Sim2 Multimedia Projector Nero 3d 1 User Manual

							Language
Selects the desired OSD language. The Nero 3D can display the menus in English, Itali -
an, French, German, Spanish, Swedish, Portuguese, Russian and Simplified Chinese.
Source List
Allows customization of the Input list. To change the status of an input:
1. highlight the  input
2. use the  ◂  and  ▸  keys to  Enable  or  Disable  the input.
Disabled inputs are not shown in the input selection menu and cannot be selected via  
keys  1 - 5  of the remote control.
Important:   Active inputs are numbered according to their position in the list. Chan -
ging the status of an input modifies the numbers assigned to the inputs that follow  
(which is undesirable if you are using a custom control system).
You can change the label of each input (for example assigning the name of the device  
it is connected to). To rename an input:
1. highlight the  input
2. press  ● on the remote control to enter Text Entry menu
3. use the  ◂  and  ▸  keys to underline the character you would like to change
4. enter the desired symbol using keys  1 - 9  on the remote control
5. cycle through steps 3 and 4 until you have finished entering your custom label
6. press ● on the remote control to save the label you have entered, or  Esc  to  
discard your changes
F1-F2 Keys
You can have direct access to some functions through the  F1  and  F2  keys on the re -
mote control. 
The default assignments are: F1 = Zoom, F2 = Focus.
To assign a different function to one of these keys:
1. highlight the  function  using  ▴  or  ▾
2. press  F1  or  F2  to set the key assigned to that function.
Available functions are:
• Zoom  Activates the optical zoom control, where the  ◂   and   ▸  keys zoom out  
and in respectively. By pressing  ●   on the remote control a specific internal test  
pattern is displayed. This is the default function for key  F1 .
• Focus  Once selected,  ◂   and   ▸  allow the image to be focused. By pressing  ●   on  
the remote control a pattern a specific internal test pattern is displayed. This  
is the default function for key  F2 .
• Blank  Turns off the video signal on-screen. Press  Esc  to restore video to the  
screen.
• Gamma correction  Activates Gamma Correction quick menu. Use  ▴  or  ▾   to  
cycle through available Gamma tables.
• Freeze  Turns on or off picture still mode.
Source Information
When enabled ( Yes ), the projector displays information about the current input signal  
every time a new signal is detected. If disabled ( No ) no information is displayed.
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							Help Menu
When enabled, the Help bar (providing tips for menu navigation) is displayed at the  
bottom of the main menu.
OSD Background
Selects the background of the OSD ( Clear  or  Solid ).
OSD Position
Changes the location for the display of the Main Menu OSD.
To select one of the nine preset positions:
• press  1 - 9  on the remote control
To create a custom position:
1. select the preset that is closest to the desired position
2. use  ◂ ,  ▸ ,  ▴  or  ▾  for a finer adjustment
Note:  Avoid locations too close to corners or edges to prevent cropping of larger  
menus.
OSD Display Timeout
Sets duration OSD is visible after the last event. Adjust in 10 second increments from  
10 to 200 seconds.
Memories
You can store and recall at a later time up to six different sets of values (Memories)  
per input type, so that you have customized setups for each viewing condition. Each  
memory saves the main image settings that are available for a given input type. Refer  
to  Table 4.5  for details.
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							Table  4.5
Settings Video RGB/YPrPb
Graphics RGB HDMI 1/2  
2D HDMI 1/2
3D
Brightness ● ● ● ●
Contrast ● ● ● ●
Color ● ● ● 1
● 1
Sharpness ● ● ● ●
Sharpness Mode ● ● ●
Filter ●
Cinema Mode ● ●
Noise Reduction ● ● ●
DynamicBlack ●  2
●  2
●  2
PureMotion ● ● ●
Aspect ● ● ● ●  3
Color Primaries ● ● ● ●
Color White ● ● ● ●
Gamma ● ● ● ●
Lamp Power ● ● ● ●
Variable Iris ●  2
●  2
●  2
●  2
3D Input Format ●
Notes:
1. YPrPb only
2. Nero 3D-2 and Nero 3D HB only
3.  See  Table 4.2  on page  22  for more information
The Memory Management function menu page is activated by pressing the  Memory  
key on the remote control.
Save Current Settings
To save the current settings for the active input in Memory ( 1-6) :
1. press the Memory key on the remote to display Memories menu
2. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight the desired memory
3. press  ●  to open the corresponding pull-down menu
4. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight  Save current settings
5. press  ▸  to execute
The confirmation message “ Current settings saved in Memory  (1-6) ”  is displayed. The  
icon at the left of the memory name now indicates that custom values are stored. If  
desired, repeat the steps above to save additional memories in different locations.
Note:  You can change the name of each memory. See “ Rename ” below for details.
Recall
To recall the settings for the current input you have previously saved in a Memory:
1. press the  Memory  key on the remote to display Memories menu
2. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight the desired memory
3. press  ▸  to execute
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							The confirmation message “ Memory  (1-6)  recalled ”  is displayed. The last memory you  
have recalled becomes the active memory for the current input (the memory that is  
automatically recalled each time that input is selected). If this behavior is not desired:
1. recall the desired memory as described above
2. select  Auto  (the line numbered 0 in the Memory menu) and press  ▸
Note:  I f you are using a custom control system, discrete codes for recalling Memories  
are available.
Save Initial Settings
To restore factory-default settings for a previously saved memory:
1. press the Memory key on the remote to display Memories menu
2. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight the desired memory
3. press  ●  to open the corresponding pull-down menu
4. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight  Save initial settings
5. press  ▸  to execute
The confirmation message “ Initial settings saved in Memory  (1-6) ”  is displayed. The  
memory icon now indicates that the memory does not store custom values.
Note:  The other memories are unaffected.
Rename
To change the name of each memory:
1. press the Memory key on the remote to display Memories menu
2. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight the desired memory
3. press  ●  to open the corresponding pull-down menu
4. press  ▴  and  ▾  to highlight  Rename
5. press  ● on the remote control to enter Text Entry menu
6. use  ◂  and  ▸  to underline the character you would like to change
7. enter the desired symbol using  1 - 9  on the remote control
8. cycle through steps 6. and 7. until you have finished entering your custom la -
bel
9. press ● on the remote control to save the label you have entered, or  Esc  to  
discard your changes
Important:   When you enter the Memories menu, a copy of the current setting for the  
active input is saved in a temporary memory, numbered 0 and called  Auto . After re -
calling one or more memories for the current input, you will be able to revert to  Auto  
settings at any time, provided that you do not exit Memory menu by pressing  Esc .
Info
Displays a summary of the projector settings
This function is displayed by pressing  Info  on the remote control.
Quick Menus
The quick menus provide access to the main adjustments that affect image quality  
without opening the main menu. The adjustments  Brightness ,  Contrast ,  Color ,  Tint ,  
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							Sharpness ,  Filter  and  Noise Reduction  will appear on after the other in the lower part  
of the screen by pressing  ▴  or  ▾ .
Messages
The following messages may appear on your screen:
• No signal .  The projector does not recognize 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 this source is functioning correctly.
◦ check the condition of the cables used to connect the system to the vari -
ous sources.
◦ make sure the video or graphic signals supplied by the source are compat -
ible with the system technical specifications and, in particular, with those  
of the selected input.
• Out of range .  This message appears when either the resolution or the vertic -
al/horizontal frequency of the input signal exceeds system specifications (for  
example a QXGA graphic signal).
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							5 Troubleshooting
The projector does not turn on
• Make sure the main power switch (at the rear of the projector) is in the On  
position.
• Ensure the projector is connected to an electrical outlet and the outlet is  
working.
• Check the fuse located near the AC receptacle on the right hand side of the  
projector.
• Replace the fuse with one of the same type and rating (T 10 A L H 250 V).
• If the fuse blows repeatedly, contact an authorized technical center.
Lamp does not turn on
• If the projector is cooling down (indicator light flashing green and red), wait  
until cooling is complete. After Standby mode is entered (indicator light solid  
red), turn projector on again.
• The lamp may have overheated. Check that the air inlets and outlets are not  
blocked and that room temperature is within specifications. Wait at least 30  
minutes and then turn the projector back on.
• Check the Status Display for any errors. Contact your SIM2 Authorized Dealer  
for assistance if the error persists.
• Lamp may need replacement. Contact your SIM2 Authorized Dealer for assist -
ance.
“No Signal ”  Message is displayed
• Make sure the correct Input is selected.
• Make sure the desired video source is on and its output is configured cor -
rectly.
• Check cable connection from the desired video source to the projector.
Remote control does not work
• When using the remote, point it directly at the front of the projector.
• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the infrared sensor in the  
front of the projector.
• Make sure the remote control batteries are in good condition and are inserted  
correctly.
3D content cannot be displayed
• Turn the projector off and the 3D source off.
• Ensure your source is 3D compatible and the 3D output is enabled. Ensure  
1080p resolution and 24 Hz options are enabled in the 3D source to enjoy full  
HD 3D viewing. (See your 3D source user guide).
• Turn the projector on first and then turn the 3D source on. Try to play 3D con -
tent again.
• Ensure your glasses are switched on and set to the  appropriate mode  
(SIM2/Universal).
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							3D content is displayed as two near-identical images
• If they are next to each other, press the 3D key on the remote control and  
then choose Side by Side 3D Input Format.
• If they are one above the other, press the 3D key on the remote control and  
then choose Top and Bottom 3D Input Format.
3D image lacks depth
• Press the 3D key on the remote control, highlight the 3D Left/Right setting and  
then choose the value (either Normal or Swapped) that restores the correct  
sense of depth in the image.
HDMI Connection Issues
• 3D requires a substantial data throughput therefore use a good quality High  
Speed HDMI cable – with or without Ethernet.
• Avoid using excessively long HDMI cables as this contributes to poor connec -
tion issues.
◦ Cable lengths over 10 m are not recommended.
◦ Avoid using HDMI cables that have illuminated plugs or active systems  
that draw on the 5 V supply rail. If the 5 V drops lower than 4.7 V you will  
not get any picture!
• Sparkles of random color on screen. This usually means that the cable doesn’t  
have the bandwidth capabilities to handle the signal.
◦ Try changing the cable or use a shorter cable.
◦ Try using a lower resolution for example if you are using 1080p try switch -
ing to 1080i. If this solves the problem the cable is the likely culprit.
• When switching inputs on either the projector or the AV Receiver/Processor  
sometimes the picture is either green or pink. This usually means the incor -
rect color standard has been selected. This is sent automatically every time  
you switch HDMI inputs but sometimes the information is not received by the  
display.
◦ Reselect input, if problem persists disconnect the HDMI cable to either  
the display or output of the receiver and reconnect – this instigate a hot-
plug detect and should resolve the issue.
◦ If the problem persists check with your AV receiver/processor/Blu - ray  
manufacturer for the latest software updates.
◦ Try a different HDMI cable.
• Snowy picture. This means that the HDCP system has not authorized the play -
back of the material.
◦ Usually re-selecting the input will resolve the problem.
◦ If the problem persists then it is more than likely to be cable related. Try  
other cables.
◦ Try bypassing other product in the system chain. For example connect the  
Blu - ray player direct to the projector.
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							6 Specifications
Projection Type Digital Light Processing (DLP),  1 -chip
DLP Type: 0.95 in., 1920 x 1080
Optical Engine Die cast, based on SIM2 patented ALPHAPATH
Projection Lens High-quality glass 
Throw ratio:
    T1: 1.37-1.66:1
    T2: 1.75-2.48:1
    T3: 2.54-3.90:1
Lens shift Manual (Vertical, up to +50% of image height with standard  
lens)
Zoom and Focus Motorized (controlled via remote control and OSD)
Lamp High pressure 280 W (dimmable to 230 W)
Inputs    1 x Composite Video (RCA)
  1 x Component - Analog YPrPB/RGBS (4 x RCA)
  1 x RGBHV (D-Sub 15 - pin female)
  2 x HDMI 1.4 with 3D, DeepColor and InstaPort
Controls    IR remote
  Keypad on rear panel
  RS-232 Serial commands
Communication Ports    1 x USB 1.1 (type B) for serial commands and firmware  
upgrade
   1 x RS232 (female D - Sub 9 - pin) for serial commands and  
firmware upgrade
Outputs    1 x VESA DIN - 3 for 3D sync Out
   1 x 12 V 100 mA jack for system on/off
   1 x 12 V 100 mA jack for 4:3/16:9 aspect ratio
   1 x 12 V 100 mA jack for anamorphic lens driving
Frequency    Horizontal: 15-80 kHz
   Vertical: 24-30 Hz and 48-120 Hz
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							Video Standards    Composite: NTSC 3.58/4.43, PAL B/G/H/I/M/N/60, SECAM  
(automatically selected)
   Components/RGBHV: 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 1080i 50/60,  
720p 50/60, 1080p 24/25/30/50/60, VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA,  
UXGA
   HDMI: 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 1080i 50/60, 720p 50/60,  
1080p 24/25/30/50/60, VGA, SVGA, XGA
3D Formats    All HDMI 1.4a mandatory formats
  A ll DVB formats
  O thers (refer to  Table 4.1 )
Aspect Ratios Normal (Full Height), Anamorphic, Letterbox, Panoramic, Pixel  
to pixel, Subtitle, User (3)
Color Gamut Includes REC 709, fully adjustable with presets (HDTV, EBU,  
SMPTE-C)
Power    Requirement: 100-240 V AC ±10% @ 48-62 Hz
   Operating Consumption: 440 W
   Standby Consumption: < 1 W
Size and Weight    Depth: 455 mm (17.9 in.)
   Width: 460 mm (18.1 in.)
   Height: 210 mm (8.3 in.)
   Weight: 11 kg (24.3 lb.) approx.
Temperature    Operating: 10° C to 35° C
   Storage: -15° C to 55° C
Certifications    Low Voltage Directive: EN 60950 - 1/UL60950
   EMC Directives: EN 55022, EN 55022 A1 A2, EN61000 - 3 - 2,  
EN61000 - 3 - 3
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							7 Projection Distances
1.78:1 (16:9) Screen
Screen Projection Distance
Vertical
Offset
(m)T1  ( 1.37-1.66:1 ) T2  ( 1.75-2.48:1) T3  ( 2.54-3.90:1 )
Diagonal  
Size (in.) Width
(m) Height
(m) Min
(m) Max
(m) Min
(m) Max
(m) Min
(m) Max
(m)
100 2.21 1.25 3.03 3.73 3.92 5.22 5.76 8.63 0.62
120 2.66   1.49 3.65 4.48 4.72 6.38 6.91 10.36 0.75
150 3.32   1.87 4.58 5.62 5.93 8.24 8.63 12.95 0.93
180 3.98   2.24 5.52 6.76 7.13 9.96 10.36 15.54 1.12
200 4.43   2.49 6.14 7.52 7.94 11.07 11.51 17.27 1.25
220 4.87   2.74 6.75 8.28 8.74 12.18 12.66 18.99 1.37
250 5.53   3.11 7.68 9.41 9.96 13.84 14.39 21.58 1.56
280 6.20   3.49 8.60 10.56 11.15 15.50 16.12 24.17 1.74
300 6.64   3.74 9.22 11.32 11.94 16.60 17.27 25.90 1.87
Screen Projection Distance
Vertical
Offset
(in.)T1  ( 1.37-1.66:1 ) T2  ( 1.75-2.48:1) T3  ( 2.54-3.90:1 )
Diagonal  
Size (in.) Width
(in.) Height
(in.) Min
(ft.) Max
(ft.) Min
(ft.) Max
(ft.) Min
(ft.) Max
(ft.)
100 87.2 49.0 9.9 12.2 12.9 17.1 18.9 28.3 24.5
120 104.6 58.8 12.0 14.7 15.5 20.9 22.7 34.0 29.4
150 130.7 73.5 15.0 18.4 19.5 27.0 28.3 42.5 36.8
180 156.9 88.2 18.1 22.2 23.4 32.7 34.0 51.0 44.1
200 174.3 98.1 20.1 24.7 26.0 36.3 37.8 56.6 49.0
220 191.7 107.9 22.1 27.2 28.7 40.0 41.5 62.3 53.9
250 217.9 122.6 25.2 30.9 32.7 45.4 47.2 70.8 61.3
280 244.0 137.3 28.2 34.6 36.6 50.8 52.9 79.3 68.6
300 261.5 147.1 30.2 37.1 39.2 54.5 56.7 85.0 73.5
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