Ricoh PJ WU6181 N User Manual

Table of Contents

Quick Links

Download this manual

RICOH PJ WU6181

/WX6181

/X6181

User's Manual

Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use,

be sure to read the Important Information in this manual before using the machine.

Table of Contents

Need help?

Do you have a question about the PJ WU6181 N and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Ricoh PJ WU6181 N

Page 1 RICOH PJ WU6181 /WX6181 /X6181 User’s Manual Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to read the Important Information in this manual before using the machine.
Page 2 (3) Great care has been taken in the preparation of this user’s manual; however, should you notice any questionable points, errors or omissions, please contact us. (4) Notwithstanding article (3), Ricoh will not be responsible for any claims on loss of profit or other matters deemed to result from using the Projector.
Page 3: Important Information
Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Ricoh projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet. The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible.
Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity For Eu Countries
The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by Ricoh Americas Corporation in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equipment. 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 5: Important Safeguards
Important Information Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. Installation • Do not place the projector in the following conditions: - on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
Page 6 Important Information Fire and Shock Precautions • Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside your projector. Allow at least 4 inches (10cm) of space between your projector and a wall. •...
Page 7: Lamp Replacement
Important Information CAUTION • Do not use the tilt-foot for purposes other than originally intended. Misuses such as gripping the tilt-foot or hang- ing on the wall can cause damage to the projector. • Do not send the projector in the soft case by parcel delivery service or cargo shipment. The projector inside the soft case could be damaged.
Page 8 Important Information A Lamp Characteristic The projector has a high-pressure mercury lamp as a light source. A lamp has a characteristic that its brightness gradually decreases with age. Also repeatedly turning the lamp on and off will increase the possibility of its lower brightness. CAUTION: •...
Page 9: Safety Labels Of This Machine
Important Information Safety Labels of This Machine 1 Do not look into the lens while the projector is on. Serious damage to your eyes could result. Do not cover the lens with the lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on. Doing so can lead to melting of the cap due to the heat emit- ted from the light output.
Page 10: Power Management Function
Important Information Health precautions to users viewing 3D images Before viewing, be sure to read health care precautions that may be found in the user’s manual included with your 3D eyeglasses or your 3D compatible content such as Blu-ray Discs, video games, computer’s video files and the like. To avoid any adverse symptoms, heed the following: •...
Page 11 Important Information Clearance for Installing the Projector Allow ample clearance between the projector and its surroundings as shown below. The high temperature exhaust coming out of the device may be sucked into the device again. Avoid installing the projector in a place where air movement from the HVAC is directed at the projector. Heated air from the HVAC can be taken in by the projector's intake vent.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Information ..........................i 1. Introduction ................................. 1 ❶ What’s in the Box? .......................1 ❷ Introduction to the Projector ....................2 Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector ............2 Installation ........................2 Videos ..........................2 Network ..........................3 Energy-saving ........................3 Maintenance ........................4 About this user’s manual ....................5 About the Projector’s [NETWORK SETTINGS] ..............6 ❸...
Page 13 Table of Contents ❹ Changing Eco Mode/Checking Energy-Saving Effect Using Eco Mode [ECO MODE] ...31 Checking Energy-Saving Effect [CARBON METER] ...........32 ❺ Correcting Horizontal and Vertical Keystone Distortion [CORNERSTONE] ......33 6 Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY] ........36 7 Projecting 3D videos ......................39 Procedure to watch 3D videos using this projector .............39 When videos cannot be viewed in 3D ................41...
Page 14 Table of Contents [INSTALLATION]......................109 [CONTROL] ........................112 [NETWORK SETTINGS] .....................120 [SOURCE OPTIONS] ....................125 [POWER OPTIONS] ....................127 Returning to Factory Default [RESET] ................129 ❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] .................131 [USAGE TIME] ......................131 [SOURCE(1)] ......................132 [SOURCE(2)] ......................132 [SOURCE(3)] ......................132 [SOURCE(4)] ......................133 [WIRED LAN] ......................133 [VERSION(1)] ......................133 [VERSION(2)] ......................133 [OTHERS] ........................134...
Page 15 Table of Contents Download service .......................181 Operating Environment ....................181 ❷ Installing Software Program .....................183 Installation for Windows software ................183 Using on Mac OS .......................185 3 Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image or Video from the Projector over a LAN (Projection Utility) .......................186 Starting Projection Utility from a USB Memory or SD Card ........191 4 Projecting an Image from an Angle (Geometric Correction Tool in Projection Utility) ..193 What you can do with GCT ..................193...
Page 16: Introduction
1. Introduction ❶ What’s in the Box? Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your projector. Projector Dust cap for lens Remote control AA alkaline batteries Input selection character...
Page 17: ❷ Introduction To The Projector
1. Introduction ❷ Introduction to the Projector This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls. Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector This projector is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise images up to 500 inches across (measured diagonally) from your PC or Mac computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, Blu-ray player, or document camera.
Page 18: Network
1. Introduction • Simultaneous display of 2 images (PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE) Two images can be projected simultaneously with a single projector. There are two types of layouts for the two images: “picture-in-picture” in which a sub-picture is displayed on the main picture, and “picture-by-picture”...
Page 19: Maintenance
1. Introduction Maintenance • Maximum lamp replacement time of 4000 hours and no need to clean the filters When used in the eco mode, the lamp replacement time* is extended to a maximum of 4000 hours. * This time is not guaranteed. Furthermore, this projector uses large 2-layer filters.
Page 20: About This User's Manual
1. Introduction About this user’s manual The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Take a few minutes now to review the user’s manual. This may save you time later on. At the beginning of each section of the manual you’ll find an overview. If the section doesn’t apply, you can skip it.
Page 21: About The Projector's [Network Settings]
1. Introduction About the Projector’s [NETWORK SETTINGS] “NETWORK SETTINGS” need to be carried out when connecting this projector to a wired or wireless LAN. The following two types of [NETWORK SETTINGS] 1 and 2 can be used. Use the [NETWORK SETTINGS] 1 and 2 for different pur- poses depending on the software and function described in the table below.
Page 22: ❸ Part Names Of The Projector
1. Introduction ❸ Part Names of the Projector Front/Top The lens is sold separately. The description below is for when the Standard Lens Type1 lens is mounted. Lens Shift Dial (vertical/horizontal) Securing lever cover (→ page 21) (→ page 164) Indicator Section Zoom Lever/Zoom Ring (→...
Page 23: Rear
1. Introduction Rear Remote Sensor (located on the front Terminals and the rear) (→ page 10) (→ page 13) USB (LAN) Port This is located inside the projector. A Exhaust vent wireless LAN unit sold separately can Heated air is exhausted from here. be attached.
Page 24: Controls/Indicator Panel
9. Using the Viewer Controls/Indicator Panel (POWER) Button (→ page 16, 27) 2. POWER Indicator (→ page 15, 16, 27, 245) 3. STATUS Indicator (→ page 245) 4. LAMP Indicator (→ page 176, 246) 5. TEMP. Indicator (→ page 246) 6.
Page 25: Terminals
1. Introduction Terminals 1. HDMI 1 IN Connector (Type A) 15. PC CONTROL Port (D-Sub 9 Pin) (→ page 156, 158, 162) (→ page 244) Use this port to connect a PC or control system. This enables 2. HDMI 2 IN Connector (Type A) you to control the projector using serial communication (→...
Page 26: ❹ Part Names Of The Remote Control
1. Introduction ❹ Part Names of the Remote Control 29. ▲▼◀▶ Button 8. TEST Button (→ page 83) (→ page 75) 30. ENTER Button 9. Edge Blend. Button (→ page 75) (→ page 69, 104) 10. Multi. Button 31. L-CLICK Button* (→...
Page 27: Battery Installation
1. Introduction Battery Installation 1. Press the catch and remove the 2. Install new ones (AA). Ensure 3. Slip the cover back over the batteries until it battery cover. that you have the batteries’ snaps into place. polarity (+/−) aligned correctly. NOTE: Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old bat- teries.
Page 28: Operating Range For Wireless Remote Control
1. Introduction Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control 40 m/1575 inch 20 m/787 inch 20 m/787 inch 20 m/787 inch Remote sensor on projector cabinet 20 m/787 inch Remote control 15 m/591 inch 15 m/591 inch 15 m/591 inch 15 m/591 inch 40 m/1575 inch 40 m/1575 inch •...
Page 29: Projecting An Image (Basic Operation)
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. ❶ Flow of Projecting an Image Step 1 • Connecting your computer / Connecting the power cord (→ page 15) Step 2 •...
Page 30: ❷ Connecting Your Computer/Connecting The Power Cord
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❷ Connecting Your Computer/Connecting the Power Cord 1. Connect your computer to the projector. This section will show you a basic connection to a computer. For information about other connections, see “(2) Making Con- nections”...
Page 31: ❸ Turning On The Projector
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❸ Turning on the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Press the (POWER) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER ON button on the remote control. The POWER indicator will light up in blue from red and then start blinking.
Page 32: Note On Startup Screen (Menu Language Select Screen)
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup menu. This menu gives you the opportunity to select one of the 29 menu languages. To select a menu language, follow these steps: 1.
Page 33: ❹ Selecting A Source
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❹ Selecting a Source Selecting the computer or video source NOTE: Turn on the computer or video source equipment connected to the projector. Detecting the Signal Automatically Press the INPUT button for 1 second or longer. The projector will search for the available input source and display it.
Page 34 2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Selecting Default Source You can set a source as the default source so that it will be displayed each time the projector is turned on. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2.
Page 35: ❺ Adjusting The Picture Size And Position
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❺ Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Use the lens shift dial, the adjustable tilt foot lever, the zoom lever/zoom ring and the focus ring to adjust the picture size and position. In this chapter drawings and cables are omitted for clarity. Adjusting the projected image’s vertical and horizontal position Adjusting the focus [Lens shift]...
Page 36: Adjusting The Vertical Position Of A Projected Image (Lens Shift)
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Adjusting the vertical position of a projected image (Lens shift) CAUTION Perform the adjustment from behind or from the side of the projector. Adjusting from the front could expose your eyes to strong light which could injure them. Lens shift dial (Horizontal) Leftward Rightward...
Page 37: Focus
(→ page 25) • Refer to Page for the lens shift adjustment range of the WXGA type/XGA type and for ceiling hanging/front projection. Ricoh PJ WU6181N Width of projected image 50%V...
Page 38: Applicable Lens: Replacement Lens Type8
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Applicable lens: Replacement Lens Type8 The Replacement Lens Type8 lens unit aligns the peripheral focus around the optical axis. Peripheral focus ring Focus Ring Zoom Lever 1. Turn the focus ring left and right to align the focus around the optical axis.
Page 39: Applicable Lens: Replacement Lens Type1
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Applicable lens: Replacemnet Lens Type1 With the Replacement Lens Type1 lens, adjust the focus and picture distortion. Preparations: Turn the lens shift dials (vertical and horizontal) on the projector to return the lens shift to the center. Approximate lens center position (explained here for the desktop front projection mode) Horizontal dial ....First turn the dial to the left edge, then turn it further so that the knob is horizontal.
Page 40: Zoom
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Zoom Turn the zoom lever or zoom ring clockwise and counterclockwise. • The separately sold Replacement Lens Type1 lens does not have a zoom ring. Zoom ring Adjusting the Tilt Feet 1. Turn the left and right tilt feet to adjust. The tilt feet lengthen and shorten when turned.
Page 41: ❻ Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❻ Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust When projecting a signal from the computer video input terminal, BNC video input terminal (anlaog RGB), HDMI 1 input terminal, HDMI 2 input terminal, DisplayPort input terminal, adjust the picture quality with a single touch of the button if the edges of the screen are cut off or if the projection quality is bad.
Page 42: ❽ Turning Off The Projector
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❽ Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector: 1. First, press the (POWER) button on the projector cabinet or the STANDBY button on the remote control. The [POWER OFF / ARE YOU SURE ? / CARBON SAVINGS- SES- SION 0.000[g-CO2]] message will appear.
Page 43: ❾ After Use
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ❾ After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Disconnect any other cables. 3. Mount the lens cap on the lens. 4. Before moving the projector, screw in the tilt feet if they have been lengthened.
Page 44: Convenient Features
3. Convenient Features ❶ Turning off the Image and Sound The projected video and the output sound from the internal speaker and sound output terminal will disappear momentarily. Press the BLANK button. The projected video will be cut off. Press the MUTE button. The projected audio will be cut off.
Page 45: ❷ Freezing A Picture
3. Convenient Features ❷ Freezing a Picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze a picture. Press again to resume motion. NOTE: The image is frozen but the original video is still playing back. ❸ Enlarging a Picture You can enlarge the picture up to four times. NOTE: •...
Page 46: ❹ Changing Eco Mode/Checking Energy-Saving Effect Using Eco Mode [Eco Mode]
3. Convenient Features ❹ Changing Eco Mode/Checking Energy-Saving Effect Using Eco Mode [ECO MODE] This feature enables you to select two brightness modes of the lamp: OFF and ON modes. The lamp life can be extended by turning on the [ECO MODE]. [ECO MODE] Description [OFF]...
Page 47: Checking Energy-Saving Effect [Carbon Meter]
3. Convenient Features Checking Energy-Saving Effect [CARBON METER] This feature will show energy-saving effect in terms of CO emission reduction (kg) when the projector’s [ECO MODE] is set to [OFF], or [ON]. This feature is called as [CARBON METER]. There are two messages: [TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS] and [CARBON SAVINGS-SESSION]. The [TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS] message shows the total amount of CO emission reduction from the time of shipment up to now.
Page 48: ❺ Correcting Horizontal And Vertical Keystone Distortion [Cornerstone]
3. Convenient Features ❺ Correcting Horizontal and Vertical Keystone Distortion [CORNERSTONE] Use the [CORNERSTONE] feature to correct keystone (trapezoidal) distortion to make the top or bottom and the left or right side of the screen longer or shorter so that the projected image is rectangular. 1.
Page 49 3. Convenient Features 5. Press the ▼ button to align with the [CORNERSTONE] and then press the ENTER button. The drawing shows the upper left icon ( ) is selected. The screen will switch to the [CORNERSTONE] screen. NOTE: • When a [GEOMETRIC CORRECTION] function other than [CORNERSTONE] has been set up, the [CORNERSTONE] screen will not be displayed. When the screen is not displayed, either press the Geometric.
Page 50 3. Convenient Features 11. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to highlight the [OK] and press the ENTER button. This completes the [CORNERSTONE] correction. • Select [CANCEL] and press the ENTER button to return to the [CORNERSTONE] screen. Selecting [CANCEL] will return to the adjustment screen without saving changes (Step 3). Selecting [RESET] will return to the factory default.
Page 51: Preventing The Unauthorized Use Of The Projector [Security]
3. Convenient Features ❻ Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector [SECURITY] A keyword can be set for your projector using the Menu to avoid operation by an unauthorized user. When a keyword is set, turning on the projector will display the Keyword input screen. Unless the correct keyword is entered, the projector cannot project an image. •...
Page 52 3. Convenient Features 7. Type in the same combination of ▲▼◀▶ buttons and press the ENTER button. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY function has been enabled. To turn on the projector when [SECURITY] is enabled: 1.
Page 53 3. Convenient Features To disable the SECURITY function: 1. Press the MENU button. The menu will be displayed. 2. Select [SETUP] → [CONTROL] → [SECURITY] and press the ENTER button. The OFF/ON menu will be displayed. 3. Select [OFF] and press the ENTER button. The SECURITY KEYWORD screen will be displayed.
Page 54: Projecting 3D Videos
3. Convenient Features ❼ Projecting 3D videos This projector can be used to watch videos in 3D using commercially-available active shutter-type 3D eyewear. In order to synchronize the 3D video and eyewear, a commercially-available 3D emitter needs to be connected to the projector (on the projector side). The 3D eyewear receives information from the 3D emitter and performs opening and closing on the left and right.
Page 55 3. Convenient Features (2) Press the ▼ button to align the cursor with the [FORMAT] and press the ENTER button. The format screen will be displayed. (3) Select the input signal format using the ▼ button and then press the ENTER button. The 3D settings screen will disappear and the 3D video will be projected.
Page 56: When Videos Cannot Be Viewed In 3D
3. Convenient Features When videos cannot be viewed in 3D Please check the following points when videos cannot be viewed in 3D. Please also read the operating manual attached to the 3D eyewear. Possible reasons Solutions The selected signal does not support 3D output. Please change the video signal input to one that supports 3D.
Page 57: Controlling The Projector By Using An Http Browser
3. Convenient Features ❽ Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser Overview Using the web browser on the computer, the HTTP server screen of the projector can be displayed to operate the projector. For the HTTP server screen of the projector, there is the basic HTTP server screen and the dedicated HTTP server screen. Possible operations on the HTTP server screen (1) Possible operations on the basic HTTP server screen •...
Page 58: Preparation Before Use
3. Convenient Features • This projector uses “JavaScript” and “Cookies” and the browser should be set to accept these functions. The setting method will vary depending on the version of browser. Please refer to the help files and the other information provided in your software. Preparation before Use Connect the projector to a commercially available LAN cable before engaging in browser operations.
Page 59: Handling Of The Address For Operation Via A Browser
IP address of the pro- jector has been set in the “HOSTS” file of the computer being used. Example 1: When the host name of the projector has been set to “pj.ricoh.com”, access is gained to the network setting by specifying http://pj.ricoh.com/index.html...
Page 60 3. Convenient Features PICTURE: Controls the video adjustment of the projector. BRIGHTNESS ▲ Increases the brightness adjustment value. BRIGHTNESS ▼ Decreases the brightness adjustment value. CONTRAST ▲ Increases the contrast adjustment value. CONTRAST ▼ Decreases the contrast adjustment value. COLOR ▲ Increases the color adjustment value.
Page 61 3. Convenient Features NETWORK SETTINGS http://<IP Address of Projector (Basic)>/index.html • SETTINGS WIRED SETTING Set for wired LAN. APPLY Apply your settings to wired LAN. PROFILE 1/PROFILE 2 Two settings can be set for wired LAN connection. Select PROFILE 1 or PROFILE 2. DISABLE Turn off wired LAN connection DHCP ON...
Page 62 3. Convenient Features • NAME PROJECTOR NAME Enter a name for your projector so that your computer can identify the projector. A projector name must be 16 characters or less. TIP: Projector name will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu. HOST NAME Enter the hostname of the network connected to the projector.
Page 63 3. Convenient Features • NETWORK SERVICE PJLink PASSWORD Set a password for PJLink*. A password must be 32 characters or less. Do not forget your password. However, if you forget your password, consult with your dealer. HTTP PASSWORD Set a password for HTTP server. A password must be 10 characters or less. When a password is set up, you will be prompted for your user name (arbitrary) and password during LOGON.
Page 64 3. Convenient Features NETWORK SETTINGS http://<IP Address of Projector >/index.html • SETTINGS WIRED or WIRELESS SETTING Set for wired LAN or for wireless LAN. APPLY Apply your settings to wired LAN or wireless LAN. DISABLE Turn off wired LAN connection PROFILE 1/PROFILE 2 Two settings can be set for wired LAN connection.
Page 65 3. Convenient Features SITE SURVEY Displays a list of available SSIDs for wireless LAN on site. Select an SSID which you can access. NETWORK TYPE Select communication method when using wireless LAN. INFRASTRUCTURE: Select this option when communicating with one or more equipment con- nected to the wireless LAN network via a wireless access point.
Page 66 3. Convenient Features • NETWORK SERVICE HTTP PASSWORD Set a password for HTTP server. A password must be 10 characters or less. • CRESTRON ROOMVIEW for managing from the computer. DISABLE Disables ROOMVIEW. ENABLE Enables ROOMVIEW. CRESTRON CONTROL for managing from the controller. DISABLE Disables CRESTRON CONTROL.
Page 67: Projecting Your Computer's Screen Image From The Projector Via A Network
3. Convenient Features ❾ Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image from the Projector via a Network [NETWORK PROJECTOR] By selecting the projector connected to the same network as that of your PC, the PC screen image can be projected to the screen via network.
Page 68 3. Convenient Features • When operating with the main body, press briefly the “INPUT” button to display the [INPUT TERMINAL] screen of the on- screen menu. Press the ▼ button to select [8:ETHERNET] and then press the “ENTER” button to display the application menu screen. 2.
Page 69 3. Convenient Features Projecting the Image with Network Projector 1. Click [Start] from the desktop of Windows 7. 2. Click [All Programs]. 3. Click [Accessories]. 4. Click [Connect to a Network Projector]. When the [Permission Connect to a Network Projector] window appears,click [Yes.]. The “Connect to a Network Projector”...
Page 70 3. Convenient Features 7. Input the password to the password input box displayed by the operation at step 3 on page 53. 8. Click [Connect]. The network projector function works and the screen of Windows 7 is projected from the projector. •...
Page 71: ❿ Using The Projector To Operate Your Computer Via A Network [Remote Desktop]
3. Convenient Features ❿ Using the Projector to Operate Your Computer via a Network [REMOTE DESKTOP] • By selecting the PC connected to the same network as that of the projector, the PC screen image can be projected to the screen via network.
Page 72: Setting The Password To The User Account Of Windows 7
3. Convenient Features Setting the password to the user account of Windows 7 TIP: If a password has been set for an account, the steps 1 to 9 can be skipped. 1. Click [Start] from the desktop of Windows 7. 2.
Page 73: Starting The Remote Desktop
3. Convenient Features 4. Click [View status] displayed in blue on the right of [Local Area Connection] in the window. The [Local Area Connection Status] window appears. 5. Click [Details...]. Write down the value for “IPv4 IP Address” (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) displayed. 6.
Page 74 3. Convenient Features • When operating with the main body, press briefly the “INPUT” button to display the [INPUT TERMINAL] screen of the on- screen menu. Press the ▼ button to select [8:ETHERNET] and then press the “ENTER” button to display the application menu screen. The [REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION] window appears.
Page 75 3. Convenient Features Exiting the Remote Desktop 1. Operate the wireless keyboard to click [Start] from the desktop screen projected by the projector. 2. Click [X] on the right of the start menu. The remote desktop function is stopped. 3. Press the button for an input terminal other than “8/Ethernet” on the remote control. Switch the input terminal using the “INPUT”...
Page 76: Multi-Screen Projection
4. Multi-Screen Projection ❶ Things that can be done using multi-screen projection This projector can be used singly or arranged in multiple units for multi-screen projection. We will introduce an example using two projection screens here. Case 1 Using a single projector to project two types of videos at the same time [PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE] Case 2 Using four projectors (liquid crystal panel: XGA) to project video with a resolution of 1920 ×...
Page 77: Case 2. Using Four Projectors (Liquid Crystal Panel: Xga) To Project Videos With A Resolution Of 1920 × 1080 Pixels [Tiling]
4. Multi-Screen Projection Case 2. Using four projectors (liquid crystal panel: XGA) to project videos with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels [TILING] Connection example and projection image On-screen menu operations 1 Four similar videos are displayed when four projectors are projected. Please request the retail store to adjust the projection position of each projector.
Page 78 4. Multi-Screen Projection 2 Operate the on-screen menu using the four respective projectors to divide the image into four portions. Display [DISPLAY] → [MULTI SCREEN] → [PICTURE SETTING] Screen in the on-screen menu and select [TILING]. (1) In the screen for setting the number of horizontal units, select [2 UNITS]. (number of units in the horizontal direction) (2) In the screen for setting the number of vertical units, select [2 UNITS].
Page 79: Things To Note When Installing Projectors
4. Multi-Screen Projection Things to note when installing projectors • Leave sufficient space on the left and right of the projector so that the intake and exhaust vents of the projector are not ob- structed. When the intake and exhaust vents are obstructed, the temperature inside the projector will rise and this may result in a malfunction.
Page 80: ❷ Displaying Two Pictures At The Same Time
4. Multi-Screen Projection ❷ Displaying Two Pictures at the Same Time The projector has a feature that allows you to view two different signals simultaneously. You have two modes: PIP mode and PICTURE BY PICTURE mode. The projection video in the first screen display is known as the main display while the projection video that is called out subse- quently is known as the sub-display.
Page 81: Projecting Two Screens
4. Multi-Screen Projection Projecting two screens 1. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu and select [DISPLAY] → [PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE]. This displays the [PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE] screen in the on-screen menu. 2. Select [SUB INPUT] using the ▼/▲ buttons, and press the ENTER button. This displays the [SUB INPUT] screen.
Page 82: Switching The Main Display With The Sub-Display And Vice Versa
4. Multi-Screen Projection Switching the main display with the sub-display and vice versa 1. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu and select [DISPLAY] → [PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE]. This displays the [PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE] screen in the on-screen menu. 2.
Page 83: Restrictions
4. Multi-Screen Projection Restrictions • The following operations are enabled only for the main display. • Audio-visual adjustments • Video magnification / compression using the partial D-ZOOM/ZOOM +/− buttons. However, magnification / compression is up to the positions set in [PICTURE BY PICTURE BORDER] only. • TEST PATTERN • The following operations are enabled for both the main display and sub-display.
Page 84: ❸ Displaying A Picture Using [Edge Blending]
4. Multi-Screen Projection ❸ Displaying a Picture Using [EDGE BLENDING] A high resolution video can be projected on an even bigger screen by combining multiple projectors on the left, right, top and bottom.This projector is equipped with an “EDGE BLENDING Function” that makes the edges (boundaries) of the projection screen indistinguishable.
Page 85: Setting The Overlap Of Projection Screens
4. Multi-Screen Projection Preparation: • Turn on the projector and display a signal. • When performing settings or adjustments using the remote control, enable the [CONTROL ID] so as not to activate the other projectors. (→ page 118) Setting the overlap of projection screens ①...
Page 86 4. Multi-Screen Projection 4 Select [CONTROL] → [ON] and press the ENTER button. Each [TOP], [BOTTOM], [LEFT], [RIGHT], and [BLACK LEVEL] has its own [CONTROL], [MARKER], [RANGE], and [POSITION]. • For Projector A, set the [CONTROL] for the [TOP], [LEFT] and[BOTTOM] to [OFF]. Similarly for Projector B, set the [CONTROL] for the [TOP], [RIGHT] and [BOTTOM] to [OFF].
Page 87 4. Multi-Screen Projection 1 Adjust [RANGE]. Use the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the overlapped area. TIP: • Adjust to overlap one projector’ marker with the other projector’s marker. 2 Adjust [POSITION]. Use the ◀ or ▶ button to align one edge with the other edge of overlapped images. TIP: •...
Page 88: Black Level Adjustment
4. Multi-Screen Projection Black Level Adjustment This adjusts the black level of the overlapping area and the non-overlapping area of the multi-screen (EDGE BLENDING). Adjust the brightness level if you feel the difference is too large. NOTE: This function is enabled only when [MODE] is turned on. Adjustable area varies depending on what combination of [TOP], [BOTTOM], [LEFT] and [RIGHT] are turned on.
Page 89: Segmented Portions For Black Level Adjustment
4. Multi-Screen Projection 9-segmented portions for Black Level adjustment The center projector This function adjusts the brightness level of 9-segmented portions for the center projector and 4-segmented portions for the left bottom projector as shown below. TOP-CENTER TOP-LEFT TOP-RIGHT CENTER-LEFT CENTER-RIGHT CENTER BOTTOM-LEFT...
Page 90: Using On-Screen Menu
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❶ Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to display the menu. NOTE: The commands such as ENTER, EXIT, ▲▼, ◀▶...
Page 91: ❷ Menu Elements
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❷ Menu Elements Slide bar Slide bar Solid triangle Available buttons Source Menu mode Highlight Radio button ECO mode symbol Off Timer remaining time High Altitude symbol Thermometer symbol Key Lock symbol Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Highlight Indicates the selected menu or item.
Page 92: ❸ List Of Menu Items
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❸ List of Menu Items • Basic menu items are indicated by shaded area. Some menu items are not available depending on the input source. Menu Item Default Options 1:HDMI1 2:HDMI2 3:DisplayPort 4:BNC 5:BNC(CV) INPUT 6:BNC(Y/C) 7:COMPUTER 8:ETHERNET 9:USB-A...
Page 93 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Item Default Options STEREO VIEWER SINGLE SINGLE, DUAL LEFT, DUAL RIGHT STEREO FILTER SINGLE SINGLE, DUAL LEFT, DUAL RIGHT AUTO, OFF(2D), FRAME PACKING, SIDE BY SIDE(HALF), SIDE ADJUST 3D SETTINGS FORMAT AUTO BY SIDE(FULL), TOP AND BOTTOM, FRAME ALTERNATIVE, LINE ALTERNATIVE L/R INVERT OFF, ON...
Page 94 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Item Default Options ENGLISH, DEUTSCH, FRANÇAIS, ITALIANO, ESPAÑOL, SVENSKA, 日本語 DANSK, PORTUGUÊS, ČEŠTINA, MAGYAR, POLSKI, NEDERLANDS, SUOMI LANGUAGE ENGLISH , Ελληνικά, 中文, 한국어 NORSK, TÜRKÇE, РУССКИЙ, ROMÂNĂ, HRVATSKA, БЪЛГАРСКИ, INDONESIA, हिन् द ी, ไทย, , 繁體中文 COLOR SELECT COLOR COLOR, MONOCHROME...
Page 95 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Item Default Options MENU MODE ADVANCED ADVANCED, BASIC NOT SAVE SETTING VALUES OFF, ON ADMINISTRA- TOR MODE NEW PASSWORD CONFIRM PASSWORD ENABLE OFF, ON ACTIVE OFF, ON SUN, MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, MON-FRI, MON-SAT, EVERY TIME FUNCTION POWER, INPUT, ECO MODE...
Page 96 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Item Default Options PROFILES DISABLE, PROFILE 1, PROFILE 2 DHCP OFF, ON IP ADDRESS 192.168.0.10 SUBNET MASK 255.255.255.0 WIRED LAN GATEWAY 192.168.0.1 AUTO DNS OFF, ON DNS CONFIGURATION RECONNECT PROJECTOR NAME PROJECTOR NAME WU6181N Series HOST NAME rdpj DOMAIN...
Page 97 5. Using On-Screen Menu Menu Item Default Options LAMP LIFE REMAINING LAMP HOURS USED USAGE TIME FILTER HOURS USED TOTAL CARBON SAVINGS INPUT TERMINAL RESOLUTION HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY VERTICAL FREQUENCY SOURCE(1) SYNC TYPE SYNC POLARITY SCAN TYPE SOURCE NAME ENTRY NO. SIGNAL TYPE VIDEO TYPE BIT DEPTH...
Page 98: ❹ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Input]
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❹ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INPUT] 1:HDMI1 This projects the video of the device connected to the HDMI 1 IN terminal. 2:HDMI2 This projects the video of the device connected to the HDMI 2 IN terminal. 3:DisplayPort This projects the video of the device connected to the Display Port input terminal.
Page 99 5. Using On-Screen Menu Using the Entry List When any source adjustments are made, the adjustments are automatically registered in the Entry List. The (adjustment values of) registered signals can be loaded from the Entry List whenever necessary. However, only up to 100 patterns can be registered in the Entry List. When 100 patterns have been registered in the Entry List, an error message is then displayed and no additional patterns can be registered.
Page 100 5. Using On-Screen Menu Entering the currently projected signal into the Entry List [STORE] 1. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select any number. 2. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to select [STORE] and press the ENTER button. Calling up a signal from the Entry List [LOAD] Press the ▲...
Page 101 5. Using On-Screen Menu Cutting a signal from the Entry List [CUT] 1. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a signal you wish to delete. 2. Press the ◀, ▶, ▲, or ▼ button to select [CUT] and press the ENTER button. The signal will be deleted from the Entry List and the deleted signal will be displayed on the clipboard at the bottom of the Entry List.
Page 102: ❺ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Adjust]
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❺ Menu Descriptions & Functions [ADJUST] [PICTURE] [MODE] This function allows you to determine how to save settings for [DETAIL SETTINGS] of [PRESET] for each input. STANDARD ....Saves settings for each item of [PRESET] (Preset 1 through 7) PROFESSIONAL..Saves all the settings of [PICTURE] for each input.
Page 103 5. Using On-Screen Menu [DETAIL SETTINGS] [GENERAL] Storing Your Customized Settings [REFERENCE] This function allows you to store your customized settings in [PRESET 1] to [PRESET 7]. First, select a base preset mode from [REFERENCE], then set [GAMMA CORRECTION] and [COLOR TEMPERATURE]. HIGH-BRIGHT ....Recommended for use in a brightly lit room.
Page 104 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting Color Temperature [COLOR TEMPERATURE] This option allows you to select the color temperature of your choice. A value between 5000 K and 10500 K can be set in 100 K units. NOTE: When [PRESENTATION] or [HIGH-BRIGHT] is selected in [REFERENCE], this function is not available. Adjusting Brightness and Contrast [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] When set, the most optimal contrast ratio is adjusted according to the video.
Page 105 5. Using On-Screen Menu [SHARPNESS] Controls the detail of the image. [COLOR] Increases or decreases the color saturation level. [HUE] Varies the color level from +/− green to +/− blue. The red level is used as reference. Input signal CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR RGB system of “COMPUTER/DisplayPort/ HDMI COMPONENT system of “COMPUTER/Dis- playPort/HDMI Composite Video/S-Video USB-A, ETHERNET Yes = Adjustable, No = Not adjustable NOTE: •...
Page 106: [Image Options]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [IMAGE OPTIONS] Adjusting Clock and Phase [CLOCK/PHASE] This allows you to manually adjust CLOCK and PHASE. CLOCK ......Use this item to fine tune the computer image or to remove any vertical banding that might appear. This function adjusts the clock frequencies that eliminate the horizontal banding in the image.
Page 107 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position [HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL] Adjusts the image location horizontally and vertically. • An image can be distorted during the adjustment of [CLOCK] and [PHASE]. This is not malfunction. • The adjustments for [CLOCK], [PHASE], [HORIZONTAL], and [VERTICAL] will be stored in memory for the current signal. The next time you project the signal with the same resolution, horizontal and vertical frequency, its adjustments will be called up and applied.
Page 108 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting the Aspect Ratio [ASPECT RATIO] Use this function to select the screen’s vertical:horizontal aspect ratio. Select the screen type (4:3 screen, 16:9 screen or 16:10 screen) at the screen setting before setting the aspect ratio. (→ page 112) The projector automatically identifies the signal being input and sets the optimum aspect ratio.
Page 109 5. Using On-Screen Menu Options Function 16:10 The image is displayed in 16:10 aspect ratio NATIVE The projector displays the current image in its true resolution when the incoming computer signal has a lower or higher resolution than the projector’s native resolution. (→ page 2) When the incoming computer signal has a higher resolution than the projector's native resolution, the center of an image will be displayed.
Page 110: [Video]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [VIDEO] Using Noise Reduction [NOISE REDUCTION] When projecting a video image, you can use the [NOISE REDUCTION] function to reduce the screen noise (roughness and distor- tion). This device is equipped with three types of noise reduction functions. Select the function according to the type of noise. Depending on the noise level, the noise reduction effect can be set to [OFF], [LOW], [MEDIUM] or [HIGH].
Page 111 5. Using On-Screen Menu [SIGNAL TYPE] Selection of RGB and component signals. Normally, this is set to [AUTO]. Please change the setting if the color of the image remains unnatural. AUTO ........Automatically distinguishes RGB and component signals. RGB ........Switches to the RGB input. COMPONENT ....Switches to the component signal input.
Page 112: [3D Settings]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [3D SETTINGS] Please refer to “3-8 Projecting 3D videos” (→ page 39) for the operation. STEREO VIEWER Stack up a single or multiple projectors and carry out the settings for projecting 3D videos. Select the left / right settings of the 3D eyewear using the stereo viewer.
Page 113: ❻ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Display]
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❻ Menu Descriptions & Functions [DISPLAY] [PIP/PICTURE BY PICTURE] SUB INPUT Select the input signal to be displayed in the sub-display. Please refer to “4-2 Displaying Two Pictures at the Same Time” (→ page 65) for details on the operation. MODE Select either PIP or PICTURE BY PICTURE when switching to 2-screen display.
Page 114 5. Using On-Screen Menu TIP: The horizontal position and vertical position are the amount of movement from the reference points. For example, when TOP-LEFT is adjusted, the position is displayed with the same amount of movement even if displayed with other starting positions. The maximum amount of movement is half the resolution of the projector.
Page 115: [Geometric Correction]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [GEOMETRIC CORRECTION] KEYSTONE Display the trapezoid correction screen and adjust the trapezoidal distortion of the projection screen. To display the [KEYSTONE] screen, select → [DISPLAY] → [GEOMETRIC CORRECTION] → [KEYSTONE] in the on-screen menu. The [GEOMETRIC CORRECTION] screen can also be displayed by pressing the Geometric. button on the remote control. HORIZONTAL ....Adjustments when projecting from a diagonal direction to the screen.
Page 116 5. Using On-Screen Menu CORNERSTONE Display the 4-point correction screen and adjust the trapezoidal distortion of the projection screen. Please refer to “Correcting Horizontal and Vertical Keystone Distortion [CORNERSTONE]” (→ page 33) for details on the operation. HORIZONTAL CORNER/VERTICAL CORNER Distortion correction for corner projection such as wall surfaces.
Page 117 5. Using On-Screen Menu Adjustment method 1. Align the cursor with the [HORIZONTAL CORNER] or [VERTICAL CORNER] of the [GEOMETRIC CORRECTION] menu and then press the ENTER button. • The adjustment screen will be displayed. 2. Press the ▼▲◀▶ buttons to align the cursor (yellow box) with the target adjustment point and then press the ENTER button.
Page 118 5. Using On-Screen Menu PINCUSHION Adjust the curve distortion of the projection screen. TOP ........Adjust the curve distortion of the upper edge of the projection screen. BOTTOM......Adjust the curve distortion of the lower edge of the projection screen. LEFT RIGHT LEFT ........Adjust the curve distortion of the left edge of the projection screen.
Page 119: [Edge Blending]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [EDGE BLENDING] This adjusts the edges (boundaries) of the projection screen when projecting high resolution videos using a combination of several projectors in the up, down, left and right positions. MODE This enables or disables the EDGE BLENDING function. When MODE is set to ON, the TOP, BOTTOM, LEFT, RIGHT and BLACK LEVEL settings can be adjusted.
Page 120: [Multi Screen]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [MULTI SCREEN] WHITE BALANCE This adjusts the white balance for each projector when projecting using a combination of several projectors. This can be adjusted when [MODE] is set to [ON]. BRIGHTNESS W, BRIGHTNESS R, BRIGHTNESS G, BRIGHTNESS B ..........Adjusting the black color of the video.
Page 121 5. Using On-Screen Menu Conditions for using tiling • All the projectors need to fulfil the following conditions. • The panel size must be the same • The projection screen size must be the same • The left and right ends or top and bottom ends of the projection screen must be consistent. •...
Page 122: ❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setup]
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [SETUP] [MENU] Selecting Menu Language [LANGUAGE] You can choose one of 29 languages for on-screen instructions. NOTE: Your setting will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu. Selecting Menu Color [COLOR SELECT] You can choose between two options for menu color: COLOR and MONOCHROME.
Page 123 5. Using On-Screen Menu Turning On / Off Eco Message [ECO MESSAGE] This option turns on or off the following messages when the projector is turned on. The Eco Message prompts the user to save energy. When [OFF] is selected for [ECO MODE], you will get a message to prompt you to select [ON] for [ECO MODE].
Page 124: [Installation]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [INSTALLATION] Selecting Projector Orientation [ORIENTATION] This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection. NOTE: • Please consult the retail store if you require special installation services e.g. when mounting the projector to a ceiling. Never install the projector on your own. This may result in the projector falling down and causing injury to people.
Page 125 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Aspect Ratio and Position for Screen [SCREEN TYPE] Screen type Sets the aspect ratio of the projection screen. FREE The ratio of the liquid crystal panel is selected. Select this when projecting multi- screen and 17:9 screen (2K). 4:3 screen For a screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 screen...
Page 126 5. Using On-Screen Menu [LAMP MODE] When eco-mode is set to [ON], the CO emissions (calculated from the reduction in power consumption) of the projector can be reduced. The eco-mode reduces power consumption by mainly lowering the brightness of the lamp. As a result, the lamp replace- ment time (as a guide)* is extended.
Page 127: [Control]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [CONTROL] TOOLS ADMINISTRATOR MODE This allows you to select MENU MODE, save settings, and set a password for the administrator mode. MENU MODE Select either [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] menu. — (→ page 84) NOT SAVE SETTING Placing a check mark will not save your projector settings.
Page 128 5. Using On-Screen Menu PROGRAM TIMER This option turns on/standby the projector and changes video signals, and selects ECO mode automatically at a specified time. NOTE: • Before using [PROGRAM TIMER], make sure that the [DATE AND TIME] feature is set. (→ page 115) Make sure that the projector is in the standby condition with the POWER cord connected.
Page 129 5. Using On-Screen Menu FUNCTION .....Select a function to be executed. Selecting [POWER] will allow you to turn on or off the projector by setting [ADVANCED SETTINGS]. Selecting [INPUT] will allow you to select a video source by setting [ADVANCED SETTINGS].
Page 130 5. Using On-Screen Menu Activating the program timer 1. Select [ENABLE] on the [PROGRAM TIMER] screen and press the ENTER button. The selection screen will be displayed. 2. Press the ▼ button to align the cursor with [ON] and then press the ENTER button. Return to the [PROGRAM TIMER] screen.
Page 131 5. Using On-Screen Menu DATE AND TIME SETTINGS You can set the current time, month, date, and year. NOTE: The projector has a built-in clock. The clock will keep working for about 2 weeks after the main power is turned off. If the main power is off for 2 weeks or more, the built-in clock will cease.
Page 132 5. Using On-Screen Menu Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] This option turns on or off the CONTROL PANEL LOCK function. NOTE: • How to cancel the [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] When the [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] is set to [ON], press the EXIT button or the INPUT button on the main body for about 10 seconds to cancel the [CONTROL PANEL LOCK] setting.
Page 133 5. Using On-Screen Menu Setting ID to the Projector [CONTROL ID] You can operate multiple projectors separately and independently with the single remote control that has the CONTROL ID function. If you assign the same ID to all the projectors, you can conveniently operate all the projectors together using the single remote control.
Page 134 5. Using On-Screen Menu Turning On or Off Remote Sensor [REMOTE SENSOR] This option determines which remote sensor on the projector is enabled in wireless mode. The options are: FRONT/BACK, FRONT, BACK. TIP: • If the remote control system does not function when direct sunlight or strong illumination strikes the remote control sensor of the projector, change another option. Enabling Key Sound and Error Sound [BEEP] This feature turns on or off the button sound or alarm when an error occurs or the following operations are performed.
Page 135: [Network Settings]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [NETWORK SETTINGS] Important: • Consult with your network administrator about these settings. • When using a wired LAN, connect the Ethernet cable (LAN cable) to the Ethernet port on the projector. (→ page 166) TIP: The network settings you make will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu. About the Projector's [NETWORK SETTING].(→...
Page 136 5. Using On-Screen Menu WIRED LAN PROFILES • The settings for using the built-in Ethernet port in the projector can — be recorded in the projector memory in two ways. • Select [PROFILE 1] or [PROFILE 2] and then do settings for [DHCP] and the other options.
Page 137 5. Using On-Screen Menu PROJECTOR NAME PROJECTOR NAME Set a unique projector name. Up to 16 alphanumeric characters and symbols DOMAIN Set a host name and domain name of the projector. HOST NAME Set a host name of the projector. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters DOMAIN NAME...
Page 138 5. Using On-Screen Menu ALERT MAIL ALERT MAIL This option will notify your computer of lamp replace time or error — messages via e-mail when using wireless or wired LAN. Placing a checkmark will turn on the Alert Mail feature. Clearing a checkmark will turn off the Alert Mail feature.
Page 139 5. Using On-Screen Menu NETWORK SERVICE HTTP SERVER Set a password for your HTTP server. Up to 10 alphanumeric characters PJLink This option allows you to set a password when you use the PJLink feature. Up to 32 alphanumeric characters NOTE: •...
Page 140: [Source Options]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE OPTIONS] Setting Auto Adjust [AUTO ADJUST] This feature sets the Auto Adjust mode so that the computer signal can be automatically or manually adjusted for noise and stability. You can automatically make adjustment in two ways: [NORMAL] and [FINE]. OFF ........The computer signal will not be automatically adjusted.
Page 141 5. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Default Source [DEFAULT INPUT SELECT] You can set the projector to default to any one of its inputs each time the projector is turned on. LAST ........Sets the projector to default to the previous or last active input each time the projector is turned on. AUTO ........Searches for an active source in order of HDMI1 →...
Page 142: [Power Options]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [POWER OPTIONS] Selecting Power-saving in [STANDBY MODE] Setting the power consumption in the standby mode. NORMAL ......In the standby mode, the power consumption of the projector is 0.11 W (100-130 V)/0.16 W (200-240 V). In the standby mode, the POWER indicator lights up in red while the STATUS indicator will go off. •...
Page 143 5. Using On-Screen Menu Turning On the Projector by Detecting Input Signal [AUTO POWER ON SELECT] Under the condition of [NETWORK STANDBY], the projector automatically detects and projects synchronizing signal input from the selected terminals among Computer, HDMI1/2, DisplayPort by this function. OFF ........AUTO POWER ON SELECT function becomes inactive.
Page 144: Returning To Factory Default [Reset]
5. Using On-Screen Menu Returning to Factory Default [RESET] The RESET feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a (all) source (s) except the following: [CURRENT SIGNAL] Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels. The items that can be reset are: [PRESET], [CONTRAST], [BRIGHTNESS], [COLOR], [HUE], [SHARPNESS], [ASPECT RATIO], [HORI- ZONTAL], [VERTICAL], [CLOCK], [PHASE], and [OVERSCAN].
Page 145 5. Using On-Screen Menu Clearing the Filter Usage Hours [CLEAR FILTER HOURS] Resets the filter usage back to zero. Selecting this option displays submenu for a confirmation. Select [YES] and press the ENTER button. The [OFF] item is selected for [FILTER MESSAGE] at the time of shipment. When [OFF] is selected, you do not need to clear the filter usage hour.
Page 146: ❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Info.]
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [INFO.] Displays the status of the current signal and lamp usage. This item has nine pages. The information included is as follows: TIP: Pressing the HELP button on the remote control will show the [INFO.] menu items. [USAGE TIME] The sub-menu tab in the [INFO.] display will become [USAGE TIME]/[SOURCE(1)]/[SOURCE(2)]/[WIRED LAN]/[VERSION(1)]/[VER- SION(2)]/[OTHERS]/[CONDITIONS].
Page 147: [Source(1)]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE(1)] INPUT TERMINAL RESOLUTION HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY VERTICAL FREQUENCY SYNC TYPE SYNC POLARITY SCAN TYPE SOURCE NAME ENTRY NO. [SOURCE(2)] SIGNAL TYPE VIDEO TYPE BIT DEPTH VIDEO LEVEL LINK RATE LINK LANE 3D FORMAT [SOURCE(3)] INPUT TERMINAL RESOLUTION HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY SYNC TYPE...
Page 148: [Source(4)]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [SOURCE(4)] SIGNAL TYPE VIDEO TYPE BIT DEPTH VIDEO LEVEL LINK RATE LINK LANE 3D FORMAT [WIRED LAN] IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK GATEWAY MAC ADDRESS [VERSION(1)] FIRMWARE DATA SUB-CPU [VERSION(2)] FIRMWARE...
Page 149: [Others]
5. Using On-Screen Menu [OTHERS] DATE TIME PROJECTOR NAME MODEL NO. SERIAL NUMBER CONTROL ID (when [CONTROL ID] is set) [CONDITIONS] INTAKE TEMPERATURE EXHAUST TEMPERATURE INSTALLATION POSITION X-AXIS Y-AXIS Z-AXIS About the X-AXIS, Y-AXIS and Z-AXIS CONDITIONS * Arrow direction of the Z-AXIS in the figure represents the top of the projector. X-AXIS ......Display the projector image at an angle of −100 – +100 X-AXIS value of degrees to the horizontal in the X-axis direction.
Page 150 5. Using On-Screen Menu Z-AXIS ......Display the projector image at an angle of −100 – +100 Z-AXIS value of degrees to the vertical in the Z-axis direction. the projector Horizontal plane Z-axis Gravity direction...
Page 151: ❾ Application Menu
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❾ Application Menu When [ETHERNET] is selected from the [INPUT] menu, the application menu [APPLICATION MENU] will be displayed. The application menu allows you to set up the User Supportware and Network Settings (NETWORK SETTINGS). The User Supportware is contained on the supplied CD-ROM. [ADVANCED] and [BASIC] can be selected in the [MENU MODE] under [SETUP] →...
Page 152: Network Projector
5. Using On-Screen Menu NETWORK PROJECTOR This shows information for projector name, resolution, and network (wired/wireless) which are required to use Network Projector. Use this information to set up for your computer. REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION This allows you to set up for computer name entry and effects for Remote Desktop. NOTE: •...
Page 153: Network Settings(Mm)
5. Using On-Screen Menu NETWORK SETTINGS(MM) Important: • Consult with your network administrator about these settings. • When using a wired LAN, connect the LAN cable (Ethernet cable) to the Ethernet port (LAN) of the projector. (→ page 166) • When using a wireless LAN, attach the wireless LAN unit sold separately to the projector. (→ page 167) TIP: The [NETWORK SETTINGS(MM)] you make will not be affected even when [RESET] is done from the menu.
Page 154 5. Using On-Screen Menu WIRED LAN or WIRELESS LAN (ADVANCED menu only) PROFILES • Up to two settings for the Ethernet port or USB wireless LAN unit — can be stored in memory of the projector. Total of four settings can be stored.
Page 155 5. Using On-Screen Menu DHCP Place a check mark to automatically assign an IP address to the projector — from your DHCP server. Clear this check box to register the IP address or subnet mask number obtained from your network administrator. IP ADDRESS Set your IP address of the network connected to the projector when Up to 12 numeric char-...
Page 156 5. Using On-Screen Menu SECURITY This will turn on or off the encryption mode for secure transmission. — To use encryption, specify a WEP key or encryption key. Select your security type appropriate for your computer and the wireless LAN unit. DISABLE ......Will not turn on the encryption feature.
Page 157 5. Using On-Screen Menu When [WPA-PSK], [WPA-EAP], [WPA2-PSK], or [WPA2-EAP] is selected for [SECURITY TYPE] ENCRYPTION TYPE Select [TKIP] or [AES]. Enter encryption key. Key length must be 8 or greater and 63 or less.
Page 158 5. Using On-Screen Menu [AUTHENTICATION] (required for wireless only) Setting is required for using WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP. Preparation before setting Select a wireless LAN compliant WPA-EAP or WPA2-EAP authentication and install a digital certificate on the projector. 1. Set [DATE AND TIME] on the projector. (→ page 116) 2.
Page 159 5. Using On-Screen Menu 4. Select [SITE SURVEY] and press the ENTER button. The “SSID” list will be displayed. 5. Select a connecting SSID, and then select [OK]. Finally press the ENTER button. • Select the SSID for which WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is set. •...
Page 160 5. Using On-Screen Menu 11. Select the [AUTHENTICATION] tab. The [AUTHENTICATION] page will be displayed. Select either [EAP-TLS] or [PEAP-MSCHAPv2] for [EAP TYPE]. The setting items vary depending on the EAP type. See the table below. EAP Type Setting Item Note EAP-TLS User Name...
Page 161 5. Using On-Screen Menu 13. Select [CLIENT CERTIFICATE] and press the ENTER button. A list of files ([FILES] screen) will be displayed. • For operating the [FILES] screen. • To return to the [AUTHENTICATION] page, press the EXIT button. NOTE: Installing a digital certificate You can install each digital certificate (client certificate and CA certificate) for [PROFILE 1 (or 2)] on a file-by-file basis.
Page 162 5. Using On-Screen Menu 17. On the [FILES] screen, select a digital certificate (DER format file) saved in your USB memory device and press the ENTER button. • Select your root CA certificate here. The selected digital certificate will be installed on the projector. 18.
Page 163 5. Using On-Screen Menu 15. After completing setting a user name, select the [PASSWORD] field and press the ENTER button. The character entry screen (software keyboard) will be displayed. Set a password. • A password must be 32 characters or less. 16.
Page 164 5. Using On-Screen Menu 18. After completing required settings, select [OK] and press the ENTER button. The [WIRELESS] page will be returned. 19. Select [RECONNECT] and press the ENTER button. 20. Select [OK] and press the ENTER button. This will complete setting [PEAP-MSCHAPv2] for [EAP TYPE] in [WPA-EAP] or [WPA2-EAP]. TIP: Clearing the digital certificate that is installed on the projector To clear the digital certificate installed on the projector, follow the steps below.
Page 165 5. Using On-Screen Menu WPS(MM) When the wireless LAN access point connected to the projector supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™), you can use PIN method or push button method to set up the wireless LAN for the projector. PIN TYPE Set a 4-digit or 8 digit-PIN code of WPS for your access point to complete setting for the SSID security.
Page 166 5. Using On-Screen Menu HOST NAME (ADVANCED menu only) Setting up the host name of the projector. HOST NAME Set a host name of the projector. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters...
Page 167 5. Using On-Screen Menu HTTP SERVER (ADVANCED menu only) Password setting when using a HTTP server. HTTP SERVER Set a password for your HTTP server. Up to 10 alphanumeric characters...
Page 168: Connecting To Other Equipment
6. Connecting to Other Equipment ❶ Mounting a lens (sold separately) Six separate bayonet style lenses can be used with this projector. The descriptions here are for the Standard lens Type1 (2x zoom) lens. Mount other lenses in the same manner. NOTE: •...
Page 169: Removing The Lens
6. Installation and Connections 4. Turn the lens clockwise. Turn until a click is heard. The lens is now fastened onto the projector. TIP: Mounting the lens theft prevention screw Fasten the lens theft prevention screw included with the projector to the bottom of the projector so that the lens cannot be removed easily.
Page 170: ❷ Making Connections
6. Installation and Connections ❷ Making Connections A computer cable, BNC cable (5-core type), HDMI cable, or a DisplayPort cable can be used to connect to a computer. The connection cable is not enclosed with the projector. Please get ready a suitable cable for the connection. Analog RGB signal connection •...
Page 171: Digital Rgb Signal Connection
6. Installation and Connections Digital RGB signal connection • Connect a commercially available HDMI cable between the computer’s HDMI output connector and the projector’s HDMI1 or HDMI2 input connector. • Connect a commercially available DisplayPort cable between the computer’s DisplayPort output connector and the projector’s DisplayPort input connector.
Page 172 6. Installation and Connections Cautions when connecting an HDMI cable • Use a certified High Speed HDMI Cable or High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet. ® ® Cautions when connecting a DisplayPort cable • Use a certified DisplayPort cable. • Depending on the computer, some time may be required until the image is displayed.
Page 173 6. Installation and Connections Cautions when using a DVI signal • When the computer has a DVI output connector, use a commercially available converter cable to connect the computer to the projector’s HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input connector (only digital video signals can be input). Also, connect the computer’s audio output to the projector’s BNC audio input connector.
Page 174: Connecting An External Monitor
6. Installation and Connections Connecting an External Monitor HDM I OUT AUDI O OUT Stereo mini-plug audio cable (not supplied) HDMI cable (not supplied) HDM I I N AUDI O I N Computer cable (VGA) (not supplied) You can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the computer analog image you’re projecting.
Page 175: Connecting Your Blu-Ray Player Or Other Av Equipment
6. Installation and Connections Connecting Your Blu-ray Player or Other AV Equipment Component video signal/S-video signal connection AUDI O I N Audio cable (not supplied) BNC cable (not supplied) Audio equipment Audio cable (not supplied) • Select the source name for its appropriate input connector after turning on the projector. INPUT button on the projector Input connector Button on the remote control...
Page 176: Connecting Component Input
6. Installation and Connections Connecting Component Input AUDI O I N COM PUTER I N AUDI O I N 15-pin - to - RCA (female) × 3 cable BNC (male) - to - RCA (male) conversion cable × 3 (sold adapter (ADP-CV1E) commercially) Stereo mini plug - to - RCA audio cable (not sup-...
Page 177: Connecting Hdmi Input
6. Installation and Connections Connecting HDMI Input You can connect the HDMI output of your Blu-ray player, hard disk player, or notebook type PC to the HDMI 1 IN or HDMI 2 IN connector of your projector. HDM I 1 I N HDM I 2 I N HDMI cable (not supplied) Use High Speed HDMI...
Page 178: Portrait Projection (Vertical Orientation)
6. Installation and Connections Portrait projection (vertical orientation) Portrait screens from a computer can be projected by installing the projector in a vertical orientation. All the screens such as the on-screen menu will be rotated in an counter-clockwise direction. The projector is equipped with a sensor to automatically detect the installation state.
Page 179 6. Installation and Connections Reference drawings * The drawing showing the dimensional requirements is not an actual stand design drawing. [Side View] [Front View] [Bottom View] Screw holes for 4 - M4 use 310 or greater Filter cover Tilt foot (remove) Rear foot 130 or...
Page 180 6. Installation and Connections 3. Slide the securing lever towards the top until it comes to a stop and then turn the screws to the right to tighten them. • Tighten the screws while pressing the securing lever towards the top. * Loosen the screws first before re-adjusting the lens shift.
Page 181: Connecting To A Wired Lan
6. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Wired LAN The projector comes standard with a Ethernet port (RJ-45) which provides a LAN connection using a LAN cable. To use a LAN connection, you are required to set the LAN on the projector menu. Select [SETUP] → [NETWORK SETTINGS] → [WIRED LAN].
Page 182: Connecting To A Wireless Lan (Sold Separately)
6. Installation and Connections Connecting to a Wireless LAN (sold separately) The separately sold wireless LAN unit allows you to use a wireless LAN environment. When using the projector in a wireless LAN environment, the IP address and other settings must be made on the projector. Important: •...
Page 183: To Remove The Wireless Lan Unit
6. Installation and Connections 1. Press the button to set the projector to the standby mode, then disconnect the power cord. Wait for the projector to fully cool off. 2. Press down on the buttons on the left and right and then pull the filter cover towards you to open it.
Page 184 6. Installation and Connections 6. Close the filter cover. After closing, push the filter cover near the buttons until a “click” sound is heard. The filter cover will be secured in position. Button To remove the wireless LAN unit 1. Remove the filter unit following steps 1 to 3 above. 2.
Page 185: Example Of Wireless Lan Connection
6. Installation and Connections Example of wireless LAN connection (Network Type → Infrastructure) PC with wireless LAN card PC with built-in wireless inserted LAN function USB Wireless LAN Unit Wireless access point Wired LAN (Network Type → Ad Hoc) USB Wireless LAN Unit PC with built-in wireless PC with wireless LAN card LAN function...
Page 186: Maintenance
7. Maintenance This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the filters, the lens, the cabinet, and to replace the lamp and the filters. ❶ Cleaning the Filters The air-filter sponge keeps dust and dirt from getting inside the projector and should be frequently cleaned. If the filter is dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat.
Page 187 7. Maintenance 2. Remove the filter unit by pulling out the tab. Filter unit 3. Remove the four filters. Hold and remove the filters fitted to the two sides of the filter unit. 4. Use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum all the dust inside. Get rid of dust in the filter.
Page 188 7. Maintenance 6. Attach 4 new filters to both sides of the filter unit. Flange The installation locations of the filters are differentiated by whether there are any slits (notches). Install the filter under the flange around the filter unit as follows. Knob (1) Attach the 2 filters with transparent frames fitted to the grips to the side of the filter unit where the knob is located.
Page 189: ❷ Cleaning The Lens
7. Maintenance ❷ Cleaning the Lens • Turn off the projector before cleaning. • The projector has a plastic lens. Use a commercially available plastic lens cleaner. • Do not scratch or mar the lens surface as a plastic lens is easily scratched. •...
Page 190: ❹ Replacing The Lamp And The Filters
Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your Ricoh dealer for lamp replacement.
Page 191 7. Maintenance To replace the lamp: 1. Remove the lamp cover. (1) Loosen the lamp cover screw • The lamp cover screw is not removable. (2) Pull the bottom of the lamp cover towards you and remove it. 2. Remove the lamp housing. (1) Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition.
Page 192 7. Maintenance 3. Install a new lamp housing. (1) Insert a new lamp housing until the lamp housing is plugged into the socket. (2) Position so that the guide hole in the bottom right of the lamp house is over the protrusion on the projector then press all the way in.
Page 193 7. Maintenance To replace the filters: Four filters are packaged with the replacement lamp. Honeycomb filter (coarse mesh): Large and small sizes (attached to the outside of the filter unit) Accordion filter (fine mesh): Large and small sizes (attached to the inside of the filter unit) NOTE: •...
Page 194 7. Maintenance 3. Remove the four filters. Hold onto the filters fitted to both sides of the filter unit to remove the filter unit. 4. Remove dust from the filter unit and the filter cover. Clean both outside and inside. 5.
Page 195: User Supportware
8. User Supportware ❶ Operating Environment for Software Included on CD-ROM Names and Features of Bundled Software Programs Name of software program Features Projection Utility • This is a software program used to project your computer’s screen, streaming movie, or sound from the computer over the wired/wireless network. The computer cable (VGA) is not required.
Page 196: Download Service
Download service For the update information about these software programs, visit our website: URL: http://www.ricoh.com/downloads/ Operating Environment The following is the operating environment for Projection Utility. For the operating environment of other software program, refer to the help function of each software program.
Page 197 8. User Supportware Network environment Wired or wireless LAN required that supports TCP/IP * The following LAN adapters are verified to work with Projection Utility: • Wired LAN adapter built into Mac • Wireless LAN adapter built into Mac • Apple USB Ethernet adapter •...
Page 198: ❷ Installing Software Program
8. User Supportware ❷ Installing Software Program Installation for Windows software NOTE: • To install or uninstall each software program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista) . • Exit all running programs before installation. If another program is running, the installation may not be completed. 1 Insert the accompanying CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
Page 199 8. User Supportware 2 Click a software program you wish to install on the menu window. The installation will start. • Follow the instructions on the installer screens to complete the installation. TIP: Uninstalling a Software Program Preparation: Exit the software program before uninstalling. To uninstall the software program, the Windows user account must have “Admin- istrator”...
Page 200: Using On Mac Os
• Uninstalling a software program 1. Put the “Projection Utility” folder to the Trash icon. 2. Put the configuration file of Projection Utility to the Trash icon. • The configuration file of Projection Utility is located in “/Users/<your user name>/Library/Preferences/jp.ricoh.projection- Utility.plist”.
Page 201: (Projection Utility)
8. User Supportware ❸ Projecting Your Computer’s Screen Image or Video from the Projector over a LAN (Projection Utility) Using Projection Utility contained on the supplied CD-ROM allows you to send the computer’s screen image to the projector over a wired or wireless LAN. Projection Utility is a program compatible with Windows.
Page 202 8. User Supportware Using on Windows Step 1: install Projection Utility on the computer. NOTE: • To install or uninstall the program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 7, Windows Vista). • Exit all running programs before installation. If another program is running, the installation may not be completed. •...
Page 203 Connect the projector to the LAN by following the instructions in “Connecting to a Wired LAN” (→ page 166) and “9. Controlling the Projector by Using an HTTP Browser” (→ page 42) Step 3: Start Projection Utility. 1. On Windows, click “Start” → “All programs” → “Ricoh Projector UserSupportware” → “Projection Utility” → “Projection Utility”. Projection Utility will start.
Page 204 8. User Supportware 5. Operate the control window. (2) (3) (4) (5) (Streaming) .Displays the streaming window. Movie files on the PC can be transferred to the projector via the network and played on the projector. Refer to “Movie streaming function” in the help file of Projection Utility. (Source) ..Selects an input source of the projector.
Page 205 The Help screen will be displayed. • Displaying the help file using the Start Menu. Click “Start” → “All programs” or “Programs” → “Ricoh Projector User Supportware” → “Projection Utility” → “Projection Utility Help”. The Help screen will be displayed.
Page 206: Starting Projection Utility From A Usb Memory Or Sd Card
8. User Supportware Starting Projection Utility from a USB Memory or SD Card Projection Utility can be started from commercially available removable media such USB memory or SD cards if it is copied be- forehand. This will eliminate the trouble of installing Projection Utility to your computer. 1.
Page 207 8. User Supportware Using on Mac OS Step 1: Install Projection Utility for Mac OS on the computer 1. Insert the accompanying CD-ROM in your Mac CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM icon will be displayed on the desktop. 2. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. The CD-ROM window will be displayed.
Page 208: Projecting An Image From An Angle (Geometric Correction Tool In Projection Utility)
8. User Supportware ❹ Projecting an Image from an Angle (Geometric Correction Tool in Projection Utility) The Geometric Correction Tool (GCT) function allows you to correct distortion of images projected even from an angle. What you can do with GCT •...
Page 209 8. User Supportware 3. Use the mouse to click the [ • ] mark of which corner you wish to move. The currently selected [ • ] mark will turn red. (In the above example, Windows screens are omitted for clarification.) 4.
Page 210: Projecting Images From The Projector Over A Lan (Advanced Network Utility)
When “Meeting Mode” is used, projected images can be sent and received between two or more computers. • High-speed, high-quality image transmissions based on Ricoh’s original compression algorithm Ricoh’s original compression algorithm allows high-quality images to be sent over the network at high speed, from your computer to the projector.
Page 211: Connecting The Projector To A Lan
8. User Supportware • Projected images can be transferred and saved to computers. When “Meeting Mode” is used, projected images can be sent to the computers of all the participants (attendants) of a “Meet- ing”. The received images can be saved to your computer with a memo (text data) attached. Attendant Attendant Presenter...
Page 212: Basic Operation Of Advanced Network Utility
• Connecting projector 1 Turn on the power to the projector for which LAN has been set. 2 Click Windows [Start] → [All Programs] → [Ricoh Projector User Supportware] → [Advanced Network Utility] → [Ad- vanced Network Utility ], in that order.
Page 213 8. User Supportware 4 Check( ) the projector to connect and click [Connect]. If the name of the projector to connect is not on the list or if it is hidden, click [Update]. The screen of your computer will be projected from the projector. At this time, the input signal of the projector will automatically change to “ETHERNET”.
Page 214 8. User Supportware • Stopping or resuming the transmission of images The transmission of the screen of the computer to the projector can be temporarily stopped and then resumed. 1 Click the projector icon ( ) on the Windows taskbar. A pop-up menu will be displayed.
Page 215: Holding Conferences
8. User Supportware Holding Conferences • Holding conferences 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 in “Connecting projector” of “Sending Images to Projector” (→ page 197). The screen of your computer will be projected from the projector. • Disclose a file to the participants of the conference. NOTE: To disclose a file to the participants, selection can be made only in folder units.
Page 216: Participating In Conference
Participating in Conference • Participating in conferences 1 Click Windows [Start] → [All Programs] → [Ricoh Projector User Supportware] → [Advanced Network Utility] → [Ad- vanced Network Utility ], in that order. The “Selection Of Network Connections” window will be displayed.
Page 217 8. User Supportware 3 Click the Meeting Name to participate, and click [Connect]. The computer will be connected to the selected conference and the attendant window will be displayed. If the presenter selects “Send to PC And Projector”, the image projected from the projector is displayed in the attendant window.
Page 218 8. User Supportware • Saving received images 1 Click [Memo] in the attendant window. A memo pane will be displayed. 2 Click [Save Image] in the attendant window. The image displayed in the attendant window will be saved. • The saved image is added to the memo list and a thumbnail is displayed. •...
Page 219 8. User Supportware • Downloading disclosed file 1 Click [File Transfer] in the attendant window. The “File Transfer” window will be opened. 2 Select a file to download, and click [Download]. Downloading will begin. The progress of the downloading is displayed at the lower left of the window. 3 When downloading is complete, click [File] in the “File Transfer”...
Page 220 8. User Supportware • Changing presenter Three types of settings may be made to change the presenter: “Not Approved”, “Approved”, and “Changing Prohibited” (these can be selected only by the presenter). In the following example, “Not Approved” is selected. • Click [Become A Presenter] in the attendant window.
Page 221: Jpeg Conversion Tool
8. User Supportware ❻ JPEG Conversion Tool The JPEG Conversion Tool converts JPEG files not supported by the projector, image files in other formats, PowerPoint files, and other similar files into JPEG files. Installing JPEG Conversion Tool NOTE: • To install or uninstall each software program, the Windows user account must have “Administrator” privilege (Windows 7, Windows Vista) . •...
Page 222: ❼ Managing The Projector Using Projector Management Utility
8. User Supportware ❼ Managing the Projector Using Projector Management Utility Projector Management Utility conforms to the PJLink class 1 standards, and is compatible with all class 1 commands. A maximum of 100 projectors connected to the network can be managed using one computer. Operating environment Supported OS Windows 8/8.1 (Core Edition)
Page 223: Using The Viewer
9. Using the Viewer ❶ What you can do with the Viewer The Viewer feature allows you to view slides or movie files stored on a USB memory on the projector, or a shared folder in a computer connected to the network. The Viewer has the following features.
Page 224: Supported Usb Memory Devices
9. Using the Viewer NOTE: • Movie files converted by using the video/audio format which is not supported by this projector cannot be played back. In this case, there will be no icon to show that playback is not possible. •...
Page 225 9. Using the Viewer Notices on shared folder and media server • Files from a shared folder or media server may not be projected if security or antivirus software is installed on your computer. • Open the following firewall ports: - Media server Port number Protocol...
Page 226: ❷ Projecting Images Stored In A Usb Memory Device
9. Using the Viewer ❷ Projecting images stored in a USB memory device This section explains the basic operation of the Viewer. The explanation provides the operational procedure when the Viewer toolbar is set to the factory default. Preparation: Before starting the Viewer, store images to the USB memory using your computer. Starting the Viewer 1.
Page 227 9. Using the Viewer 4. Press the ▶ button to select “USB1” and press the ENTER button. The “USB1” thumbnail screen will be displayed. TIP: • For more information about thumbnail screen, see page 216. 5. Use the ▲▼◀ or ▶ button to select an icon. The →...
Page 228: Exiting The Viewer
9. Using the Viewer • Movie file The movie file will start playing. After finishing the playback, the screen will turn to black. Press the EXIT button to return to the thumbnail screen. • Pressing the ENTER button will display the movie’s control bar with which you can pause or fastforward and some other operations.
Page 229: Names And Functions Of Viewer Screen
9. Using the Viewer Names and functions of Viewer screen The Viewer has three screens: Drive list screen, Thumbnail screen, and Slide screen. Cursor (yellow) Cursor (yellow) Menu Menu Scroll bar Folder icon [Drive list screen] [Thumbnail screen] Path information Drive information/File information Operation button guide Menu guide...
Page 230 9. Using the Viewer Functions Name Description REFRESH Displays additional media servers in the drive list screen. OPTIONS Opens the OPTIONS menu. SLIDE SETTING Sets up slides. (→ page 219) MOVIE SETTING Sets up movie files. (→ page 220) AUTO PLAY SETTING Sets up auto play.
Page 231: Menu Operation
9. Using the Viewer • Thumbnail screen Displays a list of folders, thumbnails, and icons in the drive selected on the drive list screen. Menu operation Use the ▼ or ▲ button to move the cursor up or down. Select the menu item and press the ENTER button to display the •...
Page 232 9. Using the Viewer • Slide screen (still image/movie) Plays a file selected from a list of thumbnails or icons. Control bar operation • The control bar will be displayed only when a still image (or index file) and a movie file is selected. •...
Page 233 9. Using the Viewer Functions of movie control bar Name Description PREV Goes back to the beginning of a movie file. • Goes back to the beginning of the previous movie file if executed immediately after being started playing. Fast-rewinds a movie file for about 7 seconds. PLAY/PAUSE PLAY Plays a movie file.
Page 234: Viewer Option Settings
9. Using the Viewer Viewer option settings • SLIDE SETTING Sets still images or slides. Name Options Description SCREEN SIZE BEST FIT Displays the image with its aspect ratio in the projector’s displayable maximum resolution. ACTUAL SIZE Displays the image in its actual size. PLAY MODE MANUAL Selects manual play.
Page 235 9. Using the Viewer • MOVIE SETTING Sets the functions for a movie file. Name Options Description SCREEN SIZE BEST FIT Displays the image with its aspect ratio in the projector’s displayable maximum resolution. ACTUAL SIZE Displays the image in its actual size. REPEAT Turns on or off the repeat function.
Page 236 9. Using the Viewer • SORT SETTING Sets the order of displaying thumbnails or slides. Name Options Description SORT NAME (ABC..) Displays the files alphabetically by name in ascending order. NAME (ZYX..) Displays the files alphabetically by name in descending order. EXT.
Page 237: Projecting Data From Shared Folder
9. Using the Viewer ❸ Projecting data from shared folder Shared folder Wireless LAN Projector Shared folder Preparation For projector: Connect the projector to the network. For computer: Place files to be projected in a shared folder and note the folder’s path. Memorize or write down the path for later use. •...
Page 238 9. Using the Viewer • When the OPTIONS menu is displayed, the drive list will not be displayed. 3. Display the [SHARED FOLDER] screen. Press the ▼ button to select the (SHARED FOLDER) icon and press the ENETR button. 4. Select a folder number and place to enable it. Press the ◀...
Page 239 9. Using the Viewer 6. Exit the setting. Press the ▼ button to select [OK] and press the ENTER button. This will close the [SHARED FOLDER] screen. • If an error message appear, your settings are not correct. Try again.
Page 240: Disconnecting The Shared Folder From The Projector
9. Using the Viewer Disconnecting the shared folder from the projector • Disable the number of a shared folder you wish to disconnect Press the ▼ button to select [ENABLE] and press the ENTER button to clear it. TIP: • Connecting settings for Shared folder Settings of up to four folders can be saved.
Page 241: Projecting Data From Media Server
9. Using the Viewer ❹ Projecting data from media server Media server Wireless LAN Media server Projector Media server Preparation For projector: Connect the projector to the network. For computer: Prepare image files or movie files to be projected, and set up “Media Sharing” in Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Player 12.
Page 242 9. Using the Viewer 3. Select “Share my media” check box, and then select OK. A list of accessible devices will be displayed. 4. Select “WU6181N Series” and then “Allow”. A check mark will be added to the “WU6181N Series” icon. •...
Page 243: Setting Up "Media Sharing" In Windows Media Player 12
9. Using the Viewer Setting up “Media Sharing” in Windows Media Player 12 1. Start Windows Media Player 12. 2. Select “Stream”, and then select “Automatically allow devices to play my media”. The “Allow All Media Devices” windows will be displayed. 3.
Page 244: Connecting The Projector To The Media Server
9. Using the Viewer Connecting the projector to the media server Press the 9/USB-A button on the remote control. The VIEWER will start. • When operating with the main body, use the “INPUT” button to select [9:USB-A]. • This will start searching for a computer with “media sharing” enabled in the network and add it to the “Media server” of the thumbnail screen.
Page 245: Disconnecting The Projector From The Media Server
9. Using the Viewer Disconnecting the projector from the media server 1. Display the OPTIONS menu. Press the ▼ button to select the [OPTIONS] icon and select the ENTER button. 2. Display the MEDIA SERVER setting screen. Press the ▼ button to select the MEDIA SERVER icon and press the ENTER button. 3.
Page 246: 10. Appendix
10. Appendix ❶ Throw distance and screen size Six separate bayonet style lenses can be used on this projector. Refer to the information on this page and use a lens suited for the installation environment (screen size and throw distance). For instructions on mounting the lens, see page 153. Lens types and throw distance WUXGA Type Screen size...
Page 247 10. Appendix WXGA Type Screen size Lens model name Replacement Lens Replacement Lens Replacement Lens Standard Lens Type1 Replacement Lens Replacement Lens Type1 Type8 Type2 Type3 Type4 30" 0.7 - 1.0 40" 1.0 - 1.3 1.2 - 2.5 60" 1.0 - 1.3 1.5 - 2.0 1.9 - 3.8 3.7 - 6.0...
Page 248 10. Appendix Ex.: Throw distance when projecting on a 150" screen with the XGA Type using the Standard Lens Type1: According to the “Screen Size (for reference)” table ( page 234), H (screen width) = 304.8 cm. The throw distance is 304.8 cm × 1.5 to 304.8 cm × 3.0 = 457.2 cm to 914.4 cm (because of the zoom lens). Projection range for the different lenses WUXGA Type: 0.7–2.6 m Replacement...
Page 249: Tables Of Screen Sizes And Dimensions
10. Appendix Tables of screen sizes and dimensions WUXGA Type/WXGA Type Size (inches) Screen width Screen height (inches) (cm) (inches) (cm) 25.4 64.6 15.9 40.4 Screen 16:10 screen size (diagonal) height 33.9 86.2 21.2 53.8 50.9 129.2 31.8 80.8 67.8 172.3 42.4 107.7...
Page 250: Lens Shifting Range
10. Appendix Lens shifting range This projector is equipped with a lens shift function for adjusting the position of the projected image by turning the lens shift dials. The lens can be shifted within the range shown below. NOTE: • The lens shift function cannot be used when using the Replacement Lens Type1 lens. •...
Page 251 10. Appendix Lens shift table Applicable type Drawing number Lens unit Replacement Lens Replacement Lens Standard Lens Replacement Lens Replacement Lens Type8 Type2 Type1 Type3 Type4 ① WUXGA Type 50% V 50% V 50% V 50% V 50% V ② 10% V 10% V 10% V...
Page 252: ❷ Compatible Input Signal List
10. Appendix ❷ Compatible Input Signal List Analog Computer Signal Signal Resolution ( dots ) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate ( Hz ) 640 × 480 4 : 3 60/72/75/85/iMac SVGA 800 × 600 4 : 3 56/60/72/75/85/iMac 1024 × 768 4 : 3 60/70/75/85/iMac XGA+...
Page 253 10. Appendix HDMI Signal Resolution ( dots ) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate ( Hz ) 640 × 480 4 : 3 SVGA 800 × 600 4 : 3 1024 × 768 4 : 3 1280 × 720 16 : 9 1280 ×...
Page 254 10. Appendix DisplayPort Signal Resolution ( dots ) Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate ( Hz ) 640 × 480 4 : 3 SVGA 800 × 600 4 : 3 1024 × 768 4 : 3 1280 × 720 16 : 9 1280 ×...
Page 255: ❸ Specifications
10. Appendix ❸ Specifications Model name RICOH PJ WU6181N/WX6181N/X6181N Method Three primary color liquid crystal shutter projection method Specifications of main parts Liquid crystal panel Size X6181N: 0.79" (with MLA) × 3 (aspect ratio: 4:3) WX6181N: 0.76" (with MLA) × 3 (aspect ratio: 16:10) WU6181N: 0.76"...
Page 256 Audio: LPCM; up to 2 ch, sample rate 32/44.1/48 KHz, sample bit; 16/20/24-bit *6 95 to 104°F (35 to 40°C) – “Forced eco mode” (Ricoh PJ WU6181N will shift to the eco-mode in stages starting from 33 °C.) • These specifications and the product’s design are subject to change without notice.
Page 257: ❹ Cabinet Dimensions
10. Appendix ❹ Cabinet Dimensions Unit: mm (inch) 499 ( 19. 6) Lens center Lens center 250 ( 9. 8) Holes for ceiling mount...
Page 258: ❺ Pin Assignments And Signal Names Of Main Connectors
10. Appendix ❺ Pin assignments and signal names of main connectors COMPUTER IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) Connection and signal level of each pin Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) YCbCr Signal 11 12 13 14 15 Green or Sync on Green Blue Ground Signal Level...
Page 259 10. Appendix Ethernet Port (RJ-45) Pin No. Signal TxD+ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 TxD− RxD+ Disconnection Disconnection RxD− Disconnection Disconnection USB-A Port (Type A) Pin No. Signal D− Grounding PC CONTROL Port (D-Sub 9 Pin) Pin No. Signal Unused RxD reception data...
Page 260: Troubleshooting
Cover problem The lamp cover is not properly mounted. Mount it properly. (→ Page 177) Red (cycles of 4) Fan problem The cooling fan has stopped turning. Contact an Ricoh projector cus- tomer support center for repairs. Flashing Orange Network conflict It is not possible to connect the projector’s built-in LAN and wireless...
Page 261 Red (cycles of 2) Temperature problem The temperature protector has been activated. If the room temperature is high, move the projector to a cool place. If the problem still persists, contact an Ricoh projector customer support center. Orange High surrounding temperature The surrounding temperature is high.
Page 262: Common Problems & Solutions
10. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions (→ “Power/Status/Lamp Indicator” on page 245.) Problem Check These Items Does not turn on • Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control or shut down is on.
Page 263 10. Appendix Problem Check These Items Remote control does • Install new batteries. (→ page 12) not work • Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the projector. • Stand within 40 m/1575 inch of the projector. (→ page 13) Indicator is lit or •...
Page 264: If There Is No Picture, Or The Picture Is Not Displayed Correctly
10. Appendix If there is no picture, or the picture is not displayed correctly. • Power on process for the projector and the PC. Be sure to connect the projector and notebook PC while the projector is in standby mode and before turning on the power to the notebook PC.
Page 265: Pc Control Codes And Cable Connection
10. Appendix ❼ PC Control Codes and Cable Connection PC Control Codes Function Code Data POWER ON POWER OFF INPUT SELECT HDMI1 INPUT SELECT HDMI2 INPUT SELECT DisplayPort INPUT SELECT BNC INPUT SELECT BNC(CV) INPUT SELECT BNC(Y/C) INPUT SELECT COMPUTER PICTURE MUTE ON PICTURE MUTE OFF SOUND MUTE ON...
Page 268 Printed in China Y076-6220A...

This manual is also suitable for:

Pj wx618 n Pj x6181 n

Ricoh PJ WU6181 N User Manual

[Network Projector]

❸ Displaying a Picture Using [EDGE BLENDING]

[Picture]

[Image Options]

[Video]

[3D Settings]

[Pip/Picture by Picture]

[Geometric Correction]

[Edge Blending]

[Multi Screen]

[Menu]

[Installation]

[Control]

[Network Settings]

[Source Options]

[Power Options]

[Usage Time]

[Source(1)]

[Source(2)]

[Source(3)]

[Source(4)]

[Wired Lan]

[Version(1)]

[Version(2)]

[Others]

[Conditions]

Quick Links

Need help?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Ricoh PJ WU6181 N

Summary of Contents for Ricoh PJ WU6181 N