E500 Projector User’s Guide
E500 Projector User’s Guide
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in Appendix D, “Service and Support,” on page D-1 and Appendix E, “Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty,” on page E-1 First Edition (June 2005) © Copyright Lenovo 2005. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS – RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS.
Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . v General safety guidelines. . . . . . . vii Service . . . . . . . . . . Power cords and power adapters . Extension cords and related devices Plugs and outlets . . . . . . Batteries . . . . . . . . . Heat and product ventilation . . CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii . vii . . . . . . viii . . . . . . viii . . . . . . viii . . . . . . ix . . . . . . ix Registering your option . . . . . . . . xi Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information. Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité. Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
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General safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center. Use only a service provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs.
Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings.
shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state. Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size.
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Preface The ThinkVision ® E500 Projector can be used for both business presentations and home entertainment and is easy to connect, use, and maintain.
If any of the items listed above are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase. Note: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it will be required to receive warranty service. For information on optional accessories for your projector, please go to http://www.lenovo.com. Attention v Avoid using the projector in dusty environments. v Do not obstruct the vent openings of the projector.
Chapter 1. Introduction The figures below show the features of the E500 projector. Figure 1-1. Front right view of projector 1 Lens/focus 2 IR receiver 3 Connectors 4 Power cord connector 5 Leveling foot 6 Elevator foot 7 Elevator foot adjuster button © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2004.
Figure 1-2.
Figure 1-3. Top view of the control buttons and LEDs on the projector. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Power (LED) Ready (LED) Keystone/Up cursor Volume/ Right cursor Enter button Keystone/ Down cursor Volume/ Left cursor Figure 1-4. Connectors Chapter 1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Audio-in RS-232 Video cable AC socket Composite video S-video USB Security slot Figure 1-5.
Chapter 2. Setting up the projector This chapter provides information on starting and shutting down the projector, adjusting the projector height and level, adjusting the zoom, focus, and keystone, and adjusting the volume. Attention Before moving the projector, be sure to power down the projector normally and disconnect the projector from the main power source. Starting and shutting down the projector Please follow the steps below to start the projector and to shut down the projector. 1.
6. If more than one input devices is connected, press the Source button repeatedly to switch among devices. 7. To turn off the projector, press the Power button. The projector prepares for shutdown, and a ″Wait a moment please...″ message appears. 8. When the ″Power off?/Press Power again″ message appears, press the Power button. The projector turns off. Note: The projector will enter a cool down mode, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds.
Positioning the projector To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Following are some general guidelines: v Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The projector must be at least 1.5 m (4.9 ft) from the projection screen. v Position the projector within 2.7 m (9 ft) of your power source and within 1.
Figure 2-1. Table 2-1. Diagonal screen size Image Width Image height Distance from center of lens to bottom of image (m/in.) (m/ft) (m/ft) (m/ft) 1 1.10/43.3 .88/2.88 .66/2.16 1.5/4.92 2 1.47/57.8 1.17/3.83 .88/2.88 2/6.56 3 1.76/69.3 1.4/4.59 1.1/3.6 2.4/7.87 4 2.06/81.1 1.64/5.38 1.23/4.03 2.8/9.18 5 2.35/92.5 1.87/6.13 1.41/4.62 3.2/10.5 6 2.65/104.3 2.11/6.92 1.58/5.18 3.6/11.81 7 2.94/115.7 2.34/7.67 1.76/5.77 4/13.12 8 3.23/127.2 2.57/8.43 1.94/6.
3. Use the Keystone buttons (shown below) to correct image-trapezoid effect. The keystone control appears on the display. Adjusting the volume To adjust the volume, follow the steps below. 1. Press the Volume +/- buttons on the projector or the remote control. The volume control appears on the OSD. 2. Use the Volume +/- buttons to adjust the level. The volume buttons on the projector and remote control are shown below. 3. Press the Mute button (on the remote control only) to turn off the volume.
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Chapter 3. Connecting devices to the projector This chapter provides information on connecting devices to the E500 Projector. Connecting devices Computers and video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Check the user’s manual of the connecting device to confirm that it has the appropriate output connector.
Note: USB mouse function is only supported with Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
Chapter 4. Using the projector features This chapter provides information on using the remote control, audio, keypad buttons, and other projector features. Using the remote control The remote uses two provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the back of the remote, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover.
Inserting the remote control batteries When using the remote control for the first time, install the batteries that were supplied. Follow the steps below for inserting new batteries into your remote control. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow, as shown. 2. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of the polarity (+/-), as shown. 3. Replace the cover, as shown. Note: v Only use AAA alkaline batteries.
Operating range The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector. It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 10 m (33 ft) and 30° above or below the projector level. If the projector does not respond to the remote control, move a little closer. Note: You can also point the remote at the projected image.
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Chapter 5. On-Screen Display menu controls This projector has an On-Screen Display that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Note: You must have a display on the screen in order to access the OSD. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD. The following sections show the menu options in the OSD.
3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down in the Quality menu. The following table shows the options that you will see in the Quality menu and the default. Item Description Default Brightness Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the brightness. 50 Range: 0 to 100 Contrast Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the contrast. 50 Range: 0 to 100 Sharpness Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the display sharpness.
Item Description Default Gamma Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the gamma correction of the display. PC Input Gamma Brightness Color Space PC 2.2 High MAC 1.8 High Video 2.4 Low Chart 2.2 Low B&W 2.4 High Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the color space. Auto Range: Auto, RGB, YpbPr YCbCr Cancel Resets all Quality item setting to default value N/A Chapter 5.
Properties menu Follow the steps below to access the Properties menu. 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the cursor left/right button to move into the Properties menu. 3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down within the Properties menu. The following table show the options that you will see in the Properties menu and the default. Item Description Default Horizontal Position Press the cursor left/right button to move the image left or right.
Advanced Feature menu Follow the steps below to access the Advanced Feature menu. 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the cursor left/right button to move into the Properties menu. 3. Press the cursor up/down button to select Advanced Feature. 4. Press the Enter button to open the Advanced Feature menu. 5. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down within the Advanced Feature menu.
2. Press the cursor left/right button to move to the Options menu. 3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down in the Options menu. The following table shows the options that you will see in the Options menu and the default. Item Description Default Blank Screen Press the cursor left/right button to select a background color for blank screen. Blue Range: Black, Red, Green, Blue, White Auto Source Press the cursor left/right button to enable or disable automatic source detection.
Setup menu Follow the steps below to access the Setup menu. 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the cursor left/right button to move to the Setup menu. 3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down in the Setup menu. The following table shows the options that you will see in the Setup menu and the default. Item Description Default Video Type Press the cursor left/right button to select the video Auto standard.
Item Description Default Frequency Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the A/D Auto detected sampling clock. Frequency is only active when the input source is Analog RGB. Range: 0 to 100 Tracking Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the A/D Auto detected sampling number. Tracking is only active when the input source is Analog RGB. Range: 0 to 100 Cancel Resets Video Type, Video AGC, and Projection to default values.
Item Description Lamp Hours Number of hours the lamp has been in use Lamp Mode Press the cursor left/right button to select Lamp mode: v Normal v Eco Lamp Hour Reset After replacing the lamp, this item should be reset. Chapter 5.
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Appendix A. Maintenance This chapter provides information on projector maintenance. Cleaning the lens To clean the lens, complete the following procedure: 1. Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. Note: Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and do not apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2. Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion.
3. Remove the two screws from the lamp module as shown. 4. Lift the module handle up as shown. 5. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module as shown. 6. Reverse steps 1 through 5 to install the new lamp module.
Attention This product contains a Metal Arc Lamp, which contains Mercury. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances and regulations. The USA restricts or prohibits the disposal of some or all lamps containing mercury in the municipal waste stream. Please visit www.lamprecycle.org for more information on specific state disposal requirements and recycling facilities.
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Appendix B. Troubleshooting The following table provides troubleshooting information for the projector. In some cases, more than one possible solution is provided. Try the solutions in the order they are presented. When the problem is solved, you can skip the additional solutions. Table B-1. Troubleshooting Problem Solution No image appears on the screen. v Verify the settings on your notebook or desktop PC v Turn off all equipment and power up again in the correct order. The image is blurred.
Table B-1. Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Solution The lamp goes off. v Power surges can cause the lamp to turn off. Press the Power button twice to turn off the projector. When the Lamp Ready LED is on, press the Power button. v Replace the lamp module. v Put the old lamp back in the projector and have the projector serviced. The projector does not respond to v Direct the remote control towards the remote sensors the remote control. on the projector.
Table B-3. Power LED error messages (continued) Power LED number of flashes Explanation 6 Fan error. Refer to Lamp-ready LED to determine which fan. 7 Lamp cover open 8 DLP driver error. Appendix B.
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Appendix C. Specifications Following are specifications for the E500 Projector. Temperature (operating) 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F) at sea level -10° to 60° C(14° to 140° F) (non-operating) Altitude (operating) 3,048 m (0 to 10,000 ft) Altitude (non-operating) 12,192 m (0 to 40,000 ft) Humidity (operating) 5% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing Humidity (non-operating) 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions (W x D x H) 280 x 205 x 97 mm (11.0 x 8.1 x 3.8 in.) Weight 2.
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Appendix D. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. Online technical support Online technical support is available during the life of your product through the Personal Computing Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/think/support.
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Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty LSOLW-00 05/2005 Part 1 - General Terms This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms, Part 2 Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by Lenovo Group Limited or one of its subsidiaries (called ″Lenovo″) in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale.
Lenovo does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a Machine. Any technical or other support provided for a Machine under warranty, such as assistance with "how-to" questions and those regarding Machine set-up and installation, is provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. How to Obtain Warranty Service Warranty service may be provided by Lenovo, IBM, your reseller if authorized to perform warranty service, or an authorized warranty service provider.
Your Additional Responsibilities Before your Service Provider exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service. You also agree to: 1. ensure that the Machine is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that prevent its exchange; 2. obtain authorization from the owner to have your Service Provider service a Machine that you do not own; and 3. where applicable, before service is provided: a.
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Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled exclusively by the Federal Courts of Mexico City, Federal District. PARAGUAY Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence: Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled exclusively by the courts of the city of Asuncion.
Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section: Where Lenovo is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, Lenovo’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by Lenovo pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Limited Warranty, the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
PHILIPPINES Limitation of Liability: Item 3 in the fifth paragraph is replaced by the following: SPECIAL (INCLUDING NOMINAL AND EXEMPLARY DAMAGES), MORAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; OR Arbitration: The following is added: under this heading Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Metro Manila, Philippines in accordance with the laws of the Philippines then in e
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Wallis & Futuna all disputes arising out of this Statement of Limited Warranty or related to its violation or execution, including summary proceedings, will be settled exclusively by the Commercial Court of Paris; 5) in Russia, all disputes arising out of or in relation to the interpretation, the violation, the termination, the nullity of the execution of this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be settled by Arbitration Court of Moscow; 6) in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland, both of us agree t
Spango Valley Greenock Scotland PA16 0AH CONSUMERS Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties provided in this Statement of Limited Warranty. AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, ITALY, NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, PORTUGAL, SPAIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1.
AUSTRIA The provisions of this Statement of Limited Warranty replace any applicable statutory warranties. What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for a Lenovo Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications.
The second paragraph does not apply. What Lenovo Will Do to Correct Problems: The following is added to this section: During the warranty period, transportation for delivery of the failing Machine to Lenovo or IBM service will be at Lenovo’s expense. Limitation of Liability: The following paragraph is added to this section: The limitations and exclusions specified in the Statement of Limited Warranty will not apply to damages caused by Lenovo with fraud or gross negligence and for express warranty.
circumstances is Lenovo, its suppliers, resellers or Service Providers liable for any of the following, even if Lenovo or they were informed of the possibility of such losses: 1. loss of, or damage to, data; 2. special, indirect, or consequential loss; or 3. loss of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings.
2. special, indirect, or consequential loss; or 3. loss of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings. Part 3 - Warranty Information This Part 3 provides information regarding the warranty applicable to your Machine, including the warranty period and type of warranty service Lenovo provides. Warranty Period The warranty period may vary by country or region and is specified in the table below. NOTE: ″Region″ means either Hong Kong or Macau Special Administrative Region of China.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. return is required, 1) return instructions and a container are shipped with the replacement CRU, and 2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement. On-site Service Your Service Provider will either repair or exchange the failing Machine at your location and verify its operation. You must provide suitable working area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the Lenovo Machine.
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Appendix F. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment.
Appendix G. Electronic emissions notices The following information refers to the ThinkVision E500 Projector. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
EU-EMC Directive (89/336/EG) EN 55022 class B Statement of Compliance Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse B EU-Richtlinie zur ElektromagnetischenVerträglichkeit Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 89/336/EWG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten. und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse B ein.
membres relatives à la compatibilité électromagnétique. Lenovo décline toute responsabilité en cas de non-respect de cette directive résultant d’une modification non recommandée du produit, y compris l’ajout de cartes en option non Lenovo. Ce produit respecte les limites des caractéristiques d’immunité des appareils de traitement de l’information définies par la classe B de la norme européenne EN 55022 (CISPR 22).
Japanese statement of compliance for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase G-4 E500 Projector: User’s Guide
Part Number: 73P4957 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 73P4957
