TDPMT100.qxd 7/25/03 9:03 AM Page 1 TDP-P6 USER’S GUIDE For assistance with your Toshiba projector in the United States, please visit www.projectors.toshiba.com or contact by phone at 800-829-8318. For assistance with your Toshiba projector in Europe, please visit www.toshiba-europe.com or contact your local Toshiba dealer. For assistance with your Toshiba projector in Asia/Japan, please contact your local Toshiba dealer.
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Declaration of Conformity Canada Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chrome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan We declare under our sole responsibility that the TDP-P6 projector conform to the following directives and norms: This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Remote Control Warning Laser radiation class II product; wavelength 650nm; maximum output 1mW.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Set Up card that was included in the box. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide.
Projector components and features Introduction Your new digital projector packs great performance into a shape and size customized for the mobile professional. It fits comfortably in your laptop bag then transitions easily into your presentation environment. It is easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain.
Connecting a computer connect computer cable Required computer connections Connect the black end of the computer cable to the Computer in connector on the projector. Connect the blue end to the video (VGA) port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer with a single VGA port, you first need to disconnect the monitor from that computer’s video port. Connect the black power cable to the connector on the side of the projector and to your electrical outlet.
Displaying a computer image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. ? No startup screen? Get help on page 15. Turn on your computer. The computer’s image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Source button on the projector’s keypad.
First-time projector use with Windows 98 a The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wizard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system). If you are running Windows 2000, Windows ME, or Windows XP, skip these steps and go to “Adjusting the image” on page 10.
Skip this page if you did not connect the USB portion of the computer cable. The USB connection enables slide advance during presentations and projector control software. For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality. • The Wizard launches three times. The first time it detects a USB Composite Device. The second time a USB Human Interface Device (for the keyboard).
Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release button to extend the elevator foot. adjust height release button Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. adjust distance See page 38 for a table listing screen sizes and distances. Adjust the zoom tab or the focus dial by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced.
Connecting a video device Standard video connections connect S-video cable and audio cable and adapter Plug the S-video cable’s connector into the S-video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other connector into the S-Video connector on the projector. Plug the white connector of the audio adapter into the left audio out connector on the video device and plug the red connector into the right audio out connector on the video device.
Displaying a video image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. press Power The LED flashes green. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. ? No startup screen? Get help on page 15. Plug in and turn on the video device. ? No video image? Try pressing the Source or Auto Image button on the keypad. Get help on page 15.
Adjust the zoom using the tab or the focus using the dial by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced. adjust zoom and focus zoom adjust keystone If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the keypad. Press the upper Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the lower Keystone button to reduce the lower part. adjust volume Adjust the volume on the keypad. Adjust the Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint in the Picture menu.
Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup By default, the projector automatically displays a blank screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This blank screen helps preserve the life of the projector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. If your image appears correctly on the screen, skip to the next section (page 23). If it does not, troubleshoot the setup.
Source Troubleshooting Problem Solution Result No startup screen Plug power cable in and press the power button. Remove lens cap.
No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” A Adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced> Adapter (location varies by operating system) Computer image projected A Signa l rang out of e You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown on the following page 16 A
Image fuzzy or cropped AA A Set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab, select1024x768) Image clear and not cropped A For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dualdisplay mode Remote control not advancing PowerPoint slides Connect computer cable (page 6), then load USB drivers, if needed (page 8) Check batteries in remote X 17 Remote advances slides.
Projector troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust keystone on keypad Square image Edges of video image distorted Turn Overscan on in the Picture>Advanced menu Correct image AB AB Adjust Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Image not sharp Correct image AB AB 18
Image does not fit 16:9 screen Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Correct image Image reversed left to right Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Correct image A Video image “torn” and fragmented AB Change Video Standard in Picture>Advanced menu AB Correct image AB 19
Projected colors don’t match source Adjust color temperature, color space, color control, brightness, and contrast in the Picture and Advanced menus. Also, adjust color and tint (video sources only).
Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) Lamp must be replaced (page 35) Lamp turns on startu p scree n blinks red Image not centered on screen Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height zoom Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Still need assistance? If you still need assitance, please contact your authorized Toshiba dealer.
Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an overview of their functions: Power–turns the projector on (page 7) and off (page 14). Menu–displays the on-screen menus (page 27). Select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 27). Up/Down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 27). Auto Image–resets the projector to the source. Presets–cycles through the available preset settings (page 29).
Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. To operate, point the remote at the projection screen or at the projector (not at the computer). The range of optimum operation is about 30 feet (9.14m). To use the laser pointer, press and hold the Laser button.
Using the audio connect audio cable To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In connector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad. Troubleshooting audio If there is no sound, check the following: • Make sure the audio cable is connected. • Make sure mute isn’t active (used with the Effect key). • Make sure the volume is turned up enough. Press the volume button on the keypad. • Adjust the audio source.
Optimizing computer images Presentation features After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 27. Several features are provided to make it easier to give presentations. The following is an overview, details are found in the menu section on page 27. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. • Change the Aspect Ratio.
Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information regarding menu usage, see page 27. You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 31 to page 33 for details on these features. • For rear projection, turn Rear mode on in the Settings>System menu.
Using the menus Dot To open the menus, press the Menu button on the keypad. (The menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to highlight the desired submenu, then press the Select button. Menu button To change a menu setting, highlight it, press Select, then use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the value, select an option using radio buttons, or turn the feature on or off using check boxes.
Picture menu To adjust the following five settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press Select to confirm the changes. increasing keystone Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad. Contrast: controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture and changes the amount of black and white in the image.
Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying computer presentations, film images, and video images. (Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event.) You can use the preset as a starting point, then further customize the settings for each source. The settings you customize are saved in the preset for each source.
Advanced menu Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting.
Settings menu Audio: allows volume adjustments. You can also adjust volume from the keypad.
Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen with a black color after no signals are detected for a preset number of minutes (the default is 30 minutes). The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Screen Save is disabled when Power Save is enabled. Screen Save Startup Logo: allows you to display a blank Black, White, or Blue screen instead of the default screen at startup and when no source is detected.
Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display of menus and messages. Language Service: to use these features, highlight them and press Select. Service menu Factory Reset: restores all settings (except Lamp Hours) to their default after displaying a confirmation dialog box. Lamp Reset: resets the lamp hours counter in the About menu to zero after displaying a confirmation dialog box. Do this only after changing the lamp. Service Code: only used by authorized service personnel.
Maintenance Cleaning the lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2 Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion. If you don’t intend to use the projector immediately, replace the lens cap.
Replacing the projection lamp The lamp hour timer in the About menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. Fifty hours before the specified end of the lamp’s life, the message “Change lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup. After 50 additional hours, the lamp will no longer light. You can order new lamp modules from your dealer. About menu turn off and unplug the projector 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable.
WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury. • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness. • Be extremely careful when removing the lamp housing. In the unlikely event that the lamp ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated. The lamp module is designed to contain most of these fragments, but use caution when removing it.
Appendix For assistance with this projector Accessories For assistance with your Toshiba projector in the United States, please visit www.toshiba.com/tacp or contact by phone at 800-846-6672. For assistance with your Toshiba projector in Europe, please visit www.toshiba-europe.com or contact your local Toshiba dealer. Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) For assistance with your Toshiba projector in Asia/Japan, please contact your local Toshiba dealer.
Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors Projected image size Table 3: Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size If the projector is not functioning properly and the red LED is blinking, consult Table 2 to determine a possible cause. There are two second pauses between the blinking cycles. Distance to screen Table 2: Red LED Behavior Explanation One (1) blink The lamp won't strike after five (5) attempts. Check the lamp and lamp door installations for loose connections.
For 37 Freeze 32 fuzzy image 17 A About 32 Aspect Ratio 32 audio 24 Audio In connector 6, 11 audio volume 13 Auto Image 32 Auto Power 31 I image display video 12 image display computer 7 image does not fit screen 19 image edges distorted 18 image not centered 21 image not sharp 18 image not square 18 image reversed 19 image size matrix 38 image torn 19 B Blank 32 blinking green 14 blinking red 14 Brightness 10 C cleaning the lens 34 Color 13 colors are incorrect 20 computer connections optional 6 requir
M S Main menu 27 menu system 27 Mute 32 Settings menu 31 shutdown projector 14 solid green 14 solid red 14 Source 32 Source troubleshooting 15 Sources 31 standard accessories 37 S-video connector 11 N no computer image 16 no startup screen 15 O only startup screen appears 15 P Picture menu 28 Power button 12 power cable 6, 11 Power Save 31 presentation features 25 projector customizing 26 shutdown 14 standard accessories 37 troubleshooting problems 14 projector height 10, 12 projector positioning 10,