Epson 5020UBE manual

PowerLite ® Home Cinema 5020UB/5020UBe Home Theater Projector User’ s Guide[...]

2 Contents Contents Introduction 5 Projector Parts 6 Remote Control – PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UB 8 Remote Control – PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe 9 Optional Accessories 10 Registration and Warranty 10 Using This Manual 11 Setting Up the Projector 12 Choose a Location 12 Installing the Project or 16 Connecting the Cables 18 Connecting Video an[...]

Contents 3 Advanced Color Adjustments 35 Adjusting the Gamma Setting 36 Adjusting RGBCMY 37 Locking the Projector 37 Making Detailed Adjustments 39 Using the Menu Syste m 39 Changing How the Menus Display 40 Adjusting the Picture Quality 41 Input Brightness Settings 41 Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 43 Color Settings 45 3D Setup 46 Adjustme[...]

4 Contents Using HDMI Link 66 Setting Up HDMI Link 66 Changing HDMI Link Settings 67 Maintenance 68 Cleaning the Lens 68 Cleaning the 3D Glasses 69 Cleaning the Projector Case 70 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 70 Replacing the Lamp 72 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 75 Checking the Proj ector Status 76 Storing the Projector 76 Transporting th[...]

Introduction 5 Introduction The PowerLite ® Home Cinema 5020UB/502 0UBe projector lets you enjoy th eater-quality 2D and 3D images in the relaxing environmen t of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers these outstanding features: ■ Native 1080p (1920 × 1080 ) resolution, dynamic contrast ratio up to 320,000:1 and up t[...]

6 Introduction Projector Parts Air exhaust Proje ctor le ns Adjustable foot HDMI ports Remote receiver Vertical lens shi ft dial Front Back Lamp cover Air intake Air filter cover Power inlet Kensington ® lock port RS-232C port Video port PC port Control panel Horizontal lens shift dial Focus ring Zoom ring HDMI Cable clip holes Component port Powe[...]

Introduction 7 Escape button Power button Mounting bracket attachment points Bottom Projector Control Panel Source button Menu navigation/ vertical keystone buttons Front adjustable feet Menu button Enter button Retractable cover[...]

8 Introduction Remote Control – PowerL ite Home Cinema 5020UB Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector On button Turns projector on Menu navigation buttons 3D Format button Adjusts the 3D Format setting Color Mode button Quickly change color settings to match room lighting Aspect button Changes the picture’s aspect rat[...]

Introduction 9 Remote Control – PowerLit e Home Cinema 5020UBe Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector On button Turns projector on Menu navigation buttons Color Mode button Quickly change color settings to match room lighting Aspect button Changes the picture’s aspect ratio Blank button Temporarily stop s projection [...]

10 Introduction Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are available. You can purchase these plans and other accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, plea se call 8 00-GO-EPSON [...]

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, troublesh ooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information. Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual: Warning: Must be followed care[...]

12 Setting Up the Projector Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to ch oose a location for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image. Choose a Location You can install the projector for the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear pr ojection. Front Ceiling[...]

Setting Up the Projector 13 Keep the projector level and place it at a height so its le ns is even with the top or the bottom of the screen and is centered horizontally. If this is not possible, use the lens shift dial s to reposition the image. You can use lens shift to move the image up or down by nearly its full height, and left or right by abou[...]

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 yo u use the Zoom ring, the actual size may differ. Use these tables as a g uide for projector placement: 16:9 aspect ratio Projection distance Diagonal image size (width × height) Of[...]

Setting Up the Projector 15 To determine the exact image size when you know the proj ection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the de sired image size), you can use the Image Size Calculator. This program is avai lable on the Epson website at epson.com/support (U.S. ) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Also keep these consideration[...]

16 Setting Up the Projector Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to dete rm ine the location, based on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the tables on page 14 as a guide to pos itioning the projector. To suspend the projector from a ceiling, you wi ll need the optional pr ojector mount designed [...]

Setting Up the Projector 17 The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projec tor: LENS Ceiling mou nt screw size 4-M4x9 mm 11.8 in. (300 mm) 5.9 in. (150 mm) 3.3 in . (83 mm) 2.4 in. (60 mm) 6.3 in. (160 mm) 15.6 in. (396 mm) 18.3 in. (466 m m) 9.2 in. (233 mm) 3.3 in. (83 mm) 6.2 in. (159 mm)[...]

18 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to many type s of video equipment, such as a Blu-ray Disc ™ /DVD player, digit al tuner, cabl e or satellit e box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Mac [...]

Setting Up the Projector 19 You can connect up to five pieces of equi pment at the same time, using any of the commercially available cables shown below: Note: See page 56 for inform ation on connecting with WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe only). For best result s, connect your vide o equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your equip[...]

20 Setting Up the Projector When you connect an HDMI cable to the projec tor, it is recommended that you fasten it with the included cable clip. Follow the steps below to install the cable cli p. Note: The cable clip will fit most standard, round HDM I cables. The clip may not fit non-round or thick HDMI cables. 1. Connect the HDMI cable to one of [...]

Setting Up the Projector 21 Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the projector. ■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. ■ To use an AV controller with the projector, connect a 9-pin null modem serial cable to the RS-232C port. ■ [...]

22 Setting Up the Projector Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries. Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If a ba ttery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2. Insert two new AA batteries as shown. 3. Reinsert the cover and press it down until i[...]

Setting Up the Projector 23 2. Do one of the following: ■ Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB-to-AC adapter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UB only), then conne ct the adapter to a wall outlet. ■ Plug the other end of the USB cable into the 3D glasses charging port on the side of the WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe[...]

24 Setting Up the Projector 3. Press the On button on the remote control or the P power button on the projector. Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you can use the Child Lock feature. See page 37 for de tails. If you’ll be using the projector at an altitude abov e 4921 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode so the fa[...]

Setting Up the Projector 25 Note: There may be a brief delay when switching between sources. If you press the source button on the projecto r, you see a list of available sources. Press the source button to move through th e list and select the desired source. Note: If an image does not appear, se e “Problem Solving” on page 78. To temporarily [...]

26 Setting Up the Projector Positioning the Image If the projector is not centered in front of the screen, use the lens shift dials and, if needed, vertical keystone buttons to correct the position and shape of the image. Note: For the best image quality, try to position t he projector so that you do not need to use keystone correction. Note: You c[...]

Setting Up the Projector 27 The vertical position (V) can be adjusted by up to 96% of the height of the screen, while the horizontal position (H) can be adjusted by up to 47% of the width of the screen. 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 t[...]

28 Setting Up the Projector When setting up the projector, make sure that it is placed level to the screen in order to provide the best possible image quality. If you must set up the projector at an angle, use the vertical keystone buttons to correct the image shape.[...]

Making Basic Adjustments 29 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 39. Focusing and Zooming Use the focus ring to sharpen the image. Use the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image[...]

30 Making Basic Adjustments 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 ne ed to change the size of the imag e (or aspect ratio) for certain image types by pressing the Aspe ct button on the remote control. Note: When displaying 720p, 108[...]

Making Basic Adjustments 31 Viewing 3D images To view 3D content, you must first connect a 3D-compatible video device to one of the HDMI ports on your projector. You will also need a pair of Epson or Epson-compatible RF 3D active shutter glasses. 1. Turn on and begin playback on the 3D-compatible video device. 2. Press the 2D/3D button on the remot[...]

32 Making Basic Adjustments The light on t he 3D glasses indicates the current status of the glasses: See page 81 for more 3D troubleshooting tips. Light state Status Flashing red The battery is low. Flashing green The glasses have entered standby mode. Turn th e 3D glasses off and back on to continue viewing 3D content. Solid red The glasses are c[...]

Making Basic Adjustments 33 Projecting in Split Screen mode You can use the Split Screen fe ature to simult aneously project two images from different image sources next to each other. You can cont rol the Split Scre en feature using the remote control or the projector menus. The Split Screen feature is only availab le with certain combinations of [...]

34 Making Basic Adjustments 2. Press the Menu button. You see this screen: 3. To select an input source for the other image, select the Source setting, press Enter , select the input source, select Execute , and press Ent er . (You can also change image sources, if necessary.) 4. To switch the images, select the Swap Screens setting and press Enter[...]

Making Basic Adjustments 35 Select the image source you want to adjust, then press the Color Mode button on the remote control. Choose from these settings: ■ Cinema for viewing movies in a dimly lit room. ■ Dynamic for projecting the brightest picture available. ■ Living Room for watching television programs during the day. ■ Natural or THX[...]

36 Making Basic Adjustments 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 incr ease the contrast of dark areas, but tend to blur the bright areas. Higher values will da rk en the light areas. Gamma presets make minor adjustments [...]

Making Basic Adjustments 37 Adjusting RGBCMY Use this feature to adjust the hue, saturation , and brightness for e ach 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: 2. Use the u or d button on the remote control to sel ect the c[...]

38 Making Basic Adjustments 4. Choose from these options: ■ Child Lock to disable the P power button on the projector’s control panel unless it is pressed for about 3 seconds. Since you can st ill use the remote cont rol to turn on the projector, you may want to keep it away from children’s reach. Note: Even if the Child Lock is on, the proje[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 39 Making Detailed Adjustments You can use the projector’s on-scree n menus to make detailed adjustment s 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. Using the Menu System You can access the menu [...]

40 Making Detailed Adjustments 4. When you’re finished, press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit th e 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: ■ Press the l or r button to adjust the setting. ■ Press the Menu or Es[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 41 Adjusting the Picture Quality Before fine-tuning the image using these adjustments, make sure you have already se lected the best Color Mode for your picture and viewing environment, as described on page 34. Then use the settings in this section to finish adjusting the picture to your liking. Most image quality settin[...]

42 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Auto Iris When this setting is on, the light output is automatically adjusted according to th e brightness of the image. Select either Normal or High Speed to indicate how quickly you would like the projector to respond to changes in the brightness of the image. The setting is stored separately for each image sour[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 43 ■ 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 e xtend the life of the lamp, selec t ECO . Sharpness and Picture Quality Set tings If the image looks fuzzy, or if it contains noise or f[...]

44 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Motion Detection This setting specifies how signals are conver ted 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 onl y when viewing a composite video signal, or 480i or 576i, or 1080i signals inp[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 45 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 th e picture with the remaining settings . Most color settings are stored sepa[...]

46 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ RGBCMY Use the RGBCMY settings to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of the six color components (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, ye llow). After adjusting e ach 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 [...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 47 ■ 3D Format Use this setting to select the 3D format support ed by your video device. In most cases, the projector will correctly detect the 3D format when this option is set to Auto . You should only select the 2D , Side by Side , or Top and Bottom formats when your projector doesn’t properly display 3D images. S[...]

48 Making Detailed Adjustments Adjustments for Computer Images In addition to the settings described previously, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync settings for analog RGB computer images. Normally, thes e settings are adjusted automatically by the projector. I f you notice that t he image is blurr y or contains dark vertical bands, you may need [...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 49 WirelessHD Settings (Power Lite Home Cinema 5020UBe only) Use these options to m anage the Wireless HD connection and access the WirelessHD reception monitor. ■ Device Connections Select this option to display a list of available WirelessHD devices. Note: The MAC Add ress of the included WirelessHD Transmitter can b[...]

50 Making Detailed Adjustments Split Screen Setup Press the Menu button while in Split Screen mode to access this menu. ■ Screen Size Adjusts the size of the two screens. Choose Larger Left to increase the size of the left screen, Larger Right to increase the size of the right screen, or Equal to split the display evenly between the two screens. [...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 51 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector Your projector comes with 10 memory location s where you can save customized settings to obtain the best pictur e quality for each of your video inputs. Creating Memory Settings Memory settings can be used to store most of the picture quality settings on page 43 an[...]

52 Making Detailed Adjustments Renaming Memory Settings 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[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 53 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 (suc h as the Image or Settings menu), open that menu, select Reset ,[...]

54 Making Detailed Adjustments 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 su re you have already selected an appropriate aspect ratio for the type of pict ur e you’re v iewi[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 55 ■ Zoom Caption Pos. Lets you adjust the shape and position of the image so that subtitles are visible (available only if the Aspect setting has been set to Zoom ). Adjust Overscan before changing the zoom position. Screen Options ■ Messages Turn this setting off if you want to preven t on-screen messages from appe[...]

56 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Video Signal Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically int erpret the format, such as NTSC or PAL (for standard TV formats). ■ 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 inte[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 57 ■ 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 4921 feet (1500 meters) or higher. Note: The maxim um operating altitude is 7500 feet (2286 meters). ■ Trigger Out Turn on this setting [...]

58 Making Detailed Adjustments Follow these ste ps to adjust the projector’s L CD alignment: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. Select Extende d from the main menu, and then select LCD Alignment . You see the following displayed on the screen: 2. Set the Correct LCD Align. setting to On . 3. Set Select Color to R to adjust the red co[...]

Making Detailed Adjustments 59 6. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to correct any visible misalignment in the corner highlighted by the orange box. 7. When you’ve finished adjusting the highlighted corner, press the Enter button on the remote control to adjust the next corner. Repe at this process for each of the four corners. 8. Once [...]

60 Using WirelessHD Using WirelessHD You can use the included WirelessHD Transm itter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020 UBe only) to wirelessly stream HD content from a video device to the projector. Placing the WirelessHD Transmitter Place the WirelessHD Transmitter so that the unit’s light s face the front of the projector. Make sure the transmitter [...]

Using WirelessHD 61 Connecting the WirelessHD Transmitter To prepare your device to work with the WirelessHD button on the remote control, follow these steps: 1. Follow the instructions on the previous page and place the t ransmitter within range of the projector. 2. Plug the AC adapter into the transmitter and an electrical outlet. 3. Connect HDMI[...]

62 Using WirelessHD Viewing WirelessHD Content Follow these steps to view WirelessHD con tent: 1. Turn on the power switch on the side of the transmitter. 2. Turn on your source device and begin playback. 3. Turn on the projector. 4. Press the WirelessHD button on the remote control . Note: If the WirelessHD connection fails, press the Setup button[...]

Using WirelessHD 63 Note: Make sure to point the remote at the WirelessHD transmitter. The sub-screen menu is displayed: 2. Press the Input button repeatedly to highlight different input sources. When you have highlighted the source you want to switch to, stop pressing the Input button. The display will automatically switch to t he selected source [...]

64 Using WirelessHD If you have connected a television or other display to the output port on the transmitter and want to switch between wired and wireless display modes, press the Outp ut button on the remote control or transmitter. Note: The WiHD light on the transmitter will light up when the wireless display mode is active. Using Picture-in-Pic[...]

Using WirelessHD 65 ■ Press and hold the P-in-P button on the remote control to switch the sources shown in the main display and the sub-screen. 3. When you’re finished watching P-in-P, press the P-in-P button on the remote control to close the sub-screen and resume normal projection.[...]

66 Using HDMI Link Using HDMI Link When you connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to the projector with HDMI cables, you can control them using the HDMI Link control buttons on the projector’s remote control. This lets you use just one remote control to op erate many commonly used features on all your devices. In a typical configuration, your DVD, [...]

Using HDMI Link 67 3. Press the HDMI Link button to exit the menu system. 4. Set up your connected devices so their HD MI CEC-compatible fu nctions are enabled. For details, refer to the device manuf acturer’s documentation. Changing HDMI Link Settings 1. Press the HDMI Link button on the projector’s remote control. 2. Select Device Connections[...]

68 Maintenance Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance. All you ne ed to do on a r egular basis is keep the lens clean. You also may need to clean the air filte r to prevent overheating. Warning: Before cleaning any part of the projector, tu r n it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the projector, except as spec ific[...]

Maintenance 69 Caution: Never rub the lens with abrasive materials. Use only l ens cleaning fluids that are designed for cleaning optics. Avoid touching the lens with your bare hands to prevent fingerprints on or damage to the lens surface. Cleaning the 3D Glasses Use the included lint-free cloth (do not use paper towels) to gently wipe the 3D glas[...]

70 Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, turn off th e projector and unplug the power cord. ■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the ca se 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 wit h a dry cloth. Cautio[...]

Maintenance 71 3. Press in on the inner edge of the air filte r co ver to release the latch, then pull to remove the cover. 4. Remove the air filter as shown. 5. Gently tap both sides of the air filter against a hard surface four or five times to remove loos e dust from the air filter. Note: Do not use excessive force when tapping the air filte r, [...]

72 Maintenance If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filt er is broken, replace it. You can purchase air filter part number V13H134A39 from an auth orized EPSON reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 80 0-GO-EPSON (800 -463-7766). To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 7. Insert [...]

Maintenance 73 You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L 69 from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO -EPSON (800-463-776 6). To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Be sure to read the “Important Safety Inform ation” on page 92 before replacing the l[...]

74 Maintenance 6. Loosen the screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out). 7. Lift up the lamp handle and gently pull the lamp out of the projector. 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. 8. Gently insert the new [...]

Maintenance 75 9. Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.) 10. Tighten the lamp cover screw. 11. Reset the lamp usage timer, as describe d on page 75. Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the back of the projector, and press t[...]

76 Maintenance 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 appe[...]

Maintenance 77 Transporting the Projector Note: Epso n shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation. The projector contains many glass and precis ion 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 [...]

78 Problem Sol ving 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[...]

Problem Solving 79 Power light flashes blue, power bu tton is on The projector is warming up. Wait for the picture to appear. The projector is cooling down. Wa it unti l the power light stops flashing and remains off. Then press the P po wer button on the projector or the On button on the remote co ntrol to turn it back on. Power light and power bu[...]

80 Problem Sol ving Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and th e power switch on the back of the projector is t u r n e d on . T h e n w a i t a m o m e n t f or th e P power button to light up before pressing the P power button on the projector or the On button on the remote control.[...]

Problem Solving 81 3D content does not display or does not display correctly. ■ Press the 2D/3D button on the remote control to switch to 3D viewing mode, if necessary. ■ Make sure you are within the 3D viewing range ( see page 12). ■ Make sure that the 3D glasses are fully charged and are paired with the projector. ■ Check that your video [...]

82 Problem Sol ving You’re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen. If you’re using a Windows ® laptop: ■ Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It’s often labeled with an icon such as , but it may also be labeled CRT/LCD . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it. Check your laptop[...]

Problem Solving 83 ■ Make sure your cables are securely connected at both ends. ■ If you’re using an extension cable, you may pick up interference if the cable is n ot adequately shielded. You may nee d to use a signal amplifier for longer cables. ■ If you’re displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off[...]

84 Problem Sol ving Solving Remote Control Problems The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ Make sure you’re within about 32 feet (10 m) of the projector, and the remote control is aimed at the projector’s front or back sensor within the ranges shown below. ■ You may need to replace the remote control batterie s (see p[...]

Problem Solving 85 Solving WirelessHD Problems (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe Only) The projector cannot display images from the Wirel essHD Transmitter. ■ Open the WirelessHD reception monitor an d check the strength of the WirelessHD signal (see page 49). If the signal is weak, you may need to move th e transmitter closer to the projector or re[...]

86 Problem Sol ving Where to Get Help Internet Support Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Here you can access troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical advice through email . Speak to a Suppo rt Representative To use the Epson PrivateL[...]

Specifications 87 Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18.8 mm) wide Lens F=2.00 to 3.17 Resolution (native format) 1920 × 1080 pixels, 1080p Brightness Normal mode: White light output up to 2400 lumens (ISO 21118 standard) Color light output up to 2400 lumens Dynamic contrast ratio Up[...]

88 Specificati ons WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe only) Usable frequency 60 GHz band (2 – 3 ch, QPSK, 16QAM, BPSK) AC adapter 11 V DC / 1.64 A, 100-240 V AC, 50/6 0 Hz Transmission range 32 feet (10 m) WirelessHD standards Conforms to WirelessHD Ver. 1.0b Operating temperature 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Copyright protection[...]

Specifications 89 220 to 240 V AC: Operating: 340 W (Normal mode) 278 W (ECO mode) Standby: 0.39 W (with HDMI Link enabled) 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-condensin g Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing Operating altitude Up to 7500 fee[...]

90 Specificati ons Composite video Component video Analog RGB (computer display) HDMI Format Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution NTSC 60 720 × 480 PAL 50/60 720 × 576 SECAM 50 720 × 576 Format/ Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution SDTV 480i 576i 480p 576p 60 50 60 50 720 × 480 720 × 576 720 × 480 720 × 576 HDTV 720p 1080i 1080p 50/60 50/60 50/60 128[...]

Specifications 91 3D mode Note: When proj ecting with WirelessHD, DeepColor (1 0 to 12 bit color depth) 1080P 5 0/60Hz is not supported. 3D format ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null mode m serial cable to control the p rojector. You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projecto[...]

92 Notices Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and usi ng 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. ■ If you or any viewer experiences the following sy mptoms or othe[...]

Notices 93 ■ The following people should limit 3D content viewing: People with a history of photosensitivity People with heart disease People in poor health People who are sleep deprived People who are physically tired People under the influence of drugs or alcohol Anyone who has ever experienced epileptic seizures or sensory disturbances trigger[...]

94 Notices ■ Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it. ■ Unplug the projector during lightnin g storms or when not in use for extended periods. ■ Don’t place the projector or remote cont rol on top of heat-producin g equipment. ■ If you use the projector in a coun try other than where you purchased it, use the correct power[...]

Notices 95 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 us er to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with th[...]

96 Notices Trademarks EPSON, PowerLite, and C 2 Fine are registered trademarks, and EPSO N Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PrivateLine is a registered trademark, DigiS can and Accu Cinema ar e trademarks, and Extra Care is a s ervice mark of Epson America, Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multi m[...]