Epson Powerlite Pro Cinema 1080 Ub Users Guide

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5. Press in the latches securing the lamp cover and lift off the cover.
6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out).
7. Grasp the bottom of the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.
Warning:  The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local 
regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash. 

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8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.
Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass could result 
in premature lamp failure.
9. Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.)
10. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described on page 52.
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer
After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the back, 
and press the P
Power button. Then follow these...

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Checking the Projector Status
You can use the Info menu to view information about the current display settings and how 
long the projection lamp has been in use. To access the Info menu:
1. Press the 
Menu button on the projector or remote control.
2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the 
Info menu. The following information 
appears:
Note: The information displayed depends on the currently selected image source. The Lamp 
Hours shows 0H until you’ve used the lamp for at least 10...

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Transporting the Projector
Note: Epson shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation.
The projector contains many glass and precision parts. When shipping the projector for 
repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original 
packaging, use equivalent materials. Be sure the carrier is capable of transporting fragile 
equipment and is aware that the projector is fragile.
Before transporting the projector, make sure you center the...

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Problem Solving
This section explains how to interpret the projector’s status lights, solve problems with the 
picture and remote control, and contact technical support.
What To Do When the Lights Come On 
or Flash
The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s 
status and let you know when a problem occurs.
If the projector isn’t working correctly, first press the 
P
Power button or the Off button on the remote 
control, let the projector cool down, turn off the power...

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Solving Picture Problems
You cannot turn on the projector.
■Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch is turned on. Then wait a 
moment for the P
Power light to turn orange before pressing the PPower button.
■If you’ve set the Control Panel Lock, the control panel buttons are disabled; you must 
use the remote control to turn on the projector (see page 32).
No picture appears on the screen or you see the 
No Signal message displayed.
■Press the Source button on the...

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■If using HDMI, make sure the video source is HDMI 1.3 compliant; otherwise, use 
component, S-video, or composite video, if available, from source.
You’re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen.
If you’re using a Windows laptop:
■Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It’s often labeled with 
an icon such as  , but it may also be labeled 
CRT/LCD. You may have to hold down 
the 
Fn key while pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online...

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The picture is upside-down or reversed.
Change the 
Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 45).
Only part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is distorted.
■Press the Aspect button to select a different aspect ratio (see page 28).
■If the Aspect is set to Zoom, you may need to use the Zoom Caption Pos. option to see 
the top or bottom section of the screen so that subtitles are visible (see page 44).
■Check the Output Scaling to make sure it’s adjusted correctly (see...

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■If you’re using an extension cable, you may pick up interference if the cable is not 
adequately shielded. You may need to use a signal amplifier for longer cables. 
■If you’re displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning 
off your laptop’s LCD display (see page 57).
The picture is blurry.
■Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your video equipment (see page 45).
■There may be dirt on the lens. Clean the lens as described on page 47.
■Adjust...

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■Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make sure the projector is not in 
direct sunlight.
■Turn off nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater.
■Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and the IR receiver.
Where To Get Help
Internet Support
Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at epson.com/support. Here you can 
access troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical...