INTRODUCTION Good tools are essential for creating successful presentation. This projector allows you to project SVGA full-color images and video onto a large screen from 28" ~ 300” either for presentation or home entertainment, and is compatible with three video sources. For example, the projectors can be connected simultaneously to one PC or one Mac with D-SUB interfaces; to any video equipment that has a common video source; or to an audio source.
Safety Instructions Three symbols as below shown will be used throughout the manual to remind you when to operate or repair this projector: Attention: Extra tips or useful indications Caution: Steps against damages to your equipment Warning: Steps to avoid personal injury The following are Safety Instructions that should be followed strictly when setting up and utilizing the projector: Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions.
Never overload wall sockets, extension sockets and multiple socket powerstrips, as this may result in sparks or fire. Make sure that the projector is placed properly so that no one will step on the power cord or its cables because this may damage or cause fraying. Turn off the power of the projector and unplug its power cable from the wall socket before cleaning. Use a damp cloth and avoid using liquid or aerosol cleaners. Make sure not to block the openings or slots on the projector.
Transporting the Projector Please follow strictly the steps below when transporting the projector because it contains many components that are made of glass and precision technology. When transporting to a service center: Use the original packing. If you did not keep the original carton, use an equivalent carton and put enough cushion inside for protection. When transporting for business use: Put the projector in the original carrying case or bag, then pack it in a secure box with cushioning.
Table of Contents ………………………………………………….………8 Unpacking the Projector………………………………………………….…….…9 Setting Up the Projector……………………………………………………..……10 Connecting to a Computer……………………………………………….………12 Connecting to a Desktop Computer……………………………….………12 Connecting to a Notebook………………………………………….….……13 Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop Computer………………….….……14 Connecting to a Macintosh PowerBook…………………………...………15 Connecting to a Set-top Box……………………………………………...………16 Connecting to a Video Source…………………………………………...
Miscellaneous………………………………………………………………………35 Input Select………………………………………………………………….………36 Video……………………………………………………………………………36 Save……………………………………………………………………….……37 Keystone………………………………………………………………….……37 Volume…………………………………………………………………………37 Projection Mode………………………………………………………….……37 Mouse………………………………………………………………………..…38 Language………………………………………………………………………38 ……………………………………………………….…39 Cleaning the Lens…………………………………………………………………40 Cleaning the Projector Case…………………………………………………..
Optical……………………………………………………………………………......50 Projector lamp……………………………………………………………....………50 Mechanical (with lens and feet)……………………………………………......…51 Electrical…………………………………………………………………………......51 Environmental…………………………………………………………………........51 Support Modes…………………………………………………………………...…52 Computer In and Monitor Connector Pin Assignments…………………….…53 …………………………....
INSTALLATION This section provides details on unpacking and setting up the projector, as well on connecting your projector with other equipment.
Unpacking the Projector Check immediately that your have the following components after unpacking your projector: One Projector One Lens Cover One Users’ Manual One Quick Start Guide One Remote Control Two AAA type batteries One Power Cord One Computer Cable One Control Cable One Audio Cable One RCA Video signal Cable (Yellow) One RCA Audio signal Cable (Red, White) One S-Video signal Cable Note: Not all of the items above may be required for your particular computer system.
Setting up the Projector 1. Place the projector on a sturdy, flat surface within 6 feet of a computer or video source (e.g., video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera, or laser disk player). 2. Place the projector at a qualified distance from the screen so as to project the desired screen size. Refer to the following chart for suitable distances to keep. 3. Adjust the projector so as to keep the lens at right angles to the screen.
6. Install two AAA type batteries (included with your packing) as shown in the diagram. Make sure that the battery polarities in the remote are correctly positioned. 7. Slide back the battery compartment cover. Please pay attention when replacing batteries: VX2.p65 Do not mix used and new batteries. Do not recharge used batteries or expose them to fire or water. Replace new batteries as soon as possible after the old batteries have run out of power.
Connecting To A Computer This projector can be connected to a computer with the following video signals: VGA, SVGA and XGA. Computers that are compatible with this projector include: IBM desktop PC or compatible. IBM notebook or compatible. Apple Macintosh desktop computer, including the following: Macintosh Quadra®, Macintosh Centris®, and Power Macintosh®. Any Apple PowerBook with video-out capability, including the following series: 160, 165, 180 and 500 series PowerBook.
If the functions of the wireless mouse on the Remote Control need to be operated, please make the following connections to each signal cable according to the steps numbered 4 ~ 6 below: 4. 5. 6. Connect the control cable to the Control port of the projector. Remove the computer mouse cable. Connect the PS/2 mouse connector of the control cable to the PS/2 port of the computer.
1. Connect either end of the Computer Cable to the Computer In port of the projector, then connect the other end of the Computer Cable to the Monitor Out port of the notebook. If the functions of the wireless mouse on the Remote Control need to be operated, please make the connections to each signal cable according to steps 2 and 3 below: 2. 3. Connect the Control Cable to the Control port of the projector. Connect the PS/2 Mouse connector of the Control Cable to the PS/2 mouse port of the notebook.
6. 7. Connect the other end of the Computer Cable to the Computer In port of the projector. If necessary, connect the Mac monitor to the Computer Out port of the projector. If the functions of the wireless mouse on the Remote Control need to be operated, please make the connections to each signal cable according to steps 8 to 10 below: 8. 9. Connect the Control Cable to the Control port of the projector.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Set the DIP switches of the Mac adapter in accordance with the desired resolution (i.e. 19” mode) Connect one end of the Mac Adapter to the PowerBook Monitor Out port. Tighten all connector screws to ensure secure connections. Connect the other end of the Mac Adapter to the Computer Cable. Connect the other end of the Computer Cable to the Computer In port of the projector.
Connect either end of the Computer Cable to the Computer In port of the projector. Then, connect the other end of the Computer Cable to the Monitor Out port of the Set-top Box. Note: This projector is compatible with ATSC broadcast systems. (U.S.A., Canada, S. Korea, Taiwan, Argentina) Note: The ATSC broadcast system uses the AC-3 sound decoding mode. For the best audio quality, we do not recommend connecting the audio signal with the projector.
Connecting to a Video Source The following procedures can be used to make connections to a video tape deck, camcorder, laser disc player or any other compatible video image source of the projector. The projector can receive composite video signals, S-Video signals and Component Video signals. If the video source has an RCA video jack, it receives composite video signals. If the video source has an S-Video jack, it receives S-Video signals.
VX2.p65 3. For S-Video, insert one end of the S-Video Cable into the S-Video jack of the projector. Insert the other end of the S-Video Cable into the video-out jack on the S-Video source. (An adapter is needed if the S-Video source has a larger S terminal.) 4.
Connecting to an Audio Source The projector has two types of inputs for audio: one single-jack input for a computer and a two-jack input for the video audio. The video audio source input has an L jack that controls the left speaker and an R jack that controls the right speaker. If a video audio source is connected with only one plug, connect it to the L Audio In jack. Connection of an audio cable from a computer source 1. 2. 3. Shut off the projector and computer source if they are on.
Connecting to an External Speaker Although the internal speakers of the projector are enough for most small-size or medium-size rooms, an external speaker can be connected to achieve the best results for large room presentations. Connecting the projector to an external speaker: VX2.p65 1. 2. Check to ensure that both the projector and all sources are turned off. Connect the 3.5 mm stereo mini-plug of the Audio Cable to the Audio Out jack of the projector. 3.
HOW TO OPERATE THIS PROJECTOR This VX2.p65 chapter provides the following information on using your projector.
Turning the Equipment On and Off Turn on the projector and any video players in the following sequence: 1. Video Signal Source equipment 2. Audio Signal Source equipment (If it is different from a computer or video signal source) 3. Projector 4. External Speaker 5. Computer Remove the lens cover before the projector is turned on. When the power source is connected, the Power Led Indicator will first blink for a few seconds and will be fully lit when the connection of the power source is completed.
How to Adjust the Projected Image The Focus and Zoom Functions When an image is displayed on the screen, first examine whether the image is focused, and whether it is located on the screen accurately. To focus the display image, you may adjust the Focus Ring by turning left or right. The Focus Ring is fixed on the outer rim of the projector lens. To enlarge or minimize the screen size, adjust the Zoom Ring by turning left or right to project the desired screen size.
VX2.p65 Press the AUTO key when the image is displayed in a WINDOWS-like screen of a computer. Sometimes a certain computer input signal may not be able to match the functions set up by the AUTO key, and the OSD Menu must be utilized for further adjustments.
How to Operate this Projector Generally, the remote control will be used to control the projector.
The Buttons on the Operation Panel of the Projector & their Functions Buttons POWER MENU SOURCE AUTO MUTE KEYSTONE+/ENTER DIRECTION KEY VX2.p65 Functions Turns the projector on or off. Enters or exits the OSD Menu. Switches between video signal sources (Computer In, Video Signal). Adjusts automatically the video signal received from the computer in order to have the best effects for the display. Turns the sound of the built-in speakers into a Mute mode.
The Buttons on the Remote Control & their Functions Buttons POWER MENU AUTO RESIZE FREEZE DIGITAL ZOOM VOLUME (+ –) BLANK BRIGHTNESS (+ –) CONTRAST (+ –) DIRECTION KEY LEFT CLICK RIGHT CLICK Functions Turns the projector on or off. Enters or exits the OSD Menu. Adjusts automatically the video signal received from the computer in order to have the best effects for the display. Switches between display mode and returns to the original size of a display mode. Suitable for the VGA, SVGA & XGA input.
Remote Control Information You may control this projector through the infrared (IR) receiver located at the front of the projector. However, the projector may not respond to the commands of the remote control if: The surrounding light is too bright, Certain types of the fluorescent lighting are used, The IR receiver is shined on with a bright light, Equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiation heater in the room.
Note: If you want to enlarge the displayed image and still the image that is being displayed at the same time, just press the DIGITAL ZOOM key and the FREEZE key next. If you press the FREEZE key and the DIGITAL ZOOM key next, the first function of DIGITAL ZOOM will be cancelled out by FREEZE. Press the BLANK key on the remote control to start the blank function. The OSD menu will display the letters of BLANK.
Examining The Projector Status The projector is designed to include a Power Led Indicator and a Lamp Led Indicator. Both indicators enable an immediate inspection of the status of the projector. Attention: When both the indicators blink or remain lit, it means that the projector has a serious problem(s). If so, please follow the instructions on page 45 in this manual for necessary solutions.
USING THE OSD MENU The functions offered by the OSD menu of this projector are as follows: VX2.p65 Adjusts the input signal of the projected image in its brightness, black level, contrast, position and the interface of the remote-control mouse. Adjusts the input signal of the projected image in its phase & tracking (Image), sharpness, saturation, hue and Flash Tone(Video). Adjusts the volume and to select the type of input signal.
How to Access the OSD Menu Press the MENU key (on the top control panel of the projector or the remote control) and the main menu window will be displayed at the top left of the projected image. Press the MENU key again (on the top control panel of the projector or the remote control) to close the main menu window and to deactivate the OSD setting. The icon you select on the OSD menu will be marked in blue.
Operation method: Under the OSD menu, utilize the Direction key on the top operation panel to select the icon representing the setting that needs to be revised. Press the LEFT CLICK or RIGHT CLICK key on the remote control or the ENTER key on the control panel. Then revise the settings. Next, press the LEFT CLICK or RIGHT CLICK key on the remote control for confirmation and the MENU key to go back to OSD menu.
Image Select the image bar to adjust the synchronization and tracking of the analog signal from the computer. Click the “Image” icon under the OSD menu, and select the “Synchronization” or “Tracking” bars in the “Image” box. You may make adjustments by revising the settings for the Synchronization and Tracking, respectively. If there is still some noise on the image after utilizing Auto Config. to adjust the settings of Synchronization and Tracking, you may click “Synchronization” to diminish it.
Select the “Native Mode” bar, and the projector will not compress or increase the pixels but present the image in the original resolution of the input signals. For example, when the input signal is in 600*480 pixels and entering “Native Mode”, the image will remain in 600*480 resolution, not 1024*768 resolution. (Note: The resolution of this projector is 1024*768 pixels, XGA.) Select the ”Color Temperature” bar to adjust the whiteness of the displayed image.
may see the “Sharpness”, “Saturation”, ”Hue” and “Flash Tone” bars. Select the “Sharpness” bar to adjust the sharpness of a displayed image. Select the “Saturation” bar, and the saturation will be darker or lighter by increasing or decreasing its value. Select the “Hue” bar, and you may adjust the color phase of the projected image. Select the “Flash Tone” bar, and the adjustment on “Flash Tone” can be made according to your visual preference.
leave the setting on. You need to select rear projection mode when using a certain transparent screen and to see the image from the opposite end of the projector. The image is displayed upside down and both sides of the image are shown contrarily when you enter “Ceiling+Rear” and leave the setting on. You need to select ceiling & rear projection mode when the projector is fixed onto the ceiling, projecting to a certain transparent screen and you appreciate the image on the opposite of the projector.
MAINTENANCE This projector only needs simple maintenance. 1. Keep the lens clean so that the shadow of dust or stains will not appear on the screen. 2. Clean the air filter located at the bottom of the projector. If the air filter is blocked by dust, this will cause bad ventilation and shorten the life of the projector, contributing to malfunctions from overheating. Attention: When cleaning any section of the projector, the power should be turned off, and the power cord should be unplugged.
Cleaning the Lens Any dirt or stains on the lens surface should be cleaned off immediately with a piece of soft, dry cloth not made of cotton or velvet material. You may also clean the projector by wiping gently the lens surface with a soft cloth moistened with a mixture of water and a neutral detergent. Cleaning the Projector Case Unplug the power cord of the projector before cleaning the projector case. Then, wipe away any dirt or stains with a soft, non-cotton or non-velvet cloth.
6. The cleaning process is finished at this moment. Please follow the proper operations indicated in this manual when using this projector. Replacing the Projector Lamp A new lamp should be replaced according to the following conditions: Replace the lamp when the image displayed by this projector seems too dark or too dim. When the Red and Orange Indicator LED of this projector blinks alternately, this indicates that lamp life is going to end soon.
Caution: Any invisible greasy residue or perspiration on the hands will shorten the life of the bulb. Therefore, do not replace the lamp with your bare hands. Please put clean gloves on your hands or handle the bulb with a clean cloth during the replacement. VX2.p65 1. Turn the power of the projector off and unplug the power cord. 2. Loosen the screws on the lamp cover with a coin or screwdriver, and take off the lamp cover. 3. Loosen the screws on the lamp case with a coin or screwdriver.
4. Lift up the handle and pull out the lamp. 5. Loosen the screws used to position the electricity outlet on the lamp with a coin or a screwdriver. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten the screws you loosened in step 5. Tighten the lamp case you took off in step 3. Position the lamp cover you took off in step 2. 6. 7. 8.
TROUBLESHOOTING The following paragraphs describe problems indicate by the Led Indicator and provide information on troubleshooting. General problems with the projector: Read carefully this section when the projector is not working or when you need to find out what the Led Indicators signify. Problems with the image displayed: Read carefully this section when the projector is not able to project images or when the image displayed is of poor quality.
Problems with The Projector If a problem occurs with the projector, check first the Indicators on it. Each Led Indicator represents the following messages: Power Led Indicator Color Status Green Remains Lit Red Remains Lit Red Blinks Lamp Led Indicator Color Status Indication Led remains off Green Remains Lit Green Blinks Orange/Red Blinks Alternately Orange Blinks Red Remains Lit Red Blinks Meaning The projector system is operating normally. The projector is overheated, and the Power is off.
Check the air vents at the back and at the bottom of the projector. If the filters are clogged from dust, clean the filters as shown in the steps on page 36. If the projector remains overheated after the filters have been cleaned, please contact the dealer of this projector to request service for checking the cooling fan and the internal circuitry. The Power Indicator is blinking red: There is a problem with the internal circuitry. Please contact the dealer of this projector for service.
VX2.p65 producing. The video signal from your company may be out of the response range of the image source. The words ‘No Signal’ appear on the screen: Check to ensure whether the video signal source is connected to the projector. Check whether this video signal source is outputting a signal. If the projector does not receive any video input signal in 30 minutes, the projector will automatically turn the power off.
If a video image is being displayed, you may adjust the color intensity and tint settings on the VIDEO menu. No Sound Check whether the audio output is in the Mute status. Press the MUTE button on the operation panel. Check to ensure that the volume is not turned all the way down. Check to ensure that the RCA Cable (Audio) is connected securely to the Audio source and the projector. Check to ensure that a wrong source has not been selected.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS VX2.p65 49 02-10-18, 11:05
General Display Type Resolution Image size Projection distance Remote control range Maximum volume Liquid Crystal Panel Thin Film Transistor (TFT) 1024 (horizontal) X 768 (vertical) pixels 28 inches 300 inches 5 feet 50 feet 7 meter (23 feet ) 1 + 1 W stereo Optical Aspect ratio Zoom ratio 4 X 3 (horizontal X vertical) 1 1.
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Support Modes This projector displays images at an SVGA/XGA resolution(800*600/ 1024*768pixels).,the projector will compress the image to 1024*768 pixels/ 1280*1024@75Hz.
Computer In and Monitor Connector Pin Assignments The connectors of the Computer In are video RGB 15-pin micro D-type connectors.
APPENDIX WHERE TO GET HELP VX2.p65 54 02-10-18, 11:05
We provide authorized distributors, dealers and service centers to provide maintenance to the projectors. Please contact authorized representatives in your locality for information pertaining to your product and after-sale services. If you need more information on this product, contact the appropriate distributors or dealers that you bought this machine from or contact the service center.