Silicon Optix 50HD - Manual (Page 14)

Chapter 1 – Introduction
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Rear View
Ventilation: This fan provides ventilation to the lamp. Ensure that you do not
obstruct this opening.
Kensington Lock: Connect a Kensington MicroSaver Security System to this aper-
ture. Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to
use it to secure the projector from theft.
Back Panel I/O: The back panel I/O provides input and control connections. The fol-
lowing describes each control or I/O port.
1. +12VDC Outlet: Power outlet for an external device such as an automatic
screen. This output is energized when the projector is turned on. Before using
this feature, ensure that the polarity of the external device matches the projec-
tor and the current rating is less than 200 mA to avoid damage to the projec-
tor.
2. Wired Remote: Connecting the remote control directly to the projector allows
the remote control to work over greater distances and without interference
from external sources such as fluorescent lighting.
3. Computer/Input 1: Connect a computer’s VGA output to this RGB 15-pin D-
sub port to project the computer display.
4. DVI-D/Input 1: Connect a Digital Video Interface device to this port.
5. RS-232: Connect a serial cable to this 9-pin D-sub port and your computer to
perform firmware upgrades or to control the projector using RS232 commands
(See Appendix E).
6. S-Video/Input 4: Connect an S-Video source to this 4-pin mini-DIN port.
7. Composite Video/Input 4: Connect a standard RCA video cable to this port.
8. Rear Remote Infrared Sensor: Point the remote control at this sensor to con-
trol the projector.
9. Component / Input - 2&3: Attach component device cables to these RCA
ports. Component Video will provide the best image quality.
10.AC Power Socket: Connect the power cable to this socket.
11. Power Switch: Turns the power to the projector on and off. Note that you
must press the Power button on the top control panel to put the projector in
operating mode. Do not set this switch to off if the projector lamp is on. Always
place the projector into standby mode prior to setting this switch to off.
Ventilation Back panel I/O and
controls
Kensington
lock aperture
Back panel I/O and controls