Page 2 - WARNING; : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC; CAUTION
EN-2 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu-lated "dangerous voltage" within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The exclamation point wit...
Page 4 - Contents
EN-4 Contents Important safeguards ............................................................................................................................. 5Projector exterior view .....................................................................................................................
Page 5 - Important safeguards
EN-5 ENGLISH Important safeguards Please read all these instructions regarding your projector and retain them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector. 1. Read instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is oper...
Page 7 - Projector exterior view; Kensington Lock
EN-7 ENGLISH Projector exterior view 1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 8 for details.) 2. Lamp cover 3. Vent (heated air exhaust) 4. Quick-release button 5. Focus ring and Zoom ring 6. Front IR remote sensor 7. Projection lens 8. Vent (air intake) Do not replace the lamp imm...
Page 8 - Controls and functions; Projector
EN-8 Controls and functions Projector 1. Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. See "Fine- tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for details. 2. Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the image. See "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for details. 3. POWE...
Page 9 - Remote control
EN-9 ENGLISH Remote control 1. POWER (ON/STANDBY) Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Starting up the projector" on page 21 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 33 for details. 2. FREEZE Freezes the projected image. See "Freezing the image" on page 32...
Page 10 - Using the remote control for the first time; Remote control effective range; Replacing the remote control battery
EN-10 Using the remote control for the first time Pull the tab before using the remote control. Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's...
Page 11 - Positioning your projector; Choosing a location
EN-11 ENGLISH Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance betwee...
Page 12 - Obtaining a preferred projected image size; When fine streaks are seen on projected images
EN-12 Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting (if available), and the video format each factors in the projected image size. 4:3 is the native aspect ratio of EX321U/EX241U. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) asp...
Page 13 - How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance
EN-13 ENGLISH How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size 1. Determine the aspect ratio of your screen, 16:9 or 4:3. If you have a 4:3 screen, refer to the table labeled "(Standard)" . If you have a 16:9 screen, refer to the table labeled "(16:9)" . 2. Sele...
Page 14 - Layout of the projector; Front projection
EN-14 Layout of the projector Image size varies depending on the distance between the screen and the projector. Front projection (Standard) EX321U (4:3) EX241U (4:3) Image size Distance from the screen: L Hd Diagonal Size Width: W Height: H Shortest (Wide) Longest (Tele) inch cm inch cm inch cm inch...
Page 16 - Connection; Connecting a computer or monitor; Connecting a computer; To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:; AUDIO IN
EN-16 Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • See the owner’s guide of each device for details about its connections...
Page 17 - Connecting a monitor; MONITOR; To connect the projector to a monitor:; MONITOR OUT; Connecting Video source devices
EN-17 ENGLISH Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector to an external monitor following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a monitor: 1. Connect the ...
Page 18 - Connecting an HDMI device; To connect the projector to an HDMI device:; HDMI; Connecting a Component Video source device; To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:
EN-18 Connecting an HDMI device You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices. To connect the projector to an HDMI device: 1. Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output port of the video device. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the ...
Page 19 - Connecting an S-Video source device; To connect the projector to an S-Video source device:; AUDIO OUT
EN-19 ENGLISH The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also chec...
Page 20 - Connecting a composite Video source device; To connect the projector to a composite Video source device:; VIDEO
EN-20 Connecting a composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To ...
Page 21 - Operation; Starting up the projector; POWER indicator light; No Signal
EN-21 Operation Starting up the projector 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. • Ask your installation specialist to provide a...
Page 22 - Using the menus; Language
EN-22 Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Below is an example about how to set the OSD language. 1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control to turn the OSD menu on....
Page 23 - Utilizing the password function; Setting a password; If you forget the password; Entering the password recall procedure
EN-23 ENGLISH Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "U...
Page 24 - Disabling the password function; Switching input signal; Changing Color Space
EN-24 Password: __ __ __ __ __ __Keep this number in a safe place. 5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password. 6. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started. 7. To leave the OSD menu, press ME...
Page 25 - Adjusting the projected image; Adjusting the projection angle; Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
EN-25 ENGLISH Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: 1. Press the quick-release button and lift the fron...
Page 26 - Correcting keystone; Magnifying and searching for details
EN-26 Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct i...
Page 27 - Selecting the aspect ratio; DISPLAY; About the aspect ratio; Auto
EN-27 ENGLISH Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector...
Page 28 - Optimizing the image; Selecting a picture mode; Picture modes for different types of signals
EN-28 Optimizing the image Selecting a picture mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type. To select a operation mode that suits your need, you can follow one of the following steps. •...
Page 29 - Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes
EN-29 ENGLISH Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs. Adjusting Brightness Highlight Brightness in the...
Page 30 - D Color Management; Using Wall Screen
EN-30 3D Color Management In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow daylight into the room. Only in permanent installations with controlled li...
Page 31 - Setting the presentation timer; To cancel the timer, perform the following steps.
EN-31 ENGLISH Setting the presentation timer The presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: 1. Press TIMER SET UP on the remote control or go to the SYSTEM SETU...
Page 32 - Hiding the image; Locking control keys; Adjusting the sound; Muting the sound
EN-32 Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. Press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the image. The word ' BLANK ' appears at the lower right corner of the sc...
Page 33 - Standby Audio Out; Personalizing the projector menu display; Direct power off
EN-33 ENGLISH 1. Repeat steps 1-2 above. 2. Press to highlight Volume and press / to select a desired sound level. Standby Audio Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output an Audio input signal when it is in standby mode and Audio input and Audio out jack is correctly connected ...
Page 34 - Watching 3D Content
EN-34 3D Watching 3D Content You can enjoy 3D Content with this projector. In order to watch 3D Content, you need to have the following items: 1. Field-sequential 3D video contents 2. DLP Link active electronic shutter glasses (Field-sequential: The system which displays alternately the image for th...
Page 35 - Notes on danger to public health during watching 3D image
EN-35 ENGLISH • 3D image may not appear on the screen depending on the PC performance such as graphics board, memory, or CPU. • The signals in the below table can be displayed with viewing 3D Contents on the projector. If a different signal is fed, the projector shows no 3D contents even with the 3D...
Page 36 - Supervising and controlling by computer; Configuring the LAN Control Settings; If you are in a DHCP environment:
EN-36 Supervising and controlling by computer With a proper LAN cable connection and LAN Control settings, you can operate the projector from a computer using a web browser or PJLink™ application (EX321U only) when the computer and the projector are connected to the same local area network. This pro...
Page 37 - Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser; LAN Control Settings
EN-37 ENGLISH Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser (e-Control™) Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby state, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector. When using this function, ...
Page 38 - Exit; Controlling the projector using PJLinkTM application (EX321U
EN-38 iv. Once set, access to the remote network operation page on this projector has been password-protected. To enable this function, check the box in front of "Enable" and type in your desired password in the New Password column and confirm the new password by re-entering the new password...
Page 39 - About PJLinkTM; PJLink; Commend
EN-39 ENGLISH About PJLink™ • To use PJLink™ function, the PJLink™ application software is required. • For the specifications of PJLink™, access to the Web site of Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association (JBMIA). (http://pjlink.jbmia.or.jp/english) • This projector is fu...
Page 40 - How to Use Network Function; Control By; SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced; Glossary
EN-40 • The PJLink "INPT?" will be replied only when the source is displayed on screen. When there is no signal, only "Unavailable Time!" will be answered. • The above-mentioned control may not be performed correctly or the monitoring data may not be obtained correctly in the followi...
Page 41 - Menu operation; Menu system; Main menu
EN-41 ENGLISH Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Options 1. DISPLAY Wall Screen Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9 KeystonePositionPhaseH. SizeMagn...
Page 43 - Description of each menu; FUNCTION; menu
EN-43 ENGLISH Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Wall Screen Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See "Using Wall Screen" on page 30 for details. Aspect Ratio There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input...
Page 45 - SYS
EN-45 ENGLISH FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Presentation Timer Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 31 for details. Language Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the menus" on ...
Page 46 - Closed Caption; Reset All Settings
EN-46 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Security Settings Change password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one. Power on lock See "Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details. Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On w...
Page 47 - Maintenance; Care of the projector; Cleaning the lens; Cleaning the projector case; Storing the projector
EN-47 ENGLISH Maintenance Care of the projector Your projector needs maintenance from time to time, depending on the environmental circumstances, and should be done by authorized service technicians only. Contact your dealer for instructions. The only thing you can do yourselves on a regular basis i...
Page 48 - Lamp information; Getting to know the lamp hour; Extending lamp life; Setting Lamp mode as Low; Setting Auto Power Off
EN-48 Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: EX321U: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in ...
Page 49 - Timing of replacing the lamp; Status; Low
EN-49 ENGLISH Timing of replacing the lamp When the lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. The LAMP...
Page 50 - Replacing the lamp
EN-50 Replacing the lamp Spare lamp for EX321U: VLT-EX320LP Spare lamp for EX241U: VLT-EX240LP • Be sure to replace the lamp with a new lamp separately sold that is exclusive to this projector. Contact your dealer for purchase of the lamp. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the pr...
Page 53 - Indicators
EN-53 ENGLISH Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Off Off Stand-by mode Green Flashing Off Off Powering up Green Off Off Normal operation Orange Flashing Off Red • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal ...
Page 54 - Troubleshooting
EN-54 Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. No picture Blurred image Remote control does not work The password is incorrect The LAN function cannot be used Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cable. Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord i...
Page 55 - Specifications; Projector specifications
EN-55 ENGLISH Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name DLP™ Projector Model name EX321U EX241U Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.6 to 2.9, f = 16.8 to 21.8 mm F =...
Page 56 - Supported timing for PC input
EN-56 Dimensions 282 mm (W) x 92 mm (H) x 229 mm (D) (Not including protrusion) Timing chart Supported timing for PC input * The projector only supports the timing (720 x 400) with 5 lines (R, G, B, H, V). 282 233 110 50 68.3 Tolerance:±2mm 229 92 Resolution Mode Vertical Frequency (Hz) Horizontal F...
Page 58 - Replacement part
EN-58 Supported timing for Component-YP b P r input Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs What’s included in the box Replacement part Signal Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (...
Page 59 - MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION
Mitsubishi Projector Warranty, Sales Support and Service Information North America MEVSA (Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc.)Presentation Products Division9351 Jeronimo Road Irvine CA 92618, USAFor Warranty Registration, visit:http://www.mitsubishi-presentations.com under Customer Ca...
