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Eiki LC-XB43 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector Network Supported □ Wired LAN Refer to the Owner's Manuals below for details about network function. □ LC-XB43 MODEL Network Set-up and Operation □ PJ Network Manager 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. ♦ lock the operation on the top control or remote control Compact Design (p.55). PIN code lock function prevents unauthorized This projector is designed compact in size and weight. use of the projector (pp.20, 55-56). It is easy to carry and installed anywhere you wish to ♦ Helpful Maintenance Functions use. ♦ Lamp and filter maintenance functions provide for Capable of 360-degree Projection better and proper maintenance of the projector.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer System Selection Auto PC adjustment Table of Contents .

  • Page 4: To The Owner

    To the Owner Before installing and operating this projector, read this Safety Precaution manual thoroughly. ● This projector provides many convenient features and wARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED . functions. Operating the projector properly enables ● TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR you to manage those features and maintains it in good ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS condition for many years to come. APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE . Improper operation may result in not only shortening the – T his projector produces intense light from the projection product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other lens. Do not stare directly into the lens, otherwise eye...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of before the product is operated. air-conditioning equipment. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them This projector should be operated only from the type for later use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply of power source indicated on the marking label. If you before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

  • Page 6: Air Circulation

    Safety Instructions Moving the Projector Air Circulation Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To When moving the projector, close the Slide Shutter and ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it retract adjustable feet to prevent damage to the lens and from overheating, these openings must not be blocked cabinet. or covered. When the projector is not in use for an extended period, put it into the supplied carrying case with the lens side CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. When using or installing the projector, the following precautions...

  • Page 7: Installing The Projector In Proper Directions

    Safety Instructions 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. 140º 50º 50º Bottom Front Bottom Front Downward Upward Upward Downward 90º 40º 40º (Usual) Be sure to set the Lamp control in High and the Fan 180 º 0º control in On 3 in the setting Menu when using the projector inclined at between +40 degrees to +140 degrees to the horizontal plane at altitudes between 0 and approximately 1,600 meters above sea level. Be sure to set the Fan control in On  when using the projector at higher altitudes than the altitudes described above, regardless of the installation position of the projector. (p.57) Positioning Precautions Avoid positioning the projector as described below when installing.

  • Page 8: Compliance

    If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – R eorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – I ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver. – C onnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – C onsult 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 : LC-XB43 Trade Name : EIKI Responsible party : EIKI International,Inc. Address : 30251 Esperanza Santa Margaria CA 92688-2123 Telephone No. : 800-242-3454 (949-457-0200) 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 9: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions ① Infrared Remote Receiver Front ② Focus Ring ③ Projection Lens ④ Zoom Lever ⑤ Slide Shutter CAUTION Do not turn on a projector with slide shutter closed. High temperature from light beam may damage slide shutter and result in fire hazard. ⑥ Top Controls and Indicators ⑦ Air Intake Vent ⑦ ①...

  • Page 10: Rear Terminal

    Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑨ ⑧ ⑦ ⑥ ⑩ ① CONTROL PORT ⑦ AUDIO OUT (VARIABLE) When controlling the projector with RS-232C, Connect an external audio amplifier to this jack connect the control equipment to this connector with (pp.15-17). the serial control cable. This terminal outputs sound from AUDIO IN terminal (⑧ or ⑨). ② COMPUTER IN 1 / COMPONENT IN ⑧...

  • Page 11: Top Control

    Part Names and Functions Top Control ① ⑦ ② ⑧ ⑨ ③ ⑩ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ① LAMP REPLACE indicator ⑦ wARNING indicator Lights yellow when the projection lamp reaches its – Lights red when the projector detects an abnormal end of life (pp.57,63). condition. – Blinks red when the internal temperature of the ② ON/STAND-By button projector exceeds the operating range (pp.60, 71). Turn the projector on or off (pp.19-21). ⑧ POwER indicator ③ INPUT button – Lights red when the projector is in stand-by mode. Select an input source (pp.29-30, 39-40).

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control ① ON/STAND-By button Turn the projector on or off. (pp.19-21) ② AUTO SET button Execute the setting of Auto setup (includes Input search function, Auto PC adj. function and Auto Keystone function). (pp.24, 47) ① ③ COMPUTER 1/ buttons Select the COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 input source. (pp.29-30, 40) ② ④ VIDEO button Select the VIDEO input source. (p.39) ③ ⑤ S-VIDEO button ⑳ Select the S-VIDEO input source. (p.39) ④ ⑲ ⑥ Point ▲▼◄► buttons ⑤ – Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen Menu. (p.22) ⑥...

  • Page 13: Remote Control Battery Installation

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation Open the battery Install new batteries Replace the compartment lid. into the compartment. compartment lid. Two AAA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in compartment. To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions : ● 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 or your local disposal rule or guidelines.

  • 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. Note: • 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. A ： B ＝ 9 ： 1 37.6’ (11.47 m) 23.6’ (7.2 m) 300"...

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Computer

    Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin) * • Audio cables (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) Audio Output Monitor Output Monitor Input Monitor Output External Audio Equipment VGA VGA VGA Audio Input cable cable cable Audio cable (stereo) COMPUTER IN 1 / MONITOR COMPUTER COMPONENT IN IN 2 Audio cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT (stereo) COMPUTER IN 1(COMPONENT) / COMPUTER IN 2 AUDIO IN Note: Unplug the power cords of both the • Input sound to the COMPUTER1 (COMPONENT) / COMPUTER projector and external equipment...

  • Page 16: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio cable (RCA x 3) • S-video cable • Audio cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector. ) External Audio Equipment Video and Audio Output Audio Input (Video) S-video Output Video and audio cable Audio cable S-video cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT (stereo) AUDIO IN VIDEO S-VIDEO IN  Note: Unplug the power cords of When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector's built- both the projector and external in speaker is not available. equipment from the AC outlet before connecting cables.

  • Page 17: Connecting To Component Video Equipment

    Installation Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio cables • Scart-VGA cable • Component cable • Component-VGA cable (Cables are not supplied with this projector.) RGB Scart 21- Component Video Output pin Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Audio Output Component cable Scart-VGA cable External Audio Equipment Audio cable (stereo) Component- VGA cable Audio Input COMPUTER IN 1 (COMPONENT) COMPUTER IN 1/ COMPONENT IN AUDIO IN Audio cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT (stereo)  Note: Unplug the power cords of • When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector's both the projector and external built-in speaker is not available.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240 V AC and it 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 19: 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 lights red. Open the slide shutter (see pages 9, 62). http://www.eiki.com Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control. The POWER indicator lights The preparation display will disappear after 30 green and the cooling fans start to operate. The seconds. preparation display appears on the screen and the Selected Input Source and Lamp Control countdown starts. Video After the countdown, the input source that was Lamp control status selected the last time and the lamp control status icon (see page 54) appear on the screen. (See page 54 for Lamp control status.)  Note: If there is no signal input when start on the projector, or the current signal is missed while operating the The Filter warning and Lamp replacement projector, the Video / PC selection window will be icons may appear on the screen depending displayed on the screen, please move the pointer to on the usage state of the projector.

  • Page 20: Enter A Pin Code

    Basic Operation Enter a PIN code ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to enter a number. Press the PIN Code Input Dialog Box ► Point button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to . If you ◄...

  • Page 21: Turning Off The Projector

    Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. Press the ON/STAND-BY button again to turn off the projector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and the cooling fans keep running. (You can select the level of fans’ quietness and speed. See “Fan” on page 57.) Power off? disappears after 4 seconds. At this time, you can unplug the AC power cord even if the fans are still running. When the projector has cooled down enough, the POWER indicator stops blinking and you can turn on the projector.

  • Page 22: 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 Top Control Menu. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into submenus, which are MENU button further divided into other submenus. For each adjustment and setting procedure, refer to respective sections in this POINT buttons...

  • Page 23: Menu Bar

    Basic Operation Menu Bar For detailed functions of each menu, see “Menu Tree” on pages 69-70. Main Menu Sub-Menu ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ① Input Used to select an input source from Computer 1, Computer , Video or S-video. (pp.29-30,39-40) ② PC adjust Select Auto PC adj ., Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, Vertical, Clamp, Display area H and Display area V to adjust the parameters to match with the PC input signal format. (pp.32-34) ③ Image select For computer source, used to select an image mode from among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Blackboard(Green), Colorboard and image 1 - 4. (p.35) For Video source, used to select an image mode among Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, Blackboard(Green), Colorboard...

  • Page 24: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Basic Operation Zoom and Focus Adjustment Rotate the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Zoom Lever Focus Ring Auto Setup Function Top Control Auto setup function is provided to automatically execute the setting of Auto setup (includes Input search, Auto PC adj. and Auto keystone functions) in the Setting Menu by just AUTO SETUP button pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote control. Refer to page 47 for the setting of the Auto setup function. Note: Remote Control • Auto Keystone corrects vertical distortion only; it does not AUTO SET button...

  • Page 25: Keystone Correction

    Basic Operation Keystone Correction If a projected picture still has keystone distortion after Top Control pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote control, correct the image AUTO SETUP button manually as follows: KEySTONE button Press the KEYSTONE button on the top control or on the remote control to switch the Standard (for Vertical/ POINT ▲▼◄► Horizontal) /Corner adjustment. The Standard or Corner buttons ▲▼◄► adjustment dialog box appears. Use the Point buttons to correct the Standard or Corner distortion. The Standard or Corner adjustment can be stored (see page 48). Remote Control Standard AUTO SET button POINT ▲▼◄► buttons Reduce the lower width Reduce the upper width ▼ ▲ with the Point button.

  • Page 26: Sound Adjustment

    Basic Operation Sound Adjustment Direct Operation Top Control VOLUME+/- buttons 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 Remote Control Press the MUTE button on the remote control to select On to temporarily turn off the sound. To turn the sound back on, press the MUTE button again to select Off or press the VOLUME + button VOLUME +/– buttons. The Mute function is also effective for MUTE button the AUDIO OUT jack. VOLUME - button Menu Operation Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 27: Remote Control Operation

    Basic 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 1/, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and Remote Control COMPONENT buttons COMPUTER 1/ Press the COMPUTER 1/2, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and buttons COMPONENT buttons on the remote control to select the S-VIDEO button input source. See pages 29-30, 39-40 for details. COMPONENT FREEZE button VIDEO button button Press the FREEZE button on the remote control to freeze the picture on the screen. To cancel the Freeze function, POINT ▲▼...
  • Page 28 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. The screen changes each time you press the NO SHOW button as follows. black out→ normal → black out → normal → • • • • • No show disappears after 4 seconds. 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 P-Timer display the P-Timer function, press the P-TIMER button again. Remote Control IMAGE button SCREEN button Press the IMAGE button on the remote control to select a P-TIMER button desired image mode of the screen. See pages 35, 42 for NO SHOw button details.

  • Page 29: Computer Input

    Computer Input Input Source Selection (Computer 1: RGB) Direct Operation Choose Computer 1(RGB) by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or press the COMPUTER 1 button on the remote control. Before using INPUT button, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below. Remote Control Top Control COMPUTER 1 button INPUT button Computer 1(RGB) / Computer 1(RGB) (Component) / (Scart) Computer 1(Scart)

  • Page 30: Input Source Selection (Computer 2: Rgb)

    Computer Input Input Source Selection (Computer : RGB) Direct Operation Choose Computer  (RGB) by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or press the COMPUTER 2 button on the remote control. Remote Control Top Control INPUT button COMPUTER  button Computer 1(RGB) / Computer (RGB) (Component) / (Scart) Computer (RGB) Video S-video Menu Operation Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Input Menu Menu.

  • Page 31: Computer System Selection

    Computer Input Computer System Selection This projector automatically tunes to various types of computers 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 72.) One of the following messages may appear when: The projector cannot recognize the connected PC System Menu Auto signal conforming to the provided PC Systems. 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.33-34) There is no signal input from the computer.

  • Page 32: Auto Pc Adjustment

    Computer Input Auto PC adjustment Auto PC adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal , Vertical , Clamp, Display area H and Display area V positions to conform to your computer. Menu Operation PC adjust Menu Auto PC adj . Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ▲▼ Menu. Use the Point buttons to select PC adjust ► and then press the Point or the SELECT button. ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to select Auto PC adj . and then press the SELECT button. To store adjustment parameters The adjusted parameters from the Auto PC adjustment can buttons Use Point ▲▼...

  • Page 33: 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. PC adjust Menu Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ▲▼ Menu. Use the Point buttons to select PC adjust ► and then press the Point or the SELECT button. ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to select the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the ◄► adjustment dialog box. Use the Point buttons to adjust the setting value.
  • Page 34 Computer Input Mode free Menu 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 Point or the SELECT button. Move the highlight to the Mode that you want to clear and then press the SELECT This Mode has stored button.

  • Page 35: Image Mode Selection

    Computer Input Image Mode Selection Direct Operation Remote Control IMAGE button Select the desired image mode among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Blackboard (Green), Colorboard, Image 1, Image , Dynamic Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Standard Real Blackboard (Green) IMAGE button Colorboard Image 1 Image  Menu Operation Image 3 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ▲▼ Menu. Use the Point buttons to select Image ►...

  • Page 36: Image Adjustment

    Computer Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image adjust Menu ▲▼ Menu. Use the Point buttons to select Image ► or the SELECT adjust and then press the Point button. ▲▼ Use the Point buttons select 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 Selected Image mode ◄ Press the Point button to decrease the brightness; press ► the Point button to increase the brightness (from 0 to 63). Color temp . ◄►...

  • Page 37: Screen Size Adjustment

    Computer Input Store To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the Point or the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to ► select 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 Mode Selection on page 35. Screen Size Adjustment A confirmation box appears and then select yes .
  • Page 38 Computer Input Custom Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. Press the Point ► button at Custom and the Custom adjustment menu is displayed on the screen, you can use the Point ▲▼ buttons to choose the item you want to adjust. 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...

  • Page 39: Video Input

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Video, S-video) Direct Operation INPUT button Top Control Choose Video or S-video by pressing the INPUT button on the top control, or the VIDEO button or the S-VIDEO button Computer 1(RGB) / on the remote control. (Component) / (Scart) Computer (RGB) Video S-video Remote Control VIDEO button Video S-video button S-video Menu Operation Input Menu Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen ▲▼ Menu. Use the Point buttons to select Input and ►...

  • Page 40: Input Source Selection (Component, Rgb Scart 21-Pin)

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Component, RGB Scart 1-pin) Direct Operation Choose Computer 1(Component) or Computer 1(Scart) by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or pressing the COMPUTER 1 or the COMPONENT button on the remote control. Before using INPUT button, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below. Remote Control Top Control INPUT button COMPUTER 1 button Computer 1(RGB) / Computer 1 (RGB) (Component) / (Scart)

  • Page 41: Video System Selection

    Video Input Video System Selection AV System Menu (Video or S-video) Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Input and then press the Point ► or the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Video or S-video or Computer 1(Component) and then press the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select System and then press the Point ► or the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select 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.

  • Page 42: Image Mode Selection

    Video Input Image Mode Selection Direct Operation IMAGE button Remote Control Dynamic Select the desired image mode from among Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, Blackboard (Green), Colorboard, Image 1, Image , Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the Standard IMAGE button on the remote control. Cinema Blackboard (Green) IMAGE button Colorboard...

  • Page 43: Image Adjustment

    Video Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image adjust Menu Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select the Image adjust and then press the Point ► or the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons select 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). Selected Image mode 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 ◄►...
  • Page 44 Video Input 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. L 1 ..Lower reduction. L  ..Higher reduction. Progressive An interlaced video signal can be displayed in progressive mode. Select one of the following options.

  • Page 45: Screen Size Adjustment

    Video Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Screen Menu Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Screen and then press the Point ► or the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons select the desired item 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 Point ► button at Custom and the Custom adjustment menu is displayed on the screen, you can use the Point ▲▼ buttons to choose the item you want to adjust. Scale H/V ..

  • Page 46: Setting

    Setting Setting This projector has a Setting Menu that allows you to set up Setting Menu the other various functions described below. Language English Menu position Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Auto setup Keystone Menu. Press the Point ▲▼ buttons to select the Background Blue Setting and press the Point ► or the SELECT button Display Logo to access the submenu items. Ceiling Rear Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select the desired item Power management On start and then press the Point ► or the SELECT buttons to Closed caption Standby mode access the selected item.
  • Page 47 Setting Auto setup This function enables Input search, Auto Keystone correction Auto setup and Auto PC adjustment by pressing the AUTO SETUP button Language English Menu position on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote Auto setup more... control. Settings for those functions can be altered as follows: Keystone Background Blue Input search Display This function detects the input signal automatically. When Logo Ceiling ▲▼...
  • Page 48 Setting Keystone This function is used to adjust keystone distortion of the Keystone ▲▼ projected image. Use the Point buttons to choose the item you want to adjust. Language English Menu position Standard Auto setup Keystone more... Adjust the Horizontal/Vertical keystone distortion of the Background Blue projected image. Display Logo Corner correction Ceiling Adjust the corner distortion of the projected image. Rear Power management Corner pattern On start Choose a Corner pattern mode among Red, white, Closed caption Standby mode Blue, and Off. Store Next Store ..
  • Page 49 Setting Logo Logo select Logo (Logo and Logo PIN code lock settings) Language English This function allows you to customize the screen logo with Menu position Auto setup Logo select, Capture, Logo PIN code lock and Logo PIN Keystone code change functions. Background Blue Display...
  • Page 50 Setting Capture This function enables you to capture an image being Capture 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. Start To cancel the capture function, select yes in the "Quit?"...
  • Page 51 Setting Enter a Logo PIN code Enter a Logo PIN code ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to enter a number. Press the ► Point button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to . If ◄ you fixed an incorrect number, use the Point button to move the pointer to the number you want to correct, and then enter the correct number.
  • Page 52 Setting Ceiling Ceiling When this function is set to On, the picture will be top/ bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling-mounted projector. Rear Rear When this function is set to On, the picture will be left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from rear of the screen. Power management Power management For reducing power consumption as well as maintaining the lamp life, the Power management function turns off the...
  • Page 53 Setting 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: Closed Caption Be sure to turn off the projector properly (see “Turning Language English Menu position Off the Projector” on page 21). If the projector is turned Auto setup off in the incorrect sequence, the On start function does Keystone Background Blue not work properly. Display Logo Closed Caption Ceiling Rear Closed Caption is a function that displays the audio portion Power management On start of a TV program as text on the screen. If the input signal Closed caption more...
  • Page 54 Setting Lamp control This function allows you to change brightness of the screen. High .. Brighter than the Normal mode. Normal .. Normal brightness Eco .... Lower brightness reduces the lamp power consumption and extends the lamp life. Remote control This projector provides two different remote control codes: Remote control the factory-set initial code (Code 1) and the secondary code (Code ). This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or video equipment at the same time.
  • Page 55 Setting Key lock Security 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. Select Key lock and then press the SELECT button, and ▲▼ select the desired item by pressing the Point buttons .. Unlocked.. Lock the operation of the top control. To unlock, use the remote control.. Lock the operation of the remote control. To unlock, use the top control. If the top control accidentally becomes locked and you do not have the remote control nearby or there is something wrong with your remote control, contact the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center.
  • Page 56 Setting Enter a PIN code Enter a PIN code ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to enter a number. Press the ► Point button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to . If ◄ you fixed an incorrect number, use the Point button to move the pointer to the number you want to correct, and then enter the correct number. 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 start to operate the projector. If you entered an incorrect PIN code, PIN code and the number () will turn red for a moment. Enter the correct PIN code all over again.
  • Page 57 Setting This function provides the following options in the cooling fans’ operation when the projector is turned off (p.21). L 1 ..Normal operation L  ..Slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L 1), but it takes more time to cool the projector down. Fan Control Setting Fan control Choose the running speed of cooling fans from the following options according to the ground elevation under which you 140º use the projector. 50º 50º Off..Normal speed. Set this function to Off when using the projector in non-high altitude environment. 90º...
  • Page 58 Setting Filter counter This function is used to set a frequency for the filter Filter counter 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. The Filter warning icon will not turn off until the filter counter is reset.

  • Page 59: Information

    Information Input Source Information Display The Information Menu is used for checking the status of the image signal being projected and the operation of the projector. Direct Operation Press the INFO. button on the remote control to display the Remote Control Information Menu. INFO . button Menu Operation ▲▼ Press the Point buttons to select the Information. The Information Menu is displayed. See below for displayed information. Input Information Menu The selected input source is displayed. H-sync freq . The horizontal frequency of the input signal is displayed in KHz, or - - - - - when no signal. V-sync freq . The vertical frequency of the input signal is displayed in Hz, or - - - - - when no signal. Numbers of Hz doubles when during Interlace.

  • Page 60: 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 Top Control indicator is blinking red . WARNING blinking When the temperature inside the projector reaches a certain level, the projector will be automatically shut down to protect the inside of the projector. The POWER indicator is blinking while the projector is being cooled down. When the projector has cooled down enough (to its normal operating temperature), it can be turned on again by pressing the ON/ STAND-BY button.

  • Page 61: Cleaning The Filters

    Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Filters Filters prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filters become 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 appears on the screen, clean the filters immediately. Clean the filter by following the steps below. Turn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. Turn the projector over and remove the filters by pulling the latches upward. Gently clean the filters by using a brush or rinse them softly. When rinsing the filters, dry them well. Replace the filters properly. Make sure that the filters are fully inserted to the projector. CAUTION Filters Do not operate the projector with the filters removed. Dust may accumulate on the optical Pull up and remove. elements degrading picture quality. Do not put anything into the air vents. Doing so  Note: may result in malfunction of the projector. When reinserting these filters, be sure RECOMMENDATION that the slit part is facing the outer side. we recommend avoiding dusty/smoky environments when you operate the projector . Usage in these environments may cause poor image quality .

  • Page 62: Slide Shutter

    Maintenance and Cleaning Slide Shutter Slide Shutter is provided to protect the surface of the lens against scratches and dirt. When you are not using the projector, close the Slide Shutter. To open or close, slide the Slide Shutter on the front of the cabinet. Do not close the shutter when the projection lamp is on. Slide Shutter 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. 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...

  • Page 63: Lamp Replacement

    Connect the AC power cord to the projector and turn on the projector. Reset the lamp counter . See “Resetting the Lamp Counter” on the next page. Lamp ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP 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 : LC-XB43 ● Replacement Lamp Type No . : POA-LMP111 (Service Parts No. 610 333 9740)

  • Page 64: Resetting The Lamp Counter

    Maintenance and Cleaning Resetting the Lamp Counter Be sure to reset the Lamp counter after the lamp is replaced. When the Lamp counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting and the Lamp replacement icon disappears. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Setting and then press the Point ► or the SELECT button. ▲▼ Use the Point buttons to select Lamp counter ▲▼ and then press the SELECT button. Use the Point buttons to select Lamp counter reset and then press SELECT button. Lamp replacement counter Reset? appears. Select yes to continue. Another confirmation dialog box appears, select yes to reset the Lamp counter. Lamp replacement counter Lamp replacement counter Reset? Reset? appears. ...

  • Page 65: Appendix

    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 15-17. – 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: – Solutions No power – Plug the power cord of the projector into the AC outlet. – See if the POWER indicator lights red. – W ait until the POWER indicator stops blinking to turn on the projector again. The projector can be turned on after the POWER indicator turns red. See page 19. – Check the WARNING indicator. If the WARNING indicator lights red, projector cannot be turned on. See page 60. – Check the projection lamp. See page 63. – Unlock the Key lock function for the projector. See page 55. The initial display is not shown . – Make sure Off or Countdown off are not chosen at display function. See page 48. The initial display is not same – Make sure User or Off are not chosen at Logo (select) as the default set .
  • Page 66 Appendix No image – Check the connection between your computer or video equipment and the projector. See pages 15-17. – See if the input signal is correctly output from your computer. Some laptop computers may need to change the setting for monitor output when connecting to a projector. See your computer’s instruction manual for the setting. – It takes about 30 seconds to display an image after turning on the projector. See page 19. – C heck the Input signal, color system, video system or computer system mode. – Make sure the temperature is not out of the specified Operating Temperature (41˚F–95˚F [5˚C–35˚C]). – When No Show is operating, the image cannot be displayed. Press the NO SHOW button or any other button on the remote control. No sound – Check the audio cable connection from audio input source. – Adjust the audio source. – Press the Volume + button. See page 26. – Press the Mute button. See page 26. – 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. The color is strange . – Check the Input signal, color system,video system or computer system mode. – Make sure the Blackboard is not selected on Image select Menu. See pages 35, 42.
  • Page 67 Appendix The image is distorted or runs off . – Check PC adjustment Menu or Screen and adjust them. See pages 33-34, 37-38. PIN code dialog box appears – PIN code lock is being set. Enter a PIN code (the “1234” or numbers at start-up . you have set). See pages 20, 55-56. The Remote Control does – Check the batteries. not work . – 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. See page 54. – Unlock the Key lock function for the remote control function. See page 55.
  • Page 68 Appendix 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. This symbol on the nameplate The CE Mark is a Directive conformity means the product is Listed mark of the European Community (EC). by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. It is designed and manufactured to meet rigid U.L. safety standards against risk of fire, casualty and electrical hazards.

  • Page 69: Menu Tree

    Appendix Menu Tree Computer Input/Video Input Input Input RGB Computer 1 Component RGB (Scart) Computer 2 RGB Video S-video Sound Sound Volume 0-63 Mute On / Off Computer Input Image select Dynamic SVGA 1 System Standard Mode 1 Real Mode 2 Blackboard (Green) Colorboard - - - - Red / Blue / Yellow / Green Image 1 Image 2 * Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal.
  • Page 70 Appendix Video Input Setting Setting System Auto Language 17 languages provided. 1080i Menu position 1035i Auto setup Input search Off / On 1 / On 2 720p Auto PC adj. 575p On / Off 480p Auto keystone 575i Auto 480i Manual System Auto Keystone Standard SECAM NTSC Corner correction NTSC 4.43 Corner pattern PAL-M Off / Red / White / Blue PAL-N Store Store Reset Background Blue / Black / User Image select...

  • Page 71: Indicators And Projector Condition

    Appendix Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators Projector Condition LAMP POWER WARNING REPLACE red/green yellow 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 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 projector is in the Power management mode. 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 indicator keeps blinking.) The projector has been cooled down enough and the temperature  returns to normal. When turning on the projector, the WARNING indicator stops blinking. 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 ...

  • Page 72: 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. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited. ON-SCREEN RESOLUTION H-Freq . V-Freq . ON-SCREEN RESOLUTION H-Freq . V-Freq . DISPLAy (KHz) (Hz) DISPLAy (KHz) (Hz) VGA 1 640 x 480 31.47 59.88 SXGA 5 1280 x 1024 63.74 60.01 VGA 2 720 x 400 31.47 70.09 SXGA 6 1280 x 1024 71.69 67.19 VGA 3 640 x 400...

  • Page 73: Technical Specifications

    Appendix Technical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 13.16" x 3.09" x 10.30" (334.2 x 78.4 x 261.5mm) (Not including protrusions) Net Weight 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) Feet Adjustment 0˚ to 8.9˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel System 0.8" TFT Active Matrix type, 3 panels Panel Resolution 1,024 x 768 dots Number of Pixels 2,359,296 (1,024 x 768 x 3 panels) Signal Compatibility Color System PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, and PAL-N SD/HDTV Signal 480i, 480p, 575i, 575p, 720p, 1035i, and 1080i Scanning Frequency H-sync. 15 kHz-100 kHz, V-sync. 50-100 Hz Optical Information Projection Image Size (Diagonal) Adjustable from 40” to 300” Throw Distance 3.1' (0.93m) - 37.6' (11.47m) Projection Lens F1.7-2.5 lens with f=19.2 mm-30.2 mm with manual zoom and focus Projection Lamp 275 W Interface...

  • Page 74: Optional Parts

    Appendix Accessories Owner’s Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide & Safety Manual AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable PIN Code Label Network Application (CD-ROM) 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. Optional Parts The parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, specify the item name and Model No. to the sales dealer. Model No. COMPONENT-VGA Cable : AH-981 SCART-VGA Cable : AH-98881...

  • Page 75: 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). This projector supports all commands defined by PJLink Class 1 and is verified conformance with PJLink Standard Class 1. For PJ Link password, see the owner’s manual of “Network Set-up and Operation.” Projector Input PJLink Input Parameter Computer 2 RGB (Analog) RGB 1 RGB 2 Computer 1 Component RGB 3 RGB (Scart) RGB 4 Video VIDEO 2 Video S-video VIDEO 3 PJLink is a registered trademark of JBMIA and pending trademark in some countries.

  • Page 76: Configurations Of Terminals

    Appendix Configurations of Terminals COMPUTER IN 1 /COMPONENT IN /COMPUTER IN /MONITOR OUT (ANALOG) Terminal: Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) Red (R/Cr) Input/Output +5V Power/----- Green (G/Y) Input/Output Ground (Vert.sync.) Blue (B/Cb) Input/Output Ground/----- DDC Data /----- ----- Ground (Horiz.sync.) Horiz. sync. Input/Output (Composite H/V sync.) Ground (Red) Vert. sync. Ground (Green) DDC Clock /----- Ground (Blue) CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR (D-sub 9 pin) Serial ----- R X D...

  • Page 77: 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 . Factory default set No: 1 2 3 4* Logo PIN Code Lock No . Factory default set No: 4 3 2 1* *Should the four-digit number be changed, the factory set number will be invalid. 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.

  • Page 78: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions Unit: inch(mm) Screw Holes for Ceiling Mount Screw: M4 Depth: 0.472(12.0) 13.16(334.2) 3.17(80.5) 5.08(129.0) 5.20(132.0) 5.08(129.0) 4.43(112.5)
  • Page 79 U.S.A. Canada EIKI International, Inc. EIKI CANADA - Eiki International, Inc. 30251 Esperanza P.O. Box 156, 310 First St. - Unit 2, Rancho Santa Margarita Midland, ON, L4R 4K8, Canada CA 92688-2132 Tel : 800-563-3454 (705)-527-4084 U.S.A. Fax : 800-567-4069 (705)-527-4087...

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