Barco G50 Series Quick Start Guide

CAUTION: It is important to read the installation instructions before connecting the equipment to the mains power supply. ⚠️

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Remote Control Unit (RCU)

Description of RCU diagram: A handheld remote control unit with numbered buttons (0-9), ON/STANDBY, ENTER, MENU, EXIT, navigation arrows, and function buttons.

RCU Buttons and Functions:

• 1 Power On: Turns the projector on.
• 2 Power Off (Standby): Puts the projector into standby mode.
• 3 Number keys 0-9: For direct input or selection.
• 4 Source information: Displays current input source.
• 5 Projector ID setting: Configures projector identification.
• 6 Auto sync input source: Automatically detects and selects input.
• 7 Select input source: Manually choose the input source.
• 8 Confirm menu selection: Confirms a selected menu option.
• 9 Menu navigation: Moves through menu options (up/down/left/right).
• 10 Adjust brightness: Controls the projector's brightness level.
• 11 Adjust contrast: Controls the projector's contrast level.
• 12 Open OSD menu: Accesses the On-Screen Display menu.
• 13 Back to parent menu or exit menu: Navigates up one menu level or exits the menu.
• 14 Preset color mode: Selects pre-defined color settings.
• 15 Display test patterns: Shows built-in test patterns for calibration.
• 16 Adjust lens shift: Controls vertical and horizontal lens positioning.
• 17 Adjust focus: Sharpens the projected image.
• 18 Adjust horizontal/vertical keystone: Corrects image distortion caused by projector angle.
• 19 Adjust image size: Controls the zoom level of the image.
• 20 Shutter: Temporarily blocks the light output.
• 21 User programmable hot key: Assigns custom functions. Default USER 1 = Audio Mute on/off, Default USER 2 = Shortcut Audio Volume menu.

Control Panel

Description of control panel diagram: A set of buttons located on the projector body for direct operation.

Control Panel Buttons and Functions:

• 1 Adjust lens position: Controls vertical and horizontal lens positioning.
• 2 Confirm the settings: Confirms a selected menu option.
• 3 Adjust the image focus: Sharpens the projected image.
• 4 Menu navigation buttons: Moves through menu options (up/down/left/right).
• 5 Adjust horizontal/vertical keystone: Corrects image distortion caused by projector angle.
• 6 Back to parent menu or exit menu: Navigates up one menu level or exits the menu.
• 7 Enter OSD menu: Accesses the On-Screen Display menu.
• 8 Power On/Off: Turns the projector on or puts it into standby mode.
• 9 Adjust the image size: Controls the zoom level of the image.

Input/Output Ports

Description of input/output ports diagram: A rear view of the projector showing various connection ports.

Ports and Functions:

• 1 DC 12V output: Provides 12V DC power output.
• 2 Wired remote input: For connecting an external wired remote control.
• 3 HDBaseT port: For HDBaseT signal transmission.
• 4 LAN connection (RJ45): For network connectivity.
• 5 HDMI input port 2: Digital audio/video input.
• 6 HDMI input port 1: Digital audio/video input.
• 7 HDMI output port: Digital audio/video output.
• 8 DisplayPort port: Digital audio/video input.
• 9 3D sync input port: For receiving 3D synchronization signals.
• 10 3D sync output port: For sending 3D synchronization signals.
• 11 USB port type A: For connecting USB devices (e.g., firmware updates, media playback).
• 12 RS232 serial port: For serial communication and control.
• 13 Audio output port: For analog audio output.

Installation Requirements

Installation Steps

Installing the RCU Batteries

1. Remove the cover by sliding it in the direction indicated by the arrow.
2. Insert two new AAA batteries (observe the polarity).
3. Reinstall the cover.

CAUTION: Replace batteries with the correct battery type. Use AAA size batteries. There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are replaced with an incorrect type. Make sure the polarities match the + and - marks, as depicted on the inside of the battery compartment. There is a risk of explosion if the batteries are installed incorrectly. Use alkaline batteries for optimum range and life time. Batteries are not included in the packaging. It is up to the user to purchase the correct batteries.

Installing the Lens

1. Remove the lens cap. Release the lens by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it outwards.
2. Gently insert the lens in the lens holder. Ensure that the label “TOP” ([TOP label]) is upwards oriented while inserting the lens.
3. Rotate the lens clockwise to lock the lens.

Warning: Lens cap should be removed before installing the lens. If not it will damage the projector. ⚠️

CAUTION: Do not transport the projector with any lens installed. ⚠️

How to Power On the Projector

1. Connect the projector with the power net as follows:
   • Ensure that the AC switch (reference 1) stands in the ‘0’ (OFF) position.
   • Plug in the mains cord in the power input socket of the projector.
   • Connect the other side of the mains cord with the power net.
   • Power on the AC switch (reference 1) and wait until the POWER button on the control panel is solid red.
2. Turn on the projector by pressing the POWER ON button (reference 2) on the remote control or the POWER ON/OFF button (reference 3) on the control panel. The status LED will flash orange. The startup screen will display and the status LED will turn to solid green (reference 4).
3. Turn on your source input. The projector detects the source you selected and displays the image.

Note: The first time that the projector starts up you have to accept the EULA statements to continue using the projector. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Note: If you connect multiple input sources at the same time, press the Input key on the control panel or on the remote control to switch inputs.

WARNING: Do not look directly into the lens when the projector is on. The strong light may cause permanent eye damage. ⚠️

How to Power Off the Projector

1. Press the Power Off button (reference 2) on the remote control or the Power On/Off button (reference 3) on the control panel. A confirmation request will be prompted on the screen.
2. Press the same button again to confirm.

Note: If not confirmed after five seconds, the confirmation request will disappear and the projector will remain on.

CAUTION: Don't power on the projector again immediately after entering standby mode. ⚠️

CAUTION: Don't switch off or disconnect the projector from the power net until the cooling down cycle is completed. ⚠️

LED Diagnostics

Description of LED diagnostics diagram: Indicates the status of the projector through different LED indicators (Light LED, Status LED, AV Mute LED).

Connections

Connecting with a Desktop Computer or Laptop

Diagram shows various devices connecting to the projector. The connections are described below:

• Camcorder: Connects via 3D Sync cable (1) and HDMI cable (3).
• Monitor: Connects via HDMI cable (3).
• Desktop Computer: Connects via HDMI cable (4) or DisplayPort cable (5). USB cable (6) and RS232 cable (7) can also be used for control/data.
• Laptop: Connects via HDMI cable (4) or DisplayPort cable (5). USB cable (6) and RS232 cable (7) can also be used for control/data.
• Speakers: Connects via Audio cable (8).

Connecting to a Video Source

Diagram shows various video sources connecting to the projector. The connections are described below:

• Video cassette recorder: Connects via HDMI cable (1).
• DVD Player: Connects via HDMI cable (1).
• Component video output equipment: Connects via HDMI cable (2).

Cable Descriptions:

• 1, 2: 3D Sync cable / HDMI cable
• 3: HDMI cable
• 4: HDMI input cable
• 5: DisplayPort cable
• 6: USB cable
• 7: RS232 cable
• 8: Audio cable