DLP™ PROJECTOR
MODELEX321U-ST/EW331U-ST
User Manual
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EX321U-ST/EW331U-ST
This User Manual is important to you.
Please read it before using your projector.
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 uninsu-
lated "dangerous voltage" within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
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 PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUT-
LET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NOTE:
SINCE THIS PROJECTOR IS PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND
SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
WARNING
Use the attached specified power supply cord. If you use another
power supply cord, it may cause interference with radio and television
reception.
Use the attached RGB cable with this equipment so as to keep interfer-
ence within the limits of an FCC Class B device.
This apparatus must be grounded.
DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS WHEN THE
PROJECTOR IS IN THE POWER ON MODE.
CAUTION
Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Pro-
tection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/
NFPA 75.
The attached power cord is to be used exclusively for this product.
Never use it for other products.
When using the projector in Europe:
COMPLIANCE NOTICE
This Projector complies with the requirements of the EC Directive
2004/108/EC "EMC Directive" and 2006/95/EC "Low Voltage Direc-
tive".
The electro-magnetic susceptibility has been chosen at a level that
gains proper operation in residential areas, on business and light
industrial premises and on small-scale enterprises, inside as well as
outside of the buildings. All places of operation are characterized by
their connection to the public low voltage power supply system.
WARNING
Use the attached RGB cable with this equipment so as to keep interfer-
ence within the limits of an EN55022 Class B device.
When using the projector in South Korea:
WARNING
Use the attached RGB cable with this equipment so as to keep interfer-
ence within the limits of a K00022 Class B device.
Please follow WARNING instructions.
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Note: This symbol mark is for EU
countries only.
This symbol mark is according to
the directive 2002/96/EC Article 10
Information for users and Annex
IV, and/or to the directive 2006/66/
EC Article 20 Information for end-
users and Annex II.
Your MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components which can be recycled and/or reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumula-
tors, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.
If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol shown above, this chemical sym-
bol means that the battery or accumulator contains a heavy metal at a certain concen-
tration. This will be indicated as follows:
Hg: mercury (0,0005%), Cd: cadmium (0,002%), Pb: lead (0,004%)
In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and
electronic products, batteries and accumulators.
Please, dispose of this equipment, batteries and accumulators correctly at your local
community waste collection/recycling centre.
Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!
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WARNING
• The lens cap is for protecting the lens. If 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 the projector.
• One of power cords for the U.S., Europe/Indonesia, U.K., Australia,
South Korea and Argentina is provided appropriately.
• This projector uses the power plug of three-pin grounding type. Do
not remove the grounding pin from the power plug. If the power plug
doesn’t fit your wall outlet, ask an electrician to change the wall out-
let.
In case that the power cord for the U.S. is provided with this projec-
tor, never connect this cord to any outlet or power supply using other
voltages or frequencies than rated. If you want to use a power sup-
ply using other voltage than rated, prepare an appropriate power
cord separately.
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• Use 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz to prevent fire or electric shock.
• Do not place any objects on the power cord or do not place the pro-
jector near heat sources to prevent damage to the power cord. If the
power cord should be damaged, contact your dealer for replace-
ment because it may cause fire or electric shock.
• Do not modify or alter the power cord. If the power cord is modified
or altered, it may cause fire or electric shock.
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Contents
Important safeguards ............................................................................................................................. 5
Projector exterior view .......................................................................................................................... 7
Controls and functions........................................................................................................................... 8
Positioning your projector ................................................................................................................... 11
Connection........................................................................................................................................... 16
Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Adjusting the projected image............................................................................................................. 25
Optimizing the image .......................................................................................................................... 28
3D ........................................................................................................................................................ 34
Supervising and controlling by computer............................................................................................ 36
Menu operation.................................................................................................................................... 41
Maintenance......................................................................................................................................... 47
Lamp information ................................................................................................................................ 48
Indicators ............................................................................................................................................. 53
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................... 54
Specifications....................................................................................................................................... 55
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number:
Trade Name:
Responsible party:
Telephone number:
EX321U-ST/EW331U-ST
MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
Mitsubishi Electric Visual Solutions America, Inc.
9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A
+1-(949) 465-6000
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Trademark, Registered trademark
Macintosh is registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
DLP™, Digital Micromirror Device, DMD, and BrilliantColor™ are all trademarks of Texas Instruments.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks, trademarks, or trade names of Microsoft Corpo-
ration in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Important safeguards
Please read all these instructions regarding your projector and retain
them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the projector.
1.
Read instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the appliance is operated.
Retain instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
2.
3. Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
Instructions
All operating instructions must be followed.
Cleaning
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet before cleaning it. Do
not use liquid aerosol cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for clean-
ing.
Attachments and equipment
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the
approval of the manufacturer as such additions may result in the
risk of fire, electric shock or other personal injury.
Do not use this projector near water or in contact with water.
Accessories
Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod bracket, or
table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the projec-
tor. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Water and moisture
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12. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in a fire or electric shock.
13. Objects and liquids
Never push objects of any kind through openings of this projector
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the projector.
14. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this projector yourself. Refer all servic-
ing to qualified service personnel.
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15. Damage requiring service
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
(a)
(b)
If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the pro-
jector.
If the projector does not operate normally after you follow the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. An improper adjust-
ment of other controls may result in damage and may often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the projector to its normal operation.
If the projector has been exposed to rain or water.
If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
If the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance -
this indicates a need for service.
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
16. Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure that the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufac-
turer or parts having the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
17. Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repair to this projector, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks determining that the
projector is in a safe operating condition.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation,
ensuring reliable operation of the projector and to protect it from
overheating. Do not block these openings or allow them to be
blocked by placing the projector on a bed, sofa, rug, or bookcase.
Ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that the manufac-
turer’s instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power sources
This projector should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power, please consult your appliance dealer or local
power company.
11. Power-cord protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience recepta-
cles, and points where they exit from the appliance. Do not put
the power cord under a carpet.
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WARNING:
Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with
your projector.
Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your pro-
jector. It may cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immedi-
ately and contact your dealer.
Never remove the cabinet.
This projector contains high voltage circuitry. An inadvertent contact
may result in an electric shock. Except as specifically explained in User
Manual, do not attempt to service this product by yourself. Please con-
tact your dealer when you want to fix, adjust, or inspect the projector.
Do not modify the projector.
It can lead to fire or electric shock.
Do not keep using the damaged projector.
If the projector is dropped and the cabinet is damaged, unplug the pro-
jector and contact your dealer for inspection. It may lead to fire if you
keep using the damaged projector.
Do not face the projection lens to the sun.
It can lead to fire.
Use correct voltage.
If you use incorrect voltage, it can lead to fire.
Do not place the projector on uneven surface.
Place the projector on a level and stable surface only.
Do not look into the lens when the projector is operating.
It may hurt your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when the
projector is on.
Do not unplug the power cord during operation.
It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or other trouble. Wait
for the fan to stop before unplugging the power cord.
Do not touch the air outlet grilles and bottom plate.
Do not touch them or put other equipment close to the air outlet grilles
because they become hot during operation. The heated air outlet
grilles and bottom plate may cause injury or damage to other equip-
ment. Also, do not put the projector on a desk that is easily affected by
heat.
Do not look into the air outlet grilles when projector is
operating.
Heat, dust, etc. may blow out of them and hurt your eyes.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet grilles.
If they are blocked, heat may be generated inside the projector, caus-
ing deterioration in the projector quality and fire.
Do not use flammable solvents (benzene, thinner, etc.)
and flammable aerosols near the projector.
Flammable substances may ignite causing fire or breakdown because
the temperature inside the projector rises very high while the lamp is
illuminating.
Do not use the projector with condensation on it.
It can lead to breakdown or other failure.
Place of installation
For safety’s sake, do not use the projector at any place subjected to
high temperature and high humidity. Please maintain an operating tem-
perature, humidity, and altitude as specified below.
• Operating temperature: between +41°F (+5°C) and +95°F (+35°C)
• Operating humidity: between 30% and 90%
• Never put any heat-producing device under the projector to prevent
the projector from being overheated.
• Do not install the projector at a place that is unstable or subject to
vibration.
• Do not install the projector near any equipment that produces a
strong magnetic field. Also refrain from installing the projector near
any cable carrying a large amount of current.
• Place the projector on a solid, vibration-free surface. Otherwise it
may fall, causing serious injury or damage.
• Do not stand the projector on its end. It may fall, causing serious
injury or damage.
• Slanting the projector more than ±10° (right and left) or ±15° (front
and rear) may cause trouble or explosion of the lamp.
• Do not place the projector near air-conditioning unit, heater, or
humidifier to avoid hot or moist air to the exhaust and ventilation
hole of the projector.
• Be sure to use this projector at an altitude of less than 1500 meters.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio / TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mitsubishi could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE OF INDUSTRY CANADA
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Projector exterior view
Front/upper side
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Rear/lower side
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External control panel
(See "Projector" on page 8 for details.)
Lamp cover
Vent (heated air exhaust)
Quick-release button
Lens cover
Focus ring
Front IR remote sensor
Projection lens
Vent (air intake)
Do not replace the lamp immediately after using the projector
because the lamp would be extremely hot and it may cause
burns.
10. RGB signal output socket
11. RGB (PC)/Component Video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal
input socket x 2
12. HDMI input port
13. Serial control port
14. LAN (RJ-45) port
15. Audio input jack
Audio output jack
16. S-Video input socket
Video input socket
17. Kensington lock
18. AC power cord inlet
19. Quick-release foot
20. Security bar
21. Rear adjuster foot
Kensington Lock
This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector
for use with Kensington MicroSaver Security System.
Refer to the information that came with the Kensington System
for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector. Please
contact Kensington Technology Group below.
Kensington Technology Group
2855 Campus Drive
San Mateo, CA 94403, U.S.A.
Phone: +1- (650)572-2700 Fax: +1- (650)572-9675
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Controls and functions
Projector
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4.
Focus ring
Adjusts the focus of the projected image. See "Fine-
tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 for details.
POWER indicator light
Lights up or flashes when the projector is under
operation. See "Indicators" on page 53 for details.
SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar. See "Switching input
signal" on page 24 for details.
Left/BLANK
Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the image"
on page 32 for details.
5. MODE/ENTER
Selects an available picture setup mode. See "Selecting a
picture mode" on page 28 for details.
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu
item.
6. MENU/EXIT
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9.
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes
back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu
settings. See "Using the menus" on page 22 for details.
TEMPerature indicator light
Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too
high. See "Indicators" on page 53 for details.
LAMP indicator light
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes
when the lamp has developed a problem. See
"Indicators" on page 53 for details.
AUTO
Automatically determines the best picture timings for the
displayed image. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on
page 25 for details.
10. Keystone/Arrow keys (
/ Up,
/ Down)
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12.
Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an
angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 25
for details.
Right/
Activates panel key lock. See "Locking control keys" on
page 32 for details.
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated,
the #4, #10, and #11 keys are used as directional arrows
to select the desired menu items and to make
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on page 22 for
details.
II
Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. See
"Starting up the projector" on page 21 and "Shutting
down the projector" on page 33 for details.
POWER (ON/STANDBY)