Infocus IN72 Specific Thread - Page 8

Well, we're not going to find out for awhile...but I have no worries.

Well, I resent a query to customer service at Infocus because it would not let me send another to technical support. I received a response within 24 hours informing me that my unit has the upgraded 2 amp fuse. So, I wanted to let you guys know that mine came from TD and shipped with Firmware 2.6. This my next question, is it worth it to order a patch cable and update the firmware to the newest release? I checked it out and it doesn't fix anything that I have issues with.

4805 sharpness.

Yes, the correct setting was the lowest. I actually still use one step (I think it's the "softer" setting) up with the D1. At first with the D1 I though the picture was a lilttle too digital looking. Then, I read that the sharpness setting over the M1 connection was affected by the sharpness setting when using the component connection.

So, I had to hook up a source with component, go into the menu and adjust sharpness down a notch. Looked much better. Still didn't like it at the correct softest setting. So yes the sharpness settings over m1 are affected by the other input settings. This is with the second firmware, so I don't know if they changed it with the most recent.

If the adjustment range is the same on the in72 I may prefer it up a notch. We'll see tomorow! Hope I get the 2a. Oh and I got a rediculous deal..got an authorized dealer to price match the lowest price on the web

Thanks, Ben.

I have a question (may seem dumb). I've decided to fore-go the expensive JVC and Panny DVD Recorder Combos in favor of the much raved about Bravo D1, but when I researched the D1 to do 1:1 pixel mapping it refers to the PJ's "Native" Resolution. Does this mean I have to leave the aspect ratio set to Native on the PJ or can I still use it in 16 x 9 and get a 1:1 mapped image?I can use an HDMI to DVI adapter to feed the signal through my receiver and intend on using optical out for audio. I could really use a heads up on this from someone who has one. I don't want to buy one and not be able to set it for widescreen, I felt like the Native setting squashed the picture. Any info is appreciated. Thanks!

BenJF3

Yes, you have to use "Native" in order to pixel-map. It will not squash anything when set up properly @ 1:1.

gprro1

The SP4805 and IN72 sharpness is not the same. Standard should be fine on IN72 - though you should make sure they took the sharpness adjusts other inputs bug out for the IN72!

yeah, hope they changed the sharpness bug too. Just unpacked the 72, havn't fired it up. There sounds like something is rattling a little inside when I tip it upside down ,

Interesting to see that you're planning to change the fan inside. The fan on the picture is a fan from Delta. The Nexus fans where you're talking about, are known the be one of the quitest fans used in computers.

But the airflow of the Nexus fans might be lower, thus lowering the lamp life time.

Also the fans might not be the only noise source in the projector. High pitch noise might be caused by the color wheel.

I think the connectors on the picture are often used as internal soundcard connectors. Some soundcards use it to connect CD-ROM audio to the soundcard. These cables are often included with cd-rom drives.

I am ceiling mounting my projector and I am having some issues. First I will give the numbers:
Screen 41.5" from ceiling (10' ceiling)
My mount was designed for a center of lens height of 29" plus or minus 1/2" (DIY mount as seen elsewhere here)
I am using the 92" screen that came from infocus
according to the site the vertical offset (128% of screen height) is 12.6" (41.5-12.6=28.9)

Projector is 149" from screen. (not relevant as far as I can tell)

I am experiencing some keystoning 1/2" on each side at the top of the screen. I have to lower the projector to 33" from the ceiling (8.5" of offset) to get very mild keystone of 1/8".

I am at a loss for why I am so far off from the factory recommendations. Should I send the unit back?

I would really like to have the projector at the recommended height.


Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Chris

Jeez, be careful! The little projector gnomes that turn the color wheel aren't happy when you turn them upside down!

There is a switch inside the unit that apparently trips when you flip the unit over and automatically inverts the image for you. Maybe you are hearing this. I just got my IN72 today, and heard the same thing.

Todd

yup

Yea, I can confirm that as well. I believe it is the "auto-ceiling" sensor.

I just joined the club and purchased a IN72. Still have my 4805 but soon to be replaced on the mount. Fired up tonight when I got in from NYC and she looks Awfully Purty! I can surely appreciate the extra brightness she gives off especially for my Xbox 360 gaming. I was having a little problems with the dark scenes on my 4805 in games like Gears of War. I am truly a happy customer especially at a price like this.

I'm pretty annoyed. Received the IN72 yesterday from (B)everly (H)ills Photo and the lamp won't strike. Anyone have a clue what the deal is? I'm getting the dreaded 3 blink red LED. Thanks for any help.

I suggest that you check the base and the lamp door. Open it up and make sure the lamp is not knocked loose or not plugged in correctly. It's possible that it was bumped around during shipping. If none of those things solve the problem, them the unit has a defective lamp. It either has to go back to the retailer or contact Infocus and see what they will do. They may only require you to send the lamp in and they will send a replacement. Shipping will be cheaper on the lamp than the entire unit, but I don't know what they will do. Let us know how you make out.

yeah, definatley that. Fired it up... thing is bright! My 4805 was never this bright, and it anly has 450 hours on it. Definatly has better contrast too.

The retailer that sold me the IN72 was very cool about replacing the lamp. Is it possible though, that my issue is related to the fuse problem rather than the lamp? I'm not sure how to tell which fuse I have, seeing as I can't get a picture. Any other way to tell? Thanks in advance!

Send an inquiry to Infocus via the customer service form. Include the serial number and description. I sent one through tech support and customer service. Customer service responded withing 24 hours and verified that I have the 2 amp fuse.

Thanks, Ben! BTW, I've been searching for info about what having a 1A fuse may do to the projector, but am having no luck. Can anyone provide a link or explain the symptoms their projector experienced?

Thanks, BMRR, that's reassuring. I ordered the unit on 12/18, so hopefully the retailer got some more recent units in.

From what I can tell, it is that the heat generated accompanied with the current draw that weakens the fuse filament causing it to fail prematurely or what I would refer to as a "soft" blow of the fuse. Also, BMRR is correct that the fuse going would cause you to have a dead unit. Also, I just got my projo ceiling mounted and am somewhat confused by the throw distance/ Infocus calculater. My measurements don't seem to match up with what the calculator says I should be getting. It's kind of a pain because I really don't want to move it again. Hopefully, I can get the image I want where it is. I tried to do it so that the max zoom is as big as I'd ever want the image for the room. This way if I want to go smaller to reduce/eliminate SDE, I can. Once the room is complete, I will try to get up some pics ... unless I'm too busy enjoying it :-)

Also, Merry Christmas To All!

I just hooked up my in72. I have a problem with the picture i hope someone can help me with. when i play dvd or games it looks very good, but when i watch sd tv it looks very muted in the colors and basketball games look very white and washed out same with football games. regular programming looks very poor color wise. I run rca jacks from my tivo to my dvd player and composite from my dvd to the in72. I don't understand why games and dvd would look so good but regular tv is so bad.

thanks
tim arnett

timarnett

First, analog will look like crap on a digital display. But there are a few things you can do to help it look better.

Make sure that for regular analog TV, that your STB is set to 480i - your IN72 will do a better job at de-interlacing than your box if you try to upscale it. And you definitely want to rid yourelf of composite. Run, at the very least, some component cables. Eventually, you will want to run HDMI/DVI for your (arguably) best PQ.

And then, run Avia and calibrate your IN72. Granted, not all broadcasts will output the same or correct levels, but at least this will help.

Merry Christmas to all here, btw.

Well Im a crt guy (xg852) that just pulled the trigger on this pj. Its going to be my first digital, but figured for how little its selling for (at least till the 31st) I cant go wrong. I also have a bravo collecting dust in a closet so ill be using that to watch dvd's in my bedroom and save whats left of my crt for watching HD.

Hi
I read in the other big thread that for IN72 infocus does not recommend using
all 3 screws since this will weaken the case and crack it. Dont have the post handy. I was searching for "ceiling mount" and that post popped up.

I dont see any such recommendation by Infocus. The ceiling mount pdf file
shows 3 holes for IN72. Actually leaving the front mounting hole will
only make it worse.

Anyone already using the Infocus universal mount SP-CEIL-UNIV

That is nearly half the price of the PJ (after rebate) !

I am planning to make a simple mount myself. This is not ceiling mount
but behind the couch mount or wall mount. I was wondering if I could get the
template of the IN72 mounting holes so that I can get the holes matched
on the simple mount I am plannig to make. It is basically a tall shelf with the
PJ mounted at the top.

Is this the Metalcraft Mount?

why is Infocus charging 234 for the universal mount when it is available
online for half the price?