Compaq MP1800 User Manual

Compaq MP1800 User Manual

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User's Guide
Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector
First Edition May 2000
Published in U.S.A., U.K., Singapore, and Taiwan.
Documentation Part Number 191443-001

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  • Page 1 All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice and is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Balancing the Projector...1-5 Connecting the Projector to a Portable Computer ...1-6 Connecting the Projector to a Desktop Computer ...1-8 Connecting the Projector to a Compaq PC Companion ...1-10 Connecting the Projector to Other Video Sources...1-12 Powering On the Projector ...1-12 Powering Off the Projector ...1-14...
  • Page 3 SING THE OMPAQ ULTIMEDIA Identifying the Multimedia Adapter Components... 3-1 Attaching the Multimedia Adapter to the MP1800 Microportable Projector ... 3-3 Connecting a Camcorder, Videocassette Recorder, or DVD Player to the Multimedia Adapter ... 3-4 Connecting a Video Player ... 3-6 Video On-Screen Menu Adjustments ...
  • Page 4 appendix B GENCY EGULATORY Federal Communications Commission Notice...B-1 Modifications ...B-1 Cables ...B-2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo—United States Only ...B-2 Canadian Notice ...B-2 Avis Canadien ...B-2 European Notice ...B-3 Japanese Notice ...B-3 Laser Warning ...B-4 Specifications ...B-5 Preset Display Resolutions Table...B-6 Power Cords ...B-7...
  • Page 5: Using This Guide

    Preface Using This Guide The User's Guide includes general information about your projector, troubleshooting and diagnostics, and technical specifications. Symbols and Conventions The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout this guide: ✎ Text set off in this manner presents clarifying...
  • Page 6: Warning Messages

    Warning Messages Before operating the projector, please read the following messages. WARNING: !" To reduce the risk of harm to your eyes, do not look directly into the bright light of the projection lens. !" To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    The Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector generates crisp, clear images onto a projection screen by using Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology. The MP 1800 Microportable Projector is Compaq’s “Flagship” product offering the latest in portable projection technology, including: !" 1024 × 768 native XGA resolution !"...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction Before setting up your Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items: Getting Started...
  • Page 9 8 Two Quick Setup cards 9 CD-ROM containing the Compaq Presentation utility program, Compaq Projector Display Assistant utility, and the User’s Guide If your shipping box does not contain all of the listed items, please contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
  • Page 10: Setting Up The Projector

    The projector is hot pluggable and can be connected to any video input source while the source is in use. IMPORTANT: Place the projector on a stable desk or table at a distance not less than 4.92 feet (1.5 meters) and not greater than 16.4 feet (5 meters) from the projection screen.
  • Page 11: Balancing The Projector

    Balancing the Projector The projector has a built-in elevator foot used to balance and elevate the projector. Always balance the projector before connecting any device to it. Turn the elevator foot sideways to balance the projector. WARNING: tipping or overturning, always turn the elevator foot 90 degrees from its original position before pressing the elevator button.
  • Page 12: Connecting The Projector To A Portable Computer

    4. Turn on the projector first, then turn on the computer. Refer to the “Powering On the Projector” section later in this chapter for instructions on turning on the projector.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Projector To A Desktop Computer

    Connecting the Projector to a Desktop Computer 1. Rotate the elevator foot to balance the projector. 2. Connect one end of the projector signal cable –B to the projector and the other end to the VGA connector on the desktop computer and tighten the screws.
  • Page 14 4. Turn on the projector first, then turn on the computer. Refer to the “Powering On the Projector” section later in this chapter for instructions on turning on the projector.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Projector To A Compaq Pc Companion

    2. Connect one end of the signal cable – to the projector and connect the other end to the VGA-out PC Card. The VGA-out PC Card may be inserted into the PC slot on the Compaq PC Companion before or after connecting the signal cable.
  • Page 16 4. Turn on the projector first, then turn on the computer. Refer to the “Powering On the Projector” section later in this chapter for instructions on turning on the projector.
  • Page 17: Connecting The Projector To Other Video Sources

    Connecting the Projector to Other Video Sources The optional Compaq Multimedia Adapter must be used to connect the projector to a camcorder, DVD player, or videocassette recorder. This adapter converts signals from the camcorder, DVD player, or videocassette recorder for compatibility with the projector.
  • Page 18: Powering Off The Projector

    IMPORTANT: Allow the projector to cool down for about five to ten minutes before turning it off. 2. Turn off the main power switch on the back of the projector. 3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the projector zoom !" Adjusting the Projector Height The projector has a built-in elevator foot that can raise the projector approximately 1 inch. To adjust the height: 1. Ensure the foot is turned 90° to balance the projector. 2. Raise the projector to the desired display angle, then press the elevator button –...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Projector Focus

    Adjusting the Projector Focus To focus the projected image, rotate the focus ring – until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 4.92 (1.5 meters) to 16.4 feet (5 meters). If vertical bars appear on the display after adjusting the focus, press the Resync button —...
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Projector Zoom

    Adjusting the Projector Zoom To adjust the size of the projected image, rotate the zoom lever until the projected image is the desired size. Getting Started 1-15...
  • Page 22: Image Size Adjustment

    .45m .91m 1.36m 1.81m 2.26m 2.72m 3.17m 3.62m 1.08m 4.53m Height .34m .68. ✎ If the projector is used at the maximum distance in this chart, the display may appear to be dimmer than usual. 1-16 1.02m 1.36m 1.70m 2.04m 2.38m 2.72m 3.06m 3.40m...
  • Page 23: Using The Compaq Presentation Utility

    Using the Compaq Presentation Utility The Compaq Presentation utility included on the CD-ROM is for use with portable computers. The purpose of the Presentation utility is to disable power management features of the portable computer while the Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector is connected to it.
  • Page 24: Using The Compaq Projector Display Assistant Utility

    English version will install on the computer. Using the Compaq Projector Display Assistant Utility The Compaq Projector Display Assistant utility included on the CD-ROM is an adjustment tool for improving the display quality of the projector. Adjustments need to be made when the projector is first attached to a computer or when a different display mode is selected for the first time.
  • Page 25: Using The Projector

    Identifying the Projector Buttons Symbol Control Standby button Using the Projector Function Powers the projector lamp on and off. The Standby LED changes color modes to indicate the following operating modes: 1. Green glow indicates power is 2. Amber glow indicates warmup or suspend modes.
  • Page 26 − Minus button Plus button Resync button (continued) Function Powers the projector lamp on and off. The Standby LED changes color modes to indicate the following operating modes: 3. Flashing amber indicates the projector is going into standby mode and cannot be restarted until the LED glows amber steadily.
  • Page 27: Introducing The Analog On-Screen Menu

    IMPORTANT: To use standby mode, press the Standby button and, after a six to ten-second delay, the unit enters standby mode and the projector lamp turns off. A “Going to Standby” message appears on the screen for the duration of the six to ten-second delay.
  • Page 28 Serial Number Master Reset Save and Return Cancel Confirm Reset Factory Reset Exit Menu Level 3 Adjustment scale Adjustment scale On-Off Display hours - 5 digits Confirmation Horizontal Vertical Both Save and Return Cancel Display Serial Number Confirmation Using the Projector...
  • Page 29: Adjusting The On-Screen Menus

    To launch and make adjustments to the Main and Video on-screen menus: 1. Press the Select button – on the projector panel or the remote control. The Main menu will display on the projection screen. 2. To select a function, press the Minus (-) button — to scroll down the Display menu.
  • Page 30: Explaining Functions In The Analog On-Screen Menu

    (zooms in to a specific area on the screen, and pans left, right, up, and down). Keystone—Adjusts image distortion at the top and bottom widths of the screen caused by tilting the projector. Picture—Adjusts the gamma value or degree of contrast of darkness or light for the projected image.
  • Page 31 Select another language to display all menu functions in that language. Menu Location—Positions the on-screen menu at a convenient location on the projector screen; positions the menu up or down, left or right. Management—Allows the user to control power saver characteristics of the display, or to view the cumulative lamp hours, reset the lamp hour timer, view the unit’s serial number,...
  • Page 32: Special On-Screen Messages

    Special on-screen messages will appear on the projection display to identify the following conditions: Check Video Cable: Indicates the video cable may not be plugged into the projector or the selected video input is not accurate. Input Signal Out of Range—Indicates the projector is unable to access the appropriate input signal.
  • Page 33 When the Multimedia Adapter is attached to the projector, the following messages, in addition to the previous messages, will appear on the projection display to identity the following conditions: Analog, Use Source to Change Input—Indicates analog and DVI inputs are connected. Since the projector will default to display analog, you must press the Source button to switch to DVI.
  • Page 34: Using The Compaq Multimedia Adapter

    DVD players, or videocassette recorders to be shown through the projector. To connect the projector to a camcorder, DVD player, or videocassette recorder, you need to connect the Compaq Multimedia Adapter to the projector. Identifying the Multimedia Adapter Components...
  • Page 35 Selects between all sources When lit, indicates video input When lit, indicates computer input Connects video equipment Connects audio equipment, videocassette recorders and DVD players, allowing sound to be played. Use to install adapter on projector Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter...
  • Page 36: Attaching The Multimedia Adapter To The Mp1800 Microportable Projector

    Adapter. 2. Insert the hooks on top of the Multimedia Adapter into the upper slots — on the projector by inserting and pushing upward, then insert the adapter plug into the digital connector ˜ on the back of the projector.
  • Page 37: Connecting A Camcorder, Videocassette Recorder, Or

    Connecting a Camcorder, Videocassette Recorder, or DVD Player to the Compaq Multimedia Adapter ✎ A rubber boot cover protects the DFP (digital) connector on the projector. Be sure to remove the cover before connecting the Multimedia Adapter to the projector and replace the cover when the projector is not in use to prevent electrostatic discharges from damaging the connector.
  • Page 38 The Compaq Multimedia Adapter can remain attached to the projector, or it can be removed and stored in the carrying case. Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter...
  • Page 39: Connecting A Video Player

    TV tuner, videocassette recorder, or camera. With the Compaq Multimedia Adapter attached, the projector is compatible with major video standards such as NTSC, PAL, and SECAM. Use the on-screen menu to adjust the video performance manually or press the Resync button to optimize it automatically.
  • Page 40: Video On-Screen Menu Adjustments

    2. Attach a video source to the projector. 3. Set the Source button on the adapter or remote control to video. 4. Press the Select button on the projector or the Menu button on the remote control to display the following menu: Video Menu...
  • Page 41 On - Off Adjustment scale Adjustment scale Adjustment scale (toggles 5 locations) Composite, S-Video Adjustment scale Adjustment scale On-off Display hours - 5 digits Confirmation Delay adjustment Horizontal - vertical - both Display serial number Confirmation Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter...
  • Page 42: Explaining Functions In The Video On-Screen Menu

    Tint-adjusts screen image tint. !" Sharpness-adjusts screen image sharpness. !" Audio-adjusts the audio controls for the Multimedia Adapter !" speaker. Source-selects between composite, S-video, DVI, and analog !" input. Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter...
  • Page 43: Using The Remote Control

    “Powering On the Projector.” ✎ The remote control operates only when the Compaq Multimedia Adapter is connected to the projector. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury to the eyes, do not look directly into the remote control laser light and do not point the laser light into anyone’s eyes.
  • Page 44: Identifying The Remote Control Buttons

    Standby button SCE—Source button Laser pointer Mouse ball Function Glows green when the remote control is operating Powers the projector into and out of Standby mode Selects the input source Allows laser pointer functionality 1. Controls the on-screen cursor and alternate left-mouse functions.
  • Page 45 Launches the video on-screen Menu Resynchronizes the projector with the input source Adjusts the video On-screen Menu Mutes or silences the speaker on the Multimedia Adapter...
  • Page 46: Calibrating The Mouse

    Perform the following steps to calibrate the remote control: 1. Ensure that the projector, Multimedia Adapter, and remote control are powered on. 2. Press down on the top of the mouse ball and hold it down until it clicks.
  • Page 47 IMPORTANT: To operate a computer using the remote control, the 8-pin-to-USB/RS232 Y-cable (included with the Multimedia Adapter) must be used. Connect the 8-pin connector cable to the appropriate connector on the Multimedia Adapter and connect the USB connector to the USB connector on the computer (preferred) or the RS232 connector to the serial connector on the computer.
  • Page 48: Picture-In-Picture On-Screen Adjustments

    Picture-in-Picture On-Screen Adjustments When the Multimedia Adapter is attached to the projector, an input source is connected, and the S-video and composite connectors are attached to input sources, a second alternate Picture-in-Picture (PIP) on-screen menu displays on the projector screen. The PIP on-screen menu includes functions that apply to the PIP function only.
  • Page 49 PIP Menu PIP Menu Level 2 Brightness Adjustment scale Contrast Adjustment scale Zoom Zoom Panning left-right Panning up-down Save and return Cancel Keystone Adjustment scale Picture Dark-light Color (Color temperature) Custom color Saturation Save and return Cancel Digital Clock conversion Clock phase Save and return Cancel...
  • Page 50: Explaining Functions In The Pip On-Screen Menu

    PIP On-Screen Menu (continued) PIP Menu PIP Menu Level 2 Menu Location Up-down Left-right Save and return Cancel Management Power saver Lamp hours Reset lamp hours Standby lamp delay Flip image Serial number Master reset Save and return Cancel Factory reset Confirm reset Exit Current mode...
  • Page 51: Care And Maintenance

    Chapter 5 Care and Maintenance This section explains how to care for and maintain your Compaq projector during normal everyday use. Protecting the Projector To protect your projector from overheating and other types of damage, follow these suggestions: Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this projector as indicated on the marking label.
  • Page 52: Cleaning The Lens

    Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. If the projector is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Cleaning the Lens To minimize the risk of damaging or scratching the lens surface, this cleaning procedure has been developed.
  • Page 53: Replacing The Projector Lamp Module

    Replacement Suggested” displays on the projection screen, you should change the lamp as soon as possible. Contact your local Compaq authorized dealer, seller, or reseller to purchase a spare lamp or have the lamp changed. You can also purchase a lamp directly through www.Compaq.com...
  • Page 54 Follow these steps to replace the projector lamp module: 1. Turn off the power to the projector by pressing the Standby button –. 2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least 30 minutes. WARNING: The lamp assembly operates at a very high temperature.
  • Page 55 6. Remove the cover š. 7. On the left side of the lamp module, push the electrical connector › up to disengage it from the projector base. 8. Remove the three screws œ from the lamp module. 9. Pull out the lamp module .
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Press the Resync button. Turn everything off; then power on the projector first and power on the portable or desktop computer second. If the above steps do not correct the display image, adjust the resolution of the portable or desktop computer to 1024 ×...
  • Page 57 Monitors. Press the Resync button on the projector panel to adjust the tracking. If that does not stop the flickering, adjust the Clock Phase function in the on-screen menu.
  • Page 58 Projected colors do not match computer or camcorder color Black or gray border visible outside the usable area of the projection screen Only the Compaq startup screen displays Solution Adjust the Focus Ring on the projection lens. Make sure the projection screen is within the required distance (4.92 to 16.4 feet, 1.5 to 5 meters)
  • Page 59 If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. Contact your local Compaq authorized dealer, seller, or reseller to purchase a replacement lamp module. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures in the "Replacing the Projector Lamp...
  • Page 60 Refer to Appendix C “Flash ROM Upgrade” for more information. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your Compaq authorized service provider or call Compaq Customer Support for help. Refer to the “Contacting Customer Support” manual included in the projector documentation kit for a complete list of customer support numbers to call.
  • Page 61: Agency Regulatory Notices

    Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that if any changes or modifications are made to this device, not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation, this may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Agency Regulatory Notices...
  • Page 62: Cables

    For questions regarding your product, contact: Compaq Computer Corporation P.O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 Or, call 1-800-652-6672 (1-800-OK COMPAQ) For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: Compaq Computer Corporation P.O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000...
  • Page 63: European Notice

    European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European norms: EN55022 (CISPR 22) - Radio Frequency Interference EN50082-1 (IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4) - Electromagnetic Immunity...
  • Page 64: Specifications

    Specifications Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector Projection panel Lamp type Image size Avg. lamp life in hours Projection distance Maximum weight (unpacked) Maximum dimensions Maximum graphics resolution Displayable colors Horizontal frequencies Vertical frequencies Required Environmental Temperatures for the Following Altitudes: Sea Level...
  • Page 65: Preset Display Resolutions Table

    Preset Display Resolutions Table This projector automatically recognizes the preset display resolutions listed in the following table. Preset Modes 1. Industry Standard 2. VESA Standard 3. Industry Standard 4. VESA Standard 5. VESA Standard 6. Industry Standard 7. VESA Standard 8.
  • Page 66: Power Cords

    100-120V or 200-240V. The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the projector meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased the equipment. If you need to obtain a power cord for a different country, you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country.
  • Page 67: Flash Rom Upgrade

    Flash ROM Upgrade The Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector can be upgraded by flashing the ROM (Read Only Memory) resident on the projector. This will be available from Compaq in the future only if necessary. NOTE: Before attempting these steps, make sure the projector is turned off.
  • Page 68 ROM: 1. Connect the DFP end of the cable to the DFP connector on the projector and the DVI end of the cable to the input end of the Flash ROM RS232 adapter. 2. Connect the other end of the Flash ROM RS232 adapter to the RS232 (serial) connector on the computer.

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