InFocus LP130 Projector User Manual

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Status Menu
This is a read-only menu for informational purposes. To display 
the Status menu, highlight Status from the Main menu, then press 
menu/select. 
FIGURE 20
Status menu
Lamp hours used
Indicates how many hours the current lamp has been in use. The 
counter starts at zero hours and counts each hour the lamp is in 
use. Replace the bulb when the brightness is no longer accept-
able. See “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on page 27 for details.
Computer resolution 
Shows your computer ’s...

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Using the Projector 

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MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
This section describes how to:
clean the lens
replace the projection lamp 
replace the batteries in the remote
use the security lock feature
troubleshoot the projector
Cleaning the Lens
Follow these steps to clean the projection lens:
1Apply 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...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
3Insert a small screwdriver or other flat object into the slot near 
the front of the projector. Slide the screwdriver toward the 
back of the projector to disengage the lamp access grill, then 
slide the lamp access grill off (away from the lens).
WARNING: Be extremely careful
when removing the lamp module.
In the unlikely event that the bulb
ruptures, small glass fragments
may be generated. The lamp
module is designed to contain
these fragments, but use caution
when...

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5Loosen the captive screw on the lamp module.
FIGURE 23
Loosening the screw on the lamp module
6Grasp the pull tab to pull the lamp module out. Dispose of the 
lamp module in an environmentally proper manner.
WARNING: Do not drop the 
lamp module or touch the glass 
bulb! The glass may shatter and 
cause injury.
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IGURE 24
Removing the lamp module 

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
7Install the new lamp module.
8Tighten the screw on the outside of the module. 
9Press the yellow tab to reconnect the lamp module.
10Replace the lamp access grill by lining up the ribs on the grill 
with the marks on the bottom case and sliding the grill in the 
direction of the arrows on the bottom case.
11Plug in the power cord and press the Power switch to turn the 
projector back on.
12To reset the lamp hour counter in the Status menu, press and 
hold the 
reset...

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Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control
The life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you 
use the remote. Symptoms of low battery charge include erratic 
responses when using the remote and a reduced range of opera-
tion.
Follow these steps to replace the batteries:
1Turn the remote face down in your hand.
2Push the tab on the battery door toward the top of the remote 
and lift the door off.
3Remove the old batteries and dispose of them in an environ-
mentally proper manner....

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem: The projector is not running
Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a fully 
functional AC electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord 
is also properly connected to the projector.
If the projector is plugged into a power strip, make sure the 
power strip is turned on.
Make sure the projector is turned on.
Problem: Projector is running, but nothing appears on projec-
tion screen
Make sure you have removed the lens cap on...

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If you’re using Windows 98:
1Open “My Computer” icon, the Control Panel folder and 
then the Display icon.
2Click the Settings tab.
3Verify that the Desktop area is set to 1280x1024 or less.
Problem: Color or text not being projected
You might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the 
text is visible. Refer to “Brightness” on page 17 for more infor-
mation.
Problem: The screen resolution is not right
Make sure the computer ’s video card is set for a resolution of 
no greater than...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Problem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or 
spots
Adjust the brightness. See “Brightness” on page 17.
Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
Problem: Image is “noisy” or streaked
Try these steps in this order.
1Deactivate the screen saver on your computer.
2Tu r n  
Auto Image off and then back on again. See “Auto 
Image” on page 19. 
3Tu r n  
Auto Image off and adjust the synchronization and track-
ing manually to find an optimal...