Owners Manual Projector 205

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Contents

Using the Gateway 205 Projector....................................1

Features...........................................................2

Projectorfront ......................................................3

Projectorback ......................................................4

Projectortop .......................................................6

Projectorbottom ....................................................8

Cables ............................................................9

Remotecontrol ....................................................11

Remotefront ...................................................12

Remoteback ...................................................14

Settinguptheprojector ..............................................16

Connectingcomponents .............................................17

Connectingtoyourcomputer ......................................17

ConnectingtoaDVDplayerorVCR ................................19

Connectingtoasatellitedish ......................................21

Operatingtheprojector ..............................................22

Startingtheprojector ............................................22

OSDoptions ...................................................23

Shuttingdowntheprojector .......................................26

Maintainingtheprojector .............................................27

Changingthelampmodule........................................ 27

Cleaningtheprojector............................................30

Accessories .......................................................31

Troubleshooting ....................................................32

Firststeps .....................................................32

Commonproblemsandsolutions ...................................33

LEDstatus.....................................................35

On-screenstatusmessages .......................................35

Specifications......................................................36

Displaysizechart ...............................................37

Timingchart ...................................................38

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information .........................39

Summary of content (46 pages)

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Contents Using the Gateway 205 Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Projector front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Projector back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Projector top . .
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Read this guide to find out how to: ■ Use the projector safely ■ Use the remote control ■ Set up and connect the projector ■ Start and turn off the projector ■ Use the On-screen display (OSD) menus ■ Replace the lamp module ■ Troubleshoot typical hardware problems 1
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Features The Gateway 205 is a high-resolution projector with: ■ Compact, lightweight design ■ Full-function remote including laser pointer and mouse controls ■ 16 million-color display capability ■ Ultra-high brightness projection lamp ■ High-quality manual zoom lens ■ On-screen display (OSD) menus for easy adjustment ■ One-button AUTO adjust for best display image ■ Easy Keystone correction for distorted images ■ Component video compatibility Before using
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Projector front Projector front Infrared remote Projection sensor lens Adjustor-foot release button Item Icon Description Infrared remote sensor Picks up the signal from the remote control. Projection lens Projects the image on the screen. Adjustor-foot release button Press to release the adjustor-foot. For more information, see “Setting up the projector” on page 16. www.gateway.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Projector back USB port Video port PC/HD port S-Video port Infrared remote sensor AC Power connector Kensington lock 4 www.gateway.
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Projector back Item PC/HD port Icon Description PC: Plug the video cable from your computer into this port. See “Connecting to your computer” on page 17. HD: Plug a component video cable into this port. For more information, see “Connecting to a satellite dish” on page 21. USB port Plug the USB cable into this port so you can use the remote control as a mouse. Video port Plug the video connector from a composite video cable into this port.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Projector top Lens adjustment wheels Power indicator POWER button Lamp indicator SOURCE button AUTO button BLANK button 6 www.gateway.
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Projector top Item Icon Description Power indicator Displays power status. For more information, see “LED status” on page 35. Lens adjustment wheels Manually focus or zoom the display image. Lamp indicator Displays lamp status. For more information, see “LED status” on page 35. POWER button Press to turn the power off and on. AUTO button Press to automatically adjust the display image to the best settings for the video input source.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Projector bottom Lamp access panel Item Icon Adjustor-foot Description Lamp access panel Remove the two screws to access the lamp bay. For more information, see “Changing the lamp module” on page 27. Adjustor-foot Press the button on the front of the projector to release the adjustor-foot. For more information, see “Setting up the projector” on page 16. 8 www.gateway.
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Cables Cables The projector comes with several cables so you can connect to your computer or other video component. See “Connecting components” on page 17. Important Cable The Gateway 205 does not support internal audio. You must use an external audio source, such as the speakers with your computer, to receive an audio signal. Description AC power cable. Use this cable to connect the projector to a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. VGA cable.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Cable Description Composite video cable. Use this cable to connect a video component, such as a DVD player or VCR, to the projector. The video signal is carried through a single video (yellow) connection. The two additional connectors carry the left (white) and right (red) channel audio signals to an audio receiver. S-Video cable. Use this cable to connect a video component, such as a DVD player or VCR, to the projector.
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Remote control Remote control The infrared remote sensors are located on the front and back of the projector. The distance between the sensors and remote control should not exceed 29.5 feet (9 meters) for the remote control to function correctly. To insert batteries in the remote control: 1 2 3 Remove the battery compartment cover. Insert two AA batteries into the battery compartment. Make sure that the + and – symbols match the + and – symbols inside the battery compartment.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Remote front POWER button MENU button SOURCE button R-Mouse button L-Mouse button Enter button Joystick AUTO button BLANK button LASER button 12 www.gateway.
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Remote control Item Description POWER Press to turn the projector on and off. SOURCE Press to view the current video input source and switch between video input sources. L-Mouse Mouse active: Use as the left mouse button. Zoom active: Increase the size of the display image. Joystick OSD active: Move up and down to highlight OSD sub-menus and left and right to adjust OSD options. OSD inactive: Move the cursor within the display image. Zoom active: Move within the zoomed display image.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Remote back MOUSE DRAG button STILL button RESIZE button KEYSTONE buttons ZOOM buttons 14 www.gateway.
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Remote control Item Description STILL Press to freeze the display image. RESIZE Press to scale the display image up one size, or back down to the original size. MOUSE DRAG Press to activate mouse drag, click on the object that you want to move, then use the joystick to move the object around in the display image. KEYSTONE Press the press the button to correct a display image that is wider at the top, and button to correct a display image that is wider at the bottom.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Setting up the projector To set up the projector: 1 Place the projector on a sturdy cart or table close to other components you plan to connect to the projector and an electrical outlet. 2 3 Point the projector lens towards a blank wall or projection screen. Press the button on the front of the projector to release the adjustor-foot so you can adjust the tilt angle of the projector.
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Connecting components Connecting components You can connect the projector to your computer, DVD player or VCR, and satellite dish receiver. To connect the projector to a DVD player or VCR, go to “Connecting to a DVD player or VCR” on page 19. To connect the projector to a satellite dish, go to “Connecting to a satellite dish” on page 21.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector 2 18 If you want to use the remote control as a mouse, plug the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the projector, then plug the other end into a USB port on the back of your computer. www.gateway.
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Connecting components Connecting to a DVD player or VCR If you are using composite video to connect the DVD player or VCR, follow these instructions. If you are using S-Video to connect the DVD player or VCR, go to “To connect the projector to a DVD player or VCR using S-Video:” on page 20.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector To connect the projector to a DVD player or VCR using S-Video: 20 1 Plug the S-Video cable connector into the S-Video port on the back of the projector, then plug the other end into the S-Video port on the back of the DVD player or VCR. 2 Plug the red and white connectors from a composite video cable into the corresponding ports on the back of the DVD player or VCR, then plug the red and white connectors on the other end to the corresponding ports on an audio receiver.
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Connecting components Connecting to a satellite dish To connect the projector to a satellite dish: 1 Plug the component cable connector into the PC/HD port on the back of the projector, then plug the green, blue, and red connectors on the other end into the corresponding ports on the back of the satellite dish receiver.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Operating the projector After you have connected all components to the projector, you are ready to begin using the projector. Starting the projector To start the projector: 1 Press the POWER button. The power LED turns on. 2 Turn on the connected components. After all components are running, allow about 30 seconds for the display image to appear. If the power LED is not green or you do not see a display image, check the connections.
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Operating the projector OSD options This projector features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other display settings. Use the remote control to access all OSD functions. ■ SOURCE Press to view the current video input source and switch between video input sources. ■ MENU Press to view the OSD. Press again to exit. ■ Joystick Move the joystick up and down to highlight OSD options, or left and right to adjust OSD options.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector OSD menus OSD Menu Description VIDEO Contrast. Adjusts the contrast of the display image. Brightness. Adjusts the brightness of the display image. You may need to readjust brightness after the projector has warmed up. Color. Increases the color range of the display image. - OR - This option is not available when connected to your computer. Tint. Increases the red or blue tint of the display image. This option is not available when connected to your computer.
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Operating the projector OSD Menu Description SPECIAL Source. Shows the current video input source and switches between available video input sources. Language. Changes the language of the OSD menu. Choose between English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. Flip Horizontal. Flips the display image so it can be viewed correctly when the projector is set up for rear screen projection. Flip Vertical.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Shutting down the projector To shut down the projector: 1 2 Turn off all connected components. 3 Press the POWER button again to turn off the projector. Press the POWER button on the projector. A warning message appears. Warning 4 Wait until the fan stops, then disconnect the power cable. Important 26 The projector needs a 90-second cool-down period. Do not disconnect the power cable until the fan stops, or you may damage the projector.
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Maintaining the projector Maintaining the projector The only user-replaceable part in the projector is the lamp module. Contact Gateway Technical Support for any additional service or repair. Warning To prevent electric shock, do not open the projector case. There are no user-replaceable parts inside. Contact Gateway Technical Support for service or repair.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector 5 Remove the two lamp access panel screws, then remove the lamp access panel. Screws 6 Remove the lamp module retaining screw. Screw 28 www.gateway.
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Maintaining the projector 7 Unsnap the lamp removal handle, then lift the lamp module straight up out of the lamp bay. 8 Gently press the new lamp module into the lamp bay. The lamp module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction. If the lamp module does not fit, make sure that the cable connections line up with the connectors in the lamp bay. 9 10 Replace the lamp module retaining screw. Replace the lamp bay access panel, then replace the access panel screws. www.gateway.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector 11 12 Turn the projector over. Connect the power cable and all external cables. To reset the lamp timer: 1 Press the POWER button on the top of the projector twice, a warning message appears. 2 Press the AUTO and BLANK buttons at the same time. A lamp hour icon will appear on the screen. 3 Press the AUTO button to reset the lamp timer. Cleaning the projector Keeping the projector clean and the vents free from dust helps keep it performing at its best.
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Accessories Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using the projector. To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at accessories.gateway.com. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for accessories or supplies. Ceiling mount kits Gateway has ceiling mounting kits available that let you mount the projector to the ceiling.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Troubleshooting Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot the projector problem if: Power cable or plug are damaged Liquid has been spilled into the projector ■ The projector was dropped ■ The projector case was damaged Instead, unplug the projector and contact a qualified service technician.
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Troubleshooting Common problems and solutions No power ■ Make sure that the power cable is connected to the projector and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ Wait 90 seconds after the projector fan stops before starting the projector again. No picture ■ Press the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the correct video input source. For more information, see “Remote front” on page 12. ■ Make sure that all components are connected correctly and securely.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Display image is wider on the top or bottom ■ Press the KEYSTONE buttons on the remote control to adjust the display image. For more information, see “Remote back” on page 14. ■ Reposition the projector to get a better angle on the projection screen. Display image is poor or blurred ■ If the projector is connected to your computer, press the AUTO button on the remote control to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings.
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Troubleshooting LED status Power LED Lamp LED Problem Possible Cause Flashing orange Red Fan On error The fan is not running. Green Orange Lamp Case Open error The lamp access panel is closed. Orange Orange Lamp On error The lamp is not on. Orange Flashing orange Lamp Time Over error The lamp module has been in operation between 1400 hours and 1500 hours. Red Orange Lamp Time Over error The Lamp module has been in operation over 1500 hours. Replace lamp module.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Model GW205 Resolution 800 × 600 SVGA Display system 1-chip DMD Lens F-number F/2.4 Lamp 150 W NSH lamp Power supply AC 100 ~ 240 V, 3 A, 50/60 Hz (automatic) Power consumption 250 W (max.) Dimensions (W × H × D) 9.76 × 2.32 × 6.69 inches (248 × 59 × 170 mm) Weight 3 lbs (1.
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Specifications Display size chart Display Size (Maximum) Diagonal A. Width C. Height L. Projection Distance 33.4 in. (84.8 cm) 26.7 in. (67.9 cm) 20.1 in. (50.9 cm) 44.5 in. (113.0 cm) 35.6 in. (90.5 cm) 66.8 in. (169.7 cm) Display Size (Minimum) Diagonal B. Width D. Height 4.92 ft. (1.5 m) 25.7 in. (65.28 cm) 20.6 in. (52.2 cm) 15.4 in. (39.2 cm) 26.7 in. (67.9 cm) 6.56 ft. (2 m) 34.3 in. (87.12 cm) 27.4 in. (69.6 cm) 20.6 in. (52.2 cm) 53.4 in. (135.7 cm) 40.1 in. (101.8 cm) 9.
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Using the Gateway 205 Projector Timing chart Resolution Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Remark 640 × 350 31.5 kHz 70.1 Hz 640 × 400 37.9 kHz 85.1 Hz 720 × 400 31.5 kHz 70.1 Hz 720 × 400 37.9 kHz 85.1 Hz VESA 640 × 480 31.5 kHz 60.0 Hz VESA 640 × 480 35.0 kHz 66.7 Hz Macintosh 640 × 480 37.9 kHz 72.8 Hz VESA 640 × 480 43.3 kHz 85.0 Hz VESA 800 × 600 35.2 kHz 56.3 Hz VESA 800 × 600 37.9 kHz 60.3 Hz VESA 800 × 600 48.1 kHz 72.2 Hz VESA 800 × 600 46.9 kHz 75.
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Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information A Important safety information The Gateway projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed. Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to the Gateway projector.
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Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Setting up the projector ■ Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operate the projector. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. ■ Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator. ■ Set up the projector on a stable work surface. ■ The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
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Regulatory compliance statements Regulatory compliance statements United States of America Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device 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 a residential installation.
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Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Canada Industry Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.
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Notices Notices Copyright © 2003 Gateway, Inc. All Rights Reserved 14303 Gateway Place Poway, CA 92064 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically.
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Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 44 www.gateway.