BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide
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BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Optional Accessories (Not Included in the Standard Package) . . . . . . . . . 23 Ordering Parts or Getting Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Projector Specifications . . . . . . . . .
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide INTRODUCTION Caution TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER –SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. PLEASE READ THIS USER’S GUIDE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR PROJECTOR. SAVE THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE . Safety Instructions 1. Read this user’s guide before you operate your projector and save it for future reference. 2. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Boxlight ("Boxlight") warrants that each XD-15c ("the Product") sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of Boxlight. Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution or resale. Said warranty shall continue for a period of two (2) years from the date of such purchase.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT BOXLIGHT'S LIABILITY WHETHER IN CONTRACT, IN TORT, UNDER ANY WARRANTY, IN NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE RETURN OF THE AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL BOXLIGHT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUES OR LOST SAVINGS. THE PRICE STATED FOR THE PRODUCT IS A CONSIDERATION IN LIMITING BOXLIGHT'S LIABILITY.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Shipping Contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to standard PC or laptop computers. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact BOXLIGHT. Optional Accessories 4 1. Mac adapter (switchable) 2.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Projector Description Projector 1. External control panel (see next page) 9. Video connector Projection lens 10. D-sub connector (for computer/ HDTV input) 3. Front adjustment feet 11. Audio input 4. IR remote sensor 12. Rear adjustment feet 5. Ventilation grill 6. Kensington lock 13. Lamp access door (underneath unit) 7. AC power cord input 8. S-video connector 2.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide External Control Panel Exit Keystone/ Left Keystone/ Right Menu Auto Source Power Lamp status indicator • • • • • • • • 6 The Infrared Remote Receiver (Front and Rear) allows the projector to accept signals from the remote control. For best results, be sure to aim the control toward the sensor without any obstructions between the two, and at a distance no greater than 6 meters (20 feet). Menu will display the menu system on screen.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Adjuster The projector is equipped with a quick-release adjuster foot and button for adjusting its tilt angle. 1. Lift the projector up and press the adjuster button to release the adjuster. 2. The adjuster will drop into position and be locked. Projector Features The projector integrates high performance optical engine projection and user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Remote Control Description ( Remote Control Features The remote control sensors are located in the front/ back of the projector. The distance between the sensor and the remote control should not exceed 6 meters (20 feet).
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide FREEZE The image can be frozen when FREEZE is pressed. A “Pause” icon will appear in the lower right corner of the screen for three seconds. To release the freeze function, press the FREEZE button, RETURN button or SOURCE button (when the input source is switched over during display) again. A “Play” icon will appear in the lower right corner of the screen for three seconds when the freeze function is released.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Installing or Replacing Batteries • • Push and slide the battery compartment lid in the direction shown. Install batteries as indicated by the diagram inside the compartment. • Position the lid over the compartment and snap it back into place. Caution Avoid excessive heat and humidity. There may be danger of an explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide INSTALLATION Screen Size Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size (see the table below). L Projection Distance Diagonal (cm/in) 77/30.4 154/60.8 232/91.2 309/121.5 386/151.9 463/182.3 541/213.1 617/243.1 695/273.5 772/303.9 Screen Size (Max.) A. Width C. Height (cm/in) (cm/in) 61.8/24 46.3/18 123.65/49 92.7/36 185.3/73 138.9/55 247.0/97 185.2/73 308.7/122 231.6/91 370.5/146 277.9/109 432.2/170 324.18/128 494.0/194 370.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide OPERATION Start Up 1. Plug the power cord into a wall socket. 2. Press POWER for 1 second. Remote Control Projector Power Power 12 • The back-lit POWER key blinks green and stays green when the power is turned on. (When the power is turned off, there is a 60-second cooling period before the projector can be re-started.) 3. Switch on all connected equipment.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Digital Keystone Correction Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. To correct this, press KEYSTONE +/- (hot key) on the control panel of the projector or on the remote control, then adjust the sliding bar labeled Keystone, as needed. Press + to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press - to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Source Selection When several input sources are available, press the SOURCE key to make a selection from the control panel of the projector or the remote control. Remote control Projector Power Auto Source Source Power Menu System Press Menu for the main menu and press 3or again to select items in the sub-menu. 4 to select a sub-menu. Press Menu Menu Bar Sub-menu PC Display Keystone Brightness Contrast Phase H.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide 1. Display Menu Corrects any keystoning of the image. Keystone Adjusts the brightness of the image. Brightness Adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness of the image. Contrast Adjusts to avoid the occurrence of flicker. Phase *This function is not available when the input modes are Video, SVideo. Adjusts to fit in the desired image size. H.Size Color Tint *This function is not available when the input modes are Video, SVideo.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide 2. Image Menu Makes the best fit of the image to the screen, Auto resize Adjusts the horizontal position of the projected image. H-position Adjusts the vertical positon of the projected image. V-position Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature to fit your preference. Information Shows the current resolution. Ratio Users have 2 options for the image ratio. 1. 4:3 (Normal) 2. 16:9 (Wide) *This function is not available when the input modes are PC, YPbPr.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide 3. Source Menu 2. 1. Mirror 1. Default 2. Ceiling mounted projection 3. Rear screen projection 4. Ceiling mounted and rear screen projection Source 4. 3. Selects sources between PC, Video, S-Video, and YPbPr. Adjusts the volume level. Volume Adjusts the treble level. Treble Adjusts the bass level.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide 4. Control Menu Language OSD OSD Time Auto Off Reset Lamp Hour Language sets the OSD to display in one of 7 languages. Use 3 / 4 key to select the languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Selects a desired OSD position. Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after the last time you pressed the button. The range is from 5 to 60 seconds in 5-second increments.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Shutdown 1. Press POWER and a warning message will prompt up. To turn off the projector, Press POWER again. 2. The fan will continue to run for approximately 60 seconds. Power Power 3. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. Caution Please do not unplug the power cord before POWER is shut down or during the 60-second cooling process.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide MAINTENANCE Lamp Information Use and Replacement of Lamp When the Lamp Indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting the time of lamp replacement, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp could cause a malfunction in the projector and in rare instances may even explode. LED Status Indicators Lamp Life Indicators CHANGE THE LAMP, AND RESET THE LAMP TIMER CHANGE THE LAMP.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide 1. Press the POWER button to switch off the projector. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and the projector. 2. Loosen the screw and remove the lamp cover. If the lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled. 3. Loosen the 3 screws. (It is strongly recommended you use a magnetic-headed screwdriver.) Pull the handle to remove the lamp housing. If the screws are not loosened completely, they could injure your fingers.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Caution To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp. To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces. Please call BOXLIGHT Technial Support if your lamp has exploded.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Service Information Accessories (Included in the Standard Package) Power cord (EU) Power cord (US) Power cord (UK) VGA signal cable Video cable S-Video cable Audio cable Audio - PC audio cable Soft carrying case Lens cover Remote control 3-2 converter Optional Accessories (Not Included in the Standard Package) Mac adapter (switchable) Spare lamp module Ordering Parts or Getting Information For product information, product assistance, service information, or to order accessori
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide TROUBLESHOOTING Common Problems & Solutions PROBLEMS NO POWER NO PICTURE TRAPEZOID IMAGE ON THE SCREEN POOR COLOR BLURRED IMAGE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK 24 Troubleshooting TRY THESE SOLUTIONS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Plug the power cord into the AC inlet. Plug the power cord into the power inlet. Wait two minutes after the projector is turned off before turning the projector back on. Check for the proper input source.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Status Messages On Screen Messages SEARCHING INPUT SIGNAL DETECTED, ACTIVATING AUTO IMAGE SYNC IS OUT OF RANGE Description Projector is searching for input. Projector has identified the input signal and is running the auto image adjustment function. Input signal frequency exceeds the projector’s range. CHANGE THE LAMP, AND RESET THE LAMP TIMER The lamp has been in operation for 1400 hours. Lamp replacement is recommended.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide SPECIFICATIONS Projector Specifications Technical Specifications Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Model name Optical Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Personal Projector BOXLIGHT XD-15c 1024X768 XGA 1-CHIP DMD F/2.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide Timing Chart Resolution H Sync (kHz) V Sync (Hz) 640x350 31.5 70.1 Remark 640x400 37.9 85.1 720x400 31.5 70.0 VESA 720x400 37.9 85.1 VESA 640x480 31.5 60.0 VESA 640x480 37.9 72.8 VESA 640x480 35.0 66.7 Macintosh 640x480 43.3 85.0 VESA 800x600 35.2 56.3 VESA 800x600 37.9 60.3 VESA 800x600 46.9 75.0 VESA 800x600 48.1 72.2 VESA 800x600 53.7 85.1 VESA 832x624 49.7 74.5 Macintosh 1024x768 48.4 60.0 VESA 1024x768 56.
BOXLIGHT XD-15c User’s Guide DIMENSIONS 220mm 175 mm 52mm 28 Dimensions
