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Your LCD Panel
Setting Up the
Quick Start ............................................................................1-3
Connecting the Projection Panel ....................................1-5
Software ................................................................................. 1-6
Accessories ............................................................................. 1-6
Connector Panel ....................................................................2-2
Power Connection ................................................................. 2-3
Computer Video Connection ................................................2-3
Desktop Computers ....................................................... 2-4
Laptop Computers ......................................................... 2-6
Monitor Connections ............................................................2-7
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Connection ....................................................... 2-8
Serial Port Connection (To Panel)......................................... 2-9
Video Connections ................................................................2-9
S-VHS Video Connection ............................................2-10
Audio Connections ..............................................................2-11
Stereo AUDIO IN ....................................................... 2-11
Mono AUDIO IN ....................................................... 2-12
Audio Follow ............................................................... 2-12
AUDIO OUT ..............................................................2-13
Powering Up ......................................................................... 3-1
Control Panel ........................................................................3-2
The Remote Control ............................................................. 3-3
Operating the Projection Panel ..............................................3-5
The Control Panel and Remote Control ........................3-5
Using a Microsoft-Compatible Mouse ........................... 3-5
Operating Modes ........................................................... 3-6
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Quick Start ...1–3 Chapter 1 Your LCD Panel Software ... 1–6 Accessories ... 1–6 Connector Panel ...2–2 Chapter 2 Power Connection ... 2–3 Setting Up the Computer Video Connection ...2–3 Projection Panel Monitor Connections ...2–7 CYCLOPS Serial Port Connection (To Panel)... 2–9 Video Connections ...2–9 Audio Connections ...2–11 Powering Up ... - Page 2 The Graphical User Interface ... 3–8 Using the Menus ... 3–10 Changing Remote Control Batteries ... 4–1 Chapter 4 Cleaning the Glass ... 4–1 Maintenance Troubleshooting Chart ... 5–1 Chapter 5 Where to Get Help ... 5–2 Troubleshooting Computer Video... A–1 Appendix A Compatible Video Standards ...
- Page 3 Chapter 1 Your LCD Panel Congratulations on purchasing your new Ovation+ projection panel - the most powerful projection panel available! This system allows you to project the power of your computer in presentations and workgroup meetings. The panel is designed to offer you unsurpassed image quality, superior ease of use, and a wide variety of features.
- Page 4 Chapter 1 • The LCD Panel The projection system consists of an active-matrix Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel, a remote control, and appropriate cabling. The active-matrix LCD provides superior image quality for both still and full-motion video images. The packing box should contain the following items, along with cables to connect the computer or video source to the projection panel.
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Page 5: Chapter 1 Quick Start
This section lists quick setup directions for experienced users. Quick Start Control Panel Figure 3 Control Panel POWER Key Arrow Keys MENU Key VIDEO SYNC CONTRAST Chapter 1 • The LCD Panel POWER MENU VIDEO SYNC - CONTRAST + Turn power on/off. Select menu items. -
Page 6: Connector Panel
Chapter 1 • The LCD Panel Connector Panel AUDIO S-VHS AUDIO IN VIDEO IN LEFT RIGHT Figure 4 Connector Panel AUDIO IN LEFT AUDIO IN RIGHT AUDIO OUT S-VHS VIDEO IN SERIAL PORT CYCLOPS TO MAC MONITOR TO VGA MONITOR FROM COMPUTER POWER... -
Page 7: Connecting The Projection Panel
Connecting the Projection Panel 1. Turn off all power to the computer, monitor, and projection panel. 2. Connect the power supply to the POWER connector on the projection panel and plug the power cord into the wall outlet (see Power Connection on page 2-3). 3. -
Page 8: Accessories
Chapter 1 • The LCD Panel The projection panel does not require a separate device driver or Software any other modification to the computer’s operating system. The panel is fully compatible with all major software programs. When using the optional Cyclops interactive pointer system or Presentation Control Software, install the software drivers provided with these products. - Page 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Projection Panel This chapter describes the connections needed to set up the projection panel. CAUTION! it against vertical surfaces or put it where it’s likely to fall. First, set up the computer, overhead projector, and viewing screen.
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Page 10: Chapter 2 Connector Panel
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel All connections between the projection panel and computer or Connector video source are made on the side connector panel. Panel AUDIO S-VHS AUDIO IN VIDEO IN LEFT RIGHT Figure 6 Connector Panel AUDIO IN LEFT AUDIO IN RIGHT AUDIO OUT... -
Page 11: Projection Panel
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel The power supply has a fixed cord ending in a circular plug with Power Connection five pins. Carefully insert this plug into the power port of the projection panel. POWER Figure 7 The projection panel’s POWER port Find the correct IEC power cord for the location. -
Page 12: Desktop Computers
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel Desktop Computers Use the appropriate cable to connect your desktop computer to the projection panel. 1. Turn off power to the computer and projection panel. 2. Unplug the monitor cable from the computer’s Video Out 3. - Page 13 Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel MONITOR PANEL Figure 10 Macintosh Connections 4. Connect the larger end of the cable to the projection panel’s FROM COMPUTER connector. GA MONITOR Figure 11 The projection panel’s FROM COMPUTER connector 5. If desired, connect an external monitor (see page 2-7) or power up the hardware (projection panel first) to begin using the system.
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Page 14: Laptop Computers
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel Laptop Computers Use the appropriate cable to connect your laptop to the projection panel. 1. Turn off power to the laptop and projection panel. 2. Connect the smaller end of the appropriate video cable to the 3. -
Page 15: Monitor Connections
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel Data can be viewed on a separate monitor in addition to the Monitor projection panel. This connection can be made with the Connection projection panel and computer power on. 1. Connect the monitor’s video cable to the projection panel’s TO MAC MONITOR or TO VGA MONITOR connector. -
Page 16: Cyclops Connection
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel Use the CYCLOPS connector to connect the projection panel to CYCLOPS the computer to use the optional Cyclops interactive pointer Connection system, the Presentation Control Software, or a Microsoft- compatible mouse (see page 3-5). Figure 14 The projection panel’s CYCLOPS connector The optional Cyclops or Presentation Control Software are... -
Page 17: Serial Port Connection (To Panel)
A separate Microsoft-compatible mouse can be connected to the Serial Port SERIAL port connector on the projection panel to control the Connection (To Panel) panel’s built-in LightBoard drawing capability. This mouse can also be used to navigate the panel’s menus in Local Mode (see page 3-6) or function as the computer system’s mouse in Host Mode. -
Page 18: S-Vhs Video Connection
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel S-VHS Video Connection For an S-VHS (or S-Video) source, use an S-VHS cable instead of the RCA cable connection described above. The S-VHS cable has identical round, 4-pin DIN connectors on both ends. Figure 17 The projection panel’s S-VHS connector 1. -
Page 19: Audio Connections
Video-ready projection panel models have three audio ports Audio Connections labeled AUDIO IN LEFT (White), AUDIO IN RIGHT (Red) and AUDIO OUT. Stereo AUDIO IN For true stereo audio when using a VCR or laser-disc, use the supplied audio-visual cables to connect the audio source to the projection panel. -
Page 20: Mono Audio In
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel Mono AUDIO IN Even if your audio source only outputs monaural audio, your panel can output simulated stereo. 1. Choose the appropriate cable, and insert the appropriate 2. Connect the other end to the projection panel’s left or right 3. -
Page 21: Audio Out
Chapter 2 • Setting Up the Projection Panel AUDIO OUT Use a stereo mini-jack cable to connect the projection panel’s AUDIO OUT port to a separate amplifier or amplified speakers. For more information, refer to the amplifier system manual. AUDIO S-VH RIGHT Figure 19... -
Page 22: Chapter 3 Powering Up
Chapter 3 Using the Projection Panel Powering Up The monitor and projection panel should be powered-up before the computer, so that the computer senses the display(s) during its boot-up sequence. When POWER is pressed to turn the panel on, the POWER light illuminates. If the key is pressed again, the light goes out and power is off. -
Page 23: Control Panel
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel The projection panel’s Control Panel keys are used to adjust the Control Panel projected image and to display or hide the menu. Figure 21 Control Panel POWER Arrow Keys MENU VIDEO SYNC CONTRAST Note: model of the projection panel. -
Page 24: The Remote Control
The Remote The Remote Control allows you to control the projection panel Control from a distance by aiming it at the front of the panel or the projection screen. The panel sees the reflected beam and responds to it. Figure 22 The Remote Control Unit Chapter 3 •... - Page 25 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel The Remote Control has the following keys: Arrow Keys MENU VIDEO MUTE ZOOM TEXT VOLUME -/+ FREEZE SYNC CONTRAST -/+ PROG Presentation Control Software Keys 3–4 • User’s Guide Function Press Left/Right to select a menu function. Press Up/Down to change the selected value.
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Page 26: Operating The Projection Panel
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel The projection panel is simple to operate and can be controlled Operating the Projection several different ways. The projection panel’s menus can be Panel accessed and controlled via the Control Panel, the Remote Control, a Microsoft-compatible mouse or the optional Cyclops. -
Page 27: Operating Modes
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Operating Modes The panel and its control devices can operate in two modes: Local Mode and Host Mode. Local Mode Anytime the panel’s menus or LightBoard are activated, the panel is in Local Mode. In Local Mode, the projection panel mouse or the optional Cyclops is used for projection panel menu and LightBoard functions only;... - Page 28 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Host Mode If a mouse or Cyclops and a data cable are connected to the panel, it can also operate in the Host Mode. Host Mode can only be used when the panel’s menu and LightBoard are not active. This means that the panel and its control devices are communicating directly with the host computer.
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Page 29: The Graphical User Interface
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Your projection system features a graphical user interface that The Graphical User Interface allows easy control of menus and your panel’s many functions. You will find that each interface method discussed below provides you with increasing power over your presentation system. -
Page 30: Cyclops Interactive Pointer System
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Cyclops Interactive Pointer System For the ultimate in functionality, you can use the optional Cyclops Interactive Pointer System to control the menus and LightBoard draw program (see page 3-11) in Local Mode, and the attached computer in Host Mode (see page 3-6). -
Page 31: Using The Menus
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Using When the MENU key is pressed or when Cyclops is used to open the Menus the menus (see page 3-9), a menu bar appears at the top of the screen. Figure 24 Main Menu Note: the selected input source (computer, video, and S-VHS). -
Page 32: Lightboard Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel LightBoard Menu This menu sets up and activates the projection panel’s built-in LightBoard draw program. LightBoard allows highlighting of text or other objects on the screen and drawing on a whiteboard or blackboard with Cyclops or a mouse. MENUS LightBoard Mode LightBoard... - Page 33 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel To use the LightBoard: 1. Access the LightBoard menu and choose On. The Draw tool 2. The currently selected tool (Draw or Erase) is highlighted and The Draw tool bar has four options: To open the color pallette: 1.
- Page 34 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel 2. Click on the color you want to use. The Color box takes on the selected color, and the color pallette remains available. Figure 26 Color selection boxes 3. Click the Color box or the icon in the upper right corner again to turn the color selection boxes off.
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Page 35: Cyclops Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Cyclops Menu This menu allows you to adjust the optional Cyclops interactive pointer system settings. Figure 27 Cyclops Menu Calibrate Button Note: Cyclops, refer to the Cyclops User’s Guide. 3–14 • User’s Guide MENUS Calibrate Button... -
Page 36: Input Source Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Input Source Menu This menu provides a two-step method of selecting the video source. When a video input is connected, the Source Mode box indicates which video source has been detected by the projection panel. - Page 37 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Figure 30 Video Input Source Menu 3. Use the Arrow keys to either Cancel (Left key) or Select 3–16 • User’s Guide If Video is selected, the Source Mode box allows the selection of NTSC, PAL, or SECAM video.
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Page 38: Image Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Image Menu Computer Video When computer video is displayed, the Image Menu displays a series of video adjustment windows. The horizontal bars move up or down to indicate the current setting. MENUS Contrast Sync LightBoard Cyclops... - Page 39 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel NTSC/PAL/SECAM or S-Video When the Image menu is selected for an NTSC/PAL/SECAM or S-Video source, the following menu appears. Adjust the individual settings to achieve the best picture. Figure 32 Image Menu for a video source Contrast Brightness Tint...
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Page 40: Audio Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Audio Menu The Audio menu allows adjustment of the volume, balance and tone of the projection panel’s audio output. MENUS Volume Mute Normal LightBoard Mute Cyclops Input Source Image Audio Preferences Advanced Figure 33 Audio Menu Menu Item Volume... - Page 41 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel As described in Audio Connections (see p. 2-11), you can incorporate audio into your presentation in a variety of ways. In order to configure your system, follow the instructions below. Stereo Audio If you wish to use a source with true stereo audio output, complete the following steps: 1.
- Page 42 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Mono Audio If you are using a monaural source but wish to simulate stereo output, complete the following steps: 1. Open the Input Source menu and access Source Select. 2. Choose the source (e.g. Video). 3.
- Page 43 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Audio Follow In order to take advantage of your projection system’s Audio Follow feature (see page 2-12), complete the following steps: 1. Open the Input Source menu and access Source Select. 2. Choose Computer. 3.
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Page 44: Preferences Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Preferences Menu This menu is used to tailor the projection panel to a personal presentation style. Language Projection MENUS English Front LightBoard Deustch Rear Cyclops Francais Input Source Espanol Image Italiano Audio Preferences Advanced Figure 34 Preferences Menu... -
Page 45: Advanced Menu
Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel Advanced Menu This menu is used to adjust the image and to select a set of customized values. Figure 35 Advanced Menu User Rev. Video Mode Reset Custom Settings Some settings may be adjusted to suit a particular presenter’s style or taste. - Page 46 Chapter 3 • Using the Projection Panel A set of customized values for every video mode (VGA, Macintosh II, NTSC/PAL/SECAM, etc.) can be stored for the Default user, User A, or User B. To save a custom setting: 1. Select Default, User A, or User B under the User Menu in the Advanced Menu.
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Page 47: Chapter 4 Changing Remote Control Batteries
Chapter 4 Maintenance The projection system requires minimal maintenance. Slide the battery compartment open to change batteries. Changing Remote Control Batteries Figure 37 Installing batteries (Use 2 AAA size batteries) To clean the top or bottom protective glass, put a small amount Cleaning of glass cleaner on a soft cloth or lens cleaning tissue. -
Page 48: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Chart
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Please refer to this troubleshooting chart before calling a reseller for assistance. Problem No computer image projected No image on computer screen Monochrome on color monitor Streaks on monitor Faint screen Jittery, fuzzy letters Image off-center Cannot get entire image on screen;... -
Page 49: Where To Get Help
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting Where to Get If you still need help after checking the Troubleshooting Chart on Help page 5-1, or you need replacement parts, call the reseller’s technical support line and explain the problem. If the reseller cannot solve the problem, please call Proxima Customer Service If the projection panel is determined to be defective, a Return Material Authorization Number will be issued. - Page 50 Send authorized returns to: U.S.A. or Canada: Proxima Corporation RMA #______ 9440 Carroll Park Drive San Diego, CA 92121-2298 Europe: Proxima Corporation RMA#______ Horsterweg 24 6191 RX Beek The Netherlands Please ship the projection panel in its original container. If the original package is not available, contact Proxima for packaging.
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Page 51: Appendix A Computer Video
Appendix A Specifications The following computer video standards are supported Computer list is subject to change as more platforms are supported. Video Compatible Video Standards IBM PC, PS/2 or SVGA, VGA, EGA, CGA, Compatible VESA 640 x 480, 72Hz Olivetti/AT&T VGA, EGA, CGA NEC 9801 VGA, EGA, CGA... -
Page 52: Interfaces
Appendix A • Specifications Interfaces From Computer Serial Video (Models 842, 846) Audio (Models 842, 846) Output to Monitor Cyclops LCD Panel Display Area Resolution Response Time Contrast Ratio Power Requirements Storage Temperature Humidity Tolerance Shock Tolerance Cooling System Noise Level Panel Approvals Power Supply... -
Page 53: Appendix B Accessories
Appendix B Accessories and Parts Your reseller offers a selection of accessories that can add to the Accessories usefulness of your projection system. Cyclops Interactive Pointer System Maximize the power and convenience of the projection panel’s LightBoard feature, and interactively control application software with Cyclops. - Page 54 Appendix B • Accessories and Parts Powered Loudspeaker System If you’re giving a presentation with audio but don’t have access to an amplifier and speakers, use a powered loudspeaker system. These portable speakers can be battery operated or powered from a wall outlet.
- Page 55 Appendix B • Accessories and Parts Carrying Cases The Hard Carrying Case, roomy enough for two projection panels (or one panel and one laptop), Cyclops, cables, and accessories, provides the ultimate in protection and convenience. Check the carrying case as luggage – or stow it in an airplane overhead compartment –...
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Page 56: Ordering Parts
Appendix B • Accessories and Parts Please order replacement and accessory parts through your local Ordering Parts reseller, or call Proxima at: B–4 • User’s Guide U.S.A. and Canada (800) 447-7694 or (619) 457-5500 Press 1 for Customer Service Fax: (619) 457-8542 Outside U.S.A. - Page 57 Index Accessories 1–6, B–1 carrying cases B–3 Cyclops B–1 interface kits B–2 powered loudspeaker system B–2 Advanced Menu 3–24 custom settings 3–24 Air Flow 3–1 AUDIO IN 2–11 Audio Menu 3–19 BlackBoard 3–11 Carrying Cases B–3 Color Box 3–13 Color Selection 3–13 Compatible Video Standards A–1 Computer Connector Cables 2–3 Computer Input Source Menu 3–15...
- Page 58 Image Menu 3–17 computer video 3–17 NTSC/PAL/SECAM or S-Video 3–17 Input Source Menu 3–15 Interface Kits B–2 Interfaces A–2 Laptop Computers 2–6 Laptop Connections 2–6 LightBoard Menu 3–11 BlackBoard 3–11 Overlay 3–11 WhiteBoard 3–11 Low Temperatures 3–1 Main Menu 3–10 MENU Key 3–10 Menus Advanced menu 3–24...
- Page 59 S-VHS 2–10 S-VHS Video Connection 2–10 Separate Monitor 2–7 TO MAC MONITOR 2–7 TO VGA MONITOR 2–7 SERIAL 2–9 Software 1–6 Source Mode Box 3–15 Specifications compatible video standards A–1 computer video A–1 interfaces A–2 Troubleshooting Chart 5–1 TV Video 2–9 VGA Connections 2–4 VIDEO IN 2–9 VIDEO Key 3–2...