Vivitek h108x-3d series User manual

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reproduced without written consent of the author.
© Copyright 2011
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no repre-
sentations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied
warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to
revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of
the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Kensington is a U.S. registered trademark of ACCO Brand Corporation with issued registrations and pend-
ing applications in other countries throughout the world.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are ac-
knowledged.
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Important Safety Information
Important:
It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These
safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector.
Keep this manual for future reference.
Symbols Used
Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous situations.
The following styles are used in this manual to alert you to important information.
Note:
Provides additional information on the topic at hand.
Important:
Provides additional information that should not be overlooked.
Caution:
Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit.
Warning:
Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit, create a hazardous environment, or cause per-
sonal injury.
Throughout this manual, component parts and items in the OSD menus are denoted in bold font as in this
example:
“Push the MENU button on the remote control to open the DISPLAY menu.”
General Safety Information
¾Do not open the unit case. Aside from the projection lamp, there are no user-serviceable parts in
the unit. For servicing, contact qualified service personnel.
¾Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case.
¾The projection lamp is extremely bright by design. To avoid damage to eyes, do not look into the
lens when the lamp is on.
¾Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand.
¾Avoid using the system near water, in direct sunlight, or near a heating device.
¾Do not place heavy objects such as books or bags on the unit.

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Projector Installation Notice
¾Place the projector in a horizontal position
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in
any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically.
¾Allow at least 50 cm clearance around the exhaust vent.
¾Ensure that the intake vents do not recycle hot air from the exhaust vent.
¾When operating the projector in an enclosed space, ensure that the surrounding air temperature
within the enclosure does not exceed 5 – 35°C while the projector is running, and the air intake and
exhaust vents are unobstructed.
¾All enclosures should pass a certified thermal evaluation to ensure that the projector does not
recycle exhaust air, as this may cause the device to shutdown even if the enclosure temperature is
with the acceptable 5 – 35°C range.
Power Safety
¾Only use the supplied power cord.
¾Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of
foot traffic.
¾Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period.
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Replacing the Lamp
Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 31
for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the lamp:
¾Unplug the power cord.
¾Allow the lamp to cool for about one hour.
Cleaning the Projector
¾Unplug the power cord before cleaning. See Cleaning the Projector on page 33.
¾Allow the lamp to cool for about one hour.
Regulatory Warnings
Before installing and using the projector, read the regulatory notices in the Regulatory Compliance section
on page 46.
Important Recycle Instructions:
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that
can be hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal
Laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG. For lamp
specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
Symbol Explanations
DISPOSAL: Do not use household or municipal waste collection services for
disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. EU countries require the use
of separate recycling collection services.
Main Features
•Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport.
•Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM.
•A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms.
•Supports resolutions up to UXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images.
•Flexible setup allows for front, rear projections.
•Line-of-vision projections remain square, with advanced keystone correction for angled
projections.
•Input source automatically detected.
About this manual
This manual is intended for end users and describes how to install and operate the DLP projector. Wher-
ever possible, relevant information—such as an illustration and its description—has been kept on one
page. This printer-friendly format is both for your convenience and to help save paper, thereby protecting
the environment. It is suggested that you only print sections that are relevant to your needs.
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Table of Contents
GETTING STARTED .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
PACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
VIEWS OF PROJECTOR PARTS............................................................................................................................................... 2
H1080 Series Front-right View....................................................................................................................................... 2
Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ............................................................................................... 3
Rear view ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Bottom view..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
REMOTE CONTROL PARTS ................................................................................................................................................... 6
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATING RANGE............................................................................................................................... 8
PROJECTOR AND REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS.................................................................................................................... 8
SETUP AND OPERATION................................................................................................................................................. 9
INSERTING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES ................................................................................................................... 9
STARTING AND SHUTTING DOWN THE PROJECTOR............................................................................................................. 10
ADJUSTING THE PROJECTOR LEVEL ................................................................................................................................... 12
ADJUSTING THE ZOOM RING,FOCUS AND KEYSTONE ........................................................................................................ 13
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME .................................................................................................................................................. 14
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU SETTINGS....................................................................................................... 15
OSD MENU CONTROLS ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Navigating the OSD ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
SETTING THE OSD LANGUAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 16
OSD MENU OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
PICTURE>>BASIC MENU................................................................................................................................................. 18
PICTURE>>ADVANCED MENU ........................................................................................................................................ 19
HSG Adjustment............................................................................................................................................................ 20
White Balance ............................................................................................................................................................... 20
User Color Temp........................................................................................................................................................... 21
DISPLAY MENU............................................................................................................................................................... 22
PC Detail Adjustment.................................................................................................................................................... 23
3D Settings.................................................................................................................................................................... 24
SETUP>>BASIC MENU ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
Menu Settings................................................................................................................................................................ 26
Source ........................................................................................................................................................................... 26
SETUP>>ADVANCED MENU ............................................................................................................................................ 27
Audio............................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Lamp ............................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Closed Caption.............................................................................................................................................................. 29
STATUS MENU ................................................................................................................................................................ 30
MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY................................................................................................................................. 31
REPLACING THE PROJECTION LAMP................................................................................................................................... 31
CLEANING THE PROJECTOR................................................................................................................................................ 33
Cleaning the Lens ......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Cleaning the Case ......................................................................................................................................................... 33
USING THE KENSINGTON®LOCK ....................................................................................................................................... 34
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
COMMON PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 35
TIPS FOR TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................ 35
LED ERROR MESSAGES..................................................................................................................................................... 36
IMAGE PROBLEMS.............................................................................................................................................................. 36
LAMP PROBLEMS ............................................................................................................................................................... 37
REMOTE CONTROL PROBLEMS .......................................................................................................................................... 37
AUDIO PROBLEMS ............................................................................................................................................................. 38
HAVING THE PROJECTOR SERVICED .................................................................................................................................. 38
HDMI Q&A.................................................................................................................................................................... 39

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SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................................. 40
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................. 40
PROJECTION DISTANCE VS.PROJECTION SIZE.................................................................................................................... 41
Projection Distance and Size Table .............................................................................................................................. 41
TIMING MODE TABLE ........................................................................................................................................................ 42
PROJECTOR DIMENSIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 45
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................................................................... 46
FCC WARNING .................................................................................................................................................................. 46
CANADA ............................................................................................................................................................................ 46
SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................... 46
APPENDIX I ....................................................................................................................................................................... 47
RS-232C PROTOCOL.......................................................................................................................................................... 47

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G ETTING S TARTED
Packing Checklist
Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included:
H1080 SERIES DLP PROJECTOR
REMOTE CONTROL
(WITH TWO AA BATTERIES)
HDMI CABLE POWER CORD
CD-ROM
(THIS USER’S MANUAL)
QUICK START CARD WARRANTY CARD
Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work. It
is recommend that you keep the original packing material should you ever need to return the equipment
for warranty service.
Caution:
Avoid using the projector in dusty environments.

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Views of Projector Parts
H1080 Series Front-right View
12 3 4567
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE:
1. Height-adjuster button Push to release height adjuster
2. Height adjuster Adjusts level of projector
12
3. Lens Projection Lens
4. IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control 6
5. Focus ring Focuses the projected image
6. Zoom ring Enlarges the projected image
13
7. Function keys See Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons
and LEDs. 3
Important:
Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which keeps the projector lamp
cool. Do not obstruct any of the ventilation openings.
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Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE
PAGE:
1. (Power button) Turns the projector On or Off. 10
2. BLANK Displays a blank screen and mutes audio
3. ◄(Left cursor) /
Volume-
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Volume
4. Enter Enter or confirm highlighted OSD menu item
5. MENU Opens and exits OSD menus
6. ▲(Up cursor) /
Keystone+
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Keystone
15
7. AUTO Optimizes image size, position, and resolution
8. ►(Right cursor) /
Volume+
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Volume 15
9. SOURCE Enter the Source menu
10. ▼(Down cursor) /
Keystone-
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Keystone 15
Red Lamp is ready to be powered-on.
11. READY LED
Flashing Lamp is not ready (warming up/shutting down/cooling)
(see LED Error Messages on page 36)
12. TEMP LED Flashing Error code
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Rear view
1 2 345 6 7
8
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ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE:
1. AC IN Connect the POWER CABLE 10
2. (USB) Connect the USB cable from a computer
3. COMPONENT IN Connect a component video enabled device
4. VIDEO IN Connect the composite cable from a video device
5. VGA IN Connect the RGB cable from a computer.
6. HDMI – 1 Connect the HDMI CABLE from a HDMI device
7. HDMI – 2 Connect the HDMI CABLE from a HDMI device
8. DC 12V Connect the 12V OUT
9. Kensington Lock Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock
system 34
10. Speaker Outputs audio sound
11. IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control 6
12. AUDIO IN (L and R) Connect the audio cable from a audio device
13. AUDIO IN Connect an AUDIO CABLE from the input device
14. RS-232C Connect RS-232 serial port cable for remote control
15. AUDIO OUT Connect an AUDIO CABLE for audio loop through
Note:
If your video equipment has various input sources, it is recommended to connect in priority of
HDMI, component, Composite for better picture quality.
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Bottom view
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE:
1. Tilt adjustor Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position. 12
2. Ceiling support holes Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a ceiling
3. Height adjustor Adjuster drops down when adjuster button is pushed.
4. Height adjustor button Push to release adjustor.
12
Note:
When installing, ensure that you use only UL Listed ceiling mounts.
For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M4 screws with a maximum screw
depth of 6 mm (0.23 inch).
The construction of the ceiling mount must be of a suitable shape and strength. The ceiling mount
load capacity must exceed the weight of the installed equipment, and as an additional precaution
be capable of withstanding three times the weight of the equipment (not less than 5.15 kg) over a
period of 60 seconds.
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Remote Control Parts
Important:
1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluo-
rescent lights can disrupt remote control operation.
2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path be-
tween the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain
reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
3. The buttons and keys on the projector have the same functions as the corresponding buttons on
the remote control. This user’s manual describes the functions based on the remote control.

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ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE:
1. Power OFF Turns the projector off 10
2. HDMI 2 Displays the HDMI 2 source selection
3. PC Displays the PC source selection
4. VIDEO Displays the VIDEO source selection
5. Up cursor /
Keystone+
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Keystone
6. ENTER Enters and confirms settings in the OSD
7. Right cursor
8. Down cursor
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
15
9. ASPECT RATIO Displays the ASPECT RATIO selections
10. SOURCE Detects the input device
11. 2D f3D Toggle 2D to 3D function via HDMI 15
12. BRIGHT Displays the brightness setting bar
13. SHARP Displays the sharpness setting bar
14. COLOR Displays the color setting bar
15. TINT Displays the tint setting bar
16. BLANK Makes the screen blank
17. FREEZE Freezes/unfreezes the on-screen picture
18. AUTO Auto adjustment for frequency, phase, and position
19. LIGHT
Turns on or off the remote control backlight for about 10 seconds. Pressing any
other key while the backlight is on keeps the backlight on for a further 10 sec-
onds.
20. VOL -
21. VOL +
Adjusts volume 15
22. MUTE Mutes the built-in speaker
23. CONTRAST Displays the contrast settings bar
24. PICTURE MODE Changes the Display Mode setting
25. MENU/ EXIT Opens and exits the OSD
26. Left cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 15
27. COMP Displays the Component source selection
28. HDMI 1 Displays the HDMI 1 source selection
29. Power ON Turns the projector on 10
30. IR transmitter Transmits signals to projector

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Remote Control Operating Range
The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the
remote directly at the projector. Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or
the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 7 meters (23 feet) and
15 degrees above or below the projector level. If the projector does not respond to the remote control,
move a little closer.
Projector and Remote Control Buttons
The projector can be operated using the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector. All
operations can be carried out with the remote control; however, the buttons on the projector are lim-
ited in use.

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S ETUP AND O PERATION
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
1.
Remove the battery compartment cover
by sliding the cover in the direction of
the arrow.
2.
Insert the battery with the positive side
facing up.
3.
Replace the cover.
Caution:
1. Only use AA batteries (Alkaline batteries are recommended).
2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations.
3. Remove the batteries when not using the projector for prolonged periods.

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Starting and Shutting down the Projector
1.
Connect the power cord to the projec-
tor. Connect the other end to a wall
outlet.
The POWER LED will be on.
2.
Turn on the connected devices.
3.
Ensure the POWER LED displays
a solid blue and not a flashing blue.
Then press the POWER button to
turn on the projector.
The projector splash screen displays
and connected devices are detected.
4.
If more than one input device is con-
nected, press the SOURCE button and
use ▲▼ to scroll among devices.
•PC: Analog RGB
•HDMI 1/2: High Definition Multimedia Interface
•Component: DVD input YCbCr / YPbPr.
•Video: Traditional composite video
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5.
When the POWER OFF window ap-
pears, press on the control panel or
on the remote control. The pro-
jector turns off.
Caution:
Do not unplug the power cord until the READY LED stops flashing–indicating the projector has
cooled down.
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Adjusting the Projector Level
Take note of the following when setting up the projector:
•The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy.
•Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen.
•Remove the Back Foot Holder on the rear adjuster foot before adjusting the projection
angle.
•Ensure the cables are in a safe location. You could trip over them.
A
D
C
1. To raise the level of the projector, lift the projector [A] and press the height-adjuster
button [B].
The height adjuster drops down [C].
2. To lower the level of the projector, press the height-adjuster button and push down
on the top of the projector.
3. To adjust the angle of the picture, turn the tilt-adjuster [D] right or left until the
desired angle has been achieved.
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Adjusting the Zoom ring, Focus and Keystone
1.
Use the Image-zoom
control (on the projector
only) to resize the pro-
jected image and screen
size
B
.
2.
Use the Image-focus
control (on the projector
only) to sharpen the pro-
jected image
A .
3.
Use the KEYSTONE
buttons (on the projector
or the remote control) to
correct image-trapezoid
(wider top or bottom)
effect.
Remote control and OSD panel
4.
The keystone control
appears on the display.
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