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DATA PROJECTOR MODEL XD50U User Manual IMPORTANT * DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) are registered trademarks of Texas Instru- ments Incorporated (U.S.A.). * DMD is an ultra-precise part developed by Texas Instruments (U.S.A.) which takes the place of liquid crystal (in the projector).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Please read all these instructions regarding your projector 10. Power sources and retain them for future reference. Follow all warnings This projector should be operated only from the type and instructions marked on the projector. of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power, please consult 1.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Do not touch Air outlet grille and Bottom plate which WARNING: becomes hot. Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with Do not touch them or put other equipment in front of Air your projector. outlet grille. The heated Air outlet grille and Bottom plate Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes may cause injury or damage to other equipment.
Major Features Lightweight (at about 1.5 kg/3.3 lb) high-intensity mobile projector The synergy of the DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) display system and our own optical design serve to improve the optical utilization efficiency. The three primary colors (RGB) required in color expression are reproduced with one DMD (Digital Micromirror Device of high precision).
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................... E-2 Major Features ........................E-4 Table of Contents ........................E-5 Checking the Supplied Accessories ..................E-7 Names of the Main Unit Parts ....................E-9 Names of the Remote Control Parts ................... E-11 Preparing the Remote Control .................... E-12 Button Battery Replacement ..................
Table of Contents Vertical Flip ........................ E-45 Keystone ........................E-45 Keystone Save ......................E-45 Setup ............................. E-46 Auto Source ....................... E-46 Auto Power Off ......................E-46 Menu Position ......................E-46 Lamp Mode ....................... E-47 Input Format ......................E-47 Presentation Timer ....................E-48 Logo Background ......................
Checking the Supplied Accessories Remove the main unit and the accessories from the box and check that the following items are included. Remote control (includes one button battery) [1] Power cable (1.8 m / 5.9 feet) [3] This controls the projector. Please remove the transportation This power cable supplies power to the unit.
Checking the Supplied Accessories Carrying case (for projector and accessories) [1] HOW TO PUT THE PROJECTOR INTO THE CARRYING CASE This is a case designed for storing the projector and its Close the lens cap before putting the projector in its case, accessories.
Names of the Main Unit Parts Exhaust vents Focus ring Zoom ring [E-24] [E-25] Remote control sensor [E-12] Lens Front adjuster button [E-25] (There is also one on the right side.) Lens cap Remove before use. Attach the lens cap after use to protect the lens.
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Names of the Main Unit Parts STANDBY button [E-21] STATUS STANDBY STATUS indicator [E-21, 67] STANDBY indicator [E-21, 67] Buttons used in menu and quick menu operations SELECT ▲▼ buttons [E-32, 33] SOURCE AUTO SOURCE button [E-26] AUTO button [E-26] ENTER button MENU button [E-33] QUICK MENU button [E-32]...
Preparing the Remote Control Button Battery Replacement Using the remote control for the first time The battery compartment is fitted with a transportation insulation sheet at the time of shipping. Pull out the sheet and remove it. The remote control is now ready for use. Replacement Method Insert the tip of a ballpoint pen Remove the old battery and in-...
The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen Perform setup adjustments in the following order. Position the projector Determine the locations to set up the screen and the projector. See “Placement Guide” on Page E-14. Connect the video equipment and personal computer Connect your equipment to the projector.
Placement Guide Screen Size and Projection Distance • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required. •...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connecting this unit with a personal computer permits presentation data to be projected as a large screen display at conferences, lectures, and on other occasions. Furthermore, connecting this unit to a DVD player or other video equip- ment source in combination with an audio/video amplifier and speaker system will allow you to enjoy convincing home theater.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Personal Computers with a Mini D-Sub 15-Pin Connector • When making connections with the DVI connector of the projector, please make the connection via the supplied DVI/mini D- Sub 15-pin conversion cable. The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Analog RGB”...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment To Output the External Output Signal of a Notebook Computer When projection will be with a notebook computer connected, knowledge will be required for the cable connection and notebook computer startup procedure as well as the operation that follows notebook startup. Please consult the instruction manual of your notebook computer or the on-line help while performing the following procedure.
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Composite Signals Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors • The input setting of the VIDEO connector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if the projector does not project, please change the input setting to “Your Country’s Television Broadcast System” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] →...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with Component Signals When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector • The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Compo- nent”...
Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment Connections with the AUDIO Jack * Make the connection to the projector’s AUDIO jack using the supplied audio cable. When the audio jack of the equipment that is to be connected is of the RCA phono type, make connection via the supplied audio conversion cable. * The built-in speaker of the projector provides monaural audio.
Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off There is an order in which the power cable is connected and the power is switched on/off. Operating Connect the AC IN connector of the projector and the power outlet using the supplied power cable. The STANDBY indicator will light in amber, and the unit will enter the standby mode.
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Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off When [Menu Language Select] is Displayed Upon Switching On the Power The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Lan- guage Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described be- low and select the display language of the projector.
Power Cable Connections and Switching the Power On/Off Finishing Switch off the power of the connected equipment Switch off the power of the projector Main unit operation: Press the STANDBY button. Remote control operation: Press the STANDBY OFF button. STANDBY STANDBY Power Off OK ?
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Switch on the power of the connected equipment and make the adjustments with the video signal being input to the projector. Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the zoom ring to adjust the screen size of the projection image. Adjust the image to match the desired screen size.
Adjustment of the Projection Screen Turn the focus ring and adjust the focus of the screen Focus ring Making Adjustments with the Adjusters Raising the projection image While viewing the projection image, (1) press and hold the front adjuster buttons located at the left and right and, (2) raise the projector to align the image with the screen, then release your fingers.
General Operation This section describes the use of direct operation with the main unit or remote control buttons. For information about operation using the menu, see “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 and the various items on Pages E-40 to E-56. Input Selection This operation selects the input signal to be projected.
General Operation Selection of Aspect Ratio This function selects horizontal and vertical picture proportions of the input signal. STANDBY Press the ASPECT button while viewing the projected image and select the aspect ratio. FREEZE MUTE LAMP MODE Personal Computer Signal PC-CARD Each press of the ASPECT button advances the selection one step in the se- quence of Auto →...
General Operation Freezing a Moving Picture This function is used to stop and view a moving picture. Note that the input image continues to advance even though the picture there is a still picture STANDBY condition. FREEZE MUTE LAMP MODE A press of the FREEZE button changes the screen to a still picture.
General Operation Using the Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. (1) Press the TIMER button to show the settings display. The display will close when an operation has not been made for about 10 seconds.
General Operation Keystone Use this to adjust for trapezoidal (keystone) distortion of the pro- jected image. Adjustment Method (1) Press the KSTN button. The keystone adjustment display will appear. ENTER Keystone (2) Press the “+” / “–” button while viewing the screen to set the left and right sides parallel.
General Operation Enlargement of the Image and Video Movement This function digitally enlarges the personal computer image and video image (up to 10 times). (1) Press the ZOOM button. The zoom selection display will appear. Zoom ENTER (2) Enlarge to the desired size. Each press of the (+) button enlarges the image and each press of the (–) button makes the image smaller (returning it to 1:1).
General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the connected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. SOURCE AUTO Main unit operation...
Menu Operation Method • This section describes only the menu operation method. Please see this item should you need information while performing menu operations. • For information about a menu function, adjustment, or setting, please see one of the pages containing such descrip- tions.
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Menu Operation Method Menu Screen Names and Functions Menu Name Cursor This is the title of the menu. This permits setting/adjustment of the item located at the There is a change to the title cursor position. The selected item is indicated in red. screen when the menu is se- lected.
Menu Operation Method Performing Menu Operations • When a signal is not being input, only [Setup] and [Info.] can be selected. • The menu display will close if, after pressing a button, the next button operation is not made within 30 seconds. •...
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Menu Operation Method Displaying the Cursor Press the SELECT button to display the cursor ENTER This condition al- lows selection of the item name. Selection of the Item Name Press the SELECT button to align the cursor with the item name ENTER Items for which the Icon Is Displayed...
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Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display ENTER Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CANCEL but- ton and close the sub menu. Press the CANCEL button again and cancel the cursor display.
Menu Operation Method List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings The item names that can be adjusted/set will differ depending on the input signal. [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal Analog RGB Selection] Imput Terminal Sub Menu...
Menu Operation Method Imput Terminal Sub Menu Menu name Item Name Reperence Item Name Page Setup E-46 Auto Source E-46 Auto Power Off Memu Position E-46 E-47 Lamp Mode Input Format E-47 E-47 Video E-47 SVideo E-48 Presentation Timer E-48 Logo Capture Logo Background Logo Scaling...
Picture • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “Picture”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Picture Fine Picture Adjust this when the picture shows a lack of color fidelity or flickering. Select the “Fine Picture” item name and adjust with the SELECT buttons so that the lack of color fidelity or the flickering disappears. H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right.
Color • Do the following operation while displaying the image you want to adjust or set. • Select the menu name “Color”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Color Color Space Set this function when a component signal (YCbCr or YPbPr) is pro- jected and the image is extremely red or extremely green. Select the item name “Color Space” and use the SELECT buttons to select a color space setting that provides a normal image. Selection contents at the time of YCbCr input YCbCr601, YCbCr709, YCbCrSMPT Selection contents at the time of YPbPr input...
View • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “View”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
View Vertical Flip In selecting the method of projecting to the screen, these functions are set when the projector is in a suspended or a rear screen installation. Select the item name “Vertical Flip” or “Horizontal Flip” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Setup • Select menu name “Setup”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-33 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal. See “List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings” on Page E-38. Auto Source The Auto Source function automatically detects the input signal when the power supply is switched on and when the input is switched.
Setup Lamp Mode Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms. Select the item name “Lamp Mode” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Setup Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. Select the item name “Presentation Timer” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Setup Logo Position This is the setting of the position for the display of the logo. Changes cannot be made after the capture. See “Startup Logo Creation” on Page E-57 for information about using logo capture. Select item name “Logo Capture”, press the ENTER button, and the sub menu will open.
Setup Start Logo Capture This executes image capture. See “Startup Logo Creation” on Page E-57 for information about using logo capture. Select item name “Logo Capture”, press the ENTER button, and the sub menu will open. Select “Start Logo Capture” and press the ENTER button. There is a change to the capture range selection display.
Setup Initial Setting These are the display settings when the unit has been switched to PC Card Viewer. See “Using the PC Card Viewer” on Page E-59 for information about how to use the viewer. Select item name “PC Card Viewer,” then press the ENTER button to open the sub menu.
Setup Interval This is the setting of the slide automatic switching play time for the viewer screen. See “Using the PC Card Viewer” on Page E-59 for information about how to use the viewer. Select item name “PC Card Viewer,” then press the ENTER button to open the sub menu.
Setup Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen in the messages and menu displays. Select item name “Option” and press the ENTER button to open the Options sub menu. Select item name “Language” and press the ENTER button to open the Language sub menu.
Setup Startup Screen This is the selection of whether or not to display the logo screen at startup time. See “Startup Logo Creation” on Page E-57 for information about us- ing logo capture. Select item name “Option” and press the ENTER button to open the Options sub menu.
Press the CANCEL button to return to the menu. Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet home page ad- dress of MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION. Factory Default This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the in- put sources to the standard factory default values.
Info. Resolution / Frequency This function displays the resolution and frequency of the detected in- put signal. Displays when analog RGB or digital RGB signal is projected. Lamp Timer This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an LAMP mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Low mode.
Startup Logo Creation The startup logo is a function that displays a created logo. After turning on the power, a logo appears in about 15 seconds. The displayed logo disappears in about 30 seconds. A logo can be displayed by creating it on a personal computer, then projecting it with this projector and capturing it. See Pages E-48 to E-50 for information about the selection of “Logo Capture”...
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Startup Logo Creation 7. Start Capture → Page E-50 Selection will not be possible unless a signal is being input. Pressing the ENTER button will start the capture. (1) While capture is operating, “Capturing Logo” is displayed and the advance- Capturing Logo ment of the gauge is displayed.
Using the PC Card Viewer Before Using the PC Card Viewer Slides that have been stored on CompactFlash Cards can be projected using the projector. Even without a personal computer, a presentation can be made using a stand-alone projector. • Preparation by storing the documentation on CompactFlash Cards will suffice without the need to carry around a personal computer.
Using the PC Card Viewer Slide Creation Method To use the PC Card Viewer, a slide must be created beforehand with a personal computer. Slide Creation Guide 1. Create a slide with the personal computer and then convert it to im- age data.
Using the PC Card Viewer Names and Functions of the Viewer Functions As an aid in viewer screen operation, this section describes the projector and remote control buttons, the display screen, names and functions, as well as the use of the tool bar. Names and Functions of the Remote Control Buttons Used in the Viewer Screen Opera- tion STANDBY...
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Using the PC Card Viewer Names and Functions of the Viewer Screen Parts “Folder” icon: Indicates that there are slides inside. Slide “Non-Slide” icon: Indicates data that is not identified by the projector. “Return” icon: Returns to a new folder. Thumbnail Full Screen F O L D E R _ 3...
Using the PC Card Viewer Using CompactFlash Cards PC Card slot CompactFlash Cards are used to store the slides created on the CompactFlash Card personal computer and then play them on the projector. Insertion to the PC Card Slot Hold the CompactFlash Card with the top surface facing upward and keeping the card level, slowly insert it into the PC card slot.
Using the PC Card Viewer PC Card Viewer Operation This description reflects the PC Card Viewer settings as they were at the time of shipping from the factory. Preparation: Insert the CompactFlash Card into the STANDBY card slot of the projector. See Page E- FREEZE MUTE LAMP MODE...
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Using the PC Card Viewer 2. Use the SELECT buttons to align the cursor with the desired thumbnail or folder icon. When a folder icon has been selected, press the ENTER button. The folder will open allowing you to select a thumbnail. When the SELECT button When the SELECT...
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Using the PC Card Viewer 4. View the Slides The SELECT ( ) buttons permit the slides to be viewed in a forward or reverse sequence. • To stop the slides during automatic play, press the ENTER button. The slides can also be stopped with the (Stop) icon on the tool bar.
1 minute, then try again. The fan has stopped. STATUS STANDBY Lit amber Unplug the power cable and contact a store that sells the XD50U Flashing red for repairs. (lit for 0.5 seconds/off for 0.5 seconds) The lamp will not light.
Troubleshooting Check the following matters before requesting servicing. Reference Problem Check Page • Is the power cord plugged into a power outlet? E-21 Power does not turn on • Is the lamp cover properly mounted? E-72 • Is the projector’s temperature high? To protect the projector, the power can- E-67 not be turned on when the projector’s temperature is abnormally high.
Cleaning • Be certain to disconnect the power plug from the power outlet before cleaning. • Do not spray or otherwise expose the projector, lens, or screen to volatile substances such as insecticides. Do not leave rubber or vinyl products in contact with the projector for long periods. Doing so could cause them to undergo qualitative changes or the coatings may peel, etc.
• If the projector is used another 100 hours after the lamp’s service life is reached, the power is set to the standby mode and no longer turns on. • Contact a store that sells the XD50U for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a VLT-XD50LP replacement lamp for the XD50U (order code 915P018-10).
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Replacing the Lamp Cartridge Preparations: Turning the projector upside-down on top of a soft cloth, etc., so that it does not get scratched makes it easier to replace the lamp cartridge. Turn the projector right-side up after replacing the lamp cartridge. Unplug the power cord.
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5 seconds will clear the lamp timer. Checking that the STATUS indicator is out will show that the lamp timer has been cleared. Contact a store that sells the XD50U for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a VLT-XD50LP replacement lamp for the XD50U (order code 915P018-10).
Table of Supported Frequency The projector automatically identifies the signal input from the computer and selects the optimum resolution as shown on the table below. Manual adjustments may be required for some input signals. See “Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position” on page E- 40, 41.
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PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.