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MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR LV-7365/LV-7265/LV-7260/LV-X7 User’s Manual The LV-7365 projector's model name indicated on the projector's la- bel is LV-7365 and LV-7365 (E) respectively. Both models are referred to as LV-7365 throughout the user's manu- al except some of the specifications pages.
Important Information Safety Cautions Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Canon LV-7365/LV-7265/LV-7260/LV-X7 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.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the projector must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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 representa- tive to clean and check the inside of the projector and replace the lamp.
Place the projector in a horizontal position The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 10 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically.
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• Do not cover the lens with the black lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on. Doing so can lead to melting the cap and possibly burning your hands due to the heat emitted from the light output.
The carrying bag is intended for protection from dust and scratches on the surface of the cabinet, and it is not designed to protect the projector from external shocks. When carrying the projector with it put in the carrying bag, do not give a shock to it, drop it, or place anything on it.
Remote Control Precautions ... 10 Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control ... 10 2. Installation and Connections ❶ Setting Up the Screen and the Projector ... 12 Selecting a Location (LV-7365/LV-7265) ... 12 Throw Distance and Screen Size ... 12 Selecting a Location (LV-7260/LV-X7) ...
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❷ Freezing a Picture ... 34 ❸ Enlarging and Moving a Picture ... 34 ❹ Using the Remote Mouse Receiver (LV-7365/LV-7265/LV-7260) ... 35 ❺ Preventing the Unauthorized Use of the Projector ... 37 5. Using On-Screen Menu ... 40 ❶ Using the Menus ... 40 ❷...
1. Introduction ❶ What's in the Box? Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer. 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’)
* If you turn on the projector immediately after the lamp is turned off or when the temperature is high, the fans runs without displaying an image for some time and then the projector will display the image.
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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.
Main Power switch When you plug the supplied power cord into an active wall outlet and turn on the Main Power, the POWer indicator turns orange and the projector is in standby mode. (see page 24) Controls (see page 6)
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Button (see page 27) HINT: The Canon logo is on the panel of the projector cabinet . When projecting an image with the projector hung from the ceil- ing, turn the Canon logo upside down. To turn the logo upside down, follow the steps below.
LAMP . 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. To turn off the projector, press this button twice.
LV-7260/LV-X7. See page 18, 21. Use this port to connect a PC or control system to control the projector via an optional RS-232C serial cable (LV-CA34). If you are writing your own pro- gram, typical PC control codes are on page 71.
When the main power is on, you can use this button to turn your projector on. NOTE: To turn on the projector, press and hold the POWER button for about 1 second. You can use this button to turn your projector off.
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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 . OK Button Use this button to enter your menu selection. It works the same way as the OK button on the cabi- net.
• The projector will not respond if there are objects between the remote control and the sensor, or if strong light falls on the sensor. Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector.
① Set up a screen and the projector. See page 12, 13. ② Connect your computer or video equipment to the projector. See pages 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22. ③ Connect the supplied power cord. See page 23.
25" measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 1.1 m (3.5’) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" when the projector is about 8.4 m (27.6’) from the wall or screen. Use the drawing below as a guide.
25" measured diagonally when the projector is roughly 1.1 m (3.6’) from the wall or screen. The largest the image can be is 300" when the projector is about 8.8 m (28.9’) from the wall or screen. Use the draw- ing below as a guide.
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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.
This is because the projector will process a video signal as a computer signal at the default setting. In that case, do the following. * When an image is displayed with the lower and upper black portion of the screen or a dark image is not displayed correctly: Project an image to fill the screen and then press the AUTO PC button on the remote control or the projector cabinet.
Macintosh (desktop type) NOTE: When the DVI to VGA adapter is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove it from the projector. Failure to do so may cause damage to the connector of the projector.
When Viewing a DVI Digital Signal (LV-7365/LV-7265) To project a DVI digital signal, be sure to connect the PC and the projector using a DVI digital cable (not supplied) before turning on your PC or projector. Turn on the projector first and select Computer 2 (Digital) from the source menu before turning on your PC.
This is because the projector will process a video signal as a computer signal at the default setting. In that case, do the following. • When an image is displayed with the lower and upper black portion of the screen or a dark image is not displayed correctly: Project an image to fill the screen and then press the AUTO PC button on the remote control or the projector cabinet.
S-VIDEO SERVICE PORT VIDEO AUDIO IN You can connect a separate, external monitor to your projector to simultaneously view on a monitor the RGB ana- log image you're projecting. NOTE: Daisy chain connection is not possible. NOTE: • The signal from the DIGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-2 connector cannot be output from the Monitor Output connector on LV-7365/ LV-7265.
Connecting Your DVD Player with Component Output Use audio equipment for stereo sound. 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] or [Computer 2 (Analog)] ([Computer] on LV-7260/LV-X7) → [COMPONENT]. NOTE: Refer to your DVD player's owner's manual for more information about your DVD player's video output requirements.
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 require- ments.
To project a source from audio video equipment with a digital video output such as an HDMI or DVI connector, use a commercially available HDMI-to-DVI cable or the optional DVI digital cable to connect the Computer 2 input [DIGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-2] connector of the projector as shown below. To output the sound in stereo, connect to audio equipment.
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.
3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen. ❶ Turning on the Projector NOTE: • The projector has two power switches: a main power switch and a POWER button.
"Language" on pages and 49. NOTE: Immediately after turning on the projector, screen flicker may occur. This is normal. Wait 3 to 5 minutes until the lamp lighting is stabilized. When the Lamp mode is set to Quiet, the LAMP indicator will light green.
[Computer 2 (Digital)] and [Computer 2 (Analog)]. Selecting Default Source You can set a source as the default source so that it will be displayed each time the projector is turned on. 1. Select [Setup] → [Options] → [Default source select] from the menu.
❸ 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 focus.
NOTE: The Keystone correction range can be made narrower, depending on a signal or its aspect ratio selection. NOTE: Turning off the projector will cause your manual keystone adjustments to return to "0". To save your manual keystone ad- justments, select [Keystone save] from the menu. See page 48.
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NOTE: • When the menu is displayed, the Keystone Correction operation is not available by using the buttons on the projector cabinet. When the menu is displayed, press the BACK button to close the menu and then perform the Keystone correction.
AUTO PC AUTO PC LAMP MENU increase volume increase volume KEYSTONE decrease volume BACK buttons on the projector cabinet work as a volume control. 3. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) POWER INFO. MENU IMAGE INPUT AUTO PC ASPECT NO SHOW...
3. Turn off the Main Power switch. The power indicator will go out. TIP: The main power of the projector can be turned off by pressing the main power switch or by unplugging the power cord even during the cool down period after the projector is turned off. NOTE: Do not turn off the main power within 10 seconds of making adjustment or setting changes and closing the menu.
NOTE: When placing the projector in the soft case, retract the tilt feet and the rear feet. Failure to do so may case damage to the projector. CAUTION: Use caution when putting the projector in the soft case immediately after the projector has been operating.
4. Convenient Features ❶ 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. ❷ Freezing a Picture Press the FREEZE button to freeze a projected moving picture such as DVD.
❹ Using the Remote Mouse Receiver The remote mouse receiver enables you to operate your computer’s mouse functions from the remote control. It is a great convenience for clicking through your computer-generated presentations. Connecting the remote mouse receiver to your computer If you wish to use the remote mouse function, connect the mouse receiver and computer.
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 ...works as the mouse left button.
❺ 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 password 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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To turn on the projector when Password is enabled: 1. Press the Main Power Switch to the On position (I). 2. Press and hold the POWER button for about 1 second. the projector will be turned on and display a message to the effect that the projector is password-protected. 3. Press the MENU button. the Password screen will be displayed. 4. Enter your password in the Password screen and press the OK button.
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4. Use the SELECT or button to select [Password] and press the OK or SELECT 5. Use the SELECT or 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. NOTE: • If you forget your password, contact your dealer. • The [Password] setting cannot be cancelled by using the [Reset] of the menu. [Menu example for LV-7365] .
5. Using On-Screen Menu ❶ 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 button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to highlight the menu for the item you want to adjust or set. 3. Press the SELECT button or the OK button on the remote control or the projector cabinet to select a submenu or item. POWER INFO. IMAGE INPUT AUTO PC...
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4. Use the SELECT or 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. For Adjusting items (Slide bar) Slide bar ...Indicates settings or the direction of adjustment. • Use the SELECT buttons to adjust the item. For Selecting items (Solid triangle) Solid triangle ...Indicates further choices are available. A high- lighted triangle indicates the item is active.
❷ 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. Slide bar ...Indicates settings or the direction of adjustment.
Off, On Color Color, Monochrome 45 sec Manual, 5 sec, 15sec, 45 sec Blue Blue, Black, Canon logo Off, 100(H), 200(H), 500(H), 1000(H) Off, 0:30, 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 8:00, 12:00, 16:00 Normal Off, Normal, Fine Off, On Off, 0:05, 0:10, 0:20, 0:30...
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Information Usage time Remaining lamp time Lamp counter Filter counter Input signal Source index Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency Input signal type Video type Sync type Sync polarity Scan type Version Model Serial number Firmware version Data version Reset Current signal All data Lamp counter Filter counter...
❹ 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 pro- ceed using the following steps.
You can also display the Aspect menu by pressing the ASPECT button on the remote control. True size (RGB only): Turns off the scaling feature. The projector displays the current image in its true resolution. When 4:3 is selected from the source (i.e.
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Copyright Please note that using this projector for the purpose of commercial gain or the attraction of public attention in a venue such as a coffee shop or hotel and employing compression or expansion of the screen image with a [Aspect] setting may raise concern about the infringement of copyrights which are protected by copyright law.
On ... Saves current keystone correction settings Saving your change once affects all sources. The changes are saved when the projector is off. NOTE: When [Auto keystone] is set to [On], [Keystone save] is not available. Next time you turn on the power, the Auto keystone function will work and the data stored with [Keystone save] will be invalid.
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• The lamp life remaining and lamp hours used can be checked in [Usage time]. Select [Information] → [Usage time]. • If the projector is overheated in Normal mode, there may be a case where the Lamp mode automatically changes to Quiet mode to protect the projector.
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• The Key lock setting will not affect the remote control or PC control functions. • When the cabinet buttons are disabled, pressing and holding the BACK button on the projector cabinet for about 10 seconds will change the setting to enable.
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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. Selecting Interval Time for Filter Message [Filter message] (LV-7365 only) The projector has a feature that informs you of the timing for cleaning the filters.
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High ... The built-in fans run at a fixed high speed. High altitude (LV-7365 only) ... The built-in fans run at a high speed. Select this option when using the projector in places at When you wish to cool down the temperature inside the projector quickly, select [High].
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This feature enables you to select composite video standards automatically or manually. Normally select [Auto] and the projector will automatically detect the video standard. In the case where the projector has difficulty detecting the video standard, select the appropriate video standard from the menu.
❼ Menu Descriptions & Functions [Information] Displays the status of the lamp / filter / projector usage and the current signal. This item has three pages. The infor- mation included is as follows: [Usage time] [Remaining lamp time] (%) [Filter counter] (H) Remaining Lamp/Lamp Counter The projector has the Quiet mode.
NOTE:Elapsed time of the lamp use will not be affected even when [Reset] is done from the menu. NOTE: The projector will turn off and go into standby mode after 2100* hours (up to 3100* hours in Quiet mode) of service. If this happens, press the INFO button on the remote control for ten seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero.
• When the projector reaches the usage time (500 hours at the factory) specified with [Filter message] from the menu, each time you turn on the projector, the "Please clean the filter" message will be displayed (→ page 51). When this message is dis- played, clean the filters and reset the Filter counter (→...
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 filter comes in the same package with your re- placement lamp.
NOTE: Lamp life for LV-X7 is 3000 hours in Normal mode and 4000 hours in Quiet mode. The projector will turn off and go into standby mode after 3100 (up to 4100 hours in Quiet mode) hours of service. A lamp may burn out before the LAMP indicator blinks.
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DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. Before han- dling, turn the projector off, wait until the cooling fans stop, turn off the main power switch, disconnect the power cord and then allow at least 60 minutes for the lamp to cool.
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6. Connect the supplied power cord, turn on the Main Power switch and turn on the projector. 7. Finally, select the menu → [Reset] → [Lamp counter] to reset the lamp usage hours. NOTE: When the lamp exceeds 2100* hours (up to 3100* hours in Quiet mode) of service, the projector cannot turn on and the menu is not displayed. If this happens, press the INFO. button on the remote control for ten seconds to reset the lamp clock back to zero.
Steady light Green If a temperature error occurs If the temperature inside the projector rises too high, the over-temperature protector will automatically turn off the lamp with the WARNING indicator blinking (2-cycle On and Off.) Should this happen, do the following: - Unplug the power cord after the cooling fans stop.
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Common Problems & Solutions (→ "Power/Status/Lamp Indicator" on page 61.) Problem Check These Items Does not turn on or shut • Check that the power cord is plugged in and that the power button on the projector cabinet or the remote control is on. See down pages and 24.
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There are some notebook PCs, which do not output signal unless there is a projector or monitor connected first. NOTE: You can check the horizontal frequency of the current signal in the projector’s menu under Information. If it reads “0kHz”, this means there is no signal being output from the computer. See page •...
❷ Specifications This section provides technical information about the projector's performance. Model Number LV-7365/LV-7265/LV-7260/LV-X7 Optical LCD Panel Resolution Lens Lamp Brightness Contrast Ratio Uniformity Image Size (Diagonal) Projection Distance Projection Angle Keystone Correction Electrical Inputs Outputs Video Compatibility Scan Rate...
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Horizontal Resolution External Control Sync Compatibility Built-in Speaker Power Requirement Input Current Power Consumption Mechanical Installation Orientation Dimensions Weight Fan Noise Environmental Considerations Regulations The specifications are subject to change without notice. NTSC / NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL60/YCbCr: 540 TV lines SECAM: 300 TV lines RGB: 1024 dots (H) ...
❸ Cabinet Dimensions lens center 73 (2.9") LV-7365/LV-7265 S-VIDEO VIDEO LV-7260/LV-X7 S-VIDEO VIDEO PUSH lens center 310 (12.2") MENU WARNING INPUT KEYSTONE AUTO PC LAMP BACK AUDIO IN ANALOG IN-1 DIGITAL IN / SERVICE PORT ANALOG IN-2 AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN ANALOG IN SERVICE PORT AUDIO IN...
❹ Pin Assignments of D-Sub ANALOG Input Connector Mini D-Sub 15 Pin Connector Signal Level Video signal : 0.7Vp-p (Analog) Sync signal : TTL level Pin No. RGB Signal (Analog) Green or Sync on Green Blue Ground Ground Red Ground Green Ground Blue Ground No Connection...
❺ Compatible Input Signal List Horizontal: 15KHz to 100KHz (RGB: 24KHz or over) Vertical: 50Hz to 120Hz Signal Resolution ( Dots ) NTSC PAL60 SECAM VESA 640 480 640 480 640 480 VESA 640 480 VESA 640 ...
❻ Relationship between Screen Size and Projection distance LV-7365/LV-7265 Screen size at 4:3 Zoomed projection aspect ratio distance W x D (cm) Max. 25" – 30" – 40" 1.1m (3.6') 50" 1.4m (4.5') 60" 1.7m (5.4') 70" 1.9m (6.4') 80" 2.2m (7.3') 90"...
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LV-7260/LV-X7 Screen size at 4:3 Zoomed projection aspect ratio distance W x D (cm) Max. 25" – 30" – 40" 1.2 m (3.8') 50" 1.4 m (4.7') 60" 1.7 m (5.7') 70" 2.0 m (6.7') 80" 2.3 m (12.0') (7.7') 90"...
NOTE: Depending on the equipment, a lower baud rate may be recommended for long cable runs. SERVICE PORT (Mini DIN-8P) To TxD of PC 6 7 8 To RxD of PC NOTE: Pins 2, 3, 5, 6 and 8 are used inside the projector. Code Data Code Data To GND of PC 7. Appendix...
Video and Audio No image is displayed from your PC or video equipment to the projector. Still no image even though you connect the projector to the PC first, then start the PC. Enabling your notebook PC’s signal output to the projector.
Sync on Green WARNING Indicator: Orange Green 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:...
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