Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 6500 Ub Users Guide

							
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■RGB
Note:  This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v. Color (see page 29).
Use the RGB settings to fine-tune the color of the image. You can adjust the offset and 
gain for each signal color (red, green, and blue). Use 
Offset to adjust darker shades and 
Gain for the lightest shades. 
■RGBCMY
Note:  This setting 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,  yellow). After adjusting each color, press 
Esc to move to another menu option. You can also access this setting by pressing the 
RGBCMY button on the remote control. See page 31 for more information. 
■Gamma
Note:  This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v. Color (see page 29).
You can select from five gamma settings (2.0  to 2.4) or customize your own setting from 
your image or a displayed graph. Lower values  will increase the contrast of dark areas, but 
tend to blur the bright areas. Higher values will darken the light areas.
You can also access this setting by pressing the 
Gamma button on the remote control. 
See page 30 for more information.
Image > Advanced > RGB
Image > Advanced > RGBCMY
Image > Advanced > Gamma 
						

							
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■Contrast Enhancement (Home Cinema 6500 UB only)
Note:  This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v. Color (see page 29).
This setting automatically enhances contrast  by calculating based on the current contrast. 
You can select from 3 levels of contrast enhancement.
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. If you notice that the image is blurry  or contains dark vertical bands, you may need 
to adjust the settings yourself.
■ Auto Setup
Leave this setting on so that the projector automatically adjusts the tracking, sync, and 
position of the image.
■Tracking
Adjust the tracking to eliminate vertical bands. It is easiest to 
adjust the tracking when the imag e contains a lot of fine detail 
(such as black text on  a white background).
■Sync.
Adjust the synchronization to elimin ate blurriness. For best results, 
make sure the tracking is properly adjusted first.
Image > Advanced > Contrast Enhancement
Signal > Auto Setup
Signal > Tracking
Signal > Sync. 
						

							
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Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the 
Projector
Your projector comes with 10 memory locations for installers to save customized settings, 
designed to provide the best color quality for each of your video inputs. 
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 setting, then  press the 
Enter button. 
After a moment, the image ap pears on the screen using 
your selected setting.
Creating Memory Settings
Memory settings store the Brightness and Co ntrast settings, Color Mode, Auto Iris, 
Brightness Control, Sharpness, and ot her color settings described on page 40.
1. Press the 
Memory button on the remote control.
2. Select 
Save Memory.
3. Select the memory name you  want to use, then press the 
Enter button to save your 
settings.
Note:  Saved settings are indicated by a green highlight  next to the memory name. If you select 
a name that is already in use, the existing settings will be erased and new ones saved in their 
place. 
Memory 
button 
						

							
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Renaming Memory Settings
With the Home Cinema 6500 UB, you can rename memory settings so that they are easier 
for you to recognize.
1. Press the 
Memory button on the remote control.
2. Select 
Rename Memory.
3. Select the memory name you want to change, then press the 
Enter button. The name 
selection screen is displayed.
4. Do one of the following:
■To select a name from the displayed preset  names, select the desired name and press 
the 
Enter button.
■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 your name, select 
Finish and press the 
Enter button.
Deleting Saved Memory Settings
You can clear all your me mory settings at once.
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control.
2. Open the 
Reset menu, then select Reset Memory.
3. Select 
Yes, then press the Enter button to delete the memory settings.
Note:  You can delete memo ry settings one at a time with the  Erase Memory setting under the 
Memory  menu. 
						

							
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Resetting the Projector
If the image quality isn’t what you expect, one or more settings may be adjusted improperly. 
If necessary, you can restore the projector to  its factory-default (original) settings. 
To restore the settings in a specific menu (suc h as the Image or Settings menu), open that 
menu, select 
Reset, and confirm as needed. The example below shows how to reset the 
Image menu settings:
You can also reset the lamp usage timer or restor e all the projector settings to their original 
values. Follow these steps:
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control.
2. Open the 
Reset menu.
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 for more information.
■Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings.
■Select Reset All to return all projector settings to  their original defaults (except 
Component, Save Memory, Language, and Lamp).
Open the  Image 
menu . . .
and select  Reset 
						

							
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Customizing Projector Features
Use the settings in this section to adjust the image size and position, suppress on-screen text, 
and select basic setup options.
Image Sizing
Before adjusting any of these settings, make sure you have already selected an appropriate 
aspect ratio for the type of pict ure you’re viewing (see page 28). 
■Output Scaling
For component video formats, this setting lets you see the edges of the image that are not 
normally visible in the picture (see page 68). If you see interference when you set 
Output 
Scaling
 to 100%, try adjusting the Position as described below. 
■ Position
Note:  This setting cannot be used with a signal input through the HDMI 1 or HMDI 2 port.
Use the arrow buttons to fine-tune the position of the image on the screen.
■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. to move the image up or down. You can adjust 
output scaling before zoom position.
■Aspect
This setting lets you change the aspect ra tio of your image, and works the same as 
pressing the 
Aspect button on the remote control. See page 28 for more information.
Signal > Advanced > Output Scaling
Signal > Position
Signal > Zoom Caption Pos.
Signal > Aspect 
						

							
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Screen Options
■Messages
Turn this setting off if you want to preven t on-screen messages from appearing (such as 
the no-signal message, or the identifying te xt that appears when you switch between 
image sources or color modes). 
■ Startup Screen
Turn this setting off if you want to preven t the startup screen from appearing while the 
projector is warming up.
■ Display Background
Changes the screen that’s used when the proj ector is not receiving a signal or when you 
press the 
Blank button to temporarily stop projection.
Other Setup Options
■ Projection
You can select different options for projecting the image: Front, Front/Ceiling, Rear, 
Rear/Ceiling.
■Direct Power On
Sets projection to start when the main power switch is turned on, without pressing the 
Ppower button on the remote  control or the projector. 
Note: When direct power on is enabled, power surges that occur after a power outage can 
cause the projecto r to turn on.
■Video Signal
Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically interpret the format, such as 
NTSC or PAL (for standard TV formats). 
Settings > Display > Messages
Settings > Display > Startup Screen
Settings > Display > Display Background
Settings > Projection
Settings > Direct Power On
Settings > Input Signal > Video Signal 
						

							
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■Component
Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Component port. 
For component video, select 
Auto to let the projector automatically interpret the signal; 
or select 
YCbCr or YPbPr to manually select your video equipment’s signal.
■ Trigger Out
Turn on this setting if you want the Trigger out port to output a 12-volt signal while 
the projector is operating. You can use this  to raise or lower your projection screen.
Note: If you change this setting, the new setting w ill take effect the next time you turn the 
projector on.
■ Sleep Mode
Turn off this setting if you don’t want the projector to enter sleep mode. (Sleep mode 
shuts the projector off automatically when there is no video signal.) 
Select 
5min., 10min., or 30min. as the length of time before shutoff; decreasing the time 
conserves power and extends the life of the lamp. 
To turn the projector back on, press the  Ppower button on the remote control or the 
projector.
■ Child Lock
Lets you lock the  Ppower button on the projector’s co ntrol panel to make it more 
difficult for a child to turn on the projector. See page 32 for more information.
■ Control Panel Lock
Lets you disable all the buttons on the projector’s control panel to prevent the image from 
being accidentally changed once it is ad justed. 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. Turn 
this setting on if you are using the projector at an altitude of 4900 feet (1500 meters) or 
higher.
Settings > Input Signal > Component
Settings > Trigger Out
Settings > Sleep Mode
Settings > Child Lock
Settings > Control Panel Lock
Settings > High Altitude Mode 
						

							
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Maintenance
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens 
clean. You also may need to clean the air filter to prevent overheating.
Warning:  Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never 
open any cover on the projector, except the lamp  and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages 
in the projector can injure you  severely. Do not try to service this product yourself, except as 
specifically explained in this  User’s Guide . 
The only parts you should replace are the air  filter and the lamp. If another part needs 
replacing, contact your deal er or a qualified servicer.
Cleaning the Lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on 
the surface. 
■Use a blower brush that is designed for camera 
equipment to remove dust from the lens.
■To remove dirt or smears, use a lens cloth or 
tissue. If necessary, moisten the cloth with lens 
cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.
Caution:  Never rub the lens with  abrasive materials. Use 
only lens cleaning fluids that are designed for cleaning 
optics. 
						

							
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Cleaning the Projector Case
Before you clean the case, turn off the 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. Then wipe the case 
and dry it with a dry cloth.
Caution: Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, 
thinner, or other chemical detergents. These 
can damage the case.
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
Your projector includes an air filter to ensure th e best performance. If dust collects on the air 
filter, clean it as described below. Dust clogs  prevent proper ventilation and cause overheating 
and damage to the projector.
1. Press the  P
Power button and wait for the  PPower light to stop flashing. The projector 
cools down.
2. Turn off the projector using the power switch on the back.
3. Unplug the power cord and disconnect any cables.
4. Turn the projector over (unless it’s ceiling mounted).
5. Push down on the tabs on the filter cover to remove it.
6. Remove the air filter as shown.