Optoma Technology EPHD20RFBA User manual

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Table of Contents ...................................................................................1

Usage Notice ..........................................................................................2

Safety Information .........................................................................................2

Precautions....................................................................................................3

Eye Safety Warnings .....................................................................................5

Introduction.............................................................................................6

Package Overview.........................................................................................6

Product Overview ..........................................................................................7

Main Unit ................................................................................................................ 7

Control Panel ......................................................................................................... 8

Input / Output Connections .................................................................................... 9

Remote Control .................................................................................................... 10

Installation ............................................................................................ 11

Connecting the Projector .............................................................................11

Connect to Computer/Notebook .......................................................................... 11

Connect to Video Sources ................................................................................... 12

Powering On/Off the Projector .....................................................................13

Powering On the Projector ................................................................................... 13

Powering Off the projector ................................................................................... 14

Warning Indicator ................................................................................................. 14

Adjusting the Projected Image.....................................................................15

Adjusting the Projector’s Height ........................................................................... 15

Adjusting the Projector’s Zoom / Focus ............................................................... 16

Adjusting Projected Image Size ........................................................................... 16

User Controls .......................................................................................17

Control Panel & Remote Control .................................................................17

Control Panel ....................................................................................................... 17

Remote Control .................................................................................................... 18

On-screen Display Menus ...........................................................................20

How to operate .................................................................................................... 20

Menu Tree ............................................................................................................ 21

IMAGE .................................................................................................................24

DISPLAY ..............................................................................................................26

SYSTEM .............................................................................................................. 30

SETUP ................................................................................................................. 34

Appendices...........................................................................................38

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................38

Image Problems .................................................................................................. 38

Other Problems ................................................................................................... 39

Projector Status Indication .................................................................................. 40

Remote Control Problems ................................................................................... 41

Replacing the Lamp.....................................................................................42

Compatibility Modes ....................................................................................44

Ceiling Mount Installation ............................................................................46

Optoma Global Offi ces ................................................................................47

Regulation & Safety notices ........................................................................49

Table of contents

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Usage Notice

Safety Information

The lightning fl ash with arrow head 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 suffi cient

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 THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH
VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE
CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

Class B emissions limits

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Important Safety Instruction

1. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of
the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to
install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an
example, do not place the projector on a crowded coffee table, sofa,
bed, etc. Do not put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case

or a cabinet that restricts air fl ow.

2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk

of fi re and/or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or

moisture.

3. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or

any other apparatus such as amplifi ers that emits heat.

4. Clean only with dry cloth.

5. Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.

6. Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused.
Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to):

 Unit has been dropped.
 Power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
 Liquid has been spilled on to the projector.
 Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture.
 Something has fallen in the projector or something is loose inside.

Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call
Optoma before you send the unit for repair.

7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch
dangerous voltage points and short out parts that could result in fi re or

electric shock.

8. See projector enclosure for safety related markings.

9. The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.

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Usage Notice

 When the lamp

reaches the end
of its life, the
projector will
not turn back on
until the lamp
module has
been replaced.
To replace the
lamp, follow
the procedures
listed under
“Replacing the
Lamp” section
on pages 42-43.

Precautions

Please follow all warnings, precautions and
maintenance as recommended in this user’s
guide.

▀■ Warning- Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is

on. The bright light may hurt your eyes.

▀■ Warning- To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do not

expose this projector to rain or moisture.

▀■ Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the projector as

this may cause electric shock.

▀■ Warning- When replacing the lamp, please allow the unit to

cool down. Follow instructions as described on pages
42-43.

▀■ Warning- This projector will detect the life of the lamp itself.

Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows
warning messages.

▀■ Warning- Reset the “Lamp Reset” function from the on-screen

display “System | Lamp Settings” menu after
replacing the lamp module (refer to page 33).

▀■ Warning- When switching the projector off, please ensure

the cooling cycle has been completed before
disconnecting power. Allow 90 seconds for the
projector to cool down.

▀■ Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.

▀■ Warning- When the lamp is approaching the end of its lifetime,

the message “Replacement suggested” will show on
the screen. Please contact your local reseller or ser­vice center to change the lamp as soon as possible.

Note

Note

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Usage Notice

Do:

 Turn off and unplug the power plug from the AC outlet before

cleaning the product.

 Use a soft dry cloth with mild detergent to clean the display

housing.

 Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is

not being used for a long period of time.

Do not:

 Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for

ventilation.

 Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.

 Use under the following conditions:

- In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.



Ensure that the ambient room temperature is within

5 - 35°C.



Relative Humidity is 5 - 35°C, 80% (Max.),

non-condensing.

- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.

- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic fi eld.

- In direct sunlight.

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Usage Notice

Eye Safety Warnings

▀■ Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at all

times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible.

▀■ When projector is used in a classroom, adequately supervise

students when they are asked to point out something on the
screen.

▀■ In order to minimize the lamp power, use room blinds to re-

duce ambient light levels.

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Introduction

Power Cord 1.8m

IR Remote Control

Package Overview

Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure
all parts listed below are in the box. If something
is missing, please contact your nearest customer
service center.

Documentation :



User’s Manual



Warranty Card



Quick Start Card



WEEE Card
(for EMEA only)

 Due to different

applications in
each country,
some regions
may have
different
accessories.

2 × AAA Batteries

Projector with lens cap

POWER

SOURCE

Note

Note

Lamp

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Introduction

1. Control Panel

2. Zoom Ring

3. Focus Ring

4. Zoom Lens

5. IR Receivers

Main Unit

Product Overview

6. Tilt-Adjustment Feet

7. Security Bar

8. Input / Output
Connections

9. Power Socket

SERVICE

VGA/SCART/YPbPr

Y

VIDEO

Pb

Pr

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

12V

OUT

POWER

SOURCE

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6

POWER

SOURCE

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5

3

4

1

5

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Introduction

Control Panel

1. Source

2. Menu

3. Enter

4. Re-Sync

5. Power

6. Four Directional Select Keys

7. On/Standby LED

8. Lamp Fail LED

9. Temp LED

10. IR Receiver

POWER

SOURCE

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Introduction

Input / Output Connections

1. Service Connector

2. VGA/SCART Connector
(PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/SCART)

3. Component Video Input Connectors

4. Composite Video Input Connector

5. HDMI 1 Connector

6. HDMI 2 Connector

7. 12V Trigger Relay Connector

8. Power Socket

9. KensingtonTM Lock Port

10. Security Bar

SERVICE

VGA/SCART/YPbPr

Y VIDEO

Pb

Pr

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

12V OUT

5 742

1

6

8 109

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 “12V OUT” is only

for trigger control.
Not a power
supplier port.

 “12V OUT” is

activated when
the projector is
turned on and
continues to stay
on till you turn off
the projector.

Note

Note

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Introduction

Remote Control

1. Power On

2. Power Off

3. 16:9

4. Native

5. Contrast

6. Overscan

7. Enter

8. Re-Sync

9. D-Sub Source

10. Video Source

11. HDMI 2 Source

12. YPbPr Source

13. HDMI 1 Source

14. Menu

15. Source

16. Source Lock

17. EdgeMask

18. Brightness

19. LBX

20. 4:3

21. Lamp Mode

22. Mode

23. Four Directional Select
Keys

Lamp

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Installation

SERVICE

VGA/SCART/YPbPr

Y VIDEO

Pb

Pr

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

12V OUT

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Connecting the Projector

Connect to Computer/Notebook

1

3

1....................................................................................................Power Cord

2....................................................................................................*USB Cable

3................................................................................................... *VGA Cable

4...........................................................................................*DVI/HDMI Cable

4

2

+ 12V Output

 Due to the

difference in
applications
for each
country, some
regions may
have different
accessories.

 (*) Optional

accessory

Note

Note

 “12V OUT” is only

for trigger control.
Not a power
supplier port.

 “12V OUT” is

activated when
the projector is
turned on and
continues to stay
on till you turn off
the projector.

Note

Note

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Connect to Video Sources

1....................................................................................................Power Cord

2................................................................................................... *VGA Cable

3................................................................................... *SCART/VGA Adaptor

4................................................*15-Pin to 3 RCA Component/HDTV Adaptor

5.............................................................................*3 RCA Component Cable

6..................................................................................................*HDMI Cable

7................................................................................*Composite Video Cable

 Due to the

difference in
applications
for each
country, some
regions may
have different
accessories.

 (*) Optional

accessory

Note

Note

DVD Player, Set-top Box,

HDTV receiver

Composite Video Output

SERVICE

VGA/SCART/YPbPr

Y VIDEO

Pb

Pr

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

12V OUT

E62405SP

R

1

4

5

3

7

2

DVD Player, Set-top Box,

HDTV receiver

+ 12V Output

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 “12V OUT” is only

for trigger control.
Not a power
supplier port.

 “12V OUT” is

activated when
the projector is
turned on and
continues to stay
on till you turn off
the projector.

Note

Note

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Installation

Powering On the Projector

1. Remove the lens cap. 

2. Securely connect the power cord and signal cable. When
connected, the ON/STANDBY LED will turn Amber.

3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “ ” button either on the top of
the projector or on the remote. The ON/STANDBY LED will
now turn Green. 

The startup screen will display in approximately 10 seconds.

The fi rst time you use the projector, you can select your
preferred language from quick menu after the startup screen

displays.

4. Turn on and connect the source that you want to display
on the screen (computer, notebook, video player, etc). The
projector will detect the source automatically. If not, push
menu button and go to “SETUP”.
Make sure that the “Source Lock” has been set to “Off”.

 If you connect multiple sources at the same time, press the

“SOURCE” button on the control panel or direct source keys
on the remote control to switch between inputs.

POWER

Powering On/Off the Projector

 Turn on the

projector fi rst and

then select the
signal sources.

POWER

SOURCE

Lens Cap

1

Power

2

Note

Note

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Warning Indicator

 When the “LAMP” indicator lights Red (“ON/STANDBY”

indicator fl ashes Amber), the projector will automatically
shut down. Please contact your nearest service center for
assistance.

 When the “TEMP” indicator lights Red (“ON/STANDBY”

indicator fl ashes Amber), it indicates the projector has
overheated. The projector will shut down automatically.

Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched on

again after it has cooled down.

 When the “TEMP” indicator fl ashes Red (“ON/STANDBY”

indicator fl ashes Amber), it indicates the fan has failed.

Powering Off the Projector

1. Press the “ ” button on the remote control or “ ” button
on the control panel of the projector two times with one

second interval in between to turn off the projector. First

push of button will display the following message on the
screen.

Press the “ ” button (or the “ ” button) again to confi rm

the shut down. If the button is not pressed, the message
will disappear after 15 seconds.

2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 60 seconds
for cooling cycle and the ON/STANDBY LED will Flash
Green. When the ON/STANDBY LED lights solid Amber,
the projector has entered standby mode.

If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait

until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and
has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply
press “ ” button to restart the projector.

3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and
the projector.

4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power
off procedure.



Contact the

nearest service
center if the
projector displays
these symptoms.
See pages
47-48 for more
information.

Note

Note

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Installation

Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Projector’s Height

The projector is equipped with elevator feet for
adjusting the image height.

1. Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the
underside of the projector.

2. Rotate the adjustable ring counter clockwise to raise
the projector or clockwise to lower it. Repeat with the
remaining feet as needed.

Tilt-Adjustment Feet

Tilt-Adjustment Ring

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Adjusting the Projector’s Zoom / Focus

POWER

?

Focus Ring

Zoom Ring

You may turn the zoom ring to zoom in or out. To focus the im­age, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.
The projector will focus at distances from 4.89 to 32.68 feet
(1.49 to 9.96 meters).

Adjusting Projection Image Size

 This table is for user’s reference only.

Diagonal

length (inch)

size of 16:9

Screen

Screen Size W X H Projection distance (D)

Offset

(Hd)

(m) (feet) (m) (feet)

Width Height Width Height wide tele wide tele (m) (feet)

38 0.84 0.47 2.76 1.55 - 1.51 - 4.97 0.08 0.25
45 1.00 0.56 3.27 1.84 1.49 1.79 4.89 5.88 0.09 0.29
50 1.11 0.62 3.63 2.04 1.66 1.99 5.45 6.54 0.10 0.33
60 1.33 0.75 4.36 2.45 1.99 2.39 6.54 7.84 0.12 0.39
70 1.55 0.87 5.08 2.86 2.32 2.79 7.63 9.15 0.14 0.46
80 1.77 1.00 5.81 3.27 2.66 3.19 8.72 10.46 0.16 0.52

90 1.99 1.12 6.54 3.68 2.99 3.59 9.81 11.77 0.18 0.59
100 2.21 1.25 7.26 4.09 3.32 3.98 10.89 13.07 0.20 0.65
120 2.66 1.49 8.72 4.90 3.98 4.78 13.07 15.69 0.24 0.78
150 3.32 1.87 10.89 6.13 4.98 5.98 16.34 19.61 0.30 0.98
200 4.43 2.49 14.53 8.17 6.64 7.97 21.79 26.15 0.40 1.31
300 6.64 3.74 21.79 12.26 9.96 - 32.68 - 0.60 1.96

Width

Height

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Screen

Screen

Projection Distance (D)

Projection Distance (D)

Screen (W)

Screen (H)

Offset (Hd)

Top View

SOURCE

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User Controls

Using the Control Panel

Power

Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on
pages 13-14.

RE-SYNC

Automatically synchronize the projector to the input
source.

Enter

Confi rm your item selection.

SOURCE

Press “SOURCE” to select an input signal.

Menu

Press “Menu” to launch the on-screen display (OSD)
menu. To exit OSD, Press “Menu” again.

Four Directional
Select Keys

Use to select items or make adjustments
to your selection.

Lamp LED Indicate the projector’s lamp status.

Temp LED Indicate the projector’s temperature status.

On/Standby
LED

Indicate the projector’s status.

Control Panel

Control Panel & Remote Control

There are two ways for you to control the functions:
Control Panel and Remote Control.

POWER

SOURCE

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User Controls

Lamp

Remote Control

Using the Remote Control

Power On

Refer to the “Power On” section on page 13.

Power Off

Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector”
section on page 14.

Lamp Mode

Increase the brightness of the image. (refer
to page 33)

Mode

Select the display mode from Cinema,
Bright, Photo, Reference and User.

4:3

Scale the image at a 4:3 aspect ratio.

16:9

Scale the image at a 16:9 aspect ratio.

LBX

Enable the viewing of the letterboxed
nonanamorphically enhanced movie at full
screen width. Part of the original image will
be lost if the image aspect ratio is less than

2.35:1.

Native

The input source will be displayed without
scaling.

Brightness

Adjust the brightness of the image.

Contrast

Control the degree of difference between the
lightest and darkest parts of the picture.

EdgeMask

Mask off a few pixels on each edge of the
image to be displayed. Use this function
to adjust if image source happens to have
noise near any edge of the display image.

Source
Lock

Select auto detection all connector ports or
lock current connector port.

Overscan

Mask off a few pixels on each edge of the
image to be displayed. Use the function
to adjust if image source happens to have
noise near any edge of the display image.

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User Controls

Remote Control

Lamp

Using the Remote Control

Enter

Confi rm your item selection.

Source

Press “Source” to select an input signal.

Re-sync

Automatically synchronizes the projector
to the input source.

Menu

Display or exit the on-screen display
menus for projector.

HDMI 1

Press “HDMI 1” to choose source from
HDMI 1 connector.

HDMI 2

Press “HDMI 2” to choose source from
HDMI 2 connector.

D-Sub

Press “D-Sub” to choose source from
VGA/SCART/YPbPr connector.

YPbPr

Press “YPbPr” to choose Component
video source.

Video

Press “Video” to choose Composite
video source.

Four
Directional
Select Keys

Use to select items or
make adjustments to your selection.

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User Controls

The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus that
allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of

settings. The projector will automatically detect the source.

How to operate

1. To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or

Projector Keypad.

2 When OSD is displayed, use

keys to select any item in the

main menu. While making a selection on a particular page, press

or “Enter” key to enter sub menu.

3. Use

keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings

using key.

4. Select the next item to be adjusted in the sub menu and adjust as

described above.

5. Press “Enter” to confi rm, and the screen will return to the main

menu.

6. To exit, press “Menu” again. The OSD menu will close and the

projector will automatically save the new settings.

On-screen Display Menus

Settings

Main Menu

Sub Menu

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User Controls

Menu Tree

*

 (#) “B/W Extension”

can’t support when
source is HDMI,
analog or digital
RGB via DVI port.

 (*) “Signal” is not

supported when the
source is HDMI or
DVI-D.

 (**) “IRE” is only

supported on NTSC
signal.

Note

Note

RGB

Video

#

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User Controls

IMAGE

Mode

There are many factory presets optimized for various types of
images.



Cinema: For home theater.



Bright: Maximum brightness input.



Photo: Optimized for displaying photographic images.



Reference: This mode is intended to reproduce, as close as
possible, the image the way the movie director intended. Color,
color temperature, brightness, contrast and gamma settings are

all confi gured to standard reference levels.



User: User’s settings.

Contrast

The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest
and darkest parts of the picture.



Press the to decrease the contrast.



Press the to increase the contrast.

Brightness

Adjust the brightness of the image.



Press the to darken image.



Press the to lighten the image.

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User Controls

IMAGE

Color

Adjust a video image from black and white to fully saturated color.



Press the to decrease the color saturation in the image.



Press the to increase the color saturation in the image.

Tint

Adjust the color balance of red and green.



Press the to increase the amount of green in the image.



Press the to increase the amount of red in the image.

Sharpness

Adjust the sharpness of the image.



Press the to decrease the sharpness.



Press the to increase the sharpness.

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User Controls

IMAGE | Advanced

Noise Reduction

The motion Adaptive Noise Reduction reduces the amount of
visible noise interlaced signals. The range is from “0” to “10”.

(0: Off)

B/W Extension

Black and White Extension can stretch the black and white levels
to automatically increase the contrast of input image. This unit has
2 pre-set modes that allow the user to switch among the pre-sets
to obtain different image effects. (Off/On)

Color Temp

If set to cold temperature, the image looks more blue. (cold image)
If set to warm temperature, the image looks more red.

(warm image)

RGB Gain/Bias

Press into the next menu as below and then use or
to

select item. Use or to select Red, Green, or Blue for

brightness

(Gain) and contrast (Bias).

 “B/W Extension”

can’t support when
source is HDMI,
analog or digital
RGB via DVI port.

Note

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User Controls

IMAGE | Advanced

Gamma

This allows you to set up gamma curve type. After the initial setup

and fi ne tuning is completed, utilize the Gamma Adjustment steps

to optimize your image output.



Film: for home theater.



Video: for video or TV source.



Graphics: for image source.



Standard: for standardized setting.



Curve: The type of gamma curve.



Offset: The input offset of gamma can range the start level of

base point in gamma curve .



Reset: Choose “Yes” to return the factory default settings for

color adjustments.

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User Controls

DISPLAY

Format

Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.



4:3: This format is for 4x3 input sources.



16:9: This format is for 16x9 input sources, like HDTV and DVD
enhanced for Widescreen TV.



Native: This format displays the original image without any
scaling.



LBX: This format is for non-16x9, letterbox source and for users
who use external anamorphic lens to display 2.35:1 aspect ratio
using full resolution.

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User Controls

LBX format

16 : 9 format

or

4 : 3 format

Input Signal

Display area
Picture area

Display on Screen

Detail informations about LBX mode :

1. Some Letter-Box DVDs are not enhanced for 16x9 TVs. In
this situation, the image will not look right when displayed in
16:9 mode.

In this situation, please try to using the 4:3 mode to view the
DVD.

If the content is not 4:3, there will be black bars around the
image in 16:9 display. For this type of content, you can use

LBX mode to fi ll the image on the 16:9 display.

2. If you use an external anamorphic lens, this LBX mode also
allows you to watch a 2.35:1 content (include Anamorphic

DVD and HDTV fi lm source) that support anamorphic wide is

enhanced for 16x9 Display in a wide 2.35:1 image.

In this case, there are no black bars. Lamp power and
vertical resolution are fully utilized.

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User Controls

Overscan

Overscan function removes the noise in a video image. Overscan
the image to remove video encoding noise on the edge of video

source.

Edge Mask

 Press the to reduce the size of an image.

 Press the to magnify an image on the projection screen.

V Image Shift

Shift the projected image position vertically.

V Keystone

Press the or to adjust image distortion vertically. If the image
looks trapezoidal, this option can help make the image rectangular.

DISPLAY

 Each I/O has

different setting of
“Overscan”.

 “Overscan” and

“Edge Mask” can’t
work at same time.

Note

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User Controls

DISPLAY

 “SuperWide“ is

“Off“ as default.

Note

Note

SuperWide

SuperWide is a feature that uses a special 2.0:1 aspect ratio
screen enabling both 16:9 and 2.35:1 aspect ratio movies to be

shown without black bars at the top and bottom of the screen



Off: Your desired aspect ratio can be selected - 4:3, 16:9, LBX
and Native.



On: Only formats 4:3 and 16:9 can be selected.



Auto: To solve the differences of the fi lm formats, the option can

keep the format in the same ratio.

How to use “SuperWide”

1. Obtain a 2.0:1 aspect ratio screen

2. Switch SuperWide ON

3. Align the projector image correctly on the screen

4. Enjoy movies without black bars

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User Controls

SYSTEM

Menu Location

Choose the menu location on the display screen.

Projection



Front-Projection

This is the default selection. The image is projected straight on
the screen.



Rear-Desktop

When selected, the image will appear reversed.



Front-Ceiling

When selected, the image will turn upside down.



Rear-Ceiling

When selected, the image will appear reversed in upside down
position.

 Rear-Desktop

and Rear-Ceiling
are to be used
with a translucent
screen.

Note

Note

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SYSTEM

Image AI

Image AI improves the contrast of the picture by optimizing the

brightness of the lamp according to the picture content.



On: The dynamic image performance manager is active in

making sure your greatest pleasure from seeing a movie
dynamically with the most dark details revealed, vivid and
bright image performed all the way.



Off: The dynamic image performance manager is on standby.

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SYSTEM

Test Pattern

Display a test pattern. There are Grid, White pattern and None.

Background Color

Use this feature to display a “Dark Blue”, “Black”, or “Gray” screen
when no signal is available.

12V Trigger

12V trigger provides a standard trigger for motorized screens.

 “12V OUT” is only

for trigger control.
Not a power
supplier port.

 “12V OUT” is

activated when
the projector is
turned on and
continues to stay
on till you turn off
the projector.

Note

Note

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User Controls

SYSTEM |

Lamp Settings

Lamp Hour

Display the cumulative lamp operating time.

Lamp Reminder

Choose this function to show or to hide the warning message
when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will
appear up 30 hours before suggested replacement of lamp.

Bright Mode

Choose “On” to increase the brightness. Choose “Off” to return
normal mode.

Lamp Reset

Reset the lamp life hour after replacing the lamp.

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SETUP

Language

Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Press or into the sub
menu and then use the or key to select your preferred

language. Press “Select (Enter)” to fi nalize the selection.

Input Source

Use this option to enable / disable input sources. Press to enter

the sub menu and select which sources you require. Press “Enter”

to finalize the selection. The projector will not search for inputs that
are not selected.

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Source Lock

When this function is turned off, the projector will search for other
signals if the current input signal is lost. When this function is

turned on, it will search for a specifi ed connection port.

High Altitude

Choose “On” to turn on High Altitude mode. Operates the fans at
full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of
the projector.

Auto Power Off (min)

Set the interval of power-off of the system, if there is no signal
input.

Color Space

Select an appropriate color matrix type from RGB or YCbCr.

Reset

Return the adjustments and settings to factory default values.



Current : Return the current menu’s settings to factory default.



All : Return the settings for all menus to factory default values.

SETUP

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Signal



Phase: Change the display data frequency to match the

frequency of your computer’s graphic card. When you
experience a vertical fl ickering bar, use this function to

make an adjustment.



Tracking: Synchronize the signal timing of the display with

the graphics card. If you experience an unstable or

fl ickering image, use this function to correct it.



H Position: Adjust the horizontal position.



V Position: Adjust the vertical position.

 “Signal” is not

supported when the
source is HDMI or
DVI-D.

Note

Note

SETUP | Signal

-

RGB Source

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Signal



White Level: Allow user adjust White Level when inputting

S-Video or Video/CVBS signals.



Black Level: Allow user adjust Black Level when inputting

S-Video or Video/CVBS signals.



Saturation: Adjust a video image from black and white to

fully saturated color. Press the to decrease
the amount of color in the image. Press the
to increase the amount of color in the image.



Hue: Adjust the color balance of red and green. Press the to

increase the amount of green in the image. Press the to
increase the amount of red in the image.



IRE: Adjust measurement of composite video signals.

SETUP | Signal

-

Video Source

 “IRE” is only

supported on NTSC
signal.

Note

Note

 “Signal” is not

supported when the
source is HDMI or
DVI-D.

Note

Note

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Image Problems

No image appears on-screen



Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and

securely connected as described in the “Installation” section.



Ensure all the pins of connectors are not bent or broken.



Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please

refer to the “Replacing the lamp” section.



Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the projector is

switched on.

Image is out of focus



Make sure the lens cap is removed.



Adjust the Focus Ring on the projector lens.



Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance

4.89 to 32.68 feet (1.49 to 9.96 meters) from the projector.
See page 16.

The image is stretched when displaying 16:9 DVD title



When you play anamorphic DVD or 16:9 DVD, the projector will

show the best image in 16:9 format on projector side.



If you play the LBX format DVD title, please change the format as

LBX in projector OSD.



If you play 4:3 format DVD titles, please change the format to 4:3 in

the projector OSD.



If the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect

ratio by referring to the following:



Please setup the display format as 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio type on

your DVD player.

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with your projector,

please refer to the following information. If a
problem persists, please contact your local
reseller or service center.

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Image is too small or too large



Adjust the Zoom Ring on the top of the projector.



Move the projector closer to or further from the screen.



Press “Menu” button on the remote control or projector panel, go

to “Display  Format” and try the different settings.

Image has slanted sides



If possible, reposition the projector so that it is horizontally

centered on the screen and below the bottom of the screen.

Image is reversed



Select “SYSTEM  Projection” from the OSD and adjust the

projection direction.

Other Problems

The projector stops responding to all controls



If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and

wait at least 60 seconds before reconnecting power.

Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound



When the lamp reaches its end of life, it will burn out and may

make a loud popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not
turn on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the
lamp, follow the procedures in the “Replacing the Lamp” section
on pages 42-43.

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Projector Status Indication

LED lighting message

Message

ON/STANDBY

LED

Temp-LED Lamp-LED

(Green/Amber) (Red) (Red)

Standby State
(Input power cord)

Amber

Power on (Warming)

Flashing

Green

Lamp lighting Green

Power off (Cooling)

Flashing

Green

Error (Over Temp.)

Flashing

Amber

Error (Fan fail)

Flashing

Amber

Flashing

Error (Lamp fail)

Flashing

Amber

Steady light 

No light 

* ON/STANDBY LED be ON when OSD appears, be OFF when OSD disappears.

Note

Note

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On Screen Messages



Fan failed:

The projector will switch off automatically.



Over temperature:
The projector will switch off automatically.



Replacing the lamp:
Lamp is approaching the end of it’s rated life.
Replcement suggested.

Remote Control Problems

If the remote control does not work



Check the operating angle of the remote control is within ±15°

both horizontally and vertically of one of the IR receivers on the
projector.



Make sure there are not any obstructions between the remote

control and the projector. Move to within 8 m of the projector.



Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.



Replace batteries if they are exhausted.

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Replacing the lamp

The projector automatically detects the lamp life. When the
lamp life is nearing the end of use, you will receive a warning
message.

When you see this message, please contact your local reseller
or service center to change the lamp as soon as possible.
Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30
minutes before changing the lamp.

Warning: Lamp compartment may be hot! Allow it to cool down

before changing the lamp!

Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not drop the

lamp module or touch the lamp bulb. The bulb may shatter and
cause injury if it is dropped.

Warning: If ceiling mounted, please use caution when

opening the lamp access panel. It is recommended to wear
safety glasses if changing the bulb when ceiling mounted.
“Caution must be used to prevent any loose parts from falling
out of projector.”

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Lamp Replacement Procedure:

1. Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the “ ” button.

2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least 30 minutes.

3. Disconnect the power cord.

4. Unscrew the two screws on the cover. 1

5. Lift up and remove the cover. 2

6. Unscrew the two screws on the lamp module. 3

7. Lift up the lamp handle and remove the lamp module slowly and carefully. 4

To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous steps.

8. Turn on the projector and use “Lamp Reset” after the lamp module is
replaced.

Lamp Reset: (i) Press “Menu”  (ii) Select “SYSTEM”  (iii) Select

“Lamp Settings”  (iv) Select “Lamp Reset”  (v) Select “Yes”.

1

2

3

4

 The screws on the

lamp cover and the
lamp cannot be
removed.

 The projector

cannot be turned
on if the lamp
cover has not been
placed back on the
projector.

 Do not touch the

glass area of the
lamp. Hand oil can
cause the lamp to
shatter. Use a dry
cloth to clean the
lamp module if it
was accidentally
touched.

Note

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Compatibility Modes



Computer Compatibility

 For widescreen

resolution (WXGA),
the compatibility
support is
dependent on
Notebook/PC
models.

Mode Resolution

V.Frequency

(Hz)

AAnalog Digital

SVGA

800 x 600 56

 

800 x 600 60

 

800 x 600 72

 

800 x 600 75

 

800 x 600 85

 

XGA

1024 x 768 60

 

1024 x 768 70

 

1024 x 768 75

 

1024 x 768 85

 

WXGA

1280 x 768 60

 

1280 x 800 60

 

HD

1280 x 720 60

 

1280 x 1024 60

 

1280 x 1024 75

 

1920 x 1080 24

 

1920 x 1080 60

 

SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 60

 

UXGA 1600 x 1200 60

 

Power Book G4

SVGA 800 x 600 60

 

800 x 600 75

 

800 x 600 85

 

XGA 1024 x 768 60

 

1024 x 768 70

 

1024 x 768 75

 

1024 x 768 85

 

WXGA 1280 x 768 60

 

HD 1280 x 720 60

 

1280 x 1024 60

 

1280 x 1024 75

 

SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 60

 

UXGA 1600 x 1200 60

 

iMAC

XGA 1024 x 768 60

 

Note

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

Video Compatibility

NTSC M (3.58MHz), 4.43 MHz

PAL B, D, G, H, I, M, N

SECAM B, D, G, K, K1, L

SDTV/HDTV 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p@50Hz/60Hz, 1080i/p@50Hz/60Hz

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 Please note that

damage resulting
from incorrect
installation will
invalidate the
warranty.

Ceiling Mount Installation

1. To prevent damage to your projector, please use the
Optoma ceiling mount.

2. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please
ensure the screws used to attach a mount to the projector

meet the following specifications:



Screw type: M3*3



Maximum screw length: 10mm

 Minimum screw length: 7.5mm

Warning:

1. If you buy a ceiling
mount from another
company, please
be sure to use the
correct screw size.
Screw size will vary
depending on the
thickness of the
mounting plate.

2. Be sure to keep
at least 10 cm gap
between the ceiling
and the bottom of the
projector.

3. Avoid installing the
projector near a heat
source.

Note

Note

Note

Note

Lens

82.3093.60

110.00 137.2076.40

55.00

131.40

323.60

233.30

59.01

Unit: mm

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Optoma Global Offi ces

For service or support please contact your local offi ce.

USA

715 Sycamore Drive Tel : [phone]
Milpitas, CA 95035, USA Fax: [phone]
www.optomausa.com Service : [e-mail]

Canada

5630 Kennedy Road, Mississauga, Tel : [phone]
ON, L4Z 2A9, Canada Fax: [phone]
www.optoma.ca Service : [e-mail]

Europe

42 Caxton Way, The Watford Business Park
Watford, Hertfordshire,
WD18 8QZ, UK Tel : [phone]
www.optoma.eu Fax: [phone]
Service Tel : [phone] Service : [e-mail]

France

Bâtiment E Tel : [phone]
81-83 avenue Edouard Vaillant Fax: [phone]
92100 Boulogne Billancourt, France Service : [e-mail]

Spain

C/ José Hierro,36 Of. 1C Tel : [phone]
28529 Rivas VaciaMadrid, Fax: [phone]
Spain

Deutschland

Werftstrasse 25 Tel : [phone]
D40549 Düsseldorf, Fax: [phone]
Germany Service : [e-mail]

Scandinavia

Grev Wedels Plass 2 Tel : [phone]
3015 Drammen Fax: [phone]
Norway Service : [e-mail]

Latin America

715 Sycamore Drive Tel : [phone]
Milpitas, CA 95035, USA Fax: [phone]
www.optoma.com.br www.optoma.com.mx

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Korea

WOOMI TECH.CO.,LTD.
4F,Minu Bldg.33-14, Kangnam-Ku, Tel : +82+2+34430004
seoul,135-815, KOREA Fax: +82+2+34430005

Japan

東京都足立区綾瀬3-25-18
株式会社オーエスエム E-mail : [e-mail]
サポートセンター:0120-46-5040 www.os-worldwide.com

Taiwan

5F., No. 108, Minchiuan Rd. Tel : [phone]
Shindian City, Fax: [phone]
Taipei Taiwan 231, R.O.C. Service : [e-mail]
www.optoma.com.tw asia.optoma.com

Hong Kong

Unit A, 27/F Dragon Centre,
79 Wing Hong Street, Tel : [phone]
Cheung Sha Wan, Fax: [phone]
Kowloon, Hong Kong www.optoma.com.hk

China

5F, No. 1205, Kaixuan Rd., Tel : [phone]
Changning District Fax: [phone]
Shanghai, 200052, China www.optoma.com.cn

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Regulation & Safety notices

This appendix lists the general notices of your projector.

FCC notice

This device 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 device 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 device does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the device 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 device and receiver.

• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for help.

Notice: Shielded cables

All connections to other computing devices must be
made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with
FCC regulations.

Caution

Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the

manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is
granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to
operate this projector.

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Operation conditions

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
operation.

Notice: Canadian users

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

Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs
canadiens

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la

norme

NMB-003 du Canada.

Declaration of Conformity for EU
countries

• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC (including amendments)

• Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC

• R & TTE Directive 1999/5/EC (if product has RF function)

Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the
trash when discarding. To minimize pollution
and ensure utmost protection of the global
environment, please recycle it.