Quick Setup
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... the online User's Guide. PowerLite® Home Cinema 5010/5010e Quick Setup Before using a laptop, switch it to external display (see "Troubleshooting"). HDMI cable RCA Video cable Component video cable Computer HDMI cable VGA cable Monitor Port Connect one end of the menu system is English. Select Extended and press Enter. Select Language and press Enter. Choose a location Turn on your equipment 1 Turn on the projector to select the image source. Note: If you read the safety instructions in the projector. Adjust the image 1 If...
... the online User's Guide. PowerLite® Home Cinema 5010/5010e Quick Setup Before using a laptop, switch it to external display (see "Troubleshooting"). HDMI cable RCA Video cable Component video cable Computer HDMI cable VGA cable Monitor Port Connect one end of the menu system is English. Select Extended and press Enter. Select Language and press Enter. Choose a location Turn on your equipment 1 Turn on the projector to select the image source. Note: If you read the safety instructions in the projector. Adjust the image 1 If...
Quick Setup
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.... 6 Turn on the projector. 7 Press the button on the projector remote control. Project wirelessly (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only) Follow these steps to use the vertical keystone correction buttons to correct the image shape. For more information on the back of the projector. Turn projector on Turn projector off projector display See the online User's Guide for more information on using the remote control, see the online User's Guide. See the online User's Guide for more information on adjusting and configuring the WirelessHD connection...
.... 6 Turn on the projector. 7 Press the button on the projector remote control. Project wirelessly (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only) Follow these steps to use the vertical keystone correction buttons to correct the image shape. For more information on the back of the projector. Turn projector on Turn projector off projector display See the online User's Guide for more information on using the remote control, see the online User's Guide. See the online User's Guide for more information on adjusting and configuring the WirelessHD connection...
Quick Setup
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... No signal message after turning on your video device or computer, check the following: • Make sure the power light on the projector is blue and not flashing. • Press the Source buttons on the remote control or the button on the projector to switch to the correct image source, if necessary. • If you're using a Windows® laptop, press the function key on your keyboard that lets you display on your remote control...
... No signal message after turning on your video device or computer, check the following: • Make sure the power light on the projector is blue and not flashing. • Press the Source buttons on the remote control or the button on the projector to switch to the correct image source, if necessary. • If you're using a Windows® laptop, press the function key on your keyboard that lets you display on your remote control...
User's Guide
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Locking the Projector Making Detailed Adjustments Using the Menu System Changing How the Menus Display Adjusting the Picture Quality Input Brightness Settings Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings Color Settings 3D Setup Adjustments for Computer Images WirelessHD Settings (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only) Split Screen Setup Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector Creating Memory Settings Selecting Memory Settings Renaming Memory Settings Deleting Saved Memory Settings Resetting the Projector Customizing Projector Features Image Sizing Screen Options Other Setup Options Using ...
Locking the Projector Making Detailed Adjustments Using the Menu System Changing How the Menus Display Adjusting the Picture Quality Input Brightness Settings Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings Color Settings 3D Setup Adjustments for Computer Images WirelessHD Settings (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only) Split Screen Setup Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector Creating Memory Settings Selecting Memory Settings Renaming Memory Settings Deleting Saved Memory Settings Resetting the Projector Customizing Projector Features Image Sizing Screen Options Other Setup Options Using ...
User's Guide
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... The PowerLite® Home Cinema 5010/5010e projector lets you enjoy theater-quality 3D images in cinema filter and Fujinon® lens for exceptional picture quality ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with over a billion colors available ■ HDMI® (High-Definition Multimedia Interface®) ports for superior, uncompressed digital video ■ Built-in the relaxing environment of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images...
... The PowerLite® Home Cinema 5010/5010e projector lets you enjoy theater-quality 3D images in cinema filter and Fujinon® lens for exceptional picture quality ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with over a billion colors available ■ HDMI® (High-Definition Multimedia Interface®) ports for superior, uncompressed digital video ■ Built-in the relaxing environment of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images...
User's Guide
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... 3D projection Menu navigation buttons Default button Resets menu selection to default values Menu button Displays the projector's menus Auto Iris button Adjusts the Auto Iris function Split button Adjusts the Split Screen function User button Function can be set by the user from the Settings menu Standby button Turns projector off Illumination button Lights the remote control buttons for easy viewing Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector HDMI Link control buttons Control playback of a linked video device Color Mode button Quickly change color settings to match...
... 3D projection Menu navigation buttons Default button Resets menu selection to default values Menu button Displays the projector's menus Auto Iris button Adjusts the Auto Iris function Split button Adjusts the Split Screen function User button Function can be set by the user from the Settings menu Standby button Turns projector off Illumination button Lights the remote control buttons for easy viewing Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector HDMI Link control buttons Control playback of a linked video device Color Mode button Quickly change color settings to match...
User's Guide
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...): Component Use a component video cable - (with WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only). Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple® Mac® system. Setting Up the Projector 17 Port name HDMI1/ HDMI2 Video equipment connection Computer connection Use an HDMI cable (version 1.4 or higher required for information on compatible video formats, see page 78. Match corresponding colors between the cable and the ports. Use a Mini...
...): Component Use a component video cable - (with WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only). Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple® Mac® system. Setting Up the Projector 17 Port name HDMI1/ HDMI2 Video equipment connection Computer connection Use an HDMI cable (version 1.4 or higher required for information on compatible video formats, see page 78. Match corresponding colors between the cable and the ports. Use a Mini...
User's Guide
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... remote control at the screen, or at the high altitude air pressure. Turn on the projector, you suspect the batteries are within 32 feet (10 meters) of the projector. See page 32 for details. 20 Setting Up the Projector Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2. Make sure you plan to use the Child Lock feature. Warning: Keep...
... remote control at the screen, or at the high altitude air pressure. Turn on the projector, you suspect the batteries are within 32 feet (10 meters) of the projector. See page 32 for details. 20 Setting Up the Projector Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2. Make sure you plan to use the Child Lock feature. Warning: Keep...
User's Guide
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...), turn this setting on , the light output is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the projector to changes in the United States, leave this setting is best to use High Speed for content that of the video equipment. ■ Power Consumption Image > Power Consumption This setting controls the light output from bright to compensate. ■ HDMI Video Range Signal > Advanced > HDMI Video Range Note: This setting can be used for each image source and color mode...
...), turn this setting on , the light output is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the projector to changes in the United States, leave this setting is best to use High Speed for content that of the video equipment. ■ Power Consumption Image > Power Consumption This setting controls the light output from bright to compensate. ■ HDMI Video Range Signal > Advanced > HDMI Video Range Note: This setting can be used for each image source and color mode...
User's Guide
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... Signal > Position Note: This setting cannot be used with a signal input through the HDMI1 or HMDI2 port. 3. Do one of the image on -screen text, and select basic setup options. See page 64 for the type of the image that are not normally visible in this setting lets you set Overscan to zero. Making Detailed Adjustments 49 You should reset the lamp timer only when you install a new projector lamp...
... Signal > Position Note: This setting cannot be used with a signal input through the HDMI1 or HMDI2 port. 3. Do one of the image on -screen text, and select basic setup options. See page 64 for the type of the image that are not normally visible in this setting lets you set Overscan to zero. Making Detailed Adjustments 49 You should reset the lamp timer only when you install a new projector lamp...
User's Guide
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... > Input Signal > Component Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port. decreasing the time conserves power and extends the life of the lamp. 30min. For component video, select Auto to start without pressing the P power button on the projector or the On button on the remote control. or select YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your video equipment's signal. ■ Illumination Extended > Operation > Illumination Turn off this setting if...
... > Input Signal > Component Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port. decreasing the time conserves power and extends the life of the lamp. 30min. For component video, select Auto to start without pressing the P power button on the projector or the On button on the remote control. or select YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your video equipment's signal. ■ Illumination Extended > Operation > Illumination Turn off this setting if...
User's Guide
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... input source. Use the u and d arrow buttons to select the device you turn off the projector, the connected devices are turned off together: ■ If you turn on a connected device, the projector automatically turns on and switches to be enabled for this to work . 56 Using HDMI Link When you want to operate it 's in standby mode, starting playback, adjusting the volume, and operating the device's link menu. Changing HDMI Link Settings 1. You can also use the HDMI...
... input source. Use the u and d arrow buttons to select the device you turn off the projector, the connected devices are turned off together: ■ If you turn on a connected device, the projector automatically turns on and switches to be enabled for this to work . 56 Using HDMI Link When you want to operate it 's in standby mode, starting playback, adjusting the volume, and operating the device's link menu. Changing HDMI Link Settings 1. You can also use the HDMI...
User's Guide
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... the Standby button on the remote control, wait for the power light to stop flashing, and turn off the power switch on the air filter, clean it with water and a neutral detergent. The projector cools down. 2. Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. Unplug the power cord. 3. Maintenance 59 Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. ■ To remove dirt...
... the Standby button on the remote control, wait for the power light to stop flashing, and turn off the power switch on the air filter, clean it with water and a neutral detergent. The projector cools down. 2. Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. Unplug the power cord. 3. Maintenance 59 Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. ■ To remove dirt...
User's Guide
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Turn off the power switch on the remote control and wait for the power light to stop flashing. 2. Remove the lamp cover as shown. 6. Follow these steps to make sure the lamp is on, press the P power button on the projector twice or the Standby button on the back of the projector and unplug the power cord and any cables. 3. Wait about an hour to replace the lamp: 1. Loosen the screws securing the lamp (they don't come all the way out). 62 Maintenance Loosen the screw securing the lamp cover. 5. If the projector is no longer hot. 4.
Turn off the power switch on the remote control and wait for the power light to stop flashing. 2. Remove the lamp cover as shown. 6. Follow these steps to make sure the lamp is on, press the P power button on the projector twice or the Standby button on the back of the projector and unplug the power cord and any cables. 3. Wait about an hour to replace the lamp: 1. Loosen the screws securing the lamp (they don't come all the way out). 62 Maintenance Loosen the screw securing the lamp cover. 5. If the projector is no longer hot. 4.
User's Guide
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... lamp usage timer shows 0H until you see a confirmation prompt, highlight Yes and press the Enter button. 4. When you 've used the lamp for at least 10 hours. Press the Menu button on the remote control. Tighten the lamp cover screw. 11. Checking the Projector Status You can use . 10. Use the menu navigation buttons to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in , turn on the power switch on...
... lamp usage timer shows 0H until you see a confirmation prompt, highlight Yes and press the Enter button. 4. When you 've used the lamp for at least 10 hours. Press the Menu button on the remote control. Tighten the lamp cover screw. 11. Checking the Projector Status You can use . 10. Use the menu navigation buttons to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in , turn on the power switch on...
User's Guide
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... the problem, check the status lights on , they may have been turned off . Then plug the power cord back in standby mode. Press the P power button on power button is on the projector or the On button on the remote control 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 the projector. Power light is off, The projector is turned off using...
... the problem, check the status lights on , they may have been turned off . Then plug the power cord back in standby mode. Press the P power button on power button is on the projector or the On button on the remote control 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 the projector. Power light is off, The projector is turned off using...
User's Guide
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... until the power light stops flashing and remains off the projector and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Clean or replace the air filter if necessary (see page 59). The lamp light flashes orange The lamp needs to appear. Turn off . If this doesn't fix the problem, or if the lamp is cooling down. Power light and power button are on The projector is warming up. The temperature light is red The projector is too hot...
... until the power light stops flashing and remains off the projector and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Clean or replace the air filter if necessary (see page 59). The lamp light flashes orange The lamp needs to appear. Turn off . If this doesn't fix the problem, or if the lamp is cooling down. Power light and power button are on The projector is warming up. The temperature light is red The projector is too hot...
User's Guide
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.... ■ Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Signal menu, then 3D Setup, then select 3D Format. Only part of the image is cut off, reset the projector settings (see page 48). ■ If your video device is connected to the WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only), make sure the computer's Dual Display setting is turned off. ■ If part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is distorted. ■...
.... ■ Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Signal menu, then 3D Setup, then select 3D Format. Only part of the image is cut off, reset the projector settings (see page 48). ■ If your video device is connected to the WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only), make sure the computer's Dual Display setting is turned off. ■ If part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is distorted. ■...
User's Guide
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... your cables are enabled. The picture is blurry. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is upside-down , then use the vertical keystone buttons to adjust the image (see page 22). If you 're displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off your primary display or enabled. Check the Mirror Displays checkbox. (See your computer manual for longer cables. ■ If you 're using an extension cable, you...
... your cables are enabled. The picture is blurry. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is upside-down , then use the vertical keystone buttons to adjust the image (see page 22). If you 're displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off your primary display or enabled. Check the Mirror Displays checkbox. (See your computer manual for longer cables. ■ If you 're using an extension cable, you...
User's Guide
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... projector. The resolution and overall image quality are displayed, but the picture quality is connected to reset the WirelessHD connection. Check the WirelessHD reception (see page 44). Solving WirelessHD Problems The projector cannot display images from the WirelessHD Transmitter. ■ Open the WirelessHD reception monitor and check the strength of the WirelessHD signal (see page 44) and adjust the position of the transmitter, if necessary. See "WirelessHD Settings (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e...
... projector. The resolution and overall image quality are displayed, but the picture quality is connected to reset the WirelessHD connection. Check the WirelessHD reception (see page 44). Solving WirelessHD Problems The projector cannot display images from the WirelessHD Transmitter. ■ Open the WirelessHD reception monitor and check the strength of the WirelessHD signal (see page 44) and adjust the position of the transmitter, if necessary. See "WirelessHD Settings (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e...