Projector 8913-W User's Manual (concise) Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, be sure to read all manuals for this product. See “Using the CD manual” (15) to read the manuals in the CD. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference. Contents ...
Preparations Fastening the lens cover To avoid losing the lens cover, please fasten the lens cover to the projector using the enclosed strap. Fix the strap to the strap hole of the lens cover. Thread one end of the strap through the strap hole of the lens cover and make the loop at the end, and let the other end of the strap through the loop.
Arrangement Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine screen size and projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 1024×768 a Screen size (diagonal) b Projection distance (±10%) c1 , c2 Screen height (±10%) On a horizontal surface Suspended from the ceiling •...
Connecting your devices Be sure to read the manuals for devices before connecting them to the projector. Make sure that all the devices are suitable to be connected with this product, and prepare the cables required to connect. Please refer to the following illustrations to connect them.
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Connecting your devices (continued) To use MIU (Multi Information processing Unit) function, please connect at least one of the devices drawn in the following illustration to the projector. USB storage SD card WARNING ►Do not disassemble or modify the projector and accessories. ►Be careful not to damage the cables, and do not use damaged cables.
Connecting your devices (continued) Using a USB storage In order to view images stored in a USB storage, such as a USB memory, insert the device into the USB STORAGE slot. Before removing the USB storage, be sure to perform the REMOVE MEDIA procedure using the PC-LESS PRESENTATION menu under the MIU menu.
Connecting power supply Put the connector of the power cord into the AC inlet of the projector. Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the outlet. AC inlet Power cord WARNING ►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock.
Adjusting the projector's elevator When the place to put the projector is slightly uneven to the left or right, use the elevator feet to place the projector 10° horizontally. Using the feet can also tilt the projector in order to project at a suitable angle to the screen, elevating the front side of the projector within 10 degrees.
Displaying the picture Activate your signal source. Turn the signal source on, and make it send the signal to COMPUTER VIDEO SEARCH the projector. ASPECT AUTO BLANK VOLUME button MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME To adjust volume, use the ▲/▼ cursor PAGE DOWN MUTE buttons after pressing the VOLUME button...
Turning off the power Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector STANDBY/ON button POWER indicator or the remote control. The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. Press the STANDBY/ON button again while the message appears. The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in orange.
Replacing the lamp A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended.
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HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE WARNING ►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them.
Cleaning and replacing the air filter Please check and clean the air filter periodically. When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with it as soon as possible. Replace the air filter when it is damaged or too soiled. To prepare a new air filter, contact to your dealer and tell the air filter type number.
Replacing the internal clock battery Consumption of the battery makes the internal clock not to work correctly. When the internal clock is wrong or it has stopped, please replace the battery according to the following procedures. SD card slot cover Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord.
Using the CD manual The other manuals for this product are written into the included CD-ROM titled “User’s Manual (detailed)”. Before using the CD-ROM, please read the following to ensure the proper use. System requirements The system for using the CD-ROM requires the following. Windows®: OS:Microsoft®...
Regulatory notices Declaration of Conformity Trade name HITACHI Model Number CP-X417 Responsible Party Hitachi America, Ltd. Address 900 Hitachi way, Chula Vista, A 91914-3556 U.S.A. Telephone Number +1 -800-225-1741 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This 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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Regulatory notices (continued) For using with a wireless LAN FCC Important note To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Warranty and after-service If an abnormal operation (such as smoke, strange odor or excessive sound) should occur, stop using the projector immediately. Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector, first refer to the “Troubleshooting” of the “Operating Guide” in the CD and run through the suggested checks.