IN5542/IN5542c/IN5544/IN5544c User's Manual (concise) Thank you for purchasing this product. Before using this product, please read through this manual in order to use this product well and safely. NOTE * In this manual, unless any comments are accompanied, “the manuals” means all the documents provided with this product, and “the product” means this projector and all the accessories came with the projector. WARNING ● Read all the manuals before using the product.
1. First of all 1.1 Entries and graphical symbols explanation The following entries and graphical symbols are used for the manuals and the product as follows, for safety purpose. Please know their meanings beforehand, and heed them. WARNING CAUTION NOTICE This entry warns of a risk of serious personal injury or even death. This entry warns of a risk of personal injury or physical damage. This entry notices of fear of causing trouble. 1.
1.3 Regulatory notices WARNING : This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 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.
1.3 Regulatory notices (continued) About Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or discarded batteries or accumulators as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available.
2. Checking the contents of package Soon after purchasing this product, check that all the following items are included in the package. If any items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.
4. Placing the projector Read this chapter through first. Then install the projector into place. 4.1 Installation environment This product must be installed in a stable, cool and airy location. Check your installation environment in accordance with the following. WARNING ● Do not place the product on an unstable surface surface such as an uneven, tilted, or vibrating location.
Refer to the following to arrange the projector and your screen. The values shown in the following table were calculated for the model IN5542/IN5542c with the standard lens unit LENS-068. See the lens unit user’s manual for your specific situation. The values differ for every combination of the projector and the lens unit. * The values shown in the table are calculated for full size screen 1024 x 768.
4.4 Placement Heed the following and install the projector in accordance with the preceding paragraph 4.3. WARNING ● Keep the projector away from anything that could catch fire. ● Do not block or cover the openings on the projector, and keep sufficient space for ventilation around the projector. - Do not use the projector on a cushioned surface such a rug, a carpet or bedding. - Keep the projector away from light-weight materials such as a piece of paper that can stick to the intake holes.
Before connecting the projector to your devices, check the device manual to ensure that the device is compatible with this projector and to check what is required for the connection. Consult your dealer when the required accessory did not come with the product or the accessory is damaged. It may be regulated under some standard. After making sure that the projector and the devices are turned off, perform the connection, according to the following instructions. Refer to the illustrations on subsequent pages.
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6. Connecting to a power supply In accordance with the warnings shown below, connect the AC inlet of the projector to the proper power outlet. The following walks you through the connection. 1. Make sure that the power switch of the projector is set to the off-position (marked with “O”). 2. Insert the socket end of the power cord into the AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector. 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power outlet.
7. Preparing the remote control 7.1 Putting the batteries The remote control needs two batteries of the following type. Hitachi Maxell or Hitachi Maxell Energy part number AA Alkaline (LR6 or R6P) Batteries not included. The following walks you through loading batteries into the remote control. 1. Remove the battery cover in the back of the remote control. Push lightly the knob of the battery cover while pulling it up. 2.
7.2 Transmitting condition The remote control works with the remote sensors on the projector using infrared light (Class 1 LED). The remote sensor senses the remote control signals within the range of (to right and left) and about 3 meters from the sensor. Remote sensors NOTE * You can inactivate one or two of the three sensors using the item REMOTE RECEIVE. of the SERVICE menu under the OPTION menu.
8. Turning the projector on/off 1. Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. 2. Press down the side marked “I” on the power switch. The POWER indicator will light up in steady orange. Wait for the buttons to become ready. It may take several seconds. 3. Press the STANDBY/ON button (on the projector or the remote control). The projection lamp will light up and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in green.
9. Projecting images The basic operation of this product is shown in this chapter. For details, please refer to the manuals in the CD “User’s Manual (detailed)”( 23).
9.4 Adjusting the projection position WARNING ● Do not lengthen the elevator feet more than 30 mm. If the foot is lengthened beyond this limit, it may come off and drop the projector down, possibly causing an injury or damaging the projector. CAUTION ● Do not place the projector with an inclination more than 5 degrees. Leaning the projector beyond this limit could cause malfunction and shorten the life of the projector.
Remote control Control panel STANDBY/ON LASER INDICATOR Cursor buttons BLANK button STANDBY/ON MY SOURCE COMPUTER VIDEO ID 1 ID 3 ID 2 ID 4 DIGITAL BLANK LASER MENU ENTER LENS SHIFT COMPUTER ZOOM VIDEO FOCUS DIGITAL SHUTTER SHUTTER indicator SHUTTER button MENU FREEZE ASPECT SHUTTER RESET PbyP AUTO POSITION MY BUTTON MAGNIFY 1 3 ON 2 4 OFF FOCUS ZOOM + + KEYSTONE LENS SHIFT - - 9.
10. Maintenance 10.1 Lamp unit A worn out lamp bulb could burn or burst. It is recommended to keep a spare lamp unit on hand and to replace the lamp unit when the projected image darkens or color reproduction becomes poor. To purchase a spare, contact your dealer and tell the following type number. Optional lamp part number: SP-LAMP-079 If the projector is installed in a special state such as ceiling mount, or if the lamp bulb has broken, also ask the dealer to replace the lamp unit.
WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE ● The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. In addition, when the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and for gas containing mercury to escape from the projector’s vent holes.
To keep the interior venting properly, keep a spare and replace the filter unit periodically, although frequent replacement is not needed for this product. To purchase a spare, contact your dealer and tell the following type number. Optional filter part number: SP-FILTER-01 The following walks you through the steps to replace the filter unit. 1. Make sure that the projector is unplugged and cooled down. 2. Use a vacuum cleaner on and around the filter cover. 3.
10.3 Internal clock battery This projector can be loaded with a battery for the internal clock that the network function needs. When the clock does not work correctly, ask your dealer to check the battery and to replace if needed. For replacement, prepare a new battery of the following type. You can buy it at the store or order it from your dealer. Hitachi Maxell or Hitachi Maxell Energy part Number CR2032 or CR2032H (Battery not included.
The detailed manuals for this product are on the CD titled “User’s Manual (detailed)” which came with this product. Before using the CD, read the following to ensure the proper use. System requirements For using the CD manual, the following system is required. Windows®: OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98, Windows® 98SE, Windows NT® 4.0, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000/Windows® XP, or the later CPU: Pentium® processor 133MHz / Memory: 32MB or more Macintosh®: OS: Mac OS® 10.
12. Specifications The general specifications of this product are shown below. Item Product name Specifications Liquid crystal projector TFT active matrix drive system Liquid crystal panel IN5542/ IN5542c 3.3 cm (1.3 type), 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) IN5544/ IN5544c 3.1 cm (1.22type), 1,092,800 pixels (1366 horizontal x 800 vertical) Lamp 350 W UHB Power supply AC 110-120V/6.0A, AC 220-240V/3.1A Power consumption 540W Temperature range 5 to 35°C (Operating) Ports HDMI...
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13. Troubleshooting – Warranty and after service If an abnormality (ex. the projector smokes, smells strange, is broken or has liquid or an object inside) should occur with this product, stop using the projector immediately. After ensuring that there is no emergency, ask your dealer to check and repair the product. If an abnormality has not occured, please refer to the “Troubleshooting” section of the Operating Guide on the CD first. It may help you resolve the problem.
Projector IN5542/IN5542c/IN5544/IN5544c User's Manual (detailed) – Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, please read the "User's Manual (concise)" and related manuals to ensure the proper use of this product. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference. About this manual Various symbols are used in this manual. The meanings of these symbols are described below.
Contents Contents About this manual. . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Projector features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important safety instruction (for the moving). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Checking the contents of package. . . 4 Attaching the lens unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Projector. . . . .
Introduction Introduction Projector features This projector can project various picture signals onto a screen. This projector requires only a minimal installation space and can produce a large projected image from a very short distance. In addition, the projector has the following features to allow for many different installation applications. ü The HDMI port can support a variety of image equipment which has a digital interface to get clearer images on a screen.
Introduction Checking the contents of package Soon after purchasing this product, verify that all the following items are included in the package. If any items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.
Part names Part names Front ring Front cover Projector (1) Dust protector (2) Remote sensors (x 2) (&17) (3) Exhaust vents (4) Filter cover (&69) The filter unit and intake vent are inside. (5) Control panel (&6) (6) Rear panel (&6) (7) Reset switch (&73) (8) Lamp cover (&67) The lamp unit is inside.
Part names Control panel (1) STANDBY/ON button (&19,20) (2) Cursor buttons ( ▲/▼/◄/► ) (&28) (3) MENU button (&28) (4) COMPUTER button (&22) (5) VIDEO button (&22) The indicator (6) DIGITAL button (&22) (7) LENS SHIFT button (&21) will light green (8) ZOOM button (&21) when the (9) FOCUS button (&21) OSD menu is (10) SHUTTER button (&26) displayed. (1) STANDBY/ON (2) (3) The (4) selected input port's (5) indicator will (6) light green.
Part names Remote control (1) Laser pointer (&18) It is a beam outlet.
Setting up Setting up Read this chapter through first before installing the projector. Installation environment This product must be installed in a stable, cool and airy location. Check your installation environment in accordance with the following. WARNING ►Do not place the product on an unstable surface surface such as an uneven, tilted, or vibrating location.
Setting up Projection distance Refer to the following to arrange the projector and your screen. The values shown in the following table were calculated for the model IN5542/IN5542c with the standard lens unit LENS-068 that is adjusted to the center position. See the lens unit user's manual for your specific situation. The values differ for every combination of the projector and the lens unit.
Setting up Placement When installing the projector according to the previous section "Projection distance" (&9) heed the following information WARNING ►Keep the projector away from anything that is easy to catch fire. ►Do not block or cover the openings on the projector, and keep sufficient space for ventilation around the projector. • Do not use the projector on a cushioned surface such a rug, a carpet or bedding.
Setting up Connecting with your devices Before connecting the projector to your devices, check the device manual to ensure that the device is compatible with this projector and to check what is required for the connection. Consult your dealer when the required accessory did not come with the product or the accessory is damaged. It may be regulated by some standards. After making sure that the projector and the devices are turned off, perform the connection, according to the following instructions.
Setting up Connecting your devices (continued) Example of connecting to VCR or DVD players Digital signal input Video signal input S-VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUT Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr S-VIDEO VIDEOOUT VIDEO COMPONENT OUT OUT Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr OUT HDMI HDMI LAN LAN DVI-D REMOTE CONTROL OUT CONTROL HDMI HDMI CONTROL IN DVI-D REMOTE IN CONTROL IN CONTROL OUT CONTROL IN MONITOR OUT S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT S-VIDEO COMPUTER IN1 COMPUTER IN2 OUT VIDEO 1 COMPUTER BNC IN1 COMPUTER IN2 OUT VIDEO 1 R/Cr/Pr R/Cr/P
Setting up Connecting your devices (continued) RGB OUT Example of connecting to another projector or display device Computer signal input Control from the computer RS-232C RGB OUT R LASE ATOR INDIC Y/ON NDB STA MY RCE SOU ER PUT COM O VIDE ID ID TAL DIGI 3 1 ID ID 4 R LASE 2 K BLAN ER ENT U MEN T RESE N ITIO POS TER EZE FRE SHUT O ECT ASP NIFY AUT PbyP MY MAG ON TON 3 BUT 1 OFF 4 NE STO KEY 2 M ZOO US FOC + T S SHIF + LEN - Wired remote control - LAN HD
Setting up Connecting your devices (continued) NOTE • Be sure to read the device manuals before connecting them to the projector, and make sure that all the devices are suitable to be connected with this product. • Before connecting to a PC, check the signal level, signal timing, and resolution. - Be sure to consult with the network administrator. Do not connect LAN port to any network that might have excessive voltage. - Some signals may require an adapter to be input into this projector.
Setting up Connecting power supply In accordance with the warnings shown below, connect the AC inlet of the projector to the proper power outlet. The following walks you through the connection. Make sure that the power switch of the projector is set to the off-position (marked with “O”). Insert the socket end of the power cord into the AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power outlet. 1. 2. 3.
Remote control Remote control Putting batteries The remote control needs two batteries of the following type. Hitachi Maxell or Hitachi Maxell Energy part number AA Alkaline (LR6 or R6P) Batteries not included. The following walks you through loading batteries into the remote control. the battery cover in the back of the 1. Remove remote control. Push lightly the knob of the battery cover while pulling it up. the batteries into the battery holder, according to the 2.
Remote control Transmitting condition The remote control works with the remote sensors on the projector using infrared light (Class 1 LED). The remote sensor senses the remote control signals within the range of (to right and left) and about 3 meters from the sensor. Remote sensors Remote sensor 30º 30º STANDB Y/ON MY SOURCE COMPUT ID 1 ID 3 ID 2 BLANK LASER INDICATOR ID 4 ER Approx.
Remote control Using the REMOTE ID function This function defines which projector is controlled by the remote control. Utilize this function when you use multiple projectors of the same type simultaneously. STANDBY/ON MY SOURCE COMPUTER Set the ID number to the projector beforehand, VIDEO referring to the item “REMOTE ID” item (&52). ID 1 ID 3 DIGITAL Press a ID button on the remote control. The ID button ID 4 ID 2 selected will light for 3 seconds. LASER INDICATOR 1. 2.
Operating Operating Turning on The following walks you through the steps to turn the projector on. For other devices, follow the manual of each. Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. Power POWER indicator Press down the side marked “I” on the power switch switch. The POWER indicator will light solid orange. Then wait for the buttons to become ready. It may take several seconds. 1. 2.
Operating Turning off The following walks you through the steps to turn the projector off. the STANDBY/ON button on the projector 1. Press or the remote control. The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. 2. Press the STANDBY/ON button again while the message is shown. The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin blinking orange. Then the POWER indicator will stop blinking and light solid orange when lamp cooling is complete. 3.
Operating Using the functions for the lens ZOOM / FOCUS Press the ZOOM / FOCUS button. The ZOOM / FOCUS dialog will appear. Adjust the zoom / focus using the ◄/► button while the dialog is displayed. Press the ▼ button to select "EXIT" on the dialog. It closes the OSD menu. NOTE • The adjustable range of ZOOM and FOCUS varies depending on the lens unit mounted on the projector to maintain picture quality. Therefore ZOOM or FOCUS adjustments may not reach the end of the bar indicators in the dialog.
Operating Displaying and switching the image the COMPUTER button to select an input port for the 1. Press RGB signal. Each time you press the button, the projector switches between the RGB input ports as per below. COMPUTER IN1 COMPUTER IN2 BNC LASER INDICATOR STANDBY/ON MY SOURCE COMPUTER VIDEO ID 1 ID 3 DIGITAL ID 4 2 ● While ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION menu,ID the projector will keep checking every port sequentially until an inputBLANKsignal is LASER detected (47).
Operating Selecting an aspect ratio the ASPECT button on the remote control. 1. Press Each time you press the button, the projector switches the mode for aspect ratio as per below.
VIDEO ID 1 ID 3 ID 2 ID 4 DIGITAL Operating Adjusting the position the POSITION button on the remote control when no 1. Press menu is indicated. BLANK LASER LASER INDICATOR STANDBY/ON MY SOURCE COMPUTER ENTER The “POSITION” indication will appear on the screen. VIDEO ID 1 ID 3 Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to adjust the picture position. DIGITAL FREEZE MENU ID 4 ID 2 When you want to reset the operation, press the RESET button on the remote control during the operation.
ENTER Operating Using the magnify feature 1. Press the ON button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. The “MAGNIFY” indication will appear on the screen and the projector will go into the MAGNIFY mode. In the Magnify mode, the picture will be zoomed. The indication will disappear in several seconds with no operation. FREEZE MENU ASPECT SHUTTER RESET PbyP AUTO POSITION MY BUTTON MAGNIFY 1 3 ON 2 4 OFF the ▲/▼ cursor buttons to adjust the zoom level. To move the zoom 2.
Operating Temporarily blanking the screen 1. Press the BLANK button on the remote control. The blank screen will be displayed instead of the screen of input signal. Please refer to the BLANK item in SCREEN menu (42). To exit from the blank screen and return to the input signal screen, press the BLANK button again.
LASER INDICATOR STANDBY/ON MY SOURCE COMPUTER VIDEO ID 1 Operating ID 3 DIGITAL PbyP (Picture by Picture) ID 2 ID 4 The PbyP is a function to display two different picture signals on a screen that is BLANK LASER split in two areas for each signal. Some of functions can be used with the same operation as it for the normal mode (not in the PbyP mode). There are some operations available only in the PbyP mode.
Operating Using the menu functions LASER INDICATOR This projector has the following menus: PICTURE, IMAGE, INPUT, SETUP, SCREEN, OPTION, NETWORK, SECURITY and EASY MENU. The EASY MENU consists of functions often used, and the other menus are classified into each purpose and brought together in the ADVANCED MENU. Each of these menus is operated using the same methods with the ▲/▼/◄/►, ENTER and RESET buttons. The remote control and projector buttons which share the same name function the same.
EASY MENU EASY MENU From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control. Follow the instructions below. Item Description ASPECT Using the ◄/► buttons switches the aspect ratio mode. See the ASPECT item in IMAGE menu (34). AUTO KEYSTONE Using the ► button executes the auto keystone function. See the AUTO KEYSTONE item in SETUP menu (40).
EASY MENU Item ECO MODE MIRROR RESET Description Using the ◄/► buttons turns off/on the eco mode. See the ECO MODE item in SETUP menu (41). Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for mirror status. See the MIRROR item in SETUP menu (41). Resets all of the EASY MENU items except the FILTER TIME and LANGUAGE to factory default settings. A confirmation dialog is displayed. Selecting OK using the ► button performs resetting. FILTER TIME The usage time of the air filter is shown in the menu.
PICTURE menu PICTURE menu From the PICTURE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Follow the instructions below. Item BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST Description Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the brightness. Dark ó Light Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the contrast.
PICTURE menu Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the color temperature mode. 1 HIGH 1 CUSTOM 2 MID 2 CUSTOM 3 CUSTOM 3 LOW 6 Hi-BRIGHT-3 6 CUSTOM 5 CUSTOM5 Hi-BRIGHT-24 CUSTOM4 Hi-BRIGHT-1 To adjust CUSTOM COLOR TEMP Selecting a mode whose name includes CUSTOM and then pressing the ► button or the ENTER button displays a dialog to aid you in adjusting the OFFSET and GAIN of the selected mode.
PICTURE menu Item Description Using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons changes the active iris control mode. PRESENTATION ó THEATER ó MANUAL ACTIVE IRIS PRESENTATION THEATER MANUAL Feature Displays the best presentation image for both bright and dark applications. Displays the best theater image for both bright and dark applications. The active iris can be set to a fixed brightness (0:dark - 7:bright) • The screen may flicker when the PRESENTATION or THEATER modes are selected. If this occurs select MANUAL.
IMAGE menu IMAGE menu From the IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Follow the instructions below. Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio.
IMAGE menu Item Description H PHASE Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the horizontal phase to eliminate flicker. Right ó Left • This item can be selected only for a computer signal or a component video signal. (except 480i@60, 576i@50, SCART RGB input. ) H SIZE AUTO ADJUST EXECUTE Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the horizontal size. Small ó Large • This item can be selected only for a computer signal. • When this adjustment is excessive, the picture may not be displayed correctly.
INPUT menu INPUT menu From the INPUT menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Follow the instructions below. Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the progress mode.
INPUT menu Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the function of the Component (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr) port. COMPONENT ó SCART RGB When the SCART RGB is selected, the Component (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr) and VIDEO 1 ports will function as a SCART RGB port. A SCART adapter or SCART cable is required for a SCART RGB LAN input to the projector. For details, contact your dealer.
INPUT menu Item Description Set the digital range for HDMI port and DVI-D port. (1) Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the input port. (2) Using the ◄/► cursor buttons changes the digital signal mode. AUTO ó NORMAL ó ENHANCED DIGITAL RANGE AUTO NORMAL ENHANCED Feature Selecting the optimum mode automatically. Suitable for DVD signals (16-235) Suitable for computer signals (0-255) • If the contrast of the screen image is too strong or too weak, try finding a more suitable mode.
INPUT menu Item Description The resolution for the COMPUTER IN1, COMPUTER IN2 and BNC input signals can be set on this projector. In the RESOLUTION menu select the resolution you wish to display using the ▲/▼ buttons. ■AUTO Selecting AUTO will set a resolution appropriate to the input signal. ■STANDARD Pressing the ► or ENTER button when selecting a STANDARD resolution will automatically adjust the horizontal and vertical positions, clock phase and horizontal size.
SETUP menu SETUP menu From the SETUP menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Follow the instructions below. Item Description AUTO KEYSTONE Selecting this item performs automatic keystone distortion correction.
SETUP menu Item KEYSTONE ECO MODE Description Using the ◄/► buttons corrects the horizontal keystone distortion. Shrink the left of the image ó Shrink the right of the image • The adjustable range of this function will vary among inputs. For some inputs, this function may not work well. • When the zoom adjustment is set to the TELE (telephoto focus), this function may be excessive. This function should be used when the zoom adjustment is set to the full WIDE (wide-angle focus) whenever possible.
SCREEN menu SCREEN menu From the SCREEN menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Follow the instructions below. Item Description Using the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons switches the OSD (On Screen Display) language. LANGUAGE MENU POSITION Using the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons adjusts the menu position.
SCREEN menu Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the start-up screen. The start-up screen is a screen displayed when no signal or an incorrect signal is detected. MyScreen ó ORIGINAL ó OFF START UP MyScreen ORIGINAL OFF Feature Screen can be registered by the MyScreen item (44). Screen preset as the standard screen. Plain black screen. • To avoid screen burn-in, the MyScreen or ORIGINAL screen will change to the BLANK screen (26) after several minutes.
SCREEN menu Item Description MyScreen This item allows you to capture an image for use as a MyScreen image which can be used as the BLANK screen and START UP screen. Display the image you want to capture before accomplishing the following. 1. Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “MyScreen”. It will ask you if you want to start capturing an image from the current screen. Please wait for the target image to be displayed, and press the ENTER or VIDEO button when the image is displayed.
SCREEN menu Item MESSAGE SOURCE NAME Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the message function. ON ó OFF When the ON is selected, the following message function works. “AUTO IN PROGRESS” while automatically adjusting “NO INPUT IS DETECTED” “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE” “INVALID SCAN FREQ” “Searching….” while searching for the input “Detecting….
SCREEN menu Item TEMPLATE C.C. (Closed Caption) Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the template screen. Press the ► button to display the selected template, and press the ◄ button to close the displayed screen. The last selected template is displayed when the MY BUTTON allocated to the TEMPLATE function is pressed (49). TEST PATTERN ó DOT-LINE1 DOT-LINE4 ó DOT-LINE3 ó DOT-LINE2 C.C.
OPTION menu OPTION menu From the OPTION menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item, except for the items LAMP TIME and FILTER TIME. Follow the instructions below.
OPTION menu Item DIRECT ON Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the DIRECT ON function. ON OFF When set to the ON, the lamp in projector will be automatically turned on without the usual procedure (19), only when the projector is supplied with the power after the power was cut while the lamp was on. • This function does not work as long as the power has been supplied to the projector while the lamp is off.
OPTION menu Item Description MY BUTTON This item is to assign one of the following functions to MY BUTTON -(1 to 4) on the remote control (7). (1) Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the MY BUTTON menu to select a MY BUTTON - (1 to 4) and press the ► button to display the MY BUTTON setup dialog. (2) Then using the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons sets one of the following functions to the chosen button. • COMPUTER IN1: Sets port to COMPUTER IN1. • COMPUTER IN2: Sets port to COMPUTER IN2. • BNC: Sets port to BNC.
OPTION menu Item Description Selecting this item displays the SERVICE menu. Select an item using the ▲/▼ buttons, and press the ► button or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. FAN SPEED Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the rotation speed of the cooling fans. The HIGH is the mode for use at highlands etc. Note that the projector is noisier when the HIGH is selected. HIGH ó NORMAL AUTO ADJUST Using the ▲/▼ buttons to select one of the mode.
OPTION menu Item SERVICE (continued) Description LENS TYPE Select the lens type currently used using the ▲/▼ buttons. 1:LENS-062 ó 2:LENS-063 ó 3:LENS-064 ó 4:LENS-065 8:AUTO ó 7:LENS-068 ó 6:LENS-067 ó 5:LENS-066 Please select one of them referring to the following.
OPTION menu Item Description REMOTE ID Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the REMOTE ID menu to select ID and press the ► button. ALL ó 1 ó 2 ó 3 ó 4 The projector is controlled by the remote control whose ID button is set the same number as this number. When the ALL is selected, the projector is controlled by a remote control irrespective of the ID setting. Selecting this item displays COMMUNICATION menu. In this menu, you can configure the communication settings of the CONTROL IN and the CONTROL OUT ports.
OPTION menu Item Description DAISY CHAIN: Select this type, if it is required to connect multiple projectors using a shared RS-232C communication bus, from the computer. (Network Guide - 3.8 Multi-controlling the plural projectors (using DAISY CHAIN function)) OFF: Select this mode if you want to output no data from the CONTROL OUT port. NOTE • OFF is selected as the default setting. • When you select the NETWORK BRIDGE, check the item, TRANSMISSTION METHOD.
OPTION menu Item SERVICE (continued) Description RESPONSE LIMIT TIME This menu is available only when the NETWORK BRIDGE is selected for the COMMUNICATION TYPE and the HALF-DUPLEX is selected for the TRANSMISSION METHOD. Select the time period to wait for receiving response data from other devise communicating by the NETWORK BRIDGE and the HALF-DUPLEX through the CONTROL OUT port.
OPTION menu Item Description COMMUNICATION GROUP / COMMUNICATION ID This menu is available only when DAISY CHAIN is selected for the COMMUNICATION TYPE. In simultaneous control of multiple projectors by a daisy chain, you can give the projectors the communication group identification and the ID number to identify projectors connected in the same bus.
NETWORK menu NETWORK menu Remember that incorrect network settings on this projector may cause trouble on the network. Be sure to consult with your network administrator before connecting to an existing access point on your network. Select “NETWORK” from the main menu to access the following functions. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item.
NETWORK menu Item Description Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to enter the IP ADDRESS. This function can only be used when DHCP is set to IP ADDRESS OFF. • The IP ADDRESS is the number that identifies this projector on the network. You cannot have two devices with the same IP ADDRESS on the same network. • The IP ADDRESS “0.0.0.0” is prohibited. SUBNET MASK SETUP (continued) Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to enter the same SUBNET MASK used by your PC. This function can only be used when DHCP is set to OFF.
NETWORK menu Item PROJECTOR NAME Description (1) U se the▲/▼ buttons on the NETWORK menu to select the PROJECTOR NAME menu and press the ► button. The PROJECTOR NAME dialog will be displayed. (2) The current PROJECTOR NAME will be displayed on the first 3 lines. If not yet written, the lines will be blank. Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons and the ENTER or VIDEO button to select and enter characters. The RESET or COMPUTER button can be used to erase 1 character at a time.
NETWORK menu Item Description Selecting this item displays the MY IMAGE menu. The application software “PJImage” is required to store image(s) into the projector. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select an item which is a still image by the MY IMAGE ( MY IMAGE (Still Image Transfer) Display of the User’s Manual - Network Guide) and the ► or ENTER button to display the image. • The item without image stored cannot be selected. • The image names are each displayed in 16 characters or less.
NETWORK menu Item Description Selecting this item displays the NETWORK -INFORMATION- dialog for confirming the network settings. INFORMATION • Only the first 16 characters of the projector neme are displayed. • Nothing (blank) is shown in the “PROJECTOR NAME” field until you setup the item (58). • When the voltage level of the battery for the built in clock decreases, the set time may become incorrect even though accurate date and time are input. Replace the battery suitably (70).
SECURITY menu SECURITY menu This projector is equipped with security functions. From the SECURITY menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. To use SECURITY menu: User registration is required before using the security functions. Enter the SECURITY menu 1. U se the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select ENTER PASSWORD and press the ► button. The ENTER PASSWORD box will be displayed. If you have forgotten your password 1.
SECURITY menu Item Description The MyScreen PASSWORD function can be used to prohibit access to the MyScreen function and prevent the currently registered MyScreen image from being overwritten. 1 Turning on the MyScreen PASSWORD MyScreen PASSWORD 1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select MyScreen PASSWORD and press the ► button to display the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu. 1-2 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the MyScreen PASSWORD on/off menu to select ON.
SECURITY menu Item Description PIN LOCK is a function which prevents the projector from being used unless a registered Code is input. 1 Turning on the PIN LOCK PIN LOCK 1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select PIN LOCK and press the ► button or the ENTER button to display the PIN LOCK on/ off menu. 1-2 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the PIN LOCK on/off menu to select ON and the Enter PIN Code box will be displayed. 1-3 Input a 4 part PIN code using the ▲/▼/◄/►, COMPUTER button.
SECURITY menu Item Description If this function is set to ON when the vertical angle of the projector or mirror setting at which the projector is turned on is different than the previously recorded, the TRANSITION DETECTOR ON alarm will be displayed and the projector will not display the input signal. • To display the signal again, set this function OFF. • After about 5 minutes of displaying the TRANSITION DETECTOR ON alarm, the lamp will turn off.
SECURITY menu Item Description The MY TEXT PASSWORD function can prevent the MY TEXT from being overwritten. When the password is set for the MY TEXT; • The MY TEXT DISPLAY menu will be unavailable, which can prohibit changing the DISPLAY setting. • The MY TEXT WRITING menu will be unavailable, which can prevent the MY TEXT from being overwritten.
SECURITY menu Item Description 1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the MY TEXT DISPLAY menu and press the ► button to display the MY TEXT DISPLAY on/off menu. 2 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the MY TEXT DISPLAY on/off menu to select on or off. MY TEXT DISPLAY MY TEXT WRITING 66 ON ó OFF When it is set ON, the MY TEXT will be displayed on the START UP screen and the INPUTINFORMATION- when the INFORMATION on the SERVICE menu is chosen.
Maintenance Maintenance Lamp unit A worn out lamp bulb could burn or burst. It is recommended to keep a spare lamp unit on hand and to replace the lamp unit when the projected image darkens or color reproduction becomes poor. To purchase a spare, contact your dealer and tell the following type number. Optional lamp part number: SP-LAMP-079 If the projector is installed in a special state such as ceiling mount, or if the lamp bulb has broken, also ask the dealer to replace the lamp unit.
Maintenance Lamp warning HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE WARNING ►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them.
Filter unit Maintenance To keep the interior venting properly, keep a spare and replace the filter unit periodically, although frequent replacement is not needed for this product. To purchase a spare, contact your dealer and tell the following type number. Optional filter part number: SP-FILTER-01 The following walks you through the steps to replace the filter unit. Make sure that the projector is Filter cover Filter cover knobs unplugged and cooled down.
Maintenance Internal clock battery This projector can be loaded with a battery for the internal clock that the network function needs. When the clock does not work correctly, ask your dealer to check the battery and to replace if needed. For replacement, prepare a new battery of the following type. You can buy it at the store or order it from your dealer.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Related messages When the unit is powered on, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any of these messages are displayed, please follow the instructions described below. If the same message is displayed after following the suggestions listed here, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lights The POWER, TEMP, LAMP, SECURITY, and SHUTTER indicators have meanings based on the solid and flashing patterns described in the table below. Please follow the instructions within the table. If the indicators are still showing the same pattern afterwards, or if an indication other than the following is displayed, please contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting POWER TEMP LAMP SECURITY SHUTTER Description The cooling fan is not operating. Blinking In Red Blinking Turned or In Red off Lighting In Red Turned off Turned off Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least 20 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please confirm that no foreign matter has become caught in the fan, etc., and then turn the power on again.
Troubleshooting Situations which can easily be mistaken for machine defects WARNING ►Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In this case, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Symptom Situations not related to machine defects The signal cables are not correctly connected. Correctly connect the connection cables. The brightness is adjusted to an extremely low level. Adjust BRIGHTNESS to a higher level using the menu feature or the remote control. No picture is displayed. The computer cannot detect the projector as a plug and play monitor. Make sure that the computer can detect a plug and play monitor using another plug and play monitor.
Troubleshooting Symptom Video screen display freezes. Situations not related to machine defects The FREEZE function is working. Press the FREEZE button to restore the screen to normal. Reference page 25 Color settings are not correctly adjusted. Colors have a faded- out appearance, or Color tone is poor. Perform picture adjustments by changing the COLOR TEMP, COLOR, TINT and/or COLOR SPACE settings, using the menu functions. COLOR SPACE setting is not suitable.
Warranty and after-service / Specifications Warranty and after-service If a problem occurs with the equipment, first refer to the “Troubleshooting” section and follow the suggestions. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied.
Specifications Specifications (continued) I 469 O 272 476 [unit: mm] 78
