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    1 English T able of Contents ................................................................................... 1 Usage Notice .......................................................................................... 2 Safety Information ......................................................................................... 2 Precautions.......[...]

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    2 English Usage Notice Safety Informations The lightning  ash with arrow head within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suf cient magni- tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within [...]

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    3 English Usage Notice  When the lamp reaches the end of its life, 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” section on pages 48-49. Precautions Please follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user[...]

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    4 English Usage Notice Do:    Turn off the product before cleaning.    Use a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent to clean the display housing.    Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if the product is not being used for a long period of time. Don’t:    Do not block the ventilation slots and openi[...]

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    5 English Usage Notice Eye Safety Warnings ▀ ■ Avoid staring directly into the projector’s beam of light at all times. ▀ ■ Minimize standing facing into the beam. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible. ▀ ■ Using a stick is recommended to avoid the need for the pre- senter to enter the beam. ▀ ■ Ensure that projectors are [...]

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    6 English Introduction Product Features This product is a Short throw XGA single chip 0.55” DLP ® projector. Outstanding features include:  True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels  Texas Instruments Single chip DLP ® Technology  Computer Compatibility: Apple Macintosh, iMac, and VESA Standards: UXGA, SXGA+, SXGA, WXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA ?[...]

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    7 English Introduction Power Cord 1.8m IR Remote Control 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. Documentation :  User’s Manual  Warranty Card  Quick Start Card  WEEE Card  Due to the differ[...]

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    8 English Introduction VGA-Out VGA-In/S CART DVH S-Video Video RS-232 USB RJ-45 Audio-In Audio-L Audio- 1. IR Receivers 2. Control Panel 3. Focus 4. Projection Lens Main Unit Product Overview 5. Power Socket 6. Connection Ports 7. Security bar 1 4 3 5 6 7 1 2[...]

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    9 English Introduction Control Panel 1. On/Standby and Power LED 2. Lamp LED 3. Temp LED 4. Menu 5. Source 6. Re-Sync 7. Enter 8. IR Receiver 9. Four Directional Select Keys 10. Keystone Correction 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 5 10 6[...]

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    10 English Introduction Connection Ports 1. VGA-Out Connector (Monitor Loop-through Output) 2. VGA-In/SCART Connector (PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/SCART) 3. DVI-I Connector (PC Digital (HDCP)/PC Analog/Component Video Input) 4. S-Video Input Connector 5. Composite Video Input Connector 6. RS-232 Connector 7. USB Connector (Connect t[...]

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    1 1 English 1. Button LED 2. Power On/Off 3. Page Up 4. Mouse Right Click 5. Four Directional Select Keys 6. Re-Sync 7. Page Down 8. Volume +/- 9. Zoom 10. AV mute 11. Video Source 12. VGA Source 13. Freeze 14. S-Video Source 15. DVI Source 16. Brightness 17. Menu 18. Keystone +/- 19. Source 20. Enter 21. Mouse Left Click 22. PC/Mouse control 23. N[...]

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    12 English Installation Connecting the Projector  Due to the difference in applications for each country, some regions may have different accessories. Connect to Computer/Notebook 1............................................................................................................... Power Cord 2.......................................[...]

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    13 English Installation Connect to Video Sources 1............................................................................................................... Power Cord 2...................................................Composite Video Cable (Optional accessories) 3 ................................................................... S-Video Ca[...]

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    14 English Installation Powering On/Off the Projector  Turn on the projector  rst and then select the signal sources. Lens Cap 1 ON/STANDBY Power LED 2 Powering On the Projector 1. Remove th e lens cap.  2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected.  The Power LED will be Amber. 3. Turn on the lamp by pressin[...]

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    15 English Installation Warning Indicator  When the “LAMP” indicator lights red, the projector will automatically shut itself down. Please contact your local reseller or service center. See pages 55-56.  When the “TEMP” indicator lights red, it indicates the projector has overheated. The projector will automatically shut itself down. [...]

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    16 English Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector’s Height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1. Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the underside of the projector. 2. Rotate the four adjustable rings counter clockwise to raise the projector or [...]

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    17 English Installation Adjusting the Projector’s Focus Adjusting Projection Image Size To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 1.6 to 12.1 feet (0.5 to 3.7 meters). Hd 82.0" (208.3cm) 123.0" (312.5cm) 164.0" (416.7cm) 205.1" (520.8cm) 246.1" (625.0cm)[...]

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    18 English User Controls Control Panel & Remote Control There are two ways for you to control the functions: Control Panel and Remote Control. Using the Control Panel ON/STANDBY Power LED Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 14-15. Indicate the projector’s status. Lamp LED Indicate the projector’s lamp status. Temp[...]

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    19 English User Controls Using the Remote Control Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 14-15. PC/Mouse control The PC/Mouse control can be used to con- trol mouse movement. The mouse function is enabled using the USB cable to connect your computer and the projector. L Button Mouse left click. R Button Mouse right cli[...]

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    20 English User Controls Video RS-232 USB RJ-45 Audio-Out Audio-In Video RS-232 USB RJ-45 Audio-Out Audio-In USB cable to USB port to USB port  When the projector is connected to PC via the USB cable, the remote will work as a mouse for control. Using the Remote Control DVI Press “DVI” to choose DVI-I source. VGA Press “VGA” to choose so[...]

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    21 English User Controls 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 or Projector Keypad. 2 When OSD is displayed, use keys to select[...]

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    22 English User Controls Menu Tree  (*) “Signal” menu is only supported in Analog VGA (RGB) signal. *[...]

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    23 English User Controls Image Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.  Presentation: Good color and brightness from PC input.  Bright: Maximum brightness from PC input.  Movie: For home theater .  sRGB: Standardised accurate color.  Blackboard: This mode should be selected to achieve optimu[...]

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    24 English User Controls Color Select the Red/Green/Blue Gain for brightness adjustments and Bias for contrast adjustments for the whole picture. Individual color adjustments for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow can also be adjusted. Reset Choose “Yes” to return the factory default settings for color adjustments. Image | Color Image Sharpness Adjust the s[...]

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    25 English User Controls Image | Advanced Degamma This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been ne-tuned to bring out the best image quality for the input.  Film: for home theater.  Video: for video or TV source.  Graphics: for image source.  PC: for PC or computer source. White Peaking This adjustable item utilizes a new c[...]

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    26 English User Controls Image | Advanced Input Source Enable input sources. Press “ ” into the next menu as below and then use or to select. Press “Enter” to  nalize the selection. The projector will not search inputs that are de-selected.[...]

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    27 English User Controls Display Format Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.  4:3: This format is for 4x3 input sources not enhanced for Wide screen TV.  16:9 I: This format is for 16x9 input sources, like HDTV and DVD enhanced for Wide screen TV. (Better format: 576i/p)  16:9 II: This format is for 16x9 input sources, li[...]

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    28 English User Controls window format LBX format 16 : 9-I format or or 16 : 9-II format 4 : 3 format Input Signal Display area Picture area Display on Screen[...]

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    29 English User Controls Overscan Overscan function removes the noise in a video image. Overscan the im age to remo ve vide o e ncodi ng noise on t he edge of vi deo source. Zoom  Press the to reduce the size of an image.  Press the to magnify an image on the projection screen. H Image Shift Shift the projected image position horizontally. V [...]

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    30 English User Controls Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Press or into the sub menu and then use the or key to select your preferred language. Press “Enter” to  nalize the selection. Setup | Language[...]

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    31 English User Controls Setup Projection  Front-Desktop The factory default setting.  Rear-Desktop When you select this function, the projector reverses the im age so you can project behind a translucent screen.  Front-Ceiling When you select this function, the projector turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection.  Rear[...]

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    32 English User Controls Setup Projector ID Allow the RS232 control of an individual projector. Range 00-99. Mute  Choose the “On” to turn mute on.  Choose the “Off” to turn mute off. Volume  Press the to decrease the volume.  Press the to increase the volume. Setup RS232  RS232: Allow RS232 control of an individual projector[...]

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    33 English User Controls Setup | Security Security Settings  On: Choose “On” to use security verication when the turning on the projector.  Off: Choose “Off” to be able to switch on the projector without password verication. Security Timer Select the time (Month/Day/Hour) function to set the number of hours the projector can be [...]

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    34 English User Controls Setup | Security ■ First Time: 1. T h ePasswordis4di g it s,DEF AULTV A LU Eis“12 3 4 ” .(  rsttime) 2. Us en umbe rbu tt onsonth eremotetos electyourpass word,andth en press “Enter ” ke ytoco nr myourselect ion . Change P[...]

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    35 English User Controls Setup | Signal Phase Synchronize the signal timing of the display with the graphic card. If you experience an unstable or  ickering image, use this function to correct it. Frequency Change the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer’s graphic card. If you experience a vertical  ickering bar, u[...]

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    36 English User Controls Setup | Advanced Logo Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting from one to another, when you exit the OSD menu, the new setting will take effect on next open.  Optoma: The default startup screen of Optoma projector.  Neutral: No logo is displayed.[...]

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    37 English User Controls Setup | Network Network State To display network information. DHCP Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting from one to another, when you exit the OSD menu, the new setting will take effect on next open.  On: Assign an IP address to the projector from the DHCP server automaticall[...]

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    38 English User Controls 1. Fill in a new IP, a subnet mask, a gateway and a DNS in the dialogue box. 2. Then choose apply and press “ ” button to effectuate the con guration process. 3. Open your web browser and type in from the OSD LAN screen then the web page will display as below: 4. Open “ Control Panel” to control your projector. F[...]

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    39 English User Controls Step 3: To open Network Connections, click Start , click Control Panel , click Network and Internet Connections , and then click Network Connections . Click the connection you want to con gure, and then, under Network Tasks , click Change settings of this connection . Step 4: On the General tab, under This connection use[...]

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    40 English User Controls Source Lock  On: The projector will search specied connection port.  Off: The projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. High Altitude Choose “On” to turn on High Altitude mode. Operates the fans at full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of the projec[...]

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    41 English User Controls Opt ions | Adv ance d Direct Power On Choose “On” to turn on Direct Power On mode. The projector will automatically power on when AC power is supplied, without pressing the “ON/STANDBY” key on the projector control panel or “ Power ” key on the remote control. Eco. Standby power (<1W)  On: Choose “On” [...]

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    42 English User Controls Options | Lamp Settings Lamp Hours Display the projection time. Lamp Reminder Choose this function to show or to hide the warning message when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will appear 30 hours before suggested replacement of lamp. Brightness Mode  STD: Choose “STD” to dim the projector lamp whi[...]

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    43 English Appendices Image Problems No image appears on-screen  Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and securely connected as described in the “Installation” section.  Ensure all the pins of connectors are not bent or broken.  Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please refer to the “Replac[...]

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    44 English Appendices 6. Select the “Change” button under the “Monitor” tab. 7. Click on “Show all devices”. Next, select “Standard monitor types” under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need under the “Models” box. 8. Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is lower than or equal to UXGA (1600 x 1200)[...]

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    45 English Appendices Image has vertical ickering bar  Use “Frequency” to make an adjustment. See page 35 for more information.  Check and recongure the display mode of your graphic card to make it compatible with the projector. Image is out of focus  Make sure the lens cap is removed.  Adjusts the Focus Ring on the projector [...]

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    46 English Appendices Intermission Problems The projector stops responding to all controls  If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 60 seconds before reconnecting power. Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound  When the lamp reaches its end of life, it will burn out and may make a loud popping sound. [...]

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    47 English Appendices Message Reminders  Fan failed:  Temperature warning:  Lamp Warning:  Source Message: Remote Control Problems If the remote control does not work  Check the operating angle for the remote control is approximately ±22.5°.  Make sure there are no obstructions between the remote control and the projector. Move [...]

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    48 English Appendices Replacing the lamp The projector automatically detects the lamp life. When the lamp life is nearing the end of use, you will receive a warning message. When you see this message, please contact your local reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at l ea[...]

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    49 English Appendices 5 1 2 3 4 Lamp Replacement Procedure: 1. Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the “Power” button. 2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least 30 minutes. 3. Disconnect the power cord. 4. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the 2 screws from the cover.  5. Push up and remove the cover.  6. Use a screwdriver[...]

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    50 English Appendices Compatibility Modes Mode Resolution V-Sync (Hz) Analog Digital VGA 640 x 350 70, 85 70, 85 VGA 640 x 400 85 85 VGA 640 x 480 60, 72, 75, 85 60, 72, 75, 85 VGA 720 x 400 70, 85 70, 85 SVGA 800 x 600 56, 60, 72, 75, 85 56, 60, 72, 75, 85 XGA 1024 x 768 60, 70, 75, 85 60, 70, 75, 85 SXGA 1152 x 864 70, 75, 85 70, 75, 85 SXGA 1280[...]

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    51 English Appendices RS232 Commands Pin no. Spec. 1 N/A 2 RXD 3 TXD 4 N/A 5 GND 6 N/A 7 N/A 8 N/A 9 N/A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RS232 Pin Assignments Pin no. Name I/O (From Projector Side) 1 TXD OUT 2 RXD IN 3 GND __ 1 2 3[...]

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    52 English Appendices RS232 Pr otocol Function List RS232 Commands Baud Rate : 9600 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None Stop Bits: 1 Flow Control : None UART16550 FIFO: Disable Projector Return (Pass): P Projector Return (Fail): F XX=01-99, projector's ID, XX=00 is for all projectors SEND to projector -------------------------- -------------------------[...]

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    53 English Appendices SEND to projector -------------------------- ----------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- ------------------------------------- --------------------------------------- ------------------------- 232 ASCII Code HEX Code Function Des cr iption -------------------------- ---------------------------[...]

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    54 English Appendices  Please note that damage result- ing from incorrect installation will invalidate the warranty. Ceiling Mount Installation 1. To prevent damaging your projector, please use the Optoma’s recommended mount package for installation. 2. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please ensure the screws used to att[...]

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    55 English Appendices Optoma Global Ofces Forserviceorsupportpleasecontactyourlocalofce. USA 715 Sycamore Drive Tel : 408-383-3700 Milpitas, CA 95035, USA Fax : 408-383-3702 www.optomausa.com Service : services@optoma.com Canada 5630 Kennedy Road, Mississauga, ON, L4Z 2A9, Canada Tel : 905-361-2582 www.optoma.ca Fax : [...]

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    56 English Appendices Korean WOOMI TECH.CO.,LTD. 4F,Minu Bldg.33-14, Kangnam-Ku, Tel : +82+2+34430004 seoul,135-815, KOREA Fax : +82+2+34430005 Japanese 東京都足立区綾瀬3-25-18 株式会社オーエスエム E-mail : info@osscreen.com サポートセンター: 0120-46-5040  www.os-worldwide.com Taiwan 5F., No. 108, Minchiuan Rd. Tel :[...]

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    57 English Appendices Regulation & Safety notices Thisappendixliststhegeneralnoticesofyourprojector. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful i[...]

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    58 English Appendices Operation conditions 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. Notice: Canadian users This Clas[...]