USER'S GUIDE USER'S GUIDE Copyright © 1998 by In Focus, Inc. Wilsonville, Oregon. All rights reserved. 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. DOC (Canada) This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada. Safety Certifications UL, CUL, TÜV EN 55022 Warning This product is intended for use in a commercial, industrial, or educational environment. It is not intended for residential use. 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. Wenn das Produkt LP740B in Deutschland verkauft wird, muss es Umwelt geschuetzt sein. (Klasse B) Dieses Product muss mit dem Bundesamt fuer Post und Telekommunikation registriert sein. (BAPT) Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: In Focus, Inc. 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 LP740B projector conforms to the following directives and norms: Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMI: EN 55022 (1992) Class A EMC: EN 50082-1 (1992) IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4 Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3: 1995 December, 1998 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. HP is a trademark or registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company. Sun Microsystems is a trademark or registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. SGI is a trademark or registered trademark of Silicon Graphics Incorporated. DEC is a trademark or registered trademark of Digital Equipment Corporation. In Focus and LP are trademarks or registered trademarks of In Focus, Inc. 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 Player Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image Turning Off the Projector Using the Projector Basic Image Adjustment Adjusting the Projector Using the Remote Control and Keypad Buttons Using the On-Screen Menus Image control Custom setup Information Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cleaning the Lens Cleaning the Fan Intake Filter Replacing the Projection Lamp Troubleshooting iii 1 1 1 1 4 4 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 11 11 13 16 19 21 22 25 25 25 26 29 i T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size RS-232 Terminal Specifications Index 33 33 34 35 40 41 43 45 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 permanent personal injury. · Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to your equipment. Safety Terms: · Warning: Don't look directly into the lens when the projector is turned on. · Warning: Don't block ventilation openings. ·Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the power off 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 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 In Focus-approved case; see page 34 for a list of cases. · Caution: For ceiling mount installations, please use the ceiling mount recommended in this User's Guide and follow all instructions provided with it. iii S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s 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 of the projector. Customer Service If you need assistance, call In Focus Customer Service directly at 1-800-799-9911. Support is free between 5 a.m. and 5 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 In Focus in The Netherlands at (31) 35 6474 010. In Asia, call (65) 332-0659. iv INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION The In Focus LP740BTM is a multimedia projector that packs SXGA graphics (1280x1024) with 16.7 million colors. It generates crisp, clear images using a new and innovative reflective technology. The projector has three computer inputs and two video inputs and is ideal for high-performance business, engineering and imaging applications that demand exceptional resolution and color quality. Image Resolution The SXGA resolution of the 740B's projected image is 1280x1024. If your computer's screen resolution is 1600x1200, the projector generates a partial image within 1280x1024. You can adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the image using the Image Conrol menu (see page 18). If your computer's screen resolution is 640x480, 800x600, or 1024x768, you can resize the image to 1280x1024 by pressing the Resize button on the keypad or remote. Compatibility The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including: · IBM, SUN, SGI, and selected HP and DEC workstations, up to 1600x1200 resolution. · IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1600x1200 resolution. · Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1600x1200 resolution. · Most standard VCRs, camcorders 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 In Focus dealer immediately if anything is missing. 1 I n t r o d u c t i o n If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the LP740B 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. 5 NOTE: The contents of your shipping box may vary depending on the projector configuration you've ordered. 1 1 2 3 4 7 5 6 FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents 1. 2. 3. 4. LP740B projector with lens cap power cord LP740B User's Guide remote control and batteries 5. 6. 7. A/V cable S-video cable computer cable (HD15-13W3) 2 5 speakers keypad handle foot adjuster buttons lens cap FIGURE 2 Side view of projector connector panel IR receiver power cord connector vent fan FIGURE 3 Back view of projector 3 I n t r o d u c t i o n Usage Guidelines · Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector 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. · This projector is not intended for use in a mainframe computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75. · Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case. Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 34. Call your In Focus dealer to order. 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 29. If this manual doesn't answer your question, call your In Focus dealer. You can also call In Focus Customer Service directly at 1-800-799-9911. Customer Service is free between 5 a.m. and 5 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 In Focus in The Netherlands at (31) 35 6474 010. In Singapore, call (65) 332-0659. Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com Our World Wide Web address is http://www.infocus.com. Warranty This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual. Longer term warranties can be purchased from your In Focus dealer. Refer to page 34 for part numbers. 4 SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface parallel to the floor. · The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer. FIGURE 4 Placing the projector 2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. The distance from the lens of the projector to the screen determines the size of the projected image. Figure 5 shows three projected image sizes. For more information about image size, see "Projected Image Size" on page 41. 3 Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off. 15 ft. 1 6. ft. 3. 5 f t. 5.6 ft. 10 ft. 25 ft. FIGURE 5 Projected image size 5 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 and your equipment are turned off. If you're connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. monitor computer 1 (13W3) computer audio computer 2 (15-pin VESA) computer 3 (5 BNCs) S-video composite video L/R audio in RS-232 input wired remote external speakers FIGURE 6 Connector panel 6 Connecting a Computer 1 (Desktop models only) Locate the cable that connects the monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the computer cable into the video connector on your computer; plug the other end into the appropriate computer connector on the projector. The 13W3 connector is designated Computer 1, the 15-pin VESA is designated Computer 2, and the 5 BNC connector is designated Computer 3. NOTE: To connect a workstation, you must purchase the appropriate adaptors. If you are connecting an older Macintosh computer that does not have a 15-pin VESA connector, you must purchase the appropriate adaptors. FIGURE 7 Connecting the projector to a computer Do you want to display the image on your computer's monitor as well as on the projection screen? NOTE: Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a projector is connected. Activation commands for some laptop computers are listed in the Appendix of this manual on page 35. 1 Plug the monitor cable into the Monitor Out connector on the projector. Do you want to play your computer's audio on the projector? 1 Plug either end of the audio cable into the audio connector on your computer. 2 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate Audio connector on the projector. 7 S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r Connecting a Video Player 1 If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, you'll need the audio and video cables. · If your video player uses ...