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... 13 Accessories 14 Setting up the projector 15 Planning your layout 15 Connecting power 18 Connecting a video source 19 Connecting a sound system 25 Connecting several video sources 26 Connecting a computer 27 Turning the projector on and off 28 Turning the projector on 28 Turning the projector off 29 Moving the projector 29 Making basic adjustments 30 Selecting...
... 13 Accessories 14 Setting up the projector 15 Planning your layout 15 Connecting power 18 Connecting a video source 19 Connecting a sound system 25 Connecting several video sources 26 Connecting a computer 27 Turning the projector on and off 28 Turning the projector on 28 Turning the projector off 29 Moving the projector 29 Making basic adjustments 30 Selecting...
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...34 Adjusting the volume 34 2 Showing video Showing the video source 35 Hiding or showing the picture 35 Showing a computer screen 35 3 Adjusting the projector Adjusting the picture and sound 37 Adjusting the picture 37 Adjusting the sound 37 Adjusting the projector setup 38 Using the on-screen menu...menu 38 Input menu 39 Picture menu 39 Sound menu 41 Setup menu 41 Help menu 41 4 Maintaining the projector Getting the projector status 43 Cleaning the projector lens 43 Replacing the lamp module 44 Replacing the battery in the remote control 45 5 Installing permanently Installing ...
...34 Adjusting the volume 34 2 Showing video Showing the video source 35 Hiding or showing the picture 35 Showing a computer screen 35 3 Adjusting the projector Adjusting the picture and sound 37 Adjusting the picture 37 Adjusting the sound 37 Adjusting the projector setup 38 Using the on-screen menu...menu 38 Input menu 39 Picture menu 39 Sound menu 41 Setup menu 41 Help menu 41 4 Maintaining the projector Getting the projector status 43 Cleaning the projector lens 43 Replacing the lamp module 44 Replacing the battery in the remote control 45 5 Installing permanently Installing ...
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... up Identifying the contents of the projector. Contains documentation for the setup and use of the box Item 1 Projector Function Displays images. 2 Remote control (includes two AAA Controls projector. Connects an S-video source to the DVI port on the projector. 5 User Guide package 6 Quick Setup Guide 7 S-video cable 8 Power cord 9 Composite-video/audio cable ✎ Included only...
... up Identifying the contents of the projector. Contains documentation for the setup and use of the box Item 1 Projector Function Displays images. 2 Remote control (includes two AAA Controls projector. Connects an S-video source to the DVI port on the projector. 5 User Guide package 6 Quick Setup Guide 7 S-video cable 8 Power cord 9 Composite-video/audio cable ✎ Included only...
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... models. 12 User's Guide Back panel Identifying back panel components Item Function 1 DVI input port Connects DVI video source. Lamp indicator light Warns if the lamp is bad. < Temperature indicator light Warns if the projector is too hot. Setting up Identifying the projector buttons and lights (Continued) Item Function : Power button Turns the...
... models. 12 User's Guide Back panel Identifying back panel components Item Function 1 DVI input port Connects DVI video source. Lamp indicator light Warns if the lamp is bad. < Temperature indicator light Warns if the projector is too hot. Setting up Identifying the projector buttons and lights (Continued) Item Function : Power button Turns the...
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Setting up Identifying back panel components (Continued) Item Function 4 Composite-video input port Connects composite-video source. 5 Power cord socket Connects power cord to projector. 6 Component-video input port Connects component-video source. (YPbPr) 7 Audio-in the remote control" on page 45. User's Guide 13 See "Replacing the battery in port Connects stereo audio source. 8 Service port For service use only. Remote control ✎ Before using the remote control, install two AAA batteries.
Setting up Identifying back panel components (Continued) Item Function 4 Composite-video input port Connects composite-video source. 5 Power cord socket Connects power cord to projector. 6 Component-video input port Connects component-video source. (YPbPr) 7 Audio-in the remote control" on page 45. User's Guide 13 See "Replacing the battery in port Connects stereo audio source. 8 Service port For service use only. Remote control ✎ Before using the remote control, install two AAA batteries.
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...-can purchase accessories at http://www.hp.com or through your projector dealer. ■ HP ceiling mount kit-enables you to connect all audio-video equipment. ■ HP replacement lamp-brings your projector on the ceiling. ■ HP mobile screens with HP projector accessories. right, and ok 7 ...Item 1 Power button Function Turns the projector on or off . 9 Hide button Blanks picture, mutes speaker. : Infrared lens Sends signal from the remote control to eliminate slanted sides. 3 Source button Displays picture from your home theater with built-in handles-designed to ...
...-can purchase accessories at http://www.hp.com or through your projector dealer. ■ HP ceiling mount kit-enables you to connect all audio-video equipment. ■ HP replacement lamp-brings your projector on the ceiling. ■ HP mobile screens with HP projector accessories. right, and ok 7 ...Item 1 Power button Function Turns the projector on or off . 9 Hide button Blanks picture, mutes speaker. : Infrared lens Sends signal from the remote control to eliminate slanted sides. 3 Source button Displays picture from your home theater with built-in handles-designed to ...
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...least as high as a Dolby Digital system. User's Guide 15 A flat surface colored white or light gray will also give acceptable results. ■ For the most common video source is a DVD player, but... personal preferences vary widely. ■ If possible, place the bottom of the screen slightly above the level of the projector. Depending on the ... using high-quality, low-loss cables for best video and audio quality. ■ For the ultimate home-theater experience, consider including a 5.1 surround sound system, such as the listener's head...
...least as high as a Dolby Digital system. User's Guide 15 A flat surface colored white or light gray will also give acceptable results. ■ For the most common video source is a DVD player, but... personal preferences vary widely. ■ If possible, place the bottom of the screen slightly above the level of the projector. Depending on the ... using high-quality, low-loss cables for best video and audio quality. ■ For the ultimate home-theater experience, consider including a 5.1 surround sound system, such as the listener's head...
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Only the S-video and composite-video cables shown in the following diagram. A DVI port is available only on page 26). When you connect the device to the projector, choose the connection that provides the best picture quality. User's Guide 19 If you have more than ... the projector in place of output port. Setting up Connecting a video source Many video devices have several video sources, you can connect them to an audio/video receiver and connect the receiver to the projector (see "Connecting several video sources" on certain models. ✎ If you already have a home theater ...
Only the S-video and composite-video cables shown in the following diagram. A DVI port is available only on page 26). When you connect the device to the projector, choose the connection that provides the best picture quality. User's Guide 19 If you have more than ... the projector in place of output port. Setting up Connecting a video source Many video devices have several video sources, you can connect them to an audio/video receiver and connect the receiver to the projector (see "Connecting several video sources" on certain models. ✎ If you already have a home theater ...
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Setting up Connecting a sound system For best home theater sound, connect the audio output of your video device. However, in some situations, you might want to a stereo or surround sound system (connection 1 in the following illustration). User's Guide 25 Refer to the instructions provided with your video source directly to use a simpler setup that uses the single speaker built into the projector (connection 2 in the following illustration).
Setting up Connecting a sound system For best home theater sound, connect the audio output of your video device. However, in some situations, you might want to a stereo or surround sound system (connection 1 in the following illustration). User's Guide 25 Refer to the instructions provided with your video source directly to use a simpler setup that uses the single speaker built into the projector (connection 2 in the following illustration).
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Setting up Connecting several video sources If you have several video sources, connect them to an audio/video receiver or switch box, then connect the video output from all sources to the projector using the highest quality connection available. Also connect the audio outputs from the receiver or switch box to the receiver, switch box, or sound system. 26 User's Guide
Setting up Connecting several video sources If you have several video sources, connect them to an audio/video receiver or switch box, then connect the video output from all sources to the projector using the highest quality connection available. Also connect the audio outputs from the receiver or switch box to the receiver, switch box, or sound system. 26 User's Guide
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... the cool-down period ends and the power button stops blinking. Otherwise, you want, disconnect video and audio equipment from the projector during the cool-down . Setting up Turning the projector off . If you might shorten the life of power internally. 2. User's Guide 29 If...container when possible. ■ Observe temperature and humidity limits (see "Specifications" on . Press the power button on the projector or remote control to turn on the projector again during the cool-down period or after the power button stops blinking. Ä CAUTION: Do not disconnect power until...
... the cool-down period ends and the power button stops blinking. Otherwise, you want, disconnect video and audio equipment from the projector during the cool-down . Setting up Turning the projector off . If you might shorten the life of power internally. 2. User's Guide 29 If...container when possible. ■ Observe temperature and humidity limits (see "Specifications" on . Press the power button on the projector or remote control to turn on the projector again during the cool-down period or after the power button stops blinking. Ä CAUTION: Do not disconnect power until...
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... correct source. ■ Press the source button one or more times-until you see the picture or you see the name of the video port where the source is turned on the adjustable foot 2. 30 User's Guide Setting up Making basic adjustments This section provides instructions for ...making basic adjustments to the projector. You should also be sure the video source is connected. Aiming the projector ■ To raise or lower the projected picture on the screen, tilt the projector body on the base 1. ■ To level the picture on the...
... correct source. ■ Press the source button one or more times-until you see the picture or you see the name of the video port where the source is turned on the adjustable foot 2. 30 User's Guide Setting up Making basic adjustments This section provides instructions for ...making basic adjustments to the projector. You should also be sure the video source is connected. Aiming the projector ■ To raise or lower the projected picture on the screen, tilt the projector body on the base 1. ■ To level the picture on the...
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...Press menu, go to Picture > Shape settings, and set Stretch to Reduced. Setting up Adjusting the shape of the picture Depending on the type of video source you show widescreen pictures on a wide projection screen, a standard picture might not always look correct or fit on the screen. See 2 in ... to No. ✎ If you are viewing, the picture might or might not fit on the screen: ■ If the active video device sends widescreen output to the projector, press menu, go to Picture > Customize picture mode, and set Widescreen input to change the current picture mode so it makes a...
...Press menu, go to Picture > Shape settings, and set Stretch to Reduced. Setting up Adjusting the shape of the picture Depending on the type of video source you show widescreen pictures on a wide projection screen, a standard picture might not always look correct or fit on the screen. See 2 in ... to No. ✎ If you are viewing, the picture might or might not fit on the screen: ■ If the active video device sends widescreen output to the projector, press menu, go to Picture > Customize picture mode, and set Widescreen input to change the current picture mode so it makes a...
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..." on page 19. 2. This does not affect the video source, which continues playing. 2. Showing a computer screen If your projector has a DVI port, you want to the projector and turned on page 32. User's Guide 35 Be sure the projector is connected to adjust the picture, see "Changing the ...basic adjustments" on page 27. 2. Hiding or showing the picture 1. Press any button to the projector and turned on the projector speakers. Be sure the computer is connected. 4. Use the controls on the video device to blank the picture and turn on . Press the hide button on , and adjusted....
..." on page 19. 2. This does not affect the video source, which continues playing. 2. Showing a computer screen If your projector has a DVI port, you want to the projector and turned on page 32. User's Guide 35 Be sure the projector is connected to adjust the picture, see "Changing the ...basic adjustments" on page 27. 2. Hiding or showing the picture 1. Press any button to the projector and turned on the projector speakers. Be sure the computer is connected. 4. Use the controls on the video device to blank the picture and turn on . Press the hide button on , and adjusted....
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For example, some computers require you want to press a key combination, such as Fn+F4 or Fn+F5. If you to adjust the picture, see "Changing the picture mode" on page 32. 36 User's Guide See the user documentation provided with your computer. Showing video 3. Press the source button on the projector or remote control one or more times to turn on the projector, you might have to select the DVI port. 4. If the computer display is not shown on the computer's video output port.
For example, some computers require you want to press a key combination, such as Fn+F4 or Fn+F5. If you to adjust the picture, see "Changing the picture mode" on page 32. 36 User's Guide See the user documentation provided with your computer. Showing video 3. Press the source button on the projector or remote control one or more times to turn on the projector, you might have to select the DVI port. 4. If the computer display is not shown on the computer's video output port.
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... menu Color settings... For certain component inputs, selects the type of the picture. Shows the source connected to their default settings. Adjusting the projector Input menu Component S-Video Composite DVI Shows the source connected to the screen. Adjusts the intensity of colors. Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain...
... menu Color settings... For certain component inputs, selects the type of the picture. Shows the source connected to their default settings. Adjusting the projector Input menu Component S-Video Composite DVI Shows the source connected to the screen. Adjusts the intensity of colors. Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain...
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...valid only when the projector is turned on, STAT=1. NXT None Description Queries the current active input source: 0=no parameter. Switches to use the specified source as the active input source, or queries the last source requested: 3=composite video, 4=S-video, 5=component video, 8=DVI. Source... the next input source. 50 User's Guide Request: Notification: *RSRC=4 *RSRC=4 *SRC=0 *SRC=4 *BRT=60 *CSPC=? (acknowledges request) (projector is attempting to acquire source 4, and in the interim has no valid source) (source 4 is now active) (brightness has been modified for source...
...valid only when the projector is turned on, STAT=1. NXT None Description Queries the current active input source: 0=no parameter. Switches to use the specified source as the active input source, or queries the last source requested: 3=composite video, 4=S-video, 5=component video, 8=DVI. Source... the next input source. 50 User's Guide Request: Notification: *RSRC=4 *RSRC=4 *SRC=0 *SRC=4 *BRT=60 *CSPC=? (acknowledges request) (projector is attempting to acquire source 4, and in the interim has no valid source) (source 4 is now active) (brightness has been modified for source...
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... the color saturation. -45 to 12, +, -, ? Sets or queries the tint. 0 to the active computer input source. Sets or queries the projector's timing relative to 2, ? Sets or queries the contrast. 0 to -1, 1=Best Fit, 4=Reduced. Sets or queries the aspect ratio: 0=1-to 100, ...50 to 50, +, -, ? Sets or queries the sharpness. 0 to 100, +, -, ? Sets or queries the brightness. 0 to 6, +, -, ? Installing permanently Video functions Command CSPC PMOD VSHF HSHF BRT CON SAT TNT CTMP SHRP PENH KEYV ASPT SYNC FREQ Parameters Description 0 to 100, +, -, ? Sets or queries the...
... the color saturation. -45 to 12, +, -, ? Sets or queries the tint. 0 to the active computer input source. Sets or queries the projector's timing relative to 2, ? Sets or queries the contrast. 0 to -1, 1=Best Fit, 4=Reduced. Sets or queries the aspect ratio: 0=1-to 100, ...50 to 50, +, -, ? Sets or queries the sharpness. 0 to 100, +, -, ? Sets or queries the brightness. 0 to 6, +, -, ? Installing permanently Video functions Command CSPC PMOD VSHF HSHF BRT CON SAT TNT CTMP SHRP PENH KEYV ASPT SYNC FREQ Parameters Description 0 to 100, +, -, ? Sets or queries the...
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... the maximum and minimum allowed by the active computer input source. Sets or queries picture blanking: 0=not hidden, 1=hidden. Sets or queries usage of the projector to the active computer input source. Installing permanently Video functions (Continued) Command Parameters TRK value, +, -, ? Resets keystone to 31, +, -, ? 0, 1, ?
... the maximum and minimum allowed by the active computer input source. Sets or queries picture blanking: 0=not hidden, 1=hidden. Sets or queries usage of the projector to the active computer input source. Installing permanently Video functions (Continued) Command Parameters TRK value, +, -, ? Resets keystone to 31, +, -, ? 0, 1, ?
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... of the cover and the screw at the front of the projector is correctly installed and fully attached. Start-up problems If no lights or sounds turn on the external video port. If a new lamp does not fix the problem, contact HP for 15 seconds, then plug it turns off. If the wrong... input source is displayed: ❏ Press the source button on . Fixing problems If the red lamp light is on or blinking: ❏ Allow the projector to cool...
... of the cover and the screw at the front of the projector is correctly installed and fully attached. Start-up problems If no lights or sounds turn on the external video port. If a new lamp does not fix the problem, contact HP for 15 seconds, then plug it turns off. If the wrong... input source is displayed: ❏ Press the source button on . Fixing problems If the red lamp light is on or blinking: ❏ Allow the projector to cool...