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— — — Important Safety Information Congratulations on purchasing the DLP projector! Important: It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference.
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Remote Control The remote control has a laser for pointing out items on a screen. DANGER: Do not point the laser in the eyes. Doing so can damage the eyes permanently. General Safety Information Do not open the unit case. Aside from the projection lamp, there are no user-serviceable parts in the unit.
— — — Table of contents GETTING STARTED ................................1 ................................1 ACKING HECKLIST ............................... 2 IEWS OF ROJECTOR ARTS Front-right view ................................2 Left view..................................3 Top view—OSD buttons and LEDs ..........................4 Rear view—connectors ..............................5 Bottom view..................................6 ..............................
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ADDENDUM FOR THE DLP PROJECTOR........................II ............................4 EMOTE ETWORK PERATION Using a Static IP Address ............................... 4 ..........................6 EMOTE NTERFACE VERVIEW Remote .................................... 6 Remote-2 ..................................6 Administrator Settings ..............................6 IP Settings ..................................7 E-mail Settings ................................7 ............................
ETTING TARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: PROJECTOR WITH ENS CAP EMOTE CONTROL WITH BATTERIES OWER CORD CABLE VIDEO CABLE UDIO CABLE OMPUTER CABLE -RCA (DVI-DB15) MINI JACK CD-ROM (T ’ S MANUAL ULTI LANGUAGE...
— — — Views of Projector Parts Front-right view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Zoom Enlarges the projected image See OSD buttons and LEDs below IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control Speaker Built-in mono speaker Height adjuster button Push to release height adjuster Height adjuster Adjusters drop down when adjuster button is...
Left view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Kensington Lock Secure to permanent object with a Kensington Lock system Power Connect the supplied power cord Height adjuster button Push to release height adjuster Height adjuster Adjusters drop down when adjuster button is pushed –...
— — — Top view—OSD buttons and LEDs ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Orange Lamp ready—you can safely turn on or off the projector Ready (LED) Flashing Lamp not ready—do not press the power button Source Detects the input device Enter Changes settings in the OSD Keystone/ Corrects image-trapezoid (narrower top) effect...
Rear view—connectors ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Connect an RJ-45 cable to a hub to control the projector remotely RS-232 Installation control and firmware upgrades RGB-OUT Connect a VGA cable (not supplied) from a computer DVI-I Connect the DVI cable (supplied) from a computer Video Connect a composite video cable from a video device S-video...
— — — Bottom view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Height adjuster Adjusters drop down when adjuster button is pushed Height adjuster button Push to release height adjuster Ceiling support holes Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a ceiling Remove when changing lamp Projection lamp cover CAUTION:...
Remote Control Parts Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluo- rescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path be- tween remote and projector is obstructed, you can bounce the remote signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
— — — Laser Use as on-screen pointer. DO NOT POINT IN EYES. IR transmitter Transmits signals to projector Status LED Lights when the remote is used Auto Optimizes image size, position, and resolution Blank Makes the screen blank Enter Changes settings in the OSD Up cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD...
Projector and Remote Control Buttons The projector can be operated using the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector. All operations can be carried out with the remote control; however the buttons on the projector are lim- ited in use.
ETUP AND PERATION Inserting the Remote Control Battery Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. Caution: 1.
Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer as well as video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras. Check the user manual of the connecting device to confirm it has the appropriate output connector.
— — — Starting and Shutting down the Projector Connect the power cord to the projec- tor. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. The Power LED and Lamp-ready LED turn on. Remove the lens cover. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the Lamp-ready LED is on a steady (not flashing) orange and then press the Power button to turn on the...
Adjusting the Projector Level Take note of the following when setting up the projector: • The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. • Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. • Be sure cables are not in the way or can cause the projector to be knocked over. To raise the level of the projector, lift the projector [A] and press the height-adjuster button [B].
— — — Adjust the Zoom, Focus and Keystone Use the Image-focus con- trol (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image Use the Image-zoom con- trol (on the projector only) to resize the projected im- age and screen size Use the Keystone buttons (on the projector or the remote control) to correct...
Adjusting the Volume Press the Volume +/- but- tons on the projector or the remote control. The volume control ap- pears on the display. Use the Volume +/- but- tons to adjust the level. Press the Mute button (on the remote control only) to turn off the volume.
CREEN ISPLAY ETTINGS On-Screen Display Menu Controls The projector has an On-Screen Display (OSD) that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD.
Setting the OSD Language You may want to reference the OSD on your projector while reading this section. Set the OSD lan- guage to your preference before continuing. (The default language is English.) 1. Press the Menu button. The Main menu appears. Note: If you are in video mode, only Contrast and Brightness will be shown in the Main screen.
— — — Main Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move up and down in the Main menu. Note: HPosition and VPosition are not shown when connected to a video source. These items are set automatically by the projector.
Setup Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Setup menu. Press move up and down in the Setup menu. ESCRIPTION EFAULT Frequency This item eliminates flickering on the screen by adjusting the sampling clock. Auto Press the cursor button to adjust.
— — — ColorMgr Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the ColorMgr menu. Press to move up and down in the ColorMgr menu. ESCRIPTION EFAULT Color Press the cursor button to adjust the video saturation. (Range: 0—100) Saturation Color Tint Press the cursor...
— — — Language Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Language menu. Press to move up and down in the Language menu. ESCRIPTION EFAULT English French German Italian Press the cursor button to move up and down in the menu.
Utility Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Utility menu. Press move up and down in the Utility menu. ESCRIPTION EFAUL PIP Size Press the cursor button to select the picture in picture size. (Range: Off;...
— — — Status Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press to move to the Status menu. Press move up and down in the Status menu. ESCRIPTION EFAULT Digital Zoom Digital zoom operation. (for how to operate the digital zoom feature.) —...
AINTENANCE AND ECURITY Replacing the Projection Lamp The projection lamp should be replaced when it burns out. It should only be replaced with a certified replacement part, which you can order from your local dealer. Important: 1. The lamp contains a certain amount of mercury and should be disposed of according to local or- dinance regulations.
— — — Reverse steps 1 to 4 to install the new lamp module. Note: The lamp mod- ule should be oriented as shown here when replacing. Spent lamp management This product contains a Metal Halide Lamp, which contains Mercury. Dispose of it a required by local ordinances and regulations.
Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor button to move to the Status menu. Press the cursor button to move down to Lamp Hour Reset.
— — — Cleaning the Projector Cleaning the projector to remove dust and grime will help ensure trouble-free operation. Warning: 1. Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector at least an hour before cleaning. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn.
Cleaning the Case Refer to the following to clean the projector case. 1. Wipe off dust with a clean dampened cloth. 2. Moisten the cloth with warm water and mild detergent (such as used to wash dishes), and wipe the case.
ROUBLESHOOTING Common problems and solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose connection.
LED Error Messages TATUS ESCRIPTION NUMBER OF FLASHES Lamp-ready Flashing Lamp not ready—do not press the power button Front cover fan error Lamp fan error Power board fan error Blower fan error Ballast fan error Power System overheating System interface error Lamp error Fan error (refer to Lamp ready status to determine which fan) DLP driver error...
— — — Problem: The image is flat with no contrast 1. Adjust the Contrast setting on the Main menu of the OSD. Problem: The color of the projected image does not match the source image. 1. Adjust the Color Temp. and Gamma settings on the Quality menu of the OSD. Lamp Problems Problem: There is no light from the projector 1.
Having the Projector Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the projector serviced. Pack the projector in the original carton. Include a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem.
PECIFICATIONS Specifications Display type TI DMD 0.7-inch x 1, 12 degrees, DDR DLP Resolution XGA 1024 x 768 Native Color 16.7 Million (24-bits/Pixel) Bandwidth Up to SXGA 1280x1024 @60 Hz Weight 3.08 kg (6.8 lbs.) Projection distance 1.5 to 10 meters (4.9 to 33 feet) Projection screen size .89 to 7.21 meters (35 inches to 284 inches) Brightness uniformity...
EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur- suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.
— — — DDENDUM FOR THE PROJECTOR About this Document This document is intended for network administrators. Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copy- right laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this document, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.
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Table of contents ............................4 EMOTE ETWORK PERATION Using a Static IP Address ............................... 4 ..........................6 EMOTE NTERFACE VERVIEW Remote .................................... 6 Remote-2 ..................................6 Administrator Settings ..............................6 IP Settings ..................................7 E-mail Settings ................................7 ............................8 ETTING UP EMOTE PERATION...
Remote Network Operation When connected to a Local Area Network (LAN) by means of the RJ-45 connector, the projector can be controlled remotely through a Web browser by any of the clients (PCs connected to the LAN) on the LAN. The projector can also be accessed outside the LAN, provided a firewall is configured ac- cordingly.
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To prevent messages being filtered be- tween the remote PC and the projector, disable the proxy server in your Web browser. From the Internet Options window, click LAN Settings… In the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings window, make sure the Proxy server check box is not checked.
— — — The Remote Interface Overview The following shows the remote interface main screens. Remote This screen shows the current status of the projector. Remote-2 This screen is used to control the projector. Administrator Settings This screen allows the administrator to set a password and limit connections to the pro- jector.
IP Settings This screen allows the IP address to be set for static or DHCP. E-mail Settings Status messages for the projector can be emailed to the administrator or any other address. Some servers require a sender address, otherwise the email is blocked. So in most cases the Sender and Receiver addresses will be the same.
— — — Setting up Remote Operation You should know some or all of the following address settings: IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server E-mail address for remote PC Password (if required) for remote PC Outgoing server (SMTP) for remote PC Important: Using a proxy server for your LAN may filter messages from the projector.
— — — Enabling and Disabling Passwords The default setting is Disable and no password has been set. Click Administrator Settings. The Administrator Settings page opens. Check the Enable radio button and then click Set. Check the Disable radio button and then click Set.
Setting the Maximum Connections Refer to the following to limit the amount of users that can log on to the projector. Click Administrator Settings. The Administrate Settings page opens. Enter the amount and click Set. – 11 –...
— — — Retrieving a Forgotten Password Refer to the following to retrieve a forgotten password. Make sure the Enable radio but- ton (next to Security Status) is selected and click Set. In the Input Password screen, click Forgot your Password? Enter your e-mail address and clikc Send.
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