Hitachi Cp-X308 Projector Users Manual

							
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MIU menu
MIU menu (continued)
ItemDescription
e-SHOT 
Selecting this item displays the e-SHOT menu. Insert the SD memory card or USB memory into the projector before you use the e-SHOT function. (61) The application software “PJTransfer” is required to store image(s) into the projector.
Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select an item which is a still image by the e-SHOT ( e-SHOT (Still Image Transfer) Display of the User’s Manual - Network Guide) and the ► or ENTER button to display the image.
• The item without image stored cannot be selected.• The image names are each displayed in 16 characters or less.
To switch the image displayed 
Use the ▲/▼ buttons.
To return to the menu
Press the ◄ or ESC button on the remote control.
To erase the image displayed and its source file in the SD memory card or USB memory
(1)  Press the RESET button on the 
remote control while displaying an image to display the e-SHOT - RESET menu. 
(2)   Press the ENTER button on the remote control or the INPUT 
button on the projector to perform to erase. To stop erasing, press the ESC button on the remote control or the ◄ button on the projector.
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MIU menu
MIU menu (continued)
ItemDescription
INFORMATION
Selecting this item displays the MIU-INFORMATION- dialog for confirming the network settings.
• The PROJECTOR NAME is displayed.• Nothing (blank) is shown in the “PROJECTOR NAME” and “SSID” field until you setup those items. (58, 59, 60)• When the voltage level of the battery for the built in clock decreases, the set time may become incorrect even though accurate date and time are input. Replace the battery suitably.  (68)• MAC wireless will not be displayed when the NETWORK MODE is set to the WIRED even if the wireless network card is mounted.• IP ADDRESS, SUBNET MASK and DEFAULT GATEWAY indicate “0.0.0.0” in the following condition.(1) The NETWORK MODE is set to the WIRELESS and the wireless network card is not mounted.(2) DHCP is ON and the projector does not get address from DHCP server.• Nothing (blank) is shown in the “CH”, “SPEED” and “MAC WIRELESS” field in case of either no wireless network card is inserted or “WIRED” mode is selected at NETWORK MODE, or both. • The actual performance and setting will be shown in the “CH ” and “SPEED” field, instead of the setting value in the SETUP menu.
SERVICE
MIU RESTARTUse the ▲ button to restart the network communication. The network communication will be cut off once and restarted.
EXECUTE  CANCEL
• After selecting the EXECUTE, the MIU menu may not be controlled approximately 20 seconds.• If DHCP is ON, IP address may be changed. 
						

							
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C .C  . (Closed Caption) menu
The closed caption setting can be changed through C.C. 
menu in the advance menu. Please select the item that you 
will change using ▲/▼ cursor buttons.
• The C.C. (Closed Caption) is the function that displays a 
transcript or dialog of the audio portion of a video, files or 
other presentation or other relevant sounds. It is required to 
have NTSC format video source supporting C.C. feature to 
utilize this function.
C.C. (Closed Caption) menu
ItemDescription
DISPLAY
Select Closed Caption DISPLAY setting from following options using ▲/▼buttons. 
TURN OFF ó TURN ON ó AUTO         
TURN OFF:  Closed Caption is OFF
TURN ON:  Closed Caption is ON
AUTO:       Closed Caption automatically displays when the 
volume is muted.• The caption is not displayed when the OSD menu is active.• The Closed Caption is the function to display the dialogue, narration, and / or sound effects of a television program or other video sources. The Closed Caption availability is depending upon broadcaster and/or content.• The caption is only available if the video source is NTSC format and the video format selection is AUTO or NTSC on the INPUT menu.• It may not work properly, depending on equipment or signal source. In this case, please turn off the Closed Caption.
MODE
Select Closed Caption MODE setting from following options using ▲/▼buttons. 
CAPTIONS ó TEXT
CAPTIONS:  Display Closed Caption
TEXT:   Display Text data, which is for additional information 
such as news reports or a TV program guide. The information covers the entire screen. Not all of the C.C. program has Text information.
CHANNEL
Select Closed Caption CHANNEL from following options using 
▲/▼buttons. 
1 ó 2 ó 3 ó 4
1: Channel 1, primary channel / language2: Channel 23: Channel 34: Channel 4The channel data may vary, depending on the content. Some channel might be used for secondary language or empty. 
						

							
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Maintenance 
Maintenance
A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause 
the pictures darker or the color tone poor. Note that each lamp has a different 
lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. 
Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. To prepare 
a new lamp, contact to your dealer and tell the lamp type number.
Replacing the lamp
Type number : DT00841
1.Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. 
Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes.
2.Prepare a new lamp. If the projector is mounted on 
a ceiling, or if the lamp has broken, also ask the 
dealer to replace the lamp.
3.Loosen the screw (marked by arrow) of the lamp cover 
and then slide the lamp cover to the side to remove it.
4.Loosen the 2 screws (marked by arrow) of the 
lamp, and slowly pick up the lamp by the handles.
5.Insert the new lamp, and retighten firmly the 
2 screws of the lamp that are loosened in the 
previous process to lock it in place.
6.Slide the lamp cover back in place and firmly 
fasten the screw of the lamp cover.
7.Turn the projector on and reset the lamp time using 
the LAMP TIME item in the OPTION menu.
(1) Press the MENU button to display a menu. 
(2)  
Point at the Go to Advanced Menu … in the menu 
using the ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button.
(3)  
Point at the OPTION in the left column of the menu 
using the ▼/▲button, then press the ► button.
In case of replacement by yourself, follow the following procedure.
Replacing the lamp
Handles
(4)  Point at the LAMP TIME using the ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button. A dialog will appear.
(5)  Press the ▲ button to select RESET on the dialog. It performs resetting the lamp time.
•  Please reset the lamp time only when you have replaced the lamp, 
for a suitable indication about the lamp.
NOTE
lamp cover
►Do not touch any inner space of the projector, while the lamp 
is taken out.
CAUTION 
						

							
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Maintenance
Lamp warning
Replacing the lamp (continued)
 HIGH VOLTAGE  HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE
►The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The 
lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled 
while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and 
some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. In addition, when 
the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and 
for gas containing mercury to escape from the projector’s vent holes.
►About disposal of a lamp: This product contains a mercury lamp; do not put 
it in a trash. Dispose of it in accordance with environmental laws.
• For lamp recycling, go to www.lamprecycle.org (in the US).
• For product disposal, contact your local government agency  
or www.eiae.org (in the US) or www.epsc.ca (in Canada).
For more information, call your dealer.
WARNING
•  If  the  lamp  should  break  (it  will  make  a  loud  bang  when  it  does), unplug  the  power  cord  from  the  outlet,  and  make  sure  to  request  a replacement  lamp  from  your  local  dealer.  Note  that  shards  of  glass could damage the projector’s internals, or cause injury during handling, so please do not try to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself.•  If  the  lamp  should  break  (it  will  make  a  loud  bang  when  it  does), ventilate  the  room  well,  and  make  sure  not  to  breathe  the  gas  that comes out of the projector vents, or get it in your eyes or mouth.• Before replacing the lamp, turn the projector off and unplug the power cord,  then  wait  at  least  45  minutes  for  the  lamp  to  cool  sufficiently. Handling the lamp while hot can cause burns, as well as damaging the lamp.
• Never unscrew except the appointed (marked by an arrow) screws.•  Do  not  open  the  lamp  cover  while  the  projector  is  suspended  from a  ceiling.  This  is  dangerous,  since  if  the  lamp’s  bulb  has  broken,  the shards  will  fall  out  when  the  cover  is  opened.  In  addition,  working  in high  places  is  dangerous,  so  ask  your  local  dealer  to  have  the  lamp replaced even if the bulb is not broken.•  Do  not  use  the  projector  with  the  lamp  cover  removed. At  the  lamp replacing,  make  sure  that  the  screws  are  screwed  in  firmly.  Loose screws could result in damage or injury.
• Use only the lamp of the specified type.•  If  the  lamp  breaks  soon  after  the  first  time  it  is  used,  it  is  possible that  there  are  electrical  problems  elsewhere  besides  the  lamp.  If  this happens, contact to your local dealer or a service representative.• Handle with care: jolting or scratching could cause the lamp bulb to burst during use.• Using the lamp for long periods of time, could cause it dark, not to light up or to burst. When the pictures appear dark, or when the color tone is poor, please replace the lamp as soon as possible. Do not use old (used) lamps; this is a cause of breakage. 
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Maintenance
Please check and clean the air filter periodically. When the indicators or a 
message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with it as soon as possible. 
Replace the air filter when it is damaged or too soiled. To prepare a new air filter, 
contact to your dealer and tell the air filter type number.
Cleaning and replacing the air filter
Type number : MU04951
1.Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. 
Allow the projector to sufficiently cool down.
2.Use a vacuum cleaner on and around the filter cover.
3.Pull the filter cover knobs while lifting it. The filter unit 
which consists of the filter’ cover, air filter and filter 
frame will come off.
4.Use a vacuum cleaner for the filter vent of the 
projector and the filter frame side of the filter unit. 
If the air filter is damaged or too soiled, replace it 
according to the following procedure number 5 to 7. 
Otherwise, please jump to the procedure number 8.
5.Pull the filter frame’s knob up while holding the filter 
cover. The filter frame will come off and the air filter 
will appear.
6.Replace the air filter with new one.
7.Put the filter frame back.
8.Put the filter unit back into the projector.
When you replace the lamp, please replace the air filter. An air filter of specified 
type will come together with a replacement lamp for this projector.
Filter cover
Filter cover knobs
Filter unit
 Filter cover
Filter frame          Air filter
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Maintenance
Cleaning and replacing the air filter (continued)
9.Turn the projector on and reset the filter time using the FILTER TIME item in 
the EASY MENU.
►Before taking care of the air filter, make sure the power switch 
is off and the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool 
sufficiently. Taking care of the air filter in a high temperature state of the projector 
could cause an electric shock, a burn or malfunction to the projector.
►Use only the air filter of the specified type. Do not use the projector without the 
air filter or the filter cover. It could result in a fire or malfunction to the projector.
►Clean the air filter periodically. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the 
like, internal temperatures rise and could cause a fire, a burn or malfunction to 
the projector.
WARNING
• Please replace the air filter when it is damaged or too soiled.
• When you replace the projection lamp, please replace the air filter. An air filter 
of specified type will come together with a replacement lamp for this projector .
• Please reset the filter time only when you have cleaned or replaced the air 
filter, for a suitable indication about the air filter.
• The projector may display the message such as “CHECK THE AIR FLOW” or 
turn off the projector, to prevent the internal heat level rising.
NOTE
(1) Press the MENU button to display a menu. 
(2)  Point at the FILTER TIME using the ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button. 
A dialog will appear.
(3)   Press the ▲ button to select RESET on the dialog. It performs resetting 
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Maintenance
Consumption of the battery makes the internal clock not to work correctly. When the internal clock 
is wrong or it has stopped, please replace the battery according to the following procedures.
Replacing the internal clock batter y
1.Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently.
2.After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, pull the SD card slot cover forward, pushing slightly its edge up, and remove it from the projector.
3.Remove the battery case. Hold the battery case gutter by finger nail or other thing and pull out the battery case slowly from the battery slot. While the projector is installed upside down, such as a ceiling mount, please remember the battery will drop down as soon as pulling the battery case out.
4.Take the old battery out from the battery case.
5.Replace a new battery. Replace battery with HITACHI MAXELL, Part No.CR2032 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Put a new battery into battery case. Please make sure that the + is facing upward. Insert the battery case slowly into the battery slot until you hear the snap.
6.Close the slot cover. Replace the SD card slot cover by reversing the procedure used when removing the cover.
• The internal clock’s time will be reset when the battery is removed. Please reconfigure the time via the menu or a web browser after replacing the battery .( Date/Time Settings in the User's Manual (detailed) - Network Guide)
NOTE
►Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. And also improper use may result in cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment.• Be sure to use only the batteries specified. • Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery .• Keep a battery away from children and pets. If swallowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.• Do not short circuit or solder a battery.• Do not allow a battery in a fire or water. Keep batteries in a dark, cool and dry place. • If you observe battery leakage, wipe out the leakage and then replace a battery.  If the leakage adheres to your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately.• Obey the local laws on disposing the battery.
WARNING
Battery Slot
Battery
Battery Case
Battery Case
Battery (+)
Battery (-)
SD card slot cover
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Maintenance
Other care
In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and 
inspected by your dealer about once every year.
1.Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool 
sufficiently.
2.After making sure that the projector is cool adequately, lightly wipe the lens 
with a commercially available lens-cleaning wipe. Do not touch the lens 
directly with your hand.
If the lens is flawed, soiled or fogged, it could cause deterioration of display 
quality. Please take care of the lens, being cautious of handling.
►Before caring, make sure the power cord is not plugged in, 
and then allow the projector to cool sufficiently. The care in a high temperature 
state of the projector could cause a burn and/or malfunction to the projector.
►Never try to care for the inside of the projector personally. Doing is so 
dangerous. 
►Avoid wetting the projector or inserting liquids in the projector. It could result in 
a fire, an electric shock, and/or malfunction to the projector. 
• Do not put anything containing water, cleaners or chemicals near the projector. 
• Do not use aerosols or sprays.
WARNING
►Please take right care of the projector according to the 
following. Incorrect care could cause not only an injury but adverse influence 
such as discoloration, peeling paint, etc. 
►Do not use cleaners or chemicals other than those specified in this manual. 
►Do not polish or wipe with hard objects.
CAUTION
Inside of the projector
Caring for the lens
1.Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool 
sufficiently.
2.After making sure that the projector is cool adequately, lightly wipe with gauze 
or a soft cloth. 
If the projector is extremely dirty, dip soft cloth in water or a neutral cleaner 
diluted in water, and wipe lightly after wringing well. Then, wipe lightly with a 
soft, dry cloth.
Incorrect care could have adverse influence such as discoloration, peeling paint, 
etc.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If an abnormal operation should occur, stop using the projector immediately.
Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector, the following checks and 
measures are recommended before requesting repair. 
If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service 
company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied.
►Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as 
smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, 
penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In such cases, 
immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from 
the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact 
to your dealer or service company.
WARNING
Related messages
When some message appears, check and cope with it according to the following 
table. Although these messages will be automatically disappeared around several 
minutes, it will be reappeared every time the power is turned on.
MessageDescription
NO INPUT IS DETECTED
There is no input signal. 
Please confirm the signal input connection, and the status 
of the signal source.
SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE                    fH  kHz  fV  Hz
The horizontal or vertical frequency of the input signal 
is not within the specified range.
Please confirm the specs for your projector or the signal 
source specs.
CHECK THE AIR FLOW
The internal temperature is rising. 
Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool 
down at least 20 minutes. After having confirmed the 
following items, please turn the power ON again. 
 • Is there blockage of the air passage aperture? 
 • Is the air filter dirty? 
 • Does the peripheral temperature exceed 35°C?
If the same indication is displayed after the remedy, please set 
FAN SPEED of the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu to HIGH.
REMINDER
*** HRS PASSED AFTER THE 
LAST FILTER CHECK. 
FILTER MAINTENANCE IS ESSENTIAL
 TO REMOVE WARNING MESSAGE,
RESET FILTER TIMER.
SEE MANUAL FURTHER INFO.
A note of precaution when cleaning the air filter. 
Please immediately turn the power off, and clean or change 
the air filter referring to the “Air filter” section of this manual. 
After you have cleaned or changed the air filter, please be 
sure to reset the filter timer (66).