InFocus LP 740 User's Manual
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1. System reset Reverts to factory defaults Image control Auto setup start 25 0 r Balance Submenu gt Save Exit Cancel SUB MENU FUNCTION Auto Setup start O ptimizes image automatically for computer Sources Sync Adjusts synchronization Track Adjusts tracking Contrast Adjusts contrast Brightness Adjusts brightness Auto Adjust If you select ON the projector automatically peri odically adjusts the sync and tracking of the image Resize Changes the image size to standard size or full size H Position Adjusts the horizontal position of the image V Position Adjusts the vertical position of the image H Size Adjusts the horizontal size of the image V Size Adjusts the vertical size of the image Color Balance R Contrast Adjusts the red contrast G Contrast Adjusts the green contrast B Contrast Adjusts the blue contrast R Bright Adjusts the red brightness G Bright Adjusts the green brightness B Bright Adjusts the blue brightness Video only adjustments Color Adjusts color Tint Adjusts tint Sharpness Adjusts the definition of the outline of the image Signal type Selects signal type from NTSC PAL or SECAM If the projector cannot automatically select the signal type you can select it manually with this menu 19 Proje c t or Audio control AUDIO CONTROL Volume 242. TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Summary Introduction Image Resolution Compatibility Unpacking the Projector Usage Guidelines If You Need Assistance Warranty Setting up the Projector Connecting a Computer Connecting a Video Player Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image Turning Off the Projector Using the Projector Basic Image Adjustment Adjusting the Projector Using the Remote and Keypad Buttons Using the On Screen Menus Image control Custom setup Information Maintenance amp Troubleshooting Cleaning the Lens Cleaning the Fan Intake Filter Replacing the Projection Lamp Troubleshooting T a b o c o ntent i s Appendix Specifications Accessories Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer Projected Image Size RS 232 Terminal Specifications Index 33 33 34 35 40 41 43 SAFETY SUMMARY Please read these instructions carefully before using your LP 740 Failure to comply with them could result in fire electrical shock personal injury or damage to equipment These graphics are used throughout this manual to draw your attention to important information about the projectors 6 NOTE Additional useful details or tips fj CAUTION Steps to take to avoid damage to your equipment q WARNING Steps to take to avoid personal injury These graphics are used on the projector s labels A Attention Refer to this User s Guide
3. Austin Ctrl Alt comma Ctrl Alt comma Award FN F6 FN F6 BCC auto matic reboot computer Bondwell LCD or CRT optionsafter reboot for LCD or CRT bootup options to appear Chaplet setup screen setup screen FN F6 FN F6 FN F4 FN F4 Chembook FN F6 FN F6 Commax Ctrl Alt 6 Ctrl Alt 5 Compaq Ctrl Alt lt Ctrl Alt gt FN F4 FN F4 auto matic auto matic mode for setup option mode for setup option Compuadd auto matic Alt F for screen setup option auto matic Alt F for screen setup option Data General Ctrl Alt C ommand Ctrl Alt C ommand Data General 2 CRT X at DOS prompt reboot Walkabout Datavue Ctrl Shift M Ctrl Shift M DEC FN F5 FN F5 FN F4 FN F4 Dell Ctrl Alt lt Ctrl Alt gt Ctrl Alt F10 Ctrl Alt F10 FN F8 CRT LCD FN F8 FN D FN D FN F12 FN F12 Digital auto matic reboot FN F2 FN F2 Dolch dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD Epson dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD Everex setup screen option setup screen option For A Ctrl Alt Shift C Ctrl Shift A It L Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de activate port Fujitsu FN F10 Gateway FN F3 FN F3 FN F1 FN F1 again simul FN F1 taneous Grid FN F2 choose auto or FN F2 simultaneous Ctrl Alt Tab Ctrl Alt Tab Hitachi FN F7 FN F7 Honeywell FN F10 FN F10 Hyundai setup screen option setup screen option IBM 970 auto matic warm reb
4. Mute IMAGE CONTROL COMP 1 2 IMAGE CONTROL VIDEO Colo 65 OFF ON Save Exit Exit More Save Exit Cancel 3 Use the Arrow buttons lt and to adjust the desired set ting vy 4 To save the new setting and return to the previous menu is ee move the cursor to Save Exit and press the Enter button To NOTE The image control menu cancel the changes in the setting move the cursor to Cancel and press the Enter button items are different for video and computer sources 17 e c t or Here is the menu structure MAIN MENU FUNCTION SUBMENU Image Control Adjusts the projected image coming from dif ferent sources Input source Computer Auto Setup Sync Tracking Contrast Brightness Auto Adjust Resize H Position V Position H Size V Size Color Balance Input source S video or Composite Color Tint Sharpness Signal type Brightness Contrast Color Balance Audio Control Adjusts quality of sound Volume Mute Right Left Balance Bass Treble Sound mode Custom setup Enables various projec tor modes and settings Menu position View Source Image mode Power Save Serial Set Smooth Mode Remote Information Users memory Displays projector infor mation Save amp Load the settings Lamp timer Input Signal System ver sion H sync V sync Resolution Save amp Load 25 user s settings
5. NOTE Use only In Focus approved accessories Other products have not been tested with the projector Accessories Standard Accessories ship with the projector Part Number LP 740 Quick Start card 009 0347 xx LP 740 User s Guide 010 0162 xx Remote control and batteries 590 0243 xx Shipping Box 110 0220 xx Projection Lamp Module SP LAMP LP740 Lens Cap 340 0460 xx AN Cable 6 ft 1 8 m 210 0053 xx S video Cable 210 0129 xx Computer Cable 210 0130 xx SUN Adaptor 210 0131 xx SUN Monitor Adaptor 210 0132 xx SGI Adaptor 210 0133 xx SGI Monitor Adaptor 210 0134 xx Power Cords one ships with projector type depends on country North American Power Cord 210 0023 xx Australian Power Cord 210 0027 xx UK Power Cord 210 0028 xx European Power Cord 210 0029 xx Danish Power Cord 210 0030 xx Swiss Power Cord 210 0031 xx Optional Accessories Soft Case CA C135 ATA Shipping Case CA C138 Ceiling Mount LiteMount 740 SP C EIL LM740 LiteMount False Ceiling Plate SP LT MT PLT LiteMount Pipe Tubing Extension SP LT MT EX T Rhapsody II Speakers SP R2SPKR JBL Subwoofer SP JBLSUB Portable Projector Stand SP STN D 24 Year Advantage Service Plan 1 year extension AS LP740 12 3 Year Advantage Service Plan 2 year extension AS LP740 24 Portable and Laptop Activation Chart Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their exter nal video port when a secondary display device such as a projec tor is connected Activation commands
6. Contrast on page 18 31 e amp Troubleshooting 32 Problem Lamp seems to be getting dimmer The lamp begins to lose brightness when it has been in use for a long time Replace the lamp as described in Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 26 Problem Lamp shuts off eA minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off Turn the projector off wait at least 2 minutes then turn it back on Before calling your dealer or In Focus Technical Support for assis tance please have the following information available ethe projector s serial number located on the bottom label ethe resolution of your computer Call In Focus Technical Support at 1 800 799 9911 between 5 a m and 5 p m PST Monday through Friday APPENDIX Specifications The LP 740 must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified Temperature O perating 0 to 35 C Non operating 10 to 60 C Humidity O perating and non oper 5 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Dimensions 13 4 x 17 5 x 8 7 inches 34 x 44 5 x 22 cm Weight 31 5 pounds 14 3 kg unpacked Altitude O perating 0 to 10 000 feet 3 048 meters Non operating 0 to 40 000 feet 12 192 meters Optics Focus Range 5 6 80 feet Lamp Type 250 watt metal halide Input Power Requirements 100 120V 220 240V 4 3A 2 3A 50 60 Hz Remote Control Batterry Two 2 AA alkaline batteries 33 Ap pend i x
7. O Bright Down Resize RES 1 Expansion On 0 Expansion O ff Source SRC 0 C omputer 1 Video 2 S video Menu MNU 1 Menu On 0 Menu O ff Zoom ZOM 1 Zoom 0 Zoom Point PNT 1 Pointer On O Pointer O ff Mask MSK 1 Mask On 0 Mask O ff Cursor CSR 0 U p 1 D own 2 Right 3 Left INDEX A accessories ordering 34 activation commands for laptop com puters 35 adjusting audio 19 image 19 volume 14 adjustments saving 23 altitude limits 33 assistance See Technical Support Audio Control 19 auto adjustments 15 B buttons on keypad 14 0 cables audio 7 composite video 8 ordering 34 power iii 34 S video 8 video 8 cleaning fan filter 25 projection lens 25 colors don t match monitor colors 31 not displayed 29 compatibility IBM compatible 1 Macintosh 1 composite video cable connecting 8 computers compatible 1 connecting IBM compatible computer 7 power cord 9 video player 8 connector panel 6 cords See cables Custom Setup 21 D displaying Information 22 displaying on screen menus 14 F filter cleaning 25 H hot surfaces iv IBM compatible computers compatibility 1 connecting 7 icons on projector labels iii on the projector 6 image adjusting 9 11 auto adjusting 15 colors don t match computer s 31 focusing 11 has lines or spots 31 masking 15 not centered 29 not displayed 29 out of focus 31 quality iv 29 32 resizing 14 resolution 1 restoring 15 reversed 31 revers
8. button 14 speakers external 34 specifications 33 S video connecting 8 T Technical Support in Europe 4 in Singapore 4 in USA 4 information to have on hand before you call 32 voiding the warranty iv temperature limits 33 test pattern 29 text not visible 29 timer lamp 22 troubleshooting 29 turning off the projector 10 turning on the projector 9 Vv vertical lines displayed 31 video mirroring on a PowerBook 40 Volume button 14 volume adjusting 14 Ww warranty iv 34 Z zooming the image 15 47
9. 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 com puter s documentation for the appropriate command On some laptops the activation function key is labeled with an icon for example O or the text CRT LCD Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de activate port Acer Ctrl Alt Esc for setup Ctrl Alt Esc for setup AST FN D or Ctrl D FN D or Ctrl D Ctrl FN D Ctrl FN D FN F5 FN F5 type from A IVGA CRT type from A IVGA C RT FN F12 FN F12 AMS FN F2 FN F2 AMT setup screen setup screen AT amp T FN F3 FN F3 FN F6 FN F6 Advanced Logic Ctrl Alt V Ctrl Alt V Research Altima Shift C trl A It C Shift C trl Alt L setup VGA setup VGA Conf Simulscan Conf Simulscan Ambra FN F12 FN F12 FN F5 FN F5 F2 C hoose O ption F5 F2 C hoose O ption F5 Amrel setup menu setup menu Shift C trl D Shift C trl D Apple see Mac Portable and Mac PowerBook Aspen auto matic auto matic NOTE Often pressing the key commands once activates the external video port pressing it again activates both the external and internal ports and pressing it a third time activates the internal port Refer to your computer s doc umentation for details on your spe cific model 35 Append Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de activate port
10. left or right or top or bottom Use the Arrow buttons to move the mask Press Mask again to remove the mask and view the entire image Restore This restores the image to its unzoomed unmasked state and removes the cursor Mute This silences the speakers To return the volume to its previous setting press the Mute again Projector 16 Using the On Screen Menus The projector has on screen menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings Most of these adjustments aren t available directly from the remote or keypad To open the on screen menus 1 Press the Menu button on the remote or keypad to display the Main Menu Image Control Computer Audio Control Custom Setup Information Users Memory Save Users Merory Load System Reset Exit 2 Press the up and down Arrow buttons to move the cursor to the desired submenu Press the Enter button to display that menu If the word More appears at the bottom of the menu move the cursor down past it using the down arrow button to see additional menu options If the word Submenu appears opposite the selected sub menu press the Enter button to open a new submenu If a scale bar or On or Off appear opposite the selected menu you can adjust the setting If arrows appear on both sides of an option use the left and right arrow buttons on the remote or keypad to cycle through the options AUDIO CONTROL Volume
11. screen deter mines the size of the projected image Figure 5 shows three projected image sizes For more information about image size see Projected Image Size on page 41 3 Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off FIGURE 5 Projected image size e c t or NOTE Before you continue make sure the projector and your equipment are turned off If you re connecting a computer make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less external speakers computer audio FIGURE 6 monitor Data Out wired remote computer Computer Data In RS 232 input Connector panel Connecting a Computer 1 Desktop models only Locate the cable that connects the monitor to your computer Unplug it from the computer 2 Plug one end of the computer cable into the video connector on your computer plug the other end into the Data In connec tor on the projector FIGURE 7 Connecting the projector to a computer Do you want to display the image on your computer s monitor as well as on the projection screen 1 Plug the monitor cable into the Data Out connector on the projector Do you want to play your computer s audio on the projector 1 Plug either end of the audio cable into the audio connector on yo
12. Il Mute OFF ON Balance Bass Treble Q Sound Mode LINEAR Save Exit Exit SUB MENU FUNCTION Volume Adjusts the volume Mute Temporarily removes the sound Balance Balances the right and left sound output Bass Adjusts the bass Treble Adjusts the treble Sound mode Stereo enhance modes Enhances the audio source Linear Normal stereo without extra pro cessing Spatial Simulates 3D space feeling from a stereo source Mono Mixes the mono audio source to the left and right channels Pseudo Creates a stereo like effect from mono inputs Custom setup SUBMENU CUSTOM SETUP IMAGE MODE SUB_MENU SERIAL SET SUB_MENU Band Rate 19200 Stop Bits l Parity NONE EVN Save Exit Cancel FUNCTION Menu Posi Adjusts the menu s position on the screen from upper left or right to lower right or left View Source Displays the active source C omputer Video or S Video Image Mode Rear Reverses the image for rear projection Ceiling Reverses the image for ceiling mounted projection Power Save Allows you to turn on and off 3 different power save modes mode 1 Shuts off the lamp after 3 hours if no keypad button is pressed mode 2 Shuts off the lamp after 10 minutes if no input signal is detected mode 3 Shuts off the fan automatically 2 minutes after the lamp is turned off Serial
13. Set Sets up transmission of input signals from RS 232 control Band rate 9600 19200 bps Stop bit 1 2 Parity odd even no parity Smooth Mode Smoothes the vertical lines of the image Remote Indicates if the remote is wired to the projector NOTE Serial set is used for RS 232 control from an external device See RS 232 Terminal Specifications on page 43 for details 21 Projector 22 Information This is a read only menu that provides status on the projector and input source INFORMATION Lamp Timer 1H Input Signal Computer Video S Video Rev 1 05 H Sync 75 00kHz V Sync 60 00Hz Resolution 1280x1024 Exit SUBMENU FUNCTION Lamp Timer Shows the number of hours the lamp has been in use Input Signal Shows the Input Source Computer or Video or S Video Rev Shows the revision of software in the projector H Sync Shows the H orizontal sync frequency of the input source V Sync Shows the Vertical sync frequency of the input source Resolution Shows the image resolution of the computer source Signal Type Shows either NTSC PAL or SECAM video source only Users memory Save This option saves your settings so you can quickly restore them later You must turn off Auto Adjust page 19 to use the memory save feature 1 Use the Arrow buttons to move the cursor to Users Memory Save then press Enter USER MEMORY SAVE TA KKK KKK kK 2ikkkkkkk
14. Sync buttons then press the Power button while still holding down the other buttons for 3 seconds Verify that the timer was reset by pressing the menu button navigating to the Information menu and viewing the Lamp Timer setting see page 22 28 Troubleshooting Problem Nothing on projection screen Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a func tional AC electrical outlet Make sure that the power cord is also properly connected to the projector elf the projector is plugged into a power strip make sure the power strip is turned on eMake sure you have removed the lens cap on the projection lens at the front of the projector eMake sure the projector is switched on eCheck the projector s lamp to ensure that it is securely con nected in the lamp module See Replacing the Projection Lamp on page 26 Make sure that the cables do not have any bent pins Problem Color or text not being projected eYou might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the text is visible Refer to Bright on page 15 for more informa tion Problem The screen resolution is not right eMake sure the computer s video card is set for a resolution of no greater than 1280x1024 Problem Image isn t centered on the screen Reposition the image Refer to H Position V Position on page 18 eBe sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen Problem Only the blue start up screen display
15. ches inches 5 6 42 33 26 10 73 57 46 15 109 85 68 20 144 113 90 25 180 141 112 30 216 169 135 35 252 197 157 40 287 225 179 45 323 253 202 50 359 281 224 41 Append i x Table 2 Image Size Width and Height for lens at Minimum Image Size Distance to Diagonal Width Height Screen feet inches inches inches 5 6 29 23 18 10 51 40 32 15 76 60 48 20 101 79 63 25 126 99 79 30 151 118 94 35 176 138 110 40 201 157 126 45 226 177 141 50 251 197 157 RS 232 Terminal Specifications Communication configuration To control the LP 740 from your computer connect the RS 232 cable and set your computer s serial port settings to match this communication configuration Setting Value Bits per second 192000 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Start bit 1 Command format All commands consist of 3 alpha characters followed by a request all enclosed in parentheses An example AAA where starts the command AAA denotes the command denotes the value to be written leading zeros not necessary ends the command NOTE To assure the projector can process a command wait 3 seconds before entering the next command Append Supported commands Function Command Meaning Power PW R 1 0 N 0 0 FF Volume LMP 1 Volume Up 0 Volume Down Mute MTE 1 Mute On 0 Mute O ff Track TRC 1 Phase Up 0 Phase Down Sync SYC 1 Sync Up 0 Sync Down Bright BRT 1 Bright Up
16. ens 3 If you don t intend to use the projector immediately replace the lens cap Cleaning the Fan Intake Filter The fan intake filter on the bottom of the projector catches dust and particles in the air If the filter becomes clogged the projector does not cool properly and may malfunction To prevent this clean the filter after every 100 hours of use 1 Turn off the power and unplug the power cord 2 Remove the filter door Figure 15 e Remove the screw on the filter door and lift the door out 25 WARNING To avoid burns allow the projector to cool for at least 30 minutes before you open the lamp module door Never extract the lamp module while the lamp is operating 26 Maintenaqon e amp Troubleshooting A TES S885 7 SS SSSSS8 o Jn Q SS SS SSSSS88 ISS SSSSSS f S SSSSSS SSSS888 SSSSS SSS88 Zs SSS NY 2 SAA FIGURE 15 Removing the filter door 3 Clean the filter e Use a vacuum cleaner set on low power to remove the dust and dirt 4 Re install the filter Replacing the Projection Lamp The lamp hour counter in the menus counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use The LP 740 uses a metal halide bulb These types of bulbs deteriorate over time Replace the lamp when the brightness is no longer acceptable The lamp LED blinks slowly after 950 hours it blinks more rapidly after 1000 hours You can order new lamp modules from your In Focus dealer See Access
17. for important safety information A CAUTION Hot Surfaces Avoid touching hot surfaces Do not touch until the projector has cooled q Do Not Look Into The Lens Be extremely careful not to look into the projection lens when the projec tor is turned on The bright light may harm your eyes Be especially care ful to keep children from looking into the lens q Power Source Use only a three wire grounding type power source The power source should not exceed 250 volts rms between the supply conductors or between either conductor and the ground Gq Power Cord Use only the power cord that was shipped with the projector Although other power cords might be similar in appearance they have not been safety tested with the projector Do not use a power cord if it has become damaged or frayed Contact your In Focus dealer or call In Focus if you need to replace your power cord S afet y Summar y NOTE If you open the projector case you will void the warranty q Grounding The projector is grounded through the grounding conductor on the power cord To avoid electric shock plug the power cord into a properly wired receptacle Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Lamp To avoid overheating and unacceptable image quality replace the projec tion lamp with a lamp of the specified type Refer to page 33 for lamp specifications and to page 26 for instructions on replacing the lamp q Lamp Compartment To avo
18. g on page 18 e Adjust the resolution of your video card if it s greater than 1280x1024 pixels Problem Image is out of focus Turn the projection lens to focus the image eMake sure the projection screen is at least 5 feet 1 5 m from the projector eCheck the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning Problem Image and menus are reversed left to right eRear projection mode is probably turned on Turn Rear off in the Custom Setup menu The image should immediately return to forward projection See Image Mode on page 21 Problem the projector displays vertical lines bleeding or spots e Adjust the brightness Refer to Bright on page 15 for more information eCheck the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning Problem no sound e Adjust volume e Verify audio input connections e Adjust audio source Problem Image is noisy or streaked e Adjust the synchronization and tracking manually to find an optimal setting See Sync and Tracking on page 18 eThe problem could be with your computer s video card If possible connect a different computer Problem Projected colors don t match the computer or video player s colors e Adjust the brightness tint and or contrast from the menus Just as there are differences in the displays of different moni tors there are often differences between the computer image and the projected image Refer to Bright on page 15 or Tint or
19. id burns do not open the lamp module door until the projector is turned off and the lamp has cooled for at least 30 minutes Follow the instructions in this manual for lamp replacement carefully q Hot Surfaces Allow the projector to cool at least 30 minutes before replacing a lamp When you open the lamp housing be very careful not to touch the hot surfaces inside j Ventilation and Overheating Openings in the projector case provide ventilation to protect it from overheating Keep loose papers and other objects well away from the grills Do not place the projector on top of or close to a computer or other heat producing equipment Liquid Spills Do not set drinks on top of the projector Spilled liquids can flow inside and cause damage AA Do Not Disassemble All service must be performed by an authorized In Focus service center The only user serviceable part in the projector is the projection lamp which you can replace by opening the lamp cover on the bottom of the projector see page 26 Do not open any other part of the projector If your projector needs repair call your local Authorized Service Provider or In Focus Technical Support as described on page 4 Before you call refer to Troubleshooting starting on page 29 to see if you can resolve the problem yourself INTRODUCTION The In Focus LP 740 is a multimedia projector that packs SXGA graphics 1280x1024 with 16 7 million colors It generates crisp clea
20. ing 21 size 41 streaked 31 too wide or too narrow 30 zooming 11 15 nde x Image Control 19 Invert modes 21 L labels on projector iii lamp ordering 34 overheating iv replacing 26 safety iii iv timer 28 turns off unexpectedly 32 laptop computers activation sequence to allow secondary display 35 compatibility 7 connecting IBM compatible 7 lens cap 34 cleaning 25 safety iii LP 740 cases 34 hot surfaces iv image size 5 41 setting up 5 specifications 33 turning off 10 turning on 9 ventilation and overheating iv voiding the warranty iv M Macintosh computers compatibility 1 masking the image 15 Menu button 16 menus See on screen menus monitor projected colors don t match 31 o on screen menus Audio Control 19 Custom Setup 21 displaying 16 Image Control 19 Information 22 users memory load 23 users memory save 23 P pointer using 15 power cord connecting 9 grounding iv ordering 34 safety iii Power Save modes 21 power source safety iii power switch 10 power up sequence 10 30 R repair See Technical Support replacing projection lamp module 26 resetting lamp hour timer 28 resizing the image 14 resolution 1 restoring settings 23 restoring the image 15 RS 232 connector 6 specifications 43 supported commands 44 S safety guidelines iii iv saving adjustments 23 Serial settings 21 service See Technical Support SimulScan using with PowerBooks 40 Sound modes 20 Source
21. ization of the com puter source using the Arrow buttons Press the Sync button again to close the Sync menu Tracking Press the Tracking button to adjust the tracking of the computer source using the Arrow buttons Press the Tracking button again to close the Tracking menu Enter This enters the selected item or adjustment Volume Press the Volume button to adjust the volume using the Arrow buttons Press the Volume button again to close the menu Remote Control Only Buttons Auto This activates the automatic signal detection and image adjust ment When the adjustments are complete you have the option of sending them to the projector or returning to the previous set tings Bright Press this button to open the Brightness control to brighten or darken the image Zoom and Zoom This allows you to zoom the image in and out To zoom a particu lar portion of the image first use the Point button to position the cursor on the area you want to zoom then press the Zoom button Press the Restore button to unzoom the image or use the Zoom button wv Point acy dtr baa entered aaa Dn This puts a crosshair cursor on the screen Use the Arrow buttons NOTE You cannot use the Point to move the cursor Press Point again to remove the cursor l feature while the image is zoomed Mask or masked This allows you to cover the image with a mask or curtain then reveal the image by moving the mask to the
22. k USER MEMORY SAVE 2 2 More Te oR KK oe Te RK Ke KKK KEK KAR KK KKK ROKR ke do WRK KKK KEK KKK KEKE Lkkkkkkx xx RR KKK KEK KERR KEKE LR RK RR LARK RRR KKK KEK KKK KK KK kkkkkkk kkkkkkk kkkkkkkk Te RK Ke Te RK Ke Te RK Ke Te kK KK ee Cancel More Cancel 2 Move the cursor to a memory number then press Enter A file naming dialog box appears 3 Use the up arrow to increment through the letters and num bers to name the file Use the right arrow to move to the next space and enter another character 4 Move the cursor using the right arrow button to Save amp Exit when you are finished then press Enter 5 Confirm your selection by choosing Yes or No then press Enter Users memory Load This option sends saved settings to the projector 1 Use the Arrow buttons to move the cursor to Users Memory Load then press Enter 2 Move the cursor to the file you want to load then press Enter 3 Choose Yes to send the settings to the projector MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING This section describes how to eclean the lens eclean the fan filter ereplace the projection lamp 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 e Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner e Abrasive cleaners solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens 2 Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the l
23. king foot adjuster but tons Figure 12 They can vary in length from 0 to 50mm allow ing you to adjust the angle of projection To raise the projector 1 Press and hold the foot adjuster buttons Figure 12 2 Raise the projector to the height you want then release the buttons to lock the feet into position FIGURE 12 Adjusting the height of the projector Using the Remote C ontrol and Keypad Buttons Power Lamp Check O O O Power Source Resize Sync Track Volume FIGURE 13 Keypad these 2 buttons are for future expansion and are not used at this time g 2 z f 3 m 5 2 2 InFocus Nydyr ul ape FIGURE 14 Remote Point the remote control at the projection screen or at the front or rear of the 740 The range for optimum operation is 30 feet Projector Power This turns the projector off and on Press and hold the Power but ton for 2 seconds to turn the projector off Source Computer Video or S Video on remote When you have more than one source computer or video con nected to the projector select between them by pressing the Source button Menu Press Menu to open the on screen menus For more information about the on screen menus see page 16 Resize Press this to toggle the image size between standard and enlarged Arrow buttons Use these to select and adjust menu settings Sync Press the Sync button to adjust the synchron
24. lso provides a reference to the remote and keypad 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 9 Press the Auto button on the remote or choose Auto Set Up page 19 in the menus to optimize the image 2 If the image doesn t display completely adjust the zoom adjust the height of the projector page 12 or center the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position page 19 Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen 3 If the image is out of focus rotate the outer focus ring page 11 4 If the image appears to shimmer or if it has blurry vertical bars after you have adjusted the focus adjust the Sync or Tracking page 19 5 If the colors don t look right adjust the brightness page 15 Adjusting the Projector To focus the image rotate the outer focus ring Figure 11 until the image is clear To zoom the image rotate the inner zoom ring focus ring zoom ring FIGURE 11 Focus ring and zoom ring NOTE In Focus has created a software program called In Focus Presents that automatically opti mizes your computer s display when used with any In Focus pro jector This free program is included with every projector and available for download from our website at www infocus com 11 Projector The projector is equipped with 2 self loc
25. mputer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer Data Processing Equipment ANSI NFPA 75 Transport the projector in a vendor approved hard or soft case Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 34 Call your In Focus dealer to order 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 29 If this manual doesn t answer your question call your In Focus dealer You can also call In Focus Customer Service directly at 1 800 799 9911 Call between 5 a m and 5 p m PST Monday through Friday In Europe call In Focus in The Netherlands at 31 23 5540310 In Singapore call 65 740 6435 Or send us an e mail at techsupport infocus com Our World Wide Web address is http www infocus com Warranty This product is backed by a limited one year warranty The details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual Longer term warranties can be purchased from your In Focus dealer Refer to page 34 for part numbers SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface parallel to the floor e The projector must be within 10 feet 3 m of your power source and within 6 feet 1 8 m of your computer FIGURE 4 Placing the projector 2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen The distance from the lens of the projector to the
26. ntents of your shipping box may vary depending on the projector configuration you ve ordered FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents LP 740 projector with lens cap power cord LP 740 User s Guide remote control and batteries SUN adapters OR ae IN oon om SGI adapters S video cable computer cable video cable audio cable speakers handle foot adjuster buttons FIGURE 2 Side view of projector connector panel IR receiver Qos E Rs 232 O power cord vent fan connector FIGURE 3 Back view of projector t r o d u c t Usage Guidelines Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector 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 Be especially careful not to drop it Avoid leaving the projector in direct sunlight or extreme cold for extended periods of time If this happens allow it to reach room temperature before use This projector is not intended for use in a mainframe co
27. oot 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 Infotel FN F12 FN F12 Kaypro boot up monitor plugged in unplug monitor Kris Tech FN F8 FN F8 Leading Edge FN T FN T Mac Portable 100 no video port not compatible Mac PowerBook 140 145 150 170 160 165 180 520 540 5300 210 230 250 270 280 2300 no video port requires a 3rd party interface Control Panel folder PowerBook D isplay folder Activate Video Mirroring warm reboot requires Apple Docking Station or Mini Dock 37 Append Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de activate port Magitronic FN F4 FN F4 Mastersport FN F2 FN F1 Micro Express automatic warm reboot Micron FN F2 FN F2 Microslate automatic warm reboot Mitsubishi SW 2 O n O ff O ff O ff SW 2 O ff O n O n On NCR setup screen option setup screen option N EC setup screen option setup screen option CRT at the DOS prompt LCD at the DOS prompt FN F3 FN F3 O livetti automatic automatic FN O FN O Packard Bell FN F0 FN F0 Ctrl Alt lt Ctrl Alt gt Panasonic FN F2 FN F2 Prostar Ctrl Alt S at bootup Ctrl Alt S at bootup Samsung setup screen option setup screen option Sanyo setu
28. ories on page 34 for information Follow these steps to replace the projection lamp 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord 2 Wait 30 minutes to allow it to cool thoroughly 3 Place the projector on its side then remove the 2 screws on the lamp module door Figure 16 4 Pull the lamp door up and remove it o nnn A EEG y A Lia iii iii Ly FIGURE 16 Removing the lamp door iy 5 Loosen the two non removable screws on the outside of the CAUTION Never operate the projector with the lamp door open or removed This disrupts the air flow and causes the projector to module 6 Remove the module Figure 17 overheat o o o S SSS SSR SSS SS o BS SSS555 SS SSS LSS SS SSSSS89 SS SSS SSS USS SSSSSS S amp SSSSSS8 O SSSSS8 Y ISSIS SSS S A i a T lt FIGURE 17 Removing the lamp module 27 Maintenancee amp Troubleshooting FIGURE 18 aA Installing a new lamp module POR EEPE TOPER PETE NEN NES 7 Align the new lamp module in the correct direction WARNING Do not drop the 8 Gently push the module in as far as it goes ener EN es 9 Tighten the screws on the outside of the module bulb The glass may shatter and 10 Re install the lamp door cause injury 11 Plug in the power cord and turn the projector back on 12 To reset the lamp hour timer in the menus press and hold the Track and
29. p screen option setup screen option Sharp dip switch to CRT dip switch to LCD Sun SPARC Ctrl Shift M Ctrl Shift M Dataview Tandy Ctrl Alt Insert Ctrl Alt Insert setup screen option setup screen option Tangent FN F5 FN F5 Texas Instru setup screen option setup screen option ments Top Link setup screen option setup screen option FN F6 FN F6 Toshiba Ctrl Alt End Ctrl Alt Home FN End FN Home FN F5 FN F5 setup screen option setup screen option Key command to Key command to Computer activate port de activate port Twinhead FN F7 FN F7 FN F5 FN F5 Automatic Automatic W inBook Ctrl Alt F10 Ctrl Alt F10 W yse software driven software driven Zenith FN F10 FN F10 FN F2 FN F2 FN F1 FN F1 Zeos Ctrl Shift D Ctrl Shift D FN F1 FN F1 These manufacturers have models that automatically send video to the external CRT port when some type of display device is attached These manufacturers offer more than one key command depend ing on the computer model Append Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer When you turn video mirroring called SimulScan in newer Pow erBooks see below on the projector displays the same informa tion 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 Se
30. r images using a new and innovative reflective technology The LP 740 is ideal for high performance business engineering and imaging applications that demand exceptional resolution and color quality Image Resolution The SXGA resolution of the 740 s projected image is 1280x1024 If your computer s screen resolution is higher than 1280x1024 reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the 740 Compatibility The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices including IBM SUN SGI and selected HP and DEC workstations up to 1280x1024 resolution IBM compatible computers including laptops up to 1280x1024 resolution Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1280x1024 resolution Most standard VCRs camcorders and laser disc players Unpacking the Projector The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1 Check to make sure all are included Contact your In Focus dealer imme diately if anything is missing If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems use the LP 740 Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box For complete details on connecting and operating the projector refer to this User s Guide User s Guides are also available for down load from our website at www infocus com NOTE You can resize your 640x480 800x600 or 1024x768 images to 1280x1024 by pressing the Resize button on the keypad or remote n troduction NOTE The co
31. s e Verify that the cables are connected correctly See page 7 through page 8 for connection procedures e Verify that the proper input source is connected See Source on page 14 e amp Trou ibtlesthoooting eYou might need to turn everything off and power up the equipment again in the proper order Refer to your com puter s documentation to determine the correct order eMake sure your laptop s external video port is turned on See the Portable and Laptop Activation Chart on page 35 or your computer s manual for details eMake sure your computer s video board is installed and con figured correctly If you re using Windows 3 x 1 In the Windows Program Manager double click the Win dows Setup icon in the Main program group 2 Verify that the Display setting is 1280x1024 or less If you re using Windows 95 1 Open My Computer icon the Control Panel folder and then the Display icon 2 Click the Settings tab 3 Verify that the Desktop area is set to 1280x1024 or less Also check the following Does your computer have a compatible video board The pro jector isn t CGA or EGA compatible eIs your computer s video port activated This is especially true for laptop computers See Portable and Laptop Activa tion Chart on page 35 Problem Image is too wide or narrow for screen eYou might need to manually adjust the tracking to reduce or enlarge the projected image Refer to Trackin
32. t he Projector NOTE W ith 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 CAUTION When you disconnect the projector after you have switched it off always remove the power cord from the electrical outlet first then remove it from the projector 10 e Press the S video or Video buttons on the remote or the Source button on the keypad page 14 to display your video image e Use the volume buttons to adjust the volume 5 Turn on your computer e Press the Computer button on the remote or the Source but ton on the keypad page 14 to display your computer image e If necessary make adjustments to the image from the pro jector s on screen menus You can do an automatic setup or manually adjust different aspects of the image using the on screen menus To open the menus press the menubutton on the remote or keypad For more information see page 16 Turning Off the Projector To completely power off the projector press and hold the Power button on the remote or keypad for 2 seconds If you want to turn the projector back on immediately you must allow 2 minutes for the lamp to cool The lamp won t light if it s too hot USING THE PROJECTOR This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector It a
33. t the number of colors you want 3 Open the Control Strip click on the monitor icon 4 Select Turn Video Mirroring On Now you can turn video mirroring on and off from the Control Strip without having to open the Monitors control panel again When using video mirroring and high color graphics such as slide shows the projected image occasionally might turn black and white If this happens perform the following steps 1 Turn off video mirroring 2 Open the Monitors control panel 3 Move the white menu bar to Monitor 2 to set the projector as the primary monitor 4 Restart the PowerBook Using SimulScan Some newer PowerBooks display images on an external monitor or projector differently than previous ones When using SimulScan the projector displays the same information that appears on your PowerBook To select SimulScan 1 Open the Control Panel then double click Monitors and Sound 2 In the Resolution list choose the SimulScan mode then click OK 3 If this changes your display settings a dialog box appears Click OK to confirm the change Projected Image Size Use the chart and tables to help you determine projected image sizes maximum image size Diagonal Image Size inches minimum image size Distance to Screen feet FIGURE 19 Projected image size Table 1 Image Size Width and Height for lens at Maximum Image Size Distance to Diagonal Width Height Screen feet inches in
34. ur computer 2 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the Computer Audio In connector on the projector NOTE To connect a workstation use the appropriate adaptors between the computer and moni tor cables To connect a Macintosh computer you must purchase the appropriate adaptors NOTE M any laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a projec tor is connected Activation com mands for some laptop computers are listed in the Appendix of this manual on page 35 NOTE Some audio connectors may use the small radio jack plug and will require an adaptor to use the RCA composite connector Setting u t he Projector CAUTION Your video player may also have a Video Out port for a coaxial cable connection DO NOT use this to connect to the projector Connecting a Video Player 1 If your video player uses a round one prong composite video connector you ll need the audio and video cables e If your video player uses a round four prong S video con nector you ll need the S video cable and the audio cable 2 Plug the video cable s yellow connector into the video out port on your video player Figure 8 This port may be labeled To Monitor e If you re using an S video cable connect it to the S video out connector on the video player 3 Plug the other yellow connector into the composite Video In connector on the back of the projector e If you re
35. using S video plug the other end of the cable into the S video Video In connector on the projector composite video audio S video FIGURE 8 Connecting the projector to a video player 4 Plug the audio cable s white connector into the left audio out port on your video player Plug the cable s red connector into the right audio out port on the video player 5 Plug the other end of the cable into the left and right Audio In ports on the projector The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL and SECAM It automatically adjusts to optimize its performance for the incoming video Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image wv 1 Remove the lens cap anh ns Cisne aera eevee ney 2 Plug the power cord into the back of the projector then plug it NOTE Always use the power cord into your electrical outlet A surge protected power strip is that shipped with the projector recommended if power surges are common in your area FIGURE 9 Connecting the power cord 3 Turn on the projector by pressing the Power button on the remote or keypad e The Power LED on top of the projector lights The Lamp LED blinks until the lamp reaches full power FIGURE 10 LEDs 4 If you connected a video player turn it on
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