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MP8745 Projecteur multimédia Guide de l'opérateur
MP8745 Multimedia-Projektor Benutzerhandbuch
Proyector de Multimedia MP8745 Manual del Usuario
MP8745 Proiettore Multimediale Manuale dell'operatore
MP8745 Bruksanvisning for multimediaprojektor
MP8745 Multimedia Projector Gebruiksaanwijzing
MP8745 Multimedia Projector
Operator's Guide
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Table of Contents
Safeguards .................................................................................................................3
Warranty .................................................................................................................5
Section 1: Unpack.......................................................................................................6
1.1 Contents of Shipping Box............................................................................................6
1.2 Optional Accessories...................................................................................................6
1.3 Keep Your Packing Materials......................................................................................6
1.4 What's Next?................................................................................................................6
Section 2: Product Description..................................................................................7
2.1 Machine Characteristics...............................................................................................7
2.2 Part Identification List.................................................................................................8
2.3 System Setup - Connecting Various Equipment..........................................................9
2.4 Remote Control Transmitter Identification.................................................................11
Section 3: Basic Operations........................................................................................12
3.1 Projector Startup..........................................................................................................12
3.2 Projector Shutdown.....................................................................................................12
Section 4: Adjustments and Functions......................................................................13
4.1 How To Use Height Adjustment Feet..........................................................................14
4.2 Plug & Play - Function................................................................................................14
4.3 Freeze Function............................................................................................................14
4.4 Magnify Function........................................................................................................14
4.5 Picture-in-Picture.........................................................................................................14
4.6 Menu Navigation.........................................................................................................15
4.7 SETUP.........................................................................................................................16
4.8 INPUT..........................................................................................................................17
4.9 IMAGE........................................................................................................................18
4.10 OPT..............................................................................................................................19
Section 5: Maintenance...............................................................................................20
5.1 Cleaning the Air Filter.................................................................................................20
Section 6: Lamp...........................................................................................................21
6.1 Lamp............................................................................................................................21
6.2 Display Lamp Operation Hours...................................................................................21
6.3 Reset Lamp Hours.......................................................................................................21
6.4 Replacing the Lamp.....................................................................................................22
Section 7: Troubleshooting.........................................................................................23
7.1 Symptom/Solution Table.............................................................................................23
7.2 Message/Solution Table...............................................................................................23
7.3 Service Information.....................................................................................................24
Section 8: Accessories.................................................................................................24
Appendix: Technical Information...............................................................................A-1
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read and understand all instructions before using.
Pay particular attention to areas where this symbol is shown.
WARNING- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Caution- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
✔Note - Used to emphasize important conditions or details.
2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.Do not leave
appliance unattended while in use.
3. Never look directly into the projector lens when the lamp is on.The high pressure mercury lamp
produces a strong light which could damage your eyesight.
4. Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
5. Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if the appliance has been dropped or damaged – until it
has been examined by a qualified service technician.
6. Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over, pulled, or contact hot surfaces.
7. If any extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating at least equal to that of theappliance
should be used.Cords rated for less amperage than the appliance may overheat.
8. Always unplug appliance from electrical outlet before cleaning and servicing and when not in
use.Grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
9. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquids.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this appliance, but take it to a qualified
technician when service or repair work is required.Incorrect assembly can cause electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently used.
11. Connect this appliance to a grounded outlet.
12. Do not expose this projector to direct sunlight, or use it outside.
13. Keep all ventilation openings free of any obstructions.
14. Always open the lens shutter or remove lens cap when the projection lamp is on.
15. Do not look directly into light beam of laser pointer.The pointer produces a strong light which could
damage your eyesight.
16. The projection lamp contains mercury.Always dispose of it in a proper manner according to local
regulations.
17. To avoid premature lamp failure, do not change the mounting position of the projector
(desktop ceiling mount or ceiling desktop mount) and continue to use the same lamp.
18. Always operate machine on a flat, sturdy surface.
Safeguards
INTENDED USE
Before operating the machine, please read the entire manual thoroughly.The 3M™ Multimedia Projector 8745
was designed, built and tested for use indoors, using 3M™ brand lamps, 3M™ brand ceiling mount hardware
and nominal local voltages.This projector is not intended for household use.The use of other replacement
lamps, outdoor operation or different voltages has not been tested and could damage the projector or peripheral
equipment and/or create a potentially unsafe operating condition.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The information contained in this manual will help you operate and maintain your 3M MP8745 Multimedia Projector.
LOCATION OFPRODUCTSAFETYLABELS
The following safety labels are used on or within the MP8745 projector to alert you to items or areas requiring your
attention:.
Laser Aperture
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
WAVE LENGTH: 670 mm
MAX. OUTPUT: 1mW
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
AVOID EXPOSURE-
LASER RADIATION IS
EMITTED FROM THIS
APERTURE
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Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY
3M warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage, for a
period of two years from date of purchase. Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In
the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, 3M's only obligation and your
exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included).
To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.
In the USA call 1-800-328-1371 for warranty or repair service.
LIMITATION OFLIABILITY
THE FOREGOING WARRANTYIS MADE IN LIEU OFALLOTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,AND 3M
SPECIFICALLYDISCLAIMSANYIMPLIED WARRANTYOFMERCHANTIBILITYAND FITNESS. 3M SHALLNOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANYDAMAGES, DIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL,ARISING OUTOFTHE USE OR INABILITY
TO USE THIS PRODUCT.
Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate product in accordance with 3M's
written instructions. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state.
FCC STATEMENT - CLASS A:This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class "A" computing device pursuant to Subpart B of
Part 15 of the FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference in which case the user at his/her own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be
required to correct the interference.
EEC STATEMENT:This machine was tested against the 89/336/EEC (European Economic Community) for
EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility) and fulfills these requirements.
Video Signal Cables: Double shielded coaxial cables (FCC shield cable) must be used and the outer shield must
be connected to the ground. If normal coaxial cables are used, the cable must be enclosed in metal pipes or in a
similar way to reduce the interference noise radiation.
Video Inputs: The input signal amplitude must not exceed the specified level.
PATENTS, TRADEMARKS & COPYRIGHTS
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Apple Macintosh and Apple
Powerbook are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows 95 & Windows 98
are registered trademarks, and Windows and Windows forWorkgroups are trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation. Toshiba is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation. Kensingtonis a trademark of
Kensington Corporation. All other products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
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Section 1: Unpack
1.1Contents of Shipping Box
The 3M™ MP8745 Multimedia Projector is shipped with the necessary cables required for standard VCR, PC,
MAC™II or laptop computer connections. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown
below in Figure 1.1.
Figure 1.1 Inventory of Shipping Box
The shipping carton contains the items illustrated in Figure 1.1. In addition, the following items are also
included, but not shown here. If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
•PS/2 mouse cable..............(1)
•ADB mouse cable.............(1)
•Serial mouse cable............(1)
1.2Optional Accessories
•RS-232 control cable........(1)
•USB mouse cable..............(1)
1.3Keep YourPacking Materials
✔Important
Save the shipping box and packing materials in the event the MP8745 should require shipping to a 3M
Service Center for repair.
1.4What's Next?
After you have unpacked the MP8745 system and identified all the parts, you are ready to set up the projector.
We hope you will enjoy using this high performance product in your meetings, presentations and training
sessions.
This product has been produced in accordance with 3M's highest quality and safety standards to ensure smooth
and trouble free use in the years to come.
Power Cord
US,UK,Europe 3-Conductor Video/Audio Cable
MP8745 Multimedia
Projector Remote Control Transmitter
VGA Cable
(15-15 pin M/M)
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S-Video Cable
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Section 2: Product Description
2.1Machine Characteristics
The MP8745 Multimedia Projector integrates ultra-high bright lamp and polysilicon LCD display technology
into a single unit. It accepts input from two different computer sources and one video/audio source and projects a
bright, super crisp image. Switching your presentation from a computer input to a video input, and then back to a
computer input simply requires the push of a button on the remote control keypad or control panel keypad.
The MP8745 Multimedia Projector offers the following features:
•UHB (ultra-high bright) projection lamp
•XGA resolution (3 separate 1024 x 768 LCD
panels are used for the R, G and B signals)
•Intelligent XGA scaling
(60 Hz and 75 Hz)
•Intelligent VGAscaling
•Compact size, light weight for portability
•RGB (computer video) output terminal
•USB, Serial, PS/2 and Apple Desktop Bus
(ADB) mouse emulation
•Power zoom and power focus functions
•4x digital magnification
•Easy to set up and use
•Ability to display 16.7 million colors
•Two computer input connections
•One video input connection
(composite and S-video compatible)
•Full function remote control
✔Note
The MP8745 is one of the brightest portable projectors in the marketplace. The brightness of your
machine will vary depending on the ambient room conditions and contrast/brightness settings.
•Two built-in stereo speakers (1 watt each)
•Horizontal and vertical image inverting function
•Horizontal and vertical image position control
•Digital keystone correction
•On screen menu with eight languages
•Universal power supply
•IR sensor in front and rear for maximum remote
control range
•RS-232 control capability
•Optional ceiling mount kit
•Laser pointer (remote control)
•Color balance control for data/video
•Mounting holes for optional document camera
•Plug & Play compatible
•Picture-in-Picture (PinP)
•Freeze function
•Kensington™ Slot
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2.2Part Identification List
Figure 2.1 Identifying MP8745 Parts
1. Remote control transmitter
2. Control panel keypad
a) STANDBY/ON button
b) POWER, LAMP, TEMPIndicators
c) INPUT, MUTE, RESETbuttons
d) MENU buttons
3. Stereo speakers
4. Cooling fan exhaust
5. Carry handle
6. Height adjustment feet
7. Air filter cover
8. Projection lens
9. Remote control sensors (front/back)
10.Terminal connection panels
a) S-Video, Video, Audio inputs
b) RGB1 and RGB2 inputs
c) RGB output
d) Audio L/R input, Audio output
(stereo mini jack)
e) RS-232, PS/2, Serial, ADB Control
f) USB Port (must use USB mouse cable,
optional)
11.AC input-power cord connection
12.Main power switch
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2.3System Setup - Connecting Various Equipment
Figure 2.2 Cable Connections
Turn power off to all devices before making connections. Never plug anything into the projector or
computer while any device is in operation.
The MP8745 must be powered down when making connections. The mouse emulation may not work if
the unit is not powered down before the mouse cable connections are made.
Caution
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Apple™ Desktop Mouse - The Macintosh operating system should recognize the MP8745 as a mouse
without any drivers being loaded.
VirtualMouse forPC Computer - For IBM™ compatible computers, the operating systems will need to
be set to "Serial Mouse," "PS/2 Mouse," or "USB Mouse" to recognize the projector as a mouse pointer
device.
Change mouse driver information to "Serial Mouse," "PS/2 Mouse," or "USB Mouse."
a)Windows™95/Windows™98- Click "Start;" select "Settings;" select "Control Panel." Click on
"Mouse;" select the "General" tab; (see what driver is currently loaded and make note of it); select
"Change;" select "Show all devices;" (make note of the current Manufacturer and Model); select
"Standard Mouse Type" for Manufacturer; then select "Standard Serial Mouse," "Standard PS/2
Mouse," or "USB Mouse." Click OK to change and apply the new driver. Restart Windows if
prompted. USB mouse emulation is not supported in all versions of Windows 95.
b)Windows™3.1 - From "Program Manager" click "Main;" then click "Windows Setup," (make note of
what the current mouse driver is); Click "Options;" then "Change Systems Settings." Choose
"Mouse." It should be listed as "Microsoft or IBM PS/2." USB mouse emulation is not supported in
Windows 3.1.
✔Note
For proper mouse operation, always turn the projector power on first and then power up the computer.
For some laptop computers you may need to disable the internal pointing device (IPD). This is done through
the BIOS level set up of the particular machine, or it could be listed in a "Utilities" program group, i.e., "Toshiba
Utilities™," or "Thinkpad Features™."
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VIDEO RGB
LASER
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INPUT
Press the VIDEO or RGB button to select
the input source. Press again to select the
next source.
STANDBY/ON
Set main power switch to ON. Press
STANDBY/ON button to begin projection
mode (lamp on) or press and hold button
for 1 second to switch to standby mode
(lamp off).
LEFT MOUSE
Press for left mouse button function
(located on back of remote).
DISC PAD∗
For menu screens, press DISC PAD to
select menu items. For non-menu screens,
press DISC PAD for mouse shift or left
mouse button function.
MENU∗
Press to display the menu screen and light
the remote control buttons. The button light
automatically turns off.
MAGNIFY ∗
Press the MAGNIFY (+) to enlarge the
center of the display image. Press again
to enlarge image to maximum of 4X
magnification. Press MAGNIFY (-) to
reduce the display image size. Press OFF
to return to normal image size. (Can be
used with the POSITION button to select
the image area being magnified.)
PinP∗
Press the PinP button to display a video
signal as a small picture-in-picture screen
in the corner of an RGB display. Press it
again to enlarge the picture-in-picture
screen size. Press it a third time to exit
the PinP screen and turn the function OFF.
The position of the picture-in-picture
screen can be controlled by pressing the
POSITION button or from the Image menu.
(Both RGB and Video signals must be
present for the picture-in-picture screen to
operate.)
BLANK ON
Press button to turn ON/OFF the screen
blanking function.
FOCUS
Press (+) or (-) to adjust the image
sharpness.
LASER
Press and hold down button to project laser
pointer.
CAUTION
To prevent injury to eyesight, do not point
laser beam at other persons or look directly
into laser beam.
POSITION∗
Press button then use DISC PAD to move
image (RGB signal only) up/down or left/
right.
RESET∗/LEFT MOUSE BUTTON
For menu screens, press button to return to
initial settings. For non-menu screens, press
button for right mouse button function.
FREEZE∗
Press button to turn ON/OFF the freeze
image function.
VOLUME∗
Press up to increase or down to decrease
speaker volume.
MUTE∗
Press button to turn the mute function
(speaker sound) ON/OFF.
TIMER∗
Press button to turn the menu screen timer
ON/OFF. The timer does not display when
the blank function is active.
ZOOM
Press (+) to increase or (-) to decrease the
size of the displayed image.
AUTO∗
Press the AUTO button to activate the auto
sync function. The message “AUTO IN
PROGRESS” will display for several
seconds as the projector adjusts the V.
POSIT, H.POSIT. H.PHASE, & H. SIZE
settings. The Auto Sync function will not
operate under the following conditions:
•Initial screen message NO INPUT IS
DETECTED or SYNC IS OUT OF
RANGE is displayed.
•Freeze and Magnify functions have not
been turned off prior to pressing AUTO
button.
•Software application running on your
computer is not set to maximum
screen size prior to pressing AUTO
button.
2.4Remote Control TransmitterIdentification
∗This button will not function if the
message "NO INPUT IS DETECTED" or
"SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE" is displayed.
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3.1ProjectorStartup
Section 3: Basic Operations
Figure 3.1 Projector Controls
1. Make all cable connections and line hookups with the power off.
2. Turn the POWER SWITCH of the projector on. The POWER indicator will light up orange.
3. Press the STANDBY/ON button . The POWER indicator blinks (green) and then lights (green).
The POWER indicator will blink green during warm-up and lamp ignition. When power is turned off,
there is a 60 second reset period before the STANDBY/ON button will function again.
4. Adjust the screen size by pressing the ZOOM button.
5. Adjust the focus by pressing the focus button.
Press any other button to make the focus screen disappear.
6. Turn on all connected equipment. Refer to section 2.3.
7. Press the INPUT button on the projector or the INPUT SELECT (VIDEO or RGB) button on the
remote to select the source of the signal to be projected on the screen. The selected signal input is
displayed at the bottom right of the screen. The display will show the last selected input source before
power was turned off.
3.2ProjectorShutdown
1. Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button for 1 second. The POWER indicator blinks orange and
the lamp turns off. After approximately 1 minute, the fan stops and the indicator stays orange.
2. Turn the MAIN POWER SWITCH of the projector off.
3. Attach lens cap to protect projection lens.
4. Disconnect cables if moving projectorto new location.
Caution
Do not turn off the POWER SWITCH before pressing the STANDBY/ON button. After the STANDBY/ON button is
pressed, the fan rotates for about 1 minute to cool the projector.
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Section 4: Adjustments and Functions
4.1How To Use HeightAdjustment Feet
Adjust the image elevation using the height adjustment at the front of the projector.
1. Raise the front end of the projector so the feet are not touching the table top.
2. Push the lock button to unlock the foot.
3. Extend or retract each foot to the desired height.
4. Release the lock button to lock the foot into position.
5. For fine adjustments, rotate each foot.
Caution
Do not unlock the foot adjusters if the projector is not supported. If the foot adjusters do not lock
completely, turn the foot adjusters slightly before locking.
Figure 4.1 Height Adjustment
Front View
Side View
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4.2Plug & Play Function
This projector is VESADDC 1/2B compatible. Plug & play is possible by connecting to a computer that is VESA
DDC (Display Data Channel) compatible. Plug & play is a system configured with peripheral equipment
including a computer and display, and a compatible operating system.
✔Note
Use the RGB cable included with this projector when using plug & play. With other cables, pins (12) - (15) are
sometimes not connected (effective only for RGB1).
4.3Freeze Function
The Freeze function is used to display (freeze) a single frame of the image being projected.
✔Note
The FREEZE function will turn off during the operation of the MENU, FOCUS, PinP, VOLUME, MUTE, BLANK,
MAGNIFY, AUTO or POSITION functions.
4.4Magnify Function
The Magnify function is used to enlarge a portion of the display image. Press the MAGNIFY(+) button to
magnify the center of the displayed image. Press again to magnify to 4x. Press the MAGNIFY (-) button to
reduce image size. Press OFF to return to normal image size. To move the display area being magnified, press the
POSITION button, then use the DISC PAD to move the magnified area up, down, left or right.
✔Note
To return to normal display, press the MAGNIFY OFF button. The MAGNIFY function will turn off during the
operation of the MENU, FOCUS, PinP, VOLUME, MUTE, BLANK, FREEZE or AUTO functions.
4.5Picture-in-Picture
The PinP button on the remote control is used to display a video signal image in the RGB signal image. Press the
PinP button to display the PinP screen (small size). Press again to increase the screen size (maximum size
screen). Press a third time to exit the function and remove the PinP screen.
[small screen size ➔maximum screen size ➔OFF]
Both RGB and Video signals must be present for the picture-in-picture function to operate.
1.Select RGB1 or RGB2 input.
2.Start the video input source.
3.Press the PinP button on the remote control to display a small PinP screen in the corner of the projector
image. Press the PinPbutton again to enlarge the size of the screen display to maximum.
4.Press the POSITION button on the remote control to change the location of the PinP screen. The
position of the picture-in-picture screen can also be changed from the Image menu.
5.Press the PinP button a third time to exit the function and remove the PinP screen from the projector
image.
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Factory Default Setting:
To reset a single item from SETUPmenu:
1. Select the adjustment item (bright, contrast...).
2. Press the RESETbutton. Only the selected item resets.
4.6Menu Navigation
1. Press any MENU button on projector orremote control MENU button.
On-screen menus are displayed on the screen.
2. Select the menu to be adjusted using the MENU ( ) buttons orDISC PAD.
Selected Menu is highlighted.
3. Select the item to be adjusted using the MENU ( ) buttons or DISC PAD.
Highlighted items may be adjusted.
✔Note
Separate settings are provided for the VIDEO, RGB1 and RGB2 input terminals. Adjustments are saved after
power off.
Figure 4.2 Menu Button
Figure 4.3 Default Settings
MENU
VOLUME
SETUP
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR
TINT
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B
INPUT IMAGE OPT.
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4.7SETUP
The SETUPsub-menu is used to adjust and move the image position. The projector will display either the RGB
(Figure 4.4) or Video (Figure 4.5) menu according to the input source being projected.
✔Note
•TINT cannot be adjusted with a PAL, SECAM, N-PAL or M-PAL video signal input.
•TINT, COLOR and SHARPNESS cannot be adjusted with an RGB signal input.
•V. POSIT, H. POSIT, H. PHASE and H. SIZE cannot be adjusted with a VIDEO signal input.
•Menu operation is not possible during magnify or freeze functions.
•Displaying the Setup menu will cancel the magnify and freeze functions.
RGB signal input Video signal input
Figure 4.4 RGB Signal Figure 4.5 Video Signal
VOLUME
SETUP
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
V POSIT
H POSIT
H PHASE
H SIZE
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B
INPUT IMAGE OPT.
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Adjustment Item Details of Adjustment Freeze On Magnify On Both On
VOLUME Decrease Increase Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
BRIGHT Dark Bright Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
(BRIGHTNESS)
CONTRAST Lower Higher Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
SHARPNESS Soft Sharp Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
COLOR Less More Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
TINT Red Green Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
V.POSIT Moves the picture up or down.* Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
(V.POSITION)
H.POSIT Moves the picture left or right.* Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
(H.POSITION)
H.PHASE Decreases the picture flicker.* Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
H.SIZE Widens or Narrows the horizontal Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
size of picture.*
COLOR BAL R Less red More red Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
COLOR BAL B Less blue More blue Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
*Auto Sync Function: Press the AUTO button on the remote control to engage the automatic sync function. The
message “AUTO IN PROGRESS” will display for several seconds as the projector adjusts the V. POSIT,
H.POSIT. H.PHASE, & H. SIZE settings.
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VOLUME
SETUP
CONTRAST
BRIGHT
SHARPNESS
COLOR
TINT
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B
INPUT IMAGE OPT.
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4.8INPUT
The INPUTsub-menu is used to select the RGB or video input source. The RGB values are shown in figure 4.6.
The VIDEO values are shawn in figure 4.7.
Figure 4.6 Input Menu - RGB Figure 4.7 Input Menu - Video
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
AUTO
NTSC
PAL
SECAM
NTSC4.43
M-PAL
N-PAL
RGB
VIDEO
Adjustment
Area
RGB
Video
Value
Displays the following RGB inputs:
fH:horizontal sync frequency
fV:vertical sync frequency
Selects the VIDEO signal format Auto,
NTSC, PAL, SECAM,
NTSC 4.43, M-PAL, N-PAL
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
RGB fH:48.3 KHz
fV:60 Hz
VIDEO
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4.9IMAGE
The IMAGE sub-menu is used to change the image characteristics.
Figure 4.8 Image Adjustment Screens
Adjustment Value
Screen
KEYSTONE Reduce distortion Reduce distortion
at bottom of image.at top of image.
MIRROR Inverts the picture horizontally or vertically.
H:INVERT Inverts the picture horizontally.
V:INVERT Inverts the picture vertically.
H&V:INVERT Inverts the picture horizontally and vertically.
BLANK Selects the blank color.
STARTUP Enable / disable startup screen
P.IN P.Change the picture in picture screen display position.
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
MIRROR
KEYSTONE
BLANK
START UP
P.IN P.
NORMAL
H: INVERT
V: INVERT
H&V: INVERT
INPUT INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
MIRROR
BLANK
START UP
P.IN P.
INPUT
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
KEYSTONE
BLANK
START UP
P.IN P.
INPUT
MIRROR
WHITE
BLUE
BLACK
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
KEYSTONE
START UP
P.IN P.
INPUT
BLANK
KEYSTONE
MIRROR
TURN ON
TURN OFF
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
KEYSTONE
P.IN P.
INPUT
MIRROR
BLANK
START UP
INPUT IMAGE OPT.SETUP
KEYSTONE
INPUT
MIRROR
BLANK
START UP
P.IN P.
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