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Liquid Crystal Projector EDS3170AT/EDX3250AT/EDX3280AT USER'S MANUAL Vol.1 Basic Please read this user's manual thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding. BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG Teil 1 Grundlagen Bitte lessen Sie diese Benutzerhandbuch zugunsten der korrekten Bedienung aufmerksam. MANUEL D'UTILISATION Vol.1 Fondements Nous vous recommandons de lire attentivement ce manuel pour bien assimiler le fonctionnement de l'appareil. MANUALE D'ISTRUZIONI Vol.1 Informazioni di base Vi preghiamo voler leggere attentamente il manuale d'istruzioni in modo tale da poter comprendere quanto riportato...
LCD Projector EDS3170AT/EDX3250AT/EDX3280AT USER'S MANUAL USER'S MANUAL Vol.1 (Basic) Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING • Please read the accompanying manual “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this “USER'S MANUAL” thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding. After reading, store this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference.
This liquid crystal projector is used to project PROJECTOR various computer signals as well as NTSC / PAL / FEATURES SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space is required for installation and large images can easily be realized. Ultra High Brightness Keystone Distortion Correction Crisp, ultra-bright presentations is achieved Quick correction of distorted images electrically...
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WARNING Precautions to observe in regards to the power cord: Please use extra caution when connecting the projector's power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in FIRE AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Please adhere to the following safety guidelines to insure safe operation of the projector: •...
THE PROJECTOR PART NAMES Indicates the corresponding reference page RESET button MENU button POWER indicator KEYSTONE button TEMP indicator INPUT button LAMP indicator STANDBY/ON button Zoom ring Focus ring Air filter Elevator button Remote sensor Lens cap S-VIDEO IN port AUDIO IN R and L ports RGB IN 1 and 2 ports VIDEO IN port...
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR CAUTION • Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instructions of the accompanying manual “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this manual. • If you press the elevator buttons without holding the projector, the projector might crash down, overturn, smash your fingers and possibly result in malfunction. To prevent damaging the projector and injuring yourself, ALWAYS HOLD THE PROJECTOR whenever using the elevator buttons to adjust the elevator feet.
Adjusting the Screen Size and Projection Distance Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen (ED-S3170AT:800 x 600 pixels , ED-X3250AT/ED-X3280AT:1024 x 768 pixels). a:Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%) b:Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the screen (±10%) c:Distance from the lens center to the top of the screen (±10%)
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES Devices You Can Connect to the Projector (Refer to this section for planning your device configuration to use for your presentation.) CAUTION • Incorrect connecting could result in fire or electrical shock. Please read this manual and the separate “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”. ATTENTION Precautions to observe when connecting other devices to the projector •...
Ports and Cables Refer to the table below to find out which projector port and cable to use for connecting a given device. Use this table for determining which cables to prepare. Function Projector Port Connection Cables RGB IN 1 Accessory RGB cable or optional RGB RGB input RGB IN 2...
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES (continued) Connecting to a Computer ATTENTION Whenever attempting to connect a laptop computer to the projector, be sure to activate the laptop's RGB external image output (set the laptop to CRT display or to simultaneous LCD and CRT display). For details on how this is done, please refer to the instruction manual of the corresponding laptop computer.
Connecting to a DVD Player RGB IN AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN L / (MONO) VIDEO IN RGB OUT CONTROL AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT S-VIDEO cable If using a S-video connection DVD player Connecting to a VCR RGB IN AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN L / (MONO) VIDEO IN RGB OUT...
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES (continued) Connecting to a Display Monitor RGB IN AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN L / (MONO) VIDEO IN RGB OUT CONTROL AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT Display monitor...
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Putting batteries into the remote control unit CAUTION Precautions to observe in regards to the batteries Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment. •...
TURNING ON THE POWER Precautions Connect all devices to be used to the projector prior to turning on the power. WARNING When the power is ON, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens. Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and outlet STANDBY/ON VIDEO...
Selecting an Input Signal Using the remote control Using the projector's control panel If selecting RGB input Press the INPUT button As illustrated below, each time you Press the RGB button press the INPUT button, the projector Press this button to toggle between the switches between its input signal devices connected to RGB IN 1 and 2.
TURNING OFF THE POWER Press the STANDBY/ON button (control panel or remote control) The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for approximately 5 seconds. STANDBY/ON VIDEO SEARCH STANDBY/ON ASPECT AUTO BLANK HOME PAGE UP VOLUME MAGNIFY PAGE DOWN MUTE Press the STANDBY/ON button again FREEZE...
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Press the VOLUME button VOLUME As illustrated on the right, a dialog will STANDBY/ON appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting VIDEO SEARCH the volume. ASPECT AUTO BLANK VOLUME VOLUME MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE...
ADJUSTING THE POSITION Press the POSITION button As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the position. STANDBY/ON VIDEO SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME PAGE DOWN MUTE POSITION FREEZE KEYSTONE...
USING THE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT FEATURE Press the AUTO button AUTO STANDBY/ON VIDEO SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK Automatic Adjustment for RGB Input MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME Horizontal position (H. POSIT), vertical position (V. PAGE DOWN MUTE POSIT), clock phase (H. PHASE) and horizontal size (H. FREEZE KEYSTONE SIZE) are automatically adjusted.
CORRECTING KEYSTONE DISTORTIONS Press the KEYSTONE button KEYSTONE As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear STANDBY/ON on the screen to aid you in correcting the VIDEO SEARCH distortion. ASPECT AUTO BLANK KEYSTONE HOME PAGE UP VOLUME MAGNIFY PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE KEYSTONE...
USING THE MAGNIFY FEATURE Press the MAGNIFY (ON) button MAGNIFY MAGNIFY The projector enters MAGNIFY mode. STANDBY/ON VIDEO SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK Press the POSITION button, then use the MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME buttons to select the area to enlarge and then PAGE DOWN MUTE press the POSITION button again to confirm your...
SIGNAL SEARCHING Press the SEARCH button When you press the SEARCH button, the projector begins STANDBY/ON searching for input signals. If it detects an input signal, the VIDEO SEARCH search will cease and the projector will project the detected ASPECT AUTO BLANK signal.
USING THE MENU FUNCTIONS Press the MENU button MENU The menu display appears on the screen. The STANDBY/ON projector has the following menus: MAIN, VIDEO SEARCH PICTURE-1, PICTURE-2, INPUT, SCREEN, and ASPECT AUTO BLANK OPTION. Select a menu using the buttons.
OPERATING THE PC SCREEN You can use the remote control as a simplified mouse or keyboard. CAUTION Caution: Mistaken use of the mouse/keyboard control could damage your equipment. • Only connect to a PC. • Before connecting, read the manuals of the device you will connect. •...
THE LAMP HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE Before replacing the lamp, check the serial number of the replacement lamp bulb (sold separately: DT00511 for ED-S3170AT/ED-X3280AT, DT00521 for ED-X3250AT), then contact your local dealer. Before replacing the lamp, turn off the power, and unplug the power cord, then wait at least 45 minutes, in order to ensure that the lamp is properly cooled.
THE LAMP (continued) Replacing the lamp All projector lamps will wear out eventually. If used for long periods of time, the image could become darkened, and the color contrast could be impacted as well. We recommend that you replace your lamps early.
THE AIR FILTER Caring for the air filter The air filter should be cleaned about every 100 hours. If the LAMP indicator and TEMP indicator blink red simultaneously, or a message prompts you to clean the air filter when you turn on the unit, the filter needs to be cleaned. (See "Related Messages"...
THE AIR FILTER (continued) Replacing the air filter If the soiling will not come off the air filter, or it becomes damaged, then it needs to be replaced. Please contact your local dealer, after confirming the model of your separately sold replacement air filter. (See "Optional Parts" on Vol.2 Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord.
OTHER CARE Caring for the inside of the projector : In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your local dealer about once every 2 years. Never try to care for the inside of the unit yourself.
REGULATORY NOTICES REGULATORY NOTICES FCC Statement Warning WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Liquid Crystal Projector EDS3170AT/EDX3250AT/EDX3280AT USER'S MANUAL Vol.2 Extended Please read this user's manual thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding. BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG Teil 2 Fortsetzung Bitte lessen Sie diese Benutzerhandbuch zugunsten der korrekten Bedienung aufmerksam. MANUEL D'UTILISATION Vol.2 Développé Nous vous recommandons de lire attentivement ce manuel pour bien assimiler le fonctionnement de l'appareil. MANUALE D'ISTRUZIONI Vol.2 Ampliato Vi preghiamo voler leggere attentamente il manuale d'istruzioni in modo tale da poter comprendere quanto riportato...
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LCD Projector EDS3170AT/EDX3250AT/EDX3280AT USER'S MANUAL USER'S MANUAL Vol.2 (Extended) Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING • Please read the accompanying manual “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this “USER'S MANUAL” thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding. After reading, store this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference.
MULTIFUNCTIONAL SETTINGS This device has 6 separate menus: MAIN, PICTURE 1, PICTURE 2, INPUT, SCREEN, OPTION. Each of these menus is operated using the same methods. The basic operations of these menus are as follows. Menu screen display : Press the MENU button. Menu selection : Choose a menu name using the button, and press the...
MENU PICTURE 1 Menu MAIN COLOR BAL R PICTURE-1 COLOR BAL B PICTURE-2 SHARPNESS INPUT COLOR With the PICTURE 1 menu, the five items shown in the Table SCREEN TINT OPTION below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the : SELECT Example : PICTURE1 Menu Table.
MULTIFUNCTIONAL SETTINGS (continued) MENU INPUT Menu MAIN AUTO EXECUTE PICTURE-1 VIDEO PICTURE-2 SYNC ON G INPUT With the INPUT menu, the four items shown in the Table below can be SCREEN OPTION performed. With inputting of RGB IN 1 and RGB IN 2 signals, the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the signals will be displayed on the : SELECT Example : INPUT Menu...
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MENU SCREEN Menu MAIN BLANK MyScreen PICTURE-1 START UP ORIGNAL PICTURE-2 MyScreen INPUT MyScreen Size With the SCREEN menu, the five items shown in the Table below can be performed. SCREEN MyScreen Lock OPTION Please perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the Table. : SELECT Example : SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu...
MULTIFUNCTIONAL SETTINGS (continued) MENU OPTION Menu MAIN VOLUME PICTURE-1 AUTO OFF PICTURE-2 WHISPER INPUT LAMP TIME With the OPTION menu, the five items shown in the Table below SCREEN FILTER TIME OPTION can be performed. Please perform each operation in accordance with the instructions : SELECT Example : OPTION Menu in the Table.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU THINK A MACHINE DEFECT HAS OCCURRED Related Messages When the unit's power is ON, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please respond as described below. Message Description CHANGE THE LAMP...
Regarding the Indicator Lamps Lighting and flashing of the POWER indicator, the LAMP indicator, and the TEMP indicator have the meanings as described in the Table below. Please respond in accordance with the instructions within the Table. POWER LAMP TEMP Description indicator indicator...
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU THINK A MACHINE DEFECT HAS OCCURRED (continued) Phenomena That May Easily Be Mistaken for Machine Defects Before requesting repair, check in accordance with the following chart. If the situation cannot be corrected, then contact your dealer. Reference Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect...
SPECIFICATIONS • NOTE This specifications are subject to change without notice. Item Specification Product name Liquid crystal projector Panel size 1.8 cm (0.7 type) Liquid Drive system TFT active matrix crystal ED-S3170AT 480,000 pixels (800 horizontal x600 vertical) panel Pixels ED-X3250AT/ED-X3280AT 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x768 vertical) Lens Zoom lens F=1.7 ~ 1.9 f=21.7 ~ 26.1 mm...
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WARRANTY AND AFTER-SERVICE If a problem occurs with the equipment, first refer to the “WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU THINK A MACHINE DEFECT HAS OCCURRED” section and run through the suggested checks. If this does not resolve the problem contact your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied.
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TECHNICAL TECHNICAL SIGNAL CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT RGB IN [1]/[2] S-VIDEO RGB OUT D-sub 15-pin Shrink Mini Din 4-pin Mini Din 4-pin Pin No Signal Pin No Signal Pin No Signal Video input Red Color: Video input Green Ground 0.286Vp-p (NTSC, burst signal), Video input Blue 75Ω...
EXAMPLE OF COMPUTER SIGNAL Display mode Resolution fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Rating Signal mode H × × V ED-X3250AT ED-S3170AT ED-X3280AT 720 × 400 37.9 85.0 VESA TEXT Zoom in Zoom in 640 × 480 31.5 59.9 VESA VGA (60Hz) Zoom in Zoom in 640 ×...
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INITIAL SET SIGNALS The following signals are used for the initial settings. The signal timing of some computer models may be different. In such case, refer to adjust the V.POSIT and H.POSIT of the menu. Back porch b Front porch d Back porch b Front porch d Display interval c...
CONNECTION TO THE MOUSE CONTROL Projector Computer ADB Mouse ( POWER ON ) DATA Mouse jack CONTROL Terminal Mini DIN 4-pin D-sub 15-pin shrink jack Serial Mouse Projector Computer CONTROL Terminal Mouse jack D-sub 9-pin SEL0 D-sub 15-pin shrink jack USB Mouse USB jack Projector...
RS-232C COMMUNICATION (1) Turn off the projector and computer power supplies and connect with the RS-232C cable. (2) Turn on the computer power supply and after the computer has started up, turn on the projector power supply. RS-232C jack Projector Computer D-sub 9-pin Control jack...
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RS-232C COMMUNICATION (continued) Requesting projector status (Get command) (1) Send the request code Header + Command data (‘02H’+‘00H’+ type (2 bytes) +‘00H’+‘00H’) from the computer to the projector. (2) The projector returns the response code ‘1DH’+ data (2 bytes) to the computer. Changing the projector settings (Set command) (1) Send the setting code Header + Command data (‘01H’+‘00H’+ type (2 bytes) + setting code (2 bytes)) from the computer to the projector.
Command data chart Command data Names Operation type Header Action Type Setting code Blue BE EF 06 00 CB D3 01 00 00 30 03 00 White BE EF 06 00 6B D0 01 00 00 30 05 00 Black BE EF 06 00 9B D0...
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Command data chart (continued) Command data Names Operation type Header Action Type Setting code H.Position Reset Execute BE EF 06 00 IC D3 06 00 03 70 00 00 H.Size Reset Execute BE EF 06 00 68 D2 06 00 04 70 00 00 Color Balance...
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Command data Names Operation type Header Action Type Setting code BE EF 06 00 FD D3 02 00 04 20 00 00 Contrast Increment BE EF 06 00 9B D3 04 00 04 20 00 00 Decrement BE EF 06 00 4A D2 05 00 04 20...
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Command data chart (continued) Command data Names Operation type Header Action Type Setting code BE EF 06 00 49 73 02 00 03 22 00 00 Tint Increment BE EF 06 00 2F 73 04 00 03 22 00 00 Decrement BE EF 06 00...
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