Infocus LP 740 User Manual

iTABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Summary iiiIntroduction 1Image Resolution 1Compatibility 1Unpacking the Projector 1Usage Guidelines 4If You Need Assistan

6Setting up the ProjectorNOTE: Before you continue,make sure the projector and yourequipment are turned off. If you’reconnecting a computer, make sure

7Connecting a ComputerNOTE: To connect a workstation, use the appropriate adaptors between the computer and moni-tor cables. To connect a Macintosh co

8Setting up the ProjectorConnecting a Video Player1If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, you’ll need the audio and v

9Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the ImageNOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.1Remove the lens cap.2Plug the power

10Setting up the ProjectorNOTE: With some computers,the order in which you power upthe equipment is very important.Most computers should be turnedon l

11USING THE PROJECTORThis section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the remote and keypad bu

12Using the ProjectorThe projector is equipped with 2 self-locking foot adjuster but-tons (Figure 12). They can vary in length from 0 to 50mm, allow-i

13Using the Remote Control and Keypad ButtonsFIGURE 13KeypadFIGURE 14RemotePoint the remote control at the projection screen or at the front or rear o

14Using the ProjectorPowerThis turns the projector off and on. Press and hold the Power but-ton for 2 seconds to turn the projector off.Source (Comput

15Remote Control Only ButtonsAutoThis activates the automatic signal detection and image adjust-ment. When the adjustments are complete, you have the

iiTable of ContentsAppendix 33Specifications 33Accessories 34Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 35Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer

16Using the ProjectorUsing the On-Screen MenusThe projector has on-screen menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of setti

173Use the Arrow buttons ( and ) to adjust the desired set-ting.NOTE: The image control menu items are different for video and computer sources.4To

18Using the ProjectorHere is the menu structure:MAIN MENU FUNCTION SUBMENUImage Control Adjusts the projected image coming from dif-ferent sources.Inp

19Image controlAuto setup start Sync 25 ---+---Track 1234 ---+---Contarst 7 ---+---Brightness 7 ---+---Auto Adjust OFF ONResize

20Using the ProjectorAudio controlSUB MENU FUNCTIONVolume Adjusts the volumeMute Temporarily removes the soundBalance Balances the right and left so

21Custom setupNOTE: Serial set is used for RS-232 control from an external device. See “RS-232 Terminal Specifications” on page 43 for details.Menu Po

22Using the ProjectorInformationThis is a read-only menu that provides status on the projector and input source.SUBMENU FUNCTIONLamp Timer Shows the n

23Users memory SaveThis option saves your settings so you can quickly restore them later. You must turn off Auto Adjust (page 19) to use the memory sa

25MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTINGThis section describes how to:•clean the lens•clean the fan filter•replace the projection lamp •troubleshoot the pr

26Maintenance & TroubleshootingFIGURE 15Removing the filter door3Clean the filter.•Use a vacuum cleaner set on low power to remove the dust and di

iiiSAFETY SUMMARYPlease read these instructions carefully before using your LP 740. Failure to comply with them could result in fire, electrical shock

27FIGURE 16Removing the lamp doorCAUTION: Never operate the projector with the lamp door open or removed. This disrupts the air flow and causes the pr

28Maintenance & TroubleshootingFIGURE 18Installing a new lamp moduleWARNING: Do not drop thelamp module or touch the glassbulb! The glass may shat

29TroubleshootingProblem: Nothing on projection screen•Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a func-tional AC electrical outlet. Make

30Maintenance & Troubleshooting•You might need to turn everything off and power up the equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com-pute

31Problem: Image is out of focus•Turn the projection lens to focus the image.•Make sure the projection screen is at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from the proj

32Maintenance & TroubleshootingProblem: Lamp seems to be getting dimmer•The lamp begins to lose brightness when it has been in use for a long time

33APPENDIXSpecificationsThe LP 740 must be operated and stored within the temperature and humidity ranges specified. Temp er a t u reOperating0 to 35°

34AppendixAccessoriesNOTE: Use only In Focus-approved accessories. Otherproducts have not been tested withthe projector.Power Cords (one ships with pr

35Portable and Laptop Activation ChartMany laptop computers do not automatically turn on their exter-nal video port when a secondary display device su

36AppendixAustin Ctrl-Alt-comma Ctrl-Alt-commaAward FN-F6 FN-F6BCC* automatic reboot computerBondwell LCD or CRT options after bootupreboot for LCD or

ivSafety Summary GroundingThe projector is grounded through the grounding conductor on the power cord. To avoid electric shock, plug the power cord in

37Fujitsu FN-F10Gateway FN-F3FN-F1/FN-F1 again simul-taneousFN-F3FN-F1Grid* ** FN-F2, choose auto or simultaneousFN-F2Ctrl-Alt-Tab Ctrl-Alt-TabHitachi

38AppendixMagitronic FN-F4 FN-F4Mastersport FN-F2 FN-F1Micro Express* automatic warm rebootMicron FN-F2 FN-F2Microslate* automatic warm rebootMitsubis

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

40AppendixUsing Video Mirroring with a PowerBook ComputerWhen you turn video mirroring (called SimulScan in newer Pow-erBooks-see below) on, the proje

41Projected Image SizeUse the chart and tables to help you determine projected image sizes.FIGURE 19Projected image sizeTable 1: Image Size, Width and

42AppendixTable 2: Image Size, Width and Height for lens at Minimum Image SizeDistance to Screen (feet) Diagonal(inches)Width(inches)Height(inches)5.6

43RS-232 Terminal SpecificationsCommunication configurationTo control the LP 740 from your computer, connect the RS-232 cable and set your computer’s

44AppendixSupported commandsFunction Command MeaningPower PWR 1=ON, 0=OFFVolume LMP 1=Volume Up, 0=Volume DownMute MTE 1=Mute On, 0=Mute OffTrack TRC

45INDEXAaccessories, ordering 34activation commands for laptop com-puters 35adjustingaudio 19image 19volume 14adjustments, saving 23altitude limits 33

46IndexImage Control 19Invert modes 21Llabels on projector iiilampordering 34overheating ivreplacing 26safety iii–ivtimer 28turns off unexpectedly 32l

1INTRODUCTIONThe In Focus LP 740™ is a multimedia projector that packs SXGA graphics (1280x1024) with 16.7 million colors. It generates crisp, clear i

47Ssafety guidelines iii–ivsaving adjustments 23Serial settings 21service. See Technical SupportSimulScan, using with PowerBooks 40Sound modes 20Sourc

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

3FIGURE 2Side view of projectorFIGURE 3Back view of projector5lens capfoot adjuster buttonsspeakerskeypadhandleL RComputerData Out Data InAudio OutAud

4IntroductionUsage Guidelines•Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.•Do n

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