BOXLIGHT XD-5m User manual

BOXLIGHT
XD-5m
USERS GUIDE
Free phone within these areas:
United Kingdom: 0800-762-575
Germany: 0800-180-8381
France: 0800-9132-88
USA and Canada: 800-762-5757
Direct Phone:
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19332 Powder Hill Place
Poulsbo, WA 98370-7407 USA
www.boxlight.com

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. The typ-
ical use is in a conference room, meeting room or auditorium.

Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: Boxlight
19332 Powder Hill Place, Washington, USA
We declare under our sole responsibility that the XD-5m Projector conforms to the
following directives and norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
EMI: EN 55022 (1992) Class A
EMC: EN 50082-1 (1992)
IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4
Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3: 1995
July, 1999
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. MicroSaver and Kensington are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Kensington Microware Limited. Microsoft, Power-
Point, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corpo-
ration. Digital Light Processing 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 9
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 11
Turning Off the Projector 12
Using the Projector 13
Basic Image Adjustment 13
Using the Remote Control 13
Adjusting the Projector 15
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 16
Using the On-Screen Menus 18
Display Menu 19
Audio Menu 20
Image Menu 21
Controls Menu 23
Language Menu 25
Status Menu 26
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 27
Cleaning the Lens 27
Replacing the Projection Lamp 27
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 30
Using the Kensington Lock 30
Troubleshooting 31

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Table of Contents
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 lamp is
turned on.
•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the projector off by
unplugging the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30
minutes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions
provided 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. See the fol-
lowing page for the customer service contact information.
•Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings.

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Safety Instructions
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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 InFocus-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 behind the projector and discard
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 behind the projector
2ft (.6m)

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INTRODUCTION
The Boxlight®XD-5m is specifically designed for the mobile pre-
senter. It packs XGA 1024x768 graphics with 16.7 million colors
into a small, 4.8 pound package. It generates crisp, clear images
using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology. The XD-5m is
easy to connect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to main-
tain.
NOTE: The projector automati-
cally expands 640x480 and
800x600 images to 1024x768.
You can display these images at
their native resolutions by turning
off the Auto Resize feature. See
“Auto Resize” on page 21 for
more information.
Image Resolution
The XGA resolution of the XD-5m’s projected image is 1024x768.
The projector cannot compress screen resolutions above
1024x768. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than
1024x768, 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 1024x768
resolution.
•Apple Macintosh and PowerBook computers up to 1024x768
resolution.
•Most standard VCRs, DVD players, camcorders 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
NOTE: The contents of your
shipping box may vary depending
on the projector configuration
you’ve ordered.
FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. XD-5m projector + lens cap 6. VESA computer cable
2. Soft carry case 7. Audio cable adapter
3. User’s Guide and quick start
card 8. Audio cable
4. Power cord 9. Composite video cable
5. Remote control 10. PS/2 mouse cable
11. USB mouse cable
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