InFocus Projector Learn Big Xs1 User Manual

							
XS1 
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							Table of contents 2
Table of contents
Introduction.................. 3
Projector features........................... 3
Shipping contents .......................... 4
Projector exterior view ................... 5
Controls and functions ................... 6
Positioning your 
projector ....................... 9
Choosing a location ....................... 9
Obtaining a preferred projected 
image size .................................... 10
Connection ................. 13
Connecting a computer or 
monitor ......................................... 13
Connecting Video source 
devices ......................................... 16
Operation.................... 22
Starting up the projector............... 22
Using the menus .......................... 23
Securing the projector .................. 24
Switching input signal .................. 27
Creating your own startup 
screen .......................................... 28
Adjusting the projected image...... 29
Magnifying and searching for 
details on the projected picture .... 31
Selecting the aspect ratio............. 32
Optimizing the image ................... 33
Setting the presentation timer ...... 38
Locking control keys .................... 39
Freezing the image ...................... 39Hiding the image .......................... 40
Operating in a high altitude 
environment ................................. 40
Adjusting the sound ..................... 41
Personalizing the projector 
menu display................................ 41
Shutting down the projector ......... 42
Menu operation ............................ 43
Maintenance ............... 50
Care of the projector .................... 50
Lamp information ......................... 51
Troubleshooting ........ 57
Specifications ............ 58
Projector specifications ................ 58
Dimensions .................................. 59
Timing chart ................................. 59
Copyright 
information ................. 61 
						

							Introduction 3
Introduction
Projector features
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-
friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.
The projector offers the following features.
• Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined 
colors
• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process
• Selectable password protected function
• Up to 11 sets of picture modes providing multiple choices for different projection 
purposes
• 3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking
• Detachable keypad on the projector to prevent stealing
• Splash Screen lock to prevent unauthorized use
• Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time
• Presentation timer for a better control of time during presentations
• One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality
• Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images 
• Adjustable color balance control for data/video display
• High brightness projection lamp
• Ability to display 16.7 million colors
• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
• Switchable normal and Economic modes to reduce the power consumption
• Built-in speaker provides mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected
• Powerful AV function to provide high quality video image
• Component HDTV compatibility (YP
bPr)
• HDCP compatibility
• The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient 
lighting conditions, selected input source contrast/brightness settings, and is directly 
proportional to projection distance.
• The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers 
specifications. This is normal and expected behavior. 
						

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Shipping contents
The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC or video 
equipment. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. 
If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those 
illustrated.
Optional accessories
1. Ceiling mount, wall mount
2. LiteShow II wireless presentation adaptor
3. Pull down and pull up 4:3 screens
4. Cables and adaptors
5. Replacement lamp
6. Optional casesProjector Remote Control & Battery Keypad Plug
Reference 
Guide CDRegistration 
CardQuick Start GuideWarranty 
BookletSafety 
Booklet
Power Cord VGA Cable
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Projector exterior view
1. Lamp cover
2. Vent (heated air exhaust)
3. Projection lens
4. Quick-release button
5. External control panel 
(See Projector on page 
6 for details.)
6. Focus ring
7. Vent (cool air intake)
8. Front IR remote sensor
9. AC power cord inlet
10. Kensington anti-theft lock 
slot
11. Rear adjuster foot
12. Ceiling mounting holes
13. Rear IR remote sensor
14. Video input socket
15. S-Video input socket
16. RGB signal output socket
17. RGB (PC)/Component 
video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) 
signal input socket
18. DVI input socket
19. Audio socket
20. 12VDC output terminal
Used to trigger external 
devices such as an 
electric screen or light 
control, etc. Consult your 
dealer for how to connect 
these devices.
21. USB socket
22. RS-232 control port
23. Speaker grill
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Controls and functions
Projector
1. Focus ring
Adjusts the focus of the projected 
image. See  Fine-tuning the image 
clarity on page 29  for details.
2. TEMPerature warning light
Lights up red if the projectors 
temperature becomes too high. See 
Indicators on page 56  for details.
3. POWER indicator light
Lights up or flashes when the projector 
is under operation. See  Indicators on 
page 56  for details.
4. Power Toggles the projector on or off.
See Starting up the projector on page 
22  and  Shutting down the projector 
on page 42  for details.
5. Menu/Exit
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu. Goes back to previous OSD 
menu, exits and saves menu settings. 
See Using the menus on page 23  for 
details.
6. Left  Selects the desired menu items and 
makes adjustments. 7. BLANK
Used to hide the screen image. See 
Hiding the image on page 40  for 
details.
8. LAMP indicator light
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights 
up or flashes when the lamp has 
developed a problem. See  Indicators 
on page 56  for details.
9. Keystone/Arrow buttons ( / Up, 
/Down)
Manually corrects distorted images 
resulting from an angled projection. 
See  Correcting keystone on page 30  
for details.
10. AUTO
Automatically determines the best 
picture timings for the displayed image. 
See Auto-adjusting the image on 
page 29  for details.
11. Right/ Activates panel key lock. See  Panel 
Key Lock on page 47  for details.
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu is activated, the #6, #9, and #11 
buttons are used as directional arrows 
to select the desired menu items and to 
make adjustments. See  Using the 
menus on page 23  for details.
12. SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar. See 
Switching input signal on page 27  for 
details.
13. Mode/Enter
Selects an available picture setup 
mode. See  Selecting a picture mode 
on page 33  for details.
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu item.  See  Using the 
menus on page 23  for details.
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Remote control
1. PowerToggles the projector on or off.
See Starting up the projector on 
page 22  and  Shutting down the 
projector on page 42  for details.
2. FREEZE Freezes the projected image. See 
Freezing the image on page 39  for 
details.
3. Left When the On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu is activated, the #3, #7 and #9  
buttons are used as directional arrows 
to select the desired menu items and 
to make adjustments. See  Using the 
menus on page 23  for details.
4. BLANK
Used to hide the screen image. See 
Hiding the image on page 40  for 
details. 5. Digital Zoom buttons (+, -)
Magnifies or reduces the projected 
image size. See  Magnifying and 
searching for details on the projected 
picture on page 31  for details.
6. Menu/Exit
Turns on the On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu. Exits and saves menu 
settings. See  Using the menus on 
page 23  for details.
7. Keystone buttons ( Up/ ,  Down/ )
Manually corrects distorted images 
resulting from an angled projection. 
See  Correcting keystone on page 30  
for details.
8. AUTO
Automatically determines the best 
picture timings for the displayed 
image. See  Auto-adjusting the image 
on page 29  for details.
9. Right/ Activates panel key lock. See  Panel 
Key Lock on page 47  for details.
10. SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar. See 
Switching input signal on page 27  for 
details.
11. Mode/Enter
Depending upon which input signal is 
selected, selects an available picture 
setup mode. See  Selecting a picture 
mode on page 33  for details.
Enacts the selected On-Screen 
Display (OSD) menu item.  See  Using 
the menus on page 23  for details.
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Remote control effective range
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the 
projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees 
perpendicular to the projectors IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The 
distance between the remote control and the sensors should not exceed 8 meters 
(~ 26 feet).
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR 
sensors on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam. 
Replacing the remote control battery
1. Pull out the battery holder.
Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and 
hold the locking arm while pulling out the battery 
holder.
2. Insert the new battery in the holder. Note 
the positive polarity should face outward.
3. Push the holder into the remote control.
CAUTION
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity. 
• There may be battery damage if the battery is 
incorrectly replaced. 
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type 
recommended by the battery manufacturer.
• Dispose of the used battery according to the 
battery manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be 
danger of an explosion. 
• If the battery is dead or if you will not be using 
the remote control for a long time, remove the 
battery to prevent damage to the remote control 
from possible battery leakage.
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Positioning your projector
Choosing a location
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation 
locations: 
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you 
select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of 
a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector 
and the rest of your equipment.1. Front Table
Select this location with the projector placed near 
the floor in front of the screen. This is the most 
common way to position the projector for quick 
setup and portability.
2. Front Ceiling
Select this location with the projector suspended 
upside-down from the ceiling in front of the 
screen.
Purchase the InFocus Projector Ceiling 
Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount your 
projector on the ceiling.
Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: 
Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn 
the projector on.
3. Rear Table
Select this location with the projector placed near 
the floor behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen is 
required.
Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > 
Projector Position menu after you turn the 
projector on.
4. Rear Ceiling
Select this location with the projector suspended 
upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen and the 
InFocus Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are 
required for this installation location.
Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic 
> Projector Position menu after you turn the 
projector on. 
						

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Obtaining a preferred projected image size
The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video 
format each factors in the projected image size.
4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9 
(widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen 
image to the projectors native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally 
smaller height equivalent to 75% of the projectors native aspect height.
Thus, a 16:9 aspect image will not utilize 25% of the height of a 4:3 aspect image 
displayed by this projector. This will be seen as darkened (unlit) bars along the top 
and bottom (vertical 12.5% height respectively) of the 4:3 projection display area 
whenever displaying a scaled 16:9 aspect image in the vertical center of the 4:3 
projection display area.
When determining the position of your projector, you should consider its intended 
use and input signal aspect ratios. All inputs (other than composite Video being fed 
a 16:9 aspect signal) will display in a 4:3 aspect ratio (and will require an additional 
33% display height than that of the scaled 16:9 aspect image projection area).
Do not select a permanent projector position based upon a 16:9 projection if you will ever 
need to select an input (other than composite Video being fed a 16:9 aspect signal).
The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and 
positioned directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of 
the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or 
projecting onto angled surfaces). 
The modern digital projector does not project directly forward (like older style reel-
to-reel film projectors did). Instead, digital projectors are designed to project at a 
slightly upward angle above the horizontal plane of the projector. This is so that 
they can be readily placed on a table and will project forward and upwards onto a 
screen positioned so that the bottom edge of the screen is above the level of the 
table (and everyone in the room can see the screen).
If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it 
projects at a slightly downward angle. 
You can see from the diagram on page 12, that this type of projection causes the 
bottom edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane 
of the projector. When ceiling mounted, this refers to the top edge of the projected 
image.
If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size 
increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately.
When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account 
for both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are 
directly proportional to the projection distance.4:3 aspect image in a 4:3 
aspect display area16:9 aspect image scaled to a 
4:3 aspect display area