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Picture problems
If the image is not displayed on the screen, but the HP startup screen 
is displayed: 
❏Press the source button on the projector or remote control.
❏Turn off or disable the notebook or desktop computer screen 
saver function.
❏For a computer connection, ensure your notebook computer’s 
external video port is turned on. See the video port card shipped 
with the projector. On some notebooks, for example, press the 
Fn + F4 function keys to turn on the external video port. 
❏Verify that the right input source is connected. Open the 
on-screen menu and select Input. Then set the correct input port 
where the equipment is connected.
❏Verify that auto search is enabled. Open the on-screen menu and 
select Input > Source auto-search.
If the wrong input source is displayed:
❏Press the source button on the projector or the remote control to 
select another active input source.
❏Verify that the right input source is connected. Open the 
on-screen menu and select Input. Then set the correct input 
source.
❏Verify that the projector is enabled for auto-searching. Open the 
on-screen menu and select Input > Source auto-search.
❏If the input source might turn off and on, open the on-screen 
menu and select Input. Set Source auto-search to Disabled and 
select the correct input source. 
						

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If the image is out of focus: 
❏Be sure the lens cap is removed.
❏While displaying the on-screen menu, adjust the focus ring. (The 
image size should not change; if it does, you are adjusting the 
zoom not the focus.)
❏Ensure the projection screen is 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) from the 
projector. 
❏For a computer connection, set the display resolution on the 
computer to 1024 x 768 pixels. 
❏Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
If an upside-down or reversed image is displayed: 
❏The projector has been set to the wrong position setting. Open the 
on-screen menu, select Setup > Projector position, and select 
the correct setting.
If the image is too small or too large:
❏Adjust the zoom ring on top of the projector.
❏Be sure the projector is 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) from the 
projection screen.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Aspect 
ratio. Set to Best Fit or Fill. For a wide-screen picture, try setting 
the aspect ratio to 16:9.
If the image has slanted edges:
❏As much as possible, reposition the projector so that it is centered 
on the screen and below the bottom or above the top of the screen.
❏The projector can automatically correct slanted sides of the 
picture when the projector is tilted up or down. However, 
additional corrections might be required in certain situations. 
Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Keystone 
correction. Adjust the horizontal and vertical settings as needed 
or enable or disable the auto keystone correction. 
						

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If a scrolling or cut-off image is displayed: 
❏Press the auto sync button on the projector or remote control.
❏If digital magnification is activated, press enter to cancel it. 
❏For a computer connection, turn everything off, then power on the 
projector first and power on the notebook or desktop computer 
second.
❏For a computer connection, if the above steps do not correct the 
display image, adjust the resolution of the notebook or desktop 
computer to 1024 x 768 pixels.
If the image is flickering or unstable: 
❏Press the auto sync button on the projector panel or remote 
control.
❏For a computer connection, set the display resolution to 
1024 x 768 pixels.
❏For a computer connection, open the on-screen menu, select 
Adjust picture > Advanced picture, and adjust the Frequency 
or Tracking.
If the image is stretched:
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Aspect 
ratio. Set to Best fit or Fill. For a wide-screen picture, set the 
aspect ratio to 16:9. Or set the aspect ratio to 1-to-1.
If the image disappears from the computer screen:
❏For a notebook computer, you might be able to turn on both the 
external VGA port and the built-in screen. See the computer 
manual or the projector’s video port guide.
If the projected colors seem slightly wrong:
❏If the theater video button on the projector is not lit, try pressing 
the theater video button on the projector or remote control.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Advanced 
picture. Adjust the advanced settings as needed. 
						

							
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❏Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Color 
space.  Change the selection.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select  Help > Diagnostics. Run 
color tests.
If the projected colors seem completely wrong:
❏For a YPbPr or RGB input device, be sure all the video 
connectors are correctly matched.
❏Be sure the pins on the cable connectors are not bent or broken.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select  Adjust picture > Color 
space.  Change the selection.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select  Help > Diagnostics. Run 
color tests.
❏Reset the picture settings to the  factory-default settings. See the 
following problem.
If the picture settings are completely wrong and you cannot fix them:
❏Reset the projection settings to th e factory-default settings. To do 
this, hold down the  down   + up   + right   buttons on the 
projector for 5 seconds. (This does not reset attachment module 
settings.)
If a DVI device causes an error message or garbage on the screen:
❏Certain high-definition digital sources incorporate 
High-bandwidth Digital-Content Protection (HDCP) content 
protection. Such content cannot be displayed by this projector. If 
the device has another output port, such as S-video, try 
connecting that port  to the projector.
If the projector stops responding to all controls:
❏If possible, turn off the projector , then unplug the power cord and 
wait at least 15 seconds before reconnecting power. 
						

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Sound problems
If no sound is coming out of the projector: 
❏Be sure you have an audio cable securely connected between the 
projector and the input device.
❏Be sure that the mute and volume settings are correct on the input 
device, such as a computer, DVD player, or camcorder.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Au di o. Check the following 
settings:
◆Mute is turned off.
◆Volume is correct.
Interruption problems
If the lamp indicator or temperature indicator turns on or blinks:
❏If the lamp indicator turns on, the lamp has failed. Install a new 
lamp.
❏If the lamp indicator blinks, the lamp is not able to light. Wait for 
the projector to cool, then try starting it again. If the indicator 
blinks again, install a new lamp.
❏If the temperature indicator turns on or blinks, the projector is too 
hot. See the following problem.
If the projector suddenly shuts down and the temperature light turns on:
❏If the temperature light is blinking, the fan is not working. Allow 
the projector to cool for several minutes.
❏If the temperature light is steady, the projector has overheated. 
Allow it to cool for several minutes.
❏If airflow is obstructed, remove the obstruction.
❏If possible, remove any sources of excess heat in the room.
❏If the condition occurs after restarting the projector, contact HP 
to have the projector serviced or repaired.  
						

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If the lamp shuts off during a presentation:
❏A minor power surge might cause the lamp to shut off. Wait a few 
minutes, then power on the projector.
❏The lamp module might have burned out. Replace the lamp 
module.
If the lamp burns out or makes a popping sound: 
❏When the lamp reaches its end of life, it might burn out and make 
a popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn back 
on until the lamp module has been replaced. 
❏If the lamp breaks, contact HP about repairs that might be 
required.
Remote control problems
If the remote control does not operate: 
❏If the indicator light on the front of the remote control blinks 
when you press buttons, the remote control is working properly. 
If the light does not blink, install two new AAA batteries in the 
remote control.
❏Be sure nothing is blocking the remote control receiver on the 
side of the projector. Move to within 9 m (30 ft) of the projector. 
If you are facing more toward the front or back of the projector, 
you might have to move as close as 2 m (6 ft).
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Help > Diagnostics. Run 
remote control test.
If only the mouse and page-up and page-down buttons do not work: 
❏Be sure you have a USB connection between the projector and the 
computer.
❏Open the on-screen menu and select Help > Diagnostics. Run 
remote control test and USB test. 
						

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Testing the Projector
The on-screen menu contains diagnostic tests you can use to verify the proper 
operation of the projector and the remote control.
To run the projector diagnostics
1. Open the on-screen menu and select Help > Diagnostics. 
2. Select a test to perform.  
						

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Reference
This chapter lists the specifications, safety information, and regulatory information for 
the projector. 
■“Specifications” on page 69
■“Safety Information” on page 75
■“Regulatory Information” on page 77
Specifications
Because HP continually improves its products, the following specifications are subject 
to change. For the latest specifications, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com.
Identifying the projector specifications
Resolution XGA
Te ch n o l o gy  D L P
Video connectors  M1-DA (digital and analog) input, optional M1-DA cables 
for VGA, DVI, component-video (3 RCA) and SCART
S-video input
Composite-video input (1 RCA)
Audio connectors  Mini-phone audio input
Optional  connectors Optional smart attachment module provides network, USB, 
and Compact Flash support 
						

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IR receivers On left and right sides of projector
Size  197 mm x 78 mm x 231 mm
(7.8 in. × 3.0 in. × 9.1 in.) 
Weight 1.7 kg (3.8 lb)
Lens  2.02 to 1.68 throw ratio (distance/width)
Optical zoom  1.2:1 
Digital zoom  Yes
Keystone Automatic correction: up to ±30° vertical
Manual correction: up to ±30° vertical, 
up to ±12° horizontal
Audio 2-W peak sound
Lamp  180-W P-VIP lamp, 1.1-mm arc
2000 hours (half life)
Lamp-saver mode reduces lamp power to 156 W, extends 
rated life to up to 3000 hours 
Replacement lamp: L1621A
Light engine  0.7 12° DDR DMD
XGA 
Color system  Two preset color modes are available:
Business graphics
Theater video
Remote control USB mouse with laser pointer
Mounting options Ceiling and tabletop, tripod mounting, front and rear 
projection
Security Kensington lock compatible
Power  100 to 240 V at 50 to 60 Hz 
Identifying the projector specifications (continued)