Proxima Projector Dp2400 User Manual

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CAUTION! Be extremely careful when you use the projector
with a tripod. You should observe the following precautions:
¥ You can mount the projector on a tripod by yourself.
However, it is easier to do this if someone else is holding the
projector while you connect the tripod.
¥ Make sure the tripodÕs legs and camera mount are securely
locked.
¥ Do not place the tripod and projector in any pathways that
you or your audience will be using during the...

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CAUTION! Forcing the mirror and hinged cover assembly to
snap into place may damage the mirror assembly. Do not attempt
to close the projector by only moving the cover assembly.
Transporting the Projector
CAUTION! Do not move or transport the Desktop Projector
without securely closing the projector and disconnecting all of the
cables.
The Desktop Projector has a recessed carrying handle located in
one of the side panels.
1. Push in on either end of the...

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Take a moment to look at the projectorÕs rear connector panel.

RS-232
COMPUTER AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN L                                 R L                                 R

AUDIO
OUT
Audio/Video-
enabled models
RS-232
Audio-enabled 
models
COMPUTER
COMPUTER S-VHS
VIDEO  IN
1
2
3
1
2
4
5
6
7 
COMPUTER AUDIO IN
L                                 R L                                 R5
6
4
5

AUDIO
OUT
3
Figure 2-8
The Connector Panels
Note:  If you would...

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COMPUTER
The video Y-cable allows you to connect your computer to both
the Desktop Projector and to a separate computer monitor, so
that you can view computer video output on the monitor and
projection screen simultaneously.
Desktop Computers
The same procedure is used to connect a PC or a Macintosh to
your projector. Use the Y-cable appropriate for your system.
Figure 2-9
VGA and Macintosh connections
1. Make sure that the computer and monitor are turned...

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4. Insert the Y-cableÕs large, 25Ðpin connector (marked LCD)
into the Desktop Projectors COMPUTER port.
MONITOR
COMPUTER
/VGALCDPROXIMA
Figure 2-9
VGA connections
MONITOR
MAC II/CPU
LCD
PROXIMA
Figure 2-10
Macintosh connections 

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Notebooks/Laptops
Use the Y-cable appropriate for your system. For IBM com-
patibles, use part number C454-6; for Macintosh systems, use
part number C464-6. If you are using your notebook or laptop
computer with an external monitor, follow the procedure
described in the section titled Desktop Computers.
1. Make sure that the computer is turned off.
2. Locate the Y-cableÕs common end, marked CPU/MACII for
Macintosh systems or COMPUTER/VGA for IBM...

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RSÐ232
The RSÐ232 port allows you to use the optional Cyclops
interactive pointer system or the Proxima Presentation Control
Software. Instructions for connecting the appropriate serial or
ADB cables are included with each of these products.
VIDEO IN
Audio/video-enabled models can project video from NTSC, PAL
or SECAM  sources (VCRs, laserdisc players, and video
recorders).
VIDEO RECORDER – VCRVIDEO OUTAUDIO OUT
PROXIMA
Figure 2-11
The Desktop Projector...

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To connect an NTSC, PAL, or SECAM source to your Desktop
Projector:
1. The composite audio/video cable (C497Ð6) is made up of 3
cables with yellow, red, and white RCA plugs. Insert the
yellow RCA plug into the circular connector on your
camcorder, laserdisc player, or VCR marked VIDEO OUT,
TO MONITOR, or something similar.
2. Insert the other yellow RCA plug into the projectors VIDEO
IN port.
The red and white cables are for audio input from the video...

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COMPUTER AUDIO IN
The COMPUTER AUDIO IN connector allows all Desktop
Projector models to receive audio input from a computer or a
microphone.
Connecting Your ComputerÕs Audio
1. Insert the mini jack end of the computer audio cable (C498-6)
into the AUDIO OUT connector of a Macintosh or the sound
card of an IBM compatible.
2. Insert the RCA jacks at the other end of the computer audio
cable into the projectorÕs left and right COMPUTER AUDIO
IN...

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Note: Although both COMPUTER AUDIO IN and AUDIO
IN may be connected simultaneously, only one is active.
¥ If computer video is selected, COMPUTER AUDIO IN is
active.
¥ If NTSC/PAL/SECAM/S-VHS video is being viewed,
AUDIO IN is active.
Connecting a Monaural Source
If you have a monaural source that you want to play through the
Desktop ProjectorÕs left and right speakers, use the RCA ÒYÓ
adapter cable (C496) to connect the source to the projectorÕs left...