Quick Setup
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... on switching between input sources. 2 Connect multiple video devices and use the transmitter as shown below to determine the viewing distance for more information. 4 To use the Source buttons on the remote control or the button on the projector to set up to four input devices to the HDMI port on switching between wireless and wired display modes. PowerLite® Home Cinema 5040UB/5040UBe Quick Setup Before using the projector, make sure you must be supported. In order to view 3D images correctly...
... on switching between input sources. 2 Connect multiple video devices and use the transmitter as shown below to determine the viewing distance for more information. 4 To use the Source buttons on the remote control or the button on the projector to set up to four input devices to the HDMI port on switching between wireless and wired display modes. PowerLite® Home Cinema 5040UB/5040UBe Quick Setup Before using the projector, make sure you must be supported. In order to view 3D images correctly...
Quick Setup
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... Enter, then select 3D Setup and press Enter. Viewing WirelessHD content (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe only) 1 Turn on your video device and begin playback on the 3D-compatible video device. The WiHD light on the transmitter lights up when the wireless display mode is successful. 5 Press the Lens button on the remote control again and use the , , , and buttons to reposition the image. 6 If your projector. If possible, change the position of your...
... Enter, then select 3D Setup and press Enter. Viewing WirelessHD content (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe only) 1 Turn on your video device and begin playback on the 3D-compatible video device. The WiHD light on the transmitter lights up when the wireless display mode is successful. 5 Press the Lens button on the remote control again and use the , , , and buttons to reposition the image. 6 If your projector. If possible, change the position of your...
Quick Setup
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... www.epson.com/webreg. Mac is flashing slowly, the transmitter could not connect with your video device for more information about using a Mac laptop, open System Preferences and select Displays. Troubleshooting If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on your video device or computer, check the following: •• Make sure the power light on the projector is subject to change without notice. © 2016 Epson America...
... www.epson.com/webreg. Mac is flashing slowly, the transmitter could not connect with your video device for more information about using a Mac laptop, open System Preferences and select Displays. Troubleshooting If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on your video device or computer, check the following: •• Make sure the power light on the projector is subject to change without notice. © 2016 Epson America...
Users Guide
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... Network Settings 37 Wireless Network Projection ...39 Installing the Wireless LAN Module 40 Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually 41 Wireless LAN Menu Settings ...44 Restricted IP Addresses ...45 Using a QR Code to Connect a Mobile Device 45 Searching for a Wireless Network 47 Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows 49 Selecting Wireless Network Settings in OS X 49 Enabling WPA or WPA2 Security 49 Wireless Security Menu Settings 50 Selecting External Network Detection Settings 51 Using Basic Projector Features ...53 Turning On the Projector ...53 Using the Home Screen...
... Network Settings 37 Wireless Network Projection ...39 Installing the Wireless LAN Module 40 Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually 41 Wireless LAN Menu Settings ...44 Restricted IP Addresses ...45 Using a QR Code to Connect a Mobile Device 45 Searching for a Wireless Network 47 Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows 49 Selecting Wireless Network Settings in OS X 49 Enabling WPA or WPA2 Security 49 Wireless Security Menu Settings 50 Selecting External Network Detection Settings 51 Using Basic Projector Features ...53 Turning On the Projector ...53 Using the Home Screen...
Users Guide
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... Glasses ...123 Air Filter and Vent Maintenance 124 Cleaning the Air Filter...124 Replacing the Air Filter...127 Projector Lamp Maintenance...129 Replacing the Lamp ...130 Resetting the Lamp Timer...133 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries 134 Transporting the Projector...136 Solving Problems ...138 Projection Problem Tips ...138 Projector Light Status ...139 Solving Image Problems ...142 Solutions When No Image Appears 142 Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears 143 Displaying From a PC Laptop 144 Displaying From a Mac Laptop 144 Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears 144...
... Glasses ...123 Air Filter and Vent Maintenance 124 Cleaning the Air Filter...124 Replacing the Air Filter...127 Projector Lamp Maintenance...129 Replacing the Lamp ...130 Resetting the Lamp Timer...133 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries 134 Transporting the Projector...136 Solving Problems ...138 Projection Problem Tips ...138 Projector Light Status ...139 Solving Image Problems ...142 Solutions When No Image Appears 142 Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears 143 Displaying From a PC Laptop 144 Displaying From a Mac Laptop 144 Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears 144...
Users Guide
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... optical HDMI connection • One MHL-compatible HDMI port on the WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe) Easy-to 2500 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and 2500 lumens of white brightness (white light output) Note: Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Introduction to Your Projector Refer to these special features: Bright, high-resolution projection system • Up to -use setup and operation features • Powered...
... optical HDMI connection • One MHL-compatible HDMI port on the WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe) Easy-to 2500 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and 2500 lumens of white brightness (white light output) Note: Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Introduction to Your Projector Refer to these special features: Bright, high-resolution projection system • Up to -use setup and operation features • Powered...
Users Guide
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... can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to Get Help". For details, see "Where to get help after checking this manual and any other sources listed here, you hold interactive meetings by projecting the computer screens of users over a network. 15 • Notes contain important information about your projector? Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector Where to Get Help Additional Projector Software and Manuals After connecting and setting up the projector, install the projector software...
... can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to Get Help". For details, see "Where to get help after checking this manual and any other sources listed here, you hold interactive meetings by projecting the computer screens of users over a network. 15 • Notes contain important information about your projector? Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector Where to Get Help Additional Projector Software and Manuals After connecting and setting up the projector, install the projector software...
Users Guide
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... Image Enh button (displays the Image Enhancement menu) 23 Color Mode button (selects display modes) 24 P-in-P button (controls the Picture-in-Picture mode) 25 Blank button (turns off video projection) 26 Illumination button (lights the remote control) 27 Standby button (turns off the projector) 22 2 Home button (displays Home screen) 3 Source buttons (select specific video input sources) 4 Link Menu button (displays the main menu of the connected device) Control buttons (control playback and other features of connected devices that support the HDMI CEC standard) 5 HDMI Link button (displays...
... Image Enh button (displays the Image Enhancement menu) 23 Color Mode button (selects display modes) 24 P-in-P button (controls the Picture-in-Picture mode) 25 Blank button (turns off video projection) 26 Illumination button (lights the remote control) 27 Standby button (turns off the projector) 22 2 Home button (displays Home screen) 3 Source buttons (select specific video input sources) 4 Link Menu button (displays the main menu of the connected device) Control buttons (control playback and other features of connected devices that support the HDMI CEC standard) 5 HDMI Link button (displays...
Users Guide
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...: Projector Placement Projector Connections See these sections to connect the projector to a Trigger Out Port Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector Related references Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Removing and Attaching the Terminal Cover Before you can connect equipment to your projector, you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode to remove the terminal cover. (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe) 29 Caution: If you need to ensure the projector's internal temperature is...
...: Projector Placement Projector Connections See these sections to connect the projector to a Trigger Out Port Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector Related references Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Removing and Attaching the Terminal Cover Before you can connect equipment to your projector, you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode to remove the terminal cover. (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe) 29 Caution: If you need to ensure the projector's internal temperature is...
Users Guide
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....x.x.x 224.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 Parent topic: Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually Using a QR Code to connect a mobile device using the Epson iProjection app. Related references Restricted IP Addresses Restricted IP Addresses When manually entering IP Settings, you can display a QR code on your projector, you cannot use these ranges of Epson iProjection on the screen and use it to Connect a Mobile Device After you select the wireless network settings for more information. 1.
....x.x.x 224.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 Parent topic: Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually Using a QR Code to connect a mobile device using the Epson iProjection app. Related references Restricted IP Addresses Restricted IP Addresses When manually entering IP Settings, you can display a QR code on your projector, you cannot use these ranges of Epson iProjection on the screen and use it to Connect a Mobile Device After you select the wireless network settings for more information. 1.
Users Guide
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... turned on, the projector turns on the projector. Extended Menu Using the Home Screen You can damage your eyes and is receiving power. 3. 2. Plug the power cord into the projector lens when the lamp is displayed, select the source you plug it in. To display the Home screen, do not see a projected image right away, try the following : • Press the Home button on the remote control. • Turn on the projector with the Home Screen Auto Disp setting enabled. • Turn...
... turned on, the projector turns on the projector. Extended Menu Using the Home Screen You can damage your eyes and is receiving power. 3. 2. Plug the power cord into the projector lens when the lamp is displayed, select the source you plug it in. To display the Home screen, do not see a projected image right away, try the following : • Press the Home button on the remote control. • Turn on the projector with the Home Screen Auto Disp setting enabled. • Turn...
Users Guide
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... you want to use. 76 Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features Using Picture in Picture You can temporarily turn the picture back on the projector and switch to the HDMI or WirelessHD image source you want to redirect your projector's feature adjustments. Adjusting Projector Features Follow the instructions in these sections to use your audience's attention during a presentation. Note: You can display only HDMI or WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe) video sources when using Picture in Picture while projecting 3D or 4K...
... you want to use. 76 Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features Using Picture in Picture You can temporarily turn the picture back on the projector and switch to the HDMI or WirelessHD image source you want to redirect your projector's feature adjustments. Adjusting Projector Features Follow the instructions in these sections to use your audience's attention during a presentation. Note: You can display only HDMI or WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe) video sources when using Picture in Picture while projecting 3D or 4K...
Users Guide
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... the settings, you can use the Power Consumption setting. Signal Menu Normally the projector detects and optimizes the input signal settings automatically. Setting Power Consumption Options High Medium ECO Auto Iris Off Normal High Speed Description Selects the brightness mode of the projector lamp High: sets maximum lamp brightness Medium: reduces the brightness of the lamp ECO: reduces lamp brightness and fan noise, and saves power and lamp life Adjusts the projected luminance based on the image brightness when certain Color Modes...
... the settings, you can use the Power Consumption setting. Signal Menu Normally the projector detects and optimizes the input signal settings automatically. Setting Power Consumption Options High Medium ECO Auto Iris Off Normal High Speed Description Selects the brightness mode of the projector lamp High: sets maximum lamp brightness Medium: reduces the brightness of the lamp ECO: reduces lamp brightness and fan noise, and saves power and lamp life Adjusts the projected luminance based on the image brightness when certain Color Modes...
Users Guide
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... number corresponding to the projector problem associated with the code. 118 Projector Info information Information item Lamp Hours Source Input Signal Resolution Scan Mode Refresh Rate 3D Format Sync Info Color Depth Color Format Status Serial Number Event ID Description Displays the number of hours (H) the lamp has been used the lamp for the solution to a specific projector problem; see the list of Event ID codes Event ID Code List Parent topic: Adjusting the Menu Settings Related tasks Replacing the Lamp Resetting the Lamp Timer Event ID Code...
... number corresponding to the projector problem associated with the code. 118 Projector Info information Information item Lamp Hours Source Input Signal Resolution Scan Mode Refresh Rate 3D Format Sync Info Color Depth Color Format Status Serial Number Event ID Description Displays the number of hours (H) the lamp has been used the lamp for the solution to a specific projector problem; see the list of Event ID codes Event ID Code List Parent topic: Adjusting the Menu Settings Related tasks Replacing the Lamp Resetting the Lamp Timer Event ID Code...
Users Guide
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...Status light Flashing blue Lamp light Temp light Orange Off Varies Flashing Off orange Flashing blue Off Flashing orange Flashing blue Flashing orange Flashing orange Flashing blue Orange Orange Flashing blue Flashing Off orange Status and solution Lamp has a problem • Check the Lamp Hours in the table above, turn on High Altitude Mode • If the problem persists, unplug the projector and contact Epson for the lamp to cool down, and check if it is burned out. reseat or replace the lamp as necessary • Clean or replace the air filter • Make sure the lamp cover...
...Status light Flashing blue Lamp light Temp light Orange Off Varies Flashing Off orange Flashing blue Off Flashing orange Flashing blue Flashing orange Flashing orange Flashing blue Orange Orange Flashing blue Flashing Off orange Status and solution Lamp has a problem • Check the Lamp Hours in the table above, turn on High Altitude Mode • If the problem persists, unplug the projector and contact Epson for the lamp to cool down, and check if it is burned out. reseat or replace the lamp as necessary • Clean or replace the air filter • Make sure the lamp cover...
Users Guide
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... the projector. • Adjust the 3D Depth setting on the Signal menu. • Make sure you are turned on and fully charged. If the glasses have entered standby mode, slide the power switch on the glasses to the Off position and then back to Auto or 3D. • Make sure your screen size matches the Diagonal Screen Size setting on the Signal menu. • Avoid using the projector near wireless networks, microwave...
... the projector. • Adjust the 3D Depth setting on the Signal menu. • Make sure you are turned on and fully charged. If the glasses have entered standby mode, slide the power switch on the glasses to the Off position and then back to Auto or 3D. • Make sure your screen size matches the Diagonal Screen Size setting on the Signal menu. • Avoid using the projector near wireless networks, microwave...
Users Guide
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... standby mode after a period of inactivity. Press the power button to wake the projector and adjust the Sleep Mode Timer setting to change the sleep interval. • If the projector's lamp shuts off . Check the solutions for security. Parent topic: Solving Projector or Remote Control Operation Problems 150 If that doesn't work, disconnect the cord and contact Epson. • Make sure the lamp and lamp cover are installed correctly. Settings Menu Related tasks Connecting the WirelessHD Transmitter Switching WirelessHD Sources Solving Projector...
... standby mode after a period of inactivity. Press the power button to wake the projector and adjust the Sleep Mode Timer setting to change the sleep interval. • If the projector's lamp shuts off . Check the solutions for security. Parent topic: Solving Projector or Remote Control Operation Problems 150 If that doesn't work, disconnect the cord and contact Epson. • Make sure the lamp and lamp cover are installed correctly. Settings Menu Related tasks Connecting the WirelessHD Transmitter Switching WirelessHD Sources Solving Projector...
Users Guide
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... Color Mode, Wide Zoom mode, and Lens Shift Vertical: 10:0 and Horizontal: Centered 50 inches (1.27 m) to 1 billion colors High Power Consumption mode: White light output 2500 lumens (ISO 21118 standard) Color light output 2500 lumens Contrast ratio Image size (in accordance with ISO 21118. 1,000,000:1 with IDMS 15.4; General Projector Specifications Projector Lamp Specifications Remote Control Specifications Projector Dimension Specifications Projector Electrical Specifications Projector Environmental Specifications Projector Safety and Approvals Specifications Supported Video Display...
... Color Mode, Wide Zoom mode, and Lens Shift Vertical: 10:0 and Horizontal: Centered 50 inches (1.27 m) to 1 billion colors High Power Consumption mode: White light output 2500 lumens (ISO 21118 standard) Color light output 2500 lumens Contrast ratio Image size (in accordance with ISO 21118. 1,000,000:1 with IDMS 15.4; General Projector Specifications Projector Lamp Specifications Remote Control Specifications Projector Dimension Specifications Projector Electrical Specifications Projector Environmental Specifications Projector Safety and Approvals Specifications Supported Video Display...
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... Lamp life will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Remote Control Specifications Reception range Batteries 32 feet (10 m) Two alkaline or manganese AA Parent topic: Technical Specifications Projector Dimension Specifications Height (excluding feet) Width Depth Weight 17.7 inches (450 mm) 20.5 inches (520 mm) 6.7 inches (170 mm) PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UB: 24.3 lb (11 kg) PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe: 24...
... Lamp life will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Remote Control Specifications Reception range Batteries 32 feet (10 m) Two alkaline or manganese AA Parent topic: Technical Specifications Projector Dimension Specifications Height (excluding feet) Width Depth Weight 17.7 inches (450 mm) 20.5 inches (520 mm) 6.7 inches (170 mm) PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UB: 24.3 lb (11 kg) PowerLite Home Cinema 5040UBe: 24...
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... life products. The bright light can damage your eyes. Refer all servicing to IEC60950-1 A2) FCC Compliance Statement Open Source Software License Trademarks Copyright Notice Recycling Epson offers a recycling program for important notices about your projector. Parent topic: Notices Important Safety Information Caution: Never look into the lens when it is turned on . Notices Check these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector...
... life products. The bright light can damage your eyes. Refer all servicing to IEC60950-1 A2) FCC Compliance Statement Open Source Software License Trademarks Copyright Notice Recycling Epson offers a recycling program for important notices about your projector. Parent topic: Notices Important Safety Information Caution: Never look into the lens when it is turned on . Notices Check these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector...