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  • Page 1 ™ Projector USER’S USER’S GUIDE GUIDE...
  • Page 2 WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. WARNING: This product has a lamp which contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose of it as required by local, state, or federal ordinances and regulations.
  • Page 3 This entire user’s guide is available on the enclosed CD as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Norwe- gian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese. Before using this projector, please read these instructions. Le mode d'emploi complet est disponible sur le CD joint sous forme de fichier pdf d'Adobe Acrobat dans les langues suivantes : anglais, français, allemand, italien, norvégien, portugais, espagnol, russe, japonais, coréen, chinois traditionnel, chinois simplifié.
  • Page 4 Declaration of Conformity We declare under our sole responsibility that this projector conform to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 2000 February, 2004 Trademarks...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Positioning the projector Projector and Device Connector Guide Computer connections Video connections Connecting a computer source Required computer connections Optional computer connections Displaying a computer source image Adjusting the image Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time Connecting a video device Video device connections Composite video connection...
  • Page 6 Important Operating Considerations for Safety • Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15 degrees off axis. • Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without any obstructions to intake or exhaust vents. Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Your new digital projector is simple to connect, easy to use, and straightfor- ward to maintain. It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for busi- ness presentations and home video viewing too. It has native SVGA 800x600 resolution and is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including: •...
  • Page 8 Connector Panel The projector provides both computer and video connection options, including: • M1 for computer and video • S-video • Composite RCA audio/video The projector also provides the following connectors: • Monitor out • Audio out • 12 volt DC output (see below) 12 volt DC output The 3.5mm mini-jack trigger provides a 12 volt DC output.

  • Page 9: Positioning The Projector

    Positioning the projector To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guide- lines: •...

  • Page 10: Projector And Device Connector Guide

    Projector and Device Connector Guide The following illustration and table should help you find the connectors to use and obtain the best resolution possible from your input devices, such as com- puters, standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV sources, TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games (progressive and inter- laced), and laser disc players.
  • Page 11 Video Video Device Compatibility Standard Broadcast TV (not NTSC, PAL, and HDTV) via: cable, digital SECAM formats cable, satellite TV, DVD, or NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats Standard Video Camera NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats Standard Video Game Attach to Adapter If Your Device or Labeled Connector Is...
  • Page 12 Video Video Device Compatibility 1080i, 720p HDTV (High Definition TV) 1080i, 720p Progressive DVD Component 480p 1080i, 720p Progressive Video Game Component 480p Attach to Adapter If Your Device or Labeled Connector Is Connector on Projector Computer In Component video Computer In via optional M1 to Com- ponent adapter...

  • Page 13: Connecting A Computer Source

    Connecting a computer source Required computer connections Connect one end of the provided computer cable (see page 17 for connect- ing video devices) to the blue M1 Computer In connector on the projector. Connect the other ends (USB and VESA) to the USB and VGA ports on your computer.

  • Page 14: Displaying A Computer Source Image

    Displaying a computer source image Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by pressing the release button to extend the foot. If necessary, rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector. Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust vent in front of the projector. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.

  • Page 16: Using The Projector With Windows 98 For The First Time

    Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time 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 17 Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality. • The Wizard launches three times. The first time it detects a USB Composite Device.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. There is also an audio input via the red and white A/V connec- tors.

  • Page 19: Video Device Connections

    Video device connections Composite video connection Plug the provided A/V cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connec- tor on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Video 2 connector on the projector. connect A/V cable Plug a white connector into the left audio out connector on the video device and plug a red connector into the right audio out connector on the video device.

  • Page 20: Vga Connection

    VGA connection If your video device has a 15-pin VGA output, plug one end of the included computer cable into the VGA connector on your video source. This connec- tor may be labeled “To Monitor” on the video source. Plug the M1 computer end of the cable into the Computer In connector on the projector.

  • Page 21: Displaying Video

    Displaying video Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start-up screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
  • Page 22 Adjust the zoom and focus. If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the key- pad. Press the top Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the bottom Keystone button to reduce the lower part. Adjust the volume on the keypad or remote.

  • Page 23: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector The projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the pro- jector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed.
  • Page 24 Problem no start up screen only start up screen appears Solution plug power cord in projector’s left side remove lens cap toggle power switch toggle power switch on side press the Computer button activate laptop’s external port restart laptop Result correct image computer image projected...
  • Page 25 Problem no computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Solution press the Auto Image button on keypad 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 in the following problem, “image fuzzy or cropped”...
  • Page 26 Problem image fuzzy or cropped image not centered on screen Solution set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab) select 800x600 For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dual- display mode move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced...
  • Page 27 Problem image not square image not sharp image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen Solution adjust Keystone on keypad adjust Sharpness (video sources only) in the Picture>Advanced menu change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Result square image correct image...
  • Page 28 Problem image upside down image reversed left to right projected colors don’t match source COLOR Solution turn off ceiling in Settings>System menu turn off rear in Settings>System menu adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Result correct image correct image correct image COLOR...
  • Page 29 Problem The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation does not play on the screen lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red Solution Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector and allow it to cool for one minute Result Embedded video plays correctly...
  • Page 30 Problem “Change lamp” message appears at startup or lamp won’t turn on and LED blinking red Solution lamp must be replaced (see page 42) replace lamp Result lamp turns on...

  • Page 31: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the bat- teries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. Caution: When replacing the batteries, be aware that using batteries other than the type provided with the projector may risk severe damage to the remote.

  • Page 32: Using The Audio

    Using the audio Using the projector’s speakers To use the projector’s speaker, connect your source to the Audio In connec- tors (L and/or R) on the projector’s composite connectors. To adjust the volume, press the Volume buttons on the keypad or remote. To mute the sound, press the Mute button on the remote.

  • Page 33: 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: Menu–opens the on-screen menus (page 35). Select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 35). Up/Down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 35). Auto Image–resets the projector to the source.

  • Page 34: 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 35. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu (page 36).

  • Page 35: Optimizing Video Images

    Optimizing video images After your video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 35. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint in the Picture menu (page 36).

  • Page 36: Using The Menus

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

  • Page 37: Picture Menu

    Picture menu Picture menu To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press Select to confirm the changes. Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad.
  • Page 38 Presets: Presets are provided that optimize the projector for displaying computer presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event.
  • Page 39 Advanced menu Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Color Space: This option applies to computer and component video sources. It allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input signal.

  • Page 40: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to Volume of the internal speaker and allows a chime to play when starting the projector. Adjustments can also be made Audio from the projector’s keypad and the remote. Sources: Power-up Source determines which source the projector checks first for active video during power-up.
  • Page 41 Startup Logo: allows you to display a blank screen instead of the default screen at startup, and when no source is detected. Blank Screen: determines what color is displayed when you press the Blank button on the remote. Effect Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Effect button on the remote, allowing you to quickly and easily use the effect.
  • Page 42 Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display. Service: To use these features, highlight them and press Select. Factory Reset: restores all settings to their default. Lamp Reset: resets the lamp hours used counter in the About menu to zero.

  • Page 43: 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 44 Loosen the two captive screws that attach the lamp housing to the pro- jector. Detach the lamp connector from the projector by depressing the locking tab on the connector and lightly pulling it free. WARNING: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 30 minutes before you replace the lamp.

  • Page 45: Cleaning The Lamp Housing Screens

    Cleaning the Lamp Housing Screens In dirty or dusty environments, the two dust filter screens in the lamp hous- ing can become clogged, causing high temperatures and premature lamp failure. Routine maintenance to remove dust from the screens lowers the lamp operating temperature and prolongs lamp life.

  • Page 46: Appendix

    Appendix Projected Image Size Table 2: Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size for the projector Distance to screen Diagonal Maximum Screen Size Image Width distance (inches/m) (inches/m) (feet/m) 40/1 32/0.8 50/1.3 40/1 60/1.5 48/1.2 100/2.5 80/2 150/3.8 120/3.1...
  • Page 47 Numerics 16x9 vs 4x3 screen aspect 17 800x600 resolution 6 About 40, 41 Accessories 6 Advance menu 38 advancing slides 12 Aspect Ratio 40 Aspect ratio 36 aspect ratio 17 Audio 39 Audio In connector 12, 18, 31 audio input 17 Audio Out 17 Autosource 39 Blank button 33...
  • Page 48 blinking green 22 solid green 22 LED Behavior red 45 LED behavior 22 leveling foot 20 Low Power 39 M1 to Component adapter 19 Macintosh computers compatibility 6 maintaining the projector 42 Menu button 35 menu usage 35 Monitor Out connector 12 Mute button 31 optimizing images 33 optimizing video 34...
  • Page 49 Tint 36 Tracking 38 troubleshooting 22 turning off projector 22 TV tuner 17 USB, connecting 12 Using 30 Vertical 38 video optimizing 34 Video Standard 38 volume adjustment 21 Volume button 31 Windows 2000 16 Windows 98 15 Windows ME 16 Windows XP 16 zoom 14, 21...
  • Page 50 ™ Projector...

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