Hitachi Projector CP-A221N User Manual

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Presentation tools
About 
The version information of the “LiveViewer Lite for USB”. Display LiveViewer Lite for USB
If you want to display LiveViewer application window to the screen, please check 
the box.
• The annotation layer may not display on the projector image when 
this option is OFF. NOTE
USB Display (continued) 
						

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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, make contact with your dealer and tell the lamp type number .
Replacing the lamp
Type number : DT01251
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 and lift 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 handle. Never 
loosen any other screws.
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.While putting the interlocking parts of the lamp cover 
and the projector together, slide the lamp cover back in 
place. Then 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.
In case of replacement by yourself, follow the following procedure. Replacing the lamp
(4)  
Point at the LAMP TIME using the ▼/▲ button, then press the ► button. A dialog will appear.
(5)  Press the ► button to select “OK” 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
►Do not touch any inner space of the projector, while the lamp 
is taken out. CAUTION
(1) Press the MENU button to display a menu. 
(2) 
 Point at the 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.
lamp cover
Handle 
						

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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, if the bulb bursts, it is possible 
for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and for gas containing mercury and 
dust containing fine particles of glass 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, consult 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  inhale  the  gas  or  fine  particles  that  come  out 
from the projector's vent holes, and not to get them into 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  mounted  on  a  wall 
or  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.  Use  of  a  lamp  that  does  not 
meet  the  lamp  specifications  for  this  model  could  cause  a  fire,  damage  or 
shorten the life of this product.
•  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, consult 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.
Disconnect 
the plug 
from the  power outlet 
						

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Maintenance
The air filter unit of this projector consists of a filter cover, two kinds of filters, and 
a filter frame. The new double large filters system is expected to function longer. 
However, please check and clean it periodically to keep ventilation needed for 
normal operation of the projector.
When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with 
it as soon as possible. Replace the filters when they are damaged or too soiled. 
To prepare new filters, make contact with your dealer and tell the following type 
number.
Cleaning and replacing the air filter
Type number : UX37191  (Filter set)
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.Slide the filter unit upward to take it off from the 
projector.
4.Use a vacuum cleaner for the filter vent of the 
projector.
5.Take the fine meshed filter out while holding the 
filter cover. It is recommended to leave the coarse 
meshed filter in the filter cover as it is.
7.Put the fine meshed filter on the coarse meshed one, 
turning its stitched side up.
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
.
(continued on next page)
6.Use a vacuum cleaner on both sides of the fine 
meshed filter while holding it so it will not be sucked 
in. Use a vacuum cleaner for the inside of the filter 
cover to clean up the coarse meshed filter. If the 
filters are damaged or heavily soiled, replace them 
with new ones.
Stitched  
side
 Filter cover
Filter unitIntake vent
 Filter cover
Filter
 (coarse meshed)
Filter (fine meshed)
7.
3. 
						

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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 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 heavily 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 “OK” on the dialog. It performs resetting the 
filter time. 
						

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Maintenance
WARNING  ►Be careful of handling a battery, as a battery can cause 
explosion, cracking or leakage, which could result in a fire, an injury , and 
environment pollution.
• Use only the specified and perfect battery. Do not use a battery with damage, 
such as a scratch, a dent, rust or leakage.
• When replacing the battery, replace it with a new battery.
• 
When a battery leaked, wipe the leakage out well with a waste cloth. If the 
leakage adhered to your body, immediately rinse it well with water. When a battery 
leaked in the battery holder, replace the batteries after wiping the leakage out.
• Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery.
• Do not work on a battery; for example recharging or soldering.
• 
Keep a battery in a dark, cool and dry place. Never expose a battery to a fire or water.
• Keep a battery away from children and pets. Be careful for them not to swallow 
a battery. If swallowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.
• Obey the local laws on disposing a battery.
Replacing the internal clock batter y 
This projector has internal clock that uses a battery. When the clock of the network 
function does not work correctly, please try solution by replacement of the battery:
HITACHI MAXELL or HITACHI MAXELL ENERGY , part number CR2032 or CR2032H.
NOTE  • The internal clock will be initialized by removing the battery. For 
setting the clock, see the User's Manual - Network Guide .
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, slowly turn over the 
projector, so that the bottom is facing.
3.   Turn the battery cover fully in the direction 
indicated “OPEN” using a coin or the like, 
and pick the cover up to remove it.
4.   Pry up the battery using a flathead 
screwdriver or the like to take it out. While 
prying it up, put a finger lightly on the 
battery since it may pop out of the holder.
5.  Replace the battery with a new HITACHI 
MAXELL or HITACHI MAXELL ENERGY
, 
Part No. 
CR2032 or CR2032H. Slide the 
battery in under the plastic claw, and push it 
into the holder until it clicks.
6.   Replace the battery cover in place, then 
turn it in the direction indicated “CLOSE” 
using such as coins, to fix.OPEN
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OPEN
CLOSE
OPEN
CLOSE
OPEN
CLOSE
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Battery cover 
						

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Caring for the mirror and lens
If the projection mirror or lens is flawed, soiled or fogged, it could cause deterioration 
of display quality. Please take care of the mirror and lens, being cautious of handling. 
1.Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord 
from the power outlet. And cool the projector down 
by leaving it for a while as it is.
2.The lens door can be opened manually.
Please hold both side of the lens door and slowly 
open it until it is locked with clicking sound.
3.Use an air blower to blow away dust on the lens 
and on the mirror before wiping. Wipe softly the 
mirror and lens with a damped soft cleaning cloth 
for lens on the market, being careful not to give any 
damage on the mirror and lens. 
4.To close the lens door properly, please take the 
following procedure.
(1) Insert the power cord with the lens door opened.
(2)   The power indicator will light in orange, and the 
lens door closes automatically. Do not touch the 
lens door when the door is closing. Do not allow 
anything to obstruct the lens door.
• When the lens door is closed manually, it may not shut properly.
• The lens door may not close when the LENS DOOR LOCK function of the 
SERVICE item in the OPTION menu is set to ON.  Refer to the LENS DOOR 
LOCK function of the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu  (
60)
.
NOTE
►Before caring for the projection mirror and lens, turn the 
projector off and unplug the power cord, then cool the projector sufficiently.
►Do not use a vacuum cleaner to clean the projection mirror or lens, since it 
might give some damage.
►Do not use cleaners or chemicals other than those specified in this manual. 
Pay special attention to the mirror and lens as these materials could cause 
serious damage to either. WARNING
►Be careful not to pinch your finger with the lens door, to prevent 
an injury.CAUTION
Cleaning cloth Blower
Maintenance 
						

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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.
►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.
NOTICE ►Do not directly touch the lens surface with hands. CAUTION
Inside of the projector
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. Caring for the cabinet and remote control 
						

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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 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.
Message Description
There is no input signal. 
Please confirm the signal input connection, and the status 
of the signal source.
The USB TYPE B port is selected as the picture input 
source even if MOUSE is selected for USB TYPE B  ( 55)
.
Select USB DISPLAY in the dialog to project the picture 
input to the USB TYPE B port. In this case, you cannot use 
the simple mouse and keyboard function. Otherwise select 
other port for picture input.
Projector is waiting for an image file.
Check the hardware connection, settings on the projector 
and network-related settings.
The computer-Projector network connection might be 
disconnected. Please re-connect using “Connect button” of 
the “LiveViewer”. (
 Using the “LiveViewer” in the User's 
Manual - Network Guide )
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.
An improper signal is input. 
Please confirm the specs for your projector or the signal 
source specs.
Troubleshooting
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MessageDescription
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?
 •   Is the projector used at an altitude of about 1600 m or 
higher? 
If the projector is used at an altitude of about 1600 m 
or higher, set FAN SPEED of the SERVICE item in the OPTION 
menu to HIGH
 ( 59). 
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 “Cleaning and replacing the 
air filter” section of this manual. After you have cleaned or 
changed the air filter, please be sure to reset the filter timer 
(
 56, 95).
The button operation is not available.
Troubleshooting
Related messages (continued)