User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 6100
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Contents Introduction Projector Parts Front Back Bottom Projector Control Panel Remote Control Button Map Optional Accessories Registration and Warranty Using This Manual Setting Up the Projector Choosing a Location Installing the Projector Connecting 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...
Contents Introduction Projector Parts Front Back Bottom Projector Control Panel Remote Control Button Map Optional Accessories Registration and Warranty Using This Manual Setting Up the Projector Choosing a Location Installing the Projector Connecting 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...
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... 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 43 Renaming Memory Settings 44 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 44 Resetting the Projector 45 Customizing Projector Features 46 Image Sizing 46 Screen Options 47 Other Setup Options 47 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...
... 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 43 Renaming Memory Settings 44 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 44 Resetting the Projector 45 Customizing Projector Features 46 Image Sizing 46 Screen Options 47 Other Setup Options 47 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...
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... home. Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 6100/6500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking ■ HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface™) port for superior, uncompressed digital video ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with over a billion colors available ■ Epson AccuCinema™ color...
... home. Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 6100/6500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking ■ HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface™) port for superior, uncompressed digital video ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with over a billion colors available ■ Epson AccuCinema™ color...
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... illumination button. Remove the lens cap. 2. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2. Aim the remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of the projector. ON 22 Setting Up the Projector Insert the tab on any connected equipment you plan to use. 3. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. Warning: Keep batteries away from children. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses...
... illumination button. Remove the lens cap. 2. Release the tab and lift open the cover. 2. Aim the remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of the projector. ON 22 Setting Up the Projector Insert the tab on any connected equipment you plan to use. 3. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. Warning: Keep batteries away from children. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses...
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... > Setup Level Note: This setting can be used only when a composite video, S-Video, or component video signal is being input through the Video or S-Video port, or when a video signal is being input and the Color Mode is set to x.v. this setting is on to compensate. 36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Brightness Image > Brightness Adjust the brightness so it's suitable for your video equipment's specifications to be sure of the correct setting. ■ EPSON Super White Signal...
... > Setup Level Note: This setting can be used only when a composite video, S-Video, or component video signal is being input through the Video or S-Video port, or when a video signal is being input and the Color Mode is set to x.v. this setting is on to compensate. 36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Brightness Image > Brightness Adjust the brightness so it's suitable for your video equipment's specifications to be sure of the correct setting. ■ EPSON Super White Signal...
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...Making Detailed Adjustments 47 Other Setup Options ■ Projection Settings > Projection You can select different options for projecting the image: Front, Front/Ceiling, Rear, Rear/Ceiling. ■ Direct Power On Settings > Direct Power On Sets projection to turn on. ■ Video Signal Settings > Input Signal > Video Signal Leave this setting on -screen messages from appearing (such as the no-signal message, or the identifying text that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes). ■ Startup Screen Settings > Display > Startup Screen Turn this setting off if...
...Making Detailed Adjustments 47 Other Setup Options ■ Projection Settings > Projection You can select different options for projecting the image: Front, Front/Ceiling, Rear, Rear/Ceiling. ■ Direct Power On Settings > Direct Power On Sets projection to turn on. ■ Video Signal Settings > Input Signal > Video Signal Leave this setting on -screen messages from appearing (such as the no-signal message, or the identifying text that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes). ■ Startup Screen Settings > Display > Startup Screen Turn this setting off if...
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... lamp. Turn this setting on this setting, the new setting will take effect the next time you disable all the buttons on . ■ Sleep Mode Settings > Sleep Mode Turn off this setting to manually select your projection screen. decreasing the time conserves power and extends the life of time before shutoff; See page 32 for more difficult for more information. ■ High Altitude Mode Settings > High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of equipment connected to let the projector...
... lamp. Turn this setting on this setting, the new setting will take effect the next time you disable all the buttons on . ■ Sleep Mode Settings > Sleep Mode Turn off this setting to manually select your projection screen. decreasing the time conserves power and extends the life of time before shutoff; See page 32 for more difficult for more information. ■ High Altitude Mode Settings > High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of equipment connected to let the projector...
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You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) from an authorized Epson reseller. It's time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. ■ The projector's lamp light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on , press the P Power button and wait for up to 4000 hours. To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In the unlikely event that...
You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49) from an authorized Epson reseller. It's time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. ■ The projector's lamp light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on , press the P Power button and wait for up to 4000 hours. To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. In the unlikely event that...
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... in use the Info menu to open the Info menu. Press the Menu button on the currently selected image source. The following information appears: ■ Lamp Hours ■ Source ■ Input Signal ■ Resolution ■ Scan Mode ■ Refresh Rate ■ Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color (color depth) ■ Status (error information) Note: The information displayed depends on the projector or remote control. 2. Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch...
... in use the Info menu to open the Info menu. Press the Menu button on the currently selected image source. The following information appears: ■ Lamp Hours ■ Source ■ Input Signal ■ Resolution ■ Scan Mode ■ Refresh Rate ■ Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color (color depth) ■ Status (error information) Note: The information displayed depends on the projector or remote control. 2. Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch...
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... lamp handy. The lamp light flashes red The lamp needs to be replaced. Both warning lights There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter. Both warning lights are flashing red There is an internal problem. Turn off the power switch on the are red back of space around the projector for five minutes, then turn on and the power cord is flashing The lamp needs to be replaced soon (see page 63). The temperature light flashes orange and the power icon is flashing High...
... lamp handy. The lamp light flashes red The lamp needs to be replaced. Both warning lights There is a problem with the auto iris or cinema filter. Both warning lights are flashing red There is an internal problem. Turn off the power switch on the are red back of space around the projector for five minutes, then turn on and the power cord is flashing The lamp needs to be replaced soon (see page 63). The temperature light flashes orange and the power icon is flashing High...
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... the Source buttons on the remote control, or press the source button on the projector, or use the remote control to turn on the screen (see page 46). ■ If you've connected a computer and you see only half the image, make sure it's adjusted correctly (see page 45). Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in standby (or sleep) mode. If part...
... the Source buttons on the remote control, or press the source button on the projector, or use the remote control to turn on the screen (see page 46). ■ If you've connected a computer and you see only half the image, make sure it's adjusted correctly (see page 45). Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in standby (or sleep) mode. If part...
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...: ■ Product name (PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 or 6500 UB) ■ Product serial number (located on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers: ■ U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday ■ Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday Days and hours of the projector) ■ Computer...
...: ■ Product name (PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 or 6500 UB) ■ Product serial number (located on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers: ■ U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday ■ Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday Days and hours of the projector) ■ Computer...
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Following are some of the available codes: Item Power ON/OFF A/V Mute ON/OFF A/V Mute selection Source change Terminal Component PC HDMI 1 Video HDMI 2 Color Mode Aspect ratio ON OFF ON OFF Black Blue Signal name Component video YCbCr YPbPr Auto HDB15 RGB HDMI 1 Video/S-Video Video (RCA) S-Video HDMI 2 Theatre Dynamic Natural Theatre Black 1 Theatre Black 2 x.v.Color Living Room Normal Full Zoom Wide Command PWR ON PWR OFF MUTE ON MUTE OFF...
Following are some of the available codes: Item Power ON/OFF A/V Mute ON/OFF A/V Mute selection Source change Terminal Component PC HDMI 1 Video HDMI 2 Color Mode Aspect ratio ON OFF ON OFF Black Blue Signal name Component video YCbCr YPbPr Auto HDB15 RGB HDMI 1 Video/S-Video Video (RCA) S-Video HDMI 2 Theatre Dynamic Natural Theatre Black 1 Theatre Black 2 x.v.Color Living Room Normal Full Zoom Wide Command PWR ON PWR OFF MUTE ON MUTE OFF...
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... power source indicated on the projector. Notices 71 Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the lens when it is damaged or frayed; If you follow the operating instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in the projector case. Failure to do not attempt to avoid any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers...
... power source indicated on the projector. Notices 71 Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the lens when it is damaged or frayed; If you follow the operating instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in the projector case. Failure to do not attempt to avoid any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers...
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... or part may be properly maintained or fail to provide the model, serial number, and date of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as a result of original purchase. If Epson replaces the lamp as filters. Limited Warranty Two-Year Projector Limited Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. ("Epson") warrants to Epson for...
... or part may be properly maintained or fail to provide the model, serial number, and date of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as a result of original purchase. If Epson replaces the lamp as filters. Limited Warranty Two-Year Projector Limited Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. ("Epson") warrants to Epson for...
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... Auto Setup, 42 B Batteries, remote control, 22 Blank button, 24 Block NR, 39 Blurry picture, 61 Brightness setting, 36 specification, 65 Brightness Control setting, 37 Buttons projector, 9 remote control, 10 C Cables, connecting, 19 to 21 Child Lock, 48 Child lock, 32 Cleaning air filter, 50 to 51 lens, 49 projector case, 50 Codes, AV controller, 70 Color adjusting, 30 to 31, 40 to 41 problems, 62 Color Mode, 10, 29, 62 Color Saturation setting, 40 Color temperature setting, 40 Component setting, 48 Component video connection, 19 Computer adjusting image, 42 displaying image...
... Auto Setup, 42 B Batteries, remote control, 22 Blank button, 24 Block NR, 39 Blurry picture, 61 Brightness setting, 36 specification, 65 Brightness Control setting, 37 Buttons projector, 9 remote control, 10 C Cables, connecting, 19 to 21 Child Lock, 48 Child lock, 32 Cleaning air filter, 50 to 51 lens, 49 projector case, 50 Codes, AV controller, 70 Color adjusting, 30 to 31, 40 to 41 problems, 62 Color Mode, 10, 29, 62 Color Saturation setting, 40 Color temperature setting, 40 Component setting, 48 Component video connection, 19 Computer adjusting image, 42 displaying image...
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... Image problems, 59 to 62 78 Index Info menu, 55 Installing projector, 17 Interference, signal, 61 K Kensington anti-theft device, 8, 11 L Lamp checking usage timer, 55 life, 66 ordering, 11, 52 replacing, 52 to 54 resetting usage timer, 55 safety instructions, 71 to 72 specifications, 66 Language setting, 35 Lens shift dials, 14, 25 Lens, cleaning, 49 Lights, projector, 57 to 58 Line menu, 10 Lock Child Lock, 48 child lock, 32 Kensington, 8, 11 operation lock, 32 projector buttons...
... Image problems, 59 to 62 78 Index Info menu, 55 Installing projector, 17 Interference, signal, 61 K Kensington anti-theft device, 8, 11 L Lamp checking usage timer, 55 life, 66 ordering, 11, 52 replacing, 52 to 54 resetting usage timer, 55 safety instructions, 71 to 72 specifications, 66 Language setting, 35 Lens shift dials, 14, 25 Lens, cleaning, 49 Lights, projector, 57 to 58 Line menu, 10 Lock Child Lock, 48 child lock, 32 Kensington, 8, 11 operation lock, 32 projector buttons...
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... Projection Distance Calculator, 16 Projector checking status, 55 cleaning, 50 control panel, 9 dimensions, 18, 66 installing, 17 lights, 57 to 58 locking buttons, 32 menus, 35 to 48 parts, 8 to 9 positioning, 13 to 16 resetting menu options, 45 security lock, 8, 11 storing, 56 transporting, 56 turning on and off, 22 to 23, 59 R Registration, 11 Remote control batteries, 22 buttons, 10 lighting up buttons, 22 problems, 62 Replacing lamp, 52 to 54 Resetting lamp usage timer, 45, 55 projector settings...
... Projection Distance Calculator, 16 Projector checking status, 55 cleaning, 50 control panel, 9 dimensions, 18, 66 installing, 17 lights, 57 to 58 locking buttons, 32 menus, 35 to 48 parts, 8 to 9 positioning, 13 to 16 resetting menu options, 45 security lock, 8, 11 storing, 56 transporting, 56 turning on and off, 22 to 23, 59 R Registration, 11 Remote control batteries, 22 buttons, 10 lighting up buttons, 22 problems, 62 Replacing lamp, 52 to 54 Resetting lamp usage timer, 45, 55 projector settings...
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... Sleep mode, 48 Source buttons, 9, 10 Source, selecting image, 24 Specifications compatible video formats, 68 to 69 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 general, 65 lamp, 66 remote control, 66 Startup screen, selecting, 47 Static, 61 Storing projector, 56 Support, 12, 63 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 42 T Technical support, 12, 63 Test pattern, 25 Tint, 40 Tracking, 42 Transporting projector, 56 Trigger out port, 21 Trigger out setting, 48 Turning...
... Sleep mode, 48 Source buttons, 9, 10 Source, selecting image, 24 Specifications compatible video formats, 68 to 69 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 general, 65 lamp, 66 remote control, 66 Startup screen, selecting, 47 Static, 61 Storing projector, 56 Support, 12, 63 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 42 T Technical support, 12, 63 Test pattern, 25 Tint, 40 Tracking, 42 Transporting projector, 56 Trigger out port, 21 Trigger out setting, 48 Turning...
Product Brochure
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..., Inc. down) Horizontal: 47.1% (max. PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 Home Theater Projector ORDERING INFORMATION Product Name PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 Replacement Lamp Replacement Air Filter Product Code V11H291M20 V13H010L49 V13H134A21 UPC 010343 87272 1 010343 87268 4 010343 87269 1 S-video Component Video HDMI 1 2 BACK PANEL PC Only RS-232c Trigger Out Composite Video Power SPECIFICATIONS Projection System 3LCD, 3-chip optical engine Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution Native 1080p (1920 x 1080) Projection Methods Front/ Rear/ Ceiling Mount Aspect Ratio Native 16...
..., Inc. down) Horizontal: 47.1% (max. PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 Home Theater Projector ORDERING INFORMATION Product Name PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 Replacement Lamp Replacement Air Filter Product Code V11H291M20 V13H010L49 V13H134A21 UPC 010343 87272 1 010343 87268 4 010343 87269 1 S-video Component Video HDMI 1 2 BACK PANEL PC Only RS-232c Trigger Out Composite Video Power SPECIFICATIONS Projection System 3LCD, 3-chip optical engine Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution Native 1080p (1920 x 1080) Projection Methods Front/ Rear/ Ceiling Mount Aspect Ratio Native 16...