Hitachi CP-A100 Installation Guide
Summary
Designed for professional installers, this guide provides comprehensive instructions for the optimal wall mounting and calibration of the Hitachi CP-A100 Ultra Short Throw Projector. It details critical dimensional requirements to ensure perfect image clarity, covering proper surface preparation, margin allowances, and a precise, step-by-step technical workflow. Ideal for A/V technicians who need guaranteed installation results in academic or corporate environments.
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Hitachi CP-A100 Wall Mount Installation Guide
Wall Mount Installation TIPS
DIMENSIONS
Adhering to proper installation dimensions is always imperative, and is especially critical when dealing with an Ultra Short Throw Projector. Because the distance from the projector to the display surface is so short, even a small differential can cause a large error. In fact, the impact of not meeting dimensional requirements is roughly 5 times that of a
normal throw distance projector. While you can manage an installation tolerance
of one inch with a normal throw distance projector, you cannot manage this same tolerance with an Ultra Short Throw Projector.
Please pay attention and read the User Manual, Instruction Manual and Drawings that will be provided from manufacturer. If you have any questions or are unsure of any of the steps involved, please ask before proceeding.
SURFACE Having a flat projection surface is very important. Since the throw distance is so short, waves or bends of the projection surface can produce wavy, un-even and out of focus images. For this reason – most pull up / down screens are not recommended. Hard board, flat wall or fixed frame screens are preferred for usage with an Ultra
Short Throw Projector.
MARGIN The very nature of an Ultra Short Throw Projector can produce some image distortion. The range of distortion is dependent upon the individual unit, operation temperature and various environmental factors. Look at the balance of whole image area, rather than focusing on a particular area or corner. When installing with an Interactive White Board (IWB), please allow for 1” margins on the (left, right, top, and bottom) edges, and then use the calibration function of the IWB. With
a fixed frame installation, consider slightly over scanning for a video signal or allowing for the proper margin necessary for a computer signal.
STRATEGY In an Ultra Short Throw installation, every adjustment is sensitive, with small changes having a large effect. Because many variables are involved, making adjustments can be confusing. But, in fact, this Ultra Short Throw Projector is a fixed projector, so the ideal location is always the same.
In order to get a square image without the use of electrical keystones, zoom and shift, please follow the steps describe on the next page.
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Manual Details
| Brand | Hitachi |
|---|---|
| Pages | 3 |
| File Size | 572.87 KB |
| Published | May 22, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of surface is best for using an Ultra Short Throw Projector?
Hard board, flat wall or fixed frame screens are preferred because waves or bends can cause wavy images.
How should I handle installation margins with interactive whiteboards?
Allow for 1” margins on the left, right, top, and bottom edges before using the IWB's calibration function.
What's the first step when setting up the projector for optimal image quality?
First, reset all keystones (Keystone = 0), electrical zoom settings (Zoom = 100), and warm up the projector for 30 minutes.
When adjusting the image size or positioning, how much margin should be left?
Leave a half inch margin; do not try to fill the entire area due to potential geometrical distortions.