Knoll HD110 User Manual

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HD110
16:9 / 4:3
Dual Mode
DLP Projector
Users Manual v1.4

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  • Page 1 HD110 16:9 / 4:3 Dual Mode DLP Projector Users Manual v1.4...
  • Page 2 Declaration of Conformity Knoll Systems, 11791 Machrina Way, #120, Richmond, BC V7A 4V3 Canada We declare under our sole responsibility that the HD110 projector conforms to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions Introduction Image Resolution Compatibility Usage Guidelines Setting up the Projector Projector Positioning Connecting the Enhanced Connectivity Module 8 Connecting a Video Device To watch regular TV To watch a DVD or VHS tape To watch HDTV...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the lamp is turned on. Warning: To replace the lamp, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30 minutes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions provided in this User’s Guide.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    800x600 for 4:3 format (see page 9 for more information on video formats). For computer sources, the SVGA resolution of the HD110’s projected image is 800x600. The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1024x768. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than 1024x768, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector.
  • Page 6: Usage Guidelines

    Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The projector should be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your video source(s), unless good quality extension cables are to be used.
  • Page 7: Projector Positioning

    Projector Positioning The projected image becomes larger as the distance between the unit and screen increases. Use the following information to position the projector. Horizontally the projector needs to be positioned with the lens-centered left to right Projection Distance 4:3 Video Screen Screen Diagonal 72"...
  • Page 8: Connecting The Enhanced Connectivity Module

    Make sure the projector is unplugged and your equipment is turned off. WARNING: Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. Do not use a non-Knöll ceiling mount. In the unlikely event of the bulb rupturing, thoroughly clean the...
  • Page 9: Connecting A Video Device

    To remove the module, press down all the way on the textured lever on the top left of the module to release the latch, then slide the module off.
  • Page 10 Figure 10 4:3 and 16:9 screen aspects The projector can be connected to most video devices that can output video. You cannot directly connect the coaxial cable that enters your house from cable TV or a satellite dish, as the signal must pass through a tuner first.
  • Page 11: To Watch Regular Tv

    TV or a satellite dish, as the signal must pass through a tuner first.) Also, determine if you want the sound to come out of the projector or out of the home theater sound system. The projector has a 3-watt onboard speaker.
  • Page 12 5. Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 24 on page 21) lights green. Now you are ready to turn on the equipment and watch TV.
  • Page 13: To Watch A Dvd Or Vhs Tape

    Determine the cables you’ll need. This depends on what type of output is coming from the video device. Also, determine if you want the sound to come out of the projector or out of your own audio system. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the 3-watt onboard speaker, or you can connect it to your stereo’s receiver to get sound from your own...
  • Page 14 A/V cable A/V Cable 5. Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 24 on page 21) lights green.
  • Page 15: To Watch Hdtv

    Also, determine if you want the sound to come out of the projector or out of your own audio system. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the 3-watt onboard speaker, or you can connect it to your stereo’s receiver to get sound from your own...
  • Page 16 Plug the cable’s other red connector into the red “audio R” connector on the projector. The yellow connectors on the A/V cable remain unused. 5. Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended.
  • Page 17: To Play A Video Game

    This blanks the screen for fifteen minutes, but keeps the projector running. (You can change the amount of time the projector stays in standby mode; see page 29 for details.) After 15 minutes, the lamp goes out. To exit standby mode, press the...
  • Page 18: Connecting A Computer

    NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector. 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended.
  • Page 19: Turning Off The Projector

    This blanks the screen for fifteen minutes, but keeps the projector running. (You can change the amount of time the projector stays in standby mode; see page 29 for details.) After 15 minutes, the lamp goes out. To exit standby mode, press the again.
  • Page 20: Using The Projector

    USING THE PROJECTOR This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote buttons and the options available from the on-screen menus. Basic Image Adjustment If the image doesn’t display completely, zoom the image (page 20), adjust the height of the projector (page 30), choose a different screen aspect (page 24) or choose a different resize option (page 44).
  • Page 21: Using The Remote Control

    25 feet. If you point the remote at the projection screen, the distance to the screen and back to the projector must be less than or equal to 25 feet. For best results, point the remote directly at the projector.
  • Page 22 If you don’t press again, the lamp turns off after 15 minutes. The LED blinks amber and standby the fans run while the projector cools down, then the projector shuts off and the LED lights solid green. Volume (keypad only)
  • Page 23: Using The On-Screen Menus

    Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustments aren’t available directly from the keypad. NOTE: Some menu items may be grayed out (dimmed) at certain times. This indicates the item is not applicable to your setup or the item is not enabled until another selection is made.
  • Page 24: Audio Menu

    Audio Menu Volume You can also adjust the volume directly from the projector’s keypad. Use the up and down arrows to highlight Volume, press , use the arrows to adjust the volume, then press menu/select changes.
  • Page 25: Image Menu For Video Sources

    Image Menu for Video Sources To access the Image menu settings, press the press the down arrow to highlight Image, then press menu. Resize allows you to select from among four different re-sizing options. The goal is to show the Resize most detail on the screen while preserving the ratio of width to height.
  • Page 26 16x9 image input 16:9 aspect ratio. If you have a 16:9 source and screen, the image fills the screen (Figure 31). If you have a 16:9 source and a 4:3 screen, the image is placed in a 4:3 space, so black bars appear at the top and bottom of the image.
  • Page 27: Image Menu For Computer Sources

    If the projector is unable to detect the correct standard, the colors might not look right or the image might appear “torn.” If this happens, manually select a video standard.
  • Page 28: Color Management Menu

    Manual Sync NOTE: The Manual Sync, Manual Tracking, Horizontal Position and Vertical Position options are available only for analog computer sources. The projector sets these options automatically for digital computer and video sources, with no manual override. The projector adjusts signal synchronization automatically for most computers. But if the...
  • Page 29: Control Menu

    Auto Color Gain When this feature is on, the projector automatically sets the red, green, and blue color gains for each source. When it is off, you can manually adjust the color gains. Red, Green, Blue To manually adjust the color gains: 1.
  • Page 30: Language Menu

    This setting toggles between On and Off. When this feature is On, the startup screen appears when the projector starts up and remains until an active source is detected. The startup screen contains contact information. When it is off, a plain blue, black or white screen is displayed instead of the startup screen.
  • Page 31: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    2. Wait 30 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. 3. Invert the projector on a soft flat surface, and then push the ridge on the lamp door toward the back (Figure 39). The arrow on the lamp door should point to the unlock icon on the bottom of the projector.
  • Page 32 8. Tighten the screws on the outside of the module. 9. Replace the lamp door by inserting the hooks on the lamp door into the slots on the projector and pressing the lamp door into place. The arrow on the lamp door should point to the lock icon on the bottom of the projector.
  • Page 33: Cleaning The Projection Lamp Filter Screens

    Figure 42: Lamp module screens 3. Before replacing the lamp, use the vacuum cleaner to clean the lamp housing in the projector. 4. Replace the lamp and lamp door. Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control The life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you use the remote. Symptoms of low battery charge include erratic responses when using the remote and a reduced range of operation.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    The following tables list possible symptoms and remedies to situations you may encounter. The first table details potential problems with the projector, the next one with potential problems with a video source, and finally one with potential problems with a computer source.
  • Page 35 “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on page 31. A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Unplug the projector, wait at least a minute, then plug it back in. Make sure the vents are not blocked. The lamp screens may be clogged.
  • Page 36 Desktop area is set to 1024x768 or less. Move the projector to reposition the image. Adjust the height. Be sure the projector is at a 90-degree angle to the screen. Reposition the image using the menu. Refer to “Horizontal/Vertical Position” on page 28.
  • Page 37: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications The projector must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Temperature Operating 50 to 104° F (10 to 40° C) at sea level 50 to 95° F (10 to 35° C) at 10 000 feet Non-operating -4 to 158°...
  • Page 38: Index

    23 color 24 color gain 28 contrast 23 height of the projector 20 keystone 23 tint 24 volume 24 Advanced menu options Ceiling Project 29 Display Messages 30 Display Startup Screen 30 Rear Project 29 Reset 30 altitude limits 37...
  • Page 39: Warranty

    Status menu 30 LIMITED WARRANTY Knöll Systems, Inc. (“Knöll”) warrants that each HD110 (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of Knöll. Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution or resale.
  • Page 40 (not recommended but white color preferred) then all combinations are possible. Viewing the HD110 on a 16:9 Screen 1. On the ⇒DISPLAY menu select ⇒16:9. With a 16:9 screen the 4:3 selection is never used.

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