InFocus ScreenPlay 4800 Projector User Manual

User’s Guide
InFocus Corporation
In the Americas:
27700B SW Parkway Avenue 
Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-9215
1-800-294-6400 
•503-685-8888
Fax : 503-685-8887
http://www.infocus.com
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User’s GuideScreenPlay 4800
In Europe:
InFocus International B.V.
Strawinskylaan 585
1077 XX Amsterdam
The Netherlands 
Phone: (31) 20 5792000
Fax: (31) 20 5792999
In Asia : 
238A Thomson Road
#18-01/04 Novena Square
Singapore 307684
Telephone: (65) 6334-9005
Fax :...

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ENGLISHDeclaration 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 that the ScreenPlay 4800 projector conforms 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...

3 Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Positioning the projector  5
Connecting a computer source  6
Required computer connections  6
Optional computer connections  6
Displaying a computer source image  7
Adjusting the image  8
Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first time  9
Connecting a video device  11
Projector and Device Connector Guide  12
Computer connections  12
Video connections  12
Video device connections  15
Composite video connection  15
S-video connection  15
Component video connection...

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IntroductionYour new digital projector is easy to use and maintain. It is an exceptional 
projector for both business presentations and home entertainment. The dig-
ital projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and video 
devices, including:
 Most standard VCRs, DVD players (progressive and interlaced), HDTV 
sources (1080i, 1035i, and 720P HDTV formats), TV and satellite tuners, 
camcorders, video games, and laser disc players.
 IBM-compatible computers and laptops, up to 1024x768...

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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 equipment. Here are some general guide-
lines:
 Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The 
projector must be at least 4.9 feet (1.49m) from the projection screen.
 Position the projector within 10 feet (3m) of your power source and 
within 6 feet (1.8m) of...

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Connecting a computer sourceRequired computer connectionsConnect one end of the computer cable (see page 11 for connecting video 
devices) to the dark blue Computer In connector on the projector. Connect 
the other end to the video port on your computer. If you are using a desktop 
computer, you will need to disconnect the monitor cable from the com-
puter ’s video port first. 
Connect the black power cord to the Powe r connector on the side of the pro-
jector and to your electrical outlet.
NOTE:...

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Displaying a computer source image Remove the lens cap.
To g g l e  t h e  Pow e r switch on the side of the projector to the On position.
The LED flashes green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, 
the start up screen displays and the LED is steady green. It can take a 
minute for the image to achieve full brightness. 
? No start up screen? Get help on page 20.
Turn on your computer.
The computer ’s image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, 
press the Computer button...

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Adjusting the imageAdjust the height of the projector, if necessary, by pressing the release but-
ton to extend the foot. 
Rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector, if necessary.
Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust vent in front of the projector.
Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree 
angle to the screen. 
See page 41 for a table listing screen sizes and distances.
Adjust the zoom or focus.
If the image is not square, adjust the...

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Using the projector with Windows 98 for the first 
timeThe first time you connect a computer running Windows 98 to the projector, 
the computer recognizes the projector as “new hardware” and the Add 
New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow these instructions to use the Wiz-
ard to load the correct driver (which was installed with your Windows 
operating system).
If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows ME, skip these steps and go 
to “Adjusting the image” on page 8.aClick Next to begin searching for the...