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Connecting the LitePro 760 is summarized on the back of this card
and described in detail in the LitePro 760 User's Guide.
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The User's Guide contains instructions and illustrations for IBM-
compatible, Macintosh, PowerBook, X terminals and UNIX
workstations. It also describes the remote control buttons and menu
functions.

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  • Page 1 Connecting the LitePro 760 is summarized on the back of this card and described in detail in the LitePro 760 User’s Guide. The User’s Guide contains instructions and illustrations for IBM- compatible, Macintosh, PowerBook, X terminals and UNIX workstations. It also describes the remote control buttons and menu functions.
  • Page 2 Press the “1” side of the projector’s power switch. The projector pow- ers up and displays the LitePro test pattern. Lift the front of the projector by the handle and release the elevator foot. When the image is at the desired height, gently release the handle.
  • Page 3 Copyright © 1995 by In Focus Systems, Inc. Wilsonville, Oregon. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 6: Safety Summary

    Safety Summary Please read these instructions before using your LitePro projector. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in fire, electrical shock, personal injury or equipment damage. These graphics are used throughout this manual to draw your atten- tion to important information about the LitePro:...
  • Page 7 Safety Summary Grounding The LitePro is grounded through the grounding conductor on the power cord. To avoid electric shock, plug the power cord into a properly wired receptacle. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. Fuse For protection against the risk of fire, use only a fuse of the specified type.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Compatibility Cables and Adapters Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance Connecting the LitePro 760 Setting Up Connecting your Computer Powering Up the LitePro Turning the LitePro Off Using the LitePro 760 Using the Remote Control Focusing the Image Adjusting the Height Reference to the Remote Control Buttons Using the Menu...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Introduction The In Focus Systems LitePro 760 LCD projector has a resolution of 1024x768 pixels and 24,389 displayable colors. The LitePro 760’s liquid crystal display (LCD) is based on In Focus Systems’ patented Triple Super Twist Nematic (TSTN performance business, CAD and imaging applications that demand high resolution and exceptional color quality.

  • Page 11: Compatibility

    Introduction Compatibility The LitePro 760 is compatible with a wide variety of computers including: • IBM-compatible desktop and laptop systems in VGA, SVGA, XGA and VESA modes • IBM PS/2 in VGA and MCGA modes. • most Macintosh systems, including PowerBook, Mac II, Performa, Quadra and PowerMac •...

  • Page 12: Usage Guidelines

    Usage Guidelines • The back of the LitePro can be very hot to the touch after use. Use extreme care or let it cool before lifting it. • Do not block the grills at the back of the LitePro. Restricting the air flow through the LitePro can cause it to overheat and turn off.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Litepro 760

    • The projector must be within 6 feet of your power source. • The projector must be within 6 feet of the computer. • If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the Ceiling Mount Installation Guide for recommendations. (The Ceiling Mount Kit is sold separately.)

  • Page 15: Image Size

    On the Y-shaped LitePro cable that was shipped with the projec- tor, locate the end that says “LCD.” Connect it to the “Computer” connector on the projector as shown below. Make sure your computer and monitor are turned off. IMAGE SIZE The distance from the LitePro’s lens to the screen determines the size of the projected image as...

  • Page 16: Connecting Your Computer

    Connecting your Computer To connect the projector to your computer, refer to the table below. Follow the procedure that corresponds to your computer. If Your Computer is: Sun SPARCstation SGI Indy and Indigo Intergraph 2400 or 6400 workstation Color NeXTstation...
  • Page 17 Connecting the LitePro 760 Connecting a Sun, SGI, Intergraph or NeXT Workstation Follow this procedure if your computer is a Sun SPARCstation, SGI Indigo or Indy, Intergraph 2400 or 6400, or color NeXTstation. Locate your monitor cable; it connects the monitor to the com- puter.
  • Page 18 Connecting the LitePro 760 LitePro 760 User’s Guide...
  • Page 19 Connecting the LitePro 760 Connecting an HP, DEC or IBM Workstation or Tektronix X Terminal Follow this procedure if your computer is an HP workstation or X terminal, an IBM RS6000/220, a DEC VAXstation or DECstation 3100 or a Tektronix X terminal. Locate your monitor cable;...
  • Page 20 Connecting an IBM-Compatible Desktop Computer or SGI Starter1 Follow this procedure if your computer is an IBM-compatible desktop computer, IBM PS/2, IBM 90/XGA, IBM 95/XGA or SGI Starter 1. Locate your monitor cable; it connects the monitor to the com- puter.
  • Page 21 Connecting the LitePro 760 Connecting a Macintosh Follow this procedure if your computer is a Mac II or any Mac with a separate monitor. Locate your monitor cable; it connects the monitor to the com- puter. Unplug it from the computer. Remember where you unplugged the cable from the computer, you will plug the LitePro cable into this same connector in the next step.
  • Page 22 Connecting an IBM-Compatible Laptop Computer or SPARCbook Follow this procedure if your computer is an IBM-compatible laptop or Tadpole SPARCBook. Attach the “Computer” end of the LitePro cable to the graphics connector on the computer. Tighten the thumb screws on the connectors to ensure proper grounding.
  • Page 23 Connecting the LitePro 760 Connecting a Macintosh PowerBook You’ll need an Apple PowerBook video-out cable to use the LitePro with a PowerBook. Attach the video-out cable to the PowerBook. Attach one of the Mac adapters to the “Computer” end of the LitePro cable.

  • Page 24: Powering Up The Litepro

    Powering Up the LitePro Turn on the projector by pressing the “|” side of the power switch on the side of the projector. • After about 5 seconds, the projector test pattern appears. (If it does not, refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 35. If you are using an IBM-compatible laptop computer, refer to the Appendix for monitor re-activation commands.)

  • Page 26: Using The Litepro 760

    Using the LitePro 760 This section describes how to use the LitePro 760, including these operations. • If the image is not completely displayed, adjust the height of the LitePro (page 18) or use the arrow buttons to center the image (page 19).

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Height

    If the projected image seems wider at the bottom than at the top, extend the elevator foot until the distortion is corrected. To raise the LitePro: Raise the front of the projector off the table by lifting up on the handle. Press the quick-release button (just inside the handle). The eleva- tor foot releases.

  • Page 28: Reference To The Remote Control Buttons

    LitePro 760 User’s Guide bold menu , the LitePro menu appears at the top of the menu again to remove the menu. When you remove the standby , the projector turns off its lamp to conserve Using the LitePro 760...
  • Page 29 Using the LitePro 760 The arrow buttons are auto-repeating; they repeat their function as long as you hold down the button. contrast Adjust the contrast if the white areas of the projected image do not appear to be solid white. To increase the contrast, press the button.

  • Page 30: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu The LitePro 760’s on-screen menu allows you to adjust the individual colors in the projected image and change the following settings: • language of the menu • rear projection mode • color inversion Each of the menu functions is described on the following pages in “Menu Functions”.

  • Page 31: Menu Functions

    Using the LitePro 760 Technical Information The left side of the menu contains information about the state of the LitePro. If you need to call In Focus Technical Support for assistance, they may need to know these values. Track • The current track setting.
  • Page 32 Track The Track function adjusts the LitePro 760’s internal clock to match the signal from your computer. The projector usually adjusts the tracking automatically when you connect your computer. However, if the display shows evenly spaced, fuzzy, vertical lines or if the projected image is too wide or too narrow for the screen, you might be able to improve the image by adjusting the tracking manually.

  • Page 33: Switching Projection Lamps

    The average lamp life is 50 hours per lamp. To switch from the active lamp to the spare lamp: • Gently slide the lamp changer knob to the other side of the projector as shown here. • brightness • sync • colors •...
  • Page 34 Using the LitePro 760 When switching lamps, be careful not to touch the exhaust grill on the door. This area is very hot when the projector is operating. Do not switch the lamp changer back and forth rapidly. This can damage the lamp filaments and shorten the life of the lamp.

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section describes: • how to clean the lens, • how to replace the projection lamps, • how to replace the batteries in the remote control, and • how to replace the fuse. Opening the case will expose you to electric shock hazard. serviceable parts inside! If you are having problems with your LitePro, refer to the “Troubleshooting”...

  • Page 37: Replacing The Projection Lamps

    Maintenance Replacing the Projection Lamps When a lamp fails, be sure to replace it with another EVD bulb (36 volt, 400 watt) from General Electric or OSRAM. These bulbs provide the best performance and longest bulb life. You can order replacement lamps from In Focus. Refer to “Accessories”...
  • Page 38 Using the cloth, unplug the old bulb from its socket as shown below. Be very careful not to touch surfaces that may still be hot. Do not touch the bulbs with your bare fingers. Always hold them with their plastic bag or a clean cloth. The natural oil on your skin concentrates the heat and may Keeping it in its plastic bag, remove one of the replacement bulbs from the box.

  • Page 39: Replacing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Maintenance Bulb Guard Your LitePro is equipped with a bulb life detection system called Bulb Guard. When the operating bulb is near the end of its life or has become degraded, Bulb Guard causes the lamp to blink. When this happens, switch to the spare lamp.

  • Page 40: Replacing The Fuse

    Replacing the Fuse A power line surge or spike can blow the power supply fuse and cause the LitePro to stop working. If this happens, you’ll need to replace the fuse. Use only the specified power supply fuse. Using a different The correct fuse for your LitePro depends on the power line voltage in the country where you are operating the LitePro.
  • Page 41 Maintenance Using a small coin or a flat blade screwdriver, turn the fuse holder a quarter turn in the clockwise direction. Pull the fuse holder out of the LitePro. Remove the blown fuse from the fuse holder. Push the new fuse into the clips of the holder until it is securely seated.
  • Page 42 Place the fuse holder back in the LitePro. 10. Using the same tool you used in step 5, turn the fuse holder a quarter turn counter-clockwise. 11. Plug the power cord back in. 12. Press the “|” side of the power switch to turn the LitePro back on.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting serviceable parts inside. If you are having problems with your LitePro, read through this section of this manual. Call In Focus Technical Support if necessary. They will refer you to an In Focus Authorized Service Provider. Before You Call for Assistance Before calling your dealer for assistance, follow these steps in this order to make sure everything is properly connected.

  • Page 45: Solutions To Common Problems

    Solutions to Common Problems Problem: Nothing on screen • Is the projector switched on? The “|” side of the power switch should be pressed. Refer to the figures on pages 8 through 14 for the location of the power switch.
  • Page 46 Problem: Image is not centered on the screen • Use the arrow buttons on the remote to center the image. (The menu must be off when you re-position the image. When the menu is displayed, the arrow buttons have a different function.) Refer to “arrow buttons”...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting Problem: Image and menus are reversed left to right • Rear projection mode is probably set. To switch back to forward projection: Press the Select “Rear Projection”. Press the up or down button to switch back to forward projection. Press Problem: LitePro displays vertical lines, “bleeding”...

  • Page 48: Appendix

    Appendix Compatibility and Cabling The following table lists the computers that the LitePro 760 was compatible with when this manual was written. The “Adapter” column on the right lists the adapter set you should use with the computer. System IBM VGA 256 colors IBM VGA graphics IBM text Super VGA extended...
  • Page 49 Appendix System Mac with SuperMac 21” two-page monitor Mac with Radius 21” Actual Size monitor Mac with Radius Precision Color/20 Two-Page monitor Mac with Radius Precision Color/20 Actual Size monitor Mac with Radius Precision Color/20 16” mode monitor Mac with Radius Precision Color/19 Actual Size monitor Mac with RasterOps 21”...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Specifications Projection Lamps Type Life Fuse 100 to 120V nominal line 220 to 240V nominal line Input Power Requirements 100 to 240 VAC, 7.2A to 2500 mA, 50 to 60 Hz. Remote Control Battery Range Optical Brightness Uniformity Projection Range LitePro 760 User’s Guide 400 watt tungsten halogen, ANSI EVD type bulbs - manufactured by OSRAM, part...
  • Page 51 Appendix Temperature Operating Non-operating Altitude Operating Non-operating Humidity Operating and non-operating Dimensions LitePro 760 Weight Unpacked As shipped * Maximum operating temperature depends on altitude. At 8,000ft, the maximum temperature is 31°C. At 9,000ft (2743m), the maximum temperature is 30°C. At 10,000ft (3048m), the maximum temperature is 29°C.

  • Page 52: Accessories

    Accessories Contact your In Focus dealer to order. Refer to the In Focus Accessories Catalog for additional items. Standard Accessories (ship with LitePro) Read Me First card LitePro 760 User’s Guide Soft Carry Case Shipping Box LitePro Cable (VGA cable) Projection Lamp, 36V, 400W Mac Adapters (set of 2) BNC Adapters (2)

  • Page 53: Cable Connector Pin Assignments

    Appendix Cable Connector Pin Assignments The Y-shaped LitePro cable that shipped with your LitePro has three connectors, they are labeled “Monitor”, “Computer” and “LCD.” The pin assignments for these connectors are listed here. “LCD” Connector The end of the LitePro cable that plugs into the LitePro itself is a male 26-pin D-style connector.
  • Page 54 “Monitor” and “Computer” Connectors The pin assignments are the same for the “Monitor” and “Computer” connectors. The “Monitor” connector is a female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector. The “Computer” connector is a male video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector. The table below lists the pin assignments for both connectors.

  • Page 55: Portable And Laptop Activation Chart

    Appendix Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Most laptop computers de-activate their built-in monitors when a second display device is connected. The following chart lists the commands that re-activate the laptop’s monitor. If your computer is not listed here, refer to the computer’s documentation. Computer Acer Austin...
  • Page 56 Computer Gateway 2000 Grid* ** Hyundai IBM 970 IBM ThinkPad Kris Tech** Mac Portable Mac PowerBook 140, 145, 170 160, 165, 180, 250 Mastersport Micro Express Microslave Mitsubishi NEC* Packard Bell* Panasonic Samsung Sanyo Sharp SPARC-Dataview Tandy* ** Texas Instruments Top-Link* ** Toshiba* ** 4500...
  • Page 57 Appendix Computer Wyse Zenith These manufacturers have other models that automatically send video to the external CRT port when some type of display device is attached. ** These manufacturers offer more than one key command depending on the computer model. Key command to Key command to activate port...

  • Page 58: Index

    BNC 1, 2, 10 for specific computers 2, 7, 39 Macintosh 1, 2, 12, 14 ordering spares 43 shipped with panel 2 shipped with projector 2 air movement inside unit 3 altitude limits 42 Apple, see Macintosh arrow buttons re-positioning image 19...
  • Page 59 Index height of LitePro 18 HP workstation adapters 2 compatibility 39 connecting 10 humidity limits 42 IBM workstation adapters 10 compatibility 39 connecting 10 IBM-compatible personal computers compatibility 2, 39 desktop, connecting 11 laptop, connecting 13 image blinks 21, 30 colors don’t match monitor’s colors 38 flashes off and on 30 focusing 17...
  • Page 60 Macintosh adapters 1, 2, 12, 14 Classic 2 compatibility 2, 39 connecting to LitePro 12 Performa 2 PowerBook 2, 14 PowerMac 2 Quadra 2 video-out cable 14 MCGA graphics 2 menu adjusting functions 21 change language of 23 description of functions 22 displaying 19, 21 removing 19 selecting functions 21...
  • Page 61 Index Tadpole SPARCbook, connecting 13 Technical Support diagnostic information 22 in Europe 3 in USA 3 information to have on hand before you call 36 things to try before you call 35 Tektronix X terminal adapters 2 connecting 10 temperature limits 41 test pattern, won’t go away 37 text not visible 36 Track menu function 23...
  • Page 62 LIMITED WARRANTY In Focus Systems Inc. (“In Focus”) warrants that each LitePro 760 (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of In Focus. 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.
  • Page 63 Part Number 010-0086-00...

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