Proxima Projector Model DP5100 User Manual

							5Ð2  ¥  UserÕs Guide Chapter 5  ¥  Troubleshooting
ProblemLikely Cause Possible  Solution(s)
Streaks on monitor Video cable plugged  
into computer is
upside-downCheck and re-set cable
connections
Faint screen Low intensity Adjust BRIGHT
(brightness) and CONTR
(contrast) settings
Jittery,  fuzzy  letters Out of sync Adjust H PHASE setting
Cannot get entire
image on screen;
scrambled imageCompatibility  problems Verify projector is image
compatible with one of
the standards listed in
Appendix A
“Shimmering” colors H PHASE or BRIGHT
setting out of
adjustmentAdjust H PHASE or
BRIGHT (brightness)
settings
Colors weak in video
mode (NTSC, PAL,  
or S-VHS)Weak video signal Check for faulty video
source, bad connection,
or frayed cable
COLOR setting may be
too lowAdjust COLOR setting
Getting excess white
or washout in TV
video mode (NTSC,
PAL, or S-VHS)CONTRAST setting is
too highAdjust CONTR (contrast)
setting, then adjust
BRIGHT (brightness)
setting
No audio Audio  source(s) Check audio source(s) for
power ON and proper
operation
Loose,  improper  cabling Check and secure cabling
between audio source(s)
and projector
TEMP indication Air vent(s) clogged Allow projector to cool;
clear obstructions from
vents
Clean and replace filters
as necessary
Internal fan failure Allow projector to cool
Check for fan and blower
operation; service if
necessary
Remote Control
doesn’t workBatteries upside-down
or oldCheck battery placement
or replace with new
batteries
Projector’s IR receiver
window blockedRemove object
obstructing red IR
receiver on front of
projector
Out of range Move within 16 and
within a 30o
 angle from
the front on the
projector. 
						

							UserÕs Guide  ¥  5Ð3 Chapter 5  ¥  Troubleshooting
Where to Get
HelpIf you need help:
1. Check the Troubleshooting Chart.
2. Call your dealerÕs technical support line and explain your
problem.
3. Call Proxima at:
U.S.A. and Canada:
(619) 457Ð5500
Press 1 for Customer Service.
(619) 457-8542 (Fax)
Outside U.S.A. and Canada:
(619) 457Ð5500
Press 1 for Customer Service.
(619) 622-0173 (Fax)
Europe:
+31-43-358 5200
+31-43-358 5201 (Fax) 
						

							5Ð4  ¥  UserÕs Guide Chapter 5  ¥  Troubleshooting
Returns
If the Desktop Projector or any of its accessories are determined to
be defective:
1. Contact Proxima Customer Service to request a Return
Material Authorization (RMA) number.
2. Send the defective unit with the RMA number clearly marked
on the outside of the shipping box, freight prepaid, to:
U.S.A. and Canada:
Proxima Corporation
RMA # ___________
9440 Carroll Park Drive
San Diego, CA  92121
Europe:
Proxima Corporation
RMA # ___________
Horsterweg 24
6191 RX Beek
The Netherlands
3. Pack the projector in its original box for safe shipment. If you
no longer have the original shipping materials, contact
Proxima Customer Service for packaging. 
						

							UserÕs Guide  ¥  AÐ1 Appendix A  ¥  Specifications
Appendix A
Specifications
Proxima Desktop Projector 5100
Projector  Type Portable Multimedia Projector
Computer
CompatibilityPC compatibles (VGA, VESA 640 x 480 @ 72 Hz)
Apple Macintosh II, Quadra, Centris, Performa,
PowerBook, and Power Macintosh
Video Compatibility NTSC, PAL   
ConnectorsRGB: Two DB-15s (VGA connectors)
Video:Two female RCA composites  
Two 4-pin Mini DIN S-Video (Y/C)
One BNC connector
Audio:Two sets of female RCA jacks for  
COMPUTER AUDIO IN
Two female RCA jacks for VIDEO AUDIO IN
LCD Panels 3 polysilicon active-matrix TFT (Thin-Film Transistor)
Resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Number of Colors 16.7 million colors
Response Time 30 - 50 milliseconds (typical)
Contrast Ratio 200:1 (typical)
Brightness 300 ANSI lumens
Lamp 250 watt metal-halide
Dimensions 12.6” W x 18.2” L x 6.7” H
32.0 cm W x 46.1 cm L x 16.9 cm H
Weight 23.1 lbs (10.5 kg)
Projection  Distance 3’ (1 m) to infinity (limited only by ambient light)
Screen Image Size 35” (88.9 cm)  to unlimited diagonal
Lens F3.0–3.8 (46.5–74.4 mm), 1:1.6 power zoom, power
focus
Keystone
CorrectionNormal at +8.8o
 projection angle
AudioSingle speaker, top facing
3 watt amplifier
Four sets of stereo inputs (Audio follows video):
RGB (COMPUTER) AUDIO IN – 2 sets
AUDIO IN (for video sources) – 2 sets
Note: COMPUTER (RGB) AUDIO IN and AUDIO IN may be
used as microphone inputs w/th line level signals
Power Requirements 100-30 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Storage Temp.
-4o
 F to 140o
 F (-20o
 C to 60o
 C)
Humidity  Tolerance 10% to 85% non-condensing
ApprovalsFCC Class A, Cul, UL
WarrantyOne year parts and labor. No warranty on lamp. 
						

							UserÕs Guide  ¥  BÐ1 Appendix B  ¥  Accessories & Replacement Parts
Appendix B
Accessories &
Replacement
Parts
Proxima Desktop Projector 5100
AccessoryDescriptionPart No.
Desktop Projector™
Soft Carrying CaseAccomodates the DP5100
and accessoriesA296
Desktop Projector
Hard Carrying CaseAccomodates the DP5100  
and accessoriesA295
Interface  Kit Connects Mac SE or SE/30
to Desktop ProjectorA33
Interface  Kit Connects Mac Classic to
Desktop ProjectorA35
RCA  Cable Male RCA connects DP5100
to male RCA video sourceC400-6
BNC to RCA CableConnects Desktop Projector
to a video source w/ a BNC
connectorC468-6
Computer-grade
Surge ProtectorProtects projector and other
attached equipment from
power surges and spikes.
North America use only.
Comes with $10,000
equipment guarantee.S100
Distribution Amplifier
(VGA)Connects both the projector
and the monitor to the
computer (VGA)A51-1 (120V)
A51-2 (220V)
Distribution Amplifier
(Macintosh)Connects both the projector
and the monitor to the
MacintoshA51-3 (120V)
A51-4 (220V) 
						

							BÐ2  ¥  UserÕs Guide Appendix B  ¥  Accessories & Replacement Parts
You can order accessories and replacement parts through your
local dealer or by contacting Proxima at the following numbers:
U.S.A. and Canada:
(619) 457Ð5500
Press 1 for Customer Service.
(619) 457Ð8542 (Fax)
Outside U.S.A. and Canada:
(619) 457Ð5500
Press 1 for Customer Service.
(619) 622Ð0173 (Fax)
Europe:
+31-43-650 248
+31-43-649 220 (Fax)
Replacement PartsPart No.
Air Filter260-00028
VGA Video Cable900-95006
Macintosh Video Cable Adaptor900-95101
Composite Video/Audio Cable900-94908
Metal Halide Lamp160-00072
Power Cord: British ?
Power Cord: European ?
Power Cord: Italian ?
Power Cord: North American901-01510
Lens Cap280-00009
Remote Control080-00714-1 
						

							Index
A
adjusting the image 3-9
brightness 3-9
color 3-11
contrast 3-9
H-POSI 3-10
streaks and shimmering 3-10
sharpness 3-11
tint 3-11
V-POSI 3-9
accessories B-1
air filter 4-3
applying power to the projector 2-10
arrow keys, remote control 3-6
audio
connecting from VCR or laserdisc 2-8
connecting from computer 2-6
connecting to a microphone 2-9
B
batteries, remote control 4-6
BLUE BACK key 3-7
brightness, adjusting 3-9
BRIGHTNESS setting 3-9, 3-10
C
CALL key 3-5
CHANGE key 3-7
Changing
air filters 4-3
batteries 4-6lamps 4-2
cleaning
air filter 4-3
lens 4-1
color, adjusting 3-11
COLOR setting 3-11
Connector panel 2-3
connecting hardware
desktop computers 2-4
laptop computers 2-5
microphones 2-9
notebook computers 2-5
connecting audio
from computer 2-6
from VCR or laserdisc 2-8
connecting video from VCR 2-6
CONTRAST setting 3-11
Control panel 3-1
D
Desktop Projector
components 1-2
positioning 2-2, 2-13
projection distance 2-11
turning on 2-10
E
external speakers 2-9
external stereo system 2-9 
						

							F
FOCUS key 2-12, 3-2, 3-6
focusing the image 2-12
H
horizontal image adjustment 3-10
H PHASE setting 3-10
H POSI setting 3-10
I
INPUT key 3-1
INPUT SELECT key 3-5
image size 2-11
K
keys
ARROW keys (MENU) 3-6
BLUE BACK key 3-7
CALL key 3-5
CHANGE key 3-7
FOCUS key 3-6
INPUT key 3-1
INPUT SELECT key 3-5
LIGHT key 3-7
MENU keys 3-6
MUTE key 3-7
RESET key 3-5
STANDBY/ON key 3-1
VOLUME keys 3-7
ZOOM key 3-1, 3-6
Keystoning 2-13
L
LAMP light 3-3
lamp
replacing 4-2
turning on 2-10
laptop computers 2-5
laserdisc, connecting video from 2-6
lens 4-1
LIGHT key 3-7
lights (indicator)
TEMP 3-2
LAMP 3-3
ON 3-3
M
Macintosh video cable adaptor 1-2, 2-4
MENU key 3-6
menus
COMPUTER (RGB) video menu 3-9
changing settings on 3-8
saving changes on 3-8
Video menu 3-10
microphone 2-9
MUTE key
3-7
N
notebook computers 2-5
O
ON light 3-3
OVERTEMP light 3-2 
						

							troubleshooting 5-1
turning the lamp on/off 2-10
V
VCRs
connecting audio from 2-8
connecting video from 2-6
vertical image adjustment 3-9
VGA video cable 1-2, 2-4
video
connecting from the computer 2-4, 2-5
connecting from VCR/laserdisc 2-6
volume, adjusting 3-7
VOLUME keys 3-7
V POSI setting 3-9
W
warning lights 3-2
Z
ZOOM key 3-1, 3-6
P
ports, input and output 2-3
positioning the projector 2-2
problems 5-1
laptops 2-5
overheating 2-5
projector, see Desktop Projector
PowerBooks 2-6
R
remote control 3-4
RESET key 3-5
replacement parts B-2
replacing
batteries 4-6
lamp 4-2
filter 4-3
S
S-VHS 2-7
setting up the projector 2-4, 2-5
SHARP setting 3-11
speakers, external 2-9
specifications A-1
STANDBY/ON key 2-10, 3-5
streaks on the image (H PHASE) 3-10
T
Technical Support  5-3
TEMP light 3-2
tint, adjusting 3-10
TINT setting 3-11