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Samsung SP-H500 Owner's Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 O w n e r ' s I n s t r u c t i o n s SP-H700/H710/H500...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preparation Features and Design...4 Caution on Lamp Use and Replacement ...5 Projector and Accessories Front/Upper Side and Accessories ...8 Rear Side and Cables ...10 Remote Control Buttons ...11 Operating the Remote Control...12 Installation and Basic Adjustments Installation and Turning On ...14 Zooming and Focus Adjustment...16 Leveling with Adjustable Feet ...17 Using the Lens Shift Dial...18...
  • Page 3 Menu Option Setting the Language ...52 Setting the Menu Position...53 Setting the Menu Translucency...54 Setting the Menu Display Time...55 Selecting Quick Menu...56 Connecting to PC Before Connecting to PC ...58 Setting up the PC Environment ...59 Connecting to PC...60 Automatic Picture Adjustment ...62 Frequency Adjustment ...63 Fine Tuning with the Phase Adjustment ...64 Zooming the Screen ...65...

  • Page 4: Features And Design

    Features and Design Optical engine adopting advanced DLP technology SP-H700/SP-H710: DLP SP-H500: DLP 5X-speed color wheel designed to reduce digital artifacts 250W Lamp designed to improve luminance Vivid colors Quality picture tuning focused on improving color - this unit aims at realizing color coordinates that meet broadcasting standards on video production.

  • Page 5: Caution On Lamp Use And Replacement

    Caution on Lamp Use and Replacement Projector Lamp The Projector lamp changes in nature depending on time of use and using environment. Refer to the installation and other recommended operational sections of the user’s manual to avoid rapid degradation of performance and deterioration of picture quality.
  • Page 7 Preparation ...8 Projector and Accessories Installation and Basic Adjustments ...14...

  • Page 8: Projector And Accessories

    PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES Front/Upper Side and Accessories Front/Upper Side 1 1 Indicators - TEMP (Red LED) - LAMP (Blue LED) - STAND BY (Blue LED) Refer to page 9 for details. 2 2 Remote Control Signal Receiver 3 3 Focus Ring Used for Focus Adjustment.

  • Page 9: Clearing Indicator Problems

    Indicator Information : Turned On : Flashing TEMP LAMP STANDBY If you press the POWER button on the remote control or projector, the screen appears within 30 seconds. The projector is in normal operating condition. The projector is warming up after POWER button has been pressed. The POWER button is pressed to turn off the projector, and the cooling system is in operation to cool off inside of the projector.

  • Page 10: Rear Side And Cables

    PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES Rear Side and Cables Rear Side 1 1 Remote Control Signal Receiver 2 2 S-VIDEO Input port 3 3 COMPOSITE Input ports Cables Power Cord Connected to the wall outlet ∏. PC Video Cable Connected to the connection port Ø.

  • Page 11: Remote Control Buttons

    PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES Remote Control Buttons Used to turn on the projector. COMP.1 (Pages 24~26) Used to switch to COMPONENT 1 Mode. COMP.2 (Pages 24~26) Used to switch to COMPONENT 2 Mode. S-VIDEO (Pages 23, 26) Used to switch to S-VIDEO Mode. P.SIZE (Page 37) Used to adjust the size of picture screen.

  • Page 12: Operating The Remote Control

    PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES Operating the Remote Control Operating Move/Select Button Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Press on the part of the lid to remove it. Insert two AAA-sized 1.5V batteries by matching +/-. Close the lid. Move Menu Item (Up) Move Menu Item (Down) Setting the Adjustment...
  • Page 13 Allowable range & angle of receiving the remote control signal The remote control is effective within a 30° angle 23~33 ft (7~10m) from the projector. Keep used batteries away from children and dispose of them properly. CAUTION Do not use new and used batteries together. Replace two batteries at the same time.

  • Page 14: Installation And Basic Adjustments

    INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Installation and Turning On To Install the Projector Install the projector so that the projection is perpendicular to the screen. Center the lens to the screen. If the projector is not positioned perpendicular to the NOTE screen, the image may appear trapezoidal.

  • Page 15: Turning On Projector

    Turning On Projector Plug the power cord into the power terminal on the rear side of the projector. Press and push the power switch on the rear side of the projector toward "-". Press the POWER button of the projector or the ON button of the remote control. Screen display comes up in 30 seconds.

  • Page 16: Zooming And Focus Adjustment

    INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Zoom and Focus Adjustment Using the Zoom Knob and the Focus Ring You can adjust the size of image within zoom range by manipulating the Zoom Knob. Focus the picture on the screen using the Focus Ring. Zoom Knob Focus may appear dim if the projector is installed at a shorter than recommended distance.

  • Page 17: Leveling With Adjustable Feet

    INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Leveling with Adjustable Feet Using Adjustable Feet For level placing of the projector, adjust the Adjustable Feet of the projector. Adjustable Feet You may adjust the level of the projector up to 5 degrees. Depending on the position of the projector, Keystone distortion of image may appear. (Page 46) NOTE...

  • Page 18: Using The Lens Shift Dial

    INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Using the Lens Shift Dial Using the Lens Shift Dial Move the picture projected on the screen up and down within the lens range by turning the Lens Shift Dial on the top side of the projector with your fingers. Lens Shift Dial DOWN...

  • Page 19: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Screen Size and Projection Distance Check the following before reading this manual. Install the projector on a flat, even surface and level the projector using the adjustable feet to realize optimal picture quality. If images are not clear, adjust them using the Zoom Knob or Focus Ring, or move the projector forward and backward.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Screen Size and Projection Distance SP-H500 Diagonal Image Size (inch) This projector is designed to show images optimally on a 80 to 150 inch sized screen. NOTE Z : Throw Distance Z' : Distance from Lens Center to Image Bottom...

  • Page 21: Connections And Source Setup

    Connections and Source Setup ...22 Before Connections Connecting to Video Equipment ...23 Setting up the External Input Source ...26 Naming the External Connections ...27...

  • Page 22: Before Connections

    Before Connections Check the followings before connecting the projector to other devices. Check the following Before Connecting 1. Refer to the manual of the device the projector is connected to. The number and position of ports may differ depending on type of devices. 2.

  • Page 23: Connecting To Video Equipment

    CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT Connecting to VCR/Camcorder/Cable Box S-Video Cable Rear Connection Connect COMPOSITE (yellow) input port of the projector to the VIDEO OUT (yellow) port of video equipment using the video cable. If the video equipment has S-VIDEO OUT port, connect it to S-VIDEO input port of the projector. Viewing the picture COMPOSITE S-VIDEO...

  • Page 24: Connecting To Dvd

    CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT Connecting to DVD Connect COMPONENT1 or COMPONENT2 (Y/Pb/Pr) ports of the projector to Component port on the rear side of DVD using Component Cable. Viewing the picture COMP.1 COMP.2 Rear side of Projector COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT Rear Connection Turn on the projector and press the...

  • Page 25: Connecting To The Digital Tv Receiver

    CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT Connecting to the Digital TV Receiver DVI Video Cable Digital TV Receiver (Set-Top Box) Connect antenna cable to antenna signal input terminal of the receiver. Viewing the picture Turn on the projector and press the COMP.1 COMP.1 button to select Component1.

  • Page 26: Setting Up The External Input Source

    Setting up the External Input Source You can select a device connected to the projector to display. One Touch MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the The Input menu is displayed. Press the The Source List menu is displayed.

  • Page 27: Naming The External Connections

    Naming the External Connections You can select and set up the type of device you want to connect to the projector. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5 …/† 3, 4,5 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the The Input menu is displayed.

  • Page 29: Picture Adjustment

    Picture Adjustment ...30 Selecting Picture Mode Custom Settings of the Picture ...31 Changing the Color Standard ...32 Selecting and Adjusting Color Temperature ...33 Gamma Correction ...34 Saving Custom Picture Settings ...35 Setting up DNIe ...36 Selecting Picture Size...37 Screen Position Adjustment ...39 Film Mode ...40 Overscan ...41 Still Picture ...42...

  • Page 30: Selecting Picture Mode

    Selecting Picture Mode One Touch MENU Select 3, 4 …/† 2, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture. The Picture menu is displayed. Press the The Picture Mode is selected. Press the Press the L or M button to move to desired mode, then press the...

  • Page 31: Custom Settings Of The Picture

    Custom Settings of the Picture You can adjust Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color and Tint of the picture as desired. One Touch MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture.

  • Page 32: Changing The Color Standard

    Changing the Color Standard You may adjust the color standard to suit the color standard of the input signal. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4, 5 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture.

  • Page 33: Selecting And Adjusting Color Temperature

    Selecting and Adjusting Color Temperature You can change tint of the entire screen to suit your needs. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture.

  • Page 34: Gamma Correction

    Gamma Correction Gamma is used to improve the picture quality with color balance. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5 …/† 2, 3, 4, 5 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture. The Picture menu is displayed.

  • Page 35: Saving Custom Picture Settings

    Saving Custom Picture Settings Used to save custom picture (Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, Tint, Color Temperature and Gamma) settings. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture.

  • Page 36: Setting Up Dnle

    Setting up DNIe DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) is an image enhancing function developed by Samsung Electronics. It enables users to enjoy brighter, sharper and more dynamic pictures. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button.

  • Page 37: Selecting Picture Size

    Selecting Picture Size One Touch MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture. The Picture menu is displayed. Press the button.
  • Page 38 Supported Picture Sizes O : Supported Modes X : Unsupported Modes Refer to page 58 for display modes supported. NOTE...

  • Page 39: Screen Position Adjustment

    Screen Position Adjustment Adjust the screen position if the edges are not aligned. MENU Select 2, 3 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture. The Picture menu is displayed.

  • Page 40: Film Mode

    Film Mode Supports enhanced screen quality for films of 24 frames. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Picture. The Picture menu is displayed.

  • Page 41: Overscan

    Overscan Used to display raw input signals from 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i HD sources or scale to fit to 1280 x 720 resolution after cutting out certain boundaries using software scaling. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button.

  • Page 42: Still Picture

    Still Picture Used to pause playback to see a still picture. One Touch Press the STILL button. Each press of the button pauses and resumes play back.

  • Page 43: Setup

    Setup ...44 Flipping/Reversal of Projected Image Light Setting ...45 Correcting Vertical Keystone ...46 Test Patterns ...47 Restoring the Factory Default Settings...48 Information ...49...

  • Page 44: Flipping/Reversing The Projected Image

    Flipping/Reversing the Projected Image To support positioning of the projector, horizontal/vertical flipping and picture reversal are available. One Touch MENU Select 3, 4 …/† 2, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 45: Light Setting

    Light Setting Used to set the image brightness by adjusting the amount of light generated by the lamp. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 46: Correcting Vertical Keystone

    Correcting Vertical Keystone Used to compensate image shape when image distortion occurs. One Touch MENU Select 2, 3 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 47: Test Patterns

    Test Patterns Generated by the projector itself. Utilized as installation basis for better installation of the projector. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 48: Restoring The Factory Default Settings

    Restoring the Factory Default Settings Used to restore setting values to factory defaults. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 49: Information

    Information You can check external source signals, picture setup, PC picture adjustment and lamp use time. One Touch MENU Select 2, 3 …/† 2, 3 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.
  • Page 51 Menu Option Setting the Language...52 Setting the Menu Position...53 Setting the Menu Translucency ...54 Setting the Menu Display Time...55 Selecting the Quick Menu ...56...

  • Page 52: Menu Option

    Setting the Language You can select the language used for the menu screen. MENU Select 3, 4 …/† 2, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Menu Option. The Menu Option menu is displayed.

  • Page 53: Setting The Menu Position

    Setting the Menu Position You can move Menu Position to up/down/left/right. MENU Select 2, 3 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Menu Option. The Menu Option menu is displayed.

  • Page 54: Setting The Menu Translucency

    Setting the Menu Translucency You can set the translucency of menu. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Menu Option. The Menu Option menu is displayed.

  • Page 55: Setting The Menu Display Time

    Setting Up the Menu Display Time You can set the display time of the menu. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Menu Option. The Menu Option menu is displayed.

  • Page 56: Selecting Quick Menu

    Selecting the Quick Menu Press the QUICK button. The menu you used previously will appear. One Touch...

  • Page 57: Connecting To Pc

    Connecting to PC ...58 Before Connecting to PC Setting up the PC Environment...59 Connecting to PC ...60 Automatic Picture Adjustment ...62 Frequency Adjustment ...63 Fine Tuning with the Phase Adjustment...64 Zooming the Screen ...65 Reset the PC ...66...

  • Page 58: Before Connecting To Pc

    Before Connecting to PC Check the following before connecting the projector to a PC. Check the following before connecting: Adjust the PC display setting to the resolution and frequency supported by the projector. Refer to the PC user manual (graphic and sound card) when connecting the projector to PC.

  • Page 59: Setting Up The Pc Environment

    Setting up the PC Environment Click the right mouse button on the Windows wallpaper and click on Properties. Display Properties tab will appear. Click on Settings tab and set the Screen resolution by referring to Resolution described in the display mode table supported by this projector.

  • Page 60: Connecting To Pc

    Connecting to PC You can connect a PC to the projector and use it as a monitor. Using PC Video Cable or DVI Cable Connect PC (RGB In) port on the rear side of the projector to the monitor output port of PC using PC video cable.
  • Page 61 Pin Configuration of PC Video Port Plug PC Video Cable (15-pin signal) Pin No. PC Input Red (R) Green (G) Blue (B) Ground Ground (DDC) Red (R) Ground Green (G) Ground Blue (B) Ground Reserved Ground Sync Ground Data (DDC) Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Clock (DDC)

  • Page 62: Automatic Picture Adjustment

    Automatic Picture Adjustment Used to adjust frequency and phase of PC screen automatically. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/† 2, 3 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 63: Frequency Adjustment

    Frequency Adjustment Used to adjust frequency when vertical lines appear on PC screen. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 64: Fine Tuning With The Phase Adjustment

    Fine Tuning with the Phase Adjustment Used to fine tune the PC screen. MENU Select 2, 3, 4 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 65: Zooming The Screen

    Zooming the Screen Used to extend PC screen from the center. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4, 5 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 66: Reset The Pc

    Reset the PC Used to reset PC mode settings to the Factory Default values. MENU Select 2, 3, 4, 5 …/†/œ/√ 2, 3, 4, 5 EXIT Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Press the L or M button to move to Setup. The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before Contacting Service Personnel...68...

  • Page 68: Before Contacting Service Personnel

    Before Contacting Service Personnel If this projector does not operate properly, check the following first. If the problem is continues, contact your dealer. Installation and Connection Symptoms No Power. Image is distorted or trapezoidal. Want to install projector on ceiling. Image is distorted or trapezoidal.
  • Page 69 Screen and External Source Symptoms Cannot see picture Be sure that the power cord of the projector is in place. images. Be sure that the proper input source is selected. Be sure that cable is properly connected to the rear panel of the projector.

  • Page 71: Other Information

    Other Information ...72 Storage and Maintenance Purchasing Optional Parts ...73 Structure of Screen Menu ...74 Lamp Replacement ...77 RS-232C Connection and Control ...78 Specifications ...80 Remote Control Specifications ...81...

  • Page 72: Storage And Maintenance

    Storage and Maintenance Clean and maintain the projector in the following way. Cleaning the Projector and Lens Use a dry soft cloth. Do not use flammable materials such as benzene and thinner. Do not use a wet cloth. It may result in malfunction.

  • Page 73: Purchasing Optional Parts

    Purchasing Optional Parts Information for purchasing accessories or optional parts. Optional Parts DVI-D Cable You can purchase at electronics shops or over the Internet. Video (Composite) Cable S-Video Cable 1.5V AAA Batteries You can purchase at electronics shops or over the Internet. Or you can call your dealer or service center.

  • Page 74: Structure Of Screen Menu

    Structure of Screen Menu You can see the entire structure of screen menu. Buttons used for Screen Menu Open Menu/Exit Menu Select Composite/S-Video/Component Input Mode Input : Component1 √ Source List Edit Name √ Move Enter Return Input Source List Edit Name Picture √...
  • Page 75 Picture Size Position DNIe Film Mode Overscan Setup √ Install : Front-Floor √ Light Setting : Theater √ V-Keystone √ Test Pattern √ Factory Default √ √ Information Move Enter Return Setup Install Light Setting Theater Bright V-Keystone Test Pattern Crosshatch Screen Size Color Standard...
  • Page 76 Structure of Screen Menu Menu Option √ Language : English Menu Position √ √ Menu Translucency : Opaque √ Menu Display Time : 120 Sec Move Enter Return Menu Option Language Menu Position Menu Translucency Menu Display Time (Continued) English / Deutsch / Nederlands / Español / Français / Italiano / Svenska / Português / Opaque / High / Medium / Low 5 / 10 / 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 / Stay On...

  • Page 77: Lamp Replacement

    Lamp Replacement Cautions on Lamp Replacement Projector lamp requires replacement after. Use the recommended lamp when replacing. Lamp specifications are defined in the user’s manual. Replace with the same model provided with the projector. - Lamp Model Name : LAMP-MERCURY-Philips - Lamp Manufacture : Philips Lighting - Lamp Life Time : 2000Hrs...

  • Page 78: Rs-232C Connection And Control

    RS-232C Connection and Control Connecting the Projector to a PC You can connect the Projector to a PC using the RS- 232C (Crossed, Female Type) cable to control the projector. Do not disconnect or connect the RS-232C cable while the Computer or the Projector is operating. It may cause serious damage to the Computer or the Projector.
  • Page 79 Commands e.g.) DISPLAY → CUSTOM CONFIGURATION → Set the CONTRAST to 60 0x08 0x11 0x01 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x01 0xE5 Prameter 1 0x08 0x11 0x02 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x03 0xE2 Prameter 2 0x08 0x11 0x03 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x3C 0xA8 Prameter 3 Command 0x04...

  • Page 80: Specifications

    The DMD Panel used in DLP Projectors consists of several hundred thousand micro mirrors. As with other visual display elements, the DMD Panel may include a few bad pixels. Samsung and the DMD Panel manufacturer have a rigid, bad pixel identification and limitation procedure in place and products will not exceed the maximum number of bad pixels set by our standards.

  • Page 81: Remote Control Specifications

    Remote Control Specifications Function and Transmission Codes Remote Control Signal Format /Data Code LEADER PULSE System Code System Code Data Code (Reverse Data Code) 4.5msec 4.5msec Data /Data (Reverse Data)
  • Page 82 Memo...
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  • Page 84 Europe Only Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.

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