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Polaroid 215EPolaview User's Manual

1. a MENU button c MENU Button remote control b Adjust A V 4 P buttons d Adjust A V 4 P buttons remote control L Press MENU to display the menu RGB ADJUST gt RGB SYNC MENU SET UP PROJECTOR LANGUAGE SPRACHE LANGUE IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH Aor SET PUSH END PUSH MENU 2 Press A or Y to select RGB SYNC MENU and then press lt or gt to display the screen RGB SYNC MENU RGB SYNC MENU VGA60 H 31 5KHz VGA60 H 31 5KHz V 60 Hz v 60 Hz gt V POST H POST H SIZE PHASE a SELECT PUSH Ao AY END PUSH MENU 3 Press A or Y to select and then press or B to display the item to be adjusted English 41 Getting started Adjustments for RGB input Press A or Y to adjust as described below The setting will be displayed by numerals and a bar Press MENU once to return to the RGB SYNC MENU menu or three times to exit V POSI Vertical Position Control Adjust the vertical position within the projection screen Press lt 4 to move down or B to move up projection screen H POSI Horizontal Position Control Adjust the horizontal position within the projection screen Press to move left or B to move right H Horizontal SIZE Control Adjust the data display timing and attain the correct horizontal image size Press lt 4 or B to eliminate the vertical stripes that appear on the computer screen PHASE Control Adjust
2. a MODE button e Adjust A V 4 P buttons b MENU button remote control c Adjust A V lt gt buttons f MENU button remote control d MODE button remote control L Press MENU to display the menu RGB S VIDEO VIDEO gt RGB CHE RGB SYNC MENU Pan UP PROJECTOR L UAGE SPRACHE LANGUE SPRACHE LANGUE IDIOMA LINGUA IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH AG AoT SELECT PUSH Ao GE END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU 2 Press A or Y to select RGB ADJUST or VIDEO ADJUST and then press lt or B to display the screen Three different sets of control adjustments can be memorized for different projection situations English 39 Getting started Adjustments for input image Recall standard settings 3 Press MODE repeatedly to choose one of the three memory modes for adjustment page 45 RGB ADJUST MODE 1 pan ADJUST MODE 1 gt BRIGHTNESS 0 ll gt COLOR PICTURE choses TINT OS 0 ss BRIGHTNESS 0 Oo a 0 COLOR R LEVEL PICTURE G LEVEL SHARPNESS B LEVEL RGB ADJUST MODE 1 VIDEO ADJUST MODE 1 gt BRIGHTNESS 5 m Press A or Y to select and then press or P to display the item to be adjusted Press d or B to adjust as described below The setting will be displayed by numerals and a bar Press MENU once to return to the RGB ADJUST or VIDEO ADJUST menu or three times to exit COLOR control Adjust color intensity level S Video or video m
3. EN o PEN o 0o a Remote control sensor e Lens cap holder b Air outlet port f Air filter c Carrying handle g Lamp cover screws d Adjusters h Lamp cover 16 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Getting started How to use the remote control unit You can use the remote control unit in place of the computer s mouse Note If PC Card or Video mode is selected as the input signal mode for the LCD projector the ProMouse feature cannot be used This includes the Pointer Stamp and Line functions A POWER FREEZE SHUTTER BOO MUTE VOLUME MODE MENU INPUT STANDARD LIGHT POINTER a Click 2 button c Pointer button b Mouse button d Click 1 button POINTER button Each press will change the mouse cursor mode as shown below Alias gt Pointer gt Stamp gt Line M ouse button This can be used in place of the computer s mouse pointing device to move the screen cursor cursor button Click 1 button This button corresponds to the button on a single button mouse or to the left button on a standard mouse with two buttons e When this button is pressed in Stamp mode you can mark the screen with a stamp e When this button is held down and used with the mouse button in Line mode you can paint a line on the screen Click 2 button This button corresponds to the right button on
4. Before you begin e Turn off the power supply of each system component before connecting any of the components e If necessary cables for connecting any of the system components are not supplied with the component or available as an optional accessory you may need to obtain them yourself Diagram numbers correspond to the numbers in the computer cables amp adapters computer RGB signal chart see page 22 Audio system Computer Computer monitor cable Audio cable not included not included Des SS I yg bid o S VIDEO VIDEO IN L AUDIOIN R RS232C Connector f jacks on left side of computer a RS 232C 25 pin adapter 6 d PC audio cable 3 b RS 232C cable 4 e RS 232C 9 pin adapter 5 c VGA cable 1 f VGA Mac adapter 2 Note e The RGB input accepts signals from VGA SVGA XGA Compression and MAC compatible computers without the need for any additional hardware e Plug the VGA signal cable supplied correctly into the RGB IN terminal on the LCD projector and the RGB signal output terminal on your computer Secure the plugs by tightening the thumb screws When connecting the LCD projector to a Macintosh series computer first connect the VGA MAC adapter supplied to the RGB signal input terminal on your computer Then firmly plug the VGA signal cable into both the RGB IN terminal on the LCD projector and the VGA MAC adapter on the computer Secure the pl
5. System requirements 58 ProMouse installation 58 To open the ProMouse Software 59 Using ProMouse Software 59 To start the ProMouse Control feature 59 To Use the Auto Setup feature 60 ProMouse Software details 60 Appendix Maintenance 62 Warning Indications 62 Status Code Display Indications 62 Cleaning the Air Filter 63 Cleaning procedure 63 Lamp Replacement 65 Lamp replacement period 65 Lamp replacement procedure 66 Before Requesting Service 69 Where to get help 69 Specifications 70 Polaroid Three Year Limited Warranty 72 U S A and Canada 72 Outside the U S A and Canada 72 Polaroid Offices and Service Centers 73 English 3 4 Polview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide General information General information Caution This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the use
6. 832 dots 12 800 ps 1024 dots F Front Porch 0 559 ps 32 dots 0 400 ps 4 dots Vertical frequency 74 550 Hz 74 9266 Hz A Period 13 414 ms 667 lines 13 346 ms 804 lines B Blanking 0 865 ms 43 lines 0 597 ms 36 lines C Sync Width 0 060 ms 3 lines 0 050 ms 3 lines D Back Porch 0 784 ms 39 lines 0 498 30 lines E Active Time 12 549 ms 624 lines 12 749 ms 768 lines F Front Porch 0 020 ms 1 line 0 050 ms 3 lines Sync Polarity H V Negative Negative Note Because some lines are omitted picture degradation may occur English 29 Getting started Tuming on the power 1 Turning the power on and off If the MAIN power switch on the LCD projector is pressed while the cooling fan is still operating the operating life of the projector lamp will be shortened Be sure to follow the procedure outlined below when turning the LCD projector power supply on and off 2 a POWER button STANDBY R c AC socket ON G indicator d POWER button b MAIN power switch remote control Insert the power cord into the LCD projector AC socket and connect it to a properly grounded wall outlet Set the MAIN power switch on the LCD projector to ON The STANDBY R ON G indicator lights red The first time you turn on the power or whenever the STANDBY R ON G ind
7. Polaroid LCD Projector User s Guide Table of contents General information Declaration of Conformity 6 Important safeguards 7 Introduction LCD projector features 10 Contents of the LCD projector box 12 Parts list and accessories 13 Remote control unit 13 Before using the remote control 14 Battery replacement caution 14 LCD projector 15 LCD projector back bottom 16 Getting started How to use the remote control unit 17 Setting up the LCD projector 18 Positioning the LCD projector 18 Adjusting the lens 19 Rear screen mode projection 19 Connecting the LCD projector 20 Connecting to a computer RGB signal 20 Connecting to audio video output equipment S VIDEO VIDEO signal 21 Computer cables amp adapters 22 Pin assignments 23 Setting the DIP Switches 24 Factory preset timing 26 Turning the power on and off 30 Turning on the power 30 Turning off the power 31 Positioning the LCD projector and screen 31 Basic LCD projector operation 33 Special effects while projecting 34 English 1 Using other useful functions Selecting the Language for On Screen Displays for Model PV215E C only Selecting the Video System Format Turning off the input signal display Disabling the POWER button on the remote control unit Canceling the enlarging scanning line conversion function Changing to 16 9 wide screen format Blue S
8. Select Run from the Windows Start menu 4 Typein A SET UP E XE and click OK It is assumed that your 3 5 inch 1 44MB floppy disk drive is assigned as drive A If not replace A with the appropriate letter To open the ProMouse Software Select Programs gt ProMouse gt ProMouse from the Windows Start Menu e The ProMouse Menu screen will appear English 55 Getting started Using the ProMouse Software The setting window will appear when the ProMouse software is started up Caen EE Den iva Karan To start the ProMouse Control feature Follow the steps below Please refer to ProMouse Software details below for detailed settings K Pook ouse L Select the O ption gt Communication Setting Select and set COM1 or COM2 2 Click Start in the lower right corner of the setting window The ProMouse Control feature will start and the setting window will be minimized To Use the Auto Setup feature The signal mode is identified and the vertical position horizontal position horizontal size and phase are automatically adjusted Click on Auto Setup at the bottom of the setting window e You may also select Option gt Auto Setup e The on screen display at right will appear during auto adjustment F AUTO SETUP e Auto Setup may not be possible with some computer types ProMouse Software details File Menu e Save Saves
9. the longer it will take from when or B is pressed to project the picture How to edit using the Album Display feature While confirming images displayed in an album you can change the image display order and move images to another Folder using simple mouse operations Changing the image display order in Folder L Select the image you want to move 2 Drag the selected image and drop it into an image in the desired location The selected image is inserted in front of the image it was dropped into The file name numbers are renewed automatically select D drop into 52 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Moving the images between Folders L Open the Folder containing the image to be moved and the destination Folder 2 Select the image that you want to move select B _ drop into pr 3 D rag the selected image and drop it into the destination Folder The selected image is inserted in front of the image that it was dropped into The file numbers are renewed automatically Displaying full screen images for confirmation L Double click the image that you want to confirm The image fills the entire screen N ote Click the mouse or press any button on the keyboard to return the screen to the Album display Deleting images L Select the image that you want to delete 2 Select D elete G raphic file from Folder from File menu The image will be delete
10. 216 Screen size 20 300 measured diagonally Projection throw distance 0 97 m 15 8 m 3 18 5 1 84 Lens axis shift 1 9 Low position Color systems PAL SECAM NTSC PAL M PAL N NTSC4 43 VIDEO input signal 1Vp p sync negative 7522 terminated S VIDEO input signal Y luminance signal 1 Vp p sync negative 7522 terminated C chrominance signal burst 0 286 Vp p 75Q terminated RGB input signal Video signal RGB analogue 0 7 Vp p 1 0 Vp p with sync on green 752 Unlimited number of colors Syne signal H V separate H V composite or sync on green H Frequency 24 83 60 24 kHz TTL Level Refer to page 26 V Frequency 56 25 85 1 Hz TTL Level Refer to page 26 RGB output signal RGB RGB analogue 0 7 VP p 1 0 Vp p with sync on green 754 HD SYNC Same polarity as HD SYNC terminal of RGB IN connector TTL Level VD Same polarity as VD terminal of RGB IN connector TTL Level Connectors S Video input Mini DIN 4 pin X 1 Video input RCA pin X 1 Video Audio input RCA pin X 2 L R Serial port RS 232C Mini DIN 8 pin X 1 RGB display input D sub HD 15 pin X 1 RGB audio input M3 stereo mini pin X 1 RGB display output D sub HD 15 pin X 1 Audio output M3 stereo mini pin X 1 PC card slot PCMCIA Type II X 1 Controls Cabinet buttons Switches MAIN POWER ON OFF VOLUME MODE MENU INPUT A V GB Release Remote control unit buttons Power ON OFF Freeze
11. ATA Flash Card data Using this software JPEG Viewer you can save the image displayed on the PC screen as a JPEG file to a PC Card ATA Flash Card And if you insert the PC Card into this LCD projector you can project the image using the JPEG Image playback feature See page 48 Automatic Universal Power Supply with automatic power down This unit has an operating voltage range of 100 240 V AC The lamp power is automatically turned off if there is no input signal for 15 minutes 10 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Introduction Video board This LCD projector accepts input signals in all major video formats including PAL SECAM NTSC PAL M PAL N and NTSC4 43 as well as the higher quality S VIDEO signals Equipped with a variety of convenient functions A variety of functions such as the following have been provided e A blue screen is projected when no signal is being input e Mute or freeze functions for video and audio signals can be toggled on and off e The input signal display function can be toggled on and off e Cancellation of the enlarging function is provided e 16 9 wide screen projection is provided e The function of the POWER button on the remote control unit can be disabled e Rear screen projection is provided English 11 Introduction Contents of the LCD projector box Please confirm that the following items are packed in the LCD projector box They are provided to h
12. Causeway Bay Tel 852 2894 0333 Fax 852 2895 1382 Italia Polaroid Italia S p A Via Piave 11 21051 Arcisate Varese Tel 39 332 470031 Fax 39 332 478249 Japan Nippon Polaroid Kabushiki Kaisha Mori Building No 30 Toranomon 3 2 2 Minato ku Tokyo 105 Tel 81 3 3438 8811 Fax 81 3 3433 3537 M xico Polaroid de M xico S A de C V Paseo de la Reforma 195 Piso 17 C P 06500 M xico D F Tel 52 5 703 1111 Fax 52 5 566 0505 Del interior al 91 800 70 727 Ventas 91 800 70 747 Nederland Polaroid Nederland B V Zonnebaan 45 3606 CH Maarssen PO Box 1219 3600 BE Maarssen Tel 31 30 241 0420 Fax 31 30 241 1969 Reparaties Polaroid Europe B V Hoge Bothofstraat 45 7511 ZA Enschede Tel 31 53 486 5050 Tel 32 53 486 9905 73 New Zealand Polaroid New Zealand Ltd 24 26 Anzac Avenue Auckland Tel 64 9 377 3773 Norge Polaroid Norge A S Industriveien 8B 1473 Sk rer Norway Tlf 47 67 90 47 10 Fax 47 67 90 51 73 Osterreich Polaroid Ges m b H Eitnergasse 5A 1231 Wien Austria Tel 43 1 869 86 27 Fax 43 1 869 81 00 Portugal Polaroid Espa a S A Sucursal em Portugal Edificio Monumental Avenida Praia da Vit ria 71 A 42B 1050 Lisboa Tel 351 1 316 10 49 Fax 351 1 316 10 56 Puerto Rico Polaroid Caribbean Corporation Centro de Seguros Ave Ponce de L e n 701 Miramar Santurce 00907 Tel 1 80
13. IEC801 3 IEC801 4 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 73 23 EEC EN 60950 Al A2 A3 Thank you for purchasing the Polaroid Polaview PV215E LCD Projector one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today Used properly it will bring you years of service Please take time to fill in the information below The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your LCD projector You ll want to keep this information handy as your convenient LCD projector information source For your own protection and prolonged operation of your LCD projector please be sure to read the Important safeguards carefully before use Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No Model No PV215E Serial No Polaroid and Polaview are trademarks of Polaroid Corporation Cambridge MA U S A Other product brand names may be trademarks of the respective owners 6 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide General information Important safeguards Caution Please read all of these instructions before you operate your LCD projector Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3 GSGV January 18 1991 The sound pressure level at the operator position is equal or less than 44dB A according to 1507779 However this is when the ambient temperature is less than 30 C Electrical energy can perform many useful f
14. LEVEL ADJUST screen RGB ADJUST VIDEO ADJUST MODE R LEVEL AD EES Press or gt to adjust the R G or B Level The setting will be displayed by numerals and a bar Example of adjustment R LEVEL Press B to strengthen the red component Press lt 4 to weaken the red component Press MENU once to return to the RGB ADJUST or VIDEO ADJUST menu or three times to exit Selecting the picture Press MODE on the LCD projector or remote control unit to select the desired memory picture mode When MODE is pressed the preset setting will first be displayed on the screen for about 5 seconds Each time you press MODE the display will change as shown below TN MODE2 MODE3 p English 45 Getting started Projecting PC Card ATA Flash Card data Using this software JPEG Viewer you can save the image displayed on the PC screen as a JPEG file to a PC Card ATA Flash Card If you insert the PC Card in this LCD projector you can project using the JPEG Image Playback feature Follow the instructions below to use this feature Caution It is possible that this feature will not operate correctly with all PC Cards Operating performance of the following PC Card makers is verified ATA Flash Card Panasonic H itachi T DK SanD isk After purchasing a PC Card perform Normal format with Windows 95 before using it Follow the instructions below when projecting image data saved on the PC Card Se
15. Tools required Vacuum cleaner Wait until the cooling fan stops and the STANDBY R ON G indicator turns solid red L Set the MAIN power switch to OFF and unplug the power cord MAIN power switch 2 Place the LCD projector up on its side as illustrated indent air filter unit English 63 Appendix 3 Remove the air filter unit Hold the indent on the air filter unit with your hands and pull the air filter unit out of the LCD projector 4 Clean the filter Gently remove any accumulated dust from the air filter unit with your vacuum cleaner crevice attachment Caution Operating the LCD projector with a torn or damaged air filter may cause damage to the LCD projector 5 Replace the air filter unit Slide the air filter unit into the LCD projector until the hollows in the air filter unit are aligned with the hollows in the LCD projector 00000000000 IR 000000000000 000000000000 000000000000 000200000000 Note The LCD projector power cannot be turned on unless the air filter unit is correctly installed 64 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Appendix Lamp Replacement Warning If Status Code L n see page 62 is displayed on the Status Code Display when lamp is not turned on take the LCD Projector to your nearest Service Center for repair as there is danger of injury due to lamp fragments Lamp replacement period The LCD projector lamp has a limited operat
16. a standard mouse with two buttons e When in mouse cursor mode Pointer Stamp or Line you can return to mouse mode by pressing this button English 17 Getting started Side view Front view Setting up the LCD projector Place the LCD projector on a stable flat surface according to the LCD projector screen relative position chart on page 32 Positioning the LCD projector Caution Depending on the relative position ofthe LCD projector and the screen improper adjustments may cause picture distortion Lo prevent the LCD from wobbling make sure both adjusters see below are in firm contact with the support surface projected image center center L screen center the projected image on the screen Lota Original picture position Picture position after adjustment it Md adjusters To raise the projector turn the adjusters to the right To lower the projector turn the adjusters to the left Note For a distortion free picture it is very important that the LCD projector be positioned so that it is perfectly horizontal If necessary turn the adjusters in either direction to make fine adjustments 18 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Adjusting the lens If the LCD projector is not set up so that it is horizontal it will not be possible to obtain a distortion free picture Turn the adjusters in either direction to make fine adjus
17. earthed plug The 3 prong earthed plug will fit only into a earthing type power outlet If the plug does not fit use an adapter that is properly earthed or have an electrician install an earthing type outlet Do not attempt to modify this AC plug For added protection for the LCD projector during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or not in use for long periods of time unplug it from the power point and disconnect any cable systems This will prevent damage to the projector due to lightning and power line surges Do not overload power points and extension cords with too many products because this can result in fire or electric shock Never push objects of any kind into the LCD projector through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts which could result in a fire or electric shock Do not attempt to service the LCD projector yourself Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug the LCD projector equipment from the power point and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the LCD projector c Ifthe LCD projector has been exposed to rain or water d Ifthe LCD projector does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions Adjust only those controls th
18. not match e The signal connection pin assignments may not have been set correctly No sound can be heard e The audio signal source may not be connected properly e The volume adjustment may be at the lowest possible setting e The MUTE function or Audio Video SHUTTER function may be active The remote control unit does not operate e The batteries may be spent or they may not be inserted correctly e There may be an object blocking the infrared signals between the remote control unit and the projector e The remote control unit may be out of the operating range CARD NG appears on screen e A PC Card that is not compatible with this LCD projector is inserted Where to get help If at any time you need help e Check Before Requesting Service above e Call your dealer s technical support line and explain your problem e Call Polaroid Corporation Refer to listing of Polaroid offices and service centers English 69 Appendix Specifications LCD panels 0 9 Polysilicon LCD panel X3 RGB shutter method using translucent TN crystal panels Drive method Active Matrix 4 3 aspect ratio panels TFT Thin Film Transistor No of pixels 480 000 800 x 600 stripe pixels x 3 panels Lens 1 1 3 zoom lens F2 5 2 7 f37 48mm manual focus Projector lamp 150 W High Pressure Mercury Lamp Contrast ratio 150 1 Brightness 600 lumens Number of colors 16 777
19. the bottom of the setting window e You may also select Option Auto Setup e The on screen display at right will appear during auto adjustment e Auto Setup may not be possible with some AUTO SETUP computer types ProMouse Software details File Menu e Save Saves the current window status You may also click Save in the lower left corner of the setting window e Quit Quits the ProMouse Control feature Option Menu e Clear Screen Deletes all the lines or stamp marks written on the screen e Mouse Setting The dialog box shown at right will appear Sets the movement speed of the mouse using the remote control unit Mouse Speed Apple Menu e Version Displays a dialogue box indicating the version of the software Window Setting e Pointer Shape Selects the indicating pointer mark on the screen The currently selected pointer mark appears at the left of this row e Stamp Selects the indicator stamp mark on the screen The currently selected stamp mark appears at the left end of this row e Remote Key Action You can program the A Y lt and B keys as personal computer shortcut keys 60 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started H ow to program L Click on the remote key you want to be programmed in the setting window Planas presa ang key with combination to assign Remota Kay The screen shown at right will appear 2 Operate the desired shortcut command on the PC The
20. the current window status You may also click Save in the lower left corner of the setting window e Exit Quits the ProMouse Control feature 56 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Option Menu e Clear Screen Deletes all the lines or stamp marks written on the screen e Mouse Setting The dialog shown below will appear Sets the movement speed of the mouse using the remote control unit Ses tha move ien speed al ha nore Current Spoad 73 Sos 4 Help Menu e Contents Displays help information for the software e Version Information Displays a dialogue box indicating the version of the software Window Setting e Pointer Shape Selects the indicating pointer mark on the screen The currently selected pointer mark appears at the left end of this row e Stamp Selects the indicator stamp mark on the screen The currently selected stamp mark appears at the left end of this row e Remote Key Action You can program the A Y lt and B keys as personal computer shortcut keys H ow to program L Click on the remote key you EA You can program he arrow button ag PG short cut kay want to be programmed in the setting window Push Ze key you want to program Mae traa buttons The screen shown at right Car Screen will appear 2 Operate the desired shortcut command on the Co 4 Cinca PC and click OK The key selected in step 1 will be programmed with the shortcut command ope
21. the vertical line strength so that text is readable Press lt or B to eliminate the flicker localized noise that appears on the computer screen 42 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started PC Output Timing Relative Value Chart Vertical Horizontal Horizontal Model position position size IBM 640 x 350 at 70 Hz 30 30 50 50 50 90 IBM 640 x 350 at 70 Hz IBM 640 x 480 at 60 Hz 30 30 50 50 50 90 MAC II 640 x 480 30 30 50 50 50 90 MAC 16 832 x 624 30 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 640 x 350 at 85 Hz 30 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 640 x 400 at 85 Hz VESA 640 x 480 at 72 Hz 26 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 640 x 480 at 75 Hz 14 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 640 x 480 at 85 Hz 23 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 800 x 600 at 56 Hz 19 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 800 x 600 at 60 Hz 22 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 800 x 600 at 72 Hz 24 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 800 x 600 at 75 Hz 19 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 800 x 600 at 85 Hz 25 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 1024 x 768 at 60 Hz 30 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 1024 x 768 at 70 Hz 30 30 50 50 50 90 VESA 1024 x 768 at 75 Hz 29 30 50 50 50 90 MAC 19 1024 x 768 27 30 50 50 50 90 English 43 Getting started Adjusting the white balance The picture may become over saturated with red or blue color Also the white shade may not be the desired degree of whiteness In such cases you can a
22. to a computer Refer to page 22 for a list of cables and adapters a Signal connector D Sub HD 15 pin PC AT compatible model Connect the signal cable to the D Sub HD 15 pin connector on the LCD project unit b Signal connector D Sub 15 pin MAC to convert a MAC D Sub 15 pin connector to a D Sub HD 15 pin connector connect a VGA MAC adapter included to the D Sub 15 pin connector and then to the D Sub HD 15 pin connector on the LCD projector Be sure to set the DIP switches on the VGA MAC adapter to your display type See Setting the DIP Switches on page 24 Macintosh VGA Gs 00000000 0000000 6 Earth for red video signal Red video signal Unused Green video signal Earth for green video signal Earth for green video signal Unused arth for blue video signal Blue video signal o y CH el N g o 11 Earth 12 Vertical synchronising signal 13 Earth for blue video signal 14 Earth 15 Horizontal synchronising signal Note When using a Composite Sync Output type Macintosh please use a Composite Sync type VGA MAC adapter pin 3 and pin 13 are connected English 23 Getting started Setting the DIP Find the resolution of your display type on the table shown at left also on the Switches adapter Then set each DIP switch that is indicated by a mark to ON RESOLUTION DIP SWITCHES 5 1 21 MULTIMODE 17 MULTIMODE 13 MULTIMODE
23. 1cm 80 inches 10 50 13 45 ft 3 2 4 1m 5 25 ft 1 6m 3 94 ft 1 2m 3 54 ft 1 08m 4 72 ft 12cm 100 inches 13 12 17 06 ft 4 0 5 2m 6 56 ft 2 0m 4 92 ft 1 5m 4 43 ft 1 35m 5 91 ft 15cm 120 inches 15 75 20 67 ft 4 8 6 3m 7 87 ft 2 4m 5 91 ft 1 8m 5 31 ft 1 62m 7 09 ft 18cm 150 inches 20 01 25 92 ft 6 1 7 9m 9 84 ft 3 0m 7 55 ft 2 3m 6 79 ft 2 07m 9 06 ft 23cm 200 inches 26 57 34 78 ft 8 1 10 6m 13 45 ft 4 1m 9 84 ft 3 0m 8 86 ft 2 7m 11 81 ft 30cm 250 inches 33 46 43 31 ft 10 2 13 2m 16 73 ft 5 1m 12 47 ft 3 8m 11 22 ft 3 42m 14 96 ft 38cm 300 inches 40 03 51 84 ft1 12 2 15 8m 20 01 ft 6 1m 15 09 ft 4 6m 13 58 ft 4 14m 18 11 ft 46cm If the LCD projector and the screen are not properly placed the picture will be distorted producing a keystoned image as shown at right Caution When setting up the LCD projector Do not place it in humid or dusty places or places where the air is sooty or full of cigarette smoke If the lens mirror or other optical component becomes dirty the picture will blur or darken making viewing difficult Do not expose the projector to extreme heat or cold Operating temperature 41 104 F 5 40 C keystoned image 32 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Basic LCD projector operation Before you begin make sure e You have read Important safeguards See page 7 e All co
24. 37 879 Khz A Period 23 111 ps 832 dots 28 444 ps 1024 dots 26 400 ps 1056 dots B Blanking 5 333 ys 192 dots 6 222 ps 224 dots 6 400 ps 256 dots C Sync Width 1 333 ps 48 dots 2 000 ps 72 dots 3 200 ps 128 dots D Back Porch 3 111 ps 112 dots 3 556 ps 128 dots 2 200 ps 88 dots E Active Time 17 778 ys 640 dots 22 222 ps 800 dots 20 000 ps 800 dots F Front Porch 0 889 ps 32 dots 0 667 ps 24 dots 1 000 ps 40 dots Vertical frequency 85 008 Hz 56 250 Hz 60 317 Hz A Period 11 764 ms 509 lines 17 778 ms 625 lines 16 579 ms 628 lines B Blanking 0 670 ms 29 lines 0 711 ms 25 lines 0 739 ms 28 lines C Sync Width 0 069 ms 3 lines 0 057 ms 2 lines 0 106 ms 4 lines D Back Porch 0 578 ms 25 lines 0 626 ms 22 lines 0 607 ms 23 lines E Active Time 11 093 ms 480 lines 17 067 ms 600 lines 15 840 ms 600 lines F Front Porch 0 023 ms 1 line 0 028 ms 1 line 0 026 ms 1 line Sync Polarity H V Negative Negative Positive Positive Positive Positive English 27 Getting started Preset timing VESA 800x600 at 72Hz VESA 800x600 at 75Hz VESA 800x600 at 85Hz Dot Clock 50 000 Mhz 49 500 Mhz 56 250 Mhz Horizontal frequency 48 077 Khz 46 875 Khz 53 674 Khz A Period 20 800 ps 1040 dots 21 333 ps 1056 dots 18 631 ps 1048 dots B Blanking 4 800 ps 240
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26. CD projector unit fails check the following before calling your dealer for service Possible Cause The power does not turn on e The power cord may not be connected e The MAIN power switch on the projector may be turned off e The main power supply may not be supplied to the power point e The Status Codes are indicated on the STATUS CODE Display The lamp unit or lamp unit cover may not have been correctly installed e The air filter unit may not have been correctly installed No picture appears e The lens cap may still be attached to the lens e The signal input source may not be connected properly e The input selection setting may not be correct e The BRIGHTNESS adjustment may be at the lowest setting e The LCD projector may be set to SHUTTER mode The picture is fuzzy e The lens focus may not have been set correctly or the projector may not be at the correct distance from the screen e The lens may be dirty e The LCD projector may not be set up so that it is perpendicular to the screen e The VIDEO or R G B adjustments may not have been set correctly FOCUS or NO SYNC appears on the screen e The signal input source may not be connected properly e The input selection setting may not be correct e The connected signal source may be turned off The color is too light or the tint is poor e COLOR or TINT adjustments may not have been set correctly e The video formats may
27. P PROJECTOR and then press lt or gt to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select INPUT DISP and then press d or gt to select ON or OFF Select OFF to turn off the input signal display function Select ON to turn on the input signal display function The input signal will be displayed each time it is changed This is the factory setting 4 Press MENU twice to exit Disabling the POWER In order to prevent the power from being turned off by mistake the POWER button on the remote button on the remote control unit can be disabled by the following procedure The control unit procedure and on screen displays shown below assume that an RGB signal is being used as the input signal SET UP PROJECTOR RGB ADJUST FRONT REAR FRONT RGB SYNC MENU INPUT DISP N gt SET UP PROJECTOR LANGUAGE EXPANSION VGA SPRACHE LANGUE LAMP TIME RESE IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH A or Y SELECT PUSH Aory SET PUSH or SET PUSH dor END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select SET UP PROJECTOR and then press lt or gt to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select REMOTE POWER and then press lt or gt to select ON or OFF Select OFF to disable the POWER button on the remote control unit Select ON to use the POWER button on the remote control unit normally This is the factory setting 4 Press MENU twice to exit 36 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guid
28. ST FRONT REAR FRONT RGB SYNC MENU INPUT DISP ON gt SET UP PROJECTOR REMOTE POWER ON LANGUAGE OF gt 16 9 NTSC F SPRACHE LANGUE EXPANSION NTSC NO IDIOMA LINGUA LAMP TIME RESET NO SE PUSH A org SELECT PUSH kor PUSH dork PUSH or PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU L Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select SET UP PROJECTOR and then press lt or gt to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select 16 9 NTSC and then press lt or gt to select ON or OFF Select OFF to return the normal screen This is the factory setting Select ON to display in 16 9 wide screen format 4 Press MENU twice to exit Note Even if the 16 9 wide screen feature is set to OFF when an S1 signal is input the image is automatically displayed in 16 9 wide screen mode English 37 Getting started Blue Screen with no The LCD projector is equipped with an internal blue screen function which turns input signal the screen blue when the video or computer equipment connected to the input jack is turned off or when there is nothing connected to the input jack 5 minutes before power is shut off Power is REN shut off HAHAHA AAA AAA p remaining time e Ifthe power is turned on when no input signal is input to the LCD projector the screen will turn blue The FOCUS overlay appears only until the video or computer equipment is connected to the input jack and turned on If no input signa
29. See page 53 48 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Starting up the J PEG Viewer Examples below assume the use of Windows 95 L Turnon the PC and start up 2 2b Windows Insert the PC C ard ATA Flash Card not supplied into 2a the PC Card a Slot on your PC When you purchase a PC Card format it as you normally with Windows 95 or 98 before use Select Start Programs gt JPEG Viewer gt JPEG Viewer to open the JPEG application English 49 Getting started Functions of each menu tem Hi menu bar Folder Teal Window Help toot bar ll et d Following are the software s menu items and their functions File Add Graphic file to Folder Converts an original BMP or JPEG file to a JPEG file and saves it to Folder Delete Graphic file from Folder Deletes selected images from Folder Exit Exits the JPEG Viewer Folder New Makes new Folder Open Opens saved Folder Delete Folder Deletes edited Folder Tool Capture Changes to the Capture mode Remake Thumbnail Remakes Thumbnail files of images contained in the edited folder Option Sets the JPEG Viewer Window Cascade Arranges windows in an overlapping pattern Tile Horizontal Arranges windows in a top to bottom pattern Tile Vertical Arranges windows in a left to right pattern Arrange Icons Arranges minimized wi
30. Shutter Mute Volume Mode Menu Input A Y GP Light Pointer Mouse Click1 Click2 70 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Appendix Audio output 1 5 W 10 THD Speaker 70 mm X 40 mm X 1 2 76 X 1 58 X 1 Operating temperature 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F Operating humidity 10 80 non condensation Storage temperature Storage humidity 13 F to 104 F 25 C to 40 C 5 85 non condensing 13 F to 140 F 25 C to 60 C Normal humidity Power supply 100 240 V AC 50 or 60 Hz Automatic Power consumption 260 W Dimensions W x H x D 240 mm x 153 mm x 325 mm 9 7 16 x 6 x 12 13 16 Amps 2 6A 1 2A Weight 12 6 Ibs 5 8 kg Approvals FCC UL C UL CE VDE Note Specifications and design are subject to change without notice English 71 Appendix U S A and Canada Outside the U S A and Canada Polaroid Three Year Limited Warranty Polaroid warrants your Polaview projector equipment against defects in manufacture for a period of three years from the date of purchase To verify the warranty period you should keep the sales slip or other proof of the purchase date Should this product or any component or accessory included with it become defective at any time during the warranty period Polaroid Corporation will at its discretion either replace or repair this item without charge provided the
31. The LCD projector is equipped with full NTSC PAL SECAM PAL M PAL N and NTSC4 43 video support Usually set to AUTO the broadcast format is automatically switched according to the tape inserted If you experience poor color however you may have to set to NTSC PAL SECAM PAL M PAL N or NTSC4 43 as described below S VIDEO VIDEO input is selected page 34 VIDEO ADJUST sAUTO SET UP PROJECTOR PAL SECAM NTSC LA NGUAGE SPRACHE LANGUE PAL M IDIOMA LINGUA PAL N SELECT PUSH A or Y NTSC4 43 SET PUSH 4orb SELECT PUSH A or Y END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU L Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y VIDEO SYSTEM and then press or B to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select the desired video system 4 Press MENU twice to exit English 35 Getting started Tuming off the input The function which displays the currently selected input signal on the screen can be signal display turned off by the following procedure The procedure and on screen displays shown below assume that an RGB signal is being used as the input signal SET UP PROJECTOR RGB ADJUST FRONT REAR FRONT RGB SYNC MENU gt INPUT DISP ON gt SET UP PROJECTOR REMOTE POWER ON LANGUAGE EXPANSION VGA ON SPRACHE LANGUE LAMP TIME RESET NO IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH A org SELECT PUSH kor PUSH or PUSH or PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select SET U
32. VGA SVGA MODE 21 1152X870 19 1024X768 16 832X624 13 640X480 LEGEND SUPPORTS APPLE MULTIPLE SCAN TWARE Example If your display type is 16 set DIP switches 2 and 4 on the VGA MAC adapter to ON By doing so the signal will travel through switches 2 and 4 and pin numbers 4 to 10 as shown in the signal chart above 24 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started c RS 232C connector D Sub 9 pin Connect the RS 232C cable to the Mini DIN 8 pin connector on the LCD projector unit d RS 232C connector Mini DIN 8 pin To convert a D Sub 9 pin connector to a Mini DIN 8 pin connector use a RS 232C 9 pin adapter included Connect the D Sub 9 pin adapter and RS 232C cable Then connect it to the Mini DIN 8 pin connector on the LCD projector unit 6 8 3 5 SI 1 2 9 6 Unused Received data Transmitted data 7 unused requestro send e RS 232C connector D Sub 25 pin To convert a D Sub 25 pin connector to a D Sub 9 pin connector use a RS 232C 25 pin adapter included Connect the D Sub 25 pin adapter and RS 232C cable And then connect it to the D Sub 9 pin connector on the LCD projector unit i 2 3 Transmitted data 4 Earth 5 Received data DIER D 13 1 lu 1 Piwo El 1 3 Received data EE 4 GI Le unas Raga son rr Y 5 e fon
33. acement procedure outlined below Order Lamp 630146 Tools required A coin L After the cooling fan has stopped and the ST ANDBY R ON G indicator turns solid red set the MAIN power switch to OFF and unplug the power cord MAIN power switch Note Please wait more than one hour before replacing the lamp If you need to replace the lamp more urgently L The LCD Projector has a forced cooling feature After the POWER switch is turned OFF and sometime during the first minute of the cooling fan operation press and B at the same time The cooling fan will change to high speed for about 10 minutes The C d STATUS CODE will be displayed 2 Grabbing the handle place the LC D projector up on its side as illustrated 3 Remove the lamp cover screws First read the caution and warning labels on the lamp cover Then remove the lamp cover screws 2 by using a coin and take off the lamp cover lamp cover screws 66 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Appendix 4 Remove the lamp unit screw Remove the lamp unit screws 2 then grasp the lamp unit handle and carefully pull it from the LCD projector Keep the lamp housing opening to your right Do not touch the lamp or point the lamp opening at anyone __ lamp unit screws coin Warning The lamp may be hot Be careful when handling Caution High pressure lamps may explode if improperly handled Danger of
34. at are covered by the operating instructions improper adjustment of other controls may cause damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD projector to normal operation e Ifthe LCD projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the LCD projector exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service Upon completion of any service or repairs to the LCD projector ask the service technician to perform a routine safety check to determine that the LCD projector is in safe operating condition 8 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide General information 19 When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 20 The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of lamp use The LCD projector may become too hot if the filter is not cleaned when required 21 If the lens becomes dirty or smudged clean with a clean dampened cloth Never touch the lens with your fingers 22 Do not look directly into the aperture and lens while operating the LCD projector as this may result in damage to your eyes 23 We make an effort to keep your environment clean Please bring the not reparable unit to your dealer or a recycling company En
35. creen with no input signal Adjusting the projected image Input image adjustment Adjustments for input image Recall standard settings RGB sync adjustment Adjustments for RGB input Adjusting the white balance Selecting the picture memory Projecting PC Card ATA Flash Card data When using the Repeat Play JPEG Viewer features System requirements JPEG Viewer installation How to make JPEG files Capture feature Starting up the JPEG Viewer Functions of each menu item When using the Capture feature Size of the projected screen How to edit using the Album Display feature Changing the image display order in Folder Moving the images between Folders Displaying full screen images for confirmation Deleting images When using the BMP to JPEG Converter feature 35 35 35 36 36 37 37 38 39 39 40 40 41 42 44 45 46 47 48 48 48 48 48 49 50 51 52 52 52 53 53 53 53 Polview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide ProMouse Control Feature 54 Windows 95 Windows 98 54 System requirements 54 ProMouse installation 55 To open the ProMouse Software 55 Using the ProMouse Software 56 To start the ProMouse Control feature 56 To Use the Auto Setup feature 56 ProMouse Software details 56 Macintosh 58
36. d from Folder N ote You can also delete the selected image if you press the Delete Graphic file from Folder shortcut button on the Toolbar When using the BMP to J PEG Converter feature Note It is possible that the supplied software will not operate correctly depending on the hardware configuration of the PC and the sharing of resources by other applications software Specifications of these software are subject to change without notice L Select O ption from the T ool menu and set the drive and JPEG e ESE airs a quality for saving converted images Taha anga PC Card drive m E reg Select the PC Card drive for saving par images Wat a fo kart caro J PEG quality KI tere deg a Set the picture quality of JPEG files to one of five levels Refer to Help for conce en more details Note The setting changes back to the default setting when the RESET button is clicked English 53 Getting started Windows 95 Windows 98 2 Select N ew or O pen from the Folder menu and then open Folder for saving images The Folder is also opened if you click New or Open shortcut button on the Toolbar When creating a new Folder a consecutive number is automatically assigned to the Folder name Folder1 Folder2 Do not change the Folder name 3 Select Add Graphic file to Folder from the File menu and designate the BM P or JPEG file that you want to convert The JPEG Conver
37. djust the white balance by the following procedure RGB input is selected See page 33 Use the buttons on the LCD projector or remote control unit f O G e O a b D a MODE button d MODE button remote control b Adjust A V 4 B Buttons e Adjust A V 4 P buttons c MENU button remote control f MENU button remote control L Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select RGB ADJUST or VIDEO ADJUST and then press lt or P to display the screen 3 different sets of control adjustments can be memorized for different projection situations RGB S VIDEO VIDEO gt RGB INCRE RGB SYNC MENU SET UP PROJECTOR E UAGE SPRACHE LANGUE SPRACHE LANGUE IDIOMA LINGUA IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSHA o Aor SELECT FUSH Ao SEL END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU Press MODE repeatedly to choose one of the three memory modes for adjustment page 45 44 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Press A or Y to select R LEVEL G LEVEL OR B LEVEL for the COLOR for RGB input or SUB COLOR for S VIDEO VIDEO input RGB ADJUST EE ADJUST gt COLOR PICTURE TINT COLOR BRIGHTNESS gt R LEVEL Seechkoser PICTURE G LEVEL SHARPNESS B LEVEL VIDEO ADJUST 2 2 SUBCOLOR gt R LEVEL G LEVEL B LEVEL Press lt or gt to display the R G or B
38. dots 5 172 ps 256 dots 4 409 ps 248 dots C Sync Width 2 400 ps 120 dots 1 616 ps 80 dots 1 138 ps 64 dots D Back Porch 1 280 ps 64 dots 3 232 ps 160 dots 2 720 ps 152 dots E Active Time 16 000 ps 800 dots 16 162 ys 800 dots 14 222 ps 800 dots F Front Porch 1 120 ps 56 dots 0 323 ps 16 dots 0 569 ps 32 dots Vertical frequency 72 188 Hz 75 000 Hz 85 061 Hz A Period 13 853 ms 666 lines 13 333 ms 625 lines 11 756 ms 631 lines B Blanking 1 373 ms 66 lines 0 533 ms 25 lines 0 578 ms 28 lines C Sync Width 0 125 ms 6 lines 0 064 ms 3 lines 0 056 ms 3 lines D Back Porch 0 478 ms 23 lines 0 448 ms 21 lines 0 503 ms 27 lines E Active Time 12 480 ms 600 lines 12 800 ms 600 lines 11 179 ms 600 lines F Front Porch 0 770 ms 37 lines 0 021 ms 1 line 0 019 ms 1 line Sync Polarity H V Positive Positive Positive Positive Positive Positive Preset timing Compression VESA 1024x768 at 60Hz VESA 1024x768 at 70Hz VESA 1024x768 at 75 Hz Dot Clock 65 000 MHz 75 000 MHz 78 7500 Mhz Horizontal frequency 48 363 KHz 56 476 KHz 60 0229 KHz A Period 20 677 ys 1344 dots 17 707 ys 1328 dots 16 660 us 1312 dots B Blanking 4 923 ps 320 dots 4 054 ps 304 dots 3 657 ys 288 dots C Sync Width 2 092 ps 136 dots 1 813 ps 136 dots 1 219 ps 96 dots D Bac
39. e Getting started Canceling the enlarging scanning line conversion function Changing to 16 9 wide screen format When a VIDEO S VIDEO signal in NTSC format or a signal with less than 800 x 600 dots for example 640x480 dots is input the LCD projector automatically enlarges the image to 800 x 600 dots This may cause picture quality degradation For a better image select EXPANSION VGA or NTSC OFF by the following procedure The procedure and on screen displays shown below assume that an RGB signal is being used as the input signal SET UP PROJECTOR RGB ADJUST FRONTREAR FRONT RGB SYNC MENU P ON gt SET UP PROJECTOR LANG SPRACHE LANGUE LAMP TIME RESET IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH Aort SELER PUSH Ao SET USH or SET PUSH or END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU L Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select SET UP PROJECTOR and then press lt or gt to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select EXPANSION VGA OR NTSC and then press lt or P to select ON or OFF Select OFF to cancel the enlarging scanning line conversion function Select ON to use the enlarging scanning line conversion function This is the factory setting 4 Press MENU twice to exit When a VIDEO or S VIDEO signal in NTSC format is input the image can be displayed in 16 9 wide screen format by the following procedure S VIDEO VIDEO input is selected page 34 SET UP PROJECTOR RGB ADJU
40. e JPEG Viewer features on page 48 L TurnontheLCD projector to start projecting See Turning on the power on page 30 2 Insert the PC Card 2a into the PC C ard slot 2b on the LCD projector Then pressINPUT onthe 35 LCD projector or remote control and select PC CARD The INDEX and first image in each FOLDER are shown Note It takes a few seconds for the list of images to be displayed WAIT appears If you made JPEG files with something other than JPEG Viewer it may take a much longer time to display the list of images See When using BMP or JPEG JPEG Converter feature and convert to JPEG files ideally suited to this LCD projector If you made a FOLDER with something other than JPEG Viewer FOLDER A FOLDER B will be displayed ROOT is displayed if images corresponding to this LCD projector are found in root directly D The screen turns blue if images corresponding to this LCD projector are not found in the PC Card When you want to eject the PC Card slide the PC Card RELEASE button in the direction of the arrow mark on the LCD projector and NO CARD screen is displayed 3 Press lt or B to select FOLDER Press B select the next FOLDER Press d to select the previous FOLDER The selected FOLDER is indicated by a red arrow The selected image in FOLDER is encircled by a nod e bold blue frame TO MULTI VOLUME Note Press VOLUME to play back the first
41. elp you use or set up your LCD projector LCD projector Remote control unit 2 AA batteries 9 8 ft UL CSA power cord or 2 44m power cord VGA cable VGA MAC adapter PC audio cable RS 232C cable RS 232C 9 pin adapter RS 232C 25 pin adapter 3 5 floppy disk containing ProMouse Software for Windows 95 amp 98 3 5 floppy disk containing ProMouse Software for Macintosh 3 5 floppy disk containing JPEG Viewer for Windows 95 amp 98 User s Guide please read completely before operating Registration card 12 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Introduction Parts list and accessories Remote control unit a FREEZE button b POWER button c MUTE button d MODE button e Adjust A Y 4 gt buttons f LIGHT button g Click 2 button h SHUTTER button i VOLUME buttons j INPUT button k MENU button POINTER button m Mouse button n Transmitter o Click 1 button p Battery compartment English 13 Introduction Before using the remote control Load the 2 AA batteries into the remote control unit NN L Slide the lid in the direction of the arrow 2 Install 2 AA batteries as indicated inside the eZ battery compartment lt lt CS 3 Replace the lid and snap it into place QS Battery replacement caution Do not mix old and new batteries Also never mix alkaline with manganese batteri
42. es Note Do not place the remote control unit upside down otherwise the mouse button may be pressed down which will cause the battery power to be consumed Remote control unit operating range When using the remote control unit point it at the front or rear of the LCD projector or at the projection screen The range for optimum operation is within 30 degrees of the receiver at a maximum distance of about 23 feet 7m Remote control unit light up Press the LIGHT button to illuminate the function buttons on the remote control unit for 10 seconds The light goes out while any button is pressed and then turns back on for an additional 10 seconds when the button is released 14 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Introduction LCD projector a PC Card release button b PC Card slot S VIDEO input connector c d VIDEO input connector e AUDIO l r input connectors f RS 232C connector g RGB input connector h Audio input connector i RGB output connector j Audio output connector k Lens cap AC socket 100 240V m MAIN power switch n FOCUS ring o ZOOM ring p Remote control sensor q POWER button STANDBY R ON G indicator Adjust A W 4 gt buttons s STATUS CODE t INPUT button u MENU button v MODE button w VOLUME button Ki English 15 Introduction LCD projector back bottom a
43. gative Reservation timing Preset timing MAC LC 640x480 MAC II 640x480 VESA 640x350 at 85 Hz Dot Clock 31 334 MHz 30 2410 MHz 31 5 MHz Horizontal frequency 34 97 KHz 35 0012 KHz 37 861 KHz A Period 28 598 ps 896 dots 28 570 ps 894 dots 26 413 ps 832 dots B Blanking 8 171 ps 256 dots 7 407 ps 224 dots 6 095 ps 192 dots C Sync Width 2 043 ps 64 dots 2 803 ps 63 dots 2 032 ps 64 dots D Back Porch 2 426 ps 76 dots 3 241 ps 98 dots 3 048 ps 96 dots E Active Time 20 425 ps 640 dots 21 163 ps 640 dots 20 317 ps 640 dots F Front Porch 3 702 ps 116 dots 2 083 ps 63 dots 1 016 ps 32 dots Vertical frequency 66 61 Hz 66 6689 Hz 85 080 Hz A Period 15 013 ms 525 lines 15 000 ms 525 lines 11 754 ms 445 lines B Blanking 1 287 ms 45 lines 1 286 ms 45 lines 2 509 ms 95 lines C Sync Width 0 086 ms 3 lines 0 086 ms 3 lines 0 079 ms 2 lines D Back Porch 1 115 ms 39 lines 1 114 ms 39 lines 1 585 ms 60 lines E Active Time 13 726 ms 480 lines 13 714 ms 480 lines 9 244 ms 350 lines F Front Porch 0 886 ms 3 lines 0 086 ms 3 lines 0 845 ms 32 lines Sync Polarity H V Negative Negative Sync on Green or Composite Positive Negative 26 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Preset timing VESA 640x480 at 85Hz VESA 640x480 a
44. glish 9 Introduction Introduction LCD projector features High brightness and resolution 1 440 K pixel 600 lumen ANSI offers clear images even when ambient light level is high Compact and lightweight Because it is completely portable you can give attractive presentations at any location by connecting the LCD projector to an external device such as a notebook computer 20 to 300 inch screen capability 20 0 97 m to 300 15 8 diagonal screen size See table on page 32 Compatible with most personal computers The RGB input accepts signals from VGA SVGA XGA Compression and MAC compatible computers with no additional hardware Other computers require a separate cable On screen display This LCD projector s language is set to English at the factory In addition you can select Spanish French German or Italian Information screens and menus make setting up and operating the LCD projector extremely easy IR remote control Front and rear sensors allow you to control the projector from almost anywhere in the room Stereo audio output For external audio equipment connection ProMouse control feature This feature lets you use the LCD Projector remote control unit as a mouse to control your personal computer There is also an Auto Setup feature which identifies the signal mode and automatically adjusts the Vertical position Horizontal position Horizontal size and Phase See page 46 Projected PC Card
45. icator is not lit press the MAIN power switch ON OFF to turn on the power Press the POWER button on the LCD projector or remote control to turn on the power The STANDBY R ON G indicator flashes green while the LCD projector is warming up and then changes to solid green when the picture is projected on the screen after approximately 45 seconds When the power is on the STANDBY R ON G POWER b indicator indicates the operating condition of the lamp STANDBY R ON G Red MAIN power on lamp off Green Lamp is ready Flasbing green Warming up Flashing red Cooling fan operating Note When POWER is first pressed and while the LCD projector is warming up the Polaroid letter will be projected on the screen for approximately 30 seconds During the warm up period no other picture can be projected on the screen 30 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Tuming off the power 1 Press the POWER button on the LCD projector or remote control to Top view Side view turn off the power The STANDBY R ON G indicator flashes red while the LCD projector cools down and then changes to solid red when the fan stops after about a minute 2 Set the MAIN power switch on the LCD projector to OFF Positioning the LCD projector and screen The screen should be positioned so that it is not directly touched by sunlight or room light as this will wash out the colors
46. ilter which can be replaced as described in this manual Attempts to modify mechanical or electronic parts inside will void your warranty and may be hazardous 72 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Polaroid Offices and Service Centers Australia Polaroid Australia Pty Ltd 13 15 Lyonpark Road P O Box 163 North Ryde N S W 2113 Tel 02 9 950 7000 Fax 02 887 2209 Belgique Belgi Polaroid Belgium N V S A Rue Colonel Bourg 111 Kolonel Bourgstraat 111 1140 Bruxelles 1140 Brussel Tel 32 2 702 86 20 Fax 32 2 726 92 99 Toll free 32 78 155 905 Brasil Polaroid do Brasil Ltda Av Paulista 1776 11 andar Cerqueira Cesar S o Paulo Capital 01310 921 Tel 55 11 285 6411 Fax 55 11 283 2625 288 6521 287 5393 Canada Polaroid Canada Inc 350 Carlingview Drive Etobicoke Ontario M9W 5G6 Toll free 1 800 268 6970 Danmark Polaroid a s Blokken 75 3460 Birkergd TIf 42 81 75 00 Fax 42 81 70 26 Deutschland Polaroid GMBH Sprendlinger L andstrasse 109 63069 Offenbach Tel 49 69 840 4100 Fax 49 69 840 4 204 Espa a Polaroid Espa a S A Calle Orense 16 2a planta 28020 Madrid Tno 34 1 597 02 52 Fax 34 1 597 27 82 France Polaroid France S A 12 Bis Ave Gay L ussac La Clef de Saint Pierre B P 7 78996 Elancourt C dex Tel 33 1 30 68 38 38 Fax 33 1 30 68 38 39 Hong Kong Polaroid Far East Ltd 32 F Windsor House 311 Gloucester Road
47. image of the selected FOLDER INDEX FOLDER 1 LDER 46 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started When using the Repeat Play N pP Press VOLUME to decide FOLDER A list of images will be displayed Press lt or B to select an image The selected image is encircled by a bold blue frame and the FOLDER name and number is displayed OLDER 3 Note Press A or Y to change the selected SELECT FOLDER Acr FOLDER and press VOLUME to display the TO SLIDE SHOW VOLUME INDEX Press VOLUME to project the selected image i 800 x 600 Press lt or select the images one by one Press B to project the next image Press to project the previous image ON SCREEN ON OFF Aor Y H NEXT E ege E EE Press Volume when playing back to return the screen to the list of images Press Volume during playback to display the INDEX Press A or Y during playback to display the file size and the operating instructions Press A or Y again to turn off the display The LCD projector can automatically play back images one by one in the selected FOLDER and you can select the length of time each image is played back Press MENU to display the menu Press A or Y to select REPEAT PLAY GB AD UST Press dorb repeatedly to select the length of SET UP PROJECTOR i i i SPRACHE LANGUE time each image is played back SPRACHE LANGUE Playback length of 5 seconds 10 second
48. ing life of approximately 1100 hours LAMP TIME REMAINING 10h will be displayed on screen when the operation time reaches 1090 hours Then each time the power is turned on the lamp life remaining will be displayed A 10 second warning display 15 seconds when the LCD projector power is turned on will appear every hour after 1090 hours of operation time and the warning will flash during the last 5 minutes of lamp life KARA LEE EE LAMP TIME REMAINING LAMP TIME REMAINING LAMP TIME REMAINING i 10h 9h ERA 5min A E ZA WAKKA EZ E EAN 277711111 Omin Y Z If lamp use reaches 1100 hours The LCD projector will shut itself off and the STATUS kew lano POWER will be CODE indication will become L 0 See STATUS off 10 minutes later CODE e page 62 Have you finished yet BO YES L Replace the lamp 2 Press POWER ON the Lamp Time Reset display will appear to reset the lamp time SELECT PUSH lt or gt e Only this screen will be displayed when POWER is pressed until the lamp time is reset The LCD projector cannot display a normal picture at this time e If the lamp time is not reset this screen will disappear and the LCD projector will shut itself off after about 10 minutes 3 Press lt or B to select YES 4 Turn the power off to reset the lamp time English 65 Appendix Lamp replacement procedure Caution Because of possibility of injury strictly follow the lamp repl
49. injury due to lamp fragments 5 Install the new lamp unit Remove the 630146 lamp from the LCD projector and install a new lamp unit 630146 Do not drop The impact of dropping may cause the lamp to explode lamp unit 6 Replace the lamp unit screws Replace the lamp unit screw and the lamp cover screws using a coin to tighten Properly dispose of the old lamp 7 Plug the LCD projector back in by inserting the power cord into the LCD projector AC socket and set the MAIN power switch to ON Press POWER to turn the LCD projector ON Press MENU to display the menu RGB ADJUST FRONT REAR FRONT RGB SYNC MENU ON gt SET UP PROJECTOR ON LANGUAGE SPRACHE LANGUE IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH A or Y SELECT PUSH A org SE SET PUSH 4 T PUSH dor or END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU English 67 Appendix 10 Press A or Y to select SET UP PROJECTOR and then press lt or gt to display the screen LL Press A or Y to select LAMP TIME RESET and then press or gt to display the screen Lamp Time Reset When you change to a new lamp reset lamp time Have you finished yet BIR YES SELECT PUSH lt or gt END PUSH MENU 12 Press d or B to select YES Push POWER button to reset will appear 13 Press POWER to reset the lamp time to 0 68 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Appendix Problem Before Requesting Service If the L
50. k Porch 2 462 ps 160 dots 1 920 ps 144 dots 2 235 ps 176 dots E Active Time 15 754 ps 1024 dots 13 653 ps 1024 dots 13 003 ps 1024 dots F Front Porch 0 369 ps 24 dots 0 320 ps 24 dots 0 203 ps 16 dots Vertical frequency 60 004 Hz 70 069 Hz 75 0286 Hz A Period 16 666 ms 806 lines 14 272 ms 806 lines 13 328 ms 800 lines B Blanking 0 786 ms 38 lines 0 673 ms 38 lines 0 533 ms 32 lines C Sync Width 0 124 ms 6 lines 0 106 ms 6 lines 0 050 ms 3 lines D Back Porch 0 600 ms 29 lines 0 513 ms 29 lines 0 466 ms 28 lines E Active Time 15 880 ms 768 lines 13 599 ms 768 lines 12 795 ms 768 lines F Front Porch 0 062 ms 3 lines 0 053 ms 3 lines 0 017 ms 1 line Sync Polarity H V Positive Positive Positive Positive Positive Positive Note Because some lines are omitted picture degradation may occur 28 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Preset timing Compression MAC 16 832x624 MAC 19 1024x768 Horizontal frequency 49 725 KHz 60 2410 KHz A Period 20 111 ps 1152 dots 16 600 ps 1328 dots B Blanking 5 587 ys 320 dots 3 800 ps 304 dots C Sync Width 1 117 us 64 dots 1 200 ps 96 dots D Back Porch 3 910 ps 244 dots 2 200 ps 176 dots E Active Time 14 524 ps
51. key selected in step 1 will be programmed with the shortcut command operated in step 2 Programmed shortcut keys are indicated in the setting window Because the Clear Screen command is necessary to delete lines or stamp marks from the screen the W key is programmed as Clear Screen at the factory If you wish to change this command to a different key follow steps 1 and 2 e Line Style Selects the indicating line thickness and colors on the screen Note To return all items in the setting window to their original factory setting click on Reset English 61 Appendix Appendix Maintenance Waming Indications Status Code Display Indications This LCD projector has a STATUS CODE display that calls your attention to problem conditions existing inside the LCD projector The LCD projector displays a status code indication each time an internal problem is detected If any of the following indications appear in the STATUS CODE display immediately turn off the MAIN power Then see the chart below STATUS CODE display Status Code Symptom Problem Possible Solution F L Lamp unit automatically Cooling fan malfunction Take the LCD projector turns off due to abnormally to your nearest Service high internal temperature Center Standby by condition F O Misinstalled air filter unit Properly install the air filter unit A n Temperature sensor Take the LCD projector malfunction to your nearest Ser
52. l is received the screen is blue for 15 minutes the lamp will turn off automatically e The display on the right in the above diagram will appear when the RGB input is within the LCD projector s frequency range but is not one of the LCD projector s programmed formats as on page 26 through page 29 Should an RGB signal be input which is out of the LCD projector s frequency range no indication will appear 38 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Input image adjustment Adjusting the projected image This LCD projector s picture is set to standard specifications at the factory However you can adjust the image to suit your own preferences by using the RGB or VIDEO ADJUST feature Three memory modes allow you to adjust and save up to three sets of settings for each input signal RGB and S VIDEO VIDEO For RGB signal input three items can be adjusted BRIGHTNESS PICTURE and COLOR White Balance For VIDEO signal input six items can be adjusted COLOR TINT BRIGHTNESS PICTURE SHARPNESS and SUB COLOR white balance Note When a PC Card is inserted the RGB BRIGHTNESS memory is used Only BRIGHTNESS can be adjusted RGB or S VIDEO VIDEO input is selected page 33 Use the buttons on the LCD projector or remote control
53. me of the signal format will be displayed directly below the input signal in the on screen display Special effects while projecting Turning off the sound Press the MUTE button to instantly mute the sound Press again to restore the previous sound level Manual shutter function Press the SHUTTER button to blank out the video and mute the sound Press again to return to the normal screen and sound Freezing the picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture and mute the sound Press again to return to the normal screen and sound 34 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Selecting the Language for On Screen Displays for Model PV215E C only Selecting the Video System Format Using other useful functions You may use buttons on the LCD projector or remote control unit for the following operations The LCD projector can display screens in one of five different languages The procedure and on screen displays shown below assume that an RGB signal is being used as the input signal RGB ADJUST gt ENGLISH RGB SYNC MENU DEUTSCH SET UP PROJECTOR E SPANOL SPRACHE LANGUE ITALIANO IDIOMA LINGUA SELECT PUSH A or Y SET PUSH or SELECT PUSH A org END PUSH MENU END PUSH MENU L Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select LANGUAGE and then press lt or to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select the language 4 PressMENU twice to exit
54. minimized The file name set in the Preference menu followed by 1 jpg will be saved Subsequent file names will be automatically assigned numbers up to 999 as long as the file name is not changed 4 Start up the PC application software sree and display the image you want to l capture on the screen 5 Click Capture button in the C apture dialogue box T he displayed image will be saved to the selected Folder in JPEG format Note The images in the capture dialogue box are not saved English 51 Getting started File names will automatically assigned consecutive numbers whenever saved and thumbnail files will be made Thumbnail files are used when displaying a list of images in this LCD projector or in this software JPEG file Aut 0001 jpg Aut_0002 jpg T humbnail file Thm 0001 jpg Thm_0002 jpg Do not change these file names Pressing Return button in the Capture dialogue box will close this dialogue box The main window will be displayed The saved image will be displayed in the Folder Size of the projected screen Because the projection image from this projector is SVGA 800x600 dots an XGA image will be compressed If the picture file is less than VGA 640x480 dots and the expanded projection feature is on the picture will expand as follows 640 gt 800 480 gt 600 For the best picture quality it is recommended that JPEG files be 800x600 dots in size The larger the file size
55. ndows Help JPEG Viewer Help Displays JPEG Viewer help Version Information Displays the version information 50 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started When using the Capture feature L Select O ption from the T ool menu and then set the drive and K Cat di mme our JPEG quality for saving captured F Hainan images A PC Card drive e Select the PC Card drive for saving o CMS F Lee images E ds Wait time to start Capture Hs Set the waiting time from when the Cal aen sa Capture is clicked until capturing the actual image starts Select from 1 to 10 seconds J PEG quality Set the picture quality of JPEG files to one of five levels Refer to Help for more details Note The setting changes back to the default setting when the RESET button is clicked 2 Select N ew or O pen from the folder menu and then open Folder for saving images Note The Folder is also opened if you click New or Open shortcut button on the Toolbar When creating a new Folder a consecutive number is automatically assigned to the Folder name Folder1 Folder2 Do not change the Folder name 3 Select C apture from the T ool menu to display the C apture dialogue box The dialogue box will also be displayed if you click Capture shortcut button on the Toolbar The Capture dialogue box is always displayed before other application screens and the main window is
56. nnections are made See page 20 e The LCD projector is positioned properly See page 31 e The LCD projector is plugged in e The lens cap is removed a VOLUME buttons e INPUT button remote control b INPUT button f VOLUME button remote control g SHUTTER button remote control c FREEZE button remote control d MUTE button remote control L Turn on the power See Turning the power on and off on page 30 2 PressINPUT on the LCD projector or remote control unit to select the desired input signal AMI PC CARD gt S VIDEO OR VIDEO p Continue to press INPUT to set the desired input signal Each press will change the display as shown above You can turn the input signal display off See Turning off the input signal display on page 36 3 T urn on your computer RG B or start video playback S VIDEO or VIDEO Adjust FOCUS and ZOOM rings if necessary See Adjusting the lens on page 19 English 33 Getting started 4 Press VOLUME on the LCD projector or remote control unit to adjust the volume level of the built in speaker The number of segments 0 63 increases or decreases as the volume is adjusted When you select an S VIDEO or VIDEO input signal a Input signal b Input signal format Note When an S VIDEO or VIDEO input signal is selected the na
57. oMouse E software from the Macintosh hard disk 6 Click on Install to start the ProMouse software installation 58 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started 7 Click on Restart to finish the installation and restart the Macintosh real bi Na epp cial You Piran ri A A A H qua ara Uiateg click Ranlerl oF eriei Dat ba A eta La Geers ef gen iaasa Click Cor ima To open the ProMouse Software Double click the ProMouse icon in the ProMouse Folder SE roe i PPC ER The ProMouse software will open Using ProMouse Software The setting window will appear when the ProMouse software is started up To start the ProMouse Control feature Follow the steps below Please refer to ProMouse Software Details below for detailed settings L Select the O ption gt Connection Setting Selec Part to coneect Projector The dialogue box shown at right will appear 2 Select the Printer port or Modem port Then click OK Refer to the Macintosh Operation Manual for details on the communication ports 3 Click on Start in the lower right corner of the setting window The ProMouse Control feature will start and the setting window will be closed English 59 Getting started To Use the Auto Setup feature The signal mode is identified and the vertical position horizontal position horizontal size and phase are automatically adjusted Click on Auto Setup at
58. ode only Press B to deepen the color Press to make the color paler TINT control Adjust hue for realistic tones S Video or video mode only Press B for more green Press for more purple Tint can be adjusted when the LCD projector is set to NTSC or NTSC4 43 video formats BRIGHTNESS control Adjust black level to room brightness Press to brighten the image Press to darken the background PICTURE control Adjust overall picture intensity Press B for a stronger picture Press lt for a fainter picture SHARPNESS control Adjust picture sharpness S Video or video mode only Press B to sharpen the edges of the image Press d to soften the edges of the image COLOR or SUB COLOR White Balance control See page 44 for details Press lt or together If the menu showing all items is displayed all items will be reset Ifa single item is displayed only that item will be reset 40 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started RGB sync adjustment For V POSI H POSI H SIZE and PHASE adjustments see the PC Output Timing Relative Value Chart on page 43 These adjustments are carried out automatically when the Auto Setup feature of the ProMouse software is used See ProMouse Control Feature on page 54 RGB input is selected See page 33 Use the buttons on the LCD projector or remote control unit
59. of the picture making it hard to see When possible close all blinds and curtains and dim the lights Also the projector should be at a 90 angle to the screen for the best results To determine the distance for the desired size please refer to the LCD projector relative screen position chart on page 32 AA c b GG om x Im d 9200 oom ama gt ts ta e Your LCD projector is equipped with an image reverse feature So in addition to front projection you can also reverse the image for rear projection See page 19 English 31 Getting started Screen size LCD projector screen relative position The picture can be adjusted to the desired size within the range of the zoom lens This chart is based on SVGA input signals Screen sizes will be smaller when VGA signals are used Throw distance e Distance a Distance b Distance c Distance d 20 inches 3 18 ft 0 97mm 1 35 ft 0 41m 0 98 ft 0 30m 0 89 ft 0 27m 1 18 ft Gcm 40 inches 4 92 6 56 ft 1 5 2 0m 2 66 ft 0 81m 2 00 ft 0 61m 1 80 ft 0 55m 2 36 ft 6cm 60 inches 7 87 10 17 ft 2 4 3 1m 13 94 ft 1 2m 2 99 ft 0 91m 2 69 ft 0 82m 3 54 ft 9cm 72 inches 9 51 12 14 ft 2 9 3 7m 4 92 ft 1 5m 3 61 ft 1 1m 3 25 ft 0 99m 4 33 ft 1
60. ojector and should follow the manufacturer s instructions 7 LCD projector equipment and cart combinations should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to overturn 8 Slots and openings in the cabinet back and bottom are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the LCD projector and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered These openings should never be covered with cloth or other materials The bottom opening should not be blocked by placing the LCD projector on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface The LCD projector should not be placed near or over a radiator or heating vent The LCD projector should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided 9 The LCD projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the back of the LCD projector or in the specifications If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your LCD projector dealer or local power company English 7 General information 10 LL 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not place the LCD projector where the cord will be walked on Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD projector As a safety feature this LCD projector is equipped with a 3 prong
61. product is returned to a designated servicing location prepaid and insured To ship the unit pack the carrying case in the original carton or equivalent with plenty of padding This Limited Warranty does not apply to product damage resulting from accident incorrect installation unauthorized modification misuse or abuse Before you return your equipment for repair please call Polaroid Electronic Imaging Technical Support from within the U S A at 1 800 432 5355 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 8 p m Eastern Time In Canada call 1 800 268 6970 We can help you determine what is at fault and advise you on how and where to get service in the quickest and most convenient way THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ALL EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED LIABILITY FOR THIS EQUIPMENT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS Note No user serviceable parts inside with the exception of the lamp and air f
62. r is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Warning To assure continued FCC compliance use only the provided power supply cord and prevent undesirable interference use only the provided shielded VGA cable with 2 ferrite cores while connecting LCD to computer and all other connecting cables should be shielded Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment T his 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 English 5 General information Declaration of Conformity Model Number PV215E Trade Name Polaroid Responsible Party Polaroid Europa BV Address Hoge Botofstraat 45 7511 ZA Enschede The Netherlands Telephone Number 31 53 486 5050 This device complies with the following directives and standards 89 336 EEC EN55022 EN50082 1 IEC801 2
63. rated in step 2 Programmed shortcut keys are indicated in the setting window Because the Clear Screen command is necessary to delete lines or stamp marks from the screen the Y key is programmed as Clear Screen at the factory If you wish to change this command to a different key follow steps 1 and 2 e Line Style Selects the indicating line thickness and colors on the screen Note To return all items in the setting window to their original factory setting click on Reset English 57 Getting started Macintosh System requirements e System 7 1 or later e 68030 CPU or higher or Power Macintosh e 2 MB RAM on board memory e 2MB available hard disk space e 3 5 1 44MB floppy disk drive for installation e Serial port Mini DIN 8 pin Note It is possible that the supplied software will not operate correctly depending on the hardware configuration of the personal computer and the sharing of resources by other applications software Specifications of these software are subject to change without notice ProMouse installation L Turn on the Macintosh 2 Insert the floppy disk ProMouse software into the floppy disk drive 5 Select the installation method Easy Install Custom Install or Remove e Easy Install Lets ProMouse designed fat binary items run on the Macintosh hard disk e Custom Install Lets you select the type of Macintosh e Remove Removes installed Pr
64. s 30 SELECT PUSH Aor Y seconds 60 seconds or 120 seconds can be selected END PUSH MENU Note Repeat Play can only be used in the selected A FOLDER SET UP PROJECTOR You cannot select images while Repeat Play is in ADIOMA LINGUA progress Follow the above instructions to select SELECT FUSHA or Y REPEAT PLAY OFF and then select an image END PUSH MENU English 47 Getting started J PEG Viewer features System requirements e IBM PC AT or compatible e Microsoft Windows 95 Windows 98 e 16MB RAM or more recommended e 2MB available hard disk space e 3 5 inch 1 44MB floppy disk drive for installation e PCMCIA Type II slot J PEG Viewer installation L Turnon the PC and start up Windows 95 or 98 2 Insert the floppy disk JPEG Viewer software into the floppy disk drive 3 Select Run from the Windows Start menu 4 Typein A SETUP EXE and click OK It is assumed that your 3 5 inch 1 44MB floppy disk drive is assigned as drive A If not replace A with the appropriate letter 5 Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen How to make J PEG files You can make JPEG files using the installed JPEG Viewer software Capture feature You can save captured images of your PC screen as JPEG files See page 51 Note Existing BMP or JPEG files must be converted and saved as JPEG files ideally suited to this LCD projector when projecting with this LCD projector
65. sa CS a unused Ciaro send OI 7 English 25 Getting started Factory preset timing Preset timing IBM 640x350 at 70 Hz IBM 640x400 at 70 HZ IBM 640x480 at 60 Hz Dot Clock 25 1745 Mhz 25 1745 Mhz 25 1745 Mhz Horizontal frequency 31 4681 Khz 31 4681 Khz 31 4681 Khz A Period 31 778 ps 800 dots 31 778 ps 800 dots 31 778 ys 800 dots B Blanking 6 356 ys 160 dots 6 356 ps 160 dots 6 356 ps 160 dots C Sync Width 3 815 ps 96 dots 3 815 ps 96 dots 3 815 ps 96 dots D Back Porch 1 907 ps 48 dots 1 907 ps 48 dots 1 907 ps 48 dots E Active Time 25 423 ps 640 dots 25 423 ps 640 dots 25 423 ps 640 dots F Front Porch 0 636 ps 16 dots 0 636 ps 16 dots 0 636 ps 16 dots Vertical frequency 70 0849 Hz 70 0849 Hz 59 939 Hz A Period 14 268 ms 449 lines 14 268 ms 449 lines 16 684 ms 525 lines B Blanking 3 146 ms 99 lines 1 5557 ms 49 lines 1 430 ms 45 lines C Sync Width 0 064 ms 2 lines 0 064 ms 2 lines 0 064 ms 2 lines D Back Porch 1 907 ms 60 lines 1 113 ms G5 lines 1 049 ms 33 lines E Active Time 11 122 ms 350 lines 12 711 ms 400 lines 15 254 ms 480 lines F Front Porch 1 176 ms 37 lines 0 381 ms 12 lines 0 318 ms 10 lines Sync Polarity H V Positive Negative Negative Positive Negative Ne
66. t 72Hz VESA 640x480 at 75 Hz Dot Clock 31 5 MHz 31 5 MHz 31 5 Mhz Horizontal frequency 37 861 KHz 37 861 KHz 37 500 KHz A Period 26 413 ps 832 dots 26 413 ps 832 dots 26 667 ps 840 dots B Blanking 6 095 ys 192 dots 6 095 ps 192 dots 6 349 us 200 dots C Sync Width 2 032 ps 64 dots 1 270 ps 40 dots 2 032 ps 64 dots D Back Porch 3 048 ps 96 dots 4 063 ps 128 dots 3 810 ps 120 dots E Active Time 20 317 ps 640 dots 20 317 ps 640 dots 20 317 ps 640 dots F Front Porch 1 016 ps 32 dots 0 762 ps 24 dots 0 508 ps 16 dots Vertical frequency 85 080 Hz 72 8088 Hz 75 0000 Hz A Period 11 754 ms 445 lines 13 735 ms 520 lines 13 333 ms 500 lines B Blanking 1 189 ms 45 lines 1 057 ms 40 lines 0 533 ms 20 lines C Sync Width 0 079 ms 3 lines 0 079 ms 3 lines 0 080 ms 3 lines D Back Porch 1 083 ms 41 lines 0 740 ms 28 lines 0 427 ms 16 lines E Active Time 10 566 ms 400 lines 12 678 ms 480 lines 12 800 ms 480 lines F Front Porch 0 026 ms 1 line 0 238 ms 9 lines 0 027 ms 1 line Sync Polarity H V Negative Positive Negative Negative Negative Negative Preset timing VESA 640x480 at 85Hz VESA 800x600 at 56Hz VESA 800x600 at 60Hz Dot Clock 36 000 Mhz 36 000 Mhz 40 000 Mhz Horizontal frequency 43 269 Khz 35 156 Khz
67. t Status screen will appear and conversion will begin automatically The converted JPEG file is saved to the selected Folder Note File names will automatically assigned consecutive numbers whenever saved and thumbnail files will be made Thumbnail files are used when displaying a list of images in this LCD projector or in this software JPEG file Aut_0001 jpg Aut_0002 jpg T humbnail file Thm_0001 jpg Thm_0002 mg Do not change these file names ProMouse Control Feature This feature lets you use the LCD projector remote control unit as a mouse to control your personal computer There is also an Auto Setup feature which identifies the signal mode and automatically adjusts the vertical position horizontal position horizontal size and phase System requirements e IBM PC AT or compatible e Windows 95 or Windows 98 e 386SX CPU or higher e 8MB RAM on board memory e 2MB available hard disk space e 3 5 inch 1 44 MB floppy disk drive for installation Note It is possible that the supplied software will not operate correctly depending on the hardware configuration of the PC and the sharing of resources by other applications software Specifications of these software are subject to change without notice 54 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started ProMouse installation L TurnonthePC and start up Windows 2 Insert the floppy disk ProMouse software into the floppy disk drive 3
68. tments to the level of the projector so that the projector is perfectly horizontal a Use the ZOOM ring to adjust the size of the picture For a larger picture turn the ring to the right For a smaller picture turn the ring to the left b Use the FOCUS ring to adjust the focus of the picture Turn the ring to the right or left until the picture is at the optimum focus Rear screen mode projection The image can be flipped to a mirror image of the input video signal for rear screen projection The procedure and on screen displays shown below assume that an RGB signal is being used to input the signal Front mounting factory setting BG RGB ADJUST po RGB SYNC MENU gt SET UP PROJECTOR ae LANGUAGE SPRACHE LANGUE z yo IIDIOMA LINGUA re NEE SELECT PUSH A or Y PUSH lt or gt PUSH MENU SET UP PROJECTOR gt FRONT REAR FRONT INPUT DISP O REMOTE POWER EXPANSION VGA LAMP TIME RESET OFF SELECT PUSH A org PUSH or PUSH MENU L Press MENU to display the menu 2 Press A or Y to select SET UP PROJECTOR and then press lt or gt to display the screen 3 Press A or Y to select FRONT REAR and then press or B select FRONT or REAR Select FRONT to return to the standard projection format Select REAR to flip to a mirror image of the input signal 4 Press MENU twice to exit English 19 Getting started Connecting to a Connecting the LCD projector
69. ugs by tightening the thumb screws e To view images simultaneously on the monitor and projection screen connect your computer monitor to the LCD projector s RGB OUT terminal When the LCD projector is connected to external devices for example a personal computer you can use the remote control unit in place of the computer s mouse by attaching the RS 232C connector cable 20 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Connecting to audio video output equipment S VIDEO VIDEO signal Plug the RS 232C cable supplied correctly into both the RS 232C terminal on the LCD projector and the RS 232C output terminal on the computer Secure the plugs by tightening the thumb screws When connecting to a Macintosh series computer use the RS 232C 9 pin adapter supplied Or when connecting to an IBM PC series computer use the RS 232C 25 pin adapter supplied Connect one of these RS 232C adapters to the RS 232C input terminal on your computer Then firmly plug the RS 232C cable into both the RS 232C terminal on the LCD projector and the RS 232C adapter on the computer Secure the plugs by tightening the thumb screws e When connecting the LCD projector to a computer other than a VGA SVGA XGA Compression or Macintosh series a separate cable is needed e Ifyou wish to use the plug amp play function turn on the MAIN POWER switch on the LCD projector before turning on the computer Laser disc pla
70. unctions This LCD projector has been engineered and manufactured to meet applicable safety standards But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this LCD projector observe the following basic rules for its installation use and servicing 1 Unplug the LCD projector from the power point before cleaning 2 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a soft dry cloth to clean the LCD projector unit If the unit is very dirty wet a cloth with neutral detergent squeeze it tight wipe the unit with it and finish by wiping with a dry cloth Do not use a chemical duster or polisher cleaner because it can adversely affect the unit and peel the paint coat 3 Do not use attachments not recommended by Polaroid as they may cause hazards 4 Do not use the LCD projector near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Never spill liquid into the LCD projector 5 Do not place the LCD projector on an unstable cart stand or table The LCD projector may fall which may cause serious injury to a child or an adult and or serious damage to the unit Use only with a cart or stand recommended by its manufacturer as being suitable for use with an LCD projector 6 Ceiling wall or shelf mounting for installation should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer for use with an LCD pr
71. vice Center A 0 Clogged air filter Clean the filter A 1 Blocked air intake See page 63 Relocate the projector to a proper location The surrounding tempera Place the projector so that ture of the place of use may the surrounding tempera be too high ture is between 5 C 41 C 104 F and the humidity is between 10 and 80 with no condensation L n Lamp does not light up Lamp is burned out Take the LCD projector to your nearest Service P 2 Lamp voltage is not correct Center P 3 Abnormally high internal Abnormal temperature rise P 4 Ke e Other cause 62 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Appendix Status Code Symptom Problem Possible Solution L 1 Lamp operation time is It is nearly time to replace Replace the lamp unit over 1000 hours the lamp unit See page 66 L 0 Lamp operation time is The lamp unit must be over 1100 hours replaced C d Forced cooling fan operat ing to expedite lamp replacement See page 65 Note Please wait one minute before turning the power back on to allow the lamp to cool A much longer time may be required if the LCD projector has reached an abnormally high internal temperature Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned about every 100 hours Also clean the air filter if A 0 appears in the STATUS CODE display Replace the filter when itis clogged or dirty even after cleaning Cleaning procedure
72. yer Audio system Audio cable not included S Video cable not included Connector jacks on left side of computer Audio Video cable not included Note If the S VIDEO IN and VIDEO IN terminals are both connected the S VIDEO IN signal input will have priority To view the signal being input to the VIDEO IN terminal disconnect the plug from the S VIDEO IN terminal Tf the video signal source is connected using a cable with a BNC junction plug use the BNC RCA adapter not included to convert the pin jack English 21 Getting started Computer cables adapters These accessories are supplied in order to connect the LCD projector to computer equipment The numbers in the left column correspond to the numbers in the connection diagram on page 20 Port No Cable adapter Projector Computer AV product Length D Sub HD 15 pin male D Sub HD 15 pin male 1 VGA cable ae D Sub HD 15 pin female Macintosh D Sub 15 pin male 2 Macintosh VGA M3 stereo mini pin M3 stereo mini pin 6 56 ft 3 PC audio cable ei n INS tm Mini DIN 8 pin male D Sub 9 pin female 4 RS 232C cable 6 96 ft oo ES RS 232C 9 pin D Sub 9 pin male Mini DIN 8 pin female RS 232C 25 pin D Sub 9 pin male D Sub 25 pin female 22 Polaview 215E LCD Projector User s Guide Getting started Pin assignments Follow the instructions below when connecting

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