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.
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– 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.
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 ...
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...
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.
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.
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”...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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”...
• 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.
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:...
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.
• 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.
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 •...
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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.
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: •...
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,...
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.
• 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.
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.
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“...
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.
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.
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.
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”...
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.
... 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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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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 .
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• 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.
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...
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...
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.
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• 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.
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.
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.
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? •...
• 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.
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) •...
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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.
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...
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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