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BOXLIGHT XD-9m User Manual

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BOXLIGHT
19332 Powder Hill Place
Poulsbo, WA 98370-7407 USA
www.boxlight.com
USER'S GUIDE
XD-9m
Direct Phone :
USA and Canada: 800-762-5757
Outside the US: (360) 779-7901

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  • Page 1 BOXLIGHT XD-9m 19332 Powder Hill Place Poulsbo, WA 98370-7407 USA www.boxlight.com USER’S GUIDE Direct Phone : USA and Canada: 800-762-5757 Outside the US: (360) 779-7901...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2000 by Boxlight Poulsbo, Washington. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 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 4 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Boxlight 19332 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, Washington, USA We declare under our sole responsibility that the XD-9m projector conforms to the following directives and norms: Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMI: EN 55022 (1992) Class A...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    If You Need Assistance Warranty Setting up the Projector Connecting a Computer Connecting a Video Player Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image Turning Off the Projector Using the Projector Basic Image Adjustment Using the Remote Control Adjusting the Projector...
  • Page 7 Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size Index...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    (earth) ground terminal. Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser- • vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the fol- lowing page for the customer service contact information. Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings. •...
  • Page 9 Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in a • Boxlight-approved case; see page 39 for a list of cases. Important Operating Considerations Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb ruptur- ing, thoroughly clean the area behind the projector and discard any edible items placed in that area.

  • Page 10: Introduction

    The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain. Image Resolution The XGA resolution of the XD-9m’s projected image is 1024x768. The projector cannot compress screen resolutions above 1024x768. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than 1024x768, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector.
  • Page 11 NOTE: The contents of your shipping box may vary depending on the projector configuration you’ve ordered. IGURE Shipping box contents XD-9m projector + lens cap Soft carry case User’s Guide and Quick Start card Power cord Remote control M1-DA analog computer cable...

  • Page 12: Usage Guidelines

    Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is • turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes. Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow • can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on.

  • Page 13: If You Need Assistance

    If You Need Assistance The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 33. If this manual doesn’t answer your question, call Boxlight at 1-800-762-5757 360-779-7901. Warranty This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Projector

    SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface. The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power • source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer. If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set •...
  • Page 15 NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector is unplugged and your equipment is turned off. If you’ r e connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. composite S-video video...

  • Page 16: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a Computer The projector ships with an M1-DA analog computer cable. If your computer has a digital output, you can order the optional M1-DA digital computer cable. See “Optional Accessories” on page 39. 1 Plug the end of the M1-DA analog computer cable into the connector on the projector.
  • Page 17 NOTE: You do not need to restart your computer after connecting a USB mouse to use it (it is hot- pluggable). Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Plug the end of the M1-DA analog computer cable into the mouse connector on your computer.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Video Player

    Connecting the projector to a video player using the standard video cable (with com- posite video connector) and the audio cable and adapter on the projector (Figure 8). IGURE NOTE: HDTV sources are con- nected to the projector using the M1-DA computer cable.
  • Page 19 IGURE Connecting the projector to a video player using an S-video cable and the audio cable and adapter 4 Plug the audio adapter’s white connector into the left “audio out” connector on your video player. Plug the adapter’s red connector into the right “audio out”...

  • Page 20: Powering Up The Projector And Adjusting The Image

    Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. The fans start to run, and the Lamp LED on the top of the •...

  • Page 21: Turning Off The Projector

    See page 16 for details on the Lamp LED. Turning Off the Projector If you want to turn off the projector for a short period of time, press the button on the keypad or remote. This blanks the standby screen for fifteen minutes, but keeps the projector running.

  • Page 22: Using The Projector

    (page 15), adjust the height of the projector (page 15) or center the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position (page 23). Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen. 3 If the image is out of focus, rotate the focus lens (page 15).
  • Page 23 NOTE: If the remote is inactive for several minutes, it “sleeps” to conserve battery life. Press any button except the disk mouse to re-activate the remote. left mouse button (on underside of remote) IGURE Remote control Press anywhere on the edge of the disk mouse to move the cursor on the screen.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Projector

    (Figure 11). To raise the projector: 1 Press and hold the elevator button (Figure 11). 2 Raise the projector to the height you want, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. elevator button...

  • Page 25: Using The Keypad And Remote Buttons

    18. Source (keypad only) or Computer and Video (remote only) When you have more than one source (computer and video) con- nected to the projector, select between them by pressing the button on the keypad or the source the remote.
  • Page 26 , the display and audio turn off and a standby blank screen is displayed for 15 minutes. You can change the amount of time the projector stays in standby mode; see “Standby Time” on page 24 for details. If you press again within 15 minutes, the projector •...

  • Page 27: Using The On-Screen Menus

    Tracking is not available until Auto Image is turned off). Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has six drop-down menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustments aren’t available directly from the keypad.

  • Page 28: Display Menu

    Display Menu Display Audio Image > > Brightness Contrast Tint Color Sharpness Blank screen blue Reset all Brightness Adjusting the brightness changes the intensity of the image. Press the left navigation button to darken the image. • Press the right navigation button to lighten the image. •...

  • Page 29: Audio Menu

    • Blank Screen Blank Screen determines what color is displayed when there is no active source and when the projector is in standby. Click the left or right navigation button to toggle between blue and black. Reset All Click the left or right navigation button to reset all the options (except Language, Video Standard, Rear Projection, and Standby Time) in all the menus to their original settings.

  • Page 30: Image Menu

    This option is available for video sources only. Auto Image The projector automatically adjusts tracking, signal synchroniza- tion and vertical and horizontal position for most computers (Auto Image does not apply to video sources). If you want to...
  • Page 31 Manual Tracking The projector adjusts tracking automatically to match the video signal from 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, try turning on again.
  • Page 32 Horizontal position Follow these steps to manually adjust the horizontal position: 1 Turn Auto Image off. 2 Highlight Horizontal position, then press the left navigation button to move the image right or press the right navigation button to move the image left. Positioning adjustments are saved when you power off the pro- jector.

  • Page 33: Controls Menu

    This option lets you select how long the lamp stays on and the blank screen is displayed when the projector enters standby mode before the projector turns off. Select among instant, 1, 5, 10, 15 and 30 minutes and 1 and 2 hours by clicking the left or right navigation button and cycling through the options.
  • Page 34 The startup screen con- tains information on contacting Boxlight. Click the left or right navigation button to turn this feature off and display a plain...

  • Page 35: Language Menu

    Language Menu IGURE Language menu You can display the on-screen menus in English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese or Japanese. Move the cursor to the language you want, then click the left or • right navigation button. The menus redraw immediately. Status Menu This is a read-only window for informational purposes.
  • Page 36 Source Indicates the active source, Computer analog, Computer digital, or Video. Software version Indicates the projector’s software version. This information is useful when contacting Technical Support. Startup screen version Indicates the projector’s startup screen version. This information is useful when contacting Technical Support.

  • Page 38: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Replace the lamp when the brightness is no longer acceptable. You can order new lamp mod- ules from Boxlight. See “Accessories” on page 38 for information. Follow these steps to replace the projection lamp: 1 Turn off the projector by unplugging the power cord.
  • Page 39 The lamp module is designed to contain these fragments, but use caution when removing the lamp module. CAUTION: Never operate the projector with the lamp door open or removed. This disrupts the air flow and causes the projector to overheat. &...
  • Page 40 If the lamp door does not fit properly or bulges out, remove the door and re-seat the lamp module. 11 Plug in the power cord to turn the projector back on. 12 To reset the lamp hour counter in the Status window, press...

  • Page 41: Replacing The Batteries In The Remote Control

    5 Slide the battery cover back on the remote. Using the Security Lock The projector has a security connector for use with a PC Guardian Cable Lock System (Figure 23). See “Optional Accessories” on page 39 for ordering information. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Reposition the image using the software. Refer to “Horizontal • position” on page 23 and “Vertical position” on page 23. Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen. • Problem: Only the start-up screen displays Verify that the cables are connected correctly.
  • Page 43 • figured correctly. Make sure your computer has a compatible video board. The • projector isn’t CGA, EGA or SXGA compatible. If you’re using Windows 98: 1 Open “My Computer” icon, the Control Panel folder and then the Display icon.
  • Page 44 • tion off in the Controls menu. The image should immediately return to forward projection. See “Rear Projection” on page 24. Problem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or spots Adjust the brightness. See “Brightness” on page 19. • Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
  • Page 45 Make sure the vents are not blocked. • Before calling Boxlight for assistance, please have the following information available: the projector’s serial number (located on the bottom label) •...

  • Page 46: Appendix

    APPENDIX Specifications The XD-9m must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Temperature Operating 50 to 104 Non-operating -4 to 158 Humidity Operating and non-oper. 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 8.75 x 9.75 x 2.5 inches (22.2 x 24.8 x 6.4 cm) Weight 4.8 lbs.

  • Page 47: Accessories

    Computer Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Audio Adapter (RCA to 3.5mm) Executive Plus Remote Projection Lamp Module Lens Cap Power Cords (one ships with projector, type depends on country) North American Power Cord Australian Power Cord UK Power Cord European Power Cord...
  • Page 48 Optional Accessories XD-9m Deluxe Carry Case XD-9m Shipping Case (ATA approved) M1-DA Digital Computer Cable Macintosh Adaptor Full-Feature Laser Pro Remote Control GyroMouse RF Remote (US, Mexico, Canada, UK only) IR Remote Receiver PC Guardian Projector Cable Lock S-Video Cable 40”...

  • Page 49: Portable And Laptop Activation Chart

    Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their exter- nal video port when a projector is connected. Activation com- mands for some laptop computers are listed in the following table. (If your computer is not listed or the given command does not work, refer to the computer’s documentation for the appro-...
  • Page 50 Key command to Computer activate port Bondwell LCD or CRT options after bootup Chaplet** setup screen FN-F6 FN-F4 Chembook FN-F6 Commax Ctrl-Alt-#6 Compaq* ** Ctrl-Alt-< FN-F4 automatic mode/? (for setup option) Compuadd* ** automatic Alt-F for screen setup option Data General Ctrl-Alt-Command Data General 2 CRT/X at DOS prompt...
  • Page 51 Key command to Computer activate port Gateway FN-F3 FN-F1/FN-F1 again simul- taneous Grid* ** FN-F2, choose auto or simultaneous Ctrl-Alt-Tab Hitachi FN-F7 Honeywell FN-F10 Hyundai setup screen option IBM 970* automatic IBM ThinkPad** reboot, enter setup menu FN-F7, select choice from setup menu FN-F1, select choice FN-F5, select choice...
  • Page 52 Key command to Computer activate port Micro Express* automatic Micron FN-F2 Microslate* automatic Mitsubishi SW2 On-Off-Off-Off setup screen option NEC* ** setup screen option CRT at the DOS prompt FN-F3 Olivetti* automatic FN-O/* Packard Bell* ** FN-F0 Ctrl-Alt-< Panasonic FN-F2 Prostar Ctrl-Alt-S at bootup Samsung*...
  • Page 53 Key command to Computer activate port Wyse software driven Zenith** FN-F10 FN-F2 FN-F1 Zeos** Ctrl-Shift-D FN-F1 * These manufacturers have 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 depend- ing on the computer model.

  • Page 54: Using Video Mirroring With A Powerbook Computer

    If this happens, perform the following steps: 1 Turn off video mirroring. 2 Open the Monitors control panel. 3 Move the white menu bar to Monitor 2 to set the projector as the primary monitor. 4 Restart the PowerBook.

  • Page 55: Projected Image Size

    NOTE: Use the graph and tables to help you determine projected image sizes. Projected Image Size IGURE Projected image size Image Size, Width and Height for XD-9m-maximum image size Distance to Diagonal Screen (ft/m) (ft/m) 4.9/1,5 8/2,4 5.2/1.6 12/3,7 7.8/2.4 16/4,9 10.4/3.2...

  • Page 56: Index

    40 adjusting brightness 19 color 20 contrast 19 tint 19 volume 17, 20 adjusting the height of the projector 15 altitude limits 37 assistance. See Technical Support audio cable, connecting 8 Audio menu 20 Audio menu options Volume 20...
  • Page 57 Default Source 25 Display menu 19 Display menu options Blank Screen 20 Brightness 19 Color 20 Contrast 19 Reset All 20 Tint 19 Display Messages 25 Display Startup Screen 25 displaying on-screen menus 16 startup screen 25 status messages 25 elevator button/foot 15 fuzzy lines 22 HDTV 1, 9, 21...
  • Page 58 lamp ordering 38 replacing 29 turns off unexpectedly 36 lamp hour counter 27 Lamp on/off button 16 Language menu 26 language, selecting for menus 26 laptop computers activation sequence to allow secondary display 40 compatibility 7 connecting IBM-compatible 7 lens cap 38 cleaning 29 M1-DA analog computer cable 2, 6, 7...
  • Page 59 PowerBook 45 video resizing 21 video standards 24 Volume buttons 17 volume, adjusting 17, 20 widescreen video 22 XD-9m cases 38 project from behind the screen 24 setting up 5 specifications 37 turning off 12 turning on 11...

  • Page 60: Limited Warranty

    Boxlight or its authorized agents, causes other than from ordinary use or failure to properly use the Product in the application for which said Product is intended.
  • Page 61 FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUES OR LOST SAVINGS. THE PRICE STATED FOR THE PRODUCT IS A CONSIDERATION IN LIMITING BOXLIGHT’S LIABIL- ITY. NO ACTION, REGARDLESS OF FORM, ARISING OUT OF THE AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE THE PRODUCT MAY BE BROUGHT BY PURCHASER MORE THAN ONE YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION HAS ACCRUED.

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