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1. Introduction
Introduction to the Projector
This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls.
Congratulations on Your Purchase of the Projector
This projector is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise images
up to 500 inches across (measured diagonally) from your PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), VCR,
DVD player, or document camera.
You can use the projector on a tabletop or cart, you can use the projector to project images from behind the screen,
and the projector can be permanently mounted on a ceiling*
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. The remote control can be used wirelessly.
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Do not attempt to mount the projector on a ceiling yourself.
The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk
of bodily injury.
In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accordance
with any local building codes. Please consult your dealer for more information.
Features you’ll enjoy:
• Liquid crystal type high brightness/high resolution projector
Model
LCD panel
Resolution
Aspect Ratio
PA600X
0.79" (with MLA)
1024 × 768 dots
4:3
PA500X
0.79" (with MLA)
1024 × 768 dots
4:3
PA550W
0.75" (with MLA)
1280 × 800 dots
16:10
PA500U
0.76" (with MLA)
1920 × 1200 dots
16:10
The PA600X/PA500X/PA550W projectors cover input signals up to WUXGA (1920 × 1200 dots) thanks to the
Advanced AccuBlend function.
• Wide range of optional lenses selectable according to the place of installation
This projector supports 5 types of optional lenses, providing a selection of lenses adapted to a variety of places
of installation and projection methods.
In addition, the lenses can be mounted and removed in one touch.
Note that no lens is mounted upon shipment from the factory. Please purchase optional lenses separately.
• Lens shift function for easily adjusting the position of the projected image
The position of the projected image is moved by turning the two dials on the projector’s front, one for the vertical
direction, one for the horizontal direction.
• 360° installation angle (tilt-free)
The projector can be installed at any angle (360°).
Note, however, that the “fan mode” setting must be changed according to the angle of installation.
Also, the projector cannot be installed tilted to the left or right.
• Wide range of input/output connectors (HDMI, DisplayPort, BNC, etc.) and built-in monaural speaker
The projector is equipped with a variety of input/output connectors: computer (analog), 5-core BNC, HDMI,
DisplayPort, Video, S-Video, etc. (The computer (analog) and BNC connectors also support component inputs.)
The projector’s HDMI and DisplayPort input connectors support HDCP.
The projector is also equipped with a built-in 10W monaural speaker.
• High picture quality processing circuit
IDT HQV processing technology is used to project high quality images.
• Energy-saving design with a standby power consumption of 0.2 watts
When the on-screen menu’s standby mode is set to “Power Saving”, the power consumption in the standby mode
is 0.2 watts.
