5 A Home Cinema 8500 UB 100 to 120 VAC Operating 282 W Home Cinema 8100 297 W Home Cinema 8500 UB Standby 0 2 W 220 to 240 VAC Operating 269 W Home Cinema 8100 284 W Home Cinema 8500 UB Standby 0 4 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 Operating altitude Up to 7500 feet 2286 meters Safety United States Canada pixelworks FCC Part 15B Class B DoC UL60950 1 ICES 003 Class B CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 Pixelworks DNX ICs are used in this projector Specifications 67 Compatible Video Formats The projector supports analog video in NTSC PAL and SECAM formats
4. Press the A or W button to select the setting you want to adjust Brightness see page 35 Contrast see page 35 Sharpness see page 37 Color Saturation see page 39 Tint see page 39 Absolute Color Temperature see page 40 Skin Tone see page 40 2 Press the lt or button to adjust the setting 3 Press the Menu or Esc button to close the line menu when you re done Note When a line menu is displayed you can press Default on the remote control to reset the menu to its factory setting Changing How the Menus Display Use these options to control how the menus display M Language Settings gt Language Select from 21 languages to use in the menu system E Menu Position Settings gt Display gt Menu Position Use the arrow buttons to choose a position on the screen for displaying the menu 34 Making Detailed Adjustments E Menu Color Settings gt Display gt Menu Color Select a color scheme for displaying the menus Adjusting the Picture Quality Before fine tuning the image using these adjustments make sure you have already selected the best Color Mode for your picture and viewing environment as described on page 29 Then use the settings in this section to finish adjusting the picture to your liking Most image quality settings are saved independently for each input source Video S Video HDMI Component PC and color mode After you finish adjusting the settings for one input source switch to the o
5. Since you can still use the remote control to turn on the projector you may want to keep it away from children s reach Control Panel Lock to disable all the buttons on the projector s control panel A lock icon appears on the screen whenever you press a button with Control Panel Lock turned on To operate the projector you must use the remote control To cancel Control Panel Lock press and hold the Enter button on the projector s control panel for at least 7 seconds 4 Press Menu to exit the menu system If you turned on the Control Panel Lock the projector buttons are now locked If you turned on the Child Lock turn off the projector and let it cool down The Child Lock takes effect after the cool down period Caution If the Direct Power On setting is turned on see page 46 using the main power switch can cause the projector to start even though the Child Lock is in use 32 Making Basic Adjustments Making Detailed Adjustments You can use the projector s on screen menus to make detailed adjustments to the image quality such as the brightness contrast sharpness and color You can also change the menu display sleep mode settings and other projector features ee Using the Menu System You can access the menu system either from the remote control or the buttons on the projector s control panel You can access the full menu or a line menu that lets you change selected settings You can also change the me
6. 106 x 59 in 27 0 in 86 0 in O to 46 1 in 3 59 to 7 64 m 305 cm 270 x 150 cm 69 cm 219 cm 0 to 117 cm 14 7 to 31 4 feet 150 in 130 x 75 in 34 0 in 107 6 in 0 to 57 7 in 4 50 to 9 56 m 381 cm 330 x 190 cm 86 cm 273 cm O to 14 7 cm 19 7 to 41 8 feet 200 in 173 x 98 in 45 4 in 143 5 in 0 to 76 9 in 6 01 to 12 76 m 508 cm 440 x 249 cm 115 cm 364 cm 0 to 195 cm 4 3 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Horizontal Projection distance width x height Offset A OffsetB Offset 3 5 to 7 6 feet 30 in 24 x 18 in 8 3 in 26 3 in O to 14 1 in 1 07 to 2 31 m 76 2 cm 61 x 46 cm 21 cm 67 cm 0 to 36 cm 4 7 to 10 1 feet 40 in 32 x 24 in 11 1 in 35 1 in 0 to 18 8 in 1 44 to 3 09 m 101 6 cm 81 x 61 cm 28 cm 89 cm 0 to 48 cm 7 1 to 15 3 feet 60 in 47 x 35 in 16 7 in 52 7 in 0 to 28 2 in 2 18 to 4 66 m 152 4 cm 120 x 90 cm 42 cm 134 cm O to 72 cm 9 6 to 20 4 feet 80 in 63 x 47 in 22 2 in 70 2 in 0 to 37 6 in 2 92 to 6 23 m 203 2 cm 160 x 120 cm 56 cm 178 cm 0 to 96 cm 12 to 25 5 feet 100 in 79 x 59 in 27 8 in 87 8 in O to 47 1 in 3 66 to 7 79 m 254 cm 200 x 150 cm 71 cm 223 cm O to 120 cm Setting Up the Projector 15 4 3 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Horizontal Projection distance width x height Offset A OffsetB Offset 14 4 to 30 7 feet 120 in 94 x 71 in 33 0 in 105 0 in O to 56 5 in 4 40 to 9 36 m 305 cm 240 x 180 cm 8
7. 1920 x 1080 SDTV 480i 720 x 480 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 480p 720 x 480 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 625i 720 x 576 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 625p 720 x 576 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 HDTV 720p 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1080i 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1080p 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 Computer display received through H DMI port Specifications 69 ESC VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9 pin null modem serial cable to control the projector You can download the complete ESC VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at www epson com support Following are some of the available codes Item Command Power ON OFF ON PWR ON OFF PWR OFF A V Mute ON OFF ON MUTE ON OFF MUTE OFF A V Mute selection Black MSEL 00 Blue MSEL 01 Source Terminal Signal name change Component Component video SOURCE 10 YCbCr SOURCE 14 YPbPr SOURCE 15 Auto SOURCE 1F PC DB15 SOURCE 20 RGB SOURCE 21 HDMI 1 DMI 1 SOURCE 30 Video Video S Video SOURCE 40 Video RCA SOURCE 41 S Video SOURCE 42 HDMI 2 HDMI 2 SOURCE AO Color Mode Theatre CMODE 05 Dynamic CMODE 06 THX or Natural CMODE 07 Theatre Black 1 CMODE 09 Theatre Black 2 CMODE 0A x v Color CMODE 0B L
8. 2 3 or 4 4 pulldown detection depending on your model Leave the setting on Film Auto Home Cinema 8100 or Film Home Cinema 8500 UB for viewing movies on a player that produces interlaced output Select Video for watching videos captured with a video camera With the Home Cinema 8100 set to Off when viewing images with a large amount of movement With the Home Cinema 8500 UB set to Film if flickering appears with the Auto setting Note This setting can be used only when viewing composite video or S video signals or 480i or 576i or 1080i signals input through the Component HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 ports see page 68 For the Home Cinema 8500 UB this setting cannot be changed while the 4 4 Pull down setting is turned on see page 39 Making Detailed Adjustments 37 E Motion Detection Home Cinema 8100 only Signal gt Motion Detection This setting specifies how signals are converted to progressive signals Select a lower setting for slow moving or still images S or select a higher number for video images M Note This setting can be used only when viewing composite video or S Video signals or 480i or 576i or 1080i signals input through the Component HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 ports see page 68 mM Noise Reduction Signal gt Advanced gt Noise Reduction Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input through the PC port This setting reduces flickering of analog ima
9. Problem Solving The picture is upside down or reversed Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu see page 46 The picture isn t rectangular E If the image looks like or __ the projector has been placed off to one side of the screen and angled toward it Face the projector straight ahead instead of at the center of the screen then use the horizontal lens shift dial to center the image see page 25 E If the image looks like or __ make sure the projector is not tilted up or down The picture contains static or noise E Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment see page 46 E If you re viewing still images and you notice flickering or horizontal lines turn on the Progressive setting see page 37 M Make sure your cables are securely connected at both ends E If you re using an extension cable you may pick up interference if the cable is not adequately shielded You may need to use a signal amplifier for longer cables E If you re displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen try turning off your laptop s LCD display see page 60 The picture is blurry E Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your video equipment see page 46 mM There may be dirt on the lens Clean the lens as described on page 49 M Adjust the focus see page 27 a Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation If you ve just moved the
10. Saved Memory Settings You can clear all your memory settings at once 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control 2 Open the Reset menu then select Reset Memory Making Detailed Adjustments 43 3 Select Yes then press the Enter button to delete the memory settings Note You can delete memory settings one at a time with the Erase Memory setting under the Memory menu Resetting the Projector If the image quality isn t what you expect one or more settings may be adjusted improperly If necessary you can restore the projector to its factory default original settings To restore the settings in a specific menu such as the Image or Settings menu open that menu select Reset and confirm as needed The example below shows how to reset the Image menu settings Open the Image menu Brightness i Contrast Sharpness Standard Abs Color Temp Skin Tone a vanced Power Consumption Normal Auto Iris Off Reset and select Reset GaReturn Select Enter AG Menu seals You can also reset the lamp usage timer or restore all the projector settings to their original values Follow these steps 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control 2 Open the Reset menu 3 Do one of the following E Select Reset Lamp Hours to clear the lamp usage timer and reset it to zero You should reset the lamp timer only when you install a new projector lamp See page 55 for more information M Select Reset Memory to c
11. Video or Video for composite video Connect video equipment to one of these ports a T W J T H S ap 45 O x x S Video M nE Bae HDMI1 HDMI2 Y Cb Pb Cr Pr PC RS 232C Trigger out Component Video i F amp F Connect a computer to one of these ports When you connect a large or heavy cable to the projector such as an HDMI cable it is recommended that you fasten it to one of the two holders using a commercially available cable tie 20 Setting Up the Projector Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below depending on how you plan to use the projector mM Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet E The Trigger out port outputs a 12 volt DC signal when the projector is turned on This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is on or off and can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is in use Connect a 3 5 mm mini jack to the port as shown Use the Trigger Out setting to enable the port see page 47 M To use an AV controller with the projector connect a 9 pin null modem serial cable to the RS 232C port Refer to the table of ESC VP21 command codes on page 70 Setting Up the Projector 21 Installing Batteries in the Remote Contro
12. and it automatically adjusts to the incoming signal It can receive these formats as composite video S video or component video which it accepts through the Video S Video and Component ports respectively The projector also supports digital video SDTV HDTV and various monitor display formats Digital video is accepted by the HDMI and Component video ports The PC port accepts analog RGB computer monitor signals If necessary you can select a different Aspect setting to optimize the image The resolution at which the image displays for a given setting depends on the currently active picture source as listed in the following tables Composite video or S Video Aspect setting Normal Zoom Wide Format Resolution 4 3 Full 16 9 16 9 720 x 480 NTSC 720 x 360 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 720 x 576 PAL or SECAM 720 x 432 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 Component video E rmat Aspect setting Signal Resolution Normal Full Zoom Wide SDTV 4 3 16 9 16 9 480i 720 x 480 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 625i 720 x 576 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 480p 720 x 480 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 625p 720 x 576 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 HDTV 16 9 720p 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1080i 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1080p 1920 x 1
13. areas but tend to blur the bright areas Higher values will darken the light areas Gamma presets make minor adjustments to mid tone values The larger the gamma preset the lower the midtone values Changing these settings affects contrast which can be seen as a blur in bright areas 1 Press the Gamma button You see the following displayed on the screen Gamma 020 oO 92 1 12 2 12 3 12 4 8 Customized Reset Select sewet sSet m 30 Making Basic Adjustments 2 Do one of the following E Select one of the numeric correction values using the A or W button on the remote control and press the Enter button You see the setting reflected in the graph on the right The horizontal axis represents the input signal level and the vertical axis represents the output signal level Press the Gamma button to exit M Select Customized Then continue with the next step 3 Do one of the following M Select Adjust it from the image You see a gamma icon on the projected image Use the arrow buttons to move the icon to the area of brightness you want to adjust then press Enter The custom gamma graph appears with the channel selected for adjustment Press the A or W button to adjust and then press Enter E Select Adjust it from the graph When the gamma graph appears use the lt or P button to select the point on the graph that you want to adjust and then use the A or V button to adjust the settings Press Enter to save your setting
14. computer images Normally these settings are adjusted automatically by the projector If you notice that the image is blurry or contains dark vertical bands you may need to adjust the settings yourself mM Auto Setup Signal gt Auto Setup Leave this setting on so that the projector automatically adjusts the tracking sync and position of the image Making Detailed Adjustments 41 E Tracking Signal gt Tracking Adjust the tracking to eliminate vertical bands It is easiest to adjust the tracking when the image contains a lot of fine detail such as black text on a white background WSS ss E Sync Signal gt Sync Eee Fev fev frst feat Fev fra fra frat Adjust the synchronization to eliminate blurriness For best results make sure the tracking is properly adjusted first boo iSos soos soos LIZ LIZILIZI LIII EARR Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector Your projector comes with 10 memory locations where you can save customized settings to obtain the best picture quality for each of your video inputs Selecting Memory Settings You can easily recall the memory settings by using the Memory memory button on the remote control button aa 2 Select Load Memory 3 Use the arrow buttons to select the desired setting then press the Enter button 1 Press the Memory button on the remote control EPSON After a moment the image appears on the screen using the
15. consumables such as filters This warranty is not transferable Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse abuse improper installation neglect improper shipping damage caused by disasters such as fire flood and lightning improper electrical current software problems interaction with non Epson products or service other than by Epson or an Epson Authorized Servicer Postage insurance or shipping costs incurred in presenting your Epson product for carry in warranty service are your responsibility Epson will pay for all freight charges if you choose to send your unit to Epson for repair If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service you will be held responsible for costs incurred THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF THESE LAWS APPLY THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE UNLESS STATED HEREIN ANY Notices 75 STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID IN THE EVENT THE REMED
16. page 32 for more information Control Panel Lock Settings gt Control Panel Lock Lets you disable all the buttons on the projector s control panel to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it is adjusted See page 32 for more information Making Detailed Adjustments 47 M High Altitude Mode Settings gt High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of the fan so it can properly cool the projector at higher altitudes Turn this setting on if you are using the projector at an altitude of 4900 feet 1500 meters or higher 48 Making Detailed Adjustments Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean You also may need to clean the air filter to prevent overheating Warning Before you clean any part of the projector turn it off and unplug the power cord Never open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filter covers Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely Do not try to service this product yourself except as specifically explained in this User s Guide The only parts you should replace are the air filter and the lamp If another part needs replacing contact your dealer or a qualified servicer Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface E Use a blower brush that is designed for camera equipment to remove dust from the lens E To remove dirt or smears use a len
17. projector from a cold environment wait a couple of minutes before using it Adjust the Sharpness setting see page 37 If you re projecting from a computer you may need to adjust the Tracking and Syne settings see page 42 Problem Solving 61 The colors on the screen don t look right E Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment see page 46 E Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select a different color mode see page 29 M Check the brightness and contrast settings see page 35 M Fine tune the colors with the settings listed on page 39 M Ifthe picture looks dark you may need to replace the lamp Check the lamp usage timer to see how long the lamp has been in use see page 55 Replace the lamp if it s close to the end of its service life see page 52 Solving Remote Control Problems The projector doesn t respond to remote control commands E Make sure you re within about 30 feet of the projector and the remote control is aimed at the projector s front or back sensor within the ranges shown below XY Approx 60 a i KZ Tom Anpa Approx 60 _ Me f gt Bi E You may need to replace the remote control batteries see page 22 Press the illumination button and check if the buttons glow If they don t replace the batteries E Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights Make sure the projector is not in dire
18. relaxing environment of your own home Designed especially for home cinema use it offers these outstanding features M Native 1080p 1920 x 1080 resolution dynamic contrast ratio up to 200000 1 36000 1 for the Home Cinema 8100 and up to 1600 lumens Home Cinema 8500 UB or 1800 lumens Home Cinema 8100 of brightness white light output and color light output for incredibly rich sharp images in any room lighting M Auto Iris system that constantly controls the light output based on the gamma and black white levels of your projected content for perfectly adjusted images and deepest blacks E Epson Crystal Fine 3LCD technology for reliable picture quality increased contrast ratio and uniform colors M 1080Perfect video processing using HQV Reon VX technology for more film like images free of noise or artifacts M 10 bit Home Cinema 8100 or 12 bit Home Cinema 8500 UB color quality for unmatched color accuracy with over a billion colors available E Epson AccuCinema color management delivered by the built in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking E HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface port for superior uncompressed digital video E True 16 9 wide format projection E Flexible setup configurations including front projection and ceiling mounted with vertical and horizontal offset lens shift E Seven color modes including x
19. retrieved settings Certain settings may not be E applied depending on the input signal 42 Making Detailed Adjustments Creating Memory Settings Memory settings can be used to store most of the picture quality settings on page 37 and color settings on page 39 Before saving them to memory adjust the settings to the desired levels 1 Press the Memory button on the remote control 2 Select Save Memory 3 Select the memory name you want to use then press the Enter button to save your settings Note Saved settings are indicated by a green highlight 0 next to the memory name If you select a name that is already in use the existing settings will be erased and new ones saved in their place Renaming Memory Settings With the Home Cinema 8500 UB you can rename memory settings so that they are easier for you to recognize 1 Press the Memory button on the remote control 2 Select Rename Memory 3 Select the memory name you want to change then press the Enter button The name selection screen is displayed 4 Do one of the following M To select a name from the displayed preset names select the desired name and press the Enter button M To create your own name select Customized and use the keyboard screen to enter the name Use the arrow buttons to select a character then press the Enter button When you have selected all of the characters in your name select Finish and press the Enter button Deleting
20. screws from loosening and do not use any type of oil or lubricant These may cause the projector casing to crack and the projector may fall causing serious injury and serious damage to the projector If you install the projector on the ceiling you will need to invert the picture so that it appears right side up Follow these steps 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control 2 Open the Settings menu then select Projection 3 Select Front Ceiling 4 Press the Menu button when done Note that you can rotate the Epson logo plate 180 degrees when suspending the projector from a ceiling If you are planning to use an AV controller with the projector refer to the table of ESC VP21 command codes on page 70 In addition the projector s Trigger out port can be used to lower a projection screen see page 47 Setting Up the Projector 17 The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector Center of lens 5 4 in 5 8 in 1 am 2 8in 148 Mm 72 mm 0 5 in 12mm z 5 2 in 131mm 17 7 in 450 mm 11 8 in 3 0 in 300 mm 75mm 5 3 in 135 mm 15 3 in 390 mm 6 3 in 160 mm 18 Setting Up the Projector ee Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector t
21. setting 29 Tint 39 Tracking 41 Transporting projector 56 Trigger out port 21 Trigger out setting 47 Turning on and off projector 22 to 23 59 v Video Signal setting 46 Video compatible formats 68 to 69 VP21 codes 70 80 Index
22. sync up after pressing the button Press the Blank button on the remote control to make sure the picture hasn t been turned off temporarily Check that the power icon is lit the O power button is not flashing and the lens cover is off The projector may be in standby or sleep mode If the power icon is lit press the power button to turn the projector back on Make sure your video equipment is turned on Make sure your cable s are connected correctly see page 19 Only part of the picture is displayed or the picture is distorted Press the Aspect button to select a different aspect ratio see page 28 If the Aspect is set to Zoom you may need to use the Zoom Caption Pos option to see the top or bottom section of the screen so that subtitles are visible see page 45 Check the Overscan to make sure it s adjusted correctly see page 45 Use the Position setting to reposition the image on the screen see page 45 If you ve connected a computer and you see only half the image make sure the computer s Dual Display setting is turned off If part of the image is cut off reset the projector settings see page 44 Problem Solving 59 You re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen If you re using a Windows laptop E Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor It s often labeled with an icon such as amp O but it may also be labeled CRT LCD You may have to ho
23. the Projector 1 Turn off any equipment connected to the projector 2 Press the power button on the remote control or projector When you see a confirmation message press the power button again to turn the projector off 3 When the O ower light stops flashing orange and stays on turn off the projector s main power switch on the back It is now safe to unplug the projector if necessary Caution Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector Continuous 24 hour a day use may reduce the overall life of the product Never turn off the main power switch without first turning off the projector and letting it cool as described above or you could damage it and reduce lamp life Setting Up the Projector 23 Selecting the Image Source The source buttons on the projector and remote control let you switch between images from different pieces of equipment connected to the projector such as a DVD player cable or satellite box or video game console Press the Source button on the remote control that corresponds to the port to which your video source is connected Source Component Pc S Video Video EPSON If you press the gt source button on the projector you see a list of available sources Press the gt source button to move through the list and select the desired source Source S Video Video Note If an image does not appear
24. you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it use the correct power cord for that country Don t stand on the projector or place heavy objects on it Don t use the projector outside of the required temperature range of 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Doing so may cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage Don t store the projector outside of the required temperature range of 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C or in direct sunlight for long periods of time Doing so may cause damage to the case WARNING The cords included with this product contain chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling This notice is provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 and follo 72 Notices wing FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular inst
25. 080 1920 x 1080 Note The signal name refers to the total number of visible scan lines and the display mode interlaced or progressive as defined by the signal format 68 Specifications Analog RGB computer display A t setti Signal Frequency SPECT SETON 4 3 Resolution Hz Normal Full Zoom Wide VGA 640 x 480 60 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 VESA 640 x 480 72 75 85 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 56 60 72 SVGA 800 x 600 75 85 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 XGA 1024 x 768 60 70 75 85 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1152 x 864 70 75 1350 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1280 x 960 60 75 1350 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 75 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1280 x 768 60 1800 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 WXGA 1360 x 768 60 1912 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 MAC13 640 x 480 67 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 MAC16 832 x 624 75 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 MAC19 1024 x 768 59 75 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 MAC21 1152 x870 75 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 HDMI Aspect setting Signal Resolution Normal Full Zoom Wide VGA 640 x 480 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
26. 1 I Illumination of buttons projector 47 57 to 58 remote control 22 Illumination setting 47 58 78 Index Image adjusting 30 to 31 35 to 42 changing aspect ratio 28 inverting 17 46 positioning 25 to 26 45 resizing 28 45 selecting source 24 size 15 to 16 Image menu 44 Image problems 59 to 62 Image Size Calculator 16 Info menu 55 Installing projector 17 Interference signal 61 K Kensington anti theft device 8 11 L Lamp checking usage timer 55 life 66 ordering 11 52 replacing 52 to 54 resetting usage timer 55 safety instructions 71 to 72 specifications 66 Language setting 34 Lens shift dials 14 25 Lens cleaning 49 Lights projector 47 57 to 58 Line menu 10 Lock Child Lock 32 47 control panel lock 32 Kensington 8 11 projector buttons 32 M Memory button 10 42 Memory settings creating 43 renaming 43 using 42 Menu button 10 33 Menus available settings 34 to 48 customizing display 34 line menu 10 using 33 to 35 Message setting 46 Mosquito NR 38 Motion Detection 38 Mounting projector 17 Moving projector 56 N No image 59 to 60 Noise Reduction 38 O Offset color 40 Overscan 45 P Pattern button 10 25 Picture problems 59 to 62 Pixelworks 67 Positioning image 25 to 26 45 Positioning projector 13 to 16 Power Consumption setting 36 PrivateLine Support 12 63 Problems indicator lights 57 to 58 pic
27. 5 cm 268 cm 0 to 143 cm 18 to 38 4 feet 150 in 118 x 91 in 41 7 in 131 7 in O to 70 6 in 5 51 to 11 71 m 381 cm 300 x 230 cm 106 cm 334 cm O to 179 cm 24 2 to 51 3 feet 200 in 161 x 118 in 55 6 in 175 6 in O to 94 1 in 7 36 to 15 62 m 508 cm 410 x 300 cm 141 cm 446 cm 0 to 239 cm To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance or the exact projection distance when you know the desired image size you can use the Image Size Calculator This program is available on the Epson website at www epson com support Also keep these considerations in mind M Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector Do not set the projector on top of loose materials that could block the vents underneath E Make sure the projector is within 9 8 feet 3 m of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord 16 Setting Up the Projector nn Installing the Projector To install the projector you first need to determine the location based on the size of your screen maximum diagonal image size Use the tables on page 15 as a guide to positioning the projector To suspend the projector from a ceiling you will need the optional projector mount designed for the projector See page 11 for ordering information Follow the instructions included with the mount to install the projector Warning When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount do not use adhesives to prevent the
28. 80i 60Hz or 1080p 24Hz signals input through the Component HDMI1 or HDMI2 ports see page 68 This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input through the PC port This setting allows you to select whether images are projected with 4 4 pulldown detection or 2 3 pulldown detection Select On for 4 4 pulldown detection E Frame Interpolation Home Cinema 8500 UB only Signal gt Frame Interpolation This setting compares the current and previous frames then creates a frame between them to reduce fuzziness and produce clearer moving images You can select from 3 levels of frame interpolation Note This setting cannot be changed while the 4 4 Pull down setting is turned on Color Settings If the image colors don t look correct you can adjust them using these settings Use the first three settings described below to make the most visible changes If you only need to make slight adjustments you can fine tune the picture with the remaining settings Most color settings are stored separately for each image source and color mode E Color Saturation Image gt Color Saturation Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input through the PC port Adjusts the color intensity of the image E Tint Image gt Tint Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input
29. IES ABOVE FAIL EPSON S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY NEITHER EPSON AMERICA INC NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGE INCLUDING DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY In Canada warranties include both warranties and conditions Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction To find the Epson Authorized Reseller nearest you please visit our website at www epson com To find the Epson Customer Care Center nearest you please visit www epson com support To contact the Epson Connection please call 800 637 7661 PIN or 562 276 4394 in the U S and 905 709 3839 in Canada or write to Epson America Inc P O Box 93012 Long Beach CA 90809 3012 76 Notices Index Numerics 2 2 Pull down 38 4 4 Pull down 39 A Abs Color Temp setting 40 Accessories 11 63 Air filter cleaning and
30. PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 8500 UB Home Theater Projector Users Guide Copyright Notice All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation s operating and maintenance instructions Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation Trademarks Epson is a registered trademark 1080Perfect is a trademark and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks DigiScan and AccuCinema are trade
31. V formats 46 Making Detailed Adjustments Component Settings gt Input Signal gt Component Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port For component video select Auto to let the projector automatically interpret the signal or select YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your video equipment s signal Trigger Out Settings gt Trigger Out Turn on this setting to have the Trigger out port output a 12 volt signal to lower your projection screen when the projector is running Note If you change this setting the new setting will take effect the next time you turn the projector on Illumination Settings gt Illumination Turn off this setting to deactivate the lights on the projector s O power and 5 source buttons Use this setting if you find the lights distracting in a darkened room Sleep Mode Settings gt Sleep Mode Turn off this setting if you don t want the projector to enter sleep mode Sleep mode shuts the projector off automatically when there is no video signal Select 5min 10min or 30min as the length of time before shutoff decreasing the time conserves power and extends the life of the lamp To turn the projector back on press the power button on the remote control or the projector Child Lock Settings gt Child Lock Lets you lock the power button on the projector s control panel to make it more difficult for a child to turn on the projector See
32. allation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device If this equipment has more than one interface connector do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Notices 73 en Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals and or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We Eps
33. and exit Adjusting RGBCMY Use this feature to adjust the hue saturation and brightness for each of the red R green G blue B cyan C magenta M and yellow Y color components 1 Press the RBGCMY button You see the following displayed on the screen RGBCMY Saturation Brightness of E o f a Select Ente JC RoBCMY Eti 2 Use the A or W button on the remote control to select the color you want to adjust and press the Enter button 3 Select the Hue Saturation or Brightness for that color and use the lt or gt button to make the adjustment 4 Press Esc to adjust another color or press RGBCMY to exit Note You can also adjust the offset and gain using the RGB setting in the projector s menu system see page 40 Making Basic Adjustments 31 a Locking the Projector The projector includes two lock settings to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it s adjusted and to keep children from turning on the projector without adult supervision To access the lock settings follow these steps Menu 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control Fead 2 Use the menu navigation buttons to open the Settings ee menu Cej cE N 3 Choose from these options y f H Child Lock to disable the power button on the pa o VEY J projector s control panel unless it is pressed for N T a about 3 seconds You can use the power button to turn it off however
34. color press Esc to move to another menu option You can also access this setting by pressing the RGBCMY button on the remote control See page 31 for more information Gamma Image gt Advanced gt Gamma Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 You can select from five gamma settings 2 0 to 2 4 or customize your own setting from your image or a displayed graph Lower values will increase the contrast of dark areas but tend to blur the bright areas Higher values will darken the light areas You can also access this setting by pressing the Gamma button on the remote control See page 30 for more information Contrast Enhancement Home Cinema 8500 UB only Image gt Advanced gt Contrast Enhancement Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 This setting automatically enhances contrast by calculating based on the current contrast You can select from 3 levels of contrast enhancement Super resolution Home Cinema 8500 UB only Image gt Advanced gt Super resolution This setting sharpens blurred images enhancing the apparent detail of the image You can select from 3 levels of enhancement Note that intentionally blurred parts of the image such as out of focus backgrounds may become sharper Adjustments for Computer Images In addition to the settings described previously you can adjust the Tracking and Sync settings for analog RGB
35. ct sunlight E Turn off nearby equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater E Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and the IR receiver 62 Problem Solving Where to Get Help Internet Support Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at www epson com support Here you can access troubleshooting information download product documentation and receive technical advice through e mail Speak to a Support Representative To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with your projector This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative and it s free This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday for the duration of your warranty period You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers mM U S 562 276 4394 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday E Canada 905 709 3839 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice Toll or long distance charges may apply Before you call please have the following information ready E Product name PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 or Home Cinema 8500 UB E Product serial number located on the bottom of the projector E Computer configuration if you re connected to a computer a Description of the probl
36. ctric shock Don t block the slots and openings in the projector case They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating Don t operate the projector on a sofa rug or other soft surface or ina closed in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects through the cabinet slots or spill liquid into the projector Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed if liquid has been spilled into the projector or if it has been exposed to rain or water if it doesn t operate normally when you follow the operating instructions or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service if it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged Don t place the projector where the cord can be walked on This may result in fraying or damage to the plug Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Notices 71 The lamp s in this product contain mercury Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling Do not put in the trash Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when not in use for extended periods Don t place the projector or remote control on top of heat producing equipment If
37. ead rather than at the center of the screen then use the horizontal lens shift dial to center the image on the screen Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution Do not try to move the lens by hand or you may damage the projector Always use the lens shift dials to change the lens position 14 Setting Up the Projector The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector s lens to the screen Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring the actual size may differ Use these tables as a guide for projector placement 16 9 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Horizontal Projection distance width x height Offset A OffsetB Offset 2 8 to 6 2 feet 30 in 26 x 15 in 6 8 in 21 5 in 0 to 11 5 in 0 87 to 1 88 m 76 2 cm 66 x 37 cm 17cm 55 cm 0 to 29 cm 3 8 to 8 3 feet 40 in 85 x 20 in 9 1 in 28 7 in O to 15 4 in 1 17 to 2 52 m 101 6 cm 89 x 50 cm 23 cm 73 cm 0 to 39 cm 5 8 to 12 5 feet 60 in 51 x 28 in 13 6 in 43 0 in 0 to 23 1 in 1 77 to 3 80 m 152 4 cm 130 x 75 cm 35 cm 109 cm 0 to 59 cm 7 8 to 16 7 feet 80 in 71 x 39 in 18 2 in 57 4 in 0 to 30 8 in 2 38 to 5 0 m 203 2 cm 180 x 100 cm 46 cm 146 cm 0 to 78 cm 9 8 to 20 9 feet 100 in 87 x 47 in 22 7 in 71 7 in 0 to 38 5 in 2 98 to 6 36 m 254 cm 220 x 120 cm 58 cm 182 cm 0 to 98 cm 11 8 to 25 1 feet 120 in
38. eft sides of the image the central part is unchanged Note When displaying 720p 1080i or 1080p signals through the HDMI or Component video port the aspect ratio is automatically selected and you cannot change it If you display a 4 3 image using the Zoom setting the top and bottom will be cut off You can use the Zoom Caption Pos option and other settings to resize and reposition the image For details see page 45 For details on how the projector resizes the picture when you choose an Aspect setting see page 68 28 Making Basic Adjustments Choosing the Color Mode You can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust brightness contrast and color letting you quickly optimize the projected image for various lighting environments You can also select a different color mode for each input source which is useful if you view different types of images from different sources For example you might set the HDMI 1 source to Living Room if it s usually used for watching movies in the daytime with the blinds closed and the PC source to Dynamic for playing video games with the blinds open Select the image source you want to adjust then press the Color Mode button on the remote control Choose from these settings Dynamic for projecting the brightest picture available Living Room for watching television programs during the day THX Home Cinema 8500 UB or Natural Home Cinema 8100 for projecting natural accurate col
39. em Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase screens carrying cases or other accessories from an authorized Epson reseller To find the nearest reseller call 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7766 To purchase online visit www epsonstore com U S sales or www epson ca Canadian sales Problem Solving 63 64 Problem Solving Specifications General Type of display Size of LCD panels Lens Resolution native format Brightness Dynamic contrast ratio Image size Projection distance Zoom ratio Aspect ratio Fan noise level Poly silicon TFT active matrix 0 74 inch 18 mm wide F 2 0 to 3 17 1920 x 1080 pixels 1080p Home Cinema 8100 Normal mode White light output 1800 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 1800 lumens ECO mode White light output 481 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 481 lumens Home Cinema 8500 UB Normal mode White light output 1600 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 1600 lumens ECO mode White light output 471 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 471 lumens 36000 1 Home Cinema 8100 200000 1 Home Cinema 8500 UB 30 to 300 inches 2 8 to 62 8 feet 0 87 to 19 15 m l to 2 1 16 9 22 to 28 dB Specifications 65 Lamp Note Lamp life will vary depending on mode selected environmental conditions and usage Brightness decreases over time Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector Type
40. ft device ELPSLO1 Cable cover V12H003002 ELPCCO1W Projector mount ELPHB550 You can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson reseller To find the nearest reseller please call 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7766 To purchase online visit www epsonstore com U S sales or www epson ca Canadian sales nn Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic two year carry in warranty For details see page 75 In addition Epson offers free Extra Care Home Service In the unlikely event of an equipment failure you won t have to wait for your unit to be repaired Instead Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States or Canada See your Extra Care Home Service brochure for details To register simply follow the registration instructions on the CD or register online at www epson com webreg Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories products and service Introduction 11 Using This Manual This book contains all the information you need to use the projector in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions troubleshooting tips important safety instructions specifications and warranty information Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual Warning Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury Caution Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment Note Contains important information about your projector Tip Contains
41. fted up to 9 percent of the width of the image The amount by which you can shift the image is expressed in terms of the image width W and height H as shown below Maximum lens shift boundary Hx 96 Hx 96 Move downwards Move to Move to ti the left SP the right Move upwards 26 Setting Up the Projector Making Basic Adjustments Follow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape size color and quality For further refinements see Making Detailed Adjustments on page 33 Focusing and Zooming Use the focus ring to sharpen the image Use the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image Focus ring Zoom ring Making Basic Adjustments 27 Choosing the Aspect Ratio In many cases video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected as the Aspect setting You may need to change the size of the image or aspect ratio for certain image types by pressing the Aspect button on the remote control Select one of these settings m Normal for standard TV broadcasts computer images EPSON or images with a 4 3 aspect ratio j mM Full for images recorded in squeeze mode E Zoom for images recorded in 16 9 wide screen format 4 3 image using Normal setting 16 9 image using Zoom setting Aspect button E Wide for expanding a 4 3 image to 16 9 so it fills the whole screen This stretches only the right and l
42. ges You can select from 3 levels of noise reduction mM Mosquito NR Home Cinema 8500 UB only Signal gt Advanced gt Mosquito NR Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input through the PC port This setting reduces grainy noise that can appear around the edges of MPEG images You can select from 3 levels mM Block NR Home Cinema 8500 UB only Signal gt Advanced gt Block NR Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input through the PC port This setting reduces block noise that can appear when projecting MPEG images that have been compressed at a low bit rate M 2 2 Pull down Home Cinema 8100 only Signal gt Advanced gt 2 2 Pull down Note This setting can be used only when viewing a 1080p 24Hz signal input through the Component HDMI1 or HDMIZ2 ports see page 68 This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 or with a signal input through the PC port This setting allows you to select whether images are projected with 2 2 pulldown detection or 2 3 pulldown detection Select On for 2 2 pulldown detection 38 Making Detailed Adjustments E 4 4 Pull down Home Cinema 8500 UB only Signal gt Advanced gt 4 4 Pull down Note This setting can be used only when viewing NTSC M PAL or PAL60 signals input through the Video or S Video ports or 480i 10
43. ges in the brightness of the image The setting is stored separately for each image source and color mode E Setup Level Signal gt Advanced gt Setup Level Note This setting can be used only when an NTSC signal is being input through the Video or S Video port or when a video signal is being input through the Component video ports This setting adjusts the threshold at which dark areas of the image are rendered black 0 IRE For compatibility with most DVD and video equipment sold in the United States leave this setting at 0 Check your video equipment s specifications to be sure of the correct setting m EPSON Super White Signal gt Advanced gt EPSON Super White Note This setting can be used only when a composite video S Video or component video signal is being input and the Color Mode is set to THX Home Cinema 8500 UB Natural Home Cinema 8100 Theatre Theatre Black 1 or Theatre Black 2 see page 29 If bright parts of the image are washed out or overexposed when the input signal contains values over 100 IRE turn this setting on to compensate HM HDMI Video Range Signal gt Advanced gt HDMI Video Range Note This setting can be used only when HDMII1 or HDMIZ2 is selected as the image source see page 24 This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 If your video equipment has an HDMI port and you ve connected it to the projector using an HDMI cable set the level of
44. helpful projection tips Need additional help Take advantage of Epson s automated support services 24 hours a day at www epson com support Use this site to view FAQs Frequently Asked Questions or product information and e mail your questions to Epson support If you need more help you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service Call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your projector 12 Introduction Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector connect the cables and display an image Choosing a Location You can install the projector for the viewing setups shown below as well as rear projection Center Side A p a al pe MM Wy Ceiling Setting Up the Projector 13 Ideally keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is centered between the top and bottom of the screen as shown below If this is not possible use the lens shift dials to reposition the image As a rule of thumb you can use lens shift to move the image up or down by nearly its full height and left or right by about one half its width for details see page 26 Offset A Offset B Offset refers to distance from bottom of image to center of Projection distance lens using maximum lens shift If you place the projector off to the side aim it straight ah
45. ies only to the projector and not to the projector lamp which carries a limited warranty period of ninety 90 days from the date of original purchase For warranty service you must provide proof of the date of original purchase What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems If your product requires service during the limited warranty period please call Epson at the number on the bottom of this statement and be prepared to provide the model serial number and date of original purchase Epson will at its option repair or replace the defective unit without charge for parts or labor When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part the item replaced becomes Epson property The exchanged product or part may be new or refurbished to the Epson standard of quality and at Epson s option the replacement may be another model of like kind and quality Epson s liability for replacement of the covered product will not exceed the original retail selling price of the covered product Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty If Epson replaces the lamp as part of the warranty service the replacement lamp carries the limited 90 day warranty stated above What This Warranty Does Not Cover This warranty covers only normal use of the product Twenty four hours per day or other excessive continual use is not considered normal use This warranty does not cover
46. iving Room CMODE 0C Aspect ratio Normal ASPECT 00 Full ASPECT 40 Zoom ASPECT 50 Wide ASPECT 70 70 Specifications Notices nn Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on the bright light can damage your eyes Never let children look into the lens when it is on Never open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filter covers Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you Except as specifically explained in this Users Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation Don t place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table Also don t use the projector near water or sources of heat Use the type of power source indicated on the projector If you re not sure of the power available consult your dealer or power company Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged Don t insert the plug into an outlet with dust present and insert the plug firmly into the outlet Failure to do so could result in sparks or fire Don t overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles This can cause fire or ele
47. l The remote control uses two AA batteries Warning Keep batteries away from children If a battery is swallowed contact your doctor immediately 1 Release the tab and lift open the cover 2 Insert two new AA batteries as shown 3 Insert the tab on the cover and press it down until it clicks into place Aim the remote control at the screen or at the front or back of the projector Make sure you are within 30 feet of the projector If you suspect the batteries are weak press the illumination button If the buttons do not glow replace the batteries ee Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap 2 Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use 22 Setting Up the Projector 4 Press the power button on the remote control or projector Remote control Projector Lamp Bo Note To prevent children from turning on the projector you can use the Child Lock feature See page 32 for details If you ll be using the projector at an altitude above 4900 feet 1500 meters turn on High Altitude Mode so the fan can properly cool the projector at the high altitude air pressure See page 48 for details The projector takes about 30 seconds to warm up and display an image If you don t see a picture you may need to change the image source as described on page 24 Turning Off
48. ld down the Fn key while pressing it Check your laptop s manual or online help On most systems the amp O key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector or display on both at the same time Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it E If the function key doesn t let you display simultaneously on both screens you might need to use the Display utility in the Windows Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled From the Windows Control Panel open the Display utility In the Display Properties dialog box click the Settings tab then click Advanced The method for adjusting the setting varies from computer to computer you may need to click a Monitor tab then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary display or enabled See your computer manual or online help for details If you re using Mac OS X 1 Select System Preferences from the Apple menu and click Displays 2 Click Detect Displays 3 To display the entire desktop on both your projector screen and LCD screen click the Arrangement or Arrange tab If you don t see this tab make sure it isn t hidden by another window 4 Click Mirror Displays in the lower corner of the screen One of the monitor icons automatically moves on top of the other 60 Color LCD oO i aao a Show All Oissiays Sound Network Startup f Display Color Click here 60
49. lear all memory settings E Select Reset All to return all projector settings to their original defaults except Component Save Memory Language and Lamp 44 Making Detailed Adjustments nn Customizing Projector Features Use the settings in this section to adjust the image size and position suppress on screen text and select basic setup options Image Sizing Before adjusting any of these settings make sure you have already selected an appropriate aspect ratio for the type of picture you re viewing see page 28 mM Overscan Signal gt Advanced gt Overscan For component video formats this setting lets you see the edges of the image that are not normally visible in the picture see page 68 If you see interference when you set Overscan to 100 try adjusting the Position as described below E Position Signal gt Position Note This setting cannot be used with a signal input through the HDMI 1 or HMDI 2 port Use the arrow buttons to fine tune the position of the image on the screen E Aspect Signal gt Aspect This setting lets you change the aspect ratio of your image and works the same as pressing the Aspect button on the remote control See page 28 for more information E Zoom Caption Pos Signal gt Zoom Caption Pos Lets you adjust the shape and position of the image so that subtitles are visible available only if the aspect ratio has been set to Zoom Use Zoom Size to adjust the proportions of the image a
50. loose dust from the air filter Note Do not tap the filter too hard This can cause it to bend or break 8 Use a small vacuum cleaner that is designed for computers and other office equipment to remove any remaining dust from the surface of the filter If you don t have one gently clean the filter using a very soft brush such as a clean artist s paintbrush If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken replace it You can purchase air filter part number V13H134A21 ELPAF21 from an authorized Epson reseller To find the nearest reseller please call 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7766 To purchase online visit www epsonstore com U S sales or www epson ca Canadian sales 9 Insert the air filter as shown with the groove on the right 10 Reattach the air filter cover by inserting the tabs as shown and pressing the cover against the projector until it clicks into place Maintenance 51 Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp lasts for up to 4000 hours You can use the Info menu to check how long it s been in use see page 55 It s time to replace the lamp when mM The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate l Mm The projector s lamp light flashes red at half second LO intervals E The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when you start projecting Lamp Lamp Temp light S O Note Lamp life results will vary depending on mode selected x i environmental condi
51. marks and Extra Care and Epson Connection are service marks of Epson America Inc HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Pixelworks DNX and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks Inc x v Color is a trademark of Sony Corporation General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks This information is subject to change without notice 2009 Epson America Inc 9 09 CPD 27624R1 Contents Introduction Projector Parts Remote Control Optional Accessories Registration and Warranty Using This Manual Setting Up the Projector Choosing a Location Installing the Projector Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment Making Other Connections Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector Turning Off the Projector Selecting the Image Source Positioning the Image Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and Zooming Choosing the Aspect Ratio Choosing the Color Mode Advanced Color Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting Adjusting RGBCMY Locking the Projector 10 11 11 12 13 13 17 19 19 21 22 22 22 23 24 25 27 27 28 29 30 30 31 32 Contents 3 Making Detailed Adjustments Using the Menu System Changing Ho
52. mp Temp Warning lights status lights on top of the projector amp l Lights indicating normal operation Light state All lights are off Cause and solution The projector is turned off If necessary connect the power cord and turn on the power switch on the back of the projector 0 Power icon is on gt eee Power button To flashes and _ gt 6 Source icon is on The projector is in standby mode Turn off the power switch in back to turn off the projector or press the O power button to turn it on The projector is warming up Wait for the picture to appear C Power icon and J source icon are on Power button flashes no other lights are on Projection is in progress The projector is cooling down Wait until the light stops flashing and remains on Then turn off the power switch in back to turn off the projector or press the power button to turn it back on Problem Solving 57 Lights indicating a problem Light state All lights are off Cause and solution The projector is not receiving power Make sure the power switch on the back of the projector is turned on and the power cord is connected securely at both ends sa The temperature a p lightflashes Y j orange and the b power icon is flashing High speed cooling is in progress If the temperature rises further projection will stop automatically Make sure the
53. nd Zoom Caption Pos to move the image up or down Adjust overscan before changing the zoom position Making Detailed Adjustments 45 Screen Options mM Messages Settings gt Display gt Messages Turn this setting off if you want to prevent on screen messages from appearing such as the no signal message or the identifying text that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes HM Startup Screen Settings gt Display gt Startup Screen Turn this setting off if you want to prevent the startup screen from appearing while the projector is warming up E Display Background Settings gt Display gt Display Background Changes the screen that s used when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the Blank button to temporarily stop projection Other Setup Options mM Projection Settings gt Projection You can select different options for projecting the image Front Front Ceiling Rear Rear Ceiling E Direct Power On Settings gt Direct Power On Sets projection to start when the main power switch is turned on without pressing the power button on the remote control or the projector Note When direct power on is enabled power surges that occur after a power outage can cause the projector to turn on E Video Signal Settings gt Input Signal gt Video Signal Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically interpret the format such as NTSC or PAL for standard T
54. nu language and control how the menus display see page 34 Note If you press Blank on the remote control while a menu is being displayed the menu screen disappears This is useful for checking the effects of your image adjustments Press Blank again to make the menu reappear To display the full menu press the Menu button on the projector or remote control You see a display like this one Brightness 0 Contrast O D a a Sharpness Standard Abs Color Temp Settings available Main menu Skin Tone a sions advanced t for the highlighted Power Consumption Normal menu Auto Iris Off Reset GgReturn Select Ente g ig Menu sha Note You may see different options depending on your projector model and how your equipment is connected to it 1 Press the A or W button to highlight a main menu option Image Signal Settings Memory Info or Reset then press the Enter button to select it 2 Press the A or W button to highlight a setting then press the Enter button Making Detailed Adjustments 33 3 Press the A V 4 or P button to change settings as necessary You may have to press the Enter button to confirm your choice 4 When you re finished press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit the menu system To display one of the line menus press the Enter button You see a display like this at the bottom of the image Image Brightness 0 O EM a O 1
55. o many types of video equipment such as a VCR DVD player digital tuner cable or satellite box video game console camcorder or digital camera You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system For details on compatible video formats see page 68 You can connect up to six pieces of video equipment at the same time using any of the commercially available cables shown below Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection HDMI 1 Use an HDMI cable HDMI 2 J Component Use a component video cable with RCA style connectors A Y Cb Pb Cr Pr Emm u Component w Se Ic Connect the cable to the three component video ports Match corresponding colors between the cable and the ports PC Use a Mini D sub 15 pin monitor cable to connect to a computer RGB monitor port ae alu S Video Use an S video cable Video Use an RCA video cable Setting Up the Projector 19 For best results connect your video equipment to the HDMI port if possible If your equipment doesn t support HDMI connect it to one of the following ports highest quality listed first Component for component video S
56. on America Inc Located at 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS 3 13 Long Beach CA 90806 2469 Telephone 562 290 5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR 2 909 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Trade Name Epson Type of Product Projector Model H336A H337A Marketing Name PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 Home Cinema 8500 UB 74 Notices ee Epson America Inc Limited Warranty Two Year Projector Limited Warranty and 90 Day Lamp Limited Warranty What Is Covered Epson America Inc Epson warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Epson projector product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product if purchased new and operated in the United States or Canada will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two 2 years from the date of original purchase This limited warranty appl
57. on parts When shipping the projector for repairs use the original packaging material if possible If you do not have the original packaging use equivalent materials Do not used materials that can become lodged in the projector vents Be sure the carrier is capable of transporting fragile equipment and is aware that the projector is fragile Before transporting the projector make sure you center the lens from left to right by turning the horizontal lens shift dial until it clicks Then lower the lens all the way down by turning the vertical lens shift dial until it stops Caution Do not try to move the lens by hand or you may damage the projector Always use the lens shift dials to change the lens position If the lens shift dial becomes hard to turn you cannot adjust the position any further 56 Maintenance Problem Solving This section explains how to interpret the projector s status lights solve problems with the picture and remote control and contact technical support What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector s status and let you know when a problem occurs If the projector isn t working correctly first press the power button let the projector cool down turn off the power switch on the back and unplug the power cord Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector If this doesn t solve the problem check the Status lights La
58. ors in a dimly lit room Theatre for viewing movies in a dimly lit room Theatre Black 1 for images that are close to those in EPSON ee professional use broadcast monitors Use in a fully darkened room Color Mode button Theatre Black 2 to emphasize rich colors like those seen in movies at the theater Use in a fully darkened room x v Color for the most natural color reproduction when viewing movies through HDMI The built in Epson Cinema Filter automatically improves color reproduction in a darkened room it is not used when you select Dynamic or Living Room Making Basic Adjustments 29 ee Advanced Color Adjustments To further customize the color and image quality you can adjust the gamma and individual RGBCMY color tones Not available when x v Color is selected as the Color Mode EE a Cia RGBCMY Gamma EPSON N A Note You can fine tune these and other color and image quality settings using the projector s menu system see page 33 You can also save combinations of picture settings with the Memory feature for easy recall see page 42 If you don t like the settings you have selected on a particular menu screen you can press the Default button to restore the factory settings Adjusting the Gamma Setting You can select from five gamma settings 2 0 to 2 4 or customize your own setting from your image or a displayed graph Lower values will increase the contrast of dark
59. ote control A CON buttons for easy viewin eng Source HDMIT HDMI2 z i Source buttons Component PC Switch between equipment connected to the projector Default button EUD oE Restores default settings i aeea when menu is displayed Esc escape button m ae Exits the current menu item Enter Line Menu button Selects menu items or opens Menu navigation the line menu buttons tt 3 _ 4 Menu button z F 7 Memory button a b a Displays the projector s menus Recalls custom J picture settings Color Mode button Memory Color Mode Optimizes viewing for RGBCMY button i different lighting environments Adjusts the hue rew aspect saturation and brightness 9 Aspect button for each color c Sh a cana Ekens Changes the picture s aspect ratio Gamma button Pattern ENTE Adjusts the gamma values l Sharpness button of the screen display Adjusts image sharpness EPSON Blank button Temporarily stops projection or hides the menu screen Pattern button Displays test patterns to adjust the image 10 Introduction en Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector Product Part number Replacement lamp V13H010L49 ELPLP49 Air filter replacement V13H134A21 ELPAF21 Kensington security lock anti the
60. r shows 0H until you ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours Pl SE eee Checking the Projector Status You can use the Info menu to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in use To access the Info menu 1 Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control 2 Use the menu navigation buttons to open the Info menu The following information appears E Lamp Hours Refresh Rate Source Sync Info Video Signal Resolution Deep Color color depth a E Input Signal a a Scan Mode Status error information Note The information displayed depends on the currently selected image source The Lamp Hours shows OH until you ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours The resolution indicates the total number of scan lines in the source signal The number of visible scan lines depends on the signal format standard and selected display settings see page 68 Maintenance 9D nn Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time do the following M Make sure the temperature of the storage area is within 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C M Attach the lens cover and retract the feet E Remove the batteries from the remote control a Pack the projector in its original packaging or equivalent nn Transporting the Projector Note Epson shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation The projector contains many glass and precisi
61. re is plenty of space around the projector for ventilation Clean or replace the air filter if necessary see page 50 If you are using the projector at an altitude above 4900 feet 1500 meters turn on High Altitude Mode so the fan can cool the projector properly see page 48 Oo The temperature 5 j light is red The projector is too hot which turns off the lamp automatically Let the projector cool for five minutes then turn it back on Make sure there is plenty of space around the projector for ventilation Also clean or replace the filter if necessary see page 50 If you are using the projector at an altitude above 4900 feet 1500 meters turn on High Altitude Mode so the fan can cool the projector properly see page 48 flashes red Le o The lamp light The lamp needs to be replaced soon see page 52 Make sure o flashes orange and you have a spare lamp handy If you just replaced the lamp you j the power icon may need to reset the lamp usage timer see page 55 is flashing ae The lamp light The lamp needs to be replaced If you just replaced the lamp make sure the lamp and its cover are securely installed see page 52 z0 Both warning at a gt lights are flashing a red There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter Turn off the power switch on the back of the projector and unplug it from the electrical outlet Then contact Epson for assistance see page 63
62. replacing 50 to 51 ordering 11 Anti theft device 8 11 Aspect button 10 28 59 Aspect ratio selecting 28 45 Auto Iris setting 36 Auto Setup 41 B Batteries remote control 22 Blank button 24 Block NR 38 Blurry picture 61 Brightness setting 35 specification 65 Buttons projector 9 remote control 10 C Cables connecting 19 to 21 Child Lock 32 47 Cleaning air filter 50 to 51 lens 49 projector case 50 Codes AV controller 70 Color adjusting 30 to 31 39 to 41 problems 62 Color Mode 10 29 62 Color Saturation setting 39 Color temperature setting 40 Component setting 47 Component video connection 19 Computer adjusting image 41 displaying image 60 Contrast button 10 ratio 65 setting 35 Contrast Enhancement 41 Control Panel Lock 47 Control panel lock 32 Control panel projector 9 D Declaration of Conformity 74 Direct Power On 46 Display Background setting 46 Documentation 12 Index 77 E Electrical requirements 66 Epson accessories 11 63 Home Service 11 PrivateLine Support 12 63 technical support 12 63 warranty 11 75 to 76 EPSON Super White setting 36 ESC VP21 command codes 70 F FCC Compliance Statement 73 Filter see Air filter Flickering 37 61 Focus ring 27 Frame Interpolation 39 G Gain color 40 Gamma 30 to 31 41 Gamma button 10 H HDMI 19 20 36 Help 63 High Altitude Mode 48 Home Service 1
63. s cloth or tissue If necessary moisten the cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface Caution Never rub the lens with abrasive materials Use only lens cleaning fluids that are designed for cleaning optics Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case turn off the projector and unplug the power cord To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft dry lint free cloth To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent Then wipe the case and dry it with a dry cloth Caution Never use wax alcohol benzene thinner or other chemical detergents These can damage the case Re TTT Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter Your projector includes an air filter to ensure the best performance If dust collects on the air filter clean it as described below Dust clogs prevent proper ventilation and cause overheating and damage to the projector 1 Voom Bw oN 6 Press the power button and wait for the power light to stop flashing The projector cools down Turn off the projector using the power switch on the back Unplug the power cord and disconnect any cables Turn the projector over unless it s ceiling mounted Push down on the tabs on the filter cover to remove it Remove the air filter as shown 5O Maintenance 7 Gently tap both sides of the air filter against a hard surface four or five times to remove
64. see Problem Solving on page 57 To temporarily turn off the image and darken the screen press the Blank button on the remote control Press the Blank button again to return to normal viewing 24 Setting Up the Projector D Positioning the Image If the image is not centered on the screen use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust its position Caution Do not try to move the lens by hand or you may damage the projector Always use the lens shift dials to change the lens position Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Note You can display a test pattern to help adjust the image position by pressing the Pattern button on the remote control Press the Esc button to turn off the test pattern When you hear a click the lens position is almost centered If the lens shift dial becomes difficult to turn you cannot adjust the position any further If one side of the image is taller than the other make sure the projector is parallel to the screen If necessary adjust the front feet so that the projector is horizontal Adjustable feet Setting Up the Projector 25 The image cannot be moved to the maximum distance in both the vertical and horizontal directions For example the image cannot be shifted vertically when it has been shifted horizontally by the full amount When the image has been shifted vertically by the full amount it can be shi
65. the projector to match that of the video equipment E Power Consumption Image gt Power Consumption This setting controls the light output from the projector On Normal the projector produces a brighter image and the lamp uses more power To save power and extend the life of the lamp select ECO 36 Making Detailed Adjustments Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings If the image looks fuzzy or if it contains noise or flickering you can use these settings to correct it mM Sharpness Image gt Sharpness Use this function to make lines and edges appear more distinct in the image This setting is stored separately for each image source and color mode setting You can select Standard to adjust the sharpness of the entire image or select Advanced to access the following submenu Sharpness Standard Thin Line Enhancement Thick Line Enhancement Vert Line Enhancement Horiz Line Enhancement Note The Advanced setting cannot be used with a signal input through the PC port Choose Thin Line Enhancement to sharpen details such as hair and clothing Choose Thick Line Enhancement to sharpen large contours and backgrounds You can also access this setting by pressing the Sharpness button on the remote control HM Progressive Signal gt Progressive Converts interlaced to progressive signals The projector uses 3D DigiScan HD Circuitry Processing for video sourced images For film sourced images you can select from 2 2
66. ther input sources you ll be using and make any necessary adjustments Input Brightness Settings If the signal from connected equipment is weak and images appear dark you can adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings You can adjust brightness and contrast for each image source and color mode The Brightness setting controls how much light is produced by the projector and the Contrast setting adjusts the difference between the bright and dark areas of the projected image The other settings in this section control how the projector interprets the light and dark areas of the picture E Brightness Image gt Brightness Adjust the brightness so it s suitable for your viewing conditions For example if you re projecting in a brightly lit room or onto an especially large screen you may need to increase the brightness Decrease the brightness for dark rooms or small screens this also reduces power consumption and fan noise and helps to prolong the life of the lamp E Contrast Image gt Contrast This setting adjusts the difference between bright and dark areas Making Detailed Adjustments 35 E Auto Iris Image gt Auto Iris Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 When this setting is on the light output is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the image Select either Normal or High Speed to indicate how quickly you would like the projector to respond to chan
67. through the PC port Shifts the color balance between magenta and green Making Detailed Adjustments 39 E Abs Color Temp Image gt Abs Color Temp Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to THX or x v Color see page 29 Shifts the color balance between red and blue making the image appear warmer or cooler E Skin Tone Image gt Skin Tone Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to THX or x v Color see page 29 Makes fine adjustments to the tint and controls the amount of magenta or green in the image Also useful for correcting black and white images if they look tinted E RGB Image gt Advanced gt RGB Offset B Gain R Gain G Gain B bese Sag Cd Adjust Select Reset Exit ll Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 Use the RGB settings to fine tune the color of the image You can adjust the offset and gain for each signal color red green and blue Use Offset to adjust darker shades and Gain for the lightest shades E RGBCMY Image gt Advanced gt RGBCMY RGBCMY Saturation Brightness Select enter RGBCMY apne Note This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x v Color see page 29 40 Making Detailed Adjustments Use the RGBCMY settings to adjust the hue saturation and brightness of the six color components red green blue cyan magenta yellow After adjusting each
68. tions and usage Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L49 ELPLP49 from an authorized Epson reseller To find the nearest reseller please call 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7766 To purchase online visit www epsonstore com U S sales or www epson ca Canadian sales Be sure to read the Important Safety Information on page 71 before replacing the lamp Warning Let the lamp cool fully about 1 hour before replacing it In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury Caution Never touch the glass portion of the lamp with your bare hands the invisible residue left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp Follow these steps to replace the lamp 1 If the projector is on press the power button and wait for the light to stop flashing 2 Turn off the power switch on the back of the projector 3 Unplug the power cord and any cables 4 Wait about an hour to make sure the lamp is no longer hot 52 Maintenance 5 Insert the screwdriver that came with the lamp or a similar tool into the slot on the back of the projector to release the lamp cover Then lift up the cover to remove it
69. ture 59 to 62 remote control 62 Progressive mode setting 37 Projection distance 15 to 16 65 Projector checking status 55 cleaning 50 control panel 9 dimensions 18 66 installing 17 lights 47 57 to 58 locking buttons 32 menus 34 to 48 parts 8 to 9 positioning 13 to 16 resetting menu options 44 security lock 8 11 storing 56 transporting 56 turning on and off 22 to 23 59 R Registration 11 Remote control batteries 22 buttons 10 lighting up buttons 22 problems 62 Replacing lamp 52 to 54 Resetting lamp usage timer 44 55 projector settings 44 Resolution compatible formats 68 to 69 projector 55 65 RGB settings 40 RGBCMY setting 30 to 31 RGBCMY settings 41 S Safety approvals 67 Safety instructions 71 to 72 Setup level 36 Sharpness 37 Signal menu 36 Index 79 Skin Tone W setting 40 Sleep mode 47 Warranty 11 75 to 76 Source buttons 9 10 Where to Get Help 63 Source selecting image 24 Wide setting 28 Specifications compatible video formats 68 to 69 X dimensions 66 electrical 66 x v Color setting 29 environmental 67 general 65 lamp 66 Z remote control 66 Startup screen selecting 46 Zoom Caption Pos setting 28 45 Static 61 Zoom ring 27 Storing projector 56 Zoom setting 28 Super resolution 41 Support 12 63 S Video connection 19 Sync Synchronization setting 41 T Technical support 12 63 Test pattern 25 THX
70. v Color to quickly optimize viewing for different lighting environments and a vast array of custom color adjustments Introduction 7 8 Projector Parts Front Control panel top Vertical lens shift dial Lamp cover Control panel side Zoom ring Ventilation slots Infrared receiver Horizontal lens shift dial Adjustable foot Focus ring Lens cover Back Component Infrared receiver Control RS 232C port video port S Video port HDMI ports Lamp cover release e Trigger out HOMIJ HDMI2 Say Trigger out port Kensington lock port Air intake filter Video port Main power switch Cable holder AC power inlet Introduction Bottom Mounting bracket attachment points Optional cable cover attachment points brass colored Projector Control Panel Top control panel Side control panel Menu navigation Power D 1 button button J 4 Source button a menu Ee Switches the s video input source Lamp Temp gt e el Warning lights Menu button Enter button Esc button Displays the Selects menu items or Exits the current menus opens the line menu menu item Introduction 9 Remote Control Power button Turns projector on or off A Illumination button Lights the rem
71. w the Menus Display Adjusting the Picture Quality Input Brightness Settings Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings Color Settings Adjustments for Computer Images Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector Selecting Memory Settings Creating Memory Settings Renaming Memory Settings Deleting Saved Memory Settings Resetting the Projector Customizing Projector Features Image Sizing Screen Options Other Setup Options Maintenance Cleaning the Lens Cleaning the Projector Case Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter Replacing the Lamp Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer Checking the Projector Status Storing the Projector Transporting the Projector 4 Contents 33 33 34 35 35 37 39 41 42 42 43 43 43 44 45 45 46 46 49 49 50 50 52 55 55 56 56 Problem Solving What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash Solving Picture Problems Solving Remote Control Problems Where to Get Help Specifications General Lamp Remote Control Dimensions Electrical Environmental Safety Compatible Video Formats ESC VP21 Command Codes Notices Important Safety Information FCC Compliance Statement Declaration of Conformity Epson America Inc Limited Warranty Index 57 57 59 62 63 65 65 66 66 66 66 67 67 68 70 71 71 73 74 75 77 Contents 5 6 Contents Introduction The PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater quality images in the

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