Vivitek D5180hd Projector User Manual

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Disclaimer 
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no repre-
sentations or warranties with respect to the cont ents hereof and specifically disclaims...

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Important Safety Information 
Important: 
It is strongly recommended that you read this sect ion carefully before using the projector. These 
safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enj oy many years of safe use of the projector. 
Keep this manual for future reference. 
Symbols Used 
Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this ma nual to alert you of hazardous situations.  
The following styles are used in this manual to alert you to important...

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Projector Installation Notice 
¾   Place the projector in a horizontal position 
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees , nor should the projector be in-
stalled in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease 
dramatically, and may lead to other  unpredictable damages. 
     
¾   Allow at least 50 cm clearance around the exhaust vent. 
  
 
  
 
 
¾   Ensure that the intake vents do not recycle...

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Verify Installation Location 
¾  Verify if the voltage is stable, grounded pr operly and there is no electricity leakage. 
¾   Measure total power consumption which should not  higher the safety capacity and avoid safety is-
sue and short circuit. 
¾   Turn on Altitude Mode when located in high altitude areas 
¾   The projector can only be installed upright or inverted.  
¾   When installation the bracket, make sure the weight limit is not exceed and firmly secured....

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Power Safety 
¾   Only use the supplied power cord. 
¾   Do not place anything on the powe r cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of 
foot traffic. 
¾   Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. 
Replacing the Lamp 
Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. See  Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 42 
for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before...

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Main Features 
•  Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport. 
•   Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM. 
•   A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms. 
•   Supports resolutions up to WUXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images. 
•   Flexible setup allows for front, rear projections. 
•   Line-of-vision projections remain square, with advanced keystone correction for angled...

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Table of contents 
GETTING STARTED ........................................................................\
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PACKING CHECKLIST........................................................................\
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VIEWS OF PROJECTOR...

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TIPS FOR TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................\
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LED ERROR MESSAGES........................................................................\
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IMAGE PROBLEMS........................................................................\...

DLP Projector – User’s Manual 
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GETTING STARTED 
Packing Checklist 
Carefully unpack the projector and che ck that the following items are included:   
 
PROJECTOR WITH LENS CAP 
    
        
 
R
EMOTE CONTROL  
(BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED)  RGB
 CABLE POWER CORD 
 
   
CD-ROM
  
(T
HIS USER’S MANUAL)  W
ARRANTY CARD QUICK START CARD 
 
Contact your dealer immediately if any items are mi
ssing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work. It 
is recommend that you keep the original packing mate rial...