Hitachi CPS240 User Manual

Hitachi CPS240 - SVGA LCD Projector Manual

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    Projector CP-S240/CP-X250 User's Manual - Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, please read the "User's Manual - Safety Guide" and related manuals to ensure the proper use of this product. After reading them, store them in a safe place for
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    off, Lamp time, Filter time, Service Selecting an input signal 18 Maintenance 40 Searcting an input signal 19 Lamp 40 Selecting an aspect ratio 19 Air filter 42 Adjusting the zoom and focus . . . . 19 Other care 44 Using the automatic adjustment feature . 20 Troubleshooting 45 Adjusting
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    to use it where you want. Preparations About contents of package Please see the "Contents of package" of the "User's Manual - Quick Guide". Your projector should come with the items shown there. Contact immediately your dealer if anything is missing. NOTE • Keep the original packing materials
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    anti-theft chain orwire.) Front-Right side Elevator button (9) Elevator foot (9) Filter cover (42) (Air filter and intake vent  are inside.) Bottom side WARNING ►During use or immediately after use, do not touch around the lamp and vents of the projector. () It could cause a burn. 4
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    . When this switch is pushed in, RGB OUT is selected. NOTE (*) About Restart switch: This projector is controlled by an internal microprocessor. Under certain exceptional circumstances, the projector may not operate correctly and the microprocessor will need to be reset. In such a case, please
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    Part names Control buttons Cursor buttons 24) STANDBY/ON button (17) LAMP indicator (46, 47) TEMP indicator (46, 47) POWER indicator (17) INPUT button (18) Remote control SEARCH button (19) RGB button (18) VIDEO button (19) ASPECT
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    projection in a cool place, and pay attention enough to ventilation. The high temperature of the projector could cause a fire, a burn and/or malfunction to the projector. • Do not stop up, block and cover the projector's vents. • Keep a space of 30 cm or more between the sides and other objects such
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    projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: CP-S240 : 800×600, CP-X250 : 1024×768 (a) The screen size (diagonal) (b) (b) Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%) (c) The height of the screen (±10%) 4:3 16:9 (c) up (a) (a) (c) down For
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    9 degrees. Exceeding these range could cause malfunction, and could shorten the lifetime of the consumables. ►Except for inclining by the elevator feet adjustment, place the projector horizontally. You can use the elevator feet to make adjustments if the surface on which you need to set the
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    intended to be used as an extra theft prevention measure. A commercial anti-theft chain or wire can be attached to the security bar on the projector. 1. How to attach An anti-theft chain or wire can be attached as shown in the illustration. (Anti-theft chains or wires of up to
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    this is done, please refer to the instruction manual of the corresponding laptop computer. • Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten. • Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. Use of some of these modes will not be possible with this projector. • For some RGB signal modes, the
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    Setting up Examples of connection with a computer * In the default setting, the AUDIO IN1 port is the audio port for the RGB IN1 and RGB IN2 ports. To change the settings, refer to the AUDIO item in the SETUP menu. (34) RGB cable USB cable RGB out Audio out RS-232C USB AUDIO IN2 Y R CB/PB
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    Examples of connection with a VCR/DVD player Setting up * In the default setting, the AUDIO IN2 L/R port is the audio port for the VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO ports. To change the settings, refer to the AUDIO item in the SETUP menu. (34) Audio/Video cable Audio (R) out Audio (L) out Video
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    the power cord, as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock. • Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, contact your dealer to newly get correct one. • Only plug the power cord into an outlet rated for use with the
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    Remote control Remote control Putting batteries WARNING ►Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment. • Be sure to use only
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    close range (such as from an inverter fluorescent lamp), hit the projector's remote sensor, the remote control may cause to function. Adjust signal. • Since the remote control uses infrared light to send signals to the projector (Class1 LED), be sure to use the remote control in an area free from
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    OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE KEYSTONE POSITION MENU ESC ENTER RESET POWER indicator 3. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The projector lamp will light up and the POWER POWER indicator will begin blinking in green. When the power is completely on, the
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    displayed. 1. Press the RGB button on the remote control to select an input port for the RGB signal. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its RGB VIDEO RGB SEARCH input port as below. ASPECT AUTO BLANK RGB IN1  RGB IN2 MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME ● If the
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    signal (continued) 1. Press the VIDEO button on the remote control to select an input for video signal. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its video input port as below. COMPONENT VIDEO  S-VIDEO  VIDEO VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF
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    Operating Using the automatic adjustment feature 1. Press the AUTO button on the remote control.  For an RGB signal The vertical position, the horizontal position, the clock phase VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK and the horizontal size will be automatically adjusted. MAGNIFY ON HOME
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    input, this RESET function may not work well. ● When V:INVERT or H&V:INVERT is selected to the MIRROR item in the SETUP menu, if the projector screen is inclined or angled downward, this function may not work correctly. ● When the zoom adjustment is set to the TELE (telephoto focus), this correction
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    VIDEO RGB SEARCH ASPECT AUTO BLANK 1. Press the FREEZE button on the remote control. The "FREEZE" indication will appear on the screen, and the projector will enter the FREEZE mode. MAGNIFY ON HOME PAGE UP VOLUME OFF END PAGE DOWN MUTE FREEZE KEYSTONE To exit the FREEZE mode and restore
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    have the needed utility program. See your computer's hardware manual for details. • The USB control can be used • This function is not available while the lamp is warming up (the POWER indicator flashes USB mouse and keyboard control 1. Connect the projector's USB port to the computer via the mouse
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    NORMAL +0 +0 +0 +0 3 WHISPER NORMAL MIRROR NORMAL RESET FILTER TIME 0h LANGUAGE ENGLISH Go To Advance Menu... 3. Use you want to return to the previous display, press the cursor button ◄ on the projector or remote control, or the ESC button on the remote control. 5. Press the MENU
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    can be performed. Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control. Then perform it referring to the following table. EASY MENU NORMAL +0 +0 +0 +0 3 WHISPER NORMAL MIRROR NORMAL RESET FILTER TIME 0h LANGUAGE ENGLISH Go To Advance Menu... Item ASPECT
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    for mirror status. See the MIRROR item in the SETUP menu (34). Performing this item resets all of the items of EASY MENU except FILTER TIME and LANGUAGE. A dialog is displayed for confirmation. Selecting RESET using the button ▲ performs resetting. Performing this item resets the filter timer which
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    be performed. PICTURE IMAGE BRIGHTNESS +0 CONTRAST +0 Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the INPUT SETUP GAMMA DEFAULT 1 COLOR TEMP MIDDLE projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► SCREEN OPTION COLOR +0 TINT 0 on the
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    Multifunctional settings PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode of color temperature. HIGH  MIDDLE  LOW  CUSTOM COLOR TEMP COLOR TINT SHARPNESS To adjust CUSTOM Selecting the CUSTOM and then pressing the button ► or the ENTER button displays a
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    then pressing the button ► or the ENTER button performs each function. LOAD1  LOAD2  LOAD3  LOAD4 MY MEMORY SAVE4 SAVE3  SAVE2  SAVE1 This projector has 4 numbered memories for adjustment data. Performing the LOAD1, LOAD2, LOAD3 or LOAD4 loads the data on the memory whose number corresponds
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    IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it referring to
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    IMAGE Menu (continued) Multifunctional settings Item H SIZE AUTO ADJUST EXECUTE Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ adjusts the horizontal size. Large  Small • This item can be selected only for an RGB signal. • When this adjustment is excessive, the picture may not be displayed correctly. In such
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    input. A SCART adapter and SCART cable realize a SCART RGB input to the projector. For details, contact your dealer. Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode for video frequency of 50 to 72 Hz for the model CP-S240, or 50 to 60 Hz for the model CP-X250. • When the TURN ON is selected, a moving
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    INPUT Menu (continued) Multifunctional settings Item INFORMATION Description Selecting this item displays a dialog titled "INPUT INFORMATION". It shows the information about the current input. INPUT-INFORMATION RGB 1024x768 @60.0 FRAME LOCK INPUT-INFORMATION S-VIDEO SECAM AUTO INPUT-
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    signals, this function may not work well. • When the V:INVERT or the H&V:INVERT is selected under the item MIRROR, if the projector screen is inclined or if the projector is angled downward, this function may not work correctly. • When the zoom adjustment is set to the TELE side, this correction may
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    menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector or remote control, or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it referring to
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    Multifunctional settings SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ switches the mode for the start-up screen. The start-up screen is a screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen  ORIGINAL  TURN OFF START UP MyScreen MyScreen Lock MyScreen
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    SCREEN Menu (continued) Multifunctional settings Item MESSAGE Description Using the buttons ▲/▼ turns on/off the message function. TURN ON  TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the following message function works. "AUTO IN PROGRESS" while automatically adjusting "NO INPUT IS DETECTED" "SYNC
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    Select an item using the cursor buttons ▲/▼ on the projector or IMAGE INPUT AUTO SEARCH TURN OFF AUTO OFF 0min LAMP TIME 0h remote control, and press the cursor button ► on the projector SETUP SCREEN FILTER TIME 0h SERVICE or remote control, or the ENTER button on the
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    KEY LOCK  FILTER MESSAG  FACTORY RESET SERVICE FAN SPEED projector, etc., the automatic adjustment may not work correctly. In such a case, please choose DISABLE to disable the automatic adjustment, and make adjustment manually LAMP TIME, FILTER TIME and LANGUAGE are not reset. RESET  CANCEL 39
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    used, it is possible that there are electrical problems elsewhere besides the lamp. If this happens, contact your local dealer or a service representative. • Handle with care: jolting or scratching could cause the lamp bulb to burst during use. • Using the lamp for long periods of time, could cause
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    that are loosened in the previous process to lock it in place. Screws 6. Slide the lamp cover back in place and firmly fasten the lamp cover screws. 7. Turn the projector on and reset the lamp time using the LAMP TIME function in the OPTION menu (38). (1) Press the MENU button to display a menu
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    unplug the power cord. Allow the lamp to cool for at least 45 minutes. 2. When the projector is suspended from the ceiling, apply the vacuum cleaner to and around the filter cover first, to prevent penetration of dust or the like. 3. While supporting the projector with one hand, use your other hand
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    to the projector by aligning the filter cover with the grooves on the projector. While holding filter Filter cover mark 6. Turn the projector on and reset the filter time using the FILTER TIME function then press the ► button. (3) Point at the "FILTER TIME" using ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button.
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    use cleaner or chemicals other than those listed below. ►Do not polish or wipe with hard objects. Inside of the projector In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your dealer about once every year. Caring for the lens If the lens is
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    the air filter. *** HRS PASSED AFTER THE Please immediately turn the power off, and clean or change LAST FILTER CHECK. the air filter referring to the "Air Filter" section of this manual. FILTER MAINTENANCE IS ESSENTIAL After you have cleaned or changed the air filter, please be TO REMOVE WARNING
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    the instructions within the table. If the same indication is displayed after the remedy, or if an indication other than the following is displayed, please contact your dealer or service company. POWER LAMP TEMP indicator indicator indicator Description Lighting Turned Turned The projector is
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    Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps (continued) POWER LAMP TEMP indicator indicator indicator Description Blinking In Red or Lighting In Red Turned off Blinking In Red The cooling fan is not operating. Please turn the power off, and allow the projector SERVICE "Air Filter". After
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    or odor has stopped, contact your dealer or service company. 1. Before requesting repair, please check in accordance with the following chart. This operation sometimes resolves your problem. If the situation cannot be corrected, 2. The projector's microprocessor may need to be reset. Please push
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    Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued BRIGHTNESS to a higher level using the menu function or the remote control. The computer cannot detect the projector as a plug and play monitor. Make sure that the computer can detect a plug and play monitor
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    Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued . Select NORMAL for the WHISPER item in the SETUP menu. The lamp is approaching the end of its product lifetime. Replace the lamp. Either the focus and/or horizontal phase settings are not properly adjusted
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    name Liquid crystal projector Liquid Crystal panel Panel size Drive system Pixels 1.5 cm (0.6 type) TFT active matrix CP-S240 : 480,000 pixels (800 horizontal x 600 vertical) CP-X250 : 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) Lens Zoom lens F=1.7 ~ 1.9 f=18.9 ~ 22.6 mm Lamp 180W UHB
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    249 mm 100 mm Y ARUDIO IN2 CB/PB L CR/PR VIDEO S-VIDEO CONTROL AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN1 Specifications Specifications (continued) 306 mm 52 RGB IN1 RGB IN2 RGB OUT USB K 86 mm
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Projector
CP-S240/CP-X250
User's Manual – Operating Guide
Thank you for purchasing this projector.
WARNING
►Before using this product, please read the "User's Manual -
Safety Guide" and related manuals to ensure the proper use of this product.
After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference.
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