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Multimedia Projector
MODEL PLC-XL50
Owner’s Manual
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Features and Design This Multimedia Projector is designed with the most advanced technology for portability, durability, and ease of use. This projector utilizes built-in multimedia features, a palette of 16.77 million colors, and matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. ◆ Large Screen in Limited Space ◆Digital Zoom (for Computer) Short focus lens allows you to project large images The digital zoom function expands (to approx. 16 from short distance (p.14). Images can be projected ti
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Table of Contents Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 . . . . Computer Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 . . . . . . . . Input Source Selection 27 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 . . . . . . . . Computer System Selection 28 To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . Auto PC Adjustment 29 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 . . . . . . . . Manual PC Adjustment 30 Air Circulation 6 Imag
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To the Owner Safety Precaution Before installing and operating this projector, read this WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC manual thoroughly and operate the projector properly. SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO This projector provides many convenient features and RAIN OR MOISTURE . functions. Operating the projector properly enables – This projector produces intense light from the you to manage those features and maintain it in good projection lens. Avoid stari
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Safety Instructions To the Owner All the safety and operating instructions should be read before Never push objects of any kind into this projector through the product is operated. cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for Never spill liquid of any kind on the projector. later use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use
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Safety Instructions Air Circulation Moving the Projector Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To When the projector is not in use for an extended period, ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it put it into a suitable case. from overheating, these openings must not be blocked Handle the projector carefully; do not drop, bump, or covered. subject it to strong forces, or put other things on the cabinet. CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. When
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Safety Instructions Installing the Projector in Proper Position Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may reduce the lamp life and cause fire hazard. Side B Side A CA UTION – D o not put anything or sit on the projector, otherwise, it may fall down or cause failure of the projector or injury. Side C Side E Side D Side F 10˚ Do not roll the projector more than 10 degrees from side to side. 10˚ This side is Side A or B. Do not put the projector on either side C or E to pr
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Compliance Federal Communications Commission Notice 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. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communi
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Part Names and Functions q Infrared Remote Receiver Front CAUTION The Infrared Remote Receiver sticks out beyond the cabinet surface. If the Infrared Remote Receiver is put on the wall or floor directly, the Infrared Remote Receiver may damage. w Top controls and Indicators e Exhaust Vent CAUTION q w e Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side. Back r Rear Leg t Adjustable Feet y Air Intake Vent u Terminals and Connectors i Power Cor
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Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal r w e q t y u i o !0 q SERVICE PORT t ALARM buttons This jack is used to service the projector. Use these buttons when setting up the Alarm function (pp.55-56). w COMPUTER IN 1 y S-VIDEO IN Connect output signal from a computer, or RGB Connect the S-VIDEO output from video scart 21-pin video output to this terminal (pp.16, equipment to this jack (p.17). 18). When the cable is of the longer variety, it is advisable to use this terminal and not COMPUTER
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Part Names and Functions Top w q e r o t y !0 u i q ALARM indicator y INPUT button Blinks red to indicate the battery condition or key Select input source (pp.27, 37, 38). operation. u POINT ( ed7 8 ) buttons w POWER indicator – Select an item or adjust the v alue in the On- – Lights red when the projector is in stand-by Screen Menu (p.22). mode. – Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode (p.36). – Lights green during operations. – Adjust the volume level (Point 7 8 buttons) – Blinks gre
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Part Names and Functions Remote Control q ON/STAND-By button Turn the projector on or off (pp.20, 21). e w q w VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source (pp.25, 37). / e COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source (pp.25, 27, 38). r MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu (p.22). t Point ed 7 8 (VOLUME + / –) buttons – Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen Menu. (p.22) – Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode (p.36). r !6 – Adjust the volume level (Point 7 8 buttons) (p.25). y
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Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation Open the battery Install new batteries into Replace the 1 2 3 compartment lid. the compartment. compartment lid. Two AA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in the compartment. To ensure 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 batte
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A A 80” Installation Positioning the Projector For the projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set perpendicularly to the plane of the screen. ✔Note: •T his projector is not equipped with an optical zoom. To adjust the screen size, 0.265’ ( 8.1 cm) change the throw distance. -0.131’ ( -4.0 cm) • 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 measureme
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Installation Mounting the Rear Leg and the Stand Rear Leg Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord. 1 Secure the rear leg with the four (4) screws. 2 Screw Rear leg Stand* Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord. 1 Secure the stand with three (3) sets of the screw 2 with a washer. *T he stand is included in standard accessories. Stand Screw with a washer ✔Note: •Mak e sure not to lose screws when installing the rear leg or the stand. 15
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Installation Connecting to Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin)* • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo) (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) Monitor Output External Audio Equipment or Monitor Output Monitor Input Audio Output Audio Input VGA cable VGA cable Audio cable (stereo) Audio cable (stereo) COMPUTER IN 2/ COMPUTER IN 1 MONITOR OUT AUDIO OUT (stereo) This terminal is switchable. Set up the AUDIO IN termina
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Installation Connecting to Video Equipment (Video, S-Video) Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (Mini Plug: stereo) (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) S-Video Output Composite Video and Audio Output External Audio Equipment (Video) (L) (R) Audio Input Video and audio cable S-Video cable (Video) (R) (L) S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IIN AUDIO IN Audio cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT (stereo) ✔Note: •When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the proje
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Installation Connecting to Video Equipment (Component and RGB Scart) Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo, RCA x 2) • Scart-VGA Cable • Component Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) Component Video Output RGB Scart 21- Audio Output External Audio Equipment (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) pin Output Audio Input Audio cable Component Scart-VGA (stereo) cable cable COMPUTER IN 1 AUDIO IN COMPONENT IN Audio cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT (stereo) ✔Note: •When the AUDIO
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Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100–120 V or 200–240 V AC and it automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system. If you are not sure of the type of power being supplied, consult your authorized dealer or service station. Connect the projector with all peri
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Basic Operation Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, 1 VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. 1 Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC 2 outlet. The POWER indicator turns red. Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or 3 on the remote control. The POWER indicator becomes green and the cooling fans start to operate. The The preparation display disappears after 30 seconds. preparation display appears on the screen and the count
