Sim2 Multimedia Ht 300 Link Projector User Manual

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IMAGE
This menu features adjustments relating to picture position,
aspect ratio, etc.
ASPECT
This adjustment allows you to change the dimensions and
aspect ratio (relationship between width and height) of the
displayed image. There are five preset aspects available and
three personalised aspects (with user-settable parameters). You
can select a different aspect for each source: the selected
aspect ratio will be automatically called the next time the rela-
tive source is called.
You can also select the required aspect ratio by repeatedly
pressing the 
 key, or by pressing  and a numerical key
(1...8).
The following aspects are available.
NORMAL: projects the image occupying the full height of the
screen while maintaining the aspect ratio of the input signal.
When the input signal aspect ratio is 4:3 black vertical bands
are displayed on the right and left of the picture.
ANAMORPHIC: allows a 16:9 picture to be displayed correctly.
LETTERBOX: serves to display 4:3 letterbox image (with source
signal having black bands above and below the picture) so
that it fills the 16:9 screen and maintains the correct aspect
ratio.
PANORAMIC: this aspect stretches the 4:3 image, slightly
cropping the upper and lower parts.
Panoramic is ideal for displaying a 4:3 image on the 16:9 screen
of the Display.
PIXEL TO PIXEL: this aspect displays the image as it is input without
adapting it to the screen.
The image is projected in the centre of the screen and if its
horizontal and/or vertical dimensions are smaller than the
display, it is bounded by vertical and/or horizontal black bands.
USER 1, 2, 3: When none of the preset formulas are suitable, the
User formulas are available, with the facility for continuous
horizontal and vertical adjustment of picture size.
SCREEN CONTROL
If an appropriate screen-masking interface is connected to the
12V output socket it is possible to re-frame the screen to a
variety of aspect ratios and screen sizes (please refer to the
screen manufacturer’s manual).
COLOR TEMPERATURE
Changes the colour balance of the image.
Colours can be adjusted towards the red end of the spectrum
(low colour temperature values - expressed in degrees Kelvin)
or the blue end (high values).
Colour temperature can be selected with three preset values:
HIGH (corresponding to approx. 9000 degrees Kelvin), MEDIUM
(approx. 8000 degrees Kelvin), LOW (approx. 6500 degrees
Kelvin) and one 
PERSONAL setting controlled by the user with
separate adjustments for 
RED, GREEN and BLUE.
In the personale color adjustment for all three colors it is possible
to set  an Offset value and Gain.
The Offset adjustments have an impact of the low IRE values,
while the Gain adjustments impact of the higher IRE values.
Generally, the 
HIGH value is more suitable for displaying graphic
images, 
MEDIUM and LOW for video images.
These adjustments are reserved for expert users since there is
a risk of obtaining results that impair projected image quality.
GAMMA CORRECTION
Determines the system’s response to the grey scale,
emphasising or attenuating the different grades of brightness
(blacks, dark,  medium, light grey, whites) in the projected
image.
The 
GRAPHICS setting is more suitable for computer images,
while the 
FILM and VIDEO settings are more suitable for video
images.
OVERSCAN
Remove noise around image. Some sources can produce a
picture with noise along edges, thanks to the overscan function
it is possible to drop such imperfections outside the projected
area. The overscan value can be included between 0 (no
overscan) and 32 (maximum value). The image maintains in
any case the aspect.
POSITION
Use this adjustment to position the image vertically and
horizontally. Determines the aspect ratio of the projected image.
These parameters do not normally require adjustment because
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most suitable values.
However, if the image is not perfectly centralised it may prove
useful to request the system to repeat the input signal analysis
and image positioning, calling the automatic control procedu-
re from the AUTO button on the remote control or keypad. When
this procedure is called it is helpful to have a white or light
coloured background on the screen in the current picture.
FREQUENCY/PHASE
These adjustments, available for progressive signals and for
signals from PC, ensure correspondence  between the number
of pixels making up the signal and the number of pixels making
up the projected image.
These parameters do not normally require adjustment because
the system checks the input signal and automatically sets the
most suitable values.
However, if the image appears disturbed (loss of position within
the equidistant vertical bands or instability and lack of
sharpness on the narrow vertical lines) it may help to prompt
the system to repeat the input signal analysis and determination
of the best parameters by calling the automatic adjustment
procedure with the 
AUTO key on the remote control or on the
keypad.
If the automatic procedure fails to have the required effect, enter
the frequency and phase values manually and approach the
screen sufficiently to observe the effects of the adjustments.
Y / C DELAY
In the case of Video and S-Video signals, it may be necessary
to correct horizontal colour misalignment within the projected
image. For a given video standard (e.g. PAL or NTSC) the stored
value does not normally require further fine-tuning, unless the
source or connection cable has changed.Table 5
Position
Aspect
Video
S-Video
RGBS 
YCrCb 
RGB Grafico RGBS 15kHz
YCrCb 15kHzAdjustmentsInputs
Frequency-
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Phase
Gamma Correction Colour Temperature
Y/C Delay
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Overscan
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DVI-DDIGITAL INPUT
SETUP
The setup menu contains less frequently used adjustments that
may be required during installation (e.g. On Screen Display
language selection or the display of Test Patterns).
ORIENTATION
Select the option that best describes the installation i.e. desktop
front, ceiling front, desktop rear and ceiling rear.
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HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL KEYSTONE
To obtain maximum quality of the projected image, we
recommend the installation of the projector on a level platform
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Adjust the feet underneath to obtain a level position, lining up
the base of the projected image to the base of the projection
screen 
(Fig. 22).
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If the projected images needs to be centred horizontally, the
manual lens shift adjustment allows the projected image to be
moved vertically, up or down, in relation to the centre of the
screen; the maximum adjustment being equal to half the height
of the image in either direction 
(Fig. 23).
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In the event you are unable to centre the image within the screen
area, tilt the projector until the image is correctly positioned.
Any keystone error can be removed by the Keystone adjustment
in the Set up menu.
The keystone adjustement helps to compensate possible
horizontal tilts of the projector.
LENS
The Zoom adjustment impacts on the motorized zoom lens
allowing to increase or decrease the dimension of the projected
image. The Focus adjustment impacts on the motorized lens
focus, allowing to obtain the highest definition on the projected
image, an accurate focus setting should allow the viewer to
distinguish each pixel that create the image one from another.
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In the initial phase of installation the configurable keys (F1, F2)
serve as optical zoom and optical focus 
(Fig.24).
POWER ON
If active (AUTO) allows to power up the system directly from the
power feeder, once the initializing phase is completed.
If not active 
(STAND-BY) once the initializing phase is completed
the system remains in a stand-by mode waiting to receive the
power on command from the remote control or the key pad.
TEST PATTERNS
Displays a series of five test patterns, useful for the installation
of the projector.
Press 
 and   keys to browse pattern.
FACTORY DEFAULTS
Reconfigures the projector to original factory settings except
Position, Orientation, Y/C Delay, Zoom and Focus. 
						

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MENU
LANGUAGE
Lists the languages available for the On Screen Display menus.
SOURCE LIST
In order for the HT300 LINK system to be more flexible, the
following described functions allow to modify the input selection
menu making it more user friendly.
The main window shows all the inputs available on the
DigiOptic™ Image Processor.
If one or more inputs are not utilized, it is often helpful to blank
them from the input list (accessed with the 0 key).
Once the input has been chosen, in the drop menu that appears
by pressing the  key, it is possible to activate the source 
(Fig.
25)
.
The exclusion or activation of the source will automatically
renumber the remaining active inputs.
2  VIDEO 
3  S-VIDEO 
9  GRAPHICS RGB
10   
11  5  COMPONENT / RGBS 
6  COMPONENT / RGBS     COMPONENT / RGBS
7  COMPONENT / RGBS
8  COMPONENT / RGBS 1  VIDEO  
1234  S-VIDEO 45678910GRAPHICS RGB11DVI-DVIDEO 2  
S-VIDEO 3  
GRAPH RGB 9
GRAPH RGB 10
DVI-D 11 COMP RGB 5
COMP RGB 6 COMP RGB 6
COMP RGB 7
COMP RGB 8 VIDEO 1  
S-VIDEO 4  12 12DIGITAL INPUT
DIGITAL INPUT 12
Source list
ACTIVE 
NAMEYe sNo
The inputs with an active video signal (visible in the input
selection menu) are marked with a check symbol.
It can be also helpful to identify the input with a name chosen
by the user (for example with the name of the connected source)
rather than with the signal type.
Once chosen to have the input visible, in the drop menu, by
selecting the Name option it is possible to rename the source
in use.This will make it easier to remember the source connected to a
specific input. You can use up to 12 alphanumeric letters to
name the source (for more details check the “Insert text” section)
Insert text
You will be able to insert text easily and rapidly by accessing
the text insertion menu 
(fig. 26)
Cancel
Confirm Edit source name
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The text insertion mode remains the same if text is being inserted
for the first time or if a previously inserted name is being edited.
The letter insertion can be done in any available position
(represented by horizontal lines).
Use the  and  keys to move between letters either left or
right respectively.
Press the numeric key matching the letter (fig. 26), the first
click of the key selects the first letter, the second click the
second letter and so on.
The available letters are shown in the text insertion menu.
Once one letter has been inserted, to insert the following one it
is necessary to move with the cursor in the next right position
with the  key of the remote control, repeat this procedure to
insert other letters.
Use the  key to switch from small case to capital letters and
vic versa.
Any mistake can be deleted with the 
 key once it has been
positioned on the wrong letter.
Once the text insertion process is finished, it can be confirmed
and saved by clicking the 
MENU+ key.
If you want to delete the modifications use the 
MENU- key of the
remote control.
F1/F2 KEYS
This allows to assign different functions to the remote control
keys, named F1 and F2.
The window is made of 6 options, once for each line and by
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two columns showing the F1-F2 keys. The choice between F1
and F2 is made by the  and  keys of the remote control; the
function given to F1 and F2 is chosen with the  and 
 keys.
The function delivered by the key is memorized by the
intersection on the line and column.
In the following window are described the 6 options
Source list
F1/F2 keys
Source info
OSD Backgroung
OSD Position
OSD Timeout Language
Menu
English
Zoom
Focus
Magnification
Blank
Colour temperature
Gamma correction
F1 F2
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Zoom
Allows to access the optic zoom, where the  and  keys
allow to increase or decrease the size of the projected image.
Focus
Once selected, the  and  keys allow to focus the image.
Magnification
Allows you to select the area to be viewed and then magnify
the projected image. The degree of enlargement is selected in
Zoom mode (identified by a magnifying glass in the centre of
the image) using the  and   keys. The area of the picture to
be enlarged is selected  in Pan mode (symbol in the centre of
the picture) using the   and ,    arrow keys. You can
toggle between Zoom and Pan mode by pressing the  F1/F2
key on the remote control.
Blank
Blanks the active video signal producing a completely black
screen. Once pressed the key an indication of a few seconds
on the OSD will confirm its activation. A click of any other key
of the remote control allows to restore the previous settings.
Color temperature
The following click of the key (F1 or F2) allows to choose between
the different color temperatures available. High, Mid, Low, User.
Gamma correction
The following click of the key (F1 or F2) allows to choose
between the different gamma curves available.
SOURCE INFORMATION
When active (YES) each source change will show the information
related to the signal. If not active 
(NO) there will be no information
on the selected source.
OSD BACKGROUND
Determines the type of background for the On Screen Display.
OSD TIMEOUT
Use this adjustment to set the display time after which the On
Screen Display will disappear.
OSD POSITION
Allows the On Screen Display to be positioned in a particular
area of the projected image. The OSD can be positioned using
the arrow keys for fine adjustments or keys 1...9 on the remote
control to select one of 9 preset positions.
INFO
Displays the current status of the projector and information
concerning the projected video/graphic signal.
This function is displayed on pressing 
  on the remote control
(or, in the absence of the On Screen Display, the  key on the
remote control).
QUICK MENUS
The quick menus provide access to the main adjustments that
affect image quality, without calling the main On Screen menus.
BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOUR, TINT, SHARPNESS and FILTER
adjustments appear at the bottom of the screen one after the
other when the  and  keys are pressed 
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9  CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The Projector and DigiOptic™ Image Processor do not require
internal cleaning. There are no user serviceable parts inside
the projector.  Please refer all service requirements to qualified
personnel.
Cleaning the projector’s cover:
Use a soft slightly damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners,
solvents or other harsh chemicals, as this will damage the finish
of the cover. Avoid direct cleaning of the rear panel’s screen-
printing.Cleaning the lens:
The lens may be cleaned with a very soft, non-abrasive small
brush, in order to remove dust particles.  Alternatively, use a
soft dry cleaning cloth (of the type used for camera lens
cleaning) to remove fingerprints and grease marks.
MESSAGES
The following messages may appear during operation of the
system:
No signal
The system does not recognise any signal applied to the
selected input. In this case:
•Make sure the selected input is connected to a video or
graphic signal and that that source is functioning correctly.
•Check the condition of the cables used to connect the
system to the various sources.•Make sure the video or graphic signals supplied by the
source are compatible with the system’s technical
specifications and, in particular, with those of the selected
input.Out of Range
This message appears when either the resolution or the vertical/
horizontal frequency of the input signal exceeds system
specifications (e.g. a QXGA graphic signal) or when an input
is supplied with an incompatible signal (after setting the
components input to YCrCb 15kHz a progressive signal is
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10  TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
No power  (Green and red LED are OFF)
- Check the power switch at the rear: it must be in position I.
- Check if the power cable has been connected correctly to a
working socket.
- Check the power socket fuse, at the rear of the projector.
- Replace the fuse on the mains socket with an identical type
(T 3.15A H) 
(Fig. 2).
- Should the problem persist, seek authorised technical
assistance.
The lamp is not coming on
- Allow a few minutes pause between switching off and turning
on again (from stand-by). This will allow the lamp to cool down
sufficiently.
- If the lamp doesn’t come on – even though the projector has
had sufficient time to cool down – seek technical assistance
from your nearest Dealer.
No image
- Check that the selected input is actually connected to a active
video or graphic signal.
- Check that the above source actually works.
- Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with the   technical
specifications of the projector.
- Check the integrity of cables used to connect various sources.
- Check the cooling air inlets or air outlets on the units are not
obstructed and  the  room temperature is below 35°C (95°F).
Image is disturbed, unstable or noisy
- Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with the technical
specifications of the  projector.
- Check the integrity of cables connecting projector to various
sources.
- If the signal source is a terrestrial broadcast (via a VCR) check
that the receiving channel has been correctly tuned in and
that the aerial system is in good working order.- Should the problem be present with a signal coming from a
video-recorder, ensure that the videotape is an Original “first
generation” copy and in good condition.
- Adjust the VCR’s tracking control for optimum picture perfor-
mance. Ensure the VCR mode is active in the Picture  menu.
Incomplete image along borders (vertical and horizontal)
- Compare compatibility of video/graphic signals and techni-
cal specifications of your projector.
- Press 
A on your remote control or AUTO on keypad to execute
automatic
 adjustments.
- Adjust the horizontal and vertical position of projected image
by selecting  
POSITION on the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS menu.
- Adjust the width and height of image, selecting 
ASPECT in the
IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS menu.
- Adjust the Overscan value in the 
IMAGE/OVERSCAN menu.
Image too dark, too pale or unnaturally coloured
- Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with technical
specifications of your projector.
- Go to 
PICTURE menu, select and regulate any of the following,
accordingly: 
CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, and TINT.
- If necessary, reset the 
COLOR TEMPERATURE and GAMMA
CORRECTION
 (found on the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS / ADVANCED
SETTINGS
 menu).
Graphic image with poor quality vertical detail
- Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with technical
specifications of your projector.
- Press A on your remote control or AUTO on keypad to
execute automatic adjustments.
- Adjust 
FREQUENCY and PHASE  parameters, found in the
IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS menu, to optimise vertical detail of the
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Video Image showing colour misalignment on vertical
details
- Verify compatibility of video/graphic signals with technical
specifications of your projector.
- Adjust Y/C DELAY settings in the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS /
ADVANCED SETTINGS to reduce colour misalignment. For
best results use an external colour bar test pattern source.
You can purchase the following optional accessories at your
Dealer:
- Wall/Ceiling Bracket Kit.
Use only original, or SIM2 Multimedia approved,
accessories.
11   OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: for ceiling/wall installation, by means of
suspension bracket, carefully follow the
instructions and safety instructions recommended
by the Manufacturer in the bracket’s literature.
Remote control does not work
- Check the batteries and for correct polarity.
- Ensure that the area between the infrared sensor (front of
projector) and the remote control is free of obstruction.
- Ensure that infrared sensors (front and rear of projector) are
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PROJECTOR
OPTICAL
Projection system:optical engine based on 1 DMD™
HD2+chip, sealed housing, dusty
proof
DMD™ panel: resolution 1280x720 pixel
Brightness uniformity: 10% above or below the average
Contrast ratio: > 2800:1 (full On / full Off)
Projection lens:zoom, 12 elements AR multilayer
coating, motorized focus and zoom,
manual elevation
Aperture f#: 2.7 (zoom max) - 3.3 (zoom min)
Picture size: 50-250 inches (diagonal measure)
Aspect ratio: 4/3 and 16/9
Throw ratio: 1.8:1 - 2.5:1
(throw distance: picture width)
Focus range: 2.2 - 13.0 m (7’ 3” - 42’ 8”)
Throw Distance: 60”: 2.4m - 3.3m (7’ 11” - 10’ 10”)
80”: 3.2m - 4.4m (10’ 6” - 14’ 5”)
100”: 4.0m - 5.5m (13’ 2” - 18’ 1”)
Keystone adjustement: up to 26° (optical: ± 8° digital: ±18°)
Lamp: 120 W UHP
Lamp  life  time: 8000 hours (average value measured
in the laboratory under optimal con-
ditions; it can be sensibly reduced by
the unit misusing)
ELECTRICAL
Input/Output: 3-channel fibre optic link
Control: Panel (keypad), remote control
A  TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
GENERAL
Supply: from 120 to 240 Vac, -10% +6%
tolerance
Frequency: from 48 to 62 Hz
Consumption: 180 W max
Fuse: T 3.15A H, 5 x 20 mm
Dimensions of projector:352 mm x 174 mm x 318 mm
(LxHxD)
13”-7/8 x 6”-7/8 x 12”-1/2 (LxHxD)
Weight of projector: 5.0 kg (11 lbs)
Packaging and510 mm x 440 mm x 450 mm
(LxHxD)
ENVIROMENTAL
Operation temperature: 0 to 35°C (32° to 95°F)
Transportation temp.: -10 to 55°C (14° to 131°F)
Storage temperature: -10 to 55°C (14° to 131°F)
Humidity: 10% to 90% relative humidity non-
condensing
Safety: EN 60950, UL 60950
Transportability: desktop equipment
Electromagnetic EN 55022 Class B
compatibility: EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Transportation: IEC 68-2-31, IEC 68-2-32
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DIGIOPTIC™ IMAGE PROCESSOR
ELECTRICAL
Input signals:
• 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO (CVBS)
RCA type connectors, gold-plated
1.0 V
pp / 75 Ω, negative synchronisation
• 2 S-VIDEO (Y/C)
4-pin mini-DIN connectors
Y: 1.0 V
pp / 75 Ω, negative synchronisation
C: 0.286 V
pp / 75 Ω, [NTSC nominal burst level]
0.3 V
pp / 75 Ω [PAL, SECAM nominal burst level]
• 4 COMPONENTS (Y/Cr/Cb/H/V) - RGBHV
3 sets of 5 RCA connectors, gold-plated
1 set of 5 BNC type connectors, gold-plated
- Components signal
Y: 1.0 V
pp / 75 Ω, negative or 3-level synchronisation
[HDTV]
C
r,Cb: 0.7 Vpp / 75 Ω
- RGB signal
R,B: 0.7 V
pp / 75 Ω
G: 0.7 V
pp / 75 Ω, separate H/V Sync or H+V Sync
1.0 V
pp / 75 Ω, negative or 3-level synchronisation
[HDTV]
H,V: positive or negative TTL, 0.3-5 V
pp / 1 kΩ
• 2 RGBHV (analogue RGB)
female DB15HD connectors
R,B: 0.7 V
pp / 75 Ω
G: 0.7 V
pp / 75 Ω, separate H/V Sync or H+V Sync
1.0 V
pp / 75 Ω, negative or 3-level synchronisation
[HDTV]
H,V: positive or negative TTL, 0.3-5 V
pp / 1 kΩ
• 1 DVI (digital RGB)
DVI-D female connector
Input/Output: 3-channel fibre optic link
Control: Remote control, via RS232 from PC or
home automation devices
Horizontal frequency: from 15 to 110 kHz (up to UXGA, 85 Hz)
Vertical frequency: 48 -100 Hz
Video standards: automatically selected (PAL B, G, H, I, M,
N, 60, SECAM, NTSC 3.58 and 4.43)
High definition video: ATSC HDTV (480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p)
Graphic standards: VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA
Deinterlacer: Faroudja chipset, DCDi™, 3:2 pull down
sequence conversionColour temperature: from 5000 to 9300 °K (three presets and
one user settable)
Control: infrared remote control, RS232 serial (DB9
connector, female)
Outputs: 2 12-V jack connector outputs (1 active
with system powered on, 1 active with 16:9
aspect ratio selected)
GENERAL
Power supply cable: (EU, UK and US); length 2 m
Power supply: 100 to 240 VAC, tolerance ± 10%,
frequency from 48 to 62 Hz
Peak current: 30 A max
Consumption: 30W max
Dimensions: 483 x 55 x 200 mm (WxHxD); compatible
with 19 rack
Weight (approx.): 2.5 kg
Operating Temperature: 10 to 35 °C
Transportation temperature: -15 to 55 °C
Storage temperature: -15 to 55 °C
Humidity: 20% to 95% non-condensing
Safety: EN 60950, UL 60950
Transportability: desktop equipment
Electromagnetic
compatibility: EN 55022 Class B
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Transport: IEC 68-2-31, IEC 68-2-32
LINK CABLE
Composition: three 50/125 µm multimode optical fibre
cables
Connectors: LC type
Length: 20.0±0.2m
Diameter: 5 mm max
Tensile strength: 1200N*
Type Approval: UL OFNP
*traction applied on outer cable, not on fibre cores or connectors.