Mitsubishi Xd8100u Dlp Projector User Manual

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XD8100
This User Manual is important to you.
Please read it before using your projector.
DLP™ PROJECTOR
MODEL
XD8100U
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 ................................................................................................................. 11
Viewing computer images ............................................................................................................... 19
Viewing video images ...................................................................................................................... 25
Menu operation ............................................................................................................................... 31
Adjusting projected images ............................................................................................................. 42
Initial network settings ..................................................................................................................... 49
Lamp relay ....................................................................................................................................... 53
Advanced features .......................................................................................................................... 55
Replacing the lamp ......................................................................................................................... 62
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 64
Automatic cleaning fi lter .................................................................................................................. 65
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 67
Indicators ......................................................................................................................................... 71
Specifi cations .................................................................................................................................. 72
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•  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.
•  Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 
in the United States and/or other countries.
•  Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. 
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and other countries and areas.
•  Roomview is a trademark of Crestron Electronics, Inc.
•  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 connect multiple electrical appliances 
to a single wall outlet.
It can lead to fi re.
Do not extend the power cord.
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: 
 For fl oor installation (projection angle 0°) and ceiling 
installation (projection angle 180°):+41°F (+5°C) to 
+104°F (+40°C)
  For installation at other angles: +41°F (+5°C) to 
+95°F (+35°C)
  For use in the HIGH ALTITUDE mode (see page 
13), the allowable operating temperature is +41°F 
(+5°C) to +95°F (+35°C), which allows fl oor 
installation or ceiling installation only. 
•  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) 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.
•  We don’t recommend using the projector at an 
altitude of 2700 meters or higher (When using 
the product at an altitude of 2000 to 2700 meters 
above the sea level, set the HIGH ALTITUDE MODE 
to HIGH ALTITUDE.). Use at an altitude of 2700 
meters or higher may affect the projector’s life. 
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
1Checking 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
(290P188-10)RS-232C cable
(246C598-20)R6 (size-AA) 
battery (two) 
RGB cable for PC 
(246C597-20)
Others
•  Lens cap (attached to the projector)
• Terminal cover
•  Lamp replacement tray
• CD-ROM
•  Safety Manual/Quick Start up 
•  Mitsubishi logo plate
•  Control panel label for ceiling installation
•  Terminal block label for ceiling installation
Mini D-SUB
15-pin
Mini D-SUB
15-pinD-SUB 
9-pin
Power supply parts
Power cord (two)
(246C684-10, 246C383-20)
•  Used for projector control 
by computer.
D-SUB 
9-pin
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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1 Indicators
2  Air inlet grille/Filter cover
3  Air outlet grille
4 Lens
5  Remote control sensor (front)
6  Mitsubishi logo plate position
  (Put the plate according to the 
installation orientation.)
7  Air inlet grille
8 Control area
9 Terminal panel
10 Remote control sensor (rear)
11 Air outlet grille
12 Lamp cover
Control area
When installing the projector on the ceiling, put the control panel label for ceiling installation that is supplied with the projector. 
The label should be placed in a way that it doesn’t disturb the operation of the buttons.
1 POWER button
2 ENTER/GEOMETRY button
3 COMPUTER/DVI-D/ button
4 ZOOM/FOCUS button
5 MENU button
6 AUTO POSITION/ button
7 VIDEO/HDMI/ button
8  button
9  LENS SHIFT button
10 BLANK button
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111  VIDEO IN terminal (BNC)
2  S-VIDEO IN terminal
3  COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO IN-1 
terminal (mini D-SUB 15-pin)
4  COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO IN-2 
terminals (R/P
R, G/Y, B/PB, H/HV, V) 
(BNC)
5  HDMI IN terminal (HDMI 19-pin)
6  COMPUTER/COMPONENT VIDEO DVI-D 
IN (HDCP) terminal (DVI-D 24-pin)
7 LAN terminal
8  REMOTE1 IN terminal (D-SUB 9-pin 
female)
9  SERIAL IN and OUT terminals (D-SUB 
9-pin male)
10 REMOTE 2 IN and OUT terminals
11 Kensington Security Lock Standard 
connector
12 Power jack
13 Main power switch
  O: OFF  I: ON
Terminal panel
When installing the projector on the ceiling, put the terminal block label for ceiling installation that is supplied with the projector.
Preparing your projector (continued)
Caution:
Do not replace the lamp immediately after using the projector 
because the lamp would be extremely hot and it may cause 
burns. 
						

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Preparing your projector (continued)
Bottom side
Indicators
1  Lock bar (SECURITY ANCHOR)
•  Attach a chain, etc. to this lock bar to anchor 
the projector.
2 Adjustment feet
1 FILTER indicator
2 STATUS indicator
3  LAMP 2 indicator
4  LAMP 1 indicator
5 POWER indicator
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Remote control
1 Indicator
2 POWER button
3  COMPUTER 1, 2 buttons
4 MENU button
5 BLANK button
6 ZOOM/FOCUS button
7 ID button
8 MAGNIFY button
9 PinP/SPLIT button
*1
10 CE (Color Enhancer) button
11 TEST PATTERN button
12 AUTO POSITION button
13 SDI button
*2
14 HDMI button
15 VIDEO button
16 S-VIDEO button
17 DVI-D(HDCP) button
18 ENTER button
19 , , ,  buttons
20 ASPECT button
21 LENS SHIFT button
22 GEOMETRY button
23 NUM button
24 + , - buttons
25 FREEZE button
26 SUPER RESOLUTION button
27 ALL button
28 Number (0 to 9) buttons
*3
29 Wired remote control jack
*1: The PinP/SPLIT button functions as the PinP button for this projector. (It doesn’t function as the SPLIT button.)
*2: The SDI button doesn’t work with this projector. 
*3: To use the number buttons (0 to 9), press them while holding down the ID button or the NUM button. 
						

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Using the remote control
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.
REMOTE 2 IN
REMOTE 2 OUT
REMOTE 2 IN•  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 2 OUT terminal on this projector is 
connected to the REMOTE 2 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 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.) You can control the projector by the remote 
control signals refl ected on the screen. 
However, the remote control distance may be 
restricted by the light refl ection loss due to 
the screen characteristics. 
Operate the remote control 
within a distance of 30 m 
(98.4 feet) from the projector, 
pointing the light beam at the 
remote control photo-sensor 
(front or rear) of the projector.
Rear of projector
Front of projector
Vertical directions (ceiling mount)
Reception angle
Vertical directions•  Keep the remote control sensor out of direct sunlight or 
fl uorescent lamp light.
•  Keep the remote control 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. 
•  When the terminal cover is attached, remote control 
may not work properly from behind the projector. 
Operational range of the remote control
About 30° About 30° About 30° About 30°
About 20° About 20°
About 5°
About 20° About 20° 
						

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Using the remote control (continued)
Setting the ID number of the remote 
control
You can control multiple projectors collectively or 
individually using one remote control by setting the ID 
number (CONTROLLER ID) of the remote control. 
To control multiple projectors using the remote 
control, you need to select the projector’s ID number 
(PROJECTOR ID) with the remote control in advance. 
ID numbers should be two-digit numbers “01” to “63” 
or “ALL.” Other numbers cannot be used.
•  For setting the ID number of the projector, see page 
60. 
ID button
Number (0 to 9) 
buttons
ALL button
Setting by the remote control alone
1.  While holding down the ID button on the remote 
control, press the number buttons (0 to 9) to set a 
two-digit ID number. 
  Or, while holding down the ID button on the remote 
control, press the ALL button.
•  You cannot set the ID number by pressing the 
number buttons (0 to 9) or the ALL button unless 
pressing them while holding down the ID button 
on the remote control.
•  You can set the CONTROLLER ID using the 
remote control alone. When you set the ID with 
the remote control directed to the projector, you 
can see the setting status on the screen.
Setting by using the projector
1.  Carry out the procedure described in “Setting by 
the remote control alone” with the remote control 
directed to the projector. 
•  The ID setting dialog box is displayed on the 
upper right area of the screen.
PROJECTOR ID XX
CONTROLLER ID
(01 - 63/ALL)YY 
 ZZ
 XX:  Shows the ID number of the projector. 
(When the PROJECTOR ID is “ALL,” “ALL” 
is displayed.)
 YY:  Shows the current CONTROLLER ID. (When 
the CONTROLLER ID is “ALL,” “ALL” is 
displayed.) 
 ZZ:  Shows the CONTROLLER ID to be changed. 
(When the CONTROLLER ID is “ALL,” “ALL” 
is displayed.)  
•  Before a CONTROLLER ID is entered, ** is 
displayed. When you press a number button (0 
to 9), the left digit of the ID number is entered 
fi rst.
When the CONTROLLER ID setting has succeeded:
PROJECTOR ID XX
CONTROLLER ID
(01 - 63/ALL)YY 
 ZZ
COMPLETE
  “COMPLETE” is displayed under the 
CONTROLLER ID number you entered.
•  The ID setting dialog box automatically 
disappears after it is displayed for about 5 
seconds.
•  By pressing any button other than the ID button, 
number buttons (0 to 9), and ALL button while 
the ID setting dialog box is being displayed, you 
can cancel the dialog box. 
When the CONTROLLER ID setting has failed:
PROJECTOR ID XX
CONTROLLER ID
(01 - 63/ALL)YY 
 ZZ
ERROR
  “ERROR” is displayed under the CONTROLLER ID 
number you entered.
•  The ID setting dialog box automatically 
disappears after it is displayed for about 5 
seconds.
•  By pressing any button other than the ID button, 
number buttons (0 to 9), and ALL button while 
the ID setting dialog box is being displayed, you 
can cancel the dialog box. 
Important:
•  ID numbers should be two-digit numbers “01” to 
“63.” The other numbers are invalid. 
•  When the PROJECTOR ID number is any of 
“01” to “63,” you can control the projector 
by matching the CONTROLLER ID with the 
PROJECTOR ID number or setting it to “ALL.” 
•  When the PROJECTOR ID number is “ALL,” 
you can control the projector using the remote 
control regardless of the CONTROLLER ID 
number. 
•  When the PROJECTOR ID number is uncertain, 
you can control the projector regardless of the 
ID number by setting the CONTROLLER ID to 
“ALL.”