BOXLIGHT 12SF User Manual

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ivSafety Instructions•Warning: Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Ser-vicing your own projector will void the warranty. See below for t

1INTRODUCTIONThe Studio Experience® Cinema 12SF™ multimedia projector is specifically designed for home theater applications. It generates crisp, clea

2IntroductionIf you are experienced in setting up presentation systems, use the Quick Start card that was included in the shipping box. For com-plete

3FIGURE 2Front view of projectorFIGURE 3Back view of projectorFIGURE 4Back view of projector with Enhanced Connectivity Module attachedfocus ringzoom

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

5SETTING UP THE PROJECTORThere are a number a factors to consider when determining where to set up the projector, including the size and shape of your

6Setting up the ProjectorThe image exits the projector at a given angle. This image offset is 125.5% when the projector is in 16:9 mode (the default m

7Connecting the Enhanced Connectivity ModuleThe connector panel on the back of the projector looks like this:NOTE: Before you continue, make sure the

8Setting up the ProjectorNOTE: If you have turned AutoSource off (page 45), you mayneed to press the source buttonmore than once to display anactive s

9Connecting a Video DeviceYou can connect VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cam-eras, video games, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projec-to

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10Setting up the ProjectorBasically, any device that can change channels is considered a tuner.The next step is to figure out what type of connectors/

11Displaying a TV signalNOTE: If needed, you can pur-chase longer cables at your local electronics store.Determine the cables you’ll need (refer to th

12Setting up the ProjectorFIGURE 13Connecting the projector to a TV tuner using the S-video cable and the A/V cable 5 Plug the power cord into the sid

138 Turn on your TV tuner. •The TV image should display on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the source button on the keypad or the video bu

14Setting up the ProjectorIf your TV tuner has composite video output:1 Plug the A/V cable’s round yellow connector into the com-posite “video-out” co

15Displaying a DVD or VHS tapeDetermine the cables you’ll need. This depends on what type of output is coming from the video device. Also, determine i

16Setting up the ProjectorFIGURE 16Connecting the projector to a video player using the S-video cable and the A/V cable 5 Plug the power cord into the

178 Plug in and turn on your video device. •The video image should display on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the source button on the key

18Setting up the ProjectorIf your video device has composite video output:1 Plug the A/V cable’s round yellow connector into the com-posite “video-out

19Projecting HDTVDetermine the cables you’ll need (refer to the table on page 10 if necessary). This depends on what type of output is coming from the

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20Setting up the Projector5 Plug the power cord into the side of the projector, then plug it into your electrical outlet. A surge-protected power stri

21If your HDTV tuner has a DVI or component output:For DVI, connect an optional DVI cable into the connector labeled “PC 1”. For component, connect an

22Setting up the ProjectorTurning Off the ProjectorIf you want to turn off the projector for a short period of time, press the standby button on the k

23Connecting a ComputerThe projector ships with an analog VESA computer cable. If your computer has a digital output, you can order the optional digit

24Displaying your Computer SourceNOTE: Always use the power cordthat shipped with the projector.1 Remove the lens cap.2 Plug the power cord into the s

25Uncheck any checked boxes, then click Next. Windows automati-cally locates the driver. If this driver has been removed, reload the driver using your

26NOTE: With some computers,the order in which you power upthe equipment is very important.Most computers should be turnedon last, after all other per

27USING THE PROJECTORThis section describes how to use and make adjustments to the projector. It also provides a reference to the keypad and remote bu

28Using the ProjectorThe projector is equipped with a self-locking, quick-release eleva-tor foot and button.To raise the projector:1 Press and hold th

29Using the Remote ControlInstall the 2 AAA batteries in the remote. See page 53 if you need help.Point the remote control at the projection screen or

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

30Using the ProjectorUsing the Keypad and Remote ButtonsWhile the menus are displayed, the volume, source, and standby buttons on the keypad act as me

31Keystone + - Use this feature to adjust the image vertically and make a squarer image.1 Press the keystone + button to reduce the upper part of the

32Using the ProjectorZoom modeThis activates the zoom feature. When you press this button, the zoom icon appears in the lower right corner of the scre

33Using the On-Screen MenusThe projector has menus that allow you to make image adjust-ments and change a variety of settings. Most of these adjustmen

34Using the ProjectorDisplay MenuTo access the Display menu settings, press the menu/select button to display the Main menu, press the down arrow to h

351 Use the up and down arrows to highlight Contrast, press menu/select, use the arrows to adjust the contrast, then press menu/select to accept your

36Using the ProjectorAudio Menu FIGURE 28Display menuVolumeYou can also adjust the volume directly from the projector’s key-pad.1 Use the up and down

37Image Menu for Video SourcesTo access the Image menu settings, press the menu/select button to display the Main menu, press the down arrow to highli

38Using the ProjectorTable 1: Resize options for various setupsIf you have this sourceand this screen aspect choose this resize optionto get this imag

39#$  Enhanced Widescreen%  &   '

Declaration of ConformityManufacturer:BOXLIGHT19332 Powder Hill Place, Poulsbo, Washington, USAWe declare under our sole responsibility that the Studi

40Using the ProjectorStandard$  &   )*+ & 

41Overscan      &  ++  )Zoom +  $ 

42Using the ProjectorImage Menu for Computer Sources *%menu/select  +7%

43Auto Image 2  +2/%+ $ & $      )*+ 

44Using the ProjectorColor Management MenuFIGURE 34Color Management menuDegammaNOTE: Your viewing preferencesmay vary. Cycle through thedegamma option

45Control Menu 4  %menu/select  +7%   4  %

46Using the ProjectorAdvanced MenuFIGURE 36Advanced menuRear Project(+ Rear Project % 2 & + 

47Reset#menu/select   ,!6% %4#5 2%1

48Using the ProjectorStatus Menu +    ) +% 7%

49MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING   EE 2 E 2 

50Maintenance & Troubleshooting3 *& 2   %   /,-.

515 6  ,-.)   & + )FIGURE

52Maintenance & TroubleshootingCleaning the Projection Lamp Filter Screens*+ +& % 

53Replacing the Batteries in the Remote Control      +  )+   +

54Maintenance & TroubleshootingTro u b l e sh oo t i n g6'    2 +   2 )   

55Table 3: Problem with the projectorSymptom RemedyThe projector is not run-ning (LED is not lit green)7/   + 

56Maintenance & TroubleshootingNo sound 12&  /+) 9:) )+ " 

57Table 4: Problem with a video imageSymptom RemedyImage is out of focus  2   )7/ 2 

58Maintenance & TroubleshootingImage from component source appears “greenish”+   )* 8F8%

59; ;AI6*>  %&    &E  +  2

iTA B L E O F C O N T E N T SSafety Instructions iiiIntroduction 1Image Resolution 1Compatibility 1Unpacking the Projector 1Usage Guidelines 4If

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61APPENDIXSpecifications 2   +)Te m p e r a t u r eOperating

62AppendixAccessoriesNOTE: Use only StudioExperience-approved accessories.Other products have not beentested with the projector.Power Cords (one ships

63Optional AccessoriesAudio/video inputs on the Enhanced Connectivity ModuleHard Shell Shipping CaseAudio/Video Cable Projector Ceiling Mount Kit Delu

64AppendixProjected Image SizeNOTE: Use the graph and tableto help you determine projectedimage sizes.FIGURE 43Projected image size for 16:9 aspect ra

65FIGURE 44Projected image size for 4:3 aspect ratioDiagonal Scre

66Appendix

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