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® ® HOME THEATER PROJECTOR DLA-HD2KU/DLA-HD2KE OPERATE FOCUS LIGHT TEST MENU EXIT ENTER PRESET HIDE INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the side panel of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
FCC rule. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician. FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A. only) CAUTION: Changes or modification not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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– Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventila- tion. These ensure reliable operation of the product and pro- tect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. (The openings should never be blocked by plac- ing the product on bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface.
Safety Precaution (continued) POWER CONNECTION WARNING: Do not cut off the main plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter or consult your dealer.
Caution About Burning-in of D-ILA Device ● Do not allow the same still picture to be pro- jected for a long time or an abnormally bright video image to be projected. Do not project video images with a high intensity or high contrast on a screen.
Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 Caution ... 5 Accessories ... 6 Controls and Features ... 7 Front Side/ Top Surface/ Left Side ... 7 Rear Side/ Right Side/ Bottom Surface ... 8 Connector Panel ... 9 Control Panel ... 10 Indicator Display on the Control Panel ...
Controls and Features Front Side/Top Surface/Left Side Using the carrying handle Control Panel For details, please refer to ‘Control Panel’. (☞ Page 10) AC Power Input Terminal This is the AC power input terminal. Connect the sup- plied power cord to this terminal. (☞ Page 19) Carrying Handle Use this handle when carrying this unit.
Controls and Features (continued) Rear Side/Right Side/Bottom Surface Connector Panel For details, please refer to ‘Connector Panel’. (☞ Page 9) Lamp Cover Remove this cover when replacing the lamp. (☞ Page 28) Exhaust Vent Warm air is expelled through this vent to keep the system cool.
Connector Panel [SYNC OUT] Terminal This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not use it. Using it may give rise to error or malfunction of the unit. [SERVICE] Terminal This terminal is intended for servicing purposes. Do not use it. Using it may give rise to error and malfunction of the unit.
Controls and Features (continued) Control Panel [TEMP] Indicator Blinking : Indicates that temperature inside this unit is ab- normally high. (☞ Pages 11, 33) [LAMP] Indicator Light on: Indicates that lamp has been used for more than 1900 hours. (☞ Pages 11, 28) Blinking : Indicates that lamp usage time (about 2000 hours) is exceeded.
Indicator Display on the Control Panel In addition to the standby mode, operate mode and cool down mode*, this unit also displays other operational states using different combination of indicators. ● Please refer to Page 28 for explanations on warning indication for * [STAND BY] light on Unit is in standby mode STAND BY...
Controls and Features (continued) Remote Control OPERATE FOCUS LIGHT MENU ENTER PRESET Remote Control’s Signal Transmitter (☞ Page 17) [OPERATE ON] Button When this unit is in the standby mode, pressing the but- ton for more than 1 second will turn this unit on and cause the [OPERATE] indicator to light up.
Loading Batteries into the Remote Control Load batteries into the remote control. If the remote control starts to function erratically, replace the batteries. Open the back cover Press the back cover slightly and slide it in the direction of the arrow. Load the batteries Insert the 2 (AAA) batteries supplied according to the 9, ( marks.
Installing the Projector Precautions for Installation Please read the following carefully when installing this unit. Installation Environment This unit is a precision device. Do not install it at the following places. Doing so may cause fire or malfunction of the unit. •...
Projector and Screen Installation The optimum image can be obtained when the center of this unit lens and the screen are placed perpendicular to each other. Take note of the projection angle when placing them. Failing to do so may give rise to trapezoidal distortion of the projected image.
Installing the Projector (continued) Screen Size and Projection Distance ● This unit uses a 1.3x manual zoom lens for projection. ● Although the focusable projection distance is about 1.5 m to 12 m, the projection distance recommendable for performance is about 2 m to 8 m. Install this unit within this range and adjust the screen size when the aspect ratio of the screen is 16:9. Screen Installation Screen 90˚...
Effective Range of Remote Control Unit The operable distance of the remote control unit is about 7 m for direct reception. The remote control unit can be used by having the transmission signal reflected off a screen. ● If the fluorescent lamp is lit, the remote control unit might not function properly. When reflecting off a screen Ensure that total of distance A between this unit and screen and distance B between remote control and screen is within 7 m.
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and the device to be connected. Connecting to digital video processors ● Read the manual that is supplied with the digital video processor thoroughly. ●...
Connecting the Power Cord (supplied) After all devices have been connected, connect the supplied power cord. Power Cord (supplied) Cautions Against Fire and Electric Shock ● Since the power requirement of this unit is high, insert the power plug directly into a wall outlet. ●...
Basic Operation Procedures If setting for this unit is not completed, please refer to “Adjustments and Settings Using Menus”(☞ Page 22) upon turning on the power and perform the required setting accordingly. Once the basic setting is completed, this unit can be used by simply performing the following operation procedures.
STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE MENU EXIT ENTER PRESET HIDE OPERATE FOCUS TEST LIGHT MENU EXIT ENTER PRESET HIDE Hiding the image temporarily Press [HIDE] ● The displayed image will disappear. ● Press [HIDE] again to restore the image. Turning off the power Press the [OPERATE] button on this unit (or the [OPERATE OFF] button on the remote control unit) for 1 second or more ●...
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus The menus displayed on the screen are used to perform adjustment and setting for this unit. Menu Structure The menus of this unit have the following structure. Main Menu Gamma Gamma Image adjust Color temp Color temp.
Menu Operation Buttons The menus are operated using buttons on this unit or remote control unit. STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE MENU EXIT Menu Operation ENTER Buttons PRESET HIDE OPERATE FOCUS LIGHT TEST MENU EXIT Menu Operation ENTER Buttons PRESET HIDE Button This Unit...
Adjustments and Settings Using Menus (continued) Procedures for Menu Operation STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE 1, 6 EXIT MENU 2, 3 ENTER OPERATE 1, 6 FOCUS LIGHT TEST MENU EXIT 2, 3 ENTER PRESET HIDE Press the [MENU] button ● The main menu is displayed on the screen. Display of the menu item currently selected becomes solid and icon of the NORMAL...
Menu Configuration Item values shown in { } are factory settings. 1 “Image adjust” Menu To adjust images. On the “Image adjust” menu, you can adjust the following items. “Gamma” Switches the gradation characteristics of the image. Select your preference setting values according to the image to be viewed.
Screen Masking Images for which quality at the outer area has deteriorated can be projected by masking (hiding) the outer area of the projected image. 2, 5 EXIT MENU 3, 4 ENTER PRESET HIDE OPERATE FOCUS LIGHT TEST 2, 5 MENU EXIT 3, 4...
Picture Shift Setting When projecting images with black bands at the top and bottom (cinema image), use this to move the image up or down while retaining one of the black bands at the upper or lower end. 2, 5 MENU EXIT 3, 4...
Replacing the Lamp Light-source Lamp and Lamp Usage Time The light-source lamp has a service life. The life of lamps used for this unit is about 2000 hours. ● The lamp life of 2000 hours is merely the average life span of lamps and we do not provide any guarantee for this figure. The lamp life may not reach 2000 hours depending on the operating conditions.
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Loosen the screws on the lamp unit and lift up the handle ● Loosen the 2 screws with a ª screwdriver. Pull out the lamp unit Insert the new lamp unit until it is fully in Caution Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp directly with your hand or stain it.
Replacing the Lamp (continued) Resetting Lamp Time After installing a new lamp (lamp unit), reset the lamp time. The lamp time counter will be reset and a new count will start. If display of the accumulated lamp time has reached 2000 hours, this unit will not work (lamp does not light up) unless the lamp time is reset.
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Clean the filter regularly or air intake efficiency may deteriorate and malfunction may occur. If the filter is extremely dirty and cannot be cleaned, or if it is damaged, replace the filter with a new one (lower filter: LC32087-002A / inner filter: LC32058- 002A).
What to do when these messages are displayed Message No Signal DVI-D 1000h L a m p r e p l a c e m e n t L a m p r e p l a c e m e n t W a r n i n g Cause (Details) No device is connected to the DVI terminal.
Warning Indication About warning indicators If abnormality occurs in this unit during projection, the warning mode will be triggered and the type of abnormality will be indicated by a combination of indicators displayed on the control panel. This unit will then automatically stop projection and run the cooling fan for about 90 seconds.
Troubleshooting Before sending the unit to your authorized dealer for repair, check the following points. Symptom Probable Cause • Is the power cord disconnected? Power is not • Is the lamp cover properly shut? supplied. • Is the filter cover properly shut? •...
Terminal Description (continued) RS-232C External Control Control of this unit via a computer is possible by connecting the computer to this unit with a RS-232C cross cable (D-sub 9 pins). The commands to control this unit and the response data format against the received commands are explained here. For details, please consult your authorized dealer.
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3 Special parameters Parameters for input video image format Character Operation mode parameters Character 0000 30h 30h 30h 30h 0001 30h 30h 30h 31h 0002 30h 30h 30h 32h 0004 30h 30h 30h 34h 3. External control command table Function Operate HIDE Left/Right Reversal...
● Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. ● Please note that some of the pictures and illustrations may have been abridged, enlarged or contextualized in order to aid comprehension. Images may differ from the actual product. DLA-HD2KU/DLA-HD2KE D-ILA Home Theater Projector D-ILA* (Reflective Active Matrix Principle) D-ILA Device* /0.82"...
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Dimensions (Unit: mm) 92.3 Front Bottom M6 (Depth: 10 mm) Mounting screw should be more than 6 mm but less than 10 mm in length. Side 36.2 67.5 Center of Lens...