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DLP™ PROJECTOR
MODEL
WD3300U
User Manual
WD3300
This User Manual is important to you.
Please read it before using your projector.

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  • Page 1 DLP™ PROJECTOR MODEL WD3300U User Manual WD3300 This User Manual is important to you. Please read it before using your projector.
  • Page 2 RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET 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. If you use another power supply cord, it may cause interference with radio and television reception.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important safeguards ...4 Preparing your projector ...6 Using the remote control ...9 Setting up your projector ...10 Viewing computer images ...13 Viewing video images ...20 Menu operation ...25 Adjusting projected images ...33 Advanced features ...37 Indicators ...41 Replacing the lamp ...42 Maintenance ...44...

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    7. Water and moisture Do not use this projector near water or in contact with water. 8. Accessories Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.
  • Page 5 Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector. Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your projector. It might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact your dealer.

  • Page 6: Preparing Your Projector

    Preparing your projector Checking accessories The following accessories are provided with this projector. Check to be sure that all of the accessories are packed in the package. Cables Mini D-SUB 15-pin Mini D-SUB 15-pin RGB cable for PC (246C597-10) Remote control parts...

  • Page 7: Terminal Panel

    8 Lamp cover 9 Terminal panel 10 Air outlet grille Caution: Do not replace the lamp immediately after using the projector because the lamp would be extremely hot and it may cause burns. 1 POWER indicator 2 COMPUTER/DVI-D/ button 3 ZOOM/FOCUS button...

  • Page 8: Bottom Side

    Bottom side Remote control About the laser beam This remote control is a Class 2 laser product. (Max. output: 1 mW, Wavelength: 620-640 nm) Beam Divergence: 6 m distance about 10.0 mm x 10.0 mm (±6.0 mm) Caution: • Pressing the LASER button on the remote control emits a laser beam. Do not look into the laser beam directly. Do not point the laser beam at anyone.

  • Page 9: Using The Remote Control

    Vertical directions (ceiling mount) Using the wired remote control Attached remote control for this projector can be used as a wired remote control with remote control cable. Wired remote control is useful for operating in a distance or outside of the operating area.

  • Page 10: Setting Up Your Projector

    Setting up your projector Setting up the screen Install the screen perpendicularly to the projector. If the screen can not be installed in such a way, adjust the projection angle of the projector. (See page 11.) • Install the screen and projector so that the projector’s lens is placed at the same height and horizontal position of the screen center.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Position Of The Projected Image

    When projected images are distorted to a trapezoid When the screen and the projector are not placed perpendicularly to each other, projected images become trapezoidal. If you cannot make the projector and the screen perpendicular to each other by mechanical adjustments, adjust keystone.

  • Page 12: Rear Projection

    This isn’t a product malfunction. • Ask your installation specialist to provide a breaker. When you do not use the projector, be sure to shut down the main power by the breaker. • Do not install the projector where the exhaust vents are exposed to air emitted by an air conditioning.

  • Page 13: Viewing Computer Images

    To DVI • When viewing images supplied from a digital-connected computer, press the DVI-D(HDCP) button on the remote control. • Turn on the main power switch of the projector before starting the computer. For audio connection: 1. Connect one end of a commercially available PC audio cable to the AUDIO IN-1/2 terminal of the projector.
  • Page 14 • Use 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz to prevent fire or electric shock. • Do not place any objects on the power cord or do not place the projector near heat sources to prevent damage to the power cord. If the power cord should be damaged, contact your dealer for replacement because it may cause fire or electric shock.
  • Page 15 C. Installing the terminal cover This projector includes a terminal cover. If necessary, install the terminal cover to the projector. 1. Fit two hooks of the terminal cover into the projector. 2. Tighten the attachment screws (a) firmly. Important: • Don’t carry the projector by the terminal cover.
  • Page 16 8. Adjust the position of the projector so that the projector and the screen are perpendicular to each other. (See page 10.) • When the projector cannot be positioned perpendicularly to the screen, adjust the projection angle. (See page 11.)

  • Page 17: To Stop Projecting

    • If the main power switch should be turned off or the power cord should be unplugged accidentally while either the air inlet fan or the air outlet fans are operating or the lamp is on, allow the projector to cool down for 10 minutes with the power off. To light the lamp again, press the POWER button. If the lamp doesn’t light up immediately, repeat pressing the POWER button 2 or 3 times.
  • Page 18 When connecting to a notebook computer: When the projector is connected to a notebook computer, images may not be projected in some cases. In such cases, set the computer so that it can output signals externally. The setting procedure varies depending on the type of the computer.

  • Page 19: Setting The Aspect Ratio

    Setting the aspect ratio You can change the aspect ratio of the input video signal (or the ratio of width to height of the image). Change the setting according to the type of the screen to be used or your preference. How to change the settings: With the remote control: 1.

  • Page 20: Viewing Video Images

    When a TV tuner or VCR is connected: When you use this projector with a TV tuner or VCR connected, no image may appear or a message of “NO SIGNAL” may appear on the screen when you change the channel via any channel that is not being received. In such a case, set the channels of the TV tuner or VCR again.
  • Page 21 • This projector can be linked with video devices equipped with HDMI output terminal or DVI-D output terminal. However, with some of them, this projector may not display any image or not operate correctly. • If this projector doesn’t display any image or not operate correctly, see the operation manual of the video device for its connection.
  • Page 22 Plug the power cord in the same way as in the case of “Viewing computer images.” (See page 14.) C. Installing the terminal cover If necessary, install the terminal cover to the projector in the same way as in the case of “Viewing computer images.” (See page 15.)
  • Page 23 7. Adjust the position of the projector to keep an appropriate projection distance with which images are projected in their specified sizes. 8. Adjust the position of the projector so that the projector and the screen are perpendicular to each other. (See page 10.) • When the projector cannot be positioned perpendicularly to the screen, adjust the projection angle. (See page 11.) 9.
  • Page 24 • If the main power switch should be turned off or the power cord should be unplugged accidentally while either the air inlet fan or the air outlet fans are operating or the lamp is on, allow the projector to cool down for 10 minutes with the power off. To light the lamp again, press the POWER button. If the lamp doesn’t light up immediately, repeat pressing the POWER button 2 or 3 times.

  • Page 25: Menu Operation

    There are two menu display modes: QUICK MENU mode and DETAIL MENU mode. Each mode has the following menus. Menus displayed in the QUICK MENU mode The QUICK MENU contains frequently used setting items and the INFOMATION menu shows the projector condition. QUICK MENU (page 27) QUICK MENU...
  • Page 26 Basic procedure for setting the menus 1. Press the MENU button. • The menu selection bar is displayed in the QUICK MENU mode. Selectable menus are displayed by icons. (The menu icon being selected is displayed on a blue background.) QUICK MENU The name of the menu being selected is displayed.
  • Page 27 Settings of each menu item Menus displayed in the QUICK MENU mode QUICK MENU ITEM SETTING COLOR ENHANCER AUTO PRESENTATION STANDARD THEATER sRGB USER CONTRAST ±30 BRIGHTNESS ±30 COLOR TEMP. STANDARD / LOW / HIGH USER SHARPNESS ±5 LAMP MODE STANDARD ASPECT NORMAL (FULL)
  • Page 28 Menus displayed in the QUICK MENU mode and the DETAIL MENU mode INFORMATION menu ITEM LAMP TIME (LOW) INPUT RESOLUTION VERTICAL FREQUENCY HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY SYNC. TYPE INFORMATION LAMP TIME (LOW) INPUT COMPUTER2 RESOLUTION VERTICAL FREQUENCY HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY SYNC. TYPE DESCRIPTION This item shows a lamp operating time (hour) calculated based on that LAMP MODE is LOW.
  • Page 29 Menus displayed in the DETAIL MENU mode IMAGE menu opt. IMAGE COLOR ENHANCER CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR TEMP. COLOR TINT SHARPNESS ADVANCED MENU ITEM SETTING COLOR ENHANCER AUTO PRESENTATION STANDARD THEATER sRGB USER CONTRAST ±30 BRIGHTNESS ±30 COLOR TEMP. STANDARD / LOW / HIGH USER COLOR...
  • Page 30 LENS SHIFT LOCK ON / OFF LENS SHIFT RESET • Regardless of the setting of LAMP MODE in the INSTALLATION menu, the STANDARD lamp mode is activated by default whenever the projector is turned on. When LAMP MODE has been set to LOW, the lamp mode changes from STANDARD to LOW about 1 minute after turn-on. • When the lamp mode is switched, the projected image may flicker. • Frequent switching of the lamp mode may damage the lamp.
  • Page 31 • When 7.5% is chosen, the brightness is decreased by the set-up cancel function for the U.S. Choose OFF when the image is dark. Choose ON when connecting the projector with a device equipped with the SCART terminal that can output RGB signal. SCART terminal is used mainly in Europe. Choose OFF normally. (Available only for the input signal from the COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO IN-1 terminal.)

  • Page 32: Signal Menu

    The proper setting is automatically selected. Select this option when connecting the projector to high definition video equipment having R, G, and B output terminals. Select this option when connecting the projector to a DVD player or other device having Y, C , and C Use to adjust the display area of projected image.

  • Page 33: Adjusting Projected Images

    Adjusting projected images To adjust the brightness (CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS): You can make adjustments for the brightness of the projected image using the menu. (See page 26 for menu setting.) 1. Display the QUICK MENU or IMAGE menu. 2. Select CONTRAST or BRIGHTNESS by pressing the  or  button. 3.

  • Page 34: About Color Temperature

    To cancel the menu: 7. Press the MENU button. To enable the stored color temperature: 1. Set COLOR TEMP. to USER in the QUICK MENU or set it to USER About color temperature There are different kinds of white color. Color temperature is a way to show the differences in white. White of which temperature is low appears reddish.

  • Page 35: How To Adjust The Computer Image

    How to adjust the computer image This projector automatically selects a proper signal format according to the type of video signal supplied from the computer. However, video signals from the computer may not be projected correctly depending on the types of the computer and images to be projected.

  • Page 36: Simple Method To Adjust The Image Position

    How to adjust the image supplied from the computer using the menu: Carry out the following procedures according to the symptoms. Wide strips appear. ��������������� Adjust TRACKING in the SIGNAL menu. The projected image flickers. The projected image is blurred..Adjust FINE SYNC. in the SIGNAL menu. The projected image is displaced horizontally.

  • Page 37: Advanced Features

    Advanced features Setting of the image displayed during startup or muting You can display your desired image as the startup screen (or splash screen). Using the menu, you can also use such image as a background that is displayed while the video is muted or no signal is supplied. • You can capture the images from the COMPUTER1, COMPUTER2, DVI, and HDMI input sources.

  • Page 38: Password Function

    • If you enter a wrong password, an error • To cancel the procedure, press the MENU Important: • Disable the password by pressing the MENU and ENTER buttons on the projector at the same time. CANCEL : MENU EN-38 message will appear.

  • Page 39: Mouse Remote Control

    Mouse remote control By connecting to personal computer through the USB port, you can operate your computer with the projector remote control. Projector + computer with USB connector • You can use the mouse remote control function with a computer supporting USB only.

  • Page 40: Supervising And Controlling By Computer

    Supervising and controlling by computer You can supervise and control the projector’s operation using a personal computer via a LAN network. • To supervise and control the projector, install the software “Projector-Control Device Installer *” contained in the attached CD-ROM. For the installation procedure and usage of the software, see “User Manual for LAN Control Utility”...

  • Page 41: Indicators

    Indicators This projector has 2 indicators, each of which shows the operation condition of the projector. The following offer solutions to possible problems. If these problems persist, turn the projector off and consult your dealer. Normal condition POWER STATUS CONDITION...

  • Page 42: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing the lamp This projector is equipped with a lamp to project images. This lamp is a consumable. It may burn out or its brightness may decrease during use. In such cases, replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible. Be sure to replace the lamp with a new lamp separately sold that is exclusive to this projector.
  • Page 43 6. Load a new lamp box securely into the projector in the right orientation. 7. Put the handle back to the original position.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Cleaning of the projector and the ventilation slots Use a soft cloth to clean the projector and the ventilation grilles. When the grilles become dirty, wipe them with a soft cloth dampened with diluted mild detergent, and then wipe them with a dry cloth.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before asking for repair of the projector, check the following. If the symptom persists, stop using the projector, be sure to unplug the power plug, and then contact your dealer. No image appears on the screen. Problem Solution Power can not be • Check whether the indicators are on or off and how they are lightning.
  • Page 46 • Check whether the external device output signals. (Check this especially when the external device is a notebook computer.) • Check that the cable connected to the external device isn’t defective. • Check that the projector is connected to the external device using the correct terminals. • Check that the connected device is correctly selected as the input source. • When an extension cord is being used, replace it with the supplied cable and check whether images are projected correctly. If images are projected correctly, use an RGB signal amplifier along with the extension cord.
  • Page 47 For the method to change the output resolution of the computer, contact the manufacturer of your computer. (See page 50.) • Some images and texts appear obscured during the keystone adjustment. In such cases, use the projector without applying the keystone adjustment. (See page 11.) Noise appears around • In some images such as DVD, noise may appear around the recorded image. In this the image.

  • Page 48: Kensington Lock

    Kensington Lock 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.

  • Page 49: Specifications

    Specifications The specifications and outside appearance of the projector are subject to change without prior notice. Type Model Display technology Projection lens Light-source lamp Image size (projection distance) Maximum resolution Computer signal Video signal Component signal Computer/component video input Video input...

  • Page 50: Specification Of Rgb Signals In Each Computer Mode Of The Projector

    Specification of RGB signals in each computer mode of the projector Signal mode Resolution (H x V) TV60, 480i (525i) TV50, 576i (625i) 1080i60 (1125i60) 1080i50 (1125i50) 480p (525p) 576p (625p) 720p60 (750p60) 720p50 (750p50) 1080p60 (1125p60) 1080p50 (1125p50) CGA70...
  • Page 51 Important: • Some computers aren’t compatible with the projector. • The projector’s maximum resolution is 1280 x 800 pixels. It may not display images of higher resolutions than 1280 x 800 correctly. • Images with SYNC on G (Green) signal may jitter.
  • Page 52 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION 1 Zusho Baba, Nagaokakyo-City, Kyoto Japan...

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