Ask Proxima M2+ User manual

User’s
Guide
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FCC Warning
This 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. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harm-
ful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Can-
ada.
Safety Certifications
UL, CUL, TUV, GOST
Other specific Country Approvals may apply, please see product certification
label.
EN 55022 Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interfer-
ence, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
InFocus reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time.
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Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation
27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA
European Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
We declare under our sole responsibility that the projector conforms to the follow-
ing directives and norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
EMC: EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 + A4: 1997
January, 2004
Trademarks
Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of
International Business Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. InFocus, ASK
Proxima, and LP are trademarks or registered trademarks of InFocus Corporation.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions iii
Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 1
Unpacking the Projector 1
Usage Guidelines 4
If You Need Assistance 4
Warranty 4
Setting up the Projector 5
Connecting a Computer 7
Connecting a Video Player 9
Powering up the Projector 11
Turning Off the Projector 14
Using the Projector 15
Basic Image Adjustment 15
Adjusting the Projector 15
Using the Remote Control 17
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 18
Using the On-Screen Menus 20
Basic Menu 21
Setup menu 23
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 29
Cleaning the Lens 29
Cleaning the Lamp Filter Screens 29
Replacing the Projection Lamp 30
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 32
Using the Security Lock 32
Troubleshooting 33
Appendix 37
Accessories 37
Projected Image Size 38
Index 39
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table of contents
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE
using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-
tions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and
may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please
save all safety instructions.
Safety Definitions:
•Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in personal injury.
•Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to your equipment.
Safety Symbols:
Attention: For information about usage of a feature, please
refer to the User’s Guide.
Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch.
An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector.
Warning: Turn the projector off, disconnect the power cord,
and wait 60 minutes before opening the lamp housing.
Safety Terms:
•Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the projector is
turned on.
•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the projector off
and unplug the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 60 min-
utes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions pro-
vided in this User’s Guide.
•Warning: Please use the power cord provided. Connect
the power cord to a receptacle with a protective safety
(earth) ground terminal.
•Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing your own projector will void the warranty.
•Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings.
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Safety Instructions
•Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may
damage your projector.
•Caution: Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct
sunlight.
•Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in
an approved case; see page 37 for a list of cases.
Important Operating Considerations for Safety
•Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15
degrees off axis.
•Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without any
obstructions to intake or exhaust vents. Do not place the projec-
tor on a tablecloth or other soft covering that may block the
vents.
•Locate the projector at least 4' (1.2 m) away from any heating or
cooling vents.
•Refer to this manual for proper startup and shutdown proce-
dures.
•In the unlikely event of the lamp rupturing, discard any edible
items placed in the surrounding area and thoroughly clean the
area along all sides of the projector. Wash hands after cleaning
the area and handling the ruptured lamp. This product has a
lamp which contains a very small amount of mercury. Dispose
of it as required by local, state or federal ordinances and regula-
tions. For more information see www.eiae.org.
Follow these instructions to help ensure image quality and lamp
life over the life of the projector. Failure to follow these instruc-
tions may affect the warranty. For complete details of the war-
ranty, see the Warranty section at the end of this user's guide.
Do not place objects in
this area on the back of the projector
2ft(.6m)
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INTRODUCTION
The ASK Proxima M2+™ is a projector specifically designed for
portability, connectivity, and collaboration. It is easy to connect,
easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain.
Image Resolution
The XGA resolution of the projected image is 1024x768. The pro-
jector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280x1024. If
your computer’s screen resolution is higher than 1280x1024, reset
it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector.
NOTE: The projector automati-
cally expands 640x480 and
800x600 images to 1024x768.
Compatibility
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and
video devices, including:
•IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1280x1024
resolution.
•Apple®Macintosh®and PowerBook®computers up to
1280x1024 resolution.
•Most standard VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cam-
eras, and laser disc players.
Unpacking the Projector
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to
make sure all are included. Contact your dealer immediately if
anything is missing.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the
Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For com-
plete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to
this User’s Guide. Electronic versions of this user’s guide in mul-
tiple languages are available on the included CD and on our web-
site at www.askproxima.com.
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Introduction
FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. Projector + lens cap 6. Audio cable
2. Remote control with batter-
ies
7. Computer cable
3. User’s Guide, Quick Start
card, and CD
8. SCART adapter *
4. Audio/Video (A/V) cable
5. Power cord *
* country-dependent
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45
6
7
8
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FIGURE 2
Front view of projector
FIGURE 3
Rear view of projector
FIGURE 4
Bottom view of projector
keypad
zoom r
i
ng
focus ring
remote control sensor (IR)
connectors
power connector
security lock
remote control sensor (IR)
adjustable foot
speaker
f
oot re
l
ease
lamp housing
leveling foot
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