DLP PROJECTOR
USER’S GUIDE
Thank you for purchasing the DLP Projector.
Please read this user’s guide to ensure correct use of the device. Save this user’s guide
for future reference.
OUTLINE
This DLP Projector can display various computer signals and NTSC/PAL/SECAM video
signals.
FEATURES
1. High Brightness
2. High Resolution
3. Compact Size, Feather Weight for Portability
4. Durable Magnesium Alloy Body
5. RGB input Terminal
6. One Touch Auto-Adjustment Function
7. Easy Keystone Adjustment
Copyright
Copyright © 2003. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or
computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical,
chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the company.
Disclaimer
The company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with
respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or
fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, the company reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of
the company to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
EEC STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Shipping Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Projector Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
External Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Remote Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing or Replacing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Display Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting to Various Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Digital Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Auto Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1. VIDEO Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2. POSITION Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3. SPECIAL Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4. TRACKING Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Lamp Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Use and Replacement of the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Lamp Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Operative Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Common Problems & Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Projector Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Timing Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
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INTRODUCTION
Caution
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER –SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL. PLEASE READ THIS USER’S GUIDE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR PROJECTOR. SAVE THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE .
Safety Instructions
1. Read this user’s guide before you operate your projector and save it for
future reference.
2. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to
cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for
replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive
operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to explode on
rare occasions.
3. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the
projector is unplugged.
4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this appliance.
Take it to a qualified technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently
used.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
may fall, sustaining serious damage.
6. Do not touch the top cover when the projector is under operation.
7. The projector must be packaged into a carry bag while moving to another
place for operation.
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Caution
• Always open the lens shutter when the projector lamp is on.
• Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense
light beam may damage your eyes.
• In some countries, the line voltage is NOT stable. This projector is
designed to operate safely within a bandwidth of 100 to 240 volts, but
could fail if power cuts or surges of + 10 volts occur. In these high-risk
areas, it is recommended that a power stabilizer unit be used in conjuction with this projector.
• Do not place this projector on the top of cloth or carpet.
• Do not touch the ventilation grill when the projector is under operation.
Save this user’s guide: The information contained in this manual will assist you
in operating and maintaining your personal projector.
FCC Statement
CLASS B: 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 distance 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.
EEC STATEMENT
This machine was tested against the 89/336/EEC (European Economic Community) for EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility) and fulfills these requirements.
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Shipping Contents
The Projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to standard PC
or laptop computers. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all the items
shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact personnel at the
place of purchase.
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HDTV Cable
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User’s Guide
3-2 Converter
Batteries
S.A. & India
Deluxe Soft Carry Case
220V
240V
Power Cord
Quick Start Guide
110V
VGA Cable
USB Cable
Optional Accessories
1. 150W lamp module
2. Macintosh adapter
Video Cable
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S-Video Cable
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Projector Description
Projector
DC 12V, 0.5A Max. power
supply
PC/ HD (YP
connector
USB MOUSE connector
BPR)
VIDEO
connector
S-VIDEO
connector
Ventilation grill
IR remote sensor
Adjuster foot
Lamp door
IR remote sensor
Projection lens
adjuster
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Projection lens
AC power cord inlet
Kensington lock
ernal control panel
"External Control Panel" on
(see
page 5
for more detailed information)
Open here to
release the front
cover.
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External Control Panel
Power
indicator
POWER
AUTO
Power indicator
The indicator shows green for a
normal state. When the projector is
operated improperly, it shows green
or orange toggle. See "Operative
Information" on page 21 for more
detailed information.
POWER
Press the POWER key to turn the
projector on or off.
AUTO
Automatically determines the best
picture settings for current received
signals. (PC Mode Only)
SOURCE
POWER
AUTO BLANK
Lamp indicator
SOURCE
BLANK
Lamp Indicator
The Lamp Indicator will light up when
the lamp needs service, cooling or
replacement. See “Lamp Information”
on page 20 for more detailed
information.
SOURCE
Selects signal sources from among
PC, Video, S-Video and YP
BPR.
BLANK
Selects to display an entirely blue,
black, green or LG logo screen.
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