Mitsubishi X100a Projector User Manual

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7. Repeat steps 4 to 6 for other images.
8. Choose [
Save presentation...] under the [File] menu.
9. Choose [E
xit] under the [File] menu to quit from PCV.
Editing the presentation
Delete the image
1. Select the image to be deleted.
2. Choose [
Delete image...] under the [File] menu.
Sequencing
A. Exchange images
You can exchange the images among images next to each other.
1. Select an image to be exchanged.
2. Drag the image and drop on the next or previous image.
B. Move images
You can move images to another position.
1. Select an image to be moved.
2. Drag the image and drop it on the other image (except next or
previous image).
The image will be moved to the previous position of the dropped
image.
Move images to another presentation file
You can move images to another presentation file.
1. Select an image to be moved.
2. Drag the image and drop on another presentation window.
The image will be moved to the last position of the dropped presentation.
•By using Cut, Copy & Paste,  you can also edit the presentation.
Preview an image
1. Select an image to be previewed.
2. Double click the image.
The preview image appears on the displays.
Display image information
1. Click the image by using the right button of the mouse.
The image information window appears.
2. Choose OK to close the image information window. 
						

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Note: If the only serial port is a “modem/printer”, use it.
Projector + NEC PC 98 and EPSON series Projector + Macintosh Note: If your PC (IBM or IBM compatible) is equipped only with a 25-pin serial port connector,
a 25-pin serial port adapter is required. Contact your dealer for details.
RS-232C cable  RS-232C
adapter for NEC
(option)
to RS-232C terminalto RS-232C terminal
B. PCGC (Personal Computer Graphic Control)
By connecting to personal computer is RS-232C port, you can operate your computer with the projec-
tor remote control. Also you can set the menu setting of the projector by computer.
Connection
Control cable
• RS-232C cable (reverse)
• RS-232C adapter for Macintosh
• RS-232C adapter for NEC 98 series
Projector + IBM PC or IBM PC compatibles (DOS/V)
RS-232C cable to Com1 
Comportto RS-232C
terminal
RS-232C cable  RS-232C adapter 
for Macintosh
to modem port to RS-232C terminal
Advanced feature with PC (continued) 
						

							43 Installation of software
For Macintosh
1.  Insert the floppy disk of PROJECTOR DRIVER (2/5) PCGC (Mac) to the floppy disk drive.
2.  Copy PCGC” folder to anywhere on the hard disk.
For Microsoft
® Windows®
1.  Start up Microsoft® Windows®.
2. Insert the floppy disk labeled PROJECTOR DRIVER (1/5) PCGC (Win) to the floppy disk drive.
If  you use the Microsoft
® Windows® 95 Operating System or a more recent version
3. Click the [Start] button and select the [Run (
R)] command. Then the  [Run] dialog box is dis-
played. Move onto step 4.
If  you use the Microsoft
® Windows® Operating system Version 3.1
3. Select the [Run (
R)] command on the icon menu so that the dialog box [Run] dialog box is dis-
played.
4. If you insert the floppy disk to drive A, type [A:\Setup] in the command line text box and click
the OK button. The letter [A] may be different according to the drive you use.
5.  When the setup program starts up, follow the on-screen instructions.
6.  When the message “Finished” appears on screen, click the [OK] button to complete the installa-
tion.
Starting up PCGC
Double click the [PCGC] icon in the setup folder to start up PCGC.
•Do not use SpacePointer during the PCGC operation.
A. Indicator and main menu control window
VIDEO1
LAMP TEMPCARD1
VIDEO2
RGB1
RGB2
PC1
PC2NORMAL
ENHANCED
POINTER
AUDIO
OPTION
QUIT
CARD2FilePCGCWindow Help
Indicators
(Same as on the projec-
tor. See pages 8 and 9.)
•Each indicator may
not match the one of
those on the control
panel.
Input selector
Click to select an input source.
The input sources are; VIDEO1, VIDEO2, RGB1, RGB2, PC1
and PC2. You can only select PC1 or PC2 when the PC card is
inserted in the projector. Power button and indicator
Use to turn the projector on or off
when MAIN POWER is on. When in
standby mode, this indicator lights
up red. When the projector is fully
“ON”, the button lights up green.Main MENU selector
Click to select sub menu.
The sub menus are
NORMAL, ENHANCED,
POINTER, AUDIO and
OPTION. To quit this
software click QUIT. 
						

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B. Sub menu control window
The window is changed according to the selected position of the main menu selection.
C. Remote control window
CONTRASTPCGC
BRIGHTNESS TINT COLOR
GAMMA CORRECTION
R / G / B
RESET
  0
R / G / B
USER
  0  0  0
Remote
FOCUS/ZOOM ENTER
PinP REAL
AUTO FRAME
CAPTURE
Note:
•When you operate the PCGC, do not use SpacePointer.
•Make sure proper connection shave been made, or else the PCGC will not start up.
•When you operate the PCGC, switch off the menu display on the projector.
When you operate the PCGC, be sure not to press any buttons on the control panel on the projec-
tor (except the POWER button).
Caution:
•Mitsubishi is not responsible for any complications caused by the use of this PCGC software.
For improvement, Mitsubishi Electric America reserves the right to change or alter any or all
specification or design of this remote control and the content of the owners guide without any
prior notice.
•No part of this software and owners guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in
a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form by any means. Otherwise, this
will be considered as a copyright infringement.
Advanced feature with PC (continued) 
						

							45 C. SpacePointer
The remote control provides remote PC operation for presentation from PC. (Space pointer)
Connection
The connection is the same as for PCGC. Refer to page 42.
Installation of software
For Macintosh
1. Insert the floppy disk of PROJECTOR DRIVER (4/5) POINTER DRIVER (Mac) to the floppy
disk drive.
2. Copy Space pointer in the “US” folder to the system folder.
3. Restart the Macintosh.
For Microsoft
® Windows®
1.  Start up Microsoft® Windows®.
2. Insert the floppy disk labeled PROJECTOR DRIVER (3/5) POINTER DRIVER (Win) to the
floppy disk drive.
If  you use the Microsoft
® Windows® 95 Operating System or a more recent version
3. Click the [Start] button and select the [Run (
R)] command. Then the  [Run] dialog box is dis-
played.
4. If you insert the floppy disk to drive A, type [A:\win95\Setup] in the command line text box and
click the OK button. The letter [A] may be different according to the drive you use.
5. When the setup program starts up, follow the on-screen instructions.
6. When the message “Finished” appears on screen, click the [OK] button to complete the installa-
tion.
If  you use the Microsoft
® Windows® Operating system Version 3.1
3. Select the [Run (
R)] command on the icon menu so that the dialog box [Run] is displayed.
4. If you insert the floppy disk to drive A, type [A:\win31\Install] in the command line text box
and click the OK button. The letter [A] may be different according to the drive you use.
5. Select the [Installation (I)] command on the installation menu.
6. When the setup program starts up, follow the on-screen instructions.
7. When the message “Finished” appears on screen, click the [OK] button to complete the installa-
tion.
Operation of PC by remote control
The remote control provides remote PC operation for presentation from PC.
1. Press the SOURCE button to select RGB1 or RGB2.
2. Press the START/STOP button to ON.
The operation indicator will be illuminated.
3. Confirm that the cursor of the projector does not appear on the screen. If the cursor does appear,
press the CURSOR button to OFF.
You can use the SELECT, CANCEL and DOUBLE CLICK button in the same way as the button
on the mouse. You can also move the cursor of PC by using the remote control. For cursor moving,
see page 13.
4. Press the START/STOP button to exit from PC control mode. 
						

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Setting of SpacePointer
You can set the several settings in the Space Pointer control panel in the control panel folder.
SpacePointer
SpacePointer®
Enable/Disable
SLOW
Help Apply
Cancel
OKFAST Enable
ON
COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4Disable
OFF ReceiverCheck
ConnectPort
Port selection
Used to select the port connected to
the projector.
Tracking speed
If you click Fast, the cursor moves
more than twice as fast as you move
the space pointer. When you first try
the remote control, set it to slow.
Uninstallation of software
For Macintosh
1. Move Space pointer in the control panel folder in the system folder to “Trash”.
2. Restart the Macintosh.
For Microsoft
® Windows®
1. Start up Microsoft® Windows®.
2. Insert the floppy disk labeled PROJECTOR DRIVER (3/5) POINTER DRIVER (Win) to the
floppy disk drive.
If  you use the Microsoft
® Windows® 95 Operating System or a more recent version
3. Click the [Start] button and select the [Run (
R)] command. Then the  [Run] dialog box is dis-
played.
4. If you insert the floppy disk to drive A, type [A:\win95\Spuninst] in the command line text box
and click the OK button. The letter [A] may be different according to the drive you use.
5.  When the setup program starts up, follow the on-screen instructions.
6.  When the message “Finished” appears on screen, click the [OK] button to complete the installa-
tion.
If  you use the Microsoft
® Windows® Operating system Version 3.1
3. Select the [Run (
R)] command on the icon menu so that the dialog box [Run] is displayed.
4. If you insert the floppy disk to drive A, type [A:\win31\Install] in the command line text box
and click the OK button. The letter [A] may be different according to the drive you use.
5. Select the [Uninstallation (U)] command on the installation menu.
6.  When the setup program starts up, follow the on-screen instructions.
7.  When the message “Finished” appears on screen, click the [OK] button to complete the installa-
tion.
Unselectable
Enable/Disable
For normal use set to Enable. If you do
not use SpacePointer, set to Disable.
Advanced feature with PC (Continued) 
						

							47 Cleaning the air-filter
Clean the air-filter frequently. If the filter or ventilation slots become clogged with dirt or dust, the
temperature inside of the projector may rise and shut of the power (the thermal indicator starts to
blink red). Caution:
Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you perform
any maintenance on the projector.
Maintenance
1. Press and raise the air-filter cover with a screwdriver
(-).
2. Wash the air-filter.
Use water or a mild detergent diluted with water to clean the filter. Rinse the filter thoroughly
and let it dry completely. If the filter is damaged or becomes extremely dirty, contact your dealer
for replacement information.
3. Attach the air filter to the cover.
4. Reinstall the air-filter cover.
Note: The power will notturn on if the air-filter cover is improperly installed.
Caution:
Be sure to use the projector with an air-filter. If not, dust may get inside the projector, causing a fire
or a breakdown.
Cleaning the projector and the ventilation slots
Use a soft cloth to clean the projector and the ventilation slots. When the slots become dirty, wipe
them with a soft cloth dampened with a diluted mild detergent, and then wipe them with a dry cloth.
To protect the surface of the projector from fading or deteriorating:
•   Do not spray insecticide on or inside the projector.
• Do not use benzine or thinner to clean it.
• Do not let rubber or plastic materials come into contact with the projector.
Cleaning  the lens
Use a standard lens-cleaning brush or a piece of lens tissue dampened with lens cleaning fluid. The
lens surface is fragile. Use only recommended, nonabrasive lens-cleaning materials. Do not touch the
lens with your fingers.
FILTER
FILTER COVER 
						

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Replacement of a light source lamp
The light source lamp is designed to project the image on the LCD panel. When the light source lamp
no longer functions, replace it with a new one to ensure optimum performance.
Caution:
•Do not remove the light source lamp from inside of this equipment immediately after using the
projector, you may get burned because of the high temperature of the light source lamp.
•When you replace the light source lamp, press the power button to power off, then wait for 120
seconds in stand-by mode to cool down the lamp and LCD panels. Turn off  the main switch,
unplug the power code from the outlet and wait one hour so that the lamp is cool to the touch.
•Do not remove the light source lamp except for replacement. Careless treatment can cause injury
or fire.
•Do not touch the lamp directly. It may be broken and may cause you to injure or burn yourself.
•Be sure not to drop the lamp lid screw into the projector. Also be sure also not to insert metal or
any flammable objects, it may cause fire or an electric shock. If any objects are inserted, please
unplug and contact your dealer.
•Install the lamp securely, failure to do so it may cause a fire.
1. Loosen the screw of the lamp lid on the top cover using a
screw driver(-) or a coin, and remove the lid.
Important:
Be careful not to damage the electric wire connected to
this equipment.
2. Use a screwdriver (+) to loosen the two lamp screws.
Use a soft cloth to cover the lamp.
3. Hold onto the projector by the handle as your pull out the
lamp.
Caution:
For the lamp you have removed, do not spill liquid on it,
place it near flammable objects or where children can touch
it. Otherwise, it will cause injury or fire.Loosen here
Screws of the lamp
Handle 
						

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4. Hold onto the projector by the handle and insert it securely
into the projector body.
•Be sure that the projector guide is firmly inserted between
the right and left lamp guides.
Do not touch the lamp directly, place a cloth over the
replacement lamp.
Important:
•Replace with same type lamp rated.
•Avoid squeezing the light sources lamp or getting
finger prints on it. Mishandling the lamp can shorten the lamp life, cause it to burst during
operation or reduce its illumination.
5. Tighten up the two screws of the lamp using a screwdriver (+).
6. Tighten up the screw of the lamp lid using a screwdriver (-) or a coin.
Important:
The projector will not turn on if you do not secure the lamp lid.
7. Plug in the power cord, switch on the projector and reset lamp time by pressing the 
,  and
POWER buttons simultaneously.
Purchase of the light source lamp
The expected life of the metal halide light source lamp is 1,300  hours. However, to maintain opti-
mum performance, it is recommended that the light source lamp be replaced at 1,000 hour intervals.
When the lamp no longer works well, replace it with a new one specified for this projector. Consult
your dealer, for recommended replacement lamps.
The life of the lamp
The average life of the lamp for the projector is about 1,300 hours of consecutive use. The lamp
indicator will blink in red after approximately 1,000 hours.  When the lamp has been used for about
1,200 hours, the message “PLEASE CHANGE THE LAMP.” will appear on the screen. When the
lamp has been used for about 1,300 hours, the projector will automatically shut off for the safety of
the lamp and the power indicator light up in red. The projector cannot be used until the lamp has
been replaced.
Caution:
•The light source lamp is fragile. Be careful not to cut yourself with the fragments.
•The lamp life depends on the environment. For replacement lamps, please contact your dealer.
The projector automatically shuts off when the lamp is used up in about
1,300 hours and not used until  lamp replacement. 
						

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Indicators / TEMP, LAMP, POWER
The projector has three indicators each of which shows the working condition of the projector.
•Though the LAMP and TEMP indicators are on the main menu control window of PCGC, the each
indicator may not match the one of those on the control panel.
INDICATOR
TEMP
INDICATORSHOWS
blinking redCONDITION
•Unusual temperature
Normal
Lamp is almost used up.
•Lamp is used up.
•The power is not turned on.(Power indicator lights up red.)
Standby
Power-on Steady greenSteady redSteady red
Steady green
Blinking red LAMP
INDICATOR
POWER
INDICATOR The following offers solutions to possible problems. If a problem persists, turn the projector off
and consult your dealer.
LAMP
SOURCEFREEZE
/CAPTURE
TEMP
The power is turned off
and the POWER indicator
lights up red.
•The ventilation slots or air
filter is clogged with dust
or debris.
•The fan has stopped due
to an impediment.
•The location temperature
is too high.
•The filter is dirty.
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
• Remove the object from
the ventilation slot.
• Pull out the power
plug and remove the
object. If you cannot,
consult your dealer.
• Relocate the projector
to a cooler place.
• Clean the filter.
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Replace the lamp.
Exchange with a new
lamp if the same
problem recurs.
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