InFocus SP 4800 User Manual

User’s Guide

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Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that the ScreenPlay 4800 projector conforms to the following directives and norms:

EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024

EN 61000-3-2

EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 2000

June, 2003

Trademarks

Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM is a trademark or registered trademark 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 ScreenPlay are trademarks or registered trademarks of InFocus Corporation.

FCC Warning

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 separation 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.

Canada

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

Agency Approvals

UL, c-UL, TÜV, GOST, C-Tick

Table of Contents

Introduction 4 Positioning the projector 5 Connecting a computer source 6

Required computer connections 6 Optional computer connections 6

Displaying a computer source image 7

Adjusting the image 8

Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time 9 Connecting a video device 11 Projector and Device Connector Guide 12

Computer connections 12

Video connections 12 Video device connections 15

Composite video connection 15

S-video connection 15

Component video connection 16

VGA connection 16 Displaying video 17

Adjusting the image 17 Shutting down the projector 19 Troubleshooting your setup 19 Using the remote control 27 Using the audio 28 Using the keypad buttons 28 Optimizing computer images 29 Presentation features 29 Optimizing video images 30 Customizing the projector 30 Using the menus 31

Picture menu 32

Settings menu 35 Maintenance 37

Cleaning the Lens 37

Replacing the Projection Lamp 37

Cleaning the Lamp Housing Screens 39 Using the security lock 39 Appendix 40

Specifications 40

Accessories 40

Projected image size 41

Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors 41

If you are experienced in setting up projection systems, use the Quick Setup card that was included. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide.

Important Operating Considerations

Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft coverings that may block the front or back vents. Do not use a non-approved ceiling mount. In the unlikely event of the bulb rupturing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and discard any edible items that may have been placed in that area.

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Do not place objects in this area in front of the projector

Introduction

Your new digital projector is easy to use and maintain. It is an exceptional projector for both business presentations and home entertainment. The digital projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including:

• Most standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV

sources (1080i, 1035i, and 720P HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games, and laser disc players.

• IBM-compatible computers and laptops, up to 1024x768 resolution.

• Apple

lution.

The projector has native SVGA 800x600 resolution and comes with the following standard accessories.

lens cap

power cord*

Macintosh® and PowerBook® computers up to 1024x768 reso-

projector

user’s guide and quick setup card

G ’s r

AV cable

computer cable

carrying case

remote control receiver (IR)

connector panel

focus (thin ring)

adjustable

speaker

foot

keypad

power cord connector

power switch

adjustable foot release

zoom (thick ring)

lamp housing door

security lock

S-video-tocomponent adapter

*country-dependent

S-video cable

VGA-tocomponent adapter

remote control

monitor

computer

S-video

USB

audiovideo

Positioning the projector

To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guidelines:

• Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The projector must be at least 4.9 feet (1.49m) from the projection screen.

• Position the projector within 10 feet (3m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.8m) of your video device (unless you purchase extension cables). To ensure adequate cable access, do not place the projector within 6 inches (.15m) of a wall or other object.

• Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. The distance from the lens of the projector to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format determine the size of the projected image. The top illustration to the right shows three projected image sizes. For more information about image sizes at different distances, see “Projected image size” on page 41.

• The image exits the projector at a given angle. This image offset is

132.9% when the projector is in 16:9 mode (default). This means that if you have an image 10’ high, the bottom of the image will be 3.29’ above the center of the lens.

• The image offset is 112.2% when the projector is in 4:3 mode. This means that if you have an image 10’ high, the bottom of the image will be 1.22’ above the center of the lens.

• See “Connecting a video device” on page 11 for additional information on 16:9 and 4:3 modes.

10 ft high image

bottom of image

3.29 ft above lens

lens center

4.8 ft.

Projection angle in 16:9 mode

19 ft.

7.5 ft.

Connecting a computer source

Required computer connections

Connect one end of the computer cable (see page 11 for connecting video devices) to the dark blue Computer In connector on the projector. Connect the other end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you will need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port first.

Connect the black power cord to the Power connector on the side of the projector and to your electrical outlet.

NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.

connect computer cable

connect power cable

Optional computer connections

To have sound with your presentation, connect an audio cable (not included with this projector) to your computer and to the Audio In connector on the projector. Visit www.infocus.com/accessories to view optional cables..

If you are using a desktop computer and want to see the image on your computer screen as well as on the projection screen, connect the computer’s monitor cable to the Monitor Out connector on the projector.

You can use your computer’s mouse with an optional remote control to operate the navigation buttons during a presentation. The remote included with this projector does not allow this function. Connect the projector to the computer via a USB cable (not included). USB drivers must be installed to use the USB feature. For more information, see page 10. Visit www.infocus.com/accessories to view optional remote controls.

connect audio cable

connect monitor cable

connect USB cable

Displaying a computer source image

Remove the lens cap.

remove lens cap

Toggle t h e Power switch on the side of the projector to the On position.

The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness.

? No start up screen? Get help on page 20.

Turn on your computer.

The computer’s image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Computer button on the projector’s keypad.

If your computer has Windows 98 as its operating system, see “Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time” on page 9 regarding the driver setup process.

Make sure your laptop’s external video port is active.

Many laptops do not automatically turn on their external video port when a projector is connected. Usually a key combination like FN + F5 is used to turn the external display on and off. Refer to your laptop’s documentation to learn your laptop’s key combination.

? No laptop image? Try pressing the Auto Image button on the key- pad. Get help on page 21.

toggle Power switch

turn on computer

activate laptop’s external port

Adjusting the image

Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release button to extend the foot.

Rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector, if necessary.

Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust vent in front of the projector.

Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen.

See page 41 for a table listing screen sizes and distances.

adjust height

elevator foot

adjust distance

rotate leveling foot

release button

Adjust the zoom or focus.

If the image is not square, adjust the keystone using the buttons on the keypad.

Press the top Keysto ne button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the bottom Keys t one button to reduce the lower part.

Adjust the Contrast or Brightness in the Picture menu.

See page 32 for help with these menu adjustments.

adjust zoom or focus

adjust keystone

adjust Picture menu

focus (thin ring)

zoom

(thick ring)

Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time

The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wizard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows operating system).

If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows ME, skip these steps and go to “Adjusting the image” on page 8.

a Click Next to begin searching for the driver.

b Make sure “Search for the best driver” is selected, then click Next.

c Uncheck any checked boxes, then click Next. Windows automatically

locates the driver. If this driver has been removed, reload the driver using your Windows operating system CD.

d When Windows finds the driver, you are ready to install it. Click Next.

Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable

For Windows 98:

• If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality.

• The Wizard launches three times.

The first time it detects a USB Composite Device.

The second time a USB Human Interface Device (for the keyboard) is detected.

The third time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the mouse).

For Windows 2000, Windows ME, and Windows XP:

• The USB drivers are automatically installed.

Connecting a video device

You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. There is also an audio input. You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the built-in speaker, or you can connect the audio to your stereo system.

Before connecting your projector, you should decide which aspect ratio you want to use. The projector’s Aspect Ratio setting is accessed through the projector’s Menu. See page 32 for more information.

Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. TV screens are usually 4:3. HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9, which is the default for this projector. If you’re projecting onto a screen, the size/shape of the screen may answer this question for you. If you are projecting onto a blank wall, you don’t have the screen size restriction. What you plan to project will also help you choose between 4:3 and 16:9. Most regular TV shows are 4:3, while most movies are 16:9.

If a have a 16:9 screen then you should select an aspect ratio of 16:9 for anamorphic movies or HDTV, and Native for 4:3 content. If you have a 4:3 screen you should still use 16:9 for anamorphic movies or HDTV, but you also have the option of using either 4:3 (to fill the screen) or Native (for direct pixel mapping) for 4:3 content. Keep in mind that anamorphic movies only appear correctly if the DVD player is set to output to a 16:9 television.

You can connect the projector to most video devices that can output video. You cannot directly connect the coaxial cable that enters your house from a cable or satellite company, the signal must pass through a tuner first. Examples of tuners are digital cable boxes, VCRs, digital video recorders, and satellite TV boxes. Basically, any device that can change channels is considered a tuner.

4:3 screen 16:9 screen

Do Not Use

4:3 mode

16:9 mode

Native mode (NTSC only)

Projector and Device Connector Guide

The following should help you find the connectors that you want to use to obtain the best resolution possible from your input devices, such as computers, standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV sources (1080i, 1035i, and 720P HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, video games (progressive and interlaced), and laser disc players.

Computer connections

Computer connections involve attaching the computer cable included with the projector from a computer to the Computer In input. Optional connections include attaching the AV cable from computer to projector, connecting the computer monitor to the projector, and connecting a USB cable (not-included) from the computer to the projector to control the mouse through the remote. See page 6 for computer/projector setup information.

Video connections

The first step for connecting video is deciding what type of output connector you want to connect to the projector. If there is more than one output, select the one with the highest quality. The best quality ranking, with 1 being the highest and 3 being the lowest, is:

1 Component video

2 S-video

3 Composite video

If you are connecting the projector to HDTV sources, the projector’s computer (VGA) connector, labeled Video In, should be used. Keep in mind that HDTV and progressive sources should only be handled through the projector’s VGA connector. The S-video port does not function with progressive sources, even with the Component to S-video adapter. With progressive sources, the Component to VESA adapter must be used.

projector input connectors

monitor (out)

computer in (HDTV and progressive sources)

s-video audio in (component sources)

video in

USB

Video Device

Video Compatibility

If Your Device Connector Is

Attach to this Labeled Connector on Projector

Comments For Setup Instructions, see

Standard Broadcast TV (not HDTV) via: cable, digital cable, satellite TV, DVD, or VCR

Standard Video Camera

Standard Video Game

NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats

Component 480i

NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats

Component 480i

NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats

Component 480i

Composite video or S-video

Component Video

Composite video or S-video

Component Video

Composite video or S-video

Component Video

Composite video or S-video

S-video via the Component to S-video adapter

Composite video or S-video

S-video via the Component to S-video adapter

Composite video or S-video

S-video via the Component to S-video adapter

Not for progressive (i.e. HDTV) sources. See next page.

Not for progressive (i.e. HDTV) sources See next page.

Composite video connection on page 15. S-video connection on page 15

Component video connection on page 16

Composite video connection on page 15. S-video connection on page 15

Component video connection on page 16

Composite video connection on page 15. S-video connection on page 15

Component video connection on page 16

Video Device

Video Compatibility

If Your Device Connector Is

Attach to this Labeled Connector on Projector

Comments For Setup Instructions, see

HDTV (High Definition TV)

EDTV (Enhanced Definition TV)

Progressive DVD

Progressive Video Game

1080i, 720p VGA Computer In Not for Component

480i

Component 480p Component video Computer In (via the

Component to VESA adapter)

1080i, 720p

Component 480p

1080i, 720p

Component 480p

VGA

Component video

VGA

Component video

Computer In

Computer In (via the Component to VESA adapter)

Computer In

Computer In (via the Component to VESA adapter)

Not for Component 480i

VGA connection on page 16

Component video connection on page 16

VGA connection on page 16

Component video connection on page 16

VGA connection on page 16

Component video connection on page 16

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