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... Creating Memory Settings 43 Renaming Memory Settings 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 43 Resetting the Projector 44 Customizing Projector Features 45 Image Sizing 45 Screen Options 46 Other Setup Options 46 Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 50 Replacing the Lamp 52 Resetting...
... Creating Memory Settings 43 Renaming Memory Settings 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 43 Resetting the Projector 44 Customizing Projector Features 45 Image Sizing 45 Screen Options 46 Other Setup Options 46 Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 50 Replacing the Lamp 52 Resetting...
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... and ceiling mounted, with vertical and horizontal offset lens shift ■ Seven color modes, including x.v.Color™, to quickly optimize viewing for unmatched color accuracy, with over a billion colors available ■ Epson AccuCinema™ color management delivered by the built-...custom color adjustments Introduction 7 Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest blacks ■ Epson® Crystal Fine 3LCD technology for ...
... and ceiling mounted, with vertical and horizontal offset lens shift ■ Seven color modes, including x.v.Color™, to quickly optimize viewing for unmatched color accuracy, with over a billion colors available ■ Epson AccuCinema™ color management delivered by the built-...custom color adjustments Introduction 7 Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest blacks ■ Epson® Crystal Fine 3LCD technology for ...
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Projector Parts Front Lamp cover Control panel (top) Vertical lens shift dial Control panel (side) Ventilation slots Horizontal lens shift dial Focus ring Lens cover Zoom ring Infrared receiver Adjustable foot Back Component video port HDMI ports S-Video port Infrared receiver PC port Control (RS-232C) port Lamp cover release Trigger out port Kensington® lock port Air intake (filter) Cable holder Video port Main power switch AC power inlet 8 Introduction
Projector Parts Front Lamp cover Control panel (top) Vertical lens shift dial Control panel (side) Ventilation slots Horizontal lens shift dial Focus ring Lens cover Zoom ring Infrared receiver Adjustable foot Back Component video port HDMI ports S-Video port Infrared receiver PC port Control (RS-232C) port Lamp cover release Trigger out port Kensington® lock port Air intake (filter) Cable holder Video port Main power switch AC power inlet 8 Introduction
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...at a height so its width (for details, see page 26). If you place the projector off to the side, aim it at the center of the screen, as shown below. Always use the horizontal lens shift dial to reposition the image. Offset A Offset B Projection distance Offset refers to ...distance from bottom of image to center of thumb, you may damage the projector. As a rule of lens using maximum lens shift. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution: Do not try to move the image up or down by nearly its full height, and ...
...at a height so its width (for details, see page 26). If you place the projector off to the side, aim it at the center of the screen, as shown below. Always use the horizontal lens shift dial to reposition the image. Offset A Offset B Projection distance Offset refers to ...distance from bottom of image to center of thumb, you may damage the projector. As a rule of lens using maximum lens shift. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution: Do not try to move the image up or down by nearly its full height, and ...
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Use these tables as a guide for projector placement: 16:9 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Projection distance (width × height) 2.8 to 6.2 feet 0.87 to 1.88 m 30 in. (26 × 15 in.) 76.2 cm (... cm 0 to 37.6 in. 0 to 96 cm 0 to 47.1 in. 0 to the screen. The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector's lens to 120 cm Setting Up the Projector 15 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 Projection distance (width × height) 2.8 to 6.2 feet 0.87 to 1.88 m 30 in. (26 × 15 in.) 76.2 cm (... cm 0 to 37.6 in. 0 to 96 cm 0 to 47.1 in. 0 to the screen. The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector's lens to 120 cm Setting Up the Projector 15 Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may differ.
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The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: Center of lens 5.4 in. 136 mm 0.5 in. 12 mm 0.2 in. 4.5 mm 17.7 in. 450 mm 11.8 in. 300 mm 5.2 in. 131 mm 3.0 in. 75 mm 1.8 in. 45 mm 5.9 in. 150 mm 2.2 in. 56 mm 5.8 in. 2.8 in. 148 mm 72 mm 5.3 in. 135 mm 15.3 in. 390 mm 6.3 in. 160 mm M4 × 9 mm 18 Setting Up the Projector
The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: Center of lens 5.4 in. 136 mm 0.5 in. 12 mm 0.2 in. 4.5 mm 17.7 in. 450 mm 11.8 in. 300 mm 5.2 in. 131 mm 3.0 in. 75 mm 1.8 in. 45 mm 5.9 in. 150 mm 2.2 in. 56 mm 5.8 in. 2.8 in. 148 mm 72 mm 5.3 in. 135 mm 15.3 in. 390 mm 6.3 in. 160 mm M4 × 9 mm 18 Setting Up the Projector
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... two new AA batteries as shown. 3. If you suspect the batteries are within 30 feet of the projector. Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries. Aim the... remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of the projector. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries. Remove the lens cap. 2. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2.
... two new AA batteries as shown. 3. If you suspect the batteries are within 30 feet of the projector. Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries. Aim the... remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of the projector. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries. Remove the lens cap. 2. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2.
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Adjustable feet Setting Up the Projector 25 When you may damage the projector. Always use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to help adjust the image position by hand, or you hear a click, the lens position is almost centered. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Note: You can display ... control. If necessary, adjust the front feet so that the projector is parallel to turn off the test pattern. Caution: Do not try to move the lens by pressing the Pattern button on the screen, use the lens shift dials to turn , you cannot adjust the position any ...
Adjustable feet Setting Up the Projector 25 When you may damage the projector. Always use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to help adjust the image position by hand, or you hear a click, the lens position is almost centered. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Note: You can display ... control. If necessary, adjust the front feet so that the projector is parallel to turn off the test pattern. Caution: Do not try to move the lens by pressing the Pattern button on the screen, use the lens shift dials to turn , you cannot adjust the position any ...
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The amount by which you can be moved to the right 26 Setting Up the Projector The image cannot be shifted up to 9 percent of the width of the image width (W) and height (H), as shown below: Maximum lens shift boundary H H 1/2H 1/2W H Move downwards Move upwards Move to the left Move to the...
The amount by which you can be moved to the right 26 Setting Up the Projector The image cannot be shifted up to 9 percent of the width of the image width (W) and height (H), as shown below: Maximum lens shift boundary H H 1/2H 1/2W H Move downwards Move upwards Move to the left Move to the...
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...to do on a regular basis is designed for cleaning optics. Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Maintenance 49 Never open any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. The only parts you ...need to clean the air filter to service this product yourself, except as specifically explained in the projector can injure you clean any cover on the surface. ■ Use a blower brush that are the air filter and the lamp. Caution: Never...
...to do on a regular basis is designed for cleaning optics. Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Maintenance 49 Never open any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. The only parts you ...need to clean the air filter to service this product yourself, except as specifically explained in the projector can injure you clean any cover on the surface. ■ Use a blower brush that are the air filter and the lamp. Caution: Never...
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... turning the horizontal lens shift dial until it clicks. Before transporting the projector, make sure you center the lens from the remote control. ■ Pack the projector in the projector vents. Always use the lens shift dials to move the lens by turning the vertical lens shift dial until...parts. Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. When shipping the projector for an extended time, do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials. Transporting the Projector Note: Epson shall not be ...
... turning the horizontal lens shift dial until it clicks. Before transporting the projector, make sure you center the lens from the remote control. ■ Pack the projector in the projector vents. Always use the lens shift dials to move the lens by turning the vertical lens shift dial until...parts. Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. When shipping the projector for an extended time, do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials. Transporting the Projector Note: Epson shall not be ...
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... set the Control Panel Lock, the control panel buttons are visible (see page 45). ■ Use the Position setting to reposition the image on the projector, to turn on . ■ Make sure your video equipment is turned off temporarily. ■ Check that subtitles are disabled; No picture appears on...displayed. ■ Press one of the screen so that the Ppower icon is lit, the Ppower button is not flashing, and the lens cover is cut off . ■ The projector may need to light up after pressing the button. ■ Press the Blank button on . Problem Solving 59 Then wait a ...
... set the Control Panel Lock, the control panel buttons are visible (see page 45). ■ Use the Position setting to reposition the image on the projector, to turn on . ■ Make sure your video equipment is turned off temporarily. ■ Check that subtitles are disabled; No picture appears on...displayed. ■ Press one of the screen so that the Ppower icon is lit, the Ppower button is not flashing, and the lens cover is cut off . ■ The projector may need to light up after pressing the button. ■ Press the Blank button on . Problem Solving 59 Then wait a ...
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... not tilted up interference if the cable is not adequately shielded. Face the projector straight ahead (instead of at both ends. ■ If you're using it . Clean the lens as described on the lens. Problem Solving 61 The picture contains static or noise. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is set ...may need to center the image (see page 27). ■ Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. If you've just moved the projector from a computer, you 're displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off to one side of the screen), then use the ...
... not tilted up interference if the cable is not adequately shielded. Face the projector straight ahead (instead of at both ends. ■ If you're using it . Clean the lens as described on the lens. Problem Solving 61 The picture contains static or noise. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is set ...may need to center the image (see page 27). ■ Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. If you've just moved the projector from a computer, you 're displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off to one side of the screen), then use the ...
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... 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 × 1080 pixels, 1080p Home Cinema 8100: Normal mode: White light output ...) 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) 1 to 2.1 16:9 22 to 28 dB Specifications 65
... 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 × 1080 pixels, 1080p Home Cinema 8100: Normal mode: White light output ...) 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) 1 to 2.1 16:9 22 to 28 dB Specifications 65
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... VAC: Operating: 282 W (Home Cinema 8100) 297 W (Home Cinema 8500 UB) Standby: 0.2 W 66 Specifications not including lens protrusion 16.1 lb (7.3 kg) (Home Cinema 8100) 16.5 lb (7.5 kg) (Home Cinema 8500 UB) Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption 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 prolong the life of the projector.
... VAC: Operating: 282 W (Home Cinema 8100) 297 W (Home Cinema 8500 UB) Standby: 0.2 W 66 Specifications not including lens protrusion 16.1 lb (7.3 kg) (Home Cinema 8100) 16.5 lb (7.5 kg) (Home Cinema 8500 UB) Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption 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 prolong the life of the projector.
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... ■ Don't insert the plug into an outlet with dust present, and insert the plug firmly into the outlet. Never let children look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on an unstable cart, stand, or table. if liquid has been spilled into the...; Never open any risk of power source indicated on . Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the lens when it has been exposed to service this User's Guide, do so could result in performance, indicating a need for cleaning. Use a damp...
... ■ Don't insert the plug into an outlet with dust present, and insert the plug firmly into the outlet. Never let children look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on an unstable cart, stand, or table. if liquid has been spilled into the...; Never open any risk of power source indicated on . Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the lens when it has been exposed to service this User's Guide, do so could result in performance, indicating a need for cleaning. Use a damp...
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... 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 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 Color Temp. Index Numerics 2-2 Pull-down...
... 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 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 Color Temp. Index Numerics 2-2 Pull-down...
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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 ...Gamma button, 10 H HDMI, 19, 20, 36 Help, 63 High Altitude Mode, 48 Home Service, 11 I Illumination of buttons projector, 47, 57 to 58 remote control, 22 Illumination setting, 47, 58 78 Index Image ...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 ...
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 ...Gamma button, 10 H HDMI, 19, 20, 36 Help, 63 High Altitude Mode, 48 Home Service, 11 I Illumination of buttons projector, 47, 57 to 58 remote control, 22 Illumination setting, 47, 58 78 Index Image ...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 ...