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Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Problem: Only the start-up screen displays
•Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page7 for
connection procedures.
•Make sure that the cables do not have any bent pins.
•Verify that the proper input source is connected. See “Com-
puter and Video and Source/Select” on page18.
•Try resetting the projector. See page22.
•You might need to turn everything off and power up the
equipment again in the proper order. Refer to your com-
puter’s documentation to determine the correct order.
•Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See
your computer’s manual for details.
•Make sure your computer’s video board is installed and con-
figured correctly.
•Make sure your computer has a compatible video board. The
projector isn’t CGA or EGA compatible.
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 21 for more infor-
mation.
Problem: The screen resolution is not right
•Make sure the computer ’s video card is set for a resoluti on of
no greater than 1280x1024.
Problem: Image isn’t centered on the screen
•Move the projector to reposition the image.
•Reposition the image using the menu. Refer to page 23.
•Be sure the projector lens is at a 90 degree angle to the screen.
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