InFocus Projector X3 User Manual

							
X3 
MULTI-USE PERFORMANCE
USER’S GUIDE

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Declaration of ConformityManufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 
97070 USA
European Office: Strawinskylaan 585,  1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
We declare under our sole responsibility th at this projector conform to the following 
directives and norms:
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
EMC: EN 55022
           EN 55024  EN 61000-3-2
 EN 61000-3-3
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 2000 
March, 2005TrademarksApple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are tradem arks or registered trademarks of Apple 
Computer, Inc. IBM is a trademark or regi stered trademark of International Business 
Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, an d Windows are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of Adobe Systems  Incorporated. InFocus, In Focus, and 
INFOCUS (stylized), LP, LiteShow, ScreenPl ay, LitePort, ASK and Proxima are either 
registered trademarks or trademarks of In Focus Corporation in the United States and 
other countries. 
FCC WarningNote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits\
 for a Class 
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of th e FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, us es and can radiate radio frequency energy 
and, if not installed and used in accordan ce with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications.  However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular  installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radi o or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user  is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more  of the following measures:
--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
--Increase the separation betwee n the equipment and receiver.
--Connect the equipment into an outlet on  a circuit different from that to which the 
receiver is connected.
--Consult the dealer or an experien ced radio/TV technician for help.CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est  conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.Agency ApprovalsUL, CUL, NOM, IRAM, GOST, C-tick
Other specific Country Approvals may apply.  Please see product certification label. 
InFocus reserves the right to alter product  offerings and specifications at any time 
without notice. 
						

							
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Table of Contents
Introduction 5
Positioning the projector  7
Projector and Device
 Connector Guide  8
Computer connections  8
Video connections  8
Connecting a computer source  11
Required computer connections  11
Optional computer connections  11
Displaying a computer source image  12
Adjusting the image  13
Using the projector with Wind ows 98 for the first time  14
Connecting a video device  16
Video device connections  17 Composite video connection  17
S-video connection  17
VGA connection  18
Displaying video  19 Adjusting the image  19
Shutting down the projector  21
Troubleshooting your setup  21
Using the remote control  29
Using the audio  30
Using the keypad buttons  31
Optimizing computer images  32
Presentation features  32
Optimizing video images  33
Customizing the projector  33
Using the menus  34 Picture menu  35
Settings menu  38
Maintenance 41 Cleaning the Lens  41
Replacing the Projection Lamp  41
Cleaning the Lamp Housing Screens  43
Using the security lock  43
Appendix 44 Projected Image Size  44
Red LED Behavior and Projector Errors  44
If you are experienced in setting up projection systems, use the  Quick Setup 
card that is included with the projecto r. For complete details on connecting 
and operating the projector, refer to th is User ’s Guide. Electronic versions of 
this User ’s Guide in multiple languages are available on the included CD. 
The most current versions can be found on our website.
The website also has technical specific ations (an interactive image size cal-
culator, laptop activation commands, connector pin outs, a glossary, the 
product data sheet), a web store to buy  accessories, and a page for online 
registration. See the inside back cover  for a list of all relevant web addresses. 
						

							
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Important Operating Considerations for Safety
 Place the projector in a horizontal position no greater than 15 degrees 
off axis.
 Locate the projector in a well-ventilated area without any obstructions  to intake or exhaust vents. Do not pla ce the projector on a tablecloth or 
other soft covering that may block the vents. 
 Locate the projector at least 4 (1.2  m) away from any heating or cooling 
vents.
 Use only InFocus-approved ceiling mounts.
 Use only the power cord provided. A surge-protected power strip is  recommended.
 Refer to this manual for proper  startup and shutdown procedures.
 In the unlikely event of the lamp  rupturing, discard any edible items 
placed in the surrounding area and thoroughly clean the area along all 
sides of the projector. Wash hands af ter cleaning the area and handling 
the ruptured lamp. This product has a lamp which contains a very 
small amount of mercury. Dispose of  it as required by local, state or 
federal ordinances and regulations. For more information see 
www.eiae.org .
Follow these instructions to help ensure image quality and lamp life over 
the life of the projector. Failure to  follow these instructions may affect the 
warranty. For complete details of the  warranty, see the Warranty section at 
the end of this Users Guide.
2  f
t  
( .6 m
)
Do not place objects or people in the 2 foot  (.6m) area along the front of the projector. 
For ceiling mount applications, this  area should be 5 feet (1.5m).
5 ft (1.5m) 
						

							
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IntroductionYour new digital projector is simple to connect, easy to use, and straightfor-
ward to maintain. It is a versatile projec tor that is flexible enough for busi-
ness presentations and home video view ing too. It has native XGA 1024x768 
resolution and is compatible with a  wide variety of computers and video 
devices, including:
 Most standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), pro- gressive DVD, HDTV sources, TV and satellite tuners, camcorders, 
video games, and laser disc players.
 IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1280x1024 resolu- tion.
 Apple
® Macintosh
® and PowerBook
® computers up to 1280x1024 reso-
lution.
Product specificationsTo read the latest specifications on your multimedia projector, be sure to 
visit our website, as specifications  are subject to change. Web address infor-
mation is located on the back in side cover of this User ’s Guide.AccessoriesThe standard accessories that came with your projector can be found on the 
included packing list. Optional accessori es are listed in the Accessories cata-
log that came with the projector and ca n also found on our website. See the 
inside back cover for the Web address.Online RegistrationRegister your projector on our website to receive product updates, 
announcements, and regist ration incentives. See the inside back cover for 
the Web address.  
keypad
adjustable foot release
focus (thin ring)
remote control 
receiver (IR)
power cord
connector
power switch
zoom (thick ring)
speakertethered lens cap
panel
security lock
lamp
housing
door
foot adjustable
connector 
						

							
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Connector Panel
The projector provides both computer and video connection options, 
including: 
 M1 for computer and video
 S-video
 Composite RCA audio/video
The projector also provides the following connectors:
 Monitor out
 Audio out
 12 volt DC output (see below)12 volt DC outputThe 3.5mm mini-jack trigger provides a 12 volt DC output. It provides a 
constant output while the projector is
 on. It has numerous uses. For exam-
ple, if you connect your projection scr een to the 12 volt DC output with the 
cable that came with your screen, when  you turn on the projector the screen 
will move down; when you turn the projector off, the screen will return to 
the storage position. To use the 12 volt  DC output, you must first remove 
the safety plug and turn Screen Trig ger on in the System menu (see 
page 38).Wireless ProjectionYou can use the projector ’s M1 connector along with the InFocus LiteShow 
wireless adapter and software for cable- free digital projection. Contact an 
authorized InFocus dealer or visit th e website listed on the back inside 
cover of this User ’s Guide for more information.
M1computer monitor S-videoRCA
12 volt  audio
DC output out
audio/visual
out
12 volt DC output
+12v
ground
3.5mm plug
connect to, for example, screen relay (see screen 
manufacturer for details) 
						

							
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Positioning the projectorTo determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of 
your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between 
the projector and the rest of your eq uipment. Here are some general guide-
lines:
 Position the projector on a flat surfac e at a right angle to the screen. The 
projector must be at least 6.4 feet  (1.95m) from the projection screen.
 Position the projector within 10 feet (3m) of your power source and  within 6 feet (1.8m) of your video  device (unless you purchase exten-
sion cables). To ensure adequate cable access, do not place the projector 
within 6 inches (.15m) of a wall or other object.
 If you are installing the projector on  the ceiling, refer to the installation 
guide that comes with the Ceiling Mo unt Kit for more information. To 
turn the image upside down, see  “Ceiling” on page 38. We recommend 
using an InFocus authorized ceiling mount.
 Position the projector the desired di stance from the screen. The distance 
from the lens of the projector to th e screen, the zoom setting, and the 
video format determine the size of  the projected image. The top illus-
tration to the right shows three projected image sizes. For more infor-
mation about image sizes at different distances, see “Projected Image 
Size” on page 44.
 The image exits the projector at a given angle. This image offset is  112.2% when the projector is in 4:3 mode (default mode). This means 
that if you have an image 10’ high,  the bottom of the image will be 1.22’ 
above the center of the lens. 
 The image offset is 132.9% when th e projector is in 16:9 mode. This 
means that if you have an image 10’  high, the bottom of the image will 
be 3.29’ above the center of the lens. 
 See “Connecting a video device” on  page 16 for additional information 
on 16:9 and 4:3 modes.
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5  ft .
4.8 ft
.7.5 ft. 19 ft.
bottom of image
1.22 ft above center 10 ft high
image
Projection angle in 4:3 mode (default)
lens center
of lensbottom of image
3.29 ft above center 10 ft high
image
Projection angle in 16:9 mode
lens center
of lens 
						

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Projector and Device Connector GuideThe following illustration and table should help you find the connectors to use and obtain the best resolution possible from your input devices, such as com-
puters, standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV sources (1080i, 1035i, and 720p HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, camcord-
ers, video games (progressive and interlaced), and laser disc players.Computer connectionsComputer connections involve attaching the VGA and USB ends of the provided computer cable to a computer and connecting the other end (M1) to the 
Computer In input on the projector. The USB part of the computer cable allows you to advance slides in a PowerPoint™ presentation via a remote control. 
See page 11 for computer/projector setup information.Video connectionsThe first step for connecting video is deciding what type of output connector you want to connect to the projector. If there is more than one output on your 
video device, select the one with the highest quality. Your options are S-video (higher quality) and Composite video (lesser quality).
If you are connecting the projector to HDTV sources, the projector ’s M1 computer connector, labeled Computer In, should be used. Keep in mind that 
HDTV and progressive sources should only be handled through the projector ’s computer connector. You can also use an M1 to Component adapter (avail-
able as an optional accessory) to connect a progressive source’s component connectors to the projector.
computer in
monitor
S-video projector input connectors
(out) (HDTV and
progressive
sources)audio/visual
12 volt 
audio out
DC output
(composite) 
						

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Video Device 
Video 
Compatibility
If Your Device 
Connector Is
Attach to Adapter 
or Labeled 
Connector on 
Projector
For Setup Instructions, see
Comments
Standard Broadcast TV (not
 
HDTV) via: cable, digital 
cable, satellite TV, DVD, or 
VCR NTSC, PAL, and 
SECAM formatsComposite video 
or S-videoComposite video 
or S-videoComposite video connection on 
page 17. 
S-video connection on page 17Not for progressive 
(i.e. HDTV) sources. 
See page 10.
Standard Video CameraNTSC, PAL, and 
SECAM formatsComposite video 
or S-videoComposite video 
or S-videoComposite video connection on 
page 17. 
S-video connection on page 17Not for progressive 
(i.e. HDTV) sources. 
See page 10.
Standard Video GameNTSC, PAL, and 
SECAM formatsComposite video 
or S-videoComposite video 
or S-videoComposite video connection on 
page 17. 
S-video connection on page 17Not for progressive 
(i.e. HDTV) sources. 
See page 10. 
						

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Video Device 
Video 
Compatibility
If Your Device 
Connector Is
Attach to Adapter 
or Labeled 
Connector on 
Projector
For Setup Instructions, see
Comments
HDTV
(High Definition TV)1080i, 720p VGA
Component videoComputer In
Computer In via 
optional M1 to Com-
ponent adapterVGA connection on page 18
M1 to Component adapter on 
page 18 Not for Component 
480i.
Progressive DVD 1080i, 720p
Component 480p VGA
Component videoComputer In
Computer In via 
optional M1 to Com-
ponent adapterVGA connection on page 18
M1 to Component adapter on 
page 18 Not for Component 
480i.
Progressive Video Game1080i, 720p
Component 480p VGA
Component videoComputer In
Computer In via 
optional M1 to Com-
ponent adapterVGA connection on page 18
M1 to Component adapter on 
page 18 Not for Component 
480i.