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1. Smart Stack NOTES e COMPUTER IN1 and IN2 can be used as the input port for the Main projector in Smart Stack Do not use other ports for image input You can input component signals to COMPUTER IN1 and IN2 You can input video signals to the Y pin of the component video of COMPUTER IN1 and IN2 REMOTE CONTROL E a chleb Ricrjer Simple Stack NOTES e COMPUTER IN1 and IN2 can be used as the compu input port for the projector that is connected with a computer cable at its MONITOR OUT port MUser s Manual SETUP menu If you wish to use other input ports input the image to Sub and Main separately Connection example in Smart Stack Input the image to Sub and Main separately 1 Split the output signal from your image device into two with device such as a signal splitter 2 Connect the output ports of the image output device to the same input ports on the Main and Sub projectors NOTES for Smart Stack LAN USB TYPE A and USB TYPE B cannot be used as the input ports on the Main projector in Smart Stack NOTES for Simple Stack Any of the ports that is compatible with the signal can be used Input the same signal to both projectors separately 28 5 Setting input ports using menu 5 1 Preparing for menu operations If Simple Stack without an RS232 connecti2. 3 Instant Stack feature ee eeeeeeee 3 General installation c seers 5 1 3 Basic information And preparation aseeseen 6 Instant Stack eeeeeeeeeeeeneeseeeeeeeees 6 Smart Stack and Simple Stack 6 Smart Stack and Simple Stack Remote COMMON ese cee sedevescl eii 6 Installation Options s 6 Temporary terms for both projectors 6 2 Installation ccceeeeeeeees 7 2 1 Smart Stack preparation 7 2 2 Installing the first projector Projector A 8 Preparing the elevator feet 8 Deciding on the installation position 8 Setting up Projector A 0 00 9 2 3 Installing the second projector Projector B 11 Stacking the projectors 000c0 11 Connecting projectors cceee 11 Setting up Projector B 006 12 2 4 Confirming Main and Sub settingS cseeeeees 14 2 5 Fine adjustment ot the image POSINON ictceteie tcectlcaceeewertanesnaveens 15 For Smart Stack users e 15 For Simple Stack users 16 an 3 STACK menu settings 17 3 1 Displaying the STACK menu 17 3 2 Selecting Main Sub or off 18 3 3 Selecting lamp operation mode 19 3 4 Selecting lamp switching mode 21 3 5 Selecting the Sub input source 22 3 6 Saving Smart Stack settings 23 STACK M n taniiceneiAde nies 23 STACK menu dialogS 000 23 3 7 Important information for Smart Stack
3. These minerals can enter the projectors and cause image degradation and other problems NOTICE P Position the projectors to prevent light from directly hitting the projector s remote sensor e Do not place the products in a place where radio interference can occur Introduction 1 3 Basic information and preparation Instant Stack Instant Stack allows you to superimpose images projected from two projectors easily This projector is designed with Instant Stack capabilities to install two pro jectors and superimpose their images Smart Stack and Simple Stack Instant Stack includes the following two features When two projectors are connected via an RS232 cable with necessary settings performed on the projectors these two projectors will automatically operate in synchronization with each other according to the settings This is known as Smart Stack in this manual Both projectors can operate separately without an RS232 connection This is known as Simple Stack in this manual Remote control for Smart Stack and Simple Stack For Smart Stack one projector must be defined as the Main projector and the other must be defined as the Sub Projector 419 Only the Main projector is ca pable of receiving remote control signals To operate the Sub projector you need to point the remote control at the Main projector For Simple Stack both projectors can receive remote control signals To avoid crosstalk when operating with the remote contro
4. cece 24 4 Connecting cables 27 4 1 Connecting an RS232 cable 27 4 2 Connecting signal cables 28 Inputting the image from Main to Sub 28 Inputting the image to Sub and Main separately 28 5 Setting input ports USING MENU eceeeeeeees 29 5 1 Preparing for menu operation 29 5 2 Checking the Main projector s operating StatuS 0 cee 29 5 3 Starting the Main projector 30 5 4 Setting the Source Inputs 31 Inputting an image from Main to Sub Computer signal 0 0e 31 Inputting an image from Main to Sub Video signal either component or video 32 Inputting an image to Sub and Main separately 32 6 Scheduling Limitations 34 7 Troubleshooting 36 1 Introduction 1 1 Entries and graphical symbols explanation The following entries and graphical symbols are used for this manual and the product as follows for safety purposes Please review and heed this information AWARNING This entry warns of a risk of serious personal injury or even death ACAUTION This entry warns of a risk of personal injury or physical damage NOTICE This entry indicates fear of causing trouble 1 2 Important safety instructions Following are important safety instructions for using this product in an Instant Stack application Read this information carefully and always follow these guide lines when using t
5. M34 Introduction General installation AWARNING gt Install the projectors where you can access the power outlet easily gt Do not subject the projectors to unstable conditions Install the projectors in a stable horizontal position gt Do not use any mounting accessories except the accessories specified by the manufacturer Read and keep all the manuals for accessories which are used gt For special installations such as ceiling mounting be sure to consult with your dealer beforehand Specific mounting accessories and services may be required gt Do not install the projector near thermally conductive or flammable items gt Do not place the projector in a place where it may get wet ACAUTION P Place the projectors in a cool place with sufficient ventilation e Keep a space of 11 8 30 cm or more between the sides of the projectors and other objects such as a wall If you install two projectors side by side Option 2 6 keep a space of 11 8 30 cm or more between both projec tors e Do not impede block or cover the projectors vent holes e Do not put the projectors in places which are exposed to magnetic fields Doing so can cause the cooling fans inside the projector to malfunction gt Avoid placing the projectors in smoky humid or dusty places e Do not place the projectors near humidifiers Humidifiers particularly ultrasonic humidifiers cause chlorine and minerals contained in tap water to be atomized
6. Web Control will be disabled e If you try to turn on the projectors using the Power on and Display on feature on the Messenger function the projectors will exit Smart Stack and display the specified message To start Smart Stack again re select MAIN SUB on both projectors in the STACK MODE dialog or turn off and on both projectors again e The Main and Sub projectors share the following settings Muting feature User s Manual Temporarily muting the sound ASPECT RATIO and OVERSCAN GX User s Manual IMAGE menu COMPUTER IN MUser s Manual gt INPUT menu DISPLAY MESSAGES MUser s Manual SCREEN menu CUSTOM KEY M User s Manual OPTION menu RULED LINES G8 User s Manual SCREEN menu e The following functions are disabled Executing of AUTO KEYSTONE QUser s Manual SETUP menu POWER SAVING MODE User s Manual SETUP menu AUTO SOURCE GQUser s Manual OPTION menu continued on next page 24 STACK menu settings 3 7 Important information for Smart Stack continued Turning on off AUTO KEYSTONE User s Manual OPTION menu AC POWER ON User s Manual OPTION menu POWER UP SOURCE QUser s Manual OPTION menu COMMUNICATION TYPE User s Manual OPTION menu gt SERVICE COMMUNICATION The input source from the following ports cannot be selected USB TYPE A USB TYPE B LAN When Smart Stack is in use an error message will be displayed if an error occurs on a
7. input source on the Sub projector to the COMPUTER IN1 port which is connected to the MONITOR OUT port on the Main projector 3 Press the lt button to return to the previous menu or press the gt button to save the setting changes 23 NOTES If FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected the Main projector s input source can be set to either the COMPUTER IN1 or IN2 port When the SOURCE button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the projector is pressed the MAIN INPUT SOURCE dialog will be displayed on screen Select COMPUTER IN 1 or COMPUTER IN 2 with the A buttons e If FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected the COMPUTER IN1 port on the Sub projector should be connected to the MONITOR OUT port on the Main projector with a computer cable The image from the selected port is output from the Main projector s MONITOR OUT port to the Sub projector s COMPUTER IN1 port The MONITOR OUT DEFAULT setting on the Main projector is disabled when FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected EQUser s Manual gt SETUP menu If FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected video signals can be input to the Main projectors COMPUTER IN1 or IN2 port Set the port for video signal input in the COMPUTER IN menu and set the video format in the VIDEO STANDARD menu Refer to noutting image from Main to Sub G428 and Inputting image from Main to Sub Video signal either component or video 32 22 STACK menu settings 3 6 Saving Smart Stack settings Befor
8. on the screen proceed to step 3 be low Otherwise press the MENU button on the remote control If the MENU dialog is displayed use the A buttons to J highlight MAIN and press the gt button A menu will be displayed amp If the MENU dialog is not displayed the STACK menu will appear 2 Use the A lt gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK The STACK menu will appear on screen GQ User s Manual OPTION menu 3 Use the A F buttons to highlight SUB INPUT SOURCE and press the button to display the SUB INPUT SOURCE dialog 4 Use the A V buttons to highlight FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 and press the gt button to save the change 23 5 Press the SOURCE button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the Main projector s control panel the MAIN INPUT SOURCE dialog is displayed on screen Use the A V buttons to highlight the port which is connected to the signal cable and press the gt button to save the change NOTES When FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected the MONITOR OUT DEFAULT setting will not be available GQjUser s Manual SETUP menu e When FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected only COMPUTER IN1 and COMPUTER IN2 inputs can be selected e When FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 is selected if the SOURCE button on the remote control or the projector s SOURCE button is pressed the dialog for selecting the input source wi
9. projector s security code first followed by the Sub projector s If the ALTERNATE mode is selected one of the projectors will turn off automatically GQ User s Manual gt SECURITY menu e f only one of the projectors has their PIN LOCK or TRANSITION DETECTOR security function set to ON the security code will need to be entered when turning on the projector In DUAL mode both projectors will turn on Enter the security code for the projector that is locked by the security function In ALTERNATE mode if the projector locked by the security function is due to turn on according to the ALTERNATE mode setting only that projector will turn on Otherwise both projectors will turn on Enter the security code for the projector that is locked by the security function After the security lock is released one of the projectors will turn off assuming that both turned on initially 26 4 Connecting cables To superimpose two images onto one screen the same image must be input to both the Main and Sub projectors There are various ways to do this This chapter describes different ways to connect the cables Read this chapter to find a method which meets your needs NOTES If Simple Stack without an RS232 connection is used the Main and Sub projectors described below do not exist Simply think of Main as one projector and Sub as the other e For details on the input port specifications refer to Connecting with your devices EQ User
10. to select MAIN or SUB is displayed If MAIN is selected the Main projector s BASIC MENU or ADVANCED MENU is displayed When the KEYSTONE button is pressed a menu to select MAIN or SUB is displayed If MAIN is selected the Main projector s KEYSTONE menu is displayed e When LAMP MODE is set to DUAL the following operating limitations will be in effect AUTO POWER and FREEZE functions on both projectors will be disabled ea The test patterns for CUSTOM Menu to select of GAMMA and COLOR MAIN or SUB TEMPERATURE will not be displayed The projectors will take a slightly longer time to turn on This is not a malfunction Menu to select MAIN or SUB Menu on Main projector continued on next page STACK menu settings 3 3 Selecting lamp operation mode continued NOTES When LAMP MODE is set to DUAL the images projected from the Main and Sub projectors may be different To prevent this we recommend you set the projectors as follows Use the same image for RULED LINES and START UP LOGO on both projectors Capture the same image for SNAPSHOT on both projectors Save the same image on MY IMAGE on both projectors Use the same message content for the Messenger function Network Guide Messenger Function on both projectors e When LAMP MODE is set to DUAL image shifts can result in image quality degradation on the screen Choose CEILING and REAR settings before adjusting the image position because these settings
11. will cause the image position to change User s Manual SETUP menu e When LAMP MODE is set to ALTERNATE and an error occurs while one of the projectors is in operation which causes the lamp to turn off the other projector will automatically start to operate However if the RS232 cable is disconnected or AC power is not supplied the other projector will not turn on e If PIN LOCK or TRANSITION DETECTOR on both projectors is set to ON User s Manual gt SECURITY menu both projectors will not turn on even if ALTERNATE is selected Enter the security code on both projectors and one of the projectors will turn on e When Smart Stack is in use the POWER indicator on the projector control panel will operate differently than normal User s Manual Troubleshooting When the Main and Sub projectors are in standby mode the Main projector determines which projector to turn on according to the STACK MODE setting if the STANDBY ON button on the remote control or Main projector s control panel is pressed The Main projector POWER indicator will blink green while the Main projector determines which projector to turn on If the Main projector turns on the Main projector POWER indicator will become steady green after lighting up as it normally would If the Sub projector turns on the Main projector POWER indicator will become steady orange after the Sub projector is turned on If an error occurs on the Main projector the Sub
12. 232 cable properly and restart synchronization the Main projector continued on next page 36 Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting continued Situation Description Page Reference The projector settings are not set up for a Smart Stack Check these Main and Sub projector settings The STACK POWER SAVING MODE in SETUP menu menu cannot ENABLE m7 function COMMUNICATION TYPE under COMMUNICATION in SERVICE menu OFF STACK LOCK in SECURITY menu OFF The remote control is pointed at the Sub projector projector can receive remote control signals Therefore point the remote control at the Main projector The two images are not superimposed correctly Adjust the ZOOM ring VERTICAL and HORIZONTAL adjusters and the FOCUS ring to superimpose the images If necessary adjust CORNER CORRECTION and KEYSTONE as well There are some adjustment differences in the two images Try resolving the problem with the following steps The projector Press the remote button s AUTO IMAGE 24 images will not button on or use AUTO IMAGE on both in User s superimpose projectors Manual properly despite Adjust HORIZONTAL POSITION and 38 making fine VERTICAL POSITION on both projectors in User s adjustments Manual Check the RESOLUTION setting in the 042 INPUT menu of both projectors and in User s make certain that both the Main and Sub Manual projector s settings match 37
13. IN5122 1N5124 010 0762 00 I F S DISPERINDAG No 0287 1 824 51 09 03 Bright Ideas Made Brilliant This page left blank intentionally Projector IN5122 IN5124 Instant Stack Guide Thank you for purchasing this product This manual only explains the Instant Stack feature If you need other information please see the other product manuals Features This IN5122 IN5124 projector can be used with another IN5122 IN5124 projector to project an image on the same screen using the Instant Stack feature Both projectors can be operated simultaneously to make the image brighter Moreover if you connect both projectors with an RS232 cross over cable it becomes a smart stacking system Both projectors can also work separately so that if one projector fails the other will start displaying your presentation automatically This Instant Stack feature provides great installation flexibility NOTES The information in this manual is subject to change without notice e The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual e The reproduction transfer or copy of all or any part of this document is not permitted without express written consent Trademark acknowledgment All the trademarks in this manual are the properties of their respective owners Contents jaa 1 Introduction 2 e 3 1 1 Entries and graphical symbols explanation cccee 3 1 2 Important safety instruction
14. MENU button on the remote control or the control panel on Main Projector B to display the MENU dialog i Highlight MAIN with the amp buttons and press the Main Projector B button The Main Projector B menu will appear 2 Using the A lt gt buttons on the remote control or the control panel on Main Projec tor B select CORNER CORRECTION from the BASIC MENU or the SETUP menu of AD VANCED MENU User s Manual BASIC MENU or SETUP menu The image for Smart Stack appears on screen This image includes a RULED LINES 2 screen with the CORNER CORRECTION dialog from Main Projector B and another et RULED LINES screen from Sub Projector pas A 3 Using CORNER CORRECTION on Main Projector B adjust the image size and position of Main Projector B to superimpose a E well onto the image of Sub Projector A Image from Sub Projector A User s Manual BASIC MENU or SETUP E menu The following is the recommended adjustment method 1 Roughly adjust the four corners in the fol lowing order Top left Top right a Bottom right Bottom left l Superimposed image 2 Finely adjust the four corners in the same order as listed above in Step 1 NOTE Refer to NOTES for all users R16 Installation For Simple Stack users 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control to display Projector A s menu 2 Use the A lt gt buttons to
15. The images cannot superimpose well when the screen is slanted warped or has an uneven surface e Images projected immediately after turning on the projectors are unstable due to rising internal temperatures Wait at least 20 minutes before beginning to adjust the superimposed images e Image positions may shift due to temperature change vibration or shock caused by a projector impact Install the projectors in a stable environment when using Instant Stack If the image positions shift re adjust the images 9 12 15 e The image positions may shift over time due to the tension and the weight of connecting cables Make sure not to impose any load on the projectors when arranging the cables e If the volume level of the built in speakers is too high both projectors may resonate noise may occur and the image quality may deteriorate In this case check the volume setting on both projectors Lower the volume until the symptoms disappear or arrange the projectors side by side e When two projectors are connected using an RS232 cable the Main projector will be able to control the Sub projector This feature is known as Smart Stack E11 When Smart Stack is used with an RS232 cable RS232 communication cannot be used to control the projectors If you wish to control the projectors use either of the projector s LAN connections e When Smart Stack is used some function operations and settings are unavailable Refer to this manual for details
16. W MAIN UNIT is selected LAN USB TYPE A and USB TYPE B cannot be selected e When FOLLOW MAIN UNIT is selected if the SOURCE button on the remote control or the projector s SOURCE button is pressed the dialog for selecting the input source will be displayed 33 6 Scheduling limitations This model supports Web Control scheduling functions Network Guide gt 3 Web Control gt 3 7 Schedule Settings There are some scheduling limitations when Smart Stack is used with an RS232 connection But for Simple Stack with out an RS232 connection there are no limitations Regardless of whether Smart Stack or Simple Stack is used review the Schedule settings before using the Stack function Unexpected setting changes may occur when using the Stack function Refer to the following for Smart Stack limitations If you are using Simple Stack skip this chapter Main projector limitations LAMP MODE DUAL Functions mes esrb ile ALTERNATE Power ON ON OFF ON status ON v Sub projector limitations LAMP MODE DUAL Functions DUAL ARTERNAS ALTERNATE Power FF status ON v This item can be scheduled using Web Control and be performed even if the projectors are in a Smart Stack v 1 This item can be scheduled using Web Control even if the projectors continued on next page 34 Schedule function limitations 6 Schedule function limitations continued are operating in Smart St
17. ach the bottom of the stack pockets on Projector A 3 Rotate Projector B s elevator feet counterclockwise twice and leave a 1mm gap between the protrusion at the bottom of Projector B and the top of Projector A as shown in the figure NOTES You must keep Projector B slightly away from Projector A except for the heel portion to prevent both projectors from resonating due to the sound output from the built in speakers If Projector B is tilted any farther Projector B s image may not superimpose onto Projector A s image e If Projector A s elevator feet are used make sure the tilt angle for both projector is no greater than 12 degrees from level Connecting projectors To use Smart Stack connect an RS232 cross cable between the CONTROL ports of Projector A and Projector B Cooooj 99090 RD RD DO lt OD GND 6 GND RTS RTS cts gt _ cts 0 Installation Setting up Projector B L Turn on Projector B NOTE After turning on Projector B make sure Projector B s image is not significantly tilted compared to Projector A s image If the image is overly tilted rotate Projector B s elevator feet to adjust the angle so that the tilt is approximately correct Verify that there is a gap of about 1 mm between the protrusion at the bottom
18. ack If the input port to be changed according to the Schedule function can be used in Smart Stack the Schedule will be performed If not it will not be performed X 2 This item can be scheduled using Web Control when the projectors are operating in Smart Stack but will not be performed X 3 This item cannot be scheduled using Web Control and will not be performed when the projectors are operating in Smart Stack NOTES If the Schedule is not performed an error message will be sent in accordance with the conditions set up in Schedule Execution Error on Web Control GNetwork Guide gt 3 Web Control 3 6 Alert Settings e If the Schedule function is set to turn off the power when the projectors are operating in Smart Stack both the Main and Sub projectors will be turned off e If the Schedule function on the Main projector is set to turn on the power the projectors will turn on according to the LAMP MODE setting e When both projectors are operating in the DUAL mode and a menu is being displayed on one of the projectors the Schedule function for My Image and Messenger on the other projector will not be performed e Power Off in the table refers to turning off the power and entering into standby mode according to the Smart Stack settings or by pressing the STANDBY ON button on the remote control or Main projector s control panel e The projectors cannot be turned on by the Schedule function on the Sub projector Set it on the Mai
19. e exiting the Smart Stack menu we recommend you check all the settings in the STACK menu When STACK menu dialogs are displayed you can press the lt button to return to the STACK menu Follow these steps to exit the Smart Stack menu STACK menu When you press the lt button functions as a RETURN key after making setting changes a confirmation dialog will appear e Press the gt button functions as a YES key IT to save the setting and close the dialog The screen becomes black while the setting is be ing applied Please wait a few moments e Press the lt button functions as a NO key to return to the COMMUNICA TION menu without saving the setting User s Manual OPTION menu gt SERVICE O Osc STACK menu dialogs When you press the gt button functions as a EXIT key after making setting changes a confirma you wish to change stack setting 7 tion dialog will appear e Press the gt button functions as a YES key to save the setting and close the dialog The screen becomes black while the setting is being applied Please wait a few mo ments e Press the lt button functions as a NO key to close the dialog without saving the setting 23 STACK menu settings 3 7 Important information for Smart Stack This section provides important information on setting up the Main and Sub projectors but not on menu operation Read this information carefully e To use Smart Stack one projector mus
20. e to Sub and Main separately 1 2 If the STACK menu is already displayed on the screen proceed to Step 3 below Otherwise press the MENU button on the remote control If the MENU dialog is displayed use the A buttons to highlight MAIN and press the gt button A menu will be displayed If the MENU dialog is not displayed the STACK menu will appear Use the A lt gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK The STACK menu will appear on screen GQ User s Manual gt OPTION menu continued on next page 32 Setting input ports using menu 5 4 Setting the menu Inputting image to Sub and Main separately continued 3 Use the A F buttons to highlight SUB INPUT SOURCE and press the gt button to display the SUB INPUT SOURCE dialog 4 Use the A V buttons to highlight FOLLOW MAIN UNIT and press the gt button to save the change f tecn mi 123 otPrevious D exit 5 Press the SOURCE button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the Main projector s control panel the MAIN INPUT SOURCE dialog is displayed on screen Use the A buttons to highlight the port which is connected to the signal cable and press the button to save the change NOTES If FOLLOW MAIN UNIT is selected selecting an input source for either the Main or Sub projector will cause the other projector to the same source automatically e If FOLLO
21. f and the Sub projector is operating In this case go to 5 3 Starting up Main projector EQ 30 29 Setting input ports using menu 5 3 Starting up the Main projector After completing section 5 2 Checking Main projector s operating status both projectors should be set to ALTERNATE mode and the Sub projector should be operating Since the Smart Stack settings can only be changed when the Main projector is operating this section explains how to switch from the Sub projector to the Main projector 1 Use the A lt gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK The STACK menu will appear on screen User s Manual OPTION menu 2 Check the ALTERNATE MODE setting in the menu If NORMAL is displayed both projectors will turn on alternately Therefore the Main projector will turn on when you restart the projectors 1 Press the STANDBY ON button on the remote control or Main projector s control panel to turn off the Sub projector 2 After the projector has cooled down press the STANDBY ON button to turn on the projectors again The Main projector will turn on If AUTO is displayed the projector with the least lamp usage is turned on Therefore the Main projector may not be turned on even if you restart the projectors Follow the procedures below to turn on the Main projector 1 Use the A button to highlight STACK MODE and press the b
22. his product in an Instant Stack application Instant Stack feature AWARNING P Do not allow the stacked projectors to fall e When stacking two projectors make sure the elevator feet and heel of the upper projector are inserted securely into the corresponding pockets of the lower projector G11 e When using two projectors in an Instant Stack application you can change the projection angle of the stacked projectors by adjusting the elevator feet of the lower projector E48 Prevent the stacked projectors from falling off or tipping over when adjusting the elevator feet e A maximum of two projectors can be stacked Do not stack three or more projectors Elevator feet e Stacked projectors which are using the stack pockets elevator feet and heel of the lower projector should never be installed in a place higher than the person s height e Do not install stacked projectors which are using the stack pockets elevator feet and heel of the lower projector in a ceiling mount application e Do not touch the stacked projectors unless otherwise instructed by this manual Do not hit the projectors with any type of object continued on next page Introduction 1 2 Important safety instructions continued NOTICE P Instant Stack allows you to stack two projectors or arrange them side by side easily Depending on the installation and surrounding environment images projected from both projectors may not superimpose perfectly
23. in Sub or off To enable Smart Stack select either MAIN or SUB Smart Stack starts when one projector is set to MAIN and the other is set to SUB in the STACK MODE dialog To disable Smart Stack select OFF 1 Highlight STACK MODE in the STACK menu with the A V buttons then press the button to C display the STACK MODE dialog gt ake 2 Use the A F buttons in the dialog to highlight MAIN SUB or OFF OFF Disables Smart Stack MAIN Sets the projector to Main that functions as a control tower SUB Sets the projector to Sub that functions as a follower 3 Press the lt button to return to the previous menu or press the gt button to save the change M23 STACK menu settings 3 3 Selecting the lamp operation mode Select the DUAL or ALTERNATE lamp operation mode 1 Highlight LAMP MODE in the STACK menu with the A V buttons then press the button to display the LAMP MODE dialog 2 Use the A F buttons in the dialog to highlight DUAL or ALTERNATE DUAL Turns on the projectors at the same time ALTERNATE Turns on the projectors alternately 3 Press the lt button to return to the previous menu or press the gt button to save the change 23 NOTES If DUAL is selected a menu to select MAIN or SUB appears on screen when a button on the projector s control panel or remote control is pressed Select the projector that you want to operate Refer to the examples below When the MENU button is pressed a menu
24. inued on next page 12 Installation 2 3 Installing the second projector Projector B Setting up Projector B continued 6 Use the A buttons to highlight STACK MODE and press the gt button to display the STACK MODE dialog Highlight MAIN with the 4 buttons and press the lt button to return to the previous menu 7 Use the A F buttons to highlight LAMP li MODE and press the gt button to display ASTE the LAMP MODE dialog CO Highlight DUAL with the 4 buttons and press the button After pressing the gt button a dialog to confirm whether or not to save the setting is displayed Press the gt button to save the change 23 al Installation 2 4 Confirming Main and Sub settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control for Main Projector B Main Projector B Sub Projector A 3 If you press the gt button the dialog closes and the Main Projector B menu will appear when MAIN is highlighted If you press the lt button the dialog closes and the menu will disappear NOTE If these dialogs do not display on screen check the RS232 connection 2111 and the MAIN or SUB setting in the STACK MODE dialog 013 Installation 2 5 Fine adjustment of the image position To superimpose the images of Main Projector B and Sub Projector A use CORNER CORRECTION to finely adjust the image size and position of Main Projector B For Smart Stack users 1 Press the
25. l it is recommended that you operate one projector with the remote control and the other with either the projec tor s control panel or a wired remote control Installation options Following are two options to install the projectors Instant Stack supports both options Option 1 Stack vertically Option 2 Arrange side by side This manual primarily describes vertically stacked projectors Option 1 If you wish to install two projectors side by side Option 2 refer to the descriptions in this manual Temporary terms for both projectors Projector B To help you better understand the stacking arrang ment of each projector these terms will be periodi cally used to reference the projectors Projector A bao placed underneath 6 2 Installation For safety reasons read 1 2 Important safety instructions EQ3 5 carefully before installation In addition review the following for proper use of Instant Stack e When using Smart Stack both projectors will respond to remote control signals until the STACK MODE on either projector is set to SUB During installation we recommend you operate one projector with the remote control and the other with the projector control panel or a wired remote control e Images from Projector A and Projector B may superimpose well initially but shift over time Re adjust the images as needed e f the volume level of the built in speakers is too high both projectors may resonate noise may occur a
26. ll be displayed 31 Setting input ports using menu Inputting an image from Main to Sub Video signal either component or video 1 N If the STACK menu is already displayed on the screen proceed to Step 3 below Otherwise press the MENU button on the remote control If the MENU dialog is displayed use the A V buttons to highlight MAIN and press the button A menu will be displayed If the MENU dialog is not displayed the STACK menu will appear Press the MENU button on the remote control or control panel on the Main projector Use the A V lt P buttons to open the COMPUTER IN dialog GQ User s Manual gt INPUT menu To input component signals to COMPUTER IN1 or IN2 set the port to AUTO Then use the A lt gt buttons to highlight EXIT and press the gt button to save the change To input video signals to COMPUTER IN1 or IN2 set the port to VIDEO If it is necessary to select a video format use the A lt P buttons to highlight RETURN and press the lt button to display the INPUT menu Otherwise use the A lt gt buttons to highlight EXIT and press the gt button to save the change Select VIDEO STANDARD in the INPUT Video Standard menu to display the VIDEO STANDARD dialog Select AUTO or an appropriate format for the video signal input Then use the A lt gt buttons to highlight EXIT and press the gt button to save the change NTSC Inputting an imag
27. n projector as needed e When the Sub projector is turned off according to the ALTERNATE MODE setting the Schedule function on the Sub projector to turn off its power will be performed without error 35 7 troubleshooting The following situations can be misinterpreted as a projector defect Review the following table before arranging for a repair Situation Description Page Reference The Main and or Sub projectors do not have power ms To use the Smart Stack feature supply AC in Quick Start power to both the Main and Sub projectors Guide If AC power is supplied to only one of the projectors Smart Stack is disabled The RS232 cable between the Main and Sub projectors is not properly connected To use the Smart Stack feature connect an RS232 cross cable between the Main and Sub projectors If the cable is not connected the Main projector cannot control the Sub projector The Smart Stack menu settings are not working correctly Check the STACK menu settings on the Main and Sub projectors To use the Smart Stack feature one projector must be set to Main and the other projector must be set to Sub Signal cables are not connected correctly Check the cable connections Also verify that 010 14 the cable connections match the port settings in the menu in User s Manual Ha Main ae The RS232 cable between the Main and ce oo Ors Sub projectors is not properly connected ii operating in Connect the RS
28. nd image quality may deteriorate In this case check the volume setting on both projectors Lower the volume until the symptoms disappear or arrange the projectors side by side If the image positions are shifted re adjust 2 1 Smart Stack Preparation When using Smart Stack via an RS232 connection you must set up both projec tors according to the following settings Otherwise the Smart Stack menu will not be available e POWER SAVING MODE in SETUP menu ENABLE EQ User s Manual SETUP menu e COMMUNICATION TYPE under COMMUNICATION in SERVICE menu OFF GQ User s Manual OPTION menu e STACK LOCK in SECURITY menu OFF When STACK LOCK is set to on menus related to Instant Stack cannot be operated Therefore it is necessary to set it to off during installation and menu settings 1 Use the A W lt b gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt SECURITY gt STACK LOCK STACK LOCK dialog will appear on screen EQ User s Manual SECURITY menu 2 Use the A buttons to highlight OFF and press the button to save the change Installation 2 2 Installing the first projector Projector A Preparing the elevator feet When stacking both projectors minimize the length of the elevator feet using the elevator buttons on Projec tor A and B Deciding on the installation position Decide the position of Projector A and its projection angle EQ Quick Start Guide Arrangement and Adjusting the projecto
29. ny of the projectors When an error occurs a full dialog will be displayed on screen The full dialog changes to a small dialog after about 20 seconds without any key activity While the small dialog is displayed press the lt button to display a full dialog again The numbers 1 and 2 above the projector icons pi i represent the Main and Sub projectors respectively BE Refer to the on screen messages as shown below Full dialog and take the necessary actions to resolve the d a problem ri Example Small dialog Cover Error The lamp cover is open Lamp Error The lamp will not light up Fan Error The cooling fan stopped functioning Temp Error The projector s internal temperature is too high On Air Flow Error The projector s internal dh amp E ds 3 temperature is too high verify that the exhaust vents are unblocked cb p Exit Filter Error The filter timer exceeds the hours set in the FILTER MESSAGE menu Be mmeo o O GQUser s Manual OPTION menu gt SERVICE Cold Error The ambient temperature is too bla oe low continued on next page 95 STACK menu settings 3 7 Important information for Smart Stack continued e If you need to turn a projector off to fix an issue turn off both projectors so that Smart Stack can be re started properly e f both projectors have their PIN LOCK or TRANSITION DETECTOR security functions set to ON both projectors will turn on Enter the Main
30. of Projector B and the top of Projector A 2 Reset the adjustment of KEYSTONE and CORNER CORRECTION on Pro jector B GQUser s Manual BASIC MENU or SETUP menu NOTES KEYSTONE cannot be operated when CORNER CORRECTION is in use To reset both functions reset CORNER CORRECTION first e Choose CEILING and REAR settings first if needed as they may affect the image position User s Manual SETUP menu 3 Adjust Projector B s image size and position using the ZOOM ring VERTICAL and HORIZONTAL adjusters and FOCUS ring until the images superimpose well NOTES Adjusting the image size and position afterwards with features such as KEYSTONE and CORNER CORRECTION does not increase the image size Therefore it is important that both images completely overlap e When controlling Projector B with the remote control Projector A may also respond to the remote control We recommend you control Projector B with its control panel e When both projectors are arranged side by side adjust Projector B s image to superimpose onto the image of Projector A e If you are using Simple Stack go to For Simple Stack users 16 4 Display the menu with the MENU button GQUser s Manual Using the menu function 5 Use the A lt gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK The STACK menu will appear on screen MUser s Manual OPTION menu cont
31. on is used press the SOURCE button on the remote control or the control panel s SOURCE bution to select the port to which the cable is connected To set up MONITOR OUT DEFAULT refer to SETUP menu in User s Manual If Smart Stack with the RS232 connection is used all settings or modifications related to Smart Stack menu operations must be performed on the Main projector The Main projector functions according to the Smart Stack input settings 5 2 Checking the Main projector s operating status For Smart Stack all settings or modifications related to menu operations must be performed on the Main projector Before operating the Smart Stack menu verify that the Main projector is functioning 1 2 o Press the remote controls MENU button If the MENU dialog as shown on the right appears on the screen both projectors are operating in DUAL mode and the Main projector is operating Go to 5 4 Setting the menu 3D If the dialog does not appear LAMP MODE is set to ALTERNATE and one of the projectors is operating but not both Use the A lt gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK STACK menu will appear on screen User s Manual gt OPTION menu Check the STACK MODE setting in the STACK menu If MAIN is displayed the Main projector is operating In this case go to 5 4 Setting the menu 231 If SUB is displayed the Main projector is turned of
32. open the fe YO RULED LINES dialog then select STACK on the dialog EQUser s Manual gt SCREEN sas menu 3 Press the MENU button on Projector B s con trol panel to display the menu 4 Use the A V lt gt buttons to select CORNER CORRECTION from BASIC MENU or the SETUP menu of ADVANCED MENU User s Manual BASIC MENU or SETUP menu The CORNER CORRECTION dialog appears on screen 5 Using CORNER CORRECTION on Projector B adjust Projector B s image size and posi tion to superimpose onto the Projector A s a E image This is the recommended adjustment CORNER CORRECTION dialog method on STACK of RULED LINES 1 Roughly adjust the four corners in the following order Top left Top right Bottom right Bottom left 2 Finely adjust the four corners in the same order as listed above in Step 1 STACK of RULED LINES NOTES for all users For details on CORNER CORRECTION refer to CORNER CORRECTION of BASIC MENU or SETUP menu in the User s Manual e When arranging the projectors side by side Option 2 it is necessary to adjust the image position of one projector in accordance with the other projector as explained above e Use a flat screen If a curved or skewed screen is used it is very difficult to align the two images even if you use the CORNER CORRECTION pin barrel adjustment e Even after finely adjusting the images from both projectors it may not be po
33. projector turns on and the Main projector POWER indicator will become red either solid or blinking 20 STACK menu settings 3 4 Selecting the lamp switching mode The following setting is necessary only when ALTERNATE is selected in the LAMP MODE dialog 19 Select the AUTO or NORMAL lamp switching mode when using ALTERNATE 1 Highlight ALTERNATE MODE in the STACK menu with the A buttons then press the gt button to display the ALTERNATE MODE dialog Use the A buttons in the dialog to highlight AUTO or NORMAL AUTO Turns on the projector with the least lamp usage NORMAL Turns on the projector that was not used the previous time N 3 Press the lt button to return to the previous menu or press the gt button to save the change 23 NOTES The ALTERNATE MODE dialog can be operated on the Main projector when ALTERNATE is selected in the LAMP MODE dialog e To maintain the quality and reliability of both projectors the projector with the most lamp usage can turn on even if AUTO is selected 21 STACK menu settings 3 5 Selecting Sub input source 1 Highlight SUB INPUT SOURCE in the STACK menu with the A buttons then press the gt button to display the SUB INPUT SOURCE dialog 2 Use the A F buttons in the dialog to highlight FOLLOW MAIN UNIT or FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 FOLLOW MAIN UNIT Causes the Sub projector to display the same source as the Main projector FIXED COMPUTER IN 1 Sets the
34. r s elevator NOTE Set the tilt angle of Projector A to within 12 degrees from the level line e Follow these recommendations when installing Set the VERTICAL adjuster to its upper most position Do not set the ZOOM ring to its widest position Set the HORIZONTAL adjuster near its center position Installation Setting up Projector A 1 Turn on Projector A 2 Use the VERTICAL adjuster to set the lens to its upper most position NOTES If the lens is not at its upper most position Projector B s image may not superimpose well onto Projector A s image Choose CEILING and REAR settings first as needed as it may change the image position User s Manual SETUP menu e Set the HORIZONTAL adjuster near its center position 3 Adjust the Projector A image to fit the screen using the VERTICAL and HORIZONTAL adjusters and the ZOOM and FOCUS rings EQ Quick Start Guide Displaying the picture Adjust the image position using KEYSTONE and CORNER CORRECTION as needed GQ User s Manual gt BASIC MENU or SETUP menu NOTES Do not adjust the ZOOM ring to its widest position otherwise Projector B s image may not superimpose well onto Projector A s image Adjusting Projector B s image position electronically does not increase its image size Use the ZOOM ring to adjust Projector B s image size slightly larger than Projector A s e KEYSTONE cannot be operated when CORNER CORRECTION is in use To adjus
35. s Manual Setting up and Connection to the ports GQRS232 Command and Control Manual 4 1 Connecting an RS232 cable If you are using Smart Stack connect an RS232 cross cable between the RS232 ports on the Main and Sub projectors GQ11 If you are using Simple Stack an RS232 connection is not required NOTE If the RS232 cable connecting both projectors operating in Smart Stack is disconnected the projectors will exit Smart Stack and begin operating separately Smart Stack will not restart when the cable is reconnected To restart Smart Stack follow the procedures below 1 Do not operate the projectors for more than 10 seconds after disconnecting the cable to allow the projectors to recognize the disconnection of the cable 2 Turn off both projectors and allow them to cool sufficiently 3 Reconnect both projectors with the RS232 cable and turn them on again Smart Stack will restart 27 Connecting cables 4 2 Connecting signal cables There are two methods to input the image to the Sub projector EQ22 23 Input the image from the MONITOR OUT port on Main to Sub Input the image to Sub and Main separately Input the image from Main to Sub 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT port on Main Se oe to the COMPUTER IN1 port on Sub witha m Ooi computer cable a Q QO9 2 Connect the image output device to one of in ni i i the input ports on Main mnn
36. ssible to completely superimpose the images depending on the input signals In this case try the following methods Press the AUTO IMAGE button on the remote control or perform AUTO IMAGE GQUser s Manual IMAGE menu on both projectors Adjust HORIZONTAL POSITION and VERTICAL POSITION MUser s Manual IMAGE menu on both projectors Check the RESOLUTION setting in the INPUT menu of both projectors and make certain that both the Main and Sub projector settings match LA User s Manual INPUT menu 16 3 STACK menu settings Set the Smart Stack operation using the STACK menu NOTES If you are using Simple Stack without RS232 connection skip this OTTO O ap 3 O g Tanto GOP ATO 7 Important information for Smart Stack carefully R24 3 1 Displaying STACK menu Use the A gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK STACK menu will appear on screen User s Manual OPTION menu The setting for Smart Stack operation starts from this menu NOTE Check that the following settings are made on both projectors Otherwise STACK menu on the projectors cannot be operated 07 POWER SAVING MODE in SETUP menu ENABLE GQ User s Manual SETUP menu COMMUNICATION TYPE under COMMUNICATION in SERVICE menu OFF GQ User s Manual OPTION menu STACK LOCK in SECURITY menu OFF M7 STACK menu settings 3 2 Selecting Ma
37. t be set to Main and the other set to Sub e When stacking both projectors the control panel of the projector at the bottom of the stack cannot be operated Therefore it is strongly recommended that the lower projector is set Sub and the projector on top is set to Main e All buttons except the STANDBY ON button on the Sub projector s control panel are disabled Operate the projectors with the Main projector s control panel or the remote control e Pressing the Sub projector s STANDBY ON button does not allow you to turn off only the Sub projector Both the Main and Sub projectors will turn off when the button is pressed for more than 3 seconds Pressing the button also will not turn on either the Main or Sub projectors e The Main projector is capable of receiving remote control signals not the Sub projector so point the remote control at the Main projector e If a wired remote control is used connect the cable to the Main projector instead of the Sub projector e For simple PC mouse and keyboard functions connect both the Main and Sub projectors to your computer with USB cables User s Manual Using as a simple PC mouse and keyboard e AUTO SOURCE is disabled when the projector is used in a Smart Stack e Network communication and Web Control directly to the Sub projector cannot be used to turn on the Sub projector The Sub projector can only be controlled through the Main projector e The Sub projector s remote control functions via
38. t the image using both KEYSTONE and CORNER CORRECTION adjust KEYSTONE first e If you are using a Simple Stack go to 2 3 Installation of the second projector Projector B 11 4 Display the menu with the MENU button GQUser s Manual gt Using the menu function 5 Use the A lt gt buttons to go into the following menu ADVANCED MENU gt OPTION gt SERVICE gt COMMUNICATION gt STACK The STACK menu will appear on screen GQ User s Manual OPTION menu continued on next page Installation 2 2 Installing the first projector Projector A Setting up Projector A continued 6 Use the A V buttons to highlight STACK MODE and press the gt button to display the STACK MODE dialog Highlight SUB pressing the A buttons and press the gt button 7 After pressing the gt button a dialog will ap pear asking you to confirm the settings Press the button to save the settings 23 Are you sure you wish to change stack setting Ox Osc Installation 2 3 Installing the second projector Projector B Stacking the projectors 1 Place Projector B on Projector A when stacking both projectors Make sure the heel on the bottom of Projector B is inserted into the corresponding pock et on the top of Projector A 2 With Projector B placed on Pro jector A push Projector B s elevator feet to extend the eleva tor feet without lifting Projector B Make sure the elevator feet re
39. utton to display the STACK MODE dialog 2 Use the A button to highlight OFF and then press the gt button to save the change G23 3 Repeat the above procedures to display the STACK MODE dialog again 4 Use the A button to highlight SUB and then press the gt button to save the change 423 5 After exiting the menu wait for 10 seconds or more 6 Press the STANDBY ON button on the remote control or Main projector s control panel the Sub projector will turn off 7 After the projector has cooled down press the STANDBY ON button to turn on the projectors again The Main projector will turn on even if LAMP MODE has been set to AUTO 3 You can change the settings for Smart Stack now that the Main projector is operating Go to 5 4 Setting the menu 431 NOTE If the Main projector cannot be turned on due to an error or other issues the Sub projector will turn on even if you follow the procedures above Take the necessary actions to fix the Main projector and then change the settings for Smart Stack Setting input ports using menu 5 4 Setting the Source Inputs If Smart Stack is used with an RS232 connection review the following When inputting image signals to Sub via Main the operations differ depending on whether computer signals or video signals e g component S video composite are being used Inputting an image from Main to Sub Computer signal 1 If the STACK menu is already displayed
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