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EU member states. Please follow the guidance of your local Input ratings: 100-240Vac, 4.0A, 50-60Hz environmental authority or ask the shop where you purchased the product for collection or recycling options. InFocus reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice.
Table of Contents Maintenance Cleaning the lens Introduction Using the security lock Positioning the projector Replacing the projection lamp Connecting a computer source VGA connection Ethernet connection HDMI connection Connecting power Optional computer connections Displaying an image Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Video device connections HDMI connection...
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Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15 degrees off • Only genuine InFocus lamps are tested for use in this projector. Use of non axis. InFocus lamps may cause electrical shock and fire, and may void the projector •...
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It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for business presentations and home video viewing too. The IN124STx/IN124STxw has native XGA 1024 x 768 resolution, the IN126STx/IN126STxw has native WXGA 1280 x 800 resolution, and the IN128HDSTx/IN128HDSTxw has native 1080p 1920 x 1080 resolution.
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Monitor out, for VGA pass through to an external monitor. • Audio inputs for video and computer. • Audio output to external speakers. • RS-232 serial control. Command control codes are on our support website at www.infocus.com/support. composite video monitor security lock...
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InFocus approved ceiling mounts for proper fitting, ventilation and installation. 100”/2.5m 80”/2.0m 52”/1.3m Refer to the installation guide that comes with the InFocus Ceiling Mount Kit (p/n 120”/3.1m 96”/2.4m 63”/1.6m PRJ-MNT-UNIV) for more information. The warranty does not cover any damage caused by use of non-approved ceiling mount kits or by installing in an improper location.
Connecting a computer source connect VGA cable VGA connection S-VIDEO USB-B Connect one end of the provided computer cable to the Computer 1/Computer 2 connector on the projector and the other to the VGA connector on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you will need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port first.
Displaying an image press Power button Press the Power button. The Power LED blinks green, and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the Power LED turns solid green. It can take up to a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
Adjusting the image adjust height If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by rotating the elevator foot to extend the foot. elevator foot If necessary, rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector. Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust vent at the front of the projector. adjust distance Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
No video cables are provided with the projector. You can order cables from Audio InFocus or provide your own. For audio, connect a 3.5mm stereo cable to the Audio 1/Audio 2 connector on the projector and to your source. If your source uses RCA audio connectors, a Y-cable HDMI connection or adapter may be used.
Shutting down the projector Table 4: Status Indicator Lights Auto Off Time The projector also has an Auto Off Time feature that automatically turns the Operational Mode Status Indicator Lights projector off after no active sources are detected and no user interaction with the projector is performed for 20 minutes.
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Problem Solution Result No start up screen Plug power cord into the projector Correct image press the Power button S-VIDEO USB-B USB- S-VID S-VI Press the SOURCE button Computer image projected Only start up screen appears activate laptop’s external port Restart laptop S-VID S-VID...
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Problem Solution Result Computer image projected No computer image, just the words “Signal out of Press the Auto Image button on remote Adjust computer refresh rate Varies per operating range” system. S-VID USB- S-VID You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the following problem, “image fuzzy or cropped”...
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Problem Solution Result Image fuzzy or cropped Image clear and not cropped Change the computer's "Resolution" setting to match the projector's resolution. Varies per operating system. Correct image Move projector, adjust height Image not centered on screen USB-B S-VIDEO Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Advanced Menu >...
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Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust Keystone on keypad Square image USB-B S-VIDE Adjust Sharpness in the Basic Menu Image not sharp Correct image Correct image Change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Basic Menu > Image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen Aspect Ratio menu...
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Problem Solution Result Turn off Ceiling Mount in Basic menu Correct image Image upside down Turn off Rear Project in Advanced Menu > Setup > Correct image Image reversed left to right Image Setup... menu Adjust the items in the Advanced Menu > Image > Projected colors don’t match source Correct image Color...
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Problem Solution Result Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation Embedded video plays correctly does not play on the screen USB- USB- S-VID S-VID Make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector Lamp turns on Lamp won’t turn on, the projector is overheating and allow it to cool for one minute...
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Still need assistance? If you need assistance, visit our website at www.infocus.com/support or call us. See the Quick Start Guide for support contact information. This product is backed by a limited warranty. An extended warranty plan may be purchased from your dealer.
Using the remote control • Auto Image button to resynch the projector to the source. • Resize button to switch among aspect ratios (see page 24). The remote uses two (2) AAA batteries (not provided). They are easily installed by •...
Using the audio connect audio cable Using the projector’s speakers S-VIDEO Connect the audio source to the Audio 1/Audio 2 connectors to hear audio USB-B through the projector speakers. Amplified speakers may also be connected to the projector using the Audio Out connector.
Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an overview of their functions: Power–turns the projector on and off (page 8). Right arrow - When the menu is displayed, the right arrow button navigates through the menu.
Optimizing computer images Optimizing video images After the projector is running and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the After your video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see can optimize the image using the onscreen menus.
Using the menus To open the menus, press the Menu button on the keypad or remote. (The menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) Use the keypad navigation buttons arrow buttons to move up and down to review the menu options. To enter a submenu, highlight the desired submenu and press >...
Basic Menu Basic Menu To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, use the right and left arrows to adjust the values. Aspect Ratio: Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. TV screens are usually 4:3. HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9. Select Auto to have the projector choose the ratio.
Advanced Menu Red/Green/green Offset: adjusts the offset of the red, green or green channel of the image. Advanced Menu Color Space: applies to computer and component video sources. It allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input signal. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard.
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(using SplashX software application located behind the menu you can see. As the value increases, more of the image on the InFocus Support site at www.infocus.com/support). behind the menu is visible. Custom Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Custom button, Show Messages: displays status messages (such as “Searching”) in the lower-...
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PIN 3 times in succession, the projector will automati- active source, checking the selected Power-up Source first. When this feature cally shut down. If you lose or forget your custom PIN, contact InFocus Tech- is Off, the projector defaults to the source selected in Power-up Source. To nical Support.
Reset Lamp Hours...: resets the lamp hours used counter in the Projector Info Using Network Features menu to zero. Do this only after changing the lamp. Manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network. Factory Reset...: restores all settings to their default.
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Email Notifications The projector can send email notifications for a failed lamp/fan or over temperature condition. To configure click Email Notification in the top menu: Click Network Settings to access the network configuration panel.
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Projector Control All projector operation and status can be accessed either by direct control from a browser or as part of an AMX or Crestron control system. Enable AMX device discovery in the Network Settings panel if the projector is controlled by an AMX control system.
Maintenance Cleaning the lens Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Projector must be off and the lens must be at room temperature. • Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens.
NOTE: Be sure to use the InFocus lamp module designed for this projector. You can order new lamps from www.infocus.com (in select areas), your retailer or your dealer. Only genuine InFocus lamps are tested for use in this projector. Use of non InFocus lamps may cause electrical shock and fire, and may void the projector warranty.
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If your projector is BLACK, follow these instructions: turn off and unplug wait 60 minutes Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. S-VIDEO projector USB-B Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Remove the lamp door, located on top of the projector, by removing the screw on the side of the lamp door, sliding the door right, and lifting the lamp door off.
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If your projector is WHITE, follow these instructions: turn off and unplug wait 60 minutes Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. S-VIDEO projector USB-B Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Remove the lamp door, located on top of the projector, by removing the screw on the side of the lamp door, sliding the door right, and lifting the lamp door off.
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Computer 1 28 Computer 1/Computer 2 8 Keypad 28 Computer 2 28 Keypad buttons 22 Connecting Keystone 26 Video device 11 Contacting InFocus 19 Lamp Low Power 29 Contrast 26 Customer service contact information 19 Magnify Level 28 Menu Transparency 29...
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menu usage 25 Search Screen 29 Mute 28 Service 30 Sharpness 26 Overscan 27, 28 Show Messages 29 Source 28 Phase 27 Source Info 28, 30 PIN Protect 29 Sync Threshold 27 Power connector 8 Power cord 8 Tint 27 Power Saving Mode 29 Tracking 27 Prevent PC Screen Saver 27...
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