Epson 5025UB Home Theater System User Manual


 
Quick Setup
Before using the projector, make sure you read the safety instructions in the
online User’s Guide.
Choose a location
Keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is even with the
top or bottom of the screen and is centered horizontally. If this isn’t possible,
use the lens shift dials or the keystone correction buttons on the projector to
reposition the image (see “Adjust the image”).
In order to view 3D images correctly, RF 3D glasses must be worn within 32 feet
(10 m) of the projector. Use the image below to determine the viewing distance
for 3D projection (the shading represents the 3D viewing area):
See the online User’s Guide for more information on where to place your
projector.
Connect the projector
Choose from the following connections. For additional connection types, see
the online User’s Guide.
Video device
Connect multiple video devices and use the Source buttons on the remote
control or the button on the projector to switch between them.
Component video
cable
RCA video cable
HDMI cable
Computer
VGA cable
HDMI cable
HDMI port
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the projector’s HDMI port and the other
end to an HDMI port on your computer.
Monitor port
Connect one end of a VGA cable to the projector’s PC port, and the other end
to your computer’s monitor port. If you are using a laptop, switch it to
external display (see “Troubleshooting”).
Connect audio
Connect your device’s audio output to your home theater receiver or powered
speakers.
Home theater system
Video source
Surround sound Receiver Projector
Video cable
Powered speakers
External speakers Video source Projector
Video cable
Note: See your home theater receiver documentation for more information
on connections.
Turn on your equipment
1
Turn on your video source or computer.
2
Plug in the projector.
3
Press the power button on the projector or the On button on the
remote control. The shutter opens and the power light flashes blue,
then stays on.
Note: To shut down the projector, press the power button on the
projector or the Standby button on the remote control twice, then
unplug it. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool down.
4
The default language of the menu system is English. To select another
language, press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
Select Extended and press Enter. Select Language and press Enter.
Select your language and press Enter. Press the Menu button to exit
the menu system.
Adjust the image
1
If you don’t see an image, press one of the Source buttons on the remote
control or the button on the projector to select the image source.
Note: If you still see a blank screen or have other display problems,
see “Troubleshooting.”
2
Turn the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust the image
position and center it on the screen.
3
To raise the image, adjust the front feet as shown below.
4
Turn the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.
5
Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image.
6
If your image looks like or , you can press the or buttons on
the projector to correct this.
Note: When setting up the projector, make sure that it is placed level
to the screen in order to provide the best possible image quality. If you
must set up the projector at an angle, use the or buttons to correct the
image shape.
Using the remote control
Make sure the batteries are installed as shown (two AA batteries).
Choose which source
to display
Turn projector on
Access projector menus
Turn off projector
display
Navigate projector
menus
Turn projector off
Switch between
2D and 3D
For more information on using the remote control, see the online User’s
Guide.
Viewing 3D images
To view 3D content, you must first connect a 3D-compatible video device to
one of the HDMI ports on your projector. You also need a pair of Epson
®
(part
number V12H548006) or Epson-compatible RF 3D active shutter glasses.
1
Turn on and begin playback on the 3D-compatible video device.
Note: Make sure you set the video device to play content in 3D mode.
2
Press the 2D/3D button on the remote control, if necessary.
3
Slide the power switch on your 3D glasses to the On position.
Note: If the glasses don’t automatically display 3D content, you may
need to pair them with the projector. Move the glasses within 10 feet
(3 m) of the projector, then press and hold the Pairing button on the
3D glasses for at least 3 seconds. The status light on the glasses will
alternately flash green and red, then remain green for 10 seconds if
pairing is successful.
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®
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