Model VP-12S4 User Guide DLPTM Projector ENGLISH
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
ENGLISH FOREWORD This section must be read carefully before any connection is made to the mains supply. WARRANTY For warranty information, contact your local Marantz distributor. RETAIN YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase. It should be kept in a safe place to be referred to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Marantz.
FRANÇAIS AVANT-PROPOS Prière de lire ce chapitre avant de brancher l’appareil sur le secteur. GARANTIE Pour des informations sur la garantie, contacter le distributeur local Marantz. CONSERVER L’ATTESTATION D’ACHAT L’attestation d’achat est la preuve permanente d’un achat de valeur. La conserver en lieu sur pour s’y reporter aux fins d’obtention d’une couverture d’assurance ou dans le cadre de correspondances avec Marantz.
ESPAÑOL PROLOGO Antes de conectar el equipo a la corriente, debe leer este capítulo. GARANTIA Para obtener información acerca de la garantia póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Marantz. GUARDE SU RECIBO DE COMPRA Su recibo de compra es su prueba permanente de haber adquirido un aparato de valor, Este recibo deberá guardarlo en un lugar seguro y utilizarlo como referencia cuando tenga que hacer uso del seguro o se ponga en contacto con Marantz.
PORTUGUÊS INTRODUÇÃO Esta secção deverá ser lida antes de efectuar qualquer ligação àcorrente. GARANTIA Para informações sobre a garantia, contactar o distribuidor Marantz local. GUARDAR O RECIBO DE COMPRA O recibo é o registo permanente da compra que fez. Deve ser guardado num local seguro, para ser apresentado em questões relacionadas com o seguro ou para quando tiver de contactar a Marantz.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..................................................................................2 OPERATIONS .......................................................................................................17 Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement ....................................................................2 Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit ...................................................................................2 Caution Concerning the Setup of the Projector ...............
Caution ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Caution For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, avoid humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the projector is subjected to these environments,the lens and part of ventilation holes must be cleaned more often than usual. As long as the projector is properly maintained in this manner, use in these environments will not reduce the overall operation life.
• • • • • • • • • • • • – Digital Micromirror Device, DLP, DLP logo, DLP Medallion and DarkChip3 are trademarks of Texas Instruments. – VXP, Visual Excellence Processing and the VXP Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gennum Corporation. – All trademarked product names mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective companies. – HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
ENGLISH PROJECTOR LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW !0 ON indicator Front and Top View Lights up blue when power is ON. When power is shut OFF, the lamp flashes for about 1 minute before going out. 3 9 7 6 5 10 4 11 12 8 !1 STANDBY indicator Lights up when the power is turned off. !2 WARNING/LAMP indicator Flashes or lights up when something is wrong with the lamp cover, lamp, fan, or temperature inside the projector. For more information on the error mode, see the “Error Mode List” ( P.
Bottom View Ventilation holes Ventilation hole IR sensor Ventilation hole 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 Lamp cover Lamp cover securing screw 1 Adjustable feet 1 1 11 10 9 8 2 z AC IN (☞ P.8) Connect the supplied AC power code. x RGB IN Connect the analog RGB output from an IBM VGA or compatible equipment. c COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 and 2 Terminals 1 and 2 have each Y, P B/C B, P R/C R terminals. Connect them to the component video output of a video device, AV amp/processor, DVD player, etc.
¡4 USER 7-9 button (☞ P.18) Remote Controller ENGLISH f INPUT (Input signal select) button (☞ P.15) a s STANDBY ON PATTERN V-MUTE I MENU ¡5 ¡6 ¡7 g COMP. 1 (Component video in 1) button (☞ P.15) d Selects the device connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 jack as the input source. ENTER f g INPUT ASPECT COMP.
Operate the remote controller within a distance of approximately 5m from the IR sensor (remote sensor) on the projector. Remote control operation may not be possible if the remote control unit’s transmitter is not pointing in the direction of the remote sensor or if there is an obstruction between the transmitter and the remote sensor. 1. Take the cover off the battery case on the remote control backside.
ENGLISH CONNECTION ❖ When making connections be sure to: • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. • Securely insert the plug into the port to connect cables. Loose cables can lead to trouble and damage. ❖ When pulling out a cable: • Be sure to grab the plug, not the cable itself. Connection with Video Equipments You can connect this projector to a VCR, DVD player and other video equipment.
You can connect this projector to HD-Video /PC using RGB IN port, or DVD Plyer /Satellite /Cable Tuner /PC using HDMI IN port. 1. Connect one end of the RGB cable to the RGB IN port, or one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN port on the projector. 2. Connect the other end to the corresponding port on a HD-Video, Satellite, Cable Tuner or personal computer.
Detail Focusing ENGLISH INITIAL SETTING You can strictly focus the image with focus pattern. 1. Press the PATTERN button to project the focus pattern on the screen. Turning on the Power ☞ P.8) 1. 2. STANDBY Connect the supplied AC power cord. ( Press the ON button on the remote controller or the ON PATTERN / I button on the projector. V-MUTE The ON indicator lights up. MENU ENTER STANDBY ON PATTERN V-MUTE 2. MENU Turn the Focus ring to make an adjustment.
Adjusting the Height You can adjust the image position with the Lens Shift knob. ❖ Turn the Lens Shift knob to clockwise : The image goes up. Counterclockwise ENGLISH Adjusting the Image Position You can position the projected image by changing the height of the projector’s adjusters. 1. Move the adjuster lever to the left or right to enable adjuster changing. Carefully lift the projector. 2. Once having positioned the projector, return the adjuster lever as before to lock in place.
Recommended Setting ❖ Mounting on the ceiling ❖ Installing on a tabletop Screen Screen Screen upper end Screen upper end Range from light axis to upper end Height from installing level to light axis Screen size (vertical) Lens shift range Range from light axis to upper end Lens shift range Light axis (center) Screen size (vertical) ENGLISH INSTALLATION Light axis (center) Installing level Screen lower end Height from installing level to light axis Screen lower end Projection distance Proj
Screen Size and Projection Distance (inch) VP-12S4 ENGLISH Screen Screen size (Diagonal) Screen Screen size (Diagonal) Screen Size and Projection Distance (mm) VP-12S4 VP-12S1 VP-12S1 Projection distance 16:9 Screen Size (1.77:1 Aspect Ratio) In case of displaying the 16:9 picture on the whole of the 16:9 screen.
Lens shift position ❖ Extended mounting condition (From +170% to +200%) Screen Position (+100%) +170% 0.85H Up VP-12S4 0% (Center) VP-12S1 0.15H Up More Focus pattern color: Green +200% Screen Position +170% Focus pattern color: White ENGLISH ❖ Standard condition (From -100% to +170%) VP-12S4 0% (Center) VP-12S1 0.
• Press the ZOOM button, the NORMAL button or the FULL button on the remote controller for the 4:3 aspect ratio video source. • Press the FULL button on the remote controller for 16:9 aspect ratio video source, such as 1080i, 1035i, and 720p video systems. • Press the FULL button on the remote controller for the squeezed video source. Turning on the Power Press the ON button on the remote controller or the The ON indicator lights up. / I button on the projector.
The Screen Images in a 4:3 screen To Turn off the Power ENGLISH • Press the ZOOM button, the NORMAL button or the FULL button on the remote controller for the 4:3 aspect ratio video source. • Press the FULL button on the remote controller for 16:9 aspect ratio video source, such as 1080i, 1035i, and 720p video systems. • Press the FULL button on the remote controller for the squeezed video source. 1. 2. Press the STANDBY button on the remote controller or the / I button on the projector.
Main Menu Menu Structure Input Signal P.21 Main Menu Picture Mode P.18 Item Auto* 720p 480i/576i 1035i 480p Theater Default* / 1 / 2 / 3 1080i 540p Standard Default* / 1 / 2 / 3 1080p 576p Dynamic Default* / 1 / 2 / 3 User Picture Adjust Main Menu Item Component 1 Component 2 1* / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 480i/576i A 1035i 480p Theater B 1080i 540p Standard C 1080p 576p P.
Picture Mode How to Operate Menus ENGLISH This unit has four picture modes: Theater, Standard, Dynamic and User. The picture quality recommended by Marantz is already set for each mode. The User mode has eight gamma curves that can be chosen and saved by users. Also, the Theater, Standard and Dynamic modes three indexes for memorizing picture quality adjustments. Similarly, the User mode has nine, making a total of 18 indexes available for use.
– Gamma setting p.18) to User (1 – 9). Select “Gamma” To change the type of Gamma curve, set the Picture Mode ( and the desired gamma curve (A, B, C, D, E, Theater, Standard, Dynamic). Picture quality in each of the picture modes can be adjusted to your liking and those adjustments can be saved in memory. A B C D E Theater Dynamic User 1 Picture Adjust Gamma Fine Menu 1 Contrast 0 B Fine Menu 2 Brightness 0 C Input Signal Color 0 D RGB/HD Adjust Tint 0 Display Color Temp.
Fine Menu 1 Fine Menu 2 ENGLISH By adjusting this Fine Menu, you can make fine picture adjustment. Standard 1 Picture Adjust Cinema Auto Picture Adjust Sharpness 0 Fine Menu 1 VCR Mode On Fine Menu 1 Noise Reduction 0 Fine Menu 2 Black Level 0 IRE Fine Menu 2 R Gain 0 Input Signal FRC Input Signal G Gain 0 RGB/HD Adjust Picture Shift V 0 RGB/HD Adjust B Gain 0 Display Luminance Gain 0 Display R Bias 0 OSD/Blanking Chroma Delay 0 OSD/Blanking G Bias 0 Config.
RGB/HD Adjust Standard 1 Standard 1 Picture Adjust Component 1 Auto Picture Adjust Fine Menu 1 Component 2 Auto Fine Menu 1 Readjust Fine Menu 2 S-Video Auto Fine Menu 2 Resolution H 0 Input Signal Video Auto Input Signal Resolution V 0 RGB/HD Adjust RGB Auto RGB/HD Adjust Position H 0 Display HDMI1 Auto Display Position V 0 OSD/Blanking HDMI2 Auto OSD/Blanking Phase 0 Config. CSC HDMI1 Auto Config.
Display OSD/Blanking ENGLISH Standard 1 Standard 1 Fine Menu 1 Keystone 0 Picture Adjust Menu Position Top-L Fine Menu 2 Scale 0 Fine Menu 1 Language English Input Signal Width 0 Fine Menu 2 Status Info. Enable RGB/HD Adjust Position H 0 Input Signal Power-OFF Confirm. Enable Display Position V 0 RGB/HD Adjust Blanking Memory OSD/Blanking Installation Display Blanking Top 0 OSD/Blanking Blanking Bottom 0 Config. Blanking Left 0 Blanking Right 0 Front Config.
Standard 1 Picture Adjust Auto Power Off Enable Fine Menu 1 Trigger 2 Full On Fine Menu 2 Trigger 2 Normal On Input Signal Trigger 2 Zoom On RGB/HD Adjust Trigger 2 Through On Display Remote Control OSD/Blanking Color Temp.Calibration Config. Reset Lamp Life Notes: - To prevent misoperation, the ENTER button of the remote controller does not respond to touch when the Wired/Wireless setting is displayed. Press the ENTER button of the projector to enter the setting.
❖ Initialize the Lamp Life ENGLISH MAINTENANCE Lamp Life and Replace Lamp ❖ Lamp Life – When the lamp life becomes less than 100 hours and the unit is still on, the remaining lamp life is displayed on the screen automatically. Display the remaining lamp life by pressing the INFO. button on the remote controller. The lamp has a lamp life of 2000 hours. The projector is designed to shut OFF power if the lamp is used beyond this 2000 hours lamp life.
4. Wait at the least one hour for the lamp and lamp unit to cool down. 5. Remove the lamp cover screw. 8. Holding the handle and pull the lamp unit out toward your side. 11. Install the lamp cover back in its original position and fasten with the fastening screw. ENGLISH 3. (a) Read the caution and warning labels on the unit. Lamp cover Lamp unit A WARNING THIS COVER IS PROVIDED WITH INTERLOCK TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION.
Before pressing the ENTER button, turn the color temperature sensor over on its dark side as shown in the below figure, to prevent outside light from penetrating to the sensor’s condenser. Color Temperature Adjustment ENGLISH After replacing the lamp or in other cases where the lighting changes, color temperature can be adjusted using the color temperature sensor. In the adjustment procedure, you must first initialize the sensor itself before adjusting color temperature.
Cleaning the Lens Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure to inform a Marantz authorized service center. Use only replacement parts specified by Marantz. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. And, the warranty may not be guaranteed. TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH If the lens becomes dirty or smudged, clean it with a soft dry cloth only. Use optical lens cleaners that are approved for eyeglasses or cameras.
ENGLISH ERROR MODE WARNING/LAMP indicator, ON indicator, and STANDBY indicator diagnose error mode of the projector as follows. Indicators Error mode WARNING /LAMP ON STANDBY Possible Cause Recommendation The lamp cover is not closed properly. Close the cover correctly. OFF The lamp has failed, or the lamp is completely worn out. Replace the lamp and reset lamp life. Flashing Projector internal temperature is higher than the allowed level.
❖ Timing chart ❖ Optical characteristics ❖ General Panel 0.8 inch 16:9 1280 x 720 pixels Digital Micromirror Device Lamp Super High Pressure 200W DC Lens f: 30.7 to 44.5mm F: F3.0/F5.0 Chassis isolation Class-1 Projection size 60 to 250 inches Safety Light output 600/700 ANSI LUMEN typical (F5.0/F3.0) UL6500 CSA E60065 EN60950 EMC FCC Part-15 Class-B EN55022 Class-B Dimensions 15 15/16(W) x 18 15/16(D) x 6 1/8(H) inch 404.
GLOSSARY ❖ Top ❖ Bottom Aspect ratio 5 3/4 (145.75) 3 11/16 (93.5) 4 11/16 (110.0) Black Level (Black setup) 2 8/ ) 4 ( 6 16 5 1/4 - 5 5/16 (133.5-134.5) 18 7/8 - 18 15/16 (480 - 481) Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4 : 3. There are also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and 21 : 9. 7 5/16 (185.25) The signal level which represents black picture intensity. For NTSC system for USA, this level is 7.5IRE.
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