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InFocus LP 70+ User Manual

InFocus LP 70+ User Manual

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  • Page 1 multi-use per formance User’s Guide www.htrgroup.com...
  • Page 2 This entire user’s guide is available on the enclosed CD as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Norwe- gian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese. Before using this projector, please read these instructions.
  • Page 3 Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. InFocus and LP are trademarks or registered trademarks of InFocus Corporation.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Important Operating Considerations Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft coverings that may block the front or back vents. Do not use a non-approved ceiling mount. In the unlikely event of the bulb rupturing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and discard any edible items that may have been placed in that area.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Your new digital projector is easy to connect, use, and maintain. It is an exceptional projector for both business presentations and home entertain- ® ment. The InFocus X1 is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including: •...

  • Page 6: Positioning The Projector

    If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the installation guide that comes with the Ceiling Mount Kit for more information. To turn the image upside down, see “Ceiling” on page 33. InFocus recom- mends using an authorized InFocus ceiling mount. The Ceiling Mount Kit is sold separately;...

  • Page 7: Connecting A Computer Source

    Monitor Out connector on the projector. To control your computer’s mouse using the projector’s remote control, con- nect the projector to the computer via the USB cable (included). USB drivers must be installed to use the USB feature. For more information, see page 10.

  • Page 8: Displaying A Computer Source Image

    Displaying a computer source image Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Image

    Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- ton to extend the foot. Rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector, if necessary. Avoid placing your hands in near the hot exhaust vent in front of the projec- tor.

  • Page 10: Using The Projector With Windows 98 For The First Time

    Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time 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 11 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 three times. The first time it detects a USB Composite Device.

  • Page 12: Connecting A Video Device

    HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. There is also an audio input. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the onboard speaker, or you can connect it to your stereo’s receiver to get sound from your own speakers.

  • Page 13: Video Connections

    Component video connector requires Breakout cables purchased from a third-party. NOTE: S-video cables are not included with the InFocus X1 projector. You can purchase this accessory separately. See page 39 for a list of accessories you can purchase for this projector.

  • Page 14: Video Device Connections

    If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, plug an S- video cable (sold separately) into the S-video connector on your video device and into the S-video connector on the projector. Use the audio cable and the audio adapter as described above.

  • Page 15: Component Video Connection

    Computer In connector on the projector. Use the audio adapter as described on the previous page. Connect the power cord to the Power connector on the side of the projector and to your electrical outlet. NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.

  • Page 16: Displaying Video

    Displaying video Remove the lens cap. Toggle the Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start-up screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.
  • Page 17 Adjust the zoom and focus. If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the key- pad. Press the top Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the bottom Keystone button to reduce the lower part. Adjust the volume on the keypad or remote.

  • Page 18: Shutting Down The Projector

    20 minutes. By default, this feature is off. See page 33. Turning off the projector You can turn the projector off simply by toggling the power switch to the off position. You can also press the remote’s Power button to place the projector in the Off state while it is running.
  • Page 19 Problem no start up screen only start up screen appears Solution plug power cord in projector’s left side remove lens cap toggle power switch toggle power switch on side press the Computer button activate laptop’s external port restart laptop Result...
  • Page 20 Problem no computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Solution press the Auto Image button on keypad 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 21 Problem image fuzzy or cropped image not centered on screen Solution set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab) select 800x600 For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dual- display mode move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height...
  • Page 22 Problem image not square image not sharp image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen Solution adjust Keystone on keypad adjust Sharpness (video sources only) in the Picture>Advanced menu change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Result square image correct image...
  • Page 23 Problem image upside down image reversed left to right projected colors don’t match source COLOR Solution turn off ceiling in Settings>System menu turn off rear in Settings>System menu adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Result correct image correct image correct image COLOR...
  • Page 24 LED blinking red Solution make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector and allow it to cool for a minute if lamp hours > 3,000, lamp must be replaced (see page 36) check lamp hours Main>About...
  • Page 25 1-888-592-6800. Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com. In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at +31 (0)20 579 2820. In Asia, call InFocus in Singapore at (65) 6334-9005. This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty (page 45). An extended warranty plan may be purchased from your dealer.

  • Page 26: Using The Remote Control

    Pressing the remote’s Power button when the projector’s Power toggle switch is in the Off position does not cause the projector to power up. You need to put the projector’s Power toggle switch in the On position to let the remote power on the projector.

  • Page 27: Using The Audio

    Using the audio To use the projector’s speaker, connect your source to the Audio In connec- tor on the projector. See page 13 regarding using the audio adapter. To adjust the volume, press the Volume buttons on the keypad or remote.

  • Page 28: Optimizing Computer Images

    (page 34). • Two options, Power Save and Screen Save, are provided to automati- cally shut down the projector after several minutes of inactivity or dis- play a black screen. This helps preserve lamp life (page 33).

  • Page 29: Optimizing Video Images

    • Turn on Overscan to remove noise on the edges of the image. Customizing the projector You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 33 to page 35 for details on these features. • For rear projection, turn rear mode on in the Settings>System menu.

  • Page 30: Using The Menus

    For example, if the projector is set to a video source but the source, such as a DVD player, is turned off video menu options are grayed out.

  • Page 31: Picture Menu

    TV screens are usually 4:3. HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9. The default is 4:3. Select Native to see the unmodified input with no resizing by the projector. Select 16:9 to watch enhanced widescreen DVDs. For more information regarding Aspect Ratio, see page 11.
  • Page 32 Presets: Presets are provided that optimize the projector for displaying computer 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 sporting event.
  • Page 33 Color Control Video Standard: when it is set to Auto, the projector attempts to automati- cally pick the video standard based on the input signal it receives. (The video standard options may vary depending on your region of the world.) If the projector is unable to detect the correct standard, the colors may not look right or the image may appear “torn.”...

  • Page 34: Settings Menu

    Sources 1 (for S-video connections), and Video 2 (for composite video connections) Power-up for video sources. When this feature is Off, the projector defaults to the Source source selected in Power-up Source. To display another source, you must manually select one by pressing the Computer or Video button on the remote or keypad.
  • Page 35 Press the right mouse button to decrease the magnification. Press the Effect button to cancel zoom and return to normal magnification. • About: the default effect. It opens a window with projector and source information. Startup Logo Effect Key...
  • Page 36 Do this only after changing the lamp. Service Code: only used by authorized service personnel. About: provides information about the projector and the active source. Showing the About box is the default action assigned to the Effect button. Language menu...

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. Wait 30 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Turn the projector on its side so that the lamp door is facing you. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lamp door from the projector by placing the screwdriver blade into the space between the top of the lamp door and the projector.
  • Page 38 Re-attach the lamp connector to the projector. The locking tab should engage when the connector is fully plugged in. Replace the lamp door. Plug in the power cord and toggle the Power switch to turn the projector back on. To reset the lamp hour timer, navigate to the Settings>Service menu and select Lamp Reset.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Lamp Housing Screens

    Replace the lamp housing and lamp door. Using the security lock The projector has a security lock for use with a PC Guardian Cable Lock System. See “Optional Accessories” on page 40 for ordering information. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it.

  • Page 40: Appendix

    Input Power Requirements 100-120/200-240 3/2A 50/60Hz Ceiling Mount UL tested/listed ceiling mount with minimum capacity of 34 lbs (15.5 kg) Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Shipping Box (with packaging) ° C) at sea level Soft Carrying Case °...

  • Page 41: Projected Image Size

    Projected image size NOTE: Visit our website at www.infocus.com/service for an interactive Part Number image size calculator. SP-ATA-014 CASE-802 CA-C132 Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size for the InFocus X1 SP-VGAEXT50-D Diagonal SP-VGAEXT50-I Screen Size (inches/m) SP-CEIL-007...

  • Page 42: Red Led Behavior And Projector Errors

    Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors If the projector is not functioning properly and the LED is blinking red, con- sult Table 3 to determine a possible cause. There are two-second pauses between the blinking cycles. Visit www.infocus.com/service for more details on the red LED error codes.
  • Page 43 4 component cable connector 14 Computer In connector 6 connecting video device 11 connectors on module 12 contacting InFocus 24 Contrast 30 Customer Service 24 customer service contact information 24 customizing the projector 28 Display Messages 33 Drivers...
  • Page 44 41 LED behavior 17 lens cap 39 leveling foot 15 Macintosh computers compatibility 4 maintaining the projector 36 Menu button 29 menu usage 29 Monitor Out connector 6 mouse, using your 6 Mute button 26 NND 33 optimizing images 27...
  • Page 45 24 phone numbers 24 temperature limits 39 Tint 30 Tracking 32 troubleshooting 17 turning off projector 17 TV tuner 11 USB 6 USB, using your mouse 6 vents 3 Vertical 32 Video In connector 13 video optimizing 28...
  • Page 46 Product found to be defective within the Limited Warranty period and to repair or replace defective parts with new parts or, at the option of InFocus, serviceable used parts that are equivalent or superior to new parts performance. Limited Warranty peri- ods are as follows: •...
  • Page 47 To Be Eligible For Limited Warranty Coverage Any person exercising a claim under this Limited Warranty must establish to the satisfaction of InFocus both the date of purchase and that the Product was purchased new. The sales receipt or invoice, showing the date of pur- chase of the Product is the proof of the date of purchase.

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