c3X 1080 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. ESCAPE Deactivates the On Screen Display.
1080 1 iNTRODUCTiON The C3X1080 projector represents the state of the art in image pro- Different input signal resolutions can be adapted to match the specified cessing combined with the innovative DLP™ 3 chip 1080p sytsem screen resolution without loss of image quality, thanks to a generous and outstanding optics.
The C3X1080 is a three chip DLP™ design using three high resolution DMD's ™ (Red, green, Blue). These three DMD's are carefully aligned into position through a high precision process at the factory, every effort is made in reducing align- ment errors within the stated tolerances.
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c3X 1080 PROJECTOR R / P C / Y B / P L (R S 2 3 S - V ID E H IC S - V ID E R E M D IO E S C Projection lens. 11 S-Video input. Lens shift knob.
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c3X 1080 • 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. The fuse compartment is next to the power supply con- Do not block the ventilation slots.
1080 3 UNPACKiNg To remove the C3X1080 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 1) Projector 2) Remote control 3) Four 1.5V AAA batteries (for remote control)
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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c3X 1080 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. Fig. 9 To activate an electric motorised screen a 12 Volt output is provided at the rear of the projector (Fig.
c3X 1080 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: 110-240 V AC, 50/60 hz. it must be earthed (fig. 12). With the remote control press one of the keys (Fig.
c3X 1080 red leds on), after which they automatically switch off. 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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1080 C3X1080 - Connection panel RGB - YPrPb GRAPHICS RGB - YPrPb + 1 2 R / P U S B S-VIDEO 1 . 1 C / Y N T R B / P VIDEO ( R S 2 3 2...
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Connect the R, G, B outputs of the source to the respective R, G, is made available on a digital output with a female TOSLINK B inputs of the C3X1080 (taking care not to invert the positions) connector in compliance with the S/PDIF standard.
c3X 1080 MOTORiSED SCREEN OUTPUTS RS232 iNTERfACE CONNECTOR 12 Volt RS 232 USB 1.1 R / C C / Y R / C B / C L ( R C / Y S 2 3 B / C L ( R S 2 3 S - V I D E...
c3X 1080 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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c3X 1080 PiCTURE brightness slightly less than white. Alternatively use a scene composed of well-lit white objects surrounded by light objects This menu includes all image adjustment settings. Adjustments with lower level lighting, and try to ensure that all the objects that are not available for a given input do not appear on the remain separately identifiable.
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c3X 1080 gnal characteristics and apply the correct deinterlace mode automatically. Selecting the NO option causes the de-interlacer to apply a Aspect Motion compensated algorithm optimized for video camera Colour Temperature signals. Gamma Correction Overscan NOiSE REDUCTiON Position Y/C Delay This adjustment serves to select the noise reduction filter value.
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User 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, The default settings are: digital cameras, and for viewing films or photos on your PC.
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c3X 1080 Table 5 - gamma correction settings These parameters do not normally require adjustment because the system checks the input signal and automatically sets the For general use most suitable values. However, if the image is not perfectly centralised it may prove useful to request the system to repeat the input signal analysis and image positioning, calling the au- tomatic control procedure with button A on the remote control or the AUTObutton on the keypad.
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Reverse the image vertically and horizontally to best fit the VARiABLE iRiS installation: i.e. desktop front, ceiling front, desktop rear and The C3X1080 features a variable iris which allows the User to ceiling rear (Fig.25). choose between High Contrast or Optimum Picture modes.
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(represented by iNPUTS LiST horizontal lines). Use the ◀ and ▶ keys to move the cursor In order to make the C3X1080 system increasingly flexible, leftor right respectively. the functions described below make it possible to modify the Press the number key corresponding to the character;...
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c3X 1080 f1-f2 KEYS COLOR TEMPERATURE The remote control is equipped with two keys (F1 and F2) which Clicking the key in question again (F1 / F2) enables you to set are associated with various different functions. the colour temperature from HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW AND USER. The screen has six options, one for each line, and two columns indicating the keys F1-F2.
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c3X 1080 MEMORiES the corresponding drop-down menu (◀ key). Select the line ‘Save initial settings’. To confirm the operation, the message ‘Initial settings saved in The main picture parameters can be saved in discrete sets Memory 1’ is shown at the bottom of the display and the letter of values called “Memories”...
c3X 1080 iNfO 10 CLEANiNg AND MAiNTENANCE Displays the current status of the projector and information concerning the projected video/graphic signal. The projector does not require internal adjustment. There are This function is displayed on pressing the key on the remote no user serviceable parts inside the projector.
IMAGE / OVERSCAN menu. • Make sure the video or graphic signals supplied by the source are compatible with the C3X1080 system’s tech- iMAgE TOO DARK, TOO PALE OR UNNATURALLY COLOURED nical specifications and, in particular, with those of the selected input.
Additional Information chapter for greater details on projection distance and enlargement ratios. Always contact our service centre to have the lens replaced. Use only original or SiM2 Multimedia approved accessories. warning: for ceiling/wall installation, by means of suspension bracket, carefully follow the instructions and safety instruc- tions recommended by the Manufacturer in the bracket’s...
c3X 1080 TEChNiCAL SPECifiCATiONS ELECTRONiCS gENERAL: Mains cable: (EU, UK and US); 2m length Input signals: Mains: from 110 to 240 Vac (3,8-1,5 A) • COMPOSITE VIDEO (CVBS) Frequency: from 50 to 60 Hz gold plated RCA connectors 350 W max 1,0 V / 75 Ω, negative synchronisation Fuse:...
c3X 1080 DiMENSiON 285.3 141,5 434.5 CENTER OF PROJECTOR 280.6 41.5 72.6 431.4...
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