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USER’S GUIDE

Multimedia LCD Projectors
Halogen Models

This manual covers all of the Desktop Projector halogen models. These
projectors have many aspects in common. Unless otherwise indicated,
the information contained within this manual is common to all models.

Warranty

Limitation of

Warranties

FCC

Statement

Trademarks,

Patents, and

Copyright

Proxima Corporation warrants that the Proxima® Desktop Projector™ product
manufactured by Proxima is free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use during the Warranty Period. The Warranty Period commences on the day of
purchase by the end-user. The Warranty Period is one year. The projector lamp is not
covered by this Warranty.

Each Proxima product is manufactured from new parts, or new and some used parts. In
some cases, the product may have been delivered to another end-user and then returned.
In all cases, the product has undergone testing and quality inspection, and Proxima's full
warranty terms apply.

The end-user’s sales receipt or invoice showing the date of purchase of the product and
the name of the Reseller is proof of date of purchase. The Warranty extends only to the
original purchaser and is not transferable.

During the Warranty Period, Proxima will, at no additional charge, repair or replace
defective parts or at the option of Proxima, replace the entire unit.

This limited Warranty does not extend to any Proxima product that has been damaged or
been rendered defective (a) as a result of accident, misuse or other abuse; (b) by the use of
parts not manufactured or sold by Proxima; (c) by modification of the product; or (d) as a
result of servicing by non-authorized
personnel.

The foregoing Warranty is expressly in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties,
including, without limitation, warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. To the extent not prohibited by law, all statutory warranties are hereby waived and
excluded from this Warranty. Proxima expressly disclaims all warranties not stated in this
Limited Warranty.

Warning: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class “A”
computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference
in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever measures may be
necessary to correct the interference.

Proxima and Cyclops are registered trademarks; Desktop Projector, Desktop Projection,
LightBoard, and Fit-To-View are trademarks of Proxima Corporation. The appearance of
the projector housing of the DP2XXX family is a registered trademark of Proxima
Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corpora­tion. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Other trademarks are
the property of their respective owners. This product is covered by one or more of the
following U.S. and foreign patent numbers: 5,062,001, 5,137,484, 5,153,568, 5,177,629,
5,181,015, 5,225,875, 5,264,835, 5,276,436, 5,298,892, 5,299,039, 5,300,944,
5,302,946, 5,321,450, 5,400,095, 5,453,803, 5,459,484, 5,483,382, 5,489,923,
5,499,036, 5,502,459, 5,504,501, 5,510,861, 5,512,967, 5,515,079, and DES. 360,426.
Foreign patent numbers Canada Registered Design No.74980 D Proxima Corporation
1994, British Registered Design No.2 038 977, Germany Registered Design No. M 94
03 987.9 geschutztes Muster, Under Geschmacksmusterschutz, China Patent for Design
No.94303399.3, Japan Registered Design No.948294, South Korea Registered Design
No.174628, Australia Pat. Nos. 644 852, 668 823. Other US and foreign patents applied
for.
© 1996 Proxima Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change
without notice.US and foreign patents applied for.

Contents

Chapter 1

Introducing the

Proxima

Desktop

Projector

Chapter 2

Detailed Setup

Cyclops Interactive Pointer System..................................1–2

What’s in the Box?...........................................................1–2

Quick Start......................................................................1–4

Desktop Computers .................................................1–4

Notebooks/Laptops..................................................1–4

Control Panel...........................................................1–6

Warning and Alert Lights.........................................1–7

Levels Menu.............................................................1–7

Setup Menu .............................................................1–8

Remote Control .......................................................1–9

Getting Help..........................................................1–10

Your Proxima Desktop Projector.....................................2–1

Getting Started ................................................................2–2

Opening the Projector..............................................2–2

Closing the Projector................................................2–6

Transporting the Projector....................................... 2–7

Connecting the Desktop Projector ..................................2–8

COMPUTER ..........................................................2–9

RS–232 ..................................................................2–12

VIDEO IN .............................................................2–12

S–VHS...................................................................2–13

COMPUTER AUDIO IN.....................................2–14

AUDIO IN ............................................................2–14

Connecting a Microphone .....................................2–15

AUDIO OUT........................................................2–16

Powering Up .................................................................2–18

Applying Power to the Projector ............................2–18

Turning On/Off the Lamp .....................................2–21

Projecting the Image......................................................2–22

Image Size ..............................................................2–22

Focusing.................................................................2–23

Keystoning .............................................................2–24

Chapter 3

Using the

Desktop

Projector

The Control Panel...........................................................3–1

Arrow Keys...............................................................3–1

BRIGHTNESS Keys................................................3–2

LAMP Key ............................................................... 3–2

MENU/ (CYCLOPS) Key ..................................3–2

SYNC Keys .............................................................. 3–3

VIDEO Key .............................................................3–3

VOLUME Keys .......................................................3–4

Menu Settings .................................................................3–4

Selecting and Changing Settings ..............................3–4

Saving Changes ........................................................ 3–4

Levels Menu .................................................................... 3–5

BRIGHTNESS ........................................................3–5

SYNC.......................................................................3–5

VOLUME................................................................3–6

RGB Controls: RED, GREEN & BLUE .................3–6

TINT .......................................................................3–6

SIG LEVEL..............................................................3–6

Setup Menu.....................................................................3–7

SOURCE .................................................................3–7

IMAGE.................................................................... 3–8

COLORS................................................................. 3–8

PROJECTION........................................................ 3–9

FREQUENCY .........................................................3–9

LANGUAGE .........................................................3–10

STORE?.................................................................3–10

SETTINGS............................................................3–10

Warning and Alert Lights ..............................................3–11

OVERTEMP Warning Light.................................3–11

REPLACE LAMP Alert Light ................................ 3–12

Remote Control.............................................................3–13

MUTE Key ............................................................3–13

TEXT Key .............................................................3–14

REV, PAUSE and FWD Keys................................3–14

Chapter 4

Maintenance

Cleaning the Lens and Mirror .........................................4–1

General Maintenance .......................................................4–2

Switching Lamps......................................................4–2

Replacing Lamps ......................................................4–3

Changing Air Filters.................................................4–5

Changing the Remote Control’s Batteries ................4–9

Temperature Extremes ...........................................4–10

Chapter 5

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart ....................................................5–1

Where to Get Help..........................................................5–4

Appendix A

Specifications

Appendix B

Accessories & Replacement Parts

Index

Chapter 1

Introducing
the Proxima
Desktop
Projector

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

®

Desktop Projector

The Proxima® Desktop Projector™ family consists of portable,
color data and video LCD desktop projection products that make
sharing data and presenting information as easy as connecting
your computer to your monitor.

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Figure 1-1

The Proxima Desktop Projector in use

User’s Guide • 1–1

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

This manual covers all of the Desktop Projector halogen models.
These projectors have many aspects in common. Unless otherwise
indicated, the information contained within this manual is
common to all models.

Where controls, operations, or other aspects differ between
models, the projectors will be distinguished with regard to video
compatibility. Models that support video will be referred to as
audio/video-enabled. Models that do not support video will be
referred to as audio-enabled.

®

Desktop Projector

Cyclops

Interactive

Pointer

System

What’s in the

Box?

☞

All Proxima Desktop Projector halogen models come Cyclops­capable. Cyclops is an interactive pointer system that functions
like a cordless mouse and lets you control your computer and
software from the projection screen.

After you’ve opened the box and removed the Desktop Projector
and shrink-wrapped accessory packs, make sure you have all of the
items shown in Figure 1-2.

CAUTION! The Desktop Projector should be treated like any

other precision optical instrument. Handle it carefully.

1–2 • User’s Guide

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

VIDEO



MENU

CYCLOPS

FREEZE

–

LAMP

SYNC

+

–

TEXT

BRIGHTNESS

+

–

VOLUME

<

REV

+



P
AUSE

FWD

>

MUTE

Blue keys = PC/MAC Remote software

®

Desktop Projector

Proxima Desktop 

Projector

Composite

Video/Audio Cable*

(C497-6)

VGA Video Y-Cable

(C454-6)

Also included but not shown:


• Mac and VGA Video Terminators

• Dust Cover

• (2) AAA Alkaline Batteries

• User's Guide

• Product Registration Card


* Audio/video-enabled models only

Remote Control

(A26)

S-Video Cable*

(C466-6)

Macintosh Video

Y-Cable (C464-6)

Power Cord

(C1002–6)

Computer Audio Cable*

(C498-6)

RCA "Y" Adapter*

(C496)

Figure 1-2

Items included with the Desktop Projector

The international version has three extra power cords for Europe
(part number C1003-6), Great Britain (part number C1011-6),
and Italy (part number C1012-6).

User’s Guide • 1–3

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

Quick Start 1. Place the projector on a solid flat surface at a right angle

®

Desktop Projector

(perpendicular) to the projection screen, parallel to the floor.

2. Raise the cover assembly until it clicks into place.

3. Raise the mirror assembly into its fully open position.
For steps 4 through 7, follow the appropriate section for your

system.

Desktop Computers

4. Make sure that the computer and the monitor are turned off.

5. Unplug the monitor cable from the computer and attach it to
the MONITOR end of the “Y” cable.

6. Plug the “Y” cable’s COMPUTER (or CPU) end into the
computer’s monitor port.

1–4 • User’s Guide

7. Insert the “Y” cable’s LCD end into the projector’s
COMPUTER port.

If these steps complete your preliminary configuration, continue
with Step 8 at the bottom of the page.

Notebooks/Laptops

4. Make sure that the computer is turned off.

5. Plug the “Y” cable’s COMPUTER (or CPU) end into the
computer’s monitor port.

6. Insert the “Y” cable’s LCD end into the projector’s
COMPUTER port.

7. Attach the Macintosh or VGA video terminator to the “Y”
cable’s MONITOR end or plug in an external monitor.

8. Connect video and audio sources to the projector:

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

®

Desktop Projector

Connector Function/Cable Connections

RS-232

COMPUTER

S-VHS
(Audio/video­enabled
models)

VIDEO IN
(Audio/video­enabled
models)

AUDIO IN

COMPUTER
AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

For optional Cyclops system or

Presentation Control
Software

- Din 8-to-DB9 IBM serial data
cable (C936-6)

- Macintosh ADB data cable
(C470-6) for Cyclops

- Macintosh serial data cable
for Mac Remote (C934-6)

Connects computer video to

projector

- VGA video “Y” cable (C454-6)

- Macintosh video “Y” cable
(C464-6)

S-VHS or S-Video input

- S-Video cable (C466-6)

Video input from NTSC, PAL, or

SECAM

- Composite video/audio cable
(C497-6)

Audio input from

NTSC/PAL/SECAM/S-VHS
source or microphone

- Composite video/audio cable
(C497-6)

Audio input from computer or

microphone

- Computer audio cable
(C498-6)

Connects an external speaker

system

- Computer audio cable (C498 -

6)

Installation instructions included

with Cyclops system or
Presentation Control software

Projector: LCD
Monitor: MONITOR
IBM: COMPUTER/VGA
Mac: CPU/MAC II

Projector: S-VHS

- Mini Din 4
Source: VIDEO OUT

- Mini Din 4
Projector: VIDEO IN

- Yellow RCA plug
Source: VIDEO OUT

- Yellow RCA plug
Projector: L/R AUDIO IN

- White (L)/Red (R) RCA plugs
Source: L/R AUDIO OUT

- White (L)/Red (R) RCA plugs
Projector: COMPUTER AUDIO IN

- RCA plugs
Source: AUDIO OUT

- Mini jack
Projector: AUDIO OUT

- Mini jack
External Amplifier: L/R AUDIO IN

- L/R RCA plugs

✍

CAUTION: The lamp comes on automatically when you turn

on the projector. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE
LENS WHEN THE LAMP IS ON! Your vision can be damaged
by the brightness of the light.

9. Plug in the projector. Turn on the projector and any external
monitor before you turn on the computer, so that the
computer properly senses the projector during its start-up
routine.

10.Rotate the projector’s focus ring until the title screen image is
clear and sharp.

User’s Guide • 1–5

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

Control Panel

Figure 1-3

The control panel

®

Desktop Projector

Sync

Brightness

Volume

Lamp

Menu/

Video

CE LAMP

REPLA

TEMP

VER

O

CONTROL FUNCTION

VOLUME

Adjusts audio level of the projector's internal speakers.

BRIGHTNESS Increases/decreases brightness of the projected image.
SYNC Compensates for fine variations in the timing of the

VIDEO

MENU/

computer video signal.

Switches between computer video, NTSC/PAL/SECAM
video, or S-VHS.

Press once to display the Levels menu.
Press again to display the Setup menu.
Press a third time to exit the Menu window.
Hold down for several seconds to initiate (optional)

Cyclops light measurement sequence.

Hold down when powering up projector to disable

LAMP

Cyclops.
Toggles the projection lamp ON/OFF.

ARROWS Make small adjustments to the projected image's position.

Changes Menu Window settings when in MENU mode.

- Press the Right/Left arrow key to move to the setting.

- Press the Up/Down arrow key to change the setting.

1–6 • User’s Guide

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

®

Desktop Projector

Warning and Alert Lights

Warning and alert lights on the control panel indicate the
Desktop Projector’s operating condition.

OVERTEMP Illuminates in the unlikely event the projector reaches

REPLACE

LAMP

an over–temperature condition.

Illuminates if the active and/or spare projector lamp

burns out.

Levels Menu

Press the MENU/ key once to display the Levels Menu. This
menu varies automatically based on the type of video source

displayed.

BRIGHTNESS

RED

Figure 1-4

Levels Menu for computer video

BRIGHTNESS

Figure 1-5

Levels Menu for NTSC/PAL/SECAM and S–VHS video

CONTROL FUNCTION

BRIGHTNESS Increases/decreases the overall brightness of the

SYNC Compensates for fine variations in the timing of the

VOLUME Adjusts the audio level of the projector’s internal

RED Adjusts the red color signal for computer video.
GREEN Adjusts the green color signal for computer video.
BLUE Adjusts the blue color signal for computer video.
TINT Adjusts the Red and Green color balance for

SIG LEVEL Adjusts the difference between light and dark

R TINT G

projected image.

computer video signal.

speakers.

NTSC/PAL/SECAM/S-VHS video.

segments of the projected image.

SYNC

GREEN

SIG LEVEL

VOLUME

BLUE

VOLUME

User’s Guide • 1–7

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

Setup Menu

Press the MENU/ key a second time to display the Setup Menu.

SOURCE IMAGE COLORS PROJECTION

VGA640x480 NORMAL 226981 FORWARD

FREQUENCY LANGUAGE STORE? SETTINGS

800 ENGLISH NO FACTORY

Figure 1-6

Setup Menu

CONTROL FUNCTION

SOURCE Lists the name of the input source detected by the

IMAGE Switches between NORMAL and REVERSE modes.

COLORS Selects the color mode most suitable for the

PROJECTION Flips the displayed image for use with a rear

FREQUENCY Synchronizes the projector with the video source.

LANGUAGE Switches the language set used in the Menu

STORE? Saves settings currently displayed in both Menus.
SETTINGS Retrieves factory–set or stored settings, or saves

projector.

Accessible in modes where other choices are

available, based on the type of signal the projector
is receiving.

REVERSE is used primarily for viewing text
screens.

projected image.

projection screen.

Note: Adjust SYNC before changing FREQUENCY.

Window: English, French, German, Italian, and
Spanish.

the current settings.

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Desktop Projector

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Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

w

®

Desktop Projector

Remote Control

The Remote Control contains all the key functions available on
the Control Panel and provides access to additional functions not
available on the Control Panel or through the Menu Window.

Figure 1-7

Remote control unit

CONTROL FUNCTION

MUTE Toggles sound OFF/ON to the internal

TEXT Toggles between VGA text mode of

REV
PAUSE
FWD

FREEZE Freezes the image. Press it a second

VIDEO



FREEZE

– SYNC +

- BRIGHTNESS + - VOLUME +

< REV



P AUSE FWD >

Active Matrix

Blue keys = PC/MAC Remote soft

and external speakers

640 x 400 lines and DOS text mode
of 720 x 400 lines. DOS text is
easier to view when using Text mode.

Works with Proxima’s Presentation

Control Software, which can be used
to sequence electronic slides.
Detailed instructions are included
with the software.

time to continue.Use this to skip
over a slide, or to do a freeze-frame
during video or animation.

MENU

CYCLOPS

LAMP

TEXT

MUTE



User’s Guide • 1–9

Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima

Getting Help

For technical support, please contact your dealer or call Proxima
at:

®

Desktop Projector

U.S.A. and Canada Outside U.S.A. and

[phone]
Press 1 for

Customer Service.

[phone]

(fax)

[phone]
Press 1 for Customer

[phone] (fax)

Canada

Service.

Europe

[phone]
[phone]

(Fax)

1–10 • User’s Guide

Chapter 2

Detailed
Setup

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

Your Proxima

Desktop

Projector

Before you begin, examine the components of the projector.

4

3

5

3

2

1

VIDEO



FREEZE

–

SYNC

+

–

TEXT

BRIGHTNESS

+

–

VOLUME

<

REV

+



P
AUSE

FWD

>

MUTE

Blue keys = PC/MAC Remote software

12

7

13

6

9

8

7



11

S-VHS

VIDEO IN



Figure 2-1

The Proxima Desktop Projector and Remote Control

MENU

CYCLOPS

LAMP

10

16

15
14

(1) Control Panel (9) Projection Lens Assembly
(2) Mirror Assembly and Focus Ring
(3) Internal Speakers (10) Remote Control
(4) Cover Assembly (11) Connector Panel
(5) Top Air Intake Filter (12) Lamp Selector
(6) Recessed Handle (13) Lamp Chamber Latch
(7) Front Air Intake Filters (14) Power Cord Receptacle
(8) Cyclops Lens (15) AC Power Switch

(16) Circuit Breaker Reset Button

User’s Guide • 2–1

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

Getting

Started

Opening the Projector

1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle
(perpendicular) to the projection screen and parallel to the
floor. If you’re using a media cart, make sure the wheels are
locked to prevent it from moving.

Top View

Perpendicular to the
projection screen

Projection Screen

2–2 • User’s Guide

Side View

Parallel to the floor

Figure 2-2

Positioning the Desktop Projector

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

2. Grasp the front edge of the cover assembly at the upper front

of the projector and raise it until it reaches the first stop. You
can use the projector in this position, or raise the cover
assembly to the second stop; whichever you prefer.

Figure 2-3

Opening the cover assembly

☞

CAUTION! The Desktop Projector's cover and projection

mirror assemblies have been designed to limit over-extension.
Applying excessive pressure can damage the projector.

User’s Guide • 2–3

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

3. Place your fingers beneath the mirror assembly at the lower

center of the front panel and raise it until it reaches a 45˚ angle
(approximately) relative to the top of the lens assembly.

Figure 2-4

Raising the mirror assembly

2–4 • User’s Guide

Figure 2-5

The Desktop Projector in the open position

☞

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

4. After you turn on the projector and computer, if you want to
raise or lower the projected image, just move the mirror
assembly to the appropriate angle.

CAUTION! DO NOT use the assembly cover or projection

mirror as a handle. TO AVOID DAMAGE, YOU MUST
COMPLETELY CLOSE THE PROJECTOR BEFORE
MOVING IT.

If you must move the projector while it is open, grasp it securely
at the sides by the lower part of the housing to support the weight
of the unit.

PROXIMA

Figure 2-6

Moving the projector when open

Using an AV Tripod

On the bottom of the projector there is a connector that you can
connect to a tripod. Use only a heavy-duty, industrial audio-visual
tripod that can support at least 25 pounds.

User’s Guide • 2–5

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

CAUTION! Be extremely careful when you use the projector

☞

with a tripod. You should observe the following precautions:

• You can mount the projector on a tripod by yourself.

• Make sure the tripod’s legs and camera mount are securely

• Do not place the tripod and projector in any pathways that

• Make sure that all cables are secured and out of the way. In

To attach the tripod to the projector:

1. Grasp the projector by the handle and stand it on its side.

However, it is easier to do this if someone else is holding the
projector while you connect the tripod.

locked.

you or your audience will be using during the presentation.

particular, be extremely careful of the power cord and any
extension cords.

2–6 • User’s Guide

2. Holding the tripod sideways, screw its threaded camera mount
into the connector on the bottom of the projector.

3. Extend and lock the tripod’s legs.

4. Grasp the projector by its handle and place your other hand
under the unit (the side opposite the handle). Lift and turn the
projector to its normal operating position on top of the tripod.

Closing the Projector

To close the projector, reverse the opening procedures.

1. Gently rotate the projection mirror assembly forward and
down until it is in the fully closed position.

2. Gently rotate the hinged cover assembly forward and down
until it is in the fully closed position.

☞
☞

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

CAUTION! Forcing the mirror and hinged cover assembly to

snap into place may damage the mirror assembly. Do not attempt
to close the projector by only moving the cover assembly.

Transporting the Projector

CAUTION! Do not move or transport the Desktop Projector

without securely closing the projector and disconnecting all of the
cables.

The Desktop Projector has a recessed carrying handle located in
one of the side panels.

1. Push in on either end of the handle. Pull the handle up.

2. Release the handle. The spring-loaded mechanism will retract

it back into the body of the projector.

Figure 2-7

Accessing the handle

The projector has protective feet on the side opposite the handle
as well as on the bottom.

User’s Guide • 2–7

Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup

Connecting

the Projector

1 RS-232 For using optional Cyclops system or Presentation

2 COMPUTER Connects computer video to the projector.
3 AUDIO OUT

4 AUDIO IN

5 COMPUTER

AUDIO IN

6 VIDEO IN

7 S-VHS

Take a moment to look at the projector’s rear connector panel.

RS-232



1

2

COMPUTER

VIDEO IN



AUDIO

OUT

3

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Control Software.

Stereo output to external powered speakers or external
sound system.

Left and right inputs from VCR or other audio source, or
amplified or wireless microphone.

Left and right inputs from computer audio source, or
amplified or wireless microphone.

NTSC/PAL/SECAM input from VCRs, laserdisc players,
and camcorders (Audio/video-enabled models only).

Input from S-VHS or S-video source (Audio/video-enabled
models only).

L R

COMPUTER AUDIO IN

L R

AUDIO IN

Audio/Video-

enabled models

7

S-VHS

6

5
4

1

2

3

RS-232

COMPUTER



AUDIO

OUT

L R

COMPUTER AUDIO IN

L R

Audio-enabled 

models

5
6

5

4

2–8 • User’s Guide

Figure 2-8

The Connector Panels

Note: If you would like to add video to audio-enabled models,

you can order the Video Adapter kit (A195); see Appendix B for
ordering information.