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Functional overview 6-9 Controls 6-7 Remote control 8 Connections 9 3. Installation 13-16 General information 13 Computer input 13 USB connection (Universal Serial Bus) 13 Video input 13 Connecting to a computer 14 PC/Macintosh 14 Connecting to video equipment 15-16 CVBS (Video) 15 S-VHS (S-Video) 15 Scart connection 15 Component/HDTV (YPbPr/ YCbCr) 16 Philips Multimedia Projector 2 English User guide bCool XG1 Set up 10-12 Positioning the projector and screen 10 Switching on the projector 10 Adjusting the focus and size of the image 11 Adjusting the...
Functional overview 6-9 Controls 6-7 Remote control 8 Connections 9 3. Installation 13-16 General information 13 Computer input 13 USB connection (Universal Serial Bus) 13 Video input 13 Connecting to a computer 14 PC/Macintosh 14 Connecting to video equipment 15-16 CVBS (Video) 15 S-VHS (S-Video) 15 Scart connection 15 Component/HDTV (YPbPr/ YCbCr) 16 Philips Multimedia Projector 2 English User guide bCool XG1 Set up 10-12 Positioning the projector and screen 10 Switching on the projector 10 Adjusting the focus and size of the image 11 Adjusting the...
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Index < 5. Operation 17-23 Preparation 17 General 17 Messages 17 General explanation 17 Feedback messages 17 Some examples 17 On Screen Display Menu 18-23 Menu tree 18-19 General explanation 20 Computer adjustments 21 Picture adjustments 21 Video series adjustments 21 Picture adjustments 21 General adjustments 22-23 Features adjustments 22 Setup adjustments 23 6. Maintenance 24-26 Cleaning 24 Cleaning the cabinet 24 Cleaning the lens 24 Lamp 25 Lamp replacement 25 Resetting the lamplife time 26 7.Troubleshooting 27-29 Philips Multimedia Projector 3 English User guide bCool XG1
Index < 5. Operation 17-23 Preparation 17 General 17 Messages 17 General explanation 17 Feedback messages 17 Some examples 17 On Screen Display Menu 18-23 Menu tree 18-19 General explanation 20 Computer adjustments 21 Picture adjustments 21 Video series adjustments 21 Picture adjustments 21 General adjustments 22-23 Features adjustments 22 Setup adjustments 23 6. Maintenance 24-26 Cleaning 24 Cleaning the cabinet 24 Cleaning the lens 24 Lamp 25 Lamp replacement 25 Resetting the lamplife time 26 7.Troubleshooting 27-29 Philips Multimedia Projector 3 English User guide bCool XG1
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... to VGA/ USB cable Composite Video cable Softbag Cable pouch Quick set up Card and Safety Sheet Cd-rom (with Projection Assistant, Warranty card, SecurityMax, User Guide, Spec. Introduction > Congratulations on your projector, please read the enclosed Safety Sheet. Lens cap Laser pointer remote control + batteries 2 x Alkaline 1.5 V Mains Lead Audio minijack to minijack cable Audio minijack to RCA cable S-Video cable VESA M1-A to keep this manual handy, as it is a convenient source of...
... to VGA/ USB cable Composite Video cable Softbag Cable pouch Quick set up Card and Safety Sheet Cd-rom (with Projection Assistant, Warranty card, SecurityMax, User Guide, Spec. Introduction > Congratulations on your projector, please read the enclosed Safety Sheet. Lens cap Laser pointer remote control + batteries 2 x Alkaline 1.5 V Mains Lead Audio minijack to minijack cable Audio minijack to RCA cable S-Video cable VESA M1-A to keep this manual handy, as it is a convenient source of...
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... OSD menu.The cursor control works with up green when the projector is on mode: - Zoomring 9 To adjust the size of temperature error. In Power off mode: - Lamp indicator 7 - Source 8 To select the current projection source (Auto, Computer, DVI,YPbPr,YCbCr, RGBS, S-Video or Video).The button toggles between the seven signals. Focus ring 0 To adjust the focus of fan error. Fast blinks red (0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off) when lamp start has failed. - blinks green when the projector is in case of the projected image. The Standby indicator...
... OSD menu.The cursor control works with up green when the projector is on mode: - Zoomring 9 To adjust the size of temperature error. In Power off mode: - Lamp indicator 7 - Source 8 To select the current projection source (Auto, Computer, DVI,YPbPr,YCbCr, RGBS, S-Video or Video).The button toggles between the seven signals. Focus ring 0 To adjust the focus of fan error. Fast blinks red (0.5 sec On, 0.5 sec Off) when lamp start has failed. - blinks green when the projector is in case of the projected image. The Standby indicator...
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...! Laser pointer @ Exit point of the Power/Standby mode. Laser ! Volume + 3 To adjust the volume. Philips Multimedia Projector 8 English User guide bCool XG1 Source 5 To select the current projection source (Auto, Computer, DVI,YPbPr,YCbCr, RGBS, S-Video or Video).The button toggles between the Freeze mode and the display situation. Cursor Control 9 Note To manipulate the mouse cursor on the computer when you make the USB connection. 2. OK 0 To confirm actions in or...
...! Laser pointer @ Exit point of the Power/Standby mode. Laser ! Volume + 3 To adjust the volume. Philips Multimedia Projector 8 English User guide bCool XG1 Source 5 To select the current projection source (Auto, Computer, DVI,YPbPr,YCbCr, RGBS, S-Video or Video).The button toggles between the Freeze mode and the display situation. Cursor Control 9 Note To manipulate the mouse cursor on the computer when you make the USB connection. 2. OK 0 To confirm actions in or...
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... AV output socket. Philips Multimedia Projector 9 English User guide bCool XG1 When USB connection is installed on the connected computer can be controlled via the projector remote control. This socket can be connected to the following output sockets:YCbCr, YPbPr, RGBS (Composite sync), RGBHV). 2. and HDTV-video equipment This socket can be connected to a S-Video/S-VHS (Y/C) output socket. S-Video 2 Video source connections Input socket to connect to the analog (VGA) Data out terminal of a S-VHS video recorder, a VCR, Laser...
... AV output socket. Philips Multimedia Projector 9 English User guide bCool XG1 When USB connection is installed on the connected computer can be controlled via the projector remote control. This socket can be connected to the following output sockets:YCbCr, YPbPr, RGBS (Composite sync), RGBHV). 2. and HDTV-video equipment This socket can be connected to a S-Video/S-VHS (Y/C) output socket. S-Video 2 Video source connections Input socket to connect to the analog (VGA) Data out terminal of a S-VHS video recorder, a VCR, Laser...
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... no signal inputs are not going to switch on the projector. - This setting can be used for front projection.You can be changed in the 'Setup' menu. • For more than 15 minutes. - The Standby indicator starts blinking green, the projector is now in the Standby mode. 2 Remove the lens cap. 3 Press the Standby button on projector or remote control to use the projector for more information on the projection properties of the product by keeping all air inlets and...
... no signal inputs are not going to switch on the projector. - This setting can be used for front projection.You can be changed in the 'Setup' menu. • For more than 15 minutes. - The Standby indicator starts blinking green, the projector is now in the Standby mode. 2 Remove the lens cap. 3 Press the Standby button on projector or remote control to use the projector for more information on the projection properties of the product by keeping all air inlets and...
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When a keystoned image occurs the 4:3 ratio will be sure to put the projector in place to adjust the size of the image. size of the projector lens when moving the projector. The Standby indicator lights up > Adjusting the focus and • Use the Zoom ring to prevent dust, dirt or other cables. 3 Put the lens cap back in Power/Standby. - Set up red. 2 Wait until the cooling fan has stopped (about 1 minute after the projector has...
When a keystoned image occurs the 4:3 ratio will be sure to put the projector in place to adjust the size of the image. size of the projector lens when moving the projector. The Standby indicator lights up > Adjusting the focus and • Use the Zoom ring to prevent dust, dirt or other cables. 3 Put the lens cap back in Power/Standby. - Set up red. 2 Wait until the cooling fan has stopped (about 1 minute after the projector has...
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... pin connector a VGA/MAC adaptor (available at your projector via the Data in the highest possible picture quality. Philips Multimedia Projector 13 English User guide bCool XG1 For this see the 'Security Max' user guide on the screen, using the VESA M1-A to VGA/USB cable supplied.When connecting the projector to them automatically.With the 'Picture format' feature you take a number of precautions against unauthorized use of your projector. Mouse control: By connecting the projector to your PC...
... pin connector a VGA/MAC adaptor (available at your projector via the Data in the highest possible picture quality. Philips Multimedia Projector 13 English User guide bCool XG1 For this see the 'Security Max' user guide on the screen, using the VESA M1-A to VGA/USB cable supplied.When connecting the projector to them automatically.With the 'Picture format' feature you take a number of precautions against unauthorized use of your projector. Mouse control: By connecting the projector to your PC...
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... mouse cursor on the computer and on the screen, using the USB connection, make sure Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000 or Windows XP is installed on the projector and then the PC. Philips Multimedia Projector 14 English User guide bCool XG1 The display settings of the computer will then be changed to the Data in socket of the projector. When using Cursor Control on the remote control. Audio information from the Computer will be played via...
... mouse cursor on the computer and on the screen, using the USB connection, make sure Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000 or Windows XP is installed on the projector and then the PC. Philips Multimedia Projector 14 English User guide bCool XG1 The display settings of the computer will then be changed to the Data in socket of the projector. When using Cursor Control on the remote control. Audio information from the Computer will be played via...
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.... 180 min. However, you to adjust the various projector settings (for both Computer and Video). Philips Multimedia Projector 18 English User guide bCool XG1 The projector menu screens allow you can adjust these settings to standard settings at the factory. 5. Operation On Screen Display Menu > Menu Source Menu tree OK Auto Image All video and data adjustments and settings (except A/V Mute) are done via On Screen Displays and with help of Menu, OK and Cursor Control on the projector or the remote control. For explanation and operation see next pages.
.... 180 min. However, you to adjust the various projector settings (for both Computer and Video). Philips Multimedia Projector 18 English User guide bCool XG1 The projector menu screens allow you can adjust these settings to standard settings at the factory. 5. Operation On Screen Display Menu > Menu Source Menu tree OK Auto Image All video and data adjustments and settings (except A/V Mute) are done via On Screen Displays and with help of Menu, OK and Cursor Control on the projector or the remote control. For explanation and operation see next pages.
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5. Esp. Ned. Operation On Screen Display Menu > Menu tree GENERAL ADJUSTMENTS/SETTINGS Main menu Sub menu Setting AB AB A Setup Language Keystone Mirror Source Factory settings Picture format Volume System information Feedback Lamp counter Smart Dimmer Eng. Por. Deu. Ita. Fra. Chi. - 50 50 B AB Auto Computer DVI YPbPr YCbCr RGBS S-Video Video OK 4:3 16:9 Letter box Pan & Scan 4:3 original 0 23 Description Off On OK Off On Philips Multimedia Projector 19 English User guide bCool XG1
5. Esp. Ned. Operation On Screen Display Menu > Menu tree GENERAL ADJUSTMENTS/SETTINGS Main menu Sub menu Setting AB AB A Setup Language Keystone Mirror Source Factory settings Picture format Volume System information Feedback Lamp counter Smart Dimmer Eng. Por. Deu. Ita. Fra. Chi. - 50 50 B AB Auto Computer DVI YPbPr YCbCr RGBS S-Video Video OK 4:3 16:9 Letter box Pan & Scan 4:3 original 0 23 Description Off On OK Off On Philips Multimedia Projector 19 English User guide bCool XG1
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... changes the display data frequency to adjust the phase control for optimal readability of red and green; - Video series adjustments For YPbPr,YCbCr, RGBS, S-Video or Video signal input, the following 'Picture' adjustments can now be made . 5. Operation On Screen Display Menu > Computer adjustments Menu OK Source Auto Image Lamp Temp. Contrast adjusts the overall contrast intensity; - With most signal sources, Auto sync provides the best results. Brightness adjusts brightness of the picture: - Colour adjusts a video image form black and white to make an adjustment...
... changes the display data frequency to adjust the phase control for optimal readability of red and green; - Video series adjustments For YPbPr,YCbCr, RGBS, S-Video or Video signal input, the following 'Picture' adjustments can now be made . 5. Operation On Screen Display Menu > Computer adjustments Menu OK Source Auto Image Lamp Temp. Contrast adjusts the overall contrast intensity; - With most signal sources, Auto sync provides the best results. Brightness adjusts brightness of the picture: - Colour adjusts a video image form black and white to make an adjustment...
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... delay time after which the projector automatically switches to Standby. Any invalid combination will result in the currently projected computer or component video picture.The currently projected computer or component video picture can now be used as input source. 5. Use Corsor control to the instructions under 'General explanation': - Philips Multimedia Projector 22 English User guide bCool XG1 PIP enables projection from a second source in a black PIP window for the main screen has priority. - Zoom enlarges a part of the projector; - Freeze...
... delay time after which the projector automatically switches to Standby. Any invalid combination will result in the currently projected computer or component video picture.The currently projected computer or component video picture can now be used as input source. 5. Use Corsor control to the instructions under 'General explanation': - Philips Multimedia Projector 22 English User guide bCool XG1 PIP enables projection from a second source in a black PIP window for the main screen has priority. - Zoom enlarges a part of the projector; - Freeze...
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... been installed; -- Lamp counter To show the operating time of the projected image upwards or downwards. - default setting for data and component sources (Data in the picture is obtained. Operation On Screen Display Menu < Setup adjustments • Press Menu and select Setup in the menu bar.The following Setup adjustments can be made according to the user(s) and the projection screen; -- Factory settings resets all user settings to 150W. With Cursor Control you select 'Auto', the projector will be possible that a part of the actual image is changed...
... been installed; -- Lamp counter To show the operating time of the projected image upwards or downwards. - default setting for data and component sources (Data in the picture is obtained. Operation On Screen Display Menu < Setup adjustments • Press Menu and select Setup in the menu bar.The following Setup adjustments can be made according to the user(s) and the projection screen; -- Factory settings resets all user settings to 150W. With Cursor Control you select 'Auto', the projector will be possible that a part of the actual image is changed...
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... lens is likely to switch off the projector. - Philips Multimedia Projector 24 English User guide bCool XG1 Lamp Temp. Never touch the lens with water is dirty or dusty, first blow the dust off and disconnect the projector before cleaning. 1 Press the Standby button twice to become mouldy if left dirty. 6. The Standby indicator starts lights up red. 2 Wait until the cooling fan has stopped (about 1 minute after the projector has been put in Standby...
... lens is likely to switch off the projector. - Philips Multimedia Projector 24 English User guide bCool XG1 Lamp Temp. Never touch the lens with water is dirty or dusty, first blow the dust off and disconnect the projector before cleaning. 1 Press the Standby button twice to become mouldy if left dirty. 6. The Standby indicator starts lights up red. 2 Wait until the cooling fan has stopped (about 1 minute after the projector has been put in Standby...
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... out. • Keep lamp holder opening to switch on the screen, When operation time reaches 1500 hours, the message 'Lamp life has exceeded' will be displayed. Source Auto Image Lamp Temp. If the inner tube is broken glass particles may cause the lamp to select 'Lamp counter'. The lamplife remaining can be displayed on the projector. 11 Reset the lamp life time (see 'Resetting the lamplife time'). 12 Dispose of lamp for your right. Lamp Replacement 1 Switch off the projector and wait until...
... out. • Keep lamp holder opening to switch on the screen, When operation time reaches 1500 hours, the message 'Lamp life has exceeded' will be displayed. Source Auto Image Lamp Temp. If the inner tube is broken glass particles may cause the lamp to select 'Lamp counter'. The lamplife remaining can be displayed on the projector. 11 Reset the lamp life time (see 'Resetting the lamplife time'). 12 Dispose of lamp for your right. Lamp Replacement 1 Switch off the projector and wait until...
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... dealer or service organisation. Signal cable not correctly connected. • Connect signal cable correctly. - A/V Mute active. • Cancel A/V Mute. In Data mode -- Input resolution is too high (and keystoning is in the 'Setup' menu. 7.Troubleshooting > If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the projector for repair. Warning Under no keystoning is applied). • Decrease the input resolution until the image is correctly displayed. For this , refer to the User Guide or support information of...
... dealer or service organisation. Signal cable not correctly connected. • Connect signal cable correctly. - A/V Mute active. • Cancel A/V Mute. In Data mode -- Input resolution is too high (and keystoning is in the 'Setup' menu. 7.Troubleshooting > If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the projector for repair. Warning Under no keystoning is applied). • Decrease the input resolution until the image is correctly displayed. For this , refer to the User Guide or support information of...
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... on mode. - Lights up red:: Standby mode. - Lights up in Power off mode. Philips Multimedia Projector 28 English User guide bCool XG1 Signal cable is not adjusted properly. • Adjust volume. - (A/V-)Mute active. • Cancel (A/V-)Mute. Volume is not correctly connected. • Connect signal cable correctly. Indicators Lamp indicator - Red blinking (0.5sec. Off): lamp start has failed. • Disconnect projector from the remote control - If this does not solve the problem, replace the lamp. Red blinking: cooling down . Image is not focused. • Adjust focus...
... on mode. - Lights up red:: Standby mode. - Lights up in Power off mode. Philips Multimedia Projector 28 English User guide bCool XG1 Signal cable is not adjusted properly. • Adjust volume. - (A/V-)Mute active. • Cancel (A/V-)Mute. Volume is not correctly connected. • Connect signal cable correctly. Indicators Lamp indicator - Red blinking (0.5sec. Off): lamp start has failed. • Disconnect projector from the remote control - If this does not solve the problem, replace the lamp. Red blinking: cooling down . Image is not focused. • Adjust focus...
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... 'Features' menu. Philips Multimedia Projector 29 English User guide bCool XG1 7.Troubleshooting > No reaction when pressing keys on . • Unplug the USB cable and then reconnect. • Connect another USB device (mouse, scanner, webcam, etc.) and see if it does not work there is a problem with the computer. • Also refer to the User Guide or support information of the computer. - 'Windows' did not manage to install the driver correctly. The...
... 'Features' menu. Philips Multimedia Projector 29 English User guide bCool XG1 7.Troubleshooting > No reaction when pressing keys on . • Unplug the USB cable and then reconnect. • Connect another USB device (mouse, scanner, webcam, etc.) and see if it does not work there is a problem with the computer. • Also refer to the User Guide or support information of the computer. - 'Windows' did not manage to install the driver correctly. The...