FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Safety Certifications UL, CUL, TÜV, NOM, IRAM EN 55022 Warning This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The typical use is in a conference room, meeting room or auditorium. Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Olympia 1, NL-1213 NS Hilversum, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that the LP500 and LP530 projectors 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 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 + A4: 1997 June, 2001 Australian Certification C-tick mark Trademarks 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. Digital Light Processing is a trademark or registered trademark of Texas Instruments. InFocus and LP are trademarks or registered trademarks of InFocus Corporation. TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions Introduction Image Resolution Compatibility Unpacking the Projector Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance Warranty Setting up the Projector Connecting a Computer Connecting a Video Device Using the optional enhanced connectivity module Powering up the Projector Turning Off the Projector Using the Projector Basic Image Adjustment Adjusting the Projector Using the Remote Control Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons Using the On-Screen Menus Display Menu Audio Menu Image Menu Color Management Menu Control Menu Advanced Menu Language Menu Status Menu Projector Manager Software Installing the Software Using the Software iii 1 1 2 2 5 5 6 7 9 10 12 14 18 19 19 19 21 22 25 26 28 29 32 33 34 35 36 37 37 38 i T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cleaning the Lens Replacing the Projection Lamp Cleaning the Projection Lamp Filter Screens Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control Using the Security Lock Troubleshooting Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size Index 45 45 45 48 49 49 50 55 55 56 58 63 64 65 ii SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please save all safety instructions. Safety Definitions: · Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury. · Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to your equipment. Safety Symbols: Attention: For information about usage of a feature, please refer to the User's Guide. Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch. An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector. Safety Terms: · Warning: Don't look directly into the lens when the lamp is turned on. ·Warning: To replace the lamp, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30 minutes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions provided in this User's Guide. ·Warning: Please use the power cord provided. Connect the power cord to a receptacle with a protective safety (earth) ground terminal. · Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser- vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the following page for the customer service contact information. · Caution: Don't block ventilation openings. iii S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s · Caution: Don't set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may damage your projector. · Caution: Don't place the projector on a hot surface or in direct sunlight. · Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in an InFocus-approved case; see page 56 for a list of cases. Important Operating Considerations Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb rupturing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and discard any edible items placed in that area. ) 6m t (. 2f Do not place objects in this area in front of the projector Customer Service If you need assistance, call InFocus Customer Service directly at 1-800-799-9911. Support is free between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday. Support is available in North America after hours and weekends for a fee at 1-888-592-6800. Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com. In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at (31) 35-6474010. In Asia, call InFocus in Singapore at (65) 353-9449. iv INTRODUCTION The InFocus® LP500TM and LP530TM multimedia projectors are specifically designed for multipurpose use. They generate crisp, clear images using Digital Light ProcessingTM (DLP) technology. They are easy to connect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain. The LP500 has native SVGA 800x600 resolution, the LP530 has XGA 1024x768 resolution. The user interfaces of the two products are identical except where noted; information in this user's guide applies to both products. Image Resolution LP500 NOTE: The LP500 automatically expands 640x480 images to 800x600. You can display these images at their native resolutions by turning off the Auto Resize feature. See "Resize" on page 29 for LP530 The SVGA resolution of the LP500's projected image is 800x600. The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280x1024. If your computer's screen resolution is higher than 1280x1024, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector. The XGA resolution of the LP530's projected image is 1024x768. The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280x1024. If your computer's screen resolution is higher than 1280x1024, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector. more information. NOTE: The LP530 automatically expands 640x480 and 800x600 images to 1024x768. You can display these images at their native resolutions by turning off the Auto Resize feature. See "Resize" on page 29 for more information. 1 I n t r o d u c t i o n Compatibility The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including: · IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1280x1024 resolution. · Apple® Macintosh® and PowerBook® computers up to 1280x1024 resolution. · Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcordNOTE: The projector is compatible with 1080i and 720P HDTV formats. ers and laser disc players. Unpacking the Projector The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to make sure all are included. Contact your InFocus dealer immediately if anything is missing. If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User's Guide. User's Guides are also available for download from our website at www.infocus.com. A registration card is included in the box. Register to receive product updates, announcements, and special offers from InFocus. Or, register online at www.infocus.com/service/register and you will be automatically entered to win free merchandise. 2 1 2 3 me nu/ sel ect 5 4 9 for wa rd dat a 6 7 8 key sto ne bac k vid eo FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Projector + lens cap Soft carry case User's Guide, quick start card and User Guide CD Power cord Remote control 6. 7. 8. 9. Computer cable Audio cable adapter Audio cable Composite video cable 3 I n t r o d u c t i o n zoom ring focus ring power cord connector height adjustment button FIGURE 2 Front view of projector keypad connector panel FIGURE 3 Back view of projector 4 Usage Guidelines · Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes. · Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on. · Handle the projector as you would any product with glass components. Be especially careful not to drop it. · Avoid leaving the projector in direct sunlight or extreme cold for extended periods of time. If this happens, allow it to reach room temperature before use. · Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case. Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 56. If You Need Assistance The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check the guidelines in "Troubleshooting" on page 50. Or, check the Service and Support section of our website at http://www.infocus.com/service. You'll find a Technical Library, FAQs, and support contacts including a technical support e-mail form. If those sources don't answer your question, call your InFocus dealer. You can also call InFocus Technical Service directly at 1-800-799-9911. Call between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday. Service is available in North America after hours and on weekends for a fee at 1-888-592-6800. In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at (31) 35-6474010. In Asia, call InFocus in Singapore at (65) 353-9449. Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com Our World Wide Web address is http://www.infocus.com. 5 I n t r o d u c t i o n Warranty This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual. A longer term warranty can be purchased from your InFocus dealer. Refer to page 57 for the part number. When sending your projector in for repair, InFocus recommends shipping the unit in its original packing material, or having a professional packaging company pack the unit for shipping. Do not ship your projector in the enclosed soft case. Please insure your shipment for its full value. 6 SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface. · The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer. · If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the projector behind your screen. See "Rear Project" on page 34 to reverse the image. · 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 Project" on page 34. The Ceiling Mount Kit is sold separately, see "Optional Accessories" on page 56. 2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. · The distance from the lens of the projector to the screen and the zoom setting determine the size of the projected image. Figure 4 shows three projected image sizes. For more information about image size, see "Projected Image Size" on page 64. NOTE: The projector must be at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from the projection screen. 11 .8 f t. 7.1 f t. 3 Make sure the projector is unplugged and your computer is turned off. 7 3.0 ft. 20 ft. 12 ft. 5 ft. FIGURE 4 Projected image size at minimum zoom S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector is unplugged and your equipment is turned off. If you're connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. computer S-video composite video Audio in FIGURE 5 Connector panel NOTE: The enhanced connectivity module is an optional accessory that provides RS-232, component video, VESA computer, M1 computer, and monitor loop through capabilities. See "Optional Accessories" on page 56 for ordering information. computer 1-M1 computer audio in component vide ...