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TO THE OWNER As the owner of a new Boxlight CP-7t, you are probably eager to try out your new projector. Before you do, we suggest that your spend a little time reading this manual to familiarize yourself with the operating procedures, so that you will receive maximum satisfaction from the many features included in your new projector.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before d. If the projector does not operate normally by following the the product is operated. operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will later use.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES AND DESIGN COMPUTER MODE SELECTING COMPUTER MODE SELECTING COMPUTER SYSTEM PC ADJUSTMENT PREPARATION COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT NAME OF EACH PART OF THE PROJECTOR PICTURE POSITION ADJUSTMENT SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT POSITIONING THE PROJECTOR ADJUSTABLE FEET CONNECTING THE AC POWER CORD VENTILATION...
This projector comes with the parts listed below. Image Resolution Check to make sure all are included. If any part is missing, contact Boxlight immediately. Picture Image is projected in the resolution of 804 x 604. The projector provides computer images just Owner's Manual.
PREPARATION NAME OF EACH PART OF THE PROJECTOR FRONT OF THE CABINET PROJECTION LENS INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER SPEAKER (Monaural) LENS COVER Press knobs on both sides to remove. BACK OF THE CABINET EXHAUST VENT HOT AIR EXHAUSTED ! Air blown from the exhaust vent is hot.
PREPARATION SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR POSITIONING THE PROJECTOR This projector is basically designed to project on a flat projection surface. The projector can be focused from 3.6'(1.1m) ~ 37.7'(11.5m). Refer to the figure below to adjust the screen size. 37.7’ (11.5m) 24.9' (7.6m) 300”...
PREPARATION CONNECTING THE AC POWER CORD This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V AC / 200-240 V AC. The projector automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor.
Do not transport the projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case. This may cause damage to the projector. To transport the projector through a courier or transport service, use a case recommended by Boxlight. For carrying or transportation cases, contact a Boxlight at 1-800-762-5757 or 360-779-7901.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR TERMINALS OF THE PROJECTOR COMPUTER INPUT TERMINAL MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL Connect the computer output Connect the monitor to this to this terminal. terminal. (Refer to P12 ~15.) (Refer to P12 ~15.) SERIAL PORT CONNECTOR CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR This connector is used to connect a computer to control When controlling the computer...
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT Satellite Video Cassette Recorder Video Disc Player TV Turner Video / Audio Output S-VIDEO Output Use Cables and Adapter indicated below. Use either the VIDEO jack or · VIDEO CABLE (not supplied) the S-VIDEO jack.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO THE IBM-COMPATIBLE COMPUTER To connect with the IBM-compatible computer, refer to the figure below. Use Cables and Adapter indicated below. · VGA CABLE (supplied) · CONTROL CABLE FOR PS/2 PORT or SERIAL PORT (supplied) · MONITOR CABLE (not supplied) ·...
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CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN CONTROL PORT SERIAL AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT ▼ S-VIDEO R-AUDIO-L VIDEO (MONO) MONITOR OUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT CONTROL PORT SERIAL COMPUTER IN To disconnect MOUSE CABLE, 1. Hold the portion (B) of the connector with one hand.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTION TO THE MACINTOSH COMPUTER To connect with the Macintosh computer, refer to the figure below. Use Cables and Adapter indicated below. · VGA CABLE (supplied) · VGA/MAC ADAPTER (supplied) · CONTROL CABLE FOR ADB PORT (supplied) ·...
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CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR MAC/VGA ADAPTER Set the switches as shown in the table below depending on the RESOLUTION MODE that you want to use before your turn on the projector and computer. 13" MODE (640 x 480) 1 2 3 4 5 6 16"...
BEFORE OPERATION OPERATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL This remote control unit is not only able to operate the projector but can also be used as a wireless mouse for a PC. POINT button and two CLICK buttons are used for wireless mouse operation. (Refer to page 33.) Wireless mouse is usable when PC mouse pointer is displayed on the screen.
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BEFORE OPERATION Remote Control Batteries Installation Remove the battery Slide the batteries into Replace the compartment compartment lid. the compartment. lid. Press the lid downward and slide it. Slide the lid upward. For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure the battery terminals are in contact with the pins in the compartment.
BEFORE OPERATION TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR READY INDICATOR This indicator flashes red This indicator is lit in green LAMP INDICATOR when internal projector when the projector is ready to LAMP REPLACE INDICATOR This indicator is lit in dim when temperature is too high.
BEFORE OPERATION OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU HOW TO OPERATE ON-SCREEN MENU You can control and adjust this projector through the ON- WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL SCREEN MENU. Refer to the following pages to operate each adjustment on the ON-SCREEN MENU. POINT BUTTON Used to move the Pointer to UP/ DOWN/ 1 MOVING THE POINTER...
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BEFORE OPERATION MENU BAR MENU BAR IN COMPUTER MODE Press MENU BUTTON while in Computer mode. MODE MENU AUTO IMAGE MENU PC ADJUST MENU SETTING MENU LANGUAGE MENU Used to set the Display Used to select Used to adjust Fine Used to adjust the Used to select Menu and to reset...
3. Remove dust with a vacuum cleaner. (See "AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING" section on page 34.) 4. Press the power ON-OFF button to ON. If the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator still continues to flash, call Boxlight at 1-800-762-5757 or 360- 779-7901.
BASIC OPERATION ADJUSTING THE PICTURE ZOOM Adjustment Press ZOOM button on the Top Control or ZOOM button on the Remote Control Unit to turn on the ZOOM mode. Zoom Press ZOOM button to make the image larger, and press ZOOM button to make the image smaller.
BASIC OPERATION SOUND ADJUSTMENT Direct Operation It indicates roughly the volume level. Sound Volume Adjustment Press the VOLUME (+/–) buttons (located on the Top Control or on the Remote Control Unit) to adjust the volume. The Volume dialog box appears on the screen for a few seconds. (+) button to increase the volume, and (–) button to decrease the volume.
COMPUTER MODE SELECTING COMPUTER MODE Direct Operation Computer Press the MODE button on the Top Control or the Remote Control Unit. The input source is toggled between COMPUTER or VIDEO. The “Computer” or “Video” display will appear on the screen for a few Video seconds.
COMPUTER MODE PC ADJUSTMENT This Projector can automatically detect display signals from most personal computers currently distributed. However, some computers employ special signal formats which are different from the standard ones and may not be detected by this projector. If this happens, the projector cannot reproduce a proper image and the image is recognized as a flickering picture, a non-synchronized picture, a non-centered picture or a skewed picture.
COMPUTER MODE COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 130 MHz of Dot Clock. H-Freq. V-Freq. H-Freq. V-Freq. ON-SCREEN ON-SCREEN RESOLUTION RESOLUTION (kHz) (Hz) (kHz) (Hz) DISPLAY DISPLAY...
COMPUTER MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Adjust Picture Image Manually Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select IMAGE press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Menu will appear. Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear.
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COMPUTER MODE Auto Image Function The Auto Image function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync., Total dots, and Picture Position for most computers. Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select AUTO IMAGE and press the SELECT button.
COMPUTER MODE PICTURE POSITION ADJUSTMENT The position of the image can be adjusted vertically and horizontally through PICTURE POSITION ADJUSTMENT. Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select POSITION and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE POSITION Menu will appear.
VIDEO MODE SELECTING VIDEO MODE Direct Operation Video Press the MODE button on the Top Control or the Remote Control Unit. The input source is selected among VIDEO or COMPUTER. The “Video” or “Computer” display will appear on the screen for a few Computer seconds.
VIDEO MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the Picture Image Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select IMAGE press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Menu will appear. Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear.
SETTING SETTING MENU Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select SETTING and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box SETTING Menu will appear. Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the item that you want to set, and then press the SELECT button to set it "On"...
APPENDIX OPERATING WIRELESS MOUSE The Wireless Remote Control Unit is not only able to operate the projector but can also be used as a wireless mouse for a PC. POINT buttons and two CLICK buttons are used for wireless mouse operation. Wireless mouse is available only when PC mouse pointer is displayed on the screen.
CARE AND CLEANING section below. If the TEMPERATURE WARNING Indicator remains on after performing the above checks, the Cooling Fans or the Internal Circuits may be malfunctioning. In that case, call the Boxlight. AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING The Removable Air Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the surface of the Projection Lens and the Projection Mirror.
MONITOR TIMER, when the lamp is not replaced. LAMP ASSEMBLY ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP Replacement Lamp can be ordered through Boxlight at 1-800-762-5757 or 360-779-7901. Model No. of your projector : BOXLIGHT CP-7t Replacement Lamp Type No. : POA-LMP16J (Service Parts No. 610 273 6441) Lamp Replacement Monitor Timer Be sure to reset the Lamp Replacement Monitor Timer when the Lamp Assembly is replaced.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling Boxlight your dealer or service station for assistance, check the matters below once again. 1. Make sure you have connected the projector to your equipment a s described in the section "CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR" on pages 10 ~ 15.
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High voltages are used to operate this projector. Do not attempt to open the cabinet. Boxlight Service is easily obtained. If after all operating instructions above, you find that service is necessary, contact Boxlight for assistance at 1-800-762-5757 or 360-779-7901.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Projector Type Multi-media Projector Dimensions 8.46" x 4.29" x 12.4" (215mm x 109mm x 315mm) (not including adjustable feet) (W x H x D) Net Weight 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) LCD Panel System 0.9" TFT Active Matrix type, 3 panels Panel Resolution 804 x 604 dots Number of Pixels...
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Said warranty shall continue for a period of two (2) years from the date of such purchase. BOXLIGHT does not warrant that the Product will meet the specific requirements of the first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use. Lamp is warrantied for 120 days.
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