Gateway M255e Manual
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SP-M205 SP-M225 SP-M255 SP-M275 SP-M305 LCD Projector Owner’s Instructions The color and the appearance of the product may differ from the illustrations in this manual. The specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve performance.
Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Installing the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Leveling with Adjustable Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Zoom and Focus Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Screen Size and Projection Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Lamp Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Rear Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Supported Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Connecting the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Connecting with a PC and Setting up the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Connecting a PC using an HDMI/DVI cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Connecting an HDMI-Compatible Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Connecting an AV device using a D-Sub cabl e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Connecting an AV device with Component output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Connecting using a Video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Connecting an External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Connecting to a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 Kensington Lock slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 USING Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Front, Upper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 LED Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) . . . . 3-5 Network Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 MEDIA PLAY FUNCTION Connecting a USB Storage Device and Precaut ions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Supported File Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
MORE INFORMATION Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 RS232C Command Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Correct Disposal - Europe only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Major Safety Precautions1-1 1 Major Safety Precautions 1-1 Before You Start Icons used in this manual Using this Manual • Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product. • The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvement. • If a problem occurs, refer to the Troubleshooting section. Copyright Notice Copyright © 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The copyright of this manual is reserved by Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. ICONNAMEMEANING Caution Indicates cases where the function ma y not work or the setting may be canceled. Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function.
1-2Major Safety Precautions 1-2 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Surface and the Lens Cleaning Inside the ProjectorClean the projector using a soft dry cloth. • Avoid cleaning the product with a flammable substance such as benzene or thinner. • Avoid scratching the lens with yo ur fingernails or a sharp object. This may result in scratches or damage to the product. • Avoid cleaning the product with a wet cloth or by directly spraying water onto the product. If water enters the product, it may re sult in fire, electric shock, or a problem with the product. • A white stain may appear on the su rface of the projector if water gets on it. The appearance and the color may differ depending on the model. For cleaning the interior of t he projector, contact an authorized Samsung Service Center. • Contact a Service Center if dust or other substances are inside the projector.
Major Safety Precautions1-3 1-3 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions Meaning of Signs Power Related The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries. The appearance and the color may differ depending on models. Warning ICONNAMEMEANING Warning Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or even a fatality. Caution Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or property damage. Do not perform.Must be followed. Do not disassemble. The power plug must be unplugged from the wall outlet. Do not touch.Must be grounded to prevent electric shock. Plug the power plug in firmly. • Otherwise, it may result in fire.Avoid connecting multiple electric appli- ances to a single wall outlet. • Otherwise, it may result in fire due to overheating of the wall outlet. Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power outlet. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.Avoid bending or twisting the power cord excessively and avoid placing heavy objects on the cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire due to a damaged power cord. Avoid plugging in or unplugging the power supply with wet hands. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock.To move the product, turn the power off and unplug the power cord and any other wires connected to the product. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire due to the damaged power cord.
1-3Major Safety Precautions Caution Installation Related Warning Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded wall outlet (for insulation class 1 equipment only). • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or injury. When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold the power plug by the plug and not by the cord. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Do not turn the product on or off by plug- ging or unplugging the power plug. (Do not use the power plug as a power switch.) Unplug the power plug before cleaning the product. • There is a danger of electric shock or fire. Keep the power cord away from sources of heat. Connect the power plug to a wall outlet that can be easily reached. • When a problem occurs with the product, you must unplug the power plug to cut the po wer off completely. You cannot cut the power off completely using only the power button on the product. Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight and installing the product near a heat source such as a fire or heater. • This may shorten th e product life cycle or cause fire.Avoid installing the product in a badly-ven- tilated location such as inside a bookshelf or closet. • Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal overheating. When installing the product in a cabinet or shelf, take care so that the front end of the product is completely supported by the cabinet or shelf. • Failing to do so may result in the product falling and resulting in damage to the product or injury. • Make sure to use a cabinet or shelf suitable to the size of the product.When installing the product on a console or shelf, make sure that the front of the product does not protrude out of the con- sole or shelf. • Otherwise, this may cause the product to fall off and result in a malfunction or injury. Keep the power cord away from heaters. • The coating of the power cord may melt and cause electric shock or fire. When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug the power cord. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Major Safety Precautions1-3 Caution Usage Related Do not install the product in a location exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rain drops) and do not install it in a vehicle. • This may result in electric shock or fire.Do not install the product in areas with heavy dust. Take care not to block the vent with a table cloth or curtain. • Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal overheating.Do not let the product drop while moving it. • This may result in a problem with the product or injury. When putting the product down, place it gently. • Failing to do so may result in a problem with the product or injury. Do not install the product at a height where children may reach it. • If a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury. Avoid inserting meta l objects such as chopsticks, coins or hairpins, or inflamma- ble objects into the product (the vents, ports, etc). • If water or an alien substance enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center. • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.Do not let children place objects such as toys or cookies on the product. • If a child tries to reach for any of these objects, the product may fall and cause harm. Do not disassemble, or attempt to fix or modify the product. • When the product requires repairs, contact a Service Center. Do not look directly at the light of the lamp nor project the picture into someones eyes. • This is dangerous, especially for children. Avoid using or placing inflammable spray or objects near the product. • This may result in an explosion or fire.When you remove batteries from the remote, be careful that they are not swal- lowed by children. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • If swallowed, see a doctor immediately. Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product. • If water or an alien substance enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center. • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.
1-3Major Safety Precautions Caution If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact a service center. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. If water or a foreign substance enters the product, turn the product off, unplug the power cord from a wall outlet, and contact a Service Center. If the power plug pin or jack is exposed to dust, water or alien substances, clean it thoroughly. • There is a danger of electric shock or fire. Do not use the product while it indicates a malfunction, such as no sound or no pic- ture. • Turn the product off immediately, unplug the power cord from a wall outlet, and contact a Service Center. When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Avoid using chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquito- repellent, fragrance, lubrication or cleansing agent when cleaning the product. This may result in the exterior being deformed or the print being removed.When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the product or the power plug and ventilate immediately. • A spark may result in an explosion or fire. • During a thunder or lighting storm, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable When not using the product for a long time, such as leaving your home, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • Otherwise, it may cause dust accumulation and result in fire caused by overheating or a short circuit or result in an electric shock.Do not touch the lens on the product. • This may cause damage to the lens. If the product is installed in a location where the operating conditions vary con- siderably, a serious quality problem may occur due to the surrounding environment. In this case, install the product only after consulting our Call Center. • Places exposed to microscopic dust, chemicals, too high or low temperature, high humidity, such as airports or stations where the product is continuously used for a long time etc.. Do not touch any outer part of the product with tools such as a knife or a hammer. If you drop the product or the case is dam- aged, turn the power off and unplug the power cord. Contact a service center. • Failing to do so may result in fire or electric shock.To clean dirt or stains on the front projec- tion lens, use spray or a wet cloth damp- ened with neutral detergent and water. Make sure to place your remote control on a table or desk. • If you step on the remote control, you may fall and hurt yourself or the product may be damaged. Ask a Service Center to clean the interior of the projector at least once per year.
Major Safety Precautions1-3 To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the vents or lamp cover while operating or right after turning off the product.Do not clean the product using water spray or a wet cloth. Avoid using any chemicals such as detergents, industrial or automo- tive polish, abrasive, wax, benzene, alco- hol on any plastic part of the product such as projector case, since this may cause damage. Do not open any cover on the product. • This would prove hazardous because of high-voltage current inside the product.Do not use any undesignated battery. Be careful not to touch the ventilation hole while the projector is on as hot air comes out.The ventilation hole is hot for some time though the projector is turned off. Keep you hands or body off the ventilation hole. Do not place objects vulnerable to heat near the projector. Be careful to keep your body away from the projector lamp. The lamp is hot. (Children and those who have sensitive skin should be more careful.) Take care not to lose the lens cover of the product. •The lens could get damaged. The lens cover protects the lens and should be used when the projector is turned off. • To hide the screen while the projector is turned on, use the BLANK feature.