Boxlight Xd 10m Manual

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FIGURE 2
Side view of projector
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...

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Introduction
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 32.
If this manual doesn’t answer your question, call B
OXLIGHT at 
1-800-762-5757 or 360-779-7901.
Warranty
This product is backed by a limited two-year warranty. The 
details of the warranty are printed at the back of this manual.  

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SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
1Place the projector on a flat surface.
The projector must be within 10 feet (3 m) of your power 
source and within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your computer.
If you want to project from behind a translucent screen, set 
up the projector behind your screen. See “Rear Projection” 
on page 23 to reverse the image.
2Position the projector the desired distance from the screen.
If the image is too big or too small, use the zoom ring to 
adjust the size or move the projector forward or...

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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.
F
IGURE 4
Connector panel
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IGURE 5
Computer cable
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 37.
video
power switchcomputer
power...

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Connecting a Computer
The projector ships with an analog computer cable. If your com-
puter has a digital output, you can order the optional digital com-
puter cable. Using a digital source generates the highest quality 
and brightest image possible.
 See “Optional Accessories” on 
page 37.
1Plug the end of the computer cable with one cable into the 
connector on the projector.
NOTE: Many laptop computers 
do not automatically turn on their 
external video port when a sec-
ondary display device such as...

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Setting up the Projector
Connecting a Video Player
If your video player uses a round, one-prong composite video 
connector, use the composite video cable. If your video player 
uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, use the S-video 
cable. S-video generates a higher quality image.
NOTE: HDTV sources must be
connected to the projector using
the computer cable (not the video
cable). See the previous pages for
details on connecting this cable.
1Plug the composite video cable’s round yellow connector...

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Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image
NOTE: Always use the power cord 
that shipped with the projector.
1Remove the lens cap.
2Plug the power cord into the back of the projector, then plug it 
into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power strip is 
recommended.
3Press the Power switch on the back of the projector.
NOTE: The first time you connect 
your computer to the projector, the 
computer may display a message 
stating that new hardware was 
found. The Add New Hardware 
Wizard...

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Setting up the Projector 

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USING THE PROJECTOR
This section describes how to use and make adjustments to the 
projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote 
buttons and the options available from the on-screen menus.
Basic Image Adjustment
1Make sure you have powered up your equipment in the right 
order (page 9).
2If the image doesn’t display completely, zoom the image 
(page 11), adjust the height of the projector (page 12) or center 
the image by adjusting its horizontal or vertical position 
(page 20). Be...

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Using the Projector
The projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release eleva-
tor foot and button.
To raise the projector:
1Press and hold the elevator button (Figure 9).
2Raise the projector to the height you want, then release the 
button to lock the elevator foot into position.
FIGURE 9
Adjusting the height of the projector
elevator button
elevator foot(under finger)