RCA RPJ170-COMBO Home Theater Projector Instruction Manual

RCA RPJ170-COMBO Home Theater Projector

Product Information

The RPJ170-COMBO Home Theater Projector is an ideal device for dark viewing environments. The projector’s brightness is measured in ANSI lumens, and the required number of lumens is dependent on the viewer’s environment. The lens cover must be removed before usage and replaced when not in use. The projector can be installed in four configurations: Front Table, Rear Table, Front Ceiling, and Rear Ceiling. Special equipment is required for the Rear Table and Ceiling configurations.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Placing of Your Projector: Select the configuration that best suits your needs. A special rear projection screen is required for Rear Table and Ceiling configurations. Install the projector in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Important Safety Instructions: Read and follow all safety instructions. Do not use the apparatus near water, and only clean it with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings or install it near heat sources. Protect the power cord from being pinched or walked on, and unplug it during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3. To reduce Image Distortion: Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the screen. Use the projection distance table to determine the appropriate distance. The distance varies depending on the screen size; the projection distance ranges from 1.16m to 4.44m for screen sizes ranging from 36 inches to 150 inches.

MODEL NO. RPJ170-COMBO Home Theater Projector

PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
This product has been manufactured and sold under the responsibility of CURTIS INTERNATIONAL LTD. RCA, the RCA logo and the two dogs (Nipper and Chipper) logo are trademarks used under license by CURTIS INTERNATIONAL LTD. ­ further information at www.rca-brand.com. All other products, services, companies, trademarks, trade or product names and logos referenced herein are the property of their respective owners.
Ideal for dark viewing environments for optimal performance. Please note:Projector brightness is measured in ANSI lumens. Your viewing environment is the deciding factor on how many lumens your projector needs.

Your projector can be installed in four different configurations (see picture below):

Front Table

Front Table: Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen. This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability.

Rear Table

Rear Table: Select this location with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen. NOTE: That a special rear projection screen is required.

Front Ceiling Rear Ceiling

Front Ceiling: Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. NOTE: A projector mount is required to install the projector in a ceiling.
Rear Ceiling: Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. NOTE: A projector mount is required to install the projector in a ceiling. A special rear projection screen is required.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these Instructions. 2. Keep these Instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifier) that product heat. 9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 13. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Additional Warnings and Precautions

1. Do not look directly into the projector light. 2. Don’t touch the projector lens. 3. Mains adapter is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable
during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disc onnected from the mains socket outlet completely. 4. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 5. WARNING: Changes or modified to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 6. WARNING: Use of this unit near fluorescent lighting may cause interference regarding use of the remote. If the unit is displaying erratic behavior move away from any fluorescent lighting, as it may be the cause. 7. WARNING: Shock hazard – Do Not Open. 8. Caution and marking information is located at the rear or bottom of the apparatus. 9. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing. 10. Objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus.

To reduce Image Distortion

· Move the projector as close to the center of the screen as possible.
· The light beam from the projector should be perpendicular to the screen for a rectangular or square image.

Distance Between The Projector And Screen

Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the screen. This is the projection distance for reference..

THE CENTER OF LENS

SCREEN
Projection Distance (see the table)
Distance 1.16m 1.35m 1.51m 1.79m 2.15m 2.81m 3.43m 4.44m
Screen Size 36 inch 45 inch 50 inch 60 inch 72 inch 100 inch 120 inch 150 inch

Installing your Projector in the Ceiling

When installing the projector in the ceiling, please purchase a projector mount recommended by an installation professional and follow the instructions that come with the mount. Before installing the projector in the ceiling, please check to make sure the ceiling structure can support the weight of the projector and the mount. If in doubt, please ask the advice from an installation professorial.
NOTE: Projector mount and screw(s) not included
FIXED HANGER HOLE (6mm diameter)

Adjust The Vertical Location
Follow below picture to adjust the vertical location.

SCREEN
VERTICAL DIMENSION

PROJECTOR

SCREEN
VERTICAL DIMENSION

PROJECTOR

SCREEN VERTICAL DIMENSION
Adjust this knob ( ANGLE ADJ. knob) to fine- tune the display angle to higher.

PROJECTOR

Adjust The Focus And Keystone

Follow below picture to adjust the focus and trapezoidal screen.
Adjust the focus by turning the knob while observing the image pixels near the center of the screen. Optimal focus is obtained when the pixels are clearly visible. Depending on the projected screen size, the focus near the screen edges may be less sharp than the screen center.
Keystone image is created when the projector lens is projected from above or below the center of the screen. Keystone correction restores the distorted image to a rectangular or square shape.
Keystone Adjustment Adjust image corners to reduce image distortion.
Keystone ADJ. KNOB

Image Adjustment

FOCUS ADJ. KNOB by rotating focus knob. Then sharpen the image
Focus Adjustment Increase or reduce to image size to sharpen image.

FCC

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. · This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. · This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

In The Box

Remote
Rope
Hook x 6
Screw x 6
Lens Cover
AC Power Adapter
Projector Cloth 3

Main unit

MODEL NO. RPJ170-COMBO Home Theater Projector
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT This product has been manufactured and sold under the responsibility of CURTIS INTERNATIONAL LTD. RCA, the RCA logo and the two dogs (Nipper and Chipper) logo are trademarks used under license by CURTIS INTERNATIONAL LTD. ­ further information at www.rca- brand.com. All other products, services, companies, trademarks, trade or product names and logos referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. Ideal for dark viewing environments for optimal performance. Please note:Projector brightness is measured in ANSI lumens. Your viewing environment is the deciding factor on how many lumens your projector needs.

Install / Remove Batteries of Remote

Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of your remote by carefully sliding to open. The battery cover can then be lifted away. Fit the correct batteries (not included), referring to the polarity markings. Finally, replace the cover.
NOTES: Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as placing under the sunlight or near a fire. Please make sure the batteries are installed with
their correct polarities. Do not mix old and new batteries. Use only the same type of batteries. Do not dispose of the batteries in fire, battery may
explode or leak. Do not recharge a non-rechargeable battery.

BATTERY DOOR

Controls of Projector

1 Front View
34 Rear View
2 Top View

Install Projector Cloth

There are two methods to install projector cloth, please see below: Method 1: Tie each corner of the projection cloth with a rope (included) and tie it on the wall as shown in the figure.
Method 2: Paste the six hooks (included) on a smooth wall. The distance between the hooks is the same as the hole position of the projection clothe. After the hooks are pasted, hang the projector cloth as shown in the figure.

Additional Warnings and Precautions

1. Do not look directly into the projector light. 2. Don’t touch the projector lens. 3. Mains adapter is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable
during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disc onnected from the mains socket outlet completely. 4. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 5. WARNING: Changes or modified to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 6. WARNING: Use of this unit near fluorescent lighting may cause interference regarding use of the remote. If the unit is displaying erratic behavior move away from any fluorescent lighting, as it may be the cause. 7. WARNING: Shock hazard – Do Not Open. 8. Caution and marking information is located at the rear or bottom of the apparatus. 9. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing. 10. Objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus

Install Power Adapter

Follow below picture to connect power adapter Connect small end of adapter FIRST. Plug the adapter body to power outlet.
WARNING: Before connecting to the power supply, ensure that the supply corresponds to the information on the rating label at the back of the apparatus.

Main Button Operation

– Press the button to switch on unit, press again to standby. / SOURCE – Press the button to select input source. / MENU – Press the button to enter projector menu.
– Press the buttons to navigate and select screen item of menu. / EXIT – Press the button to return to previous status or exit the menu.
– Press the buttons to fast search forward and rewind on USB / TF – Press the buttons to search next or previous file on USB / TF VOL+ / VOL – Press the buttons to select the sound level on the remote. – Press the button to play/pause the playback of file on USB / TF card. FLIP ­ Press the button to rotate / mirror projector screen on the remote ZOOM – Press the button to select image scale on the remote – Press to mute the audio. Press again to resume.

Connect HDMI Show The Image On Projector Screen

Refer to the following picture to connect a set top box, a BD/DVD player or a streaming

player to the HDMI input.

1. Press the button to standby mode before connect HDMI cable.
2. After connection, press the button to turn on unit and power indicator will light GREEN
3. Press the / SOURCE button to home screen, use buttons to select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 icon and press the OK button to enter HDMI mode. The video from the connected device will be shown on projector screen.
4. Press the button to turn unit to standby.

CABLE NOT INCLUDED

HDMI CABLE
VIDEO PLAYER

Important Note: If there is no sound from the internal speakers when playing media contents from a set top box, BD/DVD or streaming players connecting to the HDMI input, please check the set top box or the player’s digital audio settings and make sure it is set to “PCM Stereo” mode.

Connect AV Show The Image On Projector Screen
Follow the below picture to connect AV cable and device.

1. Press the button to standby mode before connect AV cable.
2. After connect, press the button to turn on unit and power indicator will light GREEN
3. Press the / SOURCE button to home screen, use buttons to select AV icon and press the OK button to enter AV mode. The video of AV device will show on projector screen.
4. Press the button to turn the unit to standby.

VIDEO CABLE

LEFT CHANNEL RIGHT CHANNEL
Video signal cable : Yellow
The left channel signal lines:
White The right channel signal lines: Red

Using Projector Menu 2

Press / MENU button to enter projector menu, press menu. buttons to select SOUND Sound Mode Treble Bass Balance BT Setting Standard 50 50 0 Off USE TO SELECT
Sound Mode Standard PRESS OK
USE TO SELECT Treble 50 PRESS OK
USE TO SELECT Bass 50 PRESS OK
USE TO SELECT
This Sound menu showed on right upper of view screen.
Use button to select different sound effect Standard / Movie / Music / Sports / User. Use buttons to select and button to adjust Treble and Bass digit if chose User item.
Use button to select Treble level 0 to 100. (Active in User item of Sound Mode)
Use button to select Bass level 0 to 100. (Active in User item of Sound Mode) Balance 0 PRESS OK
USE TO SELECT
Use button to select Balance level to -50 to +50. BT Setting Off PRESS OK Use button to select BT On/Off.
Using Projector Menu 3
Press / MENU button to enter projector menu, press menu. buttons to select OPTION
This OPTION menu showed on right upper of viewing screen.
USE TO SELECT OSD Language English PRESS OK
USE TO SELECT FlipOKFront Table
USE TO SELECT PRESt S OK Aspect Ratio 16:9
USE TO SELECT PRESS OK Restore Factory Default PRESt S OK
USE TO SELECT
Use button to select different language
Use button to select Front Table / Front Ceiling / Rear Table / Rear Ceiling
Use button to select different Aspect Ratio 4:3 / 16:9 / Full. Follow below figure
Use button to select Y or N. If choose “Y” that your unit will go to factory default setting
Software Update (USB) PREStS OK For service center use only
Aspect Ratio AV mode HDMI mode VGA mode USB / TF input (movie mode)

4:3, 16:9, Full, Panoram 4:3, 16:9, Full, Panorama,JustScan 4:3, 16:9, Full 4:3, 16:9, Full, Panorama,JustScan

Connect VGA Show The Image On Projector Screen
Follow the below picture to connect VGA cable and device.

COMPUTER CABLE NOTE BOOK

To VGA PORT OR COMPUTER CABLE DECK TOP

1. Press the button to standby mode before connect VGA cable.
2. After connect, press the button to turn on unit and power indicator will light GREEN.
3. In home screen, use buttons to select VGA icon and press the OK button to enter VGA mode. The video of VGA device will show on projector screen

4. Press the button to turn the unit to standby.

Please refer to the following table to adjust the output signal from computer

NOTE: VGA connections do not support audio. You will need to use the laptop or computer’s connected speakers

Specifications

Light Source Type LED
Brightness Output White light output ANSI: 190 lm
Display Native Resolution 1280 x 720 RGB
HDMI Input Supported Video Resolution. 1080p , 1080i , 720p, 576i , 480p, and 480i
Power Consumption 80W
Included Adapter Input AC100-240V, 50/60Hz
Output DC26V, 2.7A
Projection Size Input Port 36-150 inch AV/ VGA / HDMI
USB Port Support USB device up to 32GB
Support format Mpeg1, Mpeg2, Mpeg4, mp3, Jpeg
TF Card Support SD card up to 32GB
Net Weight Product Dimensions
Support format Mpeg1, Mpeg2, Mpeg4, mp3 , Jpeg 1.4 KG 240 x 184 x 96 mm

Specifications are typical, individual units might vary. They are subject to continuous improvement without notice and without incurring any obligation.

Connect Audio Output ( Aux Out / Line Out / Earphones)
Follow the below picture to connect audio cable and device. 1. Press the button to standby of your projector before connection. 2. Use audio cable to connect follow the below figure. 3. After connect and turn on both units. Your projector sound from external device now. 4. After using, turn off both unit.

AUDIO CABLE

Important Note: If there is no sound from the stereo audio output when playing media contents from a set top box, BD/DVD or streaming players connecting to the HDMI input, please check the set top box or the player’s digital audio settings and make sure it is set to “PCM Stereo” mode.
Install USB Device And TF card (Micro SD Card)
Follow the below picture to install USB and TF card Turn off the unit before install USB / TF card.

USB TF

Note: This USB port is only used to read USB flash disk, DO NOT used it to charge any external equipment.

To make a warranty claim, please email support@curtiscs.com or call 1-800-968-9853.

Warranty

90 day Warranty

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. Prior to a replacement being sent, the product must be rendered inoperable or returned to us.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions., or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as on the specified rating on the label (e.g., 120V~60Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
For faster service, locate the model, type, and serial numbers on your appliance.
ATTACH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE HERE, PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. Please have the following information available when you contact the Support Team: · Name, address and telephone number. · Model number and serial number. · A clear, detailed description of the problem. · Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name, address and date of purchase.

Using TF Card And USB Playback

Install USB / TF device (Media Player):

1. Press the button to standby before install USB / TF card.
2. Install the USB device into USB port / Install the TF device into TF slot.
3. After install, press the button to turn on unit and the power indicator light GREEN.
4. In home screen, use buttons to select PHOTO / MUSIC / MOVIE icon and press the OK button to enter.
5. Use the button to select C and press OK button to enter.
Note: if both USB device and TF card install, unit will assign the first installed device as C and the second installed device as D.
Use buttons to search the correct file to preview and press the OK button to playback file.

NOTE: Remove USB / TF device, press the button to standby mode FIRST.

Sub-Menu on Movie screen

1. When movie playback, press the OK button and more function screen show on lower (figure 1).
2. Use the button to select icon and press the OK button to play special function. Figure 1.
Pause FB FF Prev Next Stop Repeat All Set A Playlist Info Slow Step GotoTime Zoom In Zoom Out Aspect

Sub-Menu on Photo screen

1. When photo playback, press the OK button and more function screen show on lower (figure 2).
2. Use the button to select icon and press the OK button to play special function  Figure 2.
Pause Prev Next Stop Repeat All Music Off Playlist Info
Rotate Rotate Zoom In Zoom Out Move Music S…

Sub-Menu on Music screen

1. When music playback, press the OK button and more function screen show on lower (figure 3).
2. Use the button to select icon and press the OK button to play special function.
Figure 3.
Pause FB FF Prev Next Stop Repeat All Mute Playlist Info GotoTime

Using Bluetooth Playback

Pairing is the term used when two Bluetooth devices are connected wirelessly for the first time. This allows the devices to see each other and sets up a one to one communication channel between both devices.

Bluetooth Connection

1. Turn on your External Bluetooth Speaker and select to Bluetooth pairing mode.
Note: The effective distance between your external device and projector is within 10 meters (30 feet). 2. Press the button to turn on unit. 3. Press the /MENU button to enter the projector menu screen.
Sound Mode Treble Bass Balance Standard 50 50 0
4. Use the button to select Sound menu. BT Setting Off
5. Use the button to select BT Setting column as figure 1. Figure 1.
6. Press the OK button to enter BT Setting menu and use / button to select On. (If BT Setting is On, press the OK OK button to enter BT Setting menu.)
7. Unit will try to reconnect the previous Bluetooth device, if it is connected before. If not, select Search BT and press OK button to search device.
8. Wait a while, the available Bluetooth speaker device name will show in a list as figure 2.
(For example: XXXXXX, YYYYYY, ZZZZZZ and etc.)
9. Use the button to select your desired Bluetooth BT Setting Off Connected / Search BT BT XXXXXX YYYYYY ZZZZZZ speaker device and press OK button to connect. Figure 2.
10. A few seconds, an indicator sound will be heard that your projector and external Bluetooth speaker connected. At the same time, there is “C:XXXXXX” to indicate the connected device on the BT Setting menu. Then press button to exit.
11. After connection completed, you can listen to music by your Bluetooth receiver device such as a headphone or speaker wirelessly.
12. If you want to change to pair with another Bluetooth Enabled Device, please repeat above step 3 to step 10.

Notes:

1. After connecting, Bluetooth device’s name will be stored and will automatically connect for next time.
2. Projector Bluetooth (Transmitter) function can only pair with Bluetooth receiver such as headphone or speaker for music streaming wirelessly. Use your Bluetooth device
   volume control if necessary.

Disconnect the Bluetooth

1. Press the / MENU button to enter the menu screen.
2. Use the button to select Sound menu.
3. Use the button to select BT Setting and press OK button to enter BT Setting menu.
4. Use the button to select Off and press the OK button to disconnect the Bluetooth function. Then press button to exit.

Using Projector Menu 1

Press / MENU button to enter projector menu. (Unit default in Picture menu.)
Picture Mode Contrast Brightness
Color Sharpness
Color Temperature
Standard 50 50 50 50
Medium This Picture menu showed on right upper of view screen.
USE TO SELECT
Picture Mode Standard PRESS OK
USE TO SELECT
Use button to select different picture effect to Standard / Dynamic / Mild / User. Use button to adjust Contrast / Brightness / Color / Sharpness digit if chose User item.
Contrast 50
Use button to adjust Contrast level 0 to 100.
PRESS OK (Active in User item of Picture Mode)

USE TO SELECT Brightness 50
Use button to adjust Brightness level 0 to 100.
PRESS OK (Active in User item of Picture Mode)|
USE TO SELECT Color 50
USE TO SELECT PRESS OK Sharpness 50 PRESS OK USE  TO SELECT Color Temperature Medium PRESS OK

Use button to adjust Color level 0 to 100. (Active in User item of Picture Mode)
Use button to adjust Sharpness level 0 to 100.
(Active in User item of Picture Mode)
Use button to select different color temperature to
Cool / Medium / Warm.

References

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