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PowerLite ® Pro Cinema 9100/9500 UB Home Theater Projector User’ s Guide.
2 Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduc ed, stored in a retrieval system, or tran smitted in any form or by any means, elec tronic, mechanical, phot ocopying, recording, or ot herwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Contents 3 Contents Introduction 7 Projector Parts 8 Remote Control 10 Optional Accessories 11 Registration and Warranty 11 Using This Manual 12 Setting Up the Projector 13 Choosing a Location 13 Inst.
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 Problem Solving 57 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 57 Solving Picture Problems 59 Solving Remote Control Problems 62 Where to Get Help 63 Specifications 65 General 65 Lamp 66 Re.
6 Contents.
Introduction 7 Introduction The PowerLite ® Pro Cinema 9100/9500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your own home.
8 Introduction Projector Parts Control panel (top) Ventilation slots Lens cover Vertical lens shi ft dial Adjustable foot Video port HDMI ports Component video port AC power inlet Infrared receiver Ke.
Introduction 9 Power button Menu navigation button Esc button Exits the current menu item Menu button Displays the menus Warning lights Mounting bracket attachment points Enter button Selects menu ite.
10 Introduction Remote Control Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different lighting environments Power button Turns projector o.
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 800- GO-EPSON (800-4 63-7766). 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 the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear pr ojection.
14 Setting Up the Projector Ideally, keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is centered between the top and bottom of the screen, as shown below.
Setting Up the Projector 15 The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display settings and how yo u use the Zoom ring, the actual size may differ.
16 Setting Up the Projector To determine the exact image size when you know the proj ection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the de sired image size), you can use the Image Size Calculator. This program is avai lable on the Epson website at www.
Setting Up the Projector 17 Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to dete rm ine the location, based on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the tables on page 15 as a guide to pos itioning the projector.
18 Setting Up the Projector The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projec tor: 5.4 in. 136 mm Center of lens 2.8 in. 72 mm 5.8 in. 148 mm 0.5 in . 12 mm 5.2 in. 131 mm 17.7 in. 450 mm 0.2 in. 4.5 mm 11.8 in. 300 mm 5.9 in. 150 mm 3.0 in.
Setting Up the Projector 19 Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to many types of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcor der, or digital camera.
20 Setting Up the Projector For best result s, connect your vide o equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your equipment doesn’t support HDMI, connect it to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first): Comp onent (for component video), S-Video , or Video (for composite video).
Setting Up the Projector 21 Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the projector. ■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. ■ The Trigger out port outputs a 12-volt DC signal when the projector is turned on.
22 Setting Up the Projector 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.
Setting Up the Projector 23 4. Press the P power button on the remote control or projector. Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you can use the Child Lock feature.
24 Setting Up the Projector Selecting the Image Source The source buttons on the projector and remote control let you switch between images from different pieces of equipment connected to the projector (such as a DVD player, cable or satellite box, or video game console).
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 cannot be moved to the maximum dist ance in both the vertical and horizontal directions. For example, the image cannot be sh ifted 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 Use the focus ring to sharpen the image.
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 Advanced Color Adjustments To further customize the color and image quality, you can adju st the gamma and individual RGBCMY color tones.
Making Basic Adjustments 31 2. Do one of the following: ■ Select one of the numeric co rrection values using the u or d button on the remote control and press the Enter button . You see the setting reflected in the graph on the right. The horizontal axis represents the input signal level, an d the vertical axis represents the output signal level.
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 detail ed adjustmen ts to the 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 3. Press the u , d , l , or r button to change settings as necessary. You may have to press the Enter button to confirm your choice. 4. 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 ■ Auto Iris Note: This settin g cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 29). When this setting is on, the light output is automatically adjusted according to th e brightness of the image.
Making Detailed Adjustments 37 Sharpness and Picture Quality Set tings If the image looks fuzzy, or if it contains noise or flickering, you can use these settings to correct it. ■ Sharpness Use this function to make lines and edges appe ar more distinct in the image.
38 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Motion Detect ion(Pro Cinema 9100 only) This setting specifies how signals are conver ted to progressive signals. Select a lower setting for slow-moving or still images ( S ) or select a higher number for video images ( M ).
Making Detailed Adjustments 39 ■ 4-4 Pull-down (Pro Cinema 9500 UB on ly) Note: This setting can be u sed only when viewing NTSC, M-PAL, or PAL60 signals input through the Video or S-Video ports, or 480i, 10 80i /60Hz, or 1 080p/24Hz signals inp ut through the Component, HDMI1, or HDMI2 ports (see page 68).
40 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Tint Note: This settin g cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 29) or with a signal input through the PC port. Shifts the color balance between magenta and green. ■ Abs. Color Temp. Note: This settin g cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to THX or x.
Making Detailed Adjustments 41 ■ RGBCMY Note: This settin g cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 29). Use the RGBCMY settings to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of the six color components (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, ye llow).
42 Making Detailed Adjustments Adjustments for Computer Images In addition to the settings described previously, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync settings for analog RGB computer images. Normally, thes e settings are adjusted automatically by the projector.
Making Detailed Adjustments 43 Selecting Memory Settings You can easily recall the memory settings by using the memory button on the remote control. 1. Press the Memory button on the remote control. 2. Select Load Memory . 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired settin g, then press the Enter button.
44 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ To create your own name, select Customized and use the keyboard screen to enter the name. Use the arrow buttons to se lect a character, then press the Enter button. When you have selected all of the characters in yo ur name, select Finish and press the Enter button.
Making Detailed Adjustments 45 3. Do one of the following: ■ Select Reset Lamp Hours to clear the lamp usage timer and reset it to zero. You should reset the lamp timer only when you install a new projector lamp. See page 55 f or more in formation. ■ Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings.
46 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Zoom Caption Pos. Lets you adjust the shape and position of the image so that subtitles are visible (available only if the aspect ratio has been set to Zoom ). Use Zoom Size to adjust the proportions of the image, and Zoom Caption Pos.
Making Detailed Adjustments 47 ■ Video Signal Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically int erpret the format, such as NTSC or PAL (for standard TV formats). ■ Component Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port.
48 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Control Pa nel Lock Lets you disable all the butt ons on the projector’s control panel to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it is adjusted. See page 32 for more information. ■ High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of the fan so it can properly cool the projector at higher altitudes.
Maintenance 49 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 overheating. Warning: Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off an d unplug the powe r cord.
50 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 51 7. Gently tap both sides of the ai r filter against a hard surface four or five times to remove loose dust from the air filter. Note: Do not tap the filter too hard.
52 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The 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 55). It’s time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
Maintenance 53 5. Insert the screwdriver that came with the lamp (or a simil ar tool) into the slot on the back of the projector to release the lamp cover. Then lift up the cover to remove it. 6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out).
54 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 55 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the back, and press the P power button. Then follow these steps to reset the lamp usage timer: 1. Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
56 Maintenance Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for an ext ended time, do the following: ■ Make sure the temperature of the storage area is within 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C). ■ Attach the lens cover and retract the feet.
Problem Solving 57 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.
58 Problem Sol ving Note: If the power and source buttons do n’t light up, they may have b een turned off using the Illumination setting (see page 47). Lights indicating a problem Light state Cause and solution All lights are off The projector is not re ceiving power.
Problem Solving 59 Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and th e power switch in back of the projector is turned on. Then wait a moment for the P power icon to light up before pressing the P power button.
60 Problem Sol ving 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. It’s often labeled with an icon such as , but it may also be labeled CRT/LCD .
Problem Solving 61 The picture is upside-down or reversed. Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 46). The picture isn’t rectangular. ■ If the image looks like or , the projector has been placed off to one side of the screen and angled toward it.
62 Problem Sol ving The colors on the screen don’t look right. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see page 47). ■ Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to se lect a different color mode (see page 29).
Problem Solving 63 Where to Get Help Internet Support Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at www.epson.com/support . Here you can access troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical advice through e-mail.
64 Problem Sol ving.
Specifications 65 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.
66 Specificati ons Lamp Note: Lamp life will vary depending on mode selected, envi ronmental conditions, and usag e. Brightness decreases over time. Turn off this pro duct when not in use to prolon g the life of the projector.
Specifications 67 220 to 240 VAC: Operating: 269 W (Pro Cinema 9100) 284 W (Pro Cinema 9500 UB) Standby: 0.4 W Environmental Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Storage: 14 to 140 °F (.
68 Specificati ons 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.
Specifications 69 Analog RGB (computer display) HDMI * Computer display received through HDMI port Signal (4:3) Resolution Frequency (Hz) Aspect setting Normal Full Zoom Wide VGA 640 × 480 60 1440 ×.
70 Specificati ons ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null mode m serial cable to control the p rojector. You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at www.
Notices 71 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.
72 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 73 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.
74 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 75 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Three-Year Projector Limite d Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc.
76 Notices STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PE RSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. IN THE EVENT THE REMEDIES ABOVE FAIL, EPSON’S EN TIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
Index 77 Index Numerics 2-2 Pull-down, 38 4-4 Pull-down, 39 A Abs. Color Temp. setting, 40 Accessories, 11, 63 Air filter cleaning and replacing, 50 to 51 ordering, 11 Anamorphic lens, 21, 28 Anamorph.
78 Index E Electrical requirements, 66 Epson accessories, 11, 63 Home Service, 11 PrivateLine Support, 12, 63 technical support, 12, 63 warranty, 11, 75 to 76 EPSON Super White setting, 36 ESC/VP21 co.
Index 79 M Memory button, 10, 43 Memory settings creating, 43 renaming, 43 using, 43 Menu button, 10, 33 Menus available settings, 34 to 48 customizing display, 34 line menu, 10 using, 33 to 35 Messag.
80 Index Skin Tone setting, 40 Sleep mode, 47 Source buttons, 9, 10 Source, selecting ima ge, 24 Specifications compatible video formats, 68 to 69 dimensions, 66 electrical, 66 environmental, 67 gener.
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