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Copyright © 2001 by BOXLIGHT Poulsbo, Washington. All rights reserved.
FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer:BOXLIGHT 19332 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, Washington, USA We declare under our sole responsibility that the Studio Experience Cinema 12SF projector conforms to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 + A4: 1997 November, 2001 Trademarks Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions iii Introduction Image Resolution Compatibility Unpacking the Projector Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance Warranty 1 1 1 1 4 4 4 Setting up the Projector Connecting the Enhanced Connectivity Module Connecting a Video Device Displaying a TV signal Displaying a DVD or VHS tape Projecting HDTV Projecting a video game Connecting a camcorder Connecting a Computer Displaying your Computer Source Turning Off the Projector 5 7 9 11 15 19 21 21 23 24 26 Using the Pr
T ii a b l e o f C o n t e n t s Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cleaning the Lens Replacing the Projection Lamp Cleaning the Projection Lamp Filter Screens Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control Troubleshooting 49 49 49 52 53 54 Appendix Specifications Accessories Audio/video inputs on the Enhanced Connectivity Module Projected Image Size 61 61 62 63 64 Index 67
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please save all safety instructions. Safety Definitions: • Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury.
S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s • Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser- vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See below for the technical support contact information. • Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings. Use of an unautho- rized ceiling mount may lead to ventilation blockage and/or personal injury. • Caution: Don’t subject projector to prolonged exposure to smoke. • Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector.
INTRODUCTION The Studio Experience® Cinema 12SF™ multimedia projector is specifically designed for home theater applications. It generates crisp, clear images using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology and Faroudja™ video processing. It is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain. Image Resolution The projector has a Dual Mode DMD that provides two resolutions: 848x480 for 16:9 format and 800x600 for 4:3 format (see page 9 for more information on video formats).
I n t r o d u c t i o n If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. 1 2 key sto ne bac k vid eo dat a for wa rd me nu/ sel ect 3 5 6 4 8 7 9 FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents 2 1. Projector + lens cap 6. Enhanced Connectivity module 2. Soft carry case 7. Computer cable 3.
zoom ring focus ring power cord connector height adjustment button FIGURE 2 Front view of projector keypad connector panel FIGURE 3 Back view of projector FIGURE 4 Back view of projector with Enhanced Connectivity Module attached 3
I n t r o d u c t i o n Usage Guidelines • Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes. • Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on. • Handle the projector as you would any product with glass components. Be especially careful not to drop it.
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR There are a number a factors to consider when determining where to set up the projector, including the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guidelines. 1 Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r The image exits the projector at a given angle. This image offset is 125.5% when the projector is in 16:9 mode (the default mode). This means that if you have an image 10’ high, the bottom of the image will be 2.55’ above the center of the lens. The value is 113.7% for 4:3 mode. 10’ high image bottom of image 2.
Connecting the Enhanced Connectivity Module The connector panel on the back of the projector looks like this: NOTE: Before you continue, Audio in computer S-video composite video make sure the projector is unplugged and your equipment is turned off. FIGURE 7 Connector panel The projector ships with an enhanced connectivity module.
S e t t i n g u NOTE: If you have turned Auto Source off (page 45), you may need to press the source button more than once to display an p t h e P r o j e c t o r The module connects to the projector via the projector’s computer connector. Slide the tabs in the module into the grooves on the back of the projector, then press the computer connector into the projector.
Connecting a Video Device You can connect VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video games, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. There is an audio input. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the 3-watt onboard speaker, or you can connect it to your stereo’s receiver to get sound from your own speakers. Before connecting your projector, you should decide which screen aspect you want to project.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r Basically, any device that can change channels is considered a tuner. The next step is to figure out what type of connectors/output the equipment you want to connect has. If there is more than one output, select the highest quality one. Component video has the best quality, followed by S-video, then composite video.
Displaying a TV signal Determine the cables you’ll need (refer to the table on page 10 if necessary). This depends on what type of output is coming from the tuner (remember, you cannot directly connect the coaxial cable that enters your house from a cable or satellite company, the signal must pass through a tuner first.) Also, determine if you want the sound to come out of the projector or out of your own audio system.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r S-video cable A/V cable FIGURE 13 Connecting the projector to a TV tuner using the S-video cable and the A/V cable 5 Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. • The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 24 on page 30) lights green. Now you are ready to turn on the equipment and watch TV. 6 Remove the projector’s lens cap.
8 Turn on your TV tuner. • The TV image should display on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the source button on the keypad or the video button on the remote to display your TV image (press the button until “S-video” appears in the corner). You can select a default source to determine which source the projector examines first during power-up for active video; see “Default Source” on page 45. • If necessary, adjust the height of the projector. See page 28.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r If your TV tuner has composite video output: 1 Plug the A/V cable’s round yellow connector into the composite “video-out” connector on your tuner (Figure 14). This connector may be labeled “To Monitor.” 2 Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow composite connector (labeled video 2) on the projector.
Displaying a DVD or VHS tape Determine the cables you’ll need. This depends on what type of output is coming from the video device. Also, determine if you want the sound to come out of the projector or out of your own audio system. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the 3-watt onboard speaker, or you can connect it to your stereo’s receiver to get sound from your own speakers.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r S-video cable A/V cable FIGURE 16 Connecting the projector to a video player using the S-video cable and the A/V cable 5 Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. • The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 24 on page 30) lights green. Now you are ready to turn on the equipment and watch a DVD or tape. 6 Remove the projector’s lens cap.
8 Plug in and turn on your video device. • The video image should display on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the source button on the keypad or the video button on the remote to display your video image. You can select a default source to determine which source the projector examines first during power-up for active video; see “Default Source” on page 45. • If necessary, adjust the zoom or focus of the image by turn- ing the rings around the lens. See page 27.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r If your video device has composite video output: 1 Plug the A/V cable’s round yellow connector into the composite “video-out” connector on your video device (Figure 17). This connector may be labeled “To Monitor.” 2 Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow composite connector (labeled video 2) on the projector.
Projecting HDTV Determine the cables you’ll need (refer to the table on page 10 if necessary). This depends on what type of output is coming from the tuner (remember, you cannot directly connect the coaxial cable that enters your house from a cable or satellite company, the signal must pass through a tuner first.) Also, determine if you want the sound to come out of the projector or out of your own audio system.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r 5 Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. • The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 24 on page 30) lights green. Now you are ready to turn on the equipment and watch HDTV. 6 Remove the projector’s lens cap. 7 Turn on the lamp by pressing the green power button on the keypad or remote.
If your HDTV tuner has a DVI or component output: For DVI, connect an optional DVI cable into the connector labeled “PC 1”. For component, connect an optional component video cable into the connector labeled “video 3”. Follow the instructions in the previous section to connect and display these sources. Projecting a video game To play a game from a video machine: Connect your equipment as described in “Connecting a Video Device” on page 9.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r Turning Off the Projector If you want to turn off the projector for a short period of time, press the standby button on the keypad or remote. This blanks the screen for fifteen minutes, but keeps the projector running. (You can change the amount of time the projector stays in standby mode; see page 45 for details.) After 15 minutes, the lamp goes out. To exit standby mode, press the standby button again.
Connecting a Computer The projector ships with an analog VESA computer cable. If your computer has a digital output, you can order the optional digital M1 computer cable. Using a digital source generates the highest quality and brightest image possible. 1 Plug one end of the computer cable into the PC 2 connector on the projector. 2 Plug the other end of the computer cable into the video connector on your computer.
Displaying your Computer Source 1 Remove the lens cap. NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector. 2 Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. • The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 24 on page 30) lights green. 3 Turn on the lamp by pressing the green power button on the keypad or remote.
Uncheck any checked boxes, then click Next. Windows automatically locates the driver. If this driver has been removed, reload the driver using your Windows operating system CD. When Windows finds the driver, you are ready to install it. Click Next. Click Finish when installation is complete.
NOTE: With some computers, the order in which you power up the equipment is very important. Most computers should be turned on last, after all other peripherals have been turned on. Refer to your computer’s documentation to determine the correct order. 5 The computer image should display on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the source button on the keypad or the data button on the remote to display your computer’s image.
USING THE PROJECTOR This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote buttons and the options available from the on-screen menus. Basic Image Adjustment 1 If the image doesn’t display completely, zoom the image (page 27), adjust the height of the projector (page 28), choose a different screen aspect (page 35) or choose a different resize option (page 42). Be sure the projector lens is at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r The projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release elevator foot and button. To raise the projector: 1 Press and hold the elevator button (Figure 21). 2 Raise the projector to the height you want, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. elevator button (under finger) elevator foot FIGURE 21 Adjusting the height of the projector 3 If necessary, turn the leveling knob to adjust the angle of the projected image.
Using the Remote Control Install the 2 AAA batteries in the remote. See page 53 if you need help. Point the remote control at the projection screen or at the front or back of the projector. The range for optimum operation is about 25 feet. If you point the remote at the projection screen, the distance to the screen and back to the projector must be less than or equal to 25 feet. For best results, point the remote directly at the projector.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons While the menus are displayed, the volume, source, and standby buttons on the keypad act as menu navigation buttons. See “Using the On-Screen Menus” on page 33 for details.
Keystone + - Use this feature to adjust the image vertically and make a squarer image. 1 Press the keystone + button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the keystone - button to reduce the lower part. You can also adjust keystone from the Display menu (see page 34 for details on the menu). increasing keystone decreasing keystone FIGURE 25 Adjusting the keystone Forward/back buttons (remote only) These buttons are not used with video sources.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Zoom mode This activates the zoom feature. When you press this button, the zoom icon appears in the lower right corner of the screen. Press the zoom + button to zoom in on part of the image, press the zoom - button to zoom out. When the image is zoomed, you can use the up/down/left/right arrow buttons to display a different part of the zoomed image (pan the image). Press zoom mode again to exit the mode and return the image to normal size.
Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustments aren’t available directly from the keypad. To open the on-screen menus, press the menu/select button on the keypad or remote. (The menus automatically close after 30 seconds if no buttons are pressed.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Display Menu To access the Display menu settings, press the menu/select button to display the Main menu, press the down arrow to highlight Display, then press menu/select again to access the Display menu. FIGURE 27 Display menu Keystone This option helps to keep the image square as the angle of projection is changed. Use this feature to adjust the image vertically and make a squarer image. See page 31 for details on keystone adjustments.
1 Use the up and down arrows to highlight Contrast, press menu/select, use the arrows to adjust the contrast, then press menu/select to accept your changes. Tint The tint adjusts the red-green color balance in the projected image. 1 Use the up and down arrows to highlight Tint, press menu/select, use the arrows to adjust the tint, then press menu/select to accept your changes. NOTE: The color setting applies to video sources only. The tint setting applies to NTSC video sources only.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Audio Menu FIGURE 28 Display menu Volume You can also adjust the volume directly from the projector’s keypad. 1 Use the up and down arrows to highlight Volume, press menu/select, use the arrows to adjust the volume, then press menu/select to accept your changes. Mute This mutes the sound.
Image Menu for Video Sources To access the Image menu settings, press the menu/select button to display the Main menu, press the down arrow to highlight Image, then press menu/select again to access the Image menu. FIGURE 29 Image menu for video sources Resize Resize allows you to select from among four different re-sizing options. The goal is to show the most detail on the screen while preserving the ratio of width to height.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Table 1: Resize options for various setups If you have this source and this screen aspect 38 ! " ! to get this image
# $ Enhanced Widescreen% & ' ( ) NOTE: A source that says 16x9 image on 4:3 screen 16x9 image input / “Anamorphic” means the same as “Enhanced for widescreen”.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Standard $ & ) * + & % ) * + & % % / ) 4:3 image on 16:9 screen / / 4:3 image input FIGURE 32 4:3 input on 16:9 screen with Resize set to Standard Native +
Overscan & + + ) Zoom + $ ) Zoom% menu/select% $ % menu/select) '! $ ) $ ) 0 keystone + $ keystone - $ ) 0 / + & / +
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Image Menu for Computer Sources * % menu/select + 7 % * % menu/select * ) FIGURE 33 Image menu for computer sources Resize Resize + $ ) Enhanced Widescreen% & &
Auto Image 2 + 2 / % + $ & $ ) * + 2 +% + Auto image ) Auto image% menu/select% ) Manual Sync 2 2 + $ + ) ; 2 / $$+ / % + Auto imag
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Color Management Menu FIGURE 34 Color Management menu Degamma NOTE: Your viewing preferences may vary. Cycle through the degamma options and pick the one you like the best.
Control Menu 4 % menu/select + 7 % 4 % menu/select 4 ) FIGURE 35 Control menu Auto Source ( A % 2 + & % / ) ( A % 2 ) + % + + +
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Advanced Menu FIGURE 36 Advanced menu Rear Project ( + Rear Project % 2 & + 2 ) Rear Project% menu/select% ) Ceiling Project ( + Ceiling Project % 2 2 ) 4 5 2 % menu/select%
Reset # menu/select , ! 6 % % 4 # 5 2 % 1 % % + .
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Status Menu + ) + % 7 % menu/select) FIGURE 38 Status menu Lamp Hours Used * + ) $ ) # ) 9# 5 2 6 : ) Video Sta
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING E E 2 E 2 E E 2 Cleaning the Lens - 2 1 1 + & % + ) E 1& ! & % = + + ) E 1 & % &
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g 3 * & 2 % / ,- .) / 2 ) 6 ) WARNING: Be extremely careful when removing the lamp module. In the unlikely event that the bulb ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated.
5 6 ,- .) & + ) FIGURE 41 Removing the lamp module 6 * % +) WARNING: Do not drop the 7 5 2 ) lamp module or touch the glass 8 ) cause injury.
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Cleaning the Projection Lamp Filter Screens * + + & % % ) ) # & ) ! $ + +
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control + ) + + ) - 1 + ) 2 5 + ) 3 # & & + ) 4 *
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Troubleshooting 6' 2 + 2 ) Table 2: LED behavior and meaning LED color/behavior Meaning 2 % 2 $ / $ 2 + / 2
Table 3: Problem with the projector Symptom Remedy The projector is not running (LED is not lit green) 7 / + + 14 ) 7 / + 2 ) * 2 % / ) The projector is not running (LED is lit green) 7 / 2 + /
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n Table 3: Problem with the projector 56 No sound 1 2 & / + ) 9 : ) ) + " ) 1 2 ) Lamp seems to be getting dimmer ) # 9# 5 2 6 : ) Lamp shuts off 1 + ) 0
Table 4: Problem with a video image Symptom Remedy Image is out of focus 2 ) 7 / 2 B) , )@ .
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n Table 4: Problem with a video image Image from component source appears “greenish” + ) * 8F8 % 9 ? 8:) * @?8 % 9 @8 :) * F8 % 9 8 :) ) Image appears “torn” & + ) 9 : ) Table 5: Problem with a computer image Symptom 58 Remedy Only the st
Table 5: Problem with a computer image The screen resolution is not right 7 / = & 8? !@ F) Image is “noisy” or streaked + ) 1 & & + ) 2 Auto Image / ) 91 * : ) 3 Auto Image 2 + $ / + ) 97 + : 97 / : ) E
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APPENDIX Specifications 2 + ) Temperature Operating 50 to 104° F (10 to 40° C) at sea level 50 to 95° F (10 to 35° C) at 10,000 feet Non-operating -4 to 158° F (-20 to 70° C) Altitude Operating Non-operating 0 to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) 0 to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters) Humidity Operating and non-oper. 10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 10.4 x 11.1 x 3.
A p p e n d i x Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Quick Start card User’s Guide Soft Case Shipping Box VESA Computer Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Audio/Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) S-Video Cable 13 ft (4 m) Remote Projection Lamp Module (included in projector) Lens Cap Enhanced Connectivity Module NOTE: Use only Studio Experience-approved accessories. Other products have not been tested with the projector.
Optional Accessories Hard Shell Shipping Case Audio/Video Cable Projector Ceiling Mount Kit Deluxe Insta-Theatre Screen-80” diagonal, 4:3 ratio Deluxe Insta-Theatre Screen-60” diagonal, 4:3 ratio Wall or Ceiling Mountable Projection Screens Projection Lamp Module High-definition S-video Cable High-definition Component Cable BOXLIGHT GyroMouse Presenter RF Remote Wireless keyboards and remotes Audio/video inputs on the Enhanced Connectivity Module Source Video Audio 4 ? ' 1J ' 1
A p p e n d i x Projected Image Size 350 NOTE: Use the graph and table to help you determine projected 300 Diagonal Image Size (inches) image sizes. 250 maximum image size 200 150 minimum image size 100 50 0 5 15 10 20 25 30 Distance to Screen (feet) FIGURE 43 Projected image size for 16:9 aspect ratio Distance to screen Diagonal Screen Size (inches/m) 60/1.5 72/1.8 84/2.1 90/2.3 100/2.5 120/3.
350 Diagonal Image Size (inches) 300 250 maximum image size 200 150 minimum image size 100 50 0 5 15 10 20 25 30 Distance to Screen (feet) FIGURE 44 Projected image size for 4:3 aspect ratio Distance to screen Diagonal Screen Size (inches/m) 60/1.5 72/1.8 84/2.1 90/2.3 100/2.5 120/3.1 Image Width (inches/m) 48/1.22 58/1.47 67/1.70 72/1.83 80/2.03 96/2.44 Maximum distance (feet/m) 8.9/2.71 10.7/3.26 12.5/3.
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