Sim2 Multimedia HT300 Link Home Theater System User Manual
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1. 1 Projection lens 9 2 Lens shift knob 10 3 Cooling air inlet vents 11 4 Remote control IR sensor 12 5 Cooling air outlet vents 13 6 Adjustable carry handle 14 7 Adjustable levelling feet 15 8 Ceiling wall bracket fixing holes Fiber Optic cable connections Main power switch Remote control rear IR sensor Green LED Red LED Rear keyboard pad Fused power socket ON OFF switch Power connection Outputs for motorized screens Inputs Fiber Optic cable connections OD Read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future consultation This manual contains important information on how to install and use this equipment correctly Before using the equipment read the safety prescriptions and instructions carefully Keep the manual for future consultation Do not touch internal parts of the units The units contain electrical parts carrying high voltages and operating at high temperatures Do not remove the cover from the units refer to qualified service personnel for all repair and maintenance requirements The warranty will be automatically invalidated if the cover is removed from the units Power supply disconnect device The device for disconnecting the units from the mains power supply is constituted by the power cable plug Ensure that the power cable plugs and the electrical mains socket outlets are easily acces2. COMP RGB YCrCb 9 GRAPHICS RGB 10 GRAPHICS RGB 11 DVI D RGB 11 DVI D YCrCb 12 HDMI making a total of 75 different available Memories The image parameters that can be saved recalled by the Memo ries management system are the following Image Picture BRIGHTNESS ASPECT CONTRAST COLOR TEMP GAIN R G B COLOR COLOR TEMP GAIN OFFSET R G B TINT COLOR TEMP SHARPNESS OVERSCAN FILTER GAMMA SHARPNESS MODE VIDEO TYPE NOISE REDUCTION 24 Some of these parameters may not be available for certain in puts or certain input signals as indicated in Tables 4 and 5 The menu page for the Memories management functions is activated by pressing the key on the remote control or the lt key on the keypad Fig 28 Fig 28 The operations that can be performed on each memory se lected are described here below SAVE A MEMORY To save the current values of the image parameters in Memory 1 use the and keys to move to line 1 and then open the pull down menu by pressing the lt key Fig 29 Then select the option Save current settings To confirm that the operation has been completed successfully the message Current set tings saved in Memory 1 is displayed at the bottom of the screen and the letter S appears to the left of the memory name The same procedure is used to save parameters in Memories 2 and 3 Memories 0 Auto Save current settings gt 2 lt l Save initial sett
3. Y C Delay SETUP The setup menu contains less frequently used adjustments that may be required during installation e g On Screen Display language selection or the display of Test Patterns ORIENTATION Select the option that best describes the installation i e desktop front ceiling front desktop rear and ceiling rear Fig 21 HORIZONTAL VERTICAL KEYSTONE To obtain maximum quality of the projected image we recommend the installation of the projector on a level platform parallel and central to the screen Adjust the feet underneath to obtain a level position lining up the base of the projected image to the base of the projection screen Fig 22 Fig 22 If the projected images needs to be centred horizontally the manual lens shift adjustment allows the projected image to be moved vertically up or down in relation to the centre of the screen the maximum adjustment being equal to half the height of the image in either direction Fig 23 Fig 23 Inthe event you are unable to centre the image within the screen area tilt the projector until the image is correctly positioned Any keystone error can be removed by the Keystone adjustment in the Set up menu The keystone adjustement helps to compensate possible horizontal tilts of the projector sim2 Grand Cinema 300 LINK LENS The Zoom adjustment impacts on the motorized zoom lens allowing to increase or decrease the dim
4. DCDi d Zm DLP and DMD are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE DCDi is a registered trademark of Faroudja a division of Genesis Microchip Inc DigiOptic is a registered trademark of SIM 2 HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC sim2 Gaard Citra Eii 300 LINK 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect the power supply cable on the rear panel before removing the top cover of the projector Refer to trained authorised personnel for technical assistance N This symbol indicates the possible electric shock hazard associated with uninsulated live components in the interior of the unit CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates the presence of important instructions regarding use and maintenance of the product AN The HT300 LINK system consists of two parts connected by a fibre optic cable the DigiOptic Image Processor and the Projector In this manual references to the unit refer to one of the two units that make up the system Prior to switching on the projector please read each chapter of this manual carefully as this manual provides basic instructions for using the projector The installation of the lamp assembly preliminary adjustments and procedures that n
5. Although other types of signals are preferable since they allow better picture quality this is still the most common type of output and nearly all television receivers video recorders DVD players video cameras etc are equipped with CVBS outputs S VIDEO E These inputs should be connected to S Video signal means of a cable with 4 pin mini DIN type connector The corresponding output on the source can be identified by the wording S VIDEO or Y C Almost as widespread as Composite Video S VIDEO is preferable because it offers a clearer and sharper picture COMPONENT RGBS ado These inputs are composed of three sets of 5 RCA connectors 5 6 7 and a set of 5 BNC connectors 8 Each set of connectors is suitable for RGB and Component signals RGB signals can have the following synchronisations composite sync on the green signal RGsB H V Composite Sync or separate H V Sync 10 Connect the R G B outputs of the source to the respective R G B inputs of the DigiOptic Image Processor paying attention not to invert the positions and any synchronisation signals to the HV input or the H and V inputs When connecting the three sets of RCA connectors use the colours as a guide connector R is red G is green B is blue H HV is white and V is black By using a suitable SCART to RCA or BNC connector adapter cable an RGB video signal from a source equipped with an SCART connector can be connected
6. Transport IEC 68 2 31 IEC 68 2 32 LINK CABLE Composition three 50 125 multimode optical fibre cables Connectors LC type Length 20 0 0 2 Diameter 5mm max Tensile strength 1200N Type Approval UL OFNP traction applied on outer cable not on fibre cores or connectors 29 SIM2 Gaard Cinema 300 LINK B DIMENSIONS PROJECTOR 352 13 7 8 74 2 15 16 SN 318 12 1 2 unit mm inches DIGIOPTIC M IMAGE PROCESSOR KE 289 11 38 440 17 32 unit mm inches 30 sim2 Grand Cinema EN LINK PROJECTION DISTANCES Follow the table below to determine the optimal projection distance L between the screen and the center of the lens fFig 30a This will help you to obtain the desired screen size The manual lens shift adjustments allows the projected image to be moved vertically up or down in relation to the centre of the screen Fig 30b If the distance H between the centre of the screen and the centre of the lens exceed Hmax it is necessary to tilt the projector and use the digital keystone to correct the image projected Fig 30a ee Fig 30b Screen size Min projection distance diagonal min L H max ft in Se Leg ve Sg T T s io id 31 SIM2 Grand Cinema LINK Screen Screen size width Min projection distance Max projection distance di
7. INSTALLATION B gt Positioning the two units gt Connecting the two units gt Connecting the video sources N 5 SWITCHING ON OFF gt Switching on from Stand by 6 7 REMOTE CONTROL 8 ON SCREEN MENU gt Inputs gt Main Menu gt Picture 6 o IN N 13 15 gt Image gt Set up gt Menu gt Memories gt Info gt Quick menus gt Messages 9 MAINTENANCE 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 11 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION gt Technical specification gt Dimensions gt C Projection distances gt D On screen menu layout Multimedia SIM2 Multimedia spa e Viale Lino Zanussi 11 33170 Pordenone ITALY Phone 39 434 383 253 256 Fax 39 434 383260 261 www sim2 com e e mail info sim2 it SIM2 USA Inc 10108 USA Today Way e 33025 Miramar FL USA Phone 1 954 4422999 e Fax 1 954 4422998 www sim2usa com e e mail sales sim2usa com SIM2 Deutschland GmbH e Gewerbepark 17 D 35606 Solms Phone 0800 800 7462 e Fax 0800 900 7462 www sim2 com e e mail info de sim2 it SIM2 UK LTD e Steinway House Worth Farm Little Horsted Nr Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5TT Phone 44 01825 750850 e Fax 44 01825 750851 www sim2 co uk e e mail kate buckle sim2 co uk SIM2 Multimedia is certified s EEN v UNI EN 180 9001 Due to the constant product development specifications and design might
8. Input Output 3 channel fibre optic link Control Remote control via RS232 from PC home automation devices from 15 to 80 kHz up to UXGA 60 Hz 48 100 Hz Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency Video standards N 60 SECAM NTSC 3 58 and 4 43 ATSC 480 720p 1080i 1080 VGA SVGA XGA SXGA UXGA High definition video Graphic standards automatically selected PAL G H M LINK siM2 Gaard Guss Faroudja chipset 3 2 pull down sequence conversion from 5000 to 9300 K three presets and one user settable infrared remote control RS232 serial DB9 connector female 2 12 V jack outputs 1 active with system powered on 1 active with 16 9 aspect ratio selected Deinterlacer Colour temperature Control Outputs 1 Optical S PDIF audio output Toslink connector GENERAL EU UK and US length 2 m 100 to 240 VAC tolerance 10 frequency from 48 to 62 Hz Power supply cable Power supply Peak current 30 A max Consumption 30W max Dimensions 483 x 55 x 200 mm WxHxD compatible with 19 rack Weight approx 2 5kg Operating Temperature 10 to 35 C Transportation temperature 15 to 55 C Storage temperature 15 to 55 C Humidity 20 to 95 non condensing Safety EN 60950 UL 60950 Transportability desktop equipment Electromagnetic compatibility EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 EN 61000 3 3
9. is projected in the centre of the screen and if its horizontal and or vertical dimensions are smaller than the display it is bounded by vertical and or horizontal black bands USER 1 2 3 When none of the preset formulas are suitable the User formulas are available with the facility for continuous 300 LINK siM2 Gaand Guss horizontal and vertical adjustment of picture size SCREEN CONTROL If an appropriate screen masking interface is connected to the 12V output socket it is possible for each aspect chosen to re frame the screen to a variety of aspect ratios and screen sizes please refer to the screen manufacturers manual COLOR TEMPERATURE Changes the colour balance of the image Colours can be adjusted towards the red end of the spectrum low colour temperature values expressed in degrees Kelvin or the blue end high values Colour temperature can be selected with three preset values HIGH corresponding to approx 9000 degrees Kelvin MEDIUM approx 8000 degrees Kelvin LOW approx 6500 degrees Kelvin and one PERSONAL setting controlled by the user with separate adjustments for RED GREEN and BLUE In the personale color adjustment for all three colors it is possible to set an Offset value and Gain The Offset adjustments have an impact of the low IRE values while the Gain adjustments impact of the higher IRE values Generally the HIGH value is more suitable for displaying graphic images MEDIUM and LOW f
10. to 62 Hz 180 W max T 3 15A H 5 x 20 352 mm x 174 mm x 318 mm LxHxD 13 7 8 x 6 7 8 x 12 1 2 LxHxD 5 0 kg 11 Ibs 510 mm x 440 mm x 450 mm LxHxD 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F 10 to 55 14 to 131 F 10 to 55 C 14 to 131 F 10 to 90 relative humidity non condensing EN 60950 UL 60950 desktop equipment EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 EN 61000 3 3 IEC 68 2 31 IEC 68 2 32 DIGIOPTIC IMAGE PROCESSOR ELECTRICAL Input signals 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO CVBS RCA type connectors gold plated 1 0 V 75 Q negative synchronisation 2 S VIDEO Y C 4 pin mini DIN connectors NG 1 0 V 75 negative synchronisation C 0 286 V 75 NTSC nominal burst level 0 3 V 75 PAL SECAM nominal burst level e 4 COMPONENTS Y Cr Cb H V RGBHV 3 sets of 5 RCA connectors gold plated 1 set of 5 BNC type connectors gold plated Components signal Y 1 0 V 75 negative or 3 level synchronisation HDTV Cr Cb 0 7 Vp 75 Q RGB signal RB 07 V 75Q G 0 7 V 75 separate H V Sync or H V Sync 1 0 V 75 negative or 3 level synchronisation HDTV H V positive or negative TTL 0 3 5 Vol 1 kQ e 2 RGBHV analogue RGB female DB15HD connectors RB 07V 75Q G 071 759 separate Sync or HAN Sync 1 0 V 75 negative or 3 level synchronisation HDTV H V positive or negative TTL 0 3 5 Vl 1kQ 1 DVI digital RGB DVI D female connector HDMI
11. to this input Component signals are connected to inputs Y Cr and Cb taking care to observe the correspondence with the outputs on the source Since the latter can be labelled in various ways refer to Table 1 to establish the correspondence between the various signals The connector colours can also be of help as shown in the table Input 5 is dedicated for RGB and YCrCb signals up to 32 KHz only In fact in order to guarantee a high image quality even with not so accurate sources the input signal is elaborated by specific circuit boards in the DigiOptic Image Processor The video signal suitable for inputs 6 7 8 can have a scan frequency of 15KHz standard video resolution or 32KHz or more progressive scan video high definition video Some sources provide the facility to choose between a progressive signal or an interlaced signal Although in general a progressive signal is higher quality than an interlaced signal it is often preferable to perform the deinterlacing operation on the HT300 LINK system rather than on the source because the HT300 LINK system is equipped with Faroudja s sophisticated directional correlation deinterlacing technology DCDi Progressive signals usually provide better quality than interlaced signals but if the source features both progressive and deinterlaced signal outputs it is good practice to compare the quality of the pictures reproduced by the HT300 LINK system in the two cases deinterlacing pe
12. DVD player Video camera Video camera Motorized Game console Screen Television receiver from Aerial Satellite or Digital able Analogue or Digita DVD player i Fig 12 Video recorder Video camera Game console 5 SWITCHING ON AND OFF The HT300 system consists of the Projector and the DigiOptic Image Processor which is also the system control centre The DigiOptic Image Processor sends commands to the Projector and receives operating status information from the Projector and function commands from the user The system can be controlled from either the remote control via the infrared sensors on the DigiOptic Image Processor and the Projector or the keypad located on the rear of the Projector The two units have separate power supplies however after connecting the unit to the electrical mains supply 1 Set the two power switches to I the DigiOptic Image Processor power switch is located on the external power supply unit Fig 13c while the Projector switch is on the rear panel Fig 13a 2 Turn on the DigiOptic Image Processor by pressing the button on the front panel Fig 13b Fig 13b After a few seconds system initialisation interval the DigiOptic Image Processor and the Projector assume stand by mode System status information is provided by two LEDs green and blue on the front panel of the DigiOptic Image Processor a blue and green LEDS on the rear of the Pr
13. NK Disconnect the apparatus from the mains power supply in the event of electrical storms and when not in use To avoid damage that could be caused by lightning striking in the vicinity of your home disconnect the units in the event of electrical storms or when the system will remain unused for prolonged periods Avoid contact with liquids and exposure to humidity Do not use the units near water sinks tanks do not place objects containing liquids on top of or near the units and do not expose them to rain humidity dripping water or spray do not use water or liquid detergents to clean the units Prevent the units from overheating Do not obstruct ventilation openings Do not place the units near heat sources such as heaters radiators or other devices that generate heat including amplifiers Do not position the units in confined poorly ventilated places bookcase shelves 3 UNPACKING Do not expose the eyes to the intense light emitted by the lamp Never look directly at the lamp through the ventilation opening when the unit is switched on Risk of eyesight impairment Ensure also that children do not look directly at the lamp Position the unit on a stable surface To avoid serious injury to persons and damage to property make sure the units are placed on a level flat and stable surface from which they cannot fall tip over or slide Pay special attention if the units are placed on a troll
14. SIM2 Grand Bil User and Installation Manual The home theater projector HT300 LINK BACK LIGHT Turn on the back light 2005 LIGHT SOURCE Displays the Source Selection menu Not active in this model MENU Activates the On Screen Display menus Navigates menu pages FREEZE Freezes a moving picture 1 Select lens zoom adjustment F2 Select focus lens adjustment AUTO Selects Auto Adjust automatic optimisation of the displayed image STAND BY Switches off to stand by 0 9 Keys Switch on from stand by and allow direct source selection ESCAPE Deactivates the On Screen Display Up Down Left Right Arrow keys Navigate through and make adjustments to the On Screen menus Arrow Up Down activate Quick menus MENU Activates the On Screen Display menus Navigates menu pages MEMORIES Activates Memories menu INFO Displays the selected source information and the projector status VCR Improves the video recorder signals quality ASPECT Selects image Aspect ratio sim2 Gaard Cinema 300 LINK 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of the SIM2 Grand Cinema HT300 LINK system SIM2 Gaard Cinema The HT300 LINK system combines the signal proc
15. TION PROJECTOR OPTICAL Projection system DMD panel Brightness uniformity Contrast ratio Projection lens Aperture f Picture size Aspect ratio Throw ratio throw distance picture width Focus range Throw Distance Keystone adjustement Lamp Lamp life time ELECTRICAL Input Output Control 28 optical engine based on 1 DMD HD2 chip sealed housing dusty proof resolution 1280x720 pixel 10 above or below the average gt 2800 1 full On full Off zoom 12 elements AR multilayer coating motorized focus and zoom manual elevation 2 7 zoom max 3 3 zoom min 50 250 inches diagonal measure 4 3 and 16 9 1 8 1 2 5 1 2 2 13 0 m 7 3 42 8 60 2 4m 3 3m 7 11 10 10 80 3 2m 4 4m 10 6 14 5 100 4 0m 5 5m 13 2 18 1 up to 26 optical 8 digital 18 120 W 8000 hours average value measured in the laboratory under optimal con ditions it can be sensibly reduced by the unit misusing 3 channel fibre optic link Panel keypad remote control GENERAL Supply Frequency Consumption Fuse Dimensions of projector Weight of projector Packaging and ENVIROMENTAL Operation temperature Transportation temp Storage temperature Humidity Safety Transportability Electromagnetic compatibility Transportation from 120 to 240 Vac 10 6 tolerance from 48
16. TSC IMAGE This menu features adjustments relating to picture position aspect ratio etc ASPECT This adjustment allows you to change the dimensions and aspect ratio relationship between width and height of the displayed image There are five preset aspects available and three personalised aspects with user settable parameters You can select a different aspect for each source the selected aspect ratio will be automatically called the next time the rela tive source is called You can also select the required aspect ratio by repeatedly pressing the 4mm key or by pressing aa and a numerical key 1 8 The following aspects are available NORMAL projects the image occupying the full height of the screen while maintaining the aspect ratio of the input signal When the input signal aspect ratio is 4 3 black vertical bands are displayed on the right and left of the picture ANAMORPHIC allows 16 9 picture to be displayed correctly LETTERBOX serves to display 4 3 letterbox image with source signal having black bands above and below the picture so that it fills the 16 9 screen and maintains the correct aspect ratio PANORAMIC this aspect stretches the 4 3 image slightly cropping the upper and lower parts Panoramic is ideal for displaying a 4 3 image on the 16 9 screen of the Display PIXEL TO PIXEL this aspect displays the image as it is input without adapting it to the screen The image
17. agonal min L H max in in ft in ft in 9 M de N 32 siM2 Grand Cinema 300 LINK D ON SCREEN MENU LAYOUT Picture Video S Video NTSC YCrCb15kHz RGBS 15kHz Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Filter Cinema Mode Video Type Noise reduction Es Image Video S Video Aspect Color Temperature Gamma Correction Overscan Position Y C Delay Normal Anamorphic Letterbox Panoramic Pixel to Pixel User 1 User 2 User 3 RGBS RGB Grafico DVI D HDMITM Video S Video PAL Brightness Contrast Sharpness Sharpness Mode Brightness Contrast Color Sharpness Filter Cinema Mode Video Type Noise reduction m Not active Auto Manual Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Sharpness Mode m ipia Value Flesh tone correction On Off Flesh tone correction m On s Off YCrCb YCrCb 15kHz RGB RGBS 15kHz RGB Grafico Aspect Color Temperature Gamma Correction Overscan Position Frequency Phase Aspect Color Temperature Gamma Correction Overscan Aspect Color Temperature Gamma Correction Overscan Position Gamma Correction Film Video Graphics Color Temperature High Medium Low User Red Offset Horizontal Green Offset Vertical Screen control Blue Offset Red Gain Green Ga
18. be subject to change without notice
19. e effective at the moment the Memo ries menu was accessed by selecting 0 AUTO However this operation must be completed before the Memories menu page disappears 30 seconds after the last operation commanded from the remote control or the keypad The next time it ap pears the temporary memory will contain new information that takes into account any Memories selected the penultimate time the Memories page was accessed Memory AUTO can be used even when you do not wish to enable the Memories management function for the signal currently in use Once Memory has been selected when a source is chosen the settings that were effective at the time the Memory was previously recalled will be automatically applied INFO Displays the current status of the projector and information concerning the projected video graphic signal This function is displayed on pressing 1 on the remote control or in the absence of the On Screen Display the key on the remote control 300 LINK si M2 Grand Cinema QUICK MENUS The quick menus provide access to the main adjustments that affect image quality without calling the main On Screen menus BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOUR TINT SHARPNESS and FILTER adjustments appear at the bottom of the screen one after the other when the and keys are pressed v MESSAGES The following messages may appear during operation of the System The system does not recognise any signal a
20. e quality in accordance with an ample choice of aspect ratios including several definable by the user All image adjustments can be performed with the remote control with the aid of the On Screen Display alternatively the unit can be controlled by from a home automation system through the serial port The Projector produces an image using the very latest Texas Instruments DLP technology 1280x720 pixel DMD HD2 panel with 12 technology a proprietary dust sealed optical System a new six segment colour wheel The two units are connected via a three core fibre optic cable for transmission of the digital signal from the DigiOptic Image Processor to the Projector and control signals in both directions Transmission occurs without interference or attenuation over distances of up to 500 m Moreover the flexibility and small size of the cable allow the maximum freedom when installing the system in your home SIM2 carries out comprehensive functional testing in order to guarantee the maximum product quality For this reason when you start using the product lamp operating hours may already be at between 30 and 60 In addition to the regular tests the Quality Control department performs additional statistical tests at the time of shipment In this case the packing may show signs of having been opened and the accumulated lamp operating hours may be slightly higher than the hours associ ated with the standard tests
21. e red contents of the picture increasing the value will boost the green tones For this adjustment use skin tones or a test pattern image with colour bars as a reference SHARPNESS Use this adjustment to increase and decrease the level of picture detail When the sharpness value is reduced the image details appear less pronounced while increasing the value raises image definition making the outline of objects sharper Note that an excessively high value may result in a noisy picture and the edges of objects may be unnaturally defined SHARPNESS MODE This allows you to select the type of processing associated with sharpness adjustment In the case of a progressive or interlaced video signal VIDEO mode is advisable with PC graphic signals use GRAPHIC MODE FILTER This allows you to select the mode in which the input signal is processed Selecting the most appropriate value for a given input signal ensures the best horizontal and vertical definition and makes the picture sharper CINEMA MODE In AUTO the deinterlacer recognises if the video signal source is a movie film obtained from a Telecine device with 3 2 or 2 2 pull down and applies a deinterlace algorithm optimised for this type of signal If the video signal source is not identified as a film or if you select NO the deinterlacer applies a Motion compensated algorithm optimised for video camera signals VIDEO TYPE Activates a filter to improve stability of pictu
22. e remote control and when no other menu is displayed using the and v keys on the keypad To select an input scroll the ist with the and V keys until the desired input is highlighted then press gt isplay of the input selection menu is terminated by pressing the ESC key or when the time allowed for displaying the on screen menu has lapsed set in the Set up Menu nput 5 can accept RGB and YCrCb signals with a scan frequency up to 32Khz nputs 6 7 and 8 can receive RGB and YCrCb signals at 15 kHz 32 kHz or higher The association between the input and the type of signal is made from the pull down menu that appears on the right of the symbol after pressing the key Fig 18b U Inputs 1 VIDEO 1 1 gt 2 VIDEO 2 2 gt 3 S VIDEO 3 3 gt 4 S VIDEO 4 4 gt 5 COMP RGB 5 5 lt YCrCb 32kHz gt 7 COMP RGB 7 7 YCrCb 3 8 8 8 lt YCrOb 15kHz gt 9 GRAPH RGB 9 9 gt 10 GRAPH RGB 10 10 gt 11 DVLD 11 11 YCrCb gt 12 HDMI 12 12 Fig 18 Inputs 1 VIDEO 1 2 VIDEO 2 2 gt 3 S VIDEO 3 3 gt 4 S VIDEO 4 4 5 COMP RGB 5 5 lt YCrCb 32kHz gt m RGBS 15kHz T COMP RGB 7 m RGBS 8 COMP RGB 8 m YCrCb 15kHz 9 GRAPH RGB 9 m YCrCb 10 GRAPH RGB 10 10 11 DVLD 11 11 YCrCb gt 12 HDMI12 12 Fig 18b 16 Input 11 is capable of receiving YCrCb or RGB signals coming from DVI D sources The selection should be made from the drop menu following the
23. ecessitate the removal of the top cover must be carried out by authorised trained technicians There are no user serviceable parts inside To ensure safe and long CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This product complies with fda radiation performance standards 21 cfr chapter 1 subchapter This product complies with european standard en 60825 This product is classified as a class 1 laser product and there is no hazardous radiation with the safety protection Danger Invisible laser radiation when open avoid direct exposure to beam term reliability please use power cables supplied with the projector Observe all warnings and cautions Do not open the covers of the product and never touch the internal parts in order to avoid exposure to visible or invisible laser radiation Federal Communication Commission FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is used in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or telev
24. ector to various sources Ifthe signal source is a terrestrial broadcast via VCR check that the receiving channel has been correctly tuned in and that the aerial system is in good working order Should the problem be present with a signal coming from a video recorder ensure that the videotape is an Original first generation copy and in good condition Adjust the tracking control for optimum picture perfor mance Ensure the VCR mode is active in the Picture menu Incomplete image along borders vertical and horizontal Compare compatibility of video graphic signals and techni cal specifications of your projector Press Aon your remote control or AUTO on keypad to execute automatic adjustments Adjust the horizontal and vertical position of projected image by selecting POSITION on the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS menu Adjust the width and height of image selecting ASPECT in the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS menu Adjust the Overscan value in the IMAGE OVERSCAN menu Image too dark too pale or unnaturally coloured Verify compatibility of video graphic signals with technical specifications of your projector Go to PICTURE menu select and regulate any of the following accordingly CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR and TINT If necessary reset the COLOR TEMPERATURE and GAMMA CORRECTION found on the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS ADVANCED SETTINGS menu Graphic image with poor quality vertical detail Verify c
25. ension of the projected image The Focus adjustment impacts on the motorized lens focus allowing to obtain the highest definition on the projected image an accurate focus setting should allow the viewer to distinguish each pixel that create the image one from another Le FOCUS iz US Fig 24 In the initial phase of installation the configurable keys F1 F2 serve as optical zoom and optical focus Fig 24 POWER ON If active AUTO allows to power up the system directly from the power feeder once the initializing phase is completed If not active STAND BY once the initializing phase is completed the system remains in a stand by mode waiting to receive the power on command from the remote control or the key pad TEST PATTERNS Displays a series of five test patterns useful for the installation of the projector Press and keys to browse pattern 21 sim2 Gaard Cinema FACTORY DEFAULTS Reconfigures the projector to original factory settings except Position Orientation Y C Delay Zoom and Focus Confirm LANGUAGE Lists the languages available for the On Screen Display menus SOURCE LIST In order for the HT300 LINK system to be more flexible the following described functions allow to modify the input selection menu making it more user friendly The main window shows all the inputs available on the DigiOptic Image Processor If one or more inputs are not utilized it is often
26. essing capabilities of the DigiOptic Image Processor with the high fidelity reproduction of the DLP technology Projector by linking the two units via a fibre optic cable 300 LINK The DigiOptic Image Processor which should be ideally located close to the signal sources supports and processes a wide range of video signals transmitting them to the Projector by means of a fibre optic link cable The large number of inputs available 2 Composite Video inputs 2 S Video inputs up to 4 Component or RGB inputs 2 graphic RGB inputs 1 DVI D input 1 HDMI Input ensures the system supports a wide variety of analogue and digital sources DVD players VCRs satellite and terrestrial receivers computers game consoles video cameras etc The signal processing capabilities of the Image Processor ensure optimum reproduction of a broad range of input signals from interlaced video to high definition and graphics Conversion of interlaced video signals to progressive signals by means of prestigious DCDiTM technology produces fluid natural images free of flicker and stairstepping artefacts Faithful reproduction of signals at higher resolutions such as high definition video and graphics occurs without loss of information or reduction of image sharpness thanks to the processors high pixel rate signal acquisition capabilities Adaptation of the input signal resolution to the Projector resolution occurs without alterations of imag
27. ey so that they can be moved around Ensure that the units are not subjected to impact Do not insert objects through the units openings Make sure that no objects are inserted inside the units If this should occur disconnect the unit from the power supply immediately and call an authorised technician To unpack the projector safely and easily please follow steps 1 to 6 as per drawing Fig 4 It is recommended that the carton and packaging is retained for future use and in the unlikely event that your projector needs to be returned for repair Fig 4 sim2 Gaand Cinema 300 LINK PACKAGE CONTENTS Projector Instruction Processor power supply unit Three core fibre optic cable Power cables Europe UK US x2 Fig 5 4 INSTALLATION POSITIONING THE TWO UNITS The HT300 LINK system consists of two separate units the DigiOptic Image Processor and the Projector each of which is equipped with a power cable the two units are interconnected by a 20 m fibre optic cable The ideal location for the DigiOptic Image Processor is on a cabinet shelf or on a rack dimensions compatible with a stan dard 19 rack Make sure that the support surface is stable and that the unit has sufficient space around it for ventilation purposes at least 3 cm The unit is connected to the mains via an external power supply unit with an output of 7 Vdc the unit s main power switch is on the
28. for video applications rated impedance 75 Q Ensure that e cables are routed in such a way that they do not present an obstruction to people moving around the room connectors are inserted carefully to avoid damaging the pins the cables are not twisted or crushed when disconnecting the cables the connectors are not violently pulled out of the sockets on the various units Video sources television receivers VCRs DVD players etc often feature several outputs To obtain the best performance from your system carefully choose which output to use Generally the type of signal offering the best picture quality is DVI D followed by RGB Components S Video and Composite Video in that order However the HT300 LINK system is equipped with an excellent Video Decoder and Deinterlacer and therefore even inferior quality signals will produce high quality results sim2 Gaard Cinema Table 1 shows the types of signals usually available for the most common types of video sources and the corresponding input connectors to use on the DigiOptic Image Processor Table 1 DigiOptical Image Processor Connector Video signal source connector Y green Cr red Cb blue VIDEO These inputs should be connected to a Composite Video signal CVBS by means of a cable with an RCA connector The connector on the source is usually yellow and is frequently labelled VIDEO
29. he projector is in stand by mode Some manufacturers offer screen masking systems to help fra me the projected image and improve picture contrast These systems can be connected to output at the rear of the DigiOptic Image Processor Fig 11 Fig 11 siM2 Grand Guss PFor rear projection the screen must be translucent For front projection we recommend the use of screens with low gain specifications i e 1 3 to 2 The use of high gain screens should be avoided due to their limited viewing angle which is undesirable for a large audience Preferably use a screen with black non reflecting borders which will perfectly frame the projected image 300 LINK Avoid light shining directly on the screen during projection as this will reduce contrast and black level detail on the projected image For the true cinema experience best results are achieved with little or no ambient light Furniture and other objects with reflecting surfaces as well as light coloured walls should be avoided as they are likely to interfere with the screen s characteristics CONNECTING THE VIDEO SOURCES Connect the cables from the video sources the serial cable from the external control unit and the optical fibre cables for connection to the Projector to the rear panel of the DigiOptic Image Processor To obtain the best performance from the HT300 LINK system connect the various signal sources using good quality cables designed
30. he power supply cables This is to allow the fans in the Projector unit sufficient time to cool the lamp Fig 15 14 In case the Projector unit is shut down for example due to a shut down of the projector unit by putting the switch in the O position or by accidentally unplugging the power cord cable to re boost the HT300LINK system it is necessary to shut down the DigiOptic Image Processor and repeat the power on pro cedure described in point 1 and 2 In case the connection with the fiber optics between the two unit is interrupted for example by unplagging one or more cable to restore the system it is necessary to turn off the two units through the main switches and once the connecectin is restored repeat steps 1 and 2 of the power on procedure sim2 Grand Cinema 300 LINK 6 KEYBOARD PAD Eight push buttons at the rear of the projector will allow complete operation without the use of the remote control Menu Activates the On Screen Display menus Navigates MENU AUTO Menu pages Switches off to stand by Down Left Right arrow keys Navigate through and make adjustments to the On Screen menus Arrow Up Down switch on from stand by and recall Source Selection menu Auto Selects Auto Adjust automatic optimisation of the displayed image 26 FOCUS ESC Q Focus Esc De activates the On Screen Display and gives access to the lens Zoom Focus adjustment functi
31. he screen in the current picture FREQUENCY PHASE These adjustments available for progressive signals and for signals from PC ensure correspondence between the number of pixels making up the signal and the number of pixels making up the projected image These parameters do not normally require adjustment because the system checks the input signal and automatically sets the most suitable values However if the image appears disturbed loss of position within the equidistant vertical bands or instability and lack of sharpness on the narrow vertical lines it may help to prompt the system to repeat the input signal analysis and determination of the best parameters by calling the automatic adjustment procedure with the AUTO key on the remote control or on the keypad If the automatic procedure fails to have the required effect enter the frequency and phase values manually and approach the screen sufficiently to observe the effects of the adjustments DELAY In the case of Video and S Video signals it may be necessary to correct horizontal colour misalignment within the projected image For a given video standard e g PAL or NTSC the stored value does not normally require further fine tuning unless the source or connection cable has changed 20 Table 5 RGBS 15kHz YCrCb 15kHz RGB Grafico Adjustments Position Aspect Frequency Phase Colour Temperature Gamma Correction Overscan
32. helpful to blank them from the input list accessed with the 0 key Once the input has been chosen in the drop menu that appears by pressing the key it is possible to activate the source Fig 25 The exclusion or activation of the source will automatically renumber the remaining active inputs Source list Edit source name 1 VIDEO VIDEO 1 2 VIDEO lt VIDEO2 Oks Me V 4 S VIDEO NAME V 5 COMPONENT RGBS B 6 COMPONENT D lt COMP RGB 6 V 7 COMPONENT RGBS lt COMP RGB 7 8 COMPONENT RGBS 3 lt COMP RGB 8 9 GRAPHICS RGB lt GRAPH RGB 9 10 GRAPHICS RGB lt GRAPH RGB 10 v11 DVI D lt DVI D 11 12 HDMI B lt HDMI 12 Fig 25 The inputs with an active video signal visible in the input selection menu are marked with a check symbol It can be also helpful to identify the input with a name chosen by the user for example with the name of the connected source 22 rather than with the signal type Once chosen to have the input visible in the drop menu by selecting the Name option it is possible to rename the source in use This will make it easier to remember the source connected to a specific input You can use up to 12 alphanumeric letters to name the source for more details check the Insert text section Insert text You will be able to insert text easily and rapidly by accessing the text insertion menu fig 26 Cancel Confirm F
33. ig 26 The text insertion mode remains the same if text is being inserted for the first time or if a previously inserted name is being edited The letter insertion can be done in any available position represented by horizontal lines Use the gt and keys to move between letters either left or right respectively Press the numeric key matching the letter fig 26 the first click of the key selects the first letter the second click the second letter and so on The available letters are shown in the text insertion menu Once one letter has been inserted to insert the following one it is necessary to move with the cursor in the next right position with the gt key of the remote control repeat this procedure to insert other letters Use the A key to switch from small case to capital letters and viceversa Any mistake can be deleted with the V key once it has been positioned on the wrong letter Once the text insertion process is finished it can be confirmed and saved by clicking the MENU key If you want to delete the modifications use the MENU key of the remote control F4 F2 KEYS This allows to assign different functions to the remote control keys named F1 and F2 The window is made of 6 options once for each line and by two columns showing the F1 F2 keys The choice between F1 and F2 is made by the gt and lt keys of the remote control the function given to F1 and F2 is chosen with the and Y keys The funct
34. in Blue Gain Horizontal Vertical Screen control Horizontal Vertical Screen control 33 SIM2 Grand Cinema 300 LINK Setup Orientation Keystone Lens Power ON Test patterns Initial settings Floor Floor rear Ceiling Ceiling rear EE English Italiano M enu Fran ais Deusch Espa ol Portugu s Language Source list EES SE m Ie Yes No No Zoom OSD background lt Focua OSD Position Magnification OSD Timeout Blank Color temperature Gamma correction VIDEO VIDEO B S VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT RGBS COMPONENT RGBS B COMPONENT RGBS COMPONENT RGBS GRAPHICS RGB B GRAPHICS RGB DVI D HDMI VIDEO VIDEO 2 S VIDEO 3 S VIDEO 4 COMP RGB 5 COMP RGB 6 7 8 Edit source name 9 GRAPH RGB 10 DVI D 11 Cancel HDMI 12 Confirm Active Yes No 1 2 EG 4 VES V 6 7 8 AREAN IN SAN EN AN AN AN ANG 34 siM2 Gaard Cinema 300 LINK Memories Memories 0 Auto 1 MEMORY gt Save current settings Edit memory name 2 S MEMORY 2 gt Save initial settings gt LI 3 S MEMORY 3 gt Rename Cancel Confirm 35 sim2 Gaard Cnt Eil LINK INDEX 1 INTRODUCTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 UNPACKING c gt Package contents 4
35. indications described above After selecting the source signal by means of the keys press MENU MENU to confirm and close the pull down menu the value you have just set will be displayed on the right of the symbol As with the other inputs you can now select the input just set by pressing the gt key During the short time it takes to find the signal a box appears showing the signal requested As soon as the signal is shown in the box aaditional information is displayed concerning the video standard for video signals or resolution for graphic signals and format Fom the SETUP menu it is possible to choose to visualize or not this information for more details check the SOURCE INFORMATION in MENU section MAIN MENU To access the menu of the On Screen Display press the MENU key on the keypad or the MENU or MENU key on the re mote control The main menu is divided into four windows PICTURE IMAGE SETUP and MENU in which the various adjustments are grouped according to the frequency of use Use and to select the line corresponding to the adjustment you wish to make Fig 19 Picture Brightness 60 u Contrast 50 Colour 50 r a Tint 50 Sharpness 3 Filter 2 E HE 3 Cinema Mode Off Auto Video Type Normal VCR1 VCR2 Noise Reduction Auto gt Fig 19 The various menus only offer the relevant adjustments in accordance with the
36. ings gt 3 lt Rename gt Fig 29 RECALL A MEMORY To recall a Memory select the desired line and press gt The parameters saved in the selected Memory will be applied to the image displayed and a message will appear to confirm the operation Memory 1 recalled The Memory recalled will be associated with the source and signal type and will be auto matically recalled every time that particular source and signal type combination is selected SAVE DEFAULT SETTINGS To restore the original values to a previously modified Memory select the line corresponding to the Memory in question and open the pull down menu key Then select the line Initial settings saved in Memory 1 To confirm that the operation has been completed successfully the message Memory 1 initial ised is displayed at the bottom of the screen and the letter I appears to the left of the name of the memory RENAME A MEMORY t is possible to assign a name to each Memory To assign a name with a maximum length of 12 alphanumeric characters to a Memory select the option Rename from the correspond ing pull down menu Enter the text following the procedure in dicated in paragraph SOURCE LIST RESTORE CURRENT SETTINGS On entering the Memories menu a copy of the current set tings is saved in a temporary menu labelled with 0 AUTO Once one or more memories have been recalled you can re store the settings that wer
37. ion delivered by the key is memorized by the intersection on the line and column In the following window are described the 6 options Menu Language EUMD Source list F1 F2 keys Source info Zoom am sed Focus ositio Magnification OSD Timeou Blank Colour temperature Gamma correction Fig 27 Zoom Allows to access the optic zoom where the lt and gt keys allow to increase or decrease the size of the projected image Focus Once selected the lt and gt keys allow to focus the image Magnification Allows you to select the area to be viewed and then magnify the projected image The degree of enlargement is selected in Zoom mode identified by a magnifying glass in the centre of the image using the and gt keys The area of the picture to siM2 Grand Cinema be enlarged is selected in Pan mode symbol in the centre of the picture using the and lt gt arrow keys You toggle between Zoom and Pan mode by pressing the F1 F2 key on the remote control Blank Blanks the active video signal producing a completely black screen Once pressed the key an indication of a few seconds on the OSD will confirm its activation A click of any other key of the remote control allows to restore the previous settings 300 LINK Color temperature The following click of the key F1 or F2 allows to choose between the different color temperatures available High Mid Low User Gamma correction The followi
38. ision reception which can be determinated by turning the equipment off and on the user is encuraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 For customers in the United Kingdom ATTENTION This apparatus must be earthed The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red SIM2 Gaard Cinema 300 LINK PROJECTOR
39. ndividual optical cables Fig 7 Protective cap Ferrule Separation point Fig 7 Never pull the individual optical cables or connectors if necessary you may pull the main three core cable Only remove the cap protecting the connector ferrule immediately before inserting the connector if the ferrule is allowed to come into contact with foreign material it may be damaged making the connector unusable Take particular care when inserting fibre optic connectors in their respective sockets on the rear panel of the DigiOptic Image Processor and the rear panel of the Projector Make sure that the single optical cables are not switched the numbers on the cables must match the numbers on the connectors Fig 8 9 Check that the connectors are correctly inserted Make sure that the cable does not constitute an obstacle for persons moving around the room Take care not to create knots in the cable the minimum radius of bends in the cable is 2 cm Prevent the cable from pulling and mechanical stress this could cause the connectors to be pulled out and damaged To activate electric motorised screen 12 Volt output is provided at the rear of the DigiOptic Image Processor This can be connected to a screen interface unit which can be supplied by screen manufacturers Fig 10 Fig 10 The output is activated Voltage 12 Vdc when the Projector is switched on and is de activated no Voltage output when t
40. ng click of the key F1 or F2 allows to choose between the different gamma curves available SOURCE INFORMATION When active YES each source change will show the information related to the signal If not active NO there will be no information on the selected source OSD BACKGROUND Determines the type of background for the On Screen Display OSD TIMEOUT Use this adjustment to set the display time after which the On Screen Display will disappear OSD POSITION Allows the On Screen Display to be positioned in a particular area of the projected image The OSD can be positioned using the arrow keys for fine adjustments or keys 1 9 on the remote control to select one of 9 preset positions 23 SIM2 Gaard Cinema MEMORIES The main parameters of the image may be saved in distinct groups of values known as Memories these parameters can subsequently be applied all together by way of a single com mand There are 3 distinct Memories Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 for each of the 25 signal types managed 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 S VIDEO 4 S VIDEO COMP RGB YCrCb 15KHz COMP RGB YCrCb 32KHz COMP RGB YCrCb 15KHz COMP RGB YCrCb COMP RGB YCrCb 15KHz 5 COMP RGB RGB 15KHz 5 COMP RGB RGB 32KHz 6 COMP RGB RGB 15KHz 7 COMP RGB RGB 15KHz COMP RGB YCrCb 7 COMP RGB RGB COMP RGB YCrCb 15KHz 8 COMP RGB RGB 15KHz 8 COMP RGB RGB O O GC m 6 COMP RGB RGB
41. o video sources that use the HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection proto to protect their contents This protocol is in fact incorpo rated in the definition of the HDMI technology Once the video source has been connected to the HDMI input internal processing by the DIGIOPTIC IMAGE PROC ESSOR separates the video information from the audio infor mation This information is then made available via an optical digital output with a female TOSLINK connector in accordance with the S PDIF standard CONTROL RS232 The system can be controlled via a personal computer or home automation systems by means of the serial port simply connect this input via a serial cable from an RS232 serial port On request SIM2 will send you a document containing the serial port settings and the list of main commands 11 SIM2 Gaard Cinema 300 LINK CONTROL RS 232 OPTICAL FIBER LINK Computer Home automation system OD esr 2 5 6 7 8 COMPONENT RGBS HDTV receiver Game console Computer S VIDEO VIDEO USCIT 12 Computer Television receiver from Aerial Satellite or Cable Analogue or Digital HDTV receiver DVD player Video camera Game console Television receiver from Aerial Satellite or Cable Analogue or Digital HDTV receiver DVD player Video camera Game console elevision receiver from Aerial Satellite or Cable Analogue or Digital
42. ojector si M2 Grand Guss 300 LINK Significant status signals are given in Table 3 Table 3 DigiOptic Image Processor Green LED Blue LED Green LED Blue LED Projector Status Off Initialisation Stand by On Cooling Optical link not active Caution Error O Off 9 On Flashing Insignificant If the No optical link or Error signals are active the system cannot be operated if the Warning signal is active the system will operate but it may be unable to read certain input signals correctly SWITCHING ON FROM STAND BY Switching on the system Fig 14 from the remote control keys 0 9 e from the Projector keypad keys 4 and v SIM2 Grand Cinema Typically the picture will appear after 15 20 seconds Pressing a key from 1 9 on the remote control selects the corresponding input pressing O selects the input active at the time the system was last switched off If the system is switched on very soon after it was last switched off the lamp may fail to come on because it is too hot In this case just wait a few minutes to allow the lamp to cool 300 LINK Switching the system off Fig 15 e from the remote control key from the Projector keypad key If you wish to power off the system completely wait at least one minute in stand by before setting the mains power switches on the units to the O position or disconnecting t
43. ompatibility of video graphic signals with technical specifications of your projector Press A on your remote control or AUTO on keypad to execute automatic adjustments Adjust FREQUENCY and PHASE parameters found in the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS menu to optimise vertical detail of the projected image 11 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES You can purchase the following optional accessories at your Dealer Wall Ceiling Bracket Kit Use only original or SIM2 Multimedia approved accessories 300 LINK sim2 Gaard Cit Eii Video Image showing colour misalignment on vertical details Verify compatibility of video graphic signals with technical specifications of your projector Adjust Y C DELAY settings in the IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS ADVANCED SETTINGS to reduce colour misalignment For best results use an external colour bar test pattern source Remote control does not work Check the batteries and for correct polarity Ensure that the area between the infrared sensor front of projector and the remote control is free of obstruction Ensure that infrared sensors front and rear of projector are not exposed to intense light levels CAUTION for ceiling wall installation by means of suspension bracket carefully follow the instructions and safety instructions recommended by the Manufacturer in the bracket s literature 27 sim2 Gaard Cinema Eii 300 LINK 12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A TECHNICAL SPECIFICA
44. on screen menus consult the On screen menu layout in the Additional Information section BRIGHTNESS Use this control to adjust the image s black level without affecting white areas Increasing the value will give more detail in darker parts of the picture For correct adjustment it may prove useful to display the signal relative to the grey scale within which the black level and the level immediately above it must be separately identifiable Alternatively use a scene composed of black objects alongside other dark coloured objects CONTRAST Use this control to adjust the image s black level without affecting white areas To ensure correct adjustment it may prove useful to display the signal relative to the grey scale within which the white level and the level immediately below it must be separately identifiable Alternatively use a scene composed of well lit white objects surrounded by light coloured objects with lower level lighting COLOR This control also called Saturation increases or decreases 17 SIM2 Gaard Cinema the picture colour intensity When set to zero colour images will be shown in black and white Increasing the value try to find the point at which the colours look natural suitable references include skin tones and grass in landscape shots TINT Controls the purity of the colours Basically determines the red green ratio of the picture Reducing the value will boost th
45. ons 7 REMOTE CONTROL The remote control transmits commands to the system by infrared signals There are three infrared sensors one at the front of the Projector one at the rear of the Projector and one on the front panel of the DigiOptic Image Processor It is possible to control the projector by pointing the remote control at the screen the sensor at the front of the projector will pick up the reflected infrared commands Fig 16 Fig 16 Avoid placing obstructions between the remote control and the infrared sensor at the front of the projector this will impair the remote control performance Insert the batteries taking care to match the polarity as indicated in the battery recess of the remote Fig 17 Change the batteries in the remote control if experiencing difficulty in sending commands to the projector If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time remove the batteries Replace all batteries at the same time do not replace one new battery with a used battery If the batteries have leaked carefully wipe the case clean and replace with new batteries Four 1 5V AAA type batteries Fig 17 15 SIM2 Gaard Cinema 8 ON SCREEN MENU 300 LINK All system functions can be activated from the keypad or remote control with the aid of a practical and comprehensive system of on screen menus INPUTS The input selection menu Inputs is called by pressing on th
46. or video images These adjustments are reserved for expert users since there is a risk of obtaining results that impair projected image quality GAMMA CORRECTION Determines the system s response to the grey scale emphasising or attenuating the different grades of brightness blacks dark medium light grey whites in the projected image The GRAPHICS setting is more suitable for computer images while the FILM and VIDEO settings are more suitable for video images OVERSCAN Remove noise around image Some sources can produce a picture with noise along edges thanks to the overscan function itis possible to drop such imperfections outside the projected area The overscan value can be included between no overscan and 32 maximum value The image maintains in any case the aspect POSITION Use this adjustment to position the image vertically and horizontally Determines the aspect ratio of the projected image These parameters do not normally require adjustment because 19 sIM2 Grand Cinema the system checks the input signal and automatically sets the most suitable values However if the image is not perfectly centralised it may prove useful to request the system to repeat the input signal analysis and image positioning calling the automatic control procedu re from the AUTO button on the remote control or keypad When this procedure is called it is helpful to have a white or light coloured background on t
47. power supply unit Connect the power supply unit output cable to the POWER socket located on the rear panel Fig 2 Use exclusively the power supply unit provided with the system or an alternative power supply unit expressly approved by SIM2 DigiOptic Image upport OP s Remote Control S Cable The carton should contain the following the projector the DigiOptic Image Processor the remote control four 1 5V AAA batteries for remote control DigiOptic Image Processor power supply unit three power cables for the projector EU UK USA three power cables for the DigiOptic Image Processor EU UK USA triple fiber optic cable for linking DigiOptic Image Processor and the projector one cable HDMI V HDMITM one cable HDMIT V DVI two brackets for mounting the DigiOptic Image Processor to the rack the user and installation manual If any accessories are missing contact your Dealer as Soon as possible To mount the DigiOptic Image Processor on an equipment rack use the screws and RH LH supports supplied with the appliance Unscrew the screws that secure the cover to the DigiOptic unit base position the RH and LH supports and fix into place with the supplied screws To secure the unit to the rack use the supplied screws Fig 6 Fig 6 Position the projector on a stable suitable platform or utilise the optional bracket for a fixed ceiling or
48. pplied to the selected input In this case Make sure the selected input is connected to a video or graphic signal and that that source is functioning correctly Check the condition of the cables used to connect the System to the various sources Make sure the video or graphic signals supplied by the source are compatible with the system s technical specifications and in particular with those of the selected input Out of Range This message appears when either the resolution or the vertical horizontal frequency of the input signal exceeds system specifications e g a QXGA graphic signal or when an input is supplied with an incompatible signal after setting the components input to YCrCb 15kHz a progressive signal is connected 25 SIM2 Gaard Cinema Eii 9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE The Projector and DigiOptic Image Processor do not require internal cleaning There are no user serviceable parts inside the projector Please refer all service requirements to qualified personnel Cleaning the projector s cover Use a soft slightly damp cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners solvents or other harsh chemicals as this will damage the finish of the cover Avoid direct cleaning of the rear panel s screen printing 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE No power Green and red LED are OFF Check the power switch at the rear it must be in position 1 Check if the power cable has been connected correctl
49. res from video recorders or DVD players To toggle between NORMAL VCR1 mode and VCR2 mode press on the remote control 18 NOISE REDUCTION This adjustments allows to choose the filter value for noise reduction purposes As soon as this option is selected on the menu the image is divided in two parts In the left side the image is not altered by the filter in the right part the filter is activated This allows you to compare the effect of the filter It is possible to deactivated the filter NOT ACTIVE to use the automatic adjustments AUTO or to manually select MANUAL the value suitable for the image with the VALUE adjustment In case of using the VALUE adjustement it is enoght to select to cursor below and set the value with the lt gt keys of the remote control Associated to the NOISE REDUCTION there is the possibility to use the specific function FLESH TONE CORRECTION to make skin tone more natural Often the use of noise reduction filter slightly degrades the image in those areas where skin tones are visible With the use of this function it is possible to maintain an excellent image quality throughout the entire projected image Table 4 RGBS 15kHz YCrCb 15kHz RGB Grafico Adjustments Brightness Contrast Colour Tint Sharpness Sharpness Mode Filter Cinema Mode Video Type Noise reduction Flesh tone correction o Present only if the Video Standard is N
50. rformed by the HT300 LINK system thanks to Faroudja DCDi technology is often more effective than that performed at the source typically a DVD player RGB GRAPHICS EJ This input should be connected to an RGB type video or graphic signal using a cable with a DB15HD type connector The signal source device typically a personal computer or game console must be able to provide separate H V synchronisation or composite H V The video or graphic signals that can be connected to this input can have horizontal scan frequencies H sync of between 32 and 80 kHz and a vertical frequency V sync of between 48 and 100 Hz Image resolution can vary between 640x480 and 1600x1200 pixels VGA SVGA XGA SXGA UXGA DVI D This input allows you to advantage from the quality of the digital images If your source is equipped with a DVI D output YCrCb or RGB connect it to this input to exploit the quality of the HT300 LINK system HDMI With this input it is possible to integrate the optimal quality of a digital image with a multichannel audio signal The HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface in fact inte grates a multichannel audio signal with the uncompressed high 300 LINK siM2 Grand Cinema definition video signal The interface also allows the exchange between the video source and the HT 300 LINK system of control data to optimise the quality of the projected image The HDMI input allows connection t
51. sible during installation operations To disconnect the units from the electric power supply pull the plug to remove it from the socket outlet Do not pull the power cable Use only the specified type of mains power supply Connect the units to a mains electrical supply with rated voltage of between 120 240 VAC 50 60 Hz and equipped with a protective earth connection If you are unsure of the type of mains power supply in your home consult a qualified electrician Ensure that the power draw of the units is commensurate with the rating of the electrical socket outlets and any extension cables that are used For the DigiOptic Image Processor use exclusively the power supply unit provided or an alternative power supply unit expressly approved by SIM2 120 240 Vac 50 60 Hz Fig 1 300 LINK 250 V T 3 15 H Fig 3 Beware of power supply cables Position the power supply cables so that they do not constitute an obstruction Position the power supply cables where they cannot be reached by children Install the units as close as possible to the wall electrical socket outlet Do not tread on the power cables make sure that they are not tangled or pulled do not expose the power cables to heat sources make sure that the power cables do not become knotted or kinked If the power cables become damaged stop using the system and request the assistance of an authorised technician sIM2 Gaard Cinema 300 LI
52. type of input signal displayed e g certain typical adjustments for video signals not necessary for graphic signals do not appear on the menus and vice versa Some adjusiments e g BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST are associated with a numerical value that can be varied within the set limits using the keys lt For others e g VIDEO TYPE you can choose among three options presented on the same gt Other adjustments marked by the lt symbol provide submenus which appear as a Superimposed window in which the selection is made with the Vkeys Fig 20 Image Colour Temperature Gamma Correction Overscan 1 Position Y C Delay 1 Mm Fig 20 siM2 Grand Cinema 300 LINK Image lt Normal Colour Temperature Gamma Correction Letterbox Overscan Panoramic Position Pixel to pixel Y C Delay User 1 User 2 User 3 Fig 20b These submenus are accessed by pressing the lt key while exit and return to the upper level occurs by pressing MENU Press ESC on the remote control or keypad to interrupt the menu display or wait for it to disappear automatically after the number of seconds set on the SETUP page PICTURE This menu features the adjustments related to picture quality Adjustments that are not available for a given input do not appear on the menu Table 4 summarises the adjustments available for each input For a complete overview of the
53. wall installation sim2 Gaard Cinema CAUTION the case of ceiling or wall mounting using suspension bracket follow the instructions carefully and comply with the safety standards you will find in the box together with the bracket If you use a bracket different to the one supplied by SIM2 Multimedia you must make sure that the projector is atleast 65 mm 2 9 16 inch from the ceiling and that the bracket is not obstructing the air vents on the lid and on the bottom of the projector Position the projector the desired distance from the screen the size of the projected image is determined by the distance from the lens of the projector to the screen and the zoom setting See Appendix C Projection distances for more information CONNECTING THE TWO UNITS The system can be fully controlled using the supplied IR infrared remote control handset There is a single remote control for both the DigiOptic Image Processor and the Projector the remote control can be directed towards either unit since they are both equipped with an IR sensor The connection between the two units is made with a single cable containing three fibre optic cables each terminating in an LC connector The standard cable length of 20m will be sufficient for most installation requirements During installation of the fibre optic cable The individual optical cables are delicate always handle the main cable without touching the i
54. y to a working socket Check the power socket fuse at the rear of the projector Replace the fuse on the mains socket with an identical type T 3 15A H Fig 2 Should the problem persist seek authorised technical assistance The lamp is not coming on Allow a few minutes pause between switching off and turning on again from stand by This will allow the lamp to cool down sufficiently If the lamp doesn t come on even though the projector has had sufficient time to cool down seek technical assistance from your nearest Dealer No image Check that the selected input is actually connected to a active video or graphic signal Check that the above source actually works Verify compatibility of video graphic signals with the technical specifications of the projector 26 Cleaning the lens The lens may be cleaned with a very soft non abrasive small brush in order to remove dust particles Alternatively use a soft dry cleaning cloth of the type used for camera lens cleaning to remove fingerprints and grease marks Check the integrity of cables used to connect various sources Check the cooling air inlets or air outlets on the units are not obstructed and the room temperature is below 35 C 95 F Image is disturbed unstable or noisy Verify compatibility of video graphic signals with the technical specifications of the projector Check the integrity of cables connecting proj
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