Toshiba Projector Tdp P8 User Manual

							
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The  lightning  flash  with  arrowhead  symbol,  within  an  equilateral  triangle,  is intended  to  alert  the  user  to  the  presence  of  uninsulated  “dangerous  voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suffi cient 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:    T O   R E D U C E   T H E   R I S K   O F   F I R E   O R   E L E C T R I C   S H O C K ,   D O   N O T EXPOSE 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.
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.
WARNING:    This  [product]  contains  mercury.  Disposal  of  mercury  may  be  regulated  due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact  your  local  authorities  or  the  Electronic  Industries  Alliance:  www.eiae.org.
MODEL NAME: TDP-P8   USA only
TRADE NAME: DATA PROJECTORMODEL NAME: TDP-P8
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC NOTICE: 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. 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 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:
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-  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.

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:  
T
O
SHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.

9740 Irvine Blvd., Irvine, CA 92618-1697 U.S.A

Phone: (949) 583-3000

WARNING:  
  
Changes or modifi cations made to this eq
uipment
, not expressly approved by 

Toshiba,  or  parties  authorized  by  Toshiba,  could  void  the  user’s  authority  to 

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rate the equip
ment.

WARNING:  
  
This Class B digital app
aratu
s complies with Canadian ICES-003
. Cet appareil 

numérique de la classe B est conform
e à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:  P L E A S E   R E A D   A N D   O B S E R V E   A L L   W A R N I N G S   A N D 
INSTRUCTIONS  GIVEN  IN  THIS  OWNER’S  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 transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO  NOT  REMOVE  THE  CABINET  COVER,  OR  YOU  MAY  BE  EXPOSED  TO 
DANGEROUS  VOLTAGE.  REFER  SERVICING  TO  QUALIFIED  SERVICE 
PERSONNEL ONLY.
1.   Read Owner’s Manual
After unpacking this product, read 
the owner’s manual carefully, and 
follow all the operating and other 
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.
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.
4.   Ventilation
Openings in the cabinet are 
provided for ventilation and to 
ensure reliable operation 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 product should not 
be placed in a built-in installation 
such as a bookcase or rack unless 
proper ventilation is provided or the 
manufacturer’s instructions have 
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Heat

The product should be situated 

away from heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves, 

or other products (including 

amplifi ers) that produce heat.

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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.

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Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall 

outlet before cleaning. Do not use 

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. 

Use a soft cloth for cleaning.

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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 receptacles, 

and the point where they exit from 

the product.

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Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets; 

extension cords, or integral 

convenience receptacles as 

this can result in a risk of fi re or 

electric shock. 
						

							
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
10.   Lightning storms
For added protection for this 
product during storm, or when it 
is left unattended 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. 
However, while it is thundering 
or lightning, do not touch the 
apparatus and any connected 
cable and/or equipment. This will 
prevent you from receiving the 
electric shock by an electric surge.
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 fi re or electric 
shock. Never spill liquid of any 
kind on the product. 
12.   Do not place the product 
vertically
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 undesirable damage to 
other unit.
14.   Attachments
Do not use attachments not 
recommended by the product 
manufacturer as they may cause 
hazards. 
						

							
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Introduction
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. A product and cart 
combination should be moved 
with care. Quick stops, excessive 
force, and uneven surfaces 
may cause the product and cart 
combination to overturn.
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16.   Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the 
wall outlet and refer servicing to 
qualifi ed service personnel under 
the following conditions:
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 covered 
by the operating instructions as 
an improper adjustment of other 
controls may result in damage 
and will often require extensive 
work by a qualifi ed technician to 
restore the product to its normal 
operation.
e) If the product has been dropped 
or damaged in any way.
f) When the product exhibits a 
distinct change in performance - 
this indicates a need for service.
17.   If glass components, 
including lens and lamp, 
should break, contact your 
dealer for repair service.
This product incorporates glass 
components, 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.
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 
qualifi ed service personnel. 
						

							
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
19.   Replacement Parts
When replacement parts 
are required, be sure the 
service technician has used 
replacement parts specifi ed by the 
manufacturer or have the same 
characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may 
result in fi re, electric shock, or 
other hazards.
(Replacement of the lamp only 
should be made by users.)
20.   Safety Check
Upon completion of any service 
or repairs to this product, ask 
the service technician to perform 
safety checks to determine that 
the product is in proper operating 
condition.
21.   Do not leave thermalpaper 
documents or easily 
deformed items on top 
of the unit or near the air 
exhaust for long periods 
of time.
The heat from the unit could erase 
the information on the thermal 
paper, or cause deformation or 
warping.
22.   Do not use the product in 
a closed installation state.
Do not place the product in a box 
or in any other closed installation 
state. Otherwise it may overheat. 
This could result in a risk of fi re.
23.   Do not look into the laser 
light source of the remote 
control or direct the laser 
pointer toward a person 
or a mirror.
The laser beam may cause 
damage to the eyes or sight. 
						

							
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POWER SUPPLY CORD SELECTION
If your line voltage is 220 to 240V, use one of the following types of cable.
PlugconfigurationPlug type
Australian240V10A
North American240V15A
Switzerland240V6A
Line voltage
EURO
UK
220    240V
220    240V
200    240V
200    240V
200    240V
PlugconfigurationPlug typeLine voltage
Use a 5A fuse which is approved by ASTA or BSI to BSI362.Always replace the fuse cover after changing the fuse.
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 lens  and  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 malfunction, 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 this product in the upright position or tilt it up or down by more than 20° from level. Doing so may cause a failure or shorten the life of the product.•Using  this  instrument  near  a  TV  or  radio  may  cause  interference  to  the  images  or  audio sound. If this happens, move it away from the TV or radio.•Moving  the  projector  from  a  low-temperature  room  to  a  high-temperature  room  may cause  condensation  on  the  lens  or  internal  parts  in  the  instrument.  If  you  continue  to use  it  in  that  situation,  the  malfunction  may  result.  Ensure  to  wait  until  the  condensation naturally disappears.•In  a  high  altitude  location  where  air  is  thin,  cooling  efficiency  is  reduced  so  use  the 
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS (Continued)
EXEMPTION CLAUSES
•Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility in the case of damages arising from natural 
disaster such as earthquakes, lightning, etc., fi re not liable to Toshiba Corporation, acts 
by third parties, other accidents, or use under abnormal conditions including erroneous or 
improper operation and other problems.
•Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility for incidental damages (lost profi t, work 
interruption, corruption or loss of the memory contents, etc.) arising from the use of or the 
inability to use this unit.
•Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from not 
having followed the descriptions in this Instruction Manual.
•Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from 
malfunctions arising from combination with equipment or software that is not related to 
Toshiba Corporation.
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 fi  nish.
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.
•The set of projector is hot after use. Handle with care.•Do not use the projector while holding it in your hands or lap.•Do not use the projector near a power source and the like, or in locations like a ship or vehicle that are subject to vibration or shock. Doing so may lead to a malfunction or shorten service life. 
						

							
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OTHER CAUTIONS AND INFORMATIONS
Copyrights
Showing  or  transmitting  commercial  imaging  software  or  broadcast  or  cable-broad casting  programs  with  the  purpose  of  other  than  the  personal  and  private  viewing, including modifying  images  using  the  freeze,  resize,  PIP,  or  SPLIT  screen  functions,  or displaying  with  the  varying  aspect  ratio  of  the  images,  could  violate  the  direct  or  indirect copyrights  of  the  imaging  software  or  broadcast  program,  etc.,  if  done  without  first consulting  with  the  copyright  holder.  For  this  reason,  please  take  appropriate  measures before  performing  one  of  the  actions  listed  above,  including  obtaining  a  license  from  the copyright holder.
Disposal
Following information is only for EU-member states:The  use  of  the  symbol  indicates  that  this  product  may  not  be  treated  as household  waste.  By  ensuring  this  product  is  disposed  of  correctly,  you  will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health,  which  could  otherwise  be  caused  by  inappropriate  waste  handling  of this  product.  For  more  detailed  information  about  recycling  of  this  product, please contact your local city offi ce, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.This product contains substances which are harmful to humans and the environment.•The lamp contains inorganic mercury.Please dispose of this product or used lamps in accordance with local regulations.
Trademarks
•VG A ,   S V G A ,   X G A ,   S X G A ,   U X G A   a r e   t r a d e m a r k s   o r   r e g i s t e r e d   t r a d e m a r k s   o f International Business Machines Corporation.•Digital  Light  Processing,  Digital  Micromirror  Device  and  DMD  are  trademakes  of  Texas Instruments.•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.•Windows  is  a  registered  trademark  of  Microsoft  Corporation  in  the  U.S.  and  other countries.•Adobe  is  a  registered  trademark  and  Acrobat  Reader  is  a  trademark  of  Adobe  Systems Incorporated.
Notational Conventions Used in This Manual
•Re f e r e n c e s   t o   p a g e s   w i t h   r e l a t e d   i n f o r m a t i o n   a r e   a n n o t a t e d   a s   f o l l o w s .For example, if making a reference to page 35:•The  illustrations  in  this  document  are  for  reference  purposes  only  and  may  not  reflect your package exactly.