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User’ s Guid e

IBM E400 PROJECTO R
User’ s Guid e

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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in
Appendix D, “Service and Support,” on page D-1 and Appendix E, “IBM Statement of
Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002,” on page E-1
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Contents
Safety information . . . . . . . . . .v
General safety information . . . . . . vii
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii
Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii
Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . .ix
and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . .ix
Registering your option . . . . . . . .xi
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . 1-1
Chapter 2. Setting up the projector . . 2-1
Starting and shutting down the projector . . . . 2-1
Adjusting the projector height . . . . . . . . 2-2
Positioning the projector . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Adjusting the zoom, focus and keystone . . . . 2-3
Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Chapter 3. Connecting devices to the
projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connecting devices . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Navigating the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Setting the OSD language . . . . . . . . 5-1
Quality menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Properties menu . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Information menu . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Appendix A. Maintenance . . . . . . A-1
Cleaning the lens . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Replacing the projection lamp . . . . . . . . A-1
Resetting the lamp timer . . . . . . . . . A-3
Using the security slot . . . . . . . . . . A-3
Appendix B. Troubleshooting . . . . B-1
Projector LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Appendix C. Specifications . . . . . C-1
Appendix D. Service and Support . . . D-1
Online technical support . . . . . . . . . D-1
Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . D-1
Appendix E. IBM Statement of Limited
Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002 . . . E-1
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms . . . . . . . E-4
Part 3 - Warranty Information . . . . . . . E-15
Chapter 4. Using the projector features 4-1
Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Inserting the remote control batteries . . . . . 4-2
Operating range . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Projector and remote control buttons . . . . . . 4-3
Chapter 5. On-Screen Display menu
controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Appendix F. Notices . . . . . . . . . F-1
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . F-2
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2
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Safety information
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.
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General safety information
Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property
damage.
Service
not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM
Support Center. Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to
repair your particular product.
Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are
referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. IBM expressly identifies CRUs
such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for
customers to replace those parts. You must closely follow all instructions when
performing such replacements. Always make sure that the power is turned off and
that the product is unplugged from any power source before you attempt the
replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IBM Support
Center.
Power cords and power adapters
Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product
manufacturer.
Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can
stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can
present a safety hazard.
Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or
pinched by objects.
Protect the cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your
cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with
liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the cord or power
adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids can also cause gradual corrosion of
the power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on the adapter which can
eventually result in overheating.
Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that
all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles.
not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or
shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere
the power adapter.
not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs
corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been
damaged in any way.
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Extension cords and related devices
Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and
power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the
product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should
not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more
information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and
input ratings.
Plugs and outlets
receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer
equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is
replaced by a qualified electrician.
not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer
obtain a replacement.
Batteries
Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a
grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature
trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into
the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the
outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet.
The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.
Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power
loads and branch circuit ratings.
sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible,
and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that
will stress the cords.
Connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet carefully
All IBM personal computers contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide
power to the system clock. In addition many mobile products such as Thinkpad
notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in
portable mode. Batteries supplied by IBM for use with your product have been
tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with IBM approved parts.
Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate
batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or
other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions
included in the product documentation.
Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause
gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is
damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of
foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a
replacement from the battery manufacturer.
Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some
rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused
discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could
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shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let
rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a
discharged state.
Heat and product ventilation
Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging.
Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size.
Always follow these basic precautions:
not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of
your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when
the battery is charging. Your computer produces some heat during normal
operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially,
skin burn.
not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or
explosive environments.
Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety,
comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface.
Never block, cover or disable these features.
CD and DVD drive safety
and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or
otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even
shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this
situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following:
Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging
Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat
sources
Remove CD/DVD discs from the computer when not in use
not bend or flex CD/DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their
packaging
Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or
damaged discs
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Registering your option
Thank you for purchasing this IBM
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register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better
serve you in the future. Your feedback is valuable to us in developing products
and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to
communicate with you. Register your option on the IBM Web site at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/register/
IBM will send you information and updates on your registered product unless you
indicate on the Web site questionnaire that you do not want to receive further
information.
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E400 projector can be used for both business presentations and home
entertainment and is easy to connect, use, and maintain.
addition to this User’s Guide, your option package contains the following:
1 Projector with lamp housing and lens cap included
2 Remote control
3 Two AAA batteries
4 USB cable
5 S-video cable
6 Video cable (DVI-DB15) to VGA
7 Audio cable (Mini Jack-to-RCA)
8 Power cord
9 Composite video cable
10 User’s Guide (and installation) CD
11 Multi-language Quick Start guide
12 Carrying case
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If any of the items listed above are missing or damaged, contact your place of
purchase.
Note: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it will be required to receive
warranty service.
For information on optional accessories for your projector, please go to
http://www.ibm.com.
Attention:
Avoid using the projector in dusty environments.
not obstruct the vent openings of the projector.
Leave the power cable plugged in (for 2-5 minutes) until the projector returns to
room temperature before placing the projector inside the soft case. Placing the
projector into the case too soon after switching off the power could cause the
projector to overheat and will shorten lamp life.
sure to attach the lens cap and place the projector into the soft case to avoid
damaging the lens.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
The figures below show the features of the projector.
Figure 1-1. Front right view of projector
1 Lens/focus
2 IR receiver
3 Connectors
4 Power cord connector
5 Leveling foot
6 Elevator foot
7 Elevator foot adjuster button
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Figure 1-2. Top view of projector
1 Zoom
2 Focus
3 Power
4 System status LEDs
5 Control buttons
6 Source button
7 Menu button
8 Auto button
9 Speaker
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1 Power (LED)
2 Ready (LED)
3 Keystone/Up cursor
4 Volume/ Right cursor
5 Enter button
6 Keystone/ Down cursor
7 Volume/ Left cursor
Figure 1-3. Top view of the control buttons
and LEDs on the projector
Figure 1-4. Connectors
1 Audio-in
2 RS-232
3 DVI-I
4 AC socket
5 Composite video
6 S-video
7 USB
8 Security slot
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Figure 1-5. Bottom view of the projector
1 Projection lamp cover
2 Elevator foot
3 Leveling foot
4 Ceiling support holes
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Chapter 2. Setting up the projector
This chapter provides information on starting and shutting down the projector,
adjusting the projector height and level, adjusting the zoom, focus, and keystone,
and adjusting the volume.
Attention: Before moving the projector, be sure to power down the projector
normally and disconnect the projector from the main power source.
Starting and shutting down the projector
Please follow the steps below to start the projector and to shut down the projector.
Connect the power cord to the projector as shown below. Connect the other
end to a wall outlet. The Power LED and Lamp-ready LED turn on.
Remove the lens cover.
Connect to an input device.
Turn on the connected devices.
Ensure that the Lamp-ready LED is on a steady amber, then press the Power
button to turn on the projector.
The projector splash screen displays and connected devices are detected. If the
connected device is an IBM ThinkPad, press Fn + F7 on the computer keyboard
switch the display output to the projector. Check the user’s manual of
non-IBM PCs to determine the appropriate Fn hot keys to change display
output.
Attention: Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is
turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.
more than one input devices is connected, press the Source button repeatedly
switch among devices.
turn off the projector, press the Power button. The projector prepares for
shutdown, and a ″Wait a moment please...″ message appears.
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When the ″Power off?/Press Power again″ message appears, press the Power
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Leave the power cable plugged in for at least 2-5 minutes until the projector
Note:
returns to room temperature before placing the projector inside the soft case.
Placing the projector into the case too soon after switching off the power
could cause the projector to over heat.
Attention: Before moving the projector, be sure to power down the projector
normally and disconnect the projector from the main power source.
Adjusting the projector height
adjust the projector height, complete the following procedure:
raise the height of the projector, lift the projector as shown in 1 and press
the elevator-foot buttons as shown in 2. The elevator foot drops down as
shown in 3.
lower the height of the projector, press the elevator-foot button as shown in
2 and push down on the top of the projector.
make adjustments to the level, rotate the leveling foot as shown in 4.
Positioning the projector
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. Following are some general guidelines:
Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The
projector must be at least 1.5 m (4.9 ft) from the projection screen.
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Position the projector within 2.7 m (9 ft) of your power source and within 1.8 m
ft) of your video device (unless you purchase extension cables). To ensure
adequate cable access, do not place the projector within .15 m (6 in.) of a wall or
other object.
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.
Figure 2-1.
Table 2-1.
Diagonal screen size
(m/in.)
1 1.10/43.3
2 1.47/57.8
3 1.76/69.3
4 2.06/81.1
5 2.35/92.5
6 2.65/104.3
7 2.94/115.7
8 3.23/127.2
Image Width
(m/ft)
.88/2.88
1.17/3.83
1.4/4.59
1.64/5.38
1.87/6.13
2.11/6.92
2.34/7.67
2.57/8.43
Adjusting the zoom, focus and keystone
adjust the image, follow these steps.
Use the Image-focus control on the projector to sharpen the projected image as
shown in 1.
Image height
(m/ft)
.66/2.16
.88/2.88
1.1/3.6
1.23/4.03
1.41/4.62
1.58/5.18
1.76/5.77
1.94/6.36
Distance from center
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image
(m/ft)
1.5/4.92
2/6.56
2.4/7.87
2.8/9.18
3.2/10.5
3.6/11.81
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