Mitsubishi XD90 User Manual

DATA PROJECTOR

MODEL

XD90U

User Manual

XD90U

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This User Manual is important to you.
Please read it before using your projector.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol 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 suffcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

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 PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOITURE.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PRE­VENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NOTE:

SINCE THIS PROJECTOR IS PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED
NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

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WARNING

Use the attached specified power supply cord. If you
use another power supply cord, it may cause interfer­ence with radio and television reception.
Use the attached RGB cable with this equipment so
as to keep interference within the limit of an FCC
Class B device.

This apparatus must be grounded.

DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS
WHEN THE PROJECTOR IS IN THE
POWER ON MODE.

CAUTION

Not for use in a computer room as defined in the
Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/
Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
The attached power cord is to be used exclusively for
this product. Never use it for other products.

When using the projector in Europe:
COMPLIANCE NOTICE

This Projector complies with the requirements of the
EC Directive 89/336/EEC "EMC Directive" as
amended by Directive 92/31/EEC and

93/68/EEC, and 2006/95/EC "Low Voltage Directive".
The electro-magnetic susceptibility has been chosen

at a level that gains proper operation in residential
areas, on business and light industrial premises and
on small-scale enterprises, inside as well as outside
of the buildings. All places of operation are charac­terized by their connection to the public low voltage
power supply system.

WARNING

Use the attached RGB cable with this equipment so
as to keep interference within the limits of an
EN55022 Class B device.

Please follow WARNING instructions.

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Note: This symbol mark is

for EU countries only.
This symbol mark is

according to the directive
2002/96/EC Article 10
Information for users and
Annex IV.

WARNING

• The lens cap is for protecting the lens. If you leave
the lens cap on the lens with the projector turned
on, it may be deformed because of heat build-up.
Remove the lens cap when you turn on the projec­tor.

• One of power cords for the U.S., Europe and U.K.
is provided appropriately.

• This projector uses the power plug of three-pin
grounding type. Do not remove the grounding pin
from the power plug. If the power plug doesn’t fit
your wall outlet, ask an electrician to change the
wall outlet.

• In case that the power cord for the U.S. is pro­vided with this projector, never connect this cord
to any outlet or power supply using other voltages
or frequencies than rated. If you want to use a
power supply using other voltage than rated, pre­pare an appropriate power cord separately.

• Use 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz to prevent fire or
electric shock.

Your MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC product is designed and
manufactured with high quality materials and components
which can be recycled and reused.

This symbol means that electrical and electronic equip­ment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of sepa­rately from your household waste.

Please, dispose of this equipment at your local commu­nity waste collection/recycling centre.
In the European Union there are separate collection sys­tems for used electrical and electronic product.

Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!

• Do not place any objects on the power cord or do
not place the projector near heat sources to pre­vent damage to the power cord. If the power cord
should be damaged, contact your dealer for
replacement because it may cause fire or electric
shock.

• Do not modify or alter the power cord. If the power
cord is modified or altered, it may cause fire or
electric shock.

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Contents

Important Safeguards.........................................................................................5

Overview............................................................................................................8

Remote Control................................................................................................11

Installation .......................................................................................................13

Basic Connection.............................................................................................17

Basic Operation................................................................................................22

Menu Operation................................................................................... ............29

Maintenance.....................................................................................................38

Replacing the Lamp. .......................................................... ..............................40

Indicators .........................................................................................................42

Troubleshooting...............................................................................................44

Specifications...................................................................................................46

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number : XD90U
Trade Name : MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
Responsible party : Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc.

Telephone number : [phone]

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired oper-

ation.

9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A

Trademark, Registered trademark

Macintosh is registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
DLP™, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are all trademarks of Texas Instruments.
Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Important Safeguards

Please read all these instructions regarding your pro­jector and retain them for future reference. Follow all
warnings and instructions marked on the projector.

1. Read instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the oper­ating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Instructions
All operating instructions must be followed.

5. Cleaning
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet before
cleaning it. Do not use liquid aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments and equipment
Never add any attachments and/or equipment
without the approval of the manufacturer as
such additions may result in the risk of fire,
electric shock or other personal injury.

7. Water and moisture
Do not use this projector near water or in con­tact with water.

8. Accessories
Do not place this projector on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod bracket, or table recom­mended by the manufacturer or sold with the
projector. Any mounting of the appliance
should follow the manufacturer’s instructions
and should use a mounting accessory recom­mended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.

9. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation, ensuring reliable operation of the
projector and to protect it from overheating. Do

not block these openings or allow them to be
blocked by placing the projector on a bed, sofa,
rug, or bookcase. Ensure that there is ade­quate ventilation and that the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power sources
This projector should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power,
please consult your appliance dealer or local
power company.

11. Power-cord protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them. Pay par­ticular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and points where they exit from
the appliance. Do not put the power cord under
a carpet.

12. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a fire or electric
shock.

13. Objects and liquids
Never push objects of any kind through open­ings of this projector as they may touch danger­ous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liq­uid of any kind on the projector.

14. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this projector your­self. Refer all servicing to qualified service per­sonnel.

15. Damage requiring service
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

(a) If the power-supply cord or plug is dam-

aged.

(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have

fallen into the projector.

(c) If the projector does not operate normally

after you follow the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. An improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and may often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore
the projector to its normal operation.

(d) If the projector has been exposed to rain or

water.

(e) If the projector has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

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(f) If the projector exhibits a distinct change in

performance - this indicates a need for ser­vice.

16. Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure
that the service technician has used replace­ment parts specified by the manufacturer or
parts having the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

17. Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repair to this
projector, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks determining that the projector is
in a safe operating condition.

WARNING:

Unplug immediately if there is something
wrong with your projector.

Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor
comes out of your projector. It may cause fire or elec­tric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and con­tact your dealer.

Never remove the cabinet.

This projector contains high voltage circuitry. An
inadvertent contact may result in an electric shock.
Except as specifically explained in User Manual, do
not attempt to service this product by yourself.
Please contact your dealer when you want to fix,
adjust, or inspect the projector.

Do not modify the projector.

It can lead to fire or electric shock.

Do not keep using the damaged projector.

If the projector is dropped and the cabinet is dam­aged, unplug the projector and contact your dealer
for inspection. It may lead to fire if you keep using the
damaged projector.

Do not face the projection lens to the sun.

It can lead to fire.

Use correct voltage.

If you use incorrect voltage, it can lead to fire.

Do not place the projector on uneven sur­face.

Place the projector on a level and stable surface only.

Do not look into the lens when the projec­tor is operating.

It may hurt your eyes. Never let children look into the
lens when the projector is on.

Do not unplug the power cord during oper­ation.

It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or
other trouble. Wait for the fan to stop before unplug­ging the power cord. Do not touch the air outlet
grilles and bottom plate.

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Do not touch them or put other equipment close to
the air outlet grilles because they become hot during
operation. The heated air outlet grilles and bottom
plate may cause injury or damage to other equip­ment. Also, do not put the projector on a desk that is
easily affected by heat.

Do not look into the air outlet grilles when
projector is operating.

Heat, dust, etc. may blow out of them and hurt your
eyes.

Do not block the air inlet and outlet grilles.

If they are blocked, heat may be generated inside the
projector, causing deterioration in the projector qual­ity and fire.

Do not use flammable solvents (benzene,
thinner, etc.) and flammable aerosols near
the projector.

Flammable substances may ignite causing fire or
breakdown because the temperature inside the pro­jector rises very high while the lamp is illuminating.

Place of installation

For safety’s sake, do not use the projector at any
place subjected to high temperature and high humid­ity. Please maintain an operating temperature,
humidity, and altitude as specified below.

• Operating temperature: between +41°F (+5°C)
and +95°F (+35°C)

• Operating humidity: between 30% and 90%

• Never put any heat-producing device under the
projector to prevent the projector from being
overheated.

• Do not install the projector at a place that is
unstable or subject to vibration.

• Do not install the projector near any equipment
that produces a strong magnetic field. Also
refrain from installing the projector near any
cable carrying a large amount of current.

• Place the projector on a solid, vibration-free sur­face. Otherwise it may fall, causing serious injury
or damage.

• Do not stand the projector on its end. It may fall,
causing serious injury or damage.

• Slanting the projector more than ±10° (right and
left) or ±15° (front and rear) may cause trouble or
explosion of the lamp.

• Do not place the projector near air-conditioning
unit or heater to avoid the air outlet and inlet
grilles from being exposed to hot air.

COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter­ference in a residential installation. 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 separation 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mitsubishi could void the user’s authority to operate

this equipment.

COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF INDUSTRY CANADA

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Overview

Front / Upper side

Ventilation
grill

Sliding lens cover

External control panel
(See "External control

panel" on page 9 for

details.)

Focus ring and zoom
ring

Kensington lock hole

Rear side

USB socket

Rear adjustable foot

Lower side

Lamp cover

Projection lens

S-Video socket

Video socket

Power cable socket

Front adjuster button

Front IR remote sensor

Rear IR remote sensor

RGB (PC) / Component video
(YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket

Front adjustable foot

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Rear adjustable foot

External control panel

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1. Zoom ring (Refer to "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for
more information)

Adjusts the size of the projected image. Rotate clockwise to enlarge the image or
rotate counter-clockwise to reduce the image size.

2. TEMPerature warning light (Refer to "Illustration" on page 42 for more infor­mation)

Flashes red if the projector’s temperature becomes too high.

3. POWER indicator light (Refer to "Illustration" on page 42 for more informa­tion)

Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation.

4. BLANK/5Up button (Refer to "Hiding the image" on page 27 and "Using the

menus" on page 30 for more information)

Press this button to hide the screen image. You can press this button again to bring the
image back.

When the on-screen menu is activated, press this button to move the selection focus
up.

5. Power button (Refer to "Start up" on page 22 and "Shutdown" on page 28 for
more information)

Turns the projector on or off.
When the projector is in standby, press once to turn the projector on.

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When the projector is on, press twice to switch the projector to standby.

6. Keystone /3Left button (Refer to "Correcting keystone" on page 25 and

"Using the menus" on page 30

Press this button to correct keystoning at the top of the projected image.
When the on-screen menu is activated, press this button to move the selection focus

left or make adjustments.

7. SOURCE button (Refer to "Switching input signal" on page 27 for more infor­mation)

Switches sequentially through input sources. (RGB/YPbPr, Video or S-Video).

8. MENU /6Down button (Refer to "Using the menus" on page 30 for more infor­mation)

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
When the on-screen menu is activated, press this button to move the selection focus

down.

9. Focus ring (Refer to "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for
more information)

Adjusts the focus of the projected image.

10. LAMP indicator light (Refer to "Illustration" on page 42 for more information)

Lights up or flashes when the projector lamp has developed a problem.

11. MODE button (Refer to "Selecting an application mode" on page 26 for more
information)

Selects one of the application modes.

12. Keystone /4Right button (Refer to "Correcting keystone" on page 25 and

"Using the menus" on page 30 for more information)

Press this button to correct keystoning at the bottom of the projected image.
When the on-screen menu is activated, press this button to move the selection focus

right or make adjustments.

13. AUTO button (Refer to "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 25 for more infor­mation)

Press this button to let the projector automatically determine the best picture timings
for the projected image.

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Remote Control

Remote control description

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1. Power button (Refer to "Start up" on page 22 and "Shutdown" on page 28

for more information)

Turns the projector on or off.
When the projector is in standby, press once to turn the projector on.
When the projector is on, press twice to switch the projector to standby.

2. Freeze button

The image is frozen when Freeze is pressed. An icon " " will display in the lower
right corner of the screen. To release the function, press Freeze again or the Source

button.

3. 5Up,6Down buttons (Refer to "Remote paging operations" on page 27 for
more information.)

4. 3Left, 4Right buttons

When the on-screen menu is activated, the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons are used as
directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments.

5. MENU button (Refer to "Using the menus" on page 30 for more information.)

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

6. Keystone buttons (Refer to "Correcting keystone " on page 25 for more
information.)

Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection.

7. Page Up and Down buttons

You can operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to
page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint) by p

8. AUTO button (Refer to "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 25 for more
information.)

Automatically determines the best picture settings for the displayed image.

9. SOURCE button (Refer to "Switching input signal" on page 27 for more infor­mation)

Sequentially selects input sources. (RGB/YPbPr-> Video-> S-Video)

ressing these buttons.

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10. BLANK button (Refer to "Switching input signal" on page 27 for more
information.)

Used to hide the screen image. Press Blank again to restore the image.

11. MODE button (Refer to "Application Mode" on page 31 for more information.)

Depending upon which input signal is selected, there are several picture setup options
available.

Remote control effective range

Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are
located on the front and the back of the
projector. The remote control must be
held at an angle within 30 degrees of the
projector’s IR remote control sensors to
function correctly. The distance between
the remote control and the sensors should
not exceed 6 meters (~ 20 feet).

Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensors on the
projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.

30 degrees

6 meters

Installing or replacing the remote control battery

1. Pull out the battery holder.

2. Insert the new battery in the holder.
Note that the positive polarity should
face outward.

3. Push the holder into the remote control.

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• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.

• There may be danger of damage to the remote and injury to those nearby if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.

• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

• Dispose of the used battery according to your local regulations.

• Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.

• If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the r emote control for a l ong time, remove the
battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.

Installation

Choosing a location

Your projector is designed to be installed in one of two possible installation locations:

1. Floor in front of screen; or

2. Floor at rear of screen
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select.

Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power
outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your
equipment.

I. Floor front: Select this location with the

projector placed near the floor in front of the
screen. This is the most common way to position
the projector for quick setup and portability.

II. Floor rear: Select this location with the

projector placed near the floor behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen is

required. Set in the Advance > Mirror
menu after you turn the projector on.

Obtaining a preferred projected image size

The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format
each factors in the projected image size.

The maximum (native) resolution of the projector is 1024 x 768 pixels, which is a 4 to 3
aspect ratio (expressed as 4:3). To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect
ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to the projector's native
aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height equivalent to 75% of the
projector's native aspect height.

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4:3 aspect image in a 4:3 aspect display area

Thus, a 16:9 aspect image will not utilize 25% of the height of a 4:3 aspect image displayed
by this projector. This will be seen as darkened (unlit) bars along the top and bottom
(vertical 12.5% height respectively) of the 4:3 projection display area whenever displaying
a scaled 16:9 aspect image in the vertical centre of the 4:3 projection display area.

When determining the position of your projector, you should consider its intended use and
input signal aspect ratios. All inputs (other than composite Video being fed a 16:9 aspect
signal) will display in a 4:3 aspect ratio (and will require an additional 33% display height
than that of the scaled 16:9 aspect image projection area).

IMPORTANT: Do not select a permanent projector position based upon a 16:9 projection if you
will ever need to select an input other than composite Video being fed a 16:9 aspect signal.

16:9 aspect image scaled to a 4:3 aspect dis-

play area

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The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and
positioned directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal centre of the
screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting onto
angled surfaces).

The modern digital projector does not project directly forward (like older style reel-to-reel
film projectors did). Instead, digital projectors are designed to project at a slightly upward
angle above the horizontal plane of the projector. This is so that they can be readily placed
on a table and will project forward and upwards onto a screen positioned so that the bottom
edge of the screen is above the level of the table (and everyone in the room can see the
screen).

You can see from the diagram on page 16, that this type of projection causes the bottom
edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of the projector .
If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size
increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately.

When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account for
both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are directly
proportional to the projection distance.

XD90U has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes (see "Screen size chart" on

page 16) to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. There are two

dimensions to consider, the perpendicular horizontal distance from the centre of the screen
(projection distance), and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge
of the screen (offset).

How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size

1. Select your screen size.

2. Refer to the table on page 16 and find the closest match to your screen size in the left

columns labelled '4:3 Screen Diagonal' and '4:3 Aspect in mm'. Using this value, look
across this row to the right to find the corresponding average distance from screen
value in the column labelled 'Average'. This is the projection distance.

3. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset

value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the projector in
relation to the edge of the screen.

4. The recommended position for the projector is aligned perpendicular to the horizontal

centre of the screen, at the distance from the screen determined in step 2 above, and
offset by the value determined in step 3 above.

For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is 4757 mm
and with a vertical offset of 229 mm.

If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt
it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion
will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion. See "Correcting keystone"

on page 25 for keystone correction.

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How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance

This method can be used for situations where you have purchased this projector and would
like to know what screen size will fit in your room. The maximum screen size is limited by
the physical space available in your room.

1. Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the
screen. This is the projection distance.

2. Refer to the table on page 16 and find the closest match to your measurement in the
average distance from screen column labelled 'Average'. Check that your measured
distance is between the min and max distances listed on either side of the average
distance value.

3. Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen
diameter listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that
projection distance.

4. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset
value. This will determine the final placement of the screen in relation to the
horizontal plane of the projector.

For example, if your measured projection distance was 4.5m (4500mm), the closest match
in the Average column is 4682mm. Looking across this row shows that a 3000mm (3m)
screen is required. If you can only obtain imperial sized screens, the listed screen sizes on
either side of the 3m screen are the 9' and 10' screens.

Checking the min and max projection distance values for the these (9' & 10') sizes, indicates
that the 4.5m measured projection distance will fit these screens too. The projector can be
adjusted (using the zoom control) to display on these different screen sizes at that projection
distance. Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values.

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Screen size chart

Maximum
zoom

4:3 Screen Diagonal 4:3 Aspect in mm Distance from Screen in mm

Feet Inches mm Width Height

4 48 1219 975 732 1752 1903 2054 91

1500 1200 900 2155 2341 2527 113
5 60 1524 1219 914 2190 2379 2568 114
6 72 1829 1463 1097 2628 2854 3081 137

2000 1600 1200 2874 3122 3370 150
7 84 2134 1707 1280 3066 3330 3595 160
8 96 2438 1951 1463 3503 3806 4109 183

2500 2000 1500 3592 3902 4212 188
9 108 2743 2195 1646 3941 4282 4622 206

3000 2400 1800 4310 4682 5054 225

10 120 3048 2438 1829 4379 4757 5135 229

3500 2800 2100 5029 5463 5897 263

12 144 3658 2926 2195 5256 5709 6163 274

4000 3200 2400 5747 6243 6739 300

15 180 4572 3658 2743 6569 7136 7703 343

5000 4000 3000 7184 7804 8424 375

18 216 5486 4389 3292 7883 8563 9244 411

6000 4800 3600 8621 9365 10109 450

25 300 7620 6096 4572 10948 11893 12838 572

Minimum
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Offset

Min length
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zoom)

Screen

Center of lens

Projection distance

Max length

Average

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Vertical

Offset in

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There is 3% ~ 5% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations.

Basic Connection

When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:

• Turn all equipment off before making any connections.

• Use the correct signal cables for each source.

• Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.

• In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see

"What’s included in the box" on page 47). They are commercially available from elect ronics

stores.

• This projector has no speaker or built-in support for audio reproduction.

Connecting a computer

The projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to a notebook or
desktop computer.

Additionally, you can also conn ect the projector to a computer via the USB cable so y ou can
perform paging operations of the application on the PC or notebook. (see "Remote paging

operations" on page 27).

To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:

1. Take the supplied RGB cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the

computer.

2. Connect the other end of the RGB cable to the D-SUB/COMP IN signal input socket

on the projector.

3. If you wish to use the remote paging function (see "Remote paging operations" on

page 27), take the supplied USB cable and connect the larger end to the USB port of

the computer, and the smaller end to the USB socket on the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

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USB cable

Notebook or desktop computer

• A Mac adapter (an optional accessory) is needed if you are connecting legacy version (http:/
/www.info.apple.com/usen/legacy/) Macintosh computers.

• Many notebook computers do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a
projector. Usually a key combo l ike FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external displ ay on/off.
Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the
notebook computer. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your
notebook computer’s documentation to find your notebook computer’s key combination.

RGB cable

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Connecting Video source devices

This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video
cables. Video cable connections are recommended for Video presentations.

You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the
following output sockets:

• Component Video

•S-Video

• Video (composite)
You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above

connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method
you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the
projector and the Video source device as described below:

Best video quality

The best available video connection method is Component Video (not to be confused with
composite Video). Digital TV tuner and DVD players output Component Video natively, so
if available on your devices, this should be your connection method of choice in preference
to (composite) Video.

See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 19 for how to connect the
projector to a component video device.

Better video quality

The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video th an stand ard composite Video.
If you have both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video source
device, you should elect to use the S-Video option.

See "Connecting an S-Video source device" on page 20 for how to connect the projector to
an S-Video device.

Least video quality

Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than
optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods
described here.

See "Connecting a composite Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the
projector to a composite Video device.

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Connecting a Component Video source device

Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video
output sockets available:

• If so, you can continue with this procedure.

• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.

To connect the projector to a Component Video source device

1. Take the (optio nal accessory) Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and

connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets
of the Video source device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets;
green to green, blue to blue, and red to red.

2. Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adap tor cable (with a

D-Sub type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP IN socket on the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

Component Video to VGA
(D-Sub) adaptor cable

A/V device

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Component Video is the only video output that delivers native 16:9 aspect ratio picture.

If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, th e following standards
are supported:

• 480i • 480p

• 576i • 576p

• 720p (50/ 60 Hz) • 1080i (50/ 60 Hz)

If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.

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Connecting an S-Video source device

Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket
available:

• If so, you can continue with this procedure.

• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.

To connect the projector to an S-Video source device

1. Take an appropriate S-Video cable (not supplied) and connect one end to the S-Video
output socket of the Video source device.

2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO socket on the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

S-Video cable

A/V device

• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct

video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.

• If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and this S-

Video source device using Component Video connections, you need not connect to this
device using an S-Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of
poorer picture quality. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 18 for details.

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Connecting a composite Video source device

Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video
output sockets available:

• If so, you can continue with this procedure.

• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.

To connect the projector to an composite Video source device

1. Take an appropriate Video cable (not supplied) and connect one end to the composite
Video output socket of the Video source device.

2. Connect the other end of the Video cable to the VIDEO socket on the projector.

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

Video cable

A/V device

• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct

video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.

• You need only connect to this device using a composite Vi deo conne ction if Component

Video and S-Video inputs are unavailable for use. See "Connecting Video source devices" on

page 18 for details.

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Basic Operation

Start up

1. Plug the power cord into the projector and
into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket
switch (where fitted). Check that the
POWER indicator on the projector lights
orange after power has been applied.

2. Slide open the lens cover . If it is left closed,
it could become deformed due to heat.

(Example)

3. Press the Power button on the remote
control or projector to start the unit. The
POWER indicator light flashes green and
stays green when the unit is on.

The start up procedure takes about 30
seconds after pressing the Power button In
the later stage of start up, a default XD90U
logo is projected.

If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90
seconds before energizing the lamp.

4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow buttons to select the four

password digits, then press the AUTO button. For information about the password
function, refer to "Utilizing the password function" on page 23.

5. Switch all of the connected equipment on.

6. The current input source being scanned displays in the upper part of a dialog on the
screen. The scan will continue until signal from the input source is detected.

If the Auto Off function (See "Auto Off (Off)" on page 36 for details) is activated, the projector
will turn off automatically if no input signal is detected from the selected source after the
period of time as set by the Auto Off function.

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You can also press the SOURCE button to select your desired input signal manually.
For more information, please refer to "Switching input signal" on page 27.

If the frequency/ resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector’s operating range, you
will see the message “Out of Range” displayed on a blank screen. This message will remain
on-screen until you change the input signal to an appropriate source.

Utilizing the password function

For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includ es an option
for setting up password security. The password can be set through the on-screen menu. For
details of the on-screen menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus" on page 30 for
information.

WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and
subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual and write the password you used in
this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.

To set a password

CAUTION: Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct
password is entered every time the projector is started.

1. Open the on-screen menu and go to Setting > Password. Select On by

pressing the3Left or4Right button.

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2. When the function is activated for the first time,
a prompt will display on the screen. Use the 5
or 6Down button to select a number for each
digit of the password. Use the3Left or4Right
button to move between the digits of the
password.

Enter Password

Press 5 or 6 to change number
Press 3 or 4to move

3. When all digits are entered and the
password is ready, press the AUTO
button to confirm. A confirmation
message displays.

• The password will display on-screen when being input.

• IMPORTANT: Write your selected password down here in this manual so that it is

available to you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __

Keep this manual in a safe place.

Do you want to use 0 0 0 0 as y our p asswor d?

Yes Auto No 5 Cancel 6

Password Setup

0

0

Press Auto to Confirm

Password Setup

00

4. You have the following options:

• Press AUTO to continue. The set-up is finished when the message “Password setup

completed” displays.

• Press the 5Up button to go back to the previous screen and re-enter four digits.

• Press the 6Down button to cancel the password set-up and return to the on-screen

menu.

If you forget the password

Once activated, you will be asked to enter the four-digit password every time you turn on
the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the password error message displays. You
can retry by turning off the projector (by pressing the Power button) and start again, or if

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you did not record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you
can use the password recall procedure.

To enter the password recall procedure

Press and hold the4Right button for 5 seconds. The projector will display a coded number
on the screen. Seek help from the local service center to decode the number. You may be
required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized
user of the projector.

To change the password

1. Open the on-screen menu and go to Setting > Change Password.

2. Press the3Left or4Right button. A “Change Password” message displays.

3. Enter the old password.

• If the password is correct, you can go on to enter new password.

IMPORTANT: Write your selected password down here in this manual so that it is available to
you should you ever forget it.

Password: __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.

• If the password is incorrect, a “Password Error” message displays. Press the 5Up
button to try again or press the 6Down button to cancel.

4. Check the new password.

5. You have the following options:

• Press the AUTO button to complete the procedure.

• Press the 5Up button to try again.

• Press the 6Down button to cancel the set-up and return to the on-screen menu.

Adjusting the height

The projector is equipped with one quick-release adjuster foot and one rear adjuster foot.
These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:

1. Lift the projector up and press the

adjuster button to release the
adjuster. The adjuster will drop into
position and be locked.

Do not look into the lens while the lamp is
on. The strong light from the lamp may
cause damage to your eyes.

2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine

tune the horizontal angle.

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To retract the foot, hold up the projector while pressing the front adjuster button, then
slowly lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction.

If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image
becomes vertically trapezoidal. To correct this situation, adjust the value of Keystone in the
Picture menu, on the projector control panel, or on the remote control.

Auto-adjusting the image

In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality.
To do this, press the AUTO button. Within 3

seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto
Adjustment function will re-adjust the values
of Frequency and Clock to provide the best
picture quality.

The current source information will be
displayed at the bottom right of the screen for
3 seconds.

The screen will be blank while Auto is
functioning.

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

1. Adjust the projected image to the size

that you need using the zoom ring.

Refer to the screen size tables in "Obtaining a preferred projected image size" on page 13.

2. Then sharpen the image by rotating the
focus ring.

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Correcting keystone

Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the
top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen.

Manual keystone correction

To correct keystoning manually, you can
perform the following steps.

1. Adjust the projection angle of the
projector.

2. Press the AUTO button.

3. If the image is still distorted, you will need
to manually correct it following ONE of
these steps.

• Press the Keystone /3Left or

Keystone /4Right buttons on the
control panel of the projector to display the status bar labelled Keystone. Press the

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Keystone /3Left button to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press the
Keystone /4Right button to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.

• Press the / buttons on the remote control to display the status bar labelled
Keystone, then press the button to correct keystoning at the top of the image or
press the button to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.

• Press the MENU/6Down button on the projector or the MENU button on the remote
control. Go to

Picture --> Keystone and adjust the values by pressing the

Keystone /3Left or Keystone /4Right buttons on the projector, or the

3Left or 4Right buttons on the remote control.

For example,

1. Press the Keystone /3Left button on
the projector or

2. Press the button on the remote control
or

3. Press the Keystone /3Left button on

Keystone

Keystone

the projector, or the3Left button on the

0

remote control when you are in the Picture

--> Keystone menu.

1. Press the Keystone /Right 4 button
on the projector or

2. Press the button on the remote
control or

3. Press the Keystone /Right
on the projector, or the 4 Right button on

0

the remote control when you are in the
Picture --> Keystone menu.

4button

Keystone

Keystone

Automatic keystone correction

Your projector is equipped with Autokeystone function that corrects keystoning
automatically. See "Autokeystone (On)" on page 31 for details.

Selecting an application mode

The projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose
one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a operation
mode that suits your need, press the MODE button. The application modes available for
different types of signals are shown below. See "Application Mode" on page 31 for details.

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PC Signal Input

Brightest Presentation

(default)

YPbPr / S-Video / Video Signal Input

Movie (default) Cinema Photo Gaming

Photo Gaming Video

Switching input signal

The projector can be connected to multiple devices
at the same time. However, it can only display one
at a time. To cycle through the available input
sources, press the SOURCE button. A source
selection menu will display at the center of the
screen after you press the button.

The brightness level of the projected image will
change accordingly when you switch between
different input signals. Data (graphic) "PC"
presentations using mostly st atic images are
generally brighter than "Video" using mostly moving
images (movies).

The input type affects the options available for the Application Mode. See "Selecting an

application mode" on page 26 for details.

Hiding the image

In order to draw the audience’s full attention to the
presenter, you can press the BLANK (or BLANK /
5Up) button to hide the screen image. Press the
button again to restore the image. The word
“BLANK” appears at the bottom right corner of the
screen while the image is hidden.

You can set the blank time in the

-> Blank Time

image automatically after a period of time when
there is no action taken on the blank screen.

Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to
become heated and deformed or even cause a fire.

menu to let the projector return the

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Remote paging operations

You can operate your display software program (on a connected PC)
which responds to page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint)
by pressing

"Connecting a computer" on page 17 for details.

Page Up and Page Down on the remote control. See

Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable
prior to using this function.

Freezing the image

Press the Freeze button on the remote control to freeze the image.
An icon will display in the lower right corner of the screen. To

release the function, press the Freeze button on the remote control,
or the SOURCE button.

This does not remotely control the signal source. It just freezes the
currently projected image.

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Shutdown

1. Press the Power button and a prompt message appears. Press the Power button a

second time to turn the projector off.

2. The POWER indicator light flashes orange

and the lamp shuts down, the fans continue
to run for the time duration as determined
by the Quick Cooling function (see "Quick

Cooling (On)" on page 34) to cool down

the projector.

To protect the lamp, the projector will not
respond to any commands during the
cooling process.

3. Disconnect the power cord from the wall
socket.

• Do not unplug the power cord before the projector shutdown sequence is complete or during

the cooling down process.

• If the projector is not properly shut-down, you risk damaging the lamp. Do not move the

projector whilst the lamp is hot.

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Menu Operation

Menu system

Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type
selected.

Functions available when receiving different signal types...

Sub-Menu PC

Application Mode
Autokeystone

Picture

Pro-Picture

Setting

Advance

Information

Keystone
Color Temp
Brightness
Contrast

Auto Resize
Aspect Ratio
H Position
V Position
Phase
H. Size

OSD Time
Quick Cooling
Password
Change Password
Reset

Mirror
Blank Time
Source Scan
Language
Splash Screen
High Altitude Mode
Auto Off
Economic Mode

Source
Resolution
Application Mode
Equivalent Lamp Hour

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Video / S-Video /
Component Video

Application Mode
Autokeystone
Keystone
Color Temp
Brightness
Contrast
Color
*Tint

Auto Resize
Aspect Ratio
Sharpness

Source
System
Application Mode
Equivalent Lamp Hour

*When a Video or S-Video signal is connected, the function is only available with NTSC

system selected.

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Using the menus

The projector is equipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus for making various
adjustments and settings.

There are different menu languages. Before making adjustments, you may choose a suitable
OSD language in Advance > Language menu. (Refer to "4. Advance menu" on

page 35 for more details.)

The following example describes the adjustment of the keystone.

1. Press the MENU (or MENU /6)

button to turn the on-screen menu
on.

2. Use the Left 3/ Right 4buttons to
select the Picture menu.

3. Press the 5Up / 6 Down buttons
to select Keystone.

4. Adjust Keystone values by pressing

the Left 3/ Right 4buttons.

5. Press the MENU button to leave

and save the settings. The first press
leads you back to the submenu and
the second press closes the on­screen menu.

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1. Picture menu

• Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use.
Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen.

• Any custom selected values for Color Temp, Brightness, Contrast, and Color will be reset if
you subsequently select an Application mode after adjusting any of their values

Function
(default setting/
value)

Application
Mode

(PC:
Presentation)

(YPbPr/ S­Video/ Video:
Movie)

Autokeystone
(On)

Keystone (0)

Description

Pre-defined application modes are provided so you can optimize your
projector image set-up to suit your program type.

You can use the remote control 'Mode' button to select a predefined

application mode. See "Selecting an application mode" on page 26
for details.

PC Signal Input

1. Brightest Mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image.

This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness
is required, such as in well lit rooms.

2. Presentation Mode (Default): Is designed for presentations. The

brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook
coloring.

3. Gaming Mode: Is suitable for playing PC-based games in a bright

living room.

4. Photo Mode: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-

to-life images regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable
for viewing photos taken with properly calibrated camera, and for
viewing PC graphic and drawing applications such as AutoCAD.

5. Video Mode: Is appropriate for playing movies, video clips from

digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a
blackened (little light) environment.

YPbPr/ S-Video/ Video Signal Input

1. Photo Mode: Is perfect for viewing digital photos taken in daylight

with properly calibrated camera, and for viewing Photo CDs. The
color saturation and brightness are well-balanced.

2. Movie Mode (Default): Is suitable for enjoying colorful movies

and TV in a home darkened (not bright) lounge room lighting level
environment.

3. Cinema Mode: Is suitable for enjoying DVD movies best viewed

in a blackened (little light) home cinema or lounge room
environment.

4. Gaming Mode: Is suitable for playing gamebox-based video

games in a normal living room lighting level environment.

If this function is set to On, the projector will detect the tilt angle and
correct keystoning automatically.

Corrects any keystoning of the image. Refer to "Correcting keystone" on

page 25 for more information.

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Color Temp
(depends on
the selected
Application
mode)

Brightness
(depends on
the selected
Application
mode)

Contrast
(depends on
the selected
Application
mode)

Color
(depends on
the selected
input source)

Tint (50)

There are 4 color temperature* settings available.

This value will be reset if you subsequently select an Application

mode

1. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image

appear the most bluish white than other settings.

2. T2: Makes images appear bluish white.

3. T3: Maintains normal colorings for white.

4. T4: Makes images appear reddish white.

*About color temperatures:

There are many different shades that are considered to be “white” for
various purposes. One of the common methods of representing white
color is known as the “color temperature”. A white color with a low color
temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a hi gh color
temperature appears to have more blue in it.

Adjusts the brightness of the image. The higher the value, the brighter the
image. And lower the value, the darker the image. Adjust this control so
the black areas of the image appear as black and that detail in the dark
areas is visible.

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Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image. The
higher the value, the greater the contrast. Use this to set the peak white
level after you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit
your selected input and viewing environment.

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Increases or decreases the color intensity of the image.

Adjusts the color tones of the image. The higher the value, the more
greenish the image becomes. The lower the value, the more reddish the
image becomes.

When a Video or S-Video signal is connected, the function is only
available with NTSC system selected.

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2. Pro-Picture menu

Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input ports are in use. Unavailable
adjustments are not shown on the screen.

Function
(default setting/
value)

Auto Resize
(On)

Aspect Ratio
(4:3)

H Position (0)

V Position (0)

Description

Automatically resizes the input signal pixel resolution to the native
resolution of the projector.

On: The pixel resolution of the input signal is converted to the native
resolution of the projector (1024 x 768). For input signals with lower
resolutions, gaps in the pixels are automatically interpolated into the image
before being projected. This may distort the image clarity.

Off: The image is projected as its original resolution, with no pixel
conversion. For input signals with lower resolutions, the projected
image will display smaller than if resized to full screen. You could
adjust the zoom setting or move the projector away from the screen to
increase the image size if necessary. You may also need to refocus the
projector after making these adjustments.

There are two aspect ratio settings.

• 4 : 3 (for a standard screen)

• 16 : 9 (for a wide screen)

16:9 aspect ratio is only sourced through the Component Video
input when being fed an appropriate 16:9 aspect signal. See

"Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 19 and
"Obtaining a preferred projected image size" on page 13 for details.

Adjusts the horizontal
position of the projected
image.

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Adjusts the vertical
position of the projected
image.

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Phase
(depends on
the selected
input source)

H Size (0)
Sharpness

(15)

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This function allows you to adjust the clock
phase to reduce image distortion.

Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer.

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3. Setting menu

Function
(default setting/
value)

OSD Time (10)
Quick Cooling

(On)

Password (off)

Change
Password

Reset

Description

Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last button
press. The range is from 5 to 100 seconds.

Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables
the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal
90-second duration to approximately 30 seconds.

This is a selectable function. Selecting On limits use of the projector to
only those who know the correct password. When the function is
activated for the first time, you have to set a password for it. For more
information, refer to "Utilizing the password function" on page 23.
Once the password is set and this function is selected, the projector is
password-protected. Users who do not know the correct password can
not use the projector.

The password can be entered by using either the buttons on the
projector or the remote control.

You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a
new one. For more information, refer to "Utilizing the password

function" on page 23.

Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password
functionality and subsequently forget the password.
If viewing online, print out this manual and write the password you

used in this manual, and keep it in a safe place for later recall.

The password will display on-screen when being input.

This function does not work before password setting.

The following settings will still remain: Mirror, Language and
Password.

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4. Advance menu

Function
(default setting/
value)

Mirror (Floor
front)

Blank Time
(20)

Source Scan
(On)

Language
(English)

Splash Screen
(XD90U logo)

Description

The projector can be installed behind a screen. In such case, you can use
this function to set the correct orientation of the projected image. Refer
to "Choosing a location" on page 13 for more information.

Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once
elapsed, the image will return to the screen.

Sets whether the projector searches automatically for input signals. If the
source scan is On, the projector will scan for input signals until it
acquires a signal. If the function is not activated, the projector selects the
last used input signal.

Language sets the language for the OSD control menus. The available
languages are: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian,
Swedish, Dutch, Polish, Czech, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese,
Japanese, Korean, Thai, Portuguese and Turkish.

Use the Keystone /3Left or Keystone /4Right buttons on
the projector, or the 3Left or4Right buttons on the remote control to

select your desired language.
Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector

start-up. Three modes are available: Default, black screen or blue screen.

A mode for operations in areas like high altitude or high temperature.
W e recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment
is higher than 3000 feet above sea level, or is hotter than 40

To activate the High Altitude Mode, select On by pressing Left 3/
Right 4on the projector or remote control. A confirmation message dis-
plays. Press AUTO.

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°C.

High Altitude
Mode (Off)

Next time you turn on the projector, it will show a message pictured
below as a reminder during the start-up.

Current Status

This mode is used for protecting projector fr om extrem e environment an d may cause

Operation under "High Altitude Mode" may cause a higher decibel
operating noise level because of increased fan speed necessary to
improve overall system cooling and performance.

High Altitude Mode On

high fan speed.

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High Altitude
Mode (Off)

Auto Off (Off)

Economic
Mode (Off)

If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the
above, it may display auto shut-down symptoms, which is designed to
protect your projector from over-heating. In cases like this, you should
switch to High Altitude mode to solve these symptoms. However, this is
not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or
extreme conditions, or whenever the projector will be used for extended
periods of time (>10hours) without shutdown.

This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input
signal is detected after a set period of time. Press Left 3/ Right 4on
the projector or remote control to set the duration before the projector is
turned off. Selecting Off disables this function.

Use this mode to reduce system noise and reduce power consumption by
20%. If this mode is activated, the light output will be reduced and result
in darker projected images.

Setting the projector in Economic mode extends the lamp timer

automatic shutdown feature. For more information on how the total
lamp hour is calculated, see "Calculation of lamp hour" on page 39.

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5. Information Menu

This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.

Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input ports are in use. Unavailable
adjustments are not shown on the screen.

Function Description

Source
Resolution

Shows the current signal source.

Shows the native resolution of the input signal.

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Application
Mode

Equivalent
Lamp Hour

System

Shows the selected application mode in the Picture menu.

Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.

Shows the Video input system format, NTSC, SECAM or PAL.

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Maintenance

Care of the projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is
to keep the lens clean.

Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts
need replacing.

Cleaning the lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

• Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.

• If there is dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens
cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.

Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.

Cleaning the projector case

Before you clean the case, turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as
described in "Shutdown" on page 28 and unplug the power cord.

• To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

• To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH
detergent. Then wipe the case.

• Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage

the case.

• Do not use flammable solvents (benzene, thinner, etc.) and flammable aerosols when

cleaning the projector body and lens. Flammable substances may ignite causing fire or
breakdown while the lamp is illuminating.

Storing the projector

If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below:

• Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the
recommended range for the projector. Please refer to "Specifications" on page 46 or
consult your dealer about the range.

• Retract the adjuster feet.

• Remove the battery from the remote control.

• Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.

Transporting the projector

It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent. When
you carry the projector yourself, please use the original box or provided soft carry case.

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Calculation of lamp hour

When the projector is in operation, the duration (by hours) of lamp usage is automatically
calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as
follows:

Total (equivalent) lamp hour = hours used in Economic mode + hours used in normal mode

See "Economic Mode (Off)" on page 36 for more information on Economic mode.

The lamp hour in Economic mode is calculated as 2/3 of that in normal mode. That is, using
the projector in Economic mode helps to extend the lamp hour by 1/3.

Warning message

When the LAMP indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to
replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer . An old lamp may cause a
malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.

For more detailed information on projector warnings, please refer to"Illustration" on page

42.

The LAMP indicator light and TEMP (Temperature) warning light will light up if the lamp
becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the LAMP or
TEMP indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer.

The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.

Message Status

The lamp has been in operation for 1800 hours.
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. You
may continue to operate the projector until the 1950
hour lamp warning appears.

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The lamp has been in operation for 1950 hours. A
new lamp should be fitted to avoid the
inconvenience when the projector runs out of lamp
time.

The lamp has been in operation for over 2000 hours.
This message will show up in the center of the
screen for about 45 seconds together with the
LAMP indicator lighting up red for 40 seconds.

If this warning message displays, the projector will
shutdown in 40 seconds. The lamp MUST be
replaced before the projector will operate normally.

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Replacing the Lamp

• To reduce the risk of e lectrical shock, alwa ys turn the project or off and disconnect the power

cord before changing the lamp.

• To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before

replacing the lamp.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution

when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the

lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.

• This projector uses a lamp that contains mercury. Disposal of the lamp or the projector with

the lamp may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance:
www.eiae.org. (For US only).

• If the lamp should break, small glass fragments may fall out through the grilles and some

may remain inside of the projector or the lamp box. When taking the lamp box out, be sure to
turn over the projector and hold the handle of the lamp box to avoid injury due to the glass
fragments.

• If the lamp should break, never shake the lamp box or hold it in front of your face after

removing it. The lass fragments may fall out and cause injury to your eyes.

Step 1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the wall socket.
Step 2. Protect the projector's surface by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a

soft item on the desk for padding.

Step 3. Turn the projector over. Then loosen the

screws.

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Step 4. Remove the lamp cover. If the lamp is hot,

avoid burns by waiting for 45 minutes until
the lamp has cooled.

Step 5. Loosen the screw fixing the lamp to the

projector. If the screw is not loosened
completely, the lamp cannot be removed. Be
careful not to lose the screw as it is needed to
hold the replacement lamp in place. It is
strongly recommended that you use a
magnetic-head screwdriver.

Step 6. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the

handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the
projector.

• Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector.

• Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or
near flammable materials.

• Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical
components inside, it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images.

Step 7. Insert a new lamp. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place. Reinsert

and tighten the screw firmly.

• Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.

• Do not over tighten the screw.

Step 8. Reinstall the lamp cover and tighten the

screws.

Step 9. Restart the projector.

Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.

Step 10. Resetting the lamp counter.

Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause damage.

i. Press and hold the BLANK /5Up button on the

projector for 5 seconds to display the total used lamp
time.

ii. Press the AUTO button to reset the lamp hour to “0”.
iii. Wait about 5 seconds to let the OSD disappear.

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Temperature information

When the TEMPerature warning light flashes, it is warning you of the following possible
problems:

• The internal temperature is too high.

• The fans are not working.

Turn the projector off and contact qualified service personnel for further help. For more
detailed information, please refer to "Illustration" on page 42.

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Indicators

O

O

Illustration

• Blank - : Light OFF

• : Light flashing

• : Light ON

Light Status & Description
POWER TEMPerature LAMP
Power events

O

G

G

Lamp events

--

Thermal events

--

--

--

--

-

R

R

•

O : Orange light

•

R : Red light

•

G : Green light

• The projector needs to cool after the power is
turned off.

• The projector is in the startup cooling
process.

Stand-by mode.

The Power indicator light is flashing during
powering up.

The projector is under normal operation.

The lamp is not properly attached or the lamp is
damaged. Please contact your dealer for
assistance.

It is warning you that lamp usage has exceeded
2000 / 3000 (Economic mode) hours. Replace the
projection lamp with a new one immediately.

--

-

-

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R

The projector has shutdown automatically. If you

R

R

try to re-start the projector, it will sh u tdo wn a gai n.

R

Please contact your dealer for assistance.

G

Thermal events

O

O

O O

O

O

O

-

R

R

R

G

G

G

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

G

R

G

The projector has shutdown automatically. If you
try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again.
Please contact your dealer for assistance.

R

G

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-

-

G

G

R

G

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Troubleshooting

The projector does not turn on.

Cause Remedy

There is no power from the power
cable.

Attempting to turn the projector on
again during the cooling process.

No picture.

Cause Remedy

The video source is not turned on or
connected correctly.

The projector is not correctly
connected to the input source device.

The input signal has not been
correctly selected.

The lens cover is not open. Slide open the lens cover.

Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the
projector, and plug the power cord into the
power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch,
make sure that it is switched on. See "Start

up" on page 22 for details.

Wait until the cooling down process has
completed. See "Shutdown" on page 28 for
details.

Turn the video source on and check that the
signal cable is connected correctly. See

"Basic Connection" on page 17 for details.

Check the connection. See "Basic

Connection" on page 17 for details.

Select the correct input signal with the
SOURCE button on the projector or remote
control. See "Switching input signal" on page

27 for details.

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Image is unstable

.

Cause Remedy

The connection cables are not
securely connected to the projector or
the signal source.

Correctly connect the cables to the
appropriate terminals. See "Basic

Connection" on page 17 for details.

Image is blurred.

Cause Remedy

The projection lens is not correctly
focused.

The projector and the screen are not
aligned properly.

The lens cover is not open. Slide open the lens cover.

Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus
ring. See "Fine-tuning the image size and

clarity" on page 25 for details.

Adjust the projection angle and direction as
well as the height of the unit if necessary. See

"Obtaining a preferred projected image size"
on page 13 for details.

Remote control does not work.

Cause Remedy

The battery is out of power. Replace the battery with a new one.
There is an obstacle between the

remote control and the projector.
You are too far away from the

projector.

Remove the obstacle.
Stand within 6 meters (~ 20 feet) of the

projector.

Color tint.

Cause Remedy

When comparing images projected by two
projectors, tints in the displayed images may
be different because of variation between their
optical components. This is not a malfunction.

Different color tint.

When comparing the image projected by this
projector with those displayed on the
television or PC monitor, tints in the displayed
images may be different because of difference
in the range of color reproducibility. This is not
a malfunction.

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Specifications

Projector specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

General

Product name Digital Projector
Model name XD90U

Optical

Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lens F/Number F=2.6 to 2.96, f= 25.8 to 30 mm
Lamp 132W lamp

Electrical

Power supply AC100 - 240V, 2.2A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 190W (Max)

Mechanical

Dimensions 218 mm (W) x 67 mm (H) x 167 mm (D)
Weight 2.9 lb (1.3 Kg)

Input terminal

Computer input
RGB input D-sub 15-pin (female) x 1
Video signal input
S-VIDEO Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1
VIDEO RCA x 1
HDTV signal input D-sub <--> Component RCA jack x 3, through RGB input

Output

USB mouse connector Mini B type x 1

Environmental requirements

Operating temperature 0°C - 40°C at sea level
Operating relative humidity 10% - 90% (without condensation)
Operating altitude • 0 - 3000 feet at 0°C - 40°C

• 3000 - 6000 feet at 0°C - 30°C

• 6000 - 10000 feet at 0°C - 23°C

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Dimensions

Timing chart

Supported timing for PC input

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Unit: mm

Horizontal

Resolution

Frequency
(kHz)

31.469 59.940 25.175

35.000 66.667 30.240

640 x 480

800 x 600

832 x 624 49.722 74.546 57.280

1024 x 768 (native)

1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000
1400 x 1050 63.973 60.012 118.094

To achieve the best quality projected im age, please use the projector's native resolution of
1024 x 768.

37.861 72.809 31.500

37.500 75.000 31.500

43.269 85.008 36.000

37.879 60.317 40.000

48.077 72.188 50.000

46.875 75.000 49.500

53.674 85.061 56.250

48.363 60.004 65.000

56.476 70.069 75.000

60.241 75.020 80.000

60.023 75.029 78.750

68.667 84.997 94.500

Vertical
Frequency (Hz)

Pixel
Frequency
(MHz)

What’s included in the box

AC power cord

1 RGB cable
1 USB cable

for US 2G.01112.001
for EU 2G.00922.001
for UK 2G.03132.001

5K.J0V05.501

5K.J1B01.501

1 Remote cont rol
1 Safety manual/Quick start up
1 CD-ROM
1 Battery
1 Soft carry case

Replacement part

(Option / Not included in the box)
Spare lamp: VLT-XD90LP

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Supported timing for Component-YPbPr Input

Signal Format

480i(525i)@60Hz 15.73 59.94

480p(525p)@60Hz 31.47 59.94

576i(625i)@50Hz 15.63 50.00
576p(625p)@50Hz 31.25 50.00
720p(750p)@60Hz 45.00 60.00
720p(750p)@50Hz 37.50 50.00

1080i(1125i)@60Hz 33.75 60.00
1080i(1125i)@50Hz 28.13 50.00

Horizontal Frequency
(kHz)

Vertical Frequency
(Hz)

Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs

Horizontal

Video mode

Frequency
(kHz)

NTSC 15.73 60 3.58

PAL 15.63 50 4.43

SECAM 15.63 50 4.25 or 4.41

PAL-M 15.73 60 3.58
PAL-N 15.63 50 3.58
PAL-60 15.73 60 4.43

NTSC4.43 15.73 60 4.43

Vertical
Frequency (Hz)

Color sub­carrier
Frequency
(MHz)

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MITSUBISHI Projector Contact Information

North America

MESCA (Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada Inc.)
http://www.mitsubishielectric.ca
Information Technologies Group, 4299 14th Avenue,
Markham, Ontario L3R 0J2, Canada
Sales & Technical Inquires
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Customer Care
E-mail :[e-mail]

MDEA (Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc.)
(Warranty Registration)
http://www.mitsubishi-presentations.com/
Presentation Products Division, 9351 Jeronimo Road,
Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A
Sales & Inquires
Phone :[phone] or [phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquires
Phone :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]

Europe

MEU-FRA (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V French Branch)
25, Boulevard des Bouvets 92 741, Nanterre CEDEX,
France
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
Techinical Inquireis
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

MEU-GER (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. German Branch)
http://www.mitsubishi-evs.de/
Gothaer Strasse 8, 40880 Ratingen, Germany
Sales Inquires
Phone :0049 - 2102 - 486 9250
Fax :0049 - 2102 - 486 7320
Techinical Inquires
Phone :0049 - 2102 - 486 1330
Fax :0049 - 2102 - 486 1340

MEU-IR (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. Irish Branch)
http://www.mitsubishi.ie/
Westgate Business Park, Ballymount, Dublin 24, Ireland
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
Technical Inqiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

MEU-IT (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. Italian Branch)
Centro Direzionale Colleoni, Palazzo Sirio, Viale Colleoni 7,
20041 Agrate Brianza, Italy
Sales & Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]

MEU-NL (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. Benelux Branch)
http://www.mitsubishi.nl/LCD/ProdFrame.html
Nijverheidsweg 23A, 3641 RP Mijdrecht, The Netherlands
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Techinical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]

Russia (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V Moscow
Representative Offi ce)
http://www.mitsubishi-projector.ru/
Moscow Representative Offi ce, 52/5 Kosmodamianskaya
Nab., 115054, Moscow, Russia
Sales & Techinical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

MEU-SP (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. Spanish Branch)
http://www.mitsubishielectric.es/
Ctra. de Rubi, 76-80, 08173 Sant Cugat del Valles,
Barcelona, Spain
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]

MEU-SWE (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V Scandinavian
Branch)
Hammarbacken 14, Box 750, S-19127, Sollentuna, Sweden
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

MEU-UK (Mitsubishi Electric Europe)
http://www.mitsubishi.co.uk/evs/
Visual Information Systems Division, Travellers Lane,
Hatfi eld, Hertfordshire, AL10 8XB U.K.
Sales Inqiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]

Asia

CHINA (Mitsubishi Electric Air-Conditioning & Visual
Information Systems (Shanghai) Ltd.)
26/F .,Oriental Center ,699 Nanjing Rd(W),Shanghai,
200041,China
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]-3002
Fax :[phone]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]-3020
Fax :[phone]

HONG KONG (Mitsubishi Electric Ryoden Air-Conditioning
& Visual Information Systems (HongKong) Ltd.)
7th Floor, Manulife Tower, 169 Electric Road, North Point,
Hong Kong
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

SINGAPORE (Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte. Ltd.)
http://www.mitsubishielectric.com.sg
307, Alexandra Road, #05-01/02 Mitsubishi Electric
Building, Singapore 159943
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

INDIA (Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte. Ltd.)
307, Alexandra Road, #05-01/02 Mitsubishi Electric
Building, Singapore 159943
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

INDONESIA (Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte. Ltd.)
307, Alexandra Road, #05-01/02 Mitsubishi Electric
Building, Singapore 159943
Sales Inqiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

PHILLIPINES (Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte. Ltd.)
http://www.mitsubishielectric.com.sg
307, Alexandra Road, #05-01/02 Mitsubishi Electric
Building, Singapore 159943
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inqiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

VIETNAM (Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte. Ltd.)
307, Alexandra Road, #05-01/02 Mitsubishi Electric
Building, Singapore 159943
Sales Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

STC (Setsuyo Astec Corporation Seoul Branch)
4F,Dongseo Game Channel Bldg,660-11 Deungchon-Dong,
Kangseo-Ku, Seoul, Korea
Sales & Technical Inqiries
Phone :[phone]~3
Fax :[phone]

MALAYSIA (Antah Melco Sales & Services Sdn. Bhd.)
6, Jalan 13/6 46860 Petaling Jaya Selangor, Darul Ehsan,
Malaysia
Sales & Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone] (Ext. 203)
Fax :[phone]
Technical & Service Inquiries
Phone :[phone] (Ext. 106)
Fax :[phone]

ME-TWN (Mitsubishi Electric Taiwan Co., Ltd.)
http://www.MitsubishiElectric.com.tw
11TH FL., 90 SEC. 6, CHUNG SHAN N. RD., TAIPEI, 111
R.O.C.
Sales & Technical Inquires
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

MKY (Mitsubishi Electric Kang Yong Watana Co., Ltd. )
http://www.mitsubishi-kyw.co.th/
Road, Huamark Bangkapi, Bangkok 10240, Thailand
Sales & Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]

Oceania

ME-AUST (Mitsubishi Electric Australia)
http://www.mitsubishi-electric.com.au/prod.asp?prod=proj
348 Victoria Road, Rydalmere, N.S.W. 2116, Australia Sales
& Technical Inqiries
Phone :+(612)9684-7777
Fax :+(612)9684-7208
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :+(612)9684-7694
Fax :+(612)9684-7684
E-mail :[e-mail]

BDT (Black Diamond Technologies Ltd.)
(Warranty Registration) http://www.bdt.co.nz/projectors/
warranty.asp
1 Parliament St, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand Sales
Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]
Technical Inquiries
Phone :[phone]
Fax :[phone]
E-mail :[e-mail]