Epson PowerLite Home 5020UB Quick Start Guide

PowerLite® Home Cinema 5020UB

Quick Setup

Before using the projector, make sure you read the safety instructions in the online User’s Guide.

Choose a location

Keep 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 centered horizontally. If this isn’t possible, use the keystone correction buttons on the projector to reposition the image (see “Adjust the image”).

In order to view 3D images correctly, RF 3D glasses must be worn within 32 feet (10 m) of the projector. Use the image below to determine the viewing distance for 3D projection (the shading represents the 3D viewing area):

See the online User’s Guide for more information on where to place your projector.

Connect the projector

Connect up to 5 video devices and use the Source buttons on the projector or remote control to switch between them.

HDMI cable

RCA video cable

Component video cable

For additional connection types, see the online User's Guide.

Turn on your equipment

1	Turn on your video source.
2	Plug in the projector.

3	Turn on the power switch on the back of the projector. The				power
	button on the projector turns blue.
4	Press the		power button on the projector or the On button on the

remote control. The power light flashes blue, and then stays on.

Note: To shut down the projector, press the power button on the projector twice or the Standby button on the remote control, then unplug it. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool down.

5 The default language of the menu system is English. To select another language, press the Menu button on the remote control. Select Extended and press Enter. Select Language and press Enter. Select your language and press Enter. Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.

Adjust the image

1	If you don’t see an image, press the Source buttons on the remote
	control or the			button on the projector to select the image source.
	Note: If you still see a blank screen or have other display problems, see
	“Troubleshooting.”
2	Turn the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust the image
	position and center it between the top and bottom of the screen.

3 To raise the image, adjust the front feet as shown below.

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4 Turn the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.

5	Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image.

6 Your projector automatically adjusts images that look like or , but if necessary you can press the or buttons on the projector to correct this.

Note: When setting up the projector, make sure that it is placed level to the screen in order to provide the best possible image quality. If you must set up the projector at an angle, use the use the or buttons to correct the image shape.

Using the remote control

Make sure the batteries are installed as shown (two AA batteries).

Turn projector on Turn projector off

Choose which source to display

Switch between 2D and 3D

Navigate projector menus

Access projector menus

Turn off projector display

Viewing 3D images

To view 3D content, you must first connect a 3D-compatible video device to one of the HDMI ports on your projector. You will also need a pair of EPSON or EPSON-compatible RF 3D active shutter glasses.

1	Turn on and begin playback on the 3D-compatible video device.
2	Press the	button on the projector remote control, if necessary.
3	Slide the power switch on your 3D glasses to the On position.

Note: If the glasses don’t automatically display 3D content, you may need to pair them with the projector. Move the glasses within 10 feet (3 m) of the projector, then press and hold the Pairing button on the 3D glasses for at least 3 seconds. The status light on the glasses will alternately flash green and red, then remain green for 10 seconds if pairing is successful.

You can also automatically convert 2D HDMI content to 3D. To enable the 2D- to-3D Conversion option, press the Menu button on the projector or remote control. Select Signal and press Enter, then select 3D Setup and press Enter. Select 2D-to-3D Conversion and press Enter. Select the Weak, Medium, or

Strong setting, then press Enter.

See the online User’s Guide for more information on adjusting 3D images.

Troubleshooting

If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on your video device or computer, check the following:

•Make sure the power light on the projector is blue and not flashing.

•Press the Source buttons on the remote control or the button on the projector to switch to the correct image source, if necessary.

•If you’re using a Windows® laptop, press the function key on your keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labeled

CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it (such as Fn + F7). Wait a moment for the display to appear.

•If you’re using a Mac laptop, open System Preferences and select Displays. Select the VGA Display or Color LCD option if necessary, then click the Arrange or Arrangement tab, and select the Mirror Displays checkbox.

For more information on using the remote control, see the online User’s Guide.