Canon projector LVX7 User Manual

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5. Using On-Screen Menu
Enabling Direct Power ON [Direct power on]
Turns  the  projector  on  automatically  when  the  power  cord  is  inserted  into  an  active  power  outlet.  This  eliminates 
the need to always use the POWER button on the remote control or projector cabinet.
To  use  the  [Direct  power  on]  function,  you  must  first  press  the  main  power  switch  to  the  position  “On”  (I)  before 
plugging the power cord.
Enabling Power Management [Power management]
When this option...

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[Input signal select]
Selecting Signal Format
[Computer]*, [Computer 1]*, [Computer 2 (Analog)]*
Allows you to choose [Computer]*, [Computer 1]* or [Computer 2 (Analog)]* for an RGB source such as a comput-
er,  or  [COMPONENT]  for  a  component  video  source  such  as  a  DVD  player.  Normally  select  [RGB/COMPONENT] 
and  the  projector  automatically  detects  a  component  signal.  However  there  may  be  some  component  signals  that 
the projector is unable to detect. If this is the case,...

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5. Using On-Screen Menu
❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Information]
Displays the status of the lamp / filter / projector usage and the current signal. This item has three pages. The infor-
mation included is as follows: 
[Usage time]
[Remaining lamp time] (%)  [Lamp counter] (H)
[Filter counter] (H)
Remaining Lamp/Lamp Counter
The projector has the Quiet mode. The lamp life varies depending on two modes: quiet mode and normal mode.
The [Remaining lamp time] shows the percentage of remaining...

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5. Using On-Screen Menu
[Version]
[Model] [Firmware version]
[Serial number]  [Data version]
❽ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Reset]
Resetting settings and adjustments [Reset]
The Reset feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a (all) source (s) except 
the following:
[Current signal]
Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels. 
The  items  that  can  be  reset  are:  [Image  mode],  [Brightness],  [Contrast],  [Sharpness],...

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6. Maintenance
MENUBACKKEYSTONE
WARNING    POWER AUTO PCINPUTLAMP
-+VOLVOL
This section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the filter and replace the lamp.
❶ Cleaning or Replacing the Filter
The air-filter sponge keeps dust and dirt from getting inside the projector and should be frequently cleaned. If the 
filter is dirty or clogged, your projector may overheat.
CAUTION
• Turn off the projector, turn off the main power switch and unplug the projector before...

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6. Maintenance
3.	 Reinstall	the	new	filter	cover.
NOTE:  Do  not  wash  the  filter  with  soap  and  water.  Soap  and  water  will  damage  the  filter  membrane.  Before  replacing  the 
filter, remove dust and dirt from the projector cabinet. Keep out dust and dirt during filter replacement.
NOTE:  When  you  replace  the  lamp,  it  is  also  wise  to  replace  the  filter.  The  filter  comes  in  the  same  package  with  your  re-
placement lamp.
4.	 Turn	on	the	projector.
5.	 Reset	the...

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6. Maintenance
❸ Replacing the Lamp
After your lamp has been operating for 2000*1 hours (up to 3000*1 hours in Quiet mode) or longer, the LAMP indi-
cator  in  the  cabinet  will  blink  red  and  the  message  “Replace  with  the  new  lamp.”*2  will  appear.  Even  though  the 
lamp may still be working, replace it at 2000*1 (up to 3000*1 hours in Quiet mode) hours to maintain optimal projec-
tor performance. After replacing the lamp, be sure to clear the lamp counter. See page 55.
CAUTION
• DO NOT...

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6. Maintenance
interlock
3.	 Remove	the	lamp.
(1) Loosen  the  two  screws  securing  the  lamp  until  the  phillips  screwdriver  goes  into  a  freewheeling  condition. 
The two screws are not removable.
NOTE: Do not remove any screws except these two screws.
(2)  Remove the lamp by holding it.
NOTE: There is an interlock on this case to prevent the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to circumvent this interlock.
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2.	 Remove	the	lamp	cover.
(1) Press firmly and slide the lamp cover by...

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6. Maintenance
6.	 Connect	the	supplied	power	cord,	turn	on	the	Main	Power	switch	and	turn	on	the	projector.
7.	 Finally,	select	the	menu	
→	[Reset]	→	[Lamp	counter]	to	reset	the	lamp	usage	hours.
NOTE: When the lamp exceeds 2100* hours (up to 3100* hours in Quiet mode) of service, the projector cannot turn on and the 
menu is not displayed. 
If this happens, press the INFO. button on the remote control for ten seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero. 
When the lamp time clock is reset to zero,...

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7. Appendix
❶ Troubleshooting
This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector.
WARNING Indicator
LAMP Indicator
Indicator Messages
POWER Indicator
MENU
BACK
KEYSTONE
WARNING    POWER 
AUTO PC
INPUT
VOL-VOL+
LAMP
Warning i ndicator
POW er indicator
l a MP i ndicator
Indicator ConditionProjector ConditionNote
Of fThe main power is of f–
Blinking lightGreen0.5 sec On,0.5 sec Of fThe projector is get ting ready to turn on.Wait for a moment.
2.5 sec...