1 REMOTE CONTROL AND KEYPAD BACKLIGHTING STAND-BY / ON Backlights the keys on the remote control LIGHT Sets the panel to stand-by . KEYS 0-9 Select the sources directly. Switches on the panel from Standby. SOURCE Displays the source selection menu.
1 INTRODUCTION The HT3000 projector represents the state of the art in image processing Different input signal resolutions can be adapted to match the specified combined with the innovative DLP™ sytsem and outstanding optics. screen resolution without loss of image quality, thanks to a generous selection of preset aspect ratios, some of which are user definable.
Read all chapters of this manual carefully before switching on the projector. This manual provides basic instructions for using the HT3000 Read all chapters of this manual carefully before switching on the projector. This manual provides basic instructions for using the HT3000 system.
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PROJECTOR R / P R / P Projection lens. Projection lens. 11 Composite video input. 11 Composite video input. Lens shift knob. Lens shift knob. 12 S-Video input. 12 S-Video input. Remote control IR sensor on front of unit.
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• Changing the fuses. • Do not allow the unit to overheat. Before changing the fuse disconnect the unit from the To prevent this, allow a free space of at least 40 cm around mains power supply. the back of the projector.
3 UNPACKING 3 UNPACKING To remove the HT3000 system from its carton follow the diagrams (Fig. 4). Keep the carton for use when transporting or ship- ping the unit. Fig.4 CONTENTS OF PACKAGE - the projector - Remote control - four 1.5V AAA batteries (for remote control)
WARNING: If using the ceiling mount bracket, scrupulously ZOOM HELP observe the safety instructions included with the bracket FOCUS itself. If using a bracket other than that supplied by SIM2 FOCUS AUTO ASPECT Multimedia, make sure that the projector is at least 65 mm below the ceiling and that the bracket does not obstruct the air vents (intake and outlet).
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Prevent ambient light shining directly on the screen during projection as this will reduce the contrast of the projected image. Furniture and other objects with reflecting surfaces, as well as light coloured walls should be avoided, as they are likely to interfere with the screen’s characteristics.
5 SWITCHING THE PROJECTOR ON AND OFF WARNING: Connect the projector to a power supply with a SWITCH ON FROM STANDBY nominal voltage within the following values: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. It must be earthed (Fig. 12). With the remote control: press one of the keys 1...9 or with 0.
Do not SWITCHING OFF AND RETURNING TO STANDBY switch off the projector with the power switch until the fans have stopped running. With the remote control: press With the keypad: press When switching off, the projector goes into stand-by mode and stores the input selection at the time of switch-off.
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HT3000 - Connection panel RGB - YPrPb GRAPHICS RGB + 1 2 R / P U S B S-VIDEO 1 . 1 C / Y N T R B / P VIDEO ( R S 2 3 2 HDMI...
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Connect the R, G, B outputs of the source to the respective R, connector in compliance with the S/PDIF standard. G, B inputs of the HT3000 (taking care not to invert the positions) You can use a DVI-D > HDMI adapter cable to connect the and any synchronisation signals to the HV.
9 ON SCREEN MENU 9 ON SCREEN MENU All system functions can be operated from the keypad or MAIN MENU remote control, with the aid of a complete, user-friendly on screen menu. To access the main menu of the On Screen Display press the MENU key on the keypad or the MENU+ or MENU- key on the remote control.
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To access these submenus, press the <, mentre l’uscita ed il ritorno al livello superiore avviene con la pressione dei tasti MENU+/- key. Aspect Normal Press ESC on the remote control or keypad to interrupt the Anamorphic Colour Temperature...
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Selecting the NO option causes the de-interlacer to apply a NORMAL: projects the image occupying the full height of the Motion compensated algorithm optimized for video camera screen while maintaining the aspect ratio of the input signal. signals. When the input signal aspect ratio is 4:3 black vertical bands are displayed on the right and left of the picture.
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There are 4 sets of gamma curves: Standard (ST), Enhanced SIM2 (EN) and Graphics (GR), User. The Standard curve has been defined for general use, and is set for videocameras, digital cameras, and for viewing films or photos on your PC. The Enhanced set is suitable for watching movies.
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Values from 1.5 to 2.2 allow you to emphasise the detail of dark Y/C DELAY images, but reduce overall contrast. Values higher than 2.2 In the case of Video and S-Video signals, it may be necessary increase overall contrast, but reduce the detail of dark areas.
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It allow to select the languages available for the On Screen Display menus. INPUTS LIST In order to make the HT3000 system increasingly flexible, the functions described below make it possible to modify the inputs selection menu and adapt it so that it matches the require- ments of the user more closely.
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Table 6 same key as before. Use the ▲ key to switch from upper case to lower case characters. Cancel errors with ▼ once you have Ingressi selected the character in question. Once you have terminated the text input procedure confirm your text and save it by pres- sing the MENU+ key on the remote control.
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Blank MEMORIES Switches off the video signal and displays a black page. As soon as the key is pressed an OSD indication lasting a few se- The main picture parameters can be saved in discrete sets conds confirms that the function has been activated. Pressing of values called “Memories”...
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2 3 2 the corresponding drop-down menu (◀ key). Select the line S - V I D E H I C S - V ‘Save initial settings’. I D E R E M To confirm the operation, the message ‘Initial settings saved in...
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INFO Displays the current status of the projector and information concerning the projected video/graphic signal. This function is displayed on pressing the key on the remote control (or, in the absence of the On Screen Display, the ▶ key on the keypad).
No power (LEDs always OFF) • Make sure the video or graphic signals supplied by the source are compatible with the HT3000 system’s technical • Check that the units’ power switches are set to I. specifications and, in particular, with those of the selected •...
• keypad to execute automatic adjustments. 12 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES You can purchase the following optional accessories at your Use only original or SIM2 Multimedia approved accessories. Dealer: Warning: for ceiling/wall installation, by means of suspension - Ceiling mount kit bracket, carefully follow the instructions and safety instruc- - Lens tions recommended by the Manufacturer in the bracket’s...
A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRONICS GENERAL PROJECTOR SPECIFICATIONS Power cable: (EU, UK and US); 2m length Input signals: Power supply: from 100 to 240 V AC, +/-10% tolerance • COMPOSITE VIDEO (CVBS) Frequency: from 48 to 62 Hz gold plated RCA connectors...
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B ON SCREEN MENU LAYOUT Video • S-Video Component [NTSC] HDMI™ 1-2 Ghaphics Brightness Brightness Brightness Contrast Contrast Contrast Sharpness Color Color Sharpness Mode Tint Sharpness Sharpness Sharpness Mode Filter Cinema Mode Video Type Noise reduction Component Video • S-Video HDMI™...
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Orientation Floor Keystone Floor-rear Horizontal Power ON Ceiling Vertical Logo light on Ceiling-rear Auto Test patterns Stand-by Initial settings Always Stand-by English Italiano Français Deusch Español Português Language Source list F1/F2 keys F1 F2 Source info Zoom OSD background...
D PROJECTION DISTANCE 16/9 Screen size Max projection distance Screen width Min projection distance (diagonal) max L max L in . 50” 44” 66” 90” 60” 52” 79” 107” 70” 61” 93” 126” 80” 70” 106” 144” 90” 78”...
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• e-mail: info@sim2.it www.sim2.com • e-mail: info@sim2.it SIM2 USA Inc. • 10108 USA Today Way • 33025 Miramar FL - USA SIM2 USA Inc. • 10108 USA Today Way • 33025 Miramar FL - USA Phone +1.54.4422 • Fax +1.54.44228 Phone +1.54.4422 •...
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