Epson Home Cinema 5050UB
MSRP$3,799.99
| Brand | Epson · Home Cinema |
| Type | Home cinema |
| Released | April 9, 2019 |
| Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG |
| Imaging technology | 3LCD |
| Light source type | Lamp |
| ISO light output | 2,600 lm |
| Throw ratio | 1.35–2.84:1 |
A 3LCD lamp projector for dedicated and living-room home cinema, producing 4K PRO-UHD from three 0.74-inch 1080p panels with a two-position pixel shift, rated 2,600 lumens white and colour. It has a powered 2.1x zoom lens with large powered lens shift, HDR10 and HLG, two HDMI 2.0 ports with HDCP 2.2, optional RF active 3D, and no built-in speakers or smart platform.
Data sheet
Picture
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.74 in | |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Pixel shift | 4K PRO-UHD | |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | Zone | |
| Dynamic contrast | 1,000,000:1 | |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | |
| Manual iris / aperture | Yes | |
| DCI-P3 gamut | 100% Digital Cinema color mode | Digital Cinema color mode |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | |
| Colour management system | 6-axis | |
| Greyscale control points | 8 | |
| Picture mode memories | 10 | |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | |
| Tone mapping type | Adjustable | |
| Tone-mapping brand name | Precision HDR Adjustment | |
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | |
| Max refresh rate | 3840×2160: 60 Hz | |
| 3D support | Yes | |
| 3D sync method | RF | |
| 3D formats | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame packing | |
| Glasses included | 0 |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 1.35–2.84:1 | |
| Projection distance table | 50″: 1.48–3.13 m · 60″: 1.78–3.76 m · 100″: 3–6.3 m · 150″: 4.52–9.47 m · 200″: 6.04–12.64 m · 250″: 7.56–15.82 m · 300″: 9.08–18.99 m | |
| Zoom type | Optical | |
| Zoom ratio | 2.1× | |
| Focus | Motorized | |
| Vertical lens shift | ±96.3% | |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±47.1% | |
| Motorized lens shift | Yes | |
| Focal length | 22.5–46.7 mm | |
| F-number | 2–3 | |
| Lens elements | 15 | |
| Image size range | 50–300 in | |
| Lens memory | 10 | |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° |
Light source
| Light source type | Lamp | |
| Light source detail | 250 W UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) lamp | |
| Lamp wattage | 250 W | |
| Light source life | High: 3,500 h · Medium: 4,000 h · Eco: 5,000 h | |
| Cool-down time | 600 s | |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | |
| ISO light output | 2,600 lm ISO 21118 | ISO 21118 |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 2,600 lm (colour) IDMS 15.4 | IDMS 15.4 |
Audio
Inputs, control & connectivity
| Max input signal | 4096 × 2160 | |
| HDMI port count | 2 | |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0b, 18 Gbps, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0b, 18 Gbps, HDCP 2.2 | |
| VGA input | Yes | |
| RS-232 | Yes | |
| LAN control | Yes | |
| 12 V trigger | Yes | |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Control4 | |
| Wi-Fi | None | |
| Ethernet | Yes |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | |
| Power consumption (max) | 373 W | |
| Power consumption by mode | High: 373 W · Eco: 283 W | |
| Standby power | 0.3 W | |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | |
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | High: 31 dB(A) · Eco: 20 dB(A) |
Physical & installation
| Width | 520 mm | |
| Depth | 450 mm | |
| Height | 170 mm | |
| Weight | 11.2 kg | |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Front | |
| Colours / finishes | White | |
| Air filter | Replaceable |
Support & ownership
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr | |
| Light-source warranty | 90-day limited lamp warranty | |
| User manual | https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd5/cpd56386.pdf | |
| Spares availability | Replacement lamp ELPLP89 (V13H010L89) and air filter ELPAF39 (V13H134A39) are listed by Epson | |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC |
In the box
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Hdmi cable clamps | |
| Remote type | Backlit | |
| 3D glasses in box | 0 |
Tools
- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the Home Cinema 5050UB needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 1.35–2.84:1 lens.
- Download spec as CSV — Every value on this data sheet with its unit and source, one row per spec.
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Variants & identifiers
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| Variant | Region | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| White, US | 🇺🇸 US | ASIN | B07P7Y3D6G |
| UPC | 010343943919 | ||
| MPN | V11H930020 |
Reviews
| Date | Title | Publication |
|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2019 | Epson Home Cinema 5050UBe review (covers the 5050UB, 5050UBe and Pro Cinema 6050UB) | ProjectorCentral |
| May 12, 2019 | Epson Home Cinema 5050UB review: performance, brightness and sharpness | Projector Reviews |
| April 18, 2019 | Epson Home Cinema 5050UB review | TechRadar |
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Sources
- Home Cinema 5050UB 4K PRO-UHD 3-Chip HDR Projector (epson.com, V11H930020)
- Epson Home Cinema 5050UB/5050UBe User's Guide
- Epson Home Cinema 5050UB Specification Sheet CPD-57075 2/19 (copy hosted by Best Buy)
- ProjectorCentral
- Epson America Limited Warranty: 2 Year Projector and 90 Day Lamp (US and Canada)
- Epson Home Cinema 5050UB Support page (epson.com)
