InFocus IN124 manual

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1 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: In Focus Corporation, 13190 SW 68th Parkway, Suite 200 , Portland, Oregon 97223-8368 USA We decl are und er our s ole resp on sibility that this p rojector c onforms to the following directives and norms: ErP Directive 2009/125/ EC EMC Directive 2 004/108/EC EMC: EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 61 000-3-2, EN 61000-[...]

2 Table of Contents Introduction 4 Positioning the projector 6 Connecting a computer source 7 VGA connection 7 HDMI connection 7 Connecting power 7 Optional computer connections 7 Displaying an image 8 Adjusting the image 9 Connecting a video device 10 Video device connections 10 Composite video co nnection 10 VGA connection 10 Component video conn[...]

3 Important Oper ating Cons iderations for Safety • Refer to this guide for proper startup and shutdown procedures. • Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the projecto r. • Place the projector in a ho rizontal position no greater t han 15 degrees off axis. • Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2 m) away from any heati[...]

4 Introduction Your new digital projector is simple to co nnect, easy to use, and strai ghtforward to maintain. It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough fo r business presentation s and home video viewing too. IN122 has nativ e SVGA 800 x 6 00 resolu tion, IN124 has native XGA 1024 x 768 resolution, and IN1 26 has native WXGA 1280 x 800 [...]

5 Connector panel The projector provides both co mputer and video connection optio ns, including: • VGA computer • Composite video •H D M I •S - v i d e o • USB mini B connector for firmware u pgrades and presentation slide control. • Monitor out, for VGA pass thro ugh to an external monitor. • Audio input for video and computer. • [...]

6 Positioning the projector To determine where to position the projector, co nsider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipmen t. He re are some general guidelin es: • Position the pro jector on a flat surface at a right angle t o the screen. IN122 an[...]

7 Connecting a computer source VGA connection Connect one end of the provided compu ter cable to the Computer in 1/Computer in 2 connector on the projecto r and the other to the VGA connector on your co mputer. If you are using a de sktop comp uter, you wil l need to discon nect the monitor cable fro m the computer’s video port f irst. HDMI conne[...]

8 Displaying an image Press the Power button. The Power LED lights blue, and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays. It can t ake up to a minute fo r the image to achieve full brightness. Note: When the feature, AC Power On, is enabled, th e projector autom atically turns o n when power is connected. This allows[...]

9 Adjusting the image If necessary, adjust th e height of the projector by rotat ing the elevator foot to extend the foot. If necessary, rotate the levelin g foot located at th e rear of th e projector. Avoid placin g your hand s near the hot exhaust vent at t he front of th e projecto r. Position the pr ojector the des ired distance from the scree[...]

10 Connecting a video device You can connect video devi ces such as VCRs, DVD pl ayers, camcorders , digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the project or. You can co nnect the audio directly to the proje ctor to get sound from the built-in speaker, or you can by pass the projector’s audio system and connect the au[...]

11 Shutting down the projector Auto Off Time The projector also has an Auto Off Time feat ure that automatically turns the proj ector off after no active sou rces are detected and no user interaction with the projector is performed for 30 minutes. By def ault, this feature is of f. You can change the length of time, see page 29 . Turning off the pr[...]

Problem Solution Result No start up screen Plug power cord into the projector press power button Startup Screen Correct image A Startup Screen Only start up screen appears Restart laptop Press the Source button activate laptop’s external port A A Computer image projected 12[...]

13 Problem Solution Result No computer image, just the words “Signal out of range” A Signal out of the range Press the Auto Image button on remote Adjust computer refresh rate (Windows 7: Control Panel > Display > Screen Resolution > Advanced Se ttings > Adapter tab). Varies per operating system. You may also need to set a different[...]

14 Image fuzzy or cr opped A A Change the computer's "Resolution" setting to match the projector's resolution (Windows 7: Control Panel > Display > Screen Resolution). Varies per operating system. A Image clear and not cropped Image not centered on screen Force Wide Phase Prevent PC Screen Saver Sync Threshold Tracking Hor[...]

15 Image not square Adjust Keystone on keypad Square image Image not sharp Aspect Ratio Auto Image Brightness Contrast Keystone Presets Sharpness Volume Ceiling Mount Advanced Menu ◄ Auto ► Execute 50 50 50 Presentation 50 50 Off ( Basic Menu ) MDL: IN122 FW: 0.13 Adjust Sharpness in the Basic Me nu Correct image Image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 [...]

A 16 Image upside down Aspect Ratio Auto Image Brightness Contrast Keystone Presets Sharpness Volume Ceiling Mount Advanced Menu ◄ Auto ► Execute 50 50 50 Presentation 50 50 Off ( Basic Menu ) MDL: IN122 FW: 0.13 Turn off Ceiling Mount in Basic menu Correct image Image reverse d left to right A Digital Zoom Horz Shift Vert Shift Magnify Level H[...]

17 The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation does not play on the screen A A B B Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop Embedded video plays correctly A B TEMP/LAMP POWER Overheat ing indicator Lamp won’t turn on, the projector is overheating Make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector and allow it to cool for one mi[...]

18 Still need assistance? If you need ass istance, visit our website at www.infocus.com /support or call us. See the Warranty/Safety booklet for su pport contact informatio n. This product is backed by a limite d warranty. An extended warrant y plan may be purchased from yo ur dealer. When sen ding the projector in for repair, we recomm end shippin[...]

19 Using the remote control The remote uses two (2) AAA batteries (not provided). They are easily installed by removing the cover from the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, sliding them in to place, and then replacing the co ver. Caution : • When replacing the remote batteries, be aware that using batteries other than A[...]

20 Using the audio Using the projector’s speakers Connect the audi o source to the Audio In co nnectors to hear audio through the projector speakers. Amplified speakers may also be connected to the project or using the Audio Out connecto r. To adjust the volume, pres s the Volume buttons on the remote. Troubleshooting Audio If you aren’t hearin[...]

21 Using the keypad buttons Most buttons are descri bed in detail in oth er sections, but here is an overview of their functions: Power –turns the proj ector on and off (page 8). Right arrow/Presets - Wh en the menu is displ ayed, the right arrow button na vi - gates through the menu. When the menu is not displayed, th is button cycles through av[...]

22 Optimizing computer images After the projector is running and the image is on the screen, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menu s. For general information on using the menus , see page 24. • Select default image settings using a preset appropriate to yo ur environment. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, or Brightness ( page 25 ). [...]

23 Optimizing video images After your video device is connected p roperly and the image is on the scree n, you can optimize the image using the onscreen menus. For general information on using the menus, see page 24. • Adjust the Keystone, Contrast, Brightness, Co lor, or Tint ( page 25 ). • Change the Aspect Ratio . Choose the option that best[...]

24 Using the menus 1 To open the menus, press the Menu button on the ke ypad or remote. (The menus automatically cl ose after 60 second s if no buttons are presse d.) Use the arrow buttons to move up and down to review the menu o ptions. 2 To enter a submenu, highlight the desi red submenu and pres s > on the keypad or Select on remot e. 3 To ad[...]

25 Basic Menu To adjust the following setti ngs, highlight the setting, use the right and left arrows to adjust the values. Aspect Ratio : Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. TV screens are usually 4:3. HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9. Select Auto to have the projector choose th e ratio. Choose Native to see the unmodified inp[...]

26 Advanced Menu Image: 3D Control: 3D Control: allows you to enjoy 3D (stereo scopic) content. Your projector supports two synchronization modes (External Sync and DLP Link™) for controlling LCD shutter glasses. In addition t o the projector, you will need a pair of 3D shutter glasses, 3D conten t, and 3D compatible source (and emit - ter). Ensu[...]

Image Setup Status/Service Basic Menu 3D Control... Color ... PC... Video... ( Advanced Menu ) MDL: IN122 FW: 0.13 Advanced Menu 27 Setup: Audio Setup... Intern al Spea ker : turns the internal s peaker on or off. Closed Captioning... Closed Captions : controls clo sed captioning. If the source is NTSC and contains captions o n the selected channel[...]

28 Lamp... Programmed Dimming : When enabled, Programmed Dimming enhances con - trast ratios in dark scenes and disables Lamp Low Power. Program med Dim - ming will impact l amp life and system noise performance. Programm ed Dimming works in con junction with the lamp. If Lamp Low Power is enabled, Programmed Dimming i s unavailable. Lamp Low Power[...]

29 Timer Auto Off Time : automatically t urns the projector o ff after no signals are detected for a preset number of minutes. If an active signal is received b efore the projector powers do wn, the image will be displayed. High Altitude Setting High Altitude Setting : We recommend yo u turn on the High Altitude Mode when your environment is betwee[...]

30 Maintenance Cleaning the lens 1 Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. • Projector must be off and the lens must be at ro om temperature. • Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the cleaner directly to the lens. A brasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2 Lig[...]

31 Replacing the projection lamp The Lamp Hours timer in the Projector Info me nu counts the number of hours the lamp has been in use. Twenty ho urs before the lamp life expires, the message “Replace lamp” appears on the screen at startup. • NOTE : Be sure to us e the InFocus lamp module designed for thi s projector. You can order new lamps f[...]

32 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. 2 Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to cool tho roughly. 3 Remove the lamp door, located on top of the projector, by removing the screw on the side of the lamp door, sliding the doo r forward, and lift ing the lamp door off. 4 Loosen the captive screws that attach the lamp housing to the p[...]

33 INDEX Numerics 3D Sync Invert 26 A AC Power On 28 Aspect Ratio 25 Audio In Computer connector 7 Auto Image 25 Auto Off Time 29 Auto Source 28 AV Mute 27 B Blank Key 27 Blank Screen 27 Brightness 25 C Cable box 10 Ceiling Mount 27 Closed Captions 27 Color Space 26 Computer In connector 7 Connecting Video device 10 Contac ting InF ocus 18 Contrast[...]

34 Red/Green/Blue Gain 26 Red/Green/Blue Offset 26 Remote control 19 Resetting the projector 29 S Screen Aspect 10 Search Screen 28 Service 29 Set Black Level... 26 Sharpness 25 Show Messages 28 Source 27 Source Info 27, 29 Sync Threshold 26 T Tint 26 Tracking 26 Troubleshooting 11 TV tuner 10 U USB 5 V Vert Shift 27 Vertical Position 26 Volume 25 [...]