Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Canon LV-7250/LV-X6 projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. Your serial number is located on the bottom of your projector. Record it here: CAUTION To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.
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CYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. Federal Communication Commission Notice Multimedia Projector, Model : LV-7250 and LV-X6 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.
If you inhale the gas or the shards of the broken lamp enter your eyes or mouth, consult the doctor immediately. If a lamp explodes, its shards may scatter inside the projector. Ask the Canon service representative to clean and check the inside of the projector and replace the lamp.
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For UK only: In UK, a BS approved power cord with moulded plug has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with this equipment. If a power cord is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier. Important Safeguards These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock.
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• Do not look into the lens while the projector is on. Serious damage to your eyes could result. • Keep any items such as magnifying glass out of the light path of the projector. The light being projected from the lens is extensive, therefore any kind of abnormal objects that can redirect light coming out of the lens, can cause unpredictable outcome such as fire or injury to the eyes.
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CARRYING/TRANSPORTING THE PROJECTOR This projector is a precision machine. Do not give a strong shock to the projector or turn it down. Thoroughly read "Use Caution When Carrying or Transporting the Projector" below and install the lens cap before carrying the projector. When transporting the projector by train or airplane, use a highly crashworthy transport case. Use Caution When Carrying or Transporting the Projector The carrying bag is intended for protection from dust and scratches on the surface of the cabinet, and it is not de- signed to protect the projector from external shocks.
Table of Contents Important Information ... 1. Introduction ... What's in the Box? ... 1 Introduction to the Projector ... 2 Part Names of the Projector ... 4 Top Features ... 6 Terminal Panel Features ... 7 Part Names of the Remote Control ... 8 Battery Installation ...
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Turning Off the Image and Sound ... 30 Freezing a Picture... 30 Enlarging and Moving a Picture ... 30 Using the Remote Mouse Receiver (LV-7250 only) ... 31 Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector ... 33 5. Using On-Screen Menu ...
Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your projector. Projector Lens cap AC power cord (4.5 m / 14.8’) Quick Start Guide Important Information For LV-7250 only Remote mouse receiver (10 cm / 0.3’) [7N900562] Soft case VGA cable Remote control (1.8 m / 5.9’)
Congratulations on Your Purchase of The Projector The LV-7250/LV-X6 is one of the very best projectors available today. The projector enables you to project precise images up to 300 inches across (measured diagonally) from your PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook), VCR, DVD player, document camera, or a laser disc player.
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About this user's manual The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Take a few minutes now to review the user's manual. This may save you time later on. At the beginning of each section of the manual you'll find an overview.
(See page 6) Ventilation (inlet) / Filter Cover (See page 51) Do not block this vent. Troubles or fire can result. Two filters on LV-7250 One filter on LV-X6 Built-in Security Slot ( Ventilation (inlet) Lens Cap Be sure to remove the lens cap during projection.
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Adjustable Tilt Foot Lock Button (See page 23) HINT: The Canon logo is on the panel of the projector cabinet . When projecting an image with the projector hung from the ceiling, turn the Canon logo upside down. To turn the logo upside down, follow the steps below.
Top Features WARNING LAMP 1. POWER Button ( Use this button to turn the power on and off when the main power is supplied and the projector is in standby mode. To turn on the projector, press and hold this button for about 1 second.
DVD player. 3. AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini) (LV-7250 only) This is where you connect the audio output from your computer or DVD player when connected to the COM- PUTER input.
Part Names of the Remote Control POWER INFO. IMAGE INPUT AUTO PC ASPECT NO SHOW MENU BACK L - CLICK R - CLICK PAGE D.ZOOM FREEZE RD-428E 1. Infrared Transmitter Direct the remote control toward the remote sensor on the projector cabinet. 2.
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POWER INFO. IMAGE INPUT AUTO PC ASPECT NO SHOW MENU BACK L - CLICK R - CLICK PAGE D.ZOOM FREEZE RD-428E 11. OK Button Use this button to enter your menu selection. It works the same way as the OK button on the cabinet. See page 6.
Battery Installation Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. Remote Control Precautions • Handle the remote control carefully. • If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. • Avoid excessive heat and humidity. • Do not heat, take apart, or throw batteries into fire. •...
2. Installation and Connections This section describes how to set up your projector and how to connect video and audio sources. Your projector is simple to set up and use. But before you get started, you must first: Set up a screen and the projector. See page 12. Connect your computer or video equipment to the projector.
Setting Up the Screen and the Projector Selecting a Location The further your projector is from the screen or wall, the larger the image. The minimum size the image can be is approximately 25" measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 1.1 m (3.7’) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300"...
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WARNING • Installing your projector on the ceiling must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your dealer for more information. • Do not attempt to install the projector yourself. • Only use your projector on a solid, level surface. If the projector falls to the ground, you can be injured and the projector severely damaged.
For more details, refer to your computer’s owner’s manual. Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer NOTE: • LV-7250: The ANALOG IN- 1 connector supports Plug & Play (DDC2). • LV-X6: The ANALOG IN connector supports Plug & Play (DDC2). LV-7250...
To connect Scart output (RGB) Video equipment such as DVD player Commercially available Scart cable Before connections: An exclusive Scart adapter (LV-CA35) and a commercially available Scart cable are required for this connection. NOTE: Audio signal is not available for this connection. From the menu, select [Setup] →...
NOTE: Daisy chain connection is not possible. NOTE: • The signal from the ANALOG-2 IN connector cannot be output from the MONITOR OUT connector on LV-7250. • The LV-X6 does not have the AUDIO OUT connector. • Use an audio cable without a built-in resistor. Using an audio cable with a built-in resistor turns down the sound.
Connecting Your DVD Player with Component Output LV-7250 S-VIDEO VIDEO Audio cable (not supplied) Audio Equipment A component signal will be automatically displayed. If not, from the menu, select [Setup] → [Input signal select] → [Computer-1 ([Computer] on LV-X6 )] → [COMPONENT].
Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player S-Video cable (not supplied) Video cable (not supplied) VCR/ Laser disc player AUDIO OUT NOTE: The AUDIO IN L/MONO and R jacks (RCA) are shared between the Video and S-Video inputs. NOTE: Refer to your VCR or laser disc player owner's manual for more information about your equipment's video output requirements.
Connecting the Supplied Power Cord Connect the supplied power cord to the projector. First connect the supplied power cord's two-pin plug to the AC IN of the projector, and then connect the other plug of the supplied power cord in the wall outlet. To wall outlet ←...
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. Turning on the Projector NOTE: • The projector has two power switches: a main power switch and a POWER button. •...
Note on Startup screen (Menu Language Select screen) When you first turn on the projector, you will get the Startup menu. This menu gives you the opportunity to select one of the 8 menu languages. To select a menu language, follow these steps: 1.
Press and quickly release the INPUT button on the projector cabinet to display the Source list. Each time the INPUT button is pressed, the input source will change as follows: "Computer 1", "Computer 2 (LV-7250 only)", "Video" (VCR or laser disc player), "S-Video", To display the selected source, allow 1 second to elapse.
Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Place your projector on a flat level surface and ensure that the projector is square to the screen. Lift the front edge of the projector to center the image vertically. If the projected image does not appear square to the screen then use the Keystone feature for proper adjustment.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) Zoom Use the ZOOM lever to finely adjust the im- age size on the screen. Focus Use the FOCUS ring to obtain the best fo- cus.
NOTE: The Keystone correction range can be made narrower, depending on a signal or its aspect ratio selection. Adjusting with the Auto Keystone Function (LV-7250 only) The Auto Keystone correction feature will correct the vertical distortion of a projected image on the screen. No special operation required.
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3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) 5. Press the MENU button. The menu will be closed. TIP: The changes can be saved with [Keystone save]. ( → page 44) NOTE: • Although the Auto Keystone angle that can be corrected is about 30 degrees upward and downward, we recommend that you use the Auto Keystone within an angle of +/- 10 degrees.
Automatically Optimizing on RGB Image Adjusting the Image Using Auto PC adjustment Optimizing an RGB image automatically. Press the AUTO PC button to optimize an RGB image automatically. [Poor picture] [Normal picture] Press the AUTO PC button to fine-tune the computer image or to remove any vertical banding that might appear and to reduce video noise, dot interference or cross talk (this is evident when part of your image appears to be shimmer- ing).
Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector: 1. Press the POWER button on the projector cabinet or the remote control. The “Power Off / OK?” message will appear. 2. Press the OK button or press the POWERbutton again. The POWER indicator will glow orange.
After Use Preparation: Make sure that the projector is turned off. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Disconnect any other cables. 3. Retract adjustable tilt feet if extended. 4. Cover the lens with the lens cap. 5. Put the projector and its accessories in the supplied soft case. CAUTION: Use caution when putting the projector in the soft case immediately after the projector has been operating.
4. Convenient Features Turning off the Image and Sound Press the NO SHOW button to turn off the image and sound for a short period of time. Press again to restore the image and sound. Freezing a Picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze a projected moving picture such as DVD.
NOTE: Wait at least 5 seconds after disconnecting the mouse receiver before reconnecting it and vice versa. The computer may not identify the mouse receiver if it is repeatedly connected and disconnected in rapid intervals. Computer To USB port of PC or Macintosh Remote mouse receiver 4. Convenient Features (LV-7250 only)
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Operating your computer’s mouse from the remote control You can operate your computer's mouse from the remote control. PAGE Button ... scrolls the viewing area of the window or to move to the previous or next slide in / Mouse Buttons ... moves the mouse cursor on your computer. L-CLICK Button ...
Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector A password can be set for your projector to avoid operation by an unauthorized user using the Menu. When a pass- word is set, turning on the projector will display the password input screen. Unless the correct password is entered, the projector cannot project an image.
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The [Confirm password] screen will be displayed. NOTE: Do not forget your password. If you forget your password, contact your dealer. 7. Type in the same combination of SELECT button The confirmation screen will be displayed. 8. Select [Yes] and press the OK button. The Password function has been enabled.
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4. Use the SELECT button to select [Password] and press the OK or SELECT 5. Use the SELECT button to select [off] and press the OK button. The password confirmation screen will be displayed. 6. Type in your password and press the OK button. When the correct password is entered, the Password function will be disabled.
5. Using On-Screen Menu Using the Menus NOTE: The on-screen menu may not be displayed correctly while interlaced motion video image is projected. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or projector cabinet to display the Menu. 2. Press the SELECT for the item you want to adjust or set.
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4. Use the SELECT button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to select the item you want to adjust or set. 5. Adjusting the level of a selected item or selecting an item. Changes are stored until you adjust it again. Press the BACK button to return to the previous screen.
Menu Elements Source Highlight Menu windows or dialog boxes typically have the following elements: Title ... Indicates the menu title. Highlight ... Indicates the selected menu or item. Source ... Indicates the currently selected source. Remaining countdown time ... Indicates the remaining countdown time when the Off Timer is preset. Solid triangle ...
Reset Display settings Aspect Cinema position Horizontal position Vertical position Clock Tracking Noise reduction Setup General Auto keystone (LV-7250 only) On Keystone adjustment Keystone save Screen color Lamp mode Language Installation Image flip H/V Communication speed Key lock Password Menu color select...
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Information Usage time Remaining lamp time Lamp counter Filter counter Projector usage Input signal Source index Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency Input signal type Video type Sync type Sync polarity Scan type Version Firmware Data Reset Current signal All data Lamp counter Filter counter Item RGB, Component, HDTV, SCART, VIDEO, S-VIDEO...
Menu Descriptions & Functions [Image adjustment] [Image mode] When selecting user adjustable [Image mode], the submenu will be displayed. You can customize each gamma or color. To do so, first select [Image mode] and press the OK button, then proceed using the following steps.
Adjusting White Balance [White balance] This allows you to adjust the white balance. Brightness for each color (RGB) is used to adjust the black level of the screen; Contrast for each color (RGB) to adjust the white level of the screen. Adjusting Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Color level and Color balance You can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, color level and color balance.
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NOTE: • When you are displaying an RGB image with a higher resolution than the projector's native resolution, the image will be displayed in [Normal] even if [True size] is selected. Only when displaying an RGB image with a lower resolution than the projector's native resolution, will the image be able to be displayed in its true resolution [True size].
Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setup] [General] LV-7250 Enabling Auto Keystone [Auto keystone] (LV-7250 only) This feature allows the projector to detect its tilt and correct vertical distortion automatically. Turn off the Auto Keystone feature, select [Off]. Correcting Vertical Keystone Distortion Manually [Keystone adjustment] You can correct vertical distortion manually.
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Selecting Lamp Mode [Lamp mode] This feature enables you to select two brightness modes of the lamp: Normal and Quiet modes. The lamp life can be extended by using the Quiet mode. Lamp Mode Normal Mode Quiet Mode NOTE: • The lamp life remaining and lamp hours used can be checked in [Usage time]. Select [Information] → [Usage time]. •...
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5. Using On-Screen Menu [Installation] Selecting Projector Orientation [Image flip H/V] This sets your image for your type of projection application. The options are: front projection, rear projection, ceiling mounted projection and rear ceiling mounted projection. None Rear, Ceiling mounted Rear Ceiling mounted Selecting Communication Speed [Communication speed]...
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The preset choices are [Manual], [5 sec], [15 sec], and [45 sec]. Selecting a Color for Background [No signal screen] Use this feature to display a blue, black screen or the Canon logo screen when no signal is available. [Options] Setting Off Timer [Off timer] You can use the Off Timer feature to turn off the projector automatically at a preset time.
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Enabling Fan Speed Mode [Fan mode] This option allows you to select two modes for fan speed: Auto mode and High speed mode. Auto ... The built-in fans automatically run at a variable speed according to the internal temperature. High ... The built-in fans run at a fixed high speed. When you wish to cool down the temperature inside the projector quickly, select [High].
Hours and starts counting down. If the remaining lamp time reaches 0 hours, the projector will not turn on regardless of whether the lamp mode is set to Normal or Quiet. Model Normal LV-7250 2000 3000 LV-X6 [Input signal] [Source index]...
[Version] [Firmware version] [Data version] Menu Descriptions & Functions [Reset] Resetting settings and adjustments [Reset] The Reset feature allows you to change adjustments and settings to the factory preset for a (all) source (s) except the following: [Current signal] Resets the adjustments for the current signal to the factory preset levels. The items that can be reset are: [Image mode], [Brightness], [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Color level], [Color balance], [Aspect], [Horizontal position], [Vertical position], [Clock], [Tracking] and [Noise reduction].
1. Remove the filter cover by pushing down on the catch of the cover until you feel it detach. 2. Gently peel off the filter (sponge) and replace it with the new one. Catch LV-X6 (one filter) LV-7250 (two filters)
3. Reinstall the new filter cover. NOTE: Do not wash the filter with soap and water. Soap and water will damage the filter membrane. Before replacing the filter, remove dust and dirt from the projector cabinet. Keep out dust and dirt during filter replacement. NOTE: When you replace the lamp, it is also wise to replace the filter.
The lamp component might have high voltage and heat. For safety, the lamp part is designed to prevent the lamp cover from easily becoming detached. Optional lamp and tools needed for replacement: • Replacement lamp LV-LP26 (LV-7250) or LV-LP27 (LV-X6) • Phillips screwdriver or equivalent NOTE: The two lamp houses are slightly different in appearance.
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2. Remove the lamp cover. (1) Press firmly and slide the lamp cover by 1 cm (0.4”) • Do not force to pull the lamp cover (2) Push two catches on both sides lightly pull up the lamp cover 3. Remove the lamp. (1)Loosen the two screws securing the lamp until the phillips screwdriver goes into a freewheeling condition.
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4. Insert a new lamp until the lamp is plugged into the socket. CAUTION Do not use a lamp other than the replacement lamp LV-LP26 (LV-7250) or LV-LP27 (LV-X6). This may be ordered from your dealer. Secure it in place with the two screws.
7. Appendix Troubleshooting This section helps you resolve problems you may encounter while setting up or using the projector. WARNING Indicator POWER Indicator LAMP Indicator Indicator Messages POWER Indicator Indicator Condition Blinking light Green Orange Steady light Green Orange WARNING Indicator Indicator Condition Blinking light Green...
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• Ensure that the Power Management or Off timer is off. See page 47. No picture • Use the INPUT button to select your source (LV-7250: Computer 1, Computer 2, Video or S-Video / LV-X6: Computer, Video or S-Video). See page 22. If there is still no picture, press the button again.
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If there is no picture, or the picture is not displayed correctly. • Power on process for the projector and the PC. Be sure to connect the RGB cable between the projector and the computer before turning on the computer. There are some notebook PCs, which do not output signal unless there is a projector or monitor connected first.
Cabinet Dimensions LV-X6 LV-7250 AUDIO PORT SERVICE ANALOG AUDIO IN-2 ANALOG AUDIO PORT SERVICE IN-1 ANALOG AUDIO BACK LAMP AUTO KEYSTONE INPUT WARNING MENU 310 (12.2") 73 (2.9") Lens center PUSH 7. Appendix VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO Lens center Unit: mm (inch)
Green Ground Blue Ground No Connection Sync Signal Ground Scart Sync* Bi-directional DATA (SDA)* Horizontal Sync or Composite Sync Vertical Sync Data Clock* * Only ANALOG-1 input connector supported on LV-7250. 7. Appendix YCbCr Signal Cr Ground Y Ground Cb Ground...
Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15KHz to 100KHz (RGB: 24KHz or over) Vertical: 50Hz to 120Hz Signal Resolution ( Dots ) NTSC PAL60 SECAM VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA 1024 VESA 1024 1024 VESA 1024 VESA 1024 VESA...
Relationship between Screen Size and Projection distance Screen size at 4:3 Zoomed projection aspect ratio distance W x D (cm) Max. Min. – 1.1 m 25" (3.7') – 1.3 m 30" (4.4') 1.2 m 1.8 m 40" (3.8') (5.9') 1.4 m 2.3 m 50"...
Function Code Data POWER ON POWER OFF INPUT SELECT COMPUTER-1 (COMPUTER on LV-X6) INPUT SELECT COMPUTER-2 (LV-7250 only) INPUT SELECT VIDEO INPUT SELECT S-VIDEO NO SHOW ON NO SHOW OFF SOUND MUTE ON SOUND MUTE OFF NOTE: Contact your local dealer for a full list of the PC Control Codes if needed.
Troubleshooting Check List Before contacting your dealer or service personnel, check the following list to be sure repairs are needed, you may also refer to the “Troubleshooting” section in your user’s manual. This checklist below will help us solve your problem more efficiently.
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Vertical sync frequency Sync polarity Sync type WARNING Indicator: Steady light Flashing light Remote control model number: Projector Signal cable Canon standard or other manufacturer’s cable? Model number: Length: Distribution amplifier Model number: Switcher Model number: Adapter Model number: Installation environment...
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