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SER VICE MANUAL

Copyright September, 2004 . All Rights Reserved

Document #81D-G04-01A . P/N: 36.81D01.001

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This manual is prepared for the maintenance service for H57 Micro-portable XGA DLP Projector.
Maintenance procedures described in this manual are intended to isolate faulty parts and replace them in the
field. It also aims to serve as a guide in procuring replacement parts for this product.

This manual is copyrighted and all rights are reserved. This product may not, in whole or in part, be
copied, photocopied, translated or reduced to any electronic or machine readable form without prior written
consent except for copies retained by the purchaser for backup purpose.

This manual includes system overview, major system assembly, components’ description, and the
“Troubleshooting” making expla nations on how to detect errors. It also includes a flow chart f or checking or
correcting faults.

No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with respect to this
documentation, its quality, performance, merchantability or fitness for particular purpose.

No event that the vendor will be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential dam­ages arising out of the user or inability to use this product or documentation.

Notice:

The information found in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. Any subsequent
changes made to the data herein will be incorporated in further edition.

H57 Service Ma nual
Copyright July, 2004
All Rights Reserved
Ma nual V ersion 1.0
Document #81D-G04-01A

Preface

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1

Product Highlight 1-1
Optical Specification 1-2
Electrical Specification 1-3
Mechanical Specif ication 1-7
Environment 1-9

Chapter 2 Disassembly of Procedure 2-1

Disa ssemble Lamp Module and Elevator Foot 2-1
Disa sse mble Top Cover , Front Cover, Keypad Board and
IR Sensor Module 2-3
Disasse mble Main Board Module, Thermal Switch 2-7
Disa ssemble Fa n Guider Module, Wind T unnel Module, La mp Driver
Module, L VPS a nd Interrupt Switch Module 2-9
Disa ssemble Color Wheel Module, Axial Fan 90x25 Module,
La mp Fa n 60*60*25 a nd Optical Engine Module 2-14
Disa sse mble Blower Fa n 50*20, Thermal Sen sor Board,
Interrupt Switch Module, Bottom Cover and Rear Cover 2-21

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 3-1

Equipment Needed 3-1
Main Procedure 3-2

Chapter 4 Function Test and Alignment Procedure 4-1

Test Equipment 4-1
Test Condition 4-1
T est Display Modes and Pattern 4-2
Inspection Procedure 4-7

Chapter 5 Firmware Upgrade Procedure 5-1

Equipment Needed 5-1
Hardware Setup Procedure 5-1
Firmware Progra m Installation Procedure 5-2

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Chapter 6 DDC Key-in Procedure 6-1

Equipment Needed 6-1
Setup Procedure 6-2
DDC Key in Procedure 6-3

Appendix A 7-1

Exploded Overview 7-1

Appendix B 7-37

Serial Number System Definition 7-37
Reader’s Response 7-38

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Chapter 1

Introduction

This ma nual is applied to 0.7”*1 DMD Color Projector with digital imaging functionality ba sed on Digital
Micromirror Device (DMD) technology . It’s the mode of single pa nel, 250 watt long life lamp.
The ma nual gives you a brief description of ba sic technical information to help in service a nd main taining
the product.
Y our customers will appreci ate the quick response time when you i mmediately identify problems that occur
with our products. W e expect your customers will a ppreciate the service that you off er them.
This ma nual is for technicians and people who have an electronic background. Send the product ba ck to the
distributor for repairing a nd do not attempt to do a nything that is complex or is not mentioned in the
troubleshooting.

1-1 Product Highlights

- One 0.7" 576p D DR DMD projection system with 850 T ypical ANSI lumen

- Contrast (FOFO) : 2500 : 1 (Typical)

- 250 - W att Philli p Lamp, 1500hrs (user repla ceable)

- High efficiency cooling system with system acoustic noise level 33dBA ( A verage )

- NTSC/P AL/SECAM video ca pability with S-video / composite / component, a nd
HDTV(480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i)

- Light W eight : 8lbs.

- Auto detection of computer signal input.

- Auto Image.(Auto-tracking /frequency /position a djustment)

- Automatically saves adjustments f or future use

- On Screen lamp life ti mer

- On-screen menu with 9 la nguages

- One DVI PC-data input ( Including Analog a nd Digital R GB signal )

- Wireless re mote controller

- Support HDCP function

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1-2 Optical Specification

Technology Single 0.7” 576p DD R DMD chi p

Resolution 1024 x 576

Brightness 1100 lumens

T ypical output: 850 lumens

Contrast ratio 2500:1(T ypical)

Uniformity 85%

Displayable colors 16.7 million colors 256 shades of gray

Color temperature 7500

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K adjustable form 6500oK - 9500oK

Lamp type 250 watt Normal and ECO-mode to 200 watts

Lamp life

2000 hours full on mode
1500 hours to 50% survival typical full on mode
3000 hours in ECO-mode
2500 hours to 50% survival typical in ECO-mode

Projection lens F/2.6-2.85; f22.3-26.8 : 1.2x

Projection distance 1.5-10m

Throw ratio 1.57~1.87 : 1dista nce/width

Keystone correction ± 16° V ertical a nd Horizontal

Horizontal sca n rate 15 – 100 kHz

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V ertical scan rate 43 – 120 Hz

Aspect ratio 4:3 with support for 5:4 a nd 1.78:1 (a na morphic D VD & HDTV)

1-3Electrical specification

Computer compatibility (a nalog a nd digital): All resolutions supported to UXGA - Use AD9888 + Silicon
Image 169.

Input connections

- Terminal:-

D VI x 1 (DVI, Analog R GB, Component, HDTV)
Composite V ideo X 1.
S-Video X 1
Three RCA connectors for Component video/HDTV input
IR x 2 (Front, T op panel)
RS232 Serial Control x 1 (3 pin mini din)
Power Cord x 1

Lock One Kensington key lock hole

Tilt angle 7 degrees with elevator mecha nism

Power Indicator

Red: Sta ndby
Red on & off : Cool down in progress
Green: Projection (not abnormal)
Green on & off: W arm-up in progress

Warning Indicator

T emp - Red: High internal temperature

IR receivers Front a nd Top of projector.

Power Switch No toggle power switch required or wanted.

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Power supply

Universal AC 100-240V 50/60 Hz with PFC input.
Used Phillip 250W La mp.

Power consumption Sta ndby mode - < 10 Watts 110V AC

Operational noise 33 dB(A) 250W in normal mode.

30 dB(A) 200 W in ECO-mode.

Input signal spec

Hsync Frequency 15 ~ 100 kHz
Vsync Frequency 43 ~ 120 Hz
Video Signal R GB (PC)

Analog RGB 0.7V p-p, 75 ohm, Separate TTL H,V Sync.
Analog RGB 1V p-p, 75 ohm, Sync. On Green signal
Analog RGB 0.7V p-p, 75 ohm, Composite TTL Sync.

Video

Composite video 1V p-p,75 ohm
S-video Lumina nce 0.714V p-p,75 ohm
Chromina nce 0.286Vp-p,75 ohm

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Computer Compatibility (Analog)

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System Controller PIXEL WORKS PW463

Video Compati bility Standards

NTSC - M (3.58 MHz), 4.43 MHz
PAL - B, D, G, H, I, M, N
SECAM - B, D, G, K, K1, L
HDTV - 480i/576i ; 480p/576p ; 720p ; 1080i

Intelligent Zoom By using “PIXEL WORKS” chips to provide excellent quality zooming.

Control Key Pad 1. Power 2. Menu 3. Enter 4. Up 5. Down 6. Right 7. Left

Computer Compatibility ( Digital )

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Weight

Approximate 8lbs

Unit dimension (W X D X H)

Inner dimension 335*250*100 (mm)

Projector control keypad

Power/sta ndby , Directional keys, enter , source, menu

Cooling System

Adva nced air flow
Three fa ns with low system acoustic noise level
T emperature control circuits with ad aptive voltage control fa n speed

Front Side

Projection Zoom Lens
One IR receiver window

Rear Side

One S-Video Input
One Composite V ideo Input
3 RCA RGBs input
AC inlet; type IEC-C14
One IR receiver window
Kensington key lock hole
One DVI-I for digital RBG & Analog RGB

Left Side None.

Right Side Outlet vents

1-4Mechanical Specification

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T op Side

Keypa d
LED indicators
One IR Receiver

Bottom

One elevator foot, one fix foot a nd one a djusta ble foot
One lamp cover
Inlet vent
Spec. a nd warning labels

Lamp housing

Lamp could be cha nged by customer , but should follow the user ma nual instruction.
Replacea ble Lamp should be provided by Coretronic or its authorized agencies

Tilt Angle 7 degrees with elevator mecha nism

Keystone correction

± 16° Vertical a nd Horizontal

Color White

Materials

ID housing would be pla stic part.
AZ91D Mg Alloy for some Optic Engine parts.

Lamp Door Protection

Lamp power supply shut of f automatically when door open.

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1-5 Environment

Temperature

Operating 5 — 35°C
Storage -20 — 60°C

Maximum Humidity

Operating 5 — 35°C, 80% non-condensing
Storage -20 — 60°C, 80% non-condensing

Acoustic noise level

33dB(A) ( T ypical, 23 ± 2¢J) with wind tunnel design
33 dB(A) 250W Normal mode.
30 dB(A) 200 W in ECO-mode.
Follow ISO-7779 regulation sound pressure level A weighting mea surement

Lamp life

-1500 hours typical, 50% survival rate

Altitude

Operating 0~2,500 ft 5°C~35°C

2,500~5,000 ft 5°C~30°C
5,000~10,000 ft 5°C~25°C

Storage 40,000 ft (Max)

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Chapter 2

Disasse mbly Procedure

The Front Side The Rear Side

2-1 Disassemble Lamp Module and Elevator Foot

Step1: Turn unit to bottom side. Re move Lamp Cover a nd unscrew three screws to pull out La mp Module.

Lamp Cover

Lamp Module

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Step2: Unscrew two screws to detach the Elevator Foot from Bottom Cover.

Elevator Foot

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2-2 Disassemble Top Cover, Front Cover, Keypad

Board and IR Sensor Module

Step1: Unscrew eight screws a nd then turn the unit to the top side to lift T op Cover .

Step2: Unplug three wires to separate T op Cover from the main unit.

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Step3: Separate Front Cover from T op Cover by pressing two tenons.

T op Cover

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Step4: Unscrew two screws to take off IR Sensor.

Front Cover

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Step6: T ake off T op IR Sensor Module from Rear Cover a nd separate IR Sensor from Anti-light Mylar .

Step5: Unscrew three screws and unplug the wire to remove the Keypad Board, Keypad Button

and FPC.

Keypad Board

FPC

IR sensor

Keypad Button

Anti-light Mylar

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2-3 Disassemble Main Board Module and Thermal

Switch

Main Board Module

Step1: Unplug nine connectors and unscrew four screws.
Step2: Unscrew four hex screws from Rear Cover to remove Main Board.

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Step3: Unscrew one screw to remove Thermal Switch.

Thermal Switch

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2-4 Disassemble Fan Guider Module, Wind Tunnel Module,

Lamp Driver Module, LVPS and Interrupt Switch Module

Step1: Unscrew three screws to separate Fa n Guider Module a nd W ind Tunnel Module from Bottom Housing.
Step2: Unscrew two screws from W ind Tunnel Module to re move Fa n Guider Module.

Wind Tunnel Module

Fan Guider Module

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Step3: Unscrew six screws, unplug one wire and one connector to remove Lamp Driver Module.

Lamp Driver Module

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Step4: Unsrew three screws a nd unplug one wire to remove LVPS.

LVPS

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Step5: Unscrew two screws to remove EMI Ground Plate and separate the cables.

EMI Ground Plate

LVPS

Cables

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Step6: Unscrew two screws to remove Interrupt Switch Module.

Interrupt Switch Module

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2-5 Disassemble Color Wheel Module, Axial Fan 90x25

Module, Lamp Fan 60x60x25 and Optical Engine
Module

Step1: Unscrew two screws to remove Color Wheel Module.

Color Wheel

Photo Sensor

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Step2: Unscrew two screws to remove Axi al Fa n 90x25 Module.

Steamtight Rubber

Axial Fan 90x25

Holder Bracket and Rubber Bottom

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Step3: Unscrew two screws to remove 60x60x25 Lamp Fan.
Step4: Pull two side outward to disassemble 60x60x25 Lamp Fan.

60x60x25 Lamp Fan Module

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Step5: Unscrew four screws to remove Engine Module from Bottom Cover.

Optical Engine Module

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Step6: T ear off EMI tape to separate W ind Guider Cover Mylar from Engine Module.

Step7: Unscrew four screws to remove DMD Heatsink.

DMD Heatsink

Wind Guider Cover Mylar

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DMD Board

Insulation Mylar

Bracket Plate

Step8: Unscrew four screws to remove Bracket Plate, Insulation Mylar, DMD Board.

Step9: Separate DMD Chip from Engine Module.

DMD Socket

DMD Seal rubber

DMD Chip

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Step10: Unscrew three screws to remove Focus Ring & Replace Ring.

Optical Engine Module

Focus Ring & Replace Ring

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2-6 Disassemble Blower Fan 50x20, Thermal

Sensor Board, Interrupt Switch Module, Bottom
Cover and Rear Cover

Step1: Unscrew one screw to remove Thermal Senor Board.

Step2: Unscrew three screws to remove Blower Fan 50x20 Module.

Thermal Senor Board

Blower Fan 50x20 Module

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Step3: Unscrew one screw and separate Rear Cover from Bottom Cover by pressing four tenons.

Bottom Cover

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Step4: Unscrew three screws and press the tenon to remove Elevator Module.

Elevator Module

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3-1 Equipment Needed

Chapter 3

Troubleshooting

- H57 Projector

- VESA VGA Cable/VESA DVI Cable

- PC (Personal Computer) with analog and digital signal output.

- D VD Player for V ideo Signal a nd Audio Signal.

- H57 Remote Controller

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3-2 Main Procedure

3-2.1 LED Lighting Message

Warning Indicator

A. When the “TEMP” indicator turns red, it indicates the projector has overheated. The

projector will automatically shut itself down.

B. When the “LAMP” indicator flashe s red (0.5 second intervals), it indicates a problem

with the lamp .

C. When the “LAMP” indicator flashes red (1 second intervals), it indicate s the fan failed.

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3-2.2 Power Trouble shooting

A. Is LED Indicator OK?

- Check the power cord a nd AC power outlet.

- Check if the keypad cable has been broken or not.

- Check if all the wires are connected well inside.

- Check the Ballast.

- Check Main Board.

- Check Keypad Board.

B. Is Fa n Working After Press Power/Sta ndby Button?

- Check if the Keypad cable has been broken or not.

- Check if all the wires are connected well inside.

- Check the Thermal board.

- Check Main board.

- Check Fan.

C. Is Lamp Lit?

- Check the Lamp cover assembly OK or not.

- Check if there is the sound of Lamp ignitor output from the unit or not.

- Check the Cable of Interrupt Switch.

- Check the DMD board.

- Check the Lamp module.

- Check the Ballast.

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3-2.3 Performance Troubleshooting (Computer Signal)

A. Have Image?

- Ensure if the signal cable and source work as well.

- Check if OSD Menu shows on the screen.

- Check Main Board.

- Check DMD Board.

B. Have Garbage Pattern?

- Ensure the Signal cable and Source work as well.

- Check the Main board.

- Check the DMD board.

C. Uniformity OK?

- Ensure the Projection screen without dirty.

- Ensure the Projection lens is clean.

- Ensure the Uniformity is within spec.

- Check the Optical engine.

D. Is Color OK?

- Ensure if signal cable works as well.

- Check the “Color wheel index” in the engineering mode of OSD Menu. (*Note)

- Check Photo Sensor.

- Check Main Board.

- Check DMD Board.

E. Dot Defect isn’t Compliant with the Spec.

- Ensure the projection lens is clean.

- Use the air gun to clean the optical engine.

- Check DMD chip.

F. Have Noise?

- Ensure if the signal cable and source work as well.

- Adjust the tracking selection on OSD Menu.

- Press the Menu button to check that have the noise issue appear on OSD Menu.
(Check DMD Board if the noise also appears on OSD Menu.)

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G Have Line Bar?

- Adjust the frequency selection in OSD Menu.

- Press the Menu button to check that have Line bar show on the OSD
Menu. (Check the DMD chip and DMD board. If the Line bar also
show on the OSD Menu)

- Ensure that there is no dust on the DMD Contact housing module.

- Re-assembly for DMD module.

- Check the Main board.

*Note : The procedure to enter engineering mode is as follows

Press ”Power”, ”Up”, ”Down”, ”Right” button when the Unit under search
status.

3-2.4 Performance Troubleshooting (Video Signal)

A. Have Image?

- Ensure the signal cable and source work as well.

- Check if OSD menu shows on the screen.

(Check Main Board if OSD menu ca nnot show on the screen)

- Check DMD Board.

B. Have Garbage Pattern?

- Ensure the signal cable a nd source work a s well.

- Check that ca n OSD menu show on the screen.
(Check Main Board if OSD cannot show on the screen)

- Check DMD Board.

C. Is Color OK?

- Do the “Factory Reset” of the engineering mode.

- Ensure the signal cable work a s well.

- Check the color temperature setting of OSD menu.

(Check the main board if the setting of color temperature is under default)

- Check the color setting of OSD menu. Ex: “Saturation”, ”T int” a nd “Sharpness”
setting of OSD menu.

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D. Is Image Flickering?

- Ensure the signal cable works a s well.
(Please check the length of ca ble; the signal will be reduce when the
signal cable is longer tha n 5m)

- Do the “Factory Reset” of the engineering mode.
(Check the Main board if the i mage still flicker after the factory reset.)

E. Is There Line Bar Shown on The Screen?

- Check if the line bar appears on OSD menu.
(Check DMD Board if the bar line isdisplayed on OSD menu.)
(Check the Main Board if the bar line isdisplayed on OSD menu.)

F. Is Image Noise?

- Ensure the signal cable works a s well.
(Check the cable length of ca ble; the signal will be reduce when the
signal cable is longer tha n 5m)

- Do the “Fa ctory Reset” of the engineering mode.
(Check the Main board if the i mage still display with noise.)

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3-2.5 Function Trouble shooting

A. OSD Does Not Show up

- Check the keypad cable and ensure there isn’t something wrong with the cable.

- Use the remote control for the OSD function test.
(Check the Keypad board and Keypad cable if the Remote control works as
well)

- Check the Main board.

B. Function Ca nnot Be Adjusted.

- Check the keypad cable and ensure there isn’t something wrong with the cable.

- Use the remote control for the OSD function test.
(Check the Keypad board and Keypad cable if the Remote control works as
well)

- Check the Main board.

3-2.6 Remote Controller T rouble shooting

A. No Function with Remote Controller.

- Replace the battery if there is no function.

- Use a well-functioning Remote controller for the function test.
(Replace the Remote controller if the new Remote controller works fine
with the Unit.)

- Check Main Board if the Unit works fine with a known good
Remote controller.

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4-1 Test Equipment

4-2 Test Condition

Chapter 4

Function Te st and Alignment
Procedure

- IBM PC with XGA re solution (Color V ideo Signal & Pattern Generator)

- DVD player with component video (Y, Pb, Pr) and Multi-system (NTSC/P AL/SECAM)

- HDTV T uner or Source (480i/p,576i/p,720p,1080i)

- Minolta CL-100

- Quantum Data 802B or Chroma 2327.

- Circumstance Brightness

1.) Dark room less than 10 lux for functional inspection.

2.) Circumstance brightness over than 500 lux for external inspection.

- Inspection Distance

1.) About 1.5~3m for functional inspection (The prosection distance has to base on the
screen size till 60 inches)

2.) 30cm for external inspection.

- Screen Size : 60 inches diagonal (wide)

- Each H57 should be run-in for 2 hours after repair.

- Before function test and alignment, each H57 should be warmed up for 5 minutes.

1.) In room temperature

2.) With cycled display colors (R,G,B,White) *Note

- Test Display Mode & Pattern (Refer to 4-4.1 & 4-4.2)

- Function T est and Alignment Procedure
*Note : (a)Please enter “Engineering Mode” to select burn-in function. (For cycled display color mode)

(b)The procedure for enter Engineering Mode.
Press “Power”,”Up”,”Down”,”Right” button when unit is showing “search the signal”
image.

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4-3 Test Display Modes & Pattern

4-3.1 Compatible Modes

- Analog

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4-3.2 Function Test Display Pattern

- Digital

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Figure 2.Gray Scale Pattern

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- Video & Audio Signal

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4-4 Inspection Procedure

- Elevator Function

1. Please check and ensure the function of elevator is work as well.

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Keypad Function (Including Remote Control)

1. Please check and ensure the control function of keypad is work as well.

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Clock and Clock phase
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Fine Line Moire Pattern

1. Check and see if image sharpness and focus in well performed.

2. If not, readjust by following steps.

(a) Enter Image-I, and then select “Frequency” function to adjust the total pixel number

of pixel clock in one line period.

(b) Then select “phase” function and use right or left button to adjust the value to minimize

video flicker.

- R, G, B and white color contrast
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:64 RGBW scale pattern

1. Please check and ensure if each color is normal and distinguishable.

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Screen Uniformity
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Full white pattern

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (60% Minimum)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Dead pixel (Bright pixel)
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Full black pattern

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (Cannot accept any bright pixel)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

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- Dead pixel (Dark pixel)
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Full white pattern

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (Pixel number should be smaller

or amount to 6 pixels)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Blemish (Bright)
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Full black and Gray 30 patterns

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (The bright blemish should not be

able to see under Gray 30 pattern)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Blemish (Dark)
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Full white a nd Blue 60 patterns

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (The dark blemish should not be

able to see under Blue 60 pattern)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Focus
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Text pattern

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (The text in the corner should be

able to see with clear)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Boundary
T est Signal:1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
T est Pattern:Boundary frame pattern

1. Please check and ensure the unit is under the spec. (The horizontal and vertical

position of image should be adjustable to be the screen frame.)

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Video
T est Signal:Composite video,S-Video a nd Component video
T est Pattern:NTSC,P AL,SECAM

1. Please check and ensure the unit can display the video signal without color abnormal

or image abnormal issue.

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

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- HDTV
Test Signal:HDTV signal
T est Pattern:480i/p,576i/p,720p,1080i

1. Please check and ensure the unit can display the HDTV signal without color abnormal

or image abnormal issue.

2. If not, please return the unit to repair area.

- Reset All
After final QC step, we have to erase all saved change again and restore the factory
defaults. Please select and enter “Factory Reset” function of “Engineering Mode” to
ensure the function is work as well. This a ction will allow you erase all end-user’s settings

and restore the original factory setting.

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Chapter 5

Firmware Upgrade Procedure

5-1 Equipment Needed

Software :

- Config.hex

- Flasher.hex

- FlashUpgra der.exe

- Gui.exe

- Pixelware.inf

- Romcode.hex

Hardware :

- Power Cord

- Cable RS232 T o M ini Din 3Pin

- PC or Laptop

- H57 Projector

5-2 Hardware Setup Procedure

1. Connecting RS232 Cable between PC and H57 Projector.

Mini Din 3pin Port

RS232 Cable

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Step1. Execute the “FlashUpgra der.exe” program.

Step2. 1. Click ”Choose” to get the file directory

2. Select <pwSDK.inf> file a nd open it.

3. Select the Serial port in Connection field, COM1: in COM Port field a nd
115200 in Baud Rate field.

5-3 Firmware Progarm Installation Procedure

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C:\Firmware\Optoma\H57

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Step3. Click “Flash” to start the firmware upgrade procedure and keep press the

projector’s power button immedi ately until download “gui.hex” to 10%.

Flash

C:\Firmware\Optoma\H57

C:\Firmware\Optoma\H57\

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Step4. After downloading all files, enter the engineering mode to check the F/W version.

(Refer to 4-1)

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Chapter 6

DDC Key-in Procedure

6-1 Equipment Needed

- PC or Laptop (OS:W indows98 or W indows Me)

- EDID Fixture

- DFP to DVI Cable

- Power Adapter

- RS-232 Cable

- V GA Ca ble

- Power Cord

- DDC Driver

- H57

EDID Fixture
P/N:80.00001.001

DFP to DVI Cable
P/N: 42.81702.001

RS-232 Cable
P/N: 42.55708.001

VGA Cable
P/N:42.53001.051

Power Adapter
P/N: 47.53402.004

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6-2 Setup Procedure

Step1. Connect Power Adapter with fixture.
Step2. Make sure the JP1and JP5 are close and JP2 is open.
Step3. Connect P2 of the fixture with VGA Port of H57 by the VGA Cable.
Step4. Connect P3 of the fixture with DVI Port of H57 by the DFP to DVI cable.
Step5. Turn on the power of the fixture.

P3

P2

JP5

JP1

JP2

COM1

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6-3 DDC Key-in Procedure

Step1. Execute “H57_EDID_B” program.

Step2. Mark sure the COM port is connected ok.

Choose the “Analog” to do Analog DDC procedure.

6-3.1 Analog

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081D

H57

OPTOMA_H57

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Step3. Key-in S/N in to the blank be side Barcode, a nd then press “Enter” key on the

keyboard to begin programming.

Step4. After finishing the above action, “P ASS” message will a ppear on the screen.

H57

1D342TOABCD1234

081D

H57

H57

081D

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6-3.2 Digital

Step1. Mark sure the COM port is connected ok.

Choose the “Digital” to do Digital DDC procedure.

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Step2. Key-in S/N in to the blank be side Barcode, a nd then press “Enter” key on the

keyboard to begin programming.

1D342TOABCD1234

H57

081D

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Step3. After finishing the above action, “P ASS” message will a ppear on the screen.

081D

H57

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Appendix A

Exploded Overview

I. H57

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Exploded Parts List of H57

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II. H57 Bottom Housing Module

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Exploded Parts List of H57 Bottom Housing Module

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III. H57 Enigne Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Engine Module

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IV. H57 Lamp Changer Module

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Exploded Parts List of H57 Lamp Changer Module

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V. H57 Lamp Driver Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Lamp Driver Module

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VI. H57 Optical Lens Module

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Exploded Parts List of H57 Optical Lens Module

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VII. H57 Front Cover Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Front Cover Module

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VIII. H57 Back Cover Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Back Cover Module

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IX. H57 Engine Base Module

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Exploded Parts List of H57 Engine Base Module

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X. H57 Rod Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Rod Module

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XI. H57 Color Wheel Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Color Wheel Module

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XII. H57 Elevator Foot Right Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Elevator Foot Right Module

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XIII. H57 Elevator Foot Left Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Foot Left Module

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XIV. H57 Main Board Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Main Board Module

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XV. H57 Bottom Cover Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Bottom Cover Module

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XVI. H57 Top Cover Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Top Cover Module

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XVII. H57 Lamp Duct Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Lamp Duct Module

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XVIII. H57 Lamp Tip Shield Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Lamp Tip Shield Module

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XIX. H57 Blower Fan 59X25 Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Blower Fan 59X25 Module

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XX. H57 Wind Tunnel & Fan Guider Cover Module

Exploded Parts List of H57 Wind Tunnel & Fan Guider Cover Module

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Appendix B

Serial Number System Definition

Serial Number Format for Projector

A BBB Y WW C D BEMO EEEE

: O = Optoma
: Product code (ex: 81D = H57, 896=EP759)
: Y = Last number of the year (ex: 2004 - 4)
: Week of year
: Panel vendor code
: Electrical classification (1=110V , 2=220V, 0=universal)
: B = BIOS version, E = PCB board version,

M = Mechanical version, O = Optical version

: Serial code (from 0001~)

EX1 : O81D429T0AAAA1001

This label “O81D429T0AAAA1001” represents the whole serial number for H57,
including V er. 1st of BIOS and Ver . 1 of PCB Board. Both me chanical and optical ver­sion are 1st. In addition, panel vendor is T1. It’s produced on 29-week of 2004 for uni­versal area and its serial code is 1001.

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