User's Guide
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... 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 Advanced Color Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting Adjusting RGBCMY Locking the Projector 6 7 9 10 10 11 12...
... 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 Advanced Color Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting Adjusting RGBCMY Locking the Projector 6 7 9 10 10 11 12...
User's Guide
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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 the Lamp 53 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 56 Checking...
... 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 the Lamp 53 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 56 Checking...
User's Guide
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... controls the light output based on the gamma and black/white levels of custom color adjustments 6 Introduction 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...
... controls the light output based on the gamma and black/white levels of custom color adjustments 6 Introduction 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...
User's Guide
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... accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are available. Instead, Epson will ship you receive special updates on the CD, or register online at epson.com/webreg. 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 ELPSL01 V12H003002 ELPHB550 ELPALK2 In...
... accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are available. Instead, Epson will ship you receive special updates on the CD, or register online at epson.com/webreg. 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 ELPSL01 V12H003002 ELPHB550 ELPALK2 In...
User's Guide
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.../VP21 command codes on page 69. 20 Setting Up the Projector Refer to the port, as shown. On the Home Cinema 8700 UB, it can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is on or off, and can also be used to operate a motorized anamorphic lens. This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is in use. Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables...
.../VP21 command codes on page 69. 20 Setting Up the Projector Refer to the port, as shown. On the Home Cinema 8700 UB, it can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is on or off, and can also be used to operate a motorized anamorphic lens. This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is in use. Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables...
User's Guide
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... button. Insert two new AA batteries as shown. 3. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries. Turn on the main power switch on any connected equipment you plan to use. 3. Remove the lens cap. 2. Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. ON Setting Up the Projector 21 Make sure you suspect the batteries are within 30 feet of the projector. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses...
... button. Insert two new AA batteries as shown. 3. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries. Turn on the main power switch on any connected equipment you plan to use. 3. Remove the lens cap. 2. Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. ON Setting Up the Projector 21 Make sure you suspect the batteries are within 30 feet of the projector. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses...
User's Guide
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... light output is automatically adjusted according to increase the brightness. ■ Brightness Image > Brightness Adjust the brightness so it's suitable for each image source and color mode. ■ Setup Level Signal > Advanced > 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 THX (Home Cinema 8700 UB), Natural (Home Cinema 8350), Theatre (Home Cinema 8700 UB), Cinema (Home Cinema 8350...
... light output is automatically adjusted according to increase the brightness. ■ Brightness Image > Brightness Adjust the brightness so it's suitable for each image source and color mode. ■ Setup Level Signal > Advanced > 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 THX (Home Cinema 8700 UB), Natural (Home Cinema 8350), Theatre (Home Cinema 8700 UB), Cinema (Home Cinema 8350...
User's Guide
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... that is displayed. 4. If you have selected all of the picture quality settings on page 37 and color settings on page 40. Renaming Memory Settings With the Home Cinema 8700 UB, you can be erased and new ones saved in your settings. Select the memory name you to save your name, select Finish and press the Enter button. 44 Making Detailed Adjustments Select Save...
... that is displayed. 4. If you have selected all of the picture quality settings on page 37 and color settings on page 40. Renaming Memory Settings With the Home Cinema 8700 UB, you can be erased and new ones saved in your settings. Select the memory name you to save your name, select Finish and press the Enter button. 44 Making Detailed Adjustments Select Save...
User's Guide
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... settings in the picture (see interference when you install a new projector lamp. If you see page 67). Image Sizing Before adjusting any of your image, and works the same as described below. ■ Position Signal > Position Note: This setting cannot be used with a signal input through the HDMI 1 or HMDI 2 port. Use the arrow buttons to fine-tune the position of the following: ■ Select Reset Lamp Hours to clear the lamp usage timer and reset...
... settings in the picture (see interference when you install a new projector lamp. If you see page 67). Image Sizing Before adjusting any of your image, and works the same as described below. ■ Position Signal > Position Note: This setting cannot be used with a signal input through the HDMI 1 or HMDI 2 port. Use the arrow buttons to fine-tune the position of the following: ■ Select Reset Lamp Hours to clear the lamp usage timer and reset...
User's Guide
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... start when the main power switch is not receiving a signal or when you press the Blank button to prevent on . to adjust the proportions of the image so that 's used when the projector is turned on, without pressing the P power button on the remote control or the projector. Signal > Zoom Caption Pos. Note: When direct power on is warming up or down. ■ Zoom Caption Pos. Screen Options ■ Messages Settings > Display > Messages Turn this setting...
... start when the main power switch is not receiving a signal or when you press the Blank button to prevent on . to adjust the proportions of the image so that 's used when the projector is turned on, without pressing the P power button on the remote control or the projector. Signal > Zoom Caption Pos. Note: When direct power on is warming up or down. ■ Zoom Caption Pos. Screen Options ■ Messages Settings > Display > Messages Turn this setting...
User's Guide
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...; Sleep Mode source Settings > Sleep Mode Turn off this setting to deactivate the lights on the projector's Ppower and buttons. Use this setting if you lock the Ppower button on the projector's control panel to make it more information. 48 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Video Signal Settings > Input Signal > Video Signal Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically interpret the format, such as the length of time before shutoff; Note: If you change this setting, the new setting will...
...; Sleep Mode source Settings > Sleep Mode Turn off this setting to deactivate the lights on the projector's Ppower and buttons. Use this setting if you lock the Ppower button on the projector's control panel to make it more information. 48 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Video Signal Settings > Input Signal > Video Signal Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically interpret the format, such as the length of time before shutoff; Note: If you change this setting, the new setting will...
User's Guide
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... projector's lamp light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). the invisible residue left by the oil on the back of the projector. Note: Lamp life results will vary depending on the screen when you start projecting. You can use (see page 56). Unplug the power cord and any cables...
... projector's lamp light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). the invisible residue left by the oil on the back of the projector. Note: Lamp life results will vary depending on the screen when you start projecting. You can use (see page 56). Unplug the power cord and any cables...
User's Guide
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...; Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color (color depth) ■ Status (error information) Note: The information displayed depends on the back, and press the Ppower button. Then follow these steps to exit. When you 've used the lamp for at least 10 hours. Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the currently selected image source. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the...
...; Sync Info ■ Video Signal ■ Deep Color (color depth) ■ Status (error information) Note: The information displayed depends on the back, and press the Ppower button. Then follow these steps to exit. When you 've used the lamp for at least 10 hours. Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the currently selected image source. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the...
User's Guide
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... projector cool down . Projection is warming up. If this doesn't solve the problem, check the status lights on . 58 Problem Solving Then plug the power cord back in standby mode. The projector is in back to turn on top of the projector. Then turn off the power switch in progress. If necessary, connect the power cord and turn on the power switch on . Wait for the picture to interpret the projector's status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote control...
... projector cool down . Projection is warming up. If this doesn't solve the problem, check the status lights on . 58 Problem Solving Then plug the power cord back in standby mode. The projector is in back to turn on top of the projector. Then turn off the power switch in progress. If necessary, connect the power cord and turn on the power switch on . Wait for the picture to interpret the projector's status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote control...
User's Guide
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... installed (see page 56). The lamp light flashes red The lamp needs to be replaced. The temperature light is red The projector is too hot, which turns off using the projector at both ends. Note: If the power and source lights don't come on High Altitude Mode so the fan can cool the projector properly (see page 48). Then contact Epson for five minutes, then turn on , they may need to reset the lamp usage timer...
... installed (see page 56). The lamp light flashes red The lamp needs to be replaced. The temperature light is red The projector is too hot, which turns off using the projector at both ends. Note: If the power and source lights don't come on High Altitude Mode so the fan can cool the projector properly (see page 48). Then contact Epson for five minutes, then turn on , they may need to reset the lamp usage timer...
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... Ppower light is not flashing, and the lens cover is off. ■ The projector may need to use the remote control (see page 32). Allow a few seconds for 3 seconds to turn on the projector, or use the Zoom Caption Pos. 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. Only part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is...
... Ppower light is not flashing, and the lens cover is off. ■ The projector may need to use the remote control (see page 32). Allow a few seconds for 3 seconds to turn on the projector, or use the Zoom Caption Pos. 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. Only part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is...
User's Guide
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... of original purchase. When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of Product: Model: Marketing Name: Epson Projector H373A/H419A PowerLite Home Cinema 8350/PowerLite Home Cinema 8700 UB Epson America, Inc. Operation is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased new and operated in workmanship and materials for Class...
... of original purchase. When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of Product: Model: Marketing Name: Epson Projector H373A/H419A PowerLite Home Cinema 8350/PowerLite Home Cinema 8700 UB Epson America, Inc. Operation is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased new and operated in workmanship and materials for Class...
User's Guide
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..., 74 to 75 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 command codes, 69 F FCC Compliance Statement, 73 Filter, see Air filter Flickering, 38, 62 Focus ring, 26 Frame Interpolation, 39 G Gain, color, 41 Gamma, 29 to 30, 41 Gamma button, 9 H HDMI, 18, 19, 36 to 37 Help, 64 High Altitude Mode, 49 Home Service, 10 I Illumination of buttons projector, 48, 58 to 59 remote control, 21 Illumination setting, 48, 59 Image adjusting, 29 to 31...
..., 74 to 75 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 command codes, 69 F FCC Compliance Statement, 73 Filter, see Air filter Flickering, 38, 62 Focus ring, 26 Frame Interpolation, 39 G Gain, color, 41 Gamma, 29 to 30, 41 Gamma button, 9 H HDMI, 18, 19, 36 to 37 Help, 64 High Altitude Mode, 49 Home Service, 10 I Illumination of buttons projector, 48, 58 to 59 remote control, 21 Illumination setting, 48, 59 Image adjusting, 29 to 31...
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... Projector checking status, 56 cleaning, 51 control panel, 8 dimensions, 17, 66 installing, 16 lights, 48, 58 to 59 locking buttons, 32 menus, 35 to 49 parts, 7 to 8 positioning, 12 to 15 resetting menu options, 45 security lock, 7, 10 storing, 57 transporting, 57 turning on and off, 21 to 22, 60 R Registration, 10 Remote control batteries, 21 buttons, 9 lighting up buttons, 21 problems, 63 Replacing lamp, 53 to 55 Resetting lamp usage timer, 46, 56 projector settings, 45 Resolution compatible...
... Projector checking status, 56 cleaning, 51 control panel, 8 dimensions, 17, 66 installing, 16 lights, 48, 58 to 59 locking buttons, 32 menus, 35 to 49 parts, 7 to 8 positioning, 12 to 15 resetting menu options, 45 security lock, 7, 10 storing, 57 transporting, 57 turning on and off, 21 to 22, 60 R Registration, 10 Remote control batteries, 21 buttons, 9 lighting up buttons, 21 problems, 63 Replacing lamp, 53 to 55 Resetting lamp usage timer, 46, 56 projector settings, 45 Resolution compatible...
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setting, 27, 47 Zoom ring, 26 Zoom setting, 27 Index 79 Skin Tone setting, 40 Sleep mode, 48 Source buttons, 8, 9 Source, selecting image, 23 Specifications compatible video formats, 67 to 68 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 general, 65 lamp, 65 remote control, 66 Startup screen, selecting, 47 Static, 62 Storing projector, 57 Super-resolution, 42 Support, 11, 64 S-Video connection, 18 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 42 T Technical support, 11, 64 Test pattern, 24, 40 THX...
setting, 27, 47 Zoom ring, 26 Zoom setting, 27 Index 79 Skin Tone setting, 40 Sleep mode, 48 Source buttons, 8, 9 Source, selecting image, 23 Specifications compatible video formats, 67 to 68 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 general, 65 lamp, 65 remote control, 66 Startup screen, selecting, 47 Static, 62 Storing projector, 57 Super-resolution, 42 Support, 11, 64 S-Video connection, 18 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 42 T Technical support, 11, 64 Test pattern, 24, 40 THX...