Sim2 Multimedia Projector Nero 3d 1 User Manual

							SIM2 Multimedia
Nero 3D-1,
Nero 3D-2,
Nero 3D HB
User Guide 
						

							Contents
3 Important information
Safety
3D content
Environment
Notice
7 Chapter 1 :  Introduction
About This User Guide
Key Features and Benefits
System Components
Optional Accessories
9 Chapter 2 :  Overview
Remote Control
Projector Keypad
Connections
3D IR Emitter
3D Glasses
13 Chapter 3 :  Installation
Location
Mounting
Connections
Switching On and Off
19 Chapter 4 :  Operation
Viewing 3D Content
3D Menu
Input Menu
Main Menu
Picture
Image
Setup
Menu
Memories
Info
Quick Menus
Messages
36 Chapter 5 :  Troubleshooting
38 Chapter 6 :  Specifications
40 Chapter 7 :  Projection Distances
41 Chapter 8 :  Dimensions
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							Important information
Safety
To reduce the risk of electrocution, disconnect the power cord on the  
rear panel before removing the top cover of the projector. For technical  
service refer to trained personnel authorized by the manufacturer.
If the lamp suddenly explodes with a loud bang, turn off the projector immediately  
and air the room thoroughly. Do not attempt to restart the projector and do attempt  
to replace the bulb: contact your local service center.
Read this  guide
Read all chapters of this  guide  carefully before switching on the projector. This  guide  
provides basic instructions for operating the  Nero 3D - 1/3D - 2/3D HB  projectors. Install -
ation, preliminary adjustments and procedures that necessitate the removal of the  
top cover and contact with electrical components must be performed by authorized,  
trained technicians. To ensure safe operation and long term reliability use only the  
power cords supplied by the manufacturer. Observe all warnings and precautions.  
Keep  this guide  for future consultation.
Do not touch internal parts of the projector
Inside the housing there are electrical parts carrying dangerously high voltages and  
parts operating at high temperature. Never open the housing. Entrust all servicing and  
repair work to a SIM2 Authorized Service Center. Opening the housing voids the war -
ranty.
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply
The device that disconnects the projector from the mains is the power plug. Ensure  
that the power cord plugs and the electrical outlets are easily accessible during install -
ation operations. Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the projector from the  
mains. Use only the specified power supply. Connect the projector to a mains electric -
al supply with rated voltage of between 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz and equipped with a  
protective earth connection. If you are not sure of your domestic mains rating, contact  
an electrician. Take care to avoid overloading the power socket and any extension  
leads.
Switching the projector off
Pay attention to the switch off procedure for the projector. The projector must always  
be brought back to the standby state to allow the projector to carry out the cooling  
procedure. Should this not happen, for example due to a power cut, the projector may  
enter a state of protection that leads to switch-on being blocked. This block will last  
until the internal components of the projector have completely cooled down.
Changing the fuses
Before changing the fuse, disconnect the projector from the mains power supply. The  
fuse compartment is next to the power supply connector. Remove the fuse holder  
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							with a flat head screwdriver and replace the fuse. Fit the replacement fuse. Use only  
type T 10 A L H fuses for the projector.
Be careful with cables
Make sure cables are routed so that people are not impeded or become a trip hazard.  
Keep all cables away from children. Install the projector as close to the wall socket as  
possible. Avoid stepping on power cords, make certain they do not become tangled,  
and never jerk or tug them; do not expose them to sources of heat, and make sure  
they do not become knotted or crimped. If the power cords become damaged, stop  
using the projector and request the assistance of an authorized technician.
Disconnect the projector from the mains power during electrical storms and when  
not in use
To prevent damage from lightning strikes in the vicinity, disconnect the projector dur -
ing storms or when the projector is going to be left unused for a long time.
Avoid contact with liquids and exposure to damp
Do not use the projector near water (sinks, tubs and so on); do not place objects con -
taining liquids on or near the projector and do not expose it to rain, humidity, drops of  
water or sprays; do not use water or liquid detergent to clean it.
Place the projector on a stable surface
Place the projector on a stable surface or use a suitable ceiling mounting bracket. Nev -
er place the projector on its side or rear, on the lens or top panel.
Do not allow the projector to overheat
To prevent overheating, allow a free space of at least 0.25 m (10 in.) on the left, right  
and rear sides of the projector. Do not obstruct the ventilation slots. Do not place the  
projector near heat sources such as heaters, radiators or other devices (including  
amplifiers) that generate heat. Do not place the projector in an area where there is  
insufficient space (shelving units, bookshelves and so on) and in general avoid placing  
it in poorly ventilated areas as this may prevent sufficient cooling and significantly  
reduce lamp life.
Never look directly at the projection lamp
Never look directly into the lens when the lamp is on as the intense light may damage  
your eyes. Take particular care that children cannot do so.
Take special care regarding movement of the lens
Do not place objects in the slots on the side of the lens and also ensure that vertical  
lens movements are not impeded by external objects.
Do not insert objects through the openings in the projector
Make sure that no objects are inserted inside the projector. If this should occur, dis -
connect the projector from the power supply immediately and call an authorized tech -
nician.
Power saving
We advise disconnecting the projector from the power supply when not in use. In this  
way you will achieve considerable power savings while at the same time protecting in -
ternal electrical parts from wear.
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							3D content
Discomfort (such as eye strain, headaches, motion sickness, nausea, dizziness, disori -
entation) may be experienced while watching 3D content. In this case, stop watching  
and consult a doctor if symptoms are severe.
Consult a doctor before allowing young children (especially those under six years old)  
to watch 3D content as their visual system is still under development. 
Monitor children (including teenagers) watching 3D content, as they are more at risk  
of experiencing discomfort and less inclined to report symptoms. 
Individuals who may be susceptible to epileptic seizures or strokes (on the basis of  
personal and family history) should consult a doctor before watching 3D content.
All viewers should take regular breaks from watching 3D content. Length and fre -
quency of these breaks may vary from person to person.
Environment
This product contains materials derived from natural resources during its manufac -
ture. It may contain materials that constitute a health and environmental hazard. To  
prevent harmful materials from being released into the environment and to promote  
the use of natural materials, SIM2 provides the following information regarding the  
disposal and recycling of the product.
Waste electrical and electronic materials (WEEE) should never be disposed of in nor -
mal urban waste disposal facilities.
The label on the product, shown here, indicating a canceled garbage can,  
is intended to remind you that the product requires special handling at  
the end of its service life. Materials such as glass, plastic and some chem -
ical compounds are recoverable and can be recycled for reuse.
Observe the following instructions:
• When you no longer wish to use your electrical and electronic equipment,  
take it to your local waste disposal facility for recycling.
• You may return your old equipment to your SIM2 Authorized Dealer free of  
charge when you buy a new product that is equivalent or has the same func -
tions as the old one. Contact SIM2 to find your local dealer.
• If you need more information regarding recycling, reuse and product ex -
changes, contact SIM2 customer service.
Lastly we suggest further measures to safeguard the environment, such as recycling of  
internal and external packaging (including that used for shipping) in which the product  
was delivered. With your help, we can reduce the amount of environmental resources  
required to make electric and electronic equipment, reduce the use of waste tips for  
used equipment and, in general, improve our quality of life by making sure that haz -
ardous materials are correctly scrapped. Incorrect treatment of the product at the end  
of its service life and failure to follow the above disposal instructions are punishable  
under local legislation.
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							Product disposal
The lamp inside this projector contains mercury and may be subject to  
special disposal or recycle regulations. Dispose or recycle in accordance  
with local laws. For more information contact the Electronic Industries  
Alliance at  www.eiae.org  or check  www.lamprecycle.org
Notice
The appliance has been subjected to exhaustive operating tests by SIM2 to guarantee  
the highest quality. The projector bulb life should thus initially be around 30-60 hours.  
In addition to the customary checks, the Quality Control department also runs addi -
tional statistical tests before shipment. In such cases, the packaging may show signs of  
having been opened, and the hours of lamp operation may prove to be higher than  
those normally shown when only standard tests are performed.
As the optical system of the  Nero 3D - 1/3D - 2/3D HB  is extremely compact and has the  
purpose of developing very high brightness and contrast, it is possible that a small  
quantity of light is visible outside of the projection area and will vary depending on  
the type of lens used and the zoom and shift setup. This characteristic of the optical  
system is to be deemed as normal. In order to reduce this effect SIM2 recommends  
that the area surrounding the projection screen is as dark as possible.
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							1 Introduction
The  Nero 3D - 1/3D - 2/3D HB are high - end compact 1 - chip DLP 3D single unit projectors  
that utilize SIM2’s state - of - the - art optical technologies to produce images with excep -
tional black level and contrast performance.
The  Nero 3D - 1/3D - 2/3D HB are  able to emulate the best 3D cinema projection sys -
tems, in terms of color fidelity, definition and depth of image. These are all conveyed  
accurately, as is the fluid motion of fast-action movies and sports. This all adds up to  
an incredible 3D experience at home.
The  Nero 3D - 1/3D - 2/3D HB are  designed for use with large screen sizes  –  up to 5   m  
(16.5   ft.) wide. A choice of three high quality glass lenses (T1, T2 and T3) is available,  
giving the projector s  a total throw ratio of 1.37-3.90:1.
To aid calibration SIM2’s Live Color Calibration software enables complete control  
over:
• primary, secondary and white point color coordinates
• gamma tables
allowing calibration experts to accurately calibrate the final image via a user - friendly  
application for Windows-based computers.
About This User Guide
This User Guide describes how to set up and operate the following projectors:
• Nero 3D - 1
• Nero 3D - 2
• Nero 3D HB
Except where otherwise indicated, the information in this guide applies to all the pro -
jectors listed above, that will be referred to as “Nero 3D”.
Key Features and Benefits
• high picture quality: SIM2 renown image processing and  the latest 0.95   in.  
1080p DMD from Texas Instruments
• precision optics: patented SIM2 ALPHAPATH compact die-cast light engine  
with precision glass optics
• artifact-free fast-action images: SIM2 PureMotion processing
• high resolution: actual full HD 3D images, without blur and ghosting
• comfortable 3D viewing: high brightness ghost-free sharp images
• immersive 3D effect: large screen sizes thanks to high brightness images
• 3D wide viewing angle: stereo separation independent from viewing angles
• screen flexibility: no constraints in the choice of the screen material
• compatibility: no need of dedicated sources and preprocessing for 3D viewing
• longer lamp life: affordable and reliable UHP lamps
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							System Components
Your  Nero 3D  DLP projector ships with the following items:
• 1 x backlit remote control unit (with four AAA/ LR03  batteries)
• 3 x AC power cords (US, EU and UK), 2 m (6.6 ft.) long
• 3 x jacks for 12 V output connectors
• 1 x 4.0-millimeter Hex wrench (for lens shift adjustment)
• 1 x User guide (this document)
• 1 x CD with Live Color Calibration software (for Windows - based computers)
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your SIM2 Authorized Dealer as soon as  
possible. Keep the original packaging in case anything has to be shipped.
Optional Accessories
• Visus system (7 SIM2 Visus active shutter glasses and 1 IR emitter for SIM2  
Visus active shutter glasses)
• Visus box (8 SIM2 Visus active shutter glasses)
• Universal system (6 universal active shutter glasses and 1 IR emitter for uni -
versal active shutter glasses)
• Universal box (8 universal active shutter glasses)
• Projector ceiling bracket
• Anamorphic lens systems (fixed or motorized)
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							2 Overview
Remote Control
❶ Turn backlight on for about 5  
seconds
❶
❸
❹
❺
❼
❽
❾
⓫
⓬
⓮ ❷
❻
❿
⓭
⓰
⓯ ❷
     turns the projector off
❸
1-9 select inputs and turn the projector  
on
❹
0 enters OSD Input menu and turns  
the projector on
❺
● OK  enters submenus, confirms ac -
tions
❻
ESC exits OSD
❼   ▴ 
◂     ▸
  ▾ select menu items, adjust settings or  
cycle through the test patterns
❽ MENU
 + / - enter OSD Main menu and select  
the desired section, each press of  
the key selects the next tab in the  
menu
❾
II 3D  enters 3D menu
❿
Memory  enters Memories menu
⓫ ⓬
F1, F2 perform user-defined actions (de -
fault assignments are: F1 = Zoom, F2  
= Focus)
⓭
Info  displays projector Info
⓮
A Auto  performs Auto Adjustment
⓯
Aspect  enters Aspect Quick menu
⓰ Not used
Custom Remotes
You can use your own IR remote control to control your  Nero 3D  projector.
• If you are using a remote control with learning capabilities, use the projector  
remote control to teach the commands to your remote.
• If you are using a programmable remote control, the setup software probably  
allows importing of Pronto Hex codes. See  SIM2 Nero 3D - 1/3D - 2/3D HB IR  
Control  for a list of all the projector codes in Pronto Hex format, including a  
number of discrete codes for:
◦ Aspects
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							◦ Memories
◦ 3D Controls (3D Mode and Input Formats)
Operation
The  Nero 3D  projector has two IR receivers, one on the front and one on the back of  
the unit. The operative range of the remote control is approximately 10 m (33 ft.).  
Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote  
control and the IR receiver you are pointing to. You can point the remote control to -
wards the screen, as the IR beam is reflected by the screen towards front IR receiver  
of the projector. In this case the effective range of the remote control may be smaller  
than declared.
Batteries
To install batteries in the remote control:
1. Open the battery cover.
2. Insert four AAA (LR03) batteries making sure the polarities match the  +  marks  
inside the battery compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
Replace the batteries with new ones when the operating range of the remote control  
decreases. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Make sure you do  
not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
Warning:  If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries  
to avoid battery leakage.
Projector Keypad
       turns the projector on or off
◂ ▸ ▴ ▾
select menu items, adjust settings or switch test patterns
MENU enters OSD Main menu and selects the desired section
ESC exits OSD
SO URCE / O enters OSD Input menu/selects a menu item
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