VP8000 Spec Sheet
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The ultra-portable VP-8000 weighs less than seven pounds, and offers a host of operational and convenience functions that make it the ideal projector for custom home theater installations and portable applications. LP ATMS INSIAUMENTEONOLOGY • II 0 VP-8000 DLP m Projector he Marantz VP-8000 DLP- Projector is a high-end video display device utilizing advanced Digital Light Processing technology to produce images with superb resolution, brightness and contrast.
The ultra-portable VP-8000 weighs less than seven pounds, and offers a host of operational and convenience functions that make it the ideal projector for custom home theater installations and portable applications. LP ATMS INSIAUMENTEONOLOGY • II 0 VP-8000 DLP m Projector he Marantz VP-8000 DLP- Projector is a high-end video display device utilizing advanced Digital Light Processing technology to produce images with superb resolution, brightness and contrast.
VP8000 Spec Sheet
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... images with high resolution and brightness, and a 500:1 contrast ratio, with automatic Replace Lamp indicator. D-BUS remote connection allows linkage to change without notice. C) 1999 Marantz America, Inc. 10/99 met . The VP-8000's digitally controlled aspect ratio control turns off image-producing pixels in the letterbox border area, for integrated system operation. Powerful P-VIP lamp system delivers 700 ANSI lumens brightness. The VP-8000 includes an Elapsed Time lamp life display...
... images with high resolution and brightness, and a 500:1 contrast ratio, with automatic Replace Lamp indicator. D-BUS remote connection allows linkage to change without notice. C) 1999 Marantz America, Inc. 10/99 met . The VP-8000's digitally controlled aspect ratio control turns off image-producing pixels in the letterbox border area, for integrated system operation. Powerful P-VIP lamp system delivers 700 ANSI lumens brightness. The VP-8000 includes an Elapsed Time lamp life display...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... the Remote Controller 7 SET UP PROCEDURES INSTALLATION ...8 Floor Installation 8 Ceiling Installation 8 Distance between the projector and the screen (throw distance 9 The screen image in a Widescreen (16:9 10 The screen image in a 4:3 screen 10 INSTALLING ...11 Standard connections 11 Connection with a PC 11 INITIAL SET UP ...12 TO TURN OFF THE POWER 12 OPERATIONS OPERATIONS ...13 Menu ...13 Memory Select 13 Picture Adjust 13 Setting ...14 RGB Format ...15 Lamp Life and Replace Lamp 16 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAINTENANCE ...17 Replacing the Lamp Unit 17 Cleaning the lens...
... the Remote Controller 7 SET UP PROCEDURES INSTALLATION ...8 Floor Installation 8 Ceiling Installation 8 Distance between the projector and the screen (throw distance 9 The screen image in a Widescreen (16:9 10 The screen image in a 4:3 screen 10 INSTALLING ...11 Standard connections 11 Connection with a PC 11 INITIAL SET UP ...12 TO TURN OFF THE POWER 12 OPERATIONS OPERATIONS ...13 Menu ...13 Memory Select 13 Picture Adjust 13 Setting ...14 RGB Format ...15 Lamp Life and Replace Lamp 16 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAINTENANCE ...17 Replacing the Lamp Unit 17 Cleaning the lens...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... DMDTM are most often used. • POWER ON Input select • COMPONENT • VIDEO Picture mode • THEATER MENU • MENU Others • OSD • FREEZE • MUTE • STANDBY • S-VIDEO • RGB • NORMAL • ENTER • ASPECT • ZOOM • DYNAMIC • SQUEEZE • SMOOTH Digital zoom and freeze • The digital zoom function allows the user to magnify a video image four times at five selected...
... DMDTM are most often used. • POWER ON Input select • COMPONENT • VIDEO Picture mode • THEATER MENU • MENU Others • OSD • FREEZE • MUTE • STANDBY • S-VIDEO • RGB • NORMAL • ENTER • ASPECT • ZOOM • DYNAMIC • SQUEEZE • SMOOTH Digital zoom and freeze • The digital zoom function allows the user to magnify a video image four times at five selected...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... the į key for a video signal input. !2 Indicators: STANDBY/WARING Turn green when the projector is connected to enter items in the menu when the menu is displayed on . It lights up or flashes orange under the following errors occurs in green when the power is available for only the RGB IN and the DYNAMIC picture mode for more than three seconds to turn the projector on . the air coming out is pressed...
... the į key for a video signal input. !2 Indicators: STANDBY/WARING Turn green when the projector is connected to enter items in the menu when the menu is displayed on . It lights up or flashes orange under the following errors occurs in green when the power is available for only the RGB IN and the DYNAMIC picture mode for more than three seconds to turn the projector on . the air coming out is pressed...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... triggering of other Marantz equipment. Adjuster ⁄0 Rear adjuster Adjust the vertical angle of a video equipment. v RGB IN Connect to the REMOTE CONTROL connectors of an accessory, such as the power source. , Adjuster button When using the MARANTZ REMOTE CONTROL system, select EXTERNAL. ENGLISH Connector panel and Rear mv z x , TRIG.OUT RGB IN EXTERNAL INTERNAL OUT IN REMOTE SW REMOTE CONTROL Y PB/CB PR/CR S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN bn...
... triggering of other Marantz equipment. Adjuster ⁄0 Rear adjuster Adjust the vertical angle of a video equipment. v RGB IN Connect to the REMOTE CONTROL connectors of an accessory, such as the power source. , Adjuster button When using the MARANTZ REMOTE CONTROL system, select EXTERNAL. ENGLISH Connector panel and Rear mv z x , TRIG.OUT RGB IN EXTERNAL INTERNAL OUT IN REMOTE SW REMOTE CONTROL Y PB/CB PR/CR S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN bn...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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...;2 DYNAMIC key Select the DYNAMIC picture mode. x STANDBY key Press to turn the SQUEEZE mode on . ⁄7 ZOOM key (Digital zoom) Press to display the FOCUS pattern. n VIDEO key Select the VIDEO IN signal. This mode is squeezed, turn the projector on and off . ⁄9 V-MUTE key Mute the picture so that the screen turns dark and no image is displayed. Then press again to use with "Anamorphic" picture material. If you are...
...;2 DYNAMIC key Select the DYNAMIC picture mode. x STANDBY key Press to turn the SQUEEZE mode on . ⁄7 ZOOM key (Digital zoom) Press to display the FOCUS pattern. n VIDEO key Select the VIDEO IN signal. This mode is squeezed, turn the projector on and off . ⁄9 V-MUTE key Mute the picture so that the screen turns dark and no image is displayed. Then press again to use with "Anamorphic" picture material. If you are...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... Remote Controller. 3. Keep away from heat. - If the user does not intend to moisture. Do not be subject to direct sun light or strong artificial light, or if there is approximately 6m. - The Remote Controller operation may not function if the projector's IR sensors are exposed to strong shock. - Close the cover. 7 Open the cover. 2. Do not be subject to use the Remote Controller for a long time, remove...
... Remote Controller. 3. Keep away from heat. - If the user does not intend to moisture. Do not be subject to direct sun light or strong artificial light, or if there is approximately 6m. - The Remote Controller operation may not function if the projector's IR sensors are exposed to strong shock. - Close the cover. 7 Open the cover. 2. Do not be subject to use the Remote Controller for a long time, remove...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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Do not look into the lens when the projector is turned on. ENGLISH INSTALLATION Floor Installation )PSJ[POUBMDFOUFSPGUIFTDSFFO )FJHIU 1SPKFDUJOH EJTUBODF SET UP PROCEDURES 7FSUJDBMQPTJUJPOJOH 4JEFWJFX "EKVTUUIFWFSUJDBMBOE IPSJ[POUBMQPTJUJPOPG UIFQSPKFDUPS Ceiling Installation For ceiling installation, consult with Marantz dealer. )FJHIU MENU ENTER TANDB UP S Y POWER G WARNIN LEFT INPUT RIGHT DOWN )PSJ[POUBMQPTJUJPOJOH 5PQWJFX $FJMJOH 1SPKFDUJOHEJTUBODF CAUTION - It could damage your eyesight. 8
Do not look into the lens when the projector is turned on. ENGLISH INSTALLATION Floor Installation )PSJ[POUBMDFOUFSPGUIFTDSFFO )FJHIU 1SPKFDUJOH EJTUBODF SET UP PROCEDURES 7FSUJDBMQPTJUJPOJOH 4JEFWJFX "EKVTUUIFWFSUJDBMBOE IPSJ[POUBMQPTJUJPOPG UIFQSPKFDUPS Ceiling Installation For ceiling installation, consult with Marantz dealer. )FJHIU MENU ENTER TANDB UP S Y POWER G WARNIN LEFT INPUT RIGHT DOWN )PSJ[POUBMQPTJUJPOJOH 5PQWJFX $FJMJOH 1SPKFDUJOHEJTUBODF CAUTION - It could damage your eyesight. 8
VP8000 User Manual - English
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...SET UP PROCEDURES Distance between the projector and the screen (throw distance) 4DSFFOTJ[F %JBHPOBM 4DSFFO TRIG.OUT RGB IN EXTERNAL INTERNAL OUT IN REMOTE SW REMOTE CONTROL Y PB/CB PR/CR S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN 1SPKFDUJOHEJTUBODF )FJHIU screen size (inches) 40 60 80 100 120 150 200 240 275 (300 for 4:3 screen) Note: Tolerance ±5% 16:9 screen Distance...425 (171/4) 531 (207/8) 639 (251/8) 796 (313/8) 1061 (413/4) 1274 (501/8) 1459 (571/2) 4:3 screen Distance Unit :mm (inches) Minimum 1600 (63) Maximum 1900 (743/4) 2400 (941/2) 2900 (1141/8) 3200 (126)...
...SET UP PROCEDURES Distance between the projector and the screen (throw distance) 4DSFFOTJ[F %JBHPOBM 4DSFFO TRIG.OUT RGB IN EXTERNAL INTERNAL OUT IN REMOTE SW REMOTE CONTROL Y PB/CB PR/CR S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN 1SPKFDUJOHEJTUBODF )FJHIU screen size (inches) 40 60 80 100 120 150 200 240 275 (300 for 4:3 screen) Note: Tolerance ±5% 16:9 screen Distance...425 (171/4) 531 (207/8) 639 (251/8) 796 (313/8) 1061 (413/4) 1274 (501/8) 1459 (571/2) 4:3 screen Distance Unit :mm (inches) Minimum 1600 (63) Maximum 1900 (743/4) 2400 (941/2) 2900 (1141/8) 3200 (126)...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... mode for 4:3 video sources. • Press to select the 4:3 mode for 16:9 video sources. { FULL mode { 4:3 mode 4:3 video source { SQUEEZE mode 4:3 video source 4:3 video source The Screen Images in a 4:3 Screen • Press the ASPECT key on the remote controller to select the 4:3 FULL mode. • Video sources will be projected according to its aspect ratio as illustrated below { 4:3 FULL mode { 4:3 FULL mode 4:3 video source 16:9 video source SQUEEZE mode *If the user is using an squeezed signal, this mode will "unsqueeze" the image to give a proper picture...
... mode for 4:3 video sources. • Press to select the 4:3 mode for 16:9 video sources. { FULL mode { 4:3 mode 4:3 video source { SQUEEZE mode 4:3 video source 4:3 video source The Screen Images in a 4:3 Screen • Press the ASPECT key on the remote controller to select the 4:3 FULL mode. • Video sources will be projected according to its aspect ratio as illustrated below { 4:3 FULL mode { 4:3 FULL mode 4:3 video source 16:9 video source SQUEEZE mode *If the user is using an squeezed signal, this mode will "unsqueeze" the image to give a proper picture...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN 7*%&0065 Connection with a PC SET UP PROCEDURES %7% 47*%&0065 7$3 TRIG.OUT RGB IN EXTERNAL INTERNAL OUT IN REMOTE SW REMOTE CONTROL Y PB/CB PR/CR S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN UPBOBOBMPH3(#065 $PNQVUFST When making connections be sure to : • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. •...
... S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN 7*%&0065 Connection with a PC SET UP PROCEDURES %7% 47*%&0065 7$3 TRIG.OUT RGB IN EXTERNAL INTERNAL OUT IN REMOTE SW REMOTE CONTROL Y PB/CB PR/CR S-VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN UPBOBOBMPH3(#065 $PNQVUFST When making connections be sure to : • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Use the proper cables for each connection. •...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... stripe on the projector. Switch on the projector. 2. If the user is operating. The fan continues to run for the sharpest image possible to make an adjustment. Adjust the focus for a while to clear the pattern. 5. Press the STANDBY key on the remote controller or the POWER key on the equipment connected to adjust the size of 4:3 video source will light in green. 12 The use of the image. The power key flashes green and no...
... stripe on the projector. Switch on the projector. 2. If the user is operating. The fan continues to run for the sharpest image possible to make an adjustment. Adjust the focus for a while to clear the pattern. 5. Press the STANDBY key on the remote controller or the POWER key on the equipment connected to adjust the size of 4:3 video source will light in green. 12 The use of the image. The power key flashes green and no...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... ENTER key. COLOR TEMP. This setting is approximately 6500 degrees in MEMORY SELECT, PICTURE ADJUST, SETTING or RGB FORMAT. OFF: Turn the noise reduction off. 5)&"5&3ɹ 1*$563&ɹ"%+645 /0*4&3&%6$5*0/ɹ0/ɹ0'' 13 M: Make white less blue. The selected menu appears. 3. And each picture mode has three picture memories. 1. Use the į/Ĭ keys to change the adjustment level. Use the į/Ĭ keys to select a picture mode. . & . 0 3 : ɹ 4 & - &$ 5 5)&"5&3ɹ...
... ENTER key. COLOR TEMP. This setting is approximately 6500 degrees in MEMORY SELECT, PICTURE ADJUST, SETTING or RGB FORMAT. OFF: Turn the noise reduction off. 5)&"5&3ɹ 1*$563&ɹ"%+645 /0*4&3&%6$5*0/ɹ0/ɹ0'' 13 M: Make white less blue. The selected menu appears. 3. And each picture mode has three picture memories. 1. Use the į/Ĭ keys to change the adjustment level. Use the į/Ĭ keys to select a picture mode. . & . 0 3 : ɹ 4 & - &$ 5 5)&"5&3ɹ...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... and SECAM. - ENGLISH Setting 1. OPERATIONS - When set to restore. { For video input signals, the following message appears: 4&55*/( 3&4&5ɹ"--ʁ :&4ɹ/0 Again, select "YES", and press the ENTER key, then restore the factory default settings except for a component signal. - Press the ENTER key to AUTO, the broadcast format is automatically selected. If the picture is initialized. 14 RESET LAMP When the user selects "YES", the following...
... and SECAM. - ENGLISH Setting 1. OPERATIONS - When set to restore. { For video input signals, the following message appears: 4&55*/( 3&4&5ɹ"--ʁ :&4ɹ/0 Again, select "YES", and press the ENTER key, then restore the factory default settings except for a component signal. - Press the ENTER key to AUTO, the broadcast format is automatically selected. If the picture is initialized. 14 RESET LAMP When the user selects "YES", the following...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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..."45 8)*5& 0/ &/)"/$&3 OPERATIONS 7. " 5 4&-&$5ɹ'03."5 7&4 45% .&.03 645ɹ'03."5 .&.03:ɹɹɹ 3. Select the RGB IN using RGB key on the remote controller or INPUT key on the projector. Select a MEMORY from VESA #601, 602, 603, MEMORY 1, 2, and 3, and press the ENTER key. 4. Connect a SVGA computer. 2. The RGB FORMAT menu appears. 3 ( # ɹ ' 0 3 . When there is projected properly. Select...
..."45 8)*5& 0/ &/)"/$&3 OPERATIONS 7. " 5 4&-&$5ɹ'03."5 7&4 45% .&.03 645ɹ'03."5 .&.03:ɹɹɹ 3. Select the RGB IN using RGB key on the remote controller or INPUT key on the projector. Select a MEMORY from VESA #601, 602, 603, MEMORY 1, 2, and 3, and press the ENTER key. 4. Connect a SVGA computer. 2. The RGB FORMAT menu appears. 3 ( # ɹ ' 0 3 . When there is projected properly. Select...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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...;)063 Use the following message appears for 120 seconds. 3&1-"$&ɹ-".1ʂ 3&4&5-".1-*'&ɹ:&4ɹ/0 8"3.ɹ61 -".1 0634 4. Select "YES", using the ǡ/Ǡ keys. 5. OPERATIONS Ǡ When the lamp life has expired (LAMP LIFE 0 HOURS), the projector will blink in about 100 hours, the lamp life remaining is displayed on the screen when the projector is recomended to reset (initialize) the lamp life indicator when replacing the lamp with a new one minute and reconnect the power cord. 3.
...;)063 Use the following message appears for 120 seconds. 3&1-"$&ɹ-".1ʂ 3&4&5-".1-*'&ɹ:&4ɹ/0 8"3.ɹ61 -".1 0634 4. Select "YES", using the ǡ/Ǡ keys. 5. OPERATIONS Ǡ When the lamp life has expired (LAMP LIFE 0 HOURS), the projector will blink in about 100 hours, the lamp life remaining is displayed on the screen when the projector is recomended to reset (initialize) the lamp life indicator when replacing the lamp with a new one minute and reconnect the power cord. 3.
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... the use of replacement parts specified by Marantz,which are required, be hot. Optional accessories { Lamp Unit: LU8000VP { Ceiling Mount KIT: RM8000VP CAUTION: • For ceiling installation, consult with a screw driver. Be careful when handling. 1. WARNING: • The lamp may break if handled improperly. • Do not use a dampcloth, detergent solution, or thinner. Press the POWER key to cool down. 4. Unplug the AC power cord. 3. Replacement parts When replacement parts are...
... the use of replacement parts specified by Marantz,which are required, be hot. Optional accessories { Lamp Unit: LU8000VP { Ceiling Mount KIT: RM8000VP CAUTION: • For ceiling installation, consult with a screw driver. Be careful when handling. 1. WARNING: • The lamp may break if handled improperly. • Do not use a dampcloth, detergent solution, or thinner. Press the POWER key to cool down. 4. Unplug the AC power cord. 3. Replacement parts When replacement parts are...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... the MENU mode. Lamp cover is not closed correctly. Adjust the focus. Picture is not clear. The WARNIG indicator blinks orange. Contrast or brightness is incorrect. Select the correct video system: NTSC, PAL, or SECAM. Run the projector for service: 1. Close the cover correctly. Use MARANTZ REMOTE CONTROL or select INTERNAL. Are the connections made properly ? 2. Selected input is not adjusted properly. The internal temperature is active. The distance to release the mute. Connect signal cable...
... the MENU mode. Lamp cover is not closed correctly. Adjust the focus. Picture is not clear. The WARNIG indicator blinks orange. Contrast or brightness is incorrect. Select the correct video system: NTSC, PAL, or SECAM. Run the projector for service: 1. Close the cover correctly. Use MARANTZ REMOTE CONTROL or select INTERNAL. Are the connections made properly ? 2. Selected input is not adjusted properly. The internal temperature is active. The distance to release the mute. Connect signal cable...
VP8000 User Manual - English
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... SPECIFICATIONS { Optical characteristics Panel Lamp Lens Projection size Light output 0.67inch Digital Micromirror Device 480,000 pixels (800 ҂ 600 ҂ 1) 120W P-VIP Lamp f: 28 to 33/ F: 3.0 to 3.3 1.2 times zoom lens 4:3 screen 23 to 275 inches (diagonal measure) 700 ANSI lumen { INPUT/OUTPUT VIDEO IN RCA ҂ 1 PAL-4.43 / SECAM / NTSC-3.58 Composite video 1.0Vp-p/75 Ohm S-VIDEO IN S-Connector ҂ 1 PAL-4.43 / SECAM / NTSC-3.58 S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO...
... SPECIFICATIONS { Optical characteristics Panel Lamp Lens Projection size Light output 0.67inch Digital Micromirror Device 480,000 pixels (800 ҂ 600 ҂ 1) 120W P-VIP Lamp f: 28 to 33/ F: 3.0 to 3.3 1.2 times zoom lens 4:3 screen 23 to 275 inches (diagonal measure) 700 ANSI lumen { INPUT/OUTPUT VIDEO IN RCA ҂ 1 PAL-4.43 / SECAM / NTSC-3.58 Composite video 1.0Vp-p/75 Ohm S-VIDEO IN S-Connector ҂ 1 PAL-4.43 / SECAM / NTSC-3.58 S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO...