DLP™ PROJECTOR
MODEL
HC1600
User Manual
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HC1600
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 fl ash with arrowhead symbol 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 suffi cient 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 OUTLET 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 specifi ed 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 interference within the limit of a 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 defi ned in the
Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/
Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
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Contents
Important safeguards ........................................................................................................................4
Preparing your projector ....................................................................................................................6
Using the remote control ...................................................................................................................9
Setting up your projector .................................................................................................................10
Viewing video images ......................................................................................................................13
Viewing computer images ...............................................................................................................20
Menu operation ...............................................................................................................................23
Adjusting projected images .............................................................................................................27
Advanced features ..........................................................................................................................30
Replacing the lamp .........................................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................33
Indicators .........................................................................................................................................36
Specifi cations ..................................................................................................................................37
Declaration of Conformity
Model number:
Trade name:
Responsible party: Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc.
Telephone number: +1-(949) 465-6000
HC1600
MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC
9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618 U.S.A
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
DLP™, Digital Micromirror Device, DMD and BrilliantColor™ are all trademarks of Texas Instruments.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
The “HD ready” logo is a trademark of EICTA.
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.
2. Retain instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
Instructions
All operating instructions must be followed.
4.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet before
cleaning it. Do not use liquid aerosol cleaners. Use
a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
6. 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 fi re, electric
shock or other personal injury.
7. Water and moisture
Do not use this projector near water or in contact
with water.
8. 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 projector.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions and should use
a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
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.
9. 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 manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
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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
receptacles, and points where they exit from the
appliance. Do not put the power cord under a
carpet.
12. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a fi re 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 fi re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the projector.
14. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this projector by yourself.
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
15. Damage requiring service
Unplug this projector from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualifi ed service personnel under the
following conditions:
(a) If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the projector.
(c) 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 adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and
may often require extensive work by a qualifi ed
technician to restore the projector to its normal
operation.
(d) If the projector has been exposed to rain or
water.
(e) If the projector has been dropped or the
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cabinet has been damaged.
If the projector exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
16. Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure
that the service technician has used replacement
parts specifi ed by the manufacturer or parts
having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fi re,
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.
Important safeguards (continued)
WARNING:
Unplug immediately if there is something wrong
with your projector.
Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes
out of your projector. It might cause fi re or electric
shock. In this case, unplug immediately 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 specifi cally explained in the User Manual do
not attempt to service this product by yourself. Please
contact your dealer when you want to fi x, adjust or
inspect the projector.
Do not modify this equipment.
It can lead to fi re or electric shock.
Do not keep using the damaged projector.
If the projector is dropped and the cabinet is damaged,
unplug the projector and contact your dealer for
inspection. It may lead to fi re if you keep using the
damaged projector.
Do not face the projector lens to the sun.
It can lead to fi re.
Use correct voltage.
If you use incorrect voltage, it can lead to fi re.
Do not place the projector on uneven surface.
Place the projection on a leveled and stable surface only.
Please do not place equipment on unstable surfaces.
Do not look into the lens when it is operating.
It may hurt your eyes. Never let children look into the
lens when it is on.
Do not unplug the power cord during operation.
It can lead to lamp breakage, fi re, electric shock or
other trouble. It is best to wait for the fan to turn off
before turning the main power off.
Do not touch the air outlet grille and bottom plate,
which become hot.
Do not touch them or put other equipment in front
of the air outlet grille. The air outlet grille and bottom
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plate, when heated, may cause injury or damage to
other equipment. Also, do not set the projector on the
desk which is easily affected by heat.
Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector
is operating.
Heat, dust, etc. may blow out of it and hurt your eyes.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet grilles.
If they are blocked, heat may be generated inside the
projector, causing deterioration in the projector quality
and fi re.
Do not use fl ammable solvents (benzene, thinner, etc.)
and fl ammable aerosols near the projector.
Flammable substances may ignite causing fi re or
breakdown because the temperature inside the
projector rises very high while the lamp is illuminating.
Place of installation
For safety’s sake, refrain from setting the projector
at any place subjected to high temperature and high
humidity. Please maintain an operating temperature,
humidity, and altitude as specifi ed 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 so that the projector does not overheat.
• Do not attach the projector to a place that is
unstable or subjected to vibration.
• Do not install the projector near any equipment that
produces a strong magnetic fi eld. Also refrain from
installing near the projector any cable carrying a
large current.
• Place the projector on a solid, vibration free surface;
otherwise it may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the product.
• Do not stand the projector; it may fall, causing
serious injury and damage to the projector.
• 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 or heater to avoid hot air to the exhaust and
ventilation hole of the projector.
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.
Changes or modifi cations 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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Preparing your projector
Checking accessories
The following accessories are provided with this projector. Check to be sure that all of the accessories are packed in
the package.
Cable
Mini D-SUB
15-pin
Mini D-SUB
15-pin
RGB cable for PC
(246C521-10)
Remote control parts
Power supply part
Power cord
(246C483-10)
Others
• Lens cap (Attached to the
projector)
• User manual/Quick Start up
(871D488-80)
Remote control
(290P170-10)
R06 (Size-AA)
battery (two)
Important:
• The attached power cord is to be used exclusively for this product. Never use it for other products.
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Inserting the batteries into the remote control
1. Remove the back lid of the remote control.
2. Check the polarity (+), (-) of the batteries, and set them
correctly, inserting their (-) side fi rst.
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If the battery is inserted from the (+) side fi rst, inserting
the (-) side is diffi cult because the coil spring end hits
on the battery side. If the battery is forced in this way,
the outer label of the battery may get ripped and it may
cause a short-circuit and heating.
3. Attach the back lid.
Important:
• Use two size-AA batteries (R06).
• Replace the two batteries with new ones when the remote
control is slow to respond.
Caution:
• Use of a battery of wrong type may cause explosion.
• Only Carbon-Zinc or Alkaline-Manganese Dioxide type batteries should be used.
• Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations.
• Batteries may explode if misused. Do not recharge, disassemble, or throw them in fi re.
• Be sure to handle the batteries according to the instructions.
• Load the batteries with its positive (+) and negative (-) sides correctly oriented as indicated on the remote control.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children and pets.
• Remove the batteries, if the remote control is not used for a long time.
• Do not combine a new battery with an old one.
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If the solution of batteries comes in contact with your skin or clothes, rinse with water. If the solution comes in
contact with your eyes, rinse them with water and then consult your doctor.
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Preparing your projector (continued)
Overview
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1 FOCUS ring
2 ZOOM ring
3 Control panel
4 Air outlet grille
5 Remote control sensor (Front)
6 Air inlet grille
7 Air outlet grille
8 Terminal board
9 Kensington Security Lock Standard connector
10 Air inlet grille
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Control area
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Terminal panel
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HDMI IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
SERIAL
USB
S-VIDEO IN
TRIGGER
VIDEO IN
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1 POWER button
2 AUTO POSITION/ button
3 COMPUTER/ button
4 MENU button
5 STATUS indicator
6 POWER indicator
7 KEYSTONE/ENTER button
8 VIDEO/ button
9 button
Important:
• While the menu or the screen for the keystone adjustment
or password entry is being displayed, the COMPUTER,
VIDEO, and AUTO POSITION buttons function as the , ,
and buttons respectively.
• While the menu is on the screen, the KEYSTONE button
functions as the ENTER button.
1 Power jack
2 HDMI IN terminal (HDMI 19-pin)
3 COMPUTER IN/COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal (Mini
D-SUB 15-pin)
4 Remote control sensor (Rear)
5 COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals
6 Foot adjustment buttons (Left/Right)
7 Air outlet grille
8 SERIAL terminal (8-pin)
• Used for adjustment by service person.
9 USB terminal
• Used for adjustment by service person.
10 TRIGGER terminal
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• Used for the optional electric screen.
11 VIDEO IN and S-VIDEO IN terminals
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Preparing your projector (continued)
Bottom side
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1 Adjustment foot (Front)
2 Lamp cover
3 Adjustment feet (Rear)
Caution:
Do not replace the lamp immediately after using the
projector because the lamp would be extremely hot
and it may cause burns.
1 ON ( I ) button
2 HDMI button
3 COMPONENT button
4 KEYSTONE button
5 AV MEMORY buttons
6 ENTER button
7 MENU button
8 CONTRAST button*
9 GAMMA button*
10 SHARPNESS button*
11 BRIGHTNESS button*
12 COLOR TEMP button*
13 ASPECT button
14 Direction buttons
15 AUTO POSITION button
16 VIDEO button
17 COMPUTER button
18 STANDBY (
) button
19 S-VIDEO button
* : See below for the picture quality adjusting buttons.
Important:
• The direction buttons are used for the keystone adjustment
and fi ne adjustment.
Remote control
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Using the picture quality adjusting buttons
When you press any of the picture quality adjusting buttons, the screen for adjusting the picture quality appears. Ad-
just the picture quality by pressing the and buttons. The picture quality adjustment can be made alternatively in
the IMAGE menu. (See page 24.) Items in the menus are shown in parentheses below.
CONTRAST (CONTRAST) ………… Adjusts the contrast of the projected image.
BRIGHTNESS (BRIGHTNESS) …… Adjusts the brightness of the projected image.
COLOR TEMP (COLOR TEMP.) …… Selects one of the preset color temperatures. Color adjustment of USER mode is
GAMMA (GAMMA MODE) ………… Selects one of the preset gamma mode. Adjustment of USER mode is also
SHARPNESS (SHARPNESS) ……… Adjusts the sharpness of the projected image.
available. (Refer to page 28.)
also available. (Refer to page 28.)
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