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FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions iii Introduction Image Resolution Compatibility Unpacking the Projector Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance Warranty 1 1 1 1 3 4 4 Setting up the Projector Connecting a Computer Connecting a Video Player Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image Turning Off the Projector 5 7 10 11 12 Using the Projector Basic Image Adjustment Using the Remote Control Adjusting the Projector Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons Remote only buttons Keypad LEDs Using the
T a ii b l e o f C o n t e n t s Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cleaning the Lens Cleaning the Air Filters Replacing the Projection Lamp Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control Using the Kensington Lock Troubleshooting 29 29 29 31 33 33 34 Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size 39 39 40 42 46 47 Index 49
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please save all safety instructions. Safety Definitions: • Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury.
S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s Safety Terms: • Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the lamp is turned on. •Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the projector off by unplugging the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 60 minutes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions provided in this User’s Guide. •Warning: Please use the power cord provided. Connect the power cord to a receptacle with a protective safety (earth) ground terminal. •Warning: Visible laser radiation.
INTRODUCTION The InFocus® LP770™ multimedia projector combines powerful and sophisticated features with easy-to-use, intuitive controls. Built-in multimedia features include audio, a palette of 16.7 million colors and active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. It delivers crisp, clear XGA 1024x768 images. The LP770 is ideal for high-performance business, training and imaging applications that demand exceptional color quality.
I n t r o d u c t i o n NOTE: The contents of your 1 shipping box may vary depending on the projector configuration you’ve ordered. 2 3 4 5 9 8 6 10 7 FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents 2 1. LP770 projector + lens cap 7. Audio cable 2. User’s Guide and quick start card 8. Composite video cable 3. Power cord 9. PS/2 mouse cable 4. Remote control, batteries, and cable 10. USB mouse cable 5. VESA computer cable 6.
keypad speaker connector panel speaker remote sensor elevator foot FIGURE 2 Projector overview Usage Guidelines • Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes. • Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on. • Handle the projector as you would any product with glass components.
I n t r o d u c t i o n If You Need Assistance The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 34. Or, check the Service and Support section of our website at www.infocus.com/service. If those sources don’t answer your question, call your InFocus dealer. You can also call InFocus Customer Service directly at 1-800-799-9911. Call between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday.
SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface. • The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer. • If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the projector behind your screen. See “Image Reverse” on page 24 to reverse the image. 2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r remote control NOTE: Before you continue, computer inputs make sure the projector is RS-232 USB unplugged and your equipment is turned off. If you’re connecting a computer, make sure the distance video inputs between it and the projector is 6 power feet or less.
Connecting a Computer 1 (Desktop models only) Locate the cable that connects your monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the VESA computer cable into the video connector on your computer. 3 Plug the other end of the VESA computer cable into the Computer 1 or 2 In connector on the projector. NOTE: Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a secondary display device such as a projector is connected.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? If your computer has a USB connector and is running Windows 98, use the USB mouse cable. NOTE: The USB mouse is supported for use with Windows 98 only. 1 Plug the one end of the USB mouse cable into the mouse connector on your computer. 2 Plug the other end of the USB mouse cable into the USB connector on the projector.
FIGURE 7 Connecting a mouse via the PS/2 connector If your Macintosh computer has an ADB connector, use the ADB mouse adapter and the RS-232 cable. 1 Plug one end of the ADB mouse adapter into the mouse connector on your computer. NOTE: You do not need to restart 2 Plug the other end of the ADB mouse adapter into the RS-232 cable. your computer after connecting a 3 Plug the other end of the RS-232 cable into the RS-232 connector on the projector. gable).
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r Connecting a Video Player The LP770 has 3 different connections for video players: S-video, composite video, and BNC (the S-video and BNC connections require cables not included with the LP770). 1 If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, plug the composite video cable’s yellow connector into the “video-out” connector on your video player. This connector may be labeled “To Monitor.
4 Plug the audio cable’s white connector into the Left Audio connector on the projector; plug the audio cable’s red connector into the Right Audio connector on the projector. The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, and SECAM. It automatically adjusts to optimize its performance for the incoming video. See “Video Signal” on page 26 for details.
S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r 6 Turn on your computer. NOTE: With some computers, the order in which you power up the equipment is very important. Most computers should be turned on last, after all other peripherals have been turned on. Refer to your computer’s documentation to determine the correct order. • The computer image should display on the projection screen.
USING THE PROJECTOR This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote buttons and the options available from the on-screen menus. Basic Image Adjustment 1 Make sure you have powered up your equipment in the right order (page 11). 2 If the image doesn’t display completely, adjust the height and tilt of the projector (page 15), zoom the image (page 15), or center the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position (page 27).
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r disk mouse right click button FIGURE 10 Remote control NOTE: To control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad, you must connect the mouse cable to the projector. See page 8 for details. Press anywhere on the edge of the disk mouse to move the cursor on the screen. You can move the cursor at any angle by pressing the corresponding edge of the disk.
Adjusting the Projector To focus the image, press the Zoom/Focus button on the remote or keypad. “Focus” appears on the screen. Press the adjacent “+” or “-” buttons until the image is clear. To zoom the image, press the Zoom/Focus button again. “Zoom” appears on the screen. Press the “+” or “-” buttons to adjust the size of the image. This adjusts the size without affecting focus. The projector is equipped with self-locking, quick-release elevator feet and buttons (Figure 11).
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons This section provides a reference to the keypad and remote buttons.
Auto Position Press this button to have the projector automatically re-adjust a computer image. It adjusts horizontal and vertical position, fine sync, and tracking. NOTE: Some screen savers inter- Computer experiencing problems, try turning When you have more than one source (computer 1 or 2 or video) connected to the projector, select between them by pressing the button for the source you want. fere with Auto Position. If you’re your screen saver off. Press Computer to display your computer image.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Press Video to display the image from your video player. Press Video again to toggle between video 1 and video 2. Zoom/Focus To focus the image, press the Zoom/Focus button on the remote or keypad. “Focus” appears on the screen. Press the adjacent “+” or “-” buttons until the image is clear. To zoom the image, press the Zoom/Focus button again. “Zoom” appears on the screen. Press the adjacent “+” or “-” buttons to adjust the size of the image.
Volume + or • To increase the volume, press +. The volume control bar appears on the screen. The bar disappears 10 seconds after you release the volume buttons. • To decrease the volume, press -. Volume adjustments are saved for each source you have connected. NOTE: Volume adjustments are Keypad LEDs not available while the menus are The keypad has 3 LED lights that indicate the current status of the projector. See Troubleshooting on page 34 for details on LED behavior.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has five menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustments aren’t available directly from the keypad or remote. To open the on-screen menus, press the Menu button on the remote or keypad. Press Menu again when you want to close the menus and save any changes.
Picture Menu FIGURE 16 Picture menu Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image. • Press the left arrow button to decrease the contrast. • Press the right arrow button to increase the contrast, making the blacks appear blacker and the whites appear whiter. Brightness Adjusting the brightness changes the intensity of the image.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r FIGURE 17 Color temperature sub-menu Sharpness The sharpness setting adjusts the edges of a computer image. • Press the left arrow button to decrease the sharpness. • Press the right arrow button to increase the sharpness. Tint The tint adjusts the red and green color balance in the projected image from a video source. It is not available for computer images. • Press the left arrow button to increase the amount of green in the image.
Audio Menu FIGURE 18 Audio menu Bass The bass setting controls the low frequencies of your audio source. • Press the left arrow button to decrease the bass. • Press the right arrow button to increase the bass. Bass adjustments are saved for each source you have connected. NOTE: Bass and treble adjustments do not affect external speakers. Treble The treble setting controls the high frequencies of your audio source. • Press the left arrow button to decrease the treble.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Installation Menu FIGURE 19 Installation menu Image Reverse NOTE: To order the LP770 Ceiling Mount, see “Optional Accessories” on page 41. Use this option to change the projection for ceiling mounted or rear projection installations. • Press the right arrow once to reverse the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen R . • Press the right arrow again to reverse and turn the image R upside down for ceiling-mounted rear projection .
Auto Power Off This option lets you select how long the lamp stays on after no source is detected. After the specified time, the lamp goes out and the projector enters standby mode. Select 0 to cancel this function. Test Signal Turn this on to display a test signal. Remove the test signal by pressing the Enter button. Option Menu FIGURE 20 Option menu Menu Position This option lets you display the menus in either the upper left or lower right corner of the screen.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Cinema Mode NOTE: Use this feature only when viewing movies. Images from other sources may be degraded. This option corrects line gaps and reduces the flicker in DVD and LaserDisk movie images using an S-video connection. Select Auto (for movie images) or Off. Video Signal When Video standard is set to Auto, the projector attempts to automatically select the video standard (NTSC, NTSC 4.
Signal Menu FIGURE 21 Signal menu Horizontal Position Highlight Horizontal Position, then press the left arrow button to move the image left or press the right arrow button to move the image right. NOTE: Some screen savers interfere with signal detection. If you’re experiencing problems, try turning Positioning adjustments are saved when you power off the projector. your screen saver off.
U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Tracking sources. The projector sets these The projector adjusts tracking automatically to match the video signal from your computer. However, if the display shows evenly spaced, fuzzy, vertical lines or if the projected image is too wide or too narrow for the screen, try adjusting the tracking manually by highlighting Tracking, then pressing either arrow button repeatedly until the fuzzy vertical bars are gone.
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING This section describes how to: •clean the lens •clean the air filters •replace the projection lamp •replace the batteries in the remote •use the Kensington lock feature •troubleshoot the projector Cleaning the Lens Follow these steps to clean the projection lens: 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner. • Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens.
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g filter doors FIGURE 23 Filter doors 2 Turn the projector over and remove the larger filter door. • Press the door’s tab and lift out. tab FIGURE 24 Removing the filter door 3 Remove the filter from the filter door. 4 Wash the filter. • Use water with a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and let it dry completely 5 Place the filter on the door, then install the door into the projector. 6 Remove the smaller filter.
FIGURE 25 Removing the filter door 7 Use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the filter, then reinstall the filter. Replacing the Projection Lamp The average life of the lamp is 2,000 hours. When the lamp has been in use for 1,500 hours, the lamp LED alternately blinks green and red. After 1,900 hours, the word “LAMP!” appears on the screen for one minute. After 2,000 hours, the lamp shuts off automatically. The projector cannot be used until you replace the lamp and reset the lamp timer.
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g lamp module screws FIGURE 27 Removing the screws on the lamp module 5 Lift up the metal handle and pull the module out (Figure 28). FIGURE 28 Removing the lamp module WARNING: Do not drop the 6 Install the new lamp module, being sure to align the connectors properly. lamp module or touch the glass 7 Tighten the screws on the outside of the module.
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control The life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you use the remote. Symptoms of low battery charge include erratic responses when using the remote and a reduced range of operation. Follow these steps to replace the batteries: 1 Turn the remote face down in your hand. 2 Slide the battery cover off the end of the remote. 3 Remove the old batteries and dispose of them in an environmentally proper manner. 4 Install two new AA alkaline batteries.
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Troubleshooting LED indicators NOTE: If you accidentally use the Main power switch to turn the projector off while the lamp is on or still cooling, allow the projector to cool for 10 minutes before attempting to turn it back on. Problem: Nothing on projection screen •Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a fully functional AC electrical outlet.
Problem: Color or text not being projected •You might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the text is visible. Refer to “Brightness” on page 21 for more information. Problem: The screen resolution is not right •Make sure the computer’s video card is set for a resolution of no greater than 1024x768. Problem: Image isn’t centered on the screen •Move the projector to reposition the image. •Reposition the image using the software.
M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen •Adjust the zoom or projector placement. •Adjust the resolution of your video card if it’s greater than 1280x1024. Problem: Image is out of focus •Use the Focus/Zoom button to focus the image. •Make sure the projection screen is at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from the projector. •Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
Problem: Projected colors don’t match the computer or video player’s colors •Just as there are differences in the displays of different monitors, there are often differences between the computer image and the projected image. Adjust the brightness, tint and/or contrast from the Picture menu. See “Brightness” on page 21, “Color” on page 22 and “Contrast” on page 21. Problem: Lamp seems to be getting dimmer •The lamp begins to lose brightness when it has been in use for a long time.
APPENDIX Specifications The LP770 must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Temperature Operating Humidity Operating and non-oper. 41 to 104° F (5 to 40° C) at sea level 95° F (354° C) maximum at 9,000 feet 30% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing Dimensions 15 x 11.8 x 5.6 inches (38.1 x 30 x 14.2 cm) Weight 13 lbs. (6.0 kg) unpacked Altitude Operating Non-operating 0 to 9,000 feet (2,743 meters) 0 to 40,000 feet (12,192 meters) Optics Focus Range 5.
A p p e n d i x Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Part Number Quick Start card 009-0458-xx User’s Guide 010-0222-xx Easy Carry Case CA-C180 Shipping Box 110-0295-xx VESA Computer Cable 210-0170-xx Composite Video Cable 210-0167-xx Audio Cable 210-0168-xx USB Mouse Cable 210-0179-xx RS-232 Cable 210-0183-xx PS/2 adapter 210-0050-xx Remote 590-0308-xx Remote Cable NOTE: Use only InFocusapproved accessories.
Optional Accessories LP770 Deluxe Carry Case CA-C180 NOTE: You can purchase these LP770 Shipping Case (ATA approved) CA-C184 items by contacting your dealer or LP770 Deluxe Travel Case CA-C182 InFocus Catalog Sales at Macintosh Adaptor SP-MACADPT 1-800-660-0024.
A p p e n d i x Portable and Laptop Activation Chart NOTE: Visit our website at www.infocus.com for the most current activation chart. It is located in the Technical Library. Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a projector is connected. Activation commands for some laptop computers are listed in the following table. (If your computer is not listed or the given command does not work, refer to the computer’s documentation for the appropriate command.
Computer Key command to activate port Key command to de-activate port Compaq* ** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt-> FN-F4 FN-F4 automatic automatic mode/? (for setup option) mode/? (for setup option) automatic automatic Alt-F for screen setup option Alt-F for screen setup option Data General Ctrl-Alt-Command Ctrl-Alt-Command Data General Walkabout 2 CRT/X at DOS prompt reboot Datavue Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Shift-M Dell** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt-> Ctrl-Alt-F10 Ctrl-Alt-F10 FN-F8 (CRT/LCD) FN-F8 Com
A p p e n d i x Computer Key command to activate port Key command to de-activate port IBM ThinkPad** reboot, enter setup menu FN-F2 FN-F7, select choice from setup menu FN-F1, select choice FN-F5, select choice PS/2 SC select choice (CRT, LCD, etc.
Computer Key command to activate port Key command to de-activate port Packard Bell** FN-F2 FN-F2 Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt-> Panasonic FN-F2 FN-F2 Samsung* setup screen option setup screen option Sanyo setup screen option setup screen option Sharp dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD Sun SPARCDataview Ctrl-Shift-M Ctrl-Shift-M Tandy** Ctrl-Alt-Insert Ctrl-Alt-Insert setup screen option setup screen option Texas Instruments* setup screen option setup screen option Top-Link* ** setup
A p p e n d i x Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer When you turn video mirroring (called SimulScan in newer PowerBooks—see below) on, the projector displays the same information that appears on your PowerBook’s built-in screen. When video mirroring is off, the projector acts like a separate display. To turn on video mirroring for the first time: 1 Open the Monitors control panel; click on Monitor 2. 2 Set the number of colors you want.
Projected Image Size NOTE: Use the graph and tables to help you determine projected image sizes. FIGURE 30 Projected image size Table 1: Image Size, Width and Height for LP770-maximum zoom Diagonal (inches) 40 60 100 140 180 Height (inches) 24 36 60 84 108 Width (inches) 32 48 80 112 144 Distance to Screen (inches) 61 92 155 218 281 NOTE: Visit our website at www.infocus.com for an interactive image size calculator. It is located in the Technical Library in the Service and Support section.
C INDEX cables audio 7 A composite video 10 accessories, ordering 40, 41 mouse 8 activation commands for laptop com- ordering 40 power 40 puters 42 S-video 41 adjusting bass 23 cases, ordering 40 brightness 21 ceiling-mounted projection 24 color 22 Cinema Mode 26 contrast 21 Clamp Position/Width 28 tint 22 cleaning the projection lens 29 volume 19 color temperature 21 adjusting the height of the projector 15 color, adjusting 22 altitude limits 39 colors don’t match monitor colors 3
I n d e x F L fine sync 27 lamp fuzzy lines 28 hour counter 32 ordering 40 H replacing 31 HDTV 11 Hold Begin/End 28 turns off unexpectedly 37 lamp hour counter 32 Language 26 I laptop computers IBM-compatible computers activation sequence to allow compatibility 1 secondary display 42 connecting 7 compatibility 7 icons on the projector 16 image adjusting 11, 13 connecting IBM-compatible 7 laser pointer 18 LEDs 19, 34 lens centering 13, 27 cap 40 colors don’t match computer’s 37 foc
O R on-screen menus remote control displaying 20 laser pointer 14, 18 making changes to menu replacing the batteries 33 functions 20 removing from the screen 20 Option menu options using 13 replacing projection lamp module 31 re-positioning the image on the screen Cinema Mode 26 27 Language 26 resetting the lamp hour counter 32 Menu Position 25 resolution 1 Mode Display 25 Splash Screen 25 S Video Signal 26 safety guidelines iii SECAM video 26 P security feature 33 P in P audio 23 sha
I n d e x T V Technical Support vertical lines displayed 28, 36 in Europe 4 VESA computer cable 7 in Singapore 4 Video button 17 in USA 4 video mirroring on a PowerBook 46 information to have on hand before you call 37 video standards 26 volume temperature limits 39 adjusting 19 test pattern 35 Test Signal 25 muting 17 Volume buttons 19 text not visible 35 tint, adjusting 22 W Tracking 28 warranty 41 troubleshooting 34 turning off sound and image 17 turning off the projector 12 turn
LIMITED WARRANTY InFocus (“InFocus”) warrants that each LP770 (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of InFocus. 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 or resale. The product may contain recycled components that are in new condition.
Part Number 010-0222-00
