McIntosh MDLP1 User Manual

Video Projector

MDLP1

Owner’s Manual

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 Phone: 607-723-3512 FAX: 607-724-0549

The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead, 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 sufﬁcient 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 RISK OF

FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS!

PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or

back. No user-serviceable parts inside.

11. Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.

16. To completely disconnect this equipment from the a.c. mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the a.c. receptacle.

17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, ﬁre or the like.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

CAUTION:

The MDLP1 Video Projector weight is 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms). When mounting the projector to a building structure it is important to follow all of the local building/constuction codes. Not evaluated for Wall or Ceiling Mounting.

WARNINGS:

A. Do not remove the cover from the equipment. B. Do not insert anything into the equipment through

the ventilation holes. C. Do not handle the mains lead with wet hands. D. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,

should be placed on the equipment. E. When disposing of used batteries and the projector

lamp, please comply with governmental regula-

tions or environmental public instructions rules

that apply in your country or area. F. Do not look into the lens when the projector is

turned on. It could damage your eyesight.

LAMP HANDING PRECAUTIONS:

DANGER

This projector uses a high voltage glass mercury vapor lamp. The lamp can break or fail to light when improperly handled, operating at abnormal temperatures or after extended use.

Lamp life also varies, and operating the lamp beyond its intended service life may cause it to break or fail to light properly, with risk of resulting damage to the projector or surrounding property or persons. Do not exceed the stated lamp life, nor attempt to override

Safety Instructions

the projector’s lamp life timing system vapor gas inside the lamp bulb may be emitted from the projector’s vent.

Before use, carefully read the projector Owner’s Manual and the lamp replacement instructions. Remember to handle the lamp with care. In the event of serious trouble, call a McIntosh Authorized Dealer.

1a. Do not directly expose skin to the light of the lamp

as it can cause inflamation.

2b. Do not drop, impact, subject to excessive force or

otherwise damage the lamp.

3c. Replacing the lamp runs the risk of burns, cuts

and electric shock, unplug the AC power cord from the AC power outlet and wait at least 60 minutes for the lamp to cool down before attempting to replace it.

4d. If the lamp breaks and the projector is hung from

a ceiling or installed in a high place, unplug the AC power cord from the AC power outlet and call a McIntosh Authorized Dealer for assitance.

5e. It is recommended to replace the lamp when near

the end of its designed life. Do not use the lamp beyond the maximum lighting time.

6f. Replace the defective lamp with a genuine Mc-

Intosh Lamp, matching the information in this Owner’s Manual.

7g. Before replacing the lamp, carefully read the

Lamp Replacement Instructions in this Owner’s Manual and the instructions supplied with the replacement lamp.

8h. If the lamp breaks, leave the area immediately

and stay away for at least 30 minutes. Ventilate the room, so as not to inhale the mercury vapor. If you inhale the mercury vapor, see a physician immediately.

. The mercury

Thank You

Table of Contents

Your decision to own this McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector ranks you at the very top among discriminating video viewers. You now have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is assurance that you will receive many years of viewing enjoyment from this unit. Please take a short time to read the information in this manual. We want you to be as familiar as possible with all the features and functions of your new McIntosh.

Please Take A Moment

The serial number, purchase date and McIntosh Dealer name are important to you for possible insurance claim or future service. The spaces below have been provided for you to record that information:

Serial Number: __________________________________

Purchase Date: __________________________________

Dealer Name: ___________________________________

Technical Assistance

If at any time you have questions about your McIntosh product, contact your McIntosh Dealer who is familiar with your McIntosh equipment and any other brands that may be part of your system. If you or your Dealer wish additional help concerning a suspected problem, you can receive technical assistance for all McIntosh products at:

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903 Phone: 607-723-1545 Fax: 607-724-0549

Safety Instructions ............................................................ 2

Thank You and Please Take a Moment .............................

Technical Assistance and Customer Service ....................4

Table of Contents .............................................................. 4

General Information .........................................................5

Connector and Cable Information ....................................6

Introduction .......................................................................

Performance Features .......................................................7

Dimensions .......................................................................8

Installation:

Overview ........................................................................... 9

Ventilation .........................................................................

Projector and 16:9 Screen Mounting Location ................10

Projector and 4:3 Screen Mounting Location ................. 12

Initial Setup ......................................................................14

Connections:

Rear Panel Connections .................................................. 16

How to Connect the MDLP1 .......................................... 17

Connection Diagrams (Separate Sheet) ........ Mc2A,Mc2B

Remote Control:

Remote Control Push-buttons ......................................... 18

How to Operate by Remote Control ...............................19

Operation:

Front Panel Push-buttons, Indicators and Control .......... 20

Default Settings ...............................................................21

How to Operate the MDLP1 ........................................... 22

Additional Information:

Specifications .................................................................. 30

Packing Instruction .........................................................31

Customer Service

If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of repair, you can return it to your Dealer. You can also return it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department. For assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the McIntosh Service Department at:

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903 Phone: 607-723-3515 Fax: 607-723-1917

General Information

CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the Projec-

tor Lens Assembly, DO NOT at any time attempt to LIFT, CARRY or RE-ORIENT the Projector using the Lens.

1. The Main AC Power going to the MDLP1 and any other McIntosh Component(s) should not be applied until all the system components are connected together. Failure to do so could result in malfunctioning of some or all of the system’s normal operations. When the MDLP1 and other McIntosh Components are in their Standby Power Off Mode, the Microprocessor’s Circuitry inside each component is active and communication is occurring between them.

2. For additional connection information, refer to the owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the MDLP1 Video Projector.

3. To protect the Projector Lens from possible damage it is

advisable to keep the Lens Cover on the Projector during the following:

a. Transporting of the projector. b. Installation and connection of the projector. c. During the installation of other items and/or

remodeling of the room where the projector is located.

4. The Projector Lens is a precision optical device with

special coatings just like you would find on Professional Cameras. In the event the Lens requires cleaning to remove airborne particles such as dust and dirt from the Lens, use a safe cleaning product such as a clean and dry 3MTM Scotch-Brite® Microfiber Lens Cleaning Cloth. At no time should ordinary household cleaning products be used to clean the Lens, as damage will occur.

5. A McIntosh Power Controller may be added to the

MDLP1 to provide AC Power Switching to components without Power Control Connections, such as a motorized projection screen. See your McIntosh Dealer for additional information.

6. The IR Input, with 1/8 inch mini phone jack, is config-

ured for non-McIntosh IR sensors such as a Xantech Model 291-80 or equivalent. To avoid possible interaction, the MDLP1 Sensors may be disabled by activating the On-Screen Menu, then select from the menu Config→Remote Control→Wired. Then deactivate the On-Screen Menu. Refer to the “How to Operate the MDLP1” starting on page 23.

7. The On-Screen Menu System for adjustment of settings

is interactive and Video Input type based, make sure to

select the desired Video Input and Picture Mode before attempting to change the settings.

8. The MDLP1 has two Component Video Inputs for analog video signals and two HDMI Inputs for Digital video signals. The On-Screen Menu System has selec

tions for Composite Video, S-Video and RGB Inputs. Those inputs have no functionality when selected on the MDLP1.

9. When the symbol illustrated here is located on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the McIntosh Dealer where you purchased the product.

3MTM is a trademark of the 3M Company and Scotch-Brite® is a registered trademark of the 3M Company.

Connector and Cable Information

Power Control

Ground

N/C

Data Signal

N/C

Data Ground

IR Data Control

Ground

N/C

Power Control Connectors

The MDLP1 Power Control Output Jacks send and Power Control Input Jacks receive Power On/Off Signals when connected to McIntosh and other nonMcIntosh Components. A 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug is used for connection to the Power Control Input and Outputs on the MDLP1.

Note: The Data and Power Control Connecting Cable is avail-

able from the McIntosh Parts Department:

Data and Power Control Cable Part No. 170-202

Six foot, shielded 2 conductor, with 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plugs on each end.

Data Port Connectors

The MDLP1 Data In Port receives Remote Control Signals from other McIntosh Components. A 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug is used for connection. The IR Ports also use a 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug and allow the connection of other brand IR Receivers to the MDLP1.

RS232 DB9 Connector Pin Layout

1. N/C 6. N/C

2. Data Out (TXD) 7. N/C

3. Data In (RXD) 8. N/C

4. N/C 9. N/C

5. Gnd.

Connectors and Cable Information, Introduction and Performance Features

Introduction

The McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector is one of the finest projectors ever created. It utilizes the latest Digital Micro

mirror DeviceTM containing over 2 million individual pixels (1080p) and produces images of such high quality, it’s just like being there.

Performance Features

•DLP Chip

The McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector incorporates the latest and largest available Digital Light Processing (DLP) Dark Chip for use in a Home Theater Projector. The large chip size is 0.95 inch and produces a High Definition Image of 1920 x 1080 pixels.

• Advanced Optical System

The light source for the projector is the industry’s only 200 Watt DC Super High Pressure lamp assembly. This assures an image with even illumination, focused from edge to edge and accurate fully saturated colors. The light is fil tered by a large 98mm 7-segment color wheel incorporating a Neutral Density Filter Segment which enhances the black level during dark scenes. After the light is reflected by the DLP Chip, it is then precisely focused by a KonicaMinolta custom designed zoom lens. This lens is fully sealed and consists of 13 all-glass elements. The optics allow screen sizes ranging from 70 inches to 250 inches with a 16:9 wide aspect ratio for the Medium Throw Lens or 80 inches to 300 inches with a 16:9 wide aspect ratio for the Long Throw Lens.

• Advanced Filter Wheel Design

The color filter wheel spins at 10,800 RPM, making color breakup (rainbow effect) a thing of the past. The quiet filter wheel motor uses a Fluid Dynamic Bearing for silent and reliable operation.

• Placement Compensation

The MDLP1 Projector incorporates numerous adjustments, compensating for less then ideal projector/screen position ing. These adjustments include a Lens shift feature for vertically positioning the projection point, digital correction of vertical keystone distortion and projection modes for functional, hanging and rear projection.

• Enhanced Video Processing

The Video Circuitry uses the very latest in processing algorithms to produce an excellent image regardless of the

video source, from 480i to 1080p. There is a special 1080p direct pixel pass through mode when the MDLP1 Projector is used with the McIntosh VP1000 Video Processor.

• Video Adjustments

The MDPL1 allows for complete adjustment of all the im

portant image quality effecting parameters, such as Color Temperature, Gamma and Black Level. There are also user adjustments with the ability to store the settings for future recall, along with three preset modes (Theater, Standard and Dynamic).

• HDMI Connectivity

The MDLP1 has two HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) inputs and accepts 1080p signals.

• Total Component Integration

The MDLP1 is designed to work seamless with the McIn

tosh VP1000 Video Processor and the McIntosh AP1000 Audio Processor.

• On-Screen Information Displays

The On-Screen Display indicates the Source Selection and Information about the source signal. The Menu Selections and Adjustments are also displayed on screen.

• Die Cast Internal Chassis

The MDLP1 die cast aluminum internal chassis assures the precise mechanical alignment of the entire hermetically sealed optical light path, which is necessary for a sharp, highly detailed and accurate color image. The die cast chassis also assures low operating noise and also helps to dissipate heat away from the sensitive internal components.

• Machined Top and Bottom Panels

The MDLP1 Top and Bottom Panels are machined from thick aluminum with a smooth black anodized finish.

• Special Power Supply

Fully regulated Power Supplies ensure stable noise free operation even though the power line varies.

• Fiber Optic Solid State Front Panel Illumination

The even illumination of the Top Panel is accomplished by the combination of a custom designed Fiber Optic Light Diffuser and a extra long life Light Emitting Diode (LED). The glass Top Panel ensures the pristine beauty of the MDLP1 will be retained for many years.

Digital Micromirror Device, Digital Light Processing, DLP, DLP logo, and DLP Medallion logo are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments.

Dimensions

20-1/4"

51.44cm

6-3/4"

17.15cm

Front View of the MDLP1

Rear View of the MDLP1

Side View of the MDLP1

6-1/4"

15.88cm

9-1/2"

24.13cm

Adjustable Height Front Feet

20-1/4"

51.44cm

6-3/4"

17.15cm

13"

33.02cm

17-11/16"

44.93cm

13-3/4"

34.93cm

1-1/8"

3.18cm (See Note 1)

3-1/4"

8.26cm

14-1/8"

35.88cm

Note 1: The Long Throw Lens

deminsion is

1- 3/8 (3.49cm)

The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MDLP1. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the MDLP1 into cabinets.

Dimensions

Installation Overview

MDLP1 Bottom View

MDLP1 Rear View

Primary Cool Air Input No. 2

Primary Cool Air Input No. 1

Secondary Cool Air Input No. 3

Secondary Cool Air Input No. 1

Primary Warm Air Exit

Secondary Cool Air Input No. 2

For the best possible image reproduction by the McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector, it is important to observe the following:

CAUTION: The MDLP1 Video Projector weight

is 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms). When mounting the projector to a building structure it is important to follow all of the local building/constuction codes.

1. Decide on a viewing area with either subdued and/ or controlled ambient lighting.

2. Choose a projector screen designed specifically to work with images from a DLP Projector.

3. Locate the position of the MDLP1 Projector relative to the projector screen to maximize image quality and minimize optical distortions.

4. Provide adequate ventilation.

The information below and on the following pages will assist in the location of the Projector. It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIntosh Dealer, who are skilled in all aspects of installation and operation, install the MDLP1 Video Projector and any associated audio/video equipment.

Installation

Ventilation

Always provide adequate ventilation for your MDLP1. Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not install the MDLP1 directly above a heat generating component. Refer to figures 1 and 2.

The MDLP1 is designed to be placed upright on a solid flat surface, resting on its three feet with unrestricted air flow around it. Allow at least 1 foot (30.48 cm) of space between the Primary Warm Air Exit ventilation holes and the nearest wall or obstruction. There should be at least 3 inches (7.62 cm) between the Primary Cool Air Input ventilation holes and the nearest wall or obstruction. The ambient air temperature should not exceed 95°F (35°C).

The projector uses two primary and three secondary cool air input vents together with one primary warm air exit vent. Refer to the illustration on this page. The air flow in or out of these vents needs to be unrestricted at all times during operation.

In the event the MDLP1 is to be placed into an enclosure restricting air flow around the projector, some type of ducted forced air venting system would need to be implemented for the primary input 1 and 2 vents along with the primary exit vent.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Bottom of Screen

Ceiling

Vertical Screen Height

Acceptable Projector Mounting Height

Top of Screen

Vertical Center of Screen

Distance (Minimum-Maximum) between the Screen and the Projector Lens

Floor

Top of Screen

Vertical Screen Height

Vertical Center of Screen

Distance (Minimum-Maximum) between the Screen and the Projector Lens

Bottom of Screen

Acceptable Projector Mounting Height

Projector and 16:9 Screen Mounting Location

The illustrations below together with the charts on the adjacent page, will help to assure the correct mounting locations for both the projector and the screen.

Projector mounted from the ceiling

CAUTION:

The MDLP1 Video Projector

weight is 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms). When mounting the projector to a building structure it is important to follow all of the local building/constuction codes. Not evaluated for Wall or Ceiling Mounting.

Projector placed above the floor

Installation, con’t

MDLP1M (with Medium Throw Lens) - 16:9 Screen Size (1.77:1 Aspect Ratio)

Screen Diagonal Screen Width Screen Height Minimum Distance Maximum Distance

Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters

70 177.8 61 155.0 34-5/16 87.2 88-6/16 224.3 129-1/16 327.6

72 182.9 62-12/16 159.4 35-5/16 89.7 90-15/16 230.8 132-13/16 337.1

80 203.2 69-12/16 177.1 39-4/16 99.0 101-5/16 257.1 147-13/16 375.1

82 208.3 71-8/16 181.5 40-3/16 102.1 103-14/16 263.6 151-9/16 384.6

84 213.4 73-3/16 186.0 41-3/16 104.6 106-7/16 270.2 155-5/16 394.1

90 228.6 78-7/16 199.2 44-2/16 112.1 114-3/16 289.9 166-8/16 422.6

92 233.7 80-3/16 203.7 45-2/16 114.6 116-13/16 296.4 170-4/16 432.1

100 254.0 87-3/16 221.4 49 124.5 127-2/16 322.7 185-4/16 470.1

106 269.2 92-6/16 234.7 51-15-16 132.0 134-14/16 342.3 196-7/16 498.6

110 279.4 95-14/16 243.5 53-15/16 137.0 140-1/16 355.5 203-15/16 517.6

120 304.8 104-9/16 265.7 58-13/16 149.4 153 388.3 222-11/16 565.1

123 312.42 107-3/16 272.3 60-5/16 153.2 156-14/16 398.1 228-4/16 579.4

133 337.8 115-15/16 294.4 65-3/16 165.6 169-12/16 430.9 247 626.9

135 342.9 117-11/16 298.9 66-3/16 168.1 172-6/16 437.5 250-12/16 636.4

150 381.0 130-12/16 332.1 73-9/16 186.8 191-12/16 486.7 278-13/16 707.6

170 431.8 148-3/16 376.3 83-6/16 211.7 217-9/16 552.3 316-4/16 802.6

200 508.0 174-5/16 442.8 98-1/16 249.1 256-6/16 650.7 372-6/16 945.1

250 635.0 217-14/16 553.5 122-9/16 311.3 321 814.7 465-15/16 1,182.6

MDLP1L (with Long Throw Lens) - 16:9 Screen Size (1.77:1 Aspect Ratio)

Screen Diagonal Screen Width Screen Height Minimum Distance Maximum Distance

Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters

80 203.2 69-12/16 177.1 39-4/16 99.6 147-3/16 373.5 222-3/16 564.0

82 208.3 71-8/16 181.5 40-3/16 102.1 150-15/16 383.0 227-13/16 578.2

84 213.4 73-3/16 186.0 41-3/16 104.6 154-10/16 392.5 233-7/16 592.5

90 228.6 78-7/16 199.2 44-2/16 112.1 165-14/16 421.0 250-5/16 635.3

92 233.7 80-3/16 203.7 45-2/16 114.6 169-10/16 430.5 255-15/16 649.5

100 254.0 87-3/16 221.4 49 124.5 184-10/16 468.5 278-6/16 706.6

106 269.2 92-6/16 234.7 51-15/16 132.0 195-13/16 497.0 295-4/16 749.3

110 279.4 95-14/16 243.5 53-15/16 137.0 203-5/16 516.0 306-8/16 777.9

120 304.8 104-9/16 265.7 58-13/16 149.4 222 563.5 334-9/16 849.2

123 312.42 107-3/16 272.3 60-5/16 153.2 227-10/16 577.8 343 870.6

133 337.8 115-15/16 294.4 65-3/16 165.6 246-6/16 625.3 371-1/16 941.9

135 342.9 117-11/16 298.9 66-3/16 168.1 250-2/16 634.8 376-11/16 956.1

150 381.0 130-12/16 332.1 73-9/16 186.8 278-3/16 706.0 418-14/16 1,063.1

170 431.8 148-3/16 376.3 83-6/16 211.7 315-10/16 801.0 475 1,205.7

200 508.0 174-5/16 442.8 98-1/16 249.1 371-12/16 943.5 559-5/16 1,419.6

250 635.0 217-14/16 553.5 122-9/16 311.3 465-5/16 1,181.0 699-12/16 1,776.1

300 762.0 261-8/16 664.1 147-1/16 373.6 558-14/16 1,418.5 840-4/16 2,132.6

Bottom of Screen

Ceiling

Vertical Screen Height

Acceptable Projector Mounting Height

Top of Screen

Vertical Center of Screen

Distance (Minimum-Maximum) between the Screen and the Projector Lens

Floor

Top of Screen

Vertical Screen Height

Vertical Center of Screen

Distance (Minimum-Maximum) between the Screen and the Projector Lens

Bottom of Screen

Acceptable Projector Mounting Height

Projector and 4:3 Screen Mounting Location

The illustrations below together with the charts on the adjacent page, will help to assure the correct mounting locations for both the projector and the screen.

Projector mounted from the ceiling

CAUTION:

The MDLP1 Video Projector

Projector placed above the floor

Installation, con’t

MDLP1M (with Medium Throw Lens) - 4:3 Screen Size (1.33:1 Aspect Ratio)

Screen Diagonal Screen Width Screen Height Minimum Distance Maximum Distance

Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters

70 177.8 56 142.2 42 106.7 108-8/16 275.4 158-5/16 401.8

72 182.9 57-10/16 146.3 43-3/16 109.7 111-10/16 283.4 162-14/16 413.4

80 203.2 64 162.6 48 121.9 124-5/16 315.5 181-3/16 459.9

82 208.3 65-10/16 166.6 49-3-16 125.0 127-7/16 323.5 185-13/16 471.5

84 213.4 67-3/16 170.7 50-6/16 128.0 130-10/16 331.5 190-6/16 483.2

90 228.6 72 182.9 54 137.2 140-1/16 355.6 204-2/16 518.0

92 233.7 73-10/16 186.9 55-3/16 140.2 143-4/16 363.6 208-11/16 529.6

100 254.0 80 203.2 60 152.4 155-14/16 395.7 227 576.1

106 269.2 84-13/16 215.4 63-10/16 161.5 165-6/16 419.7 240-12/16 611.0

110 279.4 88 223.5 66 167.6 171-11/16 435.8 249-14/16 634.2

120 304.8 96 243.8 72 182.9 187-8/16 475.9 272-12/16 692.3

123 312.42 98-6-16 249.9 73-13/16 187.5 192-4/16 487.9 279-10/16 709.8

133 337.8 106-6/16 270.3 79-13-16 202.7 208 528.0 302-9/16 767.9

135 342.9 108 274.3 81 205.7 211-3/16 536.0 307-2/16 779.5

150 381.0 120 304.8 90 228.6 234-14/16 596.2 341-7/16 866.6

170 431.8 136 345.4 102 259.1 266-8/16 676.4 387-4/16 982.8

200 508.0 160 406.4 120 304.8 313-14/16 796.7 455-14/16 1,157.1

250 635.0 200 508.0 150 381.0 392-14/16 997.2 570-6/16 1,447.6

MDLP1L (with Long Throw Lens) - 4:3 Screen Size (1.33:1 Aspect Ratio)

Screen Diagonal Screen Width Screen Height Minimum Distance Maximum Distance

Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters Inches Centimeters

60 152.4 48 121.9 36 91.4 203-13/16 517.4 203-13/16 517.4

70 177.8 56 142.2 42 106.7 157-11/16 400.2 238-4/16 604.7

72 182.9 57-10/16 146.3 43-3/16 109.7 162-4/16 411.8 245-2/16 622.1

80 203.2 64 162.6 48 121.9 180-9/16 458.3 272-10/16 692.0

82 208.3 65-10/16 166.6 49-3/16 125.0 185-3/16 469.9 279-8/16 709.4

84 213.4 67-3/16 170.7 50-6/16 128.0 189-12/16 481.6 286-6/16 726.9

90 228.6 72 182.9 54 137.2 203-8/16 516.4 307 779.3

92 233.7 73-10/16 186.9 55-3/16 140.2 208-1/16 528.0 313-15/16 796.7

100 254.0 80 203.2 60 152.4 226-6/16 574.5 341-7/16 866.6

106 269.2 84-13/16 215.4 63-10/16 161.5 240-2/16 609.4 362-1/16 918.9

110 279.4 88 223.5 66 167.6 249-4/16 632.6 375-13/16 953.9

120 304.8 96 243.8 72 182.9 272-2/16 690.7 410-3/16 1,041.2

123 312.42 98-6/16 249.9 73-13/16 187.5 279 708.2 420-9/16 1,067.4

133 337.8 106-6/16 270.3 79-13/16 202.7 301-14/16 766.3 454-15/16 1,154.7

135 342.9 108 274.3 81 205.7 306-8/16 777.9 461-13/16 1,172.1

150 381.0 120 304.8 90 228.6 340-13/16 865.0 513-6/16 1,303.1

170 431.8 136 345.4 102 259.1 386-10/16 981.2 582-3/16 1,477.7

200 508.0 160 406.4 120 304.8 455-4/16 1,155.5 685-6/16 1,739.6

250 635.0 200 508.0 150 381.0 569-12/16 1,446.0 857-6/16 2,176.1

300 762.0 240 609.6 180 457.2 684-3/16 1,736.5 1,029-6/16 2,612.6

Initial Setup

LARGER

SMALLER

IMAGE SIZE

IMAGE FOCUS

The Initial Setup Section is to assist with minimizing the possible geometric distortions in the projected image caused by the physical orientation of the MDLP1 Video Projector relative to the screen. While there are electronic adjustments to correct for some of these geometric distortions, the best images will be achieved when minimal electronic adjustments are used.

After the projector and screen locations have been established (refer to the four previous pages), the next step is to perform the basic optical and mechanical orientation adjustments as follows:

Note: Some installations

might require location positional adjustments in addition to and/or in place of the projector’s built-in adjustments.

1. Connect the projector to a live AC Outlet.

2. Remove the protective cover from the projector lens.

3. The Red LED to the left of the STANDBY/ON

Figure 3

Push-button lights to indicate the MDLP1 is in Standby mode. To Switch ON the MDLP1, press the STANDBY/ON Push-button on the Projector Control Panel or the PROJector ON Push-button using the Remote Control. The Green LED to the right of the STANDBY/ON Pushbutton lights to indicate the MDLP1 is ON. Refer to figures 3 and 4.

Note: It is normal for the projector

lamp warm up period to last about a minute before an image appears on the screen.

4. Press the PATTERN Push-button on the Control Panel or the Remote Control. Refer to figures 3 and 4.

The Crosshatch Test Pattern (Horizon-

tal and Vertical White Lines on a Black Background) will appear on the screen and will be used during the following steps. Refer to figures 5 and 6.

Figure 4

5. Rotate clockwise or counterclockwise the Knurled Ring surface on the front section of the projector lens to perform an initial focus adjustment. Refer to figures 5 and 6.

Note: Figure 6 is an

example of an out of focus image. Do not be concerned at this time if the image doesn’t fill the screen, is not centered and/or has geometric distortion.

Figure 5

Figure 6

The next several adjustments will be performed to achieve

the following:

A. Fill the screen with the image. B. Center the image both horizontally and verti-

cally on the screen.

C. Minimize any horizontal keystone distortion

of the image.

D. Orient the image to be parallel with the top,

bottom and sides of the screen.

6. Rotate clockwise or counterclockwise the Knurled Ring surface on the rear section of the projector lens to fill the screen with the Crosshatch Test Pattern. Refer to figures 5 and 7.

7. Move the entire projector slightly to the left or right to center the image horizontally on the screen.

Figure 7

8. Using the LENS SHIFT Control, located on the Top Control Panel, center the image vertically on the screen. Refer to figures 3, 8 and 9.

Note: If the Crosshatch Test Pattern lines change in color

from white to green, the current vertical height of the projector relative to the screen will not produce an acceptable image. Reposition either the projector or the screen vertically so when the image is

Screen

Figure 8

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Figure 9

centered vertically on the screen the Crosshatch Test Pattern lines are again white in color.

9. Using the Knurled Ring surfaces on the projector lens adjust the size and focus of the image. Refer to figure

10. Rotate one or both of the projector feet to line up the top and bottom horizontal lines of the Crosshatch Test Pattern to be parallel with the top and bottom edges of the screen. Refer to figures 5 and 10.

Figure 10

Note: If more than several turns are needed there is a

release lever located next to the foot for rapid and large changes in height. Refer to figure 11.

Initial Setup

11. Using the Knurled Ring surfaces on the projector lens adjust the size and focus of the image. Refer to figure 7.

12. Rotate the projector clockwise or counterclockwise about the center horizontal axis to minimize any horizontal keystone distortion. The top and bottom horizontal lines of the Crosshatch Test Pattern should be parallel with the top and bottom edges of the screen. Refer to figures 5, 12 and 13.

13. Using the knurled ring surfaces on the projector lens to adjust the size and focus of the image. Refer to figure 7.

14. Repeat steps 6 thru 13 until no further improvements can be made.

Note: Correction

for any vertical keystone distortion of the image will be performed later during the electronic setup adjustments on page 23.

15. Press the STANDBY/ON Pushbutton on the Projector Control Panel or the PROJ ON Push-button using the Remote Control.

16. Temporarily place the previously removed protective cover onto the projector lens.

17. Remove the AC Power Cord from the projector.

18. Proceed to the “How to connect the MDLP1”

on page 17.

Figure 12

Figure 13

Figure 11

Rear Panel Connections and Switch

DATA IN Port receives signals from McIntosh A/V Control Center for Remote Control Operation

COMPONENT INPUTS receive Com ponent Video (Y, PR and PB) Signals from Component Video Sources

TRIGGER 1 Output sends a Turn-On signal to other components when the MDLP1 is switched On

POWER CONTROL IN receives turn-on signals from a McIntosh component and POWER CONTROL OUT sends turn-on signals on to another McIntosh Component

TRIGGER 2 Output sends Turn-On signals to other components and may be assigned to activate when a specific aspect ratio is selected.

Switches Off the illumination to the Top Control Panel McIntosh Logo

RS232 connector for connection to a computer or other control device

IR INput for connecting an IR Receiver

Connect the MDLP1 power cord to a live AC outlet. Refer to information on the back panel to determine the correct voltage

HDMI Inputs receive digital video signals from a McIntosh A/V Control Center and/or other source compo nents

How to Connect the MDLP1

The MDLP1 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Components via the Power Control and Trigger Connections. The Data Port Connections allow for the remote operation of the MDLP1 from other McIntosh Components. With an external sensor connected to the MDLP1, remote control operation is possible when the MDLP1 is located in an enclosure.

The connection instructions below, together with the AP1000/MDLP1/VP1000 Input and Control Connection Diagrams located on the separate folded sheet “Mc2A and Mc2B”, are an example of a typical audio/video system. Your system may vary from this; however, the actual components would be connected in a similar manner.

For additional information refer to “Connector and Cable Information” on page 6.

Note: With the addition of a McIntosh Power Controller

connected to the MDLP1,

be provided to components such as a motorized projection screen. Contact your McIntosh Dealer for

additional information.

Power Control Connections:

1. Connect a Control Cable from the MDLP1 POWER CONTROL IN Jack to the Power Control Out A Jack on the McIntosh VP1000 Video Processor.

If the MDLP1 is connected to a McIntosh Audio/Video

Control Center MX136, MX135, MX120, MX119, MX134 or MX132 (MX Series) add the following connection:

2. Connect a Control Cable from the MDLP1 POWER CONTROL IN A Jack to the McIntosh MX Series Power Control Zone A Out Jack.

Data Control Connections:

When the MDLP1 is connected to the McIntosh VP1000

Video Processor no Data Port connection is necessary. If the MDLP1 is connected to a McIntosh Audio/Video Control Center MX136, MX135, MX120, MX119, MX134 or MX132 (MX Series) add the following connection:

3. Connect a Control Cable from the MDLP1 DATA IN Jack to the McIntosh MX Series SUM A Data Port Jack.

Video Connections:

When the MDLP1 is connected to the McIntosh VP1000

Video Processor add the following connections. If there is no VP1000 proceed to step 6.

4. Connect a Video Cable from the MDLP1 Y1, PB1 and

PR1 COMPONENT VIDEO Input Jacks to the McIntosh VP1000 Component Video MON A Jacks.

5. Connect a Video Cable from the MDLP1 HDMI 1

Input Jack to the McIntosh VP1000 HDMI MON A Output Jack.

AC Power Switching can

How to Connect the MDLP1

If the MDLP1 is connected to a McIntosh Audio/Video

Control Center MX136, MX135, MX120, MX119, or MX134 (MX Series) add the following connection:

6. Connect a Video Cable from the MDLP1 Y1, PB1 and PR1 COMPONENT VIDEO Input Jacks to the McIntosh MX Series Component Video MON A Jacks.

7. Connect a Video Cable from the MDLP1 HDMI 1 Input Jack to the McIntosh MX Series HDMI MON A Output Jack.

Note: Only the MX136 and MX120 Audio/Video Con-

trol Centers will have a HDMI MON A Jack.

AC Power Cord Connections:

8. Connect the MDLP1 AC Power Cord to a live AC outlet.

9. Connect the remaining components’ AC Power Cords.

Selects which component, either the VP1000 Processor or the MDLP1 Projector, the remote control com mands are sent to

Remote Control Push-Buttons

LED illuminates during the time a remote command is sent to the MDLP1

Used to change the Color Temperature settings

Press to adjust the selected function

Used to change the Gamma settings

Press to recall various On-Screen Information, press a second time to deactivate the Menus

Press to change the Aspect Ratio of the video image

Press to select one of three predefined picture settings or select one of nine user defined picture settings

Changes the film frame processing from Auto to Off

Activates the OnScreen Crosshatch Test Pattern

Used to change the Lens Iris opening size

Press to activate the various OnScreen Menus, press a second time to deactivate the Menus

Used to navigate up, down, to the left and to the right through the various menus. Also used to select the desired function or option

Press to select the desired Screen Blanking Setting from Memory Locations 1-3 or switch Off the Blanking Function

Press to Power ON or OFF the MDLP1

Press to select the desired video source, Component 1, Component 2, HDMI 1 or HDMI 2

Note: Push-buttons whose function is not identified above

are for use with other McIntosh Components

How to use the Remote Control

The supplied Remote Control is capable of directly controlling the functions of the McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector and VP1000 Video Processor. For additional information on the various video adjustments and their purpose, please refer to the “How to Operate the MDLP1” section of this manual starting on page 22.

Note: At times it might appear the selected function is not re-

sponding when using the Remote Control. This can be due to the Input selected, the presence of a video signal for that input and the Picture Mode selected. Please refer to page 22 for additional information.

Device Selection

This Remote Control is used to operate the McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector and the VP1000 Video Processor. When using the Remote Control with the MDLP1, first press the DEVICE PROJector push-button and then press the push-button for the desired function. It is only required to press the DEVICE PROJector push-button once, unless the Remote Control is also being used to control the VP1000 Video Processor. When the Remote Control is being used to control both McIntosh Components, either the DEVICE PROCessor or the DEVICE PROJector push-button would need to be pressed first, before sending commands to the desired component.

Note: When any of the Push-but-

tons in the adjacent illustration are pressed, the Remote Control automatically switches to sending VP1000 Video Processor IR Codes.

Power On

Press PROJector ON to switch the power On to the MDLP1.

Power Off

Press PROJector OFF to switch the power Off to the MDLP1.

Color Temperature

Allows for changing on the fly1 the color neutrality of the image from warm thru cool (six different settings).

Iris

Allows for changing on the fly

the overall Image Brightness by varying the opening size of the Lens Iris (two different settings).

Gamma

Allows for changing on the fly

selected narrow segments of the gray scale, where the selected segment range of brightness/contrast is expanded (eight different segments).

Note: The term “Gray Scale” refers to the image intensity

range from Black to White with shades of gray in-between.

Aspect Ratio

Allows for presenting the image with different height to width sizes. The choices available vary according to the original source material type, projector settings and input used.

Picture Modes

There are three preset modes THTR (Theater), STD (Stan dard) and DYN (Dynamic) along with three user group set selections, G1, G2 or G3. With every press of the G1 push-button a different User Setting will be selected (U1, U2 or U3). The G2 push-button will select (U4, U5 or U6) and the G3 push-button selects (U7, U8 or U9). Refer to “How to Operate the MDLP1” for additional information on using the User defined image settings.

Note: Changing the Picture Mode using the Remote Control

Picture Mode Push-buttons will not occur if the OnScreen Menu is active. If the Menu is active, the Picture Mode may be changed using the Picture Mode Menu functions.

Adjust Functions

After menu functions displaying a horizontal adjust

ment bar on the screen have been selected, such as Image Brightness, the ADJUST+ or ADJUST- push-buttons may be used to vary the brightness of the image.

When some Picture Modes are selected, “the changing on the

fly” feature is not available.

Front Panel Push-buttons, Indicators and Control

Used to navigate up, down, to the left and to the right through the various menus. Also used to select the desired function or option

Indicates when the projector lamp has failed or if one of the safety functions has been acivated

IR Sensor receives commands from a Remote Control

Selects one of four Video Sources available and indicates the selected video input

Standby Power On Indicator

Allows the Projector Lens assembly to be raised or lowered vertically for centering the image on the screen

Activates the OnScreen CrossHatch Video Test Pattern

Activates the On-Screen Menus for changing the settings

Power ON Indicator

STANDBY/ON Push-button switches the MDLP1 ON or OFF (Standby)

Default Settings

The Default Settings Charts indicate the On-Screen Menu Name, Function, Default Settings and the page number for additional information.

Default Settings

MENU FUNCTION SETTING PAGE

Picture Mode Theater Default 24

Standard (Default) Default 24

Dynamic Default 24

User

Picture Adjust Gamma Standard 24

Contrast

Brightness 0 24

Color

Tint 0 24

Color Temp. 3 24

Lamp Mode Normal 25

Iris F6.0 25

Aspect Full 25

Fine Menu 1 Sharpness

Noise Reduction

R Gain

G Gain 0 26

B Gain

R Bias 0 26

G Bias 0 26

B Bias

Fine Menu 2 Cinema Auto 26

VCR Mode Off 26

Black Level Expand 26

FRC Auto 26

CEC Off 26

Picture Shift V

Luminance Gain 0 26

Chroma Delay 0 26

Input Signal Component 1 Auto 27

Component 2 Auto 27

HDMI 1 Auto 27

HDMI 2 Auto 27

CSC-HDMI 1 Auto 27

CSC-HDMI 2 Auto 27

1 24

0 24

0 26

MENU FUNCTION SETTING PAGE

RGB/HD Adjust Mode Auto 27

Readjust ---- 27

Resolution H 0 27

Resolution V 0 27

Position H

Position V 0 27

Phase 0 27

Clamp Position

Clamp Width 0 27

Display Keystone 0 23

Scale 0 27

Width

Position H 0 27

Position V 0 27

Overscan Enable 27

Installation Front 23

OSD/Blanking Menu Position Top-L 28

Language English 28

Status Info Enable 28

Power-Off Confirm Disable 28

Blanking Memory Off 28

Blanking Top

Blanking Bottom

Blanking Left 0 28

Blanking Right 0 28

Config. Auto Power Off Disable 28

Trigger 2 Full On 28

Trigger 2 Normal On 28

Trigger 2 Zoom On 28

Trigger 2 V-stretch On 28

Trigger 2 Through On 28

Remote Control Wireless 23

Reset Lamp Life No 29

Reset All No 29

0 27

0 28

How to Operate the MDLP1

Power

The Red LED to the left of the STANDBY/ON Push-button lights to indicate the MDLP1 is in Standby mode. To Switch ON the MDLP1, press the STANDBY/ON Pushbutton on the Projector Control Panel or the Projector ON Push-button using the Remote Control. The Green LED to the right of the STANDBY/ON Push-button lights to indicate the MDLP1 is ON. Refer to figures 14 and 15.

Notes: 1. It is normal for the projector lamp warm up period

to last about a minute before an image appears on the screen.

2. If the Initial Setup for the MDLP1 has not yet been performed refer to page 14 at this time.

Figure 14

Source Selection

The default Source Select for the MDLP1 Projector is the COMPonent 1 Input. There is an additional Component Video Input (COMP 2) along with two HDMI Inputs. Select the desired source using the push-buttons located on the Projector Control Panel or on the PROJ INPUT Pushbuttons located on the Remote Control. Refer to figures 14 and 15.

Note: Whenever possible use HDMI connections between

the source device output to the MDLP1 Input. This will yield better image quality, as the video signal will go through one less analog to digital conversion process and possibly one less digital to analog conversion process as well.

Image Adjustments and Setting changes

All of the electronic based image adjustments and processing settings are performed by using the extensive On-Screen Menuing System. The On-Screen Menuing System is interactive and the ability to change a given setting is dependent on the Input selected, the presence of a video signal for that input, the Picture Mode selected and are automatically saved for the currently selected video input. When a menu item is “grayed out” it can not be changed until either another Input is selected, a signal is present or a different Picture mode is selected.

The selection of a menu item and the available choices/adjustments are performed by using the Navigation (◄LEFT, ►RIGHT, ▲UP or ▼DOWN) Push-buttons along with the ENTER/SELECT Push-buttons located on the Projector Control Panel and/or using the Remote Control Push-buttons.

The following examples will illustrate how to use the On-Screen Menuing System by performing the Display Installation Orientation, Display Vertical Keystone Adjustment and Remote Control Configuration. All of the remaining menu options are performed in a similar manner.

Figure 15

How to Operate the MDLP1

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Display Installation Orientation:

1. Press the MENU Push-button on either the Projector Control Panel or on the Remote Control. Refer to figures 14 and 15.

2. Using the Navigation ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button, select DISPLAY from the Main Menu choices. Refer to figure 16.

Figure 16

3. Using the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button plus the ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button, select INSTALLA TION from the Display Menu choices.

4. Press the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button plus the ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button select the correct orientation of the projector relative to the screen. Refer to figure 17.

4. Press the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button and the On-Screen Display changes to show the video image selected plus a horizontal adjustment bar located near the bottom of the screen. Refer to figure 18.

Figure 18

5. Press the ◄LEFT or ►RIGHT Navigation push-button to adjust the image so the left and right vertical sides of the image are parallel to the sides of the screen. Refer to figures 19 and 20.

Note: The ADJUST + and - Push-buttons on the Remote

Control may also used.

Figure 19

Vertical Keystone Adjustment:

1. Press the MENU Push-button on either the Projector Control Panel or on the Remote Control. Refer to figures 14 and 15.

2. Using the Navigation ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button, select DISPLAY from the Main Menu choices. Refer to figure 17.

3. Using the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button plus the ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button, select KEYSTONE from the Display Menu choices.

Figure 17

Figure 20

In order to see the sides of the projected image it might be necessary to temporarily reduce the size of the image by using the Lens Mechanical Size Adjustment, refer to page

14. After the Vertical Keystone correction has been performed, the projected image might not fill up the screen. If necessary, use the Lens Mechanical Size Adjustment to correct.

Remote Control Configuration: The MDLP1 has two built-in sensors, one on the front of the projector and the other sensor located on the Control

Panel. In certain installations it might be desirable to use

Wireless ?

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Res et Lam p Lif e

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an external sensor connected to the IR Jack. If an external sensor is used, it is advisable to switch Off the built-in sensors to prevent possible interference. To switch Off these sensors perform the following steps:

1. Press the MENU Push-button on either the Projector Control Panel or on the Remote Control. Refer to figures 14 and 15.

2. Using the Navigation ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button, select CONFIG. from the Main Menu choices. Refer to figure 21.

Figure 23

Remote Control. To have the MDLP1 memorize the current setting perform the following:

1. Select a memory location (U1 thru U9) and then press the SELECT/ENTER Push-button.

2. Make the changes to the image using the menu system.

3. Reselect the memory location from step one and then press the SELECT/ENTER Push-button.

Figure 21

3. Using the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button plus the ▲UP or ▼DOWN Push-button, select REMOTE CONTROL from the Config. Menu choices.

4. Press the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button and the On-Screen Display changes to show a window. Refer to figure 22.

5. Press the ◄LEFT or ►RIGHT Navigation push-button to select YES to disable the

Figure 22

enternal sensors or NO to activate the internal sensors.

6. In order to activate the sensor choice, it is necessary to press the ENTER Push-button on the Control Panel.

Note: The SELECT Push-button on the Remote Control

will not activate the choice.

Picture Mode Selection

The MDLP1 has three predefined Picture Modes; Theater, Standard, Dynamic. There are also nine User definable Picture Modes. Refer to figure 23. A Picture Mode is a Memory Location that remembers the current image settings which are adjustable for the currently selected input.

ing a mode from the On-Screen MENU or pressing the Picture Mode push-buttons (THTR, STD, DYN) on the

There are two ways to select the Picture mode: select-

Picture Adjust Menu

There are various image adjustments available as follows: Refer to figure 24.

Figure 24

Gamma - There are eight different settings changing a

narrow range of the gray scale.

Color Temp. - The Color Temperature effects to what de

gree of neutrality the gray scale is.

Setting - Color Temperature (° Kelvin)

1 5250° K (overall reddish tint) 2 5800° K (slightly overall reddish tint) 3 6500° K (most neutral, default setting) 4 7500° K (slightly overall bluish tint 5 9300° K (overall bluish tint) HB High Bright (Display brightest image)

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Lamp Mode - The Normal setting provides a brightly il-

luminated image with reasonable projector lamp life. The Economy setting has slightly reduced illumination with an increase in lamp life.

Iris - The Lens “F-Stop” setting effects the overall image

brightness and contast. The F6.0 setting will increase the contrast range of the image. The F3.0 setting will increase the brightness range of the image.

Aspect - Allows for changing the projected image size

height to width ratio to compensate for the differ-

Figure 25

ent image sizes from various sources materials such as film and TV video. Refer to figure 25 and the chart below.

ASPECT RATIO OPTIONS

16:9 VIDEO SOURCE 4:3 VIDEO SOURCE

MODE IMAGE DECRIPTION IMAGE DECRIPTION

INPUT

SIGNAL

(HDMI, 1080p signal)

FULL

NORMAL

ZOOM

V-STRETCH

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Ratio is 1.78:1

The 16:9 image is displayed

with the correct aspect

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horizont al component s are

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aspect ratio is enlongated

THROUGH

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In the Fine Menu 1 there are two user type adjustments, image sharpness and noise reduction. The remaining adjustments are best performed by a professional with the necessary video signal generators and optical measurement equipment. Refer to figure 26.

Figure 26

Sharpness - Effects how soft or sharp the image is. Noise Reduction - Reduces the amount of electronic noise present in the video signal. R Gain - This menu allows setting the gain for red. G Gain - This menu allows setting the gain for green. B Gain - This menu allows setting the gain for blue. R Bias - This menu allows setting the bias for red. G Bias - This menu allows setting the bias for green. B Bias - This menu allows setting the bias for blue.

Note : The settings made in Fine Menu 1 are saved in the cur-

rently selected Picture Mode (Default excluded).

Fine Menu 2 Adjust

The following adjustment are intended to be use by a professional installer to compensate for differences in video signals from various sources. Refer to figure 27.

VCR Mode - On: A projector is forced into the intra-field

only deinterlacing mode.

Off: A projector is used with external field

memories and operates in the full set of deinterlacing modes, i.e., motion adaptive video deinterlacing and full frame film source deinterlacing using 3:2 pulldown detection (2:2 pulldown for 625/50 sources).

Black level - Select the black level by a video source.

FRC - Auto: Frame Rate Conversion function is basically

off. However FRC turns on automatically de

pending on vertical frequency of input signal.

On: Frame Rate Conversion function is On (60Hz

fixed).

CEC - On: Chroma Error Correction reduces CUE (Chro-

ma Up-sampling Error) of 1080i signals.

Off : Normally, use this mode.

Picture Shift V - When Aspect on the Picture Adjust menu

is set to Zoom, this setting allows the user to move the projected image vertically in order to see parts on the image not appearing on the screen.

Luminance Gain - This menu allows the users to set the

luminance gain.

Chroma Delay - This menu allows the users to set the chro-

minance delay.

Input Signal Resolution Selection

There are several SD (Standard Definition) and HD (High Definition) types of video signals the MDLP1 is capable of displaying. The default setting for the Component Video and HDMI Inputs of the MDLP1 is AUTO. In the AUTO Mode, the MDLP1 will automatically switch to the highest resolution possible for each of the video signals it receives. Refer to figure 28.

Note: The S-Video,Video and RGB Inputs are not used on the

MDLP1.

Cinema - Auto: Automatically selects the cinema mode

when a video signal is input. NTSC: 3-2 pull down, PAL: 2-2 pull down.

Off: Pull-down processing is not performed.

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Figure 28

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Item Resolution Selection Component Auto, 480i/576i, 480p, 540p, 576p, 720p 1 and 2 1035i, 1080i, 1080p HDMI Auto, 480i/576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1035i, 1 and 2 1080i, 1080p CSC HDMI Auto, RGB, YPBPR 4:4:4, YPBPR 4:2:2, 1 and 2 YCBCR 4:4:4, YCBCR 4:2:2,

Notes: CSC (Color Space Conversion) selection is for HDMI

inputs only. YPBPR mode is suitable for HD TV signals such a 720p, 1080i. YCBCR mode is suitable for SD TV signals such a 480i, 480p.

RGB/HD Adjust

The RGB/HD allow for fine adjustments to be made to HD (High Resolution) Video Signals. Refer to figure 29.

Figure 29

Mode - Auto: Automatically adjusts each of the RGB/HD

Menu items. Memory: Allows for manual adjustments of the (1-3) RGB/HD Menu items and the adjust

ments can be stored in one of three memory locations.

Resolution H, V - Adjusts the horizontal and vertical reso-

lution of the RGB/HD input signals.

Position H, V - Adjust the position of the input signal. H

adjusts the horizontal position of the input signal. V adjusts the vertical position of the input signal. The remaining adjustments are for RGB signals and are thus “grayed out”.

Display Menu Adjust

The Display Menu allows for electronic adjustments to be made to the image to compensate for orientation of the pro jector relative to the screen. Refer to figure 30.

Note: Before using the electronic adjustments, make sure all

of the Initial Setup Mechanical Adjustments have been made first. Refer to pages 14 and 15.

Figure 30

Keystone - Refer to “Vertical Keystone Adjustment” on

page 23.

Scale - Reduces the image size without changing the aspect

ratio. The image can be reduced to about 70% of the original size.

Width - Reduces the image width without changing the

image height. The width can be reduced to about 75% of the original size.

Position H, V - Adjust the position of the input signal. H

adjusts the horizontal position of the input signal. V adjusts the vertical position of the input signal.

Overscan - Selects whether to show or hide picture borders

with SD (Standard Definition) video signals. Enable: Default mode. Disable: Reduces the size of the image so the

edges of the video signal can be seen.

Installation - Refer to “Display Installation Orientation” on

page 23.

OSD/Blanking

The OSD (On-Screen Display) and Blanking Adjustments default settings may be changed for personal preferences. Refer to figure 31 on the next page.

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Auto Power Off

Menu Position - There are nine different positions On-

Screen to display the menus.

Status Info. - Displays On-Screen information about the

status of the video input signal and when other operational modes are selected. This occurs when the INFO push-button or other push-buttons are pressed on the Remote Control. Enable: Displays the current status for a set

amount of time in the upper righthand corner of the screen.

Disable: The information is not displayed.

Power-OFF Confirm - Displays an On-Screen message

requesting confirmation after pressing either the PROJ OFF Push-button on the Remote Control or the STANDBY/ON push-button on the Projector Control Panel (as the push-button may have been pressed by mistake). Disable: Switches Off power to

the projector without the option provided by the confirmation message.

Enable: The confirmation message

will appear after pressing either push-button to switch power Off to the projector.

Blanking Memory - There are three memory locations

capable of storing how much projected image (top/bottom/sides) will be cut

off by black bands (masking) to prevent viewing the undesirable parts of the image. Memory 1-3: Each of the three mem-

ory locations will store and retrieve the desired masking settings.

Off: Switches Off the blank-

ing mode Off. No masking occurs.

Config. Settings

The items in the configuration menu determine how the MDLP1 Projector interfaces with other equipment, such as motorized projection screens. There are also settings dealing with the MDLP1 Projection Lamp. Refer to figure 32 and your McIntosh Dealer for additional information and/or assistance.

Figure 32

Auto Power Off - This feature allows for the MDLP1 to be

switched Off automatically 10 minutes after there is a loss of a video signal on the currently selected input, thus conserving the projectors lamp life.

Enable: This setting will activate the

feature. Approximately nine minutes after there is a loss

of the video signal, an On-Screen message will appear. If the MDLP1 doesn’t receive a video

Figure 33

signal on the currently selected input or a new

command is not issued via the Control Panel or Remote Control, the MDLP1 will switch Off about one minute later. Refer to figure 33.

Disable: The Auto Power Off Feature is

switched Off.

Tigger 2 - Is activated by changing the Aspect Ratio (Full,

Normal, Zoom, V-stretch and Through). This allows for changing the size of the reflective area of the projection screen (via motorized masking) and/or the addition of an external lens in the light path. With a given Trigger 2 (Full,

How to Operate the MDLP1, con’t

Reset All ?

Yes No

Reset Lamp Life ?

Lamp Life 5 Hours

Warning

Lamp Life 0 Hours

Warning

Lamp Life 100 Hours

Inf ormat ion

Video Input HDM I 1 - 1080 p

Pic ture Mode User 1

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Asp ect Normal

Lam p Mod e Econo my

Iri s F6 .0

Lam p Lif e 921 Hours

Total Time 365 3 Hou rs

Normal, Zoom, V-stretch and Through) set to ON a 12VDC output will appear at the Trigger 2 Output Jack; when set to OFF, 0V appears at Trigger 2 Output Jack.

Remote Control - Selection includes the two built in sen-

sors along with any external sensor(s) connected via the external IR Input Jack or just external sensor(s). Refer to page 5, General Information Note 6. Wireless: Selects external sensor(s) only. Wired: Selects the two internal sensors and any external sensor(s) connected to the MDLP1.

Note: When making a change to the cur-

rent menu setting, the ENTER Pushbutton on the MDLP1 Control Panel must be used to effect the desired

change.

Reset Lamp Life - The projection lamp used in the MDLP1

has a maximun life expectancy of 2,000 hours. If at any time you would like to know how many hours of use are left for the lamp, press the INFO Push-button on the Remote Control and the On-Screen Display will appear indicating the number of hours remaining. Refer to figure 34. When there is aproximately

mately 5 hours remaining.

Refer to figure 36. Finally,

the last warning message

will appear On-Screen,

Figure 36

the MDLP1 Projector will

shut Off and the Control

Panel WARNING/LAMP

LED will illuminate red. Refer to figure 37. After your McIntosh

Figure 37

Dealer has replaced the Projector Lamp, check to make sure the Lamp Life has been reset by pressing the INFO Push-button on the Remote Control. The On-Screen Display should

Figure 38

indicate 2,000 hours. If it

was not reset please do it at this time by selecting the Reset Lamp Life from the On-Screen Menu and then select YES and press the ENTER Pushbutton. Refer to figure 38.

Reset All - If it becomes necessary to reset all the menu

settings back to factory defaults (except for

the Lamp Life Setting),

select the Reset All from

the On-Screen Menu and

then select YES and press

Figure 39

the ENTER Push-button.

Refer to figure 39.

Figure 34

100 hours of lamp life remaining, an On-Screen Warning Message will ap pear briefly. Refer to figure 35. If you

Figure 35

have chosen not to replace the lamp at this time, a second warning message will appear with approxi-

Reset of Microprocessors

In the unlikely event the controls of the MDLP1 stop func tioning, the microprocessors can be reset by disconnecting the AC Power Cord from the MDLP1, waiting for 5 minutes and then reconnecting the AC Power Cord.

Optical Specifications

Specifications

Digital Micromirror Device

0.95 inch (16:9) 1920 x 1080 pixels

Lamp

Super High Pressure 200W DC

Lens

f: 30.7 – 44.5mm (medium throw lens) f: 44.5 – 66.75mm (long throw lens) F: F3.0/F6.0

Projected Image Size

70 to 250 inches (medium throw lens, 1.77:1 aspect ratio) 80 to 300 inches (long throw lens, 1.77:1 aspect ratio) 70 to 250 inches (medium throw lens, 1.33:1 aspect ratio) 60 to 300 inches (long throw lens, 1.33:1 aspect ratio)

Light Output

600/700 ANSI Lumen typical (F6.0/F3.0)

Electrical Specifications

Video Inputs

2 - Component Analog Video (Y, P 2 - HDMI Digital Video (1.1 Compliant)

b, Pr)

Power Requirements

100 Volts, 50/60Hz at 350 watts 110 Volts, 50/60Hz at 350 watts 120 Volts, 50/60Hz at 350 watts 220 Volts, 50/60Hz at 350 watts 230 Volts, 50/60Hz at 350 watts 240 Volts, 50/60Hz at 350 watts

Note: Refer to the rear panel of the MDLP1 for the correct

voltage.

General Specifications

Operating Temperature

41 to 95 5 to 35oC

Operating Humidity

30 to 85%

Overall Dimensions

Width is 20-1/4 inches (51.44cm) Height is 6- 3/4 inches (17.15cm) feet retracted Height is 9- 1/2 inches (24.13cm) feet extended Depth is 18- 13/16 inches (47.78cm) medium throw lens Depth is 19- 1/16 inches (48.41cm) long throw lens

McIntosh Data Control Input

1- 1/8 inch Stereo Mini Jack

Power Control In

1 - 1/8” Stereo Mini Jack Input voltage range 5V – 12V

Power Control Out

1- 1/8” Stereo Mini Jack Output voltage 5V

Trigger Outputs

2- 1/8” Stereo Mini Jacks Output Voltage 0V or 12VDC

Data Communications

Standard RS-232C 9pin D-Subminature female receptacle

Weight

40 pounds (18.14 kg) net, 54 pounds (24.5 kg) in shipping carton

Shipping Carton Dimensions

Width is 32 inches (81.28cm) Depth is 28 inches (71.12cm) Height is 13 inches (33.02cm)

Packing Instructions

Protective Lens Cover

Shipping Carton Top

Shipping Carton Bottom

Foam Pad Top

Foam Pad Bottom

Packing Instructions

In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown on this page, with the protective cover installed on the projector lens. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage.

Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition. If a shipping carton or any of the interior part(s) are needed, please call or write the Customer Service Department of McIntosh Laboratory. Refer to page 4. Please see the Part List for the correct part numbers.

CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the Projec

tor Lens Assembly, DO NOT at any time attempt to LIFT, CARRY or RE-ORIENT the Projector using the Lens.

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