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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector MODEL LC-XS25 LC-XS30 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. ◆ Compatibility The projector widely accepts various video and computer input signals including: Computers,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 To the Owner .

  • Page 4: To The Owner

    Your EIKI product is designed and m a n u f a c t u r e d w i t h h i g h q u a l i t y materials and components which can be recycled and reused.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

  • Page 6: Air Circulation

    Safety Instructions Air Circulation Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. When using or installing the projector, the following precautions should be taken.

  • Page 7: Compliance

    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 : LC-XS25 / LC-XS30 Trade Name : EIKI Responsible party : EIKI International,Inc.

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Front ① ② ③ Back ⑩ ⑧ ⑨  Bottom ⑧ ⑭ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬  ① Air Intake Vent ② Power Cord Connector ③ Infrared Remote Receiver ④ Focus Ring (front) ⑤...

  • Page 9: Rear Terminal

    Rear Terminal ② ① ① CONTROL PORT When the projector is controlled by a computer, connect to this jack with serial control cable. ② COMPUTER IN 2 / COMPONENT IN Connect output signal from a computer, RGB scart 21-pin video output or component video output to this terminal.

  • Page 10: Top Control

    Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Top Control ① ② ⑪ ⑩ ① POWER indicator – Light red when the projector is in stand-by mode. – Light green during operations. – Blink green in the Power management mode (p.50).

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote Control ② ① ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions: – Do not bend, drop or expose the remote control to moisture or heat. – For cleaning, use soft dry cloth. Do not apply benzene, thinner, spray or any chemical material.

  • Page 12: Remote Control Battery Installation

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation Open the battery compartment lid. To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions: ● Use two (2) AA or LR6 type alkaline batteries. ● Always replace batteries in sets. ● Do not use a new battery with a used battery. ●...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set horizontally to the flat 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 14: Connecting To A Computer

    Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • DVI Cable or DVI-VGA Cable • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin) (Only one cable is supplied.) • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo) ( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.) Audio Output Monitor Output Monitor Input...

  • Page 15: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-video Cable • Audio Cables (RCA x 2, Mini Plug: stereo) (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) S-video Output (R) (L) S-video cable S-VIDEO IN (R) (L)

  • Page 16: Connecting To Component Video And Rgb (Scart) Equipment

    Installation Connecting to Component Video and RGB (Scart) Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug :stereo) • 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 17: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240 V AC. This projector automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system.

  • Page 18: Basic Operation

    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 becomes red. Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control.

  • Page 19: Turning Off The Projector

    Turning Off the Projector Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and a message "Power off?" appears on the screen. Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button again to turn off the projector.The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and the cooling fans keep running.

  • Page 20: 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. Refer to the following pages regarding each adjustment and setting procedures. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. ◄► Press the Point buttons to select a Menu icon to adjust and press the Point...

  • Page 21: Menu Bar

    Menu Bar For detailed functions, see Menu Tree on pages 68-70. For computer source Guide Window PC System Menu Show the selected U s e d t o s e l e c t M e n u o f t h e computer system.

  • Page 22: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Basic Operation Zoom and Focus Adjustment Open the slide shutter. Rotate the Zoom Ring to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the projected picture focus. Close the slide shutter.  Note: Close the slide shutter of lens operation part to keep out dust just after zoom and focus adjustments.

  • Page 23: 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 cut off the sound.
  • Page 24 Basic Operation AUTO SET button Press the AUTO SET button on the remote control to operate the Auto setup function. For more detail, see pages 22, 28,46. D .ZOOM buttons Press the D.ZOOM buttons on the remote control to zoom in and zoom out the images.

  • Page 25: Computer Input

    Computer Input Input Source Selection (RGB: Computer 1 (Analog)/Computer 2 ) Direct Operation Choose Computer 1 (Analog) or Computer 2 by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or choose Computer 1(Analog) by pressing the COMPUTER 1 button on the remote control or choose computer 2 by pressing COMPUTER 2 button on the remote control.

  • Page 26: Input Source Selection (Rgb(Pc Digital), Rgb(Av Hdcp))

    Computer Input Input Source Selection (RGB(PC digital), RGB(AV HDCP)) Direct Operation Choose Computer 1 (Digital) by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or press the COMPUTER 1 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

    Computer Input Auto PC Adjustment Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Vertical to conform to your computer. Auto PC Adjustment function can be operated as follows. Direct Operation The Auto PC adjustment function can be operated directly by pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote control.(p.46) Menu Operation...

  • 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 5 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 Adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. ◄► Press the Point buttons to decrease/increase the value. Display area V Adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector. Press ◄► the Point buttons to decrease/increase the value. Reset To reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press the SELECT button.

  • Page 31: Image Level Selection

    Image Level Selection Direct Operation Select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Blackboard (Green), Colorboard, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Dynamic Picture level suitable for viewing picture in a bright room. Standard Normal picture level preset on this projector.
  • Page 32 Computer Input Menu Operation Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄► Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the Image Select Menu icon. ▲▼ Press the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the level that you want to set and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 33: Image Level Adjustment

    Image Level Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄► Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. ▲▼ Press the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust, and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 34: Screen Size Adjustment

    Computer Input Store To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Select a level from Image 1 to 4 with the ▲▼ Point buttons and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes]. Stored data can be called up by selecting "Image"...
  • Page 35 Wide Provide the image to fit 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 Provide the full screen image. Custom Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function.
  • Page 36 Computer Input For zooming in and out the images Digital zoom + When the Digital zoom + is selected, the On-Screen Menu disappears and the message "D. zoom +" is displayed. Press the SELECT button to expand the image size. And ▲▼◄►...

  • Page 37: Video Input

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Video, S-video) Direct Operation Choose Video by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or choose Video by pressing the VIDEO button or choose S-video by pressing the S-video button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below.

  • Page 38: 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 INPUT button on the top control or press the COMPUTER 2 button on the remote control. Choose Component by pressing COMPONENT button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below.

  • Page 39: Video System Selection

    Video System Selection Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄► Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the AV System Menu icon. ▲▼ Press the Point buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the system that you want to select and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 40: Image Level Selection

    Video Input Image Level Selection Direct Operation Select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, Blackboard (Green), Colorboard, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Dynamic Picture level suitable for viewing picture in a bright room. Standard Normal picture level preset on this projector.
  • Page 41 Menu Operation Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄► Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the Image Select Menu icon. ▲▼ Press the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the level that you want to set and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 42: Image Level Adjustment

    Video Input Image Level Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄► Menu. Press the Point frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. ▲▼ Press the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust, and then press the SELECT button.
  • Page 43 Sharpness ◄ Press the Point button to soften the image and the Point ► button to sharpen the image. (From 0 to 15.) Gamma ◄► Press the Point buttons to obtain better balance of contrast. (From 0 to 15.) Noise reduction Noise interference on the screen can be reduced.

  • Page 44: Screen Size Adjustment

    Video Input 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 frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon. ▲▼...

  • Page 45: 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. ▲▼...
  • Page 46 Setting Auto setup This function enables Input search, Auto Keystone correction and Auto PC adjustment by pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote control. Settings for those functions can be altered as follows: ...
  • Page 47 Keystone This function corrects distortion of a projected image. Select either Store or Reset with the Point and then press the SELECT button. The keystone dialog box appears. Correct keystone with the Point see page 22. Store ..store the keystone correction even when the AC power cord is unplugged.
  • Page 48 Setting Logo (Logo and Logo PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to customize the screen logo with Logo select, Capture, and Logo PIN code lock functions.  Note: When On is selected in Logo PIN code lock function, Logo select and Capture functions cannot be selected.
  • Page 49 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 select menu. (p.48) On ..the screen logo cannot be changed without the Logo PIN code.
  • Page 50 Setting Ceiling When this function is "On", the picture is top/bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling mounting the projector. Rear When this function is "On", the picture is left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image to a rear projection screen.
  • Page 51 On start When this function is "On", the projector is automatically turned on just by connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.  Note: Be sure to turn the projector off properly (see "Turning Off the Projector" on page 19). If the projector is turned off in the incorrect sequence, the On start function does not operate properly.
  • Page 52 Setting Filter control You can replace the filter with this function. Press the SELECT button at Filter control to display a confi rmation box. To replace, press the SELECT button at “YES” and the electrically operated fi lter starts to scroll. ...
  • Page 53 Security (Key lock and PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to use Key lock and PIN code lock function to set the security for the projector operation. Key lock This function locks operation of the top control or the remote control.
  • Page 54 Setting To Enter the PIN code Select a number by pressing the Point ► then press the Point button to fix the number and move the pointer. The number changes to "". If you fixed an incorrect number, move the pointer to the number you want to correct by pressing the Point then select the correct number by pressing the Point buttons.
  • Page 55 This function provides the following alternatives in the cooling fans' operation after turning off the projector. (p.19) L1 ..normal operation L2 ..slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L1), but it takes longer to cool the projector down.
  • Page 56 Setting Filter counter This function is used to set a frequency for the filter replacement. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to move the red frame pointer to Filter counter and then press the SELECT button. A dialog box appears showing the Used time option and the Scrolls remaining option.

  • Page 57: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care Filter Instructions 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. This projector has an electrically operated filter which helps you to replace the filter easily.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Filter Cartridge

    ORDER REPLACEMENT FILTER CARTRIDGE Replacement filter cartridge can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering, give the following information to the dealer. ● Model No. of your projector LC-XS25/LC-XS30 ● Replacement Filter Cartridge Service Parts No. 610 339 7665 Filter cover Screws...

  • Page 59: Resetting The Filter Counter

    Resetting the Filter Counter Be sure to reset the Filter counter after replacing the filter cartridge. 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 Filter counter and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 60: Lamp Replacement

    Maintenance and Care Lamp Replacement When the life of the projection lamp of this projector draws to an end, 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 61 Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering a projection lamp, give the following information to the dealer. ● Model No. of your projector ● Replacement Lamp Type No. Maintenance and Care Lamp Cover Screw Handle Screw : LC-XS25/LC-XS30 : POA-LMP127 (Service Parts No. 610 339 8600) Screw Lamp...

  • Page 62: Resetting The Lamp Counter

    Maintenance and Care Resetting the Lamp Counter Be sure to reset the Lamp replacement counter after the lamp is replaced. When the Lamp replacement counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. Turn the projector on, press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 63: Warning Temp. Indicator

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

  • Page 64: Cleaning The Lens Cover

    Maintenance and Care Cleaning the Lens Cover Follow these steps to clean the lens cover. Disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning. Softly wipe the lens cover with a cleaning cloth that contains a small amount of non-abrasive camera lens cleaner, or use lens cleaning paper or a commercially available air blower to clean the lens.

  • Page 65: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again. – Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described on pages14-16. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. –...
  • Page 66 Appendix Image is Left/Right reversed Image is Top/Bottom reversed No sound The color is strange . Some displays are not seen during operations Auto PC adjustment function does not work . The setting does not remain after turning off power . Power management does not work .
  • Page 67 The Remote Control does not work . Indicator blinks or lights . The exclamation mark appears on the screen . The Top Control does not work 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 .

  • Page 68: Menu Tree

    Appendix Menu Tree　 Computer Input/Video Input Computer 1 (Analog) Input Computer 1 (Digital) Computer 2 Video Sound Sound Volume Mute Quit Computer Input System (1) PC Adjust Auto PC Adj. Fine sync. Total dots Horizontal Vertical Current mode Clamp Display area - H Display area - V Reset Mode free...
  • Page 69 Image Select Dynamic Standard Real Blackboard (Green) Colorboard Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Image Adjust Contrast Brightness Color temp. Green Blue Sharpness Gamma Reset Store Quit Screen Normal True Wide Full Scale Custom H&V Position Common Reset Quit Digital zoom + Digital zoom –...
  • Page 70 Appendix Screen Normal Wide Custom Setting Setting Language Auto setup Setting Scale H&V On/Off Position Yes/No Common Yes/No Reset Quit English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Finnish Polish Hungarian Romanian Russian Chinese Korean Japanese Quit Input search On 1 On 2 Auto PC adj.

  • Page 71: Indicators And Projector Condition

    Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for the projector condition. The projector is operating normally . Indicators WARNING WARNING POWER TEMP . FILTER red/green orange   green  blinking fast  blinking fast green green Fig.1 Filter replacement icon and “Please wait...” The projector is detecting abnormal condition .
  • Page 72 Appendix Indicators WARNING WARNING POWER TEMP. FILTER red/green orange   orange Fig.2 Filter replacement icon Fig.3 Fig.4 Filter cartridge replacement icon blinking fast orange  When the filter detects clogging, reaches a time set in the timer setting or runs out of the filter scroll, the WARNING ...

  • Page 73: Compatible Computer Specifications

    Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency below mentioned and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock for Analog signal and 110 MHz of Dot Clock for digital signal. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited. ON-SCREEN RESOLUTION DISPLAy...
  • Page 74 Appendix When the input signal is digital from DVI terminal, refer to the chart below. ON-SCREEN H-Freq . RESOLUTION DISPLAy (KHz) D-VGA 640 x 480 31.47 D-480p 640 x 480 31.47 D-575p 768 x 575 31.25 D-SVGA 800 x 600 37.879 D-XGA 1024 x 768...

  • Page 75: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight Foot 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) Projection Lens Throw Distance Projection Lamp...

  • Page 76: Optional Parts

    Appendix 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 77: Configurations Of Terminals

    Configurations of Terminals COMPUTER INPUT/COMPONENT INPUT/MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) DVI-I (DIGITAL/ANALOG) C1 C2 Terminal : Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR (D-sub  pin) Analog Red Input Analog Green Input Analog Blue Input Analog Horiz. sync Analog Ground (R/G/B) T.M.D.S.

  • Page 78: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions 2.81(71.5) 16.14 5.91(150.2) (102.0) (50.8) (230.0) (50.0) Unit: inch (mm) Screw Holes for Ceiling Mount Screw: M4 Depth: 0.47(12.0) 4.04(102.7) 4.38(111.2)

  • Page 79: 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 .
  • Page 80 86-21-5396-0088 Fax : 86-21-5396-0318 E-mail : info@eiki-china.com WorldWide Website http://www.eiki.com KK7BC Canada EIKI CANADA - Eiki International, Inc. P.O. Box 156, 310 First St. - Unit 2, Midland, ON, L4R 4K8, Canada Tel : 800-563-3454 (705)-527-4084 Fax : 800-567-4069 (705)-527-4087 E-Mail : canada@eiki.com...

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