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TDP-P4
Digital Projector
USER’S GUIDE
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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
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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s 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 ii
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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
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S a f e ty In st ru ct ion s 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
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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 u
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In tr o d uc ti on 2 1 3 4 5 6 9 7 8 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 2
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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 an
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11.8 ft. 7.1 ft. 3.0 ft. 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
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r NOTE: Before you continue, video computer 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 computer video to USB mouse to projector to computer 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 t
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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. Plug the blue end of the computer cable into the video connec- 2 tor on your computer. NOTE: Many laptop computers 3
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r 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. Plug one end of the composite video cable into the “video- 1 out” connector on your video player (Figure 7). This connec- NOTE: HDTV sources must be tor may be labeled “To Monitor.” connected to the proje
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Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 1 Remove the lens cap. NOTE: Always use the power cord Plug the power cord into the back of the projector, then plug it 2 into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is that shipped with the projector. recommended. Press the Power switch on the back of the projector. 3 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 appear
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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
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Us in g th e P r o j ect o r 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
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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 conserve battery life. Press any button on the bottom simulates your co
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Us in g th e P r o j ect o r 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 again (while Exit is high
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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. Press the keystone + button to reduce the upper part of the 1 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). decreasing keystone increasing keystone
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Us in g th e P r o j ect o r 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 keypad or remote. (The menus automatically close after 30 NOTE: Some menu items may be seconds if no buttons are pressed.) This displays the Main menu grayed out (dimmed) at certain and changes the SOURCE and RESYNC butt
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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
