Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UB User's Guide

PowerLite® Home Cinema 5020UB/5020UBeHome Theater ProjectorUser’s Guide

10 IntroductionOptional AccessoriesEpson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-

Introduction 11Using This ManualThis book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instr

12 Setting Up the ProjectorSetting Up the ProjectorFollow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the cables,

Setting Up the Projector 13Keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is even with the top or the bottom of the screen and is cente

14 Setting Up the ProjectorThe size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display sett

Setting Up the Projector 15To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the

16 Setting Up the ProjectorInstalling the ProjectorTo install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your scree

Setting Up the Projector 17The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:LENSCeiling mount screw size4-M4x9 mm11.8 in. (300 mm)5.9

18 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting the CablesConnecting Video and Computer EquipmentYou can connect the projector to many types of video equipment,

Setting Up the Projector 19You can connect up to five pieces of equipment at the same time, using any of the commercially available cables shown below

2 ContentsContentsIntroduction 5Projector Parts 6Remote Control – PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UB 8Remote Control – PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe 9Opt

20 Setting Up the ProjectorWhen you connect an HDMI cable to the projector, it is recommended that you fasten it with the included cable clip. Follow

Setting Up the Projector 21Making Other ConnectionsConnect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the proj

22 Setting Up the ProjectorInstalling Batteries in the Remote ControlThe remote control uses two AA batteries.Warning: Keep batteries away from childr

Setting Up the Projector 232. Do one of the following: Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB-to-AC adapter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UB o

24 Setting Up the Projector3. Press the On button on the remote control or the Ppower button on the projector.Note: To prevent children from turning o

Setting Up the Projector 25Note: There may be a brief delay when switching between sources.If you press the source button on the projector, you see a

26 Setting Up the ProjectorPositioning the ImageIf the projector is not centered in front of the screen, use the lens shift dials and, if needed, vert

Setting Up the Projector 27The vertical position (V) can be adjusted by up to 96% of the height of the screen, while the horizontal position (H) can b

28 Setting Up the ProjectorWhen setting up the projector, make sure that it is placed level to the screen in order to provide the best possible image

Making Basic Adjustments 29Making Basic AdjustmentsFollow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, color,

Contents 3Advanced Color Adjustments 35Adjusting the Gamma Setting 36Adjusting RGBCMY 37Locking the Projector 37Making Detailed Adjustments 39Usin

30 Making Basic AdjustmentsChoosing the Aspect RatioIn many cases, video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected

Making Basic Adjustments 31Viewing 3D imagesTo view 3D content, you must first connect a 3D-compatible video device to one of the HDMI ports on your p

32 Making Basic AdjustmentsThe light on the 3D glasses indicates the current status of the glasses:See page 81 for more 3D troubleshooting tips.Light

Making Basic Adjustments 33Projecting in Split Screen modeYou can use the Split Screen feature to simultaneously project two images from different ima

34 Making Basic Adjustments2. Press the Menu button. You see this screen:3. To select an input source for the other image, select the Source setting,

Making Basic Adjustments 35Select the image source you want to adjust, then press the Color Mode button on the remote control. Choose from these setti

36 Making Basic AdjustmentsAdjusting the Gamma SettingYou can select from five gamma settings (2.0 to 2.4) or customize your own setting from your ima

Making Basic Adjustments 37Adjusting RGBCMYUse this feature to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness for each of the red (R), green (G), blue (B)

38 Making Basic Adjustments4. Choose from these options: Child Lock to disable the Ppower button on the projector’s control panel unless it is presse

Making Detailed Adjustments 39Making Detailed AdjustmentsYou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to make detailed adjustments to the image quality

4 ContentsUsing HDMI Link 66Setting Up HDMI Link 66Changing HDMI Link Settings 67Maintenance 68Cleaning the Lens 68Cleaning the 3D Glasses 69Clean

40 Making Detailed Adjustments4. When you’re finished, press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit the menu s

Making Detailed Adjustments 41Adjusting the Picture QualityBefore fine-tuning the image using these adjustments, make sure you have already selected t

42 Making Detailed Adjustments Auto IrisWhen this setting is on, the light output is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the image.

Making Detailed Adjustments 43 Power ConsumptionThis setting controls the light output from the projector. On Normal, the projector produces a bright

44 Making Detailed Adjustments Motion DetectionThis setting specifies how signals are converted to progressive signals. Select a lower setting for sl

Making Detailed Adjustments 45Color SettingsIf the image colors don’t look correct, you can adjust them using these settings. Use the first three sett

46 Making Detailed Adjustments RGBCMYUse the RGBCMY settings to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of the six color components (red, green, b

Making Detailed Adjustments 47 3D FormatUse this setting to select the 3D format supported by your video device. In most cases, the projector will co

48 Making Detailed AdjustmentsAdjustments for Computer ImagesIn addition to the settings described previously, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync se

Making Detailed Adjustments 49WirelessHD Settings (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe only)Use these options to manage the WirelessHD connection and access

Introduction 5IntroductionThe PowerLite® Home Cinema 5020UB/5020UBe projector lets you enjoy theater-quality 2D and 3D images in the relaxing environm

50 Making Detailed AdjustmentsSplit Screen SetupPress the Menu button while in Split Screen mode to access this menu. Screen SizeAdjusts the size of

Making Detailed Adjustments 51Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the ProjectorYour projector comes with 10 memory locations where you can save cu

52 Making Detailed AdjustmentsRenaming Memory SettingsYou can rename memory settings so that they are easier for you to recognize.1. Press the Memory

Making Detailed Adjustments 53Resetting the ProjectorIf the image quality isn’t what you expect, one or more settings may be adjusted improperly. If n

54 Making Detailed AdjustmentsCustomizing Projector FeaturesUse the settings in this section to adjust the image size and position, suppress on-screen

Making Detailed Adjustments 55 Zoom Caption Pos.Lets you adjust the shape and position of the image so that subtitles are visible (available only if

56 Making Detailed Adjustments Video SignalLeave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically interpret the format, such as NTSC or PAL (f

Making Detailed Adjustments 57 High Altitude ModeAdjusts the speed of the fan so it can properly cool the projector at higher altitudes. Turn this se

58 Making Detailed AdjustmentsFollow these steps to adjust the projector’s LCD alignment:1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. Select Extend

Making Detailed Adjustments 596. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to correct any visible misalignment in the corner highlighted by the oran

6 IntroductionProjector PartsAir exhaustProjector lensAdjustable footHDMI portsRemote receiverVertical lens shift dialFrontBackLamp coverAir intakeAir

60 Using WirelessHDUsing WirelessHDYou can use the included WirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe only) to wirelessly stream HD conten

Using WirelessHD 61Connecting the WirelessHD TransmitterTo prepare your device to work with the WirelessHD button on the remote control, follow these

62 Using WirelessHDViewing WirelessHD ContentFollow these steps to view WirelessHD content:1. Turn on the power switch on the side of the transmitter.

Using WirelessHD 63Note: Make sure to point the remote at the WirelessHD transmitter.The sub-screen menu is displayed:2. Press the Input button repeat

64 Using WirelessHDIf you have connected a television or other display to the output port on the transmitter and want to switch between wired and wire

Using WirelessHD 65 Press and hold the P-in-P button on the remote control to switch the sources shown in the main display and the sub-screen.3. When

66 Using HDMI LinkUsing HDMI LinkWhen you connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to the projector with HDMI cables, you can control them using the HDMI L

Using HDMI Link 673. Press the HDMI Link button to exit the menu system.4. Set up your connected devices so their HDMI CEC-compatible functions are en

68 MaintenanceMaintenanceYour projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. You also may need to c

Maintenance 69Caution: Never rub the lens with abrasive materials. Use only lens cleaning fluids that are designed for cleaning optics. Avoid touching

Introduction 7Escape buttonPower buttonMounting bracket attachment pointsBottomProjector Control PanelSource buttonMenu navigation/ vertical keystone

70 MaintenanceCleaning the Projector CaseBefore you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. To remove dirt or dust, wipe th

Maintenance 713. Press in on the inner edge of the air filter cover to release the latch, then pull to remove the cover.4. Remove the air filter as sh

72 MaintenanceIf the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, replace it. You can purchase air filter part number V13H134A39 from an autho

Maintenance 73You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L69 from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (

74 Maintenance6. Loosen the screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out).7. Lift up the lamp handle and gently pull the lamp out of the

Maintenance 759. Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.)10. Tighten the lamp cover screw.11. Reset the

76 MaintenanceChecking the Projector StatusYou can use the Info menu to view information about the current display settings and how long the projectio

Maintenance 77Transporting the ProjectorNote: Epson shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation.The projector contains many gla

78 Problem SolvingProblem SolvingThis section explains how to interpret the projector’s status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote cont

Problem Solving 79Power light flashes blue, power button is onThe projector is warming up. Wait for the picture to appear.The projector is cooling dow

8 IntroductionRemote Control – PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBSource buttonsSwitch between equipmentconnected to the projectorOn buttonTurns projector on

80 Problem SolvingSolving Picture ProblemsYou cannot turn on the projector. Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch on the back of

Problem Solving 813D content does not display or does not display correctly. Press the 2D/3D button on the remote control to switch to 3D viewing mod

82 Problem SolvingYou’re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen.If you’re using a Windows® laptop: Press the function key that lets yo

Problem Solving 83 Make sure your cables are securely connected at both ends. If you’re using an extension cable, you may pick up interference if th

84 Problem SolvingSolving Remote Control ProblemsThe projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. Make sure you’re within about 32 feet (10

Problem Solving 85Solving WirelessHD Problems (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe Only)The projector cannot display images from the WirelessHD Transmitter.

86 Problem SolvingWhere to Get HelpInternet SupportEpson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support

Specifications 87SpecificationsGeneral Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrixSize of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18.8 mm) wideLens F=2.00 to 3.17Res

88 SpecificationsWirelessHD Transmitter (PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBe only)Usable frequency 60 GHz band (2 – 3 ch, QPSK, 16QAM, BPSK)AC adapter 11 V

Specifications 89220 to 240 V AC:Operating: 340 W (Normal mode)278 W (ECO mode)Standby: 0.39 W (with HDMI Link enabled)EnvironmentalTemperature Operat

Introduction 9Remote Control – PowerLite Home Cinema 5020UBeSource buttonsSwitch between equipmentconnected to the projectorOn buttonTurns projector o

90 SpecificationsComposite video Component videoAnalog RGB (computer display)HDMI FormatRefresh rate (Hz)ResolutionNTSC 60 720 × 480PAL 50/60 720 × 57

Specifications 913D modeNote: When projecting with WirelessHD, DeepColor (10 to 12 bit color depth) 1080P 50/60Hz is not supported.3D formatESC/VP21 C

92 NoticesNoticesImportant Safety InformationFollow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: Never look into the projector

Notices 93 The following people should limit 3D content viewing:People with a history of photosensitivityPeople with heart diseasePeople in poor heal

94 Notices Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it. Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when not in use for extended per

Notices 95WARNINGThe connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and

96 NoticesTrademarksEPSON, PowerLite, and C2Fine are registered trademarks, and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corpo