Dukane Imagepro 8100 Users Manual

							


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Projector
8100
User's Manual (concise)
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read the manuals for the product beforehand, in order to use the \
product safely 
and more effectively. To read the manuals in the CD, see the “ 6. Using the CD 
manual” (17).
Contents
. Checking the contents   ...................2
2. Arrangement  ..................................2
3. Connecting with your devices   ........4
4. Connecting with a power supply   ....5
5. Using the security bar and slot  ......6
6. Using the cable cover  ....................6
7. Preparing for the remote control   ....7
8. Starting the projector  .....................8
9. Adjusting the projection position   ....9

0. Operation
 
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9  . Turning the projector off   .............


2. Replacing the lamp
 
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 2
13. Maintaining the air-filter   .............  4

4. Caring for the mirror and lens   ....  5

5. Replacing the clock battery   .......  6
 6. Using the CD manual   ................  7
 7. Regulatory notices   .....................  8
 8. Warranty and after-service   ........  9
19. Specifications  ............................20

   WARNING
■ Before using this product, be sure to read all the manuals for the product. Heed all the 
warnings and cautions in the manuals or on the product. Follow all the i\
nstructions in the 
manuals or on the product. Retain the manuals in a safe place for future\
 reference. 
						

							
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(1)(2)
(3)(4)
(5)(6)(7)
1. Checking the contents
Check that all the following items are included. If any items are missin\
g, tell your dealer 
soon.
(1) Projector
(2) Remote control with two batteries
(3) Power cord
(4) Computer cable
(5) Cable cover with a screw
(6) User’s manuals (a booklet, a CD)
(7) Security label
   WARNING
■ Keep the original packing materials, and use for transporting this product.
2. Arrangement
Install the projector in a stable, cool, dry and airy place, keeping a s\
pace of 30 cm or more 
between the sides of the projector and other objects such as walls.
Refer to the following to decide the projection style. Ceiling mount and\
 tabletop use must 
be setup with the designated optional accessories. Ask your dealer for details.
(3) Ceiling mount
(1) Usual use
(2) Tabletop use
NOTE
• When installing the projector, confirm that there is nothing that blocks the projection 
light between the projector and the screen.
• When installing the projector, check that the remote sensors are not exposed to any 
strong ray. (7) 
						

							
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AC2
C1
B2B1

A
C2
C1
B2B1

   WARNING
■ Install the projector only under the specified condition using only the specified 
accessory, since others may cause hazards.
■ Do not set the up projector while it is connected to a power supply, to prevent an 
electric shock and a fire.
   CAUTION
■ Do not block the vents on the projector. Do not place anything such as a piece of paper 
that can stick to the intake vents, around the projector.
Table for 4:3 screen
Table for 16:9 screen
NOTE
• It is recommended to adjust the screen size from 60 inch to 100 inc\
h diagonal. The 
screen image adjusted out of this range, either smaller or larger, may be deteriorated.
(1)
(2)
(3)
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48* 0.5*(0.2)38.3 524.4 098.239
502.039.8 625.2 0  0  .940
609.6447.4 928.9 20.447
70  7.2755.02232.6  3  39.355
8024.8 062.62536.2 4  58.262
9032.4 370.22839.9 6  77. 70

00
39.9  677.73 43.6 7  96.077

20
55.02292.83750.920234.092

50
77.7 3   5.54562.02429  .0  5
200 5.545 53.36080.432385.7  52
(±8%)
inchcminchcminchcminchcminch
44* 0.5*(0.2)38.3 533.6 388.935
505.4243.2 737.3 599.939
60 3.755  .52043.5  7  8.347
7022.0959.82449.620 36.854
8030.2  268.02755.722 55.3 6 
9038.5 576.3306  .824 73.968

00
46.6  884.43367.927 92.376

20 63.

25  00.94080. 32229.590

50
87.835  25.64998.439285.3  2
200 29.0 5   66.866 29.0 5 378.2 49
(±8%)
2. Arrangement (continued)
Refer to the following for the projection distance.
The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 102\
4x768.
A
C2
C1
B2
B1*
AB1B2C1C2
AB1B2C1C2 
						

							
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3. Connecting with your devices
Before connecting them, make sure that the devices are suitable to connect with this 
projector, and prepare the required signal cables and adapters. Consult your deal\
er if 
the accessory that is not included in this product is required. Refer to\
 the following for 
connection. If you want to use the cable cover, see the paragraph “6. Using the cable 
cover” (6) beforehand.
   WARNING
■ Use only the accessories contained in this product or recommended by your dealer. Do 
not modify the projector or accessories. 
■ For the cable with a ferrite core only at one end, connect the end with the core to 
the projector. The cables may be required a specific length or a ferrite core by the 
regulations.
■ Be careful not to damage the cables. Route the cables so that they are not likely to be 
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
   CAUTION
■ Do not connect or disconnect the projector with devices while they are connected to a 
power supply, except for the cases directed by the manuals.
■ Be careful not to set a connector into a wrong port or with a wrong way.
PCs
Speakers(with an amplifier)
Monitor
VCR/DVD players 
						

							
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4. Connecting with a power supply
Before connection, confirm that the power outlet 
is suitable for this projector and the power cord.
Then follow the procedure below for connection.
AC Inlet
Power cord(with the socket)
   WARNING
■ Be careful of operation for a power supply not to cause an electric shock or a fire.
• Do not handle the power cord with the wet hand.
• Use this product with only the type of power supply indicated on th\
e projector.
• Use a power outlet that is close to the projector and easily access\
ible.
• Connect firmly the power cord not to result in loose connection. Do\
 not use a loose or 
unsound power outlet.
• Do not overload the outlet, since overloading can result in a risk \
of fire or electric 
shock. 
• Use only the power cord contained in this product unless it is dama\
ged. If it is 
damaged, consult your dealer to get new one. Do not modify the power cor\
d.
1.Insert the end of the power cord with the 
socket into the AC inlet of the projector.
2.Plug the other end of the power cord into a 
power outlet. 
						

							
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5. Using the security bar and slot
This projector has the security bar for a 
commercial anti-theft chain or wire up to 10 mm 
in diameter, and also the security slot for the 
Kensington lock.
For details, see the manual of the security tool.
Security slot
Security bar
NOTE
• These are not provided as comprehensive theft 
preventions but supplemental measures.
   WARNING
■ Do not place the anti-theft chain or wire near the projector’s exhaust vents, since the 
chain or wire heated by the hot exhaust gas may cause a burn.
■ Do not use the security bar or slot for the purpose of fall prevention, since these are 
not designed for it.
6. Using the cable cover
Utilize the cable cover as the guard and blind for the connecting parts.\
1.Connect the signal cables and the 
power cord to the projector first.
2.Attach the cable cover to the 
projector, uniting the interlocking 
parts.
3.Tighten the screw to fix the cable 
cover.
4.Connect the other ends of the cables 
to other devices, and plug the power 
cord to the power outlet.
Cable cover
Screw
Interlocking parts
Screw driver
   CATION
■ Be careful not to pinch the cables in the cable cover, to prevent damage to the cables. 
						

							
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7. Preparing for the remote control
The accessory remote control needs batteries. Use the batteries 
included in this product or two new batteries of the specified 
type: HITACHI MAXELL, part number LR6 or R6P. Follow 
the following procedure.
1.Remove the battery cover in the back of the remote 
control.
2.Put the batteries into the battery holder, according to the 
polarity markings (+) and (-) inside the holder.
3.Put the battery cover back to the former state.
Remote sensors
3 m(approx.)
NOTE
• Try changing the batteries when the remote control 
malfunctions.
• This remote control works with the remote sensors 
on the projector using infrared light (Class 1 LED). 
The active sensor senses the remote control signal 
assigned within 60 degrees to right and left, and 
within 3 meters. For details, see the Operating 
Guide in the CD.
• Prevent the remote sensors from being hit by a 
strong ray. It may cause malfunction of the projector 
and remote control.
   WARNING
■ Be careful of handling a battery, as a battery can cause explosion, cracking or leakage, 
which could result in a fire, an injury, and environment pollution.
• Use only the specified and new battery. Do not use a battery with damage, such as a 
scratch, a dent, rust or leakage. Do not mix a new battery with used one\
.
• When a battery leaked, wipe the leakage out well with a waste cloth. If \
the leakage 
adhered to your body, immediately rinse it well with water. When a battery leaked in 
the battery holder, replace the batteries after wiping the leakage out. 
• Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when l\
oading a battery.
• Do not work on a battery; for example recharging or soldering.
• Do not keep the batteries put into the remote control when the remo\
te control is not 
used for a long while. Keep a battery in a dark, cool and dry place. Never expose a 
battery to a fire or water.
• Obey the local laws on disposing a battery.
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INPUT

8. Starting the projector
Turn on the projector and the connected devices. Turn on the projector ahead of other 
connected devices, unless mentioned in the manuals.
For this projector, follow the procedure below.
1.Press the side marked " I " of the power switch, 
as the power-on position.
The POWER indicator lights up in orange. 
NOTE
• For a couple of seconds after the power 
indicator lights up, wait to use the control 
buttons (on the projector and remote control). 
The buttons may not work soon.
2.Confirm that there is nothing that the lens door 
hits while opening. 
Then, press the STANDBY/ON button (on the 
projector or remote control).
The lens door opens, the projection lamp lights 
up, and the POWER indicator begins to blink 
green.
NOTE
• This projector has the AUTO ON function. For details, see the Operating Guide in the 
CD.
POWER indicator
STANDBY/ON button
Power switch
STANDBY/ON button
   WARNING
■ Never look into the projection lens or mirror while the projection lamp lights, since the 
projection lamp ray may cause a trouble on your eyes.
   CAUTION
■ Be careful not to pinch your finger with the lens door, as it may cause an injury.
When the projector starts completely, the indicator will 
turn steady green. 
						

							
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9. Adjusting the projection position
This projector has four elevator feet in the bottom. Use them to adjust \
the projection 
position.
Elevator feet
max. 43 mm
    CAUTION
  ■ Do not lengthen the elevator feet to 43 mm or more. The foot lengthened exceeding 
the limit may come off from the projector, and result in an injury. 
10. Operation
 Displaying and switching the image
  Press the  INPUT  button on the projector to display the image from one of active input 
ports.
  Each time you press the button, the port is switched in turn, when two o\
r more signals are 
inputted. 
 Focusing
  Use the  FOCUS +  and  FOCUS –  buttons on the projector or remote control to adjust the 
screen focus.  
INPUT
MENU
FOCUS-+FOCUS
VIDEO     COMPUTER     SEARCHASPECT                               AUTO           BLANK
ON
OFF
MAGNIFYHOME        PAGE UP      VOLUME
ENDPAGE DOWN       MUTE
FREEZE                MY BUTTON              KEYSTONE                                     1                    2      FOCUS                             D-ZOOM-           +           -            +POSITION                                                     MENU
ENTER
ESC                                                                RESET\
 INPUT  button
 FOCUS +  button
 FOCUS –  button
 FOCUS +  button
 FOCUS –  button 
						

							
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0. Operation (continued)
Selecting an aspect ratio
Each time you press the ASPECT button 
on the remote control, it switches the 
aspect ratio of the image, in turn.
Muting the sound
Press the MUTE button on the remote control. To restore the sound, press the MUTE or 
VOLUME button.
NOTE
• For details, see the Operating Guide in the CD.
Adjusting the picture position
After pressing the POSITION button on 
the remote control, use the ▲, ▼, ◄ and 
► buttons. Press the POSITION button 
again to finish this operation.
Zooming
Use the D-ZOOM + and D-ZOOM – 
buttons on the remote control to adjust the 
screen size.
VIDEO     COMPUTER     SEARCH
ASPECT                               AUTO           BLANK
ON
OFF
MAGNIFYHOME        PAGE UP      VOLUME
ENDPAGE DOWN       MUTE
FREEZE                MY BUTTON              KEYSTONE                                     1                    2      FOCUS                             D-ZOOM-           +           -            +POSITION                                                     MENU
ENTER
ESC                                                                RESET\
D-ZOOM + button
D-ZOOM – button
POSITION button
KEYSTONE button
VOLUME button
ASPECT button
MUTE button
Correcting the keystone distortion
After pressing the KEYSTONE button on the remote control, use the ▲ and ▼ buttons. 
Press the KEYSTONE button again to finish this operation.
Adjusting the volume
After pressing the VOLUME button on the remote control, use the ▲ and ▼ buttons.