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DATA PROJECTOR
U7 - 137
U7 - 132/U7 - 132h
User's Manual
* DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) are registered trademarks of Texas Instru-
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- Page 1 DATA PROJECTOR U7 - 137 U7 - 132/U7 - 132h User’s Manual IMPORTANT * DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) are registered trademarks of Texas Instru- ments Incorporated (U.S.A.). * PC/AT, VGA and XGA are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation (U.S.A.). * S-VGA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association.
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your PLUS Data Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. These operating instructions apply to both models U7-132, U7-132h and U7-137. The two models have the same display resolution and projection distance, but their CompactFlash (CF) card, wireless LAN card and wired LAN functions differ. - Page 3 Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into the unit. If something should fall into the unit, immediately disconnect the power cable from the unit and have the object removed by a qualified PLUS service person. • Do not place any liquids on top of the unit.
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Page 4: Major Features
Great moving image playback capabilities using the same principles as DLP Cinema™ technology Plus DLP type projectors have the same makings as the DLP Cinema™ technology used in movie theaters. Because of their extremely fast response, even images with much movement – sports, movies – play smoothly without blurring. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preparation and Background Knowledge IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................E-2 Major Features ......................... E-4 Table of Contents ......................E-5 Checking the Supplied Accessories ................E-7 Names of the Main Unit Parts ..................E-9 Names of the Remote Control Parts ................E-11 Preparing the Remote Control .................. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Menu Operations Menu Operation Method ....................E-37 Names and Functions of Buttons Used for Menu Operations ........E-37 Menu Screen Names and Functions ................. E-38 Performing Menu Operations ..................E-39 Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation ....... E-41 List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings .... - Page 7 Checking the Supplied Accessories Remove the main unit and the accessories from the box and check that the following items are included. Wireless remote control unit with laser pointer [1] / Power cable (1.8 m / 5.9 feet) [1] Size AAA batteries [2] This power cable supplies power to the unit.
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Page 8: Checking The Supplied Accessories
Checking the Supplied Accessories USB cable (type A, 2 m / 6.6 feet) [1] Wireless LAN card [1] U7-137 only Used to perform mouse operations on a computer using the projector’s remote control unit. Connections are described on Page E-32. -
Page 9: Names Of The Main Unit Parts
Names of the Main Unit Parts Terminal cover Lamp cover [E-62] Zoom ring [E-25] Remote control sensor [E-12] Focus ring [E-26] Lens Ventilation slots Lens cap Remove before use. Attach Front adjuster button [E-26] the lens cap after use to Exhaust vents (There is also one on the right side.) protect the lens. - Page 10 10 BASE - T RGB IN connector [E-15, 16] CF card slot USB connector LAN connector DVI connector [E-15, 16, 19] RGB OUT connector [E-21] U7-137 only (See pages 15 and 16 on the “Image Viewer / Network” manual) E-10...
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Page 11: Names Of The Remote Control Parts
Names of the Remote Control Parts Names of Parts the Remote Control Unit Included with the U7-132, U7-132h and U7-137 Infrared transmitter [E-12] Laser transmitter [E-31] L-CLICK button [E-32] LASER button [E-31] STANDBY button [E-22, 24] (Turns the laser point on and off) -
Page 12: Preparing The Remote Control
Preparing the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries When using the remote control for the first time, install the batteries that were supplied. Slide the battery compartment Insert the batteries to match (A) Leaving a little space in the front, close cover (located on the bottom the "+"... -
Page 13: The Procedure Up To Projecting To The Screen
The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen Perform setup adjustments in the following order. Position the projector Determine the locations to set up the screen and the projector. See “Placement Guide” on Page E-14. Connect the video equipment and personal computer Connect your equipment to the projector. -
Page 14: Placement Guide
Placement Guide • Use this information as a guide to find out about the 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 1.20 m (3.9 feet) to 13.81 m (45.31 feet). The projector should be placed within this range. -
Page 15: Connecting Personal Computers And Video Equipment
Connections with Personal Computer Please check the following before making connections with the personal computer. • A suitable resolution for the U7-132/U7-132h/U7-137 is 1024 768 dots (XGA) and the maximum displayable resolution is 1280 1024 dots (S-XGA). Make changes to a displayable resolution at the personal computer side. Please check with “Table of Supported Frequency” on Page E-65. -
Page 16: Personal Computers With A Mini D-Sub 15-Pin Connector
Please consult the instruction manual of your notebook computer or the on- line help. * To make wireless LAN connections with a computer or to use a viewer card, refer to the “Image Viewer / Network” manual. U7-137 only E-16... -
Page 17: To Output The External Output Signal Of A Notebook Computer
Should a sign not be output from the notebook computer, please try the operation described below. For an IBM PC/AT, DOS/V computer, press the [Fn] key plus any one of the [F1] to [F10] keys. (See the table below.) Manufacturer... -
Page 18: Connections With Composite Signals
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Composite Signals Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors • Make the connection to the VIDEO connector of the projector using the supplied Video cable. • The input setting of the VIDEO connector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if the projector does not project, please change the input setting to “Your Country’s Television Broadcast System”... -
Page 19: Connections With Component Signals
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Component Signals When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector • When connecting the computer to the projector’s RGB connector, connect using a separately sold component cable. • The projector has been set to "Auto" at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to "Compo- nent"... -
Page 20: Connections With Audio Connectors
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Audio Connectors * Make the connection to the projector’s AUDIO connector using the supplied audio cable. When the audio jack of the equipment that is to be connected is of the RCA phono type, make connection via the supplied audio conversion adapter. * The built-in speaker of the projector provides monaural audio. -
Page 21: Connections With The Rgb Out Connector
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with the RGB OUT Connector • The image from the computer connected to the DVI or RGB IN connector is output. • The image of the connector selected with the input selection function is output. •... -
Page 22: Power Cable Connections And Switching The Power On/Off
• When the power plug will be unplugged from the power outlet, please place the projector near the power outlet so that it may be reached easily. • Press the STANDBY button after the STANDBY indicator is lit in amber. • The included power cable is exclusively for use with the U7-132/U7-132h/U7-137. Never use it with other products. E-22... - Page 23 Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off When [Menu Language Select] is Displayed Upon Switching On the Power The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Lan- guage Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described be- low and select the display language of the projector.
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Page 24: Finishing
Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off Finishing Switch off the power of the connected equipment Switch off the power of the projector Press the STANDBY button. STANDBY LASER VIDEO AUTO MENU QUICK STATUS STANDBY (button on main unit) The [Power Off] display appears. -
Page 25: Adjustment Of The Projection Screen
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Switch on the power of the connected equipment and make the adjustments with the video signal being input to the projector. Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the zoom ring to adjust the screen size of the projection image. Adjust the image to match the desired screen size. -
Page 26: Making Adjustments With The Adjusters
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the focus ring and adjust the focus of the screen Focus ring Making Adjustments with the Adjusters Raising the projection image While viewing the projection image, (1) press and hold the front adjuster buttons located at the left and right and, (2) raise the projector to align the image with the screen, then release your fingers. -
Page 27: General Operation
SOURCE button QUICK DVI → RGB → Image Viewer → Network → Video → S-Video MENU MENU U7-137 only RGB button DVI → RGB → Image Viewer → Network U7-137 only STANDBY LASER... -
Page 28: Freezing A Moving Picture
General Operation Freezing a Moving Picture This function is used to stop and view a moving picture. Note that the input image continues to advance even though the picture there is a still picture STANDBY LASER condition. VIDEO AUTO A press of the FREEZE button changes the screen to a still picture. A MENU QUICK further press returns the screen to a moving picture. -
Page 29: Enlargement Of The Image And Video Movement
General Operation Enlargement of the Image and Video Movement This function digitally enlarges the personal computer image and video image. (1) Press the ZOOM button to enlarge the image. The zoom display appears when the ZOOM button is pressed. STANDBY LASER VIDEO AUTO... -
Page 30: Using The Presentation Timer
General Operation Using the Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. (1) Press the TIMER button to show the settings display. STANDBY LASER The display will close when an operation has not been made... -
Page 31: Using The Laser Pointer
General Operation Using the Laser Pointer The remote control unit’s laser pointer can be used to point to the section currently being explained, making presenta- tions more effective. CAUTION Do not look at the laser pointer’s light source. Be sure to heed the following. Pointing the laser beam at the eyes could lead to reduced vision or vision impairment. -
Page 32: Performing Mouse Operations On The Computer With The Remote Control Unit
General Operation Performing Mouse Operations on the Computer with the Remote Control Unit When a computer and the projector are connected, mouse operations can be performed on the computer using the projector’s remote control unit. When projecting images from the computer, the projector can be operated and mouse operations on the computer performed with the same remote control unit, making for efficient presentations. -
Page 33: Controlling The Projector From A Computer
7 (RXD) 2 (PC-RXD) Connecting via a LAN U7-137 only It is also possible to control the projector with Telnet connections via a LAN or wireless LAN (using PLUS projector control commands). Note: * This function may not work with some computers. -
Page 34: Protecting The Projector With The Security Lock
General Operation Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to protect the projector from unauthorized use. Registering the password The password is registered using the menus. For instructions on operating the menus, see “Menu Operation Method” on E-37. (1) Select “Security Lock”... - Page 35 General Operation If the password input display appears when the power is turned on When a password has been registered, the “Password” input window appears on the projected image when the power is turned on. The projector continues projecting this image until the correct password is input. At this time, only the STANDBY button (power off) works.
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Page 36: Using The Quick Menu
General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the con- nected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. Main unit operation (1) Press the QUICK MENU button to display the quick adjustment display. -
Page 37: Menu Operation Method
Menu Operation Method • This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this item should you need information while performing menu operations. • For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descrip- tions. -
Page 38: Menu Screen Names And Functions
Menu Operation Method Menu Screen Names and Functions Menu Name This is the title of the menu. Cursor (Deep Blue) There is a change to the title screen This permits setting/adjustment of the when the menu is selected. item located at the cursor position. The cursor moves to the selected menu name. -
Page 39: Performing Menu Operations
Menu Operation Method Performing Menu Operations • Only “Setup”, “Options” and “Info.” can be selected when no signal is being input. • The menu display will close if, after pressing a button, the next button operation is not made within 30 seconds. •... - Page 40 Menu Operation Method Displaying the Cursor Press the SELECT button to display the item name selection cursor. STANDBY LASER VIDEO AUTO MENU QUICK This condition al- lows selection of the R-CLICK/ ENTER CANCEL item name. TIMER FREEZE MUTE Selection of the Item Name Press the SELECT ( ) button to align the cursor with the item name STANDBY...
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Page 41: Selecting Another Menu Name With Remote Control Operation
Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display STANDBY LASER VIDEO AUTO QUICK MENU R-CLICK/ ENTER CANCEL FREEZE MUTE TIMER Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CANCEL but- ton and close the sub menu. -
Page 42: List Of Item Names Offering Input Selection And Adjustments/Settings
Menu Operation Method List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings The item names that can be adjusted/set will differ depending on the input signal. [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal RGB Selection] Imput Terminal Sub Menu Menu name... - Page 43 Menu Operation Method Imput Terminal Sub Menu Menu name Item Name Reference Item Name Page Setup E-51 Auto Source E-51 Auto Power Off E-51 Menu Position E-52 Lamp Mode Input Format E-52 E-52 E-52 Video E-52 S-Video Presentation Timer E-53 Option E-54 Language...
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Page 44: Image
Image • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “Image”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-37 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. -
Page 45: Reset
Image Fine Picture Adjust this when the picture shows a lack of color fidelity or flickering. Select the “Fine Picture” item name and adjust with the SELECT ( ) but- tons so that the lack of color fidelity or the flickering disappears. H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right. -
Page 46: Color
Color • Do the following operation while displaying the image you want to adjust or set. • Select the menu name “Color”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-37 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. -
Page 47: Color Temp
Color Color Temp. The screen color is affected by the color of the illumination and other extraneous light. This function adjusts the white, which is the reference color for video equipment, and improves the quality of color reproduction. Adjustment can also be used to enhance skin colors. Select the item name “Color Temp.”... -
Page 48: White Balance
Color White Balance The black and white levels of the analog RGB or DVI analog input sig- nals being projected are adjusted automatically for the computer. This increases color reproducibility. Select the item name [White Balance] and press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Input Black Signal]. -
Page 49: View
View • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “View”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-37 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. -
Page 50: Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip
View Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip This is the selection of how images are projected on the screen. Set this when the projector is suspended from the ceiling, installed on its back, etc. Select the item name “Vertical Flip” or “Horizontal Flip” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons. -
Page 51: Setup
Signal Detection Order When On The sequence of DVI → RGB → Image Viewer → Network → Video → S-Video is searched repeatedly. U7-137 only When a signal is detected, the search is stopped and the image is projected. Auto Power Off This function switches off the projector power automatically when the input of the projector enters a no-signal condition. -
Page 52: Lamp Mode
Setup Lamp Mode Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms. Select the item name “Lamp Mode” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons. -
Page 53: Presentation Timer
Setup Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. Select the item name “Presentation Timer” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons. -
Page 54: Language
Option • Select menu name “Option”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-32 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See “List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings” on Page E-42. Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen in the messages and menu displays. -
Page 55: Startup Screen
Logo ... Displays the logo. Blank ..Does not display the logo. Note: When “Logo” is selected at the startup screen, the “PLUS” logo is dis- played. Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to prevent unauthorized use of the projector. -
Page 56: Info
Press the CANCEL button to return to the menu. Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet home page ad- dress of PLUS Vision Corp. Factory Default This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the in- put sources to the standard factory default values. -
Page 57: Resolution / Frequency
Info. Resolution / Frequency This function displays the resolution and frequency of the detected in- put signal. Lamp Timer This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an Eco mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Eco mode. Lamp Life Use only in Normal mode: approx.2000 hours Use only in Eco mode: approx.3000 hours... -
Page 58: When An Indicator Is Lit Or Blinking
Wait at least 90 seconds, then turn the power back on. If the Blinks amber for 90 seconds, then lit problem persists, unplug the power cord and contact a store amber that sells the U7-132/U7-132h/U7-137 for repairs. When the lamp does not come on from the start Lit amber... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Check the following matters before requesting servicing. Reference Problem Check Page • Is the power cord plugged into a power outlet? Power does not turn on E-22 • Is the lamp cover properly mounted? E-63 • Is the projector’s temperature high? To protect the projector, the power can- E-58 not be turned on when the projector’s temperature is abnormally high. -
Page 60: Cleaning
Cleaning • Be certain to disconnect the power plug from the power outlet before cleaning. • Do not spray or otherwise expose the projector, lens, or screen to volatile substances such as insecticides. Do not leave rubber or vinyl products in contact with the projector for long periods. Doing so could cause them to undergo qualitative changes or the coatings may peel, etc. -
Page 61: Replacing The Lamp Cartridge
• If the projector is used another 100 hours after the lamp’s service life is reached, the power is set to the standby mode and no longer turns on. • Contact a store that sells the U7-132/U7-132h/U7-137 for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a U7-300 replacement lamp for the U7-132/U7-132h/U7-137 (order code 28-057). - Page 62 Replacing the Lamp Cartridge Unplug the power cord. Remove the lamp cover. (1) Turn the lamp cover’s set screw counterclockwise and (2) Open the lamp cover a little, then pull it in the direc- tion of the arrow and remove it. loosen until the screw turns freely.
- Page 63 5 seconds will clear the lamp timer. Checking that the STATUS indicator is out will show that the lamp timer has been cleared. Contact a store that sells the U7-132/U7-132h/U7-137 for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a U7-300 replacement lamp for the U7-132/ U7-132h/U7-137 (order code 28-057).
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Page 64: Specifications
RGB (Horizontal :15 to 80 kHz, Vertical 50 to 85 Hz) Projector control U7-132 / U7-132h : RS-232C U7-137 : RS-232C or Telnet via a LAN (using PLUS projector control commands) Color Reproduction Full color (16,770,000 colors) Resolution VGA (640 480) expansion/true, S-VGA (800 600) expansion/true... -
Page 65: Table Of Supported Frequencies
Table of Supported Frequencies The projector automatically identifies the signal input from the computer and selects the optimum resolution as shown on the table below. Manual adjustments may be required for some input signals. See “Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position” on page E-44, 45. -
Page 66: Cabinet Dimensions
Cabinet Dimensions 258 (10.2) Unit: mm (inch) E-66... - Page 67 2005...
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