Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto Multimedia LCD Projectors del fabbricante Proxima ASA
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USER’S GUIDE Multimedia LCD Pr ojectors Halogen Models This manual covers all of the Desktop Projector halogen models. These projectors have many aspects in common. Unless otherwise indicated, the information contained within this manual is common to all models.
Proxima Corporation warrants that the Proxima® Desktop Projector™ 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 end-user.
Contents Chapter 1 Introducing the Proxima Desktop Projector Cyclops Interactive Pointer System .................................. 1–2 What’s in the Box? ........................................................... 1–2 Quick Start ...............
Chapter 3 Using the Desktop Projector The Control Panel ........................................................... 3–1 Arrow Keys ............................................................... 3–1 BRIGHTNESS Keys ................................
Cleaning the Lens and Mirror ......................................... 4–1 General Maintenance ....................................................... 4–2 Switching Lamps ...................................................... 4–2 Replacing Lamps .
User’s Guide • 1–1 Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Chapter 1 Introducing the Proxima Desktop Projector The Proxima ® Desktop Projector™ family consists of portable,.
1–2 • User’s Guide Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector This manual covers all of the Desktop Projector halogen models. These projectors have many aspects in common. Unless otherwise indicated, the information contained within this manual is common to all models.
User’s Guide • 1–3 Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Proxima Desktop Projector Remote Control (A26) Power Cord (C1002–6) VGA Video Y-Cable (C454-6) Macint.
1–4 • User’s Guide Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Quick Start 1. Place the projector on a solid flat surface at a right angle (perpendicular) to the projection screen, parallel to the floor. 2. Raise the cover assembly until it clicks into place.
User’s Guide • 1–5 Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector ✍ CAUTION: The lamp comes on automatically when you turn on the projector. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS WHEN THE LAMP IS ON! Your vision can be damaged by the brightness of the light.
1–6 • User’s Guide Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Control Panel Brightness Sync V olume Video Menu/ Lamp O VER TEMP REPLA CE LAMP Figure 1-3 The control panel CONTROL FUNCTION VOLUME Adjusts audio level of the projector's internal speakers.
User’s Guide • 1–7 Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Warning and Alert Lights Warning and alert lights on the control panel indicate the Desktop Projector’s operating condition. Levels Menu Press the MENU/ key once to display the Levels Menu.
1–8 • User’s Guide Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Setup Menu Press the MENU/ key a second time to display the Setup Menu.
User’s Guide • 1–9 Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Remote Control The Remote Control contains all the key functions available on the Control Panel and provides access to additional functions not available on the Control Panel or through the Menu Window.
1–10 • User’s Guide Chapter 1 • Introducing the Proxima ® Desktop Projector Getting Help For technical support, please contact your dealer or call Proxima at: U.S.A. and Canada Outside U.S.A. and Canada Europe (619) 457-5500 Press 1 for Customer Service.
User’s Guide • 2–1 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Chapter 2 Detailed Setup Your Proxima Desktop Projector Before you begin, examine the components of the projector.
2–2 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Opening the Projector 1. Place the projector on a solid, flat surface at a right angle (perpendicular) to the projection screen and parallel to the floor. If you’re using a media cart, make sure the wheels are locked to prevent it from moving.
User’s Guide • 2–3 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 2. Grasp the front edge of the cover assembly at the upper front of the projector and raise it until it reaches the first stop. You can use the projector in this position, or raise the cover assembly to the second stop; whichever you prefer.
2–4 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 3. Place your fingers beneath the mirror assembly at the lower center of the front panel and raise it until it reaches a 45˚ angle (approximately) relative to the top of the lens assembly.
User’s Guide • 2–5 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 4. After you turn on the projector and computer, if you want to raise or lower the projected image, just move the mirror assembly to the appropriate angle. CAUTION! DO NOT use the assembly cover or projection mirror as a handle.
2–6 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup ☞ 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.
User’s Guide • 2–7 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup CAUTION! Forcing the mirror and hinged cover assembly to snap into place may damage the mirror assembly.
2–8 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Take a moment to look at the projector’s rear connector panel. RS-232 COMPUTER AUDIO IN AUDIO IN L R L R AUDIO OUT Audio/Video- en.
User’s Guide • 2–9 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 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.
2–10 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 4. Insert the Y-cable’s large, 25–pin connector (marked LCD) into the Desktop Projector's COMPUTER port.
User’s Guide • 2–11 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 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.
2–12 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup RS–232 The RS–232 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.
User’s Guide • 2–13 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup To connect an NTSC, PAL, or SECAM source to your Desktop Projector: 1. The composite audio/video cable (C497–6) is made up of 3 cables with yellow, red, and white RCA plugs.
2–14 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup COMPUTER AUDIO IN The COMPUTER AUDIO IN connector allows all Desktop Projector models to receive audio input from a computer or a microphone.
User’s Guide • 2–15 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 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.
2–16 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup AUDIO OUT All Desktop Projector models contain an internal stereo system consisting of an amplifier and two speakers.
User’s Guide • 2–17 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup PROXIMA A B Figure 2-12 Connecting the Desktop Projector to external speakers External Stereo System To connect your Desktop Projector to an external stereo system: 1. Using the computer audio cable (C498–6), insert the mini jack end into the projector’s AUDIO OUT connector.
2–18 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup STEREO RECEIVER / AMPLIFIER LEFT RIGHT PROXIMA Figure 2-13 Connecting the Desktop Projector to an external stereo system Your Desktop Projector a.
User’s Guide • 2–19 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup 1 2 3 Figure 2-14 Power receptacle (1), AC POWER switch (2), and circuit breaker reset switch (3) To power up the projector: 1. Plug the power cord into the Desktop Projector's power receptacle at the rear of the unit.
2–20 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup CAUTION! Locate the air intake and exhaust grills on the top cover and to the left and right sides of the projection mirror assembly, and the exhaust grills on the rear panel and side of the projector.
User’s Guide • 2–21 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Turning On/Off the Lamp When you first turn on the projector, the lamp will be on. To turn the Desktop Projector's lamp off, press the LAMP key on the Control Panel or remote control. Pressing the LAMP key again will turn the lamp on.
2–22 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Projecting the Image Your next step is to adjust the projected image for size and clarity. Image Size The size of the projected image varies according to the distance from the Desktop Projector to the projection screen.
User’s Guide • 2–23 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Focusing You can use the title screen image that appears when you first start up the projector to make your adjustments. Using a thumb or fingertip, rotate the focus ring to the right or left for the clearest displayed image.
2–24 • User’s Guide Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Correcting Keystoning The normal projected image will have a rectangular shape. Keystoning is when the projected image becomes trapezoidal.
User’s Guide • 2–25 Chapter 2 • Detailed Setup Perpendicular to the projection screen Parallel to the floor T op View Side View Projection Screen Figure 2-20 Positioning the Desktop Project.
User’s Guide • 3–1 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector This chapter provides detailed information on the Desktop Projector settings, the Control Panel keys, the Menu windows, and the warning indicators.
3–2 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector BRIGHTNESS Keys The BRIGHTNESS keys increase and decrease the intensity level of the projected image. Press the top key to increase brightness and the bottom key to decrease it. LAMP Key The LAMP key toggles the projection lamp on and off.
User’s Guide • 3–3 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector Note: Press the MENU key twice in rapid succession to: • Go directly to the Setup Menu, or • Exit the Menu Window from the Levels Menu. Hold down the MENU key for several seconds to calibrate Cyclops.
3–4 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector VOLUME Keys The VOLUME keys are used to adjust the audio level of the projector’s internal speakers. Press the Up or Down key to increase or decrease the speakers’ audio level. The Menu window displays the current settings for the Desktop Projector.
User’s Guide • 3–5 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector Press the MENU key once to display the Levels Menu. From here, you can change the levels for the projector’s image and audio controls. The menus vary according to the current video source.
3–6 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector VOLUME Use this setting to adjust the volume. Use the up or down arrow key to increase or decrease the volume level.
User’s Guide • 3–7 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector To access the Setup Menu, do either of the following: • Push the MENU key to access the Levels Menu. Press the MENU key again to access the Setup Menu, or • Press the MENU key twice to skip the first window and go directly to the Setup Menu.
3–8 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector The projector can store a full set of values for each video mode. This allows you to switch between video inputs and retain your adjusted settings. When the projector starts up, it automatically returns to the last-stored entries for each video mode.
User’s Guide • 3–9 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector Color Mode Description Primary Use 8 Typically results in lower color resolution but brighter image Text screens 3,375 Best for VGA/M.
3–10 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector LANGUAGE LANGUAGE allows you to select the language for the Menu Window. You can choose between English, German, Italian, French and Spanish. Use the Up or Down arrow key to cycle through the choices.
User’s Guide • 3–11 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector Factory Defaults The first time you turn the Desktop Projector on, the initial factory settings are used. If you change any of these settings, you can recall all of the factory defaults by choosing FACTORY from the SETTINGS function.
3–12 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector CAUTION! DO NOT TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR! Leave the power on so that the fans can cool the projector. If an OVERTEMP condition occurs, perform the following checks while you allow the projector to cool: • Verify that the room temperature is below 80 ° F (27 ° C).
User’s Guide • 3–13 Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector The remote control contains all the key functions available on the control panel. For best results, aim the remote control at the projection screen or at the projector’s front edge.
3–14 • User’s Guide Chapter 3 • Using the Desktop Projector TEXT Key The TEXT key toggles between VGA text mode of 640 x 400 lines and DOS text mode of 720 x 400 lines.
User’s Guide • 4–1 Chapter 4 • Maintenance Chapter 4 Maintenance There is very little effort required to care for and maintain your Desktop Projector. Common sense and periodic maintenance will ensure top performance. An optional maintenance kit is available.
4–2 • User’s Guide Chapter 4 • Maintenance 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until no smudges or particles can be seen when the lens or mirror is illuminated by a strong light. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LENS WHEN THE LAMP IS ON! If the lens or mirror is extremely dirty, use several pieces of lens tissue.
User’s Guide • 4–3 Chapter 4 • Maintenance Replacing Lamps Follow these steps to remove the lamp and install a new one. Removing the Old Lamp 1. Leave the projector running with the lamp off for at least 6 minutes before you change the lamp (to do this, press the lamp button to turn the lamp off).
4–4 • User’s Guide Chapter 4 • Maintenance 4. Lift the cover until it stops. Do not force the cover! The lamp chamber is now accessible. Figure 4-3 Opening the lamp chamber CAUTION! The lamp and chamber get very hot. Be careful when you open the lamp chamber or change the lamp.
User’s Guide • 4–5 Chapter 4 • Maintenance Figure 4-4 Push the release lever to release the lamp 6. To close the chamber, firmly press down on the center rear edge of the cover until it latches. The lamp chamber latch will return to the center position.
4–6 • User’s Guide Chapter 4 • Maintenance T op Air Filter Grill Front Air Filter Grills Figure 4-5 The air intake filter grill assemblies Front Air Intake Filter Assemblies 1. Release latches are located on the lower portion of the two front filter grill assembly frames.
User’s Guide • 4–7 Chapter 4 • Maintenance 2. Remove the foam air filters. Figure 4-7 Separating the air filter from the filter grill 3. Depending on their condition, clean or replace the filters. • To clean a filter, wash it in a mild solution of soapy water, rinse and let it dry.
4–8 • User’s Guide Chapter 4 • Maintenance Figure 4-8 Removing the top air filter grill assembly 2. Grasp the front edge of the grill and lift it out. 3. On the bottom side of the assembly there is a retaining grid. Grasp the tab at the center and remove it.
User’s Guide • 4–9 Chapter 4 • Maintenance 5. Depending on its condition, clean or replace the filter. 6. Clean the grill vents using a cloth or a can of compressed air. CAUTION! Be careful not to aim the stream of air directly into the fans’ intake as this could force dust particles inside the unit.
4–10 • User’s Guide Chapter 4 • Maintenance Temperature Extremes The projector should not be stored in excess of 140 ° F (60 ° C). The ideal operating temperature is below 80 ° F (27 ° C). If the projector has been exposed to extremely low temperatures, allow it to warm up to room temperature before operating.
User’s Guide • 5–1 Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Problem Likely Cause Possible Solution(s) No image projected No power to projector Turn power ON Check AC cord Check po.
5–2 • User’s Guide Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting Problem Likely Cause Possible Solution(s) No image on computer screen Power switch off or projector not on Projector must be on for computer monitor to display; turn on projector.
User’s Guide • 5–3 Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting Problem Likely Cause Possible Solution(s) Colors weak in video mode (NTSC, PAL, SECAM or S-VHS) Weak video signal Check for faulty video source, .
5–4 • User’s Guide Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting Where to Get Help If you need help: 1. Check the Troubleshooting Chart. 2. Call your dealer’s technical support line and explain your problem. 3. Call Proxima at: U.S.A. and Canada: (619) 457–5500 (619) 457-8542 (Fax) Outside U.
User’s Guide • 5–5 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.
User’s Guide • A–1 Appendix A • Specifications Appendix A Specifications Proxima Desktop Projector 1 Cables for these systems are not included 2 Apple PowerBook 100, 140, and 170 require 3rd p.
A–2 • User’s Guide Appendix A • Specifications LCD Panel All models Active matrix color TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) Resolution All models 640 x 480 pixels Number of Colors All models 2 million colors from a palette of 16.
User’s Guide • B–1 Appendix B • Accessories & Replacement Parts Appendix B Accessories & Replacement Parts Proxima Desktop Projector Accessory Description Part No.
B–2 • User’s 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) 457–5500 Press 1 for Customer Service.
Index A Applying power to the projector 2–18 Arrow keys 3–1 AUDIO OUT 2–16 external speakers 2–16 external stereo system 2–17 AV tripod attaching 2–6 B BRIGHTNESS control 3–2, 3–6 C Ch.
F Factory defaults 3–11 Focusing the image 2–23 FREQUENCY 3–9 Front air intake filter assemblies 4–6 I IMAGE 3–8 Image size 2–22 K Keystoning 2–24 L LAMP alert light 3–12 LAMP key 2–.
V VGA and Macintosh connectors 2–9 VGA connections 2–9 Video adapter 2–11 VIDEO IN 2–12 Video terminators 2–11 Video Y cable 2–9 VOLUME 3–6 W Warning lights 3–11 S S–VHS 2–13 Setup.
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