Optoma EH500 User manual

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Table of contents
Table of contents.................................................................................... 1
Usage Notice.......................................................................................... 3
Safety Information .........................................................................................3
Precautions....................................................................................................4
Eye Safety Warnings.....................................................................................6
Introduction............................................................................................. 7
Package Overview.........................................................................................7
Product Overview ..........................................................................................8
Main Unit................................................................................................................ 8
Connection Ports ................................................................................................... 9
Remote Control.................................................................................................... 10
Installation ............................................................................................ 11
Connecting the Projector.............................................................................11
Connect to Notebook ........................................................................................... 11
Connect to Video Sources ................................................................................... 12
Powering On/O󰘯 the Projector.....................................................................13
Powering On the Projector................................................................................... 13
Powering O󰘯 the Projector................................................................................... 14
Warning Indicator................................................................................................. 14
Adjusting the Projected Image.....................................................................15
Adjusting the Projector’s Height........................................................................... 15
Adjusting Projection Image Size (XGA) ............................................................... 16
Adjusting Projection Image Size (1080p)............................................................. 17
User Controls ....................................................................................... 18
Remote Control ...........................................................................................18
On-screen Display Menus ...........................................................................20
How to operate..................................................................................................... 20
Menu Tree ...................................................................................................21
Image ................................................................................................................... 23
Image | Advanced ................................................................................................ 25
Image | Advanced | Color Matching..................................................................... 27
Image | Advanced | Signal ................................................................................... 28
Display ................................................................................................................. 29
Display | 3D.......................................................................................................... 31
Setup.................................................................................................................... 32
Setup | Language................................................................................................. 34
Setup | Security.................................................................................................... 35
Setup | Audio Settings ......................................................................................... 38
Setup | Advanced................................................................................................. 39
Setup | Network ................................................................................................... 40
Setup | LAN Settings............................................................................................ 41
Setup | Control Settings ....................................................................................... 42

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Table of contents
Options................................................................................................................. 43
Options | Input Source ......................................................................................... 46
Options | Remote Settings ................................................................................... 47
Options | Advanced.............................................................................................. 48
Options | Lamp Setting ........................................................................................ 50
LAN_RJ45 ...................................................................................................52
Appendices........................................................................................... 62
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................62
Image ................................................................................................................... 62
Other .................................................................................................................... 63
Projector LED Status Indicator............................................................................. 64
Remote Control.................................................................................................... 65
Replacing the Lamp.....................................................................................66
Compatibility Modes ....................................................................................69
Video Compatibility .............................................................................................. 69
Video Timing Detail Describe............................................................................... 69
Computer Compatibility - VESA standards .......................................................... 70
Input Signal for HDMI/DVI-D ............................................................................... 71
True 3D Video Compatibility table ....................................................................... 72
RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List............................................73
RS232 Pin Assignments (projector side) ............................................................. 73
RS232 Protocol Function List .............................................................................. 74
Telnet Commands .......................................................................................78
AMX Device Discovery commands .............................................................78
PJLink™ supported commands...................................................................79
Trademarks .................................................................................................81
Ceiling Mount Installation ............................................................................83
Optoma Global O󰘲ces ................................................................................84
Regulation & Safety Notices........................................................................86

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Usage Notice
Safety Information
The lightning 󰘱ash with arrow head 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 su󰘲cient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH
VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE
CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
Class B emissions limits
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations
Important Safety Instruction
1. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of
the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to
install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an
example, do not place the projector on a crowded co󰘯ee table, sofa,
bed, etc. Do not put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case
or a cabinet that restricts air 󰘱ow.
2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk of
󰘰re and/or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or
moisture.
3. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or
any other apparatus such as ampli󰘰ers that emits heat.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Only use attachments/accessories speci󰘰ed by the manufacturer.
6. Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused.
Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to):
▀■ Unit has been dropped.
▀■ Power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
▀■ Liquid has been spilled on to the projector.
▀■ Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture.
▀■ Something has fallen in the projector or something is loose inside.
Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call
Optoma before you send the unit for repair.
7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch danger-
ous voltage points and short out parts that could result in 󰘰re or electric
shock.
8. See projector enclosure for safety related markings.
9. The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.

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Usage Notice
Precautions
Please follow all warnings, precautions and
maintenance as recommended in this user’s
guide.
▀■ Warning- Do not look into the projector's lens when the
lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your eyes.
▀■ Warning- To reduce the risk of 󰘰re or electric shock, do
not expose this projector to rain or moisture.
▀■ Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the
projector as this may cause electric shock.
▀■ Warning- When replacing the lamp, please allow the unit
to cool down. Follow instructions as described
on page 66.
▀■ Warning- This projector will detect the life of the lamp
itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it
shows warning messages.
▀■ Warning- Reset the "Lamp Reset" function from the
on-screen display "System|Lamp Setting" menu
after replacing the lamp module
(refer to pages 50-51).
▀■ Warning- When switching the projector o󰘯, please ensure
the cooling cycle has been completed before
disconnecting power. Allow 90 seconds for the
projector to cool down.
▀■ Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in opera-
tion.
▀■ Warning- When the lamp is approaching to the end of its
life time, the message "Replacement suggested"
will show on the screen.
Please contact your local reseller or service cen-
ter to change the lamp as soon as possible.
Note
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Usage Notice
Do:
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Do not:
▀■Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for
ventilation.
▀■Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.
▀■Use under the following conditions:
- In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.
Ensure that the ambient room temperature is
within 5 - 40°C
Relative Humidity is 10 - 85% (Max.), non-condensing
- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic 󰘰eld.
- In direct sunlight.

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Usage Notice
Eye Safety Warnings
▀■Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at all
times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible.
▀■When projector is used in a classroom, adequately supervise
students when they are asked to point out something on the
screen.
▀■In order to minimize the lamp power, use room blinds to
reduce ambient light levels.

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Introduction
Package Overview
Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all parts
listed below are in the box. If something is missing,
please contact Optoma customer service.
Projector with lens cap Power Cord 1.8m 15 pin D-sub VGA Cable
Remote Control 2 x AAA Batteries Carrying Case
Documentation :

User's Manual

Warranty Card

Quick Start Guide

WEEE Card
Note
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Introduction
Product Overview
Main Unit
1
2
3
9
8
7
6
4
11
5
10
1. Tilt-Adjustment Button
2. Tilt-Adjustment Feet
3. Lens Cap
4. LED Indicators
5. Power Button
6. Function Keys
7. Zoom
8. Focus
9. IR Receiver
10. Lens
11. Connection Ports

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Introduction
Connection Ports
15
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11
1213
14
1617
10
1820 19
1. Power Socket
2. SERVICE
3. VGA Output
4. VGA 1/ YPbPr Connector
5. VGA 2/ YPbPr Connector
6. DisplayPort
7. HDMI 1
8. HDMI 2
9. 3D SYNC OUT
10. 12V OUT
11. Kensington MicrosaverTM Lock Port
12. Speaker
13. IR Receiver
14. Composite Video
15. AUDIO IN (L and R)
16. S-Video
17. RS232
18. AUDIO IN
19. AUDIO OUT
20. LAN

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Introduction
Note
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CAUTION
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Remote Control
1. Power On
2. Test Pattern
3. Function 1 (Assignable)
4. Display mode / Mouse
Left Key
5. Four Directional Select
Keys
6. Enter
7. Information Panel
8. Source
9. Volume +/-
10. Format (Aspect Ratio)
11. Zoom
12. VGA1/1 (Number Button
for password input)
13. VGA2/4
14. BNC/7
15. S-Video/2
16. Video/5
17. YPbPr/8
18. Power O󰘯
19. Mouse Switch
20. Function 2 (Assignable)
21. AV Mute / Mouse Right
Key
22. Laser
23. Re-Sync
24. V Keystone +/-
25. Menu
26. Remote code All
27. HDMI2
28. HDMI1/3
29. 3D/0
30. DVI/6
31. DisplayPort/9
32. Remote code 01~99
1
22
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24
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6
7
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12
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18
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27
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Connecting the Projector
Connect to Notebook
E62405SP
R
VGA, DVI, HDMI
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1 3
5
2 4
Installation
1............................................................................................VGA Input Cable
2.................................................................Audio Cable (Optional Accessory)
3..........................................................DVI/HDMI Cable (Optional Accessory)
4.................................................................HDMI Cable (Optional Accessory)
5....................................................................................................Power Cord
6...............................................................RS232 Cable (Optional Accessory)
Note
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Installation
Connect to Video Sources
Video Output
S−Video Output
DVD player, Set−top Box
HDTV receiver
DVD player, Set−top Box
HDTV receiver
E62405SP
R
4
1
2
5
3
1....................................SCART RGB/S-Video Adapter (Optional Accessory)
2.................................................................HDMI Cable (Optional Accessory)
3....................................................................................................Power Cord
4............................................................. S-Video Cable (Optional Accessory)
5.............................................. Composite Video Cable (Optional Accessory)
Note
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Installation
Powering On/O󰘯 the Projector
Powering On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cover.
2. Connect the power cord to the projector.
3. Turn On the connected devices.
4. Ensure the Power LED is 󰘱ashing and then press the power
button to turn On the projector.
The projector’s startup logo screen displays and connected
devices are detected. If the connected device is a laptop, press
the appropriate keys on the computer keyboard to switch the
display output to the projector. (Check the user manual of the
laptop to determine the appropriate Fn key combination to change
display output.)
See Security Settings on page 35 if security lock is enabled.
5. If more than one input device is connected, press the “Source”
button sequentially to switch between devices.
For direct source selection, see page 19.
Note
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Note
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Installation
Warning Indicator
▀■When the Lamp LED indicator lights red, the projector will
automatically shut itself down. Please contact your local
reseller or service center. See page 64.
▀■ When the Temp LED is on a steady (not 󰘱ashing) red, the
projector will automatically shut itself down. Under normal
conditions, the projector can be switched on again after it
has cooled down. If the problem persists, you should contact
your local dealer or our service center. See page 64.
Powering O󰘯 the Projector
1. Press the " " button on the remote control or " " button on
the panel of the projector to turn o󰘯 the projector. First push of
button will display the following message on the screen.
Press the button again to con󰘰rm the shut down. If the button is not
pressed, the message will disappear in 5 seconds.
2. The Power LED 󰘱ashes green (1 sec on, 1sec o󰘯) and the fans will
speed up during shut down cooling cycle. The projector reaches
stand-by mode as soon as the Power LED 󰘱ashes green (2 sec on,
2 sec o󰘯).
If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait until the
projector has completed the cooling cycle and has entered standby
mode. Once in standby mode, simply press " " button on the
rear of the projector or " " on the remote control to restart the
projector.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the
projector only when the projector is in stand-by mode.
Note
Note
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Installation
Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Projector’s Height
The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting
the image height.
To raise the image:
Lift the projector and press the height-adjuster button .
The height adjuster drops down .
To lower the image:
Press the height-adjuster button and gently push down the
projector.
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Note
Note
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table or stand
should be level
and sturdy.
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projector so that
it is perpendicular
to the screen.
For personal
safety, please
secure the cables
properly.

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Installation
Diagonal
length (inch) size
of 4:3 Screen
Screen Size W X H (4:3) Projection distance (D) O󰘯set (A)
(m) (feet) (m) (feet)
Width Height Width Height wide tele wide tele (m) (feet)
30” 0.61 0.46 2.00 1.50 1.10 1.28 3.60 4.20 0.06 0.19
40” 0.81 0.61 2.67 2.00 1.46 1.71 4.80 5.60 0.08 0.25
60” 1.22 0.91 4.00 3.00 2.19 2.56 7.20 8.40 0.11 0.37
80” 1.63 1.22 5.33 4.00 2.93 3.41 9.60 11.20 0.15 0.49
100” 2.03 1.52 6.66 5.00 3.66 4.27 12.00 14.00 0.19 0.62
120” 2.44 1.83 8.00 6.00 4.39 5.12 14.40 16.80 0.23 0.74
140” 2.84 2.13 9.33 7.00 5.12 5.97 16.80 19.59 0.26 0.86
160” 3.25 2.44 10.66 8.00 5.85 6.83 19.20 22.39 0.30 0.99
190” 3.86 2.90 12.66 9.50 6.95 8.11 22.79 26.59 0.36 1.17
230” 4.67 3.51 15.33 11.50 8.41 9.81 27.59 32.19 0.43 1.42
280” 5.69 4.27 18.66 14.00 10.24 11.95 33.59 39.19 0.53 1.73
300” 6.10 4.57 19.99 15.00 10.97 - 35.99 - 0.56 1.85
Adjusting Projection Image Size (XGA)
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Installation
Diagonal
length (inch) size
of 16:9 Screen
Screen Size W X H (16:9) Projection distance (D) O󰘯set (A)
(m) (feet) (m) (feet)
Width Height Width Height wide tele wide tele (m) (feet)
30” 0.66 0.37 2.18 1.23 - 1.28 - 4.18 0.06 0.18
40” 0.89 0.50 2.90 1.63 1.40 1.70 4.59 5.58 0.07 0.25
60” 1.33 0.75 4.36 2.45 2.10 2.55 6.88 8.36 0.11 0.37
80” 1.77 1.00 5.81 3.27 2.80 3.40 9.18 11.15 0.15 0.49
100” 2.21 1.25 7.26 4.08 3.50 4.25 11.47 13.94 0.19 0.61
120” 2.66 1.49 8.71 4.90 4.20 5.10 13.77 16.73 0.22 0.74
140” 3.10 1.74 10.17 5.72 4.9 5.95 16.06 19.52 0.26 0.86
160” 3.54 1.99 11.62 6.54 5.60 6.80 18.36 22.31 0.30 0.98
190” 4.21 2.37 13.80 7.76 6.65 8.08 21.80 26.49 0.35 1.16
230” 5.09 2.86 16.70 9.39 8.04 9.78 26.39 32.07 0.43 1.41
280” 6.20 3.49 20.33 11.44 9.79 11.90 32.12 39.04 0.52 1.72
300” 6.64 3.74 21.78 12.25 10.49 - 34.42 - 0.56 1.84
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User Controls
Remote Control
Note
Note
Due to the difference
in applications for each
country, some regions
may have different
accessories.
Using the Remote Control
Power On/O󰘯 Refer to the “Powering O󰘯 the Projector” on page 14.
Refer to the “Powering On the Projector” on page 13.
Test Pattern Refer to the “Test Pattern” on page 44.
Mouse Switch
When connecting your PC to the projector through
USB, press “Mouse Switch” to activate/ inactivate the
mouse mode and control your PC using the remote.
Function 1
(F1) Refer to the “Function 1” on page 47.
Function 2
(F2) Refer to the “Function 2” on page 47.
Mode
( )
Mode - Refer to the “Display Mode” on page 23.
- In the mouse mode, use as emulation of
USB mouse left click via USB.
AV Mute
( )
AV Mute - Momentarily turns o󰘯/on the audio and
video.
- In the mouse mode, use as emulation of
USB mouse right click via USB.
Four
Directional
Select Keys
1. Use ▲▼◄► to select items or make adjustments
to your selection.
2. In the mouse mode, use ▲▼◄► as emulation of
directional keys.
Enter
1. Con󰘰rm your item selection.
2. In the mouse mode, as emulation keyboard enter
key.
Info. Refer to the “Information” on page 45.
Laser Press to operate the on-screen pointer.
DO NOT POINT IN EYES.
Source Press “Source” to search for source.
Re-Sync Automatically synchronize the projector to the input
source.
Menu Press “Menu” to launch the on-screen display (OSD)
menu. To exit OSD, press “Menu” again.

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User Controls
Using the Remote Control
Volume +/- Press “Volume +/-” to adjust volume.
V Keystone +/- Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the
projector. (±30 degrees)
Format Refer to the “Format” on page 29.
Zoom Press “Zoom” to zoom out images.
Remote ID Press until Power LED is 󰘱ashing then press 01~99
to set the particular remote code.
Remote All Press to set remote code to all.
VGA1 Press “VGA1” to choose source from VGA- IN
connector.
S-Video Press “S-Video” to choose S-Video source.
HDMI Press “HDMI” to choose HDMI source.
Re-sync Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input
source.
VGA2 Press “VGA2” to choose source from VGA- IN
connector.
Video Press “Video” to choose Composite video source.
DVI Press “DVI” to choose source from DVI-D connector.
BNC Press “BNC” to choose BNC source.
YPbPr Press “YPbPr” to choose YPbPr source.
DisplayPort Press “DisplayPort” to choose DisplayPort source.
3D Press “3D” to turn on/o󰘯 3D menu.
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User Controls
On-screen Display Menus
The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus
that allow you to make image adjustments and change a
variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect
the source.
How to operate
1. To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or
Control Panel.
2. When OSD is displayed, use ◄► keys to select any item in the
main menu. While making a selection on a particular page, press
▲▼ or “ENTER” key on the Remote Control or “Enter” on the
Control Panel to enter sub menu.
3. Use ▲▼ keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings
by ◄► key.
4. Select the next item to be adjusted in the sub menu and adjust as
described above.
5. Press “ENTER” key on the Remote Control or “Enter” on the
Control Panel or “Menu” to con󰘰rm, and the screen will return to
the main menu.
6. To exit, press “Menu” again. The OSD menu will close and the
projector will automatically save the new settings.
Main Menu
Setting
Sub Menu