Mitsubishi Electric XD490U User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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howardjaimeJul 29, 2025
Why no image appears on Mitsubishi Electric XD490U Projector?
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  Peter PattersonJul 29, 2025
  If no image appears on the screen, here are a few things to check: * Ensure that AV mute is off by pressing the MUTE button. * Verify the lens cap is removed. * Allow up to 1 minute for the lamp to light up. * If the lamp doesn't light, wait a few minutes and try again. * If the projector was turned off before cooling, wait for the fan to stop, then press the POWER button. * Make sure SCART INPUT in the FEATURE menu is set to OFF. * Check that the intake vent is clean and the lamp cover is closed. * Confirm that the cables connected to external devices are not broken. * If using an extension cable, try the supplied cable. If images display correctly with it, add an RGB signal amplifier to the extension cable.
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Joshua SampsonAug 3, 2025
What to do if projected images are dark on Mitsubishi Electric XD490U Projector?
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  Kathryn FrancisAug 3, 2025
  If projected images appear dark, you can try the following: * Adjust the BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST settings in the IMAGE menu. * Consider replacing the lamp.
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Lonnie OrtizAug 7, 2025
What to do if projected images are blurred on Mitsubishi Electric Projector?
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  rbrownAug 7, 2025
  If the projected images are blurred, try these steps: * Adjust the focus. * Clean the lens. * Press the ? or button on the remote control to eliminate flicker. * Adjust TRACKING and FINE SYNC in the SIGNAL menu. * Adjust BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST in the IMAGE menu. * Ensure the projector and screen are perpendicular to each other.
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Deborah GibsonAug 11, 2025
What to do if projected images are shaking on Mitsubishi Electric Projector?
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  Jeremy ReedAug 11, 2025
  If the projected images are shaking or displaced, consider the following: * Check the cable connected to the external device to ensure it isn't intermittent. * Firmly connect the cable's plug to the external device's connector. * Press the AUTO POSITION button. * If the computer outputs out-of-spec signals, adjust the SIGNAL menu.
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warrenerikAug 15, 2025
How to fix distorted projected images on Mitsubishi Electric XD490U?
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  Bruce MillerAug 15, 2025
  To correct distorted projected images, adjust the projector and the screen so that they are perpendicular to each other.
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Stephanie SmallAug 20, 2025
Why external device not projecting on Mitsubishi Electric XD490U?
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  Jeremy McgeeAug 20, 2025
  To solve the problem, check the following: * Ensure the connected device is powered on and functioning correctly. * Verify that the external device is outputting signals, especially if it's a notebook computer. * Confirm that the cable connecting the projector to the external device is not defective. * Ensure the projector is connected to the external device using the correct terminals. * Check that the connected device is correctly selected as the input source. * If using an extension cord, replace it with the supplied cable to see if images project correctly. If they do, use an RGB signal amplifier with the extension cord.
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Mary JonesAug 25, 2025
What to do if projected images are obscured on Mitsubishi Electric XD490U?
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  Tyler ReevesAug 25, 2025
  If projected images are obscured: * Match the output resolution of your computer with the resolution of the projector. * If images and texts appear obscured during keystone adjustment, use the projector without applying keystone adjustment.

Mitsubishi Electric XD490U Specifications

General

Contrast Ratio	2000:1
Zoom	1.2x
Display Type	DLP
Lamp Type	UHP
Projection Size	40 - 300 inches
Inputs	HDMI, VGA, S-Video
Resolution	1024 x 768 (XGA)
Aspect Ratio	4:3