Vivitek DS230, Manual

Page 1: ...If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception detectable by turning the equipment in question off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circu...

Page 2: ...The projector is equipped with ventilation holes intake and ventilation holes exhaust Do not block or place anything near these slots or internal heat build up may occur causing picture degradation or damage to the projector 6 Power sources Check that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply 7 Servicing Do not attempt to service this projector you...

Page 3: ...t please contact your sales dealer This projector is equipped with a grounding type AC line plug Please ensure that your outlet fits the plug Do not defeat the safety pur pose of this grounding type plug We highly recommend using a video source device also equipped with a grounding type AC line plug to prevent signal interference due to voltage fluctuations For Australia and Mainland China For the...

Page 4: ... 14 Adjusting the Projector Height 15 Adjusting the Projector Focus and Zoom 15 Adjusting Projection Image Size 16 Securing the projector 17 Setting the presentation timer 18 Menu operation 19 Maintenance 28 Cleaning the Lens 28 Cleaning the Projector Housing 28 Replacing the Lamp 29 Cleaning and replacing the dust filters Optional accessory 31 Specifications 32 Dimensions 33 Appendix 34 LED Indic...

Page 5: ... 5w power consumption in standby mode Dynamic ECO starts your dynamic power saving Quick Cooling Auto Power Off Auto Power On functions Instant Restart function enables to restart the projector immediately within 90 seconds after turning it off 3D Function supported Note The information in this manual is subject to change without notices The reproduction transfer or copy of all or any part of this...

Page 6: ...2 Projector Overview Front View 1 Front IR remote control sensor 2 Elevator foot 3 Projection lens 4 Focus ring 5 Ventilation holes 6 Control panel 7 Speaker sound holes 8 Zoom ring 9 Lamp cover 1 6 ...

Page 7: ...ncorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket outlet near the unit If a fault should occur during operation of the unit operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off or disconnect the power plug 1 Connection ports 2 AC power socket 1 Security bar 2 Ceiling mount holes 1 DS230 DX251 DS234 DX255 Ceiling m...

Page 8: ... No function 2 POWER Turns the projector on or off 3 TEMP Temp LED indicator Refers to LED Indicator Messages 4 POWER Power LED indicator Refers to LED Indicator Messages 5 LAMP Lamp LED indicator Refers to LED Indicator Messages 7 03 32 5 03 1 ...

Page 9: ...puter s RS 232C port 3 SERVICE This connector is for firmware update 4 AUDIO IN Connect an audio output from video equipment or computer to this jack 5 VIDEO Connect composite video output from video equipment to this jack 6 HDMI Connect HDMI output from video equipment or computer to this jack 7 AUDIO OUT Connect to a speaker or other audio input equipment 1 DS230 DX251 DS234 DX255 ...

Page 10: ...he projector on or off 4 VGA Displays COMPUTER signal 5 Source Displays the source selection bar 6 Keystone Corrects image trapezoid wider top bottom effect Up Down Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 7 Left Right Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 8 My Button No function 9 Menu Opens the OSD 10 Right mouse No function ...

Page 11: ...nly for DS234 and DX255 20 Color Mode Selects the display mode 21 Enter Changes settings in the OSD 22 Exit Exits and saves menu settings 23 Page Up Page up when connected through USB to a PC 24 Page Down Page down when connected through USB to a PC 25 Magnify Magnifies the projected picture size 26 Volume Adjusts volume only for DS234 and DX255 27 Freeze Freeze unfreeze the on screen picture 28 M...

Page 12: ...remote control in place of your computer s mouse See Connecting a computer on page 13 for details 2 Set the input signal to COMPUTER 3 To operate your display software program on a connected PC which responds to page up down commands like Microsoft PowerPoint press Page Up Page Down 4 If remote paging function doesn t work check if the USB connection is correctly made and the mouse driver on your ...

Page 13: ... of children There is a danger of death by accidentally swallowing the batteries Remove batteries from remote control when not using for extended periods Do not dispose of the used batteries along with household waste Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Danger of explosion may happen if batteries are incorrectly replaced Replce all the batteries with new ones Batteries should ...

Page 14: ...es The remote control may not operate when there is sunlight or other strong light such as a fluorescent lamp shining on the remote sensor Operate the remote control from a position where the remote sensor is visible Do not drop the remote control or jolt it Keep the remote control out of locations with excessively high temperature or humidity Do not get water on the remote control or place wet ob...

Page 15: ... be sure to 1 Turn all equipment off before making any connections 2 Use the correct signal cables for each source 3 Ensure the cables are firmly inserted DS230 DX251 1 VGA cable D Sub to D Sub 2 USB cable Mini B type to A type 3 VGA D Sub to HDTV RCA cable 3 1 2 ...

Page 16: ...cs stores The connection illustrations above are for reference only The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model For detailed connection methods see page 13 1 Audio cable 2 VGA cable D Sub to D Sub 3 USB cable Mini B type to A type 4 HDMI cable 5 VGA D Sub to HDTV RCA cable 6 Composite Video cable 3 1 2 4 5 6 4 1 1 ...

Page 17: ...abeled CRT LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously Refer to your notebook s documentation to find your notebook s key combination Connecting Video source devices Using an HDMI cable 1 Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI jack of the computer 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI jack on the projector ...

Page 18: ...ok into the lens when the lamp is on This can damage your eyes This focal point concentrates high temperature Do not place any object near it to avoid possible fire hazard Powering Off the Projector 1 Press to turn off the projector lamp You will see a message Press button again to turn off appear on the screen 2 Press again to confirm If you want to turn the projector back on you must wait until ...

Page 19: ...to fine tune the horizontal angle To retract the foot screw the adjuster foot in a reverse direction Note To avoid damaging the projector make sure that the elevator foot and adjuster foot are fully retracted before placing the projector in its carrying case Adjusting the Projector Focus and Zoom 1 Focus the image by rotating the focus ring A still image is recommended for focusing 2 Adjust the im...

Page 20: ...mance Consult with your dealer for special installation such as suspending from a ceiling Screen size Diagonal inch cm 4 3 Screen Projection distance inch m Image height inch cm Vertical offset inch cm min zoom max zoom 40 102 62 1 6 69 1 7 24 60 96 3 6 9 1 60 152 94 2 4 103 2 6 36 91 44 5 4 13 7 80 203 125 3 2 137 3 5 48 121 92 7 2 18 2 100 254 156 4 0 172 4 4 60 152 4 9 0 22 9 150 381 234 5 9 25...

Page 21: ...the password You will be asked to input current password first and then you can change a new one 5 Confirm the new password by re entering the password 6 To leave the OSD menu press Menu Exit Activating the password function 1 Go back to Settings 2 Security Settings and press Enter 2 Highlight Change Security and press Enter You will be asked to input password Once the password is set the OSD menu...

Page 22: ... the screen by pressing 4 Press to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position by pressing Top Left Bottom Left Top Right Bottom Right 5 Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting direction by pressing 6 To activate the presentation timer highlight Presentation Timer select On and select Yes 7 To cancel the timer highlight Presentation Timer select Off and...

Page 23: ... When OSD is displayed use to select any feature in the main menu 3 After selecting the desired main menu item press to enter sub menu for feature setting 4 Use to select the desired item and adjust the settings with To enter the next level of OSD menu press Enter 5 Press Menu twice to leave and save the settings The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the OSD m...

Page 24: ...e By Side Off 3D Sync Invert Disable Invert Save 3D Settings 3D Settings 1 3D Settings 2 3D Settings 3 Apply 3D Settings 3D Settings 1 3D Settings 2 3D Settings 3 Off Teaching Template Blackboard Off Letter Formation Worksheet Coordinate Chart Whiteboard Off Letter Formation Worksheet Coordinate Chart IMAGE Display Mode Bright Presentation sRGB Movie 3D User 1 User 2 Reference Mode 1 Bright Presen...

Page 25: ...n Off Auto Power Off Disable 3 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min Quick Cooling On Off Instant Restart On Off Blank Timer Disable 5 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min Sleep Timer Disable 30 min 1 hr 2 hr 3 hr 4 hr 8 hr 12 hr Background Color Default Black Blue Purple Splash Screen Default Black Blue Settings 2 High Altitude Mode On Off Yes No Audio Settings 2 Mute On Off Volume Lamp Settin...

Page 26: ...22 INFORMATI ON Current System Status Source Display Mode Resolution Lamp Mode 3D Format Color System Equivalent Lamp Firmware Version ...

Page 27: ...h of the image Digital Zoom Magnifies or reduces the projected image 3D This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies videos and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images 3D Mode The default setting is Off If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format press to choose a...

Page 28: ... R Gain G Gain B Gain Adjusts the contrast levels of Red Green and Blue R Offset G Offset B Offset Adjusts the brightness levels of Red Green and Blue Color Manager The Color Manager provides six sets RGBCMY of colors to be adjusted When you select each color you can independently adjust its range hue saturation and gain according to your preference Primary Color selects a color from among Red Yel...

Page 29: ...on automatically when VGA signal is detected Selecting Off the projector has to be turnned on manually by keypad or remote Auto Power Off Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time Quick Cooling Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will be shortened to a few seconds If you attempt to restart the projector rig...

Page 30: ... elapsed operating time in hours Security Settings Change Password You will be asked to enter new password or the current password before changing to a new one Change Security You can activate or disable the password protection once the password is input Baud Rate Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS 232 cable and upda...

Page 31: ... the IMAGE menu Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal Lamp Mode Shows the current lamp mode 3D Format Shows the current 3D mode Color System Shows input system format NTSC PAL SECAM or RGB Equivalent Lamp Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used Firmware Version Shows firmware version ...

Page 32: ...this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Cleaning the Lens Gently wipe the lens with lens cleaning paper Do not touch the lens with your hands Cleaning the Projector Housing Gently wipe with a soft cloth If dirt and stains are not easily removed use a soft cloth damped with water or water and neutral detergent and wipe dry with a soft dry cloth Note Turn off the pro...

Page 33: ...f vibration shock or degradation as a result of hours of use as its lifetime draws to an end Risk of explosion may differ according to the environment or conditions in which the projector and lamp are being used Wear protective gloves and eyeglasses when fixing or detaching the lamp Faster on off cycles will damage the lamp and reduce lamp life Wait at least for 5 minutes to turn off the projector...

Page 34: ...he screw 8 Turn on the projector If the lamp does not turn on after the warm up period try reinstalling the lamp 9 Reset the lamp hour Refer to the Settings 2 Lamp Settings Reset lamp timer menu Note Dispose the used lamp according to local regulations Ensure that screws are tightened properly Screws not tightened fully may result in injury or accidents Since the lamp is made of glass do not drop ...

Page 35: ...ge the projector Follow these steps 1 Turn the projector off Wait for the Power LED to stop flashing then unplug the power cord 2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down 3 Pull out the dust filter Illustration 1 4 To clean the dust filters use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment Illustration 2 5 If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is brok...

Page 36: ...put 3 5 mm stereo mini jack x 1 Control terminal RS 232 x 1 mini B USB x1 supports firmware upgrade Speaker None 2 watt x 1 Video compatibility NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL N PAL M SECAM HDTV 480i p 576p 720p 1080i p Composite video Scanning frequency Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency 31 100 KHz 50 120 Hz Environment Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C Humidity 10 80 Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C...

Page 37: ...33 Dimensions 285 mm W x 208 mm D x 116 mm H Ceiling mount installation 208 116 285 67 6 77 8 76 5 Ceiling mount screws M4 x 8 Max L 8mm Unit mm 207 6 ...

Page 38: ...oling Lamp Error Messages Off Off Solid First Lamp lit error cooling Off Off Blinking 1 Hz Lamp error in normal operation Thermal Error Messages Off Blinking 1 time Off Fan 1 error Off Blinking 2 times Off Fan 2 error Off Blinking 3 times Off Fan 3 error Off Solid Off Over temperature 5Hz Orange Blinking Off Off Thermal break error Off Blinking 5 Hz Off Thermal sensor fail System Error Messages Of...

Page 39: ...00 XGA_75 75 029 60 023 78 750 XGA_85 84 997 68 667 94 500 XGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 989 97 551 115 5 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75 67 5 108 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 60 45 74 250 1280 x 720_120 120 90 000 148 500 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59 87 47 776 79 5 1280 x 800 WXGA_60 59 81 49 702 83 500 WXGA_75 74 934 62 795 106 500 WXGA_85 84 88 71 554 122 500 WXGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 909 101 563 146 2...

Page 40: ...al Frequency Hz Color sub carrier Frequency MHz 3D Field Sequential NTSC 15 73 60 3 58 PAL 15 63 50 4 43 SECAM 15 63 50 4 25 or 4 41 PAL M 15 73 60 3 58 PAL N 15 63 50 3 58 PAL 60 15 73 60 4 43 NTSC4 43 15 73 60 4 43 Timing Resolution Horizontal Frequency KHz Vertical Frequency Hz Pixel Frequency MHz 3D Field Sequential 480i 720 x 480 15 73 59 94 13 5 480p 720 x 480 31 47 59 94 27 576i 720 x 576 1...

Page 41: ...is turned on and connected For a computer connection ensure your notebook computer s external video port is turned on Refer to the computer manual If the image is out of focus While displaying the on screen menu adjust the focus ring The image size should not change if it does you are adjusting the zoom not the focus Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning If the image is flickering ...

Page 42: ... 24 53 4F 55 52 3D 52 47 42 32 23 0D Write HDMI CR sour hdmi CR 0D 24 53 4F 55 52 3D 48 44 4D 49 23 0D Write Composite CR sour vid CR 0D 24 53 4F 55 52 3D 56 49 44 23 0D Write S Video CR sour svid CR 0D 24 53 4F 55 52 3D 53 56 49 44 23 0D Read Current source CR sour CR 0D 24 53 4F 55 52 3D 3F 23 0D Audio Control Write Mute On CR mute on CR 0D 24 4D 55 54 45 3D 4F 4E 23 0D Write Mute Off CR mute of...

Page 43: ...CR con CR 0D 24 43 4F 4E 3D 3F 23 0D Write Brightness CR bri CR 0D 24 42 52 49 3D 2B 23 0D Write Brightness CR bri CR 0D 24 42 52 49 3D 2D 23 0D Read Brightness value CR bri CR 0D 24 42 52 49 3D 3F 23 0D Write Color CR color CR 0D 24 43 4F 4C 4F 52 3D 2B 23 0D Write Color CR color CR 0D 24 43 4F 4C 4F 52 3D 2D 23 0D Read Color value CR color CR 0D 24 43 4F 4C 4F 52 3D 3F 23 0D Write Sharpness CR s...

Page 44: ... 50 4D 3D 4C 4E 4F 52 23 0D Write Economic mode CR lampm eco CR 0D 24 4C 41 4D 50 4D 3D 45 43 4F 23 0D Read Lamp Mode Status CR lampm CR 0D 24 4C 41 4D 50 4D 3D 3F 23 0D Miscellaneous Write Blank On CR blank on CR 0D 24 42 4C 41 4E 4B 3D 4F 4E 23 0D Write Blank Off CR blank off CR 0D 24 42 4C 41 4E 4B 3D 4F 46 46 23 0D Read Blank Status CR blank CR 0D 24 42 4C 41 4E 4B 3D 3F 23 0D Write Freeze On ...