Epson PowerLite Cinema 500 User manual

EPSON®PowerLite®Cinema 500
Home Theater Projector
User’s Guide

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Contents
Introduction 7
Registration and Warranty 7
Projector Parts 8
Projection Controls 9
Optional Accessories 10
Using This Manual 11
Getting More Information 11
Setting Up the Projector 13
Choosing a Location 13
Connecting the Cables 15
Making Other Connections 16
Installing the Cable Cover 17
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 18
Focusing and Zooming the Image 18
Inverting and Mirroring the Image 19
Selecting the Input Signal Setting 19
Positioning the Image 20
Performing Keystone Correction 20
Basic Operation 21
Turning On the Projector 21
Turning the Projector Off 22
Selecting the Image Source 22
Choosing the Aspect Ratio 23
Choosing the Color Mode 24
Locking the Projector 25

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Making Adjustments 27
Using the Menu System 27
Changing How the Menu Displays 28
Adjusting the Image Quality 29
Brightness and Contrast Settings 29
Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 31
Color Settings 32
Adjustments for Computer Images 33
Saving and Resetting Menu Selections 34
Creating Memory Settings 34
Recalling Memory Settings 34
Resetting the Projector 35
Customizing Projector Features 36
Image Sizing 36
Screen Options 37
Connectivity 38
Other Setup Options 38
Using Cinema Color Editor 41
Setting Up Your Computer 41
System Requirements 41
Installing the Software 42
Connecting With a Serial or USB Cable 43
Connecting With a Network Cable 44
Using Cinema Color Editor 45
Remote Control Operations 46
Adjusting the Picture Quality 47
Adjusting the Color 48
Saving and Recalling Picture Settings 49
Managing Your Settings 51

Contents 5
Maintenance 53
Cleaning the Lens 53
Cleaning the Projector Case 53
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 54
Changing the Remote Control’s Batteries 55
Storing the Projector 55
Transporting the Projector 56
Replacing the Lamp 56
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 58
Checking the Projector Status 58
Problem Solving 59
What To Do When the Lights Flash 59
Solving Picture Problems 60
Solving Remote Control Problems 64
Where To Get Help 65
Specifications 67
General 67
Lamp 67
Remote Control 67
Dimensions 68
Electrical 68
Environmental 68
Safety 68
Compatible Video Formats 69
Image Size and Aspect Ratio Settings 70

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Notices 73
Important Safety Information 73
Remote Control Information 74
FCC Compliance Statement 75
Declaration of Conformity 76
Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty 76
Index 79

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Introduction
The EPSON®PowerLite®Cinema 500 projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the
relaxing environment of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers
these outstanding features:
■1280 ×720 resolution, 1200:1 contrast ratio, and up to 1000 lumens for incredibly rich,
sharp images
■DCDi®technology by Faroudja and PixelworksTM Digital Natural ExpressionTM
technology to make moving images appear clear and lifelike
■HDMITM port for superior, uncompressed digital video
■True 16:9 wide-format projection
■Flexible setup configurations, including front or rear projection and ceiling mounted,
with a screen trigger port to automatically raise and lower your projection screen
■Adjustable color modes to quickly optimize viewing for different lighting environments,
and Cinema Color Editor software for making fine custom color adjustments
■Vertical and horizontal lensshift to position the image without distortion, and electronic
zoom and focus for precise image adjustment
■Parental control using the projector’s Operation Lock
Registration and Warranty
The EPSON PowerLite Cinema 500 comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For
details, see page 76.
In addition, for customers who register their projector, EPSON offers free Extra CareSM Home
Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to
be repaired. Instead, EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States
or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See your Extra Care Home Service brochure for
details.
To register, simply fill out the registration card that came with your projector and mail it to
EPSON. Or you can register online at http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets
you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.

8Projector Parts
Projector Parts
Control panel
Ventilation slots
Lens cover
Vertical lens shift knob
Adjustable foot
Video port
HDMI port
Input A ports
AC power inlet
Infrared receiver
Kensington®
lock port
Infrared receiver
D4 port (used
mainly in
Japan)
Network port
Lamp cover
Horizontal lens shift knob
S-Video port
Control (RS-232C) port
USB port
Trigger out port
Input B ports

Projection Controls 9
Projection Controls
Power button
Lamp light
Keystone correction buttons
Corrects the shape of a non-rectangular image
Menu navigation
buttons Source button
Switches the video input source
Esc button
Exits the current menu item
Aspect button
Changes the picture’s
aspect ratio
Source buttons
Switch between equipment
connected to the projector
Color Mode button
Optimizes viewing for
different lighting environments
On/Off buttons
Memory button
Recalls custom picture settings
Menu navigation buttons
Pattern button
Displays test patterns to adjust
the image Zoom and Focus buttons
Menu button
Displays the projector’s menus
Zoom button
Menu button
Displays the on-screen menu
Focus
button
Aspect button
Changes the picture’s aspect ratio
ESC button
Exits the current menu item
Blank button
Turns off the screen image
Illumination button
Lights the buttons on the remote
control
Menu selection/Line menu
Selects menu items or opens
Line Menu
Temperature
light

10 Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories
EPSON provides the following optional accessories for the projector:
You can purchase many of these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON
at [phone], or by visiting the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com
(U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call [phone] for dealer referral.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp (ELPLP28) V13H010L28
Air filter replacement (ELPAF04) V13H134A04
Ceiling mount ELPHB01
Kensington security lock ELPSL01
Macintosh®adapter set (includes monitor adapter
and desktop adapter) ELPAP01
S-video cable ELPSV01