TDP-P4

Digital Projector
USER’S GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions iii

Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 1
Unpacking the Projector 1
Usage Guidelines 3
If You Need Assistance 3

Setting up the Projector 5

Connecting a Computer 7
Connecting a Video Player 8
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 9
Turning Off the Projector 9

Using the Projector 11

Basic Image Adjustment 11
Adjusting the Projector 11
Using the Remote Control 12
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 14
Using the On-Screen Menus 16
Display Menu 17
Image Menu for Computer Sources 19
Image Menu for Video Sources 21
Control Menu 22
Advanced Menu 23
Language Menu 24
Status Menu 25

Maintenance & Troubleshooting 27

Cleaning the Lens 27
Replacing the Projection Lamp 27
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 31
Using the Security Lock 31
Troubleshooting 32

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Appendix 35
Specifications 35
Accessories 36
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 38
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 43
Projected Image Size 44

Index 45

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE

using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-
tions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and
may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please
save all safety instructions.

Safety Definitions:
• Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in personal injury.
• Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to your equipment.

Safety Symbols:
Attention: For information about usage of a feature, please
refer to the User’s Guide.

Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch.

An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector.

Safety Terms:
• Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the projector is
turned on.
•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the projector off
and unplug the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30 min-
utes before opening the lamp access grill. Follow all instruc-
tions provided in this User’s Guide.
•Warning: Please use the power cord provided.

• Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser-

vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the fol-
lowing page for the customer service contact information.
• Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings.

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• Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may

damage your projector.
• Caution: Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct
sunlight.
• Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in a
vendor-approved case; refer to your Toshiba dealer or
projectors.toshiba.com for more information.

Important Operating Considerations

Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering
that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb ruptur-
ing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and dis-
card any edible items placed in that area.

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Do not place objects in

this area in front of the projector

Customer Service
Please contact your Toshiba dealer for details.

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INTRODUCTION

The Toshiba TDP-P4 digital projector is specifically designed for

the mobile presenter. It generates crisp, clear images using Digital
Light Processing™ (DLP) technology, and features an
M1-DA type DVI connector for easy, built-in digital/analog and
USB connectivity. It is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to trans-
port, and easy to maintain.

Image Resolution
The XGA resolution of the TDP-P4’s projected image is 1024x768.
The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to NOTE: The projector automati-
1280x1024. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than
cally expands 640x480 and
1280x1024, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the
projector. 800x600 images to 1024x768.
You can display these images at
Compatibility
their native resolutions using the
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and Resize option in the Image menu.
video devices, including:
See page 19 for more information.
• IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1280x1024
resolution.

• Apple® Macintosh® and PowerBook® computers up to

1280x1024 resolution.
• Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcord-
ers and laser disc players. NOTE: The projector is compati-

Unpacking the Projector ble with 1080i and 720P HDTV

formats.
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to
make sure all are included. Contact your Toshiba dealer imme-
diately if anything is missing.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the
Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For com-
plete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to
this User’s Guide.

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FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents

1. TDP-P4 digital projector + 5. Remote control

lens cap
2. Soft carry case 6. Analog computer cable
3. User’s Guide, Quick Start 7. Composite video cable
card, and CD
4. Power cord 8. S-video cable
9. Macintosh adapter

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 zoom ring focus ring

computer and video

connectors

keypad

power
switch power security lock
cord
connector

FIGURE 2
Side view of projector

Usage Guidelines
• Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector
is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.
• Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow
can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must
wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on.
• Handle the projector as you would any product with glass
components. Be especially careful not to drop it.
• Avoid leaving the projector in direct sunlight or extreme cold
for extended periods of time. If this happens, allow it to reach
room temperature before use.
• Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case.
Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 37.

If You Need Assistance

The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check
the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 32.
Please contact your Toshiba dealer for details.

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SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR

1 Place the projector on a flat surface.

• The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power
source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer.
• If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set
up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear Projection”
on page 23 to reverse the image.
2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
• If the image is too big or too small, use the zoom ring to
adjust the size or move the projector forward or backward.
Figure 3 shows three projected image sizes. For more infor-
mation about image size, see “Projected Image Size” on
page 44.
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f t.
7.1
ft.
3.0
f t.

20 ft.
5 ft. 12 ft.

FIGURE 3
Projected image size at minimum zoom

3 Make sure the projector and the computer are turned off.

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NOTE: Before you continue,

computer video
make sure the projector and all
other equipment is turned off. If in

you’re connecting a computer,

make sure the distance between it
and the projector is 6 feet or less.

power switch power cord

FIGURE 4
Connector panel

to USB mouse to computer video

to computer to projector

FIGURE 5
Computer cable

NOTE: If you are connecting an

older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin connector,
use the Mac adaptor between the
computer and the projector.

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Connecting a Computer
The projector ships with an analog computer cable. If your com-
puter has a digital output, you can order the optional digital com-
puter cable. Using a digital source generates the highest quality
and brightest image possible. See “Optional Accessories” on
page 37.
1 Plug the end of the computer cable with one cable into the
connector on the projector.
2 Plug the blue end of the computer cable into the video connec-
tor on your computer. NOTE: Many laptop computers
3 If you want to advance slides in a PowerPoint™ presentation do not automatically turn on their
using the remote, plug the USB cable into the USB mouse con- external video port when a sec-
nector on your computer.
ondary display device such as a
projector is connected. Refer to
in

your computer manual for the

command that activates the exter-
nal video port. Activation com-
mands for some laptop computers
are listed in the Appendix of this
manual on page 38 and in the
USB mouse Service section of our website.
computer cable

FIGURE 6
Connecting the projector to a computer

Now you’re ready to power up the projector and your laptop.

Skip to “Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image” on NOTE: The USB mouse is sup-
page 9.
ported for use with Windows 98,
Windows 2000, and Apple OS 8.5
and higher only.

NOTE: You do not need to restart

your computer after connecting a
USB mouse to use it
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Connecting a Video Player

If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video
connector, use the composite video cable. If your video player
uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, use the S-video
cable. S-video generates a higher quality image.
1 Plug one end of the composite video cable into the “video-
NOTE: HDTV sources must be out” connector on your video player (Figure 7). This connec-
tor may be labeled “To Monitor.”
connected to the projector using
the computer cable (not the video • If you’re using an S-video cable, plug one end of the
S-video cable the “S-video out” connector on the video
cable). See the previous pages for
player.
details on connecting this cable.
2 Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate video con-
nector on the projector.

in

video cable

FIGURE 7
Connecting the projector to a video player using a composite video cable

The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video

CAUTION: Your video player standards: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL-60, and
SECAM. It automatically adjusts to optimize its performance for
may also have a “Video Out”
the incoming video.
connector for a coaxial cable
connection. DO NOT use this to
connect to the projector.

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Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image
1 Remove the lens cap.
2 Plug the power cord into the back of the projector, then plug it NOTE: Always use the power cord
into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is that shipped with the projector.
recommended.
3 Press the Power switch on the back of the projector.
• The fans start to run, the LED on the top of the projector
(Figure 11 on page 14) lights green, and the startup screen NOTE: The first time you connect
appears. It takes about one minute for the image to achieve
your computer to the projector, the
full brightness.
computer may display a message
4 If you connected a video player, turn it on.
stating that new hardware was
• The video image should display on the projection screen. If found. The Add New Hardware
it doesn’t, press the SOURCE button on the keypad or
Wizard may appear. Use the Wiz-
remote to display your video image.
ard to load the correct driver (the
5 Turn on your computer.
computer considers the projector a
• The computer image should display on the projection Plug and Play Monitor).
screen. If it doesn’t, press the SOURCE button on the keypad
or remote to display your computer’s image.
• Make sure your laptop’s external video port is activated;
see “Portable and Laptop Activation Chart” on page 38 for NOTE: With some computers,
details.
the order in which you power up
• If necessary, make adjustments to the image using the pro- the equipment is very important.
jector’s on-screen menus. To open the menus, press the
Most computers should be turned
MENU button on the keypad or remote. For more informa-
tion about the menus, see page 16. on last, after all other peripherals
have been turned on. Refer to your
Turning Off the Projector
computer’s documentation to
To turn off the projector, press the Power switch. If you want to determine the correct order.
turn the lamp back on, you must allow 90 seconds for the lamp to
cool. The lamp won’t light if it’s too hot.

NOTE: To maximize lamp life,

allow the projector to run for at
least five minutes before turning
it off.

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USING THE PROJECTOR

This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the

projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote
buttons and the options available from the on-screen menus.

Basic Image Adjustment

1 Make sure you have powered up your equipment in the right
order (page 9).
2 If the image doesn’t display completely, zoom the image
(page 11), adjust the height of the projector (page 12) or center
the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position
(page 20). Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the
screen.
3 If the image is out of focus, rotate the focus lens (page 11).
4 If the colors don’t look right, adjust the brightness, contrast,
tint, or color (page 17).

Adjusting the Projector

To focus the image, rotate the focus ring (Figure 8) until the image
is clear. To zoom the image, rotate the zoom ring. This adjusts the
image size.

NOTE: To obtain the best overall

focus quality, open the menu and
focus on the text. This will ensure
that the best overall image quality
zoom ring is achieved.

focus ring

FIGURE 8
Focus ring and zoom ring

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The projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release eleva-

tor foot and button.
To raise the projector:
1 Press and hold the elevator button (Figure 9).
2 Raise the projector to the height you want, then release the
button to lock the elevator foot into position.

elevator button
(under finger)

elevator foot

FIGURE 9
Adjusting the height of the projector

Using the Remote Control

To control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or
keypad, you must connect the mouse connector on the computer
cable to the computer. See page 7 for details.
The projector ships with a remote that has four function buttons,
a disk mouse and two mouse buttons, one on the top of the
remote and one on the bottom.
Point the remote control at the projection screen or at the front of
the projector (not at the computer). The range for optimum oper-
ation is about 25 feet. If you point the remote at the projection
screen, the distance to the screen and back to the projector must
be less than or equal to 25 feet. For best results, point the remote
directly at the projector.

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 disk mouse

right mouse button

left mouse button

(on underside of remote)

FIGURE 10
Remote control

Press anywhere on the edge of the disk mouse to move the cursor
on the screen. You can move the cursor at any angle by pressing NOTE: If the remote is inactive
the corresponding edge of the disk. The mouse button on the top
for several minutes, it “sleeps” to
of the remote simulates your computer’s right mouse button; the
button on the bottom simulates your computer’s left mouse but- conserve battery life. Press any
ton. See “Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons” starting on button except the disk mouse to
page 14 for a description of the four function buttons. re-activate the remote.

If you are creating presentations in Microsoft® PowerPoint®, you

can use the remote’s mouse buttons to navigate through your
presentation while in Slide Show mode. To configure PowerPoint
for this, choose Options from the Tools menu, click the View Tab,
de-select the “Popup Menu on Right Mouse Click” option in the
Slide Show section, then click OK. Then, when you’re in Power-
Point’s Slide Show mode, a left click advances to the next slide
and a right click returns to the previous slide (other PowerPoint
modes are not affected).

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Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons

While the menus are displayed, the SOURCE and RESYNC buttons
on the keypad become INCREMENT and DECREMENT buttons and
the MENU button becomes a SELECT button. See “Using the On-
Screen Menus” on page 16 for details.

MENU SOURCE RESYNC

ON

SELECT INCREMENT DECREMENT

KEYSTONE + MENU
LED

KEYSTONE - SOURCE

FIGURE 11
Keypad and remote buttons

MENU
Press the MENU button to open the on-screen menus. Press MENU
NOTE: If you have turned Auto again (while Exit is highlighted) to close the menus. (The menus
automatically close after 30 seconds if no buttons are pressed.)
Source off (page 22), you may
When you close the menus, the projector saves any changes you
need to press the source button made. For more information about the on-screen menus, see
more than once to display an page 16.
active source. The sources switch
in this order: data analog, data SOURCE
When you have more than one source (computer and video) con-
digital, S-video, and composite
nected to the projector, select between them by pressing the
video.
SOURCE button on the keypad or remote.

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Resync (keypad only)
Resets the options in the menus (except Language, Video Stan-
dard, and Rear Projection) to their original settings.

Keystone + - (remote only)

Use this feature to adjust the image vertically and make a squarer
image.
1 Press the keystone + button to reduce the upper part of the
image, and press the keystone - button to reduce the lower
part. You can also adjust keystone from the Display menu (see
page 17 for details on the menu).

increasing keystone decreasing keystone

FIGURE 12
Adjusting the keystone

iNCREMENT/DECREMENT buttons
Use these buttons to navigate through and make adjustments to
the on-screen menus. See “Using the On-Screen Menus” on
page 16 for details.

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Using the On-Screen Menus

The projector has menus that allow you to make image adjust-
ments and change a variety of settings. These adjustments aren’t
available directly from the keypad.
To open the on-screen menus, press the MENU button on the
NOTE: Some menu items may be keypad or remote. (The menus automatically close after 30
seconds if no buttons are pressed.) This displays the Main menu
grayed out (dimmed) at certain
and changes the SOURCE and RESYNC buttons on the keypad to
times. This indicates the item is INCREMENT and DECREMENT buttons and the MENU button to a
not applicable to your setup or the SELECT button. Press the DECREMENT button to move the cursor
item is not enabled until another down and press the INCREMENT button to move the cursor up.
The selected menu is highlighted.
selection is made.

FIGURE 13
Main menu

To change a menu setting, use the INCREMENT and DECREMENT

buttons to move the cursor up and down to the item you want to
change (the selected item is highlighted), then press SELECT.
When an item is selected, its button appears depressed to provide
a visual indication of selection. Use the INCREMENT and DECRE-
MENT buttons to adjust the setting or turn it on and off. Press
SELECT when you are done. Press the INCREMENT and DECRE-
MENT buttons to move to another setting. When you have com-
pleted your adjustments, navigate to Exit, then press SELECT. You
are returned to the top of the Main menu. Press SELECT again to
exit the Main menu, or navigate to another submenu.

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Display Menu
To access the Display menu settings, press the MENU button to
display the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to highlight
Display, then press SELECT to access the Display menu.

FIGURE 14
Display menu

Keystone
This option helps to keep the image square as the angle of projec-
tion is changed. Use this feature to adjust the image vertically
and make a squarer image. See page 15 for details on keystone
adjustments.
1 Press the DECREMENT button to highlight Keystone, then press
SELECT. Use the INCREMENT and DECREMENT buttons to adjust
the keystone setting. Press SELECT to accept your changes.

Brightness
Adjusting the brightness changes the intensity of the image.
1 Use the INCREMENT and DECREMENT buttons to highlight
Brightness, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT and DECREMENT
buttons to adjust the brightness, then press SELECT to accept
your changes.

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Contrast
The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest
and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes
the amount of black and white in the image.
1 Highlight Contrast, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT and
DECREMENT buttons to adjust the contrast, then press SELECT
to accept your changes.

Tint
The tint adjusts the red-green color balance in the projected
NOTE: The color setting applies image.
to video sources only. The tint 1 Highlight Tint, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT and DECRE-
setting applies to NTSC video MENT buttons to adjust the tint, then press SELECT to accept
your changes.
sources only.
Color
The color setting adjusts a video image from black and white to
fully saturated color.
1 Highlight Color, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT and DECRE-
MENT buttons to adjust the color, then press SELECT to accept
your changes.

Blank screen
Blank Screen determines what color is displayed when there is no
active source and when the projector is in standby.
1 Highlight Blank screen, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT and
DECREMENT buttons to cycle through the options blue, black,
and white, then press SELECT.

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Image Menu for Computer Sources
To access the Image menu settings, press the MENU button to dis-
play the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to highlight
Image, then press the SELECT button to access the Image menu.

FIGURE 15
Image menu for computer sources

Resize
Resize allows you to select from among four different re-sizing
options. The default is Standard, which resizes the image from its
original version to fit a standard 4x3 aspect ratio screen. Wide-
screen Letterbox preserves the 16x9 aspect ratio of the original
theater version, but the image is placed in a 4x3 space, so black
bars appear at the top and bottom of the image. Enhanced Wide-
screen also preserves the aspect ratio of the original theater ver-
sion and is designed to be used with content that is Enhanced for
Widescreen TVs. This option yields more detail than Widescreen
Letterbox. Native reduces the Standard size to match the height of
Enhanced Widescreen.
Highlight Resize, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT or DECRE-
MENT button to cycle through the options, then press SELECT.

Auto Image
The projector automatically adjusts tracking, signal synchroniza-
tion and vertical and horizontal position for most computers. If
you want to adjust these features manually, you must turn off
Auto image first.
Highlight Auto image, press SELECT, then press the INCREMENT or
DECREMENT button to turn this feature off and on.

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Manual Sync
The projector adjusts signal synchronization automatically for
most computers. But if the projected computer image looks fuzzy
or streaked, try turning Auto image off then back on again. If the
image still looks bad, try adjusting the signal synchronization
manually:
1 Turn Auto Image off.
2 Highlight Manual sync, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT and
DECREMENT buttons to adjust Manual sync until the image is
sharp and free of streaks, then press SELECT.

Manual Tracking
The projector adjusts tracking automatically to match the video
signal from your computer. However, if the display shows evenly
spaced, fuzzy, vertical lines or if the projected image is too wide
or too narrow for the screen, try turning Auto Image off then back
on again. If the image is still bad, try adjusting the tracking man-
ually:
1 Turn Auto image off.
NOTE: The Manual Sync, 2 Highlight Manual tracking, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT
Manual Tracking, Horizontal and DECREMENT buttons to adjust Manual tracking until the
Position and Vertical Position fuzzy vertical bars are gone, then press SELECT.
options are available only for Horizontal Position
analog computer sources. The Follow these steps to manually adjust the horizontal position:
projector sets these options 1 Turn Auto image off.
automatically for digital computer
2 Highlight Horizontal position, press SELECT, use the INCRE-
and video sources, with no manual MENT and DECREMENT buttons to adjust the Horizontal posi-
override. tion, then press SELECT.
Positioning adjustments are saved when you turn off the projec-
tor.

Vertical Position
Follow these steps to manually adjust the vertical position.
1 Turn Auto image off.
2 Highlight Vertical position, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT
and DECREMENT buttons to adjust the Vertical position, then
press SELECT.

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tor.
Image Menu for Video Sources

FIGURE 16
Image menu for video sources

Resize
Resize allows you to select from among four different re-sizing
options. The default is Standard, which resizes the image from its
original version to fit a standard 4x3 aspect ratio screen. Wide-
screen Letterbox preserves the 16x9 aspect ratio of the original
theater version, but the image is placed in a 4x3 space, so black
bars appear at the top and bottom of the image. Enhanced Wide-
screen also preserves the aspect ratio of the original theater ver-
sion and is designed to be used with content that is Enhanced for
Widescreen TVs. This option yields more detail than Widescreen
Letterbox. Native reduces the Standard size to match the height of
Enhanced Widescreen.
Highlight Resize, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT or DECRE-
MENT button to cycle through the options, then press SELECT.

Video Standard (video sources only)

When Video is set to Auto, the projector attempts to pick the
video standard (NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, or SECAM) automati-
cally based on the input signal it receives. (The video standard
options may vary depending on your region of the world.) If the
projector is unable to detect the correct standard, the colors might
not look right or the image might appear “torn.” If this happens,
manually select a video standard.
Highlight Video standard, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT or
DECREMENT button to cycle through the options, then press
SELECT.

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Control Menu
To access the Control menu settings, press the MENU button to
display the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to highlight
Control, then press SELECT to access the Control menu.

FIGURE 17
Control menu

Auto Source
When this feature is On, the projector automatically finds the
active source, checking the default source first. When this feature
is Off, the projector defaults to the source selected in Default
Source. To display another source, you must manually select one
by pressing the SOURCE button on the keypad or remote.
Highlight Auto source, press SELECT, then press the INCREMENT or
DECREMENT button to turn this feature off and on.

Default Source
This determines which source the projector checks first for active
video during power-up. Select among Data-Analog, Data-Digital,
composite video, and S-Video.
Highlight Default source, press SELECT, use the INCREMENT or
DECREMENT button to cycle through the options, then press
SELECT.

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Advanced Menu
To access the Advanced menu settings, press the MENU button to
display the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to highlight
Advanced, then press SELECT to access the Advanced menu.

FIGURE 18
Advanced menu

Rear Projection
When you turn Rear Projection on, the projector reverses the
image so you can project from behind a translucent screen.
Highlight Rear Projection, press SELECT, then press the INCRE-
MENT or DECREMENT button to turn this feature off and on.

Reset
Highlight Reset then press SELECT to reset the options in the
menus (except Language, Video Standard, and Rear Projection) to
their original settings.

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Language Menu

FIGURE 19
Language menu

You can display the on-screen menus in English, French, German,

Spanish, Chinese or Japanese.
1 Press the MENU button to display the Main menu, press the
DECREMENT button to highlight Language, then press
SELECT to access the Language menu.

2 Press the INCREMENT or DECREMENT button to highlight the

desired language, then press SELECT. Press SELECT to exit this
menu and return to the Main menu.

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Status Menu
This is a read-only menu for informational purposes. To display
the Status menu, highlight Status from the Main menu, then press
SELECT.

FIGURE 20
Status menu

Lamp hours used

Indicates how many hours the current lamp has been in use. The
counter starts at zero hours and counts each hour the lamp is in
use. Replace the bulb when the brightness is no longer accept-
able. See “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on page 27 for details.

Computer resolution
Shows your computer’s resolution setting. To change this, go to
your computer’s Control Panel and adjust the resolution in the
Display tab. See your computer’s user’s guide for details.

Source
Indicates the active source, Data-Analog, Data-Digital, Compos-
ite video, or S-video.

Version
Indicates the projector’s software version. This information is
useful when contacting Technical Support.

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MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

This section describes how to:

•clean the lens

•replace the projection lamp

•replace the batteries in the remote

•use the security lock feature

•troubleshoot the projector

Cleaning the Lens

Follow these steps to clean the projection lens:
1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth.
• Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t
apply the cleaner directly to the lens.
• Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might
scratch the lens.
2 Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular
motion.
3 If you don’t intend to use the projector immediately, replace
the lens cap.

Replacing the Projection Lamp

The lamp hour counter in the Status menu counts the number of
hours the lamp has been in use. Change the lamp when the WARNING: To avoid burns,
brightness is no longer acceptable. You can order new lamp mod-
allow the projector to cool for at
ules from your InFocus dealer. See “Accessories” on page 36 for
information. least 30 minutes before you open
the lamp access grill. Never
Follow these steps to replace the projection lamp:
extract the lamp module while the
1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
projector is operating.
2 Wait 30 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly.

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3 Insert a small screwdriver or other flat object into the slot near
the front of the projector. Slide the screwdriver toward the
back of the projector to disengage the lamp access grill, then
slide the lamp access grill off (away from the lens).

WARNING: Be extremely careful

when removing the lamp module.
In the unlikely event that the bulb
ruptures, small glass fragments
may be generated. The lamp
module is designed to contain
these fragments, but use caution
when removing the lamp module.

FIGURE 21
Disengaging and removing the lamp access grill

4 Pull the yellow tab on the lamp module.

CAUTION: Never operate the
projector with the lamp access grill
removed. This disrupts the air flow
and causes the projector to
overheat. tab

FIGURE 22
Pulling the tab on the lamp module

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5 Loosen the captive screw on the lamp module.

FIGURE 23
Loosening the screw on the lamp module

6 Grasp the pull tab to pull the lamp module out. Dispose of the
lamp module in an environmentally proper manner.

WARNING: Do not drop the

lamp module or touch the glass
bulb! The glass may shatter and
cause injury.

FIGURE 24
Removing the lamp module

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7 Install the new lamp module.

8 Tighten the screw on the outside of the module.
9 Press the yellow tab to reconnect the lamp module.
10 Replace the lamp access grill by lining up the ribs on the grill
with the marks on the bottom case and sliding the grill in the
direction of the arrows on the bottom case.
11 Plug in the power cord and press the Power switch to turn the
projector back on.
12 To reset the lamp hour counter in the Status menu, press and
hold the RESYNC button, then press the MENU button (while
still holding down the RESYNC button) for 10 seconds.
Verify that the counter was reset by pressing the MENU button
and viewing the counter in the Status menu. See page 25 for
details on the Status menu.

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Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control
The life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you
use the remote. Symptoms of low battery charge include erratic
responses when using the remote and a reduced range of opera-
tion.
Follow these steps to replace the batteries:
1 Turn the remote face down in your hand.
2 Push the tab on the battery door toward the top of the remote
and lift the door off.
3 Remove the old batteries and dispose of them in an environ-
mentally proper manner.
4 Install two new AAA alkaline batteries. Make sure you install
each in the correct direction.
5 Insert the hooks on the battery door into the remote and press
the tab to re-install the door.

Using the Security Lock

The projector has a security connector for use with a PC Guardian
Cable Lock System (Figure 25). See “Optional Accessories” on NOTE: The lamp cannot be
page 37 for ordering information. Refer to the information that
removed while the security lock is
came with the lock for instructions on how to use it to secure the
projector. attached.

FIGURE 25
Installing the security lock

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Troubleshooting

Problem: The projector is not running

•Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a fully
functional AC electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord
is also properly connected to the projector.
•If the projector is plugged into a power strip, make sure the
power strip is turned on.
•Make sure the projector is turned on.

Problem: Projector is running, but nothing appears on projec-

tion screen
•Make sure you have removed the lens cap on the projection
lens at the front of the projector.
•Check the projector’s lamp to ensure that it is securely con-
nected in the lamp module. Make sure the lamp access grill is
installed. See “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on page 27.

Problem: Only the start-up screen displays

•Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page 7 for
connection procedures.
•Make sure that the cables do not have any bent pins.

•Verify that the proper input source is connected. See

“SOURCE” on page 14.
•You might need to turn everything off and power up the
equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com-
puter’s documentation to determine the correct order.
•Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See
the “Portable and Laptop Activation Chart” on page 38 or
your computer’s manual for details.
•Make sure your computer’s video board is installed and con-
figured correctly.
•Make sure your computer has a compatible video board. The
projector isn’t CGA or EGA compatible.

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 If you’re using Windows 98:
1 Open “My Computer” icon, the Control Panel folder and
then the Display icon.
2 Click the Settings tab.
3 Verify that the Desktop area is set to 1280x1024 or less.

Problem: Color or text not being projected

•You might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the
text is visible. Refer to “Brightness” on page 17 for more infor-
mation.

Problem: The screen resolution is not right

•Make sure the computer’s video card is set for a resolution of
no greater than 1280x1024.

Problem: Image isn’t centered on the screen

•Move the projector to reposition the image.

•Reposition the image using the menu. Refer to “Horizontal

Position” on page 20 and “Vertical Position” on page 20.
•Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen.

Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen

•Adjust the zoom or projector placement.

•Adjust the resolution of your video card if it’s greater than

1280x1024.

Problem: Image is out of focus

•Turn the projection lens to focus the image.

•Make sure the projection screen is at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from

the projector.
•Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.

Problem: Image and menus are reversed left to right

•Rear projection mode is probably turned on. Turn Rear Projec-
tion off in the Controls menu. The image should immediately
return to forward projection. See “Rear Projection” on
page 23.

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Problem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or

spots
•Adjust the brightness. See “Brightness” on page 17.

•Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.

Problem: Image is “noisy” or streaked

Try these steps in this order.
1 Deactivate the screen saver on your computer.
2 Turn Auto Image off and then back on again. See “Auto
Image” on page 19.
3 Turn Auto Image off and adjust the synchronization and track-
ing manually to find an optimal setting. See “Manual Sync”
on page 20 and “Manual Tracking” on page 20.

Problem: Projected colors don’t match the computer or video

player’s colors
•Just as there are differences in the displays of different moni-
tors, there are often differences between the computer image
and the projected image. Adjust the brightness, tint and/or
contrast from the Display menu. See “Brightness” on page 17,
“Tint” on page 18 and “Contrast” on page 18.

Problem: Lamp seems to be getting dimmer

•The lamp begins to lose brightness when it has been in use for
a long time. Replace the lamp as described in “Replacing the
Projection Lamp” on page 27.

Problem: Lamp shuts off

•A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Unplug
the projector, wait at least a minute, then plug it back in.
•Make sure the vents are not blocked.

The most current troubleshooting information (including web-

based and other electronic technical support) is available at
Toshiba’s Service and Support website at support.toshiba.com.
Before calling your Toshiba dealer for assistance, please have the
following information available:
•the projector’s serial number (located on the bottom label)
34 •the resolution of your computer.
APPENDIX

Specifications
The projector must be operated and stored within the tempera-
ture and humidity ranges specified.

Temperature
Operating 50 to 104° F (10 to 40° C) at sea level
50 to 95° F (10 to 35° C) at 10,000 feet
Non-operating -4 to 158° F (-20 to 70° C)

Altitude
Operating 0 to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters)
Non-operating 0 to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters)

Humidity
Operating and non-oper. 10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing

Dimensions
6.25 x 8.25 x 2 inches (15.9 x 21.0 x 5.1 cm)

Weight
2.9 lbs. (1.33 kg) unpacked

Optics
Focus Range 4.9 - 13 feet (1.5-4 m)

Lamp
Type 120-watt UHP lamp

Input Power Requirements

100-120VAC 2A;50/60Hz
200-240VAC 1A; 50Hz

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Accessories

Standard Accessories
(ship with the projector)
Quick Start card
User’s Guide
Soft Case
Shipping Box
Analog Computer Cable 6 ft (1.8 m)
Composite RCA Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m)
S-video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m)
Remote
Projection Lamp Module (included in projector)
Lens Cap
Macintosh Adaptor
Online User’s Guide CD-ROM

NOTE: Use only Toshiba- Power Cords (one ships with projector, type depends on country)

approved accessories. Other North American Power Cord

products have not been tested with Australian Power Cord
the projector. UK Power Cord
European Power Cord
Japanese Power Cord

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Optional Accessories

Deluxe Travel Case

Executive Leather Case
Hard Travel Elite Porter Case
Projection Lamp Module
Digital Computer Cable
PC Guardian Projector Cable Lock

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Portable and Laptop Activation Chart

Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their exter-
NOTE: Visit our website at nal video port when a projector is connected. Activation com-
mands for some laptop computers are listed in the following
projectors.toshiba..com for the
table. (If your computer is not listed or the given command does
most current activation chart. It is not work, refer to the computer’s documentation for the appro-
located in the Technical Library in priate command.) On many laptops, the activation function key
the Service and Support section.
is labeled with an icon, for example or the text CRT/LCD.

NOTE: Usually, pressing the key

Key command to Key command to
commands once activates the Computer activate port de-activate port
external video port, pressing it Toshiba* ** Ctrl-Alt-End Ctrl-Alt-Home
again activates both the external FN-End FN-Home
and internal ports, and pressing it FN-F5 FN-F5

a third time activates the internal setup screen option setup screen option
Acer Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for setup) Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for setup)
port. Refer to your computer’s
AST* ** FN-D or Ctrl-D FN-D or Ctrl-D
documentation for details on your
Ctrl-FN-D Ctrl-FN-D
specific model.
FN-F5 FN-F5
type from A:/IVGA/CRT type from A:/IVGA/CRT
FN-F12 FN-F12
AMS FN-F2 FN-F2
AMT setup screen setup screen
AT&T FN-F3 FN-F3
FN-F6 FN-F6
Advanced Logic Ctrl-Alt-V Ctrl-Alt-V
Research
Altima Shift-Ctrl-Alt-C Shift-Ctrl-Alt-L
setup VGA/ setup VGA/
Conf.Simulscan Conf.Simulscan
Ambra** FN-F12 FN-F12
FN-F5 FN-F5
F2/Choose Option/F5 F2/Choose Option/F5
Amrel* ** setup menu setup menu
Shift-Ctrl-D Shift-Ctrl-D

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 Key command to Key command to
Computer activate port de-activate port
Apple see Mac Portable and Mac PowerBook
Aspen automatic automatic
Award FN-F6 FN-F6
BCC* automatic reboot computer
Bondwell LCD or CRT options after reboot for LCD or CRT
bootup options to appear
Chaplet** setup screen setup screen
FN-F6 FN-F6
FN-F4 FN-F4
Chembook FN-F6 FN-F6
Commax Ctrl-Alt-#6 Ctrl-Alt-#5
Compaq* ** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt->
FN-F4 FN-F4
automatic automatic
mode/? (for setup option) mode/? (for setup option)
Compuadd* ** automatic automatic
Alt-F for screen setup Alt-F for screen setup
option option
Data General Ctrl-Alt-Command Ctrl-Alt-Command
Data General 2 CRT/X at DOS prompt reboot
Walkabout
Datavue Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Shift-M
DEC** FN-F5 FN-F5
FN-F4 FN-F4
Dell** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt->
Ctrl-Alt-F10 Ctrl-Alt-F10
FN-F8 (CRT/LCD) FN-F8
FN-D FN-D
FN-F12 FN-F12
Digital* automatic reboot
FN-F2 FN-F2
Dolch dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD
Epson dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD

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Key command to Key command to

Computer activate port de-activate port
Everex* setup screen option setup screen option
For-A Ctrl-Alt-Shift-C Ctrl-Shift-Alt-L
Fujitsu FN-F10
Gateway FN-F3 FN-F3
FN-F1/FN-F1 again simul- FN-F1
taneous
Grid* ** FN-F2, choose auto or FN-F2
simultaneous
Ctrl-Alt-Tab Ctrl-Alt-Tab
Hitachi FN-F7 FN-F7
Honeywell FN-F10 FN-F10
Hyundai setup screen option setup screen option
IBM 970* automatic warm reboot
IBM ThinkPad** reboot, enter setup menu FN-F2
FN-F7, select choice from
setup menu
FN-F1, select choice
FN-F5, select choice
PS/2 SC select choice
(CRT, LCD, etc.)
Infotel FN-F12 FN-F12
Kaypro boot up, monitor plugged unplug monitor
in
Kris Tech FN-F8 FN-F8
Leading Edge FN-T FN-T
Mac Portable no video port: not compatible
100
Mac PowerBook
140, 145, 150, no video port: requires a 3rd-party interface
170
160, 165, 180, Control Panel folder, Pow- warm reboot
520, 540, 5300 erBook Display folder;
Activate Video Mirroring

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 Key command to Key command to
Computer activate port de-activate port
210, 230, 250, requires Apple Docking Station or Mini Dock
270, 280, 2300
Magitronic FN-F4 FN-F4
Mastersport FN-F2 FN-F1
Micro Express* automatic warm reboot
Micron FN-F2 FN-F2
Microslate* automatic warm reboot
Mitsubishi SW2 On-Off-Off-Off SW2 Off-On-On-On
NCR setup screen option setup screen option
NEC* ** setup screen option setup screen option
CRT at the DOS prompt LCD at the DOS prompt
FN-F3 FN-F3
Olivetti* automatic automatic
FN-O/* FN-O/*
Packard Bell* ** FN-F0 FN-F0
Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt->
Panasonic FN-F2 FN-F2
Prostar Ctrl-Alt-S at bootup Ctrl-Alt-S at bootup
Samsung* setup screen option setup screen option
Sanyo setup screen option setup screen option
Sharp dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD
Sun SPARC- Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Shift-M
Dataview
Tandy** Ctrl-Alt-Insert Ctrl-Alt-Insert
setup screen option setup screen option
Tangent FN-F5 FN-F5
Texas Instru- setup screen option setup screen option
ments*
Top-Link* ** setup screen option setup screen option
FN-F6 FN-F6
Toshiba* ** Ctrl-Alt-End Ctrl-Alt-Home
FN-End FN-Home
FN-F5 FN-F5
setup screen option setup screen option

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Key command to Key command to

Computer activate port de-activate port
Twinhead* FN-F7 FN-F7
FN-F5 FN-F5
Automatic Automatic
WinBook Ctrl-Alt-F10 Ctrl-Alt-F10
Wyse software driven software driven
Zenith** FN-F10 FN-F10
FN-F2 FN-F2
FN-F1 FN-F1
Zeos** Ctrl-Shift-D Ctrl-Shift-D
FN-F1 FN-F1

* These manufacturers have models that automatically send video

to the external CRT port when some type of display device is
attached.
** These manufacturers offer more than one key command depend-
ing on the computer model.

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Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer
When you turn video mirroring (called SimulScan in newer Pow-
erBooks—see below) on, the projector displays the same informa-
tion that appears on your PowerBook’s built-in screen. When
video mirroring is off, the projector acts like a separate display.
To turn on video mirroring for the first time:
1 Open the Monitors control panel; click on Monitor 2.
2 Set the number of colors you want.
3 Open the Control Strip, then click on the monitor icon.
4 Select “Turn Video Mirroring On.”
Now you can turn video mirroring on and off from the Control
Strip without having to open the Monitors control panel again.
When using video mirroring and high color graphics such as
slide shows, the projected image occasionally might turn black
and white. If this happens, perform the following steps:
1 Turn off video mirroring.
2 Open the Monitors control panel.
3 Move the white menu bar to Monitor 2 to set the projector as
the primary monitor.
4 Restart the PowerBook.

Using SimulScan
Some newer PowerBooks display images on an external monitor
or projector differently than previous ones. When using
SimulScan, the projector displays the same information that
appears on your PowerBook
To select SimulScan:
1 Open the Control Panel, then double-click Monitors and
Sound.
2 In the Resolution list, choose the SimulScan mode, then click
OK.
3 If this changes your display settings, a dialog box appears.
Click OK to confirm the change.

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Projected Image Size

Diagonal Image Size (inches)

NOTE: Use the graph and table
250
to help you determine projected maximum image size

image sizes. 200

150

minimum image size

100

50

0 5 10 15 20 25 30
Distance to Screen (feet)

FIGURE 26
Projected image size

Table 1:
Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size

Distance to screen
Diagonal Maximum Minimum
Screen Size Image Width distance Distance
(inches) (inches) (feet) (feet)
60 48 8.5 6.9
72 58 10.2 8.3
84 67 11.9 9.7
90 72 12.7 10.4
100 80 14.1 11.6
120 96 17.0 13.9
150 120 21.2 17.4

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INDEX C
cables
computer cable 2, 6, 7
A ordering 36
accessories, ordering 36, 37 power 36
activation commands for laptop com- video 8
puters 38 cases, ordering 36
adjusting centering the image 12, 20
brightness 17 cleaning the projection lens 27
color 18 color, adjusting 18
contrast 18 colors
height of the projector 12 don’t match monitor colors 34
keystone 17 not displayed 33
tint 18 compatibility
Advanced menu options IBM-compatible 1
Rear projection 23 Macintosh 1
Reset 23 computer cable 2, 6, 7
altitude limits 35 computers
assistance. See Technical Support compatible 1
auto image 19 connecting 7
auto source 22 connecting
computer 7
B power cord 9
brightness, adjusting 17 video player 8
buttons on keypad contrast, adjusting 18
Menu/select 14 Control menu options
Reset 15 Auto source 22
Source 14 Default Source 22

D
Default Source 22
Display menu options
Blank screen 18
Brightness 17
Color 18
Contrast 18
Keystone 17
Tint 18
displaying on-screen menus 14

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E K
elevator button/foot 12 keypad 14
keystone adjustment 15
F
focusing the image 11 L
forward/back buttons 15 lamp
fuzzy lines 20 ordering 36, 37
replacing 27
H turns off unexpectedly 34
HDTV 1, 8, 18 lamp hour counter 25, 27, 30
height adjustment 12 Language menu 24
language, selecting for menus 24
I laptop computers
IBM-compatible computers
activation sequence to allow
compatibility 1
secondary display 38
connecting 7
compatibility 7
image
connecting 7
adjusting 9, 11
LED 9, 14
centering 20
lens
colors don’t match computer’s 34
cap 36
focusing 11
cleaning 27
fuzzy lines 20
has lines or spots 34 M
not centered 33 Macintosh computers
not displayed 32 compatibility 1
out of focus 33 connecting 6
quality 33–34 maintenance 27
resolution 1 menus. See on-screen menus
reversed 23, 33 monitor, projected colors don’t match
size 5, 44 34
streaked 34 mouse
too wide or too narrow 33 buttons on remote 12
zooming 11
Image menu options N
Auto Image 19 NTSC video 21
Horiz. Position 20
Manual Sync 20 O
Manual Tracking 20 on-screen menus
Resize 19 changing language of 24
Vert. Position 20 displaying 16
Video Standard 21

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PAL video 21 TDP-P4
power cord cases 36
connecting 9 project from behind the screen 23
ordering 36 setting up 5
power up sequence 9, 32 specifications 35
PowerPoint slides, advancing with the turning off 9
remote 13 turning on 9
project from behind the screen 23 Technical Support
information to have on hand
R before you call 34
rear projection 23 temperature limits 35
remote control text not visible 33
advancing PowerPoint slides tint, adjusting 18
with 13 troubleshooting 32
replacing the batteries 31 turning off the projector 9
using 12, 14 turning on the projector 9
replacing projection lamp module 27
re-positioning the image on the screen V
20 vertical lines displayed 20, 34
Reset button 15 video cable, connecting 8
resetting adjustments 15, 23 video mirroring on a PowerBook 43
resetting the lamp hour counter 30 video resize 21
resizing the image 19 video standard 21
resolution 1
W
S widescreen video 19, 21
safety guidelines iii
security lock 31, 37 Z
shutting off the projector 9 zooming the image 11
SimulScan, using with PowerBooks 43
Source button 14
specifications 35
starting up the projector 9
Status menu 25
S-video, connecting 8

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FCC Warning
This equipment 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 when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harm-
ful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.

Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Can-
ada.

Safety Certifications
UL, CUL, TÜV, NOM, IRAM

EN 55022 Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interfer-
ence, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation
1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

We declare under our sole responsibility that the TDP-P4 projector conforms to
the following directives and norms:

Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC

EMC: EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 + A4: 1997

March, 2001

Trademarks
Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of
International Business Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Digital Light Pro-
cessing is a trademark or registered trademark of Texas Instruments.