Dukane ImagePro 9015 Instructions Manual

Dukane ImagePro 9015 Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS PROJECTOR ImagePro 9015...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Thank you for purchasing this projector. Before using it, read and follow all instructions carefully to take full advantage of the projector's capabilities. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 3 – Xenon gas is enclosed with high pressure inside the light- source lamp (lamp unit) of this projector. If you drop or impart a shock to the lamp, or discard it as is, there is the possibility of explosion, leading to personal injury.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Setting the Position Selecting Screw for Ceiling Mounting ... 18 Connecting to Various Devices ... 19 Signals that Can Be Input to the Projector ... 19 Connecting to Video Devices ... 20 Connecting to Hi-Vision Devices ... 20 Connecting to Other Devices ... 21 Connecting to Devices which Control the Projector ...
  • Page 5: Accessories

    Accessories The following accessories are included with this projector. Check for them; if any item is missing, please contact your dealer. Remote control unit (RM-M10G) Personal computer connection cable [approx. 2 m (6.56 ft)] (D-sub, 3-row 15 pin) Conversion adapter for Mac...
  • Page 6: Controls And Features

    How to use the carrying handle CAUTIONS • When carrying the projector, do not give a shock to it. Be careful to keep its balance. • Do not carry it while the light source lamp is on or the cooling fan is operating.
  • Page 7: Left-Hand Side

    Adjustable foot (for horizontal angle adjustment) It is set at the shortest position when shipped from the factory. Turn the foot to make the projector level. Adjustment can be made in the range of + 1.5 and – 1.5 from the horizontal position.
  • Page 8: Bottom Surface

    Air is taken in through this area to cool the light-source lamp. If this area is blocked or if something that obstructs taking in or exhausting air is placed around the projector, heat may build up inside and could cause a fire. For details, refer to “Precautions for Installation”...
  • Page 9: Control Panel

    Blinking : When in cool-down mode. Memo About the cool-down mode: This projector has a function to cool down the heated lamp for a fixed period of time after projection is finished. This feature is referred to as the cool-down mode.
  • Page 10 QUICK ALIGN. VIDEO button Use this button to select a device such as a video deck connected to the AV IN terminal of the projector. Each time you press the button, the device selected changes as follows: VIDEO COMPUTER button Use this button to select a device connected to the COMPUTER -1 or -2 terminals.
  • Page 11: Connector Panel

    The input audio signal is reproduced by the speakers of the projector. The signal is also output from the AUDIO OUT terminal of the projector. * When the input signal is stereo signal, connection should be made to both L and R.
  • Page 12 COMPUTER IN (computer input) -2 terminal. * When input to COMPUTER -2 is selected, the audio signal input is reproduced by the projector’s speakers. Also, signals can be output from the AUDIO OUT (audio output) terminal.
  • Page 13: Remote Control Unit

    COMPUTER 1 VIDEO button Use this button to select the devices such as a video connected to the projector’s AV IN (AV input) terminal. Each time you press the button, the selection changes as follows: VIDEO ZOOM (T/W) button Use these buttons to increase or decrease the screen size.
  • Page 14: Installing Batteries

    Controls and Features (cont.) Installing Batteries Install batteries in the remote control. If the remote control has started to work erratically, replace the batteries. Open the back cover. While pushing on the back cover, slide it in the direction of the arrow. Install the batteries.
  • Page 15: Installing The Projector

    Avoid using the projector placed on its side. This could cause a malfunction. • Use the projector within the installed angle. Avoid using the projector inclined 30 or more right-to-left or left-to-right. This could cause color variation or harm the lamp life.
  • Page 16: Projection Distance And Screen Size

    CAUTIONS and NOTES • Install the screen so the lower edge of the projected picture aligns with the extended center line of the projector’s lens. That way, the lower edge of the picture projected on a 4 : 3 aspect ratio screen aligns with the extended center line of the lens.
  • Page 17: Relationship Between Projection Distances And Projection Screen Sizes

    Installing the Projector (Cont.) Relationship between Projection Distances and Projection Screen Sizes For 4 : 3 aspect ratio screens Projection distance Minimum projection screen size (Tele end) 8.2 ft (2.5 m) 42” 9.84 ft (3.0 m) 51” 13.12 ft (4.0 m) 68”...
  • Page 18: Effective Range And Distance Of The Remote Control Unit

    • Depending on the type of the screen used, the effective distance of the remote control may be reduced. Setting the position selecting screw for Ceiling Mounting When using the projector in an upside-down, ceiling-mounted position (inverted top-to-bottom and right-to-left), the “position selecting screw for ceiling mounting” must be turned to switch to ceiling mounting.
  • Page 19: Connecting To Various Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices * Before connection, be sure to turn off the projector and connected devices. * Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Signals that Can Be Input to the Projector The following signals can be input to the projector:...
  • Page 20: Connecting To Video Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Video Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and video device. • Read the manual which comes with each video device thoroughly. • Use the supplied AV connection cable. An AV connection cable with an S video terminal is not supplied.
  • Page 21: Connecting To Other Devices

    • Read the manual thoroughly which comes with each device to be connected. • By connecting a computer to the RS-232C terminal, you can control the projector. Also, you can make an infrared remote sensor extension unit and connect it to the REMOTE terminal of the projector.
  • Page 22: Connecting To Computer Devices

    Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Computer Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer devices. • Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Connection to an IBM PC or IBM-compatible computer •...
  • Page 23 Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Computer Devices (Cont.) Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer devices. • Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Connection to Macintosh • Use the supplied Personal computer connection cable and the supplied conversion adapter for Mac.
  • Page 24: Connecting The Power Cord (Supplied)

    Connecting to Various Devices (Cont.) Connecting the Power Cord (Supplied) After all devices have finished being connected, connect the projector’s power cord. At this time, do not turn on the MAIN POWER switch yet. Power cord (supplied) CAUTION To prevent fire and electric shock, observe the following: •...
  • Page 25: When Turning On The Devices Connected To The Projector

    After the fans have stopped, turn off the MAIN POWER switch and pull out the power cord. After that, re-insert the power cord and try to operate the projector. If it goes into emergency again, after the fans have stopped, turn off the main power switch,...
  • Page 26: Basic Operations

    Turning off the Power 1 Press the OPERATE button. (Or press the remote control’s OPERATE button for one second or more.) Example of the projector’s button (ON) OPERATE • The STAND BY indicator changes to blinking, and the projector goes into cool-down mode.
  • Page 27: Select The Video Input To Be Projected

    • To select the proper audio input for video input The video input terminal (AV IN input terminal) can be switched with the VIDEO button. However, since this projector has only a single audio input terminal, reconnect audio input in accordance with the AV device to be used.
  • Page 28: Remote Control Unit

    Basic Operations (Cont.) Remote control unit OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS FOCUS (+/–) buttons MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK VOL. (+/–) buttons PRESET QUICK ALIGN. MUTING 4. Adjust focus Adjust focus with the remote control’s FOCUS (+/–) buttons. To focus on farther points: Press the FOCUS (+) button.
  • Page 29: For Operating Other Functions

    The quick alignment function is used to automatically adjust (set) the screen settings of “TRACKING, PHASE, H. POS. and V. POS.” of computer system input video. • Use either the remote control’s or projector’s button. When using the remote control unit: Press the QUICK ALIGN. button.
  • Page 30: To Display The Main Menu

    MENU/ENTER Note • To change the menu language displayed English is set when the projector is shipped from the factory. The language displayed can be selected from the following six languages: (Japanese), ENGLISH, DEUTSCH (German), ESPAÑOL (Spanish), ITALIANO (Italian), and FRANÇAIS (French). However, some words such as “QUICK ALIGNMENT“...
  • Page 31: Operating The Setting Menu

    Notes • This adjustment menu (setting menu) can be displayed with only the projector’s button. After displaying the setting menu, you can select or set (adjust) items with cursor buttons on the remote control unit. • If settings and connections are changed, adjust and set those items again.
  • Page 32: Operating The Main Menu

    16 : 9 can be selected. : Sets the length of sleep time. A set sleep time after input signal is depleted, the projector goes into a stand-by state. Sleep time can be selected from 10 minutes, 20 minutes, 30 minutes, and 60 minutes.
  • Page 33: Configuration Of The Main Menu (Computer-Related Input)

    When projecting high-vision image, a ratio of 16 : 9 can be selected. SLEEP TIME : Sets the length of sleep time. A set sleep time after input signal is depleted, the projector goes into a stand-by state. Sleep time can be selected from 10 minutes, 20 minutes, 30 minutes, and 60 minutes.
  • Page 34: Operating The Main Menu (Basic Operation Of The Main Menu)

    L A N G U A G E E N G L I S H Decoder (color system) Language For projector’s menus, the setting menu and the main menu are available. Here, we explain about the operation of the main menu. (see pages 34 to 47) For the setting menu, refer to “Making Basic Settings”...
  • Page 35: Changing The Color System

    When video signals from AV devices are input, the item for the color system can be set. AUTO is set for the color system when the projector is shipped from the factory. Normally, use it in AUTO. If operation in AUTO is unstable such as with color not being shown, set to a dedicated color system in accordance with the color system of the signal being input.
  • Page 36: Changing The Language Display

    ... Italian ... French Memo About language display English is selected when the projector is shipped from the factory. The languages in the menu display are the following six : ENGLISH, DEUTSCH (German), ESPAÑOL (Spanish), and FRANÇAIS (French). However, some text such as “QUICK ALIGNMENT” is displayed only in English.
  • Page 37: Adjusting The Pixel Clock

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting the Pixel Clock Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Main menu C O M P U T E R 1 S X G A 2 P I X E L C L O C K P O S I T I O N...
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Screen Position

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting the Screen Position Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Main menu V I D E O N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) P I X E L C L O C K P O S I T I O N P I C T U R E...
  • Page 39: Adjusting Picture Quality

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Picture Quality Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Main menu V I D E O N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) P I X E L C L O C K P O S I T I O N P I C T U R E...
  • Page 40: Submenu Items

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Picture Quality (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Submenu items [PICTURE menu] P I C T U R E ( N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) ) B R I G H T N E S S C O N T R A S T...
  • Page 41 Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Picture Quality (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Submenu items [PICTURE menu] P I C T U R E ( S X G A 2 ) B R I G H T N E S S C O N T R A S T...
  • Page 42: Adjusting Sound Quality

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Adjusting Sound Quality Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Main menu V I D E O N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) P I X E L C L O C K P O S I T I O N P I C T U R E...
  • Page 43: Setting And Adjusting Other Functions (Options)

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Setting and Adjusting Other Functions (OPTIONS) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Main menu V I D E O N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) P I X E L C L O C K P O S I T I O N...
  • Page 44 Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Setting and Adjusting Other Functions (OPTIONS) (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Submenu items [OPTIONS menu] O P T I O N S M E N U A U T O O F F L I N E D I S P L A Y R I G H T L E F T R E V .
  • Page 45 • When you view a conventional (normal) 4 :3 video picture, which is not wide video picture, on the projector’s screen the aspect change function, the upper and lower parts of the video picture become partially invisible. View such an original video picture in 4 :3 mode, respecting the producer’s intention.
  • Page 46: Changing (Setting) The Source

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Changing (Setting) the Source Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Main menu V I D E O A U T O ( N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) ) P I X E L C L O C K P O S I T I O N P I C T U R E...
  • Page 47: Submenu Item

    Operating the Main Menu (Cont.) Changing (Setting) the Source (Cont.) Remote control unit MENU/ENTER button OPERATE COMPUTER VIDEO VOL. ZOOM FOCUS MENU/ENTER PAGE BACK PRESET Cursor buttons QUICK ALIGN. MUTING PAGE BACK button Submenu item (SOURCE menu) S O U R C E ( A U T O ) S V G A 1 A U T O...
  • Page 48: Replacing The Light-Source Lamp

    CAUTIONS and NOTES • If the projector is set up in a tight place which is unsuitable for work, and if you perform replacement work there, this could hurt you. Move the projector to a place wide enough for work, and then replace the lamp.
  • Page 49 • Install the lamp unit and close the lamp-replacement opening cover correctly; otherwise, a safety switch is activated to prevent the projector from operating. • If the claw on the lamp-replacement opening cover is damaged, the projector may not possibly operate. Then, replace with a new lamp-replacement opening cover.
  • Page 50: Resetting The Lamp Use Time

    Resetting the Lamp Use Time After replacing with a new light-source lamp, reset the counter inside the projector. This works to reset the life calculation of the light-source lamp, allowing the used time of the new light-source lamp to be accumulated.
  • Page 51: Cleaning And Replacing The Filter

    Dukane Service center. Turn off the MAIN POWER switch. After the projector goes into stand-by state with the STAND BY indicator on, turn off the main power switch and pull out the power cord from the projector and the wall outlet.
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solutions to common problems related to your projector are described here. If none of the solutions presented here solves the problem, unplug the projector and consult a Dukane-authorized dealer or service center. Symptom Power is not supplied. • Is the power cord disconnected? •...
  • Page 53: Maintenance

    • Is the distance too long? * This projector is equipped with a microcomputer that may operate abnormally due to interference from external components. If this happens, turn off the main power and disconnect the power cord from the wall AC outlet. Then reconnect the power cord to AC outlet and turn on the main power again.
  • Page 54: Specifications

    Specifications Optical mechanism system • Projection method 3D-ILA device, 1 lens, 3 primary color optical shutter method • D-ILA device 0.9" measured diagonally (1365 1024 pixels) • Projecting lens Electric-driven zoom of 1.5 • Screen size 42" to 300" [recommended] to 521" [maximum] measured diagonally (*with aspect ratio : 4 : 3) •...
  • Page 55 0 to 0.5Vrms (variable output) [CONTROL] • RS-232C : 1-line, D-sub 9-pin * RS-232C-interface specified control terminal for controlling this projector with a personal computer. • REMOTE : 1-line, mini-jack * Remote terminal for connecting an infrared remote sensor extension unit, etc.
  • Page 56: Outside Dimensions

    Specifications (Cont.) Outside dimensions (425)* ALIGN QUICK SETTING COMPUTER VIDEO EMERGENCY TEMP LAMP STAND ( 104) (133)* Front (425)* (168) (205)* DTV-format signals * The following are DTV-format signals that can be input. DTV-Formats Signal Standard ITU-R BT. 601-4 SMPTE 293M Scanning Line / Frame Effective Samples x Scanning Lines...
  • Page 57: Pin Assignment (Specifications For Terminals)

    Specifications (Cont.) Pin assignment (Specifications for terminals) Y/C terminal RS-232C terminal COMPUTER IN-1 (PC) / COMPUTER OUT Terminal Pin number Signal name GND (Y) GND (C) Pin number Signal name Pin number Pin number Signal name Pin number Green Blue GND (Red) GND (Green) GND (Blue)

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