Optoma EX631 User manual

OPTOMA
EX631/EW631 Projector
Service Manual
100% Recycled Paper
Date: 2012/03/20

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Update History
Date of issue Published by
Version Desc.
2012/03/20 Ciom A New version released.

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■ Safety Instructions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
The chassis of this projector is isolated (COLD) from AC line by using the converter transformer. Primary side of
the converter and lamp power supply unit circuit is connected to the AC line and it is hot, which hot circuit is iden-
tified with the line ( ) in the schematic diagram. For continued product safety and protection of personnel
injury, servicing should be made with qualified personnel.
The following precautions must be observed.
1:An isolation transformer should be connected in the
power line between the projector and the AC line before
any service is performed on the projector.
2:Comply with all caution and safety-related notes
provided on the cabinet back, cabinet bottom, inside
the cabinet or on the chassis.
3:When replacing a chassis in the cabinet, always be
certain that all the protective devices are installed
properly, such as, control knobs, adjustment covers
or shields, barriers, etc.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS PROJECTOR
WITHOUT THE PROTECTIVE SHIELD
IN POSITION AND PROPERLY SECURED
4:Before replacing the cabinet cover, thoroughly
inspect the inside of the cabinet to see that no
stray parts or tools have been left inside
Before returning any projector to the customer,
the service personnel must be sure it is
completely safe to operate without danger of
electric shock
PRODUCT SAFETY NOTICE
Product safety should be considered when a component replacement is made in any area of the projector.
Components indicated by mark in the parts list and the schematic diagram designate components in which
safety can be of special significance. It is, therefore, particularly recommended that replacement of there parts
must be made by exactly the same parts.
SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING
Eye damage may result from directly viewing the light produced by the lamp used in this equipment. Always
turn off lamp before opening cover .The Ultraviolet radiation eye protection required during this servicing.
Never turn the power on without the lamp to avoid electric-shock or damage of the devices since the stabilizer
generates high voltages (15kV-25kV) at its starts.
Since the lamp is very high temperature during units operation replacement of the lamp should be done at least
45 minutes after the power has been turned off, to allow the lamp cool-off.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT.
Laser Beam may be leaked out when in disassemble the Unit. As the Laser Beam
used in this Remote control unit is harmful to the eyes.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 System Introduction ............................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Technical Specification........................................................................................................... 1
1.2 System Block Diagram........................................................................................................... 3
2 Firmware Upgraded Flow .................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Setup Tool/Equipment ............................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Upgrading Procedure............................................................................................................. 5
3 Machine Disassembly and Replacement ......................................................................... 16
3.1 Tools................................................................................................................................... 16
3.2 Disassembly Procedure ........................................................................................................ 17
4 Troubleshooting and Verifying the Repair....................................................................... 25
4.1 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 25
4.2 Verifying the Repair ............................................................................................................ 31
5 Connector Information ...................................................................................................... 39
5.1 Main Board .......................................................................................................................... 39
5.2 The backside of mainboard.................................................................................................. 40
5.3 Ballast Board........................................................................................................................ 41
5.4 Power board......................................................................................................................... 41
6 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List..................................................................................... 42
6.1 Mechanical Drawing............................................................................................................. 43
6.2 Board/Module....................................................................................................................... 44
6.3 Case/Cover/Bracket Assembly............................................................................................. 44
6.4 Optical Device...................................................................................................................... 44
6.5 Fans..................................................................................................................................... 44
6.6 Speaker................................................................................................................................ 44

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1 System Introduction
1.1 Technical Specification
Note: Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice
CONTENT
Item
EX631 EW631
Display Type Single 0.55” DLP panel Single 0.65” DLP panel
Native Resolution:
XGA, 1024x768
Native Resolution:
WXGA, 1280x800
Resolution(Pixels)
Maximum Resolution: UXGA, 1600x1200@60Hz
Zoom Range(Ratio) 1.1x 1.2x
Lamp 240W
Screen size 30”~300”
Projection Type Front, Rear, Ceiling
Input Source VGA: D-Sub 15-pin x 2,
S-Video x 1,
Video x 1,
Audio input (3.5mm stereo mini jack) x 1,
HDMI x 1
Output Source D-Sub 15 pin x 1,
Audio output (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) x1
Control terminal RS-232 x 1,
Mini USB type x1
RJ45 x 1 (LAN control)
Speaker 5W + 2W speakers
Power requirement Auto-ranging: 100V ~ 240V ± 10%, 50-60Hz
Power consumption Normal: TYP 285W MAX 300W @ 110VAC
ECO: TYP 230W MAX 240W @ 110VAC
Digital Keystone Correction Vertical + / - 40。
Environment Operating: Temperature:5。C to 35。C (normal mode)
Humidity: 10% to 85% maximum
Storage: Temperature: -10。C to 60。C
Humidity: 5% to 95%
Dimension (W x D x H) 280 x 230 x 78.4 mm (With feet)
Net Weight 2.2 Kg

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Attention for handing
Do not touch the lamp until it has cooled completely, because the lamp is very hot
during operation and immediately after turned off.
The lamp has to be fixed firmly to the base or socket.
Turn off the power supply during maintenance.
Do not hold the lamp except outer surface of the reflector.
Wear protective gloves and eyeglasses when handling the lamp.
Any unusual shock or vibration to the lamp should be avoided.
The lamp contains the mercury. Its breakage might cause mercury to flow out of the
reflector. Please manage provision at the customer’s product.
Do not pull the lead wire and plug by more than 24.5N.
Please be careful of handling the lamp because it is made of glass.
Please notice for keeping or handling the lamp, because there is a projection of this
lamp with reflector ahead.
Do not touch the bulb and the mirror area of the reflector.
Attention for use
Do not close or cover the lamp with any flammable stuff.
During operation, the lamp is under extremely high pressure. Please manage
provision at the customer’s product to prevent fragments of bulb and mercury from
flowing out of it. If the lamp bursts in case of an emergency, the sound will be
occurred.
Lamp operation should be with the specified lamp driver and the system only.
Do not look at the lamp directly during operations.
Do not expose your skin directly. We recommend to you to put on something for
protection for your skin. For example, long sleeve shirt, gloves, glassed and so on.
Do not modify the lamp and never use a lamp that has been modified.
Any unusual shock or vibration to the lamp should be avoided during operation.
Do not use any broken lamps.
Dispose of used lamps according to your local instruction.
Do not turn on the lamp while the system is opened.
The lamp contains mercury. If the lamp bursts during operation ventilate the area
sufficiently to avoid inhaling harmful mercury fumes.
Use the lead below 200℃ to prevent a deterioration of cladding clad of the
fluorocarbon resin.
The lead wire insulation clad shouldn’t touch the reflector.
Exchange the lamp that has already passed the life time immediately.

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1.2 System Block Diagram

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2 Firmware Upgraded Flow
This provides the information regarding relevant equipments and upgrading procedure for
firmware upgrade.
Purpose:
Flash Loader vX.X.exe flash loader is for upgrading image file to projector and is be designed to
execute on Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista/Win 7.
Note:
Please check the firmware version before any firmware upgrade procedures. During
firmware download period, please do not shut down PC or projector, this will cause flash
memory’s damage. And need to return the unit to manufacturer for flash memory recovery.

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2.1 Setup Tool/Equipment
Computer
Power Cord
USB Cable
2.2 Upgrading Procedure
1) Upgrading the Firmware on the Unit
To update the firmware on your projector, you first need to install the Firmware Update Utility
software DPL Composer Lite v10.3.x on your PC.
Open Windows Explorer, locate the DLP Composer Lite v10.3.x Setup, and then double-click the
icon to launch installation procedure, and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation
procedure.
Verify you have opened the DPL Composer , then click Next >

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Once you have read the License Agreement and agree, select the I Agree radio button , then click
Next >.
In the box of Readme Information, after read click Next>
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