Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 3020 Users Guide

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WirelessHD Transmitter – PowerLite Home Cinema 3020e
Front
Back
Power button
Input button
Output button
Power switch
Power light
WiHD light
Link light
HDMI output portHDMI input ports
Optical Audio Out port
AC adapter port
3D glasses charging port
Setup/Reset button 
(bottom of transmitter) 
						

							12Introduction
Optional Accessories
Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:
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 the projector, one-year 3D 
glasses warranty, and a 90 day limited warranty for the lamp. For details, see the Quick Setup 
sheet or warranty booklet.
In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care
SM 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.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp  V12H010L68
Air filter replacement  V13H134A38
Kensington security lock (anti-theft device) ELPSL01
Projector mount CHF1000
Computer cable (6 feet [1.8 meters]) V12H005C02
RF 3D Active Shutter Glasses V12H548006
PixiePlus control system for Epson projectors ELPSP10
Belkin Pro Series VGA / SVGA cable – 6 ft F3H982-06
Belkin PureAV HDMI audio video cable – 3 ft AV22300-03 
						

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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 by calling 
(800) 637-7661. 
						

							14Setting 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
Ceiling 
						

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Keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is even with the top or the bottom 
of the screen and is centered horizontally. If this isn’t possible, use the horizontal keystone 
slider and vertical keystone buttons to adjust the image (see page 27).
Note: Image quality is reduced if keystone correction is used. For the best possible image quality, 
avoid using keystone correction.
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)0.1 in. 
(0 cm)
5.8 to 9.4 feet
176 to 287 cm60 in. (51 × 30 in.)
152.4 cm (130 × 75 cm)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
7.7 to 12.6 feet
235 to 383 cm80 in. (71 × 39 in.)
203.2 cm (180 × 100 cm)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
9.7 to 15.7 feet
295 to 480 cm100 in. (87 × 47 in.)
254 cm (220 × 120 cm)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
11.6 to 18.9 feet
354 to 576 cm120 in. (106 × 59 in.)
304.9 cm (270 × 150 cm)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
14.6 to 23.7 feet
444 to 721 cm150 in. (130 × 75 in.)
361 cm (330 × 190 cm)0.2 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)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
7.1 to 11.5 feet
216 to 352 cm60 in. (47 × 35 in.)
152.4 cm (120 × 90 cm)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
9.5 to 15.4 feet
289 to 470 cm80 in. (63 × 47 in.)
203.2 cm (160 × 120 cm)0.1 in.
(0 cm)
11.8 to 19.3 feet
361 to 588 cm100 in. (79 × 59 in.)
254 cm (200 × 150 cm)0.2 in.
(0 cm)
14.2 to 23.2 feet
434 to 706 cm120 in. (94 × 71 in.)
304.8 cm (240 × 180 cm)0.2 in.
(0 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 32 feet (10 m) of the 
projector. Use the image below to determine the viewing distance for 3D projection (the 
shading represents the 3D viewing area):
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 15 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 12 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. 
						

							18Setting Up the Projector
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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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 89.
To remove the interface cover and connect cables to the back of the projector (PowerLite 
Home Cinema 3020e only), grip the cover at the gaps on the bottom of the cover and pull 
upwards. Swing the cover out from the projector, then pull the cover straight out to detach it.
Note: If you have trouble gripping the gaps on the bottom of the cover, use a flat object, such as 
a coin, to help open the cover.
To reattach the cover, insert the tabs at the top of the cover into the projector, then snap the 
bottom of the cover into place. 
						

							20Setting Up the Projector
You can connect up to five pieces of equipment directly to the projector 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 
3020e only).
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. 
Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection
HDMI 1/
HDMI 2Use a High Speed 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:—
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: —