Page 2 - Features and Design
◆ Compact Design This projector is designed compact in size and weight. It is easy to carry and installed anywhere you wish to use. ◆ Functionally Rich This projector has many useful functions such as lens shifting, ceiling and rear projection, perpendicular omnidirectional projection, variety of le...
Page 3 - Trademarks; Table of Contents
Trademarks Each name of corporations or products in this book is either a registered trademark or a trademark of its respective corporation. Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 4 - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; Safety Precaution; CAUTION; CAUTION ON HANGING FROM THE CEILING; To the Owner
4 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 VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT....
Page 6 - Air Circulation; Top Control; Safety Instructions
6 Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. When using or installing the projector, the following precautions...
Page 7 - CAUTION ON CEILING MOUNTING
7 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 in upward, downward, or inclined position in perpendicular direction to the horizontal plane. When installing the pr...
Page 8 - Cautions in Handling the Projector; Moving the Projector
8 Use the hand grip when moving the projector. Replace the lens cap and retract the adjustable feet to prevent damage to the lens and cabinet when carrying. When the projector is not in use for an extended period, put it into a suitable case to protect the projector. CAUTION IN CARRyING OR TRANSPORT...
Page 9 - AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada:; AC Power Cord Requirement; Federal Communications Commission Notice; Compliance
9 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 As...
Page 10 - Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent.; Front; Do not turn on the projector with the lens; Part Names and Functions
10 Bottom Back q Filter w Speaker e Lens Release Button r Top Controls and Indicators t Maintenance Cover WARNING: FOR MAINTENANCE USE ONLy . DO NOT OPEN . y Lens Cap (for LC-XG400) !7 !4 !6 !5 !2 !3 CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side...
Page 11 - Rear Terminal; AUDIO JACK
11 Rear Terminal q w e r t y i u t USB CONNECTOR (Series B) Use this connector when controlling a computer with the remote control of the projector. Connect the USB terminal of your computer to this connector with the supplied USB cable (p.20). y S-VIDEO INPUT JACK Connect the S-VIDEO output signal ...
Page 12 - RESET button; CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR
1 !0 R/C JACK When using the wired remote control, connect the wired remote control to this jack with a remote control cable (supplied). !2 MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) This terminal outputs the video signal from computer to external video equipment (pp.20, 22). ✽ RESET button A built-in micro p...
Page 14 - Remote Control
14 q STAND-By button Turn the projector off (p.25). t ON button Turn the projector on (p.24). y INPUT 1 – buttons Select a input source (INPUT 1 – INPUT 3) (pp.34– 35). u AUTO PC button Automatically adjusts the computer image to its optimum setting (pp.30, 38). i FREEZE button Freeze the picture on...
Page 16 - Adjustable Feet; Remote Control Receivers and Operating Range
16 Projection angle can be adjusted up to 5.0 degrees with the adjustable feet. Rotate the adjustable feet and tilt the projector to the proper height; to raise the projector, rotate the both feet clockwise. To lower the projector or to retract the adjustable feet, rotate the both feet counterclockw...
Page 17 - Remote Control Code
17 The eight different remote control codes (Code 1–Code 8) are assigned to this projector. Switching the remote control codes prevents interference from other remote controls when several projectors or video equipment next to each other are operated at the same time. Change the remote control code ...
Page 18 - ambient lighting in order to obtain the best image.; Moving the Lens; Installation
18 ✔ Notes: • The brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to obtain the best image. • All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector sho...
Page 19 - Attaching the lens to the projector; Lens Installation; Removing the lens
19 When replacing the lens or using an optional lens, install the lens by following the instructions below. Ask the sales dealer for detailed information of the optional lens specifications. Fit the lens to the projector by aligning the red dot on the lens with the red dot of the projector. Remove t...
Page 20 - Connecting to a Computer (Digital and Analog RGB); Cables used for connection; • USB Cable
0 Connecting to a Computer (Digital and Analog RGB) Cables used for connection • VGA Cable (HDB 15 pin)* • USB Cable • DVI-Digital Cable • Audio Cables (Mini Plug [stereo] x 2) • BNC Cable (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment DVI-Digita...
Page 21 - • BNC Cable
1 Connecting to Video Equipment (Video, S-Video) Cables used for connection • Video Cables (RCA x 1) • Audio Cables (Mini Plug [stereo] x 2) • S-VIDEO Cable • BNC Cable • Audio Cable (RCA x 2) (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment Audio cable (stereo) VIDEO S-VIDEO S...
Page 22 - Connecting to Video Equipment (Component and RGB Scart)
Connecting to Video Equipment (Component and RGB Scart) Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug [stereo] x 2) • Scart-VGA Cable • BNC Cable • DVI-Digital Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment Audio cable (stereo) Audio Input Component Video Output ...
Page 23 - Connecting the AC Power Cord; NOTE ON THE 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...
Page 24 - Selected Input Source and Lamp Control; PIN Code Input Dialog Box; Turning On the Projector; Basic Operation; Enter a PIN code; When using top control
4 4 Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights green. Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or the ON button on the remote control. The LAMP indicator lights red and the cooling fans start to operate. The preparation display appears on the screen an...
Page 25 - Turning Off the Projector
5 5 Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or the STAND-BY button on the remote control, and “Power off?” appears on the screen. Press the ON/STAND-BY button or the STAND-BY button on the remote control again to turn off the projector. The LAMP indicator turns off and the POWER indicator st...
Page 26 - How to Operate the On-Screen Menu; • The selected item is not active until the SELECT
6 Top Control Menu bar Pointer (red frame ) Menu icon Item data Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value. SELECT button Pointer (red frame ) Press the Point ed buttons to move the pointer. Item How to Operate the On-Screen Menu MENU button SELECT button POINT buttons On-Screen Menu Quit Exit ...
Page 27 - Menu Bar; For detailed functions of each menu, see “Menu Tree” on pages 66–67.
7 Menu Bar System Select a computer or video system mode (pp.36, 37). Image Adjust Adjust the picture image (pp.42–44).– Contrast– Brightness– <Color>– <Tint>– Color temp.– White balance (R/G/B)– Sharpness– Gamma– <Noise reduction>– <Progressive>– Reset– Store– Quit Setting M...
Page 28 - Operating with Projector Control; Lens Shift Adjustment; • The arrow disappears at the maximum lens shift; Zoom Adjustment; Focus Adjustment; Lens Operation; ZOOM
8 The following lens operation can be made with the Lens button on the top control. Press the Lens button to enter each lens operation mode. The selected adjustment display appears on the screen. Operating with Projector Control Display “Lens shift” on the screen. Use the Point ed7 8 buttons to posi...
Page 29 - Volume; Direct Operation; Sound Adjustment
9 1 2 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Sound Menu icon. 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. Pres...
Page 30 - Operating with Remote Control; • See the next page for the description
0 Remote Control Operating with Remote Control 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. Press the FREEZE button on the remote control to freeze ...
Page 31 - NO SHOW button; • See the previous page for the; KEySTONE button
1 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. “No show” disappears after 4 seconds. NO SHOW button Press the P-TIMER button on the remote control. The P-Timer display “00:00” appears on the scr...
Page 32 - Spotlight; Pointer Function; Pointer; II; Laser Pointer Function
Spotlight Pointer Function Pointer ✔ Note: • You can choose the size of Spotlight (Large/Middle/ Small) and the pattern of Pointer (Arrow/Finger/Dot) in the Setting Menu. See “Pointer” on page 49. This remote control emits a laser beam from the laser light window. Press the LASER button to activate ...
Page 33 - Wireless Mouse Operation
Move the pointer on the screen with this button. PRESENTATION POINTER button R-CLICK button L-CLICK button Acts as right (click) mouse button while the projector and a computer are connected with a USB cable. Acts as left (click) mouse button while the projector and a computer are connected with a U...
Page 34 - Input; Remote Control Operation; Top Control Operation; Remote Control button operation; Input Selection
4 Remote Control INPUT buttons Top Control Input Press the INPUT 1, INPUT 2, or INPUT 3 buttons on the remote control. The input source appears on the screen as you press each button. Select the connected input source. Remote Control Operation INPUT button Press the INPUT button on the top control. ...
Page 35 - Menu Operation; RGB; INPUT; Input Source Selection; Input Menu
5 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Input Menu icon. 1 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the desired input and then press the SELECT button. The signal format menu appears. 2 Use the Point ed bu...
Page 36 - Video System Selection; Component; Auto; • The AV System Menu cannot be selected when
6 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the AV System Menu icon. 1 Video System Selection AV System Menu (Video or S-Video) AV System Menu (Component) Use the Point ed buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the desired syste...
Page 37 - Computer System Selection; Selecting Computer System Manually; PC System Menu; Computer Adjustment
7 The Auto PC Adjustment function operates to adjust the projector. PC System Menu The PC System Menu icon Selected system is displayed. Systems in this dialog box can be selected. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC ...
Page 38 - PC Adjust Menu; To store adjustment parameters; • Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal and Vertical position; Auto PC Adjustment
8 Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal and Vertical positions to conform to your computer. Move the red frame pointer to Auto PC Adj. and press the SELECT button. “Please wait...” appears while the Auto PC adjustment is in process. PC Adju...
Page 39 - Manual PC Adjustment
9 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC Adjust Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box. Use the Poi...
Page 40 - • PC Adjust Menu cannot be selected when Input; To clear the adjusted data
40 Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Display area H Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector. Display area V Reset Store Exit the PC Adjust Menu. Quit To store the adjusted data, select Store and then press t...
Page 41 - Image Menu; Standard; Dynamic; Image Level Selection
41 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired image level and then press the SELECT button. Move the red frame pointer to the desired im...
Page 42 - Contrast; • When the White balance Red, Green, or Blue is; Color; Image Adjust Menu; Image Adjustment
4 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box. Use the ...
Page 43 - • Noise reduction and Progressive cannot be selected; Progressive
4 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 ✔ Notes: • Noise reduction and...
Page 44 - Reset
44 To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Use the Point ed 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 Level Selection on ...
Page 45 - Screen Menu; Keystone; Ceiling; Ceiling
45 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon. 1 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired function and then press the SELECT button. 2 Screen Adjustment Move the red frame pointer t...
Page 46 - Screen Size Adjustment (Computer Signals); Custom; • When no signal is detected, “Normal” is
46 Wide Provide the image to fit the screen size. Normal True Provide the image in its original size. When the original image size is larger than the screen size (1024 x 768), the projector enters to the panning mode automatically. Use the Point ed7 8 buttons to pan the image. When adjusted, the arr...
Page 47 - Digital zoom –; For zooming in and out the images
47 Select Digital zoom +. The On-Screen Menu disappears and “D. zoom +”appears. Press the SELECT button to expand the image size. Use the Point ed7 8 buttons to pan the image. The Panning function can work only when the image is larger than the screen size. You can also enter the Digital zoom + mode...
Page 48 - Normal
48 Screen Size Adjustment (Video, Component Signals) Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon. 1 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired function and then press the SELECT button...
Page 49 - Language; Background; Lamp control; Setting
49 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon. 1 2 Language The language used in the On-Screen Menu is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Chinese, Kore...
Page 50 - Capture; Logo select; Logo
50 Capture This function enables you to capture an image being 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 t...
Page 51 - Enter a Logo PIN code; Logo PIN code lock; Change the Logo PIN code lock setting; Change the Logo PIN code lock setting
51 This function prevents an unauthorized person from changing the screen logo. Off ........... The screen logo can be changed freely from the Logo Menu (p.54). On ............ The screen logo cannot be changed without a Logo PIN code. If you want to change the Logo PIN code lock setting, press the ...
Page 52 - Remote control; To change the code for the projector; Display
5 Remote control Remote control The eight different remote control codes (Code 1–Code 8) are assigned to the projector; the factory-set, initial code (Code 1) and the other seven codes (Code 2 to Code 8). The same code should set on both the projector and the remote control. For example, operating t...
Page 53 - Power management; On start; • Be sure to turn off the projector properly (see
5 Power management Time left before the lamp is off. Press the SELECT button at Power management and this dialog box appears. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to choose one of the three options. Press the Point d button to select the timer, and then use the Point 7 8 buttons to set timer. Power management ...
Page 54 - Fan control; Security (Key lock and PIN code lock settings); Highland; • Make sure to use the clean filter when; Fan control setting
54 Fan control This function is used to set the cooling fans’ operation to the projector’s setting environment. Set this function properly in accordance with the projector’s installation method. Otherwise, the cooling fans will not work properly and that causes malfunctions of the projector and decr...
Page 55 - Change the PIN code lock setting; PIN code lock
55 Change the PIN code lock setting Use the Point 7 8 buttons to switch between the options. Use the Point 7 8 button to select Off, On1, or On2 and then move the pointer to “Quit” with the Point d button. Press the SELECT button to close the dialog box. Change the PIN code lock setting Enter a PIN ...
Page 56 - Change the PIN code; Test pattern; • When the Factory default function is executed, all
56 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, WRIT...
Page 57 - Factory default; Filter counter; • The Filter warning icon (yellow) will
57 Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the user logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, lamp counter, and filter counter to the factory default settings. Exit the Setting Menu. Quit Select Factory default and this box appears. Select [Yes], and the next box appears. ...
Page 58 - Resetting the Filter Counter; Cleaning the Filter; Maintenance and Filter Cleaning
58 Turn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. First, clean up the dust on the projector and around the air vents. 12 Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filter becomes clogged with dust particles, it will reduc...
Page 59 - Reset the lamp counter .; Lamp Replacement
59 When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen and LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. Replace the lamp with a new one promptly. The timing when the LAMP REPLACE indicator should light is depending on the lamp mode. Follow thes...
Page 60 - LAMP HANDLING PRECAUTIONS; Resetting the Lamp Counter; • Do not reset the Lamp counter without implementing; Lamp counter
60 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 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Set...
Page 61 - Warning Indicators; The projector is shut down and the WARNING TEMP.; • The WARNING TEMP. indicator continues to blink; Then check the matters below:; The projector is shut down and all five indicators are
61 The WARNING indicators show the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the WARNING indicators and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. Warning Indicators The projector is shut down and the WARNING TEMP. indicator is blinking red. When the temperature ins...
Page 63 - Troubleshooting; Appendix
6 Troubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again. – Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described on pages 20–22. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. ...
Page 66 - Menu Tree; • The Menu display varies depending on the input
66 Menu Tree Dynamic RealCinema*Image 1Image 2Image 3 Image VolumeMuteQuit On/Off Sound 0–63 Input Input 3 Auto Go to System (3) Go to System (3) Video Go to System (1) S-video Standard Quit Input 1 Go to System (3) Video Go to System (1) Input 2 RGB Go to System (2) Component Image 4 RGB (PC Analog...
Page 68 - Indicators; Projector Condition; Indicators and Projector Condition; WARNING TEMP . indicator
68 Indicators Projector Condition POWER green LAMP red WARNING TEMP. red 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 in the Power management mod...
Page 69 - WARNING FILTER indicator; LAMP REPLACE indicator; • The Filter warning icon (red) will not
69 – – – – WARNING FILTER orange * When the projection lamp reaches its end of life, the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. When this indicator lights yellow, replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly. Reset the lamp counter after replacing the lamp. See pages 59–60. The filter is clogg...
Page 70 - Compatible Computer Specifications; below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock.
70 Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V- and H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. PC Adjustment is limited when selecting these modes. Appendix ON-SCREEN DISPLAy RESOLUTION H-Freq . (kHz) V-Freq . (...
Page 72 - Technical Specifications
7 Technical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 13.7” x 6.46” x.17.48” (348.1 mm x 164 mm x 444 mm) Net Weight 17.86 lbs (8.1 kg) (for LC-XG400L), 19.62 lbs (8.9 kg) (for LC-XG400) Feet Adjustment 0˚ to 5.0˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel Sys...
Page 73 - Optional Parts; Accessories
7 Model No. Short Fixed Lens : AH-23631 Long Zoom Lens : AH-23541 Ultra Long Zoom Lens : AH-23661 Short Zoom Lens : AH-23511 PJ-to NetDirector : PjNET-30 The parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, specify the item name and Model No. to the sales dealer. Optional Part...
Page 74 - conformance with PJLink Standard Class 1.; PJ Link Notice
74 This projector is compliant with PJLink Standard Class 1 of JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association). The projector supports all commands defined by PJLink Class 1 and is verified conformance with PJLink Standard Class 1. Projector Input RGB RGB (Scart) RGB (PC...
Page 75 - Configurations of Terminals
75 Terminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR Vcc - Data + Data Ground 14 2 3 4 1 R X D ---------- GND RTS/CTS GNDGND 14 5678 INPUT 1/ANALOG OUT Terminal: Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) 5 1 2 3 4 10 9 6 7 8 15 14 13 11 12 Configurations of Terminals Red (R/Cr) Input/Output Ground (Horiz.sync.)...
Page 76 - PIN Code Number Memo; Put the label below (supplied) on in a prominent place of the; Logo PIN Code Lock No .
76 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 Number Memo Factory default set No: 1 2 3 4* Factory default set No: 4 3 2 1* * Should the four-dig...
Page 77 - Dimensions
77 13.7 (348.1) 1.65 (41.9) 5º MAX 7.87 (200) 6.46 (164) 21.09 (535.7) 17.48 (444) 10.85 (275.5) 3.40 (86.4) 11.10 (282) Screw Holes for Ceiling MountScrew: M6Depth: 0.393 (10.0) Dimensions Unit: inch (mm) Appendix