Compaq IPAQ Microportable Projector MP3800 Users Guide

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Compaq iPAQ Microportable 
Projector MP3800
User’s Guide
Document Part Number: 281124-001
June 2002
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© 2002 Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P.
Compaq, the Compaq logo, and iPAQ are trademarks of Compaq 
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countries.
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Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions 
contained herein. The...

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Getting Started
Product Features
The Compaq iPAQ™ Microportable Projector MP3800 generates 
crisp, clear images onto a projection screen by using Digital Light 
Processing (DLP) technology. The microportable projector offers 
the latest in portable projection technology, including:
■1024 x 768 native XGA resolution
■Maximum resolution: 1280 x 1024 (SXGA)
■High Definition Television (HDTV) capable 720p, 1080i, 
480p, and 480i via VGA port
■User...

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■Available interfaces:
❏Standard analog VGA
❏DVI
❏S-video/composite video via DVI connector
❏Component/HDTV via VGA connector
❏Audio-in
❏USB for remote mouse functions
■Full-featured remote control with remote mouse and laser 
pointer
■Home Theater Kit [available option]
❏DVI-Composite/S-video cable
❏VGA-to-HDTV/Component video cable
❏PC/RCA stereo audio cables
■Multilingual on-screen adjustment menu
■Plug and Play capability...

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Introduction
Before setting up your Compaq Microportable Projector, be sure 
your shipping box includes the following items:
1Projector and lens cap
210-foot power cable
3VGA signal cable for use with computers, notebooks, and 
some handheld products
4USB cable
5Remote control (battery included)
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If your shipping box does not contain all of the listed items, 
please contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service 
provider.
6Documentation kit:
■Projector Setup Guide
■CD-ROM containing the multilingual User’s Guide
■Important Safety Information booklet
■Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support 
booklet
■Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet
■Program License Agreement
7■Carrying case
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Identifying the Projector Buttons
Identifying the Projector Buttons
Item Symbol Control Function
1Power/Standby 
buttonPowers the projector lamp on and off. 
The Power/Standby LED changes 
color modes to indicate the following 
operating modes:
1. Flashing green indicates the 
projector is going into standby 
mode and cannot be restarted until 
the LED glows amber steadily.
2. The LED button rapidly flashing 
green indicates the...

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To use standby mode, press the Power/Standby button and, after 
a six to ten second delay, the unit enters Standby mode and the 
projector lamp turns off. A “Going to Standby” message appears 
on the screen for the duration of the six to ten second delay. When 
the message disappears from the screen, there is a 45 second 
delay before the lamp can be turned back on. Wait 45 seconds to 
allow the lamp to cool before pressing the...

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Identifying the Projector Components
A variety of cables can be connected to the projector, allowing the 
use of various audio and video sources.
Identifying the Side Projector Components
Item Symbol Component Function
1USB connector Connects back to the computer 
allowing remote mouse functionality.
2Audio-in connector Connects audio equipment, 
videocassette recorders, DVD 
players, personal computers, etc., 
allowing sound to...

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The optional Home Theater Kit provides standard video and 
HDTV connections using the DVI and VGA ports. Refer to 
Chapter 6, “Using the Home Theater Kit,” for more information.
Identifying the Rear Projector Components
Item Symbol Component Function
5DVI connector Connects digital equipment.
6VGA Connector Connects desktop or notebook 
computers, or pocket PCs.
7Power connector Connects the power cable.
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