Proxima Projector Model DP5100 User Manual
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Proxima Corporation warrants that the Proxima¨ Desktop Projectorª product manufactured by Proxima is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the Warranty Period. The Warranty Period commences on the day of purchase by the endÐuser. The Warranty Period is one year. The Desktop Projector lamps are not covered by this Warranty. The endÐuserÕs sales receipt or invoice showing the date of purchase of the product and the name of the Reseller is proof of date of purchase. The Warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. During the Warranty Period, Proxima will, at no additional charge, repair or replace defective parts or at the option of Proxima, replace the entire unit. This limited Warranty does not extend to any Proxima product that has been damaged or been rendered defective (a) as a result of accident, misuse or other abuse; (b) by the use of parts not manufactured or sold by Proxima; (c) by modification of the product; or (d) as a result of servicing by nonÐauthorized personnel. The foregoing Warranty is expressly in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties, including, without limitation, warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. To the extent not prohibited by law, all statutory warranties are hereby waived and excluded from this Warranty. Proxima expressly disclaims all warranties not stated in this Limited Warranty. Warning: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class ÒAÓ computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commer- cial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference. Proxima is a registered trademark of Proxima Corporation. Desktop Projector and trade dress are trademarks of Proxima Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. U.S. and foreign patents are pending. © Copyright 1995 Proxima Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. 7/95 Warranty Limitation of Warranties FCC Statement Trademarks, Patents, and Copyright
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Introduction .................................................................... 1Ð1 WhatÕs in the Box? ........................................................... 1Ð2 Quick Setup Desktop Computers .................................... 1Ð3 Quick Setup Laptop and Notebooks ............................... 1Ð4 Your Proxima Desktop Projector ..................................... 2Ð1 Setting up the Projector ................................................... 2Ð2 Connecting the Desktop Projector .................................. 2Ð3 COMPUTER (RGB) ............................................... 2Ð4 VIDEO IN ............................................................... 2Ð6 SÐVHS ..................................................................... 2Ð7 COMPUTER AUDIO IN ....................................... 2Ð7 AUDIO IN .............................................................. 2Ð8 AUDIO System ........................................................ 2Ð9 Powering Up ................................................................... 2Ð9 Applying Power to the Projector .............................. 2Ð9 Turning On/Off the Lamp ..................................... 2Ð10 Projecting the Image ...................................................... 2Ð11 Image Size .............................................................. 2Ð11 Image Sizing and Focusing ..................................... 2Ð12 Keystoning ............................................................. 2Ð12 The Control Panel ........................................................... 3Ð1 Control Panel Keys .......................................................... 3Ð2 STANDBY/ON Key ................................................ 3Ð2 INPUT Key ............................................................. 3Ð2 ZOOM Key ............................................................. 3Ð2 FOCUS Key ............................................................. 3Ð2 Control Panel Indicators .................................................. 3Ð3 TEMP Indicator ....................................................... 3Ð3 LAMP Indicator ....................................................... 3Ð4 ON Indicator ........................................................... 3Ð4 Contents Chapter 1 Introducing the Proxima ¨ Desktop Projectorª Chapter 2 Detailed Setup Chapter 3 Using the Desktop Projector
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Remote Control ............................................................... 3Ð5 STANDBY/ON Key ................................................ 3Ð6 RESET Key .............................................................. 3Ð6 CALL Key ................................................................ 3Ð6 INPUT SELECT Keys ............................................. 3Ð6 ZOOM Key ............................................................. 3Ð7 FOCUS Key ............................................................. 3Ð7 MENU Keys ............................................................ 3Ð7 VOLUME Keys ....................................................... 3Ð8 MUTE Key .............................................................. 3Ð8 CHANGE Keys ....................................................... 3Ð8 BLUE BACK Key .................................................... 3Ð8 LIGHT Key (on side of remote control) .................. 3Ð8 Menus ............................................................................. 3Ð9 Displaying the Menu ................................................ 3Ð9 Selecting and Changing Settins ................................ 3Ð9 Saving Changes ........................................................ 3Ð9 Computer (RGB) Video Menu .............................. 3Ð10 Video Menu ........................................................... 3Ð11 Lens Cleaning .................................................................. 4Ð1 General Maintenance ....................................................... 4Ð2 Replacing the Lamp ................................................. 4Ð2 Cleaning the Air Filter .............................................. 4Ð3 Changing the Remote ControlÕs Batteries ................ 4Ð5 Temperature Extremes ............................................. 4Ð5 Troubleshooting Chart .................................................... 5Ð1 Where to Get Help .......................................................... 5Ð4 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Accessories & Replacement Parts Index Chapter 4 Maintenance Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
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UserÕs Guide ¥ 1Ð1 Chapter 1 ¥ Introducing the Proxima ¨ Desktop Projector Chapter 1 Introducing the Proxima Desktop Projector The Proxima¨ Desktop Projectorª Model DP5100 is a portable, color data and video LCD desktop projection product that makes sharing data and presenting information as easy as connecting your computer to your monitor. 800 600 400 200 0 APRMAYJUNJUL 800 600 400 200 0 APRMAYJUNJUL FOCUS NFZOOM WTINPUTSTANDBY /ON ONLAMPTEMP Figure 1-1 The Proxima Desktop Projector DP5100 in use
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1Ð2 ¥ UserÕs Guide Chapter 1 ¥ Introducing the Proxima ¨ Desktop Projector After youÕve opened the box and removed the Desktop Projector, make sure you have all the items shown in Figure 1-2. CAUTION! The Desktop Projector 5100 should be treated like any other precision optical instrument. Handle it carefully. Proxima Desktop ProjectorRemote control Power cord VGA video cableMacintosh video cable adaptor Also included but not shown: • (2) AA alkaline batteries • Users Guide • Product Registration Card Composite audio/video cable T INPUT STANDBY /ONWVIDEORGB MENUVOLFRESETCALLN FOCUS ZOOM RGB 1/2 VIDEO 1/2MENUMENUHCHANGE BLUE BACKVVOL MUTE Figure 1-2 Items included with the Desktop Projector 5100 WhatÕs in the Box?
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UserÕs Guide ¥ 1Ð3 Chapter 1 ¥ Introducing the Proxima ¨ Desktop Projector Quick Setup: Desktop ComputersHere are the steps you follow to connect your PC or Macintosh to the projector (to connect to a laptop or notebook computer, follow the instructions on the next page). Each step is described in detail in Chapter 2. 1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface, at a right angle (perpendicular) to the projection screen, parallel to the floor. 2. Remove the lens cover. 3. Turn off the computer, the monitor, and the projector. 4. Unplug the monitor cable from the video monitor port on your computer. 5. If you are using a Macintosh, a) Connect the Macintosh video cable adaptor (supplied with the projector) to either end of the DP5100 VGA video cable. b) Plug the other end of the Macintosh video cable adaptor into the MacintoshÕs video output (monitor) port. Skip ahead to step 7. 6. To connect to a PC, plug one end of the DP5100 VGA video cable into the computerÕs video output (monitor) port. 7. Plug the other end of the DP5100 VGA video cable into the projectorÕs COMPUTER (RGB) 1 or 2 port. 8. To connect additional video and audio sources to the projector, see pages 2-6 through 2-9. 9. Turn on the projector, then turn on your computer and monitor. Macintosh Video Cable Adaptor 1 2 RGB VGA video cable
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1Ð4 ¥ UserÕs Guide Chapter 1 ¥ Introducing the Proxima ¨ Desktop Projector To connect the projector to your laptop or notebook computer, follow these instructions. Each step is described in detail in Chapter 2. 1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface, at a right angle (perpendicular) to the projection screen, parallel to the floor. 2. Remove the lens cover. 3. Turn off the computer and the projector. 4. If you have a PC laptop, skip ahead to step 5. To connect to a Macintosh laptop, you will use two additional cables: a) Plug the laptop video adaptor cable (supplied with the laptop) into the laptop. b) Connect one end of the Macintosh video cable adaptor (supplied with the projector) to the laptop video adaptor cable. c) Connect the other end of the Macintosh video cable adapter to either end of the DP5100 VGA video cable. Skip ahead to step 6. 5. To connect to a PC laptop, plug one end of the DP5100 VGA video cable into the computerÕs video output (monitor) port. 6. Plug the other end of the DP5100 VGA video cable into the projectorÕs COMPUTER (RGB) 1 or 2 port. 7. To connect additional video and audio sources to the pro- jector, turn to pages 2-6 through 2-9. 8. Turn on the projector, then turn on your computer.Quick Setup: Laptop and Notebooks 1 2 RGB Macintosh Video Cable Adaptor VGA video cable
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UserÕs Guide ¥ 2Ð1 Chapter 2 ¥ Detailed Setup Chapter 2 Detailed Setup Your Proxima Desktop ProjectorBefore you begin, examine the components of the projector. 3 FOCUS NFZOOM WTINPUTSTANDBY /ON ONLAMPTEMP T INPUTSTANDBY /ONWVIDEORGB MENUVOLFRESETCALLN FOCUS ZOOM RGB 1/2 VIDEO 1/2MENU MENUHCHANGE BLUE BACKVVOL MUTE4 5 1 2 10 6 7 8 9 Figure 2-1 The Proxima Desktop Projector and Remote Control (1) Control panel (2) Air exhaust (at rear) (3) Connector panel (4) AC power switch (5) Power cord receptacle (6) Air intake filter (on bottom) (7) Projection lens assembly (8) Internal speaker (9) Handle (10) Remote control
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2Ð2 ¥ UserÕs Guide Chapter 2 ¥ Detailed Setup Setting up the ProjectorSetting Up the Projector 1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface. The projector should be located at a right angle (perpendicular) to the projection screen and parallel to the floor. FOCUS NFZOOM WTINPUTSTANDBY /ON ONLAMPTEMP Projection Screen Figure 2-2 Positioning the Desktop Projector, top view and side view Note: If youre using a media cart, make sure the wheels are locked to prevent it from moving. 2. Remove the lens cover.