Before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Before use IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS Save Original Packing Materials The original shipping carton and packing materials will come in handy if you ever have to ship your LCD projector. For maximum protection, repack the set as it was originally packed at the factory. Avoid Volatile Liquid Do not use volatile liquids, such as an insect spray, near the unit.
Before use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.
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Before use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 6. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub;...
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Before use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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Before use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 16. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
Before use Contents Before use SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ... 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 4 Part names and functions... 9 Power supply cord selection ... 13 Connections and installation Connections ... 14 Projector placement ... 16 Operations Picture projection ...
Before use Part names and functions Main unit Lens cover Projection lens Exhaust holes Foot adjuster release button Foot adjuster Control panel SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP Zooming ring Focusing ring Intake holes Infrared remote sensor ON/STANDBY button 19 To turn the projector on or off.
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Before use (Continued) Left side AC IN socket Rear side Right side Carrying handle Open to carry the projector. Speaker Infrared remote sensor Intake holes RS-232C CONTROL MONITOR OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT Anti-theft lock CONTROL connector 14 40 To connect a computer to control the projector. MONITOR OUTPUT connectors (RGB output, AUDIO output) 14 To connect to a monitor or audio equipment.
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Before use (Continued) Remote control STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET CALL button 21 To display the current input source and signal status information. RGB button 19 To select the RGB input. VIDEO button 19 To select S-video input or Video input.
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Before use (Continued) Installing batteries 1) Open the cover. 2) Install the batteries. Make sure that the +/– polarities match the illustration in the compartment. 3) Attach the cover. Notes Using batteries incorrectly can cause them to leak or burst. Strictly observe the following. •...
Before use (Continued) Notes • The remote control may not operate when there is sunlight or other strong light such as a fluorescent lamp shining on the remote sensor. • Operate the remote control from a position where the remote sensor is visible. •...
Connections and installation Connections Connecting video equipment Check that the power for the projector and computer is off before connecting the cables. (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) To audio output R (red) To audio output L (white) To RGB To RGB INPUT INPUT...
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Connections and installation (Continued) Connecting an IBM PC or compatible computer (DOS/V) Check that the power for the projector and computer is off before connecting the cables. Connect when you want to view a picture Laptop Desktop on the computer monitor. computers computers Computer...
Connections and installation Projector placement There are four ways of installing this projector as shown right. This section explains the standard case of the floor-mounted front projection. CAUTION • When a ceiling mount is required, please consult with the dealer. •...
Connections and installation (Continued) Place the projector on a steady, level surface such as a table. Point the projector squarely at the screen for the best possible picture. Top view Screen Point the lens straight at the center of the screen as above.
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Connections and installation (Continued) Notes • When the projector is moved from a cold location to a warm location, or when the ambient temperature in the projection room has risen suddenly, moisture may condense on the lens or the mirror to blur the projected pictures.
Operations Picture projection CAUTION Do not look into the projection lens while operating the projector. Preparation • Install and connect the projector properly. • Take off the lens cover. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP Indicators STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE...
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Operations (Continued) Notes • “ ” is displayed on the screen if the projector does not receive any signal from the connected equipment. Put the equipment in playback mode. • Due to the lamp characteristic, flickers may occasionally occur in a picture. This is not malfunction of the unit.
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Operations (Continued) STANDBY CALL CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE AUTO SET FREEZE MUTE MARKER MUTE FREEZE MENU ENTER RESET Adjusting the image automatically An image which is flickering, blurred or is not centered, can be adjusted automatically. Press AUTO SET. The image is adjusted automatically.
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Operations (Continued) STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET RESET Changing the picture size Pictures are projected at the maximal projection size regardless of the signal types. Optionally you can change the picture size to through size or enlarge it.
Adjustments Settings and adjustments on the menu Most of adjustments and settings are made on the menu. To display the menu, press MENU. The followings are adjustments and settings on the menu. For details, see page in When using this projector for the first time, see “Default”.
Adjustments Initial settings – Default Make the basic settings for projecting. Preparation • Display the image as explained in “Picture Projection”. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET RESET Press MENU to display the menu.
Adjustments (Continued) Scrn display On-screen displays (indications of input selection, signal absent or mute mode, etc.) appear. Off: On-screen displays do not appear. Press MENU. The menu disappears. Notes • These settings are stored until you turn the power off. •...
Adjustments Keystone correction – Keystone Preparation • Display the image as explained in “Picture Projection”. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP STANDBY CALL 2,3,5,6 VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE KEYSTONE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET RESET Press MENU to display the menu.
Adjustments Projection adjustments – Image Preparation • Display the image as explained in “Picture Projection”. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP STANDBY CALL 2,3,5,6 VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE AUTO SET FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET RESET Press MENU to display the menu.
Adjustments Picture adjustments – Picture Preparation • Display the image as explained in “Picture Projection”. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET RESET Press MENU to display the menu.
Adjustments Sound adjustments – Audio Preparation • Display the image as explained in “Picture Projection”. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET RESET Press MENU to display the menu.
Adjustments Saving data – Save Preparation • Display the image as explained in “Picture Projection”. SELECT/ADJUST ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP TEMP STANDBY CALL VIDEO AUTO SET KEYSTONE RESIZE FREEZE MUTE MARKER MENU ENTER RESET Press MENU to display the menu.
Maintenance Trouble indications If there is some problem inside the projector, the indicators light up or flash. SELECT/ADJUST ON Indicator ON/STANDBY MENU ENTER INPUT LAMP LAMP Indicator TEMP TEMP Indicator Off or lit (red) LAMP – TEMP – The power does not come on. Malfunction of the unit.
Maintenance Air filter, lens and main unit cleaning CAUTION If you use the projector mounted on the ceiling, ask the dealer to carry out the maintenance such as cleaning. Cleaning the air filter The filter under the air filter cover is the device to shut out dusts or dregs.
Maintenance Lamp replacement The lamp will eventually begin to project dark or dull pictures and finally will not light up. (Lamp’s life length depends on the use condition.) In such a case, replace the lamp with new one. CAUTION • If you use the projector mounted on the ceiling, ask the dealer to carry out the maintenance such as cleaning or replacement of the lamp.
Others Before calling service personnel Check the following points before asking for support service. Refer also to “Trouble indications”. The power does not come on. • The power cord is disconnected. Firmly plug in the power cord. • The lamp cover is not attached correctly. Attach the cover correctly.
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Others (Continued) The remote control does not work. • The remote control is not facing the remote sensor. Face the remote control transmitter toward the remote sensor on the projector. • The remote control is too far. Operate within about 5 meters. •...
Others Input signal Mode determination and signal system Signal Mode System NTSC NTSC PAL/SECAM PAL/SECAM NTSC/DTV480i Digital broadcasting DTV480P/VGA60Hz Digital broadcasting DTV720P Digital broadcasting HDTV/DTV1080i Hi-Vision/Digital broadcasting NEC24K PC98 Standard TEXT70 VGA-350 TEXT70 VGA-400 TEXT85 VGA 85Hz-1 TEXT85 VGA 85Hz-2 VGA60 VGA 60Hz VGA72...
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Others (Continued) Signal assignment D-SUB 15 pin shrinking terminal Input Signal Video signal Analog 0.7V(p-p) 75 Horizontal synchronizing signal TTL level (positive/negative polarity) Vertical synchronizing signal TTL level (positive/negative polarity) Composite synchronizing signal TTL level Pin arrangements Pin No. Video input (Red) Video input (Green) Video input (Blue) GND (Red)
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Others (Continued) RGB signal defaults The following signals are factory set as defaults in each mode. However, some computers may have different timings than those in the chart. Make the necessary adjustments if the picture has flickers or is blurred. Timing chart Mode Resolution...
Others Adjustments with RS-232C Conditioning of the Projection Unit can also be done by a computer via the RS-232C, as well as by the remote control. Pin No. Mini DIN 8-pin (Main Unit) Interface format Communication RS-232C method 9600 bps, No parity, Data length: 8 bit, Stop bit: 1 bit Communication STX (02h) Command (3Byte) ETX (03h)
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Others (Continued) Classification Command Meaning Picture Brightness adjustment Picture Color adjustment Picture Contrast adjustment Picture Sharp adjustment Picture Tint adjustment Picture Blue level adjustment Picture Green level adjustment Picture Red level adjustment Audio Volume adjustment Audio Treble adjustment Audio Bass adjustment Default Japanese display setting Default...
Others Specifications Main unit Power requirements AC 100 – 240V 50/60Hz Power consumption 200W Mass 3.7 Kg Dimensions 318 x 87 x 232 (mm) (W/H/D) (Including the projecting sections) Ambient environment Temperature : 0 C to 35 C Humidity : 30% to 70% RH Lamp UHP lamp 120W Speaker...