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  • Page 1 T H E U S E R G U I D E...
  • Page 2: Introducing Mantaray

    DVD players, VCR’s, and cable TV set top boxes. MantaRay also has television reception capabilities, which enables it to be used as an independent TV. You don’t need a science degree to operate MantaRay – just plug and play. Clever design has resulted in user-friendly functionality, with an emphasis on safety.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introducing MantaRay Page 2 Important Safety Information Page 4 Package contents Page 8 Parts & connections Page 9 Set Up & Use Instructions Page 11 Using MantaRay - for Television reception Page 12 - with an external video source:...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Page 4...
  • Page 5 The Set Up & Use Instructions should be followed at all times. 5. Operating Surface Always set up MantaRay on a stable and secure surface. If the surface is unstable, the unit may fall and be damaged. 6. Power Sources MantaRay should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label and as defined in the User Guide (240V, 50/60 Hz).
  • Page 6: Lamp Replacement

    9. Water & Moisture Do not use MantaRay near water or other liquids. Do not operate this unit in a moist environment. 10. Heat It is recommended that MantaRay not be operated at temperatures over 35˚C or humidity over 85%. The unit should be situated away from any source of heat. Always position the unit in a well ventilated environment.
  • Page 7: General Use

    All other servicing requirements must be carried out by an authorised MantaRay service agent. In the event of a fault, do not attempt to service the MantaRay or disassemble this unit, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
  • Page 8: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS MantaRay unit in a sealed plastic bag Mains power lead Connector lead (RCA lead), having 1 yellow, and 1 white plug at each end Adaptors Telescopic antenna User Guide Warranty Form, including Warranty Registration Form Page 8...
  • Page 9: Parts & Connections

    PARTS & CONNECTIONS Objective lens Focus ring Top vent Filter cover Bottom air vent Tilt adjustment thumbscrew Speaker Lamp access screw Lamp access door Page 9...
  • Page 10 Control buttons Rear vent Mains power socket On/off switch Antenna socket Video input Audio input Headphones / audio out Top vent release slot Page 10...
  • Page 11: Set Up & Use Instructions

    SET UP & USE INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDED VIEWING & SET UP GUIDELINES MantaRay performs at its best when the image is projected onto a clean • white wall or a non-reflective screen • The maximum recommended projected image size from MantaRay is 1.5 metres (measured diagonally) •...
  • Page 12: Using Mantaray For Television Reception

    If you do not have access to an external antenna socket, a telescopic antenna has been supplied. Initial Set Up Place MantaRay on a flat level surface, facing a wall or a screen Insert power lead into MantaRay base...
  • Page 13 Tuning, programming and watching television You may need to tune your MantaRay for television reception in your own region. MantaRay is controlled by the use of 3 buttons on the back of the fin: Down left button Mode centre button right button Press and hold MODE button and simultaneously press the UP button.
  • Page 14: Image Adjustments

    AV will appear on the On Screen Display after scrolling to the highest or lowest programmed television channel. (AV = Audio Visual. AV is the appropriate channel when using your MantaRay with other devices, eg. DVD, VCR, games consoles, etc.)
  • Page 15 MantaRay will store the programmed television channels in its memory. If TV is the last source that you were using prior to turning off MantaRay, it will remember the particular channel you were viewing. MantaRay will project that channel the next time it is turned on.
  • Page 16: With An External Video Source

    - VCD players and any other video source with ‘composite video’ or RF out. Initial Set Up Place MantaRay on a flat level surface, facing a wall or a screen Insert power lead into MantaRay base Plug other end of power lead into mains power...
  • Page 17 Turn on the power switch located on the base of MantaRay, (indicated by having the hyphen symbol depressed) Press the UP button (right button) on the back of the MantaRay fin until you select the AV channel option Operate the source device as stipulated in its user manual...
  • Page 18: Air Filter Replacement Instructions

    To replace the air filter follow these simple steps: Unplug the power lead Using the tool from the MantaRay Service Kit (not supplied with unit), insert flat end of tool into top vent release slot (1) and lever away from the lens until...
  • Page 19: Lamp Replacement Instructions

    CAUTION: If the lamp fails, wait 10 minutes to allow the lamp to cool down prior to replacing with a new lamp. Unplug the power lead and all connector leads connected to the MantaRay Place MantaRay upside down on a clean stable surface. Loosen tilt adjustment...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Checklist

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST Please Note: Carefully read through the checklist below before returning MantaRay to the point of purchase. In an attempt to avoid unnecessary returns, a service fee may apply in such circumstances. Issue Solution No image • Make sure that the power lead is properly...
  • Page 21 Press right control button to lighten the image Image isn’t centred on the Reposition MantaRay wall/screen Adjust the tilt of the MantaRay by turning the tilt adjustment thumbscrew 1/4 turn anti-clockwise and tilting up or down. Tighten the thumbscrew again Image is out of focus Suggested solutions: •...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Information

    Lamp shuts off A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Turn MantaRay off, wait at least one minute, then turn it back on Visit www.mantaray.net.au for a full list of FAQs and regularly updated troubleshooting information Page 22...
  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    MantaRay TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Optical Projection system Anamorphic LCD technology LCD panel 181470 pixels, 4:3 aspect ratio Projection lens Fixed-focal manual focus All lenses Multi coated glass lenses Lamp 100W TH lamp Brightness 575 ANSI lumens Number of colours 16.7 million Image size 1.5m diagonal (optimum)
  • Page 24: Warranty Registration

    WARRANTY REGISTRATION Fill out the warranty registration card enclosed within the packaging of MantaRay and send to the following address: Digislide PO Box 20 NORTH ADELAIDE SA 5006 ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE Service Kit includes: - Spare lamp - MantaRay tool for replacing air filter and lamp...

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