Canon projector LV7555 User Manual

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English
Multimedia Projector
Owner’s Manual
LV-7555 LV-7555F 
						

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CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT.  REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
OWNERS MANUAL WITH THIS UNIT.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Before operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly and operate the projector properly.  
This projector provides many convenient features and functions.  Operating the projector properly enables you to
manage those features and maintains it in better condition for a considerable time.
Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other
accidents.
If your projector seems to operate improperly, read this manual again, check operations and cable connections and try
the solutions in the “Trouble-shooting” section of the end of this booklet.  If the problem still persists, contact the sales
dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center.
TO THE OWNER
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING :  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This projector produces intense light from the projection lens.  Do not stare directly into the lens as possible.
Eye damage could result.  Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam.
This projector should be set in the way indicated.  If not, it may result in a fire hazard.
Take appropriate space on the top, sides and rear of the
projector cabinet for allowing air circulation and cooling the
projector.  Minimum distance should be taken.  If the projector is
to be built into a compartment or similarly enclosed, the
minimum distances must be maintained.  Do not cover the
ventilation slot on the projector.  Heat build-up can reduce the
service life of your projector, and can also be dangerous.
Do not put any flammable object or spray can near the projector, hot air is exhausted from the ventilation
holes.
Remote Control Unit, supplied to this projector, emits the laser beam as the laser pointer function from Laser
Light Window while pressing LASER button (for 1 minute / LASER POINTER INDICATOR lights red to indicate
laser emission).  Do not look into Laser Light Window or shine the laser beam on yourself or other people.  Eye
damage may result.
If the projector is not to be used for an extended time, unplug the projector from the power outlet.
READ AND KEEP THIS OWNERS MANUAL FOR LATER USE.
3.3 (1 m)
3.3 (1 m)
3.3 (1 m)
3.3 (1 m)
SIDE and TOPREAR 
						

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later
use.  Unplug this projector from AC power supply before
cleaning.  Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.  Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector.
For added protection to the projector during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet.  This will prevent damage
due to lightning and power line surges.
Do not expose this unit to rain or use near water... for
example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc...
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The projector may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the projector.  Use only with a
cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the projector.  Wall or shelf mounting should follow the
manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting kit
approved by the manufacturers.
An appliance and cart combination should
be moved with care.  Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are
provided for ventilation, to insure reliable operation of the
equipment and to protect it from overheating.
The openings should never be covered with cloth or other
materials, and the bottom opening should not be blocked by
placing the projector on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.  This projector should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register.
This projector should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a book case unless proper ventilation is provided.
Never push objects of any kind into this projector through
cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the projector.This projector should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label.  If you are not sure of
the type of power supplied, consult your authorized dealer or
local power company.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in fire or electric shock.  Do not allow anything to rest on
the power cord.  Do not locate this projector where the cord
may be damaged by persons walking on it.
Do not attempt to service this projector yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards.  Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Unplug this projector from wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the projector.
c. If the projector has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the projector does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions.  Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the projector to normal operation.
e. If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the projector exhibits a distinct change in
performance-this indicates a need for service.
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the
original part.  Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projector, ask
the service technician to perform routine safety checks to
determine that the projector is in safe operating condition.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Bij dit product zijn batterijen
geleverd.  
Wanneer deze leeg zijn,
moet u ze niet weggooien
maar inleveren als KCA. 
						

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COMPLIANCES
The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.  
AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada :
AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters
Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standard Association (CSA).
AC Power Cord has a grounding-type AC line plug.  This is a safety feature to be sure
that the plug will fit into the power outlet.  Do not try to defeat this safety feature.
Should you be unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician.
GROUND
THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
AC POWER CORD REQUIREMENT
Federal Communication Commission Notice
Multimedia Projector, Model: LV-7555U, LV-7555FU, LV-7555E, LV-7555FE
This device complies with Part  15 of the FCC Rules.  Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.  This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures :
–Reorient or relocate the receiving  antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions.  If such
changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5000
For use in Germany
This product is intended for use in residential, commercial and light industry environment.
Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations. 
						

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES AND DESIGN 6
BEFORE OPERATION 15COMPUTER INPUT 23
VIDEO INPUT 30
SETTING 37
APPENDIX 41 PREPARATION 7
NAME OF EACH PART OF PROJECTOR 7
SETTING-UP PROJECTOR 8
CONNECTING AC POWER CORD 8
POSITIONING PROJECTOR 9
ADJUSTABLE FEET 10
INSTALLING PROJECTOR IN PROPER POSITION 10
MOVING PROJECTOR 11
CONNECTING PROJECTOR 12
TERMINALS OF PROJECTOR 12
CONNECTING TO COMPUTER 13
CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 14
OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL 15
LASER POINTER FUNCTION 15
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES INSTALLATION 16
TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 17
OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU 18
HOW TO OPERATE ON-SCREEN MENU 18
FLOW OF ON-SCREEN MENU OPERATION 18
MENU BAR 19
SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 23
SELECTING COMPUTER SYSTEM 23
PC ADJUSTMENT 25
AUTO PC ADJUSTMENT 25
MANUAL PC ADJUSTMENT 26
PICTURE IMAGE SELECT 28IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 28
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 29
SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 30
SELECTING VIDEO SYSTEM 31
PICTURE IMAGE SELECT 32
IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 32
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 33
SETTING MENU 37
OPERATING WIRELESS MOUSE 41
MAINTENANCE 42
WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR 42
AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING 43
CLEANING PROJECTION LENS 43
LAMP REPLACEMENT 44
LAMP REPLACE COUNTER 45
TROUBLESHOOTING 46
INDICATORS AND PROJECTOR CONDITION 48
COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATION 49
MENU TREE 50
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 52
CONFIGURATIONS OF TERMINALS 53
OPTIONAL PARTS 54
LENS REPLACEMENT 54
BASIC OPERATION 20
TURNING ON / OFF PROJECTOR 20
ADJUSTING SCREEN 21
ZOOM ADJUSTMENT 21
FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 21
LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT 21
KEYSTONE ADJUSTMENT 21
PICTURE FREEZE FUNCTION 21
TURBO BRIGHT FUNCTION 22
NO SHOW FUNCTION 22
P-TIMER FUNCTION 22
SOUND ADJUSTMENT 22
TRADEMARKS
Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc.
IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc.
Windows and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Each name of corporations or products in the owners manual is a trademark or a registered trademark of its
respective corporation.
PICTURE IMAGE 34
PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS 34 
						

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FEATURES AND DESIGN
Wireless remote control
High Resolution Image
Supplied with a wireless remote control enabling you to
operate both the projector and connected computer.
Laser pointer function is also provided to make your
presentation more smoothly. The remote control can be
wired if necessary.
A wide variety of functions to support
a smart presentation
6 Color Systems
LV-7555/7555F allows great compatibility with up to XGA
(1024 x 768) with its high resolution LCD panel. It also
provides an accurate compression image of SXGA (1280
x 1024).
Component Video Input Terminal
Multi-scan system for quick detection of computer
system.
Auto PC Adjustment for automatically adjusting the
optimum setting for the incoming computer signal.
Digital Zoom for quick adjustment of the screen size (for
computer mode).
Digital Keystone Correction for digitally adjusting the
distorted (trapezoidat-shaped) screen to the proper
image proportion. 
Mute for temporarily muting the sound, No Show for
blacking out the image, Freeze for capturing a moving
picture.
P-timer to count up the punctual time for presentation.
Built in amplifier for making a presentation without
external audio equipment.
Supports a wide range of installation methods including
ceiling mount, stand alone and rear projection.
Silent Mode is provided for increasing lamp life and
reducing power consumption.
Supports NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, SECAM, PAL-M and
PAL-N.Equipped with a component video input terminal for
playing DVD and HDTV with superb video quality.
Digital Visual Interface (DVI-D)
Equipped with DVI-D to display the computer image with
high brightness.
Progressive Scan
Progressive scan for projecting video image and HDTV
signal with high quality.
Replaceable Lens
The projector lens is replaceable with an optional lens
(sold separately) so that you can change the lens as
necessary. 
Motorized Lens Shift
Motorized Lens shift allows you to move the lens up and
down to the position you wish to display the image. 
Network Imager (Optional accessory)
Equipped with the Network Imager, the projector can
display the image of the computer screen and the data
image stored in the computer via a network. The
projector can be also controlled and maintained through
a web browser. 
Turbo Bright System
Turbo Bright System enhances picture brightness. 
This Multimedia Projector is designed with most advanced technology for portability, durability, and ease of use.  This
projector utilizes built-in multimedia features, a palette of 16.77 million colors, and matrix liquid crystal display (LCD)
technology. 
						

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PREPARATION
NAME OF EACH PART OF PROJECTOR
BOTTOM OF CABINET
BACK OF CABINET
HOT AIR EXHAUSTED !
Air blown from exhaust vent is hot.  When
using or installing projector, following
precautions should be taken.
Do not put any flammable object near these
vents.  
Keep rear grills at least 3.3’(1 m) away from
any object, especially heat-sensitive object.
Do not touch this area, especially screws
and metallic parts.  This area will become
hot while a projector is used.
This projector detects internal temperature
and automatically controls operating power
of Cooling Fans.
FRONT OF CABINET
LAMP COVER
ADJUSTABLE FEET
AND 
FEET LOCK LATCHES
PROJECTION LENS
SPEAKERS
INFRARED 
REMOTE RECEIVER
LENS COVER
POWER CORD
CONNECTOR
EXHAUST VENT
TERMINALS
AND CONNECTORS
TOP CONTROLS
AND INDICATORS
INFRARED 
REMOTE RECEIVER
CARRYING
HANDLE
AIR INTAKE 
VENT
This projector is equipped with cooling fans for protection from
overheating.  Pay attention to following to ensure proper ventilation
and avoid a possible risk of fire and malfunction.
Do not cover vent slots.
Keep side clear of any objects.  Obstructions may block cooling
air.
AIR INTAKE VENTS
When attached the Network Imager (optional
part) to the projector, remove the these parts.
Refer to the owners manual in the optional
Network Imager. 
						

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PREPARATION
SETTING-UP PROJECTOR
This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240
V AC.  This projector automatically selects the correct input
voltage.  It is designed to work with single-phase power systems
having a grounded neutral conductor.  To reduce risk of electrical
shock, do not plug into any other type of power system.
Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not sure
of the type of power supply being in use.
Connect a projector with a peripheral equipment before turning a
projector on.  (Refer to pages 12 ~ 14 for connection.) 
CAUTION
For safety, unplug AC Power Cord when an appliance is not
used.
When this projector is connected to the outlet with AC Power
Cord, an appliance is in Stand-by Mode and consumes a little
electric power.
CONNECTING AC POWER CORD
Connect AC Power Cord (supplied) to a projector.
The AC outlet must be near this equipment and
must be easily accessible.
To the POWER CORD
CONNECTOR on the
projector.
Projector sideAC Outlet side
Ground
NOTE ON THE POWER CORD
The AC Power Cord must meet the requirement of the country where you use the projector.
Confirm the AC plug type with the chart below.  The proper AC power cord must be used.
If the supplied AC Power Cord does not match the AC outlet, contact your sales dealer.
To the AC Outlet.(120 V AC)
For Continental EuropeFor the U.S.A. and Canada
To the AC Outlet.(200 - 240 V AC) 
						

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PREPARATION
POSITIONING PROJECTOR
This projector is designed to project on a flat
projection surface.
Projector can be focused from 4.6’ (1.4m) ~ 48.3’
(14.7m).
Refer to figure below to adjust screen size.
Screen
Size
Distance40”
31”
4.6’ (1.4m)
40”
4.6’(1.4m)11.8’(3.6m)24.0’(7.3m)36.1’(11.0m)
Max. Zoom
Min. Zoom48.3’(14.7m)100”200”300”400”
308”
231”
154”
77”
31”
ROOM LIGHT
Brightness in room has a great influence on
picture quality. It is recommended to limit
ambient lighting in order to provide best
image.
Min. Zoom Max. Zoom
100”
77”
11.8’ (3.6m)
150”
115”
17.7’ (5.4m)
200”
154”
24.0’ (7.3m)
250”
192”
30.2’ (9.2m)
300”
231”
36.1’ (11.0m)
400”
308”
48.3’ (14.7m)
10 : 0
1
1
LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT
Projection lens can be moved up and down with motor-driven lens shift function.  This function makes it easy to
provide projected image where you want. U/D ratio can be adjusted 10 : 0 ~ 1 : 1 (refer to figure below.).  Refer
to P 21 for operation.
Highest  (10 : 0)Lowest  (1 : 1)
NOTE: The figures below are only for Model LV-7555.
Projection lens is not provided with Model LV-7555F. 
						

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PREPARATION
ADJUSTABLE FEET
Picture tilt and projection angle can be adjusted by
rotating ADJUSTABLE FEET.  Projection angle can be
adjusted to 10.5 degrees. 
Lift front of a projector and pull FEET LOCK LATCHES
on both sides of a projector.1
ADJUSTABLE FEETFEET LOCK
LATCHES
Release FEET LOCK LATCHES to lock ADJUSTABLE
FEET and rotate ADJUSTABLE FEET to fine tune
position and tilt. 2
To shorten ADJUSTABLE FEET, lift front of a projector
and pull and undo FEET LOCK LATCHES.
Position and keystone distortion of image can be adjusted
using Menu Operation.  (Refer to P 21 and 37.)3
INSTALLING PROJECTOR IN PROPER POSITION
Install the projector properly.  Improper installation may reduce the lamp lifetime and cause a fire hazard.  
10˚
10˚
Do not tilt the projector more than 10 degrees above and below. 
Do not point the projector up to project an image.  
Do not point the projector down to project an image.  
Do not put the projector on either side to project an image.  
NO UPWARD
NO DOWNWARD
NO SIDEWAYS