Toshiba TDP590 User manual

Copyright © 1999 by TOSHIBA CORPORATION
1-1,SHIBAURA 1-CHOME, MINATO-KU TOKYO,JAPAN. All rights reserved.

FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commer-
cial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harm-
ful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Safety Certifications
UL, CUL, TÜV
EN 55022 Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The typical use is in a
conference room, meeting room or auditorium.

Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: TOSHIBA
We declare under our sole responsibility that the TDP590 Projector conform to the follow-
ing directives and norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
EMI: EN 55022 (1992) Class A
EMC: EN 50082-1 (1992)
IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4
Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3: 1995
February, 1999
Trademarks
Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International
Business Machines, Inc. MicroSaver and Kensington are trademarks or registered trade-
marks of Kensington Microware Limited. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are trade-
marks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Digital Light Processing is a
trademark or registered trademark of Texas Instruments. PR-Cable, TOSHIBA are trade-
marks or registered trademarks of TOSHIBA.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions iii
Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 1
Unpacking the Projector 1
Usage Guidelines 4
If You Need Assistance 4
Warranty 4
Setting up the Projector 5
Connecting the PR-Cable (Port Replicate-Cable) to the Projector 6
Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector 7
Connecting a Laptop Computer 8
Connecting a Desktop Computer 10
Connecting a Video Player 12
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 14
Turning Off the Projector 15
Using the Projector 17
Basic Image Adjustment 17
Using the Remote Control 17
Adjusting the Projector 19
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 20
Using the On-Screen Menus 22
Display Menu 23
Audio Menu 25
Image Menu 26
Controls Menu 28
Language Menu 30
Status Menu 31
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 33
Cleaning the Lens 33
Replacing the Projection Lamp 33
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 36
Using the Kensington Lock 37
Troubleshooting 38

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Table of Contents
Appendix 43
Specifications 43
Accessories 45
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 47
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 52
Projected Image Size 53
Index 55

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using
your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instructions may
result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and may damage or
impair protection provided by equipment. Please save all safety instruc-
tions.
Safety Definitions:
•Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in permanent personal injury.
•Caution:Statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in damage to your equipment.
Safety Symbols:
Attention: For information about usage of a feature, please refer
to the User’s Guide.
Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch.
An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector.
Safety Terms:
•Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the projector is
turned on.
•Warning: Don’t block ventilation openings.
•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the power off and unplug
the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30 minutes before open-
ing the lamp door. Follow all instructions provided in this User’s
Guide.
•Warning: Please use the power cord provided. Connect the
power cord to a receptacle with a protective safety (earth)
ground terminal.
•Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing
your own projector will void the warranty.

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Safety Instructions
•
Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may dam-
age your projector.
•Caution:Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct sun-
light.
•Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in an
TOSHIBA-approved case; exclusive carry case or an original carton
box and packings.
•Caution: For ceiling mount installations, please use the ceiling
mount recommended in this User’s Guide on page 46 and follow all
instructions provided with it.

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INTRODUCTION
The TOSHIBA TDP590 lightweight multimedia projectors are specifi-
cally designed for the mobile presenter. They generate crisp, clear
images using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology. The projec-
tors are easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain. The soft carry
case makes it easy to transport the 7.4 pound projectors. The TDP590
has XGA 1024x768 graphics.
Image Resolution
NOTE: The TDP590 automati-
cally expands 640x480 and
800x600 images to 1024x768.
You can display these images at
their original resolutions by
turning off the Auto Resize fea-
ture. See “Auto Resize” on
page 26.
The XGA resolution of the TDP590’s projected image is 1024x768. The
TDP590 cannot compress screen resolutions above 1024x768. If your
computer’s screen resolution is higher than 1024x768, reset it to a lower
resolution before you connect the projector.
Compatibility
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video
devices, including:
•IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024x768 reso-
lution at 75 Hz
•Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1024x768 resolu-
tion at 75 Hz.
•Most standard VCRs, DVD players, camcorders and laser disc play-
ers.
Unpacking the Projector
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to make
sure all are included. Contact your TOSHIBA dealer immediately if
anything is missing.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick
Start card that was included in the shipping box. For complete details on
connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide.

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Introduction
NOTE: The contents of your
shipping box may vary
depending on the projector
configuration you’ve ordered.
FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. TDP590 projector and lens
cap 7. RCA audio/video (A/V) cable
2. Soft carry case 8. PR-Cable
3. TDP590 User’s Guide, quick
start card, and Online User
Guide CD
9. PR-Cable USB mouse cable
4. Power cord 10. PR-Cable PS/2 mouse cable
5. Remote 11. PR-Cable audio cable
6. MAC Adapter 12. S Video cable
1
2
3
4
56
78
9
11
10
12

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FIGURE 2
Side view of projector
FIGURE 3
Front view of projector
connector panel
speaker
focus ring
elevator button
power
cord
connector
keypad
power switch
focus ring
zoom ring

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Introduction
Usage Guidelines
•Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector is
turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.
•Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow can
cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a
minute before attempting to turn it back on.
•Handle the projector as you would any product with glass compo-
nents. Be especially careful not to drop it.
•Avoid leaving the projector in direct sunlight or extreme cold for
extended periods of time. If this happens, allow it to reach room tem-
perature before use.
•This projector is not intended for use in mainframe computer rooms
as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/
Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
•Transport the projector in a vendor-approved case.
If You Need Assistance
The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check the
guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 38.
If it does not answer your question, call your TOSHIBA dealer.
Warranty
This product is backed by a limited warranty.
Please contact with your dealer for the details.

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SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
1Place the projector on a flat surface.
•The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source
and within 8 feet (2.4 m) of your computer.
•If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the
projector behind your screen. See “Rear Projection” on page 29 to
reverse the image.
•If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the Ceil-
ing Mount Installation Guide that comes with the Ceiling Mount
Kit for more information. To turn the image upside down, see
“Ceiling Projection” on page 28. The Ceiling Mount Kit is sold
separately; see page 46.
2Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
•The distance from the lens of the projector to the screen and the
zoom setting determine the size of the projected image. Figure 4
shows three projected image sizes. For information about image
sizes at minimum and maximum zoom settings, see “Projected
Image Size” on page 53.
3Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off.
FIGURE 4
Projected image size at minimum focusing distance
3.0ft.
12.6ft.
7.6ft.
5 ft. 12 ft. 20 ft.

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Setting up the Projector
Connecting the PR-Cable (Port Replicate-Cable) to the Projector
CAUTION: Turn off the
computer, monitor and projector
whenever you connect or
disconnect cables.
The PR-Cable (referred to as “PR-Cable” in this manual for brevity)
simplifies the connection process by providing a central hub for all the
connections between the projector and your computer. The connectors
on the PR-Cable are labeled with icons. The PR-Cable also has an LED
that lights solid green when the projector is on and PR-Cable is func-
tioning properly. A slowly blinking LED indicates PR-Cable is waiting
to initialize with the projector; a rapidly blinking LED indicates a prob-
lem with PR-Cable.
Connect the end of the PR-Cable cable to the
connector on the projector’s connector panel (Figure 5).
FIGURE 5
Connecting the PR-Cable to the projector
NOTE: In some older
computers, the monitor
connector does not have a hole
for Pin 9. If you have trouble
connecting the PR-Cable cable
to your computer, contact your
dealer.

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Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector
NOTE: Before you continue,
make sure the projector and
your equipment are turned off. If
you’re connecting a computer,
make sure the distance between
it and the projector is 10 feet or
less.
Now you’re ready to connect your equipment. Computers are connected
to the PR-Cable. Video players are connected directly to the projector.
Steps for connecting the different types of equipment are given on the
pages listed below.
NOTE: The computer audio in
connector on the connector
panel is only used with the
optional PR-Cable Lite cable. If
you are using PR-Cable, the
audio cable should be connected
to the PR-Cable, not directly to
the projector.
FIGURE 6
Connector panel
NOTE: If you are connecting an
older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin connec-
tor, you must use a Mac adaptor
between the computer and the
PR-Cable.
Equipment you want to connect Page
Laptop computer with PR-Cable page 8
Desktop computer with PR-Cable page 10
USB or PS/2 mouse pages 10-11,
page 11
Video player page 12
PR-Cable
s-video composite
video
L/R audio in
audio in
computer
(for video source)

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Setting up the Projector
Connecting a Laptop Computer
NOTE: Many laptop computers
do not automatically turn on
their external video port when a
secondary display device such
as a projector is connected.
Refer to your computer manual
for the command that activates
the external video port.
Activation commands for some
laptop computers are listed in
the Appendix.
1Plug the end of the PR-Cable cable into the video connector on
your laptop.
FIGURE 7
Connecting the PR-Cable to a laptop computer
Do you want to play your computer’s audio on the projector?
NOTE: If you don’t want audio
or mouse control, you can use a
simplified cable called PR-
Cable Lite, ordered separately.
1Plug either end of the PR-Cable audio cable into the audio connector
on your computer.
2Plug the other end of the audio cable into the connector on the
PR-Cable.
Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote
or keypad?
If your computer has a PS/2 connector, use the PS/2 mouse cable
NOTE: If you are connecting an
older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin
connector, you must use a Mac
adaptor between the computer
and the PR-Cable.
1Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the mouse con-
nector on your computer.
2Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the connec-
tor on the PR-Cable.

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FIGURE 8
Connecting the PR-Cable audio and mouse cables to a laptop computer
If your computer has a USB connector and is running Windows 98, use the
USB mouse cable
NOTE: The USB mouse is sup-
ported for use with Windows 98
only.
1Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the
mouse connector on your computer.
2Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the connec-
tor on the PR-Cable.
You must have the appropriate USB drivers installed on your computer
to use the USB feature. Windows 98 ships with the appropriate drivers.
NOTE: A USB mouse is hot-
pluggable, meaning you do not
need to re-boot your computer
after connecting the mouse to
use it. A PS-2 mouse is not hot-
pluggable.
Now you’re ready to power up the projector and your laptop. Skip to
“Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image” on page 14.
audio cable
mouse cable

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Setting up the Projector
Connecting a Desktop Computer
1Locate the cable that connects your monitor to your computer.
Unplug it from the computer.
NOTE: If you are connecting an
older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin
connector, you must use the Mac
adaptor between the computer
and the PR-Cable.
2Plug the end of the PR-Cable cable into the monitor connector
on your computer.
FIGURE 9
Connecting the PR-Cable cable to a desktop computer
Do you want to display the image on your computer’s monitor as well as on
the projection screen?
NOTE: The projector must be
turned on to display the image
on your monitor.
1Plug your monitor’s cable into the connector on the PR-Cable.
Do you want to play your computer’s audio on the projector?
1Unplug the audio cable, if present, from your computer.
2Plug either end of the PR-Cable audio cable into the audio connector
on your computer.
3Plug the other end of the audio cable into the connector on the
PR-Cable.

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Do you want to control your computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote
or keypad?
If your computer has a PS/2 connector, use the PS/2 mouse cable
1Unplug the mouse cable from your computer.
NOTE: A USB mouse is hot-
pluggable, meaning you do not
need to re-boot your computer
after connecting the mouse to
use it. A PS-2 mouse is not hot-
pluggable.
2Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the mouse con-
nector on your computer.
3Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the connec-
tor on the PR-Cable.
FIGURE 10
Connecting the PR-Cable monitor, audio and mouse cables to a desktop comput-
er
If your computer has a USB connector and is running Windows 98, use the
USB mouse cable
NOTE: The USB mouse is sup-
ported for use with Windows 98
only.
1Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the
mouse connector on your computer.
2Plug the end of the PR-Cable mouse cable into the connec-
tor on the PR-Cable.
You must have the appropriate USB drivers installed on you computer
to use the USB feature. Windows 98 ships with the appropriate drivers.
Now you’re ready to power up the projector and your computer. Skip to
“Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image” on page 14.
audio cable
mouse cable
monitor cable

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Setting up the Projector
Connecting a Video Player
1If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video con-
nector, you’ll need only the A/V cable that shipped with the projec-
tor.
•If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video connector,
you’ll need an S-video cable in addition to the A/V cable.
2Plug the A/V cable’s yellow connector into the “video-out” port on
your video player (Figure 11). This port may be labeled “To Moni-
tor.”
•If you’re using an S-video cable, connect it to the “s-video out”
connector on the video player (Figure 12).
3Plug the other yellow connector into the composite connector on the
back of the projector.
•If you’re using S-video, plug the other end of the cable into the
“s-video” connector on the projector (Figure 12).
FIGURE 11
Connecting the projector to a video player using the standard A/V cable (with
composite video connector)
audio/video cable

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FIGURE 12
Connecting the projector to a video player using an S-video cable and the audio
connectors on the standard A/V cable
4Plug the A/V cable’s white connector into the left “audio out” port
on your video player. Plug the cable’s red connector into the right
“audio out” port on the video player (Figure 11 and Figure 12).
CAUTION: Your video player
may also have a “Video Out”
port for a coaxial cable connec-
tion.
DO NOT use this to connect to
the projector.
•If you’re using an S-video cable, the yellow connectors on the
A/V cable remain unused (Figure 12).
5Plug the A/V cable’s other white and red connectors to the left and
right “audio in” ports on the projector.
The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards:
NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, and SECAM. It automati-
cally adjusts to optimize its performance for the incoming video. The
input signals for SECAM, PAL-M, and PAL-N video are similar to other
video signals and cannot be automatically detected, therefore they must
be chosen manually. See “Video Standard” on page 28 for details.
A/V cable
S-video cable