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WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. WARNING: This product has a lamp which contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose of it as required by local, state, or federal ordinances and regulations.
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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.
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Other specific Country Approvals may apply, please see product certification label. This user’s guide applies to models LP815, LP820, GEN300, and GEN301. InFocus reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time. Remote Control Warning Laser radiation class II product; wavelength 650nm; maximum output 1mW. Remote control complies with applicable requirements of 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the included Quick Set Up card. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. Electronic versions of this User’s Guide in multiple languages are available on the included CD and on our website.
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For complete details of the warranty, see the Warranty section at the end of this user's guide. Do not place objects in the areas along the side and in the front of the projector 2 ft (.6m) 2 ft (.6m) 2 ft (.6m)
The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to maintain. An Interac- tive Display on the top of the projector gives you constant feedback on the status of the projector.
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You can use the projector’s M1 connector along with the InFocus LiteShow wireless adapter and software for cable-free digital projection. Contact an authorized InFocus dealer or visit the website listed on the back inside cover of this User’s Guide for more information.
Optional computer connections To control your computer’s mouse using the projector’s remote control, con- nect the USB cable to the USB connector on the projector and on your com- puter. USB drivers must be installed to use the USB feature. For more information, see page 11.
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M1-D cable, connect one end of that cable to the M1 port on your computer, and connect the other end to the Computer 1 connector on the projector. You can control the projector from an LCD control panel or computer by connecting an RS-232 cable to the projector’s Serial connector.
Displaying a computer image Remove the lens cap. Press the power switch to position “1” on the back of the projector, then press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green.
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).
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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).
Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but- ton to extend the elevator foot. Rotate the leveling foot (located at the bottom back right corner), if neces- sary. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
Plug the remaining white connector into the left audio in connector on the projector (to the right of the yellow Video 2 connector), and plug the red connector into the right audio in connector on the projector.
Displaying a video image Remove the lens cap. Press the power switch to position “1” on the back of the projector, then press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green.
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Adjust the zoom or focus rings by rotating them until the desired image size and focus are produced. If the image is not square, adjust the vertical keystone using the buttons on the keypad. Press the upper Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the lower Keystone button to reduce the lower part.
When Power Save is enabled, Screen Save is disabled. See page 34. Turning off the projector To turn off the projector, press the power button and verify that you want to turn the projector off by pressing the power button again within 3 seconds.
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Source Troubleshooting Problem No startup screen Only startup screen appears Solution Plug power cable in, press power switch, press power button. Remove lens cap. Press the Computer button Activate laptop’s external port or restart laptop Result Correct image Computer image projected...
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No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Only my laptop’s background appears, not the Desktop icons 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 problem, “Image fuzzy or cropped”...
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Image fuzzy or cropped Remote control not controlling my computer’s mouse Set your computer’s display resolution to 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 7) then load USB drivers, if needed (page 10).
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Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Image not sharp Image does not fit 16:9 screen Solution Adjust keystone on keypad or Picture menu Adjust the focus lens or Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu...
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Image upside down Image reversed left to right Projected colors don’t match source COLOR Turn off Ceiling in Settings>System menu Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Correct image Correct image Correct image COLOR...
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Make sure vents aren’t blocked; allow projector to cool for one minute Lamp must be replaced (page 38) Embedded video plays correctly Unplug projector; wait one minute; plug in projector and turn it on: lamp lights Lamp turns on...
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This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. An extended war- ranty plan may be purchased from your dealer. When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit in its original packing mate- rial, or having a professional packaging company pack the unit.
Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an over- view of their functions: power–turns the projector on (page 9) and off (page 14). menu–opens the on-screen menus (page 29). select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 29).
See page 29 for more info on the menus. The remote also has a power button to turn the projector on and off (see page 16 for shutdown info), volume and mute buttons to control the sound, a backlight button to light the remote’s buttons in the dark, and video and...
Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con- nector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote. To adjust the bass, treble, balance, or loudness, use the Audio menu (see page 33).
See page 34. • Two menu options, Power Save and Screen Save, are provided to auto- matically shut down the projector after several minutes of inactivity or display a blank screen. This helps preserve lamp life. See page 33 and page 34.
Adjust the Room Lighting. Select Dark if you are in a dark room, Light if in a bright room (page 31). Customizing the projector You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 33 to page 37 for details on these features. •...
• The About menu provides a read-only display of information about the projector and source. Certain menu items may be grayed out until a particular source is con- nected. For example, Sharpness is only available for video sources and will be hidden when a computer source is active.
Picture menu To adjust the following six settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use Vertical Keystone the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm the changes. increasing keystone decreasing keystone Vertical Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust vertical keystone from the keypad.
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Save User 1, 2, or 3. You can recall these settings in the future by selecting the appropriate user presets. Room Lighting: This features optimizes the projector for your room’s light- ing conditions. Select Dark if you are in a dark room, Light if in a bright room.
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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 video input. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard. To choose a different setting, turn off Auto, then...
When Autosource is checked, Startup Source deter- mines which source the projector defaults to at power-up. If no signal is present, the projector checks the sources in order until a source is found or until power down.
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LED on the keypad turns orange. When ready, the projector confirms the capture and the LED changes to green. The next time you start the projector, the custom logo you captured dis- plays. Blank Screen: determines what color is displayed when you press the Blank button on the remote.
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Effect Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Effect button on the remote to quickly and easily use the effect. Only one effect can be enabled at a time. Highlight an effect and press Select to choose a different one.
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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.
To install the new lens, align the red dot (near the base of the lens) with the top of the projector and turn clockwise until you feel the lens click into place.
Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. Turn the projector upside down and remove the lamp door by removing the two screws and sliding the lamp door tabs out of the two tab bays.
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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. • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness.
Replace the dust filter and the lamp door. Using the security lock The projector has a security lock for use with a cable lock system. See “Accessories” on page 41 for ordering information. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it.
*country-dependent NOTE: Use only approved accessories. Optional Accessories Shipping Case (ATA approved) Projector Mount False Ceiling Plate for Projector Mount Extension Arm for Projector Mount 26” - 47” Short Throw Lens Long Throw Lens DVI-D Cable 6 ft (1.8 m)
Red LED behavior and projector errors If the projector is not functioning properly and the red LED is blinking, con- sult Table 2 to determine a possible cause. There are two second pauses between the blinking cycles. Visit our website for more details on the red LED error codes.
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Table 5: Image sizes for short throw lens (fixed focus) Distance to screen Width (feet/m) (feet/m) 3/.91 5/1.52 8/2.44 12/3.66 16/4.88 13.33/4.06 20/6.1 16.67/5.08 NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator. 2.5/.76 4.17/1.27 6.67/2.03 10/3.05...
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7, 13 Power Save 33 PowerPoint remote’s mouse buttons 25 presentation features 27 projector connector panel 6 customizing 28 optional accessories 41 shutdown 16 standard accessories 41 troubleshooting problems 16 projector height 12, 14 projector positioning 12, 14...
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RS-232 cable 8 connecting 6 screen trigger 6 security lock 40 serial connection 6 Settings menu 33 shutdown projector 16 solid green 16 solid red 16 Source 35 Source troubleshooting 17 Sources 33 standard accessories projector 41 Subnet mask 36...
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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 periods are as follows: •...
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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.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE... For all types of Service and Support information on InFocus products and services please go to our web site at www.infocus.com/service. Many resources are available on our website. Some examples are: • Frequently Asked Questions about general projector usage and technical issues •...
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