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... 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 6 7 9 10 10 11 12 12 16 18 18 20 21 21 21 22 23 24 26 26 27 28 29 30 31...
... 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 6 7 9 10 10 11 12 12 16 18 18 20 21 21 21 22 23 24 26 26 27 28 29 30 31...
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... Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 40 Adjustments for Computer Images 42 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 43 Selecting Memory Settings 43 Creating Memory Settings 44 Renaming Memory Settings 44 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 45 Resetting the... Projector 45 Customizing Projector Features 46 Image Sizing 46 Screen Options 47 Other Setup Options 47 Maintenance 50 Cleaning the Lens 50 Cleaning the Projector Case 51 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 51 Replacing ...
... Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 40 Adjustments for Computer Images 42 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 43 Selecting Memory Settings 43 Creating Memory Settings 44 Renaming Memory Settings 44 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 45 Resetting the... Projector 45 Customizing Projector Features 46 Image Sizing 46 Screen Options 47 Other Setup Options 47 Maintenance 50 Cleaning the Lens 50 Cleaning the Projector Case 51 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 51 Replacing ...
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Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8350/8700 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest blacks ■ Epson C2Fine® 3LCD technology for reliable picture quality, increased contrast ratio and uniform colors ■ 1080Perfect™ video processing (using HQV® Reon-VX...
Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8350/8700 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest blacks ■ Epson C2Fine® 3LCD technology for reliable picture quality, increased contrast ratio and uniform colors ■ 1080Perfect™ video processing (using HQV® Reon-VX...
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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 Introduction 7
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 Introduction 7
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Bottom Mounting bracket attachment points Optional cable cover attachment points (brass colored) Projector Control Panel Top control panel Power button Source button Switches the video input source Side control panel Menu navigation button Warning lights Menu button Displays the menus Enter button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Esc button Exits the current menu item 8 Introduction
Bottom Mounting bracket attachment points Optional cable cover attachment points (brass colored) Projector Control Panel Top control panel Power button Source button Switches the video input source Side control panel Menu navigation button Warning lights Menu button Displays the menus Enter button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Esc button Exits the current menu item 8 Introduction
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... to adjust the image Illumination button Lights the remote control buttons for easy viewing Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Esc (escape) button Exits the current menu item Enter/Line Menu button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Menu button ...Displays the projector's menus Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different lighting environments Aspect button Changes the picture's aspect ratio Sharpness button Adjusts image sharpness...
... to adjust the image Illumination button Lights the remote control buttons for easy viewing Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Esc (escape) button Exits the current menu item Enter/Line Menu button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Menu button ...Displays the projector's menus Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different lighting environments Aspect button Changes the picture's aspect ratio Sharpness button Adjusts image sharpness...
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..., visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. For details, see page 74. Instead, Epson will ship you won't have to wait for details. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in the... unit anywhere in warranty. Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: Product Replacement lamp Air filter replacement Kensington security lock (anti-theft device) Cable cover Projector mount Anamorphic lens kit (Home Cinema 8700 UB only) Part number V13H010L49 V13H134A21...
..., visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. For details, see page 74. Instead, Epson will ship you won't have to wait for details. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in the... unit anywhere in warranty. Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: Product Replacement lamp Air filter replacement Kensington security lock (anti-theft device) Cable cover Projector mount Anamorphic lens kit (Home Cinema 8700 UB only) Part number V13H010L49 V13H134A21...
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... through the manual: WARNING: Must be observed to avoid damage to your questions to Epson support. Take advantage of Epson's automated support services 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Use this site to view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) or ...product information and e-mail your equipment. If you need to use the Epson PrivateLine® Support service. Note: Contains important information about your projector. Introduction 11 Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that ...
... through the manual: WARNING: Must be observed to avoid damage to your questions to Epson support. Take advantage of Epson's automated support services 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Use this site to view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) or ...product information and e-mail your equipment. If you need to use the Epson PrivateLine® Support service. Note: Contains important information about your projector. Introduction 11 Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that ...
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Choosing a Location You can install the projector for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image. Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection. Center Side Ceiling 12 Setting Up the Projector
Choosing a Location You can install the projector for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image. Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection. Center Side Ceiling 12 Setting Up the Projector
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... to move the lens by about one-half its lens is not possible, use the lens shift dials to reposition the image. Ideally, keep the projector level and place it straight ahead (rather than at a height so its width (for details, see page 25). As a rule of thumb, you place the... it at the center of the screen), then use the lens shift dials to center of image to change the lens position. Setting Up the Projector 13 Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution: Do not try to center the image on the screen. Offset A Offset B Projection distance Offset...
... to move the lens by about one-half its lens is not possible, use the lens shift dials to reposition the image. Ideally, keep the projector level and place it straight ahead (rather than at a height so its width (for details, see page 25). As a rule of thumb, you place the... it at the center of the screen), then use the lens shift dials to center of image to change the lens position. Setting Up the Projector 13 Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution: Do not try to center the image on the screen. Offset A Offset B Projection distance Offset...
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The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector's lens to 120 cm 14 Setting Up the Projector 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...
The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector's lens to 120 cm 14 Setting Up the Projector 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...
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... plenty of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord. Setting Up the Projector 15 Do not set the projector on top of loose materials that could block the vents underneath. ■ Make sure the projector is available on the Epson website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). This program is within 9.8 feet (3 m) of space...
... plenty of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord. Setting Up the Projector 15 Do not set the projector on top of loose materials that could block the vents underneath. ■ Make sure the projector is available on the Epson website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). This program is within 9.8 feet (3 m) of space...
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... right side up. In addition, the projector's Trigger out port can rotate the Epson logo plate 180 degrees when suspending the projector from a ceiling, you will need to determine the location, based on the remote control. 2. To suspend the projector from a ceiling. Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to invert the picture...
... right side up. In addition, the projector's Trigger out port can rotate the Epson logo plate 180 degrees when suspending the projector from a ceiling, you will need to determine the location, based on the remote control. 2. To suspend the projector from a ceiling. Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to invert the picture...
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The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: Center of lens 5.4 in. 36 mm 0.5 in. 2.3 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. 148.3 mm 72 mm 5.3 in. 134.7 mm 6.3 in. 160 mm 15.3 in. 389.7 mm M4 × 9 mm Setting Up the Projector 17
The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: Center of lens 5.4 in. 36 mm 0.5 in. 2.3 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. 148.3 mm 72 mm 5.3 in. 134.7 mm 6.3 in. 160 mm 15.3 in. 389.7 mm M4 × 9 mm Setting Up the Projector 17
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Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to many types of the commercially available cables shown below: Port name HDMI 1/ HDMI 2 Video equipment connection Use an HDMI cable: Computer connection Component Use a ...;/DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. Video Use an RCA video cable: - 18 Setting Up the Projector
Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to many types of the commercially available cables shown below: Port name HDMI 1/ HDMI 2 Video equipment connection Use an HDMI cable: Computer connection Component Use a ...;/DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. Video Use an RCA video cable: - 18 Setting Up the Projector
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For best results, connect your equipment doesn't support HDMI, connect it 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 cable holders using a commercially available cable tie. Connect video equipment to one of these ports Setting Up the Projector 19 If your video equipment to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first): Component (for component video), S-Video, or Video (for composite video). Connect a computer to the HDMI port, if possible.
For best results, connect your equipment doesn't support HDMI, connect it 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 cable holders using a commercially available cable tie. Connect video equipment to one of these ports Setting Up the Projector 19 If your video equipment to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first): Component (for component video), S-Video, or Video (for composite video). Connect a computer to the HDMI port, if possible.
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...can also be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is turned on. Refer to the RS-232C port. Connect a 3.5-mm mini jack to use the projector. ■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. ■ The Trigger out port outputs a 12... a 9-pin null modem serial cable to the table of ESC/VP21 command codes on page 69. 20 Setting Up the Projector On the Home Cinema 8700 UB, it can be used to operate a motorized anamorphic lens. Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, ...
...can also be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is turned on. Refer to the RS-232C port. Connect a 3.5-mm mini jack to use the projector. ■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. ■ The Trigger out port outputs a 12... a 9-pin null modem serial cable to the table of ESC/VP21 command codes on page 69. 20 Setting Up the Projector On the Home Cinema 8700 UB, it can be used to operate a motorized anamorphic lens. Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, ...
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... the tab and lift open the cover. 2. 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. WARNING: Keep batteries away from children. Turn on any connected equipment you are weak, press the ... batteries as shown. 3. Make sure you plan to use. 3. Remove the lens cap. 2. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. ON Setting Up the Projector 21 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries.
... the tab and lift open the cover. 2. 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. WARNING: Keep batteries away from children. Turn on any connected equipment you are weak, press the ... batteries as shown. 3. Make sure you plan to use. 3. Remove the lens cap. 2. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. ON Setting Up the Projector 21 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries.
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... you see a picture, you need to change the image source as described above 4921 feet (1500 meters), turn on the projector, you don't see a confirmation message, press the Ppower button again to prolong the life of the product. 3. You can use the Child Lock feature. ... to turn off any equipment connected to warm up and display an image. Turn off the projector's main power switch on the remote control or projector. See page 49 for the Ppower light to move the projector, wait for details. Caution: Turn off this product when not in use may need to...
... you see a picture, you need to change the image source as described above 4921 feet (1500 meters), turn on the projector, you don't see a confirmation message, press the Ppower button again to prolong the life of the product. 3. You can use the Child Lock feature. ... to turn off any equipment connected to warm up and display an image. Turn off the projector's main power switch on the remote control or projector. See page 49 for the Ppower light to move the projector, wait for details. Caution: Turn off this product when not in use may need to...