ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is designed for use with the Wolf Cinema DCL-200FD Home Cinema Projector and Outboard ProScaler™ Video Processor. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Notices WARNING! To meet FCC requirements, a shielded power cord is recommended in order to prevent interference. It is essential that only the supplied power cord is to be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.
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Before using the projector, please read this operation guide carefully. To facilitate reporting the loss or theft of your Wolf Cinema components, record the Serial Number located (a) on the bottom of the projector and (b) on the rear of the outboard ProScaler; retain this information. Before recycling the packaging, be sure that you have checked the contents of the carton(s) thoroughly against the list of “Package Contents”...
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Contents Preface....................................1 Notices ....................................2 Introduction Package Contents.................................6 Features ....................................6 Components ..................................7 Using the Remote Control Projector Remote Control ..............................8 ProScaler Remote Control ..............................8 Available Range of the Remote Control...........................10 Inserting the Batteries..............................10...
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DCL-200 FD Gamma ..................................23 Color Temp ................................... 23 Color Space .................................. 23 White Balance................................24 Picture Memory ................................24 Save Picture Memory Settings ............................24 Reset.................................... 25 Adjusting Computer Images (Component / PC only)......................25 Selecting a Favorite Aspect Ratio (FAV Button) ........................ 26 Video ....................................
Owner’s Manual Note: • Some of the cables may not be included depending on the region. Please check with your nearest Authorized Dealer. • If anything is missing or appears damaged, contact your Wolf Cinema dealer immediately. System Features • Advanced 0.95” 1080p Texas Instruments DMD™ chip provides significantly improved resolution, optical efficiency and contrast ratio performance.
System Remote Control – Key Projector Functions The Wolf DCL-200FD system features an integrated, learning remote and provides for all system functions. The primary IR remote usage controls are outlined over the next two pages. This page highlights the main projector functions...
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The following are the key PROSCALER functions, within the common remote control structure. Note: SELECT THE SCALER BUTTON TO ENABLE THE PROCESSOR CONTROLS. Also refer to the separate Wolf Cinema ProScaler User Guide for additional details. Processor Power ON Button...
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Available Range of the Remote Control The remote control can be used to control the projector and processor within the ranges shown in the illustration. Note: • Using the remote control out of range may affect the received signal.
• When connecting a computer, be sure that it is the last device to be turned on after all the connections are made. • Be sure to read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected before making connections. Your Wolf Cinema DCL-200FD system can be connected to: Video Equipment: •...
1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Wolf Cinema’s DCL-200FD projector is optimized to work with the included ProScaler. The ProScaler and projector are carefully calibrated at the factory to support all basic functionality “out of the box.” The projector uses one primary HDMI input, which accepts all incoming video signals as delivered from the ProScaler. The ProScaler processes and routes the variety of source components via the input selected.
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HDMI cables vary greatly in overall quality and signal integrity. Many HDMI cables are not designed to support certain information and signal timings over long cable runs. Contact Wolf Cinema technical support and/or your cable manufacturer for additional information regarding recommended HDMI cable lengths and overall system compatibility.
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DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Projector: The Projector will remain in a stand-by OFF mode until turned on via the supplied IR remote control, or by receipt of a discrete ON command from your home automation control system.
HDMI Inputs #1 through #5 are located on the rear pannel of the ProScaler. HDMI input #6 is under the removable WOLF CINEMA logo plate on the panel front. Note: Select the signal output type from the video equipment set up menu...
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Connecting a Computer Connect the computer by either a 15-pin VGA to RGBHV cable (optional accessory, sold separately) or to a VGA to HDMI converter (also an optional accessory, sold separately).
The height and width of the projected image can be adjusted to be within the shift range of the lens by rotating the lens shift dial on the side of the projector (remove Wolf Cinema logo plate to access dials).
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Setting up the Screen Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image. Note: • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing difficult.
DCL-200 FD Projection from Behind the Screen When using the default setting. Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image On-screen Display Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience. Reverse the image by setting Floor/Rear or Ceiling/Rear for Image Orientation in the Display Setup menu.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Basic Operation Projector ON, INPUT Select Procedures Connect the required external equipment to the projector before operating the following procedures. Note: The language preset at the factory is English. If you want to change the on-screen display to another language, reset the language according to the procedure on page 21.
DCL-200 FD Selecting the On-screen Display Language The on-screen display language of the projector can be set to English, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español, Chinese, Japanese, Korean. 1 Press TV/Projector then MENU. The projector menu will be displayed. 2 Scroll down and select Language 3 Press the right arrow, select the desired language, then press OK.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Easy to Use Functions Adjusting the Picture You can adjust the projector’s image quality to desired preferences via the following picture adjustment controls. Adjusting Picture Preferences Selected Item Description For adjusting the brightness...
DCL-200 FD Use this option to adjust the tint (or hue) of your image. Detail Use this option to adjust the clarity and focus of the image. Gamma Use this option to adjust the gamma (black to white transition) correction of the image. The default setting is 2.2.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual White Balance To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image, choose White Balance from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the image.
DCL-200 FD Reset Select this option to set to all items in the Picture menu to the factory default values. Adjusting Computer Images (Component / PC only) Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering in portions of the screen.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Selecting a Favorite Aspect Ratio (FAV Button) This function allows you to modify or customize the picture display mode to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose Anamorphic, Standard, LetterBox, or Panoramic.
DCL-200 FD Overscan Type This function enables you to adjust image size, zoom or crop edges of the image. The following options are available: Selected Item Description Zoom Scales or zooms the image. Crop Cuts a portion of the image.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual H-V Position This function enables you to center the display vertically and horizontally, shifting the image as desired. 1 Select the desired H Position adjustment control in the Layout tab Press the left or right controls to shift the image laterally.
DCL-200 FD H-V Keystone Function Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion and Adjusting Vertical Size of the picture. This function allows for Keystone correction. Note: When the image is projected either from top or from bottom toward the screen at an angle, the image becomes distorted trapezoidally.
Display Setup – Lamp Power This function allow you to increase the functional brightness of the projector [at some tradeoff to color fidelity]. Note: For best results, Wolf Cinema recommends you operate and calibrate this projection system in the NORMAL mode. Status...
DCL-200 FD Automatic Power OFF Function When an input signal is not detected or you don’t press any input button on the remote control for more than 15 minutes, the projector will automatically turn off if set to ON. Auto Power OFF function will be disabled when it is set to “OFF”.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Menu Timer Menu Timer is used to set how long the on screen display menu will remain, if no further buttons or activity is requested. 5 secs 15 secs Menu Time...
This function allows you to select the type of incoming video content-film. Different processing algorithms are applied for each type of video content. Wolf Cinema recommends you leave the system in the AUTO mode. Reproduces the image of the film source clearly.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Noise Reduction This function is only available for SDTV (480i/576i) and EDTV (480p/576p) signals. Noise Reduction is useful for clearing up noisy images. Keep in mind that reducing “noise” (which reduces high frequencies) may also “soften” the image.
DCL-200 FD Appendix Reset Select this option to set all items in the Display Setup menu to the factory default values except Image Orientation. Image Orientation This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you to reverse or invert the projected image for various screen types and applications.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual High Altitude Mode When the mode is enabled, system fans will be operating in a high speed mode. This will insure proper cooling when installed at altitudes greater than 4000 feet.
Note: • Your projector many NOT offer all these inputs available in this screen. When the Wolf Cinema projector is configured to operate with the ProScaler, only the single HDMI 1 input is used at the projector end. All other sources are selected at the ProScaler.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Appendix Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Unplug the power cord before cleaning the projector. Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these can damage the finish on the cabinet and operation panel. Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides on the projector.
DCL-200 FD Temperature LED (Over Temperature) The over temperature alarm LED on the top alerts you when the projector LED light source becomes too hot or the peripheral is sultry. Temperature LEDs If the Red and Blue LED illuminates during operation, the LED will shut off and the cooling fans will continue to run for approximately 10 seconds.
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Connecting Pin Assignments RS-232C Port: 9 pin Mini pin plug connector to D-Sub Female connector. 8 7 6 Signal Name Reference Not connected Send Data Input Connected to internal circuit Receive Data...
DCL-200 FD Computer Compatibility Computer • Multiple signal support • Horizontal Frequency: 25-91 kHz, Vertical Frequency: 24-85 Hz, Pixel Clock: 25-162 MHz • XGA, SXGA, UXGA compatible with advanced intelligent compression The following is a list of modes that conform to VESA (this projector also supports other signals that are not VESA standards):...
DCL-200 FD 1080p DLP LED Front Projector User’s Manual Video Compatibility Horizontal Vertical Component S-Video Composite HDMI Resolution Frequency (kHz) Frequency (Hz) Support Support Support Support SD Video NTSC 640x480i 15.7 59.94/60 768x576i 15.6 SECAM 768x576i 15.6 NTSC-4.43 PAL-M PAL-N...
DCL-200 FD Troubleshooting Problem Check Projector does not start Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. Remote control batteries need replacing. No picture The selected projector input mode is wrong. Select TV/Projector then HDMI 1 HDMI cable may be incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector.
Light source LED Input Sources Video: HDMI x 1, All source components are connected to the Wolf Cinema outboard ProScaler Control: RS-232 (For computer or home automation control system) x 1, IR Receiver (For remote) x 2, 12V trigger output x 2, USB x 1...
DCL-200 FD Product Dimensions Units: mm (inch) Note: Your projector comes with 4 screws in the bottom. Don’t remove screws if you do not use ceiling mount. Authorized technician should perform the installation only. When using the ceiling mount bracket, the safety instructions provided with the bracket must be strictly observed. Placed the projector at the desired distance from the screen: the size of the projected image depends upon the distance between the lens and the screen and the zoom setting.
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