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Proxima DP8400x User Manual

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  • Page 1 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 2 High-per formance Installation—Innovative Ease of Use DP8400x/ DP8500x User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 97070 USA European Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands Agency Approvals We declare under our sole responsibility that this projector conform to the following directives and norms:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the included Table of Contents Quick Set Up card. For complete details on connecting and operating the Introduction projector, refer to this User’s Guide. Electronic versions of this User’s Guide Positioning the projector in multiple languages are available on the included CD and on our website.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Projector components and features: front Your new multimedia projector provides three computer, three video, and keypad two audio inputs, one audio output, RS-232 control, and has XGA 1024x768 resolution. Optional user-changeable short, fixed short, long and super long heat vent throw lenses make this a flexible product suitable for many different uses.
  • Page 7 Connector Panel component video The projector provides three computer and three video connection options: VESA computer wired RS232 remote • one M1-D (DVI with USB) remote monitor M1-D computer serial control control • one VESA computer RJ-45 receiver (IR) • one BNC (RGBHV and Pr, Pb, Y) •...

  • Page 8: Positioning The Projector

    Positioning the projector To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guide- lines: •...

  • Page 9: Connecting A Computer

    Connecting a computer connect computer cable Required computer connections Connect one end of the VESA computer cable to the Computer 2 connector on the projector. Connect the other end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you first need to disconnect the moni- tor cable from the computer’s video port.
  • Page 10 If you are using a desktop computer and want to see the image on your computer screen as well as on the projection screen, plug the monitor cable connect monitor cable to the Monitor out connector on the projector. You can also connect to your computer using a BNC cable. Connect the BNC connectors on the BNC cable to the appropriate Computer 3 connectors on connect BNC cables the projector.

  • Page 11: Displaying A Computer Image

    Displaying a computer image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Press the power switch on the back of the projector to the on position, then press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. press Power switch press Power button The LED flashes green and the fans start to run.

  • Page 12: First-Time Projector Use With Windows 98

    First-time projector use with Windows 98 The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wiz- ard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system).
  • Page 13 Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality. • The Wizard launches two times. The first time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the key- board).

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image release adjust height release button Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- button tons on each side of the projector’s front to extend the elevator feet. elevator elevator foot foot Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree adjust distance angle (perpendicular) to the screen.

  • Page 15: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device connect A/V cable Standard video connections Plug the audio/video (A/V) cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yel- low Video 3 connector on the projector. Plug a white connector into the left audio out connector on the video device and plug a red connector into the right audio out connector on the video device.
  • Page 16 You can also connect to your video device using a BNC cable. Connect the BNC connectors of the BNC cable to the appropriate Computer 3 connec- tors on the projector. Connect the other end to the video port on your video connect BNC cables device.

  • Page 17: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a video image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. Press the power switch on the back of the projector to the on position, then press Power switch press Power button press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run.
  • Page 18 Adjust the zoom or focus by pressing the power Zoom or power Focus buttons on the keypad until the desired image size and focus are produced. adjust Zoom and Focus zoom focus You can also adjust the zoom and focus via the menus. See page 32 If the image is not on the screen or viewing area, adjust the it by pressing the adjust Lens Shift lens shift button on the keypad.

  • Page 19: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup The projector automatically blanks the screen after no active source is If your image appears correctly on the screen, skip to the next section. If it detected for 30 minutes. This blank screen helps preserve the life of the pro- does not, troubleshoot the setup.
  • Page 20 Source Troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Plug power cable in, press power switch, press power button. Remove lens cap. No startup screen Correct image Computer image projected Only startup screen appears Press the Computer button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop...
  • Page 21 Adjust computer refresh rate in Control Computer image projected No computer image, just the words “Signal out of Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced> range” Adapter (location varies by operating system) You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the following problem, “Image fuzzy or cropped”...
  • Page 22 Set your computer’s display resolution to Image clear and not cropped Image fuzzy or cropped the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab, select1024x768) For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dual- display mode Connect USB cable (page 8) then load USB Remote controls navigation buttons.
  • Page 23 Projector troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Square image Image not square Adjust keystone the Picture menu Adjust the focus on the keypad or Correct image Image not sharp Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Correct image Image does not fit 16:9 screen Picture>Aspect ratio menu...
  • Page 24 Turn on/off Ceiling in Settings>System Correct image menu Image upside down Image reversed left to right Turn on/off Rear in Settings>System menu Correct image Correct image Projected colors don’t match source Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus COLOR COLOR...
  • Page 25 Make sure vents aren’t blocked; allow Unplug projector; wait one minute; plug in Lamp won’t turn on, Temp LED solid red (page 46) projector to cool for one minute projector and turn it on: lamp lights solid temp lamp Lamp won’t turn on, Lamp LED blinking red Lamp must be replaced (page 40) (page 46) Lamp turns on...
  • Page 26 Correct image Move projector, adjust zoom or lens shift on Image not centered on screen keypad, adjust height Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Still having problems? If you need assistance, visit our website or call us. See the inside of the back cover for a list of all contact numbers and relevant web addresses.

  • Page 27: Using The Keypad Buttons

    Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an over- view of their functions: power–turns the projector on (page 10) and off (page 16). lens shift–shifts the projected image up or down zoom–moves the projected image closer or further away.

  • Page 28: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control laser The remote uses two (2) provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed navigation buttons button by sliding the cover off the remote's back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. To operate, point the remote at the projection screen or at the projector (not at the computer).

  • Page 29: Using The Audio

    Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con- connect audio cable nector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote. To adjust the balance, or loudness, use the Audio menu (see page 35). To mute the sound, press the Mute button.

  • Page 30: Optimizing Computer Images

    Optimizing computer images Presentation features After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on Several features are provided to make giving presentation easier. The fol- the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For gen- lowing is an overview, details are found in the menu section on page 31.

  • Page 31: Optimizing Video Images

    Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general informa- page 35 to page 39 for details on these features.

  • Page 32: Using The Menus

    Using the menus To open the menus, press the menu button on the keypad or remote. (The Menu menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The button Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to high- light the desired submenu, then press the Select button.

  • Page 33: Picture Menu

    Picture menu To adjust the following six settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use Keystone Vertical the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm the changes. decreasing keystone increasing keystone Zoom: allows you to adjust a lens to zoom in and out. Highlight Zoom, then press the up or down arrows on the keypad or remote.
  • Page 34 Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying com- puter presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. (Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or Save Settings sporting event.) You can use the preset as a starting point, then further cus- tomize the settings for each source.
  • Page 35 Advanced settings Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Sharpness Color Space: This option applies to computer and component video sources. It allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the input signal.

  • Page 36: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to the Balance and Volume. Also allows you to turn on and off the Internal speakers, and projector startup Chime. Settings Sources allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key menu Audio when using the Integrator remote.
  • Page 37 Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen after no signals are detected for five minutes. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Screen Save is disabled when Power Save is enabled. Save Screen Startup Logo: allows you to display a blank Black, White, or Blue screen instead of the default screen at startup and when no source is detected.
  • Page 38 PiP: (Picture in Picture) allows you to overlay a smaller window showing the video source on top of the larger computer source window. Only video sources 2 and 3 (composite and S-video) support PiP. You must have both a computer and video source connected to use PiP. You can’t show a com- puter image in the smaller PiP window, only a video image.
  • Page 39 Network: The projector has an RJ45 Ethernet connector that supports net- work connections and TCP/IP protocols. This will allow for the control and management of the projector over a corporate network. The following fields are accessible when DHCP is not checked and available for manual entry of data.

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Maintenance NOTE: When you are performing maintenance activities on your projector, clean the lens with a soft dry cloth keep in mind that you should only remove screws that are single-slot, or and non-abrasive flathead, screws. Any other type of screw, such as a phillips or star should cleaner not be removed.

  • Page 41: Replacing The Projection Lamp

    To remove a lens, push the lever inside the lens housing and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Remove the lens. lever inside To install a new lens, place it in the opening through the front of the pro- lens housing jector, aligning the red dot (near the base of the lens) with the red dot on the projector.
  • Page 42 Loosen the three captive screws on the lamp module. loosen the captive screws on lamp module WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury. •...

  • Page 43: Cleaning The Dust Filter

    Cleaning the dust filter Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. turn off and unplug the projector Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. WARNING: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you clean or replace the dust filter.

  • Page 44: Appendix

    Appendix Table 2: Projection sizes: Short Fixed lens (0.8:1 throw ratio) Image Size Projected image size Diagonal Image Image Width NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator. Distance (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) Table 1: Projection sizes: Standard lens (1.5 - 2.2:1 throw ratio) Min Distance 4.69/1.43 3.75/1.14...
  • Page 45 Table 3: Projection sizes: Short Zoom lens (1.1 -1.51 throw ratio range) Table 4: Projection sizes: Long Throw lens (2.2 - 4.2:1 throw ratio range) Minimum Image Maximum Image Minimum Image Maximum Image Diagonal Image Diagonal Image Diagonal Image Diagonal Image Distance Image...
  • Page 46 Table 5: Projection sizes: Super Long throw lens 3.9 - 7.3:1) Minimum Image Maximum Image Diagonal Image Diagonal Image Distance Image Width Image Width (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) Min Distance 1.28/0.39 1.03/0.31 2.4/0.73 1.92/0.59 7.5/2.3 25/7.6 4.28/1.3 3.42/1.04 8.01/2.44 6.41/1.95 50/15.2 8.56/2.61...

  • Page 47: Led Behavior

    LED Behavior Power: solid red Lamp won’t strike (blinks one time) Temp: N/A Lamp has exceeded lamp hours limit LED color/behavior Meaning Lamp: blinking red (blinks two times) Lamp has failed (blinks three times) Power: blinking green The power switch has been toggled Lamp door is open (blinks four times) Temp: N/A on and the software is initializing, or...

  • Page 48: Rs-232 Commands

    A read command returns the range and the current setting, for example: RS-232 commands Communication Configuration Read Command Examples Visit our website for additional RS-232 settings and information. Function Command Response To control this projector via RS-232, connect a null modem cable and set the control system serial port settings to match the following communication Brightness (BRT?)
  • Page 49 Write Command Examples Com- Function Step mand fault Function Command Response Auto Power APO at RW Brightness (BRT140) Sets the brightness to 140 0: disable 1: enable Power (PWRO) Turns power off Aspect Ratio ARZ at RW Power (PWR1) Turns power on 0: Native 1: 16:9 Error Conditions...
  • Page 50 Com- Com- Function Step Function Step mand fault mand fault Contrast CON at RW Effect EFK at RW 0: blank Color Space CSM at RW 1: mute 0: RGB 2: aspect ratio 1: SMPTE240 3: source 2: REC709 4: auto image 3: REC601 5: freeze 7: Auto...
  • Page 51 Com- Com- Function Step Function Step mand fault mand fault Time In Hours Last LB3 at R 32766 Menu Navigation NAV at W Bulb3 Lasted 0: up 1: down Lamp Lit LML at R 4: select 0: not lit 1: lit NND at RW 0: disable Lamp Hours...
  • Page 52 Com- Com- Function Step Function Step mand fault mand fault Rear REA at RW Color Temp TMP at RW 0: disable 0: 9300K 1: enable 1: 6500K 2: 7200K Factory Reset RST at W 3: User 0: not reset 1: reset Tint TNT at RW Sharpness...
  • Page 53 Com- Function Step mand fault PiP Size Selection PSS at RW 0: off 1: small 2: medium 3: large PiP Input PIN at RW 3: video 2 1: video 3 PiP Position PPO at RW 0: lower right 1: upper right 2: lower left 3: lower right 10: user...
  • Page 54 customer service contact information 26 Numerics 1024x768 resolution 6 Default gateway 39 DHCP 39 About 38 Display Messages 36 Aspect Ratio 38 displaying audio 29 computer image 11 Audio In connector 9, 15 PiP 38 Auto Image 38 video image 17 Auto Power 36 Drivers 12 Autosource 36...
  • Page 55 Info network 39 only startup screen appears 20 IP Address 39 Overscan 35 IR Receivers 36 Picture in Picture 38 lamp replacement 41 Picture menu 33 Lamp Reset 39 PiP 38 lamp won’t turn on 25 Power button 17 Language 39 power cable 9, 15 laptop Power Save 36...
  • Page 56 security lock 43 warranty 26, 57 Serial connection 10 Windows 2000 13 serial connection 7 Windows 98 12 Service 39 Windows ME, XP 13 Service Code 39 wired 9 Settings menu 36 wired remote 9 shutdown projector 19 XGA 6 solid red 47 Source 38 zoom 14, 18...
  • Page 57 Limited Warranty WARRANTY LIMITATION AND EXCLUSION InFocus Corporation (“InFocus”) warrants that the Projector (“Product”) purchased THIS WARRANTY SETS FORTH INFOCUS’ MAXIMUM LIABILITY FOR ITS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO PRODUCTS PURCHASED from InFocus, an InFocus distributor, or an InFocus reseller will conform to the man- FROM INFOCUS OR AN INFOCUS AUTHORIZED RESELLER.
  • Page 58 Limited Warranty Period No repair or replacement of Product or part thereof shall extend the Limited War- ranty period as to the entire Product. Warranty on the repair part and workmanship The Limited Warranty period commences on the date of purchase by the end-user shall only be effective for a period of ninety (90) days following the repair or replace- customer for both the 2 year Product Warranty and the 1 year Accessory Warranty.

  • Page 59: If You Need Assistance

    SUPPORT IS FREE IN EUROPE, Many resources are available on between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, call InFocus Corporation in our website at www.proxima.com. Monday through Friday. Support The Netherlands at Here’s a sample: is available in North America (31) 20 579 2820.
  • Page 60 DP8400x/ DP8500x InFocus Corporation 27700B SW Parkway Avenue Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-9215 1-800-294-6400 • 503-685-8888 Fax: 503-685-8887 http://www.infocus.com In Europe: InFocus International B.V. Strawinskylaan 585 1077 XX Amsterdam,The Netherlands Phone: +31 20 579 2000 Fax: +31 20 579 2999 In Asia:...
  • Page 61 PLEASE READ This manual is provided as a free service by Projector.com. We are in no way responsible for the contents of the manual. We do not guarantee its accuracy and we do not make any claim of copyright. The copyright remains the property of their respective owners.

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