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Multimedia Projector
MODEL
PLC-XW50
PLC-XW55
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. ◆ Compact Design ◆ Multilanguage Menu Display This projector is designed compact in size Operation menu is available in 16 and weight. It is easy to carry and work languages: English, German, French, anywhere you w
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Table of Contents Features and Design . . . . . . . . . .2 . . . Computer Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 . . . . Input Source Selection 5 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . .3 . . . . Computer System Selection 6 To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . Auto PC Adjustment 7 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5 . . . . Manual PC Adjustment 8 Air Circulation 6 Image Level Selection 30 Installing the Projector in Proper Image Level Adjustment 31 Position 6
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To the Owner Safety Precaution Before operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly and operate the projector properly. WARNING: TO R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F F I R E O R This projector provides many convenient features and ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS functions. Operating the projector properly enables APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE . you to manage those features and maintains it in – This projector produces intense light from the better condition for a considerable time. p
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Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of before the product is operated. air-conditioning equipment. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use. Unplug this projector from AC power This projector should be operated only from the type supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol of power source indicated on the marking label. If you cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
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Safety Instructions Air Circulation Installing the Projector Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation in Proper Position and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to Install the projector properly. Improper Installation protect it from overheating, and these openings must may reduce the lamp life and cause a fire hazard. not be blocked or covered. 20˚ CAUTION Do not tilt the projector more than 0 degrees from side to side. Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust v
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Compliance 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 commun
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Part Names and Functions Front q Speaker w Focus Ring e Infrared Remote Receiver r Projection Lens t Slide Shutter (See page 5.) y Slide Shutter Lever u Air Intake Vent i Exhaust Vents q w e r t y u CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Back Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side. i i o !0 !1 u o Power Cord Connector !0 Top Controls and Indicators !1 Terminals and Connectors !2 Air Intake Vents (back and bottom) !3 Adjustable Foot !4 Lamp Cover !5 Air Filters ✽ ✽ K
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Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal q w e r t y u q SERVICE PORT y VIDEO IN This jack is used to service the projector. Connect the composite video output from video equipment to VIDEO jack. (p.16) w COMPUTER IN /S-VIDEO IN u AUDIO IN /COMPONENT IN Connect the audio output from video Connect output signal from a computer, RGB scart 1-pin video output, S-VIDEO equipment connected to w or y to this jack. (When the audio output is mona
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Part Names and Functions Top Control u y t r e w i o q q MENU button u LAMP REPLACE indicator Open or close the On-Screen Menu. (p.0) Turn yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end. (p.54, 60) w KEySTONE ed buttons ✽ i ZOOM +/- (7 8) buttons ✽ Correct the keystone distortion. (p., 41) Adjust the screen size. (p., 41) e INPUT button o SELECT button Select input source. (p.5, 34, 35) – Execute the selected item. (p.0) r POWER ON/STAND-By button – Expand or co
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Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Remote Control q POWER ON/STAND-By button Turn the projector on or off. (p.18, 19) w VIDEO button e w q Select VIDEO input source. (p.3, 34) e COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source. (p.3, 5, 35) r MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu. (p0) t Point ed 7 8 (VOLUME + / –) buttons – Select an item or adjust the value in the On- Screen Menu. (p.0) – Pan the image in Digital zoom
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Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation Open the battery Install new batteries Replace the 1 2 3 compartment lid. into 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 insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions: ● Use two () AA or LR6 type alkaline batteries. ● Always replace batteries in sets. ● Do not use a new battery with a used b
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Installation Installation Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set horizontally to the flat screen. ✔ Note: • 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. • The values shown below are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. 3.6' (9.9 m) (Inch Diagonal) A : B = 6 : 1 1.7' (6.6 m) 16.3' (5.0 m) 300" 10.8' (3.3 m)
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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 pe
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Installation Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin) (Only one cable is supplied.) • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo) ( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.) External Audio Equipment Audio Input Monitor Monitor Audio Output Output Input VGA cable VGA Audio cable cable (stereo) Audio cable (stereo) COMPUTER IN MONITOR AUDIO OUT /S-VIDEO IN OUT (stereo) /COMPONENT IN COMPONENT /COMPUTER AUDIO IN ✔ Note: Unplug
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Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-Video Cable • S-Video-VGA Cable • Audio Cables (RCA X , Mini Plug: stereo) ( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.) Composite Video and Audio Output S-Video Output (R) (L) (R) (L) (Video) External Audio Equipment S-Video cable Video and Audio cable Audio cable Audio Input S-Video-VGA cable (L) (R) (R) (L) (Video) S-VIDEO AUDIO IN VIDEO IN Audio cable AUDIO OU
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Installation Component-VGA cable Installation Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug :stereo) • Scart-VGA Cable • Component Cable • Component-VGA Cable ( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.) Audio Output RGB Scart Component Video Output 1-pin Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) External Audio Equipment Component Audio Input cable Scart-VGA cable Audio cable (stereo) Audio cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT COMPUTER IN /S
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Basic Operation Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, 1 VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. 16 Connect the projector's AC power cord into an AC 2 outlet. The POWER indicator becomes red. Open the Lens Shutter by sliding the Lens Shutter Lever.(see page 8) The preparation display disappears after 30 Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button on the 3 seconds. top control or on the remote control. The POWER indicator becomes green and the cooling fans
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Basic Operation Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button on 1 the top control or on the remote control, and a message "Power off?" appears on the screen. Press the POWER ON/STAND-BY button again 2 to turn off the projector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and it continues while the cooling fans are operating for about 90 seconds. (You can select the level of fan quietness and The message disappears after 4 seconds. rotation speed. See page 5
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Basic Operation How to Operate the On-Screen Menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Top Control Menu. Refer to the following pages regarding each adjustment and setting procedures. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen SELECT button 1 Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to select a Menu icon 2 to adjust and press the Point ed buttons to select an item to adjust. MENU button Press the SELECT button to show the item data. 3 To adjust the data, press the Point 7
