Hitachi Cp-A300n Users Manual

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Connecting with your devices (continued)
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• Before connecting the projector to a computer, consult the computer’s 
manual and check the compatibility of the signal level, the synchronization 
methods and the display resolution output to the projector. 
-   Some signal may need an adapter to input this projector.
-   Some computers have multiple screen display modes that may include some 
signals which are not supported by this projector.
-    Although the projector can display...

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Connecting with your devices (continued)
Setting up
•  If you insert a USB storage device, such as a USB memory, into the USB TYPE 
A port and select the port as the input source, you can view images stored in the 
device (
77).
•    You can connect a dynamic microphone to the  MIC port with a 3.5 mm mini-plug. 
In that case, the built-in speaker outputs the sound from the microphone, even 
while the sound from the projector is output. You can input line level signal to the 
MIC port from equipment...

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Connecting with your devices (continued)
To use network functions of the projector, connect the LAN port with the 
computer's LAN port, or with an access point that is connected to the computer 
with wireless LAN, using a LAN cable. To use NETWORK BRIDGE function, 
also connect the  CONTROL port and an RS-232C port of the external device to 
communicate as a network terminal. See the  User's Manual - Network Guide for 
details of the network functions.
Setting up
►Before connecting the...

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Setting up
Connecting to a power supply
1.Put the connector of the power cord into the 
AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector.
2.Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the 
outlet. In a couple of seconds after the 
power supply connection, the POWER 
indicator will light up in steady orange.
►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as 
incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock.
• Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged,...

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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. Combine parts as shown in figure,  
and assemble the cable cover. 
3 . Insert the three knobs on the cable cover into the three holes on the projector 
as shown in the figure. Pass the cables through the holes on the bottom of 
the cable cover. 
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knobs
Setting up
► Be careful not to pinch the cables in the cable...

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Remote control
Remote control
About the remote control signal
The remote control works with the projector’s remote 
sensor. This projector has a remote sensor on the front.
The sensor senses the signal within the following range 
when the sensor is active: 60 degrees (30 degrees to the left and right of the sensor) 
within 3 meters about.
Installing the batteries
Please insert the batteries into the remote control before using it. If the remote control 
starts to malfunction, try to replace the...

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Remote control
Changing the frequency of  remote control signal
The accessory remote control has the two choices on signal 
frequency Mode 1:NORMAL and Mode 2:HIGH. If the remote control 
does not function properly, attempt to change the signal frequency.
In order to set the Mode, please keep pressing the combination of 
two buttons listed below simultaneously for about 3 seconds.
Using as a simple PC mouse & keyboard
The accessory remote control works as a simple mouse 
and keyboard of the computer,...

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Power on/off
1.Make sure that the power cord is firmly 
and correctly connected to the projector 
and the outlet.
Turning on the power
2.Make sure that the POWER indicator is 
steady orange (
98).
3.Confirm that there is nothing that the lens 
door hits while opening. Press STANDBY/
ON button on the projector or the 
remote control. The lens door opens, the 
projection lamp lights up, and the POWER  
indicator begins to blink green. When the 
power is completely on, the indicator will 
stop blinking...

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Power on/off
►Be careful not to pinch your finger with the lens door, to 
prevent an injury.
►Do not touch around the lamp cover and the exhaust vents during use or just 
after use, since it is too hot.
►Remove the power cord for complete separation. The power outlet should be 
close to the projector and easily accessible. WARNING
1.Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. 
 
The message “Power off?” will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds.
Turning off  the power...

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Operating
Operating
1.
Adjusting the volume
Use the VOLUME +/VOLUME - buttons to adjust the volume. 
A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the 
volume. If you do not do anything, the dialog will automatically 
disappear after a few seconds.
●   When 
 is selected for current picture input port, the volume adjustment is 
disabled. Please see AUDIO SOURCE item of AUDIO menu (
45).
●   Even if the projector is in the standby mode, the volume is adjustable when 
both of the following...