Mitsubishi Xd3500u Dlp Projector User Manual

							XD3500
This User Manual is important to you.
Please read it before using your projector.
DLP™ PROJECTOR
MODEL
XD3500U
User Manual 
						

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 fl ash 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 suffi cient 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 literature 
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 EXTENSION 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 specifi ed power supply cord. If 
you use another power supply cord, it may cause 
interference with radio and television reception.
This apparatus must be grounded.
DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS WHEN 
THE PROJECTOR IS IN THE POWER ON MODE.CAUTION
Not for use in a computer room as defi ned in the 
Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/
Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75. 
						

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Contents
Important safeguards ........................................................................................................................ 4
Preparing your projector .................................................................................................................... 6
Using the remote control ................................................................................................................... 9
Setting up your projector ................................................................................................................. 10
Viewing computer images ............................................................................................................... 13
Viewing video images ...................................................................................................................... 19
Menu operation ............................................................................................................................... 25
Adjusting projected images ............................................................................................................. 33
Advanced features .......................................................................................................................... 37
Indicators ......................................................................................................................................... 42
Replacing the lamp ......................................................................................................................... 43
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 46
Specifi cations .................................................................................................................................. 50
Trademark, Registered trademark
•  DLP™, Digital Micromirror Device, DMD and BrilliantColor™ are all trademarks of Texas Instruments.
•  HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC.
•  Macintosh is registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
•  The trademark of PJLink is trademark applied for registration or registered trademark in Japan, the United States, 
and other countries and areas.
•  Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. 
						

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Important safeguards
Please read all these instructions regarding your 
projector and retain them for future reference. Follow 
all warnings and instructions marked on the 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 operating 
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Instructions
  All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Cleaning
  Unplug this projector from the wall outlet before 
cleaning it. Do not use liquid aerosol cleaners. 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 fi re, electric 
shock or other personal injury.
7.  Water and moisture
  Do not use this projector near water or in contact 
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 manufacturer’s instructions and should use 
a mounting accessory recommended by the 
manufacturer.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 attention to cords at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and points where they exit from the 
appliance. Do not put the power cord under a 
carpet.
12. Overloading
  Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords 
as this can result in a fi re or electric shock.
13. Objects and liquids
  Never push objects of any kind through openings 
of this projector as they may touch dangerous 
voltage points or short-out parts that could result 
in a fi re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any 
kind on the projector.
14. Servicing
 
Do not attempt to service this projector by yourself. 
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. 
15. Damage requiring service
  Unplug this projector from the wall outlet and refer 
servicing to qualifi ed service personnel under the 
following conditions:
(a)  If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
(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 extensive work by a qualifi ed 
technician to restore 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 specifi ed by the manufacturer or parts 
having the same characteristics as the original 
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fi re, 
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.   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.
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 manufacturer’s instructions 
have been adhered to. 
						

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Important safeguards (continued)
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 fi re 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 specifi cally explained in the User Manual do 
not attempt to service this product by yourself. Please 
contact your dealer when you want to fi x, adjust or 
inspect the projector.
Do not modify this equipment.
It can lead to fi re or electric shock.
Do not keep using the damaged projector.
If the projector is dropped and the cabinet is 
damaged, unplug the projector and contact your 
dealer for inspection. It may lead to fi re if you keep 
using the damaged projector. 
Do not face the projector lens to the sun.
It can lead to fi re.
Use correct voltage.
If you use incorrect voltage, it can lead to fi re.
Do not place the projector on uneven surface. 
Place the projection on a leveled and 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.
Do not touch the air outlet grille and bottom 
plate, which become hot.
Do not touch them or put other equipment in front 
of the air outlet grille. The air outlet grille and bottom 
plate, when heated, may cause injury or damage to 
other equipment. Also, do not set the projector on the 
desk which is easily affected by heat.
Do not look into the air outlet grille when 
projector is operating.
Heat, dust, etc. may blow out of it and hurt your eyes.
Do not insert your fi ngers in the space 
between the lens and the cabinet. 
The lens may shift causing injury or damage to the 
projector.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet grilles.
If they are blocked, heat may be generated inside the 
projector, causing deterioration in the projector quality 
and fi re.
Do not use fl ammable solvents (benzene, 
thinner, etc.) and fl ammable aerosols near the 
projector.
Flammable substances may ignite causing fi re or 
breakdown because the temperature inside the 
projector rises very high while the lamp is illuminating. 
Do not use the projector with condensation on it. 
It can lead to breakdown or other failure. 
Place of installation
For safety’s 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 specifi ed 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 
projector so that the projector does not overheat.
•  Do not attach the projector to a place that is 
unstable or subjected to vibration.
•  Do not install the projector near any equipment that 
produces a strong magnetic fi eld. Also refrain from 
installing near the projector any cable carrying a 
large current.
•  Place the projector on a solid, vibration free 
surface; otherwise it may fall, causing serious injury 
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the 
product.
•  Do not stand the projector; it may fall, causing 
serious injury and damage to the projector.
•  Slanting the projector more than ±10° (right and 
left) or ±15° (front and rear) may cause trouble or 
explosion of the lamp.
•  Do not place the projector near air-conditioning 
unit, heater, or humidifi er to avoid hot or moist air 
to the exhaust and ventilation hole of the projector.
Upon Continuous Operation
Please ensure to power off at least for 1 hour once 
every 7 days of continuous use. 
						

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Preparing your projector
1
23 Checking accessories
The following accessories are provided with this projector. Check to be sure that all of the accessories are packed in 
the package. 
Cables
Remote control parts
Remote control
(290P176-10)R6 (size-AA) 
battery (two) 
Others
•  Lens cap (attached to the projector)
• Terminal cover
•  Lamp replacement tray
• CD-ROM
•  Safety Manual/Quick Start up 
Power supply parts
RS-232C cable
(J2552-0114-00) RGB cable for PC 
(J2552-0072-03)
Mini D-SUB
15-pin
Mini D-SUB
15-pinD-SUB 
9-pin
•  Used for projector control 
by computer.
D-SUB 
9-pin
Power cord for US (J2552-0063-00)
Power cord for EU (J2552-0066-00)
Power cord for UK (J2552-0065-00)
Important:
•  The attached power cords are to be used exclusively for this product. Never use them for other products.
Inserting the batteries into the remote control
1.  Remove the rear lid of the remote control.
2.  Check the polarity (+), (-) of the batteries, and set them 
correctly, inserting their (-) side fi rst.
•  If the battery is inserted from the (+) side fi rst, inserting 
the (-) side is diffi cult because the coil spring end hits 
on the battery side. If the battery is forced to insert in 
this way, the outer label of the battery may get ripped 
and it may cause a short-circuit and heating.
3.  Attach the rear lid.
Important:
•  Use two size-AA batteries (R6).
•  Replace the 2 batteries with new ones when the remote 
control is slow to operate.
Removing the batteries from the remote control
Remove the back lid of the remote control and take out the  
batteries.
Caution: 
•  Use of a battery of wrong type may cause explosion.
•  Only Carbon-Zinc or Alkaline-Manganese Dioxide type batteries should be used. 
•  Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations. 
•  Batteries may explode if misused. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of them in fi re.
•  Be sure to handle the batteries according to the instructions.
•  Load the batteries with its positive (+) and negative (-) sides correctly oriented as indicated on the remote control. 
•  Keep batteries out of reach of children and pets. 
•  Remove the batteries, if the remote control is not used for a long time. 
•  Do not combine a new battery with an old one.
•  If the solution of 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. 
						

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Overview
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7
10 6
9
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8 1
2
3
1 Control area
2 Speaker
3  Air outlet grille
4 Lens
5  Remote control sensor (front)
6  Air inlet grille
7  Remote control sensor (rear)
8 Lamp cover
9 Terminal panel
10 Air outlet grille
Caution:
Do not replace the lamp immediately after 
using the projector because the lamp would 
be extremely hot and it may cause burns.
Control area
1 POWER indicator
2 COMPUTER/DVI-D/W button
3 ZOOM/FOCUS button
4 STATUS indicator
5 POWER button
6 AUTO POSITION/S button
7 ENTER/KEYSTONE button
8 VIDEO/HDMI/X button
9 VOLUME/T button
10 MENU button
11 LENS SHIFT button
12 3 4 6
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1 Power jack
2  Main power switch
  O: OFF  I: ON
3  HDMI IN terminal (HDMI 19-pin)
4  COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO DVI-D 
IN (HDCP) terminal (DVI-D 24-pin)
5  AUDIO IN-1 terminal (mini jack)
6  AUDIO DVI-D terminal (mini jack)
7  DC OUT terminal (5V 1.5A MAX)
8 LAN terminal
Terminal panel
Preparing your projector (continued)
9  Kensington Security Lock Standard connector
10 Lock bar (SECURITY ANCHOR)
•  Attach a chain, etc. to this lock bar to anchor the projector.
11 COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO IN-1 terminal (mini D-SUB 15-pin)
12 COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO IN-2 terminals (R/P
R, G/Y, B/PB, H/HV, V) (BNC)
13 MONITOR OUT terminal (mini D-SUB 15-pin)
14 AUDIO OUT terminal (mini jack)
15 AUDIO IN-2 terminal (mini jack)
16 VIDEO IN and audio input terminals
17 S-VIDEO IN and audio input terminals
18 USB (COMPUTER) terminal 
19 REMOTE IN and OUT terminals
20 SERIAL terminal (D-SUB 9-pin) 
						

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1
Preparing your projector (continued)
Bottom side
1 Adjustment feet
31
COMPUTERHDMI VIDEO KEYSTONE AUTO POSITION
DVI-D(HDCP) S-VIDEO
FREEZE MAGNIFY
AV MUTE
PA G E  U P HOME
PA G E  D O W N END
1
2
P in P
VOLUME
4
7
8
10
11
12
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19
22
23
24
25
26
27
28 6
9
14
155
17
16
29
30CE ASPECT
MENUENTER
ZOOM/FOCUS LENS SHIFTLASER21 20
R-CLICK
1
23
Remote control1 Laser aperture
2 Transmission window
3  Wired remote control jack
4 Indicator
5 HDMI button
6 POWER button
7  COMPUTER 1, 2 buttons
8 ZOOM/FOCUS button
9  LENS SHIFT button
10 Mouse pointer
11 PAGE UP and PAGE DOWN buttons
12 MENU button
13 HOME button
14 END button
15 ASPECT button
16 CE (Color Enhancer) button
17 KEYSTONE button
18 AUTO POSITION button
19 VIDEO button
20 DVI-D(HDCP) button
21 S-VIDEO button
22 LASER button
23 S, T, W, X buttons
24 R-CLICK button
25 ENTER button
26 + , - (VOLUME) buttons
27 PinP button
28 FREEZE button
29 MAGNIFY button
30 AV MUTE button
31 Left click button
•  Pressing the LASER button emits a laser beam. 
Even when you keep holding down the LASER 
button, it is emitted only one minute. To keep 
emitting it longer, press the LASER button again. 
•  You can disable the LASER button to prevent 
laser radiation due to misuse of the button. 
 How to disable the LASER button
 While holding the LASER button down, press the 
T button 3 times.
 How to enable the LASER button
 While holding the LASER button down, press the 
S button 3 times.
•  Whenever the batteries are replaced, the 
LASER button is enabled.
About the laser beam
This remote control is a Class 2 laser product. (Max. output: 1 mW, Wavelength: 620-640 nm)
Beam Divergence: 6 m distance about 10.0 mm x 10.0 mm (±6.0 mm)
Caution:
• Pressing the LASER button on the remote control emits a laser beam. Do not look into the laser beam directly. Do 
not point the laser beam at anyone. Looking at the laser beam directly may damage eyesight. 
• 
Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specifi ed herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
•  This remote controller cannot be repaired. 
						

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Using the remote control
30° 30°
30° 30°
20°
10°20°
10°
20° 20°
Operational range of the remote control
•  Keep the remote control photo-sensor out of direct 
sunlight or fl uorescent lamp light.
•  Keep the remote control photo-sensor at least 2 m 
(6 feet) away from fl uorescent lamps. Otherwise, the 
remote control may malfunction.
•  If there is an inverter-operated fl uorescent lamp near 
the remote control, the remote control operation may 
become unstable.
•  When you use the remote control too close to the 
remote control sensor, the remote control may not work 
correctly. 
Reception angle
Vertical directions
Vertical directions (ceiling mount)Front of projectorRear of projector
Operate the remote 
control within a distance 
of 10 m (30 feet) from the 
projector, pointing the 
light beam at the remote 
control photo-sensor (front 
or rear) of the projector.
When operating the remote control, keep the 
distance from the remote control to the projector 
via the screen within about 5 m (15 feet). The 
operable range of the remote control, however, 
depends on the characteristics of the screen.
Using the wired remote control
Attached remote control for this projector can be used as a wired remote control with remote control cable. Wired 
remote control is useful for operating in a distance or outside of the operating area.
•  For connection, use the pin-pin cable of ø3.5 stereo type, 
which is commercially available. However, some cable may 
not work correctly.
•  When REMOTE OUT terminal on this projector is 
connected to the REMOTE IN terminal on the other 
projector, the two projectors can be controlled together by 
using the remote control. 
•  When the remote control is connected with remote control 
cable, it does not work as a wireless remote control.
•  When using the wired remote control, the laser beam may 
be darker. It is normal.
•  When using the remote control as wired for a long time 
period, remove the batteries from it. (Dispose of the 
removed batteries according to the cautions on page 6.) 
REMOTE IN
REMOTE OUT
REMOTE IN 
						

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Setting up your projector
Setting up the screen
Install the screen perpendicularly to the projector. If the screen can not be installed in such a way, adjust the 
projection angle of the projector. (See page 11.)
•  Install the screen and projector so that the projector’s lens is placed at the same height and horizontal position of 
the screen center. 
•  Do not install the screen where it is exposed to direct sunlight or lighting. Light directly refl ecting on the screen 
makes the projected images whitish and hard to view. 
Screen size and projection distance 
Refer to the following table to determine the screen size and projection distance.
L
L
W1W1
H1 H2
H
W
L
L
W1W1
H1 H2
H
W
Center of the lensCenter of the lens
Maximum projection area
Maximum projection area
Front projection
Front projection, ceiling mounting
•  Depending on the installation conditions, warm air that is emitted from the exhaust vents may fl ow into the intake 
vent, causing the projector to display “TEMPERATURE!!” and then stop projecting images. 
Screen size Projection distance (L) Lens shift heightLens shift 
width 
(W1) Diagonal sizeWidth 
(W)Height 
(H)
Shortest 
(Wide)Longest 
(Tele)H1 H2
inch cm inch cm inch cm inch m inch m inch cm inch cm inch cm
40 102 32 81 24 61 54 1.4 74 1.9 12 30 2 6 3 8
60 152 48 122 36 91 82 2.1 112 2.8 18 46 3 9 5 12
80 203 64 163 48 122 110 2.8 150 3.8 24 61 4 11 6 16
100 254 80 203 60 152 138 3.5 189 4.8 30 76 6 14 8 20
150 381 120 305 90 229 208 5.3 284 7.2 45 114 8 21 12 30
200 508 160 406 120 305 279 7.1 380 9.7 60 152 11 28 16 41
250 635 200 508 150 381 349 8.9 - - 75 191 14 36 20 51
300 762 240 610 180 457 419 10.6 - - 90 229 17 43 24 61
•  The above fi gures are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements.
•  The lens shift height and width show distances from the factory default position.