Epson 6100 UB User's Guide

PowerLite® Home Cinema 6100/6500 UBHome Theater ProjectorUser’s Guide

10 IntroductionRemote Control Button MapSource buttonsSwitch between equipment connected to the projectorColor Mode buttonOptimizes viewing for differ

Introduction 11Optional AccessoriesEpson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:You can purchase accessories from an authorized

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

Setting Up the Projector 13Setting Up the ProjectorFollow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the cables,

14 Setting Up the ProjectorIdeally, keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is centered between the top and bottom of the screen

Setting Up the Projector 15The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display sett

16 Setting Up the Projector* Offset B is about 10 percent less for the Home Cinema 6100.To determine the exact image size when you know the projection

Setting Up the Projector 17Installing the ProjectorTo install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your scree

18 Setting Up the ProjectorThe following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:5.4 in.136 mmCenter of lens2.8 in.72 mm5.8 in.148 mm0.5 in

Setting Up the Projector 19Connecting the CablesConnecting Video and Computer EquipmentYou can connect the projector to many types of video equipment,

2Copyright NoticeAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by an

20 Setting Up the ProjectorFor best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your equipment doesn’t support HDMI, conne

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 234. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or projector.Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you

24 Setting Up the ProjectorSelecting the Image SourceThe source buttons on the projector and remote control let you switch between images from differe

Setting Up the Projector 25Positioning the ImageIf the image is not centered on the screen, use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust

26 Setting Up the ProjectorThe image cannot be moved to the maximum distance in both the vertical and horizontal directions. For example, the image ca

Making Basic Adjustments 27Making Basic AdjustmentsFollow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, color,

28 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 29Choosing the Color ModeYou can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust brightness, contrast, and color, letting you q

Contents 3ContentsIntroduction 7Projector Parts 8Front 8Back 8Bottom 9Projector Control Panel 9Remote Control Button Map 10Optional Accessories

30 Making Basic AdjustmentsAdvanced Color AdjustmentsTo further customize the color and image quality, you can adjust the gamma and individual RGBCMY

Making Basic Adjustments 312. Do one of the following: Select one of the numeric correction values using the u or d button on the remote control and

32 Making Basic AdjustmentsLocking the ProjectorThe projector includes two lock settings to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it’

Making Detailed Adjustments 33Making Detailed AdjustmentsYou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to make detailed adjustments to the image quality

34 Making Detailed Adjustments4. Press the u, d, l, or r button to change settings as necessary. You may have to press the Enter button to confirm you

Making Detailed Adjustments 35Changing How the Menus DisplayUse these options to control how the menus display. LanguageSelect from 21 languages to u

36 Making Detailed Adjustments BrightnessAdjust the brightness so it’s suitable for your viewing conditions. For example, if you’re projecting in a b

Making Detailed Adjustments 37 HDMI Video RangeNote: This setting can be used only when HDMI1 or HDMI2 is selected as the image source (see page 24).

38 Making Detailed Adjustments ProgressiveConverts interlaced to progressive signals. The projector uses 3D DigiScan™ HD Circuitry Processing for vid

Making Detailed Adjustments 39 Block NR (Home Cinema 6500 UB only)Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v. Color (see pag

4 ContentsAdvanced Color Adjustments 30Adjusting the Gamma Setting 30Adjusting RGBCMY 31Locking the Projector 32Making Detailed Adjustments 33Usin

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

Making Detailed Adjustments 41 RGBNote: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v. Color (see page 29).Use the RGB settings to fi

42 Making Detailed Adjustments Contrast Enhancement (Home Cinema 6500 UB only)Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v. Co

Making Detailed Adjustments 43Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the ProjectorYour projector comes with 10 memory locations for installers to sav

44 Making Detailed AdjustmentsRenaming Memory SettingsWith the Home Cinema 6500 UB, you can rename memory settings so that they are easier for you to

Making Detailed Adjustments 45Resetting the ProjectorIf the image quality isn’t what you expect, one or more settings may be adjusted improperly. If n

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

Making Detailed Adjustments 47Screen Options MessagesTurn this setting off if you want to prevent on-screen messages from appearing (such as the no-s

48 Making Detailed Adjustments ComponentChange this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port. For component video, sele

Maintenance 49MaintenanceYour projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. You also may need to c

Contents 5Problem Solving 57What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 57Solving Picture Problems 59Solving Remote Control Problems 62Where To Get

50 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 517. Gently tap both sides of the air filter against a hard surface four or five times to remove loose dust from the air filter.Note: Do n

52 MaintenanceReplacing the LampThe projection lamp lasts for up to 4000 hours. You can use the Info menu to check how long it’s been in use (see page

Maintenance 535. Insert the screwdriver that came with the lamp (or a similar tool) into the slot on the back of the projector to release the lamp cov

54 Maintenance8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass cou

Maintenance 55Resetting the Lamp Usage TimerAfter replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the back, and press the

56 MaintenanceStoring the ProjectorIf you need to store the projector for an extended time, do the following: Make sure the temperature of the storag

Problem Solving 57Problem SolvingThis section explains how to interpret the projector’s status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote cont

58 Problem SolvingLights indicating a problemLight state Cause and solutionAll lights are off The projector is not receiving power. Make sure the powe

Problem Solving 59Solving Picture ProblemsYou cannot turn on the projector. Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in back of the

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60 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 61The picture is upside-down or reversed.Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 47).The picture isn’t rectangula

62 Problem SolvingThe colors on the screen don’t look right. Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see page

Problem Solving 63Where To Get HelpInternet SupportEpson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at www.epson.com/support. Here you can access tr

64 Problem Solving

Specifications 65SpecificationsGeneral Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrixSize of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18 mm) wideLens F=2.0 to 3.17Resolu

66 SpecificationsLamp Note: Lamp life will vary depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Brightness decreases over time.Turn o

Specifications 67EnvironmentalTemperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, non

68 SpecificationsCompatible Video FormatsThe projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts to the inco

Specifications 69Analog RGB (computer display)HDMI * Computer display received through HDMI portSignal (4:3) ResolutionFrequency (Hz)Aspect settingNor

Introduction 7IntroductionThe PowerLite® Home Cinema 6100/6500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your

70 SpecificationsESC/VP21 Command CodesYou can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. You can download th

Notices 71NoticesImportant Safety InformationFollow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: Never look into the projector

72 Notices The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put

Notices 73FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devi

74 NoticesDeclaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Suppl

Notices 75Epson America, Inc. Limited WarrantyTwo-Year Projector Limited Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Limited WarrantyWhat Is Covered: Epson America, Inc.

76 NoticesSTATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. IN THE EVENT THE REMEDIES ABOVE FAIL, EPSON’S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHAL

Index 77IndexNumerics2-2 Pull-down, 394-4 Pull-down, 39AAbs. Color Temp. setting, 40Accessories, 11, 63Air filtercleaning and replacing, 50 to 51order

78 IndexEpsonaccessories, 11, 63Home Service, 11PrivateLine Support, 12, 63technical support, 12, 63warranty, 11, 75 to 76EPSON Super White setting, 3

Index 79Message setting, 47Mosquito NR, 38Motion Detection, 38Mounting projector, 17Moving projector, 56NNo image, 59 to 60Noise Reduction, 38OOffset,

8 IntroductionProjector PartsControl panel (top)Ventilation slotsLens coverVertical lens shift dialAdjustable footVideo portHDMI portsComponent video

80 IndexSkin Tonesetting, 40Sleep mode, 48Source buttons, 9, 10Source, selecting image, 24Specificationscompatible video formats, 68 to 69dimensions,

Introduction 9Power buttonMenu navigation buttonEsc buttonExits the current menu itemMenu buttonDisplays the menusWarning lightsMounting bracket attac