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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Summary iii
Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 2
Unpacking the Projector 2
Usage Guidelines 5
If You Need Assistance 5
Warranty 5
Setting up the Projector 7
Connecting the CableWizard™ to the Projector 8
Selecting Connectors on the CableWizard 8
Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector 10
Connecting an IBM-Compatible Laptop Computer 11
Connecting an IBM-Compatible Desktop Computer 13
Connecting an Apple PowerBook Computer 15
Connecting a Macintos
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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Maintenance & Troubleshooting 39 Cleaning the Lens 39 Cleaning the Fan Intake Filter 39 Replacing the Projection Lamp 41 Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 43 Using the Kensington Lock 43 Troubleshooting 44 Solutions to Common Problems 45 Appendix 49 Specifications 49 Accessories 51 Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 53 Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 57 Projected Image Size 58 Index 61 ii
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SAFETY SUMMARY Please read these instructions carefully before using your projec- tor. 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. NOTE: Additional useful details or tips. CAUTION: Steps to take to avoid damage to your equipment. WARNING: Steps to take to avoid personal injury. These graphics are used on the proj
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Sa fet y Su mmar y 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 projection lamp with a lamp of the specified type. Refer to page 49 for lamp specifications and to page 41 for instructions on replacing the lamp. Lamp Compartment To avoid burns, do no
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INTRODUCTION ® The In Focus LP™ 725 and 730 lightweight multimedia projec- tors combine 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. The 700 series projectors are ideal for high-performance business, training and imaging appli- cations that demand exceptional color quality. The 725 has SVGA 800x600 graphics, the 730 has XGA 1024
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In tr o d uc ti on Compatibility The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including: • IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024x768 resolution (LP 725) or 1280x1024 resolution (LP 730) at 75 Hz. NOTE: Selected workstations are also supported. Contact your In • Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1024x768 resolution (LP 725) or 1280x1024 resolution (LP 730). Focus dealer for details. • Most standard VCRs, camcorders and laser disc
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2 3 1 4 6 5 8 7 9 FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents 1. LP 725 or 730 projector 6. CableWizard 2. LP 725/730 User’s Guide 7. CableWizard computer cable 3. power cord 8. CableWizard mouse cable 4. remote and batteries 9. CableWizard audio cable 5. RCA audio/video (A/V) cable Not shown: Quick Start card, online user guide CD-ROM, lens cap 3
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In tr o d uc ti on speaker connector panel elevator button FIGURE 2 Side view of projector remote control power receiver switch power cord focus ring connector zoom ring FIGURE 3 Front view of projector 4
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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. NOTE: If the projector overheats • Handle the projector as you would any product with glass and turns off, you must wait about components. Be especially careful not to drop it. 30 seconds before you attempt to • Avoid leaving the projector in direct su
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25 ft. 5 ft. 2.5 ft. 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 10 feet of your computer. • If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear Projection” NOTE: An optional extension on page 38 to reverse the image. cable, sold separately, lets you • If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the increase the distance
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r Connecting the CableWizard™ to the Projector The CableWizard simplifies the connection process by providing a central hub for all the connections between the projector and CAUTION: Turn off the your computer. The connectors on the CableWizard are labeled computer, monitor and projector with icons. whenever you connect or Connect the end of the CableWizard cable to the disconnect cables. connector on the projector’s connector panel (Figure 5). NOTE: The pro
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• If you’re connecting an IBM-compatible desktop or laptop com- puter, turn the selector until the window displays “PC.” computer monitor NOTE: The serial connector is mouse provided for use with a command center for a fixed installation. serial audio FIGURE 7 Selecting the IBM-compatible connectors on the CableWizard • If you’re connecting a Macintosh desktop or an Apple PowerBook computer, turn the selector until the window displays “Mac™.” monitor computer mouse audio FIGURE 8 Selecting th
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r Preparing to Connect Your Equipment to the Projector Now you’re ready to connect your equipment. Computers are connected to the CableWizard. Video players and other equip- NOTE: Before you continue, ment, such as external speakers, are connected directly to the pro- make sure the projector and your jector. equipment are turned off. If you’re Steps for connecting the different types of equipment are given connecting a computer, make sure on the pages listed bel
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Connecting an IBM-Compatible Laptop Computer 1 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the video connector on your computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the NOTE: Many laptop computers connector on the CableWizard. do not automatically turn on their external video port when a sec- ondary display device such as a projector is connected. Refer to your computer manual for the command that activates the exter- nal video port. Activation com- mands for
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Locate the mouse cable and unplug it from your computer. Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the 2 mouse connector on your computer. NOTE: Most laptop computers do not allow you to use the 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the computer’s pointing device and the connector on the CableWizard. projector’s remote at the same time. mouse cable com
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Connecting an IBM-Compatible Desktop Computer 1 Locate the cable that connects your monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the monitor connector on your computer. 3 Plug the end of the computer cable into the connector on the CableWizard. computer cable FIGURE 12 Connecting the CableWizard computer cable to an IBM-compatible desktop computer Do you want to display the image on your computer’s monitor as well as on the p
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r Do you want to control your computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? Unplug the mouse cable from your computer. 1 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the mouse connector on your computer. NOTE: You cannot use your computer’s mouse and the 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the projector’s remote at the same connector on the CableWizard. time. monitor cable mouse cable computer cable audio cable FIGURE 13 Connec
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Connecting an Apple PowerBook Computer Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the 1 video connector on your PowerBook. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the NOTE: Some PowerBooks require connector on the CableWizard. the Apple-supplied video-out cable 3 If you want the projector display to be the same as the Power- for external video. Connect it Book’s screen display, turn on video mirroring. (See “Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer” on page
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad? 1 Locate the mouse cable and unplug it from your PowerBook. Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the 2 (ADB) connector on your PowerBook. NOTE: Most laptop computers do not allow you to use the 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard mouse cable into the computer’s pointing device and the connector on the CableWizard. projector’s remote at the same time. mouse cable c
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Connecting a Macintosh Desktop Computer 1 Locate the cable that connects the monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer. 2 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the monitor connector on your computer. 3 Plug the end of the CableWizard computer cable into the connector on the CableWizard. computer cable FIGURE 16 Connecting the CableWizard computer cable to a Macintosh desktop computer Do you want to display the image on your computer’s monitor as well as on the pr
