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MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR User’s Manual BEFORE USING, BE SURE TO READ THIS USER'S MANUAL. Read the Safety Instructions in this manual thoroughly and use cor- rectly the projector. Store this user's manual in a convenient location where you can refer to it easily.
Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................1 FOR SAFE USE ..............................10 GETTING STARTED ............................13 ............................13 ACKING HECKLIST ..........................14 IEWS OF ROJECTOR ARTS Front-right View ............................. 14 Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ................15 Rear view ............................... 16 Bottom view ..............................
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..............................71 PECIFICATIONS ...................... 73 ROJECTION ISTANCE VS ROJECTION Projection Distance and Size Table ......................73 ............................75 IMING ABLE ............................ 77 ROJECTOR IMENSIONS REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ..........................78 FCC W ..............................78 ARNING ................................78 ANADA ............................. 78 AFETY ERTIFICATIONS APPENDIX I ................................
If your projector does not seem to be operating properly, read this manual again, check operations and cable connections, and try the solutions in the “Troubleshooting” section in the user’s manual. If the problem still persists, contact the Canon Customer Support Center. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
Safety Precautions WARNING: • THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED. • TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. • This projector produces intense light from the projection lens. Do not stare directly into the lens, otherwise eye damage could result.
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Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of air-conditioning equipment. This projector should be operated using only the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied, contact the Canon Customer Support Center or local power company.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, MUNICIPAL, STATE, PROVINCIAL, OR FEDERAL LAWS. For lamp recycling and disposal information please call 1-800-OK-CANON for the U.S. and Canada. Only for European Union and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU), the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) and/or national legislation implementing those Directives.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, New York 11747, U.S.A. Tel No. (1) 631-330-5000 Safety Symbols in this Manual This section describes the safety symbols used in this manual. Important projector safety information is identified by the following symbols.
If the following situations occur, turn the power off, remove the power plug from the power outlet and contact the Canon Customer Support Center. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock. • If smoke is emitted •...
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Take the following precautions regarding installation and handling of the projector. Failure to do so may result in a fire, electric shock or personal injury. • Do not look directly into the exhaust vents during use. • Do not insert any object into vents in the projector, such as the air intake vent or exhaust vents. •...
• Ruptured lamps may emit dust and gas (containing mercury vapor) out of the exhaust vents. If so, immediately open windows and doors to ventilate the room. Additionally, shards of glass may be scattered. Do not attempt lamp replacement yourself. Instead, contact an installer or Canon Customer Support Center for internal cleaning, inspection, and lamp replacement.
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Take the following precautions regarding installation and handling of the projector. • If the projector will not be used for a long period of time, be sure to remove the power plug from the power outlet to ensure safety. Failure to do so presents a risk of fire if dust accumulates on the plug or outlet.
Take the following precautions when carrying or transporting the projector. • This projector is a precision instrument. Do not knock it over or subject it to impacts. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • Protection of the projector cannot be guaranteed if used packaging or shock-absorbent materials are reused.
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Projector Installation Notice Place the projector in a horizontal position The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically, and may lead to other unpredictable damages.
Ensure Network Security Take measures to ensure network security. Note that Canon is not liable in any way for direct or indirect loss from network security incidents, such as unauthorized access.
ETTING TARTED Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: ROJECTOR RGB C (1.8 M / 5.9') (1.8 M / 5.9') EMOTE ONTROL ABLE OWER CR2025 B D-SUB 15-P D-SUB 15-P ATTERY (P/N: 3081409201) Warranty Card CD-ROM IMPORTANT INFORMATION...
Views of Projector Parts Front-right View Exhaust vent Air intake vent ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Lamp Cover Remove to change the lamp. IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control. Projection Lens Focus ring Focuses the projected image. Zoom ring Enlarges the projected image.
Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Quick Menu – For Keystone Navigates and changes settings in the OSD SOURCE Enter the Source menu Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Quick Menu –...
Rear view Before connecting the projector to other equipment, turn off both the projector and the other equipment. 19 18 1716 15 14 13 ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE AC IN Connect the POWER cable RJ45 Connect a LAN cable from Ethernet 12V TRIGGER Connect the 12V OUT (Screen Trigger-- For screen controllers used) HDMI 1...
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ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE COMPUTER IN 2 Connect the RGB cable from a computer or components device Secure to permanent object with a Kensington Lock Kensington Lock system IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control. Connect RS-232 serial port cable to control the projector with control RS-232 commands MINI USB...
Bottom view 46mm [1.8"] 55mm [2.2"] 126mm [5"] 145mm [5.7"] 31mm 155mm [1.2"] [6.1"] ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Contact your dealer for information on mounting the projector on a Ceiling support holes ceiling Adjustable feet Rotate adjuster lever to adjust angle position. Fixed foot –...
Remote Control Parts Note: If buttons on the remote control are inoperative when you attempt to operate the projector, replace the batteries with new ones. Do not drop the remote control or subject it to impact. Do not spill any liquids on the remote control. Doing so may cause a malfunction. ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE...
ABEL ESCRIPTION EE PAGE Toggles the screen between blank and normal. BLANK Also, toggles the built-in speaker between off and on. HDMI Toggles the input sources for display between HDMI sources. VIDEO Toggles the input sources for display between Video and S-Video. MUTE Toggles the built-in speaker between off and on.
ETUP AND PERATION Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow (A). Pull out the cover (B).. Insert the battery with the positive side facing up. Replace the cover. Warning: Pay attention to the following points regarding handling of battery.
Starting and Shutting down the Projector Connect the power cord to the projector. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. The POWER LED on the projector light. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the POWER LED not a flashing. Then press the POWER button to turn on the projector.
Note: Do not unplug the power cord until the POWER LED stops flashing–indicating the projector has cooled down. How to store the projector in the soft carrying case (LV-SC02) The soft carrying case is not provided with the projector. Please contact with a store if you want to purchase it.
Note: Keep the password strictly. Without the password, you will not be able to use the projector. If you lose the password, contact Canon Customer Support Center for information on clearing the password. Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu.
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Security Lock is enabled. Enter the password in the order you set it at step 5. In case you forget the password, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center. – 25 –...
Adjusting the Projector Level Take note of the following when setting up the projector: The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy. Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. To adjust the angle of the picture, turn the Adjustable feet right or left until the desired angle has been achieved.
Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone Use the zoom ring to resize the projected image Use the Focus ring to sharpen the projected image. Use the KEYSTONE buttons to correct image-trapezoid (wider top, bottom, left side or right side). The keystone control appears on the display.
Adjusting the Volume Press the Volume buttons on the remote control. The volume control appears on the display. Press the ◄/► buttons on the remote control to adjust volume. Press the MUTE button to turn off the volume. (This feature is available only on the remote).
(OSD) M CREEN ISPLAY ETTINGS OSD Menu Controls The projector has an OSD that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control cursor buttons or the projector keypad to navigate and make changes to the OSD.
Setting the OSD Language Set the OSD language to your preference before continuing. 1. Press the MENU button. Press the cursor ◄► button to navigate to Settings 1. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move to the Advanced 1 menu. (Enter) / ►...
OSD Menu Overview Use the following illustration to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting. Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Image Picture Mode Standard(*1), Presentation, Movie(*2), sRGB, User *1:When computer signal input *2:When other signal input Brightness 0~100 Contrast...
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Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Settings 1 Source Source COMPUTER 1, COMPUTER 2, COMPOSITE VIDEO, S-VIDEO, HDMI 1 , HDMI 2 / MHL Projection Front, Rear, Ceiling, Rear+Ceiling Aspect Ratio Fill, 4:3, 16:9, Letter Box, Real, 2.35:1 Keystone -30~0~30 -30~0~30 Digital Zoom -10~0~10 Audio...
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Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Settings 2 Auto Source Off, On Auto Power 0(Off), 1~180 Direct Power Off, On Lamp Mode ECO, Normal, Smart Eco Reset All Status Active Source Video Information Lamp Hours (ECO, Normal, Smart Eco) Software Version Advanced 1 Menu Position Left, Right, Center, Down, Up...
Image Menu Note: All of picture mode parameters when changed will be saved to user mode. Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Image Menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Image menu. Press ◄► to enter and change values for settings.
Analog setting Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Analog setting menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Analog setting menu.
Advanced Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Advanced menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲ to move up and down in the Advanced menu.
White Balance Press the ENTER button to enter the White Balance sub menu. ESCRIPTION Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Red Gain. R Gain Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Green Gain. G Gain Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the Blue Gain. B Gain Press the ◄►...
Color Manager Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Image menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Color Manager menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲ to move up and down in the Color Manager menu.
Settings 1 Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Settings 1 menu. Press ◄►...
Keystone Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press ▼▲ to move to the Keystone menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▼▲to adjust vertical values from -30 to 30. Press ◄► to adjust horizontal values from -30 to 30. Audio Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu.
Advanced 1 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 1 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 1 menu.
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3D Setting ESCRIPTION Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and select different 3D mode. Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and enable or disable 3D Sync Invert. 3D Sync Invert Press the cursor ◄► button to enter and enable or disable different 3D Format. 3D Format Note: 1.
Advanced 2 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 1 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 2 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 2 menu.
4 Corner (Enter) / ► to enter the 4 Corner sub menu. Press 1. Press the cursor ▲ / ▼ buttons to select a corner and press ENTER. 2. Press the cursor ▲ / ▼ buttons to adjust vertical and press the cursor ◄ / ► buttons to adjust horizontal.
Settings 2 Menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Settings 2 menu. ESCRIPTION Press the cursor ◄►...
Status Press the cursor ▲▼ button to move up and down in the Settings 2 menu. Select the Status menu and press Enter or ► to enter. ESCRIPTION Active Source Display the activated source. Video Information Displays resolution/video information for RGB source. Lamp Hours (Eco, Normal, Lamp hour used information is displayed.
Advanced 1 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 1 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 1 menu.
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Lamp Hour Reset Please refer to Resetting the Lamp Hour on page to reset the lamp hour counter. Network ESCRIPTION Press the cursor ◄► button to turn DHCP On or Off. DHCP Note: If you select DHCP Off, complete the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS fields.
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For more detail of information about the diverse types of external devices which can be connected to the LAN/RJ45 port and remote/control the projector, as well as the related control commands supporting for each external device, kindly please get contact with the Canon Customer Support Center directly. – 49 –...
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LAN_RJ45 1. Connect an RJ45 cable to RJ45 ports on the projector and the PC (Laptop). 2. On the PC (Laptop), select Start → Control Panel →Network and Internet. – 50 –...
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3. Right-click on Local Area Connection, and select Properties. 4. In the Properties window, select the Networking tab, and select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 5. Click Properties. 6. Click Use the following IP address and fill in the IP address and Subnet mask, then click OK. –...
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7. Press the Menu button on the projector. 8. Select Settings2→ Advanced1 → Network 9. After getting into Network, input the following: DHCP: Off IP Address: 10.10.10.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 DNS Server: 0.0.0.0 (Enter) / ►...
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ATEGORY NPUT ENGTH IP Address Crestron Control IP ID Port Projector Name Projector Location Assigned To DHCP (Enabled) (N/A) IP Address Network Configuration Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Enabled (N/A) User Password New Password Confirm Enabled (N/A) Admin Password New Password Confirm For more information, please visit http://www.crestron.com.
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Preparing Email Alerts 1. Make sure that user can access the homepage of LAN RJ45 function by web browser (for ex- ample, Microsoft Internet Explorer). 2. From the Homepage of LAN/RJ45, click Alert Mail Settings. 3. By default, these input boxes in Alert Mail Settings are blank. –...
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4. For Sending alert mail, input the following: SMTP field is the mail server for sending out email (SMTP protocol). This is a required field. To field is the recipient’s email address (for example, the projector administrator). This is a required field.
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RS232 by Telnet Function Besides projector connected to RS232 interface with “Hyper-Terminal” communication by dedicated RS232 command control, there is alternative RS232 command control way, so called “RS232 by TELNET” for LAN/RJ45 interface. Quick Start-Guide for “RS232 by TELNET” 1. Check and get the IP-Address on OSD of the projector. 2.
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How to have TELNET enabled in Windows 7 / 8 / 10 By default installation for Windows, “TELNET” function is not included. But end-user can have it by way of “Turn Windows features On or Off” to be enabled. 1. Open “Control Panel” in Windows 2.
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Specsheet for “RS232 by TELNET” : 1. Telnet: TCP 2. Telnet port: 23 (for more detail, kindly please get contact with the Canon Customer Support Center) 3. Telnet utility: Windows “TELNET.exe” (console mode) 4. Disconnection for RS232-by-Telnet control normally: Close Windows Telnet utility directly after TELNET connection ready 5.
Advanced 2 Feature Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press ◄► to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press ▲▼ to move to the Advanced 2 menu and then press Enter or ►. Press ▲▼ to move up and down in the Advanced 2 menu.
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Source Filter Press the ENTER button to enter the Source Filter sub menu. If Enable is selected , the source becomes the object of Auto search. ESCRIPTION Press the ◄► buttons to enter and enable or disable the COMPUTER 1 source. COMPUTER 1 Press the ◄►...
• Be sure to use the specified lamp. • Contact the Canon Customer Support Center for further information. This can also be purchased from the Canon website. • Do not touch the inner glass surface when you replace the lamp. Doing so may cause deterioration to the projector’s performance.
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Remove the lamp cover. Disconnect the lamp connector Remove the two screws from the lamp module. Lift the module handle up. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module. – 62 –...
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Reverse steps 1 to 6 to install the new lamp module. While installing, align the lamp module and ensure it is level to avoid damage. Note: The lamp module must sit securely in place before tightening the screws. The lamp connector must be connected properly and place as drawing before Lamp cover installation...
Resetting the Lamp Hour After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor ◄► button to move to the Settings 2 menu. Press the cursor ▼▲...
Cleaning the Projector Clean the projector frequently to prevent dust from settling on the surface. A dirty lens may ruin the quality of the projected image. Caution: Before cleaning the projector, always turn it off, unplug it after the cooling fan stops, and wait at least 45 minutes.
Using the Kensington Lock Using the Kensington Lock If you are concerned about security, attach the projector to a permanent object with the Kensington slot and a security cable. Note: Contact your vendor for details on purchasing a suitable Kensington security cable. The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s MicroSaver Security System.
These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact Canon Customer Support Center. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose connection.
In the event of an error, please disconnect the AC power cord and wait for one (1) minute before restarting the projector. If the Power or Lamp LEDs are still blinking or any other situation that isn't listed in the chart above , please contact Canon Customer Support Center. Problem and Countermeasures...
Problem: The image is wider at the top or bottom (trapezoid effect) 1. Position the projector so it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. 2. Use the Keystone button on the remote control or the projector to correct the problem. Problem: The image is reversed Check the Projection setting on the Settings 1 menu of the OSD.
If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the projector serviced. Pack the projector in the original carton. Include a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem: For servicing, return the projector to the place you purchased it or Canon Customer Support Center.
PECIFICATIONS Specifications Model name LV-HD420 LV-X420 1-chip DLP™ Display system Time division color extraction, sequential display Optical system Effective display 0.65'' / 16:9 0.55'' / 4:3 area size Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1920 X 1080) X 1 panel 786,432 (1024 X 768) X 1 panel Zoom Manual (X 1.5)...
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RCA x 2 Audio-L / Audio-R input Mini jack x 3 Audio input x1, audio output x1, microphone input x1 Trigger output (12 V) Mini jack Dsub9 RS-232 connection RJ-45 Network connection (100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) Mini USB Service port USB A Power feeding (1.5A) Noise 40/36 dB (Lamp mode: Normal/Eco)
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O:Frequency supported —:Frequency not supported *:LV-HD420 native resolution of the panel is 1920 x 1080 LV-X420 native resolution of the panel is 1024 x 768 The aspect ratio of an input signal may be changed if its resolution is different with the panel resolution.
EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC Warning 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 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 communications.
PPENDIX RS-232 Protocol RS232 Setting Baud rate: 9600 Parity None check: Data bit: Stop bit: Flow None Control Minimum delay for next command: 1ms Control Command Structure Header code Command code Data code End code Command Data ‘V’ ASCII Command Data Operation Command Note:...
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Command Group 01 Return ASCII Function Description Value VXXS0105n 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 31h 30h 35h nh 0Dh Set Sharpness 0~31 0:6500K Get Color VXXG0106 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 31h 30h 36h 0Dh 1:7500K Pn/F Temperature 2:8300K 0:6500K Set Color VXXS0106n 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 31h 30h 36h nh 0Dh 1:7500K...
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Command Group 03 Return ASCII Function Description Value 0:Fill 1:4:3 2:16:9 VXXG0301 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 33h 30h 31h 0Dh Get Scaling Pn/F 3:Letter Box 4:Real 5:2.35:1 0:Fill 1:4:3 2:16:9 VXXS0301n 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 33h 30h 31h nh 0Dh Set Scaling 3:Letter Box 4:Real 5:2.35:1...
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Command Group 03 Return ASCII Function Description Value VXXG0331 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 33h 33h 31h 0Dh Get the R gain n=0~200 Pn/F VXXS0331n 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 33h 33h 31h nh 0Dh Set the R gain n=0~200 VXXG0332 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 33h 33h 32h 0Dh Get the G gain...
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Command Group 03 Return ASCII Function Description Value VXXG0351 56h Xh Xh 47h 30h 33h 35h 31h 0Dh Get the Cyan Gain n=-100~100 Pn/F VXXS0351n 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 33h 35h 31h nh 0Dh Set the Cyan Gain n=-100~100 Get the Magenta VXXG0352 56h Xh Xh 53h 30h 33h 35h 32h 0Dh...
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