User manual HITACHI ED-X10F

Projector ED-X10/ED-X12 User's Manual ­ Operating Guide 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. 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 possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling. Please refer to the pages written following this symbol. 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 About this manual. . . . . . . . . . 1 EASY Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Aspect, Auto keystone Execute, Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Keystone, Picture mode, Brightness, Projector features. . . . . . . . . . 3 Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Whisper, Mirror, Reset, Filter time, Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Language, Go to advanced menu About contents of package . . . . . . . .3 Fastening the lens cover . . . . . . . . . .3 PICTURE Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Color temp, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 My memory Control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 IMAGE Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Aspect, Over scan, V. position, H. position, Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 H. phase, H. size, Auto adjust execute Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Adjusting the projector's elevator . . .9 INPUT Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Progressive, Video NR, Color space, Using the Security Bar . . . . . . . . . . .10 Component, Video format, Frame lock, Connecting your devices . . . . . . . . .11 RGB in, Resolution Connecting power supply . . . . . . . .14 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . 15 SETUP Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Auto keystone Execute, Keystone, Putting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Whisper, Mirror, Volume, Audio Using the remote control . . . . . . . . .16 Power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SCREEN Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Language, Menu position, Blank, Turning on the power. . . . . . . . . . . .17 Start up, MyScreen, MyScreen lock, Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Message, Source name Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 OPTION Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Auto search, Auto keystone, Auto on, Temporarily muting the sound . . . . .18 Auto off, Lamp time,Filter time, Selecting an input signal . . . . . . . . .18 My button, Service, Security Searching an input signal . . . . . . . .19 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Selecting an aspect ratio . . . . . . . . .19 Adjusting the zoom and focus . . . . .19 Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Using the automatic adjustment feature . .20 Other care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Adjusting the position . . . . . . . . . . .20 Correcting the keystone distortions .21 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 55 Using the magnify feature . . . . . . . .21 Related messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Freezing the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Regarding the indicator lamps . . . . .56 Temporarily blanking the screen . . .22 Phenomena that may be easy to be Operating the computer screen . . . .23 mistaken for machine defects . . . . .58 Multifunctional settings . . . . 24 Warranty and after-service. . . 61 Using the menu function . . . . . . . . .24 . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 2 Projector features / Preparations Projector features This projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC/PAL/ SECAM, Component (SD, HD) 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 200W 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 function 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. Rich Connectivity This projector has a variety of I/O ports. It can be easily connected to many signal sources like PC, DVD and so on. The rich connectivity provides you more options to make your presentation impressive. Compact Body Even with its many features, this projector is extremely compact and slim, Preparations About contents of package Please see the "Contents of package" of the "User's Manual - Quick Guide". Your projector should come with the items shown there. Contact immediately your dealer if anything is missing. NOTE · Keep the original packing materials for future reshipment. For moving the projector, be sure to use the original packing materials. Use special caution for the lens part. Fastening the lens cover To avoid losing the lens cover, please fasten it the lens cap to the projector using the strap. Strap ring Strap Bottom side Strap hole 1. Fix the strap to the strap ring of the lens cover. 2. Put the strap into the groove on the rivet. 3. Push the rivet into the strap hole. 3 Part names Part names Projector Control buttons ( Lamp cover ( 51) (Lamp unit is inside.) Zoom ring ( Focus ring ( Vent ( 7) Lens ( 17) Front-Right side Lens cover ( 3) 19) 19) 6) 16) Remote sensor ( Speaker Security bar ( 10) (Use for attaching a commercial anti-theft chain or wire.) Elevator button ( Elevator foot ( 9) 9) Filter cover ( are inside.) 52) Bottom side WARNING lamp and vents of the projector. ( ) It could cause a burn. 4 Part names Power switch ( AC inlet ( 17) 14) 9) 9) Ports (See below.) Rear-Left side Elevator button ( Elevator foot ( Vent ( 7) AUDIO IN3 L/R port ( 13) (In the default setting, the AUDIO IN3 L/R port is the audio port for the VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO ports, however it is possible to change the settings. 36) COMPONENT VIDEO ports ( 13) Y CB/PB CR/PR VIDEO port ( S-VIDEO port ( 13) 13) AUDIO IN1 port ( 12) (In the default setting, the AUDIO IN1 port is the audio port for the RGB IN1 port, however, it is possible to change the settings. 36) RGB IN1 port ( 12) 58) 12) Restart switch (*) ( RGB IN2 port ( 12) RGB OUT port ( Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT CB/PB CR/PR L AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 K AUDIO OUT port ( 12) CONTROL USB VIDEO S-VIDEO Ports USB port ( CONTROL port ( Kensington lock slot 12) 12) AUDIO IN2 port ( 12) (In the default setting, the AUDIO IN2 port is the audio port for the RGB IN2 port, however, it is possible to change the settings. 36) NOTE (*) About Restart switch: This projector is controlled by an internal microprocessor. Under certain exceptional circumstances, the projector may not operate correctly and the microprocessor will need to be reset. In such a case, please push the Restart switch by using a cocktail stick or similar, and before turning on again, make the projector cool down at least 10 minutes without operating. Only push the Restart switch in these exceptional instances. 5 Part names Control buttons LAMP indicator ( Cursor buttons 24) STANDBY/ON button ( 17) TEMP indicator ( 56, 57) 56, 57) 17) POWER indicator ( INPUT button ( 18) Remote control SEARCH button ( RGB button ( VIDEO button ( ASPECT button ( HOME button ( 18) 19) 19) 23) VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK 19) STANDBY/ON button ( AUTO button ( BLANK button ( PAGE UP button ( HOME PAGE UP VOLUME 17) 20) 22) 23) 18) 18) 23) 21) 41) 24) MAGNIFY ON VOLUME button ( OFF MAGNIFY ON button ( 21) OFF button ( 21) END button ( 23) 22) 20) END PAGE DOWN MUTE MUTE button ( MY BUTTON 1 KEYSTONE 2 FREEZE PAGE DOWN button ( KEYSTONE button ( FREEZE button ( POSITION button ( ESC button ( 23) POSITION MENU MY BUTTON button ( MENU button ( ENTER ESC RESET Cursor buttons 24) ENTER button ( RESET button ( 24) 24) Battery cover ( (on the back) 15) 6 Setting up Setting up 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 · 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 cleaning 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 a 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. malfunction to the projector. · Do not place the projector in a bathroom or the outdoors. · Put nothing containing the liquid near the projector. CAUTION projector. · Do not projector's remote sensor. 7 Setting up Arrangement Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 1024×768 (a) The screen size (diagonal) (b) (b) Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%) (c) The height of the screen (±10%) 4:3 (a) 16:9 (a) (c) up (c) down (a) Screen size [inch (m)] 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 150 200 250 300 (0.8) (1.0) (1.3) (1.5) (1.8) (2.0) (2.3) (2.5) (3.0) (3.8) (5.1) (6.4) (7.6) 4 : 3 screen (b) Projection distance (c) Screen height [m (inch)] [cm (inch)] min. max. down up 0.9 1.2 1.5 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.7 3.0 3.6 4.5 6.0 7.5 9.0 (34) (46) (58) (70) (81) (93) (105) (117) (140) (176) (235) (294) (352) 1.1 1.4 1.8 2.1 2.5 2.8 3.2 3.6 4.3 5.4 7.2 9.0 10.8 (41) (56) (70) (84) (98) (112) (126) (140) (169) (211) (282) (353) (423) 5 6 8 9 11 12 14 15 18 23 30 38 46 (2) (2) (3) (4) (4) (5) (5) (6) (7) (9) (12) (15) (18) 41 55 69 82 96 110 123 137 165 206 274 343 411 (16) (22) (27) (32) (38) (43) (49) (54) (65) (81) (108) (135) (162) 16 : 9 screen (b) Projection distance (c) Screen height [m (inch)] [cm (inch)] min. max. down up 1.0 1.3 1.6 1.9 2.3 2.6 2.9 3.2 3.9 4.9 6.5 8.1 9.8 (38) (50) (63) (76) (89) (102) (115) (127) (153) (192) (256) (320) (384) 1.1 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.7 3.1 3.5 3.9 4.7 5.8 7.8 9.8 11.7 (45) -1 (61) -2 (76) -2 (91) -2 (107) -3 (122) -3 (138) -4 (153) -4 (184) -5 (230) -6 (307) -8 (384) -10 (461) -12 (0) (-1) (-1) (-1) (-1) (-1) (-1) (-2) (-2) (-2) (-3) (-4) (-5) 39 51 64 77 90 103 116 129 154 193 257 322 386 (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (41) (46) (51) (61) (76) (101) (127) (152) 8 Setting up Adjusting the projector's elevator CAUTION 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 30 degrees. Exceeding these range could cause malfunction, and could shorten the lifetime of the consumables. horizontally. 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 projector is cool 1. After making sure that holding the projector.adequately, press and hold in the elevator buttons while 2. The elevator buttons and the elevator feet are on the both sides. Raise or lower the projector to the desired height and release the elevator buttons. When you release the elevator buttons, the elevator feet will lock into position. 3. the elevator feet by hand. 9 Setting up Using the Security Bar WARNING falling. Dropping or knocking over the projector may cause damage or injury. CAUTION measure. It is intended to be used as an extra theft prevention measure. A commercial anti-theft chain or wire can be attached to the security bar on the projector. 1. How to attach or wire can be An anti-theft chain attached as shown in the illustration. (Anti-theft chains or wires of up to 10mm in diameter can be used) Security Bar Anti-theft chain or wire [sold separately] 10 Setting up Connecting your devices CAUTION 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. 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. 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. · 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. · For some RGB signal modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary. · 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. About Plug-and-Play capability Plug-and-Play is a system composed of the 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 a computer is VESA DDC (display data channel) compatible. · Please take advantage of this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable to the RGB IN1 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 Plug-and-Play monitor. 11 Setting up Examples of connection with a computer * In the default setting, the AUDIO IN1 port is the audio port for the RGB IN1, and the AUDIO IN2 port is the audio port for the RGB IN2 ports. To change the settings, refer to the AUDIO item in the SETUP menu. ( 36) RGB cable USB cable Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 CB/PB L AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 CR/PR VIDEO S-VIDEO K RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT RGB out Audio out RS-232C USB CONTROL USB Stereo mini audio cable RS-232C cable Stereo mini audio cable RGB out Audio out Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 CB/PB CR/PR K RGB IN2 RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT L AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 CONTROL USB VIDEO RGB cable S-VIDEO Connecting to a monitor (output) Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 CB/PB CR/PR K RGB in L VIDEO RGB IN2 RGB OUT RGB OUT AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 CONTROL USB RGB cable S-VIDEO Audio in Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT CB/PB CR/PR L AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 K CONTROL USB VIDEO S-VIDEO Stereo mini audio cable 12 Setting up Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player * In the default setting, the AUDIO IN3 L/R port is the audio port for the VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO ports. To change the settings, refer to the AUDIO item in the SETUP menu. ( 36) Audio/Video cable Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 CB/PB L AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT Audio (R) out Audio (L) out Video out Audio cable Y AUDIO IN3 R CR/PR VIDEO S-VIDEO K CONTROL USB Audio (R) out CB/PB L RGB IN1 AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT Audio (L) out S-Video out S-Video cable CR/PR VIDEO S-VIDEO K CONTROL USB Component video out Component video cable Y AUDIO IN3 Y R CB/PB CB/PB L RGB IN1 AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 CR/PR VIDEO K RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT CR/PR Audio (R) out Audio (L) out CONTROL USB S-VIDEO Audio cable SCART cable G B R Y AUDIO IN3 R RGB IN1 RGB IN2 RGB OUT AUDIO OUT CB/PB CR/PR L AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN2 K CONTROL USB VIDEO SCART out Video S-VIDEO 13 Setting up Connecting power supply WARNING Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as · 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 · Never modify the power cord. Never attempt to defeat the ground connection of the three-pronged plug. AC inlet Connector of the power cord 1. Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector. 2. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet. 14 Remote control Remote control Putting batteries WARNING Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or And also improper use may result in cracking or leakage, which could result in · 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. If swallowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment. · Do not short circuit or solder a battery. · · If the liquid adheres to your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately. · Obey the local laws on disposing the battery. 1. Remove the battery cover. battery cover in the direction of the arrow. Slide back and remove the Insert the batteries. 2. Align and insert the two AA batteries according to their plus and minus 3. terminals as indicated in the remote control. Close the battery cover. Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and snap it back into place. 15 Remote control Using the remote control CAUTION Be careful in handling the remote control. · Do not drop or expose the remote control to physical impact. · Do not get the remote control wet or place it on wet objects. It may result in malfunction. · Remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place if you won't be using the remote control for an extended period. · Replace the batteries whenever the remote control starts malfunctioning. · When strong lights (such as direct sunlight) or light from an extremely close sensor, the remote control may cause to function. Adjust the direction of the projector to keep the light from directly hitting the projector's remote sensor. The signal settings for the remote control transmitter and the projector's remote sensor can be changed. If the remote control does not function properly try changing the signal setting. Changing the signal setting for the remote control transmitter (1)Setting 1 (FREQ. : NORMAL) Simultaneously press and hold the MUTE and RESET buttons for about 3 seconds. (2)Setting 2 (FREQ. : HIGH) Simultaneously press and hold the MAGNIFY OFF and ESC buttons for about 3 seconds. · Setting 1 is the factory default setting. saved for about half a day. If the batteries are removed from the remote control for longer than half a day, the remote will reset to Setting 1. Changing the signal setting for the projector's remote sensor Switch between Setting 1 and 2 using the SERVICE/REMOTE FREQ. item found in OPTION MENU. ( 43) If the remote control does not seem to function properly, try changing the settings for the remote control and the projector's remote sensor. The remote control will not function properly if the remote control transmitter settings and the projector's remote sensor settings are not the same. The remote control works with the projector's remote sensor. approx. 3 meters 30º 30º · The range of the remote sensor is 3 meters with a 60 degree range (30 degrees to the left and right of the remote sensor). · 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. 16 Power on/off Power on/off WARNING When the power is on, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens of projector. Also do not peep at the inside of projector through a hole. NOTE · Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector prior to the connected devices. Power off the projector later than the connected devices. Turning on the power 1. correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. the lens 2. Removeposition. cover, and set the power switch to the ON STANDBY/ON button VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY ON POWER indicator HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE 3. The power indicator will light up in steady orange. Then wait several seconds because the buttons may not function for these several seconds. (1) When AUTO ON in the OPTION menu is set to TURN ON:( 40) The lamp will only be automatically turned on when the Power switch is turned on after the power was turned off by Power switch last time. Afterwards the POWER indicator will begin blinking in green. When the power is completely on, the indicator will stop blinking and light in green. (2) When AUTO ON in the OPTION menu is set to TURN OFF please see step 3. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. To display the picture, select an input signal according to the section "Selecting an input signal" ( 18). FREEZE MY BUTTON 1 KEYSTONE 2 POSITION MENU ENTER ESC RESET POWER (Steady orange) POWER (Blinking in green) POWER (Steady green) Turning off the power Please pay special attention to below two points when you do: (1) Please do not turn the projector on again for at least 10 minute in this case. Neglect could shorten the lifetime of the lamp. (2) During use or immediately after use, do not touch around the lamp and vents of the projector ( 4 ) It could cause a burn. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote Power off? control. The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. POWER Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote (Blinking in orange) control again while the message appears. The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin POWER blinking in orange. (Steady 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. Attach the lens cover. 17 1. 2. 3. Operating Operating Adjusting the volume remote 1. Press the VOLUME button on theaid you in control. the volume. A dialog will appear on the screen to adjusting 2. To close the dialog and complete the operation, press the VOLUME button again. Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds. VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE Temporarily muting the sound MUTE button on 1. Press the appear on the screen the remote control. muted the sound. A dialog will indicating that you have To restore the sound, press the MUTE or VOLUME button. Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds. ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE MY BUTTON 1 KEYSTONE 2 Selecting an input signal the 1. Presstime INPUT button on the projector. switches its Each you press the button, the projector input port as below. RGB IN1 RGB IN2 VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO the RGB 1. Pressport for thebutton on the remote control to select an input RGB signal. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its RGB input port as below. RGB IN1 RGB IN2 VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK when TURN ON is selected for the AUTO SEARCH item in the OPTION menu the projector will check the RGB IN2 port. 18 Operating Selecting an input signal (continued) the VIDEO button 1. Pressfor video signal. on the remote control to select an input Each time you press the button, the projector switches its video input port as below. COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK when TURN ON is selected for the AUTO SEARCH item in the OPTION menu detected at the port, projector will begin to check other ports in above order. Searching an input signal 1. Press the SEARCH button on the remote control. to The projector will start to check its input ports in order VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK When an input is found, the projector will stop searching and display the image. If no signal is found, the projector will return to the state selected before the operation. RGB IN 1 RGB IN 2 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO Selecting an aspect ratio the remote control. 1. PresstimeASPECT button on thethe projector switches the mode for aspect Each you press the button, ratio in turn. For an RGB signal NORMAL 4:3 16:9 SMALL VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK For a video signal, s-video signal or component video signal 4:3 16:9 14:9 SMALL For a no signal MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME Adjusting the zoom and focus 1. Use the zoom ring to adjust the screen size. 2. Use the focus ring to focus the picture. Focus ring Zoom ring 19 Operating Using the automatic adjustment feature 1. Press the AUTO button on the remote control. VIDEO RGB SEARCH For an RGB signal The vertical position, the horizontal position, the horizontal phase and the horizontal size will be automatically adjusted. And the aspect ratio will be automatically set to default. Make sure that the application window is set to its maximum size prior to attempting to use this feature. A dark picture may still be incorrectly adjusted. Use a bright picture when adjusting. For a video signal or s-video signal The video format best suited for the respective input signal will be selected automatically. This function is available only when the AUTO mode is selected to the VIDEO FORMAT item in the INPUT menu ( 33). For a component video ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME function. For a video signal, s-video signal or component video signal The vertical position, horizontal position and aspect ratio will be automatically set to default. For a component video signal The horizontal phase will be automatically set to default. note that it may not function correctly with some input. Adjusting the position on the remote control. 1. Press the POSITION buttonwill appear on the screen. The "POSITION" indication 2. position. OFF END FREEZE MY BUTTON 1 KEYSTONE 2 POSITION MENU ENTER When you want to reset the operation, press the RESET button on the remote control during the operation. To complete this operation, press the POSITION button again. Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds. may appear outside a picture. 20 Operating Correcting the keystone distortions 1. Press the KEYSTONE button on theon the remote control. A dialog will appear screen to aid you in correcting the distortion. MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE 2. perform the following. 1) AUTO executes automatic vertical keystone correction. 2) MANUAL displays a dialog for vertical keystone correction. To close the dialog and complete this operation, press the KEYSTONE button again. Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds. function may not work well. MY BUTTON 1 KEYSTONE 2 SETUP menu, if the projector screen is inclined or angled downward, the Auto Keystone function may not work correctly. may be excessive. This function should be used when the zoom adjustment is set to the WIDE (wide-angle focus) whenever possible. When vertical degree is almost 0 degree, the automatic keystone distortion correction may not work. When vertical degree is almost ±30 degree, the automatic keystone distortion correction may not work well. This function will be unavailable when Transition Detector is on ( 48). Using the magnify feature 1. Press the ON button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. The "MAGNIFY" indication will appear on the screen (although the indication will disappear in several seconds with no operation), and the projector will enter the MAGNIFY mode. VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE 2. To move the zoom area, press the POSITION button in the MAGNIFY mode, zoom area, press the POSITION button again. To exit the MAGNIFY mode and restore the screen to normal, press the OFF button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. changed, or when the display condition is changed. will be restored when the projector exits the MAGNIFY mode. 21 Operating Freezing the screen on the remote control. 1. Press the FREEZE buttonwill appear on the screen, and the The "FREEZE" indication projector will enter the FREEZE mode. To exit the FREEZE mode and restore the screen to normal, press the FREEZE button again. MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE MY BUTTON 1 KEYSTONE 2 changes, or when one of the projector's buttons or the remote control buttons of STANDBY/ON, SEARCH, RGB, VIDEO, BLANK, AUTO, ASPECT, VOLUME, MUTE, KEYSTONE, POSITION, MENU, MAGNIFY and MY BUTTON is pressed. might possibly be printed. Do not leave the projector in the FREEZE mode for too long. Temporarily blanking the screen button on the remote control. 1. Press the BLANK will be displayed instead of the screen of The blank screen ON VIDEO RGB SEARCH input signal. Please refer to the BLANK item in the SCREEN menu ( 37). To exit the blank screen and return to the input signal screen, press the BLANK button again. ASPECT MAGNIFY AUTO BLANK HOME PAGE UP VOLUME the projector's buttons or the remote control buttons is pressed or one of the commands (except get commands) is transmitted from the control port. 22 Operating Operating the computer screen CAUTION your equipment. · While using this function, please connect only with a computer. · Before connecting, read the manuals of the computer you will connect. NOTE · It may not be possible to control notebook PC, and other computers with built-in pointing device (e.g. track ball), using this remote control. In this case, before connecting go into BIOS (system setup) and select external mouse, and disable the pointing device. In addition, the mouse may not function if the computer does not have the needed utility program. See your computer's hardware manual for details. · The USB control can be used with Windows 95 OSR 2.1 or higher. It may not be mouse drivers. · The USB control can be used only for the functions listed below. You cannot do things like press two buttons at once (for instance, pressing two buttons at the same time to move the mouse pointer diagonally). · This function is not available while the lamp is warming up (the POWER indicator distortion, zooming in on the screen, using the BLANK function, or displaying the menu screen. USB mouse and keyboard control 1. Connect the projector's USB port to the computer via the mouse cable. VIDEO RGB SEARCH Available function BLANK VOLUME Remote control operation Press ENTER button Press RESET button Press HOME button Press END button Press PAGE UP button Press PAGE DOWN button Press ESC button ASPECT AUTO MAGNIFY ON HOME