Connecting the InFocus LP500 Projector to a Dell Latitude C840
The following documentation provides instructions that guide users in the process of connecting an InFocus LP500 DLP projector to a Dell Latitude C840 wireless laptop computer. These instructions should be similar to other projector and computer setups.
Getting to Know the Back of Your Computer
1. There are two main connections that are located on the back of a laptop computer (or a desktop computer) that are used to communicate with multimedia LCD/DLP projectors. One connection is the VIDEO CONNECTOR. The cord that comes with the projector will connect the projector to this port.
2. NOTE: Multimedia projectors function as a modern day replacement for a slide projector, transparency adapter, or a whiteboard.
The other connection for this projector is the USB CONNECTOR. This port transmits the signals from the laptop to the projector through the same cord that is used for the VIDEO CONNECTOR. This step is not necessary, but if the user wants to use the remote control that comes with the projector, then this step is necessary.
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Shown in the image to the right are the actual cords that will connect the laptop computer to the multimedia projector. Most projectors will have similar connections to connect to a laptop or desktop computer. In addition, the projector has a S-Video CONNECTOR that can receive video from a VCR, TV or other video sources.
Connecting your Computer to the Multimedia Projector
1. As shown in the image above, connect the COMPUTER CABLE to the VIDEO CONNECTOR and the USB CONNECTOR of the Dell Latitude C840. See step 4 that explains the function of the USB CONNECTOR. Connect the Audio Cable to the AUDIO CONNECTOR located on the side of the Latitude C840, if you want to have sound played through the projector. Connect the COMPUTER CABLE to the connection located on the back of the projector. It is listed as CONNECTION TO COMPUTER in the image below.
Next, connect the AUDIO CABLE running from the laptop to the AUDIO IN port located on the back of the projector. Remember this is an optional step. If you want to use the projector remote, plug the USB Connector on the COMPUTER CABLE into either of the USB ports located on the back of the Latitude C840. Thisstep is not necessary and will not prohibit proper projector functionality.
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Next, plug in the POWER CORD to the projector and connect it to a standard 3-pronged electrical outlet. Remember, plugging the unit into a surge protector instead of directly into the wall provides some security from electrical surges that might damage the computer equipment. But, remember the surge protector must be turned on to allow power to be supplied to the projector.
On the InFocus LP500 shown in these images, the POWER RECEPTACLE is located on the right side when looking at the projector from the front. The projectors height adjustment is also located on this same side. Users can push the ELEVATOR button to release the ELEVATOR foot, which will allow raising the projector to the desired height.
On top of the projector are the control buttons. The three most important buttons are the SOURCE button, the STANDBY button, and the MENU/SELECT button. The SOURCE button will let users select the video source they want to display through the projector. The STANDBY button prevents the projectors bulb from burn-in when not in use and allows the projector time to cool down after prolonged use. The MENU/SELECT button will allow users to customize the settings on the projector.
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Steps to Ensure Successful Functionality of the Projector

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Make sure the projector is unplugged and the laptop is powered off. Connect the desired cables as outlined in the previous pages to the laptop and the projector. Remove the lens cap of the projector. Press the green power button located on top of the projector. A tone will sound indicating that software for the projector is initializing. When the LED light is solid green, the Infocus startup screen will appear. Turn on the laptop. For Windows ME, 2000 and XP users, the USB drivers will be installed for the remote if you chose to plug in that connector located on the computer cable. At this point, the computer image should display through the projector. If it doesnt, look at the following options for probable solutions. Press the SOURCE button on the projector keypad or the DATAbutton on the remote to display the computer image. Make sure your Latitude C840s external video port is activated. For this make and model of laptop, hold down the FN key while pressing the F8 key to cycle through the display options. Make sure the computers resolution is set to 800 by 600. Make sure the laptop is running on AC not just battery.
When you are ready to turn off the projector, follow these steps. Press the POWER button on the projector keypad or remote. The lamp will turn off and the LED light will blink orange. When the LED light turns green, the fans will shut off indicating the lamp has cooled. It is now safe to pack the projector and laptop back in to their respective bags.

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INTRODUCTION

The InFocus LP500 and LP530 multimedia projectors are specifically designed for multipurpose use. They generate crisp, clear images using Digital Light Processing (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 users 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 LP500s projected image is 800x600. The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280x1024. If your computers screen resolution is higher than 1280x1024, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector. The XGA resolution of the LP530s projected image is 1024x768. The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280x1024. If your computers 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.
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 Users Guide. Users 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.

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FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents

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
NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector is unplugged and your equipment is turned off. If youre 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 video

wired remote

RS-232

composite computer 2-VESA computer S-video audio in audio in video (for all video sources)

monitor

FIGURE 6 Connector panel on optional enhanced connectivity module

to USB mouse

to computer video

to computer

to projector

FIGURE 7 Computer cable

Connecting a Computer The projector ships with an analog computer cable. If your computer has a digital output, you can order the optional digital computer cable. Using a digital source generates the highest quality and brightest image possible. See Optional Accessories on page 56. 1 Plug the end of the computer cable with one cable into the PC 1 connector on the projector. 2 Plug the blue end of the computer cable into the video connector on your computer.

NOTE: Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a secondary display device such as a projector is connected. Refer to your computer manual for the

computer cable USB mouse

command that activates the external video port. Activation commands for some laptop computers FIGURE 8 Connecting the projector to a computer are listed in the Appendix of this manual on page 58 and in the Service section of our website.
Do you want to advance slides in a PowerPoint presentation using the projectors remote?
1 Plug the USB cable into the USB mouse connector on your computer. To use the USB functionality, you must install the USB drivers. See page 16 for details.
Do you want to play your computers audio on the projector?
NOTE: The USB functionality is supported for use with Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Apple OS 8.5 and higher only.
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 Audio In connector on the projector. Now youre ready to power up the projector and your laptop. Skip to Powering up the Projector on page 14.
NOTE: You do not need to restart your computer after connecting a USB mouse to use it (it is hot-pluggable).
Connecting a Video Device 1 If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, youll need only the audio cable, audio adapter, and composite video cable that shipped with the projector.
If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video conNOTE: HDTV sources are connected to the projector using the computer cable. See the previous pages for details.
nector, youll need an S-video cable in addition to the audio cable and audio adapter. The S-video cable is sold separately. (See Optional Accessories on page 56.) 2 Plug the composite video cables yellow connector into the video-out connector on your video player (Figure 9). This connector may be labeled To Monitor.
If youre using an S-video cable, connect it to the S-video
out connector on the video player (Figure 10). 3 Plug the other yellow connector into the composite video connector on the projector.
If youre using S-video, plug the other end of the cable into

the S-video connector

on the projector (Figure 10).

NOTE: The USB functionality is supported for use with Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Apple OS 8.5 and higher only. Windows NT is not supported.
For Windows 2000 and Windows ME: a The USB drivers are automatically installed. You only need to install an additional driver if you want to install the Projector Manager application. When the Add New Hardware Wizard appears asking for the InFocus LP500/530 driver, insert the InFocus CD into your CD-ROM drive. Make sure the CD-ROM disk checkbox is checked so the Wizard can locate the appropriate driver on the CD. (If you do not have the CD, you can download the driver from our website at www.infocus.com/service/software). See page 37 for details on installing Projector Manager software. For a Macintosh computer running Mac OS X: a A Mac OS X driver and Control Panel will be available soon. The USB driver on the CD will not work in the Classic Mac OS environment provided in Mac OS X. You should boot OS 9.1 and follow the Mac OS 9.1 instructions. For a Macintosh computer running Mac OS 9.1: a A dialog box appears stating that software is needed for the USB device. Click Cancel. We recommend installing Projector Manager software. See page 37 for details. 6 The computer image should display on the projection screen. If it doesnt, press the source button on the keypad or the data button on the remote to display your computers image. Make sure your laptops external video port is activated; see Portable and Laptop Activation Chart on page 58 for details.
If necessary, make adjustments to the image using the pro-
NOTE: With some computers, the order in which you power up the equipment is very important. Most computers should be turned on last, after all other peripherals have been turned on. Refer to your computers documentation to determine the correct order.
jectors on-screen menus. To open the menus, press the menu/select button on the keypad or remote, then select the Display or Image sub-menu. For more information about the menus, see page 25.
Turning Off the Projector If you want to turn off the projector for a short period of time, press the standby button on the keypad or remote. This blanks the screen for fifteen minutes, but keeps the projector running. (You can change the amount of time the projector stays in standby mode; see page 33 for details.) After 15 minutes, the lamp goes out. To exit standby mode, press the standby button again. (It may take several seconds for the projection lamp to reach full power and project the image again.) See page 24 for details on standby mode. To turn off the projector, press the power button. The lamp turns off and the LED blinks orange for a minute while the fans continue to run to cool the lamp. When the lamp has cooled, the LED lights green and the fans stop. Unplug the power cord to completely power off the projector.

This allows you to enter zoom mode without using the remote. Highlight Zoom, press menu/select, use the left or right arrow buttons to turn zoom mode on, then press menu/select. Exit the menus to use the zoom feature. The zoom icon appears in the lower right corner. Use the right mouse button to zoom in and use the left mouse button to zoom out. Use the keypad navigation buttons on the keypad to pan the zoomed image. To exit zoom mode, either turn the feature off in the Image menu or press the zoom mode button on the remote.

Auto Image

The projector automatically adjusts tracking, signal synchronization and vertical and horizontal position for most computers. If you want to adjust these features manually, you must turn off Auto image first. Highlight Auto image, press menu/select, then press the left or right arrow buttons to turn this feature off and on.
Manual Sync NOTE: The Manual Sync, Manual Tracking, Horizontal Position and Vertical Position options are available only for analog computer sources. The projector sets these options automatically for digital computer and video sources, with no manual override. Manual Tracking
The projector adjusts signal synchronization automatically for most computers. But if the projected computer image looks fuzzy or streaked, try turning Auto image off then back on again. If the image still looks bad, try adjusting the signal synchronization manually: 1 Turn Auto Image off. 2 Highlight Manual sync, press menu/select, use the arrow buttons to adjust Manual sync until the image is sharp and free of streaks, then press menu/select. The projector adjusts tracking automatically to match the video signal from your computer. However, if the display shows evenly spaced, fuzzy, vertical lines or if the projected image is too wide or too narrow for the screen, try turning Auto Image off then back on again. If the image is still bad, try adjusting the tracking manually: 1 Turn Auto image off. 2 Highlight Manual tracking, press menu/select, use the arrow buttons to adjust Manual tracking until the fuzzy vertical bars are gone, then press menu/select.

Horizontal Position

Follow these steps to manually adjust the horizontal position: 1 Turn Auto image off. 2 Highlight Horizontal position, press menu/select, use the arrow buttons to adjust the Horizontal position, then press menu/select. Positioning adjustments are saved when you turn off the projector.

Vertical Position

Follow these steps to manually adjust the vertical position. 1 Turn Auto image off. 2 Highlight Vertical position, press menu/select, use the arrow buttons to adjust the Vertical position, then press menu/select. Positioning adjustments are saved when you turn off the projector.
Overscan (video sources only)
This option crops all the edges of the image to remove noise generated on the edges by your source. This option is available for video sources only.

Advanced Menu

FIGURE 25 Advanced menu Rear Project
When you turn Rear Project on, the projector reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. Highlight Rear Project, press menu/select, then press the left or right arrow buttons to turn this feature off and on.

Ceiling Project

When you turn Ceiling Project on, the projector turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection. Highlight Ceiling Project, press menu/select, then press the left or right arrow buttons to turn this feature off and on.

Low Power

This setting toggles between on and off. Turn it on to lower the light output of the lamp, thus extending its life. This also lowers the fan speed, making the projector quieter.

Display Messages

This setting toggles between On and Off. When this feature is On, status messages such as No signal detected or Standby Active appear in the lower-right corner of the screen.

Display Startup Screen

This setting toggles between On and Off. When this feature is On, the startup screen appears when the projector starts up and remains until an active source is detected. The startup screen contains contact information. When it is off, a plain black or blue screen is displayed instead of the startup screen.
Highlight Reset then press menu/select to reset the options in the menus (except Language, Video Standard, Ceiling and Rear Project, and Standby Time) to their original settings. Language Menu

FIGURE 26 Language menu

You can display the on-screen menus in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. 1 Press the menu/select button to display the Main menu, press the arrow buttons to highlight Language, then press menu/select again to access the Language menu. 2 Press the arrow buttons to highlight the desired language, then press menu/select. Press menu/select to exit this menu and return to the Main menu.
Status Menu This is a read-only menu for informational purposes. To display the Status menu, highlight Status from the Main menu, then press menu/select.
FIGURE 27 Status menu Lamp Hours Used
Indicates how many hours the current lamp has been in use. The counter starts at zero hours and counts each hour the lamp is in use. Replace the bulb when the brightness is no longer acceptable. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 45 for details.

Computer Resolution (computer sources only)
Shows your computers resolution setting. To change this, go to your computers Control Panel and adjust the resolution in the Display tab. See your computers users guide for details.
Video Format (video sources only)
Shows the video format being displayed.

Source

Indicates the active source, PC 1-Analog, PC 1-Digital, Video1 SVideo, and Video 2-Composite (also PC 2-VESA and Video 3Component when using the optional connectivity module).

Software Version

Indicates the projectors software version. This information is useful when contacting Technical Support.
PROJECTOR MANAGER SOFTWARE
This software is included on the Online CD. It allows you to adjust some projector settings directly from your computer, rather than from the projectors menus. The CD also contains a software driver that must be installed to use Projector Manager software. Installing the Software To install: 1 Connect the projector to your computer. Be sure to also connect the USB mouse connector. See page 9 for details. 2 Turn on the projector, then your computer. 3 Insert the Online CD into your computers CD drive. The Registration page appears. 4 Click Register Later/Already Registered to advance to the next window, then choose your projector model from the pulldown menu. 5 Click the Projector Manager text to install the application. Follow the Installers instructions to install Projector Manager software on your computer. 6 When installation is complete on a PC, click Exit to close the Online CD application. The Projector Manager icon is added to the computers system tray. A green dot on the icon indicates a projector is connected to the computer, while a red dot indicates no projector is connected or there is an error. Double-click this icon to launch Projector Manager software.
NOTE: Projector Manager software requires Windows 98, Windows ME, or Windows 2000 or higher or Mac OS 9.1 and a USB port.
NOTE: When using a Mac, you must restart the computer after installation. The Projector Manager icon is added to the Control Strip, and is launched by clicking the icon and selecting Configure Projector.
Using the Software To launch the software, double-click the Projector Manager icon in the Control Panel or in the system tray. The Projector Manager software opens to the General menu.
FIGURE 28 General menu General menu
Choose the desired source from the Source pull-down menu to change the active source. Click Standby to display a blank screen. You can select a black, blue, or white screen from the Display tab (see page 39). Click Reset to reset the options in the menus (except Language, Video Standard, and Ceiling and Rear Project) to their original settings.

Follow these steps to manually adjust the horizontal position: 1 Turn Auto Image off. 2 Move the slider to adjust the Horizontal position. Positioning adjustments are saved when you power off the projector.

Vertical position

Follow these steps to manually adjust the vertical position. 1 Turn Auto Image off. 2 Move the slider to adjust the Vertical position.

Controls menu

FIGURE 31 Controls menu Video Standard NOTE: If you already know the video standard used in your geographical area, its often best to manually select it.
When Video standard is set to Auto, the projector attempts to pick the video standard (NTSC, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, or SECAM) automatically based on the input signal it receives. (The video standard options may vary depending on your region of the world.) If the projector is unable to detect the correct standard, the colors might not look right or the image might appear torn. If this happens, manually select a standard from the pulldown menu.
This determines which source the projector checks first for active video during power-up. Select among Data-Analog, Data-Digital, Composite Video and S-Video from the pulldown menu.

Rear Projection

When you turn Rear Projection on, the projector reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. Click the check box to turn this feature on and off.

Auto Source Select

When this feature is Off, the projector defaults to the source selected in Default Source. To display another source, you must manually select one by pressing the source button on the keypad or the data or video button on the remote, or by using the Source option in Projector Manager. When this feature is On, the projector automatically finds the active source, checking the default source first. Click the check box to turn this feature on and off.
When this feature is On, status messages appear in the lowerright corner of the screen. Click the check box to turn this feature off and not see status messages.
When this feature is On, the InFocus startup screen appears when the projector starts up and remains until an active source is detected. The startup screen contains information on contacting InFocus. Click the check box to turn this feature off and display a plain black, blue, or white screen instead of the startup screen.

4 Loosen the two non-removable screws on the outside of the module (Figure 34).
FIGURE 34 Loosening the screws on the lamp module
5 Lift and grasp the metal bail wire and lift the module out (Figure 35). Dispose of the lamp module in an environmentally proper manner.
FIGURE 35 Removing the lamp module
6 Install the new lamp module, being sure to align the connectors properly. 7 Push the module in until it is flush with the bottom case of the projector. 8 Tighten the screws on the outside of the module. 9 Replace the lamp door by inserting the hooks on the lamp door into the slots on the projector and pressing the lamp door into place. The arrow on the lamp door should point to the lock icon on the bottom of the projector. If the lamp door does not fit properly or bulges out, remove the door and reseat the lamp module. 10 Plug in the power cord and press the green power button to turn the projector back on. 11 To reset the lamp hour counter in the Status window, press and hold the volume - button, then press the source button (while still holding down the volume - button) for 5 seconds. Verify that the counter was reset by viewing the counter in the Status window.
WARNING: Do not drop the lamp module or touch the glass bulb! The glass may shatter and cause injury.
Cleaning the Projection Lamp Filter Screens In dirty or dusty environments, the dust filter screens on the lamp module can become clogged, causing high temperatures inside the lamp module. These high temperatures can cause premature lamp failure. Routine maintenance to remove dust and dirt from the screens lowers the lamp operating temperature and prolongs lamp life. To maximize lamp life you may want to clean the screen every 250 hours. 1 Remove the lamp module. Refer to Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 45 for instructions. 2 Examine the dust filter screens on each side of the lamp module. If necessary, use compressed or canned air to clean the screens. Then use a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol to lightly wipe each screen. After you've wiped each screen, use the compressed or canned air to blow away remaining contaminants.

screen

FIGURE 36 Lamp module screens
3 Before you replace the lamp, use the compressed or canned air to clean the lamp housing in the projector. 4 Replace the lamp and lamp door.
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control The life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you use the remote. Symptoms of low battery charge include erratic responses when using the remote and a reduced range of operation. Follow these steps to replace the batteries: 1 Turn the remote face down in your hand. 2 Push the tab on the battery door toward the top of the remote and lift the door off. 3 Remove the old batteries and dispose of them in an environmentally proper manner. 4 Install two new AAA alkaline batteries. Make sure you install each in the correct direction. 5 Insert the hooks on the battery door into the remote and press the tab to re-install the door. Using the Security Lock The projector has a security connector for use with a PC Guardian Cable Lock System (Figure 37). See Optional Accessories on page 56 for ordering information. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.

FIGURE 37 Installing the security lock
Troubleshooting Problem: The projector is not running Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a fully functional AC electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord is also properly connected to the projector.
If the projector is plugged into a power strip, make sure the
power strip is turned on.
Make sure the projector is turned on.
Problem: Projector is running, but nothing appears on projection screen Make sure you have removed the lens cap on the projection lens at the front of the projector.
Check the projectors lamp to ensure that it is securely con-
nected in the lamp module. Make sure the lamp door is installed. Make sure the lamp has not been in use for over 2,000 hours. The lamp automatically shuts off at 2,000 hours. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 45. A series of three fast blinking red LEDs indicates a lamp or fan failure. Problem: Only the start-up screen displays Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page 9 through page 10 for connection procedures.
Make sure that the cables do not have any bent pins. Verify that the proper input source is connected. See Source
(keypad only) or Data and Video (remote only) on page 22.
You might need to turn everything off and power up the
equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your computers documentation to determine the correct order.
Make sure your laptops external video port is turned on. See
the Portable and Laptop Activation Chart on page 58 or your computers manual for details.
Make sure your computers video board is installed and con-

figured correctly.

If youre using Windows 98: 1 Open My Computer icon, the Control Panel folder and then the Display icon. 2 Click the Settings tab. 3 Verify that the Desktop area is set to 1280x1024 or less. Problem: Color or text not being projected You might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the text is visible. Refer to Brightness on page 26 for more information. Problem: The screen resolution is not right Make sure the computers video card is set for a resolution of no greater than 1280x1024. Problem: Image isnt centered on the screen Move the projector to reposition the image.

Problem: Lamp shuts off A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Unplug the projector, wait at least a minute, then plug it back in.
Make sure the vents are not blocked. Make sure the lamp has not been in use for over 2000 hours.
The lamp automatically shuts off after 2000 hours. The most current troubleshooting information can be found in the Service and Support section of our website at http://www.infocus.com/service. Youll also find a Technical Library, FAQs, and support contacts including a technical support e-mail form. Before calling your dealer or InFocus Technical Support for assistance, please have the following information available:
the projectors serial number (located on the bottom label) the resolution of your computer.
Call InFocus Technical Support at 1-800-799-9911 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 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central European Time. In Asia, call (65) 353-9449 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com

APPENDIX

Specifications The projector must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified.
Temperature Operating Non-operating Altitude Operating Non-operating Humidity Operating and non-oper. 50 to 104 F (10 to 40 C) at sea level 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 C) at 10,000 feet -4 to 158 F (-20 to 70 C)
0 to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) 0 to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters)
10% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Dimensions 10.25 x 3.34 x 11 inches (26 x 8.5 x 28 cm) with module 10.25 x 3.34 x 12 inches (26 x 8.5 x 30.5 cm) Weight 5.7 lbs. (2.6 kg) unpacked with module 6.5 lbs. (2.9 kg) Optics Focus Range Lamp Type

5 - 16 feet (1.5-5 m)

270-watt SHP lamp
Input Power Requirements 100-120VAC 5A;50/60Hz 200-240VAC 3A; 50Hz

Accessories

Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Quick Start card Users Guide Soft Case Shipping Box Analog Computer Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Composite Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Computer Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) Audio Adapter (RCA to 3.5mm) Remote Projection Lamp Module (included in projector) Lens Cap Online CD-ROM Part Number 009-0581-xx 010-0286-xx 110-0423-xx 110-0421-xx 210-0185-xx 210-0176-xx 210-0118-xx 210-0177-xx 590-0409-xx SP-LAMP-LP5E 505-0841-xx 010-0293-xx
NOTE: Use only InFocusapproved accessories. Other products have not been tested with the projector.

Computer Mastersport Micro Express* Micron Microslate* Mitsubishi NCR NEC* **
Key command to activate port FN-F2 automatic FN-F2 automatic SW2 On-Off-Off-Off setup screen option setup screen option CRT at the DOS prompt FN-F3
Key command to de-activate port FN-F1 warm reboot FN-F2 warm reboot SW2 Off-On-On-On setup screen option setup screen option LCD at the DOS prompt FN-F3 automatic FN-O/* FN-F0 Ctrl-Alt-> FN-F2 Ctrl-Alt-S at bootup setup screen option setup screen option dip switch to LCD Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Alt-Insert setup screen option FN-F5 setup screen option setup screen option FN-F6 Ctrl-Alt-Home FN-Home FN-F5 setup screen option FN-F7 FN-F5 Automatic
Olivetti* Packard Bell* ** Panasonic Prostar Samsung* Sanyo Sharp Sun SPARCDataview Tandy** Tangent Texas Instruments* Top-Link* ** Toshiba* **
automatic FN-O/* FN-F0 Ctrl-Alt-< FN-F2 Ctrl-Alt-S at bootup setup screen option setup screen option dip switch to CRT Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Alt-Insert setup screen option FN-F5 setup screen option setup screen option FN-F6 Ctrl-Alt-End FN-End FN-F5 setup screen option

Twinhead*

FN-F7 FN-F5 Automatic
Computer WinBook Wyse Zenith**
Key command to activate port Ctrl-Alt-F10 software driven FN-F10 FN-F2 FN-F1
Key command to de-activate port Ctrl-Alt-F10 software driven FN-F10 FN-F2 FN-F1 Ctrl-Shift-D FN-F1

Zeos**

Ctrl-Shift-D FN-F1
* These manufacturers have models that automatically send video to the external CRT port when some type of display device is attached. ** These manufacturers offer more than one key command depending on the computer model.
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer When you turn video mirroring (called SimulScan in newer PowerBookssee below) on, the projector displays the same information that appears on your PowerBooks built-in screen. When video mirroring is off, the projector acts like a separate display. To turn on video mirroring for the first time: 1 Open the Monitors control panel; click on Monitor 2. 2 Set the number of colors you want. 3 Open the Control Strip, then click on the monitor icon. 4 Select Turn Video Mirroring On. Now you can turn video mirroring on and off from the Control Strip without having to open the Monitors control panel again. When using video mirroring and high color graphics such as slide shows, the projected image occasionally might turn black and white. If this happens, perform the following steps: 1 Turn off video mirroring. 2 Open the Monitors control panel. 3 Move the white menu bar to Monitor 2 to set the projector as the primary monitor. 4 Restart the PowerBook.

Using SimulScan

Some newer PowerBooks display images on an external monitor or projector differently than previous ones. When using SimulScan, the projector displays the same information that appears on your PowerBook To select SimulScan: 1 Open the Control Panel, then double-click Monitors and Sound. 2 In the Resolution list, choose the SimulScan mode, then click OK. 3 If this changes your display settings, a dialog box appears. Click OK to confirm the change. 63

Projected Image Size

NOTE: Use the graph and table to help you determine projected image sizes.
Diagonal Image Size (inches)

maximum image size

minimum image size
Distance to Screen (feet)
FIGURE 38 Projected image size
NOTE: Visit our website at www.infocus.com for an interactive image size calculator. It is located in the Technical Library in the Service and Support section.
Table 1: Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size Distance to screen Diagonal Screen Size (inches) 150 Image Width (inches) 120 Maximum distance (feet) 8.5 10.2 11.9 12.7 14.1 17.0 21.2 Minimum Distance (feet) 6.9 8.3 9.7 10.4 11.6 13.9 17.4
cables audio 9 composite video 10 computer cable 3, 8, 9 ordering 56 power 56 S-video 10 cases, ordering 56 ceiling projection 34 centering the image 20, 31, 41 cleaning the lamp filter screens 48 cleaning the projection lens 45 Color Management menu options Auto color gain 32 Degamma 32 color, adjusting 27 colors dont match monitor colors 52 not displayed 51 compatibility IBM-compatible 2 Macintosh 2 component video 12 composite video 10 computers compatible 2 connecting 9 connecting audio cable 9 computers 9 power cord 14 remote 9 USB mouse 9 video device 10 connectivity, enhanced 12 contrast, adjusting 27 Control menu options Auto source 33 Default Source 33 Standby Time 33
accessories, ordering 56 activation commands for laptop computers 58 Add New Hardware Wizard 14 adjusting brightness 26 color 27 color gain 32 contrast 27 height of the projector 20 keystone 26 tint 27 volume 24 Advanced menu options Ceiling Project 34 Display Messages 34 Display Startup Screen 35 Low Power 34 Rear projection 34 Reset 35 altitude limits 55 assistance. See Technical Support audio cable, connecting 9 Audio menu options Mute 28 Volume 28 Auto color gain 32 auto image 30 auto source 33