○ 2.1 Features 2.2 Accessories 2.3 Appearance 3. Setting up the Projector 3.1 How to connect the projector 3.2 Turning on/off the projector 3.3 Adjusting the altitude of projected images 3.4 Adjusting the focus and zoom 3.5 Projected image size 4.
Warning: Do not block the openings around the projector for safety. Warning: Do not place any liquids on top of the projector. The projector can be damaged if wet. Warning: Do not place the projector in excessively warm or humid areas, and avoid direct sunshine.
2. The projector 2.1 Features Receives signals with resolution up to 1280x1024,75 Hz. To ensure the out- put quality, please adjust the setup of your computer display card to be less than or equal to 1280x1024. Compact size — only 3.5 lbs.
2.2 Accessories Please check if the following accessories are in the box. If any item is missing, please contact your dealer immediately. Projector with lens cap Video/Audio cable VGA cable Soft carrying case MX3 manual.p65 Power cord M1DA-VGA+USB cable PC Audio in/out cable...
2.3 Components Control panel Zoom Ring Lens cover Focus Ring Speaker Infrared Remote Receiver Main Body Video Enhanced Adapter Screw MX3 manual.p65 02-12-17, 16:39...
3. Setting up the projector 3.1 How to connect the projector Depending on your purpose, you can select any of the following connection methods. 1) For displaying data only Find the M1DA-VGA+USB cable; connect M1DA connector to the main body;...
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1. Make sure that both projector and computer are turned off. 2. Plug the USB cable into the computer. 3. Plug one end of the VGA cable into the projector. 4. Plug the other end into the computer. 5. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the side of the projector,and plug the other end into an outlet.
3. As soon as the lamp is off, the LED indicator flashes rapidly. The Standby key does not function at this time. Note: Please wait at least 2 minutes before you turn on the projector again. You should turn on the projector only after the LED indicator flashes slowly.
Please use the foot adjuster to adjust the height of the projector. Higher 1. Hold the foot adjuster button. 2. Raise the projector to the desired height by moving the foot adjuster; then release the foot adjuster button. Lower 1. Hold the foot adjuster button.
To reduce the image size, turn the zoom ring clockwise. To adjust the focus of the image, turn the focus ring until the image becomes clear. The projection distance of the projector is 4’7” ~ 32’9” (1.4 ~ 10 meters).
4. How to use the projector This section covers how to use and adjust the projector, as well as how to use the control panel, remote control, and menu. 4.1 Initial image adjustment 1 Follow the previously stated steps to turn on the projector; and keep the projector facing the screen.
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After a few moments, the LED indicator stays on steady. If the LED indicator flashes quickly, the projector is most likely in an abnormal condition. Possible reasons include: a. If the fan is in an abnormal condition, the message “Fan lock error occurred, Projector shutting down!”...
Press this key and the green LED indicator turns on. Then the remote controller can be used as a mouse. • Be sure to connect the USB mouse cable to the computer and projector before using the remote control as a mouse. MX3 manual.p65 Functions...
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Menu Please refer to page 13, “Menu” of “Control panel”. Source Select Analog RGB, Analog Y Pb Pr, Digital RGB, Composite Video, S-Video and Component Video signals in sequence. Blank Convert the image into blank and fully blue. Press again to restore.
Keystone To modify the biased image resulting from the improper angle of the projector. Color Temp To adjust the color temperature in the range between 6500K and 9200K. Factory default is 7700K.
5.2 Image (Video mode) Submenu Brightness To adjust the brightness of image. Contrast To control the balance between the brightest and darkest parts of the image. You can change the amount of black and white. Color Hue To change the image from black &...
5.3 Display (VGA mode) Submenu To adjust the frequency of Frequency data display to be the same as the frequency of display card of computer. Use this function to correct the flickering vertical lines shown in the image. Phase To synchronize the signals of images and display cards.
5.4 Display (Video mode) Submenu Keystone To modify the biased image resulting from the improper angle of the projector. Color Temp To adjust the color temperature in the range between 6500K and 9200K. Factory default is 7700K. Proportion To select the aspect ratio of the screen —...
5.5 Audio Submenu Volume Press Press Treble Press Press Bass To adjust the medium/low frequency of audio. Press Press Mute Select ”Yes” for Mute (Press right key). * Press the Auto key to return to previous setup. MX3 manual.p65 Purpose or Using key to turn down the volume.
OSD Location To display the position of the menu on the screen. Projection Default If you select this function, the projector will reverse images from left to right or vice versa. Thus the image can be projected from behind onto the semi-transparent screen.
Lamp Reset To recount hours after replacing the lamp. Reset All To return to the factory default. Source Type To select RGB, Digit RGB, YPbPr or Auto Scan source. * Press the “Auto” key to return to previous setup. 5.7 Language Please use up and down keys to select the language you need.
2 Wipe the lens in a circular direction. 3 Cover the lens with the cap if you are not going to use the projector right away. MX3 manual.p65 Remove screws from...
7. Appendix 7.1 Common problems and troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your projector, please check the following situ- ations described below. If you still cannot solve the problem, contact your local distributor or our service center .
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This is not a problem. You can adjust the brightness, color or contrast on the menu to change colors. Q.: When the projector is connected to a DVD player, playing a film with the ratio 16:9, the image is reshaped.
7.2 Specifications Resolution Lamp Brightness Size Weight Image size Projection distance Throw Ratio Zoom Ratio Uniformity Aspect Ratio Contrast Ratio Horizontal Frequency Vertical Scan Rate Video compatibility Power supply Power Consumption MX3 manual.p65 XGA (1024*768), SXGA (1280*1024) compressed 150W VIP, 1500 hrs lamp life 1500 ANSI Lumens 229x193x69 mm 3.5 lbs...
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Input Terminal DVI (M1DA) RS232 (M1DA) Audio: RCA Jack Output Terminal 1watt speaker * All specifications are subject to change without notice. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) the device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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