Mitsubishi Electric HC100 User Manual

Mitsubishi Electric HC100 User Manual

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HOME THEATER DLP™ PROJECTOR
MODEL
HC100

User Manual

HC100
This User Manual is important to you.
Please read it before using your projector.
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    HOME THEATER DLP™ PROJECTOR MODEL HC100 User Manual HC100 This User Manual is important to you. Please read it before using your projector. http://www.pureglare.com.au...
  • Page 2 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. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Asking for installation ........................30 Troubleshooting ..........................31 Indicators ............................34 Specifications ..........................35 Declaration of Conformity Model Number : HC100 Trade Name : MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC Responsible party : Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc. 9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A Telephone number : +1-(949) 465-6000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    Important safeguards Power sources Please read all these instructions regarding your pro- This projector should be operated only from the jector and retain them for future reference. Follow all type of power source indicated on the marking warnings and instructions marked on the projector. label.
  • Page 5 Do not touch Air outlet grille and WARNING: Bottom plate which becomes hot. Unplug immediately if there is Do not touch them or put other equipment in front something wrong with your projector. of Air outlet grille. The heated Air outlet grille and Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes Bottom plate may cause injury or damage to other out of your projector.
  • Page 6: Preparating Your Projector

    Preparating your projector Checking accessories The following accessories are provided with this projector. Check to be sure that all of the accessories are packed in the package. Cables Mini D-SUB D-SUB 9-pin 15-pin Mini D-SUB 8-pin 15-pin RS-232C cable Audio/Video cable S-video cable RGB cable for PC (246C478-10)
  • Page 7 Overview 1 FOCUS ring 2 ZOOM ring 3 Control panel 4 Air outlet grille 5 Remote control sensor (Front) 6 Air inlet grille 7 Air outlet grille 8 Terminal board 9 Kensington Security Lock Standard connector 10 Air inlet grille Control area 1 POWER button 2 AUTO POSITION / {...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Preparating your projector (Continue) Bottom side 1 Adjustment foot (Front) 2 Lamp cover 3 Adjustment feet (Rear) Caution: Do not replace the lamp immediately after using the projector because the lamp would be extremely hot and it may cause burns. Remote control 1 ON ( I ) button 2 DVI-D(HDCP) button...
  • Page 9: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control Operational range of the remote control • Keep the remote control photo-sensor out of direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light. • Keep the remote control photo-sensor at least 2 m away from fluorescent lamps. Otherwise, the Front of projector Rear of projector remote control may malfunction.
  • Page 10: Setting Up Your Projector

    Setting up your projector Setting up the screen Install the screen perpendicularly to the projector. If the screen can not be installed in such a way, adjust the projection angle of the projector. (See below.) • Install the screen and projector so that the projector’s lens is placed at the same height and horizontal posi- tion of the screen center.
  • Page 11: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Screen size and projection distance Refer to the following table to determine the screen size. Screen size Center of the lens (Width of the projected image) Projected distance (L) When the aspect ratio of the screen is 4:3, the posi- tional relation between the projected image and the Screen size screen is as shown on the right.
  • Page 12: Viewing Video Images

    Viewing video images A. Connecting the projector to video equipment Preparations: • Make sure that the power of the projector and that of the video equipment are turned off. Basic home theater system connection COMPONENT VIDEO IN Video player DVD player Set-top box or digital tuner EN-12 http://www.pureglare.com.au...
  • Page 13: Connecting To A Dvd Player

    Connecting to a Video player, etc. Video player, or the like 1. Connect one end (yellow) of the supplied audio/video cable to the VIDEO terminal of the projector. 2. Connect one end (white and red) of the supplied audio/ To audio output video cable to the audio input terminals (L/MONO, R) of terminals...
  • Page 14 Viewing video images (continued) Connecting to video equipment having a DVI-D terminal You can project high-quality images by connecting the DVI-D terminal of this projector to video equipment having a DVI-D output terminal. In addition, this projector supports HDCP and is able to receive encrypted digital video data that are output from DVD players.
  • Page 15 C. Projecting images Preparation: • Remove the lens cap. • Turn on the power of the connected video equipment. FOCUS ring COMPONENT button POWER OFF ON ( I ) button ZOOM ring DVI-D (HDCP) COMPONENT VIDEO button COMP VIDEO COMPUTER S-VIDEO button S-VIDEO ENTER...
  • Page 16 Viewing video images (continued) POWER OFF OFF ( ) button DVI-D (HDCP) COMPONENT COMP VIDEO COMPUTER POWER button POWER STATUS S-VIDEO ENTER MENU ASPECT COLOR TEMP C.T. GAMMA VOLUME AUTO POSITION A.P. To stop projecting: 8. Press the POWER button on the projector or the OFF ( ) button on the remote control. •...
  • Page 17: Setting The Aspect Ratio

    Setting the aspect ratio You can change the aspect ratio of the input video signal (or the ratio of width to height of the image). Change the setting according to the type of the input video signal. EXPAND 4 : 3 16 : 9 Projects images Projects images...
  • Page 18: Viewing Computer Images

    Viewing computer images A. Connecting the projector to a computer Preparation: • Make sure that the power of the projector and that of the computer are turned off. • When connecting the projector to a desktop computer, disconnect the RGB cables that are connected to the monitor.
  • Page 19 C. Projecting images Preparation: • Remove the lens cap. • Turn on the power of the connected computer. FOCUS ring POWER OFF ON ( I ) button ZOOM ring DVI-D (HDCP) COMPONENT DVI-D(HDCP) button COMP VIDEO COMPUTER COMPUTER button S-VIDEO ENTER MENU ASPECT...
  • Page 20 Viewing computer images (continued) POWER OFF OFF ( ) button DVI-D (HDCP) COMPONENT COMP VIDEO COMPUTER POWER button POWER STATUS S-VIDEO ENTER MENU ASPECT COLOR TEMP C.T. GAMMA VOLUME AUTO POSITION A.P. To stop projecting: 8. Press the POWER button on the projector or the OFF ( ) button on the remote control. •...
  • Page 21: Menu Operation

    Menu operation • Menus are not displayed when no signal is supplied to the projector. IMAGE CONTRAST 0 - 60 ± 30 BRIGHTNESS CineRichColor AUTO, 0 - 10 sRGB ON , OFF COLOR TEMP. 9300K CONTRAST R 0 - 60 6500K CONTRAST B 0 - 60...
  • Page 22 Menu operation (continued) Available settings in the menus Set the following items on their relevant menus. 1. IMAGE menu 2.INSTALLATION menu 3. FEATURE menu 4.SIGNAL menu opt. opt. opt. opt. SVGA60 SVGA60 SVGA60 SVGA60 IMAGE FEATURE INSTALLATION SIGNAL CONTRAST MENU POSITION KEYSTONE HORIZ.
  • Page 23 3. FEATURE menu ITEM SETTING FUNCTION MENU POSITION 2 positions Use to change the position of the menu. CINEMA MODE AUTO The film mode will be automatically activated when a film source signal is inputted. The film mode will not be activated. VIDEO SIGNAL 8 positions When AUTO is selected, the appropriate video format is automatically...
  • Page 24: Adjusting Projected Images

    Adjusting projected images To adjust the brightness (CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS): You can make adjustments for the brightness of the projected image using the menu. (See Page 21 for menu setting.) 1. Display the IMAGE menu. 2. Select CONTRAST or BRIGHTNESS by pressing the { or } button. 3.
  • Page 25 To adjust the tone of white (COLOR TEMP.): You can select a preset color temperature (white tone) using the menu. (See Page 21 for menu setting.) 1. Display the IMAGE menu. 2. Select COLOR TEMP. by pressing the { or } button. 3.
  • Page 26 Adjusting projected images (continued) This projector automatically and properly projects video signals supplied from the computer. However, some video signals may not be projected, depending on the type of the computer. In such a case, press the AUTO POSITION button. (See Page 20.) When the signal is still not projected properly, adjust the projected image using the SIGNAL menu.
  • Page 27: Advanced Features

    Advanced features To cancel the password function: Password function 1. Display the FEATURE menu. This projector is equipped with the password func- 2. Press the { or } button to select PASSWORD tion that is designed for wrong operation by children FUNCTION.
  • Page 28: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing the lamp This projector is equipped with a lamp to project images. This lamp is a consumable. It may burn out or its brightness may decrease during use. In such cases, replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible. Be sure to replace the lamp with a new lamp separately sold that is exclusive to this projector.
  • Page 29 To replace the lamp: 1. Reverse the projector gently. 2. Loosen the screw (a) using a Phillips screwdriver (+), and remove the lamp cover (b). 3. Loosen the screws (c) using a Phillips screwdriver (+). 4. Pull up the handle. 5.
  • Page 30: Asking For Installation

    Asking for installation To view images projected by the ceiling- To view images projected on the translucent mounted projector from the front: screen from behind: When the projector is installed on the ceiling, the Be sure to ask a certified installation specialist for special ceiling mount bracket, which is separately installation of the projector.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before asking for repair of the projector, check the following. If the symptom persists, stop using the projector, be sure to unplug the power plug, and then contact your dealer. No image appears on the screen. Problem Solution Power can not be •...
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting (continued) No image appears on the screen. (Continued) Problem Solution "NO SIGNAL" is • Turn on the power of the connected device, or check whether there is something displayed. wrong with the connected device. • Check whether the external device outputs signals. (Check this especially when the external device is a notebook computer.) •...
  • Page 33 Others Problem Solution The exhaust vents • This air comes out after cooling the inside of the projector. You may feel hot, but emit warm air. this is not a malfunction. No audio is output. • Check that the volume isn't set to low. •...
  • Page 34: Indicators

    Indicators This projector has two indicators, each of which shows the operation condition of the projector. The following offer solutions to possible problems. If these problem persist, turn the projector off and consult your dealer. POWER indicator STATUS indicator Normal condition POWER NOTE STATUS...
  • Page 35: Specifications

    Specifications The specifications and outside appearance of the projector are subject to change without prior notice. Type DLP™ projector Model HC100 0.55-inch Single chip DMD (Aspect ratio 16:9) Display Technology Pixel 854 x 480 = 409920 pixels Projection lens F 2.4 - 2.7 f= 19 - 23 mm...
  • Page 36 Specifications (continued) Specification of RGB signals in each computer mode of the projector Signal mode Resolution Horizontal Vertical Normal mode (H x V) frequency (kHz) frequency (Hz) (H x V)*1 TV60, 480i(525i) – 15.73 59.94 854 x 480 TV50, 576i(625i) –...
  • Page 37 :projector.info@meuk.mee.com Technical Phone :+44 (870) 606 5008 :+44 (1506) 431927 E-mail :projector.info@meuk.mee.com Russia (Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V Moscow Representative Office) 52, bldg.5, Kosmodamianskaya Nab, 113054, Moscow, Russian Federation Sales Phone :+7 (095) 721 2070 :+7 (095) 721 2071 Technical Phone...

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