InFocus XS1 - Manual

Introduction 5 Projector exterior view 1. Lamp cover 2. Vent (heated air exhaust) 3. Projection lens 4. Quick-release button 5. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 6 for details.) 6. Focus ring 7. Vent (cool air intake) 8. Front IR remote sensor 9. AC power cord inlet 10. Kensing...

Introduction 6 Controls and functions Projector 1. Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. See "Fine-tuning the image clarity" on page 29 for details. 2. TEMPerature warning light Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. See "Indicators" on page 56 ...

Introduction 7 Remote control 1. Power Toggles the projector on or off.See "Starting up the projector" on page 22 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 42 for details. 2. FREEZE Freezes the projected image. See "Freezing the image" on page 39 for details. 3. Left When the...

Introduction 8 Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance bet...

Positioning your projector 9 Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations: Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and pos...

Positioning your projector 10 Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size. 4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (wides...

Positioning your projector 11 InFocus has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the perpendicular horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance), and the ver...

Connection 13 Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included ...

Connection 15 Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the D-SUB OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable by following the instructions below. To connect the pro...

Connection 16 Connecting Video source devices This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cable connections are recommended for Video presentations. You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the fo...

Connection 17 Connecting a DVI source device The projector provides a DVI input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI source device like a DVD player, or a VGA output device like a notebook or desktop computer. There are three types of DVI connectors: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I. The DVI-I socke...

Connection 19 Connecting a Component Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the dev...

Connection 20 Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the pr...

Connection 21 Connecting a composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the dev...

Operation 22 Operation Starting up the projector 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the Power indicator on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. 2. Remove the lens cover. If it is left on, it...

Operation 23 Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language first. 1. Press Menu/Exit on the projector or remote c...

Operation 24 Securing the projector Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector. See item 10 o...

Operation 25 Setting a password Once a password has been set and the power on lock is activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started. Once a password has been set and the splash screen lock is activated, you cannot change the splash...

Operation 26 Entering the password recall procedure Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local service center to decode the number. You may ...

Operation 27 ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays for your retry. You can press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try another password. Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the...

Operation 28 Changing Color Space In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s DVI-D input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV . To do this:1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the SOURCE menu is highl...

Operation 29 Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: 1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front...

Operation 30 Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually co...

Operation 31 Magnifying and searching for details on the projected picture If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture. • Using the remote control 1. Press Digital Zoom +/- to display the Zoom bar. Press Digit...

Operation 32 Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. With the advent of digital signal processing, dig...

Operation 33 Optimizing the image Selecting a picture mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a operation mode that suits your need, you can follow one of the following s...

Operation 34 Setting the User 1/User 2 mode There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/2 ) as a starting point and customize the settings. 1. Press Menu/Exit to open the On-Screen D...

Operation 35 Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available when User 1 or User 2 is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs. Adjusting Brightness Highlight Brightness in the PICTU...

Operation 36 Adjusting BrilliantColor™ Highlight BrilliantColor™ in the PICTURE menu and select by pressing / on the projector or remote control. This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant color...

Operation 38 Setting the presentation timer The presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: 1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and pre...

Operation 39 To cancel the timer, perform the following steps. 1. Enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off . Press Mode/Enter . A confirmation message displays. 2. Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You will see the message “ Timer is Off ” displaying ...

Operation 40 Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. The word ' BLANK ' appears in the corner of the screen while the image is hidden. When this function is activated with an audi...

Operation 41 Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker. Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 13 for how the audio input is connected. Muting the sound To temporarily turn o...

Operation 42 Shutting down the projector 1. Press Power and a confirmation message will display prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. 2. Press Power a second time. The Power indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will ...

Operation 43 Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Options 1. DISPLAY Wall Color Off / Light Yellow / Pink / Light Green / Blue / Blackboard Aspect Ratio 4:3 / 16:9 / Auto / Real KeystonePositionPh...

Operation 45 DISPLAY menu SOURCE menu FUNCTION (default setting/ value) DESCRIPTION Wall Color ( Off ) Correct the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" on page 35 for details. Aspect Ratio ( Auto ) There are fou...

Operation 46 PICTURE menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Preset Mode (PC/DVI-A/DVI-D: Brightest ; YPbPr/ S-Video/ Video: Standard ) Pre-defined pict...

Operation 47 SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Presentation Timer Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 38 for details. Language Sets the language for the On-Screen Disp...

Operation 48 SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Quick Cooling ( On ) Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90-second duration to approximately 30 seconds. Hi...

Operation 49 INFORMATION menu This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector. Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Current System Status Source Shows the current...

Maintenance 50 Maintenance Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. Cleaning the lens Clean th...

Maintenance 51 Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in...

Maintenance 52 Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. CAUTION...

Maintenance 53 Replacing the lamp WARNING Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord before changing the lamp. • To reduce the risk of severe ...

Maintenance 56 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Orange Orange The projector has just been connected to a power outlet or the lamp door is open. Orange Off Off Stand-by mode. Green Flashing Off Off Powering up. Green Off Off Normal operation. Orange Flashi...

Troubleshooting 57 Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. No picture Blurred image Remote control does not work The password is incorrect Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cable. Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outle...

Specifications 58 Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F=2.42 (fixed) Lamp 200 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 3.2A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)Power consumption ...

Specifications 59 Dimensions 274.87 mm (W) x 131.30 mm (H) x 304.99 mm (D) Timing chart Supported timing for PC (including DVI-D) input 274.87 304.99 131.30 48.57 74.30 Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Frequency (MHz) Mode 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 VGA_60 37.8...

Specifications 60 Supported timing for Component-YP b P r input Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Signal Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480i(525i)@60Hz 15.73 59.94 480p(525p)@60Hz 31.47 59.94 576i(625i)@50Hz 15.63 50.00 576p(625p)@50Hz 31.25 50.00 720p(750p)@60...

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