Dukane 28A8757 User Manual

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USERS MANUAL
MODEL 28A8757
Audio Visual Products

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  • Page 1 USERS MANUAL MODEL 28A8757 Audio Visual Products...
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity We declare under our sole responsibility that the projector conforms to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Do not place objects in the areas along the side and in the front of the projector 2 ft (.6m) 2 ft (.6m)
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Your new digital projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to maintain and has XGA 1024x768 resolution. The projector comes in a carry case that offers ample room for accessory items such as the projector remote, color-coded cables, and documentation.
  • Page 6 Projector components and features remote control receiver (IR) air intake vent carrying zoom focus handle heat vent connectors remote control receiver (IR) leveling foot computer keypad 1 & 2 speakers remote control receiver (IR) elevator foot release power computer 1 connector &...
  • Page 7: Connecting A Computer

    Connect the black end of the computer cable to the Computer 1 connector on the projector. Connect the blue end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you first need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port.
  • Page 8 Computer 2 con- nector on the projector. You can control the projector from an LCD control panel or computer by connecting an RS-232 cable to the projector’s Serial connector.
  • Page 9: Displaying A Computer Image

    Make sure your laptop’s external video port is active. Many laptops do not automatically turn on their external video port when a projector is connected. Usually a key combination like FN + F5 is used to turn the external display on and off. Refer to your computer’s documenta- tion to learn your computer’s key combination.
  • Page 10: First-Time Projector Use With Windows 98

    First-time projector use with Windows 98 The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wiz- ard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system).
  • Page 11 Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality. • The Wizard launches three times. The first time it detects a USB Composite Device.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- ton to extend the elevator foot. Rotate the leveling foot, if necessary. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
  • Page 13: Connecting A Video Device

    Connect the black power cable to the connector on the back of the projector and to your electrical outlet. The Power LED on the keypad turns solid green.
  • Page 14: Displaying A Video Image

    The video device’s image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Video button on the keypad. Adjust the height of the projector by pressing the release button to extend the elevator foot. Rotate the leveling foot, if necessary.
  • Page 15 Adjust the zoom or focus rings by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced. If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the key- pad. Press the upper Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the lower Keystone button to reduce the lower part.
  • Page 16: Shutting Down The Projector

    When Power Save is enabled, Screen Save is disabled. See page 31. Turning off the projector To turn off the projector, press the power button and verify that you want to turn the projector off by pressing the power button again within 3 seconds.
  • Page 17 Source troubleshooting Problem No startup screen Only startup screen appears Solution Plug power cable in and remove lens cap press power button Press the Computer button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop Result Correct image Computer image projected...
  • Page 18 No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced> Adapter (location varies by operating system) You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the following Problem, “Image fuzzy or cropped”...
  • Page 19 Image fuzzy or cropped Remote control not controlling my computer’s mouse Set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab, select1024x768) For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dual- display mode Connect computer cable (page 5), then,...
  • Page 20 Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Edges of image distorted Image not sharp Solution Adjust keystone on keypad Turn Overscan on in the Picture>Advanced menu Adjust Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Result Square image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 21 Image does not fit 16:9 screen Image upside down Image reversed left to right Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Turn off Ceiling in Settings>System menu Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Correct image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 22 Make sure vents aren’t blocked; allow projector to cool for one minute Correct image Correct image COLOR Unplug projector; wait one minute; plug in projector and turn it on: lamp lights Check lamp hours: should be less than 2,000 hours in the Main>About menu...
  • Page 23 Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinking Image not centered on screen Lamp must be replaced (page 35) Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height zoom adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Lamp turns on Correct image...
  • Page 24: Using The Keypad Buttons

    Regarding this projector When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit in the carry case in its original packing material, or having a professional packaging company pack the unit with all accessories for shipping. Please insure your shipment for its full value.
  • Page 25: Using The Remote Control

    See page 27 for more info on the menus. The remote also has a power button to turn the projector on and off (see page 14 for shutdown info), volume and mute buttons to control the sound, a backlight button to light the remote’s buttons in the dark, and video and...
  • Page 26: Using The Audio

    Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con- nector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote. To mute the sound, press the Mute button.
  • Page 27: Optimizing Computer Images

    The remote’s Effect button allows you to assign various features to the key. The default effect is About, which displays information about the projector and current source. You can select from Blank, Mute, Aspect Ratio, Source, Auto Image, Freeze, Zoom, and About. See page 32 for details.
  • Page 28: Optimizing Video Images

    • Turn overscan on to remove noise around the video image. See page 30. Customizing the projector You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 31 to page 34 for details on these features. •...
  • Page 29: Using The Menus

    • The About menu provides a read-only display of information about the projector and source. Certain menu items may be hidden until a particular source is connected. For example, Sharpness is only available for video sources and will be hid- den when a computer source is active.
  • Page 30: Picture Menu

    Picture menu To adjust the following five settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm increasing keystone decreasing keystone the changes. Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad.
  • Page 31 Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying com- puter presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. (Film Presets input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event.) You can use the preset as a starting point, then further cus-...
  • Page 32 User and individually adjust the intensity of the red, green, and blue colors. Video Standard: When it is set to Auto, the projector attempts to pick the video standard automatically based on the input signal it receives. (The video standard options may vary depending on your region of the world.) If...
  • Page 33: Settings Menu

    Auto Power: When Auto Power is checked, the projector automatically goes into the startup state after the projector is powered on. This allows con- trol of ceiling mounted projectors with a wall power switch.
  • Page 34 Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen with a black color after no sig- nals are detected for a preset number of minutes. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Screen Save is disabled when Power Save is enabled.
  • Page 35 Network: The projector has an RJ45 Ethernet connector that supports net- work connections and TCP/IP protocols. This will allow for the control and management of the projector over a corporate network. The following fields are accessible when DHCP is not checked and available for manual entry of data.
  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion. If you don’t intend to use the projector immediately, replace the lens cap. clean the lens with a soft dry cloth...
  • Page 37: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Turn the projector upside down and remove the lamp door by removing the two screws and sliding the lamp door tabs out of the three tab bays.
  • Page 38 WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury. • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness.
  • Page 39: Using The Security Lock

    Using the security lock The projector has a security lock for use with a PC Guardian Cable Lock video audio in System. See “Accessories” on page 38 for ordering information. Refer to the computer 1 computer 2 s-video monitor out network information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it.
  • Page 40: Appendix

    Input Power Requirements 100V-120V 4A, 50/60 Hz 200V-240V 2A 50 Hz Ceiling Mount UL tested/listed ceiling mount with minimum capacity of 46 lbs (20.87 kg) Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Carrying Case ° Shipping Box (with packaging) C) at 0 - 10,000 feet °...
  • Page 41: Projected Image Size

    Portable Projector Stand Replacement Lamp Module Various RF Remotes NOTE: Use only approved accessories. Projected image size Table 2: Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size for the projector Diagonal Screen Size Image Width (inches/m) (inches/m) 40/1.0...
  • Page 42 Numerics 1024x768 resolution 3 About 32 altitude limits 38 Aspect Ratio 32 audio 24 Audio In connector 5, 11 audio volume 13 Auto Image 32 Auto Power 31 Blank 32 blinking green 14 blinking red 14 Brightness 10 cables optional 39 cleaning the lens 34 Color 13 colors are incorrect 20...
  • Page 43 25 projector customizing 26 optional accessories 39 shutdown 14 standard accessories 38 troubleshooting problems 14 projector height 10, 12 projector positioning 10, 12 projector specifications 38 Rear 31 remote control 23 not working 17 Remote control warning 1...
  • Page 44 temperature limits 38 Tint 13 Troubleshooting 14, 15 USB, using your mouse 5 VESA port 6 Video button 12 video connections optional 11 standard 11 Video connector 11 video images optimizing 26 Windows 2000 9 Windows 98 8 Windows ME 9 Windows XP 9 XGA 3 zoom 10, 13, 32...
  • Page 46 Dukane Corporation Audio Visual Products Division 2900 Dukane Drive St. Charles, IL 60174-3395 E-mail: avsales@dukane.com Parts & Service: (800) 676-2487 Phone: (630) 584-2300 Orders: (800) 676-2485 Information: (800) 676-2486 Fax: (630) 584-5156 Fax: (630) 584-0984 Audio Visual Products #401-594-00...

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