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Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copy-
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reproduced without written consent of the author.
© Copyright June, 2006
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  • Page 1 Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copy- right laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. © Copyright June, 2006 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2 — ’ — ’ — ’ Important Safety Information Congratulations on purchasing the DLP projector! Important: It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 3 Power Safety Only use the supplied power cord. Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic. Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. Replacing the Lamp Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly.
  • Page 4 — ’ — ’ — ’ Main Features • Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport • Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM • A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents GETTING STARTED ..............................1 ............................... 1 ACKING HECKLIST ................................... 2 CCESSORIES ............................3 IEWS OF ROJECTOR ARTS Front-right View................................3 Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ..................... 4 Rear view ..................................5 Bottom view................................. 6 (DS125/AB110) ........................7 EMOTE ONTROL ARTS...
  • Page 6 — ’ — ’ — ’ SPECIFICATIONS................................. 44 ................................44 PECIFICATIONS Input/output connectors............................. 46 V.S. P ....................... 47 ROJECTION ISTANCE ROJECTION DX130 ..................................47 DX125/DS125 ................................48 AB110 ..................................49 ..............................50 IMING ABLE ..............................52 ROJECTOR IMENSIONS REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ..........................53 FCC W ................................

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    – ’ – ’ – ’ ETTING TARTED Packing Checklist The remote control that ships with the projector depends on the model you purchased. Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: Models: DS125/AB110 Models: DX125/DX130 PROJECTOR EMOTE CONTROL EMOTE CONTROL...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Accessories You can purchase the following accessories from your dealer: UDIO CABLE DVI- R CABLE DVI- -DVI C OMPUTER CABLE IDEO CABLE PN6E0766 AC ADAPTER EPLACEMENT LAMP – 2 – Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 9: Views Of Projector Parts

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Views of Projector Parts Front-right View ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Front IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control Height-adjuster button Push to release height adjuster Height adjuster Adjusts level of projector Lens Adjust focus/zoom on top opening Focus Focuses the projected image...

  • Page 10: Top View-On-Screen Display (Osd) Buttons And Leds

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs KEYS TONE READY AUTO SOURCE M ENU POWER POWER KEYS TONE ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Source/ Detects the input device Left cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Menu Opens and exits the OSD Keystone/...

  • Page 11: Rear View

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Rear view VIDEO S- VIDEO AUDI O D VI- I ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Power Connect the supplied power cord DVI-I Connect the computer cable (supplied) from a computer Video Connect a composite video cable from a video device S-video Connect the S-video cable (supplied) from a video device Audio-in...

  • Page 12: Bottom View

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Bottom view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Ceiling support Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a ceiling. holes Projection lamp Remove when changing lamp cover Caution: For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M4 screws with a maximum screw depth of 6 mm (1/4 inch).

  • Page 13: Remote Control Parts (Ds125/Ab110)

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Remote Control Parts (DS125/AB110) Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluo- rescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path be- tween remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
  • Page 14 — ’ — ’ — ’ ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE IR transmitter Transmits signals to projector Enter Changes settings in the OSD Power Turns the projector on or off Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Right cursor Right arrow when connected through USB to a PC and OSD is Off Volume up Adjusts volume...

  • Page 15: Remote Control Parts (Dx125/Dx130)

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Remote Control Parts (DX125/DX130) Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluo- rescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path be- tween the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
  • Page 16 — ’ — ’ — ’ ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Up arrow when connected through USB to a PC Right Right arrow when connected through USB to a PC Down Down arrow when connected through USB to a PC Page Down Page down when connected through USB to a PC Up cursor Right cursor...

  • Page 17: Remote Control Operating Range

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Note: The remote control can only interface with a computer when connected to the computer through a USB cable connection. The computer cable connects a computer to the projector for display pur- poses only. Remote Control Operating Range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector.

  • Page 18: Remote Control (Dx125/Dx130)

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Remote Control (DX125/DX130) 8/10 KEYS TONE AUTO SOURCE M ENU POWER KEYS TONE Some buttons on the projector have two functions. For example, item 8/10 on the projector functions both as the keystone button and as the up cursor key in OSD menus. –...

  • Page 19: Setup And Operation

    ETUP AND PERATION Inserting the Remote Control Batteries (DS125/AB110) Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied battery with the posi- tive side facing up. Replace the cover. Caution: 1. Only use a 3V lithium battery (CR2025). 2.

  • Page 20: Inserting The Remote Control Batteries (Dx125/Dx130)

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Inserting the Remote Control Batteries (DX125/DX130) Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover.

  • Page 21: Connecting Input Devices

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer as well as video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras.

  • Page 22: Starting And Shutting Down The Projector

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Starting and Shutting down the Projector Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. The POWER and READY LEDs on the projector turn on. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the Ready LED is on a steady (not flashing) orange and then press the Power button to turn on the projector.
  • Page 23 – ’ – ’ – ’ To turn off the projector, press the Power button. The projector prepares for shut- down and a “Wait a moment please…” message appears. When the “Power Off?/Press Power again” message appears, press the Power button. The projector turns off.

  • Page 24: Setting An Access Password (Security Lock)

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) You can use the four cursor (arrow) buttons to set a password and prevent unauthorized use of the projector. When enabled, the password must be entered after you power on the projector. (See “Navigating the OSD”...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Projector Level

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Adjusting the Projector Level Take note of the following when setting up the projector: • The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. • Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. •...

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Zoom, Focus And Keystone

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone Use the Image-focus con- trol (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image Use the Image-zoom con- trol (on the projector only) to resize the projected im- age and screen size Use the Keystone buttons KEYS TONE...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Volume

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Adjusting the Volume Press the Volume +/- but- tons on the remote control. The volume control ap- pears on the display. (DS125/AB110) Use the Volume +/- but- tons to adjust the level. (DX125/DX130) Press the Mute button to turn off the volume.

  • Page 28: On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu Settings

    (OSD) M CREEN ISPLAY ETTINGS OSD Menu Controls The projector has an OSD that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control cursor buttons or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD.
  • Page 29 – ’ – ’ – ’ 1. To open the OSD, press the Menu button. 2. There are six menus. Press the cursor but- ton to move through the menus. 3. Press the cursor button to move up and down in a menu. 4.

  • Page 30: Setting The Osd Language

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Setting the OSD Language You may want to reference the OSD on your projector while reading this section. Set the OSD lan- guage to your preference before continuing. (The default language is English.) 1. Press the Menu button. The Main menu appears. 2.

  • Page 31: Main Menu

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Main Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Main button to move up and down in the Main menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.

  • Page 32: Main Menu Functions Available For Connected Source

    — ’ — ’ — ’ ESCRIPTION EFAULT Reset Resets all Main settings to default values — Main Menu Functions Available for Connected Source Function/Source Component Video Composite Video S-video Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Temp Color Saturation Color Tint Gamma Color Space Reset O = User adjustable...

  • Page 33: Setup Menu

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Setup Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Setup button to move up and down in the Setup menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.

  • Page 34: Advance Feature

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Function/Source Component Video Composite Video S-video Keystone correction Aspect Ratio Advance Feature Reset O = User adjustable Advance Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Setup menu. Press move to the Advance Feature menu and then press Enter or .
  • Page 35 – ’ – ’ – ’ ESCRIPTION EFAULT Logo Press to enable or disable if the logo displays when the Display projector starts, and when no source is detected. (Range: On – Off) Fan Speed Press the cursor button to toggle between Normal and Normal High fan speeds.

  • Page 36: User Color

    — ’ — ’ — ’ User Color Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Setup menu. Press move to the Advance Feature menu and then press Enter or to move to the User .

  • Page 37: Config Menu

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Config Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Config button to move up and down in the Config menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.

  • Page 38: Utility Menu

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Utility Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Utility button to move up and down in the Utility menu. Press menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or to confirm the new setting.

  • Page 39: Utility Menu Functions Available For Connected Source

    – ’ – ’ – ’ ESCRIPTION EFAULT Digital Zoom Digital operation for zoom and pan adjustment. Press En- — ter or . The Zoom menu appears. Press to zoom in; press to zoom out. Press Enter or to open the Pan menu. (You must zoom in before you can open the Pan menu.) Use the cursor buttons to pan the zoomed image.

  • Page 40: Language Menu

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Language Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Lan- guage menu. Press the cursor button to move up and down in the Language menu. Press Enter to confirm the new setting.

  • Page 41: Status Menu

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Status Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Status button to move up and down in the Status menu. menu. Press the cursor ESCRIPTION EFAULT Video...

  • Page 42: Maintenance And Security

    AINTENANCE AND ECURITY Replacing the Projection Lamp The projection lamp should be replaced when it burns out. It should only be replaced with a certified replacement part, which you can order from your local dealer. Important: 1. The lamp contains a certain amount of mercury and should be disposed of according to local or- dinance regulations.
  • Page 43 – ’ – ’ – ’ Remove the two screws from the lamp module (A). Lift the module handle up (B). Pull firmly on the module han- dle to remove the lamp module. Reverse steps 1 to 5 to install the new lamp module.

  • Page 44: Resetting The Lamp

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Status menu.

  • Page 45: Cleaning The Lens

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Cleaning the Lens You can purchase optic lens cleaner from most camera stores. Refer to the following to clean the pro- jector lens. 1. Apply a little optic lens cleaner to a clean soft cloth. (Do not apply the cleaner directly to the lens.) 2.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING Common problems and solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose con- nection.

  • Page 47: Led Error Messages

    – ’ – ’ – ’ LED Error Messages TATUS ESCRIPTION NUMBER OF FLASHES Ready Flashing Lamp not ready—do not press the power button Burner Fan error Ballast Fan error Lamp Fan error Power Fan error Power System task created error System overheating System interface error Lamp error...

  • Page 48: Lamp Problems

    — ’ — ’ — ’ 2. To ensure the problem is not caused by a connected PC’s video card, connect to another computer. Problem: The image is flat with no contrast Adjust the Contrast setting on the Main menu of the OSD. Problem: The color of the projected image does not match the source image.

  • Page 49: Having The Projector Serviced

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Having the Projector Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the projector serviced. Pack the projector in the original carton. Include a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem: The information may be useful to service personnel.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS Specifications TI DMD 0.7-inch x 1, 12 degrees, DDR DLP DX130 w/DDP2000 TI DMD 0.55-inch x 1, 12 degrees, DDR DLP w/DDP2000 DX125 Display type TI DMD 0.55-inch x 1, 12 degrees, DDR DLP w/DDP2000 DS125 TI DMD 0.53-inch x 1, 12 degrees, DDR DLP w/DDP2000 AB110 DX130 XGA 1024 x 768...
  • Page 51 – ’ – ’ – ’ DX130 DX125 Projection lens Manual Zoom and Focus DS125 AB110 DX130 DX125 Zoom ratio 1.16:1 DS125 AB110 Keystone correction DX130 +/- 15° DX125 DS125 Projection methods Desktop front/rear; Ceiling front/rear AB110 Up to 110MHz DX130 RGB Digital DX125...

  • Page 52: Input/Output Connectors

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Input/output connectors DVI-I Video Composite video (RCAx1) S-video (Mini-DIN) Audio Mini-jack Security Kensington slot – 46 – Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 53: Projection Distance V.s. Projection Size

    – ’ – ’ – ’ Projection Distance V.S. Projection Size L Projection Distance DX130 Max. Screen Size Max. Screen Size (Wide) (Tele) Projection Width Height Width Height Diagonal Diagonal Distance L 1.00 m 0.69 m 0.56 m 0.42 m 0.60 m 0.48 m 0.36 m...

  • Page 54: Dx125/Ds125

    — ’ — ’ — ’ DX125/DS125 Max. Screen Size Max. Screen Size 1.94 2.27 (Wide) (Tele) Projection Width Height Width Height Diagonal Diagonal Distance L 1.00 m 0.64 m 0.52 m 0.39 m 0.55 m 0.44 m 0.33 m 3.28 ' 25.37 '' 20.29 ''...

  • Page 55: Ab110

    – ’ – ’ – ’ AB110 Max. Screen Size Max. Screen Size 1.94 2.27 (Wide) (Tele) Projection Width Height Width Height Diagonal Diagonal Distance L 1.00 m 0.59 m 0.52 m 0.29 m 0.51 m 0.44 m 0.25 m 3.28 ' 23.28 '' 20.29 ''...

  • Page 56: Timing Mode Table

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Timing Mode Table The projector can display several resolutions. The following table outlines the resolutions that can be displayed by the projector. Frequency Refresh Signal Resolution Video Digital Analog H. (KHz) Rate (Hz) Video Source Ο...
  • Page 57 – ’ – ’ – ’ Frequency Refresh Signal Resolution Video Digital Analog H. (KHz) Rate (Hz) － － Ο 1280 x 1024 79.98 75.0 Ο － － 1400 x 1050 65.3 Ο － － 1400 x 1050 64.7 Ο Ο...

  • Page 58: Projector Dimensions

    — ’ — ’ — ’ Projector Dimensions 25.9cm (10.2 inches) – 52 – Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 59: Regulatory Compliance

    EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur- suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.

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