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Adjusting the zoom, focus and keystone Adjusting the volume . Chapter 3. Connecting devices to the projector ... . . 3-1 Connecting devices Connecting to a USB device . Chapter 4. Using the projector features 4-1 Using the remote control .
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Placing the projector into the case too soon after switching off the power could cause the projector to overheat and will shorten lamp life. v Be sure to attach the lens cap and place the projector into the soft case to avoid damaging the lens.
Chapter 1. Introduction The figures below show the features of the E500 projector. Figure 1-1. Front right view of projector 1 Lens/focus 2 IR receiver 3 Connectors 4 Power cord connector 5 Leveling foot 6 Elevator foot 7 Elevator foot adjuster button...
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Figure 1-2. Top view of projector 1 Zoom 2 Focus 3 Power 4 System status LEDs 5 Control buttons 6 Source button 7 Menu button 8 Auto button 9 Speaker E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
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Figure 1-3. Top view of the control buttons and LEDs on the projector. 1 Power (LED) 2 Ready (LED) 3 Keystone/Up cursor 4 Volume/ Right cursor 5 Enter button 6 Keystone/ Down cursor 7 Volume/ Left cursor Figure 1-4. Connectors...
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3 Video cable 4 AC socket 5 Composite video 6 S-video 7 USB 8 Security slot Figure 1-5. Bottom view of the projector 1 Projection lamp cover 2 Elevator foot 3 Leveling foot 4 Ceiling support holes E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
ThinkPad, press Fn + F7 on the computer keyboard to switch the display output to the projector. Check the user’s manual of non- Lenovo PCs to determine the appropriate Fn hot keys to change display output. Attention Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is turned on.
To adjust the projector height, complete the following procedure: 1. To raise the height of the projector, lift the projector as shown in 1 and press the elevator-foot buttons as shown in 2 . The elevator foot drops down as shown in 3 .
1.5 m (4.9 ft) from the projection screen. v Position the projector within 2.7 m (9 ft) of your power source and within 1.8 m (6 ft) of your video device (unless you purchase extension cables). To ensure adequate cable access, do not place the projector within .15 m (6 in.) of a wall or...
Adjusting the zoom, focus and keystone To adjust the image, follow these steps. 1. Use the Image-focus control on the projector to sharpen the projected image as shown in 1 . 2. Use the Image-zoom control on the projector to resize the projected image and screen size as shown in 2 .
3. Press the Mute button (on the remote control only) to turn off the volume. See 3 in the figure above. 4. Press the Volume +/- buttons on the projector or the remote control to turn off the mute. Chapter 2. Setting up the projector...
Chapter 3. Connecting devices to the projector This chapter provides information on connecting devices to the E500 Projector. Connecting devices Computers and video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Check the user’s manual of the connecting device to confirm that it has the appropriate output connector.
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Note: USB mouse function is only supported with Windows 2000 and Windows E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
3. Replace the cover, as shown. Note: v Only use AAA alkaline batteries. v Dispose of used batteries according to local government ordinance regulations. v Remove the batteries when not using the remote for prolonged periods. E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
Note: You must have a display on the screen in order to access the OSD. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD. The following sections show the menu options in the OSD.
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Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Temperature Color Saturation Color Tint E500 Projector: User’s Guide Description Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the brightness. Range: 0 to 100 Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the contrast. Range: 0 to 100 Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the display sharpness.
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Item Gamma Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the gamma correction of the display. Input Gamma Brightness Video Chart B&W Color Space Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the Range: Auto, RGB, YpbPr YCbCr Cancel Resets all Quality item setting to default value Description High High...
Vertical Position Keystone Aspect Ratio Advanced Features Cancel E500 Projector: User’s Guide Description Press the cursor left/right button to move the image left or right. Range: 0 to 100 Press the cursor left/right button to move the image up or down.
Range 0 to 10 Logo Display Press the cursor left/right button to enable or disable the logo display at initial power on and when there is no input to the projector. Range On/Off Cancel Resets all Advanced Function item settings to the default value.
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Volume Menu Position Menu Display Translucent Menu Cancel E500 Projector: User’s Guide Description Press the cursor left/right button to select a background color for blank screen. Range: Black, Red, Green, Blue, White Press the cursor left/right button to enable or disable automatic source detection.
Setup menu Follow the steps below to access the Setup menu. 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the cursor left/right button to move to the Setup menu. 3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down in the Setup menu. The following table shows the options that you will see in the Setup menu and the default.
The following table shows the options that you will see in the Information menu and a brief description. Item Video Information Active Source Software Version E500 Projector: User’s Guide Description Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the A/D sampling clock. Frequency is only active when the input source is Analog RGB.
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Item Lamp Hours Lamp Mode Lamp Hour Reset Description Number of hours the lamp has been in use Press the cursor left/right button to select Lamp mode: v Normal v Eco After replacing the lamp, this item should be reset. Chapter 5.
Replacing the projection lamp Use only a replacement lamp with the same type and rating as the original lamp. Contact your Lenovo representative for information or go to www.lenovo.com/pc. Note: Turn off the projector, unplug the power cord, and allow the projector to cool for at least 1 hour before attempting to replace the lamp.
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3. Remove the two screws from the lamp module as shown. 4. Lift the module handle up as shown. 5. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module as shown. 6. Reverse steps 1 through 5 to install the new lamp module. E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
50% to 750 lumens. Using the security slot The projector has a security slot, (see Figure 1-4 on page 1-3). Refer to the information that comes with the lock for instructions on how to use it. Appendix A. Maintenance...
The sound is distorted. Projector LEDs The LED on top of the projector indicates the state of the projector and can help you troubleshoot. There are two-second pauses between the blinking cycles. For more details on LED projector errors, contact your Lenovo representative.
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Table B-3. Power LED error messages (continued) Power LED number of flashes Explanation Fan error. Refer to Lamp-ready LED to determine which fan. Lamp cover open DLP driver error. Appendix B. Troubleshooting...
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If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, contact a Service Provider. If you do not register the Machine with Lenovo, you may be required to present proof of purchase as evidence of your entitlement to warranty service.
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Personal Data. Limitation of Liability Lenovo is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine only while it is 1) in your Service Provider’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where Lenovo is responsible for the transportation charges.
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Limitation of Liability: The following is added at the end of this section: In accordance with Article 1328 of the Peruvian Civil Code the limitations and exclusions specified in this section will not apply to damages caused by Lenovo’s willful misconduct (″dolo″) or gross negligence (″culpa inexcusable″).
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Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section: Where Lenovo is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, Lenovo’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods. Where that...
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Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which Lenovo provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.
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Machine in any of those countries from a Service Provider, provided the Machine has been announced and made available by Lenovo in the country in which you wish to obtain service. E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
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Republic, Slovenia, or Ukraine, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from a Service Provider, provided the Machine has been announced and made available by Lenovo in the country in which you wish to obtain service..
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598 (2) of the Austrian Code of Civil Procedure, the parties expressly waive the application of paragraph 595 (1) figure 7 of the Code. Lenovo may, however, institute proceedings in a competent court in the country of installation.
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Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1. Lenovo’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence of the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this Statement...
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In case your Service Provider is unable to repair a Lenovo Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
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For the purposes of this section, a “Default” means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of Lenovo in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which Lenovo is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort.
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Save with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above, under no circumstances is Lenovo or any of its suppliers, resellers or Service Providers liable for any of the following, even if Lenovo or they were informed of the possibility of such losses: 1.
1. Customer Replaceable Unit (″CRU″) Service Lenovo will ship CRUs to you for you to install, Tier 1 CRUs are easy to install whereas Tier 2 CRUs require some technical skill and tools. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your Machine and are available from Lenovo at any time on your request.
1) return instructions and a container are shipped with the replacement CRU, and 2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement.
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(Finnish) France Up and running support: 0238-557-450 Warranty service and support (hardware): 0810-631-213 Warranty service and support (software): 0810-631-020 (French) Germany Up and running support: 07032-15-49201 Warranty service and support: 01805-25-35-58 (German) Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty E-17...
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All software programs pre-loaded in the equipment shall only have a thirty- (30) day guarantee for installation defects from the date of purchase. Lenovo is not Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty...
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Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse B ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung...
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à la compatibilité électromagnétique. Lenovo décline toute responsabilité en cas de non-respect de cette directive résultant d’une modification non recommandée du produit, y compris l’ajout de cartes en option non Lenovo. Ce produit respecte les limites des caractéristiques d’immunité des appareils de traitement de l’information définies par la classe B de la norme européenne EN...
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Japanese statement of compliance for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase E500 Projector: User’s Guide...
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Part Number: 73P4957 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 73P4957...