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  • Page 2 UL, CUL, TUV Other specific Country Approvals may apply, please see product certification label. This user’s guide applies to models W360: IN35, C250, IN35W, C250W, IN37, C315. InFocus reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Connecting a computer Required computer connections Displaying a computer image Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Displaying a video image Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup Using the keypad buttons Using the remote control Using the audio Optimizing computer images Presentation features...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    BrilliantColor ™ easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain. The C250 and C315 have XGA 1024x768 resolution while the C250W has WXGA 1280x800 resolution. Product specifications To read the latest specifications on your multimedia projector, be sure to visit our website at www.infocus.com, as specifications are subject to...
  • Page 5 Connector Panel The projector provides computer and video connectors: • one M1-D/A (HD, DVI, and computer) • one VESA (HD, HD component, and computer) • one VESA (monitor out) • one S-video • one composite RCA video • one audio in/one audio out It also has an RJ-45 connector for serial control.

  • 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 are using a desktop computer and want to see the image on your connect monitor cable computer screen as well as on the projection screen, plug the monitor cable to the Monitor Out connector on the projector. connect VESA cable If you prefer connecting your projector to your computer 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-...

  • 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 Power light on the Status Indicator Panel (page 12) blinks green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the Power light is steady green.

  • Page 9: 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 (located at the bottom back right corner), if neces- sary. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen, so that the lens is perpendicular to the screen.

  • Page 10: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device connect S-video and audio cables No video or audio cables are included with your projector. If the video device uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, plug an S-video cable into that connector on the video device and into the Video 2 connector on the projector.

  • Page 11: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a video image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. The Power light on the Status Indicator Panel (page 12) blinks green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the Power light is steady green.
  • Page 12 Adjust the zoom or focus rings by rotating them until the desired image size and focus are produced. If the image is not square, adjust the vertical keystone using the buttons on the keypad. 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 13: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector Turning off the projector To turn off the projector, press the Power button and verify that you want to turn the projector off by pressing the Power button again within 3 seconds. You can cancel the shutdown by not pressing the Power button a second time.
  • Page 14 Source Troubleshooting Problem No startup screen Only startup screen appears Solution Plug power cable in, press Power button. Remove lens cap. Press the Source button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop Result Correct image Computer image projected...
  • Page 15 No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” For PC: Image fuzzy or cropped 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 16 For Macintosh: Image fuzzy or cropped Only my laptop’s background appears, not the Desktop icons Set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Apple menu>System Preferences>Displays, choose 1024x768) Disable “Extend my Windows Desktop” in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Display 2 (location varies by operating system) Uncheck this option, then...
  • Page 17 The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation does not play on the screen Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Image not sharp Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop Solution Adjust keystone on keypad or Picture menu Adjust the focus lens or Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Embedded video plays correctly Result...
  • Page 18 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 19 Projected colors don’t match source COLOR Image not centered on screen Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height zoom Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Correct image COLOR Correct image...
  • Page 20 Lamp won’t turn on, Temperature light is on Temperature light “Change lamp” message appears at startup, lamp won’t turn on, Lamp light is turned on Lamp light Still having problems? If you need assistance, visit the Service and Support section of our website or call us.

  • Page 21: 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 7) and off (page 12). menu–opens the on-screen menus (page 24). select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 24). up/down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 24).

  • Page 22: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the bat- teries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. Caution: When replacing the batteries, be aware that using batteries other than the type provided with the projector may risk severe damage to the remote.

  • Page 23: 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. To adjust the balance or turn off the projector’s chime, use the Audio menu (see page 28).

  • Page 24: 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 24. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. •...

  • Page 25: 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 26: Picture Menu

    Picture menu To adjust the following six settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm the changes. decreasing keystone increasing keystone Keystone Vertical: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad.
  • Page 27 Presets: Presets are provided that optimize the projector for displaying computer presentations and video images in different lighting conditions and on different backgrounds. There are also user-definable presets. To set a preset for the current source, adjust the image, select Save Settings in the Presets menu, then select Save Presets User 1 (or 2 or 3).
  • Page 28 Advanced settings The following 4 options are for computer and component sources only. Phase: adjusts the horizontal phase of a computer source. Tracking: adjusts the vertical scan of a computer source. Horizontal/Vertical Position: adjusts the position of a computer source. Sync Threshold Adjust: (enhanced and high definition sources only) If a hardware device, such as a DVD player, is not syncing properly with the projector, select this option to help it sync.

  • Page 29: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to the volume and balance, and turns the projec- tor’s startup Chime on and off. Audio Sources allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key when using an optional remote. Also allows selection of a default Power-up Settings Source and enables or disables Autosource.
  • Page 30 PC Screen Saver Off: prevents your computer from going into Screen Save mode. This feature is only available if the USB portion of the computer cable is connected to your computer (page 5). Power Save: automatically turns the lamp off after no signals are detected for 20 minutes.
  • Page 31 Custom Key (for use with optional remote only): allows you to assign a dif- ferent function to the Custom 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 32 PIN feature The PIN (personal identification number) feature allows you to password protect your projector. Once you enable the PIN feature, you must enter the PIN before you can project an image. To use this feature, you must register your projector at www.infocus.com/ register and follow the instructions there to get a default PIN.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    Replacing the projection lamp The lamp hour timer in the Service Info menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. Twenty hours before the specified end of the lamp’s life, the message “Replace lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup.
  • Page 35 • Be extremely careful when removing the lamp housing. In the unlikely event that the lamp ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated. The lamp module is designed to contain most of these fragments, but use caution when removing it. Before replacing a ruptured lamp, clean the lamp compartment and dispose of cleaning materials.

  • Page 36: Appendix

    Appendix Projected image size Table 2: Image sizes for XGA Minimum Maximum Distance Diagonal Diagonal to screen (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) 5/1.5 2.75/0.83 3.4/1.02 10/3 5.5/1.65 6.8/2.04 15/4.6 8.25/2.53 10.2/3.13 20/6.1 11/3.36 13.6/4.15 30/9.1 16.5/5.01 20.4/6.19 32.8/10 18.0/5.5 22.3/6.8 NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator. Minimum Maximum Distance...
  • Page 37 INDEX Advanced setting 27 Aspect Ratio 25, 30 audio 22 Audio In connector 5, 9 audio volume 11 audio, troubleshooting 22 Auto Power 28 Autosource 28 Blank screen 29 Brightness 8 BrilliantColor 27 Ceiling 28 cleaning the lens 32 Color 11, 25 Color Control 27 Color Space 27 Color Temperature 27...
  • Page 38 lock, security 32 Low Power 28 Macintosh troubleshooting 15 Main menu 24 menu system 24 Monitor connector 6 no computer image 14 no startup screen 13 only startup screen appears 13 onscreen menus 24 Overscan 27 password-protecting the projector 31 PC Screen Saver 29 personal identification number 31 Picture menu 25...

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