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USER’S GUIDEMultimedia LCD ProjectorsHalogen ModelsThis manual covers all of the Desktop Projector halogen models. Theseprojectors have many aspects i

User’s Guide • 1–5Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop Projector✍CAUTION: The lamp comes on automatically when you turnon the projector.

1–6 • User’s GuideChapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorControl PanelBrightnessSyncVolumeVideoMenu/LampOVERTEMPREPLACE LAMPFigure

User’s Guide • 1–7Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorWarning and Alert LightsWarning and alert lights on the control panel indi

1–8 • User’s GuideChapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorSetup MenuPress the MENU/ key a second time to display the Setup Menu.S

User’s Guide • 1–9Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorRemote ControlThe Remote Control contains all the key functions available

1–10 • User’s GuideChapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorGetting HelpFor technical support, please contact your dealer or call Pro

User’s Guide • 2–1Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupChapter 2DetailedSetupYour ProximaDesktopProjectorBefore you begin, examine the components of the proj

2–2 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupOpening the Projector1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle(perpendicular) t

User’s Guide • 2–3Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup2. Grasp the front edge of the cover assembly at the upper frontof the projector and raise it until it

2–4 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed Setup3. Place your fingers beneath the mirror assembly at the lowercenter of the front panel and raise it u

Proxima Corporation warrants that the Proxima® Desktop Projector™ productmanufactured by Proxima is free from defects in materials and workmanship und

User’s Guide • 2–5Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup4. After you turn on the projector and computer, if you want toraise or lower the projected image, jus

2–6 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed Setup☞CAUTION! Be extremely careful when you use the projectorwith a tripod. You should observe the follow

User’s Guide • 2–7Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupCAUTION! Forcing the mirror and hinged cover assembly tosnap into place may damage the mirror assembly

2–8 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupTake a moment to look at the projector’s rear connector panel.RS-232COMPUTER AUDIO INAUDIO INL

User’s Guide • 2–9Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupCOMPUTERThe video Y-cable allows you to connect your computer to boththe Desktop Projector and to a se

2–10 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed Setup4. Insert the Y-cable’s large, 25–pin connector (marked LCD)into the Desktop Projector's COMPUTE

User’s Guide • 2–11Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupNotebooks/LaptopsUse the Y-cable appropriate for your system. For IBM com-patibles, use part number C

2–12 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupRS–232The RS–232 port allows you to use the optional Cyclopsinteractive pointer system or the Proxima

User’s Guide • 2–13Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupTo connect an NTSC, PAL, or SECAM source to your DesktopProjector:1. The composite audio/video cable

2–14 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupCOMPUTER AUDIO INThe COMPUTER AUDIO IN connector allows all DesktopProjector models to receive audio

ContentsChapter 1Introducing theProximaDesktopProjectorCyclops Interactive Pointer System...1–2What’s in the Box?...

User’s Guide • 2–15Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupNote: Although both COMPUTER AUDIO IN and AUDIOIN may be connected simultaneously, only one is active

2–16 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupAUDIO OUTAll Desktop Projector models contain an internal stereo systemconsisting of an amplifier and

User’s Guide • 2–17Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupPROXIMAABFigure 2-12Connecting the Desktop Projector to external speakersExternal Stereo SystemTo con

2–18 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupSTEREO RECEIVER / AMPLIFIERLEFTRIGHTPROXIMAFigure 2-13Connecting the Desktop Projector to an external

User’s Guide • 2–19Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup123Figure 2-14Power receptacle (1), AC POWER switch (2), and circuitbreaker reset switch (3)To power

2–20 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupCAUTION! Locate the air intake and exhaust grills on the topcover and to the left and right sides of

User’s Guide • 2–21Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupTurning On/Off the LampWhen you first turn on the projector, the lamp will be on. Toturn the Desktop

2–22 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupProjectingthe ImageYour next step is to adjust the projected image for size and clarity.Image SizeThe

User’s Guide • 2–23Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupFocusingYou can use the title screen image that appears when you firststart up the projector to make

2–24 • User’s GuideChapter 2 • Detailed SetupCorrecting KeystoningThe normal projected image will have a rectangular shape.Keystoning is when the

Chapter 3Using theDesktopProjectorThe Control Panel...3–1Arrow Keys...

User’s Guide • 2–25Chapter 2 • Detailed SetupPerpendicular to theprojection screenParallel to the floorTop ViewSide ViewProjection ScreenFigure 2

User’s Guide • 3–1Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorThis chapter provides detailed information on the DesktopProjector settings, the Control

3–2 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorBRIGHTNESS KeysThe BRIGHTNESS keys increase and decrease the intensity levelof the projec

User’s Guide • 3–3Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorNote: Press the MENU key twice in rapid succession to:• Go directly to the Setup Menu, o

3–4 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorVOLUME KeysThe VOLUME keys are used to adjust the audio level of theprojector’s internal

User’s Guide • 3–5Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorPress the MENU key once to display the Levels Menu. Fromhere, you can change the levels f

3–6 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorVOLUMEUse this setting to adjust the volume. Use the up or down arrowkey to increase or d

User’s Guide • 3–7Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorTo access the Setup Menu, do either of the following:• Push the MENU key to access the Le

3–8 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorThe projector can store a full set of values for each video mode.This allows you to switc

User’s Guide • 3–9Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorColorModeDescription Primary Use8 Typically resultsin lower colorresolution butbrighter i

Cleaning the Lens and Mirror ...4–1General Maintenance...4–2

3–10 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorLANGUAGELANGUAGE allows you to select the language for the MenuWindow. You can choose be

User’s Guide • 3–11Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorFactory DefaultsThe first time you turn the Desktop Projector on, the initialfactory set

3–12 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorCAUTION! DO NOT TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR!Leave the power on so that the fans can cool the

User’s Guide • 3–13Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorThe remote control contains all the key functions available on thecontrol panel. For bes

3–14 • User’s GuideChapter 3 • Using the Desktop ProjectorTEXT KeyThe TEXT key toggles between VGA text mode of 640 x 400lines and DOS text mode o

User’s Guide • 4–1Chapter 4 • MaintenanceChapter 4MaintenanceThere is very little effort required to care for and maintain yourDesktop Projector.

4–2 • User’s GuideChapter 4 • Maintenance3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until no smudges or particles can be seenwhen the lens or mirror is illuminated b

User’s Guide • 4–3Chapter 4 • MaintenanceReplacing LampsFollow these steps to remove the lamp and install a new one.Removing the Old Lamp1. Leave

4–4 • User’s GuideChapter 4 • Maintenance4. Lift the cover until it stops. Do not force the cover! The lampchamber is now accessible.Figure 4-3Ope

User’s Guide • 4–5Chapter 4 • MaintenanceFigure 4-4Push the release lever to release the lamp6. To close the chamber, firmly press down on the cen

User’s Guide • 1–1Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorChapter 1Introducingthe ProximaDesktopProjectorThe Proxima® Desktop Projec

4–6 • User’s GuideChapter 4 • MaintenanceTop Air Filter GrillFront AirFilter GrillsFigure 4-5The air intake filter grill assembliesFront Air Int

User’s Guide • 4–7Chapter 4 • Maintenance2. Remove the foam air filters.Figure 4-7Separating the air filter from the filter grill3. Depending on t

4–8 • User’s GuideChapter 4 • MaintenanceFigure 4-8Removing the top air filter grill assembly2. Grasp the front edge of the grill and lift it out.

User’s Guide • 4–9Chapter 4 • Maintenance5. Depending on its condition, clean or replace the filter.6. Clean the grill vents using a cloth or a ca

4–10 • User’s GuideChapter 4 • MaintenanceTemperature ExtremesThe projector should not be stored in excess of 140° F (60° C).The ideal operating t

User’s Guide • 5–1Chapter 5 • TroubleshootingChapter 5TroubleshootingProblem Likely Cause Possible Solution(s)No image projected No power to proje

5–2 • User’s GuideChapter 5 • TroubleshootingProblem Likely Cause Possible Solution(s)No image oncomputer screenPower switch off orprojector not o

User’s Guide • 5–3Chapter 5 • TroubleshootingProblem Likely Cause Possible Solution(s)Colors weak in videomode (NTSC, PAL,SECAM or S-VHS)Weak vide

5–4 • User’s GuideChapter 5 • TroubleshootingWhere to GetHelpIf you need help:1. Check the Troubleshooting Chart.2. Call your dealer’s technical s

User’s Guide • 5–5Chapter 5 • TroubleshootingReturnsIf the Desktop Projector or any of its accessories are determined tobe defective:1. Contact Pr

1–2 • User’s GuideChapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorThis manual covers all of the Desktop Projector halogen models.These proje

User’s Guide • A–1Appendix A • SpecificationsAppendix ASpecificationsProxima Desktop Projector1Cables for these systems are not included2Apple Pow

A–2 • User’s GuideAppendix A • SpecificationsLCD Panel All models Active matrix color TFT (Thin-FilmTransistor)Resolution All models 640 x 480 pix

User’s Guide • B–1Appendix B • Accessories & Replacement PartsAppendix BAccessories &ReplacementPartsProxima Desktop ProjectorAccessory De

B–2 • User’s GuideAppendix B • Accessories & Replacement PartsYou can order accessories and replacement parts through yourlocal dealer or by c

IndexAApplying power to the projector 2–18Arrow keys 3–1AUDIO OUT 2–16external speakers 2–16external stereo system 2–17AV tripodattaching 2–6BBRIGHTNE

FFactory defaults 3–11Focusing the image 2–23FREQUENCY 3–9Front air intake filter assemblies 4–6IIMAGE 3–8Image size 2–22KKeystoning 2–24LLAMP alert l

VVGA and Macintosh connectors 2–9VGA connections 2–9Video adapter 2–11VIDEO IN 2–12Video terminators 2–11Video Y cable 2–9VOLUME 3–6WWarning lights 3–

User’s Guide • 1–3Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorProxima Desktop ProjectorRemote Control(A26)Power Cord(C1002–6)VGA Vide

1–4 • User’s GuideChapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima® Desktop ProjectorQuick Start 1. Place the projector on a solid flat surface at a right angl