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  • Page 1 SHOWlite 6000gv/5000sx LCD Projector User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Low Voltage directive has been compiled by the signatory below and is available for inspection by the relevant enforcement authorities. The CE mark was first applied in June 2003 to SHOWlite5000sx and SHOWlite 6000gv. Signed: Authority: D.J. Quinn, Director - Product Development...

  • Page 3: Important Information

    Your serial number is located on the bottom of your SHOWlite modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by 6000gv/SHOWlite 5000sx+. Record it here: Digital Projection in this manual. Failure to comply with this gov- ernment regulation could void your right to operate this equip- CAUTION ment.
  • Page 4 Never use strong detergents or solvents such ject removed by a qualified Digital Projection service personnel. as alcohol or thinner. 3. Do not place any liquids on top of your projector.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Security ................8-24 m Turning off the Projector ............3-7 Tools ..................8-25 Timer ................. 8-25 Using Capture (SHOWlite 6000gv only) ......8-27 4. Convenient Features Using PC Card Files ............8-27 z Turning Off the Image and Sound ........... 4-2 Using ChalkBoard .............

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction z What's in the Box? ............ 1-2 x Introduction to the Projector ........1-3 c Getting to Know Your Projector ......... 1-4 Attaching the lens hood cap to the lens hood with the supplied string and rivet . 1-6 Carrying the Projector ..................

  • Page 7: What's In The Box

    Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your Projector. NOTE: Lenses are optional. Order lenses from your Digital Projection dealer. Terminal cover...

  • Page 8: Introduction To The Projector

    XGA LCD projector. With the • Easy set up and operation SHOWlite 5000sx+/SHOWlite 6000gv you will be able to project • Eco-mode™ lamp technology for increased lamp life and en- images up to 500" (measured diagonally) from your DVD player,...

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Projector

    1. Introduction c Getting to Know Your Projector Controls Terminal panel (Left) Lens hood Lamp cover 1 (Right) D IO L/ M D IO Terminal panel (Right) L/ M D IO R /C G /Y V ID S -V ID E B /C L/ M L/ M...
  • Page 10 1. Introduction Depression for foot (4 locations) Speaker 5W (Stereo) Remote sensor Remote sensor Ventilation (outlet) Air filter (Left) Lamp cover 2 (Left) Ventilation (outlet) Remote sensor Air filter (Right) Ventilation (inlet) Remote sensor...

  • Page 11: Attaching The Lens Hood Cap To The Lens Hood With The Supplied String And Rivet

    1. Introduction Attaching the lens hood cap to the lens hood with the supplied string and rivet 1. Thread the string through the hole on the lens hood cap. Lens hood cap String 2. Use the rivet to attach the string to the bottom of the projector. Rivet Carrying the Projector Always carry your projector by the handle.

  • Page 12: Top Features

    1. Introduction Top Features 3D REFORM AUTO ADJUST LEFT LENS SHIFT RIGHT SELECT DOWN FOCUS ZOOM ON/STAND BY PC CARD 1 PC CARD 2 LAMP 1 LAMP 2 STATUS POWER 7. AUTO ADJUST Button 1. POWER Button (ON / STAND BY)( Use this button to adjust Position-H/V and Pixel Clock/Phase Use this button to turn the power on and off when the main for an optimal picture.

  • Page 13: Terminal Panel Features

    1. Introduction Terminal Panel Features DVI AUDIO Input Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) This is where you connect the audio output from your com- puter when connected to the DVI input. A commercially avail- able audio cable is required. 4. RGB OUT Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) You can use this connector to loop your computer image to an AUDIO external monitor from the RGB 1 or 2 input source.
  • Page 14 Main Power switch, the POWER indica- Insert a PC card, commercially available flash memory card or tor turns orange and the projector is in standby mode. See Digital Projection optional wireless LAN card here. page 3-2. There are two slots: Slot 1 and Slot 2.

  • Page 15: Remote Control Features

    1. Introduction v Remote Control Features 1. POWER ON Press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds to turn on the projector when the main power is supplied and the projector is in standby mode or idle mode. 2.
  • Page 16 1. Introduction 10. UNDO 22. AMPLITUDE (G) Press to return the adjustments and settings to the previous Service personnel only. condition. While pressing and holding CTL, pressing this but- When the test pattern is displayed, while pressing and holding ton clears the entire menus or adjustment/setting screen. At CTL, pressing this button displays a green test pattern.

  • Page 17: Remote Control Precautions

    1. Introduction Remote Control Precautions Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control • The remote control system may not function when direct sunlight or The infrared signal operates by line-of-sight up to a distance of strong illumination strikes the remote control sensor of the main unit, or approximately 7m (20 feet) and a 60 degree angle of the remote when there is an obstacle in the path.

  • Page 18: Using The Remote Control In Wired Operation

    1. Introduction Using the Remote Control in Wired Operation Connect one end of the supplied remote cable to the REMOTE 2 IN mini jack and the other end to the remote jack on the remote control. NOTE: Do not use this jack for anything other than intended use. Connecting the wired remote control to the SC.

  • Page 19: Installation

    Installation z Setting Up Your Projector .......... 2-2 Screen Size and Projection Distance ..............2-2 x Lens Shift Adjustable Range ........2-4 c Optional Lens Installation ......... 2-6 v Making Connections ..........2-8 Connecting Your PC or Macintosh ............... 2-8 To connect Scart Output .................

  • Page 20: Setting Up Your Projector

    2. Installation This chapter describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources. z Setting Up Your Projector Your Projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: 1.
  • Page 21 2. Installation GT24ZLB (H 2.2) -(H 3.2) GT19ZL (H 1.7) -(H 2.2) GT10RLB (H 1.0) GT13ZLB (H 1.2) -(H 1.5) GT20ZL (H 2.0) -(H 2.6) GT34ZLB (H 3.2) -(H 4.8) Throw distance For screen sizes between 40" and 500" not indicated on the above table, use formulas below. Projection Distance= Screen Width (H) Lens Magnification Throw distance for GT10RLB (m/inch)=H...

  • Page 22: Lens Shift Adjustable Range

    2. Installation x Lens Shift Adjustable Range The top right diagram shows the location of the image position in the lens. The lens can be shifted within the shaded area as shown using the normal projection position as a starting point. Maximum Possible Range for GT20ZL: 0.5 V (V: height of projected image)
  • Page 23 2. Installation Lens Shift Adjustable Range (continued) The top right diagram shows the location of the image position in the lens. The lens can be shifted within the shaded area as shown using the normal projection position as a starting point. Maximum Possible Range for GT13ZLB/GT19ZL/GT24ZLB/GT34ZLB: Values in parentheses for GT13ZLB.

  • Page 24: Optional Lens Installation

    2. Installation c Optional Lens Installation This section describes how to install the lens. Before installation * Determine the optional lens to be used to obtain a desired projection distance. There are six optional lenses available: GT13ZLB, GT19ZL, GT20ZL, GT24ZLB and GT34ZLB (Zoom lens) GT10RLB (Short throw fixed-focus lens) * Press the power button (ON/STAND BY) on the projector or POWER OFF button on the remote control for a minimum of two seconds to turn off the power, wait 90 seconds (2 minutes in the optional Long Life lamp 001-716) for the cooling fan to stop, turn off the main power switch then disconnect...
  • Page 25 2. Installation 3. Mount the lens unit on the projector and connect the extension cable attached to the projector. q Remove the lens cap from the rear end of the lens unit. NOTE: Leave the front lens cap for protection while mounting the lens unit. w Insert the lens unit so that the 4 screws on the lens unit are properly lined up with the 4 holes on the lens mount.

  • Page 26: Making Connections

    2. Installation v Making Connections NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect between the projector and the notebook PC before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases signal cannot be output from RGB output unless the notebook PC is turned on after connecting with the projector. * If the screen goes blank while using your remote control, it may be the result of the computer's screen-saver or power management software.

  • Page 27: To Connect Scart Output

    To RGB 2 IN tor. Commercially available Female ADP-SC1 SCART cable NOTE: The ADP-SC1 SCART adapter is obtainable from your Digital Projection dealer. Contact your Digital Projection dealer for more information. Connecting an External Monitor AUDIO RGB 1 AUDIO OUT...

  • Page 28: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    2. Installation Connecting Your DVD Player AUDIO AUDIO OUT RGB 1 SLOT 1 SLOT 2 RGB 1 USB A USB B PC CARD L/MONO L/MONO PC CONTROL AUDIO RGB 2 R/Cr REMOTE 1 RGB OUT Optional 15-pin-to-RCA RGB 2 B/Cb SC TRIGGER REMOTE 2 VIDEO...

  • Page 29: Connecting Your Vcr Or Laser Disc Player

    2. Installation Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player AUDIO AUDIO OUT RGB 1 SLOT 1 SLOT 2 USB A USB B PC CARD L/MONO L/MONO PC CONTROL AUDIO RGB 2 R/Cr REMOTE 1 RGB OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO B/Cb SC TRIGGER REMOTE 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO...

  • Page 30: Connecting To A Network

    2. Installation Connecting to a Network With the LAN connection, you can control the projector over the network using a computer to switch the unit on/off, select the input and others. * To control the projector over the network using a computer, use the Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 contained on the User Supportware CD-ROM or the HTTP Server feature.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Supplied Power Cable

    2. Installation Connecting the Supplied Power Cable Connect the supplied power cable to the projector. First connect the supplied power cable's three-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cable in the wall outlet.
  • Page 32 Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) z Turning on the Projector ..........3-2 x Selecting a Source ........... 3-3 c Adjusting the Picture Size and Position ....3-3 v Correcting the Horizontal and Vertical Keystone Distortion (DigiScale - 3D Reform)3-4 b Optimizing RGB Picture Automatically ....... 3-6 n Turning Up or Down Volume ........

  • Page 33: Turning On The Projector

    3. Projecting an Image This chapter describes how to turn on the projector and to project a pic- 2. Press the ENTER button to execute the selection. ture onto the screen. z Turning on the Projector 3D REFORM AUTO ADJUST SELECT NOTE: •...

  • Page 34: Selecting A Source

    3. Projecting an Image x Selecting a Source c Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Selecting the computer or video source 1. Turn on the projector 2. Select your type of projector orientation. Using the Remote Control Desktop front, ceiling rear, desktop rear, and ceiling front. POWER Press the Source/Number button (0-9) to se- lect input.

  • Page 35: Reform)

    (3) Press and hold the CTL button and press the FOCUS + or - button shaped screen with a Digital Projection projector. Additionally, this to obtain the best focus. You can also adjust the focus by using the program allows control of the projector via a computer.
  • Page 36 3. Projecting an Image 3. Press the 3D REFORM button on the projector cabinet or the KEY- When using the remote control or cabinet buttons: STONE button on the remote control. The Cornerstone adjustment screen is displayed. 1. Project an image so that the screen is smaller than the area of the The Cornerstone adjustment screen will disappear when you move the raster.

  • Page 37: Optimizing Rgb Picture Automatically

    3. Projecting an Image b Optimizing RGB Picture Automatically 8. Use the SELECT button to select another icon which points in the direction. Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing RGB image automatically Press the Auto Adjust button to optimize an RGB image automatically. [Poor picture] Screen 3D REFORM...

  • Page 38: Turning Off The Projector

    3. Projecting an Image m Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector: First press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote control for a minimum of two seconds. The POWER indicator will glow orange. After the projector turns off, the cooling fans keep operating for 90 seconds (2 minutes in the op- tional Long Life lamp 001-716) (Cooling-off time).

  • Page 39: Convenient Features

    Convenient Features z Turning Off the Image and Sound ......4-2 x Enlarging and Moving a Picture ........ 4-2 c Getting the On-line Help and Information ....4-2 v Using a USB Mouse ..........4-3 b Using a USB HUB Function ........4-3 n Changing Background Logo ........

  • Page 40: Turning Off The Image And Sound

    4. Convenient Features z Turning Off the Image and Sound x Enlarging and Moving a Picture Press the MUTE PICTURE button to turn off the image and sound for a You can enlarge the area you want up to 400 percent. short period of time.

  • Page 41: Using A Usb Mouse

    4. Convenient Features v Using the USB Mouse Operate the PC mouse using the USB mouse Using a commercially available USB mouse gives you smooth operation. AUDIO AUDIO OUT RGB 1 OPTION 1 OPTION 2 MOUSE/HUB PC CARD L/MONO L/MONO PC CONTROL AUDIO MOUSE/HUB...

  • Page 42: Changing Background Logo

    Clear ... Left-click to clear the drawing completely from the a logo for the background. ChalkBoard screen. Drive .... Switches between PC Card slot. (SHOWlite 6000gv only) Hide ..... Hides the tool bar by left-clicking. Right-clicking anywhere on the screen displays the ChalkBoard tool bar again.

  • Page 43: Lens Memory

    4. Convenient Features , Lens Memory This function serves to store the adjusted value when using the Shift, Focus, and Zoom buttons of the projector or the remote control. Reference memory: Reference Point ..Adjusted settings are stored in memory as a reference com- mon to all the input sources.

  • Page 44: Using The Viewer

    Using the Viewer z Making the Most out of the Viewer Function ..... 5-2 x Operating the Viewer Function from the Projector (playback) ..............5-3...

  • Page 45: Making The Most Out Of The Viewer Function

    Each PC card must be inserted slowly one at a time. Features Inserting the PC Card You can view presentation data, capture (SHOWlite 6000gv only), • Hold the PC card horizontally and insert it slowly into PC card slot and play images on the projector.

  • Page 46: Operating The Viewer Function From The Projector (Playback)

    Setup dialog box. 02 : 0004 / 0008 Delete ..Deletes a captured slide(s) or all the captured slides in the Capture - specific folder. (SHOWlite 6000gv only) View ..Hides the tool bar while you are playing back. Press- ing the MENU button or clicking with the right button of a mouse shows it again.
  • Page 47 See page 8-15. Storing Images Displayed on the Projector on the PC card (Capture) [SHOWlite 6000gv only] Captured images with higher resolution than the projector's native resolution can- The Capture features allows you to capture an image from a not be displayed correctly.
  • Page 48 5. Using the Viewer Deleting Captured Images Using the Delete button on the tool bar for Viewer can delete captured images. Delete Prev Play Jump Drive View Setup Next Stop Select To delete captured images: 1. Select Viewer and display a folder list of captured images. 2.

  • Page 49: Using The Projector In A Network

    Using the Projector in a Network z Introduction ..............6-2 x Supported Projectors ..........6-3 c Equipment Connections and Settings ......6-4 v Software Installation ........... 6-5 b Starting/Exiting the Software........6-6 n Troubleshooting ............6-7...

  • Page 50: Introduction

    *1: Please purchase a commercially available PCMCIA Type 2 (ATA specification) flash memory card. Thank you for your purchase of the Digital Projection portable *2: Please check the network environment on the next page. projector (hereafter referred to as "unit" or "projector").

  • Page 51: Supported Projectors

    A LAN that supports TCP/IP or a wireless LAN environment is a requirement. (when used) • For information on supported LAN cards, contact Digital Projection • For wireless LAN connection, use Digital Projection optional wireless LAN card (001-723 or 001- 762 for France). Supported OS...

  • Page 52: Equipment Connections And Settings

    PC CARD slot 1 or 2 of the projector.) • Serial cable (A commercially available RS-232C cross cable for (2) Switch on the projector power and project to the screen. (chapter 3) SHOWlite 6000gv/5000sx (3) Switch to the advanced menu. Connection at the Projector Side 1.

  • Page 53: Software Installation

    6. Using the Projector in a Network v Software Installation 7. Now, follow the operations described in the screen messages. When the uninstall procedure is completed, there will be a return to the "Add/Remove Programs Properties" screen. NOTE • Windows 98 operations will be described in examples given here. 8.

  • Page 54: Starting/Exiting The Software

    6. Using the Projector in a Network b Starting/Exiting the Software Exit the Software 1. Click [Exit]. Viewer PPT Converter 2.0 will close. Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 Start the Software Image Express Utility 1.0 Preparation: Start the Software Install the software on the personal computer from the supplied Preparation: CD-ROM.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    6. Using the Projector in a Network n Troubleshooting In this section, the software names have been abbreviated as follows: Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 to DIU 2.0, Viewer PPT Converter 2.0 to PPTC 2.0, and Image Express Utility 1.0 to IEU 1.0. <Problem>...
  • Page 56 6. Using the Projector in a Network <Problem> Projection to the screen is not possible when using the LAN environment. (DIU 2.0, IEU 1.0) Countermeasures Check Points Have LAN cards (i.e., adapters) been put into both the personal Put LAN cards (i.e., adapters) into both the personal computer computer and the projector? and the projector.
  • Page 57 (except SHOWlite 5000sx The resolution of SHOWlite 6000gv, is 1024 x 768 dots. Select the resolution to 1024 x 768 on your PC for sending an image to SHOWlite 5000sx <Problem>...
  • Page 58 6. Using the Projector in a Network 6-10...

  • Page 59: Setting Up For Double Stacking In Link Mode

    Setting Up for Double Stacking in Link Mode z Stacking and Connecting the Projectors ....7-2 x Adjusting and Registering Signals to Be Projected ... 7-5 c Adjusting the Lens Shift, Zoom and Focus to Clearly Display all projected patterns........ 7-5 v Link Mode Setting .............

  • Page 60: Stacking And Connecting The Projectors

    NOTE: Up to two units can be gravity stacked without external support. In some cases, however, two images will not align on the screen correctly. This will become more apparent when displaying small text and detailed graphics. NOTE: Do not stack both the SHOWlite 6000gv and 5000sx projectors together. Master projector...
  • Page 61 1541.0 39.14 NOTE: • The optional lenses for SHOWlite 6000gv/5000sx have different geometrical distortions in wide zoom and tele. Select the best zoom position for stacking where the geometrical distortion is as small as possible. • The optional lens GT10RLB does not support stacking.
  • Page 62 7. Setting Up for Double Stacking in Link Mode z-3. Hookup z-3-1. Use commercially available RGB signal cables to connect the RGB output of the master projector to the RGB input of the slave projector until all the projectors are connected. z-3-2.

  • Page 63: Adjusting And Registering Signals To Be Projected

    7. Setting Up for Double Stacking in Link Mode x Adjusting and Registering Signals to Be c Adjusting the Lens Shift, Zoom and Fo- Projected cus to Clearly Display all projected patterns x-1. Display a desired input signal on the master projector. c-1.

  • Page 64: List Of Menu Items Available In Link Mode

    7. Setting Up for Double Stacking in Link Mode b List of Menu Items Available in Link Mode Available Menu Items NOTE Source Select Sound Menu Link Mode On/Off Timer Sleep Timer Source Information Projector Information Direct Button NOTE LENS SHIFT Projector FOCUS Projector...

  • Page 65: Using On-Screen Menu

    Using On-Screen Menu z Basic Menu Operation ....... 8-2 Projector Options ........8-13 x List of Direct Button Combinations .... 8-3 Menu ...........8-13 c Menu tree ........... 8-4 Setup ...........8-15 v Menu Descriptions & Functions ....8-7 Lamp Settings ........8-18 Adjust (Source) ......... 8-8 Link Mode ..........

  • Page 66: Basic Menu Operation

    8. Using On-Screen Menu z Basic Menu Operation Customizing the Menu The Custom menu can be customized to meet your requirements. Using the Menus Selecting a menu item from the "Custom Menu Edit" list, allows you to custom tailor the menu items to your needs. NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected.

  • Page 67: List Of Direct Button Combinations

    8. Using On-Screen Menu x List of Direct Button Combinations CTL+ Input (1-10) Switches to any selected signal found in the Entry List. To enable this combination, you must first assign specific remote buttons for direct input selection in the Entry Edit window. CTL+ ENTER (While displaying Entry list) Displays the selected signal.

  • Page 68: Menu Tree

    8. Using On-Screen Menu c Menu tree NOTE: The item appears dimmed on the menu, it is unavailable. 1. RGB1 Advanced Menu 2. RGB2 Source Select 3. DVI(DIGITAL) Adjust (Source) 4. Video 5. S-Video Sound 6. Viewer Ref. Adjust 7. LAN Factory Default 8.
  • Page 69 Sync Termination RGB 1(Hi-Z/75Ω) Page 2 Viewer Options Show Folder List, Auto Play/Manual Play, Interval (5-300 sec) Capture Options* High Quality/Normal/High Compression * SHOWlite 6000gv only Mouse Button (Right Hand/Left Hand), Sensitivity (Fast/Medium/Slow) Operation Mode Select (Auto/Projector) Page 3 Signal Select...
  • Page 70 Enable/Disable, Keyword, Use Protect Key, Drive/Read/Register/Delete Timer On/Off Timer Execute Switch (Active/Inactive), Edit, Delete Sleep Timer Preset Time (Off/0:30/1:00/2:00/4:00/8:00/12:00/16:00) Capture (SHOWlite 6000gv only), PC Card Files, ChalkBoard Contents Source Information Page 1 Source Name/Input Terminal/Entry No./Horizontal Frequency/ Vertical Frequency/Sync Polarity...

  • Page 71: Menu Descriptions & Functions

    8. Using On-Screen Menu v Menu Descriptions & Functions Entering Alphanumeric Characters by Using the Menu Alphabet or numeric characters are used for your IP address or projector name. To enter IP Address or projector name, use the Source Select software keyboard.

  • Page 72: Adjust (Source)

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Edit ....Enables you to change source names or assign Video Adjust (not available for RGB) the direct key. Noise Reduction Source Name Enter a signal name. Up to 18 alphanumeric char- acters can be used. Input Terminal Select one of the three levels for reducing video noise: Low, Me- Change the input terminal.

  • Page 73: Picture Management

    8. Using On-Screen Menu DigiView - SweetVision 3D Y/C Separation This option turns on or off the 3 dimension separation feature. NOTE: This feature is available for NTSC3.58 of Video signal only. Picture Management The SweetVision feature provides improvement of contrast us- ing a proprietary detail enhancement technology.

  • Page 74: Image Options

    * While you are displaying an image with higher resolution than the projector's This feature adjusts the color temperature using the slide bar. native resolution (SHOWlite 5000sx : SXGA+ and SHOWlite 6000gv: XGA), "Reso- Checking "Color Temperature" enables the color temperature slide lution" is not available.

  • Page 75: Lens Memory

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Sync Protection Lens Memory This function serves to store or apply the adjusted value when When a VCR, DVD, or some other equipment that supports using the Shift, Focus and Zoom buttons on the projector or the Copyguard (a copy prevention system) is played back, the screen remote control.

  • Page 76: Ref. Adjust

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Position Ref. Adjust This feature adjusts the vertical position of the image when view- Using DigiScale - 3D Reform ing video with an aspect ratio selected. This feature corrects trapezoidal distortion so that the projected When some aspect ratios are selected in Image Options, the image is rectangular.

  • Page 77: Reference Lens Memory

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Reference Lens Memory [Ref. Lens Memmory] Including Entry List: Also deletes all the signals in the Entry List and returns to the factory preset. NOTE: Locked signals in Entry List cannot be deleted. Current Signal ....Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels.
  • Page 78 8. Using On-Screen Menu Selecting Menu Display Time [Page 2] This option allows you to select how long the projector waits after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu. The preset choices are "Manual", "Auto 5 sec", "Auto 15 sec", and "Auto 45 sec".

  • Page 79: Setup

    8. Using On-Screen Menu [Page 2] Setup [Page 1] Setting Viewer Options [Viewer Options] Show Folder List: If this option is checked, when the Viewer source is selected Selecting Projector Orientation [Orientation] on the projector, the folder lists will be displayed and allows This reorients your image for your type of projection.
  • Page 80 When "Auto Adjust" is set to "On", the projector automatically determines the best resolution for the current RGB input sig- nal to project an image using Digital Projection's DigiScale In- telligent Pixel Blending Technology. The image can be automatically adjusted for position and sta- bility;...
  • Page 81 8. Using On-Screen Menu Enabling Last Memory [Last Memory] S-Video Mode Select: The projector stores the last signal data in memory for each This feature is used to select the S-Video signal detection mode. input (RGB1, RGB2, DVI DIGITAL, Video, S-Video and Slot 1/ This allows identifying of the S-Video signals with different as- pect ratio (16:9 and 4:3).

  • Page 82: Lamp Settings

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [Control Panel Key Lock] Lamp Type: This option turns on or off the Control Panel Key Lock function. The lamp type you use and its information are displayed here. The information displayed here are: NOTE: Light on or off, standard lamp or extended life (Long Life) lamp * This Control Panel Key Lock does not affect the remote control functions.

  • Page 83: Lan Mode

    • Connect an Ethernet LAN cable to the LAN port (RJ-45) of the projector for net- work connection. • Digital Projection's optional wireless LAN card is available. For more information on inserting or ejecting a LAN card, see page 5-2.
  • Page 84 8. Using On-Screen Menu Advanced Network Type (required for wireless only) IP Address Mode: Select communication method when using wireless LAN. An IP address can be automatically assigned to this projector by your DHCP server. If your network does not automatically assign IP address, ask your network administrator for an ad- Infrastructure dress, and then register it manually.
  • Page 85 8. Using On-Screen Menu DHCP WEP (for Wireless only) Depending on your network environment, acquiring an IP ad- Select this option whether using the WEP (Wired Equivalent Pri- dress from a DHCP server may not be possible. vacy) key for encryption or not. To use encryption, specify WEP Should this happen, consult your network administrator to make key.
  • Page 86 Mail Test Mail: Send a test mail to check if your settings are correct. NOTE: If you entered an incorrect address in a test, you may not receive an Alert mail. Should this happen, check if the Recipient's Address is correctly set. NOTE: Unless any one of the "Sender's Address", "SMTP Server's Name"...

  • Page 87: Setting A Password

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Setting a Password Delete A password can be set for your projector to avoid operation by an unauthorized person. There are two password options: one for menu and the other for logo. When a password is set, doing any one of the following four op- erations will display the Password input screen.

  • Page 88: Security

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Security To register a PC card as a protect key. The Security function enables you to protect your projector so 1. Insert a PC card into the PC card slot of the projector. that the projector will not project a signal unless you enter a key- 2.

  • Page 89: Tools

    If you've lost your registered PC card, proceed as follows: the projector for three days or more, the built-in clock stops working. NOTE: Digital Projection or your dealer will provide you with your Release Code in On/Off Timer exchange for your registered keyword and Request Code.
  • Page 90 8. Using On-Screen Menu 3. Select “Edit” and press the ENTER button to open the Edit window. Enabling the On or Off Timer 1. To execute the setting, select “Active” . 4. Set the Day, Time (24 hours format), On-Time and Off-Time using the SELECT buttons and the Software keyboard (1 thru 10).

  • Page 91: Using Capture (Showlite 6000Gv Only)

    "Projector will turn off in 3 minutes" message will be displayed on the bottom of the screen. Using Capture (SHOWlite 6000gv only) Allows you to capture an image from a source that is currently being displayed. The image is saved as JPEG in the PC card.

  • Page 92: Projector Information

    8. Using On-Screen Menu Page 2 Page 2 Filter Usage, Projector Usage, Projector ID Signal Type, Video Type, Sync Type, Interlace, Direct Key Page 3 Projector Information Displays the information for your projector such as lamp usage, filter usage, version number and others. This dialog box has three pages.
  • Page 93 Maintenance z Replacing the Lamp ..........9-2 x Replacing or Cleaning the Filter ....... 9-3 c Cleaning the Cabinet and the Lens ......9-4...

  • Page 94: Replacing The Lamp

    CAUTION: Do not use a lamp other than the Digital Projection replace- ment lamp (Standard life lamp: 001-715 or Long Life lamp: 001-716).

  • Page 95: Replacing Or Cleaning The Filter

    9. Maintenance x Replacing or Cleaning the Filter The air-filter sponge prevents dust or dirt from getting the inside of the projector and should be cleaned after every 100 hours of operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is dirty or To replace the filter: clogged, your projector may overheat.

  • Page 96: Cleaning The Cabinet And The Lens

    9. Maintenance c Cleaning the Cabinet and the Lens 1. Turn off the projector before cleaning. 2. Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth. If heavily soiled, use a mild detergent. Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinner.

  • Page 97: Appendix

    Appendix z USB Memory Device or USB Memory Card Reader Support ..10-2 x Troubleshooting ............10-3 c Specifications ............10-5 v Cabinet Dimensions ..........10-7 b Pin Assignments of D-Sub RGB Input Connector .. 10-7 n Compatible Input Signal List ........10-8 m REMOTE 1 Connector ..........

  • Page 98: Usb Memory Device Or Usb Memory Card Reader Support

    10. Appendix z USB Memory Device or USB Memory Card Reader Support The projector is compatible with either a USB memory device or USB memory card reader which supports the viewer and secu- rity features. • To use a USB memory device or USB memory card reader, connect the device to the USB port (type A).

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    10. Appendix x Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Power Indicator Indicator Condition Projector Condition Note The main power is off – Blinking light Green blinking 0.5 sec ON, The projector is getting ready to turn on.
  • Page 100 10. Appendix Common Problems & Solutions Problem Check These Items Does not turn on • Check that the power cable is plugged in and that the main power switch on the projector is on. See pages 1- 9 and 2-11. •...

  • Page 101: Specifications

    SHOWlite 6000gv (Part No. 001-707)/SHOWLite 5000sx (Part No. 001-709) Optical LCD Panel 1.4" p-Si TFT active-matrix with Micro Lens Array, 1024 768 (SHOWlite 6000gv)/1400 1050(SHOWlite 5000sx ) native resolution* up to 1600 1200 with DigiScale - Advanced AccuBlend Technology Lamp Standard Lamp (Part No.
  • Page 102 Power Consumption 800W (Lamp Normal mode) (2 lamps) 660W (Lamp Eco mode) 1W on SHOWlite 6000gv / 1W on SHOWlite 5000sx (Standby) Mechanical Dimensions 20.4" (W) 9.5" (H) 21.6" (D) / 518 mm (W) 242 mm (H) 548 mm (D) (not including protrusions) Net Weight 40.6 lbs / 18.4 kg (not including lens)

  • Page 103: Cabinet Dimensions

    10. Appendix v Cabinet Dimensions POWER STATUS LAMP LAMP CARD CARD ON/STAND ZOOM FOCUS DOWN SELECT RIGHT SHIFT LENS LEFT ADJUST AUTO REFORM 2 (0.08) 259 (10.2) 6 (0.2) 518 (20.4) Lens center AUDIO AUDIO OUT RGB 1 SLOT 1 SLOT 2 MOUSE/HUB PC CARD...

  • Page 104: Compatible Input Signal List

    15.625 50 Interlaced #: Images in above flagged with # are compressed with DigiScale on SHOWlite 6000gv. @: Images in above flagged with # are compressed with DigiScale on SHOWlite 5000sx NOTE: Some composite sync signals may not be displayed correctly.

  • Page 105: Remote 1 Connector

    10. Appendix m REMOTE 1 Connector This connector is used for a third party external control device. Pin No. FUNCTION SHORT/OPEN External control mode ON SHORT External control mode OFF OPEN POWER ON SHORT POWER OFF OPEN SHORT PICTURE MUTE ON PICTURE MUTE OFF OPEN MUTE SOUND ON...

  • Page 106: Pc Control Codes And Cable Connection

    10. Appendix , PC Control Codes and Cable Connection . Using Software Keyboard PC Control Codes Function Code Data POWER ON 02H 00H 00H 00H 00H 02H POWER OFF 02H 01H 00H 00H 00H 03H INPUT SELECT RGB 1 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 01H 09H INPUT SELECT RGB 2 02H 03H 00H 00H 02H 01H 02H 0AH INPUT SELECT VIDEO...

  • Page 107: Operation Using An Http Browser

    10. Appendix ⁄0 Operation Using an HTTP Browser Structure of the HTTP Server Overview The use of HTTP server functions will allow control of the projec- tor from a web browser without the installation of special soft- ware. Please be sure to use “Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x” or a higher version for the web browser.
  • Page 108 10. Appendix Source Select: This switches the input connector of the projector. RGB1 ...... Switches to the RGB 1 connector. RGB2 ...... Switches to the RGB 2 connector. DVI(DIGITAL) ... Switches to the DVI connector. Video ....... Switches to the Video connector. S-Video ....

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