Data Projector User Manual English IMPORTANT Digital Light Processing, DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are all trademarks of Texas Instruments. Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows 3.1 are registered trademarks in the United States and other countries of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh and MAC are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Data Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED MITSUBISHI SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.
Table of contents Cleaning IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................................... 2 • Disconnect the power cable (mains lead) from the unit. • Clean the cabinet of the unit periodically with a damp cloth. If heavily soiled, use a mild detergent. Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinner. • Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, and be careful not to scratch or mar the lens.
Checking the supplied accessories Basic information and preparations Features Congratulations On Your Purchase Of The XD20A Data Projector Make sure your box contains everything listed below. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. Please save the original box and packing materials in case you ever need to ship the unit. The number of accessories is indicated in brackets. The XD20A is one of the most spectacular data projectors available today.
Preparing the remote control Inserting the batteries When using the remote control as computer mouse 1 Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. USB mouse cable (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1] [for IBM / Macintosh] No. 770707000 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (size AAA). Ensure that the polarities (+ and –) of the batteries are aligned correctly. PS/2 mouse cable (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1] [for IBM PS/2] No. 770706000 3 Slide the cover back until it snaps into place. Soft pouch [1] No.
Parts and controls For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.
Rear and side panel view Ventilation slots [3] CE UR W PO PO W ER ER SO ST AT US AU TO Remote sensor [5] Built-in security slot [see below] AC IN terminal [14] O VIDE O S VIDE r / YCbC RGB O AUDI SE MOU Rear adjuster [15] Ventilation slots [3] Adjustment foot [15] Terminal Panel AUDIO jack [10, 11, 12] AUDIO MOUSE RGB/YCbCr connector [11, 12] RGB / YCbCr MOUSE connector [17] S-VIDEO VIDEO jack [10] VIDEO S-VIDEO jack [10] Built-in Security Slot E–7 This security slot supports the
Parts and controls (continued) Wireless Remote Control ENTER button [17, 25] Infrared transmitter [5] LED The red LED lights during infrared sending.
I n s t a l l a t i o n The distance from the unit lens to the screen determines to the size of the projected image, therefore, you need to consider the place where you set up the unit and screen before making connections. You also need to consider the screen size and height of the unit and screen as other important factors. Tip A non-glossy wall may be used as a substitute for a screen. WARNING • Carrying the unit Always carry the unit in the carrying case.
C o n n e c t i o n s Connecting video equipment You can connect up to two pieces of video equipment to the unit following the illustrations below. • You can switch the input source (picture) to VIDEO or S-VIDEO when you connect two pieces of equipment. (The S-VIDEO connection provides more vivid color and higher resolution compared to the VIDEO connection.) • You can output the sound of only one component through the unit speaker even when two components are connected.
Connecting Video Equipment With Component Video Signal (YCbCr) Output • Video equipment with component video signal (YCbCr) output can be connected to this projector by setting the RGB/YCbCr connector to YCbCr (see page 27) from the menu.
Connecting a PC or Macintosh This projector can be used as a display for numerous applications by connecting the analog RGB output connector of a PC to the RGB/YCbCr jack of this projector and setting the RGB/YCbCr connector to RGB (see page 27). • Either read the instruction manual or contact the manufacturer concerning the method used to set your PC. ● IBM PC/AT compatible ● Macintosh mini D-sub 15-pin monitor output connector.
Changing the computer’s video resolutions Notebook computers and resolution standards Depending on your computer's graphics capability, you may be able to select one of several resolutions. Generally a computereither a PC or Macintosh- with 1 MB VRAM will generally run: The unit is designed to project industry standardized video such as VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) or XGA (eXtended Graphics Array). Notebook computers do not use industry standards.
O p e r a t i o n Using the unit Before Using Open the sliding lens cap. 3 Turn on the connected source (computer, VCR, DVD player, etc.). If you use a video component, start playback for screen/image adjustment. 4 1 Connect the power cord. The POWER indicator will light amber, the exhaust fan will operate at slow speed and the standby status will be activated. Select the input by pressing either the VIDEO or RGB button of the remote control, or the SOURCE button of this device (refer to page 16).
The top and bottom of the projected image is corrected, as shown below. If a menu is being displayed, distortion of the menu will not be corrected. Adjuster Adjustment There are two adjusters: one on the right side of the back panel and another in the front center of the main unit. To raise the projection position: 1Use right hands to lift the front of the main unit to approximately the desired adjustment angle. 2Press the adjuster button on the front.
Using the Remote Control (Input Selection) Using the unit ( c o n t i n u e d ) 9 Adjust the picture elements (see page 22), then select the picture type according to the video content (see page 26). MOUSE 10 POWER MENU Start using the unit.
Using the M o u s e Remote Control as the PC The remote control of this projector can be used as the PC mouse (wireless mouse function) by connecting the MOUSE connector of this projector and the PC. Remote control mouse functions • When the MOUSE button on the remote control is pressed, the button is lit in red. This red light shows that the cursor key on the remote control operates the computer mouse function. When the MOUSE button is pressed again, the button's light goes off.
Various functions while using the unit The following operations can be performed by opening the FLIP COVER of the remote control. FREEZE button AUTO button AUTO ZOOM FREEZE MUTE MUTE button KEYSTONE VOLUME VOLUME +/– button ZOOM +/– button KEYSTONE +/– button Automatic Screen Adjustment Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the volume of the unit's speaker. Press the AUTO button. Press VOLUME + to increase the volume or – to decrease.
To move to the desired portion of the enlarged picture Press the desired portion of the cursor key. Cursor key MOUSE POWER MENU ZOOM +/– button VIDEO The available directions are indicated by the four large triangle marks on the cursor key. The picture will move in the direction of the mark you are pressing. RGB CANCEL The ZOOM +/- buttons are used for the digital zoom function which allows you to enlarge a portion of the image.
M e n u o p e r a t i o n Menu Structure The numerals in parentheses ( The normal menu will be displayed when the MENU button is pressed with the remote control FLIP COVER closed. MENU button MOUSE Normal menu For VIDEO, S-VIDEO and component video (YCbCr) input (22) (22) (22) (22) (22) POWER MENU VIDEO ) are reference page numbers. RGB CANCEL (25) (25) Advanced menu The advanced menu will be displayed when the MENU button is pressed with the remote control FLIP COVER open.
Normal menu RGB input (22) (22) (24) (24) (24) (25) (25) Advanced menu • The Advanced menu cannot be used unless the FLIP COVER of the supplied remote control is open.
Adjusting the picture elements The picture elements such as brightness, contrast, white balance, and so on can be adjusted individually for each input source. The adjustable items vary depending on the input source. (The elements marked with “ Input source BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR TINT SHARPNESS VIDEO/S-VIDEO ” are adjustable.) CONPONENT VIDEO RGB – – – – – The elements marked with " " are adjustable. The element marked with " " is adjustable for NTSC and NTSC4.43 only.
Adjusting the the computer projected image from The unit selects the most suitable resolutions as shown in the “Timing Chart” below according to the incoming signals from the RGB/YCbCr connector. However, you may need manual adjustment depending on the computer. If you have any vertical banding, noise, dot interference, or crosstalk on the projected picture, adjust the clock frequency with “PICTURE ADJ” then the clock phase with “FINE PICTURE” (see page 24).
Manual Adjustment Computer Images Adjusting Clock Frequency and Phase 1 2 3 4 of Personal Adjusting the position of the image If the image is offset up, down, left or right, adjust the vertical and horizontal position. Select RGB as the input (page 16). Press the MENU button to display the main menu and then press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select the “IMAGE”. Press the cursor “PICTURE ADJ”. / keys to select the Press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys and adjust the image width in relation to the screen.
Resetting the Lamp Hours of Usage R e s e t t i n g Resetting Resetting the time the hours of lamp usage All items can be reset to the standard settings except as follows. • Lamp usage time • KEYSTONE adjustment values (including the KEYSTONE setting value: page 28). • SOURCE CHANGE 1 2 3 When the lamp is replaced (page 33), it is necessary to set the lamp hours of usage from the menu.
Setting M e n u ) Narrow Images Set the colors as desired in accordance with the image contents. Setting the Cinema Mode This is the setting for enjoying video in a dark or light room. This feature emphasizes the White which is available on Video and S-Video input. Subtle color settings are possible, as desired. Setting is possible for each input. 1 2 3 4 Select the image to be input (page 16).
Setting in Accordance With Image Contents Setting the RGB/YCbCr connector Setting the Display Frame The RGB/YCbCr connector can be switched and used as the component video signal (YCbCr) input connector. The display frame can be set individually for each input. 1 2 3 1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote control open, press the MENU button to display the Advanced menu, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “COLOR”. Use the cursor / “SOURCE CHANGE”.
Setting in Accordance With Image Contents (continued) Initial Settings Setting Keystone Audio Muting This is used to set the height for keystone adjustment. Audio only can be muted for each input. This function is convenient when multiple video units are connected to this projector. 1 2 3 With the FLIP COVER of the remote control open, press the MENU button to display the Advanced menu, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “VIEW”. Display the frame, then use the cursor keys to select “KEYSTONE”.
Auto Source Settings Using the Power Saving Function Automatically Searching The Input Signal When there is no signal input for a period of 5 min. or more, the power is automatically turned off and standby status is activated. 1 2 With the FLIP COVER of the remote control open, press the MENU button to display the Advanced menu, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “SETUP”. 1 Use the cursor / keys to select “AUTO SOURCE”, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set ON or OFF.
Setting the Menu Selecting a Menu Language Menu Viewing Settings Any one of eight different languages can be selected for menu displays. The menu viewing method can be set with this function. 1 2 3 1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote control open, press the MENU button to display the Advanced menu, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “OPTION”. When OPTION menu is displayed, use the cursor / keys to select “LANGUAGE”, then press the ENTER button.
O t h e r s T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Please check the following before requesting repairs. Symptom Procedure The power will not turn on. • Is the power plug connected to the power outlet? • Is the lamp cover correctly installed? • Is the internal temperature too high? A protective feature prevents the power turning on when the internal temperature is too high. • Has the lamp usage time exceeded 1100 hours? The power will not turn on when 1100 hours have elapsed.
When the STATUS indicator lights or flashes STATUS indicator POWER STATUS POWER SOURCE AUTO Status Light Messages Condition Status OFF Normal On Continually The lamp usage has exceeded 1000 hours of operation and should be replaced. Flashing Very Rapidly (On and off in a cycle of 1 sec.) • The lamp cover is not correctly attached. Replace it correctly. Flashing Rapidly (On and off in a cycle of 4 sec.) • The temperature protector has been triggered.
Replacing the lamp The rated lamp life is about 1,000 hours. The rated lamp life is the average life of the lamps produced and tested (under the test conditions of our company) for a long term, however, it may become shorter depending on the conditions of usage. After the lamp has been operating for 1000 hours or longer, the STATUS indicator on the control panel will light and the “LAMP USAGE” icon which shows hours of total lamp usage will be displayed on the screen.
S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Optical DMDTM Single Chip Digital Micro Device (DMDTM) 1024⳯768 dots High Performance Compact Lamp See below. See below. See below. 1000 ANSI lumens (normally white) 650 : 1 Lamp Lens Image Size Projection Distance Light Output Contrast Ratio Electrical Inputs Color Reproduction Resolution Power Requirement Power Consumption Input Current Video (NTSC / PAL / PAL_M / PAL_N / PAL60 / SECAM / NTSC4.43) RGB (H:15 to 91 kHz, V: 50 to 85 Hz) Full color, 16.
Dimensions 230 mm/9.0″ POWER SOURCE AUTO STATUS 177 mm/7.0″ POWER OPEN 27 mm/ 1.1″ 48 mm/ 1.9″ 11 mm/ 0.