The creation of OHP film is not required. This allows a reduction of wasteful time and costs. • Super-thin, stylish body The iP-30 features a super-thin body for a projector having a built-in OHP function which reflects the advanced technology inherent in the design. Offers an easy fit when in use or when stored.
• If you detect smoke, or a strange smell or sound, immediately disconnect the power cable. It is dangerous to continue using the projector after a fault occurs. Return the projector to the dealer where it was pur- chased for repair.
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• Have the internal components cleaned by a retailer about once a year. There is a risk of fire or faulty operation if the inside of the projector gets dusty and is not cleaned for a long time. For best results, the projector should be serviced be- fore the wet season brings damp conditions.
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• Lamp implosion • A DC type Super High pressure lamp is used in this projector and it is rare for the lamp to explode during use. The unit is also designed to forcibly turn off the lamp because there is a high possibility that the lamp will break if it is used beyond the lamp usage of 2000 hours (Refer to pages E-43 and E-45).
Names of the Parts ... E-7 Supplied Parts Check ... E-7 Names and Functions of the Parts (Projector) ... E-8 Names and Functions of the Parts (Input Connectors) ... E-10 Names and Functions of the Parts (Operation Panel) ... E-11 Names and Functions of the Parts (Remote Control) ...
Supplied Parts Check Please check that the supplied parts are included. iP-30SE/30BE Projector Lens cap Power cable (3 m) iP-30 User’s Manual D terminal/RGB conversion cable (IPC-D/VGA) (Option) Remote control Coin-type lithium battery: CR2025 (Inside the remote control) iP Viewer Software Quick Reference* * Only included with the iP-30SE.
A Check of the Supplied Items and the Names of the Parts Names and Functions of the Parts (Projector) Document cover The document or printed material to be read is placed under this cover. See Page E-30. Operation panel The buttons used for regular operation are located here.
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Page E-21. Theft prevention lock Please see the Note below. NOTE About the anti-theft lock The anti-theft lock is compatible with Kensington security cable lock. Contact the following for more information about the products. Kensington Computer Products Group Phone: (650) 572-2700 Fax: (650) 267-2800 URL: http://www.kensington.com...
A Check of the Supplied Items and the Names of the Parts Names and Functions of the Parts (Input Connectors) TEST 1. Test (maintenance) connector This special connector is used at the time of maintenance and factory tests. It cannot be used for other connections. 2.
INPUT PORTRAIT FREEZE OFF FREEZE TRANSFER 4. POWER Button Switches the power of the projector on or off (standby mode). • Only this button is effective when the projection lamp is off. See Page E-21. 5. INPUT button Press this to switch the input.
A Check of the Supplied Items and the Names of the Parts Names and Functions of the Parts (Remote Control) 1. POWER Button Switches the power of the projector on or off (standby mode). • Only this button is effective when the projection lamp is off.
Operation of the Remote Control • Please use the remote control within a range of about 7 m from the remote control IR sensor of the projector (located at both the front and rear) and within an angle of 10 degrees to the left and 10 degrees to the right. Note that this distance may be shorter depending on battery consumption.
Properly adjust the projection image to the screen → See Page E-15 Perform the tilt adjustment of the projector to provide the desired projection height. The tilt adjustment allows the position of the projection image to be raised and lowered. The adjustment angle is from 0 de- grees to 6 degrees.
• Do not place the projector in a location where the ventilation vents will be blocked or in closed ar- eas having poor ventilation. Doing so will cause the temperature to rise and could cause a fire or accident.
Connections with the Personal Computer Connection Precautions • To protect this projector and the equipment to be connected, switch off the power of each unit be- fore making connections. • Please read the various equipment instruction manuals for information about the connection of the equipment and the method of use.
The pins and their corresponding signal inputs are described below. 15 14 13 12 NOTE: The RGB (15-pin) input connector of the projector is of the analog type. This cannot be connected with a digital output type of personal computer.
● The image is not projected When the external output signal from the personal computer is not input to the iP-30, "No signal being input" is displayed on the display screen of the iP-30. Should this occur, please check the following matters.
Table of Supported Input Signals Signals indicated with a “Yes” are supported. Note that depending on the model of personal computer, please per- form the screen adjustment of the "Image adjustment" → "Sync adjustment" menu if flickering or bleeding appear on the projection screen.
Connections with Video Equipment The video of a video tape deck or DVD player is projected onto a large screen. iP-30 Projector side connector panel D terminal/ RGB conversion cable (Option: Model name IPC-D/VGA) To the video output connector Video deck * The USB terminal can only be used with the iP-30SE.
• Do not disconnect the power cord while the lamp is lit. • Unplug the power plug of the projector from the wall outlet when the projector will not be used for an extended period.
• Do not lengthen the tilt foot on only one side which would place the projector on an extreme slant. Doing so could result in the projector slipping or falling over and could cause an accident or breakdown.
* For instructions on selecting the PC input, see page E-35. NOTE: • The input mode at starting time will be the same as it was the last time the projector was switched off. • When the icon is displayed, either the left or right key permits input switching.
OHP, 16x (length ratio approx. 4x) when the input is set to PC, or 6.25x (length ratio approx. 2.5x) when the input is set to VIDEO. Operation with the Projector Scrolling is not possible from the main unit’s control panel.
NOTE: • If no operation is performed for several seconds while the brightness adjustment bar is displayed, the brightness adjustment bar turns off. Operation with the Projector Scrolling is not possible from the main unit’s control panel. Operation with the Remote Control Press the SCROLL (▲▼◀▶) buttons.
Effective Only with OHP Input POWER INPUT PORTRAIT FREEZE OFF FREEZE /CAPTURE ON/STANDBY LAMP/COVER TEMP TRANSFER Memory usage E- / Still Image Display Operation with the Projector Press the FREEZE/CAPTURE button. Operation with the Remote Control Press the FREEZE/CAPTURE button.
Press the THUMBNAIL button. Operation with the Projector A full-screen display of captured images is not available from the operation panel of the projector. Operation with the Remote Control Select the images that you would like to display full screen using the SCROLL (▲▼◀▶) buttons and press the POINTER/SET button.
* This function is only available on the iP-30SE. Adjusting the Volume Volume adjustment bar NOTE: If no operation is performed for several seconds while the volume adjustment bar is displayed, the volume adjustment bar turns off. Operation with the Projector POWER INPUT PORTRAIT FREEZE OFF FREEZE...
NOTE: When a fixed period of time elapses (about 30 minutes) with the video/audio muted, a message will be displayed to check whether to shut down the projector. Selection of "Yes" will set the projector to the standby mode, while a selection of "No"...
• When shiny paper like magazine covers or black paper is placed on the projector, the internal fluorescent light bulb may be reflected in it, making the edges of the projected document hard to see.
Menu Configuration The adjustment/setting items and content will differ depending on the input selection and the permitted information will be displayed on the menu for that input mode. Pointer • Screen Pointer • Screen Pointer shape Pointer color OHP input Pointer size Mute mode Storage image quality...
Menu Operation Method Names and Functions of the Buttons Used in Menu Operation POINTER/SET Button Used to finalize a setting after making the setting or adjustment. MENU Button Used to display a menu and to close a menu. Names and Functions of the Menu Parts Menu tab Switches to the various menus when selected.
Method of Menu Operation This section describes the actual operation method. Adjustment of [Keystone (Manual)] using the remote control is provided as an example. Press the MENU button and display the menu Select [Settings] with the SCROLL ◀▶ buttons Each press of the SCROLL ▶ button switches the menu one step in the sequence of [Pointer • Screen] → [Image adjustment] →...
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Menu Operation Method Press the POINTER/SET Button Make the adjustment with the SCROLL ◀▶ buttons while checking the projection im- Press the MENU button and close the menu This completes the [Keystone (Manual)] adjustment. Switches the menu to the sub menu (i.e., the Key- stone adjustment menu).
Menu Description Pointer • Screen This selects the shape, color, and size of the pointer. Pointer shape ...Selects the shape of the pointer from 2 types. Pointer color ...Selects the color of the pointer from amongst 3 types (i.e., red, white, and blue).
Menu Description History menu No. sheets on thumbnail display ...Select the number of thumbnail images to be displayed simultane- ously on one screen. 4: Four thumbnail images are dis- played at once. 16: 16 thumbnail images are dis- played at once. ...
Image adjustment This performs the settings and adjustments related to the projected image. When OHP input has been selected. Red (Red color adjustment) ...Adjusts the deepness of the red color in the range of -50 to 50. Blue (Blue color adjustment) ...Adjusts the deepness of the blue color in the range of -50 to 50.
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Menu Description Sub menu: Sync adjustment Clock ...Adjusts the horizontal size of the pro- jected image in the range of -50 to Phase ...Adjusts the noise/flickering of the projected image in the range of -50 to 50. Horizontal ...Adjusts the horizontal position of the projected image in the range of -50 to 50.
When keystone correction has been applied, the resolution at the screen edges will degrade and small characters and the like will become difficult to see. When you do not wish to have the resolution degradation, set the projector on a level platform and set the numerical value of the Keystone menu to "0"...
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100%. There will be a bright screen. Auto power off ...When this is set to “ON”, the lamp turns off if the projector is in the “No Sync” mode for 15 minutes when the input is set to PC/component video or VIDEO.
Maintenance Fault Protection The projector is equipped with a built-in protection circuit to prevent fire and breakdown due to faults. When the LAMP/COVER LED lights in red Measures to be taken 1. Disconnect the power plug from the outlet.
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Is the air filter blocked? Breakdown of an internal circuit could be the problem. Please use the projector in an operation ambient tempera- ture of 0°C (32°F) to 35°C (95°F). Rearrange the setup location of the projector and separate the projector from surrounding objects. See "Do Not Block the air vents"...
Replacement of the Lamp Unit The projection lamp used on this projector should be replaced after about the number of hours indicated below (or sooner, de- pending on the usage conditions). When the usage time exceeds 2000 hours*, the possibility for explosion increases, so the lamp is forcibly shut off.
Hold the handle of the lamp unit and pull it up and out. Install a new lamp unit ❶ Take the lamp unit and press it into the projector. ❷ Check that the two positioning prongs on the bottom of the lamp unit are securely fit into the two holes.
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When the indication exceeds 2000 CAUTION hours, the projector will be forced to turn off the projection lamp. NOTE: • In the interest of safety, the lamp will not light when the lamp unit cover is off.
• When the air filter is damaged, be sure to replace it with a new air filter. Use of the projector with a damaged filter will result in dust entering the inside of the projector and this will cause the image quality to worsen.
Troubleshooting When you think the projector may be out of order, please first check the following matters before requesting repair. Symptom Power does not come on • Is the power cable connected? Projection lamp does not • Is the lamp burned out? light •...
• When asking for repair service, provide your dealer with the following information: Description of the problem (as many details as possible) Date of purchase Your Name Your Address Telephone number Product name and model No. (written on the label at the bottom of the projector) E-...
Specifications Model Name Type Size DLP ® chip Number of Pixels Projection Lens Optical Source Image Size Color Reproducibility Brightness Scan Frequency (analog RGB) Maximum Resolution At RGB signal input Scanner OHP (actual object projection unit) Scanning size Signal system Video signal (Analog RGB Input) Sync Signal...
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