Eiki EIP-1500T manual

EIP-1500T OWNER’S MANUAL EIKI INDUSTRIAL CO., L TD. A-Key to better communications U.S.A. EIKI International, Inc. 30251 Esperanza Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688-2132 U.S.A. Te l: 800-242-3454 (949)-457-0200 Fax : 800-457-3454 (949)-457-7878 E-Mail : usa@eiki.com Deutschland & Österreich EIKI Deutschland GmbH Am Frauwald 12 65510 Idstein De[...]

IMPORT ANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector , please r ecor d the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and r etain this infor mation. Before r ecycling the packaging, please ensur e that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Supplied accessories” on page 5[...]

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-r ewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 10A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or AST A appr oved BS 1362 fuse marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used. Always refit the fuse cov[...]

1 Before using the projector , please read this owner ’ s manual carefully . W ARNING: High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view dir ectly . Be especially careful that childr en do not stare dir ectly into the beam of light. W ARNING: To r educe the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this pr oduct to ra[...]

2 Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 56 . PRODUCT DISPOSAL This projector utilizes tin-lead solder , and a pressurized lamp containing a small amount of mercury . Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to envir onmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local a[...]

3 This EIKI projector uses a DMD panel. This very sophisticated panel contains 921,600 pixels micr omirrors. As with any high technology electronic equipment such as large scr een TVs, video systems and video cameras, ther e are certain acceptable tolerances that the equipment must confor m to. This unit has some inactive pixels within acceptable t[...]

4 Contents Preparing Setup Setting Up the Projector .............................. 16 Setting Up the Projector .................................... 16 Screen Size and Pr ojection Distance ................ 17 Projecting a Reversed Image ............................ 18 Connections Connections ................................................. 19 INPUT[...]

5 Accessories Remote control T wo R-6 batteries (“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) ■ Lamp unit AH-57201 Lens cap (attached) Supplied accessories Optional accessory Owner ’s manual (this manual) Marks Used in This Owner ’ s Manual Info .......... Indicates safeguards when using the projector . Note ....... Indicates additional informat[...]

6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read befor e the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future r eference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operat[...]

7 Obser ve that you r ead the following safeguards when setting up your pr ojector . Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact your nearest EIKI Authorized Dealer or Service Center for a re- placement. See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 56 . Caution concerning the s[...]

8 Caution regarding usage of the projector ■ When using the projector , b e sure not to sub- ject it to hard impact and/or vibration, as this can result in damage. T ake extra care with the lens. If you are not to use the projector for a long time, be sure t o unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, and disconnect any other cables connected t[...]

9 38 Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) Select menu items and other settings. 29 INPUT button Switch input mode 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or DIGITAL. 30 10 54 10 54 ZOOM-FOCUS button Adjust the projected image size or adjust the focus. Temperature warning indicator Lamp indicator 10 Power indicator 31 31 13 Remote control sensor HEIGHT ADJUST butto[...]

10 About the Indicators on the Projector Power indicator Green on ... Normal (Standby) Red on ... Normal (Power on) Temperature warning indicator Off ... Normal Red on ... The internal temperature is abnormally high. (See page 54 .) Lamp indicator Green on ... Normal Green blinks ... The lamp is warming up or shutting down. Red on ... The lamp has [...]

11 Projector (Rear View) Using the Kensington Lock • This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector . Numbers in refer to the main pages in this owner ’ s m anual where t[...]

12 Remote Control Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) 38 30 MENU button Display adjustment and setting screens. 38 ON button T urn the power on. 28 30 ZOOM-FOCUS button Adjust the projected image size or adjusting the focus. 29 INPUT 3 button 29 INPUT 5 button 34 34 44 RESIZE button Switch the picture display (STRETCH, SIDE BAR, etc.). 2[...]

13 Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries 1 Pull down the tab on the cover and remove the cover towards the direction of the arrow . 2 Insert the included batteries (two “AA” size). • Insert the batteries making sure the po- larities correctly match the and marks inside the battery compartment. 3 Insert the lower tab of the cover in[...]

14 Quick Start 8 ST ANDBY button 3 ON button 7 KEYSTONE button 6, 7 Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) 6 ZOOM-FOCUS button 4 INPUT buttons, DIGIT AL INPUT button 6 HEIGHT ADJUST button 3, 8 ST ANDBY -ON button 4 INPUT button 6 ZOOM-FOCUS button 6 Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) Page 16 1. Place the pr ojector facing a scr[...]

15 Page 29 4. Select the INPUT mode 6. Adjust the pr ojector angle, focus and zoom Select the “INPUT 3” using the INPUT button on the projector or the INPUT 3 button on the remote control. • • • • • When pressing on the projector , input mode switches in order of : INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 5 DIGIT AL • • • • • W[...]

16 Setting Up the Projector Position the projector perpendicular to the screen to achieve an optimal image. Note • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing difficult. • For an optimal i[...]

17 H L Side View Screen Lens center Screen Size and Projection Distance The projection screen size varies according to the distance from the lens of the projector to the screen. Install the projector so that projected images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size by referring to the table below . Use the values in the table as a referenc[...]

18 Setting Up the Projector Projecting a Reversed Image Projection from behind the Screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience. ■ Reverse the image by setting “Rear” in the “PRJ Mode” menu. (See page 52 .) Projection Using a Mirror ■ Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens. ■ When the tr[...]

19 INPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment INPUT 5/DIGITAL terminal Connecting video equipment with component output terminal (DVD player , DTV decoder, DVD recorder with hard disc, etc.). (See pages 22 , 23 .) Connecting the computer . (See pages 25 , 26 .) INPUT 3 terminal Connecting video equipment with S-video output terminal (VCR, DVD p[...]

20 T erminal on the projector INPUT 1, 2 INPUT 1, 2 INPUT 5/DIGIT AL INPUT 5/DIGIT AL INPUT 4 INPUT 4 INPUT 3 INPUT 3 RS-232C Equipment Audio-visual equipment Computer Computer T erminal on connected equipment Component video output terminal T erminal for using the dedicated cable DVI output terminal RGB output terminal Video output terminal T ermi[...]

21 Connecting to V ideo Equipment Before connecting, ensure that you have unplugged the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turned off the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other devices. Ensure that you have read the owner ’s manuals of the devices to be connected before maki[...]

22 When connecting the video equipment with RGB output terminal (INPUT 5) • Before connecting the cable, switch the digital input type switch to “VIDEO”. INPUT 5 terminal DVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor (commercially available) RGB output terminal RGB cable (commercially available) DVD Player,etc. 4 3 2 Switch to “VIDEO” 1 Connecting to V ide[...]

23 DIGITAL terminal DVI output terminal DVI cable (commercially available) Switch to “VIDEO” DVD Player,etc. 2 3 1 Note • Select DIGIT AL mode when connecting to video equipment with the digital output terminal. (See page 29 .) When connecting the video equipment with DVI output terminal (DIGIT AL INPUT) • Before connecting the cable, switc[...]

24 When connecting video equipment with S-video output terminal (INPUT 3) When connecting video equipment with video output terminal (INPUT 4) S-video cable (commercially available) S-video output terminal INPUT 3 terminal DVD Player,etc. 2 1 INPUT 4 terminal Video output terminal Video cable (supplied) DVD Player,etc. 1 2 Connecting to V ideo Equi[...]

25 Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a computer (INPUT 5) • Before connecting the cable, switch the digital input type switch to “PC”. RGB output terminal INPUT 5 terminal RGB cable (commercially available) DVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor (commercially available) Computer 4 3 2 Switch to “PC” 1 Note • Refer to “Computer Compatibility[...]

26 Connecting to a computer with DIGIT AL RGB output T erminal (DIGIT AL) • Before connecting the cable, switch the digital input type switch to “PC”. INPUT 5 terminal DVI output terminal DVI cable (commercially available) Switch to “PC” Computer 2 3 1 Note • Select DIGIT AL mode when connecting to digital output terminal of the compute[...]

27 Controlling the Projector by a Computer When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer , the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector . When connecting to a computer using an RS-232C serial control cable Note • The RS-232C function may not operate if your computer terminal is no[...]

28 T urning the Projector On/Off Info • English is the factory preset language. If you want to change the on-screen display to another language, change the language according to the pr ocedure on page 52 . Lamp indicator Power indicator STANDBY-ON button Lens cap ON button ST ANDBY button ▼ On-screen Display Info • Do not unplug the power cor[...]

29 Switching the INPUT Mode Select the appropriate input mode for the con- nected equipment. Press , , , , or on the remote control to select the input mode. • • • • • When pressing on the projector , input mode switches in order of : INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 5 INPUT 4 DIGIT AL Note • When no signal is received, “NO SIGNAL” wil[...]

30 Image Projection ZOOM-FOCUS button Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) ZOOM-FOCUS button Adjusting the Focus 1 Press on the remote control. 2 Press or | on the remote con- trol to adjust the focus. Note • Y ou can also adjust the focus by using and or | | | | | on the projec[...]

31 Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet at the front and rear of the projector when the screen is located higher than the projector , the screen is inclined or when the installation site is slightly inclined. Install the projector so that it is as perpen- dicular to the screen as possible. [...]

32 " On-screen Display (Keystone Correction mode) KEYSTONE button UNDO button Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) Horizontal Keystone Correction V ertical Keystone Correction Note • When adjusting the Keystone setting, the placement range is changed depending on the input signal type. • Keystone correction cannot be applied to O[...]

33 Placement of the Projected Image Using the Keystone Correction Place the projector at a distance from the screen that allows images to be projected onto the screen by referring to “Screen Size and Projection Distance” on page 17. : Screen area Note • The aspect ratio of the projected image also shifts slightly when the “H Keystone” and[...]

34 Selecting the Picture Mode Y ou can select the picture setting (Memory) directly stored in “Picture Mode” on the “Picture” menu. Press on the remote control. • Each time the button is pressed while the display is on, the picture mode changes in order of: Memory OFF Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 5 Memory 4 Memory 3 Note • This function can[...]

35 480 I 480P 576 I 576P NTSC PAL SECAM 540P 1080 I 720P VGA SVGA XGA Input signal SIDE BAR SMART STRETCH Output screen image STRETCH CINEMA ZOOM 4:3 aspect ratio Letterbox 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio Squeeze 16:9 aspect ratio 4:3 aspect ratio Note • “SMART STRETCH” cannot be selected while the Keystone correction (page 32 ) is being [...]

36 Menu Items The following shows the items that can be set in the projector . Note • “T int” cannot be used with P AL, SECAM, P AL-M, P AL-N or P AL-60. • “Color”, “T int”, “Sharp”, “Clock”, “Phase”, “H-Pos”, “V -Pos” and “Auto Sync” cannot be used in the DIGIT AL mode. • “Fine Sync” menu cannot be dis[...]

37 “Options” menu “Language” menu Lamp Timer (Life) Options Main Menu Sub Menu OSD Display [ON/OFF] Auto PAL NTSC3.58 SECAM NTSC4.43 PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 Video System Background [Blue/None] Eco Mode [Eco/Standard] Auto Power Off [ON/OFF] Center Upper Right Lower Right Upper Left Lower Left Menu Position Page 47 Page 47 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49[...]

38 Using the Menu Screen Menu icons Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) ENTER button MENU button UNDO button ENTER button MENU button UNDO button Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) Example: “Picture” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode The menu can be operated to achieve two functions, adjustments and settings. (For setting the [...]

39 3 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the item you want to adjust. • The selected item is highlighted. (Example: Selecting “Bright”) To adjust the projected image while viewing it Press . • The selected single adjustment item (e.g. “Bright”) appears on the lower part of the screen.[...]

40 Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / / | ) ENTER button MENU button UNDO button Menu icons Example: “Options” menu screen The menu can be operated to achieve two functions, adjustments and settings. The “setting” item is displayed by or on the menu screen. (For adjusting the menu items, see pages 38 Example: “Picture” menu screen[...]

41 3 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the item you want to set, and then press | | | | | to dis- play the sub menu. • The selected item is highlighted. (Example: Selecting “Menu Position”) Note • Press or to return to the previous screen. • For some items, press or | to select th[...]

42 Y ou can adjust the projector ’ s picture to your preferences using the “Picture” menu. Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) Adjusting the Image Menu operation Page 38 Note • First select “Memory 1-5” or “Memory OFF” when you want to save the “Picture” menu set- tings. See page 44 for details. Example: “Picture” menu s[...]

43 Gamma Correction Function Gamma is an image quality enhancement function. Four gamma settings are available to allow for differences in the brightness of the room. Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Picture” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Gamma Modes “Gamma Adj.” is fine adjusted by following the procedure below . 1 Select “[...]

44 Picture Mode Function This function stores all items set in “Picture”. Five settings can be stored separately in “Memory 1” to “Memory 5”. Each stored setting is reassigned to each input mode (INPUT 1 to INPUT 5). Even when the input mode or signal is changed, you can easily select optimal settings from the stored settings. Menu oper[...]

45 Y ou can adjust the computer image, match the computer display mode, and confirm the input signal using the “Fine Sync” menu. Computer Image Adjustment (“Fine Sync” menu) Adjusting the Computer Image Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregulari- ties such as vertical stripes or flickering in por- tions of the screen. Menu operation P[...]

46 Auto Sync Adjustment Select whether the image is to be synchronized automatically when switching the signal with “ON” or “OFF”. Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Fine Sync” menu screen for INPUT 5 (RGB) mode Description of Auto Sync Adjustment Note • Auto Sync adjustment is also performed by pressing on the remote control. • The A[...]

47 Y ou can use the “Options” menu to enhance the usage for the projector . Checking the Lamp Life Status Y ou can confirm the cumulative lamp usage time and the remaining lamp life (percentage). Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Options” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Lamp Life Note • It is recommended that the lamp be change[...]

48 Setting the Video System The video input system mode is factory preset to “Auto”; however , a clear picture from the con- nected audio-visual equipment may not be re- ceived, depending on the video signal difference. In that case, switch the video signal. Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Options” menu screen for INPUT 4 mode Description [...]

49 Eco Mode Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Options” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Eco Mode Note • When “Eco Mode” is set to “ ” ( Eco mode), the power consumption will decrease and the lamp life will extend. (Projection brightness decreases 15 %.) Brightness 85% 100% Selectable items (Eco mode) (Standard mode) Power co[...]

50 Auto Power Off Function Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Options” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Auto Power Off Note • When the Auto Power Off function is set to “ ” (ON), 5 minutes before the projector enters the standby mode, the message “Enter ST ANDBY mode in X min.” will appear on the screen to indicate the remain[...]

51 Selecting the Menu Color This function allows you to select the color of the menu screen. Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Options” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Menu Colors The menu is displayed opaquely . The menu is displayed translucently . The part of the menu on the image becomes transparent. (Opaque) (T ranslucent) Selec[...]

52 Selecting the On-screen Display Language The projector can switch the on-screen display language among 1 1 languages: English, German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portu- guese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Example: “Language” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode 1 Press on the remote control. • The “Picture” menu will be displaye[...]

53 Cleaning the lens ■ Use a commercially available blower or lens clean- ing paper (for glasses and camera lenses) for clean- ing the lens. Do not use any liquid type cleaning agents, as they may wear off the coating film on the surface of the lens. ■ As the surface of the lens can easily get damaged, be sure not to scrape or hit the lens. Cle[...]

54 Power indicator Lamp indicator T emperature warning indicator Maintenance Indicators Maintenance Indicators ■ The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector . ■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate red, and the projector will enter the standby mode. After the [...]

55 Maintenance indicator Problem Cause Possible solution T emperature warning indicator Normal Abnormal Off Red on (Standby) The internal temperature is abnormally high. Abnormal • Blocked air intake • Relocate the projector to an area with proper ventilation. (See page 7 .) • Cooling fan break- down • Internal circuit failure • Clogged a[...]

56 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (optional: AH-57201) be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality . The lamp life (percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display . See page 47. ■ Purchase a replacement lamp of type AH-57201 from your[...]

57 Info • Make sure that you remove the lamp unit by the handle. Do not touch the glass sur- face of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector . • To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below . • Do not loosen other screws except for the lamp unit cover and lamp unit. 1 Press on the projec[...]

58 4 Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the two securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow . At this time, keep the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it. 5 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit compartment. Fasten the securing screws. 6 Replac[...]

59 Connecting Pin Assignments RS-232C Port: 9-pin D-sub male connector Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference 1 Not connected 2R D Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit 3S D Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit 4 Reserved Connected to internal circuit 5S G Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit 6 Reserved Connected to internal [...]

60 PC control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, commercially available) to the projector . (See page 27 for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table. Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard. Baud rate: 9,600[...]

61 Note • This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CR T/LCD) mode. Should this occur , turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in “CRT only” mode. Details on how to change display modes can be found in your notebook computer ’s owner ’s manual. Computer[...]

62 T roubleshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • Power to the external connected devices is off. • The selected input mode is wrong. • Cables are incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. • External output has not been set when connecting notebook computer . • “Contrast” and “[...]

63 Specifications Product type Model V ideo system Display method DLP panel Lens Projection lamp V ideo input signal S-video input signal Component input signal (INPUT 1, 2) Analog RGB/Digital (INPUT 5/DIGIT AL) Horizontal resolution Pixel clock Ve r tical frequency Horizontal frequency Computer control signal Rated voltage Input curr ent Rated fre[...]

64 Dimensions Units: inches (mm) M4 Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View M4 M4 M4 9 / 64 (3.5) 11 7 / 64 (282) 1 / 16 (1.5) 2 11 / 64 (55.05) 12 7 / 32 (310) 1 59 / 64 (48.5) 3 33 / 64 (89) 13 / 64 (5) 2 3 / 16 (55.5) 3 15 / 16 (99.95) 5 7 / 64 (129.5) 5 7 / 64 (129.5) 5 / 8 (15.5) 9 / 16 (14) 4 3 / 16 (106.3) 8 9 / 32 (210[...]

65 Glossary Aspect Ratio Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4:3. There are also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and 21:9. Auto Sync Optimizes projected computer images by auto- matically adjusting certain characteristics. Background Initial setting image projected when no signal is [...]

66 Index A AC socket ............................................................. 28 Adjustment buttons .............................................. 38 Aspect ratio .......................................................... 35 Auto Power Off ..................................................... 50 Auto Sync ......................................[...]

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EIP-1500T OWNER’S MANUAL EIKI INDUSTRIAL CO., L TD. A-Key to better communications U.S.A. EIKI International, Inc. 30251 Esperanza Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688-2132 U.S.A. Te l: 800-242-3454 (949)-457-0200 Fax : 800-457-3454 (949)-457-7878 E-Mail : usa@eiki.com Deutschland & Österreich EIKI Deutschland GmbH Am Frauwald 12 65510 Idstein De[...]