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... 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 Selecting the Image Source Positioning the Image Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and Zooming Choosing the Aspect Ratio Choosing the Color Mode Adjusting Color Temperature, Skin Tone, and Gamma Locking the Projector...
... 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 Selecting the Image Source Positioning the Image Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and Zooming Choosing the Aspect Ratio Choosing the Color Mode Adjusting Color Temperature, Skin Tone, and Gamma Locking the Projector...
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... Customizing Projector Features 44 Image Sizing 44 Screen Options 45 Other Setup Options 45 Maintenance 47 Cleaning the Lens 47 Cleaning the Projector Case 48 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 48 Replacing the Lamp 50 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 52 Checking the Projector Status 53 Storing the Projector 53 Transporting the Projector 54 Problem Solving 55 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 55 Solving Picture Problems 56 Solving Remote Control Problems 59 Where To Get Help...
... Customizing Projector Features 44 Image Sizing 44 Screen Options 45 Other Setup Options 45 Maintenance 47 Cleaning the Lens 47 Cleaning the Projector Case 48 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 48 Replacing the Lamp 50 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 52 Checking the Projector Status 53 Storing the Projector 53 Transporting the Projector 54 Problem Solving 55 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 55 Solving Picture Problems 56 Solving Remote Control Problems 59 Where To Get Help...
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... The PowerLite® Home Cinema 1080 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your projected content for perfectly adjusted images ■ A contrast ratio of up to 50000:1 ensures easy viewing of minute details, even in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking ■ Two HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface™) 1.3 ports...
... The PowerLite® Home Cinema 1080 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your projected content for perfectly adjusted images ■ A contrast ratio of up to 50000:1 ensures easy viewing of minute details, even in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale tracking ■ Two HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface™) 1.3 ports...
User's Guide
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... accessories for customers who register their projector, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Instead, Epson will ship you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service. Registering also lets you a replacement unit anywhere in warranty. Introduction 11 Registration and Warranty The PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB comes with your Extra Care Home Service brochure for your unit to wait...
... accessories for customers who register their projector, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Instead, Epson will ship you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service. Registering also lets you a replacement unit anywhere in warranty. Introduction 11 Registration and Warranty The PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB comes with your Extra Care Home Service brochure for your unit to wait...
User's Guide
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... adjusted when Color Mode is stored separately for each image source and color mode. ■ Setup Level Signal Æ Setup Level This setting adjusts the threshold at 0%. Color. The setting is set to increase the brightness. For example, if you may need to x.v. When this setting on , the projector disregards the HDMI Video Range setting. 36 Making Detailed Adjustments this also reduces power consumption and fan noise, and helps to prolong the life of the lamp...
... adjusted when Color Mode is stored separately for each image source and color mode. ■ Setup Level Signal Æ Setup Level This setting adjusts the threshold at 0%. Color. The setting is set to increase the brightness. For example, if you may need to x.v. When this setting on , the projector disregards the HDMI Video Range setting. 36 Making Detailed Adjustments this also reduces power consumption and fan noise, and helps to prolong the life of the lamp...
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... video-sourced images. Making Detailed Adjustments 37 If your video equipment has an HDMI port and you can use these settings to correct it to the projector using an HDMI cable, set the level of the projector to match that of power. When this function to sharpen large contours and backgrounds. ■ Progressive Signal Æ Progressive The projector uses 3D DigiScan HD Circuitry Processing for each image source and color mode setting. On high, the lamp uses...
... video-sourced images. Making Detailed Adjustments 37 If your video equipment has an HDMI port and you can use these settings to correct it to the projector using an HDMI cable, set the level of the projector to match that of power. When this function to sharpen large contours and backgrounds. ■ Progressive Signal Æ Progressive The projector uses 3D DigiScan HD Circuitry Processing for each image source and color mode setting. On high, the lamp uses...
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... information. To restore the settings in a specific menu (such as the Image or Settings menu), open that menu, select Reset, and confirm as needed. Note: You can restore the projector to its factory-default (original) settings. Deleting Saved Memory Settings You can clear all the projector settings to their original values. Making Detailed Adjustments 43 Open the Reset menu, then select Reset Memory. 3. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2.
... information. To restore the settings in a specific menu (such as the Image or Settings menu), open that menu, select Reset, and confirm as needed. Note: You can restore the projector to its factory-default (original) settings. Deleting Saved Memory Settings You can clear all the projector settings to their original values. Making Detailed Adjustments 43 Open the Reset menu, then select Reset Memory. 3. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2.
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... connected to the Component port. See page 32 for more information. ■ High Altitude Mode Settings Æ High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of the lamp. See page 32 for DVD or satellite input. ■ Trigger Out Settings Æ Trigger Out Turn on this setting if you lock the PPower button on the projector's control panel to make it is operating. or select YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your projection screen...
... connected to the Component port. See page 32 for more information. ■ High Altitude Mode Settings Æ High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of the lamp. See page 32 for DVD or satellite input. ■ Trigger Out Settings Æ Trigger Out Turn on this setting if you lock the PPower button on the projector's control panel to make it is operating. or select YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your projection screen...
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Warning light ■ The projector's warning light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Follow these steps to deteriorate. Note: Lamp life results will vary depending on the screen when you start projecting. Turn off the power switch on the back of the projector. 3. You can use the Info menu to check how long...
Warning light ■ The projector's warning light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Follow these steps to deteriorate. Note: Lamp life results will vary depending on the screen when you start projecting. Turn off the power switch on the back of the projector. 3. You can use the Info menu to check how long...
User's Guide
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... Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won't work if the lamp cover is open the Reset menu, then select Reset Lamp Hours. 3. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described on the projector or remote control. 2. Press the Menu button on page 52. 8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don't touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. The lamp usage timer shows 0H until you 're finished, press the Menu button to exit. Use the menu navigation buttons...
... Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won't work if the lamp cover is open the Reset menu, then select Reset Lamp Hours. 3. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described on the projector or remote control. 2. Press the Menu button on page 52. 8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don't touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. The lamp usage timer shows 0H until you 're finished, press the Menu button to exit. Use the menu navigation buttons...
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... turn off using the PPower button The projector is warming up. If the projector isn't working correctly, first press the P Power button or the Off button on the remote control, let the projector cool down . Warning light flashes orange High-speed cooling is in progress. If this doesn't solve the problem, check the status lights on the back, and unplug the power cord. PPower light is orange The projector is in standby mode. Warning light Light state Cause and solution PPower light...
... turn off using the PPower button The projector is warming up. If the projector isn't working correctly, first press the P Power button or the Off button on the remote control, let the projector cool down . Warning light flashes orange High-speed cooling is in progress. If this doesn't solve the problem, check the status lights on the back, and unplug the power cord. PPower light is orange The projector is in standby mode. Warning light Light state Cause and solution PPower light...
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... on the back of the projector, and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Light state Warning light is red Warning light flashes red at half-second intervals Warning light flashes red at the high altitude air pressure (see page 50). Make sure there is too hot, which turns off the power switch on the screen or you 've set the Control Panel Lock, the control panel buttons are disabled; Also, clean or replace the filter if necessary (see page...
... on the back of the projector, and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Light state Warning light is red Warning light flashes red at half-second intervals Warning light flashes red at the high altitude air pressure (see page 50). Make sure there is too hot, which turns off the power switch on the screen or you 've set the Control Panel Lock, the control panel buttons are disabled; Also, clean or replace the filter if necessary (see page...
User's Guide
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... you're displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off your video equipment (see page 45). ■ There may need to replace the lamp. Problem Solving 59 The colors on the screen don't look right. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see page 45). ■ Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select a different color mode (see...
... you're displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off your video equipment (see page 45). ■ There may need to replace the lamp. Problem Solving 59 The colors on the screen don't look right. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see page 45). ■ Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select a different color mode (see...
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... to change without notice. Before you 're connected to a live representative, and it's free. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 60 Problem Solving This is not in direct sunlight. ■ Turn off any fluorescent lights. To find the nearest reseller, call , please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB) ■ Product serial number (located on the Epson PrivateLine Support...
... to change without notice. Before you 're connected to a live representative, and it's free. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 60 Problem Solving This is not in direct sunlight. ■ Turn off any fluorescent lights. To find the nearest reseller, call , please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB) ■ Product serial number (located on the Epson PrivateLine Support...
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ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at epson.com/support. 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 HDMI1 HDMI2 Video Input 5 Color Mode ON OFF ON OFF Black Blue Signal name Component video YCbCr YPbPr Auto HDB15 RGB HDMI HDMI Video/S-Video Video (RCA) S-Video Digital video YCbCr YPbPr Auto Theatre...
ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at epson.com/support. 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 HDMI1 HDMI2 Video Input 5 Color Mode ON OFF ON OFF Black Blue Signal name Component video YCbCr YPbPr Auto HDB15 RGB HDMI HDMI Video/S-Video Video (RCA) S-Video Digital video YCbCr YPbPr Auto Theatre...
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...; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Located at: Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Type of Product: Model: Marketing Name: Epson Projector H262A PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB 70 Notices Records maintained continue...
...; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Located at: Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Type of Product: Model: Marketing Name: Epson Projector H262A PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB 70 Notices Records maintained continue...
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... Center as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with this limited warranty. When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of original purchase. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by Epson. Postage, insurance, or shipping costs incurred in presenting your Epson product for projector lamps).
... Center as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with this limited warranty. When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of original purchase. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by Epson. Postage, insurance, or shipping costs incurred in presenting your Epson product for projector lamps).
User's Guide
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... Auto Setup, 40 B Batteries, remote control, 21 Blank button, 10, 24 Blurry picture, 59 Brightness setting, 36 specification, 61 Brightness Control setting, 37 Buttons projector, 9 remote control, 10 C Cables, connecting, 18 to 20 Child Lock, 32, 46 Cleaning air filter, 48 to 49 lens and projector case, 47, 48 Codes, AV controller, 65 Color adjusting, 30 to 31, 38 to 72 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 command codes, 65 Index 73 Color Temp. button, 10, 30 Component setting, 46 Component video connection, 19 Computer adjusting image, 40 displaying image...
... Auto Setup, 40 B Batteries, remote control, 21 Blank button, 10, 24 Blurry picture, 59 Brightness setting, 36 specification, 61 Brightness Control setting, 37 Buttons projector, 9 remote control, 10 C Cables, connecting, 18 to 20 Child Lock, 32, 46 Cleaning air filter, 48 to 49 lens and projector case, 47, 48 Codes, AV controller, 65 Color adjusting, 30 to 31, 38 to 72 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 command codes, 65 Index 73 Color Temp. button, 10, 30 Component setting, 46 Component video connection, 19 Computer adjusting image, 40 displaying image...
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... Positioning projector, 13 to 16 PrivateLine Support, 12, 60 Problems indicator lights, 55 to 56 picture, 56 to 59 remote control, 59 Progressive mode setting, 38 Projection distance, 15, 61 Projection Distance Calculator, 15 Projector checking status, 53 cleaning, 48 control panel, 9 dimensions, 17, 62 installing, 16 to 18 lights, 55 to 56 locking buttons, 32 menus, 34 to 46 parts, 8 to 9 positioning, 13 to 16 resetting menu options, 43 security lock, 8, 11 storing, 53 transporting, 54 turning on...
... Positioning projector, 13 to 16 PrivateLine Support, 12, 60 Problems indicator lights, 55 to 56 picture, 56 to 59 remote control, 59 Progressive mode setting, 38 Projection distance, 15, 61 Projection Distance Calculator, 15 Projector checking status, 53 cleaning, 48 control panel, 9 dimensions, 17, 62 installing, 16 to 18 lights, 55 to 56 locking buttons, 32 menus, 34 to 46 parts, 8 to 9 positioning, 13 to 16 resetting menu options, 43 security lock, 8, 11 storing, 53 transporting, 54 turning on...
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setting, 28, 44 Zoom ring, 27 Zoom setting, 28 76 Index Storing projector, 53 Support, 12, 60 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 40 T Technical support, 12, 60 Tint, 39 Tracking, 40 Transporting projector, 54 Trigger out port, 20 Trigger out setting, 46 Turning on and off projector, 22 to 23, 56 V Video Signal setting, 45 Video, compatible formats, 63 to 64 VP21 codes, 65 W Warranty, 11, 71 to 72 Where to Get Help, 60 Wide setting, 28 X x.v. Color, 29 Z Zoom Caption Pos.
setting, 28, 44 Zoom ring, 27 Zoom setting, 28 76 Index Storing projector, 53 Support, 12, 60 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) setting, 40 T Technical support, 12, 60 Tint, 39 Tracking, 40 Transporting projector, 54 Trigger out port, 20 Trigger out setting, 46 Turning on and off projector, 22 to 23, 56 V Video Signal setting, 45 Video, compatible formats, 63 to 64 VP21 codes, 65 W Warranty, 11, 71 to 72 Where to Get Help, 60 Wide setting, 28 X x.v. Color, 29 Z Zoom Caption Pos.
