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® PROJECTOR MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS : PROJECTEUR DLA-M2000LU INSTRUCTIONS DLA-M2000SCU (Lenses are optional)
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INSTRUCTIONS PROJECTOR DLA-M2000LU DLA-M2000SCU Thank you for purchasing this projector. Before using it, read and follow all instructions carefully to take full advantage of the projector’s capabilities.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a CAUTION: Changes or modification not approved by damp cloth for cleaning. JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the – Do not use attachments not recommended by the equipment. product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.
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– This product should be operated only with the type of – When connecting other products such as VCR’s, and power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure personal computers, you should turn off the power of this of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product for protection against electric shock.
Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....2 Adjusting the Video Screen/Menu Position ..49 Changing the Image Tone/Aspect Ratio Contents ........... 4 (Video Menu Mode Only) ........50 Accessories ........5 Changing the Image Size - Resize Function (PC Menu Mode Only).......... 51 Controls and Features ....
Accessories The following accessories are included with this projector. Check for them; if any item is missing, please contact your dealer. I I I I I I I I Remote control unit (RM-M2000G) Personal computer connection cable [approx. 6.56 ft (approx. 2 m)] (D-sub, 3-row 15 pin) Type : QAM 0104-002 I I I I...
Controls and Features Front Side / Top Surface / Right Side 5 4 3 2 Exhaust vents Adjustable feet (for adjusting the height and angle) Vents for cooling fans through which warm air comes out. By extending the feet, the projector angle can be CAUTION adjusted up to +7°.
Controls and Features Left-hand Side / Rear Side Lens shift knob cap When you have mounted a lens that uses the lens shift function, open this cap and rotate the lens shift knob to move the lens position. For more information, refer to “Setting the Amount of Lens Shifting”...
Controls and Features Bottom Surface Air inlet (filter) Air is taken in through the filter to cool the light-source lamp. If the filter is blocked or if something that obstructs the flow of air is placed around the projector, heat may build up inside and could cause a fire.
Controls and Features Control Panel on the Projector STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE HIDE KEYSTONE VOLUME VIDEO PRESET MENU ESCAPE ENTER STAND BY Indicator Memo : When in stand-by mode. While in the cool-down mode (STAND BY indicator is blinking): Blinking: When in cool-down mode.
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Controls and Features ESCAPE button This button will be used in the menu mode to return to the previous menu. When the main menu is displayed, this button will cause the menu to disappear. For details, refer to “Basic Menu Operation” on page 42. PRESET button This PRESET button only works as a reset button for the direct button adjustment of the VOLUME button and...
Controls and Features Connector Panel VIDEO AUDIO /R-Y PC AUDIO /B-Y REMOTE RS-232C Y/C (S-video) input terminal (Mini DIN 4 pin) PC (computer) OUT terminal (D-sub 3-row 15 pin) Connect this terminal to the S-video output terminal of a This is the terminal for video output from the monitor of video deck, etc.
Controls and Features Remote Control Unit ∞ Cursor ( ) /ENTER button On the remote control, the same buttons as on the control When using this as the cursor button, press it in the 5 ∞ panel of the projector are provided except for the following buttons.
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Controls and Features PRESET button This PRESET button only works as a reset button for the direct button adjustment of the VOLUME button and KEYSTONE button of the control panel and the VOLUME button and DIGITAL ZOOM button of the remote control. When adjusting the volume, keystone or digital zoom (when the setting is displayed on the screen) the adjusted value is reset to that which was set when the...
Controls and Features Installing Batteries Install batteries in the remote control. If the remote control has started to work erratically, replace the batteries. Open the back cover. Precautions for using batteries Open the back cover in the direction of the arrow. If batteries are used incorrectly, they may crack or leak liquid.
Installing the Projector Precautions for Installation CAUTIONS 1. Before instalation, do not connect the projector’s power cord. 2. Do not install the projector in the following places: • Where there is water, humidity or dust. • Where the projector may be subjected to oil, smoke or cigarette smoke. •...
Installing the Projector Adjusting the Inclination of the Projector The vertical angle and the leveling of the projector can be adjusted with the adjustable feet at the bottom of the projector. Adjusting the vertical angle of the projector While pushing the levers on both sides upward, raise the projector. The adjustable feet automatically extend. To retract the feet, push the levers and lower the projector slowly;...
Installing the Projector Installing the Projector against the Screen The projector should be placed so that the center line of the lens is at a right angle to the screen as shown in the following figures. Side view Top view I Trapezoidal-distortion correctable maximum angle The projector has a function to correct the trapezoidal distortion of the projected image on the screen.
Installing the Projector Projection Distance and Screen Size • The range of projection distances that can be focused depends on the lens unit (optional) to be used. When the aspect ratio of the screen is 4:3, the range is as follows and you need to install the projector within this range. Lens type Approximate projection distance GL-M2910G...
Installing the Projector Setting the Amount of Lens Shifting When the lens unit (optional) with the lens shifting function is used, the projected screen can be shifted up and down in position. Notes • The amount of shifting is within the range of approx. 30% to 55%. •...
Installing the Projector Effective Range and Distance of the Remote Control Unit The remote control unit can be used as either a wireless remote control unit or a wired one. Using as a wireless remote control unit Aim the remote control unit toward the remote sensor on the front or the rear of the projector. The operable distance of the remote control unit is about 10 m for direct reception.
Installing the Projector Setting the Position Selecting Screw for Ceiling Mounting When using the projector in an upside-down, ceiling-mounted position (inverted top-to-bottom and right-to-left), the “position selecting screw for ceiling mounting” must be turned to switch to ceiling mounting. This will correct variance in color images (shading), which otherwise would occur in ceiling mounting. To revert to normal desktop setting, turn the “position selecting screw for ceiling mounting”...
Connecting to Various Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off the projector and connected devices. Read the manual which comes with each device thoroughly. Signals that Can Be Input to the Projector The following signals can be input to the projector: I Video signals (1) Response to color systems Color systems...
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Connecting to Various Devices I Allowable input signals Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Signal resolution resolution frequency frequency Hor [Pixels] Ver [Lines] H [kHz] V [Hz] PC system PC98 VESA350 37.86 84.13 PC/AT PC98 24.83 56.42 DOS/V VGA 60Hz 31.47 59.94 VGA 72Hz 37.86 72.81...
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Video Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and video device. • Read thoroughly the manual that comes with each video device. • Use the supplied AV connection cable. An AV connection cable with an S-video (Y/C) terminal is not supplied. BNC-RCA conversion plug To AV IN...
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Hi-Vision Devices / DVD Players Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and Hi-Vision devices / DVD players. • Read thoroughly the manual that comes with each Hi-Vision device or DVD player. •...
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Other Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and other devices to be connected. • Read thoroughly the manual that comes with the device to be connected. • Use the supplied AV connection cable or the cable supplied with the game device. BNC-RCA conversion plug (accessory)
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Devices which Control the Projector Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and devices to be connected. • Read thoroughly the manual that comes with each device to be connected. • By connecting a computer to the RS-232C terminal, you can control the projector. * Obtain connection cables as required.
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Computer Devices Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer devices. • Read thoroughly the manual that comes with each device. I Connection to an IBM PC or IBM-compatible computer •...
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Connecting to Various Devices Connecting to Computer Devices (Cont.) Before connection, be sure to turn off both the projector and computer devices. • Read thoroughly the manual that comes with each device. I Connection to Macintosh • Use the supplied Personal computer connection cable and the supplied conversion adapter for Mac. •...
Connecting to Various Devices Connecting the Power Cord After all devices have been finished being connected, connect the supplied power cord. At this time, do not yet turn on the MAIN POWER switch. Insert the supplied power cord into the power input terminal of the projector.
Basic Operations I Projector’s buttons The following describes the basic procedure for normal use of the projector. STAND BY indicator 1. Turning on the Power STAND BY OPERATE indicator LAMP TEMP OPERATE OPERATE button Turn on the MAIN POWER switch. HIDE ON [ ❙...
Basic Operations I Projector’s buttons 2. Select the Input source to be Projected Press the VIDEO button or the PC button to switch the STAND BY LAMP TEMP input. OPERATE • Each time you press either button, the selected input HIDE changes as follows.
Basic Operations I Projector’s buttons Note • The function of GL-M2915SG is to adjust the view angle zooming by 2%. (For fine view angle adjustment) STAND BY LAMP TEMP OPERATE To enlarge the projected screen size HIDE Press the ZOOM W (Wide) button. To reduce the screen size VOLUME+/- KEYSTONE...
Basic Operations I Projector’s buttons Turning off Image and Sound (HIDE) Video image and audio sound can be temporarily turned off. STAND BY LAMP TEMP Press the HIDE button once: OPERATE Video image and audio sound instantly turn off. HIDE HIDE button Press the HIDE button again:...
Basic Operations I Remote control unit Quick Alignment Function (QUICK ALIGN.) FREEZE OPERATE HIDE PRESET MENU The Quick Alignment function automatically adjusts (sets) the screen settings of the image input from the PC1 or PC2 input terminals. This can only be performed from the remote control.
Basic Operations I Remote control unit Displaying a Still Picture (FREEZE) While projecting an image, a still picture is obtained at any FREEZE OPERATE FREEZE HIDE time by using the FREEZE button on the remote control. button PRESET MENU When you press the FREEZE button: PRESET “FREEZE”...
Menu Operations You can adjust picture quality, set functions, get information on the input video signal, etc. using the menus. From the following menu transition diagrams, you can see the overall menus and basic button operation in menu mode. Note that there are three menu modes, No signal menu mode, video menu mode and PC menu mode.
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Menu Operations I Menu Transition Diagram in Video Menu Mode Main menu in Video Menu Mode Submenus in Video Menu Mode Press 2/3 to select Yes or No. Press 5/∞ to select an item. Press 5/∞ to select an item. Press 2/3 to set or adjust the value.
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Menu Operations Quick Reference Guide for Video Menu Mode Main Menu in Video Menu Mode (While receiving video-device-related signals) → Image adj. (Refer to page 47) Brightness: Brightness of the video image being projected can be adjusted. (–30 to +30, 0*) Contrast: Contrast of the video image being projected can be adjusted.
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Menu Operations I Menu Transition Diagram in PC Menu Mode Main menu in PC Menu Mode Submenus in PC Menu Mode Press 2/3 to select Yes or No. Press 5/∞ to select an item. Then, press ENTER to execute. Press 5/∞ to select an item. Press 2/3 to set or adjust the value.
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Menu Operations Quick Reference Guide for PC Menu Mode Main Menu in PC Menu Mode (While receiving computer-related signals) Image adj. → (Refer to page 47) Brightness: Brightness of the picture image being projected can be adjusted. (–30 to +30, 0*) Contrast: Contrast of the picture image being projected can be adjusted.
Menu Operations Basic Menu Operation When the MENU button is pressed, the projector enters Video or PC menu mode by responding to the input signal being received. Video menu mode: Press the cursor button 5 or ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ to Enters this mode when video-device-related signals are select an item in the submenu.
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Menu Operations Basic Menu Operation (Cont.) Basic Button Functions in the Menu Mode Button Function MENU Enters the main menu or exits the menu mode. Cursor button 5/∞ Selects an item in the menu. Pressing ∞ or 5 will scroll the item in the menu. Cursor button 2/3 Sets or adjusts the value.
Menu Operations Changing the Color System (Video Menu Mode Only) This function is available only in Video menu mode. The menu is only displayed when there is a signal for the AV IN (Y/C and VIDEO) terminal, and not displayed when there is a signal for the PC2 terminal.
Menu Operations Changing the Language Display The on-screen language is set to “English” when shipped from the factory. When you want to change to another language, set it as follows. Press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Select “Language”...
Menu Operations Adjusting Tracking / Phase Normally, tracking and phase adjustments are automatically carried out when a video signal is input to the projector for the first time, or when the QUICK ALIGN. button on the remote control is pressed. However, you can manually adjust the tracking and phase on the menu.
Menu Operations Adjusting Picture Quality In the “Image adj.” submenu, adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, etc. to obtain the desired picture quality. Note that the adjustment items differ in Video menu mode and PC menu mode. Press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Select “Image adj.”...
Menu Operations Image adj. All reset? Press the ESCAPE button to return to the previous menu or press the MENU button to exit the menu mode. Memo In some adjustments, the level bar changes according to the set value. (The setting value is also displayed at the left of the level bar.) Adjusting Color temperature Press the MENU button.
Menu Operations Adjusting the Video Screen/Menu Position The position of the video screen and the menu on the video screen can be adjusted. You can finely adjust the video screen position. The menu will move widely on the video screen. Press the MENU button.
Menu Operations Changing the Image Tone/Aspect Ratio (Video Menu Mode Only) The image tone (TV or Cinema) and the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) are selectable in Video menu mode. Press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Select “Setting”...
Menu Operations Changing the Image Size - Resize Function (PC Menu Mode Only) The picture image projected can be selectable with the Press the MENU button. Resize function which is available only in PC menu mode. The main menu appears on the screen. You can choose the video image size projected from the following: (Factory setting is “Aspect”.) Select “Setting”...
Menu Operations Setting and Adjusting Other Functions (OPTIONS) Various functions are provided as shown in the “Options 1” and “Options 2” submenus. You can set or adjust each function, as required. Press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Select “Options”...
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Menu Operations Adjustment item Button Adjustment content Sets whether to clear the menu display automatically or not. 2 or 3 Menu display 15sec* : Clears the display automatically in about 15 seconds. : Does not automatically clear the menu display. Sets whether to show the line display (Y/C, VIDEO, PC1, or PC2) on top right of the screen or not when the VIDEO or PC button is pressed.
Menu Operations Getting Information You can get information on the input signal, accumulated used hours of light-source lamp, etc. Press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Select “Information” with the cursor button 5 5 5 5 or ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ . The “Information”...
Replacing the Fuse A fuse is used to protect the power source of the projector. If the fuse is blown, replace it. When the power switch is turned on but no power is supplied to the projector, check the fuse. If there are any unclear points, contact the dealer where you purchased your projector, or consult the Service center.
Replacing the Light-Source Lamp The light-source lamp has a service life of approximately 1000 hours. When the light-source lamp approaches the end of its service life, degradation progresses rapidly. The LAMP indicator and the message on the screen warn you that replacement of the lamp is required, as follows: Accumulated used hours of the light-source lamp •...
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Replacing the Light-Source Lamp I Be sure that the power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. Remove the lamp-replacement opening cover by loosening screws. Loosen the two screws with a flat-end screwdriver. Screw Note • The screws are fitted so that they do not come off the lamp- replacement opening cover.
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Replacing the Light-Source Lamp Insert the new light-source lamp fully inside and fasten the screws. Light-source lamp Fasten the two screws with a flat-end screwdriver. CAUTION • Do not touch the glass surface of the light-source lamp directly with your hand as well as staining it. If you touch with a bare hand, oils and other substances on your hand may adhere to the lamp, possibly preventing it from performing as specified and therefore giving a shortened...
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Replacing the Light-Source Lamp I Resetting the Lamp Use Time After replacing with a new light-source lamp, reset the lamp-time counter inside the projector to clear the accumulated lamp time to zero (0). After resetting, a new count will start for the new light-source lamp. Turn on the MAIN POWER switch to go I Projector’s button into stand-by mode.
Cleaning and Replacing the Filter Cover Clean the filter regularly. If the filter is heavily stained and does not clean, or if it is damaged, replace the filter with a new filter. Otherwise, dirt may get inside and appear on the screen, preventing you from fully enjoying the video image. If dirt gets inside or if you need information about the filter, consult authorized dealer where you purchased the projector or the nearest Service Center.
Troubleshooting Solutions to common problems related to your projector are described here. If none of the solutions presented here solves the problem, unplug the projector and consult an authorized dealer or Service Center. Symptom Probable cause Corrective action Page Power is not •...
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Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Corrective action Page Color is poor or • Is picture quality (color density, etc.) • Adjust picture quality on the menu. unstable. adjusted correctly? • Is the correct color system selected? • Set the color system to AUTO or to the correct dedicated color system.
Warning Indication If something abnormal has occurred with the projector, the warning status will be indicated by the combination of lighting the indicators on the control panel as shown in the following table. Then, the projector automatically stops projection and runs the cooling fan for about 120 seconds.
Warning Messages The following shows the warning messages that can be displayed on the screen. When a warning message is displayed, take the corrective action described here. Message Cause Corrective action Page • No device is connected to the • Connect a device to the selected 9, 11, input terminal.
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Warning Messages Message Cause Corrective action Page • When the DIGITAL ZOOM button • Digital-zoom function does not 12, 36 is pressed for the video signals work for the inputted video that cannot be zoomed (UXGA, signals. etc.), this message appears for a To use the this function, input the few seconds to notify that the video signals that can be digitally...
Specifications General • Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz • Power consumption • Allowable operation 41°F to 95°F (+ 5°C to + 35°C) temperature • Allowable relative 20% to 80% (no condensation) humidity • Allowable storage 14°F to 140°F (– 10°C to + 60°C) temperature Approx.
Specifications Pin assignment (Specifications for terminals) I Y/C terminal Pin number Signal name GND (Y) GND (C) I RS-232C terminal Pin number Signal name Pin number Signal name I PC1 terminal/PC OUT terminal Pin number Signal name Pin number Signal name 12 13 14 Green GND (SYNC)
RS-232C external control By connecting a computer to the RS-232C terminal, you can control the projector. Use a reverse connection cable as the RS- 232C connection cable. The commands to control the projector and the response data against the received commands are explained here. For further information, please consult the dealer where you purchased your projector or consult the Service Center.
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RS-232C external control 2-3 Parameters used for the data format The following three kinds of parameters are prepared for the control command and response data. (1) Numeric value Designates the 2-byte hexadecimal value with the sign as the 4-digit (byte) characters. Designation allowable range: “8000”...
Appendix I Relationship between Projection Distances and Projection Screen Sizes Notes • The relationship between the projection distances and projection screen sizes differs depending on the lens unit (optional) you are using. • The projection distance and projection screen sizes listed here are only for a guide. Use them as reference when setting the projector.
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Appendix For lens unit GL-M2920ZG (2 to 3:1): Approximate projection distance unit: ft (m) Projection screen size For 4:3 aspect-ratio screens For 16:9 aspect-ration screens (Diagonal length) Wide end Tele end Wide end Tele end 40" (approx. 101.6 cm) --------- --------- --------- 8.53 (2.60)