USER’S GUIDE BOXLIGHT CP-13t BOXLIGHT ®
INFORMATION TO THE USER NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES AND DESIGN PREPARATION NAME OF EACH PART OF THE PROJECTOR SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR POSITIONING THE PROJECTOR ADJUSTABLE FEET CONNECTING THE AC POWER CORD VENTILATION MOVING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR TERMINALS OF THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER BEFORE OPERATION 5 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 10 10 11 12 14 OPERATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL 14 LASER POINTER FUNCTION REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES INSTALLATION 14 15 TOP CONTROLS AND INDICA
FEATURES AND DESIGN This Multimedia Projector is designed with the most advanced technology for portability, durability, and ease of use. The projector utilizes built-in multimedia features, a palette of 16.77 million colors, and matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. ◆ Compatibility This projector is compatible with many different types of personal computers and video devices, including; ● IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024 x 768 resolution.
PREPARATION NAME OF EACH PART OF THE PROJECTOR FRONT OF THE CABINET PROJECTION LENS PC CARD SLOT LENS COVER CARRY HANDLE INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER SPEAKER (Monaural) BACK OF THE CABINET EXHAUST VENT HOT AIR EXHAUSTED ! Air blown from the exhaust vent is hot. When using or installing the projector, following attention should be taken. ● Do not put a flammable object near this part. ● Keep heat-sensitive objects away from the exhaust vent. ● Do not touch this part especially screws and metallic parts.
PREPARATION SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR POSITIONING THE PROJECTOR ● This projector is basically designed to project on a flat projection surface. ● The projector can be focused from 4.6’(1.4m) ~ 35.4’(10.8m). ● Refer to the figure below to adjust the screen size. 35.4’ (10.8m) 24.0’ (7.3m) 300” 18.0’ (5.5m) 200” 11.8’ (3.6m) 150” 4.6’ (1.
PREPARATION CONNECTING THE AC POWER CORD This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V AC or 200-240 V AC. The projector automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system. Consult your authorized dealer or service station if your are not sure of the type of power supply being in use.
PREPARATION MOVING THE PROJECTOR Use the Carry Handle when moving the Projector. When moving the projector, replace the lens cover and rotate the feet fully clockwise (to shorten the feet) to prevent from damage to the lens and the cabinet. When this projector is not used for the extended period, replace the lens cover, tuck the Adjustable Feet and apply the dust cover supplied to this projector.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR TERMINALS OF THE PROJECTOR S-VIDEO INPUT JACK VIDEO INPUT JACK Connect the S-VIDEO output from the video equipment to this terminal. (Refer to P11.) Connect the video output from the video equipment to this terminal. (Refer to P11.) S-VIDEO AUDIO INPUT JACKS Connect the audio outputs from the video equipment to these terminals. (Refer to P11.) ● When the audio output is monaural, connect it to the Left jack.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT Video Source (example) Video Cassette Recorder Used cables for connection Video Disc Player Video / Audio Output S-VIDEO Output • VIDEO CABLE ✽ • S-VIDEO CABLE ✽ • AUDIO CABLE (stereo) ✽ ✽ These cables are not supplied with this projector. Video Audio Cable ✽ S-VIDEO Cable ✽ Use the either of VIDEO jack or S-VIDEO jack. When the both jacks are connected, the S-VIDEO jack has priority over the VIDEO jack.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER To connect with the computer, refer to the figure below. Used cables for connection • VGA CABLE • CONTROL CABLE FOR PS/2 PORT • CONTROL CABLE FOR SERIAL PORT,or ADB PORT ✽ • MAC ADAPTER ✽ • MONITOR CABLE ✽ • PC AUDIO CABLE (stereo) ✽ ✽ These cables are not supplied with this projector.
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR S-VIDEO R-AUDIO-L(MONO) VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT COMPUTER IN MONITOR OUT CONTROL PORT COMPUTER IN MONITOR OUT CONTROL PORT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT ◆ MAC ADAPTER (Not supplied) Use one of these Control Cables corresponding with the terminal of your computer. Set the switches as shown in the table below depend- ON ing on the RESOLUTION MODE that you want to use before your turn on the OFF projector and computer.
BEFORE OPERATION OPERATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL Left Side VIDEO BUTTON POWER ON-OFF BUTTON COMPUTER/ VIDEO MCI Used to select VIDEO source. (P30) ZOOM ON-OFF FOCUS VOLUME ON COMPUTER / MCI BUTTON F ALL OF Used to select source either COMPUTER or MCI mode. (P23, 33) MUTE D.ZOOM PAGE POINT BUTTON MENU BUTTON Used to move the pointer on the MENU, to adjust the item, or to pan the image in DIGITAL ZOOM mode. (P29, 37) It is also used as a PC mouse in Wireless Mouse Operation.
BEFORE OPERATION VOLUME BUTTON COMPUTER/ VIDEO MCI ON-OFF ZOOM BUTTON Used to adjust zoom. (P21) FOCUS BUTTON ZOOM Used to adjust volume. (P22) FOCUS VOLUME D.ZOOM BUTTON MUTE D.ZOOM Used to turn the projector into DIGITAL ZOOM mode. (P29, 37) Operating Range Point the remote control toward the projector (Receiver Window) when pressing the buttons. Maximum operating range for the remote control is about 16.4’ (5m) and 60° front and rear of the projector PAGE Used to adjust focus.
BEFORE OPERATION TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NORMAL BUTTON Used to reset to normal picture adjustment preset by factory. (P27, 31, 36) AUTO IMAGE BUTTON PAGE BUTTONS Used to operate AUTO IMAGE function. (P28) POWER ON–OFF BUTTON Used to turn the projector on or off. (P20) NORMAL LAMP INDICATOR This indicator is lit in dim when the projector is turned on. And the light is brightened when the projector is in stand-by mode. PAGE VOLUME VOLUME BUTTONS Used to adjust volume.
BEFORE OPERATION OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU HOW TO OPERATE ON-SCREEN MENU You can control and adjust this projector through ONSCREEN MENU. Refer to the following pages to operate the each adjustment on the ON-SCREEN MENU. WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL POINT BUTTON Used to move the Pointer to UP/ DOWN/ RIGHT/ LEFT. 1 MOVING THE POINTER Move the pointer (see the NOTE below) by pressing POINT button(s) on the TOP CONTROL or the REMOTE CONTROL. 2 SELECT THE ITEM Select the item by pressing SELECT button.
BEFORE OPERATION MENU BAR MENU BAR IN COMPUTER MODE Press MENU BUTTON while being in Computer mode. MODE MENU SYSTEM MENU POSITION MENU Used to select the Computer input mode. (Refer to P23) Used to select a computer system. (Refer to P23) Used to adjust the position of the image. (Refer to P28) PC ADJUST MENU SETTING MENU Used to adjust the parameters to match with the input signal format. (Refer to P24, 25) Used to set the Display Menu and to reset Lamp Replacement Monitor Timer.
MENU BAR IN MCI MODE Press MENU BUTTON while being in MCI mode. IMAGE MENU MODE MENU Used to select the MCI input mode. (Refer to P33) Used to adjust the computer image. [Fine sync. / Total dots / White Balance / Contrast / Brightness] (Refer to P36) These icons have the same function as the Computer Mode. VIEW MENU POSITION MENU SCREEN MENU Used to display, read or write the image data in a memory card through the PC CARD SLOT. (Refer to P34, 35) Used to adjust the position of the image.
BASIC OPERATIONS TURNING ON / OFF THE PROJECTOR TURNING ON THE PROJECTOR 1 Complete the peripheral connections (with Computer, VCR, and etc.) before turning on the projector. (Refer to "CONNECTING TO THE PROJECTOR" on Pages 10~13 for connecting those equipment. 2 Connect the projector's AC power cord into a wall outlet. The LAMP indicator lights RED, and the READY indicator lights GREEN. 3 Press the power ON-OFF button on the Remote Control Unit or on the Top Control to ON.
BASIC OPERATION ADJUSTING THE IMAGE ZOOM ADJUSTMENT 1 Press the ZOOM button on the Top Control or the ZOOM ▲/▼ button on the Remote Control Unit to turn into the ZOOM mode. 2 Press the POINT UP button or the ZOOM ▲ button to have the image larger, and press the POINT UP button or the ZOOM ▼ button to have the smaller. In the Computer mode, the image can be expanded, compressed, and panned with the Digital Zoom function. Refer to page 29, 37 for the Digital Zoom operation.
BASIC OPERATION NO SHOW FUNCTION Press the NO SHOW button on the Remote Control Unit to turn the picture into black image. This function is cancelled when the NO SHOW button is pressed again or any other function button is pressed. No show The message disappears after 4 seconds. PICTURE FREEZE FUNCTION Press the FREEZE button on the Remote Control Unit to freeze the picture on screen. This function is cancelled when the FREEZE button is pressed again or any other function button is pressed.
COMPUTER MODE SELECTING COMPUTER MODE DIRECT OPERATION Select COMPUTER mode by pressing the MODE button on the Top Control or the COMPUTER / MCI button on the Remote Control Unit. MODE button COMPUTER / MCI button COMPUTER COMPUTER MCI MCI VIDEO MENU OPERATION Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select Computer and press the SELECT button. CURRENT MODE DISPLAY When selecting the Computer Mode, the Current Mode display appears.
COMPUTER MODE PC ADJUSTMENT This Projector can automatically tune to the display signals from most personal computers currently distributed. However, some computers employ the special signal formats which are different from the standard ones and may not be tuned by Multiscanning of this projector. If this happens, the projector cannot reproduce a proper image and the image is recognized as a flickering picture, a non-synchronized picture, a non-centered picture or a skewed picture.
Total lines The number of the total vertical lines. Adjust the number to match the image of your personal computer. Total dots The number of the total dots in one horizontal period. Adjust the number to match the image of your personal computer. Horizontal / Vertical Adjustment of the horizontal or vertical |picture position. When the image is not centered on the screen, adjust each of those items. Clamp Adjustment of the clamp level. When the image has a dark bar(s), try this adjustment.
COMPUTER MODE COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency below mentioned and less than 135 MHz of Dot Clock. V-Freq. (Hz) 59.88 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION 640 x 480 H-Freq. (kHz) 31.47 800 x 600 H-Freq. (kHz) 47.90 V-Freq. (Hz) 71.92 SVGA 10 VGA 2 720 x 400 31.47 70.09 SVGA 11 800 x 600 32.70 51.09 VGA 3 640 x 400 31.47 70.09 SVGA 12 800 x 600 38.00 60.51 VGA 4 640 x 480 37.86 74.
COMPUTER MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT ADJUST PICTURE IMAGE MANUALLY 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select IMAGE and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Menu will appear. 2 Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the item that you want to change by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN buttons. To change the value, press either the POINT RIGHT button or the POINT LEFT button.
COMPUTER MODE AUTO IMAGE FUNCTION The Auto Image function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync., Total dots, and Picture Position for most computers. 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select AUTO IMAGE and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box AUTO IMAGE Menu will appear. 2 Move the arrow to an item that you want to adjust by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN button. Change the setting On or Off by pressing the SELECT button.
COMPUTER MODE PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the image in desirable size. 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select SCREEN and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE SCREEN Menu will appear. 2 Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the function that you want to select and then press SELECT button.
VIDEO MODE SELECTING VIDEO MODE DIRECT OPERATION MODE button COMPUTER Select VIDEO mode by pressing the MODE button on the Top Control or the VIDEO button on the Remote Control Unit. MCI VIDEO MENU OPERATION Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select Video and press the SELECT button. SELECTING COLOR SYSTEM 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear.
VIDEO MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTING THE PICTURE IMAGE 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select IMAGE and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Menu will appear. 2 Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the item that you want to adjust by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN buttons. To change the value, press either the POINT RIGHT button or the POINT LEFT button.
MCI MODE OPERATING THE PC CARD SLOT This projector has PC CARD SLOT and the pictures in a memory card (SmartMedia with PC Card Adapter or PC card) can be displayed just by inserting the card into it. It is unnecessary to connect with other input equipment. Media Card Imager (supplied with CD-ROM) can edit the image data and record it into a memory card for projecting with the projector.
AVAILABLE DATA This projector can project the image data as follow through PC CARD SLOT. ● The data edited by “Media Card Imager.” ● The data of the resolution between VGA (640 X 480) and XGA (1024 X 768) in Bit Map type (BMP) or JPEG type (JPG), such as Digital Camera data, can be also displayed. (Some image data in XGA size may not be displayed properly. In that case, reset the resolution to the lower.) Refer to “SHOW THE DATA IN THE MEMORY CARD” on page 34 to display the image data.
MCI MODE SHOW THE DATA IN THE MEMORY CARD BASIC OPERATION 1 Insert the memory card and turn the projector into MCI mode. The image in the memory card is displayed. 2 To change the image to others, press the PAGE ▲ or ▼ button. (When the “Display Timer” is set in the image with the Media Card Imager, the image is changed to another automatically.) To select Index or Page in the table, follow the instructions of INDEX SELECTION and PAGE SELECTION.
MCI MODE WRITE DATA INTO THE MEMORY CARD The data edited by Media Card Imager in the computer can be written in or read from the memory card with the PC Card drive of your Personal Computer or the PC CARD Slot of this projector. The data edited by Media Card Imager is written in Bit Map type (BMP) or JPEG type (JPG). ACCESS TO THE MEMORY CARD THROUGH THE PROJECTOR If your computer doesn't have the PC card writing equipment, the data can be written or read by connecting with this projector.
MCI MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT ADJUST THE PICTURE IMAGE MANUALLY 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select IMAGE and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Menu will appear. 2 Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the item by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN buttons. To change the value press either the POINT RIGHT button or the POINT LEFT button.
MCI MODE PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the image in desirable size. 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select SCREEN and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box PICTURE SCREEN Menu will appear. 2 Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the function that you want to select and then press SELECT button.
MCI MODE SMARTMEDIA AND PC CARD ADAPTER SmartMedia and PC Card Adapter are provided with this LCD projector. SmartMedia can be used as a PC card conforming to the PC Card Standard-ATA by combining with PC Card Adapter. INSTALL / REMOVE THE SMARTMEDIA INSTALL Insert SmartMedia fully into PC Card Adapter. Make sure EJECT button pops out. NOTE : The front side of SmartMedia has Contact Area on its surface. The front side of PC Card Adapter has Eject button on the left side of the slot.
MCI MODE PRECAUTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SMARTMEDIA ● SmartMedia is a precision device. Do not bend it, drop it, subject it to strong forces or shocks or place where strong static electrical charge can be generated. ● Do not touch the surface of the Contact Area with fingers or allow it to be stained with foreign materials. Store SmartMedia inside its protective case when it is not used. ● SmartMedia is a consumable item.
SETTING SETTING MENU 1 Press the MENU button and the ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select SETTING and press the SELECT button. Another dialog box SETTING Menu will appear. 2 Press the POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear. Move the arrow to the item that you want to set, and then press the SELECT button to set it "On" or "Off".
APPENDIX OPERATING WIRELESS MOUSE The Wireless Remote Control Unit is not only able to operate the projector but also usable as a wireless mouse for most Personal Computers. The POINT buttons and the two CLICK buttons are used for the wireless mouse operation. The wireless mouse is usable when PC mouse pointer is displayed on the screen. When the menu or the indicator of the projector is displayed on the screen instead of the PC mouse pointer, the wireless mouse cannot be used.
APPENDIX MAINTENANCE TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR The TEMPERATURE WARNING Indicator flashes red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the normal temperature. The Indicator stops flashing when the temperature of the projector become normal. When the TEMPERATURE WARNING Indicator continues to flash, check the item listed below. 1 2 3 The Ventilation slots of the projector may be blocked. In such an event, reposition the appliance so that the ventilation slots are not obstructed.
APPENDIX LAMP REPLACEMENT INDICATOR When the life of the Lamp of this projector draws to an end, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator lights red. When the image becomes dark or the color of the image become unnatural, replacement of the Lamp is required. LAMP REPLACEMENT CAUTION ● For continued safety, replace with a lamp assembly of the same type. ● Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before you open the lamp cover. The inside of the projector can become very hot.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling your dealer or service station for assistance, check the matters below once again. 1. Make sure you have connected the projector to your equipment a s described in section "CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR" on pages 10 ~ 13. 2. Check cable connection. Verify that all computer, video and power cord are properly connected. 3. Verify that all power is switched on. 4. If the projector still does not produce the image, re-start the computer. 5.
APPENDIX Problem: Try these Solution Remote Control Unit does not work. ● Check the batteries. ● Check the ALL-OFF switch on the Remote Control Unit is set to “ON.”. ● Make sure anything is blocking between the Remote Receiver and the Remote Control Unit. ● Make sure you are not too far from the projector when using the Remote Control Unit. Maximum operating range is 16.4’ (5m). Wireless Mouse function does not work. ● Check the cable connection between the projector and the computer.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Projector Type Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight LCD Panel System Panel Resolution Number of Pixels Color System Scanning Frequency Projection Image size (Diagonal) Horizontal Resolution Projection Lens Throw Distance Projection Lamp AV Input Jacks Computer Input Jacks Control Port Jack Monitor Output Jack Computer Audio Input Jack Audio Output Jack Internal Audio Amp Built-in Speaker Feet Adjustment Voltage Power Consumption Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Remote Control
OPTIONAL PARTS The parts listed below are optionally supplied. When ordering those parts, give the name and the Type No. of it to the sales dealer. ● Control Cable for Serial Port Type No. : POA-MCSRL ● Control Cable for ADB Port Type No. : POA-MCMAC ● MAC Adapter Type No.
LIMITED WARRANTY BOXLIGHT CORPORATION (“BOXLIGHT”) warrants that each Boxlight CP-13t (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of BOXLIGHT. Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that purchases the Product for personal or business use and not for the purpose of distribution resale. Said warranty shall continue for a period of two (2) years from the date of such purchase.
