Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 3010 Users Guide

							Introduction11
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 
(800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your 
projector.
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							12Setting Up the Projector
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
CeilingSide
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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.
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
Projection distanceDiagonal image size 
(width × height) Offset
3.8 to 6.2 feet
116 to 190 cm40 in. (35 × 20 in.)
101.6 cm (89 × 50 cm)0 in. 
(0 cm)
5.8 to 9.4 feet
176 to 287 cm60 in. (51 × 30 in.)
152.4 cm (130 × 75 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
7.7 to 12.6 feet
235 to 383 cm80 in. (71 × 39 in.)
203.2 cm (180 × 100 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
9.7 to 15.7 feet
295 to 480 cm100 in. (87 × 47 in.)
254 cm (220 × 120 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
11.6 to 18.9 feet
354 to 576 cm120 in. (106 × 59 in.)
304.9 cm (270 × 150 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
14.6 to 23.7 feet
444 to 721 cm150 in. (130 × 75 in.)
361 cm (330 × 190 cm)0.3 in.
(1 cm)
17.5 to 28.4 feet
533 to 866 cm180 in. (173 × 98 in.)
457 cm (440 × 250 cm)0.3 in.
(1 cm)
Projection distance
Offset
Offset refers to distance from 
bottom of image to center of 
lens.Diagonal image size
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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. 4:3 aspect ratio
Projection distanceDiagonal image size 
(width × height) Offset
4.7 to 7.6 feet
143 to 233 cm40 in. (32 × 24 in.)
101.6 cm (81 × 61 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
7.1 to 11.5 feet
216 to 352 cm60 in. (47 × 35 in.)
152.4 cm (120 × 90 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
9.5 to 15.4 feet
289 to 470 cm80 in. (63 × 47 in.)
203.2 cm (160 × 120 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
11.8 to 19.3 feet
361 to 588 cm100 in. (79 × 59 in.)
254 cm (200 × 150 cm)0 in.
(0 cm)
14.2 to 23.2 feet
434 to 706 cm120 in. (94 × 71 in.)
304.8 cm (240 × 180 cm)0.3 in.
(1 cm)
17.8 to 29 feet
544 to 883 cm150 in. (118 × 91 in.)
381 cm (300 × 230 cm)0.3 in.
(1 cm)
23.8 to 38.7 feet
726 to 1179 cm200 in. (161 × 118 in.)
508 cm (410 × 300 cm)0.3 in.
(1 cm)
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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):
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.
60º
16.5 ft (5 m)
13 ft (4 m)
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							16Setting Up the Projector
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:
Center of lens
3.2 in.
(80 mm)5.5 in.
(139.6 mm) 8.3 in. (210 mm) 16.5 in. (420 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)
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							18Setting Up the Projector
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/
HDMI 2Use an HDMI cable:
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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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.
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: — Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection
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							20Setting Up the Projector
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.
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