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Basic operation
Turning on the projector
1
Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR,
etc.) before turning on the projector.
2
Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet.
The POWER indicator turns red. Open the lens cap.
3
Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the side control or on
the remote control. The POWER indicator becomes green
and the cooling fans start to operate. The preparation
display appears on the screen and the countdown starts.
4
If the projector is locked with a PIN code, a PIN code input
dialog box appears. Enter the PIN code as instructed below.
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Note:
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When the startup logo selection function is set to be "Off,” the
logo will not be displayed on the screen.
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When the startup logo display function is set to be "Off,” the
logo will not be displayed on the screen.
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During the countdown period, all operations are invalid except
shutdown.
Enter a PIN code
Select a number by pressing the
▲
/
▼
button, and then press the
►
button to fix the number and move the cursor. The number
changes to “*”. If you fixed an incorrect number, move the
cursor to the number you want to correct by pressing the
◄
button, and then select the correct number by pressing
▲
/
▼
button.
Repeat this step to complete entering a three-digit number.
After entering the three-digit number, move the cursor to “Set”,
then you can start to operate the projector.
If you entered an incorrect PIN code, the “PIN code” and the
number (***) turn red. Enter the correct PIN code all over
again.
Move the cursor to Set, and press SELECT.
What is PIN code?
PIN (Personal Identification Number) code is a security code that
allows the person who knows it to operate the projector. Setting
the PIN code can prevent unauthorized use of the projector.
A PIN code consists of a three-digit number. Refer to the PIN
code lock function in the Setup menu on page 57 for PIN code
lock operation of the projector.
Caution on handling the PIN code
If you forget your PIN code, the
projector can not longer be started.
Take a special care in setting a new
PIN code. Write down the number in
a column on page 57 of this manual
and keep it properly. Should the PIN
code be missing or forgotten, consult
your dealer or service center.
Clear
Set
Cancel
Adjust
Move
PIN Code
Clear
Set
Cancel
Select
Move
Select
PIN Code