InFocus LP 420TM User Manual

INTRODUCTION
The In Focus LP 420™ is specifically designed for the mobile pre­senter. It packs SVGA graphics with 16 .7 million colors into a small, 6.8 pound package. It generates crisp, clear images usin g Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technolo gy. The LP 420 is easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain.
Image Resolution
The SVGA resolution of the 420’s projected image is 800x600. Screen resolutions between 800x600 and 1024x768 are com­pressed to 800x600. The 420 cannot compress screen resolutions above 1024x768. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than 1024x768, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the 420
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Compatibility
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including:
IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024x768 resolution.
NO TE: The 420 automatically expands 640x480 images to 800x600. You can display these images at 640x480 by turning off the Auto Resize feature. See “Auto Resize” on page 20 for more infor­mation.
Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1024x768 resolution.
Most standard VCRs, camcorders and laser disc players.
Unpacking the Projector
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to make sure all are included.
diately if anything is missing
Contact yo ur In F o cus deal er imme-
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If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the
LP 420 Quick Start
card that was included in the shipping box. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. User’s Guides are also available for down­load from our website at www.infocus.com.
NOTE: The 420 ships standard with computer and audio cables. If you want mouse control of your computer, you must order the optional CableWizard and remote.
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Introduction
NO TE: The contents of your
shipping box may vary depending
on the projector configuration
you’ve ordered.
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IGURE 1
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Shipping box contents
1. LP 420 projector 5. RCA audio/video (A/V) cable
2. Soft carry case 6. Audio cable
3. LP 420 User’s Guide and
7. Macintosh adaptor
Online User Guide CD
4. power cord 8. CableWizard Lite cable
9. Lens cap
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focus ring
elevator button
power cord connector
keypad
connector panel
speaker
Side view of projector
Usage Guidel ines
Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector is
turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.
FIGURE 2
o not block the grills on the projec tor. Restricting the air flow can
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cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on.
Handle the pr oject or as you wo uld any pr od uct wi th glass com po-
nents. Be especially careful not to drop it.
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.
This projector is not intended for use in mainframe computer rooms as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Com­puter/Data Processing Equ ipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case. Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 35.
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If You Need Assistance
The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 29.
If this manual doesn’t answer your question, call your In Focus dealer. You can also call In Focus Customer Service directly at
1-800-799-9911
through Friday. In Europe, call In Focus in The Netherlands at
(31) 23-5540310
e-mail at
. Call between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST, Monday
. In Singapore, call
techsupport@infocus.com
(65) 740-6435
. Or, send us an
Our World Wide Web address is
http://www.infocus.com.
Warranty
This product is backed by a limited one-year warranty. The details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual. Longer term warranties can be purchased from your In Focus dealer. Refer to page 36 for part numbers.
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