BOXLIGHT CD-850m - Manual

5 Connecting a computer Required computer connections Connect the black end of the computer cable to the Computer 1 connector on the projector. Connect the blue end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer, you first need to disconnect the monitor cable from the comput...

6 If you prefer connecting your computer to the projector with an optional VESA cable, connect one end of the cable to the VESA port on your com-puter, and connect the other end of the cable to the blue Computer 2 con- nector on the projector. You can control the projector from an LCD control panel ...

7 Displaying a computer image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector or the remote. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve ful...

8 First-time projector use with Windows 98 The first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wiz-ard to load the correct driver (which was in...

9 Skip this page if you did not connect a USB mouse cable For Windows 98: • If you connected the USB cable, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears again. Drivers must be installed to use the USB functionality. • The Wizard launches three times . The first time it detects a USB Composite Device. The sec...

10 Adjusting the image Adjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but-ton to extend the elevator foot. Rotate the leveling foot, if necessary. Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. See page 39 for a table listin...

11 Connecting a video device Standard video connections Plug the video cable’s yellow connector into the video-out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Video con- nector on the projector. Plug a white connector into the left audio out connector on the video ...

12 Displaying a video image Remove the lens cap. Press the Power button on the top of the projector. The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the startup screen is displayed and the LED is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. ? ...

14 Shutting down the projector The projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the pro-jector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Screen Save ...

15 Source troubleshooting Problem Solution Result No startup screen Plug power cable in and remove lens cappress power button Correct image Only startup screen appears Press the Computer button Activate laptop’s external port Computer image projected Start U p Logo A Start U p Logo or restartlaptop ...

16 No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” Adjust computer refresh rate in Control Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced>Adapter (location varies by operating system) Computer image projected A Signal out of range You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer...

18 Projector troubleshooting Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust keystone on keypad Square image Edges of image distorted Turn Overscan on in the Picture>Advanced menu Correct image Image not sharp Adjust Sharpness in the Picture>Advanced menu Correct image A B A B A B A B A B

20 Video image “torn” and fragmented Change Video Standard in Picture>Advanced menu Correct image Projected colors don’t match source Adjust color, tint, color temperature, brightness, contrast in the menus Correct image Lamp won’t turn on, LED blinking red (page 14) Make sure vents aren’t blocke...

22 Regarding this projector For assistance, call B OXLIGHT at 1-800-762-5757 or 1-360-779-7901 . This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. An extended war-ranty plan may be purchased from B OXLIGHT . When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit in the carry c...

23 Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover. To operate, point the remote at the projection screen o...

24 Using the audio To play sound from the projector, connect your source to the Audio In con-nector on the projector. To adjust the volume, use the buttons on the keypad or remote. To mute the sound, press the Mute button. Troubleshooting audio If there is no sound, check the following: • Make sure ...

25 Optimizing computer images After your computer is connected properly and the computer ’s image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For gen-eral information on using the menus, see page 27. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness in the Picture menu. • Cha...

27 Using the menus 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.) The Main menu appears. Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to high-light the desired submenu, then press the Select button. To change...

28 Picture menu To adjust the following five settings, highlight the setting, press Select , use the up and down arrows to adjust the values, then press select to confirm the changes. Keystone : adjusts the image vertically and makes a squarer image. You can also adjust keystone from the keypad. Con...

29 Presets : The provided Presets optimize the projector for displaying com- puter presentations, photographs, film images, and video images. (Film input is material originally captured on a film camera, like a movie; video input is material originally captured on a video camera, like a TV show or s...

30 Advanced settings Sharpness : (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video image. Select a sharpness setting. Color Space : This option applies to computer and component video sources (it won’t appear in the menu for S-video or composite video sources). It allows you to select...

31 Settings menu Audio : allows adjustments to the sound Balance between speakers and speaker Volume. The Internal speakers and projector startup Chime can be turned on or off by placing or removing a check in the respective check-boxes. Sources>Power-up Source: this determines which source the p...

34 Maintenance Cleaning the lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. 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 clo...

35 Replacing the projection lamp The lamp hour timer in the About menu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. After 1,980 hours, the message “Change lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup. When the timer reaches 2,000 hours, the lamp will no longer light. You can order new...

36 WARNINGS : • To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before you replace the lamp . • Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury . • Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection sharpness. • Be extremely careful when r...

37 Using the security lock The projector has a security lock for use with a PC Guardian Cable Lock System. See “Accessories” on page 38 for ordering information. Refer to the information that came with the lock for instructions on how to use it. computer 1 computer 2 video monitor out network serial...

38 Appendix Specifications Accessories Temperature Operating 50 to 95 ° F (10 to 35 ° C) at 0 - 10,000 feet Non-operating -4 to 158 ° F (-20 to 70 ° C) at 0 -20,000 feet Altitude Operating 0 to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) Non-operating 0 to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters) Humidity Operating 10% to 95% rel...

39 NOTE : Use only approved accessories. Projected image size Optional Accessories Shipping Case (ATA approved) Deluxe Travel Case Projector Mount False Ceiling Plate for Projector Mount Extension Arm for Projector Mount PC Guardian Cable Lock System 60” Diagonal Screen (portable) 80” Diagonal Scree...

40 Numerics 1024x768 resolution 3 A About 32altitude limits 38Aspect Ratio 32audio 24Audio In connector 5, 11audio volume 13Auto Image 32Auto Power 31 B Blank 32blinking green 14blinking red 14Brightness 10 C cables optional 39 cleaning the lens 34Color 13colors are incorrect 20component cable conne...

43 LIMITED WARRANTY B OXLIGHT (“B OXLIGHT ”) warrants that the CD-850m (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the written specifications of B OX - LIGHT . Said limited warranty shall apply only to the first person or entity that pur- chases the Product for per...

User’s Guide Boxlight 19332 Powder Hill PlacePoulsbo, WA 98370-7407 USAwww.boxlight.comU.S.A. and Canada 800-762-5757International 360-779-7901 BOXLIGHT CORPORATION ™ CD-850m CD-850m CD850mCOVER.qxd 7/24/02 1:10 PM Page 1