HP Mp3220 Digital Projector Users Guide

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3. With the projector lens aiming away from the screen, insert the mounting plate 
onto the bracket so the tabs engage, then pivot the projector so it aims forward. 
Tighten the rear thumbscrew fully, then tighten the two other thumbscrews.
4. Adjust the on-screen menu to match your settings. Open the on-screen menu and 
select Setup > Projector position. Then select Front Ceiling from the 
drop-down list. 

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If you do not use an HP ceiling mount, mount the projector according to the following 
dimensions:
■X = 82 mm (3.23 in.)
■Y = 55 mm (2.17 in.)
■Z = 110 mm (4.33 in.)
■Thread size = M3
To install for rear projection
1. Place the projector 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) behind a translucent screen that is 
designed for rear projection.
See “To set up on a table” on page 17 or “To install on the ceiling” on page 50 for 
more instructions.
2. Open the on-screen menu and select...

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To mount the projector on a tripod
The projector includes standard tripod mount on the bottom of the projector. This 
allows the projector to be mounted on tripods readily available at camera and other 
electronic stores.
ÄCAUTION: 
■The tripod should be capable of supporting a weight of at least 5 lb. Refer to the 
owner’s manual that came with your tripod for more information.
■Do not overtighten the tripod mount screw. Doing so could strip the screw and 
cause the...

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Fixing Problems
This chapter describes potential problems and offers suggestions to help correct them.
■“Troubleshooting Suggestions” on page 55
■“Testing the Projector” on page 63
Troubleshooting Suggestions
To use this section, find the problem statement that is closest to your problem, then try 
each bulleted item one at a time until your problem is fixed. If the suggestions do not 
solve your problem, contact HP. See the Support Guide included with the projector.
■“Start-up problems”...

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Start-up problems
If no lights or sounds turn on:
❏Be sure that the power cable is securely connected to the 
projector and the other end is plugged into an outlet with power.
❏Press the power button again.
If nothing is projected but the projector seems to start up:
❏Be sure the lens cover is open.
❏If the lamp indicator is on or blinking, unplug the projector after 
it cools down. Remove and reinstall the lamp module. If this does 
not fix the problem, install a new...

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Picture problems
If the image is not displayed on the screen, but the HP startup screen 
is displayed: 
❏Press the source button on the projector or remote control.
❏Turn off or disable the notebook or desktop computer screen 
saver function.
❏For a computer connection, ensure your notebook computer’s 
external video port is turned on. See the video port card shipped 
with the projector. On some notebooks, for example, press the 
Fn + F4 function keys to turn on the...

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If the image is out of focus: 
❏Be sure the lens cover is open.
❏While displaying the on-screen menu, adjust the focus ring. (The 
image size should not change; if it does, you are adjusting the 
zoom not the focus.)
❏Ensure the projection screen is 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) from the 
projector.
❏For a computer connection, set the display resolution on the 
computer to 1024 x 768 pixels. If the computer has multiple 
monitors, adjust the resolution of the monitor assigned to...

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If a scrolling or cut-off image is displayed: 
❏Press the auto sync button on the projector or remote control.
❏For a computer connection, turn everything off, then power on 
the projector first and power on the notebook or desktop 
computer second.
❏For a computer connection, if the above steps do not correct the 
display image, adjust the resolution of the notebook or desktop 
computer to 1024 x 768 pixels. If the computer has multiple 
monitors, adjust the resolution of...

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If the projected colors seem slightly wrong:
❏If the video button on the projector is not lit, try pressing the 
video button on the projector or the picture mode button on the 
remote control.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Color 
settings. Adjust the color settings as needed.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Color 
Settings > Color space. Change the selection.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Help > Diagnostics. 
Run color...