Epson Ensemble HD 6100 Installation Guide
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instructions. Trademarks Epson is a registered trademark and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks, Ensemble HD is a trademark, and Epson Store is a service mark, of Epson of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. General - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 3
Instructions 6 Parts List 10 Included Cables 11 Additional Accessories 11 Where To Get Help 12 Planning the Installation 13 Required Tools 14 Laying Out the Home Theater 14 Locating the Screen 15 Locating the Projector Projector 31 Position the Ceiling Mount to the Projector 45 Connect - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 4
Adjusting the Sound 58 Set the Boundary Control Switch 58 Set the Speaker Distance 59 Equalize the Speaker Output 60 Adjust the Subwoofer Output 60 After Completing the Installation 62 Using Additional Components 63 Connecting External Video Devices 63 Connecting Another Subwoofer 68 - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 5
Introduction The Ensemble HDTM home cinema system by Epson® includes everything that's needed to set up a home theater. • Projector - The PowerLite® projector provides high-definition, theater-quality video. The projector is housed in the integrated speaker enclosure, which contains the rear - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 6
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 7
audio/video installer or other qualified professional. Epson cannot provide advice concerning construction practices or building codes in your area. • Prior to installing the home theater system, read the installation instructions completely. Keep these instructions in an easily accessible place for - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 8
WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) • An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 9
system components as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. • Except as specifically explained in these instructions, do not attempt to service look into the projector lens when the lamp - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 10
items in their containers until the instructions tell you to remove them. That way, you can easily find the parts you'll need at different points during the installation. Box #1 • Projector (PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 or PowerLite Home Cinema 720) • Projector ceiling mount • AV controller with built - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 11
enhance the home theater with these accessories: • Rear surround speaker kit lets you move the rear speakers from the projector to an projector at a greater distance from the screen. You can purchase these accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 12
name (Ensemble HD home cinema system) ■ Product serial number (located on the back of the weighted bar on the bottom of the screen, on the right side of the screen as viewed from the front) ■ Description of the problem Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson supplies and - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 13
Epson strongly recommends that the home theater system be installed by a professional audio/video installer or other qualified professional. Epson 19. 3 Install the ceiling mount and projector. Use a stud finder to locate wooden joists on which to mount the projector. See page 31. 4 Connect the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 14
Ensemble HD home theater system should be installed by a professional audio/video installer or other qualified professional. To install the system Home Cinema 1080) or 13.5 feet long (for the PowerLite Home Cinema 720). If your room is shorter than this, you won't be able to install the projector - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 15
, you must leave enough space to rotate the projector when mounting it and to be able to connect cables to its ports in back. Ideally, your room should be at least 16 feet (4.9 m) long to accommodate these needs and to achieve the optimal home theater experience-but rooms shorter than that can - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 16
mounted near the ceiling, you can place the projector mount up to about 19 feet (5.8 m) from quality. Since the subwoofer powers all other components in the system, you should place it within 6 feet (1.8 m) 18 for an overview of how all the Ensemble HD components are connected. Once you've connected - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 17
the right side of the screen.) The track going from the screen to the projector looks best when aligned with the middle of the screen, as shown. If you in fire or other safety hazards. It is recommended that the Ensemble HD system be powered by a dedicated 20-amp circuit. Typical power consumption - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 18
Cable Connections Refer to the diagram below for an overview of how all the Ensemble HD components are connected: Projector Rear surround speakers Speaker cable Motorized screen Control cable 110 VAC power cable HDMI cable HDMI repeater and power supply Speaker cable L/C/R speaker connectors - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 19
Installing the Screen Follow these steps to attach the screen's mounting assembly to your wall or ceiling, connect the cables to the screen, and lift the screen onto the mounting brackets. Unpack the Screen and Speaker Grilles 1 Unpack the screen and related hardware from the long container (box - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 20
Note The box also contains the wire management tracks and related pieces shown below. It is advisable to keep these parts together until they're needed on page 43. 8-foot-long tracks (6 pieces) Wall-to-ceiling transition (2 sets) Corner connector (3 sets) Seam cover (20 pieces) Drywall screws ( - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 21
Attach the Mounting Assembly to the Wall (Option 1) Follow these steps if you want to mount the screen on your wall. If you prefer to hang it from the ceiling, see "Attach the Mounting Assembly to the Ceiling (Option 2)"on page 24. Note These steps describe how to attach the screen to a wall with - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 22
Mark the wall as shown below: Distance from ceiling... ...plus 3 inches Do not install alignment bar (not shown) above this line 4 Hold the mounting assembly against the wall and use a stud finder to locate two studs, one near each end of the alignment bar. Studs are normally spaced 16 inches on - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 23
5 Use a level to make sure the alignment bar isn't tilted to one side. Align one of the end brackets with the stud you marked on the wall and attach it with two wood screws. Caution The bar must be level, or the screen will not deploy properly. A slight tilt may cause screen failure over time. - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 24
Attach the Mounting Assembly to the Ceiling (Option 2) You can hang the screen from a flat (not sloped) ceiling. If your ceiling has wooden joists, this option is possible only if the joists run toward the screen. If they run across the width of your room, you won't be able to hang the screen safely - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 25
7 Tighten the screw on the face of each bracket to secure it to the alignment bar. 8 Determine where the middle of the screen will be. Then position the middle bracket so it's aligned with the middle of the screen. The set screw in the middle of the screen must engage with the bracket. 9 If the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 26
the cables, unpack them in the order they're called for in the instructions. When you're done connecting the cables, you should have a total the screen housing when you're done connecting them. Do not connect them to the projector, subwoofer, or AV controller yet. 1 Locate AC CABLE 2, packed in the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 27
the screen. Match up the L (Left), C (Center), and R (Right) labels on the connectors. Leave the 4-pin connector unconnected for now (it will go to the projector). To subwoofer (do not connect yet) Cables inside screen Do not connect yet 6 Place one end of the Video Cable near the middle of the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 28
(do not connect yet) To HDMI repeater 9 Locate the 7M KIT packed in box #3. The 23-foot (7-meter) cables included in this kit connect the projector to the screen. The kit also includes a video cable connector (HDMI repeater) and its power supply. 10 Connect power supply for the HDMI repeater to - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 29
them slightly, then slip the cables underneath. The cables going to the projector should exit from the break in the covers near the middle. Let them shown below. Store excess cable under the long cable cover Cables to projector Lift the Screen onto the Mounting Brackets Note You may wish to attach - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 30
2 With a second person's help, lift the screen onto the three mounting brackets. The screen must hook into the groove on all three brackets. Tilt the screen back slightly when lowering it onto the brackets. Warning You must have a second person's help when lifting the screen. Use ladders as - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 31
(see page 33), you'll have to reduce the 15-inch vertical spacing. It is recommended that the ceiling plate be used to mount the projector to the ceiling, as described in these instructions. The ceiling plate makes the installation more secure and gives you greater flexibility in positioning the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 32
not be able to place the projector 19 feet (5.8 m) from the screen. Do not place the projector closer than 10 feet (3 m) to the screen, or the image won't be able to fill the whole screen. The minimum distance from lens to screen is 9.8 feet for the PowerLite Home Cinema 1080, and 10.4 feet for - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 33
it off-center by more than that, the vertical (up/down) lens shift adjustment will be limited. Conversely, if you don't need to use the projector's full vertical lens shift, then you can position the lens more than 8 inches off-center, if necessary. Overhead view Wall Lens Try to keep lens - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 34
3 Determine whether the joists in your ceiling run parallel to the screen or toward the screen, as shown below. Use a stud finder if necessary. 4 Locate two adjacent joists on opposite sides of the location where you plan to install the mount. Mark the exact center of one joist, to indicate where - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 35
likely to be bumped into. In some cases, however, you may want to attach the included extension arm, which lowers the projector by about 8 inches. This may help, for example, if you have track lighting that would interfere with the projected image, or if the screen is - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 36
3 Insert the extension arm into the piece shown below. Make sure the set screws in the extension arm are turned in all the way, or you won't be able to insert the arm. Note Do not re-insert the bolts you removed in step 2. You will do this later when you attach the mounting bracket to the ceiling - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 37
bolts to attach it. The fastening plate goes on the recessed side of the ceiling plate. Before tightening the bolts fully, check exactly where the projector will be mounted between your ceiling joists. Then use the slots in the ceiling plate to slide the parts to the desired location. Tighten the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 38
you have the parts shown below. Note Your Ensemble HD system may come with a different projector model than the one shown here. The projector box may also include additional parts. Batteries Projector Remote control 2 Save the projector User's Manual and PrivateLine card for the customer. The - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 39
Remove rear cover by pressing inward on one side to release catch 5 If you anticipate having excess cable near the projector, install the optional cable cleats on top of the projector enclosure. The cleats will let you wrap excess cable around them. Attach the cleats with the included screws at the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 40
Check the part of the ceiling mount where you will attach the projector (the round plate on the bottom). Make sure the three thumb plate. If any of the screws protrude, you won't be able to attach the projector. Also, make sure the pointed part faces toward the screen. If necessary, grasp the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 41
, then rotate it 180 degrees so it faces toward the screen. 11 Tighten the three thumb screws. Make sure the projector is secure and does not rotate. Note Make sure the projector faces the screen squarely. Do not be concerned if the lens is positioned off-center from the screen. If you - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 42
the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it using the vertical lens shift dial. If you have the PowerLite Home Cinema 720, you can tilt the projector down if necessary and use the keystone adjustment to correct the resulting image distortion (see "Adjusting the Image" on page 51). To - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 43
Connecting and Routing the Cables Follow the instructions in this section to install the wire your ceiling. If you choose this option, plug the AC power cables for the screen and projector into nearby electrical outlets. If no outlets are available, contact a licensed electrician to have them - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 44
Install the Tracks and Connector Pieces 1 Plan your layout of the wire management system, referring to the illustration below. If you want to connect two 8-foot tracks together (end-to-end), use a seam cover where the tracks meet. Use - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 45
a seam cover to disguise the seam where two pieces meet. Remove the adhesive backing from the covers to apply them. Connect the Cables to the Projector 1 Before connecting the cables to the projector, check to see if you have excess cable. If you do, wrap the cable around the cleats above the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 46
to the on position (indicated by the symbol). 4 Connect the speaker cable to the connectors for the left and right speakers in the projector enclosure. Match up the R (right) and L (left) labels on the connectors. Speaker connectors Connect the Cables to the Subwoofer and AV Controller 1 Unpack - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 47
3 Connect the following two cables from the screen to the subwoofer: • Speaker cable (connect it to the SPK OUT connector) • AC cable (connect it to either AC OUTPUT connector) Connect speaker cable here BASS CONTOUR CONTROL FREQ 61 82 LEVEL 47 98 99 PWR ON MODE SUB OUT Connect AC cable - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 48
subwoofer) to the power inlet on the back of the subwoofer. Connect the other end to a grounded power outlet in your home. Note It is recommended that the Ensemble HD system be powered by a dedicated 20-amp circuit. Typical power consumption is about 800 watts. 8 Set the MASTER POWER switch to the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 49
and AV controller. It also provides space for storing additional components. Place AV controller or other components here Place subwoofer here Follow these instructions to assemble the stand: 1 Unpack the stand from box #6. 2 Locate the base and set it flat on the floor or a worktable. You should - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 50
4 To connect the upper and middle shelves, first insert pins as shown. Then use the nuts and bolts to connect the shelves in the same way as for the base. Note The pins are not optional, but help reinforce the shelves. You must insert them first, before inserting the bolts. You may find it easier to - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 51
use. Insert Batteries Insert the included batteries into the remote controls for both the projector and the Ensemble HD system, as shown below. Note The projector remote control is used only to make initial adjustments to the projector, but it should be saved in case it's needed after installation - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 52
settings in "Adjusting the Projector Settings" on page 56. If the system doesn't turn on, check the following: • If the system is not receiving power, 55 inches 64 inches 1 Make sure the MAIN menu is displayed on the Ensemble HD remote control. If necessary, press the MAIN button. 2 Press the PAGE - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 53
S-DWN re-open the screen. Verify that it comes down and stops at the correct position. Position the Image 1 Press the Pattern button on the projector's remote control. This displays an adjustment pattern to help you align the image. 2 Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image. Rotate the zoom ring - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 54
ahead, keeping it level, and use the lens shift dials to move the image. Exception: If you have the PowerLite Home Cinema 720 and you're using the extension arm, tilt the projector only if the lens shift dial does not lower the image far enough (see "Incline Adjustment With the Optional Extension - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 55
being tilted down toward it, skip this section and continue with "Adjusting the Projector Settings" on page 56. PowerLite Home Cinema 1080: If you have the PowerLite Home Cinema 1080, the projector must be level (not tilted down toward the screen) in order for you to project an image correctly - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 56
restore the projector's factory control. You see the main menu screen: Projector remote control 3 Open the Settings menu (press the projector is installed above 4900 feet (1500 meters can properly cool the projector. Press the Esc button projector is receiving a signal. 8 Press the Esc button as needed to - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 57
customized using the Video menu in the Ensemble HD menu system. See the User's Guide for details. 1 Press the Color Mode button on the projector remote control. Note The Color Mode can also be accessed through the Proj (Projector) menu on the Ensemble HD remote control. 2 You see a screen like this - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 58
Adjusting the Sound Follow the steps in this section to optimize sound for your home theater. Set the Boundary Control Switch Set the BOUNDARY CONTROL switch on the back of the subwoofer to the setting that most closely matches the - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 59
Test Tone Move 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 5 ft. 5 ft. 5 ft. Sel Enter Menu Exit Ensemble HD remote control MAIN button MENU button Note The Voice, Bass, Treble, and Surround settings can be accessed by the user to you're done adjusting the settings, press the MENU button to exit the menu system. 59 - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 60
4 When you're done adjusting the settings, press the MENU button to exit the menu system. Adjust the Subwoofer Output Follow these steps to adjust the "boominess" of the subwoofer, reducing excessive bass where it peaks in the spectrum. 1 Insert the Ensemble HD system's DVD in the AV controller. 60 - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 61
2 If the disk doesn't start playing automatically, press the MAIN button on the Ensemble HD remote control, then select DVD. Note When playing the DVD, you can press the GUIDE button on the Ensemble HD remote to return to the contents menu. 3 Have an assistant listen to the sound from the usual - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 62
to the height of the screen (see the User's Guide for details). For an introduction to the home theater's full range of capabilities and how to use them, watch the Ensemble HD DVD that came with your system. For detailed instructions on using the system, see the Ensemble HD User's Guide. 62 - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 63
up to a total of five external video devices to the Ensemble HD system, such as a cable box or satellite receiver (see "Connecting • Third-party universal remote control (see page 71) See the User's Guide for instructions on connecting an audio component, such as a tape deck. Connecting External - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 64
Optical Analog Coaxial Optical Analog * Connection not required if your video device supports HDMI audio. Linking Audio and Video Sources Once you've connected the audio and video cables, you need to tell the Ensemble HD system which audio and video ports to use together. You link the audio and - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 65
You see the Ensemble HD menu screen: Audio Video Language Preference Reset Voice Bass Treble Surround : d button [Source Assign] Video Input Label HDMI1 HDMI2 Cable Sat Component S-Video HD DVR Composite Video Audio Input HDMI1 HDMI2 Coax Optical Analog ESC Return Move Adjust Menu - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 66
you've connected a cable box to the HDMI1 port and the cable box supports HDMI audio, select HDMI1 in the Audio Input column. If you've connected enable the Ensemble HD remote control to recognize the new component by entering a setup code. Setup codes are listed in the back of the User's Guide. You - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 67
so it flashes, then press the SEL (Select) button. Note Some of the device names (DVD, RADIO, AUDIO, and PROJ) are already used by the Ensemble HD system, and you cannot select them. If you're setting up a type of component for which a menu name doesn't exist (for example, an HDTV tuner or - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 68
features in the User's Guide. Note Refer to the manual that came with your component for instructions on using the commands to operate it. Connecting Another Subwoofer To increase the bass presence in extra-large rooms, you can connect an additional powered subwoofer to the system. Set the added - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 69
Connecting an Antenna You can use the included indoor antennas to receive FM and AM radio broadcasts. They are sufficient to receive strong, local stations. To receive weaker signals, you may need to connect an outdoor antenna. Using the FM Indoor Antenna 1 Locate the included FM indoor antenna, - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 70
provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART - Epson Ensemble HD 6100 | Installation Guide - Page 71
Control If you prefer, you can use a remote control made by another company to operate the Ensemble HD system. For your reference, the necessary codes to operate the screen and projector are listed below. Screen operation Function Up Down Stop Set Remote ID 0x835f 0x835f 0x835f 0x835f Remote
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