Knoll Systems HD178 manual

HD108 HD178 HD290 DLP™ Projector Users Manual v1.0[...]

2 FCC Warning Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply w ith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limit s are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gener ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and[...]

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Warnings 4 Introduction 5 Positioning the projector 7 Choosing the aspect ratio 8 Video connectors 8 Connecting a video device 9 Composite (RCA) video connection 9 S-video connection 9 Component (RCA) connection 9 SCART RGB connection 9 Digital connections 10 DVI connection 10 HDMI connection 10 Computer connections 10 RS[...]

4 Important Operating Considerations for Safety • Place the projector in a horizontal pos ition no greater than 15 degrees off axis. • Locate the projector in a well-ventilated ar ea without any obstructions to intake or exhaust vents. • Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. • Locate the[...]

5 Introduction Congratulations and thank you for your excellent choice of a superior digital image projection device. Your new Knoll projec tor is specifically designed for home cinema applications. The projector sets a high standard using the latest DLP™ technology and new DNX video processing from Pixelworks™. Whether you are watching movies [...]

6 Component RCA S - V i d e o Rear Connector Panel 12-volt DC output HDMI M1/DA/DVI Composite RCA RS-232 (not on HD108) The projector provides the following connection options: • M1-DA/DVI (Digital Visual Interface) • HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface) • Component (RCA) • SCART RGB (you must enable this connector, see page 9) ?[...]

7 Setting up the Projector There are a number of factors to consider w hen determining where to set up the projector, including the size and shape of your screen, the lo cation of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. But here are some general guidelines. NOTE: To ensure adequate cable access, do[...]

8 HD108 Projection Throw Distance 16:9 Video Screen: Screen Diagonal 92" 103" 106" 110" 122.5" 146.75" Minimum Distance 142" 158" 163" 169" 188" 225" Maximum Distance 170" 190" 195" 203" 226" 271" Screen offset 12.6" 14.1" 14.5" 15" 16.8&qu[...]

9 Video Connectors Component RCA S - V i d e o 12-volt DC output HDMI M1/DA/DVI Composite RCA RS-232 (not on HD108) The first step for connecting video is determini ng what type of output connectors your video Component RCA device has. If there is more t han one output, select the one with the highest quality. The best quality ranking, with 1 being[...]

10 Composite (RCA) video connection Plug the composite video cable’s yellow connec tor into the video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Composite connector on the projector. S-video connection If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, plug the S-video cable into the S-video c[...]

11 Computer connections You can connect a computer’s VGA connector to the M1-DA/DVI input on the projector using an M1-A cable. RS-232 connections (HD108 and HD178 only) You can control the projector from an LCD c ontrol panel or computer by connecting an RS-232 cable to the projector’s Serial control connector. Displaying an image Connect the [...]

12 Your projector has been factory optimized for adjust Picture menu options excellent performance no matter what the source . including Aspect Ratio However, if you wish to make further changes you can optimize the image using on screen menus. Adjust the Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, or Aspect Ratio in the Picture menu. See page17 for help wi[...]

13 The following tables show common problems. In some cases, more than one possible solution is provided. Try the solutions in the order they are presented. When the problem is solved, y ou can skip the additional solutions.[...]

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15 Still need assistance? If you need assistance, visit our website at www.k nollsystems.com, or call us. See the User’s Guide for support contact information. Th is product is backed by a limited warranty . An extended warranty plan may be purchased fr om your retailer or dealer. When sending the projector in for repair, we re commend shipping t[...]

16 Optimizing video images Your projector has been factory optimized for ve ry good performance no matter what the source. However, if you wish to make further changes you can optimize the image using onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 16. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint in the Picture[...]

17 The menus are grouped by usage: • The Picture menu provides image adjustments. • The Settings menu provides set-up type adjustments that are not changed often. • The Source Info menu provides a read-only display of information about the projector and source. Certain menu items may not be visible or may be grayed depending upon a particular[...]

18 Presets Presets : This allows you to customize settings and save the settings to be restored later. To restore the factory default settings, choose Factory Reset in the Settings>Service menu. To set a preset for the current source, adjust the image, select Save Settings in the Presets menu, then choose Save User 1, 2, or 3. You can recall the[...]

19 Color Space : this option applies to computer and Color space component video sources. It allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input signal. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard. To choose a different setting, turn off Auto, then choose RGB for computer sources, choose [...]

20 When Autosource is not checked, the projector defaults to Component initially, then defaults to whatever the last active source was when t he projector was powered down. To display another source, you must manually select one by pressing the Source button on the remote or keypad. This cycles through all the sources that are selected in the Sourc[...]

21 Custom key: allows you to assign a different function to the Custom key on the remote, allowing you to quickly and easily use the effect. Highlight an Custom Key effect and press Select to choose a different one. • Blank Screen : displays a solid blank image. • Freeze : takes a snapshot of the projected image. If you’re watching video, the[...]

22 Maintenance Cleaning the lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2 Lightly wipe the cleaning clot h over the lens in a circular motion. Lamp[...]

23 The lamp housing is designed to contain these fragments, but use caution when removing the lamp housing. Before replacing the lamp, cl ean the lamp compartment and dispose of cleaning materials. Make sure to wash your hands after lamp replacement. This product has a lamp, which contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose of it as required b[...]

24 Remote control discrete codes You can use these codes to program another remote to learn the projector’s remote functions. To activate discrete mode, press and hold the Custom button on the remote for 10 seconds. The backlight blinks twice when discrete mode is ent ered. The remote buttons are now remapped to new functions as listed below. To [...]

25 Supported video formats Connector Signal Type Supported formats HDMI M1-DA Digital RGB and YCrCb Digital RGB video via M1- to-DVI cable Analog RGB video via M1- to-VESA cable YPrPb video via M1-to- Component adapter 480i/50Hz/60Hz 480p/50Hz/60Hz 576i/50Hz/60Hz 576p/50Hz/60Hz 720p/50Hz/60Hz 1080i/50Hz/60Hz 1080i/50Hz (Australia) Analog Computer v[...]

26 RS232 COMMAND FORMAT All commands consist of 3 alpha characters followed by a reques t, all enclosed in parentheses. The request can be a read request (indicated by a “?”) or a write request (indicated by 1 to 4 ASCII digits). A read request format (AAA?) where ( starts the command AAA denotes the command ? denotes the read request ) ends th[...]

27 Supported commands Function Command Range Default Auto Ceiling Enable ACL 0-1 0 Auto Color Space Enable ACS 0-1 1 Auto Image AIM 0-1 0 Aspect Ratio ARZ 0-4 1 0 = N a t i v e 1 = 4 : 3 2 = 16:9 3 = Letterbox 4 = N a t u r a l W i d e Auto Power Enable APO 0-1 0 Auto Source Enable ASC 0-1 1 Auto Video Standard Enable AVS 0-1 1 Blank BLK 0-1 0 Blan[...]

28 SUPPORTED COMMANDS (CONTINUED) Function Command Range Default Language LAN 0-11 0 0 = E n g l i s h 1 = French 2 = G e r m a n 3 = I t a l i a n 4 = Japanese 5 = Korean 6 = Norwegian 7 = Portuguese 8 = R u s s i a n 9 = Chinese Simplified 10= Spanish 11- Chinese Traditional Noise Reduction Mode NRE 0-1 0 0 = O f f 1 = A u t o Noise Reduction Lev[...]

29 SUPPORTED COMMANDS (CONTINUED) Function Command Range Default Total Number of Strike TSA 0-65535 0 Attempts Vertical Position VPS 0-100 50 Video Standard VSU 0-9 0 0 = A u t o 1 = N T S C 2 = P A L 5 = S E C A M White Peaking WPK 0-10 1 Save User I Preset USI 0-1 0 Save User 2 Preset US2 0-1 0 Save User 3 Preset US3 0-1 0 Logo Capture Enable CAP[...]

30 LIMITED WARRANTY Knoll Systems, Inc. (“Knoll”) w arrants that each HD102, HD178 and HD290 (“t he Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance w ith the w ritten specifications of Knoll. Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or ent ity that purchases the Product for personal or business use and [...]