InFocus Projector Lp425z User Manual

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
8Align the new lamp module in the correct direction.
9Gently push the module in as far as it goes.
10Tighten the screws on the outside of the module. 
11Slide the lamp connector to the left to re-attach it.
12Insert the tabs at the top of the lamp door into the projector 
and press the lamp door into place.
13Plug in the power cord and turn the projector back on.
14To reset the lamp hour counter in the Status bar, press and 
hold the left mouse button, then press the menu button (while 
still holding down the mouse button) for 5 seconds. Verify 
that the counter was reset by pressing the menu button and 
viewing the counter.
Using the Kensington Lock 
The projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for 
use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System (Figure 21). 
Refer to the information that came with the Kensington System 
for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.
FIGURE 21
Installing the Kensington lock 
						

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Troubleshooting
Problem: Nothing on projection screen
•Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a func-
tional 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 you have removed the lens cap on the projection 
lens at the front of the projector.
•Make sure the projector is switched on.
•Check the projector ’s lamp to ensure that it is securely con-
nected in the lamp module. See “Replacing the Projection 
Lamp” on page 25.
•Make sure that the cables do not have any bent pins.
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 1024x768. A resolution of 800x600 yields the 
highest quality image.
Problem: Image isn’t centered on the screen
•Reposition the image. Refer to “Horiz. Position” on page 21 
and “Vert. Position” on page 21.
•Be sure the projector is at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
Problem: Only the start-up screen displays
•Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page 7 
through page 9 for connection procedures.
•Verify that the proper input source is connected. See “Source” 
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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
•
You might need to turn everything off and power up the 
equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com-
puter ’s documentation to determine the correct order.
•Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See 
the “Portable and Laptop Activation Chart” on page 37 or 
your computer ’s manual for details.
•Make sure your computer ’s video board is installed and con-
figured correctly.
If you’re using Windows 3.x:
1In the Windows Program Manager, double-click the Win-
dows Setup icon in the Main program group.
2Verify that the Display setting is 1024x768 or less.
If you’re using Windows 95:
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 1024x768 or less.
 Also check the following: 
•Does your computer have a compatible video board? The pro-
jector isn’t CGA or EGA compatible.
•Is your computer ’s video port activated? This is especially 
true for laptop computers. See “Portable and Laptop Activa-
tion Chart” on page 37.
Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen
•You might need to manually adjust the tracking to reduce or 
enlarge the projected image. Refer to “Manual Tracking” on 
page 21.
•Adjust the resolution of your video card if it’s greater than 
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Problem: Image is out of focus
•Turn the projection lens to focus the image.
•Make sure the projection screen is at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from 
the projector.
•Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
Problem: Image and menus are reversed left to right
•Rear projection mode is probably turned on. Turn Rear Projec-
tion off in the Controls menu. The image should immediately 
return to forward projection. See “Rear Projection” on 
page 23.
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: no sound
•Adjust volume.
•Verify audio/input connections.
•Adjust audio source.
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 20. 
3Adjust the synchronization and tracking manually to find an 
optimal setting. See “Manual Sync” on page 21 and “Manual 
Tracking” on page 21.
•The problem could be with your computer ’s video card. If 
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Problem: Projected colors don’t match the computer or video 
player’s colors
•Adjust the brightness, tint and/or contrast from the Display 
menu. Just as there are differences in the displays of different 
monitors, there are often differences between the computer 
image and the projected image. See “Brightness” on page 17, 
“Tint” on page 17 and “Contrast” on page 17. 
Problem: Lamp seems to be getting dimmer
•The lamp begins to lose brightness when it has been in use for 
a long time. Replace the lamp as described in “Replacing the 
Projection Lamp” on page 25.
Problem: Lamp shuts off
•A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Turn the 
projector off, wait at least a minute, then turn it back on.
Before calling your dealer or In Focus Technical Support for assis-
tance, please have the following information available:
•the projector ’s serial number (located on the bottom label)
•the resolution of your computer.
Call In Focus Technical Support at 
1-800-799-9911 between 5 a.m. 
and 5 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday. Service is available in 
North America after hours and on weekends for a fee at 
1-888-592-6800.
In Europe, call In Focus in The Netherlands at 
(31) 35-6474010. 
In Singapore, call 
(65) 332-0659. 
Or, send us an e-mail at 
[email protected] 
						

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APPENDIX
Specifications
The LP 425 must be operated and stored within the temperature 
and humidity ranges specified. 
Te m p e r a t u r e
Operating
50 to 104
° F (10 to 40° C)
Non-operating
-4 to 158
° F (-20 to 70° C)
Humidity
Operating and non-oper. 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Dimensions
4.0 x 9.3 x 11.8 inches (10.3 x 23.8 x 30.3 cm)
We i g h t
6.8 lbs. (3.1 kg) unpacked
Altitude
Operating 0 to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters)
Non-operating 0 to 40,000 feet (12,192 meters)
Optics
Focus Range 5.0 - 16 feet (1.5-5 m)
Lamp
Type 270-watt metal halide
Input Power Requirements
100/120V, 6.0/6.0A, 50/60 Hz
230V, 3.0A, 50 Hz 
						

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Appendix
Video Audio Input
Input Impedance 5K ohm DC coupled
Maximum Input Voltage (L
IN + RIN)PEAK < 4.5 V for THD £
 0.3%
L
IN or RIN < 2.0 Vrms for THD £
 0.3%
Sensitivity 100 mV at 1 KHz for 88 dB SPL at 1 meter
Connector Type RCA jack
Computer Audio Input
Input Impedance 10K ohm nominal, AC coupled
Maximum Input Voltage (L
IN + RIN)PEAK < 4.5 V for THD £
 0.3%
L
IN or RIN < 2.0 Vrms for THD £
 0.3%
Sensitivity 100 mV at 1 KHz for 88 dB SPL at 1 meter
Connector Type 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) stereo phone jack 
						

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Accessories
NOTE: Use only In Focus-
approved accessories. Other prod-
ucts have not been tested with the 
projector. Power Cords (one ships with projector, type depends on country)Standard Accessories 
(ship with the projector) Part Number
LP 425 Quick Start
 card 009-0314-xx
LP 425 User’s Guide
010-0140-xx
Soft Case 110-0190-xx
Shipping Box 110-0186-xx
CableWizard Lite computer cable 6.5 ft (2 m) SP-CW2LITE
Macintosh adaptor 515-0045-xx
Audio Cable 6 ft (1.8 m) 210-0118-xx
Projection Lamp Module SP-LAMP-LP4
Lens Cap 505-0235-xx
Audio/Video Cable 210-0053-xx
Online User’s Guide CD-ROM 010-0116-xx
North American Power Cord 210-0023-xx
Australian Power Cord 210-0027-xx
UK Power Cord 210-0028-xx
European Power Cord 210-0029-xx
Danish Power Cord 210-0030-xx
Swiss Power Cord 210-0031-xx 
						

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Appendix
Optional Accessories
Personal Plus Accessory Pack, includes: SP-PP-LP4
Deluxe Soft Case (CA-C132)
CableWizard 2 (SP-CW2)
2-button remote (HW-EXREM)
Deluxe Soft Case CA-C132
ATA Travel Case CA-C134
Executive Leather Case CA-C133
CableWizard 2 SP-CW2
CableWizard Extension Cable, non-ple-
num rated, 60.7 ft (18.5 m)SP-CW2EXT
CableWizard Extension Cable, plenum-
rated, 60.7 ft (18.5m)SP-CW2EXTP
2-button remote HW-EXREM
Full-Feature Smart Remote Control HW-SMART
LiteShow Pro Presentation Player HW-LSPRO
LiteShow Pro Soft Case CA-C131
32 MB Memory Upgrade HW-MEM-LSP
LP425 Ceiling Mount-LiteMount 425 SP-CEIL-LM425
LiteMount False Ceiling Plate SP-LTMT-PLT
LiteMount Pipe Tubing Extension SP-LTMT-EXT
CableWizard Wall Plate SP-CWWALL
Kensington MicroSaver Security System SP-KENLOC
Tripod Mount SP-TRIP-LP4
Portable Projector Stand SP-STND
S-Video Cable 515-0027-xx
3
rd Year Advantage Service Plan 
(1 year extension)EW-LP4xx-12 
						

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Portable and Laptop Activation Chart
Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their exter-
nal video port when a secondary display device such as a projec-
tor is connected. Activation commands for some laptop 
computers are listed in the following table. (If your computer is 
not listed or the given command does not work, refer to the com-
puter ’s documentation for the appropriate command.) On some 
laptops, the activation function key is labeled with an icon, for 
example   or the text CRT/LCD.
NOTE: Often, pressing the key 
commands once activates the 
external video port, pressing it 
again activates both the external 
and internal ports, and pressing it 
a third time activates the internal 
por t. Refer to your computer’s doc-
umentation for details on your spe-
cific model.
ComputerKey command to 
activate portKey command to
de-activate port
Acer Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for setup) Ctrl-Alt-Esc (for setup)
AST* ** FN-D or Ctrl-D FN-D or Ctrl-D
Ctrl-FN-D Ctrl-FN-D
FN-F5 FN-F5
type from A:/IVGA/CRT type from A:/IVGA/CRT
FN-F12 FN-F12
AMS FN-F2 FN-F2
AMT setup screen setup screen
AT & T F N - F 3
FN-F6FN-F3
FN-F6
Advanced Logic 
ResearchCtrl-Alt-V Ctrl-Alt-V
Altima Shift-Ctrl-Alt-C Shift-Ctrl-Alt-L
setup VGA/
Conf.Simulscansetup VGA/
Conf.Simulscan
Ambra** FN-F12 FN-F12
FN-F5 FN-F5
F2/Choose Option/F5 F2/Choose Option/F5
Amrel* ** setup menu setup menu
Shift-Ctrl-D Shift-Ctrl-D
Apple see Mac Portable and Mac PowerBook
Aspen automatic automatic