Basic Operation

Turning On the Projector

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Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR,

 

etc.) before turning on the projector.

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Connect the projector's AC power cord into an AC outlet.

 

The POWER indicator blinks red in a moment and lights red.

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Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the top control or on

 

the remote control. The POWER indicator turns green

 

lighting and the cooling fans start to operate. The

 

preparation display appears on the screen and the count

 

down starts.

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After the count-down, the input source that was selected

last and the Lamp mode status icon (see page 42) appear on the screen.

If the projector is locked with a PIN code, PIN code Input Dialog Box will appear. Enter the PIN code as instructed below.

Enter a PIN code

Select a number by pressing the Point 78 button and fix the number with the SELECT button. The number will change to "✳". If you fixed a wrong number, move the pointer to "Set" or "Clear" once by pressing the Point d button, then return to "PIN code". Enter the correct number again.

Repeat this step to complete entering a four-digit number.

When the four-digit number is fixed, the pointer will automatically move to "Set". Press the SELECT button so that you can start to operate the projector.

If you entered a wrong PIN code, "PIN code" and the number (✳✳✳✳) will turn red and disappear. Enter a correct PIN code all over again.

What is PIN code?

PIN code is a security code using Personal Identification Number that allows the person who knows it to operate the projector. Setting PIN code prevents others except the specific users from operating the projector.

A PIN code consists of a four-digit number. Refer to PIN Code Lock function in Setting on page 43 for locking operation of the projector with your PIN code.

CAUTION ON HANDLING PIN CODE

If you forget your PIN code, the projector can no longer be started. Set a new PIN code with special care, write it down in column on page 59 of this manual, and keep it at hand. Should the PIN code be missing or forgotten, consult your dealer or service center.

✔Note:

•If the correct PIN code number is not input for 3 minutes after the PIN code dialog box appeared, the projector will be turned off automatically.

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The preparation display disappears after 20 seconds.

Selected Input Source and Lamp Mode

Lamp mode

(See page 42 for Lamp mode.)

PIN code Input Dialog Box

Pointer

After the OK icon disappears, you can operate the projector.

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