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QUICK SET-UP
The following steps will quickly lead you through set-up and adjustments.
The sequence numbers refer to the drawing on the rear of the quick set-up.
For details, please consult the following chapters.
SETTING UP
POWER OFF (1)
Switch off all equipment before
connecting.
COMPUTER/ (2)
Connect the computer to the
COMPUTER input using the GA-
cable (Graphics Adapter) and
applicable computer and monitor
adapters if needed.
WORKSTATION (3)
Disconnect your GA cable at the
monitor end, and connect it to the
short branch of the BNC cable. The
long branch connects to your
monitor.
MOUSE (4)
Connect the mouse cable to the
MOUSE connector of the projector.
Use an applicable mouse adapter
at the computer end.
MAINS (5)
Connect the power cords to the
various equipment.
POWER ON (6)
First switch on the projector, then
the source equipment to facilitate
correct recognition of the projector
as a peripheral unit to the
computer.
USE
FOCUS AND POSITION
Position the projector for desired
image size (see Section 14.6), focus
the lens for an optically sharp image
and tilt the unit using the integral
adjustable feet to position the image
on screen.
RESET
Press RESET to automatically adjust
for position, width and stability.
RESET is automatically invoked
when a new source is connected.
CONTRAST AND BRIGHTNESS
Adjust CONTRAST and
BRIGHTNESS as preferred.
ENGLISH
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Page 1: Setting Up
QUICK SET-UP The following steps will quickly lead you through set-up and adjustments. The sequence numbers refer to the drawing on the rear of the quick set-up. For details, please consult the following chapters. SETTING UP POWER OFF (1) Switch off all equipment before connecting. - Page 2 1 & 6...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION... 5 2 SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS ... 6 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 7 4 MAIN FEATURES ... 10 5 SUPPLIED MATERIAL ... 11 5.1 STANDARD MATERIAL... 11 5.2 OPTIONAL MATERIAL ... 11 6 MAKING THE CONNECTIONS ... 12 7 IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS... - Page 4 USER GUIDE 13.2 LAMP REPLACEMENT... 36 13.3 THE REMOTE CONTROL ... 38 14 TECHNICAL DATA... 39 14.1 GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITS... 39 14.2 PROJECTOR UNIT ... 40 14.3 POWER SUPPLY ... 40 14.4 REMOTE CONTROL ... 41 14.5 COMPATIBILITY ... 41 14.6 PROJECTION DISTANCES ...
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Page 5: Introduction
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this state of the art SXGA full color projector! For long and lasting, safe and secure operation, please read this user guide, and follow the instructions given. Failing to do so may cause product failure that could void any warranties given, and in some cases be harmful and dangerous to people. -
Page 6: Symbol Descriptions
USER GUIDE SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS DANGEROUS VOLTAGE This symbol indicates the presence of high voltages inside the product. High voltages may constitute electric shock and may be lethal. WARNING This symbol alerts the user of important operating, maintenance (servicing) and safety-related instructions. This symbol indicates hot surfaces. -
Page 7: Safety Instructions
USER GUIDE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following list of instructions is provided to ensure safe and risk free use and operation of the projector. Failing to read and follow these instructions may void any warranties and may also cause personal injury and material damage. - Page 8 USER GUIDE ceiling mount hardware are securely in place and tightened. Use only well dimensioned ceiling mounts from a renowned supplier. Connect the projector to a switched mains power supply, and switch off when not in use, for maximum protection against fire. Switching off using the remote control only puts the projector in a standby (sleep) mode with live internal voltages.
- Page 9 USER GUIDE 16. ELECTRICAL SHOCK - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit. Refer all servicing to authorized personnel only. 17. CLEANING - The projector should be cleaned only as recommended, see the Maintenance section. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet before cleaning.
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Page 10: Main Features
USER GUIDE MAIN FEATURES The unit employs the following important features that in total provide you with a highly functional and powerful projector: Full workstation compatibility 450 ANSI lumens brightness for dazzling presentations True SXGA 1280 x 1024 resolution 1600 x 1200 down to video resolution compatibility Ceiling mountable, rear projection capable Infrared remote control with trackball... -
Page 11: Supplied Material
USER GUIDE SUPPLIED MATERIAL STANDARD MATERIAL A complete set includes the following components : 1. LCD Projector 2. Multimedia Cable 3. MAC Adapter Monitor 4. MAC Adapter Universal 5. BNC Cable (V-Split) 6. 13W3 Adapter Monitor 7. 13W3 Adapter Computer 8. -
Page 12: Making The Connections
USER GUIDE MAKING THE CONNECTIONS The projector may be connected to different equipment. The following sections describe in detail how to connect to these systems. See the illustration on the rear of the quick set-up card on how the various system parts connect together. -
Page 13: Mains Power
USER GUIDE 3. WORKSTATIONS. If you are using BNC connection to your monitor, use the BNC cable. Disconnect your GA cable at the monitor end, and connect it to the short branch of the BNC cable. The long branch connects to your monitor. A 13W3 adapter is also available if needed. 4. - Page 14 USER GUIDE 6. SWITCH ON the projector first, then the computer. It is important to switch the projector on first in order for correct detection of the projector as a display and mouse peripheral device to the computer. SXGA LCD PROJECTOR...
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Page 15: Image Adjustments
USER GUIDE IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS This section will aid in adjusting a stable, flicker-free image for best viewing results. Use the remote control or the projector keypad to adjust settings, either directly or through the menu system. The following list aids in a trouble free set-up of the projector. Try using a patterned background (tiles, checkerboard pattern etc.) when adjusting the image. - Page 16 USER GUIDE 3. SCALE the image as desired if you are viewing a lower (VGA) or higher (UXGA) resolution image. Scaling will fill the viewable area by enlarging a lower resolution or compressing a higher resolution image. If you do not scale a higher resolution image, you may choose to PAN around instead in order to view parts of the image.
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Page 17: Using The Projector
USER GUIDE USING THE PROJECTOR The projector has a set of features and functions you should familiarize with in order to get the most out of using the unit. Further information is provided in the Advanced Features section. REMOTE CONTROL The remote control is used to adjust the projector for the best possible image, either directly or through the menu system. - Page 18 USER GUIDE In the menu system, the trackball is used for navigation between the different alternatives, and when a function is selected, the trackball is used for adjustment of that function. The following table describes each key in detail. Some functions are memorized, while other functions are only momentary.
- Page 19 USER GUIDE FUNCTION TRACKBALL The trackball is mainly used to control the mouse pointer (if the mouse cable is attached properly). When SCALE, MASK, PAN or MENU is invoked, mouse control is disabled, as the trackball is used to control these functions instead.
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Page 20: Projector Keyboard
USER GUIDE PROJECTOR KEYBOARD The keypad on the projector gives access to all controls, either directly or through the menu system. ON/OFF CONTRAST RESET FUNCTION CONTRAST Contrast is the ratio between light and dark colors. BRIGHT Brightness (whiteness) of the image can be altered to suit local lighting conditions. - Page 21 USER GUIDE INDICATOR FUNCTION ON/OFF NO LIGHT indicates that the unit is completely switched off by the mains switch GREEN indicates that the unit is operational YELLOW indicates that the unit is in standby mode (switched off using the remote control or the keypad) DPMS GREEN/YELLOW FLASHING FAST indicates that modes...
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Page 22: The Menu System
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR THE MENU SYSTEM The menu system is designed to gain access to functions not often used, as opposed to frequently used features that are directly available through the remote control and the projector keypad. Press the MENU key to invoke or exit from the menu system. When the menu is active, the trackball is used to navigate between options (and therefore is not available for mouse control etc. -
Page 23: The Set-Up Menu Selections
USER GUIDE 8.3.1 THE SET-UP MENU SELECTIONS TUNE is used to stabilize the image. An untuned image can be seen as sideways instability or “ swimming” . FREQUENCY is provided to adjust image width. Generally, an incorrect frequency setting can be observed as an image too wide or too narrow, combined with vertical, unstable bands. -
Page 24: The Options Selections
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 8.3.3 THE OPTIONS SELECTIONS HIDE OSD switches the on-screen echoing of controls on and off. This setting only affects the direct control operations, not the menu system. This setting is not memorized. SOURCE SEARCH is a toggle function that controls whether the projector shall automatically search for an active source or not. -
Page 25: The Help Selections
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 8.3.4 THE HELP SELECTIONS SOURCE INFO provides a status list of parameters relating to the source selected. ABOUT provides system information about the projector. -
Page 26: Ceiling Mounting
USER GUIDE CEILING MOUNTING The projector is prepared for ceiling mounting. As opposed to desktop use (most tables are approx. 80 cm tall, are flat and have a hard surface finish), ceilings vary in height and material. Also considerations must be made with respect to signal and power wiring. -
Page 27: Mounting In The Ceiling
USER GUIDE MOUNTING IN THE CEILING An improperly mounted projector is a potential danger to people and equipment. A projector and mount falling down may cause personal injury and material damage. Such damage caused by bad workmanship in mounting and operation may lead to legal action and should be avoided. -
Page 28: Your Projector In Detail
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 10 YOUR PROJECTOR IN DETAIL The projector is designed from the ground up to be a compact, durable, bright and versatile device that is suitable for use in various indoors projection applications. International mandatory regulations are employed, including the rigorous European CE and American UL and FCC standards that cover safety and radio interference issues. -
Page 29: Automatic Setup
USER GUIDE 10.1 AUTOMATIC SETUP The projector always seeks to adjust the projected image automatically. The user may also at any time invoke the autoadjust function by pressing RESET. When auto is operating, the image will be shifted to different positions on screen for about 5 seconds before it is stabilized. -
Page 30: Cooling System
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR New sources are added to the memory only if the sync pattern differs significantly from a previous selection. If a new source is detected as an old one (close or identical sync patterns), and the settings are changed, the new settings will override the old ones. -
Page 31: Applications
USER GUIDE 11 APPLICATIONS The projector is perfectly suited for a variety of different applications including CAD/CAM, work groups, teaching, training, home theatres, control rooms, product promotion, shows, simulators and more. 11.1 SIMULATORS Simulators are used in various applications for training and entertainment. Professional use includes car driving, air plane and ship vessel control training, as well as other expensive and often dangerous situations that require well trained personnel. -
Page 32: Training
USER GUIDE 11.5 TRAINING The projector is ideally suited for company training in various areas such as products, software, organisational and staff continued education. It is practical for this purpose to have a dedicated training room with good facilities for each individual in order to secure the attention of each person during the training session. -
Page 33: Trouble-Shooting
USER GUIDE 12 TROUBLE-SHOOTING This is a checklist to help you pinpoint any problem that may arise. Check the symptoms carefully if you experience any problem. The cure may be at your fingertips! Always check that the ON/OFF indicator on the projector flashes when a key on the remote control is pressed. - Page 34 USER GUIDE SYMPTOM The whole image appears to be unstable or misplaced Cooling fan is not working The remote control is not working The desktop mouse is not working SOLUTION If the image is scaled, press SCALE to return to the default mode.
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Page 35: Maintenance
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 13 MAINTENANCE The projector needs very little maintenance in order to function properly. 13.1 GENERAL Use a damp cloth to wipe off dust on the exterior. Clean the lens with a damp, non-abrasive cloth, using just water or a standard lens cleaning solution available from photographic dealers. -
Page 36: Lamp Replacement
USER GUIDE 13.2 LAMP REPLACEMENT The projector is using a metal halide lamp for illumination. The lamp is high pressure when hot (operating or immediately after switch-off). Lamp pressure is normal when cold. A lamp timer is available in the menu system under HELP, ABOUT, that may be used to track lamp operating time. - Page 37 USER GUIDE Extract carefully the old lamp from the spring loaded lamp holders as seen in the figure below. Insert a new lamp in the reverse order. Hold the lamp by its two metal terminals. Make sure that the little “ knob” on the bulb points upwards to ensure proper operation and to get the best light output.
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Page 38: The Remote Control
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 13.3 THE REMOTE CONTROL The infrared remote control requires little maintenance. The trackball element may be cleaned occasionally with a damp (not wet) cloth. To take out the ball, twist the ring holding the ball anti-clockwise. Having taken out the ball, you may also clean the trackball interior using a damp (not wet) cotton swab. -
Page 39: Technical Data
USER GUIDE 14 TECHNICAL DATA The technical data given in this section was correct at the time of going to print, but may change without prior notice in order to improve product performance. This projector is designed for indoor use and should not be operated or stored in conditions outside the general environmental limits given in section below, as this may lead to permanent damage and will violate any warranties. -
Page 40: Projector Unit
USER GUIDE 14.2 PROJECTOR UNIT PROJECTOR DIMENSIONS (L x W x H) PROJECTOR WEIGHT PROJECTION LENS IMAGE SIZE PROJECTION DISTANCE ANTI-KEYSTONE CORRECTION PROJECTION LAMP LIGHT OUTPUT CELL COLOR RESOLUTION CONTRAST RATIO PIXEL RESOLUTION DEFECTIVE PIXELS VIDEO FREQUENCY HORIZONTAL SYNC VERTICAL SYNC COMPUTER INPUT AUDIO INPUT SPEAKERS... -
Page 41: Remote Control
USER GUIDE 14.4 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SIZE (H x W x L) UNIT WEIGHT BATTERIES FUNCTIONAL RANGE COMPATIBILITY APPROVALS 14.5 COMPATIBILITY The projector is compatible with the interfaces and resolutions shown below, some of which are predefined. However since different varieties of these exist, a frequency adjustment may be needed. -
Page 42: Projection Distances
USER GUIDE 14.6 PROJECTION DISTANCES The following table shows the combinations of projection distances and screen sizes that are possible. MINIMUM DISTANCE 1.25m/ 49” DIAGONAL 1.16m/ 46” WIDTH 0.91m/ 36” HEIGHT 0.72m/ 28” Please consider the values given as nominal, with a variation of +/- 10 %. SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 2.00m/ 79”... -
Page 43: Connectors
USER GUIDE 15 CONNECTORS The connector ports for the source equipment on the projector are located on the right hand-side (when facing) of the unit. The pinouts of all the connector ports is described in this section. Do not connect any devices or cables other than those supplied with the projector into the connector ports on the projector unit, even if the connector ports appear identical, as this voids any warranty and may cause permanent... -
Page 44: Mouse 1 & 2
USER GUIDE 15.2 MOUSE 1 & 2 This port is used to relay mouse signals from the projector to the computer. The port 2 can also be used for RS232 control (see appendix A). 15.3 LINE OUT This connector is used for stereo sound output. MAC ADB 8 PIN MINIDIN PS/2 CLOCK... -
Page 45: Environmental Handling
USER GUIDE SXGA LCD PROJECTOR 16 ENVIRONMENTAL HANDLING Care has been taken in the manufacture of this projector so that environmental stress and pollution has been minimized. No CFCs are used during the manufacture of the unit. Where possible, recyclable materials have been used to minimize the environmental impact. -
Page 46: Fcc Statement
USER GUIDE 17 FCC STATEMENT This equipment complies with the limits for a Class A computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class A limits may be attached to a computer that complies with Class A limits. -
Page 47: Appendix Aserial Command Interface
USER GUIDE 18 APPENDIX A SERIAL COMMAND INTERFACE 18.1 SETTING UP The projector is prepared for serial (RS-232C) control on the MOUSE2 connector. To enable serial control do the following: Select RS232 in the OPTION MENU. Connect the serial (COM) port from the Computer (Host) to the MOUSE2 connector on the projector using the mouse cable and the optional mouse adapter PC (straight), part. -
Page 48: Communication Protocol
USER GUIDE Projector: 8 Pin Mini-DIN Female Signal Comments Data transmitted by projector and received at PC serial port Data transmitted from PC serial port and received by projector Ground Shell SHGND Shell/chassis ground. 18.3 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL Parameter Default setting Valid values for direct setting Baudrate 1200 Data bit... -
Page 49: Command Syntax
USER GUIDE 18.4 COMMAND SYNTAX Every command consists of a command body ended with a delimiter. The command body consists off a function code, a separator, and an argument. A function code consists of 3 to 4 ASCII letters and begins with a letter [A-Z], [a-z] |---------------------Command----------------------------------| <Function code>... -
Page 50: Function Type
USER GUIDE 18.4.2 FUNCTION TYPE The Function is grouped in three different function types: Function type Comments Execute An execute function executes an action on the projector, i.e. only one state. OnOff An OnOff function has two states, 0 (Off) and 1 (On). Adjust An adjust function is characterized by Maximum >... -
Page 51: Projector Response To Commands
USER GUIDE 18.5 PROJECTOR RESPONSE TO COMMANDS If a valid command is received the projector executes the command and as an acknowledgement it replies to the projector by returning a copy of the command with the current value appended. If the projector receives an illegal command (= unknown command body terminated by a valid command delimiter) it replies by returning an error message. -
Page 52: Table Of Serial Commands
USER GUIDE 18.6 TABLE OF SERIAL COMMANDS E = Execute, L = Left, R = Right, , D = Down, U = Up, <dec> = decimal value ; = 3Bh, Carriage return = 0Dh, E = 45h Scr.dep = Source depended ( use the ‘ ?’ argument to get the present min, max and current value) SETUP >... - Page 53 USER GUIDE Function F. code Volume Mute MUTE Treble Bass Balance OPTIONS > Function Function code On screen display Menu Source Trackball sensitivity Language LANG Pointer Pointer shape PNSH Pointer horizontal PNTH Pointer vertical PNTV Mask start MSKS SXGA LCD PROJECTOR Parameters Minimum -/+, <dec>...
- Page 54 USER GUIDE Function Function code up/down Mask Increase/Decrease Freeze Scale Pan horizontal PANH Pan vertical PANV Baudrate PAN is only applicable when the image has a higher resolution than the projectors maximum resolution. SXGA LCD PROJECTOR Parameters Minimum -/+, <dec> 1 (On) 0 (Off) 1 (On)
- Page 55 USER GUIDE HELP > Function Function code Information Parameters Response is source. information . Response is the About information. SXGA LCD PROJECTOR Minimum Maximum...
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