Hughes JVC Projector G1500m Unstructions Manual

							G1500M
INSTRUCTIONS
 DIGITAL GRAPHICS PROJECTOR
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  DIGITAL
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Thank you for purchasing this projector. Before using it, read and follow all instructions carefully to take full
advantage of the projectors capabilities.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING :
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION :
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A. only)
CAUTION: Changes or modification not approved by
Hughes-JVC Technology Coporation could void the
users authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in  a commercial environment.  This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.  Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the  interference at his own
expense.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions.  This
unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure
your personal safety.  But IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT
IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE
HAZARD.  In order not to defeat the safeguards
incorporated into this product, observe the following basic
rules for its installation, use and service.  Please read these
ÒImportant SafeguardsÓ carefully before use.
Ð All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
Ð The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
Ð All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
Ð All operating instructions should be followed.
Ð Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.  Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
Ð Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.
Ð Do not use this product near water.  Do not use
immediately after moving from a low temperature to high
temperature, as this causes condensation, which may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Ð Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or
table.  The product may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the product.  The
product should be mounted according to the
manufacturerÕs instructions, and should use a mount
recommended by the manufacturer.
Ð When the product is used on a cart, care
should be taken to avoid quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
which may cause the product and cart to
overturn, damaging equipment or causing
possible injury to the operator.
Ð Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation.  These ensure reliable operation of the
product and protect it from overheating.  These openings
must not be blocked or covered.  (The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface.  It should not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided and the manufacturerÕs
instructions have been adhered to.)
For proper ventilation, separate the product from other
equipment, which may prevent ventilation and keep
distance more than 50 cm (19-3/4Ó).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This projector is equipped with a 3-blade grounding-type
plug to satisfy FCC rule. If you are unable to insert the
plug into the outlet, contact your electrician.
About burning-in of the D-ILA device
Do not allow the same still picture to be projected for a long
time or an abnormally bright video picture to be projected.
Do not project video images with high-intensity or high-
contrast on a screen. The video image could be burned in to
the D-ILA device.
Use special care when projecting video games or computer
program images. There is no problem with ordinary video-
cassette playback images.
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Ð This product should be operated only with the type of
power source indicated on the label.  If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company.
Ð This product is equipped with a three-wire plug.  This
plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet.  If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to install the proper outlet.  Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounded plug.
Ð Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them.  Pay particular attention to cords
at doors, plugs, receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the product.
Ð For added protection of this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the cable system.  This will prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power line surges.
Ð Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
convenience receptacles on other equipment as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Ð Never push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric
shock.  Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Ð Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages and other hazards.  Refer all service to qualified
service personnel.
Ð Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer service
to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen on
the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions.  Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the Operation Manual, as an
improper adjustment of controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal operation.
e)  If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way.
f ) When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance Ð this indicates a need for service.
Ð When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or with same characteristics as the original
part.  Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
Ð Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.Ð The product should be placed more than one foot away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, and other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Ð When connecting other products such as VCRÕs, and
personal computers, you should turn off the power of
this product for protection against electric shock.
Ð Do not place combustibles behind the cooling fan.  For
example, cloth, paper, matches, aerosol cans or gas
lighters that present special hazards when over heated.
Ð Do not look into the projection lens while the illumination
lamp is turned on. Exposure of your eyes to the strong
light can result in impaired eyesight.
Ð Do not look into the inside of this unit through vents
(ventilation holes), etc. Do not look at the illumination
lamp directly by opening the cabinet while the illumination
lamp is turned on. The illumination lamp also contains
ultraviolet rays and the light is so powerful that your
eyesight can be impaired.
Ð Xenon gas is enclosed with high pressure inside the light-
source lamp (lamp unit) of this projector. If you drop or
impart a shock to the lamp, or discard it as is, there is
the possibility of explosion, leading to personal injury.
Use special care when handling the lamp. For any
unclear points, consult your product dealer.
Ð Use only the accessory cord designed for this product to
prevent shock.
The power supply voltage rating of this product is AC
120 V, the power cord attached conforms to the
following power supply voltage.  Use only the power
cord designated by our dealer to ensure Safety and
EMC.
When it is used by other power supply voltage, power
cable must be changed.
Consult your product dealer.
Power cord
Power supply voltage:  AC 120 V
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Cont.)
* DO NOT allow any unqualified person to
install the unit.
Be sure to ask your dealer to install the unit
(eg. attaching it to the ceilling) since special technical
knowledge and skills are required for installation.
If installation is performed by an unqualified person, it
may cause personal injury or electrical shock.
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Contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................... 2
Accessories ............................................... 5
Controls and Features .............................. 6
Front Side / Top Surface / Right Side .................... 6
Left-hand side ....................................................... 7
Bottom Surface ..................................................... 8
Control Panel ........................................................ 9
Connector Panel ................................................. 11
Remote Control Unit ........................................... 13
Installing Batteries ............................................... 14
Installing the Projector ........................... 15
Precautions for installation .................................. 15
Projection Distance and Screen Size .................. 16
Setting the Amount of Lens Shifting .................... 17
Effective Range and Distance of the Remote
Control unit ..................................................... 18
Setting the Position Selecting Screw
for Ceiling Mounting ....................................... 18
Connecting to Various Devices ............. 19
Signals that Can Be Input to the Projector .......... 19
Connecting to Video Devices .............................. 20
Connecting to Hi-Vision Devices ......................... 20
Connecting to Other Devices .............................. 21
Connecting to Devices which Control the
Projector ......................................................... 21
Connecting to Computer Devices ....................... 22
Connecting the Power Cord (Supplied) ............... 24
When Turning On the Devices Connected to the
Projector ......................................................... 25
Basic Operations ..................................... 26
1. Turning on the Power ....................................... 26
2. Select the video input to be projected ............. 27
3. Fine-adjust the screen size ............................. 27
4. Adjust focus ..................................................... 28
5. Adjust sound volume ....................................... 28
¥ For Operating Other Functions ......................... 29
Operating the Setting Menu ................... 31
Making Basic Settings ......................................... 31
Operating the Main Menu ....................... 32
Configuration of the Main Menu .......................... 32
Operating the Main Menu (Basic Operation of the
Main Menu) .................................................... 34
Changing the Color System ................................ 35
Changing the Language Display ......................... 36
Adjusting the Pixel Clock ..................................... 37
Adjusting the Screen Position ............................. 38
Adjusting Picture Quality ..................................... 39
Adjusting Sound Quality ...................................... 42
Setting and Adjusting Other Functions
(OPTIONS) .................................................... 43
Changing (Setting) the Source ............................ 46
Replacing the Light-Source Lamp ......... 48
Resetting the Lamp Use Time ............................. 50
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter ......... 51
Troubleshooting ...................................... 52
Specifications .......................................... 54
* This manual is divided into two language sections:
English and French.
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Remote control unit (RM-M100U) AAA/R03-size dry cell battery (´2)
(for checking operation)Power code
[approx. 2.5 m (8.2 ft)]
Personal computer connection cable
[approx. 2 m (6.56 ft)]
(D-sub, 3-row 15 pin)
Conversion adapter for Mac
(for Macintosh)Audio cable
[approx. 3 m (9.84 ft)]
(3.5 mm dia. stereo mini plug) AV connection cable
[approx. 1.5 m (4.92 ft)]
BNC-RCA conversion plug
Accessories
The following accessories are included with this projector. Check for them; if any item is missing, please contact your
dealer.
Hex wrench
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Front Side / Top Surface / Right Side
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1Control panel
For details, refer to ÒControl PanelÓ (page 9).
2Exhaust vents
Vents for cooling fans through which warm air comes out.
CAUTION
¥ Do not block the exhaust vents, or heat builds up inside,
possibly causing a fire. Also, do not touch the vents, or this
could cause a low-temperature burn.
3Carrying handle
Raise this handle when carrying the projector.
Carrying handle
How to use the carrying handle
CAUTIONS
¥ When carrying the projector, do not give a shock to it. Be
careful to keep its balance.
¥ Do not carry it while the light source lamp is on or the cooling
fan is operating. This could cause personal injury.
4Adjustable foot (for adjusting upper/lower angles)
It is adjusted to be level when shipped from the factory.
Turning to extend the foot allows adjustment up to + 7¡.
5Built-in speaker (left)
6Built-in speaker (right)
7Lens
The projection lens used in this projector is a 1.5 : 1, short
focal-distance lens (with a manual shift function). Before
projection, remove the lens cap.
8Lens cap
The cap has a string attached and the string is fixed to the
projector when shipped from the factory. It is recommended
that the cap be fitted on to prevent the lens becoming dirty
when the projector is not used.
9Remote sensor
When operating with the remote control, aim it toward this
sensor. You can also operate the remote control by pointing
it to a screen and allowing the remote sensor to receive
the reflected light.
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Controls and Features (cont.)
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pAC IN (power input) terminal
This is the power input terminal where the supplied power
cord is connected. For details, refer to page 24.
qMAIN POWER switch
This is the main power switch. When it is turned on, the
projector goes into stand-by state, and the STAND BY
indicator on the control panel comes on.
ON [ y ]:The main power turns on.
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wConnector panel
For details, refer to ÒConnector PanelÓ on page 11.
eAdjustable foot (for horizontal angle adjustment)
It is set at the shortest position when shipped from the
factory. Turn the foot to make the projector level. Adjustment
can be made in the range of + 1.5¡ and Ð 1.5¡ from the
horizontal position.
Extend   Shorten +1.5¡
Ð1.5¡
rLENS SHIFT knob / SHIFT LOCK fixing bolt
The projection screen can be shifted up and down in
position. Use this adjustment when you use a different
installation configuration (such as dual stacking) which
requires the lens to be shifted. The amount of lens shift
can range from approx. 30% to 55%. For more information,
refer to ÒSetting the Amount of Lens ShiftingÓ on page 17.
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Controls and Features (cont.)
Bottom Surface
tAir intake area (filter)
Air is taken in through this area to cool the light-source
lamp. If this area is blocked or if something that obstructs
taking in or exhausting air is placed around the projector,
heat may build up inside and could cause a fire. For details,
refer to ÒPrecautions for InstallationÓ on page 15.
CAUTIONS
¥ Be careful as paper, cloth or soft cushion could be drawn in
if placed nearby. Do not block the intake area, or heat may
build up and could cause a fire.
¥ Clean the filter periodically. For details, refer to ÒCleaning and
Replacing the FilterÓ on page 51.
Deposition of dirt on the filter works to reduce the cooling
effect, causing heat to build up inside, which could cause a
fire or malfunction.
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For replacing the light-source lamp, refer to ÒReplacing the
Light-Source LampÓ on page 48.
uFixing foot
iPosition selecting screw for ceiling mounting
When using the projector in an upside-down, ceiling-
mounted position (inverted top-to-bottom and right-to-left),
the Òposition selecting screw for ceiling mountingÓ must be
turned to switch to ceiling mounting.
This will correct variance in color images (shading), which
otherwise would occur in ceiling mounting.
For more information, refer to Òposition selecting screw for
ceiling mountingÓ on page 18.
CAUTIONS
¥ To ceiling-mount and adjust the projector, special expertise
and technique are necessary. Be sure to ask your dealer or
a specialist to perform this work.
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