LCD Projector Model 8944 USER’S MANUAL 401-8944-00
Projector 8944 User's Manual – Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, please read this manual to ensure the proper use of this product. After reading, store in a safe place for future reference. About this manual Various symbols are used in this manual. The meanings of these symbols are described below. WARNING This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.
Content Content About this manual. . . . . . . . . . . 1 (EASY MENU continued. . . . . . . . . 26) Content. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Keystone , Keystone , Picture mode, Projector features. . . . . . . . . . . 3 Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Whisper, Mirror, Reset, Filter time, Preparations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Language, Go to Advanced Menu... Contents of package. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Fastening the lens cover.
Projector features / Preparations Projector features This projector is used to project various picture signals onto a screen. This projector requires only a minimal amount of space for installation and can produce a large projected image from even a short distance. Preparations Contents of package Your projector should come with the items indicated on the description sheet. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is missing. NOTE • Keep the original packing materials for future reshipment.
Part names Part names Projector (1) Speakers (x 4) (38). (2) Focus ring (20) (3) Zoom ring (20) (4) Lamp cover (59) The lamp unit is inside. (5) Lens shift cover (20) (6) Horizontal lens shift dial (20) (7) Vertical lens shift dial (20) (8) Front cover (9) Lens (64) (10) Lens cover (3) (11) Remote sensors (x 3) (15) (12) Elevator feet (x 2) (9) (13) Elevator knobs (x 2) (9) (14) Filter cover (61) The air filter and intake vent are inside.
Part names Control panel (1) STANDBY/ON button (17) (2) MENU button (24) It consists of four cursor buttons. (3) INPUT button (18) (4) POWER indicator (17) (5) TEMP indicator (66) (6) LAMP indicator (66) (6) (5) (4) SD CARD RGB OUT S-VIDEO RGB1 Y VIDEO AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 RGB2 AUDIO IN 3 CR/PR L R L AUDIO IN 4 (2) (3) REMOTE CONTROL (3.
Part names Remote control (1) Laser pointer (14) It is a beam outlet.
Setting up Setting up Install the projector according to the environment and manner the projector will be used in. WARNING ►Place the projector in a stable horizontal position. If the projector falls or is knocked over it could cause injury and/or damage to the projector. Using a damaged projector could then result in fire and/or electric shock. • Do not place the projector on an unstable, slanted or vibrational surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand.
Setting up Arrangement Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine screen size and projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 1024×768 (a) Screen size (diagonal) (b) Projection distance (±10%) (c) Screen height (±10%), when the vertical lens shift (20) is set full upward.
RGB OUT VIDEO RGB1 Y RGB2 M1-D CB/PB Setting up CR/PR Adjusting the projector's elevator When the place to put the projector is slightly uneven to the left or right, use the REMOTE CONTROL AUDIO elevator feet to place the projector horizontally. S-VIDEO (3.5Φ) R L R L OUT CONTROL 3 AUDIO IN 4the projector in order to project at Using theAUDIO feetINcan also tilt q a suitable angle to the screen, elevating the front side ofACthe IN projector within 8 degrees.
Setting up Connecting your devices Be sure to read the manuals for devices before connecting them to the projector. Make sure that all the devices are suitable to be connected with this product, and prepare the cables required to connect. Please refer to the following illustrations to connect them. PC RGB OUT AUDIO OUT RGB OUT LAN AUDIO OUT RS-232C M1-D signal source M1-D RGB IN Monitor LASER INDICATOR LAN AUX I/O DC 5V 0.
Setting up Connecting your devices (continued) NOTE • Be sure to read the manuals for devices before connecting them to the projector, and make sure that all the devices are suitable to be connected with this product. Before connecting to a PC, check the signal level, the signal timing, and the resolution. - Do not connect LAN port to any network that might have the excessive voltage. - Some signal may need an adapter to input this projector.
Setting up Inserting an SD card and USB memory When using the projector with a wireless LAN please insert the included wireless network card. When using a commercial SD memory card in order to view images insert the SD memory card in the same manner. And when using a commercial USB memory in order to view images insert the USB memory to the AUX I/O port. See this “User's Manual - Network Function Section” for information on using either type of card.
Setting up How to use the slot cover lock the slot cover lock, and insert it into the 1. Open locking a slot. the slot cover lock slowly, and attach a 2. Close padlock or combination lock to the slot cover SD CARD SD CARD lock. Connecting power supply 1. Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector. 2. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet.
Remote control Remote control Laser pointer This remote control has a laser pointer in place of a finger or rod. The laser beam works and the LASER INDICATOR lights while the LASER button is pressed. LASER INDICATOR LASER button WARNING ►The laser pointer of the remote control is used in place of a finger or rod. Never look directly into the laser beam outlet or point the laser beam at other people. The laser beam can cause vision problems.
Remote control About the remote control signal The remote control works with the projector’s remote sensors. This projector has three remote sensors on the front, on the top, and on the back. The sensors can be respectively turned active or inactive using the “REMOTE RECEIV” in the SERVICE item of OPTION menu (47). Each sensor senses the signal within the following range when the sensor is active. The front and top sensors: 60 degrees (30 degrees to the left and right of the sensor) within 3 meters about.
RGB OUT AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 Remote control RGB1 Y VIDEO RGB2 M1-D CB/PB CR/PR S-VIDEO R AUDIO IN 3 L REMOTE CONTROL (3.5Φ) AUDIO OUT R L AUDIO IN 4 CONTROL Using as a wired remote control LAN AC IN LASE INDIC R ATOR The accessory remote control works as a wired remote control, when the wired control port at the bottom of the remote control connects with the REMOTE CONTROL port on the back of the projector via an audio cable with 3.5 diameter stereo mini plugs.
Power on/off Power on/off Turning on the power sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly 1. Make connected to the projector and the outlet. the lens cover, and set the power switch to the 2. Remove ON position (marked “ I “). STANDBY/ON button POWER indicator The power indicator will light up in steady orange (66). Then wait several seconds because the buttons may not function for these several seconds. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the Power remote control.
BLANK LASER Operating LASER INDICATOR Operating STANDBY/ON VIDEO RGB ASPECT Adjusting the volume the VOLUME button on the remote control. 1. Press A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume. the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to adjust the volume. 2. Use To close the dialog and complete the operation, press the PUSH ENTER PAGE UP BLANK ESC PAGE DOWN LASER RESET MENU POSITION AUTO MAGNIFY MY BUTTON ON 1 VOLUME button again.
LASER INDICATOR Operating STANDBY/ON VIDEO STANDBY/ON VIDEO Selecting an input signal (continued) 1. Press the VIDEO button on the remote control to select an input for video signal. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its video input port as below.
Operating Adjusting the zoom and focus 1. Use the zoom ring to adjust the screen size. 2. Use the focus ring to focus the picture. Adjusting the lens shift 1. Use the vertical lens shift dial to shift the picture upward or downward. the horizontal lens shift dial to 2. Use shift the picture left or right. NOTE • When the vertical lens shift is adjusted, it is recommended to shift the picture upward.
Operating Adjusting the position the POSITION button on the remote control. 1. Press The “POSITION” indication will appear on the screen. the cursor buttons ▲/▼/◄/► to adjust the picture 2. Use position. ASPECT PUSH ENTER PAGE UP ESC PAGE DOWN LASER MENU INDICATOR RESET STANDBY/ON POSITION VIDEO AUTO RGB MAGNIFY MY BUTTON VOLUME ON 1 When you want to reset the operation, press the RESET button on the remote control during the operation.
Operating ASPECT PUSH Using the magnify feature ENTER PAGE UP the ON button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. 1. Press The “MAGNIFY” indication will appear on the screen (although the indication will disappear in several seconds with no operation), and the projector will go into the MAGNIFY mode. PAGE DOWN ESC MENU POSITION AUTO RESET MAGNIFY MY BUTTON ON 1 VOLUME MUTE OFF 2 FREEZE KEYSTONE SEARCH the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to adjust the zoom level. 2.
Operating LASER INDICATOR STANDBY/ON VIDEO RGB Temporarily blanking the screen the BLANK button on the remote control. 1. Press The blank screen will be displayed instead of the screen of input signal. Please refer to the BLANK item in SCREEN menu (39). To exit from the blank screen and return to the input signal screen, press the BLANK button again.
Operating LASER INDICATOR STANDBY/ON Using the menu function VIDEO RGB This projector has the following menus: PICTURE, IMAGE, INPUT, SETUP, AUDIO, SCREEN, OPTION, MIU, and EASY MENU. EASY MENU consists of functions often used, and the other menus are classified into each purpose. Each of these menus is operated using the same methods. The basic operations of these menus are as follows. BLANK LASER ENTER button ASPECT PUSH Cursor buttons MENU button RESET button 1.
EASY Menu '#5; /'07 =4)$ ? EASY Menu From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control. Then perform it according to the following table. Item ASPECT #52'%6 #761 -';5610' ':'%76' -';5610' -';5610' 2+%674' /1&' 014/#. $4+)*60'55 %1064#56 %1.14 6+06 5*#420'55 9*+52'4 014/#. /+4414 014/#. 4'5'6 (+.6'4 6+/' J .#0)7#)' '0).
EASY Menu EASY Menu (continued) Item BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR TINT SHARPNESS WHISPER MIRROR Description Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the brightness. See the BRIGHTNESS item in PICTURE menu (27). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the contrast. See the CONTRAST item in PICTURE menu (27). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the strength of whole color. See the COLOR item in PICTURE menu (28). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the tint. See the TINT item in PICTURE menu (28).
PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu From the PICTURE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 5'.
PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the color temperature mode.
PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons changes the active iris control mode. PRESENTATION ó THEATER ó TURN OFF ACTIVE IRIS PRESENTATION THEATER TURN OFF Feature The active iris displays the best presentation image for both bright and dark scenes. The active iris displays the best theater image for both bright and dark scenes. The active iris is always open. • The screen may flicker when the PRESENTATION or THEATER modes are selected.
IMAGE Menu IMAGE Menu From the IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 5'.
IMAGE Menu IMAGE Menu (continued) Item Description H PHASE Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal phase to eliminate flicker. Right ó Left • This item can be selected only for an RGB signal, an MIU signal or a component video signal. (except 525i (480i), 625i (576i), SCART RGB) H SIZE AUTO ADJUST EXECUTE Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal size. Large ó Small • This item can be selected only for an RGB signal.
INPUT Menu INPUT Menu From the INPUT menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 5'.'%6 241)4'55+8' 68 8+&'1 04 /+& & ;%5 56+.. %1.
INPUT Menu INPUT Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the function of the COMPONENT (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr) port. COMPONENT ó SCART RGB When the SCART RGB is selected, the COMPONENT (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr) and VIDEO ports will function as a SCART RGB port. A SCART adapter or SCART cable is required for a SCART RGB input to the projector. For details, contact your dealer.
INPUT Menu INPUT Menu (continued) Item FRAME LOCK RGB IN Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns the frame lock function on/off. TURN ON ó TURN OFF • This item can be performed only on an RGB signal with a vertical frequency of 50 to 60 Hz. • When the TURN ON is selected, a moving pictures are displayed more smoothly. • This function may cause a certain degradation of the picture. In such a case, please select the TURN OFF. Set the RGB input signal type for the RGB port.
INPUT Menu INPUT Menu (continued) Item Description The resolution for the RGB1 and RGB2 input signals can be set on this projector. (1) In the INPUT menu select the RESOLUTION using the ▲/▼ buttons and press the ► button. 4'51.76+10 The RESOLUTION menu will be displayed. (2) In the RESOLUTION menu select the resolution you wish to display using the ▲/▼ buttons. Selecting AUTO will set a resolution appropriate to the input signal.
SETUP Menu SETUP Menu From the SETUP menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 5'.
SETUP Menu SETUP Menu (continued) Item KEYSTONE WHISPER Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons corrects the horizontal keystone distortion. Shrink the right of the image ó Shrink the left of the image • The adjustable range of this function will vary among inputs. For some input, this function may not work well. • When the zoom adjustment is set to the TELE (telephoto focus), this function may be excessive.
AUDIO Menu AUDIO Menu From the AUDIO menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 81.7/' 64'$.' $#55 545 919 52'#-'4 #7&+1 5'.
SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu From the SCREEN menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 5'.'%6 .#0)7#)' '0).+5* /'07 215+6+10 $.
SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the start-up screen. The start-up screen is a screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen ó ORIGINAL ó TURN OFF MyScreen START UP ORIGINAL TURN OFF Feature Screen can be registered by the MyScreen item (41). Screen preset as the standard screen. Plain black screen.
SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description MyScreen This item allows you to capture an image for use as a MyScreen image which can be used as the BLANK screen and START UP screen. Display the image you want to capture before executing the following procedure. 1. Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “MyScreen”. It will ask you if you start capturing an image from the current screen.
SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description MESSAGE Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the message function. TURN ON ó TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the following message function works. “AUTO IN PROGRESS” while automatically adjusting “NO INPUT IS DETECTED” “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE” “Searching….” while searching for the input “Detecting….
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu From the OPTION menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item, except for the items LAMP TIME and FILTER TIME. Then perform it according to the following table. Item AUTO SEARCH /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 #7&+1 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 5'.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the time to count down to automatically turn the projector off. Long (max. 99 minutes) ó Short (min. 0 minute = DISABLE) AUTO OFF AUTO OFF ENABLE AUTO OFF DISABLE 0 When the time is set to 0, the projector is not turned off automatically. When the time is set to 1 to 99, and when the passed time with nosignal or an unsuitable signal reaches at the set time, the projector lamp will be turned off.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item MY BUTTON Description This item is to assign one of the following function to MY BUTTON 1 and 2 on the remote control (6). Choose 1 or 2 on the MY BUTTON menu using the ◄/► button first. Then using the ▲/▼ buttons sets one of the following functions to the chosen button. • RGB1: Sets port to RGB1. • RGB2: Sets port to RGB2. • M1-D: Sets port to M1-D. • MIU: Sets port to MIU. • COMPONENT: Sets port to COMPONENT (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr). • S-VIDEO: Sets port to S-VIDEO.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description AUTO ADJUST Using the ▲/▼ buttons enables/disables the #761 #&,756 automatic adjustment.When DISABLE is selected, '0#$.' &+5#$.' the automatic adjustment feature is disabled, although rough adjustment is automatically performed depending on the basic setting. ENABLE ó DISABLE • Depending on conditions, such as input image, signal cable to the projector, environment around the projector, etc., the automatic adjustment may not work correctly.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description KEY LOCK Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the key lock feature. When TURN ON is selected, the buttons on the projector except the STANDBY/ON button are locked. TURN ON ó TURN OFF • Please use to avoid a mischief and touching accidentally. This function does not have any effect on the remote control. SERVICE (continued) REMOTE RECEIV. (1) Select a remote sensor using the ▲/▼ button.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description This projector is equipped with security functions. User registration is required before using the security functions. Please contact your local dealer. 1. Using Security Features 1.1 Inputting the PASSWORD SECURITY 1.1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the OPTION menu to select SECURITY and press the ► button. The ENTER PASSWORD box will be displayed. The factory default PASSWORD is 2400. This PASSWORD can be changed (1.2 Changing the PASSWORD).
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 1.3 If you have forgotten your PASSWORD 1.3-1 Follow the procedure in 1.1-1 to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX. 1.3-2 While the ENTER PASSWORD BOX is displayed, press and hold the RESET button on the remote control for about 3 seconds or press and hold the INPUT and ► buttons on the projector for about 3 seconds. The 10 digit Inquiring Code will be displayed.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 2.2-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the CHECK PASSWORD BOX and press the /[5ETGGP ► button to display the PASSWORD for %1/2.'6' about 20 seconds, please make note of the PASSWORD during this time. '06'4 ':+6 Pressing the ENTER button on the remote control PASSWORD BOX or INPUT button on the projector will return to MyScreen PASS WORD on/off menu.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description SECURITY (continued) 3.1-3 Input a 4 part PIN Code using the ▲/▼/◄/► /RGB and INPUT buttons. 2+0 $1: +PRWV 2+0 %QFG A CONFIRMATION BOX will appear. Reenter the same PIN Code. This will complete the PIN Code 4)$ registration. PIN BOX • If there is no key input for about 55 seconds while the PIN BOX or the CONFIRMATION BOX are displayed the menu will close.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 4. Using the Transition Detector Function While the Transition Detector function is ON, when power switch is started to supply to the projector, it might react as below. • Transition Detector alarm shown below might appear on screen, if the projector has been moved or re-installed. • Transition Detector alarm might appear on screen, if the MIRROR setting has been changed.
OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item Description 4.3 Setting the Transition Detector off 4.3-1 Follow the procedure in 4.1-1 to display the Transition Detector on/off menu. 4.3-2 Select TURN OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX (large). Enter the registered PASSWORD and the screen will return to the Transition Detector on/off menu. If an incorrect PASSWORD is input the menu will close. If necessary repeat the process from 4.3-1. SECURITY (continued) 4.4 If you have forgotten your PASSWORD 4.
MIU Menu MIU Menu Consult with your network administrator before connecting to an existing access point on your network. Incorrect network settings on this projector may cause trouble on the network. Select “MIU” from the main menu to access the following functions. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item.
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MIU Menu MIU Menu (continued) Item Description IP ADDRESS Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to enter the IP ADDRESS. This function can only be used +2 #&&4'55 when DHCP is set to TURN OFF. • The IP ADDRESS is the number that identifies this projector on the network. You cannot have two devices with the same IP ADDRESS on the same network. SUBNET MASK Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to enter the same SUBNET MASK used by your PC. This function can only be used when DHCP is set to TURN OFF.
MIU Menu MIU Menu (continued) Item Description MODE Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the mode of the network communication system. Select it according to the setting of your PC. /1&' #&*1% +0(4#5647%674' ADHOC INFRASTRUCTURE CH Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the channel %* of the wireless LAN while using it. Select it according to the setting of your PC. The channels 1 to 11 are available. • The available channels would be various depending on a country.
MIU Menu MIU Menu (continued) Item Description Selecting this item displays the MIU-INFORMATION dialog for confirming the network setting. /+7 +0(14/#6+10 0#/' +2 #&&4'55 57$0'6/#5- &'(#7.6 )#6'9#; 6+/' &+(('4'0%' )/6 ' #0& 6+/' /1&' #&*1% %* '0%4;26+10 9'2 DKV INFORMATION 0'6914- /1&' 9+4'.'55 12'4#6+10 .+8' 75$ /'/14; 5& %#4& 9+4'.'55 .
Maintenance Maintenance Lamp A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. To prepare a new lamp, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number. Type number = 456-8943 Replacing the lamp The lamp cover the projector off, and unplug the power cord.
Maintenance Lamp (continued) Lamp warning HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE WARNING ►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them.
Maintenance Air filter Please check and clean the air filter periodically. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the like, internal temperatures rise, which could cause a fire, a burn or malfunction to the projector. When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with it as soon as possible. Note that the projector may shut down, when the projector heats too much. Please replace the air filter when it is damaged or too soiled.
Maintenance Air filter (continued) Turn the projector on and reset the filter time using the FILTER TIME item in the EASY MENU (26). 9. (1) Press the MENU button to display a menu. (2) Point at the “FILTER TIME” using the ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button. A dialog will appear. (3) Press the ▲ button to select “RESET” on the dialog. It performs resetting the filter time.
Maintenance Internal clock battery Consumption of the battery makes the clock not to work correctly. When the clock is wrong or it has stopped, please replace the battery according to the following procedures. 1. 2. 3. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently. After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, slowly turn over the projector, so that the bottom is facing. Battery Cover Remove the battery cover.
Maintenance Other care Inside of the projector In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your dealer about once every year. Caring for the lens If the lens is flawed, soiled or fogged, it could cause deterioration of display quality. Please take care of the lens, being cautious of handling. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Related messages When the unit's power is on, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please follow the instructions described below. If the same message is displayed after the remedy, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps Lighting and flashing of the POWER indicator, the LAMP indicator, and the TEMP indicator have the meanings as described in the table below. Please follow the instructions within the table. If the same indication is displayed after the remedy, or if an indication other than the following is displayed, please contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps (continued) POWER LAMP TEMP indicator indicator indicator Description The cooling fan is not operating. Blinking In Red or Lighting In Red Turned off Blinking In Red Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least 20 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation that no foreign matter has become caught in the fan, etc., and then turn the power on again.
Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects WARNING ►Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In such cases, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer or service company.
Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued) Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect The signal cables are not correctly connected. Correctly connect the audio cables. The MUTE function is working. Sound does not come out. Restore the sound pressing the MUTE or VOLUME button on the remote control. The volume is adjusted to an extremely low level. Adjust the volume to a higher level using the menu function or the remote control.
Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued) Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect The brightness and/or contrast are adjusted to an extremely low level. Adjust BRIGHTNESS and/or CONTRAST settings to a higher level using the menu function. Pictures appear dark. The WHISPER function is working. Select NORMAL for the WHISPER item in the SETUP menu. The lamp is approaching the end of its product lifetime. Replace the lamp.
Warranty And After-Service / Specification Warranty and after-service If a problem occurs with the equipment, first refer to the “Troubleshooting” and run through the suggested checks. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied. Specification Item Product name Liquid Crystal Panel Specification Liquid crystal projector Panel size 2.0 cm (0.
Specifications 319 Specifications (continued) 154 139 418 [unit: mm] 72
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Projector 8944 User's Manual Technical Example of computer signal Resolution (H x V) H. frequency (kHz) V. frequency (Hz) 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1600 x 1200 1280 x 768 1400 x 1050 37.9 31.5 37.9 37.5 43.3 35.2 37.9 48.1 46.9 53.7 49.7 48.4 56.5 60.0 68.7 67.5 60.0 64.0 80.0 91.1 75.0 47.7 65.2 85.0 59.9 72.8 75.
Initial set signals Initial set signals The following signals are used for the initial settings. The signal timing of some computer models may be different. In such case, adjust the items V POSITION and H POSITION in the IMAGE menu. Back porch (B) Front porch (D) Back porch (b) Display interval (C) Data H. Sync. Data V. Sync. Sync (A) Computer/ Horizontal signal timing (μs) Signal (A) (B) (C) (D) TEXT 2.0 3.0 20.3 1.0 VGA (60Hz) 3.8 1.9 25.4 0.6 VGA (72Hz) 1.3 4.1 20.3 0.8 VGA (75Hz) 2.0 3.8 20.3 0.
Connection to the ports Connection to the ports SD CA RD C A B RGB OUT AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 RGB1 Y VIDEO D LAN AUX I/O DC 5V 0.5A RGB2 M1-D CB/PB CR/PR S-VIDEO R AUDIO IN 3 L R AUDIO IN 4 L AUDIO OUT REMOTE CONTROL CONTROL A RGB IN1, B RGB IN2, C RGB OUT D-sub 15pin mini shrink jack • Video signal: RGB separate, Analog, 0.7Vp-p, 75Ω terminated (positive) • H/V. sync. Signal: TTL level (positive/negative) • Composite sync.
Connection to the ports (continued) SD CA RD LAN AUX I/O DC 5V 0.5A I RGB OUT F RGB1 Y VIDEO AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 E G RGB2 M1-D CB/PB CR/PR H S-VIDEO R AUDIO IN 3 L R AUDIO IN 4 L AUDIO OUT REMOTE CONTROL CONTROL COMPONENT VIDEO E Y, F CB/PB, G CR/PR RCA jack x3 • System: 525i(480i), 525p(480p), 625i(576i), 750p(720p), 1125i(1080i) Port Signal Y Component video Y, 1.0±0.1Vp-p, 75Ω terminator with composite CB/PB Component video CB/PB, 0.7±0.
Connection to the ports (continued) SD CA RD LAN AUX I/O DC 5V 0.5A J K L RGB OUT Y VIDEO AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 RGB1 M N O CB/PB RGB2 M1-D Q P R CR/PR S-VIDEO R AUDIO IN 3 L R AUDIO IN 4 L REMOTE CONTROL AUDIO OUT CONTROL J AUDIO IN 1, K AUDIO IN 2 Ø3.5 stereo mini jack • 500 mVrms 47kΩ terminator AUDIO IN 3 L R, M L, AUDIO IN 4 N R, O L RCA jack x2 • 500 mVrms 47kΩ terminator P AUDIO OUT Ø3.5 stereo mini jack • 500 mVrms 1kΩ output impedance Q REMOTE CONTROL Ø3.
Connection to the ports (continued) SD CA U S T RD LAN AUX I/O DC 5V 0.
RS-232C Communication RS-232C Communication 1 2 6 3 7 4 8 5 1 2 6 9 CONTROL port RS-232C cable (Cross) of the projector - (1) RD (2) TD (3) - (4) GND (5) - (6) RTS (7) CTS (8) - (9) (1) CD (2) RD (3) TD (4) DTR (5) GND (6) DSR (7) RTS (8) DTS (9) RI 3 7 4 8 5 9 RS-232C port of the computer Connecting the cable Turn off the projector and the computer. 1. Connect the CONTROL port of the projector with a RS-232C port of 2. the computer by a RS-232C cable (cross).
RS-232C Communication (continued) Requesting projector status (Get command) (1) Send the request code Header + Command data (‘02H’+‘00H’+ type (2 bytes)+ ‘00H’ +‘00H’) from the computer to the projector. (2) The projector returns the response code ‘1DH’+ data (2 bytes) to the computer. Changing the projector settings (Set command) (1) Send the setting code Header + Command data (‘01H’+‘00H’+ type (2 bytes) + setting code (2 bytes)) from the computer to the projector.
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Power Input Source Operation Type Set Set Error Status BRIGHTNESS BRIGHTNESS Reset CONTRAST CONTRAST Reset PICTURE MODE Set GAMMA Set Turn off Turn on Get RGB1 RGB2 M1-D VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT MIU Get Get Get Increment Decrement Execute Get Increment Decrement Execute NORMAL CINEMA DYNAMIC BOARD(BLACK) BOARD(GREEN) WHITEBOARD Get #1 DEFAULT #1 CUSTOM #2 DEFAULT #2 CUSTOM #3 DEFAULT #3 CUSTOM #4 DEFAULT #4 CUSTOM #5 DEFAULT #5 CUSTOM Get Header BE EF 0
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names User Gamma Pattern Operation Type Set User Gamma Point 1 User Gamma Point 2 User Gamma Point 3 User Gamma Point 4 User Gamma Point 5 User Gamma Point 6 User Gamma Point 7 User Gamma Point 8 COLOR TEMP COLOR TEMP GAIN R COLOR TEMP GAIN G 10 Set Header CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code Off BE EF 03 06 00 FB FA 01 00 80 30 00 00 9 step gray scale BE EF 03 06 00 6B FB 01 00 80 30 01 00 15 steps gray scale BE EF 03
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type COLOR TEMP GAIN B Header CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code Get BE EF 03 06 00 8C F5 02 00 B3 30 00 00 Increment BE EF 03 06 00 EA F5 04 00 B3 30 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 3B F4 05 00 B3 30 00 00 Get BE EF 03 06 00 04 F5 02 00 B5 30 00 00 Increment BE EF 03 06 00 62 F5 04 00 B5 30 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 B3 F4 05 00 B5 30 00 00 Get BE EF 03
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names ASPECT Operation Type Set OVER SCAN OVER SCAN Reset V POSITION V POSITION Reset H POSITION H POSITION Reset H PHASE H SIZE H SIZE Reset AUTO ADJUST COLOR SPACE Set COMPONENT Set C-VIDEO FORMAT Set S-VIDEO FORMAT Set 12 Header CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code 4:3 16:9 14:9 SMALL NORMAL Get Get Increment Decrement Execute BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 06 00 06 00 06
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type M1-D Set RGB 1 Set RGB 2 Set FRAME LOCK Set KEYSTONE V KEYSTONE V Reset KEYSTONE H KEYSTONE H Reset ACTIVE IRIS Set WHISPER Set MIRROR Set VOLUME-RGB1 VOLUME-RGB2 VOLUME-M1-D VOLUME-Video VOLUME-S-Video Header CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code NORMAL ENHANCED Get SYNC ON G OFF SYNC ON G ON Get SYNC ON G OFF SYNC ON G ON Get BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF BE EF 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 06
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names VOLUME-Component VOLUME – MIU TREBLE-RGB1 TREBLE-RGB2 TREBLE-M1-D TREBLE-Video TREBLE-S-Video TREBLE-Component TREBLE – MIU BASS-RGB1 BASS-RGB2 BASS-M1-D BASS-Video BASS-S-Video BASS-Component 14 Operation Type Header CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code Get BE EF 03 06 00 01 CC 02 00 65 20 00 00 Increment BE EF 03 06 00 67 CC 04 00 65 20 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 B6 CD 05 00 65 20 00 00 Get BE
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type BASS – MIU SRS WOW – RGB1 Set Set Set Set 03 06 00 85 FB 02 00 86 20 00 00 BE EF 03 06 00 E3 FB 04 00 86 20 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 32 FA 05 00 86 20 00 00 TURN OFF BE EF 03 06 00 FE FF 01 00 90 20 00 00 MID BE EF 03 06 00 9E FE 01 00 90 20 02 00 HIGH BE EF 03 06 00 0E FF 01 00 90 20 03 00 BE EF 03 06 00 CD FF 02 00 90 20 00 00 TURN OFF BE EF 0
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation Type AUDIO - RGB2 Set AUDIO - M1-D Set AUDIO - Video Set AUDIO - S-Video Set AUDIO - Component Set AUDIO – MIU Set IR REMOTE Front Set IR REMOTE Rear Set IR REMOTE Top Set IR REMOTE FREQ.
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names IR REMOTE FREQ.
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names MESSAGE Operation Type CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code TURN OFF BE EF 03 06 00 8F D6 01 00 17 30 00 00 TURN ON BE EF 03 06 00 1F D7 01 00 17 30 01 00 Get BE EF 03 06 00 BC D6 02 00 17 30 00 00 TURN OFF BE EF 03 06 00 B6 D6 01 00 16 20 00 00 TURN ON BE EF 03 06 00 26 D7 01 00 16 20 01 00 Get BE EF 03 06 00 85 D6 02 00 16 20 00 00 Get BE EF 03 06 00 08 86 02 00 10 3
RS-232C Communication (continued) Names MY BUTTON-2 Operation Type Set MAGNIFY FREEZE Set Header CRC Action Command Data Type Setting Code RGB1 BE EF 03 06 00 C6 32 01 00 01 36 00 00 RGB2 BE EF 03 06 00 06 30 01 00 01 36 04 00 M1-D BE EF 03 06 00 36 32 01 00 01 36 03 00 COMPONENT BE EF 03 06 00 96 31 01 00 01 36 05 00 S-VIDEO BE EF 03 06 00 A6 33 01 00 01 36 02 00 VIDEO BE EF 03 06 00 56 33 01 00 01 36 01 00 MIU BE EF 03 06 00 66 31
Projector 8944 User’s Manual – Network Functions Section This section is only intended to explain Network Functions. NOTE • The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. • The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. • The reproduction, transfer or copy of all or any part of this document is not permitted without express written consent. Trademark acknowledgment • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Contents Contents Caution… …………………………………………………………………………………… 3 1. Main Functions………………………………………………………………………… 5 1.1 Live Mode… ………………………………………………………………………… 5 1.2 PC-LESS Presentation … ………………………………………………………… 6 2. Equipment connection and network setting … …………………………… 8 2.1 Required equipment preparation………………………………………………… 8 2.2 Network connection using “One-Click-Communication” function… …………………………………………………………………………… 8 2.3 Manual network connection setting – Wired LAN - … ……………………… 10 2.3.
Caution Caution [Restriction in terms of inserts or pulls memory card and wireless LAN card] Do not pull out the memory card and the wireless card while the power is on. The memory card can be pulled out only while the card access LED (Red) is off. CAUTION n The accompanying 802.11g wireless LAN card uses the 2.4GHz radio frequency band.
1. Main functions 1. Main functions 1.1 Live Mode (Project images from PC) The main function of MIU (Multi Information processing Unit) is the Live Mode. On Live Mode, the projector displays the screen appearing on the PC via network, supported by “MIU Live Viewer” (Fig.1.1.a). The “MIU Live Viewer” captures PC screen image using dedicated firmware “MIU Live Viewer” and sends it to projector through wired LAN or wireless LAN connection. (Refer to section 3 and 5 in detail.) Fig. 1.1.
1. Main functions 1.2 P C-LESS Presentation (Display the images stored in SD card/USB memory.) Other main function is “PC-LESS Presentation”. (Fig. 1.2.a) “PC-LESS Presentation” has 4 kinds of display modes. 1) Thumbnail display: Display many stored images in SD card and USB memory at once. (From now on, it is called “memory card” as SD card and USB memory combined.) 2) Display in full screen: Display 1 picture or moving picture in full screen. 3) Slide show: Switch images with set intervals.
1. Main functions 1.2 PC-LESS Presentation (Display the images stored in SD card/USB memory.) (Continued) Fig. 1.2.b Remote Control NOTE • There are following limitations for file name and directory name in PC-LESS Presentation. (1) The projector's language setting is Japanese. Only alpha-numeric characters and Japanese are supported. (2) The projector's language setting is not Japanese. Only alpha-numeric characters and Latin-1 characters are supported.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.1 Required equipment preparation Followings are required for 1 projector and 1 PC connection. Multiple PC connection is described in section 4.1. Projector: 1 unit PC: 1 set (“MIU Live Viewer” installation is required for “MIU Live Viewer” usage.) IEEE802.g wireless LAN equipment is required.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Network connection using “One-Click-Communication” function (Continued) wSelect the MIU menu by using ▲/▼ button. 5'.'%6 /'07 =4)$ ? 2+%674' +/#)' +0276 5'672 5%4''0 126+10 /+7 '#5; /'07 .+8' /1&' 2% .'55 24'5'06#6+10 5'672 G 5*16 +0(14/#6+10 5'48+%' ePress the Reset key on remote control. Then Reset Menu will be displayed. /+7 4'5'6 %#0%'. rPress the ▲ button to reset the Network settings.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.2 Network connection using “One-Click-Communication” function (Continued) 4) Click “One-Click” button in fig. 2.2.a. Projector is found. Then capture start button is pushed and real time display is started automatically. [Wireless LAN connection] 1) When projector network settings such as IP address and subnet mask are changed, need to return to the projector factory default settings. (9) 2) In case 802.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.3 Manual network connection setting – In case of wired LAN - (Continued) 2.3.2. Network settings This is the explanation of network connection settings for Windows XP and Internet Explorer. 1) Log on to Windows XP as administrator authority. (*) 2) Open “Control Panel” from “Start” menu. 3) Open “Network and Internet Connections” in “Control Panel”. (Fig. 2.3.2.a) * Administrator authority is the account, which can access to all functions. Fig. 2.3.2.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.3 Manual network connection setting – In case of wired LAN - (Continued) 5) When more than 2 usable network devices exist, make only one device “valid” that you want to use and the rest of devices “invalid”. (In this case, “Local Area Connection” is selected.) 6) Open “Local Area Connection Properties” window you use for network device. (Fig. 2.3.2.c) Fig. 2.3.2.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.3 Manual network connection setting – In case of wired LAN - (Continued) [About IP address] Network address portion of PC IP address should be common with projector’s one but the PC total IP address should not be overlapped with other networked equipments. For example, projector initial settings are as follows. IP address: 192.168.1.10 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Therefore, specify PC IP address as follows. IP address: 192.168.1.xxx (xxx shows decimal number.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.3 Manual network connection setting – In case of wired LAN - (Continued) 2.3.3 “Internet Option” setting 1) Click “Internet Options” in “Network and Internet Connections” window (Fig. 2.3.3.a) to open “Internet Properties” window. (Fig. 2.3.3.b) Click Fig. 2.3.3.a “Network and Internet Connections” window Click Fig. 2.3.3.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.3 Manual network connection setting – In case of wired LAN - (Continued) Fig. 2.3.3.c “Local Area Network (LAN) Settings” window 3) Uncheck all boxes in “Local Area Network (LAN) Settings” window. (Fig. 2.3.3.c) 2.3.4 Check connection Check PC and projector are connected properly here. If it is not connected, check cable connections and settings are properly or not. 1) Start browser in PC and specify following URL, then click “Go” button.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.4 Manual network connection setting – For wireless LAN By installing SD-Link11g card, PC and wireless LAN are able to communicate in both Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes. How to set up wireless LAN connection manually. 2.4.1 Preparation for wireless LAN connection Fig. 2.4.1.a Without access point communication (Ad-Hoc) Fig. 2.4.1.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.4 M anual network connection setting – For wireless LAN (Continued) 2.4.2 Wireless LAN connection set up Using wireless LAN utility for Windows XP standard. Wireless LAN initial settings for the projector is as follows. Connection Control : Ad-Hoc SSID : wireless Channel : 1ch Encryption rating : None Communication speed : AUTO IP address : 192.168.1.10 * You can change these settings as you want. Use configuration utility or menu to change.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.4 M anual network connection setting – For wireless LAN (Continued) 4) Set used protocol as “TCP/IP” and open TCP/IP property. Set IP address and other settings as same as wired LAN connection set up. (12) 5) Open “Wireless Networks” tab. (Fig. 2.4.2.c) Fig. 2.4.2.c “Wireless Network Connection Properties” window (2) 6) Add check mark for “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” in “Wireless Network Connection Properties” window.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.4 M anual network connection setting – For wireless LAN (Continued) 8) Set each item as follows. Network name (SSID): wireless Data encryption: Invalid (Default setting is invalid.) * This explanation meets the projector default setting. If access point is used or data encryption is used, if needs to change settings properly. Refer to PC or wireless LAN device user guide for detailed information.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) When configuring or controlling the projector via a web browser, an ID and password are required. There are two types of IDs, Administrator IDs and User IDs. The following chart describes the differences between user and administrator IDs. Item Description Displays the projector’s current Network Information network configuration settings.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) Refer to the following for configuring or controlling the projector via a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: 1) Enter [http://192.168.1.10/] into the address bar of the web browser and the screen in Fig. 2.5.a will be displayed. 2) Enter your ID and password and click [Logon]. Fig. 2.5.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.1 Network Information All screen images displayed in this manual are screens of a logon using an administrator ID. Any administrator only functions will not be displayed when using a user ID. Refer to the descriptions in each table. Displays the projector’s current network configuration settings. Item Description DHCP Displays the DHCP configuration settings.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.2 Network Settings Displays and configures network settings. Item Description NETWORK MODE Select Network mode "wired" or "wireless". IP Configuration Configures network settings. DHCP ON Enables DHCP. DHCP OFF Disables DHCP. IP Address Configures the IP address when DHCP is disabled. Subnet Mask Configures the Subnet Mask when DHCP is disabled.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.2 Network Settings (Continued) Item Description Wireless Mode Mode Select "AD-HOC" or "Infrastructure". Select using channel between "1" and "11". CH (Communication channel) NOTE • Depending on the country where you are the channels may vary.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.3 Port Settings Displays and configures communication port settings. Item Network Control Port1 (Port:23) Description Configures command control port 1 (Port:23). Port open Click the [Enable] check box to use port 23. Authentication Click the [Enable] check box when authentication is required for this port.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.4 Mail Settings Displays and configures e-mail addressing settings. Item Description Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to use the e-mail function. Configure the conditions for sending email under [Alert Settings]. SMTP Server IP Address Configures the address of the mail server in IP format. Sender E-mail address Configures the sender e-mail address.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.5 Alert Settings Displays and configures failure & warning alerts. Item Cover Error Description Configures Cover Error alert settings. SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts for this item. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts for this item. Mail Subject Configures the subject line of the e-mail to be sent.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.5 Alert Settings (Continued) Item Lamp Error SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts for this item. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts for this item. Mail Subject Configures the subject line of the e-mail to be sent. The length of the subject line can be up to 255 alphanumeric characters.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.5 Alert Settings (Continued) Item Lamp Time Error Description Configures Lamp Time Error alert settings. SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts for this item. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts for this item. Mail Subject Configures the subject line of the e-mail to be sent.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.5 Alert Settings (Continued) Item Other Error Description Configures Other Error alert settings. SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts for this item. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts for this item. Mail Subject Configures the subject line of the e-mail to be sent.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.5 Alert Settings (Continued) Item Filter Time Alarm Description Configures Filter Time Alarm alert settings. Alarm Time Configures the filter time to alert. SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts for this item. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts for this item.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.6 Schedule Settings Displays and configures schedule settings. Item Daily Configures the daily schedule. Schedule Click the [Enable] check box to enable daily scheduling. Schedule List Displays the current daily schedule. Sunday Configures the Sunday schedule. Schedule Click the [Enable] check box to enable Sunday scheduling.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.6 Schedule Setting (Continued) Item Specific date No1 Description Configures the specific date (No.1) schedule. Schedule Click the [Enable] check box to enable specific date (No.1) scheduling. Month/Day Configures the Month and date. Schedule List Displays the current specific date (No.1) schedule. Specific date No.2 Configures the specific date (No.2) schedule.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.6 Schedule Setting (Continued) To add additional functions and events click the [Add] button and set the following items. Item Description Time Configures the time to execute commands. Command Configures the commands to be executed. Power Parameter Configures the parameters for power control. Input Source Parameter Configures the parameters for input switching.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.7 Date/Time Settings (Continued) Item Daylight Savings Time Start Description Click the [ON] check box to enable daylight savings time and set the following items. Configures the date and time daylight savings time begins. Month Configures the month daylight savings time begins (1~12). Week Configures the week of the month daylight savings time begins (First, 2, 3, 4, Last).
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.8 Security Settings Displays and configures passwords and other security settings. Item Administrator authority Description Configures the Administrator ID and Password. Administrator ID Configures the Administrator ID. The length of the text can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Administrator Password Configures the Administrator Password.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.8 Security Settings (Continued) Item Network Control Authentication Password Description Configures the Authentication Password for the command control. Configures the Authentication Password. The length of the text can be up to 16 alphanumeric characters. Re-enter Authentication Used to re-enter the above password for verification.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.9 Projector Control The items shown in the table below can be performed using the [Projector Control] menu. Select an item using the up and down arrow keys on the PC. Most of the items have a submenu. Refer to the table below for details. Controls the projector. Item Description Main Power Turns the power On/Off. Input Source Selects the input source.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.9 Projector Control (Continued) Item Description Image Aspect Selects the Aspect setting. Over Scan Selects the Over Scan setting. V Position Adjusts the V Position. H Position Adjusts the H Position. H Phase Adjusts the H Phase. H Size Adjusts the H Size. Auto Adjust Performs Auto Adjustment. Input Progressive Selects the progressive setting.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.9 Projector Control (Continued) Item Audio Volume Treble Bass SRS WOW Speaker Audio-RGB1 Audio-RGB2 Audio-M1-D Audio-Video Audio-S-Video Audio-Component Audio-MIU Screen Language Menu Position V Menu Position H Blank Startup MyScreen Lock Message Option Auto Search Auto Keystone Auto on Description Adjusts the Volume setting. Adjust the Treble setting. Adjusts the Bass setting.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.5 Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser (Continued) 2.5.10 Projector Status Displays and configures the current projector status. Item Description Error Status Displays the current error status Lamp Time Displays the usage time for the current lamp. Filter Time Displays the usage time for the current filter. Power Status Displays the current power status. Input Status Displays the current input signal source.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.6 Utilize Web Remote Control You can use your Web browser to remote control the projector once the projector is properly configured and connected to your PC via the wireless LAN card or via wired LAN. NOTE • Do not attempt to control the projector with the projector's remote control and via your Web browser at the same time. Attempt to do so may causes a projector operational error. Open browser when it is possible to communicate with projector.
2. Equipment connection and network setting 2.6 Utilize Web Remote Control (Continued) Click “Remote Control” in this window to display Web Remote Control as shown in fig.2.6.b. The same operation as the bundled remote control will done. UP/LEFT/RIGHT/DOWN corresponds to ▲/◄/►/▼ respectively. Each mode will be activated by clicking these buttons. • LIVE MODE • THUMBNAIL • SLIDE SHOW • DIRECTORY Fig. 2.6.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3. How to use Projector software – Basics 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” This section explains how to use the “MIU Live Viewer”. 3.1.1. Install “MIU Live Viewer” In order to use the projector with a PC for Live Mode, you will first need to install the accompanying software on all the PCs you will be using.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) 3.1.2. Software Installation Procedure 1) Turn on the PC. 2) Shut down all applications. 3) Insert the accompanying CD-ROM into the PC's CD-ROM drive. 4) After a moment, the Welcome to MIU Utilities Setup dialog will appear as shown on the right. Press Next. NOTE If the Welcome to MIU Utilities Setup dialog doesn't appear, proceed as follows: (1) Click on the Start button on the toolbar and select Run.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) 8) The Hardware Installation dialog appears. Press Continue Anyway. 9) After a moment, installation will complete and the Setup Complete dialog will appear as shown on the right. Click Finish. This completes the software installation. Then your PC automatically restarts.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) [“MIU Live Viewer” window: Fig. 3.1.3.a] 1) “File” button Display file menu. 2) “Help” button Display “MIU Live Viewer” information. 3) Stop button Disconnect projector connection. 4) Capture start button Start real time display. NOTE • Pictures are not displayed correctly when the start/stop buttons are clicked repeatedly.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) [“Options” window] [“General” tab, Fig. 3.1.3.b] Fig.3.1.3.b “Options”, “General” tab 1) CPU Share Set up any capturing performance on the PC screen by using control bar Low (At the far left): Set this position when many CPU resources are required by applications other than “MIU Live Viewer”.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) [JPEG tab] Fig. 3.1.3.c “Options”, “JPEG” tab 1) JPEG Quality When “MIU Live Viewer” is used, it captures PC screen image. Then that is compressed as JPEG and sent to projector. By control bar in this tab, you can set compression rate. Low (At the far left, Low picture quality): Make JEPG compression rate high. Screen refresh interval becomes shorter due to low volume transferred data, but picture quality decreases.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1.4 Utilize “MIU Live Viewer” – Basic This section explains basic of how to use “MIU Live Viewer” functions. • Before start up the MIU Live Viewer, you have to set the projector into LIVE MODE by either of following way. 1) from Web Remote Control (1) Select LIVE MODE 2) from OSD Menu (1) Set the port into MIU menu by remote control or Keypad. (2) O pen the OSD Menu by pressing ▲/◄/►/▼ Keypad button on the projector or Menu button on remote control.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) 2) Start Web Remote Control (refer to 2.6 Utilize Web Remote Control), and click “LIVE MODE” button on Web Remote Control to change projector mode to “MIU Live Viewer”. After changing, screen of the output monitor connected with projector turn all blue. 3) Perform following operations on “MIU Live Viewer” (1) Click “Find” button to search communication available projector.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.1 How to use “MIU Live Viewer” (Continued) (3) Click Capture start button. Fig. 3.1.4.d Start capturing Based on the above operation, if captured picture of PC screen is displayed real time on monitor connected with projector, it is succeeded. Much easier to connect if you utilize “One-Click-Communication” function. (Refer to section 2.2.) This is basic usage. Refer to section 4.1 for further explanation of advanced MIU Live Viewer usage. 3.
3. How to use Projector software – Basics - 3.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” –Basic - (Continued) If thumbnail appears by above operation, it is succeeded. (Fig.3.2.a) This is basic usage. There are varieties of usage for “PC-LESS Presentation”. Refer to section 4.2 for further detailed explanation. 6*7/$0#+. = 5& ? 㪈 㪋 +OCIG +OCIG 㪉 㪌 +OCIG +OCIG 㪊 㪍 +OCIG 2% .'55 24'5'06#6+10 /'07 5.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4. Utilize projector – Advanced 4.1. Utilize “MIU Live Viewer” – Advanced This section explains how to connect multiple PCs. 4.1.1. Connect multiple PCs with one projector (Multiple PCs connection) A projector can be connected with up to 4 PCs to display multiple windows. 1 2 CB/P SD B CR/P R VIDEO 3 S-VID EO CAR RGB AUDIO IN1 AUDIO IN1 IN2 1 2 3 4 D AUX DC I/O 5V RGB CONT 0.5A LAN IN2 RGB ROL AC OUT AUDIO IN OUT USB 4 Fig. 4.1.1.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.1. Utilize “MIU Live Viewer” – Advanced - (Continued) [Connection] 1) Connect all PCs and projector using LAN cables and hub as shown in fig. 4.1.1.a. Connect projector and output monitor with RGB cable. 2) Start up “MIU Live Viewer” in each PC. Check the IP address in PCs and confirm xxx of [192.168.1.xxx] in IP address is set different value in each PC. 3) Click “Find” button in “MIU Live Viewer” and search projector.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced “PC-LESS Presentation” reads image data from memory cards inserted into SD or USB slot and perform followings. SD Memory and SD Wireless card can not be inserted at the same time. - Thumbnail display (Section 4.2.1) - Display in full screen (Section 4.2.2) - Slide show (Section 4.2.3) - Directory display (Section 4.2.4) 6*7/$0#+. = 5& ? 㪈 㪋 㪉 +OCIG 㪌 +OCIG +OCIG +OCIG 㪊 㪍 +OCIG 2% .
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) Following picture and movie files can be displayed. • JPEG (.jpeg, .jpg) * Progressive is not corresponded. • BMP (.bmp) • PNG (.png) • MPEG4 (.mp4) * Supported bit resolution rate is less than 1Mbps in Simple Profile. Supported resolution is less than VGA. Supported Audio format is only AAC. 4.2.1 Thumbnail display Fig.4.2.1 shows thumbnail display.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) Following operations can be accessible while thumbnail is displayed. ▲/◄/►/▼ Remote control/Keypad PAGE UP PAGE DOWN Remote control ENTER Remote control INPUT Keypad MENU Remote control Move cursor. Switch pages. Display selected image in full screen. Displays PC-LESS PRESENTATION Menu. * These operations are not accessible while projector OSD menu is displayed.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) 4.2.2 Display in full screen Full screen display (fig.4.2.2) shows a full display image on the PC. To make Fullscreen display, click [MENU] button in the Web Remote Control menu on the screen. When select [PC-LESS Presentation], then [Thumbnail] from the menu, click [ENTER] so that moves to be full-screen display. Full-screen Display Fig.4.2.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) You can display the image file with your desired size. 1) Select the DISPLAY SIZE in PC-LESS PRESENTATION Menu. 2) Press the Enter button on the remote 2% .'55 24'5'06#6+10 control or ► button on the Keypad. 6*7/$0#+. 5.+&' 5*19 &+4'%64; &+52.#; 5+<' -'; %10(+) 3) Then DISPLAY SIZE menu appears. &+52.#; 5+<' 4'#. 014/#. (7.. 4) Select your desired DISPLAY SIZE.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) 4.2.3. Slide show Slide show (fig.4.2.3) displays a full screen image and move to the next interval. Click the “SLIDE SHOW” button in Web Remote Control, then Slide show will be played. Display time can be set by the Playlist (refer to section 4.3) and menu. Full-screen Display Fig. 4.2.3 Slide show Following operations are accessible while slide show is displayed.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) You can also play the Slide show with the projector Menu. Select “SLIDE SHOW” on PC-LESS PRESENTATION Menu. And press the Enter button on the remote control or ► button on Keypad. Then Slide show will start. 2% .'55 24'5'06#6+10 6*7/$0#+. 5.+&' 5*19 &+4'%64; &+52.#; 5+<' -'; %10(+) You can play the Slide show at your desired configuration. Configure the Slide Show items in THUMBNAIL.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) 4.2.4 Directory display Directory display (Fig.4.2.4) shows saved directories and files including undisplayable files in the memory card on the tree structure. Click the “DIRECTORY” button in the Web Remote Control, then the directory tree will be displayed. While displaying directory, preview picture of selected file is shown on the top left. In case of moving picture, initial flame is displayed as preview.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) Following operations can be accessible while directory is displayed. ▲/▼ PAGE UP Moving selected item upward or downward. ► Open the closed folder. ◄ Close the folder. PAGE DOWN Show undisplayed portion if the tree display is not fit inside the screen. Remote control INPUT Keypad Play displayable file. While directory is selected, thumbnail is displayed. It is not possible to play undisplayable file.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) You can also display the directory with the projector Menu. Select “DIRECTORY” in PC-LESS PRESENTATION Menu. And press the Enter button on remote control or ► button on Keypad. Then directory will be displayed. 2% .'55 24'5'06#6+10 6*7/$0#+. 5.+&' 5*19 &+4'%64; &+52.#; 5+<' -'; %10(+) [File information display] File information display shows following information.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.2 Utilize “PC-LESS Presentation” – Advanced - (Continued) 4.2.5 “PC-LESS Presentation” error message Error message is displayed at a specific condition while “PC-LESS Presentation” mode. It appears at the bottom and the gray area of screen. Fig. 4.2.5 “PC-LESS Presentation” error message “PC-LESS Presentation” error message list Error message Error content Display mode Display in full screen and slide show File not found Displayable file does not exist.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.3 Playlist Playlist is a DOS format text file, which decides the order of displayed still image files or moving image files in the thumbnail or the slide show. Playlist file name is [imagelistdir.txt]. It is created in each folder when “PC-LESS Presentation” is displayed. The timing of playlist creation is when “PC-LESS Presentation” is displayed in the directory, which any playlist file does not exist. The playlist is created in the displayed directory.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.4 Failure & Warning Alerts via E-mail The projector can automatically send an alert to specified e-mail addresses when the projector requires maintenance or has encountered an error. NOTE • Up to five e-mail addresses can be specified. • The projector may be not able to send e-mail if the projector suddenly loses power. Mail Settings (26) To use the projector’s e-mail function please configure the following items via a web browser.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Mail Settings (Continued) 8) Configure the Failure/Warning Alerts via E-mail settings. Click [Alert Settings] on the main menu. 9) Select and configure each alert item. Refer to [Alert Settings] in [Configuring and Controlling the Projector via a Web Browser] for further information. 10) Click the [Apply] button to save the settings.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.5 Projector management via SNMP When SNMP is enabled, the projector is able to send Failure/Warning Alerts to a specified PC. NOTE • It is recommended that SNMP functions be carried out by a network administrator. • SNMP management software must be installed on the computer to monitor the projector via SNMP. SNMP settings (25) Configure the following items via a web browser to use SNMP. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.6 Controlling the Projector via Scheduling The projector can be automatically controlled via scheduling. NOTE • You can schedule the following control events: Power ON/OFF, Input Source and Transferred Image Display. • There are 3 types of Scheduling, 1) daily 2) day of the week 3) specific date. • The priority for scheduled events is as follows 1) specific date 2) day of the week 3) daily. • Up to five specific dates are available for scheduled events.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Date/Time Settings (34) The Date/Time setting can be adjusted via a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10/: 1) Enter [http://192.168.1.10] into the address bar of the web browser. Enter the Administrator ID and Password and click [Logon]. 2) Click [Date/Time Settings] on the main menu and configure each item.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Schedule Settings (32) Schedule settings can be configured from a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: 1) Enter [http://192.168.1.10/] into the address bar of the web browser. 2) Enter the Administrator ID and Password and click [Logon]. 3) Click [Schedule Settings] on the main menu and select the required schedule item. For example, if you want to perform the command every Sunday, please select the [Sunday].
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.7 e-SHOT (Still Image Transfer) Display The projector can display a still image that is transferred via the network. e-SHOT transmission requires an exclusive application for your PC. You can download it from the Hitachi web site (http://hitachi.us/digitalmedia). Refer to the manual for the application for instructions. Supported file types are JPG, BMP and PNG.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - 4.8 Command Control via the Network You can configure and control the projector via the network using RS-232C commands. Communication Port The following two ports are assigned for the command control. TCP #23 TCP #9715 NOTE • Command control is not available via communication port (TCP #9716) that is used for the e-Shot transmission function. Command Control Settings (25) Configure the following items from a web browser when command control is used.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Command Control Settings (Continued) When the authentication setting is enabled, the following settings are required. (36) 7) Click [Security Settings] on the main menu. 8) Click [Network Control] and enter the desired authentication password. * See NOTE1. 9) Click the [Apply] button to save the settings. * See NOTE2.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Command format Command formats differ among the different communication ports. TCP #23 You can use the RS-232C commands without any changes. The reply data format is the same as the RS-232C commands. However, the following reply will be sent back in the event of authentication failure when authentication is enabled.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Reply Data format The connection ID (the data is same as the connection ID data on the sending data format) is attached to the RS-232C commands reply data.
4. Utilize projector – Advanced - Automatic Connection Break The TCP connection will be automatically disconnected after there is no communication for 30 seconds after being established. Authentication The projector does not accept commands without authentication success when authentication is enabled. The projector uses a challenge response type authentication with an MD5 (Message Digest 5) algorithm. When the projector is using a LAN, a random eight bytes will be returned if authentication is enabled.
5. Troubleshooting 5. Troubleshooting Problem Likely Cause The projector is not turned on. No image Live Mode Wireless / Wired The projector that you want to connect to is nowhere to be found on the list of available projectors Can't communicate 80 Reference Page Number Is the projector's lamp on? *17 The projector's input source Is the projector switched to isn't switched to MIU. MIU? *18 The PC and/or projector's network settings are not configured correctly.
5. Troubleshooting Problem Likely Cause Live Mode Wireless / Wired Lots of The compression rate interference in being used for transferring the images the images is too high. Things to Check Reference Page Number Try setting the image compression to "High." • You may experience a drop in speed. 49 Two cursors appear Cursor of the PC and cursor of the projector are displayed coming in succession. Turn off the cursor Emulation of MIU MIU Live Viewer option.
6. Specifications 6. Specifications Item Specifications Product name Liquid crystal projector File format JPEG, PNG, BMP and MPEG4 Control software Dedicated PC application and Web browser Corresponding protocol TCP/IP, DHCP client and HTTP server Firmware OS μITORN4.0 compliance Network Wireless LAN (IEEE802.
7. Warranty and After-sales service 7. Warranty and After-sales service If a problem occurs with the equipment, first refer to the “5. Troubleshooting” (80) section and run through the suggested checks. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied.
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