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Polaroid Polaview 330 User Manual

Polaroid Polaview 330 User Manual

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  • Page 1 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 2 User’s Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ................1 Getting Started ................2 Connecting to Power.................2 Connecting to an IBM-compatible Desktop PC ........3 Connecting to an IBM-compatible Laptop PC .........4 Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop PC ..........4 Connecting to a Macintosh Laptop PC ............5 Connecting to Audio .................6 Connecting to a Video Player ..............6 Connecting to the Remote Mouse ............7...
  • Page 4 Brightness ..................22 Sharpness ..................22 Room Light ..................22 Color ....................22 Tint ......................22 Reset ....................22 Source Menu....................22 Computer ...................23 Composite ..................23 S-Video ....................23 Features Menu ..................23 Language ...................23 Startup Logo 24 Curtain Style ..................24 Compression ..................24 Ceiling Mount ..................24 Rear Projection ..................24 Reset ....................24 Custom Modes Menu................25 Mode 1 ....................26...
  • Page 5 Appendix A - Parts and Accessories........45 Parts......................45 Accessories ....................45 Appendix B - Specifications ........... 46 Appendix C - Notices, Warranties, Safety Precautions ..47 Notices......................47 FCC Statement ..................47 Canadian Notice ..................47 European Notice ..................47 Declaration of Conformity for U.S.A............48 Declaration of Conformity ..............48 Warranties....................49 U.S.A.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    • Automatic projector settings storage and use for up to 10 computers • Remote control The Polaroid Polaview 330 LCD projector is a true XGA projector; you do not need to turn off your laptop computer display to see your entire screen in the projected image.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started This section explains how to set up and connect the projector, including information about basic adjustments and interfacing with peripherals. Connecting to Important : To avoid damage to electronic components, first connect the Power power cord to the AC socket on the projector, then connect the plug to an AC outlet.

  • Page 8: Connecting To An Ibm-Compatible Desktop Pc

    Getting Started Connecting to an To connect to an IBM-compatible desktop computer: IBM-compatible 1 Set the computer display resolution to XGA (1024x768). Desktop PC 2 Disconnect the PC monitor cable from the monitor output connector on the computer. 3 Connect the VGA/SVGA cable to the Computer In connector on the projector and to the monitor output connector on the computer.

  • Page 9: Connecting To An Ibm-Compatible Laptop Pc

    Getting Started Connecting to an To connect to an IBM-compatible laptop computer: IBM-compatible 1 Set the computer display resolution to XGA (1024x768) or lower. Laptop PC 2 Connect the VGA/SVGA cable to the Computer In connector on the projector and to the external monitor output connector on the laptop computer.

  • Page 10: Connecting To A Macintosh Laptop Pc

    Getting Started 2 In the Control Panel of the Macintosh operating system, set the Mirroring option to “On” and select the external monitor as the active monitor. For more information on the Mirroring function, see “Macintosh PowerBook Series 160, 165, 180, 185, 500, 520, 540” on page 31.

  • Page 11: Connecting To Audio

    Getting Started 3 Set the DIP switches on the Macintosh adapter to match the output settings of the laptop. For more information on the correct DIP switch settings, see “Macintosh Issues” on page 30. 4 In the Control Panel of the Macintosh operating system, set the Mirroring option to “On”...

  • Page 12: Connecting To The Remote Mouse

    Getting Started 2 Connect the yellow video plug to the Composite Video In connector on the projector and to the video output connector on the video player. Left Audio connector Right Audio connector Composite Video In connector Figure 8: Connecting to Composite Video/Audio To connect to S-video: 1 Connect the audio plugs on the audio/video cable to the left and right audio connectors on the projector and to the audio output connectors...
  • Page 13 Getting Started 3 Connect the remote mouse interface cable to the Mouse connector on the projector and to the mouse connector (serial, PS/2, ADB) on your computer. Mouse connector Figure 10: Connecting to the Remote Mouse English...

  • Page 14: Operating The Projector

    Operating the Projector Operating the Projector This section explains how to turn on the projector and adjust the projected image. Turning On the Use the Power On/Standby button to turn on the projector. Projector To turn on the projector: 1 Check that the projector is connected to AC power and the projector is in the sleep state as described on page 14.

  • Page 15: Focusing The Image

    Operating the Projector For more information on the projector’s operating states, see “Operating States” on page 14. Tip: If the projector is connected to a laptop computer but is not project- ing an image, make sure that you have activated the external video output port correctly.

  • Page 16: Distance To Screen Vs. Image Size

    Operating the Projector Distance to Use the following chart and tables to determine the distance between the Screen vs. Image projector and the screen for a desired screen image size. Size The top line in the graph indicates the image size with the lens at the maximum zoom position.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Image Height

    Operating the Projector The following table contains information about image size with the zoom lens at the maximum zoom position. Distance to Diagonal Height Width Screen (feet) (inches) (inches) (inches) Table 2: Distance to Screen vs. Image Size, Lens at Maximum Zoom Adjusting the Use the quick-release Elevator Foot Release under the front of the projector to adjust the height of the projected image.

  • Page 18: Leveling The Image

    Operating the Projector Leveling the Use the leveling feet, located on both rear corners of the projector, to level Image the projected image. To level the image: • Rotate one or both leveling feet until the projected image is level. Leveling Foot Figure 16: Leveling the Image English...

  • Page 19: Operating States

    Operating States Operating States The Polaview 330 LCD projector has five operating states: 1 Sleep state - The lamp, all fans, and keypad lighting are off. The Power On/Standby LED, Lamp Age LED, and Lamp Status LED are 2 Live state - The lamp and keypad lighting are on. The fans are on at high speed.

  • Page 20: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control This section explains how to use the remote control. The wireless remote control that comes with the Polaview 330 LCD projector is similar to a remote control for a television or VCR. Use the remote control to set up and adjust the image settings and to control interactive presentations.

  • Page 21: Source

    Using the Remote Control Source Press the Source button on either the remote control or the projector keypad to toggle the input signal source between computer, composite video, and S-video. If there are no other active input signal sources connected, the projector displays an error message. Press the Menu button on either the remote control or the projector Menu keypad to display the on-screen main menu.

  • Page 22: Audio Controls

    Using the Remote Control Audio Controls Press the + button on the remote control to increase the audio volume. Press the - button to decrease the audio volume. Press the Mute button to mute the audio. Drag Use the Drag button in combination with the joystick to drag an item. You can also use this button to “Drag &...

  • Page 23: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Using the Menus This section introduces you to the main menu and explains how to use the Main Menu projector menu system. 1 Press the Menu button on either the remote control or on the projector keypad to display the main menu. Each menu item has a submenu. Help Audio Picture...

  • Page 24: Audio Menu

    Using the Menus Use the Reset menu item to reset these submenu values to default values: Submenu Effect of Reset Audio Resets all values. Picture Resets all values. Source Resets to Computer. Features Resets Compression, Ceiling Mount, Rear Projection values. Does not reset Language, Startup Logo, or Curtain values.

  • Page 25: Volume

    Using the Menus Volume Use Volume to increase or decrease the volume level. Bass Use Bass to increase or decrease the bass level. Treble Use Treble to increase or decrease the treble level. Use Stereo Mode to select mono or stereo audio effects. Stereo Mode The choices are: •...

  • Page 26: Frequency

    Reset Figure 22: Picture Submenu Frequency The Polaview 330 LCD projector automatically adjusts the frequency based on detected input signals. However, in some cases you may need to manually adjust the frequency. Use Frequency to eliminate evenly spaced dark vertical lines or distortions on the projected image.

  • Page 27: Brightness

    Using the Menus Brightness Use Brightness to increase or decrease the brightness level. Sharpness Use Sharpness to increase or decrease the sharpness. Room Light Use Room Light to compensate for differences in room lighting conditions. The three Room Light values provide the best levels of brightness, contrast, and color saturation for different lighting conditions.

  • Page 28: Computer

    Using the Menus Computer Use Computer to select the computer as the signal source. Composite Use Composite to select composite video as the signal source. S-Video Use S-Video to select s-video as the signal source. Note: If the system does not detect a computer or video source, it displays a message that indicates that the TV/VCR or computer source was not detected.

  • Page 29: Startup Logo

    Using the Menus Startup Logo Use Startup Logo to select the logo displayed during projector startup. The choices are: • Default Logo • Custom Logo • Blank For more information on how to install a custom logo in projector memory, see “Installing a Custom Startup Logo” on page 28. Curtain Style Use Curtain Style to select curtain appearance.

  • Page 30: Custom Modes Menu

    Using the Menus Custom Modes Use the Custom Modes menu to save the current projector settings as one Menu of four custom modes or to activate a previously saved custom mode. Help Audio Picture Source Features Custom Modes Service Reset Figure 27: Custom Modes Menu •...

  • Page 31: Mode 1

    Using the Menus Mode 1 Use Mode 1 to save the current projector settings as a custom mode or to activate the previously saved Mode 1 settings. Mode 2 Use Mode 2 to save the current projector settings as a custom mode or to activate the previously saved Mode 2 settings.

  • Page 32: Lamp Life

    Using the Menus • Once you have highlighted the Service menu item, press the right direction key to display the Service submenu. Lamp Life Reset Lamp Timer Projector Life Test Pattern Figure 30: Service Submenu Use Lamp Life to display the number of hours left in the life of the lamp. Lamp Life Use Reset Lamp Timer to reset the lamp life timer after you install a new Reset Lamp Timer...

  • Page 33: Advanced Configuration

    Windows 95 comes with standard serial or PS/2 mouse drivers that may Remote Mouse not be compatible with the projector’s remote mouse. These drivers are most likely to be compatible with the Polaview 330 LCD projector: • Microsoft serial mouse • Microsoft PS/2 port mouse •...

  • Page 34: Windows 3.X

    If the remote mouse still does not work correctly, use the IPSETUP.EXE program, on the included Polaview 330 Tools diskette, to install the IPOINT.EXE driver. Then, load the driver from the command line or from the Windows 95 Start Menu.

  • Page 35: Possible Problem Using The Remote Mouse

    Macintosh Issues Most Macintosh computers require an adapter to connect the video output of the computer to the Polaview 330 LCD projector. Enhance Cable’s Liberty Lite adapter is included. This table shows Liberty Lite switch settings used to adapt to various display resolutions.

  • Page 36: Macintosh Powerbook Series 140, 145, 145B, 150, 170

    Advanced Configuration Macintosh computers use several methods to connect to an external monitor or projector. The following paragraphs describe the different models and methods used as of this printing. Macintosh These do not include video out support. Contact a third-party supplier for an interface adapter for these computers.

  • Page 37: Macintosh Powerbook 1400

    Advanced Configuration 8 Choose Monitors in the Control Panel. Within the Monitors Setup screen you will see two center squares. They represent the internal display and the external monitor or projector. Each square has a number. The number 1 represents the primary display and the number 2 represents the secondary display.
  • Page 38 Advanced Configuration On some laptop computers, you need to use a separate setup menu to activate the external video port. Computer Port Activation Keys Manufacturer Acer Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for Setup menu) Fn-F5 Fn-F5 Fn-D Fn-F1 Fn-F12 Ctrl-Fn-D Ctrl-D AT&T Fn-F6 Austin Ctrl-Alt-Shift Altima Shift-Ctrl-Alt-C...
  • Page 39 Advanced Configuration Computer Port Activation Keys Manufacturer Fn-F5 Fn-F4 Dell Ctrl-Alt-F10 Ctrl-Alt-< Fn-F12 Fn-F8 Fn-D Dolch Set DIP switch to CRT before the computer is booted Epson Set DIP switch to CRT when the computer is booted Automatic Setup Icon Fn-F10 Everex Setup Screen...
  • Page 40 Advanced Configuration Computer Port Activation Keys Manufacturer Leading Edge Fn-T Macintosh See “Macintosh Issues” on page 30. Magitronic Fn-F4 Mastersport Fn-F2 Micro Express Automatic when computer is booted Micron Fn-F2 Microslate Automatic when computer is booted Midwest Micro Fn-F11 Mitsubishi SW2 on-off-off-off Setup screen Setup screen...
  • Page 41 Advanced Configuration Computer Port Activation Keys Manufacturer Texas Instruments Setup (on keyboard) Ctrl-Alt-Setup Ctrl-Alt-Esc Control Panel-TIsetup-Sys config- display device, LCD/CRT Fn-F10 Fn-F12 Top Link Setup screen Fn-F6 Toshiba Fn-F5 Fn-F6 Ctrl-Alt-End Fn-End Tsetup Utility Automatic when computer is booted Twinhead Fn-F5 Fn-F7 Automatic when computer is booted...

  • Page 42: Maintaining The Projector

    6 Turn on the projector. 7 Use the Reset Lamp Timer option in the Service menu to reset the lamp life counter. The Polaview 330 LCD projector has two dust filters to protect the optical Cleaning the Dust Filters components and electronics. The best procedure for cleaning the filters is to use a vacuum cleaner from the outside of the filter covers.

  • Page 43: Back Filter

    Maintaining the Projector Back Filter To clean the back filter: 1 Remove the three retaining screws located on the back of the projector. Rear filter cover Retaining screws Figure 32: Replacing the Back Filter 2 Lift and remove the rear filter cover. 3 Remove the foam filter from the filter cover.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    1 Check the table below to see if you can solve the problem. 2 Call your dealer’s technical support line and explain your problem. 3 Call Polaroid Corporation. Refer to the listing of Polaroid offices and service centers on page 41.
  • Page 45 Maintaining the Projector Problem Solution When viewing text on the The frequency of the projector does not match projected image, some of the the frequency of the computer. characters seem darker or 1 Press the Menu button on the remote con- thicker than others.
  • Page 46 Maintaining the Projector Polaroid Offices and Service Country Address Centers Australia Polaroid Australia Pty. Ltd. 13–15 Lyonpark Road P.O. Box 163 North Ryde, N.S.W. 2113 Tel.: (02) 9 950 7000 Fax: (02) 887 2209 Belgique/België Polaroid (Belgium) N.V.–S.A. Rue Colonel Bourg 111 Kolonel Bourgstraat 111 1140 Bruxelles–1140 Brussel...
  • Page 47 Toranomon 3-2-2 Minato-ku Tokyo 105 Tel.: (81-3) 3438 8811 Fax: (81-3) 3433 3537 México Polaroid de México S.A. de C.V. Paseo de la Reforma 195 Piso 17 C.P. 06500 México, D.F. Tel.: (52-5) 703-1111 Fax: (52-5) 566-0505 Del interior al 91 (800) 70-727...
  • Page 48 Maintaining the Projector Country Address New Zealand Polaroid New Zealand Ltd. 24-26 Anzac Avenue Auckland Tel.: (64-9) 377 3773 Norge Polaroid (Norge) A/S Industriveien 8B, 1473 Skårer, Norway Tlf: (47-67) 90 47 10 Fax: (47-67) 90 51 73 Österreich Polaroid Ges.m.b.H.
  • Page 49 Wheathampstead House Codicote Road Wheathampstead Hertfordshire AL4 8SF U.K. Tel: (44) 1582 63 2000 Freefone: (800) 010119 U.S.A. Polaroid Corporation Technical Assistance Tel.: Toll free 1-800-432-5355 Call for the nearest Polaroid location Table 8: Polaroid Offices and Service Centers English...

  • Page 50: Appendix A - Parts And Accessories

    S-video signal cable 22-0007 VGA video signal cable 22-0006 15-pin HD gender changer 91-0007-000 Polaview 330 Tools diskette 92-0003-000 Polaroid Polaview 330 LCD Projector User’s Guide PW-20287M-0 Quick Reference card PW-20287Q-0 Registration card PW-20287R-0 Table 9: Parts List Accessories Accessory...

  • Page 51: Appendix B - Specifications

    Appendix B - Specifications Appendix B - Specifications Computer Compatibility IBM-compatible computers Apple Macintosh computers Video Compatibility NTSC-M/N/4.43 PAL-M/N/B/D/G/H/IK/L SECAM (B,D,G,K,K1,L) Composite and S-Video Audio Built-in stereo audio system with two internal 3 watt amplifiers and speakers. Number of colors 16.7 million Display type 3-panel polysilicon LCD...

  • Page 52: Appendix C - Notices, Warranties, Safety Precautions

    Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Polaroid could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canadian Notice This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

  • Page 53: Declaration Of Conformity For U.s.a

    Declaration of Conformity Model Number: PV330 Trade Name: Polaroid Responsible Party: Polaroid (Europa) BV Address: Hoge Botofstraat 45 7511 ZA Enschede, The Netherlands Telephone Number: 31-53-486-5050 This device complies with the following directives and standards: 89/336/EEC...

  • Page 54: Warranties

    Should this product, or any component or accessory included with it, become defective at any time during the warranty period, Polaroid Corporation will, at its discretion, either replace or repair this item, without charge, provided the product is returned to a designated servicing location (prepaid and insured).
  • Page 55 Appendix C - Notices, Warranties, Safety Precautions Safety To prevent accidents caused by improper handling or operation, please Precautions take note of the following precautions. Be careful when handling UHP lamps. There is a serious risk of eye damage from the intense illumination provided by the UHP lamp.
  • Page 56 Index Index , 47 Numerics Canadian notice , 50 , 49 Care and use precautions 800 number for Technical Support , 24 Ceiling Mount, controlling , 40 Characters, dark , 50 Cleaning precautions AC power , 37 Cleaning/replacing filters connecting , 46 Color specifications , 46...
  • Page 57 Index , 40 Dark characters IBM-compatible computers. See Personal com- , 22 Dark Room puters , 46 , 32 Dimensions of projector Icon, Happy Macintosh , 5, 30 DIP switches, setting Image Display compressed , 40 , 10 crooked focus , 3, 46 , 12 formats...
  • Page 58 , 3, 4, 5 connecting to , 20 Picture Menu options , 39 Quality problems with display Polaroid Polaview 330 LCD projector. See Pro- jector , 49 Polaroid Technical Support , 46 Ratio specifications , 40...
  • Page 59 Index , 15, 40 , 46 Remote control specifications , 23 Remote mouse S-video, as input signal source , 28 , 3, 46 configuring SXGA display format connecting , 30 problem using Microsoft PowerPoint® , 29 using with internal pointer , 49 Technical Support , 37...
  • Page 60 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.

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