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the default “Auto” setting by selecting the appropriate motion filter:
1) AUTO: The projector will automatically use the correct motion filter according to
the incoming signal. Note that the “Still Video” filter will be applied for RGB
non-HDTV interlaced signals, and the “Motion” filter will be applied for RGB
HDTV interlaced sources.
2) STILL VIDEO: For static images with no motion, such as graphics from a CD.
Note: Applied for RGB non-HDTV interlaced signals.
3) VIDEO: For video images that did not originate from film, or for moving
computer-generated images. NOTE: Applied for RGB HDTV interlaced signals.
4) FILM: For video images that originated from film. This will optimize image
quality and stability.
5) NOTES: 1) For 60 Hz video standards: NTSC, PAL M, PAL 60. 2) Also
recommend for PAL video standard if the ADP module is present—note that you
must select film mode manually in this case. 3) Signals can be from RGB video,
composite video or S-video sources.
6) GRAPHICS: For graphic images.
7) MOTION: For video images that did not originate from film, or for moving
computer-generated images. NOTE: Applied for RGB HDTV interlaced signals.
Dark Interval
Not available in this projector.
Invert Stereo3D
Not available in this projector.
White Boost
Not available in this projector.
PLL Loop Gain – See description in Size and Position.
Noise Reduction – requires optional ADP Module
Select the amount of image noise reduction desired, with “0” applying no noise
reduction (default) and “10” applying maximum noise reduction. The higher the
value, the softer the image.
Horizontal Filter – requires optional ADP Module
Select the amount of horizontal filtering desired for the current source. Note that the
default setting of “0” allows the projector to optimize the amount of horizontal
filtering according to the current source, and is the recommended setting for most
situations. You can override this by selecting a value from 1-10, with “1” applying no
filtering and “10” applying maximum filtering. High filtering levels will soften the
image slightly, particularly evident along vertical edges.
Vertical Filter - requires optional ADP Module
Select the amount of vertical filtering desired for the current source. Note that the
default setting of “0” allows the projector to optimize the amount of vertical filtering
according to the current source, and is the recommended setting for most situations.
You can override this by selecting a value from 1-10, with “1” applying no filtering
and “10” applying maximum filtering. High filtering levels will soften the image
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Use the Configuration menu to
display and/or set global system
operating parameters that are
typically in effect regardless of
source, or to work with other
settings that are not unique to the
current incoming source.
NOTE: For experienced
users/technicians only.
In the Configuration menu, you
can define a variety of general system parameters to suit your preferences, run certain
diagnostic tests, and access the Service Menu (password required). Settings in the
Configuration menu will typically apply regardless of the type of source your are
using.
Image Orientation
Use this pull down list to change the orientation of the image according to the
orientation of your projector. If the setting is incorrect, projected images will be
reversed and/or upside down, See 2.6, Operating Orientation for an illustrated
explanation.
Language
Choose from English, French, Spanish, German and Italian language. The menus will
change immediately upon selection.
Menu Preferences
Choose the options in this menu to
adjust the appearance, content and/or
location of on-screen menus
displayed in presentation level.
MENU LOCATION — Use the pull
down list to choose a pre-defined or
customized default location for the
display of on-screen menus.
To create a custom menu location,
choose a preset that is closest to the desired area. Then adjust the slidebars of
Horizontal Shift and Vertical Shift to move the menu to the desired location. To
prevent cropping of larger menus, avoid locations too close to a corner or edge.
HORIZONTAL SHIFT AND MENU SHIFT — Shift your menus as desired, creating a
customized menu location.
DISPLAY CHANNEL LIST — Enter a checkmark if you want to see a scrollable channel
list whenever you press 
Chan from your presentation. These channels must be marked
with a list icon 
 in the Channel Setup menu. This option also enables on-screen
feedback when using the 
Input key. If you prefer to hide the channel list and input
dialog box while switching channels and sources during a presentation, do not enter a
checkmark.
3.7 Configuring
System
Parameters
System Configuration 
And Diagnostics
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NOTE: The Channel List and input dialog box cannot be hidden when a menu is
displayed.
DISPLAY SLIDEBARS — Enter a checkmark to superimpose a small slidebar over the
current image whenever an adjustable parameter is selected directly with a key (the
option does not affect slidebars in menus) such as 
Pixel, Pos it ion, , or Bright. If
“Display slidebars” is unchecked, these slidebars can still be accessed, but will be
hidden during adjustment.
DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES — Choose in what way you want to be notified of errors
detected in either the incoming signal or projector.
 Select “Screen” or “All” to see a
brief on-screen messages or select “RS232” to be see messages via RS232 and RS-
422 serial communication only. To disable error message display, select “Off”.
LARGE MENU FONT — Enter a checkmark to enlarge menus and their text. You may
have to adjust “Menu Location” to accommodate the increased menu area.
Communications
This submenu of the Configuration menu is fully described in a separate System
Communications subsection later in Section 3.
Geometry
From the Configuration submenu, select the
Geometry submenu to adjust your display shape,
work with the lens, define a multi-screen mapping
of incoming source material, or to work with test
patterns. The “Reserved” option has no function.
KEYSTONE and TILING SETUP — Refer to
descriptions under Size and Position earlier in this
section. Controls are duplicated here for convenience during setup.
LENS CONTROL — For a full description of the Lens Control submenu, see 3.3, Using
the Keypad (
Lens key) and 2.8, Zoom, Focus and Lens Offset.
TEST PATTERN — Use the pull-down list to select and display an
internal test pattern. Select OFF to turn off the display of a test
pattern.
(SHORTCUT: Use 
Te s t key.)
Color and Uniformity
Use the options in the Color and Uniformity submenu
to define color temperature, primary color hues and/or
to achieve consistent brightness throughout all display
areas. This submenu is typically used in multiple-
projector applications that require precise matching
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between adjacent displays—for Roadster/Vista models, only Color Temp Setup is
available.
COLOR TEMP SETUP — See Image Settings. This function is offered in multiple menu
locations for convenient access.
Auto Power Up
Enter a check mark to enable the projector to automatically power up after losing
power due to a power failure or due to unplugging the projector during operation.
Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost.
Diagnostics and Calibration
From the Diagnostics and
Calibration submenu you can
access several options for testing
and setup of images. You can
work with test patterns and
specific colors, freeze an image
for inspection, and/or access the
Odd Pixel Adjustment menu for
precision settings of offset and gain.
TEST PATTERN — Refer to description under Geometry submenu.
COLOR ENABLE — Refer to description under Image Settings.
FREEZE IMAGE — Enter a check mark to freeze (stop) an image at a single frame.
This diagnostic tool is useful if you need to examine in detail a still version of the
incoming image that cannot be “frozen” at the source. For example, in moving
images it is sometimes difficult to observe artifacts such as external
deinterlacing/resizing and signal noise. Remove the checkmark to return back to
normal.
ODD PIXEL ADJUSTMENT – For
sources with Color Space set to
RGB only.
When using certain RGB sources
with still images, you may need to
adjust the normal gain or offset of
odd pixels in relation to even pixels.
This will smooth out very narrow
(1-pixel wide) “checks” or vertical
stripes that indicate adjacent “on”
and “off” pixels. You can remove these patterns as follows:
1) Use an external grayscale test pattern with both dark and light gray areas.
2) Display the image in its native resolution – select “No Resizing” by accessing
Resize Preset in Size and Position menu.
3) Display a single color—choose from a “Color Enable” list or use the Fu nc key
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4) Examine an area of darkest gray (but not black). If there is a 1-pixel wide pattern
present, adjust “Odd Pixel Adjustment” offset for the current color. Stop when the
pattern disappears and the area is smooth.
5) Examine an area of lightest gray (not white). If there is a 1-pixel wide pattern
present, adjust “Odd Pixel Adjustment” gain for the current color. Stop when the
pattern disappears and the area is smooth.
6) Repeat for each color, adjusting offset then gain for each.
NOTES: 1) Adjust offset before gain, since offset affects gain. 2) A value of 128
represents no change in normal odd pixel offset or gain. 3) Odd Pixel Adjustment
eliminates “1 pixel on, 1 pixel off” patterns only, not any type of larger patterns.
Reserved
No function for these options.
Service
The Service submenu offers the ability to enable or disable service passwords, and to
work with factory-defined color temperatures and other functions. This submenu is
password-protected and intended for use by qualified service technicians only.
Use the checkboxes and pull-down
lists in the Communications
submenu to alter the methods or
types of communication to and
from one or more projectors.
NOTE: Changes made to the
Communications submenu will be
saved upon exit of the menu.
Baud Rate
The baud rate setting determines the speed of communication to and
from the projector. By default, the projector baud rate is set to 19200.
Setting the correct speed is important when you are controlling the
projector with an external device such as a computer or another
projector via an RS-232 or RS-422 port. You must set the projector
baud rate at these ports to match the baud rate of the controlling
device. If you are unsure about what baud rate to choose, refer to the
documentation for the controlling device. In an existing network, if
you discover that a projector has the wrong baud rate, make sure to use the pull-down
list and select the correct baud rate with the 
Enter key—do not just scroll this control
with 
 and  keys.
NOTE: 1) The baud rate setting does not affect the switcher port, which is always
9600 baud. 2) See Serial Port Connections and Appendix D for more information
about cable connections between devices. 3) On early models, the 2 highest baud
rates are unavailable for downloading projector MAIN software. S
ystem Communications
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Front IR / Back IR
As described in Section 2, the standard IR remote keypad is capable of
sending data to the projector in either one of two protocols called 
A or
B. Likewise, the front and rear IR sensors on the projector can be set to
accept IR data accordingly, responding to 
A, B or both. The projector’s
A or B default is adequate for most single-projector installations. Select
a specific protocol to prevent interference when you are controlling
two protectors in the same area and want to work with one projector at a time.
Note that the front and rear IR sensors cannot respond to different protocols–if you
change a protocol for either sensor to anything other than 
OFF, the protocol for the
other sensor also changes. For example, setting Front IR to 
B also changes the Back
IR to 
B. If you want only one sensor to respond to a particular protocol—A, B, or A or
B
—disable the other sensor by setting its protocol to OFF.
If you want to disable both IR sensors, you cannot use the IR remote keypad to select
the second 
OFF setting. This safeguard prevents accidentally disabling a keypad
while you are using it. Instead, use either the built-in keypad or the wired remote to
set the remaining active sensor to 
OFF. The projector will no longer respond to an IR
remote keypad.
IMPORTANT
Keep at “A OR B” unless you are sure of
the current IR keypad protocol.
NOTES: 1) The IR remote keypad for this projector is set at manufacture to
Protocol A. See 2.10, Keypad Protocols and Conversion for information about
changing the keypad protocol. 2) A key press from a conflicting protocol will cause a
single yellow flash on the Status LED located in the lower right corner of the rear
projector panel.
Wired Keypad
Like the IR remote keypad, the optional wired keypad is either a Protocol 
A keypad
(default) or a Protocol 
B keypad. Likewise, the projector can be set to accept wired
keypad data accordingly, responding to 
A or B. If desired, you can prohibit the
projector from responding to a particular wired keypad protocol, or you can ensure
that the projector responds to either protocol (default). You can also prevent the
projector from responding to the keypad entirely. In the pull-down list, select the
desired protocol.
NOTE: The wired keypad for this projector is set at manufacture to Protocol A. See
2.10, Keypad Protocols and Conversion for information about changing the keypad
protocol.
ADDING A WIRED KEYPAD PROTOCOL: To add a protocol, select the A or B option.
CHANGING A WIRED KEYPAD PROTOCOL: As a safeguard, you cannot accidentally
select an option in the “Wired Keypad” list that would disable the wired keypad
during use, since such options are automatically disabled in the list. In other words,
you cannot switch to the opposite protocol or select 
OFF using the wired keypad.
Instead, if you want to quickly change to the other protocol, you may find it more
convenient to use one of the other keypads (the built-in keypad or the IR remote) to
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only the opposing wired keypad protocol. Or, if you prefer, use the wired keypad to
safely change its own protocol:
1. Select the 
A or B option. This will ensure that once your keypad is manually
changed (see Step 2), it will still be recognized by the projector.
2. Unplug the keypad and change the protocol in the keypad as desired. Do this
either by entering the short-cut software command or by hard-wiring the
keypad as described in 2.10,  Keypad Protocols and Conversion.
3. Plug the keypad back into the projector. Return to the Communications menu
and select the new protocol you have just set up in the wired keypad.
TURNING OFF THE WIRED KEYPAD: If you want to disable the wired keypad entirely,
you cannot use it to select the 
OFF option. This safeguard prevents you from
accidentally disabling the wired keypad during use. Instead, use either the built-in
keypad or the IR remote keypad to select 
OFF. The projector will no longer respond
to the wired keypad.
Broadcast Key
Enter a checkmark if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed
to all projectors in a network. Note the 
 key will temporarily “override” the
effect of a broadcast setting and allow you to control a specific projector when
necessary. Make sure to remove the checkmark if using the split network feature.
Projector
Enter a three-digit number (such as 001) to assign or change a number to the
projector currently in use – if the current projector already has a number assigned,
that number will appear here (see right).
Numerical identity for projectors is
required whenever you want to
communicate with a single projector
within a multiple-projector application
(see 
 key description in 3.3, Using the
Keypad). If you make a mistake in
assigning or changing the projector
number, press 
Exi t to cancel.
For complete information about
controlling multiple projectors, see 3.10,
Using Multiple Projectors.
Split Network
Enter a checkmark if you have a network in which each projector is connected via
both its RS-232 and RS-422 serial ports (Figure 3.25
A). At each projector, serial
communications will then remain on either its RS-232 or RS-422 path (depending on
the controller) rather than being broadcast to all 3 remaining serial ports. Should a
projector or path ever fail, the other path will be available as a back-up.
The Split Network feature is unnecessary when only a single serial link is connected
between any two projectors (Figure 3.25B), and will cause communication errors if
these single links vary from RS-232 to RS-422 anywhere in the network. Likewise, if
you have two serial links connected between any two projectors, failure to use the
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NOTES: 1) Requires double serial links— RS-232 and RS-422— between all
projectors in a network. 2) Set each projector’s Broadcast Key OFF. 3) Keypads
cannot broadcast in a split network— use controller(s) instead. 4) Do not use a split
network when downloading new projector software to a network.
Figure 3.25. Split Network Checkbox — ON vs. OFF
Whenever you install a new lamp in the
projector you must access the Lamp submenu
(available from Main) and record the lamp
serial number in the projector’s memory. You
can also choose the lamp operation mode you
prefer, such as maintaining a specific intensity
(light output) or power level, and define the
expected lamp life. Read-only information
includes the lamp serial number and age.
NOTE: See 4.4, Replacing the Lamp and Filter
for complete instructions on installing a new
lamp in the projector.
LAMP HOURS  shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp. Whenever you
record a new lamp serial number, this read-only value automatically resets to “0”,
where it begins to log time for the new lamp. “Lamp Hours” also appears in the
Status menu.
LAMP S/N  is the serial number recorded for the current lamp. When you install a new
lamp and enter its serial number, the number will appear here. NOTE: Read-only.
LAMP MESSAGE — Enter a checkmark if you want to enable a warning message upon
power-up that the lamp has reached the specified lamp limit and should be replaced.
Delete the checkmark if you do not want to see this warning—instead, when your
3.8 Working with
the Lamp
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lamp expires, only the status information on the back of the projector will provide the
warning to replace the lamp.
NOTES: 1) It is recommended that the Lamp Message checkbox remain enabled. 2)
When a lamp warning message appears, press 
 to temporarily cancel the
message. The message will continued to appear upon power-up until you install a
new lamp.
Set 
LAMP LIMIT to the number of hours you expect to log on the current lamp before
replacing it. This limit typically will match you lamp warranty, but consider also that
actual lamp life depends on what lamp mode(s) you use over the life of the lamp and
how much light output is desired for your application. In any case, when the lamp
approaches your chosen lamp limit, the Lamp Message (if it has been enabled) will
appear upon power-up.
NOTES: 1) If you change modes over the life of a lamp, the lamp limit you originally
expected may no longer apply. 2) Turning the lamp on and off can reduce lamp life
significantly, as will other factors. Limit lamp strikes to what is necessary.
Set which 
LAMP MODE you want to use in order to control the
light output in your application. Although there can be
exceptions, in most lamps the higher the light output or power
setting, the shorter the life span of the lamp.
Use the lamp mode that best suits your need for brightness. For example, you may
simply need as much brightness as possible, which will apply maximum power to the
lamp—choose 
Max Brightness. Alternatively, in a tiled application you may want to
closely match and maintain brightness levels between adjacent images—choose
Intensity for each projector, then judge by eye and set each individual intensity setting
as necessary (see “Intensity”, below). Or you may simply want to apply a reduced
power level to the lamp at all times—choose a specific 
Power wattage.
Lamp modes are described below:
• 
Max Brightness: The lamp will always burn as brightly as possible, driven by
maximum power of 700W in the X3/S3/X4/S4, 1200W in the X5/S5/X6/S6 and
up to 1700W (self-adjusting
1) in the X9/S9. Keep in mind that the “maximum
brightness” for any lamp gradually diminishes with age—images will become
dimmer over time. The current light output level (stated as an arbitrary value,
i.e. unrelated to lumens) appears in the “
Intensity” box.
• 
Intensity: Brightness will remain close to a specified level for as long as
possible. Once you select this option, enter a number representing the intensity
level (brightness) you wish to maintain—the projector will automatically
adjust power as needed to closely maintain this intensity over time. Note that
an intensity value is simply an arbitrary value from 0-9999 unrelated to
lumens levels in your model. See “
Intensity” below.
• 
Power: The power (watts) supplied to the lamp will remain at a desired level
throughout the life of the lamp. Once you select this option, enter the number of
watts representing the power level you wish to maintain. See “
Power” below.
                                                          1 In X9/S9, a new lamp needs less than full power to achieve maximum brightness and will, in fact, limit incoming power as required
to run at 75A. During the first few hundred hours of life, the lamp arc gradually changes and voltage automatically increases until the
lamp is utilizing the full 1700W. This self-adjusting behavior results in less “lamp drop-off” over time---images are brighter for a
larger percentage of overall lamp life.
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POWER – The number shown here indicates how many watts are applied to the lamp.
In the X3/X4/S3/S4, set from 450-700 watts as desired. In the X5/X6/S5/S6, set from
800-1200 watts as desired. In the X9/S9, set from 1200-1700 watts as desired. For
any model, keep in mind that lower power levels produce dimmer images. When in
“
Power” or Max Brightness modes, the power level remains constant2. When in
“
Intensity” mode, the power level will change as necessary3. Specifying the
maximum power level in 
Power mode is the same as operating in Max Brightness
mode.
NOTES: 1) Power level can be set only if the lamp is in “power” mode. 2) If you are
in “Intensity” mode, the power level value will automatically increase over time as
necessary to maintain the desired brightness as closely as possible, until power
reaches its maximum. 3) After approximately 500 hours of use, all models using a
700W lamp require lamp power of 550W or higher. If set too low, the aging lamp can
cause a projector shutdown. Upon your next power up, lamp power will
automatically maximize and a message box relates “Unexpected lamp off. Power set
to max.”. Use 550W or more to ensure normal operation and prevent similar
shutdowns, or install a new lamp in order to reliably use lower lamp power levels.
INTENSITY – This number represents the current brightness of your lamp, decreasing
over time when you are operating at 
Max Brightness or at a specific Power level.
However, when you are operating in “
Intensity” mode, this value remains at your
chosen “
Intensity” setting.
NOTE: The number shown for “intensity” is not the actual lumen output, but rather
an arbitrary value unrelated to lumens.
To use “
Intensity” mode, judge by eye and set the level as desired for your
application, remembering that higher settings can significantly shorten lamp life.
Over time, the projector will automatically increase the power supplied to the lamp as
needed to maintain the chosen intensity as closely as possible. This is called
“Brightness Tracking” or “LiteLoc”.
Keep in mind that once power reaches its maximum (see “
Power”, above), this
tracking is no longer possible. At this point, the lamp will gradually begin to dim as
usual, even though your original “
Intensity” value will still appear in the menu. To
resume accurate tracking, reduce the intensity setting so that the resulting “
Power”
value is less than its maximum—the lower the intensity, the longer it can be
maintained.
Do not lower the “
Intensity” so much that the corresponding “Power” value reaches
its minimum (450 watts in the X3/S3/X4/S4, 800 in the X5/S5/X6/S6, and 1200W in
the X9/S9) — the intensity settings will be inaccurate and cannot be maintained. Note
also that lamp power of 550W (or higher) is required for any 700W lamp having
more than 500 hours on it. Make sure your “
Intensity” setting is high enough to keep
the corresponding lamp power at 550W or higher. For best results in matching
intensity over in tiled images, choose an intensity setting that enables all lamps to
operate at less than the maximum number of watts available in your projector, but
above 550W. See “
Power”, above.
                                                          2 Precise behavior with newly-installed lamps in X9/S9 is described in footnote 1 on the previous page.3 Because a new lamp in X9/S9 can emit maximum brightness without initially requiring maximum power, adjusting Power or
Intensity slidebars beyond this point produces no additional light output. This is normal for these models.