Lightspeed Design DepthQ -WXGA User Manual

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Page 1 ® DepthQ -WXGA H I G H D E F I N I T I O N V I D E O P R O J E C T O R ® A p r o d u c t o f L i g h t s p e e d D e s i g n , I n c . c o - d e v e l o p e d w i t h I n F o c u s C o r p .
Page 2 Trademarks Canada DepthQ is a registered trademark of Lightspeed Design, Inc. InFocus, In Focus, and INFOCUS (stylized) are either registered trademarks or trademarks of InFocus Corporation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2m) away from any heating Displaying an Image or cooling vents. Adjusting the Image • Use only Lightspeed Design and InFocus-approved ceiling mounts. Connecting a Video Device Composite Video Connection Warning: To prevent eye injury if the projector is ceiling mounted, wear protective eyewear before opening lamp door.
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Your new DepthQ® HD 3D projector is simple to connect, easy to use, and keypad straightforward to maintain. It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for both professional work as well as home entertainment. The DepthQ® -WXGA has 1280x720 native resolution and is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, both in 3D and 2D.
Page 5 Connector Panel The projector provides both computer (3D or 2D) and video (2D) connection options, including: • VESA VGA computer (2) Note that these are two separate inputs that you may switch between. They are not separate left and right inputs. Either input can be 3D or 2D, but the two do not combine to create the stereoscopic effect, nor can you display signals from both inputs at the same time.
Page 6: Positioning The Projector
Positioning the Projector Projector Location 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. As distance increases, the image gets larger and Here are some general guidelines: moves upwards.
Page 7: Projector And Device Connector Guide
Projector and Device Connector Guide The following illustration and table should help you find the connectors to use and obtain the best resolution possible from your input devices, such as computers, standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV sources (1080i and 720p HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games (progressive and interlaced), and laser disc players.
Page 8 Attach to Adapter Video If Your Device or Labeled Video Device For Setup Instructions, see Comments Connector on Compatibility Connector Is Projector 1280x720 1024x768 HD 3D via Computer Computer 1 or VESA connection on page 14 For progressive 800x600 (Stereoscopically-enabled Computer 2 120 Hz sources only.
Page 9 Attach to Adapter Video If Your Device or Labeled Video Device For Setup Instructions, see Comments Connector on Compatibility Connector Is Projector 1080i, 720P Computer 1 or VESA connection on page 14 Standard Computer 2 60 Hz Refresh 2D HDTV Component video connection on Component 480i Component video...
Page 10: Connecting A Computer Source
Connecting a Computer Source Required Computer Connections Connect one end of the provided VGA computer cable to the Computer 1 or Computer 2 connector on the projector and the other to the VESA connector on your computer’s graphics card. If you are using a desktop computer (currently your only option for viewing stereo 3D on the DepthQ projector), you will need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port connect computer cable...
Page 11: Displaying An Image
Displaying an Image • For 3D, Connect your Infra-Red (IR) emitter (not included) to your computer. A) If your graphics card has an onboard DIN3 connector (FX3700, FX4600, Infra-Red Emitter Infra-Red Emitter etc.) connect your IR emitter directly to the onboard DIN3 connector. (not included) (not included) B) If your graphics card does not have an onboard DIN3 connector (FX1500)
Page 12 • The image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Source button on the projector’s keypad or remote. You may have to press it more than once. Important: If there is still no video, restart your computer (ensure it’s connected to the projector and the projector is turned on).
Page 13: Adjusting The Image
Adjusting the Image • adjust height If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by pressing the elevator foot release button to extend the foot. • release button 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 side of the projector.
Page 14: Connecting A Video Device
Connecting a Video Device 4:3 screen 16:9 screen For 3D use, you will need to use a computer running stereoscopically- enabled software as your source. For 2D use, you can connect video devices Overspill such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector.
Page 15: Composite Video Connection
Video Device Connections S-Video Connection If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, plug an No video cables are provided with the projector. You can order cables from S-video cable into the S-video connector on your video device and into the the DepthQ®...
Page 16: Shutting Down The Projector
Shutting Down the Projector The projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is Table 2: Status indicator light behavior and meaning detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the projector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote Status Indicator Panel icons Meaning or keypad button is pressed.
Page 17 Troubleshooting Your Setup Problem Solution Result  no start up screen correct image plug power cord into the projector press power button Sta rtu p Scr een  press the Source button only start up screen appears computer image projected activate laptop’s external port Sta rtu p Scr een...
Page 18 no computer image, just the words “Signal out of press the Auto Image button on keypad to re-sync computer image projected range” adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced>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 19 Problem Solution Result set your computer’s display resolution to image clear and not cropped image fuzzy or cropped 1280x720 (the native resolution of the projector) (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab) For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn on dual-display mode move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height image not centered on screen correct image adjust horizontal or...
Page 20 Problem Solution Result image not square adjust Keystone on keypad square image image not sharp sharp correct image adjust Sharpness in the Basic Picture menu change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Basic correct image image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen s not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen Picture>Aspect ratio menu...
Page 21 Problem Solution Result turn off Ceiling Mount in Setup menu correct image image upside down turn off Rear Project in Setup menu image reversed left to right correct image projected colors don’t match source adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast in the correct image Basic Picture menu COLOR...
Page 22 Problem Solution Result 3D projected colors don’t match source Press the Menu button. correct image If the colors are still wrong, press the arrow button one or more times until the color shift is corrected. COLOR COLOR COLOR (Please note that this is a work-around for a known bug, and future firmware upgrades will address this issue.) 3D stereo-sync malfunctioning:...
Page 23 Problem Solution Result The video embedded in my PowerPoint turn off the internal LCD display on your Embedded video plays correctly presentation does not play on the screen laptop FN key monitor key or LCD/CRT key make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the lamp won’t turn on, Temperature light is on projector and allow it to cool for one lamp turns on...
Page 24 This product is backed by a limited warranty. An extended warranty plan may be purchased from Lightspeed Design, Inc. or your dealer. When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit in its original packing material, or having a professional packaging company...
Page 25: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control Troubleshooting the Remote • Make sure the batteries are installed in the proper The remote uses two (2) provided AA batteries. They are easily installed by orientation and are not dead. removing the cover from the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the •...
Page 26: Using The Audio
Using the Audio Using the Projector’s Speaker To use the projector’s speaker, connect your source to the Audio In Computer or Video connectors. To adjust the volume, press the Volume buttons on the keypad or remote. connect audio cable Troubleshooting Audio If you aren’t hearing the audio, check the following: •...
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 and off (page 10). Auto Image –resets the projector to the source (page 17). Presets –cycles through the available preset settings (page 30).
Page 28: Optimizing Computer Images
Optimizing Computer Images Presentation Features Several features are provided to make giving presentations After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on easier. Here is an overview; details are found in the menu section. the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. •...
Page 29: Optimizing Video Images
Optimizing Video Images After your video device is connected properly and the image is on the ? Ceiling Mount ? screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general To flip the image vertically turn information on using the menus, see page 29. on the Ceiling Mount setting •...
Page 30: 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 31: Basic Picture Menu
Basic Picture Menu To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press Select to confirm the changes. • Brightness: changes the intensity of the image. • Contrast: controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture and changes the amount of black and white in the image.
Page 32: Advanced Picture Menu
Advanced Picture Menu • BrilliantColor™ : produces an expanded on-screen color spectrum that delivers enhanced color saturation for bright, true-to-life images. Choose Normal Look for most video sources and Bright Look for most computer sources. • White Peaking: increases the brightness of whites that are near 100%. Note - with the 3D Images setting ON (see below), White Peaking has no effect.
Page 33: Setup Menu
• Setup Menu Power Sounds: Controls whether the projector makes a sound when • powered on and off. Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display. • • Auto Source: When this feature is On, the projector automatically finds the Custom Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Custom active source, checking the selected Power-up Source first.
Page 34: Ceiling Mount
• Ceiling Mount: turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection. ? Ceiling Mount ? • Rear Project: reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent To flip the image vertically turn screen. on the Ceiling Mount setting •...
Page 35: Status And Service Menu
• PIN Protect: The PIN (personal identification number) Status and Service Menu feature allows you to password protect your projector. • Source Info: a read-only display of current source settings. Once you enable the PIN feature, you must enter the PIN •...
Page 36: Maintenance
Maintenance Cleaning the Lens 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. Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion.
Page 37: Replacing The Projection Lamp
NOTE: You can order new lamps from www.depthq,com/accessories.html, your retailer or your dealer. Only genuine InFocus lamps are tested for use in this projector. Neither Lightspeed Design nor InFocus is liable for the performance, safety or certification of any other lamps. The use of other...
Page 38 • Be extremely careful when removing the lamp module. In the unlikely loosen three screws event that the lamp ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated. The lamp module is designed to contain most of these fragments, but use caution when removing it. Before replacing a ruptured lamp, clean the lamp compartment and dispose of cleaning materials.
Page 39: Stereoscopic 3D Concerns
Stereoscopic 3D Concerns • DepthQ-WXGA HD 3D projectors support the highest quality stereoscopic display DepthQ-WXGA HD 3D projectors support the highest quality stereoscopic display technique available, frame-sequential technique available, frame-sequential progressive “page flip”, at a very high frequency of 120 Hz (60 fps per eye). This provides flickerless, fatigue-free 3D progressive “page flip”, at a very high frequency of 120 Hz (60 fps per eye).
Page 40 Lightspeed Design 23 INDEX Contrast 30 120 Hz 7, 8, 10, 38 Custom key 27, 32 16x9 vs 4x3 13 customer service contact information 23 customizing the projector 28 3D Images Setting 31 connections 4, 7 DVDs 30 displaying 10, 11...
Page 41 Overscan 31 rear projection 33 reliability 3 Page-Flip (frame-sequential) 38 remote control 24 PC Screen Saver Off 33 Replacing the projection lamp 36,37 Phase 31 resetting the projector 34 Picture menu 30 PIN 34 RS-232 4 Screen Aspect 13 positioning the projector 5 Screen Save 15, 32 Power connector 9 security lock 35...
Page 42 Vertical 31 VESA connection 7, 8, 9,14 video devices, connecting 7, 8, 9,14 video optimizing 28 Video Standard 32 Volume button 25 warranty 23 White Peaking 31 zoom 12 D E S I G N L i g h t s p e e d D e s i g n , I n c . 1611 116th Ave NE, Suite 112 Bellevue, WA 98004 USA 206.784.1385...

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