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DATA PROJECTOR V - 339 User’s Manual * DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) are registered trademarks of Texas Instru- ments Incorporated (U.S.A.). * VGA and XGA are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation (U.S.A.).
Equipment Classification: Models: We hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the technical standards as specified in the FCC Rules. PLUS Vision Corp. of America 9610 SW Sunshine Court Suite 800 Beaverton, OR 97005 (503) 748 8700 Projector...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your PLUS Data Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PLUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of the unit and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. Installation • For best results, use the unit in a darkened room. •...
Security lock function The lock can be set so that a password must be input when the projector is started up. Without the correct password, no operations other than turning the power on and off can be performed. This function effectively protects the projector from unauthorized use.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment ... E-14 Connections with Personal Computer ... E-14 Connect the projector’s RBG connector using the included RGB signal cable. .. E-14 To Output the External Output Signal of a Notebook Computer ... E-15 Connections with Composite Signals ... E-16 Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors ...
Wash hands after handling. Carrying case (for projector and accessories) [1] This is a case designed for storing the projector and its acces- sories. Use this carrying case when storing or moving the projector.
Names of the Main Unit Parts Speaker Exhaust vents Remote control sensor [E-11] Lens cover Lamp cover [E-58] Front adjusters [E-23] Built-in Security Slot This security slot supports the MicroSaver Security System manufactured by Kensington Microware Inc. Lens Zoom ring [E-22] Ventilation slots Built-in security slot (See description below.)
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Names of the Main Unit Parts STANDBY indicator [E-19, 54] STATUS indicator [E-19, 54] STANDBY button [E-19] MENU button [E-33] DCM button [E-26] Remote control sensor [E-11] AC IN connector [E-19] MOUSE connector A separately sold “VR-100 Remote Mouse Set” (ordering code: 28-052) is required to use the MOUSE connector.
Names of the Remote Control Parts STANDBY button [E-19, 21] This button is used to switch ON the power and set the unit to the STANDBY mode. Buttons used for input selection [E-24] RGB button and VIDEO button (Video / S-Video) MUTE button [E-26] (Temporarily cancels the video and audio)
Preparing the Remote Control Button Battery Replacement Using the remote control for the first time The battery compartment is fitted with a transportation insulation sheet at the time of shipping. Pull out the sheet and remove it. The remote control is now ready for use. Replacement Method (A) With the knob pressed to the right side, (B) draw out the...
When making connections with the video equipment’s YCbCr connector or YPbPr connector, see “Connections with Component Signals” on Page E-17. When playing the audio through the built-in speaker of the projector, see “Connections with the AUDIO Jack” on Page E-18.
Placement Guide • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required. • The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.20 m (3.9 feet) to 14.17 m (46.50 feet). The projector should be placed within this range.
• The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “RGB” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] → [RGB]. See “Input Format” on Page E-49.
Note: When the liquid crystal display of the notebook computer and the projector are displayed at the same time, the projected image might not be correct even though the liquid crystal display shows a correct indication. Should this occur, stop the simultaneous display of the notebook computer and try the mode with external output only.
• The input setting of the VIDEO connector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if the projector does not project, please change the input setting to “Your Country’s Television Broadcast System” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] →...
When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector • The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Compo- nent” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] → [RGB].
Connections with the AUDIO Jack * Connect to the projector’s AUDIO jack using a commercially available audio cable. If the other device has an RCA phono type audio jack, connect via a commercially available audio converter cable. Please attach the supplied ferrite core to the audio cable as described below.
Switch on the power of the connected equipment Note: • When the power plug will be unplugged from the power outlet, please place the projector near the power outlet so that it may be reached easily. • Press the STANDBY button after the STANDBY indicator is lit in amber.
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The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Lan- guage Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described be- low and select the display language of the projector. If the image is blurred, turn the focus ring counterclockwise or clock- wise to focus it.
• It may be more difficult to turn the lamp back on if it has been cooled with the power cord unplugged. • Do not place the projector in a bag, etc., while the cooling fan is turning. STATUS...
• Correction is performed only while the image is being projected. Note: Correction might not be possible when the screen surface is on a slant, or when the ambient temperature of the projector is extremely high or low. E-22...
Make adjustments so that there is no rattling. Note: When the projector has a rear installation is used, the orientation of the projection will need to be changed. Please see “Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip” on Page E-46. Focus ring...
Note: * When you do not operate source selection, the projector will assume the input selec- tion condition that was previously used. * See “Auto Source” on Page E-47 for information about the Auto Source on and off conditions.
16:9 screen Note: When selection has been made for the “Real” setting of the personal computer signal (i.e., when the input signal and the projector display resolution are high) and the “Zoom” setting of the video signal, pressing the SELECT ( movement of the display position.
Selection of the Color Mode (DCM) Select the preset color mode. Pressing the DCM button of the projector switches the color mode. Each time the DCM button is pressed, the screen will be black for approxi- mately 3 seconds and then a message indicating the switched color mode will be displayed for approximately 1.5 seconds.
General Operation Keystone Manual Adjustment Use this to adjust for trapezoidal (keystone) distortion of the pro- jected image. The projector has both an automatic and a manual key- stone adjustment function. The manual adjustment will be described here. Adjustment Method...
The image can also be moved in the following circumstances. • When “Aspect” is set to “Real” by the signal of the personal computer, and the input resolution is higher than the display resolution of the projector. • When “Aspect” is set to “Zoom” by the video signal.
General Operation Using the Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. (1) Press the TIMER button to show the settings display. The display will close when an operation has not been made for about 10 seconds.
General Operation Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to protect the projector from unauthorized use. Registering the password The password is registered using the menus. For instructions on operating the menus, see “Menu Operation Method” on E-33.
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When a password has been registered, the “Password” input window appears on the projected image when the power is turned on. The projector continues projecting this image until the correct password is input. At this time, only the STANDBY button (power off) works.
General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the con- nected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. Remote control operation (1) A press of the QUICK MENU button brings up the quick adjustment display.
• Adjustments and settings are made by projecting an image and adjusting to an optimum condition. • The remote control should be pointed toward the remote control sensor of the projector and operated. • To return the various items that have been changed via the menu to their standard values (i.e., default values at time of shipping from the factory), see “Factory Default”...
Menu Operation Method Menu Screen Names and Functions Menu Name This is the title of the menu. There is a change to the title screen when the menu is selected. The cursor moves to the selected menu name. Item Name This is the name of the adjustment or setting.
Preparation Switch on the power of the connected equipment, start the play operation or another operation, and input the signal to the projector. Select the input that you wish to adjust. The menu display of the description diagram depicts an example in which the “Keystone” item name is selected.
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Menu Operation Method Displaying the Cursor Press the SELECT button to display the item name selection cursor. STANDBY MENU ENTER CANCEL QUICK VIDEO FREEZE MUTE AUTO ASPECT KSTN ZOOM TIMER Selection of the Item Name Press the SELECT ( STANDBY MENU ENTER CANCEL...
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Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display STANDBY MENU ENTER VIDEO CANCEL QUICK FREEZE AUTO MUTE ASPECT KSTN ZOOM TIMER Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CANCEL but- ton and close the sub menu.
Menu Operation Method List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings The item names that can be adjusted/set will differ depending on the input signal. [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal RGB Selection] Menu name Item Name Image Brightness...
Menu Operation Method Menu name Item Name Setup Auto Source Auto Power Off Menu Position Lamp Mode Input Format Presentation Timer Volume Option Language On Screen Background Startup Screen Security Lock Info. Status Factory Default Lamp Timer Reset Resolution Frequency Lamp Timer Sub Menu Item Name...
Image • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “Image”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Image Fine Picture Adjust this when the picture shows a lack of color fidelity or flickering. Select the “Fine Picture” item name and adjust with the SELECT ( tons so that the lack of color fidelity or the flickering disappears. H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right.
Color • Do the following operation while displaying the image you want to adjust or set. • Select the menu name “Color”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Note: * When the component signal undergoes conversion processing to red, green, and blue which express the image of the projector, the correct color cannot be reproduced unless a system compliant with the color difference conversion sys- tem of the input signal is used. Color Space serves to make this selection.
Color White Balance This function automatically adjusts the black level and the white level of the analog RGB input signal to suit the personal computer. Select the item name [White Balance] and press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Input Black Signal]. The screen background color of the connected personal computer will be set to black.
Filter This function sets the sharpness when the input signal is adjusted to the resolution of the projector and enlarged or reduced. Select the item name “Filter” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ) buttons.
* When the Auto Keystone function is OFF, the keystone adjustment settings will be maintained even when the power has been turned off. * See “Adjustment of the Projection Screen” on Page E-22 for information about the Auto Keystone function. See “Keystone Manual Adjustment” on Page E-27 for information about manual adjustment using the projector and the remote control. Auto Keystone Auto Keystone is set to provide an automatic adjustment of the key- stone distortion.
Note: Some video decks and other equipment output a blue background or other video when playback ends. When this happens, a signal is being input to the projector and Auto Power Off is not activated. E-47...
Setup Menu Position This function sets the display position of the menu. Select item name “Menu Position” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons..Displays on the left side ... Displays on the right side Lamp Mode Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms.
Setup Input Format This function is used in setting the input signals of the input connec- tors. Normally, this should be set to Auto. When identification is not possible with Auto, make the setting. Select the item name “Input Format”, press the ENTER button, and the sub menu will open.
Option • Select menu name “Option”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See “List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings” on Page E-38. Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen in the messages and menu displays.
The projector can be operated without inputting the password. Enable ... The security lock is enabled. The security lock is activated when the power is turned on, and the password must be input in order to operate the projector. E-51...
There is a change to the status display. Press the CANCEL button to return to the menu. Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet home page ad- dress of PLUS Vision Corp. Factory Default This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the in- put sources to the standard factory default values.
This function displays the resolution and frequency of the detected in- put signal. Lamp Timer This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an Eco mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Eco mode. Lamp Life Use only in Normal mode: approx.1500 hours Use only in Eco mode: approx.2000 hours...
2. Check the following matters and take the required measures. When the projector is being used in a location that has a high ambient temperature, set it up again in a cool location. Check the outflow and intake holes and clean them if they are obstructed.
• Does the projection distance exceed the focusing range? • Is there condensation on the lens, etc.? If the projector is moved from a cool storage area to a warm place and the power is turned on, condensation may form on the lens or internal optical parts.
Cleaning the Inside of the Projector Cleaning of the inside of the projector is required about once a year. Failure to clean over a long period while dust has collected inside the projector could cause a fire or breakdown. Do not clean the inside of the projector by yourself. Please be sure to contact your dealer.
• If the projector is used another 100 hours after the lamp’s service life is reached, the power is set to the standby mode and no longer turns on. • Contact a store that sells the V-339 for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a V-123 replacement lamp for the V-339 (order code 28-059).
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Replacing the Lamp Cartridge Preparations: Turning the projector upside-down on top of a soft cloth, etc., so that it does not get scratched makes it easier to replace the lamp cartridge. Turn the projector right-side up after replacing the lamp cartridge.
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5 seconds will clear the lamp timer. Checking that the STATUS indicator is out will show that the lamp timer has been cleared. Contact a store that sells the V-339 for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a V-123 replacement lamp for the V-339 (order code 28-059).
7.3 in.(W) 1.8 in.(H) 6.9 in.(D) (when stored, not including projecting parts) Weight Approximately 1.3 kg / 2.9 lbs Operational Temperatures Data projector: 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F), 30 to 85% humidity • Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. E-60...
Table of Supported Frequency The projector automatically identifies the signal input from the computer and selects the optimum resolution as shown on the table below. Manual adjustments may be required for some input signals. See “Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position” on page E-40, 41.
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