Sanyo PLC-XT35L Owner's Manual

Sanyo PLC-XT35L Owner's Manual

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Multimedia Projector
PLC-XT35/PLC-XT35L
MODEL
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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector PLC-XT35/PLC-XT35L MODEL Owner’s Manual (*Models without lens.)
  • Page 2: Features And Design

    Compact Design ◆ This projector is designed compact in size and weight. It is easy to carry and installed anywhere you wish to use. Functionally Rich ◆ This projector has many useful functions such as lens shifting, ceiling and rear projection, perpendicular omnidirectional projection, variety of lens options, etc. Multi-use Remote Control ◆ Use the remote control as wired and wireless, or as a PC wireless mouse. Eight remote control codes and selectable pointer shapes are also available. Simple Computer System Setting ◆ The projector has the Multi-scan system to conform to almost all computer output signals quickly (p.37). Up to UXGA resolution can be accepted. Useful Functions for Presentation ◆ - Digital zoom function allows you to focus on the crucial information during a presentation (pp.15, 47). Security Function ◆ The Security function helps you to ensure security of the projector. With the Key lock function, you can lock the operation on the top control or remote control (p.59). PIN code lock functions prevents unauthorized...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Air Circulation Installing the Projector in Proper Directions Positioning Precautions...
  • Page 4: To The Owner

    WITH THIS UNIT. NOTE: This symbol and recycle system are applied only to EU countries and not applied to the countries in the other area of the world. Your SANYO product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused. This symbol means that electrical and...
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    W hen the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projector, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the projector is in safe operating condition. Voor de klanten in Nederland Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
  • Page 6: Air Circulation

    If the projector detects that the filter is clogged, a “Filter warning” icon (red) will appear on the screen and “WARNING FILTER” indicator on the top panel will blink (see below). Stop using the projector immediately and clean or replace the filter. Blocking the air vents and leaving the projector uncleaned for a long time may not only damage the projector and may require costly repairs but may also cause accidents or fire. For maintenance of the filter, refer to “Filter counter” on page 57 and “Maintenance and Filter Cleaning” on page 58. Damages to the projector caused by using an uncleaned filter or improper maintenance will void the warranty on the projector . Top Control WARNING FILTER indicator Filter warning icon (red) appears on the screen when the projector detects filter clogging.
  • 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 in upward, downward, or inclined position in perpendicular direction to the horizontal plane. When installing the projector in upwardly inclined position, install the projector bottom side up. ✔ Note: • When the image is top/bottom and left/right reversed, set the ceiling function to “On. ” (p. 45) Positioning Precautions Avoid positioning the projector as described below when installing. Do not tilt the projector more than 10˚ 10 degrees from side to side. 10˚ Do not put the projector on either side to project an image. CAUTION ON CEILING MOUNTING For ceiling mounting, you need the ceiling mount kit designed for this projector. When not mounted properly, the projector may fall, causing hazards or injury. For details, consult your dealer. The warranty on this projector does not cover any damage caused by use of any non- recommened ceiling mount kit or installation of the ceiling mount kit in an improper location. Safety Instructions 10˚ 10˚ In upward projection, do not tilt the projector over 10 degrees right and left. In downward projection, do not tilt the projector over 10 degrees right and left. 10˚ 10˚...
  • Page 8: Moving The Projector

    – Do not transport the projector by courier or any other transport service in an unsuitable transport case. 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 it is cooled enough. Cautions in Handling the Projector Do not hold the lens when lifting or moving the projector. Doing so may cause damage to the lens and the projector.
  • Page 9: Compliance

    – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Model Number(s) : PLC-XT35, PLC-XT35L Trade Name : Sanyo Responsible party : SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311 U.S.A. Telephone No. : (818)998-7322 AC Power Cord Requirement 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 10: Part Names And Functions

    Lens Release Button r Top Controls and Indicators t Maintenance Cover WARNING: FOR MAINTENANCE USE ONLy . DO NOT OPEN . y Lens Cap (for PLC-XT35) CAUTION Do not turn on the projector with the lens cap attached. High temperature from light beam may damage the lens cap and result in fire hazard. u Infrared Remote Receiver (Front) i Projection Lens (for PLC-XT35) o Adjustable Feet...
  • Page 11: Rear Terminal

    INPUT TERMINAL (DIGITAL) Connect the computer output signal (Digital DVI-D type) to this terminal. The HD (HDCP compatible) signal can also be connected (pp.20, 22). r VIDEO INPUT jACK Connect the composite video output signal from video equipment to this jack (p.21). t USB CONNECTOR (Series B) Use this connector when controlling a computer with the remote control of the projector. Connect the USB terminal of your computer to this connector with the supplied USB cable (p.20). Part Names and Functions y S-VIDEO INPUT jACK Connect the S-VIDEO output signal from video equipment to this jack (p.21). u AUDIO 3 jACKS (L(MONO)/R) Connect the audio output signal from video equipment connected to r or y to these jacks (p.21). For a mono audio signal (a single audio jack),...
  • Page 12 !1 AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT jACK (VARIABLE) This jack outputs the audio signal from computer or video equipment to external audio equipment (pp.20–22). !2 MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) This terminal outputs the video signal from computer to external video equipment (pp.20, 22). !3 CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR When controlling the projector from a computer, connect the computer to this connector with a control cable. !4 INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER (Back) The infrared remote receiver is also located in the front (pp.10, 16). ✽ RESET button A built-in micro processor which controls this unit may occasionally malfunction and need to be reset.
  • Page 13: Top Control

    Top Control q WARNING TEMP . indicator Blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range (pp.61, 68). w LAMP REPLACE indicator Lights yellow when the projection lamp reaches its end of life (pp.59, 69). e ON/STAND-By button Turn the projector on or off (pp.24–25). r INPUT button Select an input source (pp.34–35). t LENS button Enter the focus, zoom, and lens shift adjustment mode (p.30). ed7 8 (VOLUME +/–) buttons y POINT – Select an item or adjust the value in the On- Screen Menu (p.26). – Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode (p.47). – Adjust the volume level (Point (p.29). u SELECT button – Execute the selected item (p.26). – Expand or compress the image in the Digital zoom mode (p.47). i WARNING FILTER indicator – Blinks orange indicating the filter needs cleaning.
  • Page 14: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control q STAND-By button Turn the projector off (p.25). w WIRED REMOTE jack Connect the remote control cable (not supplied) to this jack when using as a wired remote control. e SIGNAL EMISSION indicator Lights red while the laser beam is being emitted from the laser light window or a signal is being sent from the remote control to the projector (p.32). r LASER LIGHT window A laser beam is emitted from here (p.32). t ON button Turn the projector on (p.24). y INPUT 1 – 3 buttons Select a input source (INPUT 1 – INPUT 3) (pp.34– 35). u AUTO PC button Automatically adjusts the computer image to its optimum setting (pp.30, 38).
  • Page 15 Remote Control !3 MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu (p.26). !4 P-TIMER button Operate the P-timer function (p.31). !5 D .ZOOM button Select the Digital zoom +/- mode and resize the image (p.47). !6 ZOOM buttons Zoom in and out the images (p.30). !7 LASER button – Operate the Laser pointer function. Laser beam is emitted while pressing this button for one minute. When using the laser pointer for more than one minute, release the LASER button and press it again (p.32). – Display the Pointer on the screen (p.32). !8 MUTE button Mute the sound (p.29). !9 RESET/ON/ALL-OFF switch When using the remote control, set this switch to “ON.
  • Page 16: Remote Control Battery Installation

    ● Use two (2) AAA or LR03 type alkaline batteries. ● Always replace batteries in sets. ● Do not use a new battery with a used battery. ● Avoid contact with water or liquid. ● Do not expose the remote control to moisture or heat. ● Do not drop the remote control. ● If the battery has leaked on the remote control, carefully wipe the case clean and install new batteries. ● Risk of an explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. ● Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Remote Control Receivers and Operating Range Point the remote control toward the projector (to Infrared Remote Receivers) when pressing the buttons. Maximum operating range for the remote control is about 16.4’ (5 m) and 60 degrees in front and rear of the projector. Infrared Remote Receivers are provided both in front and back of the projector. You can conveniently use both of the receivers (see pages 10, 52). ✔Notes: • When hanging the projector from the ceiling, select the Infrared Remote Receiver which is located farther away from the fluorescent light (p.52). Adjustable Feet Projection angle can be adjusted up to 5.0 degrees with the adjustable feet. Rotate the adjustable feet and tilt the projector to the proper height; to raise the projector, rotate the both feet clockwise. To lower the projector or to retract the adjustable feet, rotate the both feet counterclockwise. To correct keystone distortion, press the KEYSTONE button on the remote control or select Keystone from the menu (see pages 15, 31, 45). Install new batteries into the compartment. Two AAA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in the compartment.
  • Page 17: Remote Control Code

    Remote Control Code The eight different remote control codes (Code 1–Code 8) are assigned to this projector. Switching the remote control codes prevents interference from other remote controls when several projectors or video equipment next to each other are operated at the same time. Change the remote control code for the projector first before changing that for the remote control. See “Remote control” in the Setting Menu on page 52. Press and hold the MENU and a number button (1–8) for more than five seconds to switch between the codes. To initialize the remote control code, slide the RESET/ ON/ALL -OFF switch to “RESET, ” and then to “ON. ” The initial code is set to Code 1. Part Names and Functions MENU button Number buttons RESET/ON/ALL OFF Switch Press and hold the MENU and a number button (1–8) that corresponds to the remote control code for more than five seconds to switch between the codes.
  • Page 18: 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. • All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. 3.9' (1.2m) Screen Size 30” (W x H) mm 610 x 457 4:3 aspect ratio 3.9’ (1.2 m) Zoom (min.) Zoom (max.) ––––– Moving the Lens For details about the Lens shift function, refer to “Lens Shift Adjustment” on page 28. The amount of lens shift range varies depending on the lens. The figures below are for PLC-XT35. uppermost leftmost Installation (for PLC-XT35) 32.8' (10.0m) 22.0' (6.7m) 16.4' (5.0m) 10.8' (3.3m) 150” 100” 116” 78” 30” 100”...
  • Page 19: Lens Installation

    Lens Installation When replacing the lens or using an optional lens, install the lens by following the instructions below. Ask the sales dealer for detailed information of the optional lens specifications. Removing the lens Shift the lens to the center position by using the Lens shift function (see page 28). While pressing the Lens release button on the top of the cabinet, turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops and pull it out slowly from the projector. CAUTION Be careful when handling the lens. Do not drop. Attaching the lens to the projector Remove the lens mount cover. Fit the lens to the projector by aligning the red dot on the lens with the red dot of the projector. Slowly turn the lens clockwise until it clicks. Make sure that the lens is fully inserted to the projector. CAUTION Do not press the lens release button when attaching the lens. Installation Lens Release button Red dots...
  • Page 20: Connecting To A Computer (Digital And Analog Rgb)

    Audio VGA cable cable (stereo) ANALOG AUDIO ✔Notes: • When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s built- in speaker is not available. • USB cable connection is needed when operating the computer with the remote control. • See page 73 for ordering optional cables. Unplug the power cords of both the projector and external equipment from the AC outlet • USB Cable • Audio Cables (Mini Plug [stereo] x 2) Monitor Monitor Monitor Output Output Output BNC VGA DVI-Digital cable cable...
  • Page 21: Connecting To Video Equipment (Video, S-Video)

    Audio BNC cable cable (stereo) VIDEO ✔Notes: • When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s built- in speaker is not available. • The S-VIDEO jack connection overrides the VIDEO jack connection when selecting AUTO in the Input Menu (p.35). • See page 73 for ordering optional cables. Unplug the power cords of both the projector and external equipment from the AC outlet before connecting cables. • Audio Cables (Mini Plug [stereo] x 2) • BNC Cable (Video) Video and S-video audio cable cable AUDIO IN AUDIO IN VIDEO...
  • Page 22: Connecting To Video Equipment (Component And Rgb Scart)

    Output Audio Scart-VGA cable cable (stereo) ANALOG AUDIO ✔Notes: • When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s built- in speaker is not available. • See page 73 for ordering optional cables. Unplug the power cords of both the projector and external equipment from the AC outlet before connecting cables. Digital Output RGB Scart Output (HDCP 21-pin Output (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr) compatible) BNC Scart-VGA DVI-Digital...
  • Page 23: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    If you are not sure of the type of power being supplied, consult your authorized dealer or service station. Connect the projector with all peripheral equipment before turning the projector on. CAUTION For safety, unplug the AC power cord when the projector is not in use. When the projector is connected to an outlet with the AC power cord, it is in stand-by mode and consumes a little electric power. 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. If supplied the AC power cord does not match your AC outlet, contact your sales dealer. Projector side For the U .S .A . and Canada To power cord To the AC outlet . connector on your (120 V AC) projector. Connect the AC power cord (supplied) to the projector.
  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights green. Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or the ON button on the remote control. The LAMP indicator lights red and the cooling fans start to operate. The preparation display appears on the screen and the count down starts. After the countdown, the input source that was selected the last time and the lamp control status icon (see page 49) 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. Enter a PIN code Use the Point ed buttons on the top control or Number buttons on the remote control to enter a number. When using top control Use the Point ed buttons on the top control to select a number. Press the Point 8 button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to “✳. ” Repeat this step to complete entering a four-digit number. After entering the four-digit number, move the pointer to “Set. ” Press the SELECT button so that you start to operate the projector. When using remote control Press the Number buttons on the remote control to enter a number (p.15). When you complete entering a four-digit...
  • Page 25: Turning Off The Projector

    TO MAINTAIN LIFE OF THE LAMP , ONCE YOU TURN THE PROJECTOR ON, WAIT AT LEAST FIVE MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF . DO NOT UNPLUG THE AC POWER CORD WHILE THE COOLING FANS ARE RUNNING OR BEFORE THE POWER INDICATOR STOPS BLINKING. OTHERWISE IT WILL RESULT IN SHORTENING THE LAMP LIFE. DO NOT OPERATE THE PROJECTOR CONTINUOUSLY WITHOUT REST. CONTINUOUS USE MAY RESULT IN SHORTENING THE LAMP LIFE. TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR AND LET STAND FOR ABOUT AN HOUR IN EVERY 24 HOURS. ✔ 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.53). • The running speed of cooling fans is changed according to the temperature inside the projector. • Do not put the projector in a case before the projector is cooled enough. • If the WARNING T EMP . indicator blinks or all the five indicators on the top panel blink, see “Warning Indicators” on page 61. • While the POWER indicator is blinking, the lamp is being cooled down and the projector cannot be turned on. Wait until the POWER indicator stops blinking to turn on the projector again. Basic Operation “Power off?” disappears after 4 seconds.
  • Page 26: How To Operate The On-Screen Menu

    Basic Operation 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. Use the Point buttons to select a Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to select an item to in the selected menu. Press the SELECT button to show the item data. Use the Point buttons to adjust the values. To close the On-Screen Menu, press the MENU button again. ✔ Note: • The selected item is not active until the SELECT button is pressed. Top Control MENU button POINT buttons SELECT button Remote Control POINT buttons SELECT button MENU button On-Screen Menu...
  • Page 27: Menu Bar

    – Keystone – [Real] – Ceiling – <Cinema> – Rear – Image 1–4 – Normal – [True] – Wide – [ Full screen] – Custom – [ Digital zoom +/–] Basic Operation Image Adjust Setting Menu Adjust the picture Set the projector’s image (pp.42–44). operating – Contrast configurations (pp.49– – Brightness 57). – <Color> – Language – <Tint> – Logo – Color temp. – Background – White balance – Lamp control (R/G/B) – Pointer – Sharpness – Remote Control – Gamma...
  • Page 28: Operating With Projector Control

    Basic Operation Operating with Projector Control Lens Operation The following lens operation can be made with the Lens button on the top control. Press the Lens button to enter each lens operation mode. The selected adjustment display appears on the screen. Lens Shift Adjustment Display “Lens shift” on the screen. Use the Point buttons to position the screen to the desired point without having picture distortion. The screen can be moved up or down to 50 percent, or sideways up to 15 percent from the central axis of the lens shift. ✔ Note: • The arrow disappears at the maximum lens shift in each direction. Zoom Adjustment Display “Zoom” on the screen. Use the Point to zoom in and out the image. Focus Adjustment Display “Focus” on the screen. Use the Point to adjust focus of the image. Information Information display can be used to confirm the current operating condition of the projector and the signal being projected through the projector. Press the INFO. button on the top control or remote control to display the information window on the screen. To hide the information window, press the INFO. button again or Point buttons. The information window can also be selected from the menu.
  • Page 29: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment Direct Operation Volume Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the top control or on the remote control to adjust the volume. The volume dialog box appears on the screen for a few seconds. Mute Press the MUTE button on the remote control to temporarily turn off the sound. To turn the sound back on, press the MUTE button again or press the VOLUME +/– buttons. The Mute function is also effective for the AUDIO OUT jack. Menu Operation Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Sound Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item, and then press the SELECT button. Volume Press the Point button to turn up the volume; press the Point button to turn down the volume. Mute Press the Point buttons to switch the mute function On/Off. When the sound is turned off, “On” is displayed. Press the Point buttons again to turn the sound back Basic Operation Top Control VOLUME +/– buttons Remote Control VOL –...
  • Page 30: Operating With Remote Control

    Basic Operation Operating with Remote Control Using the remote control for some frequently used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to make the desired operation quickly without calling up the On-Screen Menu. FREEZE button Press the FREEZE button on the remote control to freeze the picture on the screen. To cancel the Freeze function, press the FREEZE button again or press any other button. AUTO PC button Press the AUTO PC button on the remote control to operate the Auto PC Adj. function. The computer screen adjustment can be done easily by pressing this button. See page 38 for details. INFO . button See page 28 for details. D .ZOOM button Press the D.ZOOM buttons on the remote control to enter to the Digital zoom +/– mode. See page 47 for details. SCREEN button Press the SCREEN buttons on the remote control to select the desired screen size. The selected screen size symbol appears on the screen for 4 seconds. See pages 46–48 for details. LENS SHIFT button See page 28 for details. ZOOM buttons Press the ZOOM buttons on the remote control to zoom in and out the image. FOCUS buttons Press the FOCUS buttons on the remote control to adjust focus of the image.
  • Page 31: Keystone Button

    NO SHOW button Press the NO SHOW button on the remote control to black out the image. To restore to normal, press the NO SHOW button again or press any other button. P-TIMER button Press the P-TIMER button on the remote control. The P-Timer display “00:00” appears on the screen and the countdown starts (00:00–59:59). To stop the countdown, press the P-TIMER button. To cancel the P-Timer function, press the P-TIMER button again. KEySTONE button Press the KEYSTONE button on the remote control. The “Keystone” appears on the screen. Use the Point buttons to correct keystone distortion. The keystone adjustment can be stored (see page 45). Reduce the upper width Reduce the lower width with the Point button. with the Point • The white arrows indicate that there is no correction. • A red arrow indicates the direction of correction. • An arrow disappears at the maximum correction. • If you press the KEYSTONE button on the remote control once more while the keystone dialog box is being displayed, the keystone adjustment will be canceled. “No show” disappears after 4 seconds. P-Timer display Remote Control P-TIMER button button. ✔ Note: • See the previous page for the description of other buttons.
  • Page 32: Laser Pointer Function

    Basic Operation Laser Pointer Function This remote control emits a laser beam from the laser light window. Press the LASER button to activate the laser pointer. The signal emission indicator lights red and the red laser beam is emitted. If the LASER button is pressed for more than one minute or if it is released, the laser light goes off. The laser emitted is a Class II laser. Do not look into the laser light window or point the laser beam at yourself or other people. The following is the caution label for the laser beam. CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Never look directly into the laser light window while a laser is emitted, otherwise eye damage may result. Signal Emission Indicator Laser Light Window Pointer Function You can move the Spotlight or Pointer of the projector with the remote control to emphasize a part of the projected image. Press and hold the MENU and NO SHOW buttons for more than 10 seconds to activate the Pointer function. (The Laser pointer has switched to the Pointer function.) Press the LASER button on the remote control pointing toward the projector. The Spotlight or Pointer is displayed on the screen with the LASER button lighting green. Then move the Spotlight or Pointer with the PRESENTATION POINTER button. If the LASER button does not light green and continues to emit a laser beam, try the abovementioned procedure until the LASER button lights green. To clear the Spotlight or Pointer out the screen, press the LASER button pointing toward the projector and see if the LASER button lighting is turned off. To switch to the Laser pointer again, press and hold the NO SHOW and MENU buttons for more than 10 seconds or slide the RESET/ON/ALL-OFF switch to “RESET” and then to “ON” . When you reset the Pointer function, the remote control code will be reset, as well. Spotlight ✔...
  • Page 33: Wireless Mouse Operation

    Wireless Mouse Operation The remote control can be used as a wireless mouse for your computer. Before operating the wireless mouse, connect your computer and the projector with the supplied USB cable (p. 20). When the Pointer function is used, the wireless mouse is not available. When a USB cable is connected to the computer and the projector, turn on the projector first, then the computer. If you turn on the computer first, the wireless mouse function may not operate properly. Basic Operation PRESENTATION POINTER button Move the pointer on the screen with this button. R-CLICK button Acts as right (click) mouse button while the projector and a computer are connected with a USB cable. L-CLICK button Acts as left (click) mouse button while the projector and a computer are connected with a USB cable.
  • Page 34: Input Selection

    Input Remote Control Remote Control Operation Press the INPUT 1, INPUT 2, or INPUT 3 buttons on the remote control. The input source appears on the screen as you press each button. Select the connected input source. Top Control Top Control Operation Press the INPUT button on the top control. It switches to INPUT 1, INPUT 2, and INPUT 3 as you press the INPUT button. Before using the INPUT button on the top control, you must select a correct input source by On-Screen Menu and the latest input source will be displayed. Input Selection Remote Control button operation INPUT buttons INPUT button RGB (Scart) RGB (PC digital) RGB (AV HDCP) Video Component Video S-video...
  • Page 35: Input Source Selection

    When the RGB PC (digital) signal is RGB (PC digital) connected. When the HDCP video signal is RGB (AV HDCP) connected. INPUT  When the RGB PC signal is connected. When the RGB video signal is Video connected. When the component signal is Component* connected. * I f the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a system manually (see “Video System Selection” on page 36). INPUT 3 When selecting Auto, the projector Auto automatically detects an incoming video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. The projector selects the connection in the following order: 1. S-video 2. Video When the video signal is connected. Video* When the S-video signal is connected. S-video* * I f the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a system manually (see “Video System Selection” on page 36).
  • Page 36: Video System Selection

    Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point frame pointer to the AV System Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the desired system and then press the SELECT button. Video or S-Video Auto The projector automatically detects an incoming video system, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. When Video System is PAL-M or PAL-N, select the 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. Component...
  • Page 37: Computer Adjustment

    Computer Adjustment 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 a computer is selected as a signal source, this projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional settings. (Signal formats provided in this projector are shown on pages 70–71.) One of the following messages may appear when: The projector cannot recognize the connected Auto signal conforming to the provided PC Systems. The “Auto” is displayed on the System Menu box and the Auto PC Adjustment function works to display proper images. If the image is not projected properly, a manual adjustment is required (pp.40–41). There is no signal input from the computer. ----- Check the connection between your computer and the projector. (See “Troubleshooting” on page 69.) The preset system is manually adjusted in the Mode 1 PC Adjust Menu. The adjusted data can be stored in Mode 1–10 (pp.39–40). PC Systems provided in this projector is chosen. SVGA 1 The projector chooses a proper system provided in the projector and displays it. *Mode 1 and SVGA 1 are examples. Selecting Computer System Manually PC system can also be selected manually. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC System Menu icon.
  • Page 38: Auto Pc Adjustment

    Direct Operation The Auto PC adjustment function can be operated directly by pressing the AUTO PC button on the remote control. Menu Operation Auto PC Adj . Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point frame pointer to the PC Adjust Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to Auto PC Adj. and then press the SELECT button twice. To store adjustment parameters The adjusted parameters from the Auto PC Adjustment can be stored in the projector. Once the parameters are stored, the setting can be done just by selecting a Mode (1–10) in the PC System Menu (see page 37). See also “Store” on page 40. ✔ Notes: • Fine sync, T otal dots, Horizontal and Vertical position of some computers cannot be fully adjusted with the Auto PC Adjustment function. When the image is not provided properly with this operation, manual adjustments are required (pp.39–40). • The Auto PC Adjustment cannot be operated when 480i, 575i, 480p, 575p, 720p,1035i, or 1080i is selected in the PC System Menu (p.37), or when the signal is coming from the DVI-terminal.
  • Page 39: 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 10 independent memory areas to store those parameters manually adjusted. It allows you to recall the setting for a specific computer. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC 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. Use the Point buttons to adjust the setting value. Fine sync Use the Point buttons to adjust the value, eliminating a flicker from the image displayed (from 0 to 31). Total dots Use the Point buttons to adjust the number of total dots in one horizontal period to match your PC image. Horizontal Use the Point buttons to adjust the horizontal picture position. Vertical Use the Point buttons to adjust the vertical picture position. Current mode Press the SELECT button to show H-sync freq. and V-sync freq. of the connected computer. Clamp Use the Point buttons to adjust the clamp level. When the image has dark bars, try this adjustment.
  • Page 40 Computer Adjustment 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. A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes]. All adjustments will return to their previous figures. Mode free To clear the stored data, select Mode free and then press the SELECT button. Move the red arrow pointer to the Mode that you want to clear and then press the SELECT button. Store To store the adjusted data, select Store and then press the SELECT button. Move the red arrow pointer to one of the Modes 1 to 10 in which you want to store, and then press the SELECT button. Quit Exit the PC Adjust Menu. ✔ Notes: • Display area (H/V) cannot be selected when 480i, 575i, 480p, 575p, 720p, 1035i, or 1080i is selected in the PC System Menu (p.37). • PC Adjust Menu cannot be selected when Input 1[RGB (PC digital)] is selected in the Input Menu (p.35). Move the red frame pointer to the desired item and press the SELECT button.
  • Page 41: Image Level Selection

    Image Level Selection Image Level Selection Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired image level and then press the SELECT button. Dynamic For viewing pictures in a bright room. Standard Normal picture mode preset on the projector. Real Picture mode with improved halftone for graphics. (This icon is displayed with the computer signal.) Cinema Picture mode adjusted with fine tone. (This icon is displayed with the video signal.) Image 1–4 For viewing with the user preset image level in the Image Adjust Menu (see page 44). Image Menu icon Image Menu Move the red frame pointer to the desired image level and press the SELECT button. This will change to Cinema mode icon with the video signal input. The selected image level is check marked.
  • Page 42: Image Adjustment

    Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use 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. Use the Point buttons to adjust the setting value. Contrast Press the Point button to decrease the contrast; press the Point button to increase the contrast (from 0 to 63). Brightness Press the Point button to decrease the brightness; press the Point button to increase the brightness (from 0 to 63). Color Press the Point button decrease the intensity of the color; press the Point button increase the intensity of the color (from 0 to 63). Tint Press the Point buttons to adjust the tint value to get a proper color balance (from 0 to 63). Color temp . Use the Point buttons to select the desired Color temp. level (High, Mid, Low, or XLow). White balance (Red) Press the Point button to lighten red tone; press the Point button to deepen red tone (from 0 to 63).
  • Page 43 Sharpness Press the Point button to decrease the sharpness of the image; press the Point button to increase the sharpness of the image (from 0 to 15). Gamma Use the Point buttons to adjust the gamma value to obtain a better balance of contrast (from 0 to 15). Noise reduction Noise interference on the screen can be reduced. Select one of the following options to get smoother images. Off ... Disabled. L1 ... Lower reduction L2 ... Higher reduction Progressive An interlaced video signal can be displayed in progressive mode. Select one of the following options. Off ... Disabled. 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. ✔ Notes: • Noise reduction and Progressive cannot be selected when 480p, 575p, 720p, 1035i, or 1080i is selected (p.36). • Reset and Store icons will be displayed when more than one adjustment is made. Image Adjustment...
  • Page 44 Image Adjustment Reset To reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes]. All adjustments will return to their previous figures. Store To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Use the Point one from Image 1 to 4 and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes]. Stored data can be called up by selecting an “Image (1–4)” in the Image Level Selection on page 41. Quit Exit the Image Adjust Menu. buttons to select Image Level Menu Move the red frame pointer to an image item to be set and then press the SELECT button. Store icon A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes].
  • Page 45: Screen Adjustment

    SELECT button. Keystone This function is used to store or reset the keystone correction when the AC power cord is unplugged. Use the Point buttons to switch between each option. Store ... Keep the keystone correction even when the AC power cord is unplugged. Reset ... Release the keystone correction when the AC power cord is unplugged. To correct keystone distortion, press the SELECT button. The “Keystone” appears on the screen. Use the Point buttons to correct keystone distortion. (p.31) Ceiling When this function is set to “On, ” the picture is top/bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling-mounted projector. Rear When this function is set to “On, ” the picture is left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from the rear of the screen. Screen Adjustment Screen Menu Keystone Ceiling Rear Screen Menu icon Move the red frame pointer to the desired function and press the SELECT button. Use the Point buttons to select...
  • Page 46: Screen Size Adjustment (Computer Signals)

    Screen Adjustment Screen Size Adjustment (Computer Signals) Select the desired screen size that conforms to the input signal source. Normal Provide the image to fit the screen size. True Provide the image in its original size. When the original image size is larger than the screen size (1024 x 768), the projector enters to the panning mode automatically. Use the Point ed7 8 buttons to pan the image. When adjusted, the arrows will turn red. When reached to the correction limits, the arrows will disappear. Wide Provide the image to fit the wide video aspect ratio (16:9) by expanding the image width uniformly. This function can be used for providing a squeezed video signal at 16:9. Full screen Provide the full screen image. 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 ... When set to “On, ” the aspect ratio is fixed. The “Scale V” appears dimmed and becomes unavailable. Adjust “Scale H, ” then the screen scale is automatically modified based on the aspect ratio.
  • Page 47 8 image. The Panning function can work only when the image is larger than the screen size. You can also enter the Digital zoom + mode by pressing the D.ZOOM button on the remote control. Digital zoom – Select Digital zoom –. The On-Screen Menu disappears and “D. zoom –” appears. Press the SELECT button to compress image size. You can also enter the Digital zoom - mode by pressing the D.ZOOM button on the remote control. To exit the Digital zoom +/– mode, press any button except the D.ZOOM, SELECT, and Point buttons. To return to the previous screen size, select a screen size from the Screen Menu or select an input source from the Input Menu (p.35) again, or adjust the screen size with the D.ZOOM buttons on the remote control. ✔ Notes: • The projector cannot display any resolution higher than 1600 x 1200. If your computer’s screen resolution is buttons to pan the higher than that, lower the resolution before connecting to the projector. • The image data other than 1024 x 768 is modified to fit the screen size in initial mode. • True, Full screen, and Digital zoom +/– cannot be selected when 480i, 575i, 480p, or 575p is selected in the PC System Menu (p.37). • The panning function may not be operated properly if the stored Mode in the PC Adjust Menu is used (pp.38– 40). • The minimum compression ratio can be limited depending on the input signal or when the Keystone function is working.
  • Page 48: Screen Size Adjustment (Video, Component Signals) 4

    Screen Adjustment Screen Size Adjustment (Video, Component Signals) Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired function and then press the SELECT button. Normal Provide the image at the 4:3 normal video aspect ratio. Wide Provide the image at the 16:9 wide screen ratio. 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 ... When set to “On, ” the aspect ratio is fixed. The “Scale V” appears dimmed and becomes unavailable. Adjust “Scale H, ” then the screen scale is automatically modified based on the aspect ratio. Position H/V ... Adjust the Horizontal/Vertical screen position. Common .. Save the adjusted scale to all the inputs. Press the SELECT button at Common to display a confirmation box. To save the scale, press the SELECT button at “Yes.
  • Page 49: Setting

    Setting This projector has a Setting menu that allows you to set up the other various functions described below. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button. The Setting dialog box appears. Language The language used in the On-Screen Menu is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Background The selected background screen will be displayed when no input signal is detected. Blue ... Project a blue background User ... Project an image selected in the Logo setting. Black ... Project a black background ✔ Note: • When no captured image is set, the “User” options is not available. Lamp control This function allows you to change brightness of the screen. Auto 1 ..The brightness according to the input signal (between Normal and Eco mode). Auto 2 ..The brightness according to the input signal (between High and Eco mode). High ..Brighter than the Normal mode. Normal ..Normal brightness E co 1 ... Lower brightness and Fan speed decrease.
  • Page 50 Logo select This function decides on the starting-up display from among following options. User ... Show the image you captured Default ... Show the factory-set logo Off ... Show the countdown display only Capture This function enables you to capture an image being projected to use it for a starting-up display or interval of presentations. Select Capture and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and select [Yes] to capture the projected image. After capturing the projected image, go to the Logo select function and set it to “User” . Then the captured image will be displayed the next time you turn on the projector or when you press the NO SHOW button (see page 31). To cancel the Capture function, select [No]. ✔ Notes: • Before capturing an image, select “Standard” in the Image Menu to capture a proper image (p.41). • A signal from a computer can be captured up to XGA (1024 x 768). A signal from video equipment can be captured except for 720p, 1035i, and 1080i. • When capturing the image that has been adjusted by the Keystone function, the adjusted data is automatically reset and the projector captures an image without keystone correction. • When the Logo PIN code lock function is set to “On, ” the Capture function cannot be selected. • When starting to capture a new image, the previously stored image is cleared even if you cancel the capturing.
  • Page 51 Logo PIN code lock This function prevents an unauthorized person from changing the screen logo. Off ... The screen logo can be changed freely from the Logo Menu (p.54). On .. The screen logo cannot be changed without a Logo PIN code. If you want to change the Logo PIN code lock setting, press the SELECT button and the Logo PIN code dialog box appears. Enter a Logo PIN code by following the steps below. The initial Logo PIN code is set to “4321” at the factory. Enter a Logo PIN code Use the Point ed buttons on the top control or Number buttons on the remote control to enter a number. When using top control Use the Point ed buttons on the top control to select a number. Press the Point 8 button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to “✳. ” Repeat this step to complete entering a four-digit number. After entering the four-digit number, move the pointer to “Set. ” Press the SELECT button so that you can change the Logo PIN code lock setting.
  • Page 52 Setting Remote control The eight different remote control codes (Code 1–Code 8) are assigned to the projector; the factory-set, initial code (Code 1) and the other seven codes (Code 2 to Code 8). The same code should set on both the projector and the remote control. For example, operating the projector in “Code 7” , the remote control code also must be switched to “Code 7” . To change the code for the projector Select a remote control code in this Setting Menu. To change the code for the remote control: Press and hold the MENU button and a number button (1–8) on the remote control for more than five seconds to switch between the codes. (See page 17 for details.) RC sensor Select a location of the infrared remote receiver of the remote control. See “Remote Control Operating Range” on page 16 for details. Both ... Activate both the front and back receiver. Front ... Activate only the front receiver. Back ... Activate only the back receiver. Display This function decides whether to display On-Screen Displays.
  • Page 53 Select one of the following options: Ready .. When the lamp has been fully cooled down, the POWER indicator changes to fast blinking. In this condition, the projection lamp can be turned on if the input signal is reconnected or any button on the top control or remote control is pressed. Shut down ... When the lamp has been fully cooled down, the power will be turned off. Off ... Power management function is off. ✔ Note: • Factory default is “Ready: 5 min. ” On start When this function is set to “On, ” the projector will be automatically turned on just by connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. ✔ Note: • Be sure to turn off the projector properly (see “Turning Off the Projector” on page 25). If the projector is turned off in the incorrect sequence, the On start function does not work properly. Power management Time left before the lamp is off. Press the SELECT button at Power management and this dialog box appears. Use the Point buttons to choose one of the three options.
  • Page 54 Setting Fan control This function is used to set the cooling fans’ operation to the projector’s setting environment. Set this function properly in accordance with the projector’s installation method. Otherwise, the cooling fans will not work properly and that causes malfunctions of the projector and decreases the lamp life. Slant Select the projector’s installation condition from the following options: Off ... When using the projector within the range of the upward/ downward inclination of 20 degrees to the horizontal plane. L1 ... When using the projector within the range of the upward inclination of over 20 degrees to the horizontal plane. L2 ... When using the projector with downward inclination of over 20 degrees to the horizontal plane. Highland Set this function according to the ground elevation under which you use the projector. When using the projector in high altitudes (about 1,200 meters or more above the sea level) where the fans have less cooling effect, set this function to “On. ” When “On” is selected, a confirmation box appears. If “Yes” is selected, “Please wait... ” message appears for about 90 seconds and Highland will be set to “On. ” If “No” is selected, Highland is set to “Off. ” Security (Key lock and PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to use the Key lock and PIN code lock function to set the security for the projector operation.
  • Page 55 PIN code lock This function prevents the projector from being operated by unauthorized persons and provides the following setting options for security. Off ... Unlocked. On1 .. Enter the PIN code every time turning on the projector. On2 .. Enter the PIN code to operate the projector once the power cord is disconnected; as long as the AC power cord is connected, the projector can be operated without a PIN code. Whenever you change the PIN code lock setting or the PIN code (the four-digit number), you are required to enter the PIN code. The “1234” is set as the initial PIN code at the factory. If you want to change the PIN code lock setting, Press the SELECT button and the PIN code dialog box appears. Enter a PIN code by following the steps below. Enter a PIN code Use the Point ed buttons on the top control or Number buttons on the remote control to enter a number. When using top control Use the Point ed buttons on the top control to select a number. Press the Point 8 button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number...
  • Page 56 CODE, WRITE DOWN THE NEW PIN CODE IN COLUMN OF THE PIN CODE NO . MEMO ON PAGE 76, AND KEEP IT SECURELy . IF yOU FORGET yOUR PIN CODE, THE PROjECTOR CAN NO LONGER BE STARTED . This icon appears on the screen when the end of lamp life is approaching.
  • Page 57 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 (yellow) appears on the screen and the WARNING FILTER indicator lights orange, notifying the cleaning is necessary. After cleaning the filter, be sure to select RESET and set the timer. The WARNING FILTER indicator and Filter warning icon will not turn off until the filter counter is reset. For details about resetting the timer, refer to “Resetting the Filter Counter” on page 58. Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the user logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, lamp counter, and filter counter to the factory default settings. Quit Exit the Setting Menu. Filter counter Use the Point buttons to set the timer. Select from (Off/100H/ 200H/300H) depending on the use environment. Filter warning icon (yellow) appears on the screen at a set time. ✔ Note: • The Filter warning icon (yellow) will not appear when the Display function is set to “Off” (p.52), during “Freeze” (p.30), or “No show” (p.31). Factory default Select Factory default and this box appears. Select [Yes], and the next box appears. Select [Yes] to activate it.
  • Page 58: Maintenance And Filter Cleaning

    Maintenance and Filter Cleaning Cleaning the Filter Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filter becomes clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildup and adversely affect the life of the projector. If a “Filter warning” icon (yellow or red) appears on the screen and the WARNING FILTER indicator lights or blinks, clean the filter immediately. Clean the filter by following the steps below. Turn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. First, clean up the dust on the projector and around the air vents. Pull out the filter cover from the projector and then remove the filter. Gently clean the filter by using a brush or blower. WARNING: Do not wash the filter with water and any other liquid matter . Otherwise the filter may be damaged . Reinstall the filter into the projector properly. Reset the filter counter in the Setting Menu. See “Resetting the Filter Counter” below.
  • Page 59: Lamp Replacement

    ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering, give the following information to the dealer. Model No . of your projector ● Replacement Lamp Type No . ● Maintenance and Filter Cleaning Top Control Lamp replacement icon CAUTION For continued safety, replace with a lamp of the same type lamp. Do not drop the lamp or touch the glass bulb! The glass can shatter and may cause injury. Lamp cover : PLC-XT35, PLC-XT35L : POA-LMP116 (Service Parts No. 610 335 8093) LAMP REPLACE indicator Screw Handle Screws...
  • Page 60: Resetting The Lamp Counter

    IF A LAMP EXPLODES, THE FOLLOWING SAFETy PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN . If a lamp explodes, disconnect the projector’s AC plug from the AC outlet immediately. Contact an authorized service station for a checkup of the unit and replacement of the lamp. 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...
  • Page 61: Warning Indicators

    ✔ Note: • The WARNING T EMP . indicator continues to blink even after the temperature inside the projector returns to normal. When the projector is turned on again, the WARNING T EMP . indicator stops blinking. Then check the matters below: – Did you provide appropriate space for the projector to be ventilated? Check the installing condition to see if the air vents of the projector are not blocked. – Has the projector been installed near an Air-Conditioning/ Heating Duct or Vent? Move the installation of the projector away from the duct or vent. – Is the filter clean? Clean the filter periodically or replace it with a new one. The projector is shut down and all five indicators are blinking. When the projector detects an abnormal condition, it will be automatically shut down to protect the inside of the projector and all five indicators on the top panel blink. In...
  • Page 62: Cleaning The Projection Lens

    Maintenance and Filter Cleaning Cleaning the Projection Lens Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning. Gently wipe the projection lens with a cleaning cloth that contains a small amount of non-abrasive camera lens cleaner, or use a lens cleaning paper or commercially available air blower to clean the lens. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner. Abrasive cleaners, solvents, or other harsh chemicals might scratch the surface of the lens. When the projector is not in use, replace the lens cap. Cleaning the Projector Cabinet Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning. Gently wipe the projector body with a soft dry cleaning cloth. When the cabinet is heavily soiled, use a small amount of mild detergent and finish with a soft dry cleaning cloth. 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 63: Appendix

    Troubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again. – M ake sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described on pages 20–22. – M ake sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. – W hen the projector does not project an image from the connected computer, restart the computer. Problem: No power PIN code dialog box appears at start-up . The initial display is not shown . The initial display is not same with – Make sure "User" or "Off" are not chosen at Logo function. See page 50. the default one .
  • Page 64 Image disappears automatically off and wait until condensation evaporates. – Projecting from the excessive slant angle to the screen may cause keystone distortion and partial imperfect focus. See page 18. – Check if "Contrast" or "Brightness" are adjusted properly See page 42. – Check if "Image level" is selected properly See page 41. – Check the LAMP REPLACE indicator. If it lights, the end of lamp life is approaching. Replace the lamp with a new one promptly. See pages 59-60, 69. – Check the Lamp control function See page 49. – Check the Input signal, color system, video system, or computer system mode. – Adjust the Image level properly. See page 41. – Check the Ceiling/Rear function. See page 45. – Check the Ceiling function. See page 45. – Check the "PC Adjustment" menu or "Screen" menu and adjust them. See page 37-40, 45-47 . – With maximum lens shift, image distortion may be observed. – Check the audio cable connection from audio input source. – Adjust the audio source. – Press the Volume + button. See page 29. – Press the Mute button. See page 29. – When the AUDIO OUT is plugged in, the projector's built-in speaker is not available. – Is the image projected? You will hear the sound only when the image is projected. – Check the Input signal. Auto PC Adjustment function can not work. when 480p, 575p, 720p, 480i, 575i, 1035i, or 1080i is selected. See page 38. – The Auto adj. icon turns gray and cannot be operated with the digital signals. See page 38. – Check the Display function. See page 52. cannot be stored if not registered with "Store." – Power management function cannot work while "Freeze" or "No Show" function is running. – Check the power mamagement function in the Setting. The power management is set to “On” at the factory.
  • Page 65 Unable to unlock the Logo PIN code lock, Security key lock or Security PIN code lock . WARNING : 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. Specify the model number and explain about the problem. We will advise you how to obtain service. The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC).
  • Page 66: Menu Tree

    Appendix Menu Tree Input Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 SySTEM Mode 1 Mode 2 XGA 1 - - - - Sound Volume Mute Quit Image ✔ Note: • The Menu display varies depending on the input signal. RGB (PC Analog) RGB (Scart) RGB (PC Digital) RGB (AV HDCP) Quit Video Component Quit Auto Video S-video Quit SySTEM Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i Information 0–63...
  • Page 67 Auto 1 Auto 2 High Normal Eco 1 Eco 2 Spotlight/Pointer Quit Code 1–Code 8 Both/Front/Back On/Countdown off/Off Off/Ready/Shutdown Timer (1–30 Min) Quit On/Off Slant Off/L1/L2 Highland On/Off Key lock Projector (all) Projector (part) Remote control (all) Remote control (part) PIN code lock Off/On 1/On 2 PIN code change Quit 8 test patterns provided Quit Hour(s) Reset Yes/No Quit Hour(s) Off/100H/200H/300H Reset Yes/No Quit Yes/No...
  • Page 68: Indicators And Projector Condition

    Appendix Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for the projector condition. WARNING TEMP . indicator Indicators WARNING POWER LAMP green POWER, LAMP , WARNING TEMP ., WARNING FILTER, and LAMP REPLACE indicators are blinking all together. • • • lighting Projector Condition TEMP . The projector is off. (The AC power cord is unplugged.) The projector is in stand-by mode. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn on the projector. The projector is operating normally. The projector is in the Power management mode. The projector is preparing for stand-by or the projection lamp is being cooled down. The projector cannot be turned on until cooling is completed and the POWER indicator stops blinking. The temperature inside the projector is abnormally high. The projector cannot be turned on. When the projector is cooled down enough and the temperature returns to normal, the POWER indicator stops blinking and the projector can be turned on. (The WARNING TEMP . indicator keeps blinking.) Check and clean the filter. The projector has been cooled down enough and the temperature returns to normal. When turning on the projector, the WARNING...
  • Page 69 WARNING FILTER indicator and Filter warning icon will not be turned off until the filter is cleaned or replaced by a new one. LAMP REPLACE indicator Indicators LAMP POWER LAMP REPLACE green yellow – – * W hen the projection lamp reaches its end of life, the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. When this indicator lights yellow, replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly. Reset the lamp counter after replacing the lamp. See pages 59–60. Projector Condition The filter is clogged. Stop using the projector immediately and clean or replace the filter (see below). The Filter counter reached a set time. Clean or replace the filter as soon as possible. Filter warning icon (red) appears on the screen when the projector detects filter clogging. ✔ Note: • The Filter warning icon (red) will not appear during “Freeze” (p.30), or “No show” (p.31). Projector Condition The lamp cannot light up. (The projector is preparing for stand-by or the projection lamp is being cooled down. The projector cannot be turned on until cooling is completed.) The lamp cannot light up. (The lamp has been cooled down enough and the projector is in stand-by mode and ready to be turned on with the ON/STAND-BY button.)
  • Page 70: Compatible Computer Specifications

    Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V- and H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. PC Adjustment is limited when selecting these modes. ON-SCREEN RESOLUTION DISPLAy VGA 1 640x480 VGA 2 720x400 VGA 3 640x400 VGA 4 640x480 VGA 5 640x480 VGA 6 640x480 VGA 7 640x480 MAC LC13 640x480 MAC 13 640x480 480p 640x480 575p 768x575 575i 768x576 480i 640x480 SVGA 1 800x600 SVGA 2 800x600 SVGA 3 800x600...
  • Page 71 When an input signal is digital from the DVI terminal, refer to the chart below. PC Adjust Menu cannot be selected when Input 1 [RGB (PC digital)] is selected in the Input Menu. ON-SCREEN H-Freq . RESOLUTION DISPLAy (kHz) D-VGA 640x480 31.470 D-480p 720x480 31.470 D-575p 768x575 31.250 D-SVGA 800x600 37 .879 D-XGA 1024x768 43.363 D-WXGA 1 1366x768 48.360 D-WXGA 2 1360x768 47 .700 D-WXGA 3 1376x768 48.360 D-WXGA 4 1360x768 56.160 D-WXGA 5 1366x768 46.500 ✔...
  • Page 72: 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) Throw Distance Projection Lens Projection Lamp Interface Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 AUDIO IN Analog Out Audio Out R/C Jack Control Port USB Connector Option Audio Internal Audio Amp Built-in Speaker Power Voltage and Power Consumption...
  • Page 73: Optional Parts

    Accessories Owner’s Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable USB Cable Control Cable Lens Cap (for PLC-XT35) Lens Mount Cover (for PLC-XT35L) 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. Optional Parts The parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, specify the item name and Model No. to the sales dealer. Long Zoom Lens Short Fixed Lens Standard Lens Long Zoom Lens Short Zoom Lens Pj-Net Organizer Plus II Pj-Net Organizer Plus IIC Model No.
  • Page 74: Pj Link Notice

    Appendix PJ Link Notice This projector is compliant with PJLink Standard Class 1 of JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association). The projector supports all commands defined by PJLink Class 1 and is verified conformance with PJLink Standard Class 1. Projector Input RGB (PC Analog) Input 1 RGB (Scart) RGB (PC Digital) RGB (AV HDCP) Input 2 Video Component Auto Input 3 Video S-video Network Input 4 PJLink is a registered trademark of JBMIA and pending trademark in some countries. PJLink Input Parameter RGB 1 RGB 2 DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2 RGB 3 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 NETWORK 1...
  • Page 75: Configurations Of Terminals

    Configurations of Terminals INPUT 1/ANALOG OUT Terminal: Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) DVI-D TERMINAL (DIGITAL) USB CONNECTOR (Series B) - Data + Data Ground CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR Terminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN R X D ----- 8 7 6 ----- Red (R/Cr) Input/Output Green (G/Y) Input/Output Blue (B/Cb) Input/Output ----- Ground (Horiz.sync.) Ground (Red) Ground (Green) Ground (Blue)
  • Page 76: Pin Code Number Memo

    Appendix 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 . Logo PIN Code Lock No . While the projector is locked with the PIN code... Put the label below (supplied) on in a prominent place of the projector’s body while it is locked with a PIN code. Factory default set No: 1 2 3 4* Factory default set No: 4 3 2 1* * S hould the four-digit number be changed, the factory set number will be invalid.
  • Page 77: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions 13.7 (348.1) Unit: inch (mm) 5º MAX 1.65 (41.9) 11.10 (282) Screw Holes for Ceiling Mount Screw: M6 Depth: 0.393 (10.0) 7.87 (200)
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