Proxima Dp5800 Projector User Manual

							Symbols Used in this Guide ... 3
Safety Precautions ................. 4
Your DP5800 Projector ........... 6
Installation .............................. 8
Using the Projector ................. 9
Projector Messages and
Indicators ....................  11
Using the Menus .................. 12
Connecting to a Video
Source ......................... 17
Connecting to an
RGB Signal ................. 17
Connecting to a Control
Signal .......................... 20
System Setup ....................... 25
Cleaning the Air Filter ........... 26
Lamp Replacement .............. 26
Troubleshooting .................... 27
Specifications ......................  28
Warranty and Servicing
.....................  Back cover
Contents PageDP5800 Features
High brightness
Highly efficient optical system with a metal halide lamp
ensures high brightness.
High resolution
Three separate high-definition liquid crystal panels are
used to provide sharp, clear pictures.
Compact size and light weight for
portability
RGB output terminal
RS232C communication
Mouse emulation
Power zoom and power focus
Liquid Crystal Projector
Model
DP5800
USERÕS GUIDE
Please read this userÕs guide for fast setup and use of your new projector.  After reading this guide,
keep it in a safe place for future reference. 
						

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  For Customers in the United Kingdom
THIS PRODUCT IS SUPPLIED WITH A TWO-PIN MAINS PLUG FOR USE IN MAINLAND EUROPE.
FOR USE IN THE U.K., PLEASE REFER TO THE NOTES ON THIS PAGE.
 IMPORTANT FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is
indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS 1362
fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable, never use the plug with the cover omitted.
If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visibe on the pin face of the plug.
Fuse covers are available from your dealer.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. if the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension
lead or consult your dealer.
Should it be necessary to change the mains plugs, this must be carried out by a competent person, preferably a
qualified electrician.
If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first
removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
 WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTH GROUNDED
Important:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow = Earth
Blue = Neutral
Brown = Live
As these colours may notorrespond with the colured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
1.  The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured Green or Green and Yellow.
2. The wire coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured
BLUE or BLACK.
3. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured
BROWN or RED.
Brown to Live Green & Yellow to Earth
Blue to NeutralFuse
Cord Clamp 
						

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WARNING:  This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.  This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
Instructions to Users:
This equipment complies with the requirements of FCC (Federal Communication Commission) Class A
equipments provided the following conditions are met.
(1) Video signal cables:
Double shielded coaxial cables (so called FCC shield cable) must be used and the outer shield must be
connected to the ground.  Or, if normal coaxial cables are used, the cables must be enclosed in metal pipes
or in a similar way to reduce interference noise radiation.
(2) Power cord:
Shielded power cord must be used.  The outer shield must be connected to the ground.
(3) Video inputs:
The input signal amplitude must not exceed the specified level.
The 
 mark indicates a Warning (or Caution).
The details of the warning (the left diagram shows the caution for an electric
shock hazard) are shown in the diagram.
The 
 mark indicates a prohibited action.  The details of the prohibited action
(the left diagram shows a warning not to disassemble the unit) are shown in the
diagram or near it.
The 
 mark informs you of actions you must do.  The details (the left diagram
shows ÒDisconnect the power plug from the power outletÓ) are drawn in the
diagram.
Examples of
illustrated
marks
This symbol indicates conditions that could result in serious injury or death
if ignored.
This symbol indicates conditions that could result in injury or damage to the
equipment if ignored.
Caution
Warning
Symbols Used in This Guide
Various symbols are used in this guide to help you use the product correctly and safely, and also to protect you
and others from danger and your property from being damaged. 
						

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If any unusual performance occurs.
¥An abnormal smell or smoke may indicate the possibility
of fire or electric shock, etc.  When any unusual
performance is observed, immediately turn off the power
switch and pull out the power plug from the power outlet.
Check that there is no smoke, etc., and then contact your
dealer to repair the unit.  Do not repair it yourself .
¥Do not use this unit as it is after
trouble has occurred, such as ÒNo
pictureÓ,ÒNo soundÓ, ÒAbnormal
soundÓ, etc.  This may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.  In this case
immediately turn off the power
switch and disconnect the power
plug, then contact your dealer to
repair the unit.
¥If water, etc. enters inside the unit, turn off the power
switch of the unit first and then disconnect the power plug
and contact your dealer.  If you use it as it is, it may cause
fire, electric shock, etc.
Do not install this unit in an
unstable place.
¥Avoid placing the projector in an unstable
place such as weak base, inclined floor, etc.
This may cause it to drop or fall over, resulting
in injury.
Do not open the cabinet.
There are high voltage parts inside
the cabinet which may cause electric
shock.  Ask your dealer to check
inside and adjust and repair the unit.
Do not use the projector near water.
Do not use this unit in a kitchen,
bathroom, etc.  This may cause a
fire, electric shock, etc.
Do not look directly at the lens when
the lamp is lit.
Since a strong light is used, it could damage your
vision, etc.  Pay special attention if children are
present.
Do not insert any foreign object.
¥Do not insert a metal or flammable object
inside the ventilation holes or other openings.
This may cause a fire,  electric shock, etc.
¥If foreign matter enters the case, turn the
power switch off and disconnect the power
plug from the power outlet and contact your
dealer.  If you use as it is, it may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.  Be especially careful if
children could touch the unit.
Do not apply any shock.
If you drop this unit or if the cabinet is broken,
turn off the power switch, disconnect the
power plug and contact your dealer.  If you use
it as it is, it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc.
Do not modify this unit.
Do not modify this unit.  It may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.
Do not put a container, etc. with liquid
on this unit.
Do not put a vase, flowerpot, cosmetic
container, medicine or water or small metal
objects on this unit.  If liquid spills and enter
inside the unit, it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc.
Do not use power supplies other
than those specified.
Do not use this unit with a power voltage other
than those specified.  It may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.
Be careful in handling the power cord.
¥Do not scratch or damage or bend the power cord.  Do not
put a heavy object on it, heat it or pull it.  If you do, the
power cord may be damaged and it may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.
¥Do not rest the projector on the power cord.  The power
cord may be damaged and it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc, be sure that heavy objects are not put on it.
¥If the cord is damaged (core wire is exposed,
disconnected, etc.), ask your dealer to replace
it.  It may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
¥Check that no dirt adheres to the power plug and fully
insert it without any play.  If dirt adheres or the connection
is incomplete, it may cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
Safety Precautions
Warnings
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power outlet.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power outlet.
Prohibition
of disassemblyElectric
shock
hazard
Do not use
near water
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power outlet.
Prohibition
of disassembly 
						

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¥When inserting batteries in this unit, pay
attention to the direction of the 
 and 
polarity indications and insert the batteries
correctly.  If the polarities are confused, it
may cause injury or damage near the unit
due to burst batteries, liquid leakage, etc.
Long term without use.
When you are not going use this
unit for a long time be sure to pull
the power plug from the power
outlet and cover the lens.
Clean inside the unit every 24 months.
Ask your dealer to clean inside the unit at least
once every two years.  If the unit is left with
too much dust inside, it may cause a fire.
Caution when carrying it.
Cover the lens and be sure to
disconnect the power plug from
the power outlet and check that all
external connection cords are
removed before moving the
projector.  If not, the cord may be
damaged and it may cause a fire,
electric shock, etc.
Do not place this unit where it gets hot.
If you place the unit outdoors or in a place
exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating
device, the cabinet and parts could be affected.
Cleaning the lens.
To clean the lens, use a generally-available lens
cleaning tissue (used for cleaning cameras,
glasses, etc.).  Be careful not to scratch the lens
with a hard object.
Cleaning the cabinet.
¥Do not use benzene, thinner, and other cleaning chemicals,
etc., as they may damage the plastic coating.
¥When a chemically-treated cloth is used, follow the
cautions that come with the cloth.
¥Do not leave a rubber or vinyl object touching the cabinet
for a long time.  It may cause the cabinet to change in
quality or the coating to peel off.
¥Clean the dirt from the cabinet and operation panel by
dusting lightly with  soft cloth, or wipe it with a cloth
moistened with detergent diluted with water. Then, wipe it
off with a dry soft cloth.
Do not step on this unit or place a
heavy object on it.
¥Do not step on this unit.  Pay special attention
if children are present.  If you do, the unit may
fall over or may be broken causing an injury.
¥Do not put a heavy object on this unit.  If you do, the unit
may fall due to its imbalance or it may drop, causing an
injury.
Do not block the ventilation holes.
If the ventilation holes are blocked, heat may
build up inside and it  may cause a fire.  Do not
use this unit on its side, in a poorly ventilated,
narrow place, on a carpet or bedspread or covered
with a cloth.  Place this unit so that the ventilation holes
are kept 10cm or more away from the wall.
Cleaning
Be sure to pull out the power plug
from the power outlet for safety
when cleaning.
Do not place this unit in a moist or
dusty place.
¥Do not place this unit in a moist or dusty place.  It may
cause a fire, electric shock, etc.
¥Do not place this unit where it  would be
exposed to soot or steam, near a cooking stove
or humidifier, etc.  It may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc.
Set the caster stoppers.
When this unit is installed on a table with casters,
set the caster stoppers.  If the table moves, it may
fall over, causing an injury.
Handle the power cord carefully.
¥Do not bring the power cord near a heating device.  The
shield of the cord may melt and it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc.
¥Do not insert/disconnect the power plug with
wet hands.  It may cause an electric shock.
¥When the power plug is to be
disconnected, do not pull on the power
cord itself.  The power cord may be
damaged and it may cause a fire, electric
shock, etc.  Pull on the power plug.
Use of batteries.
¥Do not use batteries not specified for this unit.
Do not use new batteries mixed together with
old ones.  This may cause a fire or injury due
to burst of battery or liquid leakage.
Cautions
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power outlet.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power outlet.
Pull out the
power plug
from the
power outlet. 
						

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Input menu reset
mute zoom
focuspowertemp
lamp
S-VIDEO VIDEO
AUDIO LR
AC SW
AC IN
AUDIO
INAUDIO
OUTRGB IN
RGB OUT
CONTROL
Your DP5800 Projector
The remote control will function within
16 feet of the projector sensor  and
within 30° to both the left and right.
Speaker
Handle
Cooling fan
(exhaust)LensCooling fan
(intake) Remote control
sensorRemote control
sensor
INPUT buttonTo select the input source.
Each time this button is pressed, the input source is
changed in sequence as shown below.
RGB1 
 RGB2  VIDEO1  VIDEO2
RESET buttonResets unit to factory
settings.
LAMP indicatorGlows when the lamp
should be replaced.
(See page 11.)
ON indicatorBlinks in Standby mode.
Glows in operation mode.
(See page 11.)
VIDEO input terminal(on video-equipped models only)
S-VIDEO input terminal
Mini DIN 4pin connector
VIDEO input terminal
RCA Jack
AUDIO L/R input terminal
RCA Jack
MAIN POWER switchMain power ON/OFF switch.
RGB input terminalRGB input terminal
D-sub 15 pin
RGB output
terminal
RGB output terminal
D-sub 15 pin
CONTROL terminalD-sub 15 pin RS232
AC IN socketConnect the provided
power cord.AUDIO input
terminal
Stereo mini jack
AUDIO output
terminal
(RGB/VIDEO)
Stereo mini jack
TEMP IndicatorGlows when temperature
inside the projector is too
high. (See page 11.)
ZOOM buttonsAdjust picture size.
MUTE button
MENU button
Picture adjustments.
Refer to pages 12 - 16
for details.
STANDBY / ON
button
Power ON/OFF button.
OFF sets the unit in
Standby mode.
FOCUS buttonAdjusts focus. 
						

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RIGHT
STANDBY/ON
RISET
FOCUS ZOOM
TIMER
BLANK
POSITION MUTE
RGB1/2 VIDEO1/2
INPUTVOL
MENU
RIGHTRESET
Your DP5800 Projector (continued)
Remote control
How to insert batteries
1 . Remove the battery
compartment cover.
Slide the battery compartment
cover in the direction of the
arrow while pressing slightly
down on it.
2 . Insert the batteries as
illustrated inside the
battery compartment.
3 . Replace the cover.
CautionCautions on remote
control use
¥ Do not drop the remote control or apply any shock to it.
¥ Do not let the remote control get wet and do not put it on
a wet object.
¥ If you are not going to use the remote control  for a long
time, remove the batteries from it.
¥ If operation of the remote control becomes difficult,
replace the batteries.
Caution Cautions on use of batteries
¥ Do not use batteries not specified for this unit.  Do not use
old and new batteries together.  It may cause a fire, injury
due to burst of battery or liquid leakage.
¥ When inserting batteries, pay attention to the direction of
the 
 and  polarity indications and insert the batteries
correctly.  If the polarities are not correct, it may cause
injury or damage near the unit due to a battery explosion
or liquid leakage.
MENU STICK SWITCHSelects or adjusts the menu items in
Menu mode.
Works as the mouse in Play mode.
RESET / RIGHT buttonResets menu items to factory settings
when menus are open.
Works as right mouse button in
Computer mode.
MENU ON / OFF buttonDisplays or removes the on-screen
menus.
FOCUS buttonAdjusts focus.
VOLUME buttonAdjusts volume.
MUTE buttonTurns the Audio off.
STANDBY / ON buttonPower ON/OFF button.
OFF sets the unit in Standby mode.
ZOOM buttonAdjusts picture size.
TIMER ON / OFF buttonDisplays or removes the TIMER menu.
When a Blank screen is displayed,
TIMER can not be set. (See page 15.)
BLANK ON / OFF buttonDisplays a blank screen which can be
revealed by moving the MENU STICK
SWITCH. (See page 14.)
POSITION buttonMove the picture with the MENU STICK
SWITCH while pressing the POSITION
button.
INPUT SELECT buttonSelects the input source. 
						

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Screen (inches)
40
60
80
100
120
150
200
Installation
Projector and screen setup
Determine proper picture size and projection distance as illustrated below.
Using the foot adjusters
1.  Lift up the projector and unlock the foot adjusters.
2.  Adjust the feet to the best viewing angle, and then lock the foot adjusters.
3.  To adjust the angle slightly, rotate the foot adjusters.
a (inches)
Minimum
60
89
119
149
179
224
298Maximum
89
134
179
224
269
336
448b (inches)
3.4
5.1
6.9
8.6
10.3
12.9
17.2
Adjust the projection position using the foot adjusters at the bottom of the projector.
Top view
b
a
Side viewScreen
Lens center
a: Distance from the projector to the screen
b: Length from the center of the lens to the bottom
of the picture
Front view
Foot adjusterIn = unlock
Out = lock
Side view
Viewing angle can be changed from 1° ~ 7°.
CautionDo not unlock the foot adjusters unless you are supporting the projector, to avoid dropping the
projector and causing an injury.
Do not revolve the foot adjusters by force.
If the foot adjusters do not lock completely, move the foot slightly before locking. 
						

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Using the Projector
Projecting the picture
1Turn the MAIN POWER switch of the projector on. [ ê : ON]
¥ The ON indicator will glow orange.
2Press the STANDBY/ON button.
¥ The ON indicator blinks (green) and then glows (green).
3Remove the lens cap.
4Adjust the picture size using the ZOOM buttons.
5Adjust the focus using the FOCUS buttons.
(1) Press the FOCUS button.  The on-screen display shown on the right appears.
(2) Press the Focus +/- buttons until the picture is clear.
6Turn on all connected equipment.
See pages 17-19 for the correct sequence for turning on various equipment.
7Press the INPUT button or the INPUT SELECT (VIDEO or RGB)
button to select the source of the projected signal.
¥ The selected signal input source is displayed at the bottom right of the screen.
NOTE:Video 1/2 works with video capable units only.
+++FOCUS+++
RGB 1
5 4
7 2
1
7 4 2
5
3
RIGHT
STANDBY/ON
RISET
FOCUS ZOOM
TIMER
BLANK
POSITION MUTE
RGB1/2 VIDEO1/2
INPUTVOL
MENU
RIGHTRESET 
						

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Using the Projector (continued)
Turning off the power
1Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button for 1 second.
¥ The ON indicator lights up orange and the lamp turns off.  About 1 minute later, the fan stops and the
indicator blinks orange.
NOTE:If you press the STANDBY/ON button for less than 1 second, the projector will not switch
to Standby mode.
2Turn the MAIN POWER switch of the projector off. [    : OFF]
3Replace the lens cap.
1
21
3
CautionDo not turn off the projectorÕs MAIN POWER switch before pressing the STANDBY/ON
button.  After the STANDBY/ON button is pressed, the fan will run for about 1 minute to cool
the projector.
RIGHT
STANDBY/ON
RISET
MENU
RIGHTRESET