Philips Multimedia projector bCool XG1 - Manual (Page 13)

Computer input
The computer input is suitable for both Apple Macintosh computers (Power Book and Power Mac) as
well as for IBM compatible PCs.The projector is Microsoft (R), Windows (R) 95/98/ME/2000/XP
compatible and accepts input signals from all computers that meet following specifications:
•
Multi scan VGA-SXGA
• Horizontal scan rate: 15-100 kHz
• Vertical refresh rate: 43-100 Hz
• Bandwith: 140 MHz
• Display Data Channel DDC: 2B
Analog (VGA) connection
The data (VGA) output of IBM compatible PCs can be connected directly to the Data in socket of the
projector using the VESA M1-A to VGA/USB cable supplied. When connecting the projector to a
Macintosh computer equipped with a 2 row, 15 pin connector a VGA/MAC adaptor (available at your
PC store) is required. If your computer is equipped with a 3 row connector no adaptor is needed.
Digital (DVI) connection
The Data in socket also allows digital connection to your computer, resulting in the highest
possible picture quality. For this an optional VGA/DVI adaptor is required.
USB connection (Universal Serial Bus)
The VESA M1-A to VGA/USB cable supplied. allows you to connect the projector to computers
equipped with a USB interface, resulting in real hot plug and play presentation.
Mouse control:
By connecting the projector to the USB (downstream) port of the computer, the mouse function on
the Remote Control automatically gets installed.
You can now manipulate the mouse cursor on the computer and on the screen, using Cursor Control
on the remote control.The Mouse Left/Right keys on the remote control function as Left and Right
mouse keys of your pc.
Theft deterrence
The SecurityMax™ application, supplied on the CD-ROM, allows you take a number of precautions
against unauthorized use of your projector. Once the application is installed, you can, for example, set
your own code protected personal start-up screen and shutdown timer which make theft unattractive
to any potential thief.You only need to run the Security Max™ software on the pc that is connected to
your projector via the Data in socket. For this see the ‘Security Max’ user guide on the
CD-ROM.
Based on the specific hardware and software configuration available, Apple Macintosh computer users could
experience incomplete or erratic USB -functionality.These problems are not related to the performance of
your projector.
Video input
The projector accepts the input signal of all major video formats, including NTSC 3.58, 4.43, PAL B, G,
D, H, I, N, M, SECAM and HDTV (480i/P, 576P, 720P, 1080i) signals.The projector will recognize these
standards and adapt to them automatically. With the ‘Picture format’ feature you can select one of five
picture format options 4:3, 16:9, letter box, pan & scan or 4:3 original screen.
Always switch off projector and external equipment before making any connections.
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