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DLP™ PROJECTOR MODEL EW230U-ST User Manual EW230U-ST This User Manual is important to you. Please read it before using your projector.
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TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUT- LET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NOTE: SINCE THIS PROJECTOR IS PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. WARNING Use the attached specified power supply cord.
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• Use 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz to prevent fire or electric shock. Your MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused. This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumula- tors, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.
EW230U-ST Trade Name: MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC Responsible party: Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc. 9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A Telephone number: +1-(949) 465-6000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Water and moisture Do not use this projector near water or in contact with water. Accessories Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio / TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mitsubishi could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF INDUSTRY CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the Kensington System for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector. Please contact Kensington Technology Group below. Kensington Technology Group 2855 Campus Drive San Mateo, CA 94403, U.S.A.
Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. See tuning the image size and clarity" on page 24 POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. See "Indicators" on page 52 SOURCE Displays the source selection bar. See signal"...
Remote control POWER Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Starting up the projector" on page 20 down the projector" on page 33 for details. FREEZE Freezes the projected image. See on page 32 for details. Left Selects the desired menu items and makes adjustments.
If the remote control is close to Inverter-Type fluorescent lamps, it might become ineffective from time to time. • If the remote control and the projector are within a very short distance, the remote control might become ineffective. • When you aim at the screen, the effective distance is less than 5 m from the remote control to the screen and reflecting the IR beams back to the projector.
• When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, images may appear darker than those projected in the case of tabletop mounting. This isn’t a product malfunction. Be sure to use this projector at an altitude of less than 1500 meters.
16:10 is the native aspect ratio of EW230U-ST. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to the projector's native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height equivalent to 90% of the projector's native aspect height.
7 cm. If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion.
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• Mitsubishi recommends you to adjust the screen size from 80 inch to 150 inch diagonal. The screen image adjusted out of this range, either smaller or larger, may be deteriorated. • The above figures are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Mitsubishi recommends...
Notebook or desktop computer Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook.
Notebook or desktop computer RGB cable • Once the Standby Monitor Out function is on, the projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the COMPUTER-1 jack. •...
YUV. See When you connect this projector and a Digital device (such as a DVD player) via the HDMI terminal, black color may appear dark and deep, depending on the type of the connected device.
AV device If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness. • If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fans for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp. •...
Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon Main menu Highlight Sub-menu Current input signal Below is an example about how to set the OSD language.
(if necessary) and write the password you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall. Setting a password Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started.
Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the quick-release button to lock the foot in position.
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following one of these steps.
TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.
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Full: Scales an image to full screen size (16:10). The image is projected to fit all over screen. 4:3 picture 16:9 picture 16:10 picture EN-27...
Brightest mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms. Presentation mode: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring.
It enables a greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors. If you prefer images with that quality, select On. If you don’t need it, select Off.
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(color light meter), and provide a set of suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.
Setting the presentation timer The presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: Press TIMER SET UP on the remote control or go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >...
Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker. Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See Muting the sound...
Direct power off The AC power cord can be pulled out during the projector is on. To protect the lamp, wait about 10 minutes before re-starting the projector. (When you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans may run for a few minutes to cool down.
See the instruction manual of the electronic shutter glasses for more information. • With the 3D option set to On, contents displayed on the projector appear darker. It is normal and does not mean the projector is malfunctioning. •...
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• The signals in the below table can be displayed with viewing 3D Contents on the projector. If a different signal is fed, the projector shows no 3D contents even with the 3D option set to On in the DISPLAY menu.
Supervising and controlling by computer With a proper LAN cable connection and LAN Control settings, you can operate the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are connected to the same local area network.
To switch input source, click on your desired source. When you use the projector control panel or remote control to change the OSD menu settings, it may take a while for the web browser to synchronize these changes with the projector.
When the projector is in abnormal conditions, the following information will display. When the projector is in normal conditions or in any abnormal conditions other than the ones mentioned below, the Error Status column will be empty.
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Glossary For more detail of the glossary below, refer to the technical book that is commercially available. Term DHCP IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway MAC Address Description Abbreviation for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically assigns IP Address to networked devices. Numerical address to identify networked computers.
Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Wall Screen Aspect Ratio Keystone Position 1. DISPLAY Phase H. Size Magnify 3D Sync Setting Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness 2.
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6. INFORMATION Current System Status Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items are accessible. Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling/...
25 for details. This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images. You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images.
Quick Auto Search Color Space Conversion DESCRIPTION Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image set-up to suit your program type. See mode" on page 28 for details. Adjusts the brightness of the image. See for details.
30 minutes and 12 hours. Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start-up. Three options are available: MITSUBISHI logo, Black screen, or Blue screen. Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will be shortened to a few seconds.
Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as "CC" in TV listings). When the projector displays OSD or any dialog, captions are not displayed at the same time. Caption Version Selects a preferred closed captioning mode.
Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.
= 1 (hours used in Low mode) + 4/3 (hours used in Standard mode) "Setting Lamp mode as Low" The lamp hour in Low mode is calculated as 3/4 of that in Standard mode. That is, using the projector in Low mode helps to extend the lamp hour by 1/3.
The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature indicator light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or LAMP indicator light still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer.
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This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner. • Be sure to use the lamp dedicated to this projector, VLT-EX240LP for EW230U-ST. Use of other lamps may cause a failure of the projector.
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Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials. • Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images.
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• Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage. This projector uses a lamp that contains mercury. Disposal of the lamp • or the projector with the lamp may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. • The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off. Cooling down. The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again.
Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.
LAN control Environmental requirements Operating temperature Operating relative humidity EN-54 DLP™ Projector EW230U-ST 1280 x 800 WXGA 1-CHIP DMD F = 2.6, f = 6.9 mm 185 W lamp AC100–240V, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) 3.1 A, 315 W (Max), < 1 W (Standby) When setting is:...
SXGA+_60 1600 x 1200 640 x 480@67Hz 832 x 624@75Hz 1024 x 768@75Hz 1152 x 870@75Hz * The projector only supports the timing (720 x 400) with 5 lines (R, G, B, H, V). Vertical Frequency Mode (Hz) 70.087 59.940 72.809...
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Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input Resolution 720 x 400 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1280 x 960 1440 x 900 1400X1050 1600 x 1200 VIDEO (HDCP) EN-56 Vertical Frequency Mode (Hz) 720x400_70...
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Supported timing for Component-YP Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p(525p)@60Hz 576i(625i)@50Hz 576p(625p)@50Hz 720p(750p)@60Hz 720p(750p)@50Hz 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 1080i(1125i)@50Hz 1080P@60Hz 1080P@50Hz Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Horizontal Frequency Video mode NTSC SECAM PAL-M PAL-N...