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INSTALLERS:
PRODUCT OWNERS: Please contact your authorised Meridian/Faroudja dealer for product or
NOTE:
D-ILA 1080MF2
HD D-ILA Digital Video Projector
PRELIMINARY
Installation and Operation Manual
Please review this manual carefully before contacting Technical Support.
installation questions.
The remote control supplied with this unit may differ from that shown in
this preliminary manual.
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- Page 1 D-ILA 1080MF2 HD D-ILA Digital Video Projector PRELIMINARY Installation and Operation Manual INSTALLERS: Please review this manual carefully before contacting Technical Support. PRODUCT OWNERS: Please contact your authorised Meridian/Faroudja dealer for product or installation questions. NOTE: The remote control supplied with this unit may differ from that shown in this preliminary manual.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
CAUTION: – All operating instructions should be followed. – Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be Changes or modification not approved by Meridian could easily unplugged. void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do NOTE: not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. - Page 3 – The product should be placed more than one foot away from – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventila- heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, and tion. These ensure reliable operation of the product and pro- tect it from overheating.
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Page 4: Power Connection
Safety Precaution (continued) POWER CONNECTION POWER CONNECTION (United Kingdom only) WARNING: Do not cut off the main plug from this equipment. WARNING: If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then Do not cut off the main plug from this equipment. -
Page 5: Caution
Caution About Burning-in of D-ILA Device Maintenance Procedures ● Do not allow the same still picture to be pro- ● Clean dirt on the cabinet jected for a long time or an abnormally bright with a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, soak a cloth in video image to be projected. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......... 2 Adjustments and Settings Using Menus ..... 22 Menu Structure ..............22 Caution ..............5 Menu Operation Buttons ........... 23 Accessories .............. 6 Procedures for Menu Operation ........24 Menu Configuration ............25 Controls and Features ..........7 Front Side/ Top Surface/ Left Side ........ -
Page 7: Controls And Features
Controls and Features Front Side/Top Surface/Left Side Using the carrying handle Control Panel Air Inlets (3 locations: front, right, bottom of unit) For details, please refer to ‘Control Panel’. (☞ Page 10) The air inlets absorb air to cool the interior of the unit. Do not block or allow warm air to blow into them. -
Page 8: Rear Side/ Right Side/ Bottom Surface
Controls and Features (continued) Rear Side/Right Side/Bottom Surface Bottom Surface Blocked as it is not in use. Opening it forcibly will cause damage to the unit. Connector Panel Remote Sensor (Rear) For details, please refer to ‘Connector Panel’. When operating with the remote control, aim it towards (☞... -
Page 9: Connector Panel
Connector Panel SYNC SERVICE RS-232C CONTROL VIDEO IN [SYNC OUT] Terminal [RS-232C] Terminal (D-sub 9 Pin) This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not This is the RS-232C interface-specific terminal. This unit use it. can be controlled by a computer connected externally. Using it may give rise to error or malfunction of the unit. -
Page 10: Control Panel
Controls and Features (continued) Control Panel STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE MENU EXIT ENTER PRESET HIDE [TEMP] Indicator [OPERATE] Indicator Blinking : Indicates that temperature inside this unit is ab- Light on: When this unit is in operation (during projec- normally high. -
Page 11: Indicator Display On The Control Panel
Indicator Display on the Control Panel In addition to the standby mode, operate mode and cool down mode*, this unit also displays other operational states using different combination of indicators. ● Please refer to Page 28 for explanations on warning indication for * and Page 33 for * [STAND BY] light on [OPERATE] light on... -
Page 12: Remote Control
Controls and Features (continued) Remote Control [MENU] Button Press this button to display the menu. Pressing this but- ton when the menu is displayed clears the menu. (☞ Pages 23, 24) Cursor [5/∞/2/3] Buttons Use these buttons when adjusting the menu items. OPERATE (☞... -
Page 13: Loading Batteries Into The Remote Control
Loading Batteries into the Remote Control Load batteries into the remote control. If the remote control starts to function erratically, replace the batteries. Open the back cover Precautions for Using Batteries Press the back cover slightly and slide it in the direction of If batteries are incorrectly used, they may crack or leak. -
Page 14: Installing The Projector
Installing the Projector Precautions for Installation Please read the following carefully when installing this unit. Installation Environment Precaution for Usage This unit is a precision device. Do not install it at the following This unit uses a light-source lamp which reaches high tem- places. -
Page 15: Projector And Screen Installation
Projector and Screen Installation The optimum image can be obtained when the center of this unit lens and the screen are placed perpendicular to each other. Take note of the projection angle when placing them. Failing to do so may give rise to trapezoidal distortion of the projected image. -
Page 16: Screen Size And Projection Distance
Installing the Projector (continued) Screen Size and Projection Distance ● This unit uses a 1.3x manual zoom lens for projection. ● Although the focusable projection distance is about 1.5 m to 12 m, the projection distance recommendable for performance is about 2 m to 8 m. Install this unit within this range and adjust the screen size when the aspect ratio of the screen is 16:9. Screen Installation Screen 90˚... -
Page 17: Effective Range Of Remote Control Unit
Effective Range of Remote Control Unit The operable distance of the remote control unit is about 7 m for direct reception. The remote control unit can be used by having the transmission signal reflected off a screen. ● If the fluorescent lamp is lit, the remote control unit might not function properly. When reflecting off a screen Ensure that total of distance A between this unit and screen and distance B between remote control and screen is within 7 m. -
Page 18: Connecting To Various Devices
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and the device to be connected. Connecting to digital video processors ● Read the manual that is supplied with the digital video processor thoroughly. ●... -
Page 19: Connecting The Power Cord (Supplied)
Connecting the Power Cord (supplied) After all devices have been connected, connect the supplied power cord. Connect the supplied power cord to the power in- put terminal of this unit Insert the main plug of the supplied power cord into the wall outlet Power Cord (supplied) (e.g.) Cautions Against Fire and Electric Shock... -
Page 20: Basic Operations Procedures
Basic Operation Procedures If setting for this unit is not completed, please refer to “Adjustments and Settings Using Menus”(☞ Page 22) upon turning on the power and perform the required setting accordingly. Once the basic setting is completed, this unit can be used by simply performing the following operation procedures. -
Page 21: Hiding The Image Temporarily
Hiding the image temporarily Press [HIDE] ● The displayed image will disappear. ● Press [HIDE] again to restore the image. Turning off the power STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE Press the [OPERATE] button on this unit (or the [OPERATE OFF] button on the remote control unit) for 1 second or more ●... -
Page 22: Adjustments And Settings Using Menus
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus The menus displayed on the screen are used to perform adjustment and setting for this unit. Menu Structure The menus of this unit have the following structure. Main Menu Submenu (Setting Menu) Gamma Gamma NORMAL CUSTOM Gamma Gamma... -
Page 23: Menu Operation Buttons
Menu Operation Buttons The menus are operated using buttons on this unit or remote control unit. Button Function This Unit Remote Control Unit Displays the main menu. MENU ● Press to clear the menu screen MENU when the menu is displayed. Confirm the selected item on the main menu. -
Page 24: Procedures For Menu Operation
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus (continued) Procedures for Menu Operation Press the [MENU] button ● The main menu is displayed on the screen. Display of the menu item currently selected becomes solid and icon of the NORMAL NORMAL CUST CUSTOM Gamma Gamma Image adjust... -
Page 25: Menu Configuration
Menu Configuration Item values shown in { } are factory settings. 3 “Options” Menu The following items can be set at the “Options” menu. 1 “Image adjust” Menu “Menu display” To adjust images. Adjusts the display duration of the menu screen. On the “Image adjust”... -
Page 26: Screen Masking
Screen Masking Images for which quality at the outer area has deteriorated can be projected by masking (hiding) the outer area of the projected image. Project image onto the screen Image for which the outer area has deteriorated Press the [MENU] button ●... -
Page 27: Picture Shift Setting
Picture Shift Setting When projecting images with black bands at the top and bottom (cinema image), use this to move the image up or down while retaining one of the black bands at the upper or lower end. Project image onto the screen 2.35:1 Cinema Image Press the [MENU] button ●... -
Page 28: Guarantee
Replacing the Lamp Light-source Lamp and Lamp Usage Time The light-source lamp has a service life. The life of lamps used for this unit is about 2000 hours. ● The lamp life of 2000 hours is merely the average life span of lamps and we do not provide any guarantee for this figure. The lamp life may not reach 2000 hours depending on the operating conditions. - Page 29 Loosen the screws on the lamp unit and Handle lift up the handle ● Loosen the 2 screws with a ª screwdriver. Pull out the lamp unit Lamp Unit Insert the new lamp unit until it is fully in Caution Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp directly with your hand or stain it.
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Page 30: Resetting Lamp Time
Replacing the Lamp (continued) Resetting Lamp Time After installing a new lamp (lamp unit), reset the lamp time. The lamp time counter will be reset and a new count will start. If display of the accumulated lamp time has reached 2000 hours, this unit will not work (lamp does not light up) unless the lamp time is reset. -
Page 31: Cleaning And Replacing The Filter
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Clean the filter regularly or air intake efficiency may deteriorate and malfunction may occur. If the filter is extremely dirty and cannot be cleaned, or if it is damaged, replace the filter with a new one (lower filter: LC32087-002A / inner filter: LC32058- 002A). -
Page 32: What To Do When These Messages Are Displayed
What to do when these messages are displayed Message Cause (Details) No device is connected to the DVI terminal. The terminal is connected but there is no signal output. [ Input the video signals. No Signal DVI-D When lamp time reaches 1000 hours [ A message indicating “1000 h”... -
Page 33: What To Do When These Messages Are Displayed . 32 Warning Indication
Warning Indication About warning indicators If abnormality occurs in this unit during projection, the warning mode will be triggered and the type of abnormality will be indicated by a combination of indicators displayed on the control panel. This unit will then automatically stop projection and run the cooling fan for about 90 seconds. -
Page 34: Power Cord
Troubleshooting Before sending the unit to your authorized dealer for repair, check the following points. Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action Reference Page • Is the power cord disconnected? • Insert the power cord (plug) firmly. Power is not • Is the lamp cover properly shut? •... -
Page 35: Terminal Description
Terminal Description Pin Arrangement RS-232C Terminal Signal Name Pin No. Pin No. Signal Name 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 DVI Terminal Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name TMDS data 2- TMDS data 2+ TMDS +5 V power supply TMDS data 2/4 shield Earth (+5 V) Hot plug detection... -
Page 36: Rs-232C External Control
Terminal Description (continued) RS-232C External Control Control of this unit via a computer is possible by connecting the computer to this unit with a RS-232C cross cable (D-sub 9 pins). The commands to control this unit and the response data format against the received commands are explained here. For details, please consult your authorized dealer. - Page 37 3 Special parameters Parameters for input video image format Character Meaning Operation mode parameters Character Meaning 0000 30h 30h 30h 30h Standby mode 0001 30h 30h 30h 31h Power-on mode 0002 30h 30h 30h 32h Cool down mode 0004 30h 30h 30h 34h Emergency mode 3.
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Page 38: Specifications
Specifications Model Name/ Article Name D-ILA1080MF2 D-ILA Home Theatre Projector Emission Method D-ILA* (Reflective Active Matrix Principle) Display Panel/Size D-ILA Device* /0.82" (1920 pixels x 1080 pixels) x 3 (Total no. of pixels: Approx. 6,220,000) Projection Lens x 1.3 zoom lens (1.8:1 to 2.35:1) (Zoom/Focus adjustment: manual) Light-source Lamp 250 W Ultra-high Pressure Mercury Lamp [Part No.: BHL5006-S / Rating: 250 W]... - Page 39 Dimensions (Unit: mm) Bottom M6 (Depth: 10 mm) 67.5 92.3 Mounting screw should be more than 6 Center of Lens mm but less than 10 mm in length. Side Front 36.2...
- Page 40 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Note that some of the pictures and illustrations may have been abridged, enlarged or contextualised in order to aid comprehension. Images may differ from the actual product. Meridian Audio Limited Meridian America Inc Latham Road, 8055 Troon Circle, Suite C...
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