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| Product Type | Multimedia Projector |
| Model | S50C (and X50C) |
| Display Technology | Liquid Crystal |
| Native Resolution | 800 x 600 (SVGA) - S50C; 1024 x 768 (XGA) - X50C |
| Brightness | Ultra High Brightness (UHS lamp) |
| Lamp Type | UHS (Ultra High Brightness) |
| Keystone Correction | Electrical, adjustable |
| Partial Magnification | Yes |
| Whisper Mode | Yes (quiet operation) |
| Input Signals | RGB (2 inputs), Video, S-Video, Component Video |
| Output Connectors | RGB out, USB (mouse), PS/2, ADB, Serial, RS-232C |
| Audio | Built-in speaker, audio input L/R, volume control, mute |
| Remote Control | Infrared with batteries (AA x2) |
| Projection Distance | 1.0 m to 11.3 m (for 30-300 inch screen) |
| Screen Size | 30 to 300 inches (4:3 and 16:9) |
| Adjustable Elevator Foot | 0 to 9 degrees |
| Focus | Manual (focus ring) |
| Zoom | Manual (zoom ring) |
| Safety Features | Temp indicator, Lamp indicator, Overheat protection |
| Power Supply | AC (power cords: US, UK, Europe types included) |
| Air Filter | Yes (cleaning required) |
| Accessories Included | Power cords (3 types), RGB cable, Video/Audio cable, Component Video cable, Quick Start Guide, Operator's Guide, Product Safety Guide, Warranty |
| Compliance | VESA DDC 1/2B (Plug-and-Play), FCC, CE |
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USER MANUAL S50C 3M
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Line drawing of a projector with no visible text or symbolsS50C/X50C Multimedia Projector Operator's Guide
Thank you for purchasing this projector.
CAUTION Please read the 'Product Safety Guide' and this 'Operator's Guide' thoroughly to ensure correct usage through understanding.
After reading, store this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference.
NOTE • The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
- The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual
- The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or contents is not permitted without express written authority.
TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT :
• PS/2, VCA and XCA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation.
• Apple, Mac and ADB are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc
- VESA and SVGA are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
- All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
CONTENTS
Page
Page
PROJECTOR FEATURES...... 2
FREEZING THE SCREEN ..... 21
PREPARATIONS 2
SIGNAL SEARCHING 22
PART NAMES...... 4
SELECTING
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR .... 6
THE ASPECT RATIO 22
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES ..... 8
TEMPORARILY
USING
BLANKING THE SCREEN ..... 22
THE REMOTE CONTROL ...... 13
USING THE MENU FUNCTIONS .. 23
TURNING ON THE POWER ..... 14
MULTIFUNCTIONAL
This liquid crystal projector is used to project various computer signals as well as NTSC / PAL / SECAM video signals onto a screen. Little space is required for Installation and large Images can easily be realized.
Ultra High Brightness
Crisp, ultra-bright presentations is achieved
by using a UHS (Ultra High Brightness) lamp and a highly efficient optical system.
Partial Magnification Function
Interesting parts of images can be magnified
for closer viewing
Keystone Distortion Correction
Quick correction of distorted images electrically
Whisper Mode Equipped
Special mode is available for reducing
projector noise to achieve quieter operation
PREPARATIONS
Your projector should come with the items shown below. Check to make sure that all the Items are Included. Contact your dealer if anything is missing.
NOTE • Keep the original packing material for future reshipment.
Projector
Power cord (US Type)
Power cord (UK Type)
Power cord (Europe Type)
Operator's Guide
Product Safety Guide
Warranty
Quick Start Guide
RGB cable
Video/Audio
cable
(with white lead)
Componet Video
cable
(with green lead)
WARNING: Precautions to observe in regards to the power cord: Please use extra caution when connecting the projector's power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in FIRE AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Please adhere to the following safety guidelines to insure safe operation of the projector:
- Only plug the power cord into bullets rated for use with the power cord's specified voltage range.
- Only use the power cord that came with the projector.
- NEVER ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE GROUND CONNECTION OF THE THREE-
PRONGED PLUG!
- Make sure that you firmly connect the power cord to the projector and wall outlet.
1 Connect your devices to the projector
8 \~ 12
Connect your computer, VCR and/or bihel devices you will be using to the projector.
2 Insert the batteries into the remote control
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3 Connect the power cord
(1) Connect the connector of the electrical power cord to the AC inlet of the main unit.
(2) Firmly plug the power cord's plug into the outlet
PART NAMES
THE PROJECTOR
THE REMOTE CONTROL
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
CAUTION • Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instructions of the 'Product Safety Guide' and this 'Operator's Guide'.
- If you press the elevator button without holding the projector, the projector might crash down, overturn, smash your fingers and possibly result in malfunction. To prevent damaging the projector and injuring yourself, ALWAYS HOLD THE PROJECTOR whenever using the elevator button to adjust the elevator foot.
Adjusting the Projector's Elevator Foot
You can use the elevator foot to make adjustments if the surface on which you need to set the projector is uneven or if you otherwise need to adjust the angle of projection. The adjustment range of the elevator foot is 0 to 9 degrees.
1 Press and hold in the elevator button
2 Raise or lower the projector to the desired height and then release the elevator button
When you release the elevator button, the elevator foot will lock into position.
3 As necessary, you can also finely adjust the left-right slope of the projector by twisting the rear foot adjuster screw by hand
Adjusting the Screen Size and Projection Distance
Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distance.
The values shown in the table are calculated for a full size screen
(\$50: 800x600 pixels/×50: 1024x768 pixels)
a: Distance from the projector to the screen (±10%)
b:Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the screen (±10%)
c: Distance from the lens center to the top of the screen (+10%)
The screen
Top view
If 4:3 aspect ratio
| Screen Size inch [m2] | a inch [m2] | b [inch (mm)] | c [inch (mm)] | |
| Min | Max. | |||
| 30 (0.0) 35 (0.9) | 42 (1.1) 1 | (2) 17 (4) | ||
| 40 (1.0) 47 (1.2) | 36 (1.4) 1 | (3) 23 (5) | ||
| 50 (1.3) 59 (1.5) | 11 (1.8) 1 | (4) 29 (7) | ||
| 60 (1.5) 71 (1.9) | 35 (2.2) 2 | (4) 34 (7) | ||
| 70 (1.8) 83 (2.1) | 100 (2.5) | 2 (5) 40 (102) | ||
| 80 (2.6) 95 (2.4) | 114 (2.9) | 2 (6) 46 (116) | ||
| 90 (2.5) | 137 (2.7) | 129 (3.3) | 3 (7) 51 (131) | |
| 100 (2.3) | 119 (3.6) | 138 (3.8) | 3 (7) 57 (145) | |
| 120 (2.6) | 143 (3.8) | 172 (3.4) | 3 (9) 69 (174) | |
| 150 (3.4) | 180 (4.6) | 216 (5.5) | 4 (11) 56 (216) | |
| 200 (5.0) | 240 (6.1) | 266 (7.3) | 6 (15) 114 (790) | |
| 250 (6.3) | 320 (7.6) | 361 (9.2) | 7 (18) 143 (783) | |
| 300 (7.5) | 380 (9.2) | 433 (11.3) | 9 (22) 171 (156) | |
The screen
Top view
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Diagram of a device with a triangular pointer and internal components, no text or symbols presentIf 16:9 aspect ratio
| Screen Size (inch (m)) | a (inch (m)) | b (inch (cm)) | c (inch (cm)) | |
| Min. | Max. | |||
| 30 (0.8) 36 (1.0) | 46 (1.2) 2 | (4) 16 (4) | ||
| 40 (1.0) 51 (1.3) | 61 (1.6) 2 | (5) 22 (5) | ||
| 50 (1.3) 64 (1.8) | 77 (2.0) 3 | (6) 27 (9) | ||
| 60 (1.5) 77 (2.0) | 93 (2.7) 3 | (8) 32 (8) | ||
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES
Devices You Can Connect to the Projector (Refer to this section for planning your device configuration to use for your presentation.)
CAUTION • Incorrect connecting could result in fire or electrical shock. Please read the "Product Safety Guide" and this "Operator's Guide".
ATTENTION Precautions to observe when connecting other devices to the projector
- Whenever attempting to connect other devices to the projector, please thoroughly read the manual of each device to be connected.
- TURN OFF ALL DEVICES prior to connecting them to the projector. Attempting to connect a live device to the projector may generate extremely loud noises or other abnormalities that may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector. Refer to the "TECHNICAL" for the pin assignment of connectors and RS-232C communication data.
- Make sure that you connect devices to the correct port. Incorrect connection may result in malfunction and/or damage to the device and/or projector.
- A component cable and some other cables have to be used with core set. Use the accessory cable or a designated-type cable for the connection. For cables that have a core only at one end, connect the core to the projector.
- Secure the screws on the connectors and tighten.
Indicates the corresponding reference page
flowchart
graph TD
A["11 DVD players"] --> B["Central Display Monitor"]
C["12 Display monitors"] --> B
D["10 Laptop computers"] --> B
E["Computer"] --> B
Ports and Cables
Refer to the table below to find out which projector port and cable to use for connecting a given device. Use this table for determining which cables to prepare,
| Function Projector Port Connection Cables | ||
| RGB input | rgb in 1 | Accessory RGB cable or optional RGB cable with D-sub 15-pin audio jack and inch thread screws |
| rgb in 2 | ||
| RGB output rgb out | ||
| USB mouse control usb Accessory USB cable: | ||
| PSI2 mouse control | Optional PS/2 mouse cable | |
| ADB mouse control Optional ADB mouse cable control | ||
| Serial mouse control Optional serial mouse cable | ||
| RS-2S2C communication Optional RS-232C cable | ||
| S-video input s-video in | Optional S-video cable with mini DIN 4 pin jack | |
| Video input video in Accessory audio/video cable | ||
| Component video input | component video Y | Optional component video cable/component video C |
| ^4P_w | ||
| component video C/Pw | ||
| Audio input | audio in L | Accessory audio/video cable or optional audio cable with HCA jack |
| audio in R | ||
NOTE About Plug-and-Play Capability
- This projector is compatible with VESA DDC 1/2B. Plug-and-Play can be achieved by connecting this projector to computers that are VESA DDC (display data channel) compatible. Please take advantage of this function by connecting the accessory RGB cable to the rgb in 1 port (DDC 1/2B compatible). Plug-and-Play may not work properly if any other type of connection is attempted.
- Plug-and-Play is a system composed of the computer, its operating system and peripheral equipment (i.e. display devices).
- Please use the standard drivers as this projector is a Plug-and-Play monitor.
- Plug-and-Play may not function properly with some type of computers. Use the rgb in 2 port if Plug-and-Play does not function correctly.
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES (continued)
Connecting to a Computer
ATTENTION Whenever attempting to connect a laptop computer to the projector, be sure (to activate the laptop's RGB external image output (see the laptop 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 computer.
Laptop computer
Desktop computer
NOTE
- Some computers may have multiple display screen modes. Use of some of these modes will not be possible with this projector.
- For some RGB input modes, the optional Mac adapter is necessary.
Connecting to a DVD Player
Connecting to a VCR
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES (continued)
Connecting to a Display Monitor
Display monitor
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Putting batteries into the remote control unit
CAUTION Precautions to observe in regards to the batteries
Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as directed. Improper use may result in battery cracking or leakage, which could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment. - Keep the battery away from children and pets.
- Be sure to use only the batteries specified for use with the remote control. Do not mix new batteries with used ones.
- When inserting batteries, verify that the pus and minus terminals are aligned correctly (as indicated in the remote control).
- When you dispose the battery, you should obey the law in the relative area or country.
Remove the battery cover
Slide back and remove the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.
Insert the batteries Align and insert the two AA batteries (that came with the projector) according to their plus and minus limits (as indicated in the remote control).
Close the battery cover
Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and snap it back into place.
Operating the remote control
• The remote control works with both the
projector's front and rear remote sensors.
- The range of the remote sensor on the Iron and back is 3 meters with a 60-degree range (30 degrees to the left and right of the remote sensor
- Since the remote control uses infrared light to send signals to the projector (Class 1 LED), be sure to use the remote control in an area free from obstacles that could block the remote control's output signal to the projector.
ATTENTION Precautions to observe when using the remote control
- Do not drop or otherwise expose the remote control to physical impact.
- Do not put the remote control water or place it on water objects. Driven so may result in malfunction
Connect all devices to be used to the projector prior to turning on the power
WARNING When the power is ON, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens.
1 Make sure that the power cord is firmly and correctly connected to the projector and outlet
2 Turn on the projector's power
Set the power switch to [1] (ON). The projector will go to STANDBY mode and the power indicator will light to solid orange.
3 Press the STANDBY/ON button of the remote control or the on/off button of the control panel • The projector begins warming up and the power indicator blinks green. • The power indicator stops blinking and lights to solid green once the projector's power is completely on.
NOTE Turn the power on/off in right order.
Power on the projector before the
Selecting an Input Signal
5
Selecting a RGB signal
Press the RGB button of the remote control or the rgb button of the control panel
Press this button to toggle between the devices connected to rgb in 1 and 2. As illustrated below, each time you press the RGB button or rgb button, the projector switches between rgb in 1 and 2. Select the signal you wish to project.
Control panel
rgb in 1 ← rgb in 2
Selecting a VIDEO signal
Press the VIDEO button of the remote control or the video button of the control panel
Press this button to toggle between the devices connected to video in, s-video in and component video. As illustrated below, each time you press the VIDEO button of the remote control or the video button of the control panel, the projector switches between video in, s-video in and component video. Select the signal you wish to project.
video in → s-video in ↑ ↓ component video
6
Use the zoom ring to adjust the screen size
1 Press the STANDBY/ON button of the remote control or on/off button of the control panel The message: Power off* will appear on the screen for approximately 5 seconds.
2 Press the STANDBY/ON button or the on/off button again
Press the STANDBY/ON button or on/off button again while the "Power off?" message is visible. The projector lamp goes off and starts cooling down. The power indicator blinks orange while the lamp cools down. (Pressing the STANDBY/ON button while the power indicator is blinking orange has no effect.)
The system goes into the STANDBY mode after cooling down and the power indicator stops blinking orange and then lights to solid orange.
3 Check that the power indicator stops blinking and lights to solid orange. Switch the power switch to [O] (OFF).
when the projector has completed powering down, the power indicator will go off.
NOTE
1 Press the VOLUME button
VOLUME
As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume.
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2 Press the, buttons to adjust
the volume
Press the VOLUME button again to close the dialog and complete this operation. (Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds.)
VOLUME
Press this to increase the volume
Press this to decrease the volume
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1 Press the MUTE button
As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen indicating that you have mured the sound. Press the VOLUME button to close the dialog. (Even if you don't do anything, the dialog will automatically disappear after a few seconds.) Press the MUTE button again to restore the sound.
VOLUME
2.2.1.1
MITS
- S50C/X50C Multimedia Projector Operator's Guide
- TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT :
- CONTENTS
- Ultra High Brightness
- Partial Magnification Function
- Keystone Distortion Correction
- Whisper Mode Equipped
- PREPARATIONS
- Connect your devices to the projector
- Insert the batteries into the remote control
- Connect the power cord
- SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
- Adjusting the Projector's Elevator Foot
- Adjusting the Screen Size and Projection Distance
- CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES
- Ports and Cables
- NOTE About Plug-and-Play Capability
- CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES (continued)
- Connecting to a Computer
- NOTE
- USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
- Putting batteries into the remote control unit
- Operating the remote control
- ATTENTION Precautions to observe when using the remote control
- NOTE Turn the power on/off in right order.
- Selecting an Input Signal
- 5
- Selecting a RGB signal
- Selecting a VIDEO signal
- 6
- Press the VOLUME button
- Press the, buttons to adjust
- Press the MUTE button
Brand : 3M
Model : S50C
Category : Projector