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Page 2 - English; Usage Notice; Safety Information; Class B emissions limits

2 English Usage Notice Safety Information The lightning fl ash with arrow head within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suffi cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to...

Page 3 - Precautions; Please follow all warnings, precautions and

3 English Usage Notice  When the lamp reaches the end of its life, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under “Replacing the Lamp” section on pages 53-54. Precautions Please follow all warnings, precautions an...

Page 5 - Eye Safety Warnings; Product Features

5 English Usage Notice Eye Safety Warnings ▀ ■ Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at all times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible. ▀ ■ When projector is used in a classroom, adequately supervise students when they are asked to point out something on the screen. ▀ ■ In...

Page 6 - Introduction; Package Overview; Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure

6 English Introduction  Due to different applications in each Country, some regions may have different accessories. Power Cord .8 m IR Remote Control Package Overview Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all parts listed below are in the box. If something is missing, please contact your ne...

Page 7 - Product Overview; Connections

7 English Introduction Product Overview . Control Panel 2. Zoom Ring 3. Focus Ring 4. Zoom Lens 5. IR Receivers 6. Tilt-Adjustment Feet 7. Security Bar 8. Input / Output Connections 9. Power Socket VGA1-IN / YPbPr / VGA2-IN / SCART / YPbPr VGA-OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO-OUT VGA 1 AUDIO1-IN RS232 USB VG...

Page 8 - Control Panel; Keystone Correction

8 English Introduction Control Panel POWER ? 8 6 2 4 5 3 7 0 9 . Help 2. Menu 3. Source 4. Enter 5. Re-Sync 6. Power 7. Keystone Correction 8. Four Directional Select Keys 9. On/Standby LED 0. Lamp Fail LED . Temp LED 2. IR Receiver 2

Page 9 - Input / Output Connections; . RJ45 Networking Connector

9 English Introduction Input / Output Connections . RJ45 Networking Connector 2. USB Connector (Connect to PC for Remote Mouse function)3. HDMI Connector 4. VGA-In/YPbPr/” ” Connector (PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/YPbPr/ Wireless Dongle) 5. VGA-Out Connector (Monitor Loop-through Outp...

Page 10 - Lock Port; The item below is only present on specifi c models.; V Trigger Relay Connector

0 English Introduction VGA1-IN / YPbPr / VGA2-IN / SCART / YPbPr VGA-OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO-OUT VGA 1 AUDIO1-IN RS232 USB VGA 2 AUDIO2-IN HDMI RJ45 S-VIDEO/VIDEO AUDIO3-IN 12V OUT 5 9 8 7 6 4 2 0 3 4 5 7 3 6 2 . Audio 3 Input connector (3.5mm mini jack) (for S-video / Video) 2. Audio 2 Input connec...

Page 11 - Remote Control; Mouse Right Click

English Introduction Remote Control . LED Indicator 2. Power On/Off 3. Page Up 4. Mouse Right Click 5. Four Directional Select Keys 6. Re-Sync 7. Page Down 8. Volume +/- 9. Zoom 0. AV mute . Video 2. VGA 3. Freeze 4. S-Video 5. HDMI 6. Brightness 7. Menu 8. Keystone +/- 9. Source 20. Enter/Help 2. M...

Page 12 - Installation; Connecting the Projector; Connect to Computer/Notebook

2 English Installation Connecting the Projector Connect to Computer/Notebook ....................................................................................................Power Cord 2..................................................................................................... VGA Cable...

Page 13 - Connect to Video Sources

3 English Installation VGA1-IN / YPbPr / VGA2-IN / SCART / YPbPr VGA-OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO-OUT VGA 1 AUDIO1-IN RS232 USB VGA 2 AUDIO2-IN HDMI RJ45 S-VIDEO/VIDEO AUDIO3-IN 12V OUT E62405SP R Connect to Video Sources ......................................................................................

Page 14 - Powering On/Off the Projector; Powering On the Projector; The fi rst time you use the projector, you will be asked to

4 English Installation Powering On/Off the Projector  Turn on the projector fi rst and then select the signal sources. Powering On the Projector . Remove the lens cap.  2. Securely connect the power cord and signal cable. When connected, the ON/STANDBY LED will turn Amber. 3. Turn on the lamp by p...

Page 15 - Warning Indicator; indicator flashes amber. This indicates the projector has; Powering Off the Projector; ” button again to confirm otherwise the

5 English Installation  Contact the nearest service center if the projector displays these symptoms. See pages 6-62 for more information. Warning Indicator When the warning indicators (see below) come on, the projector will automatically shutdown:  “LAMP” LED indicator is lit red and if “On/Standb...

Page 16 - Adjusting the Projected Image; Adjusting the Projector’s Height; The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting; . Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the

6 English Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector’s Height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. . Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the underside of the projector. 2. Rotate the adjustable rings clockwise/anticlockwise...

Page 17 - Adjusting the Projector’s Zoom / Focus; You may turn the zoom lever to zoom in or out. To focus the; Focus Ring; Adjusting Projection Image Size

7 English Installation Adjusting the Projector’s Zoom / Focus You may turn the zoom lever to zoom in or out. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.  .2x Zoom series will focus at distances from 4.92 to 32.8 feet (.50 to 0.00 meters). POW ER ? Focus Ring Zoom Ring Adjust...

Page 18 - User Controls; Control Panel & Remote Control; Using the Control Panel

8 English User Controls Control Panel Control Panel & Remote Control Using the Control Panel Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 4-5. RE-SYNC Automatically synchronize the projector to the input source. Enter Confi rm your item selection. SOURCE Press “SOURCE” to sel...

Page 19 - Using the Remote Control

9 English User Controls Remote Control Using the Remote Control Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 4-5. Laser Press to use laser pointer. L Button Mouse left click. R Button Mouse right click. Page + Use this button to page up. Page - Use this button to page down. Enter...

Page 20 - HDMI

20 English User Controls Remote Control Using the Remote Control HDMI Press “HDMI” to choose HDMI source. Freeze Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image. Press this button again to unlock. AV mute Momentarily turns off/on the audio and video. S-Video Press “ S-Video ” to choose S-Video source. VGA ...

Page 21 - Using the HELP button; The HELP function ensures easy setup and operation.

2 English User Controls Using the HELP button The HELP function ensures easy setup and operation.  Press the “?” button on the control panel to open the Help Menu. POW ER ? POWER ?

Page 22 - Help menu button functions only when no input source

22 English User Controls  Help menu button functions only when no input source is detected.  If input source is detected and help button is pressed, the following pages will appear to help diagnose any problems.  Please refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 48-5 for more details. .

Page 24 - The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus that; How to operate; On-screen Display Menus

24 English User Controls The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source. How to operate . To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or Projector Keypad...

Page 25 - Menu Tree

25 English User Controls Menu Tree * ##  ( # ) “Saturation” and “Tint” are only supported in Video mode.  ( * ) “Signal” is only supported in Analog VGA (RGB) signal.  The item below is only present on specific models.( ☆ ) “Closed Captioning”

Page 27 - IMAGE; Display Mode

27 English User Controls IMAGE Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.  Presentation: Good color and brightness from PC input.  Bright: Maximum brightness from PC input.  Movie: For home theater.  sRGB: Standardised accurate color.  Blackboard: This mo...

Page 28 - Contrast

28 English User Controls IMAGE Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture.  Press the to decrease the contrast.  Press the to increase the contrast. Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the image.  Press the to decrease the sharpness...

Page 29 - Degamma; BrilliantColorTM

29 English User Controls IMAGE | Advanced Degamma This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been fine-tuned to bring out the best image quality for the input.  Film: for home theater.  Video: for video or TV source.  Graphics: for image source.  PC: for PC or computer source. BrilliantC...

Page 30 - Color Setting; Color; Reset; Input Source

30 English User Controls Advanced | Color Setting Color Use these settings for advanced adjustment of the individual Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow Colors. Reset Choose “Yes” to return the factory default settings for color adjustments. Advanced | Input Source Input Source Use this optio...

Page 31 - DISPLAY; Format

3 English User Controls DISPLAY Format Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.  4:3: This format is for 4×3 input sources.  6:9-I: This format is for 6×9 input sources, like HDTV and DVD enhanced for Wide screen TV. (576i/p)  6:9-II: This format is for 6×9 input sources, like HDTV ...

Page 33 - Overscan

33 English User Controls Overscan Overscan function removes the noise in a video image. Overscan the image to remove video encoding noise on the edge of video source. Zoom  Press the to reduce the size of an image.  Press the to magnify an image on the projection screen. H Image Shift Shift the pr...

Page 34 - Language

34 English User Controls Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Press or into the sub menu and then use the or key to select your preferred language. Press “Enter” to fi nalize the selection. SETUP | Language

Page 35 - SETUP; Projection

35 English User Controls SETUP Projection  Front-Desktop This is the default selection. The image is projected straight on the screen.  Rear-Desktop When selected, the image will appear reversed.  Front-Ceiling When selected, the image will turn upside down.  Rear-Ceiling When selected, the imag...

Page 36 - Menu Location

36 English User Controls SETUP Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen. Projector ID ID defi nition can be set up by menu (range 0~99), and allow user control an individual projector by RS232. Refer to page 58 for the complete list of RS232 commands. Mute  Choose the “On” to tu...

Page 37 - Phase

37 English User Controls SETUP | Signal Phase Synchronize the signal timing of the display with the graphic card. If the image appears to be unstable or fl ickers, use this function to correct it. Frequency Change the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer’s graphic card. Use...

Page 38 - Security; Security Timer

38 English User Controls SETUP | Security Security  On: Choose “On” to use security verification when the turning on the projector.  Off: Choose “Off” to be able to switch on the projector without password verification. Security Timer Can be select the time (Month/Day/Hour) function to set the num...

Page 39 - Change Password

39 English User Controls SETUP | Security  Pass-code default value is “234” (first time). Change Password  First time:. Press “ ” to set the password.2. The password has to be 4 digits. 3. Use number button on the remote to enter your new password and then press “ ” key to confirm your password. ...

Page 40 - Wireless

40 English User Controls SETUP RS232  RS232: Allow RS232 control of an individual projector. (Default setting)  Network: Allow projector control via web browser (Internet Explorer) using the network. Wireless Choose the “On” to turn on the Wireless.  “Wireless” is only functional with VGA connect...

Page 41 - Logo

4 English User Controls SETUP | Advanced Logo Use this function to set the desired startup screen. If changes are made they will take effect the next time the projector is powered on.  OPTOMA: The default startup screen.  User: Use memorize picture from “Logo Capture” function. Logo Capture Press ...

Page 43 - How to use web browser to control your projector

43 English User Controls . Turn on DHCP to allow the DHCP server to automatically assign an IP, or manually enter the required network information. 2. Then choose apply and press “ ” button to complete the confi guration process. 3. Open your web browser and type in from the OSD LAN screen then the ...

Page 45 - OPTIONS

45 English User Controls Source Lock  On: The projector will only search current input connection.  Off: The projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. High Altitude When “On” is selected, the fans will spin faster. This feature is useful in high altitude areas wh...

Page 46 - Advanced; Direct Power On

46 English User Controls OPTIONS | Advanced Direct Power On Choose “On” to activate Direct Power mode. The projector will automatically power on when AC power is supplied, without pressing the “ ” key on the projector control panel or on the remote control. Auto Power Off (min) Sets the countdown ti...

Page 47 - Lamp Settings; Lamp Hours

47 English User Controls OPTIONS | Lamp Settings Lamp Hours Display the projection time. Lamp Reminder Choose this function to show or to hide the warning message when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will appear 30 hours before suggested replacement of lamp. Brightness Mode  STD...

Page 48 - Appendices; No image appears on-screen; Troubleshooting; If you experience a problem with your projector,

48 English Appendices No image appears on-screen  Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and securely connected as described in the “Installation” section.  Ensure all the pins of connectors are not bent or broken.  Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Plea...

Page 49 - The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook computer is not

49 English Appendices 7. Click on “Show all devices”. Next, select “Standard monitor types” under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need under the “Models” box. 8. Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is lower than or equal to UXGA (600 × 200).  If you are using a Note...

Page 50 - Image is out of focus; The image is stretched when displaying 6:9 DVD title

50 English Appendices Image is out of focus  Make sure the lens cap is removed.  Adjust the Focus Ring on the projector lens.  Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance. See page 7. The image is stretched when displaying 6:9 DVD title  When you play anamorphic DVD or 6:9 D...

Page 51 - The projector stops responding to all controls; Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound; LED lighting message

5 English Appendices The projector stops responding to all controls  If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 60 seconds before reconnecting power.  Check that “Keypad Lock” is not activated by trying to control the projector with the remote control. Lamp b...

Page 52 - On Screen Messages; If the remote control does not work

52 English Appendices On Screen Messages  Temperature warning:  Fan failed:  Lamp warming:  Out of display range: Remote Control If the remote control does not work  Check the operating angle of the remote control is within ±5° both horizontally and vertically of one of the IR receivers on the ...

Page 53 - Replacing the lamp

53 English Appendices Replacing the lamp The projector automatically detects the lamp life. When the lamp life is nearing the end of use, you will receive a warning message. When you see this message, please contact your local reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon as possible. Make s...

Page 54 - Lamp Replacement Procedure:

54 English Appendices Lamp Replacement Procedure: . Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the “ ” button. 2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least 30 minutes.3. Disconnect the power cord.4. Unscrew the two screws on the cover. 5. Lift up and remove the cover. 26. Unscrew the two ...

Page 55 - Compatibility Modes; Computer Compatibility

55 English Appendices Compatibility Modes Mode Resolution V-Sync (Hz) H-Sync (KHz) Anglog Digital Anglog Digital VGA 640 × 350 70 70 3.50 3.50 VGA 640 × 350 85 85 37.90 37.90 VGA 640 × 400 85 85 37.90 37.90 VGA 640 × 480 60 60 3.50 3.50 VGA 640 × 480 72 72 37.90 37.90 VGA 640 × 480 75 75 37.50 37.50...

Page 56 - Video Compatibility

56 English Appendices  Video Compatibility  Computer Compatibility Mode Resolution V-Sync (Hz) H-Sync (KHz) MAC LC 3” 640 × 480 66.66 34.98 MAC II 3” 640 × 480 66.68 35.00 MAC 6” 832 × 624 74.55 49.73 MAC 9” 024 × 768 75 60.24 MAC 52 × 870 75.06 68.68 MAC G4 640 × 480 60 3.35 i MAC DV 024 × 768 75...

Page 57 - RS232 Pin Assignments; RS232 Commands and Protocol

57 English Appendices RS232 Pin Assignments Pin no. Spec. (from projector side) N/A 2 RXD 3 TXD 4 N/A 5 GND 6 N/A 7 N/A 8 N/A 9 N/A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List

Page 58 - RS232 Protocol Function List

58 English Appendices RS232 Protocol Function List Optoma EX615/EX542 RS232 Command Table ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Page 61 - Ceiling Mount Installation

6 English Appendices  Please note that damage resulting from incorrect installation will invalidate the warranty. Ceiling Mount Installation . To prevent damage to your projector, please use the Optoma ceiling mount. 2. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please ensure the screws us...

Page 62 - Optoma Global Offices; For service or support please contact your local office.

62 English Appendices Optoma Global Offices For service or support please contact your local office. USA 75 Sycamore Drive Tel : 408-383-3700 Milpitas, CA 95035, USA Fax: 408-383-3702 www.optomausa.com Service : [email protected] Canada 5630 Kennedy Road, Mississauga, Tel : 905-36-2582 ON, L4Z 2A9...

Page 63 - Korea; Taiwan; China

63 English Appendices Korea WOOMI TECH.CO.,LTD. 4F,Minu Bldg.33-4, Kangnam-Ku, Tel : +82+2+34430004 seoul,35-85, KOREA Fax: +82+2+34430005 Japan 東京都足立区綾瀬 3-25-8 株式会社オーエスエム E-mail : [email protected] サポートセンター : 020-46-5040 www.os-worldwide.com Taiwan 5F., No. 08, Minchiuan Rd. Tel : +886-2-228-2360 S...

Page 64 - Regulation & Safety notices; This appendix lists the general notices of your projector.; FCC notice; frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance; Notice: Shielded cables; Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

64 English Appendices Regulation & Safety notices This appendix lists the general notices of your projector. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 5 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonabl...

Page 65 - Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la; Disposal instructions; Do not throw this electronic device into the

65 English Appendices Operation conditions This device complies with Part 5 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: . This device may not cause harmful interference and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesir...

OPTOMA EX542 - Manual

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