For safe and correct use, be sure to read “Before Using” before using the machine. In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located at the bottom of your projector. Model No. Serial No. Retain this information for future reference.
Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 to persons.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by USA only Ricoh, or parties authorized by Ricoh, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Notice: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil CANADA only numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Before Using - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. 1. Read Owner’s Manual 3.
8. Be sure that you firmly insert the plug into the wall outlet. The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire or electric shock. Avoid using an unsound or loose outlet. 6. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) 11. Lightning storms 14. Do not place the product vertically For added protection for this product during a storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. Never operate this unit on AC power during a thunderstorm. If you see lightning or hear thunder, never touch the unit, cables and/or peripherals.
19. If glass components, Do not place this product on an including lens and lamp, unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, should break, contact your or table. The product may fall, causing sales representative for serious injury to a child or adult, and repair service. serious damage to the product. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) 22. Replacement Parts 25. Do not use the product in a closed installation location. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. (Only the replacement of the lamp should be made by users.
If your line voltage is 220 to 240 V, use one of the following types of cable/plug. Plug configuration Plug type Plug configuration Line voltage EURO 0 – 40 V UK 0 – 40 V Use a 5 A fuse which is approved by ASTA or BSI to BSI36 . Always replace the fuse cover after changing the fuse.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (Continued) LCD Panel • If the air filter is stained or clogged, the main unit inner temperature rises. As a result, the life of the LCD is shortened and a malfunction may also occur. Clean the air filter from time to time and replace it regularly. It is recommended that you replace the filter at the time you replace the lamp. (Ask your sales representative where the unit was purchased or your nearby service station about an air filter for replacement.
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CONTENTS Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.............................................................................. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................ 4 POWER SUPPLY INFORMATION................................................................. 9 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS........................................................................ 9 EXEMPTION CLAUSES..............................................................................
Before connecting via a network.................................................................. 46 How to use the USB terminal....................................................................... 48 Using the menus 2....................................................................................... 50 Setup using the Setting display (2)........................................................... 50 Setting up the Network Projector/Network Utility......................................
Preparations Checking the package contents Please make sure that the following items are included in the box, along with the main unit. If any item is missing, immediately contact the store where you purchased the product.
Names of each part on the main unit (3) (2) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10)(11) (12) (13) (14) (15) Back (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Name Control panel Zooming lever Focusing lever Lamp cover Air exhaust Air intake Front : : : : : : : (7) Lens cap : (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) : : : : : : : : : Lens Infrared remote sensor AC IN socket Terminals on the rear panel Speaker Antitheft lock slot Foot adjuster release button Foot adjuster Air filter (16) (15) (14) Function Operates the proj
Names of each part on the control panel and remote control Control panel (7) (6) Remote Control Remote control transmitter (5) (3) (4) (5) (6) (12) (11) (18) (20) (21) (9) (8) (10) (2) (19) (7) (8) (1) (1) (15) (16) (21) Battery cover (17) (13) (14) (4) (3) (2) Name : Main Function Control panel (1) (2) (3) (4) ENTER button INPUT button MENU button RETURN/MUTE button : : : : (5) ON/STANDBY button/ ON/STANDBY indicator (6) TEMP indicator (7) LAMP indicator (8) Selection button : :
(9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) : Main Function : Goes back one screen. : Menu selections and adjustments, volume control and keystone adjustment, etc. p.36 Mouse control button : Controls a mouse pointer. p.20 p.65 p.71 PAGE+ button : Proceeds PowerPoint® slides. p.20 p.65 p.71 : Cuts off the picture and sound temporarily. p.33 MUTE button FREEZE button : Pauses image. p.
Names of the terminals on the rear panel (1) (2) (3) (4) (8) (5) (6) (9)(10)(11) (12) Name (1) USB terminal (2) HDMI™ terminal (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (7) : Main Function : Connects a commercial USB memory device. p.48 : Inputs digital signals from HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) compatible digital source. AUDIO IN terminal : Inputs audio signals from a computer or video equipment.
Preparing and using the remote control Loading dry-cell batteries into the remote control 1 Operating the remote control Point toward the projector’s infrared remote sensor, and press any button on the remote control. Remove the battery cover. 2 Insert the dry-cell batteries. Approx.15° Be sure to align the plus and minus ends of the batteries properly. Ap pro x.5 Note: When operating the remote control from behind the projector, the infrared signal is reflected on the projecting surface.
Operating a computer using the remote control A computer can be operated using the projector’s remote control. This function is available on any computer with the Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, or Windows® 7 operating system, that is equipped with a USB port which can support USB 2.0 (The mouse remote control receiver is also supported on Mac OS X for the Mac). However, please note that Ricoh does not guarantee the operation of all computers.
Placement Placement Styles As shown in the figures below, this device can be placed in 4 different styles. The factory setting is “floor-mounted front projection.” Set the [Projection mode] in the Default setting 2 menu p.43 , in accordance with your needs. Preparations Floor-mounted front projection Floor-mounted rear projection Ceiling-mounted front projection Ceiling-mounted rear projection WARNING • Always obey the instructions listed in IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS when placing the unit.
Placement (Continued) Projection Distance and Size Use the figures, tables, and formulas below to determine the projection size and projection distance. (Projection sizes are approximate values for full-size picture with no keystone adjustment.) PJ X3241N Projection size (inches) - 0.890 32.863 Projection size (inches) - 0.748 a (max length) = 27.
PJ WX3231N As seen from above Projection distance a Projection min length max length size (zooming max) (zooming min) 90° As seen from the side Lens center 90° a 30 inches 40 inches 50 inches 60 inches 70 inches 80 inches 90 inches 100 inches 120 inches 150 inches 200 inches 250 inches 300 inches 0.94 m (3.08 ft.) 1.14 m (3.74 ft.) 1.27 m (4.17 ft.) 1.52 m (4.99 ft.) 1.59 m (5.22 ft.) 1.91 m (6.27 ft.) 1.91 m (6.27 ft.) 2.30 m (7.55 ft.) 2.23 m (7.32 ft.) 2.68 m (8.79 ft.) 2.55 m (8.37 ft.) 3.
Connection Before connection • Read the owner’s manual of the device you are connecting to the projector. • Some computers cannot be used with or connected to this projector. Check for an RGB and an HDMI output terminal, supported signal p.100 p.101 , etc. • Turn off the power of both devices before connecting. • The figure below shows sample connections. This does not mean that all of these devices can or must be connected simultaneously. (Dotted lines mean items can be exchanged.
Preparations Notes • When COMPUTER 2 IN terminal is used as MONITOR OUT terminal, the signal which is input to COMPUTER 1 IN terminal is output. • Signals are output from MONITOR OUT terminal even in standby mode. However, from AUDIO OUT terminal, no audio signal is output. • A computer monitor cannot accept Y/PB/PR signals correctly. • The AUDIO IN terminal can be used for devices connected to COMPUTER 1 IN terminal, COMPUTER 2 IN terminal, VIDEO terminal and S-VIDEO terminal.
Operations Turning the power on and off Connect the power cord 1 Insert the power cord connector into the AC IN socket of the projector. 2 Insert the power cord plug into a wall or other power outlet. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes green and the projector enters standby mode. When [Network standby] is set to [On], the ON/ STANDBY indicator lights orange. Power cord connector (Supplied) Turn the power on 1 Remove the lens cap. Be sure to remove the lens cap when the power is turned on.
Turn the power off 1 Press the ON/STANDBY button. When the beep sound setting is [On], the projector beeps, and a message appears, confirming that you wish to shut off the power. To shut off the power, press the ON/ STANDBY button again. If you do not wish to shut off the power, wait for a while without conducting any operations. The message will disappear after a moment and the operation will no longer be valid.
Basic operations 1 Turn on the power. Turn on the power by following the instructions in “Turn the power on” p.26 . 2 Select the language and the lamp power during initial startup. When the projector is used for the first time after purchase, the start menu for language selection, lamp power selection and configuration is displayed in English. (If the screen is out of focus, adjust it according to the step 6 .) 1 Use the , , then press the or button to select the desired language and button.
Notes • When [Auto input search] is set to [Off] in the Default setting 1 menu p.42 , the Input select menu appears if you press the INPUT button. The factory default setting is [On]. • If the projector is in network input mode and no image is projected after you press the INPUT button, check that the connected equipment is working, and press the INPUT button again.
Basic operations (Continued) Precautions • Lamp characteristics may rarely cause the brightness to fluctuate slightly. • The LCD panel is manufactured using high precision technology. There may be black spots (pixels that do not light) or bright spots (pixels that are constantly lit) on the panel. These are intrinsic characteristics of the manufacturing technology and are not malfunctions. Notes • A lamp is a consumable item.
Using handy features Using auto setting (For computer input only) This function automatically sets up the projector to the optimum state. It sets up the sampling phase, frequency and screen position, etc., for each type of input signal through a simple operation. Remote control Press the remote control’s AUTO SET button. The icon will appear during processing. You can also set it by selecting [Auto setting] in the Image adjustment menu p.37 .
Using handy features (Continued) Resizing image The projected image can be resized (zoomed in/out). 1 Press the remote control’s RESIZE button. Each time you press the RESIZE button, zoom ratio is up. You can keep pressing it to enlarge the image further. 2 To zoom out, press the remote control’s RESIZE button. Each time you press the RESIZE button, zoom ratio is down. You can keep pressing it to reduce the image further. (However, the image cannot be smaller than the original size.
Cutting off the picture and sound temporarily (Mute) When you want to project the images of another projector or overhead projector temporarily, this projector’s images and sound can be turned off using the MUTE button. Remote control Press the remote control’s MUTE button or the RETURN/ MUTE button on the projector control panel. Operations The picture and sound are cut off. (Pressing the MUTE button or the RETURN/MUTE button again cancels the Mute function and restores the picture and sound.
Using handy features (Continued) Notes • Thru display is available for Computer (including HDMI-input images) and Networkinput images. • Wide or 4:3 zoom display is available for Y/PB/PR (including HDMI-input images), Video and S-video-input images. • [Screen size] of the Display setting menu has the same function p.39 p.40 .
How to set password (from [Off] to [On]) 1 Select [Password] in the Default setting 2 menu and press the or button. 2 Select [Password setting] and press the 3 Select [On]. 4 Select [OK] and press the button. or button. The password entry screen is displayed. 5 Enter the password using the numeric keys of the remote control. 6 The password setting will be set as [On]. 1 Turn on the power. 2 The lamp lights and the password entry screen appears.
Using the menus 1 You can call up on-screen menus, and conduct a number of adjustments and settings using the MENU button p.16 on the control panel of the main unit and remote control. Setup using the Setting display The menu shown below is for operation instructions purposes and might differ from the actual display. 1. Press the MENU button 2. Select a Category Select a category by using This will display the Setting display menu. .
Note • Menu adjustments and settings will not be saved, if the power cable is disconnected or the power goes out before the adjustments and settings have been completed and the menu display has been closed. The image adjustment menu Use this menu to set or adjust image related items. Items that can be set or adjusted are marked “Yes”, and those that cannot are marked “No”. (When an item is masked, it indicates that you cannot select it using the current input.
Using the menus 1 (Continued) Item Position Description Press using then change mode and adjust with Computer Y/PB/PR HDMI Video S-video Network USB memory Yes No No No No No No Phase Adjust to eliminate flicker. Yes No No No No No No Frequency Adjust to eliminate periodic patterns and flickering when many fine vertical lines appear on the screen. Yes No No No No No No H-position Adjust the horizontal position of the image.
The display setting menu Use this menu to set screen display related items. (The items in gray color cannot be set with the current input selection.) Description Item Screen size Screen size setting [ or : Enter setting] [ :Selection] X3241N : Normal/Full/Thru/Wide WX3231N : Normal/Full/Thru/4:3 zoom ] Allows the projected images to shift vertically when the screen size setting is selected Wide for X3241N (within the range of 1024 x 768) and 4:3 zoom for WX3231N (within the range of 1280 x 800).
Using the menus 1 (Continued) Detailed description [Screen size] • Normal • • • • • • • • : Enlarges an input image to fit the screen without changing the aspect ratio of video signals. Full : Displays an input image in 1024 × 768 dot resolution by enlarging it to fill the entire screen. (X3241N) Displays an input image in 1280 x 800 dot resolution by enlarging it to fill the entire screen. (WX3231N) Thru : Displays an input image in the native resolution of the video signals.
How to register user logo 1 Project a picture to register. 2 Select [User logo] in the Display setting menu, and press the button. or 3 Select from the displayed menu list and press the button. 4 The registration area is displayed for confirmation. Select [OK] and press the button. • If the picture does not fall within the display area, use the computer to scroll the screen. button. • A message is displayed while registration is in process.
Using the menus 1 (Continued) The default setting menu This menu shows placement status and other settings. Default setting 1 menu Description Item Auto keystone Always corrects keystone distortion automatically. On Off No signal power off Sets the time to wait for the power to be turned off after the last operation is made with no input signal. Off (not turned off) 30 min. Auto input search Sets whether the input with signals is only selected or not.
[Voice guide] Even when you set the [Voice guide] to [Off], it still informs you of the abnormal conditions. [Power on] If [Power on] is set to [Auto] and there is a power outage, the projector will come on once power is restored. [Network standby] When [Network standby] is set to [On], the network is switched to the standby state as the projector enters standby. While the network is in standby, the projector can be powered on using the remote control function of the Network Utility.
Using the menus 1 (Continued) [Remote control] Sets a remote control code from 2 types. You can set each code respectively for up to 2 projectors. The factory setting is [1]. To switch codes, set the same code for the projector and the remote control. A remote control code is applied after the setting is done. • You cannot operate the remote control if the codes of the projector and the remote control do not match.
Displaying Information (Status display) This displays information about the input signal, lamp use time, etc.
Network/USB memory Before connecting via a network Check your computer’s Operating System before you connect a projector with your computer via a network. This projector supports the Network Projector function of Windows Vista® and Windows® 7 features. • If your computer’s Operating System is Windows Vista® or Windows® 7, and you intend to use the Network Projector function for network connection, see “Connection using the Network Projector (Windows Vista® or Windows® 7)” p.
3) Displaying a video image saved on a computer via the projector Video files can be sent to the projector for image display. As well, the sound stored in the video file is sent to the projector. 4) Displaying computer’s screens via projectors using the Multiscreen function This function allows users to display multiple screens by sending data to different projectors from a single computer by setting up the virtual displays on the computer.
How to use the USB terminal This projector can connect to a commercial USB memory device and a USB memory card reader/writer that are USB2.0 compliant, a digital camera or the like and display the JPEG and MPEG files saved in those devices. p.49 (Ricoh does not guarantee the operation of all USB 2.0-compliant devices.) To connect or disconnect a USB device, use the following procedure: Connecting USB device Plug in the USB device.
USB memory devices This projector can read JPEG, MPEG1, and MPEG2 (PS) files stored in a USB memory device and display them on the screen. This allows you to give presentations without a computer, create an advertising screen board using the slideshow function, and more. (The projector cannot reproduce animation effects such as those produced by Microsoft® PowerPoint®.) The USB terminal The USB terminal of the projector is USB2.
Using the menus 2 Setup using the Setting display (2) Projector settings (Be sure to read this subsection.) Using the factory settings as-is may suffer security damage, so be sure to change the projector settings. 1. Press the MENU button twice 2. Select a Category The Setting display (2) is displayed. * Appears only when Network or USB memory input is selected. Displays the current settings of selected category. Item shown in gray cannot be set with the currently set conditions of the projector.
Setting up the Network Projector/Network Utility If you select Network Utility, the following items can be set. Category Wireless LAN Description Item Easy Connect [Yes (USB memory) LAN settings No] [Enter: Mode: Ad hoc ] Infrastructure SSID: Specify a desired character string (1 to 32 characters). [ : Move left or right one character.] [ to : Set a character.] DHCP: Use Not use IP address: Enter using the numeric keys of the remote control. [ : Move left or right one character.
Using the menus 2 (Continued) Category Application Description Item Remote control Specify whether to allow the remote control of the projector from a computer. Presentation Forbidden Allowed The projector always accepts remote commands from a Allowed: computer. Presentation: Accepts only the remote commands from the computer by which an image is projected on the projector (Update automatically) using Network Utility. Always ignores any remote commands from a computer.
Details on individual items • [Wireless LAN settings] This feature allows users to easily connect the projector to a computer over a network, without making Wireless LAN settings using Network Utility. Your projector is set to Ad hoc in the factory. Change the setting if you want to use the projector in Infrastructure mode. This is an ID code for connecting to specific individuals over a wireless LAN. This may also be called “Network group” or “Network name”.
Using the menus 2 (Continued) • [Security for wireless LAN settings] Set the authentication to enhance network security. Select a method identical to that of the wireless LAN terminal to be connected with. Set Encryption according to the setting you made for Network authentication, as follows. When you have set Network authentication to Open or Shared, select WEP for Encryption.
• [Wired LAN settings] If you set DHCP to Use, the IP address of the projector is assigned automatically by the DHCP server. If your network environment does not assign IP addresses automatically, set DHCP to Not use, then set the following items IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway manually. When DHCP is set to Not use, consult with your network administrator for the settings below and set the IP address manually. An IP address is a unique number assigned to a terminal.
Using the menus 2 (Continued) Note • If you select [Network Projector] in the Setting display (2) menu, the same items in [Network Utility] will be displayed except for the following 2 items. 1 2 [Easy Connect (USB memory)] feature is not available. In the item [Application], [Password] and [Disconnect] are available as follows. Category Application Item Description Password Set password Disconnect Disconnect while transferring an image using Network Projector.
The control setting menu This menu sets Projector name, Email function and PJLink function, etc. Select Control setting in step 2 in “Projector settings” p.50 . The following content will be displayed. Description Item Projector Specify a desired character string (0 to 16 characters). name [ or : Enter setting.] [ : Move left or right one character.] : Set a character.] [ : Confirm] [ : Select OK to end] Press [Cancel] to return.
Using the menus 2 (Continued) Precautions • When purchased, is set to [Off] and is not set by factory setting. You are recommended to make authentication setting as soon as possible. • If you forget a password, set it again. • [Wireless network] If you set Wireless network to Disabled, the wireless LAN connection will be unusable. Set Wireless network to Disabled when you do not wish to use the wireless LAN for network connection.
Details on individual items Still Image • [Auto. demo] On: A slide show begins automatically when a USB memory device is inserted and input switches to USB memory. At this time, the JPEG files in the root directory of the USB memory device are used in the slide show. If the input has already been switched to USB memory, the slide show begins automatically when the USB memory device is inserted. button. Pressing this button again allows • To pause the slide show, press the the slide show to begin.
Using the menus 2 (Continued) Common • [Play icon] The slideshow icon can be displayed. • Standard The projector handles the slideshow icon as follows depending on the “On/Off” setting of Icon on the projector’s menu. Icon On: The projector displays the icon upon the start of playing a slide show and turns it off after a few seconds. Icon Off: The projector does not display the icon. • Continuous The projector keeps the icon displayed during the slide show.
Using the Network Projector Setting up the projector 1 Turn the projector power on. 2 Switch the input to Network. Make sure to set the projector’s input to Network. If the other inputs are selected, the projector will not be recognized by the computer. 3 A password will be displayed. A password will be displayed only when [Password] is set to [On] in the Application category of the Network Projector settings. 4 By referring to “Using the menus 2”, make the wireless LAN or wired LAN settings.
Installing the applications If you want to use the projector’s internal wireless LAN function, install the Network Utility on the supplied CD-ROM onto your computer.
How to uninstall Uninstall [RICOH Network Utility] and [RICOH JPEG Conversion Tool] programs by using a program removal utility found in the [Control Panel] on your computer. Notes Network/ USB memory • Your computer screen may temporarily go out during installation, but it is not an error. • Before beginning installation or uninstallation, you need to log on as Administrator.
Using the Network Utility Displaying a computer’s screen via the projector 1 Launch the Network Utility software application. When the Network Utility launches, the Screen Image transmission mode window appears on the computer screen. To switch to the Screen Image transmission mode window from another mode, click the Screen Image icon . If a message reporting a firewall block appears, select “Allow access”. 2 Select Transmission mode. Click Update automatically or Update manually.
• Network Mouse Controller Check the Control computer mouse pointer using remote control (Only when connected with one projector) checkbox to control computer mouse pointer with Mouse control button, PAGE+ button, PAGE - button, L-CLICK button and R-CLICK button of the projector’s remote control. Note 1: This function is available when only one projector is connected to computer. Note 2: When you use the Network Mouse Controller function, do not connect the mouse remote control receiver to your computer.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) Notes • It may not be possible to transmit the images from a movie player or other video applications. • When using “Update automatically”, the transmitted image refresh rate depends on the performance of the computer you are using and the surrounding radio wave environment. • The projector screen may have a few differences from the computer screen.
4 Select the file to be sent from the pull-down list of the Transmission File field. Click the Transmission File field’s button to display the pull-down list. Select the file to be sent from this list. A thumbnail of the selected file appears in the Preview box. The file displayed here will be transmitted. Step 3 can be skipped. The way that drag and drop the file to be sent from the desktop or Windows Explorer into the Preview box is also available.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) 3 Click the Advanced button. The Movie file: Advanced Settings dialog appears. Set the dialog as shown below, as necessary. • Interruption Check the No Interruptions checkbox to prevent other computers from interrupting the projector, for example, during a presentation. • Transmission Mode (Sound) Check the Transmit sound to a projector (Only when connected with one projector) checkbox to transmit the sound being played on a computer to the projector.
6 Select the projector to transmit to. A list of the names of the projectors you can use will appear. (If a projector’s name is not specified, its ID will be displayed instead.) Select the checkbox of the projector to be transmitted to from this list. Then icon is displayed on the projector’s screen for a few seconds. It is possible to select only one projector. 7 Click the button. The selected file’s image is displayed by the projector and the Control window appears as well.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) Displaying computer’s screens via projectors using the Multiscreen function 1 Launch the Network Utility software application. The Screen Image transmission mode window appears on the computer’s screen. 2 Click the Multiscreen icon . The Network Utility window changes to Multiscreen transmission mode. 3 Select Transmission mode. Click Update automatically or Update manually. See step 7 for the descriptions of Update automatically and Update manually.
• Network Mouse Controller Check the Control computer mouse pointer using remote control (Only when connected with one projector) checkbox to control computer mouse pointer with Mouse control button, PAGE+ button, PAGE - button, L-CLICK button and R-CLICK button of the computer’s remote control. Note 1: This function is available when only one projector is connected to computer. Note 2: When you use the Network Mouse Controller function, do not connect the mouse remote control receiver to your computer.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) 6 Select the projector to transmit to. A list of the names of the projectors you can use will appear. (If a projector’s name is not specified, its ID will be displayed instead.) Check the checkbox of the projector you wish to transmit to from this list. And select the virtual display number that you wish to transmit to from the pull-down list in the Screen box.
Example 2) Using only a single computer, you can make an effective presentation by displaying different image data stored in the computer via multiple projectors (up to 4 projectors). [When using 2 projectors] Network/ USB memory [When using 4 projectors] projector is unable to display a divided * This single image in large size by combining each Notes display sent by multiple projectors.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) Notes • It may not be possible to transmit the images from a movie player or other video applications. • When using “Update automatically”, the transmitted image refresh rate depends on the performance of the computer you are using and the surrounding radio wave environment. • The projector screen may have a few differences from the computer screen. • The projector ID is the MAC address of the wired LAN inserted into the projector.
Easy Connect utility This feature allows users to easily connect the projector to a computer over wireless networks, without making Wireless LAN settings using Network Utility. Launch the Network Utility software application and click the Tool button to bring up the Wireless LAN Settings Utility dialog box. Select a desired connection mode in this dialog box. How to set up with [Simple 1:1 connection] • Setting on the projector 1 Turn the projector power on. 2 Switch the input to Network.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) How to set up with [USB memory connection] Set up wireless LAN using a commercial USB memory device. For USB devices whose operation has been verified, please contact your sales representative. 1) Copying the computer settings to the projector • Setting on the computer 1 Insert the USB memory device into the USB terminal slot on the computer. 2 Click the Tool button of the Network Utility to bring up the Wireless LAN Settings Utility dialog box.
2) Modifying the computer settings using the projector settings • Setting on the projector 1 Turn the projector power on. 2 Switch the input to Network. 3 Press the MENU button twice, then select Easy Connect (USB memory) in Network Utility settings from the Setting display (2) menu and press the button. 4 When a confirmation window appears, insert the USB memory device into the projector. 5 Click Yes then press the button. The wireless LAN settings are saved to the USB memory device.
Using the Network Utility (Continued) How to use [Profile settings] This feature allows the user to save the computer’s wireless LAN settings. This feature is useful when you need to change wireless LAN settings according to where you use. • Advanced setting This feature allows the user to set details for Easy Connect settings. Make the following settings as required in this dialog.
Operating the projector This function can be used with any projector input. 1 Launch the Network Utility software application. The Screen Image transmission mode window appears on the computer’s screen. 2 Click the Remote Control button. The Remote Control window appears. As the Network Utility window is still displayed, you can operate the projector via the Remote Control window, while using the Network Utility’s functions.
Projecting images stored in a USB memory device Playing a slide show from a thumbnail list With Auto. demo set to Off in “Setting slideshow options”, data readout begins when a USB memory device is inserted and the input switches to USB memory. A list of thumbnails will then appear on the screen. The figure below is an example of this process: Thumbnail list number Current list No.
1 Plug a USB memory device. Plug in a USB memory device according to the procedure in “Connecting USB device” p.48 . The projector starts loading data from the USB memory device and displays a thumbnail list on the screen. 2 Searching for a target file • Use the buttons to move the orange frame over the desired file or folder. • If there are multiple pages of thumbnails, click the button on the bottom row to go to the next page, and the button on the top row to go to the previous page.
Projecting images stored in a USB memory device (Continued) For MPEG files 3 Displaying video • Pressing the button while a file is selected plays only the video image in fullscreen view. Pressing the button again pauses the video image. • To return to the thumbnail list display screen, press the RETURN button. 4 Fast-forwarding and rewinding video images Pressing the buttons while a video image is displayed fast-forwards or rewinds the video image.
How to use the JPEG Conversion Tool The JPEG Conversion Tool converts JPEG files not supported by the projector, image files in other formats, Microsoft® PowerPoint® files, and other similar files into JPEG files. The JPEG files converted with this tool can be displayed by sending them using the wireless LAN p.66 , or saving them on a USB memory device. Launching the JPEG Conversion Tool The window shown in the figure to the right appears on the computer screen.
How to use the JPEG Conversion Tool (Continued) ® ® Converting files created with Microsoft PowerPoint This process provides presentations without using a computer by converting presentation files created with Microsoft® PowerPoint® into JPEG files, storing them on a USB memory device, and displaying them in a slide show. • To use this conversion mode, Microsoft® PowerPoint® must be installed on the computer. • Only static images are supported by this process. Animation and audio are not supported.
(9) (a) In the JPEG Conversion Tool window, click the Conversion button. (b) The resolution selection dialog box appears. Select a desired resolution and click the OK button. (c) A confirmation dialog box opens. Click Yes. The computer begins to convert the file. When it finishes, a message appears informing you that “a JPEG file has been created”.
How to use the JPEG Conversion Tool (Continued) Creating a screen capture and converting it into a JPEG file This function saves the current computer screen as a JPEG file. (1) In the Conversion Method field, select Creating screen capture. (1) (2) In the File settings field, click the Browse button for File name after conversion. The Save As dialog box appears.
Setting up the projector using a Web browser How to use the “Projector Configuration Tool” The “Projector Configuration Tool” uses the Web server features of the projector to set up the projector using the network. When using the “Projector Configuration Tool”, set up the Network connecting the projector and the computer. 1 See “Checking the projector status” p.60 to display information on the screen and write down the IP address. 2 Invoke Internet Explorer. Internet Explorer Ver. 6.0,Ver. 7.0 or Ver.
Setting up the projector using a Web browser (Continued) 4 Select items from the menu on the left. Settings: Status Display: Features: Top: Make settings for the Network or USB memory input menu. Verify the projector state. Shows the functions available with the Network or USB memory. Returns you to the top page.
Details on major items • Settings When Browser authentication has been set to On, access to the setup page requires the input of the password. The following settings are available for [Wireless LAN], [Wired LAN], [Control settings] and [Slideshow]. • The items displayed on the screen can be set. • Enter individual items and press the Execute button to update their setting. • Status display Displays some states of the projector. Projector: Displays the contents of status display in the Setting display.
Maintenance Lamp replacement A lamp is a consumable item. If used for extended periods, images will appear dark, and the lamp could burn out. This is characteristic of a lamp, and is not malfunction. (The lifetime of the lamp depends on condition of use.) If this happens, replace it with a new one. WARNING • If the projector is mounted on the ceiling, it is strongly recommended that you contact your sales representative when the lamp has to be exchanged. Do not attempt to replace the lamp by yourself.
Lamp replacement (Continued) 1 Unplug power cord. 2 Wait until lamp is sufficiently cooled. Wait for at least 1 hour. 3 Remove the outer lamp cover. Outer lamp cover To remove the outer lamp cover, loosen the screw on the side of the projector, and then slide the cover out and up (as shown in the illustration). 4 Remove the inner lamp cover. Inner lamp cover To remove the inner lamp cover, fully remove both screws, and then lift the cover (as shown in the illustration).
7 Replace the inner lamp cover. Inner lamp cover Reattach both screws removed in step 4 . Tighten the screws until the inner lamp cover is fully immobile. 8 Replace the outer lamp cover. Outer lamp cover Reseat the outer lamp cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrows (as shown in the illustration), and then tighten the screw loosened in step 3 . Tighten the screw until the outer lamp cover is fully immobile. (The outer lamp cover must be attached.) 9 Reset the lamp time.
Air filter cleaning The air filter prevents dust and debris from getting inside the projector. Never run the projector with the filter removed. It is recommended that you clean the air filter regularly. • The message “Check the air filter for dirt.” is displayed every 100 hours. (Once the usage time exceeds 100 hours, the message is displayed for about 30 seconds the first time the power is turned on and an image is displayed. The message will disappear with any operation.
Lens and main unit cleaning WARNING • Request cleaning and maintenance of a ceiling-mounted unit from your sales representative. Attempting to clean the unit or replace the lamp in a high location by yourself may cause you to fall, possibly resulting in injury. Lens cleaning • Clean the lens with a commercially available blower and/or lens cleaner. • The lens is easily scratched, so do not rub it with hard objects, or strike it.
Others Trouble indications The indicator illuminates and a beep sounds to inform you of internal abnormalities. No power ⇒ Problem with projector (OFF) • Unplug the power cord, and contact your sales representative. Lamp went out during use, or won’t come on (Red flashing) (Red lit) or (Red lit) ⇒ Lamp temperature is high so that it is difficult to turn on, the lifetime of the lamp has ended or the projector is malfunctioning.
Troubleshooting If you think something is wrong, check the followings before contacting customer service. Please see “Trouble indications” p.96 as well. If This Happens Check No power • Is the power cord plugged in? Is it connected to the projector? • Is the outer lamp cover attached properly? p.92 Power goes out during use • Is the ambient temperature high? p.96 • Is the air intake or air exhaust blocked? p.
Troubleshooting (Continued) If This Happens Check Remote control doesn’t work • • • • • USB device images aren’t projected • Is the USB memory device inserted correctly? • Is a USB memory device not supported by the projector inserted? Is the remote control code identical with the projector’s code? p.44 Are the remote control’s batteries drained? Are the batteries inserted into the remote control correctly? p.19 Is the remote control being used within the effective range? p.
Specifications List of general specifications Item Consumption Power Weight External Dimensions (including protruding parts) Cabinet material Conditions for usage environment Display method Panel size Specification 270 W X3241N: 2.0 kg WX3231N: 1.9 kg 295 × 82 × 196 mm (W × H × D) Connection terminal PC+ABS resin and PC resin (contains Mg alloy in some parts) Temp: 5°C to 35°C; relative humidity: 30% to 70% 3-panel transmission X3241N: 0.7 type WX3231N: 0.
Specifications (Continued) List of supported signals (Computer input) This projector supports the following RGB signals. Note, however, that depending on the computer model, the screen may show flicker or streaking. Please adjust the projector if this happens. Refresh rate (Hz) H-frequency (kHz) Clock (MHz) 85.039 37.927 35.500 59.940 72.809 31.469 25.175 37.861 31.500 37.500 31.500 Resolution Mode 720 x 400 720x400_85 640 x 480 VGA_60 VGA_72 VGA_75 75.000 800 x 600 VGA_85 85.
List of supported signals (Y/PB/PR input) Signal format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p(525p)@60Hz 576i(625i)@50Hz 576p(625p)@50Hz 720p(750p)@60Hz 720p(750p)@50Hz 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 1080i(1125i)@50Hz 1080p(1125p)@60Hz 1080p(1125p)@50Hz fh(kHz) 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 45.00 37.50 33.75 28.13 67.50 56.25 fv(Hz) 59.94 59.94 50.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 List of supported signals (Video, S-Video input) Video mode NTSC PAL SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43 fh(kHz) 15.73 15.63 15.63 15.73 15.63 15.
Specifications (Continued) Pin assignment of COMPUTER 1 IN, COMPUTER 2 IN and MONITOR terminals 11 6 15 10 1 5 Mini D sub 15 Pin connector Input Signal • RGB input RGB signals: 0.
Interface format 1. Communication method RS-232C, 9600 bps, No Parity, Data Length: 8 bits; Stop Bit Length: 1 bit STX (02 h) Command (3 Byte) ETX (03 h) 2. Communication format Only 1 command valid per communication. 3. Data format For input commands, only ASCII-compliant alluppercase alphanumeric characters supported. 4. Replies Acknowledge No acknowledge ACK (06 h) CR(0 Dh) Data ... Normally ended ACK (06 h) ESC(1 Bh) ...
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