Hitachi HOME-1 manuel d'utilisation

Thank you for purchasing this projector. • 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 ACKNOWLEDG[...]

● Ultra High Brightness Crisp, ultra-bright presentations is achieved by using a UHB (ultra high brightness) lamp and a highly efficient optical system. ● Whisper Mode Equipped Special mode is available for reducing projector noise to achieve quieter operation. ● User Memory Function This projector can memorize 4 settings by MY MEMORY functio[...]

3 Projector Features … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 2 Preparation … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 2 Part Names … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 4 The Projector ……………………… 4 Fastening The Lens Cap ………… 4 Th[...]

4 Strap Rivet Strap hole Part Names The Projector Zoom ring 15 Focus ring 15 Air filter cover (An air filter is inside.) 33 Elevator button 8 Elevator feet 8 Indicates the corresponding reference page Lens cap 14 Lens (The picture is projected from here.) Remote sensor 13 Picture shift dial (vertical) 8 Picture shift dial (horizontal) 8 Projector ([...]

5 AC inlet 11 VIDEO port 10 Ports cover 10 AUDIO port (from a computer) 10 S-VIDEO port 10 COMPONENT VIDEO - Y 10 COMPONENT VIDEO - C B /P B 10 COMPONENT VIDEO - C R /P R 10 AUDIO R port L port (from a video equipment) 10 10 Power switch 14 COMPUTER port 10 CONTROL port 10 Projector (Rear/Left) ST ANDBY/ON INPUT POWER LAMP TEMP MENU POWER indicator[...]

6 The Remote Control Part Names (continued) OFF button prepares for turning the power off. SEARCH button searches for an input signal between the following signal ports of COMPUTER, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO. MENU button opens/closes the menu. S-VIDEO button selects the input signal of S-VIDEO port. COMPONENT button selects the input signa[...]

7 Setting Up Arrangement WARNING • Install the projector in a suitable environment according to instructions of the “ User ’ s Manual – Safety Guide ” and this manual. • The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible. Refer to the illustrations and tables below to determine the screen size and projection distanc[...]

8 • Generally, better quality of a picture is available when the lens shift is set to the center. • Do not attach anything other than specified options (such as an optional conversion lens) to the screw thread. For details, please ask your dealer. NOTE Adjusting The Projector's Elevator Using The Picture Shift Dials CAUTION • If you pres[...]

9 Connecting Y our Devices WARNING • Incorrect connecting could result in fire or electrical shock. Whenever attempting to connect other devices to the projector, please thoroughly read the "User's Manual - Safety Guide", this manual and the manual of each device to be connected. CAUTION • TURN OFF ALL DEVICES prior to connecting[...]

10 Please refer to the following for connecting your devices. See the rear of the projector and open the ports cover. You can see the ports. S-VIDEO AUDIO Y COMPONENT VIDEO C B / P B C R / P R COMPUTER CONTROL S-VIDEO AUDIO Y COMPONENT VIDEO C B / P B C R / P R COMPUTER CONTROL S-VIDEO AUDIO Y COMPONENT VIDEO C B / P B C R / P R COMPUTER CONTROL S-[...]

11 1 Connect the connector of the power cord to the AC inlet of the projector. 1 2 Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the outlet. WARNING • Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord as incorrect or faulty connections may result in FIRE and/or ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Please adhere to the “ User ’ s manual – Safety Guide ” and[...]

12 CAUTION 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.[...]

13 Operating The Remote Control ATTENTION • Do not drop or otherwise expose the remote control to physical impact. • Do not get the remote control wet or place it on wet objects. Doing so may result in malfunction. • Remove the batteries from the remote control and store them in a safe place if you won ’ t be using the remote control for an[...]

14 ST ANDBY/ON INPUT POWER LAMP TEMP MENU Power ON/OFF T urning On The Power WARNING • When the power is ON, a strong light is emitted. Do not look into the lens or vents of the projector. • Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector before the connected devices. Power off the projector after the connected devices. NOTE[...]

15 SEARCH SRC VIDEO VS V C WIDE AUTO BLANK PC VOLUME COMPUTER COMPONENT S-VIDEO OFF ON Selecting An Input Signal 1 2 Use the zoom ring to adjust the screen size. 3 Use the focus ring to focus the picture. Press the INPUT button. As illustrated below, each time you press the INPUT button, the projector switches between its input signal ports. Select[...]

16 T urning Off The Power • Turn the power on/off in right order. Please power on the projector before the connected devices. Power off the projector after the connected devices. NOTE Power switch ST ANDBY/ON INPUT POWER LAMP TEMP MENU STANDBY/ON button POWER indicator 1 Press the STANDBY/ON button of the projector or the OFF button of the remote[...]

17 Operating Adjusting The V olume T emporarily Muting The Sound 1 Press the VOLUME button. As illustrated on the right, a dialog will appear on the screen to aid you in adjusting the volume. 2 Use 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, [...]

18 Using The Automatic Adjustment Feature Correcting Keystone Distortions SEARCH SRC VIDEO VS V C WIDE AUTO MUTE BLANK CUSTOM CINEMA AT CIN M1 E D YNAMIC DY N ENT MYMEMORY NORMAL NOR CUS WID PC MENU ENTER ESC RESET VOLU ME COMPUTER COMPONENT S-VIDEO OFF ON KEYSTONE M2 M3 M4 SRC VIDEO VS V C WIDE AUTO MUTE BLANK CUSTOM CINEMA AT CIN M1 E D YNAMIC DY[...]

19 Signal Searching Selecting The Aspect Ratio 1 Press the SEARCH button. Cycle through input signals, displaying the images of retrieved signals. If no signal is found, returns to the signal that was selected before the search was begun. • May not function properly with some input signals. • The signal searching function takes about 10 seconds[...]

20 Selecting The Gamma Mode Operating (continued) 1 Press the CINEMA, DYNAMIC, NORMAL or CUSTOM button according to a mode to choose. This projector has the 4 modes called the CINEMA, DYNAMIC, NORMAL and CUSTOM. Recalling Y our Adjustments 1 Press the M1, M2, M3 or M4 button to recall a setting. This projector can memorize 4 settings by the MY MEMO[...]

21 This projector has the following menus: MAIN, PICTURE-1, PICTURE-2, INPUT, AUTO, SCREEN, OPTION. Each of these menus is operated using the same methods. The basic operations of these menus are as follows. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu display appears on the screen. 2 Use the / buttons to select a menu , then press the or ENTER button. The di[...]

22 MAIN Menu With the MAIN menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION KEYSTONE BRIGHT CONTRAST ASPECT WHISPER MIRROR LANGUA GE [Language] +0 +0 +0 4:3 NORMAL NORMAL ENGLISH : SELECT Item Description [...]

23 PICTURE - 1 Menu With the PICTURE-1 menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION GAMMA COLOR BAL R COLOR BAL G COLOR BAL B SHARPNESS COLOR TINT MY MEMORY NORMAL +0 +0 +0 +0 +0 +0 SA VE1 : SELECT Ite[...]

24 Item Description MY MEMORY Load/Save a Setting: Selecting one from the following and then pressing the or the ENTER button performs each function. LOAD1 ⇔ LOAD2 ⇔ LOAD3 ⇔ LOAD4 ⇒ SAVE1 ⇔ SAVE2 ⇔ SAVE3 ⇔ SAVE4 • This projector has 4 memories called M1, M2, M3 and M4 for settings. Performing the SAVE1, SAVE2, SAVE3 or SAVE4 puts th[...]

25 PICTURE - 2 Menu With the PICTURE-2 menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION V POSITION H POSITION H PHASE H SIZE OVER SCAN RESET 20 142 31 1344 95 : SELECT Item Description V POSITION Adjust th[...]

26 INPUT Menu With the INPUT menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION COLOR SP ACE COMPONENT VIDEO FRAME LOCK 3D-YCS VIDEO NR PROGRESSIVE INFORMA TION AUT O COMPONENT AUT O TURN ON NORMAL LOW TURN [...]

27 Item Description VIDEO NR Select a Noise Reduction Mode: HIGH ⇔ MIDDLE ⇔ LOW • This function performs only at a VIDEO input or a S-VIDEO input. At a VIDEO input of NTSC 3.58, this function performs only when the TURN OFF is selected under the 3D-YCS. • When the HIGH, the MIDDLE or the LOW is selected, the noise on screen is reduced accor[...]

28 MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION ADJUST POWER OFF SEARCH RESET 0 min TURN ON : SELECT AUTO Menu With the AUTO menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. Item Description ADJUST Automatically Adjust the Picture: Pressing the or th[...]

29 SCREEN Menu With the SCREEN menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. : SELECT MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION BLANK ST ART UP MENU POSITION MESSAGE RESET BLACK TURN ON TURN ON Item Description BLANK Select a Blank Screen Color[...]

30 OPTION Menu With the OPTION menu, the items shown in the table below can be performed. Perform each operation in accordance with the instructions in the table below. : SELECT MENU MAIN PICTURE-1 PICTURE-2 INPUT AUT O SCREEN OPTION VOLUME LAMP TIME FIL TER TIME 16 1234h 21h Item Description VOLUME Adjust Volume: High ⇔ Low LAMP TIME To begin th[...]

31 Lamp 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, when the bulb bursts, it is possible for shards of g[...]

32 1 Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord. Allow the lamp bulb to cool for at least 45 minutes. 6 Insert the new lamp, and tighten the 2 screws firmly to lock it in place. Slide the lamp cover into place, and tighten the screw of the lamp cover firmly. Slowly turn the projector so that the top is facing up. 3 After making sure that the[...]

33 Air Filter Caring For The Air Filter The air filter should be cleaned about every 100 hours. If the indicators or a message prompts you to clean the air filter (see the section “ Related Messages ” and “ Regarding The Indicator Lamps ” ), clean the air filter as soon as possible. If the air filter becomes clogged by dust or the like, int[...]

34 Replacing The Air Filter Filter cover Air filter Release buttons Release buttons Turn off the projector, and unplug the power cord. 2 Contact your local dealer to prepare a new air filter. Tell the dealer your air filter type number. 4 Hold the release buttons of the air filter, while pulling down it. 3 After making sure that the projector has c[...]

35 Other Care WARNING • Please carefully read the “User’s Manual - Safety Guide”. • Before replacing the air filter, make sure the power switch is off and the power cable is not plugged in. ATTENTION • Do not use cleaners or chemicals other than those listed below, including benzene and paint thinner. • Do not use aerosols or sprays. [...]

36 T roubleshooting Related Messages When the unit's power is ON, messages such as those shown below may be displayed. When any such message is displayed on the screen, please respond as described below. If the same message is displayed after the treatment, or if a message other than the following appears, please contact your dealer or service[...]

37 Wipe the dust-detecting window by using a soft cloth. T roubleshooting (continued) Related Messages (continued) Message Description CLEAN THE AIR FILTER POWER OFF FIRST, THEN CLEAN THE AIR FILTER. AFTER CLEANING THE AIR FILTER, RESET THE FILTER TIMER. A note of precaution when cleaning the air filter. Please immediately turn the power OFF, and c[...]

38 ATTENTION • When the interior portion has become overheated, or when the lamp cover has not been properly fixed (attached), for safety purposes, the power source may be automatically turned off, and the indicator lamps may also be turned off. In such a case, press the “ ○ ” (OFF) side of the power switch, and wait at least 45 minutes. Af[...]

39 POWER indicator LAMP indicator TEMP indicator Description Lighting or blinking in red Turned off Blinking in red The cooling fan is not operating. Turn the power OFF and wait at least 20 minutes. After the unit has sufficiently cooled down, please make confirmation of the following item, and then resent the power to ON. • Is there no foreign m[...]

40 WARNING • Please carefully read the “User’s Manual - Safety Guide”. Never use the projector if abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, excessive sound, damaged casing or elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. should occur. Phenomena That May Easily Be Mistaken For Machine Defects • Although bright s[...]

41 Phenomenon Cases not involving a machine defect, and Items to be confirmed Reference pages Colors have a faded- out appearance, or Color tone is poor. Color settings are not correctly adjusted. Perform picture adjustments by changing the COLOR BAL R, COLOR BAL G, COLOR BAL B, COLOR, and/or the TINT settings, etc. 23 Pictures appear dark. The bri[...]

42 • This specifications are subject to change without notice. NOTE Item Specification Product name Liquid crystal projector Liquid crystal panel Panel size 1.4 cm (0.55 type) Drive system TFT active matrix Pixels 409,920 pixels (854 horizontal x 480 vertical) Lens Zoom lens F=1.6 ~ 2.8 f=14.2 ~ 28.4 mm Lamp 130W UHB Speaker 1.0W Power supply AC1[...]

1 Signal Connectors L-AUDIO-R VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO Y COMPONENT VIDEO C B / P B C R / P R COMPUTER CONTROL 2 1 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 TECHNICAL TECHNICAL Port Specification COMPUTER 1 Video signal: RGB separate, Analog, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminator (positive) H/V. sync. signal:TTL level (positive/negative) Composite sync. signal: TTL level D-sub 15-pin shri[...]

2 Example Of Computer Signal Resolution H × × V fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Rating Signal mode 720 × 400 37.9 85.0 VESA TEXT 640 × 480 31.5 59.9 VESA VGA (60Hz) 640 × 480 35.0 66.7 Mac13"mode 640 × 480 37.9 72.8 VESA VGA (72Hz) 640 × 480 37.5 75.0 VESA VGA (75Hz) 640 × 480 43.3 85.0 VESA VGA (85Hz) 800 × 600 35.2 56.3 VESA SVGA (56Hz) 800 × 600[...]

3 Initial Set Signals The following signals are used for the initial settings. The signal timing of some computer models may be different. In such case, refer to adjust the V.POSIT and H.POSIT of the menu. Display interval c Back porch b Sync a Front porch d Display interval c Back porch b Sync a Front porch d Computer / Signal Horizontal signal ti[...]

4 RS-232C Communication 19200bps, 8N1 1. Protocol Consist of header (7 bytes) + command data (6 bytes). 2. Header BE + EF + 03 + 06 + 00 + CRC_low + CRC_high CRC_low : Lower byte of CRC flag for command data CRC_high : Upper byte of CRC flag for command data 3 Command data Command Data Chart Connecting The Cable Communications Setting (1) Turn off [...]

5 RS-232C Communication (continued) Requesting projector status (Get command) (1) Send the request code Header + Command data (‘02H’+‘00H’+ type (2 bytes)+‘00H’+‘00H’) from the computer to the projector. (2) The projector returns the response code ‘1DH’+ data (2 bytes) to the computer. Changing the projector settings (Set comman[...]

6 Command Data Chart Names Operation type Header Command data CRC Action Type Setting code Keystone Get BE EF 03 06 00 B9 D3 02 00 07 20 00 00 Increment BE EF 03 06 00 DF D3 04 00 07 20 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 0E D2 05 00 07 20 00 00 Keystone Reset Execute BE EF 03 06 00 08 D0 06 00 0C 70 00 00 Brightness Get BE EF 03 06 00 89 D2 02 00 03 20[...]

7 Command Data Chart (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation type Header Command data CRC Action Type Setting code Language Set English BE EF 03 06 00 F7 D3 01 00 05 30 00 00 FRANÇAIS BE EF 03 06 00 67 D2 01 00 05 30 01 00 Deutsch BE EF 03 06 00 97 D2 01 00 05 30 02 00 ESPAÑOL BE EF 03 06 00 07 D3 01 00 05 30 03 00 Italiano [...]

8 Command Data Chart (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation type Header Command data CRC Action Type Setting code Custom User B Set 50 BE EF 03 06 00 EF F6 01 00 B3 30 05 00 60 BE EF 03 06 00 7F F7 01 00 B3 30 04 00 70 BE EF 03 06 00 4F F5 01 00 B3 30 03 00 80 BE EF 03 06 00 DF F4 01 00 B3 30 02 00 90 BE EF 03 06 00 2F F4 01 [...]

9 Command Data Chart (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation type Header Command data CRC Action Type Setting code V Position Get BE EF 03 06 00 0D 83 02 00 00 21 00 00 Increment BE EF 03 06 00 6B 83 04 00 00 21 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 BA 82 05 00 00 21 00 00 V Position Reset Execute BE EF 03 06 00 E0 D2 06 00 02 70 00 [...]

10 Command Data Chart (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation type Header Command data CRC Action Type Setting code Video NR Set LOW BE EF 03 06 00 26 72 01 00 06 22 01 00 MIDDLE BE EF 03 06 00 D6 72 01 00 06 22 02 00 HIGH BE EF 03 06 00 46 73 01 00 06 22 03 00 Get BE EF 03 06 00 85 73 02 00 06 22 00 00 Progressive Set Turn of[...]

11 Command Data Chart (continued) RS-232C Communication (continued) Names Operation type Header Command data CRC Action Type Setting code Volume Get BE EF 03 06 00 31 D3 02 00 01 20 00 00 Increment BE EF 03 06 00 57 D3 04 00 01 20 00 00 Decrement BE EF 03 06 00 86 D2 05 00 01 20 00 00 MUTE Set TURN ON BE EF 03 06 00 46 D3 01 00 02 20 00 00 TURN OFF[...]