User manual HITACHI ED-PJ32

User's Manual ­ Operating Guide ENGLISH EDPJ32 Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING Before using this product, please read the "User's Manual Safety Guide" and related manuals to ensure the proper use of this product. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference. NOTE · The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. · The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. · The reproduction, transfer or copy of all or any part of this document is not permitted without express written consent. Trademark acknowledgment · VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. · Apple and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. · VESA and SVGA are trademarks of Video Electronics Standard Association. · Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. 1 Content Content Before use ..................................................................... 4 Projector features....................................................................................4 About this manual ...................................................................................4 About contents of package .....................................................................5 Part names..............................................................................................6 Projector ......................................................................................................... 6 Control buttons ............................................................................................... 7 Remote control ............................................................................................... 7 Preparations ................................................................. 8 Fastening the lens cover .........................................................................8 About the filter cover for bottom-up use ..................................................9 Arrangement .........................................................................................10 Adjusting the projector's elevator ..........................................................12 Connecting your devices.......................................................................13 Example of connection with a VCR/DVD player........................................... 13 Example of connection with a computer....................................................... 14 Example of computer signal ......................................................................... 15 Connecting power supply......................................................................16 Loading batteries into the remote control..............................................17 Using the remote control .......................................................................18 Power on/off ................................................................ 19 Turning on the power ............................................................................19 Turning off the power ............................................................................20 Operating .................................................................... 21 Adjusting the volume.............................................................................21 Temporarily muting the sound ...............................................................21 Selecting an input signal .......................................................................22 Searching an input signal......................................................................22 Selecting an aspect ratio.......................................................................23 Adjusting the zoom (magnifying power) ................................................24 Adjusting the focus................................................................................24 Using the automatic adjustment feature ...............................................24 Adjusting the position ............................................................................25 Correcting the keystone distortions.......................................................25 Using the partial magnify feature ..........................................................26 Freezing the screen ..............................................................................26 Temporarily blanking the screen ...........................................................27 2 Content Multifunctional settings ............................................. 28 Using the menu function .......................................................................28 EASY MENU .........................................................................................31 Aspect / Zoom / Keystone / Mode / Bright / Contrast / Color / Tint ............... 31 Sharpness / Whisper / Mirror / Reset / Filter time ........................................ 32 Language / Go to advanced menu ............................................................... 32 PICTURE menu ....................................................................................33 Bright / Contrast / Gamma............................................................................ 33 Color temp / Color / Tint / Sharpness ........................................................... 34 Progressive / My memory............................................................................. 35 IMAGE menu ........................................................................................36 Aspect .......................................................................................................... 36 Over scan / V. position / H. position / H. phase / H. size .............................. 37 Auto adjust execute ...................................................................................... 38 INPUT menu .........................................................................................39 Color space / Video format / Frame lock / Information ................................. 39 SETUP menu ........................................................................................40 Zoom / Keystone / Whisper / Mirror / Volume............................................... 40 SCREEN menu .....................................................................................41 Language / Menu position / OSD bright / Blank ........................................... 41 Start up / MyScreen...................................................................................... 42 MyScreen lock / Message ............................................................................ 43 OPTION menu ......................................................................................44 Auto search / Auto off / Lamp time ............................................................... 44 Filter time / Service....................................................................................... 45 Maintenance ............................................................... 47 Lamp .....................................................................................................47 Air filter ..................................................................................................50 Inside of the projector ...........................................................................52 Caring for the lens.................................................................................52 Caring for the cabinet and remote control.............................................52 Troubleshooting .......................................................... 53 Related messages ................................................................................53 Regarding the indicator lamps ..............................................................54 Phenomena that may easily be taken as machine defects ...................56 Warranty and after-service ........................................ 58 Specifications ............................................................. 58 Dimension diagram ...............................................................................59 3 ENGLISH Before use Before use Projector features This projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC/PAL/ SECAM video signals onto a screen. It requires just a little space for installation and gets a large image from short distance. High Brightness Newly developed 165W UHB (Ultra high Brightness) lamp gives you a higher brightness image on a screen. The image can be still kept as bright and clean enough for use in bright rooms. Low Noise WHISPER mode is available for reducing acoustic noise to realize quieter operation. It is perfect for use in low luminance rooms where low noise is more important than brightness. Compact Body Even with its many features, this projector is extremely compact and slim, which gives you more flexibility and usability to use it where you want. About this manual Various symbols are used in this manual. The meanings of these symbols are described below. WARNING This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling. CAUTION This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could result possibly in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling. NOTE · To suitably use, please be aware of what is written following this symbol. Please refer to the pages written following this symbol. 4 Before use About contents of package ENGLISH Your projector should come with the items shown below. Check to make sure that all the items are included. Contact immediately your dealer if anything is missing. (1) Projector with Lens cover ............................................................. (2) Strap (for Lens cover) .................................................................. (3) Filter cover (for bottom-up use) .................................................... ON OFF VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY VOLUME MUTE FREEZE KEYSTONE (4) Remote control ............................................................................. (5) Two AA batteries (for Remote control) ......................................... - ZOOM + POSITION MENU ENTER ESC RESET (6) Power cord ................................................................................... (7) RGB cable .................................................................................... (8) Component video adapter (RCA ­ D-sub) ................................... (9) Audio adapter (RCA ­ Stereo mini) .............................................. (10) User's manuals .......................................................................... WARNING Do not place the projector on an unstable surface. NOTE · Keep the original packing materials for future reshipment. For moving the projector, be sure to use the original packing material. Use special caution for the lens part. 5 Before use Part names Projector Vent (10) Please do not block and cover the vents. Lens (19, 52) Lens cover (8, 19) Lamp cover (47, 48, 49) Lamp unit is inside. A lamp has a finite product life. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. Control buttons (7) Front-Right side Focus ring (24) Remote sensor (18) Speaker Elevator button (12) Elevator foot (12) Filter cover (9, 50) Air filter and intake vent are inside. Please take care of the air filter to normal ventilate. Bottom side Power switch (19, 20) AC inlet (16) Elevator button (12) Elevator foot (12) Ports See below. About connection, please see the section"Connecting your devices". (13, 14) RGB port (14, 22) Restart switch (20) CONTROL port (14) Kensington lock slot CONTROL Rear-Left side Vent (10) Please do not block and cover the vents. S-VIDEO port (13, 22) VIDEO port (13, 22) RGB S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO port (13, 14) K Ports 6 Before use Control buttons LAMP indicator (54, 55) TEMP indicator (54, 55) POWER indicator (19, 20, 54, 55) INPUT LAMP POWER INPUT button (22) Cursor buttons ,,, (28) STANDBY/ON button (19, 20) MENU STANDBY/ON Remote control SEARCH button (22) RGB button (22) VIDEO button (22) ASPECT button (23) MAGNIFY ON button (26) OFF button (26) FREEZE button (26) POSITION STANDBY/ON button (19, 20) AUTO button (24) VIDEO RGB SEARCH BLANK button (27) BLANK ASPECT AUTO MAGNIFY VOLUME ON VOLUME button (21) MUTE button (21) KEYSTONE button (25) Zoom + button (24) - button (24) MENU button (28) MUTE OFF FREEZE KEYSTONE - ZOOM + MENU POSITION button (25) ESC ENTER RESET ESC button (30) Menu cursor buttons ,,,(28) ENTER button (28) RESET button (30) 7 ENGLISH TEMP Preparations Preparations Fastening the lens cover To avoid losing the lens cover, please fasten the projector using the strap. over the 1. Slowly turn bottom is projector, so that the facing up. Strap ring Projector (Bottom side) strap to the 2. Fix the the projector.strap ring of (1) Strap Strap (2) Strap ring Strap ring Strap Strap strap to the strap 3. Fix the the lens cover. ring of Lens cover (1) Strap ring (2) Strap ring cover to 4. Attach the lensprojector, the lens of the and slowly turn over the projector, so that the top is facing up. WARNING Do not fasten the lens cover during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. CAUTION Close the lens cover to prevent the lens surface being scratched when the projector is not used. 8 Preparations About the filter cover bottom-up use ENGLISH When the projector is installed bottom up, please use the accessory filter cover for bottom-up use. It is higher than usual filter cover, to keep the space for intake ventilation. Please change the filter cover in the following procedure. the connectors 1. Disconnect allthat were and adapters Filter cover's knob connected to the projector's ports. Then slowly turn the projector so that the lens-side is facing up. While the projector is placed lens-side up, hold the projector. Hold 2. Remove the filter cover.out it. the knobs while pulling If the projector was used before, please clean the air filter referring the section "Air filter". (50) Slowly turn the projector so that the bottom is facing up. Filter cover for bottom-up use (with an air filter) Tabs 3. the 4. Setuse. filter cover for bottomup Interlocking the tabs, snap the filter cover for bottomup use into place. WARNING Do not replace the filter cover and/or air filter during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. Do not use the projector with the air filter and the filter cover removed. Do not remove the filter cover and the air filter in a smoky or dusty place. It could result in a fire and/or malfunction to the projector. CAUTION Please be careful for the projector not to fall. While the projector is placed lens-side up, hold the projector. 9 Preparations Arrangement Please select the arrangement way depending on your use or the environment. When put on a table (a) (c) (b) When suspended from the ceiling (a) (c) (b) WARNING Place the projector in a stable position horizontally. A fall or a turnover could cause an injury and/or damage to the projector. Then using damaged projector could result in a fire and/or an electric shock. · Do not place the projector on an unstable, slant or vibrant surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand. · Do not place the projector in the side/front/rear-up position, except caring of the sir filter. · For the projector installed bottom-up, use the accessory filter cover for bottomup use. And in the case of a ceiling installation or the like, contact your dealer before installation. Place the projection in a cool place, and pay attention enough to ventilation. The high temperature of the projector could cause a fire, a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. · Do not stop up, block and cover the projector's vents. · Keep a space of 30 cm or more between the sides and other objects such as walls. · Do not place the projector on a metallic thing or anything weak in heat. · Do not place the projector on a carpet, cushion or bedding. · Do not place the projector in direct sunlight or near a hot object such as heater. · Put nothing about lens and vents of the projector. Put nothing on the projector. · Put nothing that is sucked or sticks to the bottom of projector. This projector has some intake vents also on the bottom. Do not place the projector on the place that gets wet. Damping the projector or inserting liquid in the projector could cause a fire, an electric shock and/or malfunction to the projector. · Do not place the projector in a bathroom or the outdoors. · Put nothing containing the liquid near the projector. 10 Preparations Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated (±3%) for a full size screen: 854x480. ENGLISH For 16:9 screens (a) Screen size inch (m) 40 (1.0) 50 (1.3) 60 (1.5) 70 (1.8) 80 (2.0) 90 (2.3) 100 (2.5) 120 (3.0) 150 (3.8) 200 (5.1) (b) Projection distance m (inch) 1.5 (57) 1.8 (72) 2.2 (87) 2.6 (101) 2.9 (116) 3.3 (130) 3.7 (145) 4.4 (174) 5.5 (218) 7.4 (291) (c) Screen height m (inch) 50 (20) 62 (25) 75 (29) 87 (34) 100 (39) 112 (44) 125 (49) 149 (59) 187 (74) 249 (98) (a) For 4:3 screens (a) Screen size inch (m) (b) Projection distance m (inch) (c) Screen height m (inch) (a) 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 150 200 (1.0) (1.3) (1.5) (1.8) (2.0) (2.3) (2.5) (3.0) (3.8) (5.1) 1.8 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.6 4.1 4.5 5.4 6.8 9.1 (70) (88) (106) (124) (142) (160) (178) (214) (267) (357) 61 76 91 107 122 137 152 183 229 305 (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (72) (90) (120) CAUTION Avoid a smoky, humid or dusty place. Placing the projector in such place could cause a fire, an electric shock and/or malfunction to the projector. · Do not place the projector near a humidifier, a smoking space or a kitchen. Adjust the direction of the projector to keep the light from directly hitting the projector's remote sensor. 11 Preparations Adjusting the projector's elevator You can use the elevator feet to make adjustments if the surface on which you need to set the projector is uneven or if you otherwise need to adjust the angle of projection. The adjustment range of the elevator feet is 0 to 9 degrees. Elevator feet Elevator button the elevator buttons while 1. Press and hold inand the elevator feet are onholding the projector. The elevator buttons the both sides. lower to and release the elevator 2. Raise or When the projectorthethe desired heightthe elevator feet will lock into buttons. you release elevator buttons, position. you can also 3. If necessary,feet by hand. finely adjust the height of the projector by twisting the elevator WARNING Do not adjust the projector's elevator during use or immediately after use. Handling while the projector is in a high temperature could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. Before operating, make sure that the power switch is off, that the power cord is not plugged in, and that the projector is cool adequately. CAUTION If you press the elevator button without holding the projector, the projector might crash down, overturn, smash your fingers and possibly result in malfunction. To prevent damaging the projector and injuring yourself, always hold the projector whenever using the elevator buttons to adjust the elevator feet. Do not incline the projector rightward or leftward. Also do not incline it backward or forward exceeding 9 degrees. Exceeding these range could cause malfunction, and could shorten the lifetime of the consumables. Except for inclining by the elevator feet adjustment, place the projector horizontally. 12 Preparations Connecting your devices Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player ENGLISH K K K Audio cable Video cable Audio out Video out Audio cable S-Video cable Audio out S-Video out Audio cable Component video cable Audio out Component video out NOTE · Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten. · For an audio cable with 2 RCA connectors to 2 RCA connectors, use the accessory audio adapter. · For a component video cable with 3 RCA connectors to 3 RCA connectors, use the accessory component video adapter. 13 Preparations Examples of connection with a computer Audio cable RS-232C cable RGB cable Audio out RGB out RS-232C K CAUTION Turn off all devices prior to connecting them to the projector. Attempting to connect a live device to the projector may generate extremely loud noises or other abnormalities that may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector. Use the accessory cable or a designated-type cable for the connection. Some cables have to be used with core set. A too long cable may cause a certain picture degradation. Please consult with your dealer for details. For cables that have a core only at one end, connect the core to the projector. Make sure that you connect devices to the correct port. Incorrect connection may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector. NOTE · Whenever attempting to connect a laptop computer to the projector, be sure to activate the laptop's RGB external image output (set the laptop to CRT display or to simultaneous LCD and CRT display). For details on how this is done, please refer to the instruction manual of the corresponding laptop computer. · Be sure to check jack type, signal level, timing and resolution before connecting this projector to a computer. · Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten. · Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. Use of some of these modes will not be possible with this projector. · The image may not be displayed correctly when the input sync signal is a composite sync or a sync on G. · For some RGB signal modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary. · Automatically adjustment may not function correctly with some input signals. · When the image resolution is changed on a computer, depending on an input, automatic adjustment function may take some time and may not be completed. In this case, you may not be able to see a check box to select "Yes/No" for the new resolution on Windows. Then the resolution will go back to the original. It might be recommended to use other CRT or LCD monitors to change the resolution. 14 Preparations Example of computer signal Resolution (H x V) H. frequency (kHz) V. frequency (Hz) 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 848 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 37.9 31.5 37.9 37.5 43.3 31.0 35.2 37.9 48.1 46.9 53.7 49.7 48.4 56.5 60.0 68.7 85.0 59.9 72.8 75.0 85.0 60.0 56.3 60.3 72.2 75.0 85.1 74.6 60.0 70.1 75.0 85.0 Rating VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA Signal mode TEXT VGA (60Hz) VGA (72Hz) VGA (75Hz) VGA (85Hz) SVGA (56Hz) SVGA (60Hz) SVGA (72Hz) SVGA (75Hz) SVGA (85Hz) Mac 16" mode XGA (60Hz) XGA (70Hz) XGA (75Hz) XGA (85Hz) ENGLISH NOTE · Depending on the input signal, full-size display may not be possible in some cases. Refer to the number of display pixels above. · Although the projector can display signals with resolution up to XGA (1024x768), the signal will be converted to the projector's panel resolution before being displayed. The best display performance will be achieved if the resolutions of the input signal and projector panel are identical. About Plug-and-Play capability Plug-and-Play is a system composed of a computer, its operating system and peripheral equipment (i.e. display devices). This projector is compatible with VESA DDC 2B. Plug-and-Play can be achieved by connecting this projector to computer that is VESA DDC (display data channel) compatible. · Please take advantage of this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable to the RGB port (DDC 2B compatible). Plug-and-Play may not work properly if any other type of connection is attempted. · Please use the standard drivers in your computer as this projector is a Plugand-Play monitor. 15 Preparations Connecting power supply Before connecting, make sure that the power switch is the OFF position (pressed the side marked "O"). 1. Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector. Power switch AC inlet Connector of the power cord 2. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet. WARNING Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock. · Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, contact your dealer to newly get correct one. · Only plug the power cord into an outlet rated for use with the power cord's specified voltage range. · Never modify the power cord. Never attempt to defeat the ground connection of the three-pronged plug. · The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible. · Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand. · Check that the connecting portion of the power cord is clean (with no dust) before using. Use a soft and dry cloth to clean the power plug. · Insert the power plug into a power outlet firmly. Avoid using a loose, unsound outlet or contact failure. 16 Preparations Loading batteries into the remote control ENGLISH To use the remote control, please load the batteries. Whenever the remote control starts to malfunction, replace the batteries. If you will not use the remote control for an extended period, remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place. cover. Slide back and 1. Remove the battery direction of the arrow. remove the battery cover in the 2. Take old batteries out and/or put new batteries in. When putting in batteries, align and insert the two AA batteries according to their plus and minus terminals as indicated in the remote control. battery cover. Replace 3. Close theof the arrow and snap it the battery cover in the direction back into place. WARNING Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment. · Be sure to use only the batteries specified. Do not use batteries of different types at the same time. Do not mix a new battery with used one. · Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery. · Keep a battery away from children and pets. · Do not recharge, short circuit, solder or disassemble a battery. · Do not allow a battery in a fire or water. Keep batteries in a dark, cool and dry place. · Do not give the battery a physical impact. · If you observe a leakage of a battery, wipe out the liquid and then replace a battery. If the liquid adheres to your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately. · Obey the local laws on disposing a battery. 17 Preparations Using the remote control The remote control works with the projector's remote sensor. · The range of the remote sensor is 3 meters with a 60-degree range approx. 3 meters (30-degrees to the left and right of the 30º 30º remote sensor). · Also a remote signal reflected in the screen etc. may be available. If it is difficult to send a remote signal to the sensor directly, please try to use reflected signal. · Since the remote control uses infrared light to send signals to the projector (Class1 LED), be sure to use the remote control in an area free from obstacles that could block the remote control's output signal to the projector. CAUTION Be careful in handling the remote control. Incorrect handling could cause damage or malfunction. · Do not drop or expose the remote control to physical impact. · Do not get the remote control wet or place it on wet objects. · Remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period. NOTE · Replace the batteries whenever the remote control starts malfunctioning. · When strong lights (such as direct sunlight) or light from an extremely close range (such as from an inverter fluorescent lamp) hit the projector's remote sensor, the remote control may not function correctly. Adjust the direction of the projector to keep the light from directly hitting the projector's remote sensor. 18 Power on/off Power on/off Turning on the power LAMP VIDEO RGB SEARCH TEMP BLANK ASPECT AUTO POWER INPUT POWER indicator MAGNIFY VOLUME ON MUTE OFF FREEZE KEYSTONE POSITION ZOOM + MENU STANDBY/ON button MENU STANDBY/ON ENTER ESC RESET Power switch 1. Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. lens cover, and 2. Open thethe ON position. set the power switch to POWER 3. The power indicator will light up in steady orange. Then wait several seconds because buttons may not function for these several seconds. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The projector lamp will light up and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in green. When the power is completely on, the indicator will stop blinking and light in green. (Steady orange) POWER (Blinking in green) POWER (Steady green) To display the picture, select an input signal according to the section "Selecting an input signal" (22). WARNING When the power is on, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens and openings of the projector. NOTE · Turn the power on in right order. Please power on the projector prior to the connected devices. 19 ENGLISH Power on/off Turning off the power 1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for approximately 5 seconds. Power off? 2. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control again while the message appears. The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in orange. Then the POWER indicator will stop blinking and light in steady orange when the lamp cooling is complete. Make sure that the power indicator lights in steady orange, and set the power switch to the OFF position. The POWER indicator will go off. Do not set the power switch to the OFF position while the POWER indicator is green or blinking. POWER POWER (Blinking in orange) POWER (Steady orange) 3. (Steady orange) lens For 4. Close theis not cover. usedsafety purposes, disconnect the power cord if the projector to be for prolonged periods of time. NOTE · Turn the power off in right order. First power off the connected devices and then the projector. · Except for an emergency, whenever you turn the projector off, obey the procedure of the following "Turning off the power", and do not disconnect the power cord until the procedure is completed. Neglect causes a damage of the electrode and unlighting of the lamp. · This projector is controlled by an internal microprocessor. Under certain exceptional circumstances, the projector may not operate correctly even for turning off the power. In such a case, please push the restart switch (6) by using a pin or similar. After making sure that the power indicator lights to solid orange, set the power switch to the OFF position. Only push the restart switch in these exceptional instances. · When a power supply is shut off with a power failure or the restart switch, before turning on again, make the projector cool down at least 10 minutes without operating. 20