Hitachi CP-A300N User Manual

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(Type nos. CP-A220N, CP-A220NM, CP-A300N, CP-A300NM)

Hitachi CP-A300N Specifications

General

Contrast Ratio	2000:1
Display Type	3LCD
Brightness	3000 ANSI Lumens
Keystone Correction	Vertical: ±30 degrees
Video Compatibility	NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Speakers	10W (Mono)
Lamp Type	UHP
Screen Size	30 - 300 inches
Input Connectors	HDMI, VGA, Composite Video
Noise Level	35 dB (Normal), 29 dB (Eco)
Lens Type	Manual zoom and focus
Native Resolution	WXGA (1280 x 800)

Summary

Setting Up

Projector Arrangement

Guidance on positioning the projector for optimal projection.

Arrangement Guidelines

Provides safety and environmental considerations for projector placement.

Connecting Devices

Instructions for connecting various external devices to the projector.

Device Connection & Plug-and-Play

Details connecting devices and explains Plug-and-Play capability.

Setting Up (Continued)

Device Connection Details

Further information on connecting devices and signal compatibility.

Device Connection (USB/MIC)

Specifics on connecting USB storage and microphones.

Network Connection

Instructions for connecting the projector to a network.

Power Supply Connection

Steps for connecting the projector to a power source.

Power On/Off

Turning On the Power

Step-by-step guide to powering on the projector.

Turning Off the Power

Detailed instructions for safely powering off the projector.

Operating

Selecting Input Signal

How to choose the active input source for the projector.

Operating (Continued)

Input Signal Selection

Further options and methods for selecting the projector's input signal.

Adjusting Projector Height & Focus

Adjusting the projector's vertical position and image focus.

Picture Position & Keystone Correction

Adjusting image position and correcting keystone distortion.

Menu Navigation & OSD Indications

Input Signal Search & Aspect Ratio

Automatic signal searching and adjusting the picture's aspect ratio.

Automatic Adjustment Feature

Using the auto-adjustment function for picture optimization.

Menu Navigation

Explains how to access and navigate through the projector's menus.

EASY MENU

Easy Menu Items

Picture Mode & Eco Settings

PICTURE Menu

Brightness, Contrast, Gamma

Color Temperature, Color, Tint

Sharpness & Active Iris

My Memory Settings

IMAGE Menu

Aspect Ratio & Over Scan

Vertical & Horizontal Position

Horizontal Phase, Size & Auto Adjust

INPUT Menu

Progressive, Video NR, Color Space

Video & HDMI Format Settings

Computer Input & Frame Lock

Resolution Settings

Adjusting the resolution for computer inputs.

SETUP Menu

Zoom, Shift & Vertical Position

Vertical Keystone Correction

Horizontal Keystone & Perfect Fit

SETUP Menu (Continued)

AUDIO Menu

Volume, Speaker & Audio Source

HDMI Audio & Microphone Settings

SCREEN Menu

Language, Menu Position & Blank Screen

MyScreen Image Capture

SCREEN Menu (Continued)

Source Name Assignment

Source Name & Template Selection

OPTION Menu

Auto Power Off & USB Type B Function

My Button Function Assignment

OPTION Menu (Continued)

My Button Functions & My Source

Service Communication Settings

Service Menu Options

Service Communication Response Limits

Service Options (Key Lock, Lens Door)

Service Info & Factory Reset

Service Options (Remote Freq, Communication)

NETWORK Menu

Network Setup & DHCP

Network Configuration Details

Projector Name Setting

My Image & AMX Device Discovery

NETWORK Menu (Continued)

Presentation Mode Settings

Multi PC Mode & Display User Name

Network Information & Service Restart

SECURITY Menu

Security Password Change

Procedure for changing the projector's security password.

MyScreen Password Protection

Securing MyScreen function and images with a password.

PIN Lock Function

Enabling and managing the PIN lock for projector usage.

Transition Detector Security

SECURITY Menu (Continued)

My Text Password Protection

My Text Display & Writing

Presentation Tools

PC-LESS Presentation

Using the projector for presentations directly from USB media.

USB Display

Displaying computer output directly via USB connection.

PC-LESS Thumbnail Mode

PC-LESS Operation (Buttons & Menus)

Presentation Tools (Continued)

PC-LESS Slideshow Configuration

PC-LESS Full Screen Mode

PC-LESS Playlist Creation

PC-LESS Slideshow Mode

USB Display Setup

Instructions for setting up the USB Display feature from a computer.

Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp

Step-by-step guide for replacing the projector lamp.

Air Filter Cleaning & Replacement

Instructions for cleaning and replacing the projector's air filter.

Air Filter Maintenance

Further details and warnings related to air filter care.

Maintenance (Continued)

Replacing Internal Clock Battery

Caring for Mirror and Lens

Troubleshooting

Related Messages

Related Messages (Continued)

Indicator Lamp Status

Interpreting the status of the POWER, LAMP, and TEMP indicators.

Indicator Lamp Status (Continued)

Additional information on indicator lamp behavior and troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Resetting Settings

How to reset all projector settings to factory defaults.

Common Phenomena (Continued)

Troubleshooting network, USB, and video file playback issues.

Common Phenomena

Troubleshooting common issues mistaken for machine defects.