Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 5010 User manual

PowerLite®Home Cinema 5010/5010e
Home Theater Projector
User’s Guide

2Contents
Contents
Introduction 5
Projector Parts 6
Remote Control 8
Optional Accessories 9
Registration and Warranty 9
Using This Manual 10
Setting Up the Projector 11
Choose a Location 11
Installing the Projector 15
Connecting the Cables 17
Connecting Video and Computer Equipment 17
Making Other Connections 19
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 20
Turning the Projector On and Off 20
Turning On the Projector 20
Turning Off the Projector 21
Selecting the Image Source 21
Positioning the Image 22
Making Basic Adjustments 25
Focusing and Zooming 25
Choosing the Aspect Ratio 26
Viewing 3D images 27
Projecting in Split Screen mode 28
Choosing the Color Mode 29
Advanced Color Adjustments 30
Adjusting the Gamma Setting 31
Adjusting RGBCMY 32

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Locking the Projector 32
Making Detailed Adjustments 34
Using the Menu System 34
Changing How the Menus Display 35
Adjusting the Picture Quality 36
Input Brightness Settings 36
Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 38
Color Settings 39
3D Setup 41
Adjustments for Computer Images 43
WirelessHD Settings (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e only) 44
Split Screen Setup 45
Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 46
Creating Memory Settings 46
Selecting Memory Settings 47
Renaming Memory Settings 47
Deleting Saved Memory Settings 48
Resetting the Projector 48
Customizing Projector Features 49
Image Sizing 49
Screen Options 50
Other Setup Options 51
Using WirelessHD 53
Placing the WirelessHD Transmitter 53
Setting Up a WirelessHD Connection 54
Using HDMI Link 55
Setting Up HDMI Link 55
Changing HDMI Link Settings 56

4Contents
Maintenance 57
Cleaning the Lens 57
Cleaning the 3D Glasses 58
Cleaning the Projector Case 59
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 59
Replacing the Lamp 61
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 64
Checking the Projector Status 64
Storing the Projector 65
Transporting the Projector 65
Problem Solving 66
What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 66
Solving Picture Problems 68
Solving Remote Control Problems 72
Solving WirelessHD Problems 73
Where to Get Help 74
Specifications 75
Notices 80
Important Safety Information 80
FCC Compliance Statement 82
Copyright Notice 83
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials 83
Trademarks 84

Introduction 5
Introduction
The PowerLite®Home Cinema 5010/5010e projector lets you enjoy theater-quality 3D
images in the relaxing environment of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema
use, it offers these outstanding features:
■Native 1080p (1920 × 1080) resolution, dynamic contrast ratio up to 200,000:1 and up
to 2400 lumens of brightness (color and white light output) for incredibly rich, sharp
images in any room lighting
■Auto Iris system that constantly controls the light output based on the gamma and
black/white levels of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest
blacks
■Epson C2Fine®3LCD technology for reliable picture quality, increased contrast ratio and
uniform colors
■1080Perfect™video processing for more film-like images free of noise or artifacts
■10-bit color quality for unmatched color accuracy, with over a billion colors available
■HDMI®(High-Definition Multimedia Interface®) ports for superior, uncompressed
digital video
■Built-in cinema filter and Fujinon® lens for exceptional picture quality
■True 16:9 wide-format projection
■Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with
vertical and horizontal lens shift dials for offset placement

6Introduction
Projector Parts
Air exhaust
Projector lens
Adjustable foot
HDMI ports
External 3D IR port
Remote receiver
Vertical lens shift dial
Front
Back
Lamp cover
Air intake
Air filter cover
Power inlet Kensington®lock port
RS-232C port
Video port
PC port
Control panel
Horizontal
lens shift dial
Focus ring
Zoom ring
Cable clip holes
Component ports
Power switch
Trigger out port (12V DC
200mA max)
Auto lens
shutter
Control
panel cover
Power and
warning
lights

Introduction 7
Escape button
Power button
Mounting bracket
attachment points
Bottom
Projector Control Panel
Source button
Menu navigation/
vertical keystone
buttons
Front adjustable feet
Menu button
Enter button
Retractable
cover

8Introduction
Remote Control
Source buttons
Switch between equipment
connected to the projector
On button
Turns projector on
Menu
navigation
buttons
Color Mode button
Quickly change color settings
to match room lighting
HDMI Link button
Enables and disables the
HDMI link function
Illumination button
Lights the remote control
buttons for easy viewing
Menu button
Displays the projector’s
menus
Default button
Resets menu
selection to default
values
2D/3D button
Toggles
between 2D and
3D projection
HDMI Link control buttons
Control playback of a linked
video device
Super-res button
Adjusts the Super-res setting
on or off
Standby button
Turns projector off
Aspect button
Changes the picture’s aspect
ratio (not available for all
sources)
Frame Int button
Adjusts the Frame
Interpolation setting
Blank button
Temporarily stops projection
or hides the menu screen
Auto Iris button
Adjusts the Auto Iris
function
Split button
Adjusts the Split Screen
function
User button
Function can be set by the
user from the Settings
menu
RGBCMY button
Displays the color
adjustment menu
Memory button
Accesses the memory
menu
Pattern button
Displays test patterns to
adjust the image

Introduction 9
Optional Accessories
Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:
In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are
available. You can purchase these plans and other accessories from an authorized Epson
reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To
purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Registration and Warranty
Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For details, see the Quick Setup
sheet.
In addition, 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, Canada, or Puerto Rico. See your
Extra Care Home Service brochure for details.
To register, simply follow the registration instructions on the CD, or register online at
epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories,
products, and service.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp V13H010L69
Air filter replacement V13H134A39
Kensington security lock (anti-theft device) ELPSL01
Projector mount CHF1000
Computer cable (6 feet [1.8 meters]) F3H982-06
3D active shutter glasses V12H483001
External 3D IR emitter V12H484001

10 Introduction
Using This Manual
This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic
setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions,
specifications, and warranty information.
Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual:
Warning: Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Caution: Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note: Contains important information about your projector.
Tip: Contains helpful projection tips.
Need additional help? Take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day
at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Use this site to view FAQs or
product information and e-mail Epson.
If you need more help, you can use the Epson PrivateLine®Support service. Call
[phone] and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your
projector.

Setting Up the Projector 11
Setting Up the Projector
Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the
cables, and display an image.
Choose a Location
You can install the projector for the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection.
Front Ceiling

12 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. If this is not possible, use the lens shift dials to reposition the image.
As a rule of thumb, you can use lens shift to move the image up or down by nearly its full
height, and left or right by about one-half its width (for details, see page 22).
If you place the projector off to the side, aim it straight ahead (rather than at the center of the
screen), then use the horizontal lens shift dial to center the image on the screen.
Caution: Do not try to move the lens by hand, or you may damage the projector. Always use the
lens shift dials to change the lens position.
Projection distance
Offset A
Offset B
Offset refers to distance from
bottom of image to center of
lens using maximum lens shift.
Vertical lens shift dial
Horizontal lens shift dial

Setting Up the Projector 13
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 you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may
differ. Use these tables as a guide for projector placement:
16:9 aspect ratio
Projection distance
Diagonal image size
(width × height) Offset A Offset B
Horizontal
Offset
3.8 to 8.3 feet
1.17 to 2.52 m
40 in. (35 × 20 in.)
101.6 cm (89 × 50 cm)
9.1 in.
23 cm
28.7 in.
73 cm
–15.4 to 15.4 in.
–39 to 39 cm
5.8 to 12.5 feet
1.77 to 3.80 m
60 in. (51 × 28 in.)
152.4 cm (130 × 75 cm)
13.8 in.
35 cm
43.0 in.
109 cm
–23.2 to 23.2 in.
–59 to 59 cm
7.8 to 16.7 feet
2.38 to 5.08 m
80 in. (71 × 39 in.)
203.2 cm (180 × 100 cm)
18.1 in.
46 cm
57.5 in.
146 cm
–30.7 to 30.7 in.
–78 to 78 cm
9.8 to 20.9 feet
2.98 to 6.36 m
100 in. (87 × 47 in.)
254 cm (220 × 120 cm)
22.8 in.
58 cm
71.7 in.
182 cm
–38.6 to 38.6 in.
–98 to 98 cm
11.8 to 25.1 feet
3.59 to 7.64 m
120 in. (106 × 59 in.)
305 cm (270 × 150 cm)
27.2 in.
69 cm
86.2 in.
219 cm
–46.1 to 46.1 in.
–117 to 117 cm
14.7 to 31.4 feet
4.50 to 9.56 m
150 in. (130 × 75 in.)
381 cm (330 × 190 cm)
33.9 in.
86 cm
107.5 in.
273 cm
–57.9 to 57.9 in.
–147 to 147 cm
17.7 to 37.7 feet
5.39 to 11.49 m
180 in. (173 × 98 in.)
457 cm (440 × 250 cm)
40.9 in.
104 cm
129.1 in.
328 cm
–69.3 to 69.3 in.
–176 to 176 cm
4:3 aspect ratio
Projection distance
Diagonal image size
(width × height) Offset A Offset B
Horizontal
Offset
4.7 to 10.1 feet
1.44 to 3.09 m
40 in. (32 × 24 in.)
101.6 cm (81 × 61 cm)
11.0 in.
28 cm
35.0 in.
89 cm
–18.9 to 18.9 in.
–48 to 48 cm
7.1 to 15.3 feet
2.18 to 4.66 m
60 in. (47 × 35 in.)
152.4 cm (120 × 90 cm)
16.5 in.
42 cm
52.8 in.
134 cm
–28.3 to 28.3 in.
–72 to 72 cm
9.6 to 20.4 feet
2.92 to 6.23 m
80 in. (63 × 47 in.)
203.2 cm (160 × 120 cm)
22.0 in.
56 cm
70.1 in.
178 cm
–37.8 to 37.8 in.
–96 to 96 cm
12 to 25.5 feet
3.66 to 7.79 m
100 in. (79 × 59 in.)
254 cm (200 × 150 cm)
27.9 in.
71 cm
87.8 in.
223 cm
–47.2 to 47.2 in.
–120 to 120 cm
14.4 to 30.7 feet
4.40 to 9.36 m
120 in. (94 × 71 in.)
305 cm (240 × 180 cm)
33.5 in.
85 cm
105.5 in.
268 cm
–56.3 to 56.3 in.
–143 to 143 cm
18 to 38.4 feet
5.51 to 11.71 m
150 in. (118 × 91 in.)
381 cm (300 × 230 cm)
41.7 in.
106 cm
131.5 in.
334 cm
–70.5 to 70.5 in.
–179 to 179 cm

14 Setting Up the Projector
To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact
projection distance when you know the desired image size), you can use the Image Size
Calculator. This program is available on the Epson website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or
epson.ca/support (Canada).
Also keep these considerations in mind:
■Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector. Do not
set the projector on top of loose materials that could block the vents underneath.
■Make sure the projector is within 9.8 feet (3 m) of a grounded electrical outlet or
extension cord.
In order to view 3D images correctly, 3D glasses must be worn within proper range of the
projector. Use the image below to determine the ideal distance for 3D projection (the shading
represents the 3D viewing area):
Use the optional external 3D emitter if you cannot view the 3D image normally or if the
projector is located more than 16.5 feet (5 m) from the viewing area. See “Optional
Accessories” on page 9 for ordering information.
24.2 to 51.3 feet
7.36 to 15.62 m
200 in. (161 × 118 in.)
508 cm (410 × 300 cm)
55.5 in.
141 cm
175.6 in.
446 cm
–94.1 to 94.1 in.
–239 to 239 cm
4:3 aspect ratio (continued)
Projection distance
Diagonal image size
(width × height) Offset A Offset B
Horizontal
Offset
60º
16.5 ft (5 m)
13 ft (4 m)

Setting Up the Projector 15
Installing the Projector
To install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your
screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the tables on page 13 as a guide to positioning the
projector.
To suspend the projector from a ceiling, you will need the optional projector mount designed
for the projector. See page 9 for ordering information. Follow the instructions included with
the mount to install the projector.
Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to prevent the
screws from loosening and do not use any type of oil or lubricant. These may cause the projector
casing to crack and the projector may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to the
projector.
If you install the projector on the ceiling, you will need to invert the picture so that it appears
right side up. Follow these steps:
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
2. Open the Settings menu, then select Projection.
3. Select Front/Ceiling.
4. Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.

16 Setting Up the Projector
The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:
LENS
11.8 in. (300 mm)
5.9 in. (150 mm)
3.3 in.
(83 mm)
2.4 in.
(60 mm)
6.3 in.
(160 mm)
15.6 in.
(396 mm)
18.3 in. (466 mm)
9.2 in. (233 mm)
3.3 in.
(83 mm)
6.2 in.
(159 mm)

Setting Up the Projector 17
Connecting the Cables
Connecting Video and Computer Equipment
You can connect the projector to many types of video equipment, such as a Blu-ray
Disc™/DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or
digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple®Mac®system. For
details on compatible video formats, see page 78.
You can connect up to five pieces of equipment at the same time, using any of the
commercially available cables shown below:
Note: See page 54 for information on connecting with WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema
5010e only).
Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection
HDMI1/
HDMI2
Use an HDMI cable (version 1.4 or higher required for 3D):
Component Use a component video cable
(with RCA-style connectors):
Connect the cable to the three
component video ports. Match
corresponding colors between the
cable and the ports.
—
PC — Use a Mini D-sub, 15-pin monitor cable
to connect to a computer RGB
(monitor) port:
Video Use an RCA video cable: —

18 Setting Up the Projector
For best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your
equipment doesn’t support HDMI, connect it to either the Component (for high quality,
component video) or Video (for composite video) port.
Note: You need to use a version 1.4 or higher HDMI cable to use the projector’s 3D features. If
you aren’t sure if your HDMI cable is version 1.4 or higher, contact your cable manufacturer.
When you connect an HDMI cable to the projector, it is recommended that you fasten it
with the included cable clip. Follow the steps below to install the cable clip.
Note: The included cable clips will fit most standard, round HDMI cables. The clips may not fit
non-round or thick HDMI cables.
1. Connect the HDMI cable to one of the HDMI ports on the projector.
2. Insert the end of the cable clip anchor into the cable clip hole above the HDMI port, as
shown below.
3. Place the open cable clip around the HDMI cable, but don’t lock it into place.
4. Slide the cable clip towards the projector and lock the clip onto the HDMI connector.
To remove the cable clip, unlock the clip and disconnect the HDMI cable. Then pinch the
side of the cable clip anchor and carefully pull it out of the cable clip hole.

Setting Up the Projector 19
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.
■To use an AV controller with the projector, connect a 9-pin null modem serial cable to
the RS-232C port.
■To connect external devices such as motorized screens, connect a mini-jack stereo (3.5
mm) cable to the Trigger Out port and set the Trigger Out menu option to On. See
page 52 for more information. The Trigger Out port uses a 12V DC (200 mA max)
signal.
■To connect the optional External IR 3D Emitter, attach an RJ45 straight cable to both
the emitter and the External 3D IR port on the back of the projector. See page 9 for part
number and ordering information.

20 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 battery is swallowed, contact your doctor
immediately.
1. Release the tab and lift open the cover.
2. Insert two new AA batteries as shown.
3. Reinsert the cover and press it down until it clicks into place.
Aim the remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of the
projector. Make sure you are within 32 feet (10 meters) of the projector.
If you suspect the batteries are weak, press the illumination button. If
the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries.
Turning the Projector On and Off
Turning On the Projector
1. Turn on the power switch on the back of the projector.
2. Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use.
3. Press the On button on the remote control or the Ppower button on the projector.
Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you can use the Child Lock feature. See
page 32 for details.
If you’ll be using the projector at an altitude above 4921 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude
Mode so the fan can properly cool the projector at the high altitude air pressure. See page 52 for
details.
Remote control Projector