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EX321U/EX241U ENGLISH DLP™ PROJECT OR MODEL EX321U/EX241U User Manual This User Manual is important to you. Please read it before using your projector .
EN-2 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilatera l triangle is intended to alert the user to the prese nce of unins u- lated "dangerous voltage" withi n the product’ s enclosure t hat may be of suf ficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
EN-3 ENGLISH WA R N I N G • If the projector comes with a lens cap, please note tha t the lens cap is for protecting the lens. I f you leave the lens cap on the lens with the projector turned on, it may be deformed because of heat build- up. Remove the lens cap when you turn on th e projector .
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EN-5 ENGLISH Import ant safeguards Please read all these instructions regarding your projector and ret ain them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projecto r . 1. Read instructions All the safety and operating instr uctions should be read before the appliance is operated.
EN-6 WA R N I N G : Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector . Do not operate if smoke, stra nge noise or odor comes out of your pro- jector . It may cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immedi - ately and contact yo ur dealer .
EN-7 ENGLISH Projector exterior view 1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 8 for details.) 2. Lamp cover 3. V ent (heated air exhaust) 4. Quick-release button 5. Focus ring and Zoom ring 6. Front IR remote sensor 7. Projection lens 8.
EN-8 Controls and functions Pr ojector 1. Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projecte d image. See "Fine- tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for details. 2. Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the image. See "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for details.
EN-9 ENGLISH Remote contro l 1. POWER (ON/ST ANDBY) T oggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Star ting up the projector" on page 21 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 33 for details. 2. FREEZE Freezes the projecte d image.
EN-10 Using the remote control for the first time Pull the tab before using the remote control. Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front of the pr ojector .
EN-11 ENGLISH Positioning your projector Choosing a location Y our room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select.
EN-12 Obtaining a pr eferr ed projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting (if available), and the video format each factors in the projected image size.
EN-13 ENGLISH How to determine the position of the pr ojector for a given screen size 1. Determine the aspect ratio of your screen, 16:9 or 4:3. If you have a 4:3 screen, refer to the table labeled "(Standard)" . If you have a 16:9 screen, refer to the table labeled "(16:9)" .
EN-14 Layout of the pr ojector Image size varies depending on the dis tance between the screen and the projector . Front pr ojection (S tandard) EX321U (4:3) EX241U (4:3) Image size Distance from the screen : L Hd Diagonal Size Width: W Height: H Shortest (Wide) Longest (T ele ) inch cm inch cm inch cm inch m inch m inch cm 40 102 32 81 24 61 48 1.
EN-15 ENGLISH (16:9) EX321U EX241U The above figures are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurement s. Mitsubishi recommends that if you intend to permanently install the pr.
EN-16 Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector , be sure to: 1. T urn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • See the owner’s guide of each device for details about its connections.
EN-17 ENGLISH Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector to an external monitor following the instructions below: T o connect the pr ojector to a monitor: 1.
EN-18 Connecting an HDMI device Y ou should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices. T o connect the pr ojector to an HDMI device: 1. T a ke an HDMI cable and conne ct one end to the HDMI output port of the video device.
EN-19 ENGLISH The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: If the selected video image is not displayed af ter the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly .
EN-20 Connecting a composite V ideo source device Examine your V ideo source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite V ideo output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this p rocedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
EN-21 Operation S tarting up the pr ojector 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. T urn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that t he POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power h as been applied.
EN-22 Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Below is an example about how to set the OSD language. 1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control to turn the OSD menu on.
EN-23 ENGLISH Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security . The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus" on page 22 .
EN-24 Password: __ __ __ __ __ __ Keep this number in a safe place. 5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password. 6. Y ou have successfully assigned a new password to the projector . Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started.
EN-25 ENGLISH Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick- release adjuster foot a nd 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. T o adjust the projector: 1.
EN-26 Corr ecting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not pe rpendicular to the screen. T o correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector , you will need to manually correct it following on e of these ste ps.
EN-27 ENGLISH Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.
EN-28 Optimizing the image Selecting a pictur e mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your ope rating environment and input signal picture type. T o select a operation mode that suits your need, you can follow one of the following steps.
EN-29 ENGLISH Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type, there are some user -definable functions available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected. Y ou can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs.
EN-30 3D Color Management In most installation situati ons, color management will not be necessa ry , such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where buildin g external windows allow daylight into the room.
EN-31 ENGLISH Setting the pr esentation timer The presentation time r can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations.
EN-32 Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter , you can use BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. Press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the image. The word ' BLANK ' appears at the lower right corner of th e screen while the image is hidden.
EN-33 ENGLISH 1. Repeat steps 1-2 above. 2. Press to highlight Volume and press / to select a desired sound level. Standby Audio Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output an Audio input signal when it is in standby mode and Audio input and Audio out jack is correctly connected to devices.
EN-34 3D W atching 3D Content Y ou can enjoy 3D Content with this projector . In order to watch 3D Content, you need to have the following items: 1. Field-sequential 3D video contents 2. DLP Link active electr onic shutter glasses (Field-sequentia l: The syst em which displays alte rnately the im age for the le ft eye and the right eye.
EN-35 ENGLISH • 3D image may not appear on the screen depending on the PC performance such as graphics board, memory , or CPU. • The signals in the below t able can be displayed with viewing 3D Content s on the projector . If a different signal is fed, the projector shows no 3D contents even with the 3D option set to On in the DISPLAY menu.
EN-36 Supervising and controlling by computer W ith a proper LAN cable connection and LAN Control settings, you can operate the projector from a computer using a web browser or PJLink™ application (EX321U o nly) when the computer and the projector are connected to the same local area network.
EN-37 ENGLISH Contr olling the pr ojector r emotely thr ough a web br owser (e-Contr ol™) Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby state, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projecto r .
EN-38 iv . Once set, access to the remote network operation page on this projector has been password-protected. T o enable this function, check the box in front of "Enable" and type in your desired password in the New Password column and confirm the new password by re-entering the new pa ssword at the Confirm column.
EN-39 ENGLISH About PJLink™ • T o use PJLink™ function, the PJLink™ application software is required. • For the specifications of PJLink™, access to the W eb site of Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association (JBMIA).
EN-40 • The PJLink "INPT?" will be replied only when the source is displayed on screen. When there is no signal, only "Unavailable T ime!" will be answered.
EN-41 ENGLISH Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menu s vary according to th e signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Options 1. DISPLAY Wall Screen Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/ Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto /Real/4:3/16:9 Keystone Position Phase H.
EN-42 Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items are accessible.
EN-43 ENGLISH Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Wall Screen Corrects the projected picture’ s color when the projection surface is not white. See "Using W all Screen" on page 30 for detail s. Aspect Ratio There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input signal source.
EN-44 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Setting Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 28 for details. Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the image.
EN-45 ENGLISH FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Presentation Timer Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 31 for details. Language Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.
EN-46 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Security Settings Change password Y ou will be asked to ente r the current password before cha nging to a new one. Power on lock See "Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details.
EN-47 ENGLISH Maintenance Car e of the projector Y our projector needs maintenance from time to time, depending on the environmental circumstances, and should be done by authorized service technicians only . Contact your dealer for instructions. The only thing you can do yourselves on a regular basis is to keep the lens and cabinet clean.
EN-48 Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer .
EN-49 ENGLISH T iming of replacing the lamp When the lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears sugges ting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer . An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
EN-50 Replacing the lamp Spare lamp for EX321U: VL T -EX320LP Spare lamp for EX241U: VL T - EX240LP • Be sure to replace the lamp with a new lamp sep a rately sold that is excl usive to this projector .
EN-51 ENGLISH 5. Loosen the scre w that secures the lamp. 6. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projecto r . • Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector .
EN-52 13. Restart the projector . Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. Resetting the lamp timer 14. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER .
EN-53 ENGLISH Indicators Light St atus & Description Power Te m p Lamp Power events Orange Off Off Stand-by mode Green Flashing Off Off Powering up Green Off Off Normal operation Orange Flashing Off Red • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shu t down without the normal cooling down process.
EN-54 T roubleshooting The projector does not turn on. No picture Blurred image Remote control does not work The password is incorrect The LAN function cannot be us ed Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cable. Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector , and plug the power cord into the power outlet.
EN-55 ENGLISH Specifications Pr ojector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name DLP™ Projector Model name EX321U EX241U Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.
EN-56 Dimensions 282 mm (W) x 92 mm (H) x 229 mm (D) (Not including protrusion) T iming chart Supported timing for PC input * The projector only supports the timing (720 x 400) with 5 lines (R, G , B, H, V).
EN-57 ENGLISH Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input Resolution Mode V ertical Frequ ency (Hz) Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Clock (MHz) 720 x 400 720x400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221 640 x 480 VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 VGA_75 75.
EN-58 Supported timing for Component-YP b P r input Displaying a 1080i(1 125i)@60Hz or 10 80i(1 125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibr ation. Supported timing for V ideo and S-V ideo inputs What’ s included in the box Replacement part Signal Format Horizont al Frequency (kHz) V ertical Frequency (Hz) 480i(525i)@60Hz 15.
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