2. Preparing the projector
2.5 Projector configurations
Front projection
The pro jector is installed, either in a table m ount or ceiling mou nt configuration, at the s ame side of the s creen as the audience.
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For ceiling mounting, you need the ceiling mou nt kit designed for this projector. A sk a specialist for installation. For details, consult
your dealer.
Take the following things in mind for ceiling mount installations:
• The warranty on this projector does not cover any d amage caused by us e of any non-r ecom mended ceiling mount kit or instal-
lation of the ceiling mount kit in an improper location.
• When using the projector mounted on the ceiling, set IMAGE REV ER S E in the INSTALLATION 1 menu to MIRROR INVERT.
• When the pr ojector is m ounted on the ceiling, images may appear darker tha n those projected in the case of tabletop mounting.
This isn’t a product malfunction.
• Ask y our installation s pecialist to p rovide a breaker. When you do not use the projector, be sure to shut down the main power
by the breaker.
• Do not ins tall the pro jector where the ex haust vents are exposed to air emitted by an air conditioning. Such installation may
cause a breakdown.
• Do not install the projector near a fire alarm because it emits hot air from its exhaust vents.
• Installation must b e done by a qualified professional.
• When the projector is installed on the ceiling using the c eiling mount kit, it is recommended to hold the mount kit and the projector
using metal bars or wires in addition to the m ount kit fixing screws to preve
nt the projector from falling due to an earthquake
or other cause. F or that purpose, use metal bars, wires, or screws that bear a load of at least 260 k gf. When using metal
wires, secure one end to the adjustment foot of the projector and the other end to the mount kit. In this cas e, m ake sure that
no electrical current is flowing in t he moun t kit due to current leakag
e or other caus e.
Rear projection
The projector is installed, either in a table mount or ceiling mount configuration, at the other side of the screen opposite the audience.
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Ask a specialist for installation. For details, consult your dealer.
Take the following in mind:
• For rear projection, set IMAGE REVERSE in the INSTALLATION 1 menu to MIRROR.
• The sam e points as for a front ceiling should be kept in mind during the installation.
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