Table of Contents Table of Contents .............................................................................................................. 1 Usage Notice ...................................................................................................................... 2 Safety Information ........................................................................................................................2 Precautions .....................................................................................................................................4 Eye Safety Warnings .....................................................................................................................6 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 7 Package Overview ........................................................................................................................8 Product Overview .........................................................................................................................9 Main Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................................9 Control Panel ................................................................................................................................................................................10 Rear View ......................................................................................................................................................................................11 Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................................................12 Installation........................................................................................................................ 13 Connecting the Projector............................................................................................................13 Powering On / Off the Projector ..............................................................................................15 Adjusting the Projected Image ..................................................................................................17 Adjusting the Projector's Height ...............................................................................................................................................17 Adjusting the Zoom / Focus (Zoom Series) ............................................................................................................................18 Adjusting Projection Image Size................................................................................................................................................18 Adjusting the Focus (Fixed Zoom Series) ...............................................................................................................................19 Adjusting Projection Image Size................................................................................................................................................19 Powering On the Projector .........................................................................................................................................................15 Powering Off the Projector .........................................................................................................................................................16 Warning Indicator........................................................................................................................................................................16 Connect to Computer / Notebook ............................................................................................................................................13 Connect to Video Sources ...........................................................................................................................................................14 User Controls ................................................................................................................... 20 Control Panel & Remote Control ..............................................................................................20 On-screen Display Menus..........................................................................................................23 Image ............................................................................................................................................25 Display ..........................................................................................................................................30 Setup .............................................................................................................................................32 Options .........................................................................................................................................40 How to operate.............................................................................................................................................................................23 Menu Tree .....................................................................................................................................................................................24 Appendices ...................................................................................................................... 45 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................45 Image Problems............................................................................................................................................................................45 Intermission Problems ................................................................................................................................................................47 Projector Status Indication..........................................................................................................................................................48 Remote Control Problems ..........................................................................................................................................................49 Audio Problems ...........................................................................................................................................................................49 Replacing the Lamp .....................................................................................................................................................................50 Cleaning the Projector ................................................................................................................52 Compatibility Modes ..................................................................................................................53 RS232 Commands .......................................................................................................................55 RS232 Protocol Function List.....................................................................................................56 Ceiling Installation ......................................................................................................................59 Optoma Global Offices ...............................................................................................................60 Regulation & Safety notices .......................................................................................................62 Operation conditions ..................................................................................................................63 English Usage Notice Safety Information The lightning flash with arrow head within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of import operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE PROJECTOR TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. Class B emissions limits This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Important Safety Instruction 1. Read these instructions ­before using this projector. 2. Keep these instructions ­for future reference. 3. Follow all instructions. 4. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions : A. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to protect it from overheating, put the projector in a position and location that will not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, do not place the projector on a bed, sofa, carpet, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. Do not put it in an enclosure, such as a bookcase or a cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings. B. Do not use this projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or moisture. C. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heaters, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 5. Clean only with a dry cloth. 6. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 7. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way, such as: r Power supply cord or plug is damaged. r Liquids have spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus. r The projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. English Usage Notice Do not attempt to service this projector yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Optoma to be referred to an authorized service center near you. 8. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. 9. See projector enclosure for safety related markings. 10. The projector should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. English Precautions Please follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user's guide. Warning - Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may damage your eyes. Warning - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this projector to rain or moisture. Warning - Please do not open or disassemble the projector as this may cause electric shock. Warning - When replacing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all replacement instructions. See page 50. v When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under "Replacing the Lamp" section on pages 50 - 51. Warning - This projector will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages. Warning - Use the "Lamp Reset" function from the on-screen display "Options|Lamp Settings" menu after replacing the lamp module (see page 44). Warning - When switching the projector off, please ensure the cooling cycle has been completed before disconnecting the power. Allow 90 seconds for the projector to cool down. Warning - Do not use the lens cap when projector is in operation. Warning - When the lamp is approaching the end of its life, the message "Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life" displays on the screen. Please contact your local reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon as possible. Warning - To reduce the risk of injury to the eyes, do not look directly into the laser beam on the remote control and do not point the laser beam into anyone's eyes. This remote control is equipped with a Class II laser that emits radiation. English Usage Notice Do: v Turn off the product before cleaning. v Use a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent to clean the display housing. v Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if the product is not being used for a long period of time. Don't: v Do ...