Page 2 - Maintenance
ii LitePro 580 User’s Guide Maintenance 47 Cleaning the lens 47 Cleaning the remote control 48 Cleaning the fan intake filter 49 Replacing the projection lamp 50 Replacing batteries in the remote control 52 Replacing the fuse 53 Troubleshooting 55 Before you call for assistance 55 Common problems an...
Page 3 - Safety summary; Do not look into the lens!
LitePro 580 User’s Guide iii Safety summary Please read these instructions before using your LitePro. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in fire, electrical shock, personal injury or damage to equipment. These graphics are used throughout this manual to draw your attention to imp...
Page 5 - Introduction
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 1 Introduction The In Focus Systems LitePro 580 is a multimedia projector designed for portability, durability, and ease of use. It displays the brightest and clearest images generated by your computer and video equip-ment. The LitePro 580 connects to most IBM-compatible and...
Page 6 - Unpacking the projector; Shipping Box Contents
Introduction 2 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Unpacking the projector The projector comes with the parts shown below. Check to make sure all are included. If any parts are missing, contact your dealer immedi-ately. If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Start card at the ...
Page 7 - LitePro 580—Front and rear view
Introduction LitePro 580 User’s Guide 3 temperature monitor projector control panel speakers elevator foot remote control receiver power switch handle lamp monitor operation monitor remote control lens zoom ring lens focus ring elevator foot button connector ports fan exhaust grill power cord connec...
Page 8 - Compatibility; IBM-compatible desktop and laptop systems
Introduction 4 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Compatibility The LitePro 580 is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices, including: • IBM-compatible desktop and laptop systems • Macintosh systems (including LC, Performa, Quadra, PowerBook, and Power Mac units) • Various VCRs, camcorde...
Page 9 - Cables and adapters; The LitePro 580 comes with these cables and adapters:; Usage guidelines; Do not expose the LitePro to moisture or dust.
Introduction LitePro 580 User’s Guide 5 Cables and adapters The LitePro 580 comes with these cables and adapters: • VGA cable, a Y-shaped cable that connects the LitePro to your computer and its monitor. Its ends are labeled “LCD,” “Monitor,” and “VGA.” • Two Macintosh adapters for the VGA cable. • ...
Page 10 - If you need assistance; through Friday. In Europe, call In Focus in The Netherlands at
Introduction 6 LitePro 580 User’s Guide If you need assistance The first place to look for help is in this manual. Check the chapter on “Troubleshooting” beginning on page 55. If this manual does not answer your question, call your In Focus dealer. You can also call In Focus Technical Support direct...
Page 11 - Setting up the LitePro 580; Getting started
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 7 Setting up the LitePro 580 This chapter describes how to position the LitePro for optimum viewing, how to connect computers and video equipment to the LitePro, and how to power up the projector. Getting started 1. Choose a location where you can dim the lighting. • To use ...
Page 12 - Positioning the projector; Computer Video
Setting up the LitePro 580 8 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Positioning the projector The distance from the LitePro 580 to the screen determines the size of the projected image. Use of the LitePro’s X1.4 zoom lens also affects screen size. The table below indicates the size of the screen image when using ...
Page 13 - Connecting a computer
Setting up the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 9 Connecting a computer Different computers require different connections. Connections to a Macintosh differ slightly from those to an IBM-compatible computer. Connections to a desktop unit differ from those to a laptop. The LitePro 580 works with ...
Page 14 - Connecting an IBM-compatible desktop computer; Unplug the monitor cable from the computer ’s graphic port.
Setting up the LitePro 580 10 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Connecting an IBM-compatible desktop computer 1. Plug the LCD connector on the VGA cable into the projector ’s Computer port. 2. Unplug the monitor cable from the computer ’s graphic port. 3. Plug the monitor cable that you just removed into the...
Page 15 - Connecting a Macintosh desktop computer; Unplug the monitor cable from the computer ’s monitor port.
Setting up the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 11 Connecting a Macintosh desktop computer 1. Attach one Mac adapter to the VGA connector and one Mac adapter to the MONITOR connector of the VGA cable. 2. Plug the LCD connector on the VGA cable into the projector ’s Computer port. 3. Unplug the m...
Page 16 - Connecting an IBM-compatible laptop computer; Turn on the projector and the laptop.
Setting up the LitePro 580 12 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Connecting an IBM-compatible laptop computer 1. Plug the LCD connector on the VGA cable into the projector ’s Computer port. 2. Plug the VGA connector on the VGA cable into the laptop’s graphics port. 3. Tighten the thumb screws on the connector...
Page 17 - Connecting a Macintosh PowerBook; Attach one Mac adapter to the VGA connector of the VGA cable.; Mac Adapter
Setting up the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 13 Connecting a Macintosh PowerBook 1. Attach one Mac adapter to the VGA connector of the VGA cable. 2. Plug the LCD connector on the VGA cable into the projector ’s Computer port. 3. Plug the VGA connector (with the Mac adapter) on the VGA cable i...
Page 18 - Connecting video equipment
Setting up the LitePro 580 14 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Connecting video equipment When connecting your VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, or other video source, use the A/V cable included with the projector and the LitePro 580’s ports marked “Video.” The projector also accommodates higher quality S-...
Page 19 - Connecting audio/video equipment; Optional S-Video Cable
Setting up the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 15 Connecting audio/video equipment 1. Plug the yellow connector of the audio/video cable into the “Video Out” or “To Monitor” port on your video equipment. To use the S-Video connection, plug the S-Video cable into the “S-Video Out” port. Your vid...
Page 20 - Connecting an external sound system; Optional Audio Cable
Setting up the LitePro 580 16 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Connecting an external sound system You can use an external public address system or an external self-amplified speaker system for presentations in large halls or lecture rooms. To connect the LitePro 580 to an external sound system, use an audi...
Page 21 - Connecting the remote control by cable; Optional Remote Control Cable
Setting up the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 17 Connecting the remote control by cable If the projector cannot receive the remote’s signal, as may be the case if you are using rear projection, you can connect the remote directly to the LitePro with a cable. The remote cable is an optional acc...
Page 22 - Powering up and adjusting the LitePro 580
Setting up the LitePro 580 18 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Powering up and adjusting the LitePro 580 1. Turn the power switch on. • Allow ten seconds for the image to appear and 25 seconds for full illumination. • The lamp monitor begins flashing green. Once the projector has warmed up, the lamp monitor...
Page 23 - Adjust the height of the projected image.
Setting up the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 19 4. Adjust the height of the projected image. • Raise the front of the projector to the desired angle. • Press the elevator foot buttons until each foot touches the tabletop. • Release the elevator foot buttons. • Fine tune the height by manually...
Page 24 - Adjust sync or brightness to fine tune the image.; Turning off the LitePro
Setting up the LitePro 580 20 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 5. Adjust sync or brightness to fine tune the image. 6. Adjust the volume with the volume control on the projector or the remote control if you have audio input. Turning off the LitePro If you want to turn off the projector for a short period of...
Page 25 - Using the LitePro 580; Basic functions; The projector has two modes of operation:; and; menu; Projector control panel; Display Mode Controls
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 21 Using the LitePro 580 This section explains how to operate the projector. It provides a reference to the projector and remote control buttons and the menu commands. Basic functions The projector has two modes of operation: display mode and menu mode . In display mode, whi...
Page 26 - Remote control
Using the LitePro 580 22 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Remote control To use the remote control, point it at the front or rear of the LitePro or at the projection screen. The range for optimum operation is within 30 degrees of the receiver at a distance of about 35 feet (10 meters). If you can’t aim the ...
Page 27 - Display mode controls; Lite Pro 580 basic display mode functions
Using the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 23 Display mode controls When your computer or video equipment is projecting an image, your projector is in display mode. The buttons on the projector or the remote control provide basic control of how the image is displayed. A summary of these controls...
Page 28 - Menu mode controls; controlling computer input and output (Computer menu); Menu
Using the LitePro 580 24 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Menu mode controls The LitePro 580’s on-screen menus allow you to adjust the projector ’s input, output, and operational settings. These include settings for: • controlling computer input and output (Computer menu) • controlling video input and outpu...
Page 29 - Using the menus; • The Computer menu appears at the bottom of the screen.
Using the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 25 Using the menus To make adjustments to the projector ’s settings, place the projector in menu mode, select the desired menu and menu item, and then change the setting. 1. To place the projector in menu mode, press “Menu” on the projector or the remot...
Page 30 - Reference to menu functions; Computer menu functions
Using the LitePro 580 26 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Reference to menu functions This menu is available only when the source of input is a computer. Computer menu functions Menu item Function Source Indicates input is from a computer or video equipment. Brightness Adjusts image brightness; increases or...
Page 31 - Video menu functions
Using the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 27 This menu is available only when the source of input is video equipment. Video menu functions Menu item Function Source Indicates input is from a computer or video equipment. Brightness Adjusts image brightness; increases or decreases the brightness ...
Page 32 - Display menu functions
Using the LitePro 580 28 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Display menu functions Menu item Function Source Indicates input is from a computer or video equipment. Horiz Adjusts the horizontal display position of the image. Vert Adjusts the vertical display position of the image. Menu Indicates where menu wil...
Page 33 - Audio menu functions
Using the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 29 Audio menu functions Menu item Function Source Indicates input is from a computer or video equipment. Volume Adjusts sound volume. Balance Adjusts sound balance between the left and right speaker. Audio Source Activates the audio input from the compu...
Page 34 - Options menu functions
Using the LitePro 580 30 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Options menu functions Menu item Function Source Indicates whether input is from a computer or video equipment. Prompt Displays temporarily at the top of the screen the source of the input. Backgnd Chooses the background pattern that is displayed whe...
Page 35 - Custom menu functions
Using the LitePro 580 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 31 Custom menu functions Menu item Function Source Indicates input is from a computer or video equipment. Pattern Enables the remote’s Custom button to blank the screen to a test pattern. Serial Enables the remote’s Custom button to activate LP Utilitie...
Page 36 - Using LP Utilities; Connecting your computer
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 33 Using LP Utilities The LitePro 580 projector provides even greater ease of use with LP Utilities, which include two software programs: LP-Link and LP Remote Programmer. LP-Link allows you to operate the projector directly from the computer. LP Remote Programmer allows you...
Page 37 - Installing the LP Utilities software; For IBM-compatible computers, running Microsoft Windows
Using LP Utilities 34 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 4. Turn on the projector, monitor, and computer. Installing the LP Utilities software To install the LitePro Utilities software, insert the LP Utilities diskette into your computer. For IBM-compatible computers, running Microsoft Windows : • Select Run...
Page 39 - Using the control icons; LP-Link control icons
Using LP Utilities 36 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Using the control icons The LP-Link function controls are the same as those on the projector and the remote. Select a button to change its setting. Select and hold down the mouse button to increase or decrease values. A list of the controls follows: LP-...
Page 40 - Using the adjustment control panels
Using LP Utilities LitePro 580 User’s Guide 37 Using the adjustment control panels LP-Link’s adjustment control panel allows you to adjust the projector ’s input, output, and operational settings. Adjusting the Computer settings 1. Double-click the Computer control panel icon. • The Computer setting...
Page 41 - Adjusting the Video settings
Using LP Utilities 38 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Adjusting the Video settings 1. Double-click the Video control panel icon. • The Video settings dialog box appears. 2. Make the desired changes. • Click any active arrow to increase or decrease a value. • Click an option button under Mode to select one ...
Page 42 - Adjusting the Audio settings
Using LP Utilities LitePro 580 User’s Guide 39 Adjusting the Audio settings 1. Double-click the Audio control panel icon. • The Audio settings dialog box appears. 2. Make the desired changes. • Click any arrow to increase or decrease a value. • Click the Loudness check box to select it. Click it aga...
Page 43 - Adjusting the Display settings
Using LP Utilities 40 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Adjusting the Display settings 1. Double-click the Display control panel icon. • The Display settings dialog box appears. 2. Make the desired changes. • Click an option button under Blank To to select one of three options. • Click any arrow to increase ...
Page 44 - Adjusting the Options settings
Using LP Utilities LitePro 580 User’s Guide 41 Adjusting the Options settings 1. Double-click the Options control panel icon. • The Options settings dialog box appears. 2. Make the desired changes. • Click an option button under Background to select one of three options. • Click any active arrow to ...
Page 45 - Adjusting the Custom settings
Using LP Utilities 42 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Adjusting the Custom settings 1. Double-click the Custom control panel icon. • The Custom Key settings dialog box appears. 2. Assign a function to the Custom key on the remote. • Click an option button to select one of four options. • Click “Reset” to r...
Page 46 - LP Remote Programmer Utility; Programmable buttons
Using LP Utilities LitePro 580 User’s Guide 43 LP Remote Programmer Utility LP Remote Programmer allows you to use the remote’s trackball as you do your computer ’s mouse, control presentation software as an electronic clicker, and customize buttons to carry out commands. It also provides button tem...
Page 47 - Macros and templates; • The text box at the top of the window displays the keystrokes
Using LP Utilities 44 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Macros and templates A sequence of keystrokes assigned to a button is called a macro. A set of macros is stored in a file called a template. You can create as many templates as you like: one for each presentation software application, for example. The f...
Page 48 - Mouse button
Using LP Utilities LitePro 580 User’s Guide 45 To type a macro: 1. Click the button you want to program. (You can also press Enter on an IBM-compatible computer or Select on a Macintosh to select a button to program.) • The text box at the top of the window displays the keystrokes that are already a...
Page 49 - Activating and verifying the template
Using LP Utilities 46 LitePro 580 User’s Guide To include non-character keys on Apple Macintosh computers: • Use the recording method as described on the previous page; simply press the keys you want to include. Open “Mouse/Special Buttons” in the Special menu to insert non-character keys. • If two ...
Page 50 - Cleaning the lens
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 47 Maintenance This section describes how to: • clean the lens • clean the air filter • replace the projection lamp • replace the batteries in the remote control • replace the fuse Do not open the LitePro case! Except for the projection lamp, there are no user- serviceable p...
Page 51 - Cleaning the remote control; Turn off the projector.
Maintenance 48 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Cleaning the remote control Avoid getting dirt, dust or hand lotion on the remote’s trackball. If the trackball gets dirty, it will not work properly. Follow these steps to clean the trackball and the remote control. 1. Turn off the projector. 2. Using 2 point...
Page 52 - Cleaning the fan intake filter
Maintenance LitePro 580 User’s Guide 49 Cleaning the fan intake filter The fan intake filters on the bottom and top of the projector catch dust and particles in the air. If a filter becomes clogged, the projector will not cool properly and may malfunction. To prevent this, clean the filters after ev...
Page 53 - Replacing the projection lamp
Maintenance 50 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Replacing the projection lamp If the lamp fails to come on and the lamp monitor on the projector lights in red, you must replace the bulb. Be sure to replace it with another metal halide lamp. You can order replacement lamps from In Focus. Refer to “Order info...
Page 55 - Replacing batteries in the remote control; Follow these steps to replace the batteries.
Maintenance 52 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Replacing batteries in the remote control The life of the remote 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 where the remote works. Follow t...
Page 56 - Replacing the fuse; Follow these steps to replace the fuse.
Maintenance LitePro 580 User’s Guide 53 Replacing the fuse A power surge or spike can blow the power supply fuse and cause the LitePro to stop working. If this happens, you’ll need to replace the fuse. Use only the specified power supply fuse. Using a different fuse may cause serious damage to the L...
Page 57 - Remove the blown fuse from the fuse holder.
Maintenance 54 LitePro 580 User’s Guide 4. Remove the blown fuse from the fuse holder. 5. Push the new fuse into the clips of the holder until it is securely seated. 6. Place the fuse holder back in position.
Page 58 - Troubleshooting; Before you call for assistance; Verify that all power is switched on.
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 55 Troubleshooting Do not open the LitePro case! Opening the case may cause electric shock! Except for the projection lamp, there are no user- serviceable parts inside. If you are having problems with your LitePro, read through this section. Call In Focus Technical Support i...
Page 59 - Common problems and solutions; Problem: Projector doesn’t turn on
Troubleshooting 56 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Common problems and solutions Problem: Projector doesn’t turn on • Make sure power cord is plugged in firmly. • Make sure projector is plugged in a live AC outlet or power strip. • Check to see that the projector is not too hot to operate and that the temp...
Page 60 - Problem: Only the test pattern is displayed
Troubleshooting LitePro 580 User’s Guide 57 Problem: Poor color • Adjust Brightness. • Adjust Color. • Adjust Tint. • Adjust Red, Green, and Blue. • Use a shorter cable between video source and the projector. • Verify that the projector is set to receive the appropriate video broadcast format. Probl...
Page 61 - Problem: Fuzzy vertical bars in image
Troubleshooting 58 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Problem: Fuzzy vertical bars in image • Adjust Tracking. • If your computer is a Macintosh, select the “Mac LC” box in the LitePro’s Computer menu (see page 26). • Make sure your cables are connected correctly and adjust signal synchronization from the rem...
Page 62 - Monitor lights; The projector has three lights that monitor its operations:; Operation
Troubleshooting LitePro 580 User’s Guide 59 Monitor lights The projector has three lights that monitor its operations: 1. Operation monitor—indicates the projector is on, is in Standby mode, or is receiving signals from the remote control. 2. Lamp monitor—indicates if lamp is warming up, lit, or coo...
Page 64 - Appendix; Compatibility and cabling
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 61 Appendix Compatibility and cabling The LitePro 580 provides an image resolution of 640 by 480 pixels with up to 16 million colors. It is compatible with various computer graphics and video formats. * Monochrome only; requires special cable. ** The LitePro 580 displays onl...
Page 65 - About computer video
Appendix 62 LitePro 580 User’s Guide • SECAM (Sequentiel Couleur à Mémoire)—a 50 Hz 768x576 resolution standard similar to PAL used in France, Eastern Europe, and some African and Middle Eastern countries. PAL and SECAM differ in the way color information is encoded on the broadcast signal. Video pr...
Page 66 - Specifications
Appendix LitePro 580 User’s Guide 63 Specifications The LitePro must be operated or stored within the limits of these specifications. Projection Lamp Type 150W 65V metal halide short-arc Life Average 600 hours to 50% of initial brightness Fuse Type 6.3A. 250V.T. 5x20mm Power Requirements 100-120 VAC...
Page 67 - Pin assignments; VGA Cable
Appendix 64 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Pin assignments VGA Cable The Y-shaped VGA cable that shipped with your LitePro has three connectors, they are labeled “Monitor,” “VGA,” and “LCD.” The pin assignments for these connectors are listed here. “LCD” Connector The end of the VGA cable that plugs into ...
Page 68 - Monitor” and “VGA” Connectors; Pin
Appendix LitePro 580 User’s Guide 65 Monitor” and “VGA” Connectors The pin assignments are the same for the “Monitor” and “VGA” connectors. The “Monitor” connector is a female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector. The “VGA” connector is a male video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector. The tabl...
Page 69 - Order information; Part Number
Appendix 66 LitePro 580 User’s Guide Order information The following In Focus products, used with the LitePro 580, can be ordered from your In Focus dealer. Standard Accessories (ship with LitePro) Part Number LitePro 580 User’s Guide 010-0097-xx Lens cover 340-0182-xx VGA cable 210-0014-xx Mac adap...
Page 70 - Laptop display activation chart
Appendix LitePro 580 User’s Guide 67 Laptop display activation chart The LitePro connects to a laptop computer through the computer ’s external monitor port. Most laptop computers do not automatically activate this port when a device such as the LitePro is connected. The following chart lists the co...
Page 73 - adapters; Index
LitePro 580 User’s Guide 71 A adapters Macintosh, for LitePro 2, 5Macintosh, for LP Utilities 2, 5 Adjust, remote button 22, 24, 25Audio menu 29Audio Source, menu item 29audio/video cable 2, 15 B Backgnd, menu item 30background pattern 30balance adjusting 29menu item 29 bass boost, See LoudnessBass,...
Page 74 - IBM-compatible computers
Index 72 LitePro 580 User’s Guide D Display menu 28display mode controls 23description 21 displaying source of input 31Dly on, menu item 30 E elevator foot 19external monitor port 67external speakers connecting 16using Fade 29 F Fade, menu item 16, 29flipping the image horizontally 28vertically 28 f...
Page 76 - projector
Index 74 LitePro 580 User’s Guide projector accessories 66adjusting 18control panel 21doesn’t turn on 56fuse 53maintenance 47monitor lights 59operating 21positioning 8shipping contents 2specifications 63turning off 20turning off temporarily 20turning on 18 Prompt, menu item 30, 31 R Rear Proj, menu ...
Page 77 - Video
Index LitePro 580 User’s Guide 75 V Vert, menu item 28vertical display,adjusting 28VGA cable attaching Mac adapter 11, 13connecting to LitePro 10–13pin assignments 64 Video control panel button 23menu 27remote button 23 video equipment, connecting 5, 14Video Mode, menu item 27Volume adjusting 29cont...