Vivitek Projector H1188 Series User Manual

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Views of Projector Parts  
Front-right View 
 
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 
1.  IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control 
2.  Lens Projection Lens 
3.  Focus ring Focuses the projected image 
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4.  Zoom ring Enlarges the projected image 
5.  LENS SHIFT For Image vertical shift adjustment. 13 
6.  Function keys See Top view—On-screen Display (lSD) buttons 
and LEDs. 3 
 Important: 
Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which keeps the projector lamp...

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Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs 
 
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 
1.  MENU Opens and exits OSD menus 
15 
2.   Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 
Quick Menu – For Volume 
3.   
Navigates in the OSD 
Quick Menu – For Keystone 
4.  ENTER Enter or confirm highlighted OSD menu item 
5.  AUTO Optimizes image size, position, and resolution 
6.   Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 
Quick Menu – For Volume 
7.   Turns the projector On or Off 
8.  POWER LED Green  
Ready...

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 Rear view 
 
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 
1.  AC IN Connect the POWER cable 10 
2.  3D SYNC Connect the 3D IR glasses transmitter 
(Note: For Vivitek brand 3D IR glasses only) 
3.  HDMI 2 Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device 
4.  HDMI 1 Connect the HDMI cable from a HDMI device 
5.   (USB) Connect the USB cable from a computer  
6.  VGA IN  Connect the RGB cable from a computer 
7.  RS-232C Connect RS-232 serial port cable for remote control 
8.  COMPONENT Connect the Component cable...

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Bottom view 
 
ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 
1.  Ceiling support holes Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a 
ceiling 
2.  Tilt adjustor  Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position.  12 
 
Note: 
When installing, ensure that you use only UL Listed ceiling mounts. 
For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M4 screws with a maximum screw 
depth of 6 mm (0.24 inch).  
The construction of the ceiling mount must be of a suitable shape and...

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Remote Control Parts  
 
 Important: 
1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency 
fluorescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 
 
2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path 
between the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain 
reflective surfaces such as projector screens. 
 
3. The buttons and keys on the projector have the same...

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ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 
1.  OFF Turns the projector off. 
2.  PC Displays the PC source selection. 
3.  Video/S-Video Displays the VIDEO source selection. 
4.   
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD. 
Keystone correction. 15 
5.  EXIT NA 
6.   Enters and confirms settings in the OSD. 15 
7.   Navigates and changes settings in the OSD. 
8.   
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD.  
Keystone correction. 15 
9.  MHL NA 
10.  Laser Presses to emit the on-screen pointer. DO NOT POINT...

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ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 
25.  Auto Auto adjustment for frequency, phase, and position. 
15 
26.  Source Displays the source selection bar. 
27.   NA 
28.   NA 
29.  Keystone Displays the keystone setting bar. 13 
30.   Navigates and changes settings in the OSD. 
31.  Menu Opens the OSD. 15 
32.  HDMI Toggles the input sources for display between HDMI sources. 
33.  ON Turns the projector on. 
34.  Laser Use as on-screen pointer. DO NOT POINT IN EYES. 
 
Note: 
Controlling your smart device...

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Inserting the Remote Control Batteries 
1.  Remove the battery compartment 
cover by sliding the cover in the 
direction of the arrow. 
 
2.  Insert the battery with the positive 
side facing up. 
 
3.  Replace the cover. 
 
 
 Caution: 
1. Only use AAA batteries (Alkaline batteries are recommended). 
 
2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations.  
 
3. Remove the batteries when not using the projector for prolonged periods.      

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SETUP AND OPERATION 
Starting and Shutting down the Projector 
 
1.  Connect the power cord to the 
projector. Connect the other end to 
a wall outlet. 
The  POWER LED on the 
projector light. 
 
2.  Turn on the connected devices. 
3.  Ensure the POWER LED not a 
flashing. Then press the  POWER 
button to turn on the projector.  
 
The projector splash screen displays 
and connected devices are 
detected. 
 
 
 
4.  If more than one input device is 
connected, press the SOURCE 
button and use ▲▼...

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5.  When the “Power Off? /Press 
Power again” message appears, 
press the POWER button. The 
projector turns off. 
 
 Caution: 
1. Be sure to remove the lens cap before starting projector.  
2. Do not unplug the power cord until the POWER LED stops flashing–indicating the projector has 
cooled down.