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Model VP-12S4 User Guide
TM
DLP Projector
ENGLISH
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IMPORTANT SAFETY CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT OPEN READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) 1. Read these instructions. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL 2. Keep these i
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ENGLISH WARNINGS CAUTION FOREWORD Lamp Handing Precautions – Do not expose the equipment to rain or This section must be read carefully before any • The chance of the lamp breaking is high after DANGER moisture. connection is made to the mains supply. extended use. It is recommended to replace – Do not remove the cover from the equipment. This SHP uses a high voltage glass mercury vapor the lamp when near the end of its designed WARRANTY – Do not insert anything into the equipment lamp. The lamp
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FRANÇAIS AVERTISSEMENTS AVANT-PROPOS Précautions à prendre pour la ATTENTION – Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à Prière de lire ce chapitre avant de brancher • Le risque que la lampe se casse est élevé manipulation de la lampe l’humidité. l’appareil sur le secteur. après une utilisation prolongée. Il est – Ne pas essayer de retirer le boîtier de DANGER recommandé de remplacer la lampe GARANTIE l’appareil. Ce SHP utilise une lampe à vapeur de mercure en lorsqu'elle approche de sa durée de
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ESPAÑOL PROLOGO ADVERTENCIAS Precauciones para la manipulación de la PRECAUCIÓN – No exponga el equipo a la lluvia ni a la Antes de conectar el equipo a la corriente, debe • La probabilidad de que la lámpara se rompa lámpara humedad. leer este capítulo. es alta después de un uso prolongado. Se – No extraiga la tapa del equipo. PELIGRO recomienda recambiar la lámpara cerca de la GARANTIA – No introduzca nada en el interior del equipo a Esta lámpara SHP de vidrio y de alto voltaje fecha de expirac
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PORTUGUÊS INTRODUÇÃO ADVERTÊNCIAS Precauções para o manuseio da lâmpada AVISO – Não exponha o equipamento à chuva nem à Esta secção deverá ser lida antes de efectuar • A probabilidade da lâmpada quebrar aumenta CUIDADO humidade. qualquer ligação àcorrente. depois de um longo período de utilização. É Esta lâmpada SHP é uma lâmpada feita de vidro – Não retire a tampa do equipamento. recomendável substituir a lâmpada quando a GARANTIA que contém vapor de mercúrio a alta pressão. A – Não atire nada
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..................................................................................2 OPERATIONS .......................................................................................................17 Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement ....................................................................2 Menu Structure ...............................................................................................................17 Caution Concerning the
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Caution Concerning the Setup of the Projector IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, avoid humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the projector is subjected to these environments,the lens and part of ventilation holes must be cleaned more often than usual. As long as the projector is properly maintained in this manner, use in these Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement environments will not reduce the overall operation life. Please note that all intern
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FEATURES ACCESSORIES TM Incorporates the latest DMD element -- “.8 720p with DarkChip3 ” (1280 x 720 pixel, 16:9 wide panel). • • Lens Cap x 1 • AC Power Code Using an optimized system for movie viewing with specially designed image circuits and optical parts, the VP-12S4 bring high color reproduction with the pitch black of movie films that reproduces images For USA in rich tones and crisp black. Images are sharply detailed, smooth and high quality owing to a powerful chip that builds into a •
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PROJECTOR LAYOUT AND FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW !0 ON indicator Front and Top View Note: Pixel defects Lights up blue when power is ON. When power is DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) is one of the shut OFF, the lamp flashes for about 1 minute before going out. most advanced technologies for consumer products. The DMD made by high precision 3 9 7 6 5 10 4 11 12 8 !1 STANDBY indicator technology, however some pixel defects may Lights up when the power is turned off. be found on the projected image. We ar
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Rear and Terminals View Bottom View Ventilation holes Ventilation 2 hole IR sensor Ventilation 1 hole 2 3 4 5 6 7 Lamp cover Adjustable feet Lamp cover 1 1 securing screw 8 11 10 9 2 Adjustable feet n TRIG.1(TRIGGER 1) , TRIG.2(TRIGGER 2) z AC IN ( P.8) z Adjustment lever ( P.11) When the unit is turned on, 12V is output. When the Select ON or OFF at each aspect mode, such as Connect the supplied AC power code. Lift the projector and turn the adjustment lever right unit is turned off, no vol
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¡4 USER 7-9 button ( ™6 THEATER (THTR) button ( P.18) P.18) Remote Controller Selects the user mode. Select the Theater picture mode. The user mode is for enjoying images at a user- Theater mode is designed for high fidelity black selected gamma curve. appearance and is good for movie pictures. f INPUT (Input signal select) Every time the button is pressed, the selection Every time THEATER button is pressed, the button ( P.15) rotates in the order of User 7 User 8 User 9. selection rotates
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Preparing the Remote Controller Remote Controller Operational Range Operate the remote controller within a distance of approximately 5m from the IR sensor (remote sensor) 1. Take the cover off the battery case on the on the projector. remote control backside. Notes : Remote control operation may not be possible if the remote control unit’s transmitter is not pointing in the • Do not mix alkaline and manganese batteries. direction of the remote sensor or if there is an obstruction between the tra
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Connection with Video Equipments CONNECTION You can connect this projector to a VCR, DVD player and other video equipment. Connecting a video source using S-VIDEO IN and VIDEO IN terminals. ❖ When making connections be sure to: 1. Connect one of the S-video cable to the S-VIDEO IN terminal, or one end of the video cable to the VIDEO • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. IN terminal on the projector. • Use the proper cables for each connection. 2. Connect the other end of the S-
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Connection with a HD-Video, DVD Player, Satellite, Cable Tuner or PC Advanced Connection You can connect this projector to HD-Video /PC using RGB IN port, or DVD Plyer /Satellite /Cable Tuner You can control total home theater system using PC or Marantz receiver equipment. /PC using HDMI IN port. For installing below system, consult with Marantz authorized dealer. 1. Connect one end of the RGB cable to the RGB IN port, or one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN port on the projector. 2. Connect
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Detail Focusing INITIAL SETTING You can strictly focus the image with focus pattern. 1. Press the PATTERN button to project the focus pattern on the screen. Turning on the Power STANDBY ON PATTERN 1. Connect the supplied AC power cord. ( P.8) 2. Press the ON button on the remote controller or the / I button on the projector. V-MUTE MENU The ON indicator lights up. ENTER STANDBY ON PATTERN V-MUTE MENU 2. Turn the Focus ring to make an adjustment. Adjust the focus for the sharpest image possible
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Adjusting the Image Position Adjusting the Height You can adjust the image position with the Lens Shift knob. You can position the projected image by changing the height of the projector’s adjusters. 1. Move the adjuster lever to the left or right to ❖ Turn the Lens Shift knob to clockwise : The image goes up. enable adjuster changing. Carefully lift the projector. Counterclockwise 2. Once having positioned the projector, return the adjuster lever as before to lock in place. Check the adjusters
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INSTALLATION Recommended Setting ❖ Installing on a tabletop ❖ Mounting on the ceiling Screen Screen Screen upper end Screen upper end Height from installing Range from light axis to upper end level to light axis Light axis (center) Range from light axis to upper end Light axis (center) Height from installing level to light axis Installing level Screen lower end Screen lower end Projection distance Projection distance lens head lens head CAUTION – For ceiling installation, consult with Marantz au
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Screen Size and Projection Distance (inch) VP-12S4 Screen Size and Projection Distance (mm) VP-12S4 Screen size Screen size (Diagonal) (Diagonal) VP-12S1 VP-12S1 Projection distance Projection distance ❖ 16 : 9 Screen ❖ 16 : 9 Screen 16:9 Screen Size (1.77:1 Aspect Ratio) Projection Distance 16:9 Screen Size (1.77:1 Aspect Ratio) Projection Distance Diagonal Width Height Minimum Maximum Diagonal Width Height Minimum Maximum In case of displaying the 16:9 In case of displaying the 16:9 inch inc
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Lens shift position ❖ Standard condition (From -100% to +170%) ❖ Extended mounting condition (From +170% to +200%) Screen Position 0.15H Up More +200% Screen Position +170% +170% (+100%) 0.85H Up VP-12S4 VP-12S4 0% (Center) 0% (Center) VP-12S1 VP-12S1 0.5H Down -100% About Extended mounting conditions The VP-12S4 has a very flexible lens shift arrangement that allows mounting the projector above the screen possibly eliminating the need for a mounting pole. For the VP-12S4 the projector can be
