HP xp7010/xp7030 - Manual

Identifying common features 9 Projector buttons and lights Identifying the projector buttons and lights Item Function 1 Power button Turns the projector on or off. 2 Page-up and Page-down buttons Scrolls up and down through pages on a connected computer, or navigates the on-screen menu. 3 Lamp warni...

Setting Up 10 Back panel Identifying back panel components Item Function 1 Audio in and out ports Connect a stereo audio source using a stereo mini-phone plug, or an optional RCA-to-mini-phone plug. NOTE: Available only on certain models. 2 USB port Connects to a computer and controls the mouse. 3 S...

Identifying common features 11 Remote control TIP: Before using the remote control, remove the battery protector by pulling the plastic tab until it comes out of the remote control. 9 Lock slot Locks the projector to a stationary object with the use of a cable and lock. : Component video input port ...

Setting Up 12 Accessories Get more from your presentations with HP projector accessories. You can purchase accessories at http://www.hp.com or through your projector dealer. • HP ceiling mount kit —enables you to simply and discreetly install your projector on the ceiling. • HP projection screens —m...

Setting up the projector 13 Setting up the projector Positioning the projector The following tables show you where to position the projector in relation to the screen. TIP: For more information on adjusting the picture, see “Making basic adjustments” on page 25 and “Adjusting the Projector” on page ...

Setting up the projector 15 Connecting power 1. Place the projector on a stable platform located 1.2 to 10 m (4 to 33 ft) in front of the screen. Ideally, the platform should be lower than the bottom of the screen. 2. Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the projector 1 and the other end...

Setting Up 16 Connecting a computer Requires: • VGA cable or other video source cable 1 • USB cable 2 (optional) • Audio cable, mini-phone (optional) The optional USB connection allows you to use the mouse and page up/down features on the remote control. See “Showing a computer screen” on page 28. T...

Setting up the projector 17 Connecting a handheld organizer Not all handhelds come with VGA-out ports. For example, an iPAQ Pocket PC may require a VGA-out PC Card with 15-pin connector. If necessary, install a VGA-out accessory card into the organizer. Requires: • VGA cable 1 • VGA-out accessory ca...

Setting Up 18 Connecting a video source Many video devices have more than one type of output port. When you connect the device to the projector, choose the connection that provides the best picture quality. This list shows video connections in order with highest picture quality at the top: • DVI con...

Setting up the projector 19 Connecting a component-video source with a component-to-VGA cable Examples: Cable boxes, DVD players, satellite receivers, and audio-video receivers Requires: • Component-to-VGA cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone 2 (optional) TIP: Many DVD players and other high-quality vi...

Setting Up 20 Connecting an RCA component-video source (certain models only) Examples: Cable boxes, DVD players, satellite receivers, and audio-video receivers Requires: • Standard component-video cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone 2 (optional) TIP: Many DVD players and other high-quality video devic...

Setting up the projector 21 Connecting an S-video source Examples: DVD players, VCRs, cable boxes, camcorders, and video gaming devices Requires: • S-video cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone 2 (optional)

Setting Up 22 Connecting a composite-video source Examples: VCRs, DVD players, audio-video receivers, and video gaming devices Requires: • Composite-video cable 1 • Audio cable, mini-phone 2 , or combined video-audio cable (optional)

Turning the projector on and off 23 Turning the projector on and off Turning the projector on 1. Be sure the power cord is connected and the disconnect switch is on. 2. Remove the lens cover 1 . 3. Press the power button 2 on the projector or on the remote control. The projector takes a minute or so...

Setting Up 24 Turning the projector off 1. Press the power button on the projector or remote control to turn off the projector. Do not hold the button down.The power button blinks during the cool-down period, then the projector turns off. Even though the projector is off, it uses a small amount of p...

Making basic adjustments 25 Making basic adjustments This section provides instructions for making basic adjustments to the projector. Aiming the projector • To raise or lower the projected picture on the screen, press the height adjustment button 1 and raise or lower the front of the projector 2 . ...

Setting Up 26 Using the remote control To do this... Press this... Hide or unhide the picture, and mute or unmute the audio (certain models only) hide button 1 . Move mouse pointer on computer Edge of the mouse pad 2 in the direction you want the pointer to move. This feature requires a USB connecti...

Showing Presentations 28 2 Showing Presentations Showing a computer screen 1. Be sure the computer is connected to the projector and turned on. See “Connecting a computer” on page 16. 2. Be sure the projector is set up, turned on, and adjusted. See “Making basic adjustments” on page 25. 3. If a diff...

Adjusting the picture and sound 29 3 Adjusting the Projector You can change the projector’s settings through its built-in on-screen menu system, using the buttons on the projector or the remote control. To access the on-screen menu, press enter on the projector or remote control. For details, see “U...

Adjusting the Projector 30 You can also customize the picture modes so they are best for your video sources: 1. Press the picture mode button to select the picture mode you want to adjust. 2. Press enter and go to Picture > Customize picture mode . 3. Adjust the settings until you are satisfied w...

Adjusting the picture and sound 31 Adjusting a slanted picture If the projector is tilted up or down, the sides of the picture on the screen might slant in or out, even though the top and bottom are level. The keystone adjustment corrects this problem. Adjust the picture using the keystone setting i...

Adjusting the Projector 32 Adjusting the picture for best color You can fine tune the picture settings on your projector to get the best color and image quality. You should perform these steps for each input source device and each input port that you use. Do them in the order shown. For some input p...

Adjusting the picture and sound 33 Adjusting the sound settings (certain models only) You can control the volume of the projector’s speaker or any connected speakers: • To change the volume, press enter , go to Setup > Volume , and change the setting. • To turn the sound on or off temporarily, pr...

Adjusting the Projector 34 Using the on-screen menu Changing settings using the on-screen menu You can change the on-screen menu settings with the buttons on either the projector or the remote control. 1. Press enter on the projector or remote control. This displays the on-screen menu. 2. Press up o...

Adjusting the Projector 38 Source menu For a visual aid, see “Back panel” on page 10. Help menu Source menu VGA Shows the source connected to the VGA-in port. Composite video Shows the source connected to the composite-video port. S-video Shows the source connected to the S-video port. Component Sho...

Performing routine maintenance 39 4 Maintaining the Projector Performing routine maintenance Getting the projector status To get the projector status: S Press the enter button on the projector or remote control and go to Help . This screen shows information and status for the projector. Cleaning the...

Maintaining the Projector 40 Replacing the lamp module As the projector operates over time, the brightness of the projector lamp gradually decreases and the lamp becomes more susceptible to breakage. You can install a new lamp at any time to bring the projector up to factory-fresh brightness. We rec...

Maintaining the Projector 42 Replacing the battery in the remote control 1. Use a ballpoint pen to hold the battery latch toward the center, then pull out the battery holder 1 . 2. Insert the new battery 2 in the holder. 3. Push the holder 3 into the remote control. When discarding old batteries, co...

Upgrading the projector 43 Upgrading the projector Updating the firmware HP might periodically release updated versions of the projector firmware to enhance the projector performance. The projector firmware version is shown in the on-screen menu at Help . Check for updated versions at http://www.hp....

Installing Permanently 44 5 Installing Permanently Installing the projector Choosing cables If you are permanently installing the projector or using it with long cables, consider the following suggestions when planning the installation: • Use high-quality cables. Use only video cables that are made ...

Installing the projector 45 Installing on the ceiling WARNING! To minimize the risk of injury from improperly installed equipment, it is recommended that a professional installer performs the ceiling installation. 1. Attach the projector to the ceiling using an HP ceiling mount kit. Refer to the ins...

Installing Permanently 46 Controlling an external accessory If your projector has a 12-volt trigger output port, the projector can automatically control one or more accessories. Certain types of accessories can use a 12-volt signal to trigger their actions, such as a motorized screen lowering and ra...

Connecting to a room controller 47 Connecting to a room controller If your projector has a serial port, you can connect the projector to a room controller using a serial (RS-232) cable. After you program the room controller using the following commands, you can use the room controller to operate the...

Installing Permanently 48 Examples of room controller commands In the following examples, “<CR>” and “<LF>” represent a carriage return and line feed, respectively. Commands are sent to the projector as “requests” which consist of an asterisk (*) prefix, the command name, any needed para...

Installing Permanently 50 Room controller commands In the following tables, if the parameter listing for a particular command is “None,” that command requires no parameter. Some commands are valid only when the projector is turned on, STAT=1. Some commands are available only when specific input sour...

Troubleshooting suggestions 55 6 Fixing Problems Troubleshooting suggestions If you have a problem with your projector, check the following statement that most closely matches the nature of the problem, then look in that section of this chapter: • “Warning light problems” on page 55 • “Start-up prob...

Fixing Problems 56 If the red lamp light is on: • Install a new lamp. If the lamp light is on after you install a new lamp module, remove and reinstall the lamp module. If a new lamp does not fix the problem, contact HP for assistance. If the red lamp light is blinking: • Contact HP for assistance. ...

Troubleshooting suggestions 59 If the image is flickering or unstable for a computer connection: • Press the auto sync button on the projector or remote control. • Press enter , go to Picture > VGA settings , and adjust Frequency or Tracking . If the image disappears from the computer screen: • F...

Fixing Problems 60 Remote control problems If the remote control does not operate: • Be sure nothing is blocking the remote control receiver on the front or back of the projector. Move to within 8 m (26 ft) of the projector. • Aim the remote control at the screen or at the front or back of the proje...

Specifications 61 7 Reference This chapter lists the specifications, safety information, and regulatory information for the projector. Specifications Because HP continually improves its products, the following specifications are subject to change. For the latest specifications, visit the HP website ...

Reference 64 Safety information Mercury safety WARNING! The lamp in this digital projector contains mercury. If the lamp breaks, adequately ventilate the immediate area, discard any nearby food and drink, and thoroughly clean the table surface around the projector. Wash your hands after cleaning the...

Regulatory information 65 Connections to peripheral devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, use properly shielded cables with this device. For more information, consult your dealer, an experienced radio/television technician, or, prepared by the Federal Communications Commissi...

Recycling information 67 Recycling information English Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibili...

Index 71 A accessories 12 adjusting color 32 picture 29 setup 33 shape of picture 30 slanted picture 31 sound 29 aiming projector 25 analog video mode compatibility 63 audio adjusting 29 ports 10 troubleshooting 59 audio, connecting B buttons location 9 opening menu 34 C cables choosing 44 connectio...