Vivitar DLP-2100X User Manual

DLP-2100X

Digital Projector User Manual

English

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FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in commercial installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ ent fr om that to which the

receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Precautions

Safety Instructions

1. Read this manual before you operate your projector and keep i t for future r eference.

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

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

4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

5. Unplug the unit from the wall socket 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.

6. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Please use suitable equipment for mounting the unit and ensure it is securely installed.

7. Do not place the projector where the cord can be stepped on as this may result in fraying or damage to the lead or the plug. Be alert to tripping hazards.

8. Do not look straight at the projector lens during the operation. The intense light beam may damage your eyesight.

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

10. To avoid the risk of electric shock, never disassemble this appliance. Except as specifically directed in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Take it to a qualified technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly can cause electronic shock when the appliance is subsequently used .

11. Unplug the projector fr om the wall socket befor e cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the projector housing. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

12. Keep the plastic packing materials (fr om the projector, accessories and optional parts) out of the reach of children as these bags may result in death by suffocation . Be particularly careful around the small children.

13. The lamp becomes extremely hot during the operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to explode on rare occasions.

14. Never r eplace lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.

15. Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on.

16. In some countries, the line voltage is NOT stable. This projector is designed to operate safely within a bandwidth of 110 to 230 volts, but could fail if power cuts or surges of +/-10 volts occur . In these high-risk areas, it is recommended to install a power stabilizer unit.

17. Do not point the laser pointer dir ectly to the people’s eyes (especially small children ). There is a danger of injury to the eyes. So keep the Remote Control out of the reach of children.

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Cautions

The projector is equipped with ventilation holes (intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do not block or place anything near these slots, or internal heat build-up may occur, causing picture degradation or damage to the projector. When you replace the projector lamp, never touch the new bulb with your bar e hands. The invisible residue left by the oil on your hands may be shorten the bulb life. Use lint-free gloves or finger cots are recommended.

Preventing Internal Heat Build-Up

After you turn off the power with the Power button, do not disconnect the unit from the wall outlet while the cooling fan is still running.

Repacking

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Projector Features and Controls ................................................ 7

Projector............................................................................................................7

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

Remote Control .................................................................................................9

Button Function.........................................................................................9

Getting the Most Out of Your Projector .................................. 11

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

External Control Panel .................................................................................... 11

Setup ............................................................................................ 12

Unpacking the Projector .................................................................................12

Installation.......................................................................................................13

Connecting to a Computer .....................................................................15

Connecting to a Video Source................................................................16

Operation ........................................................................................................18

Turning the Audio/Visual (A/V) Equipments On and Off .........................18

Turning the Projector On....................................................................18

Turning the Projector Off....................................................................19

Focusing and Sizing the Projected Image..............................................19

Operational Indicator (LED)....................................................................20

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Menu System ............................................................................... 22

Accessing the Main Menu .............................................................................. 23

Changing a Menu Setting ...............................................................................24

Menu Options - Detailed Description ............................................................. 24

Picture.............................................................................................................25

Color Adjust ....................................................................................................29

PIP...................................................................................................................30

Source.............................................................................................................33

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Audio...............................................................................................................35

Keystone .........................................................................................................36

System ............................................................................................................37

Main System ...........................................................................................38

OSD Properties.......................................................................................39

Notes on Factory Default Sub-Menu ...................................................... 40

Notes on Lamp Reset Sub-Menu ........................................................... 40

Language........................................................................................................41

Maintenance ............................................................................... 42

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

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

Lamp Replacement ........................................................................................ 43

Product’s Specifications ............................................................44

APPENDIX A .................................................................................. 45

Preset Timings ................................................................................................45

HDTV Preset Timings......................................................................................47

Projector Features and Controls

Projector

1. Zoom Ring

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2. External Control Panel including the Power Button (see next page)

3. Ventilation Grill

4. Focus Ring

5. Projection Lens

6. Adjustment Feet

7. Speaker

8. Front IR Remote Sensor

9. AC IN Socket

10. Power Switch

11. Audio OUT Connector

12. Audio IN Connector

13. PC-IN Connector

14. DVI-I IN Connector

15. MONITOR-OUT Connector

16. VIDEO Input Connector

17. S-VIDEO Input Connector

18. USB Input Connector

19. CONTROL Port

20. Rear IR Remote Control Sensor

21. Kensington Lock

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External Control Panel

LED Indicator Indicates the state of the projector.

Control Panel Button

Turns the projector (or lamp) ON or OFF.

MENU Displays (or hides) the on-screen control menus. AUTO Automatically adjusts frequency and phase. SOURCE Manually selects an input source. Cursor Controller It can be used as a navigation controller to navigate

( / / / ) the projector menus.

Scrolls up through the menu choices. Scrolls down through the menu choices. Increases the value setting on the selected sub-menus, or confirms a menu selection. Decreases the value setting on the selected sub-menus.

Note:

The Infrared Remote Receiver (Front and Rear) allows the projector to accept signals from the remote contr ol. For best results, be sur e to aim the control towar d the sensor without any obstructions between the two, and at an operative distance.

Remote Control

Button Function

POWER Turns the projector and lamp ON or OFF. SOURCE Manually selects an input source. BY-PASS Selects the Computer or other Video modes throughout to Monitor

(during Lamp OFF).

MENU Displays (or hides) the on-screen

control menus. Scrolls up through the menu

choices. Scrolls down through the menu

choices. Decreases the value setting on

the selected sub-menus.

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Increases the value setting on the selected sub-menus, or confirms a menu selection.

Simulates the right mouse button (only functions when your projector is equipped with an optional mouse link cable).

Simulates the left mouse button (only functions when your projector

is equipped with an optional mouse link cable).

LASER Fires laser pointer (press and

hold).

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VOLUME Adjusts the volume of the projector’s speaker. ZOOM Digitally zooms the current image window. AUTO Automatically adjusts frequency and phase. KEYSTONE Selects vertical or horizontal trapezoidal distortion. FREEZE Freezes the current graphics and video image on the screen. BLANK Cuts off the screen temporarily.

Note:

During the on-screen display (OSD) menu is inactive, the , , , ,

and buttons will function as a remote mouse for your PC (only if your projector is equipped with an optional mouse link cable).

Toggle the KEYSTONE button to select the desired trapezoidal distortion. To

adjust the trapezoidal distortion of the projection, press the or button.

Getting the Most Out of Your Projector

The projector comes with a full set of features that allows you to control the settings for the image display both in video and audio. To derive the greatest utility from your projector, read the following sections for a summary of these important features.

Remote Control

The buttons on the Remote Control allow direct and immediate control of the most commonly used features including source selection, keystone adjustment, volume control, image freeze-frame, zoom, screen blanking, audio muting and power contr ol. Remote Control buttons can also be used for advanced functions and to access the projector’s menu system. The Remote Control can even be used as a remote mouse for your computer, and also includes a laser pointer.

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External Control Panel

The Control Panel buttons on the top of the projector offer access to advanced functions, such as adjusting the brightness and contrast for computer images.

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Setup

This section tells you how to unpack and set up your projector and connect it to other equipment. The projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera or laser disk player in order to make a projection. You may want to connect the projector to both your computer and a video source, or set up the projector for one or more of the following:

Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse. Provide audio for one or both image sources. The audio source can be the

computer, video source, or another device such as a stereo.

Unpacking the Projector

The projector is shipped with the necessary cables required for standard PC or laptop computer connections. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all the items shown below. If any of these items ar e missing, please contact your place of purchase.

 Projector  RCA for Video  Soft carrying case  DIN 4 pin for S-Video  Remote Control  2.5m Stereo Plug to RCAx2 for Audio  2 AAA batteries  Lens cap  Power cord  Quick Start Guide  USB cable  User's Manual  VGA cable

The following cables are optional accessories:

 DVI-D cable  DVI to VGA Adapter  Component cable (DVI plug to RCA x 3)  Component cable (D-sub 15 pin to RCA x 3)  Spare Lamp Kit

Many of the above optional items may not be required for your particular installation. Retain packaging materials in case you need to move or ship the projector in the future. It should always be transported in its original protective packaging or the equivalent.

Installation

1. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five feet of the computer or video source.

Do not hold the projector by the lens. That may damage the lens.

2. Place the projector in correct distance from the scr een. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. Use the following general guidelines to determine the correct distance.

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Projection Screen Size (for 4 : 3 aspect-ratio diagonal length)

Distance(m) Zoom Wide Zoom Tele

1.5 45" 37.5" 2 60" 50"

2.5 75" 62.5" 4 120" 100" 5 150" 125" 8 240" 200"

10 300" 250"

3. When replacing batteries, take the following precautions: Do not recharge used batteries or expose batteries to fire or water. Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries leak, wipe away

the fluid with a soft cloth. If battery fluid gets onto your hands wash them immediately.

Remove the batteries if you will not be using the projector for a long period.

Connecting to a Computer

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Computer

OUT

Audio OUTAudio IN

Computer IN

The projector will always project at XGA (1024 x 768) resolution. (XGA is the native resolution of the projector.) However, you can connect the projector to a computer source capable of displaying VGA (640 x 480), SVGA (800 x 600), XGA, or SXGA (1280 x 1024) resolutions.The projector will resize VGA, SVGA, and SXGA inputs for XGA projection. The types of computers supported by this projector include IBM, Macintosh and Apple compatible laptop or desktop PCs (PC compatibles).

VGA OUT

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