Canon projector LV8215 User Manual

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1. Introduction
 Introduction to the Projector
This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls.
Congratulations on Your Purchase of The Projector
The  LV-7385/LV-7380/LV-7285/LV-7280/LV-8310/LV-8215  is  one  of  the  very  best  projectors  available  today.  The 
projector  enables  you  to  project  precise  images  up  to  300  inches  across  (measured  diagonally)  from  your  PC  or 
Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), or audio-video equipment.
You can use the projector on a tabletop or cart, from behind a screen, or permanently mounted on a ceiling*
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remote control can be used wirelessly. *
1 Do not attempt to mount the projector on a ceiling yourself.
  The  projector  must  be  installed  by  qualified  technicians  in  order  to  ensure  proper  operation  and  reduce  the 
risk of bodily injury.
  In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accor-
dance with any local building codes. Please consult your dealer for more information.
 
Features you'll enjoy:
•	 Quick	Start,	Quick	Power	Off,	Direct	Power	Off
  Less than 4 seconds* after turning on the power, the projector is ready to display PC or video images. The pro-
jector can be put away immediately after the projector is powered down. No cool down period is required after 
the projector is turned off from the remote control or cabinet control panel.
*	 The	quick	start	time	is	only	when	[Standby	mode]	is	set	to	[Normal]	in	the	on-screen	message.
  The  projector  has  a  feature  called  “Direct  Power  Off ”.  This  feature  allows  the  projector  to  be  turned  off  (even 
when projecting an image). See page 35 .
•	 Carbon	Meter
  This feature will show energy-saving effect in terms of CO
2	emission	 reduction	 (kg)	when	 the	projector’s	 [Lamp	
mode]	 is	set	 to	[Quiet	 mode].	 The	amount	 of	CO
2 emission reduction will be displayed in the confirmation mes-
sage at the time of power-off and in the Information of the on-screen menu.
•	 Less	than	1W	in	standby	condition	with	energy	saving	technology
	 Selecting	 [Power-saving]	 for	[Standby	 mode]	from	the	menu	 can	put	the	 projector	 in	power-saving	 mode	that	
consumes less than 1W.
•	 Long-life	Lamp	employed
	 The	 Long-life	 lamp	provides	 4000	hours	 of	use	 at	the	 [Normal]	 for	Lamp	 mode	and	5000	 hours	 of	use	 at	the	
[Quiet]	for	Lamp	mode.
•	 Direct	power	
on	and	Power	Management	features
  The Direct power on (AC), Direct power on (Comp1), Power management, and Off timer features eliminate the 
need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or projector cabinet.
  (For Direct power on (AC), Direct power on (Comp1), and Power management, see page  65; for Off timer, see 
page  64.)
•	 A	variety	of	input	ports	and	a	comprehensive	array	of	system	control	interfaces
  This projector supports input signals on the following ports: DVI-I connector (DVI-I 29 Pin) with HDCP compat-
ible, 15pin D-Sub, composite and S-video.
•	 7W	built-in	speaker	for	an	integrated	audio	solution
  Powerful 7 watt speaker provides volume need for large rooms.
•	 Auto	vertical	keystone	correction
  Auto  Keystone  feature  allows  the  projector  to  detect  its  tilt  and  correct  vertical  distortion  automatically.  (page 
31)
•	 Supporting	up	to	UXGA	resolution
  High  resolution  display  -  up  to  UXGA  compatible,  XGA  (LV-7385/LV-7380/LV-7285/LV-7280)/  WXGA  (LV-8310/ 
LV-8215) native resolution.
•	 Five	picture	preset	modes	for	user	adjustable	picture	and	color	settings
  Each picture preset mode can be customized and memorized according to your preference. (page 52 )
•	 Preventing	unauthorized	use	of	the	projector
  Enhanced smart security settings for password protection (page  40), cabinet key lock (page  62), and anti-theft  
						

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security cable lock (page 4) to help prevent unauthorized access, adjustments and theft deterrence.
•	 Notifying	an	error	message	via	e-mail	when	using	wired	LAN
  The Alert Mail feature notifies your computer of an error message via e-mail when using wired LAN. The error 
message  will  be  notified  when  the  projector  lamp  has  reached  the  end  of  its  usable  life  or  an  error  occurs  in 
the projector (page 45 ). You can configure the network settings of the projector on your computer. (page 43 )
About this user's manual
The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Take a few minutes now to 
review  the  user's  manual.  This  may  save  you  time  later  on.  At  the  beginning  of  each  section  of  the  manual  you'll 
find an overview. If the section doesn't apply, you can skip it.
•	 IBM	is	a	trademark	or	registered	trademark	of	International	Business	Machines	Corporation.
•	 Macintosh,	Mac	OS	X	and	PowerBook	are	trademarks	of	Apple	Inc.	registered	in	the	U.S.	and	other	countries.
•	 Microsoft,	Windows,	and	Internet	 Explorer	 are	either	 registered	 trademarks	 or	trademarks	 of	Microsoft	 Corpo-
ration in the United States and/or other countries.
•	 MicroSaver	is	a	registered	trademark	of	Kensington	Computer	Products	Group,	a	division	of	ACCO	Brands.
•	 Other	 product	and	company	 names	mentioned	 in	this	 user’s	 manual	 may	be	the	 trademarks	 or	registered	
trademarks of their respective holders.
Comparative Table of Main Features
The main features vary depending on the model name as follows.
Standard Models Wide Panel Models
LV-7 3 8 5 LV-7 3 8 0 LV-7 2 8 5 LV-7 2 8 0 LV- 8 310 LV- 8 2 15
Native Aspect Ratio
( →  page 77
)
StandardWide
Native Resolution (dots x lines) 
( →  page 77
) XGA (1024 x 768)
WXGA (1280 x 800)
Screen Size (Mini. to Max)
( →  page 77
) 21” - 300”
Throw Distance
( →  page 77
) 0.8 m to 11.3 m/31.5” to 444.9”
0.8m to 11.95m/31.5” to 470.5”
Light	 output	 in	[Normal]	 for	[Lamp	
mode]	( → page 77
) 3500 lumens 3000 lumens 2600 lumens 2200 lumens 3000 lumens 2600 lumens
Contrast Ratio ( → page 77
) 500: 1 2000: 1*500: 1 450: 1
Wired LAN ( → page 22
, 43) RJ-45
Lamp Replacement Time
(average) ( → page 66
) 4000	(H)	in	[Normal]	mode	/5000	(H)	in	[Quiet]	mode
Replacement Lamp ( → page 71
)LV- L P 31 LV- L P 3 2 LV- L P 31
*	The	value	is	measured	when	[Auto	iris]	is	set	to	[On].
For further details on the specifications, see page 77 .
TIP:  The model name is located on the cabinet.
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 Part Names of the Projector
Zoom l
ever
( s ee page 29 )Controls
(s ee page 5 )
l ens
lens Cover
Be sure to remove the lens cover dur-
ing projection. t he cap can deform or 
fi re can occur.
Built-in s ecurity slot (  )*
focus r ing
( s ee page 29 )
adjustable t ilt foot l ock Button
( s ee page 30 )
a djustable t ilt foot
( s ee page 30 )
remote sensor
( s ee page 9 )
Ventilation (inlet) / filter Cover
( s ee page 69 )
d o not block this vent.
t roubles or fi re can result.
Front/Top
a C i nput
Connect the supplied power cord’s two-pin plug here, and 
plug the other end into an active wall outlet. ( see page 23 )
Main Power s
witch
When you plug the supplied power cord into an 
active wall outlet and turn on the Main Power, the 
POW er indicator turns orange and the projector 
is in standby mode.
( s ee page 24 )
t
erminal Panel
(s ee page 6 ) Monaural s
peaker (7W)
Rear
* This security slot supports the MicroSaver ® Security System.
Ventilation (outlet)
heated air is exhausted from here.
do not block this vent. t roubles 
or fi re can result.
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l amp Cover
( s ee page 72 )
Carrying handlerear f oot
spacer (black rubber)
a spacer is provided for leveling the projector.
t o fi ne-adjust the height of the rear foot,
remove the spacer and rotate the rear
foot to the desired height.
Ventilation (inlet) / f ilter Cover
( s ee page 69 )
d o not block this vent.
t roubles or fi re can result. 
						

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1. Introduction
Top Features
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1. 
POWER Button (  )
Use  this  button  to  turn  the  power  on  and  off  when 
the  main  power  is  supplied  and  the  projector  is  in 
standby mode.
To  turn  on  the  projector,  press  and  hold  this  button 
for  about  1  second.  To  turn  off  the  projector,  press 
this button twice.
2.  POWER Indicator
When this indicator is green, the projector is on, when 
the projector is turned off (standby mode), this indica -
tor	lights	orange	when	[Normal]	is	selected	for	[Standby 	
mode]; 	it	lights 	red	when	 [Power-saving]	 is	selected	for 	
[Standby	 mode].	See	the	POWER	 Indicator	 section	
on page 74  for more details.
3.  STATUS Indicator
If  this  light  blinks  red  rapidly,  it  indicates  that  an  error 
has occurred, the lamp cover is not attached properly 
or  the  projector  has  overheated.  If  this  light  remains 
orange,  it  indicates  that  you  have  pressed  a  cabinet 
key  while  the  Key  lock  is  enabled.  See  the  STATUS 
Indicator section on page 74  for more details.
4.  LAMP Indicator
If  this  light  blinks  red  rapidly,  it's  warning  you  that  the 
lamp  has  reached  the  end  of  its  usable  life.  After  this 
light  appears,  replace  the  lamp  as  soon  as  possible 
(See page 71 ). If this is lit green continually, it indicates 
that the lamp mode is set to Quiet. See the LAMP In -
dicator section on page 74  for more details.
This indicator lights green for about 90 seconds im-
mediately after the projector is powered on.
5.  INPUT Button
Selecting from INPUT List
Press  and  quickly  release  the  INPUT  button  to  dis-
play  the  INPUT  list.  Each  time  the  INPUT  button  is 
pressed, the input source will  change.
To display the selected source, press the OK button 
or allow 2 seconds to elapse. Detecting the Signal Automatically
Press  and  hold  the  INPUT  button  for  a  minimum 
of  2  seconds,  the  projector  will  search  for  the  next 
available input source. See page 26
.
6.  AUTO PC Button 
Use this button to adjust an analog RGB source for 
an optimal picture. See page 34 .
7.  MENU Button
Displays the menu. See page 47 .
8. 
 / VOL (+/–) / KEYSTONE () Buttons
 :  Use  these  buttons  to  select  the  menu  of  the 
item you wish to adjust. See page 47 .
When no menus appear, these buttons work 
as a keystone control. See page 32 .
 : Use  these  buttons  to  change  the  level  of  a 
selected  menu  item.  A  press  of  the 
  but -
ton  executes  the  selection.  When  no  menus 
a p p e a r,  t h e s e  b u t t o n s  w o r k  a s  a  vo l u m e 
control. See page 34 .
9.  OK Button
Executes  your  menu  selection  and  activates  items 
selected from the menu.
10.  BACK Button
Pr e s s i n g  t h i s  b u t t o n  w i l l  r e t u r n  t o  t h e  p r ev i o u s 
menu. 
While  you  are  in  the  main  menu,  pressing  this  but-
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Terminal Panel Features
1. Computer 1 Input Connector [ANALOG IN-1]
  (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin)
Connect your computer or other analog RGB equip -
ment  such  as  IBM  compatible  or  Macintosh  com-
puters.  Use  the  supplied  VGA  cable  to  connect  to 
your  computer.  This  also  ser ves  as  a  component 
input  connector  that  allows  you  to  connect  a  com-
ponent video output of audio-video equipment.
See page 14 , 17, 19 .
2.  Computer  2  Input  Connector  [DIGITAL  IN/ANA-
LOG IN-2] (DVI-I 29 Pin)
Connect  the  DVI  output  of  your  computer  or  other 
digital  RGB  equipment  such  as  IBM  compatible  or 
Macintosh computers.
You  can  also  use  the  supplied  DVI  to  VGA  adapter  to 
connect the output of analog RGB equipment.
See page 16 , 17, 21 .
3.  AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini)
This  is  where  you  connect  the  audio  output  from 
your computer or audio-video equipment when con-
nected  to  the  ANALOG  IN-1  or  2  input.  A  commer-
cially available audio cable is required.
See page 14 , 16, 18 , 19, 21.
4. 
MONITOR OUT Connector [   ] (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin)
You can use this connector to loop your computer im -
age to an external monitor from the RGB input source 
(ANALOG IN-1).
T h i s  c o n n e c t o r  o u t p u t s  R G B  s i g n a l  i n  s t a n d b y 
mode. See page 18 .
5.  AUDIO OUT Mini Jack (Stereo Mini)
You  can  use  this  jack  to  output  sound  to  your  audio-
video  equipment  from  the  currently  selected  source. 
Output  sound  level  can  be  adjusted  in  accordance 
with the sound level of the internal speaker.
Note that this cannot be used as a headphone jack.
(When  audio  equipment  is  connected,  the  projector 
speaker is disabled.)
When a cable mini-plug is inserted into this jack, both the 
right and left audio signals are not mixed, but separate.
For  example,  when  a  cable  mini-plug  is  inserted  into 
the left AUDIO IN jack only, only left sound is output.
6.  VIDEO IN Connector (RCA)
Connect audio-video equipment here to project video.
See page 20 .
7.  S-VIDEO IN Connector (Mini DIN 4 Pin)
Here  is  where  you  connect  the  S-Video  input  from 
audio-video equipment.
See page 20 .
NOTE: S-Video provides more vivid color and higher reso-
lution than the traditional composite video format.
 
8.  AUDIO IN Jacks L /R (RCA)
These  are  your  left  and  right  channel  audio  inputs  for 
stereo sound from a Video/S-Video source.
See page 20 , 21.
9.  SERVICE PORT (D-Sub 9 Pin)
Use  this  port  to  connect  a  computer  or  control  sys-
tem.
This  enables  you  to  control  the  projector  using  se-
rial  communication  protocol.  If  you  are  writing  your 
own program, typical PC control codes are on page 
84.
10.  LAN Port [
] (RJ- 45)
Use this port when controlling your projector in LAN 
connection  from  a  computer.  Use  a  commercially 
available LAN cable (10 Base-T/100 Base-T) to con-
nect the projector to the computer. See page 22 . 
						

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1. Introduction
 Part Names of the Remote Control
1. 
Infrared Transmitter
  Direct  the  remote  control  toward  the  remote  sensor 
on the projector cabinet.
2.  POWER Button
  When the main power is on, you can use this button 
to turn your projector on.
NOTE: To turn on the projector, press and hold the POWER 
button for about 1 second.
  You can use this button to turn your projector off.
NOTE: To turn off the projector, press this button twice.
3.  INFO. Button
  Provides  the  information  on  the  current  signal  and 
projector settings. See page 66 .
4.  IMAGE Button
  Press  this  button  to  display  the  Image  adjustment 
menu  to  adjust  Image  mode,  Contrast,  Brightness, 
S har p nes s,  C o lor  level  an d  C o lor  balan c e.  See 
pages 52 to 53 .
POWER
INPUT
IMAGE
ASPECT
INFO.
BLANK
AUTO PC
VOL
FREEZE
RD-439E
D.ZOOM
BACK
MENU
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5. 
INPUT Button
  Selecting from INPUT List
Press  and  quickly  release  the  INPUT  button  to  dis-
play  the  INPUT  list.  Each  time  the  INPUT  button  is 
pressed, the input source will change.
Detecting the Signal Automatically
Press  and  hold  the  INPUT  button  for  a  minimum 
of  2  seconds,  the  projector  will  search  for  the  next 
available input source.
  See page 26 .
6.  AUTO PC Button
  Use this button to adjust an analog RGB source for 
an optimal picture. See page 34 .
7.  ASPECT Button
  Press  this  button  once  to  display  the  Aspect  select 
menu. Keep pressing will change aspect ratios. See 
page  56.
8.  BLANK Button
  This  but ton  turns  of f  the  image  and  sound  for  a 
short  period  of  time.  Press  again  to  restore  the  im-
age and sound. See page 37 .
9.  MENU Button
  Displays  the  menu  for  various  settings  and  adjust-
ments . See page 47 .
10. 
 Button
See page 47 .
: Use  these  buttons  to  select  the  menu  of  the 
item you wish to adjust.
: Use  these  buttons  to  change  the  level  of  a 
selected menu item. A press of the 
 button 
executes the selection.
  When  an  image  is  magnified,  the 
  button 
moves the image. See page 37 .
 
11. OK Button
  Use  this  but ton  to  enter  your  menu  sele c tion.  It 
works  the  same  way  as  the  OK  button  on  the  cabi-
net. See page 5 . 
						

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POWER
INPUT
IMAGE
ASPECT
INFO.
BLANK
AUTO PC
VOL
FREEZE
RD-439E
D.ZOOM
BACK
MENU
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12. 
BACK Button
  It  works  the  same  way  as  the  BACK  button  on  the 
cabinet. See page 5 .
13.  VOL (+) (–) Button
  Pres s  (+)  to  in c rease  t he  vo lum e  an d  (–)  to  d e -
crease it. See page 34 .
14.  D. ZOOM (+) (–) Button
  U s e  t h i s  b u t t o n  t o  a d j u s t  t h e  i m a g e  s i z e  u p  t o 
400%.
  T he  im ag e  i s  m ag nifie d  a b out  t he  c enter  of  t he 
screen. See page 37 .
15.  FREEZE Button
  This  button  will  freeze  a  picture.  Press  again  to  re-
sume motion. See page 37 . 
						

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1. Introduction
Remote Control Precautions
•	 Handle	the	remote	control	carefully.
•	 If	the	remote	control	gets	wet,	wipe	it	dry	immediately.
•	 Avoid	excessive	heat	and	humidity.
•	 Do	not	heat,	take	apart,	or	throw	batteries	into	fire.
•	 Ensure	that	you	have	the	batteries'	polarity	(+/-)	aligned	correctly.
•	 If	you	will	not	be	using	the	remote	control	for	a	long	time,	remove	the	batteries.
•	 Do	not	place	the	batteries	upside	down.
•	 Do	not	use	new	and	old	batteries	together,	or	use	different	types	of	batteries	together.
•		 Dispose	of	used	batteries	according	to	your	local	regulations.
Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control Battery Installation
1Press  firmly  and  slide  the 
battery cover off.2Remove  both  old  batteries  and 
install  new  ones  (AAA).  Ensure 
that  you  have  the  batteries'  po-
larity (+/–) aligned correctly.3Slip  the  cover  back  over  the  bat-
teries until it snaps into place. Do 
not  mix  different  types  of  batter-
ies or new and old batteries.
remote sensor on 
projector cabinet
7m/22 feet
•	 The	
infrared	 signal	operates	 by	line-of-sight	 up	to	a	distance	 of	about	 7	m	 (22	 feet)	 and	within	 a	60-degree	
a

ngle of the remote sensor on the projector cabinet.
•	 The	 projector	 will	not	respond	 if	there	 are	objects	 between	 the	remote	 control	and	the	sensor,	 or	if	strong	 light	
falls on the sensor. Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector. 30°
r
emote control r
emote sensor on 
projector cabinet 7m/22 feet
30° 30°
30°
r
emote control
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This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources.
2. Installation and Connections
Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first:
 Set up a screen and the projector. See page 11
, 12.
  Connect your computer or audio-video equipment to the projector. See pages 14
, 16, 17, 18 , 19, 20 , 21, 22 .
  Connect the supplied power cord. See page 23
.
NOTE: Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are disconnected before moving the projector. When moving the projec-
tor or when it is not in use, cover the lens with the lens cover.
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2. Installation and Connections
 Setting Up the Screen and the Projector
Selecting a Location (LV-7385/LV-7380/LV-7285/LV-7280)
The  further  your  projector  is  from  the  screen  or  wall,  the  larger  the  image.  The  minimum  size  the  image  can  be 
is  approximately  21"  measured  diagonally  when  the  projector  is  roughly  0.8  m  (2.6')  from  the  wall  or  screen.  The 
largest the image can be is 300" when the projector is about 11.3 m (37.0') from the wall or screen. Use the draw-
ing below as a guide.
Zoom	(max.)
Zoom	(min.)
Optional axis when image is projected 
at right angle to the screen.
Throw Distance and Screen Size
Screen
H1  and  H2:  H1  is  the  height  of  the  screen  from  the  intersection  of  optical  axis  and  screen  surface,  and  H2  is  the 
height of the intersection when an image is projected at right angle to the screen.
•	 The	 sizes	in	the	 above	 table	have	been	 obtained	 assuming	 that	the	aspect	 ratio	is	4:3.	 They	 may	vary	 from	 the	
actual sizes depending on the type of the projected image.
Screen size (W×H) cm 21"
43×32 25"
51×38 30"
61×46 40"
81×61 60"
122×91 80"
163×122 100"
203×152 150"
305×229 180"
366×274 200"
406×305 250"
508×381 300"
610×457
Projection  distance
Zoom (max) –
0.8 m
(2.6’) 0.9 m
(3.0’) 1.2 m
(3.9’) 1.9 m
(6.2’) 2.5 m
(8.2’) 3.1 m
(10.2’) 4.7 m
(15.4’) 5.6 m
(18.4’) 6.2 m
(20.3’) 7.8 m
(25.6’) 9.4 m
(30.8’)
Projection  distance
Zoom (min) 0.8 m
(2.6’) 0.9 m
(3.0’) 1.1 m
(3.6’) 1.5 m
(4.9’) 2.2 m
(7.2’) 3.0 m
(9.8’) 3.7 m
(12.1’) 5.6 m
(18.4’) 6.8 m
(22.3’) 7.5 m
(24.6’) 9.4 m
(30.8’) 11.3 m
(37.1’)
H1 27 cm
(0.9’) 32 cm
(1.1’) 39 cm
(1.3’) 51 cm
(1.7’) 77 cm
(2.5’) 103 cm
(3.4’) 129 cm
(4.2’) 193 cm
(6.3’) 231 cm
(7.6’) 257 cm
(8.4’) 321 cm
(10.5’) 386 cm
(12.7’)
H2 5 cm
(0.2’) 6 cm
(0.2’) 7 cm
(0.2’) 10 cm
(0.3’) 14 cm
(0.5’) 19 cm
(0.6’) 24 cm
(0.8’) 36 cm
(1.2’) 43 cm
(1.4’) 48 cm
(1.6’) 60 cm
(2.0’) 71 cm
(2.3’)
32" 40"
67" 80" 126 " 15 0 "
16 5" 200" 250"
300"
300"
1.2 m 2.5 m
4.7 m6.2 m 9.4	m	(Zoom	max.) 11.3	m	(Zoom	min.)
H1
H2