Lenovo C500 User Guide

							CD and DVD drive safety 
CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically 
damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect 
against possible injury due to this situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the 
following: 
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 Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging 
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 Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat sources 
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 Remove CD/DVD discs from the computer when not in use 
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 Do not bend or flex CD/DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their packaging 
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 Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or damaged discs
 
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							Chapter 1. Product description 
The Lenovo C500 projector can be used for both business presentations and home entertainment and is 
easy to connect, use, and maintain. Some main features of this projector are: 
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 Bright (3200 lumen) and brilliant images from the DLP technology and XGA-native resolution. 
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 Clear and sharp images with a high contrast ratio of 2000:1. 
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 Three lamp brightness modes (boost, normal, and economy), automatic vertical keystone correction, 
dual PC inputs and a monitor output. 
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 Fully-featured remote control including laser pointer, mouse emulation and page up and down 
functionality. 
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 Remotely check the status (lamp life and menu settings) of your C500 projector via a We b browser 
(password protected) through an RJ-45 connection and send e-mail to your projector administrator. 
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 Extremely powerful, lightweight, and portable at 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs). 
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 Beautiful reproduction of high-quality images from your PC, DVDs, and other media sources. 
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 Digital technology which automatically corrects the vertical keystone distortion of the projector 
pictures.
 
 
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							Packing checklist 
In addition to this user ’s guide, your option package contains the following: 
   
 
 
 
1 Projector with lamp housing and lens cap 

2 Remote control 

3 Tw o AAA batteries 

4 USB cable 

5 S-video cable 

6 Video cable (DVI-A) to VGA 

7 Audio cable (mini jack-to-RCA) 

8 Power cord 

9 Composite video cable 

10 User ’s guide and installation CD 

11 Multi-language quick start guide 

12 Carrying case 

13 Carrying case strap
   
If any of the items listed above are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase. 
Note: 
 Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it will be required to receive warranty service. 
For information on optional accessories for your projector, go to http://www.lenovo.com. 
Figure 1-1. Standard accessories
 
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							Important: 
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 Avoid using the projector in dusty environments 
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 Leave the power cable plugged in (for 2-5 minutes) until the projector returns to room temperature 
before placing the projector inside the soft case. Placing the projector into the case too soon after 
switching off the power could cause the projector to overheat and will shorten lamp life. 
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 Be sure to attach the lens cap before placing the projector into the soft case to avoid damaging the lens.
Projector features 
The figures below show the different angles and features of the projector. 
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1 Zoom Enlarges the projected image 

2 OSD buttons See following table 

3 Projection lamp cover Remove when changing lamp 

4 IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 

5 Lens cover Protects the lens 

6Focus Remove cover, turn lens to focus 

7 Height adjuster Adjusters drop when adjuster buttons are pushed 

8 Height adjuster button Push to release height adjuster 

9 Speaker Built-in mono speaker
 
Figure 1-2. Front angle of projector
 
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1 Keystone/Down cursor Corrects image-trapezoid (widens bottom) effect 
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 

2 VOL-/Left cursor Decreases volume 
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 

3 Keystone/Up cursor Corrects image-trapezoid (widens top) effect 
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 

4 Enter Changes settings in the OSD 

5 VOL+/Right cursor Increases volume 
Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 

6 Ready LED Orange: Lamp - Ready, you can safely turn on/off the projector 
Flashing: Green - Not ready, do not press the Power button 

7 Power LED Green: Unit is on and working correctly 
Off: Unit is powered off 
Flashing: Operational error code(s), see Appendix B, “Troubleshooting,” on 
page B-1 for more information. 

8 Power Turns the projector off 

9 Source Detects and changes the input device 

10 Auto Optimizes image size, position and resolution 

11 Menu Opens and exits the OSD
   
 
Figure 1-3. On-screen display buttons and LEDs
 
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1 DVI-I Connect the supplied DVI cable from a computer 

2 RGB IN Connect a VGA cable (not supplied) from a computer 

3 RGB out Connect to an external monitor 

4 RS-232 Service port, not intended for personal use 

5 USB Connect the USB cable from a computer 

6 Audio-in Connect the audio cable from an input device 

7 Power connector Connect the supplied power cord 

8 RJ-45 Connect the projector to a cable or network 

9 IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 

10Audio-out Connect to external speakers 

11Audio-in-R Connect an RCA audio cable (not supplied) from the input device channel 

12Audio-in-L Connect an RCA audio cable (not supplied) from the input device left channel 

13Video Connect the supplied composite video cable from a video device 

14S-video Connect the supplied S-video cable from a video device 

15Kensington lock Secure to permanent object with the Kensington lock system 

16Pr/Cr, 
17Pb/Cb, and 
18 Y (Component video in) Connect to a component video-enabled device (not 
supplied)
 
 
 
Attention:   If your video equipment has multiple outlets, the suggested order for connection to provide 
the best quality images is: 
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 Component Video 
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 S-video 
3. 
 
 Composite Video
 
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Figure 1-4. Rear view
 
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1 Height adjuster buttons Push to release leveling legs 

2 Leveling legs Adjusters drop down when you push adjuster buttons, these may be rotated 
for fine adjustment 

3 Ceiling support holes Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector to the ceiling
   
 
Attention:   For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M4 screws with a maximum 
screw depth of 6 mm (1/4 inch). To allow for proper ventilation, keep a distance of 50 cm (20 inches) 
from walls and ceiling. For permanent installation, follow local codes.
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Figure 1-5. Bottom view of projector
 
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