Page 2 - Projector; User's Manual – Operating Guide; Thank you for purchasing this projector.; About this manual; WARNING; NOTE
1 Projector 8918/8943 User's Manual – Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING Before using this product, please read the “Safety Guide” section and related sections to ensure the proper use of this product. After reading section, store this in a safe place for future referen...
Page 3 - Content; Phenomena that may be easy
2 About this manual. . . . . . . . . . 1Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Projector features. . . . . . . . . . 3Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Contents of package . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Fastening the lens cover . . . . . . . . . .3 Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - Fastening the lens cover; Projector features
3 Fastening the lens cover To avoid losing the lens cover, please fasten the lens cover to the projector using the included strap. . Fix the strap to the strap hole of the lens cover. . Put one side of the strap into the groove on the rivet. 3. Push the rivet into the rivet hole. Projector features ...
Page 5 - Part names; The lamp unit is inside.
4 Part names Part names Projector () Speakers (x 4) ( 37 ). () Focus ring ( 19 ) (3) Zoom ring ( 19 ) (4) Lamp cover ( 56 ) The lamp unit is inside. (5) Lens shift cover ( 19 ) (6) Horizontal lens shift dial ( 19 ) (7) Vertical lens shift dial ( 19 ) (8) Front cover (9) Lens ( 61 ) (...
Page 6 - Control panel; It consists of four cursor buttons.; Rear panel; CAUTION
5 Part names Control panel () STANDBY/ON button ( 16 ) () MENU button ( 23 ) It consists of four cursor buttons. (3) INPUT button ( 17 ) (4) POWER indicator ( 16 ) (5) TEMP indicator ( 63 ) (6) LAMP indicator ( 63 ) Rear panel () Shutdown switch ( 65 ) () Security slot ( 9 ) (3) Secu...
Page 7 - Remote control; Cursor button ▲ : to slide toward the side marked ▲.; Back of
6 Part names Remote control () Laser pointer ( 13 ) It is a beam outlet. () LASER INDICATOR ( 13 ) (3) LASER button ( 13 ) (4) STANDBY/ON button ( 16 ) (5) VOLUME button ( 17 ) (6) MUTE button ( 17 ) (7) VIDEO button ( 18 ) (8) RGB button ( 17 ) (9) SEARCH button ( 18 ) (0) AUTO bu...
Page 8 - Setting up
7 Setting up Setting up Install the projector according to the environment and manner the projector will be used in. WARNING ► Place the projector in a stable horizontal position. If the projector falls or is knocked over it could cause injury and/or damage to the projector. Using a damaged projecto...
Page 9 - Arrangement; On a horizontal
8 Arrangement Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine screen size and projection distance.The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen: 04×768 (a) Screen size (diagonal) (b) Projection distance (±0%) (c) Screen height (±0%), when the vertical lens shift is set...
Page 10 - Adjusting the projector's elevator; Using the security bar and slot; To finely adjust, twist
9 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 t...
Page 11 - Connecting your devices; prepare the cables required to connect.; BLANK
0 Setting up Connecting your devices Be sure to read the manuals for devices before connecting them to the projector. Make sure that all the devices are suitable to be connected with this product, and prepare the cables required to connect. Please refer to the following illustrations to connect them...
Page 13 - Connecting power supply; Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet.; AC inlet
12 Setting up Connecting power supply 1. Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector. 2. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet. WARNING ► Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or ele...
Page 14 - Putting batteries; and the LASER INDICATOR lights while the LASER button is pressed.; LASER INDICATOR
3 Remote control Putting batteries Please load the batteries before using the remote control. If the remote control starts to malfunction, replace the batteries. If you will not use the remote control for an extended period, remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place...
Page 15 - The front and top sensors:
4 Changing the frequency of remote control signal The accessory remote control has the choice of the mode or the mode , in the frequency of its signal. If the remote control does not function properly, attempt to change the signal frequency. Please remember that the “REMOTE FREQ.” in SERVICE item of...
Page 16 - Using as a wired remote control; Using as a simple PC mouse & keyboard; Sliding toward the side marked ▲ works instead of the
5 Using as a wired remote control The accessory remote control works as a wired remote control, when the wired control port at the bottom of the remote control connects with the REMOTE CONTROL port on the back of the projector via an audio cable with 3.5 diameter stereo mini plugs. When the remote c...
Page 17 - Turning on the power; Make sure that the power cord is firmly and; (1) When AUTO ON in OPTION menu is set to TURN ON; Turning off the power
6 Power on/off Turning on the power . Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet. . Remove the lens cover, and set the power switch to the ON position. The power indicator will light up in steady orange ( 63 ). Then wait several seconds because ...
Page 18 - Operating; Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to adjust the volume.; Temporarily muting the sound
7 Operating Operating Adjusting the volume . Press the VOLUME button on the remote control. A dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume. . Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to adjust the volume. To close the dialog and complete the operation, press the VOLUME button again. Even if...
Page 19 - Searching an input signal; find any input signals.; port first. If no input; Selecting an aspect ratio; For an RGB signal
8 Operating Searching an input signal . Press the SEARCH button on the remote control.The projector will start to check its input ports 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 retur...
Page 20 - Adjusting the zoom and focus; Focus ring; Adjusting the lens shift; Top
9 Adjusting the zoom and focus . Use the zoom ring to adjust the screen size. . Use the focus ring to focus the picture. Operating Focus ring Zoom ring Adjusting the lens shift . Use the vertical lens shift dial to shift the picture upward or downward. . Use the horizontal lens shift dial to shift t...
Page 21 - Adjusting the position; Correcting the keystone distortions; Use the cursor buttons ◄/► to select the direction to correct
0 Adjusting the position . Press the POSITION button on the remote control. The “POSITION” indication will appear on the screen. . Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼/◄/► to adjust the picture position. When you want to reset the operation, press the RESET button on the remote control during the operation.To...
Page 22 - Using the magnify feature; Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼ to adjust the zoom level.; Freezing the screen
Operating Using the magnify feature . Press the ON button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. The “MAGNIFY” indication will appear on the screen (although the indication will disappear in several seconds with no operation), and the projector will go into the MAGNIFY mode. . Use the cursor buttons ▲/▼ ...
Page 23 - Temporarily blanking the screen
Operating Temporarily blanking the screen . Press the BLANK button on the remote control. The blank screen will be displayed instead of the screen of input signal. Please refer to the BLANK item in SCREEN menu ( 38 ). To exit from the blank screen and return to the input signal screen, press the B...
Page 24 - Using the menu function; In the EASY MENU; RESET button
3 Operating Using the menu function This projector has the following menus: PICTURE, IMAGE, INPUT, SETUP, AUDIO, SCREEN, OPTION, NETWORK, and EASY MENU. EASY MENU consists of functions often used, and the other menus are classified into each purpose. Each of these menus is operated using the same me...
Page 25 - EASY Menu; Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio.; From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can
4 EASY Menu EASY Menu Item Description ASPECT Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio. See the ASPECT item in IMAGE menu ( 29 ). AUTO KEYSTONE EXECUTE Using the ► button executes the auto keystone function. See the AUTO KEYSTONE EXECUTE item in SETUP menu ( 35 ). KEYSTONE Using ...
Page 27 - PICTURE Menu; Item; Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the brightness.; CONTRAST; Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the contrast.; GAMMA; Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the gamma mode.; To adjust CUSTOM; CUSTOM and then pressing the ► button
6 PICTURE Menu PICTURE Menu Item Description BRIGHTNESS Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the brightness. Light ó Dark CONTRAST Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the contrast. Strong ó Weak GAMMA Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the gamma mode. # DEFAULT ó # CUSTOM ó # DEFAULT ó # CUSTOM ó #3 DEFAULT #5 CUSTO...
Page 29 - Using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons changes the active iris control mode.; MY MEMORY; Selecting a function using the ▲/▼ buttons and pressing the ► or
8 PICTURE Menu Item Description ACTIVE IRIS Using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons changes the active iris control mode. PRESENTATION ó THEATER ó TURN OFF Feature PRESENTATION The active iris displays the best presentation image for both bright and dark scenes. THEATER The active iris displays the best theate...
Page 30 - IMAGE Menu; Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio.; From the IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below
9 IMAGE Menu IMAGE Menu Item Description ASPECT Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio. For an RGB signal NORMAL ó 4:3 ó 6:9 ó SMALL For an M1-D signal NORMAL ó 4:3 ó 6:9 ó 4:9 ó SMALL For a Video signal, S-video signal or Component video signal 4:3 ó 6:9 ó 4:9 ó SMALL For no signa...
Page 31 - Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal size.
30 IMAGE Menu Item Description H PHASE Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal phase to eliminate flicker. Right ó Left • This item can be selected only for an RGB signal or a component video signal. (except 55i (480i), 65i (576i), SCART RGB) H SIZE Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the horizontal ...
Page 32 - INPUT Menu; Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the progress mode.; VIDEO NR; Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the noise reduction mode.; COLOR SPACE; Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for color space.; From the INPUT menu, items shown in the table below can
3 INPUT Menu INPUT Menu Item Description PROGRESSIVE Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the progress mode. TV ó FILM ó TURN OFF • This function is performed only for an interlaced signal of a VIDEO input, an S-VIDEO input or COMPONENT VIDEO input of 55i (480i), 65i (576i) or 5i (080i) signal.• When TV o...
Page 33 - Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the function of the COMPONENT; VIDEO FORMAT; finding a more suitable mode.
3 Item Description COMPONENT Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the function of the COMPONENT (Y, C b /P b , C r /P r ) port. COMPONENT ó SCART RGB When the SCART RGB is selected, the COMPONENT (Y, C b /P b , C r /P r ) and VIDEO ports will function as a SCART RGB port. A SCART adapter or SCART cable is...
Page 34 - e ◄/► buttons to select the RGB
33 Item Description FRAME LOCK Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns the frame lock function on/off. TURN ON ó TURN OFF • This item can be performed only on an RGB signal with a vertical frequency of 50 to 60 Hz. • When the TURN ON is selected, a moving pictures are displayed more smoothly. • This function ma...
Page 35 - The resolution for the RGB and RGB input signals can be set on
34 INPUT Menu Item Description RESOLUTION The resolution for the RGB and RGB input signals can be set on this projector. (1) In the INPUT menu select the RESOLUTION using the ▲/▼ buttons and press the ► button. The RESOLUTION menu will be displayed. () In the RESOLUTION menu select the resolution yo...
Page 36 - SETUP Menu; Using the ▲/▼ buttons corrects the vertical keystone distortion.; From the SETUP menu, items shown in the table below
35 SETUP Menu SETUP Menu Item Description AUTO KEYSTONE EXECUTE Selecting this item performs the Automatic keystone distortion correction. Projector automatically corrects vertical keystone distortion due to the (forward/backward) setup angle by itself.This function will be executed only once when s...
Page 37 - Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for mirror status.
36 SETUP Menu SETUP Menu (continued) Item Description WHISPER Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns off/on the whisper mode. NORMAL ó WHISPER • When the WHISPER is selected, acoustic noise and screen brightness are reduced. MIRROR Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for mirror status. NORMAL ó H:INVERT ó ...
Page 38 - AUDIO Menu; From the AUDIO menu, items shown in the table below can
37 AUDIO Menu AUDIO Menu Item Description VOLUME Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the volume. High ó Low TREBLE Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the treble level. High ó Low BASS Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the bass level. High ó Low SRS WOW Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for SRS WOW mode. HIGH...
Page 39 - SCREEN Menu; MENU POSITION; Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the blank screen.; From the SCREEN menu, items shown in the table below
38 SCREEN Menu SCREEN Menu Item Description LANGUAGE Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the OSD (On Screen Display) language. SUOMI ó POLSKI ó TÜRKÇE ENGLISH ó FRANÇAIS ó DEUTSCH ó ESPAÑOL ó ITALIANO NORSK ó NEDERLANDS ó PORTUGUÊS ó 日本語 ó ó ó SVENSKA ó MENU POSITION Using the ◄/►/▲/▼ buttons adjusts the...
Page 40 - Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the start-up screen.
39 SCREEN Menu Item Description START UP Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the mode for the start-up screen. The start-up screen is a screen displayed when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen ó ORIGINAL ó TURN OFF Feature MyScreen Screen can be registered by the MyScreen item ( 40...
Page 41 - below; MyScreen Lock; Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the MyScreen lock function.
40 SCREEN Menu Item Description MyScreen This item allows you to capture an image for use as a MyScreen image which can be used as the BLANK screen and START UP screen. Display the image you want to capture before executing the following procedure. . Selecting this item displays a dialog titled “MyS...
Page 42 - and press the ► button. Right side of the
4 SCREEN Menu Item Description MESSAGE Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the message function. TURN ON ó TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, the following message function works. “AUTO IN PROGRESS” while automatically adjusting “NO INPUT IS DETECTED” “SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE” “Searching….” while se...
Page 43 - OPTION Menu
42 OPTION Menu OPTION Menu Item Description AUTO SEARCH Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the automatic signal search function. TURN ON TURN OFF When the TURN ON is selected, detecting no signal automatically cycles through input ports in the following order. The search is started from the curren...
Page 44 - LAMP TIME
43 Item Description AUTO OFF Using the ▲/▼ buttons adjusts the time to count down to automatically turn the projector off. Long (max. 99 minutes) ó Short (min. 0 minute = DISABLE) AUTO OFF ENABLE AUTO OFF DISABLE 0 When the time is set to 0, the projector is not turned off automatically. When the ti...
Page 48 - This projector is equipped with security functions.; Using Security Features; Inputting the PASSWORD; Changing the PASSWORD
47 Item Description SECURITY This projector is equipped with security functions. User registration is required before using the security functions. Please contact your local dealer. 1. Using Security Features 1.1 Inputting the PASSWORD 1.1-1 Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the OPTION menu to select SECURITY ...
Page 49 - Using the MyScreen PASSWORD Function
48 Item Description SECURITY 1.3 If you have forgotten your PASSWORD .3- Follow the procedure in .- to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX. .3- While the ENTER PASSWORD BOX is displayed, press and hold the RESET button on the remote control for about 3 seconds or press and hold the INPUT and ► buttons on...
Page 50 - Using the PIN LOCK Function
49 Item Description SECURITY .-4 Move the cursor to the right side of the CHECK PASSWORD BOX and press the ► button to display the PASSWORD for about 0 seconds, please make note of the PASSWORD during this time. Pressing the ENTER button on the remote control or INPUT button on the projector will re...
Page 51 - If you have forgotten your PIN Code
50 Item Description SECURITY 3.1-3 Input a 4 part PIN Code using the ▲/▼/◄/► /RGB and INPUT buttons. A CONFIRMATION BOX will appear. Reenter the same PIN Code. This will complete the PIN Code registration. NOTE: If there is no key input for about 55 seconds while the PIN BOX or the CONFIRMATION BOX ...
Page 52 - Using the Transition Detector Function; Function; Transition Detector; PASSWORD
5 Item Description SECURITY 4. Using the Transition Detector Function While the Transition Detector function is ON, when power switch is started to supply to the projector, it might react as below. • Transition Detector alarm shown below might appear on screen, if the projector has been moved or re-...
Page 53 - If you have forgotten your PASSWORD
5 Item Description SECURITY 4.3 Setting the Transition Detector off 4.3- Follow the procedure in 4.- to display the Transition Detector on/off menu. 4.3- Select TURN OFF to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX (large). Enter the registered PASSWORD and the screen will return to the Transition Detector on/...
Page 54 - Configuration; The IP ADDRESS is the number that identifies this projector
53 NETWORK Menu /'07= 4)$? 5'.'%6 +2#&&4'5557$0'6/#5- 6+/'&+(('4'0%' &*%2 674010 &'(#7.6)#6'9#; '#0&6+/'G 5*16 +0(14/#6+105'48+%' +/#)' 2+%674' 5'672 +0276 5%4''0126+10 #7&+1 0'6914-'#5;/'07 NETWORK Menu Item Description DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) D...
Page 55 - Use the ◄ button to return to the menu
54 NETWORK Menu Item Description TIME DIFFERENCE Entering the TIME DIFFERENCE : Use the ▲/▼ buttons to enter the TIME DIFFERENCE. Set the same TIME DIFFERENCE as the one set on your PC. If unsure, consult your network administrator. Use the ◄ button to return to the menu after setting the TIME DIFFE...
Page 56 - Use the ► or ENTER buttons to view; SERVICE; Choose the RESTART using the ► button.; Network functions; Refer to the separate volume on Network Functions.
55 Item Description INFORMATION INFORMATION display : Use the ► or ENTER buttons to view network information and confirm settings. • Only the first 16 characters of the projector name are displayed. • The battery for the built in clock may be dead if the clock loses time even when the DATE AND TIME ...
Page 57 - Replacing the lamp; In case of replacement by yourself,; Loosen the 3 screws (marked by arrow) of the; Insert the new lamp, and retighten firmly the; The lamp cover
56 Maintenance Lamp A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replac...
Page 58 - to fly into the lamp housing, and for; About disposal of a lamp; Use only the lamp of the specified type.
57 Maintenance Lamp (continued) WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE ► The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, a...
Page 59 - Cleaning the air filter; Air filter; The front side of the projector
58 Please check and clean the air filter periodically. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the like, internal temperatures rise, which could cause a fire, a burn or malfunction to the projector. When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with it as soon as ...
Page 60 - the EASY MENU
59 WARNING ►Before taking care of the air filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool sufficiently. Taking care of the air filter in a high temperature state of the projector could cause an electric shock, a burn or malfunction to...
Page 61 - projector to cool sufficiently.; Replace battery with HITACHI MAXELL, Part No.CR2032; facing. And push the battery into the battery holder fully to fix.; Internal clock battery
60 Maintenance . Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently. . After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, slowly turn over the projector, so that the bottom is facing. 3. Remove the battery cover. Turn the battery cover in the directi...
Page 62 - Inside of the projector; inspected by your dealer about once every year.; Caring for the lens; quality. Please take care of the lens, being cautious of handling.; Caring for the cabinet and remote control; Other care
6 Maintenance Inside of the projector In order to ensure the safe use of your projector, please have it cleaned and inspected by your dealer about once every year. Caring for the lens If the lens is flawed, soiled or fogged, it could cause deterioration of display quality. Please take care of the le...
Page 63 - When the unit's power is on, messages such as those shown below may be; There is no input signal.; The horizontal or vertical frequency of the input signal; CHECK THE AIR FLOW; The internal temperature is rising.; REMINDER; A note of precaution when cleaning the air filter.
6 Troubleshooting Related messages When the unit's power is on, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please follow the instructions described below. If the same message is displayed after the remedy, or if a message other than the fol...
Page 64 - Regarding the indicator lamps; Green; Orange; Red; sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of; Red; The lamp cover has not been properly fixed.; sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation
63 Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps Lighting and flashing of the POWER indicator, the LAMP indicator, and the TEMP indicator have the meanings as described in the table below. Please follow the instructions within the table. If the same indication is displayed after the remedy, or if an...
Page 65 - Regarding the indicator lamps (continued); The cooling fan is not operating.; It is time to clean the air filter.; There is a possibility that the interior portion; At least 1 “Power ON” schedule is saved to the
64 Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps (continued) POWER indicator LAMP indicator TEMP indicator Description Blinking In Red or Lighting In Red Turned off Blinking In Red The cooling fan is not operating. Please turn the power off, and allow the projector to cool down at least 0 minutes. A...
Page 66 - Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects; Phenomenon; of these has not been properly fixed.; at least 45 minutes. After the projector has sufficiently cooled
65 Troubleshooting Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects WARNING ► Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. In such cases, im...
Page 69 - Warranty and after-service; Specification
68 Warranty And After-Service / Specification Warranty and after-service If a problem occurs with the equipment, first refer to the “Troubleshooting” and run through the suggested checks. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service company. They will tell you what war...
Page 71 - Example of computer signal
1 Projector 8918/8943 User's Manual – Operating GuideTechnical Example of computer signal Resolution (H x V) H. frequency (kHz) V. frequency (Hz) Rating Signal mode 720 x 400 37.9 85.0 VESA TEXT 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 VESA VGA (60Hz) 640 x 480 37.9 72.8 VESA VGA (72Hz) 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 VESA VGA (75H...
Page 72 - Initial set signals; and H POSITION in the IMAGE menu.
2 Initial set signals Initial set signals The following signals are used for the initial settings. The signal timing of some computer models may be different. In such case, adjust the items V POSITION and H POSITION in the IMAGE menu. Back porch (B) Front porch (D) Back porch (b) Front porch (d) Dis...
Page 73 - RGB OUT; At RGB signal
3 Connection to the ports A RGB IN1, B RGB IN2, C RGB OUT D-sub 5pin mini shrink jack• Video signal: RGB separate, Analog, 0.7Vp-p, 75Ω terminated (positive) • H/V. sync. Signal: TTL level (positive/negative) • Composite sync. Signal: TTL level At RGB signal Pin Signal Pin Signal Video Red 9 (No con...
Page 74 - VIDEO
4 Connection to the ports (continued) 4 3 2 I VIDEO RCA jack• System: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, PAL-M, PAL-N, NTSC4.43 • 1.0±0.1Vp-p, 75Ω terminator H S-VIDEO Mini DIN 4pin jack Pin Signal Color signal 0.286Vp-p (NTSC, burst), 75Ω terminator Color signal 0.300Vp-p (PAL/SECAM, burst) 75Ω terminator 2 Brightn...
Page 75 - AUDIO IN 2; • 500 mVrms 1kΩ output impedance; REMOTE CONTROL
5 VIDEO CONTROL AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 REMOTE CONTROL (3.5Φ) AUX I/O DC 5V 0.5A S-VIDEO LAN AUDIO OUT AC IN I O R L R L AUDIO IN 3 AUDIO IN 4 RGB OUT RGB1 RGB2 M1-D Y C B /P B C R /P R SD CARD SD CARD VIDEO CONTROL AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 REMOTE CONTROL (3.5Φ) S-VIDEO LAN AUDIO OUT AC IN I O R L R L AU...
Page 76 - LAN
6 VIDEO CONTROL AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 REMOTE CONTROL (3.5Φ) AUX I/O DC 5V 0.5A S-VIDEO LAN AUDIO OUT AC IN I O R L R L AUDIO IN 3 AUDIO IN 4 RGB OUT RGB1 RGB2 M1-D Y C B /P B C R /P R SD CARD SD CARD VIDEO CONTROL AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 REMOTE CONTROL (3.5Φ) S-VIDEO LAN AUDIO OUT AC IN I O R L R L AU...
Page 77 - RS-232C Communication; Turn off the projector and the computer.; Communications setting; CRC_low : Lower byte of CRC flag for command data; Classification
7 RS-232C Communication RS-232C Communication 6 7 8 9 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 4 5 CONTROL port RS-232C cable (Cross) RS-232C port of the projector of the computer - () () CD RD (2) (2) RD TD (3) (3) TD - (4) (4) DTR GND (5) (5) GND - (6) (6) DSR RTS (7) (7) RTS CTS (8) (8) DTS - (9) (9) RI Connecting th...
Page 90 - User’s Manual – Network Functions; the; Contents; Trademark acknowledgment
Projector 8918/8943 User’s Manual – Network Functions This manual is only intended to explain Network Functions. For safety, operations or any other issues, refer to the all user's manual for this projector. • Before using the network functions, read the all the manual sections for this projector ca...
Page 91 - Network Functions; web browser from a PC that is connected to the same network.; Projector Management via SNMP; This projector is equipped with the following network functions.
Network Functions Network Functions Configuring and Controlling the Projector via a Web Browser You can change the settings of or control the projector via a network by using a web browser from a PC that is connected to the same network. ( 4 ) Failure & Warning Alerts via E-mail The projector ...
Page 92 - Before using the network functions...; If using a network with DHCP enabled:
3 Network Functions Before using the network functions… To use the network functions of this projector, the projector must be configured to suit your network. Consult with your network administrator before connecting the projector to your network. Incorrect network configuration of this projector ma...
Page 93 - Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser; that is connected to the same network.
4 Network Functions Configuring and controlling the projector via a web browser You can adjust or control the projector via a network from a web browser on a PC that is connected to the same network. • Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher or Netscape 6.2 or higher are required. • If JavaScript is disable...
Page 95 - Settings; into the
6 Settings Settings Refer to the following for configuring or controlling the projector via a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: ) Enter [https://192.168.1.10] into the address bar of the web browser and the screen in Fig. will be displayed. ) Enter your...
Page 96 - Network Information; All screen images displayed in this manual are; Displays the DHCP configuration settings.
Settings Network Information All screen images displayed in this manual are screens of a logon using an administrator ID. Any administrator only functions will not be displayed when using a user ID. Refer to the descriptions in each table. Displays the projector’s current network configuration setti...
Page 97 - Network Settings; Displays and configures network settings.; IP Configuration
Settings Network Settings Displays and configures network settings. Click the [Apply] button to save the settings. • The new configuration settings are activated after restarting the network connection. When the configuration settings are changed, you must restart the network connection. You can res...
Page 98 - Port Settings; Displays and configures communication port settings.
9 Settings Port Settings Displays and configures communication port settings. Click the [Apply] button to save the settings. • The new configuration settings are activated after restarting the network connection. The network connection must be restarted when the configuration settings are changed. T...
Page 99 - Mail Settings; Displays and configures e-mail addressing settings.; Click the
10 Settings Mail Settings Displays and configures e-mail addressing settings. Click the [Apply] button to save the settings. • You can confirm whether the mail settings work correctly using the [Send Test Mail] button. • If you connect the projector to an existing network, consult a network administ...
Page 100 - Alert Settings; Displays and configures failure & warning alerts.
Settings Alert Settings Displays and configures failure & warning alerts. Item Description Cover Error Configures Cover Error alert settings. SNMP Trap Click the [Enable] check box to enable SNMP Trap alerts for this item. Send Mail Click the [Enable] check box to enable e-mail alerts for this i...
Page 105 - Schedule Settings; Displays and configures schedule settings.
16 Settings Schedule Settings Displays and configures schedule settings. Item Description Daily Configures the daily schedule. Schedule Click the [Enable] check box to enable daily scheduling. Schedule List Displays the current daily schedule. Sunday Configures the Sunday schedule. Schedule Click th...
Page 106 - Specific date No1; Configures the Month and date.
Settings Schedule Setting (Continued) Item Description Specific date No1 Configures the specific date (No.1) schedule. Schedule Click the [Enable] check box to enable specific date (No.1) scheduling. Month/Day Configures the Month and date. Schedule List Displays the current specific date (No.1) sch...
Page 107 - Configures the time to execute commands.; Displays and configures the date and time settings.
Settings To add additional functions and events click the [Add] button and set the following items. Item Description Time Configures the time to execute commands. Command Configures the commands to be executed. Power Parameter Configures the parameters for power control. Input Source Parameter Confi...
Page 109 - Security Settings; Displays and configures passwords and other security settings.
20 Settings Security Settings Item Description Administrator authority Configures the Administrator ID and Password. Administrator ID Configures the Administrator ID. The length of the text can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Administrator Password Configures the Administrator Password. The len...
Page 111 - Projector Control
Projector Control Projector Control Projector Control The items shown in the table below can be performed using the [Projector Control] menu. Select an item using the up and down arrow keys on the PC. Most of the items have a submenu. Refer to the table below for details. Controls the projector. Ite...
Page 112 - Selects the Over Scan setting.
23 Projector Control Projector Control (Continued) Item Description Image Aspect Selects the Aspect setting. Over Scan Selects the Over Scan setting. V Position Adjusts the V Position. H Position Adjusts the H Position. H Phase Adjusts the H Phase. H Size Adjusts the H Size. Auto Adjust Performs Aut...
Page 113 - Option
4 Option Volume Adjusts the Volume setting. Treble Adjusts the Treble setting. Bass Adjusts the Bass setting. SRS WOW Selects the SRS WOW setting. Speaker Turns Speaker On/Off. Audio-RGB1 Assigns the Audio-RGB1 input terminal. Audio-RGB2 Assigns the Audio-RGB2 input terminal. Audio-M1-D Assigns the ...
Page 114 - Network Restart; Restarts the projector’s network connection.; Restarts the projector’s network connection in order to; • Restarting requires you to re-log on in order to further control or; Logoff; When logoff is clicked, the logon screen is displayed (; Projector Status; Displays and configures the current projector status.; Displays the current error status
25 Projector Control Network Restart Restarts the projector’s network connection. Item Description Restart Restarts the projector’s network connection in order to activate new configuration settings. • Restarting requires you to re-log on in order to further control or configure the projector via a ...
Page 115 - • A Network Restart is required after the SMTP Port configuration; [Configuring and Controlling the Projector via a Web Browser]; to confirm
26 Failure & Warning Alerts via E-mail Failure & Warning Alerts via E-mail The projector can automatically send an alert to specified e-mail addresses when the projector requires maintenance or has encountered an error. • Up to five e-mail addresses can be specified. • The projector may be n...
Page 116 - ) Select and configure each alert item. Refer to; and Controlling the Projector via a Web Browser]
Failure & Warning Alerts via E-mail 8) Configure the Failure/Warning Alerts via E-mail settings. Click [Alert Settings] on the main menu. 9) Select and configure each alert item. Refer to [Alert Settings] in [Configuring and Controlling the Projector via a Web Browser] for further information. 1...
Page 117 - Projector management via SNMP; SNMP settings; Configure the following items via a web browser to use SNMP.
Projector management via SNMP Projector management via SNMP When SNMP is enabled, the projector is able to send Failure/Warning Alerts to a specified PC. • It is recommended that SNMP functions be carried out by a network administrator. • SNMP management software must be installed on the computer to...
Page 118 - Controlling the Projector via Scheduling; The projector can be automatically controlled via scheduling.
29 Controlling the Projector via Scheduling Controlling the Projector via Scheduling The projector can be automatically controlled via scheduling. • You can schedule the following control events: Power ON/OFF, Input Source and Transferred Image Display. • There are 3 types of Scheduling, 1) daily 2)...
Page 119 - SNTP configuration settings have been changed.; [Configuring and Controlling the
30 Controlling the Projector via Scheduling Date/Time Settings The Date/Time setting can be adjusted via a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: • A Network Restart is required after the Daylight Savings Time or SNTP configuration settings have been changed...
Page 120 - Schedule settings can be configured from a web browser.
31 Controlling the Projector via Scheduling Schedule Settings Schedule settings can be configured from a web browser. Example: If the IP address of the projector is set to 192.168.1.10: ( 16 ) There are three types of scheduling. 1) Daily: Perform the specified operation at a specified time every ...
Page 121 - Communication Port; • e-SHOT is not available via communication ports which are used for
32 e-SHOT (Still Image Transfer) Display e-SHOT (Still Image Transfer) Display The projector can display a still image that is transferred via the network. Communication Port The following port is used for e-SHOT. TCP #9716 ( 9 ) e-SHOT (Still Image Transfer) Settings Configure the following items...
Page 123 - Command Control via the Network
34 Command Control via the Network Command Control via the Network You can configure and control the projector via the network using RS-232C commands. Communication Port The following two ports are assigned for the command control. TCP #23 TCP #9715 Command Control Settings Configure the following i...
Page 124 - and enter the desired authentication password. * See
35 Command Control via the Network Command Control Settings (Continued) When the authentication setting is enabled, the following settings are required. ( 20 ) ) Click [Security Settings] on the main menu. ) Click [Network Control] and enter the desired authentication password. * See Note. 9) Clic...
Page 125 - Command format; Command formats differ among the different communication ports.; byte; bits from the header to the checksum.
36 Command Control via the Network Command format Command formats differ among the different communication ports. TCP #23 You can use the RS-232C commands without any changes. The reply data format is the same as the RS-232C commands. However, the following reply will be sent back in the event of au...
Page 126 - Reply Data format
37 Command Control via the Network Reply Data format The connection ID (the data is same as the connection ID data on the sending data format) is attached to the RS-232C commands reply data. <ACK reply> Reply Connection ID 0x06 byte <NAK reply> Reply Connection ID 0x15 byte <Error rep...
Page 127 - Automatic Connection Break; communication for 30 seconds after being established.; Authentication; random eight bytes are “a572f60c”.
38 Command Control via the Network Automatic Connection Break The TCP connection will be automatically disconnected after there is no communication for 30 seconds after being established. Authentication The projector does not accept commands without authentication success when authentication is enab...
Page 128 - About The Symbols; Typical Symbols; Read this Safety Guide first.
About The Symbols Varioussymbolsareusedinthismanual,theuser’smanualandontheproduct itselftoensurecorrectusage,topreventdangertotheuserandothers,andto preventpropertydamage.Themeaningsofthesesymbolsaredescribedbelow. Itisimportantthatyoureadthesedescriptionsthoroughlyandfullyunderstand thecontents. P...
Page 129 - Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions WARNING Never use the projector if a problem should occur. Abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, no image, no sound, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquidsorforeignmatter,etc.cancauseafireorelectricalshock. Insuchcase,immediatelytu...
Page 130 - Be cautious of High temperatures of the projector.
WARNING Be cautious of High temperatures of the projector. Hightemperaturesaregeneratedwhenthelampislit.Itcouldresultinfireor burn.Usespecialcautioninhouseholdswherechildrenarepresent. Donottouchaboutthelens,airfansandventilationopeningsduringuseor immediatelyafteruse,topreventaburn.Takecareofventil...
Page 131 - Be careful in handling the light source lamp.
WARNING Be careful in handling the light source lamp. The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp made of glass. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out. When the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and for gas containingmercurytoescapefro...
Page 132 - Be careful in moving the projector.
Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION Be careful in moving the projector. Neglectcouldresultinaninjuryordamage. • Do not move the projector during use. Before moving, disconnect the power cord and all external connections, and close the slide lens door or attachthelenscap. •Avoidanyimpactorshocktot...
Page 134 - Avoid radio interference.
Safety Precautions (continued) NOTE About consumables. Lamp,LCDpanels,polarizorsandotheropticalcomponents,andairfilterandcoolingfans have a different lifetime in each.These parts may need to be replaced after a long usage time. •Thisproductisn’tdesignedforcontinuoususeoflongtime.Inthecaseofcontinuou...
Page 135 - Lamp; break with a
• If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), unplug the power cord from the outlet, and make sure to request a replacement lamp from your local dealer. Note that shards of glass could damage the projector’sinternals,orcauseinjuryduringhandling,sopleasedonottryto cleantheprojec...
Page 136 - Regulatory Notices; FCC Statement Warning; -Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.; INSTRUCTIONS TO USERS:; This equipment complies with the requirements of FCC; For the Customers in CANADA; ThisClassBdigitalapparatuscomplieswithCanadianICES-00.; Warranty And After-Service; youwhatwarrantyconditionisapplied.
9 Regulatory Notices FCC Statement Warning WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installatio...
Page 137 - Audio Visual Products
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