Optoma EX542 User Manual

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Table of Contents ...................................................................................1
Usage Notice ..........................................................................................2
Safety Information .........................................................................................2
Precautions....................................................................................................3
Eye Safety Warnings .....................................................................................5
Product Features ...........................................................................................5
Introduction.............................................................................................6
Package Overview.........................................................................................6
Product Overview ..........................................................................................7
Main Unit ................................................................................................................ 7
Control Panel ......................................................................................................... 8
Input / Output Connections .................................................................................... 9
Remote Control .................................................................................................... 11
Installation ............................................................................................12
Connecting the Projector .............................................................................12
Connect to Computer/Notebook .......................................................................... 12
Connect to Video Sources ................................................................................... 13
Powering On/Off the Projector .....................................................................14
Powering On the Projector ................................................................................... 14
Powering Off the projector ................................................................................... 15
Warning Indicator ................................................................................................. 15
Adjusting the Projected Image.....................................................................16
Adjusting the Projector’s Height ........................................................................... 16
Adjusting the Projector’s Zoom / Focus ............................................................... 17
Adjusting Projected Image Size ........................................................................... 17
User Controls ....................................................................................... 18
Control Panel & Remote Control .................................................................18
Control Panel ....................................................................................................... 18
Remote Control .................................................................................................... 19
Using the HELP button ........................................................................................ 21
On-screen Display Menus ...........................................................................24
How to operate .................................................................................................... 24
Menu Tree ............................................................................................................ 25
Image ................................................................................................................... 27
Display ................................................................................................................. 31
Setup .................................................................................................................... 35
Options ................................................................................................................. 45
Appendices...........................................................................................48
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................48
Projector Status Indication ..........................................................................51
Remote Control ...........................................................................................52
Replacing the Lamp.....................................................................................53
Compatibility Modes ....................................................................................55
RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List............................................57
Ceiling Mount Installation ............................................................................61
Optoma Global Ofces ................................................................................62
Regulation & Safety notices ........................................................................64
Table of Contents

Optoma EX542 Specifications

General

Matrix size	0.55 \
Number of colors	1.073 billion colors
Vertical scan range	25 - 85 Hz
Horizontal scan range	15 - 91 kHz
Projection technology	DLP
Contrast ratio (typical)	3000:1
Screen size compatibility	0.78 - 9.38 \
Projector native resolution	XGA (1024x768)
Keystone correction, vertical	40 °
Aspect ratio	4:3, 16:9
Power supply	212 W
RS-232 ports	1
Compatibility	UXGA, SXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA, Mac
Dimensions (WxDxH)	324 x 234 x 97 mm
Power requirements	100-240V, 50-60Hz
Throw ratio	1.6 - 1.92:1
Focal length range	18.2 - 21.8 mm
Lamp power	180 W
Light source type	Lamp
Service life of light source	5000 h
RMS rated power	10 W
Video formats supported	Not supported
Number of built-in speakers	2
Audio (L/R) in	3
Serial interface type	RS-232
Power consumption (standby)	1 W
Power consumption (typical)	232 W
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 85 %

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	2900 g

Summary

Usage Notice

Safety and Precautions

General safety warnings, instructions, and precautions for projector operation.

Operational Guidelines and Features

Do's and don'ts, eye safety, environmental conditions, and product features.

Introduction

Package and Product Overview

Contents of the package and identification of external projector parts.

Control Panel and Remote

Details of projector control panel buttons and remote control functions.

Input/Output Connections

Illustrates and lists all available input and output ports on the projector.

Installation

Connecting the Projector

Guides on connecting the projector to computers and video sources.

Powering and Adjustments

Procedures for turning on/off, adjusting height, zoom, focus, and image size.

User Controls

Control Panel & Remote Operations

Explains controls on the projector panel and remote.

Help Menu and OSD Navigation

How to use help, navigate OSD, and troubleshoot basic image issues.

Image and Display Settings

Adjusting display mode, brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation, tint, and format.

Setup, Options, and Advanced

Configuring language, projection, signal, security, network, logo, lamp, and other options.

Appendices

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for no image, image distortion, messages, and remote problems.

Lamp Replacement and Compatibility

Procedures for lamp replacement and lists of computer/video compatibility modes.

RS232, Installation, and Support

RS232 commands, ceiling mount, and global office contacts.

Regulatory and Operational Notices

FCC notices, operation conditions, and disposal instructions.