Plus Projector U7 137 User Manual

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General Operation
Using the Laser Pointer
The remote control unit’s laser pointer can be used to point to the section currently being explained, making presenta-
tions more effective.
Operation
The red laser beam is emitted from the tip of the remote control
unit while the LASER button is pressed in. Point the remote con-
trol unit’s transmitter in the direction you want to indicate.
The laser beam turns off when you release your finger from the
LASER button.
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LASER
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Do not look at the laser pointer’s light source.
Be sure to heed the following. Pointing the laser beam at
the eyes could lead to reduced vision or vision impairment.
• Never look at the laser pointer’s light source.
• Do not point the laser beam at people.
• Do not let children use the laser pointer.
This label is located on the side of the remote control. 
						

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General Operation
Performing Mouse Operations on the Computer
with the Remote Control Unit
When a computer and the projector are connected, mouse operations can be performed on the computer using the
projector’s remote control unit. When projecting images from the computer, the projector can be operated and mouse
operations on the computer performed with the same remote control unit, making for efficient presentations.
Connecting the computer and projector
Use the USB cable included with the projector to connect the computer’s USB (type A) connector to the projector’s MOUSE
connector.
Note:
* Be sure to plug the cable in securely.
* Depending on the type of connection, the computer’s operating system, etc., it may be necessary to change settings or restart the com-
puter after making the connections.
USB cable (mini B to A type) (Supplied item)
Functions of the mouse function buttons
When operating, point the remote control unit’s transmitter towards the remote control sensor on the projector.
Note:
Connections with USB Cables
* For PC/AT compatible computers, this function cannot be used with operating systems other than Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 and XP. For
Macintosh computers, this function cannot be used with operating systems other than OS 9 and later.
* When the cable is disconnected and then reconnected to the USB port of the personal computer or the MOUSE connector of the projector,
allow at least 5 seconds before reconnecting. Do not repeatedly disconnect and reconnect the cable in a momentary fashion. The personal
computer may not be able to correctly identify the projector as a result.
* The supplied USB cable is a dedicated cable for this projector. There is no guaranty that it will work in connections with other USB
equipment.
* This function may not work with some computers.
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L-CLICK button (on back)
Press this to perform the left-click operation.
JOG buttons
These move the computer’s pointer in the corresponding direction.
R-CLICK button
Press this to perform the right-click operation.
INFORMATION
The R-CLICK/CANCEL button is used for both the projector and mouse func-
tion. When the R-CLICK/CANCEL button is pressed while a menu is open, the
menu is closed.
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General Operation
Controlling the Projector from a Computer
Use the control connector if the projector cannot be operated with the remote control unit, for example when it is
suspended from the ceiling.
RS-232C connections
Use the order-made cable (D-Sub 9-pin/DIN 9-pin) to connect the computer’s RS232C connector to the projector’s “PC CON-
TROL” connector.
Order-made cable (D-Sub 9-pin/DIN 9-pin)
RS-232C
connector
Note:
* This function may not work with some computers.
* Specialized knowledge is required to use the control connector. Consult a specialist, such as the person suspending the projector from the
ceiling.
* Have the order-made cable made by a specialist with the required specialized knowledge based on the pin assignment shown above.
Pin assignment
CN-1 (DIN 9-pin) CN-2 (D-Sub 9-pin)
1 (TXD) 3 (PC-TXD)
2NC
3NC
4 (GND) 5 (GND)
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7 (RXD) 2 (PC-RXD)
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Connecting via a LAN U7-137 only
It is also possible to control the projector with Telnet connections via a LAN or wireless LAN (using PLUS projector control
commands).
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General Operation
Protecting the Projector with the Security Lock
A password can be registered and the security lock set in order to protect the projector from unauthorized use.
Registering the password
The password is registered using the menus. For instructions on operating the menus, see “Menu Operation Method” on E-37.
(1) Select “Security Lock” in the “Option” menu and set it to “Enable”.
The menu closes and the password registration display appears.
Note:
The numbers you have input are not displayed. Be sure to write down the password
and store it in a safe place. Note:
To cancel the number you have input, press the CANCEL button.
The asterisks disappear and the display returns to the input standby mode at the first
place.
To cancel the password registration mode, press the CANCEL button again. The “Pass-
word” display turns off.
This completes password registration.
The “Password” input display appears the next time the power is turned
on. (2) Use the number buttons (1 to 4) to register the password.
Be sure to input a 4-digit number.
Example: Registering the password “2441”
(1) Press number button “2”. An “
*” (asterisk) appears at the first place.
Next press number buttons “4”, “4” and “1” in that order. Asterisks appear
in all four places.
(2) Input the password again. An “*” appears when the input number
matches. If there is a mistake, the asterisks turn off. Start over from step
(1) above.
If the password matches, the password registration display closes.
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General Operation
If the password input display appears when the power is turned on
When a password has been registered, the “Password” input window appears on the projected image when the power is turned
on. The projector continues projecting this image until the correct password is input. At this time, only the STANDBY button (power
off) works. Use the procedure described below to input the registered password. For instructions on registering the password, see
E-34.
Input the password using the number buttons (1 to 4).
Be sure to input the registered 4-digit number.
Example: To input the password “2441”
Press number button “2”. An “
*” (asterisk) appears at the first place.
Next press number buttons “4”, “4” and “1” in that order. Asterisks appear in all
four places.
If the password matches, the window turns off and the projector can be used
normally.
Canceling the password/Changing the password
The password is canceled and changed using the menus. For instructions on operating the menus, see “Menu Operation Method”
on E-37.
Canceling the password
Select “Security Lock” in the “Option” menu and set it to “Disable”.
This clears the password and disables the security lock.
The password input display no longer appears when the power is turned on.
Changing the password
After setting “Security Lock” to “Disable” as described above, set it back to “En-
able”. The menu closes and the password registration display appears.
Register the new password. See “Registering the password” on E-34.
Protecting the network settings by password
The network settings can be protected by password. Refer to the “Image Viewer
/ Network” manual.[Password input window] 
						

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General Operation
Using the Quick Menu
This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed
quickly.
Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the con-
nected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust.
Main unit operation
(1) Press the QUICK MENU button to display the quick adjustment display.
Further presses cause the adjustment display to change in sequence.
Press the SELECT 
 or  button to switch to the desired adjustment dis-
play.
(2) Press the SELECT  or  button to adjust.
Remote control operation
(1) A press of the QUICK MENU button brings up the quick adjustment
display.
Further presses cause the adjustment display to change in sequence.
The adjustment display can be selected with use of either the SELECT 
 or
 button.
(2) Press the cursor  or  button to make the adjustment.
(3) To close the display immediately, press the CANCEL button.
In the absence of operations for a period of about 10 seconds, the display
will close automatically.
Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the image. See page E-44.
Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the image. See page E-44.
Keystone Corrects (vertical) keystone distortion of the screen.  See page E-50.
Volume This function adjusts the volume of the built-in speaker. See page E-28.
Presentation timer Sets the time of the presentation timer.  See page E-30.
Quick Color Adj. Select the preset color mode. See page E-46.
Content of Adjustments and Settings
Example: Brightness adjustment display
Display Item
Adjustment/Setting
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Menu Operation Method
•This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this item should you need information while
performing menu operations.
•For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descrip-
tions.
•Adjustments and settings are made by projecting an image and adjusting to an optimum condition.
•The remote control should be pointed toward the remote control sensor of the projector and operated.
•To return the various items that have been changed via the menu to their standard values (i.e., default values at time
of shipping from the factory), see “Factory Default” on Page E-56. (Some items will not return to their initial values.)
•The adjustment/setting items and contents will differ depending on the input selection and the adjustment/setting
items that can be used with the input signal are displayed on the menu.
Names and Functions of Buttons Used for Menu Operations
(Remote Control)
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MENU button
Used for menu display and menu closure.
SELECT (
) buttons
Used in the selection of menu names and item names as
well as in setting and adjusting the item contents.
CANCEL button
Used to return to menu name selection as well as to close
the menu (and the sub menu display).
ENTER button
Used to set the verification display.
SELECT (
) buttons
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MENU button
Used to display menus, to return to menu name selections,
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Menu Operation Method
Menu Screen Names and Functions
Menu Name
This is the title of the menu.
There is a change to the title screen
when the menu is selected.
The cursor moves to the selected menu
name.Cursor (Deep Blue)
This permits setting/adjustment of the
item located at the cursor position.
Item Name
This is the name of the ad-
justment or setting.
Settings Contents Item NameSub menu
Adjustment Bar
Adjustment Bar and Settings Contents
Adjustment Bar: The increases and decreases in bar length ex-
press the adjustment condition.
Setting Contents: Displays the contents that have been set.
 Icon: Pressing the ENTER but-
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Menu Operation Method
Performing Menu Operations
•Only “Setup”, “Options” and “Info.” can be selected when no signal is being input.
•The menu display will close if, after pressing a button, the next button operation is not made within 30 seconds.
•The adjustment and the setting values are stored even when the power is switched off or the plug is disconnected
from the power outlet.
(Note that some items are not stored.)
Preparation Switch on the power of the connected equipment, start the play operation or another operation, and input
the signal to the projector.
Select the input that you wish to adjust.
The menu display of the description diagram depicts an example in which the “Keystone” item name is selected.
1Press the MENU button to display the menu
Menu Display
The menu name that existed when the menu was closed previously will be displayed.
Note:
Please check that the cursor of the item name has disappeared at the time of menu name selection.
Press the CANCEL button to make the cursor disappear.
2Press the SELECT () button to select the menu name
Selection of the Menu Name
Each press of the SELECT  button advances the selection one step in the sequence of “Color” → “View” → “Setup” →
“Option”  → “Info.” → “Image”. Each press of the SELECT  button causes a return of one step.
The cursor moves to the selected menu name.
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3Press the  SELECT button to display the item name selection cursor.
Displaying the Cursor
This condition al-
lows selection of the
item name.
Menu Operation Method
4Press the SELECT (
) button to align the cursor with the item name
Selection of the Item Name
Items for which the  Icon Is Displayed
Press the ENTER button to display the submenu.
Press the SELECT (
) button and align the cursor with the desired item name.
There are also some items for which the setting display or the verification display will appear. Please see the various item
descriptions.
Sub menu
5Press the SELECT () button and make the adjustment (or setting) while viewing the image
When a button is pressed, the image will also change.
Making Adjustments/Settings
Adjustment display: Each press of the button results in a change of 1 point and continued presses cause changes to
proceed in order.
Setting display: The setting contents display changes with each press of the button.
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