JVC DLA-QX1G manual

DLA-QX1G INSTR UCTIONS SUPER PR OJECT OR MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS : SUPER PROJECTEUR LOCK UNLOCK HIDE EXIT ZOOM KEYSTONE SHUTTER DIGITAL ZOOM SHIFT FOCUS VIC1 VIC2 VIC 3 MENU ENTER OPERATE BACK LIGHT T W T W ON OFF RM-MQX1G REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (Lenses are not supplied.) LCT0963-002A For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on th[...]

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2 Thank y ou for pur chasing this projector . Before using it, read and f ollow all instructions carefully to take full adv antage of the pr ojector’ s capabilities. SAFETY PRECA UTIONS W ARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NO T EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE T O RAIN OR MOISTURE. CA UTION : To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove co[...]

3 ENGLISH SAFETY PRECA UTIONS (Cont.) IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety . But IMPROPER USE CAN RESUL T IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD . In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this product, observe t[...]

4 SAFETY PRECA UTIONS (Cont.) – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These ensure reliable operation of the product and protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. (The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. It should not be placed i[...]

5 ENGLISH – This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional projector appliances and can be used in the following environments. • Controlled EMC environment (for example purpose built broadcasting or recording studio), and the r[...]

6 SAFETY PRECA UTIONS ........................... 2 Accessories ............................................... 7 Contr ols and Features .............................. 8 Front Side / T op Surface / Right Side .................... 8 Left-hand side / Back Side .................................... 9 Control Panel ......................................[...]

7 ENGLISH Remote control unit (RM-MQX1G) AA/R6-size dry cell battery ( × 2) (for checking operation) Power code [approx. 9.8 ft (3.0 m)] Remote control cable [approx. 49.2 ft (15 m)] Accessories The follo wing accessories are included with this pr ojector . Chec k for them; if any item is missing, please contact your dealer . Inf ormation on separ[...]

8 Contr ols and Features Fr ont Side / T op Surface / Right Side 1 Handles They are set in place when shipped from the factory . T o carry this projector , use them. Y ou can remove them if necessary . For details, refer to “T o remove the handles” on page 9. 2 Adjustable feet They are set at the shortest position when shipped from the factory [...]

9 ENGLISH Contr ols and Features (cont.) Left-hand side / Bac k Side 9 , w Intake area (filter) Air is taken in through this area to cool the light-source lamp. If this area is blocked or if something that obstructs taking-in or exhausted air is placed around the projector , heat may build up inside and could cause a fire. For details, refer to “[...]

10 Controls and Features (cont.) Control P anel 1 OPERA TE indicator ON: When the projector is in operation (projecting) OPERA TE button Press this button for one or more seconds while the projector is in stand-by mode, the MAIN POWER switch is turned on and the OPERA TE indicator lights up. Press it again, and the projector goes into the cool-down[...]

11 ENGLISH Controls and Features (cont.) Control P anel (Cont.) 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 ZOOM FOCUS T W + – MENU ENTER EXIT VIC SELECT 1 2 3 KEY STONE OPERATE HIDE STAND BY we 9q p About status code Normal indications Code Status 00 The projector is in stand-by mode. 01 The projector is in normal status. 06 The projector is in the cool-down mode. (enable t[...]

12 Controls and Features (cont.) Connector P anel 1 REMO TE terminal (mini jack) This terminal is used to directly connect the remote con- trol unit to the projector . Use the remote control cable sup- plied. 2 RS-232C OUT terminal (D-sub 9 pin) This is an RS-232C interface-specified terminal. When another DLA-QX1G is connected to this projector us[...]

13 ENGLISH Connector P anel (Cont.) How to install the optional VICs 1 Remove the slot panel fr om the slot of the projector . 1) Remove two screws on the slot panel, one on each end, from an empty slot. 2) T ake off the slot panel. 2 Install the VIC. 1) Aligning both ends of the PC board of the VIC with the grooves inside the slot, insert the VIC [...]

14 Controls and Features (Cont.) Remote Contr ol Unit 1 Remote control ’ s signal transmitter 2 OPERA TE button When the projector is in stand-by mode, press this button for one second or more to turn on the projector . The OPERA TE indicator lights up. • About 30 seconds after the power has turned on, video image will appear on the screen. Whe[...]

15 ENGLISH Contr ols and Features (Cont.) Remote Contr ol Unit (Cont.) t RM-MQX1G REMOTE CONTROL UNIT KEY STON RM-MQX1G REMOTE CONTROL UNIT O EX E N LOCK UNLOCK LOCK UNLOCK p r w 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 8 q e MODE EXIT ZOOM KEYSTONE SHUTTER DIGIT AL ZOOM SHIFT FOCUS VIC 1 VIC 2 VIC 3 MENU ENTER OPERA TE BACK LIGHT T W T W ON OFF 9 y 9 SHUTTER ON/OFF buttons [...]

16 Controls and Features (cont.) Cursor ( 5 / ∞ / 2 / 3 ) / ENTER (Menu Operation) Button Install batteries in the remote control unit. If the remote control has started to work erratically , replace the batteries. 1 Open the bac k cover . Open the back cover in the direction of the arrow . 2 Install the batteries. Place the two batteries (AA/R6-[...]

17 ENGLISH Installing the Pr ojector Precautions f or Installation ■ When installing the projector , observe the f ollowing: • Do not use the projector placed on its side or upside do wn. The projector cannot be used by being placed on its side or upside down; otherwise, it could malfunction. • Use the projector within the range of allo wable[...]

18 Precautions for Installation (Cont.) ■ Observe the follo wing when hanging the projector fr om the ceiling • T o prevent falling or overturning, it is recommended that the projector be fixed to its stand with bolts. • When mounting the projector to the ceiling, first install a special shelf and then place the projector on it securely . For[...]

19 ENGLISH The vertical angle and the leveling of the projector can be adjusted with the adjustable feet on the bottom of the projector . ■ Adjusting the vertical angle of the projector Lift the projector , rotate the front adjustable feet, and adjust the vertical angle within the range of 0 ° to 3.5 ° . ■ Leveling the pr ojector Lift the pro[...]

20 Installing the Pr ojector against the Screen The projector should be placed so that the center line of the lens is at a right angle to the screen as shown in the following figures. Z O OM F OC U S T W M E NU E N TE R EX IT V IC S ELE C T 1 2 3 KE Y ST O NE O P E RA TE H I D E ST A ND BY RE M O T E C O N T R O L R S- 2 3 2 C O U T R S -2 3 2 C I [...]

21 ENGLISH Pr ojection Distance and Screen Size Change of projection screen according to aspect ratio Screen with 16 : 9 aspect ratio Screen with 4 : 3 aspect ratio Installing the Projector (Cont.) • For detailed relation between projection distances and projection screen sizes, refer to Appendix. The relation for both 4:3 and 16:9 are listed the[...]

22 Lens Shift Function Z O O M F O C U S T W M E N U E N T E R E X IT V IC S E L E C T 1 2 3 KE Y S T O N E O P E R A T E H I D E S T A N D B Y R E M O T E CONTROL R S -23 2 C OU T R S -23 2 C IN Z O OM F O CU S T W ME N U E N TE R E X IT V I C S E L EC T 1 2 3 KE Y S TO N E OP E R A T E H I DE S TA N D B Y R E M O T E CONTROL R S - 23 2 C OU T R S[...]

23 ENGLISH Lens Shift Function (Cont.) Relational table f or maximum shift amounts (aspect ratio 4 : 3) Py(%) Px(%) Py(%) Px(%) Py(%) Px(%) Py(%) Px(%) Py(%) Px(%) 0.0 32.0 10.0 28.1 20.0 23.3 30.0 17.3 40.0 9.7 1.0 31.6 1 1.0 27.7 21.0 22.7 31.0 16.6 41.0 8.9 2.0 31.3 12.0 27.2 22.0 22.2 32.0 15.9 42.0 8.0 3.0 30.9 13.0 26.8 23.0 21.6 33.0 15.2 43[...]

24 Installing the Projector (Cont.) Effective Range and Distance of the Remote Contr ol Unit The remote control unit can be used as either a wireless remote control unit or a wired one. ■ Using as a wireless remote control unit Aim the remote control unit as the remote sensor on the front or control panel of the projector . The operable distance [...]

25 ENGLISH Connecting to V arious De vices Signals that Can Be Input to the Pr ojector The following signals can be input to the projector through the corresponding VICs (Video Input Cards). • Before connection, be sure to turn off the projector and devices. • Read the manual which comes with eac h device thor oughly . ■ Analog RGB signals Th[...]

26 Connecting to V arious Devices (Cont.) Examples of System Configuration Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and the equipment. • Also, read the manuals which came with the equipment. Example of a basic system • By connecting an RGB switcher , a variety of input sources can be input to the projector using RGB signals. Us[...]

27 ENGLISH Connecting to V arious Devices (Cont.) Connecting to RGB Devices B G R V H/C S RGB Analog VIC To R To G To B • Desktop type T o monitor connector • RGB output devices Laser video disc player , etc. To V T o H/Cs To R To G To B To V T o H/Cs RGB connection cable (not supplied) Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector [...]

28 HDTV Analog VIC Y P b P r • Desktop type Connecting to V arious Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Analog HD Devices When you install an HDTV analog VIC (Video Input Card) to the projector , you can use analog HD devices equipped with the Y , P b , and P r terminals. Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and de vices to be conne[...]

29 ENGLISH HD-SDI VIC IN OUT Connecting to Digital HD Devices When you install an HD-SDI VIC (Video Input Card) to the projector , you can use digital HD devices equipped with the SDI interface. Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and de vices. • Read the manual thoroughly which comes with each device to be connected. • Pr[...]

30 Connecting to V arious Devices (Cont.) Connecting to Devices whic h Contr ol the Projector When you install a computer to the projector , you can operate the projector using the computer . Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer . • Read the manual thoroughly which comes with each device to be connected. • Prep[...]

31 ENGLISH Connecting to V arious Devices (Cont.) After all devices have finished being connected, connect the projector ’ s power cord. At this time, do not turn on the MAIN PO WER switch y et . • Do not turn on the projector without installing the lens unit (not supplied). Doing so will cause the lens-hole blind cover (black one) initially in[...]

32 Z O OM FO CUS T W M E NU EN TE R E X IT VIC SE LE C T 1 2 3 K EY S T ONE OP E RA T E M ODE ST A ND B Y OPERATE STAND BY R E M O T E CONTROL R S - 2 3 2 C O U T R S - 2 3 2 C I N R G B V H / C S R G B A n alo g VI C Basic Operations ■ Projector’ s buttons ■ Remote control unit OPERA TE button 2 2 ST AND BY indicator OPERA TE indicator The f[...]

33 ENGLISH Basic Operations (Cont.) * Do not turn off the MAIN POWER switch until “ 00 ” appears on the status code display (or while the ST AND BY indicator is blinking). The cooling fans continue running about 10 minutes. ■ T urning Off the P ower 1 Press the OPERA TE button f or one second or more (either on the contr ol panel or on the re[...]

34 ■ Remote control unit Basic Operations (Cont.) ■ Projector ’ s buttons 2. Selecting the VIC to be projected * When “ 5sec ” is selected as the line display setting in the menu, the line display is shown on the upper part of the screen for about five seconds. However , it will not be shown if the line display setting is set to “ OFF .[...]

35 ENGLISH 4. Adjusting Focus Adjust f ocus with the FOCUS +/ – buttons (either on the contr ol panel or on the remote control unit). When adjusting the focus with the FOCUS +/ – buttons on the remote control unit, set the LOCK Ô UNLOCK switch to the UNLOCK position. ■ T o focus on farther points: Press the FOCUS + button. ■ T o focus on n[...]

36 Basic Operations (Cont.) For Operating Other Functions ■ Remote control unit ■ Projector ’ s buttons ■ T urning off video image (HIDE) Video image can be turned of f temporarily . Press the HIDE button once: Video image turns of f temporarily . Press the HIDE button a gain: Video image comes on again. Remote control unit HIDE Projector H[...]

37 ENGLISH ■ Remote control unit ■ Projector ’ s buttons Z OOM F OC US T W M E NU E NT E R E X IT V IC S E L E CT 1 2 3 KE Y STO N E OP E RAT E MO DE ST A ND B Y EXIT VIC SELECT 1 2 3 KEY STONE HIDE REMO TE CONTROL R S - 2 3 2 C O U T R S - 2 3 2 C I N R G B V H /C S R GB Ana log V I C KEYSTONE buttons EXIT button LOCK UNLOCK HIDE EXIT ZOOM K[...]

38 Basic Operations (Cont.) ■ Remote control unit When the lens unit (not supplied) has the lens shifting function, the projected screen can be moved vertically in position. • When using the projectors in stack configuration (stacked one over another), make adjustment so that the picture of each projector overlays exactly using the lens shift f[...]

39 ENGLISH Y ou can adjust picture quality , set functions, get information on the input video signal, etc. using the menus. From the following diagrams, you can see the overall menus. Note that there are three menu modes: No signal menu mode, RGB VIC menu mode and HDTV/HD-SDI VIC menu mode. When the MENU button is pressed, the projector enters one[...]

40 ■ RGB VIC menu mode The following diagram shows the menu transition when there is signal input through the RGB VIC. Note • The display languages of the menus are set to “English” when shipped from the factory . The display language can be selected from the following 6 languages: “ (Japanese),” “English,” “Deutsch (German),” ?[...]

41 ENGLISH Menu Operations (Cont.) ■ HDTV VIC or HD-SDI VIC menu mode The following diagram shows the menu transition when there is signal input through the HDTV VIC or the HD-SDI VIC. Note • The display languages of the menus are set to “ English ” when shipped from the factory . The display language can be selected from the following 6 la[...]

42 Buttons and Contr ol f or the Menu Operations The buttons and control listed below can be used for the menu operation. ■ T o display the main menu Remote control unit Projector • When the menu is displayed, you can clear the menu by pressing the button. ■ T o select or adjust the item Remote control unit Projector • 5 / ∞ usually works[...]

43 ENGLISH Menu Operation Pr ocedure ■ Projector ’ s buttons ■ Remote control unit Menu operating control and buttons Menu operating buttons Z O OM F O CU S T W ME N U EN T E R E X IT VIC SE L E C T 1 2 3 K E Y S T O N E O P E R A TE M O D E S T A ND B Y ZOOM T W MENU ENTER EXIT VIC SELECT 1 2 3 R E MOTE CO NTRO L R S -2 3 2 C O U T R S - 2 3[...]

44 Contents of the Menu The values in the [ ] are initial settings. ■ Information in Main men u The following information about the input video image appears on this screen. VIC Slot : Shows the VIC name selected by the VIC 1, 2, or 3 button. Switcher : Shows the selection number of the switcher connected to the projector . “ CH.0 ” means tha[...]

45 ENGLISH Contents of the Menu (Cont.) The values in the [ ] are initial settings. ■ VIC menu (VIC menu 1/2) In this menu, the setting of the installed VIC can be adjusted. When RGB VIC is selected as the current input terminal, “ VIC menu ” is available. When HDTV/HD-SDI VIC is selected as the current input terminal, “ VIC menu1 ” and ?[...]

46 The values in the [ ] are initial settings. ■ Options menu • T o alternate between the Options 1 menu and the Options 2 menu, press the ENTER button while the other menu is selected. Menu position : Adjusts the position of the displayed menu. Press the ENTER button to go to the next sub menu. See “ Menu position menu ” on page 47. Menu d[...]

47 ENGLISH The values in the [ ] are initial settings. ■ Disp. P osi. menu Disp.P osi. : Adjust the position and size of the video image being projected using 5 / ∞ / 3 / 2 . First, select the projected area from whole video signal in “ Scanning position, ” then press ENTER to adjust the position of the projected area on the screen in “ P[...]

48 Cleaning and Replacing the Filter s 1 Bring the pr ojector into stand-b y mode, and turn off the MAIN PO WER switc h. Put the projector into stand-by mode, and make sure “00” appears on the status code display , then turn off the MAIN POWER switch. After that, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and the projector . For details, re[...]

49 ENGLISH Notes • Install the filters correctly; otherwise the projector will not operate normally . • If the filters and/or filter covers are damaged, the projector may fail to operate. Then, replace with new parts. 5 Reinstall the filters. Reverse the procedure for removing. Finally , be sure to reinstall the filter covers. CA UTIONS • Put[...]

50 Replacing the Light-Sour ce Lamp The light-source lamp has its service life. It is appr oximatel y 1000 hours. When the light-source lamp approaches the end of its service life, degradation progresses rapidly . The number display on the projector and the message on the screen warn you that replacement of the lamp is required. ■ When the lamp?[...]

51 ENGLISH T r oubleshooting Solutions to common problems related to your projector are described here. If none of the solutions presented here solves the problem, unplug the projector and consult your dealer . Corrective action • Insert the power cord (plug) firmly . • Turn on the MAIN POWER switch. • Check that AC 200V to 240V is supplied. [...]

52 Corrective action • Check the lamp’s use hours on the menu, and if the lamp life is near its end, consult the dealer where you purchased the projector . • Input separate sync signals for vertical sync (V) and horizontal sync (H) signals. • Input signals with little jitter or distortion. • Check sync signal and related connection. • C[...]

53 ENGLISH W arning Messages Corrective action • Connect a device to the selected terminal. • Operate the connected device and output a signal. • Input the video signals whose frequency is within the projector ’s specified range. • Input the video signals within the projector ’s specified range. • Consult your dealer to arrange for a [...]

54 Corrective action • Check the exhaust vents and remove any blocking objects. • The lamp life may be near its end. Consult your dealer . • Check that the side panel of the is fixed firmly . Consult your dealer. • Open the internal shutter by pressing the remote control unit ’ s SHUTTER OFF button. • Consult you dealer to replace the l[...]

55 ENGLISH Appendix ■ Relation between projection distances and pr ojection screen sizes • The relation between the projection distances and projection screen sizes differs depending on the lens unit (not supplied) you are using. • The projection distance and projection screen sizes listed here are only for a guide. Use them as reference when[...]

56 Appendix (Cont.) GL-MQ1015SG unit: ft (m) Projection screen size For 4:3 aspect ratio screen For 16:9 aspect ratio screen (Diagonal length) Width Projection distance Width Projection distance 55" (1.40) ———— ———— 4.0 (1.22) 5.6 (1.7) 60" (1.52) 4.0 (1.22) 5.6 (1.7) 4.4 (1.33) 6.2 (1.9) 70" (1.78) 4.7 (1.42) 6.6 (2.[...]

57 ENGLISH Projection screen size For 4:3 aspect ratio screen For 16:9 aspect ratio screen (Diagonal length) Width Projection distance Width Projection distance T ele end Wide end T ele end Wide end 73" (1.85) ———— ———— ———— 5.3 (1.62) 26.2 (8.0) ———— 80" (2.03) ———— ———— ———— 5.8 (1[...]

58 Appendix (Cont.) GL-MQ1023SZG unit: ft (m) Projection screen size For 4:3 aspect ratio screen For 16:9 aspect ratio screen (Diagonal length) Width Projection distance Width Projection distance T ele end Wide end T ele end Wide end 55" (1.40) ———— ———— ———— 4.0 (1.22) 28.2 (8.6) ———— 60" (1.52) 4.0 (1.22)[...]

59 ENGLISH Specifications Optical mechanism system • Projection method 3D-ILA device, 1 lens, 3 primary color optical shutter method • D-ILA device 1.3" measured diagonally (2 048 pixels × 1 536 pixels) × 3 (T otal number of pixels : 9 437 184) • Projecting lens GL-MQ1010G 1:1 fixed focus lens (separately available) GL-MQ1015SG 1.5:1 f[...]

60 General • Power requirements AC 200 V to 240 V , 50/60 Hz • Power consumption 16 A (at 200V) • Allowable operation temperature + 5°C to + 35°C (41°F to 95°F) • Allowable relative humidity 90% or less (no condensation) • Allowable storage temperature – 5°C to + 60°C (23°F to 140°F) • Maximum outside dimensions Approx. (W)820[...]

61 ENGLISH ZOOM FOCUS T W MENU ENTER EXIT VIC SELECT 1 2 3 KEY STONE OPERATE HIDE STAND BY REMOTE CONTROL R S -232 C O U T R S -23 2C IN R G B V H/C S RGB Analog VIC Pin assignment (Specifications f or terminals) Specifications (Cont.) Outside dimensions ■ To p ■ Front ■ Side 838 (33) 660 (26) 720 (28- 3 / 8 ) 42 (1- 11 / 16 ) 838 (33) 230 ( [...]

62 Specifications (Cont.) By connecting a computer to the RS-232C IN terminal, you can control the projector . Use a reverse connection cable as the RS- 232C connection cable. The commands to control the projector and the response data against the received commands are explained here. For further information, please consult the dealer where you pur[...]