LP815_820_UG.qxd 1/26/04 4:08 PM Page 1 LP 815/LP 820 ® ® MEETING ROOM EASY. INSTALL READY.
LP815_820_UG.qxd 1/26/04 4:08 PM Page 2 WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. WARNING: This product has a lamp which contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose of it as required by local, state, or federal ordinances and regulations. For more information, see www.eiae.
This entire user’s guide is available on the enclosed CD as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese. Before using this projector, please read these instructions.
Declaration of Conformity Canada 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 this projector conforms to the following directives and norms: 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.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the included Quick Set Up card. For complete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to this User’s Guide. Electronic versions of this User’s Guide in multiple languages are available on the included CD and on our website.
Important Operating Considerations for Safety • Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15 degrees off axis. • Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without any obstructions to intake or exhaust vents. Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. • Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2 m) away from any heating or cooling vents. • Use only InFocus-approved ceiling mounts. • Use only the power cord provided.
Projector components and features Introduction keypad Your new digital projector provides three computer and three video inputs and has XGA 1024x768 resolution. Optional user-changeable short and long throw lenses make this a flexible product suitable for many different uses. The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to maintain. An Interactive Display on the top of the projector gives you constant feedback on the status of the projector.
Connector Panel The projector provides three computer and three video connectors: • one M1-D (HD, DVI, and computer) • two VESA (HD, HD component, and computer) • one component RCA • one S-video • component video external speakers (audio out) s-video PS/2 mouse RJ-45 one USB mouse (for use with the Computer 2 input only) • one PS/2 mouse (for use with the Computer 3 input only) USB mouse computer audio monitor screen trigger audio in trigger R one composite RCA • M1-D computer networ
Connecting a computer connect computer cable audio in trigger R Required computer connections network mouse USB computer 2 monitor out computer 3 serial control computer 1 L audio in computer in I O Connect one end of the computer cable to the Computer 2 connector on the projector. Connect the other end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you first need to disconnect the monitor cable from the computer’s video port.
If you are using a desktop computer and want to see the image on your computer screen as well as on the projection screen, plug the monitor cable to the Monitor out connector on the projector.
Displaying a computer image Remove the lens cap. remove lens cap Press the power switch to position “1” on the back of the projector, then press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. press Power switch 2 press Power button I O The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. 1 ? No startup screen? Get help on page 17.
First-time projector use with Windows 98 a 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, Windows ME, or Window XP, skip these steps and go to “Adjusting the image” on page 12.
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 two times. The first time it detects a USB Human Interface Device (for the keyboard). The second 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.
Adjusting the image adjust height Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release button to extend the elevator foot. Rotate the leveling foot (located at the bottom back right corner), if necessary. rotate leveling foot elevator foot Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. adjust distance See page 42 for a table listing screen sizes and distances.
Connecting a video device connect A/V cable Standard video connections audio in trigger R network mouse computer 1 USB Plug the audio/video (A/V) cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Video 2 connector on the projector.
Displaying a video image remove lens cap Remove the lens cap. press Power switch Press the power switch to position “1” on the back of the projector, then press the Power button on the top of the projector. 2 press Power button I O The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. 1 ? No startup screen? Get help on page 16.
Adjust the zoom or focus rings by rotating them until the desired image size and focus are produced. adjust zoom and focus zoom focus If the image is not square, adjust the vertical keystone using the buttons on the keypad. Press the upper Keystone button to reduce the upper part of the image, and press the lower Keystone button to reduce the lower part. You can also adjust the horizontal keystone via the menus. See page 30. adjust keystone Adjust the volume on the keypad or remote.
Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup The projector automatically blanks the screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This blank screen helps preserve the life of the projector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. If your image appears correctly on the screen, skip to the next section (page 25). If it does not, troubleshoot the setup.
Source Troubleshooting Problem Solution Result No startup screen Plug power cable in, press power switch, press power button. Remove lens cap.
No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced> Adapter (location varies by operating system) A Signa l rang out of e A Computer image projected A You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the problem, “Image fuzzy or cropped” Only my laptop’s background appears, not the Desktop icons A Disable “Extend my Windows Desktop” in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Display 2 (location varies b
Image fuzzy or cropped AA A Set your computer’s display resolution to the native resolution of the projector (Start>Settings>Control Panel>Display>Settings tab, select1024x768) Image clear and not cropped A For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn-on dualdisplay mode Remote control not controlling my computer’s mouse Connect USB cable (page 7) then load USB drivers, if needed (page 10). Or, connect PS/2 cable and reboot your computer. Remote controls computer cursor.
Projector troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust keystone on keypad or Picture menu Square image Image not sharp Adjust the focus lens or Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Correct image AB AB Image does not fit 16:9 screen Change aspect ratio to 16:9 in Picture>Aspect ratio menu 20 Correct image
Turn off Ceiling in Settings>System menu Image upside down BA Image reversed left to right AB Turn off Rear in Settings>System menu A Projected colors don’t match source Correct image Correct image AB Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus COLOR Correct image COLOR 21
The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation does not play on the screen A B Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop Embedded video plays correctly A A Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 16) Make sure vents aren’t blocked; allow projector to cool for one minute Unplug projector; wait one minute; plug in projector and turn it on: lamp lights startu p scree n blinks red Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 16) B Lamp must be replaced (page 38) Lamp turns on startu p
Image not centered on screen Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height zoom Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Picture>Advanced menu Still having problems? If you need assistance, please visit our website or call us. See the inside of the back cover for a list of all relevant web addresses. This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. An extended warranty plan may be purchased from your dealer.
Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are described in detail in other sections, but here is an overview of their functions: power–turns the projector on (page 9) and off (page 14). menu–opens the on-screen menus (page 29). select–confirms choices made in the menus (page 29). up/down arrows–navigates to and adjusts settings in the menus (page 29). auto image–resets the projector to the source. presets–cycles through the available preset settings (page 31).
If you are displaying presentations in Microsoft® PowerPoint®, you can use the remote’s mouse buttons to navigate through your presentation while in Slide Show mode. To configure PowerPoint for this, choose Options from the PowerPoint Tools menu, click the View Tab, de-select the “Popup Menu on Right Mouse Click” option in the Slide Show section, then click OK.
Using the audio connect audio cable To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In connector on the projector. audio in trigger R network mouse USB computer 1 computer 2 monitor out computer 3 serial control L audio in computer in I O To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote. To adjust the bass, treble, balance, or loudness, use the Audio menu (see page 33). To mute the sound, press the Mute button.
Optimizing computer images Presentation features After your computer is connected properly and the computer’s image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 29. Several features are provided to make giving presentation easier. The following is an overview, details are found in the menu section on page 29. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. • Change the Aspect Ratio.
Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After the video device is connected properly and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 29. You can customize the projector for your specific setup and needs. See page 33 to page 37 for details on these features. • For rear projection, turn Rear mode on in the Settings>System menu.
Using the menus Dot To open the menus, press the menu button on the keypad or remote. (The menus automatically close after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to highlight the desired submenu, then press the Select button. Menu button To change a menu setting, highlight it, press Select, then use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the value, select an option using radio buttons, or turn the feature on or off using check boxes.
Picture menu To adjust the following six settings, highlight the setting, press Select, use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm the changes. Vertical Keystone increasing keystone Vertical Keystone: adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust vertical keystone from the keypad. decreasing keystone Horizontal Keystone: adjusts the image horizontally and makes a squarer image.
Presets: The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying computer presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. (Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or sporting event.) You can use the preset as a starting point, then further customize the settings for each source. The settings you customize are saved in the preset for each source.
Advanced settings Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Sharpness Color Space: This option applies to computer and component video sources. It allows you to select a color space that has been specifically tuned for the video input. When Auto is selected, the projector automatically determines the standard.
Settings menu Audio: allows adjustments to the volume, bass, treble and balance. Also allows you to turn on and off Loudness (which boosts the higher and lower frequencies), the Internal speakers, and projector startup Chime. Audio Sources: allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key when using the optional Integrator remote. Also allows selection of a default Startup Source and enables or disables Autosource and RGB.
Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen after no signals are detected for five minutes. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Screen Save is disabled when Power Save is enabled. Screen Trigger: this enables the Screen Trigger connection on the connector panel. See page 6 for details. Startup Logo: allows you to display a blank Black, White, or Blue screen instead of the default screen at startup and when no source is detected.
Effect Key: allows you to assign a different function to the Effect button on the remote to quickly and easily use the effect. Only one effect can be enabled at a time. Highlight an effect and press Select to choose a different one. Blank: shows an empty screen. Mute: turns off all sound. Effect Key Aspect Ratio: sets the ratio of the image width to image height. Source: cycles through the available sources. Auto Image: causes computer sources to be reacquired. Freeze: pauses the projected image.
Network: The projector has an RJ45 Ethernet connector that supports network connections and TCP/IP protocols. This will allow for the control and management of the projector over a corporate network. The following fields are accessible when DHCP is not checked and available for manual entry of data. Network Network Info IP Address: Identifies the projector on the network. Subnet mask: Separates the network address part of the IP address. Default gateway: The IP address of the local router.
Maintenance clean the lens with a soft dry cloth and non-abrasive cleaner Cleaning the lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2 Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion. If you don’t intend to use the projector immediately, replace the lens cap.
Replacing the projection lamp The lamp hour timer in the About menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. When the specified end of the lamp’s life is reached, the message “Replace lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup and in the Interactive Display. You can order new lamp modules from your dealer. See “Accessories” on page 41 for information. About menu audio in trigger R 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable.
WARNINGS: • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp. • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury. • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness. • Be extremely careful when removing the lamp housing. In the unlikely event that the lamp ruptures, small glass fragments may be generated. The lamp module is designed to contain most of these fragments, but use caution when removing it.
Cleaning the dust filter 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. audio in trigger R network mouse 2 Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. USB computer 1 computer 2 monitor out computer 3 serial control L audio in turn off and unplug the projector computer in I O WARNING: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you clean or replace the dust filter. wait 60 minutes 3 Turn the projector upside down and remove the lamp door.
Appendix Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Part Number Shipping Box (with packaging) Optional Accessories Part Number Shipping Case (ATA approved) CA-ATA-017 Projector Mount SP-CEIL-005-B False Ceiling Plate for Projector Mount SP-LTMT-PLT SP-LTMT-EXTP 111-0033-xx Extension Arm for Projector Mount 26” - 47” Protective Cover 110-0710-xx Short Throw Lens LENS-020 Computer Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) 516-0062-xx Long Throw Lens LENS-021 Audio/Video Cable 6 ft (1.
Red LED behavior and projector errors Projected image size Table 3: Image sizes for standard lens If the projector is not functioning properly and the red LED is blinking, consult Table 2 to determine a possible cause. There are two second pauses between the blinking cycles. Visit our website for more details on the red LED error codes. See the inside back cover for contact information. Distance to screen (feet/m) 5/1.52 8/2.44 12/3.66 16/4.88 20/6.1 30/9.14 33/10.
Table 5: Image sizes for short throw lens (fixed focus) Distance to screen (feet/m) 3/.91 5/1.52 8/2.44 12/3.66 16/4.88 20/6.1 Width (feet/m) 2.5/.76 4.17/1.27 6.67/2.03 10/3.05 13.33/4.06 16.67/5.08 NOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator.
Contrast 12, 15 custom logo startup screen 34 customer service contact information 23 Numerics 1024x768 resolution 5 A About 35 Aspect Ratio 35 audio 26 Audio In connector 7, 13 audio volume 15 Auto Image 35 Auto Power 33 D Default gateway 36 DHCP 36 Display Messages 33 displaying computer image 9 PiP 35 video image 14 Drivers 10 USB 11 Windows 98 11 dust filter, cleaning 40 B Blank 35 blinking green 16 blinking red 16 Brightness 12 C cables optional 41 standard 41 changing the lens 37 cleaning the dust
I image display computer 9 display video 14 image does not fit screen 20 image not centered 23 image not sharp 20 image not square 20 image reversed 21 image size matrix 42 image upside down 21 Info network 36 IP Address 36 M Main menu 29 menu system 29 Monitor connector 7 mouse, using your 7 Mute 35 N Network 36 Network connector 8 Network Info 36 no computer image 18 no startup screen 17 O only startup screen appears 17 optional accessories 41 K Keystone 12, 15 P Picture in Picture 35 Picture menu 30 P
R Rear 33 remote control 25 not working 19 replacing the lamp 38 RS-232 cable 8 connecting 6 V Video button 14 video connections optional 13 standard 13 Video connector 13 video images optimizing 28 S screen trigger 6 security lock 40 serial connection 6 Settings menu 33 shutdown projector 16 solid green 16 solid red 16 Source 35 Source troubleshooting 17 Sources 33 standard accessories projector 41 Subnet mask 36 S-video connector 13 W warranty 23, 47 Windows 2000 11 Windows 98 10 Windows ME, XP 11 X XG
InFocus shall have no further obligation under the foregoing Limited Warranty if the Product has been damaged due to abuse, misuse, neglect, smoke exposure (cigarette or otherwise), accident, unusual physical or electrical stress, unauthorized modifications (including use of an unauthorized mount), tampering, alterations, or service other than by InFocus or its authorized agents, causes other than from ordinary use or failure to properly use the Product in the application for which said Product was intended
Upon request of InFocus Corporation or an authorized repair center for InFocus, proof of legal import must accompany the warranty repair Product, otherwise the Product must be returned to the place of original purchase, to the manufacturer (Purchaser must bear all tax, duty and freight), or the Purchaser must bear charges for the warranty repair. Limited Warranty Period The Limited Warranty periods hereof commence on the date of purchase by the end-user customer.
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