Brand Name | Epson |
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Item Weight | 24.3 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 20.5 x 17.7 x 7.6 inches |
Item model number | Home Cinema 5040UB |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Special Features | Portable |
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Epson Home Cinema 5040UB 3LCD Home Theater Projector with 4K Enhancement, HDR10, 100% Balanced Color and White Brightness, Ultra Wide DCI-P3 Color Gamut and UltraBlack Contrast
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Brand | Epson |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home Cinema, Business |
Special Feature | Portable |
Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB, Mini USB, LAN, Computer/D-sub 15 pin, RS-232c |
Display resolution | 2049 x 1080 |
About this item
- Epson PRO UHD with 4K Enhancement Technology (1) : accepts 4K UHD content and upscales non 4K content to deliver amazing lifelike images with resolution that exceeds Full HD
- Advanced, 3 Chip, 3LCD Design : 3LCD technology ensures no color wheel, no white segment and no rainbow effect. Computer Compatibility: PC, Mac. Driving Method - Poly-silicon TFT Active Matrix, 0.74"-wide panel
- HDR10 (2) High Dynamic Range and Ultra Black Contrast : full 10 bit color output and a contrast ratio up to 1,000,000:1 deliver an extraordinary range of color and detail in both bright and dark scenes
- Lab Ultra Wide Color Gamut : delivers 100 Percent of the 3 dimensional DCI P3 color gamut (3), the digital cinema standard, with 50 Percent wider color gamut than Rec. 709. Excluding feet: 20.5 x 17.7 x 6.7 inches (W x D x H)
- 100 Percent Balanced Color Brightness : 2,500 lumens of equal color and white brightness (4) for vibrant, rich color, even in rooms with ambient light
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Picture quality | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Brightness | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.1 |
Remote Control | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.4 | — | 4.3 |
Value for money | — | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.9 | — |
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hardware interface | hdmi | hdmi, vga, usb | hdmi | usb | bluetooth | hdmi |
display resolution | 1920 x 1080p | 3820 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
brightness | — | 2500 | 3400 | 4000 | 2700 | 2300 |
native resolution | 2049 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
image contrast ratio | 1000000:1 | 1,200,000:1 | — | 12000:1 | 2M:1 | 500000:1 |
max throw distance | 1 feet | 62 feet | 11.1 feet | 9.76 meters | 13.12 feet | 10 feet |
min throw distance | 1 feet | 5 feet | 2 feet | 0.75 meters | 5.9 feet | 8 feet |
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ASIN | B01IO0QWJA |
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Customer Reviews |
3.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,608 in Video Projectors |
Date First Available | July 29, 2016 |
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Get exceptional, color-rich performance and immersive images with the Home Cinema 5040UB. Epson PRO-UHD 3LCD home theater projectors deliver a groundbreaking combination of color, contrast and resolution for the ultimate entertainment experience. Every detail comes alive with 4K Enhancement Technology (1), which accepts 4K UHD content and upscales non-4K content. An advanced, 3-Chip, 3LCD design means no color wheel, white segment or rainbow effect. With HDR10 (2) and L*a*b* Ultra Wide Color Gamut, movies look extraordinary. Plus, get 100% Balanced Color Brightness, with 2,500 lumens equal color/white brightness (4), and an UltraBlack contrast ratio up to 1,000,000:1.
1. 4K Enhancement Technology (4Ke) shifts each pixel diagonally to double Full HD resolution. Resolution is Full HD in 3D Mode.
2. HDR performance available with select devices. For more information, see our official site.
3. Entire DCI color space can be displayed in Digital Cinema Mode only.
4. Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118.
5. For convenient and reasonable recycling options, visit our official site.
6. SmartWay is an innovative partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that reduces greenhouse gases and other air pollutants and improves fuel efficiency.
Terminal Outputs - Trigger out 12 V DC, 200 mA maximumCustomer reviews
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Customers like the picture quality, value, and gaming of the video projector. For example, they mention it's stunning, beautiful, and impressively vivid. That said, some complain about the brightness and durability. That being said, opinions are mixed on the quality.
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Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the video projector. They mention that it produces stunning, beautiful images with impressively vivid colors. The contrast ratio is best-in-class, and the product is beautiful.
"...4K also has to be on for the blue ray I tested. Looks amazing!* I had a 3rd projector fail, just stopped powering on with no prior issues...." Read more
"...The images are (or, should I say, were) sharp with impressively vivid colors...." Read more
"...I then watched Blade Runner 2049. The image was fantastic. Even the 235:1 black bars on top/bottom of image were almost completely black...." Read more
"...At installation, the contractor mentioned to me that it was one of the best pictures that he had seen in a home cinema projector...." Read more
Customers like the value of the video projector. They say it's well worth the cost, has amazing quality, and the best resolution for the price. Some mention that the 4K upgrade is phenomenal for the value.
"...you buy another Epson?" Well, because it offers the greatest feature-set for the price...." Read more
"...Well worth the investment to me. In fact it’s so good that I’m sitting at my breakfast table the very next morning writing this review!..." Read more
"...ones that were in other reviews and they worked great and were halfway cheap...." Read more
"Amazing quality for the price. Have only owned this for a short period so will have to keep an eye out for issues with the power supply...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the gaming capabilities of the video projector. They mention that it is very good while operational, impressive to most friends, and awesome when it works. The high resolution image is amazing, and it works great for console games. The picture is stunning and does not disappoint. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...I primarily use it for movies, but it works great for my console games.4) Bright bright bright!..." Read more
"...It performed beautifully for 25 months. Please note that the warranty is for 24 months. This morning, the projector simply wouldn't turn on...." Read more
"...Black is black great better than 3600e*Wireless HDMI great works as expected a must have for my settings*..." Read more
"...and having a friend who professionally plays FPS test, it is very good for gaming and I noticed very little delay, especially with the Bluetooth..." Read more
Customers find the setup of the video projector to be easy. They mention that the remote control setup was really easy, the lens-shift allows easy setup without using keystone, and the mounting is easy with more than enough multiple reinforced screw holes. They also say that the picture quality is amazing, and that the customization is user friendly.
"...What can I say. It's an awesome projector. Setup is stupid simple. The motorized lens shift and focus make it a breeze...." Read more
"...Setup was a breeze and our 135" picture was crisp and clear...." Read more
"...Easy to set up, easy to use, awesome picture.Update: I have encountered the power issue others have posted about...." Read more
"...The set up was relatively easy, I replaced all the other components and also went with a new universal remote, everything synced perfectly...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the video projector. They mention that it makes the picture crystal clear, brilliant, and light years ahead with its 4K clarity and black levels. The content looks incredible and is upscaled to 4K. The Epson is by far the best one from the clarity, brightness, and vividness. There is a noticeable improvement in resolution between 1080p and UHD, and the movie looks amazing.
"...There is a noticeable improvement in resolution (or perceived resolution) between 1080p and UHD, but the bigger difference is between SDR and HDR...." Read more
"...contrast with Dynamic mode and medium power lamp setting, Netflix 4K looks amazing too, I can't wait to how it'll look once Netflix supports HDR...." Read more
"...Feeding it a 4k image via Ultra HD blu ray produces an amazingly clear and smooth image. I was blown away...." Read more
"...Clarity. So damn clear.- Lens - this was really cool. I My previous projector didn't have a center mounted lens...." Read more
Customers like the noise level of the video projector. They say that it's quiet, the fan noise is a big plus, and it doesn't even grab their attention. However, some customers report that the noise levels increase when upscaling to 4K resolution. That said, most are satisfied with the silent operation and the acoustically transparent screen.
"...Lens lid close automatically good*Silence operation*..." Read more
"...My other one was loaded with it!- Its quiet. Its mounted about 10 feet above my head. Didn't bother me at all...." Read more
"...The fan noise is a big plus, it doesn't even grab your attention, it's that quiet...." Read more
"...The unit makes a little bit of noise, but frankly it's REALLY quite...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the video projector. Some mention that it's incredible, bright, and the best for home entertainment. However, others say that it fails randomly and for no reason. The lamp has failed very early, and HDMI inputs quit working within the first week.
"...Freaking huge! It looks great and cinema grade as far as white projectors go...." Read more
"...The Xbox One S now supports HDR with this projector! This only works for 4K Blu Ray, as far as I can tell, so no Netflix or Amazon HDR...." Read more
"...Bright the best for home entertainment and ambient light, same quality as 3600eThe bad:*..." Read more
"...should sit at least 12ft away 15 might look the best....overall high quality machine 96 out of 100..set it up right and you’ll be impressed , I did..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the brightness of the video projector. They mention that it fails to turn on and the power will not come on. Some customers also report that the projector suddenly fails to illuminate.
"...Looks amazing!* I had a 3rd projector fail, just stopped powering on with no prior issues. Again, Epson got me a replacement in 2 days." Read more
"...The remote is not backlight - that seems a bit of an afterthought since your likely usage will be in a very dark setting...." Read more
"...Randomly the power to the unit just simply stops. All three units that I have had have done the exact same thing...." Read more
"...This morning, the projector simply wouldn't turn on. No blue power light, no fan, no nothing...." Read more
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1) Epson support is amazing. It's right up there with Amazon's. They did everything they could to make sure I was happy and made it as pain free as possible to get a projector that was 100%. Lemons happen - I've done tech support in the past and know how it goes - so I am not at all holding this against the quality of the product. The last one I received was flawless. I also had issues that most people would not even notice on both accounts.
2) Picture quality is the most amazing thing I have ever seen. I am using a Silver Ticket grey screen. My room is light-tight but my walls are not at all dark. It still looks amazing.
3) Gaming performance is better than expected. Still doesn't look as smooth as butter, but I expected it to be a lot worse from what I read with the previous generation. I primarily use it for movies, but it works great for my console games.
4) Bright bright bright! I wish I there was a step below Eco mode as I even find it more that bright enough at it's lowest settings. When I am doing casual watch/gaming. I have have the lights slightly dim and/or have the door open allowing hall lights in without having it completely washed out. Still obviously better to have blackout.
**Some notes or nit-picks to help others before purchasing:
- Even with the 4K enhancement, a 4K signal is apparently down-scaled to 1080p first. This means you are not using the real pixel data when "enhancing" to look like 4K; they are doing the same algorithm to make an educated guess as to what data to use to fill in the gaps that they use for 1080p signal. You are not going to get a perfect 4K, but I hardly notice the difference anyways. The real treat with UHD is HDR and better audio, BUT...
- HDR is pretty much not an option right now.(** See update!) Even though it was a major selling point for me, it seems like their list of supported players is extremely lacking. I use an XBox One and it does not detect that the player can handle HDR**. Epson knows about this but doesn't know when/if it will be fixed. Any settings you see suggested on the web are just mimicking the effect and not really providing the true color of HDR.
- There is a motor involved in the 4K pixel shift or "4K enhancement", this means you might be able to hear a light hum/buz in very quiet conditions. Some people report that they cannot hear it at all.
- The power LED is freaking bright in a dark room! I used painter's tape to cover it.
**Update!
The Xbox One S now supports HDR with this projector! This only works for 4K Blu Ray, as far as I can tell, so no Netflix or Amazon HDR. It might work with games, but I don't have any to test. To enable this: Xbox One S settings>video output>advanced video settings>and select the item "allow YCC 4:2:2". 4K also has to be on for the blue ray I tested. Looks amazing!
* I had a 3rd projector fail, just stopped powering on with no prior issues. Again, Epson got me a replacement in 2 days.
To be fair, our refurbished unit functioned normally until recently. And, yes, we ultimately had five years of service between the two projectors. This, however, is where it gets really interesting. When our second (refurbished) unit failed, it had the exact same problem. Yet again we were stuck with a vertical, purple line. As a journalist with a long history of consumer advocacy, seeing the same failure on two projectors - consecutively, mind you - immediately caused me to suspect a "known issue" circumstance. By that, I mean a problem that arises frequently enough to warrant "unacceptable failure" or "recall" status. hink about it. What are the chances that a SINGLE customer would have the EXACT same problem TWICE IN A ROW ? ? ?
Since the projector failed, I have spoken with two Customer Resolution Reps at Epson, as well as five different Epson Dealers (see: Home Theater Installers). I got nowhere with the Epson Reps and, with my background in consumer advocacy, I knew that the best route would be to contact someone at corporate, which I did . . . or, attempted to do. First, I directed an e-mail to their CEO. I've dealt with Jeff Bezos, Michael Dell and dozens of other CEO's who never failed to (at the very least) offer the professional courtesy of a response. Epson's CEO Keith Kratzberg? Not so much as a "take a hike". I then forwarded that same correspondence to one of Epson's Senior VP's. Again, no response whatsoever. Sorry, but that failure to follow up with a consumer (much less an industry professional) is not only unacceptable, but casts a poor light on Epson's corporate ethics.
Now, here's the clincher. EVERY Epson Dealer I spoke with offered nearly IDENTICAL feedback. Honestly, I've never been so shocked and dismayed. Here's the overview. Epson (according to their own dealers) has two primary objectives. First, to advance their technology as quickly as possible in order to remain competitive. Secondly, to offer their products at a competetive price point. And, because technology changes so rapidly, consumers have to expect that quality control and product reliability "may be compromised". Okay . . . sure. If my $35 toaster fails due to the fact that it was cheaply made in order to also be sold inexpensively, I totally get that. BUT A $2500.00 PROJECTOR? REALLY? Worse yet, TWO of the Epson Dealers I spoke with (one of them working a repair bench at the Home Theater store) told me that, if my Epson outlasted its warranty, "I did well".
Sorry. Maybe I'm old school (okay, I'm definitely old school) but you cannot be serious! So, Epson is building products which consumers can expect to "maybe" outlast the warranty and, if they do, we're supposed to be grateful? All I can say is, "WOW!" Maybe I'm wrong. Maybe the average person who buys a $2500 projector has the expectation that they'll be throwing that unit in the trash and buying a new one (or five) before their AV receiver (or any other home entertainment electronics) give up the ghost. Me? Not so much. To be sure, nobody in the industry mentioned any of this before we decided to go with a projection system. Had they done so, we would have gone in another direction - be it a more expensive product made by a company with higher standards or away from projectors entirely
So, in closing, here's the takeaway: Epson products, by their own dealer's admission, are "disposable". Therefore, don't expect "many years" of good service. Also, their product/quality control standards are poor, and not just from a longevity standpoint. In my mind (and most consumers, no doubt) if a particular issue surfaces regularly enough, the manufacturer has a responsibility to own that failure and make it right - meaning, fix the issue or replace the projector. The "purple, vertical line" issue (optical generator failure), as well as power supply issues, are well documented and conceded by Epson dealers. What will they do to remedy those ongoing issues? Nothing. "Go buy a new projector because the cost to repair the one you have (if we can get the parts) is prohibitive." And, finally, don't expect Epson to respond to correspondence, as any and every reputable business would do - because they won't.
My advice, for what it's worth? If you're one of those people who go out and buy the new I-phone the minute it comes out just because you insist on having the very latest tech, maybe you won't mind spending upwards of $3000.00 on a new projector every two years or so. If not, hang a giant flat screen on your wall knowing that you'll likely get eight or ten years of service. That, or buy something other than Epson. And, if it lasts more than two years, get back to me with the good news in order that our family can do likewise. In the meantime, I will be posting consumer reviews on as many sites as I can find as well as approaching editors seeking to publish my experiences with Epson in an attempt to save others from having the same excruciating experience!