ENGLISH DLP™ PROJECTOR MODEL HC910 User Manual HC910 This User Manual is important to you. Please read it before using your projector.
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 REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Important safeguards ........................................................................................................................4 Preparing your projector....................................................................................................................6 Using the remote control ...................................................................................................................9 Setting up your projector............................................................
Important safeguards Please read all these instructions regarding your projector and retain them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector. 1. Read instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4.
Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your projector. It might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact your dealer. Never remove the cabinet. This projector contains high voltage circuitry. An inadvertent contact may result in an electric shock. Except as specifically explained in the User Manual do not attempt to service this product by yourself. Please contact your dealer when you want to fix, adjust or inspect the projector.
Preparing your projector Checking accessories The following accessories are provided with this projector. Check to be sure that all of the accessories are packed in the package. Cables Power supply parts Mini D-SUB 15-pin D-SUB 9-pin Mini D-SUB 15-pin 8-pin RS-232C cable (246C508-10) RGB cable for PC (246C521-10) Power cord (two) (246C483-10, 246C383-20) • Used for projector control by computer.
ENGLISH Overview 12 4 3 5 6 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 FOCUS ring ZOOM ring Control panel Air outlet grille Remote control sensor (Front) Air inlet grille Air outlet grille Terminal board Kensington Security Lock Standard connector Air inlet grille 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 POWER button AUTO POSITION / button COMPUTER / button MENU button STATUS indicator POWER indicator KEYSTONE/ENTER button VIDEO/ button button 7 9 10 Control area 5 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 Important: • While the menu is on the scre
Preparating your projector (Continue) Bottom side 1 Adjustment foot (Front) 2 Lamp cover 3 Adjustment feet (Rear) 1 Caution: Do not replace the lamp immediately after using the projector because the lamp would be extremely hot and it may cause burns. 2 3 Remote control 19 ON POWER OFF 1 2 3 4 DVI-D (HDCP) COMPONENT DVI COMP VIDEO 18 17 S-VIDEO 16 COMPUTER PC 15 ENTER 5 6 7 8 9 MENU ASPECT 14 AV MEMORY M1 M2 M3 CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR TEMP CNT BRT C.T.
ENGLISH Using the remote control Operational range of the remote control Rear of projector Front of projector 30˚ 30˚ 30˚ • Keep the remote control photo-sensor out of direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light. • Keep the remote control photo-sensor at least 2 m away from fluorescent lamps. Otherwise, the remote control may malfunction. • If there is an inverter-operated fluorescent lamp near the remote control, the remote control operation may become unstable.
Setting up your projector Setting up the screen Install the screen perpendicularly to the projector. If the screen can not be installed in such a way, adjust the projection angle of the projector. (See below.) • Install the screen and projector so that the projector’s lens is placed at the same height and horizontal position of the screen center. • Do not install the screen where it is exposed to direct sunlight or lighting.
ENGLISH Screen size and projection distance Refer to the following table to determine the screen size. Center of the lens Hd A (Height of the projected image) Screen size B (Width of the projected image) Projected distance (L) A (Height of the projected image) Screen size D C (Height of the screen) D When the aspect ratio of the screen is 4:3, the positional relation between the projected image and the screen is as shown on the right. Refer to the following table for installation.
Viewing video images A. Connecting the projector to video equipment Preparation: • Make sure that the power of the projector and that of the video equipment are turned off.
ENGLISH Connecting to a video player, etc. Video player, or the like 1. Connect one end of the optional video cable to the VIDEO IN terminal of the projector. 2. Connect the other end of the video cable to the video output terminal of the video equipment.
Viewing video images (continued) Connecting to video equipment having a DVI-D terminal You can project high-quality images by connecting the DVI-D terminal of this projector to video equipment having a DVI-D output terminal. In addition, this projector supports HDCP and is able to receive encrypted digital video data that are output from DVD players.
ENGLISH C. Projecting images Preparation: • Remove the lens cap. • Turn on the power of the connected video equipment. FOCUS ring COMPONENT button ZOOM ring ON ( I ) button VIDEO button S-VIDEO button POWER button POWER STATUS VIDEO button 1. Confirm the POWER indicator lights up red. • If the projector was turned off before the lamp was cooled down sufficiently last time, the fan may start rotating and the POWER button may not work after the power cord is plugged. (The STATUS indicator blinks green.
Viewing video images (continued) OFF ( ) button POWER button POWER STATUS To stop projecting: 8. Press the POWER button on the projector or the OFF ( ) button on the remote control. • A confirmation message is displayed. • To cancel the procedure, leave the projector for a while or press the MENU button. 9. Press the POWER button on the projector or the OFF ( ) button on the remote control again. • The lamp goes out and the projector goes into a standby mode.
You can change the aspect ratio of the input video signal (or the ratio of width to height of the image). Change the setting according to the type of the input video signal. 4:3 Original image size 16 : 9 Projects images with Projects images an aspect ratio of 4:3 with an aspect when the input signal ratio of 16:9. is 4:3 image. EXPAND REAL* Projects images in the CinemaScope size or Vista size together with subtitles. Projects images in their original size as input.
Viewing computer images A. Connecting the projector to a computer Preparation: • Make sure that the power of the projector and that of the computer are turned off. • When connecting the projector to a desktop computer, disconnect the RGB cables that are connected to the monitor. For analog connection: 1. Connect one end of the supplied RGB cable to the COMPUTER IN/ COMPUTER IN/COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal of the COMPONENT VIDEO IN projector.
ENGLISH C. Projecting images Preparation: • Remove the lens cap. • Turn on the power of the connected computer. FOCUS ring ON ( I ) button DVI-D(HDCP) button COMPUTER button ZOOM ring POWER button POWER STATUS COMPUTER button 1. Confirm the POWER indicator lights up red. • If the projector was turned off before the lamp was cooled down sufficiently last time, the fan may start rotating and the POWER button may not work after the power cord is plugged. (The STATUS indicator blinks green.
Viewing computer images (continued) OFF ( ) button POWER button POWER STATUS To stop projecting: 8. Press the POWER button on the projector or the OFF ( ) button on the remote control. • A confirmation message is displayed. • To cancel the procedure, leave the projector for a while or press the MENU button. 9. Press the POWER button on the projector or the OFF ( ) button on the remote control again. • The lamp goes out and the projector goes into a standby mode.
ENGLISH Menu operation • Menus are not displayed when no signal is supplied to the projector. IMAGE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS WHITE ENHANCE COLOR TEMP.
Menu operation (continued) Available settings in the menus Set the following items on their relevant menus. 1. IMAGE menu opt. IMAGE 2. INSTALLATION menu opt. SVGA60 INSTALLATION AV MEMORY 1 CONTRAST KEYSTONE 0 BRIGHTNESS 0 WHITE ENHANCE AUTO COLOR TEMP. 6500K COLOR ON TINT 0 LAMP MODE SHARPNESS 0 IMAGE REVERSE GAMMA MODE AUTO 1. IMAGE menu ITEM CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS WHITE ENHANCE COLOR TEMP.
ASPECT AUTO 4:3 16:9 EXPAND REAL PASSWORD FUNCTION LANGUAGE RESET ALL 10 languages 4. SIGNAL menu ITEM HORIZ. POSITION * VERT. POSITION * FINE SYNC. TRACKING COMPUTER INPUT SETTING RGB YCBCR/YPBPR SET UP AUTO OFF 3.75%/7.5% HOLD USER CLAMP POSITION/ CLAMP WIDTH LPF • • • • FUNCTION Use to change the position of the menu. The film mode will be automatically activated when a film source signal is input. The film mode will not be activated.
Adjusting projected images To adjust the brightness (CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS): You can make adjustments for the brightness of the projected image using the menu. (See Page 21 for menu setting.) 1. Display the IMAGE menu. 2. Select CONTRAST or BRIGHTNESS by pressing the or button. 3. Adjust the selected item by pressing the or button. To cancel the menu: 4. Press the MENU button. CONTRAST Select to adjust the contrast of the image.
ENGLISH To adjust the tone of white (COLOR TEMP.): You can select a preset color temperature (white tone) using the menu. (See Page 21 for menu setting.) 1. Display the IMAGE menu. 2. Select COLOR TEMP. by pressing the or button. 3. Select your desired color temperature by pressing the or button. To cancel the menu: 4. Press the MENU button.
Adjusting projected images (continued) This projector automatically and properly projects video signals supplied from the computer. However, some video signals may not be projected, depending on the type of the computer. In such a case, press the AUTO POSITION button. (See Page 20.) When the signal is still not projected properly, adjust the projected image using the SIGNAL menu. How to adjust the image supplied from the computer using the menu: Carry out the following procedures according to the symptoms.
Password function This projector is equipped with the password function that is designed for prevention of wrong operation by children and restriction on operation by other than specified users. MENU ACCESS…………All the buttons except for the POWER button on the projector are disabled. (The buttons on the remote control are enabled.) You can use this mode as a measure of prevention of wrong operation by children and restriction on operation by other than specified users. To enable the password function: 1.
Asking for installation To view images projected by the ceiling-mounted projector from the front: When the projector is installed on the ceiling, the special ceiling mount bracket, which is separately sold, is required. Be sure to ask a certified installation specialist for installation of the projector. Contact your dealer for details.
This projector has a filter cover (filter) for keeping dust out. When using the projector in a dusty place, attach this filter cover. Installation Before installing this filter to the projector, be sure to unplug the projector from the outlet. 1. Fit three hooks of the filter cover into the projector. 2. Push the filter cover in the direction of the arrow. • If you use excess force to push the filter cover, the hooks may be damaged. 3. Tighten the attachment screw (a) firmly.
Replacing the lamp This projector is equipped with a lamp to project images. This lamp is a consumable. It may burn out or its brightness may decrease during use. In such cases, replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible. Be sure to replace the lamp with a new lamp separately sold that is exclusive to this projector. Contact your dealer for purchase of the lamp. WARNING: • Be careful not to drop the lamp fixing screws into the inside of the projector.
ENGLISH To replace the lamp: 1. Reverse the projector gently. (b) (a) 2. Loosen the screw (a) using a Phillips screwdriver (+), and remove the lamp cover (b). 3. Loosen the screws (c) using a Phillips screwdriver (+). 4. Pull up the handle. 5. Pull out the lamp box by the handle while holding the projector. • Pull the lamp box out of the projector slowly. If it is pulled out quickly, the lamp may break scattering glass fragments.
Troubleshooting Before asking for repair of the projector, check the following. If the symptom persists, stop using the projector, be sure to unplug the power plug, and then contact your dealer. No image appears on the screen. Problem Power can not be turned on. Solution • Check whether the indicators are on or off and how they are lightning. POWER Off STATUS Off Solution • Connect the power cord to the projector. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
Problem "NO SIGNAL" is displayed. Solution • Turn on the power of the connected device, or check whether there is something wrong with the connected device. • Check whether the external device output signals. (Check this especially when the external device is a notebook computer.) • Check that the cable connected to the external device isn't defective. • Check that the projector is connected to the external device using the correct terminals.
Troubleshooting (continued) Others Problem Solution The exhaust vents emit warm air. • This air comes out after cooling the inside of the projector. You may feel hot, but this is not a malfunction. • The microcomputers inside the projector may be wrongly operating because of noise. Press the POWER button to turn off the lamp and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Wait about 10 minutes, plug the power cord in, and try again. The menu can't be used. “TEMPERATURE!!” is displayed.
This projector has two indicators, each of which shows the operation condition of the projector. The following offer solutions to possible problems. If these problem persist, turn the projector off and consult your dealer. POWER indicator STATUS indicator Normal condition POWER STATUS Steady red Off CONDITION NOTE Stand-by Steady green Blinking green Steady green Steady green Lamp stand-by (about 1 minute) The POWER button cannot be used to switch between on and off. The power is on.
Specifications The specifications and outside appearance of the projector are subject to change without prior notice. Type Model Display Technology DLP™ projector HC910 0.65-inch Single chip DMD (Aspect ratio 16:9) Pixel 1024 x 576 = 589824 pixels Projection lens Light-source lamp Image size (Projection distance) Maximum number of display colors Maximum Computer signal resolution F 2.4 - 2.6 f= 23 - 27.6 mm 200 W 40" min. to 275" max. (Projection distance 1.
ENGLISH Specification of RGB signals in each computer mode of the projector Signal mode Resolution (H x V) 640 x 400 640 x 400 640 x 400 640 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 640 x 480 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 TV60, 480i(525i) TV50, 576i(625i) 1080i 60 (1125i 60) 1080i 50 (1125i 50) 480p (525p) 576p (625p) 720p 60 (750p 60) 720p 50 (750p 50) PC98 CGA70 CGA84 CGA85 VGA60
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