Ask-proxima M2+ User Manual

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3FIGURE 2Front view of projectorFIGURE 3Rear view of projectorFIGURE 4Bottom view of projectorkeypadzoom ringfocus ring remote control sensor (IR)conn

4IntroductionUsage Guidelines• Do not look directly into the projection lens when the projector is turned on. The bright light may harm your eyes.•

5SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR1 Place the projector on a flat surface.• The projector must be within 6 feet (1.8 m) of your power source and your computer.

6Setting up the ProjectorNOTE: Before you continue,make sure the projector and allother equipment is turned off. Ifyou’re connecting a computer,make s

7NOTE: Many laptop computers do not automatically turn on their external video port when a sec-ondary display device such as a projector is connected.

8Setting up the ProjectorDo you want to advance slides in PowerPoint with the projector’s remote?NOTE: The USB mouse issupported for use withWindows 9

9Connecting a Video PlayerIf your video device (VCR, DVD player, video camera) uses a round, one-prong composite video connector, use the composite au

10Setting up the ProjectorFIGURE 9Connecting the projector to a VCR using the S-video cable and A/V cableCAUTION: Your video playermay also have a “Vi

11Powering up the ProjectorNOTE: Always use the power cord that shipped with the projector.1 Remove the lens cap.2 Plug the power cord into the side o

12Setting up the ProjectorUncheck any checked boxes, then click Next. Windows auto-matically locates the driver. If this driver has been removed, relo

FCC WarningThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Thes

13Click Finish when installation is complete.6 The computer image should display on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Source/Select butt

14Setting up the ProjectorTurning Off the ProjectorTo turn off the projector, press the Power button. A dialog box appears, asking for confirmation. P

15USING THE PROJECTORThis section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote bu

16Using the ProjectorThe projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release foot and a leveling foot.To raise the projector:1 Raise the projecto

17Using the Remote ControlTo advance PowerPoint slides with the projector’s remote, you must connect the USB cable on the projector’s computer cable t

18Using the ProjectorUsing the Keypad and Remote ButtonsWhile the menus are displayed, the Keystone and Vo l u me buttons on the keypad and the arrow

19Volume, MutePress the Volume buttons to adjust the volume and the Mute but-ton to silence the sound.Arrow buttons Use these to navigate through and

20Using the ProjectorBlankPress this button to display a blank screen instead of the current image.Using the On-Screen MenusThe projector has menus th

21Basic Menu FIGURE 16Basic menuContrastThe contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjustin

22Using the ProjectorKeystoneThis option helps to keep the image square as the angle of projec-tion is changed. Use this feature to adjust the image v

Declaration of ConformityManufacturer: InFocus Corporation27700B SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 USAEuropean Office: Strawinskylaan 585, 107

23Setup menuFIGURE 17Setup and Picture menusPicture menu• Aspect Ratio: The default is 4:3. Click 16:9 if you are watching videos in widescreen format

24Using the ProjectorSystem menuTurn the features in the System menu on and off by highlighting them and pressing Select. A checkmark in the box indic

25Language menuYou can display the on-screen menus in German, English, Span-ish, French, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, or Simplif

26Using the ProjectorService menu FIGURE 21Service menu• Factory reset: This resets all options (except rear, language, and lamp time) to the original

27User’s logo menuThis menu allows you to display a blank blue or black screen instead of the default screen at startup and when no source is detected

28Using the ProjectorPiPPiP (Picture in Picture) allows you to overlay a smaller window showing the video source on top of the larger computer source

29MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTINGThis section describes how to:•clean the lens•clean the lamp filter screens•replace the projection lamp •replace th

30Maintenance & TroubleshootingReplacing the Projection LampWARNING: To avoid burns,allow the projector to cool for atleast 60 minutes before your

31FIGURE 25Inserting the screwdriver into the lamp housing tab5 Carefully remove the lamp housing. Dispose of the lamp in an environmentally proper ma

32Maintenance & TroubleshootingReplacing the Batteries in the Remote ControlThe life of the batteries depends on how often and how long you use th

iTABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Instructions iiiIntroduction 1Image Resolution 1Compatibility 1Unpacking the Projector 1Usage Guidelines 4If You Need Ass

33TroubleshootingLEDsThe Lamp LED on top of the projector (Figure 13 on page 18) will alert you to certain problems. • A solid red Lamp LED means it i

34Maintenance & TroubleshootingProblem: Only the start-up screen displays•Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page 7 for connectio

35Problem: Image is too wide or narrow for screen•Adjust the zoom or projector placement.•Adjust the width of the image. See page 23.Problem: Image is

36Maintenance & TroubleshootingProblem: Lamp shuts off•A minor power surge may cause the lamp to shut off. Turn off the projector, wait at least a

37APPENDIXAccessoriesNOTE: Use only approved acces-sories. Other products have not been tested with the projector. See our website for the latest list

38AppendixProjected Image SizeUse the table to help you determine projected image sizes.Table 1: Image Size, Width and Height for Lens at Maximum Ima

39INDEXAAbout 22accessories, ordering 37adjustingbrightness 21color 21contrast 21height of projector 15image position 23image width 23keystone 22adjus

40IndexIIBM-compatible computerscompatibility 1connecting 6, 7imageadjusting 11, 15colors don’t match computer’s 35focusing 15freezing 25has lines or

41Ssafety guidelines iiisecurity lock 32Service Code 26Service menu 26Setup menu 21, 22Sharpness 23Shipping box contents 2shutting off the projector 1

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Limited WarrantySubject to the Limitations, Exclusions and Disclaimers hereof, InFocus Corporation (“InFocus”) warrants that the Projector, Lamps and

Limited Warranty PeriodThe Limited Warranty periods hereof commence on the date of purchase by the end-user customer. These Limited Warranty provision

iiiSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPlease read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-t

ivSafety Instructions•Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may damage your projector.• Caution: Don’t place the projector on a

1INTRODUCTIONThe ASK Proxima M2+™ is a projector specifically designed for portability, connectivity, and collaboration. It is easy to connect, easy t

2IntroductionFIGURE 1Shipping box contents1. Projector + lens cap 6. Audio cable2. Remote control with batter-ies7. Computer cable3. User’s Guide, Qui