Toshiba Projector Tdp Mt500 User Manual

							OWNER’S MANUAL
DATA PROJECTOR
TDP-MT500 
						

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EX-
POSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH
VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN
THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
USA only
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold
with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
FCC NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the in-
structions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How-
ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by
Toshiba, or parties authorized by Toshiba, could void the userís authority to
operate the equipment.
CANADA only
Notice: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada. 
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN
IN THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN
THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can
result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if
you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully transis-
torized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
1. Read Owners Manual
After unpacking this product, read
the owners manual carefully, and
follow all the operating and other
instructions.
2. Power Sources
This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local
power company.
For products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to
the operating instructions.
3. Source of Light
Do not look into the lens while the lamp
is on. The strong light from the lamp may
cause damage to your eyes or sight.
4. Ventilation
Openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable opera-
tion of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must
not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked
by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug or other similar surface. This prod-
uct should not be placed in a built-in in-
stallation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturers instructions have
been adhered to. 
						

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5. Heat
The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on
or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience recep-
tacles, and the point where they exit from
the product.
6. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water.
- for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool
and the like.
9. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets; extension
cords, or integral convenience recep-
tacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
7. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid clean-
ers or aerosol cleaners.
Use a soft cloth for cleaning.
10. Lightning storms
For added protection for this product
during storm, or when it is left unat-
tended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This
will prevent damage to the product due
to lightning and power-line surges.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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11. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-
out parts that could result in a fire or elec-
tric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
12. Do not place the product verti-
cally
Do not use the product in the upright
position to project the pictures at the
ceiling, or any other vertical positions. It
may fall down and dangerous.
13. Stack Inhibited
Do not stack other equipment on this
product or do not place this product on
the other equipment.
Top and bottom plates of this product
develops heat and may give some un-
desirable damage to other unit.
14. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recom-
mended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
15. Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage
to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recom-
mended by the manufacturer, or sold
with the product. Any mounting of the
product should follow the manufacturers
instructions, and should use a mount-
ing accessory recommended by the
manufacturer. A product and cart com-
bination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and un-
even surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
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18. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
16. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following condi-
tions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are cov-
ered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often re-
quire extensive work by a qualified tech-
nician to restore the product to its nor-
mal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or dam-
aged in any way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance - this indicates
a need for service.
19. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same charac-
teristics as the original part. Unautho-
rized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
(Replacement of the lamp only should
be made by users.)
20. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or re-
pairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
17. If glass components, including
lens and lamp, should break,
contact your dealer for repair
service.
This product incorporates glass compo-
nents, including a lens and a lamp. If
such parts should break, please handle
with care to avoid injury and contact your
dealer for repair service. The broken
pieces of glass may cause to injury. In
the unlikely event of the lamp rupturing,
thoroughly clean the area around the
projector and discard any edible items
placed in that area. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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21. Do not leave thermal-paper
documents or easily deformed
items on top of the unit or near
the air exhaust.
The heat from the unit could erase the
information on the thermal paper, or
cause deformation or warping.
Also, when you touch a metal object put
near the air exhaust, a burn may be
caused.
22. Unplug the power plug after
the projector is finished to
use.
Turn off POWER button to bring the pro-
jector into its standby state with the light-
source lamp off. Then, wait about 2 min-
utes and turn off the main power switch,
and be sure to unplug the power plug
for safety.Wait about 2 minutes in
standby state, because during this time
the intake/exhaust fan is operating to
cool down the light-source lamp. Turn-
ing off the main power switch or unplug-
ging the power plug immediately
after use may bring the projector into
failure.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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POWER SUPPLY CORD SELECTION
If your line voltage is 220 to 240V, use one of the following types of cable.
Plug
configuration Plug type Line voltage
EURO 220 – 240V
UK 220 – 240V
Use a 5A fuse which is approved by ASTA
or BSI to BSI362.
Always replace the fuse cover after changing
the fuse.Plug
configuration Plug type Line voltage
Australian
240V
10A
Switzerland 200 – 240V
240V
6A
North 200 – 240V
American
240V
15A
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
Save Original Packing Materials
The original shipping carton and packing materials will come in handy if you ever have to
ship your projector. For maximum protection, repack the set as it was originally packed at
the factory.
Moisture Condensation
Never operate this unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location.
When the unit is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the
crucial internal parts. To prevent the unit from possible damage, do not use the unit for at
least 2 hours when there is an extreme or sudden change in temperature.
Place and Manner of Installation
• Do not place in hot locations, such as near heating equipment. Doing so could cause mal-
function, and shorten the life of the projector.
• Avoid locations with oil or cigarette smoke. Doing so will dirty the optical parts, shortening
their lives, and darkening the screen.
• Do not use in angle of 20∞ or more degrees. Doing so could shorten the life of the lamp.
• If used at high altitudes, the unit could cease operation even if used within the rated tempera-
ture range. This is because the thinner air at high altitudes decreases the internal cooling
efficiency. Therefore, please lower the ambient temperature if using at high altitudes. 
						

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
Avoid Volatile Liquid
Do not use volatile liquids, such as an insect spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or
plastic products touching the unit for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish.
If cleaning with a chemically saturated cloth, be sure to follow the product’s precautions.
In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located at the bottom of your
projector.
Model No. Serial No.
Retain this information for future reference.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
TRADE NAME: DLP DATA PROJECTOR
MODEL NAME: TDP-MT500
RESPONSIBLE PARTY: TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.
9740 Irvine Blvd., Irvine, CA 92618-1697 U.S.A
Phone: (949) 583-3000
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation. 
						

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREPARATION
Checking accessories ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
Inserting the dry batteries into the remote controller ......................................................................................................... 11
Name and function of operational parts of the projector .................................................................................................... 12
How to use remote controller ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Operational range of remote controller ............................................................................................................................... 14
SETTING UP
Setting up screen .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Basic setup .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Screen size and Projection distance .................................................................................................................................... 16
VIWING VIDEO IMAGES
A. Connecting the projector to video equipment
B. Plugging power cord .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
C. Making projection ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
D. On setting ASPECT (Image angle) ................................................................................................................................... 23
E. Connecting this projector with a computer .................................................................................................................... 24
F.  Plugging power cord .......................................................................................................................................................... 24
VIWING COMPUTER IMAGES .............................................................................................. 24
A. Connecting the projector with a computer ..................................................................................................................... 24
B. Plugging power cord .......................................................................................................................................................... 24
C. Making projection ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
SETTING WITH MENUS
Menu construction .................................................................................................................................................................. 27
How to make menu setting: ................................................................................................................................................... 28
Items that can be set with menus ......................................................................................................................................... 29
REPLACING THE LAMP / CLEANING THE PROJECTOR .................................................. 34
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 36
INDICATORS .......................................................................................................................... 38
WHEN ASKING INSTALLATION WORK ............................................................................... 39
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................40