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InFocus LP740B User Manual

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  • Page 1 U S E R ’ S G U I D E...
  • Page 2 U S E R ’ S G U I D E...
  • Page 3 Copyright © 1998 by In Focus, Inc. Wilsonville, Oregon. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 The typ- ical use is in a conference room, meeting room or auditorium. Wenn das Produkt LP740B in Deutschland verkauft wird, muss es Umwelt ges- chuetzt sein. (Klasse B) Dieses Product muss mit dem Bundesamt fuer Post und...
  • Page 5 Manufacturer: In Focus, Inc. 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 LP740B projector conforms to the following directives and norms: Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC...

  • Page 6: 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 Adjusting the Projector Using the Remote Control and Keypad Buttons...
  • Page 7 Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size RS-232 Terminal Specifications Index...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may • damage your projector. Caution: Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct • sunlight. Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in •...
  • Page 9 . Support is free between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST, 1-800-799-9911 Monday through Friday. Support is available in North America after hours and weekends for a fee at Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com In Europe, call In Focus in The Netherlands at In Asia, call (65) 332-0659...
  • Page 10 I N T R O D U C T I O N...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The In Focus LP740B™ is a multimedia projector that packs SXGA graphics (1280x1024) with 16.7 million colors. It generates crisp, clear images using a new and innovative reflective technol- ogy. The projector has three computer inputs and two video...
  • Page 12 If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the LP740B Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. User’s Guides are also available for download from our website at www.infocus.com.
  • Page 13 IGURE Side view of projector IR receiver vent fan IGURE Back view of projector...

  • Page 14: Usage Guidelines

    Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector • 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 15 S E T T I N G U P T H E P R O J E C T O R...

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Projector

    SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface parallel to the floor. The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power • source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer. 2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
  • Page 17 NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector and your equipment are turned off. If you’re connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. computer 1 (13W3) monitor S-video composite video...

  • Page 18: Connecting A Computer

    1 Plug the monitor cable into the Monitor Out connector on the projector. Do you want to play your computer’s audio on the projector? 1 Plug either end of the audio cable into the audio connector on your computer.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Video Player

    5 Plug the other end of the cable into the left and right Audio In ports on the projector. The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL and SECAM. It automatically adjusts to optimize its performance for the incoming video.

  • Page 20: Powering Up The Projector And Adjusting The Image

    Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Plug the power cord into the back of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended if power surges are common in your area.

  • Page 21: Turning Off The Projector

    For more information, see page 16. Turning Off the Projector To completely power off the projector, press and hold the Power button on the remote or keypad for 2 seconds. If you want to turn the projector back on immediately, you must allow 2 minutes for the lamp to cool.
  • Page 22 U S I N G T H E P R O J E C T O R...

  • Page 23: Using The Projector

    “Auto Set Up” (page 19) in the menus to optimize the image. 2 If the image doesn’t display completely, adjust the zoom, adjust the height of the projector (page 12) or center the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position (page 19). Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
  • Page 24 To raise the projector: 1 Press and hold the foot adjuster buttons (Figure 12). 2 Raise the projector to the height you want, then release the buttons to lock the feet into position. IGURE...

  • Page 25: Using The Remote Control And Keypad Buttons

    2 buttons are for future expansion and are not used at this time Point the remote control at the projection screen or at the front or rear of the projector. The range for optimum operation is 30 feet. Power Lamp Check Power...
  • Page 26 Power This turns the projector off and on. Press and hold the ton for 2 seconds to turn the projector off. Source (Computer, Video, or S-Video on remote) When you have more than one source (computer or video) con- nected to the projector, select between them by pressing the button.
  • Page 27 Auto This activates the automatic signal detection and image adjust- ment. When the adjustments are complete, you have the option of sending them to the projector or returning to the previous set- tings. Bright Press this button to open the Brightness control to brighten or darken the image.

  • Page 28: Using The On-Screen Menus

    Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has on-screen menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustments aren’t available directly from the remote or keypad. To open the on-screen menus, 1 Press the...
  • Page 29 IMAGE CONTROL COMP IMAGE CONTROL VIDEO Auto setup start Color Auto Adjust Tint Sync ---+--- Sharpness Track 1234 ---+--- Signal Type Contarst 5 ---+--- Brightness 5 ---+--- Brightness 5 ---+--- Contrast Resize Color Balance Submenu Save Exit Save Exit Exit More Exit IMAGE CONTROL COMP...
  • Page 30 Audio Control Adjusts quality of sound. Volume, Mute, Right/Left Balance, Custom setup Enables various projec- tor modes and settings. Information Displays projector infor- mation. Users memory Save & Load the settings System reset Reverts to factory defaults SUBMENU...

  • Page 31: Image Control

    SUB MENU FUNCTION Auto Setup start Optimizes image automatically for computer sources. Auto Adjust If you select ON, the projector automatically peri- odically adjusts the sync and tracking of the image. Sync Adjusts synchronization. Track Adjusts tracking. Contrast Adjusts contrast.

  • Page 32: Audio Control

    Audio control AUDIO CONTROL Volume Mute Balance Bass Treble Sound Mode Save Exit Exit SUB MENU Volume Mute Balance Bass Treble Sound mode 24 |||| 0 ---+--- 0 ---+--- 0 ---+--- LINEAR More FUNCTION Adjusts the volume Temporarily removes the sound Balances the right and left sound output Adjusts the bass Adjusts the treble...

  • Page 33: Custom Setup

    Rear: Reverses the image for rear projection Ceiling: Reverses the image for ceiling-mounted projection Remote Indicates if the remote is wired to the projector Serial Set Sets up transmission of input signals from RS-232 control. Band rate: 9600, 19200 bps...

  • Page 34: Information

    Information This is a read-only menu that provides status on the projector and input source. INFORMATION Lamp Timer Input Signal Computer 1 Rev. H-Sync V-Sync Resolution Exit SUBMENU FUNCTION Lamp Timer Shows the number of hours the lamp has been in use.
  • Page 35 1 Use the Arrow buttons to move the cursor to Users Memory Load, then press Enter. 2 Move the cursor to the file you want to load, then press Enter. 3 Choose Yes to send the settings to the projector. USER MEMORY SAVE More 17.********...
  • Page 36 M A I N T E N A N C E A N D T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G...

  • Page 37: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Cleaning the Fan Intake Filter The fan intake filter on the bottom of the projector catches dust and particles in the air. If the filter becomes clogged, the projector does not cool properly and may malfunction. To prevent this, clean the filter after every 100 hours of use.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    Replacing the Projection Lamp The lamp hour counter in the menus counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. The LP740B uses a metal halide bulb. These types of bulbs deteriorate over time. Replace the lamp when the brightness is no longer acceptable. The lamp LED blinks slowly after 950 hours;...
  • Page 39 6 Remove the module (Figure 17). IGURE Removing the lamp door IGURE Removing the lamp module CAUTION: Never operate the projector with the lamp door open or removed. This disrupts the air flow and causes the projector to overheat.
  • Page 40 WARNING: Do not drop the lamp module or touch the glass bulb! The glass may shatter and cause injury. WARNING: Do not reset the lamp hour timer without replacing the lamp, as the lamp may rupture if it is used for more than 1000 hours.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Reposition the image. Refer to “H-Position, V-Position” on • page 18. Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen. • Problem: Only the blue start-up screen displays Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page 7 •...
  • Page 42 & You might need to turn everything off and power up the • equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com- puter’s documentation to determine the correct order. Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See •...
  • Page 43 • the Custom Setup menu. The image should immediately return to forward projection. See “Image Mode” on page 21. Problem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or spots Adjust the brightness. Refer to “Bright” on page 15 for more •...
  • Page 44 A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Turn the • projector off, wait at least 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Before calling your dealer or In Focus Technical Support for assis- tance, please have the following information available: the projector’s serial number (located on the bottom label)
  • Page 45 A P P E N D I X...

  • Page 46: Appendix

    APPENDIX Specifications The LP740B must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Temperature Operating 0 to 35 C Non-operating -10 to 60 C Humidity Operating and non-oper. 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 13.4 x 17.5 x 8.7 inches (34 x 44.5 x 22 cm) Weight 29.1 pounds (13.2 kg) unpacked...

  • Page 47: Accessories

    Other products have not been tested with the projector. Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) LP740B Quick Start card LP740B User’s Guide Remote control and batteries Shipping Box Projection Lamp Module Lens Cap A/V Cable 6 ft (1.8 m)

  • Page 48: 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 secondary display device such as a projec- tor is connected. Activation commands 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 com- puter’s documentation for the appropriate command.) On some laptops, the activation function key is labeled with an icon, for...
  • Page 49 Key command to Computer activate port Austin Ctrl-Alt-comma Award FN-F6 BCC* automatic 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...
  • Page 50 Key command to Computer activate port Fujitsu FN-F10 Gateway FN-F3 FN-F1/FN-F1 again simul- taneous 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...
  • Page 51 Key command to Computer activate port Magitronic FN-F4 Mastersport FN-F2 Micro Express* automatic Micron FN-F2 Microslate* automatic 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-<...
  • Page 52 Key command to Computer activate port Twinhead* FN-F7 FN-F5 Automatic WinBook Ctrl-Alt-F10 Wyse software driven Zenith** FN-F10 FN-F2 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.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Projected Image Size

    Projected Image Size Use the chart and tables to help you determine projected image sizes. Image Size, Width and Height for lens at Maximum Image Size Distance to Screen (feet) Projected image size Table 1: Diagonal Width Height (inches) (inches) (inches) IGURE...
  • Page 55 Table 2: Image Size, Width and Height for lens at Minimum Image Size Distance to Diagonal Screen (feet) (inches) Width Height (inches) (inches)

  • Page 56: Rs-232 Terminal Specifications

    RS-232 Terminal Specifications Communication configuration To control the LP740B from your computer, connect the RS-232 cable and set your computer’s serial port settings to match this communication configuration: Setting Bits per second Data bits Parity Stop bits Start bit Command format All commands consist of 3 alpha characters followed by a request, all enclosed in parentheses.
  • Page 57 Supported commands Function Power Volume Mute Track Sync Bright Resize Source Menu Zoom Point Mask Cursor Command Meaning 1=ON, 0=OFF 1=Volume Up, 0=Volume Down 1=Mute On, 0=Mute Off 1=Phase Up, 0=Phase Down 1=Sync Up, 0=Sync Down 1=Bright Up, 0=Bright Down 1=Expansion On, 0=Expansion Off 0=Computer 1...
  • Page 58 I N D E X...

  • Page 59: Index

    Information 22 displaying on-screen menus 14 filter, cleaning 25 IBM-compatible computers compatibility 1 connecting 7 icons on the projector 6 image adjusting 9, 11 auto adjusting 15 colors don’t match computer’s 31 focusing 11 has lines or spots 31...
  • Page 60 lamp ordering 34 replacing 26 timer 28 turns off unexpectedly 32 laptop computers activation sequence to allow secondary display 35 compatibility 7 connecting IBM-compatible 7 lens cap 34 cleaning 25 LP 740B cases 34 image size 5, 41 setting up 5 specifications 33 turning off 10 turning on 9...
  • Page 61 33 test pattern 29 text not visible 29 timer, lamp 22 troubleshooting 29 turning off the projector 10 turning on the projector 9 vertical lines displayed 31 VESA connector 6 video mirroring on a PowerBook 40 Volume button 14...
  • Page 62 LIMITED WARRANTY In Focus, Inc. (“In Focus”) warrants that each LP740B (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of In Focus. Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution or resale.
  • Page 63 Part Number 010-0199-00...

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