Page 2 - ONTENTS; preface
Contents v Writer: M. Silvetti Saved by: David Calvert Saved date: 05/16/00 1:20 PM Pages: 3 Template: d:\template_95.dot Part Number: xxxxx-001 File name: aoContents C ONTENTS preface U SING T HIS G UIDE Symbols and Conventions ................................................................. ixWar...
Page 3 - Chapter 3
vi Contents a. Writer: M. Silvetti Saved by: David Calvert Saved date: 05/16/00 1:20 PM Part Number: xxxxxx-001 File name: aoContents Chapter 3 U SING THE C OMPAQ M ULTIMEDIA A DAPTER Identifying the Multimedia Adapter Components .......................... 3-1 Attaching the Multimedia Adapter to the...
Page 4 - appendix B; Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC; ROM U
Contents vii a. Writer: David Calvert Saved by: David Calvert Saved date: 05/16/00 1:20 PM Part Number: 191443-001 File name: aoContents appendix B A GENCY R EGULATORY N OTICES Federal Communications Commission Notice............................... B-1Modifications .....................................
Page 5 - Preface; Using This Guide; Symbols and Conventions; Text set off in this manner indicates that
Preface ix ttttt Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 2 Words: 195 Saved date: 05/17/00 4:42 PM File Name: Preface Using This Guide The User's Guide includes general information about yourprojector, troubleshooting and diagnostics, and technicalspecificati...
Page 6 - Warning Messages
x Preface Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 2 Words: 195 Saved date: 05/17/00 4:42 PM File Name: Warning Messages Before operating the projector, please read the followingmessages. ! WARNING: !" To reduce the risk of harm to your eyes, do notlook di...
Page 7 - Chapter 1; Getting Started; Product Features
Getting Started 1-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Chapter 1 Getting Started Product Features The Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector generates crisp,clear images onto a projection screen by usi...
Page 8 - Introduction
1-2 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Introduction Before setting up your Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector,be sure your shipping box includes the following items:
Page 9 - User’s Guide
Getting Started 1-3 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 1 Projector and lens cap 2 10-foot power cable 3 Seven signal cables and one upgrade adapter: !" One VGA signal cable for use with computers,...
Page 10 - Setting Up the Projector; Portable and desktop computers
1-4 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions below and on the following pages to set upthe projector. Separate setup instructions are describ...
Page 11 - Balancing the Projector; Turn the elevator foot sideways to balance the projector.
Getting Started 1-5 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Balancing the Projector The projector has a built-in elevator foot used to balance andelevate the projector. Always balance the projector beforec...
Page 12 - Connecting the Projector to a Portable Computer
1-6 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Connecting the Projector to a Portable Computer 1. Rotate the elevator foot to balance the projector.2. Connect one end of the projector signal c...
Page 13 - Connecting the Projector to a Desktop Computer; to the
Getting Started 1-7 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Connecting the Projector to a Desktop Computer 1. Rotate the elevator foot to balance the projector.2. Connect one end of the projector signal ca...
Page 14 - Turn on the projector first, then turn on the computer. Refer to the
1-8 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 ✎ For security purposes, this projector has been fittedwith a security lock slot ➌ (located on the left, front side) for use with a security cabl...
Page 15 - Connecting the Projector to a Compaq PC Companion; Rotate the elevator foot to balance the projector.
Getting Started 1-9 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Connecting the Projector to a Compaq PC Companion To connect the projector to a Compaq PC Companion, the PCCompanion must have a male connector a...
Page 16 - Connect one end of the power cord
1-10 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 3. Connect one end of the power cord ➋ into the back of the projector, and the other end to an electrical outlet that is easilyaccessible and cl...
Page 17 - Connecting the Projector to Other Video Sources; Powering On the Projector; Standby
Getting Started 1-11 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Connecting the Projector to Other Video Sources The optional Compaq Multimedia Adapter must be used to connectthe projector to a camcorder, DVD ...
Page 18 - Powering Off the Projector
1-12 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 4. Turn on the video source (computer, PC Companion, videocassette recorder, etc.) and launch the software applicationbeing used to display imag...
Page 19 - Adjusting the Projected Image; Adjusting the Projector Height
Getting Started 1-13 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Adjusting the Projected Image There are three ways to adjust the projected image: !" Adjusting the projector height !" Adjusting the pro...
Page 20 - Adjusting the Projector Focus; Resync
1-14 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 CAUTION: Failure to press the elevator button before adjusting the elevator foot can result in damageto the elevator mechanism. ✎ To fine-tune t...
Page 21 - Adjusting the Projector Zoom
Getting Started 1-15 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Adjusting the Projector Zoom To adjust the size of the projected image, rotate the zoom lever untilthe projected image is the desired size.
Page 22 - Image Size Adjustment
1-16 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Image Size Adjustment Projected image sizes at minimum zoom ➊ Distance 1m 2m 3m 4m 5m 6m 7m 8m 9m 10m Diagonal .44m .87m 1.31m 1.74m 2.18m 2.61m...
Page 23 - Using the Compaq Presentation Utility
Getting Started 1-17 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 Using the Compaq Presentation Utility The Compaq Presentation utility included on the CD-ROM is foruse with portable computers. The purpose of t...
Page 24 - Using the Compaq Projector Display Assistant Utility; CD-ROM menu will automatically launch on the screen.
1-18 Getting Started Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 18 Words: 2604 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch01 The Presentation utility is provided on the CD-ROM in thefollowing languages: English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, andSpanish. When the inst...
Page 25 - Chapter 2; Using the Projector; Identifying the Projector Buttons
Using the Projector 2-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 Chapter 2 Using the Projector Identifying the Projector Buttons Symbol Control Function 1 Standby button Powers the projector lamp on andoff. ...
Page 27 - To use standby mode, press the; button; Introducing the Analog On-Screen Menu; Analog On-Screen Menu Adjustments; To display the analog on-screen menu, press the; Select; The following menu shows the functions at each level:
Using the Projector 2-3 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 IMPORTANT: To use standby mode, press the Standby button and, after a six to ten-second delay, the unit enters standby modeand the projector l...
Page 29 - Adjusting the On-Screen Menus; Position
Using the Projector 2-5 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 Adjusting the On-Screen Menus To launch and make adjustments to the Main and Video on-screenmenus: 1. Press the Select button ➊ on the project...
Page 30 - Minus; Explaining Functions in the Analog On-Screen Menu
2-6 Using the Projector Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 4. To make a selection from the level 2 menu, press the Minus (-) button to scroll down the level 2 menu, or press the Plus (+) button to reve...
Page 31 - Custom Color—Modifies the color temperature balance.
Using the Projector 2-7 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 ■ Color—Adjusts color balance to compensate for ambientconditions using three submenus: ■ Factory default. ■ Custom Color—Modifies the color t...
Page 32 - Special On-Screen Messages; Input Signal Out of Range—
2-8 Using the Projector Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 Special On-Screen Messages Special on-screen messages will appear on the projection display toidentify the following conditions: ■ Check Video...
Page 33 - Analog, Use Source to Change Input
Using the Projector 2-9 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1439 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch02 When the Multimedia Adapter is attached to the projector, thefollowing messages, in addition to the previous messages, willappear on the proje...
Page 34 - Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter; Identifying the Multimedia Adapter Components
Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter 3-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1005 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch03 Chapter 3 Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter The Compaq Multimedia Adapter is specifically designed to fitthe Compaq MP1800 M...
Page 37 - Source
3-4 Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1005 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch03 Connecting a Camcorder, Videocassette Recorder, orDVD Player to the Compaq Multimedia Adapter ✎ A rubber boot cover protects t...
Page 39 - Connecting a Video Player; Plug the RCA video cable into the video-out port on the video; button on the back of the Multimedia; button to optimize it automatically.
3-6 Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1005 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch03 Connecting a Video Player ✎ If your video player uses a round, one-prongcomposite video connector, use the RCA video cable.If ...
Page 40 - Video On-Screen Menu Adjustments
Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter 3-7 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1005 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch03 Video On-Screen Menu Adjustments When the Multimedia Adapter is attached to the projector and thevideo source is selected, an ...
Page 42 - Explaining Functions in the Video On-Screen Menu; Sharpness-adjusts screen image sharpness.
Using the Compaq Multimedia Adapter 3-9 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 9 Words: 1005 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch03 Explaining Functions in the Video On-Screen Menu In addition to the analog on-screen menu functions, the video on-screen menu ...
Page 43 - Chapter 4; Using the Remote Control; To reduce the risk of injury to the eyes,
Using the Remote Control 4-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 8 Words: 975 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch04 Chapter 4 Using the Remote Control The remote control has many convenient features. It combines thefunctions of the projector buttons with some...
Page 44 - Identifying the Remote Control Buttons
4-2 Using the Remote Control Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 8 Words: 975 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch04 Identifying the Remote Control Buttons Item Component Function 1 LED Glows green when the remotecontrol is operating 2 Standby button Powers th...
Page 46 - Calibrating the Mouse; Remote Control Functions
4-4 Using the Remote Control Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 8 Words: 975 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch04 Calibrating the Mouse The mouse ball should be calibrated the first time the remotecontrol is used or when the batteries are changed to adjust ...
Page 47 - or
Using the Remote Control 4-5 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 8 Words: 975 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch04 IMPORTANT: To operate a computer using the remote control, the 8-pin-to-USB/RS232 Y-cable (included with the MultimediaAdapter) must be used. C...
Page 48 - PIP
4-6 Using the Remote Control Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 8 Words: 975 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch04 Picture-in-Picture On-Screen Adjustments When the Multimedia Adapter is attached to the projector, an inputsource is connected, and the S-video...
Page 50 - Explaining Functions in the PIP On-Screen Menu
4-8 Using the Remote Control Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 8 Words: 975 Saved date: 05/17/004:43 PM File Name: Ch04 PIP On-Screen Menu (continued) PIP Menu PIP Menu Level 2 PIP Menu Level 3 Menu Location Up-downLeft-rightSave and returnCancel Adjustment scale...
Page 51 - Chapter 5; Care and Maintenance; Protecting the Projector; Do not drop the projector or place it on an unstable surface.
Care and Maintenance 5-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 5 Words: 916 Saved date: 05/17/004:44 PM File Name: Ch05 Chapter 5 Care and Maintenance This section explains how to care for and maintain your Compaqprojector during normal everyday use. Protecting ...
Page 52 - Cleaning the Lens; clean
5-2 Care and Maintenance Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 5 Words: 916 Saved date: 05/17/004:44 PM File Name: Ch05 ■ Do not open the projector or attempt to service this product forany other reason than to replace the lamp module. Adjust onlythose controls ...
Page 53 - Do not store a cleaning cloth in contact; Replacing the Projector Lamp Module; When the lamp reaches its end of life, it
Care and Maintenance 5-3 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: JGilbert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 5 Words: 916 Saved date: 05/17/004:44 PM File Name: Ch05 CAUTION: Do not store a cleaning cloth in contact with the lens for a long time as doing so maycontaminate the lens with dye from the cloth. T...
Page 56 - Appendix A; Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting A-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 5 Words: 974 File Name: Troubleshooting Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Appendix A Troubleshooting Problem Solution Image does not appear on theprojection screen 1. Make sure the projector is powered on...
Page 61 - Appendix B; Agency Regulatory Notices; Federal Communications Commission Notice; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; Modifications
Agency Regulatory Notices B - 1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 6 Words: 1132 File Name: Agency Regulatory Notices Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Appendix B Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and...
Page 62 - Cables; For questions regarding your product, contact:; Canadian Notice
B-2 Agency Regulatory Notices Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 6 Words: 1132 File Name: Agency Regulatory Notices Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cableswith metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to mainta...
Page 63 - European Notice; Japanese Notice
Agency Regulatory Notices B-3 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 6 Words: 1132 File Name: Agency Regulatory Notices Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMCDirective (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Di...
Page 64 - Specifications; Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector
B-4 Agency Regulatory Notices Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 6 Words: 1132 File Name: Agency Regulatory Notices Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Specifications Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector Projection panel XGA 1024 × 768 × 1 Lamp type 120 watt High B...
Page 65 - Preset Display Resolutions Table; Display Resolutions
Agency Regulatory Notices B-5 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 6 Words: 1132 File Name: Agency Regulatory Notices Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Preset Display Resolutions Table This projector automatically recognizes the preset displayresolutions listed in t...
Page 66 - Power Cords; or 18AWG, and the length of the cord
B-6 Agency Regulatory Notices Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: EPerlman Pages: 6 Words: 1132 File Name: Agency Regulatory Notices Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Power Cords The projector power supply is provided with Automatic LineSwitching (ALS). This feature allows the pro...
Page 67 - Appendix C; Flash ROM Upgrade
Flash ROM Upgrade C-1 Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 2 Words: 214 File Name: Flash ROM Upgrade Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Appendix C Flash ROM Upgrade The Compaq MP1800 Microportable Projector can beupgraded by flashing the ROM (Read Only Memory) r...
Page 68 - Connect the DFP end of the cable to the DFP connector
C-2 Flash ROM Upgrade Part Number: 191443-001 - Writer: David Calvert - Saved by: J Abercrombie Pages: 2 Words: 214 File Name: Flash ROM Upgrade Saved date: 05/17/00 4:44 PM Complete the following steps to upgrade the projector’sROM: 1. Connect the DFP end of the cable to the DFP connector on the pr...