InFocus LP 740 - Manuals

1 INTRODUCTION The In Focus LP 740™ is a multimedia projector that packs SXGA graphics (1280x1024) with 16.7 million colors. It generates crisp, clear images using a new and innovative reflective technology. The LP 740 is ideal for high-performance business, engineering and imaging applications that...

2 I n t r o d u c t i o n NOTE: The contents of your shipping box may var y depending on the projector configuration you’ve ordered. F IGURE 1 Shipping box contents 1. LP 740 projector with lens cap 6. SGI adapters 2. power cord 7. S-video cable 3. LP 740 User’s Guide 8. computer cable 4. remote con...

3 F IGURE 2 Side view of projector F IGURE 3 Back view of projector 5 lens cap foot adjuster buttons speakers keypad handle L R Computer Data Out Data In Audio Out Audio In Remote RS-232 Video Computer L R S C Audio In Video In L R powercordconnector vent fan connector panel IR receiver

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. Restricting the air flow can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must wait ...

5 SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR 1 Place the projector on a flat surface parallel to the floor. • The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer. F IGURE 4 Placing the projector 2 Position the projector the desired distance from the screen. The d...

6 S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the projector and your equipment are turned off. If you’re connecting a computer, make sure the distance between it and the projector is 6 feet or less. F IGURE 6 Connector panel L R Computer Data Out Data In Audio Out ...

7 Connecting a Computer NOTE: To connect a workstation, use the appropriate adaptors between the computer and moni- tor cables. To connect a Macintosh computer, you must purchase the appropriate adaptors. 1 (Desktop models only) Locate the cable that connects the monitor to your computer. Unplug it ...

8 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 1 If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, you’ll need the audio and video cables. • If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video con-nector, you’ll need the S-video cable and the audio cabl...

9 Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image NOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector. 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Plug the power cord into the back of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is recommended if power surges are...

10 S e t t i n g u p t h e P r o j e c t o r NOTE: With some computers, the order in which you power up the equipment is ver y impor tant. Most computers should be turned on last, after all other peripherals have been turned on. Refer to your computer’s documentation to determine the correct order. ...

11 USING THE PROJECTOR This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the remote and keypad buttons and the options available from the on-screen menus. NOTE: In Focus has created a software program called In Focus Presents that automatically ...

12 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r The projector is equipped with 2 self-locking foot adjuster but-tons (Figure 12). They can vary in length from 0 to 50mm, allow-ing you to adjust the angle of projection. To raise the projector: 1 Press and hold the foot adjuster buttons (Figure 12). 2 Raise the ...

13 Using the Remote Control and Keypad Buttons F IGURE 13 Keypad F IGURE 14 Remote Point the remote control at the projection screen or at the front or rear of the 740. The range for optimum operation is 30 feet. Power Power Source Resize Track Sync Volume Menu Enter Lamp Check MODEL LP740 - RC - 01...

15 Remote Control Only Buttons Auto This activates the automatic signal detection and image adjust-ment. When the adjustments are complete, you have the option of sending them to the projector or returning to the previous set-tings. Bright Press this button to open the Brightness control to brighten...

16 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Using the On-Screen Menus The projector has on-screen menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustments aren’t available directly from the remote or keypad. To open the on-screen menus, 1 Press the Menu but...

17 3 Use the Arrow buttons ( and ) to adjust the desired set- ting. NOTE: The image control menu items are different for video and computer sources. 4 To save the new setting and return to the previous menu, move the cursor to Save Exit and press the Enter button. To cancel the changes in the settin...

19 Image control Auto setup start Sync 25 ---+--- Track 1234 ---+--- Contarst 7 ---+--- Brightness 7 ---+--- Auto Adjust OFF ON Resize OFF ON Save Exit Exit More IMAGE CONTROL COMP 1/2 More H-Position ---+--- V-Position ---+--- H-Size ||..... V-Size ||..... Color Balance Submenu Save Exit Cancel IMA...

20 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Audio control SUB MENU FUNCTION Volume Adjusts the volume Mute Temporarily removes the sound Balance Balances the right and left sound output Bass Adjusts the bass Treble Adjusts the treble Sound mode Stereo enhance modes: Enhances the audio source. Linear : Norm...

21 Custom setup NOTE: Serial set is used for RS-232 control from an external device. See “RS-232 Terminal Specifications” on page 43 for details. Menu Posi View Source OFF ON Image Mode Submenu Power Save Submenu Serial Set Submenu Smooth Mode OFF ON Remote Wireless Wired Save Exit Cancel CUSTOM SET...

22 U s i n g t h e P r o j e c t o r Information This is a read-only menu that provides status on the projector and input source. SUBMENU FUNCTION Lamp Timer Shows the number of hours the lamp has been in use. Input Signal Shows the Input Source: Computer or Video or S-Video Rev. Shows the revision ...

26 M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g F IGURE 15 Removing the filter door 3 Clean the filter. • Use a vacuum cleaner set on low power to remove the dust and dirt. 4 Re-install the filter. Replacing the Projection Lamp WARNING: To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at...

27 F IGURE 16 Removing the lamp door CAUTION: Never operate the projector with the lamp door open or removed. This disrupts the air flow and causes the projector to overheat. 5 Loosen the two non-removable screws on the outside of the module. 6 Remove the module (Figure 17). F IGURE 17 Removing the ...

28 M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g F IGURE 18 Installing a new 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 g...

30 M a i n t e n a n c e & T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g • You might need to turn everything off and power up the equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com-puter ’s documentation to determine the correct order. • Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See the “Por...

34 A p p e n d i x Accessories NOTE: Use only In Focus- approved accessories . Other products 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) Part Number LP 740 Quick Star t c...

35 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...

40 A p p e n d i x 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...

41 Projected Image Size Use the chart and tables to help you determine projected image sizes. F IGURE 19 Projected image size Table 1: Image Size, Width and Height for lens at Maximum Image Size Distance to Screen (feet) Diagonal (inches) Width (inches) Height (inches) 5.6 42 33 26 10 73 57 46 15 10...

42 A p p e n d i x Table 2: Image Size, Width and Height for lens at Minimum Image Size Distance to Screen (feet) Diagonal (inches) Width (inches) Height (inches) 5.6 29 23 18 10 51 40 32 15 76 60 48 20 101 79 63 25 126 99 79 30 151 118 94 35 176 138 110 40 201 157 126 45 226 177 141 50 251 197 157

43 RS-232 Terminal Specifications Communication configuration To control the LP 740 from your computer, connect the RS-232 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 request, a...

45 INDEX A accessories, ordering 34activation commands for laptop com- puters 35 adjusting audio 19image 19volume 14 adjustments, saving 23altitude limits 33assistance. See Technical SupportAudio Control 19auto adjustments 15 B buttons on keypad 14 C cables audio 7composite video 8ordering 34power i...