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USER
GUIDE
IMPRESSION 750
Not the actual front page
801.170B
USG/750/AE-B
24.05.95

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    USER GUIDE IMPRESSION 750 Not the actual front page 801.170B USG/750/AE-B 24.05.95...
  • Page 2 USER GUIDE IMPRESSION 750...
  • Page 3: Lcd Projector

    USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 5 MAIN FEATURES ... 6 SUPPLIED MATERIAL... 7 OPTIONAL MATERIAL ... 7 SETTING UP THE LCD PROJECTOR ... 8 COMPUTER... 9 MOUSE... 10 AUDIO AND VIDEO... 12 USING THE LCD PROJECTOR ... 13 OPTICS...
  • Page 5 USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR This publication is printed on recycled paper. The information contained in this user guide is preliminary, and the products described herein are subject to change without prior notice. The symbols are used in this publication to indicate Warning and Note respectively.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR INTRODUCTION Congratulation on purchasing this state of the art LCD projector. The unit can be connected to most computer and video sources for the best projection results. The ability to display a multitude of colors simultaneously, makes it the ideal choice for presenting computer generated text and graphics, as well as displaying live video.
  • Page 7: Main Features

    USER GUIDE MAIN FEATURES The unit employs the following important features that in total provide you with a highly functional and powerful projector : - High brightness illumination system - PC, MAC and SVGA compatible - Built in NTSC/PAL/SECAM video interface - Correct PAL/SECAM aspect ratio - 16.7 million colors - BatMouse™...
  • Page 8: Supplied Material

    USER GUIDE SUPPLIED MATERIAL A complete set includes the following components : 1. LCD Projector 2. VGA-Cable 3. Cable-Adapt. MAC mon. 4. Cable-Adapt. MAC comp. 5. Mouse Cable 6. AV Cable OPTIONAL MATERIAL Optional cables and adapters are available for special computer sources. Consult your dealer for further information.
  • Page 9: Setting Up The Lcd Projector

    USER GUIDE SETTING UP THE LCD PROJECTOR Switch off all equipment before connecting the components. Be aware of static electricity that may build up, especially in the dry season and when operating on synthetic carpets. Discharge any static electricity by touching a metallic surface before you start.
  • Page 10: Computer

    USER GUIDE COMPUTER Connect the LCD projector, computer and monitor as show in the rear foldout page (see Connection Layout). Connect cable (2) between the LCD projector and the computer. Use the Y-split on the computer end to connect the monitor. If you have a Macintosh, EGA, CGA or NEC computer, insert applicable adapters (3) and (4) as described in the table below.
  • Page 11: Mouse

    USER GUIDE MOUSE See the rear foldout when setting up. Connect the mouse to the LCD projector using the appropriate adapter (5) as described in the table below. Then connect the adapter (5) to the mouse cable (1) at the computer end. Finally, connect the mouse cable (1) to the LCD projector.
  • Page 12 USER GUIDE USING THE BATMOUSE: STEP OPERATION Control mouse pointer directly with the cursor keys Press LEFT to activate (emulates the left mouse key) Press DRAG to tag an object, move it using the cursor keys, then press DRAG again (or wait 5 seconds) to release the object (Drag-and-Drop).
  • Page 13: Audio And Video

    USER GUIDE AUDIO AND VIDEO Connect the LCD projector to a video source as shown in the rear foldout. Use a TV set as a local video monitor if desired (the data monitor may not be used as a video monitor). Connect the AV cable (6) to the AUDIO and VIDEO connectors on the LCD projector.
  • Page 14: Using The Lcd Projector

    USER GUIDE USING THE LCD PROJECTOR The LCD projector has a set of connectors and controls that you need to know in order to operate the device correctly. OPTICS The projection lens is mounted in the front of the projector. The optical system is designed with a 12 degree keystone correction so that the projected image is shifted upwards on the wall.
  • Page 15: Remote Control

    USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR REMOTE CONTROL The infrared BatMouse remote control (RC) is the main user interface to the device. The RC is used to set the LCD projector correctly (to get the best possible viewing conditions) and to control the presentation. The figure shows the different keys of the BatMouse.
  • Page 16 USER GUIDE The 'MEM' column in the tables below indicates whether the setting is memorized for each source. A short-form description is outlined in the table below. For a detailed overview, please see the Features section. BATMOUSE KEYS : CONTROL FUNCTION CONTR Contrast (ratio between light and dark colors)
  • Page 17: Control Panel

    USER GUIDE CONTROL PANEL The control panel keyboard consists of a subset of the remote control keys. For a detailed overview, please see the Features section. CONTROL TUNE BRIGHT RESET LAMP CHANGER SPARE LAMP ON/OFF SPARE LAMP ON/OFF TUNE FUNCTION Adjusts the stability of the image Adjusts the brightness (whiteness) of the image Defaults to factory settings...
  • Page 18: Connectors

    USER GUIDE CONNECTORS All connectors are positioned on the left hand side of the LCD projector (seen from the rear). See the technical data section for pinouts of the various connectors. MOUSE COMPUTER Do not connect any other devices with similar plugs to the connectors of the LCD projector, as this voids any warranty and may cause permanent damage to the device.
  • Page 19: Features

    USER GUIDE FEATURES The LCD projector has a variety of different features implemented. This chapter explains each feature in detail. 7.1.1 INTELLIGENT SAFECOOL SYSTEM The fan operates as long as the LCD projector is switched on. This ensures a continuous protection against high temperature inside the projector.
  • Page 20 USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR Most settings are stored individually for each mode, including contrast, brightness, tune etc. See the remote control table in the Remote Control section.
  • Page 21 USER GUIDE 7.1.4 SVGA SVGA in 800x600 mode is compressed both horizontally and vertically to 640x480 resolution. This feature is convenient when displaying irregular images (like pictures, scanned images and coarse graphics). Regular images (patterns, text and fine line graphics) may look distorted due to the downsizing.
  • Page 22 USER GUIDE 7.1.10 MOUSE The remote control (RC) employs a unique mouse functionality that enables full mouse control of your PC, PS/2 or Macintosh computer. By default, the cursor keys of the remote control emulate the mouse. The LEFT and RIGHT keys emulate the left and right keys on a standard two-key mouse.
  • Page 23 USER GUIDE 7.1.14 FREEZE Press the FREEZE button on the RC to lock the image displayed. This feature is useful if you want to make changes locally on your computer that should not be presented to the audience. It is also useful for freezing live video images when showing video.
  • Page 24 USER GUIDE 7.1.22 S-VIDEO The S-VIDEO source is selected with this key. 7.1.23 VIDEO The composite video source is selected with this key. 7.1.24 The MIC key toggles the microphone input on and off. When on, the MIC is overlaid the AUDIO input (unless sound is muted). 7.1.25 MENU The menu system is invoked using the MENU key.
  • Page 25: Menu System

    USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR MENU SYSTEM The menu system was developed to gain access to functions not often used, as opposed to frequently used features that are directly available through the RC. Press the MENU key on the RC to invoke the menu system. When the menu is active, the cursor keys are used to navigate between options (and can therefore not be used for mouse control etc.
  • Page 26: The Setup Menu Selections

    USER GUIDE THE SETUP MENU SELECTIONS SETUP SOUND TUNE POSITION INVERSE FREQUENCY MAC LC LANGUAGE TIMER > OSD HIDE START/STOP ABOUT VISIBLE 8.1.1 TUNE This feature is used to stabilize the image. An untuned image can be seen as sideways instability or ‘ swimming’ . The TUNE function has no effect in VIDEO mode.
  • Page 27 USER GUIDE 8.1.5 MAC LC The MACII series of computers are equipped with slightly different graphic interfaces that need manual setup on the RC to work correctly. Default is the MACII standard interface of 640 x 480 resolution. Pressing the MAC key toggles between the MACII LC 640 x 480 mode and the standard mode.
  • Page 28: The Sound Selections

    USER GUIDE THE SOUND SELECTIONS SETUP SOUND MONO TREBLE BASS BALANCE 8.2.1 MONO Select MONO if the audio source is not stereo, in order to get sound in both speakers. 8.2.2 TREBLE Select TREBLE, then adjust using cursor keys. 8.2.3 BASS Select BASS, then adjust using cursor keys.
  • Page 29: The Picture Selections

    USER GUIDE THE PICTURE SELECTIONS SETUP SOUND 8.3.1 PALETTE Usually, the palette is set to display the maximum number of colors available, regardless of application. Some uses may however be better off with a reduced set of colors, or if special effects like 512 colors on live video is desired.
  • Page 30: Practical Hints And Tips

    USER GUIDE PRACTICAL HINTS AND TIPS This is a list of what to do when things go wrong. Check the symptoms carefully if you experience any problem. The cure may be at your hands! Always press the RESET key and observe that the LED on the LCD projector is flashing.
  • Page 31 USER GUIDE The cooling fan is not working - Is the unit switched on? - If the fan is defective, a safety system will shut down the lamp to avoid overheating. A return for repair is then necessary Text is not displayed correctly - Try to position the image horizontally - Check the MCGA setting in the menu The remote control is not working...
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    USER GUIDE 10 MAINTENANCE From time to time, the housing and lens may be cleaned with a damped, non abrasive cloth, possibly using a mild detergent to remove spots. Always be careful with the lens surface and use the lens cap for added protection when the projector is not in use.
  • Page 33: Fuse Replacement

    USER GUIDE 10.2 FUSE REPLACEMENT The mains fuse is located at the mains input, as an integral part of the connector and switch assembly. See the figure. A defective fuse may indicate a permanent electrical failure. If a new fuse breaks immediately, please return the unit for repair. Do not attempt to open the unit, as this will void any warranty and possibly cause injury.
  • Page 34: Technical Data

    USER GUIDE 12 TECHNICAL DATA The technical data may change without prior notice in order to improve the product performance. The LCD projector is designed for indoor use and should not be operated outside the general environmental limits, as this may lead to permanent damage and violation of any warranties.
  • Page 35 USER GUIDE 12.1.1 DISPLAY UNIT SIZE WEIGHT PROJECTION LENS ANTI KEYSTONE PROJECTION LAMP LCD CELL COLOR RESOLUTION RESPONSE TIME CONTRAST RATIO PIXEL RESOLUTION LCD DIAGONAL MOUSE COMPATIBILITY VIDEO FREQUENCY HORIZONTAL SYNC VERTICAL SYNC NTSC SYSTEM PAL SYSTEM SECAM SYSTEM COMPUTER INPUT VIDEO INPUT S-VIDEO INPUT AUDIO INPUT...
  • Page 36 USER GUIDE 12.1.2 REMOTE CONTROL Infrared wireless remote control. BATTERIES RANGE 12.1.3 COMPATIBILITY The unit is predefined for the following interfaces. In addition, the user can configure the projector for other interfaces with a total maximum of 40 definitions altogether (predefined and user defined). MODE V FREQ VGA, MCGA...
  • Page 37: Connectors

    USER GUIDE 13 CONNECTORS The pinouts of all external connectors are described. 13.1.1 MOUSE This connector is used for mouse control. 13.1.2 COMPUTER This connector relays all sync and data signals from the computer to the projector and back again to the CRT monitor. ANALOG R IN ANALOG G IN ANALOG B IN...
  • Page 38 USER GUIDE 13.1.3 S-VIDEO This connector is used as S-VHS video input. 13.1.4 VIDEO This connector is used as composite video input. PHONO / RCA FEMALE (FRONT VIEW) 13.1.5 AUDIO (COMPUTER, S-VIDEO, VIDEO) Three similar connectors are used for stereo sound line input for COMPUTER, S-VIDEO and VIDEO channels respectively 3.5 mm JACK...
  • Page 39: Fcc Statement

    USER GUIDE 14 FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class A limits may be attached to a computer that complies with Class A limits.
  • Page 40: Environmental Statement

    USER GUIDE 15 ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT This product is manufactured to minimize the stress and pollution of the surroundings. Where possible, recyclable materials are used. ITEM PACKAGING MECHANICS ELECTRONICS LCD MODULE RECYCLING / HANDLING Only recyclable materials are used Only recyclable plastics and metal is used. Metal parts are painted aluminium and steel.
  • Page 41: Service Information

    USER GUIDE 16 SERVICE INFORMATION In cases where a problem cannot be solved by the assistance of your dealer, please call the following number to get an RMA (Return Authorization Number) : +47 69 34 01 55 (Norway) To return the defective unit, package well (preferably using the original packaging material), enclose a copy of your sales receipt and a description of the problem you experience, and ship prepaid to : ASK AS...
  • Page 42 USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR...
  • Page 43: Connection Layout

    USER GUIDE LCD PROJECTOR 17 CONNECTION LAYOUT The foldout shows how to connect the LCD projector to the different audio, video and computer sources.

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