Yamaha DPX-1000 Owner's Manual
Yamaha DPX-1000 Owner's Manual

Yamaha DPX-1000 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 UCAK DPX–1000 Digital Cinema Projector OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. • Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous...
  • Page 3 We Want You Listening For A Lifetime YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion –...
  • Page 4 YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified.
  • Page 5: Inappropriate Places For Installation

    Inappropriate places for installation If this unit is not correctly installed in an appropriate place, it may cause fire or failure, or damage the unit itself. Carefully choose the place to install this unit by avoiding the places listed below. Places where the temperature and humidity vary greatly •...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Select a display aspect ... 14 Other functions ... 15 Indicators ... 15 ENGLISH • Low operating noise made possible by Yamaha sound technology • High quality progressive reproduction of film sources thanks to 3-2 pulldown detection • 6 memory settings and an abundance of image adjustment functions •...
  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Use the h, g, –, + buttons for functions such as system operations, menu item selection, and changing system values. e FAN warning indicator r TEMP warning indicator Lamp cover Ventilation inlet STANDBY/ON ESCAPE MENU SETTING ASPECT INPUT LAMP COVER TEMP DIGITAL CINEMA PROJECTOR DPX-1000...
  • Page 8: Connections

    1 INPUT B (D-Sub 15 pin) This is the input connector for signals (RGB/YP from a component video or RGB source. Use a D-Sub monitor cable when connecting another component to the DPX-1000 through this connector. 2 D4 VIDEO (D connector) This connector receives video signals from the D connector of other A/V components.
  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions I Remote control Buttons with identical names to those on the main unit perform identical functions. To use the remote, point it at the remote control sensor on the front or back of the unit from a distance of no more than 7 m (23 feet).
  • Page 10: Using The Remote Control

    I Using the remote control Use the remote control under the following conditions. The remote control will not function if it is used outside the angles and/or range detailed here. Usable distance 7 m (23 feet) A left/right arc of 30 degrees (23 feet) AUTO V.
  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation I Installation methods There are four ways to install this unit: on a table in front of the screen. mounted on the ceiling in front of the screen. on a table behind a semi translucent screen. mounted on the ceiling behind a semi translucent screen. Set the method you use on the 4 <SETUP>...
  • Page 12: Screen And Projection Distance

    Please be aware that there may be some discrepancy in comparison to actual values. <When using a 4:3 screen> Since the DPX-1000 is equipped with a 16:9 element, the ideal (feet, inches) installation position for viewing images with a 4:3 screen depends 5’11”...
  • Page 13: Projection Image Position

    Installation I Projection image position Follow the instructions below to adjust the position of the projected image on the screen. <Adjusting using the zoom> This figure shows the limits within which the zoom function can alter projection distance in relation to the screen size. Within these limits, it is possible to adjust the image so that it fills the screen completely.
  • Page 14: Connections

    Connecting the unit • Make sure that the power of this unit and all other components is turned off before making any connections. • Some components have different connection methods and connector names. Refer to the operating instructions for each component that you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 15: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting the unit I Connecting to a computer There are three ways of connecting a computer, as listed below. Please use the correct type of cable for the connector when making connections. Input INPUT A INPUT B DVI cable (Digital) INPUT B RGB/YP D-Sub monitor...
  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    This section describes the basic operation of the DPX-1000 once installation and connection have been completed. It is necessary to make detailed settings in the menu described later so that the DPX-1000 is correctly set for the mounting, screen, input signals, and other conditions of its installation.
  • Page 17: Preparations For Projection

    Basic Operations I Preparations for projection Carry out the adjustments necessary to the projection image to obtain the optimum setting for projection. STANDBY/ON ZOOM ESCAPE V. POS ESCAPE MENU SETTING IRIS PATTERN SETTING ESCAPE ASPECT INPUT LAMP COVER TEMP <Adjusting the vertical position with V. POS> The initial setting on this unit is for projection of the image in a line directly from the center of the lens.
  • Page 18: Select An Input

    I Select an input Press the INPUT button to display the input selection menu on the screen. Use the h and g to select a name from those on display and then press the to confirm your choice. The signal settings for INPUT A, INPUT B and DVI will not change.
  • Page 19: Select A Display Aspect

    Basic Operations I Select a display aspect Display aspect selects the type of image to display for an input signal. Press the ASPECT button and select a suitable mode. The types of aspect mode available depend on the input signal. Additionally, this unit has an auto mode that can automatically select the correct display aspect if the relevant information is encoded in the input signal.
  • Page 20: Other Functions

    Operating Lamp cooling prior to going into Standby mode One of the LAMP/COVER/TEMP/FAN lights is also red. Consult a YAMAHA dealer or service center if this occurs. Normal Lamp usage has exceeded 2000 hours. The lamp has burnt out. Normal Either the lamp cover or the filter cover is not correctly attached.
  • Page 21: Menu Structure

    Menu structure It is necessary to set various properties on a variety of menus so that this unit can project in optimal condition. There are four menu groups, each with a number of different menu items. Some of these items are not selectable for certain types of input signal, some have submenus attached, and others have a three stage menu hierarchy.
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    I 1 <IMAGE> ... You cannot adjust these settings without an input signal. Input signal BLACK LEVEL Video/Component, RGB TV Adjusts the level of blackness in an image while maintaining peak white brightness. Increasing the black level will increase the luminosity of dark scenes and clarify picture tone, however it will also lower the contrast.
  • Page 23 Menu structure Input signal Video/Component, SHARPNESS TYPE RGB TV Use this parameter to change the filtering characteristics of the circuitry used to sharpen edges in the projected image. Video/Component, SHARPNESS GAIN RGB TV Adjusts the clearness of the image edges. The higher value creates clearer edges. The lower value creates a softer image with less noise element.
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    I 2 <SIGNAL> ... You cannot adjust the parameters below if the unit is not receiving an input signal. Input signal DISPLAY ASPECT Video/Component, RGB TV, RGB PC Sets the aspect ratio to use when projecting an image for a given input signal. Under AUTO mode, the unit will automatically switch to the most suitable mode for display.
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    Menu structure I 3 <INITIAL> COLOR SYSTEM Selects the color system to use when the input signal is from a video source. Available selections are NTSC, NTSC , PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60, and SECAM. Usually, setting the unit to AUTO will 4.43 result in the unit automatically selecting the appropriate color method.
  • Page 26 LOCATION There are four ways of installing this unit; tabletop or ceiling mounting for front or rear projection. The DPX-1000 will invert or rotate the projection according to this setting. KEYSTONE If the projection unit is at a horizontal or perpendicular angle to the screen the projection image will be distorted to a trapezoid shape.
  • Page 27: Menu Operation

    Menu operation I Menu screen and operating buttons This section provides you with general information about the menu screen and operating buttons on the remote control and this unit’s control panel for easier operation. Please read it carefully before starting to operate the menu. MOVE MENU WINDOW Move Menu Window Menu group...
  • Page 28: Basic Menu Operation

    I Basic menu operation To ensure proper projection, start with setting and adjustment in menu group “SETUP”. ASPECT LIGHT AUTO STILL V. POS ZOOM FOCUS S VIDEO IRIS SETTING PATT 1, 6 VIDEO ESCAPE MENU 3, 5 2, 4 ASPECT INPUT Press MENU to open the menu.
  • Page 29: Setup

    Menu operation Some items are adjusted by increasing or decreasing the value on the scale, and others by selecting a number or a word. Black Level Gamma Trim Press the RESET button to reset the parameter to the factory setting. (Items without a factory setting cannot be reset.) Press h or g to move the cursor to the next item.
  • Page 30: Basic Submenu Operation

    I Basic submenu operation [Operation groups A and B] Select the menu item to be adjusted by following steps 1—3 in “Basic menu operation”. The submenu mark “ ” appears on the right side of the item. Move Menu Window Image Signal Initial...
  • Page 31 Menu operation G Submenu operation — “COLOR BALANCE” [Operation group C] Follow steps 1—3 in “Basic menu operation” to select the menu item “COLOR BALANCE” in menu group <IMAGE>. The submenu mark “ ” appears on the right side of the item. Move Menu Window Image Signal...
  • Page 32 Select “YES” with h or g, and then press LAMP RUNNING TIME will reset to 0 hour. Move Menu Window Image Signal Initial Press " " to reset lamp running time. Lamp Running Time 0 Hour : Fix Memory 1 Press the MENU button to close the menu.
  • Page 33: One-Touch Image Menu

    Menu operation I One-touch image menu Press when the menu screen is not open. Menu items appear one by one at the bottom of the screen. The display will disappear if no operation is performed within five seconds. Remote control Black Level Press h or g to select a menu item to adjust.
  • Page 34: Memory Function

    Memory function This unit has a memory function able to store six settings for projecting different types of input sources in the most appropriate manner. Select the setting that is most appropriate for your projection. Some settings may not be available depending on the type of input signal currently in use.
  • Page 35: Resetting To The Factory Default Settings

    Memory function I Resetting to the factory default settings For one parameter Follow steps 1—3 in “Basic menu operation” on page 23 to select the parameter to reset. Press the RESET button on the remote control to return the parameter to its factory default setting. (Items without a factory default cannot be reset.) To reset all parameters for the currently selected memory number...
  • Page 36: Additional Information

    The following is a list of key words and their explanations used in the use of projectors and image signals. Please refer to it when using the DPX-1000. DLP™ technology This stands for Digital Light Processing. DLP uses the DMD chip, developed by Texas Instruments.
  • Page 37 Additional information HDCP High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection system. HDCP is designed to protect the video transmission between a DVI transmitter and a display device. Aspect This refers to the length-to-width ratio of an image. Ceiling mount bracket This is the mounting hardware used to hand this unit from the ceiling.
  • Page 38: Projectable Signals

    I Projectable signals The following charts show the types and formats of the signals that can be projected by this unit. Any signals not listed below may not be properly projected. 1. TV format 1 ------ Composite or S video signals sent to the VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs Type of signal V active (lines)
  • Page 39: Message Display

    Additional information I Message display Message No Signal INPUT A (Component) (Example) Out Of Range Unknown Format Auto Sync... Memory 1—6 The lamp needs to be replaced. Please replace the lamp you are currently using with a new one. Press again for standby. Squeeze (Example) Lens Adjustment is locked.
  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Press the filter hook on the underside of the main unit to remove the filter. Attach the new filter firmly. The lamp will not light if the filter is not attached correctly. Important • Contact a YAMAHA dealer or service center if you require replacement filters.
  • Page 41: Replacing The Lamp Cartridge

    Maintenance I Replacing the lamp cartridge Important • Be sure to use the replacement lamp cartridge PJL 327. Other lamp cartridges are not suitable for use in this unit. The lamp used as a light source in this unit is a consumable and will gradually lose its brightness during the course of use.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, set this unit in the standby mode, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.
  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications I Specifications Optical Projection mode ... DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) Images of 1280 x 720 pixels, 0.8 inch Lens ... f=24.4 to 39 mm F=2.4 to 3.1 Lamp ... 270 W SHP lamp Image size ... 60 to 200 inches Projection distance 1.8 to 6.05 m (70”7/8 to 236”1/5) Brightness ...
  • Page 44: Dimensional Drawing

    I Dimensional drawing 119.1 4"-3/5 124.6 4"-7/8 465.4 18"-5/16 132.1 297.4 5"-3/16 11"-3/4 Specifications...
  • Page 45 YAMAHA ELECTRONIQUE FRANCE S.A. RUE AMBROISE CROIZAT BP70 CROISSY-BEAUBOURG 77312 MARNE-LA-VALLEE CEDEX02, FRANCE YAMAHA ELECTRONICS (UK) LTD. YAMAHA HOUSE, 200 RICKMANSWORTH ROAD WATFORD, HERTS WD1 7JS, ENGLAND YAMAHA SCANDINAVIA A.B. J A WETTERGRENS GATA 1, BOX 30053, 400 43 VÄSTRA FRÖLUNDA, SWEDEN Printed in Japan WA66190 YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD.

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