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WARNING: This product contains chemicals,
including lead, known to the State of California
to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: This product has a lamp which
contains a very small amount of mercury.
Dispose of it as required by local, state, or
federal ordinances and regulations. For more
information, see www.eiae.org

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  • Page 1 WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. WARNING: This product has a lamp which contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose of it as required by local, state, or federal ordinances and regulations.
  • Page 2 This entire user’s guide is available on the enclosed CD as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Norwe- gian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese. Before using this projector, please read these instructions. Le mode d'emploi complet est disponible sur le CD joint sous forme de fichier pdf d'Adobe Acrobat dans les langues suivantes : anglais, français, allemand, italien, norvégien, portugais, espagnol, russe, japonais, coréen, chinois traditionnel, chinois simplifié.
  • Page 3 Other specific Country Approvals may apply, please see product certification label. EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC This user’s guide applies to models C410, C420, GEN300, and GEN301. EMC: EN 55022 InFocus reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time. EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the included Quick Set Up card. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. Electronic versions of this User’s Guide Introduction in multiple languages are available on the included CD and on our website.
  • Page 5 2 ft (.6m) • Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2 m) away from any heating or cooling vents. • Use only InFocus-approved ceiling mounts. • Use only the power cord provided. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. • Refer to this manual for proper startup and shutdown procedures.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Projector components and features keypad Your new digital projector provides three computer and three video inputs and has XGA 1024x768 resolution. Optional user-changeable short and long throw lenses make this a flexible product suitable for many different uses. speakers The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to maintain.
  • Page 7 You can use the projector’s M1 connector along with the InFocus LiteShow wireless adapter and software for cable-free digital projection. Contact an authorized InFocus dealer or visit the website listed on the back inside cover of this User’s Guide for more information.

  • Page 8: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a computer connect computer cable audio in trigger Required computer connections computer 2 monitor out network mouse computer 1 audio in computer 3 serial control computer in Connect one end of the computer cable to the Computer 2 connector on the projector.
  • Page 9 If you are using a desktop computer and want to see the image on your computer screen as well as on the projection screen, plug the monitor cable connect monitor cable to the Monitor out connector on the projector. audio in trigger network mouse...

  • Page 10: Displaying A Computer Image

    Displaying a computer image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Press the power switch to position “1” on the back of the projector, then press Power button press Power switch press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run.

  • Page 11: First-Time Projector Use With Windows 98

    First-time projector use with Windows 98 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 Wiz- ard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system).
  • Page 12 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 two times. The first time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the key- board).

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image adjust height Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- ton to extend the elevator foot. rotate level- ing foot Rotate the leveling foot (located at the bottom back right corner), if neces- elevator foot sary.

  • Page 14: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device connect A/V cable Standard video connections audio in trigger computer 2 monitor out network mouse computer 1 Plug the audio/video (A/V) cable’s yellow connector into the video-out audio in computer 3 serial control computer in connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yel- low Video 2 connector on the projector.

  • Page 15: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a video image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. press Power switch press Power button Press the power switch to position “1” on the back of the projector, then press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run.
  • Page 16 Adjust the zoom or focus rings by rotating them until the desired image size adjust zoom and focus and focus are produced. zoom focus If the image is not square, adjust the vertical keystone using the buttons on adjust keystone the keypad.

  • Page 17: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup The projector automatically blanks the screen after no active source is If your image appears correctly on the screen, skip to the next section detected for 30 minutes. This blank screen helps preserve the life of the pro- (page 25).
  • Page 18 Source Troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Plug power cable in, press power switch, press power button. Remove lens cap. No startup screen Correct image Computer image projected Only startup screen appears Press the Computer button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop...
  • Page 19 Adjust computer refresh rate in Control No computer image, just the words “Signal out of Computer image projected Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced> range” Adapter (location varies by operating system) You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the problem, “Image fuzzy or cropped”...
  • Page 20 Set your computer’s display resolution to Image clear and not cropped Image fuzzy or cropped the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab, select1024x768) For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dual- display mode Remote controls computer cursor. Note Connect USB cable (page 7) then load USB Remote control not controlling my computer’s that the mouse is not functional in zoom...
  • Page 21 Projector troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Square image Image not square Adjust keystone on keypad or Picture menu Correct image Adjust the focus lens or Sharpness in the Image not sharp Picture>Advanced menu Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Correct image Image does not fit 16:9 screen Picture>Aspect ratio menu...
  • Page 22 Correct image Turn off Ceiling in Settings>System menu Image upside down Image reversed left to right Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Correct image Correct image Projected colors don’t match source Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus COLOR COLOR...
  • Page 23 Turn off the internal LCD display on your Embedded video plays correctly The video embedded in my PowerPoint laptop presentation does not play on the screen Unplug projector; wait one minute; plug in Make sure vents aren’t blocked; allow Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 16) projector and turn it on: lamp lights projector to cool for one minute blinks...
  • Page 24 Correct image Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height Image not centered on screen zoom Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Still having problems? If you need assistance, please visit our website or call us. See the inside of the back cover for a list of all relevant web addresses.

  • Page 25: Using The Keypad Buttons

    Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an over- view of their functions: power–turns the projector on (page 9) and off (page 14). menu–opens the on-screen menus (page 29). select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 29). up/down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 29).

  • Page 26: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control ® ® If you are displaying presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint , you can use the remote’s mouse buttons to navigate through your presentation while in The remote uses two (2) provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed Slide Show mode.

  • Page 27: Using The Audio

    Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con- connect audio cable audio in trigger nector on the projector. monitor out network mouse computer 2 computer 1 computer 3 audio in serial control computer in To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote.

  • Page 28: Optimizing Computer Images

    Optimizing computer images Presentation features After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on Several features are provided to make giving presentation easier. The fol- the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For gen- lowing is an overview, details are found in the menu section on page 29.

  • Page 29: Optimizing Video Images

    Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general informa- page 33 to page 37 for details on these features.

  • Page 30: Using The Menus

    Using the menus To open the menus, press the menu button on the keypad or remote. (The Menu menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The button Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to high- light the desired submenu, then press the Select button.

  • Page 31: Picture Menu

    Picture menu To adjust the following six settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use Vertical Keystone the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm the changes. increasing keystone decreasing keystone Vertical Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust vertical keystone from the keypad.
  • Page 32 Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying com- puter 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 cus- tomize the settings for each source.
  • Page 33 Advanced settings Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Sharpness 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 video input.

  • Page 34: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to the volume, bass, treble and balance. Also allows you to turn on and off Loudness (which boosts the higher and lower frequencies), the Internal speakers, and projector startup Chime. Audio Sources allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key when using the optional Integrator remote.
  • Page 35 Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen after no signals are detected for five minutes. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Screen Save is disabled when Power Save is enabled. Screen Trigger: this enables the Screen Trigger connection on the connector panel.
  • Page 36 Effect Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Effect button on the remote to quickly and easily use the effect. Only one effect can be enabled at a time. Highlight an effect and press Select to choose a different one.
  • Page 37 Network: The projector has an RJ45 Ethernet connector that supports net- work connections and TCP/IP protocols. This will allow for the control and Network management of the projector over a corporate network. The following fields Network are accessible when DHCP is not checked and available for manual entry of Info data.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Maintenance clean the lens Cleaning the lens with a soft dry cloth and non-abrasive Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. cleaner 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.

  • Page 39: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    Replacing the projection lamp The lamp hour timer in the About menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. When the specified end of the lamp’s life is reached, About menu the message “Replace lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup and in the Interactive Display.
  • Page 40 WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury. • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness.

  • Page 41: Cleaning The Dust Filter

    Cleaning the dust filter Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. turn off and unplug audio in trigger the projector computer 2 monitor out network mouse computer 1 Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. audio in computer 3 serial control...

  • Page 42: Appendix

    Appendix Optional Accessories Part Number Accessories Shipping Case (ATA approved) CA-ATA-017 Projector Mount SP-CEIL-005-B Standard Accessories False Ceiling Plate for Projector Mount SP-LTMT-PLT (ship with the projector) Part Number Extension Arm for Projector Mount SP-LTMT-EXTP Shipping Box (with packaging) 111-0033-xx 26”...

  • Page 43: Red Led Behavior And Projector Errors

    Red LED behavior and projector errors Projected image size Table 3: If the projector is not functioning properly and the red LED is blinking, con- Image sizes for standard lens sult Table 2 to determine a possible cause. There are two second pauses between the blinking cycles.
  • Page 44 Table 5: Image sizes for short throw lens (fixed focus) Distance to screen Width (feet/m) (feet/m) 3/.91 2.5/.76 5/1.52 4.17/1.27 8/2.44 6.67/2.03 12/3.66 10/3.05 16/4.88 13.33/4.06 20/6.1 16.67/5.08 NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator.
  • Page 45 37 driver installation 10 Color 15 focus 12, 15 colors are incorrect 21 Freeze 35 component cable connector 13 fuzzy image 19 computer connections optional 7 required 7 computer image optimize 27 troubleshooting 17 connector panel 6 contacting InFocus 23...
  • Page 46 image Main menu 29 display computer 9 menu system 29 display video 14 Monitor connector 7 image does not fit screen 20 mouse, using your 7 image not centered 23 Mute 35 image not sharp 20 image not square 20 Network 36 image reversed 21 Network connector 8...
  • Page 47 Rear 33 Video button 14 remote control 25 video connections not working 19 optional 13 replacing the lamp 38 standard 13 RS-232 Video connector 13 cable 8 video images connecting 6 optimizing 28 screen trigger 6 warranty 23, 47 security lock 40 Windows 2000 11 serial connection 6 Windows 98 10...
  • Page 48 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE..For all types of Service and Support information on our products and services please go to our website at www.askproxima.com Many resources are available on our website. Some examples are: • Frequently Asked Questions about general projector usage and technical issues •...
  • Page 49 InFocus Corporation 27700B SW Parkway Avenue Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-9215 1-800-294-6400 • 503-685-8888 Fax: 503-685-8887 http://www.infocus.com In Europe: InFocus International B.V. Strawinskylaan 585 1077 XX Amsterdam,The Netherlands Phone: +31 20 579 2000 Fax: +31 20 579 2999 In Asia: 238A Thomson Road...

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