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Before you start.........................................................................................2
Important information ...............................................................................5
Connecting a computer to the TOSHIBA TDP490 ..................................6
Connecting a video source to the TOSHIBA TDP490...........................10
Connecting a TV-source to the TOSHIBA TDP490 ...............................12
Using the TOSHIBA TDP490 ..................................................................14
Using the menus .....................................................................................19
Maintenance ............................................................................................32
What do I do if (Trouble shooting).........................................................33
`FCC Statement', Important precautions and
`Trademarks Copyright' ..........................................................................35
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Thank you for choosing the
TOSHIBA TDP490 projector
The TOSHIBA TDP490 will display high brightness
images with vivid colors, even under normal light condi-
tions. As input for your presentation you can use CD-I,
CD-ROM, Photo CDs, Laser Disks, DVD, normal VCRs
or computers. You can have multiple input connected
simultaneously for high impact multimedia presentation.
Thanks to the unique TOSHIBA Graphical User
Interface, the TOSHIBA TDP490 offers true plug and
play operation from remote control, which by the way
also can control your computer.
Before you start to use, please read "IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS" (page 35-36)
1.1 Color coding for ease of use
All connectors, plugs and buttons on the product are
colored to make the connection and use as easy and
intuitive as possible. The following colors are used:
x Computer - gray (PC) /black (MAC)
x TV/channel - purple (---- option)
x Video (Composite) - yellow
x S-video - dark blue
x Stand by - red
x Auto setup - green
x Audio - red/white
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1 Before you start
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1.2 Accessories
Please take a few minutes to make sure that your
TOSHIBA TDP490 contains all the necessary parts:
1.2.1 Computer accessories for
external PC/MAC
x Computer cable Enhanced Video Connector (EVC),
male at both ends, 3 m/9.8 ft.
x Cable for PC / MAC audio (Stereo jack, 0,8 m)
x PC adapter
x RS-232 mouse cable for PC
x PS/2 mouse cable for PC
x MAC adapter
x Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) mouse cable for MAC
1.2.2 Video accessories
x Super-video cable
x Composite video cable
x Audio cable. (Euro Scart Adapter only for Europe)
1.2.3 Other cables/accessories
x Dual soft bag
x Power cable, 4m/12 ft.
x Remote control including batteries
(type AAA/LR03)
1.2.4 Optional cables and accessories
x EVC cable, 10-15m
x Ceiling mount kit
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CHAN
FOCUS
ZOOM
S-V
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TV
PC
Batteries
Softbag
Interactive
Remote
Control
EVC cable
Super-video cable
Composite video cable
Audio cable
Stereo jack cable
PC adapter
Mac adapter
PS/2 mouse for PC
RS232 mouse for PC
ADB mouse for Macintosh
Figure 1: Product and accessories
Cable organizerbag
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1.3 Insert batteries in the remote
control
Figure 2 shows the remote control with the battery
lid removed. Slide off the battery lid and insert the
batteries with the + and - poles correct. Slide the
battery lid back on again.
The warranty card or copy of invoice is your proof of
purchase. Please make sure that the warranty card is
returned in order to get the warranty service you are
entitled to.
Failure to return the warranty card may void your
warranty.
NOTE!
Please read caution when transporting the unit.
2. Important information
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Figure 2: Inserting batteries in remote control
WARNING!
Tampering with or opening the
TOSHIBA TDP490 can be dangerous.
Leave maintenance to authorized TOSHIBA
service personnel. Please contact your local
dealer with any service or maintenance
questions you
may have.
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