InFocus Projector IN1501 User Manual

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What is Aspect Ratio?
Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. Standard TV screens 
and older laptops are 4:3; HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9; and widescreen 
computers are 16:10. If you are projecting onto a screen, the size/shape of the 
screen will influence the aspect ratio you decide to use. If you are projecting onto 
a blank wall, there are no screen size restrictions. What you plan to project will 
also help you choose between 4:3, 16:9 or 16:10. Many TV shows are 4:3, while...

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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
The projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is 
detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the projector. 
The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad 
button is pressed.
Screen Save Time
You can make the black screen appear after a preset number of minutes by turning 
on the Screen Save Time feature in the Setup menu. See 
page 28.
Auto Off Time
The projector also has an Auto Off Time...

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Problem SolutionResult
No start up screenPlug power cord into the projector
press power button
Correct image
Only start up screen appearsIf your computer is using the projectors DisplayLink 
connector, see the DisplayLink Software Users 
Guide for troubleshooting information.
Press the Source button activate laptop’s external port
Computer 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 keypad adjust computer 
refresh rate in Control Panel > Display > Settings > Advanced 
> Adapter (location varies by 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 iconsIf your computer is using the DisplayLink...

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Image fuzzy or cropped Set your computer’s display resolution to the native 
resolution of the projector (Start > Settings > Control 
Panel > Display > Settings tab) 
Image clear and not cropped
Image not centered on screenMove projector, adjust zoom, adjust heightCorrect image
Problem Solution Result
AA
For a laptop, 
disable laptop 
monitor or turn-
on dual-display 
mode
A
Adjust horizontal or 
vertical position in 
Advanced Picture 
menu 

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Image not squareAdjust Keystone on keypadSquare image
Image not sharpAdjust Sharpness in the Basic Picture menuCorrect image
Image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screenChange aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Basic 
Picture>Aspect ratio menu
Correct image
Problem Solution Result 

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Image upside downTurn off Ceiling Mount in Setup menuCorrect image
Image reversed left to rightTurn off Rear Project in Setup menuCorrect image 
Projected colors don’t match sourceAdjust color, tint, brightness, contrast in the Basic 
Picture menu
Correct image
Problem Solution Result
A
A
COLORCOLOR 

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The video embedded in my PowerPoint presentation 
does not play on the screenIf your computer is using the projectors DisplayLink 
connector, see the DisplayLink Software Users Guide 
for video troubleshooting information.
Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop
Embedded video plays correctly
Lamp won’t turn on, Temperature light is onMake sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector 
and allow it to cool for one minute 
Lamp turns on
Problem Solution Result
A
AB
BA
AB
B
Temperature...

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Still need assistance?
If you need assistance, visit our website at www.infocus.com/service or call us. 
Check out our HOW TO section there for additional information on using this 
projector for home theater or gaming applications. See the Quick Start Poster/
Booklet 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...