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Warning Warning: Caution: Caution: Caution: Important Operating Considerations Customer Service If you need assistance, call Dukane Customer Service directly at 1-800-676-2487 Do not place objects in this area on the back of the projector...
INTRODUCTION The Dukane 28A8746 is a projector specifically designed for port- Image Resolution Compatibility Unpacking the Projector anything is missing. 4XL.N 6WDUW Contact your dealer immediately if NOTE: The projector automati- cally expands 640x480 and 800x600 images to 1024x768.
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IGURE Shipping box contents Projector + lens cap Projector case User’s Guide, Quick Start card Remote control with batter- Power cord * * country-dependent Audio/Video (A/V) cable Audio cable Computer cable SCART adapter *...
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zoom ring focus ring power connector security lock speaker adjustable foot leveling foot keypad remote control sensor (IR) IGURE Front view of projector connectors remote control sensor (IR) IGURE Rear view of projector foot release lamp housing IGURE Bottom view of projector...
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Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance http://www.dukcorp.com/av If those sources don't answer your question, call your dealer You can also call Dukane Customer Service directly at: 1-800-676-2487 Warranty This product is backed by a limited 5 year warranty. the details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual.
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 33 ft./ 9.9 ft./ 4.9 ft./ 1.5m NOTE: The projector must be at least 4.9 feet (1.5 m) from the projection screen. IGURE Projected image size...
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NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector and all other equipment is turned off. If you’re connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. S-video Audio in IGURE Connector panel Computer Composite video...
Connecting a Computer computer audio Do you want to play your computer’s audio on the projector? IGURE Connecting the projector to a computer NOTE: Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a sec- ondary display device such as a projector is connected.
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NOTE: The USB mouse is supported for use with Windows 98 or higher only. Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote?
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Connecting a Video Player video audio video audio IGURE Connecting the projector to a VCR using the A/V cable...
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CAUTION: Your video player may also have a “Video Out” connector for a coaxial cable connection. DO NOT use this to connect to the projector. S-video audio IGURE Connecting the projector to a VCR using the S-video cable and A/V cable S-video audio...
Powering up the Projector Power Source/Select Video NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector. NOTE: The first time you connect your computer to the projector, the computer may display a message stating that new hardware was found.
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Source/Select Computer NOTE: With some computers, the order in which you power up the equipment is very important. Menu Most computers should be turned on last, after all other peripherals have been turned on. Refer to your computer’s documentation to determine the correct order.
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NOTE: To maximize lamp life, allow the projector to run for at least five minutes before turning it off. Turning Off the Projector Power Power...
USING THE PROJECTOR Basic Image Adjustment Adjusting the Projector zoom ring focus ring NOTE: To obtain the best overall focus quality, open the menu and focus on the text. This will ensure that the best overall image quality is achieved. IGURE Focus ring and zoom ring...
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leveling foot IGURE Adjusting the height of the projector foot release button...
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Using the Remote Control On/off switch IGURE Remote control...
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Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons Keystone Volume IGURE Keypad and remote buttons Menu Menu Menu Computer and Video Source/Select Computer Video Select Power...
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Volume Volume Arrow buttons (keypad only) or track ball (remote only) Keystone (keypad only) Keystone up Keystone down increasing keystone IGURE Adjusting the keystone Effect (remote only) Effect Select Effect Laser (remote only) Laser decreasing keystone Effect...
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Using the On-Screen Menus Keystone Volume Select Select Menu Basic IGURE On-screen menu Select Select Menu NOTE: Some menu items may be grayed out (dimmed) at certain times. This indicates the item is not applicable to your setup or the item is not enabled until another selection is made.
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NOTE: The color setting applies to video sources only. Basic Menu IGURE Basic menu Contrast Select Brightness Select Color Select Select Select Select...
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NOTE: Sharpness and Tint are only available with a video source. Setup menu IGURE Setup and Picture menus Picture menu Aspect Ratio Select Color Temp Sharpness Application ARLS Tune Width Position Tint: Select...
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System menu Select IGURE System menu Rear SourceSearch Computer Video Hide OSD DPMS enable Power...
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Language menu Select IGURE Language menu Effect menu Select IGURE Effect menu Magnify Freeze Mask Mute PiP: Effect...
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Service menu Factory reset Select Select Info Reset lamptimer Select Service Code IGURE Service menu Select Select...
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NOTE: The higher quality capture you select, the more memory will be used in the capture process. To use less memory, select good or medium as the capture quality. User’s logo menu IGURE User’s logo menu Select Select L Select Select L...
In the unlikely event that the bulb ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated. The lamp module is designed to contain these fragments, but use caution when removing the lamp module. & Replacing the Projection Lamp Dukane dealer. IGURE Removing the screws on the lamp door...
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Inserting the screwdriver into the lamp housing tab IGURE IGURE Removing the lamp housing Power WARNING: Do not drop the lamp module or touch the glass bulb! The glass may shatter and cause injury.
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& Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control IGURE Replacing the batteries in the remote Using the Security Lock Security lock IGURE The security lock...
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Troubleshooting LEDs Problem: The projector is not running Problem: Projector is running, but nothing appears on projec- tion screen...
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& Problem: Only the start-up screen displays Problem: Color or text not being projected Problem: The screen resolution is not right Problem: Image isn’t centered on the screen...
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Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen Problem: Image is out of focus Problem: Projector does not respond to remote control Problem: No sound Problem: Image and menus are reversed left to right Problem: Projected image is distorted Problem: Projected colors don’t match the computer or video player’s colors Problem: Lamp seems to be getting dimmer...
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& Problem: Lamp shuts off Before calling your dealer or Dukane Technical Support for assis- Call Dukane Technical Support at 1-800-676-2487...
APPENDIX Specifications Temperature Operating 41 to 95 Non-operating -4 to 140 Humidity Operating 20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing Non-operating 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 2.48 x 6.06 x 7.83 inches (63 x 154 x 199 mm) Weight 2.4 lbs.
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Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Quick Start card User’s Guide Projector Case Shipping Box (with packaging) Computer Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Audio/Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Power Cord * Remote Projection Lamp Module (included in projector) Lens Cap SCART Adapter *...
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LEGAL INFORMATION FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Dukane LCD projector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of five (5) years from the original purchase date - in normal use and service - against defects in material and workmanship. DUKANE CORPORATION EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.