Mitsubishi X100 Projector User Manual

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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.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8PIN NO.
9
10
11
12
13
14
15SPEC
-
GROUND
GROUND
-
HD/CS
VD
- SPEC
R(RED) / Cr
G(GREEN) / Y
B(BLUE) / Cb
GROUND
GROUND
GROUND
GROUND
GROUND
RS-232C input
• Connect here when you control this Projector with a personal computer
using PCGC (personal computer graphic controller) or with a remote
controller using SpacePointer function.
• The Pin assignment is DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) type.
• Please use RS-232C crossover cable provided.
(Pin assignment of D-SUB 9P jack)
ventilation slots
Used to protect the projector from overheating. 
See page 47.
ventilation air filter
This prevents dust from entering inside the 
projector. See page 47. foot adjustment
Use to adjust the angle of the projector.
See page 15.
Note:  Be sure to retract them when       
            packing up the projector.
PIN NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9CODE
CD
RD
SD
ER
SG
DR
RS
CS
CINAME
Carrier Detect
Receive Data(RXD)
Send Data(TXD)
Equipment Ready(DTR)
Signal Ground
Data Set Ready(DSR)
Request to Send(RTS)
Clear to Send(CTS)
Ring Indicator
Bottom sideNOTE
not connected
connected to inner circuit
connected to inner circuit
connected to inner circuit
connected to inner circuit
connected to inner circuit
connected to inner circuit
connected to inner circuit
not connectedI/O
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
INPUT
INPUT
1 5
116
10
15
1
695 
						

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Overview of the remote control
The operations of these buttons varies as follows depending on the modes selected:
Normal
On Menu
On PC
card Menu
PinP
EXPAND$ $$ $
$
Adjust FINE  (-)
Select the setting
item (Left)
Select the image
(Left)
–
Expand different
area (Left)% %% %
%
Adjust FINE(+)
Select the setting
item (Right)
Select the image
(Right)
–
Expand different
area (Right)} }} }
}
Adjust FOCUS or
ZOOM (-)
Set or select the
setting  (Down)
Select the image
(Down)
Switch still pictures
(main or sub)
Expand different
area (Down){ {{ {
{
Adjust FOCUS or
ZOOM  (+)
Set or select the
setting  (Up)
Select the image
(Up)
Switch still pictures
(main or sub)
Expand different
area (Up)adjust -
–
–
Select the
group (-)
Recapture of the
still picture
Set the expand
rate (-)adjust +
–
–
Select the
group (+)
Select the input
source of PinP
Set the expand
rate (+)
input source (input)
Use to select the input source 
you wish to watch. See page 23.
start/stop
Use to turn the PC control 
mode or cursor operation mode 
on or off. See pages 33, 45. cancel
This operates in the same way as 
the right button on the computer 
mouse. See pages 33, 45.
power
Use to turn the projector on or off 
when MAIN POWER is on. To turn 
the projector off, press this button 
twice. See page 22.
focus / zoom
Use to change the mode of the      or 
   buttons, FOCUS or ZOOM. See 
page 23.
expand
Use to expand the image. See page 
34.
menu, enter,     ,     ,     , 
Used for MENU setting (see page 
25), and used to make FOCUS, 
ZOOM or FINE adjustments. See 
the table as shown below.
PinP
Press to turn on the PinP  
(Picture in Picture) image, 
or to cancel it. See page 35.
native
Press to change the size of the  
image to native or full screen. See 
page 16.
adjust - / +
See the table as shown below.
cursor
Press to display the cursor. Also 
used to change the mode of PC 
control or cursor operation, when 
the projector  is connected to a 
personal computer with RS-
232C. See pages 33, 45.
double click
This operates in the same way as 
double clicking the left button on the 
computer mouse. See pages 33, 45. select
This operates in the same way as 
the left button on the computer 
mouse. See pages 33, 45. operation indicator
When the operation button is 
pressed, this indicator blinks. When 
the PC mode or cursor operation 
mode is on, this indicator lights up. 
See pages 33, 45.
capture
Use to freeze the image. When the 
PC card is inserted, you can record 
the image. See page 36.
icon 
Press to display the icon menu. See 
page 33.
auto
Use to adjust the position of the 
image. See page 23.
NATIVE PinP
ENTER
SOURCE
AUTOCURSOR
POWERSTART/STOP
SELECT
MENU
+-
FOCUS
/ZOOM
DOUBLE
CLICKCANCEL
EXPAND
CAPTURE
ICON 
						

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Important:
•The select, double click, cancel and start/stop buttons are used for PC control. See page 45.
•To save battery power, turn off the operation indicator by pressing the START/STOP button when
not in use.
•To save battery power, the operation indicator will turn off if the remote control is not operated
for a period of 5 minutes.
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:
1. Do not use a new battery with an old one.
2. Load batteries in the correct position.
3. Do not heat, take apart, or throw batteries into fire.
4. Do not try to recharge batteries.  Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. 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 with remote control for PC mode or cursor operation mode
To move the cursor, press the START/STOP button to ON and move the head of the remote control in
the direction you want the cursor to move. This remote control gives you complete 360˚ control of the
cursor direction.
12 3
Move to right Move to left
Move upward
Move downward
Important:
Point the remote control at the projection screen or at the front or rear of the projector. The range for
optimum operation is about 25 feet. If you point the remote at the projection screen, the distance to
the screen and back to the projector must be less than 25 feet. 
						

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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.
Diagonal size
 (inch)
20 
40 
60 
80 
100 
120 
140 
160 
180 
200 
300 
Height inches
 (inch)
12 
24 
36 
48 
60 
72 
84 
96 
108 
120 
180 
Distance from screen (L) /
(inches) (approximate)
Width feet
 (inch)
16
32 
48 
64 
80 
96 
112 
128 
144 
160 
240 
Screen
Minimum
zoom (max.)
37
78
119
160
201
242
283
324
365
406
–
Maximum
zoom (min.)
–
59
91
122
154
185
217
248
280
311
468
Height projected
image (H) / (inches)
(approximate)
1.5
3.0
4.5
6.0
7.5
9.0
10.5
12.0
13.5
15.0
22.5
L (between the screen and center of the head of the lens-barrel)
H (height)
screenTo find the approximate distance
between the projector and screen:
Multiply the width of the screen
x 1.85 
 1.95 (max.) ,
Multiply the width of the screen
x 2.33 
 2.53 (min.) ,
• Refer to the chart to recom-
mended distaces in maximum
zoom and minimum zoom.
Caution:
•Placing the projector on a carpet reduces ventilation 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 8 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
• 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. 
						

							15 Adjusting the angle of projection
•Screen on a flat wall with a 90˚ angle to the floor.
•Align projector to produce a full screen display as illustrated on page 14.
•Distance from projector to screen must be compatible with screen size chart on page 14. Note
distance from screen chart.
•If image is not square on screen, try adjusting the front feet of the projector for proper angle.
foot adjustment
screen
Getting ready for projection
1. Connect the power cord provided to this projector with the power jack of the projector.
2. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
3. Take off the lens cap.
4. Do not look directly into the lens when projector is “ON”.
Warning:
•A three-pin grounding type power plug is used with the projector. Do not remove the grounding
pin on the power plug. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet.
•The supplied power cord is used for 120V only. Never connect to any outlet or power supply
having a different voltage or frequency. If you connect to the power supply having a different
voltage, please use the appropriate power cord.
•Do not place an object on the power cord and keep the projector away from heat source to avoid
breaking the power cord. A broken of power cord can cause fire or electric shock.
•Do not revise or alter the power cord otherwise it may cause fire or electric  shock.
Contact your dealer if the cord is broken.
Caution:
• Plug in firmly and unplug by holding the plug, not by pulling the cable out.
• Do not plug in or out  with wet hands.  It may cause an electric shock.
Plug in the provided
power cord directly.
ground
terminal 
						

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Basic connections
example of usable computer
DOS machine
Apple Macintosh
Apple Macintosh
Apple Macintosh
Apple Macintosh
NEC PC98
Video card etc.
Video card etc.
Video card etc.
Video card etc.
Video card etc.
signal mode
AT (VGA)
MAC (13 inch mode)
MAC (16 inch mode)
MAC (19 inch mode)
MAC (21 inch mode)
PC98
SVGA
XGA
SXGA
SXGA
SXGAhorizontal frequency (KHz)
60, 72, 75, 85
67
75
75
75
56, 70
56, 60, 72, 75, 85
43, 60, 70, 75, 85
70, 75, 85
60, 75
60, 72, 75
resolution (H ✕ V)
640 ✕ 480
640 ✕ 480
832 ✕ 624
1024 ✕ 768
1152 ✕ 870
640 ✕ 400
800 ✕ 600
1024 ✕ 768
1152 ✕ 864
1280 ✕ 960
1280 ✕ 1024
• The projector is not compatible with SYNC on G (Green) of an SXGA signal.
• The projector is not compatible with an SXGA signal increased by the interlacing method.
• The picture with a SYNC on G (Green) signal may be tinged with green.
• The picture with a SYNC on G (Green) signal may vibrate.
Specification of RGB signals in each computer mode of the projector
By pressing the NATIVE button of the remote control, it will switch to the screen displaying the
picture as its original size (real screen display).  In the real screen display, pictures will be black-
framed when picture resolution is lower than 1,024
 ✕ 768.
Any part of the picture will not be affected, if the picture resolution is higher than 1,024
 ✕ 768.
Pressing the EXPAND/PinP button on the control panel also switches to the real screen display.  Keep
holding the EXPAND/PinP button until the real screen display appears.
Important:
• Some computers may not be compatible with the projector.
• The projectors maximum resolution is 1,024
 ✕ 768. pixel.  It may not be displayed correctly for the
pictures of higher resolutions than 1,024
 ✕ 768.
• For the signals of the other format than the above, please make setting in the preset menu. (See
page 32.) This projector can be connected to equipment such as VCRs, video cameras, videodisc players, and
personal computers having analog RGB input.
Important:
• Make sure that your equipment is turned off before connection.
• Match the color of video and audio plugs on the AV cable with each terminal.
• Plug in firmly and unplug by holding the plug, not by pulling the cable out.
• If connected units are set too close to one another, the image may be affected. Setting connected
units too close to one another affects the image.
• Refer to the owners guide of each component for details of connections, .
To connect to IBM PC or IBM PC compatibles.
To connect to Macintosh.
To connect to the series of PC-98, EPSON PC.
To connect to AV equipment.
Specification of RGB signals in each computer mode of this projector 
						

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Order of turning on / off
Turn on equipment in the following order to avoid trouble.
1. PC monitor
2. AV equipment
3. Projector
4. Personal computer
Turn off the equipment in the reverse order.
Important:
Some computers may not be compatible with this projector.
Cables and adapters
To connect personal computers to this projector, the following cables and adapters are necessary.  The
overview might be different from the picture below.
RGB cables  (mini D-SUB 15P plug)
PIN NO.
1
2
3
•
•
•
13
14
15 PIN NO.
1
2
3
•
•
•
13
14
15MINI D-SUB 15PMINI D-SUB 15P
Note:   The pins numbered 5, 9, 12 and 15 are not connected.
MINI D-SUB 15P D-SUB15P
12345678910
ON
Note: Set the dip switch to the appropriate position.
Display Resolution Dip switch
mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
13 inch 640 ✕ 480
ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF16 inch 832 ✕ 624ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF19 inch 1024 ✕ 768ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON ON OFFOFF OFF21 inch 1152 ✕ 870ON ON ON ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF% RGB Conversion adapter for MAC (mini D-SUB 15P jack - mini D-SUB 15P plug)
PIN NO.
1
3
5
8
2
4
6
12
14
15
     SHELL PIN NO.
1
2
3
5
6
7
8
10
13
14
SHELL      
MINI D-SUB 15P D-SUB15P
RGB Conversion adapter for NEC PC (Option) 
						

							18 Projector + IBM PC or IBM PC compatibles (DOS)
Make sure that your equipment is turned off before connection.
Important:
•Connectors or analog RGB output adapters may be necessary depending on the personal computer
connected to this projector.  Please contact your dealer.
•The audio input for a personal computer is the stereo mini-jack. There are some personal computers
that have different types of audio outputs or none at all. Please ask your dealer for details.
•For connection details, refer to the owners guide of each component.
to VGA
monitor port
desktop computer
RGB cable RGB cable
to PC-AUDIO
to PC audio 
output to PC 
monitor
to PC-1 IN
to PC-1 OUT
to VGA
monitor port
to VGA
monitor port
desktop computer
notebook computer
RGB cable
to PC audio 
output
to PC-1 IN
to PC-AUDIO
When outputting to both a PC monitor and the projector
Basic connections (continue) 
						

							19 Projector + Macintosh
Make sure that your equipment is turned off before connection.
Important:
•A monitor output adapter is necessary for a Macintosh if it has no video port. Contact your dealer.
•If you use the RGB conversion adapter provided, set the dip switch to the appropriate position. See
page 17.
•Connectors or analog RGB output adapters may be necessary depending on the personal computer
connected to this projector.  Please contact your dealer.
•The audio input for a personal computer is the stereo mini jack. There are some personal computers
that have different types of audio outputs or none at all. Please ask your dealer for details.
•For connection details, refer to the owners guide for each component.
•When outputting to both a PC monitor and the projector, use an Apple Macintosh monitor or multiscan
monitor corresponding to Composite Sync.
to video portdesktop 
computer
RGB Conversion
adapter for MACMonitor 
Conversion
adapter
RGB cable Monitor cable
to PC-AUDIO
to PC audio 
output to PC
monitor
to PC-1 IN
to PC-1 OUT
12345678910
ON
When outputting to both a PC monitor and the projector
to video port
to video port
desktop computer
Power Book
RGB Conversion
adapter for MACRGB cable
to PC-AUDIO
to PC audio 
output
to PC-1 IN
12345678910
ON 
						

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to PC-AUDIO
desktop computer
RGB cable
to analog RGB display 
connector
notebook computer
RGB Conversion
adapter for NEC
PC
to analog RGB
display connector
to PC audio 
outputto PC-IN1
to PC-AUDIO
desktop computer
RGB cableRGB Conversion
adapter for NEC
PC Monitor cable
Monitor 
Conversion
adapter
to analog RGB
display connector
to PC audio 
output
to PC-IN1
to PC
monitorto PC-1 OUT
When outputting to both a PC monitor and the projector
Projector + NEC PC-98 and EPSON PC series
Make sure that your equipment is turned off before connection.
Important:
•Connectors or analog RGB output adapters may be necessary depending on the personal computer
connected to this projector.  Please contact your dealer.
•The audio input for a personal computer is the stereo mini jack. There are some personal comput-
ers that have different type or no audio outputs. Please ask your dealer for details.
•For connection details, refer to the owners guide of each component.
Basic connections (continue)