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Sim2 Grand Cinema HT300 Link User And Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 User and Installation Manual The home theater projector HT300 LINK...
  • Page 2 BACK LIGHT Turn on the back light LIGHT SOURCE Displays the Source Selection menu. Not active in this model. MENU - Activates the On Screen Display menus. Navigates menu pages. FREEZE Freezes a moving ZOOM picture. Select lens zoom adjustment FOCUS Select focus lens adjustment...
  • Page 3 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of the SIM2 Grand Cinema HT300 LINK system! ™ R PR LA SE CL AS...
  • Page 4 The HT300 LINK system combines the signal processing capabilities of the DigiOptic™ Image Processor with the high fidelity reproduction of the DLP™ technology Projector by linking the two units via a fibre optic cable. The DigiOptic™ Image Processor, which should be ideally...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    The HT300 LINK system consists of two parts connected by a fibre optic cable: the DigiOptic™ Image Processor and the Projector. In this manual references to the “unit” refer to one of the two units that make up the system.
  • Page 6 PROJECTOR Projection lens Lens shift knob Cooling air inlet vents Remote control IR sensor Cooling air outlet vents Adjustable carry-handle Adjustable levelling feet Ceiling/wall bracket fixing holes ON/OFF switch Power connection Outputs for motorized screens Inputs Fiber Optic cable connections Fiber Optic cable connections Main power switch Remote control rear IR sensor...
  • Page 7 • Read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future consultation. This manual contains important information on how to install and use this equipment correctly. Before using the equipment, read the safety prescriptions and instructions carefully. Keep the manual for future consultation. •...
  • Page 8 • Disconnect the apparatus from the mains power supply in the event of electrical storms and when not in use. To avoid damage that could be caused by lightning striking in the vicinity of your home, disconnect the units in the event of electrical storms or when the system will remain unused for prolonged periods.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Europe, UK, US (x2) 4 INSTALLATION POSITIONING THE TWO UNITS The HT300 LINK system consists of two separate units (the DigiOptic™ Image Processor and the Projector), each of which is equipped with a power cable; the two units are interconnected by a 20 m fibre optic cable.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Two Units

    If you use a bracket different to the one supplied by SIM2 Multimedia, you must make sure that the projector is at least 65 mm (2-9/16 inch) from the ceiling and that the bracket is not obstructing the air vents on the lid and on the bottom of the projector.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Video Sources

    Projector, to the rear panel of the DigiOptic™ Image Processor. To obtain the best performance from the HT300 LINK system, connect the various signal sources using good quality cables designed for video applications (rated impedance 75 Ensure that: •...
  • Page 12 HT300 LINK system rather than on the source because the HT300 LINK system is equipped with Faroudja’s sophisticated directional correlation deinterlacing technology (DCDi™).
  • Page 13 This input allows you to advantage from the quality of the digital images . If your source is equipped with a DVI-D output, YCrCb or RGB connect it to this input to exploit the quality of the HT300 LINK system. HDMI™...
  • Page 14 HDMI Fig.12...

  • Page 15: Switching On And Off

    5 SWITCHING ON AND OFF The HT300 LINK system consists of the Projector and the DigiOptic™ Image Processor (which is also the system control centre). The DigiOptic™ Image Processor sends commands to the Projector and receives operating status information from the Projector and function commands from the user.
  • Page 16 Typically, the picture will appear after 15-20 seconds. Pressing a key from 1-9 on the remote control selects the corresponding input; pressing 0 selects the input active at the time the system was last switched off. If the system is switched on very soon after it was last switched off, the lamp may fail to come on because it is too hot.

  • Page 17: Keyboard Pad

    6 KEYBOARD PAD Eight push buttons, at the rear of the projector, will allow complete operation without the use of the remote control. Menu Activates the On Screen Display menus. Navigates Menu pages. Switches off to stand-by. Up/Down/Left/Right arrow keys Navigate through and make adjustments to the On Arrow Up/Down switch on from stand-by and recall Source Selection menu.

  • Page 18: On Screen Menu

    8 ON SCREEN MENU All system functions can be activated from the keypad or remote control with the aid of a practical and comprehensive system of on screen menus. INPUTS The input selection menu (Inputs) is called by pressing 0 on the remote control and, when no other menu is displayed, using keys on the keypad.
  • Page 19 MAIN MENU To access the main menu of the On Screen Display press the MENU key on the keypad or the MENU+ or MENU- key on the re- mote control. The main menu is divided into four windows, PICTURE, IMAGE, SETUP and MENU, in which the various adjustments are grouped according to the frequency of use.
  • Page 20 the picture colour intensity. When set to zero, colour images will be shown in black and white. Increasing the value, try to find the point at which the colours look natural: suitable references include skin tones and grass in landscape shots. TINT Controls the purity of the colours.
  • Page 21 IMAGE This menu features adjustments relating to picture position, aspect ratio, etc. ASPECT This adjustment allows you to change the dimensions and aspect ratio (relationship between width and height) of the displayed image. There are five preset aspects available and three personalised aspects (with user-settable parameters).
  • Page 22 the system checks the input signal and automatically sets the most suitable values. However, if the image is not perfectly centralised it may prove useful to request the system to repeat the input signal analysis and image positioning, calling the automatic control procedu- re from the AUTO button on the remote control or keypad.

  • Page 23: Test Patterns

    Adjust the feet underneath to obtain a level position, lining up the base of the projected image to the base of the projection screen (Fig. 22) . If the projected images needs to be centred horizontally, the manual lens shift adjustment allows the projected image to be moved vertically, up or down, in relation to the centre of the screen;...

  • Page 24: Factory Defaults

    LANGUAGE Lists the languages available for the On Screen Display menus. SOURCE LIST In order for the HT300 LINK system to be more flexible, the following described functions allow to modify the input selection menu making it more user friendly.

  • Page 25: Source Information

    F1/F2 KEYS This allows to assign different functions to the remote control keys, named F1 and F2. The window is made of 6 options, once for each line and by two columns showing the F1-F2 keys. The choice between F1 and F2 is made by the keys of the remote control;...
  • Page 26 MEMORIES The main parameters of the image may be saved in distinct groups of values (known as ‘Memories’); these parameters can subsequently be applied all together by way of a single com- mand. There are 3 distinct Memories (Memory 1, Memory 2, Memory 3) for each of the 25 signal types managed: 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO...

  • Page 27: Quick Menus

    SAVE DEFAULT SETTINGS To restore the original values to a previously modified Memory, select the line corresponding to the Memory in question and open the pull-down menu ( key). Then select the line ‘Initial settings saved in Memory 1’. To confirm that the operation has been completed successfully, the message ‘Memory 1 initial- ised’...

  • Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance

    9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE The Projector and DigiOptic™ Image Processor do not require internal cleaning. There are no user serviceable parts inside the projector. Please refer all service requirements to qualified personnel. Cleaning the projector’s cover: Use a soft slightly damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals, as this will damage the finish of the cover.

  • Page 29: Optional Accessories

    11 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES You can purchase the following optional accessories at your Dealer: - Wall/Ceiling Bracket Kit. Use only original, or SIM2 Multimedia approved, accessories. Video Image showing colour misalignment on vertical details - Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with technical specifications of your projector.

  • Page 30: Additional Information

    12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION PROJECTOR OPTICAL Projection system: optical engine based on 1 DMD™ HD2+ chip, sealed housing, dusty proof DMD™ panel: resolution 1280x720 pixel Brightness uniformity: 10% above or below the average Contrast ratio: > 2800:1 (full On / full Off) Projection lens: zoom, 12 elements AR multilayer coating, motorized focus and zoom,...

  • Page 31: Link Cable

    DIGIOPTIC™ IMAGE PROCESSOR ELECTRICAL Input signals: • 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO (CVBS) RCA type connectors, gold-plated / 75 Ω, negative synchronisation 1.0 V • 2 S-VIDEO (Y/C) 4-pin mini-DIN connectors / 75 Ω, negative synchronisation 1.0 V / 75 Ω, [NTSC nominal burst level] 0.286 V / 75 Ω...
  • Page 32 B DIMENSIONS PROJECTOR 318 (12- unit: mm (inches) DIGIOPTIC™ IMAGE PROCESSOR D I G I O P T I C ™ I M A G E P R O C E S S O R O F F 440 (17,32") 289 (11,38") unit: mm (inches)
  • Page 33 C PROJECTION DISTANCES Follow the table below to determine the optimal projection distance “L” between the screen and the center of the lens (fFig 30a). This will help you to obtain the desired screen size.The manual lens shift adjustments allows the projected image to be moved vertically, up or down, in relation to the centre of the screen (Fig.30b).
  • Page 34 Screen Screen size width (diagonal) 50" 40” 60" 48” 70" 56” 80" 64” 90" 72” 100" 80” 120’ 96” 150" 120” 180" 144” 200" 160” 220" 166” 10,7 250" 200” 12,2 Min projection distance min. L H max ft. in. ft.
  • Page 35 D ON SCREEN MENU LAYOUT Picture Video • S-Video [NTSC] YCrCb15kHz RGBS 15kHz Brightness Brightness Contrast Contrast Color Color Tint Sharpness Sharpness Filter Filter Cinema Mode Cinema Mode Video Type Video Type Noise reduction Noise reduction Not active Flesh tone correction Image Video •...
  • Page 36 Setup Orientation Keystone Lens Power ON Auto Test patterns Stand-by Initial settings Menu Language Source list F1/F2 keys Source info OSD background OSD Position OSD Timeout 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 S-VIDEO 4 S-VIDEO 5 COMPONENT / RGBS 6 COMPONENT / RGBS COMPONENT / RGBS COMPONENT / RGBS COMPONENT / RGBS...
  • Page 37 Memories Memories 0 Auto S MEMORY 1 Save current settings Save initial settings S MEMORY 2 Rename S MEMORY 3 ()?@ Edit memory name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ PQRS WXYZ Cancel Confirm...
  • Page 38 INDEX 1 INTRODUCTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 UNPACKING Package contents 4 INSTALLATION Positioning the two units Connecting the two units Connecting the video sources 5 SWITCHING ON/OFF Switching on from Stand-by 6 KEYPAD 7 REMOTE CONTROL 8 ON SCREEN MENU Inputs Main Menu Picture...
  • Page 39 SIM2 UK LTD • Steinway House Worth Farm, Little Horsted Nr. Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 5TT Phone +44.01825.750850 • Fax +44.01825.750851 www.sim2.co.uk • e-mail: kate.buckle@sim2.co.uk SIM2 Multimedia is certified • Due to the constant product development, specifications and design might be subject to change without notice.

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