MERCURY 5000HD Super High Brightness Digital Video Projector User’s Manual 16:9 widescreen display
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Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Declaration of Conformity Directives covered by this Declaration 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC. 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC.
Important Information Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD RF Interference Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the side of your projector. Record it here: WARNING The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by Digital Projection in this manual.
Digital Projection Important Information MERCURY 5000HD Lamp Replacement 7. If you wish to have the projector installed on the ceiling: • To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page 9-2. a. Do not attempt to install the projector yourself. b. The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk of bodily injury. • Be sure to replace the lamp when the message "The Lamp has reached the end of its usable life.
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Table of Contents Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD 1. Introduction 1 2 3 4 7. Double Stacking and Link Mode What's in the Box? .................................................................. 1-2 Introduction to the Projector ................................................ 1-3 Getting to Know Your Projector ............................................ 1-4 Control Panel Features ............................................................... 1-6 Terminal Panel Features ..............................
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1 Introduction ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 What's in the Box? ....................................1-2 2 Introduction to the Projector ....................1-3 3 Getting to Know Your Projector ...............1-4 Control Panel Features ...................................................................................... 1-6 Terminal Panel Features ....................................................................................
1. Introduction Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD 1 What's in the Box? Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your Projector. L T S S O N O T I U S A O E L P P IX G / P M A R .
Digital Projection 1. Introduction MERCURY 5000HD 2 Introduction to the Projector This chapter introduces you to the MERCURY 5000HD high end fixed installation projector and describes key features and controls.
1. Introduction 3 Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Getting to Know Your Projector Remote control sensor Ventilation outlet Terminal panel (Left) Lens (optional) Remote control sensor Terminal panel (Right) AC INPUT Connect the supplied power cable’s three-pin plug here.
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1. Introduction Digital Projection Control Panel Features 8 9 12 13 14 1. POWER Button (ON / STAND BY)( 11 10 5 3 4 ) 6 2 7. AUTO ADJUST Button NOTE: To turn on or off the projector, press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds. 8. MENU Button When this indicator is green, the projector is on; when this indicator is orange, it is in standby or idle mode. See the Power Indicator section on page 10-3 for more details.
Digital Projection 1. Introduction MERCURY 5000HD Terminal Panel (left) Features 2 1 DVI AUDIO Input Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) This is where you connect the audio output from your computer when connected to the DVI input. A commercially available audio cable is required. 3 8 7 4. RGB OUT Connector (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin) You can use this connector to loop your computer image to an external monitor from the RGB 1 or 2 input source. 5.
1. Introduction Digital Projection Terminal Panel (right) Features 1 2 MERCURY 5000HD 6. SC. TRIGGER Mini Jack When the projector is powered ON the screen trigger output sends a low voltage trigger to the screen controller and the screen will go down. When the projector is powered OFF the screen trigger stops sending a low voltage trigger to the screen controller and the screen will go up. 3 4 NOTE: To use this feature, you must turn on the Screen Trigger function. See page 8-17.
Digital Projection 4 1. Introduction MERCURY 5000HD 1. POWER ON Press and hold this button for a minimum of two seconds to turn on the projector when the main power is supplied and the projector is in standby mode or idle mode. Remote Control Features 27 3. MENU Press to display the main menu. While pressing and holding CTL, press this button to display the Remote Control ID dialog box to specify the remote control ID. See page 7-2.
1. Introduction Digital Projection 10. UNDO Press to return the adjustments and settings to the previous condition. While pressing and holding CTL, pressing this button clears the entire menus or adjustment/setting screen. At this time the adjustments/settings are stored in memory except the items on the setting screen with "OK" and "Cancel" buttons such as the Menu and the Setup screen. 11. CANCEL Press to exit the menu.
Digital Projection 1. Introduction MERCURY 5000HD Remote Control Precautions • The remote control system may not function when direct sunlight or strong illumination strikes the remote control sensor of the main unit, or when there is an obstacle in the path. • When remote control buttons are pressed and held, projector’s function keys may not operate. • Do not subject to strong shock. • Do not allow water or other liquid to splash on the remote control.
1. Introduction Digital Projection Using the Remote Control in Wired Operation Connect one end of the supplied remote cable to the REMOTE 2 IN mini jack and the other end to the remote jack on the remote control. NOTE: Do not use this jack for anything other than intended use. Connecting the wired remote control to the SC. TRIGGER Mini Jack causes damage to the remote control.
2 Installation ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Setting Up Your Projector ........................ 2-2 Screen Size and Projection Distance .......................................................... 2-2 2 Lens Shift Adjustable Range ................... 2-4 3 Optional Lens Installation ....................... 2-5 4 Making Connections ................................ 2-6 Connecting Your PC or Macintosh ........................................................
2. Installation Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD This chapter describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources. 1 Setting Up Your Projector Your Projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: 1. Determine the image size 4. Connect the supplied power cable. 2. Set up a screen or select a non-glossy white wall onto which you can project your image. 5. Set up the projector. 3. Install the optional lens to the projector. 7.
Digital Projection 2. Installation MERCURY 5000HD Table of Throw Distances and Screen Sizes for Optional Zoom Lenses NOTE: applicable to all wide-screen formats that use the full width of the DMD™. NOTE: Actual throw distances may vary from those shown in the table below by up to +/-5%. Screen size (D) (inches) 60 67 72 80 84 90 100 120 150 180 200 210 240 250 270 300 400 zoom (001-737) zoom (001-736) 1.2 - 1.44 : 1 (inches) (m) 1.7 2.0 66 - 79 1.9 2.2 74 - 88 2.0 2.4 79 - 94 2.2 - 2.6 87 - 104 2.
2. Installation 2 Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Lens Shift Adjustable Range The diagram shows the location of the image position in the lens. The lens can be shifted within the shaded area as shown using the normal projection position as a starting point. Maximum Possible Range (for zoom lenses only: fixed lens cannot be shifted): Up: 0.5 H where H: height of projected image Down: 0.16 H Right: 0.1 W where W: width of projected image Left: 0.
Digital Projection 3 2. Installation MERCURY 5000HD Optional Lens Installation This section describes how to install the lens. Before installation * Determine the optional lens to be used to obtain a desired projection distance. There are six optional lenses available: 0.64 : 1 fixed 0.96 : 1 fixed 1.2 - 1.44 : 1 zoom 1.44 - 1.8 : 1 zoom 1.8 - 2.4 : 1 zoom 2.4 - 3.6 : 1 zoom 3.6 - 5.6 zoom part part part part part part part no. no. no. no. no. no. no.
2. Installation 4 Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Making Connections NOTE: When using with a notebook PC, be sure to connect between the projector and the notebook PC before turning on the power to the notebook PC. In most cases signal cannot be output from RGB output unless the notebook PC is turned on after connecting with the projector. * If the screen goes blank while using your remote control, it may be the result of the computer's screen-saver or power management software.
Digital Projection To connect SCART output (RGB) Before connections: An exclusive SCART adapter (ADPSC1) and a commercially available SCART cable are required for this connection. NOTE: • Audio signal is not available for this connection. • The RGB 1 IN connector does not support Plug & Play. Projector Video equipment such as DVD player Female 1. Turn off the power to the projector and your video equipment. 2.
2. Installation Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Connecting Your DVD Player Optional 15-pin-to-RCA (female) x 3 cable (ADP-CV1) RCA(female)-to-BNC(male) adapter (not supplied) Component video RCA x 3 cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) Audio Equipment DVD player Audio cable (not supplied) You can connect your projector to a DVD player with component output or Video output. To do so, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your projector and DVD player. 2.
Digital Projection 2. Installation MERCURY 5000HD Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player Video cable (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) S-video cable (not supplied) Audio equipment VCR/ Laser disc player Audio cable (not supplied) Use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect your VCR, laser disc player or document camera to your projector.
2. Installation Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Connecting to a Network With the LAN connection, you can control the projector over the network using a computer to switch the unit on/off, select the input and others. * To control the projector over the network using a computer, use the Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 contained on the User Supportware CD-ROM or the HTTP Server feature. * With the Image Express Utility 1.
Digital Projection 2. Installation MERCURY 5000HD Connecting the Supplied Power Cable Connect the supplied power cable to the projector. First connect the supplied power cable's three-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cable in the wall outlet.
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3 Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Turning on the Projector ......................... 3-2 2 Selecting a Source .................................. 3-3 3 Adjusting the Picture Size and Position .. 3-3 4 Correcting the Horizontal and Vertical Keystone Distortion (DigiScale - 3D Reform) ............................ 3-4 5 Optimizing RGB Picture Automatically .... 3-6 6 Turning Up or Down Volume ....................
3. Projecting an Image Digital Projection This chapter describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. MERCURY 5000HD languages for the menu. 2. Press the ENTER button to execute the selection. 1 Turning on the Projector NOTE: • The projector is turned on using the POWER ON button on the remote control or the ON/STANDBY button on the projector control panel.
Digital Projection 2 3. Projecting an Image MERCURY 5000HD 3 Selecting a Source Selecting the computer or video source POWER ON OFF ON 3 GHI JKL 5 MNO 6 PQR 7 STU 8 VWX 9 4 TEST OFF INPUT 2 DEF 1 ABC IMAGE/ PROJECTOR YZ/ Press the Source/Number button (0-9) to select input. 1 ...... RGB 1 input 3 ...... DVI (DIGITAL) input ADJUST KEY ST./ R AMP/ G E-LIST/ B HELP PIXEL POSI/ LENS PICT/ SHUT SOUND INFO 4 ...... VIDEO input OSD 5 ...... S-VIDEO input 6 ......
3. Projecting an Image (2) Press and hold the CTL and press the ZOOM + or - button to adjust the image size. You can also adjust the image size by using the ZOOM + or - button on the projector cabinet. FOCUS + MAGNIFY/ ZOOM - - CTL + Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Preparation (Recommended): Warm up the projector for about 60 minutes. Adjusting the Focus 1.
Digital Projection 3. Projecting an Image MERCURY 5000HD When using the remote control or cabinet buttons: 3. Press the 3D REFORM button on the projector cabinet or the KEYSTONE button on the remote control. The Cornerstone adjustment screen is displayed. The Cornerstone adjustment screen will disappear when you move the USB mouse cursor. 1. Project an image so that the screen is smaller than the area of the raster. 4. Point to one of the remaining 3 corners and left-click on it.
3. Projecting an Image Digital Projection button to select another icon which 8. Use the SELECT points in the direction. 5 MERCURY 5000HD Optimizing RGB Picture Automatically Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust Optimizing RGB image automatically Press the Auto Adjust button to optimize an RGB image automatically. [Poor picture] Screen On the Cornerstone adjustment screen, select “Exit” and then “OK”, or press the CANCEL button on the remote control. AUTO The confirmation screen is displayed.
Digital Projection 7 3. Projecting an Image MERCURY 5000HD Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector: First press the POWER (ON/STAND BY) button on the projector cabinet or the POWER OFF button on the remote control for a minimum of two seconds. The POWER indicator will glow orange. After the projector turns off, the cooling fans keep operating for 90 seconds (Cooling-off time). NOTE: You cannot turn off the projector for 1 minute immediately after turning on the projector.
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4 Convenient Features ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Turning Off the Image and Sound ........... 4-2 2 Enlarging and Moving a Picture ............... 4-2 3 Getting the On-line Help and Information 4-2 4 Using a USB Mouse .................................. 4-3 5 Using a USB HUB Function ...................... 4-3 6 Changing Background Logo .................... 4-4 7 Making Freehand Drawings on a Projected Image (ChalkBoard) .............
4. Convenient Features Digital Projection 2 1 Turning Off the Image and Sound Press the MUTE PICTURE button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound. PICT/ SHUT SOUND MERCURY 5000HD Enlarging and Moving a Picture You can enlarge the area you want up to 400 percent. To do so: OSD MUTE Press the MUTE SOUND button to turn off the sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the sound. PICT/ SHUT SOUND Press the MAGNIFY button.
Digital Projection 4 4. Convenient Features MERCURY 5000HD Operate the PC mouse using the USB mouse Using the USB Mouse Using a commercially available USB mouse gives you smooth operation. NOTE: You can select the operation mode of the USB mouse connected to the USB port of the projector. NOTE: There may be some brands of USB mouse that the projector does not support.
4. Convenient Features 6 Digital Projection 7 Changing Background Logo You can change the default background logo using the PC Card Files feature. NOTE: File size must be 256KB or less. Other file formats than JPEG and BMP are not available. 1. From the menu, select [Tools] ∅ [PC Card Files] to display a list of all the files stored in the PC card so that you can select a file you want to use as a background logo.
5 Using the Viewer ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Making the Most out of the Viewer Function ....................................... 5-2 2 Operating the Viewer Function from the Projector (playback) ................................
5. Using the Viewer Digital Projection Inserting and Removing a PC Card NOTE: • To use the Viewer, first you need to create presentation materials on your PC using the Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 contained on the supplied Projector User Supportware CD-ROM. For installation, see “6- 5 Software Installation”. For creating presentation materials, see the Slide show function on the on-line manual of the Dynamic Image Utility 2.0. • Selecting Viewer sets the audio input for DVI input.
Digital Projection 2 5. Using the Viewer MERCURY 5000HD When the tool bar is not displayed: You can use the and button on the cabinet to select folders or slides. Operating the Viewer Function from the Projector (playback) This section describes the operation for showing slides of presentation documents created using the Viewer function with the projector. It is also possible to make slides directly from the images projected with the projector. Projecting slides (Viewer) 1.
5. Using the Viewer Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Auto Play Mode If the "Auto Play" option is selected in "Viewer Options" of the menu, any given slide will start to play automatically. You can also specify Auto Play Interval between 5 and 300 seconds. Preparations: Insert the PC card into the card slot. Insert the PC card so that the end with the insertion direction arrow on the top goes in first. * Press the eject button to eject the card.
Digital Projection 5. Using the Viewer MERCURY 5000HD Deleting Captured Images Using the Delete button on the tool bar for Viewer can delete captured images. Prev Play Next Jump Stop Delete Drive Select Setup View To delete captured images: 1. Select Viewer and display a folder list of captured images. button to select the Capture folder “Cap” in the right bottom 2. Use of the screen. 3. Press the MENU button to display the tool bar. or button to select the Delete icon and press the 4.
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6 Using the Projector in a Network ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Introduction ............................................. 6-2 2 Supported Equipment .............................. 6-3 3 Equipment Connections and Settings .... 6-4 4 Software Installation ............................... 6-5 5 Starting/Exiting the Software .................. 6-6 6 Troubleshooting .......................................
6. Using the Projector in a Network Digital Projection Image Express Utility 1.0 1 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Digital Projection portable projector (hereafter referred to as "unit" or "projector"). This projector is connected to a personal computer or other equipment and clearly projects text or graphics to a screen. This projector is supplied with convenient software that allows presentations to be made more simply and effectively.
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6. Using the Projector in a Network 3 Digital Projection Equipment to Be Prepared Equipment Connections and Settings • Projector (This unit) • Personal computer When Using a Network Environment • USB cable (included with the projector) What Can Be Accomplished Connection at the Projector Side Plug the B type connector of the USB cable to the USB port [PC] (type B). • Using Image Express Utility 1.
Digital Projection 4 6. Using the Projector in a Network MERCURY 5000HD 7. Now, follow the operations described in the screen messages. When the uninstall procedure is completed, there will be a return to the "Add/Remove Programs Properties" screen. Software Installation NOTE • Windows 98 operations will be described in examples given here. • When using Windows 2000, please perform software installation/ uninstalling with "Administrators" authority.
6. Using the Projector in a Network 5 Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Exit the Software Starting/Exiting the Software Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 Start the Software Preparation: Install the software on the personal computer from the supplied CD-ROM. (Page 6-6) The software cannot be started from the supplied CD-ROM. From the [Start] menu click [Program] → [Projector User Supportware] → [Dynamic Image Utility 2.0]. Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 will start. 1. Click [Exit]. Viewer PPT Converter 2.
Digital Projection 6 6. Using the Projector in a Network MERCURY 5000HD Troubleshooting In this section, the software names have been abbreviated as follows: Dynamic Image Utility 2.0 to DIU 2.0, Viewer PPT Converter 2.0 to PPTC 2.0, and Image Express Utility 1.0 to IEU 1.0. Installation does not complete normally.
6. Using the Projector in a Network Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Projection to the screen is not possible when using the LAN environment. (DIU 2.0, IEU 1.0) Check Points Countermeasures Have LAN cards (i.e., adapters) been put into both the personal computer and the projector? Put LAN cards (i.e., adapters) into both the personal computer and the projector.
Digital Projection 6. Using the Projector in a Network MERCURY 5000HD The projector cannot be found with "General search". (IEU 1.
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7 Using Double Stacking and Link Mode ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Stacking and Connecting the Projectors 7-2 2 Adjusting and Registering Signals to Be Projected .................................................. 7-5 3 Adjusting the Lens Shift, Zoom and Focus to Clearly Display all projected patterns .... 7-5 4 Link Mode Setting .................................... 7-5 5 List of Menu Items Available in Link Mode ....................................
7. Double Stacking and Link Mode Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD 1 Stacking and Connecting the Projectors NOTE: Up to three units can be gravity stacked without external support. In some cases, however, two images will not align on the screen correctly. This will become more apparent when displaying small text and detailed graphics.
Digital Projection 7. Double Stacking and Link Mode MERCURY 5000HD Throw Distances for Optional Lenses Master projector Screen center Slave projector Throw Distance Refer to the table of throw distances in chapter 2, and ensure that the distance between the projectors and the screen is in the middle part of the recommended range for both lenses. NOTE: The optional lenses for this projector have different geometrical distortions in wide zoom and tele.
7. Double Stacking and Link Mode Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Hookup 1. Use commercially available RGB signal cables to connect the RGB output of the master projector to the RGB input of the slave projector until all the projectors are connected. 2. Next, using a commercially available, bi-directional RS-232C cable connect the PC CONTROL OUT terminal of the master projector to the PC CONTROL IN terminal of the slave projector until all the projectors are connected. 3.
Digital Projection 2 7. Double Stacking and Link Mode MERCURY 5000HD 3 Adjusting and Registering Signals to Be Projected Adjusting the Lens Shift, Zoom and Focus to Clearly Display all projected patterns 1. Display a desired input signal on the master projector. 1. Display the internal crosshatch test pattern. 2. Make adjustment to the signal, then save (register) adjustments on the master projector by pressing and holding CTL and pressing ENTRY LIST button on the remote control.
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8 Using the On-Screen Menus ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Basic Menu Operation........ 8-2 Projector Options .................................................. 8-13 2 List of Direct Button Combinations ..................... 8-3 Setup ..................................................................... 8-15 3 Menu tree ........................... 8-4 LAN Mode ..........................................................
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Customizing the Menu The Custom menu can be customized to meet your requirements. Selecting a menu item from the "Custom Menu Edit" list, allows you to custom tailor the menu items to your needs. 1 Basic Menu Operation Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 1. Select "Custom Menu Edit" to display the "Custom Menu Edit" screen.
Digital Projection 2 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD List of Direct Button Combinations CTL+ Input (1-10) Switches to any selected signal found in the Entry List. To enable this combination, you must first assign specific remote buttons for direct input selection in the Entry Edit window. CTL+ ENTER (While displaying Entry list) Displays the selected signal. CTL+ CANCEL Returns to the previous menu without closing the slidebar or dialog.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus 3 Digital Projection Menu tree NOTE: The item appears dimmed on the menu, it is unavailable.
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8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection * When selecting “PC Card”, the “Network Type” and the “WEP” setting screens appear.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Entering Alphanumeric Characters by Using the Menu Alphabet or numeric characters are used for your IP address or projector name. To enter IP Address or projector name, use the software keyboard. For using the software keyboard, see page 10-10.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Edit .............. Enables you to change source names or assign the direct key. Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Video Adjust (not available for RGB) Noise Reduction Source Name Enter a signal name. Up to 18 alphanumeric characters can be used. Input Terminal Change the input terminal. RGB1 and RGB2 are available for RGB signal; Video and SVideo are available for composite signal. Direct key You can assign specific remote keys for direct signal input selection.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD DigiView - SweetVision 3D Y/C Separation This option turns on or off the 3 dimension separation feature. NOTE: This feature is available for NTSC3.58 of Video signal only. Picture Management The SweetVision feature provides improvement of contrast using a proprietary detail enhancement technology. NOTE: This feature is not available for 480p, 576p and HDTV signals. Off ............... Turns off the SweetVision feature L o w .............
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Aspect Ratio Selecting Gamma Correction Mode or buttons to choose one mode from the seven Use the listed: Video-Lo ..... Video originated material in a Theatrical environment with low ambient light Film-Lo ......... Film originated material in a Theatrical environment with low ambient light NOTE: To ensure correct display for ALL sources, the Aspect Ratio must be set to 4:3. Graphics .....
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Option Adjust Clamp Timing Signal Level According to the signal, this function sets the detection position (i.e., clamp position) of the black level reproduction of the analog input signal. Normally this is not used. Mode 0-4 ..... Select the appropriate one. Adjust .......... This permits the video clamp position for each signal to be set.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Ref. Adjust Using DigiScale - 3D Reform This feature corrects trapezoidal distortion so that the projected image is rectangular. Two options are available for correcting procedures. You can save adjustment settings by using the 3D Reform Save option on Setup (See page 8-16). Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Position This feature adjusts the vertical position of the image when viewing video with an aspect ratio selected.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Factory Default Projector Options Menu Menu Page 1 All Data /Current Signal The Factory Default feature allows you to change adjustments and setting to the factory preset for source. All Data ........
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection Selecting Menu Display Time This option allows you to select how long the projector waits after the last touch of a button to turn off the menu. The preset choices are "Manual", "Auto 5 sec", "Auto 15 sec", and "Auto 45 sec". The "Auto 45 sec" is the factory preset. MERCURY 5000HD Menu Page 2 Manual ......... The menu can be turned off manually. Auto 5 sec ..
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Setup Page 2 Setup Setup Page 1 Selecting Projector Orientation [Orientation] This reorients your image for your type of projection. The options are: desktop front projection, ceiling rear projection, desktop rear projection, and ceiling front projection.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection Selecting Operation Mode Set the operation mode of the USB mouse connected to the USB port (MOUSE/HUB) on the projector MERCURY 5000HD Setup Page 4 Auto ............ Depending on connection of the USB port (PC) on the projector and a USB port (type A) on your PC, the USB mouse is operated in the following way: * When connecting the projector to your PC The USB mouse connected to the projector can be used as a PC mouse.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Enabling Last Memory [Last Memory] The projector stores the last signal data in memory for each input (RGB1, RGB2, DVI DIGITAL, Video, S-Video and Slot 1/2). This feature will reduce switching time between sources. If a commercially available switcher is connected, turning on this feature may cause the image to appear incorrectly. Should this happen, turn this feature off to mute the screen during switching.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection Disabling the Cabinet Buttons [Control Panel Key Lock] This option turns on or off the Control Panel Key Lock function. MERCURY 5000HD Lamp Type: The lamp type you use and its information are displayed here. The information displayed here is: Light on or off. NOTE: * This Control Panel Key Lock does not affect the remote control functions.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Link Mode Status Page LAN Mode This feature allows you to set various setting items when the projector is used on your network. Consult with your network administrator about these settings. NOTE: • Connect an Ethernet LAN cable to the LAN port (RJ-45) of the projector for network connection. • Digital Projection's optional wireless LAN card is available. For more information on inserting or ejecting a LAN card, see page 5-2.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Advanced Network Type (required for wireless only) IP Address An IP address can be automatically assigned to this projector by your DHCP server. If your network does not automatically assign IP address, ask your network administrator for an address, and then register it manually. Mode: Select communication method when using wireless LAN. Infrastructure ....................
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD WEP (for Wireless only) DHCP Select this option whether using the WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key for encryption or not. To use encryption, specify WEP key. Depending on your network environment, acquiring an IP address from a DHCP server may not be possible. Should this happen, consult your network administrator to make changes to the following settings. Disable ........ Will not turn on the encryption feature.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection LAN Mode Mail Page MERCURY 5000HD Test Mail: Send a test mail to check if your settings are correct. NOTE: If you entered an incorrect address in a test, you may not receive an Alert mail. Should this happen, check if the Recipient's Address is correctly set. NOTE: Unless any one of the "Sender's Address", "SMTP Server's Name" or "Recipient's Address 1-3" is selected, "Test Mail" is not available.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Password A password can be set for your projector to avoid operation by an unauthorized person. Delete There are two password options: one for menu and the other for logo. When a password is set, doing any one of the following four operations will display the Password input screen. For Menu: * Changing the menu to Advanced * Editing the custom menu To delete your password: 1. Highlight [Delete] and press the ENTER button.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection Security The Security function enables you to protect your projector so that the projector will not project a signal unless you enter a keyword. There is also an option to lock the projector by using a registered PC card as a protect key. Once you have registered your PC card as a protect key, you are required to insert the registered PC card into the PC card slot of the projector each time you turn on the projector.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD To delete PC card data you registered. 1. Use the SELECT button to select "Delete" and use the SELECT button to select the list window. 2. Use the SELECT delete. 3. Press the SELECT button. button to select the PC card data you wish to button to select "Delete" and press the ENTER The PC card data will be deleted.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Enabling the On or Off Timer 3. Select “Edit” and press the ENTER button to open the Edit window. 1. To execute the setting, select “Active” . 4. Set the Day, Time (24 hours format), On-Time and Off-Time using the SELECT buttons and the Software keyboard (1 thru 10). 2. Select “OK” and press the ENTER button. NOTE: When one program or more are specified, all the settings are active. NOTE: The settings will be executed in numerical order.
Digital Projection 8. Using the On-Screen Menus MERCURY 5000HD Enabling Sleep Timer ChalkBoard The ChalkBoard feature allows you to write and draw messages on a projected image. See page 4-4. NOTE: This feature is available only when using with USB mouse. Help 1. Select your desired time between 30 minutes and 16 hours: Off, 0:30, 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 8:00, 12:00, 16:00. 2. Select “Set” and press the ENTER button on the remote control. 3. The remaining time starts counting down. Contents 4.
8. Using the On-Screen Menus Digital Projection Source Information Page 2 MERCURY 5000HD Projector Information Page 2 Filter Usage, Projector Usage, Projector ID Signal Type, Video Type, Sync Type, Interlace, Direct Key Projector Information Page 3 Projector Information Displays the information for your projector such as lamp usage, filter usage, version number and others. This dialog box has three pages.
9 Routine Maintenance ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 Replacing the Lamp ................................. 9-2 2 Replacing or Cleaning the Filter .............. 9-3 3 Cleaning the Cabinet and the Lens .........
9. Routine Maintenance Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD 1 Replacing the Lamp The projector has two lamps pre-wired into one module, therefore it is not possible to replace a single lamp. After lamp 1 or lamp 2 has been operating for 1000 hours (Normal mode using the standard lamp, part number 001-742), the "Lamp" indicator on the control panel will blink red and a warning message will appear.
Digital Projection 2 9. Routine Maintenance MERCURY 5000HD 3 Replacing or Cleaning the Filter The air-filter prevents dust or dirt from getting inside the projector and should be cleaned after every 100 hours of operation (more often in dusty conditions). If the filter is dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat. NOTE: The message "Please clean the filters" will be displayed each time the projector is turned on after it has been used in excess of 168 hours.
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10 Appendix ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 USB Memory Device or USB Memory Card Reader Support ............................. 10-2 2 Troubleshooting ..................................... 10-3 3 Specifications ........................................ 10-5 4 Cabinet Dimensions ............................... 10-7 5 Pin Assignments of D-Sub RGB Input Connector ............................................... 10-7 6 Compatible Input Signal List ............
10. Appendix Digital Projection 1 USB Memory Device or USB Memory Card Reader Support The projector is compatible with either a USB memory device or USB memory card reader which supports the viewer and security features. • To use a USB memory device or USB memory card reader, connect the device to the USB port (type A). • Select one of the Drive icons in the Viewer toolbar, Capture toolbar and PC Card File setting screen. Up to four drives can be accepted.
Digital Projection 2 10. Appendix MERCURY 5000HD Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. Power Indicator Indicator Condition Blinking light Off Green blinking Orange blinking Steady light Green Orange Projector Condition 0.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF 2.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF 0.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF 2.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF Note The main power is off – The projector is getting ready to turn on. Wait for a moment.
10. Appendix Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Common Problems & Solutions Problem Check These Items Does not turn on • Check that the power cable is plugged in. See pages 1-9 and 2-11. • Ensure that the rear cover is installed correctly. See pages 1-4 and 9-2. • Check to see if the projector has overheated or the lamp has reached the end of its usable life.
Digital Projection 3 10. Appendix MERCURY 5000HD Specifications Part Number 102-834 Optical Digital Light Processor Texas Instruments DMD™, native resolution 1280 x 720 Lamp Standard Lamp (Part No. 001-742) 250 W AC x2 Lamp Life (typical) Normal mode 1500 hours Lens Options Motorized zoom and Motorized focus 0.64 : 1 fixed part no. 001-734 0.96 : 1 fixed part no. 001-735 1.2 - 1.44 : 1 zoom part no. 001-736 1.44 - 1.8 : 1 zoom part no. 001-737 1.8 - 2.4 : 1 zoom part no. 001-738 2.4 - 3.
10. Appendix Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Input Compatibility NTSC / PAL / PAL60 / SECAM / NTSC4.43, YCbCr Component, HDTV-1080I, 1080p, 720p, 480p, 480I, VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA / UXGA (with Advanced AccuBlend) Sychronization Horizontal Frequency : 15 - 100 kHz (RGB : 24 kHz or over) Range Vertical Frequency : 48 - 120 Hz Video Bandwidth RGB: 100 MHz Color Reproduction Full color, 0.5 trillion colors simultaneously Horizontal Resolution 550 TV lines : NTSC / PAL / NTSC4.
Digital Projection 4 10. Appendix MERCURY 5000HD Cabinet Dimensions All dimensions in mm and (inches) 5 Pin Assignments of D-Sub RGB Input Connector Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Signal Level Pin No. Video signal : 0.
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Digital Projection 7 10. Appendix MERCURY 5000HD REMOTE 1 Connector This connector is used for a third party external control device. Pin No.
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Digital Projection 10. Appendix MERCURY 5000HD Structure of the HTTP Server 10 Operation Using an HTTP Browser Overview The use of HTTP server functions will allow control of the projector from a web browser without the installation of special software. Please be sure to use “Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x” or a higher version for the web browser. (This device uses “JavaScript” and “Cookies” and the browser should be set to accept these functions.
10. Appendix Digital Projection MERCURY 5000HD Source Select: This switches the input connector of the projector. RGB1 ........................ Switches to the RGB 1 connector. RGB2 ........................ Switches to the RGB 2 connector. DVI(DIGITAL) ............ Switches to the DVI connector. Video ........................ Switches to the Video connector. S-Video .................... Switches to the S-Video connector. Viewer ..................... Switches to the Viewer. LAN ..........................
