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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .........................................................................................  Usage Notice ................................................................................................ 2
Precautions...........................................................................................................2 Important Operating Considerations for Safety ....................................................4

Introduction................................................................................................... 5
Product Features ..................................................................................................5 Package Overview................................................................................................6 Product Overview .................................................................................................7
Main Unit ........................................................................................................................7 Connection Ports ...........................................................................................................8 Wireless Remote Control ...............................................................................................9

Operation.................................................................................................... 
Connecting the Projector ....................................................................................11 Powering On/Off the Projector............................................................................12
Powering On the Projector ...........................................................................................12 Powering Off the projector ...........................................................................................13 Warning Indicator .........................................................................................................14

Adjusting the Projected Image............................................................................15

Adjusting the Height of Projector Image ......................................................................15 Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus ..........................................................................16 Adjusting Projected Image Size ...................................................................................16

User Controls ............................................................................................. 7

On Screen Display Menus ..................................................................................17
How to operate.............................................................................................................17 Image (PC Mode).........................................................................................................18 Image (Video Mode) ....................................................................................................20 Display Setting .............................................................................................................22 Default Setting .............................................................................................................24 Language .....................................................................................................................26 Information ...................................................................................................................27

Appendices................................................................................................. 28
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................28 Replacing the lamp .............................................................................................33 Compatibility Modes ...........................................................................................35

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Usage Notice
Precautions
Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this users guide to maximize the life of your unit.
Warning- o not look into the projectors lens when the lamp is D on. The bright light may hurt your eyes. Warning- o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose T this product to rain or moisture. Warning- lease do not open or disassemble the product as this P may cause electric shock. Warning- hen changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool W down, and follow all changing instructions. Warning- g Lamp contains mercury. Manage in H

accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org.

Warning- his product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please T be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages. Warning- eset the Lamp Reset function from the On Screen R Display Default Setting menu after replacing a new lamp module (refer to page 25). Warning- hen the lamp reaches the end of its life, it will burn W out and may make a loud popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under Replacing the Lamp. Caution- hen switching the projector off, please ensure the W projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power. Caution- urn on the projector first and then the signal sources. T Caution- o not use lens cap when projector is in operation. D

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Usage Notice
Do:
Turn off the product before cleaning. se a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the U

display housing.

isconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not D

being used for a long period of time.

Dont:
lock the slots and openings on the unit provided for ventilaB

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se abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit. U se under the following conditions: U

- In extremely hot, cold or humid environments. - In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt. - Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.

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Usage Notice
Important Operating Considerations for Safety
lace the projector in a horizontal position no greater P than 15 degrees off axis. ocate the projector in a well-ventilated area without any L obstructions to intake or exhaust vents. Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. ocate the projector at least 4' (1.2 m) away from any L heating or cooling vents. se only the power cord provided. A surge-protected U power strip is recommended. efer to this guide for proper startup and shutdown proR cedures. n the unlikely event of a lamp rupture, particles may exit I through the projector side vents. When the projector is turned on, keep people, food, and drinks out of the "keep out" area under and around the projector, as indicated by the "X" areas below.

Follow these instructions to help ensure image quality and lamp life over the life of the projector. Failure to follow these instructions may affect the warranty. For complete details of the warranty, see the Warranty booklet.

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Introduction
Product Features
This product is a SVGA/XGA single chip 0.55 DLP projector. Outstanding features include:
True SVGA, 800 x 600 addressable pixels True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels Single chip Dark Chip2TM DLP technology TSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM and N SDTV(480i/576i), EDTV(480p/576p), HDTV(720p/1080i) compatible ulti-Auto functions: Auto detection, Auto image and M Auto saving the adjustments Full function remote control User friendly multilingual on screen display menu dvanced digital keystone correction and high quality A full screen image re-scaling uilt-in one 2-Watt speaker. B XGA+, SXGA compression and VGA, SVGA re-sizing S (XGA) S XGA, XGA compression and VGA re-sizing (SVGA) Mac compatible

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Introduction
Package Overview
This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is missing.

Due to the difference in applications for each country, some regions may have different accessories.

Projector with lens cap

Wireless Remote Controller

Power Cord

VGA Cable

Document Pack

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Introduction
Product Overview
Main Unit
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Power Remote Controller IR Receiver Zoom and Focus Lever Speaker Lens Lens Cap

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Introduction
Connection Ports
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Computer Input Connector Video 1: S-Video Input Connector Video 2: Composite Video Input Connector Serial Control Connector Monitor Output Connector Audio Input Connector Power Socket KensingtonTM Lock Port

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Introduction
Wireless Remote Control
To remove remote con Please DO NOT remove the remote controller by other means than the method stated. Any improper action to remove the remote controller may cause damage to the slot.

troller from the projector, you may simply press down the top-center of the remote controller, then the remote controller will bounce up to be removed.

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Icon Function Power

Description Refer to the Power On/Off the Projector section on pages 12-13. Select the display mode from PC, Movie, sRGB, Game and User. Press computer to choose computer in connector. To pause the screen image.

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Display Mode Computer Source Freeze

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Introduction
5 Keystone Correction Adjust the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (vertical 15 degrees). Press source to choose RGB, Component, S-Video, Composite and HDTV sources. Press menu to launch the Onscreen display (OSD) menu, back to the top level of OSD menu for the OSD main menu operation Momentarily turn off/on the audio and video. Change the adjustments and settings to the factory default value. Press video 1 to choose video 1 connector. Press video 2 to choose video 2 connector. Zoom the projector display in or out. Confirm your section of items in sub menu operation. Automatically synchronize the projector to the input source. Use up, down, left, right s to select items or make adjustments to your selection. Press source-lock to lock specified connection port; press this again to unlock. Increase/decrease speaker volume.

Source

Menu

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AV-Mute Reset

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Video 1 Source (S-Video) Video 2 Source (Composite) Digital Zoom Enter Re-Sync Four Directional Select Keys Source Lock

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Volume -/+

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Connecting the Projector
VGA, DVI

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Video Output

DVD player, Set-top Box HDTV receiver

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S-Video Output RS232

1................................................................................................................ Power cord 2............................................................................. D-15 to RCA adapter for YPbPr 3.............................................................................................................VGA in cable 4............................................................................................................ S-Video cable 5............................................................................................ Composite video cable 6................................................................................................................RS232 cable 7...........................................................................................................VGA out cable 8...........................................................................................Audio cable jack to jack

To ensure the projector works well with your computer,

please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with your projector. 

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Operation
Powering On/Off the Projector
Powering On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cap. 2. nsure that the power cord and signal cable are securely E connected. The Power LED will turn flash blue. 3. urn on the lamp by pressing Power/Standby on the T control panel. The startup screen will display for about 25 seconds and the Power LED will turn blue. 4. urn on your source (computer, notebook, video player,etc.) T The projector will detect your source automatically. f you connect multiple sources at the same time, use the I source on the remote control or use the computer, video 1, video 2 on the remote control to switch.

Power/Standby

Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.

Lens Cap

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Powering Off the Projector
1. ress the Power/Standby to turn off the projector lamp, P you will see a message as below on the on-screen display. 2. Press the Power/Standby again to confirm. 3. he cooling fan continues to operate for about 120 seconds T for cooling cycle and the Power LED will flash blue. When the light starts flashing, the projector has entered standby mode. f you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait I until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply press Power/Standby to restart the projector. 4. isconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the D projector. 5. o not turn on the projector immediately following a power D off procedure.



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Warning Indicator
hen the Power LED indicator turns red, it indicates the W projector has overheated. The projector will automatically shut itself down.

hen the Power LED indicator flashes red and the mesW sage below displays onscreen, it indicates the projector will detect the lamp life itself. When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as possible or contact your local dealer or our service center.

hen the Power LED indicator flashes red and the mesW sage below displays onscreen, it indicates the fan failed. Stop using the projector and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, then contact your local dealer or our service center.

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Operation
Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Height of Projector Image
The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.
To raise/lower the image: 1. Use to fine-tune the display angle.

Tilt adjusting wheel

Tilt adjusting wheel

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Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus
You may turn the zoom lever to zoom in or out. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 3.9 to 39.4 feet (1.2 to 12.0 meters) with mechanical travel.

Focus Ring Zoom Lever

Adjusting Projection Image Size

Diagonal
126.2" (320.5cm) 176.7" (448.7cm) 227.1" (576.9cm) 302.8" (769.2cm)

30.3" (76.9cm) 27.5" (69.8cm)

75.7" (192.3cm) 68.7" (174.4cm)

114.4" (290.7cm)

160.2" (407.0cm)

206.0" (523.3cm)

274.7" (697.7cm)

3.9'(1.2m) 9.8'(3.0m) 16.4'(5.0m) 23.0'(7.0m) 29.5'(9.0m) 39.4'(12.0m)

Screen (Diagonal) Screen Size
Max. Min. Max.(WxH) Min.(WxH) 27.5"(69.8cm) 30.3"(76.9cm) 24.2" x 18.2" (61.5 x 46.2cm) 22.0" x 16.5" (55.9 x 41.9cm) 3.9'(1.2m) 75.7"(192.3cm) 68.7"(174.4cm) 60.8" x 45.4" (154.4 x 115.3cm) 54.9" x 41.2" (139.4 x 104.6cm) 9.8'(3.0m) 126.2"(320.5cm) 114.4"(290.7cm) 101.0" x 75.7" (256.5 x 192.3cm) 91.6" x 68.7" (232.7 x 174.5cm) 16.4'(5.0m) 176.7"(448.7cm) 160.2"(407.0cm) 141.3" x 106.0" (358.9 x 269.2cm) 128.2" x 96.1" (325.6 x 244.1cm) 23.0'(7.0m) 227.1"(576.9cm) 206.0"(523.3cm) 181.7" x 136.3" (461.5 x 346.2cm) 164.8" x 123.6" (418.6 x 313.9cm) 29.5'(9.0m) 302.8"(769.2cm) 274.7"(697.7cm) 242.3" x 181.7" (615.4 x 461.5cm) 219.7" x 164.8" (558.0 x 418.6cm) 39.4'(12.0m)

Distance

This graph is for users reference only.

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User Controls
On Screen Display Menus
The Projector has multilingual On Screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source.

How to operate
1. To open the OSD menu, press Menu on the Remote Control. 2. When OSD is displayed, use keys to select any item in the
main menu. While making a selection on a particular page, press key to enter sub menu.

3. Use keys to select the desired item in the sub menu and
adjust the settings by key.

4. f the setting has I

icon, you could press Enter to enter another

sub menu. Press Menu to close the sub menu after adjustment.

5. fter adjusting the settings, press Menu back to the main menu. A
6. o exit, press Menuagain. The OSD menu will be closed and the T projector will automatically save the new settings.
Main Menu

Sub Menu

Setting

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Image
(PC Mode)
Display Mode

There are many factory presets optimized for various types of im

ages.

PC: For computer or notebook. Movie: For home theater. sRGB: For standard color. Game: For game. User: Memorize users settings. Brightness Press the to darken image.

Adjust the brightness of the image.

Press the to lighten the image. Contrast

he contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest T
and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image.

Press the to decrease the contrast. Press the to increase the contrast.

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Frequence

Frequence changes the display data frequency to match the fre

Tracking

quency of your computers graphic card. If you experience a vertical flickering bar, use this function to make an adjustment.

Synchronize the signal timing of the projector with the graphics

card. If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to correct it.

White Peaking

Use the white peaking control to set the white peaking level of

DMD chip. 0 stands for minimal peaking, and 10 stands for maximum peaking. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum setting. For a smooth and more natural image, adjust towards the minimum setting.

Color Temp.

Adjust the color temperature. At higher temperature, the screen

looks colder; at lower temperature, the screen looks warmer.

Degamma

This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been fine-tuned
to bring out the best image quality for the input.



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Image
(Video Mode)
Display Mode

There are many factory presets optimized for various types of im

ages.

PC: For computer or notebook. Movie: For home theater. sRGB: For standard color. Game: For game. User: Memorize users settings. Brightness Press the to darken image.

Adjust the brightness of the image.

Press the to lighten the image. Contrast

he contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest T
and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image.

Press the to decrease the contrast. Press the to increase the contrast.

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Color

Adjust a video imge from black and white to fully saturated color.

Press the to decrease the amount of color in the image. Press the to increase the amount of color in the image. Tint
Adjust the color balance of red and green.

Press the to increase the amount of green in the image. Press the to increase the amount of red in the image. Sharpness
Adjust the sharpness of the image.

Press the to decrease the sharpness. Press the to increase the sharpness. White Peaking

Use the white peaking control to set the white peaking level of

DMD chip. 0 stands for minimal peaking, and 10 stands for maximum peaking. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum setting. For a smooth and more natural image, adjust towards the minimum setting.

Color Temp.

Adjust the color temperature. At higher temperature, the screen

looks colder; at lower temperature, the screen looks warmer.

Degamma

This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been fine-tuned
to bring out the best image quality for the input.

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Display Setting
Keystone
Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projector. (15 degrees).

H-Position (Horizontal Position) Press the to move the image left. Press the to move the image right. V-Position (Vertical Position)

Press the to move the image down. Press the to move the image up. Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.

T his format is for 4x3 input sources not enhanced for Widescreen TV. 16:9

4:3

T his format is for 16:9 input sources, like HDTV and DVD enhanced for Widescreen TV. Native

This format displays the original image without any scaling.

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Projection

Front-Desktop

The factory default setting. Rear-Desktop

W hen you select this function, the projector reverses the image so you can project behind a translucent screen. Front-Ceiling W hen you select this function, the projector turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection. Rear-Ceiling

W hen you select this function, the projector reverses and turns the image upside down at same time. You can project from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection.

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Default Setting
Source Lock When this function is turned Off, the projector will search for Fan Control
C hoose On to turn on Fan Control mode. Operate the fan at full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of the projector. other signals if the current input signal is lost. When this function is turned On, it will search specified connection port.

Lamp Reminding
C hoose this function to show or to hide the warning message when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will show up 30 hours before end of life.

Brilliant ColourTM
Choose On to provide true, more vibrant colors in picture.

Auto Power Off Set the interval of power-off of the system, if there is no signal
input. (In minutes)

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Audio

Mute:

Choose On to mute the volume. Choose Off to restore the volume.

Volume:

Press the to decrease the volume. Press the to increase the volume. Lamp Reset
Reset the lamp life hour after replacing a new lamp. Return the adjustments and settings to the factory default values.

Reset

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Language
Language
C hoose the multilingual OSD menu. Press into the sub menu and then use the or or or key to select your preferred language. Press Enter to finalize the selection.

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Information
Information To display the projector information on the screen.

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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with the projector, refer to the following information. If the problem persists, please contact your local dealer or service center.
Problem: No image appears on screen
Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and securely connected as described in the Operation section.

Ensure the pins of connectors are not crooked or broken. Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please
refer to the Replacing the lamp section. switched on. Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the projector is

Problem: Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image

Press Re-Sync on the remote control. If you are using a PC:

f the projector is still not projecting the whole image, you will I also need to change the monitor display you are using. Refer to the following steps. For Windows 3.x: 1. n the Windows Program Manager, double click the Windows I Setup icon in the Main group. 2. erify that your display resolution setting is less than or equal V to 1280 x 1024. For Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP: 1. rom the My Computer icon, open the Control Panel folder, F and double click the Display icon. 2. Select the Settings tab 3. Click on the Advanced Properties .

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4. erify the resolution setting is less than or equal to 1280 x 1024 V resolution. 5. Select the Change under the Monitor tab . 6. lick on Show all devices. Next, select Standard monitor C types under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need under the Models box.

If you are using a Notebook:

1. irst, follow the steps above to adjust resolution of the comF puter. 2. Press the toggle output settings. example: [Fn]+[F4] Compaq=> [Fn]+[F4] Hewlett Dell => [Fn]+[F8] Packard => [Fn]+[F4] Gateway=> [Fn]+[F4] NEC=> [Fn]+[F3] IBM=> [Fn]+[F7] Toshiba => [Fn]+[F5] Mac Apple: System Preference-->Display-->Arrangement-->Mirror display

I f you experience difficulty changing resolutions or your monitor freezes, restart all equipment including the projector.

Problem: The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook computer is not displaying a presentation

If you are using a Notebook PC:

S ome Notebook PCs may deactivate their own screens when a second display device is in use. Each has a different way to be reactivated. Refer to your computers documentation for detailed information.

Problem: Image is unstable or flickering

A djust the "Tracking" to correct it. Refer to the "Image" section for more information.

Change the monitor color setting from your computer.

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Problem: Image has vertical flickering bar

Use Frequence to make an adjustment. C heck and reconfigure the display mode of your graphic card to
make it compatible with the product.

Problem: Image is out of focus

Adjust the Focus Ring on the projector lens. M ake sure the projection screen is between the required distance
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3.9 to 39.4 feet (1.2 to 12.0 meters) from the projector (refer to page

Problem: The image is stretched when displaying 16:9 DVD

T he projector automatically detects 16:9 DVD and adjusts the aspect ratio by digitizing to full screen with 4:3 default setting. I f the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect ratio by referring to the following: P lease select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are playing a 16:9 DVD.

If you cant select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player,
please select 4:3 aspect ratio in the on screen menu.

Problem: Image is reversed

S elect Display Setting-->Projection from the OSD and adjust the projection direction.

Problem: Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound

W hen the lamp reaches its end of life, it will burn out and may make a loud popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures in the Replacing the Lamp.

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Problem: LED lighting message
Message Standby (Input power cord) Power on (Warming up) Lamp lighting (Displaying) Power off (Cooling-I) Power off (Cooling-II) Steady light => No light => Error (Lamp failed) Error (Fan lock) Error (Over temp.) Standby mode (Lamp failed) Standby mode (Fan lock) Standby mode (Over temp.) Flashing (1 sec.) Flashing (0.5 sec.) Flashing (0.5 sec.) Flashing (1 sec.) Flashing (0.5 sec.) Power-LED (Blue) Flashing (0.5 sec.) (Red) (Purple)



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Problem: Message Reminders
Over temperature - the projector has exceeded its recommended may be used. operating temperature and must be allowed to cool down before it

Replacing the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum life time. Prepare to replace it soon.

Fan failed - the system fan is not working.

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Replacing the lamp
Warning

The projector will detect the lamp life itself. It will show you a warning message Only InFocus lamps are tested with this projector. Use of other lamps may cause electrical shock and fire.

Be extremely careful when removing the lamp housing. In the unlikely event that the bulb ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated. The lamp housing is designed to contain these fragments, but use caution when removing the lamp housing. Before replacing the lamp, clean the lamp compartment and dispose of cleaning materials. Wash hands after lamp replacement.

Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org.

When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as

possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 60 minutes before changing the lamp.



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Warning: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp!

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Lamp Replacing Procedure:

1. witch off the power to the projector by pressing the Power/ S Standby . 2. Allow the projector to cool down at least 60 minutes. 3. Disconnect the power cord. 4. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw from the cover. 5. Push up and remove the cover. 6. Remove the 2 screws from the lamp module and pull up the lamp bar. 7. Pull out the lamp module by force. To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous steps.

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Compatibility Modes
VGA Analog - PC Signal
Modes VGA Resolution 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 720 x 400 SVGA 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 XGA 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 SXGA 1152 x 864 1152 x 864 *1152 x 864 1280 x 1024 *1280 x 1024 *1280 x 1024 SXGA+ Power Mac G4 *1400 x 1050 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 870 *1280 x 960 PowerBook G4 640 x 480 V.Frequency (Hz) 60 72 75 85 70 85 56 60 72 75 85 75 60 70 75 85 70 75 85 60 72 75 60 66.6 (67) 60 60 75 75 60 H.Frequency (kHz) 31.50 37.90 37.50 43.30 31.50 37.90 35.20 37.90 48.10 46.90 53.70 49.725 48.40 56.50 60.00 68.70 63.80 67.50 77.10 63.98 76.97 79.98 63.98 34.93 37.90 48.40 68.68 75.00 31.35

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Modes Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 870 *1280 x 960 i Mac DV (G3) 1024 x 768 Note: * for XGA model only V.Frequency (Hz) 66.6 (67) 60 60 75 75 75 H.Frequency (kHz) 34.93 37.90 48.40 68.68 75.00 60.00

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