Page 2 - Features and Design
2 Features and Design ◆ Large Screen in Limited Space Short focus lens allows you to project large imagesfrom short distance (p.14). ◆ Antitheft Alarm Function This projector is equipped with an Antitheft alarmfunction which sounds when a vibration is detected.(pp.50 – 52). ◆ Security Features The S...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Trademarks
3 Table of Contents Trademarks Each name of corporations or products in this book is either a registered trademark or a trademark of itsrespective corporation. Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 To the Owner . . ....
Page 4 - To the Owner; CAUTION: T O R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F E L E C T R I C; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; Safety Precaution; WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC; CAUTION; CAUTION ON HANGING FROM THE CEILING
4 To the Owner CAUTION: T O R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F E L E C T R I C SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT.R E F E R S E R V I C I N G T O Q U A L I F I E DSERVICE PERSONNEL. T H I S S Y M B O L I N D I C A T E S T H A T D A N G E R O U SVO...
Page 5 - Safety Instructions; Voor de klanten in Nederland
5 Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read beforethe product is operated. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for lateruse. Unplug this projector from AC power supply beforecleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dampcloth for cl...
Page 7 - Compliance; AC Power Cord for the United Kingdom:; AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada:; AC Power Cord Requirement; Federal Communication Commission Notice
7 Compliance AC Power Cord for the United Kingdom: This cord is already fitted with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating, marked thus . If t...
Page 8 - Part Names and Functions
8 Bottom Back q Antitheft alarm setting buttons w Focus Lever e Projection Lens r Lens Cover (See page 54 for attaching.) t u !6 !2 !4 !0 !1 CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaustvent. Do not put heat-sensitive objectsnear this side. e y r t Front Part Names and Functions o i !5 CAUTION Do no...
Page 9 - or
9 Part Names and Functions ✽ RESET button A built-in micro processor which controls this unit mayoccasionally malfunction and need to be reset. Press theRESET button with a pen, then the projector shuts down andrestarts. Do not use the RESET function excessively. Rear Terminal S-VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT...
Page 10 - – Lights red light when the projector detects an
10 Part Names and Functions Top Control ON - OFF POWER KEYST ONE INPUT WARNING LAMP REPLACE MENU - VOLUME + VOLUME SELECT q w e t u i o u LAMP REPLACE indicator Turn yellow when the life of the projection lampdraws to an end (pp.56, 62). y WARNING indicator – Lights red light when the projector dete...
Page 11 - ALARM indicator; Blinks red to indicate the battery condition or key operation.; F button; Used for the Antitheft alarm setting.; Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons
11 Part Names and Functions q e w w Button 1–3 Used for the Antitheft alarm setting. e ALARM indicator Blinks red to indicate the battery condition or key operation. q F button Used for the Antitheft alarm setting. Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons These buttons are used for the Antitheft alarm functi...
Page 12 - – Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen Menu.; LAMP CONTROL button
12 Part Names and Functions Remote Control To ensure safe operation, observe the following precautions:– Do not bend, drop, or expose the remote control to moisture or heat. – For cleaning, use a soft dry cloth. Do not apply benzene, thinner, splay, or any other chemicals. t e !0 i !4 r !5 !3 q POWE...
Page 13 - Operating Range
13 Part Names and Functions 1 2 3 To insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions: ● Use two (2) AA or LR6 type alkaline batteries. ● Always replace batteries in sets. ● Do not use a new battery with a used battery. ● Avoid contact with water or liquid matter. ● Do not expose the ...
Page 14 - Adjustable Feet; Installation
14 ✔ Notes: • This projector is not equipped with an optical zoom. To adjust the screen size, change the throw distance.• The brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit the ambient lighting in order to get the best image. • All measurements are approx...
Page 15 - For Continental Europe; Connecting the AC Power Cord
15 NOTE ON THE POWER CORD AC power cord must meet the requirements of the country where you use the projector.Confirm the AC plug type with the chart below and proper AC power cord must be used.If the supplied AC power cord does not match your AC outlet, contact your sales dealer. To power cord conn...
Page 16 - Cables used for connection; • Input sound to the COMPUTER/COMPONENT AUDIO IN terminal
16 Installation Connecting to a Computer ON ON S-VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 2 / COMPUTER / COMPONENT AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN L (MONO) (VARIABLE) AUDIO OUT COMPUTER IN 1 / COMPONENT IN USB SERVICE PORT RESET Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin)* • USB Cable • Audio Cables (Mi...
Page 17 - • When connecting AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment, the
17 S-VIDEO IN MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 2 / COMPUTER / COMPONENT AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN L (MONO) (VARIABLE) AUDIO OUT COMPUTER IN 1 / COMPONENT IN USB SERVICE PORT RESET Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (...
Page 19 - Selected Input Source and Lamp Mode; PIN Code Input Dialog Box; Turning On the Projector; Basic Operation; Enter a PIN code; Use the Point; CAUTION ON HANDLING THE PIN CODE
19 Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an ACoutlet. The POWER indicator turns red. Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the top controlo r o n t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l . T h e P O W E R i n d i c a t o rbecomes green and the cooling fans start to operate.The preparation display appears on ...
Page 20 - Turning Off the Projector
20 Basic Operation Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the top controlor on the remote control, and “Power off?” appears onthe screen. Press the POWER ON-OFF button again to turn off theprojector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, andthe cooling fans keep running. (You can select thelevel of the...
Page 21 - Item data; How to Operate the On-Screen Menu; Quit; buttons to select an item.; Remote Control; Top Control
21 Basic Operation Menu bar Pointer(red frame) Menu icon Item data Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust thevalue. SELECT button Pointer (red frame) Press the Point ed buttons to move thepointer. Item How to Operate the On-Screen Menu On-Screen Menu Quit Exit this menu. The projector can be adjusted...
Page 22 - For computer source; For detailed functions, see Menu Tree on pages 60–61.
22 Basic Operation Menu Bar PC System Menu Used to select thecomputer system(p.27). Image Adjust Menu Used to adjust the computerimage from Contrast,Brightness, Color temp.,White balance (R/G/B),Sharpness, and Gamma(pp.32–33) Setting Menu Used to set theprojector’s operatingconfigurations(pp.42–49)....
Page 24 - • See the next page for the description of other; Volume; Mute; Sound Adjustment
24 Basic Operation Remote Control Remote Control Operation Using the remote control for some frequently used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttonsenables you to make the desired operation quickly without calling up the On-Screen Menu. COMPUTER/VIDEO button ✔ Note: • See the next ...
Page 25 - • See the previous page for the description of; black out; NO SHOW button; consumption and extends the lamp life.; KEYSTONE button
25 Basic Operation Remote Control D.ZOOMbuttons NO SHOWbutton AUTO PCbutton ✔ Note: • See the previous page for the description of other buttons. KEYSTONE button (See page 23.) POINT ed buttons black out ➜ the captured image ➜ normal ➜ • • • • • Press the NO SHOW button to black out the image. Tores...
Page 26 - buttons to move the red arrow; Input Source Selection; Computer Input; • C o m p u t e r 2 i s n o t d i s p l a y e d w h e n t h e C O M P U T E R I N; Computer 1; Computer
26 P r e s s t h e I N P U T b u t t o n o n t h e t o p c o n t r o l o r t h eCOMPUTER button on the remote control to select eitherComputer 1 or Computer 2.Before using the INPUT or COMPUTER buttons, select thecorrect input source through Menu operation as describedbelow. Press the MENU button to...
Page 27 - PC System Menu; Computer System Selection; Auto; Selecting Computer System Manually
27 Computer Input The Auto PC Adjustmentfunction operates to adjust the projector. PC System Menu The PC System Menu icon The selected system is displayed. Available system selection. Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the P...
Page 28 - PC Adjust Menu; To store the adjusted parameters; • Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Vertical positions of some; Auto PC Adjustment; buttons to move the red; buttons to move the red frame; Menu Operation; Direct Operation
28 Computer Input Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Verticalpositions to conform to your computer. Move the red frame pointer to theAuto PC Adj. item and press theSELECT button. “Please wait...” appears whileAuto PC adjustment is i...
Page 29 - Manual PC Adjustment
29 Computer Input Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. 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 SELECTbutton to display the adjustment dialog bo...
Page 31 - Image Level Selection
31 Computer Input Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Select Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired level and then press the SELECTbutton. Move the red frame pointer tot...
Page 32 - Image Adjust Menu
32 Computer Input Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value. Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. 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 p o i n t e r t o t h e d e s i r e d i t e m...
Page 33 - Screen Size Adjustment; • This projector cannot display any resolution
33 Computer Input Store Exit the Image Adjust Menu. Quit To store the adjusted data, select “Store” and press theSELECT button. The Image Level Menu appears. Use thePoint ed buttons to choose one of the four image level and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appearsand then select “Yes.”The...
Page 34 - buttons to pan the image. The Panning function can; Digital zoom –; For zooming in and out the images; Custom
34 Computer Input When Digital zoom + is selected, the On-Screen Menud i s a p p e a r s a n d “ D . z o o m + ” i s d i s p l a y e d . P r e s s t h eSELECT 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 th...
Page 35 - VIDEO; Video Input; Video
35 Press the INPUT button on the top control or VIDEO buttonon the remote control to select “Video.”Before using INPUT or VIDEO buttons, select the correctinput source through menu operation as described below. Use the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the...
Page 37 - Video System Selection; • The AV System Menu cannot be selected when selecting RGB
37 Video Input Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. 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 d...
Page 39 - Color; • The Tint cannot be selected when the video system is PAL, SECAM,; Image Level Adjustment
39 Video Input Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value. Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. 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 S...
Page 40 - • Noise reduction and Progressive cannot be selected when 480p,
40 Video Input To store the adjusted data, select Store and press theSELECT button. Select a level from Image 1 to 4 with theP o i n t e d b u t t o n s a n d p r e s s t h e S E L E C T b u t t o n . A confirmation box appears and then select “Yes.”Stored data can be called up by selecting “Image” ...
Page 41 - Screen Menu; Wide; • When no signal is detected, Normal is set automatically and
41 Video Input This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon. Use the Point ed buttons and move the red frame po...
Page 42 - Setting
42 Display Blue back Press the Point 7 8 buttons to switch on/off. When this function is “On,” a blue image is displayed while the inputsignal is not detected. Keystone Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Setting Menu ico...
Page 43 - Capture; This function decides the start-up display as follows:; Logo (Logo and Logo PIN code lock settings)
43 Setting Capture This function enables you to capture the image beingprojected and use it for a start-up display or interval ofpresentations. After capturing the projected image, go to the Logoselect function and set it to “User.” Then the capturedimage is displayed when turning on the projector n...
Page 44 - Logo PIN code lock Dialog Box; Enter a Logo PIN code; Change the Logo PIN code; Logo PIN code lock
44 Logo PIN code lock Dialog Box Quit Pointer Enter a Logo PIN code Use the Point 7 8 buttons to select a number and press t h e S E L E C T b u t t o n t o f i x t h e n u m b e r ; t h e n u m b e rchanges to “ ✳ .” If you fixed an incorrect number, move the pointer to “Set” or “Clear” once by pre...
Page 45 - Select one of the operations.
45 Setting Ceiling Rear Ceiling When this function is set to “On,” the picture is top/bottomand left/right reversed. This function is used to project theimage from a ceiling-mounted projector. Rear When this function is set to “On,” the picture is left/rightreversed. This function is used to project...
Page 46 - • Be sure to turn the projector off properly (see “Turning Off the
46 Setting On start W h e n t h i s f u n c t i o n i s s e t t o “ O n , ” t h e p r o j e c t o r i sautomatically turned on just by connecting the AC powercord to an outlet. ✔ Note: • Be sure to turn the projector off properly (see “Turning Off the Projector” on page 20). If the projector is turn...
Page 47 - turning on the projector.; PIN code lock; Key lock
47 Setting Security (Key lock, PIN code lock, and Alarm settings) This function allows you to use Key lock, PIN code lock, andA l a r m f u n c t i o n s t o s e t t h e s e c u r i t y f o r t h e p r o j e c t o roperation. PIN code lock This function prevents the projector from being operatedby u...
Page 48 - Change the PIN code; Change the PIN code lock setting
48 Setting The PIN code can be changed to your desired four-digitnumber.Select “PIN code change” with the Point d button, and press the SELECT button to display the New PIN codeinput dialog box. Select a number with the Point 7 8 buttons and fix the number with the SELECT button. Repeat it to comple...
Page 49 - Exit the Setting Menu.
49 T h i s f u n c t i o n i s u s e d t o r e s e t t h e l a m p r e p l a c e m e n tcounter. When replacing the projection lamp, reset the lampreplacement counter by using this function. See page 57 foroperation. Lamp counter Factory default This function returns all setting values except for th...
Page 50 - How to Use the Antitheft Alarm Function; Antitheft Alarm Function; Set the alarm; an outlet even if the projector detects vibrations.; Side Control; Set and release the Antitheft alarm function; • You can test the alarming sound without setting the alarm. Press; Install a battery
50 How to Use the Antitheft Alarm Function Antitheft Alarm Function The Antitheft alarm function is provided to prevent the projector from being stolen. When this function is set to“On,” the alarm rings as an unauthorized person tries to move the projector. Press the F button twice to turn the alarm...
Page 51 - Other settings; Reset the settings; Alarm volume; Alarm; • The Alarm icon appears dimmed and can be; Alarm operating configuration
51 Antitheft Alarm Function CAUTION:WHEN YOU HAVE CHANGED THE PIN CODE, WRITEDOWN THE NEW PIN CODE AND KEEP IT SECURELY. IFYOU FORGET YOUR PIN CODE, SOME SETTINGS OFTHE ANTITHEFT ALARM FUNCTION CAN NO LONGERBE CHANGED. Change the PIN code Press the F button and enter the four-digit PIN coden u m b e...
Page 52 - How to install the battery; Replace the battery by following the procedures above.
52 Antitheft Alarm Function How to install the battery To use the Antitheft alarm function, you need to install abattery into the projector. (Use a SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.CR2 3V lithium battery.) U n p l u g t h e A C p o w e r c o r d f r o m a w a l l o u t l e t b e f o r einstalling the battery...
Page 53 - Warning Indicator; • T h e W A R N I N G i n d i c a t o r c o n t i n u e s t o b l i n k e v e n a f t e r t h e; Then check the matters below:; – Did you provide appropriate space for the projector to be; Maintenance and Cleaning
53 The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of theWARNING indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. Top Control Warning Indicator The projector is shut down and the WARNINGindicator is blinking red. W h e n t h e t e m p ...
Page 54 - • When reinserting the air filters, be sure that the
54 Maintenance and Cleaning Turn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cordfrom the AC outlet. Turn over the projector and remove the air filters bypulling the latches upward. 1 2 Air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the surface of the optical elements inside the projector. Shouldthe a...
Page 55 - Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning.; Cleaning the Projection Lens
55 Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Projector Cabinet Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning. Gently wipe the projector body with a soft dry cleaningcloth. When it is heavily soiled, use a small amount of mildd e t e r g e n t a n d f i n i s h w i t h t h e c l e a n i n g c l o t h . A v o ...
Page 56 - Follow these steps to replace the lamp.; ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP; Reset the lamp replacement counter.; See “Lamp Replacement Counter” on the next page.; Lamp Replacement
56 Maintenance and Cleaning Follow these steps to replace the lamp. Lamp ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering a projection lamp, give the followinginformation to the dealer. ● Model No. of your projector : PLC-XL40 ● Replacement Lamp Type No. : PO...
Page 57 - LAMP HANDLING PRECAUTIONS; Lamp Replacement Counter; • Do not reset the Lamp replacement counter without implementing
57 Maintenance and Cleaning Be sure to reset the Lamp replacement counter after the lamp is replaced. When the Lamp replacementcounter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. Turn the projector on and press the MENU button tod i s p l a y t h e O n - S c r e e n M e n u . U s e t h e P ...
Page 58 - Troubleshooting; Appendix; No power
58 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 pages16–18.– Make sure all equipment is connected to an AC outlet and the power is turned on....
Page 62 - Check the indicators for projector condition.; Indicators and Projector Condition; Projector Condition; Indicators; The projector is operating normally.
62 Appendix Check the indicators for projector condition. • • • green. • • • red • • • off • • • blinks green. *When the projection lamp reaches the end of its life, the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. Whenthis indicator lights yellow, replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly. Reset...
Page 63 - When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited.
63 Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V-, H-Frequency mentionedbelow and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H-Freq. (kHz) V-Freq. (H...
Page 65 - Mini D-sub Extension Cable; Optional Parts; Accessories; The specifications are subject to change without notice.
65 Appendix Model No. COMPONENT-VGA Cable : POA-CA-COMPVGA SCART-VGA Cable : POA-CA-SCART Mini D-sub Extension Cable : KA-MC-DB10 Presentation Remote Control : POA-RCKIT-03 Presentation Remote Control : POA-RCKIT-04 The parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, specify ...
Page 66 - SERVICE PORT CONNECTOR; Configurations of Terminals
66 Appendix Terminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 6 SERVICE PORT CONNECTOR Vcc - Data + Data Ground 1 2 3 4 USB CONNECTOR (Series B) 2 3 4 1 R X D ----- ----- GND RTS / CTS GND GND Serial 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COMPUTER INPUT/COMPONENT INPUT/MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) Terminal : Analog RGB (Mini D-...