BOXLIGHT CD-725c User Manual
BOXLIGHT CD-725c
User’s Guide
Copyright
Copyright © 2002 by BOXLIGHT Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this
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to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BOXLIGHT Corporation to notify
any person of such revision or changes.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Shipping Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Projector Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
External Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installing or Replacing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Screen Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Connecting to Various Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Digital Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Auto Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
1. Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2. Image Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3. Source Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4. Control Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5. PIP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lamp Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Use and Replacement of the Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lamp LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lamp Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Resetting Lamp Hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Temp Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Accessories (included in the Standard Package). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Optional Accessories (not included in the Standard Package) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Ordering Parts or Getting Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Projector Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Timing Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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INTRODUCTION
Caution
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER –SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL. PLEASE READ THIS USER’S GUIDE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR PROJECTOR. SAVE THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE .
Safety Instructions
1. Read this user’s guide before you operate your projector and save it for future reference.
2. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for
approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps
beyond the rated life could cause them to explode on rare occasions.
3. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.
4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this appliance. Take it to a
qualified technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly can
cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall,
sustaining serious damage.
6. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation.
Please use suitable equipment for mounting the unit and ensure it is securely
installed.
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Caution
• Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector
lamp is on.
• Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense
light beam may damage your eyes.
• In some countries, the line voltage is NOT stable. This projector is
designed to operate safely within a bandwidth of 110 to 240 volts, but
could fail if power cuts or surges of more than10 volts occur. In these
high-risk areas, it is recommended that a power stabilizer unit be used in
conjuction with this projector.
Save this user’s guide: The information contained in this manual will assist you in operating
and maintaining your personal projector.
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Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY
Boxlight ("Boxlight") warrants that each CD-725c ("the Product") sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of Boxlight. Said limited
warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution or resale. Said warranty shall
continue for a period of two (2) years from the date of such purchase. The standard limited warranty excludes the lamps in projectors after 120 days and the accessories after one
year. Boxlight does not warrant that the Product will meet the specific requirements of the
first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use. Boxlight's
liability for the breach of the foregoing limited warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the Product or refund of the purchase price of the Product, at Boxlight's sole
option. Replacement Product may be re-furbished in "like-new" condition, at Boxlight's
sole discretion. To exercise the Purchaser's rights under the foregoing warranty, the Product must be returned at the Purchaser's sole cost and expense, to Boxlight or to any
authorized Boxlight service center provided, and the Product must be accompanied by a
written letter explaining the problem and which includes (i) proof of date of purchase; (ii)
the dealer's name; and (iii) the model and serial number of the Product. When sending
your unit in for repair, please ship your unit in its original packing material or a Boxlight
approved ATA Shipping Case, or have a professional packaging company pack the unit.
Please insure your shipment for its full value. A return authorization number, issued by the
Boxlight customer service department, must also be clearly displayed on the outside of the
shipping carton containing the Product.
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WARRANTY LIMITATION AND EXCLUSION
Boxlight shall have no further obligation under the foregoing limited warranty if the Product has been damaged due to abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, unusual physical or electrical stress (unusual physical and electrical stress includes unusually long operation,
exposure to smoke and other airborne contaminants), unauthorized modifications, tampering, alterations, or service other than by Boxlight or its authorized agents, causes other
than from ordinary use or failure to properly use the Product in the application for which
said Product is intended.
DISCLAIMER OF UNSTATED WARRANTIES
THE WARRANTY PRINTED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS
PURCHASE. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF AND THE FOREGOING
WARRANTY SHALL NOT BE EXTENDED, ALTERED OR VARIED EXCEPT BY WRITTEN INSTRUMENT SIGNED BY BOXLIGHT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY MAY LAST, SO SUCH
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT BOXLIGHT'S LIABILITY WHETHER IN CONTRACT, IN TORT, UNDER ANY WARRANTY, IN NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE
SHALL NOT EXCEED THE RETURN OF THE AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE
PAID BY PURCHASER AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL BOXLIGHT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUES OR LOST SAVINGS. THE PRICE STATED FOR THE
PRODUCT IS A CONSIDERATION IN LIMITING BOXLIGHT'S LIABILITY. NO ACTION,
REGARDLESS OF FORM, ARISING OUT OF THE AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE THE
PRODUCT MAY BE BROUGHT BY PURCHASER MORE THAN ONE YEAR AFTER THE
CAUSE OF ACTION HAS ACCRUED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
THAT VARY FROM S TAT E TO STATE .
FCC Statement
FCC STATEMENT - CLASS A: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class “A” computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC
Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his/her own expense will be required
to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
FCC STATEMENT - CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
EEC STATEMENT: This machine was tested against the 89/336/EEC (European Economic
Community) for EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility) and fulfills these requirements.
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Shipping Contents
The Projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to standard PC or
laptop computers. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all the items shown below.
If any of these items are missing, please contact personnel at the place of purchase.
User's
Guide
G
Q
Star
uide
uic
k
t
Projector
Remote Control
Audio Cable
VGA Cable
USB Cable
Optional Accessories
3-2 Converter
220V
240V
Power Cord
AV Cable
User's Guide
Battery
110V
Quick StartGuide
Deluxe SoftCarry Case
HDTV
Component Cable
S-Video Cable
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1. Macintosh adapter
2. Spare lamp module
Projector Description
Projector
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6
8
1
5
2
3
External control panel
1
4
11
10 11 14 15
Audio/ Video connector
(see next page)
Projection lens Audio jack
2
Front adjuster USB mouse connector
3
IR remote sensor S-Video jack
4
Ventilation grill RS 232 control port
5
Speaker Rear adjuster feet
6
Projection lens adjuster Kensington lock
7
RGB signal input
8
RGB signal output Main power switch
9
BPR
connector Lamp door
YP
10
12
13
14
15
16
17
AC power cord inlet
18
19
20
9
12
13
20
4
3
17
18
16
19
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External Control Panel
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2
1
Power
1
Presses the Power key to turn the
projector on or off.
Auto
2
Automatically determines the best
picture settings for current received
signals.
Left/ Keystone -
3
Right/ Keystone +
5
4
6
Exit
Menu
53
6
7
LAMP
TEMP
7
Source
8
9
Selects signal sources from among
PC, Video, S-Video and YP
Lamp Indicator
8
The Lamp Indicator will light up
when the lamp needs service,
cooling or replacement. See “Lamp
Information” on page 21 for more
detailed information.
BPR
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Menu will display the menu system
on screen. Press Menu again to
access the sub-menus. Left and
Right help you navigate among
choices and settings in the menus
and sub-menus. However, when the
on-screen menu is not activated, the
Left and Right buttons will function
as Keystone +/- hot keys.
Press the Exit button to go back to
the main menu. Press Exit again to
leave the menu system.
Temp indicator
9
The Temp indicator will flash when
the system temperature is too high,
which may occur if the projector is
operated improperly. See "Temp
Information" on page 23 for more
detailed information.
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