Ask Proxima Impression 8300 User Manual

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QUICK SET UP
SVGA DLP PROJECTOR
SETTING UP
POWER OFF (1)
Switch off all equipment before
connecting.
COMPUTER (2)
Connect the computer to the
COMPUTER input using the SVGA
cable and applicable computer and
monitor adapters if needed.
VIDEO (3)
Connect video, using the AV cable,
to the VIDEO and SOUND inputs.
Use a SCART adapter if
necessary.
MOUSE (4)
Connect the mouse cable to the
MOUSE connector of the projector.
Use an applicable mouse adapter
at the computer end.
MAINS (5)
Connect the power cords to the
various equipment.
POWER ON (6)
First switch on the projector, then
the source equipment to facilitate
correct recognition of the projector
as a peripheral unit to the
computer.
USE
ZOOM , FOCUS AND POSITION
Zoom the lens for image size desired,
focus the lens for an optically sharp
image and tilt the unit using the
integral adjustable feet to position the
image on screen.
WIDTH
Invoke the menu and select SETUP,
then FREQUENCY. Use a patterned
background and adjust until the
pattern is stable all over the screen.
STABILITY
In SETUP, select TUNE to stabilize
the image.
SCALING
If desired, press the SCALE button to
fit the image to the full screen.
POSITION
In SETUP, select POSITION to fit the
image within the screen borders.
CONTRAST AND BRIGHTNESS
Adjust CONTRAST and
BRIGHTNESS as preferred.
COLOR , TINT AND SHARPNESS
In the menu, select PICTURE, then
adjust COLOR, TINT (NTSC only)
and SHARPNESS as desired.
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 QUICK SET UP SVGA DLP PROJECTOR SETTING UP POWER OFF (1) Switch off all equipment before connecting. COMPUTER (2) Connect the computer to the COMPUTER input using the SVGA cable and applicable computer and monitor adapters if needed. VIDEO (3) Connect video, using the AV cable, to the VIDEO and SOUND inputs.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS ... 5 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 6 3 INTRODUCTION... 9 4 MAIN FEATURES ... 10 5 SUPPLIED MATERIAL ... 11 5.1 STANDARD MATERIAL ... 11 5.2 OPTIONAL MATERIAL ... 11 6 MAKING THE CONNECTIONS ... 12 7 IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS...
  • Page 4 USER GUIDE 11.8 TRADE SHOWS ... 33 11.9 SIMULATORS... 33 12 TROUBLE-SHOOTING ... 34 13 MAINTENANCE ... 36 13.1 GENERAL... 36 13.2 LAMP REPLACEMENT ... 37 13.3 THE REMOTE CONTROL... 38 14 TECHNICAL DATA... 39 14.1 GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITS ... 39 14.2 PROJECTOR UNIT...
  • Page 5: Symbol Descriptions

    USER GUIDE SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS DANGEROUS VOLTAGE This symbol indicates the presence of high voltages inside the product. High voltages may constitute electric shock and may be lethal. WARNING This symbol alerts the user of important operating, maintenance (servicing) and safety-related instructions. This symbol indicates hot surfaces, i.e.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    USER GUIDE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following list of instructions is provided to ensure safe and risk free use and operation of the projector. Failing to read and follow these instructions may void any warranties and may also cause personal injury and material damage.
  • Page 7 USER GUIDE 9. CEILING MOUNTING. When mounting the projector in the ceiling, always ensure that all screws, bolts and other fixing devices of the ceiling mount hardware are securely in place and tighten. Use only well dimensioned ceiling mounts specified for this projector and from a renowned supplier.
  • Page 8 USER GUIDE 15. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION. Precautions should be taken so that grounding or polarization of the projector is maintained. Do not use a three prong to a two prong adapter. 16. ELECTRICAL SHOCK. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit.
  • Page 9: Introduction

    USER GUIDE INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this state of the art SVGA full color projector! For long and lasting, safe and secure operation, please read this user guide, and follow the instructions given. Failing to do so may cause product failure that could void any warranties given, and in some cases be harmful and dangerous to people.
  • Page 10: 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 image Compact, light and portable User replaceable Metal Halide lamp True SVGA 800 x 600 resolution 640 x 480 to 1152 x 870 image compatibility 16.7 million colors Stereo sound...
  • Page 11: Supplied Material

    USER GUIDE SUPPLIED MATERIAL STANDARD MATERIAL A complete set includes the following components : LCD projector* A/V cable** SCART Adapter** SVGA Y-Split Cable MAC computer adapter MAC monitor adapter 7. Mouse Cable Soft Case (not shown in drawing) OPTIONAL MATERIAL Optional cables, adapters and accessories are available.
  • Page 12: Making The Connections

    USER GUIDE MAKING THE CONNECTIONS The projector may be connected in various ways to different equipment. The following sections describe in detail how to connect to these systems. See the illustration on the rear of the quick set-up card on how the various system parts connect together.
  • Page 13 USER GUIDE 3. VIDEO. Video connects through different interfaces, depending on the type of equipment and quality level of the video signal. COMPOSITE VIDEO. This is the most frequently used video connection. Use the AV cable (supplied) to connect between the yellow phono (also known as ‘...
  • Page 14 USER GUIDE branched adapter may not work. For this purpose, an optional straight serial adapter is available. PS/2. Use the PS/2 adapter that connects directly to your computer mouse port. Running the computer mouse in parallel is not possible, unless your computer itself has provision for two mice simultaneously.
  • Page 15: Image Adjustments

    USER GUIDE IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS This section will aid in adjusting a stable, flicker-free image for best viewing results. Use the remote control or the projector keypad to adjust settings, either directly or through the menu system. The following list aids in a trouble free set-up of the projector. Try using a patterned background (tiles, checkerboard pattern etc) when adjusting the image.
  • Page 16 USER GUIDE 2. SET FREQUENCY. The frequency controls the width of the image. A wrong frequency setting can be seen as equally spaced, vertical stripes or irregularities in the pattern displayed. Invoke the menu system, SET- UP, FREQUENCY and press ENTER. Adjust the value up or down using the trackball or keyboard cursor controls, observing that the amount of vertical stripes reduces, until the distortion is gone.
  • Page 17: Using The Projector

    USER GUIDE USING THE PROJECTOR The projector has a set of features and functions you should familiarize with in order to get the most out of using the unit. Further information is provided in the Your Projector in Detail section. REMOTE CONTROL The remote control is used to adjust the projector for the best possible image, either directly or through the menu system.
  • Page 18 USER GUIDE In the menu system, the trackball is used for navigation between the different alternatives, and when a function is selected, the trackball is used for adjustment of that function. The following table describes each key in detail. Some functions are memorized, while other functions are only momentary.
  • Page 19 USER GUIDE FUNCTION POINTER Applies a trackball controlled pointer to the screen. SCALE Selects between direct 1:1 mapping or scaling of images. Allows panning within oversized images using the trackball. TRACKBALL The trackball is mainly used to control the mouse pointer (if the mouse cable is attached properly).
  • Page 20: Projector Keyboard

    USER GUIDE PROJECTOR KEYBOARD The keypad on the projector gives access to all controls, either directly or through the menu system. ON/OFF CONTRAST BRIGHT ALARM RESET The following table describes each key in detail. For details on CONTR, BRIGHT, VOLUME & MENU see the remote control section above. FUNCTION ZOOM Zoom is used to obtain the desired screen size...
  • Page 21: The Menu System

    USER GUIDE INDICATOR FUNCTION ON/OFF NO LIGHT indicates that the unit is completely switched off by the mains switch GREEN indicates that the unit is operational YELLOW indicates that the unit is in standby mode (switched off using the remote control or the keypad) ALARM RED indicates lamp lifetime overdue.
  • Page 22: The Set-Up Menu Selections

    USER GUIDE 8.3.1 THE SET-UP MENU SELECTIONS ZOOM is used to obtain the desired screen size of the image at a given projection distance. FOCUS is adjusted until the image (pixels) becomes sharp on the screen. TUNE is used to stabilize the image. An untuned image can be seen as sideways instability or “...
  • Page 23: The Sound Selections

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR 8.3.3 THE SOUND SELECTIONS TREBLE controls the higher sound range. BASS controls the lower sound range . BALANCE controls the sound balance between the two stereo speakers. MONO must be selected if the audio source is not stereo, in order to get sound in both speakers.
  • Page 24: The Help Selections

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR 8.3.5 THE HELP SELECTIONS SOURCE INFO provides a status list of parameters relating to the source selected. ABOUT provides system information about the projector. It shows TOTAL TIME that the projector has been used since it was manufactured, LAMP LIFE TIME USED and SOFTWARE REVISION.
  • Page 25: Ceiling Mounting

    USER GUIDE CEILING MOUNTING The projector is prepared for ceiling mounting. As opposed to desktop use (most tables are approx. 80 cm tall, are flat and have a hard surface finish), ceilings vary in height and material. Also considerations must be made with respect to signal and power wiring.
  • Page 26: Wiring

    USER GUIDE After having mounted the projector in the ceiling, test if the holding force is sufficient by adding a load to the mount double the weight of the combined projector and mount. The mount should hold this extra weight with no sign of fatigue and with no sign of mounting screws loosening.
  • Page 27: Your Projector In Detail

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR 10 YOUR PROJECTOR IN DETAIL The projector is designed from the ground up to be a compact, durable, bright and versatile device that is suitable for use in various indoors projection applications. International mandatory regulations are employed, including the rigorous European CE and American UL and FCC standards that cover safety and radio interference issues.
  • Page 28: Slb - Small, Light And Bright

    USER GUIDE 10.1 SLB - SMALL, LIGHT AND BRIGHT The projector was designed to be the ultimate portable projector. The advanced, miniaturized optical design and the use of a relatively low power, high efficiency illumination system combined with optimalized electronics has yielded a very compact, lightweight projector. 10.2 DMD TECHNOLOGY The light valve technology employed in the projector is based on a small...
  • Page 29: Menu System

    USER GUIDE 10.5 MENU SYSTEM The menu system is designed so that it may be invoked and overlayed at any time with any image projected. When invoked, the menu system will not interrupt the display of the underlying image. The hierarchical design, with a main menu and sub-menus, provides a logical approach to access the various functions.
  • Page 30: Monochrome Mode

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR The projector is designed to operate at a wide temperature range and works well when ceiling mounted, even at high ambient temperatures. See the Technical Data section for temperature specification. The cooling system is temperature controlled, so that when operated on the desktop at normal temperature, the noise level is minimized due to a relaxed fan speed.
  • Page 31: Applications

    USER GUIDE 11 APPLICATIONS The projector is perfectly suited for a variety of different applications including portable use, work groups, teaching, training, home theatres, control rooms, product promotion, shows, simulators and more. 11.1 PORTABLE USE The projector is designed with portability in mind for the nomadic user. The footprint is small and the weight is low.
  • Page 32: Training

    USER GUIDE 11.4 TRAINING The projector is ideally suited for company training in various areas such as products, software, organisational and staff continued education. It is practical for this purpose to have a dedicated training room with good facilities for each individual in order to secure the attention of each person during the training session.
  • Page 33: Trade Shows

    USER GUIDE 11.8 TRADE SHOWS Many companies attend various trade shows throughout the year. In these situations, the key issue is to attract the attention of a large, continuously moving public. One or more units projecting your company message will help steering the crowd to your business.
  • Page 34: Trouble-Shooting

    USER GUIDE 12 TROUBLE-SHOOTING This is a checklist to help you pinpoint any problem that may arise. Check the symptoms carefully if you experience any problem. The cure may be at your fingertips! Always check that the ON/OFF indicator on the projector flashes when the a key on the remote control is pressed.
  • Page 35 USER GUIDE SYMPTOM SOLUTION The whole image appears to be unstable or misplaced Cooling fan is not working The remote control is not working The desktop mouse is not working If the image is scaled, press SCALE to return to the default mode.
  • Page 36: Maintenance

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR 13 MAINTENANCE The projector needs very little maintenance in order to function properly. 13.1 GENERAL Use a damp cloth to wipe off dust on the exterior. Clean the lens with a damp, non-abrasive cloth, using just water or a standard lens cleaning solution available from photographic dealers.
  • Page 37: Lamp Replacement

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR 13.2 LAMP REPLACEMENT The projector is using a custom metal halide lamp for illumination. The lamp is high pressure when hot (operating or immediately after switch-off). Lamp pressure is normal when cold. A lamp timer is available in the menu system under HELP, ABOUT, that may be used to track lamp operating time.
  • Page 38: The Remote Control

    USER GUIDE Insert a new lamp. Push the lamp holder all the way until it positively stops. Twist the handle on the small screw to lock the lamp holder. Fold the large handle and remount the lamp lid. Mount all the screws holding the lamp lid tightly.
  • Page 39: Technical Data

    USER GUIDE 14 TECHNICAL DATA The technical data given in this section was correct at the time of going to print, but may change without prior notice in order to improve product performance. This projector is designed for indoor use and should not be operated or stored in conditions outside the general environmental limits given in section below, as this may lead to permanent damage and will violate any warranties.
  • Page 40: Projector Unit

    USER GUIDE 14.2 PROJECTOR UNIT PROJECTOR DIMENSIONS PROJECTOR WEIGHT PROJECTION LENS ANTI-KEYSTONE CORRECTION PROJECTION LAMP IMAGE SIZE (DIAGONAL) PROJECTION DISTANCE DISPLAY COLOR RESOLUTION CONTRAST RATIO PIXEL RESOLUTION DEFECTIVE PIXELS VIDEO FREQUENCY HORIZONTAL SYNC VERTICAL SYNC NTSC SYSTEM PAL SYSTEM SECAM SYSTEM COMPUTER INPUT VIDEO INPUT S-VIDEO INPUT...
  • Page 41: Power Supply

    USER GUIDE 14.3 POWER SUPPLY DUAL VOLTAGE 14.4 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SIZE UNIT WEIGHT BATTERIES FUNCTIONAL RANGE COMPATIBILITY APPROVALS 14.5 COMPATIBILITY The projector is compatible with the interfaces and resolutions shown below, some of which are predefined. However since different varieties of these exist, a frequency adjustment may be needed.
  • Page 42: Projection Distances

    USER GUIDE 14.6 PROJECTION DISTANCES The following table shows the combinations of projection distances and screen sizes that are possible. MINIMUM WIDE DISTANCE 1.17m/ 46” DIAGONAL 1.04m/ 41” WIDTH 0.83m/ 33” HEIGHT 0.63m/ 25” TELE 1.02m/ 40” DISTANCE 0.60m/ 24” DIAGONAL 0.48m/ 19”...
  • Page 43: Connectors

    USER GUIDE 15 CONNECTORS The connector ports for the source equipment on the projector are located on the right hand-side (when facing) of the unit. The pinouts of all the connector ports is described in this section. Do not connect any devices or cables other than those supplied with the projector into the connector ports on the projector unit, even if the connector ports appear identical, as this voids any warranty and may cause permanent...
  • Page 44: Mouse

    USER GUIDE 15.2 MOUSE This port is used to relay mouse signals from the projector to the computer. 15.3 S-VIDEO This connector is used as S-VHS video input. 15.4 VIDEO This connector is used as composite video input. 15.5 AUDIO This connector is used for stereo sound line input and output.
  • Page 45: Environmental Handling

    USER GUIDE SVGA DLP PROJECTOR 16 ENVIRONMENTAL HANDLING Care has been taken in the manufacture of this projector so that environmental stress and pollution has been minimized. No CFCs are used during the manufacture of the unit. Where possible, recyclable materials have been used to minimize the environmental impact.
  • Page 46: Fcc Statement

    USER GUIDE 17 FCC STATEMENT This equipment complies 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.

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