Optoma TW610ST User Guide

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

Product Features ................................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 the projector On / Off ........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 Focus ......... 16

Adjusting Projection Image Size ........ 16

User Controls ................................18

Control Panel & Remote Control ......18

Control Panel ..................................... 18

Remote Control ..................................19

On-screen Display Menus ................24

How to operate .................................24

Menu Tree .......................................... 25

IMAGE ............................................... 27

IMAGE | Advanced ............................ 29

DISPLAY ............................................ 31

DISPLAY | 3D ................................... 34

SETUP ............................................... 35

SETUP | Signal (RGB) ....................... 38

SETUP | Security ............................... 39

SETUP | Advanced ............................ 41

SETUP | Network ............................... 42

OPTIONS ........................................... 45

OPTIONS | Advanced ........................ 46

OPTIONS | Lamp Settings ................. 47

Appendices ....................................48

Troubleshooting ................................48

Replacing the lamp ...........................53

Compatibility Modes .........................55

Computer Compatibility .....................55

Video Compatibility ............................ 56

RS232 Commands and Protocol

Function List .....................................57

RS232 Pin Assignments .................... 57

RS232 Protocol Function List ............ 58

Ceiling Mount Installation ..................62

Optoma Global Ofces .....................63

Regulation & Safety Notices .............65

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Usage Notice

Safety Information

The lightning 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 suf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 ow.

2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk
of 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 ampliers that emits heat.

4. Clean only with dry cloth.

5. Only use attachments/accessories speci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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

on. The bright light may hurt and damage your eyes.

expose this projector to rain or moisture.

this may cause electric shock.

cool down. Follow instructions as described on pages

53-54.

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

display “OPTIONS | Lamp Settings” menu after
replacing the lamp module (refer to page 47).

When the lamp

reaches the end
of its life, the pro-

jector 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 53-54.

▀■ 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 “Lamp Warning: Lamp life exceeded.”
will show on the screen. Please contact your local
reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon

as possible.

▀■ Warning- Do not look into or point the laser pointer on your

remote control into your or someone’s eyes. Laser
pointer can cause permanent damage to eyesight.

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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 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

reduce ambient light levels.

Product Features

Monitor loop

through only sup­port in VGA1-In/
SCART/YPbPr.

▀■ XGA (1024x768) Native resolution /

WXGA (1280x800) Native resolution

▀■ HD compatible – 1080p supported

▀■ VGA monitor loop through

(works on standby mode > 1W)

TM

▀■ BrilliantColor

▀■ Security Bar and Kensington Lock

▀■ RS232 control

▀■ Rapid shutdown
▀■ Built-in speakers
▀■ Network support

Technology

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Introduction

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.

Due to different

applications in

each Country,
some regions
may have

different
accessories.

Projector with lens cap

2 × AAA Batteries

Documentation :

User’s Manual



Warranty Card



Quick Start Card



WEEE Card



(for EMEA only)

Power Cord 1.8m

IR Remote Control

VGA Cable 1.8m

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Introduction

Product Overview

Main Unit

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1. Control Panel

2. Focus Ring

3. Speaker

4. Tilt-Adjustment Feet

5. Lens

6. IR Receiver

Air Flow

7. Input / Output

Connections

8. Power Socket

9. Security Bar

10. Ventilation (inlet)

11. Ventilation (outlet)

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Introduction

LAMP

TEMP

HELP

POWER/STANDBY

MENU

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Control Panel

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1. Source

2. Enter

3. Re-Sync

4. IR Receiver

5. Temp LED

6. Help

7. Four Directional Select Keys

8. Power/Standby button and LED

9. Keystone Correction

10. Menu

11. Lamp LED

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Introduction

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO1-IN

(VGA1/VGA2)

RS-232

MIC

L R

AUDIO 2-IN (S-VIDEO/VIDEO)

VIDEOS-VIDEO

HDMI

VGA-OUT

VGA1-IN / SCART / YPbPr

VGA2-IN / YPbPr

RJ-45

USB

12V OUT

12V OUT

Input/Output Connections

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Monitor loop

through only sup­port in VGA1-In/
SCART/YPbPr.

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1. RJ-45 Networking Connector

2. USB Connector (Connect to PC for Remote Mouse func-

tion)

3. HDMI Connector

4. VGA-Out Connector (Monitor Loop-through Output)

5. VGA1-In/SCART/YPbPr Connector
(PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/YPbPr/

SCART)

6. S-Video Input Connector

7. Composite Video Input Connector

8. RS-232 Connector (3-pin DIN Type)

9. Audio 1 Input connector (3.5mm mini jack)
(for VGA1/VGA2)

10. 12V Trigger Relay Connector (12V, 750mA)

11. Security Bar

12. Audio Output Connector (3.5mm Mini Jack)

13. KensingtonTM Lock Port

14. RCA Audio 2 Input connector (Left & Right)

(for S-Video/Video)

15. Microphone Input Connector

16. VGA2-In/YPbPr Connector
(PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/YPbPr)

17. Power Socket

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Introduction

Remote Control

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1. LED Indicator

2. Power On/Off

3. Four Directional

Select Keys

4. Mouse Right Click

5. Page Up

6. Re-Sync

7. Page Down

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8. Volume +/-

9. 3D

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10. AV mute

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11. Video

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12. PC/Mouse control

13. Mouse Left Click

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14. Enter/Help

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15. Source

16. Keystone +/-

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17. Menu

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18. Brightness

19. HDMI

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20. S-Video

21. Numbered keypad

2322

(for password input)

22. Freeze

23. VGA

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AUDIO OUT

AUDIO1-IN

(VGA1/VGA2)

RS-232

MIC

L R

AUDIO 2-IN (S-VIDEO/VIDEO)

VIDEOS-VIDEO

HDMI

VGA-OUT

VGA1-IN / SCART / YPbPr

VGA2-IN / YPbPr

RJ-45

USB

12V OUT

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MOLEX

E62405SP

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Connecting the Projector

Connect to Computer/Notebook

+12V Output

Due to the

difference in
applications
for each

country, some
regions may

have different
accessories.

(*) Optional

accessory

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Audio Output

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

2..............................................................................................*Network Cable

3....................................................................................................*USB Cable

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

5.....................................................................................................VGA Cable

6................................................................................................*RS232 Cable

7.........................................................................................*Audio Input Cable

8........................................................................................*VGA Output Cable

9......................................................................................*Audio Output Cable

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AUDIO OUT

AUDIO1-IN
(VGA1/VGA2)

RS-232

MIC

L R

AUDIO 2-IN (S-VIDEO/VIDEO)

VIDEOS-VIDEO

HDMI

VGA-OUT

VGA1-IN / SCART / YPbPr

VGA2-IN / YPbPr

RJ-45

USB

12V OUT

E62405SP

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Connect to Video Sources

DVD Player, Set-top Box,

HDTV receiver

S-Video Output

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Due to the

difference in
applications
for each

country, some
regions may

have different
accessories.

(*) Optional

accessory

Audio Output

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Composite Video Output

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+12V Output

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

2..................................................................................................*HDMI Cable

3........................................................................................ *Microphone Cable

4................................................................................... *SCART/VGA Adaptor

5.....................................................................................................VGA Cable

6.............................................................................................. *S-Video Cable

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

8.................................................................................*Audio Cable Jack/RCA

9................................................*15-Pin to 3 RCA Component/HDTV Adaptor

10...........................................................................*3 RCA Component Cable

11. ..............................................................................*Audio Cable RCA/RCA

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Installation

(*) When Power

LAMP

TEMP

HELP

POWER/STANDBY

MENU

S

O

U

R

C

E

mode (Standby)

is set to Eco, the
VGA & Audio
pass-through and

RS-232 will be
deactivated when

the projector is in

standby.

Powering the projector On / Off

Powering On the Projector

1. Remove the lens cap. 

2. Securely connect the power cord and signal cable. When

connected, the POWER/STANDBY LED will turn Amber.

3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “

the projector or on the remote. The POWER/STANDBY LED
will now turn Green. 

The startup screen will display in approximately 10 seconds.

The rst time you use the projector, you will be asked to
select the preferred language and power saving mode.

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 “OPTIONS”.
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.

” button either on the top of

Turn on the

projector rst and

then select the
signal sources.

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POWER/STANDBY

1

Lens Cap

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Powering Off the Projector

1. Press the “ ” button on the remote control or

on the control panel to turn off the projector.

The following message will be displayed on the screen.

Press the “ ” button again to conrm otherwise the

message will disappear after 15 seconds. When you
press the “ ” button for the second time, the projector will
display countdown timer and will shut down.

2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 10 seconds

for cooling cycle and the POWER/STANDBY LED will
Flash Green. When the POWER/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

63-64 for more
information.

Warning Indicator

When the warning indicators (see below) come on,

the projector will automatically shutdown:

 “LAMP” LED indicator is lit red and if “POWER/STANDBY”

indicator ashes amber.

 “TEMP” LED indicator is lit red and if “POWER/STANDBY”

indicator ashes amber. This indicates the projector has
overheated. Under normal conditions, the projector can be
switched back on.

 “TEMP” LED indicator ashes red and if “POWER/STAND-

BY” indicator ashes amber.

Unplug the power cord from the projector, wait for 30 seconds
and try again. If the warning indicator light up again, please
contact your nearest service center for assistance.

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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 remain-

ing feet as needed.

Tilt-Adjustment Feet

Tilt-Adjustment Ring

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Width

Height

Diagonal

Top View

Side View

Projection Distance (D)

Projection Distance (D)

Screen

Screen

Screen (W)

Screen (H)

Offset (Hd)

Adjusting the Projector’s Focus

To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.

XGA series: The projector will focus at distances from 1.64



to 12.46 feet (0.5 to 3.8 meters).

WXGA series: The projector will focus at distances from 1.64



to 11.15 feet (0.5 to 3.4 meters).

Adjusting Projection Image Size

XGA series: Projection Image Size from 39.3” to 300” (1.0 to



7.6 meters).

Focus Ring

WXGA series: Projection Image Size from 44.6” to 300” (1.1



to 7.6 meters).

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XGA

Diagonal length

(inch) size of

4:3 Screen

40.00 0.81 0.61 2.66 2.00 0.50 0.50 1.64 1.64 0.09 0.30

60.00 1.22 0.91 4.00 2.98 0.80 0.80 2.62 2.62 0.14 0.45

70.00 1.42 1.07 4.66 3.51 0.90 0.90 2.95 2.95 0.16 0.53

80.00 1.63 1.22 5.35 4.00 1.00 1.00 3.28 3.28 0.18 0.60

90.00 1.83 1.37 6.00 4.49 1.10 1.10 3.61 3.61 0.21 0.67

100.00 2.03 1.52 6.66 4.99 1.30 1.30 4.26 4.26 0.23 0.75

120.00 2.44 1.83 8.00 6.00 1.50 1.50 4.92 4.92 0.27 0.90

150.00 3.05 2.29 10.00 7.51 1.90 1.90 6.23 6.23 0.34 1.13

180.00 3.66 2.74 12.00 8.99 2.30 2.30 7.54 7.54 0.41 1.35

250.00 5.08 3.81 16.66 12.50 3.20 3.20 10.50 10.50 0.57 1.87

300.00 6.10 4.57 20.01 14.99 3.80 3.80 12.46 12.46 0.69 2.25

Screen Size W x H Projection Distance (D)

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

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

 This table is for user’s reference only.

WXGA

Diagonal length

(inch) size of

16:10 Screen

40.00 0.86 0.54 2.82 1.77 0.40 0.40 1.31 1.31 0.07 0.22

60.00 1.29 0.81 4.23 2.66 0.70 0.70 2.30 2.30 0.10 0.33

70.00 1.51 0.94 4.95 3.08 0.80 0.80 2.62 2.62 0.12 0.38

80.00 1.72 1.08 5.64 3.54 0.90 0.90 2.95 2.95 0.13 0.44

90.00 1.94 1.21 6.36 3.97 1.00 1.00 3.28 3.28 0.15 0.49

100.00 2.15 1.35 7.05 4.43 1.10 1.10 3.61 3.61 0.17 0.55

120.00 2.58 1.62 8.46 5.31 1.30 1.30 4.26 4.26 0.20 0.66

150.00 3.23 2.02 10.59 6.63 1.70 1.70 5.58 5.58 0.25 0.82

180.00 3.88 2.42 12.73 7.94 2.00 2.00 6.56 6.56 0.30 0.98

250.00 5.38 3.37 17.65 11.05 2.80 2.80 9.18 9.18 0.42 1.37

300.00 6.46 4.04 21.19 13.25 3.40 3.40 11.15 11.15 0.50 1.64

Screen Size W x H Projection Distance (D)

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

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

 This table is for user’s reference only.

Offset (Hd)

Offset (Hd)

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User Controls

LAMP

TEMP

HELP

POWER/STANDBY

MENU

S

O

U

R

C

E

Control Panel & Remote Control

Control Panel

Using the Control Panel

POWER

RE-SYNC

Enter

SOURCE

Menu

Four Directional

Select Keys

Keystone

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

pages 13-14.

Automatically synchronize the projector to the input

source.

Conrm your item selection.

Press “SOURCE” to select an input signal.

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

Use to select items or make adjust­ments to your selection.

Use

to adjust image distortion caused

by tilting the projector. (±40 degrees)

HELP Help Menu (refer to page 21).

Lamp LED

Temp LED

Indicate the projector’s lamp status.

Indicate the projector’s temperature status.

POWER/

STANDBY
LED

Indicate the projector’s status.

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User Controls

Remote Control

Using the Remote Control

Power

L Button

R Button

Page +

Page -

Enter / Help

Source

Re-SYNC

Four Directional

Select Keys

Keystone +/-

Volume +/-

Brightness

Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector”

section on pages 13-14.

Mouse left click.

Mouse right click.

Use this button to page up.

Use this button to page down.

Conrm your item selection.

Help Menu (refer to page 21).

Press “Source” to select an input signal.

Automatically synchronizes the projector to

the input source.

Use to select items or make

adjustments to your selection.

Adjust image distortion caused by tilting the

projector.

Adjust to increase / decrease the volume.

Adjust the brightness of the image.

3D

Menu

HDMI

Freeze

Press the “3D” to turn the 3D OSD menu
on/off.

Press “Menu” to launch the on-screen

display (OSD) menu. To exit OSD, press

“Menu” again.

Press “HDMI” to choose HDMI source.

Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image.
Press this button again to unlock.

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User Controls

Using the Remote Control

AV mute

S-Video Press “S-Video” to choose S-Video source.

VGA

Video

Momentarily turns off/on the audio and

video.

Press “VGA” to choose VGA sources.

Press “Video” to choose Composite video

source.