InFocus LP340B Manual

InFocus LP340B Manual

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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. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harm-
ful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Can-
ada.
Safety Certifications
UL, CUL, TÜV, NOM, IRAM
EN 55022 Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interfer-
ence, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The typ-
ical use is in a conference room, meeting room or auditorium.

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  • Page 1 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 2 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Olympia 1, NL-1213 NS Hilversum, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that the LP340B and LP350 projectors conform to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC...
  • Page 3: 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 4 Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size Index...
  • Page 5: 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 6 Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in • an InFocus-approved case; see page 43 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 7: Introduction

    Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology. They are easy to connect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain. The LP340B has native SVGA 800x600 resolution, the LP350 has XGA 1024x768 resolution. The user interfaces of the two products are identical except where noted;...
  • Page 8: Compatibility

    Unpacking the Projector The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to make sure all are included. Contact your InFocus dealer imme- diately if anything is missing. If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box.
  • Page 9 Projector + lens cap Soft carry case User’s Guide, quick start card and User Guide CD Power cord Remote control IGURE Shipping box contents Computer cable Audio cable adapter Audio cable Composite video cable...
  • Page 10: 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 11: If You Need Assistance

    FAQs, and support contacts including a technical support e-mail form. If those sources don’t answer your question, call your InFocus dealer. You can also call InFocus Customer Service directly at . Call between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday 1-800-799-9911 through Friday.
  • Page 13: 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 14 If you’ r e connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. NOTE: The CableWizard connector is used with the optional CableWizard, a connection hub containing mouse, audio, monitor and computer connectors.
  • Page 15: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a Computer The projector ships with an analog computer cable. If your com- puter has a digital output, you can order the optional digital com- puter cable for use with the LP350 only. 1 Plug the end of the computer cable with one cable into the connector on the projector.
  • Page 16 USB mouse to use it (it is hot- pluggable). Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote? 1 Plug the USB cable into the USB mouse connector on your computer. If your computer has a PS/2 mouse connector and...
  • Page 17: 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 must be...
  • Page 18 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 19: Powering Up The Projector And Adjusting The Image

    3 Press the Power button on the side of the projector. The fans start to run, the LED on the top of the projector • (Figure 12 on page 18) lights green, and the InFocus startup screen appears. It takes about one minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
  • Page 20: Turning Off The Projector

    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 21: Using The Projector

    (page 17), adjust the height of the projector (page 17) or center the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position (page 26). 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 17).
  • Page 22 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 23: Adjusting The Projector

    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. If necessary, turn the leveling knob at the rear of the projector to adjust the angle of the projected image.
  • Page 24: Using The Keypad And Remote Buttons

    “Using the On-Screen Menus” on page 20. 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 25 , 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 27 for details. The LED lights orange while the projector is in standby.
  • Page 26: Using The On-Screen Menus

    Manual 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 27: 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 mouse button to darken the image. • Press the right mouse button to lighten the image. •...
  • Page 28 • 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 mouse button to toggle between blue and black. Reset All Click the left or right mouse button to reset all the options (except Language, Video Standard, Rear and Ceiling Projection, Plug and Play, and Standby Time) in all the menus to their original settings.
  • Page 29: Audio Menu

    Audio Menu Display Audio Image > > Volume Treble Bass Volume Press the left mouse button to decrease the volume. • Press the right mouse button to increase the volume. • Volume adjustments you make are saved for each source. Treble The treble setting controls the high frequencies of your audio source.
  • Page 30: Image Menu

    This option is available for computer sources displaying their native resolutions only, SVGA 800x600 for the LP340B and XGA 1024x768 for the LP350. Overscan This option crops all the edges of the image to remove noise gen- erated on the edges by your source.
  • 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 mouse but- ton to move the image right or press the right mouse button to move the image left. Positioning adjustments are saved when you power off the pro- jector.
  • Page 33: Controls Menu

    PAL-60, or SECAM) automatically based on the input signal it receives. (The video standard options may vary depending on your region of the world.) If the projector is unable to detect the correct standard, the colors might not look right or the image might appear “torn.”...
  • Page 34 You need to set the Plug and Play setting to Off for the projector to display properly on some older computers. The Plug and Play setting does not affect video images.
  • Page 35: Language Menu

    Display Startup Screen This setting toggles between On and Off. When this feature is On, the InFocus startup screen appears when the projector starts up and remains until an active source is detected. The startup screen contains information on contacting InFocus. Click the left or right mouse button to turn this feature off and display a plain black or blue screen instead of the startup screen.
  • Page 36: Status Menu

    After 2,000 hours of use, the message “Change Lamp” tem- porarily appears on the screen when the projector is turned on. Change the lamp within the next 50 hours. After 2,050 hours, the LED flashes orange and the lamp will not light.
  • Page 37 Indicates the active source, Computer 1 analog, Computer 1 digi- tal, Computer 2, and 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 39: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    After 2,000 hours of use, the mes- sage “Change Lamp” temporarily appears on the screen when the projector is turned on. Change the lamp within the next 50 hours. After 2,050 hours, the LED flashes orange and the lamp will not light.
  • Page 40 & 3 Invert the projector on a soft flat surface, then insert a small screwdriver or other flat object into the tabs on the lamp mod- ule door (Figure 20) and gently pry the door up.
  • Page 41 9 Tighten the screws on the outside of the module. 10 Replace the lamp door by inserting the hooks on the lamp door into the slots on the projector and pressing the lamp door into place. If the lamp door does not fit properly or bulges out, remove the door and re-seat the lamp module.
  • Page 42: 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 43 for ordering information. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    • functional AC electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord is also properly connected to the projector. If the projector is plugged into a power strip, make sure the • power strip is turned on. Make sure the projector is turned on.
  • Page 44 Reposition the image using the menu. Refer to “Horizontal • position” on page 26 and “Vertical position” on page 26. Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen. • Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen Adjust the zoom or projector placement.
  • Page 45 • tion off in the Controls menu. The image should immediately return to forward projection. See “Rear Projection” on page 28. Problem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or spots Adjust the brightness. See “Brightness” on page 21. • Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
  • Page 46 Library, FAQs, and support contacts including a technical sup- port e-mail form. Before calling your dealer or InFocus Technical Support for assis- tance, please have the following information available: the projector’s serial number (located on the bottom label) •...
  • Page 47: Appendix

    APPENDIX Specifications The projector must be operated and stored within the tempera- ture and humidity ranges specified. Temperature Operating 50 to 104 50 to 95 Non-operating -4 to 158 Humidity Operating and non-oper. 10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 3.9 x 10.9 x 11.2 inches (9.9 x 27.7 x 28.6 cm)
  • Page 48: Accessories

    (ship with the projector) Quick Start card User’s Guide Soft Case for LP350 Soft Case for LP340B Shipping Box Analog Computer Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Composite Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Computer Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Audio Adapter (RCA to 3.5mm)
  • Page 49 Replacement Projection Lamp Module Year Extended Warranty (1 year extension) Year Extended Warranty (2 year extension) NOTE: You can purchase these CA-C132 items by contacting your dealer or CA-C194 InFocus Catalog Sales at CA-C141 CA-C182 1-800-660-0024. SP-DVI-D SP-DVI-CARD SP-CEIL-LM3X SP-CEIL-P3...
  • Page 50: 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 51 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 52 Key command to Computer activate port 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 PS/2 SC select choice (CRT, LCD, etc.)
  • Page 53 Key command to Computer activate port 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* setup screen option Sanyo setup screen option Sharp...
  • Page 54 Key command to Computer activate port 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 55: 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 56: Projected Image Size

    NOTE: Use the graph and tables to help you determine projected image sizes. NOTE: Visit our website at www.infocus.com for an interactive image size calculator. It is located in the Technical Library in the Service and Support section. Projected Image Size...
  • Page 57: Index

    42, 43 activation commands for laptop com- puters 44 adjusting brightness 21 color 22 contrast 21 height of the projector 17 tint 21 volume 19, 23 altitude limits 41 assistance. See Technical Support audio adapter, connecting 12 audio cable, connecting 10...
  • Page 58 Default Source 28 Display menu 21 Display menu options Blank Screen 22 Brightness 21 Color 22 Contrast 21 Reset All 22 Sharpness 22 Tint 21 Display Messages 28 Display Startup Screen 29 displaying on-screen menus 18 startup screen 29 status messages 28 elevator button/foot 17 extension cable 43 focusing the image 17...
  • Page 59 9 LED 13, 18, 19, 30, 33 lens cap 42 cleaning 33 leveling knob 17 leveling the projector 17 LP340B/350 cases 42 project from behind the screen 27, 28 setting up 7 specifications 41 turning off 14 turning on 13...
  • Page 60 37 text not visible 38 tint, adjusting 21 treble 23 troubleshooting 37 turning off the projector 14 turning on the projector 13 USB mouse 10 vertical lines displayed 25, 39 video mirroring on a PowerBook 49 video resizing 24...
  • Page 61 90-day or 500 hour Warranty, whichever comes first, from the date the spare lamp is put into service. At the sole option of InFocus, the Product will either be repaired or replaced. All exchanged parts and Prod- ucts replaced under this Warranty will become property of InFocus. InFocus’ sole obligation is to supply (or...
  • Page 62 This Limited Warranty extends only to Products purchased from InFocus or an InFocus authorized reseller. InFocus shall have no further obligation under the foregoing Limited Warranty if the Product has been dam- aged due to abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, unusual physical or electrical stress, unauthorized modifica- tions, tampering, alterations, or service other than by InFocus 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.

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