Epson 3010, 3010E User Manual

PowerLite® Home Cinema 3010/3010e

Home Theater Projector

User’s Guide

Contents

Introduction	6
Projector Parts	7
Remote Control	9
Optional Accessories	10
Registration and Warranty	10
Using This Manual	11
Setting Up the Projector	12
Choose a Location	12
Installing the Projector	16
Connecting the Cables	18
Connecting Video and Computer Equipment	18
Making Other Connections	20
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control	21
Turning the Projector On and Off	21
Turning On the Projector	21
Turning Off the Projector	22
Selecting the Image Source	22
Positioning the Image	24
Making Basic Adjustments	26
Focusing and Zooming	26
Choosing the Aspect Ratio	27
Viewing 3D images	28
Projecting in Split Screen mode	29
Starting a Slideshow	30
Choosing Slideshow Options	31
Choosing the Color Mode	32

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Advanced Color Adjustments	33
Adjusting the Gamma Setting	33
Adjusting RGBCMY	35
Locking the Projector	36

Making Detailed Adjustments	37
Using the Menu System	37
Changing How the Menus Display	38
Adjusting the Picture Quality	39
Input Brightness Settings	39
Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings	41
Color Settings	43
3D Setup	45
Adjustments for Computer Images	46
WirelessHD Settings	47
Split Screen Setup	48
Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector	49
Creating Memory Settings	49
Selecting Memory Settings	50
Renaming Memory Settings	50
Deleting Saved Memory Settings	51
Resetting the Projector	51
Customizing Projector Features	52
Image Sizing	52
Screen Options	53
Other Setup Options	54
Using WirelessHD	56
Placing the WirelessHD Transmitter	56
Setting Up a WirelessHD Connection	57
Using HDMI Link	58
Setting Up HDMI Link	58

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Changing HDMI Link Settings

59

Maintenance	60
Cleaning the Lens	60
Cleaning the 3D Glasses	61
Cleaning the Projector Case	61
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter	62
Replacing the Lamp	64
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer	67
Checking the Projector Status	67
Storing the Projector	68
Transporting the Projector	68
Problem Solving	69
What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash	69
Solving Picture Problems	71
Solving Remote Control Problems	75
Solving WirelessHD Problems	75
Where to Get Help	77
Specifications	78
General	78
Lamp	78
Remote Control	79
WirelessHD Transmitter (Home Cinema 3010e only)	79
Dimensions	79
Electrical	80
Environmental	80
Safety	80
Compatible Video Formats	81
ESC/VP21 Command Codes	83

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Notices	84
Important Safety Information	84
FCC Compliance Statement	86
Copyright Notice	87
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials	87
Trademarks	88

Contents 5

Introduction

The PowerLite® Home Cinema 3010/3010e projector lets you enjoy theater-quality 3D images in the relaxing environment of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers these outstanding features:

■Native 1080p (1920 × 1080) resolution, dynamic contrast ratio up to 40,000:1 and up to 2200 lumens of brightness (white light output) for incredibly rich, sharp images in any room lighting

■Auto Iris system that constantly controls the light output based on the gamma and black/white levels of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest blacks

■Epson C2Fine® 3LCD technology for reliable picture quality, increased contrast ratio and uniform colors

■1080Perfect™ video processing for more film-like images free of noise or artifacts

■10-bit color quality for unmatched color accuracy, with over a billion colors available

■HDMI® (High-Definition Multimedia Interface®) ports for superior, uncompressed digital video

■True 16:9 wide-format projection

■Powerful 10 W per channel stereo speaker system

■Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, with horizontal keystone slider for offset placement

6 Introduction

Projector Parts

Front

Control panel	Horizontal keystone slider

Lamp cover

Zoom ring

		Focus ring
Air exhaust
Remote receiver
		Air filter cover
Lens cover	Air intake	Adjustable foot

Back

Cable clip hole	Cable clip hole
	HDMI ports		USB port	PC port
Speakers			Video port

External 3D IR port

Power inlet

RS-232C port

Kensington® lock port

Component port

Remote receiver

Audio (L-R) port

Introduction 7

Bottom

Mounting bracket attachment points

Front adjustable feet

Projector Control Panel

Volume/horizontal keystone buttons

Brightness sensor

Escape button

Power light

	Vertical
	keystone
Power button	buttons

Source button

Lamp						Temperature
light						light

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Remote Control

Standby button

	On button		Turns projector off
	Turns projector on
				Illumination button
				Lights the remote control
	HDMI Link button			buttons for easy viewing
	Enables and disables the			Source buttons
	HDMI link function
				Switch between equipment
	2D/3D button			connected to the projector
	Toggles			HDMI Link control buttons
	between 2D and			Control playback of a linked
	3D projection			video device
	Menu navigation			Color Mode button
				Quickly change color settings
	buttons
				to match room lighting
	Default button			Memory button
	Resets menu			Accesses the Memory menu
	selection to default
	values			Aspect button
	Menu button			Changes the picture’s aspect ratio
	Displays the projector’s
	menus			RGBCMY button
				Displays the color adjustment menu
	Auto Iris button
	Toggles the Auto Iris			User button
	function on or off
				Function can be set by the user
				from the Settings menu
	Split button	Pattern button		A/V Mute button
	Toggles the Split
				Temporarily stops projection or
	Screen function on or	Displays test patterns to adjust
				hides the menu screen
	off	the image

Introduction 9

Optional Accessories

Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:

Product	Part number
Replacement lamp	V12H010L68
Air filter replacement	V13H134A38
Kensington security lock (anti-theft device)	ELPSL01
Projector mount	V12H003B20
Computer cable (6 feet [1.8 meters])	V12H005C02
3D active shutter glasses	V12H483001
External 3D IR emitter	V12H484001

In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are available. You can purchase these plans and other accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For details, see the Quick Setup sheet.

In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico. See your

Extra Care Home Service brochure for details.

To register, simply follow the registration instructions on the CD, or register online at epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.

10 Introduction

Using This Manual

This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information.

Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual:

Warning: Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Caution: Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Note: Contains important information about your projector.

Tip: Contains helpful projection tips.

Need additional help? Take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Use this site to view FAQs or product information and e-mail Epson.

If you need more help, you can use the Epson PrivateLine® Support service. Call

[phone] and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your projector.

Introduction 11

Setting Up the Projector

Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image.

Choose a Location

You can install the projector for the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection.

Center						Side

Ceiling

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Keep the projector level and place it at a height where its lens is centered between the top and bottom of the screen. If this isn’t possible, use the horizontal keystone slider and vertical keystone buttons to adjust the image (see page 24).

Note: Image quality may be reduced if excessive keystone correction is used.

Projection distance

Offset

Diagonal image size

Offset refers to distance from bottom of image to center of lens.

The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display settings and how you use the zoom ring, the actual size may differ. Use these tables as a guide for projector placement:

16:9 aspect ratio

	Diagonal image size
Projection distance	(width × height)	Offset
3.8 to 6.2 feet	40 in. (35 × 20 in.)	0 in.
116 to 190 cm	101.6 cm (89 × 50 cm)	(0 cm)
5.8 to 9.4 feet	60 in. (51 × 30 in.)	0 in.
176 to 287 cm	152.4 cm (130 × 75 cm)	(0 cm)
7.7 to 12.6 feet	80 in. (71 × 39 in.)	0 in.
235 to 383 cm	203.2 cm (180 × 100 cm)	(0 cm)
9.7 to 15.7 feet	100 in. (87 × 47 in.)	0 in.
295 to 480 cm	254 cm (220 × 120 cm)	(0 cm)
11.6 to 18.9 feet	120 in. (106 × 59 in.)	0 in.
354 to 576 cm	304.9 cm (270 × 150 cm)	(0 cm)
14.6 to 23.7 feet	150 in. (130 × 75 in.)	0.3 in.
444 to 721 cm	361 cm (330 × 190 cm)	(1 cm)
17.5 to 28.4 feet	180 in. (173 × 98 in.)	0.3 in.
533 to 866 cm	457 cm (440 × 250 cm)	(1 cm)

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4:3 aspect ratio

	Diagonal image size
Projection distance	(width × height)	Offset
4.7 to 7.6 feet	40 in. (32 × 24 in.)	0 in.
143 to 233 cm	101.6 cm (81 × 61 cm)	(0 cm)
7.1 to 11.5 feet	60 in. (47 × 35 in.)	0 in.
216 to 352 cm	152.4 cm (120 × 90 cm)	(0 cm)
9.5 to 15.4 feet	80 in. (63 × 47 in.)	0 in.
289 to 470 cm	203.2 cm (160 × 120 cm)	(0 cm)
11.8 to 19.3 feet	100 in. (79 × 59 in.)	0 in.
361 to 588 cm	254 cm (200 × 150 cm)	(0 cm)
14.2 to 23.2 feet	120 in. (94 × 71 in.)	0.3 in.
434 to 706 cm	304.8 cm (240 × 180 cm)	(1 cm)
17.8 to 29 feet	150 in. (118 × 91 in.)	0.3 in.
544 to 883 cm	381 cm (300 × 230 cm)	(1 cm)
23.8 to 38.7 feet	200 in. (161 × 118 in.)	0.3 in.
726 to 1179 cm	508 cm (410 × 300 cm)	(1 cm)

To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the desired image size), you can use the Image Size Calculator. This program is available on the Epson website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada).

Also keep these considerations in mind:

■Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of loose materials that could block the vents underneath.

■Make sure the projector is within 9.8 feet (3 m) of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord.

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In order to view 3D images correctly, 3D glasses must be worn within proper range of the projector. Use the image below to determine the ideal distance for 3D projection (the shading represents the 3D viewing area):

60º

16.5 ft (5 m)

13 ft (4 m)

Use the optional external 3D emitter if you cannot view the 3D image normally or if the projector is located more than 16.5 feet (5 m) from the viewing area. See “Optional Accessories” on page 10 for ordering information.

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Installing the Projector

To install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the tables on page 13 as a guide to positioning the projector.

To suspend the projector from a ceiling, you will need the optional projector mount designed for the projector. See page 10 for ordering information. Follow the instructions included with the mount to install the projector.

Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to prevent the screws from loosening and do not use any type of oil or lubricant. These may cause the projector casing to crack and the projector may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to the projector.

If you install the projector on the ceiling, you will need to invert the picture so that it appears right side up. Follow these steps:

1.Press the Menu button on the remote control.

2.Open the Settings menu, then select Projection.

3.Select Front/Ceiling.

4.Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.

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The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:

16.5 in. (420 mm)

8.3 in. (210 mm)

Center of lens

5.5 in.

(139.6 mm)

3.2 in.

(80 mm)

	11.8 in. (300 mm)
2.4 in.
(60 mm)	5.9 in. (150 mm)
	2.8 in.
	(70 mm)
	14.4 in.
	(365 mm)
	6.3 in.
	(160 mm)

Setting Up the Projector 17

Connecting the Cables

Connecting Video and Computer Equipment

You can connect the projector to many types of video equipment, such as a Blu-ray Disc™/DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple® Mac® system. For details on compatible video formats, see page 81.

You can connect up to six pieces of equipment at the same time, using any of the commercially available cables shown below:

Note: See page 57 for information on connecting with WirelessHD (PowerLite Home Cinema 3010e only).

Port name	Video equipment connection	Computer connection
HDMI 1/	Use an HDMI cable:
HDMI 2
Component	Use a component video cable	—
	(with RCA-style connectors):
	Connect the cable to the three
	component video ports. Match
	corresponding colors between the
	cable and the ports. For audio, use a
	stereo RCA audio cable:

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Port name	Video equipment connection	Computer connection
PC	—	Use a Mini D-sub, 15-pin monitor cable
		to connect to a computer RGB
		(monitor) port:
		For audio, use a stereo RCA to
		mini-jack stereo (3.5 mm) audio cable:
Video	Use an RCA video and audio cable:	—

For best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your equipment doesn’t support HDMI, connect it to either the Component (for high quality, component video) or Video (for composite video) port.

When you connect an HDMI cable to the projector, it is recommended that you fasten it with the included cable clip. Follow these steps to install the cable clip:

1.Connect the HDMI cable to one of the HDMI ports on the projector.

2.Insert the end of the cable clip anchor into the cable clip hole near the HDMI port, as show below.

3.Place the open cable clip around the HDMI cable, but don’t lock it into place.

4.Slide the cable clip towards the projector and lock the clip onto the HDMI connector.

To remove the cable clip, unlock the clip and disconnect the HDMI cable. Then pinch the side of the cable clip anchor and carefully pull it out of the cable clip hole.

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Making Other Connections

Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the projector.

■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet.

■To use an AV controller with the projector, connect a 9-pin null modem serial cable to the RS-232C port.

■To connect to a digital camera, flash drive, or storage device, connect the USB cable that came with your device to both your device and to the projector’s USB port. For information on using the projector’s Slideshow feature, see page 30.

20 Setting Up the Projector

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

The remote control uses two AA batteries.

Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately.

1. Release the tab and lift open the cover.

2.Insert two new AA batteries as shown.

3.Insert the tab on the cover and press it down until it clicks into

place.

Aim the remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of the projector. Make sure you are within 32 feet (10 meters) of the projector.

If you suspect the batteries are weak, press the illumination button. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries.

Turning the Projector On and Off

Turning On the Projector

1.Remove the lens cap.

2.Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use.

3. Press the On button on the remote control or the P power button on the projector.

	Remote control										Projector

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Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you can use the Child Lock feature. See page 36 for details.

If you’ll be using the projector at an altitude above 4921 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode so the fan can properly cool the projector at the high altitude air pressure. See page 55 for details.

The power light flashes while the projector warms up. If you don’t see a picture, you may need to change the image source as described on page 22.

Turning Off the Projector

1.Turn off any equipment connected to the projector.

2.Press the P power button on the projector twice or press the Standby button on the remote control and wait for the light to stop flashing.

Caution: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.

Selecting the Image Source

The source buttons on the projector and remote control let you switch between images from different pieces of equipment connected to the projector (such as a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, cable or satellite box, or video game console).

Press the Source button on the remote control that corresponds to the port to which your video source is connected.

22 Setting Up the Projector

If you press the Source button on the projector, you see a list of available sources. Press the Source button to move through the list and select the desired source.

Note: If an image does not appear, see “Problem Solving” on page 69.

To temporarily turn off the image and darken the screen, press the A/V Mute button on the remote control. Press the A/V Mute button again to return to normal viewing.

Setting Up the Projector 23

Positioning the Image

If the projector is not centered in front of the screen, use the horizontal keystone slider, horizontal keystone buttons, volume buttons on the projector, and vertical keystone buttons to correct the shape of the image.

Horizontal keystone slider

Note: You can display a test pattern to help adjust the image position by pressing the Pattern button on the remote control. Press the Esc button to turn off the test pattern.

The image can be adjusted up to 30° in either direction with the horizontal keystone slider or buttons:

24 Setting Up the Projector

If one side of the image is taller than the other, make sure the projector is parallel to the screen. If necessary, adjust the front feet so that the projector is horizontal.

Adjustable feet

Your projector automatically adjusts images that are wider at the top or bottom, but if necessary, you can also use the vertical keystone buttons on the projector to correct this.

In addition to the horizontal keystone slider, you can use the volume buttons on the projector to adjust images that are wider on the left or right side.

Note: Press either of the vertical keystone buttons to open the H/V–Keystone menu before pressing the volume buttons. The volume buttons won’t adjust the H-Keystone setting unless this menu is active.

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Making Basic Adjustments

Follow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, color, and quality. For further refinements, see “Making Detailed Adjustments” on page 37.

Focusing and Zooming

Use the focus ring to sharpen the image.

Use the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.

Zoom ring

Focus ring

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Choosing the Aspect Ratio

In many cases, video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected as the Aspect setting. You may need to change the size of the image (or aspect ratio) for certain image types by pressing the Aspect button on the remote control.

Select one of these settings:

■ Normal for standard TV broadcasts, computer images, or images with a 4:3 aspect ratio.

■Full for images recorded in 16:9 (wide-screen) format and squeeze mode.

■Zoom for letterbox images.

4:3 image using Normal setting				16:9 image using Full setting

■Wide for expanding a 4:3 image to 16:9 so it fills the whole screen. This stretches only the right and left sides of the image; the central part is unchanged.

Note: When displaying 720p, 1080i, or 1080p signals through the HDMI or Component video port, the aspect ratio is automatically selected and you cannot change it.

If you display a 4:3 image using the Zoom setting, the top and bottom will be cut off. You can use the Zoom Caption Pos. option and other settings to resize and reposition the image. For details, see page 53.

For details on how the projector resizes the picture when you choose an Aspect setting, see page 81.

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