3M Personal Projector Mp8747 Operators Manual

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System Setup—Connecting to Various Equipment (continued)
Cable Connections
RGB Signal input (video from computer)
Connect one end of the enclosed RGB cable to the RGB IN 1 or 2 terminal of the projector. Connect the
other end to the RGB signal output or RGB OUT of the computer.
 Note: For Macintosh computers, the optional Mac adapter is necessary.
Please consult your dealer to order one, if necessary. Ordering
information is on page 30.
Audio signal input (from computer)
Connect one end of the optional audio cable to the AUDIO IN 1 or 2 terminal of the projector. Connect
the other end to the audio signal output terminal of the computer.
Video signal input (from videotape recorder [VCR] or similar video device)
Connect one end of the enclosed audio/video cable to the VIDEO IN terminal of the projector. Connect
the other end to the video signal output terminal of the video device.
S-Video signal input
Connect one end of the optional S-Video cable (with Mini-DIN 4-pin jack) to the S-VIDEO IN terminal
of the projector. Connect the other end to the S-Video output terminal of the video device.
Audio signal (from VCR or similar video device)
Connect the ends of the enclosed audio/video cable (with RCA jack) to the AUDIO R and L terminals of
the projector. Connect the other ends to the audio output terminal of the video device.
RGB signal output (connecting to a monitor)
Connect one end of the optional RGB cable (with D-Sub 15-pin shrink jack) to the RGB OUT terminal of
the projector. Connect the other end to the RGB input terminal of the computer.
Audio signal output (connecting to a speaker)
Connect one end of the optional audio cable (with stereo mini-jack) to the AUDIO OUT terminal of the
projector. Connect the other end to the audio input terminal of the computer.
PS/2, ADB, Serial, or RS-232C communication (mouse emulation)
Connect one end of the appropiate mouse cable to the CONTROL terminal of the projector. Connect the
other end to the appropriate port (PS/2, ADB, serial, or RS-232C) of the computer. For PS/2 mouse
emulation (IBM-compatible computers), use the enclosed PS/2 mouse adapter cable. For other cables,
please consult your dealer.
USB communication (mouse control only)
Connect one end of the optional USB cable to the USB jack (B-type) of the projector. Connect the other
end to the USB jack (A-type) of the computer.
 Note: When connecting laptop computer, set the RGB external image output to valid. See your
computer’s user manual for more information.
Caution
•  Use only the cables which are included with the projector or are specified.
•  Incorrect connection could result in fire or electrical shock.
•  Please review this manual and its safety precautions before connecting.
Section 2: Product Description
Figure 2.3 Mac Adapter 
						

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STANDBY/ON
Press STANDBY/ON button to
begin projection mode (lamp on)
or press and hold button for one
second to switch to standby
mode (lamp off).
BLANK
Press to turn ON/OFF the
screen blanking function.
DISK PAD
Press to operate the mouse
shift function and left-click
function.
*AUTO
Press to make projector automatically
adjust 4 items (V. POSIT, H. POSIT, H.
PHASE, and H. SIZE) for RGB input signal.
(Please see note at bottom right.)
MENU
Press to turn ON/OFF the menu
screen display.
MENU directional arrows
Press to select menu items when the
menu screen is displayed.
Press to operate the mouse shift
function.
After the POSITION button has been
pressed, press these buttons to move the
picture upward, downward, and to the left
and right.
*MENU SELECT
Press to display individual menu items.
Can also be used to click the left mouse
function.
*MAGNIFY
Press to magnify the displayed image.
Press (+) to enlarge the center of the
image. Press again to enlarge up to 4x
magnification. Press (-) to reduce display
magnification. (Can also be used with
POSITION to select image area to be
magnified.)
VOLUME and MUTE
Pressing these at the same time will
operate the page-up or page-down
function of the USB mouse.
Section 2: Product Description
VIDEO and RGB
Press to select the input source. Press again
to select the next source.
LASERPress to turn ON/OFF laser beam pointer.
MOUSE / RIGHT
Press to click the right mouse button.
*POSITIONPress this and any menu directional arrows
for corresponding movement of the picture
(with RGB signal only).
RESETPress to return a displayed menu item to its
default setting.
Press to click right mouse button.
Press after scrolling with POSITION to return
picture to original position.
*FREEZEPress to turn ON/OFF the freeze (still) image
display.
VOLUMEPress to adjust loudness of sound.
MUTEPress to stop audio output. Press again to
resume audio output.
TIMER
Press to turn ON/OFF the Timer on the Menu
screen. (Timer cannot be displayed during
Freeze function.)
*This button will not function if the
messages “NO INPUT IS DETECTED”
or “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE” are displayed.
Remote Control Transmitter Identification
Figure 2.4 Basic Remote Control Transmitter
Use the remote control transmitter within a distance of approximately 3 meters (or 9.8 feet) from the sensor of
the front of the projector, and within a range of 30° to the left and right. Strong light and obstacles may
interfere with operation of the remote control transmitter.
AUTO ADJUST Notes:
Requires several tens of
seconds.
May not operate correctly in
some cases, depending on
the connected computer and
its signal and type of image.
Execute auto adjust with
display of the running
application set at maximum.
After auto adjust, image may
be slightly darker due to
automatic adjustment of
signal level.
STANDBY/ONVIDEO
LASER
BLANKRGB
AUTO
MENU
RESET
POSITION
MENU SELECT
FREEZE
OFF
VOLUME
MAGNIFY
MUTE
TIMER 
						

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Changing Remote Control Battery
When remote control transmitter becomes difficult to operate or does not respond, it usually needs new
batteries.
1. Turn over the remote control transmitter to access the battery holder.
2. Push the battery cover tab as indicated and lift up to remove it.
3. Lift old batteries out of compartment.
4. Replace with two AA batteries. Make sure the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals are correctly
oriented.
5. Place battery cover back on top and snap down into place.
Section 2: Product Description
Caution
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
• Remove batteries if remote will not be used for an extended period of time.
Figure 2.5 Changing Remote Control Batteries
Mouse Emulation
Apple™ Desktop Mouse—The Macintosh operating system should recognize the MP8746/MP8747 as a
mouse without any drivers being loaded.
VirtualMouse for PC Computer—For IBM™ -compatible computers, the operating systems will need to be
set to “Serial Mouse,” “PS/2 Mouse,”  or “USB Mouse” to recognize the projector as a mouse pointer
device.
Change mouse driver information to “Serial Mouse,” “PS/2 Mouse,”  or “USB Mouse.”
a)Windows
™ 95/Windows™ 98—Click “Start;” select “Settings;” select “Control Panel.” Click on
“Mouse;” select the “General” tab; (see what driver is currently loaded and make note of it); select
“Change;” select “Show all devices;” (make note of the current Manufacturer and Model); select
“Standard Mouse Type” for Manufacturer; then select “Standard Serial Mouse,” “Standard PS/2
Mouse,” or “USB Mouse.” Click OK to change and apply the new driver. Restart Windows if prompted.
USB mouse emulation is not supported in all versions of Windows
™ 95.
b)Windows
™ 3.1—From “Program Manager” click “Main;” then click “Windows Setup;” (make note of
what the current mouse driver is). Click “Options;” then “Change Systems Settings.” Choose “Mouse.”
It should be listed as “Microsoft or IBM PS/2.” USB mouse emulation is not supported in Windows
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The mouse type and cable type are determined by the type of computer used. Use the table shown below to
select the appropriate cable or refer to your computer’s user manual. Connect as shown in the diagram.
Remote Control Mouse Function
For PS/2, ADB (Mac), Serial
1. Turn off the computer and use the appropriate cable to connect the computer to mouse unit.
2. Turn on the computer and use the mouse function of the remote control. If there are any problems, check
the cable connections and reboot the computer.
3. Refer to the remote control instructions on page 12 for more instructions concerning mouse operation.
Section 2: Product Description
Mouse Emulation (continued)
Caution
•Before connecting, read the manual(s) of the equipment being connected.
•Turn off the computer power supply before connection.
•Use only the mouse cable provided.
•In the case of laptop computers with a built-in pointing device (such as a
trackball), the device will sometimes have priority even if a mouse is
connected. If necessary, disable the device and change the BIOS setting
(system setup) so that an external mouse can be selected. Restart the com
puter after changing the BIOS setting. Refer to the computer manual for
more information on this setting.
•Some computers may not have the utility program to operate a mouse.
Refer to the computer hardware manual.
Figure 2.6  Mouse Connection Table
Mouse 
TypeProjector
Control/USB
Terminal
D-Sub 15P
(female) D-Sub 15P
(female) D-Sub 15P
(female) Accessory Cable PC Connector
USB A  type
(host)USB B type
(device) PS/2 + Serial
Mac + Serial
Serial Serial
USB USB ADB
(Mac)PS/2
MINI-DIN 6P
(female)
MINI-DIN 4P
(female)
D-Sub 9P
(male)
 Note: USB, Serial, and ADB mouse cables are optional accessories. Please refer to page 30 for
ordering information. 
						

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Attaching the Handle
Section 2: Product Description
Attach the enclosed handle to the projector for easier carrying and portability.
1. Raise the handle hooks on the right side of the projector.
2. Insert one end of the handle strap through the handle hook.
3. Thread the end of the strap through the buckle as shown.
4. Repeat for the opposite end of the handle strap.
Caution
•Make sure the handle is securely attached before lifting or carrying. If the
handle is not secure, it may drop the projector.
•If the projector is dropped, take it to a service center for inspection and
repair before using again. Using a dropped projector can cause malfunctions
that could result in fire and electrical shock.
•Do not swing or hang the projector by the handle.
For USB
1. Use the enclosed USB cable to connect the computer to the mouse unit. Turn on the computer power before
or after connecting the USB cable.
2. When this mouse is connected for the first time, a message may appear on the screen concerning the
installation of USB software. Follow the instructions on the screen and install suitable software.
3. If there are still problems, reconnect the cables.
4. Refer to the remote control instructions on page 12 for more instructions concerning mouse operation.
Caution
•Before connecting, read the manual(s) for equipment being connected.
•Use only the designated USB cable to connect.
•Effective with USB only when the mouse is used.
•Do not use with any device other than a personal computer.
•If using Windows 95, it is necessary to set it so that USB can be used with
version OSR 2.1 or higher. Depending on the kind or version of the host
controller, operation may not be possible in some cases.
•Some computers may not have the utility program to operate a mouse.
Refer to the computer hardware manual. Remote Control Mouse Function (continued)
Buckle Handle hook
Figure 2.7 Handle and How to Attach
Handle 
						

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1. Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button        for approximately two  seconds. The ON indicator
blinks orange and the lamp turns off. After approximately one minute, the fan stops and the indicator
stays orange.
2.Turn off the MAIN POWER SWITCH.
3.Close the sliding lens door.
Caution
Projector Start-up
Section 3: Basic Operations
Figure 3.1 Projector Controls
1. Make all equipment and cable connections with the power off.
2. Turn on the MAIN POWER SWITCH       of the projector. The ON indicator will light up orange.
3. Press the STANDBY/ON button       . The ON indicator will blink green during warm-up and lamp
ignition, then stay green to indicate correct operation. When power is turned off, there is a 60-second
reset period before the STANDBY/ON button will function again.
4. Turn on all connected equipment. (Refer to “System Set-up—Connecting to Various Equipment,”
page 10.)
5. Open sliding lens door.
6. Press the INPUT button      on the projector or the INPUT SELECT (VIDEO or RGB) button on the
remote control transmitter to select the source of the signal to be projected on the screen. The
selected signal input is displayed at the bottom right of the screen.  The display will show the last
selected input source before power was turned off.
7. Adjust picture size using the projection lens Zoom knob. Adjust focus using the projection lens Focus
ring.
Projector Shutdown
•Do not turn off the POWER SWITCH before pressing the STANDBY/ON button.
After the STANDBY/ON button is pressed, the fan rotates for about one minute to
cool the projector.
•If the projector is connected to a computer or video device, turn computer or video
device off before turning the projectr on or off.
•If using RS-232C connection, turn on the computer before turning on the projector.
STANDBY/ONINPUT
MUTERESET 
						

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How to Use Height Adjustment Foot
Section 4: Adjustments and Functions
Adjust the image elevation and projection angle (within 0 to 9°) using the height adjustment foot at the front
of the projector and the tilt adjustment knob at the rear of the computer.
1. Raise the front end of the projector so the foot is not touching the tabletop.
2. Push the lock button on the left side of the projector to unlock the foot.
3. Extend or retract the foot to the desired height.
4. Release the lock button to lock the foot into position.
5. For finer adjustment, rotate the tilt adjustment knob on the left rear foot of the projector.
Figure 4.1 Height Adjustment
CautionDo not unlock the foot adjuster if the projector is not supported.
Height
Adjustment
FootLock
ButtonTilt
Adjustment
Knob
Screen Chart
Place the projector at the recommended distance from the screen, according to the desired image size in the
chart below.
a = distance from the projector
to the screen
The distances shown in the
chart are for full size
(1024 x 768).
 Note: These sizes are ±10%, due to variations in the manufacture of the
lens. If you are close to an endpoint, you should verify that the
image is the proper size (1024 x 768) and at the proper distance.
For your own customized screen chart, please click here (on the CD-ROM) or visit our
Projector to Screen Calculator on the 3M web site (www.3m.com/meetings/screen/
7630_calc.html).
LAMPTEMPPOWER STANDBY/ONINPUTMUTERESET
MENU
K
a
Figure 4.2 Screen Angles and Screen Chart
Screen Size Distance to Screen
Width Height Diagonal Minimum Maximum
81.2 cm
(32 in.)60.9 cm
(24 in.)101.6 cm
(40 in.)165.1 cm
(5.0 ft.)198.1 cm
(7.0 ft.)
121.9 cm
(48 in.)91.4 cm
(36 in.)152.4 cm
(60 in.)248.9 cm
(8.0 ft.)297.2 cm
(10.0 ft.)
162.5 cm
(64 in.)121.9 cm
(48 in.)203.2 cm
(80 in.)332.7 cm
(11.0 ft.)398.8 cm
(13.0 ft.)
203.2 cm
(80 in.)152.4 cm
(60 in.)254 cm
(100 in.)414.0 cm
(14.0 ft.)497.8 cm
(16.0 ft.)
243.8 cm
(96 in.)182.8 cm
(72 in.)304.8 cm
(120 in.)497.8 cm
(16.0 ft.)599.4 cm
(20.0 ft.)
304.8 cm
(120 in.)228.6 cm
(90 in.)381.0 cm
(150 in.)624.8 cm
(21.0 ft.)749.3 cm
(25.0 ft.)
406.4 cm
(160 in.)304.8 cm
(120 in.)508 cm
(200 in.)833.1 cm
(27.0 ft.)1000.8 cm
(33.0 ft.) 
						

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Section 4: Adjustments and Functions
Plug & Play Function
Plug & Play is a system configured with peripheral equipment (including a computer and display), and a
compatible operating system. This allows the user to connect various peripheral equipment successfully
without having to adjust settings manually. The equipment and projector exchange this information automati-
cally. This projector is VESA DDC (Display Data Channel) 1/2B compatible. Plug & Play is possible by
connecting to a computer that is VESA DDC compatible.
✔ Note: Use the RGB cable included with this projector when using plug & play. With other
cables, pins (12) - (15) are sometimes not connected (effective only for RGB 1 terminal).
Freeze Function
The Freeze function is used to display (freeze) a single frame of the image being projected. This function can
be used with the Magnify function to freeze the image and then enlarge (magnify) part of the image to view it
in greater detail. Press the FREEZE button repeatedly to engage or disengage this function.
✔ Note: The FREEZE function will turn off during the operation of the MENU, VOLUME,
MUTE, BLANK, TIMER, AUTO or POSITION functions.
Magnify Function
The Magnify function is used to enlarge a portion of the projected image. Press the MAGNIFY (+) button to
magnify the center of the displayed image. Press again to magnify up to 4x. Press the MAGNIFY (-) button to
reduce image size. Press OFF to return to normal image size.
Position Function
To move the display area being magnified, press the POSITION button, then use the menu directional arrow
buttons to move the magnified area up, down, left or right.
✔ Note: To return to normal display, press the MAGNIFY OFF button. The MAGNIFY function
will turn off during the operation of the KEYSTONE or AUTO functions.
Input Select Function
To change the input signal being received by the computer, select RGB1, RGB2, VIDEO, or S-VIDEO. The
selected signal name is displayed for approximately three seconds when the input signal is changed.
Reset Function
To restore an item to its default (initial) setting, select the item and press the RESET button. For position
adjustment, press the RESET button and the POSITION button. (Valid only with RGB signal input.) RESET
function is not valid in VOLUME, LANGUAGE, or H. PHASE items. The RESET button may also operate as
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Section 4: Adjustments and Functions
Menu Navigation
Factory Default Setting:
To reset a single item from SETUP menu:
1. Select the adjustment item (Bright, Contrast...).
2. Press the RESET button.  Only the selected item
resets. 1. Press MENU DISK button on projector or remote control MENU buttons.
On-screen menus are displayed on the projected image.
2. Select the menu to be adjusted by pressing the right or left arrows on the MENU DISK buttons or
the remote control.
Selected Menu is then highlighted.
3. Select the menu item to be adjusted by pressing the up or down arrows on the MENU DISK button
or on the remote control.
Highlighted items may be adjusted.
✔ Note: Separate settings are provided for the VIDEO and RGB input terminals.  Adjustments
are saved after shutdown.
Figure 4.3 Menu Disk button on projector and Menu buttons from basic remote control transmitter
Figure 4.5 Default Settings
BRIGHT
SETUP
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR
TINT
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B
INPUTIMAGEOPT.
Press MENU SELECT on the remote control to view the full menu or just the selected menu item. When only
the selected menu item is displayed, the other menu items are displayed by pressing the up or down arrows on
the Menu buttons.
BRIGHT
MENU
RESET
POSITION
MENU SELECT
Figure 4.4 Single Selected Menu Item. 
						

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Section 4: Adjustments and Functions
Figure 4.6 RGB signal input Figure 4.7 Video signal input
*Auto Sync Function: Press the AUTO button on the remote control to engage the automatic sync function.
The message “AUTO IN PROGRESS” will display for several seconds as the projector adjusts the V. POSIT,
H.POSIT., H.PHASE, and H. SIZE settings. Auto Sync can also be executed from the control panel key pad.
Press and hold the RESET button, then press the INPUT button.
✔ Note:
• TINT cannot be adjusted with a PAL or M-PAL video signal input.
• TINT, COLOR, and SHARPNESS cannot be adjusted with an RGB signal input.
• V. POSIT, H. POSIT, H. PHASE, and H. SIZE cannot be adjusted with a VIDEO
  signal input.
• Menu operation is not possible during Freeze functions.
• Displaying the SETUP submenu will cancel the Magnify and Freeze functions.
. SETUP Submenu
The SETUP sub-menu is used to adjust and move the image position. The projector will display either the
RGB (Figure 4.6) or Video (Figure 4.7) submenu, according to the input source being projected.
Adjustment Item Details of Adjustment Freeze On Magnify On Both On
BRIGHT
   Dark  Bright Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
(BRIGHTNESS)
CONTRAST  Lower  Higher Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
V.POSITMoves the picture up or down.* Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
(V.POSITION)
H.POSIT
Moves the picture left or right.* Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
(H.POSITION)
H.PHASEDecreases the picture flicker.* Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
H.SIZEWidens or Narrows the horizontal Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
size of picture.*
SHARPNESS    Soft  Sharp Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
TINT     Red  Green Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
COLOR  Less  More Not Adjustable Adjustable Not Adjustable
COLOR BAL R  Less red  More red Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
COLOR BAL B  Less blue  More blue Adjustable Adjustable Adjustable
ASPECT4:3, 4:3 small, 16:9 Not Adjustable Not Adjustable Not Adjustable
SETUP
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
V POSIT
H POSIT
H PHASE
H SIZE
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B
ASPECT
INPUTIMAGEOPT.
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SETUP
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR
TINT
H SIZE
COLOR BAL R
COLOR BAL B
INPUTIMAGEOPT.