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Page 1: User Manual
Projector 8420 / 8421 User Manual Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read this manual before you operate your projector. Save it for future reference. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Maintenance ....41 instructions .......2 Care of the projector ......41 Lamp information ......42 Introduction......4 Troubleshooting .....47 Projector features ......... 4 Shipping contents......... 5 Specifications ....48 Projector exterior view......6 Projector specifications...... 48 Controls and functions ......7 Dimensions ........ -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product. Safety Instructions WARNING Please read this manual before you operate your projector. - Page 4 It is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect. Do not use the security lock slot for transporting or installation. It should be used with a commercially available theft prevention cable. DUKANE CORP AV SERVICE DEPT 2900 Dukane Drive St Charles, IL 60174 800-676-2487 Fax 630-584-5156 avservice@dukane.com...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. The projector offers the following features. • Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations • Supports 3D display •... -
Page 6: Shipping Contents
Shipping contents Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase. Standard accessories The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. -
Page 7: Projector Exterior View
Projector exterior view Control panel Front/upper side (See "Control panel" on page 7 details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Front elevator foot Zoom ring Focus ring Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Projection lens AC power cord inlet CONTROL port SERVICE port HDMI port... -
Page 8: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Control panel TEMPerature indicator light POWER indicator light Lights up red if the projector's temperature Lights up or flashes when the projector is becomes too high. under operation. LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up Toggles the projector between standby or flashes when the lamp has developed a mode and on. -
Page 9: Remote Control
Remote control AUTO Automatically determines the best Toggles the projector between standby picture timings for the displayed mode and on. image. MENU/EXIT Right Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous Activates panel key lock. OSD menu, exits and saves menu When the On-Screen Display (OSD) settings. -
Page 10: Remote Control Effective Range
Remote control effective range The Infra-Red (IR) remote control is located on the front of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor should not exceed 4 meters (~ 13 feet). -
Page 11: Positioning Your Projector
Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. -
Page 12: Projection Dimensions
Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 50 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position. The "screen" mentioned below refers to the projection screen usually consisting of a surface and a support structure Minimum Screen Size (Min zoom) Maximum Screen Size (Max zoom) Desired... -
Page 13: Connection
Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: Turn all equipment off before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents"... -
Page 14: Connecting A Computer Or Monitor
Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer The projector provides two VGA input sockets that allow you to connect them to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers. To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer: Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the computer. -
Page 15: Connecting Video Source Devices
Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • HDMI • Component Video • S-Video • Video (composite) You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. -
Page 16: Connecting An Hdmi Device
If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector. • The audio output only works when a signal source is connected to the projector. •... -
Page 17: Connecting A Composite Video Source Device
Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video source device: Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device. -
Page 18: Operation
Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Press on the projector or remote control to start the projector. The POWER indicator light stays blue when the projector is on. -
Page 19: Using The Menus
Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. The OSD screenshots below are for reference only, and may differ from the actual design. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon Wall Color Highlight... -
Page 20: Utilizing The Password Function
Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus"... -
Page 21: Entering The Password Recall Procedure
Entering the password recall procedure Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETTING: Advanced > Security Settings > Change Password menu. Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control. The message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' is displayed. Press and hold AUTO on the remote control RECALL PASSWORD for 3 seconds. -
Page 22: Switching Input Signal
Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETTING: Advanced > Security Settings > Power on Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by pressing / . The message 'INPUT PASSWORD' is displayed. Enter the current password. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Projected Image
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with two adjuster feet. They change the image height and vertical projection angle. Screw the adjuster feet to fine tune the angle until the image is positioned where you want it. -
Page 24: Magnifying And Searching For Details
Correcting keystone 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. -
Page 25: Selecting The Aspect Ratio
Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital 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. - Page 26 About the aspect ratio In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas. Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal width.
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Page 27: Optimizing The Image
Optimizing the image Selecting a preset mode The projector is preset with several predefined preset modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type. To select an operation mode that suits your need, you can follow one of the following steps. •... -
Page 28: Adjusting Color
Adjusting Contrast Highlight the PICTURE > Contrast menu and press The higher the value, the greater the contrast. Use this to set the peak white level after you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment. Adjusting Color Highlight the PICTURE >... -
Page 29: Color Management
There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it. -
Page 30: Setting The Presentation Timer
Setting the presentation timer This function is only available when an input signal is selected and active. 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 to access the Presentation Timer menu or go to the SYSTEM SETTING: Basic >... -
Page 31: Hiding The Image
Go to the SYSTEM SETTING: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press MODE/ENTER. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off” displaying on the screen. Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use on the projector or BLANK on the remote control to hide the screen image. -
Page 32: Operating In A High Altitude Environment
Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m–3000 m above sea level, and temperature is between 0°C–35°C. CAUTION Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and temperature is between 0°C and 35°C. -
Page 33: Menu Operation
Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. 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. - Page 34 Main menu Sub-menu Options Quick Auto Search Off/On 3. SOURCE Auto Adjustment Timer Period 1~240 minutes Always/1 min/2 min/3 min/ Timer Display Never Top-Left/Bottom-Left/Top- Timer Position Presentation Right/Bottom-Right Timer Timer Counting Count Down/Count Up Direction Sound Reminder On/Off On/Off SYSTEM Language Multi-language OSD selection SETTING:...
- Page 35 Main menu Sub-menu Options Quick Cooling On/Off 1 (High) Equal or higher than 1500 m High Altitude Mode 2 (Normal) Lower than 1500 m Mute On/Off Audio Settings Volume 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 Menu Display Time sec/25 sec/30 sec Menu Settings Center/Top-Left/Top- Menu Position Right/Bottom-Left/...
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Page 36: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu Function Description In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture' colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. -
Page 37: Function Description
Function Description This projector features 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 3D images. Press the MODE/ENTER button to display the 3D Sync menu. - Page 38 Function Description Pre-defined preset modes are provided so you can optimize your Preset Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a preset mode" on page 26 for details. Adjusts the brightness of the image. See "Adjusting Brightness" on Brightness page 26 for details.
- Page 39 Function Description Presentation Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 29 for details. Timer Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See Language "Using the menus" on page 18 for details.
- Page 40 Function Description to select a standby mode. Normal The projector is able to provide the following functions when it is in standby mode. • The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER IN 1 port is correctly connected to Standby Mode devices.
- Page 41 Function Description Current System Status Shows current system status. Source Shows the current signal source. Preset Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Current Color System System Status Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB. Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
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Page 42: Maintenance
Maintenance 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. -
Page 43: Lamp Information
Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Total lamp hour = (hours used in Normal mode) + (hours used in Economic mode) + (hours used in Intelligent Eco mode) To obtain the lamp hour information: Press MENU on the projector or MENU/EXIT on the remote control and then press... -
Page 44: Replacing The Lamp
Replacing the lamp To prepare a new lamp, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number. Type number: 456-8420 WARNING • The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. • The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. - Page 45 Remove the protection film. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp. Refer to the right figure to identify the screw. Disconnect the lamp's wire connector from the projector, and then slowly pick up the lamp by the handle. CAUTION • Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector.
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Page 46: Resetting The Lamp Timer
Replace the lamp cover on the projector. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover. CAUTION • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screws. Restart the projector. CAUTION Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. - Page 47 Indicators Light Status & Description POWER TEMP LAMP System Messages Stand-by Purple Blue Powering up Flashing Blue Normal operation Purple Power-down cooling Flashing CW start fail. Please contact your dealer for Blue assistance. Scaler shutdown fail. Please contact your dealer for assistance.
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Page 48: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the There is no power from the power projector, and plug the power cord into the cord. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. -
Page 49: Specifications
Specifications Projector specifications • All specifications are subject to change without notice. • Not all models can be purchased in your region. General Product name Projector Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lamp 196 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC 100-120V: 2.9 A, AC 220-240V: 1.4 A... -
Page 50: Output Terminal
Output terminal D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 MONITOR OUT port AUDIO OUT port Stereo mini x 1 Speaker 2 watt x 1 Control terminal RS-232 serial control 9 pin x 1 CONTROL port IR receiver x 1 (Front) Service terminal SERVICE port USB mini B x 1 Environmental Requirements... -
Page 51: Dimensions
Dimensions 265 mm (W) x 81.5 mm (H) x 223 mm (D) Unit: mm... -
Page 52: Timing Chart
Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Refresh rate H-frequency Clock Resolution Mode (Hz) (kHz) (MHz) VGA_60*** 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 640 x 480 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000 SVGA_60*** 60.317 37.879 40.000 SVGA_72 72.188 48.077 50.000... -
Page 53: Supported Timing For Hdmi Input
• **Supported timing for 3D signal with Top-Bottom and Side-by-Side formats. • ***Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential, Top-Bottom and Side-by-Side formats. Supported timing for HDMI input Refresh rate H-frequency Resolution Mode Clock (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) VGA_60*** 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72... - Page 54 • *Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format. • **Supported timing for 3D signal with Top-Bottom and Side-by-Side formats. • ***Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential, Top-Bottom and Side-by-Side formats. Horizontal Vertical Dot Clock Timing Resolution frequency frequency Frequency...
- Page 55 Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Horizontal Vertical Frequency Color sub-carrier Video mode Frequency (kHz) (Hz) Frequency (MHz) NTSC 15.73 3.58 15.63 4.43 SECAM 15.63 4.25 or 4.41 PAL-M 15.73 3.58 PAL-N 15.63 3.58 PAL-60 15.73 4.43 NTSC4.43 15.73 4.43...
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Page 56: Regulation Statements
Regulation Statements FCC statement 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. - Page 57 This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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Page 58: Copyright Information
Copyright information Copyright Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this company. -
Page 59: Warranty And After-Service
If this does not resolve the problem, please consult your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied. DUKANE CORP AV SERVICE DEPT 2900 Dukane Drive St Charles, IL 60174 800-676-2487 Fax 630-584-5156 avservice@dukane.com...