Important Safety Notices • RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN • TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.
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All wires are positioned away from high-temperature and high-voltage parts, and, if removed for servicing, they must be retuned precisely to their original positions. 5. LAMP Be very careful of the lamp because it generates high heat while it is used at high voltage. When replacing the bulb, make sure it is cool enough.
Symbols, Abbreviations and Trademarks This manual uses several symbols and abbreviations. The meaning of those symbols and abbreviations are as follows: Screw Shoulder screw Black screw (TCRU) Connector FFC (Flat Film Connector) Harness clamp Clip E-ring C-ring Timing belt Spring Short edge feed Long edge feed [A] Short edge feed [SEF]...
Trademarks HDMI and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. PJLink trademark is a trademark applied for registration or is already registered in Japan, the United States of America and other countries and areas.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Notices........................... 1 Symbols, Abbreviations and Trademarks......................3 Trademarks..............................4 1. Product Information Specifications..............................11 Overview................................12 Front and Top View............................12 Rear View..............................14 Control Panel/ Indicator..........................15 Names of the Terminals on the Rear Panel....................17 Part Names of the Remote Controller......................18 2.
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4. System Maintenance Firmware Upgrade............................113 Upgrading the firmware........................... 113 Functional Test..............................115 Analog RGB signal connection........................ 115 Digital RGB signal connection........................116 Cautions when connecting an HDMI cable................... 117 Cautions when connecting a DisplayPort cable................118 Connecting an External Monitor......................120...
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Connecting the Blu-ray Player or Other AV Equipment..............121 Connecting Component Input........................123 Connecting HDMI Input..........................124 Connecting to a Wired LAN........................126 5. Troubleshooting LED Display..............................127 Indicator Messages...........................127 Power Indicator..........................127 Status Indicator..........................127 Lamp Indicator..........................130 Temp. Indicator..........................130 If the temperature protector is activated..................131 Service Mode..............................132...
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Status Columns..........................145 PJ Usage Columns..........................146 TEMP Columns..........................146 Other Columns..........................146 Contents of Error Log (Page2) Display....................147 TEMP Columns..........................147 Lamp/Filter Clear Count........................148 Lamp ON/OFF Count........................148 Projector Hours Used........................148 Iris Current/Past..........................148 Lamp Voltage: Indicated exceeding the Service Power..............148 Contents of Error Log (Page3) Display....................149 Contents of Error Log (Reset) Display......................
1. Product Information Overview Front and Top View The lens is sold separately. The description below is for when the Standard Lens Type 1 lens is mounted. Name Indicator Section Remote Sensor (located on the front and the rear) Securing lever cover Lens Cap (The optional lens is shipped with the lens cap.)
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Overview Name Lens Focus Ring Lens Release Button Monaural Speaker (10 W) Adjustable Tilt Foot Security Bar Controls Lamp Cover Exhaust vent Zoom Lever/Zoom Ring Lens Shift Dial (vertical/horizontal)
1. Product Information Rear View Name Remote Sensor (located on the front and the rear) Exhaust vent AC IN Terminal Built-in Security Slot Intake vent / Filter Cover USB (LAN) Port (located inside the projector) Terminals...
To turn the projector off (standby), then press the Power Power Button button one time. When the confirmation message appears on the screen, press the Power button again. Auto adjustment for Computer (Analog RGB), HDMI 1, AUTO ADJ. Button HDMI 2, DisplayPort projecting.
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Selects the signal input. Pressing the INPUT button briefly displays the "INPUT" screen. Pressing the INPUT button for one second or longer checks INPUT Button the signal inputs automatically in the following order: HDMI HDMI 2 DisplayPort BNC(CV) BNC(Y/C) COMPUTER USB-A.
Overview Names of the Terminals on the Rear Panel Name HDMI OUT Connector (Type A) HDMI 1 IN Connector (Type A) HDMI 2 IN Connector (Type A) DisplayPort IN Connector BNC Input Connectors (BNC × 5) COMPUTER IN/ Component Input Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin)
1. Product Information Name Ethernet Port (RJ-45) Part Names of the Remote Controller...
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Displays the “MULTI SCREEN” menu to adjust the color adjustment Multi. Button and projection area for each projector when using the multi-screen function. Auto adjustment for Computer (Analog RGB), HDMI 1, HDMI 2, AUTO ADJ. Button DisplayPort projecting. DisplayPort Button Selects the DisplayPort input.
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1. Product Information Name Function R-CLICK Button (not available on this series of projectors) Use this button to zoom in or out. D-ZOOM/ZOOM (+) (−) Button (“ZOOM” Button does not work on this series of projectors) LENS SHIFT Button (not available on this series of projectors) ASPECT Button Displays the aspect ratio selection screen.
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HDMI 2 Button Selects the HDMI 2 input. Pressing the INPUT button briefly displays the "INPUT" screen. Pressing the INPUT button for one second or longer checks the signal inputs automatically in the following order: HDMI 1 HDMI INPUT Button DisplayPort...
2. Installation Installation Requirements • 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 emitted from the light output. • Do not place any objects which are easily affected by heat in front of the projector lens. Doing so could lead to the object melting from the heat that is emitted from the light output.
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2. Installation • The projector is designed to operate on a power supply of 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz. Ensure that the power supply fits this requirement before attempting to use the projector. • Do not look into the lens while the projector is on. Serious damage to your eyes could result. •...
Installation Requirements • 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. • Select [HIGH] in Fan mode if continuing to use the projector for consecutive days. (From the menu, select [SETUP] [INSTALLATION] [FAN MODE]...
2. Installation Please dispose of this product or used lamps in accordance with local regulations. • Notes for Residents The lamp is this product contains mercury. Please dispose according to Local, State or Federal laws. Mercury bridge This projector uses a high-pressure mercury lamp as a light source. Mercury is used inside, which is in a liquid state at normal temperature, and in a gasified state when the lamp is lit.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Replaceable Part Hierarchy The flow chart below shows what parts must be removed to access each replaceable part in the projector. The parts on the first level (e.g., Lamp cover) are accessible without removing any other parts. The more levels down that a part is, the more parts must be removed in order to access it.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Special Tools • RS232C cable (Cross) • LAN cable (Category 5 or higher) Jigs for adjustment of the optical axis Item name Application Part No. Appearance For LCD PANEL Extension connector (92P) Y0785213 (For PJ WU6181N) For LCD PANEL Extension connector PWB Y0785214...
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Special Tools Item name Application Part No. Appearance For SCAP PWB (POSCAP : 900mm) Extension connector (4P) Y0135205 For FAN (POFAN2 : 900W) For LCAP PWB Extension connector PWB Y0135206 (4P) For FAN For FAN (POFAN1/ Extension connector (3P) Y0135203 POFAN3/POFAN4/ POFAN8:900mm) Extension connector PWB...
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Item name Application Part No. Appearance SPACER RL2 T0.1 (PB52) Y0133125 SPACER RL2 T0.2 (PB52) Y0133126 Spacer for RL2 adjustment (this is one SPACER RL2 T0.3 (PB52) Y0133127 of the optical axis adjustments) SPACER RL2 T0.5 (PB52) Y0133128 SPACER RL2 T1.0 (PB52) Y0133129...
Parts Replacement Parts Replacement Zoom Lens Zoom lens Remove in the order 1 to 3. Lamp Unit Loosen the screw and remove the Lamp cover [A] ( ×1). Loosen the screws and remove the Lamp unit [A] ( ×2).
Parts Replacement Top Cover • Before removing the top cover, make sure to remove the lamp unit. (Failure to do so may cause a problem to occur when reassembling the projector.) • The PCB KEY-PAD [A] and the PCB EX [B] attached to the TOP COVER are connected through a cable.
Parts Replacement Remove the USB Network Board ( ×1, ×1) PCB Main Ass'y • Replacing the PCB Main Ass'y involves making adjustments to the software (refer to Electrical Adjustment). Before removing the Ass'y, be sure to read (or copy) all data. Rear panel (page 39).
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the PCB Main Ass’y and PCB Network unit ( ×5, ×16). Remove the PCB Network (page 43). Remove the bracket [A] and cable [B] ( ×10).
Parts Replacement PCB Network • Keep the PCB Network away from conductive materials such as metal. Remove the PCB Main Ass’y (page 41). Remove the PCB Network [A] ( ×5, ×1). • A small ground plate assembly is fixed together with the PCB Network. Be very careful not to lose this assembly when removing the PCB Network, because the assembly is to be used again when replacing a new PCB Network.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the PCB EX ( ×2, ×7). Lamp Temp Sensor Top cover (page 33). Remove the Lamp Temp Sensor [A] ( ×1, ×1). Exhaust Fan Top cover (page 33). Remove the Lamp Temp Sensor (page 44).
Parts Replacement Remove the Fan Unit ( ×3, ×2). Remove the Exhaust fan ( ×2). • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. Speaker Front Cover (page 35). Remove the PCB EX (page 43).
Parts Replacement Remove the Lamp Fan (upper) with holder [A] ( ×2). Remove the holder of the Lamp Fan (upper) ( ×2). • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. Lamp Fan (Lower) Remove the Lamp Fan (Upper) (page...
3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the Lamp Fan (Lower) [A] ( ×2). • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. Reflector Fan Remove the PCB EX (page 43). Remove the bracket [A] ( ×4, ×1).
Parts Replacement Remove the Reflector Fan [A] ( ×2). • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. G-LCD Fan Front Cover (page 35). Remove the USB Network Board (page 40). Remove the PCB Main Ass’y (page 41).
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the bracket [A]. Remove the G-LCD Fan [A] ( ×2). Remove the cushion [A].
Parts Replacement • Both the connector [A] for G-LCD Fan and the connector [B] for R-LCD Fan have the same number of pins. Make sure that you connect appropriate connector when installing them. R-LCD Fan Front Cover (page 35). Remove the USB Network Board (page 40).
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the Duct Cover [A] ( ×3). Remove the Duct Base [A] ( ×3).
Parts Replacement Remove the R-LCD Fan [A] and the Cushion [B] ( ×2). • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. Both the connector [A] for G-LCD Fan and the connector [B] for R-LCD Fan have the same number of pins.
Parts Replacement Remove the Fan Unit [A] ( ×3). Remove the DC Fan [A] and the Cushion [B] ( ×2). • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. PS-Converter • When removing or installing the IRIS Unit, be careful not to damage the Integrator. Remove the USB Network Board (page 40).
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the bracket [A]. Remove the Integrator unit [A] ( ×2). Remove the PS-Converter [A] ( ×2).
Parts Replacement Integrator 1 • Carefully handle the removed Integrator to avoid damaging it. Remove the PS-Converter (page 55). Remove the Integrator 1 [A] ( ×4). • When mounting Integrator 1, press it up against the area shown in the lower right of the figure, then screw it into place.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the Integrator 2 [A] ( ×4) • When mounting Integrator 1, press it up against the area shown in the lower left of the figure, then screw it into place. IRIS Unit Remove the Integrator unit (page 55).
Parts Replacement OPT Base • After replacing the OPT base, make adjustments to the software (refer to Electrical Adjustment) and the optical axis (refer to Optical Parts Adjustment). Front Cover (page 35). Remove the USB Network Board (page 40). Remove the PCB Main Ass’y (page 41).
Parts Replacement Remove the barrier and spring [A] ( ×1). Remove the Thermostat [A]. [B]: When assembling the projector, position the print side of the thermostat face up. PCB Lamp Interlock Front Cover (page 35). Remove the Exhaust Fan (page 44).
3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the Engine unit [A] ( ×4, ×1). [B]: When assembling the projector, route the cable as shown in the figure. Remove the PCB Lamp Interlock [A] ( ×1). PSU Fan Remove the USB Network Board (page Remove the PCB Main Ass’y (page...
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Parts Replacement Remove the bracket [A]. Remove the bracket [A] ( ×6). • When installing the bracket during reassembling, to firmly secure the PSU fan, fit the bracket tightly into the PSU fans.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the PSU Fan [A]. • When installing the fan on the holder, make sure to install it in the correct orientation. Power Supply-Ballast Remove the PSU Fan (page 62). Remove the Power supply-ballast [A] ( ×2, ×2).
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Parts Replacement Remove the bracket [A] ( ×2). Remove the Power supply-DC ( ×6).
3. Replacement and Adjustment Replacement of Optical Parts Adjustments needed after the replacement of parts are as specified in the table below. : Adjustment needed : Need checking Disassembly/replacement of parts Adjustment parts Polarizing parts OPT BASE FL1 adjustments RL2 adjustments M1 adjustments POLARIZER R SASSY POLARIZER G SASSY...
Replacement of Optical Parts Remove the Polarizer-B [A] ( ×1). Polarizer-G Remove the OPT Base (page 59). Remove the Polarizer-G [A] ( ×1). [B]: Make sure to note the direction in which the Polarizer-G is set in the holder. There is a mark in the area enclosed by the blue circle in the figure.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Remove the Polarizer-R [A] ( ×1). [B]: Make sure to note the direction in which the Polarizer-R is set in the holder. There is a mark in the area enclosed by the blue circle in the figure. Optical Parts Adjustment Adjustments needed after the replacement of polarization plates.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Connect the extension connectors to the PCB Main Ass’y that has been removed. [A]: To EX PWB POEX (40P) (The cable connected to the projector is used as it is.) [B]: To FAN POFAN8 (3P) [C]: To TH3 PWB POTH3 (2P) [D]: To TH1 PWB POTH1 (2P) [E]: To FAN POFAN1 (3P) [F]: To FAN POFAN2 (4P)
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Replacement of Optical Parts Connect the respective connectors of the projector with the extension connector PWB ( ×13). Start the projector. Display an internal pattern (all-white signal). (Select the test pattern in the Source screen.) Make shadow adjustments. After the completion of adjustments, recover the original status. Shadow adjustment flow...
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Handling of margin in shadow adjustment During shadow adjustment, adjust the margin so that it is balanced vertically and horizontally. If adjustments are carried out from the LCD panel, this margin cannot be seen directly. Therefore, try to move the shadow until its top, bottom, right, or left part appears.
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Replacement of Optical Parts [A]: Shadow in vertical direction [B]: Shadow in vertical direction Neutral setup position for each adjuster block • FL1 Vertical: The state when the holder (FL) maintains the height of one (FL) T1.0 spacer and one T0.5 spacer.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment [A]: Fixing screw [B]: Spacer (FL) [C]: Handle part of the holder (FL1) Vertical direction: 1. Loosen the FL1 fixing screw (in 1 position). 2. Change the spacer (FL) thickness and adjust the shadow margin so that it is vertically equalized. Arrange the spacers so that the total quantity of spacers is as small as possible.
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Replacement of Optical Parts [A]: Fixing screw [B]: Spacer (RL2) [C]: Handle part of the holder (RL2) Vertical direction: 1. Loosen the RL2 fixing screw (1 position). 2. Change the spacer (RL2) thickness and adjust the shadow margin until it is vertically equalized. Arrange the spacers so that the total number of spacers is as small as possible.
3. Replacement and Adjustment (Make adjustments until the portions in magenta or reddish color are eliminated vertically and uniformly in the projector screen.) • Horizontal shadow adjustment for G and B Move the holder (FL1) horizontally and eliminate the horizontal shadow. (Equally balanced in horizontal directions) (Make adjustments until the portions in magenta or reddish color are eliminated horizontally and uniformly in the projector screen.)
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Replacement of Optical Parts [A]: To EX PWB POEX (40P) (The cable connected to the projector is used as it is.) [B]: To FAN POFAN8 (3P) [C]: To TH3 PWB POTH3 (2P) [D]: To TH1 PWB POTH1 (2P) [E]: To FAN POFAN1 (3P) [F]: To FAN POFAN2 (4P) [G]: To FAN POFAN4 (3P) [H]: To LCAP PWB POLCAP (4P)
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Connect the respective connectors of the projector with the extension connector PWB ( ×13). Start the projector. Display an internal pattern (all-black signal). (Select Install and Setup on the menu screen and set the background at Black Background.) Adjust the polarization plate.
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Replacement of Optical Parts Display an all-black screen, stop it where the screen becomes darkest, and fix the polarizer set screw (one position). The tightening torque shall be 0.35 ± 0.05N•m. Follow the steps of (1) and (2) above in the order of the Green, Red, and Blue Channels. Cooling after the adjustment of the polarizing plate When the lamp is turned off after the adjustment of the polarizing plate, about 30 seconds of cooling shall be carried out.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Electrical Adjustment Adjustments needed after the replacement of Main PWB is as specified in the table below. : Adjustments needed : Data Read/Write Data writing Data for each model EDID data Serial number and Model number Data Read/Write Flicker Data VT Data...
Electrical Adjustment 4. Data writing for Serial number and Model number • When all data cannot be copied • After the replacement of PCB Main Ass’y 1. Data writing for each model is carried out 2. PCB Main Ass’y adjustments (Flicker adjustments, Usage Time setup) 3.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Turn the power ON*, pressing the [ENTER] and [EXIT] keys of the main unit simultaneously. * Connect the plug of the power cord to the power outlet. (AC source turned on) Release the [ENTER] and [EXIT] keys when the Power LED blinks in green.
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Electrical Adjustment Start up PJUpgrader2vupf.exe previously installed. Press [choose….] button to select the file (VUPF_X6181NtoWX6181N.bin) to be written. Check that the projector and PC are properly connected each other, then press [Flash] button. Message "Do you start flash write?" is displayed. When [Yes(Y)] button is pressed, writing is started.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Turn the power ON*, pressing the [EXIT] and [MENU] keys of the main unit simultaneously. * Connect the plug of the power cord to the power outlet. (AC source turned on) Release the [EXIT] and [MENU] keys when the Power LED blinks in green.
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Electrical Adjustment Start up PJUpgrader2.exe copied previously. Press [choose….] button to select the file (WX6181N_Data_V******.bin) to be written. Check that the projector and PC are properly connected each other, then press [Flash] button. Message "Do you start flash write?" is displayed. When [Yes(Y)] button is pressed, writing is started.
3. Replacement and Adjustment Turn the power ON* again, pressing the [EXIT] and [MENU] keys of the main unit simultaneously. * Connect the plug of the power cord to the power outlet. (AC source turned on) Release the [EXIT] and [MENU] keys when the Power LED blinks in green. Start up PJUpgrader2.exe copied previously.
Electrical Adjustment • EDID rewriting software EDIDwriter.exe PJUpgrader2.exe • EDID data (HDMI) ("***" in the file name denotes the version.) X6181N _EDID_HDMI_V***.bin WX6181N _EDID_HDMI_V***.bin WU6181N _EDID_HDMI_V***.bin • EDID data (Analog) ("***" in the file name denotes the version.) X6181N _EDID_DSUB_V***.bin WX6181N _EDID_DSUB_V***.bin...
3. Replacement and Adjustment 1. Rewrite HDMI terminal EDID. 2. Rewrite D-SUB terminal EDID. 3. Rewrite DP (Display Port) terminal EDID. • Before rewriting EDID data, set the on-screen menu’s [SETUP] > [POWER OPTIONS] > [STANDBY MODE] to [NETWORK STANDBY].
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Electrical Adjustment Initial setting Set the power supply of the projector main unit under the STANDBY conditions. Connect the projector and the PC with an RS232C cable (Cross), referring to "Equipment to be used and environment". Then activate "EDIDwriter". [A] : RS232C cable (Cross) [B] : PC CONTROL [C] : Power cord (supplied) •...
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Selecting a writing file Click "Choose.." button to select the file. * Select HDMI EDID data from File name "xxxxx_EDID_HDMI_V***.bin". (xxxxx: Model, ***: version). • Comparison Table of Model Names and EDID File Names of HDMI...
Rewriting data Make sure that the projector and the PC are properly connected, and then click "Flash" button. Rewriting HDMI terminal EDID is started. When writing is completed, the message "Write Finished!" will be displayed. Click "OK" button to finish the procedure.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Initial setting Set the power supply of the projector main unit under the STANDBY conditions. Connect the projector and the PC with an RS232C cable (Cross), referring to "2Equipment to be used and environment". Then activate "EDIDwriter". [A] : RS232C cable (Cross) [B] : PC CONTROL [C] : Power cord (supplied)
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Electrical Adjustment Selecting a writing file Click "Choose.." button to select the file. * Select D-SUB EDID data from File name "xxxxx_EDID_DSUB_V***.bin". (xxxxx: Model series name, ***: version) • Comparison Table of Model Names and EDID File Names of D-SUB Model Name EDID File Name PJ- X6181N...
Rewriting data Make sure that the projector and the PC are properly connected, and then click "Flash" button. Rewriting HDMI terminal EDID is started. When writing is completed, the message "Write Finished!" will be displayed. Click "OK" button to finish the procedure.
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Electrical Adjustment Initial setting Set the power supply of the projector main unit under the STANDBY conditions. Connect the projector and the PC with an RS232C cable (Cross), referring to "Equipment to be used and environment". Then activate "EDIDwriter". [A] : RS232C cable (Cross) [B] : PC CONTROL [C] : Power cord (supplied) •...
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Selecting a writing file Click "Choose.." button to select the file. * Select DP EDID data from File name “xxxxx_EDID_DP_V***.bin”. (xxxxx: Model, ***: version). • Comparison Table of Model Names and EDID File Names of DP Model Name EDID File Name PJ- X6181N...
Rewriting data Make sure that the projector and the PC are properly connected, and then click "Flash" button. Rewriting HDMI terminal EDID is started. When writing is completed, the message "Write Finished!" will be displayed. Click "OK" button to finish the procedure.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Writing in the EDID of HDMI is impossible from the DDC/CI board. Select the serial port. The projector is not found. Check whether the PC and the projector are connected through an RGB cable. A wrong model is specified.
Electrical Adjustment Procedure for writing of a serial number and a model number Software installation Decompress SNWriter2.zip and execute the established set-up.exe to install it in the PC. (For the destination folder for installation, either half-size or full-size font characters are acceptable.) Writing of a serial number and a model number Connect the Projector to computer through an RS232C cable (Cross).
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Click "SNWriter2.exe" installed previously. * In regard to "Speed" that is indicated in the above-mentioned screen, make confirmation on the menu screen specified below. In the specified format, the model number and the serial number are entered in the column of [A].
Electrical Adjustment "*PJ X6180N B87YAM0000*" • After the completion of writing, no verification is performed. Therefore, press the "Read" button separately to confirm the result of writing. Data readout The data (model number and serial number) written in the projector are read out. When the "Read"...
3. Replacement and Adjustment Equipment to be used and environment Equipment to be used • The service adjustment software • PC (under the conditions that Windows VISTA/7 is working and either of serial ports COM1 - COM9 is D-SUB9-pin) • RS232C cable (Cross) Software installation procedures This software is composed of the following items: •...
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Electrical Adjustment Click [Setup] button to open the Setup window. Select the COM port connected to the projector in the [Port] box. The default setting of [Baud Rate] on the projector side is 9600. Press [Return] button when the setting is completed.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment When the adjustment described below, from the procedure "Replacement of the PCB Main Ass’y", "Replacement of the OPT BASE" and "Miscellaneous" is done, click [Adjust End] button. * When adjustments of another set are further intended, operation should be started with [Adjust Start]. * If trying to adjust another set without making [Adjust End], there will be an error as a result of model discrimination.
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Electrical Adjustment Click [Data] button of the service software with the projector power in standby to open the Data window.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment All Data Read Read the PCB Main Ass’y data currently used before replacement and save them in a file. Check mark the [All data], and click [Read] button. Name the file and save. The procedure is done when a message box "It completed. " is displayed. * In a certain faulty state, data cannot be saved.
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Electrical Adjustment The procedure is done when a message box "It completed." is displayed. * When Usage Time Data is written, it is necessary to turn the power supply ON (for one minute) after data writing. Turn the projector power supply ON. * When executing data writing, [Data] indicated in the main window turns to bold text.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Click [Flicker] button of the service software to open the Flicker Adjust window. Keeping the projector power supply turned ON, maintain the condition of aging for five minutes. Check [Floor]. Display Red raster signal by clicking [Test R] button in the [Test Pattern] box. Adjust R-scroll bar so that the flicker in the middle of the window becomes smallest.
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Electrical Adjustment Display Blue raster signal by clicking [Test B] button in the [Test Pattern] box. Adjust B-scroll bar so that the flicker in the middle of the window becomes smallest. When flicker adjustment is done, click [SET] button in the [Data] box to write the adjusted value. * When adjustments have been finished ([SET] is clicked), the Floor characters turn to red.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment Click [Usage Time] button of the service software with the projector power in standby to open Usage Time Setting window. Select a type of Usage Time to be changed in the [Change Usage Time]. Set time using the scroll bar, then click [SET] in the Data Box.
Electrical Adjustment When a message [Please Power Off (Standby state).] is displayed, make sure that the projector power is in standby, then click [OK] button. * When writing the Usage Time Data, it is necessary to turn the power supply ON (for one minute) after data writing.
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3. Replacement and Adjustment This is a failure in opening the serial port. Check the Serial Port Number. Make sure that there is no other application using the same Serial Port. "TIME OUT (Comm Close Error) ! ", "Comm Close Error" This is a failure in closing the serial port.
4. System Maintenance Firmware Upgrade A LAN cable is needed to upgrade the firmware. Before upgrading the firmware, make sure to prepare the following: • LAN cable • Notebook PC (on which Internet Explorer 7.0 or later is installed) Upgrading the firmware Connect the PC to the projector via a wired or wireless LAN.
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4. System Maintenance Select the file and press the [UPDATE] button. When the confirmation dialog box appears, press the [OK] button. When the message "File written successfully" appears in the history section, press the [REBOOT] button to restart the projector. To update multiple files, repeat steps 5 to 7 for each file to update.
Functional Test Functional Test Analog RGB signal connection • Connect the computer cable to the display output terminal (mini D-sub 15 pin) on the computer and the computer video input terminal on the projector. Use a computer cable attached with a ferrite core.
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...
HDMI 1 IN HDMI 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 IN HDMI 2 HDMI 2 DisplayPort DisplayPort DisplayPort Cautions when connecting an HDMI cable ® ® Use a certified High Speed HDMI Cable or High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet.
• When signals from a device that uses a signal converter adapter are connected to the DisplayPort input connector, in some cases the image may not be displayed. • When the HDMI output of a computer is connected to the DisplayPort input connector, use a converter (commercially available).
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Visual Interface) revision 1.0 standard. The cable should be within 197"/5m long. • Turn off the projector and the PC before connecting the DVI-to-HDMI cable. • To project a DVI digital signal: Connect the cables, turn the projector on, then select the HDMI input. Finally, turn on the PC.
• When outputting HDMI signals, turn on the power of the video device on the output side and keep it connected before inputting video signals into this device. The HDMI output terminals of the...
HDMI repeater function. • For the HDMI output terminal of the projector, the theoretical number of units that can be connected in a series is seven. The maximum number of units that can be connected may be reduced by the external environment and quality of the signal and cable, etc.
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4. System Maintenance [A]: BNC (CV) IN [B]: BNC (Y) IN [C]: BNC (C) IN [D]: AUDIO IN [E]: BNC cable (not supplied) [F]: Audio cable (not supplied) [G]: Audio cable (not supplied) [H]: Audio equipment 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...
• To connect to a video device with a 15-pin D-sub connector, use a component video to VGA 15- pin D-sub adapter (commercially available). Connecting HDMI Input Connect the HDMI output of the Blu-ray player, hard disk player, or notebook type PC to the HDMI 1 IN or HDMI 2 IN connector of the projector.
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HDMI 2 • For users of audio video equipment with an HDMI connector: • Select “Enhanced” rather than “Normal” if HDMI output is switchable between “Enhanced” and “Normal”. • This will provide improved image contrast and more detailed dark areas.
4. System Maintenance • When connecting the HDMI 1 IN or HDMI 2 IN connector of the projector to the Blu-ray player, the projector’s video level settings can be made in accordance with the Blu-ray player’s video level. In the menu, select [ADJUST] [VIDEO] [VIDEO LEVEL] and make the necessary settings.
5. Troubleshooting LED Display Indicator Messages Power Indicator Indicator display Projector status Procedure Power is off. Flashin Blue (short flashes) Preparing to turn power on Wait a while. Blue (long flashes) Off timer (enabled) Program timer (off time enabled) Orange (short flashes) Projector cooling Wait a while.
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5. Troubleshooting Flashin Red (cycles of 1) Cover problem The lamp cover is not properly mounted. Mount it properly. The POSW connector is pulled out. Make sure that the PCB EX and PCB Lamp Interlock connectors are connected correctly. The POEX connector is pulled out. Make sure that the PCB Main Ass'y and PCB EX connectors are connected correctly.
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LED Display Flashin Red (cycles of 4) Fan problem The POFAN4 connector is pulled out. Make sure that the PCB Main Ass'y and R- LCD Fan connectors are connected correctly. The POFAN5 connector is pulled out. Make sure that the PCB EX and Lamp Fan connectors are connected correctly.
5. Troubleshooting * Sleep mode refers to the state whereby the functional restrictions due to the standby mode setting are removed. Lamp Indicator Indicator display Projector status Procedure The lamp is turned off. Flashin Green Preparing to relight lamp Wait a while. after lighting has failed Lamp replacement grace The lamp has reached the end of its service...
LED Display Flashin 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, refer to the "Troubleshooting Guide". The POBM connector is pulled out. Make sure that the Thermostat and PCB EX connectors are connected correctly.
5. Troubleshooting Service Mode Mode change How to enter the Expert Mode When an accessory remote control is used: • In the state of Power ON, press the keys in the order of [Help] [Help]. • Press the [Menu] key to display the menu and confirm that the conditions of [EXPERT] have been obtained.
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Service Mode – Setup of [FIREWALL] • [INPUT] – Setup of [TEST PATTERN2] • [ADJUST] – [3D SETTINGS] – Setup of [3D SYNC TIMING] • [ADJUST] – [EXPERT1] – Adjustment of [R/Cr-GAIN] – Adjustment of [G/Yr-GAIN] – Adjustment of [B/Cb-GAIN] –...
Service Mode – Display of [HARDWARE1/2/3] • [INFO.] – [VERSION(2)] – Display of [BIOS(MM)] – Display of [BOOTLOADER(MM)] • [INFO.] – [CONDITONS] – Display of [FAN CONTROL MODE] Factory reset • When [SETUP] – [RESET] – [ALL DATA (INCLUDING ENTRY LIST)] – [YES] is carried out in Service Mode, the language is changed to [ENGLISH] and the language select screen of [LANGUAGE] is displayed.
5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide Operation Check for the Main Board It is possible to conduct a certain level of fault diagnosis in normal state of operation check. Before removing the top cover, check the indicator. Do the operation check after pulling out any cables other than the power cord.
5. Troubleshooting For Audio Perform the following check after powering ON the projector. 1. No sound from a speaker 2. Failure to output sound to an external device (HDMI OUT) 3. Failure to output sound to an external device (AUDIO OUT)
Troubleshooting Guide For Multi Media • The wired LAN, wireless LAN or USB function does not work. Refer to operation check for the PCB Network. (page 141) • The time settings are not saved. Replace the main board. Operation Check for the PCB Network Perform the following check after powering ON the projector.
5. Troubleshooting Error Log Error Log Screen Image Displaying the error log screen To display the error log screen, press and hold the [MENU] button for five seconds or more in user, expert, or service mode. Service Information: Page-1 User mode / Expert mode Service mode: Display of other areas added...
Error Log Contents of Error Log (Page1) Display * Cleared with All Data Reset from the service menu. Status Columns List of Phenomena caused by Power OFF due to Errors Display Meaning Details Possible cause symbol E1-1 Status LED blinking once Cover malfunction Lamp cover...
5. Troubleshooting Display Meaning Details Possible cause symbol E1-2 Status LED blinking once Mirror (M4) cover malfunction Mirror cover E2-1 Status LED blinking twice Temperature error Bimetal error E2-2 Status LED blinking twice Temperature error Thermal error Optical path E2-3 Status LED blinking twice Temperature error temperature error...
Error Log Symbol consisting of 2 alphanumerical characters plus the number of fans (8 for Plato) Normal “N” Eco mode (1 character) “E” Auto “A” Fan mode High “H” (1 character) Altitude “T” Normal “O” Error Fan (8 characters) Error “X”...
5. Troubleshooting Lamp/Filter Clear Count The number of reset actions is displayed in regard to Lamp Usage / Filter Usage. Displayed in the order of [No. of reset actions for Lamp Usage] and [No. of reset actions for Filter Usage]. Cleared with All Data Reset from the Service menu.
Error Log Contents of Error Log (Page3) Display Display of projector usage time by tilt angle. OFF/ON means setting of Eco mode. 1. Tilt angle for standard cooling: increases when installing at other than a tilt angle of [2.] or [4.]. 2.
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Model Sirius-PJ2 Machine Codes: Y076/Y077/Y078 Appendices June, 2015...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Appendix: Specifications General Specifications............................3 List of General Specifications........................3 List of Supported Signals..........................8...
1. Appendix: Specifications General Specifications List of General Specifications Item Specification Model name PJ WU6181N/WX6181N/X6181N Method Three primary color liquid crystal shutter projection method Specifications of main parts Liquid Size X6181N: 0.79" (with MLA) × 3 (aspect ratio: 4:3) crystal WX6181N: 0.76"...
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1. Appendix: Specifications Item Specification Scanning Analog: 15 kHz, 24 to 100 kHz (24 kHz or greater for RGB frequency inputs), conforming to VESA standards Horizontal Digital: 15 kHz, 24 to 153 kHz, conforming to VESA standards Analog: 48 Hz, 50 to 85 Hz, 100, 120 Hz conforming to VESA standards Vertical Digital: 24, 25, 30, 48 Hz, 50 to 85 Hz, 100, 120 Hz...
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Colorimetry: RGB, YcbCr444 and YcbCr422 compatible LipSync compatible, HDCP compatible (*5), Supports 4K and 3D Video output Repeater Audio input HDMI: Sampling frequency - 32/44.1/48 kHz, Sampling bits - 16/20/24 bits DisplayPort Video input DisplayPort × 1 Data rate: 2.7Gbps/1.62Gbps No.
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[PRESET] mode, the light output value may drop slightly. *3 Compliance with ISO21118-2005 *4 Full color (approx. 16.77 million colors or greater) when the Ethernet input connector is selected. *5 HDMI® (Deep Color, Lip Sync) with HDCP What is HDCP/HDCP technology?
Protection (HDCP) is a system for preventing illegal copying of video data sent over a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). If it is unable to view material via the HDMI input, this does not necessarily mean the projector is not functioning properly. With the implementation of HDCP, there may be cases in which certain content is protected with HDCP and might not be displayed due to the decision/intention of the HDCP community (Digital Content Protection, LLC).
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1. Appendix: Specifications HDMI 3D Signal Resolution (dots) Refresh Rate (Hz) Aspect Ratio 3D Format Frame Packing 23.98/24 Side By Side Top and Bottom Side By Side 1920 × 1080p Top and Bottom Side By Side Top and Bottom Side By Side 59.94/60...
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1. Appendix: Specifications Display Port 3D Signal Resolution (dots) Refresh Rate (Hz) Aspect Ratio 3D Format Frame Packing 23.98/24 Side By Side Top and Bottom Side By Side 1920 × 1080p Top and Bottom Side By Side Top and Bottom Side By Side 59.94/60 Top and Bottom...
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General Specifications The factory default is [AUTO] for [ASPECT RATIO]. To display these signals, select [16:9] for [ASPECT RATIO]. *6 The projector may fail to display these signals correctly when [AUTO] is selected for [ASPECT RATIO] in the on-screen menu. The factory default is [AUTO] for [ASPECT RATIO].
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