Mitsubishi S120 Projector User Manual

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S 12 0
LCD
Projector
User Manual
MODEL   LVP-S120A
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
APPENDIX 
						

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
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.
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.
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 litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EX-
TENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE
FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NOTE:
SINCE THIS PROJECTOR IS PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHALL BE
INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
WARNING
Use the attached specified power-supply cord.  If
you use another cord, it may cause interference
with radio and television reception.
Use the attached RGB cable, RS-232C cable with
this equipment so as to keep interference within the
limit of a Class A device.
The projector automatically shuts off
when the lamp is used up in about
2,000 hours, and the projector wont
turn on until lamp is replace.
DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS
WHEN PROJECTOR IS IN THE POWER ON
MODE. 
						

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Contents
Important safeguards ........................................................................... 4
Overview of the projector ...................................................................... 6
Overview of the remote control ............................................................ 8
Battery installation ............................................................................................. 9
Preparing the projector for operation ............................................... 10
Basic connections ............................................................................... 12
Projector + AV equipment ................................................................................. 12
Cables and adapters .......................................................................................... 12
Projector + IBM PC or IBM PC compatibles .................................................... 13
Projector + Macintosh ........................................................................................ 14
To operate projector power ON .......................................................... 15
Menu operation .................................................................................. 17
Picture adjustment ............................................................................. 20
Advanced feature for presentation .................................................... 22
Expand ................................................................................................................ 22
Still ..................................................................................................................... 22
PC-CARD ............................................................................................ 23
Advanced feature with PC ................................................................. 25
PCV ..................................................................................................................... 25
Mouse remote control ........................................................................................ 31
Replaccement of a light source lamp .................................................. 32
Maintenance ....................................................................................... 34
Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 35
Indicators ............................................................................................ 36
Specifications ...................................................................................... 37
Replacement parts list ....................................................................... 37
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Important safeguards
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS RE-
GARDING YOUR LCD PROJECTOR  AND RETAIN
THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON
THE  LCD PROJECTOR.
1. Read instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the oper-
ating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Instructions
All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet be-
fore cleaning it. Do not use liquid aerosol clean-
ers. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments and equipment
Never add any attachments and/or equipment
without the approval of the manufacturer as
such additions may result in the risk of fire, elec-
tric shock or other personal injury.
7. Water and moisture
Do not use this projector near water or in con-
tact with water.
8. Accessories
Do not place this projector on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the projector.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow the
manufacturers instructions and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manu-
facturer.
An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and
cart combination to overturn.10. Power sources
This projector 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,
please consult your appliance dealer or local
power company.
11. 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. Pay particular at-
tention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and points where they exit from the appliance.
12. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a fire or electric shock.
13. Objects and liquids
Never push objects of any kind through open-
ings of this projector as they may touch danger-
ous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liq-
uid of any kind on the projector.
14. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this projector yourself.
Refer all servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
15. Damage requiring service
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel un-
der the following conditions:
(a) If the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the projector.
(c) If the projector does not operate normally
after you follow the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. An improper
adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and may often require exten-
sive work by a qualified technician to re-
store the projector to its normal operation.
(d) If the projector has been exposed to rain
or water.
(e) If the projector has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
(f) If the projector exhibits a distinct change
in performance - this indicates a need for
service.
16. Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure
that the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or parts
having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
17. Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repair to this
projector, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks determining that the projector is
in a safe operating condition.
9. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation, ensuring reliable operation of the
projector and to protect it from overheating. Do
not block these openings or allow them to be
blocked by placing the projector on a bed, sofa,
rug, or bookcase. Ensure that there is adequate
ventilation and that the manufacturers instruc-
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WARNING:
Unplug immediately if there is
something wrong with your projector.
Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes
out of your projector. It might cause fire or electric
shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact
your dealer.
Never remove the cabinet.
This projector contains high voltage circuitry. An
inadvertent contact may result in an electric shock.
Except as specifically explained in the Owners
Guide, do not attempt to service this product
yourself. Please contact your dealer when you want
to fix, adjust or inspect the projector.
Do not modify this equipment.
It can lead to fire or electric shock.
If you break or drop the cabinet.
Do not keep using this equipment if you break or
drop it. Unplug the projector and contact your dealer
for inspection. It may lead to fire if you keep using
the equipment.
Do not face a lens to the sun.
It can lead to fire.
Use correct voltage.
If you use incorrect voltage, it can lead to fire.
Do not place the projector on uneven
surface. Level stable surface only.
Please do not place equipment on unstable surfaces.
Do not look into the lens when it is operating. It may
hurt your eyes.
Never let children look into the lens when it is on.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursu-
ant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.  This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital appara-
tus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of
the Department of Communications.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mitsubishi could void the users authority to oper-
ate this equipment.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF INDUSTRY CANADA
This Class [A] digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equip-
ment Regulations.
Do not turn off the main power
abruptly or unplug the projector
during operation.
It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or
other trouble.
Place of installation
For safety sake, refrain from setting the projector at any
place subjected to high temperature and high humidity.
Please maintain an operating temperature, humidity, and
altitude as specified below.
•Operating temperature: between +41°F (+5°C) and
+95°F (+35°C)
•Operating humidity:  between 30 and 90%
•Never put any heat-producing device under the pro-
jector so that the projector does not overheat.
•Do not attach the projector to a place that is un-
stable or subject to vibration.
•Do not install the projector near any equipment that
produces a strong magnetic field. Also refrain from
installing near the projector any cable carrying a
large current.
•Place the projector on a solid, vibration free sur-
face: otherwise it may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the prod-
uct.
•Do not stand the projector: it may fall, causing seri-
ous injury and damage to the projector.
•Place the projector within a slope of ±15˚. Slanting
the projector more than ±15˚ may cause trouble or
explosion of the lamp.
•Do not place the projector near air-conditioning unit
or heater to avoid hot air to the exhaust and venti-
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Overview of the projector
RGB LAMP
TEMP
CARDSOURCEMENU
ENTER
VOL
VIDEO
PC CARD
handle
Hold here to carry this projector.
remote control sensor (Front / Rear)
input source (RGB, VIDEO, PC CARD)
Use to select the input source you wish to watch. You can select PC CARD when 
the CARD indicator ON.
menu
Use to project menu display. 
direction
VOL +, -
Press to turn the volume up or down.  During playback 
of PC card, use to select group of the PC card.
 release button
Press to adjust the angle of projection.  See page 11.
exhaust slits
PC card eject
Press to eject the PC card.  See page 23.
enter
Use for MENU setting. See page 17. 
indicators
Normal On Menu On PC card
Adjust FINE (-) Set itemSelect previous image (Left)
Adjust FINE (+) Set itemSelect next image (Right)
—Select item (up)Select INDEX or FILE
—Select item (down)Select INDEX or FILE
POWER(  ) LAMP TEMP CARD Condition
Steady red Stand-by.
Steady green
Brinking greenPower is ON.
} 
Steady green
Steady green Steady green Blinking red Abnormal temperature warning (high temperature).*1
Steady red Steady red Abnormal temperature-OVER (high temperature).
The source lamp will be also turned off.
Steady green
Blinking red /greenLamp duration warning. (Lightning duration total about 1,500 hours.) *2
Steady red Steady red
Lamp duration-OVER. (Lightning duration total about 2,000 hours.)
Steady green Steady green Steady greenPC card inserted, off then no PC card.
focus ringUse to adjust the focus by turning it. See page 16.
zoom ringUse to magnify (or reduce) by turning it. See page 16.
PC card slot
This is where you insert the PC card. See page 23.
PC card slot cover button
Press down to open the PC card slot.  See page 23.
power
Use to turn the projector on or off when MAIN POWER is on.  To turn the projector off, press 
this button twice.
Important:
When the LAMP indicator blinks in green, the power switch cannot be used to switch 
ON and OFF. Begin operation only after the indicator has stopped blinking. 
See indicator table below for more information.
*1 : In the condition, the sign of  TEMP!! blinks red on the screen.
*2 : When the lamp has been used for about 1,900 hours, the message LAMP!! will appear on the screen. 
						

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PC analog RGB input
Use to input video signals (analog
RGB) of a personal computer.
(Pin assignment of Mini D-SUB 15P jack)
PIN NO. SPEC PIN NO. SPEC
1 R(RED)/CR9–
2G(GREEN)/Y10 GROUND
3B(BLUE)/CB11 GROUND
4 GROUND 12 –
5 GROUND 13 HD/CS
6 GROUND 14 VD
7 GROUND 15 –
8 GROUND
15
1115
RS-232C input
Use to control the projector with the
personal computer, or control the per-
sonal computer with remote control. Use
the provided RS-232C cable (Mini DIN
8P– D-SUB 9P) for the connection.
PIN NO. NAME I/O
1 TXD IN
2 RTS IN
3 DTR IN
4 GND –
5 CTS/5V IN/OUT
6 DCD/CLOCK OUT
7 RXD OUT
8 RI/DATA OUT
12
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power jack
See page 11.  MAIN power
I  : ON
O : OFF
RS-232 input (Mini DIN 8P)
Use to connect with personal computer when 
using the remote control as mouse, or control
the projector with the personal computer. line output (stereo mini jack)
Use to output PC audio if PC line 
in, or Audio input is connected.line input (stereo mini jack)
Use to input PC audio signals. See pages 13, 14. PC analog RGB input (mini D-SUB 15P)
Use to input RGB signal for PC or component 
signal for DVD etc. See pages 12 - 14.
video/audio input
Use to input video and 
audio. See page 12. PC analog RGB output
 (mini D-SUB 15P)
Use to output RGB signal from RGB 
input. See pages 12 - 14.
LINE-OUT RGB-OUT RGB-IN
S-VIDEO VIDEO
INPUTL-AUDIO-R LINE-INRS-232C
(MONO)
LINE-OUT RGB-OUT RGB-IN
S-VIDEO VIDEO
INPUTL-AUDIO-R LINE-INRS-232C
(MONO)
Bottom side
filter cover
adjustment foot (up and down)
adjustment foot (right and left) Front
lamp lid
Caution:
Do not replace the lamp right after using 
the projector. The lamp is very hot. 
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Overview of the remote control
card auto play 
Press to start auto play function of the 
PC CARD. See page 24.  The buttons with 
*mark work as same 
as the buttons on the projector.
PC card release
Press this button to be able to eject PC 
card. Make sure to press this button all the 
time to eject the PC card. See page 23. 
* input source
still
Use to freeze the image. See page 22.
* power
right click
This operates in the same way as the right 
button on the computer mouse. 
See page 31.
* direction auto position
Use to adjust the position of Personal 
computer image. See page 16.
* +, - (volume) * menu
mouse pointer
Use to move the cursor on the image, 
instead of the computer mouse. See 
page 31.
* enter
ENTER
R-CLICKLASER POWER
RGB VIDEO
PC CARD
AUTOPLAY
RELEASEAUTO
POSITION
MENU
STILL
VOLUME EXPAND
laser
Pressing the button emits laser beam. 
expand
Use to expand the image. See page 22. 
left click
This operates in the same 
way as the left button on 
the computer mouse. 
See 
page 31.
About laser beam
This remote control is the class 2 (max. output 1mW
laser diode 645nm) laser equipment.
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
WAVE LENGTH : 645nm
MAX OUTPUT : 1mW
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
CAUTION :
Pressing the LASER button provided remote con-
trol emits laser beam. Do not look into the beam
light directly. Do not point the laser beam to people.
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Battery installation
Use two AA size batteries.
1. Remove the back cover of the remote control by pushing the battery compartment door in the direction of the
arrow.
2. Load the batteries making sure that they are positioned correctly (+ to +, and - to -).
3. Replace the back cover.
Important:
•Do not use a new battery with an old one.
•Load batteries in the correct position.
•Do not heat, take apart, or throw batteries into fire.
•Do not try to recharge batteries.  Do not use rechargeable batteries.
•If the alkaline solution of alkaline batteries comes in contact with your skin or clothes, rinse with water.  If
the solution comes in contact with your eyes, rinse them with water and then consult your doctor.
Operation area
The range for operation is about 10m when the remote control points to the projector.  The distance to the screen
back to the projector must be less than 7m. Depending on the type of the screen, the distance is different.
Important:
Avoid the direct sunlight or fluorescent light to the remote control sensor. Also keep the distance of more than 2 m
between the remote control sensor and fluorescent lamp.  The remote control may not work correctly.
20˚
15˚20˚
15˚
30˚ 30˚
20˚20˚
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Preparing the projector for operation
Orientation of the projector
Picture size can be set by changing the distance between the screen and the projector.
Front projection
To find the approximate distance
between the projector and screen:
Multiply the width of the screen
✕ 2.0 (max.) , Multiply the width of
the screen ✕ 2.5 (min.).
• Refer to the chart to recom-
mended distances in maximum
zoom and minimum zoom.
Diagonal size
 (inch)
23 
40 
60 
80 
100 
150 
200 
245 
Height inches
 (inch)
13.8 
24 
36 
48 
60 
90 
120 
147 Width feet
 (inch)
18.4 
32 
48 
64 
80 
120 
160 
196 
ScreenDistance from screen (L) / (approximate)
Maximum
zoom (min.)
(cm)
–
155
236
317
399
602
805
988(cm)
11 2
201
305
410
513
774
1034
– (inch)
–
61.0 
92.9 
125 
157 
237 
317 
389 (inch)
44.1 
79.1 
120 
161 
202 
305 
407 
–
SCREEN
Front projection, ceiling mount
For ceiling mount, you need the ceiling mount
bracket.  For more detail, ask your dealer.
•Projected images may appear darker when the
unit is used as a ceiling installation than when it
is used in the tabletop position. This does not
signify a product malfunction.
Rear projection
Ask a specialist for installation.  For more detail, ask
your dealer.Minimum
zoom (max.)
SCREEN
Caution:
•Placing the projector on a carpet reduces ventila-
tion from the fan on the bottom and might cause
problems. Place a hard board or similar item
under the projector to facilitate ventilation of the
unit.
•Place the projector more than 20 in. from the wall
to prevent blocking the intake, exhaust slots and
ventilation of this projector because hot air comes
out of it.
•Do not use the projector under the following
circumstances, which may cause fire or electric
shock.
•in a dusty or humid place
•while the projector is lying sideways or upside
down.
•near a heater
•in a kitchen or oily, smoky or damp place
•in direct sunlight
•with high temperature, such as the closed car
•where the temperature is lower than 41°F or
higher than 95°F
Important:
•Do not put stress on the lens or focus ring, as this
may damage them.
•Keep your room dark while using the projector. The
image cannot be seen clearly in a bright place.
L (between the screen and head of 
     the projector)
screen
• The above numbers are the design numbers, and may be slightly different from the actual numbers.
•For rear projection, set IMAGE REVERSE in
INSTALLATION menu to MIRROR.  See Page 18.