Mitsubishi Electronics XD490U Setting up your projector, Screen size and projection distance

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Setting up your projector (continued)

Screen size and projection distance

Refer to the following table to determine the screen size.

Screen size

A

(Height of the projected image)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hd

B

(Width of the projected image)

Center of the lens

Projected distance (L)

When the aspect ratio of the screen is 4:3

 

Screen size

 

 

 

 

Projected distance (L)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4:3 Diagonal size

Height A

Width B

 

Min.

Max.

 

 

Hd

inch

cm

inch

 

cm

inch

cm

inch

 

m

inch

 

m

inch

 

cm

40

102

24

 

61

32

81

51

 

1.3

62

 

1.6

2.8

 

7

60

152

36

 

91

48

122

77

 

2.0

94

 

2.4

4.3

 

11

80

203

48

 

122

64

163

103

 

2.6

125

 

3.2

5.7

 

14

100

254

60

 

152

80

203

130

 

3.3

157

 

4.0

7.1

 

18

150

381

90

 

229

120

305

196

 

5.0

237

 

6.0

10.7

 

27

200

508

120

 

305

160

406

262

 

6.6

316

 

8.0

14.2

 

36

250

635

150

 

381

200

508

327

 

8.3

-

 

-

17.8

 

45

300

762

180

 

457

240

610

393

 

10.0

-

 

-

21.4

 

54

• The above figures are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements.

Virtual lens shift

To adjust the positions of the projector and the screen, use VIRTUAL LENS SHIFT in the INSTALLATION menu.

1.

Display the INSTALLATION menu. (See page 22 for menu setting.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Press the ￿ or ￿ button to select VIRTUAL LENS SHIFT.

 

 

opt.

 

 

 

XGA60

3.

Press the ￿ or ￿ button to select ON

 

.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Press the ENTER button.

INSTALLATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• The setting menus of VIRTUAL LENS SHIFT are displayed.

WALL SCREEN

BEIGE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Press the ￿ or ￿ button to select SCREEN SIZE.

VIRTUAL

OFF

 

LENS SHIFT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(The screen can be reduced to the SVGA size.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIRTUAL LENS SHIFT

 

 

 

 

6.

Press the ￿ or ￿ button to adjust the screen size.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCREEN SIZE

0

 

 

 

 

• Every time the ￿ button is pressed, the image becomes smaller. As the

 

 

 

 

 

 

HORIZ. POSITION

0

 

 

 

 

image becomes smaller, the lens shift range becomes larger.

 

 

 

 

 

 

VERT. POSITION

0

 

 

 

7.

Press the ￿ or ￿ button to select HORIZ. POSITION or VERT. POSITION.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

Press the ￿ or ￿ button to bring the center of the image to the center of the screen.

 

 

 

 

HORIZ. POSITION

Every time the ￿ button is pressed, the image moves to the left.

 

Every time the ￿ button is pressed, the image moves to the right.

VERT. POSITION

Every time the ￿ button is pressed, the image moves down.

 

Every time the ￿ button is pressed, the image moves up.

[Example] When projecting onto a blackboard in a classroom:

Blackboard

Actual display area

Reduced image

Adjustable in any of four directions.

Image displacement

1.Change the SCREEN SIZE to reduce the projected image.

2.A black frame appears around the image. Move the image so that the entire black frame stays on the blackboard.

3.Set WALL SCREEN from OFF to BLACK BOARD.

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Contents XD490 XD460 When using the projector in Europe Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenContents Important safeguards Do not keep using the damaged projector Do not look into the lens when it is operatingDo not unplug the power cord during op- eration Place of installationChecking accessories Inserting the batteries into the remote controlPreparing your projector Overview Control panelEN-7 Terminal boardRemote control Preparating your projectorBottom side About the laser beamUsing the remote control Operational range of the remote controlReception angle Front of projector Rear of projectorSetting up your projector Setting up the screenBasic setup Adjusting the projection angleWall screen Front projection, ceiling mountingRear projection Setting up your projector When the aspect ratio of the screen isScreen size and projection distance Virtual lens shiftConnecting the projector to a computer Viewing computer imagesPlugging the power cord Viewing computer imagesAbout DDC Projecting images When connecting to a notebook computer Example of the setting procedure for external outputTo stop projecting AV muteConnecting the projector to video equipment Connecting to a video player, etcWhen a TV tuner or VCR is connected Viewing video imagesPlugging in the power cord Connecting to video equipment having a DVI-D terminalViewing video images Projector + DVD player or Hdtv decoderProjecting images Volume from the speaker Setting the aspect ratio How to change the settingsWith the remote control With the Feature menuHow to set the menus Menu operationAvailable settings in the menus Installation menuImage menu Feature menu Signal menuMenu operation Adjusting projected images To adjust the brightness Contrast and BrightnessTo adjust the color Color and Tint To cancel the menuAdjusting projected images To adjust the tone of white Color TempAbout color temperature Color EnhancerTo adjust the vertical position LPF Progressive filterAdvanced features Password functionTo enable the password function To cancel the password functionExpand Picture in Picture PinPStill Advanced features Mouse remote controlOperation Interval of lamp replacement Replacing the lampCleaning of the projector and the ventilation slots Cleaning of the lensReset of the lamp operation time Replacing the lampTroubleshooting No image appears on the screen Problem SolutionTroubleshooting Problem SolutionImages are not displayed correctly Others Problem Solution Kensington LockIndicators Normal conditionAbnormal condition Status ConditionReplacement part Option / Not included in the box SpecificationsSpecifications XGA85Connectors Dimension Drawings unit mmMitsubishi Projector Contact Information

XD490U specifications

The Mitsubishi Electronics XD490U is a projector designed to cater to the needs of both professional and educational environments. Its versatility and advanced features make it a popular choice for those looking to deliver impactful presentations and engaging lectures. This model stands out for its blend of performance, convenience, and image quality.

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The XD490U uses DLP technology, which is well-known for its reliability and excellent color reproduction. DLP projectors like the XD490U are less prone to color decay over time compared to other technologies, ensuring consistent performance throughout its lifespan. The projector supports a native resolution of XGA (1024 x 768), making it ideal for displaying presentations, videos, and images without losing detail.

To enhance usability, the Mitsubishi XD490U features a range of connectivity options. It includes multiple inputs such as HDMI, VGA, and composite video, making it compatible with a variety of devices from laptops to DVD players. This adaptability is essential for environments where multiple devices may be used for presentations.

The XD490U is also equipped with a built-in 10-watt speaker, which provides adequate sound for smaller rooms without the need for additional audio equipment. For larger settings, the projector can easily be connected to external sound systems.

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Overall, the Mitsubishi Electronics XD490U is a robust projector that combines impressive image quality, versatile connectivity, and user-friendly features, making it an excellent option for anyone seeking a reliable projection solution for various professional and educational applications.