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D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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.
PPrreeffaaccee Power Safety ¾ Only use the supplied power cord. ¾ Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic. ¾ 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. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 31 for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the lamp: ¾ Unplug the power cord.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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 SXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images. • Flexible setup allows for front, rear projections.
PPrreeffaaccee Table of Contents GETTING STARTED .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 PACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 VIEWS OF PROJECTOR PARTS .........................................................................................................
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................. 39 Input/output connectors ................................................................................................................................................ 39 PROJECTION DISTANCE V.S. PROJECTION SIZE ...............................................................
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall GETTING STARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: DLP PROJECTOR RGB CABLE VIDEO CABLE (OPTIONAL) REMOTE CONTROL (WITH ONE 3V CR2025 BATTERY) POWER CORD S-VIDEO CABLE (OPTIONAL) AUDIO CABLE (OPTIONAL) RGB TO COMPONENT ADAPTER (OPTIONAL) CARRYING CASE COMPONENT CABLE (OPTIONAL) CD-ROM (THIS USER’S MANUAL) Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Views of Projector Parts Front-right View ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION 1. Ventilation opening To keep the projector lamp cool 2. Height-adjuster button Push to release height adjuster 3. Height adjuster Adjusts level of projector 4. Lens cap Covers lens to protect when not in use 5. IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 6. Lens Remove lens cap before use 7. Focus ring Focuses the projected image 8.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ITEM LABEL 1. (POWER) 2. ▲ (Up cursor) 3. 4. POWER LED TEMP LED DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: Turns the projector On or Off Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Green Power On Off Power Off (AC Off) Flashing Error code On System over temperature Off Normal State Orange Lamp is ready to be powered-on.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Rear view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION 1. AC IN Connect the POWER CABLE 2. Rear IR receiver (Optional) Receiver for IR signal from remote control 3. USB (Service Only) Connect the USB CABLE from a computer (service only) 4. AUDIO Connect the AUDIO CABLE from the input device 5. S-VIDEO Connect the S-VIDEO CABLE from a video device 6. VIDEO Connect the VIDEO CABLE from a video device 7.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Bottom view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION 1. Lamp cover Remove when changing the lamp. 2. Lens cap hook To fasten the lens cap cover. 3. Tilt adjustor Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position. 4. Height adjustor button Push to release adjustor. 5. Height adjustor Adjuster drops down when adjuster button is pushed.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Remote Control Parts 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. 3.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. Up cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 2. Enter Changes settings in the OSD 3. Power Turns the projector On or Off 11 4. Right cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 18 5. Volume + Increase volume 6. Volume - Decrease volume 7. Mute Mutes the built-in speaker 8. Freeze Freeze/unfreezes the on-screen picture 9. Source Detects the input device 10.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Remote Control Operating Range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector. Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 7 meters (23 feet) and 15 degrees above or below the projector level.
SETUP AND OPERATION Inserting the Remote Control Batteries 1. 2. 3. 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. Only use a 3V lithium battery (CR2025). 2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations. 3. Remove the battery when not using the projector for prolonged periods.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer and video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras. Check the user manual of the connecting device to confirm it has the appropriate output connector. ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION A USB (Service Only) B AUDIO C S-VIDEO Connect the S-VIDEO CABLE from a video device.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Starting and Shutting down the Projector 1. 2. 3. Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. The POWER and READY LEDs on the projector light. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the READY LED displays a solid orange and not a flashing orange. Then press the POWER button to turn on the projector. The projector splash screen displays and connected devices are detected.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 5. When the “Power Off? /Press Power again” message appears, press the POWER button. The projector turns off. Caution: 1. Be sure to remove the lens cap before starting projector. 2. Do not unplug the power cord until the READY LED stops flashing–indicating the projector has cooled down.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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 18 and Setting the OSD Language on page 19 for help on using OSD menus.) Important: Keep the password in a safe place. Without the password, you will not be able to use the projector.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 5. 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. Push the MENU button to exit the dialog box. 6. The password confirm menu appears when user presses the power-on key in case the Security Lock is enabled.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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. • Ensure the cables are in a safe location. You could trip over them. 1. To raise the level of the projector, lift the projector [A] and press the height-adjuster button [B]. The height adjuster drops down [C]. 2. 3.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone 1. 2. 3. Use the Image-zoom control (on the projector only) to resize the projected image and screen size B . Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image A . Use the KEYSTONE buttons (on the projector or the remote control) to correct image-trapezoid (wider top or bottom) effect. Remote control and OSD panel 4. The keystone control appears on the display.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Adjusting the Volume 1. 2. 3. Press the Volume +/buttons on the remote control. The volume control appears on the display. Press the Down Cursor button on the keypad to adjust Volume +/-. Press the MUTE button to turn off the volume (This feature is available only on the remote).
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU SETTINGS 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 or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD. The following illustration shows the corresponding buttons on the remote control and on the projector. 1. To enter the OSD, press the MENU button. 2. There are five menus.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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 Installation I. 2. Press the cursor ▲▼ button until Language is highlighted. 3. Press the cursor ◄► button until the language you want is highlighted. 4. Press the MENU button twice to close the OSD.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall OSD Menu Overview Use the following illustration to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall OSD Sub-Menu Overview Color Manager Peripheral Test Hue Red Green Blue Cyan Magenta Yellow White -99 ~ 99 Saturation 0 ~ 199 Gain 0 ~ 199 Hue -99 ~ 99 Saturation 0 ~ 199 Gain 0 ~ 199 Hue -99 ~ 99 Saturation 0 ~ 199 Gain 0 ~ 199 Hue -99 ~ 99 Saturation 0 ~ 199 Gain 0 ~ 199 Hue -99 ~ 99 Saturation 0 ~ 199 Gain 0 ~ 199 Hue -99 ~ 99 Saturation 0 ~ 199 Gain 0 ~ 199 Red 0 ~ 199 Green 0 ~ 199 Blue 0 ~ 199 O
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Image Menu 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 change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Display Mode Press the cursor ◄► button to set the display mode. Brilliant Color Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the Brilliant Color value.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Color Manager Press (Enter) / ► to enter the color manger sub menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Red Select to enter the Red Color Manager. Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Gain. Green Select to enter the Green Color Manager. Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Gain. Blue Select to enter the Blue Color Manager. Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Gain.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Computer Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Computer menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the computer menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Horizontal Position Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the display position to left or right. Vertical Position Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the display position to up or down.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Video/Audio Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Video/Audio menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Video/Audio menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Video AGC Press the ◄► buttons to enable or disable the Automatic Gain Control for video source. Video Saturation Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the video saturation.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Installation I Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Installation I menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation I menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Language Press the cursor ◄► button to select a different localization Menu.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Installation II Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Installation II menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation II menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Auto Power Off (min.) Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable automatic shutdown of lamp when no signal. Auto Power On Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable automatic power On when AC power is supplied.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall OSD Menu Setting ITEM DESCRIPTION Menu Position Press ◄► button to select different OSD location. Translucent Menu Press ◄► button to select OSD background translucent level. Menu Display Press ◄► button to select OSD timeout delay.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Peripheral Test ITEM DESCRIPTION Remote Control Test Press (Enter) / ► to test the IR remote controller for diagnostic. Button Test Press (Enter) / ► to test the button on keypad. Color Test Press (Enter) / ► to select different colors on screen. Sound Test Press (Enter) / ► to test the sound function of the internal speaker. Lamp Hour Reset Please refer to Resetting the Lamp on page 33 to reset the lamp hour counter.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Factory Reset Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation II menu. Select the Factory (Enter) / ► to reset all the menu items to the factory default values. Reset sub menu and press Status Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation II menu. Select the (Enter) / ► to enter the Status sub menu. Installation II sub menu and press ITEM DESCRIPTION Active Source Display the activated source.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY 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 fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury b. Do not dispose this product with general household waste. c.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 3. 4. 5. Remove the two screws from the lamp module (A). Lift the module handle up (B). Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 6. Reverse steps 1 to 5 to install the new lamp module. While installing, align the lamp module with the connector and ensure it is level to avoid damage. Note: The lamp module must sit securely in place and the lamp connector must be connected properly before tightening the screws. Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: 1. 2. 3. 4.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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. 2. Use only a dampened cloth when cleaning. Do not allow water to enter the ventilation openings on the projector. 3.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 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. The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s MicroSaver Security System. If you have any comment, contact: Kensington, 2853 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403, U.S.A. Tel: 800-535-4242, http://www.Kensington.
TROUBLESHOOTING 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. Check the following before proceeding to the problem-specific solutions. • Use some other electrical device to confirm that the electrical outlet is working.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall LED Error Messages POWER LED BLINK OVER TEMP LED READY LED BLINK Over temperature 0 ON 0 Thermal break status error 4 0 0 Lamp error 5 0 0 Fan1 error 6 0 1 Fan2 error 6 0 2 Fan3 error 6 0 3 Lamp door open 7 0 0 DMD error 8 0 0 Color wheel error 9 0 0 ERROR CODE MESSAGES In the event of an error, please disconnect the AC power cord and wait for one (1) minute before restarting the projector.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Lamp Problems Problem: There is no light from the projector 1. Check that the power cable is securely connected. 2. Ensure the power source is good by testing with another electrical device. 3. Restart the projector in the correct order and check that the Power LED is green. 4. If you have replaced the lamp recently, try resetting the lamp connections. 5. Replace the lamp module. 6.
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications DS325-JD DX325-JD TI DMD Type X, 0.55 inches, SVGA TI DMD Type X, 0.55 inches, XGA SVGA 800x600 Native XGA 1024x768 Native Model Display type Resolution 1.5 meters ~ 10 meters Projection distance 0.86 to 6.6 meters (34 to 260 inches) Projection screen size Manual focus / Manual zoom Projection lens 1.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Projection Distance V.S. Projection Size Tele Distance (m) Wide 1.34 3.58 4.47 8.94 1.54 3.09 3.86 11.58 30 80 100 200 40 80 100 300 Keystone Correction Angle (degree) 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3 14.2 14.2 14.2 14.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Timing Mode Table The projector can display several resolutions. The following table outlines the resolutions that can be displayed by the projector. Signal Resolution H-Sync (KHz) V-Sync (Hz) Composite / S-Video Component RGB NTSC － 15.734 60.0 ○ － － PAL/SECAM － 15.625 50.0 ○ － － 640 x 350* 31.5 70.0 － － ○ 640 x 350* 37.9 85.0 － － ○ 640 x 400* 37.9 85.0 － － ○ 640 x 480 31.5 60.0 － － ○ 640 x 480 37.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Signal SDTV Resolution H-Sync (KHz) V-Sync (Hz) Composite / S-Video Component RGB 480i 15.734 60 － ○ － 576i 15.625 50 － ○ － 480p 31.469 60 － ○ － 576p 31.25 50 － ○ － 720p 37.5 50 － ○ － 720p 45.0 60 － ○ － 1080i 33.8 60 － ○ － 1080i 28.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Projector Dimensions 220 mm (8.6 inches) 178 mm (7 inches) 71 mm (2.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 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.
English Disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. 2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. 3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
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