Infocus LP770 User Manual

Copyright © 1999 by InFocusWilsonville, Oregon. All rights reserved.

3FIGURE 2Projector overviewUsage Guidelines• Do not look directly into the projection lens when the lamp is turned on. The bright light may harm your

4IntroductionIf You Need AssistanceThe first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 34

5SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR1Place the projector on a flat surface.•The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power source and within 6 feet (1.

6Setting up the ProjectorNOTE: Before you continue,make sure the projector isunplugged and your equipment isturned off. If you’re connecting acomputer

7Connecting a Computer1(Desktop models only) Locate the cable that connects your monitor to your computer. Unplug it from the computer.2Plug one end o

8Setting up the ProjectorDo you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s remote or keypad?If your computer has a USB connector and is

9FIGURE 7Connecting a mouse via the PS/2 connectorIf your Macintosh computer has an ADB connector, use the ADB mouse adapter and the RS-232 cable.NOTE

10Setting up the ProjectorConnecting a Video PlayerThe LP770 has 3 different connections for video players: S-video, composite video, and BNC (the S-v

114Plug the audio cable’s white connector into the Left Audio connector on the projector; plug the audio cable’s red connec-tor into the Right Audio c

12Setting up the Projector6Turn on your computer. NOTE: With some computers,the order in which you power upthe equipment is very important.Most comput

FCC WarningThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Thes

13USING THE PROJECTORThis section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote bu

14Using the ProjectorFIGURE 10Remote controlNOTE: To control the computer’smouse from the projector’s remoteor keypad, you must connect themouse cable

15Adjusting the ProjectorTo focus the image, press the Zoom/Focus button on the remote or keypad. “Focus” appears on the screen. Press the adjacent “+

16Using the ProjectorUsing the Keypad and Remote ButtonsThis section provides a reference to the keypad and remote but-tons.FIGURE 12KeypadFIGURE 13Re

17Auto PositionNOTE: Some screen savers inter-fere with Auto Position. If you’re experiencing problems, try turning your screen saver off.Press this b

18Using the ProjectorPress Video to display the image from your video player. Press Video again to toggle between video 1 and video 2.Zoom/FocusTo foc

19Volume + or - •To increase the volume, press +. The volume control bar appears on the screen. The bar disappears 10 seconds after you release the vo

20Using the ProjectorUsing the On-Screen MenusThe projector has five menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings.

21Picture Menu FIGURE 16Picture menuContrastThe contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adju

22Using the Projector FIGURE 17Color temperature sub-menuSharpnessThe sharpness setting adjusts the edges of a computer image.•Press the left arrow bu

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23Audio Menu FIGURE 18Audio menuBassThe bass setting controls the low frequencies of your audio source. NOTE: Bass and treble adjust-ments do not affe

24Using the ProjectorInstallation Menu FIGURE 19Installation menuImage ReverseNOTE: To order the LP770Ceiling Mount, see “OptionalAccessories” on page

25Auto Power OffThis option lets you select how long the lamp stays on after no source is detected. After the specified time, the lamp goes out and th

26Using the ProjectorCinema ModeNOTE: Use this feature onlywhen viewing movies. Images fromother sources may be degraded.This option corrects line gap

27Signal MenuFIGURE 21Signal menuNOTE: Some screen savers inter-fere with signal detection. If you’re experiencing problems, try turning your screen s

28Using the ProjectorNOTE: The Fine Sync,Tracking, Horiz. Position andVert. Position options areavailable only for computersources. The projector sets

29MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTINGThis section describes how to:•clean the lens•clean the air filters•replace the projection lamp •replace the batter

30Maintenance & TroubleshootingFIGURE 23Filter doors2Turn the projector over and remove the larger filter door. •Press the door’s tab and lift out

31FIGURE 25Removing the filter door7Use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the filter, then reinstall the filter.Replacing the Projection LampWA

32Maintenance & TroubleshootingFIGURE 27Removing the screws on the lamp module5Lift up the metal handle and pull the module out (Figure 28).FIGURE

iTABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Instructions iiiIntroduction 1Image Resolution 1Compatibility 1Unpacking the Projector 1Usage Guidelines 3If You Need Ass

33Replacing the Batteries in the Remote ControlThe life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you use the remote. Symptoms of low battery

34Maintenance & TroubleshootingTroubleshootingLED indicatorsProblem: Nothing on projection screenNOTE: If you accidentally use theMain power switc

35Problem: Color or text not being projected•You might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the text is visible. Refer to “Brightness” on pa

36Maintenance & TroubleshootingProblem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen•Adjust the zoom or projector placement.•Adjust the resolution of yo

37Problem: Projected colors don’t match the computer or video player’s colors•Just as there are differences in the displays of different moni-tors, th

39APPENDIXSpecificationsThe LP770 must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Tem p e r a t ureOperating41 to 10

40AppendixAccessoriesNOTE: Use only InFocus-approved accessories. Otherproducts have not been tested withthe projector.Power Cords (one ships with pro

41NOTE: You can purchase these items by contacting your dealer or InFocus Catalog Sales at 1-800-660-0024.Optional AccessoriesLP770 Deluxe Carry Case

42AppendixPortable and Laptop Activation ChartNOTE: Visit our website atwww.infocus.com for the mostcurrent activation chart. It islocated in the Tech

iiTable of ContentsMaintenance & Troubleshooting 29Cleaning the Lens 29Cleaning the Air Filters 29Replacing the Projection Lamp 31Replacing th

43Compaq* ** Ctrl-Alt-< Ctrl-Alt->FN-F4 FN-F4automatic automaticmode/? (for setup option) mode/? (for setup option)Compuadd* ** automatic automa

44AppendixIBM ThinkPad** reboot, enter setup menu FN-F2FN-F7, select choice from setup menuFN-F1, select choiceFN-F5, select choicePS/2 SC select choi

45* These manufacturers have models that automatically send video to the external CRT port when some type of display device is attached.** These manuf

46AppendixUsing Video Mirroring with a PowerBook ComputerWhen you turn video mirroring (called SimulScan in newer Pow-erBooks—see below) on, the proje

47Projected Image SizeNOTE: Use the graph and tables to help you determine projected image sizes.FIGURE 30Projected image sizeNOTE: Visit our website

49INDEXAaccessories, ordering 40, 41activation commands for laptop com-puters 42adjustingbass 23brightness 21color 22contrast 21tint 22volume 19adjust

50IndexFfine sync 27fuzzy lines 28HHDTV 11Hold Begin/End 28IIBM-compatible computerscompatibility 1connecting 7iconson the projector 16imageadjusting

51Oon-screen menusdisplaying 20making changes to menu functions 20removing from the screen 20Option menu optionsCinema Mode 26Language 26Menu Position

52IndexTTechnical Supportin Europe 4in Singapore 4in USA 4information to have on hand before you call 37temperature limits 39test pattern 35Test Signa

iiiSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPlease read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-t

LIMITED WARRANTYInFocus (“InFocus”) warrants that each LP770 (“the Product”) sold hereunder will conform to and function in accordance with the writte

Part Number 010-0222-00

ivSafety InstructionsSafety Terms:•Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the lamp is turned on.•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the proje

1INTRODUCTIONThe InFocus® LP770™ multimedia projector combines powerful and sophisticated features with easy-to-use, intuitive controls. Built-in mult

2IntroductionNOTE: The contents of yourshipping box may vary dependingon the projector configurationyou’ve ordered.FIGURE 1Shipping box contents1. LP7