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Toshiba TDP-P6 User Manual

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TDP-P6
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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE TDP-P6 Digital Projector English Français Deutsch Español Japanese...
  • Page 2 English...
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chrome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan We declare under our sole responsibility that the TDP-P6 projector conform to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Connecting a computer Required computer connections Displaying a computer image First-time projector use with Windows 98 Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Displaying a video image Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup Using the keypad buttons Using the remote control Using the audio Optimizing computer images...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Your new digital projector packs great performance into a shape and size customized for the mobile professional. It fits comfortably in your laptop bag then transitions easily into your presentation environment. It is easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain. projector audio cable adapter lens cap*...

  • Page 6: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a computer Required computer connections Connect the black end of the computer cable to the Computer in connector on the projector. Connect the blue end to the video (VGA) port on your com- puter. If you are using a desktop computer with a single VGA port, you first need to disconnect the monitor from that computer’s video port.

  • Page 7: Displaying A Computer Image

    Displaying a computer image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is dis- played and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.

  • Page 8: First-Time Projector Use With Windows 98

    First-time projector use with Windows 98 The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wiz- ard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system).
  • Page 9 Skip this page if you did not connect the USB portion of the computer cable. The USB connection enables slide advance during presentations and projector control software. For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again.

  • Page 10: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- ton to extend the elevator foot. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. See page 38 for a table listing screen sizes and distances. Adjust the zoom tab or the focus dial by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced.

  • Page 11: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device Standard video connections Plug the S-video cable’s connector into the S-video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other connector into the S-Video connector on the projector. Plug the white connector of the audio adapter into the left audio out con- nector on the video device and plug the red connector into the right audio out connector on the video device.

  • Page 12: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a video image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is dis- played and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
  • Page 13 Adjust the zoom using the tab or the focus using the dial by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced. adjust zoom and focus zoom focus adjust keystone If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the key- pad.

  • Page 14: Shutting Down The Projector

    20).Turn off the projector and wait one minute, then turn the projector on again. If the Change Lamp message appears, replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer. Contact your Toshiba Dealer if the problem persists An unidentifiable error: please contact your Toshiba Dealer.
  • Page 15 Source Troubleshooting Problem No startup screen Only startup screen appears Solution Plug power cable in and press the power button. Remove lens cap. source Press the Source button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop Result Correct image Computer image projected...
  • Page 16 No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced> Adapter (location varies by operating system) You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown on the following page Computer image projected...
  • Page 17 Image fuzzy or cropped Remote control not advancing PowerPoint slides Set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab, select1024x768) For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dual- display mode Connect computer cable (page 6), then load USB drivers, if needed (page 8) Check batteries in remote Image clear and not cropped...
  • Page 18 Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Edges of video image distorted Image not sharp Solution Adjust keystone on keypad Turn Overscan on in the Picture>Advanced menu Adjust Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Result Square image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 19 Image does not fit 16:9 screen Image reversed left to right Video image “torn” and fragmented A A B B Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Change Video Standard in Picture>Advanced menu Correct image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 20 Projected colors don’t match source COLOR Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinks Adjust color temperature, color space, color control, brightness, and contrast in the Picture and Advanced menus. Also, adjust color and tint (video sources only). Make sure vents aren’t blocked;...
  • Page 21 Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinks Image not centered on screen Still need assistance? If you still need assitance, please contact your authorized Toshiba dealer. Lamp must be replaced (page 35) Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height zoom Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu...

  • Page 22: Using The Keypad Buttons

    Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an over- view of their functions: Power–turns the projector on (page 7) and off (page 14). Menu–displays the on-screen menus (page 27). Select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 27). Up/Down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 27).

  • Page 23: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. To operate, point the remote at the projection screen or at the projector (not at the computer).

  • Page 24: Using The Audio

    Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con- nector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad. Troubleshooting audio If there is no sound, check the following: •...

  • Page 25: Optimizing Computer Images

    Optimizing computer images After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For gen- eral information on using the menus, see page 27. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. •...

  • Page 26: Optimizing Video Images

    Optimizing video images After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general informa- tion regarding menu usage, see page 27. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint in the Picture menu.

  • Page 27: Using The Menus

    Using the menus To open the menus, press the Menu button on the keypad. (The menus auto- matically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to highlight the desired submenu, then press the Select button.

  • Page 28: Picture Menu

    Picture menu To adjust the following five settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press Select to confirm increasing keystone decreasing keystone the changes. Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad.
  • Page 29 Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying com- puter presentations, film images, and video images. (Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material Presets originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event.) You can use the preset as a starting point, then further customize the set- tings for each source.
  • Page 30 Advanced menu Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Color Space: (computer sources only) allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard.

  • Page 31: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Audio: allows volume adjustments. You can also adjust volume from the keypad. allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key Sources when using certain optional remotes. Also allows selection of a default Power-up Source and enables or disables Autosource. When Autosource is not checked, the projector defaults to the source selected in Power-up Source.
  • Page 32 Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen with a black color after no sig- nals are detected for a preset number of minutes (the default is 30 minutes). The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed.
  • Page 33 Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display of menus and messages. Language Service: to use these features, highlight them and press Select. Service menu Factory Reset: restores all settings (except Lamp Hours) to their default after displaying a confirmation dialog box. Lamp Reset: resets the lamp hours counter in the About menu to zero after displaying a confirmation dialog box.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the lens Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    Replacing the projection lamp The lamp hour timer in the About menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. Fifty hours before the specified end of the lamp’s life, the message “Change lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup. After 50 additional hours, the lamp will no longer light.
  • Page 36 WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury. • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness.

  • Page 37: Appendix

    User’s Guide Safety Card For assistance with this projector For assistance with your Toshiba projector in the United States, please visit www.toshiba.com/tacp or contact by phone at 800-846-6672. For assistance with your Toshiba projector in Europe, please visit www.toshiba-europe.com or contact your local Toshiba dealer.

  • Page 38: Red Led Behavior And Projector Errors

    Toshiba dealer for repair. Five (5) blinks The projector is overheating. Check for a blocked air vent. Contact your local Toshiba dealer for repair if clearing the air vents does not solve the problem. Solid red Unidentifiable error: contact your local Toshiba dealer.
  • Page 39 About 32 Aspect Ratio 32 audio 24 Audio In connector 6, 11 audio volume 13 Auto Image 32 Auto Power 31 Blank 32 blinking green 14 blinking red 14 Brightness 10 cleaning the lens 34 Color 13 colors are incorrect 20 computer connections optional 6 required 6...
  • Page 40 Main menu 27 menu system 27 Mute 32 no computer image 16 no startup screen 15 only startup screen appears 15 Picture menu 28 Power button 12 power cable 6, 11 Power Save 31 presentation features 25 projector customizing 26 shutdown 14 standard accessories 37 troubleshooting problems 14...

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