DLP Projector—User’s 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. Symbols Used Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous situations.
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.
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DLP Projector—User’s 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;...
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Preface Choosing a Projector Edge blending application Not only brightness, bright balances, lens but stability is important too when choosing a projector. A projector need 30 to 60 minutes warm up to adjust properly. After lens shift, there should not be any optical distortion such as trapezoidal and barrel shape distortions.
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DLP Projector—User’s Manual 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.
Preface Main Features Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport. 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. ...
DLP Projector—User’s Manual ETTING TARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: DLP P ROJECTOR EMOTE CONTROL CABLE OWER CORD 3V CR2025 WITH ONE BATTERY CD-ROM ARRYING CASE UICK TART UIDE ARRANTY ’ PTIONAL S MANUAL Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Views of Projector Parts Front-right View 1 2 3 4 5 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 See Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons Function keys and LEDs.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Keystone Quick Menu – For Keystone MENU Opens and exits OSD menus Navigates and changes settings in the OSD SOURCE Enter the Source menu Navigates and changes settings in the OSD...
Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock system Note: (*1) Not available in D550 / D552 / D55BA / D548 / D54HA / D551 / D560ST Series. (*2) Not available in D548 / D54HA / D553 Series. (*3) Not available in D55BA Series.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Bottom view ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Ceiling support holes Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a ceiling Tilt adjustor Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position. Note: When installing, ensure that you use only UL Listed ceiling mounts. For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M4 screws with a maximum screw depth of 12 mm (0.47 inch).
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Remote Control Parts Menu Power Freeze Source Mute Auto ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Up cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Enter Changes settings in the OSD Power Turns the projector On or Off Right cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Volume + Increase volume...
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow (A). Pull out the cover (B). Insert the battery with the positive side facing up. Replace the cover. Caution: 1.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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 not a flashing. Then press the POWER button to turn on the projector.
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DLP Projector—User’s 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. — 10 —...
DLP Projector—User’s 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 15 and Setting the OSD Language on page 16 for help on using OSD menus.) Important: Keep the password in a safe place.
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DLP Projector—User’s Manual You can use the cursor buttons ▲▼◄► either on keypad or 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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. ...
DLP Projector—User’s 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 KEYSTONE buttons the remote control to correct image-trapezoid (wider top or bottom)
DLP Projector—User’s 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. Menu Power Freeze...
DLP Projector—User’s 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. 2.
DLP Projector—User’s 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 Tracking Auto Image...
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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 ◄►...
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
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DLP Projector—User’s 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. Note: 1.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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. ESCRIPTION Auto Source Press the cursor ◄►...
DLP Projector—User’s 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. Video Information Displays resolution/video information for RGB source and color standard for Video source. Lamp Hours Lamp hour used information is displayed.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
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DLP Projector—User’s Manual Lamp Hour Reset Please refer to Resetting the Lamp on page 36 to reset the lamp hour counter. — 30 —...
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
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DLP Projector—User’s Manual Source Filter Press the ENTER button to enter the Source Filter sub menu. ESCRIPTION VGA1 Press the ◄► buttons to enter and enable or disable the VGA1 source. VGA2 (*) Press the ◄► buttons to enter and enable or disable the VGA2 source. Composite Video (*) Press the ◄►...
DLP Projector—User’s 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. b.
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DLP Projector—User’s Manual Remove the lamp compartment cover. Disconnect the lamp connector Remove the two screws from the lamp module. Lift the module handle up. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module. — 34 —...
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DLP Projector—User’s Manual Reverse steps 1 to 6 to install the new lamp module. While installing, align the lamp module and ensure it is level to avoid damage. Note: The lamp module must sit securely in place before tightening the screws. The lamp connector must be connected properly and place as drawing before Lamp...
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: 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 down to Advanced 1 and press enter.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual ® Using the Kensington Lock & Using the Security Bar ® Using the Kensington Lock If you are concerned about security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington slot and a security cable. Note: Contact your vendor for details on purchasing a suitable Kensington security cable.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual LED Error Messages OWER RROR ESSAGES Flash System Initial Ready to Power on (Standby) Flash System Power on Lamp Lit , System stable Flashing Cooling 3 blinks Over Temperature 4 blinks Thermal Break Sensor error 5 blinks 0 blinks Lamp Fail 5 blinks...
DLP Projector—User’s Manual Problem: The image is reversed Check the Projection setting on the Settings 1 menu of the OSD. Problem: The image is streaked 1. Set the Frequency and Tracking settings on the Image->Computer menu of the OSD to the default settings.
DLP Projector—User’s Manual 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. 3. Have the projector serviced. Having the Projector Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the projector serviced. Pack the projector in the original carton.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.
DLP Projector—User’s 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.