Sim2 multimedia projector user and installation manual (31 pages)
Summary of Contents for Sim2 SIM2 Multimedia SpA
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1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations and thank you for choosing a projector, a SIM2 Multimedia SpA product (Fig. 1) .
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A sophisticated proprietary optical system, coupled with a hight performance zoom lens ensures hight contrast images, superior uniformity and edge-to-edge definition. A new 6-segment colour wheel dramatically reduces the so called “rainbow effect” and gives a better contrast, better colorimetry and a lower black level to the image. The DMD™...
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Projection lens Lens shift knob Cooling air inlet vents Remote control IR sensor Cooling air outlet vents Adjustable carry-handle Adjustable levelling feet Ceiling/wall bracket fixing holes 12 11 13 17 Fused power socket Main power switch Remote control rear IR sensor Green LED Red LED Rear keyboard pad...
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the CAUTION power supply cable on the rear panel before removing the top cover of the projector. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT REMOVE THE TOP COVER Refer to trained, authorised personnel for technical assistance.
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Please follow carefully the warnings listed below, to ensure safe and long term performance of your projector. • Connect the projector to a power supply with a nominal voltage within the following values: 100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 250 V earthed (Fig. 3) . T 3.15A H 100-240 Vac Fig.
• Take care not to shake the projector whilst carrying it by the • For installations using a ceiling or wall-mounted bracket, handle. carefully follow the installation and safety instructions provided with the bracket’s literature. • Always position the projector away from direct heat sources. •...
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4 INSTALLATION Position the projector on a stable, suitable platform or utilise focus you should be able to clearly see each single pixel when the optional bracket for a fixed ceiling or wall installation. within close proximity to the screen (Fig. 7) . CAUTION: In the case of ceiling or wall mounting using a suspension bracket, follow the instructions carefully and comply with the safety standards you...
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C-SYNC Fig. 11 Fig. 9 The output is activated (Voltage: 12 Vdc) when the projector is switched on and is de-activated (no Voltage output) when the The Orientation adjustment in the Set up menu will allow the projector is in stand-by mode. projector to be used for desktop front, ceiling front, desktop rear and ceiling rear installations (Fig.
5 SWITCHING ON AND OFF THE PROJECTOR CAUTION: Connect the projector to a power supply SWITCH ON FROM STAND-BY with a nominal voltage within the following values: 100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz. It must be earthed (Fig. 12) . By remote control: press one of 1...9 By keyboard: press Up or Down Arrow .
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The fans will continue to work until the lamp has cooled down SWITCHING OFF AND RETURNING TO STAND-BY (red and green LEDs flashing) and will stop automatically after this period. By remote control: press By keyboard: press key LED INDICATORS When switching off, the projector goes in to stand-by The LED indicators, located in the top-rear of the projector, memorising the input selection at the time of switch-off.
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between 15-80 kHz and a Vertical frequency of between 40- COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT 100 Hz. Computer Resolutions of VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA can be displayed. CVBS COMPOSITE VIDEO Fig. 16 This input is suitable for a “Composite Video CVBS” via a cable Fig.
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Only horizontal scanning frequencies of 15 kHz (standard vi- RS232 INTERFACE CONNECTOR deo resolution) or 32 kHz (high definition video, with progressi- ve scanning) can be applied to this input. It is possible to control the projector through a personal com- puter.
7 KEYBOARD PAD Eight push buttons, at the rear of the projector, will allow complete operation without the use of the remote control. Auto Menu Activates the On Selects Auto Adjust Screen Display ( a u t o m a t i c menus.
9 ON SCREEN MENUS The main menu is divided into four sections to cover various SOURCE SELECTION adjustments in a practical and logical manner. The on-screen menu layout is dependant upon the chosen input The Source Selection menu is recalled by pressing the key: signal so various options may not be applicable, i.e.
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SHARPNESS MODE PICTURE It allows to select the type of processing that determines the BRIGHTNESS detail. In progressive or de-interlaced video signals the Video CONTRAST option is suggested, with graphic signals from a PC the SHARPNESS Graphic option is suggested. SHARPNESS MODE Video Graphics FILTER...
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ASPECT IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS Determines the aspect ratio of the projected image. From this menu it is possible to select the aspect ratio by using This menu features adjustments relating to position, aspect ratio the numeric keys 1...8 of the remote control. and magnification etc.
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User 1, 2, 3 ADVANCED SETTINGS Should you wish to use a format different to those preset, go to Advanced colour settings are accessible via this menu. User menus. We recommend the use of these settings only to the experienced user, as their adjustment can seriously affect final image quality.
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K), Low (circa 5000 degrees K). The User option will allow you to select the colour temperatu- re of your choice. COLOR TEMP. /USER GREEN Select Pan (zoom button on the remote control) to choose the area of image to enlarge, using all four arrow keys. Gamma correction Selects the Gamma’s correction curve.
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ORIENTATION Select the option that best describes the installation i.e. desktop front, ceiling front, desktop rear and ceiling rear. KEYSTONE HORIZONTAL VERTICAL ORIENTATION FLOOR CEILING FLOOR-REAR CEILING-REAR PROJECTION LENS To adjust Focus and Size of the projected image, use the lens settings.
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Press Up and Down Arrow keys to browse pattern. LANGUAGE Lists the languages options available for the On Screen Display menus. LANGUAGE ENGLISH ITALIANO FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ESPANOL PORTOGUES OSD POSITION FACTORY DEFAULTS To position the On Screen Display within the picture area, use Reconfigures the projector to original factory settings except the arrow keys (Fig.
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INFO MESSAGES The following messages could appear on your screen: This function displays the current status of the projector, input type, input frequency, etc. No Signal Info Mode The projector does not recognise any signal sent through the Source Video Standard Video NTSC 60Hz/4.43MHz selected input.
10 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE The projector does not require internal cleaning. There are no Cleaning the lens: user serviceable parts inside the projector. Please refer all The lens may be cleaned with a very soft, non-abrasive small service requirements to qualified personnel. brush, in order to remove dust particles.
Image too dark, too pale or unnaturally coloured Video Image showing colour misalignment on vertical details - Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with technical - Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with technical specifications of your projector. specifications of your projector. - Go to Picture menu, select and regulate any of the following, - Adjust Y/C Delay settings in the Image Adjustments / accordingly: Contrast, Brightness, Color, and Tint.
A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OPTICAL OPTICAL Projection system: optical engine based on 1 DMD™ Projection system: optical engine based on 1 DMD™ chip, sealed housing, dusty proof chip, sealed housing, dusty proof DMD™ panel: resolution 1280x720 pixel DMD™ panel: resolution 1024x576 pixel Brightness uniformity: 10% above or below the average Brightness uniformity:...
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ELECTRICAL GENERAL Supply: from 100 to 240 Vac, -10% +6% Input Signals: CVBS on RCA/Phono type connector tolerance S-VHS on Mini-DIN connector RGBHV on DB15HD connector Frequency: from 48 to 62 Hz RGBS / YCrCb on RCA/Phono type Consumption: 180 W max connector Horizontal frequency: from 15 to 80 kHz (up to to UXGA...
C PROJECTION DISTANCES Follow the table below to determine the optimal projection distance (between the screen and the center of the lens). This will help you to obtain the desired screen size. PROJECTION DISTANCE TABLE 16/9 Screen Screen Min projection distance Max projection distance size width...
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PROJECTION DISTANCE TABLE Screen Screen Min projection distance Max projection distance size width (diagonal) min. DP max CC max. DP max CC ft. in. ft. in. ft. in. ft. in. 50" 1’ 9” 39” 2’ 5” 9’ 7” 13’ 8” 60"...
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PROJECTION DISTANCE TABLE Screen Screen Min projection distance Max projection distance size width (diagonal) min. DP max CC max. DP max CC ft. in. ft. in. ft. in. ft. in. 1’ 1” 50" 40” 8’ 0” 11’ 0” 1’ 7” 60"...
INDEX 1 INTRODUCTION 9 ON SCREEN MENUS 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Source selection 3 PACKAGING AND CONTENTS Main menu 4 INSTALLATION Picture14 5 SWITCHING ON AND OFF THE PROJECTOR Image adjustments Switch on from stand-by Setup 18 Switching off and returning to stand-by Menu 6 CONNECTIONS Info...
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SIM2 Multimedia • Viale Lino Zanussi, 11 • 33170 Pordenone - ITALY S.p.a. Phone +39.434.383.253-256 • Fax +39.434.383260-261 www.sim2.com • e-mail: info@sim2.it SIM2 USA Inc. • 10108 USA Today Way • 33025 Miramar FL - USA Phone +1.954.4422999 • Fax +1.954.4422998 www.sim2usa.com •...
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