InFocus LP280 User manual

LP280/290
™
USER’S
GUIDE
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Copyright © 2001 by InFocus Corporation
Wilsonville, Oregon. 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, IRAM, GOST R
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: InFocus Corporation
27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USA
European Office: Olympia 1, NL-1213 NS Hilversum, The Netherlands
We declare under our sole responsibility that the LP280 and LP290 projectors con-
form to the following directives and norms:
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
EMC: EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 + A4: 1997
May, 2001
Australian Certification C-tick mark
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 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 2
Unpacking the Projector 2
Usage Guidelines 5
If You Need Assistance 5
Warranty 6
Setting up the Projector 7
Connecting a Computer 9
Connecting a Video Player 11
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 13
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 21
Basic Menu 22
Setup menu 24
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 29
Cleaning the Lens 29
Cleaning the Dust Filters 29
Replacing the Projection Lamp 31
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 32
Using the Security Lock 33
Troubleshooting 34

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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Appendix 39
Specifications 39
Accessories 40
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 42
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 47
Projected Image Size 48
Index 49

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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 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. 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
an InFocus-approved case; see page 41 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 back of the projector and discard
any edible items placed in that area.
Customer Service
If you need assistance, call InFocus Customer Service directly at
1-800-799-9911. Support is free between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST,
Monday through Friday. Support is available in North America
after hours and weekends for a fee at 1-888-592-6800.
Or, send us an e-mail at [e-mail].
In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at (31) 35-6474010.
In Asia, call InFocus in Singapore at (65) 353-9449.
Do not place objects in
this area in back of the projector
2ft(.6m)

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INTRODUCTION
The InFocus®LP280™ and LP290™ multimedia projectors are
specifically designed for multipurpose use. They are easy to con-
nect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy to maintain. The
LP280 has native SVGA 800x600 resolution, the LP290 has XGA
1024x768 resolution. The user interfaces of the two products are
identical; information in this user’s guide applies to both prod-
ucts.
Image Resolution
NOTE: The LP280 automatically
expands 640x480 images to
800x600.
LP280
The SVGA resolution of the LP280’s projected image is 800x600.
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.
LP290
The XGA resolution of the LP290’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.
NOTE: The LP290 automatically
expands 640x480 and 800x600
images to 1024x768.

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Introduction
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 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 InFocus dealer imme-
diately 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.infocus.com.
A registration card is included in the box. Register to receive
product updates, announcements, and special offers from
InFocus. Or, register online at www.infocus.com/service/register
and you will be automatically entered to win free merchandise.