Toshiba TDP-P4 User Manual Page 1

TDP-P4Digital ProjectorUSER’S GUIDE

6Setting up the ProjectorNOTE: Before you continue,make sure the projector and allother equipment is turned off. Ifyou’re connecting a computer,make s

7Connecting a ComputerThe projector ships with an analog computer cable. If your com-puter has a digital output, you can order the optional digital co

8Setting up the ProjectorConnecting a Video PlayerIf your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, use the composite video cabl

9Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the ImageNOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.1Remove the lens cap.2Plug the power

11USING THE PROJECTORThis section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote bu

12Using the ProjectorThe projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release eleva-tor foot and button.To raise the projector:1Press and hold the

13FIGURE 10Remote controlNOTE: If the remote is inactive for several minutes, it “sleeps” to conserve battery life. Press any button except the disk m

14Using the ProjectorUsing the Keypad and Remote ButtonsWhile the menus are displayed, the SOURCE and RESYNC buttons on the keypad become INCREMENT an

15Resync (keypad only)Resets the options in the menus (except Language, Video Stan-dard, and Rear Projection) to their original settings.Keystone + -

16Using the ProjectorUsing the On-Screen MenusThe projector has menus that allow you to make image adjust-ments and change a variety of settings. Thes

iTABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Instructions iiiIntroduction 1Image Resolution 1Compatibility 1Unpacking the Projector 1Usage Guidelines 3If You Need Ass

17Display MenuTo access the Display menu settings, press the MENU button to display the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to highlight Display, th

18Using the ProjectorContrastThe contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contr

19Image Menu for Computer SourcesTo access the Image menu settings, press the MENU button to dis-play the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to hig

20Using the ProjectorManual Sync The projector adjusts signal synchronization automatically for most computers. But if the projected computer image lo

21Image Menu for Video SourcesFIGURE 16Image menu for video sourcesResizeResize allows you to select from among four different re-sizing options. The

22Using the ProjectorControl MenuTo access the Control menu settings, press the MENU button to display the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to hi

23Advanced MenuTo access the Advanced menu settings, press the MENU button to display the Main menu, press the DECREMENT button to highlight Advanced,

24Using the ProjectorLanguage MenuFIGURE 19Language menuYou can display the on-screen menus in English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese or Japanese.

25Status MenuThis is a read-only menu for informational purposes. To display the Status menu, highlight Status from the Main menu, then press SELECT.

27MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTINGThis section describes how to:•clean the lens•replace the projection lamp •replace the batteries in the remote•use

iiTa b l e o f C o n t e n t sAppendix 35Specifications 35Accessories 36Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 38Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBo

28Maintenance & Troubleshooting3Insert a small screwdriver or other flat object into the slot near the front of the projector. Slide the screwdriv

295Loosen the captive screw on the lamp module.FIGURE 23Loosening the screw on the lamp module6Grasp the pull tab to pull the lamp module out. Dispose

30Maintenance & Troubleshooting7Install the new lamp module.8Tighten the screw on the outside of the module. 9Press the yellow tab to reconnect th

31Replacing the Batteries in the Remote ControlThe life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you use the remote. Symptoms of low battery

32Maintenance & TroubleshootingTroubleshootingProblem: The projector is not running•Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a fully

33If you’re using Windows 98:1Open “My Computer” icon, the Control Panel folder and then the Display icon.2Click the Settings tab.3Verify that the Des

34Maintenance & TroubleshootingProblem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or spots•Adjust the brightness. See “Brightness” on page

35APPENDIXSpecificationsThe projector must be operated and stored within the tempera-ture and humidity ranges specified. Te m p e r a t u r eOperating

36AppendixAccessoriesNOTE: Use only Toshiba-approved accessories. Otherproducts have not been tested withthe projector.Power Cords (one ships with pro

37Optional AccessoriesDeluxe Travel CaseExecutive Leather CaseHard Travel Elite Porter CaseProjection Lamp Module Digital Computer Cable PC Guardian P

iiiSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPlease read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-t

38AppendixPortable and Laptop Activation ChartNOTE: Visit our website atprojectors.toshiba..com for themost current activation chart. It islocated in

39Apple see Mac Portable and Mac PowerBookAspen automatic automaticAward FN-F6 FN-F6BCC* automatic reboot computerBondwell LCD or CRT options after bo

40AppendixEverex* setup screen option setup screen optionFor-A Ctrl-Alt-Shift-C Ctrl-Shift-Alt-LFujitsu FN-F10Gateway FN-F3FN-F1/FN-F1 again simul-tan

41210, 230, 250, 270, 280, 2300requires Apple Docking Station or Mini DockMagitronic FN-F4 FN-F4Mastersport FN-F2 FN-F1Micro Express* automatic warm r

42Appendix* These manufacturers have models that automatically send video to the external CRT port when some type of display device is attached.** The

43Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook ComputerWhen you turn video mirroring (called SimulScan in newer Pow-erBooks—see below) on, the projector dis

44AppendixProjected Image SizeNOTE: Use the graph and tableto help you determine projectedimage sizes.FIGURE 26Projected image sizeTa b l e 1 : Range

45INDEXAaccessories, ordering 36, 37activation commands for laptop com-puters 38adjustingbrightness 17color 18contrast 18height of the projector 12key

46IndexEelevator button/foot 12Ffocusing the image 11forward/back buttons 15fuzzy lines 20HHDTV 1, 8, 18height adjustment 12IIBM-compatible computersc

47PPAL video 21power cordconnecting 9ordering 36power up sequence 9, 32PowerPoint slides, advancing with the remote 13project from behind the screen 2

ivSafety Instructions•Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may damage your projector.•Caution: Don’t place the projector on a

FCC WarningThis 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. Thes

Declaration of ConformityManufacturer: Toshiba Corporation1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, JapanWe declare under our sole responsibility that

1INTRODUCTIONThe Toshiba TDP-P4 digital projector is specifically designed for the mobile presenter. It generates crisp, clear images using Digital Li

2IntroductionFIGURE 1Shipping box contents1. TDP-P4 digital projector + lens cap5. Remote control 2. Soft carry case 6. Analog computer cable3. User’s

3FIGURE 2Side view of projectorUsage Guidelines• Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector is turned on. The bright light may h

5SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR1Place the projector on a flat surface.•The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.