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Setting up
• The HDMI port of this model is compatible with HDCP (High-band -
width Digital Content Protection) and therefore capable of displaying a video 
signal from HDCP compatible DVD players or the like.
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The HDMI supports the following video signals:
480i@60,480p@60,576i@50,576p@50,720p@50/60,1080i@50/60,1080p@50/60 
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This projector can be connected with another equipment that has HDMITM 
connector, but with some equipment the projector may not work properly, 
something like no video.
- 
 
Be sure to use an HDMI
TM cable that has the HDMITM logo.
- 
 
When the projector is connected with a device having DVI connector , use a 
DVI to HDMI
TM cable to connect with the HDMI input. 
NOTE
Connecting with your devices (continued)
(continued on next page)
VCR/DVD/Blu-ray Disc player
Digital 
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Setting up
Speakers
(with an amplifier)
Wired 
remote 
control
(optional)
Monitor
Microphone  system
Connecting with your devices (continued)
• If a loud feedback noise is produced from the speaker, move the 
microphone away from the speaker.  NOTE
• You can connect a dynamic microphone to the  MIC port with a 3.5 mm mini-plug.
In that case, the built-in speaker outputs the sound from the microphone, even 
while the sound from the projector is output. You can input line level signal to 
the MIC port from equipment such as wireless microphone. Select HIGH in the 
MIC LEVEL item of the AUDIO menu when you input line level audio signal 
to the MIC port. In the normal mode, the volume of the microphone can be 
adjusted separately from the volume of the projector using the menu.
In the standby mode, the volume of the microphone is adjustable with the 
VOLUME +/- buttons on the remote control, in synchronization with the volume 
of the projector.
Even when the sound of projector is set to mute mode by the AUDIO SOURCE 
function, the volume of the microphone is adjustable.
In both modes (standby or normal), the  MUTE button on the remote control 
works on the sounds of the microphone and the projector.
• 
This projector doesn't support plug-in power for the microphone.
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Connecting to a power supply
1.Put the connector of the power cord into the 
AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector.
2.Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the 
outlet. In a couple of seconds after the 
power supply connection, the POWER 
indicator will light up in steady orange.
►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as 
incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock.
• 
 
Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, consult 
your dealer to get a new one.
• 
 
Only plug the power cord into an outlet whose voltage is matched to the power 
cord. The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible. 
Remove the power cord for complete separation.
• 
 
Never modify the power cord.  WARNING
Using the security bar and slot
AC IN
Power 
cord
A commercially available anti-theft chain or 
wire can be attached to the security bar on 
the projector. Refer to the figure to choose 
an anti-theft chain or wire.
Also this product has the security slot for the 
Kensington lock. 
For details, see the manual of the security 
tool.
►Do not use the security bar and slot to prevent the projector 
from falling down, since it is not designed for it. WARNING
►Do not place anti-theft chain or wire near the exhaust vents. 
 
It may become too hot.  CAUTION
• 
The security bar and slot is not comprehensive theft prevention 
measures. It is intended to be used as supplemental theft prevention measure. NOTE
Security slot
Anti-theft chain or wire
Please remember that when the DIRECT POWER
 
ON function activated, the connection of the power 
supply make the projector turn on.
Setting up
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30°3m30°
(approx.)
Remote control
About the remote control signal
The remote control works with the projector’s remote 
sensor. This projector has a remote sensor on the front.
The sensor senses the signal within the following range 
when the sensor is active: 60 degrees (30 degrees to the left and right of the sensor) 
within 3 meters about.
Installing the batteries
Please insert the batteries into the remote control before using it. If the remote control 
starts to malfunction, try to replace the batteries. If you will not use the remote control for 
long period, remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place.
1.Holding the hook part of the battery 
cover, remove it.
2.Align and insert the two AA batteries 
(HITACHI MAXELL, Part No.LR6 or R6P) 
according to their plus and minus terminals 
as indicated in the remote control.
3.Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and snap it back into place.
►Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as 
directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, 
which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment.
• 
 
Be sure to use only the batteries specified. Do not use batteries of dif ferent 
types at the same time. Do not mix a new battery with used one. 
• 
 
Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery.
•   Keep a battery away from children and pets.
•   Do not recharge, short circuit, solder or disassemble a battery.
• 
 
Do not place a battery in a fire or water. Keep batteries in a dark, cool and dry place.
•  If you observe battery leakage, wipe out the leakage and then replace a battery . 
If the leakage adheres to your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately .
•  Obey the local laws on disposing the battery.WARNING
• The remote control signal reflected in the screen or the like may be available. 
If it is difficult to send the signal to the sensor directly, attempt to make the signal reflect.
• The remote control uses infrared light to send signals to the projector (Class 1 
LED), so be sure to use the remote control in an area free from obstacles that 
could block the remote control’s signal to the projector.
• 
The remote control may not work correctly if strong light (such as direct sun 
light) or light from an extremely close range (such as from an inverter fluorescent 
lamp) shines on the remote sensor of the projector. Adjust the position of 
projector avoiding those lights.
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Changing the frequency of  remote control signal
The accessory remote control has the two choices on signal 
frequency Mode 1:NORMAL and Mode 2:HIGH. If the remote control 
does not function properly, attempt to change the signal frequency.
In order to set the Mode, please keep pressing the combination of 
two buttons listed below simultaneously for about 3 seconds.
Using as a simple PC mouse & keyboard
The accessory remote control works as a simple mouse 
and keyboard of the computer, when the projector’s USB 
TYPE B port and the computer’s type A USB port are 
connected and MOUSE is selected for the USB TYPE B 
item in the OPTION menu.
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(1) PAGE UP key: Press PAGE UP button.
(2) PAGE DOWN key: Press PAGE DOWN button.
(3) Mouse left button:
 Press ENTER button.
(4) Move pointer: Use the cursor buttons ▲, ▼, ◄ and ►.
(5) ESC key: Press ESC button.
(6) Mouse right button:  Press RESET button.
►Improper use of the simple mouse & keyboard 
function could damage your equipment. While using this 
function, please connect this product only to a computer. Be 
sure to check your computer’s manuals before connecting this 
product to the computer.NOTICE
When the simple mouse & keyboard function of this product does not work 
correctly, please check the following.
• When a USB cable connects this projector with a computer having a built-in pointing 
device (e.g. track ball) like a laptop PC, open BIOS setup menu, then select the external 
mouse and disable the built-in pointing device, because the built-in pointing device may 
have priority to this function.
• 
Windows 95 OSR 2.1 or higher is required for this function. And also this function may not work 
depending on the computer’s configurations and mouse drivers. This function can work with the 
computer which can operate general USB mouse or keyboard.
•  You cannot do things like press two buttons at once (for instance, pressing two buttons 
at the same time to move the mouse pointer diagonally).
• 
This function is activated only when the projector is working properly. This function is not 
available in any of the following cases:
- While the lamp is warming up. (The POWER indicator blinks in green.)
- When either USB TYPE A or USB TYPE B port is selected.
- While displaying BLANK, TEMPLATE or MY IMAGE screen.
- When any menu is displayed on the screen.
- 
 
While using the cursor buttons to operate the sound or screen functions such as adjusting the 
sound volume, correcting the keystone, correcting the picture position and magnifying the screen.
NOTE
(1) Set to Mode 1:NORMAL...  VOLUME - and RESET buttons 
(2) Set to Mode 2:HIGH...  MAGNIFY OFF and ESC buttons
Please remember that the REMOTE FREQ. in the SERVICE item of 
the OPTION menu
 of the projector to be controlled should be set to 
the same mode as the remote control.
USB TYPE B 
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1.Make sure that the power cord is firmly and 
correctly connected to the projector and the 
outlet.
Turning on the power
2.Make sure that the POWER indicator is 
steady orange. Then remove the lens cover.
3.Press STANDBY/ON button on the 
projector or the remote control.
The projection lamp will light up and  POWER 
indicator will begin blinking in green. When the   
power is completely on, the indicator will stop blinking and light in steady 
green.
Power on/off
To display the picture, select an input signal according to the section Selecting an 
input signal .
►A strong light is emitted when the projector’s power is on.  
Do not look into the lens of the projector or look inside of the projector through 
any of the projector’s openings.
►Do not touch around the lamp cover and the exhaust vents during use or just 
after use, since it is too hot. WARNING
1.Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. 
The message “Power off?” will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds.
Turning off  the power
2.Press the STANDBY/ON button again while the message appears. 
The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in 
orange. Then POWER indicator will stop blinking and light in steady orange 
when the lamp cooling is complete.
3.Attach the lens cover, after the 
POWER indicator turns in steady orange.
Do not turn the projector on for about 10 minutes or more after turning it of f. 
Also, do not turn the projector off shortly after turning it on. Such operations might 
cause the lamp to malfunction or shorten the lifetime of some parts including the lamp.
STANDBY/ON button 
• Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector 
prior to the connected devices. 
• 
This projector has the function that can make the projector automatically turn on/
off. Please refer to the DIRECT POWER ON and AUTO POWER OFF items of the 
OPTION menu.
 
• Use the shutdown switch only when the projector is not turned of f by normal 
procedure. NOTE
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Operating
1.
Adjusting the volume
Use the VOLUME +/VOLUME - buttons to adjust the volume.
A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the 
volume. If you do not do anything, the dialog will automatically 
disappear after a few seconds.
●   When 
 is selected for current picture input port, the volume adjustment is 
disabled. Please see AUDIO SOURCE item of AUDIO menu.
● 
 
Even if the projector is in the standby mode, the volume is adjustable when 
both of the following conditions are true: - 
 
An option other than 
 is selected for STANDBY in the AUDIO SOURCE 
item of the AUDIO menu.
- 
NORMAL is selected in the STANDBY MODE item of the SETUP menu.
● 
 
In the standby mode, the volume of the microphone is adjustable with the 
VOLUME +/-  buttons on the remote control, in synchronization with the volume 
of the projector. 
1.Press MUTE button on the remote control. 
A dialog will appear on the screen indicating that you have muted 
the sound.  
To restore the sound, press the  MUTE, VOLUME + or 
VOLUME - button. Even if you do not do anything, the dialog 
will automatically disappear after a few seconds.
Temporarily muting the sound
●   When  is selected for current picture input port, the sound is always muted. 
Please see AUDIO SOURCE item of AUDIO menu.
● 
 
C.C. (Closed Caption) is automatically activated when sound is muted and an 
input signal containing C.C. is received. This function is available only when 
the signal is NTSC for VIDEO or S-VIDEO, or 480i@60 for COMPONENT, 
COMPUTER IN1 or COMPUTER IN2, and when AUTO is selected for 
DISPLAY in the C.C. menu under the SCREEN menu.
1.Press INPUT button on the projector. 
Each time you press the button, the projector switches its 
input port from the current port as below.
Selecting an input signal
(continued on next page)
VOLUME +/- button
INPUT 
button MUTE button
● 
 While ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION menu, the projector will 
keep checking the ports in above order repeatedly till an input signal is detected.
● It may take several seconds to project the images from the USB TYPE B port.
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               COMPUTER IN1  COMPUTER IN2  LAN 
    VIDEO                                                            USB  TYPE A
    S-VIDEO                                                        USB  TYPE B
                
COMPONENT (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr)  HDMI  
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1.Press VIDEO button on the remote control. 
Each time you press the button, the projector switches its 
input port from the current port as below.
Selecting an input signal (continued)
●  While ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION 
menu, the projector will keep checking every port sequentially 
till an input signal is detected. If  VIDEO button is pressed 
when COMPUTER IN1, COMPUTER IN2, LAN, USB TYPE A 
or USB TYPE B port is selected, the projector will check  HDMI 
port first. 
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DOC. CAMERA button
1.Press COMPUTER button on the remote control. 
Each time you press the button, the projector switches its 
input port from the current port as below.
● 
 While ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION 
menu, the projector will keep checking every port sequentially 
till an input signal is detected. If  COMPUTER button is 
pressed when  VIDEO, S-VIDEO, COMPONENT or HDMI port 
is selected, the projector will check  COMPUTER IN1 port first.
●    It may take several seconds to project the images from the 
USB TYPE B port.COMPUTER button
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1.Press the MY SOURCE / DOC. CAMERA button on 
the remote control. The input signal will be changed 
into the signal you set as MY SOURCE.
● 
 This function also can use for document camera. Select the 
input port that connected the document camera.
         COMPUTER IN1  COMPUTER IN2  LAN
               USB TYPE B        USB TYPE A
        HDMI   COMPONENT  S-VIDEO   VIDEO
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Operating
Selecting an aspect ratio
● ASPECT button does not work when no proper signal is inputted.
● NORMAL mode keeps the original aspect ratio setting.
1.Press SEARCH button on the remote control.
The projector will start to check its input ports as below in 
order to find any input signals.
When an input is found, the projector will stop searching 
and display the image. If no signal is found, the projector will 
return to the state selected before the operation.
Searching an input signal
●   While ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION menu, the projector 
will keep checking the ports in above order repeatedly till an input signal is 
detected.
● 
 
It may take several seconds to project the images from the USB TYPE B port.
   For a computer signal
NORMAL  
 4:3   16:9   16:10
    
    For a video signal, s-video signal or component video signal
4:3  
 16:9   14:9
  
   For an input signal from the LAN, USB TYPE A or USB TYPE B port, or 
if there is no signal 
SEARCH  button
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1.Press ASPECT button on the remote control.  
Each time you press the button, the projector switches the 
mode for aspect ratio in turn. ASPECT button
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               COMPUTER IN1  COMPUTER IN2  LAN 
    VIDEO                                                            USB  TYPE A
    S-VIDEO                                                        USB  TYPE B
                
COMPONENT  HDMI
   For an HDMITM signal
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Operating
Adjusting the projector’s elevator
When the place to put the projector is slightly uneven 
to the left or right, use the elevator feet to place the 
projector horizontally. 
Using the feet can also tilt the projector in order to 
project at a suitable angle to the screen, elevating the 
front side of the projector within 12 degrees.
This projector has 2 elevator feet and 2 elevator buttons. 
An elevator foot is adjustable while pushing the elevator 
button on the same side as it.
To loose an 
elevator foot, push 
the elevator button 
on the same side 
as it.
To finely 
adjust, twist 
the foot.1. 
Holding the projector, push the elevator buttons to 
loose the elevator feet.
2. 
Position the front side of the projector to the desired 
height.
3. 
Release the elevator buttons in order to lock the 
elevator feet.
4. 
After making sure that the elevator feet are locked, 
put the projector down gently.
5. 
If necessary, the elevator feet can be manually   
twisted to make more precise adjustments. Hold the 
projector when twisting the feet.
►Do not handle the elevator buttons without holding the 
projector, since the projector may drop down.
►Do not tilt the projector other than elevating its front within 12 degrees using 
the adjuster feet. A tilt of the projector exceeding the restriction could cause 
malfunction or shortening the lifetime of consumables, or the projector itself. CAUTION