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DATA PROJECTOR
V-1080/V-807
User's Manual
Digital Light Processing, DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are all trademarks of Texas Instru-
ments.
Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows 3.1 are registered trademarks in the United States and other
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  • Page 1 DATA PROJECTOR V-1080/V-807 User’s Manual IMPORTANT Digital Light Processing, DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are all trademarks of Texas Instru- ments. Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows 3.1 are registered trademarks in the United States and other countries of Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your PLUS V-1080 / V-807 Data Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PLUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of the unit and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. Installation • For best results, use the unit in a darkened room. •...
  • Page 4 If something should fall into the unit, immedi- ately disconnect the power cable from the unit and have the object removed by a quali- fied PLUS service person. • Do not place any liquids on top of the unit.
  • Page 5: Major Features

    Major Features Book-sized, lightweight (at about 0.9 kg/2.0 lbs) and small high-inten- sity mobile projector and the synergistic effects of our own optical design serve to improve the optical utilization efficiency. The three light sources (RGB) required in color expression are reproduced with one DMD These factors have enabled a design that offers both high intensity and small size/lightweight fea- tures.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen ............E-15 Placement Guide V-807 Screen Size and Projection Distance .............. E-16 V-1080 Screen Size and Projection Distance ............E-17 Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with PC Connectors Personal Computers with a DVI Connector ............E-18 Personal Computers with a Mini D-Sub 15-Pin Connector .........
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Menu Operations Menu Operation Method ....................E-37 Names and Functions of the Parts ................E-37 Names and Functions of the Remote Control Buttons that Operate Via a Menu ..E-37 Names and Functions of the Main Unit Buttons Used in Menu Operation ....E-38 Names and Functions of Menu Screen Parts ............
  • Page 8: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Checking the Supplied Accessories Remove the main unit and the accessories from the box and check that the following items are included. Remote control Power cable (1.8 m / 5.9 feet) [1] This power cable supplies power to the unit. See Page E-24 (includes one button battery) [1] This controls the projector.
  • Page 9 Checking the Supplied Accessories Audio cable (2.5 mm diameter plug / RCA pin Soft pouch (for projector and accessories) [1] plug, 1.5 m / 4.9 feet) [1] This pouch is used when storing or moving the projector. The This cable is used with equipment that has phono type audio pouch is made up of two portions that are joined by hook-and- jacks.
  • Page 10: Names Of The Main Unit Parts

    Names of the Main Unit Parts STATUS indicator [E-61] POWER indicator [E-24] POWER button [E-24] MENU button [E-38] SOURCE button [E-28] AUTO button [E-28] QUICK MENU button [E-32] D I O V I D Speaker Remote control sensor [E-14] Exhaust vents Exhaust vents Front adjuster...
  • Page 11 Names of the Main Unit Parts AUDIO jack [E-23] VIDEO jack [E-21, 22] D I O V I D PC connector [E-18,19,22] Ventilation slots Built-in security slot (See description below.) D I O V I D AC IN connector [E-24] Rear adjuster [E-27] Ventilation slots Lamp cover [E-67]...
  • Page 12: Names Of The Remote Control Parts

    Names of the Remote Control Parts Infrared transmitter [E-14] POWER button [E-24] PIP button [E-31] (Displays the picture associated FREEZE button [E-31] with the VIDEO connector as a POWER (Freezes moving pictures) smaller picture within the display FREEZE MUTE screen associated with the PC connector) MUTE button [E-31] DIGITAL...
  • Page 13: Preparing The Remote Control

    Preparing the Remote Control Button Battery Replacement Using the remote control for the first time The battery compartment is fitted with a transportation insulation sheet at the time of shipping. Pull out the sheet and remove it. The remote control is now ready for use.
  • Page 14: Remote Control Range

    Preparing the Remote Control Remote Control Range Point the infrared transmitter of the remote control toward the remote control sensor located at the front or rear of the main unit and operate. Reception of the remote control signal should generally be possible within the range illustrated below. Remote control infrared transmitter Remote control sensor...
  • Page 15: The Procedure Up To Projecting To The Screen

    The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen Perform setup adjustments in the following order. Position the projector See "Projection Distance and Screen Size" on Pages E-16 and E-17. Determine the locations to set up the screen and the projector. Connect the video equipment and personal computer Connect your equipment to the projector.
  • Page 16: Placement Guide

    The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.2 m (3.9 feet) to 6.9 m (22.6 feet) from the front of the main unit lens for V-807 and 1.2 m (3.9 feet) to 6.6 m (21.7 feet) for V-1080. The projector should be placed within this range.
  • Page 17: V-1080 Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Placement Guide V-1080 Screen Size and Projection Distance Height from center of lens to top edge of the projection m (feet) 4.0(13.1) 200" 180" 3.5(11.5) 150" 3.0(9.8) 2.5(8.1) 120" 100" 2.0(6.6) 80" 1.5(4.9) 60" 40" 1.0(3.3) 36" 0.5(1.6) 17.2˚ Projection angle (1.6)
  • Page 18: Connecting Personal Computers And Video Equipment

    * Suitable resolution for V-807 is 800 x 600 dots (S-VGA), and the displayable resolution is XGA (1024 x 768 dots). * Suitable resolution for V-1080 is 1024 x 768 dots (XGA), and the displayable resolution is S-XGA (1280 x 1024 dots).
  • Page 19: Personal Computers With A Mini D-Sub 15-Pin Connector

    Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Personal Computers with a Mini D-Sub 15-Pin Connector * Make the connection to the projector's PC connector and the mini D-sub 15-pin connector through the use of a DVI/mini D-sub 15-pin conversion cable. * When connecting, arrange the connectors in the proper orientation and plug in. Turn the screw knobs and fasten to the connector of the main unit.
  • Page 20: To Output The External Output Signal Of A Notebook Computer

    Should a sign not be output from the notebook computer, please try the operation described below. For an IBM PC/AT, DOS/V computer, press the [Fn] key plus any one of the [F1] to [F12] keys. (See the table below.)
  • Page 21: Connections With Video Connectors

    Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Video Connectors Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors * Make the connection to the VIDEO connector of the projector using a video cable. * Switch the input selection of the projector to "Video". Video Equipment with S-VIDEO Connectors * Make the connection to the VIDEO connector of the projector using an S-video cable.
  • Page 22: Connections With Component Signals

    Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Component Signals When the Video Connectors are Y, Cb, and Cr Connectors * Make the connection to the projector's VIDEO connector using a component signal cable. * Switch the input selection of the projector to "YCbCr". When the Video Connectors are Y, Pb, and Pr Connectors * Connect a DVI/mini D-sub 15-pin conversion cable to the PC connector of the projector, then make a further connection using a component cable (which is available as an option).
  • Page 23: Connections With Audio Connectors

    Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Audio Connectors * Make the connection to the projector's AUDIO jack using an audio cable. * The built-in speaker of the projector provides monaural audio. * To enjoy convincing audio reproduction, please connect the audio output of the video equipment to your audio system.
  • Page 24: Power Cable Connections And Switching The Power On/Off

    Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off There is an order in which the power cable is connected and the power is switched on/off. Operating Connect the AC IN connector of the projector and the power outlet using the sup- plied power cable.
  • Page 25: Finishing

    Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off Finishing Switch off the power of the connected equipment Switch off the power of the projector Main unit operation: Press and hold the POWER button for a while. Remote control operation: Press the POWER OFF button. POWER The "Power Off"...
  • Page 26: Adjustment Of The Projection Screen

    Adjustment of the Projection Screen Switch on the power of the connected equipment and make the adjustments with the video signal being input to the projector. Projection Screen Position Adjustment Adjust the projection image to the screen. Check that the screen is set level and vertically. (1) If the image is shifted to the left or right, move the main unit horizontally.
  • Page 27: Making Adjustments With The Adjusters

    Adjustment of the Projection Screen Making Adjustments with the Adjusters Care must be taken not to come into contact with the ventilation slots which Raising the projection image discharge the heat of the lamp. While viewing the projection im- age, press hand hold the front ad- juster buttons located at the left and right (1) and, raise the projec- tor to align the image with the...
  • Page 28: General Operation

    General Operation This section describes the use of direct operation with the main unit or remote control buttons. For information about operation using the menu, see "Menu Operation Method" on Page E-37 and the various items on Pages E-46 to E-60. Input Selection This operation selects the input signal to be projected.
  • Page 29: Automatic Adjustment Of Analog Rgb

    General Operation Automatic Adjustment of Analog RGB This function automatically adjusts the position shift of the analog MENU RGB input signal, the size of the picture, vertical striping, and color infidelity. Normally, this function is adjusted automatically at the time of sig- nal selection.
  • Page 30: Selection Of Aspect Ratio

    General Operation Selection of Aspect Ratio This function selects horizontal and vertical picture propor- tions of the input signal. Press the ASPECT button while viewing the projected image and select the aspect ratio. Personal Computer Image DIGITAL YPbPr (when selecting digital RGB or analog RGB) Each press of the ASPECT button advances the selection one VIDEO S-VIDEO...
  • Page 31: Projecting A Sub-Picture

    General Operation Projecting a Sub-Picture Sub-picture This function displays the video image (i.e., the picture of the VIDEO connector input) on the personal computer screen (i.e., the PC connector input screen) as a sub-picture. Each press of the PIP button advances the screen size of the sub-picture one step in the sequence of Small Medium Main-picture...
  • Page 32: Using The Quick Menu

    General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the connected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. MENU Main unit operation (1) A press of the QUICK MENU button brings up the quick ad-...
  • Page 33 General Operation Content of Adjustments and Settings Example: Brightness adjustment display – Brightness Display Item Adjustment/Setting Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the image. Brightness decreases in the (-) direction and increases in the (+) direction. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the image. Contrast becomes less distinct in the (-) direction and more pronounced in the (+) direction.
  • Page 34: Correcting Keystone Distortion Of The Projection Screen

    General Operation Correcting Keystone Distortion of the Projection Screen This adjustment is used when the projection screen is dis- torted. Note that extreme distortion cannot be corrected and in such cir- cumstances the projector should be placed to face the screen straight on beforehand.
  • Page 35: Enlargement Of The Image And Video Movement

    General Operation Enlargement of the Image and Video Movement This function digitally enlarges the personal computer image and video image (up to 10 times). (1) Press the ZOOM button. The zoom selection display will appear. – Zoom ENTER (2) Enlarge to the desired size. Each press of the (+) button enlarges the image and each press of the (-) button makes the image smaller (returning it to 1:1).
  • Page 36: Adjustment Of The Volume

    General Operation Adjustment of the Volume This function adjusts the volume of the built-in speaker. (1) Press the VOL button. The volume adjustment display will appear. – Volume ENTER (2) Adjust the volume. The (+) button increases the volume and the (-) button de- creases the volume.
  • Page 37: Menu Operation Method

    Menu Operation Method This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this page should you need infor- mation while performing menu operations. For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descriptions.
  • Page 38: Names And Functions Of The Main Unit Buttons Used In Menu Operation

    Menu Operation Method Names and Functions of the Main Unit Buttons Used in Menu Operation MENU button Used to display menus, to return to menu name selections, and STATUS POWER MENU to close menus (i.e., closing sub menu displays). (AUTO) button Advances the selection of menu names.
  • Page 39: Performing Menu Operations

    Menu Operation Method Performing Menu Operations The menu operations of the main unit buttons differ from those of the remote control buttons. When both the main unit and remote control button operations are the same, the operation is de- scribed under the remote control operation; however, only when different, the operation will also be described under "Main unit operation".
  • Page 40 Menu Operation Method Selection of the Menu Name Press the cursor ( ) button to select the menu name Image Color View Setup Info. ENTER Aspect Auto Filter Projection Keystone Each press of the cursor ( ) button advances the selection one step in the sequence of "Color" "View"...
  • Page 41 Menu Operation Method Selection of the Item Name Press the cursor ( ) button to align the cursor with the item name Image Color View Setup Info. ENTER Aspect Auto Filter Projection Keystone Main unit operation: Press the (QUICK MENU) button. When the cursor has moved to the very bottom of the items, another press will move it to the very top of the items.
  • Page 42 Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display ENTER Main unit operation: Press the MENU button and cancel the cursor display. When a sub menu is displayed, press the MENU button to close the sub menu, then press again to cancel the cursor.
  • Page 43: Selecting Another Menu Name With Remote Control Operation

    Menu Operation Method Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CAN- Image Color View Setup Info. CEL button and close the sub menu. Aspect Auto Press the CANCEL button again and cancel the Filter cursor display.
  • Page 44: List Of Item Names Offering Input Selection And Adjustments/Settings

    Menu Operation Method List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings The item names that can be adjusted/set will differ depending on the input signal. [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal Video Selection] Image Color View Setup...
  • Page 45 Menu Operation Method [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal Video Selection] Image Color View Setup Info. Language Auto Source Auto Power Off On Screen Menu Position YPbPr Disable Background Black Input Signal Sub Menu Item Reference Item Name Menu Name...
  • Page 46: Picture

    Picture Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. Select the menu name "Picture". See "Menu Operation Method" on Pages E-37 to E-45 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See "List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings"...
  • Page 47: Picture Adjustment / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position

    Picture Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position These adjustments are available when analog RGB signals – Brightness are input. – Contrast Usually, automatic adjustment is performed at the time of sig- – Picture Adj. nal selection, but when automatic adjustment is not effec- –...
  • Page 48: Reset

    Picture H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right. Select the "H Position" item name and adjust with the cursor ) buttons. V Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted up or down. Select the "V Position"...
  • Page 49: Color

    Color Select the menu name "Color". See "Menu Operation Method" on Pages E-37 to E-45 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See "List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings" on Pages E-44 and E-45. Gamma Gamma corrects the proportion of change of the dark por- tions from the bright portions of the input signal.
  • Page 50: Color System

    Color Color System This function sets the color system of the video signal. Normally, this should be set to Auto. Set this function when the system cannot be identified with Auto. Select item name "Color System" and select the setting contents with the cursor ( ) buttons.
  • Page 51: View

    View Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. Select the menu name "View". See "Menu Operation Method" on Pages E-37 to E-45 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See "List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings"...
  • Page 52: Filter

    View Filter This function sets the sharpness when the input signal is adjusted to the resolution of the projector and enlarged or reduced. Select the item name "Filter" and select the setting contents with Aspect Auto the cursor ( ) buttons. Filter Projection Smaller numerical values result in a sharper picture and larger...
  • Page 53: Keystone

    View Keystone This function corrects the keystone distortion of the pro- jected picture on the screen. Adjust so that the edges are parallel in the vertical and the horizontal directions. Aspect Auto 1. Select item name "Keystone" and press the cursor ( ) but- Filter ton.
  • Page 54: Picture In Picture

    View Keystone Save This function is used to save the keystone adjustment values. Setting Keystone Save to on will set the previous keystone adjustment values when projecting after the power cable has been disconnected and then reconnected. 1. Select item name "Keystone" and press the cursor ( ) but- Aspect Auto ton.
  • Page 55: Setup

    Setup Select menu name "Setup". See "Menu Operation Method" on Pages E-37 to E-45 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See "List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings" on Pages E-44 and E-45. Language Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen...
  • Page 56: Auto Power Off

    Setup Auto Power Off This function switches off the projector power automatically Language when the input of the projector enters a no-signal condition. Auto Source Auto Power Off Select item name "Auto Power Off" and select the setting con- On Screen tents with the cursor ( ) buttons.
  • Page 57: Menu Position

    Setup Menu Position This function sets the display position of the menu. Language Auto Source Select item name "Menu Position" and select the setting contents Auto Power Off with the cursor ( ) buttons. On Screen Menu Position ....Displays on the left side YPbPr Disable Background...
  • Page 58: White Balance

    Setup White Balance This function automatically adjusts the black level and the Language white level of the analog RGB input signal so that they suit Auto Source the personal computer. This serves to improve color repro- Auto Power Off ducibility. On Screen Menu Position 1.
  • Page 59: Info

    Select item name "Status" and press the cursor ( ) button. Lamp Timer Reset Lamp Timer Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet V-1080 home page address of PLUS Vision Corp. Version:1,0,0,0.0 www.plus-vision.com Factory Default This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the Status input sources to the standard factory default values.
  • Page 60: Resolution / Frequency

    Info. Resolution / Frequency This function displays the resolution and frequency of the Status detected input signal. Factory Default Lamp Timer Reset This information will not be displayed unless an analog RGB or 1024 768 Resolution digital RGB signal is input and an Analog RGB or Digital RGB 60Hz, 48kHz Frequency input selection is made.
  • Page 61: When The Status Indicator Is Lit/Flashes

    When the STATUS Indicator is Lit/Flashes STATUS indicator POWER indicator When the STATUS indicator of the main unit operation panel is lit or flashes, notification is being given of the irregularities de- scribed. D I O V I D STATUS Indicator POWER Indicator Action to Take The temperature has become abnormally high.
  • Page 62: Thermal Protector

    When the STATUS Indicator is Lit/Flashes STATUS Indicator POWER Indicator Action to Take It is timer to replace the lamp. STATUS POWER The lamp timer has exceeded 1,000 hours. Replace the lamp cartridge. Lit red When power is on: Lit green When power is off: Lit amber The lamp's service life has ended.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Check the following matters before requesting servicing. Reference Problem Check Page No power * Has the power plug become disconnected from the E-24 outlet? * Is the lamp cover properly attached? E-68 * Has the internal temperature become high? When the E-62 internal temperature becomes very high, to protect the unit the power will not switch on.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Check Page * Other than for "Setup" and "Info.", selection is not per- – Menu name cannot be se- mitted unless a signal is input to the projector and an lected image or picture is projected. * There will not be a display unless the personal com- Pressing the PIP button E-31 puter screen is being projected.
  • Page 65: Cleaning

    Cleaning Be certain to disconnect the power plug from the power outlet before cleaning. Do not spray or otherwise expose the projector, lens, or screen to volatile substances such as insecti- cides. Do not leave rubber or vinyl products in contact with the projector for long periods. Doing so could cause them to undergo qualitative changes or the coatings may peel, etc.
  • Page 66: Replacing The Lamp Cartridge

    • DO NOT LOOSEN ANY SCREWS except for those men-tioned in the instructions below. There is danger of electric shock. CAUTION Do not use a lamp cartridge other than the PLUS replacement lamp cartridge. Order this from your PLUS dealer using the unit model number (see “Note” below). Note •...
  • Page 67 Replacing the Lamp Cartridge PREPARATION Turn the projector upside down and place it on a soft cloth that has been prepared in advance to prevent scratches. This will assist in lamp cartridge replacement. After replacement, return the projector to the original condition.
  • Page 68 5 seconds. When reset, the STATUS indicator will go off. Please obtain a replacement lamp from your dealer. When ordering, please specify a V-1080/V-807 special re- placement lamp type V-120 (order code 28-060).
  • Page 69: Specifications

    V-1080: 1024 768 dots V-807: 800 600 dots Lamp 120 W high-pressure mercury lamp Image size V-1080: 36 inch to 200 inch V-807: 35 inch to 200 inch Light Output 800 ANSI lumens Contrast Ratio 800:1 (Full on/off) Electrical Inputs Video (NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL_N/PAL_M/PAL60/SECAM)
  • Page 70: Table Of Supported Frequency

    : Supported frequency – : Not supported frequency V-1080: The native resolution of the panel is 1024 768. Resolutions other than 1024 768 may be displayed with uneven size of text or lines. V-807: The native resolution of the panel is 800 600. Resolutions other than 800 600 may be dis- played with uneven size of text or lines.
  • Page 71: Cabinet Dimensions

    Cabinet Dimensions MENU QUICK AUTO POWER SOURCE MENU POWER STATUS 180 (7.1) Unit: mm (inch) E-71...
  • Page 72 PLUS Industrial Corporation is certified to ISO 9001. Certificate No. Q1001219118017. Otowa Head Office and PLUSLAND of PLUS Corporation and PLUS Industrial Corporation are certified to ISO 14001. Certificate No. NQE-9809008A. * PLUS Vision Corp. is certified to ISO 14001 as a member of the PLUS group.

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