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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector PLC-XU100 MODEL Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Features And Design

    Features and Design This Multimedia Projector is designed with the most advanced technology for portability, durability, and ease of use. This projector utilizes built-in multimedia features, a palette of 16.77 million colors, and matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. ◆...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Air Circulation Moving the Projector Installing the Projector in Proper Directions Compliance ......8 Part Names and Functions ....9...

  • Page 4: To The Owner

    – Allowing the proper amount of space on the top, sides, and rear of the projector cabinet is critical for proper air circulation and cooling of the unit. The dimension shown here indicate the minimum space required. If the...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The projector may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the projector. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the projector.

  • Page 6: Air Circulation

    This may cause damage to the projector. For information about transporting the projector by courier or any other transport service, consult your dealer. –Do not put the projector in a case before the projector is cooled enough. Air Intake Vents...

  • Page 7: Installing The Projector In Proper Directions

    Installing the Projector in Proper Directions Use the projector properly in specified positions. Improper positioning may reduce the lamp life and result in severe accident or fire hazard. This projector can project the picture upward, downward, or backward, perpendicular to the plane of the screen as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 8: Compliance

    Telephone No. : (818)998-7322 The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it. AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada: AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standard Association (CSA).

  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    !1 Power Cord Connector !2 Lamp Cover !3 Filter !4 Adjustable Feet ✽ Kensington Security Slot This slot is for a Kensington lock used to deter theft of the projector. * Kensington is a registered trademark of ACCO Brands Corporation.

  • Page 10: Rear Terminal

    Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal q SERVICE PORT This jack is used to service the projector. w COMPUTER IN 2/COMPONENT IN Connect the computer or component video (or RGB Scart) output signal to this terminal. Use the supplied VGA cable or a Component-VGA cable (not supplied).

  • Page 11: Top Control

    –Blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range (pp.51, 60). i POWER indicator –Lights red when the projector is in stand-by mode. –Lights green during operations. –Blinks green in the Power management mode (pp.46, 60).

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control q ON/STAND-BY button Turn the projector on or off. (pp.19, 20) w VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source. (pp.24, 35) e COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source. (pp24, 26, 36) r MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu. (p21) t Point ( VOLUME + / –...

  • Page 13: Front

    ● Risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by an incorrect type. ● Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Remote Control Operating Range Point the remote control toward the projector (Infrared Remote Receiver) when pressing the buttons. Maximum operating range for the remote control is about 16.4’ (5 m) and 60 degrees in front of the projector.

  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set perpendicularly to the plane of the screen. ✔ Notes: •The brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to obtain the best image.

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cable (Mini D-sub 15 pin)* • Audio Cables (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) Audio Output VGA cable Audio cable (stereo) COMPUTER IN 2/...

  • Page 16: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) Composite Video and Audio Output ✔Notes: •When connecting the AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment, the projector’s built-in speaker is disconnected.

  • Page 17: Connecting To Component Video Equipment

    Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables • Scart-VGA Cable • Component Cable • Component-VGA Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) RGB Scart Component Video Output 21-pin Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Component cable...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    NOTE ON THE POWER CORD AC power cord must meet the requirements of the country where you use the projector. Confirm the AC plug type with the chart below and proper AC power cord must be used.

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    (see page 46) appear on the screen. If the projector is locked with a PIN code, PIN code input dialog box will appear. Enter the PIN code as instructed below.

  • Page 20: Turning Off The Projector

    LEAST FIVE MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF. ✔ Notes: •When the On start function is set to “On,” the projector will be turned on automatically by connecting the AC power cord to an AC outlet (p.46). •Do not operate the projector continuously without rest. Continuous use may result in shortening the lamp life.

  • Page 21: How To Operate The On-Screen Menu

    How to Operate the On-Screen Menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Menu. For each adjustment and setting procedure, refer to the respective sections in this manual. Press the MENU button on the top control or the remote control to display the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 22: Menu Bar

    Tint / Color temp. / White balance (R/G/B) / Sharpness / Gamma / Noise reduction / Progressive ] (pp.39-40) Setting Menu Used to set the projector's operating configurations. (pp.42-50) Sound Menu Used to adjust the volume or mute the sound.

  • Page 23: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Zoom and Focus Adjustment Rotate the Zoom Ring to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Sound Adjustment Direct Operation Volume Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the top control or on the remote control to adjust the volume.

  • Page 24: Remote Control Operation

    Basic Operation Remote Control Operation For some frequently used operations, using the remote control is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to make the operation, and no need for calling up the On-Screen Menu. COMPUTER / VIDEO button Press the COMPUTER or VIDEO button on the remote control to select the input source.
  • Page 25 AUTO PC button Press the AUTO PC button on the remote control to operate the Auto PC function. For more detail, see 28. D.ZOOM buttons Press the D.ZOOM buttons on the remote control to zoom in and zoom out the images. For more detail, see 34.

  • Page 26: Computer Input

    Computer Input Input Source Selection Direct Operation Choose either Computer 1 or Computer 2 by pressing the COMPUTER 1 button or COMPUTER 2 button on the top control or press the COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below.

  • Page 27: Computer System Selection

    Computer System Selection This projector automatically tunes to various types of computers based on VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, WXGA or UXGA with its Multi-scan system and Auto PC Adjustment. If Computer is selected as a signal source, this projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional setting.

  • Page 28: Auto Pc Adjustment

    To store adjustment parameters Adjustment parameters from Auto PC Adjustment can be memorized in this projector. Once parameters are memorized, the setting can be done just by selecting Mode in the PC System Menu (p.27). See “Store” on page 30.

  • Page 29: Manual Pc Adjustment

    Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-scan system of this projector. Manual PC Adjustment enables you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats. The projector has five independent memory areas to memorize those parameters manually adjusted. It allows you to recall the setting for a specific computer.
  • Page 30 Computer Input Display area H Use the Point buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Display area V Use the Point buttons to adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector. Reset To reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press the SELECT button.

  • Page 31: Image Mode Selection

    Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Dynamic For viewing pictures in a bright room. Standard Normal picture mode preset on the projector. Real Picture mode with improved halftone for graphics. Blackboard (Green) For the image projected on a blackboard.

  • Page 32: Image Adjustment

    Computer Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box.

  • Page 33: Screen Size Adjustment

    Quit Exit the Image Adjust Menu. Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon.
  • Page 34 Computer Input Custom Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. Press the SELECT button at Custom and the “Custom” is displayed on the screen for a few seconds and then the Aspect dialog box appears. Scale H/V... Adjust the Horizontal/Vertical screen scale. H&V...

  • Page 35: Video Input

    Video and then press the SELECT button to display the Source Select Menu . Move the pointer to the desired source and then press the SELECT button. When selecting Auto, the projector automatically Auto detects incoming video signal, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. The projector selects connection in the following order: 1.

  • Page 36: Input Source Selection (Component, Rgb Scart 21-Pin)

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Component, RGB Scart 21-pin) Direct Operation Choose Computer 2 by pressing the COMPUTER 2 button on the top control or press the COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below.

  • Page 37: Video System Selection

    When Video System is PAL-M or PAL-N, select system manually. PAL / SECAM / NTSC / NTSC4.43 / PAL-M / PAL-N If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a specific broadcast signal format from among PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M, and PAL-N.

  • Page 38: Image Mode Selection

    Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Dynamic For viewing pictures in a bright room. Standard Normal picture mode preset on the projector. Cinema Picture mode adjusted with fine tone. Blackboard (Green) For the image projected on a blackboard.

  • Page 39: Image Adjustment

    Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box.
  • Page 40 L1... For an active picture. L2... For a still picture. Film ... For watching a film. With this function, the projector reproduces pictures faithful to the original film quality. Reset To reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press the SELECT button.

  • Page 41: Screen Size Adjustment

    Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon.

  • Page 42: Setting

    Setting Setting This projector has Setting menu that allows you to set up the other various functions described as follows; Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon. Press the Point...
  • Page 43 After capturing the projected image, go to the Logo select function and set it to “User”. Then the captured image will be displayed when turning on the projector next time or pressing the NO SHOW button. (p.25) To capture the image, select [Yes]. To cancel the Capture function, select [No].
  • Page 44 After entering the four-digit number, move the pointer to “Set.” Press the SELECT button so that you can start to operate the projector. If you entered an incorrect Logo PIN code, “Logo PIN code” and the number (✳✳✳✳) will turn red for a moment.
  • Page 45 – When pressing the COMPUTER button or VIDEO button on the remote control. On2 ... Input search works under the following situation. – When turning on the projector by pressing the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or the remote control.
  • Page 46 ✔ Note: Be sure to turn the projector off properly (see “Turning Off the Projector” on page 20). If the projector is turned off in the incorrect sequence, the On start function does not operate properly. Lamp control This function allows you to change brightness of the screen.
  • Page 47 (Code 2). This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or video equipment at the same time. When operating the projector in “Code 2”, both the projector and the remote control must be switched to “Code 2”.
  • Page 48 This function prevents the projector from being operated by an unauthorized person and provides the following settings for security options. Off...the projector is not locked with the PIN code. On1 ...require to enter the PIN code every time turning on the projector.
  • Page 49 (p.20). L1... Normal operation L2... Slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L1), but it takes more time to cool the projector down. Fan control Choose the running speed of cooling fans from the following options.
  • Page 50 Filter counter This function is used to set a frequency for the filter cleaning. When the projector reached a specified time between cleanings, a Filter warning icon appears on the screen, notifying the cleaning is necessary. After cleaning the filter, be sure to select RESET and set the timer.

  • Page 51: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Warning Indicator The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the WARNING indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. The projector is shut down and the WARNING indicator is blinking red.

  • Page 52: Cleaning The Filter

    If a “Filter warning” icon appears on the screen, clean the filter immediately. Clean the filter by following the steps below.

  • Page 53: Slide Shutter

    Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner. Abrasive cleaners, solvents, or other harsh chemicals might scratch the surface of the cabinet. When the projector is not in use, put the projector in an appropriate carrying case to protect it from dust and scratches.

  • Page 54: Lamp Replacement

    Maintenance and Cleaning Lamp Replacement When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen and LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. Replace the lamp with a new one promptly. The timing when the LAMP REPLACE indicator should light is depending on the lamp mode.

  • Page 55: Resetting The Lamp Counter

    Additionally, check carefully to ensure that there are no broken shards or pieces of glass around the projector or coming out from the cooling air circulation holes. Any broken shards found should be cleaned up carefully. No one should check the inside of the projector except those who are authorized trained technicians and who are familiar with projector service.

  • Page 56: Appendix

    –Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described on page15-17. –Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. –When you operate the projector with a computer and it does not project an image, restart the computer. Problem: No power Image is out of focus.
  • Page 57 High voltages are used to operate this projector. Do not attempt to open the cabinet. If problems still persist after following all operating instructions, contact the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center. Give the model number and explain about the problem. We will advise you how to obtain service.

  • Page 58: Menu Tree

    Appendix Menu Tree Computer Input / Video Input Input Computer 1 Computer 2 Video Sound Sound Computer Input System ✽Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal. PC Adjust Auto PC Adj. Fine sync. Total dots Horizontal Vertical Current mode...
  • Page 59 Shut down Timer(1-30 Min) Quit On / Off Auto / High / Normal / Eco Code 1 / Code 2 Key lock Projector Remote control Quit PIN code lock PIN code lock entry Off / On1 / On2 PIN code change...

  • Page 60: Indicators And Projector Condition

    ✽ enough and the temperature returns to normal, the POWER indicator emits a red light and the projector can be turned on. (The WARNING indicator keeps blinking.) Check and clean the air filters. The projector has been cooled down enough and the temperature ✽...

  • Page 61: Compatible Computer Specifications

    Compatible Computer Specifications The projector can basically accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. ON-SCREEN H-Freq. RESOLUTION DISPLAY VGA 1 640 x 480 VGA 2 720 x 400...

  • Page 62: Technical Specifications

    Appendix Technical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight Feet Adjustment Panel Resolution LCD Panel System Panel Resolution Number of Pixels Signal Compatibility Color System High Definition TV Signal Scanning Frequency Optical Information Projection Image Size (Diagonal)

  • Page 63: Optional Parts

    Accessories Owner's Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable PIN Code Label ● The specifications are subject to change without notice. ● LCD panels are manufactured to the highest possible standards. Even though 99.99% of the pixels are effective, a tiny fraction of the pixels (0.01% or less) may be ineffective by the characteristics of the LCD panels.

  • Page 64: Configurations Of Terminals

    Appendix Configurations of Terminals COMPUTER INPUT/COMPONENT INPUT/MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) Terminal : Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) SERVICE PORT CONNECTOR Terminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN 8 7 6 Dimensions 8.9º MAX Red (R/Cr) Input / Output Green (G/Y) Input / Output Blue (B/Cb) Input / Output ----- Ground (Horiz.sync.)

  • Page 65: Pin Code Number Memo

    PIN Code Number Memo Write down the PIN code number in the column below and keep it with this manual securely. If you forgot or lost the number and unable to operate the projector, contact the service station. PIN Code Lock No.
  • Page 66 KL6A SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

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