Hitachi CP-RX93EF manuale d’uso

1 Projector CP-RX93 User's Manual (detailed) Oper a ting Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector . ►Before using this product, please read all manuals for this product. Be sure to read Safety Guide first. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference. WARNING • The information in this manual is subject to chang[...]

1 About The Symbols V arious symbols are used in this manual, the user ’ s manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are described below . It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the cont[...]

2 Safety Precautions W ARNING Never use the projector if a problem should occur . Abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor , no image, no sound, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter , etc. can cause a fire or electrical shock. In such case, immediately turn off the power switch and t[...]

3 W ARNING Be cautious of High temperatures of the projector . High temperatures are generated when the lamp is lit. It could result in fire or burn. Use special caution in households where children are present. Do not touch about the lens, air fans and ventilation openings during use or immediately after use, to prevent a burn. T ake care of venti[...]

4 W ARNING Be careful in handling the light source lamp. The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp made of glass. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out. When the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and for gas containing mercury to escape from the projector ’s vent holes. Please car[...]

5 Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION Be careful in moving the projector . Neglect could result in an injury or damage. • Do not move the projector during use. Before moving, disconnect the power cord and all external connections, and close the slide lens door or attach the lens cap. • Avoid any impact or shock to the projector . • Do not [...]

6 Safety Precautions (continued) NOTE Do not give the remote control any physical impact. A physical impact could cause damage or malfunction of the remote control. • T ake care not to drop the remote control. • Do not place the projector or heavy objects on the remote control. T ake care of the lens. • Close the slide lens door or attach the[...]

7 Safety Precautions (continued) NOTE About consumables. Lamp, LCD panels, polarizors and other optical components, and air filter and cooling fans have a different lifetime in each. These parts may need to be replaced after a long usage time. • This product isn’t designed for continuous use of long time. In the case of continuous use for 6 hou[...]

8 • If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), unplug the power cord from the outlet, and make sure to request a replacement lamp from your local dealer . Note that shards of glass could damage the projector ’s internals, or cause injury during handling, so please do not try to clean the projector or replace the lamp your[...]

9 Regulatory Notices FCC Statement W arning This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: This equipment has b[...]

2 Contents Introduction ............... 3 Features . ..................... 3 Checking the contents of package ... 3 Part names . ................... 4 Setting up . ................ 7 Arrangement ................... 7 Connecting with your devices ..... 1 0 Connecting to a power supply ..... 1 3 Using the security bar and slot . . . . 14 R emote cont[...]

3 Introduction • Keep the original packing materials, for future reshipment. Be sure to use the original packing materials when moving the projector . Use special caution for the lens. • The projector may make a rattling sound when tilted, moved or shaken, since a flap to control the air flow inside of the projector has moved. Be aware that t[...]

4 Introduction P ar t names (1) Lamp cover (  56 ) The lamp unit is inside. (2) FOCUS ring (  20 ) (3) ZOOM ring (  20 ) (4) Control panel (  5 ) (5) Elevator buttons (x 2) (  20 ) (6) Elevator feet (x 2) (  20 ) (7) Remote sensor (  15 ) (8) Lens (  60 ) (9) Intake vents (10) Filter cover (  58 ) The air filter and inta[...]

5 Introduction Part names (continued) (continued on next page) AC IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO (2) (1) (1) (3) (2) (4) (7) (6) (5) R ear panel (  1 1, 12 ) Contr ol panel (1) ST ANDBY/ON button (  16 ) (2) INPUT button (  18, 25 ) (3) MENU button (  25 ) It consists of four cursor buttons. (4) ECO button (  47 ) (5) POWER indicator (  16,[...]

6 Introduction Part names (continued) R emote control (1) VIDEO button (  18 ) (2) COMPUTER button (  18 ) (3) SEARCH button (  19 ) (4) ST ANDBY / ON button (  16 ) (5) ASPECT button (  19 ) (6) AUT O button (  21 ) (7) BLANK button (  24 ) (8) MAGNIFY - ON button (  23 ) (9) MAGNIFY - OFF button (  23 ) (10) MY SOURCE/D[...]

7 Setting up Setting up Install the projector according to the environment and manner the projector will be used in. For the case of installation in a special state such as ceiling mount, the specified mounting accessories (  Specifications in the User ’ s Manual (concise) ) and service may be required. Before installing the projector , cons[...]

8 Setting up Arrangement (continued) WARNING (continued on next page) ► Install the projector where you can access the power outlet easily . If an abnormality should occur , unplug the projector urgently . Otherwise it could cause a fire or electric shock. ► Do not subject the projector to unstable conditions. If the projector falls or topples[...]

9 Setting up Arrangement (continued) ► Place the projector in a cool place with sufficient ventilation. The projector may shutdown automatically or may malfunction if its internal temperature is too high. Using a damaged projector could result in a fire and an electric shock. • Do not place the projector in direct sunlight or near hot objects[...]

10 Setting up Connecting with y our de vices Before connecting the projector to a device, consult the manual of the device to confirm that the device is suitable for connecting with this projector and prepare the required accessories, such as a cable in accord with the signal of the device. Consult your dealer when the required accessory did not c[...]

11 Setting up Connecting with your devices (continued) • Before connecting the projector to a computer , consult the computer ’s manual and check the compatibility of the signal level, the synchronization methods and the display resolution output to the projector . - Some signal may need an adapter to input this projector . - Some computers hav[...]

12 Setting up Connecting with your devices (continued) VCR/DVD/Blu-ray Disc TM player AC IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO Y C B /P B C R /P R COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT[...]

13 Connecting to a po wer supply 1. Put the connector of the power cord into the AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector . 2. Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the outlet. In a couple of seconds after the power supply connection, the POWER indicator will light up in steady orange. ►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as inco[...]

14 Using the security bar and slot A commercially available anti-theft chain or wire can be attached to the security bar on the projector . Refer to the fi gure to choose an anti-theft chain or wire. Also this product has the security slot for the Kensington lock. For details, see the manual of the security tool. ►Do not use the security bar and[...]

15 30º 3 m 30º (approx.) Remote control About the r emote control signal The remote control works with the projector ’s remote sensor . This projector has a remote sensor on the front. The sensor senses the signal within the following range when the sensor is active: 60 degrees (30 degrees to the left and right of the sensor) within 3 meters ab[...]

16 1. Make sure that the power cord is fi rmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. T ur ning on the pow er 2. Make sure that the POWER indicator is steady orange (  63 ). 3. Press ST ANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The projection lamp will light up and POWER indicator will begin blinking in green. Wh[...]

17 P ow er on/of f ►A strong light is emitted when the projector ’s power is on. Do not look into the lens of the projector or look inside of the projector through any of the projector ’s openings. ►Do not touch around the lamp cover and the exhaust vents during use or just after use, since it is too hot. WARNING 1. Press the ST ANDBY/ON bu[...]

18 Operating Operating 1. Press INPUT button on the projector . Each time you press the button, the projector switches its input port from the current port as below . Selecting an input signal INPUT button ● While ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION menu (  45 ), the projector will keep checking the ports in above order repeatedly ti[...]

19 COMPUTER IN  VIDEO Operating Selecting an aspect r a tio ● ASPECT button does not work when no proper signal is inputted. ● NORMAL mode keeps the original aspect ratio setting. 1. Press SEARCH button on the remote control. The projector will start to check its input ports as below in order to fi nd any input signals. When an input is fou[...]

20 Operating Adjusting the pr ojector's ele va tor When the place to put the projector is slightly uneven to the left or right, use the elevator feet to place the projector horizontally . Using the feet can also tilt the projector in order to project at a suitable angle to the screen, elevating the front side of the projector within 12 degrees[...]

21 Operating 1. Press POSITION button on the remote control when no menu is indicated. The “POSITION” indication will appear on the screen. Adjusting the position 2. Use the ▲/▼/◄/► cursor buttons to adjust the picture position. When you want to reset the operation, press RESET button on the remote control during the operation. T o comp[...]

22 Operating 1. Press KEYST ONE button on the remote control. A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in correcting the distortion. Cor recting the k eystone distor tions 2. Use the ◄/► buttons for adjustment. T o close the dialog and complete this operation, press KEYST ONE button again. Even if you do not do anything, the dialog will au[...]

23 Operating 1. Using the ma gnify f ea tur e 2. MAGNIFY ON/OFF button VIDEO DOC.CAMERA KEYSTONE ASPECT SEARCH BLANK MUTE MY BUTTON COMPUTER MY SOURCE/ AUTO MAGNIFY PAGE DOWN ON OFF FREEZE UP ࡯ 㧗 VOLUME   3. 4. Press the MAGNIFY ON button on the remote control. The picture will be magnifi ed, and the MAGNIFY dialog will appear on the scr[...]

24 1. Press BLANK button on the remote control. The BLANK screen will be displayed instead of the screen of input signal. Please refer to BLANK item in SCREEN menu (  39 ). T o exit from the BLANK screen and return to the input signal screen, press BLANK button again. T empor aril y blanking the scr een ● The projector automatically exits from[...]

25 Operating 1. T o start the MENU, press the MENU button. The MENU you last used (EASY or ADV ANCED) will appear . EASY MENU has priority to appear just after powered on. Using the menu function 2. (1) Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons to select an item to operate. If you want to change it to the ADV ANCED MENU, select the ADV ANCED MENU. (2) Use the[...]

26 Using the menu function (continued) 3. T o close the MENU, press the MENU button again or select EXIT and press the ◄ cursor button or ENTER button. Even if you do not do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after about 30 seconds. ● If you want to move the menu position, use the cursor buttons after pressing the POSITION button[...]

27 EASY MENU EASY MENU From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description ASPECT Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio. See the ASPECT item in IMAGE menu (  32 ). KEYSTONE Using the ◄/► [...]

28 EASY MENU Item Description ECO MODE Using the ◄/► buttons switches ECO MODE. See the ECO MODE item in SETUP menu (  38 ). INST ALLA TION Pressing the ► button displays the INST ALLA TION dialog. See the INST ALLA TION item in SETUP menu (  38 ). RESET Performing this item resets all of the EASY MENU items except the FIL TER TIME and [...]

29 PICTURE menu PICTURE menu From the PICTURE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description BRIGHTNESS Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the brightness. Dar[...]

30 PICTURE menu (continued on next page) Item Description COLOR TEMP Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the color temperature mode. T o adjust CUST OM Selecting a mode whose name includes CUSTOM and then pressing the ► button or the ENTER button displays a dialog to aid you in adjusting the OFFSET and GAIN of the selected mode. OFFSET adjustments[...]

31 PICTURE menu Item Description SHARPNESS Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the sharpness. Weak  Strong • There may be some noise and/or the screen may flicker for a moment when an adjustment is made. This is not a malfunction. MY MEMOR Y This projector has 4 memories for adjustment data (for all the items of the PICTURE menu). Selecting a f[...]

32 IMAGE menu IMAGE menu From the IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description ASPECT Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio. F[...]

33 IMAGE menu Item Description V POSITION Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the vertical position. Down  Up • Over-adjusting the vertical position may cause noise to appear on the screen. If this occurs, please reset the vertical position to the default setting. Pressing the RESET button when the V POSITION is selected will reset the V POSITIO[...]

34 IMAGE menu Item Description H PHASE Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the horizontal phase to eliminate flicker . Right  Left • This item can be selected only for a computer signal or a component video signal. H SIZE Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the horizontal size. Small  Large • This item can be selected only for a computer sig[...]

35 INPUT menu INPUT menu From the INPUT menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description PROGRESSIVE Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the progress mode. TV ?[...]

36 INPUT menu Item Description VIDEO FORMA T The video format for VIDEO port can be set. Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for video format. AUTO  NTSC  P AL  SECAM N-P AL  M-P AL  NTSC4.43 • This item is performed only for video signal from the VIDEO port. • The AUT O mode automatically selects the optimum mode. • Th[...]

37 INPUT menu Item Description RESOLUTION The resolution for the COMPUTER IN input signal can be set on this projector . (1) In the INPUT menu select the RESOLUTION using the ▲/▼ buttons and press the ► button. The RESOLUTION menu will be displayed. (2) In the RESOLUTION menu select the resolution you wish to display using the ▲/▼ buttons[...]

38 SETUP menu SETUP menu From the SETUP menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description KEYSTONE Using the ◄/► buttons corrects the vertical keystone dist[...]

39 SCREEN menu SCREEN menu From the SCREEN menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description LANGUAGE Using the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons switches the OSD (On Scr[...]

40 SCREEN menu Item Description MyScreen This item allows you to capture an image for use as a MyScreen image which can be used as the BLANK screen and ST AR T UP screen. Display the image you want to capture before executing the following procedure. 1. Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “MyScreen”. It will ask you if you start captur[...]

41 SCREEN menu Item Description MyScreen Lock Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the MyScreen lock function. ON  OFF When the ON is selected, the item MyScreen is locked. Use this function for protecting the current MyScreen. • This function cannot be selected when the ON is selected to the MyScreen P ASSWORD item in SECURITY menu (  52[...]

42 SCREEN menu Item Description SOURCE NAME Each input port for this projector can have a name applied to it. (1) Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SCREEN menu to select SOURCE NAME and press the ► or ENTER button. The SOURCE NAME menu will be displayed. (2) Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SOURCE NAME menu to select the port to be named and press the[...]

43 SCREEN menu Item Description SOURCE NAME ( continued ) (6) The current name will be displayed on the first line. Use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons and the ENTER or INPUT button to select and enter characters. T o erase 1 character at one time, press the RESET button or press the ◄ and INPUT button at the same time. Also if you move the cursor t[...]

44 SCREEN menu Item Description C.C. (Closed Caption) The C.C. is the function that displays a transcript or dialog of the audio portion of a video, files or other presentation or other relevant sounds. It is required to have NTSC format video or 480i@60 format component video source supporting C.C. feature to utilize this function. It may not wor[...]

45 OPTION menu OPTION menu From the OPTION menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item, except for the items LAMP TIME and FIL TER TIME. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description AUTO SEARCH Using [...]

46 OPTION menu Item Description LAMP TIME The lamp time is the usage time of the lamp, counted after the last resetting. It is shown in the OPTION menu. Pressing the RESET button on the remote control or the ► button of the projector displays a dialog. T o reset the lamp time, select the OK using the ► button. CANCEL  OK • Please reset the[...]

47 OPTION menu Item Description MY BUTT ON This item assigns one of the following functions to the ECO button on the control panel (  5 ) and MY BUTT ON 1/2 on the remote control (  6 ). (1) Choose a button to assign a function from ECO, MY BUTT ON-1 and MY BUTT ON-2. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the desired function on the menu and pres[...]

48 OPTION menu Item Description MY SOURCE Using ▲/▼ buttons selects the picture input port to be selected with pressing the MY SOURCE/DOC.CAMERA button on the remote control. Y ou can use this function not only for document cameras but also computers and other equipment. VIDEO  COMPUTER IN SERVICE Selecting this item displays the SERVICE men[...]

49 OPTION menu Item Description SERVICE (continued) GHOST Adjust the settings using the ▲/▼ buttons to eliminate ghosting. FIL TER MESSAGE Use the ▲/▼ button to set the timer for notifying by the message when to replace the filter unit 100h  200h  500h  1000h  2000h  3000h  4000h  5000h  OFF After choosing an item e[...]

50 OPTION menu Item Description SERVICE (continued) INFORMA TION Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “INPUT_INFORMA TION”. It shows the information about the current input. • The “FRAME LOCK” message on the dialog means the frame lock function is working. • This item can't be selected for no signal and sync out. • When t[...]

51 SECURITY menu This projector is equipped with security functions. From the SECURITY menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. T o use SECURITY menu: User registration is required before using the security functions. Enter to the SECURITY menu 1. Press the ► button. The ENTER P ASSWORD box will be displayed. 2. Use the ▲/▼/◄/[...]

52 SECURITY menu Item Description MyScreen P ASSWORD The MyScreen P ASSWORD function can be used to prohibit access to the MyScreen function and prevent the currently registered MyScreen image from being overwritten. 1 T urning on the MyScreen P ASSWORD 1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select MyScreen P ASSWORD and press the ► [...]

53 SECURITY menu Item Description PIN LOCK PIN LOCK is a function which prevents the projector from being used unless a registered Code is input. 1 T urning on the PIN LOCK 1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select PIN LOCK and press the ► button or the ENTER button to display the PIN LOCK on/off menu. 1-2 Use the ▲/▼ buttons[...]

54 SECURITY menu Item Description MY TEXT P ASSWORD The MY TEXT P ASSWORD function can prevent the MY TEXT from being overwritten. When the password is set for the MY TEXT ; • The MY TEXT DISPLA Y menu will be unavailable, which can prohibit changing the DISPLA Y setting. • The MY TEXT WRITING menu will be unavailable, which can prevent the MY [...]

55 SECURITY menu Item Description MY TEXT DISPLA Y (1) Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY menu to select the MY TEXT DISPLA Y and press the ► or ENTER button to display the MY TEXT DISPLA Y on/off menu. (2) Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the MY TEXT DISPLA Y on/of f menu to select on or off. ON  OFF When it is set ON, the MY TEXT will be disp[...]

56 Maintenance Maintenance A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor . Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. T o prepare a new [...]

57 Maintenance Lamp war ning Replacing the lamp (continued) HIGH VOL T AGE HIGH TEMPERA TURE HIGH PRESSURE ► The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a dif ferent lifetime, and some may burst or bur[...]

58 Maintenance (continued on next page) Please check and clean the air filter periodically . When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter , comply with it as soon as possible. Replace the filters when they are damaged or too soiled. T o prepare the new filters, make contact with your dealer and tell the following type nu[...]

59 Maintenance Cleaning and replacing the air filter (continued) 9. T urn the projector on and reset the filter time using the FIL TER TIME item in the EASY MENU. ►Before taking care of the air filter , make sure the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool sufficiently . T aking care of the air filter in a high temper[...]

60 Maintenance Other car e In order to ensure the safe use of your projector , please have it cleaned and inspected by your dealer about once every year . 1. T urn the projector of f, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently . 2. After making sure that the projector is cool adequately , lightly wipe the lens with a comme[...]

61 T roubleshooting T roubleshooting If an abnormal operation should occur , stop using the projector immediately . Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector , the following checks and measures are recommended before requesting repair . If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service company . They will tell you w[...]

62 Message Description The internal temperature is rising. Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least 20 minutes. After having confirmed the following items, please turn the power ON again. • Is there blockage of the air passage aperture? • Is the air filter dirty? • Does the peripheral temperature exceed 35°C[...]

63 T roubleshooting R e gar ding the indicator lamps When operation of the LAMP , TEMP and POWER indicators differs from usual, check and cope with it according to the following table. POWER indicator LAMP indicator TEMP indicator Description Lighting In Orange T urned off T urned off The projector is in a standby state. Please refer to the section[...]

64 T roubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps (continued) • When the interior portion has become overheated, for safety purposes, the projector is automatically shut down, and the indicator lamps may also be turned off. In such a case, disconnect the power cord, and wait at least 45 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, [...]

65 R esetting all settings If you have any problem correcting some wrong settings, you can use the F ACTOR Y RESET function under the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu (  50 ) to reset all settings (except LANGUAGE, LAMP TIME, FIL TER TIME, FIL TER MESSAGE and SECURITY) to factory default. Be sure to set AL TITUDE after resetting all the settings [...]

66 Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect Reference page Video screen display freezes. The FREEZE function is working. Press FREEZE button to restore the screen to normal. 24 Colors have a faded- out appearance, or Color tone is poor . Color settings are not correctly adjusted. Perform picture adjustments by changing the COLOR TEMP , COLOR[...]

67 Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect Reference page Some kind of image degradation such as flickering or stripes appear on screen. When the projector is operating in Eco mode, flickering may appear on screen. Set ECO MODE to NORMAL, and set AUTO ECO MODE to OFF , in the SETUP menu. 38 The OVER SCAN ratio is too big. Adjust OVER SCAN[...]

68 Specifications Specifications Please see the Specifications in the User ’ s Manual (concise) which is a book.[...]

1 Resolution (H x V) H. frequency (kHz) V . frequency (Hz) Rating Signal mode 720 x 400 37.9 85.0 VESA TEXT 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 VESA VGA (60Hz) 640 x 480 37.9 72.8 VESA VGA (72Hz) 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 VESA VGA (75Hz) 640 x 480 43.3 85.0 VESA VGA (85Hz) 800 x 600 35.2 56.3 VESA SVGA (56Hz) 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 VESA SVGA (60Hz) 800 x 600 48.1 72.2 VESA[...]

2 Initial set signals Initial set signals The following signals are used for the initial settings. The signal timing of some PC models may be dif ferent. In such case, adjust the items V POSITION and H POSITION in the IMAGE menu. Resolution (H x V) Horizontal signal timing (μs) V ertical signal timing (lines) Signal mode (A) (B) (C) (D) (a) (b) (c[...]

3 Connection to the por ts Connection to the ports NO TICE ►Use the cables with straight plugs, not L-shaped ones, as the input ports of the projector are recessed.               A COMPUTER D-sub 15pin mini shrink jack <Computer signal> • Video signal: RGB separate, Analog, 0.[...]

4 Connection to the por ts (continued) B VIDEO RCA jack • System: NTSC, P AL, SECAM, P AL-M, P AL-N, NTSC4.43, P AL (60Hz) • 1.0±0.1Vp-p, 75Ω terminator AC IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO B[...]

5 AC IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO Y C B /P B C R /P R COMPONENT VIDEO OUT T o input component video signal to COMPUTER IN ports ex. Connection to the por ts (continued) T o input component video signal to the COMPUTER IN port of the projector , use a RCA to D-sub cable or adapter . For about the pin description of the required cable or adapter , refer to t[...]

1 ENGLISH Projector CP-RX93 User's Manual (concise) Thank you for purchasing this projector . Please read through this manual before using this product, in order to use safely and utilize well the product. WARNING ►Before using this product, be sure to read all manuals for this product. After reading them, store them in a safe place for futu[...]

2 Fir st of all Entries and g ra phical symbols e xplana tion The following entries and graphical symbols are used for the manuals and the product as follows, for safety purpose. Please know their meanings beforehand, and heed them. Impor tant saf ety instr uction The followings are important instructions for safely using the product. Be sure to fo[...]

3 ENGLISH R e gula tor y notices About Electro-Ma gnetic Interference In CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. In the US, and other places where the FCC regulations are applicable Declaration of Conformity T rade name HIT ACHI Model Number CP-RX93 Responsible Party Hitachi America, Ltd. Address 900 Hitachi way , Chu[...]

4 Contents of pac ka ge Y our projector should come with the items shown below . Check that all the items are included. Require of your dealer immediately if any items are missing. (1) Remote control with two AA batteries (2) Power cord (3) Computer cable (4) User ’ s manuals (Book x1, CD x1) NO TE • Keep the original packing materials for futu[...]

5 ENGLISH Pr eparing f or the r emote control Please insert the batteries into the remote control before using it. If the remote control starts to malfunction, try to replace the batteries. If you will not use the remote control for long period, remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place. 1. Holding the hook part of[...]

6 WARNING ►Install the projector where you can access the power outlet easily. ►Install the projector in a stable horizontal position. • Do not use any mounting accessories except the accessories specified by the manufacturer. Read and keep the manuals of the accessories used. • For special installation such as ceiling mounting, be sure to[...]

7 ENGLISH Connecting with y our de vices Before connecting the projector to a device, consult the manual of the device to confirm that the device is suitable for connecting with this projector and prepare the required accessories, such as a cable in accord with the signal of the device. Consult your dealer when the required accessory did not come [...]

8 Connecting po wer supply 1. Put the connector of the power cord into the AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector . 2. Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the outlet. In a couple of seconds after the power supply connection, the POWER indicator will light up in steady orange. Please remember that when the DIRECT POWER ON function activated, the con[...]

9 ENGLISH T ur ning on the pow er 1. Make sure that the power cord is fi rmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. 2. Make sure that the POWER indicator is steady orange. 3. Press the ST ANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The projection lamp will light up and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in green[...]

10 Adjusting the pr ojector's ele va tor When the place to put the projector is slightly uneven to the left or right, use the elevator feet to place the projector horizontally . Using the feet can also tilt the projector in order to project at a suitable angle to the screen, elevating the front side of the projector within 12 degrees. This pro[...]

11 ENGLISH Displaying the pictur e 1. Activate your signal source. T urn the signal source on, and make it send the signal to the projector . 2. Press the INPUT button on the projector . Each time you press the button, the projector switches its input port in turn. Y ou can also use the remote control to select an input signal. Press the VIDEO butt[...]

12 T ur ning of f the pow er 1. Press the ST ANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The message “Power off?” will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. 2. Press the ST ANDBY/ON button again while the message appears. The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in orange. Then the POWER indica[...]

13 ENGLISH R eplacing the lamp A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor . Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. T o prepare a [...]

14 HIGH VOL T AGE HIGH TEMPERA TURE HIGH PRESSURE WARNING ►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. In addition,[...]

15 ENGLISH Please check and clean the air filter periodically . When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter , comply with it as soon as possible. Replace the filters when they are damaged or too soiled. T o prepare the new filters, make contact with your dealer and tell the following type number . T ype number : NJ2742 [...]

16 NO TE • The information in the CD-ROM is subject to change without notice. Please check our website where you may find the latest information for this projector . (  18 ) • No responsibility is taken for any obstacle and defect to hardware and software of your computer as a result of the use of the CD-ROM. • All or Any part of the info[...]

17 ENGLISH Item Specification Product name Liquid crystal projector Liquid Crystal Panel 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) Lamp 200 W UHB Power supply/ Rated current AC 100-120 V : 2.9 A, AC 220-240 V : 1.4 A Power consumption AC 100-120 V : 290 W , AC 220-240 V : 270 W T emperature range 5 ~ 35 °C (Operating) Size 306 (W) x 77 (H) [...]

18 T r oubleshooting - W ar r anty and after-ser vice If an abnormal operation (such as smoke, strange odor or excessive sound) should occur , stop using the projector immediately . Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector , first refer to “T roubleshooting” of User ’ s Manual - Operating Guide and run through the suggested checks. I[...]

1 9 ENGLISH Screen size (diagonal) 4 : 3 screen 16 : 9 screen Projection distance Screen height Screen height Projection distance Screen height Screen height min. max. min. max. type (inch) m m inch m inch cm inch cm inch m inch m inch cm inch cm inch 30 0.8 0.9 34 1.0 40 39 15 7 3 0.9 37 1.1 44 36 14 1 0 40 1.0 1.2 46 1.4 54 52 21 9 3 1.3 50 1.5 5[...]

2 0 F-3 ・ Suspended from the ceiling ・ On a horizontal surface F-1 F-2 Computer AC IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO[...]

21 ENGLISH F-4 VCR/DVD/Blu-ray Disc TM player AC IN COMPUTER IN VIDEO Y C B /P B C R /P R COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT[...]

22 [unit: mm] 306 221 77 83 AC IN F-5[...]

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