Sanyo PLC-XU101, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Multimedia Projector MODEL PLC XU101 PLC XU101K ...

Page 2: ...ish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Finnish Polish Hungarian Romanian Russian Chinese Korean or Japanese p 42 Logo Function The Logo function allows you to customize the screen logo with the Logo functions pp 43 44 You can capture an image for the screen logo choose a logo between provided and captured Power Management The Power management function reduces power consumption and maintains the lamp life p ...

Page 3: ...rate the On Screen Menu 21 Menu Bar 22 Zoom and Focus Adjustment 23 Sound Adjustment 23 Remote Control Operation 24 Computer Input 26 Input Source Selection 26 Computer System Selection 27 Auto PC Adjustment 28 Manual PC Adjustment 29 Image Mode Selection 31 Image Adjustment 32 Screen Size Adjustment 33 Video Input 35 Input Source Selection Video S Video 35 Input Source Selection Component RGB Sca...

Page 4: ...ace on the top sides and rear of the projector cabinet is critical for proper air circulation and cooling of the unit The dimension shown here indicate the minimum space required If the projector is to be built into a compartment or similarly enclosed these minimum distances must be maintained Do not cover the ventilation slot on the projector Heat build up can reduce the service life of your proj...

Page 5: ...ltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the projector Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of air conditioning equipment This projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supplied consult your authorized dealer or local...

Page 6: ...ans are provided to cool down the projector The fans running speed is changed according to the temperature inside the projector Air Circulation Air Intake Vents Air Intake Vent Exhaust Vent Hot air exhaust Air Intake Vent CAUTION IN CARRYING OR TRANSPORTING THE PROJECTOR Do not drop or bump the projector otherwise damages or malfunctions may result When carrying the projector use a suitable carryi...

Page 7: ...ng the projector as described below when installing Positioning Precautions Do not tilt the projector more than 10 degrees from side to side Do not put the projector on either side to project an image 10 10 10 10 10 10 In upward projection do not tilt the projector over 10 degrees right and left In downward projection do not tilt the projector over 10 degrees right and left Safety Instructions Fan...

Page 8: ...isted by the Underwriters Laboratories UL and certified by the Canadian Standard Association CSA AC Power Cord has a grounding type AC line plug This is a safety feature to be sure that the plug will fit into the power outlet Do not try to defeat this safety feature Should you be unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician GROUND THE SOCKET OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR TH...

Page 9: ... exhaust vents Do not put heat sensitive objects near this side e r t y Front 0 o q w u o o 4 i Speaker o Air Intake Vents 0 Terminals and Connectors 1 Power Cord Connector 2 Lamp Cover 3 Filter 4 Adjustable Feet Kensington Security Slot This slot is for a Kensington lock used to deter theft of the projector Kensington is a registered trademark of ACCO Brands Corporation Part Names and Functions o...

Page 10: ... jack p 16 w COMPUTER IN 2 COMPONENT IN Connect the computer or component video or RGB Scart output signal to this terminal Use the supplied VGA cable or a Component VGA cable not supplied i AUDIO OUT VARIABLE Connect an external audio amplifier to this jack pp 15 17 This terminal outputs sound from AUDIO IN terminal y or u q SERVICE PORT This jack is used to service the projector r COMPUTER IN 1 ...

Page 11: ...s in stand by mode Lights green during operations Blinks green in the Power management mode pp 46 60 e COMPUTER 1 button Select COMPUTER 1 input source p 26 0 MENU button Open or close the On Screen Menu p 21 t POINT ed7 8 VOLUME buttons Select an item or adjust the value in the On Screen Menu p 21 Pan the image in the Digital zoom mode p 34 Adjust the volume level Point 7 8 buttons p 23 Top Contr...

Page 12: ...n Automatically adjust the computer image to its optimum setting pp 25 28 3 IMAGE button Select the image mode pp 25 31 38 i FREEZE button Freeze the picture p24 1 MUTE button Mute the sound p 23 2 P TIMER button Operate the P timer function p25 o NO SHOW button Temporarily turn off the image on the screen p25 5 KEYSTONE button Correct the keystone distortion pp 24 42 t Point ed 7 8 VOLUME buttons...

Page 13: ...ries Risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Open the battery compartment lid Install new batteries into the compartment Replace the compartment lid Two AA size batteries For correct polarity and be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in the compartment Point the remote control toward the projector Infrared...

Page 14: ...n 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 33 671 x 503 4 3 1 3 m Adjustable Feet Feet Lock Latches Adjustable Feet Projection angle can be adjusted up to approx 9 degrees with the adjustable feet Lift the front of the projector and pull the fee...

Page 15: ... COMPUTER IN 1 Notes Input sound to the COMPUTER COMPONENT AUDIO IN terminal when using the COMPUTER IN 1 and the COMPUTER IN 2 COMPONENT IN terminal as input When connecting the AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected Monitor Output Monitor Input COMPUTER IN 2 COMPONENT IN VGA cable MONITOR OUT Audio cable stereo Unplug the power cords of both the pr...

Page 16: ...deo and audio cable Composite Video and Audio Output S video Output AUDIO IN Audio Input AUDIO OUT stereo R L Video Unplug the power cords of both the projector and external equipment from the AC outlet before connecting cables Notes When connecting the AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected The S VIDEO jack connection overrides the VIDEO jack connec...

Page 17: ... Pr Cr RGB Scart 21 pin Output Audio Output Scart VGA cable Component VGA cable AUDIO OUT stereo Component cable COMPUTER IN 2 COMPONENT IN COMPUTER COMPONENT AUDIO IN Notes When connecting the AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected See page 63 for ordering optional cables RGB Scart signal cannot be output from the MONITOR OUT terminal Unplug the pow...

Page 18: ...ect 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 If you are not sure of the type of power being supplied consult your authorized dealer or service station Connect the projector with all peripheral equipment before turning the projector on CAUTION For sa...

Page 19: ... If you fixed an incorrect number use the Point 7 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...

Page 20: ...ecting the AC power cord to an AC outlet p 46 DO NOT OPERATE THE PROJECTOR CONTINUOUSLY WITHOUT REST CONTINUOUS USE MAY RESULT IN SHORTENING THE LAMP LIFE TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR AND LET STAND FOR ABOUT AN HOUR IN EVERY 24 HOURS The running speed of cooling fans is changed according to the temperature inside the projector Do not put the projector in a case before the projector is cooled enough If t...

Page 21: ...Menu For each adjustment and setting procedure refer to the respective sections in this manual Use the Point 7 8 buttons to select a Menu icon Use the Point ed buttons to select an item in the selected menu Press the SELECT button to show the item data Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the values To close the On Screen Menu press the MENU button again Press the MENU button on the top control or ...

Page 22: ...Color temp White balance R G B Sharpness Gamma Noise reduction Progressive pp 39 40 For video source Same function as computer menu Input Menu Used to select input source either Video or Computer pp 35 36 PC Adjust Menu Used to adjust parameters to match with input signal format pp 28 30 Image Select Menu Used to select an image mode among Dynamic Standard Cinema Blackboard Green and Image 1 4 p 3...

Page 23: ...or AUDIO OUT jack Press the Point 7 8 buttons to cut off the sound Dialog box display will be changed to On and the sound will be cut off To restore the sound to its previous level press the Point 7 8 buttons again Press the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to select and then press the SELECT button Approximate level of the volume Exit the Sound Menu Approxi...

Page 24: ...MPUTER VIDEO button Basic Operation FREEZE button The arrows are white when there is no correction The direction of the arrow being corrected turns red The arrows disappear at the maximum correction If you press the KEYSTONE button on the remote control once more while the keystone dialog box is being displayed the keystone adjustment will be canceled The adjustable range can be limited depending ...

Page 25: ... to zoom in and zoom out the images For more detail see 34 D ZOOM buttons Press the P TIMER button on the remote control The timer display 00 00 will appear on the screen and the timer will start to count time 00 00 59 59 To stop the P Timer press the P TIMER button Press the P TIMER button again then the P timer display will disappear P TIMER button LAMP CONTROL button P Timer display Press the I...

Page 26: ...ECT button 2 When selecting Computer 1 input source will be selected directly When selecting Computer 2 the Source Select Menu appears Move the pointer to RGB and then press the SELECT button 3 Input Menu Computer 1 Computer 2 Input Source Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation Computer Input Move the pointer red arrow to Computer 2 and press the SELECT button Input Menu icon Move the pointer r...

Page 27: ...ector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional setting Signal formats provided in this projector is shown on page 61 One of the following messages may appear when The projector cannot recognize the connected signal conforming to the provided PC Systems The message Auto will be displayed on the PC System Menu icon and the Auto PC Adjustment ...

Page 28: ...ne sync Total dots Horizontal and Vertical of some computers cannot be fully adjusted with this Auto PC Adjustment function When the image is not provided properly with this operation manual adjustments are required pp 29 30 The Auto PC Adjustment cannot be operated when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in the PC System Menu p 27 Auto PC Adjustment Press the MENU button to displ...

Page 29: ...e 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 memorize those parameters manually adjusted It allows you to recall the setting for a specific computer Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the...

Page 30: ...ECT button The confirmation box will appear 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 SELECT button Move the red arrow pointer to the Mode that you want to clear and then press the SELECT button Note Display area H V cannot be selected when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in t...

Page 31: ...e 1 Image 2 Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control Standard Picture mode with improved halftone for graphics Real Blackboard Green Image 1 4 For the image projected on a blackboard This mode help enhance the image projected on a blackboard This is mainly effective on a green colored board not truly effective on a black colored board Dynamic Direct Operation For view...

Page 32: ...utton to decrease the brightness press the Point 8 button to increase the brightness from 0 to 63 Contrast Brightness Press the Point 7 button to lighten red tone press the Point 8 button to deepen red tone from 0 to 63 White balance Red Press the Point 7 button to lighten green tone press the Point 8 button to deepen green tone from 0 to 63 White balance Green Press the Point 7 button to lighten ...

Page 33: ... size is larger than the screen size 1024 x 768 the projector enters panning mode automatically Pan the image with Point ed7 8 buttons When adjusted the arrows will turn red When reached to the correction limit the arrows will disappear Provide the image to fit wide video aspect ratio 16 9 by expanding the image width uniformly This function can be used for providing a squeezed video signal at 16 ...

Page 34: ...o return to the previous screen size select a screen size from the Screen Size Adjustment Menu or select an input source from the Input Source Selection Menu see page 26 again or adjust the screen size with the D ZOOM ed buttons For zooming in and out the images Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function Press the SELECT button at Custom and the Custom is displayed on the scr...

Page 35: ...nt to select and press the SELECT button Source Select Menu VIDEO Input Menu Move the pointer to the desired source and then press the SELECT button 3 When selecting Auto the projector automatically detects incoming video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance The projector selects connection in the following order 1 S Video 2 Video Auto When video input signal is connected to the V...

Page 36: ...press the SELECT button 3 Computer 1 Computer 2 Input Source Selection Component RGB Scart 21 pin Direct Operation Menu Operation Move the pointer red arrow to Computer 2 and press the SELECT button Input Menu icon Move the pointer to Component or RGB Scart and press the SELECT button Source Select Menu REMOTE CONTROL COMPUTER button When the input source is coming from video equipment connected t...

Page 37: ...AL SECAM NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N The projector automatically detects an incoming video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image select a specific component video signal format from among 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i and 1080i Auto COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT Video or S Video Component The projector automatically detects an inc...

Page 38: ...ckboard This mode help enhance the image projected on a blackboard This is mainly effective on a green colored board not truly effective on a black colored board For the image projected on a blackboard See above for further description Dynamic Dynamic Direct Operation For viewing pictures in a bright room Normal picture mode preset on the projector For viewing with the user preset image mode in th...

Page 39: ...or temp level will change to Adj Image Adjustment Press the Point 7 button to decrease the contrast press the Point 8 button to increase the contrast from 0 to 63 Press the Point 7 button to decrease the brightness press the Point 8 button to increase the brightness from 0 to 63 Contrast Brightness Press the Point 7 button to lighten red tone press the Point 8 button to deepen red tone from 0 to 6...

Page 40: ...eset Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the gamma value to obtain a better balance of contrast from 0 to 15 Gamma Press the Point 7 button to decrease the sharpness of the image press the Point 8 button to increase the sharpness of the image from 0 to 15 Sharpness An interlaced video signal can be displayed in progressive mode Select one of the following options Off Disabled L1 For an active pict...

Page 41: ... Yes When Custom is selected the saved scale is used Reset Reset the all adjusted values Press the SELECT button at Reset to display a confirmation box To reset press the SELECT button at Yes Custom Notes When no signal is detected Normal is set automatically and the Aspect dialog box disappears The adjustable range for Scale H V and Position H V is limited depending on the input signal Wide canno...

Page 42: ...e SELECT button The keystone dialog box will appear Correct keystone with the Point ed buttons p 24 Store store the keystone correction even when the AC power cord is unplugged Reset reset the keystone correction when the AC power cord is unplugged Setting Setting This projector has Setting menu that allows you to set up the other various functions described as follows Press the SELECT button at t...

Page 43: ...1080i When capturing the image that has been adjusted by the Keystone function the adjustment data is automatically reset and the projector captures an image without keystone adjustment When the Logo PIN code lock function is On Capture menu cannot be selected When starting to capture a new image the previously stored image is cleared even if you cancel the capturing Select Yes to capture the proj...

Page 44: ...ncorrect Logo PIN code Logo PIN code and the number will turn red for a moment Enter the correct Logo PIN code all over again Change the Logo PIN code Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four digit number Press the Point d button to select Logo PIN code change and then press the SELECT button The New Logo PIN code input dialog box appears Set a new Logo PIN code Be sure to note the new Lo...

Page 45: ... button on the remote control On2 Input search works under the following situation When turning on the projector by pressing the ON STAND BY button on the top control or the remote control When pressing the COMPUTER 1 button COMPUTER 2 button or VIDEO button on the top control When pressing the COMPUTER button or VIDEO button on the remote control When the current input signal is cut off If the No...

Page 46: ...buttons and go to the timer with the Point ed buttons and set time with the Point 7 8 buttons Power management For reducing power consumption as well as maintaining the lamp life the Power management function turns off the projection lamp when the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for a certain period When the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for 30 seconds o...

Page 47: ...lock the operation of the remote control To unlock use the top control Remote control This projector provides two different remote control codes the factory set initial code Code 1 and the secondary code Code 2 This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or video equipment at the same time When operating the projector in Code 2 both the projector ...

Page 48: ...box appears The PIN code can be changed to your desired four digit number Press the Point d buttons to select PIN code change and press the SELECT button The New PIN code input dialog box appears Set a new PIN code Change the PIN code Change the PIN code CAUTION WHEN YOU HAVE CHANGED THE PIN CODE WRITE DOWN THE NEW PIN CODE IN COLUMN OF THE PIN CODE NO MEMO ON PAGE 65 AND KEEP IT SECURELY IF YOU F...

Page 49: ...icon Fig 2 will appear on the screen indicating that the end of lamp life is reached When replacing the projection lamp reset the lamp counter See Resetting the Lamp Counter on page 55 Lamp counter This icon appears on the screen when the end of lamp life is approaching This icon appears on the screen when the end of lamp life is reached Fig 1 Lamp replacement icon Fig 2 Lamp replacement icon Note...

Page 50: ...ing 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 For details about resetting the timer refer to Resetting the Filter Counter on page 52 Filter counter Filter counter Use the Point 7 8 buttons to set the timer Select from Off 100H 200H 300H depending on the use environment Filter warning ...

Page 51: ... In this case unplug the AC power cord and reconnect it and then turn the projector on once again to verify operation If the projector cannot be turned on and the WARNING indicator still lights red unplug the AC power cord and contact the service station CAUTION DO NOT LEAVE THE PROJECTOR WITH THE AC POWER CORD CONNECTED UNDER AN ABNORMAL CONDITION IT MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK Top Contr...

Page 52: ...environments may cause poor image quality When using the projector under dusty or smoky conditions dust may accumulate on a lens LCD panels or optical elements inside the projector degrading the quality of a projected image When the symptoms above are noticed contact your authorized dealer or service station for proper cleaning Note When reinserting this filter be sure that the slit part is facing...

Page 53: ...mount 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 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...

Page 54: ...o cool for at least 45 minutes before you open the Lamp cover The inside of the projector can become very hot CAUTION Screw Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord Let the projector cool for at least 45 minutes Remove the two 2 screws that secure the lamp Lift the lamp out of the projector by using the handle 1 3 Replace the lamp with a new one and secure the two 2 screws Make sure tha...

Page 55: ...hat there are no broken shards or pieces of glass around the projector or coming out from the cooling air circulation holes Any broken shards found should be cleaned up carefully No one should check the inside of the projector except those who are authorized trained technicians and who are familiar with projector service Inappropriate attempts to service the unit by anyone especially those who are...

Page 56: ...o see if it needs cleaning See page 53 Moving the projector from a cool to a warm place may result in moisture condensation on the projection lens In such cases leave the projector off and wait until condensation evaporates 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 lap...

Page 57: ...trol does not work Check the batteries 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 5m Make sure the code of the remote control is conformed to the projector See page 47 Unlock Key lock for the remote control in the Key lock function See page 47 WARNING High voltag...

Page 58: ...ge 4 Screen Quit Yes No Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal Reset Yes No Sharpness 0 15 Computer Input Video Input Image 4 Sound Volume Mute Quit On Off Sound 0 63 Input Computer 2 Video Auto Go to System 3 Go to System 3 Computer 1 Video Go to System 3 N A not applicable RGB Analog Component Go to System 1 Go to System 2 N A S Video RGB Scart Standard Mode 1 Mod...

Page 59: ...Auto High Normal Eco Code 1 Code 2 Keystone Blue back Display Logo Ceiling Rear Power management On start Lamp control Remote control Quit Quit Russian Ready Shut down Hour s Lamp counter Security PIN code lock Quit Timer 1 30 Min Quit Factory default L1 L2 Fan Normal Max Fan control Warning log Quit Standard Finnish Hungarian Romanian Polish Off Noise reduction Yes No Store Reset L1 L2 High Mid L...

Page 60: ...cator emits a red light and the projector can be turned on The WARNING indicator keeps blinking Check and clean the air filters Projector Condition The projector is ready to be turned on with the ON STAND BY button POWER red green Indicators LAMP REPLACE yellow WARNING red The projector detects an abnormal condition and cannot be turned on Unplug the AC power cord and plug it again to turn on the ...

Page 61: ...GA 1 1024 x 768 XGA 4 1024 x 768 48 36 60 00 XGA 6 1024 x 768 XGA 7 1024 x 768 56 476 70 07 48 50 60 02 44 00 54 58 SXGA 8 1280 x 1024 SXGA 9 1280 x 1024 63 98 60 02 79 976 75 025 XGA 5 1024 x 768 60 31 74 92 VGA 7 640 x 480 43 269 85 00 575i 15 625 50 00 Interlace 480i 15 734 60 00 Interlace SXGA 12 1152 x 900 71 40 75 60 SXGA 11 1152 x 900 61 20 65 20 SVGA 10 800 x 600 32 70 51 09 SXGA 13 1280 x...

Page 62: ...n Lamp 275 W Interface Video Input Jack RCA Type x 1 S Video Input Jack Mini DIN 4 pin x 1 Audio Input Jacks RCA Type x 2 Computer Input 1 Terminal Analog RGB Mini D sub 15 pin Terminal X 1 Computer Input 2 Component Input Terminal Analog RGB Mini D sub 15 pin Terminal X 1 Computer Component Audio Input Jack Mini Jack stereo x 1 Monitor Output Analog RGB Mini D sub 15 pin Terminal X 1 Service Port...

Page 63: ...ering those parts give the item name and Model No to the sales dealer Optional Parts Accessories Owner s Manual CD ROM Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable PIN Code Label The specifications are subject to change without notice LCD panels are manufactured to the highest possible standards Even though 99 99 of the pixels are effective a tiny fraction of the pixe...

Page 64: ...1 12 Configurations of Terminals Red R Cr Input Output Ground Horiz sync Green G Y Input Output Blue B Cb Input Output Ground Red Ground Green Ground Blue 1 5 2 4 3 6 7 8 5V Horiz sync Input Output Composite H V sync Ground Vert sync DDC data Ground Vert sync DDC clock 9 13 10 12 11 14 15 T X D 9 13 232 5 51 140 2 78 70 5 3 66 93 2 14 54 3 13 15 334 3 17 80 5 5 20 132 4 43 112 5 5 08 129 8 9º MAX ...

Page 65: ...the service station PIN Code Number Memo Factory default set No 1 2 3 4 Factory default set No 4 3 2 1 Should the four digit number be changed the factory set number will be invalid Put the label below supplied on in a prominent place of the projector s body while it is locked with a PIN code While the projector is locked with the PIN code PIN Code Lock No Logo PIN Code Lock No ...

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