HP mp2220 Series Digital Projector User’s Guide
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Contents 1 Setting Up Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 What’s in the box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Identifying common features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Projector at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the on-screen menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing settings using the on-screen menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quick choice menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Input menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Picture menu . . . . . . . . . .
1 Setting Up Safety precautions WARNING! Read and observe these precautions and all others in this manual to reduce the risk of injury and equipment damage. • Do not look directly into the lens when the lamp is on. • Do not expose the projector to rain or moisture, and do not use it near water. • Keep paper, plastic, and combustible material at least 0.5 m (2 ft) away from the projector lens and exhaust vents. • Do not allow liquid, food, or small objects to get inside the projector.
What’s in the box? Before setting up your projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items. If the shipping box does not contain any of the following items, contact HP. TIP: After you open the box and remove the contents, save the box in case you must ship the projector. Identifying the contents of the box 6 Item Function 1 Projector Displays images. 2 Carrying case and cable bag Protects the projector and cables during transport. 3 Remote control Controls projector.
Identifying the contents of the box (continued) Item Function 5 USB cable Connects projector USB output to a computer. 6 VGA cable Connects computer video output to the projector. 7 Quick Setup Guide Provides instructions to help get started. 8 Literature package Contains documentation for the setup and use of the projector, plus support and warranty information.
Identifying common features Projector at a glance Identifying major components 8 Item Function 1 Button panel Contains control buttons and indicator lights. 2 Zoom ring Enlarges picture size from 100% to 115%. 3 Focus ring Focuses at distance of 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft). 4 Infrared port Receives signals from the remote control. 5 Lens Projects the image. 6 Height adjustment button Adjusts the height of the picture. 7 Lens cover Protects the lens.
Projector buttons and lights Identifying the projector buttons and lights Item Function 1 Power button Turns the projector on or off. 2 Page-up and Page-down buttons Scroll up and down through pages on a connected computer. 3 Lamp warning light Warns if the lamp is bad. 4 Temperature warning light Warns if the projector is too hot. 5 Source button Displays picture from the next input port. 6 Menu buttons Change settings using the on-screen menu.
Back panel Identifying back panel components 12 10 Item Function 1 Audio-in port Connect stereo audio source using a stereo mini-phone plug. 2 USB port Connects to computer and controls the mouse. 3 S-video input port Connects S-video source. 4 Composite-video input port Connects composite-video source. 5 VGA port Connects video input from computer or component-video source. 6 Infrared port Receives signals from the remote control.
Remote control TIP: Before using the remote control, remove the battery protector by pulling the plastic tab until it comes out of the remote control. Identifying components of the remote control Item Function 1 Hide button Blanks the picture. 2 Mouse pad Moves the mouse pointer on a connected computer. Requires USB cable. 3 Power button Turns the projector on or off. 4 Left-click and right-click mouse buttons Perform left-click and right-click mouse functions on a connected computer.
Identifying components of the remote control (continued) Item Function 6 Auto sync button Resynchronizes the projector to the input signal from a computer. 7 Picture mode button Selects the next picture and color combination— can be customized. 8 Menu buttons Change settings using the on-screen menu. 9 Source button Displays picture from the next input port. Accessories Get more from your presentations with HP projector accessories. You can purchase accessories at http://www.hp.
Setting up the projector Positioning the projector The following tables show you where to position the projector in relation to the screen. TIP: For best picture quality, place the projector 1.
Image size relative to distance from the screen Image size (diagonal) Image size (width) Distance (lens to screen) (inches) (meters) (inches) (meters) (feet, inches) (meters) 40 1.0 32 0.8 5' 4" to 6' 2" 1.6 to 1.9 60 1.5 48 1.2 8' 0" to 9' 2" 2.4 to 2.8 80 2.0 64 1.6 10' 8" to 12' 3" 3.3 to 3.7 100 2.5 80 2.0 13' 4" to 15' 4" 4.1 to 4.7 120 3.0 96 2.4 16' 0" to 18' 5" 4.9 to 5.6 150 3.8 120 3.0 20' 0" to 23' 0" 6.1 to 7.0 180 4.6 144 3.7 24' 0" to 27' 7" 7.
Connecting power 1. Place the projector on a stable platform located 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft) in front of the screen. Ideally, the platform should be lower than the bottom of the screen. 2. Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the projector grounded electrical outlet 2. 1 and the other end to a If you want to permanently install the projector on a table or behind the screen, see “Installing the projector” on page 47.
Connecting a computer Requires: • VGA cable 1 • USB cable 2 (optional, provides mouse and page up/down control) • Audio cable, mini-phone 3 (optional, provides sound on projector speaker) The optional USB connection allows you to use the mouse and page up/down features on the remote control. See “Showing a computer screen” on page 29. TIP: If the computer display does not appear on the projector, you might have to press a combination of keys on the computer to turn on the computer’s VGA output.
Connecting a handheld organizer Not all handhelds come with VGA-out ports. For example, an iPAQ Pocket PC may require a VGA-out PC Card with 15-pin connector. If necessary, install a VGA-out accessory card into the organizer.
Connecting a video source Many video devices have more than one type of output port—see the list below. When you connect the device to the projector, choose the connection that provides the best picture quality. This list shows video connections in order with highest picture quality at the top: Highest quality Component-video S-video Composite-video Standard quality Most video and audio cables shown in the following sections are available from HP.
Connecting a component-video source Examples: Cable boxes, DVD players, satellite receivers, and audio-video receivers Requires: • Component-to-VGA cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone to RCA 2 (optional, provides sound on projector speaker) TIP: Many DVD players and other high-quality video devices provide component video output. The three RCA connectors might be labeled YPbPr or YCbCr. If possible, configure the video source to use progressive scan output, such as 480p, 575p, or 720p.
Connecting an S-video source Examples: DVD players, VCRs, cable boxes, camcorders, and video gaming devices Requires: • S-video cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone to RCA 20 Setting Up 2 (optional, provides sound on projector speaker)
Connecting a composite-video source Examples: VCRs, DVD players, audio-video receivers, and video gaming devices Requires: • Composite-video cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone to RCA 2 (optional, provides sound on projector speaker) Setting up the projector 21
Turning the projector on and off Removing the lens cover • Pull the lens cover off the lens.
Turning the projector on 1. Be sure the power cord is connected and the lens cover is removed. 2. Press the power button on the projector or on the remote control. The projector takes a minute or so to warm up. The power button blinks during warm-up. TIP: If the picture does not appear on the screen, try the following: • If you are using a computer, press the key combination that turns on its video output. For example, press FN+F4 or FN+F5 on some computers.
Turning the projector off 1. Press the power button on the projector or remote control to turn off the projector. Do not hold the button down. The power button blinks during the cool-down period, then the projector turns off. Even though the projector is off, it uses a small amount of power internally. 2. If you want, disconnect video and audio equipment from the projector during the cooldown period or after the power button stops blinking.
Making basic adjustments This section provides instructions for making basic adjustments to the projector. Aiming the projector • To raise or lower the projected picture on the screen, push in the height adjustment button 1 and raise or lower the front of the projector 2. Release the button to lock the adjustment. • To level the picture on the screen, turn the adjustable foot 3 to lengthen or shorten the foot. When you tilt the projector up or down, the sides of the picture might become slanted.
Adjusting the focus and zoom 1. Rotate the zoom ring to adjust the picture size from 100 to 115%. 2. Rotate the focus ring until the image becomes clear. The projector can be focused at distances of 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft). If the picture does not fit the screen, you might have to move the projector closer to or farther away from the screen.
Using the remote control To do this... Press this... Hide or unhide the picture hide button Move mouse pointer on computer Mouse pad 2 at the edge in the direction you want the pointer to move. This feature requires a USB connection between the projector and computer. Turn the projector on or off Power button Click mouse button on computer Left-click or right-click button 4. This feature requires a USB connection between the projector and computer.
To do this... Press this... Change picture settings for different type of input signal Picture mode button Change settings using on-screen menu enter and navigation buttons 8. See “Using the on-screen menu” on page 36. Exit from any on-screen menu or adjustment Exit Switch to next input source source button 9 one or more times. button 7 one or more times. 8. TIP: From within the distance of 9 m (30 ft), aim the remote control at the screen or at the front or back of the projector.
2 Showing Presentations Showing a computer screen 1. Be sure the computer is connected to the projector and turned on. See “Connecting a computer” on page 16. 2. Be sure the projector is set up, turned on, and adjusted. See “Making basic adjustments” on page 25. 3. If a different input source is shown on the projector, press the source button on the projector or remote control one or more times to select the VGA port. 4.
Showing Presentations
3 Adjusting the Projector Adjusting the picture and sound Choosing the best picture mode You can quickly choose a different picture mode to make adjustments to the picture. Picture modes can control properties such as color and size. They let you easily choose the best settings for ambient lighting and the type of video content (see “Adjusting the picture and sound” on page 31). S Press the picture mode best picture.
Adjusting the shape of the picture Depending on the type of video source you are viewing, the picture might or might not always look correct or fit on the screen: • If the active video device sends widescreen output to the projector, press enter, go to Input, and set Widescreen input to Yes. See 1 in the following diagram. • If the video device sends standard output, set Widescreen input to No. TIP: If you show widescreen pictures on a wide projection screen, a standard picture might not fit on the screen.
Adjusting a slanted picture If the projector is tilted up or down, the sides of the picture on the screen might slant in or out, even though the top and bottom are level. The automatic keystone adjustment corrects this problem—or you can change this adjustment manually. 1. Press enter, go to Quick choice > Keystone, and press enter. 2. Press left Press up or right or down until the sides of the picture are not slanted. to turn the automatic adjustment on or off.
Adjusting the picture for best color You can fine tune the picture settings on your projector to get the best color and image quality according to your preferences. You should perform these steps for each input source device and each input port that you use. Do them in the order shown. For some input ports, some of these settings may not be available. 1. Press the picture mode source. button and select the picture mode you want to use for the current 2. Press enter and go to the Picture menu. 3.
Adjusting the volume You can control the volume of the projector’s speaker: • To change the volume of the projector’s speaker, press enter, go to Quick choice > Volume, and change the setting. • To turn the sound on or off temporarily, press enter, go to Quick choice > Mute, and mute the sound. Adjusting the projector setup 1. Press enter, and go to Setup. 2. Set the setup adjustments as needed. From the Setup menu, you can select settings, such as menu language, power usage, and menu timeout.
Using the on-screen menu Changing settings using the on-screen menu You can change the on-screen menu settings with the buttons on either the projector or the remote control. 1. Press enter on the projector or remote control. This displays the on-screen menu. 2. Press up or down that menu. to highlight the desired menu icon, then press right 3. Press up setting. or down to highlight a setting, then press enter to begin adjusting the 4.
Quick choice menu Quick choice menu Keystone Corrects the slanted sides of the picture. This compensates for a projector that is too high or low relative to the screen. Auto keystone Sets whether slanted edges of the picture are automatically corrected. Reset keystone Resets the keystone correction to zero (no correction). Source Displays the picture from the next input port.
Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input ports are in use. Unavailable adjustments are shown in gray in the on-screen menu. Picture menu Color settings... Adjusts the picture and colors. Brightness Brightens or darkens the picture. Contrast Sets the difference between light and dark areas. Sharpness Sharpens or softens the picture. Color saturation Adjusts the intensity of colors. Tint Shifts colors toward red or green.
Picture menu (continued) Aspect ratio Selects how the picture fits on the screen: • Best fit automatically fits the picture without stretching it. • 1-to-1 shows each picture dot as one projected dot. • Reduced fits a standard-shape picture onto a widescreen projection screen. • Fill stretches the picture to fill the screen. Reset this picture mode Restores the current picture mode to its default settings. Setup menu Setup menu Language Selects the language used by the on-screen menu.
Adjusting the Projector
4 Maintaining the Projector Performing routine maintenance Getting the projector status To get the projector status: S Press the enter button on the projector or remote control and go to Help. This screen shows information and status for the projector. Cleaning the projector and lens You can clean the projector housing using a soft, dry cloth. You can clean the front lens of the projector using the following recommendations. You cannot clean any of the internal surfaces.
Replacing the lamp module As the projector operates over time, the brightness of the projector lamp gradually decreases and the lamp becomes more susceptible to breakage. You can install a new lamp at any time to bring the projector up to factory-fresh brightness. We recommend replacing the lamp if a warning message is displayed. WARNING! Replacing the lamp module requires special consideration: • To reduce the risk of injury, be careful when removing the lamp module as broken glass might be present.
5. Loosen the two screws 2 on the lamp module, and pull out the module 3. 6. Insert the new lamp module into the projector and tighten the two screws. 7. Install the cover and tighten the two screws. 8. Turn on the projector. If the lamp does not turn on after the warm-up period, try reinstalling the lamp. 9. Press enter, go to Setup > Reset lamp hours, and press enter.
Replacing the battery in the remote control 1. Use a ballpoint pen to hold the battery latch toward the center, then pull out the battery holder 1. 2. Insert the new battery 3. Push the holder 2 in the holder. 3 into the remote control. When discarding old batteries, contact your local waste-disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries.
Upgrading the projector Updating the firmware HP might periodically release updated versions of the projector firmware to enhance the projector performance. The projector firmware version is shown in the on-screen menu at Help. USB method 1. On a computer with a USB port, go to www.hp.com/support, select your region, select the software download option, and type your projector model number in the product box. 2. Download the latest file intended for a USB upgrade. 3.
Maintaining the Projector
5 Installing Permanently Installing the projector Choosing cables If you are permanently installing the projector or using it with long cables, consider the following suggestions when planning the installation: • Use high-quality cables. Use only video cables that are made with 75-ohm coaxial cable and connectors. For high-resolution video, use low-loss video cables. For standard audio, use audio cables that are shielded. For digital audio, use 75-ohm coaxial cables.
Installing for rear projection 1. Place the projector 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft) behind a translucent screen that is designed for rear projection. See “Setting up the projector” on page 13 for more instructions. 2. Press enter,, go to Setup > Picture orientation. Then select Rear Normal. Locking the projector The projector includes a built in slot to secure the projector with a cable and lock (such as the Kensington MicroSaver lock system, available at many computer stores). 1.
6 Fixing Problems Troubleshooting suggestions If you have a problem with your projector, check the following statement that most closely matches the nature of the problem, then look in that section of this chapter: • “Warning light problems” on page 49 • “Start-up problems” on page 50 • “Picture problems” on page 50 • “Sound problems” on page 53 • “Interruption problems” on page 53 • “Remote control problems” on page 53 TIP: If these suggestions do not solve your problem, go to http://www.hp.
If the red lamp light is flickering quickly: • Check that the cover over the lamp is correctly installed and fully attached. Start-up problems If no lights or sounds turn on: • Be sure that the power cable is securely connected to the projector and the other end is plugged into an outlet with power. • Press the power button again. • Unplug the power cord for 15 seconds, then plug it in and press the power button again.
If an upside-down or reversed image is displayed: • The projector has been set to the wrong position setting. Press enter, go to Setup > Picture orientation, and select the correct setting. If the image is too small or too large: • Adjust the zoom ring on top of the projector. • Move the projector closer to or farther from the screen. • On the projector or remote control, press the picture mode button one or more times to see if one of the picture modes makes the image the correct size.
If the projected colors seem completely wrong: • Be sure the pins on the cable connectors are not bent or broken. • Press enter, go to Picture > Color settings > Color space. Try the different settings. • Press enter, go to Help > Diagnostics, and run the color test. • Press enter, go to Picture > Color settings > Reset color settings, and press enter. • Press enter, go to Setup > Reset all settings, and press enter.
Sound problems If no sound is coming out of the projector: • Be sure you have an audio cable securely connected between the projector and the source device. • Press enter, go to Quick choice, and check that Mute is turned off and Volume is correct. • Press enter, go to Help > Diagnostics, and run the sound test. • Be sure that the mute and volume settings are correct on the source device, such as a VCR, camcorder, or computer.
Testing the projector Running the projector diagnostics The on-screen menu contains diagnostic tests you can use to verify the proper operation of the projector and the remote control. 1. Press enter and go to Help > Diagnostics. 2. Select a test and press enter. 3. Follow the displayed instructions.
7 Reference This chapter lists the specifications, safety information, and regulatory information for the projector. Specifications Because HP continually improves its products, the following specifications are subject to change. For the latest specifications, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com. Projector Specifications Size 208.2 x 168.5 x 63.5 mm (8.2 × 6.6 × 2.5 in.) Weight 1.1 kg (2.
Projector Specifications (continued) Optics 1.5 to 10 m (5 to 33 ft) focus range 1.15:1 optical zoom 2.0 to 2.3 throw ratio (distance/width) 115% offset (130% relative to half-height) Light engine 0.7-in.
Video mode compatibility Compatibility Resolution Refresh rates (Hz) 640 × 350 70, 85 640 × 400 85 640 × 480 60, 66.66, 66.68, 72, 75, 85 720 × 400 70, 85 800 × 600 56, 60, 72, 75, 85 832 × 624 74.55 1024 × 768 60, 70, 75, 85 1152 × 870 75, 75.
Safety information LED safety The infrared ports located on the digital projector and remote control are classified as Class 1 LED devices according to International Standard IEC 825-1 (EN60825-1). This device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center. • Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the unit. • Avoid direct eye exposure to the infrared LED beam.
Regulatory information This section presents information that shows how your digital projector complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your digital projector not expressly approved by HP could void the authority to operate the digital projector in these regions. U.S.A. This digital projector has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Japan Korea International For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a regulatory model number. The regulatory model number for your product is listed in the declaration of conformity. This regulatory number is different from the marketing name and product number.
Declaration of conformity Manufacturer's name: Manufacturer's address: According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Hewlett Packard Company Hewlett Packard Company Digital Projection & Imaging 1000 NE Circle Blvd.
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Index A accessories 12 adjusting color 34 picture 31 setup 35 shape of picture 32 slanted picture 33 sound 31 aiming projector 25 analog video mode compatibility 57 audio adjusting 31 ports 10 troubleshooting 53 B buttons location 9 opening menu 36 C cables choosing 47 connections 18 choosing cables 47 cleaning 5, 41 component-video connecting source 19 port 10 composite-video connecting source 21 port 10 computer screen, showing 29 computer, connecting 16 connecting component-video source 19 composite-v
S V safety information 5, 58 SCART 18 screen positioning 14 security locking cable 48 selecting video source 29 setting up 13 shape, adjusting 32 showing picture 29 showing presentations 29 slanted picture, adjusting 33 specifications 55 S-video connecting source 20 port 10 VGA connecting source 16, 17 port 10 video mode compatibility 57 video source, selecting 29 T Z table installation 13, 47 troubleshooting audio 53 interruptions 53 picture 50 remote control 53 start-up 50 warning lights 49 turning
