InFocus F5500 User Manual
InFocus F5500 User Manual

InFocus F5500 User Manual

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Regulatory models: F5500, F5530
010-0715-01

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  • Page 1 5500 Regulatory models: F5500, F5530 010-0715-01...
  • Page 2 Instruments and BrilliantColor™ is a trademark of Texas Instruments. certification label. InFocus, In Focus, and INFOCUS (stylized) are either registered trademarks This document applies to regulatory models F5500, F5530. or trademarks of InFocus Corporation in the United States and other countries. Input ratings: FCC Warning For Single Lamp models (F5500) - AC100-240V 5.0-2.0A, 50-60Hz...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Index Introduction Positioning the projector Ceiling Mount Cable management Connecting power Connecting a computer source Optional computer connections Displaying an image Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Video device connections Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup Using the remote control Using the audio Using the keypad buttons...
  • Page 4 • Only genuine InFocus lamps are tested for use in this projector. Use of the vents. non InFocus lamps may cause electrical shock and fire, and may void •...
  • Page 5 Follow these instructions to help ensure image quality and lamp life over the life of the projector. Failure to follow these instructions may affect the warranty. For complete details of the warranty, see the Warranty Booklet.
  • Page 6 Extender, DisplayLink Wireless Adapter, and LiteShow II. These items and for business presentations and home video viewing, too. The IN5502 and other accessories can be found on our website at www.infocus.com or at your IN5532 have WXGA 1280x800 resolution and the IN5504 and IN5534 have local dealer.
  • Page 7 Connector Panel power to an InFocus LiteShow II wireless device or InFocus DisplayLink Extender device. The projector provides both computer and video connection options, including: 12V Screen Trigger output • VGA computer (2) The 3.5mm mini-jack screen trigger provides a 12 volt, 0.25 amp DC output.
  • Page 8: Positioning The Projector

    Positioning the Projector To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of Vertical Image Offset is 50 - 110% your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guidelines: •...
  • Page 9: Ceiling Mount

    We strongly recommend using InFocus approved ceiling mounts for proper fitting, ventilation and installation. Refer to the installation guide that comes with the InFocus Ceiling Mount Kit (p/n SP-CEIL- INSTALL) 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.
  • Page 10: Connecting Power

    Installer.pkg. Open that file and follow the instructions on the screen. MOLEX * For detailed DisplayLink instructions and troubleshooting, and to download the MOLEX latest DisplayLink software, go to www.infocus.com/support/displaylink. VGA connection Connect computer cable Connect one end of the provided computer cable to the VGA 1 or VGA 2 connector on the projector and the other to the VGA connector on your computer.
  • Page 11: Optional Computer Connections

    Optional computer connections Connect monitor cable To get sound from the projector, connect an audio cable (optional cable, sold separately) to your computer and to the Audio 1 (used with VGA 1) or Audio 2 (used with VGA 2) connector on the projector. You can also assign your source to a different audio in connector, see page 24 and page 31 may also need an adapter.
  • Page 12: Displaying An Image

    LCD/CRT key labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your laptop’s documentation for more information about your laptop’s key combination or go to the InFocus website at: Fn key http://www.infocus.com/Support/LaptopActivation.aspx. No laptop image? Try pressing the Auto Image button on the keypad or remote.
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image Adjust distance Position the projector to the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. See the Appendix for screen sizes and distances associated with the various lens options. If the image is square but not centered on the screen or viewing area, adjust Adjust zoom, focus and Zoom or Focus in the Basic Picture menu.
  • Page 14: Connecting A Video Device

    No video cables are provided with the projector. You can order cables from component cable into the Component connectors (or if using BNC InFocus or use your own. connectors, plug into the RGBHV or YPbPr connectors as appropriate). Composite video connection In addition, a Component to VGA adapter can be used in conjunction with Plug the composite video cable’s yellow connector into the video out...
  • Page 15 What is Aspect Ratio? 4:3 screen 16:9 screen Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. Standard TV screens and older laptops are 4:3; HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9; and widescreen computers are 16:10. If you are projecting onto a screen, the size/shape of the screen will influence the aspect ratio you decide to use.
  • Page 16: Shutting Down The Projector

    The projector is too hot. Make sure the vents aren’t blocked (see page 21). Turn the projector off and wait one minute, then turn the projector on again. Contact Technical Support if the problem persists. Visit www.infocus.com/support to contact service. Lamp Turn the projector off and wait one minute, then turn the projector on again.
  • Page 17 Problem Solution Result No start up screen. Correct image. Plug the power cord into the projector then press the power button. If your computer is using the projector's DisplayLink Computer image projected. Only the start up screen appears. connector, see the DisplayLink Software User's Guide for troubleshooting information.
  • Page 18 Problem Solution Result No computer image, just the words “Signal out of Computer image projected. Press the Auto Image button on the keypad or remote. To adjust computer refresh rate, go to Control Panel > Display > range.” Settings > Advanced > Adapter (location varies by operating system).
  • Page 19 Problem Solution Result Image fuzzy or cropped Set your computer’s display resolution to the native Image clear and not cropped. resolution of the projector (Start > Settings > Control Panel > Display > Settings tab). For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn- on dual-display mode...
  • Page 20 Problem Solution Result Image not square. Adjust Keystone in the Basic Picture menu. Square image. Image not sharp. Adjust Sharpness in the Basic Picture menu. Correct image. Image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen. Change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Basic Correct image.
  • Page 21 Problem Solution Result Image upside down. Turn off Ceiling Mount in Setup menu. Correct image. Image reversed left to right. Turn off Rear Project in Setup menu. Correct image. Projected colors don’t match source. Adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast in the Basic Correct image.
  • Page 22 Problem Solution Result The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation If your computer is using the projector's DisplayLink Embedded video plays correctly. does not play on the screen. connector, see the DisplayLink Software User's Guide for video troubleshooting information. Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop. Lamp won’t turn on, Temperature light is on.
  • Page 23 Lamp door Replace lamp Still need assistance? If you need assistance, visit our support website at www.infocus.com/support or call us. Check out the How To section for additional information on using this projector for home theater or gaming applications. This product is backed by a limited warranty. An extended warranty plan may be purchased from your dealer.
  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control • Presets button to select stored settings (see page 28). • Mute button to silence the audio. The remote uses two (2) provided AA batteries. You can install the batteries • Auto Image button to resynchronize the projector to the source. by removing the cover from the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover.
  • Page 25: Using The Audio

    Troubleshooting Audio If you aren’t hearing the audio, check the following: • If your computer is using the projector's DisplayLink connector, see the InFocus DisplayLink Software User's Guide on the website at www.infocus.com/displaylink for audio troubleshooting information. Adjust volume •...
  • Page 26: Using The Keypad Buttons

    Help–button to access the projector’s help feature (page 33) settings later (page 28). • If your computer is using the projector's DisplayLink connector, see the InFocus DisplayLink Software User's Guide for information about optimizing images. Presentation features Several features are provided to make giving presentations easier. Here is an overview, details are found in the menu section.
  • Page 27: Optimizing Video Images

    Using command codes, text messages can be sent for display by the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general projector (and all other InFocus projectors with the Dynamic Messaging information on using the menus, see page 27.
  • Page 28: Using The 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 arrow buttons to move up and down to highlight the desired menu, then press the Select button.
  • Page 29: Basic Picture Menu

    Basic Picture menu Horz Keystone/Vert Keystone: Adjusts the image horizontally or vertically and makes a squarer image. To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the Focus and Zoom: Adjusts the focus and zooms the image in or out. arrow buttons to adjust the values, then press Select to confirm the changes.
  • Page 30: Advanced Picture Menu

    Advanced Picture menu Detect Film: Controls film mode detection, and determines whether the original source of the input video was film or video. BrilliantColor™: Produces an expanded onscreen color spectrum that Gamma: Select the appropriate gamma from among Video, Film, Bright, and delivers enhanced color saturation for bright, true-to-life images.
  • Page 31: Setup Menu

    Setup menu • Mute: Turns off all sound. • AV Mute: Enables or disables AV Mute function. Language: Allows you to select a language for the onscreen display. • Source: Cycles through available sources. Network: Allows you to setup network settings. See page 34 for details on •...
  • Page 32 Lamp Low Power: Toggles between on and off. Turn it on to lower the light Closed Captions: Controls closed caption display while audio is not muted. If output of the lamp. This also lowers the fan speed, making the projector this setting is not off, and audio is not muted, and the source is NTSC and quieter.
  • Page 33 Select OK or Cancel by pressing the Select button. Verify the new PIN. If you lose or forget your custom PIN: Contact InFocus support at www.infocus.com/support. Serial Port, Baud Rate: Selects the serial port and baud rate. Serial Port Echo: Controls whether the serial port echoes characters.
  • Page 34: Status And Service Menu

    Snapshot command in the Setup menu. When you see the Snapshot Successful message, hold down the Help button until the message is removed. To revert a customized Help screen back to the InFocus default Help screen, Status and Service menu a Factory Reset will be needed.
  • Page 35: Using Network Functions

    Using Network Functions Select IP Address. This will highlight the first of the four octets in the IP address. Press Up or Down to change the value, then press Select or Right IMPORTANT: To enable network functions at all times (even when the when done to move to the next octet.
  • Page 36 For command codes, see the remote control functions; other tabs correspond to the projector's menus. Appendix or visit the InFocus website at: www.infocus.com/support. NOTE: If a Basic User is logged in, only the Controls, Basic Picture, and Advanced Picture tabs are shown.
  • Page 37 Available Commands list. The RS-232 command codes are available in Daylight Savings Settings: Click this link to show daylight savings settings: the Appendix and on our website at www.infocus.com/support. NOTE:...
  • Page 38 Custom commands you enter here should be in write format (do not Network Subsystem Factory Reset: Returns all network and LitePort settings include '?'), and should use '<' and '>' instead of '(' and ')'. Example: to turn to default values and then restarts the projector network subsystem. on the ceiling mount setting, use the custom command <CEL1>.
  • Page 39: Using Liteport

    Using LitePort highlighted to start the slide show, or press Select when a folder is highlighted to open that folder. LitePort displays a slide show of JPEG images stored on a USB flash drive To start the slide show: While viewing thumbnails, press the arrow buttons connected to the projector.
  • Page 40 (For remaining items below, highlight the setting, then press Select one or Click the Office button in the upper left corner of the PowerPoint docu- more times to change the setting value.) ment window. Auto Start: Select On to have the player start the slide show when the USB Point to Save As, then click Other Formats.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting LitePort • If images load slowly: Make sure you are using a newer USB 2.0- compatible (high speed) USB flash drive. Larger image file sizes may also slow down the player; to reduce file size, use an image editing program on your computer to resize images smaller;...
  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the lens Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord. Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens.
  • Page 43 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. InFocus is not liable for the performance, safety or certification of any other lamps.
  • Page 44: Replacing The Projection Lamp (Single Lamp)

    For IN5504 and IN5502 (Single Lamp) Turn off and Wait 60 Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord. unplug projector minutes Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Remove the lamp door: (a) release the top latches by sliding the release buttons toward the rear of the projector (b) slide the top front cover towards the direction of the lens, (c) remove the 5 screws, then lift the lamp door off.
  • Page 45: Replacing The Projection Lamp (Dual Lamp)

    For IN5534 and IN5532 (Dual Lamp) Turn the projector off and unplug the power cord. Turn off and Wait 60 unplug projector minutes Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Remove the lamp door: (a) release the top latches by sliding the release buttons toward the rear of the projector, (b) slide the top front cover towards the direction of the lens, (3b)
  • Page 46 Replacing the lens Remove the top cover by: (a) Releasing the left and right latches on both sides of the projector. (b) Sliding the top front cover in the direction of the lens. Loosen the four screws then lift the lens door.
  • Page 47 Remove the lens by: (a) Pushing the release lever up to release lock (b) Removing the lens through the front of the projector Install the new lens by: (a) Inserting the new lens into the projector, label side up, through the front of the projector (b) Aligning the alignment pins at the top of the lens retaining frame and insert into the front of the engine.
  • Page 48: Using The Security Lock

    Using the security lock The projector has a security lock for use with a Cable Lock System. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it. Security lock...
  • Page 49: Appendix

    Appendix WUXGA WXGA Projected image size Projection Size: Projection Distance (inch/ Projection Distance (inch/ Standard Lens m) +/-10% m) +/-10% NOTE: Visit the Service section of our website for interactive image size cal- culators for the standard and optional lenses. Screen Size (inch/m) Minimum...
  • Page 50: Optional Lenses

    Projection Distance Projection Distance to remove the lens. Lens (inch/m) +/-10% (inch/m) +/-10% NOTE: You can order optional lenses from www.infocus.com (in select areas), your retailer or your dealer. Screen Size (inch/m) 30/0.8 20/0.5 21/0.5 Fixed Short Throw Lens Features and Specifications (LENS-050): 40/1.0...
  • Page 51 Short Throw Lens Features and Specifications (LENS-051): • Focal Length: 18.1-21.7 • Screen Size: 30-500 inch • Motorized Zoom and Focus • Zoom Ratio: 1.20:1 • Lens Shift Position: 50-110% Vertical; +/-60% Horizontal • Throw Distance Ratio: 1.21-1.45: 1 (WUXGA); 1.27-1.52:1 (WXGA) •...
  • Page 52 Long Throw Lens Features and Specifications (LENS-052): • Focal Length: 28.6-54.3 • Screen Size: 30-500 inch • Motorized Zoom and Focus • Zoom Ratio: 1.90:1 • Lens Shift Position: 50-110% Vertical; +/-60% Horizontal • Throw Distance Ratio: 1.93-3.67 (WUXGA); 2.03-3.85:1 (WXGA) •...
  • Page 53 Ultra Long Throw Lens Features and Specifications (LENS-053): • Focal Length: 54.1-102.7 • Screen Size: 30-500 inch • Motorized Zoom and Focus • Zoom Ratio: 1.90:1 • Lens Shift Position: 50-110% Vertical; +/-60% Horizontal • Throw Distance Ratio: 3.67-6.97:1 (WUXGA); 3.85-7.32:1 (WXGA) •...
  • Page 54: Splitscreen Compatibility

    SplitScreen Compatibility Splitscreen allows two distinct sources to be displayed simultaneously. Switch primary sources, make picture adjustments and choose one of multiple display options: either two side by side horizontal or vertical source regions, or a small secondary source image displayed on top of the primary source in one of four placement options.lets you show two different sources at the same time.
  • Page 55: Rs-232 Commands

    RS-232 commands ? denotes the read request ) ends the command IMPORTANT: When formatting commands sent from a control system or A read command returns the range and the current setting, for example: computer, enclose commands in parentheses “(“ and “)”. When entering custom commands into Scheduled Tasks in the projector’s web interface, enclose commands in less than/greater than symbols “<”...
  • Page 56 Some commands have ranges, while others are absolute. If a number greater than the maximum range is received, it is automatically set to the maximum number for that function. If a command is received that is not Function Command Default Step understood, a "?"...
  • Page 57 Color Gain - Blue Blank Key BSS at RW Color Offset - Red 0: blue screen 1: timer Color Offset - 2: test patterns Green 3: black screen 4: white screen Color Offset - Blue 5: factory logo Color Space CSM at RW 6: snapshot 0: RGB...
  • Page 58 Custom Key EFK at RW Dynamic Messaging (Effect) Error Condition 0: blank screen 1: mute Factory Reset RST at W 2: NA (reserved) 0: not reset 3: aspect ratio 1: reset 4: source 5: auto image Fast Color Refresh 6: freeze screen 7: NA (reserved) Flesh Tone 8: source info...
  • Page 59 Horizontal DKH at RW Lamp 2 Resets Keystone Lamp 2 Total 0: disable Hours 1: enable Lamp 2 Normal Horizontal (High Power) Pincushion Hours Horizontal Position HPS at RW Lamp 2 Low Power Horizontal Shift Hours Internal Sound INT at RW Lamp Life Enable Lamp Low Power...
  • Page 60 LitePort Auto Start Motorized Focus Further LitePort Firmware Version Motorized Lens Shift Up LitePort Show All Folders Motorized Lens Shift Down LitePort Fill Screen Motorized Lens LitePort Next Slide Shift Left LitePort Effect Motorized Lens Shift Right LitePort Show Info Motorized Lens LitePort Source Shift Center...
  • Page 61 Network IP IP addr 0.0.0.0 Power-up Source DSC at RW Address 0: DisplayLink 1: VGA 1 Network MAC string 2: VGA 2 Address 3: RGBHV 4: HDMI 1 Network Restart 5: HDMI 2 Command 6: Component 7: S-video Network Subnet IP addr 255.255 8: Composite...
  • Page 62 Projector Total Search Screen Hours Serial Number string Projector Normal Serial Port Baud (High Power) Rate Hours Serial Port Count Projector (Low Power) Hours Serial Port Echo Rear Project REA at RW Service Password string 0: disable 1: enable Set Black Level Reset Lamp Hours Sharpness SHP at RW...
  • Page 63 Source Info SplitScreen Second SSL at RW Source Source Infor - string 0: off Active Source 1: DisplayLink Name 2: VGA 1 3: VGA 2 Source Info - Signal string 4: RGBHV Format 5: HDMI 1 6: HDMI 2 Source Info - string 7: Component Aspect Ratio...
  • Page 64 Test Pattern Select Tint TNT at RW Tracking MTS at RW USB Audio Enable Vertical Keystone DKC at RW Vertical Pincushion Vertical Position VPS at RW Vertical Shift Video Standard VSU at RW 0: Auto 1: NTSC 2: PAL 3. SECAM Volume VOL at RW White Peaking...
  • Page 65: Table Of Contents Index

    9 computer 9 Presentation features 25 video device 13 Projected image size 48 Connecting a computer source 9 Projector contacting InFocus 22 keypad buttons 25 customer service contact information 22 menus 27 projector Digital Zoom 28 connecting computers 9...
  • Page 66 speakers, connecting external 24 SplitScreen Compatibility 53 S-video connector 13 Troubleshooting Network Functions 37 TV tuner 13 USB 9 User Access and Security Page 37 Viewing a Slide Show 38 Volume button 24 warranty 22 zoom 12...

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