Hitachi Cp-S310w Users Manual

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Liquid Crystal Projector
USERS MANUAL
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Thank you for purchasing this liquid crystal projector.
Please read the accompanying manual “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this “USERS
MANUAL” thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding. After reading,
store this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference.
CONTENTS
FEATURES ....................................P.2
BEFORE USE ................................P.2
Contents of Package ...........................P.2
Part Names .........................................P.3
Loading the Battery .............................P.5
Fixing the Handle ................................P.5
INSTALLATION .............................P.6
Installation of the projector and Screen.....P.6
Angle Adjustment ................................P.6
Cabling ................................................P.7
Power Connection ...............................P.8
Example of System Setup ...................P.8
Plug & Play..........................................P.8
OPERATIONS................................P.9
Switching the Power Supply ON/OFF....P.9
Basic Operation.................................P.10
Setup Menu .......................................P.12
Input Menu ........................................P.13
Image Menu ......................................P.14
Options Menu ....................................P.15
No Signal Menu.................................P.16
MAINTENANCE ...........................P.17
Lamp .................................................P.17
Air Filter Maintenance .......................P.19
Other Maintenance............................P.19
TROUBLESHOOTING .................P.20
OSD Message ...................................P.20
Indicators Message ...........................P.21
Symptom ...........................................P.22
SPECIFICATIONS .......................P.23
WARRANTY AND AFTER-SERVICE...P.24
Tables:
Table 1. Installation Reference .............P.6
Table 2. Basic Operations ...................P.10
Table 3. Setup Menu ...........................P.12
Table 4. Input Menu ............................P.13
Table 5. Image Menu ..........................P.14
Table 6. Options Menu ........................P.15
Table 7. No Signal Menu.....................P.16
Table 8. OSD Message .......................P.20
Table 9. Indicator Message .................P.21
Table 10. Symptom .............................P.22
Table 11. Specifications ......................P.23
For TECHNICAL and REGULATORY
NOTICE, see the end of this manual.
NOTE: • The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
• The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual 
• The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or contents is not permitted without
express written authority.
TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT:• PS/2, VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Apple, Mac and ADB are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• VESA and SVGA are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
• Carefully observe the trademarks and registered trademarks of all companies, even when not
mentioned. 
						

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FEATURES
This liquid crystal projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC / PAL /
SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space is required for installation and large images can
easily be realized.
• Outstanding brightness
The UHB lamp and high-efficiency optical system assure a high level of brightness.
• Partial magnification function
Interesting parts of images can be magnified for closer viewing. 
• Distortion correction function
Distortion-free images are quickly available.
BEFORE USE
Contents of package
Make sure all of the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, please
contact your dealer.
NOTE: Keep the original packing material for future reshipment.
Projector
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Liquid Crystal Projector0000000000000USERS MANUALPlease read this users manual thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding.BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNGBitte lessen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung zugunsten der korrekten Bedienung
aufmerksam.MANUEL DUTILISATIONNous vous recommandons de lire attentivement ce menuel pour bien assimiler le
fonctionnement de lappareil.MANUAL DISTRUZIONIVi preghiamo voler leggere attentamente il manuale dsitruzioni in modo tale da poter
comprendere quanto riportato ai fini di un corretto utilizzo del proiettore.MANUAL DE USUARIOLea cuidadosamente este manual del usuario para poder utilizar corretamente el
producto.GEBRUIKSAANWIJZNGLees voor het qebruik alstublieft deze handleiding aandachtig door, om volledig profijt te
hebben  van de uitgebreide mogelijkheden.BRUKERHÅNDBOKVennligst les denne bruksanvisningen grundig for å være garantert driftssikker bruk.INSTRUÇÕES DO PROPRIETÁRIOPara assegurar o uso correto do equipamento, por favor leia atentamente este
manual do usuário.TECHNICAL 
REGULATORY NOTICES
User’s Manual
(this manual)
Safety InstructionsPower Cord 
US Type 
Power Cord
UK Type Power Cord
Europe Type
RGB Cable Video/Audio Cable Mouse cable
(PS/2)
Handle
Carrying BagVIDEOSTANDBY/ON
POSITION
FREEZE MAGNIFY
VOLUME
AUTO
OFFTIMER BLANK
MENU
SELECT
RGB
MUTE
MENURESET
Remote Controller
containing Battery 
						

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Part Names
Control Panel (Refer to P.9 OPERATIONS)
Power Switch
AC Inlet
(to the Power Cord)
Ventilation Openings
(Intake)Zoom Knob
Focus Ring
Remote Control Sensor
Lens
Slide Lens Door
Foot Adjuster 
FRONT/LEFT VIEW OF
THE PROJECTOR
Speaker
Handle Hook
STANDBY/ON Button
MUTE Button
Foot Adjuster Button
Air Filter and Intake
(for the Cooling Fan)
Rear Foot AdjusterINPUT Button
LAMP Indicator
TEMP Indicator
POWER Indicator
RESET Button
MENU Button
Ventilation Openings
(exhaust)
REAR/RIGHT VIEW OF
THE PROJECTORTerminal Panel
(Refer below)
TERMINAL PANEL
S-VIDEO Terminal
VIDEO IN Terminal
AUDIO IN LTerminal
AUDIO IN RTerminal
AUDIO IN 1Terminal
AUDIO IN 2Terminal
AUDIO OUTTerminalRemote Control Sensor
RGB IN 1 Terminal
RGB IN 2 Terminal
CONTROL Terminal
RGB OUT Terminal
USB Terminal
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN
AUDIO
INAUDIO OUT
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2 USBRGB  IN
RGB  OUT CONTROL 
						

							VIDEO Button
RGB Button
MENU SELECT Button
POSITION Button
RESET Button
VOLUME Button
VOLUME Button
FREEZE Button
MUTE Button
BLANK Button
STANDBY/ON Button
Button
MENU Button
MAGNIFY Button
MAGNIFY Button
MAGNIFY Button
AUTO Button
TIMER Button
Battery Holder
OFF
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REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
(Refer to P.9 OPERATIONS)
NOTE:To prevent any malfunction;
• Do not give the remote control transmitter any physical impact. Take care not to drop. 
• Do not place the heavy objects on the remote control transmitter.
• Do not wet the remote control transmitter or place it on any wet object. 
• Do not place the remote control transmitter close to the cooling fan of the projector.
• Do not disassemble the remote control transmitter in case of malfunction. Please bring it to the
service station.
Used to operate the
mouse shift function .
Used to click the left
mouse button.
Used to click the right
mouse button.
: These functions works when the mouse control function is activated. Remember, the
POSITION, BLANK ON and MENU ON functions disable the mouse control function.
VIDEOSTANDBY/ON
POSITION
FREEZE MAGNIFY
VOLUME
AUTO
OFF
TIMER BLANK
MENU
SELECT
RGB
MUTE
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Fixing the Handle
Fix the enclosed handle if you need.
1. Raise up the handle hook, and pass one end of the
handle through the hole of handle hook.
2. Buckle the end of the handle, as the right drawing.
3. Fix the other end of the handle to the other handle
hook in the same way.
CAUTION
Make sure the handle is fixed before carrying the projector with the handle. If the
projector should be dropped from the handle should be off, it could result in an injury, and
continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. Do not flourish the projector with the
handle.
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Loading the Battery
First Loading:
In original packing, the battery is installed in the battery
holder of the remote controller with protection film(the
transparent filmsome of which is inside the battery
folder). Pull out the protection film  to load the battery.
Replacing:
1. See the reverse side of the remote controller.
2. Pinch the groove and pull out battery holder as the
drawing right.
3. Remove the worn battery.
4. Install the new battery with “+” side facing.
5. Push in and click the battery holder.
Pull out“+” side
Battery Holder
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Be careful in handling the battery according to instructions of the accompanying manual
“SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this manual.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Use the 3V micro lithium battery type no. CR2025 only.
When you dispose the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country.
Keep the battery away from children and pets. 
						

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INSTALLATION
Installation of the Projector and Screen
CAUTION
• Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instructions of the
accompanying manual “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and this manual.
• Please basically use liquid crystal projector at the horizontal position. 
If you use liquid
crystal projector by the lens up position, the lens down position and the side up position, this
may cause the heat inside to build up and become the cause of damage.
Be especially
careful not to install it with ventilation holes blocked.
Refer to the drawing and table below for determining of the screen size and projection distance.
TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEW
a: Distance from the LCD projector to the screen.
The projection distances shown in the table below
are for full size (800 x 600 dots).
Table 1. Installation Reference
Screen size
(inches)a (inches)
Min.Max.
406578
6098117
80131157
100163196
120196236
150246295
200328394
a
Angle Adjustment
Use the foot adjuster on the bottom of the projector to adjust the projection angle. It is variable
within 0˚ to 9˚ approximately.
1. Lift up the front side of the projector, and pressing
the foot adjuster button, adjust the projection angle.
2. Release the button to lock at the angle to be fixed.
3. Turn the rear foot adjuster to adjust the left-right slope.
CAUTION
Do not release the foot adjuster button unless the projector is being held; otherwise, the
projector could overturn or the fingers could get caught and cause personal injury.
Foot AdjusterPress the foot adjuster buttonRear Foot Adjuster 
						

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Cabling
RGB signal input:
Connect the RGB IN 1 or 2 terminal of the projector to the RGB signal output of the computer by the enclosed
RGB cable. 
For some modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary. Consult your dealer to connect with the Apple
computer.
Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. Use of some of these modes will not be possible with
this projector.
Audio signal input (from computer) :Connect the AUDIO IN 1 or 2 terminal of the projector to the audio signal output of the computer by the
optional audio cable.
Video signal input:Connect the VIDEO IN terminal of the projector to the video signal output of the video tape recorder by the
enclosed video/audio cable except for S-Video signal.
For S-Video signal, use the S-VIDEO IN terminal of the projector and the optional S-Video cable with Mini DIN
4-pin jack.
Audio signal input (from video tape recorder) :Connect the AUDIO IN R and L terminals of the projector to the audio output of the video tape recorder by the
enclosed video/audio cable with RCA jack.
RGB signal output:Connect the RGB OUT terminal of the projector to the RGB signal input terminal of the monitor by the optional
RGB cable with D-sub 15-pin shrink jack and inch thread screws.
Audio signal output:Connect the AUDIO OUT terminal of the projector to the audio signal input terminal of the speaker by the
optional audio cable with stereo mini jack.
PS/2, ADB , Serial or RS-232C communication:Connect the CONTROL terminal of the projector to the computer by an appropriate cable. 
For PS/2 mouse control (for IBM and compatible) use the enclosed mouse cable. For others, consult your dealer.
USB communication (mouse control only):Connect the USB jack (B type) of the projector to the USB jack (A type) of the computer by optional USB cable.
CAUTION
• Incorrect connecting could result in fire or
electrical shock. Please read this manual and the
separate “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”.
• Before connecting, turn off to all devices to be
connected, except for the USB cable.
• The cables (Power cord, RGB cable and other
cables) may have to be used with the core set to
the projector side. Use the cables which are
included with the projector or specified.
Core
NOTE:
• Before connecting, read the instruction manuals of the devices to be connected, and make sure that
the projector is compatible with the device.
• Secure the screws on the D-sub connectors and tighten. 
• Refer to the TECHNICAL section for the pin assign of connectors and RS-232C communication
data. 
						

							AUDIO IN VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN
AUDIO
INAUDIO OUT
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RGB  OUT CONTROL
Example of system setup
Video tape recorder
with S jack
Video tape recorder
Computer
(desktop type)Computer
(notebook type)
NOTE:
When connecting with notebook computer, set to valid the RGB external image output (setting
CRT display or simultaneous display of LCD and CRT). Please read instruction manual of the
notebook for more information.
Plug & Play
This projector is VESA DDC 1/2B compatible. Plug & play is possible by connecting to a computer
that is VESA DDC (Display Data Channel) compatible.
(Plug & play is a system configured with peripheral equipment including a computer and display,
and an operating system.
NOTE: 
• Use the RGB cable included with this projector when using plug & play. With other cables, pins
(12), (15) are sometimes not connected.
• Plug & play is available only when the RGB cable is connected to the RGB IN 1 terminal.
RGB Cable
RS-232C
Cable
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Power Connection
Use the correct one of the enclosed power cords depending on the power outlet to be used.
Connect the AC inlet of the projector to the power outlet firmly by the power cord.
WARNING
• Be carful in handling the power cord according to
instructions of the accompanying manual SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS and this manual.
• Connect the power cord firmly. Avoid using a loose,
unsound outlet or contact failure.
AC InletPower Cord
Power outlet
Speaker (with built-in amp)
Display monitor 
						

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OPERATIONS
Switching the Power Supply ON/OFF
Switching Power ON
1. Check that the power cord is connected correctly.
2. Set the power switch to [ | ]. The standby mode is selected, and the Power indicator is turned to
orange.
3. Press the STANDBY/ON  button on the control panel or the remote control transmitter.
Warm-up begins and the Power indicator blinks in green.
4. The Power indicator ceases blinking and turns to green when power is on. Open the slide lens
door.
5. Adjust picture size using the projection lens Zoom Knob.
6. Adjust focus using the projection lens Focus Ring.
Switching Power OFF
1. Press the STANDBY/ON  button on the control panel or the remote control transmitter for
approximately two second. The projector lamp is extinguished and lamp cooling begins. The
Power indicator blinks orange during lamp cooling. Pressing the STANDBY/ON  button has
no effect while the Power indicator is blinking.
2. The system assumes the Standby mode when cooling is complete, and the Power indicator ceases
blinking and changes to orange. Check that the indicator is orange and set the Power switch to
[
O].
3. The Power indicator is extinguished when power is off. Do not forget to close the lens door.
WARNING
Please read this manual, and the separate “SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” thoroughly before
using the equipment. Always ensure that the equipment is used safely.
Power SwitchSlide Lens Door
STANDBY/ON Button
POWER Indicator
Zoom Knob
Focus Ring
NOTE:
• Except in emergencies, do not turn off unless the Power indicator is orange as it will reduce the
life of the projector lamp.
• To prevent any troble, turn on/off the projector when the computer or video tape recorder is OFF.
Providing a RS-232C cable is connected, turn on the computer before the projector.
VIDEOSTANDBY/ON
POSITION
FREEZE MAGNIFY
VOLUME
AUTO
OFFTIMER BLANK
MENU
SELECT
RGB
MUTE
MENURESET
STANDBY/
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Basic Operation
The Basic operations shown in Table 2 is performed from the projector control panel or the supplied
remote control transmitter. (items indicated by * may be used from the control panel)
NOTE:Use the remote control transmitter at a distance of approximately 3m from the sensor on the
front of the projector, and within a range of 30°left-right. Strong light and obstacles will
interfere with operation of the remote control transmitter.
Table 2 . Basic Operation
ItemDescription
INPUT
SELECT
Changes in input signal in sequence:Press INPUT  button.*RGB1 →RGB2 →VIDEO →S-VIDEO  (→RGB1) 
Select RGB input: Press RGB button.VIDEO/S-VIDEO →RGB1/RGB2           RGB2 ↔RGB1
Select VIDEO/S-VIDEO input:Press VIDEO button.RGB1/RGB2 →VIDEO/S-VIDEO           S-VIDEO ↔VIDEO
• The selected signal name is displayed for approximately three seconds
when the input signal is changed.
POSITION
Set/Clear position adjustment mode:Press POSITION button.
The [ ] icon is displayed in the POSITION mode.
Image position adjustment:Press the  , , and  buttons in the
position adjustment mode.
• Valid only in the MAGNIFY mode with VIDEO/S-VIDEO input.
• The [ ] icon is extinguished, and the position adjustment mode cleared
automatically, after approximately ten seconds of inactivity.
, , and  buttons may operate as the mouse control button. 
Refer to P.4.
RESET *
Initialise menu items:Select an item and press the RESET  button.
Initialise position adjustment:Press the RESET  button
and the POSITION mode.Valid only when RGB signal is input.
• Valid except for VOLUME, LANGUAGE and H PHASE.
• RESET button may operate as the mouse control button. Refer to P.4.
MAGNIFY
Set MAGNIFY mode: Press the MAGNIFY  button.
Move magnified area:Run Position Adjustment in MAGNIFY mode.
Adjust magnification:Press MAGNIFY  /  in MAGNIFY mode.
Clear MAGNIFY mode:Press MAGNIFY  button.
• MAGNIFY is cleared by running or setting AUTO, ASPECT, INPUT
SELECT or VIDEO, or by changing the input signal.
OFF
FREEZE
Set/Clear FREEZE mode:Press FREEZE button.
The [
II] icon is displayed, and the image frozen, in the FREEZE mode.
• FREEZE is cleared by running or setting POSITION, VOLUME, MUTE,
Auto Adjust, BLANK ON/OFF, or MENU ON/OFF, or by changing the
input signal.
• Do not forget to clear frozen static images.