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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents... 1 About this manual..2 Operation During Projection ... 3 Image Operations During Projection ... 3 Adjusting Image Brightness ... 3 Selecting the Color Mode... 4 Zooming an Image ... 4 Momentarily Cutting Off the Input Source Image ... 5 Freezing an Image ...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Replacing the Lamp ... 26 To check the current lamp use time ... 26 When to replace the lamp ... 26 Replacing the Lamp ... 27 To replace the lamp ... 28 Resetting the Lamp Time ... 29 To reset the lamp time ... 30 To reset the lamp time after exceeding the lamp life ...

  • Page 4: Operation During Projection

    Operation During Projection This section explains the various types of operations you can perform while the projector is projecting an image. Image Operations During Projection You can perform the following operations while projecting an image. Image brightness adjustment Color mode selection Image zooming Momentary cut off of the input source image and projection of a black or blue screen, or a logo...

  • Page 5: Selecting The Color Mode

    Selecting the Color Mode You can select from among five different color mode settings to optimize the projected image in accordance with image contents and projection conditions. To change the color mode Press the [COLOR MODE] key. This displays the color mode selection window. The currently selected color mode is the one whose button is selected (filled in).

  • Page 6: Momentarily Cutting Off The Input Source Image

    Momentarily Cutting Off the Input Source Image Press the [BLANK] key. This temporarily cuts off the image from the input source and projects a black screen in its place. To resume projection of the image from the input source, press the [BLANK] key (or [ESC] key).

  • Page 7: Displaying A Pointer In The Projected Image

    Displaying a Pointer in the Projected Image You can select from among eight different pointer styles, including various arrow styles, for display in the projected image. Pointers can be used during a presentation to indicate or highlight a specific part of the image. Arrow 1 Note Depending on the pointer style you are using, the pointer may not display properly...

  • Page 8: Changing The Aspect Ratio Of The Projected Image

    Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image Press the [ASPECT] key to toggle the aspect ratio of the displayed image between 4:3 and 16:9. Note The aspect ratio setting affects the projected image only when the input source is VIDEO or component.

  • Page 9: Using The [Func] Key

    Using the [FUNC] Key Pressing the [FUNC] key displays the menu shown below. You can use this menu to perform the operations described below. Adjust image brightness Highlight “Brightness” and then press the [ENTER] key. • This performs the same operation as pressing the [BRIGHT] key ( page 3.

  • Page 10: Configuring Advanced Projector Settings

    Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that you can use to configure advanced settings. Basic Setup Menu Operations Displaying the Setup Menu Pressing the [MENU] key displays the menu shown below in the center of the projection screen.

  • Page 11: Basic Setup Menu Example

    Basic Setup Menu Example The procedure below shows how to configure the following three settings: • Image Adjustment Contrast • Image Adjustment Color Mode • Option Settings 1 Eco Mode Note Certain settings on the setup menu cannot be changed while there is no input signal to the projector.
  • Page 12 To configure the “Option Settings 1 Press the [ESC] key. Press the [ ] key three times to select “Option Settings 1”. Press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key three times to select “Eco Mode”. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select “On” or “Off”. After you are finished, press the [MENU] key to exit the setup menu.

  • Page 13: Restoring Projector Settings To Their Initial Factory Defaults

    Restoring Projector Settings to Their Initial Factory Defaults You can use the procedures in this section to restore all of the settings on a particular main menu or all of the settings on the setup menu to their initial factory defaults. To restore all settings on a particular main menu to their initial factory defaults Press the [MENU] key to display the setup menu.

  • Page 14: Setup Menu Contents

    To restore all settings on the setup menu to their initial factory defaults Press the [MENU] key to display the setup menu. Use the [ ] key to select “Restore All Defaults”, and then press the [ENTER] key. This displays a confirmation message asking if you want to initialize all settings. Use the [ ] key to select “Yes”.

  • Page 15: Image Adjustment Main Menu

    Image Adjustment Main Menu Setting Name Input Brightness RCVU Source Specific Contrast RCVU Source Specific Sharpness Source Specific Saturation Source Specific Tint Source Specific Color Mode RCVU Source Specific Color Balance RCVU Source Specific Setting Unit Use this sub-menu to adjust the brightness of the projected image.
  • Page 16 Setting Setting Name Input Vertical Signal Position Specific Horizontal Signal Position Specific Frequency Signal Specific Phase Signal Specific Video Mode Source Specific Restore Menu RCVU Source Defaults Specific Unit Use this sub-menu to adjust the vertical position of the input source image within the projection area. Use this sub-menu to adjust the horizontal position of the input source image within the projection area.

  • Page 17: Screen Settings Main Menu

    About the “Signal Specific” Setting Unit For the items that have “Signal Specific” in the “Setting Unit” column of the above table, the setting is saved for the specific type of signal (XGA/60Hz, SXGA/60Hz, etc.) that is being input when the setting is performed, and not for a specific input source. Screen Settings Main Menu Setting Name Input...
  • Page 18 Setting Setting Name Input Projection RCVUN Single Mode Startup Screen RCVUN Single No Signal RCVUN Single Screen Unit Use this sub-menu to specify whether projection will be from the front of the screen or the back of the screen. Select this option when projecting from the front of the screen.
  • Page 19 Setting Setting Name Input Blank Screen RCVUN Single Restore Menu RCVUN Source Defaults Specific Unit Use this sub-menu to specify what should be projected after the [BLANK] key is pressed. Blue: Select this option to project a blue screen. Black*: Select this option to project a black screen.

  • Page 20: Input Settings Main Menu

    Input Settings Main Menu Setting Name Input RGB Input RCUVN Single Video Signal RCVUN Single Signal Name RCVUN Single Indicator Restore Menu RCVUN Source Defaults Specific Setting Unit Use this sub-menu to specify manually the type of signal being input from the projector’s RGB input terminal. Auto*: Automatically detects the signal being input from the RGB input terminal and configures the appropriate input...

  • Page 21: Option Settings 1 Main Menu

    Option Settings 1 Main Menu Setting Name Input Menu Position RCVUN Single Auto Keystone RCVUN Single Correction Auto Adjust RCVUN Single Eco Mode RCVUN Single Auto Power RCVUN Single Setting Unit Use this sub-menu to specify the display position of the setup menu as either the center or the left side of the screen.
  • Page 22 Setting Setting Name Input Direct Power RCVUN Single Language RCVUN Single Restore Menu RCVUN Single Defaults Unit Use this sub-menu to turn Direct Power On on or off. See “Direct Power On” in the “User’s Guide” for more information. Select this option to turn on Direct Power On. Off*: Select this option to turn off Direct Power On.

  • Page 23: Option Settings 2 Main Menu

    Option Settings 2 Main Menu Setting Name Input Zoom Memory RCVUN Single Pointer RCVUN Single Restore Menu RCVUN Single Defaults Setting Unit Use this sub-menu to turn zoom memory on or off. Zoom memory lets you save the zoom setting when the projector is turned off, so it can be restored automatically the next time the projector is turned on.

  • Page 24: Operational Info Main Menu

    Operational Info Main Menu Setting Name Input Lamp Time RCVUN Single Reset Lamp RCVUN Single Time Input Signal RCVUN Source Specific Signal Name Source Specific Index Source Specific Resolution Single Horizontal Source Frequency Specific Vertical Source Frequency Specific Scan System Source Specific Setting...

  • Page 25: Restore All Defaults Main Menu

    Restore All Defaults Main Menu Setting Name Input Restore All RCVUN Single Defaults Unit Operating RCVUN Single Time Setting Unit This sub-menu returns all sub-menu items on all main menus to their initial default settings. This operation can be performed regardless of the currently selected input source and regardless of whether or not a signal is currently being input.

  • Page 26: User Maintenance

    User Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Periodically clean the projector exterior, lens, intake vents, and exhaust vents on a regular basis. Important! Always make sure that the projector has cooled sufficiently before cleaning it. If the projector is turned on, perform the following steps before cleaning it. Turn off the projector.

  • Page 27: Replacing The Lamp

    Important! Continued use of the projector after dust has accumulated around the intake vents can cause overheating of internal components and lead to malfunction. Certain operating conditions also can cause dirt and dust to accumulate around the projector's exhaust vents on the front. If this happens, use the same procedure as that described above to clean the exhaust vents.

  • Page 28: Replacing The Lamp

    Should the lamp break, take care to avoid personal injury on the glass fragments. Never try to replace a broken lamp on your own. Contact ASK Proxima service (www.infocus.com) to request a replacement.

  • Page 29: To Replace The Lamp

    To replace the lamp Important! When replacing the lamp, use the special screwdriver that comes with the replacement lamp. The projector does not come with a screwdriver. Turn off the projector and unplug its AC power cord. Wait for about 60 minutes to allow the projector’s current lamp to cool down completely.

  • Page 30: Resetting The Lamp Time

    Use the lamp cartridge handle to pull the lamp cartridge from the projector. Insert the new lamp cartridge as far as it will go, as shown in the illustration. After inserting the lamp cartridge, lay its handle down in the position shown in the illustration under step 5 on this page.

  • Page 31: To Reset The Lamp Time

    To reset the lamp time Turn on the projector. Press the [MENU] key to display the setup menu. Press the [ ] key to select “Operational Info”, and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ENTER] key. This causes the message “Reset Lamp Time?” to appear. Press the [ ] key to select “Yes”...

  • Page 32: Appendix

    Remote Controller Signal Range When performing an operation on the remote controller, point it at the remote control signal receiver on the back or front of the projector. The following illustration shows the range of the remote controller signal. ± 30 degrees max.

  • Page 33: Connecting To A Component Video Output Device

    Connecting to a Component Video Output Device Some video devices are equipped with a component video output terminal. You can use an optionally available VESA to component video adapter (SP-VESA-ADPT-R) and a component video cable to connect the RGB input terminal of the projector to the component video output terminal of a video device.

  • Page 34: Full-Screen Display Of An Rgb Image

    Full-screen Display of an RGB Image The projector outputs images using XGA (1024 pixels × 768 pixels) video resolution. When the input signal from the computer connected to the projector is not an XGA signal, “Resize Image To Fit” automatically enlarges or reduces the image so it matches the projector’s video resolution and fills the entire screen.

  • Page 35: Reattaching The Lens Cover

    Reattaching the Lens Cover Use the following procedure to replace the lens cover if it should accidentally become detached from the projector. Insert the nub ( ) of the left tab of the lens cover into the depression ( ) of the tab under the lens.

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