Toshiba TLP 250, TLP550, TLP551 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

3LCD DATA PROJECTOR

TLP550

TLP551 (WITH DOCUMENT IMAGING CAMERA)

TLP250

TLP251 (WITH DOCUMENT IMAGING CAMERA)

MENU

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TLP550/TLP250

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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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.

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 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 sufficient 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.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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Save Original Packing Materials

The original shipping carton and packing materials will come in handy if you ever have to ship your LCD projector. For maximum protection, repack the set as it was originally packed at the factory.

Avoid Volatile Liquid

Do not use volatile liquids, such as an insect spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products touching the unit for a long time. They will mar the finish.

In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located at the bottom of your LCD projector.

Model No.		Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

Moisture Condensation

Never operate this unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. When the unit is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the crucial internal parts. To prevent the unit from possible damage, do not use the unit for at least 2 hours when there is an extreme or sudden change in temperature.

Exemption Clauses

•Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility in the case of damages arising from earthquakes, fire not liable to Toshiba Corporation, operating by third parties, other accidents, or use under abnormal conditions including erroneous or improper operation and other problems.

•Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility for incidental damages (lost profit, work interruption, corruption or loss of the memory contents, etc.) arising from the use of or the inability to use this unit.

•Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from not having followed the descriptions in this Owner’s Manual.

•Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from malfunctions arising from combination with equipment or software that is not related to Toshiba Corporation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

1.Read Owner’s Manual

After unpacking this product, read the owner’s manual carefully, and follow all the operating and other instructions.

2.Power Sources

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

3.Source of Light

Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes or sight.

4.Ventilation

Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

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5.Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

7.Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

9.Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

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6.Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool and the like.

8.Power-Cord Protection

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

10.Lightning

For added protection for this product during storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

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11.Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

12.Do not place the product vertically

Do not use the product in the upright position to project the pictures at the ceiling, or any other vertical positions. It may fall down and dangerous.

13.Stack Inhibited

Do not stack other equipment on this product or do not place this product on the other equipment.

Top and bottom plates of this product develops heat and may give some undesirable damage to other unit.

14.Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

15.Accessories

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

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16.Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a)When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b)If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c)If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d)If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e)If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f)When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

17.If glass components, including lens and lamp, should break, contact your dealer for repair service.

This product incorporates glass components, including a lens and a lamp. If such parts should break, please handle with care to avoid injury and contact your dealer for repair service. The broken pieces of glass may cause to injury.

In the unlikely event of the lamp rupturing, thoroughly clean the area around the projector and discard any edible items placed in that area.

18.Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19.Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. (Replacement of the lamp only should be made by users.)

20.Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

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21.Do not get your hands between the camera arm and the main unit when setting the camera arm back in its original position.

To avoid injury, be careful not to get your hands caught when setting the camera arm back in its original position. Families with children should be particularly careful.

22.Do not carry by the camera arm.

Do not carry the projector by the camera arm.

Doing so can result in damage or injury.

23.Do not leave documents on the unit or near of the air exhaust for long periods of time.

The heat could erase or discolor the letters on a thermal paper.

24.Do not move the projector while the arm is still erect.

Always store the arm back in position when moving the projector. Otherwise injury or damage may result.

25.Do not look into the arm light while it is lit.

The strong light may cause damage to your eyes or sight.

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Power supply cord selection

If your line voltage is 220 to 240V, use one of the following types of cable.

Plug configuration

Plug type	Line voltage
EURO	220 – 240V
240V
10 – 15A
UK	200 – 240V
240V
6A

Australian	200 – 240V
240V
10A
North American	200 – 240V
240V
15A
Switzerland	200 – 240V
240V
6A

Plug
configuration Plug type	Line voltage
EURO	220 – 240V

UK	220 – 240V

Use a 5A fuse which is approved by ASTA or BSI to BSI362.

Always replace the fuse cover after changing the fuse.

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Contents

COVER

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Before use
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................	2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ...............................................	3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................	4
Power supply cord selection ...............................................	9
Contents ..............................................................................	10
Names of each part on the main unit................................	11
Names of each part on the remote control ......................	14
Loading batteries................................................................	15
Remote control operation ..................................................	16

Adjustments & Settings
Operating the menu screen ...............................................	42
GUIDE MENU adjustments and settings ..........................	44
FULL MENU adjustments and settings - Picture .............	45
FULL MENU adjustments - Position .................................	46
FULL MENU adjustments - Color ......................................	47
FULL MENU adjustments and settings - Audio ...............	48
FULL MENU adjustments and settings - Display ............	49
FULL MENU settings - Default setting ..............................	50
FULL MENU settings - Reset .............................................	51
PIP menu setting ................................................................	52

Installation and connections
Floor-mounted projector placement .................................	17
Lens shift function .............................................................	20
Projector placement angle adjustment (Foot adjuster) ..	21
Ceiling-mounted projector placement ..............................	22
Connecting a computer ....................................................	23
Connecting video equipment ............................................	24
Projector operation control by a computer......................	26
Operations
Projection on the screen....................................................	27
Turning the power off .........................................................	32
Adjusting the picture automatically..................................	33
Correcting the keystone distortion ...................................	34
Cutting off the picture and sound temporarily ................	35
Freezing the picture ...........................................................	36
Enlarging the picture size ..................................................	37
Displaying PIP Sub-pictures ..............................................	38
Displaying Information.......................................................	39
Operating the presentation mode .....................................	40

Document imaging camera
Part names (of the document imaging camera model) ...	53
Preparation of the document imaging camera ................	54
Picture projection with the document imaging camera ..	55
Locking the white balance .................................................	58
Correcting illuminated defects ..........................................	59
Maintenance
Trouble indications ............................................................	60
Air filter cleaning ................................................................	61
Lens and main unit cleaning .............................................	63
Lamp replacement ..............................................................	64
Others
Before calling service personal ........................................	66
Pin assignment of COMPUTER connector .......................	68
Applicable signal ................................................................	69
Controlling the projector by using RS-232C ....................	71
Specifications .....................................................................	76

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Names of each part on the main unit

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CAUTION

Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered.

The explanation here is only for the model without the document imaging camera. For the model with the document imaging camera, refer to 53.

	Infrared remote sensor 16
Air intake	Zooming lever 30	Lens shift dial 20
	Focusing ring 30	Control panel 12
	Air intake	Infrared
		remote sensor

		Front side
AC IN socket 19
Left side		Right side	Rear side
		Air exhaust
Speaker	Lens	Lens cover
Carrying handle		Foot adjuster 21
Open to carry the projector.
		Foot adjuster release button 21
Anti-theft lock hole

Note

The air exhaust discharges high temperature air. Do not put anything around the air exhaust, otherwise it may deform due to the high temperature air.

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To display the menu screen and/or select operations on the menu screen. 42 43

Use the selection buttons and the EXIT button to enlarge the image. 37

EXIT button Selection buttons

ENTER button

MENU button

ON

ON / STANDBY

LAMP

TEMP

	ON/STANDBY button 27			32
	To turn the projector on or off (standby).
	ON indicator 27		32	60
	LAMP indicator	27	32	60	To indicate the
	TEMP indicator	60			status of the
					projector.
	FAN indicator 27		32	60
		VOL/ADJ buttons 42			31
	FA	To set and/or adjust values on the menu.
	N	To adjust the volume when the menu is not

displayed.

INPUT button 29

To select the input source.

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AUTO SET button 33

To adjust the computer input image automatically.

KEYSTONE button 34

To correct the keystone distortion of the picture.

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Control panel

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AUDIO jack 23 - 25

(ø 3.5mm stereo mini-jack)

To enter audio signal from a computer or a video equipment.

USB connector 40

To connect to a USB connector of a computer when using the presentation mode.

VIDEO jack 24

To enter video signal from a video equipment, etc.

S-VIDEO connector 24

To enter S-Video signal from video equipment, etc.

CONTROL connector 26 71	COMPUTER connector 23 25
(RS-232C connector)	To enter RGB signal from a computer,
To connect a computer to control the	etc or component video signal (Y/PB/PR
projector.	Signal) from a video equipment.

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CONTROL

USB

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

COMPUTER (Y/PB/PR )

Left side

Names of each part on the remote control

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INPUT button	29
To select the input source.
KEYSTONE button	34

To correct the keystone distortion of the picture.

FREEZE button	36
To freeze the picture.
PIP button	38

To display the video input image as a small size picture in the computer image display window.

MUTE button

35

To cut off the picture and sound temporarily.

VOL/ADJ buttons

43

To set and/or adjust values on the menu. To adjust volume when the menu is not displayed. 31

		ON /
		STANDBY
INPUT
KEYSTONE		AUTO SET
FREEZE	MUTE
PIP	CALL	RESIZE

MENU

VOL / ADJ

ENTER	EXIT /
	P.MODE
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Remote control transmission part

CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT

ON/STANDBY button 27 32

To turn the projector on or off (Standby).

AUTO SET button 33

To adjust the computer input image automatically.

RESIZE buttons 37

To enlarge the picture size.

CALL button 39

To display the information.

MENU button

Selection button

EXIT button

ENTER button

To display the menu screen and/or select the operation

on the menu screen. 42 43

Use the selection buttons and EXIT button to enlarge the image 37 and to operate the presentation mode. 40

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Loading batteries

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Notes

Using batteries incorrectly can cause them to leak or burst. Strictly observe the following.

•Install the batteries with their + and – ends facing correctly.

•Do not charge, heat, disassemble, or short the batteries or throw them into a fire.

•Do not leave any exhausted batteries in the remote control.

•Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries.

•When you will not be using the remote control for a prolonged period, take the batteries out of the remote control.

•When the remote control stops working or only works at very close range, replace all the batteries with new ones.

•When replacing the batteries, use longer life alkaline batteries.

•If a battery has leaked, carefully wipe off any residue inside the battery case before loading new batteries.

1	Bottom side	Open the cover.

2	Install the batteries.
	Make sure that the +/– polarities match the

illustration in the compartment.

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3	Attach the cover.

Remote control operation

Point the remote control at the infrared remote sensor and press a button.

Front side

Rear side

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•The remote control may not operate when there is sunlight or other strong light such as a fluorescent lamp shining on the projector’s remote sensor.

•Operate the remote control from a position where the remote sensor is visible.

•Do not drop the remote control or otherwise jolt it.

•Keep the remote control out of locations with excessively high temperature or humidity.

•Do not get water on the remote control or place wet objects on it.

•Do not disassemble the remote control.

•Under unusual circumstances the remote control may not operate well due to the location being used or the surroundings. At such times, change the direction of the remote control to the projector and retry the operation.

Floor-mounted projector placement

CONTENTS

There are two ways to place the floor-mounted projector.

When the projector is mounted in the rear projection mode, the picture is reversed. Set the “Projection mode” (on the menu screen) according to the projection method. 50 At shipping from factory, it is set for the Floor-mounted front projection.

For the ceiling-mounted projector placement, refer to the page 22 .

Floor-mounted front projection	Floor-mounted rear projection
Viewing a picture projected on the front of the	Viewing a picture projected through the back of the
screen from a floor installation.	screen from a floor installation.

Translucent screen

Viewer

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1	Place the projector on a steady, level surface such as a table.
	To obtain proper screen projection, place the projector so that the light beam hits the screen squarely.

Top view

Screen

90°

Point the lens straight at the center of the screen as above.

Side view

Screen

90°

Place the projector horizontally so that the projecting light hits the screen squarely.

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2	Determine the screen size projected on the screen.
	The projection size depends on the distance between the lens and the screen.	• The values are approximations.
	Adjust the projection size by changing the distances as shown below.

	Projection size x 20.32 - 31		a (m)
		Projection size	Minimum	Maximum
Screen	a (min.) =
	1000	(inches)	(At maximum zoom)	(At minimum zoom)
	Projection size x 24.38 - 32
		30	–	0.70
	a (max.) =
	1000	36	0.70	0.85
90°	a: Distance between the lens and the screen (m)	50	0.98	1.19
	Limit: 0.70m < a < 3.63m	80	1.59	1.92
		100	2.00	2.41
		120	2.41	2.89
	a	150	3.02	3.63
		180	3.63	–

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You can adjust the vertical projection position with the lens shift dial. 20

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3	Connect the power cord.
	• Insert one end into the AC IN socket on the projector.
	• Insert the other end into a wall outlet.
	The three indicators, TEMP, LAMP, and ON, light in green
	for several seconds and then the ON indicator lights in
	orange and the projector turns to the standby mode.
	Do not perform any operations while the three indicators
	are lit green.

ON

ON / STANDBY

LAMP

TEMP

FAN

Light (Orange)

Power cord (Supplied)

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4 Take off the lens cover.

Notes

•When the projector is moved from a cold location to a warm location, or when the ambient temperature in the projection room has risen suddenly, moisture may condense on the lens or the internal optical section to blur the projected pictures. In such a case, leave the projector for an adequate time (1 to 2 hours, depending on the room’s condition) before using it, so it adjusts to the ambient temperature.

•If the screen is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, the projected picture will become too faint to see. Shut out the light with curtains or by other means.

•If the screen and the projector are not installed properly, the projected picture may be distorted.

Lens shift function

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When turning the lens shift dial, the lens moves to upward or downward and the projection position on the screen is to be adjusted. At shipping from factory, it is set to the state turned clockwise fully (the highest projection position).

Refer to “Projection on the screen” 27, and adjust it after projecting a picture.

Lens shift dial

When the lens shift dial is turned counterclockwise fully, the projection position becomes the lowest.

50%

90°

50%

When the lens shift dial is turned clockwise fully, the projection position becomes the highest.

At shipping from factory, the lens shift dial is set to this state.

90%

90°

10%

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Notes

•Never give strong force to the lens shift dial as this may cause malfunction.

•At the ceiling-mounted projector placement 22, the relation between the moving direction of the projection position and the turning direction of the lens shift dial becomes contrary from the case of the floor-mounted projector placement.

Projector placement angle adjustment (Foot adjuster)

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The tilt of the projector can be adjusted using the foot adjuster. Adjust this when the highest position by the lens shift dial 20 is insufficient. Refer to “Projection on the screen” 27, and adjust the foot adjuster after projecting a picture.

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Foot adjuster

Foot adjuster release button

Lift the front of the projector until the desired tilt angle is obtained and hold down the foot adjuster release button.

The foot adjuster will extend. Release the button to lock in position.

2

Lift up

Lower

Notes

Turn the foot adjuster to make fine adjustment to the height.

Turn clockwise to lift up.

Turn counterclockwise to lower.

•To put the foot adjuster back, hold down the foot adjuster release button and lower the front slowly.

•Be sure to hold the projector when putting the foot adjuster back so as not to let the front fall on your fingers.

•Do not tilt the projector at an angle exceeding the range adjustable by the foot adjusters, since the life duration of the lamp may be shortened.

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Ceiling-mounted projector placement

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CAUTION

When a ceiling mount is required, please consult with the dealer.

Ceiling-mounted front projection

Ceiling-mounted rear projection

Viewing a picture projected on the front of the screen from a

Viewing a picture projected through the back of the screen from a

ceiling installation.

ceiling installation.

Viewer	Viewer
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Perform the “Projection mode” setting on the menu screen for the projection method. 50

Note

The relation between the projection size and the distance to the screen is the same as that of the floor-mounted projection mode 18.

Connecting a computer

CONTENTS

You can project the picture from the computer.

Check that the power supplies for the projector and for the computer are off before connecting the cables.

COMPUTER connector

For use as both analog RGB and Y/PB/PR input. At shipping from factory, it is set for use as analog RGB input.

CONTROL

USB

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

COMPUTER ( Y/PB/PR )

AUDIO jack

For use as audio signal of all input sources.

Computer

To COMPUTER connector

Be sure to connect in the proper direction.

To monitor port

RGB cable (supplied)

To AUDIO jack

Audio cable (supplied)

ø3.5mm stereo mini-jack To audio output port

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Notes

•The projector cannot be connected to a computer without an analog RGB connector. For details, refer to the computer manual.

•You may not be able to connect some computers to the projector. For details, consult the dealer.

•When connecting to a Macintosh computer, some models may need a Mac adapter for connection.

•Some computers may have output modes which are not compatible with this projector. Check the compatibility of the connectors, signal levels, timing, resolutions, etc.

Connecting video equipment

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You can project the picture from video equipment.

Check that the power supplies for the projector and for the video equipment are off before connecting the cables.

VIDEO jack

CONTROL USB AUDIO	VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPUTER ( Y/PB/PR )	S-VIDEO connector

AUDIO jack

For use as audio signal of all input sources.

To S-VIDEO connector To S-video output Be sure to connect in the proper

direction.

S-video cable (not supplied)

To AUDIO jack	(Yellow) To VIDEO jack	Video cable	Audio cable
		(supplied)	(supplied)

Video equipment

Pin plug (red)

To audio output (R)

Pin plug (white)

To audio output (L)

Pin plug (yellow)

To video output

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Note

The S-VIDEO connector and VIDEO jack can be used independently, but the audio input jack is used for all input sources.

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