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Projector
8100
User's Manual (detailed)

Operating Guide

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  • Page 1: About This Manual

    Projector 8100 User's Manual (detailed) Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, please read all manuals for this product. Be sure to read “Safety Guide” first. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference. About this manual Various symbols are used in this manual.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents   About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . 1 PICTURE Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Contents .
  • Page 3: Projector Features

    Projector features / Preparations Projector features This product realizes the large projection image of various image signals, even if in a small space. This product can offer you convenience and various uses by the following features. ü The unique lens and mirror system realizes ultra short distance projection, which gives you more various way of use.
  • Page 4: Part Names

    Part names Part names Projector (1) Control buttons (See the following page.) (2) Lamp cover (61) (3) Remote sensors (14) (4) Speaker (37) (5) Exhaust vents (6) Lens door (16, 66) (7) Ports (5, 10) (8) AC inlet (12) (9) Power switch (16) (10) (10) Security bar (13) (11)
  • Page 5: Control Buttons

    Part names Control buttons (1) LAMP indicator (69) LAMP (2) TEMP indicator (69) TEMP (3) POWER indicator (16, 17, 69) POWER (4) STANDBY/ON button (16, 17) STANDBY/ON (5) INPUT button (18) (6) FOCUS +/- buttons when no menu is displayed (21), or INPUT Cursor ◄, ►...
  • Page 6: Remote Control

    Part names Remote control (1) STANDBY/ON button (16, 17) (2) VIDEO button (19) (3) COMPUTER button (18) VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH (4) SEARCH button (19) (10) ASPECT AUTO BLANK (5) ASPECT button (19) (12) MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME (6) AUTO button (21) (14) PAGE DOWN MUTE...
  • Page 7: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up Arrangement Install the projector in a stable, cool, dry and airy place, keeping a space of 30 cm or more between the sides of the projector and other objects such as walls. Refer to the following to decide the projection style. Ceiling mount and tabletop use must be setup with the designated optional accessories.
  • Page 8 Setting up Arrangement (continued) Refer to the following for the projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 1024x768. Table for 4:3 screen (±8%) inch inch inch inch inch * 0.5 *(0.2) 38.3 24.4 98.2 39.8...
  • Page 9 Setting up Arrangement (continued) WARNING ►Place the projector in a stable horizontal position. If the projector falls or is knocked over it could cause injury and/or damage to the projector. Using a damaged projector could then result in fire and/or electric shock.
  • Page 10: Connecting With Your Devices

    Setting up Connecting with your devices Before connecting them, make sure that the devices are suitable to connect with this projector, and prepare the required signal cables and adapters. Consult your dealer if the accessory that is not included in this product is required. Refer to the following for connection.
  • Page 11 Setting up Connecting your devices (continued) NOTE • Be sure to read the manuals for devices before connecting them to the projector, and make sure that all the devices are suitable to be connected with this product. Before connecting to a PC, check the signal level, the signal timing, and the resolution.
  • Page 12: Connecting With A Power Supply

    Setting up Connecting with a power supply Before connection, confirm that the power AC Inlet outlet is suitable for this projector and the power cord. Then follow the procedure below for connection. Insert the end of the power cord with the socket into the AC inlet of the projector.
  • Page 13: Using The Security Bar And Slot

    Setting up Using the security bar and slot This projector has the security bar for a commercial anti-theft chain or wire up to 10 Security slot mm in diameter, and also the security slot for the Kensington lock. For details, see the manual of the security tool.
  • Page 14: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control Preparing for the remote control The accessory remote control needs batteries. Use the batteries included in this product or two new batteries of the specified type: HITACHI MAXELL, part number LR6 or R6P. Follow the following procedure. Remove the battery cover in the back of the remote control.
  • Page 15: Changing The Frequency Of Remote Control Signal . 5

    Remote control Changing the frequency of remote control signal The accessory remote control has the two choices on signal frequency Mode 1:NORMAL and Mode 2:HIGH. If the remote control VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH does not function properly, attempt to change the signal frequency. ASPECT AUTO BLANK...
  • Page 16: Power On/Off

    Power on/off Power on/off Turning on the power Turn on the projector and the connected devices. Turn on the projector ahead of other connected devices, unless mentioned in the manuals. For this projector, follow the procedure below. Press the side marked " I " of the power POWER indicator switch, as the power-on position.
  • Page 17: Turn Off The Power

    Power on/off Turn off the power Turn the projector off after turning off the other connected devices, unless mentioned in the manuals. For this projector, follow the procedure below. Press the STANDBY/ON button (on the projector or remote control). POWER indicator The “Power off?”...
  • Page 18: Operating

    Operating Operating VOLUME button Adjusting the volume VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH Press VOLUME button on the remote control. ASPECT AUTO BLANK A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume. MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons to adjust the volume. PAGE DOWN MUTE To close the dialog and complete the operation, press the VOLUME...
  • Page 19: Searching An Input Signal

    Operating Selecting an input signal (continued) VIDEO button Press VIDEO button on the remote control. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its input VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH port from the current port as below. ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Projection Position

    Operating Adjusting the projection position This projector has four elevator feet in the bottom. Use them to adjust the projection position. max. 43 mm Elevator feet CAUTION ►Do not lengthen the elevator feet to 43 mm or more. The foot lengthened exceeding the limit may come off from the projector, and result in an injury.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Focus

    Operating Adjusting the focus VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK Press the FOCUS + or FOCUS – button on the remote control, FOCUS + button MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME or FOCUS + or FOCUS – button on the projector while no PAGE DOWN MUTE menu is on screen, to display the FOCUS box on screen.
  • Page 22: Correcting The Keystone Distortions

    Operating Correcting the keystone distortions VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH KEYSTONE button ASPECT AUTO BLANK Press KEYSTONE button on the remote MAGNIFY HOME PAGE UP VOLUME control. A dialog will appear on the screen PAGE DOWN MUTE to aid you in correcting the distortion. FREEZE MY BUTTON KEYSTONE...
  • Page 23: Freezing The Screen

    Operating Freezing the screen FREEZE button Press the FREEZE button on the remote control. The “FREEZE” indication will appear on the screen (however, VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH the indication will not appear when the TURN OFF is selected ASPECT AUTO BLANK for the MESSAGE item in the SCREEN Menu (41)), and MAGNIFY HOME...
  • Page 24: Using The Menu Function

    Operating Using the menu function This projector has the following menus: PICTURE, IMAGE, INPUT, SETUP, SCREEN, OPTION, NETWORK, C.C. and EASY MENU. EASY MENU consists of functions often used, and the other menus are classified VIDEO COMPUTER SEARCH into each purpose and brought together as the Advanced Menu. ASPECT AUTO BLANK...
  • Page 25 Operating Using the menu function (continued) In the Advanced Menu Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons to select a menu. If you want to change it to the EASY MENU, select EASY MENU. Then press the ► cursor button, or ENTER button to select an item.
  • Page 26: Easy Menu

    EASY MENU EASY MENU From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio. ASPECT See the ASPECT item in IMAGE Menu ( ...
  • Page 27: Go To Advanced Menu

    EASY MENU EASY MENU (continued) Item Description Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the brightness. BRIGHTNESS See BRIGHTNESS item in PICTURE Menu (28). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the contrast. CONTRAST See CONTRAST item in PICTURE Menu (28). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the strength of whole color. COLOR See COLOR item in PICTURE Menu (29).
  • Page 28: Picture Menu

    PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu From the PICTURE Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 29 PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the color temperature mode. #1 HIGH DEFAULT � #1 HIGH CUSTOM � #2 MID DEFAULT � � #2 MID CUSTOM #6 Hi-BRIGHT-3 CUSTOM � � #3 LOW DEFAULT #6 Hi-BRIGHT-3 DEFAULT �...
  • Page 30 PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the sharpness. Strong ó Weak SHARPNESS • There may be some noise and/or the screen may flicker for a moment when an adjustment is made. This is not a malfunction. This projector has 4 memories for adjustment data (for all the items of PICTURE Menu).
  • Page 31: Image Menu

    IMAGE Menu IMAGE Menu From the IMAGE Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 32 IMAGE Menu IMAGE Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal position. Left ó Right • Over-adjusting the horizontal position may cause noise to appear on the screen. If this occurs please reset the horizontal position to the default setting.
  • Page 33: Input Menu

    INPUT Menu INPUT Menu From the INPUT Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table.
  • Page 34 INPUT Menu INPUT Menu (continued) Item Description The video format for S-VIDEO port and VIDEO port can be set. (1) Use the ◄/► buttons to select the input port. (2) Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for video format. AUTO ó...
  • Page 35 INPUT Menu INPUT Menu (continued) Item Description The resolution for the COMPUTER IN1 and IN2 input signals can be set on this projector. (1) In the INPUT Menu select the RESOLUTION using the ▲/▼ buttons and press the ► button. The RESOLUTION menu will be displayed.
  • Page 36: Setup Menu

    SETUP Menu SETUP Menu From the SETUP Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or the ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 37 SETUP Menu SETUP Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the built-in speaker. SPEAKER TURN ON ó TURN OFF When TURN OFF is selected, the built-in speaker does not work. Allocates the audio ports. (1) Choose a picture input port using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 38: Screen Menu

    SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu From the SCREEN Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 39 SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the start-up screen. The start-up screen is a screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen ó ORIGINAL ó TURN OFF Feature Screen can be registered by the MyScreen item MyScreen...
  • Page 40 SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description This item allows you to capture an image for use as a MyScreen image which can be used as the BLANK screen and START UP screen. Display the image you want to capture before executing the following procedure.
  • Page 41 SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the message function. TURN ON ó TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the following message function works. “AUTO IN PROGRESS” while automatically adjusting “NO INPUT IS DETECTED” “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE”...
  • Page 42: Option Menu

    OPTION Menu OPTION Menu From the OPTION Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item, except for the items LAMP TIME and FILTER TIME. Then perform it according to the following table.
  • Page 43: Replacing The Lamp

    OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the time to count down to automatically turn the projector off. Long (max. 99 minutes) ó Short (min. 0 minute = DISABLE) When the time is set to 0, the projector is not turned off automatically. AUTO OFF When the time is set to 1 to 99, and when the passed time with no- signal or an unsuitable signal reaches at the set time, the projector...
  • Page 44 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description This item is to assign one of the following functions to MY BUTTON 1 and 2 on the remote control (6). Choose 1 or 2 on the MY BUTTON menu using the ◄/► button first. Then using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 45 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description FAN SPEED Using the ▲/▼ buttons the rotation speed of the cooling fans. The HIGH is the mode for use at highlands etc. Note that the projector is noisier when the HIGH is selected. HIGH ó...
  • Page 46 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description KEY LOCK Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the key lock feature. When TURN ON is selected, the buttons on the projector except the STANDBY/ON button are locked. TURN ON ó TURN OFF •...
  • Page 47 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description This projector is equipped with security functions. User registration is required before using the security functions. Please contact your local dealer. 1. Using Security Features 1.1 Inputting the PASSWORD 1.1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the OPTION Menu to select SECURITY and press the ►...
  • Page 48: Password Function

    OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 1.3 If you have forgotten your PASSWORD 1.3-1 Follow the procedure in 1.1-1 to display the ENTER PASSWORD box. 1.3-2 While the ENTER PASSWORD box is displayed, press and hold the RESET button for about 3 seconds or press and hold the INPUT and ►...
  • Page 49: Using The Pin Lock Function

    OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 2.2-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the PASSWORD AGAIN box and press the ► button to display the PASSWORD for about 20 seconds, please make note of the PASSWORD during this time. Pressing the ENTER button will return to MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu.
  • Page 50 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 3.1-2 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the PIN LOCK on/off menu to select TURN ON and the PIN BOX will be displayed. 3.1-3 Input a 4 part PIN Code using the ▲, ▼, ◄, ►, COMPUTER and INPUT buttons.
  • Page 51: Using The Transition Detector Function

    OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 4. Using the Transition Detector Function While the Transition Detector function is ON, when power switch is started to supply to the projector, it might react as below. • Transition Detector alarm shown below might appear on screen, if the projector has been moved or re-installed.
  • Page 52 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 4.2-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the PASSWORD AGAIN box and press the ► button to display the PASSWORD for about 20 seconds, please make note of the PASSWORD during this time. Pressing the ENTER button will return to the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu.
  • Page 53: Using The My Text Password Function

    OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 5. Using the MY TEXT PASSWORD function This item allows you to display your own message (MY TEXT) on the START UP screen and INPUT-INFORMATION. It can be protected by a password to prevent it from being overwritten.
  • Page 54 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 5.3 Turning on the MY TEXT PASSWORD The MY TEXT PASSWORD function can prevent the MY TEXT from being overwritten. 5.3-1 Turning on the MY TEXT PASSWORD function (1) Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the MY TEXT PASSWORD menu and press the ►...
  • Page 55: Network Menu

    NETWORK Menu NETWORK Menu Remember that incorrect network settings on this projector may cause trouble on the network. Be sure to consult with your network administrator before connecting to an existing access point on your network. Select “NETWORK” from the main menu to access the following functions.
  • Page 56 NETWORK Menu NETWORK Menu (continued) Item Description Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to enter the IP ADDRESS. This function can only be used when DHCP is set to OFF. ADDRESS • The IP ADDRESS is the number that identifies this projector on the network. You cannot have two devices with the same IP ADDRESS on the same network.
  • Page 57 NETWORK Menu NETWORK Menu (continued) Item Description (1) Use the▲/▼ buttons on the NETWORK Menu to select the PROJECTOR NAME menu and press the ► button. The PROJECTOR NAME dialog will be displayed. (2) The current PROJECTOR NAME will be displayed on the first 3 lines. If not yet written, the lines will be blank.
  • Page 58 NETWORK Menu NETWORK Menu (continued) Item Description Selecting this item displays the e-SHOT menu. The application software “PJTransfer” is required to store image(s) into the projector. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select an item which is a still image by the e-SHOT (...
  • Page 59 NETWORK Menu NETWORK Menu (continued) Item Description Selecting this item displays the NETWORK -INFORMATION- dialog for confirming the network settings. INFORMATION • The PROJECTOR NAME is displayed. • Nothing (blank) is shown in the “PROJECTOR NAME” field until you setup the item (57). •...
  • Page 60: C.c. (Closed Caption) Menu

    C .C . (Closed Caption) Menu C.C. (Closed Caption) Menu The closed caption setting can be changed through C.C. Menu in the advance menu. Please select the item that you will change using ▲/▼ cursor buttons. • The C.C. (Closed Caption) is the function that displays a transcript or dialog of the audio portion of a video, files or other presentation or other relevant sounds.
  • Page 61: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Replacing the lamp The projection lamp has finite product life that is different in each lamp. Please replace the lamp as soon as possible when the pictures appear dark, or when the color tone is poor. Using the lamp for long periods of time may make the lamp burned out or broken. Preparation of a spare lamp and early replacement are recommended.
  • Page 62 Maintenance Replacing the lamp (continued) NOTE • Please reset the lamp time only when you have replaced the lamp, for a suitable indication about the lamp. HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING ►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time.
  • Page 63: Maintaining The Air-Filter

    Maintenance Maintaining the air-filter Please check and clean the air-filter periodically, for keeping normal ventilation. When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air-filter, comply with it as soon as possible. When it is damaged or too soiled, replace the filter unit. To prepare the new filter unit, call your dealer and tell the type number: QD60122 Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Maintaining the air-filter (continued) NOTE • A filter unit of specified type will come with the replacement lamp for this projector. Replacing the filter unit at the same time with the lamp is recommended. • Please reset the filter time only when you have cleaned the air-filter, for a suitable indication about the air-filter.
  • Page 65: Replacing The Clock Battery

    Maintenance Replacing the clock battery This projector has internal clock that uses a battery. When the clock of the network function does not work correctly, please try solution by replacement of the battery: HITACHI MAXELL, part number CR2032. Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord Battery cover from the power outlet.
  • Page 66: Caring For The Mirror And Lens

    Maintenance Caring for the mirror and lens If the projection mirror or lens is flawed, soiled or fogged, it could cause deterioration of display quality. Please take care of the mirror and lens, being cautious of handling. Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
  • Page 67: Other Care

    Maintenance Other care Inside of the projector In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your dealer about once every year. Caring for the cabinet and remote control Incorrect care could have adverse influence such as discoloration, peeling paint, etc.
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If an abnormal operation should occur, stop using the projector immediately. WARNING ►Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In such cases, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet.
  • Page 69: Troubleshooting Indicator Lamps

    Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps When operation of the LAMP, TEMP and POWER indicators differs from usual, check and cope with it according to the following table. POWER LAMP TEMP Description indicator indicator indicator Lighting Turned Turned The projector is in a standby state. Please refer to the section “Power on/off”.
  • Page 70: Shutting The Projector Down

    Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps (continued) POWER LAMP TEMP Description indicator indicator indicator There is a possibility that the interior portion has become heated. Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least Blinking 20 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of the following items, and then turn the power on again.
  • Page 71: Phenomena That May Be Easy To Be Mistaken For Machine Defects

    Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects About the phenomenon confused with a machine defect, check and cope with it according to the following table. Reference Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect page The electrical power cord is not plugged in. Correctly connect the power cord.
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued) Reference Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect page The signal cables are not correctly connected. Correctly connect the audio cables. The MUTE function is working. Restore the sound pressing MUTE or VOLUME button on the remote control.
  • Page 73 Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued) Reference Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect page The FREEZE function is working. Video screen display freezes. Press FREEZE button to restore the screen to normal. Color settings are not correctly adjusted.
  • Page 74: Ontrast Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Specifications Item Specifications Product name Liquid crystal projector Panel size 1.6 cm (0.63 type) Liquid Crystal Drive system TFT active matrix Panel Pixels 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) Lens F=2.1 f=5.1 mm Lamp 220 W UHB Audio output Power supply AC 100-120V/3.6A, AC 220-240V/1.5A...
  • Page 75 Specifications Specifications (continued) [unit: mm]...

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