Please read this manual before using this projector
RLM W8
User’s Guide
USER’S GUIDE
INDEX
Warning, Notices and Safety Instructions  
	
Notice	 	
	
Description	pertaining	to	FCC	Rules	Part	15e:		
	
Warning	and	Safety	Instructions		
Notices	you	should	read	prior	to	the	installation	of	the	projector	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
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Projector parts and functions 
	
Front	view	
	
	
Rear	view	
	
Bottom	view	
	
	
	
Range	of	effective	remote	control	signal	reception	
Installing	batteries	in	the	remote	control	 	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
    
	
	
	
	
	
Quick installation of the projector 
	
	
Throw	distance		
	
Modes	of	installation	
	
Horizontal	and	vertical	lens	shift		
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
Installing the projector 
 
Connecting	the	projector	to	other	devices	
12V	Trigger	connection	 	
	
	
	
RGB	connection	
	
	
RGBs	connection	
IR	INPUT	connection	
	
	
	
S-Video/Video	connection	
	
COMPONENT	connection	
	
Turning	on	the	projector		
Changing	OSD	language	
	
	
Adjusting	screen	orientation	
Adjusting	the	projector	lens	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
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Using the remote control 
OSD Menu Tree  
 
OSD Menu Description 
INPUT					
IMAGE		
LAYOUT	
LAMP	 	
ALIGNMENT	
CONTROL	
SERVICE	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
 
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
 
 
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
Lamp and filter maintenance  
	
Lamp	replacement	
Cleaning	the	filter	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
 
 
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
	
	
 
 
 
	
	
	
	
	
	
	
 
	
	
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Simple troubleshooting and definition of the 
LED indicators   
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Projector specifications  
 
 
 
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Warning, Notices and Safety Instructions
Notice
Please	write	down	your	projector	model	number	and	serial	number	and	keep	the	information	
for	maintenance	purposes	in	the	future.	Should	the	equipment	be	lost	or	stolen,	the	
information	could	also	be	used	for	the	police	report.
Model	number:
Serial	number:
Please	check	the	accessories	that	come	with	the	projector	with	the	following	list.	Should	you	
find	any	missing	accessory,	contact	your	dealer	immediately.
1:	
2:	
3:	
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7:	
8:	
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10:	
11:	
US	specification	power	cord*1
EU	specification	power	cord*1
China	specification	power	cord*1
Remote	control	*1
AA	battery	*2
User's	Guide	*1
Setup	Manual	*1
Safety	Manual	*1
Warranty	Card	*1
WEEE	Notification	Card	*1
CD	ROM	*1
Description pertaining to FCC Rules Part 15e: 
This	device	has	been	tested	and	found	to	comply	with	the	limits	for	a	Class	A	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.If	not	installed	
and	used	in	accordance	with	the	instructions,	may	cause	harmful	interference	to	radio	
or	television	reception.However,	there	is	no	guarantee	that	interference	will	not	occur	in	
a	particular	installation.If	this	equipment	does	cause	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	the	following	measures:			
•	 Reorient	or	relocate	the	receiving	antenna.
•	
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Increase	the	separation	between	the	equipment	and	receiver.
	Connect	the	equipment	in				to	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.
	
This	Class	A	digital	apparatus	meets	all	requirements	of	the	Canadian	ICES-003	Standards.
Cet	appareil	numérique	de	la	classe	A	est	conforme	à	la	norme	NMB-003	du	Canada.	
The	lamp(s)	in	this	product	contain	mercury.This	product	could	contain	other	electronic	
wastes	that	might	be	hazardous	if	not	handled	properly.Please	consult	your	local/state/
federal	regulations	regarding	disposal	or	recycling.
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Hg 	For	more	information,	please	contact	Electronic	Industries	Alliance	(WWW.EIAE.
ORG).
For	information	on	proper	lamp	handling,	visit	WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
	
Warning and Safety Instructions
Special Care for Laser Beams!
Special	care	should	be	considered	when	DLP	projectors	and	high	power	laser	equipment	are	
used	in	the	same	room	as.	
Direct	or	indirect	hit	of	a	laser	beam	on	to	the	projector	lens	can	severely	damage	the	Digital	
Mirror	Devices	(DMD™).	
Sun light Warning 
Avoid	using	the	RLM	W8	in	direct	sun	light.	
Sun	light	on	the	projector	lens	can	severely	damage	the	Digital	Mirror	Devices	(DMD™).	
Never look into the projector light source directly
This	equipment	contains	a	high	brightness	light	source	and	a	portion	
of	the	light	emitted	by	the	projector	is	ultraviolet	light.	Never	look	into	
the	projector	light	source	directly	and	pay	special	attention	to	prevent	
children	from	looking	into	the	projector	light	source	as	it	can	damage	
their	eyes.	
			
AVOID EYE CONTACT TO THE LIGHT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION / TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
The lightning flash with an arrowhead within a triangle
is intended to tell the user that inside this product
may cause risk of electrical shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell
the user that important operating and/or servicing instructions
are included in the technical documentation for this equipment.
Do not turn off the projector by unplugging the power cord.
Under	normal	operations,	be	sure	to	use	the	SOFT	POWER	button	to	turn	off	the	projector	as	
the	internal	cooling	fans	will	remain	working	for	approximately	90	seconds	after	the	projector	
has	been	turned	off	for	the	shutdown	proccess	to	be	completed.	And	as	such,	avoid	shutting	
off	AC	power	to	turn	off	the	projector	since	it	could	lead	to	lamp	malfunctioning	or	damage.	
Electric shock
To	protect	your	projector,	avoid	turning	on	the	projector	during	lightning	storms	and	unplug	it	
from	the	wall	outlet.	This	will	prevent	sudden	electrical	surges	caused	by	the	lightning	from	
damaging	the	projector.
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Do not overload wall outlets/extension cords
Pay	attention	to	the	current	load	of	the	outlet	you	are	using,	be	it	wall	outlet	or	extension	cord	
outlet	to	prevent	fire	or	electric	shock.
Cleaning
When	cleaning	the	projector,	be	sure	to	unplug	it	from	the	wall	outlet	to	prevent	electric	
shock.
Do	not	use	liquid	or	aerosol	cleaners.	Use	a	dry/damp	cloth	with	excessive	moisture	removed	
for	cleaning.	Be	sure	to	use	cleaning	cloth	designed	to	clean	monitors	for	the	projector	to	
prevent	damages	to	the	projector	casing	due	to	abrasion.
Dampness, smoke, steam, dust, high temperature and direct 
exposure to sunlight
Do	not	operate	the	projector	in	environments	where	it	could	be	expose	to	dampness,	smoke,	
steam,	dust,	high	temperature	or	direct	sunlight.For	example:	bathroom,	kitchen,	adjacent	to	
washing	machine,	damp	basement	rooms,	electric	heaters	or	similar	environments.Keeping	
or	operating	the	projector	in	the	above-mentioned	environment	could	lead	to	discoloration,	
mold	formation,	grease	or	damages	to	the	projector.	
Ventilation
The	projector	case	is	designed	with	slots	and	openings	to	remove	the	heat	inside	the	
projector	so	that	it	will	not	overheat	and	damage	the	components.Be	sure	to	operate	the	
projector	in	an	environment	with	ideal	ventilation	and	don't	operate	it	on	a	sofa,	rug	or	other	
closed-in	environments	that	could	obstruct	ventilation.
Intrusion of foreign objects
Be	sure	to	keep	all	foreign	objects	away	from	entering	the	projector	because	it	could	be	
exposed	to	hazardous	voltages	and	cause	parts	to	short	circuit.	This	could	in	turn	lead	to	fire	
hazard	or	electric	shock.Examples	of	foreign	objects	include:	cockroach,	screws,	liquid	and	
so	forth.
In	addition,	never	spill	liquid	into	the	projector.
Carrying the projector
When	moving	the	projector	on	a	cart,	be	sure	to	handle	the	cart	with	care		
as	abrupt	stops,	jolts	of	excessive	force	or	uneven	ground	could	lead	the	projector	
to	topple.
Please install the projector on an even and stable surface
Avoid	placing	the	projector	on	unstable	cart,	tripod,	table	and	so	forth	to	prevent	the	projector	
from	falling,	becoming	damaged	or	causing	injuries.
Servicing
Should	you	encounter	problem	with	the	projector,	please	seek	assistance	from	your	local	
dealer	or	qualified	service	personnel.	Do	not	attempt	to	service	the	projector	yourself	so	that	
you	would	not	be	exposed	to	high	voltage	or	other	potential	hazards.
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Should	you	encounter	any	of	the	following	situation,	please	unplug	your	projector	from	the	
wall	outlet	and	contact	a	qualified	service	personnel	for	assistance:
•	 Damaged	power	cord	or	power	plug.
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	If	a	foreign	object	has	fallen	into	the	projector	or	if	you	have	spilled	water	or	other	liquid	
into	the	projector.
If	the	projector	has	been	dropped	accidentally	or	damaged.
	If	you	experience	noticeably	poor	performance	or	malfunctioning	with	the	projector	despite	
having	followed	instructions	for	normal	operation.
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Changing parts
Should	any	part	of	the	projector	be	damaged,	check	with	your	servicing	personnel	that	only	
manufacturer	certified	parts	were	used	for	replacement.	Used	of	non-certified	parts	may	
result	in	damages	to	the	projector	or	hazards	such	as	fire	or	electric	shock.After	changing	
parts,	be	sure	to	remind	the	servicing	personnel	to	perform	safety	inspections	to	ensure	that	
the	projector	operates	normally.
Power cord
Don't	place	the	projector	where	the	cord	can	be	walked	on.	This	may	result	in	fraying	or	
damage	to	the	power	cord,	especially	at	the	plug	and	the	point	of	connection	between	the	
power	cord	and	the	projector.
Please	use	the	power	cord	that	comes	with	the	projector	or	the	type	of	power	cord	specified	
for	the	projector	(refer	to	the	descriptions	printed	on	the	power	cord).	If	you	are	not	sure	of	
the	power	available	at	the	region	you	are	in,	consult	your	local	power	company	to	prevent	
damages	to	the	projector	due	to	the	use	of	wrong	power	cord	or	potential	fire	hazards	due	to	
current	overload.
Depending	on	the	country	and	region	you	are	in,	the	voltage	and	type	of	socket	of	the	wall	
outlet	may	be	different	from	the	projector.	If	you	are	unable	to	fit	the	power	plug	into	the	wall	
outlet,	contact	your	local	dealer	and	do	not	remove	the	extra	pin	on	the	power	plug	to	forcibly	
fit	it	to	the	socket	at	the	risk	of	your	own	safety.
Notices you should read prior to the 
installation of the projector
Safety issues related to the lamp
The	lamp	used	in	this	projector	contains	mercury.	Should	the	lamp	be	broken,	please	be	
careful	when	handling	the	glass	shards	and	keep	the	surrounding	environment	well	ventilated.	
Be	sure	to	wear	a	mask	that	offers	adequate	protection	before	cleaning	up	to	prevent	inhaling	
mercury	vapor	that	could	cause	bodily	harm.For	instructions	on	lamp	replacement,	refer	to	"	
Page	56	:	Lamp	replacement	".
Take frequent breaks to let your eyes rest 
Prolonged	viewing	of	the	projector	screen	could	strain	your	eyes.	Please	be	sure	to	rest	your	
eyes	adequately.
Installation environment for the projector
You	should	avoid	installing	the	projector	at	place	of	excessive	dampness,	dust	or	smoke.	If	
installation	in	such	environment	is	unavoidable, be sure to have the interior of the projector 
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cleaned routinely to prolong the projector's lifecycle.	Cleaning	of	the	projector's	interior	
should	only	be	performed	by	qualified	service	personnel	dispatched	by	your	local	dealer	and	
you	should	not	attempt	to	clean	the	inside	of	the	projector	by	yourself.	
If	other	light	source	is	directly	projected	onto	the	projector	screen,	the	color	of	the	image	from	
the	projector	will	appear	to	be	pale	and	the	image	quality	will	be	lower.	In	addition,	your	eyes	
would	be	more	prone	to	fatigue.	Therefore,	it	is	recommended	that	the	projector	be	installed	
in	places	without	direct	exposure	to	sunlight	or	other	sources	of	intense	light.
The	ideal	operating	temperature	range	for	the	projector	is	between	32°F	~	104°F	(0°C	~	40°C)
The	ideal	storage	temperature	range	for	the	projector	is	between	-4°F	~	104°F	(0ºC	~	40°C)
Do not tilt the projector more than 15 degrees.
The	maximum	tilt	angle	for	the	projector	is	15	degrees.	
When	the	projector	is	tilted	more	than	15	degrees,	it	will	shorten	the	life	of	the	projector	lamp	
and	may	lead	to	other	unpredictable	damages.
Can’t >15°
Can’t >15°
Configurations for projector operation at high altitudes
When	operating	the	projector	at	higher	altitudes,	be sure to manually set the fan mode to 
"High"	or	it	could	shorten	the	life	of	the	optical	system	in	the	projector.High	altitude	is	defined	
as	places	being	1500	meters	(4900	feet)	or	higher.	
Please	refer	to	"	Page	45	:	High	Altitude	Mode	".
Keep the projector's ventilation inlets and outlets free from obstructions
Be	sure	to	keep	objects	for	no	less	than	30cm	away	from	the	ventilation	inlets	and	outlets	of	the	
projector	and	note	the	direction	of	air	flow	at	the	designated	spot	of	installation.	Do	not	let	the	
hot	air	released	from	the	outlet	flow	back	to	the	inlet	as	it	will	prevent	proper	cooling	and	lead	to	
damage	of	the	projector's	internal	structure.
In	the	event	of	high	temperature	due	to	malfunctioning	of	the	internal	cooling	fan	caused	by	
clogging	at	the	ventilation	inlets	and	outlets,	the	projector	will	activate	its	automatic	protection	
mode	and	shutdown.	When	this	happens,	it	does	not	necessary	mean	that	the	equipment	is	
malfunctioning.	Try	to	unplug	the	power	cord	from	the	wall	outlet	and	wait	for	approximately	15	
minutes	before	operating	the	projector	again	(remember	to	remove	the	objects	that	have	caused	
poor	ventilation	so	that	the	projector	will	not	go	into	the	protection	mode	again).	Please	refer	to	"	
Page	59	:	LED	STATUS	".
Description:	The	regulation	of	temperature	inside	the	projector	by	the	cooling	fan	is	automatic.	And	
as	such,	the	sound	of	cooling	fan	changing	its	operating	speed	does	not	imply	that	a	problem	has	
occurred	with	the	projector.
Protect the projector with care
When	placing	the	projector	at	a	high	position,	be	sure	to	secure	the	projector	firmly	so	that	
it	would	not	fall	and	cause	injuries.Take	care	to	protect	the	projector's	lens	from	collision,	
abrasion	or	other	damages.Be	sure	to	close	the	lens	cover	or	cover	the	projector	with	a	dust	
cover	if	you	need	to	store	the	projector	or	if	it	will	not	be	used	for	an	extended	time.
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