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Important Safety Information ! Important: It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference. Symbols Used Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous situations.
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Projector Installation Notice Place the projector in a horizontal position The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically, and may lead to other unpredictable damages.
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Verify Installation Location To supply power, the 3-blade (with earthing lead) socket should be used to ensure proper grounding and equalized ground potential for all of the equipment in the Projector System. The power code provided with the Projector should be used. In case of any missing item, other qualified 3-blade (with earthing lead) power cord can be used as substitution;...
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Power Safety Only use the supplied power cord. Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic. Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. Replacing the Lamp Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly.
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Main Features Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport. Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM. A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms. Supports resolutions up to UXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images. ...
Table of Contents GETTING STARTED .............................. 1 ............................. 1 ACKING HECKLIST ..........................2 IEWS OF ROJECTOR ARTS Front-right View ............................... 2 Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ................3 Rear view ................................. 4 Bottom view ..............................5 ............................. 6 EMOTE ONTROL ARTS...
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Security Lock ..............................32 Language ............................... 32 Reset All ................................ 32 INFO S ..............................33 CREEN MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY ........................34 ........................34 EPLACING THE ROJECTION Light Hours Reset ............................37 ..........................38 LEANING THE ROJECTOR Cleaning the Lens ............................38 Cleaning the Case ............................
ETTING TARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: DLP PROJECTOR DLP PROJECTOR ( DH858N / DH856e / DU857 ) (DW855 / DX853 ) EMOTE CONTROL CABLE OWER CORD AAA B ATTERIES USB W IRELESS DONGLE AFETY UICK...
Views of Projector Parts Front-right View DH858N / DH856e / DU857 DW855 / DX853 ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control. Lens Projection Lens. See Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) Function keys buttons and LEDs. Focus ring Focuses the projected image.
Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs 5 6 7 8 9 ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE POWER LED Display the power on/off sequence status TEMP LED Display the thermal status LAMP LED Display the light status Turns the projector On or Off. (Power button) ◄...
Rear view ! Warning: As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to the projector and connecting devices before making connections. DH858N DU857 / DH856e / DW855 / DX853 9 10 11 12 13 ABEL ESCRIPTION PAGE AC IN Connect the POWER cable Connect a LAN cable from Ethernet HDMI 1 Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device...
Remote Control Parts ! Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluorescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path between the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
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ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE IR Transmitter Transmits signals to projector. Laser Pointer Use as on-screen pointer. DO NOT POINT IN EYES. Press twice for projector off Computer Connected the VGA input sources Video/S-Video HDBaseT Network Select to Network OSD for display Navigates and changes settings in the OSD EXIT Exits the OSD menu...
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure. Remote Control Operating Range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector.
ETUP AND PERATION Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the battery with the positive side facing up. Replace the cover. ! Caution: 1. Only use AAA batteries (Alkaline batteries are recommended). 2.
Starting and Shutting down the Projector Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. POWER LED on the projector light. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the POWER LED not a flashing. Then press the POWER button to turn on the projector.
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When the “Power Off? /Press Power again” message appears, press the POWER button. The projector turns off. Caution: Do not unplug the power cord until the POWER LED stops flashing–indicating the projector has cooled down. – 11 –...
Adjusting the Projector Level Take note of the following when setting up the projector: The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. Ensure the cables are in a safe location. You could trip over them. To adjust the angle of the picture, turn the tilt-adjuster right or left until the desired angle has been achieved.
Adjusting the Focus and Keystone Use the Image-zoom DH858N / DH856e / DU857 DW855 / DX853 control (on the projector only) to resize the projected image and screen size Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image Use the KEYSTONE buttons on the remote...
Adjusting the Volume Press the Volume buttons on the remote control. The volume control appears on the display. Press the MUTE button to turn off the volume. (This feature is available only on the remote). — 14 —...
(OSD) M CREEN ISPLAY ETTINGS OSD Menu Controls The On-Screen Display (OSD) lets you make image adjustments, change various settings and check the projector’s current status. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control or the control buttons on the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD.
Setting the OSD Language Set the OSD language to your preference before continuing. 1. Press the MENU button. Press the cursor ◄► button to navigate to SETTINGS. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move to the Language menu. 2. Press to enter the Language sub menu.
INPUT Menu Auto Source On/Off HDMI Color Space: Auto, RGB, HDMI HDMI Range: Auto, Full, Limited Instant Motion: On/Off Analog H Position V Position Phase Clock Auto Sync: On/Off 3D: Off, DLP-Link, IR 3D Sync Invert: On/Off 3D Format: Frame Sequential, Top/Bottom, Side by Side, Frame Packing Signal Power...
Analog and use ▼/▲ to scroll through submenus Press ● H Position:Use ◄/► to adjust the display position in horizontal direction. ● V Position:Use ◄/► to adjust the display position in vertical direction. ● Phase:Use ◄/► to adjust the frequency to reduce analog RGB image distortion. ●...
PICTURE Menu Picture Mode Presentation Bright Movie Game sRGB DICOM User (Presentation) Brightness 0~100 Contrast 0~100 Color Manager Color: R / G / B / C / M / Y / W Hue: 0~100 Saturation: 0~100 Gain: 0~100 Advanced Brilliant Color: 0~10 Sharpness: 0~31 Gamma: 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4, B&W, Linear...
Brightness and use ◄/► to increase or decrease the brightness level of the image. Press Contrast and use ◄/► to adjust the contrast level of the image.. Press Color Manager and use ▼/▲ to scroll through submenus Press ● Color:to select and adjust the color(Red,Green,Blue,Cyan,Magenta,Yellow,White). ●...
H Image Shift Use ◄/► to Shift the image Horizontally (left / right) The maximum horizontal shift range can be up to 50% V Image Shift Use ◄/► to Shift the image Vertically (up / down) The maximum vertical shift range can be up to 50% Projection Use ◄/►...
CONTROL Menu Direct Power On On/Off Light Source Light Mode: Normal, ECO, Dynamic ECO Light Hours Reset High Altitude Normal / High IR Control Front+Rear IR On/Front IR On/ Rear IR On Remote ID Default(0)/ 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6/ 7 Network Network State: Connect, Disconnect...
Remote ID Display current projector ID and remote control ID number. To set a unique ID for the projector and control independently. Network Use this function to configure the network settings, so that you can control the projector via the network.
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Wired LAN Terminal functionalites Remote control and monitoring of a projector from a PC (or Laptop) via wired LAN is also possible. Compatibility with Crestron / AMX (Device Discovery) / Extron control boxes enables not only collective projector management on a network but also management from a control panel on a PC (or Laptop) browser screen.
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2. On the PC (Laptop), select Start → Control Panel →Network and Internet. 3. Right-click on Local Area Connection, and select Properties. 4. In the Properties window, select the Networking tab, and select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 5. Click Properties. 6. Click Use the following IP address and fill in the IP address and Subnet mask, then click OK. 7.
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11. In the Address bar, input the IP address: 10.10.10.10. 12. Press (Enter) / ►. The projector is setup for remote management. The LAN/RJ45 function displays as follows. CATEGORY ITEM INPUT-LENGTH Crestron Control IP Address IP ID Port Projector Name Projector Location Assigned To...
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Preparing Email Alerts 1. Make sure that user can access the homepage of LAN RJ45 function by web browser (for ex- ample, Microsoft Internet Explorer v6.01/v8.0). 2. From the Homepage of LAN/RJ45, click Alert Mail Settings. 3. By default, these input boxes in Alert Mail Settings are blank. 4.
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RS232 by Telnet Function Besides projector connected to RS232 interface with “Hyper-Terminal” communication by dedicated RS232 command control, there is alternative RS232 command control way, so called “RS232 by TELNET” for LAN/RJ45 interface. Quick Start-Guide for “RS232 by TELNET” Check and get the IP-Address on OSD of the projector. Make sure that laptop/PC can access the web-page of the projector.
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Select “Turn Windows features on or off” to open Have “Telnet Client” option checked, then press “OK” button. Specsheet for “RS232 by TELNET” : 1. Telnet: TCP 2. Telnet port: 23 (for more detail, kindly please get contact with the service agent or team) 3.
SETTINGS Menu Stanby Power: Normal / ECO / On By No Signal Power Off (min): 0~180 Sleep Timer (min): 0~600 Audio Volume: 0~10 Blank Screen Black, Red, Green, Blue, White Color Mic: Off/On Menu Logo: On/Off Message: On/Off Menu Position: Center, Up, Down, Left, Right Menu Timer: Off / 20sec.
Menu and use ▼/▲ to scroll through submenus Press ● Logo: use ◄/► to switch ON/OFF ● Message: use ◄/► to switch ON/OFF ● Menu Position: use ◄/► to select the menu position (Center,Up,Down,Left,Right) ● Menu Timer: use ◄/► to switch time : Off / 20sec. / 40sec. / 60sec. to pop off Menu. ●...
AINTENANCE AND ECURITY Replacing the Projection Lamp The projection lamp should be replaced when it burns out. It should only be replaced with a certified replacement part, which you can order from your local dealer. ! Important: a. The projection lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury. b.
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Remove the lamp compartment cover. Disconnect the lamp connector Remove the two screws from the lamp module. Lift the module handle up. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module. – 35 –...
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Reverse steps 1 to 6 to install the new lamp module. While installing, align the lamp module and ensure it is level to avoid damage. Note: The lamp module must sit securely in place before tightening the screws. The lamp connector must be connected properly and place as drawing before Lamp compartment cover...
Light Hours Reset After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the CONTROL menu. Press the cursor ▼▲...
Cleaning the Projector Cleaning the projector to remove dust and grime will help ensure trouble-free operation. ! Warning: 1. Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector about one hour before cleaning. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn. 2.
Using the Kensington Lock Using the Kensington Lock If you are concerned about security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington slot and a security cable. Note: Contact your vendor for details on purchasing a suitable Kensington security cable. The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s MicroSaver Security System.
ROUBLESHOOTING Common problems and solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose connection.
LED Error Messages OWER IGHT RROR ESSAGES REEN RANGE System Initial(MCU detects scaler no ack) 2 blinks Ready to Power on (Standby) System Power on Flashing Light Lit , System stable Cooling Flashing Thermal Break Sensor error 4 blinks Light Fail 5 blinks Light Voltage 5 blinks...
Problem: The image is wider at the top or bottom (trapezoid effect) 1. Position the projector so it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. 2. Use the Keystone button on the remote control to correct the problem. Problem: The image is reversed Check the Projection setting on the ALIGNMENT menu of the OSD.
Audio Problems Problem: There is no sound 1. Adjust the volume on the remote control. 2. Adjust the volume of the audio source. 3. Check the audio cable connection. 4. Test the source audio output with other speakers. 5. Have the projector serviced. Problem: The sound is distorted 1.
HDMI Q & A Q. What is the difference between a “Standard” HDMI cable and a “High-Speed” HDMI cable? Recently, HDMI Licensing, LLC announced that cables would be tested as Standard or High- Speed cables. • Standard (or “category 1”) HDMI cables have been tested to perform at speeds of 75Mhz or up to 2.25Gbps, which is the equivalent of a 720p/1080i signal.
EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
PPENDIX RS-232 Communication Communication parameter setup You can use the serial control command to input commands for projector control or retrieve its operational data through Windows client terminal software ItemItem Parameter: Bit per Second 9600 bps Data Bit 8-bit Parity None Stop Bit Flow Control...
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Function Operation Set Get Inc Dec EXE Values Auto Source auto.src 0 = Off 1 = On HDMI Color Space color.space 0 : Auto 1 : RGB 2 : YUV HDMI Range hdmi.range 0 : Auto 1 : Full 2 : Limited Instant Motion instant.motion 0 : Off...
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Function Operation Set Get Inc Dec EXE Values HSG/Cyan/Hue hsg.c. hue 0 ~ 100 HSG/Magenta/Hue hsg.m. hue 0 ~ 100 HSG/Yellow/Hue hsg.y. hue 0 ~ 100 HSG/White/Red Gain hsg.wr.gain 0 ~ 100 HSG/White/Green Gain hsg.wg.gain 0 ~ 100 HSG/White/Blue Gain hsg.wb.gain 0 ~ 100 Brilliant Color...
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Function Operation Set Get Inc Dec EXE Values Light Mode light.mode 0 : Normal (100%) 1 : ECO (80%) 2 : Dynamic ECO Fan Speed fanspeed 0 = Normal 1 = High IR Control ir.control 0 : Both IR On 1 : Front IR On 2 : Rear IR On Remote ID...
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Function Operation Set Get Inc Dec EXE Values Security Lock security.lock 1 : Up 2 : Down 3 : Left 4 : Right Security Unlock security.unlock 1 : Up 2 : Down 3 : Left 4 : Right Language lang 0 = English 1 = French 2 = German...
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Function Operation Set Get Inc Dec EXE Values Power On power.on Power Off power.off Projector Status status 0 : Reset 1 : Standby 2 : Active 3 : cooling 4: Warming 5: Power Up Mute mute 0 : Off 1 : On Freeze freeze 0 : Off...
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