Philips ProScreen PXG20 User Manual

Philips ProScreen PXG20 User Manual

Philips multimedia projector user manual

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ProScreen PXG20
Multimedia projector
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Philips
Creative Display
Solutions

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User guide ProScreen PXG20 Multimedia projector Philips Creative Display Solutions...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.S.A. The responsible party of this multi media projector is the following: Philips Consumer Electronics Company One Philips Drive Knoxville, TN 37914 Telephone (1888) 873-4672 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    Do not use a chemical duster or polisher-cleaner because it can adversely affect the unit and peel the paint. 3. Do not use attachments not recommended by PHILIPS, as they may cause hazards. 4. Do not use the projector near water- for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Dutch. Carefully read through the operation instructions before operating the LCD-projector. PACKAGING CONTENTS Please confirm that the following items are packed in the projector box. They are provided to help you use or set up your projector. • ProScreen PXG 20 • Lens cap •...
  • Page 5: Things You Should Know

    Note: SAVE ENERGY! To save energy, please put the projector in the STANDBY position if you are not going to use the projector for more than 15 minutes.
  • Page 6: Illustrations

    & ^ Lamp Temp. Power ON A / V Mute Volume Standby / OFF Lens Menu Data 1 V-Format Data 2 V-Effect Video D-Freeze Auto sync D- Zoom Menu Menu Auto sync D-Zoom D-Zoom Auto sync Input Input Lens Lens A/V Mute A/V Mute fig.
  • Page 7: Projector Features

    A multi-colour, icon based menu system allows for simple image adjustments. (Page 16) 10. USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN The two-colour design along with an intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) makes this projector very easy to set up and adjust. 11. AUTO SYNC TECHNOLOGY FOR AUTOMATIC IMAGE PERFECTION Automatically makes any necessary adjustments for perfectly synced computer images.
  • Page 8 PROJECTOR For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, PHILIPS recommends that this projector be installed in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarettesmoke. If the projector is used in these environments, the lens and filter will need to be cleaned (or the filter replaced) more often, and internal cleaning may become necessary.
  • Page 9: Functional Overview

    $ Volume buttons (+/-) To adjust audio volume level. % Temperature warning indicator (Temp.) Flashes when the temperature of the projector is too high ^ Lamp replacement indicator (Lamp) Lights to indicate the status of the lamp; Green: lamp is ready...
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL (fig. 2) z / y 1 On / Off switch For switching the remote control as well as the projector on and off. Note: The remote control will always use some power, even when not in use. The remote control unit will automatically switch off when not used for 30 minutes.
  • Page 11: Set Up

    • Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size (see the table below). • Optional wide and telephoto lenses from Philips are available for specialised application. Please see your local Philips Authorised LCD Projector Dealer for details on the optional lenses.
  • Page 12: Lens Adjustment

    4. When transporting the projector, carry it by the carrying handle on the side. KEYSTONE END (Lens) ADJUST Do not lift or carry the projector by the lens or the lens cap as TEST PTRN this may damage the lens. INSERTING THE BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL DIGITAL SHIFT...
  • Page 13: Installation

    7. INSTALLATION VIDEO/COMPUTER CABLES AND ADAPTER These accessories are supplied for connecting the projector to computer/Audiovisual equipment. The numbers in the left-hand column correspond with the numbers in the connection diagrams on the following pages. CABLE/ADAPTER Computer VGA Cable RCA Audio Video Cable...
  • Page 14: Connecting To A Computer

    – The data input (Data 1 and 2) is suitable for both Apple Macintosh computers (Power Book and Power Mac) as well as for IBM compatible PCs. – The data output of IBM compatible PCs can be connected directly to the projector using standard computer VGA cable. – Apple Macintosh computers may need a conversion plug (optional) added to the standard computer VGA cable.
  • Page 15 – The figures in brackets (1) correspond to the figures in the diagram on page 11. The characters in brackets (A) correspond to characters in fig. 3 on page 4. – Caution: Always turn off the projector while connecting to video equipment, in order to protect both the projector and the equipment being connected.
  • Page 16: Connecting To Audio Equipment

    Connecting to audio equipment/remote control mouse receiver CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROL MOUSE RECEIVER When the RS-232C port on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (cross type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector.
  • Page 17: Operation

    – If the bottom filter cover is not securely installed, the Power indicator flashes in red. – After the projector is unpacked and turned on for the first time, a slight odour may be emitted from the exhaust vent. This odour will soon disappear with use.
  • Page 18: Graphical User Interface

    Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens This projector has two sets of menu screens (Data/Video) that allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. These menu screens can be operated from the projector or the remote control with the following buttons.
  • Page 19: Picture Control

    Data or Video ADJUST feature. – The projector will store the last used settings for every source. So when you switch from one source to another, the settings of the source switched from will be stored and the settings of the source switched to will be recalled.
  • Page 20: Data Mode Display

    (Fine Sync adjustment). 1. Select the desired computer input mode by pressing either Data 1 or Data 2 at the projector local keyboard or toggling the Input button on the Remote Control unit. 2. Press Menu. Menu bar and ‘Picture’ menu screen appear.
  • Page 21: Data Mode / Video Mode Display

    Color Temperature adjustments This function can be used to adjust the color temperature to suit the type of image input to the projector (Video, computer image, TV broadcast, etc.) Decrease the color temperature to create warmer, reddish images for natural flesh tones.
  • Page 22: Audio Control

    Picture control/Audio control AUDIO CONTROL This projector’s audio is factory preset to standard settings. However, you can adjust it to suit your own preferences by adjusting the following audio settings. – Volume – adjusts audio level;...
  • Page 23: Personal Preferences

    8. OPERATION PERSONAL PREFERENCES This projector allows you to store up to seven adjustment settings for use with various computers. Once these settings are stored, they can be easily selected each time you connect the computer to the projector. Saving/changing the adjustment setting 1.
  • Page 24: Other Setting

    CAUTION! When using a mirror, be sure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so the light does not shine into the eyes of the audience. Ceiling-mount Setup – It is recommended that you use the optional ceiling-mount bracket for this installation.
  • Page 25: Digital Image Magnification (D-Zoom)

    – If the input signal is changed during digital image magnification, the image will return to 1. The input signal is changed: • when Data 1, Data 2 or Video is pressed on the projector, or Input on the remote control, • when the input signal is interrupted, or •...
  • Page 26: Picture Display Mode (V-Format)

    9. OTHER SETTINGS Picture display mode (V-Format) (on projector keyboard only) DATA MODE 4:3 aspect ratio SVGA (800 x 600) XGA (1024 x 768) UXGA (1600 x 1200) Other aspect ratios SXGA (1280 x 1024) VIDEO MODE 4:3 aspect ratio, 480I/P,...
  • Page 27: On-Screen Display Override Function

    Standby mode. MONITOR OUT / RS232C OFF FUNCTION This projector consumes power when using a monitor connected to the Data out port for Data in 1, 2 and a computer connected to the RS232C port. When not using these ports, ‘MNTR Out/RS232C’...
  • Page 28: Selecting The Keylock Level

    900 hours of usage. See page 29-30 for details. Note: After 1000 hrs of usage, the projector will not be able to turn on (it will go off if it is in use). CHECKING THE INPUT SIGNAL 1. Press Menu.
  • Page 29: Selecting A Startup Image

    Description of Startup Images Selected item Background image Philips PHILIPS default image None Black screen 1. Press Menu. 2. Press 1 / 2 to select ‘Options’. 3. Press 3 / 4 to select ‘Startup Image’, and then press 2.
  • Page 30: Menu Tree

    -30 +30 Treble -30 +30 Bass -30 +30 Reset Options Lamp Timer AV mute Disp [ON/OFF] OSD Display [ON/OFF] Background Philips Blue None Startup Image Philips None MNTR Out/RS232C [ON/OFF] Auto Power Off [ON/OFF] Key Lock Level Normal Level A...
  • Page 31: Additional Information

    Clean the filters more often when the projector is used in a dusty or smoky location. • Have your nearest Philips Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre exchange the filter when it is no longer possible to clean it.
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Dealer or Service Center for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp/cage module) of the current type LCA 3112; 8670 931 12009 from your nearest Philips Authorized LCD Products Dealer or Service Center. Then carefully change the lamp by following the instructions below.
  • Page 33 1. Connect the powercord. – Plug the powercord into the AC socket of the projector. 2. While pressing 4, 2 and OK on the projector, press Power ON on the projector. – ‘Lamp 0000H’ is displayed, indicating that the lamp timer is reset.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the projector for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service organisation. Under no circumstances should you try to repair the projector yourself as this could invalidate the warranty. PROBLEM •...

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