IBM IL1210 User Manual
iL1210 IBM MicroPortable Projector
User’ s Guide
iL1210 IBM MicroPortable Projector
User’ s Guide
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information
under “Appendix G. Product warranties and notices” on page 51.
First Edition (April 2001)
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Contents
Safety: Read first ..........v
About this book ..........vii
Registering your option ........vii
Chapter 1. Installation and user’s guide . . 1
Introduction ............1
Image resolution ..........1
Compatibility ...........1
Unpacking the projector ........2
Usage guidelines ...........3
Setting up the projector ........4
Connecting a computer to the projector . . 7
Connecting a video player ......9
Chapter 2. Using the projector .....13
Basic image adjustment ........13
Adjusting the projector .......13
Using the remote control .......15
Using the keypad and remote control
buttons.............16
Menu/select ...........16
Source (keypad only) or data and video
(remote control only) ........16
Reset (keypad only) ........16
Keystone (remote only) .......17
Forward/back buttons (remote only) . . . 17
Up/down arrow buttons .......17
Using the on-screen menus ......18
Display menu ..........19
Image menu for computer sources . . . 20
Image menu for video sources .....22
Control menu ..........23
Advanced menu .........24
Language menu..........24
Status menu ...........25
Appendix A. Product specifications . . . 27
Specifications ...........27
Accessories ............28
Appendix B. Maintenance and
troubleshooting ..........29
Cleaning the lens ..........29
Replacing the projection lamp ......30
Replacing the batteries in the remote control 34
Using the security lock .......35
Troubleshooting..........36
Appendix C. Portable and mobile computer
activation ............39
Appendix D. Using video mirroring . . . 45
Using video mirroring with a PowerBook
computer .............45
Using Simulscan .........45
Appendix E. Projected image size ....47
Appendix F. Help and service information 49
Online technical support ........49
Telephone technical support.......49
Appendix G. Product warranties and
notices .............51
IBM Statement of Limited Warranty ....51
Part 1 - General Terms .......51
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms.....54
Trademarks ............63
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
statement .............63
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Safety: Read first
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety
Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
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Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette
produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
red inštaláciou tohto zariadenia si pečítaje Bezpečnostné predpisy.
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.
Lässäkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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About this book
This manual contains instructions for setting up, using, maintaining, and
troubleshooting of the iL1210 IBM MicroPortable Projector. The manual is
divided into two parts:
Part 1: Setup guide
This guide contains the product description and expanded installation
instructions.
Part 2: Appendixes
The appendixes contain product specifications, accessories, and help and
service. They also contain the product warranties and notices.
Note: The illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from your
hardware.
Registering your option
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Chapter 1. Installation and user’s guide
Introduction
The iL1210 IBM®MicroPortable Projector is specifically designed for the
mobile presenter. It generates crisp, clear images using Digital Light
Processing (DLP) technology and features an M1-DA connector. The projector
is easy to connect, use, transport, and maintain.
Image resolution
The XGA resolution of the iL1210 projected image is 1024 x 768. The projector
is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280 x 1024. If your computer
screen resolution is higher than 1280 x 1024, reset it to a lower resolution
before you connect the projector.
Note: The iL1210 automatically expands 640 x 480 and 800 x 600 images to
1024 x 768. You can display these images at their native resolutions
using the Resize option in the Image menu. See “Image menu for
computer sources” on page 20.
Compatibility
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video
devices, including:
v IBM-compatible computers, including mobile computers, up to 1280 x 1024
resolution.
v Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1280 x 1024 resolution.
v Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcorders, and laser
disc players.
Note: The projector is compatible with 1080i and 720P HDTV formats.
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Unpacking the projector
The projector comes with the items shown in the following illustration. Check
to make sure that all items are included. Contact your dealer immediately if
anything is missing.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Start
card that was included with this option. For complete details on connecting
and operating the projector, refer to the User’s Guide on CD.
Attention: This product contains a Metal Arc Lamp which contains Mercury.
Dispose of it as required by local ordinances and regulations.
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1iL1210 IBM
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lens cap
2Soft carrying case 5S-video cable 8Power cord
3Quick Start card and
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Usage guidelines
Observe the following guidelines when using the projector.
Caution: Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is turned
on. The bright light might harm your eyes.
Attention: Follow these guidelines for handling the projector.
v Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the airflow can cause it
to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait one minute before
attempting to turn it back on.
v Handle the projector as you would any other product with glass
components. Be especially careful not to drop it.
v 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.
v Transport the projector in a carrying case. See ‘‘Accessories’’ in Appendix A
for information on ordering accessories for your projector.
3Zoom ring 5Security lock 7Power switch
connector
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Setting up the projector
Before turning on your projector, make sure all connections are made. Use the
following procedure to set up the projector:
1. Place the projector on a flat surface.
v The projector must be within 3 meters (10 feet) of your power source
and within 1.8 meters (6 feet) of your computer.
v If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the
projector behind the screen. See “Rear projection” on page 24 for
instructions on reversing the image.
2. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
v If the image is too big or too small, set the zoom ring to adjust the size
or move the projector forward or backward. Once you have made all
connections described in this section, you can make adjustments. The
following illustration shows three projected image sizes. For more
information about image size, see “Appendix E. Projected image size”
on page 47.
11.8 ft. (3.6m)
3. Make sure the projector is unplugged and your computer is turned off.
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3.0 ft. (.91m)
7.1 ft. (2.2m)
5 ft.
(1.5m)
12 ft.
(3.7m)
20 ft.
(6.1m)
DANGER
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
— Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or
reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
— Connect all power cords to a properly wired outlet.
— Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this
product.
— When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables.
— Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural
damage.
— Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks,
and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the
installation and configuration procedures.
— Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.
To connect: To disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices.
5. Turn device ON.
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Note: If you are connecting the projector to a computer, make sure that the
distance between the computer and the projector is 6 feet or less.
1Computer 2Video 3Power cord 4Power switch
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Connecting a computer to the projector
The projector comes with an analog computer cable. If your computer has a
digital output port, you can use the optional digital computer cable, which is
sold separately. See “Accessories” on page 28 for ordering information.
1To USB mouse 2To computer
video
3To projector 4Analog computer cable
1. Plug the single connector end of the computer cable into the connector on
the projector as shown in the illustration below.
2. Plug the blue connector on the other end of the computer cable into the
video connector on your computer.
3. If you want to advance slides in a PowerPoint
™
presentation using the
remote control, plug the USB cable into the USB mouse connector on your
computer.
1USB mouse 2Computer cable
Notes:
1. Many mobile computers do not automatically turn on their external video
port when a secondary display device such as a projector is connected. See
your computer manual for the command that activates the external video
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port. Press Fn F7 on your IBM ThinkPad®to activate the external display.
Activation commands for some mobile computers are listed in Appendix
B.
2. If you are connecting the projector to an older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin connector, you must use a Mac adapter between
the computer and the projector.
3. The USB mouse is supported for use only with Microsoft
®
Windows®98,
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, and Apple OS 8.5 and later.
4. You do not need to restart your computer after connecting a USB mouse.
For information on starting the projector and computer, go to “Starting the
projector and adjusting the image” on page 10.
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Connecting a video player
Use the following procedure to connect a video player.
v If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector,
use the composite video cable.
v If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, use the
S-video cable. S-video generates a higher quality image.
Attention: Your video player might also have a Video Out connector for a
coaxial cable connection. DO NOT use this to connect to the projector.
1. Plug the yellow composite video cable connector into the Video Out
connector on your video player. This connector might be labeled To
Monitor. If you are using an S-video cable, connect the round black
connector to the Video Out connector on the video player.
2. Plug the square yellow connector into the Composite Video connector on
the projector.
Note: High Definition Television (HDTV) sources must be connected to the
projector using the computer cable (not the video cable).
1Video cable
The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards:
NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL-60, and SECAM. It automatically
adjusts to optimize its performance for the incoming video.
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DANGER
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
— Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or
reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
— Connect all power cords to a properly wired electrical outlet.
— Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this
product.
— When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables.
— Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural
damage.
— Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks,
and modems and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed
otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.
— Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.
To connect: To disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices.
5. Turn device ON.
Starting the projector and adjusting the image
Use the following procedure to start the projector and adjust the image.
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, and then plug it into an
electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended. Always
use the power cord that was included with the projector.
Note: With some computers, the order in which you start the equipment
is very important. Most computers should be turned on last, after
all other peripheral devices have been turned on. Refer to the
computer documentation to determine the order.
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3. Press the Power switch on the back of the projector. The fans start to run,
and the LED on the top of the projector lights green until the startup
screen displays. It takes about one minute for the image to achieve full
brightness.
4. If you connected a video player, turn it on.
v The video image is displayed on the projection screen. If it is not, press
the Source button on the keypad or Video button on the remote control
to display your video image.
5. Turn on your computer.
Note: The first time you connect your computer to the projector, the
computer might display a message stating that new hardware was
found. The Add New Hardware Wizard window might open. Use
the wizard to install the correct device driver (the computer
considers the projector to be a Plug and Play monitor)
v The computer image is displayed on the projection screen. If it is not,
press the Source button on the keypad or Data button on the remote to
display your computer image.
v Make sure your mobile computer external video port is activated; see
“Appendix C. Portable and mobile computer activation” on page 39 for
details.
v If necessary, make adjustments to the image using the projector
on-screen menus. To open the menus, press the Menu/Select button on
the keypad or remote control. For more information about the menus
see “Using the on-screen menus” on page 18.
Turning off the projector
To turn off the projector, press the Power switch. If you want to turn the lamp
back on, allow 90 seconds for the lamp to cool. The lamp will not light if it is
too hot.
Note: To maximize lamp life, allow the projector to run for at least five
minutes before turning it off.
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Chapter 2. Using the projector
This chapter describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It
also provides a reference to the keypad, remote control buttons and the
options that are available from the on-screen menus.
Basic image adjustment
To adjust the image, do the following:
v Make sure that you have turned on your equipment in the correct order.
See “Starting the projector and adjusting the image” on page 10.
v If the image is not displayed completely, zoom the image, adjust the height
of the projector, or center the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical
position. Be sure the projector is at a 90-degree angle to the screen. See
‘‘horizontal position on page 21 and ‘‘veritcal position’’ on page 22.
v If the image is out of focus, rotate the focus lens.
v If the colors do not display correctly, adjust the brightness, contrast, tint or
color. See “Display menu” on page 19.
Adjusting the projector
To focus the image, rotate the focus ring 2(see the following illustration)
until the image is clear. To adjust the image size, rotate the zoom ring1.
Note: To obtain the best overall focus quality, open a menu and focus the text.
This will ensure that the best overall image quality is achieved. See
“Menu/select” on page 16 for information on opening a menu.
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The projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release elevator foot and
button. To raise the projector:
1. Press and hold the elevator button 1(see the following illustration).
2. Raise the projector to the height that you want, then release the button to
lock the elevator foot 2 into position.
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