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Owner's Manual
PRELIMINARYDRAFT
MP-D1
VIDEO
PROJECTOR
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual PRELIMINARYDRAFT MP-D1 VIDEO PROJECTOR...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    FCC Information (U.S.A. only) CAUTION: Changes or modification not approved by Madrigal Imaging could void the user's author- ity to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 3 All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. All operating instructions should be followed. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.
  • Page 4 Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles on other equipment as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 5 Power Supply Voltage AC 120 V When it is used by other power supply voltage, power cable must be changed. Consult your Madrigal Imaging dealer. * DO NOT allow any unqualified person to install the unit. Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit (eg.
  • Page 6 From all of us at Madrigal, thank you for choosing the Madrigal Imaging MP-D1 Video Projector. A great deal of effort went into the design and construction of this precision device. Before using it, read and follow all instructions carefully to take full advantage of...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................2 Accessories ..........................8 Controls and Features ......................9 Front Side / Top Surface / Right Side...................9 Left-hand side ........................10 Bottom Surface........................11 Status Indicator ........................12 Connector Panel........................14 Remote Control Unit......................16 Installing Batteries .......................18 Installing the Projector ................19 Precautions for installation....................19 Projection Distance and Screen Size ..................20 Effective Range and Distance of the Remote Control unit ..........20 Setting the Position Selecting Screw for Ceiling Mounting ..........21...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    Accessories The following accessories are included with this projector. Check for them; if any item is missing, please contact your dealer. Remote Control Connection (RM-M10G) Cable [approx. 4.92' (1.5m)] AAA/R03-size Audio Cable dry cell battery (x2) [approx. (for checking 9.84 ft Operation) (3m)] Power Cord...

  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    Controls and Features (Continued) Front Side, Top Surface, Right Side Status indicators For details, refer to “Controls and Features” (page 12). Exhaust vents Vents for cooling fans through which warm air comes out. CAUTION • Do not block the exhaust vents, or heat builds up inside, possibly causing a fire. Also, do not touch the vents, or this could cause a low-temperature burn.

  • Page 10: Left-Hand Side

    Controls and Features (Continued) Front Side, Top Surface, Right Side (Cont.) Remote sensor Receives the IR directly from your remote control or reflected from your screen. AC IN (power input) terminal Left-hand Side This is the power input terminal where the supplied power cord is connected. MAIN POWER switch This is the main power switch.

  • Page 11: Bottom Surface

    When using the projector in a right side up, table position (noninverted top-to-bottom and left-to-right), the “position selecting screw for table mounting” must be switched to table mounting. (The MP-D1 is preconfigured to be ceiling mounted. No adjust- ment is need for ceiling mounting) This will correct variance in color images (shading), which otherwise would occur in table mounting.

  • Page 12: Status Indicator

    Controls and Features (Continued) Status Indicators STAND BY LAMP TEMP EMERGENCY STAND BY Indicator When in stand-by mode. Blinking: When in cool-down mode. MEMO This projector has a built-in cool down feature. The purpose of the coo-down feature is to prevent damage to the projector from heat.
  • Page 13 Controls and Features (Continued) Status Indicators (cont.) MEMO About the emergency mode: The emergency light will blink if any of the following conditions exist: • When the air filter is removed. • When the air filter is clogged. • When the Xenon lamp has suddenly gone off. •...

  • Page 14: Connector Panel

    Controls and Features (Continued) Connector Panel VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COMPUTER AUDIO OUT REMOTE RS-232C Y/C (S video) input terminal VIDEO (composite video) input terminal (BNC) Y, P /B-Y, P /R-Y input terminals (BNC) DTV-format Signals The following are DTV-format signals that can be input. DTV-Formats 480i 480p...
  • Page 15 These are input terminals for analog RGB signals. NOTE • The MP-D1 can handle the following DTV formats: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i. If the pro- jector is set to the “Auto” Detect Mode, the 480i and the 1080i can be detected, but 480p and 720p cannot.

  • Page 16: Remote Control Unit

    Controls and Features (Continued) Remote Control Unit OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET QUICK ALIGN. MUTING Remote control’s signal transmitter OPERATE button To turn on the power, press this button for one second or more. About 30 seconds after the power has turned on, a video image will appear on the screen.
  • Page 17 Controls and Features (Continued) Remote Control Unit (cont.) ZOOM (T/W) button Use these buttons to increase or decrease the picture size. T: The picture size decreases. W: The picture size increases. FOCUS (+/–) button Use these buttons to adjust the focus of the projected video. +: The focus point becomes more distant.

  • Page 18: Installing Batteries

    Controls and Features (Continued) Install batteries in the remote control. If the remote control has started Installing Batteries to work erratically, replace the batteries. Open the back cover. While pushing on the back cover, slide it in the direction of the arrow. Install the batteries.

  • Page 19: Installing The Projector

    • If you want to create an enclosure for the MP-D1, be sure to provide proper ventilation so the temperature inside remains equal to room temperature. Below are recommend- ed dimensions for an enclosure.

  • Page 20: Projection Distance And Screen Size

    Installing the Projector (Continued) The projector has a zoom lens that focuses between 2:1 to 3:1 the width of the screen. Projection Distance And Screen Size CAUTIONS and NOTES • Install the screen so the lower edge of the projected picture aligns with the extended center line of the projector’s lens.

  • Page 21: Setting The Position Selecting Screw For Ceiling Mounting

    Screen about 32.8' (10m) or less. 50˚ 50˚ Projector 30˚ MP-D1 Remote control unit Setting The Position Selecting Screw For When using the projector in a right side up table-mounted position, the “position select- Table Mount ing screw for ceiling/table mounting” must be turned to switch to table mount. This will correct variance in color images (shading), which otherwise would occur in table mount- ing.

  • Page 22: Connecting To Various Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices • Before connection, be sure to turn off the projector and connected devices. • Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Connecting To Video Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and video device. Devices S Video cable Video devices...

  • Page 23: Connecting To Devices Which Control The Projector

    Also, you can make an infrared remote sensor extension unit and connect it to the REMOTE terminal of the projector. * Obtain connection cables as required. * For details, consult a Madrigal Imaging-authorized dealer or service center. AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO...

  • Page 24: Connecting To Computer Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices (Continued) Connecting To Computer Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer. • Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Connection to an IBM PC or IBM-compatible computer • Use the supplied computer connection cable. Also, prepare cables required for connect- ing the devices connected.
  • Page 25 Connecting to Various Devices (Continued) Connecting To Computer Devices (cont.) Connection to Macintosh • Use the supplied Personal computer connection cable and the supplied conversion adapter for Mac. • When connecting an audio output terminal such as a computer sound source to the projector, connect to the AUDIO terminal using the supplied audio cable.
  • Page 26 After that, re-insert the power cord and try to operate the projector. If it goes into emergency again, after the fans have stopped, turn off the main power switch, pull out the power cord, and consult your Madrigal Imaging-authorized dealer or service cen- ter for repair.

  • Page 27: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The following describes the basic procedure for normal use of the projector. 1. Turning On The Power Turn on the MAIN POWER switch. ON [I]: The main power turns on and the STAND BY indicator comes on. STAND BY indicator STAND BY OPERATE indicator Projector’s indicator...

  • Page 28: Select The Video Input To Be Projected

    Basic Operations (Continued) 2. Select The Video Input To Be Projected Press the VIDEO button or the COMPUTER button to switch the input. • Each time you press either button, the selected input changes as follows. COMPUTER When you press VIDEO: button OPERATE COMPUTER...

  • Page 29: Adjust Focus

    Basic Operations (Continued) Adjust focus with remote controls FOCUS (+/-) buttons. 4. Adjust Focus To focus on farther points: Press the FOCUS (+) button. To focus on nearer points: Press the FOCUS (-) button. Remote control unit OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO FOCUS VOL.
  • Page 30 Basic Operations (Continued) 6. For Operating Other Functions (cont.) NOTE • This function works only for computer inputs. It does not work for AV inputs. CAUTION • When performing automatic adjustment using the quick alignment function: Use a bright, still picture screen. It may not function correctly on a dark motion pic- ture screen.

  • Page 31: Operating The Main Menu

    Operating the Main Menu Configuring The Main Menu (AV Input) You can adjust video quality (PICTURE) using the menus. The menus are configured as follows: Main menu PIXEL CLOCK TRACKING: Normally, no adjustment is required. The lateral size and display area of video image are adjusted. PHASE: Normally, no adjustment is required.
  • Page 32 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Configuring The Main Menu (AV Input) OPTIONS BACK COLOR: Select the background color when there is no video (cont.) (cont.) signal. Background colors can be one of the following: BLUE, CYAN, BLACK, GREEN, MAGENTA, RED, and YELLOW. COLOR TEMP.: Adjusts the color temperature of the image.

  • Page 33: Operating The Main Menu (Basic Operation Of The Main Menu)

    Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Basic Operation Of Press the MENU/ENTER button. The Main Menu • The main menu is displayed on the screen. Remote control unit " Select an item with the cursor button MENU/ ENTER • The selected item (displayed text) is shown in magenta color on the screen. button OPERATE COMPUTER...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Pixel Clock

    Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Adjusting The The pixel clock should be adjusted mainly for computer-related inputs. (Normally, it does Pixel Clock not need to be adjusted for video inputs.) If a wide stripe appears on the screen, adjust the lateral size of video image and the display area (tracking adjustment) so the stripe disap- Remote control unit pears.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Screen Position

    Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Adjusting The Screen Position Adjust the position of the screen if it is displaced. Press the MENU/ENTER button. Remote control unit • The main menu appears on the screen. MENU/ ENTER button " Select “POSITION” with the cursor button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO...

  • Page 36: Adjusting Picture Quality

    Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Adjusting Picture Quality To adjust brightness, contrast, etc. Press the MENU/ENTER button. • The main menu appears on the screen. Remote control unit MENU/ " Select “PICTURE” with the cursor button ENTER button • The selected item text is shown in magenta color on the screen. OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO...
  • Page 37 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Adjusting " Picture Quality (cont.) Make adjustment with the cursor button For video system input • To adjust multiple items, repeat steps 4 and 5. Remote control unit MENU/ • To reset all items (to factory-set adjustment values “0”), select ALL RESET with the ENTER button cursor buttons and press the MENU/ENTER button.
  • Page 38 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Adjusting Picture Quality (cont.) For computer system input • To adjust multiple items, repeat steps 4 and 5. • To reset all items (to factory-set adjustment values “0”), select ALL RESET with the Remote control unit cursor buttons and press the MENU/ENTER button.
  • Page 39 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Adjusting Picture Quality (cont.) NOTE • Adjustment items (on the PICTURE menu) are different when AV signals are input and when computer-related signals are input. There is a relationship between the adjustment of items R-GAIN, G-GAIN,B-GAIN and that of item CONTRAST.

  • Page 40: Setting And Adjusting Other Functions (Options)

    Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Setting And Adjusting Other Functions The following optional functions can be set (adjusted) (OPTIONS) • MENU AUTO OFF • LINE DISPLAY • RIGHT LEFT REV. • TOP BOTTOM INV. • CLAMP • RESIZE • BACK COLOR •...
  • Page 41 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Setting And Adjusting Other Functions " (OPTIONS) (cont.) Set (adjust) the desired item with the cursor button • To adjust multiple items, repeat steps 4 and 5. Adjustment item Button Adjustment content Remote control unit Sets whether to clear the menu dis- MENU/ play automatically a fixed time later...
  • Page 42 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Setting And Adjusting Other Functions (OPTIONS) (cont.) Adjustment item Button Adjustment content When the number of pixels (resolu- tion) sought by the input video is RESIZE smaller than that (resolution) of the Remote control unit D-ILA device, the video image is then MENU/ enlarged to virtually full screen size of...
  • Page 43 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Setting And Adjusting Other Functions Adjustment item Button Adjustment content (OPTIONS) (cont.) Sets the vertical-to horizontal ratio (4 : 3 OR 19 : 9) of the video image pro- ASPECT CHANGE jected. (Factory setting: MIDDLE) Remote control unit 4 : 3: The aspect ratio of the...

  • Page 44: Changing (Setting) The Source

    Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Changing (Setting) the Source Normally, use the source setting in AUTO. If use in AUTO is unstable such as color not appearing, the screen being disturbed or the screen being intermitted, set to the dedicated source (forced mode) in accordance with the input signal.
  • Page 45 Operating the Main Menu (Continued) Changing (Setting) The Source (cont.) Press the MENU/ENTER button to set (fix) it. When AUTO is selected: The main menu is automatically cleared, completing the setting procedure, and the source display input appears. Remote control unit •...

  • Page 46: Replacing The Light-Source Lamp

    If video image is dark and its color tint is poor even after you have adjusted color tint and brightness, replace the lamp a little earlier. Contact your Madrigal Imaging-authorized dealer where you purchased the projector to have the lamp replaced.
  • Page 47 Replacing the Light-Source Lamp (Continued) Loosen the lamp-unit screws, raise the handle, and pull out the lamp unit. Screw Insert the new lamp unit fully inside and fasten the screws. CAUTION • Do not touch the glass surface of the light-source lamp directly with your hand. If you touch with a bare hand, oils on your hand may adhere to the lamp, possibly prevent- ing the lamp from performing as specified due to a shortened lamp life, a darkened screen, etc.

  • Page 48: Resetting The Lamp Use Time

    We strongly recommend that you have your Madrigal Imaging dealer do this as the top cover of the projector must be removed.

  • Page 49: Cleaning And Replacing The Filter

    Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Clean the filter periodically. If the filter is heavily stained and does not get clean, or if it is damaged, replace the filter with a new filter (part No.: LC30208). Otherwise, dirt may get inside and appear on the screen, possibly preventing you from enjoying the video image fully.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solutions to common problems related to your projector are described here. If none of the solutions presented here solves the problem, unplug the projector and consult a MADRI- GAL IMAGING-authorized dealer or service center. Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action Page Power is not supplied •...
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting (Continued) Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action Page Remote control unit • Are batteries installed correctly? • Match the polarities of batteries does not work correctly (+ to + and – to –) • Are batteries exhausted? • Replace with new batteries. •...

  • Page 52: Specifications

    Specifications Optical Mechanism System •Projection method 3D-ILA device, 1 lens, 3 primary color optical shutter method • D-ILA device 0.9" measured diagonally (1365 x 1024 pixels) x 3 (Total number of pixels : 4,193,280) • Projecting lens Electric-driven zoom of 1.5 x •...
  • Page 53 Specifications (Continued) Input/Output (cont.) Horizontal sync/composite sync signal (H/Cs) H : ........1 to 5Vp-p, high impedance (positive/negative polarity) Cs : .........1 to 5Vp-p, high impedance (positive/negative polarity) Vertical sync signal (V) V : ........1 to 5Vp-p, high impedance (positive/negative polarity) * Some connected devices may not correspond to composite sync (Cs) or G on sync signal.
  • Page 54 Specifications (Continued) Outside Dimensions 16 3 ⁄ 4" (42.545 cm) 4 1 ⁄ 8" (10.477 cm) 5 1 ⁄ 4" (13.335) FRONT SIDE 14 7 ⁄ 8" (37.782 cm) 16 3 ⁄ 4" (42.545 cm) 6 5 ⁄ 8" (16.827 cm) 14 1 ⁄...
  • Page 55 Specifications (Continued) Pin Assignment Y/C terminal (Specifications for terminals) Pin Number Signal Name GND (Y) GND (C) RS-232C terminal Pin Number Signal Name Pin Number Signal Name COMPUTER IN-1 (PC)/ COMPUTER OUT Terminal Pin Number Signal Name Pin Number Signal Name Green GND (SYNC) Blue...
  • Page 56 A Harman International Company Madrigal Imaging ® Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc. P.O.Box 781 Middletown, CT 06457-0781 Internet: www.madrigal.com P630447 Fax: 860.346.1540 ©2001 Madrigal Audio Laboratories, Inc.

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