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Polaroid Polaview 220 User Manual

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  • Page 1 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 2 Polaview 220...
  • Page 3 (“CE” is the abbreviation of Conformité Européenne.) This product is in conformity with the following directives: 73/23/EEC, low voltage directive; 89/33/EEC, EMC directive; 93/68/EEC, “CE” marking directive. © Copyright 1996 Polaroid Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Introduction What’s in the box? Computer/video compatibility Quick start 2 Detailed setup Your Polaview Model 220 Projector Getting started Connector panel Computer and VCR connections Supplying power to the projector 3 Using the projector Turning on the projector and lamp Control-panel keys Using the remote control Using the remote control...
  • Page 5 Table of contents 4 Maintenance Storage, cleaning and care Replacing the lamp 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Where to get help Polaroid Offices and Service Centers One Year Warranty Appendix A: Parts Appendix B: Standards...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Should you have questions about the setup or operation of your projector, or about accessories and how to order them, please contact Polaroid Electronic Imaging Technical Support (see Polaroid Offices and Service Centers in Chapter 5 for details).

  • Page 7: What's In The Box

    2 Introduction What’s in the box? The Polaview Model 220 Projector is shipped with the fol- lowing accessories. See Appendix A: Parts for a complete list of accessories and corresponding part numbers. Items included with the projector a Polaview Model 220 Projector b Remote control c Mac multiscan redrive adapter d VGA/Mac II adapter...

  • Page 8: Computer/Video Compatibility

    Introduction 3 e Mac monitor redrive f VGA/Mac II reversible cable g 1/8 in. phono-to-RCA adapter cable h 1/8 in. phono jack cable RCA composite video cable Power cord (USA) k Power cord (EC/UK) • Computer infrared receiver kit Also included but not shown •...

  • Page 9: Quick Start

    4 Introduction Quick start The following steps outline the basic setup procedure for connecting the projector to your computer. Detailed infor- mation about connections for various computer sources is described in Chapter 3, Detailed setup . 1 Aiming the projector lens at the projection screen, place the projector on a solid, flat surface, at a right angle (perpendic- ular) to the projection screen and parallel to the floor.
  • Page 10 Introduction 5 4 To supply power to the projector, connect the power cable to the power port on the rear panel of the projector. Then connect the power cord to an appropriate power outlet. Turn on the power switch located on the rear panel of the projector, beside the power port.
  • Page 11 6 Introduction Whenever you connect the projector to a computer or Note: video source for the first time, the projector defaults to the factory settings. Due to operational differences between computers and video sources, it may be necessary to make minor adjustments to the settings.

  • Page 12: Detailed Setup

    It also provides instructions on how to set up the projector for use with various video sources. Before you begin, examine the components of the projector. The Polaroid Polaview Model 220 Projector and remote control a Control panel b Infrared sensor...
  • Page 13 8 Detailed setup The Polaroid Polaview Model 220 Projector – rear view SOU RCE 1 SOU RCE 2 SOU RCE 3 SOU RCE 4 OUT PUTS STER EO STER EO STER EO MAC / PC PC / MAC REDR IVE...

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Detailed setup 9 Getting started Positioning the Place the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle projector (perpendicular) to the projection screen and parallel to the floor. If you use a media cart, make sure the wheels are locked to prevent it from moving.

  • Page 15: Connector Panel

    10 Detailed setup Connector panel All connections between the projector and your computer or video source are made on the rear connector panel. The connector panel SOURCE 1 SOURCE 2 SOURCE 3 SOURCE 4 OUTPUTS STEREO STEREO STEREO MAC / PC PC / MAC REDRIVE RS 232...

  • Page 16: Computer And Vcr Connections

    Detailed setup 11 Computer and VCR connections Connecting IBM PCs Place the projector on a tabletop or other level surface and compatibles with the lens facing the projection screen. 1 Connect your computer to the projector with the VGA/Mac II reversible cable (part number CA18).
  • Page 17 12 Detailed setup Place the projector on a tabletop or other level surface Connecting Mac II, Quadra, LC, and with the lens facing the projection screen. Powerbook and compatibles 1 Connect your computer to the projector with the VGA/Mac II reversible cable (part number CA18).
  • Page 18 Detailed setup 13 Place the projector on a tabletop or other level surface NTSC/PAL/SECAM video connections with the lens facing the projection screen. 1 Connect one of the yellow RCA composite video cable (part number CA19) plugs into the VIDEO OUT jack of your video source.
  • Page 19 14 Detailed setup 3 Connect the white RCA audio-video cable plug to the AUDIO L (left) jack of your audio source. Then connect the white plug at the projector end of the cable to a white audio jack (either SOURCE 1 or SOURCE 2 L) on the projector rear panel.

  • Page 20: Supplying Power To The Projector

    Detailed setup 15 Supplying power to the projector After you connect the projector to your computer or video source, connect the power cord to the projector. The power- cord receptacle and AC power switch are located below the connector panel on the rear side of the projector. Power receptacle and AC power switch...

  • Page 21: Using The Projector

    3 Using the projector Turning on the projector Turn on the power switch located on the rear panel of the projector, beside the power port. After approximately 30 seconds after the power is on, a solid blue image is projected onto your screen. Whenever the power is on, the green LED power indicator on the rear panel of the projector glows a steady green.
  • Page 22 18 Using the projector Focusing and zooming Focus the projected image with the FOCUS control either on the control panel or remote control. Adjust the image the image size by using the ZOOM control on the control panel or remote control. Keystone correction A keystone correction of 17 degrees is built into the projector to compensate for image distortion.

  • Page 23: Control-Panel Keys

    Using the projector 19 Control-panel keys The control-panel keys are used to adjust the projected image and to display and hide the menus. Control-panel keys IMAGE SOUND SET UP ENTER ENTER – VOLUME MUTE CURTAIN – ZOOM POSITION – FOCUS –...
  • Page 24 20 Using the projector Function ENTER L & R Nonfunctional keys, reserved for future product development. Cursor pad Controls on-screen menus and increases or decreases setting levels. MUTE Turns the audio on or off. CURTAIN Toggles between a displayed image and a blank blue screen.

  • Page 25: Using The Remote Control

    Using the projector 21 Standby mode Use the Standby mode to prolong the life of the projector lamp. When you select the Standby mode by pressing the LAMP key, the green LED power indicator on the rear panel of the projector begins to blink and continues to do so for 3 minutes, to allow the projector to cool down.
  • Page 26 22 Using the projector The remote control Function a Laser pointer Serves as a pointing device. b SOUND Controls the volume, balance, treble, and bass of the source connected to the projector. c IMAGE Provides access to menus for control of brightness, contrast, tint, phase, and sharpness of the projected image.
  • Page 27 Using the projector 23 Function h SET UP Controls front, rear, table-top, ceiling-mount modes of projection; language; factory-setting defaults; and video mode. i ENTER L & R Performs previous or next functions, when used with the computer IR receiver kit. j Cursor pad Controls on-screen menus and increases or decreases setting levels.

  • Page 28: Menu Selections

    24 Using the projector Menu selections IMAGE menu Select the IMAGE menu to control the brightness, contrast, tint, phase, and sharpness of the projected picture. Option What it does BRIGHTNESS Increases or decreases the intensity level of the projected image. CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the projected image.
  • Page 29 Using the projector 25 SETUP menu Select the SETUP menu to make adjustments to the following settings: Option What it does PROJECTION (FRONT/REAR) Selects the projected display orientation for front or rear projection mode. LOCATION (TABLE/CEILING) Inverts the projected image orientation for use with a ceiling mount.

  • Page 30: Image Optimization

    26 Using the projector Image optimization Making adjustments Use the projector SETUP and IMAGE menus to adjust the settings to fine-tune your projected image. to settings Your projector factory-default settings are designed to configure it with your computer and video sources automatically to provide a high-quality projected image.
  • Page 31 Using the projector 27 Eliminating Examine the projected image for horizontal noise bars or jittering around text or icons. Use the SHARPNESS option to horizontal noise eliminate them: 1 From the projector control panel or remote control, press the IMAGE menu key. 2 Using the cursor pad, scroll through the menu selections and highlight SHARPNESS on the on-screen menu display.
  • Page 32 28 Using the projector True-to-life color Examine the projected image for true-to-life color rendition. Use the TINT option to make the adjustments: rendition 1 From the projector control panel or remote control, press the IMAGE menu key. 2 Using the cursor pad, scroll through the menu selections and highlight TINT on the on-screen menu display.

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    4 Maintenance Storage, cleaning and care Store the Polaview Model 220 Projector either in its original shipping container or carrying case to guard it against dust and lint. Use a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaning solution, such as an eyeglass or camera-lens clean- ing solution, on the lens to keep it clean.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Lamp

    30 Maintenance Replacing the lamp assembly When you notice that the output from the projector lamp starts to weaken, you need to replace the lamp assembly (part number 623374). Caution: Replace the lamp assembly at the first sign of the bulb weakening.
  • Page 35 Maintenance 31 Remove the Unlock the lamp assembly by rotating the locking key on the right side of the lamp assembly counter-clockwise one- lamp assembly half revolution. Grasp the wire handle and gently pull the lamp assembly straight out of the unit. Replace the Align the lamp-assembly slide rails with the slide-rail channels inside the projector and gently slide the lamp...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    No power to unit Try another electrical outlet Blown input power fuse(s) Call Polaroid Technical Support Vertical bars appear Nonstandard computer Press the IMAGE key and across the image clock rate scroll to PHASE;...

  • Page 37: Where To Get Help

    1 Check the Troubleshooting guide . 2 Call your dealer’s technical support line and explain your problem. 3 Call Polaroid Corporation (see pages 35 and 36). Please have the serial number of your unit (located on the underside of the projector) available when you call.

  • Page 38: Polaroid Offices And Service Centers

    Polaroid Canada Inc. Tel.: 81-3-3438-8811 350 Carlingview Drive Fax: 81-3-3433-3537 Etobicke, Ontario M9W 5G6 México Toll free: 1-800-268-6970 Polaroid de México S.A. de C.V. Danmark Paseo de la Reforma 195 Polaroid a.s. Piso 17 Blokken 75 C.P. 06500 México, D.F.
  • Page 39 Tlf: 67 90 47 10 U.S.A. Fax: 67 90 51 73 Polaroid Corporation Technical Assistance Österreich Tel.: Toll free 1-800-432-5355 Polaroid Ges.m.b.H. Call for the nearest Polaroid Eitnergasse 5A location 1231 Wien Tel.: 869 86 27 Fax: 869 81 00 Portugal Polaroid (España) S.A.

  • Page 40: One Year Warranty

    Should this product, or any component or accessory included with it, become defective at any time during the warranty period, Polaroid Corporation will, at its discretion, either replace or repair this item, without charge, provided the product is returned to a designated servicing location (prepaid and insured).
  • Page 41 38 Maintenance SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

  • Page 42: Appendix A: Parts

    Appendix A: Parts Listed below are all standard accessories available from Polaroid for use with the Polaview Model 220 Projector. These standard items are shipped with each model. The appropriate Polaroid part number is listed with each item. Replacement product Part No.
  • Page 43 40 Appendix A You can order accessories and replacement parts through your local dealer or by contacting Polaroid (see pages 35 and 36).

  • Page 44: Appendix B: Standards

    Appendix B: Standards The Polaview 220 Model Projector is compatible with the following computer and video sources: Source Resolution Mac 12 in. 512 x 384 (60, 60.15hz) VGA Text 720 x 400 (70hz) VGA Hi Res Graphics 640 x 480 (60, 72, 75hz)
  • Page 45 “Polaroid” and “Polaview” are trademarks of Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge, MA, U.S.A. Inc. “Digital Light Processing” and “DLP” are trademarks of Texas Instruments. “Apple” and “Macintosh” are registered trademarks of Apple Comput- er, Inc. “IBM” is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Other trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 46 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.

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