Ask Proxima M1 Projector Users Guide

30 Advanced menu
Sharpness: (video sources only) changes the clarity of the edges of a video 
image. Select a sharpness setting.
Color Space: (computer sources only) allows you to select a color space 
that has been specifically tuned for the input. When Auto is selected, the 
projector automatically determines the standard. To choose a different set-
ting, turn off Auto, then choose either RGB, REC709 or REC601.
Color Temperature: changes the intensity of the colors. Select a listed set-
ting.
Color...

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Settings menuAudio: allows volume adjustments. You can also adjust volume from the 
keypad.
Sources
: allows you to assign a particular input to a specific source key 
when using certain optional remotes. Also allows selection of a default 
Power-up Source and enables or disables Autosource. When Autosource is 
not checked, the projector defaults to the source selected in Power-up 
Source. If no source is found, a blank screen displays. When Autosource is 
checked, Power-up Source determines which...

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Screen Save: automatically blanks the screen with a black color after no sig-
nals are detected for a preset number of minutes (the default is 30 minutes). 
The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad 
button is pressed. Screen Save is disabled when Power Save is enabled.
Startup Logo: allows you to display a blank Black, White, or Blue screen 
instead of the default screen at startup and when no source is detected. 
Blank Screen: determines what color displays when no...

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Language: allows you to select a language for the onscreen display of 
menus and messages.
Service: to use these features, highlight them and press Select.
Factory Reset: restores all settings (except Lamp Hours) to their default 
after displaying a confirmation dialog box.
Lamp Reset: resets the lamp hours counter in the About menu to zero after 
displaying a confirmation dialog box. Do this only after changing the lamp.
Service Code: only used by authorized service personnel.
LanguageService menu 

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MaintenanceCleaning the lens1
Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth.
Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner, and don’t apply the 
cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh 
chemicals might scratch the lens.
2
Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens in a circular motion. If you 
don’t intend to use the projector immediately, replace the lens cap.
clean the lens 
with a soft dry cloth
and non-abrasive
cleaner 

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Replacing the projection lampThe lamp hour timer in the About menu counts the number of hours the 
lamp has been in use. Fifty hours before the specified end of the lamp’s life, 
the message “Change lamp” briefly appears on the screen at each startup. 
After 50 additional hours, the lamp will no longer light. You can order new 
lamp modules from your dealer. See “Accessories” on page 37 for informa-
tion.1
Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. 
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Wait 60 minutes to allow the projector to...

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Pinch the lamp cable’s connector tabs to release the catch while pulling 
firmly on the connector to unplug the lamp.
WARNINGS: 
 To avoid burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 60 minutes before 
you replace the lamp.
 Do not drop the lamp module. The glass may shatter and cause injury.
 Do not touch the glass lamp screen. Fingerprints can obscure projection 
sharpness.
 Be extremely careful when removing the lamp housing. In the unlikely 
event that the lamp ruptures, small glass...

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AppendixAccessories
NOTE: Use only approved accessories. Standard Accessories
(ship with the projector)
Part Number
Protective Sleeve 110-0694-xx
Accessory Pouch 110-0693-xx
Shipping Box (with packaging) 110-0696-xx
Computer Cable 6.6 ft (2 m) SP-DVI-A
S-Video Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) 210-0125-xx
S-video to RCA Adapter 515-0027-xx
Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) 210-0118-xx
Audio Cable Adapter 210-0177-xx
Power Cable (US) 10 ft (3m) 210-0255-xx
Power Cable (European) 10 ft 
(3m)210-0254-xx
Presenter Remote...

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Red LED Behavior and Projector ErrorsIf the projector is not functioning properly and the red LED is blinking, con-
sult Ta b l e  2 to determine a possible cause. There are two second pauses 
between the blinking cycles. Visit our website for more details on the red 
LED error codes. See the inside back cover for contact details. 
Projected image sizeNOTE: Visit our website for an interactive image size calculator.
Table 2: 
Red LED Behavior Explanation
One (1) blink The lamp wont strike after five...

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AAbout 32
accessories 5, 37
activation commands for laptops 7
Advanced menu 30
advancing slides 6
Aspect Ratio 32
audio 24
audio adapter 11
Audio In connector 6, 11
audio volume 13
Auto Image 22, 32
Auto Power 31BBlank Screen 32
blinking green 14
blinking red 14
Brightness 10, 28Ccleaning the lens 34
Color 13, 28
Color Control 30
Color Space 30
Color Temperature 30
colors are incorrect 20
computer connections
optional 6
required 6
computer image
optimize 25
Contrast 10, 13, 28DDisplay Messages 31...