Epson Projector 5020UBe User Manual

							Introduction11
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 by calling 
(800) 637-7661.
Note: Your product may look different from the illustrations in this guide, but the instructions are 
the same. 
						

							12Setting Up the Projector
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 
						

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Keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is even with the top or the bottom 
of the screen and is centered horizontally. If this is not possible, use the lens shift dials to 
reposition the image. 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 26).
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 distanceOffset A
Offset B
Offset refers to distance from 
bottom of image to center of 
lens using maximum lens shift.
Horizontal lens shift dial
Vertical lens shift dial 
						

							14Setting Up the Projector
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 distanceDiagonal image size 
(width × height) Offset A Offset B Horizontal Offset
3.8 to 8.3 feet
1.17 to 2.52 m40 in. (35 × 20 in.)
101.6 cm (89 × 50 cm)9 in.
23 cm28.6 in.
73 cm–16.4 to 16.4 in.
–42 to 42 cm
5.8 to 12.5 feet
1.77 to 3.80 m60 in. (51 × 28 in.)
152.4 cm (130 × 75 cm)13.5 in.
34 cm42.9 in.
109 cm–24.6 to 24.6 in.
–63 to 63 cm
7.8 to 16.7 feet
2.38 to 5.08 m80 in. (71 × 39 in.)
203.2 cm (180 × 100 cm)17.9 in.
46 cm57.2 in.
145 cm–32.8 to 32.8 in.
–83 to 83 cm
9.8 to 20.9 feet
2.98 to 6.36 m100 in. (87 × 47 in.)
254 cm (220 × 120 cm)22.4 in.
57 cm71.5 in.
181 cm–41 to 41 in.
–104 to 104 cm
11.8 to 25.1 feet
3.59 to 7.64 m120 in. (106 × 59 in.)
305 cm (270 × 150 cm)26.9 in.
68 cm85.7 in.
218 cm–49.2 to 49.2 in.
–125 to 125 cm
14.7 to 31.4 feet
4.50 to 9.56 m150 in. (130 × 75 in.)
381 cm (330 × 190 cm)33.6 in.
85 cm107.2 in.
272 cm–61.5 to 61.5 in.
–156 to 156 cm
17.7 to 37.7 feet
5.39 to 11.49 m180 in. (173 × 98 in.)
457 cm (440 × 250 cm)40 in.
103 cm129 in.
327 cm–74 to 74 in.
–188 to 188 cm
4:3 aspect ratio
Projection distanceDiagonal image size 
(width × height) Offset A Offset B Horizontal Offset
4.7 to 10.1 feet
1.44 to 3.09 m40 in. (32 × 24 in.)
101.6 cm (81 × 61 cm)11.0 in.
28 cm35.0 in.
89 cm–20.1 to 20.1 in.
–51 to 51 cm
7.1 to 15.3 feet
2.18 to 4.66 m60 in. (47 × 35 in.)
152.4 cm (120 × 90 cm)16.5 in.
42 cm52.5 in.
133 cm–30.1 to 30.1 in.
–76 to 76 cm
9.6 to 20.4 feet
2.92 to 6.23 m80 in. (63 × 47 in.)
203.2 cm (160 × 120 cm)22.0 in.
56 cm70 in.
178 cm–40.2 to 40.2 in.
–102 to 102 cm
12 to 25.5 feet
3.66 to 7.79 m100 in. (79 × 59 in.)
254 cm (200 × 150 cm)27.5 in.
70 cm87.5 in.
222 cm–50.2 to 50.2 in.
–127 to 127 cm
14.4 to 30.7 feet
4.40 to 9.36 m120 in. (94 × 71 in.)
305 cm (240 × 180 cm)32.9 in.
84 cm104.9 in.
267 cm–60.2 to 60.2 in.
–153 to 153 cm
18 to 38.4 feet
5.51 to 11.71 m150 in. (118 × 91 in.)
381 cm (300 × 230 cm)41.2 in.
105 cm131.2 in.
333 cm–75.3 to 75.3 in.
–191 to 191 cm 
						

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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):
24.2 to 51.3 feet
7.36 to 15.62 m200 in. (161 × 118 in.)
508 cm (410 × 300 cm)55 in.
139 cm175 in.
444 cm–100.4 to 100.4 in.
–255 to 255 cm
4:3 aspect ratio (continued)
Projection distanceDiagonal image size 
(width × height) Offset A Offset B Horizontal Offset 
						

							16Setting Up the Projector
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 14 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 10 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. 
						

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The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:
LENS
Ceiling mou
nt screw size
4-M4x9 mm
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) 
						

							18Setting Up the Projector
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 89.
To remove the interface cover and connect cables to the back of the projector (PowerLite 
Home Cinema 5020UBe only), grip the cover at the gaps on the bottom of the cover and pull 
upwards. Swing the cover out from the projector, then pull the cover straight out to detach it.
Note: If you have trouble gripping the gaps on the bottom of the cover, use a flat object, such as 
a coin, to help open the cover.
To reattach the cover, insert the tabs at the top of the cover into the projector, then snap the 
bottom of the cover into place. 
						

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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 56 for information on connecting with WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 
5020UBe only).
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 High Speed HDMI cable to use the projector’s 3D features. If you aren’t 
sure if your HDMI cable is High Speed, contact your cable manufacturer. Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection
HDMI1/
HDMI2Use an HDMI cable (High Speed 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: — 
						

							20Setting Up the Projector
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 cable clip will fit most standard, round HDMI cables. The clip 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 
sides of the cable clip anchor and carefully pull it out of the cable clip hole.