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Eiki LC-XB42 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector MODEL LC-XB42 Owner's Manual...

  • Page 2: Features And Design

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 4: To The Owner

    The dimension shown here indicate the minimum space required. If the projector is to be built into a compartment or similarly enclosed, these minimum distances must be maintained.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

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

  • Page 6: Air Circulation

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

  • Page 7: Installing The Projector In Proper Directions

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

  • Page 8: Compliance

    Telephone No. : 800-242-3454 (949-457-0200) The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it. AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada: AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standard Association (CSA).

  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    　 ③ Projection Lens ④ Zoom Lever ⑤ Slide Shutter CAUTION Do not turn on a projector with slide shutter closed. High temperature from slide shutter light beam may damage result in fire hazard. ⑥ Top Controls and Indicators ⑦...

  • Page 10: Rear Terminal

    Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal ① ① SERVICE PORT This jack is used to service the projector. ② COMPUTER IN 2/COMPONENT IN Connect the computer or component video (or RGB Scart) output signal to this terminal. Use the supplied VGA cable or a Component-VGA cable (not supplied).

  • Page 11: Top Control

    – Blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range (pp.54, 65). ⑧ POwER indicator – Lights red when the projector is in stand-by mode. – Lights green during operations. – Blinks green in the Power management mode (p.48).

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ① ON/STAND-By button Turn the projector on or off. (pp.19, 20) ① ② VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source. (pp.25, 36) ③ COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source. (pp25, 27, 37) ④ MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 13: Remote Control Battery Installation

    Projection angle can be adjusted up to 8.9 degrees with the adjustable feet. Lift the front of the projector and pull the feet lock latches on both side of the projector upward. Release the feet lock latches to lock the adjustable feet and rotate the adjustable feet to a proper height, and tilt.

  • Page 14: Installation

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

  • Page 15: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

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

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Computer

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

  • Page 17: Connecting To Video Equipment

    (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) Composite Video and Audio Output 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.36).

  • Page 18: Connecting To Component Video Equipment

    21-pin Output Component cable Scart-VGA cable COMPUTER IN 2/COMPONENT IN Notes: • When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s built-in speaker is not available. • See page 68 for ordering optional cables. (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Audio Output Audio cable (stereo)

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    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.

  • Page 20: Turning Off The Projector

    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.48). • The running speed of cooling fans is changed according to the temperature inside the projector.

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

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

  • Page 22: Menu Bar

    / Tint / Color temp. / White balance (R/G/B) / Sharpness / Gamma / Noise reduction / Progressive ] (pp.40-41) Setting Menu Used to set the projector's operating configurations. (pp.43-53) Sound Menu Used to adjust the volume or mute the sound. (p.24)

  • Page 23: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Auto Setup Function Auto setup function is provided to automatically correct Keystone distortion according to the projector’s tilt and adjust the computer display parameters (Fine sync, Total dots, and Picture position) by just pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control.

  • Page 24: Top Control Remote Control

    Basic Operation 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.

  • Page 25: Remote Control Operation

    Remote Control Operation 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. COMPUTER/VIDEO button Press the COMPUTER or VIDEO button on the remote control to select the input source.
  • Page 26 Basic Operation 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. When a projected image is captured and set as “User” in the Logo selection (p.45), the screen changes each time you press the NO SHOW button as follows.

  • Page 27: Computer Input

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

  • Page 28: Computer System Selection

    Computer Input 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.

  • Page 29: Auto Pc Adjustment

    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 (1–5) in the PC System Menu (p.32). See also “Store” on page 31.

  • Page 30: Manual Pc Adjustment

    Computer Input Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-scan system of this projector. Manual PC Adjustment enables you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats. The projector has five independent memory areas to store those parameters manually adjusted. It allows you to recall the setting for a specific computer.
  • Page 31 Display area H ◄► Use the Point buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Display area V ◄► Use the Point buttons to adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector. Reset To reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press the SELECT button.

  • Page 32: Image Mode Selection

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

  • Page 33: Image Adjustment

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

  • Page 34: Screen Size Adjustment

    Image Mode Selection on page 32. Quit Exit the Image Adjust Menu. Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄► Menu. Use the Point frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon.

  • Page 35: For Zooming In And Out The Images

    Custom Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. Press the SELECT button at Custom and the “Custom” is displayed on the screen for a few seconds and then the Aspect dialog box appears. Scale H/V ... Adjust the Horizontal/Vertical screen scale. H&V ...

  • Page 36: Video Input

    SELECT button. When selecting Auto, the projector automatically Auto detects incoming video signal, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. The projector selects connection in the following order: 1. S-video 2. Video When video input signal is connected to the Video VIDEO jack, select Video.

  • Page 37: Input Source Selection (Component, Rgb Scart 21-Pin)

    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 button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below. Menu Operation Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ◄►...

  • Page 38: Video System Selection

    The projector automatically detects an incoming video signal, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image, select a specific component video signal format from among 480i, 575i, 480p, 575p, 720p, 1035i, and 1080i.

  • Page 39: Image Mode Selection

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

  • Page 40: Image Adjustment

    Video Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. ◄► Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box.
  • Page 41 L1 ... For an active picture. L2 ... For a still picture. Film ... For watching a film. With this function, the projector reproduces pictures faithful to the original film quality. Reset To reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press the SELECT button.

  • Page 42: 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. Use the Point frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon.

  • Page 43: Setting

    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 frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon.
  • Page 44 Countdown Off ... Show the input image instead of the countdown when turning on the projector. Use this function when you want to project the image as early as possible even when the lamp is not bright enough.
  • Page 45 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 (p.26).
  • Page 46 After entering the four-digit number, move the pointer to “Set.” Press the SELECT button so that you can start to operate the projector. If you entered an incorrect Logo PIN code, “Logo PIN code” and the number () will turn red for a moment.
  • Page 47 – When pressing the COMPUTER button or VIDEO button on the remote control. On2 ... Input search works under the following situation. – When turning on the projector by pressing the POWER ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or the remote control.
  • Page 48 For reducing power consumption as well as maintaining the lamp life, the Power management function turns off the projection lamp when the projector is not operated for a certain period. If the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds, the timer display with “No signal”...
  • Page 49 When operating the projector in “Code 2”, both the projector and the remote control must be switched to “Code 2”. To change the code for the projector;...
  • Page 50 Security (Key lock and PIN code lock) This function allows you to use the Key lock and PIN code lock function to set the security for the projector operation. Key lock This function locks the top control and remote control buttons to prevent operation by unauthorized persons.
  • Page 51 DOwN THE NEw PIN CODE IN COLUMN OF THE PIN CODE NO . MEMO ON PAGE 70, AND KEEP IT SECURELy . IF yOU FORGET yOUR PIN CODE, THE PROjECTOR CAN NO LONGER BE STARTED . Enter a PIN code ◄...
  • Page 52 (p.20). L1 ... Normal operation L2 ... Slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L1), but it takes more time to cool the projector down. Fan control Choose the running speed of cooling fans from the following options according to the ground elevation under which you use the projector.
  • Page 53 Filter counter This function is used to set a frequency for the filter cleaning. When the projector reached a specified time between cleanings, a Filter warning icon appears on the screen, notifying the cleaning is necessary. After cleaning the filter, be sure to select RESET and set the timer.

  • Page 54: Maintenance And Cleaning

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

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Filter

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

  • Page 56: Slide Shutter

    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 57: Lamp Replacement

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

  • Page 58: Resetting The Lamp Counter

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

  • Page 59: Appendix

    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 pages 16-18. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on.
  • Page 60 – Press the Volume + button. (See page 24) – Press the Mute button. (See page 24) – 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.
  • Page 61 – Make sure no obstruction is between the projector and remote control. – Make sure you are not too far from the projector when using the remote control. Maximum operating range is 16.4'(5 m). – Make sure the code of the remote control is conformed to the projector’s code.
  • Page 62 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.

  • Page 63: Menu Tree

    Menu Tree Computer Input/Video Input Input Computer 1 Computer 2 Video Sound Sound Volume Mute Quit Computer Input SVGA 1 System Mode 1 Mode 2 - - - - * Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal. PC Adjust Auto PC Adj.
  • Page 64 Quit Quit On/Off On/Off Off/On1/On2 Ready Shut down Timer (1–30 Min.) Quit On/Off Auto/High/Normal/Eco Code 1 or Code 2 Key lock Projector Remote control Quit PIN code lock Off/On1/On2 PIN code change Quit Quit L1/L2 Off/On1/On1/On3 Hour(s) Reset Yes/No Quit...

  • Page 65: Indicators And Projector Condition

    The projector detects an abnormal condition and cannot be turned on. Unplug the AC power cord and plug it again to turn on the projector. If the projector is turned off again, unplug the AC power cord and contact the dealer or the service center for service and checkup.

  • Page 66: Compatible Computer Specifications

    Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V-, H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock for analog signal. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited.

  • Page 67: Technical Specifications

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

  • Page 68: Optional Parts

    Appendix Accessories Owner’s Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable Serial Control Cable PIN Code Label Soft Carrying Case ● 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 69: Configurations Of Terminals

    Configurations of Terminals COMPUTER IN 1 /COMPUTER IN 2 /COMPONENT IN /MONITOR OUT (ANALOG) Terminal: Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) SERVICE PORT CONNECTOR Terminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN R X D ----- ----- Dimensions 13.15(334) 3.17(80.5) Red (R/Cr) Input/ R Output Green (G/Y) Input/ G Output Blue (B/Cb) Input/ B Output -----...

  • Page 70: Pin Code Number Memo

    PIN Code Number Memo Write down the PIN code number in the column below and keep it with this manual securely. If you forgot or lost the number and unable to operate the projector, contact the service station. PIN Code Lock No .
  • Page 71 E-Mail : info@eiki-china.com WorldWide Website http://www.eiki.com KS3B KG3BC 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 Eastern Europe EIKI CZECH spol.

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