PLC-XP41 PLC-XP41L: Multimedia Projector
PLC-XP41 PLC-XP41L: Multimedia Projector
PLC-XP41 PLC-XP41L: Multimedia Projector
MODEL PLC-XP41
PLC-XP41L (Lensless)
Owners Manual
TO THE OWNER
Before operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly and operate the projector properly.
This projector provides many convenient features and functions. Operating the projector properly enables you to
manage those features and maintains it in better condition for a considerable time.
Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other
accidents.
If your projector seems to operate improperly, read this manual again, check operations and cable connections and try
the solutions in the Trouble-shooting section of the end of this booklet. If the problem still persists, contact the sales
dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This projector produces intense light from the projection lens. Do not stare directly into the lens as possible.
Eye damage could result. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam.
This projector should be set in the way indicated. If not, it may result in a fire hazard.
Take appropriate space on the top, sides and rear of the projector SIDE and TOP REAR
cabinet for allowing air circulation and cooling the projector. 20cm
Minimum distance should be taken. If the projector is to be built
into a compartment or similarly enclosed, the minimum distances
must be maintained. Do not cover the ventilation slot on the
projector. Heat build-up can reduce the service life of your 50cm 50cm 50cm
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT
VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT. OWNER'S MANUAL WITH THIS UNIT.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before This projector should be operated only from the type of power
the product is operated. source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supplied, consult your authorized dealer or
Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later local power company.
use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
cloth for cleaning. result in fire or electric shock. Do not allow anything to rest on
the power cord. Do not locate this projector where the cord
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector. may be damaged by persons walking on it.
For added protection to the projector during a lightning storm, Do not attempt to service this projector yourself as opening or
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
due to lightning and power line surges. personnel.
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COMPLIANCES
Federal Communication Commission Notice
Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 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 :
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such
changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Model Number : PLC-XP41/PLC-XP41L
Trade Name : Sanyo
Responsible party : SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No. : (818)998-7322
THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEO MODE 30
CONNECTING PROJECTOR 11
SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 30
TERMINALS OF PROJECTOR 11 SELECTING VIDEO SYSTEM 31
CONNECTING TO COMPUTER 12 PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 32
CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 13 IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 32
IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 33
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 34
BEFORE OPERATION 14
TRADEMARKS
Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc.
IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc.
Windows and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Each name of corporations or products in the owner's manual is a trademark or a registered trademark of its
respective corporation.
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FEATURES AND DESIGN
This Multimedia Projector is designed with 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.
Keystone Correction
Compatibility
Positioning of a projector may result in distorted image
This projector widely accepts various video and being displayed in a trapezoid shape. Keystone
computer input signals including; Correction solves this problem by digitally altering
Computers projection to produce undistorted images.
IBM-compatible or Macintosh computer up to 1280
x 1024 resolution. Power Management
6 Color Systems
Power Management function is provided to reduce power
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M or PAL-
consumption while a projector is not in use.
N color system can be connected.
This Power Management function operates to turn
Component Video Projection Lamp off when a projector detects signal
Component video signal, such as a DVD player interruption and any button is not pressed over 5
output high definition TV signals including 480i, minutes. Projection Lamp is automatically turned on
480p, 575i, 575p, 720p, 1035i or 1080i, can be again when a projector detects signal or any operation
connected. button is pressed.
S-Video This projector is shipped with this function ON.
S-Video signal, such as a S-VHS VCR output
signal, can be connected. Digital Visual Interface
This projector is equipped with DVI 24-pin terminal for
High Resolution Image connecting DVI output from a computer.
This projector provides 1024 x 768 dots resolution for
computer input and 800 horizontal TV lines. Resolution
Laser Pointer Function
from a computer between XGA (1024 x 768) and SXGA Remote Control Unit supplied with this projector includes
(1280 x 1024) is compressed into 1024 x 768 dots. This Laser Pointer function. This function helps you to make
projector cannot display image of over 1280 x 1024 dots. a smart presentation on a projected screen.
When resolution of your computer is over than 1280 x
1024, reset a computer output for lower resolution. Wireless Mouse
Remote Control Unit supplied with this projector has
Multi-Scan System Wireless Mouse function for a connected computer. This
This projector has Multi-Scan System to conform to function enables you to operate both projector and
almost all computer output signals quickly. There is no computer with Remote Control Unit only.
need for troublesome manual adjustment of frequency
and other settings. Multilanguage Menu Display
Operation menu is displayed in; English, German,
One-Touch Auto PC Adjustment French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish,
Chinese, Korean or Japanese.
Incoming computer video signals are recognized and
best adjustment is automatically set by Auto PC
PJ-Net Organizer (Optional)
Adjustment. No complicated setup is necessary and
projection is always precise. PJ-Net Organizer is an optional product to control and
set up a projector via the network cable. By accessing to
Motor-driven Lens Shift the connected projector using the web browser on your
computer. It can be controlled and set up the projector
Projection lens can be moved up and down with motor-
remotely. Contact the sales dealer where you purchased
driven lens shift function. This function makes it easy to
this projector for optional parts.
provide projected image where you want.
Zoom and focus can be also adjusted with motor-driven
operation.
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PREPARATION
FRONT OF CABINET
TOP CONTROLS
AND INDICATORS
PROJECTION LENS
AIR INTAKE
VENT
INFRARED
LENS COVER REMOTE RECEIVER
SPEAKERS
ADJUSTABLE FEET
AND
FEET LOCK LATCHES
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PREPARATION
SETTING-UP PROJECTOR
CONNECTING AC POWER CORD
This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240
V AC. This projector automatically selects correct input voltage. It
is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a
grounded neutral conductor. To reduce risk of electrical shock, do
not plug into any other type of power system.
Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not sure
of type of power supply being in use.
Connect a projector with a peripheral equipment before turning a
projector on. (Refer to pages 11 ~ 13 for connection.)
CAUTION
For safety, unplug AC Power Cord when an appliance is not
used. Connect AC Power Cord (supplied) to a projector.
When this projector is connected to outlet with AC Power Cord, AC outlet must be near this equipment and must
an appliance is in Stand-by Mode and consumes a little electric be easily accessible.
power.
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PREPARATION
POSITIONING PROJECTOR
This projector is designed to project on a flat ROOM LIGHT
projection surface. Brightness in room has a great influence on
Projector can be focused from 4.6 (1.4m) ~ 47.3 picture quality. It is recommended to limit
(14.4m). ambient lighting in order to provide best
Refer to figure below to adjust screen size. image.
47.3(14.4m)
35.4(10.8m) 400
Max. Zoom
23.6(7.2m)
300
11.8(3.6m) 308
4.6(1.4m) 200
231 Min. Zoom
100 154
40
77
31
1
10 : 0
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PREPARATION
ADJUSTABLE FEET
Picture tilt and projection angle can be adjusted by
rotating ADJUSTABLE FEET. Projection angle can be
adjusted to 10.5 degrees.
Lift front of a projector and pull FEET LOCK LATCHES
1 on both sides of a projector.
Release FEET LOCK LATCHES to lock ADJUSTABLE
2 FEET and rotate ADJUSTABLE FEET to fine tune
position and tilt.
To shorten ADJUSTABLE FEET, lift front of a projector
3 and pull and undo FEET LOCK LATCHES.
MOVING PROJECTOR
Use Carry Handle when moving a Projector.
When moving a projector, replace lens cover and retract
feet to prevent damage to lens and cabinet.
When this projector is not in use for an extended period,
put it into case (dust cover) supplied with this projector.
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CONNECTING PROJECTOR
TERMINALS OF PROJECTOR
This projector has input and output terminals on its back for connecting computers and video equipment. Refer to figures on
pages 11 to 13 and connect properly.
COMPUTER INPUT
COMPUTER AUDIO TERMINALS (DIGITAL/ANALOG)
INPUT (1 and 2) JACKS Connect computer (digital/analog)
Connect an audio output output to one of these terminals.
(stereo) from computer to (Refer to P12.)
these jacks.
R/C JACK
(Refer to P12.) When using Wired/Wireless
Remote Control Unit as Wired
Remote Control, Connect
Wired Remote Control Unit to
USB CONNECTOR (Series B) INPUT 1 this jack with Remote Control
ANALOG DIGITAL(DVI-D)
R/C JACK Cable (supplied).
When controlling computer with
Remote Control Unit of this
CONTROL PORT
projector, connect mouse port AUDIO 1
USB RESET
AUDIO 2
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CONNECTING PROJECTOR
CONNECTING TO COMPUTER
Cables used for connection ( = Cable or adapter is not supplied with this projector.)
VGA Cable (HDB 15 pin) USB Cable
DVI-Digital Cable (for Single Link T.M.D.S.) MAC Adapter (When connecting to Macintosh computer)
BNC Cable Audio Cables (RCA x 2 and Mini Plug (stereo) x 1)
Control Cable for PS/2 Port, Serial Port or ADB Port
Monitor Output Monitor Output USB port Audio Output Serial port PS/2 port ADB port
VGA Cable
COMPUTER
Use one of these Control
AUDIO IN 1 or 2
Cables corresponding with
terminal of your computer.
USB
COMPUTER IN ANALOG COMPUTER IN DIGITAL CONTROL
PORT
INPUT 1
ANALOG DIGITAL(DVI-D)
R/C JACK
G B R H/V V
INPUT 3
(MONO)
Terminals
of a Projector
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CONNECTING PROJECTOR
Composite Component Video Output Composite Component Video Output Audio Output S-VIDEO Output
Video Output (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr) Video Output (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr)
Video Cables
(RCA x 1 or
Audio Cable S-VIDEO
RCA x 3)
BNC Cable (RCA x 2) Cable
INPUT 1
ANALOG DIGITAL(DVI-D)
R/C JACK
G B R H/V V
(MONO)
INPUT 3
Terminals
of a Projector
NOTE :
When connecting cable, power cords of
both a projector and external equipment
should be disconnected from AC outlet.
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BEFORE OPERATION
LOCK
INPUT BUTTON
ALL OF
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BEFORE OPERATION
Operating Range
ZOOM BUTTON ON-OFF Point Remote Control Unit toward
Used to adjust zoom. projector (Receiver Window)
(P20) whenever pressing any button.
LOCK ZOOM FOCUS VOLUME VOLUME BUTTON Maximum operating range for
Used to adjust volume. Remote Control Unit is about 16.4
(P21) (5m) and 60 in front and rear of a
projector.
FOCUS BUTTON MUTE D.ZOOM INPUT
Used to adjust focus. D.ZOOM BUTTON
(P20) Used to select DIGITAL
MENU ZOOM +/ mode and
MUTE BUTTON resize image. (P29)
60
Used to mute sound.(P21)
KEYSTONE BUTTON
Used to correct
keystone distortion. 16.4
(P20, 35)
LASER (5 m)
KEYSTONE
NO SHOW BUTTON FREEZE BUTTON
LENS SHIFT Used to freeze picture.
Used to turn picture into
NO SHOW FREEZE (P21)
black image. (P21)
IMAGE BUTTON
AUTO PC ADJ. BUTTON AUTO PC ADJ. IMAGE
Used to select image
Use to operate AUTO PC P-TIMER level. (P27, 32)
Adjustment function. (P23)
16.4
LENS SHIFT BUTTON
(5 m)
WIRED REMOTE JACK Used to select LENS
When using as Wired SHIFT function. (P20) 60
Remote Control, connect
Remote Control Cable to
this jack.
Battery installation is
required when using as
Wired Remote Control.
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BEFORE OPERATION
LAMP REPLACE INDICATOR WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR READY INDICATOR LAMP INDICATOR
Turns to yellow when Flashes red when Lights green when a Becomes dim when a
life of projection lamp internal projector projector is ready to be projector is turned on.
draws to an end. (P39) temperature is too turned on. And it And bright when a
high. (P38) flashes green in Power projector is in stand-by
Management mode. mode.
(P36)
ZOOM BUTTON
Used to adjust zoom.
(P20)
FOCUS BUTTON
Used to adjust focus.
(P20)
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BEFORE OPERATION
2 MOVING POINTER
SELECT BUTTON
Move pointer ( see below) or adjust value of item by pressing Used to select item.
POINT button(s) on Top Control or on Remote Control Unit.
Pointer is icon on ON-SCREEN MENU to select item. See fig- TOP CONTROL
ures on section "FLOW OF ON-SCREEN MENU OPERATION"
below.
POINT BUTTONS
Used to move Pointer
3 SELECT ITEM UP/ DOWN/ RIGHT/
LEFT.
Select item or set selected function by pressing SELECT button.
SELECT BUTTON
Used to select item.
ITEM DATA
Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT
buttons to adjust value or
set function.
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BEFORE OPERATION
MENU BAR
FOR PC SOURCE Press MENU BUTTON while connecting to PC input source.
FOR VIDEO SOURCE Press MENU BUTTON while connecting to VIDEO input source.
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BEFORE OPERATION
When Power Management function is ON, projector detects signal interruption and turns off Projection Lamp automatically.
Refer to Power Management on page 35.
When WARNING TEMP. Indicator flashes red, projector is automatically turned off. Wait at least 5 minutes before turning on
projector again.
When WARNING TEMP. Indicator continues to flash, follow procedures below:
1. Press POWER ON-OFF button to turn a projector off and disconnect AC Power Cord from an AC outlet.
2. Check Air Filters for dust accumulation.
3. Clean Air Filters. (See "AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING" section on page 38.)
4. Turn a projector on again.
If WARNING TEMP. Indicator should still continue to flash, contact sales dealer where you purchased this projector or
service center.
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BASIC OPERATION
ADJUSTING SCREEN
ZOOM ADJUSTMENT
Press ZOOM button on Top Control or ZOOM / button on
1 Remote Control Unit. Message Zoom is displayed.
Press ZOOM button or POINT UP button to make image
2 larger, and press ZOOM button or POINT DOWN button to Zoom
make image smaller.
FOCUS ADJUSTMENT
Press FOCUS button on Top Control or FOCUS / button on
1 Remote Control Unit. Message Focus is displayed.
Adjust focus of image by pressing FOCUS / button or
2 POINT UP/DOWN button(s) . Focus
NOTE;
Focus adjustment may not function properly if the image is
corrected by KEYSTONE adjustment. Message disappears after 4 seconds.
KEYSTONE ADJUSTMENT
If a projected picture has keystone distortion, correct the image with KEYSTONE adjustment.
Press KEYSTONE button on Remote Control Unit or select
1 Keystone on SETTING menu. (Refer to page 35.) Keystone
dialog box appears.
Reduce the upper width Reduce the lower width Reduce the left part with Reduce the right part with
with POINT UP button. with POINT DOWN button. POINT LEFT button. POINT RIGHT button.
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BASIC OPERATION
NO SHOW FUNCTION
Press NO SHOW button on Remote Control Unit to black out image.
To restore to normal, press NO SHOW button again or press any
No show
other button except POINT / SELECT / RIGHT CLICK / LASER button.
P-TIMER FUNCTION
Press P-TIMER button on Remote Control unit. Timer display 00 : 00
appears on screen and timer starts to count time (00 : 00 ~ 59 : 59).
To stop P-TIMER display, press P-TIMER button. And then, press P-
TIMER button again to cancel P-TIMER function.
SOUND ADJUSTMENT
Indicates roughly level of
DIRECT OPERATION volume.
Volume
Press VOLUME (+/) button(s) on Top Control or on Remote Control
Unit to adjust volume. Volume dialog box appears on screen for a few
seconds.
(+) button to increase volume, and () button for decreasing.
Mute
Press MUTE button on Remote Control Unit to cut off sound. To Press MUTE button to set
Mute function On or Off.
restore sound to its previous level, press MUTE button again or press
Volume (+/) button(s). Display disappears after 4 seconds.
MENU OPERATION
Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press SOUND MENU
1 POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to move a red frame pointer to
SOUND Menu icon.
Indicates roughly
Volume level of volume.
To increase volume, press POINT RIGHT button, and press POINT
Close SOUND Menu.
LEFT button for decreasing.
Mute
Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to cut off sound. Dialog box
display is changed to On and sound is cut off. To restore sound to
its previous level, press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) again.
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COMPUTER INPUT
MENU OPERATION
Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press
1 POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select Input and press SELECT
button. Another dialog box INPUT SELECT Menu will appear.
INPUT Menu icon
appear.
Source Select Menu
Press POINT DOWN button and a red-arrow icon will appear.
3 Move arrow to "RGB", and then press SELECT button.
Move a pointer to RGB and
press SELECT button.
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COMPUTER INPUT
PC ADJUSTMENT
AUTO PC ADJUSTMENT
Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots and Picture Position to conform to your
computer. Auto PC Adjustment function can be operated as follows.
Auto PC Adj.
Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press PC ADJUST MENU
1 POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to move a red frame pointer to PC
ADJUST Menu icon.
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COMPUTER INPUT
MANUAL PC ADJUSTMENT
This projector can automatically tune to display signals from most personal computers currently distributed. However, some
computers employ special signal formats which are different from standard ones and may not be tuned by Multi-Scan system
of this projector. If this happens, projector cannot reproduce a proper image and image may be recognized as a flickering
picture, a non-synchronized picture, a non-centered picture or a skewed picture.
This projector has a Manual PC Adjustment to enable you to precisely adjust several parameters to match with those special
signal formats. This projector has 5 independent memory areas to memorize those parameters manually adjusted. This
enables you to recall setting for a specific computer whenever you use it.
Note : This PC ADJUST Menu cannot be operated when in digital signal input on DVI terminal and RGB is selected on PC
SYSTEM MENU (P23).
Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press PC ADJUST MENU
1 POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to move a red frame pointer to PC
ADJUST Menu icon.
Horizontal
Adjusts horizontal picture position. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT
button(s) to adjust position.
Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT
button to adjust value.
Vertical
Adjusts vertical picture position. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT
Press SELECT button at this icon to
button(s) to adjust position. adjust Clamp, Display area (H/V) or
set Full screen.
Current mode
Press SELECT button to show information of computer selected.
Clamp
Current mode
Adjusts clamp position. When image has a dark bar(s), try this
adjustment.
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COMPUTER INPUT
Display area
Selects area displayed with this projector. Select resolution at
Display area dialog box. Press SELECT button at
Display area icon and Display
Display area H area dialog box appears.
Adjustment of horizontal area displayed with this projector. Press Display area
POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to decrease/increase value and then
press SELECT button.
Display area V
Adjustment of vertical area displayed with this projector. Press
POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to decrease/increase value and then
press SELECT button. Press POINT LEFT
/RIGHT button(s) to
adjust value and then
Full screen press SELECT button.
Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to switch Full screen function to
On or Off. Set On to resize image with 4 x 3 aspect ratio to fit
screen.
NOTE : Display area (H/V) and Full screen cannot be adjusted when
1035i (HDTV) or 1080i (HDTV) is selected on PC To store adjustment data.
SYSTEM Menu (P23). This Mode has parameters being stored.
3 Store
To store adjustment parameters, move a red frame pointer to
Store icon and then press SELECT button. Move a red arrow
pointer to any of Mode 1 to 5 that you want to store and then
press SELECT button.
Mode free
To clear adjustment parameters previously set, move a red
frame pointer to Mode free icon and then SELECT button. Move
a red arrow pointer to Mode that you want to clear and then Vacant Mode Shows values of Total dots,
press SELECT button. Horizontal, Vertical, Display
area H, and Display area V.
Other icons operates as follows. Store icon
Reset
Reset all adjust parameters on adjustment dialog box to previous To clear adjustment data.
figure.
Quit
Closes PC ADJUST MENU.
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COMPUTER INPUT
When a input signal is digital from DVI terminal, refer to chart below.
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COMPUTER INPUT
Standard Real
Normal picture level preset on this projector.
Image 1
Real
Picture level with improved halftone for graphics.
Image 2
IMAGE 1~4
User preset picture adjustment in IMAGE ADJUST Menu (P28). Image 3
Image 4
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COMPUTER INPUT
Brightness
Press POINT LEFT button to adjust image darker, and POINT
Selected Image level
RIGHT button to adjust brighter. (From 0 to 63.)
3 Store
To store manually preset image, move a red frame pointer to
Store icon and press SELECT button. Image Level Menu will
appear. Move a red frame pointer to Image 1 to 4 where you
want to set and then press SELECT button.
Quit
Closes IMAGE MENU.
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COMPUTER INPUT
True
Provides image in its original size. When original image size is larger
than screen size (1024 x 768), this projector enters Digital zoom + NOTE
mode automatically. True and Digital zoom +/ cannot be operated
when RGB, 1035i (HDTV) or 1080i (HDTV) is
Wide selected on PC SYSTEM Menu (P23).
Provides image to fit wide video aspect ratio (16 : 9) by expanding Wide cannot be selected when 720p (HDTV),
image width uniformly. This function can be used for providing a 1035i (HDTV) or 1080i (HDTV) is selected on
squeezed video signal at 16 : 9. PC SYSTEM Menu (P23).
This projector cannot display any resolution higher
Digital zoom + than 1280 X 1024. If your computers screen
resolution is higher than 1280 X 1024, reset
When Digital zoom + is selected, ON-SCREEN MENU disappears resolution to lower before connecting projector.
and message D. Zoom + is displayed. Press SELECT button to
Image data in other than XGA (1024 x 768) is
expand image size. And press POINT UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT
modified to fit screen size in initial mode.
button(s) to pan image. Panning function can work only when image
is larger than screen size. Panning function may not operate properly if
A projected image can be also expanded by pressing D.ZOOM computer system prepared on PC ADJUST Menu
button on Remote Control Unit. is used.
Digital Zoom
When Digital zoom is selected, ON-SCREEN MENU disappears
and message D. Zoom is displayed. Press SELECT button to
compress image size.
A projected image can be also compressed by pressing D.ZOOM
button on Remote Control Unit.
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VIDEO INPUT
Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press INPUT Menu icon
1 POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to move a red frame pointer to
INPUT Menu icon. Move a pointer (red arrow) to
Input 2 and press SELECT
Press POINT DOWN button to move a red arrow pointer to Input button.
2 2 and then press SELECT button. Source Select Menu will Input 2
appear. Source Select Menu
Move a pointer to source that you want to select and then press Move a pointer to Video or
3 SELECT button. Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr and press
SELECT button.
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VIDEO INPUT
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VIDEO INPUT
Standard Cinema
Normal picture level preset on this projector.
Image 1
Cinema
Picture level adjusted for picture with fine tone.
Image 2
IMAGE 1~4
User preset picture adjustment in IMAGE ADJUST Menu (P34). Image 3
Image 4
Cinema
Move red frame pointer to level
Picture level adjusted for picture with fine tone. and press SELECT button.
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VIDEO INPUT
Contrast
Press POINT LEFT button to decrease contrast, and POINT RIGHT
button to increase contrast. (From 0 to 63.)
Brightness
Press POINT LEFT button to adjust image darker, and POINT
RIGHT button to adjust brighter. (From 0 to 63.)
Color
Press POINT LEFT button to lighten color, and POINT RIGHT button Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons
to deeper color. (From 0 to 63.) to adjust value.
Sharpness
Press POINT LEFT button to soften image, and POINT RIGHT
button to sharpen image. (From 0 to 15.)
Press SELECT button at this icon to
store value.
Gamma
Press either POINT LEFT button or POINT RIGHT button to obtain
better balance of contrast. (From 0 to 15.) NOTE :
Tint cannot be adjusted when video system is PAL,
Noise reduction SECAM, PAL-M or PAL-N.
Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to change noise reduction mode. Noise Reduction cannot be operated when video
Dialog box display is changed to On to reduce noise (rough parts) of signal types and systems as follow.
image. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) again, to change noise Composite video signal (SECAM, NTSC4.43,
reduction mode to off. PAL-M and PAL-N systems).
S-video signal (SECAM, PAL-M and PAL-N
Progressive scan systems).
Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to change progressive scan Component video signal.
mode. Dialog box display is changed to Off and progressive scan Progressive cannot be operated when 480p,
mode to off. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) again, progressive 575p, 720p, 1035i or 1080i is selected on AV
scan mode to on. SYSTEM MENU (P31).
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VIDEO INPUT
3 Store
To store adjustment data, move a red frame pointer to Store icon
and press SELECT button. Image Level Menu will appear.
Move a red frame pointer to Image Level 1 to 4 and then press
SELECT button.
Image Level Menu
Other icons operates as follows. Move a red frame pointer to
image icon to be set and
Reset then press SELECT button.
Reset all adjustment to previous figure.
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SETTING
SETTING MENU
Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press SETTING MENU
1 POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to move a red-frame pointer to
SETTING icon.
Press POINT DOWN button to move a red-frame pointer to item
2 that you want to set and then press SELECT button. Setting Set a red frame SETTING Menu icon
pointer to item and
dialog box appears.
press SELECT
Language button.
Logo
When this function is On, projector displays our logo when starting up.
Move a pointer to item and
Ceiling then press POINT
When this function is On, picture is top / bottom and left / right LEFT/RIGHT button(s).
reversed. This function is used to project image from a ceiling mounted
projector.
Ceiling function
Rear
When this function is On, picture is left / right reversed. This function is
used to project image to a rear projection screen.
Power management
This function turns Projection Lamp off when this projector detects
signal interruption and is not used for a certain period in order to Rear function
reduce power consumption and maintain Lamp-life. (This projector is
shipped with this function ON.)
Power Management function operates to turn Projection Lamp off
when input signal is interrupted and any button is not pressed over 5
minutes. This function operates as follows;
1. When any input signal is interrupted, No signal and counting
down display appears (for 5 minutes).
2. After counting down for 5 minutes, projector lamp and READY
indicator are turned off.
3. When READY indicator flashing, Projection Lamp can be turned
on again (Power Management mode).
In this Power Management mode, Projection Lamp is
automatically turned on when input signal connected or projector Time left until Lamp off.
is operated with any button on Top Control or on Remote Control
Unit again.
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SETTING
On start
When this function is On, projector is automatically turned on just
by connecting AC Power cord to a wall outlet.
Note ; Be sure to turn projector off properly (refer to section
TURNING OFF PROJECTOR on P19). If projector is turned
off in wrong steps, On Start function does not operate
properly.
Lamp mode
When selecting the " " (Eco), the projector reduce the brightness
and set into the low power consumption mode.
USB
Projector mode
Select " " when controlling a projector with computer.
PJ-Net Organizer
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SETTING/APPENDIX
Lamp counter reset Lamp
counter reset
This function is used to reset Lamp Replace Counter. When
replacing Projection Lamp, reset Lamp Replace Counter by using
this function. Refer to page 39 for operation.
Quit
Closes SETTING MENU.
INSTALLATION
To use Wireless Remote Control Unit as Wireless Mouse for a Personal Computer, installation of mouse driver (not supplied)
is required. Make sure that mouse driver is properly installed in your computer. And make sure that mouse port (or USB
port) of a Personal Computer is activated.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR
WARNING TEMP. Indicator flashes red when an internal temperature of a projector exceeds normal temperature. This
Indicator stops flashing when temperature of a projector returns to normal.
When WARNING TEMP. Indicator continues to flash, check items listed below.
Ventilation Slots of a projector may be blocked. In such an event, reposition a projector so that Ventilation Slots are
1 not obstructed.
Air Filter may be clogged with dust particles. Clean Air Filter by following section AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING
2 below.
If WARNING TEMP. Indicator remains on after performing above checks, Cooling Fans or Internal Circuits may be
3 malfunctioning. Contact service personnel from an authorized dealer or a service station.
CAUTION
Do not operate a projector with Air Filter removed. Dust
may accumulate on LCD Panel and Projection Mirror
degrading picture quality. AIR FILTER
Do not put small parts into Air Intake Vents. It may result Pull up and remove.
in malfunction of a projector.
RECOMMENDATION
We recommend avoiding dusty/smoky environments when operating a projector. Usage in these environments
may cause poor image quality.
When using under dusty or smoky conditions, dust may accumulate on a lens, liquid crystal panels, or optical elements
inside a projector. This condition may degrade quality of a projected image.
When above symptoms are noticed, contact your authorized dealer or service station for proper cleaning.
Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cleaning cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner.
1 Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch a surface.
Lightly wipe a cleaning cloth over Projection Lens.
2
When a projector is not in use, replace Lens Cover.
3
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APPENDIX
LAMP REPLACEMENT
When life of Projection Lamp of this projector draws to an end, LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator lights yellow. When a
projected image becomes dark or color of an image becomes unnatural, replacement of Projection Lamp is required.
CAUTION CAUTION
For continued safety, replace with a lamp Do not drop a lamp assembly or touch a glass
assembly of same type. bulb! Glass can shatter and may cause injury.
Allow a projector to cool for at least 45
minutes before you open Lamp Cover. Inside
of a projector can become very hot.
Turn projector on, press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to
1 move a red frame pointer to SETTING Menu icon (refer to page 37).
Press POINT DOWN button to move a red frame pointer to Lamp counter reset and then press SELECT button.
2 Message "Lamp replace counter reset?" is displayed. Move pointer to [Yes] and then press SELECT button.
Another confirmation dialog box appears and select [Yes] to reset Lamp Replace Counter.
3
Do not reset Lamp Replace Counter except after Projection Lamp is replaced.
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APPENDIX
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check matters below once again.
1. Make sure you have connected a projector to your computer or video equipment as described in section "CONNECTING
PROJECTOR" on pages 11 ~ 13.
2. Check cable connection. Verify that all computer, video and power cord are properly connected.
3. Verify that all power is switched on.
4. If a projector still does not produce an image, re-start your computer.
5. If an image still does not appear, unplug a projector from your computer and check your computer monitor's display.
Problem may be with your graphics controller rather than with a projector. (When you reconnect a projector, be sure to
turn computer and monitor off before you power up a projector. Power equipment back on in order of : Projector and
computer.)
6. If problem still exists, check following chart.
Check WARNING TEMP. indicator. If indicator flashes red, a projector cannot be turned
on.
(See "TURNING ON/OFF PROJECTOR" section on page 19.)
Check Projection Lamp. (Refer to page 39.)
Picture is Left/Right Check Ceiling / Rear feature. (See SETTING section on page 35.)
reversed.
Picture is Check Ceiling feature. (See SETTING section on page 35.)
Top/Bottom
reversed.
Some displays are Check Display feature.(See SETTING section on page 35.)
not seen during
Operation.
No image. Check connection between your computer or video equipment and a projector.
When turning a projector on, it takes about 30 seconds to display an image.
Check system that you select is corresponding with your computer or video equipment.
Make sure temperature is not out of Operating Temperature (5C ~ 35C).
No sound. Check audio cable connection from audio input source.
Adjust audio source.
Press VOLUME (+) button.
Press MUTE button.
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APPENDIX
SERVICE
WARNING: High voltages are used to operate this projector. Do not attempt to open cabinet.
You can often correct operating problems yourself. If a projector fails to work properly, see "TROUBLESHOOT-
ING" section on page 40, 41. To correct failure, try "Solutions".
If after following all operating instructions, you find that service is necessary, contact Sanyo Service Station or
store where you purchased unit.
Give model number and explain difficulty. We will advise you how to obtain service.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Projector Type Multi-media Projector
Dimensions (W x H x D) 12.6" x 6.6" x 16.8" (319 mm x 168 mm x 429.5 mm)
Net Weight 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg)
LCD Panel System 1.3" TFT Active Matrix type, 3 panels
Panel Resolution 1024 x 768 dots
Number of Pixels 2,359,296 (1024 x 768 x 3 panels)
Color System PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M and PAL-N
High Definition TV Signal 480i, 480p, 575i, 575p, 720p, 1035i and 1080i
Scanning Frequency H-sync. 15 ~ 100 KHz, V-sync. 50 ~ 100 Hz
Projection Lens F1.8 ~ 2.1 lens with f=48.4 mm ~ 62.8 mm Motor zoom and focus
Throw distance 4.6' (1.4 m) ~ 47.3' (14.4 m)
Motorized Lens Shift Up and Down
Projection Image Size (Diagonal) Adjustable from 31" to 400"
Horizontal Resolution 800 TV lines (HDTV)
Projection Lamp 275 watt type
Input 1 Jacks DVI Terminal (Digital), HDB 15-pin Terminal (Analog)
and Stereo Mini Type Jack (Audio)
Input 2 Jacks BNC Type x 5 (G or VIDEO/Y, B or Cb/Pb, R or Cr/Pr, H and V), Stereo Mini
Type Jack (Audio)
Input 3 Jacks RCA Type x 3 (VIDEO/Y, Cb/Pb and Cr/Pr), RCA Type x 2 (Audio R and L)
and DIN 4-pin (S-Video)
Other Jacks DIN 8-pin (Control port), USB port (Series B receptacle), Wired Remote Jack
and PJ-Net Organizer Connector
Built-in Speakers INT. SP. Stereo (R and L), 2 watt RMS (T.H.D. 10%)
Feet Adjustment 0 to 10.5
Voltage and AC 100 ~ 120 V (4.8 A Max. Ampere), 50 / 60 Hz (The U.S.A and Canada)
Power Consumption AC 200 ~ 240 V (2.4 A Max. Ampere), 50 / 60 Hz (Continental Europe and The U.K.)
Operating Temperature 41 F ~ 95 F (5 C ~ 35 C)
Storage Temperature 14 F ~ 140 F (-10 C ~ 60 C)
Remote Control Transmitter Power Source : AA, UM3 or R06 Type x 2
Operating Range : 16.4 (5m) / 30
Dimensions : 2.2 x 1.3 x 7.6 (55mm x 34mm x 192mm)
Net Weight : 0.36 lbs (165 g) (including batteries)
Laser Pointer : Class II Laser (Max. Output : 1mW / Wave length : 65020nm)
Accessories Owners Manual
AC Power Cord
Wireless/Wired Remote Control Transmitter and Batteries
Remote Control Cable
VGA Cable
MAC/VGA Adapter
3 Types Control Cable (For PS/2, Serial and ADB port)
Protective Dust Cover
Lens Cover
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APPENDIX
CONFIGURATIONS OF TERMINALS
COMPUTER INPUT-1 TERMINAL (ANALOG)
Terminal : HDB15-PIN
Connect display output terminal of computer to this terminal with VGA Cable (supplied). When connecting Macintosh
computer, MAC Adapter (supplied) is required.
Pin Configuration
1 Vcc
2 - Data
2 1
3 + Data
4 Ground
3 4
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Printed in Japan
Part No. 610 297 8445 (1AA6P1P3150-- MB8AA)
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd