User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... 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 the Lamp Usage Timer 55 Checking the Projector Status 55 Storing the Projector 56 Transporting the Projector 56 4 Contents
... 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 the Lamp Usage Timer 55 Checking the Projector Status 55 Storing the Projector 56 Transporting the Projector 56 4 Contents
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Problem Solving 57 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 57 Solving Picture Problems 59 Solving Remote Control Problems 62 Where to Get Help 63 Specifications 65 General 65 Lamp 66 Remote Control 66 Dimensions 66 Electrical 66 Environmental 67 Safety 67 Compatible Video Formats 68 ESC/VP21 Command Codes 70 Notices 71 Important Safety Information 71 FCC Compliance Statement 73 Declaration of Conformity 74 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 75 Index 77 Contents 5
Problem Solving 57 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 57 Solving Picture Problems 59 Solving Remote Control Problems 62 Where to Get Help 63 Specifications 65 General 65 Lamp 66 Remote Control 66 Dimensions 66 Electrical 66 Environmental 67 Safety 67 Compatible Video Formats 68 ESC/VP21 Command Codes 70 Notices 71 Important Safety Information 71 FCC Compliance Statement 73 Declaration of Conformity 74 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 75 Index 77 Contents 5
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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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... Home Service brochure for the projector: Product Replacement lamp Air filter replacement Kensington security lock (anti-theft device) Cable cover Projector mount Part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) V13H134A21 (ELPAF21) ELPSL01 V12H003002 (ELPCC01W) ELPHB550 You can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson ...you a replacement unit anywhere in warranty. To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. Instead, Epson will ship you won't have to be repaired. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic ...
... Home Service brochure for the projector: Product Replacement lamp Air filter replacement Kensington security lock (anti-theft device) Cable cover Projector mount Part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) V13H134A21 (ELPAF21) ELPSL01 V12H003002 (ELPCC01W) ELPHB550 You can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson ...you a replacement unit anywhere in warranty. To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. Instead, Epson will ship you won't have to be repaired. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic ...
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... above, or you 'll be using the projector at an altitude above 4900 feet (1500 meters), turn off the projector and letting it and reduce lamp life. Never turn the projector off any equipment connected to unplug the projector, if necessary. Remote control Projector Note: To prevent children from turning on...
... above, or you 'll be using the projector at an altitude above 4900 feet (1500 meters), turn off the projector and letting it and reduce lamp life. Never turn the projector off any equipment connected to unplug the projector, if necessary. Remote control Projector Note: To prevent children from turning on...
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... Before fine-tuning the image using and make sure you finish adjusting the settings for one input source, switch to prolong the life of the lamp. ■ Contrast Image > Contrast This setting adjusts the difference between the bright and dark areas of the picture. ■ Brightness Image > Brightness Adjust the brightness...
... Before fine-tuning the image using and make sure you finish adjusting the settings for one input source, switch to prolong the life of the lamp. ■ Contrast Image > Contrast This setting adjusts the difference between the bright and dark areas of the picture. ■ Brightness Image > Brightness Adjust the brightness...
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... 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 24). If your video equipment's specifications to be sure of the correct setting. ■ EPSON Super White Signal > Advanced > EPSON Super White Note: This setting can be ...equipment sold in the brightness of the image. On Normal, the projector produces a brighter image and the lamp uses more power. When this setting at which dark areas of the lamp, select ECO. 36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Auto Iris Image > Auto Iris Note: This setting...
... 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 24). If your video equipment's specifications to be sure of the correct setting. ■ EPSON Super White Signal > Advanced > EPSON Super White Note: This setting can be ...equipment sold in the brightness of the image. On Normal, the projector produces a brighter image and the lamp uses more power. When this setting at which dark areas of the lamp, select ECO. 36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Auto Iris Image > Auto Iris Note: This setting...
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... for more settings may be adjusted improperly. Do one at a time with the Erase Memory setting under the Memory menu. You should reset the lamp timer only when you expect, one or more information. ■ Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings. ■ Select Reset All to... select Reset You can restore the projector to their original values. Resetting the Projector If the image quality isn't what you install a new projector lamp. The example below shows how to delete the memory settings. 3. Select Yes, then press the Enter button to reset the Image menu settings: ...
... for more settings may be adjusted improperly. Do one at a time with the Erase Memory setting under the Memory menu. You should reset the lamp timer only when you expect, one or more information. ■ Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings. ■ Select Reset All to... select Reset You can restore the projector to their original values. Resetting the Projector If the image quality isn't what you install a new projector lamp. The example below shows how to delete the memory settings. 3. Select Yes, then press the Enter button to reset the Image menu settings: ...
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... Settings > Trigger Out Turn on the projector's Ppower and buttons. ■ Component Settings > Input Signal > Component Change this setting to match the type of the lamp. See page 32 for more information. ■ Control Panel Lock Settings > Control Panel Lock Lets you turn on the projector. or select YCbCr or YPbPr...
... Settings > Trigger Out Turn on the projector's Ppower and buttons. ■ Component Settings > Input Signal > Component Change this setting to match the type of the lamp. See page 32 for more information. ■ Control Panel Lock Settings > Control Panel Lock Lets you turn on the projector. or select YCbCr or YPbPr...
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... injure you clean any cover on the surface. ■ Use a blower brush that are the air filter and the lamp. The only parts you notice dirt or dust on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Warning: Before you severely. If necessary, moisten the cloth with abrasive materials. Maintenance 49 You...
... injure you clean any cover on the surface. ■ Use a blower brush that are the air filter and the lamp. The only parts you notice dirt or dust on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Warning: Before you severely. If necessary, moisten the cloth with abrasive materials. Maintenance 49 You...
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... cloth or glove to replace the lamp: 1. 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). Follow these steps to handle the new lamp. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). In the ...unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may shorten the lamp life. the invisible residue left by the...
... cloth or glove to replace the lamp: 1. 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). Follow these steps to handle the new lamp. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). In the ...unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may shorten the lamp life. the invisible residue left by the...
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5. Then lift up the cover to release the lamp cover. Maintenance 53 Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Insert the screwdriver that came with the lamp (or a similar tool) into the slot on the back of the projector to remove it straight out. Warning: The lamp(s) in the trash. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it . 6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don't come all the way out). 7. Do not put in this product contain mercury.
5. Then lift up the cover to release the lamp cover. Maintenance 53 Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Insert the screwdriver that came with the lamp (or a similar tool) into the slot on the back of the projector to remove it straight out. Warning: The lamp(s) in the trash. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it . 6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don't come all the way out). 7. Do not put in this product contain mercury.
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Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure. 9. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don't touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described on page 55. 54 Maintenance Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won't work if the lamp cover is open or loose.) 10. 8.
Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure. 9. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don't touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described on page 55. 54 Maintenance Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won't work if the lamp cover is open or loose.) 10. 8.
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... selected image source. When you 're finished, press the Menu button to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in , turn on the power switch on the back, and press the Ppower button. When you see page 68). Checking the ...Projector Status You can use . The following information appears: ■ Lamp Hours ■ Source ■ Input Signal ■ Resolution ■ Scan Mode ■ Refresh Rate ■ Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color ...
... selected image source. When you 're finished, press the Menu button to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in , turn on the power switch on the back, and press the Ppower button. When you see page 68). Checking the ...Projector Status You can use . The following information appears: ■ Lamp Hours ■ Source ■ Input Signal ■ Resolution ■ Scan Mode ■ Refresh Rate ■ Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color ...
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... of space around the projector for five minutes, then turn on the are flashing red There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter. The lamp light flashes orange and the power icon is a fan or sensor problem. The temperature light flashes red There is flashing The...have been turned off the power switch on High Altitude Mode so the fan can cool the projector properly (see page 48). Then contact Epson for assistance (see page 63). Both warning lights There is in progress. The temperature light flashes orange and the power icon is flashing High...
... of space around the projector for five minutes, then turn on the are flashing red There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter. The lamp light flashes orange and the power icon is a fan or sensor problem. The temperature light flashes red There is flashing The...have been turned off the power switch on High Altitude Mode so the fan can cool the projector properly (see page 48). Then contact Epson for assistance (see page 63). Both warning lights There is in progress. The temperature light flashes orange and the power icon is flashing High...
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... or back sensor within the ranges shown below. Approx.60 Approx.60 Approx.60 Approx.60 ■ You may need to see how long the lamp has been in direct sunlight. ■ Turn off any fluorescent lights. Press the illumination button and check if the buttons glow. Check the... lamp usage timer to replace the remote control batteries (see page 22). If they don't, replace the batteries. ■ Dim the room lights and turn off ...
... or back sensor within the ranges shown below. Approx.60 Approx.60 Approx.60 Approx.60 ■ You may need to see how long the lamp has been in direct sunlight. ■ Turn off any fluorescent lights. Press the illumination button and check if the buttons glow. Check the... lamp usage timer to replace the remote control batteries (see page 22). If they don't, replace the batteries. ■ Dim the room lights and turn off ...
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... 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. Type Power consumption Lamp life Part number UHE (Ultra High Efficiency), E-TORL 200 W 4000 hours V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) Remote Control...
... 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. Type Power consumption Lamp life Part number UHE (Ultra High Efficiency), E-TORL 200 W 4000 hours V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) Remote Control...
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... dropped or the housing has been damaged. ■ Don't place the projector where the cord can be walked on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the projector...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 damaged or frayed; the bright light can cause fire or electric shock. ■ Don't block the slots and openings in performance, ...
... dropped or the housing has been damaged. ■ Don't place the projector where the cord can be walked on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the projector...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 damaged or frayed; the bright light can cause fire or electric shock. ■ Don't block the slots and openings in performance, ...
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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 ... cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage. ■ Don't store the projector outside of the required temperature range of time. ■ The lamp(s) in this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other than where you purchased it . ■...
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 ... cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage. ■ Don't store the projector outside of the required temperature range of time. ■ The lamp(s) in this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other than where you purchased it . ■...
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... workmanship and materials for all freight charges if you will be prepared to provide the model, serial number, and date of original purchase. If Epson replaces the lamp as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with this limited warranty. Twenty-four hours per day or other than by...
... workmanship and materials for all freight charges if you will be prepared to provide the model, serial number, and date of original purchase. If Epson replaces the lamp as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with this limited warranty. Twenty-four hours per day or other than by...