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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    User Color . Options menu . Setup menu . Setup menu functions available for connected source © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Language menu . Information menu Appendix A. Maintenance ..A-1 . vii Replacing the projection lamp .
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  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad. © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.
  • Page 8 Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: General Safety Guidelines

    Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo expressly identifies CRUs as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to replace those parts. You must closely follow all instructions when performing such replacements.

  • Page 10: Batteries

    In addition many mobile products such as notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with Lenovo approved parts.

  • Page 11: Cd And Dvd Drive Safety

    CD and DVD drive safety CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following: v Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging...
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  • Page 13: Registering Your Option

    Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help Lenovo to better serve you in the future. Your feedback is valuable to us in developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to communicate with you.
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  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Product Description

    Chapter 1. Product Description The M500 projector can be used for both business presentations and home entertainment and is easy to connect, use, and maintain. Some main features of this projector are: v Extremely powerful, lightweight, and portable at 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs).

  • Page 16: Packing Checklist

    User’s guide (and installation) CD Multi-lingual quick start guide Carrying case Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work. Attention: Avoid using the projector in dusty environments. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 17: Top View Of The Projector

    Top view of the projector This section provides information on the controls on the top of the projector. 1 User controls 2 Rear IR receiver 3 Lens zoom 4 Focus 5 Height-adjuster button 6 Front IR receiver Top view See top view detail Receives IR signal from remote control Enlarges projected image Clarifies projected image...
  • Page 18 4 Menu 5 Source/Left cursor 6 Quick menu/Down cursor 7 Auto/Right cursor M500 Projector User’s Guide On-Screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs Orange - Lamp ready, you can safely turn off projector or unplug the projector Flashing - do not press power button...

  • Page 19: Rear View Of The Projector

    Rear view of the projector This section provides information on the items on the back of the projector. 1 Power 2 Rear IR receiver 3 USB 4 Audio-in 5 Video/S-Video 6 DVI-I 7 Security lock Rear view Connects the supplied power cord Receiver for IR signal from remote control Connects the USB cable from a computer Connects the audio cable from the input device...

  • Page 20: Bottom View Of The Projector

    Attention: To reduce the risk of injury to the eyes, do not look directly into the remote control laser light and do not point the laser light into anyone’s eyes. The remote control is equipped with a Class II laser that emits radiation. M500 Projector User’s Guide Bottom view Push to release height adjuster...
  • Page 21 1 Laser Use as on-screen pointer. Do not point in eyes. 2 IR transmitter Transmits signals to projector. 3 Status LED Lights when the remote control is used. 4 Auto Auto adjustment for phase, tracking, size, position. 5 Blank Makes the screen blank. 6 Enter Changes settings in the OSD.

  • Page 22: Remote Control Operating Range

    10 meters (33 feet) and 30 degrees above or below the projector level. If the projector does not respond to the remote control, move a little closer. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Projector And Remote Control Buttons

    Projector and remote control buttons The projector can be operated using the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector. All operations can be carried out with the remote control; however the buttons on the projector are limited in use.
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  • Page 25: Chapter 2. Setup And Operation

    Inserting remote control batteries Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries, taking note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 26: Connecting Input Devices

    To control your computer mouse using the projector remote control, connect the projector to the computer with a USB cable as shown below. Note: USB mouse function is only supported with Windows 2000 and Windows XP. M500 Projector User’s Guide Description Connect the supplied USB cable from a computer.

  • Page 27: Starting And Shutting Down The Projector

    Starting and shutting down the projector 1. Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. This turns on the POWER and READY LEDs on the projector. 2. Turn on the connected devices. 3. Ensure that the Ready LED is on a steady (not flashing) orange and then press the Power button to turn on the projector.

  • Page 28: Setting Access Passwords (Security Lock)

    Attention: Keep the password in a safe place. Without the password, you will not be able to use the projector. If you lose the password, contact Lenovo support for information on clearing the password. 1. Press Menu to open the OSD menu.
  • Page 29 5. Press the left or right cursor button to select Enable (green text is selected). A password dialog box appears. 6. You can use the cursor buttons numbered 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the remote to enter the password. You can use any combination including the same number multiple times, but the password must be four characters.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Projected Image Position

    2. To lower the level of the projector, press the height-adjuster button and push down on the top of the projector. 3. If the image is not level, rotate the leveling foot D on the left of the projector. To rotate the image clockwise, rotate the foot clockwise (as viewed from above). M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Adjusting Zoom, Focus And Keystone

    Adjusting zoom, focus and keystone 1. Use the Image-zoom control (on the projector only) to resize the projected image and screen size A . 2. Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image B . 3.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Volume

    1. Press the Quick Menu button. The brightness control appears on the display. 2. Press the Quick Menu button repeatedly to scroll through the options contrast, volume, and keystone. 3. Use the left cursor/Source and Auto/cursor right buttons to adjust the value. The slider menu closes automatically. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Chapter 3. On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu Settings

    6. If you wish to cancel all changes made within a sub-menu, select Cancel and press the Enter button. 7. Press Menu to confirm the new setting and leave the sub-menu, or to close the OSD from the main menu screen. © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Function Opens and closes the OSD.
  • Page 34 Note: Depending on the video source not all items in the OSD are available. For example, the Horizontal or Vertical Position items in the Properties menu can only be modified when connected to a PC. Items that are not available are grayed out and cannot be accessed. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 35: Setting The Osd Language

    Setting the OSD language You may want to reference the OSD on your projector while reading this section. Set the OSD language to your preference before continuing. The default language is English. 1. Press the menu button to open the OSD menu. 2.

  • Page 36: Quality Menu Functions Available For Connected Source

    Press the left or right cursor button to adjust the color space (range: Auto - RGB - YPbPr - YCbCr) Cancel Return to previous menu. Quality menu functions available for connected source Function Brightness Contrast M500 Projector User’s Guide Component DVI-D video Default Normal Auto Composite video...

  • Page 37: Properties Menu

    Function Sharpness Color temp Color saturation Color tint Gamma Color space Cancel x = available to video source Properties menu 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD. 2. Press the left or right cursor buttons to move to the Properties menu. 3.

  • Page 38: Properties Menu Functions Available For Connected Source

    Advance feature See “Advance features” on page 3-7. Cancel Return to previous menu. Properties menu functions available for connected source Function Horizontal position Vertical position Keystone correction Aspect ratio M500 Projector User’s Guide Description Component DVI-D video Default Composite video S-video...

  • Page 39: Advance Features

    Function Advance feature Cancel x = available to video source Advance features 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the up or down cursor buttonsto move to the Properties menu. 3. Press the up or down cursor buttons to move to the Advance Feature menu and then press the Enter button.

  • Page 40: User Color

    1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the left or right cursor buttons to move to the Properties menu. Press the up or down cursor buttons to move to the Advance Feature menu. M500 Projector User’s Guide Default Data source:...
  • Page 41 3. Press the up or down cursor buttons to move to the User Color menu and then press the Enter button. 4. Press the up or down cursor buttons to move up and down in the User Color menu. Press the left or right cursor buttons to change values for settings.

  • Page 42: Options Menu

    Press the left or right cursor button to position the OSD on screen. (Range: Left - Right - Center - Down - Up) Menu display Press the left or right cursor button to determine the timeout delay of the OSD. (Range: 10 - 20 sec.) 3-10 M500 Projector User’s Guide Default blue center...

  • Page 43: Setup Menu

    Translucent menu Press the left or right cursor button to set menu screen translucency. (Range: 0% - 100%) Cancel Return to previous menu Note: The Options menu functions are available to all video sources. Setup menu 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD. 2.

  • Page 44: Setup Menu Functions Available For Connected Source

    6. If you wish to cancel all changes made within the Language menu, select Cancel and press the Enter button. 7. Press Menu to confirm the new settings and leave the Language menu. 3-12 M500 Projector User’s Guide Component DVI-D video...

  • Page 45: Information Menu

    Information menu 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Press the left or right cursor buttons to move to the Information menu. 3. Press the up or down cursor buttons to move up and down in the Information menu. 4.
  • Page 46 Normal). Eco mode uses less power and extends lamp life, but decreases lamp brightness. Lamp hour reset After replacing the lamp, this item should be reset. Refer to “Replacing the projection lamp” on page A-1. 3-14 M500 Projector User’s Guide Default Display only Display only Display only Display only...

  • Page 47: Appendix A. Maintenance

    2. Remove the lamp compartment cover B . 3. Remove the two screws from the lamp module A . 4. Lift the module handle up B . 5. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module. © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 48: Resetting The Lamp

    1. Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. 2. Press the left or right cursor button to move to the Information menu. 3. Press the up or down cursor button to move down to Lamp Hour Reset. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Cleaning The Projector

    4. Press the up or down cursor button or the Enter button. A message screen appears. 5. Using the remote, press the cursor buttons in this order: down, up, left, right. The Status menu displays the Lamp Hours reset to zero. Cleaning the projector Cleaning the projector to remove dust and grime will help ensure trouble-free operation.

  • Page 50: Using The Kensington Lock

    Using the Kensington lock If you are concerned about security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington slot and a security cable. Note: Contact Lenovo for details on purchasing a suitable Kensington security cable. M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 51: Appendix B. Troubleshooting

    LED error messages Status/Number of flashes Ready Flashing Power © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Description Lamp not ready - do not press the power button Fan 1 error Fan 2 error System task created error System overheating...

  • Page 52: Image Problems

    Issue There is no light from the projector. The lamp turns off. M500 Projector User’s Guide Solution(s) 1. Verify the settings on your notebook or desktop PC. 2. Turn off all equipment and power up again in the correct order.

  • Page 53: Remote Control Problems

    Remote control problems Issue The projector does not respond to the remote control. Audio problems Issue There is no sound. The sound is distorted. Servicing the projector If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the projector serviced. For details on obtaining service, go to Appendix D, “Service and Support,”...
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  • Page 55: Appendix C. Specifications

    12,192 m (0 to 40,000 ft) (non-operating) Humidity (operating) 5% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing Humidity 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing (non-operating) Input power 100 - 240 V 1.8A 50/60 Hz requirements © Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 56: Projection Distance Vs. Projection Size

    Projection distance vs. projection size Shaded rows are equivalent measurement in feet and inches. Image width M500 Projector User’s Guide Screen height E. Projection distance...

  • Page 57: Timing Mode Table

    Timing mode table The projector can display several resolutions. The following table outlines the resolutions that can be displayed by the projector. Signal Resolution NTSC PAL/SECAM VESA 640 x 350 720 x 400 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600...
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  • Page 59: Appendix D. Service And Support

    During the warranty period, assistance for replacement or exchange of defective components is available. In addition, if your option is installed in a Lenovo computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative.
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  • Page 61: Appendix E. Lenovo Statement Of Limited Warranty

    This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms, Part 2 - Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by Lenovo Group Limited or one of its subsidiaries (called ″Lenovo″) in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale.
  • Page 62 If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, contact a Service Provider. If you do not register the Machine with Lenovo, you may be required to present proof of purchase as evidence of your entitlement to warranty service.

  • Page 63: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    Limitation of Liability Lenovo is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine only while it is 1) in your Service Provider’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where Lenovo is responsible for the transportation charges. Neither Lenovo nor your Service Provider are responsible for any of your confidential, proprietary or personal information contained in a Machine which you return for any reason.
  • Page 64 Limitation of Liability: The following is added at the end of this section: In accordance with Article 1328 of the Peruvian Civil Code the limitations and exclusions specified in this section will not apply to damages caused by Lenovo’s willful misconduct (″dolo″) or gross negligence (″culpa inexcusable″).
  • Page 65 Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section: Where Lenovo is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, Lenovo’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
  • Page 66 Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which Lenovo provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.
  • Page 67 Limitation of Liability: The words ″SPECIAL″ and ″ECONOMIC″ in item 3 in the fifth paragraph are deleted. EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA (EMEA) THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO ALL EMEA COUNTRIES: The terms of this Statement of Limited Warranty apply to Machines purchased from Lenovo or a Lenovo reseller. How to Obtain Warranty Service:...
  • Page 68 If you purchase a Machine in one of the Western European countries, as defined above, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from a Service Provider, provided the Machine has been announced and made available by Lenovo in the country in which you wish to obtain service.
  • Page 69 Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1. Lenovo’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence of the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty or due to any other cause...
  • Page 70 Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1. Lenovo’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence of the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty is limited to the...
  • Page 71 EGYPT Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this section: as to any other actual direct damages, Lenovo’s liability will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 72 Warranty in respect of which Lenovo is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as one Default occurring on the date of occurrence of the last such Default.

  • Page 73: Part 3 - Warranty Information

    1. Customer Replaceable Unit (″CRU″) Service Lenovo will ship CRUs to you for you to install, Tier 1 CRUs are easy to install whereas Tier 2 CRUs require some technical skill and tools. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your Machine and are available from Lenovo at any time on your request.

  • Page 74: Worldwide Telephone List

    CRU must be returned. When return is required, 1) return instructions and a container are shipped with the replacement CRU, and 2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement. 2. On-site Service Your Service Provider will either repair or exchange the failing Machine at your location and verify its operation.
  • Page 75 Warranty service and support: 01805-25-35-58 (German) Greece +30-210-680-1700 Guatemala 335-8490 (Spanish) Honduras Tegucigalpa & San Pedro Sula: 232-4222 San Pedro Sula: 552-2234 (Spanish) Hungary +36-1-382-5720 India 1600-44-6666 Alternate Toll Free: +91-80-2678-8940 (English) Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty E-15...
  • Page 76 +44 (0)1475-555-055 Netherlands +31-20-514-5770 (Dutch) New Zealand 0800-446-149 (English) Nicaragua 255-6658 (Spanish) Norway Up and running support: 6681-1100 Warranty service and support: 8152-1550 (Norwegian) Panama 206-6047 (Spanish) Peru 0-800-50-866 (Spanish) Philippines 1800-1888-1426 +63-2-995-8420 (English, Philipino) E-16 M500 Projector User’s Guide...

  • Page 77: Guarantee Supplement For Mexico

    All software programs pre-loaded in the equipment shall only have a thirty- (30) day guarantee for installation defects from the date of purchase. Lenovo is not responsible for the information in such software programs and/or any additional software programs installed by you or installed after purchase of the product.
  • Page 78 Col. Club de Golf Atlas El Salto, Jalisco, México C.P. 45680, Tel. 01-800-3676900 Marketing by: Lenovo de México, Comercialización y Servicios, S. A. de C. V. Alfonso Nápoles Gándara No 3111 Parque Corporativo de Peña Blanca Delegación Álvaro Obregón México, D.F., México C.P.

  • Page 79: Appendix F. Notices

    Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 80: Trademarks

    Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo ThinkPad IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both, and is used under license.

  • Page 81: Appendix G. Electronic Emission Notices

    Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 82 électromagnétique. Lenovo décline toute responsabilité en cas de non-respect de cette directive résultant d’une modification non recommandée du produit, y compris l’ajout de cartes en option non Lenovo. Ce produit respecte les limites des caractéristiques d’immunité des appareils de traitement de l’information définies par la classe B de la norme européenne EN 55022 (CISPR 22).
  • Page 83 Lenovo no puede aceptar responsabilidad alguna si este producto deja de satisfacer dichos requisitos de protección como resultado de una modificación no recomendada del producto, incluyendo el ajuste de tarjetas de opción que no sean Lenovo. Este producto ha sido probado y satisface los límites para Equipos Informáticos Clase B de conformidad con el Estándar Europeo EN 55022.
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  • Page 86 Part Number: 40Y7881 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 40Y7881...

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