Available Range of the Remote Control ... 12 Inserting the Batteries ... 12 Connections and Setup Connecting the Projector to Other Devices ... 14 Before Setting Up ... 14 Connecting the Power Cord ... 14 Connecting to Video Equipment ... 15 Connecting to Component Video Equipment ...
Package Contents Open the package and ensure that you have the following items: Strandard Accessories Remote Control Two “AA” Batteries Power Cord Composite Video Cable (3M) Component Video Cable (3M) RS-232C cable 3M Optional Accessories HD 15-pin VGA to HD 15-pin VGA cable RS-232C cable (3M) DVI-D to DVI-D cable (3M) DVI-D to HDMI cable (3M)
Features • Newly developed DMD™ chip provides significantly improved optical efficiency and excellent contrast ratio. • Newly developed LVDS (Low voltage differential signal) chip eliminates color breaking phenomena common with previous generation DLP™ projectors. • The 250W high-output lamp gives high color purity and brightness. Natural images are possible with excellent color reproduction and powerful expression capabilities.
Note • The signal from the remote control can be reflected by the screen. You can control the projector when it is behind you by bouncing the signal off the screen. When using the remote control: • Do not drop it, or expose it to moisture or high temperature.
Before Setting Up Note • Before connecting, turn off both the projector and the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector first and then the other devices. When connecting a computer, be sure that the comp connections are made.
To view the higher-quality image, use a commercially available S-video cable to connect the INPUT 3 terminal on the projector and the S-video output terminal on the video equipment. VCR or other video equipment...
*DTV is an umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system. Note • When connecting the projector to video equipment in this way, set “Input Source” to “Component 1 or 2” in the “Main” menu. Connecting Using the DVI...
Use a DVI to HDMI cable when connecting HDMI video equipment such as DVD players to the INPUT 4 terminal. Connect a DVI-D to HDMI cable to the projector. • Secure the connectors by tightening the thumbscrews. Connect the above cable to the video equipment.
• When connecting the projector to a computer using an HD 15-pin VGA cable, set the “Input Source” to “PC” in the “Main” menu, or select RGB mode by pressing the DVI/PC button on the remote control.
This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B. The projector and a VESA DDC compatible computer automatically send settings, allowing for quick and easy setup. Before using the “Plug and Play” function, be sure to turn on the projector first and the computer last. Note •...
The projection can be made higher by adjusting the projector when it is in a location lower than the screen. Press the foot releases and lift the projector to the desired angle.
Note • Do not forcibly turn the lens shift dial beyond the range of the upper left and lower right positions. This may cause the projector to malfunction. Focus ring Zoom ring Focus ring...
Setting up the Screen Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image. Notes • The projector lens should be perpendicular (square-on) to the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing difficult.
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Screen Size and Projection Distance When using a wide screen (16:9) project the image on the whole area of the 16:9 screen. : Picture area Screen Size (16:9) Diagonal Width 300” (762 cm) 261” (664 cm) 147" (374 cm) 37'6" (11.4 m) 250”...
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When using a normal screen (4:3) project the image to the full horizontal width of the 4:3 screen. Screen Size (4:3) Diagonal Width 250" (635 cm) 200" (508 cm) 150" (381 cm) 200" (508 cm) 160" (406 cm) 120" (305 cm) 22'11" (7.0 m) 150"...
Info • When using a mirror, be sure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so that the light does not shine into the eyes of the audience. Ceiling-mount setup The optional ceiling-mount bracket is recommended for this installation.
Image Projection Basic Procedure Connect the required external equipment to the projector before following these procedures. Info • The preset language is English. To change the on-screen display to another language, reset the language according to the procedure on page 30.
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Press on the remote control on the projector. Press Enter to turn off the projector, when the confirmation message is displayed. Note • If you accidentally press power and do not want to turn off the...
Selecting the On-screen Display Language • The on-screen display language of the projector can be set to English, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español, Press “MENU”. • The menu displays. Press to select “Language”. Press to select the desired language, then press The selected language is set as the on-screen display.
Menu Bar Items This list shows the items that can be set in the projector. Composite Video/S-Video, DVI Mode Normal/Bright/Movie/Custom1/ Picture Picture Setting Custom2 Brightness -50 ~ +50 Contrast -50 ~ +50 Color -64 ~ +64 Tint -64 ~ +64...
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PC/Component 1&2 Mode Picture Picture Setting Brightness -50 ~ +50 Contrast -50 ~ +50 Color -64~+64 (PC Hide) Tint -64~+64 (PC Hide) Sharpness Color Temp White Balance Reset Clock -50 ~ +50 Fine Sync (Component 1/2 Hide) Phase -16 ~ +15 Reset Execute Auto Tune Auto Tune (ON/OFF)
Using the Menu Screen You can use the menu screens to adjust the image and projector settings. You can operate the menus from the projector or remote control using the following procedure. Menu Selections (Adjustments) Press on remote or the keypad.
Adjusting the Image You can adjust the image with the following procedure. Selected item Brightness Adjusts the brightness Contrast Adjusts the contrast level Color Adjusts the color intensity Tint Adjusts the tones Brightness Use this option to adjust the overall brightness of the image. Use in conjunction with contrast to fine-tune the display.
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Color Use this option to adjust the color intensity of the image. Tint Use this option to adjust the tint of your image. Press image more purple. Sharpness Use this option to adjust the clarity and focus of the image. Color TEMP Use this option to set the color temperature of the image.
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Gamma Use this option to adjust the gamma correction of the image. There are seven non-linear gamma corrections 1.0, 1.5, 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.35, 2.5, and 2.8. The default setting is 2.2. White Balance The contrast and brightness for each color of the RGB Gain & Offset values in DLP can be individually adjusted.
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Picture setting This function stores Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpnes s, Gamma, Color Temp, Color Type, and White Enhance set in “Picture”. Each stored se tting is reassigned to each input mode. Select “Picture Setting” from the “Picture” menu on the menu screen. For operating the menu screen, see page 33.
“Fine Sync” menu on the menu screen. For operating the menu screen, see page 33. Note • Auto Tune may take some time to complete, depending on the image stored in the computer connected to the projector. Main Menu Screen display during Auto Tune...
• In the Pixel to Pixel Mode, images are displayed in the original resolution, and are not scalable. Aspect Ratio Function You can control how the projector resizes the input image. The following option are available: 16:9 • Resolution 1280 × 720 •...
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VIDEO 480i 480P 576i For 4:3 576P aspect ratio NTSC SECAM 480P 576P For 16:9 aspect ratio 720P 1080i Input Signal 480I 480P 576I For 4:3 aspect ratio 576P NTSC SECAM Letter box image 1080I For 16:9 aspect ratio 720P 768X576 1280X720 768X576...
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COMPUTER VGA(640X480) For 4:3 SVGA(800X600) aspect ratio XGA(1024X768) Input Signal For 4:3 aspect ratio (640x480) SVGA For 4:3 aspect ratio (800x600) For 4:3 aspect ratio (1024x768) 960X720 1280X720 960X720 1280X720 960X720 1280X720 Output screen image 16:9 Native 16:9 640X480 800X600 1024X768 Native...
H-V Position Function Use this to center the display vertically and horizontally. In H Position, press “ ” or “ ”. The display moves left or right. In V Position, press “ ” or “ ” The display moves upward or downward.
H-V Keystone Function Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion and Adjusting Vertical Size. This function allows for Keystone correction. Note • When the image is projected at an angle, the image becomes distorted trapezoidally. The function for correcting trapezoidal distortion is called Keystone Correction. (On-screen Trapezoidal Distortion) Correction and the adjustment of the vertical size of the picture.
White Enhance White enhance emphasizes the bright portions of images. Selecting the Bright Mode Bright mode reduces the power consumption of the projector. Setting the Power Save Select “ON” from the “Bright Mode” in the “Options” menu. For operating the menu screen, see page 33.
Automatic Power Off Function When set to “ON”, the Auto Power Off switches the projector off if an input signal is not detected or you do not press any controls for 15 minutes. Auto Power Off is disabled when set to “OFF”.
Description OSD background will Normal Reversing/Inverting Projected Images The projector can reverse and invert images for various projection methods. Setting the Projection Mode Select “Projection Mode” from the “Options” menu on the menu screen. For operating the menu screen, see page 33.
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Deinterlace There are several different deinterlacing algorithms. Choose the setting that best matches the content you are watching. Select “Deinterlace” from the “Options” menu on the menu screen. For operating the menu screen, see page 33. Selected item Description Enhances video by replacing the edges of the video with edges that have steeper rise and fall times.
This resets all values in the “Option” menu to the factory defaults. Lamp Timer Reset The projector keeps a record of the total time the lamp has been in use. You should reset the timer after you install a new lamp. The total lamp usage time is shown in the Status Screen.
The Status screen displays information about the current input signal. Main Menu Factory reset This resets all setting to the factory defaults. The logo is shown for about 20 seconds, then the projector is reset. Main Menu Screen display during Factory Reset...
Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these can damage the finish on the cabinet and operation panel. Do not use volatile agents, such as insecticides, on the projector. Do not leave rubber or plastic objects in contact with the projector for long periods, as they may damage the finish of the projector.
• The ventilative holes should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the ventilative holes more often when the projector is used in dirty or smoky locations. Cleaning the Ventilative Holes Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
Temperature LED (Over Temperature) The over temperature alarm LED on the control panel alerts you when the projector lamp becomes too hot. If the LED illuminates during operation, the lamp will shut off and the cooling fans will continue to run for approximately two minutes.
Wait until the cooling fan stops. Warning! Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector imme diately after use. The lamp will be very hot and may cause injury. 2. Disconnect the power cord and wait at least an hour for the lamp to cool.
Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit compartment. Fasten the securing screws. • Attach the lamp unit cover. • Close the lamp unit cover in the direction of the arrow (to the close mark) on the side of the projector. • Tighten the user service screw. Info •...
“CRT only” mode. Details on how to change display modes can be found in your notebook computer’s operation manual. • When this projector receives 640 × 350 VESA format VGA signals, “640 × 400” appears on the screen. • When projecting video images of an interlace video signal with the projector, the intended image may not be projected depending on the video signal when using the RBG input.
Projector does not start The selected input mode is wrong. Cables may be incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. Power to the external connected device is off. The video signal format of the video equipment is not set correctly.
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Picture adjustments are incorrectly set. Picture is dark or bright and whitish Picture adjustments are incorrectly set. Picture is too bright and whitish...
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