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ProximaDesktop Projector 5500User’s GuideFinal 06/21/96

1-6 Chapter OneFOCUSMENURESETZOOMMUTEINPUTONLAMPTEMPSTANDBY/ON+–+–CONTROL PANELUse the DP5500’s control panel keys to turn the projector on or off

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-1Chapter 2Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500YOUR DP5500Before you begin, locate the main parts of the DP

2-2 Chapter TwoGETTING STARTEDPositioning the ProjectorPlace the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle (perpendicular) tothe projecti

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-3Transporting and Moving the ProjectorThe projector has a recessed handle on one of the side panels. Always

2-4 Chapter TwoProjector Cooling and AirflowThe air intake grill is on the bottom of the projector. The air exhaust grill is onthe rear panel.CAUTI

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-5CONNECTOR PANELAll connections between the projector and your computer or video sourceare made on the side

2-6 Chapter TwoCONNECTING POWER TO THE PROJECTORThe power cord receptacle and AC POWER switch are located below theprojector’s connector panel.RGB

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-7RGB INAUDIOINAUDIOOUT21CYCLOPSS-VIDEOVIDEOAUDIOLRCONTROLMONITOR OUT12VGA CableTo Computer InFromMonito

2-8 Chapter TwoConnecting Macintosh ComputersUse the video adapter cable shown below to connect a Macintosh computerto the DP5500.Mac – VGA Cable A

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-9Use your existing monitor cable to connect the projector to a separatecomputer monitor, so you can use the

WarrantyProxima Corporation warrants that the Proxima®‚ Desktop Projector™ product manufacturedby Proxima is free from defects in materials and workma

2-10 Chapter TwoSpecial ConfigurationsIf your computer has an internal monitor but no external video capability(Macintosh Performa 575, PowerMac 52

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-11CONNECTING COMPOSITE VIDEOYou can display composite video (NTSC, PAL or SECAM) on the DP5500.21CYCLOPSS-V

2-12 Chapter Two3 Use the red and white AV Cable connectors to connect audio from theS-Video source to the projector. See connecting Non-Computer A

Setting Up the Desktop Projector 5500 2-13Connecting the PC to the Projector Through theCONTROL PortYou can connect the projector to a computer thr

2-14 Chapter TwoProjector Audio OutThe projector contains an internal stereo system consisting of an amplifierand one speaker. Although this system

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-1Chapter 3Using the Desktop Projector 5500TURNING ON THE PROJECTOR AND LAMPPower the DP5500 up before the comput

3-2 Chapter ThreeFOCUSING AND ZOOMING THE IMAGEYou can use the title screen that appears when you first start the projector tomake your focus and i

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-3CONTROL PANEL KEYSUse the DP5500’s control panel keys to turn the projector on or off, adjustthe projected imag

3-4 Chapter ThreeCONTROL PANEL INDICATORSPower, warning, and alert indicators give you important information abouthow your projector is working.IND

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-5TEMPThe TEMP indicator illuminates if the projector overheats or if the air filterdoor on the bottom of the pro

ContentsChapter 1Your Proxima Desktop Projector 5500What’s in the Box? ...1-2Quick Start .

3-6 Chapter ThreeUSING THE REMOTE CONTROLThe remote control contains all the key functions available on the DP5500control panel, as well as several

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-7KEY FUNCTION1 JOYSTICK Functions as arrow keys or as a mouse.2 RIGHT/RESET Resets the projector settings to the

3-8 Chapter ThreeUSING THE JOYSTICKUse the joystick to move through the menus and select items or changevalues in them. You can also use the joysti

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-93 Turn on the projector and light the lamp.4 Turn on your computer. It should detect the projector as a serial

3-10 Chapter ThreeUSING THE MAIN MENUWhen you press MENU, the Main menu appears at the top of the screen.Figure 3-5 Main menuTo turn the menu off,

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-11SETUP MENUThe SETUP menu is used to adjust image quality and position. Theselections are different for each ty

3-12 Chapter ThreeINPUT MENUUse the Input menu to select a video source.• Use the Arrow keys to select a source.• If you choose Video 1 or Video 2

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-13IMAGE MENUThis menu is used to adjust the projected video image and select how theprojector will display.Figur

3-14 Chapter ThreeOPTION (OPT.) MENUThe OPT menu is used to control the projector’s communications settings.Figure 3-9 OPT Menu Screen

Using the Desktop Projector 5500 3-15MENU ITEM OPTIONS FUNCTIONCOMM SPEED Selects the speed of datatransmission.COM. BITS Selects the format of dat

Chapter 4MaintenanceCleaning the Lens ...4-1Replacing the Lamp ...

3-16 Chapter ThreeSetting the TimerYou can set the Timer to count down for breaks, class activities, and otherpresentation requirements.1 From the

Maintenance 4-1Chapter 4MaintenanceThere is very little involved with the care and maintenance of your DP5500.However, common sense and periodic ma

4-2 Chapter FourREPLACING THE LAMP1 Turn off the projector.2 Unplug the projector’s power cord from the wall socket and remove itfrom the projector

Maintenance 4-3CAUTION! The lamp assembly gets very hot during operation. Useappropriate care when changing lamps. Make sure that the lamp assembl

4-4 Chapter FourCLEANING THE AIR FILTERYou should change or clean the air intake filter after every 250 operatinghours to maintain proper cooling.

Maintenance 4-55 After you have disassembled it, clean the air filter using a vacuum cleaner.If it is still dirty, wipe the air filter with a moist

Troubleshooting 5-1Chapter 5TroubleshootingWHERE TO GET HELPIf you need help:1 Check the Troubleshooting Chart.2 Call your dealer’s technical suppo

5-2 Chapter FiveProjectorPROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION(S)No image projected No power to projector. Turn power ON.Check AC cord.Check power

Troubleshooting 5-3PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION(S)Projected image Zoom lens not adjusted Adjust zoom lens or movesmaller than screen prop

5-4 Chapter FivePROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION(S)Getting excessive CONTRAST setting is Adjust CONTRAST setting, thenwhite or washout too hi

Your Proxima Desktop Projector 5500 1-1Chapter 1Your Proxima Desktop Projector 5500The Proxima® Desktop Projector™ family consists of portable, col

Troubleshooting 5-5RETURNING YOUR DP5500 FOR REPAIRIf the DP5500 or any of its accessories are determined to be defective:1 Contact Proxima Custome

Specifications A-1Appendix ASpecificationsDP5500 SPECIFICATIONSColor 16.7 million colorsDisplay 3 polysilicon liquid crystal panelsCompatibility NT

Replacement Parts and Accessories B-1Appendix BAccessories and Replacement PartsREPLACEMENT PARTSPART PART NUMBERLamp Assembly L84Remote Control A1

IndexAAC Power switch 2-6Accessories B-1AUDIO 1-5, 2-5AUDIO OUT 1-5, 2-5Audio Out Ports 2-14External Speaker SystemConnection 2-14External Stere

1-2 Chapter OneWHAT’S IN THE BOX?After you’ve opened the box and removed the DP5500 and accessory packs,make sure you have all of the items shown i

Your Proxima Desktop Projector 5500 1-3QUICK STARTPlace the DP5500 on a solid flat surface at a right angle (perpendicular) tothe projection screen

1-4 Chapter One6 Turn the projector on and press the STANDBY/ON key.NOTE: If you turn the projector off while the computer is running, theexternal

Your Proxima Desktop Projector 5500 1-5CONNECTOR PANELAll connections between the DP5500 and your computer or video source aremade on the side conn