Liquid Crystal Projector Model CPX960WA / 970W USER'S GUIDE Thank you for purchasing the Hitachi liquid crystal projector. Please read this user's manual thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding. After reading, store this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Outline This liquid crystal projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC/PAL/SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space is required for installation and large images can easily be realized. Contents Page Features (1) Outstanding brightness The UHB lamp and high-efficiency optical system assure a high level of brightness. (2) Partial magnification function Interesting parts of images can be magnified for closer viewing. (3) Distortion correction function Distortion-free images are quickly available. (4) Power zoom and power focus. (5) P in P function (6) USB jack Before Use ................................................3 Checking the package Contents ................8 Names and functions of each part ............8 Installation ..............................................12 Basic operations ......................................13 Adjustments and functions ......................17 Connection to the video signal terminals ................................22 Connection to the RGB signal terminal ..................................22 Connecting to the USB ............................25 Connection to the CONTROL signal terminal ..................................26 Example of system setup ........................31 Cleaning the air filter ................................31 ..............................................32 Lamp Message table..........................................32 When you think something wrong ............33 Specifications ..........................................34 About the warranty and after-service ..........................35 1 About Trademarks · VGA and XGA are trademarks of IBM (International Business Machines Corporation). · Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Corporation of the U.S. · VESA and SVGA are trademarks or registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standards association. · Windows95 and Windows98 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Carefuly observe the trademarks and registered trademarks of all companies, even when not mentioned. FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN U.K THIS PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH A TWO PIN MAINS PLUG FOR USE IN MAINLAND EUROPE. FOR THE U.K PLEASE REFER TO THE NOTES ON THIS PAGE. IMPORTANT FOR UNITED KINGDOM WORDING FOR CLASS I EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTION BOOKS AND LABELS The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Shoud the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from your dealer. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. Shoud it be necessary to change the mains plugs, this must be carried out by a competent person, preferable a qualified electrician. If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow = Earth, Blue = Neutral, Brown = Live. Green & Yellow to Earth Brown to Live Fuse Blue to Neutral Cord Clamp As these colours may not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured Green or Green and Yellow. The wire coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED. WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications, Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Instructions to Users: This equipment complies with the requirements of FCC (Federal Communication Commission) Class A equipments provided that following conditions are met. (1) Video signal cables: Double shielded coaxial cables (so called FCC shield cable) must be used and the outer shield must be connected to the ground. Or, if normal coaxial cables are used, the cables must be enclosed in metal pipes or similar way to reduce the interference noise radiation. (2) Power cord: Shielded power cord must be used. The outer shield must be connected to the ground. (3) Video inputs: The input signal amplitude must no exceed the specified level. Before Use About the Symbols Various symbols are used in this instruction manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the contents. Warning Caution Typical Symbols This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling. This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could result possibly in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling. This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). An illustration is provided to clarify the contents (the illustration to the left indicates danger of electrical shock). This symbol indicates a prohibited action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited). This symbol indicates a compulsory action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates that the power plug should be disconnected from the power outlet). 3 [Safety Precaution] Warning s If a problem should occur. · If smoke or a strange odor arise, continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. In such case, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer for repairs. Never attempt to make repairs yourself because this is dangerous. Do not use this projector if there is no image or sound, or if the sound is Disconnect the distorted. Continued use plug from the could result in fire or power outlet. electrical shock. In such case, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer. If water should enter the inside of this projector, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer. s Do not insert foreign objects. through · Do not insert metal objects etc., of the ventilation openings, this projector or drop such objects inside because this could result in fire or electrical shock. If a foreign object should enter this projector, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer. Disconnect the Continued use could result in plug from the power outlet. fire or electrical shock. Use special caution in households where children are present. · · · s Do not look through the lens when the lamp is on. Never look through the lens when the lamp is on. The powerful light could adversely affect vision. Use special caution in households where children are present. s Do not install on an unstable surface. on an · Do not install this projectorwobbly unstable surface such as a s Avoid shock or impact on the projector. If the projector should fall, resulting in damage to the cabinet, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer. Continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. Electric shock hazard. stand or incline because this could result in the projector falling and causing injury. s Do not open the cabinet. cabinet. · Never open the voltage There is high Disconnect the plug from the power outlet. inside which can cause electrical shock. Do not Contact your dealer for disassemble. internal inspection, adjustment and repair. s Do not place this projector in a container containing liquid. Do not place flower vases, flower pots, cups, cosmetics, liquids such as water, etc., on top of this projector. Spillage could result in fire or electrical shock. s Do not modify. Do not Do not modify this projector because disassemble. this could result in fire or electrical shock. s Do not use in the bathroom. Do not use this projector in the bathroom because this could result in fire or electrical shock. Do not use near water. s Use only the indicated power supply. Use only the indicated power supply. The use of any other power supply could result in fire or electrical shock. 4 Warning s Handle the power cord with care. damage, cut, · Do not twist the power process or strongly cord. Placing heavy objects on the power cord, heating or strongly pulling the power cord can result in damage as well as fire or electrical shock. · Pulling on the power cord · Placing heavy objects on the power cord · Damaging the cord · Placing near heaters s High temperatures are generated when the lamp is lit, so do not place objects in front of the lens. the power · Do not position projector. This can cord under the · · damage the power cord and cause fire or electrical shock. Also, do not place a spread, cover, etc., over the power cord because this could result in the inadvertent placing of heavy objects on the concealed power cord. If the power cord is damaged (exposed or broken core wires, etc.), contact your dealer for replacement; otherwise, fire or electrical shock could result. Make sure there is no dust, etc., on the power plug and insert a knife blade to make sure that there is no looseness. CAUTION LASER RADIATIONDO NOT STARE INTO BEAM WAVE LENGTH: 650nm MAX . OUTPUT: 1mW CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT RADIAZIONI LASER NON GUARDARE NEL RAGGIO LUCE APPARECCHIO LASER DI CLASSE 2 RAYONNEMENT LASER MANUFACTURED NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 2 LASER-STRAHLUNG PLACE OF MANUFACTURER:A NICHT IN DEN STRAHL MADE IN JAPAN BLICKEN LASER KLASSE2 IEC60825-1:1993+A1:1997 s Do not allow the laser beam to enter the eyes. This remote control is equipped with a laser pointer and a laser beam is emitted from the laser outlet. Do not look directly into the laser beam outlet or direct the laser beam at other people. Vision can be impaired if the laser beam enters the eyes. Especially pay attention if children are present. · Laser beam outlet AVOID EXPOSURELASER RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE 5 Caution s Do not sit or place heavy objects on this projector. Do · Thisnot sit on thisinprojector. could result overturning, s Clean the projector interior once every two years. Request your dealer to clean the interior of the projector approximately every two years. Accumulations of dust inside the projector can result in fire or malfunction if not cleaned for an extended period. This cleaning is more effective if performed befor every humid periods such as rainy season, etc. Ask your dealer for details about internal cleaning. · leading to damage or personal injury. Use special caution in households where children are present. Do not place heavy objects on this projector. Placing heavy objects on this projector could result in loss of balance or falling and cause personal injury. s Do not block the ventilation openings. Do not block the ventilation openings of this projector. Blocking ventilation could lead to internal overheating which coul ...