Proxima Projector Dp2400 User Manual

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¨ Desktop Projector
Control Panel
BrightnessSync
Volume
VideoMenu/Lamp
OVERTEMPREPLACE LAMP
Figure 1-3
The control panel
CONTROLFUNCTION
VOLUMEAdjusts audio level of the projectors internal speakers.BRIGHTNESS Increases/decreases brightness of the projected image.SYNCCompensates for fine variations in the timing of the
computer video signal.
VIDEO
Switches between computer video, NTSC/PAL/SECAM
video, or S-VHS.
MENU/
Press once to display the Levels menu.
Press again to display the Setup menu.
Press a third time to exit the Menu window.
Hold down for several seconds to initiate (optional)
Cyclops light measurement sequence.
Hold down when powering up projector to disable
Cyclops.
LAMP
Toggles the projection lamp ON/OFF.
ARROWSMake small adjustments to the projected images position.
Changes Menu Window settings when in MENU mode.
- Press the Right/Left arrow key to move to the setting.
- Press the Up/Down arrow key to change the setting. 
						

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Warning and Alert Lights
Warning and alert lights on the control panel indicate the
Desktop ProjectorÕs operating condition.
Levels Menu
Press the MENU/    key once to display the Levels Menu. This
menu varies automatically based on the type of video source
displayed.
BRIGHTNESS
SYNC
VOLUME
RED
GREENBLUE
Figure 1-4
Levels Menu for computer video
BRIGHTNESS
R     TINT     G
SIG LEVELVOLUME
Figure 1-5
Levels Menu for NTSC/PAL/SECAM and SÐVHS video
OVERTEMPIlluminates in the unlikely event the projector reaches
an over–temperature condition.
REPLACE
LAMPIlluminates if the active and/or spare projector lamp
burns out.
CONTROLFUNCTION
BRIGHTNESS Increases/decreases the overall brightness of the
projected image.
SYNCCompensates for fine variations in the timing of the
computer video signal.
VOLUME Adjusts the audio level of the projector’s internal
speakers.
RED Adjusts the red color signal for computer video.
GREENAdjusts the green color signal for computer video.
BLUE Adjusts the blue color signal for computer video.
TINT Adjusts the Red and Green color balance for
NTSC/PAL/SECAM/S-VHS video.
SIG LEVEL Adjusts the difference between light and dark
segments of the projected image. 
						

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Setup Menu
Press the MENU/    key a second time to display the Setup Menu.
SOURCEIMAGECOLORSPROJECTION
FREQUENCYLANGUAGESTORE?SETTINGSVGA640x480NORMAL226981FORWARD
8 0 0 ENGLISH NOFACTORY
Figure 1-6
Setup Menu
CONTROLFUNCTION
SOURCELists the name of the input source detected by the
projector.
Accessible in modes where other choices are
available, based on the type of signal the projector
is receiving.
IMAGE Switches between NORMAL and REVERSE modes.
REVERSE is used primarily for viewing text
screens.
COLORSSelects the color mode most suitable for the
projected image.
PROJECTION   Flips the displayed image for use with a rear
projection screen.
FREQUENCY Synchronizes the projector with the video source.
Note: Adjust SYNC before changing FREQUENCY.
LANGUAGE Switches the language set used in the Menu
Window: English, French, German, Italian, and
Spanish.
STORE?Saves settings currently displayed in both Menus.
SETTINGS Retrieves factory–set or stored settings, or saves
the current settings. 
						

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Remote Control
The Remote Control contains all the key functions available on
the Control Panel and provides access to additional functions not
available on the Control Panel or through the Menu Window.


Blue keys = PC/MAC Remote softw
VIDEO
–  SYNC  +MENU
CYCLOPS
LAMP
-   BRIGHTNESS   + -   VOLUME   +
< REV
PAUSE FWD >MUTETEXT

Active Matrix
FREEZE
Figure 1-7
Remote control unit
CONTROLFUNCTION
MUTE Toggles sound OFF/ON to the internal
and external speakers
TEXTToggles between VGA text mode of
640 x 400 lines and DOS text mode
of 720 x 400 lines. DOS text is
easier to view when using Text mode.
REV
PAUSE
FWDWorks with Proxima’s Presentation
Control Software, which can be used
to sequence electronic slides.
Detailed instructions are included
with the software.
FREEZEFreezes the image. Press it a second
time to continue.Use this to skip
over a slide, or to do a freeze-frame
during video or animation. 
						

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Getting Help
For technical support, please contact your dealer or call Proxima
at:
U.S.A. and Canada Outside U.S.A. and
CanadaEurope
(619) 457-5500
Press 1 for
Customer Service.
(619) 457-8542
(fax)(619) 457-5500
Press 1 for Customer
Service.
(619) 622-0173 (fax)+31-43-358-5200
+31-43-358-5201
(Fax) 
						

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Chapter 2
Detailed
Setup
Your Proxima
Desktop
ProjectorBefore you begin, examine the components of the projector.
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VIDEOMENUFREEZELAMP< REVFWD >MUTEPAUSE–  BRIGHTNESS  +
Blue keys = PC/MAC Remote softwareTEXT–  VOLUME  +–    SYNC    +CYCLOPS
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S-VHS
VIDEO IN
Figure 2-1
The Proxima Desktop Projector and Remote Control
(1) Control Panel   (9) Projection Lens Assembly
(2) Mirror Assembly         and Focus Ring
(3) Internal Speakers (10) Remote Control
(4) Cover Assembly (11) Connector Panel
(5) Top Air Intake Filter (12) Lamp Selector
(6) Recessed Handle (13) Lamp Chamber Latch
(7) Front Air Intake Filters (14) Power Cord Receptacle
(8) Cyclops Lens (15) AC Power Switch
(16) Circuit Breaker Reset Button 
						

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Opening the Projector
1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle
(perpendicular) to the projection screen and parallel to the
floor. If youÕre using a media cart, make sure the wheels are
locked to prevent it from moving.
Perpendicular to the
projection screen
Parallel to the floor Top View
Side View
Projection Screen
Figure 2-2
Positioning the Desktop Projector
Getting
Started 
						

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2. Grasp the front edge of the cover assembly at the upper front
of the projector and raise it until it reaches the first stop. You
can use the projector in this position, or raise the cover
assembly to the second stop; whichever you prefer.
Figure 2-3
Opening the cover assembly
CAUTION! The Desktop Projectors cover and projection
mirror assemblies have been designed to limit over-extension.
Applying excessive pressure can damage the projector.
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3. Place your fingers beneath the mirror assembly at the lower
center of the front panel and raise it until it reaches a 45û angle
(approximately) relative to the top of the lens assembly.
Figure 2-4
Raising the mirror assembly
Figure 2-5
The Desktop Projector in the open position 
						

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4. After you turn on the projector and computer, if you want to
raise or lower the projected image, just move the mirror
assembly to the appropriate angle.
CAUTION! DO NOT use the assembly cover or projection
mirror as a handle. TO AVOID DAMAGE, YOU MUST
COMPLETELY CLOSE THE PROJECTOR BEFORE
MOVING IT.
If you must move the projector while it is open, grasp it securely
at the sides by the lower part of the housing to support the weight
of the unit.
PROXIMA
Figure 2-6
Moving the projector when open
Using an AV Tripod
On the bottom of the projector there is a connector that you can
connect to a tripod. Use only a heavy-duty, industrial audio-visual
tripod that can support at least 25 pounds.
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