Sony VPL-GH10 Operating Instruction

Data Projector

4-139-070-04 (1)

ony Corporation

Printed in Japan

VPL-GH10

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

When installing the installation space must be secured in consideration of the ventilation and service operation.

• Do not block the ventilation slots at the left side and right side panels, and vents of the fans.

• Leave a space around the unit for ventilation.

• Leave more than 30 cm of space in the rear of the unit to secure the operation area.

When the unit is installed on the desk or the like, leave at least 30 cm of space in the left and right sides. Leaving 30 cm or more of space above the unit is recommended for service operation.

WARNING

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.

For the customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

WARNING:

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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Table of Contents

Precautions .........................................6

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side .................................8

Rear/Bottom .......................................9

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

Connections and Preparations

Unpacking ........................................11

Step 1: Installing the Projector .........12

Before Setting Up the

Projector .....................................12

Positioning the Projector and a

Screen .........................................14

Step 2: Connecting the Projector ..... 18

Connecting to a Computer ......... 18

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture

Position ............................................19

Step 4: Selecting the Menu

Language ..........................................24

Projecting

Projecting the Picture on the

Screen ...............................................26

Turning Off the Power ............... 27

Selecting the Wide Screen Mode ..... 28

Selecting the Picture Viewing

Mode ...............................................30

Adjusting the Picture Quality ..........31

Selecting to Directly Adjust the

Desired Menu Item .....................31

Selecting Desired Adjust Menu

Items in Sequence ...................... 32

Adjusting the Picture Using Real

Color Processing ...............................33

Using the Supplied Software to Adjust the Picture Quality

(ImageDirector3) ..............................34

Using the Menus

Operation through the Menus ...........35

Picture Menu ....................................39

Advanced Picture Menu ...................43

Screen Menu .....................................44

Setup Menu .......................................46

Function Menu .................................48

Installation Menu ..............................49

Information Menu .............................52

About the Preset Memory No. ....52

Operating the Projector from a Computer

Accessing the Projector from a

Computer ..........................................53

Checking the Status of the

Projector ...........................................53

Operating the Projector ....................54

Setting the Information .....................54

Others

Troubleshooting ................................56

Warning Indicators .....................58

Message Lists ..............................59

Replacing the Lamp and the Air Filter and Cleaning the Ventilation Holes

(Intake) .............................................61

Cleaning the Air Filter .....................64

Cleaning and the Screen of the

Projector ...........................................64

Specifications ...................................66

Preset Signals .............................67

Input Signals and Adjustable/

Setting Items ...............................69

Index ...............................................71

Precautions

On safety

• Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for several days.

• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• The wall outlet should be near the unit and easily accessible.

• The unit is not disconnected to the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on.

• Do not place your hand or objects near the ventilation holes. The air coming out is hot.

On preventing internal heat buildup

After you turn off the power with the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running.

Caution

The projector is equipped with ventilation holes (intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do not block or place anything near these holes, or internal heat build-up may occur, causing picture degradation or damage to the projector.

On repacking

Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

On LCD Projector

The LCD projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD projector. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Also, when you use multiple LCD projectors to project onto a screen, even if they are of the same model, the color reproduction among projectors may vary, since color balance may be set differently from one projector to the next.

On condensation

If the room temperature where the projector is installed changes rapidly, or if the projector is moved suddenly from a cold to a warm place, condensation in the projector may occur. As the condensation may cause malfunction, be careful in adjusting temperature settings of the air conditioner. If condensation occurs, leave the projector turned on for about two hours before use.

Notes on security

• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS RESULTING FROM TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR SECURITY PROBLEMS OF ANY KIND.

• Depending on the operating environment, unauthorized third parties on the network may be able to access the unit. When connecting the unit to the network, be sure to confirm that the network is protected securely.

• From a safety standpoint, when using the unit connected with the network, it is strongly recommended to access the Control window via a Web browser and change the access limitation settings from the factory preset values (page 54). Changing the password regularly is also recommended.

• Do not browse any other website in the Web browser while making settings or after making settings. Since the login status remains in the Web browser, close the Web browser when you complete the settings to prevent unauthorized third parties from using the unit or harmful programs from running.

Notes

• Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY THIRD PARTIES.

• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE TERMINATION OR DISCONTINUATION OF ANY SERVICES RELATED TO THIS UNIT THAT MAY RESULT DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES OF ANY KIND.

Location of Controls

Front/Right Side

You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on the remote control to operate the projector.

Press the button and open the cover.

M/m/</, (arrow)/

(enter) button (1 page 35)

LENS button

MENU button (1 page 35)

PIC MUTING button (1 page 26)

?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch (1 page 20)

~AC IN

~AC IN socket NETWORK connector (1 pages 34, 53)

Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control.

NETWORK

Control panel

LAMP/

Open button

Note

While the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in orange, the power saving mode is on. (1 page 47)

Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13)

Remote control detector (1 page 19)

Ventilation holes (exhaust) (1 page 13)

REMOTE DVI-D

DVI-D connector (1 page 18)

REMOTE connector (1 page 34) Connects to a computer, etc. for remote control.

COVER

indicator

(1 page 58)

ON/STANDBY indicator (1 page 19)

CAUTION

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to the NETWORK connector. Follow the instructions for the NETWORK connector.

CAUTION

When you connect the NETWORK cable of the unit to peripheral device, use a shielded-type cable to prevent malfunction due to radiation noise.

Rear/Bottom

Location of Controls

Remote control detector (1 page 19)

Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 13)

Lamp cover (1 page 62)

Adjusters (1 page 23)

Filter holder (1 page 63)

Ventilation holes (intake) (1 page 13)

Projector suspension support attaching hole

Remote Control

Infrared transmitter

LIGHT button

Illuminates the buttons on

the remote control.

INPUT button

Does not function with this

unit.

COLOR SPACE button

(1 page 31)

GAMMA CORRECTION

button (1 page 31)

M/m/</, (arrow)/

buttons

(1 page 35)

MENU button

(1 page 35)

WIDE MODE button

(1 page 28)

?/1 (ON/STANDBY)

switch (1 page 20)

COLOR TEMP button (1 page 31)

BLACK LEVEL button (1 page 31)

LENS button (1 page 20)

ADVANCED IRIS button (1 page 31)

RESET button (1 page 35)

RCP (Real Color Processing) button (1 page 33)

ADJ PIC button (1 page 32)

buttons (1 page 30)

SHARPNESS +/– button

PICTURE MODE

(1 page 41)

CONTRAST +/– button (1 page 40)

BRIGHTNESS +/– button (1 page 41)

Connections and Preparations

This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect the equipment from which you project the picture.

Unpacking

Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items:

• Remote control (1) and Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2)

• AC power cord (1)

• ImageDirector3 CD-ROM (1)

• Operating Instructions (this manual)

Installing batteries

Two size AA (R6) batteries are supplied for the remote control. To avoid risk of explosion, use size AA (R6) manganese or alkaline batteries.

Inserting the batteries into the remote control

Insert the batteries E side first as shown in the illustration. Push and slide to open.

Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may

cause a short circuit and may generate heat.

Connections and Preparations

Caution about handling the remote control

• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind onto it.

• Do not place the remote control in a location near a heat source, a place subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country.

Step 1: Installing the Projector

The projector displays pictures output from a computer or other device. The lens shift allows you to have broader options for placing the projector and viewing pictures easily.

Before Setting Up the Projector

Unsuitable installation

Do not place the projector in the following situations, which may cause malfunction or damage to the projector.

Poorly ventilated location

Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) around the unit.

Hot and humid

Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or rise in temperature.

Near a heat or smoke sensor

Malfunction of the sensor may occur.

Very dusty and extremely smoky locations

Install in a location away from walls

To maintain the performance and reliability of the projector, allow at least 30 cm (11

/8 inches) between

the projector and walls.

Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner

30 cm

(11 7/8inches)

30 cm (11 7/8inches)

30 cm

(11 7/8inches)

30 cm

(11 7/8inches)

Improper use

Do not do any of the following while using the projector.

Blocking the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust)

Connections and Preparations

15° or more

Ventilation holes (intake)

Ventilation holes (exhaust)

Tip

For details on the location of the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of Controls” on page 9.

Tilting front/rear and left/right

15° or more

Avoid using the projector tilted at an angle of more than 15 degrees. Do not install the projector anywhere other than on a level surface or on the ceiling. Installing the projector in such a location may result in uneven color uniformity or reduce the reliability of the effects of the lamp.

When installing the unit at high altitudes

When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set “Cooling Setting” in the Setup menu to “High.” (1 page 46) Failing to set this mode when using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components.

15° or more

Positioning the Projector and a Screen

The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending on the size of the screen or whether or not you use the lens shift features.

1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen.

You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector so that the center of the lens is within the area indicated in gray in the illustration. Use the values L, x and y in the table on page 15 or 16 as a guide.

Screen

* Installation position not using lens shift (x = 0, y = 0) ** Example of installation position using lens shift (x, y)

L: Distance between the screen and the front end of the projector’s lens. x: Horizontal distance between the center of the screen and the center of the

projector’s lens.

y: Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the projector’s

lens.

For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position.” (1 page 19)

When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen size

Screen Size

SS (inches)

(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620

minimum 1201 1825 2448 3072 3695 4631 6189 7748 9307

maximum 1840 2782 3723 4664 5605 7017 9371 11724 14077

x 000000000

y 324 486 648 809 971 1214 1619 2024 2428

x 44 66 89 111 133 166 221 277 332

y 259 389 518 648 777 971 1295 1619 1943

x 89 133 177 221 266 332 443 553 664

y 194 291 389 486 583 728 971 1214 1457

x 133 199 266 332 398 498 664 830 996

y 130 194 259 324 389 486 648 809 971

x 177 266 354 443 531 664 886 1107 1328

y 65 97 130 162 194 243 324 405 486

x 221 332 443 553 664 830 1107 1384 1660

y 000000000

To calculate the installation positions L (minimum) = 31.1781 (1 L (maximum) = 47.0644 (1 27/32) × SS – 42.3308 (1 21/32) y = –1.463 × x (mm or inch) + 8.0942 (

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300

(47 3/8) (71 7/8) (96 1/2) (121) (145 1/2) (182 3/8) (243 3/4) (305 1/8) (366 1/2)

(72 1/2) (109 5/8) (146 5/8) (183 5/8) (220 3/4) (276 3/8) (369) (461 5/8) (554 1/4)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

(12 7/8) (19 1/4) (25 5/8)(31 7/8) (38 1/4) (47 7/8) (63 3/4)(79 3/4) (95 5/8)

(1 3/4) (2 5/8)(3 5/8) (4 3/8) (5 1/4) (6 5/8)(8 3/4) (11) (13 1/8)

(10 1/4) (15 3/8) (20 1/2)(25 5/8) (30 5/8) (38 1/4) (51) (63 3/4) (76 1/2)

(3 5/8) (5 1/4) (7) (8 3/4) (10 1/2) (13 1/8) (17 1/2)(21 7/8) (26 1/4)

(7 3/4) (11 1/2) (15 3/8)(19 1/4)(23)(28 3/4) (38 1/4)(47 7/8) (57 3/8)

(5 1/4) (7 7/8) (10 1/2)(13 1/8) (15 3/4) (19 5/8) (26 1/4)(32 3/4) (39 1/4)

(5 1/8) (7 3/4) (10 1/4)(12 7/8) (15 3/8) (19 1/4) (25 5/8)(31 7/8) (38 1/4)

(7) (10 1/2) (14) (17 1/2)(21)(26 1/4) (35) (43 5/8) (52 3/8)

(2 5/8) (3 7/8)(5 1/8) (6 1/2) (7 3/4) (9 5/8) (12 7/8) (16) (19 1/4)

(8 3/4) (13 1/8) (17 1/2)(21 7/8) (26 1/4) (32 3/4) (43 5/8)(54 1/2) (65 3/8)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

Unit: mm (inches)

/32) × SS – 46.1543 (1 13/16)

/16) × SS

Connections and Preparations

When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen size

Screen Size SS (inches)

(mm) 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3810 5080 6350 7620

minimum 1480 2243 3006 3770 4533 5677 7585 9493 11401

maximum 2262 3414 4566 5718 6870 8598 11478 14357 17237

x 000000000

y 396 594 792 991 1189 1486 1981 2477 2972

x 54 81 108 135 163 203 271 339 406

y 317 475 634 792 951 1189 1585 1981 2377

x 108 163 217 271 325 406 542 677 813

y 238 357 475 594 713 892 1189 1486 1783

x 163 244 325 406 488 610 813 1016 1219

y 158 238 317 396 475 594 792 991 1189

x 217 325 433 542 650 813 1084 1355 1626

y 79 119 158 198 238 297 396 495 594

x 271 406 542 677 813 1016 1355 1693 2032

y 000000000

To calculate the installation positions L (minimum) = 38.1569 (1 1/2) × SS – 46.1543 (1 13/16) L (maximum) = 57.5992 (2 9/32) × SS – 42.3308 (1 21/32) y = –1.463 × x (mm or inch) + 9.9060 (

40 60 80 100 120 150 200 250 300

(58 3/8) (88 3/8) (118 3/8) (148 1/2) (178 1/2) (223 5/8) (298 5/8) (373 3/4) (448 7/8)

(89 1/8) (134 1/2) (179 7/8) (225 1/8) (270 1/2) (338 5/8) (452) (565 1/4) (678 5/8)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

(15 5/8) (23 1/2)(31 1/4) (39 1/8) (46 7/8) (58 5/8) (78) (97 5/8)

(2 1/4) (3 1/4) (4 3/8) (5 3/8)(6 1/2) (8) (10 3/4) (13 3/8) (16)

(12 1/2) (18 3/4) (25) (31 1/4) (37 1/2) (46 7/8)(62 1/2) (78) (93 5/8)

(4 3/8) (6 1/2) (8 5/8) (10 3/4) (12 7/8) (16) (21 3/8) (26 3/4) (32 1/8)

(9 3/8) (14 1/8)(18 3/4) (23 1/2) (28 1/8) (35 1/8)(46 7/8) (58 5/8) (70 1/4)

(6 1/2) (9 5/8)(12 7/8) (16) (19 1/4) (24 1/8)(32 1/8) (40) (48)

(6 1/4) (9 3/8)(12 1/2) (15 5/8) (18 3/4) (23 1/2)(31 1/4) (39 1/8) (46 7/8)

(8 5/8) (12 7/8)(17 1/8) (21 3/8) (25 5/8) (32 1/8)(42 3/4) (53 3/8) (64 1/8)

(3 1/8) (4 3/4) (6 1/4) (7 7/8)(9 3/8) (11 3/4)(15 5/8) (19 1/2) (23 1/2)

(10 3/4) (16) (21 3/8) (26 3/4) (32 1/8) (40) (53 3/8) (66 3/4) (80)

(0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)

Unit: mm (inches)

/8) × SS

(117 1/8)

2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.

Top view

Screen

3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it fits the

screen. (1 page 19)

To project an image, connect a computer or other equipment to the projector. (1 page

18)

Note

When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the projector.

Connections and Preparations

Step 2: Connecting the Projector

When making a connection, be sure to do the following:

• Turn off the projector and a computer before making a connection.

• Use the proper connecting cable.

• Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or poor picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself.

• Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.

Connecting to a Computer

Right side of the projector

Computer

E DVI-D

to monitor output

Ferrite cores

DVI-DVI cable (not supplied)*

: Video signal flow

Note

If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer’s display and this equipment, the picture of the equipment may not appear properly. Set your computer to output the signal to only the external equipment. For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer. For settings of the computer, consult with the manufacturer of the computer.

* We recommend use of a DVI-DVI cable with ferrite

cores.

Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Position

Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position.

ON/STANDBY indicator

4, 5, 6

Lens button

Tip

The ?/1 (ON/STANDBY), LENS, MENU, and M/m/</,/ (joystick) buttons on the side panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.

Remote control detector

?/1 (On/

standby) switch

Connections and Preparations

Note

Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the remote control. In this case, point the remote control to the screen instead of the projector.

1 After connecting the AC cord to

the projector, plug the AC cord

Lights in red.

into a wall outlet.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into standby mode.

Flashes in green fo

a while (tens of seconds) and then lights in green.

2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY)

switch to turn on the projector.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, and then lights in green. When the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes, “Starting...” appears on the screen.

DVI

3 Turn on the equipment

connected to the projector.

Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment. The DVI indication is displayed, and the picture is projected on the screen.

Tip

You can select the desired language for the menu screen. For details, refer to “Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language.” (1 page 24)

4 Adjust the picture position.

Press the LENS button repeatedly until the Lens Shift adjustment window (test pattern) appears. Then adjust the proper position by pressing the M/m/ </, buttons. Each time you press the LENS button, the LENS adjustment window appears in order.

Tip

When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation menu, you cannot adjust the picture position. (1 page 49) When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed. (1 page 48)

To adjust the horizontal position

Press </,. The picture projected on the screen moves right or left by a maximum of 25% of the screen width from the center of the lens.

25% 1 screen width 25%

Top view

: Picture position when moving the picture to the left

at maximum

: Picture position when moving the picture to the

right at maximum

To adjust the vertical position

Press M/m. The picture projected on the screen moves up or down by a maximum of 65% of the screen height from the center of the lens.

Side view

65%

Connections and Preparations

1 screen height

65%

Note

: Picture position when moving the picture upward at

maximum

: Picture position when moving the picture downward at

maximum

The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area illustrated below. In this connection, see “Positioning the Projector and a Screen” (1 page 14) as well.

Range of movement of

the projected picture

Projected Picture

H: Width of the projected picture V: Height of the projected picture

5 Adjust the picture size.

Press the LENS button repeatedly until the Lens Zoom adjustment window (test pattern) appears. Then adjust the size of the picture by pressing the M/m/</, buttons. To make the picture larger, press M/,. To make the picture smaller, press m/<.

Tip

When “Lens Control” is set to “Off” on the Installation menu, you cannot adjust the picture size and the focus. (1 page 49) When “Test Pattern” is set to “Off” on the Function menu, the test pattern is not displayed. (1 page 48)

6 Adjust the focus.

Press the LENS button repeatedly until the Lens Focus adjustment window (test pattern) appears. Then adjust the focus of the picture by pressing the M/m/</, buttons.

Note

Be sure to adjust the picture size and the focus by using buttons on the remote control or the control panel of the projector. Never make adjustments by directly turning the lens with your hands, which may cause damage or malfunction to the projector.

To adjust the tilt of the installation surface

If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the projector level.

Connections and Preparations

Adjusters

Note

Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the adjusters.

Turn to adjust.

Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language

You can select one of 16 languages for displaying the menu and other on-screen displays. The factory default setting is English. To change the current menu language, set the desired language with the menu screen.

2,3,4

M/m/</, (arrow)/ (enter) buttons

MENU button

1 Press MENU.

The menu appears.

2 Press M/m to select the Setup

menu, and press , or .

The setting items of the selected menu appears.

Connections and Preparations

Setup

Status

Language Menu Position Cooling Setting Cooling Setting 2 Standby Mode Power Saving Lamp Setting

Status

Language

Menu Position Cooling Setting Cooling Setting 2 Standby Mode Power Saving Lamp Setting

English Bottom Left Standard Off Standard 2 On

English

Bottom Left Standard Off Standard2 On

3 Press M/m to select “Language,”

and press , or .

4 Press M/m/</, to select a

language, and press .

The menu changes to the selected language.

To clear the menu

Press MENU.

Projecting

Sid

This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from the equipment connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste.

Projecting the Picture on the Screen

Power on both the projector and the equipment connected to the projector.

The DVI indication is displayed, and the picture is projected on the screen.

DVI

e panel of the

projector

To cut off the picture temporarily

Press the PIC MUTING button on the side panel of the projector. To restore the picture, press the PIC MUTING button again.

Notes on input of a DVI-D signal

The projector adjusts the RGB dynamic range of the equipment connected with the DVI cable to a Full (0-255) signal. When a Limited (16-235) signal is input, the following symptom may occur.

• When a video signal is input, the color gradation of the dark area or bright area may become unclear.

Full (0-255). If this adjustment is unavailable, adjust “Brightness” or “Contrast” in the

Picture menu of the projector. (1 pages 40 and 41)

In this case, switch the RGB dynamic range of the connected equipment to

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch.

A message “POWER OFF?” appears on the screen.

2 Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch again before the message

disappears.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run to reduce the internal heat. First, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes quickly, during which you will not be able to light up the ON/STANDBY indicator with the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch.

3 Confirm that the fan stops running and the ON/STANDBY indicator lights

in red.

You can turn off the projector by holding the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch for about 1 second, instead of performing the above steps.

Projecting

Selecting the Wide Screen Mode

You can enjoy various wide screen modes according to the video signal received.

Press WIDE MODE.

Each time you press the button, you can select the “Wide Mode” setting. You can also select it using the menu. (1 page 44)

WIDE MODE button

Squeezed

Original

image

When the Wide

Mode is operated

Wide Zoom

A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged naturally to fill the screen. The upper and lower portions of the screen are slightly cut off.

Normal

A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed in the center of the screen and enlarged to fill the screen vertically.

Full

A picture squeezed to 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed in its original aspect ratio. When a 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed, the picture is enlarged horizontally to fill the 16:9 screen.

Tip

Squeezed: An original 16:9 aspect ratio picture is recorded horizontally compressed to a 4:3 picture.

Letterbox picture with side panels

Letterbox picture

When using an Anamorphic lens

Zoom

A 16:9 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the same ratio to fill the screen. Use this mode to view a letterbox picture or a letterbox picture with side panels. If the subtitle of a movie, etc. is hidden and cannot be seen, adjust the screen with “Vertical Size” and “V Center” to display the subtitle. (1 page 45)

Anamorphic Zoom

A 2.35:1 aspect ratio picture is converted to a normal 16:9 picture on the screen. This mode is best suited when using a commercially available Anamorphic lens which converts a normal 16:9 aspect ratio picture to a 2.35:1 picture.

Full 1 (When a computer signal is input)

Displays a picture on the whole of the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the original picture.

Projecting

Full 2 (When a computer signal is input)

Displays a picture on the whole of the screen.

Notes

• You can adjust the vertical position of the picture with “V Center” and “Vertical Size” in the

Screen menu only when “Zoom” is selected. (1 page 45)

• Depending on the type of Anamorphic lens, part of the screen may be cut off when you zoom in on the picture. Check the specifications of the Anamorphic lens you use.

Notes on selecting the wide screen mode

The projector is featured with the WIDE MODE. When changing the settings of WIDE MODE, use caution as described below.

• Select the wide screen mode taking into account that changing the aspect ratio of the original picture will provide a different look from that of the original image.

• Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by switching to the Wide Mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which are legally protected.

Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode

You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or room conditions.

Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC, STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3).

DYNAMIC

Vivid picture quality that enhances the sharpness and contrast of the picture.

STANDARD

Standard picture quality that emphasizes on naturalness.

CINEMA

Picture quality suited for watching

PICTURE MODE buttons

DYNAMIC STANDARD CINEMA USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3

movies.

USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3

You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and store the settings into the selected memory of the projector. Press one of the USER 1, USER 2 and USER 3 buttons, then adjust the picture by using the buttons on the remote control or the menus (1 pages 31, 39). The settings are stored, and you can view the picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing the button.

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