Infocus LP425Z, LP435Z User Manual

FCC Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Safety Certifications

UL, CUL, TÜV, NOM

EN 55022 Warning

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The typical use is in a conference room, meeting room or auditorium.

Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer: InFocus 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Olympia 1, NL-1213 NS Hilversum, The Netherlands

We declare under our sole responsibility that the LP425z Projector conform to the following directives and norms:

Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMI: EN 55022 (1992) Class A EMC: EN 50082-1 (1992)

IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4 Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3: 1995

February, 1999

Australian Certification C-tick mark

Trademarks

Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Digital Light Processing is a trademark or registered trademark of Texas Instruments. InFocus and LP are trademarks or registered trademarks of InFocus.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions iii

Introduction 1

Image Resolution 1 Compatibility 1 Unpacking the Projector 1 Usage Guidelines 4 If You Need Assistance 4 Warranty 4

Setting up the Projector 5

Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector 6 Connecting a Computer 7 Connecting a Video Player 8 Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 10 Turning Off the Projector 11

Using the Projector 13

Basic Image Adjustment 13 Adjusting the Projector 14 Using the Keypad Buttons 15 Using the On-Screen Menus 17 Display Menu 18 Audio Menu 20 Image Menu 21 Controls Menu 23 Language Menu Status Menu 25

Maintenance & Troubleshooting 27

Cleaning the Lens 27 Replacing the Projection Lamp 27 Using the Security Lock 30 Troubleshooting 31

Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s

Appendix 35

Specifications 35 Accessories 37 Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 39 Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 44 Projected Image Size 45

Index 47

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please save all safety instructions.

Safety Definitions:

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Warning:

Statements identify conditions or practices that

could result in permanent personal injury.

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Caution:

Statements identify conditions or practices that could

result in damage to your equipment.

Safety Symbols:

Attention:

For information about usage of a feature, please

refer to the User’s Guide.

Hot surface. Do not touch.

Warn ing:

An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector.

Safety Terms:

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Warning:

Don’t look directly into the lens when the projector is

turned on.

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Warning:

Don’t block ventilation openings.

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Warning:

To replace the lamp, turn the power off and

unplug the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30 minutes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions provided in this User’s Guide.

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Warning:

Please use the power cord provided. Connect

the power cord to a receptacle with a protective safety (earth) ground terminal.

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Warning:

Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the following page for the customer service contact information.

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Safety Instructions

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Caution:

Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may

damage your projector.

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Caution:

Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct

sunlight.

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Caution:

Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in

an InFocus-approved case; see page 38 for a list of cases.

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Caution:

For ceiling mount installations, please use the ceiling mount recommended in this User’s Guide on page 38 and follow all instructions provided with it.

Customer Service

If you need assistance, call InFocus Customer Service directly at

1-800-799-9911

. Support is free between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday. Support is available in North America after hours and weekends for a fee at

1-888-592-6800

Or, send us an e-mail at techsupport@infocus.com

In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at

(31) 35-6474010

between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central European Time.

In Asia, call

(65) 332-0659

between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

INTRODUCTION

The InFocus

LP™425z lightweight multimedia projector is specifically designed for the mobile presenter. It generates crisp, clear SVGA 800x600 images using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology. The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, and easy to maintain. The soft carry case makes it easy to transport the 7.4 pound projector.

Image Resolution

The SVGA resolution of the 425z’s projected image is 800x600. Screen resolutions between 800x600 and 1024x768 are compressed to 800x600. The 425z 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 projector.

Compatibility

The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including:

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IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024x768 resolution at 75 Hz

NOTE: The 425z automatically

expands 640x480 images to

800x600. You can display these

images at 640x480 by turning off

the Auto Resize feature. See

“Resize” on page 21.

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Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1024x768 resolution at 75 Hz.

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Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, 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 your InFocus dealer imme-

If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the

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 projector is compati-

ble with 1080i HDTV format.

Introduction

A registration card is included in the box. Register to receive product updates, announcements, and special offers from InFocus. Or, register online at www.infocus.com/service/register and you will be automatically entered to win free merchandise.

NOTE: The contents of your

shipping box may vary depending

on the projector configuration

you’ve ordered.

NOTE: Various optional

accessories, including remote

controls, cases, and cables, are

available. See “Optional

Accessories” on page 37 for

details.

IGURE 1

Shipping box contents

1. LP425z projector and lens cap

2. Soft carry case 6. RCA audio/video (A/V) cable

LP425z User’s Guide

3. start card, and Online User Guide CD

4. Power cord

, quick

5. CableWizard Lite computer cable

7. Audio cable

focus ring

elevator button

power cord connector

keyp ad

connector panel

speaker

power switch

FIGURE 2

Side view of projector

focus ring

zoom ring

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Front view of projector

Introduction

Usage Guidelines

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Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.

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Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on.

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Handle the projector as you would any product with glass components. Be especially careful not to drop it.

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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.

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This projector is not intended for use in mainframe computer rooms as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.

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Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case. Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 37.

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 31. Or, check the Service and Support section of our website at

http://www.infocus.com/service.

If those sources don’t answer your question, call your InFocus dealer. You can also call InFocus Customer Service directly at

1-800-799-9911

. Call between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday. Service is available in North America after hours and on weekends for a fee at

1-888-592-6800

In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at

(31) 35-6474010

Time. In Asia, call

Or, send us an e-mail at Wide Web address is

between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central European

(65) 332-0659

techsupport@infocus.com.

http://www.infocus.com

between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Our World

Warranty

This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual. A longer term warranty can be purchased from your InFocus

dealer. Refer to page 38 for the part number.

SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR

Place the projector on a flat surface.

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The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 8 feet (2.4 m) of your computer.

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If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear Projection” on page 24 to reverse the image.

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If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the

Ceiling Mount Installation Guide

that comes with the Ceiling Mount Kit for more information. To turn the image upside down, see “Ceiling Projection” on page 23. The Ceiling Mount Kit is sold separately; see page 38.

Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.

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The distance from the lens of the projector to the screen and the zoom setting determine the size of the projected image. Figure 4 shows three projected image sizes. For information about image sizes at minimum and maximum zoom settings, see “Projected Image Size” on page 45.

Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off.

5 ft

12 ft.

20 ft.

Projected image size at minimum focusing distance

FIGURE 4

Setting up the Projector

Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector

CAUTION: Tur n o f f t h e

computer, monitor and projector

whenever you connect or

disconnect cables.

NOTE: In some older computers,

the monitor connector does not

have a hole for Pin 9. If you have

trouble connecting the

CableWizard Lite cable to your

computer, contact InFocus

Te c h n i c a l S u p p o r t.

Now you’re ready to connect your equipment.

Steps for connecting the different types of equipment are given on the pages listed below.

Equipment you want to connect Page

Computer page 7

Video player page 8

s-video

IGURE 5

Connector panel

composite video

L/R audio in (for video source)

CableWizard

computer audio in

NOTE: If you want to control your

computer’s mouse from the

projector, purchase the optional

remote control and receiver or the

remote and CableWizard.

Connecting a Computer

Plug the end of the CableWizard Lite cable into the video

connector on your laptop.

Plug the end of the CableWizard Lite cable into the

connector on the projector’s connector panel

audio cable

CableWizard Lite cable

FIGURE 6

Connecting the CableWizard Lite to a computer

Do you want to play your computer’s audio on the projector?

Plug either end of the audio cable into the audio connector on

your computer.

Plug the other end of the audio cable into the connector

on the projector.

Now you’re ready to power up the projector and your computer. Skip to “Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image” on page 10.

NOTE: Many laptop computers

do not automatically turn on their

external video port when a sec-

ondary display device such as a

projector is connected. Refer to

your computer manual for the

command that activates the exter-

nal video port. Activation com-

mands for some laptop computers

are listed in the Appendix.

NOTE: If you are connecting an

older Macintosh computer that

does not have a 15-pin connector,

you must use a Mac adaptor

between the computer and the

CableWizard Lite. See “Optional

Accessories” on page 37.

NOTE: If you are connecting a

desktop computer and want to

view your presentation on your

monitor, purchase the optional

CableWizard.

Setting up the Projector

Connecting a Video Player

If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video

connector, you’ll need only the A/V cable that shipped with the projector.

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If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video con-

NOTE: HDTV sources are

connected to the projector using

the CableWizard Lite cable. See

the previous page for details.

nector, you’ll need an S-video cable in addition to the A/V cable. The S-video cable is sold separately. (See “Optional Accessories” on page 37.)

Plug the A/V cable’s yellow connector into the “video-out”

port on your video player (Figure 7). This port may be labeled “To Monitor.”

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If you’re using an S-video cable, connect it to the “s-video out” connector on the video player (Figure 8).

Plug the other yellow connector into the composite connector

on the back of the projector.

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If you’re using S-video, plug the other end of the cable into the “s-video” connector on the projector (Figure 8).

audio/video cable

IGURE

Connecting the projector to a video player using the standard A/V cable (with composite video connector)

S-video cable

A/V cable

FIGURE 8

Connecting the projector to a video player using an S-video cable and the audio con-

nectors on the standard A/V cable

Plug the A/V cable’s white connector into the left “audio out”

port on your video player. Plug the cable’s red connector into the right “audio out” port on the video player (Figure 7 and Figure 8).

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If you’re using an S-video cable, the yellow connectors on the A/V cable remain unused (Figure 8).

Plug the A/V cable’s other white and red connectors to the

left and right “audio in” ports on the projector.

The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, and SECAM. It automatically adjusts to optimize its performance for the incoming video. The input signals for SECAM, PAL-M, and PAL-N video are similar to other video signals and cannot be automatically detected, therefore they must be chosen manually. See “Video Standard” on page 23 for details.

CAUTION: Your video player

may also have a “Video Out” port

for a coaxial cable connection.

DO NOT use this to connect to the

projector.

Setting up the Projector

Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image

Remove the lens cap.

NOTE: Always use the power cord

that shipped with the projector.

Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it

into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended.

Turn on the projector by pressing the “I” side of the power

switch (see Figure 2 on page 3).

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The InFocus startup screen displays and the Power LED on top of the projector lights up (Figure 11 on page 15).

If you connected a video player, turn it on.

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The video image should display on the projection screen. If a computer source is active, press the keypad (page 15) to display your video image. You can select a default source to determine which source the projector examines first during power-up for active video; see “Default Source” on page 24.

button on the

source

NOTE: With some computers,

the order in which you power up

the equipment is very important.

Most computers should be turned

on last, after all other peripherals

have been turned on. Refer to your

computer’s documentation to

determine the correct order.

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Use the

Turn on your computer.

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The computer image should display on the projection

volume

screen. (If a video source is active, press the

buttons to adjust the volume.

source

on the keypad (page 15) to display your computer’s image.)

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If necessary, make adjustments to the image from the projector’s on-screen menus. To open the menus, press the

button on the keypad, then select the Display or

Image sub-menu. For more information about the menus, see page 17.

button

Turning Off the Projector

If you want to turn off the projector for a short period of time, press the

standby

button on the keypad. This blanks the screen for fifteen minutes, but keeps the projector running. (You can change the amount of time the projector stays in standby mode; see “Standby Time” on page 23 for details.) After 15 minutes, the lamp goes out (the projector keeps running). To exit standby mode, press the

standby

button again. (It may take several seconds for the projection lamp to reach full power and project the image again.)

To completely power off the projector, press the “O” side of the power switch on the side of the projector. If you want to turn the projector back on immediately, you must allow about a minute for the lamp to cool. The lamp won’t light if it’s too hot.

CAUTION: When you discon-

nect the projector after you have

switched it off, always remove the

power cord from the electrical out-

let first, then remove it from the

projector.

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