Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 3900 User manual

PowerLite®Home Cinema 3900
User's Guide

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Contents
PowerLite Home Cinema 3900 User's Guide............................................................................................. 9
Introduction to Your Projector ................................................................................................................. 10
Projector Features.............................................................................................................................. 10
Product Box Contents.................................................................................................................... 11
Additional Components ................................................................................................................ 12
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts................................................................................. 13
Warranty and Registration Information .......................................................................................... 13
Notations Used in the Documentation ................................................................................................ 14
Where to Go for Additional Information .............................................................................................. 14
Additional Projector Software and Manuals........................................................................................ 14
Projector Part Locations ..................................................................................................................... 15
Projector Parts - Front/Top ............................................................................................................ 16
Projector Parts - Rear .................................................................................................................... 17
Projector Parts - Base.................................................................................................................... 18
Projector Parts - Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 19
Projector Parts - Remote Control................................................................................................... 20
Setting Up the Projector ........................................................................................................................... 22
Projector Placement........................................................................................................................... 22
Projector Setup and Installation Options ....................................................................................... 22
Projection Distance........................................................................................................................ 24
Projector Connections........................................................................................................................ 28
Connecting to an HDMI Video Source ........................................................................................... 28
Connecting to Computer Sources.................................................................................................. 29
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video................................................................................. 29
Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video............................................................................... 30
Connecting to External Speakers .................................................................................................. 31
Connecting to a Trigger Out Port ................................................................................................... 31
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .......................................................................................... 32
Using the Projector on a Network ............................................................................................................ 34
Wired Network Projection................................................................................................................... 34

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Connecting to a Wired Network ..................................................................................................... 34
Selecting Wired Network Settings ................................................................................................. 35
Wireless Network Projection .............................................................................................................. 37
Installing the Wireless LAN Module ............................................................................................... 38
Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually.............................................................................. 39
Wireless LAN Menu Settings .................................................................................................... 41
Restricted IP Addresses ........................................................................................................... 42
Using a QR Code to Connect a Mobile Device .............................................................................. 43
Searching for a Wireless Network ................................................................................................. 45
Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows.......................................................................... 47
Selecting Wireless Network Settings in OS X................................................................................ 47
Enabling WPA or WPA2 Security .................................................................................................. 47
Wireless Security Menu Settings .............................................................................................. 48
Selecting External Network Detection Settings .................................................................................. 49
Using Basic Projector Features ............................................................................................................... 51
Turning On the Projector .................................................................................................................... 51
Using the Home Screen................................................................................................................. 53
Turning Off the Projector .................................................................................................................... 54
Viewing 3D Images ............................................................................................................................ 56
Pairing the 3D Glasses with the Projector...................................................................................... 57
Charging the 3D Glasses............................................................................................................... 58
3D Viewing Range......................................................................................................................... 59
Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus................................................................................ 59
Adjusting the Image Height ................................................................................................................ 60
Adjusting the Image Position Using Lens Shift ................................................................................... 61
Image Shape...................................................................................................................................... 63
Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons...................................................................... 63
Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner .................................................................................. 64
Resizing the Image with the Zoom Ring ............................................................................................. 66
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring......................................................................................... 67
Remote Control Operation ................................................................................................................. 68
Selecting an Image Source ................................................................................................................ 69
Projection Modes ............................................................................................................................... 70

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Changing the Projection Mode Using the Menus........................................................................... 70
Image Aspect Ratio ............................................................................................................................ 71
Changing the Image Aspect Ratio ................................................................................................. 71
Available Image Aspect Ratios...................................................................................................... 72
Color Mode......................................................................................................................................... 72
Changing the Color Mode.............................................................................................................. 72
Available Color Modes................................................................................................................... 73
Turning On Auto Iris....................................................................................................................... 74
Adjusting Projector Features ................................................................................................................... 75
Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily ................................................................................ 75
Using Picture in Picture ...................................................................................................................... 75
Available Picture in Picture Options............................................................................................... 76
Adjusting the Color Convergence (Panel Alignment) ......................................................................... 77
Adjusting the Color Tone (Color Uniformity)....................................................................................... 81
Projector Security Features................................................................................................................ 82
Locking the Projector's Buttons ..................................................................................................... 82
Unlocking the Projector's Buttons ............................................................................................. 83
Installing a Security Cable ............................................................................................................. 83
Saving Settings to Memory and Using Saved Settings ...................................................................... 84
Adjusting the Menu Settings .................................................................................................................... 86
Using the Projector's Menus............................................................................................................... 86
Image Quality Settings - Image Menu ................................................................................................ 87
Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu.................................................................................................... 92
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu........................................................................................ 95
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu......................................................................................... 98
Projector Network Settings - Network Menu..................................................................................... 101
Projector Information Display - Info Menu ........................................................................................ 102
Event ID Code List....................................................................................................................... 104
Projector Reset Options - Reset Menu............................................................................................. 105
Maintaining and Transporting the Projector ......................................................................................... 107
Projector Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 107
Cleaning the Lens........................................................................................................................ 107
Cleaning the Projector Case........................................................................................................ 108

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Cleaning the 3D Glasses............................................................................................................. 108
Air Filter and Vent Maintenance .................................................................................................. 109
Cleaning the Air Filter.............................................................................................................. 109
Replacing the Air Filter............................................................................................................ 112
Projector Lamp Maintenance....................................................................................................... 114
Replacing the Lamp ................................................................................................................ 115
Resetting the Lamp Timer....................................................................................................... 119
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries ..................................................................................... 120
Transporting the Projector................................................................................................................ 122
Solving Problems .................................................................................................................................... 124
Projection Problem Tips ................................................................................................................... 124
Projector Light Status ....................................................................................................................... 124
Solving Image or Sound Problems ................................................................................................... 127
Solutions When No Image Appears............................................................................................. 127
Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears........................................................................... 128
Displaying From a PC Laptop ................................................................................................. 128
Displaying From a Mac Laptop ............................................................................................... 129
Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears ................................................................... 129
Solutions When Only a Partial Image Appears............................................................................ 130
Solutions When the Image is Not Rectangular ............................................................................ 130
Solutions When the Image Contains Noise or Static ................................................................... 131
Solutions When the Image is Fuzzy or Blurry .............................................................................. 131
Solutions When the Image Brightness or Colors are Incorrect .................................................... 132
Solutions When a 3D Image Does Not Display Correctly ............................................................ 133
Solutions to Panel Alignment Problems....................................................................................... 134
Solutions to Sound Problems ...................................................................................................... 134
Solving Projector or Remote Control Operation Problems ............................................................... 135
Solutions to Projector Power or Shut-Off Problems..................................................................... 135
Solutions to Problems with the Remote Control........................................................................... 136
Solutions to Password Problems ................................................................................................. 137
Solutions When Using HDMI Link................................................................................................ 137
Solutions When Wireless Authentication Fails ................................................................................. 137
Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 138

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Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 140
General Projector Specifications ...................................................................................................... 140
Projector Lamp Specifications.......................................................................................................... 141
Remote Control Specifications ......................................................................................................... 142
Projector Dimension Specifications.................................................................................................. 142
Projector Electrical Specifications .................................................................................................... 142
Projector Environmental Specifications............................................................................................ 143
Projector Safety and Approvals Specifications................................................................................. 143
Supported Video Display Formats.................................................................................................... 144
Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 146
Recycling.......................................................................................................................................... 146
Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................ 146
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 147
Restriction of Use ........................................................................................................................ 149
List of Safety Symbols (corresponding to IEC60950-1 A2)............................................................... 150
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 153
Open Source Software License........................................................................................................ 154
Binding Arbitration and Class Waiver ............................................................................................... 203
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 206
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 207
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials................................................... 208
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 208

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PowerLite Home Cinema 3900 User's Guide
Welcome to the PowerLite Home Cinema 3900 User's Guide.
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Introduction to Your Projector
Refer to these sections to learn more about your projector and this manual.
Projector Features
Notations Used in the Documentation
Where to Go for Additional Information
Additional Projector Software and Manuals
Projector Part Locations
Projector Features
The PowerLite Home Cinema 3900 projector includes these special features:
Bright, high-resolution projection system
• Up to 2700 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and 2700 lumens of white brightness (white
light output)
Note: Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending
on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output
measured in accordance with ISO 21118.
• 1080p native resolution
• Images up to 300 inches (7.62 m) for projection on any wall or screen
Full 3D projection
• Active 3D projection with optional RF active shutter glasses
• Supports side-by-side, top-and-bottom, and frame-packing 3D formats
Flexible connectivity
• Two HDMI ports for video device or computer connections
• Support for an optical HDMI connection
• One MHL-compatible HDMI port
Easy-to-use setup and operation features
• Vertical and horizontal lens shift, and vertical keystone correction buttons for flexible projector
placement