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SP-A8000
DLP Projector
Owner's Instructions
The color and the appearance of the product may differ
from the illustrations in this manual. The specifications are
subject to change without prior notice to improve
performance.

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  • Page 1 SP-A8000 DLP Projector Owner’s Instructions The color and the appearance of the product may differ from the illustrations in this manual. The specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve performance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RS232C Command Table ........5-2 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE ......5-3 Correct Disposal - Europe only .

  • Page 3: Major Safety Precautions

    Copyright © 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The copyright of this manual is reserved by Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.

  • Page 4: Care And Maintenance

    The appearance and the color may differ depending on the model. Cleaning Inside the Projector For cleaning the interior of the projector, contact an authorized Samsung Service Center. • Contact a Service Center if dust or other substances are inside the projector.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME Warning Caution Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Power Related The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries. The appearance and the color may differ depending on models. Warning Plug the power plug in firmly.
  • Page 6 Caution When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold the power plug by the plug and not by the cord. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Unplug the power plug before cleaning the product.
  • Page 7 Caution Take care not to block the vent with a table cloth or curtain. • Doing otherwise may result in fire due to internal overheating. When putting the product down, place it gently. • Failing to do so may result in a problem with the product or injury.
  • Page 8 Caution If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact a service center. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. If the power plug pin or jack is exposed to dust, water or alien substances, clean it thoroughly.
  • Page 9 To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the vents or lamp cover while operating or right after turning off the product. Do not open any cover on the product. • This would prove hazardous because of high-voltage current inside the product.

  • Page 10: Installation And Connection

    Installation and Connection Package Contents • Unpack the product and check if all of the contents listed below have been included. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the product at a later date. • If any items are missing, contact your dealer. •...
  • Page 11 SOLD SEPARATELY HDMI to DVI Cable HDMI Cable D-Sub Cable VIDEO Cable Component Cable A ceiling mount is not included and must be purchased separately. Use the included screws to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Installation and Connection...

  • Page 12: Installing The Projector

    Installing the Projector Install the projector so that the beam from the projector is perpendicular to the screen. • Place the projector so that the lens aims at the center of the screen. If the screen is not vertical, the picture on the screen may not appear rectangular.

  • Page 13: Leveling With Adjustable Feet

    Leveling with Adjustable Feet • You may adjust the level of the projector up to 3 degrees. • Depending on the position of the projector, Keystone distortion of the image may occur. Installation and Connection To level the projector, turn the projector's adjustable feet.

  • Page 14: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Zoom and Focus Adjustment If you install your projector at a location beyond the projection distances specified for the projector, you will not be able to adjust the focus correctly. For specified projection distances, refer to Screen Size and Projection Distance in this manual. Zoom Knob You can adjust the size of the image within the zoom range by manipulating the Zoom Knob.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Lens Position Moving Dial

    Adjusting the Lens Position Moving Dial Move the picture projected on the screen up and down within the lens range by turning the Lens Shift Dial on the bottom side of the projector with your fingers. Installation and Connection...

  • Page 16: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Screen Size and Projection Distance Install the projector on a flat, even surface, and then level the projector using the adjustable feet to obtain optimal picture quality. If images are not clear, adjust them using the Zoom Knob or Focus Ring, or move the projector forward and backward. A.
  • Page 17 SCREEN SIZE M (DIAGONAL) X (HORIZONTAL) INCHES INCHES 635.0 217.9 762.0 261.5 This projector is designed to show images optimally on a 100 ~ 120 inch sized screen. Installation and Connection Y (VERTICAL) Z (TELE) INCHES INCHES 553.5 122.6 311.3 488.1 664.1 147.1...

  • Page 18: Lamp Replacement

    Lamp Replacement Cautions on Lamp Replacement • The projector lamp is an expendable item. For best operating performance, replace the lamp according to the usage time. You can view the lamp usage time in the Information Display • Use the recommended lamp when replacing. Replace with the same model provided with the projector. - Lamp Model Name : LAMP-MERCURY-Philips •...
  • Page 19 3. Open the cover by holding down and pulling 4. Remove the screws , and then hold and open to remove the lamp door. 5. Remove the screws from the lamp assembly as shown in the figure. 6. As shown in the figure, lift up the lamp handles by holding them and pull the lamp. 7.

  • Page 20: Supported Display Modes

    Supported Display Modes 2-8-1. PC Timing (D-Sub/HDMI) FORMAT RESOLUTION 640 x 350 720 x 400 VESA DMT 640 x 480 640 x 480 VESA GTF 640 x 480 VESA DMT 640 x 480 VESA DMT 640 x 480 VESA CVT 720 x 576 VESA DMT 800 x 600...
  • Page 21 FORMAT RESOLUTION VESA GTF 1280 x 960 VESA CVT 1280 x 960 VESA DMT 1280 x 1024 VESA GTF 1280 x 1024 VESA GTF 1280 x 1024 VESA DMT 1280 x 1024 VESA DMT 1440 x 900 VESA DMT 1440 x 900 VESA DMT 1600 x 1200 VESA DMT...
  • Page 22 2-8-3. AV Timing(HDMI) SPECIFICATIONS RESOLUTION EIA-861 640 x 480 EIA-861 640 x 480 EIA-861 720 x 480 EIA-861 720 x 480 EIA-861 1280 x 720 EIA-861 1280 x 720 EIA-861 1920 x 1080 EIA-861 1920 x 1080 EIA-861 720 x 576 EIA-861 1280 x 720 EIA-861...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Power

    Connecting the Power - Plug the power cord into the power terminal on the rear side of the projector. Installation and Connection...

  • Page 24: Connecting A Dvd Player/Cable Box/Satellite Box To Hdmi/Dvi

    2-10 Connecting a DVD player/Cable Box/Satellite Box to HDMI/DVI Make sure that your projector and DVD player/Cable box/Satellite box are turned off and unplugged. 1. Connecting using an HDMI/DVI cable - Connect the [HDMI IN 1 (DVI)] terminal on the back of the projector and the DVI output terminal of the DVD player/Cable/ Satellite box using a HDMI/DVI cable.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Dvd Player/Cable Box/Satellite Box Via Component

    2-11 Connecting a DVD player/Cable Box/Satellite Box via Component Make sure that your projector and DVD player/Cable box/Satellite box are turned off and unplugged. 1. Connect the [COMPONENT IN 1 (Y/P Component port at the back of the DVD player/Cable/Satellite box with the Component cable. 2.

  • Page 26: Connecting To Vcr/Camcorder

    2-12 Connecting to VCR/Camcorder Make sure that your projector and VCR or camcorder are turned off and unplugged. 1. Connect [VIDEO IN] input port of the projector to the VIDEO (yellow) OUT port of the video equipment using the video cable. 2.

  • Page 27: Connecting With A Pc And Setting Up The Pc

    2-13 Connecting with a PC and Setting up the PC 2-13-1. Setting up the PC Environment Check the following items before connecting your PC to your projector. 1. Click the right mouse button on the Windows desktop, and then click [Properties]. The <Display Properties>...

  • Page 28: Connecting With A Pc

    5. Click the [OK] button to close the window, and then click the [OK] button on the <Display Properties> window to close that window. 6. Shut down the PC and connect it to the projector. • The setup process might vary depending on your type of computer or version of Windows. (For example, [Properties] appears instead of [Properties (R)] as shown in 1.) •...

  • Page 29: The 3D Ir Emitters

    2-14 The 3D IR Emitters Your projector comes with a built-in 3D emitter, which is located on the front of the projector, and an external 3D emitter, which you can connect to the back of the projector. Both 3D emitters emit a 3D synchronization signal that synchronizes the refresh rate of the image displayed by the projector with the shutter rate of the required 3D glasses, creating the 3D effect.
  • Page 30 The range of the 3D function may differ slightly depending on the projector size, projection distance, and viewing angle. • Make sure to use only 3D glasses authorized and supplied by Samsung Electronics. 2-14-2. Connecting the External 3D IR Emitter to the Projector Make sure that your projector is turned off.

  • Page 31: Installation Procedure

    2. Installation Procedure To install the external 3D IR emitter on the ceiling, follow these steps: 1. Make holes in the ceiling, matched to the screw holes in the emitter holder 4. Insert the external emitter into the emitter holder .

  • Page 32: Using

    Using Product Features 1. Optical engine with advanced DLP technology • Full 1920x1080 HD panel. • 6 segment color wheel to implement optimal colors. • 300W Lamp designed to improve luminance 2. Vivid colors • Quality picture tuning focused on improving color. Your projector provides near broadcast quality color for vivid, life-like displays.

  • Page 33: Front, Upper

    Front, Upper ICON NAME Indicators Focus Ring 3D signal emitter Lens Position Moving Dial Lens Remote Control Signal Receiver Adjustable Feet Zoom Knob POWER button SOURCE button MENU button Move / Select The buttons on the top of the projector are touch buttons. Touch them lightly with your fingers to use them.

  • Page 34: Rear Side

    Rear Side ICON PC IN Input port COMPONENT IN 1 / COMPONENT IN 2 ports Remote Control Signal Receiver 3D SYNC OUT (connects to an external emitter) Power Input port RS232C port SERVICE port AUDIO OUT port VIDEO IN port AUDIO IN (L-AUDIO-R) port HDMI IN 1 (DVI) / HDMI IN 2 port NAME...

  • Page 35: Remote Control

    Remote Control Using your projector with another remote control device nearby may result in improper functioning due to remote control code (frequency) interference. ) Button ON ( Used to turn on the projector. COMP1 Button Used to switch to COMPONENT1 Mode.

  • Page 36: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Insert two AA size batteries. 3. Close the cover. Using...

  • Page 37: Led Indications

    LED Indications LED Indications :Light is On :Light is Blinking :Light is Off STAND BY LAMP Using TEMP 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. This state appears when the projector is preparing an operation after the POWER button on the projector or the remote control has been pressed.

  • Page 38: Clearing Indicator Problems

    This noise does not affect product performance and is part of normal operation. MEASURES If the symptom remains even after you disconnect and then reconnect the power cord and turn the projector on again, contact a Samsung service center. Confirm that the screws in the projector lamp cover are tightly fastened. If they are, contact your dealer or service center.

  • Page 39: Using The Screen Adjustment Menu (Osd: On Screen Display)

    Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure To access the Menu, press the MENU button on the product or on the remote. To move in the menu, press the arrow buttons. Menu selections with an arrow on the far right have sub-menus.
  • Page 40 MENU Enjoy dynamic 3D images by using Samsung 3D glasses. Be sure to read "3-7 Read Before Watch- ing 3D Picture" thoroughly before you watch 3D picture. • If there is any obstacle between the emitter and 3D Active Glasses, the proper 3D effect may not be obtained.
  • Page 41 MENU • <3D View Point> : The overall adjustment of 3D perspective. This function is deactivated when <3D Mode> is set to • <Depth> : Specify the level of 3D effect for converting a 2D video to 3D. Range: 1–10 levels This function is only activated when the <3D Mode>...
  • Page 42 MENU Mode Select a screen mode to match the environment, the kind of images you are projecting, or select a customized mode you have created based on your requirements. • <Vivid> : Select this mode for a more vivid picture. •...
  • Page 43 MENU • <Coarse> / <Fine> : Removes or reduces picture noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning Screen alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (<Coarse>) and Finetune again. After the noise has been reduced, readjust the picture so that it is aligned to the Center of screen. Available in <PC>...
  • Page 44 MENU • <Size> Picture Options You can select a screen size according to the type of scene. <16:9> - <Zoom1> - <Zoom2> - <Wide Fit> - <Anamorphic> - <4:3> • • • • <Digital Noise Filter> If a dotted line is displayed or the screen shakes, you can view the picture with better visual quality by enabling Noise Reduction.
  • Page 45 3-6-2. Setup MENU Menu Language Set the menu language. No Signal Power Off To avoid unnecessary energy consumption, set how long you want the Projector to remain on if it’s not receiving a signal. • <Off> - <15min.> - <30min.> - <60min.> Disabled when a connected PC is in power saving mode.
  • Page 46 MENU Generated by the projector itself. Utilize as standards to optimize the installation of the projector. Test Pattern • <Crosshatch> : Helps you to determine whether the picture is distorted or not. • <Screen Size> : Displays picture format sizes such as 1.33 : 1 or 1.78 : 1. •...
  • Page 47 MENU Software Upgrade Samsung may offer upgrades for your Projector’s firmware in the future. Please visit http://www.sam- sung.com or contact the Samsung call center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) to receive information about downloading upgrades. To upgrade, you download the upgrade to your PC, copy the upgrade to a USB flash drive, and then attach the USB flash drive to the USB port on the projector.

  • Page 48: Read Before Watching 3D Picture

    Read Before Watching 3D Picture IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D PICTURES. Be sure to read and understand fully the following safety precautions before you use the 3D function on the projector. Precautions • Children should be monitored by a responsible adult when they use the 3D function. If a child indicates he has tired eyes, a headache, dizziness, or nausea, have the child stop watching 3D pictures and rest.

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before Requesting Service Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Center. Symptoms No Power. Installa- tion and I want to install my projector on the ceiling. Connec- tion External Source can not be selected.
  • Page 50 Symptoms Cannot see picture images. Screen and External Source Poor color. Images are not clear. Strange noise. An operating LED is lit. Lines appear on screen. No external device screen is displayed. Only a blue screen appears. Screen appears in black and white or in an odd color, or the screen is too dark or bright.

  • Page 51: More Information

    A. The DMD panel used for Samsung projectors is made of hundreds of tiny 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 52: Rs232C Command Table

    RS232C Command Table Communication Format (Complies with the RS232C Standard) • Baud rate : 9,600 bps • parity : None • Data bits : 8, stop bit : 1 • Flow Control : None Serial Communication Protocol 1. Command Packet Structure [7bytes] 0x08 0x22 •...

  • Page 53: Command Table

    Command Table CONTROL ITEM General Power Power Input Source List HDMI Component Video Picture Mode Vivid Dynamic Standard Movie1 Movie2 User1 User2 User3 Size 16:9 Zoom1 Zoom2 Wide Fit Anamorphic Dynamic Black™ Auto Manual Setup Install Front-Floor Front-Ceiling Rear-Floor Rear-Ceiling Lamp Mode Theater Bright...

  • Page 54: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A CANADA MEXICO ARGENTINA BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PERU PUERTO RICO REP.
  • Page 55 Romtelecom, tarif local; 2. 021.206.01.10 – din orice reţea, tarif normal 0700 Samsung (0700 726 7864) 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 678) 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) 0848-SAMSUNG (7267864, CHF 0.08/ min) 0330 SAMSUNG (7267864) 0-800-05-555...
  • Page 56 More Information 8-10-800-500-55-500 (GSM: 7799) 00-800-500-55-500 00-800-500-55-500 8-800-555-55-55 8-10-800-500-55-500 0-800-502-000 8-10-800-500-55-500 ASIA PACIFIC 1300 362 603 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 786) 400-810-5858 010-6475 1880 (852) 3698 - 4698 3030 8282 1800 110011 1800 3000 8282 1800 266 8282 0800-112-8888 021-5699-7777...
  • Page 57 TURKEY U.A.E NIGERIA SOUTH AFRICA More Information MIDDLE EAST 444 77 11 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) AFRICA 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) 0860-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com http://www.samsung.com http://www.samsung.com http://www.samsung.com...

  • Page 58: Correct Disposal - Europe Only

    Correct Disposal - Europe only Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.

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