Jeff,there is an UHD set up disc from Spears and Munsil.
As we have by now realised, UHD setup is no where as"easy" as HD.
On their website S&M have notes to partner the disc which make interesting reading.
Their advice is to try to keep the settings, especially contrast, in accordance with the...
I have the Epson model before yours Jeff and don't have any of the problems you complain of.
I would have a close look at your player.When I got the Panny 420,it took image quality to another level.