Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 5010 Users Guide

							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 
						

							Introduction5
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 lensAdjustable foot
HDMI ports External 3D IR portRemote receiver
Vertical lens shift dial
Front
Back
Lamp cover
Air intake
Air filter cover
Power inletKensington® lock port RS-232C port Video port
PC portControl panel
Horizontal 
lens shift dial
Focus ringZoom ring
Cable clip holes
Component ports
Power switchTrigger out port (12V DC 
200mA max) Auto lens 
shutter
Control 
panel cover
Power and 
warning 
lights 
						

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Escape button Power buttonMounting bracket 
attachment points
Bottom
Projector Control Panel
Source buttonMenu 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
buttonsColor Mode button
Quickly change color settings 
to match room lighting HDMI Link button
Enables and disables the 
HDMI link functionIllumination 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 projectionHDMI 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 
						

							Introduction9
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 Care
SM 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 
						

							10Introduction
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 
(800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your 
projector.