InFocus SP8600 Connecting a video device, Video device connections, Composite video connection

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Connecting a video device

You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector.

You can connect the projector to most video devices that can output video. You cannot directly connect the coaxial cable that enters your house from a cable or satellite company; the signal must pass through a tuner first. Examples of tuners are digital cable boxes, VCRs, digital video recorders, and satellite TV boxes. Basically, any device that can change channels is considered a tuner.

Although the aspect ratio is automatically selected by the projector based on the signal input, you can change the aspect ratio, if desired. The projector’s Aspect Ratio setting is accessed through the Resize button on the remote or through the projector’s Basic Picture Menu. See page 27 for more information.

Video device connections

You can order cables from InFocus or use your own.

Composite video connection

Plug the composite video cable’s yellow connector into the video out connector on the video device. Plug the other yellow connector into the yellow Composite connector on the projector.

Keep in mind that video output from composite connections is not as high quality as S-video.

HDMI 1.3 connection

HDMI is a standard, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between sources, such as set-top boxes, DVD players, and receivers and your projector. Plug an HDMI cable into the video out connector on the video device and into either the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 connector on the projector.

To take advantage of HDMI 1.3 Deep Color (30 bit) you must have a 1.3- compatible source.

S-video connection

If your video device uses a round, four-prong S-video connector, plug an S-video cable into the S-video connector on your video device and into the S-videoconnector on the projector.

Keep in mind that S-video delivers higher quality video output than composite.

VGA connection

If your video device has a 15-pin VGA output, plug one end of the included computer cable into the VGA connector on your video source. This connector may be labeled “To Monitor” on the video source. Plug the computer cable into the VGA connector on the projector.

Component video connection

Plug the component cable into the video device. Plug the other end of the component cable into the Component 1, Component 2 or Component 3 connectors.

In addition, a Component to VGA adapter can be used in conjunction with the VGA connectors. Plug the component cable into the video device. Plug the other end of the component cable into the adapter and plug the adapter into the VGA connector.

Component offers the highest quality analog video output.

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Contents Page FCC Warning Declaration of ConformityTrademarks CanadaTable of Contents Important Operating Considerations for Safety When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed Introduction Optional AccessoriesProduct specifications Online registrationConnector panel 12V External Trigger outputsPositioning the projector Horizontal Offset +/-15%Ceiling Mount Range of distance to the screen for a given screen sizeCable management HDMI 1.3 connection Connecting powerConnecting a computer source VGA connectionDisplaying an image No start up screen? Get help on pageAdjusting the image Composite video connection Connecting a video deviceVideo device connections S-video connectionWhat is Aspect Ratio? Shutting down the projector Troubleshooting your setupTable 1 Status indicator light behavior and meaning Screen Save TimePlug power cord into the projector, then press Problem No start up screen Only start up screen appearsSolution power buttonrange” ProblemNo computer image, just the words “Signal out of Only my laptop’s background appears, not thePanel Display Settings tab Set your computer’s display resolution to the nativeresolution of the projector Start Settings Control Move projector, adjust zoom and lens shiftImage not square Adjust Keystone in the Basic Picture menuAdjust Sharpness in the Basic Picture menu Square imageAdjust color, tint, brightness, contrast in the Basic Turn off Ceiling Mount in Setup menuTurn off Rear Project in Setup menu Image upside downEmbedded video plays correctly The video embedded in my PowerPointTurn off the internal LCD display on your laptop presentation does not play on the screenwon’t turn on, Lamp light is turned on “Replace lamp” message appears at startup, lampLamp must be replaced see page Replace lamp Lamp doorUsing the remote control Troubleshooting the remoteOptimizing computer images Using the keypad buttonsPresentation features Optimizing video images Customizing the projectorUsing the menus Basic Picture menu Advanced Picture menu Setup menu Menu Transparency Allows you to change how much of the projected image Status and Service menu HelpWARNINGS MaintenanceCleaning the lens unplug projector Replacing the projection lampTurn off and Using the security lock HDMI AppendixSplitScreen Compatibility RS-232 Port Settings RS-232 CommandsCommunication Configuration Command FormatLimitations Write Command ExamplesError Conditions Signal 1 TimerResolution Blank Screen Style1 Lamp won’t strike Lamp Total On Time Projector Info menu 1 DisplaySave User Presets Reset Lamp Hours1 Reset CommandSystem State INDEX Numerics
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