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To have the winning edge in your next presentation, look to the Proxima Ultralight LSI mutiimedia projector. Selected by PC IVortf editors as the Best Projection System of '99, the LSI offers big-projector features in a small, affordable package. You can count on the image quality, set-up flexibilrty. and durability of the award-winning Ultralight LSI to ensure an unbeatable presentation v^erever you go.

■ exceptional image quality with 700 ANSI lumens of brightness, for lights-on presentations in any room

■ broad range of compatibility with PC desktops, portables, Apple Macs and PowerBooks

• supports full-screen images from any notebook with VCA1640 x 480). SVGA (800 x 800) or X6A (1024 X 768) resolution

• magnesium alloy enclosure is both lightweight and extra durable, so it stands up to the rigors of the road

• 1.6:1 power zoom lens allows you to set up the LSI anywhere in the room and adjust the image size accordingly

• Proxima's Laser F/X^ remote control with buih-in laser pointer and mouse contrtM puts you in command of the projector and your computer

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PRESENTATIONS WORKING SESSIONS TRAINING MULTIMEDIA ANIMATION VIDEO

INFORMATION TO THE USER NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pu’^u

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment ger>.ji ^ uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and. if not installed and used in accordance with the use

guide, may cause harmful interfererKe to radio communications. Operation of this equipment ir residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to corr

the interference at his own expense.

TO THE OWNER

As the owner of a ULTRALIGHT LSI. you are probably eager to try out your new projector. Before you do, suggest that you spend a little time reading this guide to familiarize yourself with the operating procedures.

Uvit you will receive moximum eatlefaction from the many features included in your new projeetor

This user's guide will acquaint you with your projector’s features. Reading it will help us too. Through the yea we have fourtd that many service requests were rtot caused by problems with our projectors. They were caus by problems that could have been prevented, if the owner had followed the Instructions in the guide. You can often conoct operatir>g ^oblems yourself. If your prelector fails to work properly, s TROUBLESHOOTING’ section on pages 47 - 46 and try the solutiorts marked for each problem.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPUANCE TO RAIN (

MOISTURE. ^

This Projector has a groundlng*type AC line plug. This is a safety feature to be sure that the plug'wiai into the power outlet Do not try to defeat this safety feature.

Intense light source. Do not stare directly Into the projection tens as possible eye damage could resi Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam.

If the Projector will not be used for an extended time, unplug the Projector from the power outlet.

READ AND KEEP THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR LATER USE.

CAUTION

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

All №« safety and oparadnd inam^cDona should be read before the product ia operated.

Read ai of the instn>ctiond giveo here and retain them for later use. Unplug (his proiector from AC power supply before cleane>g. Do rtot use Squid or aerosol ciearvers. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Oo rKt use attachmems not recommer>ded by the

fnaixdactuier as they may cause hazards. Oo r>ot place this proiector on an unstable cart stand, or

table. The protector may M. causing serious infury to a cMd or adult. ar)d sencus damage to the protector. Use only with a cart or stand recommer>ded by the manufacturer, or sold with the projector. WaN or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounor>g kit approved by the manufacturer.

Oo not expose this urvt to rain or use r>ear water... for example, m a wet basement rvear a swimmmg pool. etc...

Slots and oper)ings m the back and bottom of the cabinet are provtded for ventsation. to insure reliable operation of the equipment and to protect it from overheating.

The opamr^ should r>6ver be covered with cloth or other material, and the bottom opening should not be blocked by placing the projector on a bed. sofa, rug, or other similar surface. TNs protector should never be placed near or over a radiator or neat register.

d. If the protector does not operate normally by following the

operabng instructions. Adfust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adaistmem of other controls may result in damage and wfl often require extensive work by a quaiiSed technician to restore the projector to normal operation.

e. tf the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged.

f. When the projector exhMs a distinct cha/>ge in

pociormance*this indicates a need lor service.

When repiacemem pans are required, be sure the service technician rtas used replacement pans specified by the manufacturer that have the same chs^actensocs as the ohgjnal part Unauthorized substitutions may result in tire, electric shock, or atfury to oersons.

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this protector, ask the servKe techndan to perform routine safety checks to

determine that the projector is in safe operating condition.

This proiector is equipped with a grounding type AC line plug. Should yog be unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact

your electrician. Oo not defeat

GROUND

Follow al warnings and instructions marked on the

profeetors.

the safety purpose of this groundmg type plug.

This pro^ecw should not be placed in a budt*in instaHabon such as a bookcase unless proper ventfation is provided.

This protector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the mahor>g label. If you are not sure of the type of power suppsed. consult your authonzed dealer or local power company.

Oq not overload wall outlets and extertsion cords as this can result in fire or eiecmc shock. Oo rtot allow anythir>g to rest on the power cord. Oo not locate this projector where the cord WIN be abused by persons waJidr>g on it

New push obiecu of eny kind into thie proi«cter through

cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spiH liquid of any kind on the protector.

Oo not attemot to servM this protector yourseff as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other rtazards. Refer all servtcing to quabfied service personnel.

Unplug this projector from wall outlet and refer servicing to quakited service personnel under the fosowng conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If Bqud has been soded into the pr^ector. c. If the projeaor has been exposed to rain or water.

For added protection to the projeaor during a lightnir>g storm, or when It Is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it ffom the was outlet. This wiH prevent damage due to bghtning and oowenine surges.

An appliance and can combination Should be moved with care. Oukk stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces n\ay cause the appiiarKo and cart combination to overturn.

H the projeaor is to be built into a compartment or simiiarty enclosed, the minimum distances must be maintained. Do not cover the ventilation slot on the projeaor. Heat buikl*up can reduce the service life of your projeaor. and can also be dangerous.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE FEATURES AND DESIGN ACCESSORIES 6 POWER REQUIREMENTS 6 DESCRIPTION 7

SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR 6-9

POSmONING 8 ROOM UCKT VENTILATION AOJUSTABLEFEET

MOVING THE PROJECTOR 9 OTHER FUNCnON SETHNO

CONNECTINQ THE PROJECTORTHE 10-15

CONNECTING THE COMPUTER

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CONNECTING THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT 15 TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR

CONNECTING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT 15

OPERATION OF CONTROLS 16-18 CLEANING THE LENS

TOP OF THE PROJECTOR REAR OF THE PROJECTOR

OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL 19-21

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION 21 USING REMOTE CONTROL 21

CONTROL THE PROJECTOR

DIRECTOPERATION

MENU OPERATION

8ASIC OPERATION

TURNING ON THE PROJECTOR 2S TURNING OFF THE PROJECTOR 25 DIRECT OPERATION 26

MODE SELECT 26 SOUND VOLUME ADJUSTMENT 26 SOUND MUTE FUNCTION 26 ZOOM ADJUSTMENT 26 FOCUS ADJUSTMENT NORMAL PICTURE FUNCTION 26 BLANK FUNCTION 26 FREEZE PICTURE FUNCTION AUTO IMAGE FUNCTION

MENU OPERATION

MODE SELECT SOUND ADJUSTMENT LANGUAGE ADJUSTMENT 28

5 COLOR SYSTEM SELECT {V«440|

PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT (Vid«o> PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT <Vd#o)

COMPUTER SYSTEM SELECT PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT (Compulw) PICTURE POSITION ADJUSTMENT (Compul4/|

8 6 AUTO IMAGE FUNCTION (Conwtor| 9 PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT {Compir)

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16-17 TROUBLESHOOTINQ

AIR RLTER CARE ANO CLEANING

LAMP REPLACEMENT

PC ADJUSTMENT

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FEATURES AND DESIGN

This ULTAAUGKT LSI is ^signed me most edvanced technetogy for portaOiirty. dgreotlity. and ease of use. The projector uolizes muiomedta features, a palette of 16.77 rmllton colors, and active matnx bQuM crystal display (LCD) lecrmoiogy.

Compatibility

This proiecior is compaotle with many different types of personal computers and video devicas. incfc>dir>9:

SVGA (600 X eOO). VGA (640 x 460.720 x 400.640 x 400) MAC tr (S12 X 084). ir (640 x 460). 1Г (8Э2 x 624)

XGA (1024 X 766)*/MAC I9*(t024 x 766)* •*projected with congress mode Various video eouipments using any of the world wide video standards, including: NTSC. NTSC4.43. PAL and SECAM.

Image ffesolutlon

Picture Imape is profectsd in the resolution of 604 x 604. Screen resoiuttons between 600 x 600 and 1024 X 76$ are compressed to 604 x 604. ТЫ$ protector cannot dttpiay in the resolution more than 1024 x 766. If your computer's screen resoluPon is higher than 1024 x 766. reset the resolution to the lower before connecting the pr^ector.

Portability

This profector is extremely corrpact m size and weight Havmg a sophisticated shape ttce an atiachd case wrth a retractable carrying handle, the proiector ww help you make powerful preser.tabon wherever you go.

Serean Mode

Screen display can be selected among;

Computer mode True, Digital zoom (Expand. Compress. Panning) Video mode — Regular (4:3). VAde (16:9)

Multilanguage

MENU DISPLAY is displayed with:

Engtish. Oeutsch. Frartçad. itaOane. EspanOl. or Japanese

Automatic Multlscanning system

This protector can detect discUy sagnais from most personal computers currently distnbuted. It 1$ free from compaeaied adjustments to project ptcture xnages from PC.

Motor Zoom / Focus Lens

Zoom and Focus of Lens can be controlled with Top Control and Remote Control.

Other Features

Reverse Display. Air Pad Remote Control

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ACCESSORIES

ТЫ$ projector containe ioloww>g parts. When unpacking, make sure aK of the parts listed oeigw ar* * ir>cSuded. If any part is missing, contact authonzed dealer or service station.

• User's Oiade.

• AC Power Cords (UL and European types).

• Remote Control Unit ar>d Pattenes.

• Lens Cover.

• Canying case.

• VGA Cable.

• y/QAMAC Adapter.

• Mouse Cable for PS/2 port

• Mouse Cable for serial port

• Mouse Cable for A08 port.

• S*v»deo cable (Mini OiN^a type).

• АУсаЫе (RCA type ж 3).

• PC audio cable (Stereo mini )aek).

Your protector uses nominal input voltages of 100*120 VAC or 200*240 VAC. The projectc automatically selects the correct input voAage. It is designed to work with single*phase pow( systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the nsk of electncal shock, do not plu into any other type of power system. Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not sure of the type of power suppi beir>g in use.

For the safety, unplug the AC Power Cord when the appiance is r>ot used. When this projector is connected to the outlet with the AC Power Cord, the appliance is in Stand-by Mode and consumes a little electnc power.

Projector side (Female) AC outlet side (Male)

POWER REQUIREMENTS

CAUTION

Connect the AC power supply cord (provided) to the projector. The socket-outlet must be near this equipment and must be easily accessible.

TRADEMARKS

• Apple. Macintosh, and PowerSook are trademarks or registered trademan<s of Apo^ Computer, tnc.

• IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of rntemaoonal Business Machines, inc.

• Pronma t$ a registered irademark of Proxima Corporation.

• 09>er trademarks are the property of their respective owrters.

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REAR

©(HAUST VENT

CAUTION

HOT AIR EXHAUSTED !

Air blown from the exhaust vent is hot When using or Installing the projector.

following attention should be taken.

• Oo not put a flammable object near this part Keep heat'sensitive objects away from the exhaust part

• Oo not touch this part especiaily screws ar>d metallic parts. This part will become hot while

the projector is used.

POWER CORO CONNECTOR

CARRY HANDLE

INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER

BOTTOM

ADJUSTABLE FEET

LAMP COVER

AIR INTAKE VENT

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SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR

POSITIONING:

*TI«» pfujecCot is basicdlly dtssiyiwO (u piuj«№l on a (Idt piuii«ct>w«i surface.

• This projector can be focused from 3.6' (1.1 m) - 37.7* (11.5m). e Refer to the figure below to adjust the screen size.

ROOM LIGHT

The brightness of the room has a great influence on the quality of a picture. Dimming

the feghts can improve picture quality.

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Maximum Zoom>

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57* (1448 mm)

100*

VENTILATION

This projector is equipped with coofing fans to protect it from overheating. Pay attention to the foAowing to ensure proper air flow and avoid possible risks of fire and malfunction.

Do not cover the vent windows. Keep the rear grill at least one meter away

from any object Make sure that there are no object uiyfer the projector. An obstacle under the projector may prevent the projector from taking the cooling air

through the bottom vent

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114* (2896 mm) 171* (4343 mm)

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adjustable'Feet

Picture tilt and protection angle can be adjusted by twisting ADJUSTABLE FEET. Protection angie can be adjusted 0 to 2* by rotating adjustable feet

Use the carry handle when nxiving the projector.

eWhen moving the projector, replace the lens cover and

rotate the feet fully clockwise (to shorten the feel) to prevent damage.

MOVING THE PROJECTOR

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ADJUSTABLE FEET

• Do not dr^ or give a shock to the projector, otherwise damages or malfunctions may result

• When carrying the projector, use a Proxima recommended carrying case.

• Do not transport the projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case. This may cause damage to the projector. To transport the projector through a courier or transport service, use a Proxima

recommend^ case.

• For a carrying or transportation cases, contact a Proxima authonzed dealer.

CAUTION IN CARRYING OR TRANSPORTING THE PROJECTOR

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CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR

This projector has various kir)d of input/output terminals to connect with peri; equipment. Connect the projector to the equipments before turning it on.

CONNECTING THE COMPUTER

CONNECTINQ TO THE COMPUTER INPUT HDB15-PIN fVGA) TERMINAL

A computer can be connected to the HOBtSpin terminal on the protector.

• Connect the computer to this terminal using the VGA cable and VGA/MAC adapter

(suppfied).

CONNECTING TO THE MONITOR OUTPUT HDB1S»PIN (VGA) TERMINAL

This terminal outputs only computer input signal to the monitor. A monitor can be connected to the HDBlS-pin (VGA) terminal on the projector.

• Connect the monitor to this terminal using the monitor cable (not supplied).

CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER AUDIO INPUT JACKS

• Connect audio outputs from your computer to the jacks using №e audio cable.

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CONNECTING TO THE MULTNPOLE 12»P1N (CONTROL PORn

I If you wish to control the computer with projector's remote control unit, you must conrt

the control port (PS/2. Serial or ADB port) on your computer to the projector's control Pv. i

with one of the suppled cables, (three type cables provided: for PS/2 Port. Serial Port ane A08 Port)

CONTROL PORT CABLE REMOVAL HINT

Disconnect control port cable with foHowing steps.

t. Hold the portion (A) of the connector with one hand.

2. Pull the portion (8) arrow direction and remove coooector.

CONNECTING TO THE DIN 8 (SERIAL PORT) CONNECTOR

I If you control the projector by computer, you must connect a cable from your computer to

this connector.

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Macintosh desktop computer connection

Set the s&de switches as shown in the taMe below depending on the RESOLUTION MODE that you want to use betöre you turn on

the projector and computer.

RESOLUTION MODE SW1

13* MODE (640 X 400) 16’MODE (832X624)

19" MODE (1024 X 768)

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IBM-compatible laptop computer connection

COMPUTER

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