Eiki Eip 1500t Dlp Dlp Projector Owners Manual

							EIP-1500T
OWNER’S MANUAL
EIKI INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
A-Key to better communications
U.S.A.
EIKI International, Inc.
30251 Esperanza
Rancho Santa Margarita
CA 92688-2132
U.S.A.
Tel: 800-242-3454 (949)-457-0200
Fax : 800-457-3454 (949)-457-7878
E-Mail : [email protected]
Deutschland & Österreich
EIKI Deutschland GmbH
Am Frauwald 12
65510 Idstein
Deutschland
Te l: 06126-9371-0
Fax : 06126-9371-14
E-Mail : [email protected]
Canada
EIKI CANADA - Eiki International, Inc.
P .O. Box 156, 310 First St. - Unit 2,
Midland, ON, L4R 4K8, Canada
Te l: 800-563-3454 (705)-527-4084
Fax : 800-567-4069 (705)-527-4087
E-Mail : [email protected]
Eastern Europe
EIKI CZECH spol. s.r.o.
Umelecká 15
170 00 Praha 7
Czech Republic
Te l: +42 02 20570024
  +42 02 20571413
Fax : +42 02 20571411
E-Mail : [email protected]
Japan & Worldwide
EIKI Industrial Company Limited.
4-12 Banzai-Cho, Kita-Ku, Osaka,
530-0028 Japan
Te l: +81-6-6311-9479
Fax : +81-6-6311-8486
W orldWide Website  http://www.eiki.com
Printed in China
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							IMPORTANT
For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your
Projector, please record the Serial Number located on
the bottom of the projector and retain this information.
Before recycling the packaging, please ensure that you
have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly
against the list of “Supplied accessories” on page 5.
Model No.: EIP-1500T
Serial No.:
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							SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 10A fuse. Should
the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked 
 or  and of the same rating as
above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut off the
mains plug and fit an appropriate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immediately and disposed of
in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 10A socket outlet, as a serious
electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
WARNING:
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
•The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by
the letter E or by the safety earth symbol 
 or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
•The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured
black.
•The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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Before using the projector, please read this owner’s manual carefully.
WARNING:High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view directly. Be especially
careful that children do not stare directly into the beam of light.
W ARNING: To r educe the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk or electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
Introduction
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER SERVICE SCREW.
See bottom of projector.
1. WARRANTYThis is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and labor
warranty applicable to your purchase.
2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection, modification, or
r ecall that EIKI may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act, PLEASE
READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT “LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE.
U.S.A. ONLY
ENGLISH
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Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement
See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 56.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This projector utilizes tin-lead solder, and a pressurized lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of
these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information,
please contact your local authorities or, if you are located in the United States of America, the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org .
WARNING:
The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters the standby mode.
During normal operation, when putting the projector into standby mode always use the STANDBY-ON button on
the projector or the STANDBY button on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting
the power cord.
DURING NORMAL OPERATION, NEVER TURN THE PROJECTOR OFF BY DISCONNECTING THE POWER CORD.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WILL RESULT IN PREMATURE LAMP FAILURE.
W ARNING:FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to \
this equipment not
expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equip-
ment.
U.S.A. ONLY
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a\
 Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
r esidential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate\
 radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the owner’s manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
U.S.A. ONLY
Declaration of Conformity
EIKI PROJECTOR, MODEL EIP-1500T
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:\
 (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
EIKI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
30251 Esperanza, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688-2132
TEL: (800) 242-3454
U.S.A. ONLY
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This EIKI projector uses a DMD panel. This very sophisticated panel contains 921,600 pixels micromirrors. As with
any high technology electronic equipment such as large screen TVs, video systems and video cameras, there are
certain acceptable tolerances that the equipment must conform to.
This unit has some inactive pixels within acceptable tolerances which ma\
y result in inactive dots on the picture
screen. This will not affect the picture quality or the life expectancy of the unit.
•DLPTM (Digital Light Processing) and DMDTM (Digital Micromirror Device) are trademarks of Texas Instru-
ments, Inc.
• Microsoft
® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States \
and/or
other countries.
• PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporatio\
n in the United States.
• Macintosh
® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
• All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademar\
ks of their respective companies.
• Some IC chips in this product include confidential and/or trade secret p\
roperty belonging to Texas Instru-
ments. Therefore you may not copy, modify, adapt, translate, distribute, reverse engineer, reverse as-
semble or discompile the contents thereof.
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Contents
Preparing
Setup
Setting Up the Projector .............................. 16
Setting Up the Projector .................................... 16
Screen Size and Projection Distance ................ 17
Projecting a Reversed Image ............................ 18
Connections
Connections ................................................. 19
INPUT Terminals and ConnectableMain Equipment .......................................... 19
Samples of Cables for Connection ............. 20
Connecting to Video Equipment ................. 21
Connecting to a Computer .......................... 25
Controlling the Projector by a Computer ... 27
Introduction
Contents .......................................................... 4
Accessories .................................................... 5
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 6
Part Names and Functions ............................ 9
Using the Remote Control ........................... 13
Usable Range .................................................... 13
Inserting the Batteries ....................................... 13
Quick Start
Quick Start .................................................... 14
Using
Basic Operation
Turning the Projector On/Off ....................... 28
Image Projection .......................................... 29
Switching the INPUT Mode ............................... 29
Adjusting the Focus ........................................... 30
Adjusting the Projected Image Size .................. 30
Using the Adjustment Feet ................................ 31
Keystone Correction .......................................... 32
Placement of the Projected Image Using the
Keystone Correction .................................... 33
Selecting the Picture Mode ............................... 34
Switching the High Brightness / High Contrast Mode ........................................................... 34
Adjusting the Picture Aspect Ratio .................... 34
Useful Features
Menu Items ................................................... 36
Using the Menu Screen ............................... 38
Menu Selections (Adjustments) ......................... 38
Menu Selections (Settings) ................................ 40
Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) ........ 42
Adjusting the Image .......................................... 42
Adjusting the Color Temperature ....................... 42
Gamma Correction Function ............................. 43
Emphasizing the Contrast ................................. 43
Picture Mode Function ....................................... 44
Switching the High Brightness/High Contrast Mode ........................................................... 44
Computer Image Adjustment(“Fine Sync” menu) ................................ 45
Adjusting the Computer Image ......................... 45
Special Modes Setting ...................................... 45
Auto Sync Adjustment ....................................... 46
Checking the Input Signal ................................. 46
Using the “Options” Menu .......................... 47
Checking the Lamp Life Status ......................... 47
Setting On-screen Display ................................. 47
Setting the Video System ................................... 48
Signal Type Setting ............................................ 48
Selecting a Background Image ......................... 49
Eco Mode .......................................................... 49
Auto Power Off Function .................................... 50
Selecting the Menu Screen Position .................. 50
Selecting the Menu Color .................................. 51
Selecting the On-screen DisplayLanguage and the Projection Mode ...... 52
Selecting the On-screen Display Language ..... 52
Setting the Projection Mode .............................. 52
Reference
Appendix
Maintenance ................................................. 53
Maintenance Indicators ............................... 54
Regarding the Lamp .................................... 56
Lamp ................................................................. 56
Caution Concerning the Lamp .......................... 56
Replacing the Lamp .......................................... 56
Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit ............ 57
Resetting the Lamp Timer ................................. 58
Connecting Pin Assignments ..................... 59 RS-232C Specifications and Command
Settings ................................................... 60
PC control .......................................................... 60
Communication conditions ................................ 60
Basic format ...................................................... 60
Commands ........................................................ 60
Computer Compatibility Chart .................... 61
Troubleshooting ........................................... 62
Specifications ............................................... 63
Dimensions ................................................... 64
Glossary ........................................................ 65
Index .............................................................. 66
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Accessories
Remote controlTwo R-6 batteries
(“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar)
■ Lamp unit AH-57201
Lens cap (attached)
Supplied accessories
Optional accessory
Owner’s  manual
(this manual)
Marks Used in This Owner’s Manual
Info..........Indicates safeguards when using the projector.
Note.......Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the projec\
tor.
• In this owner’s manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for exp\
lanation, and may differ
slightly from actual display. V
ideo cable
QCNWGA001WJZZ
Power cord*
For U.S., Canada, etc.
(6 (1.8 m))
QACCDA007WJPZ For Europe, except U.K.
(6 (1.8 m))
QACCVA011WJPZ
(1) (2)
*Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country.
QUICK GUIDE
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1. Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
2. Retain InstructionsThe safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. Heed WarningsAll warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow InstructionsAll operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CleaningUnplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
6. AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and MoistureDo not use this product near water–for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. AccessoriesDo not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting
of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions,
and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
9. TransportationA product and cart combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
10. VentilationSlots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it
from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power SourcesThis product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12. Grounding or PolarizationThis product is provided with one of the following types of
plugs. If the plug should fail to fit into the power outlet,
please contact your electrician.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
a. Two-wire type (mains) plug.
b. Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug with a
grounding terminal.
This plug will only fit into a grounding type power
outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
13. Power-Cord ProtectionPower-supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the product.
14. LightningFor added protection for this product during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
17. ServicingDo not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
18. Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions, as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way.
f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
19. Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure that the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to this product,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21.Wall or Ceiling Mounting
This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
22. HeatThis product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save these
instructions for later use.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to
assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic
rules for its installation, use and servicing.
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Observe that you read the following safeguards when
setting up your projector.
Caution concerning the lamp unit
■Potential hazard of glass
particles if lamp ruptures.
In case of lamp rupture,
contact your nearest EIKI
Authorized Dealer or
Service Center for a re-
placement.
See “Replacing the Lamp” on page  56.
Caution concerning the setup of the pro-
jector
■ For minimal servicing and to maintain high
image quality, EIKI recommends that this pro-
jector be installed in an area free from hu-
midity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the
projector is subjected to these environments,
the vents and lens must be cleaned more of-
ten. As long as the projector is regularly
cleaned, use in these environments will not
reduce the overall operation life of the unit.
Internal cleaning should only be performed
by an EIKI Authorized Dealer or Service Cen-
ter.
Do not set up the projector in places ex-
posed to direct sunlight or bright light.
■Position the screen so that it is not in direct
sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on
the screen washes out the colors, making
viewing difficult. Close the curtains and dim
the lights when setting up the screen in a
sunny or bright room.
The projector may be safely tilted to a
maximum angle of 12 degrees.
■Placement should be within ±12 degrees of
horizontal.
Warning about placing the projector in
a high position
■ When placing the projector in a high posi-
tion, ensure that it is secured to avoid per-
sonal injury caused by the projector falling
down.
Do not subject the projector to hard im-
pact and/or vibration.
■Protect the lens so as not to hit or damage
the surface of the lens.
Rest your eyes occasionally.
■Continuously watching the screen for long
hours will cause eye strain. Be sure to occa-
sionally rest your eyes.
Avoid locations with extremes of tem-
perature.
■ The operating temperature of the projector
is from 41°F to 95°F (+5°C to +35°C).
■ The storage temperature of the projector is
from –4°F to 140°F (–20°C to +60°C).
Do not block the exhaust and intake
vents.
■Allow at least 7 7/8 inches (20 cm) of space
between the exhaust vent and the nearest
wall or obstruction.
■ Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust
vent are not obstructed.
■ If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a pro-
tection circuit will automatically put the pro-
jector into standby mode to prevent overheat
damage. This does not indicate a malfunc-
tion (See pages  54 and  55.). Remove the pro-
jector power cord from the wall outlet and wait
at least 10 minutes. Place the projector where
the intake and exhaust vents are not blocked,
plug the power cord back in and turn on the
projector. This will return the projector to the
normal operating condition.
AH-57201
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