BOXLIGHT XD-10m User manual

Copyright © 2001 by BOXLIGHt
Poulsbo, Washington. All rights reserved.

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, TÜV, NOM
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.

Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: BOXLIGHT
19332 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, Washington, USA
We declare under our sole responsibility that the XD-10m projector conforms to
the following 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
March, 2001
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. Digital Light Pro-
cessing is a trademark or registered trademark of Texas Instruments.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions iii
Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 1
Unpacking the Projector 1
Usage Guidelines 3
If You Need Assistance 4
Warranty 4
Setting up the Projector 5
Connecting a Computer 7
Connecting a Video Player 8
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 9
Turning Off the Projector 9
Using the Projector 11
Basic Image Adjustment 11
Adjusting the Projector 11
Using the Remote Control 13
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 14
Using the On-Screen Menus 16
Display Menu 17
Image Menu for Computer Sources 19
Image Menu for Video Sources 21
Control Menu 22
Advanced Menu 23
Language Menu 24
Status Menu 25
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 27
Cleaning the Lens 27
Replacing the Projection Lamp 27
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 31
Using the Security Lock 31
Troubleshooting 32

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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Appendix 35
Specifications 35
Accessories 36
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 38
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 43
Projected Image Size 44
Index 45

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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.
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 30 min-
utes before opening the lamp access grill. Follow all instruc-
tions provided in this User’s Guide.
•Warning: Please use the power cord provided.
•Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the fol-
lowing page for the customer service contact information.
•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 a
BOXLIGHT-approved case; see page 37 for a list of cases.
Important Operating Considerations
Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering
that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb ruptur-
ing, thoroughly clean the area in front of the projector and dis-
card any edible items placed in that area.
Customer Service
If you need assistance, call BOXLIGHT at 1-800-762-5757 or
360-779-7901.
Do not place objects in
this area in front of the projector
2ft(.6m)

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INTRODUCTION
The BOXLIGHT®XD-10m™ digital projector is specifically
designed for the mobile presenter. It generates crisp, clear images
using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology, and features
an M1-DA type DVI connector for easy, built-in digital/analog
and USB connectivity. It is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to
transport, and easy to maintain.
Image Resolution
NOTE: The projector automati-
cally expands 640x480 and
800x600 images to 1024x768.
You can display these images at
their native resolutions using the
Resize option in the Image menu.
See page 19 for more information.
The XGA resolution of the XD-10m’s projected image is 1024x768.
The projector 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.
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.
NOTE: The projector is compati-
ble with 1080i and 720P HDTV
formats.
•Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcord-
ers 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 BOXLIGHT 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.

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Introduction
FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. XD-10m digital projector +
lens cap
5. Remote control
2. Soft carry case 6. Analog computer cable
3. User’s Guide and Quick Start
card
7. Composite video cable
4. Power cord 8. S-video cable
data
video
keystone
forward
backward
menu/select
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