InFocus Projector X3 User Manual

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Shutting down the projectorThe projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is 
detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the pro-
jector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or 
keypad button is pressed.Screen SaveYou can make the black screen appear after a preset number of minutes by 
turning on the Screen Save feature in the Settings>System menu. See 
page 38.Pow e r  S av eThe projector also has a Power Save feature...

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Problem Solution Result
no start up screenplug power cord in projector’s left side
remove lens cap
toggle power switchcorrect image
only start up screen appearspress the Computer button 
activate laptop’s external portcomputer image projected
toggle power switch
on side
Startup
Screen
A
Startup
Screen
restart laptop
A
A 

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no computer image, just the words “Signal out of 
range” press the Auto Image button on keypad
computer image projected
Only my laptop’s background appears, not the 
Desktop icons Disable “Extend my Windows Desktop” in 
Control Panel>Display>Settings>Display 2 
(location varies by operating system)Background and Desktop projected
A
Signal out of
range
Panel>Display>Settings>Advanced>Adapter
(location varies by operating system)
you may also need to set a different 
resolution on your computer, as...

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Problem Solution Result
image fuzzy or cropped set your computer’s display resolution to 
the native resolution of the projector 
(Start>Settings>Control 
Panel>Display>Settings tab) 
select 1024x768 image clear and not cropped
image not centered on screenmove projector, adjust zoom, adjust height
correct image
A
A
For a laptop,
disable laptop
monitor
or turn-on dual-
display mode
A
adjust horizontal or 
Picture>Advanced vertical position in 
menu 

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Problem Solution Result
image not square adjust Keystone on keypadsquare image
image not sharpadjust Sharpness (video sources only) in the 
Picture>Advanced menucorrect image
image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screenchange aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in 
Picture>Aspect ratio menucorrect image
ABAB
AB 

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Problem Solution Result
image upside downturn off ceiling in Settings>System menu
correct image
image reversed left to right
turn off rear in Settings>System menu
correct image 
projected colors don’t match sourceadjust color, tint, color temperature, 
brightness, contrast in the menus
correct image
AB
AB
A
AB
COLOR
COLOR 

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Problem Solution Result
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, LED blinking redmake sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the 
projector and allow it to cool for one 
minute 
lamp turns on
A
B
AB
A
B
AB
LED
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Screen 

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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 inside 
of the back cover 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...

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Using the remote controlThe remote uses two (2) provided AA batteries. They are easily installed by 
sliding the cover off the remote’s back, aligning the + and - ends of the bat-
teries, sliding them into place, and then replacing the cover.
Caution: When replacing the batteries, be aware that using batteries other 
than the type provided with the projector may risk severe damage to the 
remote. When disposing of the batteries, be sure to do so in an environmen-
tally proper manner.
To operate, point...

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Using the audio Using the projector’s speakersTo use the projector ’s speaker, connect your source to the Audio In connec-
tors (L and/or R) on the projector ’s composite connectors. 
To adjust the volume, press the Vo l u m e buttons on the keypad or remote.
To mute the sound, press the Mute button on the remote. 
Troubleshooting Audio
If you aren’t hearing the audio, check the following:
 Make sure the audio cable is connected.
 Make sure mute is not active (press the Mute button on the remote)....