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D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Important Safety Information Important: It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference. Symbols Used Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous situations.
PPrreeffaaccee Power Safety Only use the supplied power cord. Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic. Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. Replacing the Lamp Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 34 for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the lamp: Unplug the power cord.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Main Features • Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport. • Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM. • A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms. • Supports resolutions up to SXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images. • Flexible setup allows for front, rear projections.
PPrreeffaaccee Table of Contents GETTING STARTED .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 PACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 VIEWS OF PROJECTOR PARTS .........................................................................................................
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall HAVING THE PROJECTOR SERVICED .................................................................................................................................. 41 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................................. 42 SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall GETTING STARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: DLP PROJECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (WITH ONE 3V CR2025 BATTERY) RGB CABLE POWER CORD AUDIO CABLE (OPTIONAL) COMPONENT CABLE (OPTIONAL) VIDEO CABLE (OPTIONAL) S-VIDEO CABLE (OPTIONAL) RGB TO COMPONENT ADAPTER (OPTIONAL) CARRYING CASE CD-ROM (THIS USER’S MANUAL) Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Views of Projector Parts ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 2. Lens cap Covers lens to protect when not in use 3. Height-adjuster button Push to release height adjuster 4. Height adjuster Adjusts level of projector 5. Lens Remove lens cap before use 6. Zoom ring Enlarges the projected image 7. Focus ring Focuses the projected image 8.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ITEM 1. LABEL MENU 2. OVER TEMP LED 3. LAMP LED 4.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Rear view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. Kensington Lock Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock system 38 2. AC IN Connect the POWER CABLE 11 3. VIDEO IN Connect the VIDEO CABLE from a video device 4. S-VIDEO IN Connect the S-VIDEO CABLE from a video device 5. AUDIO IN Connect the AUDIO CABLE from the input device 6. RS-232C IN Connect the RS-232C CABLE from a computer (CONTROL & SERVICE) 7.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Bottom view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. Lamp cover Remove when changing the lamp 2. Height adjustor Adjuster drops down when adjuster button is pushed 3. Height adjustor button Push to release adjustor 4. Lens cap hook To fasten the lens cap cover 5. Tilt adjustor Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position 6.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Remote Control Parts Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluorescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path between the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens. 3.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. Up cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 2. Enter Changes settings in the OSD 3. Power Turns the projector On or Off 11 4. Right cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 17 5. Volume + Increase volume 6. Volume - Decrease volume 7. Mute Mutes the built-in speaker 8. Freeze Freeze/unfreezes the on-screen picture 9. Source Detects the input device 10.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Remote Control Operating Range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector. Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 7 meters (23 feet) and 15 degrees above or below the projector level.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall SETUP AND OPERATION Inserting the Remote Control Batteries 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow (A). Pull out the cover (B). 2. Insert the battery with the positive side facing up. 3. Replace the cover. Caution: 1. Only use a 3V lithium battery (CR2025). 2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations. 3.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer and video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras. Check the user manual of the connecting device to confirm it has the appropriate output connector.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Starting and Shutting down the Projector 1. Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. The POWER LED on the projector lights. 2. 3. Turn on the connected devices. Then press the POWER button to turn on the projector. The projector splash screen displays and connected devices are detected. See Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) on page 12 if security lock is enabled. 4. 5.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) You can use the four (arrow) buttons to set a password and prevent unauthorized use of the projector. When enabled, the password must be entered after you power on the projector. (See Navigating the OSD on page 17 and Setting the OSD Language on page 18 for help on using OSD menus.) Important: Keep the password in a safe place. Without the password, you will not be able to use the projector.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 5. 6. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to select Security Lock. Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable security lock function. A password dialog box automatically appears. 7. You can use the cursor buttons ▲▼◄► either on keypad or IR remote control for password entry. You can use any combination including the same arrow five times, but not less than five. Press the cursor buttons in any order to set the password.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Adjusting the Projector Level Take note of the following when setting up the projector: • The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. • Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. • Ensure the cables are in a safe location. You could trip over them. 1. To raise the level of the projector, lift the projector [A] and press the height-adjuster button [B]. The height adjuster drops down [C]. 2.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone 1. Use the Image-zoom control (on the projector only) to resize the projected image and screen size B . 2. Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image A . 3. Press the Keystone buttons on the remote control or press S KEYSTONE and use W or X on the keypad to correct image-trapezoid (wider top or bottom) effect. Remote control and OSD panel 4.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Adjusting the Volume 1. Press the Volume +/buttons on the remote control or press T VOLUME and use W or X on the keypad to adjust volume. Remote control and OSD panel 2. The volume control appears on the display. See page 26. 3. Press the MUTE button to turn off the volume (This feature is available only on the remote).
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU SETTINGS OSD Menu Controls The projector has an OSD that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control cursor buttons or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD. The following illustration shows the corresponding buttons on the remote control and on the projector. 1. To enter the OSD, press the MENU button. 2.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Setting the OSD Language Set the OSD language to your preference before continuing. 1. Press the MENU button. Press the cursor ◄► button to navigate to Installation I. 2. Press the cursor ▲▼ button until Language is highlighted. 3. Press the cursor ◄► button until the language you want is highlighted. 4. Press the MENU button twice to close the OSD.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall OSD Menu Overview Use the following illustration to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall OSD Sub-Menu Overview – 20 –
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Image Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Image Menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Image menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Press the cursor ◄► button to set the Didplay Mode. Display Mode Note: Regarding Display Mode, the parameter adjustments are disabled except for User mode.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Advanced Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Advanced menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲ to move up and down in the Advanced1 menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Color Space Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the color space. (Range: Auto – RGB – YCbCr –YPbPr) Color Temperature Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the color temperature.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Color Manager Press (Enter) / ► to enter the Color Manager sub menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Red Select to enter the Red Color Manager. Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Gain. Green Select to enter the Green Color Manager. Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Gain. Blue Select to enter the Blue Color Manager. Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Gain.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Computer Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Computer menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the computer menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Horizontal Position Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the display position to left or right. Vertical Position Press the cursor ◄► button to adjust the display position to up or down.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Video/Audio Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Video/Audio menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Video/Audio menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Video AGC Press the ◄► buttons to enable or disable the Automatic Gain Control for video source. Video Saturation Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the video saturation.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Audio Press (Enter) / ► to enter the Audio sub menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Volume Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the audio volume. (Range: 0~8) Mute Press the ◄► buttons to turn on or off the speaker.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Installation I Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Installation I menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation I menu. Press ◄► to change values for settings. ITEM DESCRIPTION Language Press the cursor ◄► button to select a different localization Menu. Blank Screen Press the cursor ◄► button to select different color to blank the screen.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Advanced Press (Enter) / ► to enter the Advanced sub menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Security Lock Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable security lock function. Keypad Lock Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable keypad lock function.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Installation II Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Installation II menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation II menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Auto Source Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable automatic source detection. (Range: On ~ Off) Auto Power Off (min.) Press the cursor ◄► button to enable or disable automatic shutdown of lamp when no signal.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Advanced Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Installation II menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced menu. Press ◄► to change values for setting. ITEM DESCRIPTION OSD Menu Setting Press (Enter) / ► to enter the OSD setting menu. See page 31 for more information on OSD Menu Setting.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall OSD Menu Setting ITEM DESCRIPTION Menu Position Press ◄► button to select different OSD location. Translucent Menu Press ◄► button to select OSD background translucent level. Menu Display Press ◄► button to select OSD timeout delay. Peripheral Test ITEM DESCRIPTION Remote Control Test Press (Enter) / ► to test the IR remote controller for diagnostic. Color Test Press (Enter) / ► to select different colors on screen.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Lamp Hour Reset Please refer to Resetting the Lamp on page 36 to reset the lamp hour counter. Factory Reset Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation II menu. Select the Factory (Enter) / ► to reset all the menu items to the factory default values.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Status Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Installation II menu. Select the Installation II sub menu and press (Enter) / ► to enter the Status sub menu. ITEM DESCRIPTION Active Source Display the activated source. Video Information Displays resolution/video information for RGB source and color standard for Video source. Lamp Hours Lamp hour used information is displayed. Eco and Normal counters are separated.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY Replacing the Projection Lamp The projection lamp should be replaced when it burns out. It should only be replaced with a certified replacement part, which you can order from your local dealer. Important: a. The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury b. Do not dispose this product with general household waste. c.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall 3. Remove the three screws from the lamp module. 4. Lift the module handle up. 5. Disconnect the lamp connector. 6. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module. 7. Reverse steps 1 to 6 to install the new lamp module. While installing, align the lamp module with the connector and ensure it is level to avoid damage.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: 1. Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Installation II menu. Press the cursor button to move down to Advanced. 3. Press the cursor ▼▲ button to move down to Lamp Hour Reset. 4. Press the cursor ► or Enter button. A message screen appears. 5.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Cleaning the Projector Cleaning the projector to remove dust and grime will help ensure trouble-free operation. Warning: 1. Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector at least 30 minutes before cleaning. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn. 2. Use only a dampened cloth when cleaning. Do not allow water to enter the ventilation openings on the projector. 3.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Using the Kensington® Lock If you are concerned about security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington slot and a security cable. Note: Contact your vendor for details on purchasing a suitable Kensington security cable. The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s MicroSaver Security System. If you have any comment, contact: Kensington, 2853 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403, U.S.A. Tel: 800-535-4242, http://www.Kensington.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall TROUBLESHOOTING Common problems and solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose connection. Check the following before proceeding to the problem-specific solutions.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall LED Error Messages ERROR CODE MESSAGES POWER LED BLINK OVER TEMP LED LAMP LED BLINK Over temperature 0 ON 0 Thermal break status error 4 0 0 Lamp error 5 0 0 Fan1 error 6 0 1 Fan2 error 6 0 2 Fan3 error 6 0 3 Lamp door open 7 0 0 DMD error 8 0 0 Color wheel error 9 0 0 In the event of an error, please disconnect the AC power cord and wait for one (1) minute before restarting the projector.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Lamp Problems Problem: There is no light from the projector 1. Check that the power cable is securely connected. 2. Ensure the power source is good by testing with another electrical device. 3. Restart the projector in the correct order and check that the Power LED is green. 4. If you have replaced the lamp recently, try resetting the lamp connections. 5. Replace the lamp module. 6.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Model BS254 BX254 BX324 Display type TI DMD 0.55-inch SVGA TI DMD 0.55-inch XGA Resolution SVGA 800x600 Native XGA 1024x768 Native 1.5 meters ~ 12 meters Projection distance 36 to 243 inch (can overdrive to 300") Projection screen size Manual Focus/Manual Zoom Projection lens 1.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Projection Distance vs. Projection Size Projection Distance and Size Table ITEM TELE WIDE Distance (m) 1.32 3.58 4.39 8.78 1.57 3.14 3.93 11.77 Diagonal (inches) 30 80 100 200 40 80 100 300 Keystone (degree) 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 13.9 13.9 13.9 13.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Timing Mode Table The projector can display several resolutions. The following table outlines the resolutions that can be displayed by the projector. RESOLUTION H-SYNC (KHZ) V-SYNC (HZ) NTSC — 15.734 60.0 O — — PAL/SECAM — 15.625 50.0 O — — 640 x350* 31.5 70.0 — — O 640 x350* 37.9 85.0 — — O 640 x400* 37.9 85.0 — — O 640 x 480 31.5 60.0 — — O 640 x 480 37.9 72.0 — — O 640 x 480 37.5 75.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall SIGNAL RESOLUTION H-SYNC (KHZ) V-SYNC (HZ) 720p 37.5 50 — O — 720p 45.0 60 — O — 1080i 33.8 60 — O — 1080i 28.1 50 — O — HDTV COMPOSITE COMPONENT RGB / S-VIDEO *2 VGA modes: 640 x 350 @70Hz/ 640 x 350 @85Hz show up will mainly depends on DDP2431. It will display either 640 x 400 or 640 x 480. As for vertical Sync, it will follow each mode’s frequency accordingly.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall RS232C Setting Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer) and control the Projector’s functions externally. Use the RS232C cable to control the projector externally.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Control Command Structure The command is structured by the Header code, command code, data code and end code. Most of the commands are structured except some for the compatibility issue with other projectors. HEADER CODE ASCII ‘~’ COMMAND CODE DATA CODE Command Data END CODE CR Control Sequence The projector may send a return code after it received a command.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Remote Command The remote commands simulate the code send from IR remote handset.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Data Range ITEM SET DATA RANGE SOURCE Brightness 0 ~ 100 ALL Contrast 0 ~ 100 ALL Color 0 ~ 100 Video/S-Video/Component Tint 0 ~ 100 Video/S-Video/Component Scaling 0: Fill 1: 4:3 2: 16:9 3 :Letter Box 4 :Native ALL Color Temperature 0: Cold 1:Normal 2:Warm ALL Projection Mode 0: Front 1:Rear 2:Rear+Ceiling 3:Ceiling ALL Attention: Data range may be different for different models Example 1.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Response message ITEM RESPONSE MESSAGE EXAMPLES Power State On Off Input Select RGB Video S-Video Component Lamp Hours 2000 Brightness 100 Contrast 100 Color (Video) 100 Tint (Video) 100 Scaling Fill 4:3 16:9 LetterBox Native Color Temperature Cold Normal Warm Projection Mode Front Rear+Ceiling Rear Ceiling Example 1. Get Brightness value Send Command : ~qBCR Response : 100 Example 2.
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr –– U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall Projector Dimensions – 51 –
D DLLPP PPrroojjeeccttoorr— —U Usseerr’’ss M Maannuuaall REGULATORY COMPLIANCE FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.