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Operating Guide

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  • Page 1: About This Manual

    Projector CP-A100 User's Manual (detailed) Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, please read all manuals for this product. Be sure to read “Safety Guide” first. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Projector features . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Preparations .

  • Page 3: Projector Features

    Preparations Contents of package Please see the “Checking the contents” section in the User’s Manual (concise) which is a book. Your projector should come with the items shown there. Contact immediately your dealer if anything is missing. NOTE • Keep the original packing materials, for future reshipment. Be sure to use the original packing materials when moving the projector.

  • Page 4: Part Names

    ►Do not touch the lamp cover or approach the exhaust vents while using the projector and for a while after use, to prevent a burn. ►Do not cover, block, or plug up the vents to keep normal ventilation. Do not place anything that can stick or be sucked to the vents, around the intake vents.

  • Page 5: Control Buttons

    Control buttons (1) LAMP indicator (69) (2) TEMP indicator (69) (3) POWER indicator (16, 17, 69) (4) STANDBY/ON button (16, 17) (5) INPUT button (18) (6) FOCUS +/- buttons when no menu is displayed (21), or Cursor ◄, ► buttons when a menu is displayed (24).

  • Page 6: Remote Control

    Part names Remote control (1) STANDBY/ON button (16, 17) (2) VIDEO button (19) (3) COMPUTER button (18) (4) SEARCH button (19) (5) ASPECT button (19) (6) AUTO button (21) (7) BLANK button (23) (8) MAGNIFY ON button (22) (9) MAGNIFY OFF button (15, 22) (10) HOME button (15) (11) END button (15) (12) PAGE UP button (15)

  • Page 7: Setting Up

    Setting up Arrangement Install the projector in a stable, cool, dry and airy place, keeping a space of 30 cm or more between the sides of the projector and other objects such as walls. Refer to the following to decide the projection style. Ceiling mount and tabletop use must be setup with the designated optional accessories.
  • Page 8 • The screen position may be shifted after installation if the projector is suspended on a ceiling or somewhere, since the body of this projector is made of plastics. If readjustment is necessary, consult with your dealer or installater.
  • Page 9 • Do not place the projector on an unstable, slanted or vibrational surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand. • Do not place the projector on its side or front position. To place the projector on its rear position for the table top use, it is required to use the designated optional parts.

  • Page 10: Connecting With Your Devices

    Do not modify the projector or accessories. ►For the cable with a ferrite core only at one end, connect the end with the core to the projector. The cables may be required a specific length or a ferrite core by the regulations.
  • Page 11 Windows. Then the resolution will go back to the original. It might be recommended to use other CRT or LCD monitors to change the resolution. • In some cases, this projector may not display a proper picture or display any picture on screen. For example, automatic adjustment may not function correctly with some input signals.

  • Page 12: Connecting With A Power Supply

    • Do not handle the power cord with the wet hand. • Use this product with only the type of power supply indicated on the projector. • Use a power outlet that is close to the projector and easily accessible.

  • Page 13: Using The Security Bar And Slot

    WARNING ►Do not place the anti-theft chain or wire near the projector’s exhaust vents, since the chain or wire heated by the hot exhaust gas may cause a burn. ►Do not use the security bar or slot for the purpose of fall prevention, since these are not designed for it.

  • Page 14: Remote Control

    The accessory remote control needs batteries. Use the batteries included in this product or two new batteries of the specified type: HITACHI MAXELL, part number LR6 or R6P. Follow the following procedure. Remove the battery cover in the back of the remote control.

  • Page 15: Changing The Frequency Of Remote Control Signal . 5

    • When the simple mouse & keyboard function of this product does not work correctly, please check the following. - When a USB cable connects this projector with a PC having a built-in pointing device (e.g. track ball) like a notebook PC, open BIOS setup menu, then select the external mouse and disable the built-in pointing device, because the built-in pointing device may have priority to this function.

  • Page 16: Power On/Off

    Power on/off Power on/off Turning on the power Turn on the projector and the connected devices. Turn on the projector ahead of other connected devices, unless mentioned in the manuals. For this projector, follow the procedure below. Press the side marked " I " of the power switch, as the power-on position.

  • Page 17: Turn Off The Power

    • Use the shutdown switch (70) only when the projector is not turned off by normal procedure. • Do not turn the projector on for about 10 minutes or more after turning it off. Turning the projector on again too soon could shorten the lifetime of some consumable parts of the projector.

  • Page 18: Operating

    S-VIDEO  ● While TURN ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION Menu (42), the projector will keep checking the ports in above order repeatedly till an input signal is detected. Press COMPUTER button on the remote control.

  • Page 19: Searching An Input Signal

    COMPONENT (Y, C ● While TURN ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION Menu, the projector will keep checking every port sequentially till an input signal is detected (42). If VIDEO button is pushed when COMPUTER IN1 or COMPUTER IN2 port is selected, the projector will check COMPONENT port first.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Projection Position

    ►Tilt the projector with these elevating feet only. ►Do not tilt the projector over 5 degrees, when it is suspended from a ceiling or somewhere.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the focus Press the FOCUS + or FOCUS – button on the remote control, or FOCUS + or FOCUS – button on the projector while no menu is on screen, to display the FOCUS box on screen. Use the FOCUS + and FOCUS – buttons to adjust the screen focus.

  • Page 22: Correcting The Keystone Distortions

    To exit from the MAGNIFY mode and restore the screen to normal, press the OFF button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. ● The projector automatically exits from the MAGNIFY mode when the input signal is changed or when the display condition is changed.

  • Page 23: Freezing The Screen

    MENU, MAGNIFY and MY BUTTON1/2 (except MY MEMORY or PICTURE MODE is assigned to) (44) is pressed. ● If the projector continues projecting a still image for a long time, the LCD panel might possibly be burned in. Do not leave the projector in the FREEZE mode for too long.

  • Page 24: Using The Menu Function

    If you want to move the menu position, use the cursor buttons after pressing the POSITION button. While the projector is displaying any menu, the MENU button on the projector works as the cursor buttons. In the EASY MENU If you want to change it to the Advanced Menu, select the Go to Advanced Menu...
  • Page 25 Using the menu function (continued) In the Advanced Menu Use the ▲/▼ cursor buttons to select a menu. If you want to change it to the EASY MENU, select EASY MENU. Then press the ► cursor button, or ENTER button to select an item.

  • Page 26: Easy Menu

    EASY MENU EASY MENU From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio. ASPECT See the ASPECT item in IMAGE Menu ( ...

  • Page 27: Go To Advanced Menu

    EASY MENU EASY MENU (continued) Item Description Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the brightness. BRIGHTNESS See BRIGHTNESS item in PICTURE Menu (28). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the contrast. CONTRAST See CONTRAST item in PICTURE Menu (28). Using the ◄/► buttons adjusts the strength of whole color. COLOR See COLOR item in PICTURE Menu (29).

  • Page 28: Picture Menu

    PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu From the PICTURE Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 29 PICTURE Menu (continued) Item Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the color temperature mode. #5 Hi-BRIGHT-2 DEFAULT � #4 Hi-BRIGHT-1 CUSTOM � #4 Hi-BRIGHT-1 DEFAULT Selecting a mode whose name includes CUSTOM and then pressing the ► button or the ENTER button displays a dialog to aid you in adjusting the OFFSET and GAIN of the selected mode.
  • Page 30 • There may be some noise and/or the screen may flicker for a moment when an adjustment is made. This is not a malfunction. This projector has 4 memories for adjustment data (for all the items of PICTURE Menu). Selecting a function using the ▲/▼ buttons and pressing the ► or ENTER button performs each function.

  • Page 31: Image Menu

    IMAGE Menu From the IMAGE Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 32 IMAGE Menu IMAGE Menu (continued) Item Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal position. Left ó Right • Over-adjusting the horizontal position may cause noise to appear on the screen. If this occurs please reset the horizontal position to the default setting. Pressing RESET button when H POSITION is H POSITION selected will reset H POSITION to the default setting.

  • Page 33: Input Menu

    When the SCART RGB is selected, COMPONENT (Y, C ) and VIDEO ports will function as a SCART RGB port. A SCART cable is required for a SCART RGB input to the projector. For your reference, see the TECHNICAL part.
  • Page 34 INPUT Menu INPUT Menu (continued) Item The video format for S-VIDEO port and VIDEO port can be set. (1) Use the ◄/► buttons to select the input port. (2) Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode AUTO ó NTSC ó PAL ó SECAM VIDEO FORMAT •...
  • Page 35 INPUT Menu (continued) Item The resolution for the COMPUTER IN1 and IN2 input signals can be set on this projector. (1) In the INPUT Menu select the RESOLUTION using the ▲/▼ buttons and press the ► button. The RESOLUTION menu will be displayed.

  • Page 36: Setup Menu

    NORMAL ó H:INVERT ó V:INVERT ó H&V:INVERT If the Transition Detector is TURN ON and MIRROR status is changed, Transition Detector Alarm (51) will be displayed when projector is restarted after the power switch is turned off. Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the volume. VOLUME High ó...
  • Page 37 SETUP Menu (continued) Item Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the built-in speaker. SPEAKER TURN ON ó TURN OFF When TURN OFF is selected, the built-in speaker does not work. Allocates the audio ports. (1) Choose a picture input port using the ▲/▼...

  • Page 38: Screen Menu

    SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu From the SCREEN Menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 39 SCREEN Menu (continued) Item Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the start-up screen. The start-up screen is a screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen ó ORIGINAL ó TURN OFF MyScreen START UP ORIGINAL TURN OFF •...
  • Page 40 SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu (continued) Item This item allows you to capture an image for use as a MyScreen image which can be used as the BLANK screen and START UP screen. Display the image you want to capture before executing the following procedure.
  • Page 41 The indication of the PICTURE MODE displayed by changing The indication of the MY MEMORY displayed by changing The indication of “FREEZE” and “II” while the projector is in the FREEZE mode. • If the projector goes into the FREEZE mode while the TURN OFF is selected, the picture on screen is frozen without any messages, which is not a malfunction (23).

  • Page 42: Option Menu

    Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the AUTO ON function. TURN ON ó TURN OFF When set to the TURN ON, the lamp in projector will be automatically turned on without the usual procedure (16), only when the projector is supplied with the power after the power was AUTO ON cut while the lamp was on.

  • Page 43: Replacing The Lamp

    Long (max. 99 minutes) ó Short (min. 0 minute = DISABLE) When the time is set to 0, the projector is not turned off automatically. AUTO OFF When the time is set to 1 to 99, and when the passed time with no- signal or an unsuitable signal reaches at the set time, the projector lamp will be turned off.
  • Page 44 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item This item is to assign one of the following functions to MY BUTTON 1 and 2 on the remote control (6). Choose 1 or 2 on the MY BUTTON menu using the ◄/► button first. Then using the ▲/▼...
  • Page 45 If the air-filter becomes to be blocked by dust or others, the internal temperature will rise, which could cause malfunction, or reduce the lifetime of the projector. • Please be careful with the operating environment of the projector and the condition of the air-filter. (continued on next page) Description FINE: Finer tuning including H.SIZE adjustment.
  • Page 46 Item KEY LOCK Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the key lock feature. When TURN ON is selected, the buttons on the projector except the STANDBY/ON button are locked. TURN ON ó TURN OFF • Please use to avoid a mischief and touching accidentally. This function does not have any effect on the remote control.
  • Page 47 If an incorrect PASSWORD is input the ENTER PASSWORD box will be displayed again. If incorrect PASSWORD is input 3 times the projector will turn off. Afterwards the projector will turn off every time an incorrect PASSWORD is input. menu to select SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE and press the ►...

  • Page 48: Password Function

    RESET button for about 3 seconds or press and hold the INPUT and ► buttons on the projector for about 3 seconds. The 10-digit Inquiring Code will be displayed. will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed.

  • Page 49: Using The Pin Lock Function

    2.4-3 Contact your dealer with the 10-digit Inquiring Code. Your PASSWORD 3. Using the PIN LOCK Function PIN LOCK is a function which prevents the projector from being used unless a registered Code is input. 3.1 Registering the PIN Code 3.1-1 Use the ▲/▼...
  • Page 50 If an incorrect PIN Code is input 3 times the projector will turn off. Afterwards the projector will turn off every time an incorrect PIN Code is input. The projector will also turn off if there is no key input for about 5 minutes while the PIN BOX is displayed.

  • Page 51: Using The Transition Detector Function

    4.1 Turning On the 4.1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SECURITY • This feature may not function properly if the projector is not in a stable position when TURN ON is selected. 4.1-2 When the projector is turned on, if this...
  • Page 52 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu (continued) Item 4.2-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the Pressing the ENTER button will return to the TRANSITION DETECTOR on/off menu. • Please do not forget your Transition Detector PASSWORD. 4.3 Setting the Transition Detector off 4.3-1 Follow the procedure in 4.1-1 to display the TRANSITION DETECTOR 4.3-2 Select TURN OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD box (large).

  • Page 53: Using The My Text Password Function

    OPTION Menu (continued) Item 5. Using the MY TEXT PASSWORD function This item allows you to display your own message (MY TEXT) on the START UP screen and INPUT-INFORMATION. It can be protected by a password to prevent it from being overwritten. 5.1 Writing the MY TEXT (1) Use the ▲/▼...
  • Page 54 (continued) Pressing the ENTER button on the remote control or INPUT button on the projector will return to the MY TEXT PASSWORD on/off menu. When the PASSWORD is set for the MY TEXT; • The MY TEXT DISPLAY menu will be unavailable, which can prohibit changing the DISPLAY setting.

  • Page 55: Network Menu

    Select “NETWORK” from the main menu to access the following functions. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table.
  • Page 56 DHCP is set to OFF. • The IP ADDRESS is the number that identifies this projector on the network. You cannot have two devices with the same IP ADDRESS on the same network. • The IP ADDRESS “0.0.0.0” is prohibited.
  • Page 57 (4) To finish entering text, move the (continued on next page) Description PROJECTOR NAME menu and press the ► button. The PROJECTOR NAME dialog will be displayed. will be displayed on the first 3 lines. If not yet written, the lines will be blank.
  • Page 58 To return to the menu Press the ◄ or ESC button on the remote control. To erase the image displayed and its source file in the projector. (1) Press the RESET button on the (2) Press the ENTER button on the remote control or the INPUT...
  • Page 59 INFORMATION • The PROJECTOR NAME is displayed. • Nothing (blank) is shown in the “PROJECTOR NAME” field until you setup the item (57). • When the voltage level of the battery for the built in clock decreases, the set time may become incorrect even though accurate date and time are input.

  • Page 60: C.c. (Closed Caption) Menu

    C .C . (Closed Caption) Menu C.C. (Closed Caption) Menu The closed caption setting can be changed through C.C. Menu in the advance menu. Please select the item that you will change using ▲/▼ cursor buttons. • The C.C. (Closed Caption) is the function that displays a transcript or dialog of the audio portion of a video, files or other presentation or other relevant sounds.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    And cool the projector down by leaving it for about 45 minutes as it is. When the projector is mounted on a ceiling or somewhere over your head, or when the lamp may have been broken, be sure to refer replacement to your dealer or service person, since it may be dangerous.
  • Page 62 • If the lamp should break (it will male a loud bang when it does), ventilate the room well, and make sure not to breathe the gas that comes out of the projector vents or get it in your eyes or mouth.

  • Page 63: Maintaining The Air-Filter

    Plug in and restart the projector (12, 16). Then, reset the filter time (which is the time counter for the air-filter use). (1) Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the projector or the MENU button on the remote control. The “EASY MENU” appears.
  • Page 64 ►Before taking care of the air-filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool sufficiently. Taking care of the air-filter in a high temperature state of the projector could cause an electric shock, a burn or malfunction to the projector.

  • Page 65: Replacing The Clock Battery

    Replacing the clock battery This projector has internal clock that uses a battery. When the clock of the network function does not work correctly, please try solution by replacement of the battery: HITACHI MAXELL, part number CR2032. Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

  • Page 66: Caring For The Mirror And Lens

    WARNING ►Before caring for the projection mirror and lens, turn the projector off and unplug the power cord, then cool the projector sufficiently. ►Do not use a vacuum cleaner to clean the projection mirror or lens, since it might give some damage.

  • Page 67: Other Care

    Other care Inside of the projector In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your dealer about once every year. Caring for the cabinet and remote control Incorrect care could have adverse influence such as discoloration, peeling paint, etc.

  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact to your dealer or service company. Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector, the following checks and measures are recommended before requesting repair. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service company.

  • Page 69: Regarding The Indicator Lamps

    The lens door is not opened or closed properly. One of the followings has been happened. • The lens door is not opened properly, when the projector is turned on. • The lens door is not closed properly, when the projector is turned off.

  • Page 70: Shutting The Projector Down

    There is a possibility that the interior portion has become heated. Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least 20 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of the following items, and then turn the power on again.

  • Page 71: Phenomena That May Be Easy To Be Mistaken For Machine Defects

    Please turn the power off and disconnect the power plug from the power outlet, and allow the projector to cool down at least 45 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of the attachment state of the lamp and lamp cover, and then turn the power on again.
  • Page 72 Correctly set the AUDIO/SPEAKER in SETUP Menu. The lens door is not fully opened. Turn the projector off, and then turn it on again to make sure that the door is opened correctly. The signal cables are not correctly connected.
  • Page 73 Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects (continued) Phenomenon The FREEZE function is working. Video screen display freezes. Press FREEZE button to restore the screen to normal. Color settings are not correctly adjusted. Perform picture adjustments by changing the COLOR Colors have a TEMP, COLOR, TINT and/or COLOR SPACE settings, faded- out...

  • Page 74: Ontrast Specifications

    Power supply Power consumption Temperature range Ports Optional parts Weight (mass) Size Specifications Liquid crystal projector 1.6 cm (0.63 type) 786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical) F=2.1 f=5.1 mm 220 W UHB AC 100-120V/3.6A, AC 220-240V/1.5A 340W 5~35°C (operating) COMPUTER IN1 ...
  • Page 75 Specifications (continued) Specifications [unit: mm]...

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