InFocus LP 260 Projector User Manual

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Display
This feature allows you to turn the on-screen displays on and off. 
Select “On1” to show all displays, select “On2” to show all dis-
plays except the Preparation screen, select “Off” to turn off all 
displays.
Ceiling
When you turn Ceiling on, the projector turns the image upside 
down for ceiling-mounted projection.
Rear
When you turn Rear on, the projector reverses the image so you 
can project from behind a translucent screen.
Power Management
NOTE: The Power Management 
feature is On by...

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Using the Projector
Language menu
You can display the on-screen menus in English, French, German, 
Spanish, Italian, or Japanese. 
1Press the 
menu button, navigate to the Language menu, then 
press the 
select button.
The “Select Language” menu appears.
2Press the 
point down button and position the red arrow by the 
desired language, then press the 
select button.
language menu 

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MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
This section describes how to:
clean the lens
clean the air filter
replace the projection lamp 
replace the batteries in the remote
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, and don’t 
apply the cleaner directly to the lens.
Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might 
scratch the lens....

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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Removing the air filters
3Clean the filters with a brush.
4Replace the filters, being sure they are fully inserted.
Replacing the Projection Lamp
WARNING: To avoid burns,
allow the projector to cool for at
least 45 minutes before you open
the lamp module door. Never
extract the lamp module while the
projector is operating.
The Lamp Replacement indicator lights yellow when the lamp 
needs to be replaced. You can order new lamp modules from 
your InFocus dealer....

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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 mod-
ule is designed to contain these 
fragments, but use caution when 
removing the lamp module.
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Removing the lamp cover
CAUTION: Never operate the 
projector with the lamp door open 
or removed. This disrupts the air 
flow and causes the projector to 
overheat.
4Remove the two screws on the outside of the module, then 
grasp the...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
5Install the new lamp module.
6Tighten the screws on the outside of the module. 
WARNING: Do not drop the
lamp module or touch the glass
bulb! The glass may shatter and
cause injury.
7Replace the lamp door and the screw.
8Plug in the power cord and press the 
power button to turn the 
projector back on.
9To reset the lamp replacement monitor timer, press the 
menu 
button, select the Setting menu, then navigate to the Lamp 
Age option. Press the 
select button, and the...

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Troubleshooting
Problem: The projector is not running
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 the projector is turned on.
Problem: Projector is running, but nothing appears on projec-
tion screen
Make sure you have removed the lens cap on the projection 
lens at the...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
If you’re using Windows 98:
1Open “My Computer” icon, the Control Panel folder and 
then the Display icon.
2Click the Settings tab.
3Verify that the Desktop area is set to 1280x1024 or less.
Problem: Color or text not being projected
You might need to adjust the brightness up or down until the 
text is visible. Refer to “Brightness” on page 22 for more infor-
mation.
Problem: The screen resolution is not right
Make sure the computer ’s video card is set for a resolution...

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Problem: the projector displays vertical lines, “bleeding” or 
spots
Adjust the brightness. See “Brightness” on page 22.
Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.
Problem: no sound
Adjust volume.
Verify audio/input connections.
Adjust audio source.
Problem: Image is “noisy” or streaked
Try these steps in this order.
1Deactivate the screen saver on your computer.
2Adjust the synchronization manually to find an optimal set-
ting. See “Fine sync” on page 22.
The problem could be with...

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
The most current troubleshooting information can be found in 
the Service and Support section of our website at 
http://www.infocus.com/service. You’ll also find a Technical 
Library, FAQs, and support contacts including a technical sup-
port e-mail form.
Before calling your dealer or InFocus Technical Support for assis-
tance, please have the following information available:
the projector ’s serial number (located on the projector ’s label)
the resolution of your...