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DATA PROJECTOR User’s Manual KG-PS100S KG-PS120X KG-PS125X IMPORTANT ® ® * DLP (Digital Light Processing) and DLP chip are registered trademarks of Texas Instru-ments Incorporated (U.S.A.). * VGA and XGA are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation (U.S.A.).
9610 SW Sunshine Court Suite 500 Beaverton, OR 97005 Tel. No.: (503) 748 8700 Type of Product: Projector Equipment Classification: Class B Peripheral Models: KG-PS100S, KG-PS120X We hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the technical standards as specified in the FCC Rules.
Please read this manual carefully before using your KAGA COMPONENTS Data Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. This user's manual covers models KG-PS100S, KG-PS120X, and KG-PS125X. The projection distance is the same in these models, but the inclusion of functions that can use Image Viewer and Wireless Network depends on the model.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Applicable Model: KG-PS125X WARNING This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. RF Interference WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by KAGA COMPONENTS in this manual.
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. •...
Major Features High-brightness, lightweight projector with wireless network presentation and PC-less presentation functions ® ® The synergy of DLP technology and the unique optical design raises the efficiency of light usage. One DLP chip reproduces the three primary colors (red, green, and blue) required in the expression of color. These factors have enabled the achieve- ment of high brightness together with compact size and light weight.
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................... E-2 Major Features ........................E-5 Table of Contents ........................E-6 Checking the Supplied Accessories ..................E-8 Names of the Main Unit Parts ..................... E-10 Names of the Remote Control Parts ................... E-12 Preparing the Remote Control .................... E-13 Button Battery Replacement ..................
Table of Contents View ............................E-46 Aspect Ratio ......................E-46 Filter .......................... E-46 Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip ..................E-47 Keystone ........................E-47 Auto Keystone ......................E-47 Setup ............................. E-48 Auto Source ....................... E-48 Auto Power Off ......................E-48 Menu Position ......................E-48 Eco Mode ........................
Audio conversion adapter (Mini plug / RCA pin plug, 15 cm (includes one button battery) [1] / 0.5 feet) [1] Applicable Projector: KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X This cable is used with equipment whose audio connector is This controls the projector. Please remove the transportation of the phono pin type.
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Checking the Supplied Accessories Storage case (for projector and accessories) [1] HOW TO PUT THE PROJECTOR INTO THE STORAGE CASE This case is designed to hold the projector itself and its acces- Close the lens cover, then place the projector in the case sories.
Names of the Main Unit Parts Speaker Remote control sensor [E-13] Ventilation slots Exhaust vents Adjuster button [E-25] Zoom ring [E-24] Front adjuster [E-25] Focus ring [E-25] Lens Lens cover Lamp cover [E-59] Rear adjusters [E-25] E-10...
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Names of the Main Unit Parts STATUS indicator [E-28, 49, 55] Keystone Manual Adjustment button [E-29] STANDBY indicator [E-21, 55] Buttons used in menu and POWER indicator [E-21, 55] quick menu operations POWER [E-33, 34] STANDBY STATUS POWER/STANDBY button [E-21, 23] SELECT ( ) buttons QUICK MENU...
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. Replacement Method (A) With the knob pressed to Remove the old battery and in-...
The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen Perform setup adjustments in the following order. Position the projector Determine the locations to set up the screen and the projector. See “Placement Guide” on Page E-15. Connect the video equipment and personal computer Connect your equipment to the projector.
Placement Guide • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required. • The projection distance over which focussing is adjustable is 1.20 m (3.9 feet) to 11.78 m (38.65 feet). The projector should be placed within this range.
Please check the following before making connections with the personal computer. • An appropriate resolution for the KG-PS100S is 800 x 600 dots (S-VGA), and the maximum displayable resolution is XGA (1024 x 768 dots). An appropriate resolution for the KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X is 1024 x 768 dots (XGA), and the maximum displayable resolution is S-XGA (1280 x 1024 dots).
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment To Output the External Output Signal of a Notebook Computer When projection will be with a notebook computer connected, knowledge will be required for the cable connection and notebook computer startup procedure as well as the operation that follows notebook startup. Please consult the instruction manual of your notebook computer or the on-line help while performing the following procedure.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Composite Signals Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors • Connect to the projector’s VIDEO connector using a commercially available video cable. • The input setting of the VIDEO connector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if the projector does not project, please change the input setting to “Your Country’s Television Broadcast System”...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Component Signals When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector • The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Compo- nent”...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with the AUDIO Jack * Connect to the projector’s AUDIO jack using a commercially available audio cable. When the audio jack of the equipment that is to be connected is of the RCA phono type, make connection via the supplied audio conversion adapter. * The built-in speaker of the projector provides monaural audio.
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 supplied power cable. The STANDBY indicator will light in green, and the unit will enter the standby mode.
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Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off When [Menu Language Select] is Displayed Upon Switching On the Power The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Lan- guage Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described be- low and select the display language of the projector.
Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off Finishing Switch off the power of the connected equip- ment Switch off the power of the projector Press the POWER/STANDBY button. POWER/ STANDBY MENU POWER COMPUTER ENTER (button on main unit) VIDEO CANCEL QUICK The message display appears.
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. Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the zoom ring to adjust the screen size of the projection image. Adjust the image to match the desired screen size.
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the focus ring and adjust the focus of the screen ABCD Focus ring Making Adjustments with the Adjusters Raising the projection image While viewing the projection image, (1) press and hold the front adjuster buttons located at the left and right and, ( 2 ) (2) raise the projector to align the image with the screen, then release your fingers.
Each press of the SOURCE button on the main unit permits the selection of an input source. Press the ENTER button to set the selected input source. Applicable Model: KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X Applicable Model: KG-PS125X Remote control operation: Press the desired input selection button.
Auto .... Automatically enlarges or reduces the image to project a full screen in a ratio of 4:3 Direct ..Maintains the aspect ratio and projects a picture of the maximum displayable size (KG-PS100S/ Real .... Projects the input signal without pixel conversion. KG-PS120X remote control)
General Operation Freezing a Moving Picture This function is used to stop and view a moving picture. Note that the input QUICK FREEZE MUTE COLOR ADJ image continues to advance even though the picture there is a still picture ASPECT condition.
General Operation Keystone Manual Adjustment Use this to adjust for trapezoidal (keystone) distortion of the pro- jected image. The projector has both an automatic and a manual key- stone adjustment function. The manual adjustment will be described here. Adjustment Method (1) Press the ( ) buttons of the projector, or the ( ) KSTN but-...
General Operation Enlargement of the Image and Video Movement This function digitally enlarges the personal computer image and video image. POWER/ STANDBY MENU COMPUTER ENTER (1) Press the ZOOM button to enlarge the image. VIDEO CANCEL QUICK The zoom display appears when the ZOOM button is pressed. QUICK FREEZE MUTE...
General Operation Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to protect the projector from unauthorized use. Registering the password The password is registered using the menus. For instructions on operating the menus, see “Menu Operation Method” on E-34. (1) Select “Security Lock”...
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General Operation If the password input display appears when the power is turned on When a password has been registered, the “Password” input window appears on the projected image when the power is turned on. The projector continues projecting this image until the correct password is input. At this time, only the POWER/STANDBY button (power off) works.
General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. POWER Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the con- STANDBY STATUS nected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. QUICK MENU MENU Main unit operation...
Menu Operation Method • This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this item should you need information while performing menu operations. • For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descrip- tions.
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Menu Operation Method Menu Screen Names and Functions Menu Name Cursor (Deep Blue) This is the title of the menu. This permits setting/adjustment of the There is a change to the title screen item located at the cursor position. when the menu is selected. The cursor moves to the selected menu name.
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Menu Operation Method Performing Menu Operations • Only “Setup”, “Options” and “Info.” can be selected when no signal is being input. • The menu display will close if, after pressing a button, the next button operation is not made within 30 seconds. •...
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Menu Operation Method Displaying the Cursor Press the SELECT button to display the item name selection cursor. POWER/ STANDBY MENU COMPUTER ENTER CANCEL QUICK VIDEO QUICK FREEZE MUTE COLOR ADJ This condition al- lows selection of the ASPECT item name. KSTN ZOOM AUTO...
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Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display POWER/ STANDBY MENU COMPUTER ENTER VIDEO CANCEL QUICK QUICK FREEZE COLOR ADJ MUTE ASPECT KSTN ZOOM AUTO Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CANCEL but- ton or the MENU button to close the sub menu.
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 Computer Selection] Imput COMPUTER Terminal Sub Menu...
Menu Operation Method Imput COMPUTER Terminal Sub Menu Menu name Item Name Reference Item Name Page Setup E-48 Auto Source Auto Power Off E-48 E-48 Menu Position E-49 Eco Mode Input Format Computer E-49 E-49 Video S-Video E-49 E-50 Presentation Timer E-50 Volume Option...
Image • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “Image”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-34 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Image Fine Picture Adjust this when the picture shows a lack of color fidelity or flickering. Select the “Fine Picture” item name and adjust with the SELECT ( ) but- tons so that the lack of color fidelity or the flickering disappears. H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right.
Color • Do the following operation while displaying the image you want to adjust or set. • Select the menu name “Color”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-34 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Color Color Temp. The screen color is affected by the color of the illumination and other extraneous light. This function adjusts the white, which is the reference color for video equipment, and improves the quality of color reproduction. Adjustment can also be used to enhance skin colors. Select the item name “Color Temp.”...
Color White Balance This function automatically adjusts the black level and the white level of the Computer input signal to suit the personal computer. Select the item name [White Balance] and press the ENTER button. The display will change to [Input Black Signal]. The screen background color of the connected personal computer will be set to black.
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 Page E-34 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
View Vertical Flip / Horizontal Flip In selecting the method of projecting to the screen, these functions are set when the projector is in a rear screen installation. Select the item name “Vertical Flip” or “Horizontal Flip” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons.
Setup • Select menu name “Setup”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-34 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 Page E-39. Auto Source The Auto Source function automatically detects the input signal when the power supply is switched on and when the input is switched.
Setup Eco Mode Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms. Select the item name “Eco Mode” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons.
Setup Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. Select the item name “Presentation Timer” and select the setting contents with the SELECT ( ) buttons.
Option • Select menu name “Option”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-34 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 Page E-39. Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen in the messages and menu displays.
Logo ... Displays the logo. Blank ..Does not display the logo. Note: When “Logo” is selected at the startup screen, the “TAXAN” logo is dis- played. Security Lock A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to prevent unauthorized use of the projector.
Info. • Select menu name “Info.”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-34 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 Page E-39. Status This displays information about the equipment.
Info. Resolution / Frequency This function displays the resolution and frequency of the detected in- put signal. Lamp Timer This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an Eco mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Eco mode. Lamp Life Use only in Normal mode: approx.
(0.1 seconds on/0.1 seconds off) lem persists, unplug the power cable and contact a store that sells the KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X for repairs. Lit green Should an indicator be in a condition other than normal or flash at a rate other than the aforementioned, disconnect the power cable and contact your store of purchase.
Troubleshooting Check the following matters before requesting servicing. Reference Problem Check Page • Is the power cord plugged into a power outlet? Power does not turn on E-21 • Is the lamp cover properly mounted? E-60 • Is the projector’s temperature high? To protect the projector, the power can- E-55 not be turned on when the projector’s temperature is abnormally high.
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 insecticides. 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.
• If the projector is used another 100 hours after the lamp’s service life is reached, the power is set to the standby mode and no longer turns on. • Contact a store that sells the KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a KG- LPS1230 replacement lamp for the KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X (order code 000-155).
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Replacing the Lamp Cartridge Preparations: Turning the projector upside-down on top of a soft cloth, etc., so that it does not get scratched makes it easier to replace the lamp cartridge. Turn the projector right-side up after replacing the lamp cartridge. Unplug the power cord.
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5 seconds will clear the lamp timer. Checking that the STATUS indicator is out will show that the lamp timer has been cleared. Contact a store that sells the KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a KG-LPS1230 replacement lamp for the KG-PS100S/KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X (order code 000-155).
31.3 50.0 (480i) 31.5 60.0 * The model name for XGA is KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X and SVGA is KG-PS100S. : Supported frequency * The projector does not support the ADC connector on Apple Macintosh. : Not supported frequency KG-PS120X/KG-PS125X The display resolution is 1024 768 dots. When displaying a signal with resolutions other than 1024 768 dots such as 1280 1024, sizes of characters or lines may be uneven.
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