Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY
2 The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “danger- ous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 1. Read these instructions. 2. ...
Page 3 - Safety Instructions; ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!; LAMP HANDING PRECAUTIONS:; DANGER; The MDLP1 Video Projector weight is 40 pounds
3 Safety Instructions ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! WARNINGS: A. Do not remove the cover from the equipment. B. Do not insert anything into the equipment through the ventilation holes. C. Do not handle the mains lead with wet hands. D. No naked f lame sources, such as lighted candles, should be pl...
Page 4 - Additional Information:
4 Thank You Your decision to own this McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projec- tor ranks you at the very top among discriminating video viewers. You now have “The Best.” The McIntosh dedica- tion to “Quality,” is assurance that you will receive many years of viewing enjoyment from this unit. Please take a short...
Page 5 - Config→Remote Control→Wired.; General Information
5 CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the Projec- tor Lens Assembly, DO NOT at any time attempt to LIFT, CARRY or RE-ORI- ENT the Projector using the Lens. 1. The Main AC Power going to the MDLP1 and any other McIntosh Component(s) should not be applied until all the system components are connect...
Page 6 - Power Control Connectors; Note: The Data and Power Control Connecting Cable is avail-; Data Port Connectors; Connector and Cable Information
6 Power Control Connectors The MDLP1 Power Control Output Jacks send and Power Control Input Jacks receive Power On/Off Signals when connected to McIntosh and other non- McIntosh Components. A 1/8 inch stereo mini phone plug is used for con- nection to the Power Control Input and Outputs on the MDLP...
Page 8 - The following dimensions can assist in determining the
8 Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your MDLP1. There is additional informa- tion on the next page pertaining to installing the MDLP1 into cabinets. 20 -1/4 " 51.44cm 6- 3/4 " 17.15cm Front View of the MDLP1 Rear View of the MDLP1 ...
Page 9 - MDLP1 Bottom View; Figure 1
9 Installation For the best possible image reproduction by the McIntosh MDLP1 Video Projector, it is important to observe the fol- lowing: CAUTION: The MDLP1 Video Projector weight is 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms). When mounting the projector to a building structure it is important to follow all of th...
Page 14 - Initial Setup; Figure 5; Figure 7; Figure 3
14 5. Rotate clockwise or counterclockwise the Knurled Ring surface on the front section of the projector lens to perform an initial fo- cus adjustment. Refer to figures 5 and 6. Note: Figure 6 is an example of an out of focus im- age. Do not be concerned at this time if the image doesn’t fill the s...
Page 15 - Figure 8; Screen; Figure 9
15 11. Using the Knurled Ring surfaces on the projector lens adjust the size and focus of the image. Refer to figure 7. 12. Rotate the projector clockwise or counterclockwise about the center horizontal axis to minimize any horizontal keystone distortion. The top and bottom horizontal lines of the C...
Page 16 - Rear Panel Connections and Switch
16 Connect the MDLP1 power cord to a live AC outlet. Refer to informa- tion on the back panel to determine the correct voltage COMPONENT INPUTS receive Com- ponent Video (Y, PR and PB) Signals from Component Video Sources RS232 connector for connection to a com- puter or other control device HDMI In...
Page 17 - Note: With the addition of a McIntosh Power Controller; AC Power Switching can; Contact your McIntosh Dealer for; Power Control Connections:; trol Centers; will have a HDMI MON A Jack.; AC Power Cord Connections:
17 How to Connect the MDLP1 How to Connect the MDLP1 The MDLP1 has the ability to automatically switch power On/Off to McIntosh Components via the Power Control and Trigger Connections. The Data Port Connections allow for the remote operation of the MDLP1 from other McIn- tosh Components. With an ex...
Page 18 - Remote Control Push-Buttons; Changes the film frame pro-; Note: Push-buttons whose function is not identified above
18 Remote Control Push-Buttons Changes the film frame pro- cessing from Auto to Off Used to change the Gamma settings Press to adjust the selected function Selects which component, either the VP1000 Processor or the MDLP1 Projector, the remote control com- mands are sent to Note: Push-buttons whose ...
Page 20 - Front Panel Push-buttons, Indicators and Control
20 Standby Power On Indicator IR Sensor receives commands from a Remote Control STANDBY/ON Push-button switches the MDLP1 ON or OFF (Standby) Selects one of four Video Sources available and indicates the selected video input Activates the On-Screen Menus for changing the settings Power ON Indicator ...
Page 22 - How to Operate the MDLP1
22 Source Selection The default Source Select for the MDLP1 Projector is the COMPonent 1 Input. There is an additional Component Video Input (COMP 2) along with two HDMI Inputs. Select the desired source using the push-buttons located on the Projector Control Panel or on the PROJ INPUT Push- buttons...
Page 23 - Control may also used.
23 4. Press the Navigation ►RIGHT push-button and the On-Screen Display changes to show the video image selected plus a horizontal adjustment bar located near the bottom of the screen. Refer to figure 18. 5. Press the ◄LEFT or ►RIGHT Navigation push-button to adjust the image so the left and right v...
Page 24 - Picture Adjust Menu; 500° K (slightly overall bluish tint; Picture Mode Selection
24 Remote Control. To have the MDLP1 memorize the current setting perform the following: 1. Select a memory location (U1 thru U9) and then press the SELECT/ENTER Push-button. 2. Make the changes to the image using the menu sys- tem. 3. Reselect the memory location from step one and then press the SE...
Page 25 - How to Operate the MDLP1, con’t; ASPECT RATIO OPTIONS; Images are actual pixel size
25 How to Operate the MDLP1, con’t Lamp Mode - The Normal setting provides a brightly il- luminated image with reasonable projector lamp life. The Economy setting has slightly reduced illumination with an increase in lamp life. Iris - The Lens “F-Stop” setting effects the overall image brightness an...
Page 26 - Fine Menu 1 Adjust; Note : The settings made in Fine Menu 1 are saved in the cur-; Fine Menu 2 Adjust
26 Fine Menu 1 Adjust In the Fine Menu 1 there are two user type adjustments, image sharpness and noise reduction. The remaining adjustments are best performed by a professional with the necessary video signal generators and optical measurement equipment. Refer to figure 26. Sharpness - Effects how ...
Page 27 - inputs only. YPBPR mode is suitable for HD TV sig-; Display Menu Adjust; Note: Before using the electronic adjustments, make sure all
27 How to Operate the MDLP1, con’t Item Resolution Selection Component Auto, 480i/576i, 480p, 540p, 576p, 720p 1 and 2 1035i, 1080i, 1080p HDMI Auto, 480i/576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1035i, 1 and 2 1080i, 1080p CSC HDMI Auto, RGB, YPBPR 4:4:4, YPBPR 4:2:2, 1 and 2 YCBCR 4:4:4, YCBCR 4:2:2, Notes: CSC (C...
Page 28 - Auto Power Off
28 Menu Position - There are nine different positions On- Screen to display the menus. Status Info. - Displays On-Screen information about the status of the video input signal and when other operational modes are selected. This occurs when the INFO push-button or other push-buttons are pressed on th...
Page 29 - button on the MDLP1 Control Panel; Reset of Microprocessors; Lamp Life 5 Hours
29 How to Operate the MDLP1, con’t Normal, Zoom, V-stretch and Through) set to ON a 12VDC output will appear at the Trigger 2 Output Jack; when set to OFF, 0V appears at Trigger 2 Output Jack. Remote Control - Selection includes the two built in sen- sors along with any external sensor(s) connected ...
Page 30 - Note: Refer to the rear panel of the MDLP1 for the correct
30 Specifications Optical Specifications Digital Micromirror Device 0.95 inch (16:9) 1920 x 1080 pixels Lamp Super High Pressure 200W DC Lens f: 30.7 – 44.5mm (medium throw lens) f: 44.5 – 66.75mm (long throw lens) F: F3.0/F6.0 Projected Image Size 70 to 250 inches (medium throw lens, 1.77:1 aspect ...
Page 31 - CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the Projec-; Packing Instructions
31 Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown on this page, with the protective cover installed on the projector lens. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and in...
