InFocus Projector IN124a User Manual

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Connecting a video device
You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, 
video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. You can connect the 
audio directly to the projector to get sound from the built-in speaker, or you can bypass the 
projector’s audio system and connect the audio directly from your source to a stereo or 
home theater system.
You can connect the projector to most video devices that can output video. You cannot 
directly...

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Shutting down the projector
Auto Off Time
The projector also has an Auto Off Time feature that automatically turns the projector off 
after no active sources are detected and no user interaction with the projector is performed 
for 30 minutes. By default, this feature is off. You can change the length of time, see 
page 29.
Turning off the projector
To turn the projector off, press the Power button on the remote or keypad. The lamp turns 
off and the Power LED blinks blue for 30 seconds while the fans...

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Problem SolutionResult
No start up screenPlug power cord into the projector
press the Power button
Correct image
Only start up screen appearsPress the SOURCE button.
activate laptop’s external portComputer image projected
Startup
Screen
A
Startup
Screen
Restart laptop
A
A 

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ProblemSolutionResult
No computer image, just the words “Signal out of 
range” Press the Auto Image button on remote
Adjust computer refresh rate (Windows 7: Control 
Panel > Display > Screen Resolution > Advanced 
Settings > Adapter tab). Varies per operating system.
You may also need to set a different resolution on your 
computer, as shown in the following problem, “image 
fuzzy or cropped”
Computer image projected
Only my laptop’s background appears, not the 
Desktop iconsChange the Multiple...

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Image fuzzy or cropped Change the computers Resolution setting to match 
the projectors resolution (Windows 7: Control Panel > 
Display > Screen Resolution). Varies per operating 
system. Image clear and not cropped
Image not centered on screenMove projector, adjust heightCorrect image
Problem Solution Result
AAA
Force Wide
Phase
Prevent PC Screen Saver
Sync Threshold
Tracking
Horz Position
Vert Position
PreviousOff
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Off
0
0
0
7
( PC )MDL: IN124a
FW: 1.12
Adjust horizontal or 
vertical position in...

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Image not squareAdjust Keystone on keypadSquare image
Image not sharpAdjust Sharpness in the Basic MenuCorrect image
Image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screenChange aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Basic Menu > 
Aspect Ratio menu
Correct image
Problem Solution Result
Aspect Ratio
Auto Image
Brightness
Contrast
Auto Keystone
Keystone
Presets
Sharpness
Vo l u m e
Ceiling Mount
Advanced MenuAuto
Execute
50
50
Off
0
Presentation
16
16
Off
( Basic Menu )MDL: IN124a
FW: 1.12
Aspect Ratio
Auto Image
Brightness...

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Image upside downTurn off Ceiling Mount in Basic menuCorrect image
Image reversed left to rightTurn off Rear Project in Advanced Menu > Setup > 
Image Setup... menuCorrect image 
Projected colors don’t match sourceAdjust the items in the Advanced Menu > Image > 
Color... menuCorrect image
Problem Solution Result
A
Aspect Ratio
Auto Image
Brightness
Contrast
Auto Keystone
Keystone
Presets
Sharpness
Volume
Ceiling Mount
Advanced MenuAuto
Execute
50
50
Off
0
Presentation
16
16
◄ Off ►
( Basic Menu )MDL:...

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The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation 
does not play on the screenTurn off the internal LCD display on your laptopEmbedded video plays correctly
Lamp won’t turn on, the projector is overheatingMake sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector 
and allow it to cool for one minute Lamp turns on
Problem Solution Result
AB
ABAB
Overheating 
indicator
Startup
Screen 

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Still need assistance?
If you need assistance, visit our website at www.infocus.com/support or call us. See the 
Quick Start Guide for support contact information.
This product is backed by a limited warranty. An extended warranty plan may be purchased 
from your dealer. When sending the projector in for repair, we recommend shipping the unit 
in its original packing material, or having a professional packaging company pack the unit. 
Please insure your shipment for its full value.
“Replace lamp”...

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Using the remote control
The remote uses two (2) AAA batteries (not provided). They are easily installed 
by removing the cover from the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the 
batteries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover.
Caution: 
• When replacing the remote batteries, be aware that using batteries other 
than AAA batteries may risk severe damage to the remote. When disposing 
of the batteries, be sure to do so in an enviromentally proper manner.
• If the remote control...