MC-X5551 - Video projector HITACHI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MC-X5551 HITACHI

User's Manual (concise)

Thank you for purchasing this projector.

This is the basic manual on the product. Visit our website to get the detailed manuals and the latest information on the product. Check them before using the product, for safe use and utilization of the product.

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⚠ WARNING ▶ Before using this product, be sure to read all manuals for this product. After reading them, store them in a safe place for future reference.

▶Heed all the warnings and cautions in the manuals or on the product.
▶ Follow all the instructions in the manuals or on the product.

NOTE • In this manual, unless any comments are accompanied, “the manuals” means all the documents provided with this product, and “the product” means this projector and all the accessories came with the projector.

Contents

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First of all 2

Connecting power supply 11

Entries and graphical symbols explanation .....2

Fastening the cable 11

First of all

Entries and graphical symbols explanation

The following entries and graphical symbols are used for the manuals and the product as follows, for safety purpose. Please know their meanings beforehand, and heed them.

⚠ WARNING This entry warns of a risk of serious personal injury or even death.

△CAUTION This entry warns of a risk of personal injury or physical damage.

NOTICE This entry notices of fear of causing trouble.

Important safety instruction

The followings are important instructions for safely using the product. Be sure to follow them always when handling the product. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any damage caused by mishandling that is beyond normal usage defined in these manuals of this projector.

△WARNING ▶Never use the product in or after an abnormality (ex. giving off smoke, smelling strange, took a liquid or an object inside, broken, etc.) If an abnormality should occur, unplug the projector urgently.

▶ Situate the product away from children and pets.
▶ Keep small parts away from children and pets. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.
▶ Do not use the product when there is fear of a thunderbolt.
▶ Unplug the projector from the power outlet if the projector is not used for the time being.
▶ Do not open or remove any portion of the product, unless the manuals direct it. For internal maintenance, leave it to your dealer or their service personnel.
▶ Use only the accessories specified or recommended by the manufacturer.
▶ Do not modify the projector or accessories.

Regulatory notices

About Electro-Magnetic Interference

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

This product may cause interference if used in residential areas. Such use must be avoided unless the user takes special measures to reduce electromagnetic emissions to prevent interference to the reception of radio and television broadcasts.

In Canada

CAN ICES-3(A) / NMB-3(A).

In the US and places where the FCC regulations are applicable

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential

Regulatory notices (continued)

Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems

The above mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available. If the batteries or accumulators included with this equipment display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005% Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than 0.004% Lead.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Contents of package

Your projector should come with the items shown below. Check that all the items are included. Require of your dealer immediately if any items are missing.

Refer to figure F-8 at the back of this manual.

(1) Remote control with the two AA batteries
(2) Power cord (x2)
(3) Computer cable
(4) Lens cover
(5) User's manual
* This is the basic manual on the product. Visit our website to get the detailed manuals and the

Preparing for the remote control

Please insert the batteries into the remote control before using it. If the remote control starts to malfunction, try to replace the batteries. If you will not use the remote control for long period, remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place.

1. Remove the battery cover.

2. Align and insert the two AA batteries according to their plus and minus terminals as indicated in the remote control. (Use the appropriate AA carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries (non-rechargeable) in accordance with laws and regulations.)

3. Put the battery cover back to the former state.

Illustration of a hand holding a battery pack with two batteries and one partially open (no text or symbols)

△WARNING ▶Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment.
- When replacing the batteries, replace both of the batteries with new batteries of the same type. Do not use a new battery with a used battery.
- Be sure to use only the batteries specified. Do not use batteries of different types at the same time. Do not mix a new battery with used one.
- Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery.
- Keep a battery away from children and pets.

Arrangement

Refer to tables T-1 to T-3 at the back of this manual as well as the following to determine the screen size and projection distance. The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen.

× Screen size : Projection distance (from the front of the projector unit)

Projector bottom

Secure a clearance of 50cm or greater between the exhaust vents and walls, and a clearance of 30cm or greater between the intake vents and walls. Assume that there is enough clearance in the front, back, and top of the projector in the figure below.

50cm or greater 30cm or greater Exhaust vents Intake vents

Secure a clearance of 30cm or greater between the intake vents and walls.

Arrangement (continued)

⚠ WARNING ▶ Install the projector where you can access the power outlet easily.

▶ Install the projector in a stable horizontal position.

- Do not use any mounting accessories except the accessories specified by the manufacturer. Read and keep the manuals of the accessories used.

- For special installation such as ceiling mounting, be sure to consult your dealer beforehand. Specific mounting accessories and services may be required.

- Do not put the projector on its side, front or rear position.

- Do not attach nor place anything on the projector unless otherwise specified in the manual.

▶ Do not install the projector near thermally conductive or flammable things.

▶ Do not place the projector where any oils, such as cooking or machine oil, are used.

▶ Do not place the projector in a place where it may get wet.

▶ Do not block the intake vents and exhaust vents of the projector. If the intake vents and exhaust vents of the projector are blocked, the accumulated inside heat may cause fire.

⚠️CAUTION ▶Place the projector in a cool place with sufficient ventilation.

- Do not stop up, block nor cover the projector's vent holes.

- Do not place the projector at places that are exposed to magnetic fields, doing so can cause the cooling fans inside the projector to malfunction.

▶ Avoid placing the projector in smoky, humid or dusty place.

- Do not place the projector near humidifiers.

NOTICE ▶ Position the projector to prevent light from directly hitting the

Connecting with your devices

Before connecting the projector to a device, consult the manual of the device to confirm that the device is suitable for connecting with this projector and prepare the required accessories, such as a cable in accord with the signal of the device. Consult your dealer when the required accessory did not come with the product or the accessory is damaged.

After making sure that the projector and the devices are turned off, perform the connection, according to the following instructions. Refer to figures F-1 to F-4 at the back of this manual.

For details, see User's Manual - Operating Guide. (☐1) Before connecting the projector to a network system, be sure to read User's Manual - Network Guide too. (☐1)

⚠ WARNING ▶ Use only the appropriate accessories. Otherwise it could cause a fire or damage the projector and devices.

• Use only the accessories specified or recommended by the projector's manufacturer. It may be regulated under some standard.
• Neither disassemble nor modify the projector and the accessories.
• Do not use the damaged accessory. Be careful not to damage the accessories. Route a cable so that it is neither stepped on nor pinched out.

▶ Heat may build up in the USB wireless adapter, to avoid possible burns disconnect the projector power cord for 10 minutes before touching the adapter.

- When using the USB wireless adapter, use the supplied adapter cover.

△CAUTION ▶For a cable with a core at only one end, connect the end with the core to the projector. That may be required by EMI regulations.

▶ Before connecting the projector to a network system be sure to obtain the consent of the administrator of the network.

Fastening the adapter cover

When using the USB wireless adapter, use the supplied adapter cover for theft prevention.

USB wireless adapter: USB-WL-11N

Temperature range: 0 \~ 40°C(operating)

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Loosen the screw on the bottom left of the WIRELESS port.

Technical line drawing of a device rear panel with internal components and a close-up view (no text or symbols)

1. Insert the tab of the cover into the hole at the upper right of the WIRELESS port in the direction of the arrow.

Tab

1. Align the screw holes on the projector and the cover. Then insert the screw removed from the projector into the hole and tighten the screw.

Attaching the terminal cover

Terminal cover Hook Claw Insert the two claws of the Terminal cover into the hole of the case and confirm Hook is fitting into the case.

When detaching the Terminal cover, such the Block

Connecting power supply

1. Put the connector of the power cord into the AC (AC inlet) of the projector.

AC Power cord

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1. Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet. In a couple of seconds after the power supply connection, the POWER indicator will light up in steady orange.

Please remember that when the DIRECT POWER ON function activated, the connection of the power supply make the projector turn on.

⚠ WARNING ▶ Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as incorrect or faulty connections may result in fire and/or electrical shock.

• Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand.
• Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, consult your dealer to get a new one. Never modify the power cord.
• Only plug the power cord into an outlet whose voltage is matched to the power cord. The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible. Remove the power cord for complete separation.
• Do not distribute the power supply to multiple devices. Doing so may overload the outlet and connectors, loosen the connection, or result in fire, electric shock or other accidents.
• Connect the ground terminal for the AC inlet of this unit to the ground terminal

Turning on the power

1. Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and the outlet.
2. Make sure that the POWER indicator is lighted in steady orange. Then remove the lens cover.
3. 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 blinking and light in steady green.

STANDBY/ON button POWER indicator STANDBY/ON INPUT MENU SECURITY LAMP TEMP POWER

△WARNING ▶A strong light is emitted when the projector's power is on. Do not look into the lens of the projector or look inside of the projector through any of the projector's openings, since the projection ray may cause a trouble on your eyes.
▶Blocking the beam by something causes high temperature and could result in fire or smoke.

NOTE • Please power on the projector prior to the connected devices.

• The projector has the DIRECT POWER ON function, which can make the projector automatically turn on. For more information, please see User's

Adjusting the projector's elevator

When the place to put the projector is slightly uneven to the left or right, use the elevator feet to place the projector horizontally. Using the feet can also tilt the projector in order to project at a suitable angle to the screen, elevating the front side of the projector within 11 degrees.

11° ENGLISH

This projector has 2 elevator feet and 2 elevator buttons. An elevator foot is adjustable while pushing the elevator button on the same side as it.

1. Holding the projector, push the elevator buttons to loose the elevator feet.
   2 Position the front side of the projector to the desired height.
2. Release the elevator buttons in order to lock the elevator feet.
3. After making sure that the elevator feet are locked, put the projector down gently.
4. If necessary, the elevator feet can be manually twisted to make more precise adjustments. Hold the projector when twisting the feet.

Line drawing of a hand holding a device with circular ports and a handle (no text or symbols)

Displaying the picture

1. Activate your signal source. Turn the signal source on, and make it send the signal to the projector.
2. Use the VOLUME + / - buttons to adjust the volume.
3. Press the INPUT button on the projector. Each time you press the button, the projector switches its input port in turn. You can also use the remote control to select an input signal.
4. Press the ASPECT button on the remote control. Each time you press the button, the projector switches the mode for aspect ratio in turn.
5. Use the ZOOM ring to adjust the screen size.
6. Use the FOCUS ring to focus the picture.
7. Turn the VERTICAL adjuster fully counter clockwise. Then turn it clockwise and adjust the vertical lens position upward.
8. Turn the HORIZONTAL adjuster clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust the horizontal lens position.

VOLUME + / - buttons

INPUT button STANDBY/ON INPUT MENU

INPUT INPUT button ASPECT ASPECT button ZOOM ring FOCUS ring

Turning off the power

1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the remote control. The message "Power off?" will appear on the screen for about 5 seconds.
2. Press the STANDBY/ON button again while the message appears. The projector lamp will go off, and the POWER indicator will begin blinking in orange. Then the POWER indicator will stop blinking and light in steady orange when the lamp cooling is complete.
3. Attach the lens cover, after the POWER indicator turns to steady orange.

Do not turn the projector on for about 10 minutes or more after turning it off. Also, do not turn the projector off shortly after turning it on. Such operations might cause the lamp to malfunction or shorten the lifetime of some parts including the lamp.

STANDBY/ON button POWER indicator STANDBY/ON INPUT MENU SECURITY LAMP TEMP POWER ENGLISH

⚠ WARNING ▶ Do not touch around the lamp cover and the exhaust vents during use or just after use, since it is too hot.
▶ Remove the power cord for complete separation. The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible.

Replacing the lamp

A lamp has finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time could cause the pictures darker or the color tone poor. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them.

Preparation of a new lamp and early replacement are recommended. To prepare a new lamp, make contact with your dealer and tell the lamp type number.

Type number : DT01931

1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes.

2. Prepare a new lamp. If the projector is mounted with specified mounting accessories, or if the lamp has broken, also ask the dealer to replace the lamp.
   In case of replacement by yourself, follow the following procedure.

3. Loosen the screw (marked by arrow) of the lamp cover and then slide down and lift the lamp cover to remove it.

4. Loosen the 3 screws (marked by arrow) of the lamp, and slowly pull the lamp out by the handles. Never loosen any other screws.

5. Insert the new lamp, and retighten firmly the 3 screws of the lamp that are loosened in the previous process to lock it in place.

6. While putting the interlocking parts of the lamp cover and the projector together, slide the lamp cover back in place. Then firmly fasten the screw

Lamp cover 3

4, 5 Handles

Replacing the lamp (continued)

HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGH PRESSURE

△WARNING ▶The projector uses a high-pressure mercury glass lamp. The lamp can break with a loud bang, or burn out, if jolted or scratched, handled while hot, or worn over time. Note that each lamp has a different lifetime, and some may burst or burn out soon after you start using them. In addition, if the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of glass to fly into the lamp housing, and for gas containing mercury and dust containing fine particles of glass to escape from the projector's vent holes.

▶ About disposal of a lamp: This product contains a mercury lamp; do not put it in a trash. Dispose of it in accordance with environmental laws.

- For lamp recycling, go to www.lamprecycle.org (in the US).

- For product disposal, consult your local government agency or www.eiae.org (in the US) or www.epsc.ca (in Canada).

For more information, ask your dealer.

Disconnect the plug from the power outlet

- If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), unplug the power cord from the outlet, and make sure to request a replacement lamp from your local dealer. Note that shards of glass could damage the projector's internals, or cause injury during handling, so please do not try to clean the projector or replace the lamp yourself.

- If the lamp should break (it will make a loud bang when it does), ventilate the room well, and make sure not to inhale the gas or fine particles that come out from the projector's vent holes, and not to get them into your eyes or mouth.

- Before replacing the lamp, turn the projector off and unplug the power cord, then wait at least 45 minutes for the lamp to cool sufficiently. Handling the lamp while hot can cause burns, as well as damaging the lamp.

- Never unscrew except the appointed (marked by an arrow) screws

Cleaning and replacing the air filter

Please check and clean the air filter periodically. When the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter, comply with it as soon as possible. In addition, the extra air filter is attached to inner side of the filter cover. If one of the filters is damaged or heavily soiled, replace whole filter set with a new one.

Request for a filter set with the following type number from your dealer when purchasing a new one.

Type number : UX41161

1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to sufficiently cool down.
2. Use a vacuum cleaner on and around the filter cover.
3. Pick and pull up the filter cover knobs to take it off.
4. Press up slightly the bottom side knobs to unlock the bottom side of the filter unit. Pull the center knob to take the filter unit off.
5. Use a vacuum cleaner for the filter vent of the projector and the outer side of the filter unit.
6. Use a vacuum cleaner for the inner side of each part of the filter unit to clean them up. If the filters are damaged or heavily soiled, replace them with the new ones.

2 3 Filter cover Filter cover knobs

4, 5 Filter unit

Cleaning and replacing the air filter (continued)

1. Turn the projector on and reset the filter time using the FILTER TIME item in the EASY MENU.

(1) Press the MENU button to display a menu.
(2) Point at the FILTER TIME using the ▲/▼ cursor buttons, then press the ▶ cursor (or the ENTER / the RESET) button. A dialog will appear.
(3) Press the ▶ cursor button to select the "OK" on the dialog. It performs resetting the filter time.

⚠ WARNING ▶ Before taking care of the air filter, make sure the power cable is not plugged in, then allow the projector to cool sufficiently.

▶ Use only the air filter of the specified type. Do not use the projector without the air filter or the filter cover. It could result in a fire or malfunction to the projector.
▶ Clean the air filter periodically. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the like, internal temperatures rise and could cause a fire, a burn or malfunction to the projector.

NOTE • Please reset the filter time only when you have cleaned or replaced the air filter, for a suitable indication about the air filter.

- The projector may display the message such as the "CHECK THE AIR FLOW" or turn off the projector, to prevent the internal heat level rising.

Installing or replacing the internal clock battery

This product has an internal clock.

When you use the function that requires the internal clock (☐“Event Scheduling” in the Network Guide), install a new battery.

If the internal clock starts to malfunction, try to replace the battery.

Use the following type of battery, and follow the steps below.

MAXELL, Part No. CR2032 or CR2032H

1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow the projector to cool sufficiently.
2. After making sure that the projector has cooled adequately, slowly turn over the projector, so that the bottom is facing.
3. Turn the battery cover fully in the direction indicated "OPEN" using a coin or the like, and pick the cover up to remove it.
4. Pry up the old battery using a flathead screwdriver or the like to take it out. Do not use any metal tools. While prying it up, put a finger lightly on the battery since it may pop out of the holder.
5. Install a new battery in place. Slide the battery in under the plastic claw, and push it into the holder until it clicks.
6. Replace the battery cover in place, then turn it in the direction indicated "CLOSE" using such as coins, to fix.

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Specifications

Item Specification
Product name Liquid crystal projector
Liquid Crystal Panel	MC-X5555/MC-X5551:786,432 pixels (1024 horizontal x 768 vertical)MC-WX5505/MC-WX5501:1,024,000 pixels (1280 horizontal x 800 vertical)MC-WU5505/MC-WU5501:2,304,000 pixels (1920 horizontal x 1200 vertical)
Lamp 300W
Speaker	16W x1
Power supply/Rated current	AC100V-120V: 4.4A, AC220V-240V: 2.2A
Power consumption	AC100V-120V: 440W, AC220V-240V: 420W
Temperature range	0 ~ 40 °C (Operating)When the projector is used at high altitudes, the service life of the optical components may be reduced by peripheral temperatures of over about 35°C. It is recommended to reduce the temperature as far as possible.35 ~ 40°CThe brightness of the lamp is reduced automatically.
Size	460 (W) x 138 (H) x 334 (D) mmNot including protruding parts. Refer to figure F-5 ~ 7 at the

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Specifications (continued)

Item Specification
Ports	COMPUTER IN ...... D-sub 15 pin mini jack x1HDMI 1 / MHL ...... HDMI / MHL connector x1HDMI 2 ...... HDMI connector x1HDMI OUT ...... HDMI connector x1HDBaseT* ...... RJ45 jack x1MONITOR OUT ...... D-sub 15 pin mini jack x1VIDEO ...... RCA jack x1AUDIO IN1 ...... 3.5 mm (stereo) mini jack x1AUDIO IN2 (L, R) ...... RCA jack x2AUDIO OUT ...... 3.5 mm (stereo) mini jack x1WIRELESS ...... Wireless connector x1CONTROL ...... D-sub 9 pin plug x1LAN ...... RJ45 jack x1REMOTE CONTROL IN ...... 3.5 mm (stereo) mini jack x1REMOTE CONTROL OUT ...... 3.5 mm (stereo) mini jack x1
Optional parts	L amp: DT01931F ilter set: UX41161Mounting accessory:HAS-9110 (Bracket for ceiling mount)HAS-104S (Bracket for low ceiling mount)HAS-204L (Fixing adaptor for low ceilings)HAS-304H (Fixing adaptor for high ceilings)USB wireless adapter: USB-WL-11NRemote control: RC-R104

Troubleshooting - Warranty and after-service

If an abnormal operation (such as smoke, strange odor or excessive sound) should occur, stop using the projector immediately.

Otherwise if a problem occurs with the projector, first refer to “Troubleshooting” of User’s Manual - Operating Guide and Network Guide, and run through the suggested checks.

If this does not resolve the problem, please consult your dealer or service company. They will tell you what warranty condition is applied.

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NOTE • The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

• The illustrations shown in this manual are one example for explanation. On your projector, there may be some differences from the illustrations.
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Trademark acknowledgment

• HDMI ^TM , the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
• HDBaseT™ and the HDBaseT Alliance logo are trademarks of the HDBaseT Alliance.
• MHL ^ , the MHL logo, and Mobile High-Definition Link are trademarks or registered trademarks of MHL, LLC in the United States and other countries.
  All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

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