USER MANUAL
Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION 2. INSTALLATION & SETUP 3. OPERATION 1.1 The Projector..............................................................2 1.2 Components...............................................................3 2.1 Setting Up Your Projector.............................................4 2.2 Screen And Projection Distance................................... 4 2.3 Power Connection.......................................................5 2.4 External Connection....................
Important Information Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Vivid Red projector and keep this user manual for your future reference. Labels & Markings This symbol warns the user that the presence of uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric shock. Therefore, it's dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside of the projector.
1. Introduction 1.1 The Projector The product is a high brightness, high-resolution video / data projector. It has the following key features: · 3-chip 0.9" D-ILA light engine · 1365 x 1024 native panel resolution (SXGA) · Input pixel formats from 640 x 480 (VGA) up to 1600 x 1200 (UXGA) · Maximum dot (pixel) clock of 162 MHz.
Introduction 1.
2. Installation & Setup 2.1 Setting Up Your Projector There are three ways to set the projector: front projection, overhead projection, and rear projection. 1.Determine the image size. 2.Set up a screen or select a non-glossy white wall onto which you can project your image. Adjustment Adjust the height of the projector using the 2 adjusters on the front. Lift the front of the projector while pressing the adjustment levers on the front side of the projector.
Installation & Setup Ceiling Mount ! If the projector is mounted on the ceiling and the image is upside down, use the Menu and Up, Down, Left, Right button on your projector keypad or on the remote control to correct the orientation. ! The ventilation space shall be 20 cm from the projector foot to the ceiling.
Installation & Setup 2.4 External Connection The rear panel of the projector provides the variety of inputs. The projector can be connected to a computer, video, DVD player, laser disc player, etc. 2.4.1 Connecting to The projector can connect to a computer capable of VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA output. a Personal Turn off the projector and computer before making any connections or Computer disconnections. Connecting a PC ! Use the supplied cable to connect your PC to the projector.
Installation & Setup Connecting a Macintosh ! Use the supplied signal cable and Macintosh adapter to connect your Macintosh computer to the projector. ! Turn on the projector and the Macintosh computer. DVI V.SYNC. H/C.SYNC.
Installation & Setup 2.4.2 Connecting to a Video/ Laser Disk/ DVD Player A VCR, a laser disc player, DVD player, or any other compatible video image source can connect to the projector. Turn off the projector and video source before making any connections or disconnections. The projector can receive composite video, S-Video, or component video. Connecting a Composite Video Source: ! If the video source uses a RCA connector, you will need the RCA cable to connect to the projector.
Installation & Setup Connecting to a Video / Laser Disk / DVD Player DVI V.SYNC. COMPUTER H/C.SYNC.
Installation & Setup 2.4.3 Connecting to An external speaker system can connect to the projector to gain maximum benefit from the projector's built-in sound function. External Turn off the projector and speaker system if they are on. Speakers ! Connecting the stereo audio cable's miniplug to the projector's Audio Out jack. ! Connecting the other end of the stereo audio cable to the dual male RCA to female adapter. ! Connecting the RCA plugs to the external speakers.
Installation & Setup 2.5 Mouse Functions The remote control can be used as a wireless mouse by connecting the projector mouse port to the computer mouse port. Connecting the Mouse: ! Connecting the big end of the PS/2 mouse cable (9 pin) to the projector mouse port. ! Connecting the small end of the PS/2 mouse cable (6 pin) to the computer's mouse port. ! For a Macintosh computer, connect the USB mouse or PS/2 mouse. DVI V.SYNC. H/C.SYNC.
3.Operation 3.1 Projector Basics Front/ Side Features Control keypad Zoom lever Lens Remote sensor Speaker Handle Main power switch AC input Ventilation Height adjuster Adjustment levers Focus ring Height adjuster Rear/ Side Features Security Lock * Adjustment levers Height adjuster I/O terminal panel Speaker Remote sensor Security Lock Note: The projector can connect to a commercially available security cable (Kensington's).
Operation Bottom Features Rear foot Air filter (small) Air filter (large) Lamp cover Lamp cover screw Control Keypad Features LAMP WE R PO 1 1. Lamp Indicator 2 2. Power Button & Power Indicator Use this button to turn the power on and off when the main power switch on the side of the projector is switched on and the projector is in standby mode. SOURCE 3 MENU 4 5 3. Source Button Use the button to select a proper source such as PC, VCR, DVD player, etc. 4. Menu Button Displays the menu. 5.
Operation I/O Terminal Features DVI COMPUTER G-Y R/R-Y L- AUDIO -R VIDEO V.SYNC. H/C.SYNC.
Operation 3.2 Turning On & Turning Off The Projector Before turning on the projector, make sure the video source is turned on and the lens cap is removed. Connect the power cord to the projector. Turning On the Projector: 1. Turn on the main power switch on the side of the projector, the projector will go into its standby mode and the power indicator will glow orange. 2.
Operation 3.3 Basic Operation Adjusting the Tilt Feet 1. Lift the front edge of the projector. 2. Press the adjustment levers on the front of the projector and hold the levers. 3. Lower the front of the projector to desired height and release the lever to lock the tilt feet. 4. Fine-adjust the height, use the height adjusters on the front of the projector. 1 2 4 3 2 Loading the Batteries (2 size AAA betteries) 1.
Operation Selecting the Desired Image Press the Video button on the remote control to cycle through the video inputs.(Composite, S-Video, Component) Press the Data button on the remote control to cycle through the RGB graphics inputs. (RGB, Component, DVI) Press the Source button on the control keypad to start source auto scan through composite Video, S-Video, component video (if connecting BNC with video source), Analog RGB, component RGB (if connecting BNC with computer source), and DVI.
Operation 1 POWER MENU Zoom button KEYSTONE ZOOM AUTO DATA FREEZE LM RM UP LEFT DOWN VOL+ VOL- RIGHT 1. Press the Zoom button on the remote control. 2. Use Vol+ button to enlarge the Image, Volbutton to return the enlarged image to its original size. The zoom ratio can be 10 times the original image size. LASER VIDEO Adjusting Digital Zoom of the Image 2 Vol+ / Vol- LAMP WE R PO LASER KEYSTONE ZOOM MENU AUTO DATA SOURCE FREEZE VIDEO 3.
Operation 3.4 Remote Control Features 1 1. Infrared Transmitter 2. Laser Pointer 3. LASER KEYSTONE ZOOM DATA AUTO FREEZE VIDEO 13 Front POWER MENU 5 8 7 6 LM RM UP 15 17 LEFT DOWN VOL+ VOL- RIGHT 3 4 9 10 11 12 14 16 18 2 Direct the remote control to the remote sensor on the projector. Beams a laser light when "Laser" button is pressed. Power Button 9. Zoom Button Press this button and a zoom ratio scale pops up.
Operation Range of Use of the Wireless Remote Control Within 10 m (11 yards) Within 10 m (11 yards) 3.5 Using The Menu RM RIGHT VOL+ VOL- DOWN UP LM LEFT AUTO LASER FREEZE VIDEO POWER KEYSTONE ZOOM DATA 15 MANU MENU W ER LAMP PO SOURCE FREEZE AUTO LASER RM RIGHT VOL+ VOL- POWER DOWN UP KEYSTONE ZOOM MANU DATA VIDEO LM LEFT 15 1. Press Menu button. The menu screen is displayed. Example : When RGB is selected for the input source. 2.
Operation 3.5.1 Adjusting the Image RGB Image Menu ! Brightness Video Image Menu Adjust the brightness of the picture. Press Left button to make it darker, Right button to make it brighter. ! Contrast Adjust the image contrast by pressing Left button to make it weaker, Right button to make the contrast stronger. ! H position Adjust the picture horizontal position by pressing Left and Right buttons. ! V position Adjust the picture vertical position by pressing Left and Right buttons.
Operation 3.5.2 Adjusting Advanced Control RGB Advanced Menu Video Advanced Menu ! Sharpness ! ! ! ! ! Adjust the sharpness level by pressing Left/ Right buttons to choose. User Red Adjust the strength of the red color. Press Left button to make it weaker, Right button to make it stronger. User Green Adjust the strength of the green color. Press Left button to make it weaker, Right button to make it stronger. User Blue Adjust the strength of the blue color.
Operation 3.5.3 Selecting the Options Options Menu ! OSD ! ! ! ! 23 Choose the OSD position to be in the left/middle/right corner of upper/middle/lower part of the screen. Language Select the languages of menu display: English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese. BNC Select the source type when connecting the BNC terminal. When the input source is the computer, select RGB. When the input source is the video, select YUV.
Operation 3.5.4 Setting the Utilities Utilities Menu ! OSD Timeout Select how long you wish your OSD will be displaying on the screen. ! OSD Background ! ! ! ! ! Select the OSD background to be opaque or translucent. Freeze Frame Freeze the picture by selecting "On", cancel it by selecting "Off". Keystone Correct the keystone distortion. Press Left/ Right buttons to correct the keystone distortion, and make the image square.
Operation 3.5.5 Setting the Audio ! Mute Audio Menu Mute the sound by selecting "On", back to normal by selecting "Off". ! Source Select the audio source from video input or RGB input. ! Mode ! ! ! ! Set the audio to be mono or stereo. Volume Adjust the volume by pressing Left button to decrease the volume, Right button to increase the volume. Bass Adjust the power of bass sound. Press Left button to decrease the strength, Right button to increase the strength. Treble Adjust the treble level.
4. Maintenance & Care 4.1 Warnings and Guidelines Labels & Markings WARNING Never look directly into the projector lens. The extremely high brightness of the projector can cause permanent eye damage. Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector. This symbol warns the user that the presence of uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric shock. Therefore, it's dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside of the projector.
Maintenance & Care Power Cord and Attachments " Only use attachments or accessories recommended by Christie, such as the specific power cord supplied. Use of other attachments or accessories with this projector may result in the risk of fire, shock or personal injury. WARNING Use only the AC power cord supplied. Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified voltage and power range.(see section 6) " Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Ventilation " " " " " " Servicing " Maintenance & Care Before unplugging the power cord, make sure the internal lamp cooling fans have shut off. The fans automatically shut off when the projector has adequately cooled down. Slots and openings in the projector provide ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to prevent overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered. The projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
Maintenance & Care Other Items " Do not turn on the electricity or the lamp when the lens cap is attached. The lens cap will become deformed due to the heat of the lamp and may cause fire or severe burns. " A laser beam is projected if the laser button in the accessory wireless remote control is pressed. Never look directly into the laser beam. The laser beam may cause damage if it enters the eyes directly. 4.2 Cleaning Cleaning the Case Wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth.
Maintenance & Care To Replace the Lamp: 1. Loosen the lamp cover screw and remove the lamp cover. 2. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp housing. Remove the lamp housing by pulling on the handle. 3. Insert a new lamp housing until it is plugged into the socket. 4. Secure it in place with the two screws. 5. Re-attach the lamp cover. 6. Tighten the lamp cover screw. 7. Reset the lamp timer. To Reset the Lamp Timer: 1.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 Common Problems & Solutions Problems Does not turn on Check These Items " Check that the power cable is plugged in and that power switch on the side of projector is switched on, and power button on the projector control keypad or remote control is pressed on. No image " Check that the projector is on. " Use the menu to select the source (Composite video, S-Video, Component video, Analog RGB, Component video or DVI). See page 25. " Ensure the cables are connecting correctly.
6. SPECIFICATION 6.1 Specifications Model Number: Display Technology Resolution Projection Lamp Brightness Brightness Uniformity Contrast Ratio Aspect Ratio Projection Lens (Zoom) Screen Size Throw Distance Keystone Correction Digital Zoom Remote Control Video Compatibility Computer Compatibility H-Sync Range V-Sync Range Dot Clock Sound Output Terminals Inputs Terminals Outputs Voltage Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Approvals Audible Noise Accessories List Vivid Red 0.
7. Appendices 7.1 Glossary This appendix defines the specific terms used in this manual. Aspect ratio Brightness Contrast (ratio) Component Video Composite Video Keystone Lumen NTSC The balance of light and dark shades in an image. The degree of difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image. A high-end digital(YCrCb) and analog(YPrPb) component video signal. The output of video tape and some computers which combines synchronization, luminance and color signals on one output cable.
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Appendices 7.4 Serial Communication Cable Standard RS-232 cable, with 9-pin D connectors Male / Female adapter (null modem) Computer / Switcher (male) Projector (female port) Standard RS-232 cable, 9-pin male D connector to 25-pin female Male / Female adapter (null modem) Projector (female port) Computer / Switcher (male) NOTE: Standard RS-232 cable pin 9 is open.
