Optoma Tw536 Projector User Manual

							
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SETUP
  Menu Location
Choose the menu location on the display screen.
  Projector ID
ID defi nition can be set up by menu (range 0~99), and allow 
user control an individual projector by RS232. Refer to page 48 
for the complete list of RS232 commands.
  Mute
 Choose the “On” to turn mute on. 
 Choose the “Off” to turn mute off. 
  Volume
  Press the  to decrease the volume.
  Press the  to increase the volume. 
						

							
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SETUP | Signal
  Phase
Synchronize the signal timing of the display with the graphic card. 
If the image appears to be unstable or fl ickers, use this function to 
correct it.
  Frequency
Change the display data frequency to match the frequency of 
your computer’s graphic card. Use this function only if the image 
appears to fl icker vertically.
  H. Position
 Press the  to move the image left.
 Press the  to move the image right. 
  V. Position
 Press the  to move the image down.
 Press the  to move the image up. 
	“Signal” is only supported in Analog VGA (RGB) signal. 
						

							
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SETUP | Security
 Security
 On: Choose “On” to use security verification when the turning 
on the projector.
 Off: Choose “Off” to be able to switch on the projector without 
password verification.
 Security Timer
Use this function to set the how long (Month/Day/Hour) the 
projector can be used. Once this time has elapsed you will be 
requested to enter your password again. 
						

							
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SETUP | Security
 Change Password
 First time:
.  Press “
” to set the password.
2.  The password has to be 4 digits. 
3.  Use number button on the remote to enter your new 
password and then press “” key to confirm your 
password.
 Change Password:
.  Press “
” to input old password.
2.  Use number button to enter current password and then 
press “” to confirm. 
3.  Enter new password (4 digits in length) using the number 
buttons on the remote, then press “” to confirm.
4.  Enter new password again and press “
” to confirm. 
 If you have forgotten your password, please contact your local 
office for support. 
	Password default 
value is “234” 
(first time). 
						

							
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SETUP | Advanced
 Logo
Use this function to set the desired startup screen. If changes are 
made they will take effect the next time the projector is powered 
on.
 Optoma: The default startup screen.
 User: Use stored picture from “Logo Capture” function.
  Logo Capture
Press “” to capture an image of the picture currently displayed 
on screen.  
						

							
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 Source Lock
 On: The projector will search specified connection port.
 Off: The projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. 
  High Altitude
When “On” is selected, the fans will spin faster. This feature is 
useful in high altitude areas where the air is thin.
 Information Hide
 On: Choose “On” to hide the “searching” message.
 Off: Choose “Off” to show the “searching” message.
 Keypad Lock
When the keypad lock function is “On”, the control panel will be 
locked however, the projector can be operated by the remote 
control. By selecting “Off”, you will be able to reuse the control 
panel.
  Background Color
Use this feature to display a “Black”, “Red”, “Blue”, \
“Green” or 
“White”, screen when no signal is available.
 Reset
Choose “Yes” to return the display parameters on all menus to the 
factory default settings.
OPTIONS
	To turn off the keypad lock, press and hold “Enter” key on top of the projector for 5 seconds. 
						

							
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OPTIONS | 
Advanced
 Direct Power On
Choose “On” to activate Direct Power mode. The projector will 
automatically power on when AC power is supplied, without 
pressing the “Power” key on the projector control panel or “Pow\
er” 
key on the remote control.
 Auto Power Off (min)
Sets the countdown timer interval. The countdown timer will start, 
when there is no signal being sent to the projector. The projector 
will automatically power off when the countdown has finished (in 
minutes).
 
 Sleep Timer (min)
Sets the countdown timer interval. The countdown timer will start, 
with or without a signal being sent to the projector. The projector 
will automatically power off when the countdown has finished (in 
minutes).
 
 Power Mode (Standby)
 Eco.: Choose Eco. Mode to save power dissipation (
						

							
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OPTIONS | 
Lamp Settings
 Lamp Hours
Display the projection time.
 Lamp Reminder
Choose this function to show or hide the “change lamp” warning 
message.  
The message will appear 30 hours before suggested replacement 
of lamp.
 Brightness Mode
 STD: Choose “STD” to dim the projector lamp which will lower 
power consumption and extend the lamp life by up to 
30%. 
 BRIGHT: Choose “BRIGHT” to increase the brightness.
 Lamp Reset
Reset the lamp hour counter after replacing the lamp. 
						

							
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Appendices
Image Problems
 No image appears on-screen
 Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and 
securely connected as described in the “Installation” section.
 Ensure all the pins of connectors are not bent or broken.
 Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please 
refer to the “Replacing the lamp” section.
 Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the projector is 
switched on.
 Ensure that the “AV mute” feature is not turned on.
 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image
 Press “RE-SYNC” on the remote.
 If you are using a PC:
 For Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP:
.  Open the “My Computer” icon, the “Control Panel” folder, and 
then double click on the “Display” icon.
2.  Select the “Settings” tab.
3.  Verify that your display resolution setting is lower than or equal 
to UXGA (600 × 200).
4.  Click on the “Advanced Properties” button.
If the projector is still not projecting the whole image, you will also \
need to change the monitor display you are using. Refer to the 
following steps.
5.  Verify the resolution setting is lower than or equal to UXGA 
(600 × 200).
  6.  Select the “Change” button under the “Monitor” tab.
Troubleshooting
	If	you	experience	a	problem	with	your	projector,	
please	refer	to	the	following	information.	If	a	
problem	persists,	please	contact	your	local	
	
reseller	or	service	center.	 
						

							
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 7.  Click on “Show all devices”. Next, select “Standard monitor 
types” under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need 
under the “Models” box. 
  8.  Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is lower 
than or equal to UXGA (600 × 200). 
 If you are using a Notebook:
 .  First, follow the steps above to adjust resolution of the 
 
computer.
  2.  Press the appropriate keys listed below for your notebook 
manufacturer to send signal out from notebook to projector. 
Example: [Fn]+[F4]
   
 
 If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or your monitor 
freezes, restart all equipment including the projector.
 The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook computer is not 
displaying your presentation
 If you are using a Notebook PC
Some Notebook PCs may deactivate their own screens when a 
second display device is in use. Each has a different way to be  
reactivated. Refer to your computer’s manual for detailed  
information.
 Image is unstable or flickering
 Use “Phase” to correct it. See page 32 for more information.
 Change the monitor color setting on your computer.
 Image has vertical flickering bar
 Use “Frequency” to make an adjustment. See page 32 for more 
information.
 Check and reconfigure the display mode of your graphic card to 
make it compatible with the projector. 
Acer    
[Fn]+[F5]
Asus   [Fn]+[F8]
Dell    [Fn]+[F8]
Gateway  [Fn]+[F4]
Mac Apple: System Preference  Display  Arrangement  Mirror display
IBM/Lenovo   [Fn]+[F7]
HP/Compaq   [Fn]+[F4]
NEC     [Fn]+[F3]
Toshiba     [Fn]+[F5]