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PowerLite ® Home Cinema 1080 UB Home Theater Projector User’ s Guide.
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Contents 3 Contents Introduction 7 Projector Parts 8 Front 8 Back 8 Bottom 9 Projector Control Panel 9 Remote Control Button Map 10 Optional Accessories 11 Registration and Warranty 11 Using This Manu.
4 Contents Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Using the Menu Syste m 33 Changing How the Menus Display 34 Adjusting the Picture Quality 35 Input Brightness Settings 35 Sharpness and Picture Quality Settin.
Contents 5 Specifications 61 General 61 Lamp 61 Remote Control 61 Dimensions 62 Electrical 62 Environmental 62 Safety 62 Compatible Video Formats 63 ESC/VP21 Command Codes 65 Notices 67 Important Safety Information 67 FCC Compliance Statement 69 Declaration of Conformity 70 Epson America, Inc.
6 Contents.
Introduction 7 Introduction The PowerLite ® Home Cinema 1080 UB project or lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your own home.
8 Introduction Projector Parts Control panel Ventilation slots Lens cover Vertical lens shift dial Adjustable foot Video port HDMI2 port Component video ports AC power inlet Infrared receiver Kensingt.
Introduction 9 Power button Power light Menu navigation butto ns Source button Switches the video input source Esc button Exits the current menu item Menu button Displays the menus Warnin g light Lamp.
10 Introduction Remote Control Button Map Sourc e butt ons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different ligh ting environments On and Off butto.
Introduction 11 Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: You can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 80 0-GO-EPSON (800 -463-7766). To purchase online, visit www.
12 Introduction Using This Manual This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troublesh ooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information.
Setting Up the Projector 13 Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to ch oose a location for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image. Choosing a Location You can install the projector for various viewing setups, as shown below.
14 Setting Up the Projector Ideally, place the projector at a height wher e its le ns is between the top and bottom of the screen. That way, you can keep the projector level and use the vertical lens shift di al to position the image. This produces the be st-lookin g picture.
Setting Up the Projector 15 The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from t he projector’s le ns to the screen. Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may be smaller.
16 Setting Up the Projector Also keep these considerations in mind: ■ Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of loose material s that could block the vents underneat h. ■ Make sure the projector is within 9.
Setting Up the Projector 17 The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projec tor: To install, you will n eed the optional projector mount designed for t he projector.
18 Setting Up the Projector In addition to the tools supplied with the projector mount, you will need a Phillips head screwdriver and a drill to use on the wall or ceiling. If you install the projector on the ceiling, you will need to invert the picture so that it appears right side up.
Setting Up the Projector 19 * For details on compatible video formats, se e page 63. For best results, connect your video equipmen t to the HDMI1 (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) or HDMI2 p ort, if possible.
20 Setting Up the Projector If you connect to the Component port, be sure to select the correct Inpu t Signal setting for your equipment, or the image may not display properly (see page 23). Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the projector.
Setting Up the Projector 21 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses two AA batteries. Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If a ba ttery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. Release the tab and lift open the cover.
22 Setting Up the Projector Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use. 3. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. 4. Press the On button on the remote control or the P Powe r button on the projector.
Setting Up the Projector 23 Turning Off the Projector 1. Turn off any equipment connected to the projec tor. 2. Press the Off button on the remote control, or press the P Power button on the projector twice. 3. When the P Power light stops flashing orange and stay s on, turn off the projector’s main power switch on the back.
24 Setting Up the Projector If you press the Source button on the projector, you see a menu of available sources. Press the u or d button to go up or down the menu, then press the Select button. Note: If an image does not appear, se e “Pro blem Solving” on page 55.
Setting Up the Projector 25 Positioning the Image If the image is not centered on the screen, use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust its position. Caution: Do not try to move the lens by hand, or you may da mage the projector. Always use the lens shift dials to chan ge the lens position.
26 Setting Up the Projector The image display position cannot be moved to the maximum distance in both the vertical and horizontal directions. For example, the imag e cannot be shifted vertically when it has been shifted horizontally by the full amount.
Making Basic Adjustments 27 Making Basic Adjustments Follow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, color, and quality. For further refinements, see “Making Detailed Adjustments” on page 33. Focusing and Zooming Sharpen or reduce the fo cus using the focus ring.
28 Making Basic Adjustments Choosing the Aspect Ratio In many cases, video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected as the Aspect setting. You may need to change the size of the image (or aspect ratio) for certain image types by pressing the Aspect button on the remote control.
Making Basic Adjustments 29 Choosing the Color Mode You can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust bright ness, contrast, and color, letting you quickly optimize the projected imag e for various lighting environments.
30 Making Basic Adjustments Adjusting Color Temperature, Skin Tone, and Gamma To further customize the color and image qualit y, you can adjust the Gamma, abstract Color Temperature, and Skin Tone settings using butt ons on the remote control. (Not available when you’re projecting sRGB images.
Making Basic Adjustments 31 Adjusting the Gamma Setting You can select from five gamma settings (2.0 to 2.4) or customize your own setting from your image or a displayed graph. Lower values will incr ease the contrast of dark areas, but tend to blur the bright areas.
32 Making Basic Adjustments Locking the Projector The projector includes two lock settings to pr event the image from being accidentally changed once it’s adj usted, and to keep children fr om turning on th e projector without adult supervision. To access the lock settings, follow these steps: 1.
Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Making Detailed Adjustments You can use the projector’s on-scree n menus to make detailed adjust me nts to th e image quality—such as the brightness, contrast, sharpness, and color. You can also change the menu display, sleep mode settings, and other projector features.
34 Making Detailed Adjustments 5. When you’re finished, press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit th e menu system.
Making Detailed Adjustments 35 ■ Menu Color Select a color scheme for displaying the menus. Adjusting the Picture Quality Before fine-tuning the image using these adjustments, make sure you have already se lected the best Color Mode for your picture and viewing environment, as described on page 29.
36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Brightness Note: This settin g cannot be adjusted when Colo r Mode is set to x.v. Color. Adjust the brig htness so it’s su it ab le fo r yo ur viewing conditions. For example, if you’re projecting in a bright ly lit room or onto an especially large screen, you may need to increase the brightness.
Making Detailed Adjustments 37 ■ HDMI Video Range Note: This settin g can be used only when either HDMI1 or HDMI 2 is sele cted as the image source (see page 23). If your video equipment has an HDMI port and you’ve connected it to the projector using an HDMI cable, set the level of the projector to match that of the video equipment.
38 Making Detailed Adjustments Leave this setting on Video for most purposes. Set to Film/Auto when the input source is a film, and you want to project an image closer to its original source. Note: This settin g applies only when viewing compo site video, S-vide o, compon ent video, or 480i, or 1080i RGB video (see page 63).
Making Detailed Adjustments 39 ■ Tint Note: This settin g cannot be adjusted when Colo r Mode is set to x.v. Color. Shifts the color balance between magenta and green. ■ Abs. Color Temp. Note: This settin g cannot be adjusted when Colo r Mode is set to x.
40 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ RGBCMY Note: This settin g cannot be adjusted when Colo r Mode is set to x.v. Color. Use the RGBCMY settings to adjust the hue and saturation of the six color components (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, yello w). After adjusting each color, press Esc to move to another menu option.
Making Detailed Adjustments 41 ■ Tracking Note: This settin g only appears when a computer signal is being input to the PC port. Adjust the tracking to eliminate vertical band s. It is easiest to adjust the tracking when the imag e contains a lot of fine detail (such as black text on a white background).
42 Making Detailed Adjustments Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector Your projector comes with 10 memory locations for installers to save customized settings, designed to provide the best color quality for each of your video inputs.
Making Detailed Adjustments 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings You can clear all your me mory settings at once. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2. Open the Reset menu, then select Reset Memory . 3. Press the Select button to delete the memory settings.
44 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings. ■ Select Reset All t o return all projector settings to their ori ginal defaults (except Component, Save Memory, Language, and Lamp).
Making Detailed Adjustments 45 Screen Options ■ Messages Turn this setting off if you want to preven t on-screen messages from appearing (such as the no-signal message, or the identifying te xt that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes).
46 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Component Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port. For component video, select Auto to let the projector automatically interpret the signal; or select YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your video equipment’s signal.
Maintenance 47 Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance. All you ne ed to do on a r egular basis is keep the lens clean. You also may need to clean the air filte r to prevent ove rheating. Warning: Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off an d unplug the powe r cord.
48 Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, turn off th e projector and unplug the power cord. ■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. ■ To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent.
Maintenance 49 5. If you need to replace the filter, release th e tab and lift up the cover. 6. Remove the old filter and replace it with a new one. 7.
50 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp lasts for up to 3000 hours. You can use the Info menu to check how long it’s been in use (see page 53). It’s tim e to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
Maintenance 51 5. Press in the latches securing the lamp cover and lift off the cover. 6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out). 7. Grasp the bottom of the lamp as shown and pull it s traight out. Warning: The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury.
52 Maintenance 8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the la mp assembly. Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure. 9. Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.
Maintenance 53 Checking the Projector Status You can use the Info menu to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in use. To access the Info menu: 1. Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
54 Maintenance Transporting the Projector Note: Epso n shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation. The projector contains many glass and precis ion parts. When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible.
Problem Solving 55 Problem Solving This section explains how 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 top of the projector indicate th e projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.
56 Problem Sol vi ng Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch is turned on.
Problem Solving 57 ■ If using HDMI, make sure the video source is HDMI 1.3 compliant; otherwise, use component, S-video, or composite vi deo, if available, from source. You’re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen. If you’re using a Windows laptop: ■ Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor.
58 Problem Sol vi ng The picture is upside-down or reversed. Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 45). Only part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is distorted. ■ Press the Aspect button to select a different aspect ratio (see page 28).
Problem Solving 59 ■ If you’re using an extension cable, you may pick up interference if the cable is n ot adequately shielded. You may nee d to us e a signal amplifier for longer cables. ■ If you’re displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off your laptop’s LCD display (see page 57).
60 Problem Sol vi ng ■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make sure the projecto r is not in direct sunlight. ■ Turn off nearby equipment that emits infrar ed energy, such as a radiant room heater. ■ Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and the IR receiver.
Specifications 61 Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18 mm) wide Lens F=2.0 to 3.17 Resolution (native format) 1920 × 1080 pixels, 108.
62 Specificati ons Dimensions Height 4.9 inches (124 mm); not including adjustable feet Width 16 inches (406 mm) Depth 12.2 inches (310 mm); not including lens protrusion Weight 12.3 lb (5.6 kg) Electrical Rated frequency 50/60 Hz AC Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 2.
Specifications 63 Compatible Video Formats The projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts to the incoming signal. It can receive these format s as composite video, S-video, or component video — which it accepts through the Video, S-Video, and Component ports, respectively.
64 Specificati ons Analog RGB * HDMI input signals Signal (4:3) Aspect setting Resolution Normal Full Zoo m Wide VGA* 640 × 480 1440 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080 VESA 640 × 480 144.
Specifications 65 ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null mode m serial cable to control the projector. You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at epson.
66 Specificati ons Aspect ratio Auto ASPECT 00 Normal ASPECT 20 Full ASPECT 21 Zoom ASPECT 22 Wide ASPECT 25 Item Command.
Notices 67 Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and usi ng the projector: ■ Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on.
68 Notices ■ The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regula tions regarding disposal or recyclin g. Do not put in the trash. ■ Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it. ■ Unplug the projector during lightnin g storms or when not in use for extended periods.
Notices 69 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comp ly with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provid e reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
70 Notices Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Pe rsonal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Epson America, Inc.
Notices 71 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered : Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Ep.
72 Notices WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DA MAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMA GES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE TH E EPSON PROD UCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGA L THEORY.
Index 73 Index Numerics 2-2 Pull-down, 38 A Abs. Color Temp. setting, 30, 39 Accessories, 11, 60 Air filter cleaning and replacing, 48 to 49 ordering, 11 Anti-theft device, 8, 11 Aspect button, 10, 28.
74 Index F FCC Compliance Statement, 69 Filter, see Air filt er Flickering, 38, 58 Focus ring, 27 G Gain, color, 39 Gamma, 30 to 31, 40 Gamma button, 10 H HDMI, 7, 18, 19, 36 to 37 Help, 60 High Altit.
Index 75 O Offset, color, 39 Output scaling, 44 P Pattern button, 10 Picture problems, 56 to 59 Pixelworks, 62 Positioning image, 25 to 26, 44 Positioning projector, 13 to 16 PrivateLine Support, 12, .
76 Index Storing projector, 53 Support, 12, 60 S-Video connection, 19 Sync (Synchronization) settin g, 40 T Technical support, 12, 60 Tint, 39 Tracking, 40 Transporting projector, 54 Trigger out port,.
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