3M Multimedia Projector Mp7740i Operators Manual

							MP7640i/MP7740i
Multimedia Projector
Operators Guide 
						

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CONTENTS
Thank you for purchasing this projector.
• The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.\
• The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may \
appear in this manual 
• The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or contents is no\
t permitted without express written authority.
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• PS/2, VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of the International Bu\
siness Machines Corporation.
• Apple, Mac and ADB are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc\
.
• VESA and SVGA are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Asso\
ciation.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
• All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
NOTE
WARNING• Please read the accompanying manual “Product Safety Guide 
and this “Operators Guide” thoroughly to ensure correct usage through 
understanding. After reading, store this instruction manual in a safe place for 
future reference.
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Ultra High BrightnessCrisp, ultra-bright presentations is achieved
by using a UHB (ultra high brightness) lamp
and a highly efficient optical system
Partial Magnification FunctionInteresting parts of images can be magnified
for closer viewing 
Keystone Distortion CorrectionQuick correction of distorted images electrically
Whisper Mode EquippedSpecial mode is available for reducing
projector noise to achieve quieter operation
PREPARATIONSYour projector should come with the items
shown below. Check to make sure that all the
items are included. Contact your dealer if
anything is missing. 
Projector
(with Lens Cap)
Soft carrying case Power cord 
(US Type)
Power cord(UK Type)Power cord
(Europe Type)
(with white lead)         (with green lead)
Remote control
Two AA batteries (for the remote control)
PROJECTOR FEATURESThis liquid crystal projector is used to project
various computer signals as well as NTSC / PAL /
SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space
is required for installation and large images can
easily be realized.
•  Keep the original packing material for future reshipment.NOTE
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1Connect your devices to the projector
Connect your computer, VCR and/or other
devices you will be using to the projector.
Insert the batteries into the remote
control2
3Connect the power cord
(1) Connect the connector of the electrical power cord to the AC inlet of th\
e main unit.
(2) Firmly plug the power cords plug into the outlet
WARNINGPrecautions to observe in regards to the power cord:Please use extra
caution when connecting the projectors power cord as incorrect or fault\
y
connections may result in FIRE AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Please adhere to\
 the
following safety guidelines to insure safe operation of the projector:
•
Only plug the power cord into outlets rated for use with the power cord\
s specified voltage range.
• Only use the power cord that came with the projector.
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE GROUND CONNECTION OF THE THREE- PRONGED PLUG!
• Make sure that you firmly connect the power cord to the projector a\
nd wall outlet. 
™
(1)
(2)
Power outlet
Power cord AC inlet
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PART NAMESTHE PROJECTOR
Indicates the corresponding
reference page
AC power inlet
(to the Power Cord)
Ventilation Openings
(Intake)Power switch
Zoom ring
Focus ring
Remote sensor
Lens
Slide Lens Door

Foot Adjuster
Air filter
KEYSTONE button

STANDBY/ON button
INPUT button
RESET button
Speaker Foot Adjuster button

Rear Foot Adjuster
LAMP indicator
TEMP indicator
POWER indicator
MENU button
Ventilation Openings
(Exhaust)
Terminal Panel
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THE REMOTE CONTROL
THE TERMINAL PANEL
STANDBY/ON button
VIDEO button
MENU button

RGB button
BLANK button
SEARCH button
VOLUME button
MUTE button
KEYSTONE button
ASPECT button
AUTO button
MAGNIFY buttons
FREEZE button
POSITION button
ESC button
,,,
Cursor buttons
RESET button
ENTER button
VIDEO
ASPECT
MUTE
KEYSTONE
FREEZE OFFON
MENU
POSITION
ENTER
ESC RESET
VOLUME
MAGNIFY
AUTO BLANK
RGB SEARCH
STANDBY/ON
Remote sensor
COMPONENT Y port
C
B/PBport
C
R/PRport
S-VIDEO port AUDIO
L port R port



RGB port
CONTROL port
AUDIO port
VIDEO port
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Angle Adjustment
1Lift up the front side of the
projector, and pressing the foot
adjuster button, adjust the
projection angle
2Release the button to lock at the
desired angle
3Make the rear foot adjuster screw to
adjust the left-right slope
Use the foot adjusters on the bottom of the projector to adjust the proj\
ection
angle. It is variable within 0
˚ to 10 ˚ approximately.
CAUTION• Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instruction\
s
of the accompanying manual “Product Safety Guide” and this manual.
• If you press the elevator buttons without holding the projector, th\
e projector might crash down, overturn, smash your fingers and possibly result in malfunct\
ion. To
prevent damaging the projector and injuring yourself, ALWAYS HOLD THE
PROJECTOR whenever using the elevator buttons to adjust the elevator fee\
t. 
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
Press the foot adjuster button
Rear Foot Adjuster
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Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size\
 and
projection distance.
Adjusting the Screen Size and Projection Distance
Top view
ab
Lens center
The screenSide view
Top view
a
b
Lens center
The screen
Side view
If 4:3 aspect ratio
If 16:9 aspect ratio
4
3
9 16
The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen
(MP7640i: 800x600  pixels / MP7740i: 1024x768 pixels).
a:Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%)
b:Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the screen (±10%)
Screen size
[inch (m)]a [inch (m)]b
[inch (cm)]
Min.Max.
40  (1.0)37  (0.9)46  (1.2)3     (8.7)
60  (1.5)57  (1.5)69  (1.8)5   (13.1)
80  (2.0)77  (1.9)93  (2.4)7   (17.4)
100  (2.5)96  (2.4)116  (2.9)9   (21.8)
120  (3.0)116  (2.9)139  (3.5)10   (26.1)
150  (3.8)145  (3.7)174  (4.4)13   (32.7)
200  (5.0)194  (4.9)233  (5.9)17   (43.5)
Screen size [inch (cm)]a [inch (m)]b
[inch (cm)]
Min.Max.
30  (0.8)30  (0.8)38  (1.0)0     (1)
40  (1.0)41  (1.0)50  (1.3)0     (1)
60  (1.5)62  (1.6)76  (1.9)1     (2)
80  (2.0)83  (2.1)101  (2.6)1     (2)
100  (2.5)105  (2.7)127  (3.2)1     (3)
120  (3.0)126  (3.2)152  (3.9)1     (4)
150  (3.8)158  (4.0)190  (4.8)2     (4)
200  (5.0)212  (5.4)254  (6.4)2     (6)
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DVD players
VCRs
Laptop computers
Desktop computers
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corresponding
reference page
ATTENTIONPrecautions to observe when connecting other devices to the projector
• Whenever attempting to connect other devices to the projector, please th\
oroughly
read the manual of each device to be connected.
• TURN OFF ALL DEVICES prior to connecting them to the projector. Attempti\
ng to connect a live device to the projector may generate extremely loud noise\
s or other
abnormalities that may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device\
 and/or
projector. Refer to the “Technical” for the pin assignment of connectors and 
RS-232C communication data.
• Make sure that you connect devices to the correct port. Incorrect connec\
tion may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector.
•  Some cables have to be used with core set. Use the accessory cable or a designated-
type cable for the connection. For cables that have a core only at one end, 
connect the core to the projector.
• Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten.
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES 
Devices You Can Connect to the Projector
(Refer to this section for planning your device
configuration to use for your presentation.)
CAUTION• Incorrect connecting could result in fire or electrical shock. Plea\
se
read this manual and the separate “Product Safety Guide”.
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Ports and Cables
Refer to the table below to find out which projector port and cable to u\
se for connecting a
given device. Use this table for determining which cables to prepare.
About Plug-and-Play Capability
• This projector is compatible with VESA DDC 1/2B. Plug-and-Play can \
be achieved byconnecting this projector to computers that are VESA DDC (display data \
channel)
compatible. Please take advantage of this function by connecting the acc\
essory RGB
cable to the RGB IN port (DDC 1/2B compatible). Plug-and-Play may not \
work
properly if any other type of connection is attempted.
• Plug-and-Play is a system composed of the computer, its operating s\
ystem and peripheral equipment (i.e. display devices).
• Please use the standard drivers as this projector is a Plug-and-Pla\
y monitor.
NOTE
FunctionProjector PortConnection Cables
RGB inputRGB IN RGB cable
with D-sub 15-pin shrink jack and
inch thread screws
AUDIO input
(from the computer)AUDIO INAudio cable with stereo mini jack
RS-232C communicationCONTROLRS-232C cable
S-video inputS-VIDEO INS-video cable 
with mini DIN 4-pin jack
Video inputVIDEO INAudio/video cable
Component video input
COMPONENT VIDEO Y
Component video cableCOMPONENT VIDEO CB/PB
COMPONENT VIDEO CR/PR
Audio input
(from video equipment)AUDIO IN LAudio/video cable or 
Audio cable with RCA jack
AUDIO IN R
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