Optoma X306ST User Manual

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
RS232 Protocol Function List .... 65 Connect to Video Sources ....14 Wall Mount Installation ......69 Powering the projector On / Off ..16 Optoma Global Offices .....70 Powering On the Projector ....16 Powering Off the Projector ....17 Regulation & Safety Notices .....72 Warning Indicator .......
Page 2: Usage Notice
Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Optoma before you send the unit for repair. 7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch dangerous voltage points and short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.
Page 3: Precautions
Usage Notice Precautions Please follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user’s guide. ▀■ Warning- Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt and damage your eyes. ▀■ Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this projector to rain or moisture.
Page 4 Usage Notice  Turn off and unplug the power plug from the AC outlet before cleaning the product.  Use a soft dry cloth with mild detergent to clean the display housing. Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is ...
Page 5: Eye Safety Warnings
Usage Notice Eye Safety Warnings ▀■ Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at all times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible. ▀■ When projector is used in a classroom, adequately supervise students when they are asked to point out something on the screen.
Page 6: Introduction
Introduction Package Overview Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all parts listed below are in the box. If something is missing, please contact your nearest customer service center. VGA Cable Projector with lens cap Power Cord Menu  Due to different 2 ×...
Page 7: Product Overview
Introduction Product Overview Main Unit  The interface is subject to model’s specifi- cations.  Do not block projector in/out air vents. Control Panel Input / Output Connections Focus Ring Power Socket Speaker Ventilation (inlet) Zoom Lens Ventilation (outlet) IR Receiver English...
Page 8: Control Panel
Introduction Control Panel Power LED Lamp LED Temp LED Enter / Help Menu Re-Sync Keystone Correction Four Directional Select Keys Source Power/Standby button English...
Page 9: Input/Output Connections
Introduction Input/Output Connections AUDIO-IN HDMI MOUSE VGA-OUT VGA1-IN/YPbPr/ RS-232C VIDEO (SERVICE) S-VIDEO AUDIO-OUT Type A VGA2-IN/YPbPr USB Connector / Type-B (Connect to PC for Remote Mouse function) HDMI Connector Composite Video Input Connector S-Video Input Connector VGA-Out Connector (Monitor Loop-through Output) VGA1-In/YPbPr/ Connector (PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/YPbPrr/...
Page 10 Introduction AUDIO2-IN MOUSE HDMI (VIDEO) (SERVICE) VGA-OUT VGA1-IN/YPbPr/ VIDEO AUDIO1-IN (VGA1/VGA2) AUDIO-OUT Type B VGA2-IN/YPbPr RJ-45 RS-232C RJ-45 Networking Connector USB Connector / Type-B (Connect to PC for Remote Mouse function) HDMI Connector VGA-Out Connector (Monitor Loop-through Output) VGA1-In/YPbPr/ Connector (PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/YPbPrr/ Wireless function via VGA Dongle) Composite Video Input Connector...
Page 11: Remote Control
Introduction Remote Control LED Indicator Power On/Off Source Mouse Left Click  The interface Enter is subject to model’s specifi- Four Directional Select cations. Keys / Mouse control Switch Re-Sync Mouse Right Click Laser Pointer Page Up Volume +/- Menu Menu Zoom AV mute Video...
Page 12: Installation
Installation Connecting the Projector Connect to Computer/Notebook Type A MOLEX  Due to the difference in applications for each country, molex some regions may have different AUDIO-IN accessories. HDMI MOUSE VGA-OUT VGA1-IN/YPbPr/ RS-232C VIDEO (SERVICE) S-VIDEO AUDIO OUT  (*) Optional VGA2-IN/YPbPr accessory  The interface is subject to model’s...
Page 13 Installation Monitor Output Audio Output Type B AUDIO2-IN MOUSE HDMI (VIDEO) (SERVICE) VGA-OUT VGA1-IN/YPbPr/ VIDEO AUDIO1-IN (VGA1/VGA2) AUDIO-OUT RS-232C VGA2-IN/YPbPr RJ-45 molex E62405SP  Due to the difference in applications for each country, some regions may have different accessories.  (*) Optional accessory  The interface is subject to model’s...
Page 14: Connect To Video Sources
Installation Connect to Video Sources DVD Player, Set-top Box, DVD Player, Set-top Box, HDTV receiver HDTV receiver Type A  Due to the difference in AUDIO-IN HDMI MOUSE VGA-OUT VGA1-IN/YPbPr/ RS-232C VIDEO applications for (SERVICE) S-VIDEO AUDIO OUT each country, VGA2-IN/YPbPr some regions may have different accessories.
Page 15 Installation Type B Composite Video Output Audio Output AUDIO2-IN MOUSE HDMI (VIDEO) (SERVICE) VGA-OUT VGA1-IN/YPbPr/ VIDEO AUDIO1-IN (VGA1/VGA2) AUDIO-OUT VGA2-IN/YPbPr RJ-45 RS-232C E62405SP  Due to the difference in applications for each country, some regions may have different accessories.  (*) Optional accessory  The interface is subject to model’s...
Page 16: Powering The Projector On / Off
Installation Powering the projector On / Off Powering On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. (optional)  2. Securely connect the power cord and signal cable. When connected, the POWER/STANDBY LED will turn Amber. 3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “ ” button either on the top of the projector or on the remote.
Page 17: Powering Off The Projector
Installation Powering Off the Projector 1. Press the “ ” button on the remote control or on the control panel to turn off the projector. The following message will be displayed on the screen. Press the “ ” button again to confirm otherwise the message will disappear after 15 seconds.
Page 18: Adjusting The Projected Image
Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector’s Height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. 1. Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the underside of the projector. 2. Rotate the adjustable ring clockwise to raise the projector or counter clockwise to lower it.
Page 19: Adjusting The Projector's Focus
Installation Adjusting the Projector’s Focus To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.  XGA series: The projector will focus at distances from 2.46 to 3.61 feet (0.75 to 1.10 meters).  WXGA series: The projector will focus at distances from 2.56 to 3.70 feet (0.78 to 1.13 meters).
Page 20 Installation Screen Size W x H Projection Distance (D) Diagonal length Offset (Hd) (inch) size of (inch) (feet) 4:3 Screen Width Height Width Height wide tele wide tele (inch) 40.00 0.81 0.61 32.00 24.00 0.51 0.51 1.67 1.67 0.09 3.60 60.00 1.22 0.91...
Page 21: User Controls
User Controls Control Panel & Remote Control Control Panel Using the Control Panel Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on POWER pages 16-17. Automatically synchronize the projector to the input RE-SYNC source. Confirm your item selection. Enter / Help Help Menu (only available when OSD menu is not shown).
Page 22: Remote Control
User Controls Remote Control Using the Remote Control Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” Power section on pages 16-17. L Button Mouse left click. R Button Mouse right click. Page + Use this button to page up. Page - Use this button to page down.
Page 23: Using The Remote Control
User Controls Using the Remote Control Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image. Freeze Press this button again to unlock. Momentarily turns off/on the audio and AV mute video. S-Video S-Video Press “ ” to choose S-Video source. Press “VGA” to choose VGA sources. Press “Video”...
Page 24: Using The Help Button
User Controls Using the HELP button The HELP function ensures easy setup and operation. Press the “?” button on the control panel to open the Help  Menu. English...
Page 25 User Controls Help menu button functions only when no input source  is detected.  Please refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 55-59 for more details. If input source is detected and help button is pressed, the  following pages will appear to help diagnose any problems. English...
Page 26 User Controls English...
Page 27: On-Screen Display Menus
User Controls On-screen Display Menus The Projector has multilingual On-screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source. How to operate To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or Projector Keypad.
Page 28: Menu Tree
User Controls Menu Tree Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Image Display Mode Presentation / Bright / Movie / sRGB / Blackboard / User / 3D Brightness -50~50 Contrast -50~50 Sharpness 1~15 Color -50~50 Tint -50~50 Advanced Gamma Film / Video / Graphics / Standard BrilliantColor™...
Page 29 User Controls Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Setup Projector ID 0~99 Audio Settings Internal Speaker On / Off Mute On / Off Audio Input Default / Audio1 / Audio2 Volume Audio 0~10 0~10 Volume 0~10 Advanced Logo Default / Neutral Closed Captioning Off / CC1 / CC2 Exit...
Page 30: Image
User Controls IMAGE Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Presentation: Good color and brightness from PC input.  Bright: Maximum brightness from PC input.  Movie: For home theater.  sRGB: Standardised accurate color. ...
Page 31 User Controls Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the image. Press the to decrease the sharpness.  Press the to increase the sharpness.  Color Adjust a video image from black and white to fully saturated color. “Color” and “Tint”  Press the to decrease the amount of saturation in the image.
Page 32: Image | Advanced
User Controls IMAGE | Advanced Gamma This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been fine-tuned to bring out the best image quality for the input. Film: for home theater.  Video: for video or TV source.  Graphics: for image source.
Page 33 User Controls Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow: Use to select  Hue, Saturation and Gain Colors. White: Use to select Red, Green and Blue Colors.  Reset: Choose “Yes” to return the factory default settings for  color adjustments. Color Space Select an appropriate color matrix type from AUTO, RGB, (*) For HDMI only.
Page 34: Image | Advanced | Signal (Rgb)
User Controls IMAGE | Advanced | Signal (RGB) Automatic “Signal” is only  supported in Analog Automatically selects the singal. If you use this function, the VGA (RGB) signal. Phase, frequency items are grayed out, and if Signal is not auto- matic, the phase, frequency items will appear for user to manually tune and saved in settings after that for next time projector turns off and on again.
Page 35: Display
User Controls DISPLAY Format Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. 4:3: This format is for 4×3 input sources.  16:9: This format is for 16×9 input sources, like HDTV and DVD  enhanced for Wide screen TV. Native: This format displays the original image without any ...
Page 36 User Controls Aspect ratio Resize image (XGA) (source detected) 1024 x 768 center 16:9 1024 x 576 center No resize image, 1:1 mapping and Native centered. This format shows the original image without scaling. WXGA 4:3: This format is for 4×3 input sources. ...
Page 37: Image Shift
User Controls Edge Mask Edge mask function removes the noise in a video image. Edge mask the image to remove video encoding noise on the edge of Each I/O has  video source. different setting of “Edge Mask”. Zoom “Edge Mask” and ...
Page 38: Display | 3D
User Controls DISPLAY | 3D 3D Mode Off: Select “Off” to turn 3D settings off for 3D images.  DLP Link: Select “DLP Link” to use optimized settings for DLP  Link 3D images. “IR” options may  : Select “IR” to use optimized settings for IR-based 3D vary according to ...
Page 39: Setup
User Controls SETUP Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Press into the sub (*) depend on  menu and then use the key to select your preferred model. language. Press “Enter” to finalize the selection. Projection Front-Desktop  Rear-Desktop and ...
Page 40 User Controls Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen. Screen Type Choose the screen type from16:10 or 16:9. Projector ID ID definition can be set up by menu (range 0-99), and allow user control an individual projector by RS232. Refer to page 65-68 for “Screen Type”...
Page 41: Setup | Security
User Controls SETUP | Security Security On: Choose “On” to use security verification when the turning  on the projector. Off: Choose “Off” to be able to switch on the projector without  password verification. Security Timer Use this function to set the how long (Month/Day/Hour) the projector can be used.
Page 42 User Controls If the incorrect password is entered 3 times, the projector will  automatically shut down. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your local  office for support. English...
Page 43: Setup | Audio Settings
User Controls SETUP | Audio Settings Internal Speaker (*) For Type B  Choose the “On” or “Off” to turn on or off the internal speaker. model only. Mute Choose the “On” to turn mute on.  Choose the “Off” to turn mute off. ...
Page 44: Setup | Advanced
User Controls SETUP | Advanced Logo Press to capture an image of the picture currently displayed on screen. If changes are made they will take effect the next time the projector is powered on. Default: The default startup screen.  Neutral: Logo is not displayed on startup screen.
Page 45: Setup | Lan
User Controls SETUP | LAN LAN State Display the network connection status. DHCP “LAN” is for Type B  model only. Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting from one to another, when you exit the OSD menu, the new setting will take effect on next open.
Page 46: How To Use Web Browser To Control Your Projector
User Controls How to use web browser to control your projector 1. Turn on DHCP to allow a DHCP 4. Based on network web-page for the server to automatically assign an IP, or input-string in [tools] tab, the limitation for manually enter the required network Input-Length is in the below list (“space”...
Page 47 User Controls When making a direct connection from your computer to the projector Step 1: Find an IP Address (192.168.0.100) from LAN function of projector. Step 2: Select apply and press “Enter” button to submit function or press “menu” key to exit.
Page 48: Crestron Roomview Control Tool
User Controls Crestron RoomView Control Tool Crestron RoomView™ provides a central monitoring station for 250+ control systems on a single Ethernet network (more are possible, the number depends on the combination of IP ID and IP address). Crestron RoomView monitors each projector, including projector’s online status, system power, lamp life, network setting and hardware faults, plus any custom attribute as defined by the Administrator.
Page 49 User Controls 3. Edit Attribute 4. Edit Event For more information, please visit http://www.crestron.com & www.crestron.com/getroomview. English...
Page 50: Options
User Controls OPTIONS Input Source Use this option to enable / disable input sources. Press to enter the sub menu and select which sources you require. Press “Enter” to finalize the selection. The projector will not search for inputs that are not selected.
Page 51: Background Color
User Controls Background Color Use this feature to display a “Black”, “Red”, “Blue”, “Green” or “White”, screen when no signal is available. IR Function When this function is “On” , the projector can be operated by the (*) For Type B ...
Page 52: Options | Advanced
User Controls OPTIONS | Advanced Direct Power On Choose “On” to activate Direct Power mode. The projector will automatically power on when AC power is supplied, without pressing the “ ” key on the projector control panel or on the remote control.
Page 53: Options | Lamp Settings
User Controls OPTIONS | Lamp Settings Lamp Hours Display the projection time. Lamp Reminder Choose this function to show or to hide the warning message when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will appear 30 hours before suggested replacement of lamp.
Page 54: Options | Optional Filter Settings
User Controls OPTIONS | Optional Filter Settings Optional Filter Installed Select “Yes” to display warning message after 500 hours of use. “Optional Filter  Select “No” to turn off warning message. Settings” is only for Type B model. Filter Usage Hours Display the filter time.
Page 55: Appendices
Appendices Troubleshooting If you experience a problem with your projector, please refer to the following information. If a problem persists, please contact your local reseller or service center. No image appears on-screen Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and ...
Page 56 Appendices 7. Click on “Show all devices”. Next, select “Standard monitor types” under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need under the “Models” box. 8. Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is lower than or equal to UXGA (1600 × 1200). If you are using a Notebook: ...
Page 57 Appendices Image is out of focus Make sure the lens cap (optional) is removed.  Adjust the Focus Ring on the projector lens.  Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance.  See pages 19-20. The image is stretched when displaying 16:9 DVD title When you play anamorphic DVD or 16:9 DVD, the projector will ...
Page 58 Appendices The projector stops responding to all controls If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and  wait at least 60 seconds before reconnecting power. Check that “Keypad Lock” is not activated by trying to control the ...
Page 59 Appendices On Screen Messages Temperature warning:  Fan failed:  Lamp warning:  Out of display range:  Filter warning:  If the remote control does not work Check the operating angle of the remote control is within ±15°  both horizontally and vertically of one of the IR receivers on the projector.
Page 60: Replacing The Lamp
Appendices Replacing the lamp The projector automatically detects the lamp life. When the lamp life is nearing the end of use, you will receive a warning message. When you see this message, please contact your local reseller or service center to change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30 minutes before changing the lamp.
Page 61: Lamp Replacement Procedure
Appendices The screws on the  lamp cover and the lamp cannot be removed. The projector  cannot be turned on if the lamp cover has not been placed back on the projector. Do not touch the  glass area of the lamp.
Page 62: Compatibility Modes
Appendices Compatibility Modes Computer/Video/HDMI/Mac Compatibility  Refresh Rate Signal Resolution Video Analog HDMI (Hz) NTSC 720 x 480 PAL/SECAM 720 x 576 640 x 480  For widescreen 640 x 480 resolution 640 x 480 72.8 (WXGA), the 640 x 480 compatibility sup- port is dependent 800 x 600...
Page 63: Input Video Compatibility
Appendices Refresh Rate Signal Resolution Video Analog HDMI (Hz) SDTV (576i) 768 x 576 SDTV (576p) 768 x 576 SDTV (480i) 640 x 480 SDTV (480p) 640 x 480 3D Input Video Compatibility  Input Timing 1280 x 720p @ 50Hz Top-and-Bottom 1280 x 720p @ 60Hz Top-and-Bottom...
Page 64: Rs232 Commands And Protocol Function List
Appendices RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List RS232 Pin Assignments  RS232 shell is grounded. Spec. Pin no. (from projector side) English...
Page 65: Rs232 Protocol Function List
XX=00-99, projector's ID, Baud Rate : 9600 XX=00 is for all projectors Data Bits: 8 Parity: None 1. There is a <CR> after Optoma X305ST/W305ST/X306ST/W306ST RS232 & Telnet Command Stop Bits: 1 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- all ASCII commands. < > t f a...
Page 66 Appendices --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ~XX37 1 7E 30 30 33 37 20 31 0D Color Space Auto ~XX37 2 7E 30 30 33 37 20 32 0D RGB\RGB(0-255) ~XX37 3 7E 30 30 33 37 20 33 0D ~XX37 4 7E 30 30 33 37 20 34 0D RGB(16 - 235) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ~XX45 n...
Page 67 Appendices Type B model only ~XX310 1 7E 30 30 33 31 30 20 31 0D Internal Speaker ~XX310 0 7E 30 30 33 31 30 20 30 0D Off (0/2 for backward compatible) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ~XX80 1 7E 30 30 38 30 20 31 0D Mute ~XX80 0 7E 30 30 38 30 20 30 0D...
Page 68 ~XX151 1 7E 30 30 31 35 31 20 31 0D Model name (Type A) n:1/2 = X305ST/W305ST (Type B) n:1/2 = X306ST/W306ST ~XX108 1 7E 30 30 31 30 38 20 31 0D Lamp Hours OKbbbb bbbb: LampHour...
Page 69: Wall Mount Installation
Wall Mount Installation 1. To prevent damage to your projector, please use the Optoma ceiling mount. 2. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please ensure the screws used to attach a mount to the projector...
Page 70: Optoma Global Offices
Appendices Optoma Global Offices For service or support please contact your local office. 3178 Laurelview Ct. 888-289-6786 Fremont, CA 94538, USA 510-897-8601 www.optomausa.com services@optoma.com Canada 3178 Laurelview Ct. 888-289-6786 Fremont, CA 94538, USA 510-897-8601 www.optomausa.com services@optoma.com Latin America 3178 Laurelview Ct.
Page 71 Appendices Deutschland Wiesenstrasse 21 W +49 (0) 211 506 6670 D40549 Düsseldorf, +49 (0) 211 506 66799 Germany info@optoma.de Scandinavia Lerpeveien 25 +47 32 98 89 90 3040 Drammen +47 32 98 89 99 Norway info@optoma.no PO.BOX 9515 3038 Drammen...
Page 72: Regulation & Safety Notices
Appendices Regulation & Safety Notices This appendix lists the general notices of your projector. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 73: Operation Conditions
Appendices Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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