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C

OMPACT

V

IEW 

SX25+

 

Revision 3 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

User Manual 

 

 

 

22 

 

 

16. 

M

ENU 

S

YSTEM

 

The menu system gives access to a multitude of image and system controls. 
 
The menu system is structured through a top menu with several sub menus. The sub menus will 
vary depending on the actual source selected. 
 

Top Menu 
 

picture:  
Basic picture controls 
 
dynamic: 

Allows additional control over the 
projected image. 

 
advanced:  
Advanced picture controls 
 
setup:  
General projector controls 
 
utilities:  
System controls and information 
 

Control: 
RS232, RIMI and LAN configurations

 

 

 
NOTE: For full details on the setting up and functional use of the features of the GCM card, 
please refer to the CompactDesigner/CompactControl User Manual. 

 

Summary of Contents for COMPACTVIEW SX25+

Page 1: ...terms that it is to be treated as confidential No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose without the express written permission of 3D perception AS The information in this document is subject to change without notice and is provided AS IS COMPACTVIEW SX25 USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... User Manual ii DOCUMENT STATUS Revision Month Year Paragraph s Prepared by Description of Change 1 October 2004 All A F Rotheram Initial release 2 November 2004 16 A F Rotheram Reset 3 September 2005 22 24 A F Rotheram Parts list USA address ...

Page 3: ...RIES 2 3 INTRODUCTION 3 4 SAFETY WARNINGS 4 4 1 Safety 4 4 2 Warnings 4 4 3 Mercury Vapour 5 4 4 Remote Control Warning 6 5 BEFORE SET UP AND USE 7 6 OVERVIEW 8 7 KEYPAD 9 8 STATUS 10 9 REMOTE CONTROL 11 10 CONNECTOR PANEL 13 11 SET UP 14 11 1 Set up computer 14 11 2 Set up Video 15 12 GCM GEOMETRY CORRECTION MODULE 16 12 1 Connecting the CompactView SX25 I 16 ...

Page 4: ...HE PROJECTOR 21 16 MENU SYSTEM 22 16 1 Picture Sub menu 23 16 2 Dynamic Sub menu 24 16 3 Advanced Sub menu 25 16 4 Set Up Sub menu 26 16 5 Utilities Sub menu 27 16 6 Control Sub menu 28 17 MAINTENANCE 29 18 LAMP REPLACEMENT 30 18 1 Remove old lamp 30 18 2 Insert New Lamp 31 19 SERVICE INFORMATION 33 20 TECHNICAL DATA 34 20 1 Projector Specifications 34 20 2 GCM Specifications 35 21 COVERS 36 21 1 ...

Page 5: ...3D perception COMPACTVIEW SX25 Revision 3 User Manual v 22 PARTS LIST 37 22 1 Main products 37 22 2 Spare parts 37 23 LIMITED WARRANTY FCC STATEMENT AND TRADEMARKS COPYRIGHT 38 24 CONTACT US 40 ...

Page 6: ...e a few minutes to ensure that your COMPACTVIEW SX25 projector pack contains all the necessary parts as listed on the Accessories Page 1 2 Cables Please take a few minutes to make sure that your COMPACTVIEW SX25 projector pack contains all the necessary cables as listed on the Accessories Page 1 3 Other accessories Please refer to our website at www 3d perception com ...

Page 7: ...ER AIRFLOW COVER User Manual Cables VGA male Blue VGA male Blue 2m DVI I male White DVI I male White 2m A V Cable 3 x Phono Phono 3 3mm stereo jack 2m S Video Mini DIN 4 pin male Mini DIN 4 pin male 2m Sound Cable 3 5mm stereo jack 3 5mm stereo jack 2m USB A USB B 2m Communication Cable 6 spiral with RJ12 connectors Power cord 3m European Power cord 3m US ...

Page 8: ...0 pixel SX25GA DLP technology Single chip DMD with DarkChip2 technology by Texas Instruments High resolution High brightness High contrast Geometry correction functionality Edge blending functionality Faroudja DCDi Lamp ECO mode Variable lamp power Multiple lens options Six video and graphics inputs Compact low weight Low noise Desktop and ceiling mountable This user guide contains important infor...

Page 9: ...ts or openings of the unit Always remove the lens cap before switching on the projector If the lens cap is not removed it may melt due to the high energy light emitted through the lens Melting the lens cap may permanently damage the surface of the projection lens Do not look into the projection lens when the projector is switched on The strong light may permanently damage your eyesight Do not look...

Page 10: ...t that lamps containing mercury are treated properly to minimize potential health hazards The UHP lamp like any other high brightness projector lamp is under high pressure when operating While the lamp and the projector are carefully designed to minimize the probability of lamp rupture the lamp may break while operating and small amounts of mercury vapor may be emitted from the projector The proba...

Page 11: ...re particularly sensitive to the harmful effects of metallic mercury to the nervous system Seek medical attention if any of the above symptoms are experienced or if other unusual conditions are experienced following lamp rupture 4 4 Remote Control Warning Laser radiation class II product wavelength 670nm maximum output 1mW Remote control complies with applicable requirements of 21 CFR 1040 10 and ...

Page 12: ...oceeding with the set up and use of the COMPACTVIEW SX25 projector Unpack the supplied parts and familiarize yourself with the various components Remove the lens cap from the projection lens If you switch the projector on with the lens cap in place the lens cap may melt damaging not only the lens cap itself but also the projection lens and surrounding parts ...

Page 13: ... Manual 8 6 OVERVIEW A Focus ring H Lamp house B Zoom ring optional lens I Adjustable foot C IR sensor J Foot release D Ventilation K Security lock E Keypad L Ceiling Mount F Connector panel M Control Chain In G Power connector N Control Chain Out ...

Page 14: ...tem is activated When the menu system is not in use the menu button will activate the keystone correction Use the four arrow keys to adjust horizontally and vertically VOLUME Use these two arrow keys to adjust the volume when the keystone correction and the menu system are not activated SOURCE Use these two arrow keys to select the source when the keystone correction and the menu system are not ac...

Page 15: ...ht will flash for a period of 10 15 seconds after the power cord is connected and for a period of 45 seconds after the projector has been turned off RED LIGHT A permanent RED light indicates it is time to change the projection lamp Failure to change the lamp may lead to the lamp exploding RED LIGHT FLASHING A flashing RED light indicates the projector is overheated Turn the projector off immediate...

Page 16: ...ding position width height contrast brightness and overall stability OSD Toggle On Screen Display OSD feedback on and off When on all user commands are echoed on screen When off user commands will not be echoed on screen INFO Displays source and projector status on screen VIDEO Selects the composite video input as signal source S VIDEO Selects the super video input as signal source YPbPr Selects c...

Page 17: ...KBALL When USB cable is connected between PC and projector the trackball is used to move the mouse pointer when not in the menu Use the trackball to navigate between options when in the menu LEFT SELECT Use as mouse LEFT key when not in the menu Use as SELECT key when in the menu RIGHT Use as mouse RIGHT key LASER Activates the built in laser pointer CAUTION Do not point laser beam at people Do no...

Page 18: ...rd analogue computer graphics interface G RS 232 control In Allows for wired remote control and monitoring of many projector functions used in installation environments H RS 232 control Out The secondary output connector allows for daisy chaining enabling both individual and global control and monitoring of multiple projectors J Audio Out Connection to external audio system K RC In Allows connecti...

Page 19: ...ected image depending on the signal quality from the VGA graphics card in the computer and cabling The DVI Digital Visual Interface interface is all digital and will yield a projected image with very low noise Connect the USB cable to allow for remote mouse control Connect the power cord Connect the RS232 interface to allow for individual or global control of multiple units in a daisy chain config...

Page 20: ...ponent S VIDEO super video and VIDEO composite video inputs Component video will display more detailed images Composite video yields images with less detail In addition the DVI D input can be used with video sources DVD player fitted with an HDCPTM compliant DVI or HDMI connector for a pure digital connection Connect the power cord ...

Page 21: ...oes not have a GCM card inside it it has to been connected to a GCM card in a CompactUTM 12 1 Connecting the CompactView SX25 I Connect the Control PC running CompactDesigner or CompactControl to the projectors Control chain In port The supplied 6 lead cable plugs into the Control PC s serial port using a RJ12 6 pin to serial DB 9 female adapter Connecting multiple projectors Multiple projectors m...

Page 22: ...TVIEW SX25 Revision 3 User Manual 17 12 2 Connecting the CompactView SX25 E The CompactView SX25 E must be connected to a channel in a CompactUTM For full details please see the CompactUTM basic CompactUTM zer0 User Manual ...

Page 23: ...ction lens to get a correctly focused image 13 2 Zoom Turn the Zoom ring B on the projection lens to zoom In and Out This is only available on the optional zoom lens If the desired image size cannot be achieved by adjusting the zoom ring relocate the projector nearer or farther away from the projection screen and re try ...

Page 24: ...hould be 30 50 cm 12 20 inches The specifications and functionality of the product may change without prior notice A Locking screws for vertical adjustment D Night aperture B Slide E Adjustable flanges C Housing for slide Adjustable Flanges are not provided with the night aperture they have to be manufactured by individual users to suit their particular required shapes Under normal circumstances i...

Page 25: ...e desired height on the screen eject the front foot C by pressing the release button D and adjust the angle to the right position To get an image level with the screen turn the rear feet E to the right position NOTE Although this method of mounting is suitable for temporary use such as demonstration pruposes is not recommended for permanent installations such as simulators ...

Page 26: ...DVI Component Super video Composite video Sound will follow the selected source Select between the sources by pressing the SOURCE buttons on the keypad or the remote control Only sources that are active will be displayed If no source is active the message searching will appear on the screen If no source is active for a long time the projector will go into the standby mode The projector will be swi...

Page 27: ...epending on the actual source selected Top Menu picture Basic picture controls dynamic Allows additional control over the projected image advanced Advanced picture controls setup General projector controls utilities System controls and information Control RS232 RIMI and LAN configurations NOTE For full details on the setting up and functional use of the features of the GCM card please refer to the...

Page 28: ...s tint Adjusts the NTSC color tint Applicable to NTSC American video standard only A higher setting will yield a more reddish color scheme while a lower setting will turn colors more greenish hue Controls the color hue sharpness Controls the image sharpness A higher setting will yield a harder image with less filtering In video applications this may produce more noise in the projected image A lowe...

Page 29: ...lications This enables an optimized display of images depending on whether the source is video computer etc eco mode Reducing lamp power for maximum lamp life and reduced power consumption lamp power Allows for continuously adjustable lamp power for easier calibration of multiple screen set ups estimated remaining The estimated remaining lamp lifetime depends on the lamp power setting Higher power...

Page 30: ...adjust the frequency until the vertical bands disappear color temp Changes the color temperature A video signal demands a different color temperature than a computer image A higher setting yields a colder bluer image while a lower setting produces a warmer more yellow image custom color Defines custom color temperature Lets you define your own customized color temperature for your specific applica...

Page 31: ...g off or disconnection of the signal source The projector will switch back on when the signal source is reactivated source scan Switches source scan on and off With source scan on the projector will search for another source if the current source is disconnected or switched off With source scan off the projector will remain at the selected source input even if the source is switched off or disconn...

Page 32: ...ings All parameters available in the various menus are reset to their factory values Note Control mode will automatically be reset to RS232 even if the projector is a type SX25 I A power cycle is needed for the projector to detect the presence of a GCM card and to select the RIMI mode lamp reset Reset lamp after lamp change Do not reset lamp counter unless the lamp has been replaced with an origin...

Page 33: ...le and select RIMI Note Reset to factory default will automatically reset to RS232 RS232 address For use when daisy chaining several units Select auto or fixed address Only one address scheme is allowed per daisy chain The auto address is allocated following the relative position in the daisy chain The fixed address is an absolute address Only unique fixed addresses are allowed RS232 fixed Select ...

Page 34: ...and repair work to qualified personnel Only the exterior of the projector may be cleaned Use a damp cloth Make sure no liquids enter the inside of the projector Vacuum clean all the air vents regularly to maintain sufficient air flow The projection lens is sensitive to scratches Use lens cleaning tissue available at all photographic shops when cleaning the projection lens Use lens cap when not in ...

Page 35: ...r on the screen LAMP LIFE TIME HAS EXPIRED Please change lamp 18 1 Remove old lamp Change the lamp when its lifetime expires Always replace the lamp with the same type and rating Always disconnect the power cord and wait until the projector has cooled down 60 minutes before opening the lamp cover Release the screw A Remove the lamp cover B Release the 3 screws on the lamp house C ...

Page 36: ...3D perception COMPACTVIEW SX25 Revision 3 User Manual 31 Pull the handle D Remove the lamp house E 18 2 Insert New Lamp Replace the lamp house E Fold the handle D back in to place Tighten the 3 screws C ...

Page 37: ...3D perception COMPACTVIEW SX25 Revision 3 User Manual 32 Replace the lamp cover B Tighten the screw A In the utilities sub menu reset the lamp timer ...

Page 38: ...ojector and the video and computer sources are all switched on Cables and cords may break over time Try changing the cables and cords in case there is a bad or intermittent connection Check if the circuit breaker or the fuse of the mains is intact In the event of product failure please contact your reseller You should prepare a description of the symptoms of failure you experience Also state the p...

Page 39: ...Aspect ratio 4 3 native 16 9 5 4 compatible Bandwidth Up to 205 MHz on analog RGB Up to 160 MHz on DVI Up to 75 MHz on component input Brightness Up to 2500 lumen Contrast Up to 2500 1 Wide angle lens f 19 5 F 2 8 throw ratio 1 1 distance width throw distance 1 5m 20m 5 66 ft Image width 1 5m 20m 2 3 66 ft offset 108 Zoom lens f 33 42 F 2 75 3 1 Zoom factor x 1 25 throw ratio 1 70 2 2 1 distance w...

Page 40: ...rage 10 95 RH non condensing 20 2 GCM Specifications These specifications apply to the CompactView SX25 I only Non linear image mapping from 50 to 200 Total latency typically 250 line period Automatic and manual options Up to 100 geometrical control points compliant with curved screens requirements Warping Up to 5th order approximation between geometrical control points Multisided non linear blend...

Page 41: ...the vertical hooks on the cover with the guides on the rear of the projector Snap the cover into place with the lower guides clamping the rear feet Tighten the rear feet to fix the cable cover A in place Tip Connect all cables and fix them in place before the cable cover A is attached to the projector 21 2 Airflow cover Affix Airflow cover B ...

Page 42: ...evision 3 User Manual 37 22 PARTS LIST 22 1 Main products Product name Product number CompactView SX25 E 313 SX25 E CompactView SX25 I 313 SX25 I 22 2 Spare parts Product name Product number Lamp Replacement Kit 250 W 313 400 0184 00 ...

Page 43: ...chases a used COMPACTVIEW SX25 projector Any person asserting a claim under this limited warranty must establish to 3D perception satisfaction the date of purchase and that a COMPACTVIEW SX25 projector was purchased new Other warranty and liability limitations Aside from this standard published warranty 3D perception makes no warranty of any kind express or implied including without limitation tho...

Page 44: ... Warranty Period Any part of a COMPACTVIEW SX25 projector which is subject of any claim shall be set aside and protected without further processing or use until 3D perception or its authorised personnel have an opportunity to inspect it and advice the Customer of the disposition if any to be made thereof Failure to give timely written notice of any claim shall bar any remedy Technical advice 3D pe...

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