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.

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FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. Projector + lens cap 6. Computer cable
2. Soft carry case 7. PS/2 mouse cable
3. User’s Guide, Quick Start
card, and CD
8. USB mouse cable
4. Remote control 9. S-Video cable
5. Power cord* 10. Audio/Video cable
*additional country-dependant power cords may be included
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3
4
5*
6
7
9
8
10

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Introduction
FIGURE 2
Front view of projector
FIGURE 3
Rear view of projector
keypad
zoom ring
focus ring
foot release
IR sensor
connectors
security lock
power
cord
connector
foot release
dust filters adjustable foot
lamp door
IR sensor

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Usage Guidelines
•Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector
is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.
•Do not block the grills on the projector. Restricting the air flow
can cause it to overheat and turn off. If this happens, you must
wait a minute before attempting to turn it back on.
•Handle the projector as you would any product with glass
components. Be especially careful not to drop it.
•Avoid leaving the projector in direct sunlight or extreme cold
for extended periods of time. If this happens, allow it to reach
room temperature before use.
•Transport the projector in a vendor-approved hard or soft case.
Part numbers for these cases are listed on page 41.
If You Need Assistance
The first place to look for help is in this manual. Be sure to check
the guidelines in “Troubleshooting” on page 34. Or, check the
Service and Support section of our website at
http://www.infocus.com/service. You’ll find a Technical Library,
FAQs, and support contacts including a technical support e-mail
form.
If those sources don’t answer your question, call your InFocus
dealer. You can also call InFocus Customer Service directly at
1-800-799-9911. Call between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday
through Friday. Service is available in North America after hours
and on weekends for a fee at 1-888-592-6800.
In Europe, call InFocus in The Netherlands at (31) 35-6474010.
In Asia, call InFocus in Singapore at (65) 353-9449.
Or, send us an e-mail at [e-mail]
Our World Wide Web address is http://www.infocus.com.

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Introduction
Warranty
This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The
details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual. An
extended warranty plan may be purchased from your InFocus
dealer, any time during the original two year warranty period.
Refer to page 41 for the part number.
When sending your projector in for repair, InFocus recommends
shipping the unit in its original packing material, or having a pro-
fessional packaging company pack the unit for shipping. Do not
ship your projector in the enclosed soft case. Please insure your
shipment for its full value.

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SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
1Place the projector on a flat surface.
•The projector must be within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your power
source and your computer.
•If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set
up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear” on page 25
to reverse the image.
•If you are installing the projector on the ceiling, refer to the
installation guide that comes with the Ceiling Mount Kit for
more information. To turn the image upside down, see
“Ceiling” on page 25. The Ceiling Mount Kit is sold sepa-
rately, see “Optional Accessories” on page 41.
2Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
NOTE: The projector must be at
least 3.6 feet (1 m) from the pro-
jection screen.
•If the image is too big or too small, use the zoom ring to
adjust the size or move the projector forward or backward.
Figure 4 shows three projected image sizes. For more infor-
mation about image size, see “Projected Image Size” on
page 48.
FIGURE 4
Projected image size at minimum zoom
3Make sure the projector and the computer are turned off.
3.3ft.
16.7ft.
8.3ft.
3.9 ft.9.8 ft. 19.7 ft.

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Setting up the Projector
NOTE: Before you continue,
make sure the projector and all
other equipment is turned off. If
you’re connecting a computer,
make sure the distance between it
and the projector is 6 feet or less.
FIGURE 5
Connector panel
NOTE: If you are connecting an
older Macintosh computer that
does not have a 15-pin connector,
you must use a Mac adaptor
between the computer and the
projector. See “Optional
Accessories” on page 41.
computer USB mouse
PS/2 mouse
computer
S-video video audio in
monitor

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Connecting a Computer
NOTE: Many laptop computers
do not automatically turn on their
external video port when a sec-
ondary display device such as a
projector is connected. Refer to
your computer manual for the
command that activates the exter-
nal video port. Activation com-
mands for some laptop computers
are listed in the Appendix of this
manual on page 42 and in the
Service section of our website.
1Plug one end of the computer cable into the blue “Computer
VGA” connector on the projector.
2Plug the other end of the computer cable into the monitor con-
nector on your computer. If you are using a desktop computer,
you need to disconnect your monitor cable from your com-
puter.
FIGURE 6
Connecting the projector to a computer
Do you want to play your computer’s audio on the projector?
1Plug either end of the audio cable (ordered separately) into
the audio connector on your computer.
2Plug the other end of the audio cable into the “Audio in” con-
nector on the projector.
Do you want to display the image on your desktop computer’s moni-
tor as well as on the projection screen?
1Plug the monitor’s cable into the “Monitor VGA” connector
on the projector.
S-Video Video Computer VGA Monitor VGA Audio in PS2/RS-232 USB
computer cable

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Setting up the Projector
Do you want to control the computer’s mouse from the projector’s
remote?
If your computer has a PS/2 connector, use the PS/2 mouse cable.
1Plug the green end of the PS/2 mouse cable into the mouse
connector on your computer.
2Plug the black end of the PS/2 mouse cable into the
“PS2/RS-232” connector on the projector.
If your computer has a USB connector and is running Windows 98,
use the USB mouse cable.
NOTE: The USB mouse is
supported for use with
Windows 98 or higher only.
1Plug the flat end of the USB mouse cable into the mouse con-
nector on your computer.
2Plug the square end of the USB mouse cable into the “USB”
connector on the projector.
You must have the appropriate USB drivers installed on your
computer to use the USB feature. Windows 98 ships with the
appropriate drivers.
NOTE: You do not need to restart
your computer after connecting a
USB mouse to use it (it is hot-
pluggable). You must restart your
computer after plugging in a PS-2
mouse.
Now you’re ready to power up the projector and your computer.
Skip to “Powering up the Projector” on page 13.

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Connecting a Video Player
If your video device (VCR, DVD player, video camera) uses a
round, one-prong composite video connector, use the composite
audio/video (A/V) cable provided. The end with 2 connectors
attaches to the projector, the other end attaches to the video
device.
•If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video con-
nector, use an S-video cable. S-video generates a higher
quality image.
1Plug the A/V cable’s round yellow connector into the “video-
out” connector on your video device (Figure 7). This connec-
tor may be labeled “To Monitor.”
•If you’re using an S-video cable, connect the round black
connector to the “S-video out” connector on the video
device.
2Plug the other yellow connector into the “Video” connector on
the projector.
•If you’re using S-video, plug the other end of the cable into
the “S-Video” connector on the projector.
FIGURE 7
Connecting the projector to a VCR using the A/V cable
S-Video Video Computer VGA Monitor VGA Audio in PS2/RS-232 USB
A/V cable

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Setting up the Projector
3Plug the A/V cable’s white connector into the left “audio out”
connector on your video device. Plug the cable’s red connec-
tor into the right “audio out” connector on the video device.
4Plug the blue end of the A/V cable into the “Audio in” con-
nector on the projector.
CAUTION: Your video player
may also have a “Video Out”
connector for a coaxial cable
connection. DO NOT use this to
connect to the projector.
The projector is compatible with these major broadcast video
standards: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL-60, and
SECAM. It automatically adjusts to optimize its performance for
the incoming video.