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INSTRUCTIONS D-ILA PROJECTOR DLA-VS2400ZG DLA-VS2400G For Customer use : Enter below the serial No. which is located on the back of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. DLA-VS2400ZG DLA-VS2400G Serial No. LCT2727-002A...
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A. only) MOISTURE. CAUTION: WARNING: Changes or modification not approved by JVC could THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: CAUTION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. product dealer or local power company. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to This product is equipped with a three-wire plug.
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For replacement, please consult your dealer, or the nearest authorized JVC service center. When fixing the unit to the ceiling, Please note that we do not take any responsibility, even during the warranty period,...
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THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. Dear Customer, This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of JVC KENWOOD Corporation is: JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH Konrad-Adenauer-Allee 1-11 61118 Bad Vilbel...
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ENGLISH Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems) Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts.
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ESPAÑOL / CASTELLANO Información acerca de la eliminación de equipos eléctricos, electrónicos y baterías al final de la vida útil (aplicable a los países de la que hayan adoptado sistemas independientes de recogida de residuos) Los productos y las baterías con el símbolo (contenedor con ruedas tachado) no podrán ser desechados como residuos domésticos.
Accessories/Optional Accessories Check the Accessories Power cord (for USA) (about. 2 m) ......... 1 piece Power cord (for EU) (about. 2 m) ..........1 piece Lamp attachment “UPPER 45-90 & REVERSE” (Use Area: B, Refer to p. 15) and Installation verification sticker ........ 1 piece INSTRUCTIONS (this book), warranty card, and other printed material are also included.
Controls and Features Main Unit - Front A Lens P D Indicator This is a projection lens. Do not look through the lens Refer to “Indicator Display on the Main Unit”p. 59. while an image is projected. E Exhaust vent For O, the lens is sold separately.
Main Unit - Rear H Input terminals K Remote Sensor (rear) For details on the terminals. refer to “Main Unit - Input Please aim the remote control (sold separately) at this Terminals”p. 12. area when using it. * There is also a remote sensor at the front. I Lamp cover L Power input terminal When replacing the light source lamp, remove this...
Main Unit - Input Terminals Enlarged View of Rear Face A [HDMI 1] input terminal D [RS-232C] terminal (D-sub 9-pin male) B [HDMI 2] input terminal The projector can be controlled by connecting a PC to For connecting to devices that support HDMI output. this terminal.
Remote control (sold separately, model no. RM-MH13G) A B [STAND BY] J [C.M.D.] For setting frame interpolation. Turns off the power. (p. 23) (p. 28) B C [ON] K [LIGHT] Turns on the power. (p. 22) Illuminates the buttons on the C [INPUT] remote control.
Loading Batteries into the Remote Control (Sold Separately) If the remote control has to be brought closer to the projector to operate, it means that the batteries are wearing out. Replace the batteries with new ones (AAA). Insert the batteries according to the t s marks. Be sure to insert the s end first. If an error occurs while using the remote control, remove the batteries and wait for five minutes.
Installing the Projector Precautions during Installation Please read the following carefully before installing this Using the projector unit. This unit uses a projection lamp, which will heat up when in use. Do not install at the following Please refrain from projecting in the following circumstances.
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Installing the screen Using the projector at a high altitude Install the unit and the screen such that they are When using this unit at a location that is higher than 900 perpendicular to each other. m above sea level (low air pressure), set the “High Altitude Mode”...
Take the necessary actions to prevent the main unit from falling off such as during an earthquake. Regardless of the warranty period, JVC is not liable Make sure to secure the main unit to prevent for any product damage caused by mounting the unit accidents such as during an earthquake.
Adjusting the Position Adjusting the elevation angle of the projector Adjusting the position of the image The height and inclination of the unit (0 to 5 mm) can be By using the lens shift feature of this unit, you can shift adjusted by turning the feet.
Connecting the Projector Do not turn on the power until connection is complete. The connection procedures differ according to the device used. For details, please refer to the instruction manual of the device to be connected. This projector is used for projecting images. To output the audio of connected devices, please connect a separate audio output device, such as an amplifier or speaker.
Connecting to the LAN Terminal This Unit To [LAN] Terminal Network Connection Cable (Sold Separately) Server Desktop PC, etc. The network is used to control this unit. It is not used for sending or receiving video signals. Please contact your network administrator for information concerning the network connection. For more information on control, please refer to “External Control”...
Connecting the Power Cord (Supplied Accessory) A Connect the power cord supplied to the power input terminal on the main unit B Insert the supplied power plug into the wall outlet. Power Cord (Supplied) Precautions to prevent fire and electric shock The power consumption of this unit is large.
Viewing Videos MEMO LAMP WARNING STANDBY/ON When you are using this unit, be sure to remove the lens sheet. Connect the power cord, and ensure that the “STANDBY/ON” indicator lights up in red. Turn on the power Projector unit: press the A [STANDBY/ON] button Remote control (sold separately): press the C [ON] button The “STANDBY/ON”...
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Turn off the power Projector unit: press the A [STANDBY/ON] button Remote control (sold separately): press the B [STAND BY] button While the “Are you sure you want to turn off?” message is displayed, press the button again. The lamp turns off, and the “STANDBY/ON” indicator switches from a green light to a red blinking light. After the light goes off, the fan will run for about 120 seconds to cool down the lamp (Cool-down mode).
Adjustments and Settings in the Menu Pressing the [MENU] button displays the menu. Press the [JKH I] keys to select an item, followed by pressing the [OK] button to confirm the selection. List of Menu Items Picture Adjust Picture Mode ..............................p. 25 9 Sharpness ..............................
Picture Adjust Picture Mode You can adjust the image quality according to the type of video image you are viewing. Item Description Natural Image quality that focuses on natural color and gradation reproduction. Suitable for displaying video images in general. Dynamic This is the picture setting best suited for viewing the picture in a room that cannot be made completely dark.
Color Management Each of the colors is adjustable according to the user’s preference. Select the “Picture Adjust” " “Color Management” menu, and press the [OK] button. Set “Color Management” to “On”, and adjust to the preferred color. A Select “Color Selection”, and press the H I keys to Adjustable range when Red select the color to adjust Axis Position (Image)
Color Temp. For setting the color temperature of the video image. Preset Setting Description 5500K, 6500K, 9500K Increasing the value enhances the blue tone of the video image, while decreasing the value enhances the red tone. High Bright Color temperature that gives priority to brightness. Custom 1 to Custom 3 The color temperature of video images can be adjusted manually and saved as one of the three customized settings.
Clear Motion Drive For reducing the after-image, which occurs in a fast-moving scene. Pressing the [C.M.D.] button each time switches the mode in the following sequence: “Off”"“Mode1”"“Mode2”"“Off”... Setting Description No black insertion. Mode1 Black insertion weak. Mode2 Black insertion strong. * C.M.D.
Input Signal Input Level For setting the dynamic range (gradation) of the video input. If the dynamic range is not appropriate, the bright areas become overexposed, and the dark areas become underexposed. Setting Description 0-255 (PC) Select this setting if you are inputting PC signals (dynamic range: 0 - 255). 16-235 (Video) Select this setting if you are inputting video signals (dynamic range: 16 - 235).
Mask For hiding the peripheral area of the image with a mask (black strip). Setting Description Not masked. 2.5% Masks about 2.5% of the peripheral area of the image. Masks about 5.0% of the peripheral area of the image. Custom Masks about 0% to 5% of the four sides of the image.
Installation Lens Control P Focus / Zoom / Shift For adjusting the lens according to the projection position A Press the [LENS CONTROL] button, and use the [JKH I] keys to adjust Focus, Zoom (screen size), and Shift (screen position) Focus Pressing the [LENS CONTROL] or [OK] button each time switches the mode in the following sequence: “Focus”"“Zoom”"“Shift”"“Focus”...
Pixel Adjust Adjust For setting the adjustment feature to “On” or “Off”. Adjust Area Setting Description Whole Adjusts the entire image. Zone Enables fine adjustment of each zone by dividing the screen into 11 vertical x 11 horizontal zones. Adjust Color For selecting the color to adjust (“Red”...
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Operation procedure for Whole Adjust (Pixel) For making general adjustments to slight color fringing in the horizontal/vertical directions of the video image. A Set “Adjust Area” to “Whole” B Select “Adjust Color” and “Adjust Pattern Color” C Select “Adjust(Pixel)”, and press the [OK] button The selected adjustment pattern and Adjustment (Pixel) window are displayed.
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Operation procedure for Whole Adjust (Fine) For making general adjustments on the misalignment of the entire screen using “Adjust(Pixel)”, followed by making fine adjustments. A Set “Adjust Area” to “Whole” B Select “Adjust Color” and “Adjust Pattern Color” C Select Adjust(Fine), and press the [OK] button The selected adjustment pattern and Fine window are displayed.
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Operation procedure for Zone Adjust For fine-tuning misalignments on a part of the screen after adjusting the overall screen misalignment using “Adjust(Pixel)” and “Adjust(Fine)”. The screen can be divided vertically and horizontally into 10 sections for partial adjustments to be made. A Set “Adjust Area”...
Installation Style For setting to “Front”, “Ceiling Mount (F)”, “Rear”, or “Ceiling Mount (R)” according to the installation status of the projector. “Front” or “Ceiling Mount (F)” is set when projector is installed in the front with respect to the screen. “Rear”...
Function Off Timer For setting the timing to power off the unit automatically (“1 Hour”, “2 Hours”, “3 Hours”, or “4 Hours”) when it is not operated for a period of time. Network Setting Description DHCP Client Obtains the IP address automatically from the DHCP server inside the connected network.
Information During video signal input Setting Description Input Displays video input terminal. Source Displays the input source. Deep Color* Displays the color bit depth of the input video signal. Displayed when Deep Color information is received from the source device. Lamp Time Displays the lamp time.
Replacing the Lamp The lamp is a consumable item. If the image appears dark or the lamp goes out, replace the lamp unit. When the lamp replacement time approaches, the user is notified with a message displayed on the screen and by the indicator.
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Install the new lamp unit MEMO Usable lamp life When the lamp is used with “Lamp Power” set to “Low”, the lamp life on this unit is approximately 4000 hours. This is the average usable time and not a guaranteed value. The lamp life may not reach 4000 hours depending on Handle the operating conditions.
Resetting the Lamp Time Resetting the lamp time from the menu Resetting the lamp time using the remote screen control Press the [MENU] button to display Insert the power plug into the power the menu outlet Select “Function”"“Lamp Reset” Make sure that you operate the remote control in the Standby mode from the menu (the power plug is inserted into the...
Replacing the Attachment Attachment and the placement area At the time of shipment, the lamp comes with an Area A attachment (X Area B 90 ° mark and “0°” marking). For Area A, make use of the lamp that is attached at the time of shipment.
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Lamp attachment removal procedure Bend the clasp coupling of the lamp attachment vertically (see Figure 2) If you remove it without bending it vertically, it will be difficult to install the next time. Bending Figure 2 Figure 1 Remove the clasp coupling of the lamp unit and the lamp attachment in the direction of the arrow Figure 3 Make sure that the clasp is removed from the lamp attachment...
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Remove the clasp coupling of lamp attachment on the reverse side and the lamp unit Figure 5 Lamp attachment replacement procedures Insert the “a” section of the lamp attachment into the “A” section of the lamp unit. Hang the lamp attachment into the clasp-shaped part of the lamp unit Lamp unit Lamp attachment “b”...
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Fit the “b” section of the lamp attachment (see Figure 1-2) into the clasp-shaped part of the lamp unit by pressing the former into the latter Figure 4 As shown in Figure 5, make sure that the lamp attachment is coupled with the clasp of the lamp unit “c”...
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As shown in Figure 7, make sure that the lamp attachment is coupled with the clasp of the lamp unit Figure 7 When replacing the lamp, please remove the lamp attachment and put it to the new lamp. Attachment of the installation verification sticker After replacing the lamp, attach the “installation verification sticker”...
Maintaining the Cabinet and Remote Control (Sold Separately) Gently wipe off dirt on the cabinet with a soft cloth. If it is extremely dirty, wet a cloth in water, wring dry and use it to wipe off the dirt, followed by wiping again with a dry cloth.
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Clean the filter regularly Otherwise, the air intake efficiency may deteriorate, and malfunction may occur. Reinstall the inner filter CAUTION Make sure that you pull out the power plug from the Check that the left outlet before cleaning or replacing the filter.
Troubleshooting Before sending the unit to your authorized dealer for repair, please check the following points. The following symptoms are not malfunctions. You do not need to worry about the following symptoms if there is no abnormality on the screen. A part of the top or front surface of the unit is hot.
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Video image looks unnatural Colors are unnatural Check Action Refer to Is the color space of the input signal The color may turn out unnatural when the input signal is p. 29 correctly set? different from that in the projector setting. Set the “Color Space”...
Remote control does not work Check Action Refer to Are the batteries correctly loaded? Match the polarities (t s) correctly when loading the p. 14 batteries. Are the batteries exhausted? Replace with new batteries. p. 14 Is there an obstructing object between Remove any obstructing object.
External Control You can control this unit by connecting it to a PC using an RS-232C null modem cable (D-sub 9-pin). The projector can be controlled by connecting it to a PC through the computer network with a LAN cable for control commands to be sent to the projector.
Command Format The command between this unit and the computer consists of “Header”, “Unit ID”, “Command”, “Data” and “End”. Header (1 byte), Unit ID (2 bytes), Command (2 bytes), Data (n bytes), End (1 byte) Header This binary code indicates the start of communication. Binary Code Type Description...
Remote Control Code Binary code is sent during communication. The following applies to the case when the remote control code is “A”. In the case of “B”, add “36” to the beginning of the code. Remote Control Button Name Binary Code Remote Control Button Name Binary Code STAND BY...
Communications Example This section shows the communication examples of RS-232C. Operating command Type Command Description Connection check PC " This unit: 21 89 01 00 00 0A Connection check This unit " PC: 06 89 01 00 00 0A Power (On) PC "...
Specifications Product Name D-ILA Projector Model Name DLA-VS2400ZG, DLA-VS2400G Display Panel/Size D-ILA device *1, 2 0.7" (1920 x 1080 pixels) x 3 (total no. of pixels: approx. 6.22 million) Projection Lens 2.0x power zoom lens (1.4:1 to 2.8:1), motorized zoom and focusP Light-source Lamp 230 W ultra-high pressure mercury lamp [model no.: PK-L2313U]...
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Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please note that some of the pictures and illustrations may have been abridged, enlarged or contextualized in order to aid comprehension. Images may differ from the actual product. This unit is a “JIS C61000-3-2-compliant device”. About Trademarks and Copyrights HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LCC.
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When a 4:3 screen is used P Screen Size Projection Distance Diagonal (Model) Width (mm) Height (mm) Wide-end (m) Tele-end (m) 1219 2.22 4.49 1422 1067 2.60 5.24 1626 1219 2.98 6.00 1829 1372 3.36 6.75 2032 1524 3.74 7.51 2235 1676 4.11...
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Types of Possible Input Signals Video (HDMI1, HDMI2) Digital Video Signal 480p/60 Hz, 576p/50 Hz, 720p/50 Hz, 720p/60 Hz, 1080p/50 Hz, 1080p/60 Hz Video (Dual) Digital Video Signal 1080p/50 Hz, 1080p/60 Hz In the DUal mode, both HDMI1 and HDMI2 need to be synchronized at 1080p/60 Hz or at 1080p/50 Hz. PC Signal (HDMI1, HDMI2) No.
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Warning display You can tell the details of a warning from the (repeated) displays of the “WARNING” and “LAMP” indicators. The “STANDBY/ON” indicator, which shows the operating mode of the unit, is displayed simultaneously as described above. The Warning mode is activated once the message is displayed. Projection is interrupted, and the cooling fan is turned on for about 120 seconds.
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Dimensions (Unit: mm) Top Surface Bottom Surface Lens Lens Rear Surface Front 227.5 Lamp Cover Ø60 Lens Center The dimensions are identical for all the models.
Index Installation Method ..........15 A Accessories ............9 Projection Screen Adjustment ......31 L Lamp ..............9 Adjustment and Setting by the Menu ....24 Lamp Power ............25 Adjustment of the Image Quality ......25 Lamp Time ............38 Aperture ...............