Canon Projector SX80 User Manual

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Table of Contents
Safety Instructions
Before Use
Projecting an Image 
Useful Functions Available During a Presentation
 
Setting Up Functions from Menus
Projecting an Image from a Digital Camera or an 
USB Flash Memory
Connecting the Projector to Network
Appendix
Index
Appendix 

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Troubleshooting
WARNING Lamp Flash Patterns
The WARNING lamp on the Control Panel flashes in red when there is a trouble in the pro-
jector.
 Turn off the projector, wait until the cooling fan stops, and remove the power plug from 
the AC outlet before dealing with the trouble.
Flash Pattern Meaning Countermeasure
One flash Temperature, 
abnormalityThe temperature inside the projector is too high for some reason 
or the outside air temperature is higher than the specified one. If 
the problem is...

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Symptoms and Solutions
■You cannot turn on the projector.
■You cannot project an image from the projector.
Cause Countermeasure
The power cord is not connected 
correctly.Check whether the power cord is connected correctly. (P42)
Check that [Key lock] is not enabled. (P94)
The power cord has just been con-
nected.You cannot turn on the projector until the POWER indicator 
turns red after connecting the power plug. (P42)
The lamp cover is open.
Unplug the power cord from the...

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■A digital camera or USB flash memory is not recognized.
■You cannot hear sound.
Cause Countermeasure
The external monitor output is not 
set on the notebook computer cor-
rectly.Turn on the external monitor output on the notebook com-
puter. To turn on the external monitor output, press the [LCD] 
or [VGA] function key or a key with an icon for the external 
monitor, while holding down the [Fn] key on the keyboard of 
the notebook computer. (P44)
The combination of keys used to...

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■The projected image is blur.
■You cannot project an image appropriately.
■The projector is forced to be turned off.
Cause Countermeasure
The image is out of focus. Adjust the focus. (P52)
The distance to the screen is too 
short.Check whether the distance to the screen is appropriate. If 
the distance is shorter than approximately 1.2m (3.9), the 
projector cannot focus on the screen. (P31, P134)
The projector is not placed straight 
in front of the screen.Check whether the...

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■You cannot operate the remote control.
Cause Countermeasure
Batteries are not installed properly 
or they have run out.Check whether batteries are installed correctly. If batteries 
are installed correctly, replace them with new batteries. (P28)
You are operating the remote con-
trol from the outside of the remote 
control operating range.Check whether you are operating the remote control within 
the remote control operating range. (P28)
There is an obstacle between the 
projector...

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Appendix
Maintenance
Cleaning the Projector
Clean the projector frequently to prevent dust from settling on the surface.
A dirty lens may ruin the quality of the projected image.
Wipe the projectors main unit softly with a soft cloth.
If the projector is heavily soiled, soak the cloth in water with a small amount of detergent 
in it, squeeze the cloth very well, and then wipe the projector with it. After cleaning, wipe 
the projector with a dry cloth.
 The main unit is very hot immediately after...

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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
An air filter is installed in the air intake vent on the bottom of the main body to protect the 
internal lens and mirror from dust. Should the air filter become clogged with dust, the pro-
jector may be damaged since it will block the air flow into the projector and raises the 
internal temperature of the projector.
■Cleaning the Air Filter
Turn the projector upside down, remove the cover by pushing the latch, remove the air fil-
ter, and clean it...

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Replacing the Lamp
When the time of use of the lamp exceeds the certain amount of time, the following mes-
sage (two types) is displayed for 10 seconds every time the projector is turned on.
1,800 - less than 2,000 hours
Over 2,000 hours
 After the above screens (two types) have been displayed for 10 seconds and disap-
peared, all buttons become operable. 
 You can check the time of use of the lamp in [Lamp counter] in the [System settings] 
menu (P98).
■About the Replacing...

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■Replacing the Lamp
1Turn off the projector, disconnect the 
power plug from the AC outlet, and let 
the projector stand for at least 1 hour.
2As shown in the figure, insert a flat-
head screwdriver in the gap and 
remove the lamp cover by raising it.
3Loosen two screws with a philips-head 
screwdriver and then pull up the han-
dle.
* Pull up the handle as shown in the 
figure.
4Remove the lamp while holding the 
center of the handle.
5Fully insert a new lamp and secure it 
with two...