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DATA PROJECTOR U4-136/U4-131 U4-112/U4-111 User’s Manual U4-131/U4-111 * DLP™ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital Micromirror Device) are registered trademarks of Texas Instru- ments Incorporated (U.S.A.). * DMD is an ultra-precise part developed by Texas Instruments (U.S.A.) which takes the place of liquid crystal (in the projector).
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. DOC Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula- tions. PLUS Vision Corp. of America 9610 SW Sunshine Court Suite 800 Beaverton, OR 97005 (503) 748 8700...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your PLUS Data Projector and keep the manual handy for future reference. This User’s Manual is applicable to the following models: U4-136, U4-131, U4-112, and U4-111. Depending on your projector model, the resolution may differ and the optical zoom function or PC Card Viewer function may or may not be included.
Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver into the unit. If something should fall into the unit, immediately disconnect the power cable from the unit and have the object removed by a qualified PLUS service person. • Do not place any liquids on top of the unit.
Digital/analog RGB input by using a DVI cable to connect the projector with a personal computer equipped with a DVI connector. This will allow fully digital pictures to be enjoyed. Econo-mode switch function for the lamp output Using the lamp Econo-mode will extend the life of the lamp and lower the power consumption.
The Procedure Up to Projecting to the Screen ... E-13 Placement Guide ... E-14 U4-136 Screen Size and Projection Distance ... E-14 U4-112 Screen Size and Projection Distance ... E-15 U4-131 Screen Size and Projection Distance ... E-16 U4-111 Screen Size and Projection Distance ... E-17 Connecting Personal Computers and Video Equipment ...
Remove the main unit and the accessories from the box and check that the following items are included. Remote control (includes one button battery) [1] This controls the projector. Please remove the transportation insulation sheet at time of purchase. (See Page E-12.) DVI / Mini D-sub 15-pin conversion cable (2 m / 6.6 feet) [1]...
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HOW TO PUT THE PROJECTOR INTO THE CARRYING CASE Close the lens shutter or lens cap before putting the pro- jector in its case, then fasten the projector in place with the Velcro belt. Place the accessories in the storage pocket.
Opening the lens shutter Slide the lens shutter lever to the left. The lens shutter opens. When the projector is not in use, slide the le- ver to the right to close the lens shutter and protect the lens. Zoom ring [E-27] Front adjuster button [E-28] (There is also one on the right side.)
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STANDBY indicator [E-24, 70] SELECT LM buttons AUTO button [E-29] ENTER button QUICK MENU button [E-35] Remote control sensor [E-12] Applicable Projector: U4-136 These features used with CompactFlash Cards [E-66] Built-in security slot - C A (See description below.) Ventilation slots...
ASPECT AUTO ENTER ZOOM E-11 ECO button [E-31] (Selection of lamp mode) Applicable Projector: U4-136 PC-CARD button [E-67] (Selects the PC Card Viewer) Buttons used for input selection [E-29] PC button, VIDEO button and S- VIDEO button AUTO button [E-29]...
20° 20° * The position of the remote control sensor at the front of the main unit will differ depending on the projector model. Remove the old battery and in- stall a new button battery with (+) side facing upward in the battery holder.
When making connections with the video equipment’s YCbCr connector or YPbPr connector, see “Connections with Component Signals” on Page E-22. When playing the audio through the built-in speaker of the projector, see “Connections with the AUDIO Jack” on Page E-23.
U4-136 Screen Size and Projection Distance • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required.
U4-112 Screen Size and Projection Distance • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required.
U4-131 Screen Size and Projection Distance • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required.
U4-111 Screen Size and Projection Distance • Use this information as a guide to find out about the screen size when the projector is placed at a certain location, or to find out the approximate size of a screen that will be required.
• The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Digital” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] → [PC].
When making connections with the DVI connector of the projector, please make the connection via the supplied DVI/mini D- Sub 15-pin conversion cable. The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Analog RGB” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] → [PC].
Should a sign not be output from the notebook computer, please try the operation described below. For an IBM PC/AT compatible computer, press the [Fn] key plus any one of the [F1] to [F12] keys. (See the table below.) Manufacturer...
Video Equipment with VIDEO Connectors • The input setting of the VIDEO connector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if the projector does not project, please change the input setting to “Your Country’s Television Broadcast System” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] →...
When the Video Equipment Has a YCbCr Connector or YPbPr Connector • The projector has been set to “Auto” at the factory; however, if it does not project, please change the input setting to “Compo- nent” using the menu sequence of [Setup] → [Input Format] → [PC].
Connections with the AUDIO Jack * Make the connection to the projector’s AUDIO jack using the supplied audio cable. When the audio jack of the equipment that is to be connected is of the RCA phono type, make connection via the supplied audio conversion cable.
Switch on the power of the connected equipment Note: • When the power plug will be unplugged from the power outlet, please place the projector near the power outlet so that it may be reached easily. • Press the STANDBY button or the STANDBY ON button after the STANDBY indicator is lit in amber.
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The first time the power is switched on after purchase, [Menu Lan- guage Select] will be displayed. Follow the procedure described be- low and select the display language of the projector. If the image is blurred, turn the focus ring counterclockwise or clock- wise to focus it.
STANDBY The [Power Off] display appears. When the level gauge reaches maximum, the projection screen will go off (in about 5 seconds) and the projector will enter the power-off op- eration. Note * The operation can be cancelled by pressing a button other than the STANDBY button.
Applicable Projector: U4-136/U4-112 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the screen size of the projection image. Adjust the image to match the desired screen size. When outside of the adjustment range, move the projector to the rear or forward. Adjust the projection image to the screen.
Make adjustments so that there is no rattling. Note: When the projector has a suspended or rear installation is used, the orientation of the projection will need to be changed. Please see “Vertical Flip” on Page E-48. Focus ring...
Note * When you do not operate source selection, the projector will assume the input selec- tion condition that was previously used. * See “Auto Source” on Page E-49 for information about the Auto Source on and off conditions.
16:9 screen Note: When selection has been made for the “Real” setting of the personal computer signal (i.e., when the input signal and the projector display resolution are high) and the “Zoom” setting of the video signal, pressing the SELECT movement of the display position.
General Operation Freezing a Moving Picture This function is used to stop and view a moving picture. Note that the input image continues to advance even though the picture there is a still picture condition. A press of the FREEZE button changes the screen to a still picture. A further press returns the screen to a moving picture.
General Operation Using the Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. (1) Press the TIMER button to show the settings display. The display will close when an operation has not been made for about 10 seconds.
Note: * Adjustment of the volume will not produce any sound unless an image is being projected. * Please make connections to the AUDIO connectors of the projector with the supplied audio cable. Press the “+” button. E-33...
The image can also be moved in the following circumstances. • When “Aspect” is set to “Real” by the signal of the personal computer, and the input resolution is higher than the display resolution of the projector. • When “Aspect” is set to “Zoom” by the video signal.
General Operation Using the Quick Menu This function permits frequently used adjustments to be performed quickly. Note that the Quick Menu will not be displayed unless the signal of the connected equipment is input. Please select the input that you wish to adjust. Main unit operation (1) Press the QUICK MENU button to display the quick ad- justment display.
• Adjustments and settings are made by projecting an image and adjusting to an optimum condition. • The remote control should be pointed toward the remote control sensor of the projector and operated. • To return the various items that have been changed via the menu to their standard values (i.e., default values at time of shipping from the factory), see “Factory Default”...
Image Item Name This is the name of the ad- justment or setting. Applicable Projector: U4-136 Only model U4-136 displays “PC Card Viewer”. Adjustment Bar and Settings Contents Adjustment Bar: The increases and decreases in bar length ex- press the adjustment condition.
Preparation Switch on the power of the connected equipment, start the play operation or another operation, and input the signal to the projector. Select the input that you wish to adjust. The menu display of the description diagram depicts an example in which the “Keystone” item name is selected.
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Menu Operation Method Displaying the Cursor Press the SELECT button to display the cursor ENTER Selection of the Item Name Press the SELECT ENTER Items for which the Icon Is Displayed A press of the ENTER button displays the sub menu and the cursor moves to the sub menu. Press the SELECT button and align the cursor with the desired item name.
Menu Operation Method Closing the Menu Press the MENU button and close the menu display ENTER Selecting Another Menu Name with Remote Control Operation When a sub menu is displayed, press the CANCEL but- ton and close the sub menu. Press the CANCEL button again and cancel the cursor display.
Menu Operation Method List of Item Names Offering Input Selection and Adjustments/Settings The item names that can be adjusted/set will differ depending on the input signal. [Example of Menu Display Items at the Time of Input Signal Analog RGB Selection] Image Brightness Contrast...
Picture • Perform this operation while projecting the picture for which the adjustment/setting will be made. • Select the menu name “Picture”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-36 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Picture Fine Picture Adjust this when the picture shows a lack of color fidelity or flickering. Select the “Fine Picture” item name and adjust with the SELECT so that the lack of color fidelity or the flickering disappears. H Position Adjust this when the picture is shifted to the left or right.
Color • Do the following operation while displaying the image you want to adjust or set. • Select the menu name “Color”. See “Menu Operation Method” on Page E-36 for information about performing menu operations. The item name display will differ depending on the input signal.
Note * When the component signal undergoes conversion processing to red, green, and blue which express the image of the projector, the correct color cannot be reproduced unless a system compliant with the color difference conversion sys- tem of the input signal is used. Color Space serves to make this selection.
Filter This function sets the sharpness when the input signal is adjusted to the resolution of the projector and enlarged or reduced. Select the item name “Filter” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Vertical Flip In selecting the method of projecting to the screen, these functions are set when the projector is in a suspended or a rear screen installation. Select the item name “Vertical Flip” or “Horizontal Flip” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Note: Some video decks and other equipment output a blue background or other video when playback ends. When this happens, a signal is being input to the projector and Auto Power Off is not activated. Menu Position This function sets the display position of the menu.
Setup Lamp Mode Use this if the picture is projected on a small screen and the picture is too bright or when projecting images in dark rooms. Select the item name “Lamp Mode” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Setup Presentation Timer The presentation is given while checking the timer displayed on the screen. The gauge display allows the remaining time to be known at a glance. Select the item name “Presentation Timer” and select the setting contents with the SELECT buttons.
Setup Logo Position This is the setting of the position for the display of the logo. Changes cannot be made after the capture. See “Startup Logo Creation” on Page E-60 for information about using logo capture. Select item name “Logo Capture”, press the ENTER button, and the sub menu will open.
Setup Start Logo Capture This executes image capture. See “Startup Logo Creation” on Page E-60 for information about using logo capture. Select item name “Logo Capture”, press the ENTER button, and the sub menu will open. Select “Start Logo Capture” and press the ENTER button. There is a change to the capture range selection display.
When the input switching is changed to another input (e.g., RGB) and then switched back to the viewer screen, automatic play will commence from the file that was last selected. Applicable Projector: U4-136 Auto Source Auto Power Off Memu Position...
An indication of the time until the end of con- version processing can be seen via the bar display. Please use this as a guideline for wait time. Applicable Projector: U4-136 Initial Setting Play Mode...
Setup Language This function sets the language that is displayed on screen in the messages and menu displays. Select item name “Options” and press the ENTER button to open the Options sub menu. Select item name “Language” and press the ENTER button to open the Language sub menu.
Blank ... Does not display the logo. Note: * When “Logo” is selected at the startup screen, the “PLUS” logo will be displayed if the logo you created and captured is not set. * When logo capture is performed after “Blank” has been set, the setting of the starting screen will automatically display “Logo”.
There is a change to the status display. Press the CANCEL button to return to the menu. Display Contents: Projector model, firmware version, and the internet home page ad- dress of PLUS Vision Corp. Factory Default This function returns the adjustments and settings of all the in- put sources to the standard factory default values.
Displays when analog RGB or digital RGB signal is projected. Lamp Timer This displays the lamp timer. This projector has an Eco mode function. The lamp life will differ between Normal mode and Eco mode. Lamp Life Use only in Normal mode: approx.1500 hours Use only in Eco mode: approx.2000 hours...
After turning on the power, a logo appears in about 15 seconds. The displayed logo disappears in about 30 seconds. A logo can be displayed by creating it on a personal computer, then projecting it with this projector and capturing it.
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Please make such photographs into a small size. * Capture ranges that exceed the output resolution of the projector cannot be se- lected. * The area outside the red lines of the red frame becomes the selection range for the capture range selection.
See “Slide Creation Method” on Page E-63. * Resolutions up to 2048 x 1024 can be displayed on this projector. The image data (PNG format 3000 x 2000 in 16 colors) of the PLUS electronic blackboards (the M-10 Series of CopyBoards) can be played.
Using the PC Card Viewer Slide Creation Method To use the PC Card Viewer, a slide must be created beforehand with a personal computer. Please see the Plus Vision home page for informa- tion about the slide creation method. Slide Creation Guide 1.
Using the PC Card Viewer Names and Functions of the Viewer Functions As an aid in viewer screen operation, this section describes the projector and remote control buttons, the display screen, names and functions, as well as the use of the tool bar.
Using the PC Card Viewer Names and Functions of the Viewer Screen Parts “Folder” icon: Indicates that there are slides inside. “Non-Slide” icon: Indicates data that is not identified by the projector. Thumbnail F O L D E R _ 3 Page information: The left number indicates the current page.
The CompactFlash Card is designed to be inserted in only one direction. Attempting to insert it the other way will not work, but forcefully pushing it in will cause damage to the projector. Please see the instruction manual of the CompactFlash Card, if available, for information about the insertion orientation.
Press the SOURCE button a number of times and set to PC-CARD. The PC CARD indicator of the projector will light and the list in the PC Card will be displayed. • When [PC Card Viewer] → [Initial Settings] of the menu is set to “Full screen display,”...
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Using the PC Card Viewer 2. Use the SELECT buttons to align the cursor with the desired thumbnail or folder icon. When a folder icon has been selected, press the ENTER button. The folder will open allowing you to select a thumbnail. Selection Method •...
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Using the PC Card Viewer 4. View the Slides The SELECT ( ) buttons permit the slides to be viewed in a forward or reverse sequence. • To stop the slides during automatic play, press the ENTER button. The slides can also be stopped with the on the tool bar.
2. Check the following matters and take the required measures. When the projector is being used in a location that has a high ambient temperature, set it up again in a cool location. Check the outflow and intake holes and clean them if they are obstructed.
• Does the projection distance exceed the focusing range? • Is there condensation on the lens, etc.? If the projector is moved from a cool storage area to a warm place and the power is turned on, condensation may form on the lens or internal optical parts.
Cleaning the Inside of the Projector Cleaning of the inside of the projector is required about once a year. Failure to clean over a long period while dust has collected inside the projector could cause a fire or breakdown. Do not clean the inside of the projector by yourself. Please be sure to contact your dealer.
Replacing the Lamp Cartridge • The lamp that is used as a light source in the projector has a limited service life. The rated service life of the lamp is about 1500 hours (when used in normal mode only). This could be shortened depending on conditions of use and other factors.
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Replacing the Lamp Cartridge Preparations: Turning the projector upside-down on top of a soft cloth, etc., so that it does not get scratched makes it easier to replace the lamp cartridge. Turn the projector right-side up after replacing the lamp cartridge.
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5 seconds will clear the lamp timer. Checking that the STATUS indicator is out will show that the lamp timer has been cleared. Contact a store that sells the U4-136/U4-131/U4-112/U4-111 for a replacement lamp. Indicate you need a U4-150 replacement lamp for the U4-136/U4-131/U4-112/U4-111 (order code 28-061).
Table of Supported Frequency The projector automatically identifies the signal input from the computer and selects the optimum resolution as shown on the table below. Manual adjustments may be required for some input signals. See “Picture Adj. / Fine Picture / H Position / V Position” on page E- 43, 44.
Cabinet Dimensions Applicable Projector: U4-131/U4-111 Applicable Projector: U4-136/U4-112 MENU MENU QUICK AUTO SOURCE STANDBY STATUS OPEN 190 (7.5) MENU MENU QUICK CARD AUTO SOURCE STANDBY STATUS 190 (7.5) E-78 12 (0.5) Unit: mm (inch) 12 (0.5) Unit: mm (inch)
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