Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 3010e 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:...

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,...

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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...

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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)...

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...

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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...

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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...

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....