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Notice This manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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The chapter explains how to install and set up the HP digital projector. ■ “What’s in the Box?” on page 8 ■ “Identifying Common Features” on page 9 ■ “Setting Up the Projector” on page 16 ■ “Turning On and Off” on page 27 ■...
Setting Up What’s in the Box? Before setting up your projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items. If the shipping box does not contain any of the following items, contact HP. Identifying the contents of the box Symbol...
Identifying the contents of the box Symbol Item Composite RCA video cable Mini-phone audio cable Identifying Common Features This section identifies common features and functions of the projector. ■ “Projector at a glance” on page 10 ■ “Projector buttons and lights” on page 11 ■...
Releases lamp housing for replacement. Adjusts the height of the picture and extends the supports. Adds extra stability to the projector. Secures the projector using a cable lock. Receives signals from the remote control (one on each side). User’s Guide...
Projector buttons and lights Identifying buttons and lights on the projector Symbol Item Enter button, back button, and directional arrows Source button Theater video button Business graphics button Power button Lamp-warning light Temperature-warning light Auto sync button User’s Guide Function Change projector settings using the on-screen menu.
Connects various equipment with analog- and digital-video output, including computers. Also supports USB-device output for controlling a mouse. Connects video input from devices like VCRs and DVD players. Connects video input from devices like VCRs. Connects audio source. Connects power cord to projector. User’s Guide...
Perform left-click and right-click functions for a connected computer. Hides the display. Switches to the next input source. Powers on and off the projector. Turns on the laser pointer. Moves the mouse pointer on a connected computer. Setting Up...
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Item Theater video button Menu buttons Auto sync Business graphics button Function Optimizes the picture for video input. Change projector settings using the on-screen menu. Resynchronizes the projector to the input signal. Optimizes the picture for data input. User’s Guide...
Accessories HP offers accessories that can enhance the operation of your HP projector. See your projector dealer or visit http://www.hp.com to purchase accessories such as these: ■ Smart attachment module (connect a computer through your local network, add an optional 802.11b card for wireless computer connections, and more) ■...
Setting Up Setting Up the Projector This section describes how to set up, plan, and connect the projector. ■ “To position projector” on page 17 ■ “To set up on a table” on page 19 ■ “To connect power” on page 19 ■...
To position projector The following tables show you where to position the projector in relation to the screen. Identifying image size relative to distance from screen Image size (diagonal) 30 in. 0.8 m 40 in. 1.0 m 60 in. 1.5 m 80 in.
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= B width of screen = 0.8 × diagonal of screen (for 4:3 screen) projector lens below bottom of screen = C × width of screen (for 4:3 screen) A = 1.67 to 2.00 B = 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft)
To set up on a table 1. Place the projector on a stable platform located 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) in front of the screen. Ideally, the platform should be lower than the bottom of the screen.
Setting Up To connect a computer Computer with VGA port 1. Connect the M1-to-VGA/USB cable between the M1 port on the projector the VGA port on the computer 2. (Optional) To allow the remote control to function as the computer mouse,...
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The connections are similiar to the VGA computer connection. For a visual aid, see the previous image. 1. Connect an M1-to-DVI/USB cable (available from HP) between the M1 port on the projector 2. (Optional) To allow the remote control to function as the computer mouse,...
Not all handhelds come with VGA-out ports. For example, the iPAQ Pocket PC requires a VGA-out PC Card with 15-pin connector. 2. Connect an M1-to-VGA/USB cable between the M1 port on the projector the other end to the VGA-out PC Card on the organizer.
To connect video sources S-video connection Many DVD players and VCRs have S-video output. 1. Connect the S-video cable between the S-video port on the projector video device 2. (Optional) To get audio, connect the mini-phone audio cable between the audio port on the projector audio connectors, use a mini-phone to RCA adapter or cable.
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Many VCRs and other video equipment have composite video output, a single RCA video output connector. 1. Connect the composite video cable (RCA connector) between the composite video port on the projector 2. (Optional) To get audio, connect the mini-phone audio cable between the audio port on the projector audio connectors, use a mini-phone to RCA adapter or cable.
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Many DVD players and other high-quality video devices provide component video output, usually three RCA connectors labeled YPbPr or YCbCr. 1. Connect an M1-to-component-video cable (available from HP) between the M1 port on the projector 2. (Optional) To get audio, connect the mini-phone audio cable between the audio port on the projector audio connectors, use a mini-phone to RCA adapter or cable.
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RCA adapter or cable. ✎ The SCART connector on the HP adapter cable contains a switch. If the picture does not seem clear with the switch set to one, set it to two. and the video device .
3. Press the power button remote control. 4. Connect and power on the source, such as computer, handheld organizer, or DVD player. See “Setting Up the Projector” on page 16 for more information. User’s Guide on either side of the lens cap...
Otherwise, you might shorten the life of the lamp. If you try to turn on the projector again during the cool-down period, it does not turn on. Wait until the cool-down period ends and the power button stops blinking.
“To adjust the focus and zoom” on page 30 To aim the projector ✎ Whenever you press the tilt button to aim the projector, the supports pop out from the base and provide extra stability. ■ To raise the projected picture on the screen, press the tilt button...
1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft). 2. Rotate the zoom ring to adjust the picture size from 100 to 120%. If the picture does not fit the screen, you might have to move the projector closer to the screen.
The chapter explains how to give presentations with the projector. ■ “Using the Remote Control” on page 31 ■ “Showing Presentations” on page 33 Using the Remote Control ■ To turn the project on or off, press the power button ■...
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From within a distance of 9 m (30 ft), aim the remote control at the side of the projector. If you are facing more toward the front or back of the projector, you might have to be as close as 2 m (6 ft).
For the mouse and page-up at the side of the projector from within a distance of 9 m (30 ft). If you are facing more toward the front or back of the projector, you might have to be as close as 2 m (6 ft).
Giving Presentations To change the source To change the source, either: ■ Press the source button on the projector or remote control. ■ Open the on-screen menu, select Input, and select the port to which the input source is connected.
If the picture has slanted edges on the screen, you can straighten them. This is done by making long edges shorter until the picture is straight. 1. Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Keystone correction. 2. Adjust the keystone settings as needed using the menu buttons on the projector or remote control: ❏...
1. Open the on-screen menu and select Setup. 2. Set the setup adjustments as needed. From the Setup menu, you can select settings such as menu language, projector position, and lamp saver mode. To get descriptions for all available setup adjustments, see “Setup menu” on page 44.
Adjusting the Projector Using the On-Screen Menu This section explains how to navigate the on-screen menu and provides function definitions. The tables in this section describe all the functions available in the on-screen menu for the firmware version at publication. If your firmware is a different version, some menus might differ from those shown.
To change settings using the on-screen menu You can change the on-screen menu settings with either the buttons on the projector or on the remote control. 1. Press enter on the projector or the remote control to open the on-screen menu.
Adjusting the Projector Quick choice menu This menu provides quick access to commonly used functions from other menus. The menu in your projector might differ from the menu shown below. Quick choice Keystone correction Reset keystone correction Next input Auto-sync...
Shows the input to the S-video port. This usually connects to a video device, such as a VCR, camcorder, or DVD player. This connection is normally considered a video input. Sets whether the projector automatically searches for input signals and displays the next one found. Adjusting the Projector...
Adjusts the intensity of colors. Shifts colors toward red or green. Sharpens or softens the image. Shifts colors toward red or blue. Adjusts the timing of the projector relative to a computer graphics card. Synchronizes the projector to a computer graphics card.
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User’s Guide Resets keystone correction to zero. Selects the proportions of the image that is not automatically corrected by the projector. • To automatically adapt to most inputs, select Best Fit. • To stretch the picture to cover the entire projection area, select Fill.
Selects the language for the menus. Sets a lower light output for longer lamp life. Adjusts the image to match the orientation of the projector: upright or upside-down, in front of or behind the screen. Inverts or reverses the image accordingly.
Help menu Help About this projector Diagnostics User’s Guide Displays information and status for the projector. Show tests for checking the operation of the projector and the remote control. Adjusting the Projector...
“To replace the battery in the remote control” on page 50 To get the projector status ■ Open the on-screen menu and select Help > About this projector. This screen shows information and status for the projector. To clean the projector lens ■...
For a ceiling installation, wear goggles and gloves when removing the lamp module. If the lamp is broken, contact HP about repairs that might be required. ■ Because the lamp assembly operates at a very high temperature, wait 30 minutes before removing the lamp module.
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Maintaining the Projector 6. Turn on the projector. If the lamp does not turn on after the warm-up period, try reinstalling the lamp again. 7. Open the on-screen menu and select Setup > Reset lamp hours. Å WARNING: The lamp contains a small amount of mercury. If the lamp breaks, adequately ventilate the area where the breakage occurred.
Maintaining the Projector To replace the battery in the remote control 1. Slide the remote control case open to reveal the battery compartment. 2. On the back of the remote control remove the battery cover batteries. 3. Remove the old batteries and install two new AAA batteries 4.
Help > About this projector. Check for updated versions at http://www.hp.com/go/proj_firmware. USB method 1. On a computer with a VGA port and USB port, go to the HP projector upgrade website (see introduction for this section) and download the latest file intended for a USB upgrade.
“To lock the projector” on page 57 To mount the projector on a tripod The projector includes standard tripod mount on the bottom of the projector. This allows the projector to be mounted on tripods readily available at camera and other electronic stores. Ä...
4. Attach the projector and tripod mounting block to the tripod according to the tripod manufacturer’s instructions. To install on a table This installation is covered in detail in Chapter 1. See “Setting Up the Projector” on page 16 for more information. User’s Guide...
3. Attach the ceiling-mount bracket to the ceiling, and firmly secure with four screws capable of holding 4 kg (10 lb). The ceiling-mount bracket must be located 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) in front of the screen. See the table in “Setting Up the Projector” on page 16.
Installing Permanently To install for rear projection 1. Place the projector 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) behind a translucent screen that is designed for rear projection. See “To set up on a table” on page 19 or “To install on the ceiling” on page 55 for more instructions.
Installing Permanently To lock the projector The projector includes a built-in slot to secure the projector with a cable and a lock (such as the Kensington MicroSaver lock system, available at many computer stores). 1. Wrap the cable around a secure object, such as a table leg. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object, and be sure it cannot slip off.
To use this section, find the problem statement that is closest to your problem, then try each bulleted item one at a time until your problem is fixed. If the suggestions do not solve your problem, contact HP. See the Support Guide included with the projector. ■...
If nothing is projected but the projector seems to start up: ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ If the projector makes a “ticking” sound, if the projector lamp does not turn on, and if the lamp indicator is on or blinking: ❏ ❏ ❏...
Picture problems If the image is not displayed on the screen, but the HP startup screen is displayed: ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ If the wrong input source is displayed: ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ User’s Guide Press the source button on the projector or remote control.
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Setup > Projector position, and select the correct setting. Adjust the zoom ring on top of the projector. Be sure the projector is 1.2 to 12 m (4 to 40 ft) from the projection screen. Open the on-screen menu and select Adjust picture > Aspect ratio.
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VGA port and the built-in screen. See the computer manual or the projector’s video port guide. If the theater video button on the projector is not lit, try pressing the theater video button on the projector or remote control.
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Such content cannot be displayed by this projector. If the device has another output port, such as S-video, try connecting that port to the projector. If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 15 seconds before reconnecting power. + up...
Allow it to cool for several minutes. If airflow is obstructed, remove the obstruction. If possible, remove any sources of excess heat in the room. If the condition occurs after restarting the projector, contact HP to have the projector serviced or repaired. Fixing Problems...
If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. If the lamp breaks, contact HP about repairs that might be required. If the indicator light on the front of the remote control blinks when you press buttons, the remote control is working properly.
Testing the Projector The on-screen menu contains diagnostic tests you can use to verify the proper operation of the projector and the remote control. To run the projector diagnostics 1. Open the on-screen menu and select Help > Diagnostics. 2. Select a test to perform.
“Safety Information” on page 75 ■ “Regulatory Information” on page 77 Specifications Because HP continually improves its products, the following specifications are subject to change. For the latest specifications, visit the HP website at http://www.hp.com. Identifying the projector specifications Luminance Resolution Technology...
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Remote control Mounting options Security Power (continued) On left and right sides of projector 197 mm x 78 mm x 231 mm (7.8 in. × 3.0 in. × 9.1 in.) 1.7 kg (3.8 lb) 2.02 to 1.68 throw ratio (distance/width) 1.2:1...
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Identifying the projector specifications Noise level Environment User’s Guide (continued) 37 dBA Operating: Temperature: 10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F) Humidity: 80% RH max, non-condensing Altitude: up to 3,000 m (10,000 ft), up to 25°C (77°F) Storage: Temperature: -20 to 55°C (-4 to 131°F)
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Reference Analog Video Mode Compatibility Compatibility SVGA SXGA SXGA+ MAC LC 13 MAC II 13 Resolution V-Sync (Hz) 640 x 350 640 x 350 640 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600...
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Analog Video Mode Compatibility Compatibility MAC 16 MAC 19 MAC G4 MAC G4 MAC G4 i Mac DV i Mac DV i Mac DV i Mac DV i Mac DV i Mac DV User’s Guide (continued) Resolution V-Sync (Hz) 832 x 624 74.55 1024 x 768 1152 x 870...
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Reference Digital Video Mode Compatibility Compatibility SVGA SXGA Resolution V-Sync (Hz) 640 x 350 640 x 350 640 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600...
■ Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully. ■ If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center. ■ Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the unit. ■...
Class 1 LED devices according to International Standard IEC 825-1 (EN60825-1). This device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: ■ If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center. ■ Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the unit. ■...
This section presents information that shows how your digital projector complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your digital projector not expressly approved by HP could void the authority to operate the digital projector in these regions. U.S.A.
94304. Phone: (650) 857-1501. User’s Guide DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Hewlett Packard Company Hewlett Packard Company Digital Projection & Imaging 1000 NE Circle Blvd. Corvallis, OR 97330-4239 Digital Projector mp3130 CRVSB-03AP Reference Steve Brown, General Manager...
15 adjust picture 37 aiming the projector raising and lowering 29 analog video mode compatibility 72 audio adjusting 37 back panel identifying 12 business graphics mode see picture mode buttons projector 11 remote control 13 ceiling installation setting up 55...
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37 picture mode changing 32 definition 36 power turning off 28 turning on 27 presentations changing source 34 from a computer 33 projector adjusting 35 identifying parts 10 maintaining 47 setting up 16 troubleshooting 59 upgrading 51 User’s Guide...
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34 specifications of the projector 69 User’s Guide status of projector 47 S-video connection connecting video source 23 table installation setting up 19 testing...