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DUKANE CORP AV SERVICE DEPT
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St Charles, IL 60174
800-676-2487 / 630-762-4032
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File M: PRODUCTS / Projectors / 8408 / Manual
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................1
Usage Notice ...................................2
Safety Information ...............................2
Video Compatibility ............................ 58
RS232 Commands and Protocol
Function List .....................................59
RS232 Pin Assignments .................... 59
RS232 Protocol Function List ............ 60
Ceiling Mount Installation ..................64
Optoma Global Ofces .....................65
Regulation & Safety Notices .............67
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Usage Notice
Safety Information
The lightning ash with arrow head 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 sufcient
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.
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.
Class B emissions limits
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Important Safety Instruction
1. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of
the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to
install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an
example, do not place the projector on a crowded coffee table, sofa,
bed, etc. Do not put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case
or a cabinet that restricts air ow.
2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk
of re and/or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or
moisture.
3. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or
any other apparatus such as ampliers that emits heat.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
6. Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused.
Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to):
Unit has been dropped.
Power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
Liquid has been spilled on to the projector.
Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture.
Something has fallen in the projector or something is loose inside.
Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call 'XNDQH
before you send the unit for repair.
7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch
dangerous voltage points and short out parts that could result in re or
electric shock.
8. See projector enclosure for safety related markings.
9. The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.
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Usage Notice
Precautions
Please follow all warnings, precautions and
maintenance as recommended in this user’s
guide.
▀■ Warning- Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is
▀■ Warning- To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not
▀■ Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the projector as
▀■ Warning- When replacing the lamp, please allow the unit to
▀■ Warning- This projector will detect the life of the lamp itself.
▀■ Warning- Reset the “Lamp Reset” function from the on-screen
on. The bright light may hurt and damage your eyes.
expose this projector to rain or moisture.
this may cause electric shock.
cool down. Follow instructions as described on pages
55-56.
Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows
warning messages.
display “OPTIONS | Lamp Settings” menu after
replacing the lamp module (refer to page 49).
When the lamp
reaches the end
of its life, the pro-
jector will not turn
back on until the
lamp module has
been replaced.
To replace the
lamp, follow the
procedures listed
under “Replacing
the Lamp” section
on pages 55-56.
▀■ Warning- When switching the projector off, please ensure
the cooling cycle has been completed before
disconnecting power. Allow 90 seconds for the
projector to cool down.
▀■ Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.
▀■ Warning- When the lamp is approaching the end of its lifetime,
the message “Lamp Warning: Lamp life exceeded.”
will show on the screen. Please contact your local
reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon
as possible.
▀■ Warning- Do not look into or point the laser pointer on your
remote control into your or someone’s eyes. Laser
pointer can cause permanent damage to eyesight.
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Usage Notice
Do:
Turn off and unplug the power plug from the AC outlet before
cleaning the product.
Use a soft dry cloth with mild detergent to clean the display
housing.
Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is
not being used for a long period of time.
Do not:
Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for
ventilation.
Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.
Use under the following conditions:
- In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.
Ensure that the ambient room temperature is within
5 - 35°C.
Relative Humidity is 5 - 35°C, 80% (Max.),
non-condensing.
- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic eld.
- In direct sunlight.
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Usage Notice
Eye Safety Warnings
▀■ Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at all
times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible.
▀■ When projector is used in a classroom, adequately supervise
students when they are asked to point out something on the
screen.
▀■ In order to minimize the lamp power, use room blinds to
reduce ambient light levels.
Product Features
Monitor loop
through only support in VGA1-In/
SCART/YPbPr.
▀■ XGA (1024x768) Native resolution /
WXGA (1280x800) Native resolution
▀■ HD compatible – 1080p supported
▀■ VGA monitor loop through
(works on standby mode > 1W)
TM
▀■ BrilliantColor
▀■ Security Bar and Kensington Lock
▀■ RS232 control
▀■ Rapid shutdown
▀■ Built-in speakers
▀■ Network support
Technology
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Introduction
Package Overview
Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure
all parts listed below are in the box. If something
is missing, please contact your nearest customer
service center.
Due to different
applications in
each Country,
some regions
may have
different
accessories.
Projector with lens cap
2 × AAA Batteries
Documentation :
User’s Manual
Warranty Card
Quick Start Card
WEEE Card
(for EMEA only)
Power Cord 1.8m
IR Remote Control
VGA Cable 1.8m
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Introduction
Product Overview
Main Unit
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1. Control Panel
2. Focus Ring
3. Speaker
4. Tilt-Adjustment Feet
5. Lens
6. IR Receiver
Air Flow
7. Input / Output
Connections
8. Power Socket
9. Security Bar
10. Ventilation (inlet)
11. Ventilation (outlet)
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Introduction
LAMP
TEMP
HELP
POWER/STANDBY
MENU
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Control Panel
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1. Source
2. Enter
3. Re-Sync
4. IR Receiver
5. Temp LED
6. Help
7. Four Directional Select Keys
8. Power/Standby button and LED
9. Keystone Correction
10. Menu
11. Lamp LED
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Introduction
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO1-IN
(VGA1/VGA2)
RS-232
MIC
LR
AUDIO 2-IN (S-VIDEO/VIDEO)
VIDEOS-VIDEO
HDMI
VGA-OUT
VGA1-IN / SCART / YPbPr
VGA2-IN / YPbPr
RJ-45
USB
12V OUT
12V OUT
Input/Output Connections
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Monitor loop
through only support in VGA1-In/
SCART/YPbPr.
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1. RJ-45 Networking Connector
2. USB Connector (Connect to PC for Remote Mouse func-
2. Securely connect the power cord and signal cable. When
connected, the POWER/STANDBY LED will turn Amber.
3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “
the projector or on the remote. The POWER/STANDBY LED
will now turn Green.
The startup screen will display in approximately 10 seconds.
The rst time you use the projector, you will be asked to
select the preferred language and power saving mode.
4. Turn on and connect the source that you want to display
on the screen (computer, notebook, video player, etc). The
projector will detect the source automatically. If not, push
menu button and go to “OPTIONS”.
Make sure that the “Source Lock” has been set to “Off”.
If you connect multiple sources at the same time, press the
“SOURCE” button on the control panel or direct source keys
on the remote control to switch between inputs.
” button either on the top of
Turn on the
projector rst and
then select the
signal sources.
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POWER/STANDBY
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Lens Cap
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Installation
Powering Off the Projector
1. Press the “ ” button on the remote control or
on the control panel to turn off the projector.
The following message will be displayed on the screen.
Press the “ ” button again to conrm otherwise the
message will disappear after 15 seconds. When you
press the “ ” button for the second time, the projector will
display countdown timer and will shut down.
2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 10 seconds
for cooling cycle and the POWER/STANDBY LED will
Flash Green. When the POWER/STANDBY LED lights
solid Amber, the projector has entered standby mode.
If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait
until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and
has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply
press “ ” button to restart the projector.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and
the projector.
4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power
off procedure.
Contact the
nearest service
center if the
projector displays
these symptoms.
See pages
65-66 for more
information.
Warning Indicator
When the warning indicators (see below) come on,
the projector will automatically shutdown:
“LAMP” LED indicator is lit red and if “POWER/STANDBY”
indicator ashes amber.
“TEMP” LED indicator is lit red and if “POWER/STANDBY”
indicator ashes amber. This indicates the projector has
overheated. Under normal conditions, the projector can be
switched back on.
“TEMP” LED indicator ashes red and if “POWER/STAND-
BY” indicator ashes amber.
Unplug the power cord from the projector, wait for 30 seconds
and try again. If the warning indicator light up again, please
contact your nearest service center for assistance.
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Installation
Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Projector’s Height
The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting
the image height.
1. Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the
underside of the projector.
2. Rotate the adjustable ring clockwise to raise the projector
or counter clockwise to lower it. Repeat with the remaining
feet as needed.
Tilt-Adjustment Feet
Tilt-Adjustment Ring
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Installation
Width
Height
Diagonal
Top View
Side View
Projection Distance (D)
Projection Distance (D)
Screen
Screen
Screen (W)
Screen (H)
Offset (Hd)
Adjusting the Projector’s Focus
To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.
XGA series: The projector will focus at distances from 1.64
to 12.46 feet (0.5 to 3.8 meters).
WXGA series: The projector will focus at distances from 1.64
to 11.15 feet (0.5 to 3.4 meters).
Adjusting Projection Image Size
XGA series: Projection Image Size from 41.0” to 312.0” (1.0
to 7.9 meters).
Focus Ring
WXGA series: Projection Image Size from 44.6” to 303.0”