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Declaration of Conformity FCC Warning Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that this projector conform to the following directives and norms: 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.
If you are experienced in setting up projection systems, use the Quick Setup card that is included with the projector. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. Electronic versions of this User’s Guide in multiple languages are available on the included CD and on our website.
Important Operating Considerations for Safety • Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15 degrees off axis. • Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without any obstructions to intake or exhaust vents. Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. • Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2 m) away from any heating or cooling vents. • Use only approved ceiling mounts. • Use only the power cord provided.
Introduction speaker keypad Your new digital projector is simple to connect, easy to use, and straightforward to maintain. It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for business presentations and home video viewing too.
Connector Panel The projector provides both computer and video connection options, including: • USB • VESA for computer and video • S-video • Composite RCA audio/video RCA audio/video USB 6 computer S-video
Positioning the projector . 12 • • 4.8 ft. Projection angle in 4:3 mode (default) Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. The distance from the lens of the projector to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format determine the size of the projected image. The top illustration to the right shows three projected image sizes. For more information about image sizes at different distances, see “Projected Image Size” on page 45. bottom of image 1.
Projector and Device Connector Guide The following should help you find the connectors that you want to use to obtain the best resolution possible from your input devices, such as computers, standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HD sources (1080i and 720P HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games (progressive and interlaced), and laser disc players.
Video Device Standard Broadcast TV (not HDTV) via: cable, digital cable, satellite TV, DVD, or VCR Standard Video Camera Video Compatibility If Your Device Connector Is Attach to Adapter or Labeled Connector on Projector For Setup Instructions, see Comments NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats Composite video or S-video Composite video or S-video Composite video connection on page 17. Not for progressive (i.e. HDTV) sources. See page 10.
Video Device HDTV (High Definition TV) EDTV (Enhanced Definition TV Video Compatibility If Your Device Connector Is Attach to Adapter or Labeled Connector on Projector For Setup Instructions, see Comments 1080i, 720p VGA Computer In VESA connection on page 18 Not for Component 480i.
Connecting a computer source connect computer cable Required computer connections Connect one end of the provided computer cable (see page 16 for connecting video devices) to the Computer In connector on the projector. Connect the other end to the VESA port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you will need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port first. Some Macintosh computers do not have a standard VESA-out video port.
Displaying a computer source image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position. toggle Power switch The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. ? No start up screen? Get help on page 21. Turn on your computer. turn on computer The computer’s image should appear on the projection screen.
Adjusting the image adjust height If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by pressing the release button to extend the foot. rotate leveling foot If necessary, rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector. elevator foot Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust vent in front of the projector. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time a The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wizard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system). If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows ME, skip these steps and go to “Adjusting the image” on page 13.
Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality. • The Wizard launches three times. The first time it detects a USB Composite Device. The second time a USB Human Interface Device (for the keyboard). The third time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the mouse).
Connecting a video device 4:3 screen You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. There is also an audio input via the red and white A/V connectors. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the built-in speaker. 16:9 screen Do Not Use 4:3 mode You can connect the projector to most video devices that can output video.
Video device connections Composite video connection Plug the provided A/V cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Video 2 connector on the projector. connect A/V cable Plug a white connector into the left audio out connector on the video device and plug a red connector into the right audio out connector on the video device.
VESA connection If your video device has a 15-pin VGA output, plug one end of the included computer cable into the VGA connector on your video source. This connector may be labeled “To Monitor” on the video source. Plug the computer cable into the Computer In connector on the projector. connect computer and A/V cables Use the A/V cable’s red and white audio connectors as described on the previous page (the yellow connectors on the A/V cable are not used).
Displaying video remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position. toggle Power switch The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start-up screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. ? No start up screen? Get help on page 22. Plug in and turn on your video device.
Adjust the zoom and focus. adjust zoom and focus focus (thin ring) If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the keypad. Press the top Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the bottom Keystone button to reduce the lower part. adjust keystone adjust volume Adjust the volume on the keypad. Adjust the Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, or Aspect Ratio in the Picture menu. See page 36 for help with the menus and these adjustments.
Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup The projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the projector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a keypad button is pressed. If your image appears correctly on the screen, skip to the next section. If it does not, troubleshoot the setup.
Problem Solution Result no start up screen plug power cord in projector’s left side remove lens cap toggle power switch correct image toggle power switch on side press the Computer button activate laptop’s external port only start up screen appears A Startu p Scree n Start u Scre p en computer image projected A restart laptop 22 A
Problem Solution Result no computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” press the Auto Image button on keypad computer image projected A Signa l rang out of e adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced>Adapter (location varies by operating system) you may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the following problem, “image fuzzy or cropped” 23 A A
For Macintosh: Image fuzzy or cropped AA Set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Apple menu>System Preferences>Displays, choose 1024x768) A Only my laptop’s background appears, not the Desktop icons A Disable “Extend my Windows Desktop” in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Display 2 (location varies by operating system) A Image clear and not cropped A Background and Desktop projected A Uncheck this option, then click Apply 24 A
Problem Solution Result image fuzzy or cropped set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab) select 800x600 image clear and not cropped AA A A For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dualdisplay mode image not centered on screen move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu 25 correct image
Problem Solution Result image not square adjust Keystone on keypad square image image not sharp adjust Sharpness (video sources only) in the Picture>Advanced menu correct image AB AB image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu 26 correct image
Problem Solution Result image upside down turn off ceiling in Settings>System menu correct image AB image reversed left to right AB turn off rear in Settings>System menu correct image A projected colors don’t match source AB adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus COLOR correct image COLOR 27
Problem Solution Result The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation does not play on the screen Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop Embedded video plays correctly A B A lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red A B make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector and allow it to cool for one minute lamp turns on Start u Scre p en LED 28 B
Problem Solution Result lamp turns on “Change lamp” message appears at startup or lamp won’t turn on and LED blinking red lamp must be replaced (see page 42) Start u Scre p en LED replace lamp Still need assistance? If you need assistance, visit our website or call us. See the inside of the back cover for support contact information. This product is backed by a limited warranty. A service protection plan may be purchased from your dealer.
Using the optional remote control previous button next button If you purchase the optional remote, it uses two AA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. Caution: When replacing the batteries, be aware that using batteries other than the type provided with the projector may risk severe damage to the remote.
Using the audio connect audio cable Using the projector’s speakers To use the projector’s speaker, connect your source to the Audio In connectors (L and/or R) on the projector’s composite connectors. To adjust the volume, press the Volume buttons on the keypad. If you purchased the optional remote, you can mute the sound by pressing the remote’s Mute button. adjust volume Troubleshooting Audio If you aren’t hearing the audio, check the following: • Make sure the audio cable is connected.
Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an overview of their functions: menu navigation buttons Menu–opens the on-screen menus (page 35). Select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 35). Up/Down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 35). Auto Image–resets the projector to the source. Presets–cycles through the available preset settings (page 37). Keystone–adjusts squareness of the image (page 13).
Optimizing computer images Presentation features After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 35. Several features are provided to make giving presentations easier. Here is an overview, details are found in the menu section. • Adjust the Phase, Tracking, or Horizontal or Vertical position in the Advanced menu (page 38).
Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After your video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 35. You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 39 to page 41 for details on these features. • For rear projection, turn Rear mode on in the Settings>System menu.
Using the menus keypad navigation buttons Main menu To open the menus, press the Menu button on the keypad or optional remote. (The menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to highlight the desired submenu, then press the Select button.
Picture menu Picture menu To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press Select to confirm the changes. Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad. Contrast: controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture and changes the amount of black and white in the image.
Presets: Presets are provided that optimize the projector for displaying computer presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event. You can use the preset as a starting point, then further customize the settings for each source. The settings you customize are saved in the preset for each source.
Advanced menu Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Advanced menu Color Space: This option applies to computer and component video sources. It allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input signal. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard.
Settings menu Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to Volume of the internal speaker and allows a chime to play when starting the projector. Adjustments can also be made from the projector’s keypad and the optional remote. Audio Sources: Power-up Source determines which source the projector checks first for active video during power-up. When the Autosource feature is On, the projector automatically finds the active source, checking the selected Power-up Source first.
Startup Logo: allows you to display a blank screen instead of the default screen at startup, and when no source is detected. Startup Logo Blank Screen: determines what color is displayed when you press the Blank button on the optional remote. Blank Screen Effect Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Effect button on the optional remote, allowing you to quickly and easily use the effect. Highlight an effect and press Select to choose a different one. • Blank: displays an empty screen.
Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display. Language menu Service: To use these features, highlight them and press Select. Service menu Factory Reset: restores all settings to their default. Lamp Reset: resets the lamp hours used counter in the About menu to zero. Do this only after changing the lamp. Service Code: only used by authorized service personnel. About: provides information about the projector and the active source.
Maintenance Cleaning the Lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2 Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion. If you don’t intend to use the projector immediately, replace the lens cap.
4 Loosen the two captive screws that attach the lamp housing to the projector. lamp connector 5 Detach the lamp connector from the projector by depressing the locking lamp cable tab on the connector and lightly pulling it free. WARNING: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 30 minutes before you replace the lamp. Do not drop the lamp housing or touch the glass bulb! The glass may shatter and cause injury. lamp housing Be extremely careful when removing the lamp housing.
Cleaning the Lamp Housing Screens In dirty or dusty environments, the two dust filter screens in the lamp housing can become clogged, causing high temperatures and premature lamp failure. Routine maintenance to remove dust from the screens lowers the lamp operating temperature and prolongs lamp life. To maximize lamp life you should clean the screen at least every 250 hours, and sooner in extremely dirty or dusty environments. lamp housing lamp 1 Remove the lamp housing.
Appendix Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors Projected Image Size If the projector is not functioning properly and the LED is blinking red, consult Table 3 to determine a possible cause. There are two-second pauses between the blinking cycles. Visit our website for more details on the red LED error codes. NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator.
connector panel 6 connectors on projector 9, 10 contacting InFocus 28 Contrast 35 customer service contact information 28 customizing the projector 33 D Display Messages 38 Drivers USB 15 Windows 98 15 DVDs 35 E Effect button 32, 33 Effect Key 39 F Factory Reset 40 focus 13, 20 H HDTV 8, 35 Horizontal 37 I IBM-compatible computers 5 image size 7 image optimization 32 image size projected 44 K keypad buttons projector 31 keystone adjustment 13, 20 Numerics 16x9 vs 4x3 screen aspect 16 800x600 resolution 5 A
presentation features 32 Presets 36 projection distance 7 projector connecting video devices 16 connector panel 6 customization 33 keypad buttons 31 maintenance 41 positioning 7 setting up 7 troubleshooting problems 21 turning off 21 R Rear 38 Red LED behavior 44 registering your projector 5 remote control advancing slides 11, 29 Effect key 29 laser pointer 29 Previous/Next buttons 29 replacing the lamp 41 S Screen Aspect 16 Screen Save 21, 38 Screen Saver Off 38 security lock 43 Service 40 Service Code 40
solid green 21 solid red 21 Sources 38 Startup Logo 39 S-video connector 17 Sync Threshhold Adjust 37 System 38 T Tint 35 Tracking 37 troubleshooting 21 turning off projector 21 TV tuner 16 U USB, connecting 11 V Vertical 37 video optimizing 33 Video Standard 37 volume adjustment 20 Volume button 30 W warranty 28 Windows 2000 15 Windows 98 14 Windows ME 15 Windows XP 15 Z zoom 13, 20 48
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