Hitachi CP-S370W User Manual

Liquid Crystal Projector

CP-S370W

USER'S MANUAL

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Liquid Crystal Projector

USER'S MANUAL

USER'S MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing this liquid crystal projector.

WARNING • Please read the accompanying manual “SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS” and this “USER'S MANUAL” thoroughly to ensure correct
usage through understanding. After reading, store this instruction manual in a
safe place for future reference.

NOTE

• The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual

• The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or contents is not permitted without
express written authority.

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT : PS/2, VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation. Apple, Mac and ADB are registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc. VESA and SVGA are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard
Association. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Carefully observe the
trademarks and registered trademarks of all companies, even when not mentioned.

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

FEATURES .......................................2

BEFORE USE ...................................2

Contents of Package ..............................2

Part Names.............................................3

Loading the Battery ................................5

Fixing the Handle....................................5

INSTALLATION ................................6

Installation of the Projector and Screen

Angle Adjustment ...................................6

Cabling ...................................................7

Power Connection ..................................8

Example of System Setup ......................8

Plug & Play.............................................8

OPERATIONS...................................9

Power ON ..................................................9

Power OFF

Basic Operation....................................10

Setup Menu ..........................................12

Input Menu............................................13

Image Menu..........................................14

Options Menu .......................................15

No Signal Menu....................................16

MAINTENANCE ..............................17

Lamp.....................................................17

Air Filter ................................................19

Other Maintenance...............................19

• The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

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TROUBLESHOOTING ....................20

OSD Message ......................................20

Indicators Message ..............................21

Symptom ..............................................22

SPECIFICATIONS...........................23

WARRANTY AND AFTER-SERVICE

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TABLES

Table 1. Installation Reference.................6

Table 2. Cabling .......................................7

Table 3. Basic Operations ......................10

Table 4. Setup Menu ..............................12

Table 5. Input Menu................................13

Table 6. Image Menu..............................14

Table 7. Options Menu ...........................15

Table 8. No Signal Menu........................16

Table 9. OSD Message ..........................20

Table 10. Indicator Message ..................21

Table 11. Symptom ................................22

Table 12. Specifications .........................23

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For "TECHNICAL" and "REGULATORY
NOTICE", see the end of this manual.

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ITALIANO

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Liquid Crystal Projector

CP-S370W

USER'S MANUAL

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fonctionnement de l'appareil.

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producto.

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TECHNICAL

REGULATORY NOTICES

FEATURES

This liquid crystal projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC / PAL /
SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space is required for installation and large images can
easily be realized.

Outstanding Brightness

The UHB lamp and high-efficiency optical system assure a high level of brightness.

Partial Magnification Function

Interesting parts of images can be magnified for closer viewing.

Distortion Correction Function

Distortion-free images are quickly available.

Extra-low Noise Function

Acoustic noise level from the unit can be reduced.

BEFORE USE

BEFORE USE

Contents of Package

Make sure all of the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, please
contact your dealer.

NOTE

User’s Manual

(this manual)

Safety Instructions

Carrying Bag

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• Keep the original packing material for future reshipment.

Power Cord

(US Type)

Projector

RGB Cable

Handle

Power Cord

(UK Type)

Component
Video Cable

(with green lead)

Power Cord

(Europe Type)

Mouse cable

VIDEO

STANDBY/ON

RGB

KEYSTONE

MENU

SELECT

MENU RESET

POSITION

MAGNIFY

FREEZE

VOLUME

MUTE

OFF

AUTO

BLANK

Remote Controller
containing Battery

(PS/2)

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Part Names

Speaker

Handle Hook

Power Switch

AC Inlet

(to the Power Cord)

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Zoom Knob
Focus Ring

Remote Control Sensor

Lens

Lens Cap

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Ventilation Openings

(Intake)

FRONT/LEFT VIEW OF
THE PROJECTOR

Control Panel (Refer to P.9 "OPERATIONS")

STANDBY/ON Button

KEYSTONE Button

Foot Adjuster Button

Filter Cover

Air Filter and Intake

( )

for the Cooling Fan

Rear Foot Adjuster

REAR/RIGHT VIEW OF
THE PROJECTOR

S-VIDEO Terminal

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO IN Terminal

AUDIO IN R

AUDIO IN L

AUDIO IN 1

AUDIO IN 2

AUDIO OUT

Y Terminal

C

B/PB Terminal

C

R/PR Terminal

Terminal

Terminal

Terminal

Terminal

Terminal

RGB IN

AUDIO IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN

AUDIOINAUDIO OUT

1

2 USB

12

RGB OUT CONTROL

TERMINAL PANEL

Foot Adjuster

INPUT Button
LAMP Indicator
TEMP Indicator
POWER Indicator
RESET Button
MENU Button

Ventilation Openings
(exhaust)

Terminal Panel
(Refer below)

Remote Control Sensor

RGB IN 1 Terminal

RGB IN 2 Terminal

CONTROL Terminal

RGB OUT Terminal

USB Terminal

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Part Names (continued)

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STANDBY/ON Button

KEYSTONE Button

Button

Used to operate
the mouse shift
function .

MENU Button

MAGNIFY Button

MAGNIFY Button

MAGNIFY Button

AUTO Button

STANDBY/ON

KEYSTONE

MAGNIFY

VIDEO

RGB

MENU

SELECT

MENU RESET

POSITION

FREEZE

VOLUME

OFF

AUTO

MUTE

BLANK

RGB Button

MENU SELECT Button

Used to click the left
mouse button.

POSITION Button

RESET Button

Used to click the right
mouse button.

VOLUME Button

VOLUME Button

FREEZE Button

MUTE Button

BLANK Button

Battery Holder

REMOTE CONTROLLER

(Refer to P.9 "OPERATIONS")

These functions works when the mouse control function is activated. Remember, the
POSITION,VOLUME, KEYSTONE, BLANK ON and MENU ON functions disable the mouse
control function.

VIDEO Button

NOTE

• Keep the remote controller away from children and pets.

• Do not give the remote controller any physical impact. Take care not to drop.

• Do not place the heavy objects on the remote controller.

• Do not wet the remote controller or place it on any wet object.

• Do not place the remote controller close to the cooling fan of the projector.

• Do not disassemble the remote controller.

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Loading the Battery

First Loading:

In original packing, the battery is installed in the battery holder of
the remote controller with protection film (the transparent film some
of which is inside the battery folder). Pull out the protection film to
load the battery.

Replacing:

1. See the reverse side of the remote controller.

2. Pinch the groove and pull out battery holder as the drawing right.

3. Remove the worn battery.

4. Install the new battery with “+” side facing.

5. Push in and click the battery holder.

Pull out

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“+” side

Battery Holder

CAUTION •

battery may explode if not handled properly. Be careful in handling the battery
according to instructions of accompaning manual "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"and this
manual.

• Use the 3V micro lithium battery type no.CR2025 only.

• When loading the battery, make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly oriented as
indicated in the remote controller.

• When you dispose the battery, you should obey the law in the relative area or country.

• Keep the battery away from children and pets.

• When not to be used for an extended period, remove the battery from the remote controller.

NOTE

Replace the batteries when remote control transmitter operation becomes difficult.

Incorrect handling of the battery could result in fire or personal injury.The

Fixing the Handle

Fix the enclosed handle if you need.

1. Raise up the handle hook, and pass one end of the
handle through the hole of handle hook.

2. Buckle the end of the handle, as the right drawing.

3. Fix the other end of the handle to the other handle
hook in the same way.

CAUTION • Make sure the handle is fixed before carrying the projector with

the handle. If the projector should be dropped from the handle should be off,
it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical
shock. Do not flourish the projector with the handle.

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

Installation of the Projector and Screen

Refer to the drawing and table below for determining of the screen size and projection distance.
The projection distances shown in the table below are for

full size (800 x 600 dots).
a: Distance from the projector to the screen. (±10%)

Table 1. Installation Reference

Screen size
[inches (m)]

40 (1.0) 62 (1.6) 82 (2.1)
60 (1.5) 94 (2.4) 123 (3.1)

80 (2.0) 127 (3.2) 164 (4.2)
100 (2.5) 160 (4.1) 205 (5.2)
120 (3.0) 192 (4.9) 246 (6.3)
150 (3.8) 241 (6.1) 308 (7.8)

200 (5.0) 323 (8.2) 411 (10.4)

CAUTION • Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instructions of
the accompanying manual “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this manual.

• When you fix this unit with a metal tool and the like, you must connect it with ground

wire; otherwise, fire or electric shock can result.
Connect the ground terminal of AC inlet of this unit with the ground terminal provided at the
building using an optional three-core power-supply cord.

• Please basically use liquid crystal projector at the horizontal position.
crystal projector by the lens up position, the lens down position and the side up position, this
may cause the heat inside to build up and become the cause of damage.
not to install it with ventilation holes blocked.

• Do not install LCD projector in smoke effected environment. Smoke residue may buildup
on critical parts (i.e.LCD panel, Lens Assy etc.).

a [inches (m)]

Min. Max.

Top View

a

Side View

If you use liquid

Be especially careful

Angle Adjustment

Use the foot adjusters on the bottom of the projector to adjust the projection angle. It is variable
within 0˚ to 9˚ approximately.

Foot Adjuster

1. Lift up the front side of the projector, and pressing the foot adjuster button, adjust the projection
angle.

2. Release the button to lock at the desired angle.

3. Turn the rear foot adjuster to adjust the left-right slope. Do not force the foot adjuster screws.
This could damage the adjusters or cause the lock to fail.

CAUTION
otherwise, the projector could overturn or the fingers could get caught and cause

personal injury.

• Do not release the foot adjuster button unless the projector is being held;

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Press the foot adjuster button

Rear Foot Adjuster

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Cabling

Refer to the table below for connecting each terminal of the projector to each device.

Table 2. Cabling

Function Terminal Cable

RGB input

RGB output RGB OUT

Audio input
(from the computer)

PS/2 mouse control

ADB mouse control Optional ADB mouse cable

Serial mouse control Optional Serial mouse cable

RS-232C communication Optional RS-232C cable
USB mouse control USB Optional USB cable

S-video input S-VIDEO IN

Video input VIDEO IN Optional video/audio cable

Component video input

Audio input
(from video equipment)

Audio output AUDIO OUT Optional audio cable with stereo mini jack

RGB IN 1
RGB IN 2

AUDIO IN 1

(interlocked with RGB IN 1)

AUDIO IN 2

(interlocked with RGB IN 2)

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO Y

COMPONENT VIDEO CR
AUDIO IN L
AUDIO IN R

/PR

Accessory or optional RGB cable with D­sub 15-pin shrink jack and inch thread
screws

Optional audio cable with stereo mini jack

Accessory PS/2 mouse cable

Optional S-video cable with mini DIN 4-pin
jack

Accessory component video cableCOMPONENT VIDEO CB/PB

Optional video/audio cable or optional
audio cable with RCA jack

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CAUTION • Incorrect connecting could result in fire or electrical shock.
Please read this manual and the separate “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”.

• Before connecting, turn off to all devices to be connected, except for the USB
cable.

• The cables may have to be used with the core set to the projector side. Use the
cables which are included with the projector or specified.

NOTE

projector is compatible with the device.

• Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten.

• For some RGB input modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary.

• Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. Use of some of these modes will not be possible

with this projector.

• Refer to the “TECHNICAL” section for the pin assignment of connectors and RS-232C communication data.

• Before connecting, read instruction manuals of the devices to be connected, and make sure that the

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Power Connection

Use the correct one of the enclosed power cords depending on the power outlet to be used.
Connect the AC inlet of the projector to the power outlet firmly by the power cord.

CAUTION • Be carful in handling the power

cord according to instructions of the
accompanying manual "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
and this manual.

• Connect the power cord firmly. Avoid using a
loose, unsound outlet or contact failure.

Example of system setup

DVD Player

S-Video Tape
Recorder

COMPONENT VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIOINAUDIO OUT

1

2USB

Speaker with
amplifier

VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN

RGB OUT CONTROL

Power

outlet

Power Cord

Display
Monitor

RGB IN

12

Computer

(desktop type)

AC Inlet

Computer

(notebook type)

NOTE

• When connecting with notebook computer, set to valid the RGB external image output
(setting CRT display or simultaneous display of LCD and CRT). Please read instruction manual of
the notebook for more information.

Plug & Play

This projector is VESA DDC 1/2B compatible. Plug & play is possible by connecting to a computer
that is VESA DDC (Display Data Channel) compatible.
Please use this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable with RGB IN 1 terminal (DDC
1/2B compatible). Plug & play may not operate by other connecting.

NOTE

display, and an operating system.

• This projector is recognized as a plug & play monitor. Use the standard display drivers.

• Plug & play may not operate by the computer to connect. Use the RGB IN 2 terminal if plug &
play does not operate correctly.

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• Plug & play is a system configured with peripheral equipment including a computer and

OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

STANDBY/ON Button

POWER Indicator

STANDBY/

ON Button

Zoom Knob

Focus Ring

STANDBY/ON

KEYSTONE

MENU RESET

MAGNIFY

VIDEO

RGB

MENU

SELECT

POSITION

FREEZE

OFF

AUTO

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VOLUME

MUTE

BLANK

Power Switch

Lens Cap

Power ON

1. Check that the power cord is connected correctly.

2. Set the power switch to [ | ]. The standby mode is selected, and the POWER indicator is turned to
orange.

3. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the control panel or the remote control transmitter.
Warm-up begins and the POWER indicator blinks in green.

4. The POWER indicator ceases blinking and turns to green when power is on. Open the slide lens
door.

5. Adjust picture size using the zoom knob.

6. Adjust focus using the focus ring .

Power OFF

1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the control panel or the remote controller. Then,the
message "Power off?" will appear on the screen, and the message will disappear by any operation
or no operation for 5 seconds. During this message indication, press the STANDBY/ON
button again. The projector lamp is extinguished and lamp cooling begins. The POWER indicator
blinks orange during lamp cooling. Pressing the STANDBY/ON button has no effect while
the POWER indicator is blinking.

2. The system assumes the Standby mode when cooling is complete, and the POWER indicator
ceases blinking and changes to orange. Check that the indicator is orange and set the power
switch to [

3. The POWER indicator is extinguished when power is off. Do not forget to close the lens door.

the equipment is used safely.

O

].

WARNING • Please read this manual, and the separate “SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” thoroughly before using the equipment. Always ensure that

NOTE

• Except in emergencies, follow the above-mentioned procedure for turning power off.

Incorrect procedure will reduce the life of the projector lamp and LCD panel.

• To prevent any troble, turn on/off the projector when the computer or video tape recorder is OFF.

Providing a RS-232C cable is connected, turn on the computer before the projector.

• When a projector continues projecting the same image, the image may remain as an afterimage.

Please do not project the image same for a long time.

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Basic Operation

The basic operations shown in Table 3 is performed from the supplied remote control transmitter or
the projector control panel. Items indicated by (*) may be used from the control panel.

Table 3 . Basic Operation

Item Description

Select Input Signal (*) : Press the INPUT button.

RGB IN 1→RGB IN 2→ VIDEO IN → S-VIDEO IN → COMPONENT VIDEO (→ RGB IN 1)

Select RGB Input : Press the RGB button.

INPUT
SELECT

POSITION

RESET (*)

VIDEO IN / S-VIDEO IN / COMPONENT VIDEO → RGB IN 1 / RGB IN 2
RGB IN 1 → RGB IN 2 (→ RGB IN 1)

Select Video Input : Press the VIDEO button.

RGB IN 1 / RGB IN 2 → VIDEO IN / S-VIDEO IN / COMPONENT VIDEO
VIDEO IN → S-VIDEO IN → COMPONENT VIDEO (→ VIDEO IN)

• The selected signal name is displayed for approximately 3 seconds when the input
signal is changed.

Set/Clear Position Adjustment Mode : Press the POSITION button.

The [ ] icon is displayed in the POSITION mode.

Image Position Adjustment: Press the , , and buttons in the
POSITION mode.

• Valid only in the MAGNIFY mode with a video signal is input.

• After approximately 10 seconds of inactivity the [ ] icon is extinguished and the

POSITION mode is cleared automatically.

• , , and

buttons may operate as the mouse control button. Refer to page 4.

Initialise Each Item : Select an item and press the RESET button.
Initialise Position Adjustment : Press the RESET button and the

POSITION mode. This function is valid only when RGB signal is input.

• Valid except for the VOLUME, LANGUAGE and H PHASE.

• The RESET button may operate as the mouse control button. Refer to page 4.

Set MAGNIFY Mode : Press the MAGNIFY button.
Move Magnified Area : Run the POSITION in the MAGNIFY mode.
Adjust Magnification : Press the MAGNIFY / button in MAGNIFY

MAGNIFY

mode.
Clear MAGNIFY Mode : Press the MAGNIFY button.

• The MAGNIFY mode is cleared by running or setting the AUTO, ASPECT, INPUT
SELECT or VIDEO, or by changing the input signal.

Set/Clear FREEZE Mode : Press the FREEZE button. The [II] icon is
displayed, and the image frozen, in the FREEZE mode.

FREEZE

NOTE

• The FREEZE mode is cleared by running or setting POSITION, VOLUME, MUTE,
Automatic Adjustment, BLANK ON/OFF, or MENU ON/OFF, or by changing the
input signal.

• Do not forget to clear frozen static images.

• Use the remote control transmitter at a distance of approximately 5m from the sensor on
the front of the projector, and within a range of 30° left-right. Strong light and obstacles will
interfere with operation of the remote control transmitter.

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-2

BRIGHT

CONTRAST

V POSIT
H POSIT

H PHASE

H SIZE
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B

ASPECT

0

-2

+1

0
0

100
100

800

SETUP INPUT OPT.IMAGE

Items indicated by (*) may be used from the control panel.

Table 3. Basic Operation (continued)

Item Description

VOLUME

MUTE

AUTO

BLANK
ON/OFF

MENU
ON/OFF (

MENU
SELECT

Volume Adjustment : Press the VOLUME / button.
Set/Clear Mute Mode : Press the MUTE button. No sound is heard in the

MUTE mode.
Automatic Adjustment at RGB Input : Press the AUTO button. Horizontal

position(H.POSIT), vertical position (V.POSIT),clock phase (H.PHASE), and
horizontal size(H.SIZE) are automatically adjusted. Use with the window at
maximum size in the application display.
Automatic Adjustment at Video Input : Press the AUTO button. A signal
type appropriate for the input signal is selected automatically. Valid only
when AUTO is set for VIDEO on the menu.

• This operation requires approximately 10 seconds. It may not function correctly with
some input signals.

Set/Clear Blank Mode: Press the BLANK button. No image is displayed in
the Blank mode. The screen color is as set in BLANK on the Image menu.

Menu Display Start/Stop: Press the MENU button.

• The menu display is terminated automatically after approximately 10 seconds of

*)

inactivity.

Select Menu Type: Press the MENU SELECT button. Allows the user to
select the normal menu or the single menu. Only the selected item is
displayed on the single menu, and other items are displayed with the and

buttons as with the normal menu.

• Valid only when the Setup menu is used. Push the MENU SELECT button after
selecting items such as "BRIGHTNESS".

• The MENU SELECT button may operate as the mouse control button. Refer to
page 4.

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KEYSTONE

Set / Clear KEYSTONE Mode : Press the KEYSTONE button.

*)

(

Adjust KEYSTONE : Press the / button.

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