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... fix this lower resolution. RECOMMENDATIONS The Microportable projector's native resolutions are two ways to view video on the model. The user can only be shown on these adjustments will need to be pressed twice in simultaneous display mode, single controller configuration (resolution must match the internal LCD, and refresh rate must be set the external device to fit into the internal array. The level of the projector, a warning message...
... fix this lower resolution. RECOMMENDATIONS The Microportable projector's native resolutions are two ways to view video on the model. The user can only be shown on these adjustments will need to be pressed twice in simultaneous display mode, single controller configuration (resolution must match the internal LCD, and refresh rate must be set the external device to fit into the internal array. The level of the projector, a warning message...
Compaq Microportable Projectors & the Armada Graphics/Video Capabilities
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... double the size of different images On the referenced Armada systems with the same refresh rate and resolution being used to control the LCD and an external CRT or Projection unit with different timing. The two display devices can be set any window from one screen to the fact that simultaneously displays on the primary display. Prior to the introduction of the Compaq Microportable Projectors, many users were...
... double the size of different images On the referenced Armada systems with the same refresh rate and resolution being used to control the LCD and an external CRT or Projection unit with different timing. The two display devices can be set any window from one screen to the fact that simultaneously displays on the primary display. Prior to the introduction of the Compaq Microportable Projectors, many users were...
Compaq Microportable Projectors & the Armada Graphics/Video Capabilities
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... to display on the Microportable projectors as you may need to switch to aspect ratio" mode on standard TV sets when viewing widescreen content. the user will default to width relationship of the Armada portables. Note that regardless of source, the HDTV formats are compatible with PC modes, and thus will need to select the "HDTV fill to YPrPb color mode using the TVout port...
... to display on the Microportable projectors as you may need to switch to aspect ratio" mode on standard TV sets when viewing widescreen content. the user will default to width relationship of the Armada portables. Note that regardless of source, the HDTV formats are compatible with PC modes, and thus will need to select the "HDTV fill to YPrPb color mode using the TVout port...
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... 1280 by 1024 (SXGA), based on model), which easily allows for higher color depth. SVGA projectors will allow for the display of graphics frame buffer (based on model. The ability to resolution, the Microportable projectors will be installed on the Armada model being used. Many users of colors is increased, possible visual artifacts are all have a dual graphics controller architecture: • Armada 7300 and...
... 1280 by 1024 (SXGA), based on model), which easily allows for higher color depth. SVGA projectors will allow for the display of graphics frame buffer (based on model. The ability to resolution, the Microportable projectors will be installed on the Armada model being used. Many users of colors is increased, possible visual artifacts are all have a dual graphics controller architecture: • Armada 7300 and...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... Adapter to the Projector... 3-3 Connecting a Camcorder, VCR, or DVD Player to the Optional Multimedia Adapter 3-4 Connecting a Video Player 3-6 Video On-Screen Menu Adjustments 3-6 Explaining Functions in the Video On-Screen Menu 3-8 Chapter 4 USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL Identifying the Remote Control Buttons 4-1 Calibrating the Mouse 4-3 Remote Control Functions 4-4 Picture-in-Picture On-Screen Menu Adjustments 4-5 Explaining Functions in the PIP On-Screen Menu 4-7 Chapter 5 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Protecting the Projector 5-1 Cleaning the Lens 5-3 Replacing the Projector Lamp...
... Adapter to the Projector... 3-3 Connecting a Camcorder, VCR, or DVD Player to the Optional Multimedia Adapter 3-4 Connecting a Video Player 3-6 Video On-Screen Menu Adjustments 3-6 Explaining Functions in the Video On-Screen Menu 3-8 Chapter 4 USING THE OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL Identifying the Remote Control Buttons 4-1 Calibrating the Mouse 4-3 Remote Control Functions 4-4 Picture-in-Picture On-Screen Menu Adjustments 4-5 Explaining Functions in the PIP On-Screen Menu 4-7 Chapter 5 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Protecting the Projector 5-1 Cleaning the Lens 5-3 Replacing the Projector Lamp...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... this manner presents clarifying information, specific instructions, commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to equipment or loss of information. Text set off in bodily harm or loss of view. Preface vi preface Using This Guide The User's Guide includes general information about your projector, troubleshooting and diagnostics, and technical specifications. WARNING: Text set off in this...
... this manner presents clarifying information, specific instructions, commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to equipment or loss of information. Text set off in bodily harm or loss of view. Preface vi preface Using This Guide The User's Guide includes general information about your projector, troubleshooting and diagnostics, and technical specifications. WARNING: Text set off in this...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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...zoom to 32× s Standard VGA analog connection s All digital DFP connection s Convenient auto-image adjustment s 16.7 million displayable colors s Multilingual on-screen adjustment menu s Plug and Play capability s Flash ROM upgradeable s Compaq Presentation utility for ease of use in setting up the projector with portable computers s Compaq Projector Display Assistant utility to adjust screen settings s Carrying case and projector carrying handle included s Security lock slot s Optional multimedia adapter and remote control MP1400 Microportable Projector 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting Started...
...zoom to 32× s Standard VGA analog connection s All digital DFP connection s Convenient auto-image adjustment s 16.7 million displayable colors s Multilingual on-screen adjustment menu s Plug and Play capability s Flash ROM upgradeable s Compaq Presentation utility for ease of use in setting up the projector with portable computers s Compaq Projector Display Assistant utility to adjust screen settings s Carrying case and projector carrying handle included s Security lock slot s Optional multimedia adapter and remote control MP1400 Microportable Projector 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting Started...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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Introduction Before setting up your Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items: 1 Projector and lens cap 2 10-foot power cable 3 Two signal cables s One VGA signal cable for use with computers, portables, and some handheld products s One DFP (digital flat panel) to DVI (digital video information) upgrade cable for use with compatible digital sources 4 One RS232 (serial) to DVI upgrade adapter 5 Carrying case and separate projector carrying handle 6 Phillips screwdriver 1-2 MP1400 Microportable Projector
Introduction Before setting up your Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector, be sure your shipping box includes the following items: 1 Projector and lens cap 2 10-foot power cable 3 Two signal cables s One VGA signal cable for use with computers, portables, and some handheld products s One DFP (digital flat panel) to DVI (digital video information) upgrade cable for use with compatible digital sources 4 One RS232 (serial) to DVI upgrade adapter 5 Carrying case and separate projector carrying handle 6 Phillips screwdriver 1-2 MP1400 Microportable Projector
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... the projector to Standby" displays, and the LED on the projection screen. Failure to follow this happens, press the Standby button 3 to display images on the projection screen. Press the Standby button to power off and the projector will display on the Standby button blinks amber. Turn off the projector lamp. Powering Off the Projector Follow these instructions to turn off the Main power switch on . 4. Power on your source (computer, PC Companion, or VCR, etc.) and launch the software application being used to power...
... the projector to Standby" displays, and the LED on the projection screen. Failure to follow this happens, press the Standby button 3 to display images on the projection screen. Press the Standby button to power off and the projector will display on the Standby button blinks amber. Turn off the projector lamp. Powering Off the Projector Follow these instructions to turn off the Main power switch on . 4. Power on your source (computer, PC Companion, or VCR, etc.) and launch the software application being used to power...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... program icon to control the MP1400 Projector's resolution settings and the enabled/disabled status. The Compaq Presentation utility supports the following GUI operating systems: Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows NT 4.0. Set the Presentation Mode Duration time in the dialog box to install the program. Select Next in the dialog box or accept the default settings to turn off the computer's power management features and screen saver features. 6. Select...
... program icon to control the MP1400 Projector's resolution settings and the enabled/disabled status. The Compaq Presentation utility supports the following GUI operating systems: Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows NT 4.0. Set the Presentation Mode Duration time in the dialog box to install the program. Select Next in the dialog box or accept the default settings to turn off the computer's power management features and screen saver features. 6. Select...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... until the LED glows amber steadily. 4. Launches first, second, and third-level on . 2. The Standby LED changes color to indicate the following operating modes: 1. Exits the on and off. Amber glow indicates warm-up or suspend modes. 3. All five LED buttons rapidly flashing amber indicates the lamp has overheated and the projector has automatically shut down. 1. Chapter 2 Using the Projector Identifying the Projector Buttons Symbol 1 Control Standby button and LED 2 Select button Function Powers the projector lamp on -screen menus. MP1400 Microportable Projector 2-1
... until the LED glows amber steadily. 4. Launches first, second, and third-level on . 2. The Standby LED changes color to indicate the following operating modes: 1. Exits the on and off. Amber glow indicates warm-up or suspend modes. 3. All five LED buttons rapidly flashing amber indicates the lamp has overheated and the projector has automatically shut down. 1. Chapter 2 Using the Projector Identifying the Projector Buttons Symbol 1 Control Standby button and LED 2 Select button Function Powers the projector lamp on -screen menus. MP1400 Microportable Projector 2-1
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... 2-2 MP1400 Microportable Projector IMPORTANT: To use standby mode, press the Standby button and, after a 6- to cool before the lamp can be turned back on the projector. Wait 45 seconds to allow the lamp to 10-second delay, the unit enters standby mode and the projector lamp turns off. Introducing the On-Screen Menu The adjustments for the duration of seven available languages. Selects and adjusts the on -screen menu and can be viewed in...
... 2-2 MP1400 Microportable Projector IMPORTANT: To use standby mode, press the Standby button and, after a 6- to cool before the lamp can be turned back on the projector. Wait 45 seconds to allow the lamp to 10-second delay, the unit enters standby mode and the projector lamp turns off. Introducing the On-Screen Menu The adjustments for the duration of seven available languages. Selects and adjusts the on -screen menu and can be viewed in...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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...-Screen Messages The following conditions: s Check Video Cable-Indicates the video cable may not be plugged into the projector or the selected video input is a digital DFP input. Remove One-The projector has two data inputs: one of the display, or to view the cumulative lamp hours, reset the lamp hour timer, view the unit's serial number, or perform a Master Reset. s 2 Inputs Active - s Going to Standby-Indicates the projector is entering a sleep mode or is approaching failure. s Lamp May Fail Soon, Replacement Suggested-Indicates the lamp is powering off the lamp...
...-Screen Messages The following conditions: s Check Video Cable-Indicates the video cable may not be plugged into the projector or the selected video input is a digital DFP input. Remove One-The projector has two data inputs: one of the display, or to view the cumulative lamp hours, reset the lamp hour timer, view the unit's serial number, or perform a Master Reset. s 2 Inputs Active - s Going to Standby-Indicates the projector is entering a sleep mode or is approaching failure. s Lamp May Fail Soon, Replacement Suggested-Indicates the lamp is powering off the lamp...
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...Compaq Multimedia Adapter to the projector. 3-6 MP1400 Microportable Projector Both cables are relevant to adjust the video performance manually, or press the Resync button on the projected screen. Use the on-screen menu to the multimedia functions of the multimedia adapter to toggle and switch the projector signal from data (computer icon) to video (TV icon). Attach a video source to the projector. 2. Connecting a Video Player If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, use the RCA video cable. The data mode receives computer inputs, and the video...
...Compaq Multimedia Adapter to the projector. 3-6 MP1400 Microportable Projector Both cables are relevant to adjust the video performance manually, or press the Resync button on the projected screen. Use the on-screen menu to the multimedia functions of the multimedia adapter to toggle and switch the projector signal from data (computer icon) to video (TV icon). Attach a video source to the projector. 2. Connecting a Video Player If your video player uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, use the RCA video cable. The data mode receives computer inputs, and the video...
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... audio controls for the speaker on -screen menu, follow the steps in "Adjusting the On-Screen Menu" in Chapter 2, "Using the Projector." Explaining Functions in the Video On-Screen Menu In addition to the Video on the multimedia adapter s Source-Selects between composite, S-video, DVI, and analog input 3-8 MP1400 Microportable Projector Video On-Screen Menu (Continued) Management Power Saver Lamp Hours Reset Lamp Hours Standby Lamp Delay Flip Image Serial Number Master Reset Save and Return Cancel Factory Reset Confirm Reset Exit Current Mode On-Off Display hours - 5 digits...
... audio controls for the speaker on -screen menu, follow the steps in "Adjusting the On-Screen Menu" in Chapter 2, "Using the Projector." Explaining Functions in the Video On-Screen Menu In addition to the Video on the multimedia adapter s Source-Selects between composite, S-video, DVI, and analog input 3-8 MP1400 Microportable Projector Video On-Screen Menu (Continued) Management Power Saver Lamp Hours Reset Lamp Hours Standby Lamp Delay Flip Image Serial Number Master Reset Save and Return Cancel Factory Reset Confirm Reset Exit Current Mode On-Off Display hours - 5 digits...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... remote control is included with the optional Compaq Multimedia Adapter kit, which is not included with the Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector. Volume +/− Function Controls left mouse functions Controls right mouse functions Scrolls up/down projected image Zooms in -Picture) button ; This remote control is equipped with the input source Adjusts the Video on the remote control and do not point the laser light into the laser light on -screen menu Silences the speaker Increases/decreases speaker volume ! WARNING...
... remote control is included with the optional Compaq Multimedia Adapter kit, which is not included with the Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector. Volume +/− Function Controls left mouse functions Controls right mouse functions Scrolls up/down projected image Zooms in -Picture) button ; This remote control is equipped with the input source Adjusts the Video on the remote control and do not point the laser light into the laser light on -screen menu Silences the speaker Increases/decreases speaker volume ! WARNING...
Compaq MP1400 Microportable Projector
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... lamp approaches its failure mode or end of life. To purchase the lamp directly from Compaq, visit the Compaq web site at http://www.Compaq.com/products/projectors. 5-4 MP1400 Microportable Projector The projector will need to purchase a replacement lamp or have the lamp changed. WARNING: When the lamp reaches its end of life, it may pop when it may pop or rupture. When the message "Lamp May Fail Soon Replacement Suggested" displays on the projection screen...
... lamp approaches its failure mode or end of life. To purchase the lamp directly from Compaq, visit the Compaq web site at http://www.Compaq.com/products/projectors. 5-4 MP1400 Microportable Projector The projector will need to purchase a replacement lamp or have the lamp changed. WARNING: When the lamp reaches its end of life, it may pop when it may pop or rupture. When the message "Lamp May Fail Soon Replacement Suggested" displays on the projection screen...
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... or desktop computer screen saver function. appendix A Troubleshooting Solving Display Problems Image does not appear on the connectors are not crooked or broken. 7. Make sure the projector is securely connected. 6. Toggle the Fn + F4 function keys. Ensure your portable computer's user manual. 4. Press the Resync button on . Compaq recommends installing the Compaq Presentation Utility to your portable computer's external video port is turned on the projector panel. 5. Continued Troubleshooting A-1
... or desktop computer screen saver function. appendix A Troubleshooting Solving Display Problems Image does not appear on the connectors are not crooked or broken. 7. Make sure the projector is securely connected. 6. Toggle the Fn + F4 function keys. Ensure your portable computer's user manual. 4. Press the Resync button on . Compaq recommends installing the Compaq Presentation Utility to your portable computer's external video port is turned on the projector panel. 5. Continued Troubleshooting A-1
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... focus 1. Check the projection lens to ON for image on external monitor only or internal only, depending on the projector panel to adjust the tracking. Continued Troubleshooting A-3 Image is flickering or unstable Press the Resync button on monitor selection in Monitors. Follow the "Cleaning the Lens" procedures in the on the projection lens. 2. To control video mirroring, click Control PanelDisplay, then set Video Mirroring to see if it needs cleaning. Adjust the Focus Ring on -screen menu. Set Video...
... focus 1. Check the projection lens to ON for image on external monitor only or internal only, depending on the projector panel to adjust the tracking. Continued Troubleshooting A-3 Image is flickering or unstable Press the Resync button on monitor selection in Monitors. Follow the "Cleaning the Lens" procedures in the on the projection lens. 2. To control video mirroring, click Control PanelDisplay, then set Video Mirroring to see if it needs cleaning. Adjust the Focus Ring on -screen menu. Set Video...
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... Mute button is a digital source connected, PIP will always be replaced. 2. data will not operate. Be sure the optional Multimedia Adapter is connected to the projector Check the cable connections. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your Compaq authorized service provider or call .) A-6 Troubleshooting If there is off. PIP is correctly connected to be sure it's operating. 3. Make sure the USB cable is properly attached to call Compaq Customer Support for help. (Refer...
... Mute button is a digital source connected, PIP will always be replaced. 2. data will not operate. Be sure the optional Multimedia Adapter is connected to the projector Check the cable connections. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your Compaq authorized service provider or call .) A-6 Troubleshooting If there is off. PIP is correctly connected to be sure it's operating. 3. Make sure the USB cable is properly attached to call Compaq Customer Support for help. (Refer...