Knoll Systems Projector Hd102 User Manual

							 
           
HD102 
 
   HDTV 
  DLP Projector 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Users Manual v1.1 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
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FCC Warning Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with t he limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful  interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy  and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inte rference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular insta llation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which  can be determined by turning the equipment  off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 
 •  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circui t different from that to which the  receiver is connected.  • Consult the dealer or an experienc ed radio/TV technician for help.  
Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.   
Safety Certifications Ul, cUL, TUV, GOST  Other specific Country Approvals may appl y. Please see product certification label.  
Declaration of Conformity 
 Knoll Systems, 11791 Machrina Way #210, Richmond, BC V7A 4V3, Canada  We declare under our sole responsibility that  this projector conform to the following directives and norms:  EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 2000  April 2004  
Trademarks Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM is a trademark 
or registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Microso ft, PowerPoint™, and Windows are trademarks 
or registered trademarks of Microsoft  Corporation. Adobe and Acrobat are tradem arks or registered trademarks of Adobe 
Systems Incorporated. Digital Light Processing is a trademar k or registered trademark of Texas Instruments. Faroudja, 
DCDi, and TrueLife are trademarks or regist ered trademarks of Faroudja. Knoll and Knöll are trademarks of Pacific Sound 
& Signal Inc. 
 WARNING : This product contains chemicals, in cluding lead, known to the State of Ca lifornia to cause birth defects or 
other reproductive harm.  Wash hands after handling . 
 WARNING: This product has a lamp, which contains a very small am ount of mercury. Dispose of it as required by local, 
state, or federal ordinances and regul ations. For more information, see www.eiae.org. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
 
Safety Warnings 2 
Introduction  5 
Positioning the projector  6 
Projector and Device Connector Guide  6 
Computer connections   6 
Video connections   7 
Connecting a computer source  8 
Required computer connections  8 
Optional computer connections   8 
Displaying a computer source image  9 
Adjusting the image   9 
Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time   10 
Connecting a video device  11 
Video device connections   11 
RCA composite video connection  12 
S-video connection   12 
RCA component connection  12 
DVI connection   12 
Displaying video   13 
Adjusting the image  13 
Shutting down the projector   14 
Troubleshooting your setup  14 
Using the remote control  19 
Using the audio   19 
Using the keypad buttons   19 
Optimizing computer images  20 
Optimizing video images   20 
Customizing the projector  21 
Using the menus   21 
Picture menu   22 
Settings menu  25 
Maintenance   25 
Cleaning the Lens  24 
Replacing the Projection Lamp  25 
Cleaning the Lamp Housing Screens   26 
Using the security lock  26 
Appendix  27 
Projected Image Size  27 
Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors   27 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you are experienced in setting up projection systems, use the Quick Setup card that is included with the 
projector. For complete details on connecting and operati ng the projector, refer to this User’s Guide.  
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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Important Operating Considerations for Safety 
 
• Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater 
than 15 degrees off axis. 
• Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without 
any obstructions to intake or exhaust vents.  
• Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other 
soft covering that may block the vents.  
• Locate the projector at least 4 (1.2 m) away from any 
heating or cooling vents. 
• Use only Knoll-approved ceiling mounts. 
• Use only the power cord provided. A surge-protected 
power strip is recommended. 
• Refer to this manual for proper startup and shutdown 
procedures. 
• In the unlikely event of the lamp rupturing, discard 
any edible items placed in the surrounding area and 
thoroughly clean the area along all sides of the 
projector.  
• Wash hands after cleaning the area and handling the 
ruptured lamp. This product has a lamp, which 
contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose of 
it as required by local, state or federal ordinances and 
regulations. For more information see www.eiae.org. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Follow these instructions to help ensure image quality and lamp life over the life of the projector. 
Failure to follow these instructions may affect the warranty. For complete details of the warranty, 
see the Warranty section at the end of this Users Guide.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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Introduction 
Congratulations and thank you for your 
excellent choice of a superior digital image 
projection device. Your new Knoll HD102 
projector is specifically designed for home 
cinema applications. The HD102 sets a high 
standard using the latest DLP™ technology 
and new DCDi Plus video processing from 
Faroudja™. Whether you are watching 
movies or High Definition broadcasts or 
playing the latest video game, you will enjoy 
amazing image quality. 
 
Product specifications 
 
To read the latest specifications on your 
multimedia projector, be sure to visit our 
website, as specifications are subject to 
change. Visit www.knollsystems.com for 
more information. 
 
Accessories 
 
The standard accessories that came with 
your projector can be found on the 
included packing list. Optional accessories 
are listed in the Accessories catalog 
that came with the projector and can also 
found on our website. See the inside back 
cover for the web address. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Connector Panel 
 
The projector provides both computer and video 
connection options, including: 
 
• DVI (M1-DA) 
• Component SD/ED/HD (RCA) 
• S-video 
• Composite audio/video (RCA) 
 
The projector also provides the following 
connectors: 
• Audio out 
• 12-volt DC output (see next page) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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12-volt DC output 
 
The 3.5mm mini-jack trigger provides a 12-volt DC output. It provides a constant output while the 
projector is on. It has numerous uses. For example, if you connect your projection screen to the 
12-volt DC output with the cable that came with your screen, when you turn on the projector the 
screen will move down; when you turn the projector off, the screen will return to the storage 
position. To use the 12-volt DC output, you must first remove the safety plug. 
 
Positioning the projector 
 
To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the 
location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your 
equipment. Here are some general guidelines: 
 
• Position the projector on a flat surface at a right 
angle to the screen. The projector must be at least 4.9 
feet (1.49m) from the projection screen. 
• Position the projector within 10 feet (3m) of your 
power source and within 6 feet (1.8m) of your video 
device (unless you purchase extension cables). To 
ensure adequate cable access, do not place the 
projector within 6 inches (.15m) of a wall or other 
object. 
• To turn the image upside down, see “Ceiling” on 
page 24. We recommend using an authorized ceiling 
mount. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
• Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. The distance from the lens of the 
projector to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format determine the size of the projected 
image. The top illustration to the right shows three projected image sizes.  For more information 
about image sizes at different distances, see “Projected Image Size” on page 27. 
• The image offset is 127.3% when the projector is in 16:9 mode. This means that if you have an 
image 10’ high, the bottom of the image will be 2.73’ above the center of the lens. 
• See “Connecting a video device” on page 11 for additional information on 16:9 mode. 
 
Projector and Device Connector Guide 
 
The following illustration and table should help you find the connectors to use and obtain the best 
resolution possible from your input devices, such as computers, standard VCRs, DVD players 
(progressive and interlaced), HDTV sources, TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games 
(progressive and interlaced), and laser disc players. 
 
Computer connections 
 
Computer connections involve attaching the VGA and USB ends of the provided computer cable 
to a computer and connecting the other end (M1 cable end) to the Computer In input on the 
projector. The USB part of the computer cable allows you to advance slides in a PowerPoint™ 
presentation via a remote control. See page 6 for computer/projector setup information. 
  
						

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Video connections 
 
The first step for connecting video is deciding what type of output connector you want to connect 
to the projector. If there is more than one output, select the one with the highest quality. The best 
quality ranking, with 1 being the highest and 3 being the lowest, is: 
 
1. component video (RCA) 
2. S-video 
3. audio/visual composite video (RCA) 
 
If your video device has a VGA connector, you can use the DVI connector on the back of the 
projector for very high quality. 
 
 
  
Video 
 
 
 
Video Device Video 
Compatibility 
If Your Device 
Connector is 
Attached to 
Adapter or 
Labeled 
Connector on 
projector 
For Setup 
Instructions see 
Comments 
Standard Broadcast TV (not HDTV) via cable digital cable, satellite TV, DVD, or VCR 
NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats  Component 480i 
Composite video or S-video  Component Video 
Composite video or S-video  Component Video 
Composite (RCA) video connection on page 11.  Component on page 12.  
Not for progressive (i.e. (HDTV sources).  See page 6. 
Standard Video Camera NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats  Component 480i 
Composite video or S-video  Component Video 
Composite video or S-video  Component Video 
Composite (RCA) video connection on page 11.  Component on page 12.  
Not for progressive (i.e. (HDTV sources).  See page 6. 
Standard Video Game NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats  Component 480i 
Composite video or S-video  Component Video 
Composite video or S-video  Component Video 
Composite (RCA) video connection on page 11.  Component on page 12.  
Not for progressive (i.e. (HDTV sources).  See page 6. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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Video Device Video 
Compatibility 
If Your Device 
Connector is 
Attached to 
Adapter or 
Labeled 
Connector on 
projector 
For Setup 
Instructions see 
Comments 
 HDTV (High Definition TV) 
 1035i, 1080i, 720p  Component 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p 
 DVI   Component Video 
 Computer In (DVI)   Video 1 (component RCA) 
 DVI connection on page 12  Component on page 13  
 
 Progressive DVD  1035i, 1080i, 720p  Component 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p 
 DVI   Component Video 
 Computer In (DVI)   Video 1 (component RCA) 
 DVI connection on page 12  Component on page 13  
 
 Progressive Video Game 
 1035i, 1080i, 720p  Component 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p  
 DVI   Component Video 
 Computer In (DVI)   Video 1 (component RCA) 
 DVI connection on page 12  Component on page 13 
 
 
Connecting a computer source 
 
Required computer connections  
 
Connect one end of the provided computer cable 
(see page 11 for connecting video devices) to the 
blue DVI Computer In connector on the projector. 
Connect the other ends (USB and VESA) to the 
USB and VGA ports on your computer. If you are 
using a desktop computer, you will need to 
disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s 
video port first. This connection allows you to 
advance slides in a PowerPoint™ presentation 
using the remote. USB drivers must be installed to 
use the USB feature. For more information, see 
page 10. 
 
Connect the black power cord to the Power 
connector on the side of the projector and to your 
electrical outlet.  
 
NOTE: Always use the power cord shipped with 
the projector. 
 
Optional computer connections 
 
To have sound with your presentation, connect an audio cable (not included) to your computer 
and to the red and/or white Audio In connectors on the projector. 
  
						

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Displaying a computer source 
image 
Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power 
switch on the side of the projector to the On 
position.  
 
The LED flashes green and the fans start to 
run. When the lamp comes on, the start up 
screen displays and the LED is steady green. 
It can take a minute for the image to achieve 
full brightness. 
 
? No start up screen? Get help on page 15. 
Turn on your computer. 
 
The computer’s image should appear on the 
projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the 
Computer button on the projector’s keypad. 
If your computer has Windows 98 as its 
operating system, see “Using the projector 
with Windows 98 for the first time” on page 
10, regarding the driver setup process. Make 
sure your laptop’s external video port is 
active. Many laptops do not automatically 
turn on their external video port when a projector is connected. 
 
Usually a key combination like FN + F8 or CRT/LCD key turns the external\
 display on and off. 
Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol. Press FN and 
the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your laptop’s documentation to learn your 
laptop’s key combination. 
 
? No laptop image? Try pressing the keypad Auto Image button. Get help on page 15.  
 
Adjusting the image 
 
If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by 
pressing the release button to extend the foot.  
 
If necessary, rotate the leveling foot located at 
the rear of the projector. 
 
Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust 
vent in front of the projector. 
 
Position the projector the desired distance from 
the screen at a 90-degree angle to the screen. 
 
See page 27 for a table listing screen sizes and 
distances. 
 
Adjust the zoom or focus.    
 
If the image is not square, adjust the keystone 
using the buttons on the keypad. 
 
 
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Press the top Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the bottom Keystone 
button to reduce the lower part. 
 
Adjust the Contrast or Brightness in the Picture menu. 
 
See page 21 for help with these menu adjustments.  
Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time 
 
The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the 
projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use 
the Wizard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system). 
 
If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows ME, skip these steps and go to “Adjusting the image” on page 
9.   
a) Click Next to begin searching for the driver. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
b) Make sure “Search for the best driver” is selected, then click Next. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
c) Uncheck any checked boxes, and then click Next. Windows 
automatically locates the driver. If this driver has been removed, reload 
the driver using your Windows operating system CD. 
 
 
 
 
 
d) When Windows finds the driver, you are ready to install it. Click Next. 
 
 
 
 
Skip this section if you did not connect a USB mouse cable for Windows 98: 
 
• If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be 
installed to use the USB functionality. 
 
The Wizard launches three times: 
 
• The first time it detects a USB Composite Device. 
 
• The second time a USB Human Interface Device (for the keyboard). 
 
• The third time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the mouse). 
 
 
For Windows 2000, Windows ME, and Windows XP: 
 
• The USB drivers are automatically installed.