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Polaroid polaview 110 Projector user manual

1. The remote control and infrared eye E o9 a Using the projector 31 The remote control contains all the key functions available on the projector control panel as well as several additional features For best results aim the remote control at the pro jection screen or at the front panel of the projector Do not obstruct the infrared eye located on the front of the projector Key Function STANDBY ON Turns the lamp on and off ZOOM Zooms in and out TIMER Starts and stops the break timer BLANK Turns a solid background on and off SEARCH Switches between all connected and active video sources VIDEO 1 2 Switches between connected video Sources 32 Using the projector Key Function g JOYSTICK Functions as arrow keys or as a mouse h RIGHT RESET Resets the projector settings to the factory defaults if the menus are open Functions as a right mouse button if the projector is in the Host mode See Operating the projector later in this chapter i MENU Displays or hides the menu j FOCUS Adjusts the focus k VOLUME Decreases or increases the volume of internal and or external speakers I MUTE Turns audio on or off m RGB 1 2 Switches between connected com puter sources Using the projector 33 Using the joystick e Operating the projector Local mode Use the joystick to move through the menus and select items or change values in them
2. 3 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO IN 1 port on the projector Refer to Connecting computer audio later in this chapter Note If you are using a second computer video or audio source plug the output cables for these sources into the RGB IN 2 and AUDIO IN 2 connectors 4 Ifyou want to use an external monitor connect the monitor cable to the RGB OUT port of the projector 5 Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY ON key Note To use the projector you do not need an external monitor Connecting Use the video cable adapter shown below to connect a Macintosh computers Macintosh computer to the projector The Macintosh cable adapter Use the cable adapter and supplied VGA video cable to con nect the projector to your Macintosh computer 18 Detailed setup connections Wis aH e to COMPUTER 1 IN port neon ior cable wal htec to AGB OUT port monito mble Unplug the Macintosh monitor cable from the computer Plug one end of the supplied VGA video cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector Attach the VGA end of the Mac VGA cable adapter to the other end of the VGA video cable Plug the Mac end of the Mac VGA cable adapter into the Macintosh video port Connect the audio source to the projector AUDIO IN 1 port Refer to Connecting computer audio later in this chapter Note If you are using a second computer video or audio source plug the output cables for these sources into the RGB IN
3. If an over temperature condition occurs perform the follow ing checks while you allow the projector to cool Make sure the room temperature is below 95 F 35 C Check the intake and exhaust vents Clear any obstruction to the airflow Make sure the fans are working If the projector has reached an over temperature condition and the fans are working you should feel a strong flow of hot air from the top vent and a strong rush of air directly into the front and rear of the projector If either fan is not working the projector needs service After the projector returns to its normal operating tempera ture you must turn the main power switch off and back on to clear the over temperature indicator Press the STAND BY ON key on the control panel to relight the lamp Note The remote control STANDBY ON button does not function after an over temperature condition until the main power switch is turned off and on and the lamp is turned on from the control panel The LAMP indicator flashes red if the air filter door is removed The lamp indicator glows a steady red if the lamp burns out Caution f the lamp fails during a presentation make sure that the projector cools for a few minutes with the projector off before you attempt to change the lamp See Chapter 4 Maintenance for instructions on changing the lamps The lamp and surrounding parts get very hot Use appropriate care when changing the lamps Using the remote control
4. Menu item Options Function REVEAL Selects the speed for g A revealing an image O MEDIUM oOo A O stow MENU SIZE Changes the 5 E on screen menu size MESSAGE oT E Turns the on screen o Gemeng OFF image source messages on or off CYCLOPS Initiates Cyclops z Apei calibration See the Cyclops user s guide for more information Press CANCEL to cancel the calibration 42 Using the projector OPTION OPT menu The OPT menu is used to control the projector communica tions settings OPT menu screen Menu item Options Function COM SPEED COM SPEED bps Selects the speed of 1200 data transmission COM BITS Selects the format of m1 data transmission Use 7N1 for 7 data bits No parity 1 stop bit Use 8N1 for 8 data bits No parity 1 stop bit Using the projector 43 Menu item Options Function MOUSE Selects the speed of g pi mouse movement O MEDI o O stow TIMER A Sets the duration of the break timer LANGUAGE Oe Sets the language o oieiecnd D for the menu oO DEUTSCH displays O ESPANOL O ALA NORSK O NEDERLANDS AUTO OFF Sets the time the BEMIR projector can run STOP with no action before it automatically turns off The maximum is 99 Press RESET to set it to 0 44 Using the projector Setting the timer Quick menus You can set the timer to count down for breaks class activi ties and other presentation requirements From t
5. You can also use the joy stick as your system mouse if you install the serial cable and follow the boot instructions detailed in the Host mode sec tion on the next page Move the joystick left or right to move across the menus Move the joystick up or down to move up or down ina menu Move the joystick up to move up one level when you are at the top of a menu Press the joystick to make a menu selection If you are operating in Host mode the joystick provides the following functions Move the joystick up down left or right to move the cursor Press the joystick to initiate a mouse click Press the joystick twice for a double mouse click The control panel and remote control provide access to all projector features Press a key to select a function or to navi gate through the menus The projector can operate in Local or Host mode Any time you activate the projector menus the projector is in Local mode In Local mode the remote control can be used to move through and select items in the projector menus 34 Using the projector Host mode The projector can emulate a serial mouse allowing you to control your computer from the joystick on the remote control You do not need a special mouse driver to emulate a serial mouse with the remote control Use one of the following sections to set up your projector for mouse emulation Before you begin ensure that Windows 3 x Windows 95 or OS 2 is configured to use a standard
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8. Notice This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe A prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique edict par le minist re des Communications du Canada European Notice Waming This is a Class A product In a domestic environ ment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures The CE mark certifies that this product satisfies the requirements of the EU European Union regarding safety public health environment and consumer protection CE is the abbreviation of Conformit Europ enne This product is in conformity with the following directives 73 23 EEC low voltage directive 89 33 EEC EMC directive 93 68 EEC CE marking directive Copyright 1996 Polaroid Corporation All rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice Table of contents 1 Introduction What s in the box 2 Quick start 3 Connector panel 6 Control panel 7 2 Detailed setup Your Polaview Model 110 Projector 9 Getting started 10 Connector panel 13 Supplying power to the projector 15 Computer video and audio connections 16 3 Using the
9. can then use the joystick on your remote control as the computer system mouse see Using the joystick in Chapter 3 Before you begin make sure the projector and computer power are on and that the cables are securely connected Note This CONTROL feature is only available for PCs Detailed setup 23 Connecting the Cyclops interactive pointer system Use the CYCLOPS port to connect the projector and optional Cyclops interactive pointer system to the computer You can use the Cyclops system to control your computer on screen mouse cursor The optional Cyclops interactive pointer system is shipped with its own installation and user s guides The Cyclops kit also includes extra cables to connect the projector and the computer Connect one end of the appropriate serial cable to the CYCLOPS port of the projector Connect the other end of the cable to the computer On a PC connect the computer end to a serial port Ona Macintosh connect the computer end to an ADB con nector Projector AUDIO OUT The projector contains an internal stereo system consisting of an amplifier and one speaker Although this system provides high quality audio output a multimedia presentation may require independently powered stereo speakers or an external sound system Note Use the MUTE key to turn on or off the internal or any external speakers connected to the projector To connect your projector to an external stereo system Insert one end of
10. items AUTO OFF 43 COM BITS 42 COM SPEED 42 LANGUAGE 43 MOUSE 43 TIMER 43 OPTION OPT menu 42 Ordering parts 61 Over temperature 30 P VOLUME 44 Quick menus 44 Quick start Desktop Macintosh computers 3 Desktop PCs 3 Notebooks 4 Parts 61 PC connections 16 22 Polaview Model 110 Turning off 27 Turning on 25 Projector Moving 11 Positioning 10 Transporting 11 Projector cooling and airflow 12 Projector operation Using a mouse 32 Using control panel and remote control 34 Power 29 Power receptacle 6 13 15 Power switch 7 14 Power to the projector 15 Remote control batteries 50 Remote control keys 31 33 Repair of your projector 54 Replacement parts 61 RESET key 8 28 Returning your projector for repair 54 REVEAL 41 RGB IN 1 amp 2 6 13 RGB OUT 7 14 RGB 1 or 2 39 66 Index S v SEARCH VIDEO 1 2 VGA connections 16 RGB 1 2 44 VGA video cable 16 SETUP menu 37 SETUP menu options BRIGHT 37 COLOR 37 CONTRAST 37 H PHASE 38 H POSIT 38 H SIZE 38 SHARPNESS 37 TINT 37 VOLUME 37 V POSIT 38 SHARPNESS 37 Special configurations 5 20 Specifications 59 STANDBY ON key 7 26 28 30 S Video 1 amp 2 6 13 S Video source connections 21 T TEMP indicator 8 29 30 TEST PATTERN 39 TIMER 43 Timer 44 TINT 37 Troubleshooting guide 51 Turning off the projector 27 Turning on the projector 25 VI
11. projector Turning on the projector and lamp 25 Control panel keys 28 Using the remote control 31 Using the Main menu 36 ii Table of contents 3 Using the projector SETUP menu 37 INPUT menu 39 IMAGE menu 40 OPTION OPT menu 42 Setting the timer 44 Quick menus 44 4 Maintenance Cleaning the lens 45 Replacing the lamp 46 Cleaning the air filter 48 Changing the remote control batteries 50 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 51 Where to get help 55 Polaroid Offices and Service Centers 56 One Year Warranty 58 Appendix A Specifications 59 Appendix B Parts 61 Index 63 1 Introduction The Polaroid Polaview Projector family consists of portable color data and video projection products that make sharing data and presenting information as easy as connecting your computer to your monitor This manual covers the Polaview Model 110 Projector which provides images of unrivaled clarity and color accuracy The Polaview Model 110 Projector in use 2 Introduction What s in the box Items included with the projector D GO o CG After you open the box and take out the projector and acces sory packs make sure you have all of the items shown Caution The projector should be treated like any other pre cision optical instrument Handle it carefully Projector f AV cable Remote control g Mini stereo to North American power cord mini stereo cable Serial cable h Mac VGA cab
12. 00 baud Select COM Bits and make sure it is set to 7N1 Restart Windows Troubleshooting 55 Symptom Cause Solution The mouse cursor The projector host Open the projector menus appears in Windows mode mouse function and choose OPT but does not respond to is disabled Select COM Speed and make the remote control sure it is set to 1200 baud Select COM Bits and make sure it is set to 7N1 The mouse cursor appears The notebook is not Check the notebook in Windows and responds configured for or user s guide for details to the integrated pointing does not support dual about dual mouse input device but not to the mouse input or how to disable the remote control built in mouse Where to get help If at any time you need help 1 Check the Troubleshooting guide 2 Call your dealer s technical support line and explain your problem 3 Call Polaroid Corporation see pages 56 and 57 56 Troubleshooting Polaroid Offices and Service Centers Australia Polaroid Australia Pty Ltd 13 15 Lyonpark Road P O Box 163 North Ryde N S W 2113 Tel 02 9 950 7000 Fax 02 887 2209 Belgique Belgi Polaroid Belgium N V S A Rue Colonel Bourg 111 Kolonel Bourgstraat 111 1140 Bruxelles 1140 Brussel Tel 32 2 702 86 20 Fax 32 2 726 92 99 Toll free 32 78 155 905 Brasil Polaroid do Brasil Ltda Av Paulista 1776 112 andar Cerqueira Cesar S o Paulo Capital 01310 921 Tel 55 11 285
13. 2 and AUDIO IN 2 connectors Use your existing monitor cable to connect the projector to a separate computer monitor so you can use the projector and monitor at the same time Note The projector only supports the Multi Sync monitors for Macintosh computers Other monitors cannot be used 5 Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY ON key Detailed setup 19 Note To use the projector you do not need an external monitor Connecting Use the appropriate cable and adapter to connect your notebook computers portable computer to the projector Laptop connections Note If you are connecting the projector to an Apple PowerBook attach the Mac VGA cable adapter to the com puter VIDEO OUTPUT port or video adapter cable 1 Plug the COMPUTER end of the VGA cable into the comput er VGA or Video Out port or into the Mac VGA cable adapter Macintosh only 2 Plug one end of the supplied VGA cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector 3 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO IN 1 port on the projector 4 Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY ON key Note If your projector does not project an image at the same time your laptop monitor displays an image refer to your laptop documentation for information on switching between the internal screen and the video port 20 Detailed setup Special configurations If your computer has an internal monitor but no external video capability Macintosh Performa 57
14. 5 PowerMac 5200 and certain PowerBooks you need a separate video adapter card to attach the projector to it Setup for a third party adapter is identical to the procedures outlined in the Quick start section in Chapter 1 Contact your dealer Polaroid Customer Service or a third party supplier for more information about an appropriate video adapter Connecting computer audio The AUDIO IN 1 and 2 ports allow audio input from two sep arate computers or microphones Insert the mini jack at one end of a computer audio cable into the AUDIO OUT port of a Macintosh or the sound card of a PC Insert the mini jack at the other end of the AV cable into the projector AUDIO 1 or 2 ports Note Although two COMPUTER AUDIO sources and two other AUDIO sources may be connected simultaneously only one can be active If computer video is selected COMPUTER AUDIO is active If NTSC PAL SECAM S VHS video is being viewed the L AUDIO R are active Detailed setup 21 amp YDEO VIDEO L AL Connecting composite video You can display composite video NTSC PAL or SECAM on the projector Use the supplied AV cable to connect an NTSC PAL or SECAM source to your projector Find the RCA connector on your video source marked VIDEO OUT or something similar This connector is usually yellow Insert one of the yellow AV cable connectors into the VIDEO OUT jack of the video source Insert the other yellow connector into the projector VI
15. AM S VHS 2 computer stereo audio 2 TV stereo audio RS 232 control port Cyclops interactive pointer system Outputs Power source Stereo audio 1 RGB monitor 100 120 VAC 5A or 220 240 VAC 2A Dimensions 12 6 in W x 18 2 in L x 6 9 in H Weight 23 1 Ibs Appendix B Parts Replacement product Part no Lamp assembly L84 Remote control A15 Power cord U S C151 10 Power cord Europe C152 10 VGA video cable C950 06 VGA Macintosh cable adapter C951 AV cable C550 6 Serial cable C551 6 Mini stereo to mini stereo cable 900 55010 Lens cap 280 00099 Air filter 280 00186 Optional accessory Model Part no Rolling hard case A295 Rolling soft case A298 Cyclops interactive pointer system A2075 S Video cable C552 6 You can order accessories and replacement parts through your local dealer or by contacting Polaroid see pages 56 and 57 A c Accessories 61 COLOR 37 AC power switch 9 14 15 COM BITS 42 Air filter 48 AUDIO 6 14 Audio connection Computer 20 Non computer 22 AUDIO IN 1 amp 2 6 13 AUDIO OUT 7 14 23 AUDIO OUT ports External speaker system connection 23 External stereo system connection 23 AUDIO ports Monaural source 22 Stereo source 22 AUTO OFF 43 BLANK 40 BRIGHT 37 COM SPEED 42 Composite video connections 21 Computer audio connections 20 Computer audio port 20 Computer video connection Macintosh computer
16. DEO 1 amp 2 6 13 VIDEO 1 or 2 39 Video input ports Composite video connections 21 S Video connections 21 VOLUME 37 VOLUME 44 V POSIT 38 Z ZOOM key 7 26 28 31 Polaroid Polaroid and Polaview are trademarks of Polaroid Corporation Cambridge MA U S A Proxima and Cyclops are registered trademarks of Proxima Corporation IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc Other trademarks may be the property of their respective owners PXW8457A 10 96 Printed in U S A 710 00505 1 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projyector com We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright The copyright remains the property of their respective owners ABOUT PROJECTOR COM Projector com http www projector com is your review and buying guide resource for DLP and LCD video projectors Visit the site to read the latest projector news and reviews read and comment on projector specifications download user manuals and much more
17. DEO 1 port Connecting an S Video source To connect an S Video source use the supplied S Video cable instead of an RCA cable connection The S Video cable has identical round 4 pin mini DIN connectors on both ends To connect an S Video source Insert one end of the S Video cable into the mini DIN VIDEO OUT port of the video source Insert the other end of the S Video cable into the projector S VIDEO port Use the red and white AV cable connectors to connect audio from the S Video source to the projector See the fol lowing section Connecting non computer audio 22 Detailed setup FGE OUT Connecting non computer audio The AUDIO ports allow you to connect stereo or monaural audio from a composite video source to the projector For stereo audio use the supplied AV cable Insert the red right and white left ends of the cable into the AUDIO OUT ports of a composite video audio source Connect the other end of each cable to the projector AUDIO IN ports Note Although two COMPUTER AUDIO sources and two other AUDIO sources may be connected simultaneously only one can be active If computer video is selected COM PUTER AUDIO is active If NTSC PAL SECAM S VHS video is being viewed AUDIO is active If your audio source is monaural connect it to the left AUDIO port Connecting the PC to the projector through the CONTROL port You can connect the projector to a computer through the CONTROL port You
18. OM Zooms in and out FOCUS Adjusts the focus 8 Introduction Options and accessories Key Function MENU Controls the menu RESET Resets the image to the factory defaults ON Flashes green during start up Glows green if AC input and projector power supplies are functioning Glows red if they are not or if the air filter door is removed TEMP Glows red to warn of an over temperature condition Flashes red if the fan is not working LAMP Glows red if the projection lamp burns out Cyclops interactive pointer system The Proxima Cyclops interactive pointer system uses a built in camera to function like a cordless mouse With the Cyclops system you can control your computer cursor on then projected image by moving the hand held wand or optional hand held laser pointer 2 Detailed setup Your Polaview Model 110 Projector Before you begin examine the components of the projector The Polaroid Polaview Model 110 Projector and the Cyclops Remote Control a Handle g b Internal speaker h c Infrared lens i d Projection lens assembly j e Control panel k f Rear exhaust Connector panel AC power switch Power cord receptacle Bottom intake filter Remote control 10 Detailed setup Getting started Place the projector on a solid flat surface at a right angle perpendicular to the projection screen and parallel to the floor If you use a media cart make sure the whee
19. PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projyector com We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright The copyright remains the property of their respective owners ABOUT PROJECTOR COM Projector com http www projector com is your review and buying guide resource for DLP and LCD video projectors Visit the site to read the latest projector news and reviews read and comment on projector specifications download user manuals and much more Polaroid Polaview 110 Projector User Guide FCC Statement Waming This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interfer ence to radio communications It has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class A computing device pur suant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Waming Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Polaroid could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canadian
20. a computer audio cable into the AUDIO OUT port of the projector Insert the plug at the other end into the external amplifier or AUDIO IN port of the speaker system 3 Using the projector Turning on the projector and lamp Turn on the projector before you turn on your computer This allows the computer to sense the projector during its startup sequence Move the AC power switch to the ON position The ON indi cator on the projector control panel glows orange The lamp is off when you first turn on the projector Press the STANDBY ON key on the operator panel for one second to turn the lamp on The ON indicator blinks for a few sec onds while the lamp warms up and then turns a steady green Next turn on your computer Caution Never operate the projector if the air intake or exhaust grills are clogged or obstructed or if the electric fans are not running 26 Using the projector Projector STANDBY ON key Focusing and zooming the image Qe 055 You can use the title screen image that appears when you first start the projector to make your focus and image size adjustments Press the ZOOM key on the control panel or remote con trol to make the image larger or smaller Note If you have a Cyclops interactive pointer system installed and you change the image size you must recali brate the Cyclops camera Adjust the focus using the FOCUS buttons on the control panel or remote control Ima
21. ause Solution No image projected No power to projector Lamp not on Lamp burned out Over temperature Turn power ON Check AC cord Check power to electrical outlet Turn lamp ON Replace lamp assembly Allow projector to cool turn indication projector OFF and then ON make sure the bottom air filter door is closed No computer image Loose cable Check and secure cable projected No power to computer Incompatible video system connections Turn on computer If possible check computer with another monitor 52 Troubleshooting Symptom No video image Cause Video source s Loose cable Solution Check power on the video source s Check and secure cable connections between video source and projector LAMP indicator glowing red Burned out lamp Replace lamp assembly Displayed image not square keystoning Projected image out of focus Projector set at wrong angle to projection screen Projection lens not focused Adjust relative positions of projector and screen Adjust the lens focus Projected image larger than screen Zoom lens not adjusted properly or projector too far from screen Adjust zoom lens or move projector closer to screen Projected image smaller than the screen Zoom lens not adjusted properly or projector too close to screen Adjust zoom lens or move projector away from screen Image off center H or V POSIT a
22. d cable Adjust COLOR setting Adjust CONTRAST setting then adjust BRIGHT brightness setting No audio Audio source s Loose wrong cables Check audio source s for power ON and proper operation Check and secure cables between audio source s and projector 54 Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Solution TEMP indicator Air vent s clogged Internal fan failure Bottom air filter door is open Allow projector to cool clear obstructions from vents Clean or replace filter as necessary Allow projector to cool check for fan and blower operation service if necessary Close bottom air filter door Remote control does not work Batteries upside down or old Projector infrared receiver window blocked Out of range Check battery placement or replace with new batteries Remove object obstructing infrared receiver on front of the projector Move within 20 feet and within a 30 angle to the front of the projector Remote control does not work as a mouse control Serial cable not connected Wrong mouse driver installed Projector turned on out of sequence Connect cable Use Microsoft serial mouse driver Turn on projector connect cable and turn on computer The mouse cursor does not appear in Windows Windows does not detect a mouse connected to the computer Open the projector menus and choose OPT Select COM Speed and make sure it is set to 12
23. djusted incorrectly Compatibility problem Misalignment or damage to optical elements Adjust H and or V POSIT if image does not center check for compatibility problems Verify projector is image compatible with one of the standards listed in Appendix A Specifications Projector requires service Troubleshooting 53 Symptom No image on computer screen Cause Power switch is off or projector is not running Lamp is burned out Cable not connected Solution Computer must be on for computer monitor to display Turn off projector replace lamp Connect cable Streaks on monitor Video cable plugged into computer or projector is upside down Check computer or projector cable connections Faint screen Low intensity Adjust BRIGHT brightness and CONTRAST settings Jittery fuzzy letters Out of sync Adjust H PHASE setting Cannot get entire image on screen scrambled image Compatibility problems Verify projector is image compatible with one of the standards listed in Appendix A Specifications Shimmering colors H PHASE or BRIGHT setting out of adjustment Adjust H PHASE or BRIGHT brightness settings Colors weak in video mode NTSC PAL S VHS Getting excessive white or washout in NTSC PAL or S VHS mode Weak video signal COLOR setting may be too low CONTRAST setting too high Check for faulty video source bad connection fraye
24. e projected image only H POSIT Adjusts the horizontal position Computer of the projected image only H PHASE Adjusts the horizontal phase Computer setting Use this setting if you only see uneven horizontal features streaks or shimmering in a computer video image H SIZE Adjusts the width of a Computer computer display only Using the projector 39 INPUT menu INPUT menu screen Use the Input menu to select a video source Use the arrow keys to select a source If you choose VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 select a video format Select TEST PATTERN to adjust your focus SETUP MAGE OPT Menu item Options Function RGB 1 or 2 Selects the RGB 1 or 2 port VIDEO 1 or 2 setup INPUT MAGE OPT Selects the VIDEO 1 Geet ssm or2 port and the E DEZ AUTO d O mes We video signal type PATTERN SECAM AUTO NTSC PAL SECAM TEST PATTERN Displays a full screen test pattern A0 Using the projector IMAGE menu Use this menu to adjust the projected video image and select how the projector displays the image IMAGE menu screen INPUT OPT Menu item Options Function MIRROR Standard operating mode Flips the picture horizontally vertically or horizontally and vertically BLANK WHITE Se S blank color BLANK white blue or BLACK black OOO Using the projector 41
25. ery 250 operating hours to maintain proper cooling This filter is located on the bottom of the projector under the grill 1 Disconnect all cables and cords from the projector 2 Set the projector on its side connector panel down 3 Loosen and remove both screws on the filter cover Removing the screws on the air filter cover Removing the air filter cover The components of the air filter Maintenance 4 Press up on the air filter cover tab to release the cover latch and then pull the cover down and out 5 Remove the air filter and clean it with a vacuum cleaner If dirt is hard to remove wipe the air filter with a cloth moist ened with water then wipe it with a dry cloth 6 Reassemble and re install the air filter 50 Maintenance Changing the remote control batteries If you are not planning to use the remote control for awhile remove the batteries from the unit To install or change the two AAA alkaline batteries in the remote control 1 Locate the battery compartment at the lower rear of the case Slide the cover back to open the compartment 2 Insert new batteries orienting them as illustrated inside the compartment 3 Close the compartment by sliding the cover back into place Caution e Do not use batteries not specified for this unit e Do not use old and new batteries together e Do not insert batteries incorrectly 5 Iroubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Symptom C
26. ge size Turning off the projector Using the projector 27 The size of the projected image changes as you move the projector closer to the screen or adjust the zoom lens The following table indicates the minimum and maximum dis tance from the projector to the screen for most standard size screens Distance from projector screen Screen size Minimum Maximum 40 in 53 9 in 87 8 in 60 in 82 3 in 134 in 80 in 111 in 179 in 100 in 139 in 224 in 120 in 168 in 270 in 150 in 210 in 338 in 200 in 281 in 452 in Press and hold the STANDBY ON key on the control panel for one second to turn the lamp off When using the remote control press and hold the STANDBY ON key for two seconds The fan stops about one minute later and the ON indicator starts to glow Turn the AC power switch off 28 Using the projector Control panel keys Control panel keys The control panel keys are used to turn the projector on or off adjust the projected image and to display and hide the menus Power warning and alert lights give you important information about how your projector is working Key Function STANDBY ON Turns the lamp on or off INPUT Switches between active connected video inputs MUTE Turns the audio on or off ZOOM Zooms in and out Press to make the picture larger Press to make the picture smaller FOCUS Adjusts the focus of the image MENU Controls the
27. he Options menu choose Timer and press the right MENU key on the control panel or move the joystick to the right When the Timer menu appears use the MENU keys on the control panel or the joystick on the remote control to set the time Press MENU and the clock begins to count down The projector has Quick menus for easy adjustment of vol ume focus and video source Adjustment slide bars appear at the bottom of the screen when you press following remote control buttons Adjustment item Function VOLUME Increases or decreases the volume level FOCUS Adjusts the focus of the image SEARCH VIDEO 1 2 Displays the currently selected RGB 1 2 video input port Cleaning the lens Your Polaview Model 110 Projector requires minimal main tenance however follow these recommendations for peri odic maintenance to ensure top performance The lamp lenses mirrors and LCD panels have been care fully aligned at the factory to give you the clearest brightest image possible However mishandling can cause misalign ment or damage to the optical elements Take appropriate care when you use or handle any of the optical elements From time to time you need to clean the lens Take a piece of lens tissue and form it into a loose swab Wet it with lens cleaning fluid or denatured alcohol and gently move it over the lens surface Take a part of the lens tissue that you have not touched and repeat the proces
28. jector 5 To project and view the monitor at the same time plug the monitor cable into the RGB OUT port of the projector Note The projector only supports the Multi Sync standard for separate monitors to be used with Macintosh desktop computers Other monitor connectors cannot be used 6 Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY ON key Note If you turn the projector off while the computer is running the external monitor goes blank This is normal Just turn the projector on again and the monitor display returns Notebooks Note If you are connecting the projector to an Apple PowerBook attach the Mac VGA cable adapter to the com puter Video Out port or video adapter cable 1 Plug the COMPUTER end of the VGA video cable into the notebook VGA Out port or into the Mac VGA cable adapter Macintosh only 2 Plug one end of the VGA video cable into the RGB 1 IN port on the projector 3 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO 1 IN port on the projector 4 Turn on the projector and press the STANDBY ON key Introduction 5 Special configurations If your computer has an internal monitor but no external video capability such as the Macintosh Performa 575 PowerMac 5200 and certain PowerBooks you need a video adapter card to attach it to the Model 110 projector Setup for a third party adapter is identical to the procedures outlined in the Quick start section above Contact your deal er Polaroid Customer Ser
29. le adapter VGA video cable Introduction 3 Also included but not shown Quick start 2 AA alkaline batteries European power cord User s guide U K power cord Product registration card Place the Model 110 projector on a solid flat surface at a right angle perpendicular to the projection screen parallel to the floor Follow the appropriate section below for the type of system that you have These steps are described in Chapter 2 Detailed setup Note The projector has two sets of computer video and audio inputs The following examples describe the use of input 1 Desktop PCs Unplug the monitor cable from the computer Plug one end of the supplied VGA cable into the RGB 1 IN port on the projector Plug the other end into the computer Monitor Out port Connect your audio source to the AUDIO 1 IN port on the projector You can project without using the PC monitor To use the monitor plug the monitor cable into the RGB OUT port on the projector Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY ON key Desktop Macintosh computers Unplug the monitor cable from the computer Plug one end of the supplied VGA video cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector Attach the VGA end of the Mac VGA cable adapter to the other end of the VGA video cable 4 Introduction 3 Plug the Mac end of the Mac VGA cable adapter into your computer Video port 4 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO 1 IN port on the pro
30. lists the main menu options that you can select Note that the Input and Image menus display only those items that are relevant to the selected input source computer video or S Video Menu Function SETUP Adjusts image quality and position INPUT Selects a video input source IMAGE Allows image inversion and other functions OPT Changes communication functions Default settings The factory settings are indicated by in the individual menu tables Press RESET when any menu item is selected to return it to the factory default Using the projector 37 SETUP menu Use the SETUP menu selections to adjust image quality and position The computer source Setup menu is shown below Setup menu screen Option What it does Source VOLUME Increases or decreases All sources the volume level BRIGHT Increases or decreases All sources the intensity level of the projected image CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the All sources projected image SHARPNESS Adjusts the sharpness of the Video only projected image COLOR Adjusts the color saturation for Video only NTSC PAL or S VIDEO sources TINT Adjusts the red or green color Video only balance for NTSC or S VIDEO except sources PAL Note that selections are different for each type of video source 38 Using the projector Option What it does Source V POSIT Adjusts the vertical position of Computer th
31. ls are locked to prevent it from moving Positioning the projector Projection screen Paraldl to the foor Detailed setup 11 Transporting and The projector has a recessed handle located in one of the moving the projector side panels Always use the handle to transport the projec tor The projector has protective feet on the side opposite the handle as well as on the bottom Transporting the projector If you are moving the projector a short distance grasp the sides of the projector securely as shown below to stabilize the weight of the unit Moving the projector 12 Detailed setup Projector cooling and airflow Allow for proper airflow The air intake grill is on the bottom of the projector The air exhaust grill is on the rear panel Caution Never operate the projector if these grills are clogged or obstructed or if the electric fans are not running Detailed setup 13 Connector panel All connections between the projector and your computer or video source are made on the side connector panel The connector panel Connector Description a VIDEO1 amp 2 Connects to video output from an NTSC PAL or SECAM source b S VIDEO 1 amp 2 Connects to an S Video source c CYCLOPS port Connects your computer to the Cyclops interactive pointer system d AUDIOIN1 amp 2 Connects to stereo mono audio output from the computer e RGBIN1 amp 2 Connects computer video to the p
32. menu RESET Resets all image settings to the fac tory defaults Hold the button down to display the number of hours that the lamp has already been used Using the projector 29 MENU Control panel indicators Press the MENU keys to display the menu options above the projected image If a menu selection is not made within five seconds the menu disappears Menu settings are auto matically stored when you exit the menus or turn off the projector See The graphical user interface later in this chap ter for more information Power warning and alert indicators give you important information about how your projector is working Indicator Function ON Glows green if AC input and projector power supplies are functioning properly Glows red if not or if the air filter door is removed Glows orange while in standby mode Flashes green during lamp start up Flashes orange during lamp cool down TEMP Glows red to warn of an over temperature condition or if the air filter door on the bot tom of the projector is open LAMP Glows red if the projection lamp burns out Flashes red if the air filter door is removed 30 Using the projector TEMP indicator LAMP indicator The TEMP indicator illuminates if the projector overheats or if the air filter door on the bottom of the projector is open A thermostat automatically turns off the power to the lamp until the projector cools
33. ou should keep the sales slip or other proof of the purchase date Should this product or any component or accessory included with it become defective at any time during the warranty period Polaroid Corporation will at its discre tion either replace or repair this item without charge provided the product is returned to a designated servic ing location prepaid and insured To ship the unit pack the carrying case in the original carton or equivalent with plenty of padding This Warranty does not apply to product damage result ing from accident incorrect installation unauthorized modification misuse or abuse THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS Note No user serviceable parts inside Attempts to modify mechanical or electronic parts inside will void your warranty and may be hazardous Appendix A Specifications Number of colors 16 7 million colors Display 3 polysilicon liquid crystal panels Computer compatibility PC VGA Apple Macintosh and Powerbook series Quadra Centris Video NTSC PAL SECAM S Video Video compatibility NTSC PAL SECAM and S VHS Projection lamp 250 watt metal halide lamp Optics Zoom lens F3 0 3 8 f46 5 74 4mm Keystone correction 8 8 Audio system One built in speaker 3 watt 60 Appendix A Input 2 computer video 2 TV video NTSC PAL SEC
34. rojector f Power receptacle For AC power cord connection 14 Detailed setup Connector Description g L AUDIO R 1 amp 2 Connects to stereo mono audio output from an NTSC PAL or SECAM source h AUDIO OUT Provides audio output to an external stereo system i RGB OUT Provides computer output to a separate monitor j CONTROL Connects to a serial cable for computer control k Power switch Turns power on and off Detailed setup 15 Supplying power to the projector The power cord receptacle and AC power switch are located below the projector connector panel Power receptacle and AC power switch Power receptacle b AC power switch To supply power to the projector 1 Plug the appropriate power cord into the power receptacle on the side of the projector 2 Connect the power cord to a properly grounded wall outlet 16 Detailed setup Computer video and audio connections Connecting a PC Use the included VGA video cable to connect your PC to the projector If you want to use your monitor and projector at the same time use your existing monitor cable to connect the projector to a separate monitor VGA video cable VGA connections 1 Unplug the monitor cable from the computer 2 Plug one end of the supplied VGA cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the computer Video Out VGA port Detailed setup
35. s 17 Notebook computers 19 PC 16 Special configurations 20 Connector panel 6 13 Contents of box 2 CONTRAST 37 Control panel indicators 29 Control panel keys 7 28 CONTROL port 7 14 22 CYCLOPS 41 Cyclops connection 23 Cyclops interactive pointer system 6 8 CYCLOPS port 6 13 64 Index F J FOCUS 44 Joystick 33 FOCUS key 7 Focusing the image L Non zoom models 26 Zoom lens models 26 G Getting started 10 Graphical user interface 35 LAMP indicator 8 29 30 Lamp replacement 46 LANGUAGE 43 Laptop connections 19 Lens cleaning 45 Local mode 33 H M Host mode Macintosh adapters 17 Desktop computers 34 Macintosh connections 17 18 Notebook computers 34 Main menu 36 H PHASE 38 Maintenance H POSIT 38 Air filter cleaning 48 H SIZE 38 Lamp replacement 46 IMAGE menu 40 IMAGE menu items BLANK 40 CYCLOPS 41 MENU SIZE 41 MESSAGE 41 MIRROR 40 REVEAL 41 Image size 27 Infrared eye 31 INPUT key 7 28 INPUT menu 39 INPUT menu items RGB 1 or 2 39 TEST PATTERN 39 VIDEO 1 or 2 39 Lens cleaning 45 Remote control batteries 50 MENU key 8 28 29 MENU SIZE 41 MESSAGE 41 MIRROR 40 MOUSE 43 MUTE key 7 28 Notebook connections 19 Notebooks 4 Index 65 o Q ON indicator 8 29 Quick menu adjustment items Operating modes FOCUS 44 Host mode 34 SEARCH VIDEO 1 2 Local mode 33 RGB 1 2 44 OPT menu
36. s going over the lens in another direction Caution Your projector contains electric circuitry and sen sitive optics Keep fluids away from it 46 Maintenance Replacing the lamp 1 Turn off the projector 2 Unplug the projector power cord from the wall socket and from the projector power receptacle 3 Loosen and remove the screw located on the right side of the rear panel and remove the service door Removing the service door 4 Loosen the 4 lamp assembly screws you cannot remove them from the service door Loosening the lamp assembly screws Caution The lamp assembly gets very hot during opera tion Use appropriate care when changing lamps Make sure that the lamp assembly has cooled for at least 3 to 5 min utes before touching it Maintenance 47 5 Grasp the lamp assembly and firmly pull it straight out of the projector as shown below Removing the lamp assembly 6 Replace the old lamp assembly with a new one carefully aligning the power pins on the bottom and pressing it firm ly into place When the assembly is properly installed a small alignment mark etched on the projector chassis is visi ble below the lamp assembly 7 Tighten the 4 lamp assembly screws D Replace the service door and screw it into place 9 Plug the power cord back into the projector and the wall outlet 48 Maintenance Cleaning the air filter You should change or clean the air intake filter after ev
37. serial mouse Desktop computer users 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the mouse 2 Connect one end of the projector serial data cable to the computer serial port and the other end to the CONTROL port on the projector 3 Turn on the projector and light the lamp 4 Turn on the computer It should detect the projector as a serial mouse 5 Use the joystick on the infrared remote control to move the mouse Notebook computer users You may need to disable the notebook computer integrated pointing device before you can use an external serial mouse Consult the user s guide that came with your computer for instructions on connecting a serial mouse 1 Turn off your computer 2 Connect one end of the projector serial data cable to the computer serial port and the other end to the CONTROL port on the projector 3 Turn on the projector and light the lamp 4 Turn on the computer It should detect the projector as a serial mouse 5 Use the joystick on the infrared remote control to move the mouse Using the projector 35 The graphical user interface Your projector features a graphical user interface that makes it easy to control all of the projector functions You can make menu selections with the control panel or the remote control Note Menu selections differ depending on the type of video source you select Using the menus with the control panel Press any of the menu keys to display the on screen menus Press
38. the and menu keys to select the desired menu The items highlighted in green can then be changed Use the A and W menu keys to move up or down a menu column or to change a menu value For some items e g Video Source you may also need to use the and keys to gain access to an item The menus automatically disappear after five seconds Set tings are automatically saved when you exit the menus or turn off the projector Using the menus with the remote control Press the MENU key to display the on screen menus Move the joystick to the left or the right to select the desired menu The highlighted menu items can be adjusted Move the joystick up or down to select items in a menu col umn or to change a value For some items e g Video Source you may need to move the joystick left or right to select an item Press the center of the joystick to change a value or to select a check box option Move the joystick away from you to move up one level in any menu Press MENU again to close the menu or wait five seconds and the menu automatically disappears Settings are auto matically saved when you exit the menus or turn off the projector 36 Using the projector Using the Main menu When you press MENU the Main menu appears at the top of the screen Main menu screen SETUP INPUT IMAGE OPT To turn the menu off press MENU again The menus auto matically disappear after a few seconds The following table
39. vice or a third party supplier for more information about an appropriate video adapter 6 Introduction Connector panel All connections between the Model 110 projector and com puter or video source are made on the side connector panel The connector panel Connector Description a VIDEO1 amp 2 Connects to video output from an NTSC PAL or SECAM source b S VIDEO1 amp 2 Connects to an S Video source c CYCLOPS port Connects your computer to the Cyclops interactive pointer system d AUDIOIN1 amp 2 Connects to stereo mono audio output from a computer e RGBIN1 amp 2 Connects computer video to the projector f Power receptacle For AC power cord connection g L AUDIO R1 amp 2 Connects to stereo mono audio output from an NTSC PAL or SECAM source Introduction 7 Control panel Connector Description h AUDIO OUT Provides audio output to an external stereo system i RGB OUT Provides computer output to a separate monitor j CONTROL Connects to a serial cable for computer control k Power switch Turns power on and off The projector control panel keys are used to turn the projec tor on or off adjust the projected image and to display and hide the menu Power warning and alert lights give you important information about how your projector is working Key Function STANDBY ON Turns the lamp on or off INPUT Switches the video inputs MUTE Turns the audio on or off ZO

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