Home » Hitachi Manuals » Projectors » Hitachi CPX4 » Manual Viewer

Hitachi CPX4 User Manual

Hitachi CPX4 - CP X4 XGA LCD Projector Manual

UPC - 050585151505

View all Hitachi CPX4 manuals

Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals

Hitachi CPX4 manual content summary:

Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 1
Projector CPX4 User's Manual (detailed) Operating Guide Thank you for purchasing this projector. WARNING ►Before using this product, please read all manuals for this product. Be sure to read "Safety Guide" first. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference. About this manual
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 2
lens cover 3 Replacing the filter cover for bottom-up use 3 PICTURE menu 25 Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, Color temp, Color, Tint, Sharpness, My memory Part names 4 Projector 4 Control panel 5 Remote control 5 Setting up 6 Arrangement 6 Connecting your devices 8 Using a USB storage 10
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 3
USB memory. Preparations Contents of package Please see the "Contents of package" in the "User's Manual (concise)" which is a book. Your projector loop. Replacing the filter cover for bottom-up use For the projector installed bottom-up, please replace the filter cover with the enclosed filter cover
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 4
Part names Part names HOT! (1) (2) (3) (4) Projector (5) SD CARD (1) Lamp cover (61) The lamp unit is inside. (2) Focus ring (18) (3) Zoom ring (18) (4) Control panel (5) (5) SD card slot cover (10) (6) Elevator knobs (x 2) (18) (7) Elevator feet (x 2) (18) (8) Lens (14, 65) (9) Lens
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 5
(15, 22) (3) MENU button (22) It consists of four cursor buttons. (4) POWER indicator (14, 67) (5) TEMP indicator (67) (6) LAMP indicator (67) Remote control (1) VIDEO button (16) (2) COMPUTER button (16) (3) SEARCH button (17) (4) STANDBY/ON button (14) (5) ASPECT button (17) (6) AUTO
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 6
down (b) • Keep a space of 30 cm or more between the sides of the(b)projector a•(anC)donosthue(ltcr)wouibtphjeycotsusr udcehalaesr walls. before a specia(lci)ndsotwalnlation such as suspending from 129 7.1 278 8.5 334 7 3 304 120 7.8 306 9.3 368 65 26 392 154 8.5 334 10.2 400 8 3 365 144 6
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 7
humid or dusty place. Placing the projector in such places could cause fire, electric shock and/or malfunction of the projector. • Do not place the projector near humidifiers, smoking spaces or a kitchen. ►Position the projector to prevent light from directly hitting the projector's remote sensor. 7
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 8
USB USB STORAGE AUDIO OUT COMPUTER IN1 COMPUTER IN2 DC 5V 0.5A AUDIO OUT L Be sure to read the manuals forSd-VIDeEOvices before connecting themAUDIOtoIN the projector to the lamp cover of the projector. Please see the "Using an SD card" (10). • To display a signal from LAN, USB STORAGE or SD
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 9
with screws. • When connecting a laptop PC to the projector, be sure to activate the PC's external RGB output. (Set the laptop PC to CRT display or to simultaneous LCD and CRT display.) For details on how this is done, please refer to the instruction manual of the corresponding laptop PC. • When the
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 10
USB storage, such as a USB memory, insert the device into the USB STORAGE port. Before removing the USB storage, be sure to perform the REMOVE procedure using the SERVICE SD CARD 4. Replace the SD card slot cover. It is recommended that the cover is slid sideways to the projector. Using the slot
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 11
Using the security slot This product has the security slot for the Kensington lock. For details, see the manual of the security tool. WARNING ►Do not use the security slot to prevent the projector from falling down, since it is not designed for it. Security slot COMPUTER IN1 COMPUTER IN2 S-VIDEO
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 12
hook part of the battery cover, remove it. 2. Align and insert the two AA batteries (HITACHI MAXELL, Part No. LR6 or R6P) according to their plus and minus terminals as indicated in the remote control. 3. Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and snap it back into place. WARNING
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 13
remote control works as a simple mouse and keyboard of the PC, when the projector's USB port (B type) connects with the PC's USB port (A type) port via a mouse cable. USB function may not work depending on the PC's configurations and mouse drivers. - You cannot do things like press two buttons at
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 14
sure that the POWER indicator turns in steady orange and the lens cover is removed. 2. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The projection lamp will light up and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in green. When the power is completely on, the indicator will stop
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 15
ESC ENTER RESET 1. Press MUTE button on the remote control. A dialog will appear on the screen indicating is set to AUTO and the input signal supports the C.C. feature (60). DOWN OFF ࡯ LAMP TEMP POWER ● W hile TURN ON is selected for AUTO SEARCH item in OPTION menu (40), the projector
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 16
FREEZE PAGE VOLUME ON UP 㧗 DOWN OFF ࡯ KEYSTONE MY BUTTON MUTE 1 2 POSITION MENU ENTER 1. Press VIDEO button on the remote control. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its input port from the current port as below. S-VIDEO VIDEO ● While TURN ON is selected for AUTO
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 17
in above order repeatedly till an input signal is detected. Selecting an aspect ratio 1. Press ASPECT button on the remote control. Each time you press the button, the projector switches the mode for aspect ratio in turn.  F or a computer or MIU signal NORMAL  4:3  16:9  SMALL  F or a video
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 18
lock the elevator feet. 4. After making sure that the elevator feet are locked, put the projector gently. 5. If necessary, the elevator feet can be manually twisted to make more precise adjustments. Hold the projector when twisting the feet. To loose an elevator foot, pull up the elevator knob on
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 19
FINE or DISABLE is selected for the AUTO ADJUST item of the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu (43). MYSOURCE/ VIDEO COMPUTER DOC.CAMERA ASPECT AUTO SEARCH BLANK Adjusting the position 1. Press POSITION button on the remote control when no menu is indicated. The "POSITION" indication will appear on
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 20
(1) The AUTO executes automatic vertical keystone correction. (2) The MANUAL displays a dialog for keystone correction. Use the ▲/▼ buttons for MENU press the OFF button of MAGNIFY on the remote control. ENTER ESC RESET ● The projector automatically exits from the MAGNIFY mode when the input
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 21
continues projecting a still image for a long time, the LCD panel might possibly be burned in. Do not leave the projector in the FREEZE mode for too long. Temporarily blanking the screen 1. Press BLANK button on the remote control. The BLANK screen will be displayed instead of the screen
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 22
remote control or the projector. LAMP TEMP POWER ESC ENTER RESET has priority just after powered on, will appear. ࡯ ESC button RESET button 2 MUTE DOWN RESET MENU ENTER ESC OFF ON MAGNAIFSYPVEICFDTREEOEZACEUOTMOPUPTAESUGREPEDAOMRCY.CSCVHAOOUMLERURCBMAEL/EANK 㧗 SD CARD While the projector
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 23
EASY MENU From the EASY MENU, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons. Then perform it according to the following table. EASY MENU Item ASPECT AUTO KEYSTONE EXECUTE KEYSTONE Description Using the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for aspect ratio.
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 24
the ◄/► buttons switches the mode for mirror status. See MIRROR item in SETUP menu (34). Performing this item resets all of EASY MENU items except FILTER TIME and LANGUAGE. A dialog is displayed for confirmation. Selecting RESET using the ▲ button performs resetting. The usage time of the air
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 25
from left end on the test pattern, use the equalizing adjustment bar "1". The darkest tone at the left end of the test pattern cannot be controlled with any of equalizing adjustment bar. • When this function is performed, lines or other distortion may appear. (continued on next page) 25
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 26
PICTURE menu PICTURE menu (continued) Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons switches the color temperature mode. #1 HIGH � #1 CUSTOM � #2 MID � #2 CUSTOM � � #6 CUSTOM #3 LOW � � #6 Hi-BRIGHT-3 #3 CUSTOM � � #5 CUSTOM � #5 Hi-BRIGHT-2 � #4 CUSTOM � #4 Hi-BRIGHT-1 COLOR TEMP COLOR
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 27
a moment when an adjustment is made. This is not a malfunction. This projector has 4 memories for adjustment data (for all the items of PICTURE menu SAVE function saves the current adjustment data into the memory linked in the number included in the function's name. • Remember that the current data
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 28
IMAGE menu IMAGE menu From the IMAGE menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 29
appear outside a picture. • The items adjusted by this function may vary when the FINE or DISABLE is selected for the AUTO ADJUST item of the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu (43). 29
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 30
INPUT menu INPUT menu From the INPUT menu, items shown in the table below can be performed. Select an item using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, and press the ► cursor button or ENTER button to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. Item Description Using the ▲/▼ buttons
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 31
. In such a case, please select the TURN OFF. Set the computer input signal type for the ports of COMPUTER. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the computer input signal type. AUTO ó SYNC ON G OFF Sync on Green signal can be supported, if AUTO is selected. • When the AUTO is selected, the picture may be
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 32
INPUT menu INPUT menu (continued) Item RESOLUTION Description The resolution for the COMPUTER IN input signals can be set on this projector. (1)In the INPUT menu, select the RESOLUTION using the ▲/▼ buttons and press the ► button. The RESOLUTION menu will be displayed. (2)In the RESOLUTION
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 33
executed only once when selected in the menu. When the slant of the projector is changed, execute this function again. • The adjustable range for correction the image • The adjustable range of this function will vary with the type of input signal. For some input, this function may not work well.
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 34
. MIRROR NORMAL ó H:INVERT ó V:INVERT ó H&V:INVERT If the Transition Detector is TURN ON and MIRROR status is changed, Transition Detector Alarm (48) will be displayed when projector is restarted after the power switch is turned off. 34
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 35
C.C.(Closed Caption) is automatically activated, if the C.C. is set to AUTO in the DISPLAY menu of the C.C. menu and the signal from the input port supports the C.C. feature (60). 35
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 36
. MENU POSITION To quit the operation, press MENU button on the remote control or keep no operation for about 10 seconds. Using the ▲/▼ buttons ó BLACK BLANK MyScreen ORIGINAL BLUE, WHITE, BLACK Feature Screen can be registered by the MyScreen item (37). Screen preset as the standard screen.
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 37
when no signal or an unsuitable signal is detected. MyScreen ó ORIGINAL ó TURN OFF START UP MyScreen ORIGINAL TURN OFF Feature Screen can be registered by the MyScreen item (below). Screen preset as the standard screen. Plain black screen. MyScreen • To avoid remaining as an afterimage, the
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 38
Lock MESSAGE Description When the registration is completed, the registered screen and the following message are displayed for several changing The indication of "FREEZE" and "II" while the projector is in the FREEZE mode. • If the projector goes into the FREEZE mode while the TURN OFF is selected
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 39
SCREEN menu (continued) SCREEN menu Item SOURCE NAME TEMPLATE Description Each input port for this projector can have a name applied to it. (1)Use the ▲/▼ buttons on the SCREEN menu to select SOURCE NAME and press the ► button. The SOURCE NAME menu
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 40
button or ENTER button to execute the item, except for the items LAMP TIME and FILTER TIME. Then perform it according to the following table. Item AUTO SEARCH started from the current port. Then when an input is found, the projector will stop searching and display the image. COMPUTER IN  MIU VIDEO
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 41
signal reaches at the set time, the projector lamp will be turned off. If one of the projector's buttons or the remote control buttons is pressed or one of the commands (except get commands) is transmitted to the CONTROL port during the corresponding time, projector will not be turned off. Please
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 42
ó S-VIDEO Selecting this item displays the SERVICE menu. Select an item using the ▲/▼ buttons, and press the ► button or the ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. FANSPEED  AUTO ADJUST  GHOST  FILTER MESSAGE FACTORY RESET  INFORMATION  REMOTE FREQ.  KEY LOCK 42 (continued on
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 43
feature is disabled. FINE ó FAST ó DISABLE SERVICE (continued) FINE: Finer tuning including H.SIZE adjustment filter clean, setting the suitable time according to your environment of this projector. • Please check and clean the air filter periodically, even if there is no message. If the air filter
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 44
SERVICE (continued) Description KEY LOCK Using the ▲/▼ buttons turns on/off the key lock feature. When TURN ON is selected, the buttons on the projector the remote control. REMOTE FREQ. Use the ▲/▼ button to change the Projector's remote sensor the items LAMP TIME, FILTER TIME, LANGUAGE, SECURITY and MIU
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 45
This projector is equipped with security functions. User registration is as possible. 1.1-2 Use the buttons to enter the registered PASSWORD. Move the cursor to the right side of the the ENTER button on the remote control or INPUT/ENTER button on the projector will close the NOTE NEW PASSWORD
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 46
Pressing the ENTER button on the remote control or INPUT/ENTER button on the projector will return to MyScreen PASS WORD to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX (large). Enter the registered PASSWORD and the screen will return to the MyScreen on/ user registration information is confirmed. BOX (large) 46 (continued
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 47
LOCK is a function which prevents the projector from being used unless a registered Code is input. 3.1 Registering the PIN Code 3.1-1 Use the the projector will turn off. 3.3-2 Contact your dealer with the 10 digit Inquiring Code. Your PASSWORD will be sent after your user registration information
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 48
, the lamp will turn off. This function will activate only when the projector is started ENTER button on the remote control or the INPUT/ENTER button on the projector will return to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX (large). Enter the registered PASSWORD and the screen will return to the Transition
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 49
10 digit Inquiring Code. Your PASSWORD will be sent after your user registration information is confirmed. ENTER PASSWORD BOX (large) 5. Using the START UP screen and the INPUT- INFORMATION- when the INFORMATION on the SERVICE menu is chosen. • This function is available only when the MY TEXT
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 50
. Pressing the ENTER button on the remote control or INPUT/ENTER button on the projector will return to the MY TEXT PASSWORD to display the ENTER PASSWORD BOX (large). Enter the registered PASSWORD and the screen will return to the MY TEXT PASSWORD user registration information is confirmed. 50
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 51
the ▲/▼ cursor buttons on the projector or remote control, and press the ► cursor button on the projector or remote control, or ENTER button on the remote control to execute the item. Then perform it according to the following table. See the User's Manual - Network Guide for details of MIU operation
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 52
is no PC in the Single PC mode connected to the projector, the DISPLAY USER NAME box is shown as right. MULTI PC mode The Display User Names will be shown in the DISPLAY USER NAME box. • See the User's Manual - Network Guide for details of the Display User Name setting. (continued on next page) 52
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 53
menu. Using the menu is able to make the projector display the images stored in an SD memory card or a USB memory, and realizes a presentation without a PC. items can be set with Web Remote Control (Refer to Network Guide) except DISPLAY SIZE, KEY CONFIG. and REMOVE MEDIA. (continued on next page)
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 54
to select an item, and the ► or ENTER button on the remote control to perform the item. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) SETUP IP when DHCP is set to OFF. • The IP ADDRESS is the number that identifies this projector on the network. You cannot have two devices with the same IP ADDRESS
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 55
Year (last two digits), Month, Date, Hour and Minute. • The projector will override this setting and retrieve DATE AND TIME information from the Time server when SNTP is enabled. (4.1.8 Date/Time Settings of the User's Manual - Network Guide) Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the mode of the network
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 56
MIU menu MIU menu (continued) Item SETUP (continued) SSID (continued on next page) 56 Description Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the SSID to display the SSID menu. DEFAULT Pressing the ► or ENTER button when one of the DEFAULT (#1~#4) is selected. CUSTOM Press the ► or ENTER button when the # 5
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 57
or INPUT/ENTER button, 1 character or all characters will be erased. The PROJECTOR NAME can be input up to 64 characters. (3) To change an already and press the ENTER or INPUT/ENTER button. To revert to the previous PROJECTOR NAME without saving changes, move the cursor to the CANCEL on screen and
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 58
MY IMAGE function (10). The application software "PJTransfer" is required to store image(s) into the projector. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select an item which is a still image by the MY IMAGE (4.5 MY IMAGE (Still Image Transfer) Display of the User's Manual - Network Guide) and the ► or ENTER button
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 59
and "SPEED" field, instead of the setting value in the SETUP menu. Selecting this item displays the SERVICE menu. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select an item, and the ► or ENTER button on the remote control to perform the item. MIU RESTART Use the ▲ button to restart the network communication. The network
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 60
required to have NTSC format video or 480i@60 format component video source supporting C.C. feature to utilize this function. It may not work properly, depending is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide. The information covers the entire screen. Not all of the C.C.
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 61
start using them. Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. To prepare a new lamp, contact your dealer and tell the lamp type number. Type number : DT00781 Replacing the lamp 1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool for at least 45
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 62
have the lamp replaced even if the bulb is not broken. • Do not use the projector with the lamp cover removed. At the lamp replacing, make sure that the screws are screwed in firmly. Loose screws could result in damage or injury. • Use only the lamp of the specified type. • If the lamp breaks soon
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 63
your dealer and tell the air filter type number. Type number : MU03602 When you replace the lamp, please replace the air filter. An air filter of specified type will come together with a replacement lamp for this projector. Cleaning the air filter 1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 64
battery. NOTE • The internal clock's time will be reset when the battery is removed. Please reconfigure the time via the menu or a web browser after replacing the battery. ( 4.1.8 Date/Time Settings of the User's Manual - Network guide) 64
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 65
not touch the lens directly with your hand. Caring for the cabinet and remote control Incorrect care could have adverse influence such as discoloration, peeling paint, etc. 1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently. 2. After making sure that the
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 66
company. Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector, the following checks and measures are recommended before requesting repair. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied. Related messages
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 67
Troubleshooting Regarding the indicator lamps When operation of the LAMP, TEMP and POWER indicators differs from usual, check and cope with it according to the following table. POWER LAMP TEMP indicator indicator indicator Description Lighting Turned Turned The projector is in a standby state.
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 68
make the projector cool down enough. USB COMPUTER IN Shutdown switch Resetting all settings When it is hard to correct some wrong settings, the FACTORY RESET function of the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu (44) can reset all settings (except LANGUAGE, FILTER TIME, LAMP TIME, FILTER MESSAGE, MIU
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 69
outlet, and allow the projector to cool down at least 10 minutes, then turn the power on again. Either there is no lamp and/or lamp cover, or either of Adjust the volume to a higher level using the menu function or the remote control. The AUDIO setting is not correct. Correctly set the AUDIO in the
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 70
or the remote control. Reference page 24, 25 No pictures are The computer cannot detect the projector as a plug displayed. (continued) and play monitor. WHISPER item in the SETUP menu. The lamp is approaching the end of its product lifetime. Replace the lamp. 24, 33 61 Pictures appear blurry.
Hitachi CPX4 | User Manual - Page 71
Lamp Speaker Power supply Power consumption Temperature range Size Weight (mass) Ports Optional parts Specification Liquid crystal projector 1.6 cm (0.63 type x1 Others USB STORAGE....... USB-A x1 SD card........... SD card slot x1 USB USB-B x1 LAN RJ45 x1 Lamp: DT00781 Air filter: MU03602 *