Also allow at least 10 cm (3.9 inch) of other spaces around the pro- jector. * The projector should be placed on a flat, level surface and in a dry area free from dust and moisture. * The projector should always be handled with care. Dropping or jar- ring the projector could damage internal components.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2) Keep these instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3) Heed all warnings. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Built-in color filters of high purity permit the reproduction of vivid color images. Quiet Design PLUS Vision Corporation's quiet design technology has resulted in a great reduction of fan noise which allows quiet performance that doesn't interfere with the enjoyment of movie watching in an indoor environment.
Table of Contents Important Safety Information ... E-2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... E-3 Major Features ... E-4 Accessories Check ... E-6 Names of the Main Unit Parts ... E-7 Using the Storage Case ... E-9 Attaching the Supplied Adjusters ... E-9 Names of the Remote Control Parts ...
This case houses the main unit and the accessories. Using Storage case Page E-9. Users Manual 1 Includes information about handling of the projector, the op- eration method, and precautions. Quick Start Guide 1 Consolidates the procedures from setup to projecting the pic- ture.
Names of the Main Unit Parts Ventilation outflow holes These ventilation outflow holes used for cooling the main unit and discharge the heat of the lamp. Air intake hole POWER switch This is the main power switch. Page E-14 AC IN connector The supplied power cord is connected here.
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Names of the Main Unit Parts Theft prevention locking hole (See below) S-VIDEO connector This is connected with the S-VIDEO output connector of the equipment to be connected. S-VIDEO VIDEO connector This is connected with the VIDEO output connector of the equipment to be connected.
To avoid scratches to the main unit, collect the power cord and connection cables and place them in the cable pouch. Remote control pocket Attaching the Supplied Adjusters The supplied adjusters are required for vertical adjustment of the projector. Page E-19 about "Using the Adjusters" 1. Remove a rubber pad of each front foot.
Names of the Remote Control Parts ASPECT button This button selects the vertical and horizontal ratio of the screen of the input video. Page E- These buttons are used for the selection of the input. For further information about input selection, see Page E-20 VIDEO button This switches the input to the VIDEO signal.
Preparing the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries When using the remote control for the first time, install the batteries that were supplied. When replacing batteries, purchase two of the same type of AA battery. Press and at the same time lift the battery case cover at the rear of the remote control to remove it.
S- VI M PO VI DE Position the projector Determine the locations to place the screen and the projector. Connecting the power cord Connect the video equipment and personal computer Connect your equipment to the projector. Page E-15 "Connections with VIDEO and S-VIDEO Connectors"...
Placement Guide Use this information as a guide to find the rough screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required. The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.2 m (3.9 feet) to 6.9 m (22.6 feet) from the Lens surface of the main unit.
Firmly insert all the way. Attention! For pluggable equipment, install the projector as near to the power outlet socket that is easily accessible. Do not switch off the main power or disconnect the power cord unless the POWER/ shorten the life of the lamp or possibly cause the unit to malfunction.
Connect to the yellow jack. S-video cable (supplied) Attention! Before making connections, check that the main power supply is switched off for the projector and the equipment that is to be connected. Connections with the Video Output Connector Video cable (supplied)
Connecting Video Equipment and Personal Computers 3 Connections with YCbCr Connectors These connections are made with equipment such as a DVD player that is equipped with the YCbCr output jacks of the component signals. Make connections to the Y, Cb, and Cr jacks (COMPONENT) of the main unit. S -V ID E V ID...
* Personal computers that are not equipped with a DVI-D connector require a digital graphics board furnished with a DVI-D connector. * Before making connections, turn off the main power to the projector and all the connected equipment. * When projection will be with a notebook computer connected, knowledge will be required for the cable connection and notebook computer startup procedure as well as the operation that follows startup.
1 minute, then goes off. Likewise, at this time the main power should not be switched off. • To save power, switch off the main power when not in use. When the main unit or remote control ON/STANDBY button is used to set the projector to the standby mode (POWER/ Note: * When a signal is not being input while projecting onto the projection screen, "No Signal"...
(2) If the image is shifted vertically, move the image up or down with the adjuster. (3) A projection image such as that illustrated in the diagram is the result of the projector not being perpendicular to the screen. Set the projector so that it is pointing straight toward the screen.
Adjustment of the Projection Screen 8 Input Selection Press the SOURCE button and select the desired connector . SOURCE A press of the SOURCE button will display the currently selected input selection. Each press of the button moves the selection one step in the sequence: VIDEO S-VIDEO...
Input Screen and Aspect Ratio Selection Screen Select Full The image is projected to fill the entire screen. Aspect 16:9 screens will be longer than wide. Select Auto (only with DVI selection While maintaining the aspect ratio of the per- sonal computer, the image is enlarged or reduced so that no parts protrude beyond the screen and the image is projected to fill...
Operation with the Remote Control Point the remote control toward the remote control sensor of the main unit and operate. ASPECT button This button selects the vertical and horizontal ratio of the screen of the input video. These buttons are used for the selection of the input signal.
Input Selection Press the desired input selection button. S-VIDEO YCbCr VIDEO A press of the button will result in the unit switching to the desired input connector. The display will remain on for a while before disappearing. To change the duration of the display, see "On-Screen Display Duration Setting."...
To perform adjustments and settings, the video is projected and adjustments are made to the optimum condition. The remote control should be pointed toward the remote control sensor of the projector and operated. To return the various items that have been changed with the menu to their default values (i.e., the condition that existed at the time of purchase), see Page E-37 "Returning to Standard Settings."...
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Display of the Menu Press the MENU button and display the menu. MENU Selection of the Menu Name Press the button again and select the menu name. The selected menu name will appear in navy blue. Picture1 Picture2 Setup Option Keystone Mode Normal +0...
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Using the On-Screen Menu Sub menu items Items that display only an item name have a sub menu. Picture1 Picture2 Setup Option Keystone Mode Normal Keystone - Installation - Background Blue Auto Power Off Floor-Front Picture1 Picture2 Setup Option Floor-Rear Keystone Mode Ceiling-Front Keystone...
Menu List This is a list of menu item names. See the reference page for information about the ad- justment and setting method. The display contents of the item name will differ depending on the input selection. Picture 1 "Adjusting the Picture" "Adjusting the White Balance"...
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Menu List Option "On-Screen Display Language Settings" "Moving the Menu Display Position" "On-Screen Display Duration Adjustment" Info. "Saving and Loading of Video Adjustments" "Returning to Standard Settings" "Resetting the Lamp Timer" "Viewing the Lamp Timer/Resolution and Frequency" E – 28 [Common Inputs] Picture1 Picture2...
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Video Adjustments [Picture 1] These are picture-related adjustments. For information about performing menu operations, see "Using the On-Screen Menus." Preparation * Project the image. * Press the MENU button to display the menu, then select [Picture 1]. Brightness / Contrast / Color / Tint / Sharpness Adjusting the Picture The brightness, contrast, and other adjust- ments will differ depending on whether the...
Input Video Adjustments [Picture 2] These functions adjust the input video signal. Page E-24 "Using the On-Screen Menu" for information about performing menu operations. Preparation * Project an image. * Press the MENU button to display the menu, then select [Picture 2]. Video Filter Adjusting the Sharpness of the Video Image...
Adjustment of Screen Display Position This is used to adjust the screen position at the time of DVI input selection. Press the cursor button ( ) and align the cursor with [Screen Movement], then press the SET button. The menu display will close and the cursor display will ap- pear.
Input Video Adjustments [Picture 2] Color System Video Signal Color System Settings These settings are of the color system of the com- posite video signal. This function is normally set to Auto. If the color sys- tem cannot be identified on Auto, set it manually. Press the ( ) cursor button and align the cursor with [Color System], then press the SET button.
Setup These settings are used when setting up the projector. Page E-24 "Using the On-Screen Menu" for information about performing menu operations. Preparation * Project an image. * Press the MENU button to display the menu, then select [Setup]. Keystone Mode / Keystone...
When this function is used to switch off the LED and the background color is set to black, the projector may mistakenly be assumed to be in the standby mode. Do not mistakenly switch off the main power or disconnect the power cord. Doing so may shorten the life of the lamp and cause breakdown.
On-Screen Display Settings [Option] These settings are for the menu and language that will be displayed on the screen. Page E-24 "Using the On-Screen Menu" for information about performing menu operations. Preparation Press the MENU button to display the menu, then select [Option]. Language On-Screen Display Language Settings This is the setting of the language that is displayed on...
Resetting, Storing, and Information [Info.] This function performs resetting and the display of information for the method of using the user memory, the default values of adjustments and settings, and the lamp timer. Page E-24 "Using the On-Screen Menu" for information about performing menu operations.
Note: Replacing the lamp cartridge and resetting the lamp timer will not reset the total number of operating hours. The total number of operat- ing hours indicates the usage time of the projector from date of dis- patch to the present. E – 37...
1,100 hours. mum? When the projector has been stored in a cold location and the power is switched on in a warm location, there may be condensation on the lens and other internal optical parts. Should this occur, wait several minutes until the condensation disappears.
2. Check the following matters and take the required measures. When the projector is being used in a location that has a high ambient temperature, install it in a cool location. Check the outflow and intake holes and clean them if they are obstructed.
The projector will not turn on after 1100 hours. Obtain a replacement lamp cartridge at the store where the projector was purchased. Please specify the following information when ordering a replacement lamp cartridge: Unit model number: HE-3100L for the exclusive use of HE-3100 Part number: 27-050. CAUTION Follow these steps before replacing the lamp cartridge: Press the ON/STANDBY button on the remote control to turn off the power.
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NOTE: When the projector lamp has exceeded 1100 hours of operation, the projector will not turn on. This means you cannot reset the lamp usage on the menu. Should this happen, press SOURCE and ASPECT on the projector cabinet for at least of 5 seconds at the same time when the projector is in standby mode.
Cleaning the Inside of the Projector Cleaning of the inside of the projector is required about once a year. Failure to clean over a long period while dust has collected inside the projector could cause a fire or breakdown. Do not clean the inside of the projector by yourself. Be sure to consult your PLUS dealer.
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