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Contents Projection Operations ....................................................................4 Projecting onto a Screen................................................................................... 4 Keystone Correction (KEYSTONE)................................................................... 8 Using Color Mode (COLOR MODE) ............................................................... 11 Adjusting the Volume Level (VOL +/–) ............................................................
Projection Operations Projection Operations Projecting onto a Screen This section explains the basic steps for projecting an image. Basic Flow Set up the projector and point it at the screen. User’s Guide (Basic Operations): Setting Up the Projector Preparing the Projector Connect the computer or video device to the projector.
Projection Operations Auto Input Source Selection When you turn on the projector, it checks the status of each input source (whether or not the input source is sending a signal) in the sequence shown below. It automatically selects the first input source it finds that is sending an input signal, and projects the applicable image.
Projection Operations Manually Selecting the Input Source The procedure you should use to select the input source depends on whether you are using projector keys or remote controller keys. [S-VIDEO] key [VIDEO] key [RGB/COMPONENT] key [Projector] z [Remote Controller] [INPUT] key To select the input source using projector keys, press the [INPUT] key on the projector to cycle through input sources in the sequence shown below.
Projection Operations Zoom and Focus Use the zoom ring to adjust the image size, and the focus ring to focus the image. Zoom ring Smaller Larger Focus ring z It is best to have a still image on the screen when you focus the image. z Performing zoom after focusing can cause the image to go out of focus. If this happens, focus again.
Projection Operations Keystone Correction (KEYSTONE) When the projector is at an angle to the screen it is projecting on, the projected image may have different length top and bottom edges. This phenomenon is called, “keystoning”. This projector comes with functions for automatic as well as manual keystone correction, which provides a regularly shaped projected image. The following shows the allowable angle that the projector can be positioned relative to the screen.
Projection Operations Automatic Keystone Correction Automatic keystone correction correct the image to counteract the effects of vertical keystoning. Performing auto keystone correction causes the message “Auto Keystone Corrected.” to appear in the bottom center of the projected image. z Auto keystone correction is performed by detecting the elevation angle of the projector. This means that the surface you are projecting onto needs to be standing straight up.
Projection Operations Manual Keystone Correction Manual keystone correction can be used to correct for vertical keystoning. To use manual keystone correction 1. Press the [KEYSTONE] key. z This causes the keystone correction screen to appear on the projected image. 2. Use the [W] and [X] keys to correct for keystoning. z Each press of [W] or [X] shifts the indicator on the currently selected bar left or right.
Projection Operations Using Color Mode (COLOR MODE) The color mode setting lets you specify the type of image you will be projecting, so the projector can optimize image color. To change the color mode setting 1. Press the [COLOR MODE] key. z This causes the color mode screen to appear on the projection image. The indicates the current color mode setting. z mark z For details about each of the settings, see “Image Adjustment J Color Mode” on page 28. 2.
Projection Operations Adjusting the Volume Level (VOL +/–) You can use the remote controller keys to adjust the volume level of the audio that is output from the projector’s speaker. To adjust the volume level 1. On the remote controller, press the [VOL +] or [VOL –] key. z This causes the [Volume] screen to appear on the projected image. 2. Press the [VOL +] key or the [X] key to increase the volume, or the [VOL –] or [W] key to lower the volume. 3.
Projection Operations Enlarging the Projected Image (D-ZOOM +/–) You can use the remote controller’s zoom keys to enlarge a specific part of the projected image. To enlarge part of the projected image 1. On the remote controller, press the [D-ZOOM +] or [D-ZOOM –] key. z This causes a cross cursor ( ) to appear on the projected image. 2. Use the remote controller’s cursor keys to move the cross cursor to the part of the image that you want in the center of the enlarged image. 3.
Projection Operations Freezing the Projected Image (FREEZE) The freeze function stores the current projected image in projector memory, and projects it as a still image. To freeze the projected image 1. On the remote controller, press the [FREEZE] key. z This freezes the image that was being projected when you pressed the [FREEZE] key. 2. To unfreeze the image, press the [FREEZE] key again or press the [ESC] key.
Projection Operations Selecting the Pointer Shape Each press of the [POINTER/SELECT] key while the pointer is displayed cycles through the pointer shapes in the sequence shown below. To clear the pointer from the image Press the [ESC] key.
Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Setup Menu Overview Pressing the [MENU] key while an image is being projected displays the setup menu on the projected image. The setup menu can be used to configure a variety of different projector settings. The following table shows the menu items that are available in the Setup Menu.
Using the Setup Menu Main menu Sub-menu Volume Pointer Low-noise Mode Power On Password Change Password Advanced Settings 1 Auto Input Detect Auto Keystone Correction Auto Adjust Show Screen Text Detailed Settings Startup Screen No Signal Screen Advanced Settings 2 Auto Power Off RGB Input Video Signal S-Video Signal Image Enhancement 1 Image Enhancement 2 Language Restore Menu Defaults Lamp Time Input Signal Signal Name Resolution Operational Horizontal Frequency Info Vertical Frequency Scan System Rest
Using the Setup Menu Before Configuring Menu Settings Always remember that the settings you configure on the setup menu are applied for the input source (RGB, Component, S-VIDEO, VIDEO) that was selected when you displayed the setup menu. Note the following important points. z The items that appear on the setup menu depend on the currently selected input source and other factors. Some items apply to a certain specific input source, while some apply to multiple input sources.
Using the Setup Menu Setup Menu Screen Operations This section explains projector operations you need to perform while configuring setup menu settings. It also provides details about each sub-menu item type. Basic Setup Menu Operations The following is the general flow of the steps you need to perform when configuring setup menu operations. 1. Select the input source whose settings you want to configure. 2. Press the [MENU] key.
Using the Setup Menu 4. Use the [S] and [T] keys to move the highlighting to the main menu item you want. z The sub-menu for the currently selected main menu item will appear to the right. 5. Press the [X] key or the [ENTER] key. z This will cause the item at the top of the currently displayed sub-menu to become highlighted, indicating that it is selected. 6. Select the sub-menu item whose setting you want to change. z Use the [S] and [T] keys to move the highlighting to the sub-menu item you want.
Using the Setup Menu 7. Use the currently selected sub-menu to change settings or select options. z The operations you need to perform depend on the sub-menu item type. For information about item types, see “Setup Menu Overview” on page 16. z For information about operations required for each item type, see “Sub-menu Operations” on page 22. z After configuring all of the settings you want for a particular sub-menu, you can use the [S] and [T] keys to select another sub-menu and then configure its settings.
Using the Setup Menu Sub-menu Operations This section explains steps you need to perform in order to configure settings for each submenu item type (value, selection, setting screen, execution, information). Value Setting Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item consists of a value and a bar graph. Examples: Image Adjustment J Brightness; Screen Settings J Keystone Correction Operation: Press the [W] key to make the value smaller, or the [X] key to make it larger.
Using the Setup Menu Setting Screen Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item displays a separate screen that you use to configure its settings. Examples: Image Adjustment J Color Mode; Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 2 J Language, etc. Operation: The following example shows how to configure settings for Image Adjustment J Color Mode. 1. Perform steps 1 through 6 under “Basic Setup Menu Operations” on page 19.
Using the Setup Menu Execution Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item returns a setting to its initial default value. Examples: Image Adjustment J Restore Menu Defaults; Operational Info J Reset Lamp Time ) Initializing Settings (page 25) ) Resetting the Lamp Time (User’s Guide (Basic Operation)) Information Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item provides status and setup information.
Using the Setup Menu Initializing Settings The setup menu lets you initialize the settings of a particular main menu item, or for all setup menu items. To initialize the settings of a particular main menu item Example: To initialize the settings of the “Image Adjustment” main menu item. z Performing the following procedure returns all of the sub-menu items under the currently selected main menu item to their initial default settings. 1.
Using the Setup Menu To initialize all menu settings z Performing the procedure below will initialize all settings, except for the following setup menu sub-menu items. z Power on password on/off setting (Detailed Settings J Power On Password) and the current password z Language Setting (Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 2 J Language) z Lamp Time (Operational Info J Lamp Time) 1. Perform steps 1 through 6 under “Basic Setup Menu Operations” on page 19.
Using the Setup Menu Setup Menu Reference This section provides detailed explanations about the contents for all of the setup menu items. z The titles in this section use the format: Main Menu Item J Sub-menu Item. Image Adjustment ■Image Adjustment J Brightness This sub-menu adjusts the brightness of the projected image. A larger value produces a brighter image. z This setting is not possible when there is no input signal. z A different setting can be configured and is stored for each input source.
Using the Setup Menu ■Image Adjustment J Color Mode This sub-menu lets you select from among five different color settings to optimize projection in accordance with image contents and projection conditions. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.
Using the Setup Menu To adjust color balance 1. On the “Image Adjustment” main menu, select the “Color Balance” submenu item, and then press the [ENTER] key. z This causes the “Color Balance” sub-menu to appear, which shows the current settings for each of the color components. 2. Press the [ENTER] key. z This displays the color balance setting screen. 3. Use the [S] and [T] keys to select the color you want to adjust (red, green, blue), and then use the [W] and [X] keys to adjust it. 4.
Using the Setup Menu Signal Settings ■Signal Settings J Vertical Position This sub-menu lets you adjust the vertical position of the input source image within the projection area. z This setting is possible only when RGB is selected as the input source and digital zoom is not being used. z “Image Adjustment” main menu item settings are saved for the current signal type only (XGA/60Hz, SXGA/60Hz, etc.), and not for the input signal source.
Using the Setup Menu ■Signal Settings J Noise Filter This sub-menu provides a choice of noise filter levels to remove digital noise from the projected image when RGB is selected as the input source. Note that the noise filter may not be able to remove certain types of digital noise. z This setting is possible only when RGB is selected as the input source and digital zoom is not being used. The setting is saved for the RGB input source only.
Using the Setup Menu ■Screen Settings J Aspect Ratio This sub-menu lets you select the aspect ratio (ratio between the vertical and horizontal dimensions) of the projected image. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB None Component (4:3), 16:9 S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal None Setting Explanations 4:3: Sets the aspect ratio of the projected image to 4:3 (same as a standard TV screen).
Using the Setup Menu ■Screen Settings J Resize Image to Fit When RGB is selected as the input source and the video resolution of the connected computer is anything other than XGA (1024 × 768 pixels), “Resize Image To Fit” automatically enlarges or reduces the input image so it matches the video resolution of the projector and fills the entire screen. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.
Using the Setup Menu ■Screen Settings J Projection Mode Use this sub-menu to specify whether projection will be from the front of the screen or the back of the screen. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB (Front), Rear Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Explanations Front: For projection from the front of the screen. Rear: For projection from the back of the screen. This setting flips the front projected image horizontally.
Using the Setup Menu z Turning on “Ceiling Mount” automatically turns off “Detailed Settings J Low-noise Mode” (page 36). Note that the setting for “Low-noise Mode” remains “Off” even if you turn “Ceiling Mount” back off again. z The “Low-noise Mode” setting cannot be changed while “Ceiling Mount” is turned on. z Turning on “Ceiling Mount” causes the “Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 1 J Auto Keystone Correction” setting to turn off automatically.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Pointer This sub-menu lets you specify the type of pointer that appears first when you press the [POINTER/SELECT] key. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB Arrow 1, Arrow 2, Arrow 3, Bar 1, Bar 2, Bar 3 Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Storage A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Power On Password, Change Password This sub-menu lets you turn the power on password on and off. While the password is turned on, projector operation is impossible unless the correct password is entered. For more information about the power on password, see “Password Feature” on page 52. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.
Using the Setup Menu Using the Password Input Dialog Box The password z When you z When you z When you input dialog box will appear when any one of the following occurs. turn on the projector while the password is turned on. turn the password on or off. change the password. When this dialog box is shown, perform a remote controller key operation for each of the password input positions. The following explains how to input numbers. z The cursor is flashing at the first (leftmost) input position.
Using the Setup Menu 5. Use the [S] and [T] keys to turn the power on password 6. Press on or off. the [ENTER] key. To change the power on password 1. Perform steps 1 through 6 under “Basic Setup Menu Operations” on page 19. Select the “Detailed Settings” main menu, and then select the “Change Password” sub-menu item. 2. Press the [ENTER] key. z This displays a password input dialog box. 3. Input the current password. z The initial factory default password is: [S][X][T][W][S][T][W][X].
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 1 J Auto Input Detect This sub-menu lets you specify whether auto detect of the input source should be performed whenever the projector is turned on (page 5). Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB (On), Off Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Explanations On: Turns on auto detection of the input source whenever the projector is turned on.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 1 J Auto Adjust This sub-menu lets you specify whether or not auto adjustment should be performed (page 7) when RGB is selected as the input source. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB (On), Off Component None S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal (On), Off * Only when the currently selected input source is RGB.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 1 J Startup Screen Use this sub-menu to specify whether or not a startup screen should be projected whenever the projector is turned on. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB On, (Off) Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Explanations On: Projects a startup screen. Off: No startup screen is projected.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 2 J Auto Power Off This sub-menu lets you turn Auto Power Off (see “Turning Off the Projector” in the separate “User’s Guide (Basic Operations)”) on or off. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB (On), Off Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Explanations On: Turns on Auto Power Off. Off: Turns off Auto Power Off.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 2 J RGB Input This sub-menu lets you specify the type of input signal in accordance with the device connected to the projector’s RGB terminal. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB (Auto), RGB, Component Component S-VIDEO None VIDEO No Signal (Auto), RGB, Component * Only when the currently selected input source is RGB or Component.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 2 J Video Signal, S-Video Signal This sub-menu specifies the input signal for the projector’s VIDEO and S-VIDEO input terminals. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) RGB None Component S-VIDEO (Auto), NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60, SECAM VIDEO No Signal (Auto), NTSC, NTSC4.
Using the Setup Menu ■Detailed Settings J Advanced Settings 2 J Language This sub-menu lets you specify the language to use for messages, setup menus, etc. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items RGB English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Korean, Japanese Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Storage A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources.
Using the Setup Menu ■Operational Info J Signal Name This sub-menu item shows the signal name of the signal input to the projector. The “Signal Name” column of the table under “Supported Signals” on page 58 shows the signal names that are displayed by this sub-menu item. ■Operational Info J Resolution This sub-menu item appears only when RGB is the input signal, and shows the resolution of the RGB input signal in terms of vertical and horizontal pixels.
Appendix Appendix Remote Controller Signal Range When performing an operation on the remote controller, point it at the remote control signal port on the back or front of the projector. The following illustration shows the range of the remote controller signal. ±40 degrees max. 9 meters (29.53 feet) max. ±40 degrees max. 9 meters (29.53 feet) max. Front ±20 degrees max. ±20 degrees max. 9 meters (29.53 feet) max. 9 meters (29.53 feet) max.
Appendix Projection Distance and Screen Size z The allowable projection range is from 0.8 meter (2.62 feet) to 16.1 meters (52.82 feet), which is the distance from the surface of the lens to the screen. Screen Size 300 8.3 m to 16.1 m (27.23 feet to 52.82 feet) Screen Size 30 0.8 m to 1.6 m (2.62 feet to 5.25 feet) Screen Size 60 1.6 m to 3.2 m (5.25 feet to 10.50 feet) 16 m 12 m 10 m 14 m (52.49 feet) (45.93 feet) (39.37 feet) (32.81 feet) 8 m 6 m (26.25 feet) (19.69 feet) 4 m (13.12 feet) 2 m (6.
Appendix Connecting to a Component Video Output Device Some video devices are equipped with a component video output terminal. You can use an optionally available component video cable (YK-3) to connect the RGB input terminal of the projector to the component video output terminal of a video device. z Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them.
Appendix Full-screen Display of an RGB Image The projector outputs images using XGA (1024 pixels × 768 pixels) video resolution. When the input signal from the computer connected to the projector is not an XGA signal, “Resize Image To Fit” automatically enlarges or reduces the image so it matches the projector’s video resolution and fills the entire screen. The following shows how different input signals from a computer are adjusted during projection.
Appendix Password Feature Using the Password Feature The password feature lets you limit use of the projector to specific individuals. Note that the password feature is not an anti-theft measure. The projector is preset with an 8-key operation sequence at the factory as an initial default password. To use the password feature for the first time, use the procedure explained in the “Detailed Settings J Power On Password” on page 37 to input the initial default password.
Appendix Cleaning the Projector z Always make sure that the projector has cooled sufficiently before cleaning it. If the projector is turned on, perform the following steps before cleaning it. 1. Turn off the projector. 2. Check to make sure that the POWER/STANDBY indicator has changed to amber. 3. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and allow the projector to cool down for about 60 minutes.
Appendix z Continued use of the projector after dust has accumulated around the intake vents can cause overheating of internal components and lead to malfunction. z Certain operating conditions also can cause dirt and dust to accumulate around the projector’s other intake and exhaust vents (on the sides, etc.). If this happens, use the same procedure as that described above to clean the side vents.
Appendix z When reattaching the lens cover, make sure it is at an angle that is more than 90 degrees relative to the lens as shown in the illustration on the left. If you reattach the lens cover while it is at an angle less than 90 degrees as shown in the illustration on the right, the lens cover will not open and close correctly, and may become damaged.
Appendix Projector Troubleshooting Check the following items whenever you experience any problem with the projector. Problem The projector does not turn on when I press the [ ] (power) key. The projector does not project any image from the connected device. The projector does not project the image correctly from a connected component device. When RGB/Component is selected as the input source, the color of the projected image or the image itself is abnormal.
Appendix Problem The aspect ratio of the screen has changed considerably. A blue screen is displayed. The remote controller does not work. The TEMP or LAMP indicator is flashing or lit. The message “It is time to replace the lamp.” is being projected. The message “The lamp has exceeded its service life!.” is being projected.
Appendix Supported Signals RGB Signal Signal Name VESA APPLE NEC 640 × 350/85 640 × 400/85 720 × 400/85 640 × 480/60 640 × 480/72 640 × 480/75 640 × 480/85 800 × 600/56 800 × 600/60 800 × 600/72 800 × 600/75 800 × 600/85 1024 × 768/60 1024 × 768/70 1024 × 768/75 1024 × 768/85 1152 × 864/75 1280 × 960/60 1280 × 1024/60 640 × 480/67M13 832 × 624/75M16 1024 × 768/75M19 640 × 400/56 Resolution 640 × 350 640 × 400 720 × 400 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800
Appendix Component Signal Signal Name HDTV 1080i60 720p60 576p50 576i50 480p60 480i60 SDTV Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 33.7 45.0 31.3 16.6 31.5 15.7 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 60 60 50 50 60 60 Video/S-Video Signal Signal Name NTSC NTSC4.43 PAL PAL-M PAL-N PAL60 SECAM Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 15.7 15.7 15.6 15.7 15.6 15.7 15.6 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 60 60 50 60 50 60 50 * Listing of a device in the above table does not guarantee that you will be able to display its images correctly.
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