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InFocus LitePro 210 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 Copyright © 1996 by In Focus Systems, Inc. Wilsonville, Oregon. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro- vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.
  • Page 5 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Plantenweg 91, 2132 HL Hoofddorp, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that the LitePro 210 and 220 LCD Projec- tors conform to the following directives and norms: Directive 89/336/EEC...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Summary Introduction Image Resolution Compatibility Unpacking the Projector Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance Warranty Setting up the Projector Connecting the CableWizard to the Projector Selecting Connectors on the CableWizard Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector Connecting an IBM-Compatible Desktop Computer Connecting an IBM-Compatible Laptop Computer Connecting a Macintosh Desktop Computer...
  • Page 7 Maintenance Cleaning the Lens Removing and Replacing a Lens Using the Zoom Lens Replacing the Projection Lamp Resetting the Lamp Monitor Light Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control Replacing the Fuse Using the Kensington Lock Troubleshooting Solutions to Common Problems Appendix Specifications Accessories...

  • Page 8: Safety Summary

    SAFETY SUMMARY Please read these instructions carefully before using your LitePro 210 or 220. Failure to comply with them could result in fire, elec- trical shock, personal injury or damage to equipment. These graphics are used throughout this manual to draw your attention to important information about the projectors.
  • Page 9 Power Source Use only a three-wire grounding type power source. The power source should not exceed 250 volts rms between the supply con- ductors or between either conductor and the ground. Power Cord Use only the power cord that was shipped with the LitePro. Although other power cords might be similar in appearance, they have not been safety-tested with the 210 or 220.
  • Page 10 Hot Surfaces Allow the projector to cool at least 45 minutes before replacing a lamp. When you open the lamp housing, be very careful not to touch the hot surfaces inside. Ventilation and Overheating Openings in the projector case provide ventilation to protect it from overheating.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Introduction...

  • Page 12: Image Resolution

    User’s Guide applies to both products. Image Resolution LitePro 210 The VGA resolution of the 210’s projected image is 640x480. It displays computer images just as they appear on your com- puter’s monitor. Screen resolutions between 640x480 and 800x600 are compressed to 640x480.

  • Page 13: Compatibility

    If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the LitePro 210/220 Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For complete details on connecting and operating the projec- tor, refer to this User’s Guide.
  • Page 14 IGURE Shipping box contents LitePro 210 or 220 projector RCA audio/video (A/V) cable LitePro 210/220 User’s Guide CableWizard power cord CableWizard computer cable remote and batteries CableWizard mouse cable lens cap CableWizard audio cable Not shown: Quick Start card, remote cable...

  • Page 15: Usage Guidelines

    Usage Guidelines Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector • is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes. The top and bottom of the projector can be very hot to the • touch after use. Use extreme care or let it cool before lifting it. Do not block the grills at the front or top of the projector.

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Projector

    Setting up the Projector...
  • Page 17 SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface. The projector must be within 10 feet of your power source • and within 10 feet of your computer. If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set •...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Cablewizard To The Projector

    Connecting the CableWizard to the Projector The CableWizard simplifies the connection process by providing a central hub for all the connections between the projector and your computer. The connectors on the CableWizard are labeled with icons. Connect the end of the CableWizard cord to the connector on the projector’s connector panel (Figure 3).
  • Page 19 If you’re connecting an • IBM-compatible desktop or laptop com- , turn the selector until the window displays “PC.” puter computer monitor NOTE: You must disconnect all mouse cables before turning the selector on the CableWizard. audio IGURE Selecting the IBM-compatible connectors on the CableWizard If you’re connecting a •...

  • Page 20: Preparing To Connect Your Equipment To The Projector

    Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector Now you’re ready to connect your equipment. Computers are connected to the Cable Wizard. Video players and other equip- ment, such as external speakers, are connected directly to the projector. Steps for connecting the different types of equipment are given on the pages listed below.

  • Page 21: Connecting An Ibm-Compatible Desktop Computer

    Connecting an IBM-Compatible Desktop Computer 1 Locate the cable that connects your monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the monitor connector on your computer. 3 Plug the end of the computer cable into the connector on the CableWizard.

  • Page 22: Ibm-Compatible Desktop Computer

    Do you want to control your computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Unplug the mouse cable from your computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the mouse connector on your computer. 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the connector on the CableWizard.

  • Page 23: Connecting An Ibm-Compatible Laptop Computer

    Connecting an IBM-Compatible Laptop Computer 1 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the video connector on your computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the connector on the CableWizard. NOTE: Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a second- ary display device such as a projec-...
  • Page 24 Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Locate the mouse cable and unplug it from your computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the mouse connector on your computer. 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the connector on the CableWizard.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Macintosh Desktop Computer

    Connecting a Macintosh Desktop Computer 1 Locate the cable that connects the monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the monitor connector on your computer. 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the connector on the CableWizard.
  • Page 26 Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Unplug the mouse from your Macintosh or locate an unused ADB connector. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the mouse connector or the (ADB) connector on your Macintosh.

  • Page 27: Connecting An Apple Powerbook Computer

    Connecting an Apple PowerBook Computer 1 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the video connector on your PowerBook. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the NOTE: Some PowerBooks connector on the CableWizard. require the Apple-supplied video- 3 If you want the projector display to be the same as the Power- out cable for external video.
  • Page 28 Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Locate the mouse cable and unplug it from your PowerBook. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the (ADB) connector on your PowerBook. 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the connector on the CableWizard.

  • Page 29: Connecting A Video Player

    Connecting a Video Player 1 If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, you’ll need only the A/V cable that shipped with the projector. If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video con- • nector, you’ll need an S-video cable in addition to the A/V cable.
  • Page 30 S-video cable A/V cable IGURE Connecting the projector to a video player using an S-video cable and the audio con- nectors on the standard A/V cable 4 Plug the A/V cable’s white connector into the left “audio out” port on your video player. Plug the cable’s red connector into the right “audio out”...

  • Page 31: Connecting An External Speaker And A Subwoofer

    Connecting an External Speaker and a Subwoofer To connect one or two external speakers, plug the speaker • cables into the two (audio out) connectors on the projector. To connect a subwoofer, plug the subwoofer cable into the • connector on the projector. NOTE: The external speakers must be amplified.

  • Page 32: Connecting A Microphone

    Connecting a Microphone To connect a microphone to the projector, plug the microphone • cable into the connector on the projector. CAUTION: Always keep the source volume at its lowest level when installing the microphone. For information about setting the microphone level, see page 35.

  • Page 33: Connecting The Remote Control Cable

    Connecting the Remote Control Cable If the projector cannot receive the remote’s signal, as may be the case if you’re using rear projection, connect the remote directly to the projector with the remote cable. 1 Plug the end of the remote cable with the cylinder into the connector on the projector.
  • Page 34 3 Turn on the projector. The power indicator and lamp module LEDs (Figure 22) • light solidly while the projector initializes. The power LED CAUTION: If the lamp LED blinks green when the projector begins to power up. When remains solidly lit after the LitePro the projector reaches full power, the power LED lights solid has powered on, the lamp needs green and the lamp LED goes out.

  • Page 35: Turning Off The Projector

    7 Turn on your computer. The computer image should display on the projection • screen. The computer source indicator LED displays a solid green • indicating the computer source is active (Figure 22). If necessary, use the buttons on the remote con- •...

  • Page 36: Using The Projector

    Using the Projector...

  • Page 37: Basic Image Adjustment

    USING THE PROJECTOR This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the remote control but- tons and the options available from the on-screen menus. Basic Image Adjustment 1 Make sure you have powered up your equipment in the right order (page 21).

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Projector

    Adjusting the Projector To focus the image, rotate the projection lens until the image is clear. Rotate the lens clockwise for a longer focusing distance; counterclockwise for a shorter focusing distance. If the projected image seems wider at the bottom or at the top, rotate the keystone adjustment dial on the back of the projector until the image is correct (Figure 23).
  • Page 39 To raise the projector: 1 Raise the front of the projector off the table by lifting up on the handle (Figure 25). 2 While holding the projector, press and hold the quick-release button (Figure 25). 3 When the projector is the height you want, release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.

  • Page 40: Using The Remote And Keypad Buttons

    Using the Remote and Keypad Buttons This section provides an alphabetical reference to the remote and keypad buttons. IGURE Remote control IGURE Keypad...
  • Page 41 Brightness Adjusting the brightness lightens or darkens the image. To darken the image, press • To lighten the image, press • buttons are auto-repeating; they repeat their func- brightness tion as long as you hold down the button. Computer When you have more than one source (computer or video) con- nected to the projector, select between them by pressing the but- ton for the source you want.
  • Page 42 Menu Press to open the on-screen menus. Press again to menu menu close the menus. When you close the menus, the projector saves any changes you made. For more information about the on- screen menus, see page 32. Mute Pressing the button silences the internal speakers.
  • Page 43 Standby When you press , the display and audio turn off and the standby screen becomes black. After 30 seconds the lamp goes out if you haven’t pressed any other buttons. If you press any button again within 30 seconds, the projector •...

  • Page 44: Using The Disk Mouse

    Using the Disk Mouse Press anywhere on the edge of the disk mouse to move the cursor on the screen. For example, if you press the top edge of the disk, NOTE: Using a light touch on the the cursor moves up the screen; if you press the bottom edge, the disk mouse often gets the best cursor moves down (Figure 28).

  • Page 45: Display Menu Functions

    To change a menu setting, move the cursor to the setting you want to change, then use one of the two mouse buttons below the disk to make changes. The status bar at the top of the menu display indicates the source that is currently active.
  • Page 46 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. • Contrast NOTE: Changing the brightness The contrast controls the degree of difference between the light- using the menu is the same as est and darkest parts of the picture.

  • Page 47: Audio Menu Functions

    Audio Menu Functions IGURE Audio menu 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. Mic Volume NOTE: Changing the volume Press the right mouse button to increase the microphone •...
  • Page 48 Press the right mouse button to increase the amount of sound • coming from the right external speaker. Fade setting controls the balance between the internal and Fade external speakers. The setting appears gray and won’t highlight if external speakers aren’t connected. Press the left mouse button to increase the amount of sound •...

  • Page 49: Image Menu Functions

    Image Menu Functions IGURE Image menu Auto Image The projector automatically adjusts tracking, signal synchroniza- tion and vertical and horizontal position for most computers. If NOTE: Some screen savers inter- you want to adjust these features manually, you must turn off fere withthe operation of Auto first by clicking it.
  • Page 50 2 Press the left or right mouse buttons repeatedly until the image is sharp and free of streaks. Manual Tracking The tracking function adjusts the projector to match the video NOTE: The Manual Sync, signal from your computer. The projector usually adjusts the Manual Tracking, Horiz.

  • Page 51: Controls Menu Functions

    Controls Menu Functions IGURE Controls menu Video Standard When is on, the projector attempts to pick the video stan- Auto dard (NTSC, PAL or SECAM) automatically based on the input NOTE: If you already know the signal it receives. (The video standard options may vary depend- standard used in your geographical ing on your region of the world.) If the projector is unable to area, it’s often best to manually...
  • Page 52 Rear Projection When you select , the projector reverses the image Rear Projection so you can project from behind a translucent screen. Click either mouse button to reverse the image. • Monitor Connect When Auto is selected, the projector attempts to pick the correct monitor connection based on the input signal it receives.

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    Maintenance...

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Lens

    MAINTENANCE This section describes how to: clean and replace a lens • install and use the zoom lens • replace the projection lamp and reset the lamp monitor light • replace the batteries in the remote control • replace the fuse •...

  • Page 55: Using The Zoom Lens

    IGURE Removing the lens To replace a lens: 1 Make sure the latch is pointing down. 2 Squeeze the latch and gently push the lens in until it stops, then turn the lens clockwise until the catch is engaged. Using the Zoom Lens The zoom lens enlarges the projected image by 40% without moving the projector.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    Replacing the Projection Lamp The lamp monitor LED, marked on the connector panel, lights up when 150 hours of lamp life remains. At zero hours, the lamp WARNING: To avoid burns and switches off completely. You can order new lamp modules from lamp explosion, allow the projector your In Focus dealer.
  • Page 57 IGURE Removing the lamp module 7 Align the module in the correct direction. 8 Gently push the module in as far as it goes (Figure 39). 9 Tighten the screw on the outside of the module. WARNING: Do not drop the lamp module or touch the glass bulb! The glass may shatter and cause injury.

  • Page 58: Resetting The Lamp Monitor Light

    Resetting the Lamp Monitor Light After replacing the lamp, you must reset the lamp monitor light. 1 Press and hold the two buttons on the keypad for at brightness least 5 seconds. NOTE: You must reset the lamp 2 Release the buttons. The lamp monitor light goes out after it is monitor light so the projector can reset.
  • Page 59 After you make sure that the condition that made the fuse blow no longer exists, follow these steps to replace the fuse: 1 Turn off the projector by pressing the “O” side of the power switch. 2 Unplug the power cord. 3 Remove the fuse holder, located just above the power cord connector.

  • Page 60: Using The Kensington Lock

    7 Plug the power cord back in. 8 Press the “|” side of the power switch to turn the projector back on. CAUTION: A surge-protected power strip is recommended if power surges are common in your area. IGURE Replacing the fuse holder Using the Kensington Lock The projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System (Figure 43).

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 62 TROUBLESHOOTING If you’re experiencing trouble with the projector, follow these steps to make sure everything is properly connected before you call Technical Support for assistance. 1 Check cable connections. Verify that all computer, CableWiz- ard and power cables are properly connected. 2 Verify that all power is switched on.

  • Page 63: Solutions To Common Problems

    Solutions to Common Problems Problem: Nothing on projection screen Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a func- • tional 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 •...
  • Page 64 Problem: Only the start-up screen displays Verify that the cables are connected correctly. Check to see that • the CableWizard computer cable is correctly connected to the monitor connector on the computer (this is the connector where your monitor cable usually goes.) See page 6 through page 15 for connection procedures.
  • Page 65 Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen You might need to manually adjust the tracking to reduce or • enlarge the projected image. Refer to “Manual Tracking” on page 38. Adjust the resolution of your monitor if it’s greater than •...
  • Page 66 Problem: Image is “noisy” or streaked Try these steps in this order. 1 Deactivate the screen saver on your computer. 2 Turn off and then back on again. See “Auto Auto Image Image” on page 37. 3 Adjust the synchronization and tracking manually to find an optimal setting.

  • Page 67: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    APPENDIX Specifications The LitePro 210 and 220 must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Temperature Operating 10 C to 40 C Non-operating -20 to 60 C Humidity Operating and non-oper. 10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 6.6 x 16.25 x 13.25 inches (16.8 x 41.3 x 33.7 cm)
  • Page 69 Microphone Input Input Impedance 3.5 K ohm nominal Maximum Input Voltage 60 mVrms for THD 0.3%, main inputs off Sensitivity 800 Vrms at 1 KHz for 88 dB SPL at 1 meter Microphone Impedance < 8K ohms Connector Type 6.3 mm (1/4 inch) monaural phone jack (unbalanced) Lamp Type...

  • Page 70: Accessories

    Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Part Number LitePro 210/220 Quick Start card 009-0214-xx LitePro 210/220 User’s Guide 010-0102-xx Shipping Box 110-0098-xx CableWizard and Cables 591-0182-xx CableWizard Audio Cable 210-0079-xx CableWizard Computer Cable 210-0076-xx CableWizard Mouse Cable 210-0078-xx Varifocal Lens...
  • Page 71 Optional Accessories Soft Carry Case CA-C077 ATA Shipping Case CA-C119 CableWizard Lite SP-CWLITE Mac Adapter for CableWizard Lite 516-0003-xx CableWizard Extension Cable, 50 ft 210-0077-xx Zoom Lens HW-LP210-ZM Kensington MicroSaver Security System SP-KENLOC JBL Satellite Speakers 591-0203-xx JBL Subwoofer 591-0204-xx S-Video Cable 515-0027-xx Microphone...

  • Page 72: Portable And Laptop Activation Chart

    Portable and Laptop Activation Chart NOTE: Most laptop computers Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de-activate port de-activate their built-in monitors Acer Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for setup) Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for setup) when a second display device is AST* ** FN-D or Ctrl-D FN-D or Ctrl-D connected.
  • Page 73 Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de-activate port Compaq* ** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt-> FN-F4 FN-F4 automatic automatic mode/? (for setup option) mode/? (for setup option) Compuadd* ** automatic automatic Alt-F for screen setup Alt-F for screen setup option option Data General Ctrl-Alt-Command...
  • Page 74 Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de-activate port IBM ThinkPad** reboot, enter setup menu FN-F2 FN-F7, select choice from setup menu FN-F1, select choice FN-F5, select choice PS/2 SC select choice (CRT, LCD, etc.) Kaypro boot up, monitor plugged unplug monitor Kris Tech FN-F8...
  • Page 75 Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de-activate port Packard Bell** FN-F2 FN-F2 Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt-> Panasonic FN-F2 FN-F2 Samsung* setup screen option setup screen option Sanyo setup screen option setup screen option Sharp dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD Sun SPARC- Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Shift-M...

  • Page 76: Using Video Mirroring With A Powerbook Computer

    Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer When you turn video mirroring on, the projector displays the same information that appears on your PowerBook’s built-in screen. When video mirroring is off, the projector acts like a sepa- rate display. To turn on video mirroring for the first time: 1 Open the Monitors control panel;...

  • Page 77: Projected Image Size

    Projected Image Size Use the chart below and the tables on the next page to help you determine projected image sizes for the varifocal and zoom lenses. IGURE Projected image size for LitePro 200 series zoom and varifocal lenses...
  • Page 78 Table 1: Image Size, Width and Height for Varifocal Lens and Zoom Lens at Minimum Focusing Distance Distance to Diagonal Width Height Screen (feet) (inches) (inches) (inches) 20.4 50.4 75.6 100.8 126. 151.2 176.4 201.6 Table 2: Image Size, Width and Height for Zoom Lens at Maximum Focusing* Distance Maximum Maximum...

  • Page 79: Index

    Index...
  • Page 80 INDEX buttons on remote and keypad accessories, ordering 57 Brightness 29 activation commands for laptop Computer 29 computers 59 Freeze 29 adjusting Help 29 ambiance 36 Light 29 balance 35 LiteShow 29 bass 36 Menu 30 brightness 29 Mute 30 contrast 34 Scribble 30 fade 36...
  • Page 81 compatibility Display menu 33 IBM-compatible 2 Display menu options Macintosh 2 Brightness 34 composite video cable Contrast 34 connecting 17 Reset All 34 ordering (A/V cable) 57 Tint 34 Computer button 29 displaying computers, compatible 2 online help information 29 connecting on-screen menus 30 Apple PowerBook 15–16...
  • Page 82 42, 58, 64 Auto Image 37 leveling the projector 26 Auto Resize 37 Light button 29 Horiz. Position 38 LitePro 210/220 Manual Sync 37 ATA (hard) case 58 Manual Tracking 38 ceiling mounted 5, 39 Vert. Position 38 hot surfaces v...
  • Page 83 power switch 23 Macintosh computers power up sequence 23, 51 compatibility 2, 13 PowerBook, connecting 15 connecting desktop project from behind the screen 40 models 13–14 PS/2 mouse connection 20 connecting PowerBooks 15–16 Menu button 30, 32 rear projection 40 menus.
  • Page 84 Technical Support in Europe 4 in Singapore 4 in USA 4 information to have on hand before you call 49 things to try before you call 49 voiding the warranty v temperature limits 55 test pattern 51 text not visible 50 tint, adjusting 34 treble, adjusting 36 troubleshooting 49...
  • Page 85 LIMITED WARRANTY In Focus Systems Inc. (“In Focus”) warrants that each LitePro 210 and 220 (“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 86 Part Number 010-0102-02...

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