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Dukane ImagePro 8915 8915 8915 User Manual

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  • Page 1 LCD Projector Model 8915 User's Manual...
  • Page 3 Projector WARNING • WARNING CAUTION...
  • Page 4 WARNING Disconnect the plug from the power outlet. Do not disassemble.
  • Page 5 WARNING Surely connect the ground wire.
  • Page 6 WARNING...
  • Page 7 CAUTION Disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
  • Page 8 CAUTION NOTE...
  • Page 9 NOTE Any strong ray (such as direct rays of the sun or room lighting) onto the remote control sensors could invalidate the remote control.
  • Page 10 WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE...
  • Page 13 8915 ImagePro User Manual – Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using, read the "User's Manual - Safety Guide" and these manuals to ensure correct usage through understanding. After reading, store them in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Part names ....4 Projector ..... 4 Control buttons .

  • Page 15: Projector Features

     Rich Connectivity This projector has a variety of I/O ports. It can be easily connected to many signal sources like PC, DVD and so on. The rich connectivity provides you more options to make your presentation impressive.

  • Page 16: Part Names

    In such a case, please push the Restart switch by using a cocktail stick or similar, and before turning on again, make the projector cool down at least 10 minutes without operating. Only push the Restart switch in these exceptional instances.

  • Page 17: Control Buttons

    Control buttons STANDBY/ON button (16) STANDBY/ON INPUT button (17) KEYSTONE button (20) RESET button (23) Remote control STANDBY/ON button (16) VIDEO button (17) BLANK button (21) ASPECT button (18) Lever switch (23) Flip toward disk pad: UP key Flip toward MENU button: DOWN key Press in center: ENTER ESC button (22) POSITION button (19)

  • Page 18: Setting Up

    • Don’t place the projector on a carpet, cushion or bedding. • Don’t place the projector in direct sunlight or near a hot object such as heater. • Put nothing about lens and vents of the projector. Put nothing on the projector.

  • Page 19: Arrangement

    The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 1024 x 768 (a) The screen size (diagonal) (b) Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%) (c) The height of the screen (±10%) At 4:3 screen...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Projector's Elevator

    You can use the elevator feet to make adjustments if the surface on which you need to set the projector is uneven or if you otherwise need to adjust the angle of projection. The adjustment range of the elevator feet is 0 to 9 degrees.

  • Page 21: About The Filter Cover For Bottom-Up Use

    About the filter cover for bottom-up use WARNING ►Do not replace the filter cover during use or immediately after use. While the projector connects with a power supply, or the projector is in a high temperature state, handling could cause an electric shock, a fire, a burn and/or malfunction to the projector.Before handling, make sure the power...

  • Page 22: Connecting Your Devices

    Some cables have to be used with core set. A too long cable may cause a certain picture degradation. Please consult with your dealer for details. For cables that have a core only at one end, connect the core to the projector. ►Make sure that you connect devices to the correct port. Incorrect connection may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector.
  • Page 23 Examples of connection with a computer Audio out DVI out RGB out Connecting to a monitor (output) RGB in Connecting to a speaker with amplifier (output) * AUDIO IN is linked to RGB IN1/2 USB cable DC OUT RS-232C USB(A) COMPONENT VIDEO R-AUDIO IN-L RS232C cable...
  • Page 24 Setting up Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player Video out Audio (L) out Audio (R) out S-Video out Audio (L) out Audio (R) out Component video out Audio (L) out Audio (R) out RGB out Component video out Audio/Video cable S-Video cable Audio cable Component video cable...

  • Page 25: Connecting Power Supply

    WARNING ►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock. • Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, contact your dealer to newly get correct one.

  • Page 26: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control Laser pointer WARNING ►The laser pointer of the remote control is used in place of a finger or rod. Never look directly into the laser beam outlet or point the laser beam at other people. The laser beam can cause vision problems. CAUTION ►Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

  • Page 27: Using The Remote Control

    • Since the remote control uses infrared light to send signals to the projector (Class1 LED), be sure to use the remote control in an area free from obstacles that could block the remote control’s output signal to the projector.

  • Page 28: Power On/Off

    WARNING ►When the power is on, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens or vents of the projector. NOTE • Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector before the connected devices. Power off the projector after the connected devices.

  • Page 29: Operating

    COMPONENT VIDEO  S-VIDEO  VIDEO ● When the TURN ON is selected to the item AUTO SEARCH of OPTION menu , the projector checks the current selected video port at first. If no input is (38) detected at the port, projector will begin to check other ports in above order.

  • Page 30: Adjusting Screen With One-Touch

    find any input signal. The search is started from the current port. Then when an input is found, the projector will stop searching and display the image. If no signal is found, the projector will return to the state selected before the operation.

  • Page 31: Using The Automatic Adjustment Feature

    Using the automatic adjustment feature Press the AUTO button on the remote control.  At a RGB signal The vertical position, the horizontal position, the clock phase and horizontal size will be automatically adjusted. Make sure that the application window is set to its maximum size prior to attempting to use this feature.

  • Page 32: Correcting The Keystone Distortions

    To exit the MAGNIFY mode and restore the screen to normal, press the OFF button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. ● The projector automatically exits the MAGNIFY mode when the input signal changes, or when an operation of changing the display condition (automatic adjustment, etc.) is executed.

  • Page 33: Freezing The Screen

    STANDBY/ON, ONE TOUCH, RGB, VIDEO, BLANK, AUTO,ASPECT, VOLUME, MUTE, KEYSTONE, POSITION and MENU is pressed. ● If the projector continues projecting a still image for long time, the LCD panel might possibly be printed. Do not leave the projector in FREEZE mode for too long.

  • Page 34: Operating The Computer Screen

    BLANK function, or displaying the menu screen. USB mouse and keyboard control Connect the projector’s USB port to the computer via the mouse cable. Available function Move pointer Left click with mouse Right click with mouse Press keyboard’s...

  • Page 35: Multifunctional Settings

    Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to select an item to operate. Then press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. The operation menu of the selected item will appear.

  • Page 36: Easy Menu

    With the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control. Then perform it referring to the following table. Item Using the buttons ◄/► switches the mode for aspect ratio.
  • Page 37 Multifunctional settings EASY Menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ◄/► switches the mode for mirror status. MIRROR See the item MIRROR of section SETUP menu (34). Performing this item resets all of the items of EASY MENU except FILTER TIME and LANGUAGE. RESET A dialog is displayed to make sure.

  • Page 38: Picture Menu

    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
  • Page 39 PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode of color temperature. HIGH  MIDDLE  LOW  CUSTOM To adjust CUSTOM Selecting the CUSTOM and then pressing the button ► or the ENTER button displays a dialog to aid you in adjusting the OFFSET and/or GAIN of CUSTOM mode.
  • Page 40 Selecting a mode of MY MEMORY using the buttons ▲/▼ and then pressing the button ► or the ENTER button performs each function. This projector has 4 numbered memories for adjustment data. Performing the LOAD1, LOAD2, LOAD3 or LOAD4 loads the data on the memory whose number corresponds with the command’s...

  • Page 41: Image Menu

    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
  • Page 42 Multifunctional settings IMAGE Menu (continued) Item Using the buttons ▲/▼ adjusts the horizontal size. Large  Small • This item can be selected only at a RGB signal (except DVI-D). H SIZE • When this adjustment is excessive, the picture may not be displayed correctly.

  • Page 43: Video Qlty. Menu

    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.

  • Page 44: Input Menu

    When the SCART RGB is selected, the COMPONENT VIDEO port function as a port for a SCART RGB signal input. A SCART adapter and SCART cable realize a SCART RGB input to the projector. For details, ask your dealer. Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode for video format.
  • Page 45 Multifunctional settings INPUT Menu (continued) Item Description Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “INPUT INFORMATION”. It shows the information about the current input. INPUT-INFORMATION INPUT-INFORMATION INPUT-INFORMATION S-VIDEO COMPONENT 1024x768 @60.0 SECAM 576i @50 FRAME LOCK AUTO SCART RGB • The “FRAME LOCK” message on the dialog means the frame lock function is working.

  • Page 46: Setup Menu

    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.

  • Page 47: Screen Menu

    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
  • Page 48 Multifunctional settings SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode for the start up screen. The start up screen is the screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen  ORIGINAL  TURN OFF MyScreen is the screen you can register a desired screen.
  • Page 49 SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Using the buttons ▲/▼ turns on/off the message function. TURN ON  TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the following message function works. “AUTO IN PROGRESS” while automatically adjusting MESSAGE ”NO INPUT IS DETECTED” ”SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE”...

  • Page 50: Option Menu

    Long (max. 99 minutes)  Short (min. 0 minute = DISABLE) AUTO OFF When the time is set to 0, the projector is not turned off automatically. When the time is set to 1 to 99, and when the passed time with a no-signal or an unsuitable signal reaches at the set time, the projector lamp will go off and the power indicator begins blinking.
  • Page 51 OPTION menu as the use time of the lamp. Pressing the RESET button on the remote control or the button ► of the projector for about 3 seconds displays a dialog. To reset the lamp time, select the RESET using the button ▲.

  • Page 52: Network Menu

    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to progress. Then perform it referring to the following table.
  • Page 53 NETWORK menu. At first, set the DHCP function to TURN OFF. It is also possible to configure the projector's network settings using a Web browser (Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher; Netscape 6.2 or higher) on a computer connected to the network.
  • Page 54 Multifunctional settings NETWORK Menu (continued) Information 1) Allows you to confirm the current network settings of the projector. 2) Click on "return to top page" to return to Screen 2. IP Configuration Allows you to configure the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway if DHCP is disable.
  • Page 55 Close the Web browser to end the configuration session. NOTE • If the Projector Network Configuration dialog is accessed by more than one computer at the same time, the last computer to login retains the authority to modify the settings. If you wish to make changes using a computer that logged on earlier, you will need to login again to regain authority.

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Note that shards of glass could damage the projector’s internals, or cause injury during handling, so please do not try to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself. • If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does),...
  • Page 57 When the indicators or a message prompts you to replace the lamp, replace the lamp as soon as possible. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the lamp to cool for at least 45 minutes. To prepare a new lamp, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number = 456-8915.

  • Page 58: Air Filter

    ►Use only the air filter of the specified type. Do not use the projector with the air filter and filter cover removed.

  • Page 59: Other Care

    ►Before caring, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in, and then allow the projector to cool sufficiently. The care in a high temperature state of the projector could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Related messages When the unit's power is on, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please respond as described below. If the same message is displayed after the treatment, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your dealer or service company.
  • Page 61 This projector is equipped with an automatic shut-down function, such that the power will automatically be turned off when lamp usage time has reached 2000 hours.

  • Page 62: Regarding The Indicator Lamps

    Please turn the power off, and allow the unit to cool down at least 20 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of the following items, and then turn the power on again.
  • Page 63 In such a case, press the “” (OFF) side of the power switch, and wait at least 45 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of the attachment state of the lamp and lamp cover, and then turn the power on again.

  • Page 64: Phenomena That May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects

    If the situation cannot be corrected, The projector’s microprocessor may need to be reset. Please push the Restart switch by using a cocktail stick or similar and the projector will restart. Some setting may be wrong. Please use the FACTORY RESET function of SERVICE menu in the OPTION menu default.
  • Page 65 Adjust the BRIGHT to a higher level using the menu function displayed. or the remote control. The computer cannot detect the projector as a plug and play monitor. Make sure that the computer’s can detect a plug and play monitor using other plug and play monitor.

  • Page 66: Warranty And After-Service

    Lamp 456-8915 Optional Air filter parts Others Specification Liquid crystal projector 2.0 cm (0.79 type) TFT active matrix 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) Zoom lens F=1.7 ~ 2.0 f=24.4 ~ 29.2 mm 230W UHB 3W x 4 AC100-120V/4.2A, AC220-240V/2.1A 370W 5 ~ 35°C (Operating)
  • Page 67 Specifications Specifications (continued) 336mm...

  • Page 69: Technical (English Only)

    • Depending on the input signal, full-size display may not be possible in some cases. Refer to the number of display pixels above. • Although the projector can display signals with resolution up to UXGA (1600x1200), the signal will be converted to the projector’s panel resolution before being displayed.
  • Page 70 Example of computer signal Initial set signals Initial set signals The following signals are used for the initial settings. The signal timing of some computer models may be different. In such case, adjust the items V POSITION and H POSITION in the IMAGE menu. Back porch (B) Display interval (C) Data...
  • Page 71 Connection to the ports Connection to the ports RGB IN1 DC OUT RGB OUT COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO R-AUDIO IN-L RGB IN 1, RGB IN 2, D-sub 15pin mini shrink jack • Video signal: RGB separate, Analog, 0.7Vp-p, 75Ω terminated (positive) •...
  • Page 72 Connection to the ports DVI -D DVI-D jack (digital to digital) Signal T.M.D.S. Data 2 - T.M.D.S. Data 2 + T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield SCL (DDC Clock) SDA (DDC Data) Analog V. sync T.M.D.S. Data 1 - T.M.D.S. Data 1 + T.M.D.S.
  • Page 73 RJ45 jack Q DC OUT DC5V/1.5A(max.) R WIRED REMOTE Ø3 .5mm Stereo Mini jack • To be connected with the remote control that came with the projector. AUDIO INL/R (RCA jack) Signal 4 (No connection) 5 Ground 6 (No connection)

  • Page 74: Communications Setting

    Connecting the cable Turn off the projector and the computer. Connect the CONTROL port of the projector with a RS-232C port of the computer by a RS-232C cable (cross). Use the cable that fulfills the specifi cation shown in the previous page.
  • Page 75 • Provide an interval of at least 40ms between the response code and any other code. • The projector outputs test data when the power supply is switched ON, and when the lamp is lit. Ignore this data.
  • Page 76 RS-232C Communication (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type Power Turn off Turn on Input Source RGB IN 1 RGB IN 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT Error Status BRIGHT Increment Decrement BRIGHT Reset Execute CONTRAST Increment Decrement CONTRAST Reset Execute MODE NORMAL CINEMA DYNAMIC...
  • Page 77 Names Operation Type User Gamma Pattern 9 step gray scale 15 steps gray scale Ramp User Gamma Point 1 Increment Decrement User Gamma Point 2 Increment Decrement User Gamma Point 3 Increment Decrement User Gamma Point 4 Increment Decrement User Gamma Point 5 Increment Decrement User Gamma Point 6...
  • Page 78 RS-232C Communication (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type COLOR TEMP GAIN G Increment Decrement COLOR TEMP GAIN B Increment Decrement COLOR TEMP OFFSET R Increment Decrement COLOR TEMP OFFSET G Increment Decrement COLOR TEMP OFFSET B Increment Decrement COLOR Increment Decrement COLOR Reset...
  • Page 79 Names Operation Type PROGRESSIVE TURN OFF FILM 3D-YCS TURN OFF NORMAL STILL IMAGE VIDEO NR MIDDLE HIGH ASPECT 16:9 SMALL NORMAL OVER SCAN Increment Decrement OVER SCAN Reset Execute V POSITION Increment Decrement V POSITION Reset Execute H POSITION Increment Decrement H POSITION Reset Execute...
  • Page 80 RS-232C Communication (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type COLOR SPACE AUTO SMPTE240 REC709 REC601 COMPONENT COMPONENT SCART RGB VIDEO FORMAT AUTO NTSC SECAM NTSC4.43 M-PAL N-PAL COMPUTER KEYSTONE V Increment Decrement KEYSTONE V Reset Execute KEYSTONE H Increment Decrement KEYSTONE H Reset Execute WHISPER...
  • Page 81 RS-232C Communication (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type MUTE TURN OFF TURN ON STEREO MONO STEREO IR REMOTE Front IR REMOTE Top LANGUAGE ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO NORSK NEDERLANDS PORTUGUÊS SVENSKA PУCCKИЙ SUOMI POLSKI TÜRKÇE MENU POSITION H Increment Decrement MENU POSITION H...
  • Page 82 Names Operation Type OSD BRIGHT Increment Decrement BLANK My Screen ORIGINAL BLUE WHITE BLACK BLANK On/Off TURN OFF TURN ON START UP My Screen ORIGINAL TURN OFF My Screen LOCK TURN OFF TURN ON Message TURN OFF TURN ON ONE TOUCH Set KEYSTONE V TURN OFF KEYSTONE V TURN ON AUTO KEYSTONE V...
  • Page 83 DUKANE CORPORATION FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Dukane projector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of five (5) years from the original purchase date – in normal operating conditions – against defects in material and workmanship . DUKANE CORPORATION EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 84 Dukane Corporation Audio Visual Products Division 2900 Dukane Drive St. Charles, IL 60174-3395 E-mail: avsales@dukcorp.com Phone: (630) 762-4040 Orders: (800) 676-2485 Fax: (630) 584-5156 Parts & Service: (800) 676-2487 Fax: (630) 584-0984 Audio Visual Products Part # 401-8915-00...

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