Marantz Vp 12s2 DLP Projector User Manual

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Model VP-12S2 User Guide
DLP
TMProjector 
						

							The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS  INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  SERVICE  PERSONNEL
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
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INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU’AU FOND.
For the customers in the USA:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
tuning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
For the customers in Canada:
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment regulations. 
						

							IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality
and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and
operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water-for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer.
9. A product and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company. For  products intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12. Alternate Warnings – This product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
plug will only fit into the a grounding-type power outlet. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
AC POLARIZED PLUG13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the product.
14. Protective Attachment Plug – The product is equipped with an
attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety
feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of
protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure
the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by
the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the
original plug.
15. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance –
this indicates a need for service.
21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat. 
						

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS......................................................................................................................................1
Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement ..............................................................................................................................1
Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit .............................................................................................................................................1
Cautions Concerning the Setup of the Projector ........................................................................................................................1
Notes on Operation .....................................................................................................................................................................1
FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................................................2
ACCESSORIES ...........................................................................................................................................................3
PROJECTOR LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW .........................................................................................4
Front and Top View ....................................................................................................................................................................4
Rear and Terminals View ...........................................................................................................................................................5
Bottom View ................................................................................................................................................................................5
Remote Controller .......................................................................................................................................................................6
Preparing the Remote Controller ................................................................................................................................................7
Remote Controller Operational Range .......................................................................................................................................7
CONNECTION .............................................................................................................................................................8
Connection with AC Power Supply .............................................................................................................................................8
Connection with Video Equipments ............................................................................................................................................8
Connection with a HD-Video, Satellite, Cable Tuner or PC ........................................................................................................9
Advanced Connection.................................................................................................................................................................9
INITIAL SETTING ......................................................................................................................................................10
Turning on the Power ...............................................................................................................................................................10
Zooming and Focusing .............................................................................................................................................................10
Adjusting the Image Position ....................................................................................................................................................10
Adjusting the Height ..................................................................................................................................................................11
Detail Focusing .........................................................................................................................................................................11
Keystone Correction .................................................................................................................................................................12
INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................................................................13
Recommended Setting .............................................................................................................................................................13
Screen Size and Projection Distance (inch) .............................................................................................................................14
Screen Size and Projection Distance (m) .................................................................................................................................15
BASIC OPERATIONS ...............................................................................................................................................16
Turning on the Power ...............................................................................................................................................................16
Selecting the Input Signal Source.............................................................................................................................................16
Selecting the Aspect Mode .......................................................................................................................................................16
The Screen Images in a 16:9 screen ........................................................................................................................................17
The Screen Images in a 4:3 screen ..........................................................................................................................................18
To Turn off the Power ...............................................................................................................................................................19
OPERATIONS ...........................................................................................................................................................20
Menu Structure .........................................................................................................................................................................20
Using On-Screen Menu ............................................................................................................................................................21
Picture Adjust ............................................................................................................................................................................21
Fine Menu .................................................................................................................................................................................22
Setting .......................................................................................................................................................................................24
Display ......................................................................................................................................................................................25
Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................................26
Trigger 2 ...................................................................................................................................................................................27
Memory .....................................................................................................................................................................................28
Lamp Life and Replace Lamp ...................................................................................................................................................28
MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................................................................................30
Replacing Lamp Unit ................................................................................................................................................................30
Cleaning the Lens .....................................................................................................................................................................31
Replacement Parts ...................................................................................................................................................................31
Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................31
TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................................................32
ERROR MODE ..........................................................................................................................................................32
ON SCREEN MESSAGE ...........................................................................................................................................33
SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................................................................33
GLOSSARY ...............................................................................................................................................................34
DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................................................................35 
						

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There is potential glass particle hazard if the lamp ruptures.
There is a potential hazard of glass particle if the lamp ruptures.
In case of lamp rupture,contact your nearest Marantz Authorized Dealer or Service Center for a replacement.
See “Replacing Lamp Unit”. (
P.30)
For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, avoid humidity,
dust and cigarette smoke.
When the projector is subjected to these environments,the lens and
part of ventilation holes must be cleaned more often than usual. As long
as the projector is properly maintained in this manner, use in these
environments will not reduce the overall operation life. Please note that
all internal cleaning must be performed by an Marantz Authorized
Dealer, or Service Center.
• Do not expose the projector to extreme heat or cold.
Operating temperature:41 °F to 95 °F (+5 °C to 35 °C)
Storage temperature:–4 °F to 140 °F (–20 °C to +60 °C)
• The exhaust ventilative hole, the lamp cage cover and adjacent
areas may get extremely hot during projector operation. To
prevent injury,do not touch these areas until they have sufficiently
cooled down.
• Allow at least 1 foot (30 cm)of space between the exhaust
ventilative hole and the nearest wall or obstruction.
• If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection device will
automatically turn off the projector lamp. This does not indicate a
malfunction. Remove the projector power cord from the wall outlet
and wait at least 10 minutes.
Then turn on the power by plugging the power cord back in. This
will return the projector to the normal operating condition.
Notes on Operation
Caution Concerning the Setup of the
Projector
WARNINGTHIS COVER IS PROVIDED WITH
INTERLOCK TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION.
DO NOT DEFEAT ITS PORPOSE OR
ATTEMPT TO SERVICE WITHOUT
REMOVING COVER COMPLETELY.MODEL NO. VP-16S1 / U1MAC 120V   60HZ   2.0ASERIAL NO.CAUTION : HIGH PRESSURE LAMP 
MAY EXPLODED IF IMPROPERLY HANDLED. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 
PERSONNEL.ATTENTION :  LA LAMPE SOUS 
HAUTE PRESSION PEUT SI ELLE, NEST 
PAS MANIPULEE CORRECTEMENT, 
CONFIER LOPERATION A UN 
PERSONNEL DENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.CAUTION HOT : UNPLUG 
THE POWER CORD AND WAIT 
60 MINUTES BEFORE CHARGING 
THE LAMP.ATTENTION CHAUD :  DEBRANCER LE CORD ON 
DALOMENTION ET ATENDER 
60 MINUTES AVANT DE 
CHANGER LAMPE.
M MODEL NO. VP-12S1 / N1S
MADE IN JAPANFABRIQUE AU  JAPON
AC 120V   60HZ   2.0W
SERIAL NO.
CAUTION : HIGH PRESSURE LAMP 
MAY EXPLODED IF IMPROPERLY HANDLED. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 
PERSONNEL.
ATTENTION :  LA LAMPE SOUS 
HAUTE PRESSION PEUT SI ELLE, NEST 
PAS MANIPULEE CORRECTEMENT, 
CONFIER LOPERATION A UN 
PERSONNEL DENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.
CAUTION HOT : UNPLUG 
THE POWER CORD AND WAIT 
60 MINUTES BEFORE CHARGING 
THE LAMP.
ATTENTION CHAUD :  DEBRANCER LE CORD ON 
DALOMENTION ET ATENDER 
60 MINUTES AVANT DE 
CHANGER LAMPE.
WARNINGTHIS COVER IS PROVIDED WITH
INTERLOCK TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
EXCESSIVE ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION.
DO NOT DEFEAT ITS PORPOSE OR
ATTEMPT TO SERVICE WITHOUT
REMOVING COVER COMPLETELY.
Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit
Caution Concerning the Lamp
Replacement
95˚F
(+35˚C)
41˚F
(+5˚C)
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 
						

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FEATURES
❖Optics
•Texas Instruments DLPTM(Digital Light Processing)
Technology
•1280 x 720 DMD
TMPanel
•16 : 9 Aspect Ratio
•Custom Optics Developed by Minolta
•2600 : 1 Contrast Ratio
•700 ANSI Lumens Brightness
•Brightness Uniformity : 90 %
•No Halo Effect
•Lens Up/Down Shift Construction
•Dust Free Optics Sealing
•No Light Leakage 
(Double Seals Cabinet Structure)
•Extremely Quite (Noise Cancel Duct Construction,
Ceiling Color Wheel Motor)
•Long Life Lamp (Average 2000 Hours)
•Double Shrink Seal Lamp Structure Minimizes
Burst Ratio
❖Electronics & Software
•Full Digital Device
•3 Faroudja Chips Inside 
(Decoder, Doubler, and
Enhancer)
•3-2 Pull Down
•10-Bit Digital Gamma Processing
•Horizontal/Vertical Keystone Correction
•480p, 720p,1080i adapted
•Four Picture Modes: Theater, Standard, Dynamic,
User
•Twelve Picture Memories
•4 Aspect Modes
•Fine Menu
•Three Color Temperatures (5250K/6500K/9000K)
•Black Level Selection (0IRE/7.5IRE)
•Control through RS-232C
•Two trigger for powered Screen Control
•Ecology Lamp Mode
•Component Video Input
–DLP, Digital Micromirror Deviceand DMDare trademarks
of Texas Instruments.
–“DCDi”is a trademark of Faroudja, a division of Sage Inc.
–All trademarked product names mentioned in this manual
are the property of their respective companies.
Note: Pixel defects
DMD
TM(Digital Micromirror DeviceTM) is one of the most
advanced technologies for consumer products. The DMDTM
made by high precision technology, however some pixel
defects may be found on the projected image. We are
trying our best to control the quality in order to reduce the
number of defective pixels. It is almost impossible to have
zero pixel defects, even using the most advanced
technology. This is not a problem only for Marantz, but all
DLP
TMprojector manufactures. Therefore we have to note
that the warranty does not cover the DMDTMfor pixel
defects. We appreciate your understandings.Note: Lamp
SHP lamp is one of the most advanced technologies for
consumer products. The lamp made by high precision
technology, however some lamps might be failing before it
reaches its life. And projector’s brightness is getting darker
along with accumulated lamp usage hours. We are trying
our best to control the quality in order to reduce lamp
failures. It is almost impossible to have zero failure, even
using the most advanced technology. This is not a problem
only for Marantz, but all projector manufactures. Therefore
we have to note that the warranty does not cover the SHP
lamp for lamp failures: explosion, and non-lighting except
initial use. And also we have to note that the warranty does
not cover the SHP lamp for lamp failures: flickering, and
getting darker along with accumulated lamp usage hours.
We appreciate your understandings.  
						

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•Lens Cap x 1
•Remote Controller x 1
•AA Size Batteries x 2•AC Power Code (Only for 125V) x 1
•Control Adapter Cable (Mini Jack to RCA) x 1
•User Guide x 1
•Warranty Card (1 copy each for USA, CANADA)
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ACCESSORIES 
						

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Front and Top View
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IR sensor Projection
Lens
qFocus ring (P.10)
Adjust the picture focus.
wZoom ring (P.10)
Adjust the size of the projected image.
eLens Shift knob (P.10)
Manually adjust the position of the image vertically.
rPOWER key (P.16)
Press to turn the projector ON or STANDBY mode. 
tMENU key (P.21)
Display the on-screen menu.
yENTER key
Confirm Reset All, Reset Lamp Life, New Lamp?.
uINPUT SELECT key (P.16)
When the key is pressed, the unit toggles between
COMPONENT, S-VIDEO, VIDEO, RGB and AUX inputs.
iFOCUS key (P.11)
Display a focus pattern.
oThe3/4/1/2keys
Control the MENU cursor.
!0POWER ON indicator
Lights up when the power is turned on. Flashes while the
projector goes into standby mode for about one minute.
!1STANDBY indicator
Lights up when the power is turned off.
!2WARNING/LAMP indicator
Flashes or lights up when something is wrong with the lamp
cover, lamp, fan, or temperature inside the projector.
!3Ventilation holes
Notes:
•Do not place anything near the ventilation holes to avoid
overheat inside the unit.
•Do not place your hand or objects near the ventilation
holes; the air is coming out.
PROJECTOR LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW 
						

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Rear and Terminals View
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securing screw Lamp coverIR sensor
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Terminals
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!4AC IN (P. 8 )
Connect the supplied AC power code.
❖Terminals
zRGB IN
Connect the analog RGB output from an IBM VGA or compatible
equipment.
xCOMPONENT VIDEO IN
Y, PB/CB, PR/CRconnectors.
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO output from video
equipment or an A/V processor/receiver with a component
video output.
cS-VIDEO IN
Connect the S-VIDEO output from a video equipment.
vVIDEO IN
Connect the composite video output from a video equipment.
bTRIG.1(TRIGGER 1)
When the unit is turned on, 12V is output. When the unit is
turned off, no voltage is output. This allows such as a powered
up/down screen,whenever the projector is turned on or off.
Note:
To connect with external devices, use an ordinal 35mm mini-
plug (mono) cable with attaching the supplied ferrite core.
nTRIG.2(TRIGGER 2)
Select ON or OFF at each aspect mode, such as Full, Normal,
Zoom, and Through to control screen aspect ratio with powered
up/down dual aspect ratio screen.
Notes:
•Do not use TRIG.1 and TRIG.2, as the power source.
•To connect with external devices, use an ordinal 35mm mini-
plug (mono) cable with attaching the supplied ferrite core.
mRS-232C
Connect the RS-232C of equipment for external control.
,REMOTE CONTROL IN/OUT
By connecting this projector to another Marantz audio component
using a supplied System Control cable, you can remotely operate
the components as a single system.
•When connecting to component with a remote sensor (such
as the SR9200,SR8200), be sure to connect the REMOTE
CONTROL IN jack of this projector to the REMOTE
CONTROL OUT jack of the component with the remote
sensor.•When connecting to component which is not equipped with
a remote sensor, be sure to connect the component to the
REMOTE CONTROL OUT jack of this projector.
.REMOTE switch (EXT. / INT.)
When using this projector independently, set this switch to
INT.. When using this projector in a system with a Marantz
DVD player or AV Receiver equipped with a remote sensor,
set the switch to EXT..
⁄0LIGHT ON/OFF
Select ON : The terminal panel lights up.
⁄1DVI-D IN
Connect the digital RGB signal (TMDS compliant, single link
only)
Note:To use the DVI-D terminal, please follow the cautions
on page 9.
!5Adjustment lever (P.11)
Lift the projector and turn the adjustment lever right or left.
The adjustable feet will extend from the projector. Then,
release the lever, the adjustable feet is locked.
!6Screw holes for ceiling mount kit
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Adjustable
feet
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16
Adjustable feet
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aPOWER ON key (P.10)
Turn the projector on.
sSTANDBY key (P.19)
Turn the projector off.
d3/4/1/2keys 
Control the MENU cursor.
fENTER key
Confirm Reset All, Reset Lamp Life, New Lamp?.
gMENU key (P.21)
Display the on-screen menu.
hCOMPONENT key (P.16)
Select the COMPONENT VIDEO IN  signal.
jS-VIDEO key (P.16)
Select the S-VIDEO IN signal.
kVIDEO key (P.16)
Select the VIDEO IN signal.
lRGB key (P.16)
Select the RGB IN signal.
¡0THEATER key (P.28)
Select the Theater picture mode.
Theater mode is designed for high fidelity black appearance
and is good for movie pictures.
When the key is pressed, the mode toggles Theater 1,
Theater 2, Theater 3 and Theater Default.
¡1STANDARD key (P.28)
Select the STANDARD picture mode.
Standard mode is good for normal pictures.
When the key is pressed, the mode toggles Standard 1,
Standard 2, Standard 3, and Standard Default.
¡2DYNAMIC key (P.28)
Select the Dynamic picture mode.
Dynamic mode is good for visually dynamic pictures.
When the key is pressed, the mode toggles Dynamic 1,
Dynamic 2, Dynamic 3 and Dynamic Default.
¡3INFO. key (P.28)
Turn the information menu on or off.
¡4CINEMA key
Press to turn the CINEMA mode – auto 3-2 pull down mode –
on or off.
¡5NORMAL key (P.16)
Select NORMAL mode from four aspect ratio modes.
¡6FULL key (P.16)
Select FULL mode from four aspect ratio modes.
¡7ZOOM key (P.16)
Select ZOOM mode from four aspect ratio modes.
¡8THROUGH key (P.16)
Select THROUGH mode from four aspect ratio modes.
¡9AUX key (P.16)
Select the DVI-D IN signal.
™0FOCUS key (P.11)
Display a focus pattern.
™1V-MUTE key
Turn the picture into black. Press again to resume.