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Multimedia Projector
MODEL PLC-XE40
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 ◆ Quick Termination - Short focus lens allows you to project large images The AC power cord can be unplugged immediately from short distance. (p. 14) after turning off the projector withou
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Table of Contents Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Computer Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Input Source Selection 26 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Computer System Selection 27 To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Auto PC Adjustment 28 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Manual PC Adjustment 29 Air Circulation 6 Image Level Selection 31 Installing the Projector in Pro
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To the Owner Safety Precaution Before operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly and operate the projector properly. WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC This projector provides many convenient features and SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE functions. Operating the projector properly enables you to TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. manage those features and maintains it in better condition for – This projector produces intense light from the projection a considerable time. lens
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Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before This projector should be operated only from the type of power the product is operated. source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied, consult your authorized dealer or Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later local power company. use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
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Safety Instructions Air Circulation Installing the Projector in Proper Position Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may to ensure reliable operation of the product and to reduce the lamp life and cause a fire hazard. protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. 20˚ CAUTION Do not tilt the projector more than 20 degrees from side to side. Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Wh
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Compliance AC Power Cord Requirement 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 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 ASA fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating, marked thus . If the fuse cover is detachable, never use the plug with the
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Part Names and Functions Front q Antitheft alarm setting buttons w Focus Lever e Projection Lens r Lens Cover (See p. 54 for attaching) CAUTION Do not turn on the projector with putting the lens cover on. The light beam may damage lens cover and result in fire hazard. Attach the lens cover while the projector is not in use to avoid scratching the lens surface. q w e r t y t Exhaust Vents Back t u CAUTION i !0 !1 Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects ne
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Part Names & Functions Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal q w e r t y u ✽ (VARIABLE) AUDIO OUT R COMPUTER IN 2 / MONITOR OUT RESET USB SERVICE PORT COMPUTER IN 1 / COMPONENT IN COMPUTER / L VIDEO IN COMPONENT (MONO) S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN i o q USB (Series B) t S-VIDEO IN In order to operate the computer with the remote Connect the S-VIDEO output from video control during a presentation, connect the USB equipment to this jack. (p. 17) port of the computer to the projector with a USB c
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Part Names and Functions Top Control q w e POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE q POWER indicator It turns red when the projector is in the stand-by mode. It remains green while the projector is under operation. (pp. 19, 20, 62) w WARNING indicator Emit a red light when the projector detects abnormal condition. This also blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range. (pp. 53, 62) e LAMP REPLACE indicator Turn yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to
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Part Names & Functions Part Names and Functions Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons e q w These buttons are used for Antitheft alarm function. (pp. 50-52) q F button Used for Antitheft alarm setting. w Button 1-3 Used for Antitheft alarm setting. e ALARM indicator Blinks red to indicate the battery condition or key operation. 11
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Part Names and Functions Remote Control q POWER ON-OFF button Turn the projector on or off. (pp. 19, 20) e w q w VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source. (pp. 24, 35) e COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source. (pp. 24, 26, 36) r MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu. (p. 21) t Point ed 7 8 ( VOLUME + / – ) buttons – Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen Menu. (p. 21) – Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode. (p. 34) – Adjust the volume level. (Point 7 8 buttons) (
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Part Names & Functions 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 insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions: ● Use (2) AA or LR6 type alkaline batteries. ● Always replace batteries in sets. ● Do not use a new battery wi
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Installation Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set horizontally to the flat screen. ✔ Note: • This projector is not equipped with 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. • The values below are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. (Inch D
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Installation Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240 V AC. This projector 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. Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not sure of the type of power being supplied. Connect the proje
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Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin) (Only one cable is supplied.) •USB Cable • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo) (Not all the cables are suppled with this projector.) Monitor Output Audio Output USB port Monitor Output External Audio Equipment or Monitor Input Audio Input USB cable VGA cable VGA cable Audio cable (stereo) Audio cable COMPUTER IN 2/ COMPUTER IN 1/ USB (stereo) COMPONENT IN MONITOR OUT This terminal is switcha
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Installation Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (Mini Plug: stereo) (Not all the cables are suppled with this projector.) S-Video Output Composite Video and Audio Output (R) (L) (Video) External Audio Equipment S-Video cable Video and audio cable Audio Input (R) (L) (Video) S-VIDEO AUDIO IN VIDEO Audio cable (stereo) (VARIABLE) AUDIO OUT R COMPUTER IN 2 / AUDIO OUT MONITOR OUT RESET USB SE
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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 suppled with this projector.) Audio Output RGB Scart 21- Component Video Output pin Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Component External Audio Equipment cable Audio cable Scart-VGA cable (stereo) Audio Input Component-VGA cable COMPUTER IN 1/ COMPONENT IN Audio cable (stereo) (VARIABLE) AUDIO OUT
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Installation 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. Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the remote 3 control. The POWER indicator becomes green and the cooling fans start to operate. The preparation display The preparation display disappears after 30 appears on the screen and the count down starts. seco
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Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the remote 1 control, and "Power off?" appears on the screen. Press the POWER ON-OFF button again to turn off the 2 projector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and the cooling fans keep operating. (You can select the level of fan quietness and rotation speed. See p. 49.) At this time you can disconnect the AC power cord even if the fans are still running. The message disappears after 4 seconds. When the project
