Declaration of Conformity FCC Warning Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 13190 SW 68th Parkway, Suite 200, Portland, Oregon 97223-8368 USA This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Table of Contents Introduction Positioning the projector Connecting a computer source VGA connection HDMI connection Connecting power Optional computer connections Displaying an image Adjusting the image Connecting a video device Video device connections Composite video connection VGA connection Component video connection S-video connection Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setup Using the remote control Using the audio Using the keypad buttons Optimizing computer images Presentation features
Important Operating Considerations for Safety • Refer to this guide for proper startup and shutdown procedures. • Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the projector. • Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15 degrees off axis. • Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2m) away from any heating or cooling vents. • Do not block ventilation openings. Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without obstructions to intake or exhaust vents.
Introduction Your new digital projector is simple to connect, easy to use, and straightforward to maintain. It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for business presentations and home video viewing too. IN3128HD has native 1920 x 1080 resolution. It is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices. zoom focus keypad Product specifications To read the latest specifications on your multimedia projector, be sure to visit our website at www.infocus.
Connector panel The projector provides both computer and video connection options, including: • HDMI (2) • VGA computer (2) • Component video • S-video • Composite video • Monitor out (for external monitors) • Audio inputs (1 RCA; 2 3.
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. It must be at least 48” (1.2m) from the projection screen.
Connecting a computer source to Computer 1 and the desktop’s monitor cable to the Monitor out connector on the projector. VGA connection Connect one end of the provided computer cable to the Computer 1/Computer 2 connector on the projector and the other to the VGA connector 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.
Displaying an image press Power button Press the Power button. The Power LED lights blue, and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays. It can take up to a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. No start up screen? Get help on page 12. Turn on your computer or video device. turn on computer or video device The image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Source button on the projector’s keypad or remote.
Adjusting the image adjust height If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by pressing the elevator foot release button to extend the foot. If necessary, rotate the leveling feet located at the rear of the projector. elevator foot release button leveling feet adjust distance Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. See page 6 for a table listing screen sizes and distances. adjust zoom and focus Adjust the zoom or focus.
Connecting a video device VGA connection If your video device has a 15-pin VGA output, plug one end of the included computer cable into the VGA connector on your video source. This connector may be labeled “To Monitor” on the video source. Plug the computer cable into either the Computer 1 or Computer 2 connector on the projector. You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector.
Shutting down the projector The Status Indicator Panel on top of the projector indicates the state of the projector and can help you troubleshoot. Table 2: Status indicator light behavior and meaning Auto Off Time The projector also has an Auto Off Time feature that automatically turns the projector off after no active sources are detected and no user interaction with the projector is performed for 30 minutes. By default, this feature is off. You can change the length of time, see page 27.
Problem Solution Result No start up screen Plug power cord into the projector press power button Correct image Startup Screen Only start up screen appears Press the Source button activate laptop’s external port Computer image projected Startup Screen A A A Restart laptop 12
Problem No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Solution Result Press the Auto Image button on remote Adjust computer refresh rate (Windows 7: Control Panel > Display > Screen Resolution > Advanced Settings > Adapter tab). Varies per operating system.
Problem Solution Change the computer's "Resolution" setting to match the projector's resolution (Windows 7: Control Panel > Display > Screen Resolution). Varies per operating system. Image fuzzy or cropped A Image not centered on screen Result Image clear and not cropped A A Correct image Move projector, adjust height ( PC ) Phase Tracking Horz Position Vert Position Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Advanced Menu > Image > PC menu Previous 14 MDL: IN3128HD FW: 0.
Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust Keystone on keypad Square image Image not sharp Adjust Sharpness in the Basic Menu ( Basic Menu ) Aspect Ratio Auto Image Brightness Contrast Auto Keystone Keystone Presets Sharpness Volume Microphone Volume Ceiling Mount Correct image MDL: IN3128HD FW: 0.
Problem Solution Image upside down Result Turn off Ceiling Mount in Basic menu A ( Basic Menu ) Correct image MDL: IN3128HD FW: 0.
Problem Solution Result The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation does not play on the screen Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop Embedded video plays correctly A A B A B Lamp won’t turn on, the projector is overheating Make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector and allow it to cool for one minute Lamp turns on Startup Screen Overheating indicator 17 B
Problem Solution Result “Replace lamp” message appears at startup, lamp won’t turn on Lamp must be replaced (see page 40) Lamp turns on lamp door replace lamp Still need assistance? If you need assistance, visit our website at www.infocus.com/support or call us. See the Warranty/Safety booklet for support contact information. This product is backed by a limited warranty. An extended warranty plan may be purchased from your dealer.
Using the remote control • • • • • • • • • • • The remote uses two (2) AAA batteries (not provided). They are easily installed by removing the cover from the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. Caution: • • When replacing the remote batteries, be aware that using batteries other than AAA batteries may risk severe damage to the remote. When disposing of the batteries, be sure to do so in an enviromentally proper manner.
Using the audio connect PC audio cable Using the projector’s speakers Connect the audio source to the Audio 1, Audio 2 or Audio L/R connectors to hear audio through the projector speakers. You may use the projector’s speakers by connecting a microphone to the Microphone input connector. Amplified speakers may also be connected to the projector using the Audio Out connector. connect video source audio cable To adjust the volume, press the Volume buttons on the remote.
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 and off (page 8). Auto–resynchronize the projector to the source. Menu–opens the onscreen menus (page 24). Enter–acts as a Select button in the OSD menu and is used for USB storage device operation (page 37).
Optimizing computer images Presentation features After the projector is running 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 24. Several features are provided to make giving presentations easier. Here is an overview, details are found in the menu section. • • • • • • • Select default image settings using a preset appropriate to your environment. Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness (page 25).
Optimizing video images Customizing the projector After your 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 24. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Color, or Tint (page 25). • Change the Aspect Ratio. Choose the option that best fits your input source (page 25). • Select a Sharpness setting (page 25). • Adjust the Color Temperature. Select a listed warmth value (page 26).
Using the menus 1 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.) Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to review the menu options. 2 To enter a submenu, highlight the desired submenu and press Enter on the keypad or remote. 3 To adjust a menu setting, highlight the desired menu option and press < or > to keypad navigation buttons scroll through the available adjustments.
Basic Menu Basic Menu To adjust the following settings, highlight the setting, use the right and left arrows to adjust the values. Aspect Ratio: 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. Select Auto to have the projector choose the ratio. Choose Native to see the unmodified input with no resizing by the projector. Select 16:9 to watch enhanced widescreen DVDs. Auto Image: resets the projector to the source.
Advanced Menu Advanced Menu Setup: Audio Setup... ( Advanced Menu ) Image Setup Status/Service Computer 1: selects the audio input for Computer in 1 signal. MDL: IN3128HD FW: 0.10 Computer 2: selects the audio input for Computer in 2 signal. Color PC Video Video Source: selects the audio input for video source. Basic Menu HDMI 1: select the audio input for HDMI 1signal. HDMI 2: select the audio input for HDMI 2 signal. Closed Captioning... Closed Captions: controls closed captioning.
• Source Info: the default action. Shows the Source Info menu. • Projector Info: shows the Projector Info menu. remote or keypad to enter the correct 4-button press sequence. The default code is Left/Right/Up/Down. • Overscan: removes noise around the image. To change the PIN: • AV Mute: enables or disables AV Mute function. • Closed Captions: enables or disables Closed Captions. Select “Change PIN...” in the Advanced Menu > Setup > PIN settings menu. Enter the existing PIN. Enter the new PIN.
Network Menu • ( Network ) Wired LAN Wireless LAN Network Restart MAC Address The Subnet Mask “0.0.0.0” is prohibited. Default Gateway: A server (or router) to communicate across networks (subnets) that are divided by a Subnet Mask. This function can only be used when DHCP is set to Off. DNS: Setup DNS server address when DHCP is disabled. Apply: Save and execute the wired network settings. Wireless LAN MDL: IN3128HD FW: 0.10 Execute 00:08:0C:04:10:48 Previous Status: Display the projector’s status.
Controlling the projector through a LAN environment • If you need to connect to the projector in its standby mode, set the Power Saving Mode feature to Off. If you are in a non-DHCP environment: The projector supports Crestron® software. With correct settings for the Network menu, you can manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network. 1 Repeat steps 1-2 above.
Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Wireless connection InFocus wireless dongle (p/n SP-WIFIUSB) Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector. • If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer, make sure it is version 7.0 or higher. • The screenshots in this manual are for reference only, and may differ depending on your browser.
iii. The Crestron (eControl) page displays the Crestron eControl user interface. See page 31 for details. About Crestron e-Control ® 1 The Crestron e-Control® page provides a variety of virtual keys to control the 3 To access the Admin page, enter the password. The default password is “admin”. If you forget the password, please go to Advanced Menu > Setup > Network > Network Restart to restore the password to the default code. projector or adjust the projector’s image.
Please pay attention to the input length and character limitations (including character and punctuation restrictions) listed below: Category Item ii iii Crestron Control i Projector Network Configuration User Password i. ii. iii. This area is only used with a Crestron Control System. Please contact Creston or refer to the Crestron user manual for setup information.
Crestron RoomView 3 The Info page displays the information and status of this projector. From the Crestron RoomView software in the Edit Room page, enter the IP Address (or hostname) as shown on the projector’s on-screen display (OSD) menu, “05” for IPID, and “41794” for the reserved Crestron control port. Press exit to go back to the Crestron remote network operation page.
Displaying images through ifPresenter ii. Downloading and installing ifPresenter The ifPresenter is an application which can run on the host PC. It helps connect your computer to an available network projector and transfer the desktop content to the network projector via local network connection. 1 Enter the main page of Network Control. See steps 1-2 on page 30 for details. iii. • If you are a first time user, choose your identity as a Normal user or Administrator. Neither requires a password.
5 The Advanced Setting page allows you to configure ifPresenter. 4 The Basic Setting page allows you to configure ifPresenter. i. ii. iii. iv. v. i. To change the ifPresenter interface language, click the down arrow to reveal a drop-down list and select a desired language. Click Apply. Users can change the size parameters of the frame in FixedSize capture mode by modifying width and height on this page and click Apply to make changes take effect.
6 You can manage the connected projectors listed under Device Management. • Icon For details about the icons, please see the following: Description Icon Description You are a standard user and cannot change the password. Disconnects from the projector. You are an administrator and can change the password. Opens the web page of the Network Control. You are in control of the projector. Someone else is controlling the projector. You are an administrator. You are a standard user.
Displaying pictures with a USB storage device • The projector has a built-in application which can display images from a USB storage device. It can eliminate the need for a computer source. To open a file, highlight the file and press Enter. Press Enter again to close the file. • To go back to the previous screen, select the thumbnail with an up arrow in the top left corner of the screen, and press Enter. To exit when you are displaying an image, press Enter or Menu > Thumbnail.
• • • approximately 8 seconds. Delay 5 displays each image for approximately 13 seconds. NOTE: The actual display time varies based on the file size. • Slide Right/Slide Up/Right Down/XLines/YLines/Blocks: Sets the way the slide show is displayed. • Repeat On/Off: Sets whether to repeat the slide shows. • • • When viewing full screen images • • Some USB flash drives may not work correctly with the projector. A security-enabled USB flash drive is not supported.
Maintenance Cleaning the lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Projector must be off and the lens must be at room temperature. • 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. WARNINGS: • Turn the projector off and unplug power cord before cleaning any part of the projector.
Replacing the projection lamp Hg – Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org. The Lamp Hours timer in the Projector Info menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. Twenty hours before the lamp life expires, the message “Replace lamp” displays on the screen at startup. • NOTE: Be sure to use the InFocus lamp module designed for this projector. You can order new lamps from www.infocus.com (in select areas), your retailer or your dealer.
1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. turn off and unplug projector 2 Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool thoroughly. wait 60 minutes 3 Remove the lamp door, located on top of the projector, by removing the screws on either side of the lamp door, sliding the door forward, and lifting the lamp door off. 4 Loosen the captive screws that attach the lamp housing to the projector.
INDEX Freeze Screen 26 A Gamma 26 G Apply 28 Aspect Ratio 25 Audio In Computer connector 7 Auto Image 25 Auto Keystone 25 Auto Off Time 27 Auto Source 27 AV Mute 27 H B Keypad 27 Keypad buttons 21 Keystone 25 HDTV 25 High Altitude Setting 27 Horz/Vert Position 26 I ifPresenter 30 IP Address 28 K Blank Key 26 Blank Screen 26 Brightness 25 L C Lamp Low Power 27 LAN 29 Cable box 10 Ceiling Mount 26 Closed Captions 26, 27 Computer In connector 7 Connecting Video device 10 Connection Mode 28 Cont
Z Positioning 6 Setting up 6 Troubleshooting problems 11 Projector Info 27, 28 Zoom 9 R Rear Project 26 Remote control 19 Resetting the projector 28 S Screen Aspect 10 Search Screen 27 Service 28 Set Black Level...
