Safety Instructions MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR Before Use Installation Procedure Basic Guide User’s Manual Connection Procedure Projection Procedure Convenient Features Advanced Guide Using Menus Menu Description Advanced Projection Other Information Maintenance Product Specifications Troubleshooting ENG
How to Use This Manual Thank you for purchasing a Canon projector. The WUX500/WUX450ST Multimedia Projector (hereinafter referred to as “the projector”) is a high-performance projector that is capable of projecting a high-resolution computer screen and high-quality digital image on a large screen. This Manual This is the user’s manual for WUX500/WUX450ST Multimedia Projectors. The “Basic Guide” section describes installation and basic use of the projector.
Table of Contents How to Use This Manual............... 2 Changing Notebook Computer Screen Output ................................................... 54 Projector Highlights...................... 5 Step 2 Select an Input Signal .............. 55 Safety Instructions........................ 7 Step 3 Adjust the Image ...................... 56 Safety Precautions................................. 8 Step 4 Select an Aspect Ratio (Screen Aspect) Matching the Screen..............
Table of Contents Replacement Lamp ............................ 170 Lamp Replacement Procedure ......... 171 Product Specifications ............. 174 Relationship between Aspect and Screen Aspect .................................... 174 Displayed Test Patterns .................... 178 Supported Signal Types.................... 179 Troubleshooting........................ 188 LED Indicator Details......................... 188 Symptoms and Solutions.................. 189 Index...............................
Projector Highlights Minimal Space Needed for Installation Compact body can be installed with minimal space requirements. (P184) High-Resolution LCOS Projection Projection at 1920x1200 (WUXGA), thanks to high-resolution reflective liquid crystal on silicon (LCOS) panels. Split-Screen Display Splits the screen for projection of two separate input signals at once. (P157) HDBaseT Input The projector supports HDBaseT, a next-generation connectivity standard.
Projector Highlights Edge Blending Blend the overlapping edges of images from multiple projectors to make the overall image more seamless. (P159) Networked Multi-Projection (NMPJ) Project images from multiple computers via a network connection. For details on Networked Multi-Projection (NMPJ), refer to the NMPJ user’s manual. LAN Wi-Fi Connectivity In addition to wired LAN connectivity, the projector also supports Wi-Fi.
Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS UNIT IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
Safety Instructions Safety Precautions WARNING: • THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED. • TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. • This projector produces intense light from the projection lens. Do not stare directly into the lens, otherwise eye damage could result. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam. • Install the projector in a proper position. Otherwise it may result in a fire hazard.
Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before beginning to operate the product. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use. Unplug this projector from the AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the projector. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector.
Safety Instructions Never push objects of any kind into this projector through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the projector. Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of air-conditioning equipment. This projector should be operated using only the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
Safety Instructions AC Power Cord Requirement AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada: The AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standard Association (CSA). The AC Power Cord has a grounding-type AC line plug. This is a safety feature to ensure the plug fits into the power outlet. Do not try to tamper with this safety feature. Should you be unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician.
Safety Instructions Federal Communication Commission Notice Multimedia Projector, Model: WUX500/WUX450ST This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Safety Instructions Safety Symbols in this Manual Denotes the risk of death or serious injury from improper handling if the information is not observed. To ensure safe use, always observe this information. Denotes the risk of injury from improper handling if the information is not observed. To ensure safe use, always observe this information. Denotes the risk of electric shock from improper handling if the information is not observed. To ensure safe use, always observe this information.
Safety Instructions Precautions for Use As this section contains important safety-related information, be sure to read the following carefully beforehand in order to use your projector correctly and safely. During installation, keep the projector plug easily accessible so that the projector can be unplugged immediately if necessary, or keep a circuit breaker within reach.
Safety Instructions • Do not use any power source with a voltage other than the voltage indicated (AC 100–240 V). • Do not pull the power cord and be sure to hold the power plug or connector when removing. Incorrect handling may damage the power cord. • Do not insert any metal objects into the contact parts of the power plug or connector. • Do not remove the power plug or connector with wet hands. • Insert the power plug and connector securely up to the base.
Safety Instructions Installation and Handling Precautions Pay attention to the following points regarding installation and handling of the projector. Failure to do so may cause a fire, electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use the projector where it might get wet, such as outdoors or by bathtubs or showers. • Do not place containers containing a liquid on top of the projector. • Do not touch the projector itself, the power cord, or the cable if lightening strikes.
Safety Instructions • Do not look directly into the exhaust vents during use. • Do not insert any object into vents in the projector, such as the air intake vent or exhaust vents. • Do not place a pressurized can in front of the exhaust vents. The pressure of the contents of the can may increase due to heat from the exhaust vents and this could result in an explosion. • When cleaning off dust or dirt from projector parts such as the lens or filter, never use any spray that is flammable.
Safety Instructions Precautions on the Lamp This projector uses a high-pressure mercury lamp, which must be handled carefully and correctly as described below. The mercury lamp has the following characteristics. • The lamp will gradually become darker over time. • Impact, abrasion, or use of worn-out lamps may cause lamps to rupture (accompanied by a loud noise) or burn out. • Lamps are more likely to rupture after the lamp replacement message is displayed (see “Replacing the Lamp” (P169)).
Safety Instructions Pay attention to the following points regarding handling of batteries. Failing to do so could result in a fire or personal injury. • Do not heat, short circuit or disassemble the batteries, or place them in a fire. • Do not attempt to recharge the batteries that are included with the remote control. • Remove the batteries when they are flat or when the remote control will not be used for a long period of time. • When replacing the batteries, replace both at the same time.
Safety Instructions Pay attention to the following points regarding installation and handling of the projector. • If the projector will not be used for a long period of time, be sure to remove the power plug from the power outlet to ensure safety. Failure to do so presents a risk of fire if dust accumulates on the plug or outlet. • Parts of the cabinet around and above the exhaust vents may become hot during projection. Touching these areas during operation could cause burns to the hands.
For Safe Use • This projector is a precision instrument. Do not knock it over or subject it to impacts. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • Protection of the projector cannot be guaranteed if used packaging or shockabsorbent materials are reused. Fragments from shock-absorbent material may also enter the interior of the projector which could cause a malfunction. • Disconnect the cables connected to the projector. Carrying the projector while the cables are attached may cause an accident.
Before Installation Precautions When Carrying/Shipping the Projector Prepare the projector as described below before carrying it. • Disconnect the cables connected to the projector. Carrying the projector with the cables attached may cause an accident. • Retract the adjustable feet before moving the projector. Leaving the feet extended may cause damage. Precautions for Installation Be sure to read “Safety Instructions” and “For Safe Use” (P7 – P21). Also take the following precautions during installation.
Before Installation ■ Do Not Touch the Lens with Bare Hands ■ Allow a 30 Min. Warm Up before Focus Adjustment (P58), if Possible The focus position may not stabilize immediately after startup, due to lamp heat. When adjusting focus, it is also helpful to use the test pattern (10) (P98, P178).
Before Installation ■ When Using Mounted on the Ceiling When the projector is used mounted on the ceiling or installed in a high location, it is necessary to periodically clean the air intake and exhaust vents, and the area around the air filter. Dust that accumulates in intake or exhaust vents may impair ventilation, raising the temperature inside and posing a risk of damage or fire. Use a vacuum cleaner or similar means to remove dust from the intake vent and exhaust vent.
Before Installation ■ Install Facing in the Correct Direction 10° 10° 10° 10° Upward projection: Inclination of the projector should be no more than 10° from the vertical axis.*2 10° Downward projection: Inclination of the projector should be no more than 10° from the vertical axis.*2 If installing the projector on the floor or hanging from the ceiling, the left / right inclination of the projector should be no more than 10°.*2 Do not use the projector standing on its side.
Before Installation Copyright Notice Please note that enlarging or reducing the size of an image for commercial purposes or public presentation may infringe on the legally protected copyright or the copyright holder of the original material. Ensure Network Security Take measures to ensure network security. Note that Canon is not liable in any way for direct or indirect loss from network security incidents, such as unauthorized access.
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Before Use Included Accessories Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. • Remote control • Batteries for the remote control (AAA size x2) (part No.: RS-RC06) Optional remote controls are also available (RS-RC05). However, some buttons are not supported with this projector. The RS-RC05 can also be used as a wired remote. (P40) • Lens cap WUX500 • Computer cable (1.8 m / 5.9') (mini D-sub 15-pin / mini D-sub 15-pin) • Power cord (1.8 m / 5.
Before Use ■ Attaching the Lens Cap WUX500: Align the lens cap notch with the optical zoom adjustment lever as shown and attach the cap. • Always remove the cap before projection. Accidentally leaving the cap on during projection may distort the cap and damage the projector. • Align the notch with the optical zoom adjustment lever and attach. 29 Before Use WUX450ST: There is no need to align the lens cap when attaching it.
Before Use Part Names Projector (WUX500) ■ Front Side Hole caps (P43) Attach option feet (sold separately). LED indicators (P33) Projection lens (P32) Power cord connector (P51) Terminals and connectors (P35) Infrared remote receiver (P39) Air intake vent Air filter (P168) Side control (P32) Adjustable feet (P42) • Do not block the air intake. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • Before projection, always remove the cap. Leaving the cap on may damage the projector.
Before Use Projector (WUX450ST) ■ Front Side LED indicators (P33) Projection lens (P32) Power cord connector (P51) Terminals and connectors (P35) Side control (P32) Infrared remote receiver (P39) Air intake vent Air filter (P168) Adjustable feet (P42) • Do not block the air intake. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • Before projection, always remove the cap. Leaving the cap on may damage the projector. ■ Rear Side Lamp cover Exhaust vent Lens shift side control (P58) Do not block the air exhaust.
Before Use Projection Lens WUX500 WUX450ST (1) (2) (2) (1) Optical zoom adjustment (WUX500) Move the lever to resize the image. (P58) (2) Focus adjustment Turn the focus ring to adjust image focus. (P58) Side Control (6) (7) (5) (4) (3) (2) (1) (5) Pointer / VOL buttons (P73) Up, down, left, or right in menu navigation or other operations. Adjust the sound volume. [ ] VOL+ button: Increases the volume. [ ] VOL– button: Decreases the volume.
Before Use LED Indicators Before Use The projector status is shown by the LED indicators (off / lit / flashing). • POWER ON (green) : Lights up or flashes under normal conditions when the power is on. • WARNING (red) : Lights up or flashes when an error occurs. • LAMP (orange) : Lights up or flashes when a problem occurs with the lamp or lamp cover. • TEMP (red) : Lights up or flashes when the internal temperature is high.
Before Use ■ LED Indicator Displays The LED indicators flash or illuminate to indicate the operating status of the projector. Legend: Example of when the POWER ON indicator is on; LED indicator POWER WARNING LAMP TEMP ON (red) (orange) (red) (green) : Off : Lit : Flashing Operating status A projector is not plugged in. Power is on. A projector is in standby mode (blinks slowly: every 4 seconds). Waking from or entering standby mode (blinks: every second). The time for replacing the lamp is near.
Before Use Input Terminal (1) (3) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (1) AUDIO OUT terminal (AUDIO OUT) (P48, P50) Outputs the audio to external AV equipment. This outputs the audio signal that corresponds to the projected image signal. (2) AUDIO IN terminal (AUDIO IN) (P48, P50, P102) Receives audio input. In [Audio in terminal select], select the corresponding video input terminal. (3) Terminal for wired remote control (REMOTE) (P40) This terminal is used to connect the remote control using a cable.
Before Use Remote Control The projector can be operated using buttons on the remote control or the side control on the projector. The remote control allows you to operate all functions of the projector. (4) KEYSTONE button (P64) Corrects keystone distortion. The [Keystone] setting enables both horizontal/vertical keystone correction (by adjusting top/bottom/left/right length) and corner correction. (8) (1) (2) (9) (5) D.ZOOM button Zooms the image in or out digitally.
Before Use (14) EXIT button (P74) Cancels functions such as menu display or test pattern during operation and returns to the image display. (10) (11) (16) TEST PATTERN button (P98) Displays the test pattern. (12) (13) (17) MUTE button Mutes the sound. (14) (18) SPLIT button (P157) Activates the split screen function. (19) Fn button (P108) Can be assigned a specific function. (15) (20) ECO button (P70) Displays the Eco menu, to complete power-saving settings.
Before Use Preparing the Remote Control ■ Installing Remote Control Batteries 1 Open the battery compartment lid. Slide the lid while pressing it down. 2 Insert batteries. Insert 2 new AAA batteries in the compartment with the + and – terminals positioned correctly. 3 Close the compartment lid. Slide the lid until you hear a click to securely close it. • If buttons on the remote control are inoperative when you attempt to operate the projector, replace the batteries with new ones.
Before Use ■ Remote Control Operating Range The remote control is an infrared type. Point it at the infrared remote receiver on the front or rear of the projector to operate it. WUX500 25° WUX450ST 4 m (13.1') 25° 8 m (26.3') 25° 8 m (26.3') 8 m (26.3') 25° 25° 25° 25° • Remote control range: WUX500: up to 8 m (26.3') in front or back WUX450ST: up to 4 m (13.1') in front and 8 m (26.
Before Use ■ Using an Optional Wired Remote (RS-RC05) To use a wired remote control with the projector, use the RS-RC05, sold separately. Use a cable with a ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack (not included). Remote control (RS-RC05) Terminal for wired remote control ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack cable (not included) • Infrared operations cannot be performed if a cable is connected to the projector or the remote control. • Use a cable with a ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack (not included) with a length of 30 m (98.
Safety Instructions Before Use Basic Guide Installation Procedure Basic Guide Connection Procedure Projection Procedure Convenient Features Advanced Guide Other Information 41 Using Menus Menu Description Advanced Projection Maintenance Product Specifications Troubleshooting
Installation Procedure Before setting up the projector, be sure to read “Before Installation” (P22). Setting Up the Projector ■ Positioning the Projector in Front of the Screen Place the projector in front of the screen. On some screens, colors may appear distorted when images are viewed from the side, but this does not indicate a problem with the projector. For best results, use a matte screen with a wide viewing angle (WUX450ST).
Installation Procedure ■ Installation Tilted Upward ■ Installation on High Surfaces For projection from a shelf or other high surface, the projector can be installed upside-down and the projected image inverted. In this case, attach the option feet on top of the projector. Attaching Option Feet (RS-FT01, Sold Separately) Remove the hole caps and screw the option feet into the holes. The caps are located at four positions on top of the projector. They are removed differently depending on their position.
Installation Procedure Removing hole caps labeled (2) Open the lamp cover and use a screwdriver or similar tool to push off the caps from below. Hole cap • Keep the caps in a safe place to avoid losing them. • The option feet can be used in conjunction with the adjustable feet. When changing the projection position with adjustable feet, you can make the projector more stable by attaching option feet to the two holes toward the back of the bottom surface.
Installation Procedure Relationship between Projecting Distance and Image Size Width Width WUX500 Height Height 4:3 Installation Procedure 16:9 / 16:10 Image Size (diagonal) Projection distance [m (feet)] Image Size (Dia.) Wide limit 40 1.2 (3.9) 2.2 (7.2) 1.2 (3.9) 2.2 (7.2) 1.4 (4.6) 2.4 (7.9) 50 1.5 (4.9) 2.7 (8.9) 1.5 (4.9) 2.8 (9.1) 1.7 (5.6) 3.1 (10.2) 60 1.8 (5.9) 3.2 (10.5) 1.9 (6.2) 3.3 (10.8) 2.0 (6.6) 3.7 (12.1) 80 2.4 (7.9) 4.3 (14.1) 2.5 (8.2) 4.4 (14.
Installation Procedure Lens Shift Function You can reposition the image in all directions by turning the lens shift dials on the side of the projector, which moves the lens up, down, left, or right. For instructions, refer to “Adjusting the Image Position” (P58). ■ Amount of Lens Shift The amount of lens shift is indicated as a percentage relative to the image height and width. The lens shift ranges for the projector are as follows.
Installation Procedure WUX500 16:9 A B 30 (11.8) 9 (3.5) 45 (17.7) 13 (5.1) 60 (23.6) 18 (7.1) 75 (29.5) 22 (8.7) 112 (44.1) 33 (13.0) 149 (58.7) 44 (17.3) 187 (73.6) 55 (21.7) 224 (88.2) 66 (26.0) WUX450ST Image Size (Dia.) 30 40 50 60 80 100 150 200 250 300 4:3 A B 37 (14.6) 8 (3.1) 55 (21.7) 12 (4.7) 73 (28.7) 16 (6.3) 91 (35.8) 20 (7.9) 137 (53.9) 30 (11.8) 183 (72.0) 41 (16.1) 229 (90.2) 51 (20.1) 274 (107.9) 61 (24.0) [cm (in)] 16:10 A B 30 (11.8) 6 (2.4) 40 (15.7) 9 (3.5) 50 (19.7) 11 (4.
Connection Procedure Before connecting the projector to other equipment, turn off both the projector and the other equipment.
Connection Procedure Connecting a Computer (continued) Computer Monitor output terminal (Mini D-sub 15-pin) AUDIO output terminal HDBaseT terminal HDMI terminal AUDIO IN 2 terminal ANALOG PC-2 / COMPONENT terminal LAN cable (CAT5e or better; shielded; not included) HDMI cable (not included) HDMI cable (not included) HDMI terminal Computer 49 HDBaseT transmitter Connection Procedure Mini D-sub 15-pin - BNC terminal converter cable (not included) Basic Guide or BNC cable (not included) Audio c
Connection Procedure Connecting AV Equipment Amplified speakers Mini jack RCA terminal Audio cable (not included) AV equipment Mini jack RCA terminal Audio cable (not included) D terminal D terminal plug - RCA plug component conversion cable (not included) RCA component terminal RCA plug RCA plug component cable (not included) Component cable (not included) HDBaseT terminal HDMI terminal ANALOG PC-2 / COMPONENT terminal AUDIO OUT terminal AUDIO IN 2 terminal LAN cable (CAT5e or better; shielded
Connection Procedure Connect the power cord to the projector and plug it in. • Be sure to connect the ground wire of the power cord to ground. • Be sure to connect the ground wire before connecting the power plug to the outlet. Also when you disconnect the ground wire, be sure to unplug the power plug from the outlet beforehand. • Fully insert the power cord plug into the socket. • After turning off the projector, wait at least 5 minutes before turning it on again.
Projection Procedure Step 1 Turn the Projector On 1 Check the connection between the projector and the computer or AV equipment. (P48 - P50) For instructions on connecting the power cord, refer to “Plugging the Projector In” (P51). 2 Press the POWER button. The [POWER ON] indicator initially flashes green, after which it remains lit. Remote control Projector The countdown window is displayed for approximately 20 seconds, and then the projection is started.
Projection Procedure ■ When the Language Selection Screen Appears A screen appears when the projector is turned on for the first time. You can select a language to be used by the projector for displaying menus and messages in the window. Select the desired language with the pointer buttons and press the OK button. You can change the language from the menu at a later time. (P106) If the language selection screen is out of focus, adjust the focus.
Projection Procedure Changing Notebook Computer Screen Output For projection from a notebook computer, the computer settings must be adjusted to switch display output. This operation is not required for a desktop computer. ■ Turning on External Monitor Output You can turn on the external monitor output via keyboard operation. To turn on the external monitor output with most computers, press the function key ([F1] to [F12]) which is marked with the external monitor icon while holding down the [Fn] key.
Projection Procedure Step 2 Select an Input Signal Select the input signal in the [Input] menu when you want to project a digital PC or AV equipment signal, or to switch between inputs when multiple computers or multiple sets of AV equipment are connected. Skip this step if you have not changed the input signal since the last projection. 1 Press the INPUT button to display the window shown below.
Projection Procedure Step 3 Adjust the Image Setting the Display Resolution of the Computer Based on the maximum resolution of the projector, set the display resolution of the computer to the resolution closest to the output signal resolution of the projector. (P179) Maximum resolution 1920 X 1200 dots ■ Windows 10 1 Open the [Control Panel] from the start menu, then select [Appearance and Personalization] - [Adjust screen resolution] in the [Control Panel Home].
Projection Procedure ■ Mac OS X 1 2 Open the Apple Menu and select [System Preferences]. 3 Select the [Display] tab and select the resolution closest to the maximum output signal resolution of the projector from the [Resolutions] list. 4 Close the [System Preferences] window. In the [System Preferences] window, click the [Displays] icon to display the Display window. Remote control Projector If the Auto PC adjustment is insufficient, perform the following operations.
Projection Procedure Focusing, Resizing, or Moving the Image ■ Adjusting Image Focus To adjust the focus, turn the focus ring. WUX500 WUX450ST Focus ring Focus ring Focus adjustment Focus adjustment On the WUX450ST, images will waver as you turn the focus ring. Hold the focus ring on top and bottom and turn it slowly as you adjust the focus. ■ Adjusting Image Size (WUX500) To adjust the image size, turn the lever on the projection lens.
Projection Procedure ■ WUX500 Vertical lens shift dial (1) (3) (4) Horizontal lens shift dial ■ WUX450ST Vertical lens shift dial (2) (1) (3) (4) Horizontal lens shift dial (1) Turning upper lens shift dial clockwise: Moves the image up. (2) Turning upper lens shift dial counterclockwise: Moves the image down. (3) Turning lower lens shift dial clockwise: Moves the image right. (4) Turning lower lens shift dial counterclockwise: Moves the image left.
Projection Procedure Step 4 Select an Aspect Ratio (Screen Aspect) Matching the Screen Select an optimum aspect ratio of the projected image (screen aspect) or an optimum screen mode (aspect) according to the aspect ratio of the screen, type of input image signal and so on for the projection to make best use of the screen size. [Screen aspect] Select the same screen aspect ratio as the screen you are using. [Aspect] In general, select [Auto].
Projection Procedure 3 Select [Screen aspect] with the [ ] / [ ] buttons, and then press the OK button. Remote control Basic Guide 4 Projector Use the [ ] / [ ] buttons to select the desired contents. Remote control Projector Projection Procedure 16:10 Select this when you use a screen with an aspect ratio of 16:10. Also select this screen aspect when projecting on a wall. You can correct keystone distortion with this mode.
Projection Procedure 16:9 D. image shift Select this when you use a screen with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Keystone correction cannot be performed in this mode. However, it is possible to move the image up / down when projecting level. For details about how to move the image, refer to “Digital image shift” on page 92. 4:3 D. image shift Select this when you use a screen with an aspect ratio of 4:3. Keystone correction cannot be performed in this mode.
Projection Procedure Selecting an Aspect Ratio Press the ASPECT button on the remote control and select an appropriate aspect ratio. Press the ASPECT button to change the aspect ratio type. For more details about aspect ratios, refer to “Relationship between Aspect and Screen Aspect” on page 174. Remote control Example: You can also select any aspect ratio from [Aspect] in the menu. (P76) 63 Projection Procedure Some aspect ratios may not appear depending on the type of input signal.
Projection Procedure Step 5 Adjusting Keystone Distortion To correct keystone distortion, press the KEYSTONE button. Two types of correction are available: horizontal/vertical correction and corner correction. Use horizontal/vertical keystone correction to adjust image width or height distortion separately, and use corner correction to adjust the position of each corner of the image. For instructions on switching keystone correction, refer to “Keystone” (P91).
Projection Procedure 2 Press the pointer buttons to adjust the dimensions. Remote control Projector Projection Procedure Screen To correct distortion on the left, press the [ ] button. 3 To correct distortion on the right, press the [ ] button. When keystone distortion has been corrected, press the OK button. ■ Corner Adjustment 1 Press the KEYSTONE button on the remote control or projector to display the corner adjustment window.
Projection Procedure 2 Press the pointer button of the corner for correction, and then press the OK button. Remote control 3 Press the pointer buttons to adjust the corner. Remote control 4 Projector Projector When you have finished correcting, press the OK button. Corner adjustment settings will be cleared if you subsequently use [Zoom] (P91) in the [Install settings] menu (WUX450ST). ■ Resetting the Keystone Adjustment Horizontal-vertical keystone and corner adjustment can be reset as follows.
Projection Procedure Step 6 Select the Image Quality (Image Mode) You can select an image mode to suit the projected image. In each image mode, you can further adjust the brightness, contrast, sharpness, gamma, color adjustment, advanced adjustment, and lamp mode.
Projection Procedure ■ Selecting an Image Mode Press the IMAGE button on the remote control to select. The image mode changes each time the IMAGE button is pressed. (The displayed image modes vary depending on the selected input signal.) Remote control You can also select any image mode from the [Image mode] menu. (P83) • User settings 1 - 5 are displayed when the desired image settings have been created and stored using the user memory function in the image adjustment menu.
Convenient Features This section describes features convenient during presentations and in other situations. Temporarily Blacking Out an Image Projection can be temporarily blanked after a presentation, or to divert the audience’s attention away from the screen. Remote control Press the BLANK button to black out the image. Press the BLANK button again to show the image.
Convenient Features Projecting a Test Pattern from the Menu Even without any input signals, the projector can project a test pattern. Test patterns can be projected during installation to check how the projector is installed. For details on projecting test patterns, see “Test pattern” (P98) or “Displayed Test Patterns” (P178). Set Power-Saving Settings Set power-saving settings as needed. The following four settings are available. For details, refer to the page describing each function.
Safety Instructions Before Use Advanced Guide Installation Procedure Basic Guide Connection Procedure Projection Procedure Convenient Features Advanced Guide Other Information 71 Using Menus Menu Description Advanced Projection Maintenance Product Specifications Troubleshooting
Using Menus Use the menus to set the operation of the projector in detail. Menu Configuration The menu screen is divided into 6 tabs as shown below. [Input settings] tab (P75) You can set the type of signal or the method of projection of the images input. [Image adjustment] tab (P82) You can adjust the image quality and colors according to your preference. [Install settings] tab (P89) This setting is used when installing the projector. [System settings] tab (P99) You can set the operation of the projector.
Using Menus Basic Menu Operations 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu window. Remote control 2 Projector Press the [ ] / [ ] buttons to select a tab. Remote control Projector Advanced Guide 3 Press the [ ] / [ ] buttons to select an item. Remote control 4 Projector Select contents. How to select the contents varies depending on the item. Selecting from a list Example: Aspect (P76) 1. Select [Aspect]. 2. Press the OK button or [ ] button to display a list of the contents. 3.
Using Menus Adjusting with the [ ] / [ ] buttons Example: Contrast (P84) 1. Select [Contrast]. 2. Use the [ ] / [ ] buttons to adjust the setting. Selecting from a different screen (1) Example: Menu position (P97) 1. Select [Menu position]. 2. Press the OK button to display a different screen. 3. Then follow the instruction on the screen. Selecting from a different screen (2) Example: Tracking (P77) 1. Select [Input signal settings]. 2. Press the OK button to display a different screen. 3.
Menu Description Input settings This section describes settings for aspect ratio, resolution, and projection from a USB flash drive. (When the input signal is Analog PC-1) Function Details Select an image aspect ratio. P76 Auto PC Automatically adjusts display position misalignment and screen flickering. P76 Input signal select Manually set a resolution to suit computer images. P76 Input signal settings Complete input signal settings.
Menu Description Aspect > [Input settings] > [Aspect] Select a projection aspect ratio for images. Submenu Function Auto An image is projected at the aspect ratio of the input signal. 16:10 The image is projected using an input signal aspect ratio of 16:10. 16:9 The image is projected using an input signal aspect ratio of 16:9. 4:3 The image is projected using an input signal aspect ratio of 4:3.
Menu Description Input signal settings > [Input settings] > [Input signal settings] Complete input signal settings. Use the [ ] / [ ] buttons to adjust the levels as needed. Submenu Function Adjust the total number of horizontal dots. Adjust it when stripes are displayed on the screen. Tracking Fine-tune the timing of image generation from signals. Adjusts the tracking when the image distorts or flickers. Horizontal position Adjust the horizontal image position to correct horizontal misalignment.
Menu Description PC-free multi projection > [Input settings] > [PC-free multi projection] Specify settings when projecting images on a USB flash drive to multiple networked projectors. For instructions, see “Using PC-Free Multi Projection” (P154). Mode setting Specify the mode for PC-free multi projection: Master*1 or Slave*2 mode. *1 *2 Connect a USB flash drive and stream images for projection to Slave projectors. Project images streamed from the Master projector.
Menu Description Slideshow interval Specify the interval after which slideshow images are switched. Enter the time in a range of 5 seconds to 10 minutes, in the format min.:sec. This setting is available when the mode is set to [Master]. If the projector is turned off and then on again during a slideshow in PC-free multi projection mode, the slideshow automatically resumes from the first image in the folder last used for projection. Animation effect Specify the animated slideshow transition.
Menu Description Input level > [Input settings] > [Input level] Adjust the input level for content projected via HDMI or HDBaseT. Option Auto Function Automatically switches the input level based on the input signal. Normal Limits the input level to 16 - 235. Expanded Enables a full input level of 0 - 255. • You can select this only when the type of signal sent from AV equipment is RGB. • In [Auto] mode, the signal level is selected automatically.
Menu Description Progressive > [Input settings] > [Progressive] Performs progressive processing optimized for still images in cinematic content or moving images in videos. Option Function Off Does not perform progressive processing. Film/auto Suitable for still images or typical moving images. Performs progressive processing for video or cinematic content. Video 1 Suitable for projecting video with high image quality and relatively slow movement.
Menu Description Image adjustment This section describes image quality settings such as brightness, contrast, and sharpness. (When the input signal is Analog PC-1) Menu Function Details Image mode * Select overall image quality to suit the projected image. P83 Create profile Save desired image quality settings as profiles. P83 Baseline image mode Shows the image mode that is basis of the profile. P83 Brightness * Adjust image brightness. P84 Contrast * Adjust image contrast.
Menu Description Image mode > [Image adjustment] > [Image mode] Select the overall image quality for projected images. Can also be selected by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control.
Menu Description Brightness > [Image adjustment] > [Brightness] Adjust image brightness. Contrast > [Image adjustment] > [Contrast] Sharpen or soften image contrast. Sharpness > [Image adjustment] > [Sharpness] Adjust image sharpness. Gamma > [Image adjustment] > [Gamma] Correct image areas that are too dark or too bright to see clearly. Can also be selected by pressing the GAMMA button on the remote control. For more detailed adjustment, use Fine-Tune Gamma (P87).
Menu Description Advanced adjustment > [Image adjustment] > [Advanced adjustment] Fine-tune noise reduction and color tone. Ambient light Minimize the effect of ambient light on the screen. Option Off Function Projects an image with no correction. For ambient light from conventional light bulbs or fluorescent light of this color. Fluorescent For ambient light from a “day white” fluorescent source. Type Adjust Level L For an ordinary brightness of ambient light. H For bright ambient light.
Menu Description MPEG noise reduction Reduce MPEG image noise. Option Function Off Disables MPEG noise reduction. Weak Middle Strong Specify one of three levels of intensity of the MPEG noise reduction. This setting is not displayed for LAN or USB input. Mosquito noise reduction Reduce mosquito noise*. * A type of noise affecting image edges or areas where colors change significantly, either on JPEG images or in MPEG video. Option Function Off Disables mosquito noise reduction.
Menu Description 6-axis color adjust Fine-tune RGB (red, green, blue) and CMY (cyan, magenta, yellow) hues in images. Option Off Function Disables 6-axis color adjustment. Adjust Adjustment is not applied to the projected menu itself. Reset Returns all adjustment values to zero. Fine-Tune Gamma • • • • For details on gamma correction, see page 84. Use input signals or a built-in test pattern for adjustment. Adjustment is not applied to the projected menu itself.
Menu Description • Adjustment to settings other than [Ambient light] is stored as setting values for the current input signal and image mode. • Image resolution may seem lower when noise reduction is applied. Lamp mode > [Image adjustment] > [Lamp mode] Reducing the lamp brightness reduces power consumption and cooling fan noise. It can also be displayed by pressing the ECO button on the remote control. Option Function Full power Projects images at full brightness.
Menu Description Install settings Adjust projection to suit the screen or the type of images, or how the projector is installed. (When the input signal is Analog PC-1) Function Details Operation of installation related functions can be prohibited. P90 Image flip H/V Specify settings for ceiling-mounted or rear projection. P90 Screen aspect Select an aspect ratio that matches that of the projection screen. (P60) P90 Zoom (WUX450ST) Project images at a digitally reduced size.
Menu Description Positional lock > [Install settings] > [Positional lock] Operation of installation-related functions can be prohibited. • Image flip H/V • Screen aspect • Zoom (WUX450ST) • Keystone • Digital image shift • Professional settings Option Function Off The positional lock is not used. On Prevents adjustment of installation-related functions. Press the OK button to confirm the setting, and then press the MENU button.
Menu Description • Changing the screen aspect will reset any keystone or digital image shift setting. • [Auto] may be automatically selected for the aspect depending on the screen aspect setting. Zoom (WUX450ST) > [Install settings] > [Zoom] If the projected image does not fit on the screen, you can display the image by electronically reducing its size. For floor installation, keep the top edge of the image on the screen as you reduce it, and for ceiling installation, keep the bottom edge on the screen.
Menu Description Digital image shift > [Install settings] > [Digital image shift] Moves the position of the projected image. For 16:9 D. Image Shift, move images vertically using the [ ] / [ ] buttons, and for 4:3 D. Image Shift, move images horizontally using the [ ] / [ ] buttons. This cannot be selected when the screen aspect is 16:9, 16:10 or 4:3. Professional settings > [Install settings] > [Professional settings] Specify advanced installation settings.
Menu Description Incorrect settings may shorten the useful life of the lamp or other parts. Vertical projection You can ensure adequate cooling by switching the fan mode to suit upward- or downwardfacing installations. Option Function Off Does not alter the fan mode. Upward Setting for use when the projector faces upward. Downward Setting for downward projection. • Be sure to perform this setting to use vertical projection.
Menu Description Submenu Function Left / Right / Top / Bottom Select the direction of the blending area to adjust. Width Specify the width between the start and end markers. Start position Moves the position of the start marker. • Large blending areas may cover input signal dialog boxes and other interface elements. In this case, momentarily set edge blending to [Off] and check the display.
Menu Description Submenu Function Because black is lighter in the blending area than in other areas, you can adjust the black level outside the blending area to make this difference in brightness less noticeable. Position of end marker (hidden) Left image Area A: Black level cannot be adjusted. Area B: Adjust to a black level different from that of area D. Area C: Adjust to provide a smooth transition relative to the black levels of areas B and D.
Menu Description Submenu Function Correct image distortion by aligning corners of the blending area with the image from the reference projector. For multi-projection alignment, align the corners with the projector blending area (already adjusted) that forms the basis. Points to adjust Blending area Corner adjustment Left, Right, Top, Bottom Select the direction of the blending area to adjust. As you reposition the corners of the selected area, the overall image changes to match the adjustment.
Menu Description Menu position Reposition menu display. Use the [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] buttons to move the menu to the desired position. Guide Shows the guide screen. Option Function Off Hides the guide screen. On Shows the guide screen. The guide screen is shown at the following cases. • No input signal is detected. • An invalid button is pressed in [BLANK], [FREEZE], or [D.ZOOM] mode. (P36) • When positional lock (P90) is set to [On] and buttons locked by this feature are pressed.
Menu Description Lamp warning display Specify whether to show a lamp replacement message after the lamp has been used for a specified period. Option Function Off The prepare lamp message and the lamp warning are not displayed. On The prepare lamp message and the lamp warning are displayed. • When it is almost time to replace the lamp, the projector’s [LAMP] indicator will flash. For details, see “LED Indicator Displays” (P34).
Menu Description System settings Customize projector and remote control operation, beeping, and other details after startup, during standby, and in other situations. (When the input signal is Analog PC-1) Function Details Customize user screens shown at startup, when no signal is detected, and in other situations. P100 Interface settings Specify interface details such as settings for input signals of connected equipment.
Menu Description User screen settings > [System settings] > [User screen settings] Capture a logo and specify logo display settings. Logo capture Registers the current image as a user logo. Registered user logos can be shown when no signal is received, when the BLANK button is pressed, or as the startup image. Option Function OK Display the image for logo registration. Align the image with the red boundary lines indicating the portion that will be stored, and then press the OK button.
Menu Description Projector on Select a logo to show after startup while the projector is warming up. Option Function Skip Project input signals immediately after startup. Canon logo Displays the Canon logo that was registered in advance at the factory. User logo The user logo is projected. Interface settings > [System settings] > [Interface settings] Specify interface details such as settings for input signals of connected equipment.
Menu Description To Unlock Key Lock Function Turn off the projector and unplug the power plug. Hold down the OK button on the main unit and plug in the power cord, as you continue to hold down the OK button. In a moment, a beep will sound, and the controls will be unlocked. When you access this setting from the projector’s side controls, [Main unit] is not available. Similarly, when you access the setting from the remote control, [Remote (wireless)] is not available.
Menu Description HDBaseT Enable or disable HDBaseT input. Refer to the following sections for details on HDBaseT connections. For video/audio details, see “Connection Procedure” (P49, P50). For network details, see “Connection Methods” (P112). Option Off Function Disable HDBaseT. On Enable HDBaseT. The HDBaseT input signal value received is indicated by a white line. Image signal quality Indicated by the green portion. This is the recommended level. Middle Indicated by the yellow portion.
Menu Description HDMI image input Set the type of equipment which is connected to the HDMI port. Note that to some extent, the [HDMI image input] setting determines which image modes are available. (P67) Option Function Auto Select when AV equipment will be connected. Image processing, menu displays, and other elements are adjusted for video equipment. Computer Select when a computer will be connected. Image processing, menu displays, and other elements are adjusted for a computer.
Menu Description Power management duration > [System settings] > [Power management duration] Specify how long before the lamp is turned off or the projector enters standby, depending on the [Power management mode] setting. Option 5 min. - 60 min. Function After 30 seconds without an input signal when the projector is idle, the projector starts displaying a countdown of the selected time. • If conditions that would start countdown are met while you are blanking projection, blanking is canceled.
Menu Description Motion blur reduction > [System settings] > [Motion blur reduction] Motion blur is blurring that occurs during video playback. Motion blur reduction can make this blurring less noticeable. Option Function Off Motion blur reduction is not performed. On Motion blur reduction is performed. • If reducing motion blur produces distracting image noise, select [Off]. • Effects of motion blur reduction cannot be checked during menu display.
Menu Description Other settings > [System settings] > [Other settings] Lock operation with a password, set a password, reset counters for lamp or air filter replacement, and access other settings and information. Password settings Disables the projector unless the correct password is entered. Function Off The projector can be used even if no password is entered. On The projector cannot be used unless you enter your password. To Cancel the Password Turn off the projector and unplug the power plug.
Menu Description Register password You can register a password for starting projection. Enter a 4 digit password. Enter the password using the [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] buttons. The 4-digit password is entered from the left to right digits. When the final digit is entered, the password is automatically registered. Press the MENU button to abort the registration. [Fn] button settings You can select a function to be assigned to the Fn button on a remote control.
Menu Description Air filter counter This resets the counter which reminds you of the time for cleaning and replacing the air filter. For details on replacing or cleaning the filter, see P166 - P169. Firmware Update the projector firmware as follows. Download firmware updates from the Canon website and store them at the root directory on a USB flash drive. Check the version indicated before updating the firmware.
Menu Description Main factory defaults Image adjustment Submenu Image Mode Install settings Default Value Submenu *1 Advanced adjustment Ambient light Off Positional lock Off Image flip H/V None Screen aspect 16:10 Zoom (WUX450ST) 100% Random noise reduction Off MPEG noise reduction Off Mosquito noise reduction Off Dynamic gamma *2 Mem.
Menu Description Main factory defaults System settings Submenu Submenu Default Value Default Value Power management mode Standby Logo capture Cancel Logo position Center Power management duration 15 min.
Menu Description Network settings Network Connection Overview Connecting the projector to a network enables you to control the projector from a computer and receive notification of projector errors via email. Depending on the method of network connection, preparation on the computer side may be necessary. The following is an explanation of preparation on the computer side. Connection Methods The projector can be connected to a wired network with a LAN cable or to a wireless network via Wi-Fi.
Menu Description Wireless Networks • Projector Access Point (PJ AP) Mode The projector can be used as an access point for direct communication with wireless LAN-compatible computers. Up to five computers can be connected at once. Projector (in PJ AP mode) 113 Menu Description The following network features are available in PJ AP mode.
Menu Description • Infrastructure Mode The projector can also be used as a wireless LAN client for connections to a wireless LAN access point. In this case, the projector is connected to computers via the wireless LAN access point. Wireless LAN-compatible computers Access point Projector (in infrastructure mode) Computers connected to the network via LAN cable • The following network features are available in infrastructure mode.
Menu Description • When you connect the computer to the network for the first time, it is also necessary to perform settings on the computer. In this case, consult the network administrator regarding the necessary settings. In a network environment where a DHCP server is operating, choose [On] on the projector [DHCP] screen to enable the DHCP function and connect it.
Menu Description Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) ■ Countries and Regions Where Wireless LAN Use Is Permitted Use of the wireless LAN function is restricted under the laws, etc., of each country and region, and violation of these restrictions may be subject to punishment. Check the Canon website for a list of countries and regions where use of the wireless LAN function permitted. Canon assumes no responsibility whatsoever for problems, etc.
Menu Description Completing Projector Settings Settings described in this section apply to wired and wireless network connections, setting a network password, and other aspects of networked projection. Menu Function Details Lock network settings to prevent changes. P118 Network password setting Specify whether network settings are passwordprotected. P118 Register network password Set a network password.
Menu Description Network settings lock > [Network Settings] > [Network settings lock] You can lock/unlock the network settings so that they cannot be changed. Option Function Unlock Cancels the lock and allows other network settings to be changed. The password must be entered in order to cancel the lock. Use the [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ ] buttons to enter the 4-digit password. Lock Lock the settings.
Menu Description Network standby settings > [Network settings] > [Network standby settings] Specify the operating status of wired network functions in standby mode. Option Function Normal All network functions are available even in standby mode, including the web screen, control over the network, and PJLink. Low-power All network functions are available even in standby mode. However, the projector may be less responsive than usual when some functions are initially used.
Menu Description Detailed settings (wired) > [Network settings] > [Detailed settings (wired)] Display and manually change the wired IP address, gateway address, and other settings. Available only when wired networking is [On]. Menu Function IP address Wired IP address of the projector. Gateway address Wired gateway address of the projector. MAC address Wired MAC address of the projector. Option Function Off Disables the DHCP function. TCP/IP settings can be configured.
Menu Description Menu Network setting initialization Function Menu Description 121 Advanced Guide The following network settings are initialized.
Menu Description Detailed settings (wireless) > [Network settings] > [Detailed settings (wireless)] Display and manually change the wireless IP address, gateway address, and other settings. Available only when wireless networking is [On]. Menu Function Mode Shows the wireless connection mode. (P113, P114) SSID Shows the access point SSID. Security Shows the security setting. Channel Shows the channel used for the connection. Signal strength Shows actual signal strength, as measured.
Menu Description Menu Function Manually specify the projector’s wireless settings. Submenu Mode Function Shows the wireless connection mode. (P113, P114) A list of available access point SSIDs is displayed. You can find available access points nearby and change the name of the connection. Advanced Guide Manual settings SSID Select the wireless security from [Open], [WEP], [WPA2 AES], or [WPA/WPA2 TKIP/AES]. In PJ AP mode, choose from [Open] or [WPA2 AES].
Menu Description Menu Function Enable or disable wireless DHCP on the projector. Submenu Function Off Disables the DHCP function. TCP/IP settings can be configured. On Enables the DHCP function. Searches the DHCP server. It will no longer be possible to enter TCP/IP settings (IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address), because the IP address is acquired from the DHCP server. DHCP Configure the projector’s wireless TCP/IP settings. • Cannot be configured when [DHCP] (P124) is [On].
Menu Description PJLink > [Network settings] > [PJLink] You can enable or disable the PJLink network function of the projector. When the function is turned on, control is possible via the LAN using commands that meet PJLink standards. Option Function Off Disables the PJLink function. On Enables the PJLink function. • The projector conforms to Class 1 as defined in PJLink standards established by the Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association (JBMIA).
Menu Description AMX Device Discovery > [Network settings] > [AMX Device Discovery] In a network environment, AMX Device Discovery can be used to enable other equipment to discover the projector. For networks without AMX Device Discovery, select [Off]. Option Function Off Disables AMX Device Discovery. On Enables AMX Device Discovery. The projector will periodically send out AMX beacon packets over the network. • For details on AMX Device Discovery, visit the AMX website. http://www.amx.
Menu Description Completing Computer Settings Specifying an IP Address Instructions for setting a computer’s wired or wireless IP address are as follows for each operating system. ■ Windows 10 1 Right-click the Start button (Windows logo) in the lower left of the screen. • In desktop mode (from the desktop screen) The same operation is possible by pressing Win+X. 2 3 In the shortcut menu displayed in the lower left, click [Control Panel]. Click [View network status and tasks].
Menu Description 5 For a wired connection, right-click [Ethernet], or for a wireless connection, right-click [Wi-Fi]. Next, click [Properties]. 6 In the [This connection uses the following items] list, select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] and click the [Properties] button. Make a note of the original network settings (IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, etc). 7 Select [Use the following IP address] and set the IP address and subnet mask. The projector’s own default IP address is 192.
Menu Description ■ Mac OS X 1 2 Open the Apple Menu and select [System Preferences]. 3 For a wired connection, select [Built-in Ethernet], or for a wireless connection, select [Wi-Fi]. Next, click the [TCP/IP] tab. Make a note of the original network settings (IP address, subnet mask, router, DNS server, and so on). 4 Create a new network environment and set the IP address and subnet mask. The projector’s own default IP address is 192.168.254.254 for wired connections and 192.168.253.
Menu Description The following information is displayed. Network Multiple Projection Download For downloading the Networked Multi-Projection (NMPJ) program.* Projector control Displays the projector control screen. Settings Shows the settings screen.
Menu Description 4 Enter the user name and password on the password input window, then click [OK]. The factory default user name is “root” and the password is “system”. The settings screen is displayed. Complete the network settings on this screen. To control the projector from the computer, click [Projector control]. (P145) 1 Select a function to set up from the settings screen menu.
Menu Description 2 Enter setting details in the fields shown (1), and then click [OK] (2). (1) (2) 3 A confirmation window appears. Check the contents and if they are correct, click [Apply]. The settings are applied to the projector. Selecting [Wired], [Wireless], or [Password] in the menu will cause this message to be displayed: “Save completed. Please change setting and reconnect.” If you select functions other than above, “Save completed” is displayed.
Menu Description Setting a Password [Password] From [Password] in the settings screen, you can set a user name and password for web screen login. For the setting procedure, refer to “Network Setting” (P131). Item Explanation Factory default setting New password When logging into the web screen, enter the password in 1-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (4 -15 characters). system Confirm new password For confirmation, enter the same password that you entered in [New password].
Menu Description Basic Wired Network Settings [Wired] From [Wired] on the settings screen, you can complete basic network information for wired connections. For the setting procedure, refer to “Network Setting” (P131). Item Explanation Factory default setting MAC address Shows the projector’s wired MAC address. The projector’s wired MAC address DHCP Select whether to turn the DHCP function on or off for wired connections.
Menu Description Basic Wireless Network Settings [Wireless] From [Wireless] on the settings screen, you can complete basic network information for wireless connections. For the setting procedure, refer to “Network Setting” (P131). Explanation Factory default setting Shows the projector’s wireless MAC address. The projector’s wireless MAC address DHCP Select whether to turn the DHCP function on or off for wireless connections.
Menu Description Item Explanation Factory default setting Channel Shows the wireless channel number. When [Mode] is set to projector access point (PJ AP) mode, a channel can be selected. 1 Key ID Select the wireless WEP key ID. 1 Key type Select the wireless security key input type. ASCII Key Enter the wireless security key. If settings related to TCP/IP were changed, it is necessary to disconnect and reconnect to the network.
Menu Description Setting Up Email [Mail] From [Mail] in the settings screen, you can set the items necessary to send error mails and test mails. For the setting procedure, refer to “Network Setting” (P131). Item Explanation Factory default setting MailUserAccount Cc: Enter the CC address for error mails in 1byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (1 - 63 characters). From: Enter the sender address for error mails in 1-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (1 - 63 characters).
Menu Description Mail Authentication Settings [Mail auth] From [Mail auth] in the settings screen, you can configure the settings for authentication of mail that is sent when an error occurs. For the setting procedure, refer to “Network Setting” (P131). Item Explanation Factory default setting Mail authentication Select the mail authentication method. If OFF is selected, the other mail authentication settings cannot be changed.
Menu Description Sending a Test Mail [Send test mail] From [Send test mail] in the settings screen, you can send a test mail to the mail address that was set in [Mail]. The settings cannot be changed from this screen. Item Explanation The recipient address which was set from [Mail] in the settings screen (P137) is displayed. Cc: The CC address which was set from [Mail] in the settings screen (P137) is displayed.
Menu Description Item Explanation Factory default setting SNMP Select the SNMP function version. If OFF is selected, the SNMP function will be turned off and the other settings in this screen cannot be changed. OFF Receive community Enter the community name which will receive projector information in 1-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (1 - 15 characters). Password Enter the community settings password in 1-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols (8 - 15 characters).
Menu Description Setting PJLink [PJLink] From [PJLink] in the settings screen, you can set the PJLink functions which are the standard for projector management on a network. For the setting procedure, refer to “Network Setting” (P131). For information about PJLink, refer to “What is PJLink?” (P125). Explanation Factory default setting Turn the PJLink function on or off. If OFF is selected, the PJLink function will be turned off and the other settings in this screen cannot be changed.
Menu Description Setting Errors When a setting-related error occurs, the error name is displayed on the screen, and a “!” mark is displayed next to the input field which caused the error. The error meanings are as shown below. Error Meaning Input error A setting outside the valid range was set on the settings screen. Password setting error The set password and confirmation password did not match. Invalid SMTP The SMTP server IP address has not been set. System failed to connect SMTP server.
Menu Description Resetting Network Settings to the Default Settings Perform steps 1 - 3 on “Displaying the Network Configuration Screen” (P129) to display the settings screen. 2 Click [Initialize]. 3 A confirmation window appears. Click [OK].
Menu Description ■ Error Notification Mails The messages shown in the following error list are sent when an error occurs in the projector.
Menu Description Controlling the Projector from a Computer The projector can be controlled from a computer over a wired or wireless network connection. 1 2 Turn on the computer and projector. Launch a web browser, enter “http://(projector IP address)” in the address bar, and press the Enter key. The projector web screen appears. The projector’s own default IP address is 192.168.254.254 for wired connections and 192.168.253.254 for wireless connections.
Menu Description Item 5 Explanation Split screen Select the setting for split-screen mode and click [Apply] to switch to split-screen projection. (P79, P157) Split screen control Select the control rights setting for split-screen mode and click [Apply] to switch the side currently under control. (P79) Information The control results and control error information are displayed at the top of the screen. When the operations are finished, click [Back to top] to return the initial web screen.
Menu Description Checking Projector Information You can check information about the signal types of the images projected and other information. Menu Function Input signal Details of the input signal currently selected Information such as the type, resolution, frequency, and color format of the signal is displayed. Firmware Current firmware version Serial no. Serial number unique to this projector IP address (wired)* IP address for wired connections.
Menu Description Some values may not be displayed, depending on whether wired or wireless functions are enabled or disabled.
Advanced Projection Projecting Images on a USB Flash Drive JPEG images stored on a USB flash drive connected to the projector can be projected as follows. Individual images can be selected for projection, or you can project all images in a slideshow. JPEG images up to 10912×8640 can be projected. • USB flash drives with security features are not recognized by the projector and cannot be selected as the image source.
Advanced Projection 3 Select a file to project. Motion blur reduction is not available when projecting JPEG files on a USB flash drive. (P106) 4 Switch to other images as needed. To switch to the previous image, press the [ ] button. To switch to the next image, press the [ ] button. To rotate images left 90°, press the [ ] button. To rotate images right 90°, press the [ ] button. 5 After projection is finished, remove the USB flash drive.
Advanced Projection Description of USB File Browser If a USB flash memory is connected to the projector, the USB file browser appears. In the USB file browser, you can select the image file to be projected by operating the file list in the USB memory device. Thumbnail view List view (1) (1) (5) (2) (2) (3) (3) (4) (4) (1) List title Identifies the current USB flash drive and number of pages in the file list displayed.
Advanced Projection Selecting an Image for Projection This section describes the steps for selecting an image in the USB file browser and projecting on the screen. ■ Selecting a Drive This step may not be necessary when a USB flash drive is connected directly to the projector’s USB port. If a USB memory card reader having multiple memory slots is connected, the drive (memory slot) list is displayed in the file list.
Advanced Projection Running a Slideshow of Data Saved in a USB Flash Memory Multiple images on a USB flash drive can be projected consecutively, with each shown for a specific interval. ■ Creating an Image File Folder During slideshows, files in a folder are projected in alphabetical order by file name. Keep this in mind when preparing the files in a folder on the USB flash drive. ■ Setting a Slideshow Interval Set the projection interval in [Slideshow interval] (P81) in the menu.
Advanced Projection Using PC-Free Multi Projection A JPEG image on a USB flash drive can be divided among up to nine projectors and combined into a single, large image. With this feature, the projector that produces the image in the upper left is called the Master projector and the other eight, Slave projectors. The image as a whole is controlled by the Master projector. USB flash drive Master Slave Slave Slave ■ Preparing for Projection 1 Set up the projectors.
Advanced Projection 4 Configure one projector as the Master projector. In the [Input settings] menu, configure the following settings in [PC-free multi projection]. • [Layout pattern setting] Specify the total number of projectors and the layout pattern. No.
Advanced Projection 5 Check the projectors you are streaming to. Check the layout pattern numbers, as used in streaming from the Master projector. In the [Input settings] menu, select [PC-free multi projection] > [Destination projector setting] > [Confirm]. 2 4 3 Setting on the Master projector • Layout setting 1 2 3 4 If the image does not switch to the image for the corresponding number, adjust the IP address setting.
Advanced Projection Split-Screen Display Two input images can be projected side by side. This is split-screen display. When you activate split-screen display, the current image is shown on the left side, and the new image is shown at right. You can change the source of images shown on each side by pressing the INPUT button. However, you cannot specify the same input signal (terminal) as the source for both sides. • Network and USB input cannot be combined for split-screen display.
Advanced Projection • If you specify [LAN] or [USB] as an input signal, the screen width is evenly divided between the left and right areas. (P79) • When projection resumes from standby or after the lamp is momentarily turned off in split-screen mode, display reverts to single-image mode (showing the input signal for the side with control rights).
Advanced Projection Projecting from Multiple Projectors at Once (Edge Blending) Overlapping edges of images from multiple projectors used together can be blended to make the overall image more seamless. ■ Basic Instructions Follow these steps when using two projectors side by side. 1 In the [Install settings] menu, select [Professional settings] > [Edge blending] > [Adjust]. • If you have already completed edge blending settings, selecting [Adjust] will apply them.
Advanced Projection ■ Color Adjustment In overlapping projection, portions of images in the overlapping area that pick up other colors or are miscolored may be more noticeable. You can make this overlapping area appear less distracting by performing Color blending adjustment. 1 In the [Install settings] menu, select [Professional settings] > [Edge blending] > [Adjust] > [Color blending adjustment] > [Adjust].
Advanced Projection 1 In the [Install settings] menu, select [Professional settings] > [Edge blending] > [Adjust] > [Black level adjustment] > [Adjust]. 2 3 Select [Adjustment type] > [Black level]. After selecting [D-area base], as you watch the image, adjust the values so that the brightness and colors of the blending area and area D match. Adjust [D-area base] to lighten the black level, and adjust [Red], [Green], and [Blue] to obtain an optimal black level color tone, as needed.
Advanced Projection 3 Select [B-width], and then specify the width of area B. Adjust the width of area B to roughly match the area where the black level is noticeable. This will make the width of area D narrower. 4 Select [Adjustment type] > [Black level]. Adjust [B-area base] as you watch the image. Results of adjusting the black level of area B are applied to all sides. 5 6 As you watch the image, adjust the width of areas A, B, and C. Readjust the black level of area B, as needed.
Advanced Projection 3 Select a point to adjust, and move it so that the image as a whole looks symmetrical. 4 As you watch the projected images, fine-tune markers of the projector you are adjusting so that they overlap the reference projector markers as much as possible. Image from reference projector Image from the projector adjusted Set the reference projector’s edge-blending markers to [Off] (P159).
Safety Instructions Before Use Other Information Installation Procedure Basic Guide Connection Procedure Projection Procedure Convenient Features Advanced Guide Other Information 165 Using Menus Menu Description Advanced Projection Maintenance Product Specifications Troubleshooting
Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Clean the projector frequently to prevent dust from settling on the surface. A dirty lens may ruin the quality of the projected image. Do not use adhesives, lubricants, oils, or alkaline detergents for maintenance of the projector. They could adhere to the cabinet and damage it, possibly resulting in the projector falling from its mounting and causing an accident or personal injury.
Maintenance Follow the procedure below when cleaning the air filter. 2 As you press the top and bottom of the air filter cover to release the lock, remove the cover. 3 Open the filter cover and remove it. 4 Remove the air filter. 5 Hook your finger around the air filter handle on the front of the projector and remove the air filter. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean off the dust. 6 Follow this procedure in reverse to install the clean air filter.
Maintenance • If the air filter cleaning screen is displayed when turning on the projector after cleaning the air filter, select [Yes] and press the OK button. The air filter counter is reset, and the message is no longer displayed. • This screen is not displayed when [Air filter warning display] is set to [Off]. (P98) Reset the air filter counter manually. (P109) Replacing the Air Filter This projector uses the following air filter. Air filter part no.
Maintenance 4 Remove the air filter. 5 Follow this procedure in reverse to install a new air filter. • Handle the air filter carefully. If damaged, the air filter will not work properly. • We recommend cleaning or replacing the air filter (Part No.: RS-FL02) when you replace the lamp. Replacing the Lamp When the usage time of the lamp exceeds a certain amount of time, the following message (two types) is displayed for 10 seconds every time the projector is turned on.
Maintenance 3,000 hours or more If a lamp replacement message is displayed, refer to “Lamp Replacement Procedure” (P171). • Only the POWER button is available while this screen is displayed. • When you press the POWER button, the “Push POWER button again to turn off power.” message appears. • When this screen has disappeared after being displayed for 10 seconds, all buttons become operable. • You can check the usage time of the lamp in [Lamp counter] in the [System settings] menu.
Maintenance • Be sure to use the specified lamp. • Contact the Canon Customer Support Center for further information. This can also be purchased from the Canon website. • Do not touch the inner glass surface when you replace the lamp. Doing so may cause deterioration to the projector’s performance. • Handle lamps with care. Impact or abrasion may cause lamps to rupture while they are in use. • When replacing the lamp, do not remove any screws other than those specified.
Maintenance 4 Loosen the three screws securing the lamp unit. 5 Remove the lamp unit. 6 7 Follow this procedure in reverse to install a new lamp unit. 8 Select [Reset] - [Yes] to reset the lamp counter. Turn on the power. Bring up the menu and select [System settings] > [Other settings] > [Lamp counter].
Maintenance • We recommend cleaning or replacing the air filter (part no.: RS-FL02) when you replace the lamp. • To order air filters, contact the Canon Customer Support Center. ■ If the Lamp Cover Comes Off Align the point of attachment on the lamp cover with the groove on the projector and gently push the lamp cover to attach it.
Product Specifications Relationship between Aspect and Screen Aspect This section describes the relationship between screen aspect (P60) and aspect (P62). Select an optimum aspect ratio of the projected image (screen aspect) or an optimum screen mode (aspect) according to the aspect ratio of the screen, type of input image signal and so on for the projection to make best use of the screen size.
Product Specifications ■ When projecting at the original aspect ratio on a 16:9 screen Original Aspect Ratio Screen aspect setting (P60) Aspect setting (P62) (16:10) 1920 x 1200 1440 x 900 1280 x 800 (16:9) 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 Screen image [Auto] [16:9] [16:9 D.
Product Specifications ■ When projecting to fill a 16:10 screen Original Aspect Ratio Screen aspect setting (P60) Aspect setting (P62) (16:10) 1920 x 1200 1440 x 900 1280 x 800 (16:9) 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 Screen image [16:10] [Auto] [16:10] [16:10] (4:3) 1600 x 1200 1400 x 1050 640 x 480 [16:10] ■ When projecting to fill a 16:9 screen Original Aspect Ratio Screen aspect setting (P60) Aspect setting (P62) (16:10) 1920 x 1200 1440 x 900 1280 x 800 (16:9) 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 [16:9] [16:9]
Product Specifications ■ When projecting to fill a 4:3 screen Original Aspect Ratio Screen aspect setting (P60) Aspect setting (P62) (16:10) 1920 x 1200 1440 x 900 1280 x 800 (16:9) 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 Screen image [4:3] [4:3] [4:3 D.
Product Specifications Displayed Test Patterns To access the test pattern menu, from the [Install settings] menu, select [Test pattern] > [On] (P98). While the test pattern is displayed, you can use the [ ] / [ ] buttons to switch patterns. Also, if there is an option pattern available, you can use the [ ] / [ ] buttons to switch pattern. A dialog box is shown during test pattern display that identifies the current test pattern and provides operating instructions.
Product Specifications Supported Signal Types This projector supports the following signal types. If your computer or AV equipment is compatible with any one of these signal types, the projector’s Auto PC function selects the input signal type to project an image appropriately.
Product Specifications Resolution (dots) Signal type 1080PsF (1920 x 1080i) – 1920 x 1200 D-WUXGA Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency (Hz) (kHz) 27.000 24.000 28.125 25.000 33.750 30.000 74.038 59.
Product Specifications ■ Projector Model name WUX500 WUX450ST RGB liquid crystal system: reflective (LCOS) : 3 panels Optical system Color separation by dichroic mirror / polarizing beam splitter and color composition by prism Display device Display system Type / No. of panels Reflective liquid crystal panel (LCOS) / 3 panels Size / Aspect ratio 0.71'' / 16:10 Drive system Active matrix system Number dots / Total number dots 2,304,000 (1920 x 1200) x 3 panels / 6,912,000 – / 8.8 mm / f2.
Product Specifications Input terminal Model name DVI-I terminal (29-pin DVI connector) Analog PC, Digital PC HDMI terminal HDMI (deep color only) ANALOG PC / COMPONENT terminal (mini D-sub 15-pin) Analog PC, Component WUX450ST HDBaseT terminal (RJ-45) Networked multi-projection, HDBaseT LAN terminal (RJ-45) Networked multi-projection USB Port (USB Mass Storage Class) JPEG images CONTROL terminal (RS-232C (D-sub 9-pin)) User commands REMOTE terminal (3.
Product Specifications Model name WUX500 WUX450ST 5.9 kg / 13.0 lbs Accessories Remote control, remote control dry-cell batteries, power cord, lens cap, PC cable, Important Information, User’s Manual (CD-ROM) and Warranty Card Wireless connectivity Mass Standards IEEE802.11b/g/n Supported channels 1 CH - 11 CH Frequency band 2.4 GHz 6.3 kg / 13.9 lbs *1 In full power lamp mode *2 Compliance with ISO21118-2012 * 99.99% or more of the LCD panel pixels are effective. During projection, 0.
Product Specifications ■ External View WUX500 Bolt holes (M6 x 4) for installation of ceiling attachment 136 mm (5.4") 337 mm (13.3") 370 mm (14.6") WUX450ST Bolt holes (M6 x 4) for installation of ceiling attachment 337 mm (13.3") 301 mm (11.9") 118 mm (4.6") 289 mm (11.3") 144.5 mm 144.5 mm (5.7") (5.7") 362 mm (14.3") 136 mm (5.4") 72 mm (2.8") 33 mm (1.3") 91.5 mm (3.6") 301 mm (11.9") 289 mm (11.3") 144.5 mm 144.5 mm (5.7") (5.7") 362 mm (14.3") 118 mm (4.6") 91.5 mm (3.
Product Specifications ■ ANALOG PC-2 / COMPONENT Terminal This terminal is used as a computer ANALOG PC input or COMPONENT terminal. Use a D-sub computer cable. The terminal specifications for the ANALOG PC input and COMPONENT input are the same. Mini D-sub 15-pin Pin No. 1 R Signal 2 G 3 4 B OPEN Ground (Horizontal sync.) Ground (R) Ground (G) Ground (B) 5 6 7 8 Pin No. Signal 9 +5 V power Ground 10 (Vertical sync.) 11 Ground 12 DDC data 13 Horizontal sync. 14 15 Vertical sync.
Product Specifications User commands Commands Power on Power supply ASCII representation POWER=ON 50h 4Fh 57h 45h 52h 3Dh 4Fh 4Eh 0Dh POWER=OFF 50h 4Fh 57h 45h 52h 3Dh 4Fh 46h 46h 0Dh GET=POWER 47h 45h 54h 3Dh 50h 4Fh 57h 45h 52h 0Dh HDMI INPUT=HDMI 49h 4Eh 50h 55h 54h 3Dh 48h 44h 4Dh 49h 0Dh Digital PC INPUT=D-RGB 49h 4Eh 50h 55h 54h 3Dh 44h 2Dh 52h 47h 42h 0Dh Analog PC-1 INPUT=A-RGB1 49h 4Eh 50h 55h 54h 3Dh 41h 2Dh 52h 47h 42h 31h 0Dh Analog PC-2 INPUT=A-RGB2
Product Specifications Commands Sharpness Sharpness value setting Sharpness acquisition Contrast ASCII representation SHARP= GET=SHARP 47h 45h 54h 3Dh 53h 48h 41h 52h 50h 0Dh Contrast value CONT= setting Contrast acquisition Auto ASPECT=AUTO 41h 53h 50h 45h 43h 54h 3Dh 41h 55h 54h 4Fh 0Dh 4:3 ASPECT=4:3 41h 53h 50h 45h 43h 54h 3Dh 34h 3Ah 33h 0Dh 16:9 ASPECT=16:9 41h 53h 50h 45h 43h 54h 3Dh 31h 36h 3Ah 39h 0Dh 16:10 ASPECT=16:10 41h 53h 50h 45h 43h
Troubleshooting LED Indicator Details When there is a problem with the projector, the LED indicator on the side of the projector illuminates or flashes continuously after the projector is turned off. • Wait until the cooling fan stops and disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet before dealing with the problem. LED indicator Meaning Cause and countermeasure status WARNING and Temperature The temperature inside the projector is too high for TEMP are lit.
Troubleshooting LED indicator Meaning status WARNING Filter error (only) flashes 3 times repeatedly. Cause and countermeasure The air filter is not installed. Check whether or not the air filter is installed correctly. Contact the Canon Customer Support Center if the same warning occurs again. Symptoms and Solutions ■ You Cannot Turn on the Projector Cause The power cord is not connected correctly. The power cord has just been connected. The lamp cover is open.
Troubleshooting ■ You Cannot Project an Image from the Projector Cause A cable is not connected correctly. 20 seconds have not elapsed since the projector was turned on. No image is sent from the AV equipment. Connection with the input terminal has not been performed correctly. No input signal type has been selected for the connected AV equipment. The input signal type is incorrect. The BLANK function has been selected. No image is projected due to a problem with the computer.
Troubleshooting Cause Images on a USB flash drive cannot be projected. The LAN cable (shielded twisted pair) is not connected correctly. Countermeasure Projection from USB flash drives requires JPEG images with a resolution not exceeding 10912x8640, single-byte alphanumeric file names, and a FATformatted drive. When [LAN] is selected in the [Input] menu, check whether the LAN cable (shielded twisted pair) is connected to the projector correctly.
Troubleshooting Cause Video is blurred. Motion blur reduction is not available. The sharpness setting is not available. Countermeasure Activate motion blur reduction. (P106) Motion blur reduction is not available in projection using USB flash drives or networked multi-projection. Sharpness cannot be adjusted during split-screen display. ■ You Cannot Project an Image Appropriately Cause The projected image is inverted in the vertical or horizontal direction.
Troubleshooting ■ The Projector Cannot Join the Network Cause The LAN cable (shielded twisted pair) is not connected correctly. [HDBaseT] was changed from [On] to [Off] while [Communication settings] > [Wired network] was set to [HDBaseT]. Countermeasure Check whether the LAN cable (shielded twisted pair) is connected to the projector correctly. (P112) Configure the [HDBaseT] setting again as follows. (P104) 1. Change the [HDBaseT] setting from [Off] to [On] again. 2.
Troubleshooting ■ You Cannot Operate the Remote Control Cause Countermeasure Batteries are not installed properly or they have run out. You are operating the remote control from the outside of the remote control operating range. There is an obstacle between the projector and the remote control. Check whether batteries are installed correctly. If batteries are installed correctly, replace them with new batteries.
Index Numerics E 6-axis color adjust ............................. 87 Edge blending .......................6, 93, 159 Effect of ambient light........................85 A F Adjusting keystone distortion ............ 64 Air filter............................................ 168 Ambient light ..................................... 85 AMX Device Discovery ................... 126 Analog PC......................................... 55 ANALOG PC-1 / DVI-I terminal......... 35 ANALOG PC-2 / COMPONENT terminal...
Index M Sharpness .........................................84 Side control ....................................... 32 Signal type ......................................179 Slideshows ..........................79, 81, 153 Split-screen display .........................157 Supported Signal Types ..................179 System settings ...........................72, 99 Memory color correction ................... 86 Menu ................................................. 72 N Network password ..................
Option • Lamp Part No.: RS-LP08 • Ceiling attachment Part No.: RS-CL14 (WUX500) • Ceiling attachment Part No.: RS-CL16 (WUX450ST) • Ceiling-mount pipe (400 - 600 mm / 15.7 - 23.6 in) Part No.: RS-CL08* • Ceiling-mount pipe (600 - 1000 mm / 23.6 - 39.4 in) Part No.: RS-CL09* • Air filter Part No.: RS-FL02 • Remote control Part No.: RS-RC05 • Remote control Part No.: RS-RC06 • Option feet Part No.: RS-FT01 * Use the above materials to hang the projector from the ceiling.
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