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  • Page 1 > > > > > > > User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 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. Le mode d'emploi complet est disponible sur le CD joint sous forme de fichier pdf d'Adobe Acrobat dans les langues suivantes : anglais, français, allemand, italien, norvégien, portugais, espagnol, russe, japonais, coréen, chinois traditionnel, chinois simplifié.
  • Page 4 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that this projector conform to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Positioning the projector Connecting a computer Required computer connections Displaying a computer image First-time projector use with Windows 98 Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Displaying a video image Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup Using the keypad buttons Using the remote control Using the audio...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Your new multimedia projector provides three computer, three video, and two audio inputs, one audio output, RS-232 control, and has XGA 1024x768 resolution. Optional user-changeable short, fixed short, long and super long throw lenses make this a flexible product suitable for many different uses. The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain.

  • Page 8: Connector Panel

    Connector Panel The projector provides three computer and three video connection options: • one M1-D (DVI with USB) • one VESA computer • one BNC (RGBHV and Pr, Pb, Y) • one component RCA video (Pr, Pb, Y) • one S-video •...

  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 11 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 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 the projector.

  • Page 12: Displaying A Computer Image

    Displaying a computer image 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. 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.

  • Page 13: 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 14 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 15: Adjusting The Image

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

  • Page 16: Connecting A Video Device

    Connecting a video device 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 17 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 device.

  • Page 18: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a video image 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. 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.
  • Page 19 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. 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 lens shift button on the keypad.

  • Page 20: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector The projector automatically blanks the screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This blank screen helps preserve the life of the pro- jector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed.
  • Page 21 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...
  • Page 22 No computer image, just the words “Signal out of 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 23 Image fuzzy or cropped Remote control navigation buttons not working with my computer 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 8) then load USB drivers, if needed (page 11).
  • Page 24 Projector troubleshooting Problem Image not square Image not sharp Image does not fit 16:9 screen Solution Adjust keystone the Picture menu Adjust the focus on the keypad or Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu Result Square image Correct image...
  • Page 25 Image upside down Image reversed left to right Projected colors don’t match source COLOR Turn on/off Ceiling in Settings>System menu Turn on/off Rear in Settings>System menu Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Correct image Correct image Correct image COLOR...
  • Page 26 Lamp won’t turn on, Temp LED solid red (page 46) solid temp lamp Lamp won’t turn on, Lamp LED blinking red (page 46) temp blinking lamp Make sure vents aren’t blocked; allow projector to cool for one minute Lamp must be replaced (page 40) Unplug projector;...

  • Page 27: Still Having Problems

    Image not centered on screen 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. This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. An extended war- ranty plan may be purchased from your dealer.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed 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 30: Using The Audio

    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 balance, or loudness, use the Audio menu (see page 35). To mute the sound, press the Mute button.

  • Page 31: Optimizing Computer Images

    Optimizing computer images After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For gen- eral information on using the menus, see page 31. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. •...

  • Page 32: Optimizing Video Images

    Optimizing video images After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general informa- tion on using the menus, see page 31. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint in the Picture menu.

  • Page 33: 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.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to high- light the desired submenu, then press the Select button.

  • Page 34: 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 35 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 36 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 37: 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. allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key Sources when using the Integrator remote. Also allows selection of a default Startup Source and enables or disables Autosource.
  • Page 38 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 39 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 40 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 41: Maintenance

    Maintenance NOTE: When you are performing maintenance activities on your projector, keep in mind that you should only remove screws that are single-slot, or flathead, screws. Any other type of screw, such as a phillips or star should not be removed. These types of screws should only be removed by technical support experts.

  • Page 42: 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. To install a new lens, place it in the opening through the front of the pro- jector, aligning the red dot (near the base of the lens) with the red dot on the projector.

  • Page 43: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    Loosen the three captive screws on the 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 44: Cleaning The Dust Filter

    Cleaning the dust filter Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. 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. Remove the dust filter grill door on the side of the projector by pulling down on the two tabs at the grill’s top.

  • Page 45: Appendix

    Appendix Projected image size NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator. Table 1: Projection sizes: Standard lens (1.5 - 2.2:1 throw ratio) Minimum Image Diagonal Image Distance Image Width (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) Min Distance 1.7/0.52 1.46/.42 3/0.9 5/1.5 2.84/0.87 2.27/.69...
  • Page 46 Table 3: Projection sizes: Short Zoom lens (1.1 -1.51 throw ratio range) Minimum Image Diagonal Image Distance Image Width (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) Min Distance 1.67/0.51 1.33/0.41 2/0.6 5/1.5 4.17/1.27 3.33/1.02 10/3.0 8.33/2.54 6.67/2.03 20/6.1 16.67/5.08 13.33/4.06 25/7.6 20.83/6.35 16.67/5.08 Max Distance 25.42/7.75 20.33/6.2 30.5/9.3...
  • Page 47 Table 5: Projection sizes: Super Long throw lens 3.9 - 7.3:1) Minimum Image Diagonal Image Distance Image Width (feet/m) (feet/m) (feet/m) Min Distance 1.28/0.39 1.03/0.31 7.5/2.3 25/7.6 4.28/1.3 3.42/1.04 50/15.2 8.56/2.61 6.85/2.09 75/22.9 12.84/3.91 10.27/3.13 100/30.5 17.12/5.22 13.70/4.18 125/38.1 21.4/6.52 17.12/5.22 Max Distance 25.09/7,65...

  • Page 48: Led Behavior

    LED Behavior LED color/behavior Meaning Power: blinking green The power switch has been toggled Temp: N/A on and the software is initializing, or Lamp: N/A the projector is powering down and the fans are running to cool the lamp. Power: blinking green (once) Power Save or Screen Save.

  • Page 49: Rs-232 Commands

    RS-232 commands Communication Configuration Visit our website for additional RS-232 settings and information. 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 configuration: RS-232 Port Settings Setting Value Bits per second...
  • Page 50 Write Command Examples Function Command Brightness (BRT140) Power (PWRO) Power (PWR1) Error Conditions Not all commands are supported for all projectors. If an unsupported com- mand is issued, the command will be ignored. If a command is received that is not understood, a ‘?’ character will be returned indicating the command was not understood.
  • Page 51 Com- Function mand Contrast CON at RW Color Space CSM at RW 0: RGB 1: SMPTE240 2: REC709 3: REC601 7: Auto Green Gain GCG at RW Vertical Keystone DKC at RW Horizontal Keystone DKH at RW Display Messages DMG at RW 0: disable 1: enable Power-up Source...
  • Page 52 Com- Function mand Time In Hours Last LB3 at R Bulb3 Lasted Lamp Lit LML at R 0: not lit 1: lit Lamp Hours LMP at R Lamp Reset LMR at RW 0: not reset 1: reset Lamp Total On Time LMT at R (All Bulbs) Low Power...
  • Page 53 Com- Function mand Rear REA at RW 0: disable 1: enable Factory Reset RST at W 0: not reset 1: reset Sharpness SHP at RW 5 = Sharpest 6 = Sharper 7 = Standard 8 = Softer 9 = Softest Source SRC at RW 0: computer1...
  • Page 54 Com- Function mand 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 Step...
  • Page 55 Numerics 1024x768 resolution 6 About 38 Aspect Ratio 38 audio 29 Audio In connector 9, 15 Auto Image 38 Auto Power 36 Autosource 36 Blank 38 BNC 10, 16 BNC connectors 16 Brightness 14 Capture Position 37 Capture Start 37 changing the lens 40 cleaning the dust filter 43 cleaning the lens 40...
  • Page 56 Info network 39 IP Address 39 IR Receivers 36 lamp replacement 41 Lamp Reset 39 lamp won’t turn on 25 Language 39 laptop connecting 9 external video port 11 LED 19 blinking red 25 solid red 25 lens changing 40 cleaning 40 Logo Capture 37 Low Power 36...
  • Page 57 security lock 43 Serial connection 10 serial connection 7 Service 39 Service Code 39 Settings menu 36 shutdown projector 19 solid red 47 Source 38 Source troubleshooting 20 Sources 36 Subnet mask 39 S-video connector 15 Tint 18 Troubleshooting 20 troubleshooting 19 USB, using your mouse 9 video 16...
  • Page 58 Limited Warranty InFocus Corporation (“InFocus”) warrants that the Projector (“Product”) purchased from InFocus, an InFocus distributor, or an InFocus reseller will conform to the man- ufacturer's specifications and be free from defects in material or workmanship for the Warranty period provided below. InFocus does not warrant that the Product will meet the specific requirements of the end-user customer.
  • Page 59 Limited Warranty Period The Limited Warranty period commences on the date of purchase by the end-user customer for both the 2 year Product Warranty and the 1 year Accessory Warranty. These Limited Warranty provisions shall apply only to the end-user purchaser (first person or entity that purchased a new Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution or resale).

  • Page 60: If You Need Assistance

    IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE... For all types of Service and Support information on our products and services please go to our website at www.ask.no/support or www.proxima.com Many resources are available on our website. Some examples are: • Frequently Asked Questions about general projector usage and technical issues •...
  • Page 61 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: 238A Thomson Road #18-01/04 Novena Square Singapore 307684 Telephone: (65) 6334-9005...

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