Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB User Manual

Stunning image quality and contrast
for the finest home cinemas.
Epson PowerLite
®
Home Cinema 8500 UB
HOME THEATER PROJECTOR
Experience home theater in a way you never thought possible with the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema
8500 UB. With a contrast ratio up to 200,000:1, unprecedented in its class,
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you get deep blacks and
extraordinary detail, putting you right in the middle of the action. Whether you’re watching movies, or
sports, or playing videogames, this 1080p projector ensures amazing image quality with Epson D7
chip, an HQV processor and innovative Super-resolution video technology. Enjoy brilliant quality and
blockbuster performance. With a powerful cinema filter, frame interpolation and state-of-the-art Fujinon
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lens, a brand trusted by renowned Hollywood producers, this product delivers dynamic video in virtually
any setting.
High-definition, 1080p home theater experience — D7 chip with C
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Fine
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technology
delivers 1920 x 1080 resolution
Brilliant images anytime — 1600 lumens color light output, 1600 lumens
white light output
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Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB Specifications

Power and Performance

white light output	1600 lumens
color light output	1600 lumens
lamp type	200 W UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) E-TORL
lamp life	Up to 4000 hours

Operating Environment

operating temperature	41 ˚ to 95 ˚F (5 ˚ to 35 ˚C)
fan noise	22 dB – 28 dB
contrast ratio	Up to 200, 000:1

Projection Specifications

native resolution	Native 1080p (1920 x 1080)
aspect ratio	Native 16:9 widescreen (4:3 resize)
projection methods	Front/rear/ceiling mount

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	23.7" x 18.1" x 11.3" (W x D x H)
weight	22.8 lb
projection lens dimensions including feet	17.7" x 15.5" x 5.7"
projection lens dimensions excluding feet	17.7" x 15.5" x 5.4"

Summary

Stunning Image Quality and Contrast

Epson's Market Leadership

3LCD Technology for Superior Color

Features 3 chips for full-time, vibrant color and 25% less electricity than DLP.

Exceptional Light Output

Delivers 1600 lumens color and 1600 lumens white light output for bright, balanced images.

Energy-Efficient E-TORL Lamp

Maximizes viewing time and minimizes costs with longer lamp life and reduced light leakage.

OptiCinema Lens System

Co-developed with Fujinon for outstanding picture uniformity, clarity, and flexible installation.

Eco-Friendly Features

Highlights energy-efficient components and recycling initiatives for environmental responsibility.

Advanced Image Quality Features

High-Performance Home Entertainment

Offers a 2.1x zoom, two HDMI 1.3 ports, and 8x projection for flexible setup.

THX Display Certification

Ensures exceptional performance for black levels, resolution, contrast, color gamut, and signal processing.

Versatile Movie Mode Settings

Provides playback settings for studio color, black levels, and clean signal processing.

Deep Blacks and Crystal-Clear Detail

Achieves deep blacks with 200,000:1 contrast ratio and exclusive Vertical Alignment LCD technology.

Dual-Layer Auto Iris System

Efficiently controls light reduction for incredibly deep blacks with improved shutter gate performance.

Projector Features and Capabilities

Built-in Silicon Optix HQV Reon-VX Processor

Reduces block noise and artifacts, restoring a more natural picture for enhanced video quality.

Detailed Specifications

Projection System and Resolution

Details the 3LCD, 3-chip optical engine and native 1080p resolution.

Lamp and Light Output

Specifies the 200 W UHE E-TORL lamp with up to 4000 hours life and 1600 lumens output.

Projection Lens Specifications

Includes manual zoom/focus, F-number, focal length, and lens shift capabilities.

Additional Features and Modes

Covers 7 color modes, input signal compatibility, terminal inputs, and video formats.

Operating Environment and Noise

Details operating temperature range and fan noise levels.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Provides projector dimensions and weight.

Support and Connectivity

The Epson Connection Support

Information on pre-sales support, internet website, and service programs.

What's In The Box

Lists the included items in the projector package.

Accessory and Packaging Details

Provides part numbers for accessories and packaging specifications.