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HP mp2220 Series Digital Projector User’s Guide...
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The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
• Do not touch the lens with your fingers. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the projector case. See “Cleaning the projector and lens” on page 41. Do not open the projector except as instructed by this manual, and only after allowing the •...
Before setting up your projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items. If the shipping box does not contain any of the following items, contact HP. After you open the box and remove the contents, save the box in case you must ship the TIP: projector.
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VGA cable Quick Setup Guide Literature package Function Connects projector USB output to a computer. Connects computer video output to the projector. Provides instructions to help get started. Contains documentation for the setup and use of the projector, plus support and warranty information.
Identifying common features Projector at a glance Identifying major components Item Button panel Zoom ring Focus ring Infrared port Lens Height adjustment button Lens cover Setting Up Function Contains control buttons and indicator lights. Enlarges picture size from 100% to 115%.
Scroll up and down through pages on a connected computer. Warns if the lamp is bad. Warns if the projector is too hot. Displays picture from the next input port. Change settings using the on-screen menu. Selects the next picture and color combination—...
Connects S-video source. Connects composite-video source. Connects video input from computer or component-video source. Receives signals from the remote control. Locks the projector to a stationary object with the use of a cable and lock. Connects power cord to projector.
Blanks the picture. Moves the mouse pointer on a connected computer. Requires USB cable. Turns the projector on or off. Perform left-click and right-click mouse functions on a connected computer. Requires USB cable. Scroll up and down through pages on a connected computer.
Get more from your presentations with HP projector accessories. You can purchase accessories at http://www.hp.com or through your projector dealer. • HP projection screens—mobile screens that are easy to carry and set up anywhere, and fixed screens for even greater convenience. •...
Positioning the projector The following tables show you where to position the projector in relation to the screen. TIP: For best picture quality, place the projector 1.5 to 5 m (5 to 16 ft) from the screen Setting up the projector...
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= B width of screen = 0.8 × diagonal of screen (for 3:4 screen) projector lens below bottom of screen = C × width of screen (for 4:3 screen) Setting Up Image size (width)
Connecting power Place the projector on a stable platform located 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft) in front of the screen. Ideally, the platform should be lower than the bottom of the screen. Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the projector grounded electrical outlet If you want to permanently install the projector on a table or behind the screen, see “Installing...
See “Showing a computer screen” on page 29. If the computer display does not appear on the projector, you might have to press a TIP: combination of keys on the computer to turn on the computer’s VGA output. For example, on some computers you must press F documentation provided with your computer.
Not all handhelds come with VGA-out ports. For example, an iPAQ Pocket PC may require a VGA-out PC Card with 15-pin connector. If necessary, install a VGA-out accessory card into the organizer. Requires: • VGA cable VGA-out accessory card • (in some cases) Setting up the projector...
Standard quality Standard quality Standard quality Most video and audio cables shown in the following sections are available from HP. If you want to connect a SCART video device to the projector, you will need a SCART adapter (available from HP).
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If possible, configure the video source to use progressive scan output, such as 480p, 575p, or 720p. For additional information, refer to the user documentation provided with the video source. (optional, provides sound on projector speaker) Setting up the projector...
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Connecting an S-video source Examples: DVD players, VCRs, cable boxes, camcorders, and video gaming devices Requires: • S-video cable • Audio cable, mini-phone to RCA Setting Up (optional, provides sound on projector speaker)
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Connecting a composite-video source Examples: VCRs, DVD players, audio-video receivers, and video gaming devices Requires: • Composite-video cable • Audio cable, mini-phone to RCA (optional, provides sound on projector speaker) Setting up the projector...
• NOTE: It is normal for parts of the projector and the air coming out of the projector to be very warm. If the projector starts to overheat, the temperature warning light will turn on and the projector will shut down.
If you must unplug or remove the projector, wait until the power light stops blinking, then unplug the power cord. If you try to turn on the projector again during the cool-down period, it will not turn on. Wait until the cool-down period ends and the power button stops blinking.
To level the picture on the screen, turn the adjustable foot When you tilt the projector up or down, the sides of the picture might become slanted. However, the projector automatically adjusts the picture to make the sides vertical. To fine-tune this adjustment, see “To adjust the shape of the picture”...
Rotate the focus ring until the image becomes clear. The projector can be focused at distances of 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft). If the picture does not fit the screen, you might have to move the projector closer to or farther away from the screen.
USB connection between the projector and computer. Power button Left-click or right-click button . This feature requires a USB connection between the projector and computer. Page-up or page-down button . This feature requires a USB connection between the projector and computer.
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Exit from any on-screen menu or adjustment Switch to next input source From within the distance of 9 m (30 ft), aim the remote control at the screen or at the TIP: front or back of the projector. Setting Up Press this... Picture mode button one or more times.
Be sure the projector is set up, turned on, and adjusted. See “Making basic adjustments” on page 25. If a different input source is shown on the projector, press the source button on the projector or remote control one or more times to select the VGA port.
3 Adjusting the Projector Adjusting the picture and sound Choosing the best picture mode You can quickly choose a different picture mode to make adjustments to the picture. Picture modes can control properties such as color and size. They let you easily choose the best settings for ambient lighting and the type of video content (see “Adjusting the picture and...
• If the active video device sends widescreen output to the projector, press enter, go to Input, and set Widescreen input to Yes. See If the video device sends standard output, set Widescreen input to No.
Adjusting a slanted picture If the projector is tilted up or down, the sides of the picture on the screen might slant in or out, even though the top and bottom are level. The automatic keystone adjustment corrects this problem—or you can change this adjustment manually.
Adjusting the picture for best color You can fine tune the picture settings on your projector to get the best color and image quality according to your preferences. You should perform these steps for each input source device and each input port that you use. Do them in the order shown. For some input ports, some of these settings may not be available.
You can control the volume of the projector’s speaker: • To change the volume of the projector’s speaker, press enter, go to Quick choice > Volume, and change the setting. To turn the sound on or off temporarily, press enter, go to Quick choice > Mute, and mute •...
Using the on-screen menu Changing settings using the on-screen menu You can change the on-screen menu settings with the buttons on either the projector or the remote control. Press enter on the projector or remote control. This displays the on-screen menu.
S-video Source scan Widescreen input Corrects the slanted sides of the picture. This compensates for a projector that is too high or low relative to the screen. Sets whether slanted edges of the picture are automatically corrected. Resets the keystone correction to zero (no correction).
Restores these color settings to the default settings. Adjusts settings for a computer input. Resynchronizes the projector to the input signal. This can compensate for any change in the signal. Adjusts the timing of the projector relative to the computer.
Inverts or reverses the image accordingly. Sets a lower power level for the lamp. Sets the length of time the projector waits for an input signal before automatically shutting down. Removes visible noise from the edges of the picture.
This screen shows information and status for the projector. Cleaning the projector and lens You can clean the projector housing using a soft, dry cloth. You can clean the front lens of the projector using the following recommendations. You cannot clean any of the internal surfaces. •...
• To reduce the risk of injury, be careful when removing the lamp module as broken glass might be present. If the lamp is broken, contact HP about repairs that might be required due to glass fragments. This digital projector lamp contains a small amount of mercury. If the lamp breaks, •...
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Insert the new lamp module into the projector and tighten the two screws. Install the cover and tighten the two screws. Turn on the projector. If the lamp does not turn on after the warm-up period, try reinstalling the lamp.
Use a ballpoint pen to hold the battery latch toward the center, then pull out the battery holder Insert the new battery Push the holder When discarding old batteries, contact your local waste-disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries. Maintaining the Projector in the holder. into the remote control.
Download the latest file intended for a USB upgrade. Connect a USB cable (available from HP) between the USB port on the projector and the USB port on the computer.
Before installing cables permanently, check the setup with the final cables in the open. Installing on a table This installation is covered in detail in Chapter 1. See “Setting up the projector” on page 13 for more information. Installing the projector...
Installing for rear projection Place the projector 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft) behind a translucent screen that is designed for rear projection. See “Setting up the projector” on page 13 for more instructions. Press enter, , , , go to Setup > Picture orientation. Then select Rear Normal.
• Install a new lamp. If this occurs after you install a new lamp module, remove and reinstall the lamp module. If a new lamp does not fix the problem, contact HP for assistance.
• Check that the cover over the lamp is correctly installed and fully attached. Start-up problems If no lights or sounds turn on: • Be sure that the power cable is securely connected to the projector and the other end is plugged into an outlet with power. • Press the power button again.
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If an upside-down or reversed image is displayed: • The projector has been set to the wrong position setting. Press enter, go to Setup > Picture orientation, and select the correct setting. If the image is too small or too large: •...
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If a scrolling or cut-off image is displayed for a computer connection: • Press the auto sync button on the projector or remote control. • Turn everything off. Then power on the projector first and power on the notebook or desktop computer second.
• If the lamp burns out and makes a popping sound, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. • If the lamp breaks, contact HP about repairs that might be required due to glass fragments.
Testing the projector Running the projector diagnostics The on-screen menu contains diagnostic tests you can use to verify the proper operation of the projector and the remote control. Press enter and go to Help > Diagnostics. Select a test and press enter.
This chapter lists the specifications, safety information, and regulatory information for the projector. Specifications Because HP continually improves its products, the following specifications are subject to change. For the latest specifications, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com. Projector Specifications Size...
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Projector Specifications (continued) Optics Light engine Audio Vertical tilt Vertical keystone correction Remote control Security Power Environment Reference 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft) focus range 1.15:1 optical zoom 2.0 to 2.3 throw ratio (distance/width) 115% offset (130% relative to half-height) 0.7-in.
Safety information LED safety The infrared ports located on the digital projector and remote control are classified as Class 1 LED devices according to International Standard IEC 825-1 (EN60825-1). This device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center.
This section presents information that shows how your digital projector complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your digital projector not expressly approved by HP could void the authority to operate the digital projector in these regions. U.S.A.
Japan Korea International For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a regulatory model number. The regulatory model number for your product is listed in the declaration of conformity. This regulatory number is different from the marketing name and product number. Regulatory model number: CRVSB-05AR Reference...
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1000 NE Circle Blvd. Corvallis, OR 97330-4239 Declares, that the product(s): Digital Projector Product name: Model numbers: mp2220 series Regulatory model: CRVSB-05AR Conforms to the following product specifications: Safety: IEC 60950:1999/ EN 60950:2000 IEC 60825-1:1993 +A1 / EN 60825-1:1994 +A11 Class 1 LED...
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