Proxima Projector Dp2810 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 presentation.
¥ Make sure that all cables are secured and out of the way. In
particular, be extremely careful of the power cord and any
extension cords.
To attach the tripod to the projector:
1. Grasp the projector by the handle and stand it on its side.
2. Holding the tripod sideways, screw its threaded camera mount
into the connector on the bottom of the projector.
3. Extend and lock the tripodÕs legs.
4. Grasp the projector by its handle and place your other hand
under the unit (the side opposite the handle). Lift and turn the
projector to its normal operating position on top of the tripod.
Closing the Projector
To close the projector, reverse the opening procedures.
1. Gently rotate the projection mirror assembly forward and
down until it is in the fully closed position.
2. Gently rotate the hinged cover assembly forward and down
until it is in the fully closed position. 
						

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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 handle. Pull the handle up.
2. Release the handle. The spring-loaded mechanism will retract
it back into the body of the projector.
The projector has protective feet on the side opposite the handle
as well as on the bottom.
Figure 2-7
Accessing the handle
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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 like to add video to audio-enabled models,
you can order the Video Adapter kit (A195); see Appendix B for
ordering information.
Connecting
the Projector
ITEMDESCRIPTION
1 RS-232For using optional Cyclops system or Presentation
Control Software.
2 COMPUTERConnects computer video to the projector.3 AUDIO OUT
Stereo output to external powered speakers or external
sound system.
4 AUDIO IN
Left and right inputs from VCR or other audio source, or
amplified or wireless microphone.
5 COMPUTER
AUDIO INLeft and right inputs from computer audio source, or
amplified or wireless microphone.
6 VIDEO IN
NTSC/PAL/SECAM input from VCRs, laserdisc players,
and camcorders (Audio/video-enabled models only).
7 S-VHS
Input from S-VHS or S-video source (Audio/video-enabled
models only). 
						

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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 off.
2. Unplug the monitor cable from your computerÕs video
monitor port and attach it to the MONITOR end of the
Y-cable.
Note:  To connect your desktop computer without a monitor,
connect one of the supplied video terminators to the MONITOR
end of the Y-cable. Use the appropriate terminator for your
system.
3. Locate the Y-cables common end, marked CPU/MAC II for
Macintosh systems and COMPUTER/VGA for IBMÐ
compatibles. Plug it into the computers monitor port.
VGA
(C454Ð6)Macintosh
(C464Ð6) 
						

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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
compatibles. Plug it into the computerÕs monitor port.
3. Insert the Y-cableÕs large, 25-pin connector marked LCD into
the projectorÕs COMPUTER port.
4. Attach the appropriate video terminator to the MONITOR
end of the Y-cable. For IBM compatibles, use part number
C936; for Macintosh systems, use part number C935.
Note:  If your Desktop Projector is unable to project an image
at the same time your laptop monitor displays an image, refer to
your laptop documentation for information on switching between
the internal screen and the video port.
Special Configurations
If your computer has an internal monitor but no external video
capability (such as Macintosh Performa 575, PowerMac 5200,
and certain PowerBooks), you need a video adapter card in order
to attach the projector.
Setup for a third-party adapter is identical to the procedures
outlined in the previous section Desktop Computers. Contact your
dealer, Proxima Customer Service, or third-party supplier for
more information about an appropriate video adapter. 
						

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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 connected to a video source
Note:  If you would like to add video to audio-enabled models,
you can order the Video Adapter Kit (A195); see Appendix B for
ordering information. 
						

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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
source. Refer to the AUDIO IN section later in this chapter.
SÐVHS
Audio/video-enabled models can project video from an
S-VHS or S-Video source.
1. Connect one end of the S-Video (Y-C) cable (C466Ð6) to your
video source connector marked VIDEO OUT, TO
MONITOR, or something similar. The cable has identical
round 4-pin connectors on either end.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the Desktop Projectors
input connector marked S-VHS.
Note:  With the installation of an optional Video Adapter Kit
(A195), audio-enabled models can also display video images from
an NTSC, PAL, or SECAM source. Appendix B explains how to
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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 connectors.
AUDIO IN
All Desktop Projector models have left and right stereo connectors
for audio input from VCRs, laserdisc players, and other video
equipment, or from a microphone.
Connecting a Video Audio Source
The composite audio/video cable (C497-6) is made up of 3 cables
with yellow, red, and white RCA plugs.
1. Insert a white RCA plug  into your video sourceÕs left AUDIO
OUT connector. Insert the other white RCA plug into the
projectors left AUDIO IN port.
2. Insert a red RCA plug into your video sourceÕs right AUDIO
OUT connector. Insert the other red RCA plug into the
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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
and right AUDIO IN connectors. If you are using computer
audio, connect the source to the projectorÕs Left and Right
COMPUTER AUDIO IN connectors.
Connecting a Microphone
When you need to address a larger audience while projecting an
NTSC, PAL, SECAM or S-VHS video image, plug an amplified
or wireless microphone equipped with a line level output
(maximum level of 1 volt, peak-to-peak) into the Left and Right
AUDIO IN connectors. The microphone will work when an
NTSC, PAL, SECAM or S-VHS video image is projected. If you
wish to address a larger audience while projecting a computer
image, connect the source to the projectorÕs Left and Right
COMPUTER AUDIO IN connectors.
If your microphoneÕs amplifier has only one output, use the RCA
ÒYÓ adapter cable (part number C496) and a standard RCA cable
to connect it to both of the projectorÕs AUDIO IN or
COMPUTER AUDIO IN connectors.