InFocus LP530 Projector User Manual

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....

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 LP500 and LP530 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 +...

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TA B L E  O F  C O N T E N T S
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 Device  10
Using the optional enhanced connectivity module  12
Powering up the Projector  14
Turning Off the Projector  18
Using the Projector  19
Basic Image Adjustment  19
Adjusting the Projector  19
Using the Remote Control  21
Using the...

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Ta b l e  o f  C o n t e n t s
Maintenance & Troubleshooting  45
Cleaning the Lens  45
Replacing the Projection Lamp  45
Cleaning the Projection Lamp Filter Screens  48
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control  49
Using the Security Lock  49
Troubleshooting 50
Appendix 55
Specifications 55
Accessories 56
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart  58
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer  63
Projected Image Size  64
Index 65 

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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:

Wa r n i n g : Statements identify conditions or practices that 
could result in personal injury.
Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could 
result...

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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 56 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...

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INTRODUCTION
The InFocus
® LP500™ and LP530™ multimedia projectors are 
specifically designed for multipurpose use. They generate crisp, 
clear images using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology. 
They are easy to connect, easy to use, easy to transport, and easy 
to maintain. The LP500 has native SVGA 800x600 resolution, the 
LP530 has XGA 1024x768 resolution. The user interfaces of the 
two products are identical except where noted; information in 
this user’s guide applies to both products....

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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.
NOTE: The projector is
compatible with 1080i and 720P
HDTV formats.
Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcord-
ers and laser disc players.
Unpacking the Projector
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to...

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FIGURE 1
Shipping box contents
1. Projector + lens cap 6. Computer cable
2. Soft carry case 7. Audio cable adapter
3. User’s Guide, quick start 
card and User Guide CD8. Audio cable
4. Power cord 9. Composite video cable
5. Remote control 
data
video
key
stoneforward
back menu/selec
t
12
3
4
5
6
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Introduction
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IGURE 2
Front view of projector 
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IGURE 3
Back view of projector 
focus ringzoom ring
power
cord
connectorheight adjustment
button
connector panelkeypad