THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. CAUTION: CAUTION: Changes or modification not approved by JVC could To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. cover. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 150 mm and above Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. But IMPROPER USE 300 mm 300 mm CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL and above and above SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD.
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Using a faulty product not only results in electrical shock or authorized JVC service center. fire hazard, it can cause visual impairment. When abnormality occur, stop using the projector...
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. Dear Customer, This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of JVC KENWOOD Corporation is: JVCKENWOOD Deutschland GmbH Konrad-Adenauer-Allee 1-11, 61118 Bad Vilbel, GERMANY...
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ENGLISH Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries [European Union only] These symbols indicate that equipment with these symbols should not be disposed of as general household waste. If you want to dispose of the product or battery, please consider the collection systems or facilities for appropriate recycling.
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For the customers In the U.S.A. and Canada CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those LASER RADIATION RAYONNEMENT LASER specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. AVOID DIRECT EYE EVITER L’EXPOSITION EXPOSURE DIRECTE DES YEUX CLASS 32 LASER PRODUCT PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 3R This Projector is classified as a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT.
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For the customers In other countries CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER CAUTION LABEL WARNING Do not look into the lens while in use. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Contents Getting Started Adjustments and Settings in the Menu ....25 List of Menu Items ..........25 Safety Precautions ..........2 Accessories/Optional Accessories ......10 Picture Adjust ........... 27 Check the Accessories ........10 Input Signal ..........32 Controls and Features ........... 11 Main Unit - Front ..........
Accessories/Optional Accessories Check the Accessories Remote control ............... 1 piece AAA-size batteries (for operational check) ......2 pieces Power cord (for USA) (about. 2 m) ......... 1 piece Power cord (for EU) (about. 2 m) ..........1 piece Be sure to read the “Safety Precautions” before using this projector.
Controls and Features Main Unit - Front A Lens (optional) C Indicator Zoom lens or short focal length lens is optional. Refer to “Indicator Display on the Main Unit”P. 62. B Remote Sensor (front) D Exhaust vent Please aim the remote control at this area when using Warm air is discharged to cool down the internal temperature.
Main Unit - Rear F Input terminals I Power input terminal For details on the terminals. refer to “Main Unit - Input Connect the supplied power cord to this terminal. Terminals”P. 13. J Air Inlets G Operation panel The inlets take in air to cool down the internal For more details, please refer to the “Operation temperature.
Main Unit - Input Terminals Enlarged View of Rear Face A [SYNC OUT] terminal E [DisplayPort 1] input terminal For synchronizing with other equipment. F [DisplayPort 2] input terminal B [SERVICE] terminal G [DisplayPort 3] input terminal For updating the software using a commercially available USB flash drive.
Remote Control A B [STAND BY] M [PICTURE MODE] Switches the picture mode. (P. 27) Turns off the power. (P. 24) Press [NATURAL], [DYNAMIC] or B C [ON] [USER1] to [USER6] to switch to the Turns on the power. (P. 23) respective picture mode.
Loading Batteries into the Remote Control If the remote control has to be brought closer to the Loading the batteries unit to operate, it means that the batteries are wearing out. Replace the batteries with new ones (AAA). Insert the batteries according to the t s marks. Be sure to insert the s end first.
Menu Select the icon at the top of the menu to display its corresponding setting item as shown below. A Picture Adjust B Input Signal C Installation D Display Setup E Function F Information...
Installing the Projector Precautions during Installation Please read the following carefully before installing this Maintain clearance from the wall, etc. unit. As the unit discharges a large amount of heat, install it with adequate clearance from the surroundings as shown When carrying this unit below.
Precautions during Mounting Securing with screws Securing (mounting) the projector 4 Locations Remove the four feet at the bottom, and fasten using the screws (M5 screws, 15 to 25 mm). * Using screws other than those designated may cause the unit to break down. When this unit is to be mounted to a fixed position for * Do not use 2 adjacent locations (A+B, B+C, C+D, D use, install it horizontally.
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Take the necessary actions to prevent the main unit from falling off such as during an earthquake. Regardless of the warranty period, JVC is not liable for any product damage caused by mounting the unit with non-JVC ceiling fittings or to an environment that is not suited for ceiling mount.
Adjusting the Position Adjusting the elevation angle of the projector 4 Locations The height and inclination of the unit (0 to 5 mm) can be adjusted by turning the feet. Lift the unit and adjust the four feet. Extend Contract Feet...
Connecting the Projector Do not turn on the power until connection is complete. The connection procedures differ according to the device used. For details, please refer to the instruction manual of the device to be connected. This projector is used for projecting images. To output the audio of connected devices, please connect a separate audio output device, such as an amplifier or speaker.
Connecting to the RS-232C Terminal This Unit Laptop, etc. To [RS-232C] Terminal RS-232C Terminal RS-232C Connection Cable (Sold Separately) For more information on control, please refer to “External Control”P. 50. Connecting to the REMOTE Terminal This Unit To [REMOTE] Terminal Wired Remote Controller Connection Cable...
Viewing Videos MEMO Connect the power cord, and ensure that the “STANDBY/ON” indicator lights up in red. Turn on the power Remote control: press the C [ON] button Projector unit: press the A button “STANDBY/ON” lights up (red) “STANDBY/ON” lights up (green) In standby state When LD block is starting up WARNING...
Turn off the power Remote control: press the B [STAND BY] button Projector unit: press the A button While the “Are you sure you want to turn off?” message is displayed, press the button again. The light of the LD block goes off, and the “STANDBY/ON” indicator switches from a green light to a red blinking light.
Adjustments and Settings in the Menu Pressing the [MENU] button displays the menu. Press the [JKH I] keys to select an item, followed by pressing the [OK] button to confirm the selection. List of Menu Items Picture Adjust Picture Mode ..............................P. 27 9 Sharpness ..............................
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Installation Lens Control ..............................P. 33 9 Focus ................................. P. 33 9 Zoom ................................P. 33 9 Image Pattern ............................. P. 33 Pixel Adjust ..............................P. 34 9 Adjust ................................. P. 34 9 Adjust Area ..............................P. 34 9 Adjust Color ..............................P. 34 9 Adjust Pattern .............................
Picture Adjust Picture Mode You can adjust the image quality according to the type of video image you are viewing. Setting Description Natural Image quality that focuses on natural color and gradation reproduction. Suitable for displaying video images in general. Dynamic This is the picture setting best suited for viewing the picture in a room that cannot be made completely dark.
User Name Edit You can edit the “User 1” to “User 6” names in the Picture mode. Characters that are usable include alphabets (upper or lower case), numeric characters, and symbols. Enter not more than 10 characters. Color Management Each of the colors is adjustable according to the user’s preference. Select the “Picture Adjust”...
Color Temp. For setting the color temperature of the video image. The selectable “Color Temp.” settings vary according to “Picture Mode”. “Color Temp.” Color Temp. Description 5500K Increasing the value enhances the blue tone of the video image, while decreasing the value enhances the red tone.
Gamma You can adjust the output value of the projected image with respect to the video signal input. “Gamma” Gamma Description The gamma is set to “2.2”. Custom 1 to Custom 3 Enables fine adjustment of gamma according to preference. You can perform fine adjustments based on the selected gamma adjustment setting.
Blur Reduction For reducing the after-image, which occurs in a fast-moving scene. Clear Motion Drive Optimal interpolation according to the content is made possible with the new high-definition image interpolation technique. Pressing the [C.M.D.] button each time switches the mode in the following sequence: “Off” " “Mode 1” " “Mode 2”...
Input Signal Input Level For setting the dynamic range (gradation) of the video input. If the dynamic range is not appropriate, the bright areas become overexposed, and the dark areas become underexposed. Setting Description 16-235 (Video) Select this setting if you are inputting video signals (dynamic range: 16 - 235). 0-255 (PC) Select this setting if you are inputting PC signals (dynamic range: 0 - 255).
Installation Lens Control Focus / Zoom For adjusting the lens according to the projection position Press the [LENS CONTROL] button, and use the [JK] keys to adjust Focus (focus) and Zoom (screen size) Pressing the [LENS CONTROL] or [OK] button each time switches the mode in the following sequence: “Focus”...
Pixel Adjust For correcting the phase shifting between each RGB color by adjusting the pixel. Adjust For setting the adjustment feature to On or Off. Adjust Area Setting Description Whole Adjusts the entire image. Zone Enables fine adjustment of each area by dividing the screen evenly into 10 vertical and horizontal zones.
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Whole Adjust (Pixel) Operation Procedure For making general adjustments to slight color fringing in the horizontal/vertical directions of the video image. A Set “Adjust Area” to “Whole” B Select “Adjust Color” and “Adjust Pattern Color” C Select “Adjust (Pixel)”, and press the [OK] button The Adjustment mode is activated, and the selected adjustment pattern and Adjustment (Pixel) window are displayed.
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Whole Adjust (Fine) Operation Procedure For making general adjustments on the misalignment of the entire screen using “Adjust (Pixel)”, followed by making fine adjustments. A Set “Adjust Area” to “Whole” B Select “Adjust Color” and “Adjust Pattern Color” C Select Adjust (Fine), and press the [OK] button The Adjustment mode is activated, and the selected adjustment pattern and Fine window are displayed.
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Zone Adjust Operation Procedure For fine-tuning misalignments on a part of the screen after adjusting the overall screen misalignment using “Adjust (Pixel)” and “Adjust (Fine)”. The screen can be divided vertically and horizontally into 10 sections for partial adjustments to be made. A Set “Adjust Area”...
Mask For hiding the peripheral area of the image with a mask (black strip). Setting Description Not masked. Hides the ranges specified in “Top”, “Bottom”, “Left” and “Right” by masking (with black strips). Mask: black strip around the periphery “Top” / “Bottom” / “Left” / “Right” For specifying the ranges to hide by masking (with black strips).
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Operation procedure for Adjust A Select “Adjust Pattern Color” B Select “Adjust”, and press the [OK] button The Adjustment mode is activated, and the selected adjustment pattern and Adjustment window are displayed. Distortion Correction Position 0 / 0 Back BACK C Select the position to compensate by using the [JKH I] keys to move the cursor, followed by pressing the [OK] button.
Edge Blending Corrects the seam between the images during projection by multiple projectors. * This function is disabled when “Picture Mode” is set to “Dynamic”. Edge Blending For setting the function to On or Off. Setting Description Disables the Edge Blending function. Enables the Edge Blending function.
LED Indication When LED Indication is set to “Off”, the LED indicator does not light up or blink under the following status. When the time to replace the laser light source is near. (P. 44) When HIDE is on. (P. 62) When the projector receives a signal from a remote control which is set to a different code mode (A or B).
Function Off Timer For setting the duration before the power turns off automatically when the projector is not operated. Setting values: “Off”, “1 Hour”, “2 Hours”, “3 Hours” and “4 Hours” * The setting will be retained even after the Off Timer operation has completed. Network For specifying the settings for external control from a PC or smartphone.
Remote Code For changing the remote control code. Setting Description Change the remote control code from “B” to “A”. Change the remote control code from “A” to “B”. You need to configure the remote control according to the settings of this unit. On the remote control unit, press the [MENU] and [BACK] buttons at the same time for three seconds or longer to switch the code.
Information Page 1 Setting Description Input Displays video input terminal. Status Displays the image output status. Resolution Displays the resolution information of signal input to each of the DP 1 to DP 4 (DP 1 / DP 2 / DP 3 / DP 4) terminals.
Maintaining the Cabinet and Remote Control Gently wipe off dirt on the cabinet with a soft cloth. If it is extremely dirty, wet a cloth in water, wring dry and use it to wipe off the dirt, followed by wiping again with a dry cloth.
CAUTION Do not wash the air filter with water. Doing so may cause the filter to deteriorate. Make sure to attach the air filter and sponge filter in the correct sequence. MEMO If you need to replace the air filter or sponge filter because they are broken or if there is dirt inside the unit, please consult our dealer or any nearby service center.
Troubleshooting Before sending the unit to your authorized dealer for repair, please check the following points. The following symptoms are not malfunctions. You do not need to worry about the following symptoms if there is no abnormality on the screen. A part of the top or front surface of the unit is hot.
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Video image looks unnatural Colors are unnatural Check Action Refer to Is the color space of the input signal The color may turn out unnatural when the input signal is P. 32 correctly set? different from that in the projector setting. Set the “Color Space”...
Zoom or focus does not work Check Action Refer to Is the lens replaced? Depending on the lens position, the lens may not work P. 33 when it has been replaced. While at the Focus / Zoom adjustment screen, press and hold the J or K key for 2 seconds or longer.
External Control It is possible to control this unit by connecting it to a PC using an RS-232C cross cable (D-sub 9-pin). The projector can be controlled by connecting it to a PC through the computer network with a LAN cable for control commands to be sent to the projector.
Command Format The command between this unit and the computer consists of “Header”, “Unit ID”, “Command”, “Data” and “End”. Header (1 byte), Unit ID (2 bytes), Command (2 bytes), Data (n bytes), End (1 byte) Header This binary code indicates the start of communication. Binary Code Type Description...
Remote Control Code Binary code is sent during communication. The following applies to the case when the remote control code is “A”. In the case of “B”, add “36” to the beginning of the code. Remote Control Button Name Binary Code Remote Control Button Name Binary Code STAND BY...
Communications Example This section shows the communication examples of RS-232C. Operating command Type Command Description Connection check PC " This unit: 21 89 01 00 00 0A Connection check This unit " PC: 06 89 01 00 00 0A Power (On) PC "...
Specifications Product Name D-ILA Projector Model Name DLA-VS4500 Display Panel/Size D-ILA device *1, 2 0.69” 4K D-ILA (4096 x 2160 pixels) x 3 Light Source Blu-Escent Laser / Phosphor Screen Size Approx. 60” to 300” (Aspect ratio of 4096 x 2160)
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Types of Possible Input Signals Single - DP1 - DP4 Original Input Signal No. of Projector Total No. Total No. No. of dot CLK Effective Designation Resolution Terminal for Resolution fh [kHz] fv [Hz] of Dots of Lines Effective [MHz] Lines Connection [dot]...
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Dual - stripes Original Input Signal No. of Projector Total No. Total No. No. of dot CLK Effective Designation Resolution Terminal for Resolution fh [kHz] fv [Hz] of Dots of Lines Effective [MHz] Lines Connection [dot] [line] Dots [dot] [line] WQXGA 2560 x 1600 [DP 1], 1280 x 1600 99,458...
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Dual - frame sequential Original Input Signal No. of Projector Total No. Total No. No. of dot CLK Effective Designation Resolution Terminal for Resolution fh [kHz] fv [Hz] of Dots of Lines Effective [MHz] Lines Connection [dot] [line] Dots [dot] [line] WQXGA 2560 x 1600 [DP 1],...
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Quad - stripes Original Input Signal No. of Projector Total No. Total No. No. of dot CLK Effective Designation Resolution Terminal for Resolution fh [kHz] fv [Hz] of Dots of Lines Effective [MHz] Lines Connection [dot] [line] Dots [dot] [line] 3840 x 2160 [DP 1], 960 x 2160 135,000 60,000...
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Quad - frame sequential Original Input Signal No. of Projector Total No. Total No. No. of dot CLK Effective Designation Resolution Terminal for Resolution fh [kHz] fv [Hz] of Dots of Lines Effective [MHz] Lines Connection [dot] [line] Dots [dot] [line] 3840 x 2160 [DP 1], 1920 x 2160 135,000...
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Indicator Display on the Main Unit Meaning of the lighting figures The indicator lights up. The indicator appears blinking. Operation mode display Displays using the different colors and solid/blinking light of the indicator on the projector unit. “STANDBY/ON” lights up (red) “STANDBY/ON”...
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Warning display You can tell the details of a warning from the (repeated) displays of the “WARNING” and “LIGHT” indicators. The “STANDBY/ON” indicator will light up or appear blinking according to the operation mode of the projector unit. (Please refer to ““Operation mode display”P. 62”.) The Warning mode is activated once the message is displayed.
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Dimensions (Unit: mm) Top Surface Bottom Surface Front Rear Surface...
Index Installation Method ..........17 A Accessories ............10 Adjusting Distortion of the Projection Screen ..33 L Lens Control ............33 Adjustment and Setting by the Menu ....25 Line Display ............41 Adjustment of the Image Quality ......27 Logo Display ............