IBM iLM300 User Manual
IBM iLM300 MicroPo rtable Pro jector
User’ s Guide
IBM iLM300 MicroPo rtable Pro jector
User’ s Guide
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information under Appendix F,
“Warranty information” on page 41 and Appendix G, “Notices” on page 51.
Second Edition (June 2002)
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Contents
Safety: Read first ................................v
About this book ................................vii
Registering your option ...............................vii
Chapter 1. Installing the projector ........................1
Introduction ...................................1
Imageresolution.................................1
Compatibility ..................................1
Unpacking the projector ...............................1
Usage guidelines ..................................2
Setting up the projector ................................4
Connecting a computer to the projector .........................4
Connecting a video player ..............................6
Chapter 2. Using the projector ..........................9
Adjusting the image .................................9
Adjusting the image focus ..............................9
Using the projector keypad and remote control ......................10
Keypad or remote control .............................10
Usingtheremotecontrol..............................11
Left(L)andRight(R)remotebuttons..........................11
Up/down arrow buttons ..............................11
Using the on-screen menus ..............................12
Navigating on-screen menus.............................12
Basicmenu..................................12
Setupmenu..................................14
Appendix A. Product specifications and accessories ................25
Specifications ...................................25
Accessories ...................................25
Replacementlamps................................25
Appendix B. Maintenance and troubleshooting ..................27
Cleaningthelens.................................27
Replacing the projection lamp .............................27
Replacing the batteries in the remote control ........................29
Troubleshooting..................................30
Adding security ..................................31
Appendix C. Portable and mobile computer activation ...............33
Appendix D. Using video mirroring .......................37
Using video mirroring with a PowerBook computer ......................37
Using Simulscan.................................37
Appendix E. Projected image size ........................39
Appendix F. Warranty information ........................41
Warranty period ..................................41
Replacementlamps................................41
Service and support ................................41
WarrantyinformationontheWorldWideWeb ......................41
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Online technical support ..............................41
Telephone technical support .............................42
IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 ....................43
Part1-GeneralTerms...............................43
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms ............................45
Appendix G. Notices ..............................51
Trademarks...................................51
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement .....................52
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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.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.
Lässäkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
Pred inštaláciou tohto zariadenia si pečítaje Bezpečnostné predpisy.
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About this book
This manual contains instructions for setting up, using, maintaining, and troubleshooting the iLM300
IBM®MicroPortable Projector.
This guide contains the product description, installation, and software instructions in the following
languauges:
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Brazilian Portugese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
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 machine.
Registering your option
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Chapter 1. Installing the projector
This chapter covers how to setup and use the projector.
Introduction
The IBM®iLM300 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 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 image automatically expands 640 x 480 and 800 x 600 images to 1024 x 768.
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 with up to 1280 x 1024 resolution.
v Most standard VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, and laser disc players.
Unpacking the projector
Attention
This product contains a Metal Arc Lamp which contains mercury. Dispose of it as required by local
ordinances and regulations.
The projector comes with the items shown in the following illustration. Check to make sure that all items
are included. Contact your place of purchase 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
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CD.
®
1iL300 IBM MicroPortable Projector
and lens cap
2Soft carrying case 5S-video cable 8Power cord
3Quick Start card and
multi-language online User’s Guide
CD
1Zoom Ring 4Computer connector 7Audio in
2Focus Ring 5Vi deo 8Security lock
3Keypad 6S-Video 9 Power cord
4Remote control 7M1-DA data cable (analog to
digital), including USB mouse
6Composite video cable
Usage guidelines
Observe the following guidelines when using the projector.
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Attention:
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 when working with 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 start the projector again.
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 a case and other accessories for your projector.
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
the instructions for Rear projection in “System menu” on page 18 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 39.
20 ft.
(6.1m)
11.8 ft. (3.6m)
12 ft.
(3.7m)
)
m
.2
(2
ft.
.1
7
5 ft.
(1.5m)
)
3.0 ft. (.91m
InFocus
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3. Make sure the projector is unplugged and your computer is turned off.
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.
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.
1Audio in 2S-Video 3Video 4Computer/USB mouse
Connecting a computer to the projector
The projector comes with an 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 25 for ordering
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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 port. Press Fn+F7 on your IBM ThinkPad
®
to activate the external display.
See a chart listing activation commands for selected mobile computers in Appendix C, “Portable and
mobile computer activation” on page 33.
2. If you are connecting the projector to an older Macintosh computer that does not have a 15-pin
connector, you must use a Macintosh 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 9.0 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 7.
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.
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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. Connect 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. Connect the round yellow connector into the Composite Video connector on the projector.
1S-Video 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.
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.
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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. Attach the power cord to the side of the projector, and then into an electrical outlet. It is good practice
to use a surge-protected power strip. 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.
3. Press the Power button on the top 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 Select 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 for a Plug and Play monitor.
v The computer image is displayed on the projection screen. If it is not, press the Select button on the
keypad or Computer button on the remote to display your computer image.
v Make sure your mobile computer external video port is active; see Appendix C, “Portable and
mobile computer activation” on page 33 for details.
v If necessary, make adjustments to the image using the projector on-screen menus. To display the
menus, press the Menu button on the keypad or remote control. For more information about the
menus see “Using the on-screen menus” on page 12.
Turning off the projector
To turn off the projector, press the Power button. If you want to turn the lamp back on, allow 90 seconds
for the lamp to cool. The lamp will not turn on if it is too hot.
Note: To maximize lamp life, allow the projector fan to run for at least five minutes before removing the
power cord.
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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.
Adjusting the image
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 7.
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.
v If the image does not fit the projection area, or is otherwise not square enough, use the Keystone
button on the top of the projector. Also, see the keystone function under “Basic menu” on page 12.
v If the image is out of focus, rotate the focus lens as shown below.
v If the colors do not display correctly, adjust the brightness, contrast, tint or color. See “Setup menu” on
page 14.
Adjusting the image focus
To focus the image, rotate the focus ring1 in the following illustration, until the image is clear. To adjust
the image size, rotate the zoom ring, 2.
Note: To obtain the best overall focus quality, open a menu and focus the text. Focusing on the text will
ensure that the best overall image quality. See “Navigating on-screen menus” on page 12 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.
2. Raise the projector to the height that you want, then release the button to lock the elevator foot 2
into position.
Using the projector keypad and remote control
On the projector keypad, at left below, and the remote control, at right below, use the Menu button to
display the on-screen menus. Use the Select button on the projector keypad or the Computer and Video
buttons on the remote, at right below, to choose between devices attached to the projector. See “Using the
on-screen menus” on page 12 for details.
LASER
Volume
!
Effect
APERTURE
Laser
Computer
Power
*
Menu
Video
ON
OFF
Source/
Select
Keystone
Volume
Menu
Lamp
Power
LR
Keypad or remote control
When you have more than one image source connected to the projector, select between them by
v pressing the Select button on the keypad
v pressing the Computer or Video button on the remote control
v using the SourceSearch feature in the on-screen menus to automatically detect the kind of source
attached. See ″SourceSearch on page 18.
Note: If the SourceSearch feature is not activated and you have multiple devices attached to the projector,
you might need to press the Select button more than once to find the active source. If you are
using the Select button, sources rotate in this order: data analog, data digital, S-video, and
composite video.
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