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Figure 2.11 Connecting RS-422 
eTheRneT CoMMUnICaTIons
To  add  the  projector  to  an  existing  Ethernet  network  with  other  equipment  such  as  controllers 
and other projectors, connect standard CAT5 Ethernet cable between your Ethernet controller (or 
hub) and the Ethernet port on the side of the projector.
Upon connection to an Ethernet network, the projector’s factory default IP address of 0.0.0.0.0 
will  automatically  enable  the  DHCP  function  (if  available  on  the  network)  to  assign  a  new  IP 
address  that is valid  and  unique for that network.  Or, if there is no DHCP function  available  on 
the	network	 (or	if	a	 specific	 static	IP	address	 for	the	 projector	 is	preferred	 or	required),	 you	can	
set the address in the Ethernet Settings menu or via an ASCII serial command.
Regardless of how it is assigned, once a projector has a valid and unique address it will respond 
to commands sent to this address. To determine the projector’s current IP address, consult the 
Information or Communications  menus.
Refer to  Section 3 for further information about setting up and using a projector connected via 
Ethernet.
ethernet Communications
Co nnect a RS 422 device  only.
Section	2	►	Installation	and	Setup
ConneCTIng Rs-422
If you wish to control the projector with a computer and or other controlling device with RS-422 
capability, connect a RS-422 serial communication cable between the computer and the RS-422 
port  on  the  projector  (see  Figure  2.11).  RS-422  is  better  suited  for  serial  communication  over 
long distances then is RS-232 communication. 
 Use  the  Rs-422  port  only  if  your  device  had  Rs-422  capability  –  always  consult  the 
literature provided with your equipment before connecting. Connecting to the Rs-422 
port with incompatible equipment could damage your projector. 
						

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seTTIng  The  PRojeCToR’s  IP aDDRess:   Upon  connection  to  most  Ethernet  networks, 
each  projector’s  factory  default  IP  address  of  0.0.0.0  triggers  the  network’s  DHCP  (Dynamic 
Host	 Configuration	 Protocol)	server	function	 to	automatically	 assign	an	IP	address	 that	is	valid	
and unique for use on that network. Depending on the network, this DHCP-assigned IP address 
usually  remains  stable  for  a  single  session,  but  may  change  with  subsequent  power-ups  and 
logins. On some networks, the address will remain stable from session to session. In all cases, 
the  projector’s  IP  address  and  port  appear  in  the  Information  menu  as  well  as  the Ethernet 
Settings submenu. See Figure 2.12.
Figure 2.12. Setting the Projector's IP Address
Note that if a projector’s IP address is anything  other than 0.0.0.0  (shown as 000.000.000.000 in 
the  Ethernet Settings menu) upon connection to an Ethernet network, or if DHCP is not available 
on the network, the automatic DHCP server function for supplying a valid and unique IP address 
to	 the	 projector	 is	disabled.	 Instead,	a	specific	 and	static	 IP	address	 must	be	defined	 in	projector	
memory—enter the new address in the  Ethernet Settings submenu, or send to the projector via 
a  serial  command. The  IP  address  will  be  in  effect  until  it  is  changed  again,  or  until  the  DHCP 
checkbox is re-enabled for use with a DHCP server on the network.
Section	2	►	Installation	and	Setup
ChangIng The PoRT#:	 On	some	 Ethernet	 networks,	 firewall	restrictions	 may	require	 that	the	
port number of the projector be changed from its default of 3002. If so, enter a new port number 
in  the  Ethernet  Settings  menu  or  include  the  new  port#  in  an  XIP  serial  command  sent  to  the 
projector. It is highly recommended not to use a port# below 1000, as these ports are typically 
reserved for and used by common IP applications. 
sUbneT  MasK  anD  DefaUlT ga TeW aY:  The  Subnet  Mask  and  Default  Gateway  are 
automatically assigned when DHCP is enabled. If a static IP is being used, it must be assigned 
before  the  subnet  mask.  The  Default  Gateway  is  an  optional  router  device  used  to  send  and 
receive data outside the subnet.
By default, communications originating from one type of serial controller — RS232 vs. RS422 vs. 
Ethernet — stay on the corresponding network path. A “Separate” setting indicates this separation 
for  “Network  Routing”  in  the  Communications  menu.  If  you  are  using  an  RS422  controller,  for 
example, it will communicate only with the projector to which it is connected unless you change 
this setting to either “RS232 and RS422 Joined” or “All Joined”\
.
separating networks 
						

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The GPIO connector on the input panel can be used to provide a method of interfacing a wide 
range of external I/O devices to the projector. 
Refer to Appendix D: System Integration for complete details on pin configuration and how to 
program the various pins on the connector.
  The  north  american  rated  power  cord  is  provided  with  each  projector.  ensure  that 
you are using a power cord, socket and power plug that meets the appropriate local 
rating standards.
Plug  the  power  cord  to  the AC  receptacle  located  at  the  back  of  the  projector,  below  the  input 
panel, and the three-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. Ensure the socket outlet is installed 
near the equipment and is easily accessible. The input voltage to the projector must be capable 
of 100 – 240 VAC in 500W and 1000W models and 200-240VAC in 1200W models.  (See also 
Section 6 – Specifications  for complete details on all power requirements.)
Use  the  approved  North  American-rated  power  cord  supplied  with  the  projector.  If  you  are 
connecting to an area outside of North America ensure an appropriately power cord rated for the 
region of use is used. 
always power down the projector before unplugging the  aC power cord. Wait 5-10 minutes 
for	 the	 main	 exhaust	 fan	to	turn	 off	and	 for	the	 lamp	 to	cool	 sufficiently	 before	unplugging	 the	
projector. 
 W aRnIng 
Do not attempt operation if the  aC supply and cord are not 
within the specified voltage and power range.
Wait for the cooling fans to turn off before unplugging the projector.
Section	2	►	Installation	and	Setup
2.5  system Integration   - gPIo Connector
2.6  Power Connector 
						

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seCTIon 3
This  section  explains  how  to  effectively  operate  the  projector  once  it  has  been  installed.  It  is 
recommended  that  you  read  this  section  and  familiarize  yourself  with  the  components  and  the 
available	menu	options	before	you	begin	using	your	projector	for	the	first	time.
The built-in keypad is located at the back of the projector, beside the input panel. Use it similarly 
to the IR remote to control the projector. A status LED display is also included on this keypad for 
monitoring projector status.
The AC  receptacle  is  located  at  the  back  of  the  projector  just  below  the  input  panel.  Use  this 
outlet  to  plug  in  an  appropriately  rated  power  cord.  Refer  to  Section  6  — Specifications  for 
details.
Located on the underside, and on top with the (i) models, of the projector are four fully adjustable 
feet. Raise or lower these feet when positioning the projector to ensure it is level on all sides so 
the displayed image will appear rectangular without any keystone. 
Refer  to  Section  2  -  Projector  Position  and  Mounting  (
Adjusting  projector  height)  for 
instructions on how to adjust the projector’s feet. 
The  projector  is  built  with  a  motorized  lens  mount  that  allows  for  easy  lens  control  and 
adjustment. This includes such functions as adjusting vertical and horizontal offsets, zoom and 
focus.	 The	lens	 mount	 can	be	fitted	 with	any	one	 of	the	 available 	optional	 lenses	–	see	 Section 
6  —  Specifications.
zooM  anD  foCUs
•   —  There  are  two  internal  lens  motors  that  allow  for  quick  motorized 
adjustment	 of	zoom	 and	focus.	 Adjust	 zoom	to	fit	the	 displayed 	image	 on	the	 screen	 and	
adjust focus to improve the clarity of the image.
lens  offseT
•   —  Vertical and horizontal offset is performed on the lens mount through the 
use of DC motors.
 shUTTeR
•   —  Standard  on  all  models  the  shutter  allows  you  to  turn  the  screen  absolutely 
black  when  in  the  “on”  state.  Press  the  ‘mute’  button  for  1-2  seconds  on  the  remote  to 
operate the shutter.
IRIs
•   —  Enables adjustment of light output and contrast ratio.
noTe:  Use the lens cap when transporting the projector to avoid scratching and damaging the 
lens, which could affect your displayed image.
built-in Keypad 
aC Receptacle
adjustable feet
oPeRa TIon
3.1  about the Projector
lens Mount &
Projection lenses
Iso - Rear Left ViewIso - Front Right View
Rear View
Top View
Side - Left ViewSide - Right View
Iso - Rear Left ViewIso - Front Right View
Rear View
Top View
Side - Left ViewSide - Right View
Top
Projection lens
front IR sensor
adjustable feet (4)
exhaust
aC Receptaclelamp Door
Input Panel
built-in Keypad
Rear IR sensorstatus leD DisplayIntake 
						

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All source connections are made to the input panel located at the back of the projector. Connect 
RGB or YPbPr sources to InPUT 1, analog or digital display signals to  InPUT 2, composite video 
to  InPUT 3, and S-Video to  InPUT 4. Any of the available optional modules can be installed in 
InPUT 5 and/or InPUT 6.
There is no status display on the input panel. The only status display is part of the built-in keypad 
located at the rear of the projector.
InT aKe CollaR anD InT aKe blanK can be interchanged between Intake 1 & 2 depending 
on where the ducting is originating from.
exhaust Collar   and exhaust  blank  can be interchanged between Exhaust 1 & 2 depending 
where the ducting is originating from. If Exhaust 1 is used the Exhaust Divider must be attached 
using noted screws. If Exhaust 2 is used the Exhaust Divider must be rem\
oved.
The two IR sensors located on the projector receive transmissions from the IR remote from up 
to  100  feet  away.  It  is  important  to  keep  the  transmission  path  to  these  sensors  unobstructed 
for uninterrupted communications with the projector. The Front IR sensor is located next to the 
projector’s  nameplate  and  the  rear  IR  sensor  is  located  at  the  back  of  the  projector  just  above 
the status LED display.
The  lamp  door  is  located  at  the  back  of  the  projector,  which  provides  easy  access  to  the  lamp 
module for replacement. See  Section 4 for lamp replacement procedures.
 Input Panel 
Intake and exhaust
lamp Door
Section	3	►	Operation
Intake
Intake Blank
Intake 2
Intake 1
Intake Collar
exhaust
Exhaust 2 Exhaust Divider
Exhaust Collar
Exhaust Divider Screws
Exhaust 1
Exhaust Blank
front and Rear IR sensors 
						

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 laser radiation is emitted from the laser diode in the remote. Do not look directly into the beam of the remote.
The projector can be controlled using one of the following keypads: Built-in Keypad 
•  located at the back of the projector
Remote Keypad
•   for tethered or tether-less control up to 100 feet away (includes cable for 
use as a wired remote)
While each of the keypads provides complete control of the projector, they differ slightly in their 
arrangement of keys and in what functions can be accessed directly with a key press rather than 
requiring	 use	of	the	 menu	 system.	 You	may	 find	one	 keypad	 more	convenient	 than	another	 for	
your	specific	installation	and	application.	
noTe:  The  remote  keypad  has  a  single  IR  protocol  and  can  be  converted  to  a  wired  remote 
by  connecting  the  cable  provided  with  the  projector  to  the  3.5mm  mini-stereo  jack  labeled  as 
ReMoTe on the input panel.
To control the projector when signals from a remote keypad cannot reach the projector, use the 
projector’s  built-in  keypad  (Figure  3.1).  The  nearby  LED  display  provides  feedback  indicating 
current  status  and  activities  of  the  projector,  (see  Table  3.1).  Because  the  built-in  keypad  has 
fewer keys than the remote keypad, certain projector functions are accessible only through the 
menu system rather than via a direct key.
noTe: The built-in keypad cannot be disabled.
Refer to the key descriptions provided for the IR remote – see Figure\
 3.2.
The IR remote keypad controls the projector by way of wireless communications from a battery-
powered  infrared  (IR)  transmitter.  Use  the  IR  remote  keypad  the  same  way  you  would  use  a 
remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR. When making key presses, direct the keypad either 
toward the screen or toward the front or rear of the projector. One of the two IR sensors on the 
projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal pr\
ocessing.
leD sT aTUs DIsPla Y: DesCRIPTIon
- - AC power supplied, projector Off
On Projector On
LC Lens calibration in progress
LP Lamp	has	reached	defined	“Lamp	Limit”	refer	
to 3.9 Working with the Lamp
SH  Closed shutter
# # System warning or error has occurred
  Cooling down (Rotating Horizontal Bars)
  Power to Off state or Powering up (segments 
spinning clockwise
Keypad Commands
built-in
IR Remote
Figure 3.1. Built-in Keypad
Section	3	►	Operation
leD status Display
 
Input 1 BNC Input 2
DVI
Input 3 Video Input 4
S-Vid
Input 5 Opt.1 Input 6
Opt.2
Auto
Setup Menu
Lens Shift Help
Shutter Exit
3.2  Using the Remote or built-in Keypad
Table 3.1.
LED Status Display 
						

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Theater Master
Remote Control
Section	3	►	Operation
* These are toggle keys, which require you to press and hold or press twice or press and 
use the up/down arrow keys. 
noTe: To turn the OSD off you must press 
OSD and  .
Figure 3.2. Remote Keypad
Press and hold
 to toggle or press twice to toggle or press and release, followed by ▲ ON or ▼ OFF 
Quick
Setup
Quick Setup 
						

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Wired Remote
Section	3	►	Operation
You  can  convert  the  IR  remote  into  a  wired  remote  keypad  using  the  cable  provided  with  the 
projector.  Connect  one  end  into  the  remote  and  the  other  to  the  mini  stereo  connector  on  the 
input panel labeled as ReMoTe. The wired remote is recommended when:
The built-in keypad is inaccessible
•	
The lighting conditions are unsuitable for proper IR transmission
•	
noTe: Leave the batteries in the wired remote for the laser key ( 
  ) to work. 
Keep in mind the following guidelines: Press	keys	one-at-a-time;	there	are	no	simultaneous	key	combinations	required.
•	
Note that the three keys — Power
•	
 
, Shutter Shutter and OSD OSD are “press-and-hold” 
keys that do not function with a typical quick press-and-release key pre\
ss (see Figure 3.2).
Hold  arrow  keys  down  for  continuous  adjustment/movement  in  one  direction.  In  serial 
•	
networks,	 pause	briefly	 between	 adjustments	 to	ensure	 that	other	 devices	 can	“keep	 up”	
with the commands.
If you press a key while the projector is still responding to the previous action, such as during 
•	
power-up, the second key press may not take effect.
Specific	keypad	commands	are	explained	below:
PoWeR on/off
Press  and hold  
 for two seconds or press twice quickly to toggle the projector (on) or (off) 
with a single keystroke. Or press and release 
 followed immediately by   (on) or
         
(off) to guarantee the correct toggle (useful if you are unsure of the pr\
esent state). 
noTes: 1) After powering down, the lamp cooling fan remains on for approximately five minutes 
to cool the lamp.  2) It is a good idea to avoid turning a projector back on until it has been off for 
a few minutes. Hot re-strikes of the lamp may reduce lamp life.
TesT
Press 
Test to step forward through all internal test patterns and this will eventually lead you to 
the current input. If you press 
Test and then cycle by using the   and  right arrow keys, 
you’ll be cycling in either direction through the test patterns only, no input.
QUICK seTUP  
Press  
Quick
Setup  to  initiate  an  automated  process  in  which  the  projector  optimizes  critical  display 
parameters such as size, position, pixel tracking, etc., for the current source. These parameters 
are listed in Table 3.2. A  Quick Setup can save time in perfecting a display and you can modify 
the adjustments as desired.
What a "Quick Setup" Does
oPTIMIzes: seTs To DefaUl T:
Pixel Tracking Contrast
Pixel Phase Brightness
Size and Blanking Auto Input Level (Off)
SVertical Stretch  Detail (if video source)
Position Filter
Color Temp Luma Delay
noTe: You must have an unlocked channel present to use Quick Setup.Table 3.2. Quick Setup
guide to Keypads
Keypad Commands
Test
Quick
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Section	3	►	Operation
Channel
Press Channel	to	 select	 a	specific	 source	setup	(channel )	defined	 and	stored	 in	projector	 memory.	
Once you enter a two-digit channel number (or, if there is a list displayed, highlight it and press                             
),  the  display  will  automatically  change  and  update  according  to  the  numerous  setup 
parameters	 defined	for	that	 channel.	 Note	that	a	new	 channel	 is	automatically	 created	if	you	
adjust an image from a new source.
noTe:  Channel  (
Channel)  key  behavior  during  a  presentation  depends  on  whether  or  not  the 
Display  Channel  List  option  is  enabled  in  the  Menu  Preferences  menu.  You  can  choose  to 
use a scrollable list of channels when you press 
Channel , or you may prefer to enter the desired 
channel  number  “blind”,  i.e.,  without  on-screen  feedback.  See  Menu  Preferences  later  in  this 
section.
InPUT 1
Press 
Input 1  to  display  from  the  data  or  video  input  source  connected  to  BNCs  labeled  InPUT 
1.
InPUT 2
Press 
Input 2 to display from the DVI source connected to  InPUT 2.
InPUT 3
Press 
Input 3 to display from the composite video source connected to InPUT 3.
InPUT 4
Press  
Input 4 to display from the S-Video source connected to  InPUT 4.
InPUT 5
Press 
Input 5 to display from the InPUT 5 interface module installed in the Option 1 slot.
noTe:  If  you  have  the  optional  Dual  SD/HD-SDI  Module  installed  and  there  are  two  inputs 
connected here, the second input (B) is considered  INPUT 7. If you are using the built-in keypad 
or the remote keypad, press INPUT 5 to access INPUT 7 as follows:
While displaying from 
•  INPUT 5, press 
Input 5 again. This switches to INPUT 7.
While displaying from any input other than the Dual SD/HD-SDI Module, press 
• 
Input 5. This 
switches to either  INPUT 5 or INPUT 7, depending on which of the Dual SD/HD-SDI Module 
inputs (A or B) was last used. Press 
Input 5 again to display from the other Dual SD/HD-SDI 
Module input.
InPUT 6
Press 
Input 6 to display from the INPUT 6 interface module installed in the Option 2 slot.
noTe:  If  you  have  the  optional  Dual  SD/HD-SDI  Module  installed  and  there  are  two  inputs 
connected here, the second input (B) is considered  INPUT 8. If you are using the built-in keypad 
or the remote keypad, press INPUT 6 to access INPUT 8 as follows:
While displaying from 
•  INPUT 6, press 
Input 5 again. This switches to INPUT 8.
While displaying from any input other than the Dual SD/HD-SDI Module, press 
• 
Input 5, which 
switches to either  INPUT 5 or INPUT 8, depending on which of the Dual SD/HD-SDI Module 
inputs (A or B) was last used. Press 
Input 5 again to display from the other Dual SD/HD-SDI 
Module input.
Channel
Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4
Input 5
Input 6 
						

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Section	3	►	Operation
ConTRasT
Press Contrast to change the amount of white in your images. Use   keys until you reach 
the  desired  level  of  contrast  —  for  best  results,  start  low  and  increase  so  that  whites  remain 
bright  but  are  not  distorted  or  tinted  and  that  light  areas  do  not  become  white  (i.e.,  “crushed”). 
Conversely, low contrast causes dim images. See  3.5, Adjusting the Image (Picture Adjustments 
subsection). 
bRIghTness
Press 
Bright  to increase or decrease the amount of black in the image. Use 
  keys until 
you  reach  the  desired  level  of  contrast—for  best  results,  start  high  and  decrease  so  that  dark 
areas  do  not  become  black  (i.e.,  “crushed”).  Conversely, overly  high  brightness  changes  black 
to dark gray, causing washed-out images. See  3.5, Adjusting the Image (Picture Adjustments 
subsection).
gaMMa
“Gamma”  determines  how  gray  shades  are  displayed  between  minimum  input  (black)  and 
maximum input (white) for a given amount of signal. The proper setting helps maintain optimized 
blacks  and  whites  while  ensuring  a  smooth  transition  for  the  “in-between”  values  utilized  in 
grays. Unlike brightness and contrast controls, the overall tone of an image can be lightened or 
darkened without changing the two extremes and your images will be more vibrant yet with good 
detail in dark areas when using the Gamma control.
The	 normal	 gamma	 setting	of	2.2	 is	correct	 for	most	 video	 and	2.6	for	film.	 If	excess	 ambient	 light	
washes	 out	the	image	 and	it	becomes	 difficult	or	impossible	 to	see	 details	 in	dark	 areas,	 lower	
the gamma setting to compensate. This will improve contrast ratio while maintaining good details 
for blacks and whites
 
MenU
Press 
Menu to enter or exit the projector’s menu system.
osD (on-sCReen DIsPla Y) 
Press 
OSD   to hide the projector’s menu system during use. To see the menus again, do 
one of the following:
Press 
•	 and hold 
OSD for two seconds
Press and release 
•	
OSD followed immediately by 
.
Press 
•	
OSD OSD
Invisible menus are fully functional, enabling “hidden” access to numbered features and image 
adjustments by entering the corresponding sequence of key presses on the\
 keypad.
noTe:  With  OSD  “on”,  you  can  still  hide  error  messages  and  slide  bars  by  disabling  these 
options in the  Menu Preferences  menu.
shUTTeR
 
Press  and  hold Shutter  for  two  seconds  to  toggle  the  internal  mechanical  shutter  blade 
closed  or  open  with  a  single  keystroke.  Or  press  and  release Shutter  followed  immediately  by                                          
   (closed)  or 
 (open)  to  guarantee  the  correct  toggle  (useful  if  you  are  unsure  of  the 
present state). Alternatively, press 
Shutter Shutter to toggle from the present on/off state. A closed 
shutter blanks the display (turns it to black). Close the shutter to mute all display while maintaining 
access to projector functions. Opening the shutter restores the image.
noTes:  1)  The  status  display  shows  “5H”,  when  the  shutter  is  closed.  2) The  shutter  is  open 
upon power-up.
Contrast
Bright
Gamma
Menu
OSD
Shutter