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Chapter 4 Settings - [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu 5 Display the status by color. Green: There is an allowance for brightness correction. Yellow: There is little allowance for brightness correction. Red: There is a brightness control error. 6 Display error detailed messages. 7 Display error messages. When the message [Failed to apply BRIGHTNESS CONTROL to some projectors.] appears, it means that synchronization with the projector displayed in red has failed. Press as to select the projector displayed in red, and press the button to display the error details. 8 Update to the latest status information. rrError details Error message [Exceed maximum number of projectors.] [Please check the COMMAND CONTROL setting.] [Please check the USER NAME and PASSWORD in the COMMAND CONTROL setting.] [Cannot apply BRIGHTNESS CONTROL. Please check projector status.] [Brightness Sensor Error] Measures to take ff Limit the number of projectors in one group to eight. ff To synchronize nine or more projectors, use a PC and the dedicated software "Multi Monitoring & Control Software"*1. ff Set [NETWORK CONTROL] → [COMMAND CONTROL] to [ON] for the projector in error. ff Set [NETWORK CONTROL] → [COMMAND PORT] of all projectors to be linked to the same value. ff Assign the same [User name] and [Password] strings that have web control administrator rights to all projectors to be linked. ff The projector is in standby. Switch on the power. ff There is a problem with the brightness sensor. If problems persist even after switching on the power, consult your dealer. *1 "Multi Monitoring & Control Software" is included in the supplied CD-ROM. Note ff If the synchronized projectors are not displayed in the list, check the following: gg Are there devices with the same IP address on the network? gg Are the LAN cables connected correctly? (x page 160) gg Are the subnets of the projectors the same? gg Are the same [LINK] settings applied to a group? ff Refer to [NETWORK SETUP] (x page 157) or "[Network config] page" (x page 170) on how to change the projector name. Brightness control adjustment procedure example The steps exemplify an adjustment to link the brightness of eight projectors connected in a network. 1) Connect all projectors to the hub using LAN cables. (x page 160) 2) Switch on all projectors and start projection. 3) Set [CONSTANT MODE] of [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] to [OFF], and select [APPLY], and then press the button. 4) Set [OPERATING MODE] of each projector to the same setting. (x page 125) 5) Set [SUBNET MASK] and [IP ADDRESS] in each projector. ffTo be able to communicate over the network, set the same value in [SUBNET MASK] for all projectors and set a different value in [IP ADDRESS] for each projector. 6) Wait for at least eight minutes after projection has started until the light source brightness becomes steady. 7) Set all items in the [PICTURE] menu of all projectors to the same values. 8) Adjust [COLOR MATCHING] to match colors. 9) Display the internal test pattern "All white" in all projectors. 10) Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] of all projectors to 100 % or the maximum value that can be set. ffDepending on the [OPERATING MODE] settings, [LIGHT OUTPUT] may not be able to be set to 100 %. 11) Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] of the projector with the least brightness to 90 % or 10 % lower than the maximum value that can be set. ENGLISH - 133

Section	Page
Read this first!	5
Chapter 1 Preparation	17
Precautions for use	18
Cautions when transporting	18
Cautions when installing	18
Security	21
DIGITAL LINK	21
Art-Net	22
Early Warning Software	22
Disposal	22
Cautions on use	22
Accessories	24
Optional accessories	25
About your projector	26
Remote control	26
Projector body	28
Preparing the remote control	31
Inserting and removing the batteries	31
When using the multiple projectors	31
Connecting the remote control to the projector with a cable	32
Chapter 2 Getting Started	33
Setting up	34
Installation mode	34
Parts for ceiling mount (optional)	35
Projected image and throw distance	35
Adjusting adjustable feet	45
Attaching/removing the projection lens (optional)	46
Attaching the projection lens	46
Removing the projection lens	47
Connecting	48
Before connecting	48
Connecting example: AV equipment	49
Connecting example: Computers	50
Connecting example using DIGITAL LINK	51
Chapter 3 Basic Operations	53
Switching on/off the projector	54
Connecting the power cord	54
Power indicator	54
Switching on the projector	55
When the initial setting screen is displayed	56
Making adjustments and selections	62
Switching off the projector	63
Projecting	64
Selecting the input signal	64
How to adjust focus, zoom, and shift	64
Adjusting the lens position and focus when the Fixed-focus Lens (Model No.: ET‑D75LE90) is used	65
Setting the lens position	66
Adjustment range by the lens position shift (optical shift)	66
Adjusting the lens mounter when the focus is unbalanced	67
Operating with the remote control	70
Switching the input	70
Using the shutter function	71
Using the on-screen display function	72
Using the automatic setup function	72
Switching the image aspect ratio	72
Using the function button	73
Displaying internal test pattern	73
Using the status function	73
Using the AC voltage monitor function	74
Setting ID number of the remote control	74
Chapter 4 Settings	75
Menu navigation	76
Navigating through the menu	76
Main menu	77
Sub-menu	78
[PICTURE] menu	82
[PICTURE MODE]	82
[CONTRAST]	82
[BRIGHTNESS]	83
[COLOR]	83
[TINT]	83
[COLOR TEMPERATURE]	83
[GAMMA]	85
[SYSTEM DAYLIGHT VIEW]	86
[SHARPNESS]	86
[NOISE REDUCTION]	87
[DYNAMIC CONTRAST]	87
[SYSTEM SELECTOR]	88
sRGB-compliant video	89
[POSITION] menu	90
[SHIFT]	90
[ASPECT]	90
[ZOOM]	91
[CLOCK PHASE]	92
[GEOMETRY]	92
[ADVANCED MENU] menu	95
[DIGITAL CINEMA REALITY]	95
[BLANKING]	95
[INPUT RESOLUTION]	96
[CLAMP POSITION]	96
[EDGE BLENDING]	97
[FRAME RESPONSE]	98
[FRAME CREATION]	99
[FRAME LOCK]	99
[RASTER POSITION]	100
[DISPLAY LANGUAGE] menu	101
Changing the display language	101
[3D SETTINGS] menu	102
[3D SYSTEM SETTING]	102
[3D SYNC SETTING]	102
[3D INPUT FORMAT]	103
[LEFT/RIGHT SWAP]	103
[3D COLOR MATCHING]	103
[3D PICTURE BALANCE]	104
[DARK TIME SETTING]	104
[3D FRAME DELAY]	105
[3D TEST MODE]	105
[3D TEST PATTERN]	105
[SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MESSAGE]	106
[3D SAFETY PRECAUTIONS]	106
[DISPLAY OPTION] menu	107
[COLOR MATCHING]	107
[LARGE SCREEN CORRECTION]	108
[SCREEN SETTING]	108
[AUTO SIGNAL]	109
[AUTO SETUP]	109
[BACKUP INPUT SETTING]	110
[SIMUL INPUT SETTING]	111
[RGB IN]	112
[DVI-D IN]	113
[HDMI IN]	114
[DIGITAL LINK IN]	115
[SDI IN]	117
[ON-SCREEN DISPLAY]	118
[IMAGE ROTATION]	120
[BACK COLOR]	120
[STARTUP LOGO]	120
[UNIFORMITY]	121
[SHUTTER SETTING]	121
[FREEZE]	123
[WAVEFORM MONITOR]	123
[CUT OFF]	124
[PROJECTOR SETUP] menu	125
[PROJECTOR ID]	125
[PROJECTION METHOD]	125
[OPERATION SETTING]	125
[LIGHT OUTPUT]	129
[BRIGHTNESS CONTROL]	130
[STANDBY MODE]	134
[NO SIGNAL SHUT-OFF]	134
[NO SIGNAL LIGHTS-OUT]	134
[INITIAL STARTUP]	135
[STARTUP INPUT SELECT]	135
[DATE AND TIME]	135
[SCHEDULE]	136
[RS-232C]	138
[REMOTE2 MODE]	140
[FUNCTION BUTTON]	140
[LENS CALIBRATION]	140
[LENS MEMORY]	141
[STATUS]	142
[AC VOLTAGE MONITOR]	143
[SAVE ALL USER DATA]	144
[LOAD ALL USER DATA]	144
[INITIALIZE]	144
[SERVICE PASSWORD]	145
[P IN P] menu	146
Using P IN P function	146
[TEST PATTERN] menu	148
[TEST PATTERN]	148
[SIGNAL LIST] menu	149
Registering new signals	149
Renaming the registered signal	149
Deleting the registered signal	149
Protecting the registered signal	150
Expanding signal lock-in range	150
Sub memory	151
[SECURITY] menu	152
[SECURITY PASSWORD]	152
[SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE]	152
[DISPLAY SETTING]	152
[TEXT CHANGE]	153
[CONTROL DEVICE SETUP]	153
[CONTROL DEVICE PASSWORD CHANGE]	154
[NETWORK] menu	156
[DIGITAL LINK MODE]	156
[DIGITAL LINK SETUP]	156
[DIGITAL LINK STATUS]	157
[NETWORK SETUP]	157
[NETWORK CONTROL]	158
[NETWORK STATUS]	158
[DIGITAL LINK MENU]	159
[Art-Net SETUP]	159
[Art-Net CHANNEL SETTING]	159
[Art-Net STATUS]	160
Network connection	160
Connecting to a twisted-pair-cable transmitter	161
Accessing from the web browser	162
Chapter 5 Maintenance	181
Light source/temperature/filter indicators	182
When an indicator lights up	182
Maintenance/replacement	184
Before performing maintenance/replacement	184
Maintenance	184
Replacing the unit	186
Troubleshooting	187
Self-diagnosis display	189
Chapter 6 Appendix	191
Technical information	192
PJLink protocol	192
Using Art-Net function	193
Control commands via LAN	196
<SERIAL IN>/<SERIAL OUT> terminal	199
<REMOTE 2 IN> terminal	203
Two-window display combination list	204
Control device password	205
Upgrade Kit	205
List of compatible signals	206
Specifications	212
Dimensions	215
Precautions for attaching the Ceiling Mount Bracket	216

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Settings — [PROJECTOR SETUP] menu

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Display the status by color.

Green: There is an allowance for brightness correction.

Yellow: There is little allowance for brightness correction.

Red: There is a brightness control error.

Display error detailed messages.

Display error messages.

When the message [Failed to apply BRIGHTNESS CONTROL to some projectors.] appears, it means that synchronization with the

projector displayed in red has failed.

Press

to select the projector displayed in red, and press the <ENTER> button to display the error details.

Update to the latest status information.

Error details

Error message

Measures to take

[Exceed maximum number of

projectors.]

Limit the number of projectors in one group to eight.

To synchronize nine or more projectors, use a PC and the dedicated software “Multi Monitoring &

Control Software”

[Please check the COMMAND

CONTROL setting.]

Set [NETWORK CONTROL]

→

[COMMAND CONTROL] to [ON] for the projector in error.

Set [NETWORK CONTROL]

→

[COMMAND PORT] of all projectors to be linked to the same value.

[Please check the USER NAME

and PASSWORD in the COMMAND

CONTROL setting.]

Assign the same [User name] and [Password] strings that have web control administrator rights to

all projectors to be linked.

[Cannot apply BRIGHTNESS

CONTROL. Please check projector

status.]

The projector is in standby. Switch on the power.

[Brightness Sensor Error]

There is a problem with the brightness sensor. If problems persist even after switching on the

power, consult your dealer.

“Multi Monitoring & Control Software” is included in the supplied CD-ROM.

Note

If the synchronized projectors are not displayed in the list, check the following:

Are there devices with the same IP address on the network?

Are the LAN cables connected correctly? (

page 160)

Are the subnets of the projectors the same?

Are the same [LINK] settings applied to a group?

Refer to [NETWORK SETUP] (

page 157) or “[Network conﬁg] page” (

page 170) on how to change the projector name.

Brightness control adjustment procedure example

The steps exemplify an adjustment to link the brightness of eight projectors connected in a network.

Connect all projectors to the hub using LAN cables. (

page 160)

Switch on all projectors and start projection.

Set [CONSTANT MODE] of [BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SETUP] to [OFF], and select [APPLY], and then

press the <ENTER> button.

Set [OPERATING MODE] of each projector to the same setting. (

page 125)

Set [SUBNET MASK] and [IP ADDRESS] in each projector.

To be able to communicate over the network, set the same value in [SUBNET MASK] for all projectors and

set a different value in [IP ADDRESS] for each projector.

Wait for at least eight minutes after projection has started until the light source brightness becomes

steady.

Set all items in the [PICTURE] menu of all projectors to the same values.

Adjust [COLOR MATCHING] to match colors.

Display the internal test pattern “All white” in all projectors.

10) Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] of all projectors to 100 % or the maximum value that can be set.

Depending on the [OPERATING MODE] settings, [LIGHT OUTPUT] may not be able to be set to 100 %.

11) Set [LIGHT OUTPUT] of the projector with the least brightness to 90 % or 10 % lower than the

maximum value that can be set.