Chisholm Aurora S500 Svga Lcd Projector Reference Manual

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Annotation Options 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Annotation option will be included only if you purchased a model that includes this feature.  If 
anything is missing, contact your serv ice representative or call the number displayed on the Projector 
when it is powered on.  If anything is damaged, call the freight...

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Setup 
 
 
1. Get Acquainted  
 
Familiarize yourself with the features of the Projector. 
 
 
2. Power Down 
 
Turn off any equipment you intend to connect to the Projector.  
 
 
3. Find a Location 
 
Establish a location for the Projector that is clear of debris, provides adequate ventilation, and 
provides the...

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4. Connector Panel 
 
Open the Connector Panel Door and familiarize yourself with the Connector Panel. 
 
 
5. Disconnect Your Monitor 
 
The Projector uses your computer monitor port.  To connect your computer, first disconnect your 
computer monitor.  If you are using a notebook computer, identify your external monitor...

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Connecting to a PC 
 
Check that the power for the Projector and computer are off before connecting the cables.  Connect 
the supplied PC  Y RGB cable to the Projector as shown below.  If you wish to use your monitor 
concurrently with projection, connect the short Y cable to your PC monitor.  Connect the other end of...

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7. Connecting a Video Device 
 
To connect a VCR, DVD, laserdisc, or other video device, use the supplied Audio/Video cables with 3 
connectors at each end and attach them to the audio/v ideo connectors of Video 1 or Video 2 and to 
the corresponding connectors of your video device.  

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8. Connecting an External Amplifier, Computer Mouse, or Annotation 
Device 
 
If you have your own audio system, you may use the Audio Out connectors of the Projector to 
provide a line level output to an external amplifier.  If you do not want the Projector internal speakers 
to operate, use the Audio Menu to...

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9. Secure Connectors 
 
Tighten all cable connector screws. 
 
 
10. Connect Power Cable 
 
Connect the power cable to the Projector and plug the power cord into an outlet. 
 
11. Power On 
 
Turn on the Projector Lamp by depressing the Power key on the Control Panel or 
depressing the Menu key on the Remote Control or...

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Installation 
 
General 
 
Select a room that can be darkened and using the table below, determine a Projector location that suites 
your screen needs. Place the Projector so that the projecting light hits the screen squarely (see TOP and 
SIDE VIEWS below).  For ceiling mount, contact your local dealer. 
Adjust the...

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PROJECTOR OPERATION 
 
 
Controls and Indicators 
 
Automatic Power Management 
 
The Projector has a built-in power management system that causes it to automatically power down some 
of the electronics whenev er the Projector is turned off.  This reduces power consumption and the need to 
unplug the unit.  Simply turn...

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Power Key and LED 
 
The Power key turns the Projector Lamp on and off.  
To turn the Lamp on, depress the Power key.  To turn 
the Lamp off, depress and hold the Power key until 
the Lamp turns off.  A countdown will appear at the 
bottom of the projected image while the Lamp key is depressed.  This countdown is used...