Marantz Vp 12s4mbl DLP Projector User Manual

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3.
Wait at the least one hour for the lamp and
lamp unit to cool down.
4.
Read the caution and warning labels on the
unit.
Lamp cover
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
 / U1M
AC 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 JAPAN
FABRIQUE AU  JAPON
AC 120V   60H
Z   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.
WARNING
THIS 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.
M
CAUTION  HIGH PRESSURE LAMP MAY EXPLODED IF 
IMPROPERLY HANDLED. REFER SERVICING 
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.ATTENTION LA LAMPE SOUS HAUTE PRESSION PEUT 
EXPLOSER SI ELLE, NEST PAS MANIPULEE 
CORRECTEMENT, CONFIER LOPERATION 
A UN PERSONNEL DENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.
VORSICHT
 :
BEI FALSCHER HANDHABUNG 
KANN DIE HOCHDRUCKLAMPE 
EXPLODIEREN UBERLASSEN 
SIE WARTUNGSARBEITEN 
NUR FACHPERSONAL.
CAUTION HOT UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND 
WAIT 60 MINUTES BEFORE 
CHANGING THE LAMP.ATTENTION CHAUD  DEBRANCER LE CORD ON 
DALIMENTION ET ATENDER 60 
MINUTES AVANT DE CHANGER 
LAMPE.WARNUNG HEISS
 
ZIEHEN SIE DEN NETZSTECKER 
AB UND WARTEN SIE 60 MINUTEN, 
BEVOR SIE DIE GLUHLAMPE 
WECHSELN.AA
B
BFor USA
For Europe
For USA
For Europe
5.
Remove the lamp cover screw.
6.
Remove the lamp cover in the direction of the
arrow.
7.
Open the cover sheet and remove the two
screws (slotted head screwdriver required)
that lock down the lamp unit. Do not remove
any other screws.
8.
Holding the handle and pull the lamp unit out
toward your side.
9.
Install a new lamp unit in position securely.
10.
Lock the lamp unit in place with the two
screws removed in step 7. Press on the
handle until it folds over and close the cover
sheet.
11.
Install the lamp cover back in its original
position and fasten with the fastening screw.
12.
Plug in the video projector and turn on the
power and project the image.
•If the lamp is replaced before reaching its
2000 hours lamp life, see “Reset Lamp Life”
(
P.23).
•If the lamp is replaced after reaching its
2000 hours lamp life, see “Initialize the Lamp
Life”(
P.24).
(b)(a)
Lamp cover
Cover sheetLamp unit 
						

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8.
Press the ENTERbutton to return to the menu
and disconnect the cable of the color
temperature sensor from the projector.
Note:
If color temperature adjustment is not
correctly processed or if adjustment
processing is interrupted in course by
pressing the MENUbutton or for some other
reason, the below message appears on the
screen.
Also, adjustment processing can be
interrupted by pressing the MENUbutton.
9.
Turn the lens shift knob until returning the lens
to the screen position you want to use.
❖
Color Temperature Sensor
Protection
If no operations are performed for approximately 10
minutes from the moment color temperature
adjustment processing ends, power to the projector
shuts OFF automatically in order to protect the color
temperature sensor. If power is shut OFF to protect
the color temperature sensor, do the following.•If the WARNING indicator does not light
When color temperature adjustment ends
successfully and the sensor protection feature
trips, the projector goes on standby. As usual,
activate power by pressing either theON
button on the remote control or the / I
button on the projector.•If the WARNING indicator lights
If color temperature adjustment does not end
successfully and the sensor protection feature
trips, the projectors WARNING and STANDBY
indicators light simultaneously to indicate the
error mode. Unplug the power cable and then
plug it back in. Then, press either theON
button on the remote control or the / I
button on the projector to reactivate power.
Press Enter to exit
Quit
Before pressing the ENTERbutton, turn the
color temperature sensor over on its dark side
as shown in the below figure, to prevent
outside light from penetrating to the sensor’s
condenser.
4.
Press the ENTERbutton. The below message
appears on the screen for a few seconds as
the sensor is being calibrated.
5.
Position the lamp so that its light passes
through the center of the lens. This is
necessary in order to calibrate color
temperature correctly. First, turn the lens shift
knob all the way to the left so that the lens
lowers to the lowest position. Then, turn it five
and a half turns to the right to raise the lens.
In this position, the light of the lamp passes
almost through the center of the lens.
Note:
Color temperature cannot be correctly
calibrated unless the lens is properly
positioned.
Initializing...
6.
Fit the color temperature sensor onto the lens
and press the ENTERbutton. Color
temperature adjustment starts and the
projector’s WARNING and STANDBY
indicators begin flashing simultaneously.
When installed on a tabletop
When installed on a ceiling
7.
When the WARNING and STANDBY
indicators go out, color temperature
adjustment is complete. Adjustment takes
about 2 to 3 minutes. When the color
temperature sensor is detached from the lens,
the below message appears on the screen.
Press Enter to exitComplete
Bottom
To p
Attach the color temperature
sensor so that the cable is to the
bottom side of the projector.
Attach the color temperature sensor so that the
cable is to the bottom side of the projector.
After replacing the lamp or in other cases where
the lighting changes, color temperature can be
adjusted using the color temperature sensor. In the
adjustment procedure, you must first initialize the
sensor itself before adjusting color temperature. It
takes about 10 minutes from when the power to
the projector is activated for the lamp’s brightness
to stabilize. Wait for lamp brightness to stabilize
before adjusting color temperature.1.
Connect the cable of the color temperature
sensor to the RS-232C port.
2.
Press the MENUbutton and select “Color
Temp. Calibration” from the MENU screen.
Press the 2button. The below message
appears on the screen.
3.
Use the 
1and 
2buttons to select “Yes” and
press the ENTERbutton. The below message
appears on the screen.
Press Enter to startInitialize
Color Temp. Calibration?
Ye s N o
Color Temperature Adjustment
Condenser 
						

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If the lens becomes dirty or smudged, clean it with
a soft dry cloth only. Use optical lens cleaners that
are approved for eyeglasses or cameras. Do not
use a dampen cloth, detergent solution, or thinner.
It may damage the lens and remain as stains.
When replacement parts are required, be sure to
inform a Marantz authorized service center. Use
only replacement parts specified by Marantz.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards. And, the warranty
may not be guaranteed.
Lamp Unit : LU-12VPS3Optional AccessoriesReplacement PartsCleaning the Lens
Try the following troubleshooting before calling for service.1.
Are the connections made properly ?
2.
Are you operating the unit properly, following the instructions ?
If the unit does not operate properly, check the items shown in the following table.
If any trouble cannot be solved by the instructions below, malfunction of the internal circuitry is suspected; immediately unplug the AC power cord and contact
Marantz dealer or service center.TROUBLESHOOTINGNo power
Image is not
displayed.
Poor color.
Picture is too dark.
Picture is not clear.
Picture rolls.
The Remote
Controller does not
work.
Color temperature
cannot be adjusted.
Possible Cause SymptomRemedy
Notes:
•If the lamp still does not function after the replacement and initialization of the lamp life, contact a Marantz authorized dealer, or service center.
•This projector uses a microcomputer. External noise can cause malfunctions. In such case, shut power OFF and unplug the power cable from AC power
outlet. Then, plug the AC power cable back in, press the / Ibutton on the projector or the ONbutton on the remote control and check operation.
AC power cord is not connected correctly.
Lamp cover is not closed correctly. 
A signal cable is not connected correctly.
Selected input is incorrect.
The picture mute is active.
Picture is not adjusted properly.
Lamp life is running out.
Contrast or brightness is not adjusted properly.
Picture is out of focus.
Dew is on the lens.
A signal cable is not properly connected.
Batteries are exhausted.
The distance to the unit is too far.
IR sensor on unit is obstructed.
The “Wired” position in the Menu is selected.
Is the sensor cable disconnected?
Was the sensor correctly initialized?
Is the lens shift knob set to the correct (center)
position? Connect the AC power cord properly.
Close the cover properly. (

P.25)
Connect a signal cable properly.
Select the correct input source .
Press the V-MUTE button to release the mute.
Adjust the picture in the MENU mode.
Replace the lamp. (

P.24)
Adjust contrast or brightness properly.
Adjust the focus.
Run the projector for about two hours.
Connect a signal cable properly.
Replace batteries. (

P.7)
Make the distance between the unit and the remote control
closer. (

P.7)
Remove any obstacles.
Select the “Wireless”position. (

P.23)
Correctly connect the sensor cable. (
P.26)
Initialize the sensor by taking the correct procedures. (

P.26)
Set the lens shift knob to the correct (center) position by taking the
correct procedures. (

P.26) 
						

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WARNING/LAMP indicator, ON indicator, and STANDBY indicator diagnose error mode of the projector as follows.
The lamp cover is not 
closed properly.
The lamp has failed, or 
the lamp is completely 
worn out.
Projector internal 
temperature is higher 
than the allowed level. 
Trouble has occurred 
with the fan.
Internal program error Color temperature 
adjustment failed. 
Close the cover correctly.
Replace the lamp and 
reset lamp life.Check if anything is 
blocking the exhaust vent.
Retry adjustment.
Shut power OFF and 
ON again.
Other Color temperature
adjustmentFan TemperatureLamp Lamp cover
Flashing
Flashing
FlashingON
ON
ONOFF
OFF
OFF OFF
OFF
OFFFlashing
ON
OFF Flashing
OFF
ON
Indicators
Error mode
WARNING
/LAMPON STANDBYPossible Cause Recommendation
ERROR MODENO SIGNAL
REPLACE LAMP!
OUT OF RANGENo input signal.
The lamp has reached the end of its life.
Improper signal feed to the projector.Properly connect the cables.
Replace the lamp and reset lamp life.
Adjust resolution, V(Hz) : refresh rate of the
equipment, referring to the Timing Chart.
Meaning Message
Remedy
Use the list below to check the message displayed on the screen.ON SCREEN MESSAGE 
						

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Optical characteristicsPanel0.8 inch 16:9
1280 x 720 pixels
Digital Micromirror Device
Lamp
Super High Pressure 200W DC
Lensf: 30.7 to 44.5mm
F: F3.0/F5.0
Projection size60 to 250 inches 
Light output600/700  ANSI LUMEN typical 
(F5.0/F3.0)❖
Input/OutputVIDEO INRCA x 1
NTSC-3.58/PAL-4.43/SECAM
Composite video 1.0Vp-p/
75 Ohm
S-VIDEO INS-Connector x 1
NTSC-3.58/PAL-4.43/SECAMS-Video
COMPONENT3RCA x 2
IN
Y, C
B/PB, C
R/PR
RGB/HD IND-sub M 15 pin x 1
Analog RGB
HD:1080i, 720p, 480p
HDMI INHDMI x 2
HDMI compliant (single link only)
REMOTE
Mini jack type x 1
CONTROLLER INREMOTE
Mini jack type x 1
CONTROLLER OUTAC IN3 Prong Grounding Type
TRIG.1 OUT,Mini Jack x 2TRIG.2 OUTOutput: DC12V or 0V
RS-232CRS-232C receptacle plug x 1SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications may be subjected to change without any prior notice.
❖
Timing chart
*: 
Supported only for DVI
NTSC 3.58
NTSC 4.43
PAL-B/G
PAL M
PAL N
PAL 60
SECAM
480/60i
480/60p
576/50i
576/48p
576/50p
540/60p
720/24p
720/25p
720/30p
720/50p
720/60p
1035/60i
1080/50i
1080/60i
1080/24PsF
1080/25PSF
1080/30PsF
1080/24p
1080/25p
1080/30p
1080/50p
1080/60p
640
 x 350@70Hz
640 x 350@85Hz
640 x 400@70Hz
640 x 400@85Hz
640 x 480@60Hz
640 x 480@72Hz
640 x 480@75Hz
640 x 480@85Hz
800 x 600@56Hz
800 x 600@60Hz
800 x 600@72Hz
800 x 600@75Hz
800 x 600@85Hz
1024 x 768@60Hz
1024 x 768@70Hz
1024 x 768@75Hz
1024 x 768@85Hz
1280 x 1024@60Hz
1600 x 1200@60Hz
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
720 x 487
720 x 483
720 x 576
720 x 576
720 x 576
1920 x 540
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1920 x 1035
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
640 x 350
640 x 350
640 x 400
640 x 400
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1280 x 1024
1600 x 120059.94 / 60
59.94 / 60
50
59.94 / 60
50
59.94 / 60
50
59.94 / 60
59.94 / 60
50
48
50
59.94 / 60
23.98 / 24
25
29.97 / 30
50
59.94 / 60
59.94 / 60
50
59.94 / 60
23.98 / 24
25
29.97 / 30
23.98 / 24
25
29.97 / 30
50
59.94 / 60
70
85
70
85
60
72
75
85
56
60
72
75
85
60
70
75
85
60
6015.734/15.75
15.734/15.75
15.625
15.734/15.75
15.625
15.734/15.75
15.625
15.734/15.75
15.734/15.75
15.625
30
31.25
33.746/33.78
17.985/18
18.75
22.478/22.5
37.5
44.955/45
33.716/33.75
28.125
33.716/33.75
26.978/27
28.125
33.716/33.75
26.978/27
28.125
33.716/33.75
62.5
67.433/67.5
31.469
37.861
31.469
37.861
31.469
37.861
37.5
43.269
35.156
37.879
48.077
46.875
53.673
48.363
56.476
60.023
68.678
63.981
75
Format
Resolution
V(
Hz)
H(
KHz)
Comp.1/2
CVBS/S-Video
RGB HDMI
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
❖
GeneralPower requirementAC 100-120V / 220-240V,
50/60 Hz
Power consumption
< 320 W
Standby consumption
< 3.3 W
Chassis isolationClass-1
SafetyUL6500
CSA E60065
EN60950
EMCFCC Part-15 Class-BEN55022 Class-B
Dimensions15 
15/16
(W) x 18 
15/16
(D)
x 6 
1/8(H) inch
404.5(W) x 481(D) x 158(H) mm
Net weight13 kgOperatingTemperature
5 to 35 °C
Operating humidity30 to 85%Storage Temperature
– 20 to 60 °C
Storage humidity30 to 85%
❖
Accessories•  Lens cap x 1
•  Remote controller x 1
•  Batteries x 2
•  AC power code x 1
•  Scart-RCA plug Cable x 1 (For Europe only)
•  Control Adapter cable (Mini jack to RCA) x 1
•  Color temperature sensor x 1
• User Guide 
- For USA (4 languages x 1)
- 
For Europe (4 languages x 1, 5 languages x 1)
• Warranty Card 
(1 copy each for USA, CANADA) 
						

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STANDBYON
LENS SHIFT
LAMPWARRNING
ENTER FOCUS
MENU LEFT
RIGHT
DOWNINPUTUP
18 7/8 - 18 15/16 (480 - 481) 
8 12/16(222.0)
7 3/16(182.5)
  3 1/4
(   82.6)
9/16 - 2 7/16(15.0 - 61.8)
6 12/16
 (171.0)
5 5/8 (143.0)
3 - 3 9/16(76.0 - 91.0)
5 3/16 (132.0)
4 11/16 (119.0)
4 1/8(105.0)
2 5/16(58.0)1 10/16(42.0)
6 1/16(153.5)
5 3/4
(145.75)
12/16
(19.75)
11 11/16 (296.5)10 5/16 (262.0)
14 6/16 (346.5)5 1/4 - 5 5/16(133.5-134.5)
4 11/16(110.0)
3 11/16(93.5)
7 5/16(185.25)
(  64)2 8/16
DIMENSIONS
❖
Top
❖
Front
❖
Rear
❖
Bottom
Aspect ratio
Width and height ratio of an image. The normal
aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4 :
3. There are also wide images with an aspect
ratio of 16 : 9 and 21 : 9.Black Level (Black setup)
The signal level which represents black picture
intensity.
For NTSC system for USA, this level is 7.5IRE.
NORMAL: 16 (Black) – 235 (White)
For NTSC system for Japan and DVD, this level
is 0IRE.
EXPAND: 0 (Black) – 246 (White)Color Temperature
White color hue.
Low color temperature implies a warmer (more
yellow/red) light.
High color temperature implies a colder (more
blue) light.Keystone
Distortion of the image caused by projection to a
wrong vertical/horizontal angle.GLOSSARY
Unit : inch (mm) 
						

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