Hitachi CP-x950E, CP-X950W User Manual
Liquid Crystal Projector
Model name
CP-X950W/E
OPERATING GUIDE
Thank you very much for purchasing this Hitachi Liquid Crystal Projector.
Please read this operating guide to use correctly. After reading this manual, keep it carefully for future
reference.
ON
TEMP
LAMP
RESET
MENU
MUTE
INPUT
ZOOM
FOCUS
/ON
STANDBY
Outline
This Liquid Crystal Projector can display various
computer signals and NTSC/PAL/SECAM video signals.
Features
(1)High brightness
A highly efficient optical system with a metal halide lamp
ensures high brightness.
(2)High resolution
Three separate high-definition liquid crystal panels are used
for the R, G and B signals.
(3)Compact size, light weight for portability
(4)RGB output terminal
(5)RS232C Communication
(6)Mouse emulation
(7)Power zoom and power focus functions
(8)
Complies with VESA DDC1/2B specifications
Contents Page
Before use............................. 3
Names and functions of each
part............................... 8
Installation........................... 11
Basic operations.................. 12
Adjustments and functions.. 14
Connection to the video signal
terminals..................... 19
Connection to the RGB signal
terminals..................... 19
Connection to the control
signal terminal............ 22
Example of system setup.... 27
Cleaning the air filter........... 27
Lamp................................... 28
Message table..................... 28
When you think something
wrong......................... 29
Specifications...................... 30
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN U.K
THIS PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH A TWO PIN MAINS PLUG FOR USE IN MAINLAND EUROPE.
FOR THE U.K PLEASE REFER TO THE NOTES ON THIS PAGE.
IMPORTANT FOR UNITED KINGDOM
WORDING FOR CLASS I EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTION BOOKS AND LABELS
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is
indicated on the pin face of the plug. Shoud the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS 1362
fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted. If
a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug.
Fuse covers are available from your dealer.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension
lead or consult your dealer.
Shoud it be necessary to change the mains plugs, this must be carried out by a competent person, preferable a
qualified electrician.
If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first
removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow = Earth, Blue = Neutral, Brown = Live.
Green & Yellow to Earth
Blue to Neutral
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed
as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter E or by the earth symbol
The wire coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or
BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured
BROWN or RED.
or coloured Green or Green and Yellow.
Brown to Live
Fuse
Cord Clamp
WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications, Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
Instructions to Users:
This equipment complies with the requirements of FCC (Federal Communication Commission) Class A
equipments provided that following conditions are met.
(1)Video signal cables:
Double shielded coaxial cables (so called FCC shield cable) must be used and the outer shield must be
connected to the ground. Or, if normal coaxial cables are used, the cables must be enclosed in metal pipes
or similar way to reduce the interference noise radiation.
(2)Power cord:
Shielded power cord must be used. The outer shield must be connected to the ground.
(3)Video inputs:
The input signal amplitude must no exceed the specified level.
Before use
<Before Use>
Illustrated marks Various illustrated marks are used in this product and instruction manual so the product
is used correctly and safely, and also to protect you and others from danger and your
property from being damaged.
This shows that a person could be killed or injured if the wrong operation
Warning
Caution
Examples of
illustrated
marks
is done by ignoring this indication.
This shows that a person could be injured or material may be damaged if
the wrong operation is done by ignoring this indication.
The
The concrete details of the warning (the left diagram shows the caution for an
electric shock hazard) is shown in the diagram.
The
(the left diagram shows the prohibition of disassembly) is drawn in the diagram
or near it.
mark informs you that there is a warning (including caution).
mark informs you of a prohibited action. The concrete prohibited action
The
mark informs you of actions you must do. The concrete instruction
details (the left diagram shows “Disconnect the power plug from the power
outlet”) is drawn in the diagram.
[Safety precaution]
Warning
ΛIf any abnormality occurs.
When there is an abnormal smell or smoke, if
•
you use this unit as it is, this could cause a fire
or electric shock, etc. When an abnormality is
found, immediately turn off the power switch
and pull out the power plug from the power
outlet. Check that there is no smoke, etc., then
contact your dealer to repair the unit. Do not
repair it yourself as it is very dangerous.
Do not use this unit as it is
•
after trouble has occurred,
such as “No picture”,
“No sound”, “Abnormal
sound”, etc. This may
cause a fire, electric
shock, etc. In this
case immediately turn
off the power switch and disconnect the power
plug, then contact your dealer to repair the unit.
If water, etc. enters inside the unit, turn off the
•
power switch of the unit first and disconnect the
power plug and then contact your dealer. If you
use it as it is, it may cause a fire, electric shock,
etc.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power
outlet.
ΛDo not install this unit in an unstable
place.
Avoid placing it in an unstable place
•
such as weak base, inclined floor,
etc. This may cause it to drop or fall
over, resulting in injury.
ΛDo not open the cabinet.
Do not open the cabinet.
There are high voltage
parts inside the cabinet
and this may cause an
electric shock. Ask your
dealer to check inside and
adjust and repair the unit.
Electric shock
hazard
Prohibition
of
disassembly
ΛDo not use this in a bathroom, etc.
Do not use this unit in a bathroom, etc.
This may cause a fire, electric shock,
etc.
Do not use
near water
ΛDo not look directly at the lens when
the lamp is lit.
Do not look directly at the lens when
the lamp is lit. Since a strong light is
used, it could damage you vision, etc.
Especially pay attention if children are present.
ΛDo not insert any foreign object.
Do not insert a metal or flammable
•
object inside through the ventilation
holes, etc. This may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.
If foreign matter enters inside, turn
•
the power switch off and disconnect
the power plug from the power outlet
and contact your dealer. If you use
as it is, it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc. Be careful especially if
children could touch the unit.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power
outlet.
ΛDo not apply any shock.
If you drop this unit or if the cabinet
is broken, turn off the power switch,
disconnect the power plug and
contact your dealer. If you use it as
it is, it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power
outlet.
ΛDo not remodel this unit.
Do not remodel this unit. It may
cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Prohibition
of
disassembly
ΛDo not put a container, etc. with liquid
on this unit.
Do not put a vase, flowerpot, cosmetic
container, medicine or water and small
metal objects on this unit. If liquid
spills and enter inside the unit, it may
cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
ΛDo not use power supplies
other than that specified.
Do not use this unit with a power
voltage other than specified power supply
voltage. It may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Warning
ΛBe careful in handling the power cord.
Do not scratch, damage or process the power
•
cord. Do not bend it forcibly. Also do not put a
heavy object on it, do not heat it and do not pull
it. If you do, the power cord may be damaged
and it may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
•Do not pull the cord.
•Do not put a heavy object on it.
•Do not damage the cord.
•Do not put it near a heating device.
Be careful that this unit is not placed on the
•
power cord. The power cord may be damaged
and it may cause a fire, electric shock, etc. If
the cord is covered with a carpet, etc. a heavy
object may be put on it without your realizing it.
If the cord is damaged (core wire is
•
exposed, disconnected, etc.), ask
your dealer to replace it. It may
cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Check that no dirt adheres to the power plug and
•
fully insert without any play. If dirt adheres or
the connection is incomplete, it may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.
The outer shield of power cord must
•
be connected to ground.
If you do not, it may cause a
electric shock.
ΛDo not stare directly into the laser
aperture.
The laser pointer on the remote
•
control unit radiates the laser beam
from the laser aperture.
Do not stare into the laser aperture or radiate the
•
laser beam to other persons as the laser emitted
is a class II laser and it could damage you
vision, etc.
Especially pay attention if children are present.
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LASER APERTURE
The three labels below are caution labels for the
laser beam.
AVOIDE EXPOSURE–LASER
RADIATION IS EMITTED
FROM THIS APERTURE
RADIAZIONI LASER
CAUTION
LASER RADIATIONDO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
WAVE LENGTH:670nm
MAX. OUTPUT:1mW
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
NON GUARDARE NEL RAGGIO LUCE
APPARECCHIO LASER DI CLASSE 2
RAYONNEMENT LASER
NE PAS REGARDER DANS
LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL
A LASER DE CLASSE 2
LASER-STRAHLUNG
NICHT IN DEN STRAHL
BLICKEN LASER KLASSE2
MANUFACTURED
August-97
MANUFACTURER:A
MADE IN JAPAN
Caution
ΛDo not step on this unit or do not put a
heavy object on it.
Do not step on this unit. Especially
•
pay attention if children are present.
If you do, the unit may fall over or
may be broken causing an injury.
Do not put a heavy object on this unit. If you
•
do, the unit may fall due to its imbalance or it
may drop, causing an injury.
ΛDo not block the ventilation holes.
Do not block the ventilation holes.
If the ventilation holes are blocked,
the heat inside may build up and it
may cause a fire. Do not use this
unit in the following ways: On its side. In a
poorly ventilated, narrow place. On a carpet or
bedspread. Covered with a tablecloth. Place this
unit so that the ventilation holes are kept 10cm or
more away from the wall.
ΛCleaning
Be sure to pull out the power plug from
the power outlet for safety when
cleaning.
ΛUse of batteries.
Do not use batteries not specified for this unit.
•
Do not use new batteries mixed
together with old ones. This may
cause a fire, injury due to burst of
battery, liquid leakage.
When inserting batteries in this unit, pay
•
attention to the direction of the
polarity indications and insert the batteries
correctly. If the polarities are
confused, it may cause injury or
damage near the unit due to burst
batteries, liquid leakage, etc.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power
outlet.
and
ΛDo not place this unit in a moist or
dusty place.
Do not place this unit in a moist or dusty place.
•
It may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Do not place this unit where it
•
would be exposed to soot or steam,
near a cooking stove or humidifier,
etc. It may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
ΛSet the caster stoppers.
When this unit is installed on the table
with casters, set the caster stoppers. If
the table moves, it may fall over,
causing an injury.
ΛHandle the power cord carefully.
Do not bring the power cord near a heating
•
device. The shield of the cord may melt and it
may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Do not insert/disconnect the power
•
plug with wet hands. It may cause
an electric shock.
When the power plug is to be
•
disconnected, do not pull the
power cord. The power cord
may be damaged and it may
cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Be sure to hold the power plug.
ΛClean inside the unit at least once two
years.
Ask your dealer to clean inside the unit at least
once two years. If the unit is left with too much
dust inside as it is for a long this without cleaning,
it may cause a fire. Especially it is
effective to clean before the rainy
season starts. Consult your dealer
for the cost of the cleaning the inside
the unit.
ΛWhen you are not going to use for a
long time.
When you are not going use this unit
for a long time because you are going
on a trip, etc., be sure to pull out the
power plug from the power outlet for
safety. And also apply cover to the
lens so that the lens is not damaged.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power
outlet.
ΛCaution when carrying it.
When this unit is to be moved, apply a
cover to the lens and be sure to
disconnect the power plug from the
power outlet and check that all external
connection cords are removed before
moving it. If not, the cord may be
damaged and it may cause a fire,
electric shock
, etc.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power
Caution
[General cautions]
ΛDo not place this unit where it gets hot.
Be careful since if you place the unit
outdoors, in a place exposed to direct
sunlight or near a heating device, the
cabinet and parts could be affected.
ΛVolume.
Use at the proper volume level so that it does not
bother persons in the neighborhood. Especially,
since the sound is likely to carry well at the night
even at a low volume, consider the neighborhood
to a good living environment.
ΛCleaning the lens.
To clean the lens, use a generallyavailable lens cleaning tissue (used for
cleaning lens of camera, glasses, etc.).
Be careful not to scratch the lens with a
hard object.
ΛCleaning the cabinet.
Since many plastic materials are used on the
•
surface of the cabinet, if the surface is cleaned
using benzene, thinner, etc., it may change in
quality or the coating may be peeled off. Avoid
using chemicals.
When a chemically-teated cloth is used, follow
•
the cautions that come with the cloth.
Do not spray a volatile agent such as insecticide
•
on the unit. Do not leave a rubber or vinyl
object touching the cabinet for a long time. It
may cause the cabinet to change in quality or the
coating to peel off.
Clean the dirt from the cabinet and operation
•
panel by dusting lightly with soft cloth. If the
dirt is conspicuous, wipe off with a cloth
moistened with detergent diluted with water,
then wipe off with a dry soft cloth.
ΛRest your eyes occasionally when
viewing for a long time.
Names and functions of each part
Main unit
Speaker
Handle
ON
TEMP
LAMP
RESET
MENU
Cooling fan
(exhaust)
Lens Cooling fan
Remote control
sensor
Lens cover Lever
Use the remote control transmitter within the range
•
of about 16 feet from the remote control sensor
and within 30° to both the left and right.
MUTE
INPUT
ZOOM
FOCUS
/ON
STANDBY
LAMP indicator
This lights when the
lamp does not light.
(See page 29)
Remote control
sensor
(in take)
ON indicator
This blinks in the standby mode
and lights in the operation
mode. (See page 29)
ON
LAMP
TEMP
STANDBY
/ON
STANDBY / ON
button
Power ON/OFF button.
OFF sets the unit in
standby mode.
(See page 12 ~ 13)
INPUT
TEMP Indicator
This lights when
temperature inside the
projector is too high. (See
MUTE
ZOOM
page 29)
MUTE button.
(See page 9)
ZOOM button
Adjusts picture size.
FOCUS
(See page 12)
FOCUS button
Adjusts focus. (See page 12)
MENU
RESET
MENU button
Picture adjustments.
Refer to page 14 ∼ 18 for
details.
VIDEO input terminal
(on video-equipped models only)
S-VIDEO input terminal
Mini DIN 4pin connector (1/2)
VIDEO input terminal
RCA Jack (1/2)
AUDIO L/R input terminal
RCA Jack (1/2)
MAIN POWER switch
Main power ON/OFF switch.
∴:OFF
:ON
S-VIDEO VIDEO
AC SW
AC IN socket
Connect the provided
power cord.
INPUT button
To select the input source.
Each time this button is pressed, the input source
is changed in sequence as shown below.
RGB1 RGB2 VIDEO1 VIDEO2
LR
AUDIO
AUDIOINAUDIO
OUT
AC IN
CONTROL
AUDIO output
terminal (RGB/VIDEO)
Stereo mini jack
AUDIO input terminal
Stereo mini jack (1/2)
RGB IN
RGB OUT
RESET button
Resets unit to factory
settings. (See page 14)
RGB input terminal
RGB input terminal
D-sub 15pin shrink
terminal (1/2)
RGB output terminal
RGB output terminal
D-sub 15pin shrink
terminal
RGB output can be displayed
even in the standby mode.
CONTROL terminal
D-sub 15pin shrink terminal
Names and functions of each part (continued)
Remote control transmitter
STANDBY / ON button
Power ON/OFF button.
OFF sets the unit in standby mode.
(See page 12, 13)
FOCUS button
Adjusts focus. (See page 12)
ZOOM button
Adjusts picture size.(See page 12)
POSITION ON button
Moves the picture by DISC PAD after
pressed the POSITION ON button.
(Only RGB signal input)
While the back light on, you can
operate POSITION. *1
DISK PAD
1 When the back light of MENU ON
button on, selects or adjusts the
menu items. (See page 14)
2 When removes the on-screen
menus, works as mouse.
3 When the back light of the
POSITION ON button on, moves
picture. *2
MENU ON button
Displays the on-screen menus.
And back light on. (See page 14 ~ 18)
While the back light on, you can
operate MENU.
BLANK ON button
1 The blank screen which is displayed
by pressing BLANK.
2 And the blank screen will be
revealed down by pressing BLANK
again. (See page 16 ~ 17)
STANDBY/ON
FOCUS
POSITION ON LASER
RESET RIGHT
MENU ON MOUSE ON
BLANK
RGB 1/2
MUTE
ZOOM VOLUME
TIMER
VIDEO 1/2
INPUT
←
MUTE button
Silences the sound. (Cancels the mute
when the unit is set in mute mode.)
VOLUME button
Adjusts volume. The sound is loud or
low while pressing the “+” or “–” button.
LASER ON
Laser pointer ON/OFF button.
Use as a stick (for indication).
(See page 10)
MOUSE LEFT button
Mouse left button is the left click of the
mouse. (bottom button)
(See page 22)
RESET / RIGHT button
When displays the on-screen menus,
resets the menu item to factory
settings.
When operats the mouse emulation,
works as right click of mouse in
computer mode.
After moving the picture (POSITION
ON), resets the position to factory
settings.
MOUSE ON button
Mouse emulation mode starts. (See
page 22)
When menu are open or blank screen
is displayed or icon of position is
displayed, there are stopped and back
light off.
INPUT SELECT button
Selects the input source. See page 12)
*1 POSITION ON icon
When presses POSITION ON button, back light on and icon is
displayed.
While displaying the icon, you can operate POSITION.
Icon is displayed in video mode, but can not operate POSITION.
TIMER ON / OFF button
Displays the setting time by count
down.
See page 18 “TIMER” of menu when
you set the minutes of timer.
*2
When the back light of MENU ON or POSITION ON button on
without displaying the icon of POSITION ON or MENU, can
operate DISK PAD too.
Displays the icon or MENU at the same time as starting the
operation.
When presses the MOUSE ON button, MENU mode or
POSITION ON mode is stopped.
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