Samsung SP-H500 User Manual

OWNER'S INSTRUCTIONS

Owner's Instructions

BP68-00340C-01

SP-H700/H500

Connections and Source Setup

Before Connections ............................................22

Connecting to Video Equipment

Connecting to VCR/Camcorder/Cable Box ..........23

Connecting to DVD ............................................24

Connecting to the Digital TV Receiver..................25

Setting up the External Input Source ................26

Naming the External Connections ....................27

Preparation

Features and Design..............................................4

Caution on Lamp Use and Replacement..............5

Projector and Accessories

Front/Upper Side and Accessories ........................8

Rear Side and Cables ........................................10

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

Operating the Remote Control............................12

Installation and Basic Adjustments

Installation/Turning On ....................................14

Zooming and Focus Adjustment..........................16

Leveling with Adjustable Feet ............................17

Using the Lens Shift Dial....................................18

Screen Size and Projection Distance....................19

Preparation

Table of Contents

Setup

Flipping/Reversing the Projected Image ........44

Light Setting ........................................................45

Correcting Vertical Keystone ............................46

Test Patterns ......................................................47

Restoring the Factory Default Settings............48

Information..........................................................49

Picture Adjustment

Selecting Picture Mode ......................................30

Custom Settings of the Picture ..........................31

Changing the Color Standard ............................32

Selecting and Adjusting Color Temperature ....33

Gamma Correction ..............................................34

Saving Custom Picture Settings ........................35

Setting up DNle ..................................................36

Selecting Picture Size..........................................37

Screen Position Adjustment ..............................39

Film Mode ............................................................40

Overscan ..............................................................41

Still Picture ..........................................................42

Menu Option

Setting the Language..........................................52

Setting the Menu Position..................................53

Setting the Menu Translucency..........................54

Setting the Menu Display Time..........................55

Selecting Quick Menu..........................................56

Connecting to PC

Before Connecting to PC ....................................58

Setting up the PC Environment..........................59

Connecting to PC..................................................60

Automatic Picture Adjustment ..........................62

Frequency Adjustment ........................................63

Fine Tuning with the Phase Adjustment ..........64

Zooming the Screen ............................................65

Reset the PC ........................................................66

Troubleshooting

Before Contacting Service Personnel ................68

Other Information

Storage and Maintenance ..................................72

Purchasing Accessories ......................................73

Structure of Screen Menu ..................................74

Lamp Replacement ..............................................77

Specifications ......................................................78

Remote Control Specifications ..........................79

Preparation

Features and Design

Caution on Lamp Use and Replacement

Preparation

Caution on Lamp Use and Replacement

Features and Design

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SP-H700: DLPTMHD2+DMD panel capable of 1280x720 resolution

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SP-H500: DLPTMED2 DMD panel capable of 1024x576 resolution

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5X-speed color wheel designed to reduce digital artifacts

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250W Lamp designed to improve luminance

Optical engine adopting advanced DLP technology

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Quality picture tuning focused on improving color - this unit aims at realizing color coordinates that meet broadcasting standards on video production.

Vivid colors

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The airflow and fan installation structure are optimized to minimize fan noise and beam leakage.

Minimized fan noise and light leakage

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Five types of input ports including a DVI-D (compatible with HDCP) port, two Component ports improve connection to external peripherals.

Various Input Ports

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This unit allows adjustment of each input port.

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The unit has a reference pattern that can be used for positioning and adjustment.

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The remote control is backlit to improve usability in a dark environment.

User adjustments

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The Projector lamp changes in nature depending on time of use and using environment. Refer to the installation and other recommended operational sections of the user’s manual to avoid rapid degradation of performance and deterioration of picture quality. The projector lamp requires regular replacement.

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Free servicing will be offered within 90 days after purchasing of the product and within 300 hours of product use, if the problem is due to a defective lamp.

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You can check the lamp use time by pressing the INFO button on the remote control.

Projector Lamp

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Unplug the power cord before replacing the lamp.

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Inside of the projector is very hot. Cool off the projector for at least an hour after turning off.

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Contact your dealer to purchase a lamp for replacement. (Ultra violets from the lamp can damage your eyes.)

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Turn off the power of the lamp before replacement or repair. (Due to the high-pressure of the lamp, it is possible to explode.)

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When the lamp is broken, be careful not to be hurt by glass pieces. Refer to the manual for proper handling.

Caution on Lamp Replacement

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This projector produces intense light. Do not stare light source directly.

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Do not touch the exhaust vent during operation. It can be very hot.

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Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Caution on Lamp Use

Preparation

Projector and Accessories ............................8

Installation and Basic Adjustments ..........14

VISUAL REALISM

Front/Upper Side

PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES

Front/Upper Side and Accessories

Preparation

Projector and Accessories

Preparation

Projector and Accessories

Indicators

TEMP (Red LED)

LAMP (Blue LED)

STAND BY (Blue LED)

Refer to page 9 for details.

Remote Control Signal Receiver

Focus Ring

Used for Focus Adjustment.

Lens

Adjustable Feet

You can adjust the screen position by moving up and down the adjustable feet.

Zoom Knob

Used to enlarge or reduce image size.

Used to open the on-screen Menu.

POWER

Used to turn the projector on or off.

SOURCE

Used to select input signals from the external sources.

1100

Select and Move Button

Used to select an menu item, and to move the cursor.

1111

LENS SHIFT Dial

You can adjust screen images up and down within the lens range.

Remote Control/

2 Batteries

Power Cable Owner's Instructions

: Turned On : Flashing : Turned Off

STANDBYLAMPTEMP

Information

If you press the POWER button on the remote control or projector, the screen appears within 30 seconds.

The projector is in normal operating condition.

The projector is warming up after

POWER button has been pressed.

The

POWER button is pressed to turn off the projector, and the cooling system is in operation to cool off inside of the projector. (Lasts for about 1 minute and 30 seconds)

Refer to measure 1 below if the cooling fan inside the projector is not in normal operation condition.

Refer to measure 2 below if the lamp cover protecting the lamp unit is not closed properly.

Power is turned off automatically when temperature inside of the projector goes beyond the control limit. Refer to measure 3.

Refer to measure 4 below if the life span of the lamp is running out or a problem with the lamp is detected.

When the cooling fan system is not in normal operating condition.

When the lamp cover protecting the lamp unit is not properly closed or the sensor system is not in normal operating condition.

When temperature inside of the projector becomes too high.

The lamp is malfunctioning after abnormal power off or restarting right after turning off the projector.

When brightness of the picture screen degrades or image deterioration is found.

Unplug and plug the cord and restart the projector. If the problem does not disappear, contact a dealer or service personnel near you.

Check the screw on the bottom side of the projector. If you do not find any problem, contact a dealer or service personnel near you.

Adjust the position of the projector following the installation instructions of this manual and cool off the projector before restarting it. If the problem does not disappear, contact a dealer or service personnel near you.

Power off the projector and cool it off for some time before restarting it.

Check how long the lamp has been used on Information and contact a dealer or service personnel near you for lamp replacement.

Measure 1

Measure 2

Measure 3

Measure 4

Indicator Information

Classification State Measures

Accessories

Clearing Indicator Problems

NOTE

This Projector uses a cooling fan system to keep the unit from overheating. Operation of the cooling fan may cause noise, which does not affect the product performance. No exchange or refund for the noise concern.

Preparation

Projector and Accessories

Preparation

Projector and Accessories

Used to turn on the projector.

COMP.1

(Pages 24~26)

Used to switch to COMPONENT 1 Mode.

COMP.2

(Pages 24~26)

Used to switch to COMPONENT 2 Mode.

S-VIDEO

(Pages 23, 26)

Used to switch to S-VIDEO Mode.

P.SIZE

(Page 37)

Used to adjust the size of picture screen.

P.MODE

(Page 30)

Used to select Picture Mode.

STILL

(Page 42)

Used to see still images.

V.KEYSTONE

(Page 46) You can use this function for trapezoidal adjustment of the image.

QUICK

(Page 56)

Used to quickly select the previous menu.

1100

Used to display Menu Screen.

1111

…†œ√

(Move) / (Select)

Used to move to or select each menu item.

1122

OFF

Used to turn off the projector.

1133

LIGHT

(Page 13) Used to operate remote control in dark room.

1144

(Pages 25, 60~66)

Used to switch to PC Mode.

1155

DVI

(Page 25, 60)

Used to switch to DVI Mode.

1166

COMPOSITE

(Pages 23, 26)

Used to switch to COMPOSITE Mode.

1177

CUSTOM

(Page 31)

Used to select Picture User Adjust Mode.

1188

INSTALL

(Page 44)

Used to flip or reverse the projected image.

1199

INFO

(Page 49) Used to check source signals, picture setup, PC screen adjustment and lamp lifespan.

2200

EXIT

Used to make Menu Screen disappear.

3 4 5

8 9

PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES

Rear Side and Cables

Rear Side

Power Cord

Connected to the wall outlet

∏.

Video (COMPOSITE) Cable

Connected to the connection port

ˇ.

S-Video Cable

Connected to the connection port

´.

Component Cable

Connected to the connection port

’.

PC Video Cable

Connected to the connection port

Ø.

DVI-D Cable

Connected to the connection port

ˆ.

Remote Control Signal Receiver

S-VIDEO Input port

COMPOSITE Input ports

RS-232C port

DVI Input port

PC Input port

AC Power Input

Power Switch

Component Input port

1 2 3 4 576

PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES

Remote Control Buttons

Cables

Preparation

Projector and Accessories

Preparation

Projector and Accessories

The remote control is effective within a 30° angle 23~33 ft (7~10m) from the projector.

CAUTION

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Keep used batteries away from children and dispose of them properly.

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Do not use new and used batteries together. Replace two batteries at the same time.

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Remove batteries when the projector is not used for long periods of time.

Press the LIGHT button of the remote controller for five seconds. The remote control buttons are lit for about 5 seconds and turn off automatically.

Setting the Adjustment (right), or move to lower item.

1. Press on the part of the lid to remove it.

2. Insert two AAA-sized 1.5V batteries by

matching

+/-.

3. Close the lid.

LIGHT

PROJECTOR AND ACCESSORIES

Operating the Remote Control

Operating Move/Select Button

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control

Allowable range & angle of receiving the remote control signal

Using Remote Control in Dark Place (LIGHT)

Move Menu Item (Down)

Move Menu Item (Up)

Select the current setting

Setting the Adjustment (left), or move to upper item

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

1. Plug the power cord into the power terminal on the rear side of the projector.

2. Press and push the power switch on the rear side of the projector toward "

3. Press the POWER button of the projector or the ON button of the remote control.

4. Screen display comes up in 30 seconds.

NOTE

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The projector may be installed on the ceiling in front / back side of the screen.

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When installing the projector on the ceiling, contact your dealer.

Install the projector so that the projection is perpendicular to the screen.

Install a translucent screen to place the projector on the backside of the screen. The Translucent will show the horizontally flipped image. Rotate the image (projected from the projector) horizontally. (Page 44)

Install the projector at the viewers’ side.

231

INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Installation and Turning On

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

To Install the Projector

Installing Projector on Backside of Screen

Installing Projector in Front of the Screen

Turning On Projector

NOTE

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Center the lens to the screen. If the projector is not positioned perpendicular to the screen, the image may appear trapezoidal.

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Do not install the screen in a bright place as it makes it harder to see the screen.

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Darken the room when installing the projector in a bright place.

NOTE

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When you turn off the projector, the cooling fan stops within 1 minute and 30 seconds.

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When the cooling fan stops, push the power switch toward "O" and unplug the power cord.

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

For level placing of the projector, adjust the Adjustable Feet of the projector.

1. You can adjust the size of image within zoom range by manipulating the Zoom Knob.

2. Focus the picture on the screen using the Focus Ring.

NOTE

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You may adjust the level of the projector up to 5 degrees.

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Depending on the position of the projector, Keystone distortion of image may appear. (Page 46)

NOTE

Focus may appear dim if the projector is installed at a shorter than recommended distance. (Page 20)

Zoom Knob

Adjustable Feet

Focus Ring

INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Zoom and Focus Adjustment

INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Leveling with Adjustable Feet

Using the Zoom Knob and the Focus Ring Using Adjustable Feet

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

Lens Shift Dial

Move the picture projected on the screen up and down within the lens range by turning the Lens Shift Dial on the top side of the projector with your fingers.

DOWN

Install the projector on a flat, even surface and level the projector using the adjustable feet to realize optimal picture quality. If images are not clear, adjust them using the Zoom Knob or Focus Ring, or move the projector forward and backward.

NOTE

This projector is designed to show images optimally on a 80 to 150 inch sized screen.

Screen

INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Using the Lens Shift Dial

INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Screen Size and Projection Distance

Using the Lens Shift Dial

Check the following before reading this manual.

300 250 200 190 180 170 160 150 140 130 120 110 100

90 80 70 60 50 43 40 33

30.385

666.3/262.3

555.3/218.6

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422.0/166.1

399.8/157.4

377.6/148.7

355.4/139.9

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288.7/113.7

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3.2/1.3

Diagonal Image Size

(inch)

Horizontal

(X:cm/inch)

Vertical

(Y:cm/inch)

Screen Size (16:9)

Min

(m/ft)

Max

(m/ft)

Throw Distance (Z)

Distance from Lens Center

to Image Bottom

(Z’:cm/inch)

NOTE

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Z : Throw Distance

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Z' : Distance from Lens Center to Image Bottom

SP-H700

Preparation

Installation and Basic Adjustments

INSTALLATION AND BASIC ADJUSTMENTS

Screen Size and Projection Distance

NOTE

This projector is designed to show images optimally on a 80 to 150 inch sized screen.

Screen

200 190 180 170 160 150 140 130 120 110 100

90 80 70 60 50 40

442.8/174.3

420.6/165.6

398.5/156.9

376.3/148.1

354.2/139.5

332.1/130.7

309.9/122.0

287.8/113.3

265.7/104.6

243.5/95.9

221.3/87.1

199.2/78.4

177.1/69.7

155.0/61.0

132.8/52.3

110.7/43.6

88.6/34.9

249.1/98.1

236.6/93.1

224.1/88.3

211.7/83.3

199.2/78.4

186.8/73.5

174.3/68.7

161.9/63.7

149.4/58.8

137.0/53.9

124.5/49.0

112.1/44.1

99.6/39.2

87.2/34.3

74.7/29.4

62.3/24.5

49.8/19.6

6.8/22.4

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2.4/7.7

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10.0/3.9

8.7/3.4

7.5/2.9

6.2/2.5

5.0/2.0

Diagonal Image Size

(inch)

Horizontal

(X:cm/inch)

Vertical

(Y:cm/inch)

Screen Size (16:9)

Min

(m/ft)

Max

(m/ft)

Throw Distance (Z)

Distance from Lens Center

to Image Bottom

(Z’:cm/inch)

NOTE

■

Z : Throw Distance

■

Z' : Distance from Lens Center to Image Bottom

SP-H500

VISUAL REALISM

Connections and Source Setup

Before Connections ....................................22

Connecting to Video Equipment ................23

Setting up the External Input Source ........26

Naming the External Connections ............27

1. Refer to the manual of the device the projector is connected to. The number and position of ports may differ depending on type of devices.

2. Do not connect power until all the connections are completed. If you try to connect power while connecting cables, it may result in damage to the projector.

3. Check the type of ports the projector is connected to.

Check the following Before Connecting

CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT

Connecting to VCR/Camcorder/Cable Box

Before Connections

Check the followings before connecting the projector to other devices.

Connections and Source Setup

Before Connections

Connections and Source Setup

Connecting to Video Equipment

22 23

Connect COMPOSITE (yellow) input port of the projector to the VIDEO (yellow) OUT

port of video equipment using the video cable.

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If the video equipment has S-VIDEO OUT port, connect it to S-VIDEO input port of the projector.

Tu rn on the projector and press the COMPOSITE button to select Composite.

Connect the projector and the video equipment via S-Video cable and press the S-VIDEO button to select S-Video.

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When Composite Mode is not available, check the video cables are in place.

Viewing the picture

NOTE

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Check that the projector and the video equipment are turned off before connecting cables.

■

This projector does not support sound. (Separate audio system is needed for sound.)

Rear side of Projector

VCR

S-Video Cable

Video (Composite) Cable

Cable Box

Camcorder

Composite

COMPOSITE

S-VIDEO

Rear Connection

Refer to "Rear Side and Cables" on page 10 for cables used for connection.

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