HP WT431AA#ABA User Manual
HP WT431AA#ABA User Manual

HP WT431AA#ABA User Manual

Notebook projection companion series

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  • Page 1 HP Notebook Projection Companion User Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. DLP and the DLP logo are trademarks of Texas Instruments. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Using the projector Identifying projector components ......................3 Top components ........................3 Front components ........................ 4 Left components ........................4 Back components ........................ 5 Right components ........................ 5 Bottom components ......................6 Connecting the projector to a computer ....................7 Turning on the projector ........................
  • Page 5: Using The Projector

    Using the projector The following items are included in the HP Notebook Projection Companion accessory kit: HP Notebook Projection Companion AC adapter Power cord* Video cable Tripod Carrying case User Guide disc Warranty *Power cords may vary in appearance by region and country.
  • Page 6 WARNING! Read and observe these precautions and all others in this manual to reduce the risk of injury and equipment damage. Do not look directly into the lens when the lamp is on. Do not expose the projector to rain or moisture, and do not use it near water. Keep paper, plastic, and combustible material at least 2 ft (0.5 m) away from the projector lens and exhaust vents.
  • Page 7: Identifying Projector Components

    Identifying projector components Top components Component Description Focus ring Move the ring to the left or right to adjust the focus of the projector. TEMP light When the light is on, indicates that temperature is over 47.5°C and that the projector will automatically shut down. NOTE: Excessive temperature may indicate that the vents are blocked.
  • Page 8: Front Components

    Component Description ENTER button Allows you to select a function in the on-screen display. MENU button Press to activate and navigate through the on-screen display. Front components Component Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. Lens Projects images onto the screen. Left components Component Description...
  • Page 9: Back Components

    Component Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. Video cable connector Connects the video cable. Back components Component Description Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the projector. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the projector from being mishandled or stolen.
  • Page 10: Bottom Components

    Bottom components Component Description Vents Enable airflow to cool internal components. Tripod connector Connects the tripod to the projector. Adjustable foot Allows you to adjust the height of the projector for optimum viewing. Chapter 1 Using the projector...
  • Page 11: Connecting The Projector To A Computer

    Connecting the projector to a computer NOTE: Turn on the projector before you turn on the computer. This allows the computer to automatically detect the projector and configure the video settings. Connect the video cable to the projector. Connect the other end of the video cable to the computer. Connect the AC adapter to the projector.
  • Page 12: Turning On The Projector

    Turning on the projector Press the POWER button on the projector. NOTE: Turn the projector on before turning on the computer, so that the computer will automatically detect the projector and configure the video settings. The STATUS light stays on while the projector is in use.
  • Page 13: Turning Off The Projector

    Turning off the projector CAUTION: Turn the projector off before disconnecting the AC adapter. Press the POWER button on the projector. To confirm that you want to turn off the projector, a message requests you to press the POWER button again. NOTE: If you do not want to turn off the projector, press the MENU button to clear the message.
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Projector Focus

    Adjusting the projector focus Move the projector backward or forward to increase or decrease the projected image size. The projector focuses at a distance up to 8.5 feet (2.6 m). It projects a screen-size image ranging from 15 to 60 inches (38 to 153 cm). When the image size is set, move the focus ring to the left or right to optimize the image for viewing.
  • Page 15: Using The On-Screen Display

    Using the on-screen display Use the 4-way button to navigate to a menu or menu items. Press up, down, left, or right to highlight your choices through the various menus. Then, press the ENTER button to select a menu item. When an item is selected, it changes to dark blue.
  • Page 16: Using The Tripod

    Using the tripod Attach the tripod to the tripod connector on the projector (1), and then turn the tripod clockwise until the projector is firmly connected. Turn the adjustable knob (2) to tilt the projector for optimal viewing. Chapter 1 Using the projector...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solving common problems Problem Possible cause Solution No image appears on the screen. A cable is disconnected. Be sure that all cables are properly connected. Check all connector pins to be sure they are not bent or broken. Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly projected The tracking, frequency, or resolution Press the 4-way button left to image.
  • Page 18 The TEMP light is on. The projector is overheated. (The Be sure that nothing is near or blocking projector automatically shuts down.) the vents of the projector, and that the vents are free of dust or other objects. After the projector cools completely, turn on the projector again.
  • Page 19: Getting More Information

    Getting more information ● For comprehensive information about your HP computer, as well as governmental agency and safety information about the use of your computer, access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help and Support. ● For product news and software updates, see the HP Web site: http://www.hp.com. Technical support If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this chapter, you may need to contact technical support.
  • Page 20: Appendix A Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions Height 9.3 cm (3.6 in.) Width 11.1 cm (4.4 in.) Diagonal 4.0 cm (1.6 in.) Weight .42 kg (.9 lb.) Contrast ratio 800:1 Brightness Up to 100 lumens Light source Red/green/blue LED module Resolution SVGA (858x600) Zoom focus Fixed zoom/manual focus Display technology 0.45-in.
  • Page 21: Appendix B Spare Parts

    Spare parts Description Part number Tripod 598359-001 Video cable 590763-001 Projector 590762-001 Carrying case 585976-001 AC adapter 463958-001 NOTE: The projector does not include a replaceable lamp. The projector uses light-emitting diode (LED) technology instead of a standard gas/filament bulb. LED technology provides a longer life solution than standard bulbs, so replacements are not necessary.
  • Page 22: Index

    Index adjustable foot 6 Picture menu 11 advanced settings 11 POWER button 3 power connector power cord 1 buttons power, turning off 9 4-way 3 power, turning on 8 ENTER 4 projector focus 10 MENU 4 POWER 3 security cable slot 5 Setup menu 11 Carrying case, spare part spare parts 17...

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