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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 communi-
cation
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Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA European Office: Olympia 1, NL-1213 NS Hilversum, The Netherlands We declare under our sole responsibility that the LP280 and LP290 projectors con- form to the following directives and norms: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC EMC: EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 +
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions iii Introduction 1 Image Resolution 1 Compatibility 2 Unpacking the Projector 2 Usage Guidelines 5 If You Need Assistance 5 Warranty 6 Setting up the Projector 7 Connecting a Computer 9 Connecting a Video Player 11 Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 13 Turning Off the Projector 14 Using the Projector 15 Basic Image Adjustment 15 Adjusting the Projector 15 Using the Remote Control 17 Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 18 Using the On-Screen Me
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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Appendix 39 Specifications 39 Accessories 40 Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 42 Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 47 Projected Image Size 48 Index 49 ii
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc- tions 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. Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
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S a f e ty In st ru ct ion s Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may damage your projector. Caution: Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct sunlight. Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in an InFocus-approved case; see page 41 for a list of cases. Important Operating Considerations Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb ruptur- ing, th
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INTRODUCTION ® The InFocus LP280™ and LP290™ multimedia projectors are specifically designed for multipurpose use. They are easy to con- nect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain. The LP280 has native SVGA 800x600 resolution, the LP290 has XGA 1024x768 resolution. The user interfaces of the two products are identical; information in this user’s guide applies to both prod- ucts. Image Resolution LP280 The SVGA resolution of the LP280’s projected image is 800x600. NOTE: The
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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 1280x1024 resolution. ® ® ® Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1280x1024 resolution. Most standard VCRs, DVD players, 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 InFocus dealer imme- d
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1 2 4 3 5* 6 9 8 7 10 FIGURE 1 Shipping box contents 1. Projector + lens cap 6. Computer cable 2. Soft carry case 7. PS/2 mouse cable 3. User’s Guide, Quick Start 8. USB mouse cable card, and CD 4. Remote control 9. S-Video cable 5. Power cord* 10. Audio/Video cable *additional country-dependant power cords may be included 3
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In tr o d uc ti on keypad zoom ring focus ring IR sensor foot release FIGURE 2 Front view of projector dust filters adjustable foot lamp door foot release connectors IR sensor power cord security lock connector FIGURE 3 Rear 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. 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
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In tr o d uc ti on Warranty This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual. An extended warranty plan may be purchased from your InFocus dealer, any time during the original two year warranty period. Refer to page 41 for the part number. When sending your projector in for repair, InFocus recommends shipping the unit in its original packing material, or having a pro- fessional packaging company pack the unit for shipp
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16.7 ft. 8.3 ft. 3.3 ft. SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface. The projector must be within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your power source and your computer. If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear” on page 25 to reverse the image. If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the installation guide that comes with the Ceiling Mount Kit for more information. To turn the image upside dow
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector and all other equipment is turned off. If you’re connecting a computer, audio in video computer USB mouse S-video make sure the distance between it computer monitor PS/2 mouse and the projector is 6 feet or less. FIGURE 5 Connector panel NOTE: If you are connecting an older Macintosh computer that does not have a 15-pin connector, you must use a Mac adaptor between the computer and the projector. See “Optional A
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Connecting a Computer 1 Plug one end of the computer cable into the blue “Computer VGA” connector on the projector. NOTE: Many laptop computers Plug the other end of the computer cable into the monitor con- do not automatically turn on their 2 nector on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, external video port when a sec- you need to disconnect your monitor cable from your com- ondary display device such as a puter. projector is connected. Refer to your computer manual for th
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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? If your computer has a PS/2 connector, use the PS/2 mouse cable. 1 Plug the green end of the PS/2 mouse cable into the mouse connector on your computer. 2 Plug the black end of the PS/2 mouse cable into the “PS2/RS-232” connector on the projector. If your computer has a USB connector and is running Windows 98, use the USB mouse cable. Plug the flat end of the USB mouse cable into the m
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Connecting a Video Player If your video device (VCR, DVD player, video camera) uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, use the composite audio/video (A/V) cable provided. The end with 2 connectors attaches to the projector, the other end attaches to the video device. If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video con- nector, use an S-video cable. S-video generates a higher quality image. 1 Plug the A/V cable’s round yellow connector into the “video- out” connector on yo
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r 3 Plug the A/V cable’s white connector into the left “audio out” connector on your video device. Plug the cable’s red connec- tor into the right “audio out” connector on the video device. 4 Plug the blue end of the A/V cable into the “Audio in” con- nector on the projector. The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video standards: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL-60, and CAUTION: Your video player SECAM. It automatically adjusts to optimi
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Powering up the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap. NOTE: Always use the power cord Plug the power cord into the back of the projector, then plug it 2 into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is that shipped with the projector. recommended. The LED on the top of the projector (Figure 11 on page 18) lights orange after a few seconds. 3 After the LED lights orange, press the Power button on the projector’s keypad or remote. The fans start to run, the LED on the top of the pr
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S e tti ng up t h e Pr oj ec to r Turning Off the Projector To turn off the projector, press the Power button. A dialog box appears, asking for confirmation. Press the Power button again to turn the lamp off. The fans continue to run for a minute, then the projector shuts off. If you want to turn the lamp back on, you must allow 90 seconds for the lamp to cool. The lamp won’t light if it’s too hot. If you want to turn off the projector for a short period of time, press the Power button twic
