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QUICK SET-UP
The following steps will quickly lead you through set-up and adjustments.
The sequence numbers refer to the drawing on the rear of the quick set-up.
For details, please consult the following chapters.
SETTING UP
POWER OFF (1)
Switch off all equipment before
connecting.
COMPUTER (2)
Connect the computer to the
COMPUTER input using the GA
(Graphics Adapter) cable and
applicable computer and monitor
adapters if needed.
SOUND (3)
Connect sound from the computer
using a standard 3.5 mm stereo
jack line cable (not supplied).
MOUSE (4)
Connect the mouse cable to the
MOUSE connector of the projector.
Use an applicable mouse adapter
at the computer end.
MAINS (5)
Connect the power cords to the
various equipment.
POWER ON (6)
First switch on the projector, then
the source equipment to facilitate
correct recognition of the projector
as a peripheral unit to the
computer.
USE
ZOOM , FOCUS AND POSITION
Zoom the lens for desired image size,
focus the lens for an optically sharp
image and tilt the unit using the
integral adjustable feet to position the
image on screen.
RESET
Press RESET to automatically adjust
for position, width and stability.
RESET is automatically invoked when
a new source is connected.
CONTRAST AND BRIGHTNESS
Adjust CONTRAST and
BRIGHTNESS as preferred.
ENGLISH
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- Page 1 QUICK SET-UP The following steps will quickly lead you through set-up and adjustments. The sequence numbers refer to the drawing on the rear of the quick set-up. For details, please consult the following chapters. SETTING UP POWER OFF (1) Switch off all equipment before connecting.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION ... 5 2 SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS... 6 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... 7 4 MAIN FEATURES ... 10 5 SUPPLIED MATERIAL... 11 5.1 STANDARD MATERIAL... 11 5.2 OPTIONAL MATERIAL ... 11 6 MAKING THE CONNECTIONS... 12 7 IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS... - Page 4 USER GUIDE 13.2 LAMP REPLACEMENT... 36 13.3 THE REMOTE CONTROL... 38 14 TECHNICAL DATA... 39 14.1 GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITS ... 39 14.2 PROJECTOR UNIT ... 40 14.3 POWER SUPPLY ... 40 14.4 REMOTE CONTROL... 41 14.5 COMPATIBILITY ... 41 14.6 PROJECTION DISTANCES... 42 15 CONNECTORS ...
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Page 5: Introduction
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this state of the art SVGA full color projector! For long and lasting, safe and secure operation, please read this user guide, and follow the instructions given. Failing to do so may cause product failure that could void any warranties given, and in some cases be harmful and dangerous to people. -
Page 6: Symbol Descriptions
USER GUIDE SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS DANGEROUS VOLTAGE This symbol indicates the presence of high voltages inside the product. High voltages may constitute electric shock and may be lethal. WARNING This symbol alerts the user of important operating, maintenance (servicing) and safety-related instructions. This symbol indicates hot surfaces. -
Page 7: Safety Instructions
USER GUIDE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following list of instructions is provided to ensure safe and risk free use and operation of the projector. Failing to read and follow these instructions may void any warranties and may also cause personal injury and material damage. - Page 8 USER GUIDE projector to a switched mains power supply, and switch off when not in use, for maximum protection against fire. Switching off using the remote control only puts the projector in a standby (sleep) mode with live internal voltages. 10.
- Page 9 USER GUIDE 17. CLEANING - The projector should be cleaned only as recommended, see the Maintenance section. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid, spray or aerosol cleaners. 18. NON-USE PERIODS - The power cord of the projector should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
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Page 10: Main Features
USER GUIDE MAIN FEATURES The unit employs the following important features that in total provide you with a highly functional and powerful projector: High brightness image Compact, light and portable Automatic adjustments/set-up User replaceable Metal Halide lamp True SVGA 800 x 600 resolution 640 x 480 to 1152 x 870 image compatibility 16.7 million colors Stereo sound... -
Page 11: Supplied Material
USER GUIDE SUPPLIED MATERIAL STANDARD MATERIAL A complete set includes the following components : 1. LCD Projector 2. GA Cable (Graphics Adapter) 3. MAC computer adapter 4. MAC monitor adapter 5. Mouse Cable 6. Mouse Adapter PS/2 OPTIONAL MATERIAL Optional cables, adapters and accessories are available. Consult your dealer for further information. -
Page 12: Making The Connections
USER GUIDE MAKING THE CONNECTIONS The projector may be connected to different equipment. The following sections describe in detail how to connect to these systems. See the illustration on the rear of the quick set-up card on how the various system parts connect together. - Page 13 USER GUIDE 3. SOUND. The GA cable has a sound input branch at the projector end. Connect sound from the computer using a standard 3.5 mm stereo jack line cable (not supplied). 4. MOUSE. To enable mouse control from the remote control, a connection is made using a mouse cable and various adapters.
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Page 14: Image Adjustments
USER GUIDE IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS This section will aid in adjusting a stable, flicker-free image for best viewing results. Use the remote control or the projector keypad to adjust settings, either directly or through the menu system. The following list aids in a trouble free set-up of the projector. Try using a patterned background (tiles, checkerboard pattern etc) when adjusting the image. - Page 15 USER GUIDE scale a higher resolution image, you may choose to PAN around instead in order to view parts of the image. 4. CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS may be adjusted according to your personal taste, the image and the viewing conditions. The controls are directly accessible on the remote control and on the projector keyboard.
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Page 16: Using The Projector
USER GUIDE USING THE PROJECTOR The projector has a set of features and functions you should familiarize with in order to get the most out of using the unit. Further information is provided in the Advanced Features section. REMOTE CONTROL The remote control is used to adjust the projector for the best possible image, either directly or through the menu system. - Page 17 USER GUIDE In the menu system, the trackball is used for navigation between the different alternatives, and when a function is selected, the trackball is used for adjustment of that function. The following table describes each key in detail. Some functions are memorized, while other functions are only momentary.
- Page 18 USER GUIDE FUNCTION is invoked, mouse control is disabled, as the trackball is used to control these functions instead. Trackball sensitivity, except for the mouse, is set under OPTIONS in the menu system. Mouse sensitivity is set at your computer as with the standard mouse. RIGHT Emulates the right mouse key.
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Page 19: Projector Keyboard
USER GUIDE PROJECTOR KEYBOARD The keypad on the projector gives access to all controls, either directly or through the menu system. FUNCTION CONTRAST Contrast is the ratio between light and dark colors. BRIGHT Brightness (whiteness) of the image can be altered to suit local lighting conditions. - Page 20 USER GUIDE INDICATOR FUNCTION ON/OFF NO LIGHT indicates that the unit is completely switched off by the mains switch GREEN indicates that the unit is operational YELLOW indicates that the unit is in standby mode (switched off using the remote control or the keypad) DPMS GREEN/YELLOW FLASHING FAST indicates that modes...
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Page 21: The Menu System
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR THE MENU SYSTEM The menu system is designed to gain access to functions not often used, as opposed to frequently used features that are directly available through the remote control and the projector keypad. Press the MENU key to invoke or exit from the menu system. When the menu is active, the trackball is used to navigate between options (and therefore is not available for mouse control etc. -
Page 22: The Set-Up Menu Selections
USER GUIDE 8.3.1 THE SET-UP MENU SELECTIONS TUNE is used to stabilize the image. An untuned image can be seen as sideways instability or “ swimming” . FREQUENCY is provided to adjust image width. Generally, an incorrect frequency setting can be observed as an image too wide or too narrow, combined with vertical, unstable bands. -
Page 23: The Options Selections
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR 8.3.3 THE OPTIONS SELECTIONS HIDE OSD switches the on-screen echoing of controls on and off. This setting only affects the direct control operations, not the menu system. This setting is not memorized. SOURCE SEARCH is a toggle function that controls whether the projector shall automatically search for an active source or not. -
Page 24: The Help Selections
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR 8.3.4 THE HELP SELECTIONS SOURCE INFO provides a status list of parameters relating to the source selected. ABOUT provides system information about the projector. -
Page 25: Ceiling Mounting
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR CEILING MOUNTING The projector is prepared for ceiling mounting. As opposed to desktop use (most tables are approx. 80 cm tall, are flat and have a hard surface finish), ceilings vary in height and material. Also considerations must be made with respect to signal and power wiring. -
Page 26: Mounting In The Ceiling
USER GUIDE MOUNTING IN THE CEILING An improperly mounted projector is a potential danger to people and equipment. A projector and mount falling down may cause personal injury and material damage. Such damage caused by bad workmanship in mounting and operation may lead to legal action and should be avoided. -
Page 27: Your Projector In Detail
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR 10 YOUR PROJECTOR IN DETAIL The projector is designed from the ground up to be a compact, durable, bright and versatile device that is suitable for use in various indoors projection applications. International mandatory regulations are employed, including the rigorous European CE and American UL and FCC standards that cover safety and radio interference issues. -
Page 28: Slb - Small, Light And Bright
USER GUIDE 10.1 SLB - SMALL, LIGHT AND BRIGHT The projector was designed to be the ultimate portable projector. The advanced, miniaturized optical design and the use of a relatively low power, high efficiency illumination system combined with optimalized electronics has yielded a very compact, lightweight projector. 10.2 AUTOMATIC SETUP The projector always seeks to adjust the projected image automatically. -
Page 29: Trackball Remote Control
USER GUIDE distribution. The white light is then split by dichroic mirrors in three rays of the primary colors red, green and blue. These beams are then directed to one each of the three LCD valves. Depending on the control of these three LCDs, where each primary component of the image is separated, light is let through or blocked. -
Page 30: Cooling System
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR The memory can store up to 40 different sources and mode characteristics. Some sources are predefined, while the remaining are available for customer set-up. See the compatibility list in the Technical Data section. New sources are added to the memory only if the sync pattern differs significantly from a previous selection. -
Page 31: Applications
USER GUIDE 11 APPLICATIONS The projector is perfectly suited for a variety of different applications including portable use, work groups, teaching, training, home theatres, control rooms, product promotion, shows, simulators and more… 11.1 PORTABLE USE The projector is designed with portability in mind for the nomadic user. The footprint is small and the weight is low. -
Page 32: Training
USER GUIDE 11.4 TRAINING The projector is ideally suited for company training in various areas such as products, software, organisational and staff continued education. It is practical for this purpose to have a dedicated training room with good facilities for each individual in order to secure the attention of each person during the training session. -
Page 33: Trade Shows
USER GUIDE 11.7 TRADE SHOWS Many companies attend various trade shows throughout the year. In these situations, the key issue is to attract the attention of a large, continuously moving public. One or more units projecting your company message will help steering the crowd to your business. -
Page 34: Trouble-Shooting
USER GUIDE 12 TROUBLE-SHOOTING This is a checklist to help you pinpoint any problem that may arise. Check the symptoms carefully if you experience any problem. The cure may be at your fingertips! Always check that the ON/OFF indicator on the projector flashes when a key on the remote control is pressed. - Page 35 USER GUIDE SYMPTOM SOLUTION The whole image appears to be unstable or misplaced Cooling fan is not working The remote control is not working The desktop mouse is not working If the image is scaled, press SCALE to return to the default mode.
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Page 36: Maintenance
USER GUIDE 13 MAINTENANCE The projector needs very little maintenance in order to function properly. 13.1 GENERAL Use a damp cloth to wipe off dust on the exterior. Clean the lens with a damp, non-abrasive cloth, using just water or a standard lens cleaning solution available from photographic dealers. - Page 37 USER GUIDE To change lamp, unscrew the lamp lid. A safety switch will cut off the power supply to the lamp completely. Unscrew the lamp holder, fold out the handle and pull out the old lamp holder. Insert a new lamp. Push the lamp holder all the way until it positively stops and mount the screw.
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Page 38: The Remote Control
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR 13.3 THE REMOTE CONTROL The infrared remote control requires little maintenance. The trackball element may be cleaned occasionally with a damp (not wet) cloth. To take out the ball, twist the ring holding the ball anti-clockwise. Having taken out the ball, you may also clean the trackball interior using a damp (not wet) cotton swab. -
Page 39: Technical Data
USER GUIDE 14 TECHNICAL DATA The technical data given in this section was correct at the time of going to print, but may change without prior notice in order to improve product performance. This projector is designed for indoor use and should not be operated or stored in conditions outside the general environmental limits given in section below, as this may lead to permanent damage and will violate any warranties. -
Page 40: Projector Unit
USER GUIDE 14.2 PROJECTOR UNIT PROJECTOR DIMENSIONS (H x W x L) PROJECTOR WEIGHT PROJECTION LENS IMAGE SIZE PROJECTION DISTANCE ANTI-KEYSTONE CORRECTION PROJECTION LAMP LIGHT OUTPUT CELL COLOR RESOLUTION CONTRAST RATIO PIXEL RESOLUTION DEFECTIVE PIXELS VIDEO FREQUENCY HORIZONTAL SYNC VERTICAL SYNC COMPUTER INPUT AUDIO INPUT SPEAKERS... -
Page 41: Remote Control
USER GUIDE 14.4 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SIZE (H x W x L) UNIT WEIGHT BATTERIES FUNCTIONAL RANGE COMPATIBILITY APPROVALS 14.5 COMPATIBILITY The projector is compatible with the interfaces and resolutions shown below, some of which are predefined. However since different varieties of these exist, a frequency adjustment may be needed. -
Page 42: Projection Distances
USER GUIDE 14.6 PROJECTION DISTANCES The following table shows the combinations of projection distances and screen sizes that are possible. MINIMUM WIDE DISTANCE 1.00m/ 39” DIAGONAL 0.80m/ 31” WIDTH 0.64m/ 25” HEIGHT 0.48m/ 18” TELE 1.00m/ 39” DISTANCE 0.60m/ 24” DIAGONAL 0.48m/ 19”... -
Page 43: Connectors
USER GUIDE 15 CONNECTORS The connector ports for the source equipment on the projector are located on the right hand-side (when facing) of the unit. The pinouts of all the connector ports is described in this section. Do not connect any devices or cables other than those supplied with the projector into the connector ports on the projector unit, even if the connector ports appear identical, as this voids any warranty and may cause permanent... -
Page 44: Mouse
USER GUIDE 15.2 MOUSE This port is used to relay mouse signals from the projector to the computer. 15.3 LINE OUT This connector is used for stereo sound output. MAC ADB 8 PIN MINIDIN PS/2 CLOCK FEMALE PS/2 DATA (FRONT VIEW) RS232 TXD 3.5 mm JACK... -
Page 45: Environmental Handling
USER GUIDE SVGA LCD PROJECTOR 16 ENVIRONMENTAL HANDLING Care has been taken in the manufacture of this projector so that environmental stress and pollution has been minimized. No CFCs are used during the manufacture of the unit. Where possible, recyclable materials have been used to minimize the environmental impact. -
Page 46: Fcc Statement
USER GUIDE 17 FCC STATEMENT This equipment complies with the limits for a Class A computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class A limits may be attached to a computer that complies with Class A limits.