Meridian D Ila1080mf2 Digital Video Projector User Manual

							
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Indicator Display on the Control Panel
LAMP TEMPSTAND BYOPERATE
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In addition to the standby mode, operate mode and cool down mode*, this \
unit also displays other operational states using
different combination of indicators.
●
Please refer to Page 28 for explanations on warning indication for *1and Page 33 for *2.
[STAND BY] light on
Unit is in standby mode
[LAMP] blinking*1
Lamp life has expired
(Lamp usage time has exceeded 2000
hours)
[LAMP] and [OPERATE]
blinking simultaneously*1,*2
Lamp turned off during projection
Time to replace lamp
(when lamp usage time has reached
2010 hours)
[TEMP] blinking*2
Internal temperature is abnormally high
(Abnormal internal temperature)
[OPERATE] light on
Unit is in operate mode (during opera-
tion (projection))
[LAMP] light on*1
About time to replace lamp
(Lamp usage time has exceeded 1900
hours)
[LAMP] and [TEMP] blinking*2
Circuits are not functioning properly
(Abnormal circuit functioning)
[TEMP] and [STAND BY]
blinking*2
Temperature at air inlets is high
(Abnormal external temperature)
[STAND BY] blinking
Unit is in cool down mode (when cooling
lamp)
[LAMP] and [STAND BY] blink-
ing*2
Lamp does not light up and unit is unable to
project
[LAMP] and [OPERATE] blinking
alternately*2
Lamp cover has been removed
All blinking*2
When inner fan has stopped (fan lock)
*About Cool Down Mode
After projection, the heated lamp will go through a 90-
second cool-down process known as the cool down
mode. This function is to prevent damage and defor-
mation that heat from the heated lamp may cause to
the internal components of this unit. It also prevents
lamp breakage and shortened lamp life.
The cool down mode is indicated by the blinking
[STAND BY] indicator. When in the cool down mode,
the [OPERATE] button will be disabled.
After the cool down process is completed, the unit will
automatically switch to the standby mode.
Note
When in the cool down mode, do not pull out the plug
from the power outlet. Also, do not block the air inlets/
exhaust vents by standing this unit on its end or lay-
ing it on its side. 
						

							
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1Remote Control’s Signal Transmitter
(☞  Page 17)
2[OPERATE ON] Button
When this unit is in the standby mode, pressing the but-
ton for more than 1 second will turn this unit on and cause
the [OPERATE] indicator to light up. ( ☞ Page 20)
3[LIGHT] Button
Lights up illumination (light) of the remote control buttons
for about 10 seconds.
4[FOCUS] Button
Use this button to adjust focus of the projected image.
Press the button to switch to the image mode for focus
adjustment. Adjust focus using the focus ring on this unit.
● Press the [EXIT] button to return to the original image.
Remote Control
5[MENU] Button
Press this button to display the menu. Pressing this but-
ton when the menu is displayed clears the menu.
(☞  Pages 23, 24)
6Cursor [ 5/∞ /2 /3 ] Buttons
Use these buttons when adjusting the menu items.
(☞  Pages 23, 24)
7[PRESET] Button
Use this button to reset the values to factory settings when
the “Gamma”, “Color temp.”, “Mask” or “Picture shif\
t” item
in the menu is selected.
8[OPERATE OFF] Button
When this unit is in operation (projecting), press it for 1
second or more to switch to the cool down mode, which
will automatically switch to the standby mode after about
90 seconds. ( ☞ Page 21)
● The [OPERATE OFF] button will not work within ap-
proximately 1 minute after the light source has been
turned on. Start operation only after 1 minute’s time.
9[TEST] Button
Press this when adjusting focus, screen size or picture
quality. Press the button to switch to the test pattern im-
age for adjustment.
●Alter the test pattern with the [TEST] button.
● Press the [EXIT] button to return to the original image.
p[EXIT] Button
Press this button to return to the previous hierarchical
menu (for example, to return from submenu to main
menu). Pressing this button when the menu is displayed
will clear the menu. ( ☞ Pages 23, 24)
q[ENTER] Button
Press this button to show the next hierarchical menu (for
example, to enter submenu from main menu). It is also
used when “ENTER” is displayed against a selection item
on the menu screen. ( ☞ Pages 23, 24)
w[HIDE] Button
Press this button to temporarily clear the video image.
Press again to resume. ( ☞ Page 21)
Controls and Features (continued)
q
w
ON
ENTER
OFF
FOCUSTEST
MENUEXIT
PRESETHIDE
LIGHT
OPERATE
p
9
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Precautions for Using Batteries
Loading Batteries into the Remote Control
1Open the back cover
Press the back cover slightly and slide it in the direction of
the arrow.
2Load the batteries
Insert the 2 (AAA) batteries supplied according to the 9,
(  marks. To prevent short circuit, be sure to insert the  (
(minus) end of the battery first.
3Close the back cover
Slide in the direction of the arrow to close the back cover.
Load batteries into the remote control. If the remote control starts to \
function erratically, replace the batteries.
If batteries are incorrectly used, they may crack or leak. This
could cause fire, burn, malfunction, and staining or damag-
ing of the surroundings.
Beware of the following:
•
Do not mix new and old batteries.
• Do not mix different type of batteries as they are different in
characteristics.
• Insert batteries according to the  ª ·  marks on the battery case.
• Be sure to insert the minus  · end in first to prevent short circuit.
• Do not put batteries into fire or recharge them.
• Use only designated batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the remote control is not to be used for a
prolonged period.
Battery Life
Batteries last for 6 months to 1 year under normal use. However,
batteries provided are for confirming operation and may not last
that long. When the remote control fails to operate properly, re-
place the batteries with new ones.
Battery Leakage
When the batteries are totally exhausted and can no longer be
used, replace them immediately.
Leaving the batteries in the battery compartment causes leakage,
which may in turn lead to malfunction.
In cases where the leakage comes to contact with the skin, wipe it
away with a cloth. Otherwise, skin problems may occur. 
						

							
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Installing the Projector
Precautions for Installation
Please read the following carefully when installing this unit.
Minimum Space Required
Adjusting the Inclination
Vertical angle adjustment rangeAdjusting the vertical angle
While pushing the foot lever upward,
raise this unit to extend the front foot
(maximum extension is about 31
mm). To retract the foot, push the
level upward and lower the unit
slowly. This unit will be fixed at the
position where you released the foot
lever.
Fine-tuning the vertical angle
Lift this unit and adjust the front
adjustable feet on the two sides.Do not use a cover which may enclose
this unit air-tight or block the air inlets/
exhaust vents. Allow sufficient space
around this unit. When this unit is
enclosed in a space of dimensions as
indicated on the left, use an air-
conditioner so that internal and external
temperatures are the same.
300 mm300 mm
150 mm
150 mm
500 mm
+6˚
Adjust the vertical angle of this unit.
Front
Adjustable
Foot Foot
Lever
Extend Shorten
Installation Environment
This unit is a precision device. Do not install it at the following
places. Doing so may cause fire or malfunction of the unit.
•Where there is water, humidity or dust
• Where the unit may be subjected to oily or cigarette smoke
• On a soft surface such as carpet or cushion
• Where the unit may be subjected to high temperature due to
direct sunlight
• Where temperature is high or low
Allowable operation temperature range : +5 °C to +35 °C
Allowable relative humidity range : 20% to 80% (no con- densation)
Allowable Storage Temperature range : –10 °C to +60 °C
• Any room in which there is cigarette smoke or grease
Even where smoke and grease levels are minimal, prolonged
exposure will affect this unit. This unit emits heat and optical
components are cooled down by taking in large amount of air.
The optical path may be soiled by grease/dirt, thus causing im-
ages to become dark or color projection to deteriorate. When
soiling on the optical components occurs, removal of grease/dirt
totally will not be possible.
Precaution for Usage
This unit uses a light-source lamp which reaches high tem-
perature when projecting. Please do not use it in the follow-
ing ways. Doing so may cause fire or malfunction of the unit.
• Projecting the image while the unit is on its side
• Projecting images outside the specified angle
Do not use this unit by setting it beyond ±5° horizontally (left/\
right) or ±25° vertically (up/down). This may cause color varia\
-
tion or shorten the lamp life.
• Projecting images at places where the air inlets and exhaust
vents are blocked 
						

							
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Projector and Screen Installation

When viewed from the left (or right) 
When viewed from the top (or bottom)
The optimum image can be obtained when the center of this unit lens and \
the screen are placed perpendicular to each other.
Take note of the projection angle when placing them. Failing to do so ma\
y give rise to trapezoidal distortion of the projected
image.
●This unit does not come with a function to correct trapezoidal distortio\
n.
Mounting  this Unit
When mounting of this unit is required, do it using the 3 embedded screw\
 holes (M6 nuts) at the bottom of this unit.
Precautions for Ceiling-mount
•To ceiling-mount this unit, special expertise and techniques are
necessary.
Be sure to ask your dealer (or a specialist) to perform mounting
(to ceilings, etc.).
• Do not mount at places that may be subjected to vibration and
shock.
• Depth of the screw holes (screw length) is 10 mm.
Use screws shorter than 10 mm but longer than 6 mm.
Otherwise, the screws may damage the internal parts of this unit
and cause malfunction.
• Install at a safe place in case this unit or a part of it may drop. If
the light-source lamp is broken, small pieces of glass from the
mesh of the filter may appear outside this unit. 
						

							
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Projection Screen Size (DiagonalLength) of Aspect Ratio 16:9
40 (Approx. 101.6 cm)
50 (Approx. 127.0 cm)
60 (Approx. 152.4 cm)
70 (Approx. 177.8 cm)
80 (Approx. 203.2 cm)
90 (Approx. 228.6 cm)
100 (Approx. 254.0 cm)
110 (Approx. 279.4 cm)
120 (Approx. 304.8 cm)
130 (Approx. 330.2 cm)
140 (Approx. 355.6 cm)
150 (Approx. 381.0 cm)
160 (Approx. 406.4 cm)
170 (Approx. 431.8 cm)
180 (Approx. 457.2 cm)
190 (Approx. 482.6 cm)
200 (Approx. 508.0 cm) Approximate Projecting Distance
W (Wide) - T (Tele)
(Approx. 1.58 m) - (Approx. 2.07 m)
(Approx. 1.99 m) - (Approx. 2.60 m)
(Approx. 2.39 m) - (Approx. 3.12 m)
(Approx. 2.79 m) - (Approx. 3.64 m)
(Approx. 3.19 m) - (Approx. 4.16 m)
(Approx. 3.60 m) - (Approx. 4.69 m)
(Approx. 4.00 m) - (Approx. 5.21 m)
(Approx. 4.40 m) - (Approx. 5.74 m)
(Approx. 4.81 m) - (Approx. 6.26 m)
(Approx. 5.21 m) - (Approx. 6.78 m)
(Approx. 5.61 m) - (Approx. 7.31 m)
(Approx. 6.02 m) - (Approx. 7.83 m)
(Approx. 6.42 m) - (Approx. 8.36 m)
(Approx. 6.82 m) - (Approx. 8.88 m)
(Approx. 7.23 m) - (Approx. 9.41 m)
(Approx. 7.63 m) - (Approx. 9.93 m)
(Approx. 8.03 m) - (Approx. 10.45 m)
Installing the Projector (continued)
● The projection screen sizes (recommended) and projecting distances in \
the table above are provided only as a guide.
Please use them as reference during installation.
The projected image size may vary depending on the manufacturing toleran\
ce of the lens.

 Relationship Between Projection Distance and Projection Screen Size
90˚ 90˚

 Screen Installation
Screen
●This unit uses a 1.3x manual zoom lens for projection.
● Although the focusable projection distance is about 1.5 m to 12 m, the p\
rojection distance recommendable for performance
is about 2 m to 8 m. Install this unit within this range and adjust the \
screen size when the aspect ratio of the screen is 16:9 .
Screen Size and Projection Distance 
						

							
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20˚20˚ 30˚
30˚
A
B
Effective Range of Remote Control Unit
The operable distance of the remote control unit is about 7 m for direct\
 reception. The remote control unit can be used by havi ng
the transmission signal reflected off a screen.
● If the fluorescent lamp is lit, the remote control unit might not functi\
on properly.
Screen
Remote Control Unit Remote Sensor (Rear)
This unit

 When reflecting off a screen
Ensure that total of distance A between this unit and screen  and distan\
ce B between remote control and screen  is within 7 m.
●As the effect of signals reflected from the remote control unit differ w\
ith the type of screen used, operable distance may
decrease.

 When directing remote control unit toward this unit
When aiming the remote control unit towards the remote sensor on this un\
it, ensure that the distance to the sensor in front
or at the rear of this unit is within 7 m.
● If the remote control fails to work properly, move closer to this unit.
OPERATEO
NEN TE RO
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30˚
This unit
Remote Control Unit 
						

							
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RS-232C
CONTROL
SERVICE
SYNC
OUT
D VI  OUTPUT
DVI
VIDEO IN
CONTROL
RS-232CSERVICE
SYNC
OUT
Connecting to Various Devices
Connecting to Devices
Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and the device\
 to be connected.

 Connecting to digital video processors
●Read the manual that is supplied with the digital video processor thorou\
ghly.
● The signal may attenuate and the image may become unstable depending on \
the DVI cable. Use the high quality DVI
cable below 5 m. When using DVI cable above 5 m, use a split system or o\
ptical fiber cable.
Right Side of this unit
DVI Connection Cable (sold separately)
RS-232C Connection Cable (sold
separately) (Cross Cable)
Right Side of this unit


Control from external device
It is possible to control this unit by connecting a computer to the [CON\
TROL RS-232C] terminal of this unit.
● Please request a connection cable from us if needed.
● For details, please consult your authorized dealer. 
						

							
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2
1
1Connect the supplied power cord to the power in-
put terminal of this unit
2Insert the main plug of the supplied power cord
into the wall outlet
Connecting the Power Cord (supplied)
After all devices have been connected, connect the supplied power cord.
Power Cord (supplied)
(e.g.)
Lens Cap
When using this unit, remove the lens cap
● Be sure to fit the lens cap on when this unit is not in use to keep out
dirt.
● Do not project with the lens cap attached. The lens cap may be de-
formed by heat or malfunction of this unit may occur.
●Since the power requirement of this unit is high, insert the power plug \
directly into a wall outlet.
● When not using devices, remove the power plug from the wall outlet.
● Do not use power cords for connection other than those supplied.
● Do not use a power voltage different from that which is indicated.
● Do not cut, tear or modify the power cords. Also, do not place a heavy o\
bject on, heat or stretch the power cords
as this may cause damage to the cords.
● Do not insert or pull out plugs with a wet hand.
Cautions Against Fire and Electric Shock 
						

							
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LAMP TEMPSTAND BYOPERATEON
ENTER
OFF
FOCUSTEST
MENUEXIT
PRESETHIDE
LIGHT
OPERATE
LAMPTEMPSTAND BYOPERATE
MENUEXIT
ENTER
1-2
1-2
LAMP TEMP STAND BYOPERATE
Indicators on this unit
2
3
If setting for this unit is not completed, please refer to “Adjustmen\
ts and Settings Using Menus”( ☞ Page 22) upon turning on the
power and perform the required setting accordingly. Once the basic setti\
ng is completed, this unit can be used by simply
performing the following operation procedures.
Basic Operation Procedures
Light on
‘Tele’
‘Wide’
‘Near’ ‘Far’
Notes
● Upon projection, the image may flicker for a few seconds. This is not
a malfunction.
● When the light source is turned on, the lamp will slowly become
brighter. It will take more than 1 minute for the brightness to stabiliz\
e.
2Adjusting zoom (screen size)
To enlarge the screen size
Turn the zoom ring towards the ‘Wide’ side.
To reduce the screen size
Turn the zoom ring towards the ‘Tele’ side.
3Adjusting focus
To focus on nearer points
Turn the focus ring towards the ‘Near’ side.
To focus on farther points
Turn the focus ring towards the ‘Far’ side.
1Turning on the power
1
Insert the power plug to the power outlet.
● The main power turns on and the [STAND BY] indicator on the unit
lights up.
2Press the [OPERATE] button on this unit (or the [OPERATE
ON] button on the remote control unit) for 1 second or more
●The [OPERATE] indicator on this unit lights up and the projected im-
age slowly appears.
Indicators on this unit Light on