Sim2 CRYSTAL CUBE User Manual

SIM2 Multimedia

CRYSTALCUBE

User G uide

Copyright

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Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no
representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied
warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to
revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of
the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Trademark Recognition

HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are
acknowledged.

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Important Safety Information

Important:

It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These
safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector.
Keep this manual for future reference.

Symbols Used

Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous situations.
The following styles are used in this manual to alert you to important information.

Note:

Provides additional information on the topic at hand.

Important:

Provides additional information that should not be overlooked.

Caution:

Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit.

Warning:

Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit, create a hazardous environment, or cause
personal injury.

Throughout this manual, component parts and items in the OSD menus are denoted in bold font as in this
example:
“Push the Menu button on the remote control to open the Main menu.”

General Safety Information

 Do not open the unit case. Aside from the projection lamp, there are no user-serviceable parts in

the unit. For servicing, contact qualified service personnel.

 Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case.
 The projection lamp is extremely bright by design. To avoid damage to eyes, do not look into the

lens when the lamp is on.

 Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand.
 Avoid using the system near water, in direct sunlight, or near a heating device.
 Do not place heavy objects such as books or bags on the unit.

Important:

Product packaging has been designed for the safety of the product itself.
We suggest to keep it in case of any furthers moving.

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Projector Installation Notice

 Place the projector in a horizontal position

The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees, nor should the projector be
installed in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease
dramatically, and may lead to other unpredictable damages.

 Ensure that the intake vents do not recycle hot air from the exhaust vent.
 When operating the projector in an enclosed space, ensure that the surrounding air temperature

within the enclosure does not exceed operation temperature while the projector is running, and the
air intake and exhaust vents are unobstructed.

 All enclosures should pass a certified thermal evaluation to ensure that the projector does not

recycle exhaust air, as this may cause the device to shutdown even if the enclosure temperature is
with the acceptable operation temperature range.

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Verify Installation Location

 To supply power, the 3-blade (with earthing lead) socket should be used to ensure proper

grounding and equalized ground potential for all of the equipment in the Projector System.

 The power code provided with the Projector should be used. In case of any missing item, other

qualified 3-blade (with earthing lead) power cord can be used as substitution; however, do not use
2-blade power cord.

 Verify if the voltage is stable, grounded properly and there is no electricity leakage.
 Measure total power consumption which should not higher the safety capacity and avoid safety

issue and short circuit.

 Turn on Altitude Mode when located in high altitude areas
 The projector can only be installed upright or inverted.
 When installation the bracket, make sure the weight limit is not exceed and firmly secured.
 Avoid installing near air conditioner duct or subwoofer.
 Avoid installing at high temperature, insufficient cooling and heavy dust locations.
 Keep your product away from fluorescent lamps to avoid malfunction

caused by IR interference

 The VGA IN connector should be connected to the VGA IN port. Note that it should be inserted

tightly, with the screws on both sides securely fastened to ensure proper connection of the signal
wire for achieving optimal display effect.

 The power cord and signal cable should be connected before power on the projector. During the

projector starting and operating process, DO NOT insert or remove the signal cable or the power
cord to avoid damaging the projector.

Cooling notes

Air outlet

 Make sure the air outlet is 50cm clear of any obstruction to ensure proper cooling.
 Air outlet location should not be in front of the lens of other projector to avoid causing illusions.
 Keep the outlet at least 100cm away from the inlets of other projectors

 The projector generates a massive amount of heat during use. The internal fan dissipates the heat

of the projector when shutting down, and such process may continue for a certain period. After the
project enters STANDBY MODE status, press the AC power button to turn off the projector and
remove the power cord. DO NOT remove the power cord during the shutdown process, as it may
cause damage to the projector. In the meantime, the delayed heat radiating will also affect the
service life of the projector. The shutdown process may vary depending on the model used.
Whatever the case may be, be sure to disconnect the power cord till after the projector enters the
STANDBY status.

Air inlet

 Make sure there is no object blocking air input within 30 cm.
 Keep the inlet away from other heat sources
 Avoided heavy dust area

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Power Safety

DISPOSAL: Do not use household or municipal waste collection services for
disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. EU countries require the use
of separate recycling collection services.

 Only use the supplied power cord.
 Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of

foot traffic.

 Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period.

Replacing the Lamp

Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 39
for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the lamp:

 Unplug the power cord.
 Allow the lamp to cool for about one hour.

Caution:

In rare cases the lamp bulb may burn out during normal operation and cause glass dust or shards
to be discharged outward from the rear exhaust vent.

Do not inhale or do not touch glass dust or shards. Doing so could result in injury.
Always keep your face away from the exhaust vent so that you do not suffer from the gas and

broken shards of the lamp.

Cleaning the Projector

 Unplug the power cord before cleaning. See Cleaning the Projector page 42.
 Allow the lamp to cool for about one hour.

Regulatory Warnings

Before installing and using the projector, read the regulatory notices in the Regulatory Compliance on
page 53.

Important Recycle Instructions:

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that
can be hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal
Laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG. For lamp

specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.

Symbol Explanations

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Main Features

 Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM.
 A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms.
 Supports resolutions up to UXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images.
 Flexible setup allows for front, rear projections.
 Line-of-vision projections remain square, with advanced keystone correction for angled projections.
 Input source automatically detected.

About this Manual

This manual is intended for end users and describes how to install and operate the DLP projector.
Wherever possible, relevant information—such as an illustration and its description—has been kept on
one page. This printer-friendly format is both for your convenience and to help save paper, thereby
protecting the environment. It is suggested that you only print sections that are relevant to your needs.

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Table of Contents

GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................................................................................... 1

PACKING CHECKLIST ........................................................................................................................................................... 1

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: ............................................................................................................................................ 1

VIEWS OF PROJECTOR PARTS ............................................................................................................................................... 2

Front-right View ............................................................................................................................................................ 2

Rear view ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Bottom view ................................................................................................................................................................... 5

REMOTE CONTROL PARTS ................................................................................................................................................... 6

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATING RANGE ............................................................................................................................... 8

INSERTING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES ................................................................................................................... 9

SETUP AND OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 10

STARTING AND SHUTTING DOWN THE PROJECTOR ............................................................................................................. 10

SETTING AN ACCESS PASSWORD (SECURITY LOCK) .......................................................................................................... 12

CEILING MOUNTING OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................... 14

ADJUSTING THE PROJECTOR LEVEL ................................................................................................................................... 16

ADJUSTING THE ZOOM, FOCUS AND KEYSTONE ................................................................................................................ 17

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME .................................................................................................................................................. 17

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU SETTINGS ...................................................................................................... 18

OSD MENU CONTROLS ..................................................................................................................................................... 18

Navigating the OSD ................................................................................................................................................... 18

SETTING THE OSD LANGUAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 19

OSD MENU OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................................... 20

IMAGE MENU ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Computer Menu .......................................................................................................................................................... 24

Advanced Feature ...................................................................................................................................................... 25

White Balance ............................................................................................................................................................. 26

Color Manager ............................................................................................................................................................ 27

SETTINGS 1 MENU ............................................................................................................................................................. 28

Audio ............................................................................................................................................................................ 29

Advanced 1 Feature ................................................................................................................................................... 30

Advanced 2 Feature ................................................................................................................................................... 32

SETTINGS 2 MENU ............................................................................................................................................................. 33

Status ................................................................................................ ................................ ........................................... 34

Advanced 1 Feature ................................................................................................................................................... 35

Advanced 2 Feature ................................................................................................................................................... 37

MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY .................................................................................................................................. 39

REPLACING THE PROJECTION LAMP ................................................................................................................................... 39

Resetting the Lamp .................................................................................................................................................... 41

CLEANING THE PROJECTOR ................................................................................................................................................ 42

Cleaning the Lens ...................................................................................................................................................... 42

Cleaning the Case ...................................................................................................................................................... 42

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................ ...................................................... 43

COMMON PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS................................................................................................................................ 43

TIPS FOR TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................ 43

LED ERROR MESSAGES ..................................................................................................................................................... 44

IMAGE PROBLEMS ................................ ................................ ................................................................ .............................. 44

LAMP PROBLEMS ............................................................................................................................................................... 45

REMOTE CONTROL PROBLEMS .......................................................................................................................................... 45

AUDIO PROBLEMS.............................................................................................................................................................. 45

HAVING THE PROJECTOR SERVICED .................................................................................................................................. 46

HDMI Q & A ..................................................................................................................................................................... 47

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SPECIFICATIONS ................................ ................................ ................................................................ ............................. 48

SPECIFICATIONS ................................ ................................ ................................................................ ................................ . 48

PROJECTION DISTANCE VS. PROJECTION SIZE .................................................................................................................... 49

Projection Distance and Size Table ......................................................................................................................... 49

TIMING MODE TABLE ........................................................................................................................................................ 50

PROJECTOR DIMENSIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 52

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ....................................................................................................................................... 53

FCC WARNING .................................................................................................................................................................. 53

CANADA ............................................................................................................................................................................ 53

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 53

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GETTING STARTED

Packing Checklist

Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included:
nr.1 CRYSTALCUBE PROJECTOR
nr.2 REMOTE CONTROL with BATTERIES (White & Black)
nr.2 HDMI ADAPTER
nr.1 POWER CORD
nr.5 ANGULAR BRACKETS ( 4 pcs for ceiling mounting, 1 pc for spare part )
nr.1 TILT-ADJUSTER H.15 mm
nr.1 QUICK START GUIDE (QSG)
Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work. It

is recommend that you keep the original packing material should you ever need to return the equipment
for warranty service.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:

- Universal Bracket (＊)

- Extension Tube for Bracket (＊)

- Boxset VISUS 3D RF Glasses and Emitter (4 pcs) (＊)

- Anamorphic Lens with motorized sled
(＊) Included in the CRYSTALCUBESE version

Caution:

Avoid using the projector in dusty environments.

Note:

If you need low profiles cables connectors that fit within the compartment on the back of the
projector, refer to your local dealer or directly to SIM2 distributor

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Views of Projector Parts

ITEM

LABEL

DESCRIPTION

SEE PAGE

1.

IR receiver

Receive IR signal from remote control

2.

Lens

Projection Lens

3.

Focus ring

Focuses the projected image

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4.

Zoom ring

Enlarges the projected image

Front-right View

Important:

Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which keeps the projector lamp
cool. Do not obstruct any of the ventilation openings.

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Rear view

ITEM

LABEL

DESCRIPTION

SEE PAGE

1.

AC IN

Connect the POWER cable

10

2.

3D SYNC

Connect the SIM2 3D glasses IR transmitter

3.

HDMI 1

Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device

4.

HDMI 2

Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device

5.

(USB)

Connect the USB cable from a computer

6.

VGA IN

Connect the RGB cable from a computer

7.

RS-232C

Connect RS-232 serial port cable for remote control

8.

COMPONENT

Connect the Component cable from a component device

9.

USB POWER

For USB charge support DC 5V

10.

VIDEO IN

Connect the COMPOSITE cable from a video device

11.

S-VIDEO

Connect the S-VIDEO cable from a video device

12.

AUDIO OUT

Connect an AUDIO cable to audio amplifier

13.

DC 12V TRIGGER

When connected to the screen through a commercially available cable,
the screen deploys automatically on start up of the projector. The screen
retracts when the projector is powered off (see notes below).
Note: do not use a 3.5mm mono type cable; use a 3.5mm 3 pin type
stereo cable

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Note:



To use this feature, you must plug in the connector before turn on/off the projector.



Screen controllers are supplied and supported by screen manufacturers.



Do not use this jack for anything other than intended use.

Note:

If your video equipment has both S-VIDEO and RCA jacks (composite video) connect to the
S-VIDEO connector. S-VIDEO provides a better quality signal.

Warning:

As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to the projector and connecting devices before making
connections.

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Bottom view

ITEM

LABEL

DESCRIPTION

SEE PAGE

1.

Ceiling support holes

Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a
ceiling

Tilt adjustor

Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position.

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Note:

When installing, ensure that you use only UL Listed ceiling mounts.
For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M6 screws.
The construction of the ceiling mount must be of a suitable shape and strength. The ceiling mount
load capacity must exceed the weight of the installed equipment, and as an additional precaution
be capable of withstanding three times the weight of the equipment (not less than 12 kg) over a
period of 60 seconds.

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Remote Control Parts

Important:

1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency

fluorescent lights can disrupt remote control operation.

2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path
between the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain
reflective surfaces such as projector screens.

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ITEM

LABEL

DESCRIPTION

SEE PAGE

1.

Power OFF

Turns the projector off

10

2.

HDMI 2

Displays the HDMI 2 source selection

3.

PC

Displays the PC source selection

4.

VIDEO

Displays the VIDEO source selection

5.

Up cursor /
Keystone+

Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Keystone

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6.

ENTER

Enters and confirms settings in the OSD

7.

Right cursor

Navigates and changes settings in the OSD

8.

Downp cursor /
Keystone-

Navigates and changes settings in the OSD
Quick Menu – For Keystone

9.

ASPECT RATIO

Displays the ASPECT RATIO selections

10.

SOURCE

Detects the input device

11.

2D  3D

Toggle 3D function

12.

BRIGHT

Displays the brightness setting bar

13.

SHARP

Displays the sharpness setting bar

14.

COLOR

Displays the color setting bar

15.

TINT

Displays the tint setting bar

16.

BLANK

Makes the screen blank

17.

FREEZE

Freezes/unfreezes the on-screen picture

18.

AUTO

Auto adjustment for frequency, phase, and position

19.

LIGHT

Turns on or off the remote control backlight for about 10 seconds.
Pressing any other key while the backlight is on keeps the backlight on
for a further 10 seconds.

20.

VOL -

Adjusts volume

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21.

VOL +

22.

MUTE

Mutes the AUDIO OUT signal

23.

CONTRAST

Displays the contrast settings bar

24.

PICTURE MODE

Changes the Display Mode setting

25.

MENU/ EXIT

Opens and exits the OSD

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26.

Left cursor

Navigates and changes settings in the OSD

27.

COMP

Displays the Component source selection

28.

HDMI 1

Displays the HDMI 1 source selection

29.

Power ON

Turns the projector on

10

30.

IR transmitter

Transmits signals to projector

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Remote Control Operating Range

The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the
remote directly at the projector. Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or
the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 7 meters (23 feet) and
15 degrees above or below the projector level. If the projector does not respond to the remote control,
move a little closer.

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Inserting the Remote Control Batteries

1.

Remove the battery compartment
cover by sliding the cover in the
direction of the arrow.

2.

Insert the batteries paying attention
to the positive pole.

3.

Reinsert the compartment cover by
sliding the cover in the direction of
the arrow.

Caution:

1. Only use AA batteries (Alkaline batteries are recommended).

2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations.

3. Remove the batteries when not using the projector for prolonged periods.

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Starting and Shutting down the Projector

1.

Connect the power cord to the
projector. Connect the other end to
a wall outlet.

The POWER LED on the
projector light.

2.

Turn on the connected devices.

3.

Ensure the POWER LED is not
flashing. Then press the POWER

button to turn on the projector.
The projector splash screen displays

and connected devices are
detected.

See Setting an Access Password

(Security Lock) on page 12 if

security lock is enabled.

4.

If more than one input device is
connected, press the SOURCE

button and use ▲▼ to scroll among

devices.
(Component is supported through
the RGB to COMPONENT
ADAPTER.)

 VGA: Analog RGB
 Component Video: Traditional component video
 Composite Video: Traditional composite video

 S-Video: Super video (Y/C separated)
 HDMI 1 / HDMI 2: High-Definition Multimedia

Interface

SETUP AND OPERATION

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