Epson 3020E, HC3020, PowerLite Home Cinema 3020e manual Picture is blurry

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Make sure your cables are securely connected at both ends.

If you’re using an extension cable, you may pick up interference if the cable is not adequately shielded. You may need to use a signal amplifier for longer cables.

If you’re displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen, try turning off your laptop’s LCD display (see page 80).

The picture is blurry.

Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your video equipment (see page 58).

There may be dirt on the lens. Clean the lens as described on page 68.

Adjust the focus (see page 29).

Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. If you’ve just moved the projector from a cold environment, wait a couple of minutes before using it.

Adjust the Sharpness setting (see page 46).

If you’re projecting from a computer, you may need to adjust the Tracking and Sync settings (see page 50).

The colors on the screen don’t look right.

Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see page 58).

Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select a different color mode (see page 37).

Check that all cables are connected securely.

Check the brightness and contrast settings (see page 44).

Fine-tune the colors with the settings listed on page 47.

If the picture looks dark, you may need to replace the lamp. Check the lamp usage timer to see how long the lamp has been in use (see page 75). Replace the lamp if it’s close to the end of its service life (see page 72).

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Contents PowerLite Home Cinema 3020/3020e Home Theater Projector User’s GuideContents Making Detailed Adjustments Using Hdmi Link Specifications Introduction Front Projector PartsBack Bottom Projector Control PanelRemote Control PowerLite Home Cinema 3D Format button Memory button Blank buttonRemote Control PowerLite Home Cinema 3020e WirelessHD Transmitter PowerLite Home Cinema 3020e Front Optional Accessories Registration and WarrantyUsing This Manual Setting Up the Projector Choose a LocationAspect ratio Aspect ratio Installing the Projector Following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer EquipmentPort name Video equipment connection Computer connection Setting Up the Projector Making Other Connections Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Charging the 3D GlassesSetting Up the Projector Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the ProjectorSelecting the Image Source Turning Off the ProjectorPositioning the Image Adjustable feet Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and ZoomingChoosing the Aspect Ratio Viewing 3D images Light state Status Projecting in Split Screen mode Making Basic Adjustments Starting a Slideshow Setting Options Description Choosing Slideshow OptionsChoosing the Color Mode Advanced Color Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting Adjusting Rgbcmy Locking the ProjectorMaking Basic Adjustments Making Detailed Adjustments Using the Menu SystemChanging How the Menus Display Adjusting the Picture Quality Input Brightness SettingsSetup Level Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings Color Settings RGB 3D Setup 3D DisplayAdjustments for Computer Images Inverse 3D GlassesWirelessHD Settings PowerLite Home Cinema 3020e only Device ConnectionsSplit Screen Setup Screen SizeCreating Memory Settings Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the ProjectorSelecting Memory Settings Renaming Memory Settings Deleting Saved Memory SettingsResetting the Projector Customizing Projector Features Image SizingOther Setup Options Screen OptionsDirect Power On Control Panel Lock Using WirelessHD Placing the WirelessHD TransmitterConnecting the WirelessHD Transmitter Viewing WirelessHD Content Switching WirelessHD SourcesUsing WirelessHD Using Picture-in-Picture Using WirelessHD Using Hdmi Link Setting Up Hdmi LinkChanging Hdmi Link Settings Maintenance Cleaning the LensCleaning the 3D Glasses Cleaning the Projector CaseCleaning and Replacing the Air Filter Maintenance Replacing the Lamp Maintenance Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer Checking the Projector StatusStoring the Projector Transporting the ProjectorProblem Solving What To Do When the Lights Come On or FlashLights indicating a problem Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projectorYou’re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen Picture is upside-down or reversed Picture is blurry Solving Remote Control Problems Projector doesn’t respond to remote control commandsSolving WirelessHD Problems PowerLite Home Cinema 3020e Only Where to Get Help Internet Support Speak to a Support RepresentativeGeneral SpecificationsLamp WirelessHD Transmitter Home Cinema 3020e only Remote ControlDimensions Electrical SafetyEnvironmental Compatible Video Formats Component videoHdmi ESC/VP21 Command Codes 3D FormatImportant Safety Information Page FCC Compliance Statement For United States UsersCopyright Notice For Canadian UsersTrademarks