1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Ask Proxima Manuals
  4. Projector
  5. M1
  6. User manual

Ask Proxima M1 User Manual

Askproxima m1: user guide
Hide thumbs Also See for M1:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the M1 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Ask Proxima M1

Summary of Contents for Ask Proxima M1

  • Page 2 This entire user’s guide is available on the enclosed CD as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Norwe- gian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese. Before using this projector, please read these instructions. Le mode d'emploi complet est disponible sur le CD joint sous forme de fichier pdf d'Adobe Acrobat dans les langues suivantes : anglais, français, allemand, italien, norvégien, portugais, espagnol, russe, japonais, coréen, chinois traditionnel, chinois simplifié.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 27500 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that the projector conforms to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Connecting a computer Required computer connections Displaying a computer image First-time projector use with Windows 98 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...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Your new digital projector packs great performance into a shape and size customized for the mobile professional. It fits comfortably in your laptop bag then transitions easily into your presentation environment. It is easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain. projector lens cap* audio cable...

  • Page 7: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a computer Required computer connections Connect the black end of the computer cable to the Computer in connector on the projector. Connect the blue end to the video (VGA) port on your com- puter. If you are using a desktop computer with a single VGA port, you first need to disconnect the monitor from that computer’s video port.

  • Page 8: Displaying A Computer Image

    Displaying a computer image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is dis- played 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 the USB portion of the computer cable. The USB connection enables slide advance during presentations and projector control software. For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again.

  • 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. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. See page 38 for a table listing screen sizes and distances. Adjust the zoom tab or the focus dial by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced.

  • Page 12: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device Standard video connections Plug the S-video cable’s connector into the S-video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other connector into the S-Video connector on the projector. Plug the white connector of the audio adapter into the left audio out con- nector on the video device and plug the 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. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is dis- played and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
  • Page 14 Adjust the zoom using the tab or the focus using the dial by rotating them until the desired image size and sharpness are produced. adjust zoom and focus zoom focus adjust keystone If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the key- pad.

  • Page 15: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector By default, the projector automatically displays a blank screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This blank screen helps preserve the life of the projector. 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 press the power button. Remove lens cap. source Press the Source 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 on the following page Computer image projected...
  • Page 18 Image fuzzy or cropped Remote control not advancing PowerPoint slides 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 6), then load USB drivers, if needed (page 8) Check batteries in remote Image clear and not cropped...
  • Page 19 Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Edges of video 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 reversed left to right Video image “torn” and fragmented A A B B Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Change Video Standard in Picture>Advanced menu Correct image Correct image Correct image...
  • Page 21 Projected colors don’t match source COLOR Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinks Adjust color temperature, color space, color control, brightness, and contrast in the Picture and Advanced menus. Also, adjust color and tint (video sources only). Make sure vents aren’t blocked;...
  • Page 22 Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) blinks Image not centered on screen This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. An extended war- ranty plan may be purchased from your dealer. When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit in its original packing mate- rial, or having a professional packaging company pack the unit for ship- ping.

  • Page 23: 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 14). menu–displays the on-screen menus (page 27). select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 27). up/down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 27).

  • 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. 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 regarding menu usage, 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. (The menus auto- matically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to highlight 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, film images, and video images. (Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material Presets originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event.) You can use the preset as a starting point, then further customize the set- tings for each source.

  • Page 31: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Color Space: (computer sources only) allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard.

  • Page 32: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Audio: allows volume adjustments. You can also adjust volume from the keypad. allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key Sources when using certain optional remotes. Also allows selection of a default Power-up Source and enables or disables Autosource. When Autosource is not checked, the projector defaults to the source selected in Power-up Source.
  • 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 default is 30 minutes). The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed.
  • Page 34 Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display of menus and messages. Language Service: to use these features, highlight them and press Select. Service menu Factory Reset: restores all settings (except Lamp Hours) to their default after displaying a confirmation dialog box. Lamp Reset: resets the lamp hours counter in the About menu to zero after displaying a confirmation dialog box.

  • 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. Fifty hours before the specified end of the lamp’s life, the message “Change lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup. After 50 additional hours, the lamp will no longer light.
  • Page 37 Pinch the lamp cable’s connector tabs to release the catch while pulling firmly on the connector to unplug the lamp. WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. •...

  • Page 38: Appendix

    Appendix Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Part Number Protective Sleeve 110-0694-xx Accessory Pouch 110-0693-xx Shipping Box (with packaging) 110-0696-xx Computer Cable 6.6 ft (2 m) SP-DVI-A S-Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) 210-0125-xx S-video to RCA Adapter 515-0027-xx Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) 210-0118-xx Audio Cable Adapter...

  • Page 39: Red Led Behavior And Projector Errors

    Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors If the projector is not functioning properly and the red LED is blinking, con- sult Table 2 to determine a possible cause. There are two second pauses between the blinking cycles. Visit our website for more details on the red LED error codes.
  • Page 40 About 32 accessories 5, 37 activation commands for laptops 7 Advanced menu 30 advancing slides 6 Aspect Ratio 32 audio 24 audio adapter 11 Audio In connector 6, 11 audio volume 13 Auto Image 22, 32 Auto Power 31 Blank Screen 32 blinking green 14 blinking red 14 Brightness 10, 28...
  • Page 41 Main menu 27 menu system 27 Mute 32 no computer image 16 no startup screen 15 only startup screen appears 15 optional accessories 37 Overscan 30 Phase 30 Picture menu 28 Power button 12 power cable 6, 11 Power Save 31 Power-up Source 31 presentation features 25 Presets 29...
  • Page 42 Limited Warranty InFocus Corporation (“InFocus”) warrants that the Projector (“Product”) purchased from InFocus, an InFocus distributor, or an InFocus reseller will conform to the man- ufacturer's specifications and be free from defects in material or workmanship for the Warranty period provided below. InFocus does not warrant that the Product will meet the specific requirements of the end-user customer.
  • Page 43 Limited Warranty Period The Limited Warranty period commences on the date of purchase by the end-user customer for both the 2 year Product Warranty and the 1 year Accessory Warranty. These Limited Warranty provisions shall apply only to the end-user purchaser (first person or entity that purchased a new Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution or resale).

  • Page 44: If You Need Assistance

    Many resources are available on our website at www.askprojectors.com. Here’s a sample: • product data sheet at www.askprojectors.com/M1 • technical specifications, an interactive image size calculator, laptop activation commands, connector pin outs, command line interface (CLI) and a glossary at www.askprojectors.com/support...
  • Page 45 InFocus Corporation 27700B SW Parkway Avenue Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-9215 1-800-294-6400 • 503-685-8888 Fax: 503-685-8887 http://www.infocus.com In Europe: InFocus International B.V. Strawinskylaan 585 1077 XX Amsterdam,The Netherlands Phone: +31 20 579 2000 Fax: +31 20 579 2999 In Asia: 238A Thomson Road #18-01/04 Novena Square Singapore 307684 Telephone: (65) 6334-9005...

Table of Contents