Sim2 CRYSTALCUBE User Manual
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  • Page 1 Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. © Copyright 2013 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Important Safety Information 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 of safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 3: Projector Installation Notice

    Preface Projector Installation Notice  Place the projector in a horizontal position The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically, and may lead to other unpredictable damages.
  • Page 4 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Verify Installation Location  To supply power, the 3-blade (with earthing lead) socket should be used to ensure proper grounding and equalized ground potential for all of the equipment in the Projector System.  The power code provided with the Projector should be used. In case of any missing item, other qualified 3-blade (with earthing lead) power cord can be used as substitution;...
  • Page 5 Preface Power Safety  Only use the supplied power cord.  Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic.  Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. Replacing the Lamp Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly.
  • Page 6: Main Features

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Main Features  Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM.  A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms.  Supports resolutions up to UXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Preface Table of Contents GETTING STARTED................................1 ................................1 ACKING HECKLIST OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: ............................1 ............................... 2 IEWS OF ROJECTOR ARTS Front-right View ................................2 Rear view..................................3 Bottom view................................... 5 ..............................6 EMOTE ONTROL ARTS ..........................8 EMOTE ONTROL PERATING ANGE ........................
  • Page 8 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Projection Distance and Size Table......................... 46 ................................ 47 IMING ABLE ..............................49 ROJECTOR IMENSIONS REGULATORY COMPLIANCE............................50 FCC W .................................. 50 ARNING .................................... 50 ANADA ..............................50 AFETY ERTIFICATIONS APPENDIX I..................................51 RS-232C P ................................51 ROTOCOL — viii —...
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Caution: Avoid using the projector in dusty environments. Note: If you need low profiles cables connectors that fit within the compartment on the back of the projector, refer to your local dealer or directly to SIM2 distributor – 1 –...
  • Page 10: Views Of Projector Parts

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Views of Projector Parts Front-right View ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control Lens Projection Lens Focus ring Focuses the projected image Zoom ring Enlarges the projected image Important: Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which keeps the projector lamp cool.
  • Page 11: Rear View

    ESCRIPTION EE PAGE AC IN Connect the POWER cable 3D SYNC Connect the SIM2 3D glasses IR transmitter HDMI 1 Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device HDMI 2 Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device Connect the USB cable from a computer...
  • Page 12 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Note:  To use this feature, you must plug in the connector before turn on/off the projector.  Screen controllers are supplied and supported by screen manufacturers.  Do not use this jack for anything other than intended use.
  • Page 13: Bottom View

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Bottom view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a Ceiling support holes ceiling Tilt adjustor Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position. Note: When installing, ensure that you use only UL Listed ceiling mounts.
  • Page 14: Remote Control Parts

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Remote Control Parts Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluorescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path between the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
  • Page 15 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Power OFF Turns the projector off HDMI 2 Displays the HDMI 2 source selection Displays the PC source selection VIDEO Displays the VIDEO source selection Up cursor / Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Keystone+ Quick Menu –...
  • Page 16: Remote Control Operating Range

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Remote Control Operating Range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector. Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 7 meters (23 feet) and 15 degrees above or below the projector level.
  • Page 17: Inserting The Remote Control Batteries

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the batteries paying attention to the positive pole. Reinsert the compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 18: Setup And Operation

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual ETUP AND PERATION Starting and Shutting down the Projector Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. POWER LED on the projector light. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the POWER LED is not flashing.
  • Page 19 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual When the “Power Off? /Press Power again” message appears, press the POWER button. The projector turns off. Caution: Do not unplug the power cord until the POWER LED stops flashing–indicating the projector has cooled down. – 11 –...
  • Page 20: Setting An Access Password (Security Lock)

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) You can use the four (arrow) buttons to set a password and prevent unauthorized use of the projector. When enabled, the password must be entered after you power on the projector. (See Navigating the OSD on page 18 and Setting the OSD Language on page 19 for help on using OSD menus.)
  • Page 21 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual You can use the cursor buttons ▲▼◄► on IR remote control for password entry. You can use any combination including the same arrow five times, but not less than five. Press the cursor buttons in any order to set the password. Push the MENU button to exit the dialog box.
  • Page 22: Ceiling Mounting Operation

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Ceiling Mounting Operation The CRYSTALCUBE projector has been designed in compliance with world wide safety standards with it's glass cabinet. Nevertheless, even if the best materials and adhesives available in the market, in order to guarantee a safe application on the long long run, exclusively for the ceiling mounting applications, it's necessary to fit properly the four angular brackets to the corresponding cabinet edges in order to assure glass cabinet safety and to avoid any possible glass part falling.
  • Page 23 These angular brackets are in the supplied projector kit in its nylon bag. (SIM2 supply five angular brackets, four pieces to use for the ceiling mounting and one for spare part) If you need to remove the angular brackets, unfasten the locking tab.
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Projector Level

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 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. ...
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Zoom, Focus And Keystone

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone Use the Image-zoom control (on the projector only) to resize the projected image and screen size Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image Use the RC via OSD...
  • Page 26: On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu Settings

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual (OSD) M CREEN ISPLAY ETTINGS OSD Menu Controls The projector has an OSD that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control cursor buttons to navigate and make changes to the OSD.
  • Page 27: Setting The Osd Language

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Setting the OSD Language Set the OSD language to your preference before continuing. 1. Press the MENU button. Press the cursor ◄► button to navigate to Settings 1. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move to the Advanced 1 menu.
  • Page 28: Osd Menu Overview

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual OSD Menu Overview Use the following illustration to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting. Image Display Mode Presentation, Bright, Game, Movie, TV, sRGB, Blackboard, User Brightness Contrast Computer Horizontal Position Vertical Position Frequency...
  • Page 29: Image Menu

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Image Menu Attention ! All of display mode parameters when changed will be saved to user mode. Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Image Menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Image menu. Press ◄► to enter and change values for settings.
  • Page 30: Computer Menu

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Computer Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Computer menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Computer menu.
  • Page 31: Advanced Feature

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Advanced Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Advanced menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲ to move up and down in the Advanced menu.
  • Page 32: Color Manager

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Color Manager Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Color Manager menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲ to move up and down in the Color Manager menu.
  • Page 33: Settings 1 Menu

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Settings 1 Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Settings 1 menu. Press ◄►...
  • Page 34: Audio

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Audio Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Audio menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲ to move up and down in the Audio menu.
  • Page 35: Advanced 1 Feature

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Advanced 1 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 1 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 1 menu.
  • Page 36 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 3D Setting ESCRIPTION Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and select different 3D mode. 3D Sync Invert Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and enable or disable 3D Sync Invert. 3D Format Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and enable or disable different 3D Format.
  • Page 37: Advanced 2 Feature

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Advanced 2 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 2 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 2 menu.
  • Page 38: Settings 2 Menu

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Settings 2 Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Settings 2 menu.
  • Page 39: Status

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Status Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Settings 2 menu. Select the Status menu and press Enter or ► to enter. ESCRIPTION Active Source Display the activated source. Displays resolution/video information for RGB source and color standard for Video Video Information source.
  • Page 40: Advanced 1 Feature

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Advanced 1 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 1 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 1 menu.
  • Page 41 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Lamp Hour Reset Please refer to Resetting the Lamp on page 38 to reset the lamp hour counter. – 33 –...
  • Page 42: Advanced 2 Feature

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Advanced 2 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 2 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 2 menu.
  • Page 43 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Source Filter Press the ENTER button to enter the Source Filter sub menu. ESCRIPTION Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and enable or disable the VGA1 source. Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and enable or disable the Component Video Component Video source.
  • Page 44: Maintenance And Security

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 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: a. The projection lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.
  • Page 45 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Turn upside down the projector. Loosen the four screws on the bottom of the projector. Remove the glass cabinet. Remove the two screws from the lamp module. Lift the module handle up. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module and replace the lamp module.
  • Page 46: Resetting The Lamp

    Settings 2 menu. Press the cursor button to move down to Advanced 1 and press enter. For password please contact the closest SIM2 Distributor or service centre. Press the cursor ► or Enter button. A message screen appears.
  • Page 47: Cleaning The Projector

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 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 30 minutes before cleaning. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn.
  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 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.
  • Page 49: Led Error Messages

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual LED Error Messages OWER RROR ESSAGES REEN Flashing System Initial Ready to Power on (Standby) Flashing System Power on Lamp Lit , System stable Flashing Cooling Over Temperature 4 blinks Thermal Break Sensor error 5 blinks Lamp Fail...
  • Page 50: Lamp Problems

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 1. Position the projector so it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. 2. Use the Keystone button on the remote control to correct the problem. Problem: The image is reversed Check the Projection setting on the Settings 1 menu of the OSD.
  • Page 51: Having The Projector Serviced

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual 3. Check the audio cable connection. 4. Test the source audio output with other speakers. 5. Have the projector serviced. Problem: The sound is distorted 1. Check the audio cable connection. 2. Test the source audio output with other speakers.
  • Page 52: Hdmi Q & A

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual HDMI Q & A Q. What is the difference between a “Standard” HDMI cable and a “High-Speed” HDMI cable? Recently, HDMI Licensing, LLC announced that cables would be tested as Standard or High- Speed cables. ˙Standard (or “category 1”) HDMI cables have been tested to perform at speeds of 75Mhz or up to 2.25Gbps, which is the equivalent of a 720p/1080i signal.
  • Page 53: Specifications

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual PECIFICATIONS Specifications CRYSTALCUBE Model Display type TI DMD 1080p Resolution 1080p 1920x1080 Projection distance 1.2 ~ 10 m Projection screen size 25.9" ~ 324.97" Projection lens Manual Focus/Manual Zoom Zoom ratio 1.5x Vertical keystone +/- 40 Degree correction...
  • Page 54: Projection Distance Vs. Projection Size

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Projection Distance vs. Projection Size Projection Distance and Size Table CRYSTALCUBE ROJECTION ROJECTION MAGE IAGONAL ISTANCE ISTANCE MAGE IDTH MAGE IGHT FFSET ( M ) ( ) (M) (M) INCH INCH INCH 52.3 29.4 1.85 2.78 0.11 61.0 34.3...
  • Page 55: Timing Mode Table

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Timing Mode Table HDMI OMPOSITE IGNAL ESOLUTION OMPONENT ( KH IDEO NALOG IGITAL NTSC 15.734 - ○ - - - PAL/SECAM 15.625 - ○ - - - 640 x 400 37.9 85.08 - - ○ ○ VESA 720 x 400 31.5...
  • Page 56 CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual HDMI OMPOSITE IGNAL ESOLUTION OMPONENT ( KH IDEO NALOG IGITAL 1280 x 1024 91.1 - - ○ ○ 1280 x 960 - - ○ ○ 1280 x 960 85.9 - - ○ ○ 1360 x 768 47.7 -...
  • Page 57: Projector Dimensions

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Projector Dimensions – 49 –...
  • Page 58: Regulatory Compliance

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant 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.
  • Page 59: Rs-232C Protocol

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual PPENDIX RS-232C Protocol RS232 Setting Baud rate: 9600 Parity None check: Data bit: Stop bit: Flow None Control Minimum delay for next command: 1ms Control Command Structure Header code Command code Data code End code Command Data ASCII ‘V’...
  • Page 60: Command Group 01

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Command Group 01 ASCII Function Description Return Value VXXG0101 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 31h 30h 31h 0Dh Get Brightness n=0~100 Pn/F VXXS0101n 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 31h 30h 31h nh 0Dh Set Brightness n=0~100 VXXG0102 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 31h 30h 32h 0Dh...
  • Page 61: Command Group 03

    CRYSTALCUBE—User Manual Command Group 03 ASCII Function Description Return Value 0: Fill 1: 4:3 2: 16:9 VXXG0301 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 33h 30h 31h 0Dh Get Scaling Pn/F 3: Letter Box 4: Native 5: 2.35:1 0: Fill 1: 4:3...

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