User Guide

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Optimizing the image
Selecting a picture mode
The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to
suit your operating environment and input signal picture type.
To select an operation mode that suits your need, you can follow one of the following steps.
• Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or Color Mode on the remote control
repeatedly until your desired mode is selected.
•Go to the PICTURE > Color Mode menu and press / to select a desired mode.
Picture modes for different types of signals
The picture modes available for different types of signals are listed below.
PC input signals: D-Sub / Comp. 1/2 (analog RGB)
1. Brightest mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is
suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the
projector in well lit rooms.
2. PC mode: Is designed for presentations under daylight environment to match PC and
notebook coloring.
3. ViewMatch mode: Switches between high brightness performance and accurate color
performance.
4. Movie mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital
cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light)
environment.
5. Dynamic PC mode: Is designed for presentations under daylight environment to
match PC and notebook coloring. In addition, the projector will optimize the image
quality using the dynamic PC function in accordance with the projected contents.
It takes some time to initiate this function. Make sure the projector has been turned on for
more than 4 minutes.
If the projector is resumed by using the Smart Restart feature, this function can be executed
immediately.
6. Dynamic Movie mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from
digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little
light) environment. In addition, the projector will optimize the image quality using the
dynamic Movie function in accordance with the projected contents.
It takes some time to initiate this function. Make sure the projector has been turned on for
more than 4 minutes.
If the projector is resumed by using the Smart Restart feature, this function can be executed
immediately.
7. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available
picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 30 for details.
Video input signals: S-Video, Video, D-Sub / Comp. 1/2 (YPbPr) / HDMI
1. Brightest mode: Optimized for daylight viewing, with living room level ambient
brightness.
2. Gaming mode: Suitable for all types of entertainment media, including gaming and
movies.
3. ViewMatch mode: Switches between high brightness performance and accurate color
performance.