3M 1700 User Manual

1700

Overhead Projector
Operating Instructions

Rétroprojecteur

Manuel de l’opérateur

Tageslichtprojektor

Bedienungsanleitung

Retroproyector

Manual del operador

Lavagna Luminosa

Manuale d’Uso

Overheadprojektor

Bruksanvisning

Overheadprojector

Handleiding

Retroprojetor

Manual do usuário

INTENDED USE

Before operating the machine, please read the entire manual
thoroughly. The 3M™ Overhead Projector 1700 was
designed, built and tested for use indoors, using 3M brand
lamps and nominal local voltages.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using your overhead projection equipment, basic
safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:

Read and understand all instructions before using.

1.
Pay particular attention to areas where this symbol

!

is shown.

Close supervision is necessary when any appliance

2.
is used by or near children. Do not leave appliance
unattended while in use.

!

3. Care must be taken as burns can occur from
touching hot parts.

Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or if

4.
the appliance has been dropped or damaged until it
has been examined by a qualified service
technician.

!

5. Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over,
pulled, or contact hot surfaces.

If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a

6.
current rating at least equal to that of the appliance
should be used. Cords rated for less amperage
than the appliance may overheat.

Always unplug appliance from electrical outlet

7.
before cleaning and servicing and when not in use.
Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp plug
and pull to disconnect.

The use of other replacement lamps, outdoor operation or
different voltages has not been tested, and could damage the
projector or peripheral equipment and/or create a potentially
unsafe operating condition.

!

8. Let appliance cool completely before putting away
or when replacing lamp.

9. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
immerse this appliance in water or other liquids.

10.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble this appliance, but take it to a
qualified technician when service or repair work is
required. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric
shock when the appliance is used subsequently.

11.The use of an accessory attachment not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

12.Do not overload accessory circuit (if equipped).

13.Connect this appliance to a grounded outlet.

14.Disconnect this unit from its source of supply
before replacing the projection lamp.

!

15.This unit is equipped with optical lenses and
should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

16.Keep ventilation openings free of any obstructions.

17.This unit is connected by a special power cord that,
if damaged, has to be replaced by the same type
of power cord. This part can be ordered from your
local 3M dealer and has to be installed by a
qualified service technician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The information contained in this manual will help you
operate and maintain your Overhead Projector.

THANK YOU

Thank you for choosing 3M overhead projection equipment.
This product has been produced in accordance with 3M’s
highest quality and safety standards to ensure a smooth and
troublefree use in the years to come. Your purchase of this
product proves that you appreciate this.

For optimum performance we kindly ask you to follow these
operating instructions carefully. We hope you will enjoy using
this high performance product in your meeting, training and
presentation sessions.

Part Identification List

17.

1. Open Projection Head

2. Projection Mirror

3. Singlet Lens (1705, 1708)Triplet Lens (1720, 1750)

4. Arm

5. Focus Knob

6. Post

7. Post Latch

8. Post Cradle

9. On/Off Power Switch

10.High/Low Brightness Switch (1708, 1720, 1750)

11.Color Tuning Knob (1708, 1720, 1750)

Lamp Changer (1708, 1720, 1750)

12.

Top Cover Release Latch (with interlock)

13.

Top Cover Stage Glass

14.

Cord Storage

15.

Power Cord

16.

3M 1700 Operator’s Guide 1

Machine Identification Plate

Set Up Projector

1. Raise the post (1) until it locks into place.

2. Raise projection mirror (2) to adjust screen elevation.

Remove power cord (3) from storage area.

3.

Operating The Projector

Read the Important Safeguards before operating this
projector.

Caution!

4.

Plug in power cord into projector and wall outlet (4) and

depress on/off power switch.

5.

Place LCD projection panel or film transparency in the

center of stage glass (4).

Set lamp brightness to “High” or “Low” position. See

6.
“High/Low Lamp Control” below.

Rotate focus knob (5) for sharpest image.

7.

Do not illuminate lamp with projection mirror in the closed
position. Heat from the lamp may produce parts that are hot
to the touch and damage the optics.

1. Push power switch “ON” to illuminate lamp.

|=ON
O =OFF

2. Rotate projector (1) until projected light beam is

perpendicular (90
the left and right sides of the projected image should be
equal.

Adjust angle of projection mirror (2) to raise or lower the

3.
image on the screen.

For best results, tilt projection screen (3) toward

4.
projector until the width of the projected image is equal
at both the top and bottom.

°) to the screen surface. The height at

Fold Down Projector

1. Depress ON/OFF power switch, then unplug power cord
from outlet. Coil cord into cord storage area.

Close projection mirror.

2.

Rotate focus knob (1) clockwise to raise projection head

3.
to maximum position.

Release post latch (2) and lower post until it locks in the

4.
post cradle.

Rotate focus knob (3) counterclockwise to lower head

5.
until it stops.

To move the projector, lift it from the bottom.

6.

If yellow/orange or blue colors appear in corners of

8.
image, rotate color tuning dial to remove colors. See
Color Tuning.

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Lamp Changer (1708, 1720, 1750)

Optical Adjustment (1708, 1720, 1750)

If the selected lamp (position 1 or 2) is burned out or missing,
slide lamp changer lever (1) to select alternate lamp.

ü Important

Slide lever fully left or right until it stops.

ü Important

Lamp will not illuminate unless the top cover of the
projector is closed.

High/Low Lamp Control (1708, 1720, 1750)

Activate High/Low switch (3) to select High (brightest) or
Low (normal) lamp illumination.

a. = Brightest image, normal lamp life
b.

Operating the lamp control switch in the LOW setting will
extend the life of the lamp.

= Standard image, extended lamp life

ü Note

Turn the color tuning dial (2) to eliminate any yellow/orange
to brown or blue corners. A color–free projection stage will
produce the sharpest color images.

Lamp Replacement

1. Push power switch to “OFF” and unplug projector.

2. Release cover latch and lift up top cover.

3. After lamp has cooled, release spring clip

(1) and raise condenser lens frame to access lamp.

4. Pull lamp out (2) and discard.

5. Push new lamp (3) fully and squarely into socket.

Do not touch bulb glass with fingers.

6. Close condenser lens frame and secure with spring clip (1).

Close top cover and plug in power cord.

7.

Caution!

To avoid burns to the fingers, allow projector parts to cool
before replacing lamp.

Caution!

If a lamp cracks or breaks and deposits glass fragments
inside the projector body, use a vacuum cleaner to remove.
Touching sharp glass could result in cuts to your fingers.

EHJ - 250W, 24V (1705, 1708, 1720)

EVD - 400W, 36V (1750)

Caution!

Use care when placing hands inside projector body. Sharp or
rough edges could cause abrasions or cuts to fingers.

Caution!

When the top cover is in the open position, use care not to tip
it over. If the cover slams shut, it could result in pinching or

bruises to your fingers.

3M 1700 Operator’s Guide 3

Troubleshooting

Problem Probable Causes Solution

Lamp does not illuminate but fan
motor runs.

Neither lamp nor fan energize.

Fan motor does not run but lamp
illuminates.

After replacing a burned out lamp, the
new lamp fails.

Short lamp life: Lamps seem to fail
before expected life span.

Projected image is wider at the top
than bottom (Vertical Keystoning).

Projected image higher on one side
(Horizontal Keystoning).

Projected image is dim.

Projected image does not have
uniform brightness.

Yellow/orange to brown or blue colors
appear in corners of image.

Color, focus or image problem.

a. Lamp changer control not engaged.

Lamp not seated properly.

b.

Burned out lamp.

c.
a.Projector not plugged in.
b.Stage cover not completely closed.
c.No power at wall outlet.
a.Fan blade/motor obstructed.
b.Burned out fan motor.

a.Defective lamp was installed.
b.Possible electrical problem.

a.Defective lamps.
b.High line voltage.

a.Screen not aligned at 90

light beam.

a.Projector not aligned at 90

a.Dirty stage glass, lenses, mirrors.
b.Condenser lens bracket open or retaining

clip not engaged.
c.High/low lamp control setting incorrect.
a.Lamp not aligned properly. a.Properly seat lamp in socket. Fully slide lamp

a.Lamp not at best location for projector to

screen distance.
a.Optics out of alignment. a.Call for service.

° angle to projected

° angle to screen.

a.Fully slide lamp changer control until it stops.
b.Seat lamp squarely in socket.
c.Replace lamp.
a.Plug projector into outlet.
b.Close stage cover to engage safety interlock.
c.Verify outlet has power.
a.Call for service.
b.Call for service.

a.Replace lamp.
b.If new lamp fails immediately, you may have

an electrical problem. Call for service.

a.Document actual lamp life, then contact Lamp

Supplier or 3M Service Center.
b.Have electrical line checked by an electrician.
a.Tilt projection screen toward projector until

image width is equal at top and bottom.
a.Rotate projector until image height is equal on

both sides.
a.Remove surface dirt.

b.Close and secure lens bracket with retaining

clip.
c.Set control to high for brightest image.

changer into position 1 or 2.
a.Rotate color tuning dial to remove colors in

corners.

Cleaning

For best performance, use 3M™Overhead Cleaner 676 to keep
your projector free of excess dust and surface dirt.

Stage Glass and Lenses: Use 3M overhead cleaner and a soft,
lint–free cloth to remove surface dirt from the stage glass,
projector lens and bottom of Fresnel lens.

Projection Mirror: Use a soft brush to remove surface dirt
from the projection mirror.

Caution

!

The projection mirror is a front–surface mirror and to avoid
damage to the lens surface, the lens must not be wiped clean.

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Service Information – Service Information – Service – Información de Servicio –
Servizio assistenza – Service – 3M-Service – Serviço informativo

English: Contact your supplier or 3M sales office where you purchased your unit.
Français: Contactez votre distribution ou le bureau de vente 3M où vous avez acheté votre appareil.
Deutsch: Wenden Sie sich bitte an lhren 3M Händler oder den technischen Kundendienst der 3M, wenn Sie

Serviceinformationen benötigen. Die zentrale Service–Nr. der 3M Deutschland GmbH lautet: Tel.

0130/114969
Español: Póngase en contacto con su proveedor o con la oficina de ventas 3M, en la que compró su aparato.
Italiano: Contattare il Vostro fornitore oppure 3M visual informa, Tel. [phone].
Norsk: Henvend deg til forhandleren eller til 3M–salgskontoret hvor du har kjøpt apparatet.
Nederlands: Neem contact op met uw leverancier of de 3M vestiging waar u uw apparaat hebt gekocht.
Português: Contacte o serviço de vendas da 3M ou o fornecedor onde adquiriu o seu aparelho.

COUNTRY COMPANY NAME ADDRESS LOCATION

Austria 3M Östereich Ges.m.b.H. Brunner Fieldstraße 63 A–2380 Perchtoldsdorf
Belgium 3M Belgium N.V./S.A. Hermeslaan 7 B–1831 Diegem
Denmark 3M Denmark Fabriksparken 15 DK–2600 Glostrup
Finland Suomen 3M OY PL 26 Sinimaentie 6 02630 Espoo 63
France 3M France Boulevard de l’Oise F–95006 Cergy
Germany 3M Deutschland GmbH Hammfelddamm 11 D–41453 Neuss
Greece 3M Hellas Ltd. Gr 15125 Maroussi Gr–14110 Heraklaon

Athens

Ireland 3M Ireland 7th Floor, 3M House -

Adelphi Centre,
Dun Laoghaire

Italy 3M Italia SpA -

Sistemi Visual
Netherlands 3M Nederland BV Industrieweg 24
Norway 3M Norge A/S Hvamveien 6 N–2013 Skjetten
Portugal Minnesota (3M)

de Portugal, Lda.
Spain 3M España, S.A. Juan Ignacio Luca de Tena 19–25 Madrid 28027
Sweden 3M Svenska AB Bollstanacsvægen 3, Rotebro SE–19189 Sollentuna
Switzerland 3M (Schweiz) AG Eggstraße 93 CH–8803 Rüschlikon
Turkey 3M Ticaret A.S. Buyukere Cad. Ucyol Mevkii

United Kingdom 3M UK 3M House PO Box 1

Via S. Bovio 3
Loc. San Felice

Rua Conde de Redondo, 98 P–1169 Lisboa Codex

Normanin Is
Merkezi No: 414-416

Berkshire RG 1211 JU

Co. Dublin

20090 Segrate Milano

NL–2382 NW Zoeterwoude

Maslak 80670 Istanbul

Bracknell

3M 1700 Operator’s Guide 5

SAFETY POINTS TO NOTE:

Use an alternating current only. Check that the supply voltage is the same as that stated on the rating plate of the appliance.

U.K. only! How to connect the flex to a plug:
IMPORTANT - The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live

Please read the instructions given below before connecting the flex to a plug.
If in doubt, please consult a qualified electrician. As the colours of the wires in the
mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter E, or the symbol <> , or coloured green or green and yellow.

The wire which is marked brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured red.

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured black.

Replacement fuses of 10 amp should be used which have A.S.T.A. and B.S. 1362 approval.

Attention:

The plug, if severed from the mains lead, must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible
cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.

English: The models 1700 series fulfill 73/23/EEC, 89 / 336 EEC.
Français: Le type 1700 est conforme à 73 / 23 / EEC, 89 / 336 EEC.
Deutsch: Das Model 1700 erfüllt 73/23/EEC,89/336 EEC.
Español: El modelo 1700 cumple las normas 73/23/EEC y 89/336 EEC.
Italiano: Il modello 1700 è conforme alle norme 73 / 23 / EEC, 89 / 336 EEC.
Norsk: Modellen 1700 oppfyller 73/23/EEC,89/336 EEC.
Nederlands:Dit model 1700 is conform met 73 / 23 / EEC, 89 / 336 EEC.
Português:O modelo 1700 cumpre as normas 73 / 23 / EEC, 89 / 336 EEC.

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Accessories – Accessoires – Zubehör – Accesorios – Accessorio – Tilbehør –
Accessories – Accessórios

Overhead Cleaner
Nettoyant pour rétroprojecteur
Tageslichtprojektor-Reiniger
Limpiador para retroproyectores
Prodotto di pulizia per proiettori
Rengjøringsmiddel for Overhead Prosjektører
Overhead schoonmaakmiddel
Limpador de Retroprojectores

78-8095-4140-8 70-0705-6877-2

Roller Attachment
Fixations à roulettes
Rollen-Baugruppe
Accesorio de rodillo
Avvolgitore del cavo elettrico
Hjul med feste
Rolhulpstuk
Accessório de rodas

78-6969-8506-4

Lamp
Lampe
Lampe
Bombilla
Lampadina
Lampe
Lamp
Lâmpada

EHJ DY-9920-0520-6 78-8062-0930-6
EVD DY-0210-0010-3 78-6969-7970-3

Write-on Film Roll
Rouleau de pellicule sur laquelle on peut écrire
Schreibfolie
Rollo de película
Pellicola
Rull med film som det kan skrives på
Filmrol om op te schrijven
Rolo de filme

285 mm x 15 m
78-6969-1751-3 AF4311

Dust Cover
Housse anti-poussières
Staubschutzhaube
Cubierta para polvo

Copertura antipolvere
Støv beskytter
Stofhoes

Capa anti-pó

78-6969-7216-1 HA5792

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