Optoma Projector Ml550 User Manual

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							Contents
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Safety Instructions ........................................................................\
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Intended Use Statement ........................................................................\
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Safety Information ........................................................................\
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Safety Labels  ........................................................................\
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Trademarks ........................................................................\
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Video and Audio Decoder Notices ........................................................................\
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Regulatory Notices  ........................................................................\
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CE Statement ........................................................................\
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WEEE Statement  ........................................................................\
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Introduction ........................................................................\
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Package Contents  ........................................................................\
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About Your Projector ........................................................................\
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Main Unit  ........................................................................\
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Input / Output Connections ........................................................................\
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Control Panel ........................................................................\
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Remote Control  ........................................................................\
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Installing the Remote Control Battery ......................................................................15
Operating Range with Remote Control  ...................................................................15
Installation 
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Connecting to a Computer  ........................................................................\
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Connecting to a DVD Player ........................................................................\
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Connecting to Multi-Media ........................................................................\
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Turning On/Off the Projector  ........................................................................\
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Turning Your Projector On  ........................................................................\
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Turning Your Projector Off  ........................................................................\
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Adjusting the Projected Image ........................................................................\
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Raising the Projector Height  ........................................................................\
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Lowering the Projector Height ........................................................................\
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Adjusting the Projector Focus  ........................................................................\
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Adjusting Projection Image Size  ........................................................................\
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User Controls ........................................................................\
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Using the On-Screen Display  ........................................................................\
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Main Menu ........................................................................\
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Language ........................................................................\
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Source  ........................................................................\
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Display Mode  ........................................................................\
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Audio ........................................................................\
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Auto Adjust ........................................................................\
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							OSD Reset ........................................................................\
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Data Transferring  ........................................................................\
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Advanced  ........................................................................\
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FW Version  ........................................................................\
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Advanced Menu ........................................................................\
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Display (In PC Mode) ........................................................................\
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Display (In Video Mode) ........................................................................\
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Image (In PC Mode)  ........................................................................\
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Image (In Video Mode)  ........................................................................\
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Power ........................................................................\
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Multi-Media Introduction ........................................................................\
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Photo Format ........................................................................\
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Video Format  ........................................................................\
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Audio Format ........................................................................\
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Office Viewer Format  ........................................................................\
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How to set-up File Type for Multi-Media with USB  ..................................................34
How to set-up File Type for Multi-Media with MicroSD ............................................35
How to set-up File Type for Multi-Media with Internal Memory  ...............................36
Multi-Media Main Menu ........................................................................\
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Multi-Media SETUP for USB, MicroSD, and Internal Memory  .................................37
Photo Setup ........................................................................\
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Video Setup  ........................................................................\
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Music Setup  ........................................................................\
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Information ........................................................................\
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Appendices ........................................................................\
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Troubleshooting  ........................................................................\
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Guiding Signals ........................................................................\
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Compatibility Modes (Analog/Digital)  ........................................................................\
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Tripod Mount the Projector ........................................................................\
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							Safety Instructions
The lightning flash with arrow head 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 to persons.
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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
Class B emissions limitsThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equip-ment Regulations.
Important Safety Instruction  1. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an example, do not place the projector on a crowded coffee table, sofa, bed, etc. Do not put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case or a cabinet that restricts air flow.  2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire and/or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or moisture.  3. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or any other apparatus such as amplifiers that emits heat.  4. Clean only with dry cloth.  5.  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.   6. Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused.  Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to): Unit has been dropped. Power supply cord or plug has been damaged. Liquid has been spilled on to the projector. Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture. Something has fallen in the projector or something is loose inside.Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Optoma before you send the unit for repair .  7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch dangerous voltage points and short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.  8. See projector enclosure for safety related markings.  9. The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.
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							Intended Use Statement
Operation temperature: y
For 0 - 2500 ft, 5 - 35 °C -For 2500 - 5000 ft, 5 - 30 °C -For 5000 - 10000 ft, 5 - 25 °C -
Maximum Humidity: y
Operating: 5°C ~ 35°C, 80%RH (Max.), Non-condensing -Storage: -20°C ~ 60°C, 80%RH (Max.), Non-condensing -
The ambient operating environment should be free of airborne smoke, grease, oil and 
other contaminants that can affect the operation or performance of the projector.
Use of this product in adverse conditions will void the product warranty.
Safety Information
Please read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instruc-
tions prior to the use of this projector. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Explanation of Signal Word Consequences
 Warning:Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not 
avoided, could result in death or serious injury and/or property 
damage.
 Caution:Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not 
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury and/or property 
damage.
 Warning:Hazardous voltage
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 Warning
To reduce the risk associated with hazardous voltage:
Do not modify this product in any way. y
Do not attempt to service this projector. y
There are no user-serviceable parts. Service to be performed only by a Optoma  y
authorized service provider using Optoma approved system components.
Do not use the wall power supply in a wet environment. y
Do not use with a damaged wall power supply. Replace damaged part prior to  y
use.
To reduce the risk associated with fire and explosion:
Do not immerse the projector in any liquid or allow either to get wet. y
Use only Optoma approved power supply. y
To reduce the risks associated with choking:
Keep all small parts like the remote control battery away from young children and  y
pets.
To reduce the risk associated with hazardous voltage, impact, tripping, \
and 
intense visible light:
Do not use this projector around unsupervised children. y
 Caution
To reduce the risks associated with hearing loss:
Be sure to read earphone manufacturer's instructions with respect to volume  y
level.
User is responsible to set a safe volume level. y
To reduce the risk associated with explosion, and/or chemicals from a le\
aking 
batteries:
Use only with battery type CR2025. y
Orient the battery's plus (+) and minus (-) terminals of the batteries according to  y
the markings found on the remote control.
Do not leave the battery in the remote for an extended period of time. y
Do not heat or expose the battery to fire. y
Do not disassemble, short, or recharge battery y
Do not carry batteries loose in your pocket or purse. y
Avoid eye and skin contact in the event that battery leaks. y
Do not recharge the battery near a heat source or in extremely hot conditions. y 
						

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To reduce the risk associated with environmental contamination:
Dispose of all system components in accordance with applicable government  y
regulations.
To reduce the risks associated with LED bright light:
Do not stare directly into the projector lens. y
To reduce the risks associated with tripping and falling:
Position the charging cord and data cables so that they are not a tripping hazard. y
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not expose the projector to direct sunlight in a clos\
ed space such as a 
vehicle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Labels
MnO2-LiCELL3VOLTSJAPANHCR2025
Remote Control (Optional)
Model No. IR28012 
						

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Trademarks
Optoma and the Optoma logo are trademarks of Optoam Company. Adobe and the 
Adobe logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorpo-
rated in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Excel are 
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. microSD and microSDHC are trade-
marks of the SD Association.
All other trademarks or registered trademarks are property of their respective compa-
nies.
Video and Audio Decoder Notices
MPEG-4 NOTICE
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO 
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER 
FOR (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD 
("MPEG-4 VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY 
A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/
OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE 
MPEG-4 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER 
USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, 
INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM 
MPEG LA, LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM.
AVC VIDEO NOTICE
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR 
THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VID-
EO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE 
AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND 
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER 
LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IM-
PLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM 
MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM.
MPEG LAYER-3 NOTICE
Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute MPEG 
Layer-3 compliant content created with this product in revenue-generating broadcast 
systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels),streaming appli-
cations (via Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other content distribution syste\
ms 
(pay-audio or audio-ondemand applications and the like) or on physical\
 media (com-
pact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and 
the like). An independent license for such use is required.
For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com. 
						

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Regulatory Notices
FCC STATEMENT - CLASS B
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to 
radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the li\
mits for a Class 
“B” computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules, which are 
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in 
a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur 
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio 
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, 
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. y
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. y
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  yconnected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. y
NOTICE: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Industry Canada regulatory information
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation of the device.
The user is cautioned that this device should be used only as specifie\
d within this 
manual to meet RF exposure requirements. Use of this device in a manner inconsistent 
with this manual could lead to excessive RF exposure conditions.
This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
INSTRUCTIONS TO USERS: This equipment complies with the requirements of FCC 
equipment provided that the following conditions are met. If the cables include a EMI 
ferrite core, attach the ferrite core end of the cable to the projector. Use the cables 
which are included with the projector or specified.
Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Complies with IDA Standards DA103121 
						

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CE Statement
ElectroMagnectic Compatibility Statement: Meets 2004/108/EC Directive
Low Voltage Directive: Meets 2006-95-EC Directive.
WEEE Statement
The following information is only for EU-members States:
The mark shown to the right is in compliance with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip-
ment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose 
the equipment as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems 
according to local law.