Ask Proxima M2+ User Manual

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Problem: Only the start-up screen displays

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Verify that the cables are connected correctly. See page 7 for

connection procedures.

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Make sure that the cables do not have any bent pins.

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Verify that the proper input source is connected. See “Com-

puter and Video and Source/Select” on page 18.

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Try resetting the projector. See page 22.

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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.

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Make sure your laptop’s external video port is turned on. See

your computer’s manual for details.

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Make sure your computer’s video board is installed and con-

figured correctly.

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Make sure your computer has a compatible video board. The

projector isn’t CGA or EGA compatible.

If you’re using Windows 98:

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Open “My Computer” icon, the Control Panel folder and
then the Display icon.

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Click the Settings tab.

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Verify that the Desktop area is set to 1280x1024 or less.

Problem: Color or text not being projected

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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

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Make sure the computer’s video card is set for a resolution of

no greater than 1280x1024.

Problem: Image isn’t centered on the screen

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Move the projector to reposition the image.

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Reposition the image using the menu. Refer to page 23.

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Be sure the projector lens is at a 90 degree angle to the screen.

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