Optoma HD8600 User manual

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Table of contents
Table of Contents ...................................................................................1
Usage Notice..........................................................................................3
Safety Information .........................................................................................3
Precautions....................................................................................................4
Eye Safety Warnings.....................................................................................6
Introduction.............................................................................................7
Package Overview.........................................................................................7
Product Overview..........................................................................................8
Main Unit................................................................................................................8
Connection Ports ...................................................................................................9
Remote Control....................................................................................................10
Backup Remote Control....................................................................................... 11
Coin Cell Battery Replacement............................................................................ 11
Installation............................................................................................12
Connecting the Projector.............................................................................12
Connect to Notebook/DVI/VGA-In .......................................................................12
Connecting the Projector.............................................................................13
Connect to Video Sources...................................................................................13
Installing or Removing the Optional Lens....................................................14
Removing the Existing Lens From the Projector..................................................14
Installing the New Lens........................................................................................15
Powering On/Off the Projector.....................................................................16
Powering On the Projector...................................................................................16
Powering Off the Projector...................................................................................17
Warning Indicator.................................................................................................17
Adjusting the Projected Image.....................................................................18
Adjusting the Projector’s Height...........................................................................18
Adjusting Projected Image Position Using PureShift...........................................19
Adjusting Projection Image Size..........................................................................21
User Controls .......................................................................................23
Remote Control ...........................................................................................23
On-screen Display Menus...........................................................................25
How to operate ....................................................................................................25
Menu Tree ...................................................................................................26
Image...................................................................................................................27
Image | Advanced................................................................................................29
Image | Advanced | PureEngine ..........................................................................31
Display.................................................................................................................32
System.................................................................................................................35
System | Lamp Settings.......................................................................................38
System | Startup Image .......................................................................................39
Setup....................................................................................................................40

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Appendicess.........................................................................................43
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................43
Image Problems...................................................................................................43
Other Problems....................................................................................................44
Projector Status Indication...................................................................................45
Remote Control Problems....................................................................................47
Replacing the Lamp.....................................................................................48
Compatibility Modes....................................................................................51
RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List............................................52
RS232 Pin Assignments ......................................................................................52
RS232 Protocol Function List ..............................................................................53
Ceiling Mount Installation ............................................................................56
Optoma Global Ofces ................................................................................57
Regulation & Safety Notices........................................................................59

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Usage Notice
Safety Information
The lightning ash with arrow head within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH
VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE
CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
Class B emissions limits
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Important Safety Instruction
1. Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of
the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to
install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an
example, do not place the projector on a crowded coffee table, sofa,
bed, etc. Do not put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case
or a cabinet that restricts air ow.
2. Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk of
re and/or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or
moisture.
3. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or
any other apparatus such as ampliers that emits heat.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
6. Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused.
Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to):
▀■ Unit has been dropped.
▀■ Power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
▀■ Liquid has been spilled on to the projector.
▀■ Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture.
▀■ Something has fallen in the projector or something is loose inside.
Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call
Optoma before you send the unit for repair.
7. Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch
dangerous voltage points and short out parts that could result in re or
electric shock.
8. See projector enclosure for safety related markings.
9. The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.

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Usage Notice
Precautions
Please follow all warnings, precautions and
maintenance as recommended in this user’s
guide.
When the lamp reaches
the end of its life, the
projector will not turn
back on until the lamp
module has been
replaced. To replace
the lamp, follow the
procedures listed under
“Replacing the Lamp”
section on page 45.
▀■ Warning- Do not look into the projector’s lens when the
lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your
eyes.
▀■ Warning- To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do
not expose this projector to rain or moisture.
▀■ Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the
projector as this may cause electric shock.
▀■ Warning- When replacing the lamp, please allow the
unit to cool down. Follow instructions as
described on page 48.
▀■ Warning- This projector will detect the life of the lamp
itself. Please be sure to change the lamp
when it shows warning messages.
▀■ Warning- Reset the “Lamp Reset” function from the
on-screen display “System|Lamp Setting”
menu after replacing the lamp module
(refer to page 38).
▀■ Warning- When switching the projector off, please
ensure the cooling cycle has been completed
before disconnecting power. Allow 90 seconds
for the projector to cool down.
▀■ Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in
operation.
▀■ Warning- When the lamp is approaching to the end of its
life time, the message “Replacement
suggested” will show on the screen.
Please contact your local reseller or service
center to change the lamp as soon as
possible.
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Usage Notice
Do:
▀■Turn off and unplug the power plug from the AC outlet before
cleaning the product.
▀■Use a soft dry cloth with mild detergent to clean the display
housing.
▀■Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not
being used for a long period of time.
Do not:
▀■Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for
ventilation.
▀■Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.
▀■Use under the following conditions:
- In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.
Ensure that the ambient room temperature is
within 5 - 35°C
Relative Humidity is 5 - 35°C, 80% (Max.), non-condensing
- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic eld.
- In direct sunlight.

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Usage Notice
Eye Safety Warnings
▀■Avoid staring/facing directly into the projector beam at all
times. Keep your back to the beam as much as possible.
▀■When projector is used in a classroom, adequately supervise
students when they are asked to point out something on the
screen.
▀■In order to minimize the lamp power, use room blinds to
reduce ambient light levels.

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Introduction
Option lens
(Standard lens, Long throw lens,
Short throw lens)
Package Overview
Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all
parts listed below are in the box. If something is
missing, please contact Optoma customer service.
Documentation :
User’s Manual
Warranty Card
Quick Start Card
WEEE Card
Due to different
applications in each
Country, some regions
may have different
accessories.
2 x AA Batteries
Projector with lens cap
Note
Note
Remote Control Backup Remote Control
CR2025
3V
Backup Remote Battery 12V Trigger Connector
(EMEA/USA*2, ASIA*1)
RS232 Cable 2.0m HDMI Cable 1.8m
(Europe Only)
Composite Video Cable
1.8m
(Not Available in European Version)
Power Cord 1.8m

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Introduction
Product Overview
1. Lens Shift Adjustment Cover
2. IR Receiver
3. Tilt-Adjustment Feet
4. Lamp Replacement Cover
5. Zoom
6. Focus
7. Vertical and Horizontal Lens Shift Adjustment Control and
Lens Release
8. Backup Remote Tray
9. LED Indicators
10. Power Button
11. Connection Ports
Main Unit
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Introduction
Connection Ports
1. Composite Video
2. Component Video
3. HDMI 1
4. HDMI 2
5. HDMI 3
6. Service connector (USB B-TYPE )
7. Backup Remote Tray
8. IR Receiver
9. Power Button
10. LED Indicators
11. 12V OUT B
12. 12V OUTA
13. RS232
14. Power Socket
15. Main Power Switch
16. S-Video
17. VGA Input
18. Kensington MicrosaverTM Lock Port
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Introduction
Remote Control
1. Power On
2. Power Off
3. PureEngine
4. Brite Mode
5. Advanced
6. Four Directional Select
Keys
7. Mode
8. Edge Mask
9. 12V OUT A On/Off
10. Re-Sync
11. VGA
12. HDMI 3
13. Video
14. HDMI 2
15. S-Video
16. Native
17. YPbPr
18. HDMI 1
19. 16:9
20. 4:3
21. Letter-Box
22. Overscan
23. Menu
24. Enter
25. Color
26. DynamicBlack
27. Contrast
28. Brightness
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