TITAN XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual Declaration of Conformity Directives covered by this Declaration 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC. 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC. Products covered by this Declaration TITAN XG-500 Large screen video projector type...
Product revision • Because we at Digital Projection continually strive to improve our products, we may change specifications and designs, and add new features without prior notice. Projectors built prior to this revision of the User Manual may therefore not include all the features described.
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TITAN XG-500 Important Information Digital Projection User Manual General precautions Notes Do not open the cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Use only the power cable provided. Ensure that the power outlet includes a Ground connection, as this equipment MUST be earthed.
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APPLY button. Always keep a written note of the original settings, and any changes you have made. Software update should NOT be carried out except by, or with the supervision of, Digital Projection Service personnel. Rev A August 2006 Page v...
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Electronic Equipment. Our products are designed with reuse, recycling and recovery of all components in mind. To this end, at end of life, your projector may be returned to Digital Projection Ltd or its agent so that the environmental impact can be minimised.
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XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual Important Information Digital Projection Contact details Notes Digital Projection Limited, Greenside Way, Middleton, Manchester M24 1XX, UK. Registered in England No. 2207264, Registered Office: as above Tel: +44 (0) 161 947 3300 Fax:+44 (0) 161 684 7674 Email enquiries@digitalprojection.co.uk, service@digitalprojection.co.uk...
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................v Compliance with international standards ................vi Noise ..............................vi RF Interference ..........................vi European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive .........vi Digital Projection Contact details ................... vii 1. Introduction What’s in the box? ........................1.2 Key features of the projector ....................1.3 Getting to know the projector ....................
TITAN XG-500 Table of Contents Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Screen requirements ........................2.2 Aspect ratio ............................ 2.2 Positioning the screen and projector ....................2.5 Choosing a lens ..........................2.6 Choosing a lens using the lens charts ................... 2.7 Choosing a lens by calculation .......................
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XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual Table of Contents 4. Controlling the projector Overview ............................4.4 Controlling the projector ......................... 4.4 Input modes and settings ....................... 4.5 Indicators ............................4.7 Input status indicators ........................4.7 The control panel .......................... 4.8 Keypad layout ..........................4.8 Projector status indicators ......................
On Screen Display ........................4.37 Password ............................. 4.38 Communication ..........................4.39 Network ............................4.40 Restore Defaults .......................... 4.45 Information menu ........................4.46 Projector Information ........................4.46 Source Information ........................4.46 Digital Projection Information ....................... 4.47 continued Page xii Rev A August 2006...
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XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual Table of Contents 5. Userware 6. Maintenance Changing the lamp module ...................... 6.2 Changing the air filter ......................... 6.3 Cleaning ............................. 6.4 Projector ............................6.4 Lens ............................... 6.4 Lamp module ..........................6.4 7. Appendix Troubleshooting ..........................7.2 Specifications ..........................
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1. Introduction Contents What’s in the box? ........................1.2 Key features of the projector ....................1.3 Getting to know the projector ....................1.4 Front panel, – lens and power ......................1.4 Rear panel – lamp and air filter ...................... 1.4 Side panel –...
TITAN XG-500 1. Introduction Digital Projection User Manual What’s in the box? Notes • Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. Lenses are optional. Order lenses from your Digital • You should save the original box and packing materials, in case you ever need Projection dealer.
1. Introduction Key features of the projector Notes Congratulations on your purchase of the Digital Projection Titan XG-500 projector. Digital Projection International, Texas Instruments’ first DLP™ partner and the original innovator of the 3-chip DLP™ projector, proudly introduces the Titan XG.
TITAN XG-500 1. Introduction Digital Projection User Manual Getting to know the projector Notes Front panel, – lens and power Air outlet For more detailed information about lenses, see Air inlet - section 2. Installation around lens Front Infra-red window...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 1. Introduction Side panel – connection and control Notes For information about how to connect the projector, see Connecting the projector in section 2. Installation, and Connections in section 7. Control panel Appendix. For information about how to use the control panel, see section 4.
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2. Installation Contents Screen requirements ........................2.2 Aspect ratio ............................ 2.2 Fitting the image to the DMD ..................... 2.2 Images displayed full width ......................2.2 Images displayed full height ...................... 2.2 Diagonal screen sizes ......................2.3 Fitting the image to the screen ....................2.4 Positioning the screen and projector ....................
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Screen requirements Notes Aspect ratio The images are shown here scaled automatically by the Fitting the image to the DMD projector. If the source image supplied to the projector is smaller than 1024 x 768 pixels, then the image will not fill the DMD.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Diagonal screen sizes Notes Screen sizes are sometimes specified by their diagonal size (D) in inches. When dealing with large screens and projection distances at different aspect ratios, it is more convenient to measure screen width (W) and height (H).
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Fitting the image to the screen Notes It is important that your screen is of sufficient height and width to display images at all the aspect ratios you are planning to use.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Positioning the screen and projector Notes For optimum viewing, the screen should be a flat surface perpendicular to the floor. The bottom of the screen should be 1.2m (4 feet) above the floor and the front row The projector should be of the audience should not have to look up more than 30°...
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Choosing a lens Notes A number of lenses are available for use with the projector. Which lens you choose will depend on the screen size, image aspect ratio, projection distance and light output.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Choosing a lens using the lens charts Notes Use the charts on this page and on the following pages to choose which lens best suits your application. This chart has a TRF of 1.0, for use with the following images: Full width images, including 2.35:1, 1.85:1, 16:9, 1.66:1, 4:3...
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Lens charts continued Notes Full height image 5:4 This chart has a TRF of 1.07, Use the chart below to choose which lens best suits your application. for use with the following image: if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on the page immediately following the lens charts.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Choosing a lens by calculation Notes For any screen size not listed above, or if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations below. The Throw ratio for a particular •...
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Useful lens calculations Notes The Throw ratio for a particular The following lens calculations may be useful: lens is fixed, but assumes that the image fills the width of the DMD. Throw ratio =...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Fitting the lens Notes • Remove the rear lens cap from the lens. • Insert the lens into the lens mount with the connector to the right, taking care to line up the locating pin on the lens with the locating hole above the opening.
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Shifting the image Notes For more information on using The normal position for the projector is at the centre of the screen. However, you the Lens shift feature, see can set the projector above or below the centre, or to one side, and adjust the image section 4.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Mounting the projector Notes The projector is designed to be used on a flat surface, but the optional rigging frame BEFORE INSTALLING THE will allow it to be suspended from a lighting truss or rigging. The four adjustable feet...
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Adjusting the rigging frame Notes Coarse adjustment of projector level should be made by adjusting the length of the supporting wires or chains, or by adjusting the position of the truss or rigging.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Stacking projectors Notes The rigging frame is capable of supporting the weight of up to two other projectors, using the built-in frame couplings. The projectors can be stacked on top of each other, or suspended below each other.
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Connecting the projector Notes Input Control connection panel connection panel Signal Inputs The following inputs are available: 3. DVI For more information on 2. RGB2 selecting an input source, see section 4. Overview, Using the control keys, and Using the menus.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 2. Installation Control connection examples Notes LAN connection All of the projector’s features can be controlled via a LAN connection, using a For more information about pin standard internet browser package such as Internet Explorer.
TITAN XG-500 2. Installation Digital Projection User Manual Power connection Notes When mains power is first applied, the projector will perform a self-test, then go into Standby mode. The Power indicator on the control panel will show amber until the POWER Use only the power cable on the remote control or the keypad, is pressed for 3 seconds.
3. Getting Started Contents Switching the projector on ....................... 3.2 Selecting an input or test pattern ..................3.2 Input ............................... 3.2 Test pattern ............................ 3.2 Adjusting the lens ......................... 3.3 Focus ............................. 3.3 Zoom .............................. 3.3 Shift ..............................3.3 Adjusting the projected image ....................
TITAN XG-500 3. Getting Started Digital Projection User Manual Switching the projector on Notes • Connect the power cable between the mains supply and the projector. For more information about connecting the power cable, see Power Connections, in section 2. Installation.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 3. Getting Started Adjusting the lens Notes For more detailed information Focus about: • followed by to adjust the focus. - using the control keys on the Press remote control or keypad, When adjustment is finished, press...
TITAN XG-500 3. Getting Started Digital Projection User Manual Adjusting the projected image Notes Picture settings • key, followed by Press a to adjust these picture settings: The Saturation control is available for Composite, S- Brightness Video and Component inputs only.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Using the menus .......................... 4.15 Navigating menus and submenus ....................4.15 Menu controls ..........................4.17 Input menu ............................4.18 Input Source ..........................4.18 Presets ............................4.19 Recall Presets ......................... 4.19 Save Presets ...........................
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LAN Gateway Mask ......................... 4.43 Wifi ............................4.43 Channel ........................... 4.44 SSID ............................4.44 Restore Defaults .......................... 4.45 Information menu ........................4.46 Projector Information ........................4.46 Source Information ........................4.46 Digital Projection Contact Information ..................4.47 Rev A August 2006 Page 4.3...
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TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Overview Notes Controlling the projector The projector can be controlled from: • the remote control • the keypad • the RS232 input • the Ethernet input For more information about controlling the projector using the RS232 and Ethernet inputs, see Remote communications protocol in section 7.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Input modes and settings Notes Input mode detection The projector can automatically detect the following parameters from the incoming video signal: • line frequency • frame rate • interlace / progressive From these parameters the projector can determine input mode, for example: •...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Any subsequent changes that you make to the modal settings will be saved in the Notes mode history, with the input mode. Mode Mode library history NTSC NTSC defaults modal...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Indicators Notes Input status indicators 1. RGB1 3. DVI There are more indicators on the Control panel, and these are 2. RGB2 described on the next page. Input 4. is not used on this projector.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual The control panel Notes Many features are controlled Keypad layout from the menus using the menu navigation keys on the remote The controls on the keypad are identical to those at the top of the remote control, control or keypad.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector The remote control Notes Many features are controlled Layout from the menus using the menu navigation keys on the remote control or keypad. For more information about using the menus, see later in Transmit this section, Using the menus.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Using the control keys Notes Power • Press POWER and hold for 3 seconds, to switch the projector ON. • Press POWER and hold for 3 seconds, to switch the projector OFF.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Auto-detect input mode Notes • to force the projector to re-detect the input mode Press For more information about (see Input modes and settings, earlier in this section). input mode detection, see earlier in this section, Input modes and settings.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Input Presets Notes recall • To recall a set of modal settings that have been saved, press and hold A – S. whilst pressing the lettered key For more information about input modes and input presets, •...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Red, Green and Blue Notes • Press to switch the red, green or blue components OFF The red, green and blue keys or ON. are disabled when the OSD is switched OFF.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Magnify and pan Notes • Press Magnify MAGNIFY The magnify feature utilises a digital zoom. Used with the pan followed by to adjust the size of the picture. control, this can be used to:...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Using the menus Notes Some menu controls can be Navigating menus and submenus accessed directly using the control keys (see earlier in this When the menus are in use and the OSD is ON, the top level menu headings are section).
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TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Notes to open the menu. The blue highlight moves to the first item in the Press menu, which may be submenu, for example the Projector Setup submenu. Setup menu •...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Menu controls Notes Some menus have controls, as shown in the examples below. Some menus items may be greyed out - unavailable due to the effect of settings made in other menus, or due to the type of input signal.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Input menu Notes Some menu controls can be accessed directly using the To return to the main menu, press up to three times. control keys (see earlier in this section).
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Input menu continued Notes Presets Some menu controls can be accessed directly using the Sixteen sets of parameters can be saved and recalled (A – S). The parameters control keys (see earlier in this saved for each Preset are: section).
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Input menu continued Notes Save presets Some menu controls can be accessed directly using the • to select Save Preset. Press control keys (see earlier in this section). to open the Save Presets A ~ H submenu.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Picture menu Notes Some menu controls can be accessed directly using the To return to the main menu, press up to three times. control keys (see earlier in this section). From the main menu: When using the menus, press •...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual picture menu continued Notes Gamma Correction Video recordings are often supplied with a gamma adjustment applied. The projector’s gamma adjustment can be used to correct for this. • Press to select Gamma.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector picture menu continued Notes Aspect Ratio • to select Aspect Ratio. Press Aspect Ratio selection can be found in both the Picture and to select from: Press Geometry menus. This will best fit the incoming source to fill either the height or Fill width without changing the aspect ratio of the source.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Geometry menu Notes Some menu controls can be accessed directly using the To return to the main menu, press up to three times. control keys (see earlier in this section).
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Geometry menu continued Notes User Horizontal Aspect Ratio • to select User H Aspect. Press Horizontal and Vertical Aspect Ratio adjustments are to adjust the slider (internal number – adjust to fit).
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Geometry menu continued Notes Blanking Blanking curtains can be applied to each edge of the picture. • to select Blanking. Press to open the Blanking submenu. Press Geometry Menu Blanking Blanking On/Off •...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Colour menu Notes To return to the main menu, press up to three times. When using the menus, press to hide or From the main menu: reveal the On-Screen-Display. • Press until Colour is highlighted.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Colour menu continued Notes Colour Mode • Press to select Colour Mode. Read the notes on Colour and to select from: Press Global Colourimetry earlier in this section before making...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Colour menu continued Notes Trim • Press to select Trim. The Trim submenu is available only if Global Colour Mode is Press to open the Trim submenu. selected. Trim rGB Lift and Gain...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu Notes To return to the main menu, press up to three times. From the main menu: • until Setup is highlighted. Press When using the menus, press to hide or to open the Setup menu.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu, continued Notes Projector • Press to select Projector. Press to open the Projector submenu. Orientation Setup Menu Projector • Press to select Orientation. to select from: Press Desktop Front...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu, projector continued Notes Keystone Used to correct for distortion caused by the projector being mounted higher or lower than the screen. • to select Keystone. Press to adjust the slider (-128 to +127).
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu continued Notes Global Colourimetry • Press to select Global Colourimetry. • Press to open the Global Colourimetry submenu. Setup Menu Global Colourimetry Some menu items may be greyed out - unavailable due to...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu, Global Colourimetry continued Notes Colour Mode • Press to select Colour Mode. Read the notes on Colour and to select from: Press Global Colourimetry earlier in this section before making...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu, continued Notes Lamp • Press to select Lamp. Press to open the Lamp submenu. The middle row shows the current lamp setting. Setup Menu Lamp Change Lamp Setting •...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu, Lamp continued Notes Lamp power • Press to select the Lamp Power setting. to adjust the Lamp Power from: Press in 1% steps 80 to 100% Lamp Mode •...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu continued Notes On Screen Display • to select On Screen Display. Press to open the On Screen Display submenu. Press Setup Menu On Screen Display OSD position • to select OSD Position...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu continued Notes Password Entry to the password protected area is available to authorised service personel only. • Press to select Password. to open the Password control box. Press •...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu continued Notes Communication • Press to select Comunication. Press to open the Comunication submenu. Setup Menu Comunication projector Address The projector and the remote control need to be set to matching addresses. Read...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu continued Notes Network • Press to select Network. Press to open the Network submenu. Setup Menu Network LAN MAC Address • Projector’s unique ID - for information only - cannot be changed.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu, Network continued Notes DHCp • to select DHCP Press to open the DHCP control box. Press to select from: Press to apply the new DHCP setting. Press LAN Ip Address •...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu, Network continued Notes LAN Subnet Mask • to select LAN Subnet Press to open the LAN Subnet control box. Press LAN IP Subnet cannot be changed if DHCP is set to ON.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu, Network continued Notes LAN Gateway Mask • Press to select LAN Gateway to open the LAN IP Address control box. Press LAN IP Gateway cannot be changed if DHCP is set to ON.
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Setup menu, Network continued Notes Channel • Press to select Channel. to open the Channel control box. Press The Channel setting is not available if Connection is set to Wired.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Setup menu, continued Notes Restore Defaults • to select Restore Defaults. Press Press Restore Defaults will restore The following message will be displayed. all settings to factory defaults. If you are not sure this is...
TITAN XG-500 4. Controlling the projector Digital Projection User Manual Information menu Notes To return to the main menu, press up to three times. When using the menus, press to hide or From the main menu: reveal the On-Screen-Display. •...
User Manual 4. Controlling the projector Information menu continued Notes Digital Projection Information • Press to select Digital Projection. When using the menus, press to hide or to see the DP Information screen. Press reveal the On-Screen-Display. Information Menu DP Contact Information Rev A August 2006 Page 4.47...
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TITAN XG-500 6. Maintenance Digital Projection User Manual Changing the lamp module Notes • Turn the power OFF and allow the lamp to cool for 5 minutes. Always allow the lamp to cool • Unscrew the three door screws, and detach the rear door - the door is tethered, for 5 minutes before: so cannot be removed completely.
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 6. Maintenance Changing the air filter Notes • Turn the power OFF and allow the lamp to cool for 5 minutes. Always allow the lamp to cool • Unscrew the three door screws, and remove the rear door.
TITAN XG-500 6. Maintenance Digital Projection User Manual Cleaning Notes Turn the projector off before cleaning. Projector Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth. If heavily soiled, use a mild or thinners to clean the detergent.
TITAN XG-500 7. Appendix Digital Projection User Manual Troubleshooting problem possible solutions The projector will not power up. Check that the mains plug is plugged in and that the mains supply is switched on. Check any external fuses or breakers.
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Check that the address setting on the remote control is set either to zero, or to the same as the projector. See section 4. Controlling the projector, Communication menu In the event that this troubleshooting guide has not solved the problem, then contact your Digital Projection dealer or service centre. Rev A August 2006 Page 7.3...
TITAN XG-500 7. Appendix Digital Projection User Manual Specifications Part numbers Projector 106-239 Power cable 10A, Europe 102-163 Power cable 13A, North America 102-165 Power cable 10A, United Kingdom 102-180 Remote control 105-023 4x AAA batteries 105-922 Remote cable 5m...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 7. Appendix Electrical RGB1, RGB2, DVI, Composite Video, S-Video, Component Inputs up to 165MHz Pixel clock 1 x LAN Control inputs 1 x wifi LAN 1 x RS232 serial: 19200 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity 1 x remote control 100-240 VAC ±10%, 48-62Hz (single phase)
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 7. Appendix Input connections Notes 1. RGB1 input 5 x 75 ohm BNC Used for computer, progressive video and analog HD video. RGsB RGBS RGBHV YCrCb Pr/Cr G + Sync Pb/Cb Sync H Sync V Sync 2.
TITAN XG-500 7. Appendix Digital Projection User Manual 3. DVI-D input Notes 24 way D-type connector TMDS Data 2- TMDS Data 2+ pin view of female connector TMDS Data 2 Shield unused unused DDC Clock DDC Data unused TMDS Data 1-...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 7. Appendix 4. (not used in this projector) Notes 5. Composite video input 1 x 75 ohm BNC PAL or NTSC video 6. S-Video input 4 pin mini-DIN pin view of female connector L Ground...
TITAN XG-500 7. Appendix Digital Projection User Manual Control connections Notes LAN connection Use: 10BaseT Unshielded Twisted Pair cable • a straight cable to connect to a The standard wire colours as as follows: hub or network, or White / Orange stripe •...
XG-500 Digital Projection User Manual 7. Appendix Serial control input Notes unused Received Data (RX) The projector is a DTE, so use: Transmitted Data (TX) • a straight cable to connect to a pin view of female connector unused modem, or Signal Ground •...
TITAN XG-500 7. Appendix Digital Projection User Manual Using Windows Hyperterminal to connect to the projector Notes Many features of the projector can be controlled remotely by sending ascii character strings to the serial control input, or via a LAN, using the protocol and syntax described in the following pages.
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