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Digital Projector PX 5 User’s Manual IMPORTANT * DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) are registered trademarks of Texas Instru- ments Incorporated (U.S.A.). * VGA and XGA are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation (U.S.A.). * S-VGA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association.
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. U.S. Responsible Party: 3M Austin Center Address: Building A145-5N-01 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 Tel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your 3M™ Digital Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into the unit. If something should fall into the unit, immediately disconnect the power cable from the unit and have the object removed by a qualified 3M™ service person. • Do not place any liquids on top of the unit.
Major Features Evolution of the Best Seller Mobile Projector The ease of use of this take anywhere, anytime, mobile projector has been improved and despite its small size and light weight, it produces a high brightness of 1300 lm and a high contrast ratio of 2000:1. The newly developed Iris Lens Cover and Auto Keystone permit speedy setup and projection, and after the presentation is finished, just switch off the power of the projector and the Quick Off function allows it to soon be moved to another location.
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................... E-2 Major Features ........................E-4 Table of Contents ........................E-5 Checking the Supplied Accessories ..................E-7 Names of the Main Unit Parts ....................E-8 Names of the Remote Control Parts ................... E-10 Preparing the Remote Control .................... E-11 Button Battery Replacement ..................
Table of Contents View ............................E-45 Aspect ........................E-45 Filter .......................... E-45 Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip ..................E-46 Keystone ........................E-46 Auto Keystone ......................E-46 Setup ............................. E-47 Auto Source ....................... E-47 Auto Power Off ......................E-47 Menu Position ......................E-48 Lamp Mode .......................
Checking the Supplied Accessories Remove the main unit and the accessories from the box and check that the following items are included. Wireless remote control unit Carrying case (for projector and accessories) [1] (includes one button battery) [1] This is a case designed for storing the projector and its acces- This controls the projector.
Names of the Main Unit Parts Speaker Zoom ring [E-22] Ventilation slots Exhaust vents Built-in security slot (See description below.) Remote control sensor [E-11] Focus ring [E-23] Lens Adjuster button [E-23] Lens cover (Also on opposite side) Lamp cover [E-58] Rear adjuster [E-23] Ventilation slots Front adjusters [E-23]...
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Names of the Main Unit Parts STANDBY indicator [E-19, 54] Buttons used in menu and quick menu operations [E-32, 33] STATUS indicator [E-19, 54] STATUS STANDBY Keystone Manual Adjustment button [E-27] STANDBY button [E-19] SELECT ( ) buttons MENU button [E-33] AUTO button [E-24] MENU ENTER button [E-20]...
Names of the Remote Control Parts Infrared transmitter [E-11] STANDBY button [E-19, 21] This button is used to switch ON the power and set the unit to the Buttons used for menu operations STANDBY mode. [E-33] buttons are the select ( , ) buttons.
Preparing the Remote Control Button Battery Replacement Using the remote control for the first time The battery compartment is fitted with a transportation insulation sheet at the time of shipping. Pull out the sheet and remove it. The remote control is now ready for use. Replacement Method (A) With the knob pressed to Remove the old battery and in-...
The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen Perform setup adjustments in the following order. Position the projector Determine the locations to set up the screen and the projector. See “Placement Guide” on Page E-13. Connect the video equipment and personal computer Connect your equipment to the projector.
Placement Guide • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required. • The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.20 m (3.9 feet) to 14.17 m (46.50 feet). The projector should be placed within this range.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connecting this unit with a personal computer permits presentation data to be projected as a large screen display at conferences, lectures, and on other occasions. Furthermore, connecting this unit to a DVD player or other video equip- ment source in combination with an audio/video amplifier and speaker system will allow you to enjoy convincing home theater.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment To Output the External Output Signal of a Notebook Computer When projection will be with a notebook computer connected, knowledge will be required for the cable connection and notebook computer startup procedure as well as the operation that follows notebook startup. Please consult the instruction manual of your notebook computer or the on-line help while performing the following procedure.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Composite Signals Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors • Connect to the projector’s VIDEO connector using a commercially available video cable. Please attach the supplied ferrite core to the video cable as described below. •...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Component Signals When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector • The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Compo- nent”...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with the AUDIO Jack * Connect to the projector’s AUDIO jack using a commercially available audio cable. If the other device has an RCA phono type audio jack, connect via a commercially available audio converter cable. Please attach the supplied ferrite core to the audio cable as described below.
• When the power plug will be unplugged from the power outlet, please place the projector near the power outlet so that it may be reached easily. • Press the STANDBY button after the STANDBY indicator is lit in amber. • The included power cable is exclusively for use with the PX5. Never use it with other products. E-19...
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Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off When [Menu Language Select] is Displayed Upon Switching On the Power The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Lan- guage Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described be- low and select the display language of the projector.
Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off Finishing Switch off the power of the connected equip- ment Switch off the power of the projector Press the STANDBY button. STANDBY MENU ENTER STATUS STANDBY VIDEO CANCEL QUICK (button on main unit) FREEZE MUTE AUTO...
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Switch on the power of the connected equipment and make the adjustments with the video signal being input to the projector. Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the zoom ring to adjust the screen size of the projection image. Adjust the image to match the desired screen size.
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the focus ring and adjust the focus of the screen Focus ring Making Adjustments with the Adjusters Raising the projection image While viewing the projection image, (1) press and hold the front adjuster buttons located at the left and right and, (2) raise the projector to align the image with the screen, ( 1 ) then release your fingers.
General Operation This section describes the use of direct operation with the main unit or remote control buttons. For information about operation using the menu, see “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 and the various items on Pages E-40 to E-53. Input Selection This operation selects the input signal to be projected.
General Operation Selection of Aspect Ratio This function selects horizontal and vertical picture proportions of the input signal. STANDBY MENU ENTER Press the ASPECT button while viewing the projected image and select the VIDEO CANCEL QUICK aspect ratio. Personal Computer Signal FREEZE MUTE AUTO...
General Operation Freezing a Moving Picture This function is used to stop and view a moving picture. Note that the input FREEZE MUTE AUTO image continues to advance even though the picture there is a still picture ASPECT condition. KSTN ZOOM TIMER A press of the FREEZE button changes the screen to a still picture.
General Operation Keystone Manual Adjustment Use this to adjust for trapezoidal (keystone) distortion of the pro- jected image. The projector has both an automatic and a manual key- stone adjustment function. The manual adjustment will be described here. Adjustment Method (1) Press the ( ) buttons of the projector, or the ( ) KSTN but-...
General Operation Enlargement of the Image and Video Movement This function digitally enlarges the personal computer image and video image. STANDBY MENU ENTER (1) Press the ZOOM button to enlarge the image. VIDEO CANCEL QUICK The zoom display appears when the ZOOM button is pressed. FREEZE MUTE AUTO...
General Operation Using the Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. STANDBY MENU The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at ENTER a glance. VIDEO CANCEL QUICK CANCEL button (1) Press the TIMER button to show the settings display. The display will close when an operation has not been made FREEZE AUTO...
General Operation Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to protect the projector from unauthorized use. Registering the password The password is registered using the menus. For instructions on operating the menus, see “Menu Operation Method” on E-33. (1) Select “Security Lock”...
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General Operation If the password input display appears when the power is turned on When a password has been registered, the “Password” input window appears on the projected image when the power is turned on. The projector continues projecting this image until the correct password is input. At this time, only the STANDBY button (power off) works.
General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the con- nected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. Remote control operation (1) A press of the QUICK MENU button brings up the quick adjustment STANDBY...
Menu Operation Method • This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this item should you need information while performing menu operations. • For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descrip- tions.
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Menu Operation Method Menu Screen Names and Functions Menu Name Cursor (Deep Blue) This is the title of the menu. This permits setting/adjustment of the There is a change to the title screen item located at the cursor position. when the menu is selected. The cursor moves to the selected menu name.
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Menu Operation Method Performing Menu Operations • Only “Setup”, “Options” and “Info.” can be selected when no signal is being input. • The menu display will close if, after pressing a button, the next button operation is not made within 30 seconds. •...
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Menu Operation Method Displaying the Cursor Press the SELECT button to display the item name selection cursor. STANDBY MENU ENTER CANCEL QUICK VIDEO FREEZE MUTE AUTO This condition al- lows selection of the ASPECT item name. KSTN ZOOM TIMER Selection of the Item Name Press the SELECT ( ) button to align the cursor with the item name STANDBY...
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Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display STANDBY MENU ENTER VIDEO CANCEL QUICK FREEZE AUTO MUTE ASPECT KSTN ZOOM TIMER Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CANCEL but- ton and close the sub menu.
Menu Operation Method List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings The item names that can be adjusted/set will differ depending on the input signal. [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal RGB Selection] Sub Menu Menu name Item Name Reference...
Menu Operation Method Sub Menu Menu name Item Name Reference Item Name Page Setup E-47 Auto Source E-47 Auto Power Off E-48 Menu Position E-48 Lamp Mode Input Format E-49 E-49 Video E-49 S-Video E-49 Presentation Timer Volume E-49 Option E-50 Language On Screen...
Image • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “Image”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Image Fine Picture Adjust this when the picture shows a lack of color fidelity or flickering. Select the “Fine Picture” item name and adjust with the SELECT ( ) but- tons so that the lack of color fidelity or the flickering disappears. H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right.
Color • Do the following operation while displaying the image you want to adjust or set. • Select the menu name “Color”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Color Color Temp. The screen color is affected by the color of the illumination and other extraneous light. This function adjusts the white, which is the reference color for video equipment, and improves the quality of color reproduction. Adjustment can also be used to enhance skin colors. Select the item name “Color Temp.”...
Color White Balance This function automatically adjusts the black level and the white level of the analog RGB input signal to suit the personal computer. Select the item name [White Balance] and press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Input Black Signal]. The screen background color of the connected personal computer will be set to black.
View • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “View”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
View Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip In selecting the method of projecting to the screen, these functions are set when the projector is in a rear screen installation. Select the item name “Vertical Flip” or “Horizontal Flip” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons.
Setup • Select menu name “Setup”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See “List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings” on Page E-38. Auto Source The Auto Source function automatically detects the input signal when the power supply is switched on and when the input is switched.
Setup Menu Position This function sets the display position of the menu. Select item name “Menu Position” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons....Displays on the left side ..... Displays on the right side Lamp Mode Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms.
Setup Input Format This function is used in setting the input signals of the input connec- tors. Normally, this should be set to Auto. When identification is not possible with Auto, make the setting. Select the item name “Input Format”, press the ENTER button, and the sub menu will open.
Option • Select menu name “Option”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See “List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings” on Page E-38. Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen in the messages and menu displays.
Logo ... Displays the logo. Blank ..Does not display the logo. Note: When “Logo” is selected at the startup screen, the “3M” logo is displayed. Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to prevent unauthorized use of the projector.
Press the CANCEL button to return to the menu. Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet home page ad- dress of 3M™. Factory Default This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the in- put sources to the standard factory default values.
Info. Resolution / Frequency This function displays the resolution and frequency of the detected in- put signal. Lamp Timer This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an Eco mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Eco mode. Lamp Life Use only in Normal mode: approx.2000 hours Use only in Eco mode: approx.2500 hours...
When an Indicator is Lit or Flashing The indicators on the projector’s control panel light or flash to STATUS indicator notify of problems, as described below. An indicator is also used to notify you of the currently set power mode. See “Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off”...
Troubleshooting Check the following matters before requesting servicing. Reference Problem Check Page • Is the power cord plugged into a power outlet? Power does not turn on E-19 • Is the lamp cover properly mounted? E-59 • Is the projector’s temperature high? To protect the projector, the power can- E-54 not be turned on when the projector’s temperature is abnormally high.
Cleaning • Be certain to disconnect the power plug from the power outlet before cleaning. • Do not spray or otherwise expose the projector, lens, or screen to volatile substances such as insecticides. Do not leave rubber or vinyl products in contact with the projector for long periods. Doing so could cause them to undergo qualitative changes or the coatings may peel, etc.
• Contact a store that sells the for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a LKPX5 replacement lamp for the PX5. CAUTION • Replacement of the lamp cartridge is performed after switching off the power, waiting for the cooling fan to stop, disconnecting the power plug from the power outlet, and then leaving the projector for about 60 minutes before replacement is started.
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Replacing the Lamp Cartridge Preparations: Turning the projector upside-down on top of a soft cloth, etc., so that it does not get scratched makes it easier to replace the lamp cartridge. Turn the projector right-side up after replacing the lamp cartridge. Unplug the power cord.
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5 seconds will clear the lamp timer. Checking that the STATUS indicator is out will show that the lamp timer has been cleared. Contact a store that sells the for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a LKPX5 replacement lamp for the PX5. E-59...
Table of Supported Frequency The projector automatically identifies the signal input from the computer and selects the optimum resolution as shown on the table below. Manual adjustments may be required for some input signals. See “Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position” on page E-40, 41.