Boxlight Xd-5m Users Guide

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Controls Menu 
 
FIGURE 16
Controls menu
Video Standard
NOTE: If you already know the 
video standard used in your geo-
graphical area, it’s often best to 
manually select it.
When Video standard is set to Auto, the projector attempts to 
pick the video standard (NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, 
or SECAM) automatically based on the input signal it receives. 
(The video standard options may vary depending on your region 
of the world.) If the projector is unable to detect the correct stan-
dard,...

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Using the Projector
Rear Projection
When you turn Rear Projection on, the projector reverses the 
image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. High-
light Rear Projection, then click the left or right navigation button 
to turn this feature on and off.
Default Source
Default Source toggles between Computer and Video. This deter-
mines which source the projector checks first for active video 
during power-up. Highlight Default Source and click the left or 
right navigation button to...

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Display Startup Screen
This setting toggles between On and Off. When this feature is On, 
the startup screen appears when the projector starts up and 
remains until an active source is detected. The startup screen con-
tains information on contacting Boxlight. Click the left or right 
navigation button to turn this feature off and display a plain 
black or blue screen instead of the startup screen. 
Language Menu
FIGURE 17
Language menu
You can display the on-screen menus in English, French, German,...

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Using the Projector
Status Menu
This is a read-only window for informational purposes. To dis-
play the status window, select Show status from the menu, then 
click the left or right navigation button. To remove the window, 
click the left or right navigation button. 
FIGURE 18
Status menu
Lamp hours used
Indicates how many hours the current lamp has been in use. The 
counter starts at zero hours and counts each hour the lamp is in 
use. Change the bulb when the brightness is no longer accept-
able....

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MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
This section describes how to:
•clean the lens
•replace the projection lamp 
•replace the batteries in the remote
•use the Kensington lock feature
•troubleshoot the projector
Cleaning the Lens
Follow these steps to clean the projection lens:
1Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth.
•Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner.
•Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might 
scratch the lens.
2Lightly wipe the cleaning cloth over the lens...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
4Pull the lamp door up and remove it.
WARNING: Be extremely careful
when removing the lamp module.
In the unlikely event that the bulb
ruptures, small glass fragments
may be generated. The lamp
module is designed to contain
these fragments, but use caution
when removing the lamp module.
F
IGURE 19
Removing the lamp door
CAUTION: Never operate the
projector with the lamp door open
or removed. This disrupts the air
flow and causes the projector to
overheat.
5Loosen the two...

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6Lift and grasp the pull tab and lift the module out (Figure 21).
FIGURE 21
Removing the lamp module
WARNING: Do not drop the 
lamp module or touch the glass 
bulb! The glass may shatter and 
cause injury.
7Install the new lamp module, being sure to align the connec-
tors properly.
8Gently push the module in until it is flush with the bottom 
case of the projector.
9Tighten the screws on the outside of the module. 
10Replace the lamp door by inserting the hooks on the rear of 
the lamp door into the...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control
The life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you 
use the remote. Symptoms of low battery charge include erratic 
responses when using the remote and a reduced range of opera-
tion.
Follow these steps to replace the batteries:
1Turn the remote face down in your hand.
2Slide the battery cover off the end of the remote.
3Remove the old batteries and dispose of them in an environ-
mentally proper manner.
4Install...

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Troubleshooting
Problem: Nothing on projection screen
•Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to a fully 
functional AC electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord 
is also properly connected to the projector.
•If the projector is plugged into a power strip, make sure the 
power strip is turned on.
•Make sure you have removed the lens cap on the projection 
lens at the front of the projector.
•Make sure the lamp is switched on.
•Check the projector ’s lamp to ensure that it is...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
•
You might need to turn everything off and power up the 
equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com-
puter ’s documentation to determine the correct order.
•Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See 
the “Portable and Laptop Activation Chart” on page 38 or 
your computer ’s manual for details.
•Make sure your computer ’s video board is installed and con-
figured correctly.
•Make sure your computer has a compatible video board. The...