VP8600_cov 05.10.
VP8600_cov 05.10.
VP8600_cov 05.10.25 9:31 AM ページ2 ENGLISH FOREWORD This section must be read carefully before any connection is made to the mains supply. WARRANTY For warranty information, contact your local Marantz distributor. RETAIN YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase. It should be kept in a safe place to be referred to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Marantz.
VP8600_cov 05.10.25 9:31 AM ページ3 FRANÇAIS AVANT-PROPOS Prière de lire ce chapitre avant de brancher l’appareil sur le secteur. GARANTIE Pour des informations sur la garantie, contacter le distributeur local Marantz. CONSERVER L’ATTESTATION D’ACHAT L’attestation d’achat est la preuve permanente d’un achat de valeur. La conserver en lieu sur pour s’y reporter aux fins d’obtention d’une couverture d’assurance ou dans le cadre de correspondances avec Marantz.
VP8600_cov 05.10.25 9:31 AM ページ4 ESPAÑOL PROLOGO Antes de conectar el equipo a la corriente, debe leer este capítulo. GARANTIA Para obtener información acerca de la garantia póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Marantz. GUARDE SU RECIBO DE COMPRA Su recibo de compra es su prueba permanente de haber adquirido un aparato de valor, Este recibo deberá guardarlo en un lugar seguro y utilizarlo como referencia cuando tenga que hacer uso del seguro o se ponga en contacto con Marantz.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ACCESSORIES .................................................................................2 OPERATIONS..................................................................................16 PROJECTOR LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW.................3 On-Screen Display Menu Controls ...................................................................16 Front and Top View.............................................................................................3 Menu Structure ..........
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ2 ENGLISH ACCESSORIES • LENS CAP • MAINS CORD • HDMI-DVI CONNECTOR • REMOTE CONTROL STANDBY ON COMP.1 COMP.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ3 ENGLISH PROJECTOR LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW q IR receiver Front and Top View Front receiver for IR signal from remote control. w Vertical lens shift Adjusts the vertical position of the lens. e Lens r t u i y Remove cover before operation. r Focus ring (☞ P.10) Sharpens the projected image. t Zoom ring (☞ P.10) Enlarges the projected image. y IR LED Flashes green when signal from remote control is received. u Lamp LED (Red) Lighting Lamp ready.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ4 Rear and Terminals View ENGLISH z x c ⁄2 v ⁄1 ⁄0 . , m n b z S-VIDEO IN m RS-232C . TRIGGER 2 ⁄2 AC IN socket Connect an S-video enabled device. This is a service port for firmware upgrades. Connect to an electrical outlet. x VIDEO IN , TRIGGER 1 Connect a composite video enabled device. Connect to the screen. When the unit is turned on, 12V is output. When the unit is turned off, no voltage is output.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ5 q w t i !1 e y o !2 r u !0 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 @2 ON COMP.1 COMP.2 S VIDEO FULL C1 C2 S F DVI RGB VIDEO NORMAL DV1 RGB V N THEATER STANDARD DYNAMIC ZOOM1 THTR STD LOW-BRIGHT- HIGH DYN Z1 C-TEMP ZOOM2 CT Z2 HB LB V-MUTE MENU M @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9 #0 #1 INPUT F E FREEZE EXIT PIP ON/OFF INPUT CONTRAST CON- CON+ SWAP MENU BRIGHTNESS BRI- BRI+ SHA+ TINT+ COL+ WHITE PEAK W-PEAK SHAPRAESS TINT COLOR INFO.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ6 Preparing the Remote Controller Remote Controller Operational Range ENGLISH 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 of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 5 meters and 30 degrees above or below the projector level.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ7 ❖ When making connections be sure to: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. • Securely insert the plug into the port to connect cables. Loose cables can lead to trouble and damage. Connection with Video Equipments You can connect this projector to a VCR, DVD player and other video equipment. ❖ Connecting a video source using S-VIDEO IN and VIDEO IN terminals. 1.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ8 COMPONENT 1: SCART ENGLISH When connecting the COMPONENT 1 terminal to the SCART (RGB) out terminal, set COMPONENT 1 settings to [SCART]. (☞ P.19) Scart to RGBCS cable Connection with a HD-Video, DVD Player, Satellite, Cable Tuner or PC You can connect this projector to HD-Video /PC using RGB IN port, or DVD Player/Satellite /Cable Tuner /PC using DVI-D IN port. 1.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ9 ENGLISH Advanced Connection You can control total home theater system using PC. For installing below system, consult with Marantz authorized dealer. External Controller RS-232C cable (straight type, commercially available) RS-232C Screen 3.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ10 Adjust the Zoom, Focus and Keystone ENGLISH INITIAL SETTING 1. Use the ZOOM ring (on the projector) to resize the projected image and screen size. 2. Use the FOCUS ring (on the projector) to sharpen the projected image. Turning on the Power 1. Connect the mains cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. FOCUS RING Turn on the main power switch. The Power LED blinks (blue) slowly. ZOOM RING 2. Remove the lens cover. 3.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ11 There are hot keys on the remote control that let you adjust contrast, sharpness, tint, color, brightness. When you press one of these hot keys, a slide bar is overlayed on the source image. Use the +/– button to adjust the value. Press the EXIT button to close an image slide bar, or press an image hot key to automatically close the current slide bar and open the next. Use the tint control to adjust color hue to obtain true color reproduction.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ12 ❖ Color Temperature Control ENGLISH Select the color temperature according to the source. The calibrated Color temp. 1/Color temp. 2/Color temp. 3/Color temp. 4 setting provides optimum color tracking. The Color temp. 4 setting provides maximum projector light output. Everytime the button is pressed, the selection rotates in order of Color temp. 1 ➔ Color temp. 2 ➔ Color temp. 3 ➔ Color temp.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ13 To Turn off the Power • Press the NORMAL button on the remote controller for the 4:3 aspect ratio video source. • Press the FULL button on the remote controller for 16:9 aspect ratio video source, such as 1080i, 1035i, and 720p video systems. • Press the FULL, ZOOM 1 or ZOOM 2 button on the remote controller for the squeezed video source. ❖ Original Source Image 16 : 9 video source 4 : 3 video source 1. Press the STANDBY button on the remote controller.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ14 Screen Size and Projection Distance (inch) VP8600 Screen Size and Projection Distance (mm) VP8600 Screen Screen size (Diagonal) Screen Screen size (Diagonal) Projection distance Height Width : Image size = Screen size ❖ 4 : 3 Screen Width : Screen size 14 Width Height Minimum Maximum inch inch inch inch inch 60 70 72 80 82 84 90 92 100 106 110 120 123 133 135 150 170 200 250 300 52.29 61.01 62.75 69.72 71.47 73.21 78.44 80.18 87.16 92.38 95.87 104.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ15 ENGLISH Lens shift position ❖ Standard condition (From +50% to +120%) Screen Position 0.6H Up VP8600 0% (Center) +50% Lens shift Range +120% (+100%) 0.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ16 ENGLISH OPERATIONS On-Screen Display Menu Controls The projector has an On-Screen Display (OSD) that lets you make picture adjustment and change various settings. ❖ Navigating the OSD Press MENU to open the OSD, and then use the arrow buttons (up/down 34, left/right 1 2) to navigate and make changes. Press ENTER to enter menus and confirm settings. Press the EXIT button to exit menus. Press MENU to close the OSD.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ17 Main Menu Picture Adjust P.18 Main Menu Item Item Brightness -63 64 Fine menu R.Gain -128 127 Contrast -63 64 P.19 B.Gain -128 127 Color -63 64 R.Bias -128 127 Tint -63 64 B.Bias -128 127 0 12 Reset H Keystone -36 36 V Keystone -36 36 Sharpness*1 Gamma Color Temp. LB / THTR / STD / DYN / HB 1/2/3/4 W-PEAK ON / OFF Config. P.20 Readjust*2 Menu Position Reset Menu Timer Language Display P.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ18 Picture Adjust Menu (PC/HD) Picture Adjust Menu (Video) ENGLISH Press MENU to open the OSD. If necessary, press 34 to move to the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. Press 34 to move up and down in the Picture Adjust menu. Press 1 2 to adjust values and press ENTER to confirm the setting. ITEM Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Gamma Color Temp. W-PEAK Readjust Reset DESCRIPTION Press 1 2 to adjust the brightness.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ19 Fine Menu (PC/HD) Press MENU to open the OSD menu. Press 34 to move to the Display menu and press ENTER. Press 34 to move up and down in the Display menu. Press 1 2 to adjust values and press ENTER to confirm the setting. ITEM Component 1 Horizontal size Vertical size Aspect V-Mute Picture Shift Reset DESCRIPTION Press 1 2 to change the source for component 1. Range: (☞ P.7, 8) 1. YPbPr – YPbPr – sync on green 2. SCART 3.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ20 Config. Menu (PC/HD and Video) PIP Configuration Menu ENGLISH Press MENU to open the OSD menu. Press 34 to move to the Config. menu and press ENTER. Press 34 to move up and down in the Config. menu. Press 1 2 to adjust values and press ENTER to confirm the setting. Press P-MENU in PIP mode to open PIP Configuration menu. Press 34 to move up and down in the PIP Configuration menu.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ21 Lamp Life and Replace Lamp ❖ Lamp Hour Display the lamp life by pressing the INFO. button on the remote controller. ENGLISH MAINTENANCE 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 an hour before cleaning. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn. 2. Use only a dampened cloth when cleaning.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ22 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Common problems and solutions Image Problems 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 con-nection. Check the following before proceeding to the problem-specific solutions.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ23 ENGLISH Lamp Problems ❖ Problem: There is no light from the projector 1. 2. 3. 4. Check that the power cable is securely connected. Ensure the power source is good by testing with another electrical device. Restart the projector in the correct order and check that the Power LED is blue. Have the lamp module replaced. ❖ Problem: The lamp goes off 1. Power surges can cause the lamp to turn off. Press the power button to turn off the projector.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 9:33 AM ページ24 ❖ Timing chart ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS ❖ Optical characteristics Panel 0.8 inch 16:9 1280 x 720 pixels Digital Micromirror Device Lamp 200W AC Lens f: 32.5 to 44.0mm F: F2.5 ❖ General Power requirement AC 100-240V, 47–63 Hz Power consumption 255 W Standby consumption 1.3 W at 100 V AC 1.6 W at 240 V AC Safety UL60950 CAN/CSA-C22-2 NO-60950 Projection size 60 to 300 inches ❖ Input/Output VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN EMC RCA x 1 NTSC-3.58/PAL-4.
VP8600_eng 05.10.25 11:04 AM ページ25 GLOSSARY ENGLISH DIMENSIONS Aspect ratio Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4 : 3. There are also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9, 1.88 : 1 and 2.35 : 1. Color Temperature White color hue. Low color temperature implies a warmer (more yellow/red) light. High color temperature implies a colder (more blue) light. 6.17 (156.7) 7.06 (179.4) 6.16 (156.4) 3.64 (92.5) 13.54 (344.
VP8600_Note 05.10.
VP8600_cov 05.10.25 9:31 AM ページ5 www.marantz.com You can find your nearest authorized distributor or dealer on our website. U.S.A. Marantz America, Inc. 1100 Maplewood Drive, Itasca, IL 60143, U.S.A. EUROPE Marantz Europe B.V. P.O. Box 8744, 5605 LS Eindhoven, The Netherlands is a registered trademark.