Contents Important information About this User Guide Safety 3D content Environment Notice Chapter 1: Introduction Key Features and Benefits System Components Optional Accessories Chapter 2: Overview Remote Control Projector Keypad Connections 3D RF Emitter 3D Glasses Chapter 3: Installation Location Mounting Connections Switching On and Off...
Inside the housing there are electrical parts carrying dangerously high voltages and parts operating at high temperature. Never open the housing. Entrust all servicing and repair work to a SIM2 Authorized Service Center. Opening the housing voids the warranty. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply The device that disconnects the projector from the mains is the power plug.
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electrical supply with rated voltage of between 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz and equipped with a protective earth connection. If you are not sure of your domestic mains rating, contact an electrician. Take care to avoid overloading the power socket and any extension leads.
It may contain materials that constitute a health and environmental hazard. To prevent harmful materials from being released into the environment and to promote the use of natural materials, SIM2 provides the following information regarding the disposal and recycling of the product.
This characteristic of the optical system is to be deemed as normal. In order to reduce this effect SIM2 recommends that the area surrounding the projection screen is as dark as possible.
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These limits are perfectly normal for this optical system and will not be considered as a malfunction of the product. Note: One pixel corresponds to 10 thousandths of a millimeter on the DMD. Important information SUPERLUMIS User Guide...
Windows-based computers. Key Features and Benefits • high picture quality: SIM2 renown image processing and the latest 0.95 in. 1080p DarkChip4 DMD from Texas Instruments • precision optics: SIM2 ALPHAPATH light engine •...
1 x 4.0-millimeter Hex wrench (for lens shift adjustment) • 1 x User guide (this document) If any items are missing or damaged, contact your SIM2 Authorized Dealer as soon as possible. Keep the original packaging in case anything has to be shipped. Optional Accessories •...
• If you are using a programmable remote control, the setup software probably allows importing of Pronto Hex codes. See SIM2 SUPERLUMIS IR Control for a list of all the projector codes in Pronto Hex format, including a number of discrete codes for: ◦...
◦ Memories ◦ 3D Controls (3D Mode and Input Formats) Operation The SUPERLUMIS projector has two IR receivers, one on the front and one on the back of the unit. The operative range of the remote control is approximately 10 m (33 ft.). Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver you are pointing to.
Connections ❶ ❷ ❸ ❹ ❺ ❻ ❼ ❽ Inputs ❶ HDMI 1 Accept both HDMI and DVI digital video inputs. HDMI 2 ❷ Components/RGB-HV Four RCA connectors. They accept both standard and high-definition component (YPrPb) and RGB-HV signals. Also used as RGB input for SCART RGBS signals.
3D RF Emitter The 3D RF emitter is designed to be placed near the projector and aimed at the screen. It receives the 3D sync signal from the projector and emits RF pulses that reach the 3D glasses RF receiver. The emitter does not require a battery.
3 Installation This section provides instructions for the installation of the SUPERLUMIS projector. Important: Installation procedures should be performed by a qualified AV system specialist. Location When installing the SUPERLUMIS projector, take the following considerations into account. Installation Type Select the installation type that best suits your needs: •...
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• Attach bracket by using 3 x M6 screws not exceeding 15 mm in length For ceiling mounting use only SIM2-approved ceiling brackets and adhere to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided with the bracket. Do not over-tighten the screws.
If it is not possible to position the projector perpendicular to the projection screen (so that the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other) you can use the mechanical lens control at the top of the projector to shift the projected image vertically: •...
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• USB port, using a USB Type A (rectangular) to Type B (square) cable connector. In this case, installation of a device driver provided by SIM2 may be required – ask your SIM2 Authorized Dealer Installation...
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Note: RS-232 communications are limited to 15 m (50 ft.), whereas USB are limited to 5 m (16 ft.). Triggers Some Home Theater devices can be controlled through a 12 V signal. The projector can output three 12 V (100 mA max) signals: •...
Charging the battery The glasses are shipped with the micro USB to USB Type A cable. To charge the glasses battery, plug the micro USB cable in a computer or other USB device capable of supplying power. LED will remain lit while glasses are charging. When battery is fully charged LED will go off.
4 Operation Viewing 3D Content 3D stereo visualization offers clear and sharp 3D images thanks to 3 chip DLP Imaging technology. This technique achieves channel separation using Xpand active shutter glasses. • Active shutter glasses turn on and off in rapid succession and stop light reaching your eyes.
On Press the button once (see “3D Glasses” on page 13). You will see the indicator light ramp from off to bright, and then turn off again. You are now in SIM2 Cinema mode and the glasses and the projector are synced. If, for any reason, the glasses behave differently, reset them (see below).
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• 2D display mode for normal 2D material. 3D Input Format adjustment is unavailable. PureMotion adjustment is available. 3D Input Format The SUPERLUMIS checks AVI infoframe data and input signal resolution in order to determine the appropriate 3D format. When automatic detection of 3D format is not possible, choose one of the following options: •...
Table 4.1 Signal 3D Format HDMI 1.4a 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/24 Hz Frame Packing Side by Side Top and Bottom 1920 x 1080p @ 25 Hz Side by Side Top and Bottom 1920 x 1080p @ 29.97/30 Hz Side by Side Top and Bottom 1920 x 1080p @ 50 Hz Side by Side...
• To enter the Input menu press: Key 0 on the remote control or Source on the projector keypad. • To select an input press the corresponding number on the remote control, or: 1. ▴ or ▾ on the remote control or on the keypad to highlight the input ●...
Picture This menu section provides access to common image quality adjustments. Adjustments not available for a given input are not displayed in the menu (See Table for details). Table 4.3 RGBS Video HDMI 1/2 YPrPb Graphics Brightness ● ● ● ●...
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Color This control (also called Saturation) increases or decreases the picture color intensity. When set to zero, color images are shown in black and white. Increase the value until the colors appear natural: suitable references include skin tones and the green in grass in landscape shots.
DynamicBlack This function improves the level of black and increases the depth and the detail of the image especially in parts with low and medium brightness. DynamicBlack regulates light based on the informative content of the image being projected. Available settings are Off, Video and Movie.
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• Letterbox displays a 4:3 letterbox image (source signal with black bands above and below the picture) in such a way that it fills the 16:9 screen and maintains the correct aspect. This aspect ratio is also recommended when using Anamorphic Lenses.
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To accurately set the Primaries and White Point you will need access to specialized color measuring equipment and also the knowledge to use such equipment. Alternatively, contact the SIM2 Authorized Dealer where you purchased your product and ask them to arrange for an ISF certified calibrator to set up your projector.
Keystone may cause artifacts in the image and may not be available when displaying specific 3D content (see Table 4.2). SIM2 recommends that you use this feature only when necessary. Variable Iris Controls the iris in the the optical engine. Larger values increase brightness and smaller values increase contrast in the projected image.
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connected to the specific RCA connectors and the sync signal is connected to the Video input Projection Lens To set the custom settings for zoom, focus, vertical and/or horizontal shift is necessary to enter the SETUP menu, Projection Lens or more quickly by pressing the F1 button on the remote control.
Menu This menu section provides access to OSD adjustments. Language Selects the desired OSD language. The SUPERLUMIS can display the menus in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Swedish, Portuguese, Russian and Simplified Chinese. Source List Allows customization of the Input list. To change the status of an input: 1.
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Source Information When enabled (Yes), the projector displays information about the current input signal every time a new signal is detected. If disabled (No) no information is displayed. Help Menu When enabled, the Help bar (providing tips for menu navigation) is displayed at the bottom of the main menu.
Memories You can store and recall at a later time up to six different sets of values (Memories) per input type, so that you have customized setups for each viewing condition. Each memory saves the main image settings that are available for a given input type. Refer Table 4.5 for details.
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The confirmation message “Current settings saved in Memory (1-6)” is displayed. The icon at the left of the memory name now indicates that custom values are stored. If desired, repeat the steps above to save additional memories in different locations. Note: You can change the name of each memory.
Auto settings at any time, provided that you do not exit Memory menu by pressing Esc. Info Displays a summary of the projector settings This function is displayed by pressing Info on the remote control. Quick Menus The quick menus provide access to the main adjustments that affect image quality without opening the main menu.
Wait at least 30 minutes and then turn the projector back on. • Check the Status Display for any errors. Contact your SIM2 Authorized Dealer for assistance if the error persists. •...
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3D content is displayed as two near-identical images • If they are next to each other, press the 3D key on the remote control and then choose Side by Side 3D Input Format. • If they are one above the other, press the 3D key on the remote control and then choose Top and Bottom 3D Input Format.
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