Dukane 7100HC User Manual

Model 28A7100HC

User's Guide

401-599-00

EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 2000 November, 2002

Australian Certification C-tick mark

Trademarks

Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. InFocus and LP are trademarks or registered trademarks of InFocus Corporation.

FCC Warning

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

--Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

--Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

--Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Safety Certifications

UL, c-UL, TÜV, NO M, IR AM , GO ST

Table of Contents

Introduction 4 Positioning the projector 5 Connecting a computer source 6

Required computer connections 6 Optional computer connections 6

Displaying a computer source image 7

Adjusting the image 8 Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time 9

Connecting a video device 11

Video connections 12

Video device connections 13

Composite video connection 13 S-video connection 13 Component video connection 14 VGA connection 14

Displaying video 15

Adjusting the image 15 Shutting down the projector 17 Troubleshooting your setup 17 Using the remote control 25 Using the audio 26 Using the keypad buttons 26 Optimizing computer images 27 Presentation features 27 Optimizing video images 28 Customizing the projector 28 Using the menus 29

Picture menu 30

Settings menu 33 Maintenance 36

Cleaning the Lens 36

Replacing the Projection Lamp 36

Cleaning the Lamp Housing Screens 38 Using the security lock 38 Appendix 39

Specifications 39

If you are experienced in setting up projection systems, use the Quick Setup card that was included. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide.

The website also has technical specifications (an interactive image size calculator, laptop activation commands, connector pin outs, a glossary, the product data sheet), a web store to buy accessories, and a page for online registration.

Important Operating Considerations

Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft coverings that may block the front or back vents. Do not use a non-approved ceiling mount. In the unlikely event of the bulb rupturing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and discard any edible items that may have been placed in that area.

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Do not place objects in this area in front of the projector

Projected image size 40

Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors 41

Introduction

Your new digital projector is easy to connect, use, and maintain. It is an exceptional projector for both business presentations and home entertain-

ment. D video devices, including:

• Most standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV

• IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024x768 resolu-

• Apple

The projector has native SVGA 800x600 resolution and comes with the following standard accessories.

ukane 28A7100HC is compatible with a wide variety of computers and

sources (1080i, 1035i, and 720P HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games, and laser disc players.

tion.

Macintosh® and PowerBook® computers up to 1024x768 reso-

lution.

remote control receiver (IR)

speaker

focus (thin ring)

keypad

power cord connector

power switch

adjustable foot release

zoom (thick ring)

lamp housing door

projector

lens cap

power cord*

*country-dependent

audio

cable

computer cable

video

cable

audio adapter

remote control

connector panel

security lock

projector case

adjustable

monitor

foot

computer

S-video

USB

audiovideo

Positioning the projector

To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guidelines:

• Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The

projector must be at least 4.9 feet (1.49m) from the projection screen.

• Position the projector within 10 feet (3m) of your power source and

within 6 feet (1.8m) of your video device (unless you purchase extension cables). To ensure adequate cable access, do not place the projector within 6 inches (.15m) of a wall or other object.

• If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the installation

guide that comes with the Ceiling Mount Kit for more information. To turn the image upside down, see “Ceiling” on page 33.

4.8 ft.

19 ft.

7.5 ft.

• Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. The distance

from the lens of the projector to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format determine the size of the projected image. The top illustration to the right shows three projected image sizes. For more information about image sizes at different distances, see “Projected image size” on page 40.

• The image exits the projector at a given angle. The image offset is

112.2% when the projector is in 4:3 mode (default mode). This means that if you have an image 10’ high, the bottom of the image will be 1.22’ above the center of the lens.

• This image offset is 124.7% when the projector is in 16:9 mode. This

means that if you have an image 10’ high, the bottom of the image will be 2.47’ above the center of the lens.

• See “Connecting a video device” on page 11 for additional information

on 16:9 and 4:3 modes.

bottom of image

1.22 ft above lens

10 ft high image

Projection angle in 4:3 mode (default)

lens center

Connecting a computer source

Required computer connections

Connect one end of the computer cable (see page 11 for connecting video devices) to the dark blue Computer In connector on the projector. Connect the other end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you will need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port first.

Connect the black power cord to the Power connector on the side of the projector and to your electrical outlet.

NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.

Optional computer connections

To have sound with your presentation, connect the audio cable to your computer and to the Audio In connector on the projector.

If you are using a desktop computer and want to see the image on your computer screen as well as on the projection screen, connect the computer’s monitor cable to the Monitor Out connector on the projector.

connect computer cable

connect power cable

connect audio cable

connect monitor cable

To control your computer’s mouse using the projector’s remote control, connect the projector to the computer via a USB cable (not included). USB drivers must be installed to use the USB feature. For more information, see page 10.

connect USB cable

Displaying a computer source image

Remove the lens cap.

remove lens cap

Toggle t he Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position.

The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.

? No start up screen? Get help on page 17.

Turn on your computer.

The computer’s image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Computer button on the projector’s keypad.

If your computer has Windows 98 as its operating system, see “Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time” on page 9 regarding the driver setup process.

Make sure your laptop’s external video port is active.

Many laptops do not automatically turn on their external video port when a projector is connected. Usually a key combination like FN + F5 is used to turn the external display on and off. Refer to your laptop’s documentation to learn your laptop’s key combination.

? No laptop image? Try pressing the Auto Image button on the key- pad. Get help on page 18.

toggle Power switch

turn on computer

activate laptop’s external port

Adjusting the image

Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release button to extend the foot.

Rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector, if necessary.

Avoid placing your hands in near the hot exhaust vent in front of the projector.

Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.

See page 40 for a table listing screen sizes and distances.

adjust height

elevator foot

adjust distance

rotate leveling foot

release button

Adjust the zoom or focus.

If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the keypad.

Press the top Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the bottom Keystone button to reduce the lower part.

Adjust the Contrast or Brightness in the Picture menu.

See page 30 for help with these menu adjustments.

adjust zoom or focus

adjust keystone

adjust Picture menu

focus (thin ring)

zoom

(thick ring)

Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time

The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wizard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system).

If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows ME, skip these steps and go to “Adjusting the image” on page 8.

a Click Next to begin searching for the driver.

b Make sure “Search for the best driver” is selected, then click Next.

c Uncheck any checked boxes, then click Next. Windows automatically

locates the driver. If this driver has been removed, reload the driver using your Windows operating system CD.

d When Windows finds the driver, you are ready to install it. Click Next.

Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable

For Windows 98:

• If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard

appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality.

• The Wizard launches three times.

The first time it detects a USB Composite Device.

The second time a USB Human Interface Device (for the keyboard).

The third time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the mouse).

For Windows 2000, Windows ME, and Windows XP:

• The USB drivers are automatically installed.

Connecting a video device

You can connect VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video games, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. There is also an audio input. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the onboard speaker, or you can connect it to your stereo’s receiver to get sound from your own speakers.

Before connecting your projector, you should decide which aspect ratio you want to use. Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. TV screens are usually 4:3, which is the default for this projector. HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9. If you’re projecting onto a screen, the size/shape of the screen may answer this question for you. If you are projecting onto a blank wall, you don’t have the screen size restriction. What you plan to project will also help you choose between 4:3 and 16:9. Most regular TV shows are 4:3, while most movies are 16:9.

If you select 4:3 and play TV, the image will fill the screen. If you select 16:9 and play HDTV, the image will fill the screen. However, if you select 4:3 and play a 16:9 DVD, the image may be compressed horizontally or have black bars along the top and bottom. If you select 16:9 and play regular TV, the image may be stretched horizontally or have black bars along the sides. You can make this selection later using the onscreen menus (page 30), but for now you just need to know which format you’ll use most often.

You can connect the projector to most video devices that can output video. You cannot directly connect the coaxial cable that enters your house from a cable or satellite company, the signal must pass through a tuner first. Examples of tuners are digital cable boxes, VCRs, digital video recorders, and satellite TV boxes. Basically, any device that can change channels is considered a tuner.

black bars

16:9 image in a 4:3 space

black bars

4:3 image in a

16:9 space

black bars

Video connections

The next step is to figure out what type of connectors/output the equipment you want to connect has. If there is more than one output, select the one with the highest quality. Component video has the best quality, followed by S-video, then composite video.

If you are connecting the projector to HDTV, the projector’s computer connector should be used.

Keep in mind that HDTV and progressive sources can only be handled through the projector’s VGA connector. The optional Component to S-video adapter does not function with progressive sources. With progressive sources, the Component video connector requires the optional Component to VESA adapter.

Here is a list of possible input signals and the connectors they should be connected to on the projector

Input Signal Connector

Standard Broadcast TV (not HDTV), via cable, digital cable, satellite TV, DVD, VCR, DirectTV

Composite video

S-video

Component Video

Connector Label on Projector

Video In

S-video

S-video (via the optional Component to S-video adapter)

HDTV, Progressive DVD, Progressive Video Game

Video Camera, Video Game

VGA

Component video

Composite video

S-video

Computer In

Component Video (via the optional Component to VESA adapter)

Video In

S-video

Video device connections

Composite video connection

Plug the included video cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connector on your video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Video In connector on the projector. Plug the included audio adapter’s white connector into the left audio out connector on your video device; plug the audio adapter’s red connector into the right audio out connector on the video device. Plug the included audio cable into the black connector on the audio adapter. Plug the other end of the audio cable into the blue Audio In connector on the projector.

Keep in mind that video output from composite connections are not as high quality as S-video or component.

S-video connection

If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, plug an Svideo cable (sold separately) into the S-video connector on your video device and into the S-video connector on the projector. Use the audio cable and the audio adapter as described above.

Keep in mind that S-video delivers higher quality video output than composite, but not as high quality video output as component.

connect video cable and audio cable (via the audio adapter)

connect S-video and audio cable (via audio adapter)

Component video connection

If your video device has component connectors, use a Component to Svideo adapter or the Component to VESA adapter (available from a thirdparty vendor) for HD and progressive sources. Plug the component cable into the video device. Plug the other end of the component cable into the adapter and plug the adapter into the projector’s S-video (for S-video) or Computer in (for VESA) connector. Use the audio adapter as described on the previous page.

Component connection offers the highest quality video output.

VGA connection

If your video device has a 15-pin VGA output, plug one end of the included computer cable to the VGA connector on your video source. This connector may be labeled “To Monitor” on the video source. Plug the other end of the cable into the Computer In connector on the projector.

Use the audio adapter as described on the previous page.

connect component cables via component to S-video adapter and audio cables via audio adapter or via component to VESA adapter and audio adapter

connect VGA cable and audio cable via audio adapter

Component to VESA

Component to S-vi deo

Connect the power cord to the Power connector on the side of the projector and to your electrical outlet.

NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.

connect power cable

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