Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 8100 Users Guide

Problem Solving61
The picture is upside-down or reversed.
Change the 
Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 46).
The picture isn’t rectangular.
■If the image looks like  or  , the projector has been placed off to one side of the 
screen and angled toward it. Face the projector straight ahead (instead of at the center of 
the screen), then use the horizontal lens shift dial to center the image (see page 25). 
■If the image looks like  or  , make sure the projector is not tilted up or down....

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The colors on the screen don’t look right.
■Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see 
page 46). 
■Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select a different color mode (see 
page 29).
■Check the brightness and contrast settings (see page 35).
■Fine-tune the colors with the settings listed on page 39.
■If the picture looks dark, you may need to replace the lamp. Check the lamp usage timer 
to see how long the lamp has been in use...

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Where to Get Help
Internet Support
Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at www.epson.com/support. Here you can 
access troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical 
advice through e-mail.
Speak to a Support Representative
To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the 
Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with your projector. This is the fastest way of 
speaking to a live representative,...

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Specifications65
Specifications
General 
Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix
Size of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18 mm) wide
Lens F=2.0 to 3.17
Resolution 
(native format) 1920 × 1080 pixels, 1080p
BrightnessHome Cinema 8100:
Normal mode:
White light output 1800 lumens (ISO 21118 standard)
Color light output 1800 lumens
ECO mode:
White light output 481 lumens (ISO 21118 standard)
Color light output 481 lumens
Home Cinema 8500 UB:
Normal mode:
White light output 1600 lumens (ISO 21118 standard)
Color...

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Lamp 
Note: Lamp life will vary depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. 
Brightness decreases over time.
Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency), E-TORL
Power consumption 200 W 
Lamp life 4000 hours
Part number V13H010L49 (ELPLP49)
Remote Control
Range Approximately 30 feet (10 m)
Batteries AA × 2
Dimensions
Height 5.4 inches (136 mm), not including adjustable feet 
Width 17.7 inches (450 mm)...

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220 to 240 VAC:
Operating: 
269 W (Home Cinema 8100)
284 W (Home Cinema 8500 UB)
Standby: 0.4 W
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, non-condensing
Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Operating altitude Up to 7500 feet (2286 meters)
Safety
United States FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC)
UL60950-1
Canada ICES-003 Class B
CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1
Pixelworks DNX
™ ICs are used in this projector. 

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Compatible Video Formats
The projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts 
to the incoming signal. It can receive these formats as composite video, S-video, or component video—
which it accepts through the Video, S-Video, and Component ports, respectively.
The projector also supports digital video (SDTV, HDTV) and various monitor display formats. Digital 
video is accepted by the HDMI and Component video ports. The PC port accepts analog...

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Analog RGB (computer display)
HDMI 
* Computer display received through HDMI portSignal 
(4:3) ResolutionFrequency 
(Hz)Aspect setting
Normal Full Zoom Wide
VGA 640 × 480 60 1440 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080
VESA 640 × 480 72/75/85 1440 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080
SVGA 800 × 60056/60/72/
75/85 1440 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080
XGA 1024 × 768 60/70/75/85 1440 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080 1920 × 1080
SXGA1152 × 864
1280 × 960
1280 × 102470/75...

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ESC/VP21 Command Codes
You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. You can 
download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the 
Epson website at www.epson.com/support. Following are some of the available codes:
ItemCommand
Power ON/OFF ON PWR ON
OFF PWR OFF
A/V Mute ON/OFF ON MUTE ON
OFF MUTE OFF
A/V Mute selection Black MSEL 00
Blue MSEL 01
Source 
changeTerminal Signal name
Component Component video...