3M Multimedia Projector Mp8790 Operators Manual

							MP8790
Multimedia Projector
Operators Guide 
						

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Page
PROJECTOR FEATURES ................2
PREPARATIONS ..............................2
PART NAMES ...................................4
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR .......6
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES.......8
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL...13
TURNING ON THE POWER ...........15
TURNING OFF THE POWER .........17
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ...........18

TEMPORARILY MUTING
THE SOUND....................................18
ADJUSTING THE POSITION..........19
USING THE AUTOMATIC
ADJUSTMENT FEATURE ..............20
CORRECTING KEYSTONE
DISTORTIONS ................................21
USING THE MAGNIFY
FEATURE........................................22
FREEZING THE SCREEN ..............22
Page
ADJUSTING SCREEN WITH
ONE-TOUCH...................................23
SELECTING THE ASPECT
RATIO..............................................24
TEMPORARILY BLANKING
THE SCREEN..................................24
DISPLAYING CHILD WINDOW
(P. IN. P: Picture in Picture) ..........24
USING THE MENU FUNCTIONS.....25
MULTIFUNCTIONAL SETTINGS.....26
OPERATING THE PC SCREEN .....32
THE LAMP ......................................33
THE AIR FILTER.............................35

OTHER CARE..................................37
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU THINK
A MACHINE DEFECT HAS OCCURRED...38
SPECIFICATIONS............................41
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.
TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT :
• 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 “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 
One Touch FunctionJust press the ONE TOUCH button to
automatically retrieve input signals, calibrate
images, and correct keystone distortion
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)
Power cord 
(US, UK, Europe)
Remote control
Two AA batteries (for the remote control)
PROJECTORFEATURESThis 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
STANDBY/ONVIDEO
UP
DOWN
BLANK
ASPECT
PUSH LASER
INDICATOR
LASER
RGB
FOCUS
ENTER ON
OFF
ESC MENU RESET
POSITION
MAGNIFY VOLUME MUTE
WIRELESS KEYSTONEFREEZEONE TOUCH
AUTOPinP
ZOOM
PA G E
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WARNINGPrecautions to observe in regards to the power cord:Please use extra
caution when connecting the projectors power cord as incorrect or fault\
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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. 
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PART NAMESTHE PROJECTORIndicates the
corresponding
reference page
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THE REMOTE CONTROL
ZOOMbuttons16
Right mouse button26
VIDEO button16
LASER INDICATOR14RGB button16
LASER button14
FOCUS buttons16
PAGE buttons26
BLANK button24
ASPECT button24
ESC button25
MENU button25
POSITION button19
MAGNIFY buttons22
KEYSTONE button21
REMOTE CONTROL port14
Left /RightKey buttons25
Lever switch (*)25
RESET button19
AUTO button20
PinP button24
VOLUME button18
MUTE button18
FREEZE button22
ONE TOUCH button23
STANDBY/ONVIDEO
UP
DOWN
BLANK
ASPECT
PUSH LASER
INDICATOR
LASER
RGB
FOCUS
ENTER ON
OFF
ESC MENU RESET
POSITION
MAGNIFY VOLUME MUTE
WIRELESS KEYSTONE
FREEZE
ONE TOUCH
AUTOPinP
ZOOM
PA G E
15STANDBY/ON button
Mouse cursor movement
Left mouse click

Right mouse click
* Using the lever switch
Flip toward disk pad : Up ( ) key
Flip toward MENU button: Down ( ) key
Press in center          : ENTER button
         WIRELESS button31
26Disk pad
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Adjusting the Projectors Elevator Feet 
1Press and hold in the elevator
buttons
2Raise or lower the projector to the
desired height and then release the
elevator buttons
When you release the elevator buttons, the elevator
feet will lock into position.
3Turn the elevator screw to fine tune.
If the surface on which the projector is placed, or the screen is tilted\
, use the
elevator feet and elevator screw to adjust the projection angle of the m\
ain unit.
The adjustment range of the elevator feet is 0 to 9 degrees.
CAUTION•
 Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instruction\
s
of the “Product Safety Guide” and Operators Guide.
•  If you press the elevator buttons without holding the projector, the pr\
ojector 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
Elevator button
Elevator feet
Elevator screw
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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
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
a:Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%)
b:Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the screen (±10%)
c:Distance from the lens center to the top of the screen (±10%)
Screen Size [inch (m)]a [inch (m)]b [inch (cm)]c [inch (cm)]Min.Max.30 (0.8)34 (0.9)52 (1.3)0 (0)18 (46)40 (1.0)46 (1.2)71 (1.8)0 (0)24 (61)50 (1.3)58 (1.5)89 (2.3)0 (0)30 (76)60 (1.5)71 (1.8)107 (2.7)0 (0)36 (91)70 (1.8)83 (2.1)126 (3.2)0 (0)42 (107)80 (2.0)95 (2.4)144 (3.7)0 (0)48 (122)90 (2.3)108 (2.7)162 (4.1)0 (0)54 (137)100 (2.5)120 (3.0)181 (4.6)0 (0)60 (152)120 (3.0)144 (3.7)217 (5.5)0 (0)72 (183)150 (3.8)181 (4.6)272 (6.9)0 (0)90 (229)200 (5.0)243 (6.2)364 (9.2)0 (0)120 (305)250 (6.3)304 (7.7)455 (11.6)0 (0)150 (381)300 (7.5)366 (9.3)547 (13.9)0 (0)180 (457)
Screen Size [inch (m)]a [inch (m)]b [inch (cm)]c [inch (cm)]Min.Max.30 (0.8)37 (0.9)57 (1.4)2 (6.2)17 (44)40 (1.0)50 (1.3)77 (2.0)13 (32)27 (70)50 (1.3)64 (1.6)97 (2.5)16 (41)31 (78)60 (1.5)77 (2.0)117 (3.0)19 (49)34 (86)70 (1.8)90 (2.3)137 (3.5)22 (57)37 (94)80 (2.0)104 (2.6)157 (4.0)26 (65)40 (102)90 (2.3)117 (3.0)177 (4.5)29 (73)43 (110)100 (2.5)131 (3.3)197 (5.0)32 (81)47 (118)120 (3.0)157 (4.0)237 (6.0)38 (97)53 (134)150 (3.8)198 (5.0)296 (7.5)48 (121)63 (159)200 (5.0)265 (6.7)396 (10.1)64 (162)78 (199)250 (6.3)332 (8.4)496 (12.6)80 (202)94 (240)300 (7.5)399 (10.1)596 (15.1)96 (243)110 (280)
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Display monitors
DVD players
VCRs
Laptop computers
Desktop computers
Indicates the
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 may have to be used with core set. Use the accessory cable o\
r a
designated-type cable for the connection. For cables that have a core on\
ly 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. Please
read the Product Safety Guide and this Operators 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.
* Before using the BNC port, change RGB input to component video input o\
n the BNC menu item ofthe INPUT menu.
About Plug-and-Play Capability
• This projector is compatible with VESA DDC 1/2B. Plug-and-Play can be ac\
hieved by connecting
this projector to computers that are VESA DDC (display data channel) c\
ompatible. Please take
advantage of this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable to the \
RGB port (DDC 1/2B
compatible). Plug-and-Play may not work properly if any other type of c\
onnection is attempted.
• Plug-and-Play is a system composed of the computer, its operating syste\
m and
peripheral equipment (i.e. display devices).
•  Please use the standard drivers as this projector is a Plug-and-Play mo\
nitor.
NOTE
FunctionProjector PortConnection Cables
Analog RGB input
RGBRGB cable
(With D-sub 15-pin shrink jack and inch
thread screws)
BNC(R/CR/PR)(G/Y)(B/CB/PB)(H)(V)
•  When BNC (RGB) is selected (*)BNC cable
Analog outputRGB OUTRGB cable
(With D-sub 15-pin shrink jack and inch
thread screws)
DVI inputDVIDVI cable
Audio input from computer
AUDIO IN 1
• Linked to RGB or DVI port inputAudio/video cable (Stereo mini)AUDIO IN 2
• Linked to BNC (RGB) port input (*)
USB mouse controlUSBUSB cable
PS/2 mouse control
CONTROL
PS/2 mouse cable
ADB mouse controlADB mouse cable
Serial mouse controlSerial mouse cable
RS-232C communicationsRS-232C adapter + RS-232C cable
S video inputS-VIDEO INS-video cable (mini DIN 4-pin jack)
Video inputVIDEO INAudio/video cable
Component video input
COMPONENT(CR/PR)(CB/PB)(Y)
Component video cableBNC(R/CR/PR)(G/Y)(B/CB/PB)
•  When BNC (COMPONENT) is
selected (*)
Audio input from video equipmentAUDIO IN R,LAudio/video cable or audio cable (RCA jack)
Audio output AUDIO OUTAudio cable (Stereo mini)
Wired remote control signal inputREMOTE CONTROLAudio cable (Stereo mini)
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