Warranty Period. The Warranty Period commences on the day of purchase by the end-user. The Warranty Period is one year. The Projector lamp not covered by this Warranty. Each Proxima product is manufactured from new parts, or new and some used parts. In some cases, the product may have been delivered to another end-user and then returned.
Connecting an S-Video Source ... 2-11 Connecting Non-Computer Audio ...2-12 Chapter 3 Using the Desktop Projector 5500 Turning on the Projector and Lamp ... 3-1 Focusing and Zooming the Image ... 3-2 Turning off the Projector ... 3-2 Control Panel Keys ... 3-3 Control Panel Indicators ...
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Chapter 4 Maintenance Cleaning the Lens ... 4-1 Replacing the Lamp ... 4-2 Cleaning the Air Filter ... 4-4 Changing the Remote Control’s Batteries ... 4-5 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Where to get Help ... 5-1 Returning your DP5500 for Repair ... 5-5 Ordering Parts ...
Desktop Projection™ products that make sharing data and presenting information as easy as connecting your computer to your monitor. Figure 1-1 The Proxima DP5500 in use This manual covers the Desktop Projector 5500, which provides images of unrivaled brightness, clarity, and color accuracy.
Proxima Desktop Projector AV Cable Mac – VGA Cable Adapter Figure 1-2 Items included with the DP5500 Your projector also includes power cords for Europe and Great Britain. Chapter One Power Cords Remote Control VGA Video Cable Serial Cable S-Video Cable...
1 Unplug the monitor cable from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the supplied VGA video cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector. Attach the VGA end of the Mac - VGA cable adapter to the other end of the VGA video cable.
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2 Plug one end of the VGA Video cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector. 3 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO 1 IN port on the projector. 4 Turn on the projector and press the STANDBY/ON key.
Turns power on and off. POWER RECEPTACLE For AC power cord connection. RGB IN 1 & 2 Connects computer video to the projector. AUDIO IN 1 & 2 Connects to stereo/mono audio output from a computer. Your Proxima Desktop Projector 5500 1-5...
CONTROL PANEL Use the DP5500’s control panel keys to turn the projector on or off, adjust the projected image, and to display and hide the menus. Power, warning, and alert lights give you important information about how your projector is working.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 YOUR DP5500 Before you begin, locate the main parts of the DP5500. Figure 2-1 The Proxima DP5500 and Cyclops Remote Control 1. Control panel 2. Rear exhaust 3. Connector panel 4. AC power switch 5.
GETTING STARTED Positioning the Projector Place the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle (perpendicular) to the projection screen and parallel to the floor. If you’re using a media cart, make sure the wheels are locked to prevent it from moving.
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Figure 2-3 Transporting the projector If you are moving the projector a short distance, grasp it securely at the sides by the lower parts of the housing to support the weight of the unit.
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Projector Cooling and Airflow The air intake grill is on the bottom of the projector. The air exhaust grill is on the rear panel. CAUTION! Never operate the projector if these grills are clogged or obstructed, or if the electric fans are not running.
CONNECTOR PANEL All connections between the projector and your computer or video source are made on the side connector panel. Figure 2-6 The Connector Panel CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION CYCLOPS Port Connects your computer to the Cyclops Interactive Pointer System. S-VIDEO 1 & 2 Connects to an S-Video source.
CONNECTING COMPUTER VIDEO Connecting a PC Use the included VGA video cable to connect your PC to the projector. If you want to use your monitor and DP5500 at the same time, use your existing monitor cable to connect the projector to a separate monitor.
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Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the computer's Video Out (VGA) port. 3 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO IN 1 port on the projector (see page 2-10). NOTE: If you are using a second computer video or audio source, plug their outputs into the RGB IN 2 and AUDIO IN 2 connectors.
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1 Unplug the Macintosh monitor cable from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the supplied VGA video cable into the RGB IN 1 port on the projector. Attach the VGA end of the Mac - VGA cable adapter to the other end of the VGA video cable.
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3 Connect your audio source to the AUDIO IN 1 port on the projector. 4 Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY/ON key. NOTE: If your projector won’t project an image at the same time as your laptop monitor, refer to your laptop documentation for information on switching between the internal screen and the video port.
1 Insert one mini jack end of the Computer Audio cable into the AUDIO OUT port of a Macintosh or the sound card of a PC. 2 Insert the mini-jack at the other end of the AV cable into the projector’s AUDIO 1 or 2 ports.
To connect an S-Video source: 1 Insert one end of the S-Video cable into the mini-DIN Video Out port on the video source. 2 Insert the other end of the S-Video cable into the projector’s S-VIDEO port. Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500...
1 Insert the red (right) and white (left) ends of the cable into the Audio Out ports of a composite video’s audio source. 2 Connect the other end of each cable to the projector’s AUDIO IN ports. NOTE: Although two COMPUTER AUDIO sources and two other AUDIO sources may be connected simultaneously, only one can be active.
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You can connect the projector to a computer through the CONTROL port. You can then use the joystick on your remote control as the computer's system mouse (see page 3-8). Before you begin, make sure that the projector and computer power is on and that the cables are securely connected.
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Although this system provides high-quality audio output, a multimedia presentation may require independently powered stereo speakers or an external sound system. NOTE: Use the MUTE key to turn the projector’s internal and any connected external speakers on or off. Figure 2-19 The Audio Out port To connect your projector to an external stereo system: 1 Insert one end of a Computer Audio cable into the projector’s AUDIO...
Move the AC POWER switch to the ON position. The ON indicator on the projector control panel glows orange. The lamp is off when you first turn on the projector. Press the STANDBY/ON key on the operator panel for one second to turn the lamp on. The ON indicator blinks green for a few seconds while the lamp warms up, and then turns to a steady green color.
FOCUSING AND ZOOMING THE IMAGE You can use the title screen that appears when you first start the projector to make your focus and image size adjustments. 1 Press the ZOOM +/- key on the Control Panel or Remote Control to make the image larger (+) or smaller (-).
CONTROL PANEL KEYS Use the DP5500’s control panel keys to turn the projector on or off, adjust the projected image, and to display and hide the menus. Power, warning, and alert lights give you important information about how your projector is working.
Chapter Three INDICATOR FUNCTION Glows green if AC input and projector power supplies are okay. Glows red if not, or if the air filter door is removed. Glows orange while in standby mode. Flashes green during lamp start-up.
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If either fan is not working, the projector needs service.
The remote control contains all the key functions available on the DP5500 control panel, as well as several additional features. For best results, aim the remote control at the projection screen or at the projector’s front panel. Do not obstruct the red infrared eye located on the front of the projector.
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Functions as arrow keys or as a mouse. Resets the projector settings to the factory defaults if the menus are open. Functions as a right mouse button if the projector is in Host mode (see page 3-8). Displays or hides the menu.
• Press the joystick twice for a double mouse click. OPERATING THE PROJECTOR The control panel and remote control provide access to all of the projector’s features. Press a key to select a function or to navigate through the menus.
3 Turn on the projector and light the lamp. 4 Turn on your computer. It should detect the projector as a serial mouse. 5 Use the joystick on the IR remote control to move the mouse. Notebook users may need to disable their integrated pointing device before using an external serial mouse.
(computer, video, or S-Video). MENU SETUP INPUT IMAGE Default Settings The projector's factory settings are indicated by menu tables. Press RESET when any menu item is selected to return it to the factory default. 3-10 Chapter Three FUNCTION Adjusts image quality and position.
H. SIZE Adjusts the width of a computer display. SOURCE All sources All sources All sources Video only Video only Video only (Except PAL) Computer only Computer only Computer only Computer only Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-11...
INPUT MENU Use the Input menu to select a video source. • Use the Arrow keys to select a source. • If you choose Video 1 or Video 2, select a video format. • Select Test Pattern to adjust the focus. Figure 3-7 Input menu MENU ITEM RGB 1 or 2...
Selects the speed for revealing an image. Changes the on-screen menu size. Turn the on-screen image source messages on or off. Initiates Cyclops calibration. See the Cyclops User’s Guide for more information. Press CANCEL to cancel the calibration. Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-13...
OPTION (OPT.) MENU The OPT menu is used to control the projector’s communications settings. Figure 3-9 OPT Menu Screen 3-14 Chapter Three...
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Sets the duration of the Break Timer. Sets the language for the menu displays. Sets the time the projector can run with no action before it will automatically turn off. The maximum is 99. Press RESET to set it to zero.
Setting the Timer You can set the Timer to count down for breaks, class activities, and other presentation requirements. 1 From the Options menu, choose Timer and press the right MENU key on the control panel or move the joystick to the right. 2 When the Timer menu appears, use the MENU keys on the control panel or the joystick on the remote control to set the time.
2 Take a part of the lens tissue that you haven’t touched, and repeat the process, going over the lens in another direction. CAUTION! Your projector contains electric circuitry and sensitive optics. Protect it from potential fluid spills. Maintenance...
REPLACING THE LAMP 1 Turn off the projector. 2 Unplug the projector’s power cord from the wall socket and remove it from the projector’s power receptacle. 3 Remove the screw on the right side of the rear panel and remove the service door.
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6 Replace the old lamp assembly with a new one, carefully aligning the power pins on the bottom, and pressing it firmly into place. When it is properly placed, a small alignment mark etched on the projector chassis will be visible below the lamp assembly.
1 Disconnect all cables and cords from the projector. 2 Turn the projector on its side, connector panel down. 3 Remove both screws on the filter cover. Figure 4-4 Removing the screws on the air filter cover 4 Press up on the air filter cover tab to release the cover latch and then pull the grill cover down and out (see Figure 4-5).
5 After you have disassembled it, clean the air filter using a vacuum cleaner. If it is still dirty, wipe the air filter with a moist cloth, then wipe it with a dry cloth. Figure 4-6 The components of the air filter 6 Reassemble and reinstall the air filter.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting WHERE TO GET HELP If you need help: 1 Check the Troubleshooting Chart. 2 Call your dealer’s technical support line and explain your problem. 3 Call Proxima at: USA. and Canada: (619) 457-5500. Press 1 for Customer Service. (619) 457-8542 (Fax) Outside USA and Canada: (619) 457-5500.
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Check power to electrical outlet. Lamp not on. Turn lamp ON. Lamp burned out. Replace lamp assembly. Over temperature indication. Allow projector to cool; turn projector OFF and then ON. Make sure the bottom air filter door is closed. Loose cable.
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H. or V. POSIT adjusted incorrectly. Compatibility problem. Misalignment or damage to optical elements. No image on the Projector power is off or computer screen projector is not running. Lamp is burned out. Cable not connected. Streaks on monitor Video cable plugged into the computer or projector is upside down.
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Close bottom air filter door. is open. Batteries upside-down or old. Check battery placement or replace with new batteries. Projector IR receiver window Remove object obstructing red is blocked. IR receiver on front of projector. Out of range. Move within 20 ft. and within a 30 angle from the front of the projector.
9440 Carroll Park Drive San Diego, CA 92121 3 Pack the projector in its original box for safe shipment (include all accessories, cables, and the remote control). If you no longer have the original shipping materials, contact Proxima Customer Service for packaging.
Appendix B Accessories and Replacement Parts REPLACEMENT PARTS PART Lamp Assembly Remote Control Power Cord - US Power Cord - Europe VGA Video Cable VGA - Mac Cable Adapter S-Video Cable AV Cable Serial Cable Mini-stereo to Mini-stereo Cable Lens Cap Air Filter OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTION...
Desktop Projector Turning Off 3-2 Parts DP5500 Powering Up 3-1 Power 3-4 Power receptacle 2-6 Focusing the Image Power to the Projector 2-6 Non-Zoom Models 3-2 Powering Up Projector 3-1 Zoom Lens Models 3-2 Projector Moving 2-3 Positioning 2-2 Transporting 2-3...