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EU member states. Please follow the guidance of your local environmental authority or ask the shop where you purchased the product Input ratings: 100-240Vac, 3.2A, 50-60Hz for collection or recycling options. InFocus reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice.
Table of Contents Introduction Positioning the projector Connecting a computer source VGA connection HDMI connection Connecting power Optional computer connections Displaying an image Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Video device connections Composite video connection VGA connection Component video connection S-video connection Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup...
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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 •...
It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for business presentations and home video zoom viewing too. IN2124 has native XGA 1024 x 768 resolution, and IN2126 has native WXGA 1280 x 800 resolution. It is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices.
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Monitor out, for VGA pass through to an external monitor. • Audio input 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. • LAN for RJ45 LAN control. composite video security lock monitor out...
9 inches (22.9 cm) above the centerline of the lens. The 45”/1.1m 38”/1.0m 55.4”/1.4m 69.3”/1.8m image offset for IN2126 is 113% +/-5%. This means that if you have an image 60 inches (1.5 meters) tall from a table-mounted projector, the bottom of the 60”/1.5m 51”/1.3m 74.5”/1.9m 92.9”/2.4m...
Connecting a computer source connect VGA cable VGA connection Computer in 1/Computer in 2 Connect one end of the provided computer cable to the 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 Power Press the button. The Power LED lights blue, and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays. It can take up to a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. Note: When the feature, AC Power On, is enabled, the projector automatically turns on when power is connected.
Adjusting the image adjust height If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by rotating the elevator foot to extend the foot. If necessary, rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector. elevator foot 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.
The projector’s Aspect Ratio setting is accessed through the Resize button on the remote or through the projector’s Basic Menu. See page 25 for more information. Video device connections No video cables are provided with the projector. You can order cables from InFocus or provide your own. HDMI connection HDMI is a standard, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface.
The lamp failed to ignite. POWER: Solid blue Contact Technical Support if the problem TEMP/LAMP: Blinking pink persists. Visit www.infocus.com/support to contact service. POWER: Solid blue The lamp has reached its end of life and must be replaced. The lamp will continue TEMP/LAMP: Blinking red to operate until it fails.
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Problem Solution Result No start up screen Correct image Plug power cord into the projector press power button Computer image projected Only start up screen appears Press the Source button activate laptop’s external port Restart laptop...
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Problem Solution Result Press the Auto Image button on remote Computer image projected No computer image, just the words “Signal out of Adjust computer refresh rate (Windows 7: Control range” Panel > Display > Screen Resolution > Advanced Settings > Adapter tab). Varies per operating system. 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 Change the computer's "Resolution" setting to match Image fuzzy or cropped Image clear and not cropped the projector's resolution (Windows 7: Control Panel > Display > Screen Resolution). Varies per operating system. Move projector, adjust height Correct image Image not centered on screen MDL: IN2124 FW: 1.24...
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Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust Keystone on keypad Square image Adjust Sharpness in the Basic Menu Image not sharp Correct image Basic Menu MDL: IN2124 FW: 1.24 Aspect Ratio ◄ Auto ► Auto Image Execute Brightness Contrast Keystone Presets Presentation Sharpness...
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Problem Solution Result Turn off Ceiling Mount in Basic menu Correct image Image upside down Basic Menu MDL: IN2124 FW: 1.24 Aspect Ratio ◄ Auto ► Auto Image Execute Brightness Contrast Keystone Presets Presentation Sharpness Volume Ceiling Mount Advanced Menu Turn off Rear Project in Advanced Menu >...
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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 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 POWER...
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Still need assistance? www.infocus.com/support If you need assistance, visit our website at or call us. See the Warranty/Safety booklet 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 25). The remote uses two (2) AAA batteries (not provided). They are easily installed • Help button to get help with connecting sources and improving the picture.
Using the audio connect audio cable Using the projector’s speakers Connect the audio source to the Audio In connectors to hear audio through the projector speakers. Amplified speakers may also be connected to the projector using the Audio Out connector. To adjust the volume, press the Volume buttons on the remote.
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/Presets - When the menu is displayed, the right arrow button navi- POWER gates through the menu.
Optimizing computer images Presentation features After the projector is running and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the Several features are provided to make giving presentations easier. Here is an image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see overview, details are found in the menu section.
Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After your video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 27 can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on for details on these features.
Using the menus To open the menus, press the Menu button on the keypad or remote. (The keypad navigation menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) Use the buttons arrow buttons to move up and down to review the menu options. POWER To enter a submenu, highlight the desired submenu and press >...
Basic Menu Basic Menu Basic Menu MDL: IN2124 To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, use the right and left arrows FW: 1.24 to adjust the values. Aspect Ratio ◄ Auto ► Auto Image Execute Aspect Ratio: Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. TV Brightness screens are usually 4:3.
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. Advanced Menu When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard. Advanced Menu To choose a different setting, turn off Auto, then choose RGB for computer MDL: IN2124...
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Overscan: removes noise around the video image. Mute • : turns off all sound. Source • : brings up a menu of available sources. Set Black Level: analyzes the current input image and calculates an offset value which is then added to the analog to digital converter black level value. This Auto Image •...
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4-button press sequence. If you enter an incorrect PIN 3 times in succession, the projector will automat- ically shut down. If you lose or forget your custom PIN, contact InFocus Technical Support.
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Timer Mac Address: Abbreviation for Media Access Control Address. Mac Address is a unique ID number assigned to each network adapter. Auto Off Time: automatically turns the projector off after no signals are detected for a preset number of minutes. If an active signal is received before Apply: Save and execute the wired network settings.
Controlling the projector through a LAN environment • If the Projector IP Address still does not display, contact your network administrator. ® The projector supports Crestron software. With correct settings for the Network menu, • If the RJ45 cables are not properly connected, the IP Address, Subnet Mask, you can 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.
Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector.
® About Crestron e-Control Email Setting ® Subject The Crestron e-Control page provides a variety of virtual keys to control the From projector or adjust the projector’s image. Server Email Alert SMTP Setting User Name Password Fan Error (N/A) Lamp Error (N/A) Alert Condition Temperature Error...
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The Tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the LAN Please pay attention to the input length and character limitations (including character and punctuation restrictions) listed blow: control settings and remotely access the network operations of this Maximum Number of projector.
Crestron RoomView The Info page displays the information and status of this projector. From the Crestron RoomView software in the Edit Room page, enter the IP Address (or hostname) as shown on the projector’s on-screen display (OSD) menu, “02” for IPID, and “41794”...
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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Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. turn off and unplug wait 60 minutes Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. projector Remove the lamp door, located on top of the projector, by removing the screw on the side of the lamp door, sliding the door forward, and lifting the lamp door off.
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Closed Captions 27 Lamp Low Power 28 Color Space 26 LAN 30 Computer In connector 7 Connecting Video device 10 Mac Address 29 Contacting InFocus 18 Magnify Level 27 Contrast 25 Menu Transparency 28 ® Crestron e-Control Menu usage 24...
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Power connector 7 Power cord 7 Vert Shift 27 Power Saving Mode 28 Vertical Position 26 Prevent PC Screen Saver 26 Volume 25 Programmed Dimming 28 Volume button 20 Keypad buttons 21 Menus 24 Warranty 18 Positioning 6 web browser 31 Setting up 6 Troubleshooting problems 11 Zoom 9...
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