Apple 9000 - Manuals

1 INTRODUCTION The Boxlight 9000 is an XGA multimedia projector designed for fixed installations. It allows 3 computer and 2 video inputs, along with RS-232 control. Image Resolution NOTE: The projector automati- cally expands 640x480 and 800x600 images to fill the screen. You can display these imag...

3 F IGURE 2 Side view of projector F IGURE 3 Front view of projector lamp compartment Kensington Lock power cord leveling foot connector focus ring zoom ring remote controlreceivers lens shift knob

4 I n t r o d u c t i o n 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. Do not place the projec-tor on cloth table coverings, as they may get sucked up to the vents. R...

5 SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface. • The projector must be within 7.5 feet (2.3 m) of your power source. • If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the Ceiling Mount Installation Guide that comes with the Ceiling Mount Kit for more information. To...

6 S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r F IGURE 4 Projected image size for 10’ diagonal image size The projector is equipped with a lens shift feature that allows you to adjust the projection height (move the image along the wall) without moving the projector, while still maintaining a perfectly...

7 F IGURE 5 Lowest image projection angle F IGURE 6 Highest image projection angle Once you know the diagonal image size, you can figure out the width and height using these formulas: width (inches) = diagonal (inches) x 0.8height (inches) = width (inches) x 0.75 10’ highimage bottom of image5’ belo...

9 F IGURE 7 Lens shift with ceiling-mounted projector Now you’re ready to connect your equipment. Steps for connecting the different types of equipment are given on the pages listed below. Equipment you want to connect Page IBM-compatible computer with CablePro Lite page 11 Macintosh computer with C...

10 S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the projector. Contact Boxlight for more information. F IGURE 8 Connector panel NOTE : For the connection pin assignments, see page 55. The projector has the follow...

13 Connecting a Computer Using a VESA cable The supplied VESA cable connects to the High Density 15-pin connector (HD 15) on the projector. This input is designated Computer 2. 1 Plug one end of the VESA cable into the video connector on your computer. Plug the other end into the HD 15 connector on ...

14 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 NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the projector. Contact Boxlight for more information. 1 If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, you’ll nee...

15 4 Plug the A/V 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. CAUTION: Your video player may also have a “Video Out” port for a coaxial cable connection. DO NOT use this to connect to...

16 S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r Connecting the Remote Control Cable If the projector cannot receive the remote’s signal, as may be the case if you’re using rear projection, connect the remote directly to the projector with the remote cable. NOTE : For more information on using the remot...

17 4 If you connected a video player, turn it on. NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the pro- jector. Contact Boxlight for more information. • The image is displayed. If another source is active, press the video 1 or video 2 button on the remot...

20 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Adjusting the Projector To focus the image, rotate the focus ring (Figure 15) until the image is clear. To zoom the image, rotate the zoom ring. This adjusts the image size without affecting focus. F IGURE 15 Focus ring and zoom ring The projector is equipped wit...

21 F IGURE 17 Leveling knob Using the Remote Control NOTE: If you can’t aim the remote control at the projector so that its signal is received — for example, when using rear projec- tion or in a large auditorium — connect it directly to the projector with the optional remote control cable. Point the...

22 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Using the Remote and Keypad Buttons NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the projector. Contact Boxlight for more information. This section provides an alphabetical reference to the remote and keypad buttons. ...

25 Volume • To increase the volume, press • To decrease the volume, press Volume adjustments are saved for each source you have con-nected (including external speakers). Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has four on-screen menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of ...

26 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r The status bar at the top of the menu display indicates the source that is currently active (Computer or Video) and any peripherals that are connected. NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the projector. Conta...

27 Display Menu Functions F IGURE 22 Display menu Brightness Adjusting the brightness changes the intensity of the image. • Press the left mouse button to darken the image; press the right mouse button to lighten the image. Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest...

29 Audio Menu Functions F IGURE 23 Audio menu Volume NOTE: Changing the volume from the menu is the same as changing it using the keypad or remote. • Press the left mouse button to decrease the volume; press the right mouse button to increase the volume. Volume adjustments you make are saved for eac...

31 Image Menu Functions F IGURE 24 Image menu Auto Image NOTE: Some screen savers inter- fere with the operation of Auto Image. If you’re experiencing prob- lems, tr y turning your screen saver off, then turning Auto Image off and back on. When Auto Image is on, the projector automatically adjusts t...

33 Controls Menu Functions NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the pro- jector. Contact Boxlight for more information. F IGURE 25 Controls menu Video Standard NOTE: If you already know the video standard used in your geo- graphical area, it’s of...

35 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING This section describes how to: • clean the lens • clean the fan intake filter • replace the projection lamp • replace the batteries in the remote control • use the Kensington lock feature • troubleshoot the projector Cleaning the Lens Follow these steps to clean th...

36 M a i n t e n a n c e a n d T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g F IGURE 26 Removing the filter door 3 Clean the filter. • Use a vacuum cleaner set on low power to remove the dust and dirt. F IGURE 27 Cleaning the air filter 4 Replace the filter. • First, insert the side with the tabs, then press the ot...

37 Replacing the Projection Lamp 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. The projector is designed so you can easily change the projection lamp. The lamp hour counter...

38 M a i n t e n a n c e a n d T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g F IGURE 29 Removing the lamp module WARNING: Do not drop the lamp module or touch the glass bulb! The glass may shatter and cause injur y. 7 Align the new lamp module in the correct direction. 8 Gently push the module in as far as it goes....

39 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 opera-tion. Follow these steps to replace the batteries: 1 Turn the r...

40 M a i n t e n a n c e a n d T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Troubleshooting Solutions to Common Problems 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...

41 Problem: Only the start-up screen displays • Verify that the cables are connected correctly. • Verify that the proper input source is connected. See “Com-puter 1, 2 and 3” on page 23 or “Video 1 and 2” on page 24. NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be insta...

42 M a i n t e n a n c e a n d T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g • Adjust the resolution of your monitor if it’s greater than 1280x1024. Only this resolution at 75 Hz or less will display on the projector. Problem: Image is out of focus • Turn the projection lens to focus the image. • Make sure the proj...

43 3 Adjust the synchronization and tracking manually to find an optimal setting. See “Manual Sync” on page 32 and “Manual Tracking” on page 32. • If you’re using an extension cable, make sure it’s Boxlight-approved. • The problem could be with your computer ’s graphics board. If possible, connect a...

44 M a i n t e n a n c e a n d T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Before calling Boxlight for assistance, please have the following information available: • the projector ’s serial number (located on the bottom label) • the computer ’s type and resolution Call Boxlight at 1-800-762-5757 .

46 A p p e n d i x Audio Input Input Impedance 8K ohm AC coupled Maximum Input Voltage (L IN + R IN ) PEAK < 4.5 V for THD ≤ 0.3% L IN or R IN < 2.0 Vrms for THD ≤ 0.3% Sensitivity 100 mV at 1 KHz for 88 dB SPL at 1 meter Connector Type red and white RCA jacks Audio Output Frequency Response 1...

47 Accessories NOTE: Use only Boxlight- approved accessories. Other prod- ucts have not been tested with the projector. Power Cords (one ships with projector, type depends on country) Optional Accessories Standard Accessories (ship with the projector) Boxlight 9000 Quick Star t card Boxlight 9000 Us...

49 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 for some laptop computers are listed in the following table. (If your computer is not listed or...

50 A p p e n d i x Compaq* ** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt-> FN-F4 FN-F4 automatic automatic mode/? (for setup option) mode/? (for setup option) Compuadd* ** automatic automatic Alt-F for screen setup option Alt-F for screen setup option Data General Ctrl-Alt-Command Ctrl-Alt-Command Data General Walka...

53 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 displa...

54 A p p e n d i x Projected Image Size for Optional Lenses NOTE: The lens shift is not adjustable on the optional shor t throw lens. It is fixed at zero degrees. The formulas for distance to the screen are:Long throw lens distance (ft) = diagonal image size (ft) ÷ .25 Short throw lens distance (ft)...

55 Connection Pin Assignments NOTE: Pin assignments are not available for the CablePro connec- tor. HD 15 NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the pro- jector. Contact Boxlight for more information. 5 BNC NOTE: When all 5 BNCs are con- nected, th...

56 A p p e n d i x S-video NOTE: For model 9000-INT: To use video input, an optional video board must be installed in the projector. Contact Boxlight for more information. Wired remote 1. Ground 3. luminance 2. Ground 4. Chrominance 3 4 1 2 1. (inner circle) Ground 3. (outer circle) Remote power 2. ...

57 RS232 Terminal Specifications Communication configuration To control the projector from an LCD control panel, connect the RS232 cable and set your computer ’s serial port settings to match this communication configuration: Command format All commands consist of 3 alpha characters followed by a re...

58 A p p e n d i x A write request 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. Some com...

61 INDEX A accessories, ordering 47, 49, 58activation commands for laptop com- puters 49 adjusting balance 29bass 30color 28contrast 27fade 30Menu Position 28tint 27treble 30volume 25, 29 altitude limits 45annotating 24assistance. See Technical SupportAudio menu 29Audio menu options Balance 29Bass 3...