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  • Page 1 CD-850m User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: B , 19332 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, Washington USA OXLIGHT We declare under our sole responsibility that the CD-850m projector conforms to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Vents are placed along the left and right sides of the CD-850m, as well as across the front of the projector. Do not use a non- approved ceiling mount. In the unlikely event of the lamp rupturing, dis- card any edible items placed in the surrounding area and thoroughly clean the area along the sides and in the front of the projector.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Your new digital projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to maintain and has XGA 1024x768 resolution. The projector comes in a carry case that offers ample room for B accessory items such as the projector remote, color-coded cables, and docu- mentation.

  • Page 5: Projector Components And Features

    Projector components and features remote control receiver (IR) air intake vent carrying zoom focus handle heat vent connectors remote control receiver (IR) leveling foot computer keypad 1 & 2 speakers remote control receiver (IR) elevator foot release power computer 1 connector &...

  • Page 6: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a computer Required computer connections Connect the black end of the computer cable to the Computer 1 connector on the projector. Connect the blue end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you first need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port.
  • Page 7 If you prefer connecting your computer to the projector with an optional VESA cable, connect one end of the cable to the VESA port on your com- puter, and connect the other end of the cable to the blue Computer 2 con- nector on the projector.

  • Page 8: Displaying A Computer Image

    Displaying a computer image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.

  • Page 9: 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 10 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.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- ton to extend the elevator foot. Rotate the leveling foot, if necessary. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.

  • Page 12: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device Standard video connections Plug the video cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Video con- nector on the projector. 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.

  • Page 13: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a video image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
  • Page 14 Adjust the zoom or focus rings by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced. If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the key- pad. Press the upper Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the lower Keystone button to reduce the lower part.

  • Page 15: Led Behavior And Meaning

    Shutting down the projector 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 pro- jector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed.
  • Page 16 Source troubleshooting Problem No startup screen Only startup screen appears Solution Plug power cable in and remove lens cap press power button Press the Computer button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop Result Correct image Computer image projected...
  • Page 17 No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” 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”...
  • Page 18 Image fuzzy or cropped Remote control not controlling my computer’s mouse Set your computer’s display resolution to 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 Connect computer cable (page 5), then, load USB drivers, if needed (page 8) video audio in...
  • Page 19 Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Edges of image distorted Image not sharp Solution Adjust keystone on keypad Turn Overscan on in the Picture>Advanced menu Adjust Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Result Square image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 20 Image does not fit 16:9 screen Image upside down Image reversed left to right Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Turn off Ceiling in Settings>System menu Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Correct image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 21 Video image “torn” and fragmented A A B B Projected colors don’t match source COLOR Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinks Change Video Standard in Picture>Advanced menu Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Make sure vents aren’t blocked;...
  • Page 22 Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinking Image not centered on screen Lamp must be replaced (page 35) Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height zoom adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Lamp turns on Correct image...

  • Page 23: Using The Keypad Buttons

    Regarding this projector For assistance, call B at 1-800-762-5757 or 1-360-779-7901. OXLIGHT This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. An extended war- ranty plan may be purchased from B OXLIGHT When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit in the carry case in its original packing material, or having a professional packaging company pack the unit with all accessories for shipping.

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AAA 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. To operate, point the remote at the projection screen or at the projector (not at the computer).

  • Page 25: Using The Audio

    Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con- nector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote. To mute the sound, press the Mute button. Troubleshooting audio If there is no sound, check the following: •...

  • Page 26: Optimizing Computer Images

    Optimizing computer images 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 gen- eral information on using the menus, see page 27. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. •...

  • Page 27: Optimizing Video Images

    Optimizing video images After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general informa- tion on using the menus, see page 27. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint in the Picture menu.

  • Page 28: Using The Menus

    Using the menus To open the menus, press the menu button on the keypad or 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 high- light the desired submenu, then press the Select button.

  • Page 29: Picture Menu

    Picture menu To adjust the following five settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm increasing keystone decreasing keystone the changes. Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad.
  • Page 30 Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying com- puter presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. (Film Presets 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- Save User Presets tomize the settings for each source.
  • Page 31 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 won’t appear in the menu for S-video or composite video sources).

  • Page 32: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to the sound Balance between speakers and speaker Volume. The Internal speakers and projector startup Chime can be turned on or off by placing or removing a check in the respective check- boxes. Sources>Power-up Source: this determines which source the projector checks first for active video during power-up.
  • Page 33 Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen with a black color after no sig- nals are detected for a preset number of 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.
  • Page 34 Network: The projector has an RJ45 Ethernet connector that supports net- work connections and TCP/IP protocols. This will allow for the control and management of the projector over a corporate network. The following fields are accessible when DHCP is not checked and available for manual entry of data.

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the lens 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. Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion.

  • Page 36: 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. After 1,980 hours, the message “Change lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup. When the timer reaches 2,000 hours, the lamp will no longer light.

  • Page 37: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    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 38: Using The Security Lock

    Using the security lock The projector has a security lock for use with a PC Guardian Cable Lock video audio in System. See “Accessories” on page 38 for ordering information. Refer to the computer 1 computer 2 s-video monitor out network information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it.

  • Page 39: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications ° Temperature Operating 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 ° Non-operating -4 to 158 F (-20 to 70 Altitude Operating 0 to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) Non-operating 0 to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters) Humidity Operating 10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Non-operating 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing 13.8 x 12.8 x 4.3”...

  • Page 40: Projected Image Size

    Portable Projector Stand Replacement Lamp Module Various RF Remotes NOTE: Use only approved accessories. Projected image size Table 2: Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size for CD-850m Diagonal Screen Size Image Width (inches/m) (inches/m) 40/1.0 32/0.8...
  • Page 41 Numerics 1024x768 resolution 3 About 32 altitude limits 38 Aspect Ratio 32 audio 24 Audio In connector 5, 11 audio volume 13 Auto Image 32 Auto Power 31 Blank 32 blinking green 14 blinking red 14 Brightness 10 cables optional 39 cleaning the lens 34 Color 13 colors are incorrect 20...
  • Page 42 lamp replacement 35 lamp won’t turn on 20, 21 Language 33 laptop external video port 7 blinking green 14 blinking red 20 solid green 14 solid red 21 LED behavior 14 Lens cleaning 34 leveling foot 10 Low Power 31 Main menu 27 menu system 27 Monitor connector 5...
  • Page 43 temperature limits 38 Tint 13 Troubleshooting 14, 15 USB, using your mouse 5 VESA port 6 Video button 12 video connections optional 11 standard 11 Video connector 11 video images optimizing 26 warranty 22 Windows 2000 9 Windows 98 8 Windows ME 9 Windows XP 9 XGA 3...
  • Page 44 LIMITED WARRANTY (“B ”) warrants that the CD-850m (“the Product”) sold hereunder OXLIGHT OXLIGHT will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of B . Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that pur-...
  • Page 45 CD-850m Boxlight 19332 Powder Hill Place Poulsbo, WA 98370-7407 USA www.boxlight.com U.S.A. and Canada 800-762-5757 International 360-779-7901 ™ BOXLIGHT CORPORA TION...

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