BOXLIGHT XD-9m User manual
BOXLIGHT
XD-9m
USER’S GUIDE
USA and Canada: 800-762-5757
Direct Phone :
Outside the US: (360) 779-7901
19332 Powder Hill Place
Poulsbo, WA 98370-7407 USA
www.boxlight.com
Copyright © 2000 by Boxlight
Poulsbo, Washington. All rights reserved.
FCC Warning
This 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. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harm-
ful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Can-
ada.
Safety Certifications
UL, CUL, TÜV, NOM
EN 55022 Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interfer-
ence, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The typ-
ical use is in a conference room, meeting room or auditorium.
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: Boxlight
19332 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, Washington, USA
We declare under our sole responsibility that the XD-9m projector conforms to the
following directives and norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
EMI: EN 55022 (1992) Class A
EMC: EN 50082-1 (1992)
IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4
Directive 73/23/EEC, Amended by 93/68/EEC
Safety: EN 60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 + A4: 1997
May, 2000
Trademarks
Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of
International Business Machines, Inc. Microsoft, PowerPoint, and Windows are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Digital Light Pro-
cessing is a trademark or registered trademark of Texas Instruments.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions iii
Introduction 1
Image Resolution 1
Compatibility 1
Unpacking the Projector 1
Usage Guidelines 3
If You Need Assistance 4
Warranty 4
Setting up the Projector 5
Connecting a Computer 7
Connecting a Video Player 9
Powering up the Projector and Adjusting the Image 11
Turning Off the Projector 12
Using the Projector 13
Basic Image Adjustment 13
Using the Remote Control 13
Adjusting the Projector 15
Using the Keypad and Remote Buttons 16
Using the On-Screen Menus 18
Display Menu 19
Audio Menu 20
Image Menu 21
Controls Menu 24
Language Menu 26
Status Menu 26
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 29
Cleaning the Lens 29
Replacing the Projection Lamp 29
Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control 32
Using the Security Lock 32
Troubleshooting 33
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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Appendix 37
Specifications 37
Accessories 38
Portable and Laptop Activation Chart 40
Using Video Mirroring with a PowerBook Computer 45
Projected Image Size 46
Index 47
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and follow all safety instructions provided BEFORE
using your new projector. Failure to comply with safety instruc-
tions may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury and
may damage or impair protection provided by equipment. Please
save all safety instructions.
Safety Definitions:
•Warning: Statements identify conditions or practices that
could result in personal injury.
•Caution: Statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to your equipment.
Safety Symbols:
Attention: For information about usage of a feature, please
refer to the User’s Guide.
Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch.
An arrow pointing to the lamp door on the projector.
Safety Terms:
•Warning: Don’t look directly into the lens when the lamp is
turned on.
•Warning: To replace the lamp, turn the projector off by
unplugging the power cord. To avoid burns, wait 30
minutes before opening the lamp door. Follow all instructions
provided in this User’s Guide.
•Warning: Please use the power cord provided. Connect
the power cord to a receptacle with a protective safety
(earth) ground terminal.
•Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See the fol-
lowing page for the customer service contact information.
•Caution: Don’t block ventilation openings.
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Safety Instructions
•Caution: Don’t set liquids on the projector. Spilled liquids may
damage your projector.
•Caution: Don’t place the projector on a hot surface or in direct
sunlight.
•Caution: Do not drop the projector. Transport the projector in a
Boxlight-approved case; see page 39 for a list of cases.
Important Operating Considerations
Do not place the projector on a tablecloth or other soft covering
that may block the vents. In the unlikely event of the bulb ruptur-
ing, thoroughly clean the area behind the projector and discard
any edible items placed in that area.
Customer Service
If you need assistance, call Boxlight at 1-800-762-5757 or
360-779-7901.
Do not place objects in
this area behind the projector
2ft(.6m)
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INTRODUCTION
The Boxlight®XD-9m is specifically designed for the mobile pre-
senter. It packs XGA 1024x768 graphics with 16.7 million colors
into a small, 4.8 pound package. It generates crisp, clear images
using Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology, and features
an M1-DA connector for easy, built-in digital/analog and USB
connectivity. The projector is easy to connect, easy to use, easy to
transport, and easy to maintain.
NOTE: The XD-9m automatically
expands 640x480 and 800x600
images to 1024x768. You can dis-
play these images at their native
resolutions by turning off the Auto
Resize feature. See “Resize” on
page 21 for more information.
Image Resolution
The XGA resolution of the XD-9m’s projected image is 1024x768.
The projector cannot compress screen resolutions above
1024x768. If your computer’s screen resolution is higher than
1024x768, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the
projector.
Compatibility
The projector is compatible with a wide variety of computers and
video devices, including:
•IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1024x768
resolution.
•Apple®Macintosh®and PowerBook®computers up to
1024x768 resolution.
NOTE: The projector is compati-
ble with 1080i HDTV format.
•Most standard VCRs, DVD players, HDTV sources, camcord-
ers and laser disc players.
Unpacking the Projector
The projector comes with the items shown in Figure 1. Check to
make sure all are included. Contact Boxlight immediately if
anything is missing.
If you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the
Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For com-
plete details on connecting and operating the projector, refer to
this User’s Guide.
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