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PLC-XP20E
MODEL
PLC-XP20
OWNER'S INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector PLC-XP20E MODEL PLC-XP20 OWNER'S INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 TO THE OWNER As the owner of a new Multi-media Projector, you are probably eager to try out your new projector. Before you do, we suggest that you spend a little time reading this manual to familiarize yourself with the operating procedures, so that you will receive maximum satisfaction from the many features included in your new projector.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read Unplug this projector from wall outlet and refer servicing to before the product is operated. qualified service personnel under the following conditions: Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for a.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE PAGE FEATURES AND DESIGN MENU OPERATION 30-31 MODE SELECT COMPATIBILITY SOUND ADJUSTMENT IMAGE RESOLUTION LANGUAGE ADJUSTMENT AUTOMATIC MULTISCANNING SYSTEM MULTILANGUAGE MENU DISPLAY VIDEO MODE 32-35 LASER POINTER FUNCTION COLOUR SYSTEM SELECT OTHER FEATURES VIDEO SOURCE SELECT UNPACKING THE PROJECTOR PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT TRADEMARKS...
  • Page 5: Features And Design

    FEATURES AND DESIGN The projector is a multimedia projector that combines powerful and sophisticated features with easy-to-use, intuitive controls. Built-in multimedia features include audio, a palette of 16.77 million colours and active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. The projector is ideal for high-performance business, training and imaging applications that demand exceptional colour quality.
  • Page 6: Installation

    INSTALLATION NAME OF EACH PART OF THE PROJECTOR FRONT OF THE PROJECTOR PROJECTION LENS INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER FEET LOCK LATCH AIR INTAKE VENT REMOVABLE FEET LOCK LENS COVER LATCH SPEAKERS REAR OF THE PROJECTOR EXHAUST VENT INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER CAUTION HOT AIR! Air blown from the exhaust vent is hot.
  • Page 7: Setting-Up The Projector

    INSTALLATION SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR This projector is basically designed to project on a flat projection surface. POSITIONING: This projector can be focused from 1.4 m ~ 14.4 m. Refer to the figure below as an example when positioning the projector to the screen. 400"...
  • Page 8: Moving The Projector

    When transporting the projector, use a Sanyo recommended Carrying Case. Do not transport the projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case. This may cause damage to the projector. To transport the projector through a courier or transport service, use a Sanyo recommended Case.
  • Page 9: Power Requirements

    INSTALLATION POWER REQUIREMENTS MODEL PLC-XP20E Your projector uses nominal input voltages of 200-240 VAC. The projector automatically selects the correct input voltage. The projector 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.
  • Page 10: Connecting The Projector

    CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR TERMINAL OF THE PROJECTOR REAR OF THE PROJECTOR MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 1 COMPUTER IN 2 CONTROL PORT 1 CONTROL PORT 2 EXT. SP AUDIO 1 (8Ω) AUDIO 2 (STEREO) (STEREO) (STEREO) AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO Cb/Pb Cr/Pr (MONO) AUDIO INPUT JACKS COMPUTER INPUT-1 TERMINAL...
  • Page 11: Connecting The Computer

    CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING THE COMPUTER CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER INPUT TERMINALS (1 and 2) Personal computers can be connected to the HDB15-pin (VGA) terminal on the projector. Connect the computer to these terminals using the VGA cable and VGA/Macintosh adapter (provided). CAUTION: For projectors, the VGA cable provided is designed to reduce RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) emissions.
  • Page 12 CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING AN IBM-COMPATIBLE DESKTOP COMPUTER COMPUTER MONITOR CABLE (NOT PROVIDED) COMPUTER OUTPUT VGA CABLE (PROVIDED) PS/2 PORT AUDIO SERIAL PORT INPUT OUTPUT INPUT COMPUTER MONITOR INPUT 1 or 2 OUTPUT MOUSE CABLE FOR PS/2 PORT (PROVIDED) MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 1 COMPUTER IN 2 CONTROL PORT...
  • Page 13 CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING AN IBM-COMPATIBLE LAPTOP COMPUTER COMPUTER COMPUTER OUTPUT VGA CABLE (PROVIDED) AUDIO PS/2 PORT SERIAL PORT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT COMPUTER INPUT 1 or 2 MOUSE CABLE FOR PS/2 PORT (PROVIDED) CONTROL PORT MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 1 COMPUTER IN 2 OUTPUT 1 or 2 CONTROL PORT 1...
  • Page 14 CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING A MACINTOSH DESKTOP COMPUTER COMPUTER MONITOR CABLE COMPUTER (NOT PROVIDED) OUTPUT VGA CABLE (PROVIDED) VGA/MAC ADAPTER (PROVIDED) AUDIO ADB PORT COMPUTER MONITOR OUTPUT INPUT INPUT 1 or 2 OUTPUT MOUSE CABLE FOR ADB PORT (PROVIDED) MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 2 COMPUTER IN 1 CONTROL PORT 1...
  • Page 15 CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING A MACINTOSH POWERBOOK COMPUTER NOTE: The Macintosh PowerBook requires the use of the PowerBook Video COMPUTER Adapter shipped with the PowerBook. TO POWERBOOK VIDEO ADAPTER VGA CABLE (PROVIDED) VGA/MAC ADAPTER (PROVIDED) COMPUTER AUDIO ADB PORT INPUT 1 or 2 OUTPUT INPUT MOUSE CABLE FOR...
  • Page 16: Connecting The Video Equipment

    CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT Connect to the video and audio outputs of a VCR, video disc player, DVD player, video camera, satellite TV tuner or other AV equipment. CONNECTING TO THE VIDEO INPUT JACK Connect the video output from the video equipment to this jack using the video cable. CONNECTING S-VHS VIDEO INPUT JACK Connect the S-VIDEO output from the video equipment to this jack using the S-video cable.
  • Page 17 CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT VIDEO EQUIPMENT Satellite Video Camera DVD Player TV Tuner Video Cassette Recorder Video Disc Player VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 1 COMPUTER IN 2 S-VIDEO CONTROL PORT 1 CONTROL PORT 2 EXT.
  • Page 18 CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO THE EXT. SP. JACK (3.5 mm mini stereo type) This jack outputs stereo speaker sound which viewing on screen. If you use external speaker system, connect stereo type external speaker jack. Internal speaker sound is disconnected when speaker jack is connected. MONITOR OUT COMPUTER IN 2 COMPUTER IN 1...
  • Page 19: Before Operation

    BEFORE OPERATION BEFORE OPERATION CONTROLS AND INDICATORS FRONT INDICATORS TOP CONTROLS FRONT INDICATORS LAMP LAMP WARNING READY REPLACE TEMP. TOP CONTROLS ON-OFF MENU MODE ZOOM FOCUS VOLUME SELECT AUTO IMAGE NORMAL...
  • Page 20 BEFORE OPERATION LAMP REPLACEMENT INDICATOR Light is orange when the Lamp life draws to an end. TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR Flashes red when internal projector temperature is too high. READY INDICATOR Light is green when projector lamp is ready to be turned on. LAMP POWER INDICATOR Light is dim when the projector is on.
  • Page 21: Operation Of The Remote Control

    BEFORE OPERATION OPERATION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL This remote control unit is not only able to operate the projector but also usable INFRARED as a wireless mouse for a PC. One pointing pad and two click buttons are used SIGNAL for wireless mouse operation.
  • Page 22 BEFORE OPERATION COMPUTER SELECT BUTTON Used to select computer mode. (Computer 1 or Computer 2 Input) VIDEO SELECT BUTTON Used to select video mode. POWER ON/OFF BUTTON Used to turn the projector on or off. ZOOM BUTTONS Used to operate power zoom lens. FOCUS BUTTONS Used to operate power focus system.
  • Page 23 BEFORE OPERATION Remote Control Battery Installation Remove the battery Slide the batteries into the Replace the compartment lid. compartment lid. compartment. Note : For correct polarity (+ and - terminal), be sure the battery terminals are in contact with the pins in the compartment.
  • Page 24: Control The Projector

    BEFORE OPERATION CONTROL THE PROJECTOR The projector has two types of operation: DIRECT OPERATION and MENU OPERATION. DIRECT OPERATION allows you to operate the projector by using one button without showing the MENU. In MENU OPERATION mode, you display menus where you can adjust the projector's settings. Follow the instruction for each control.
  • Page 25: Menu Operation

    BEFORE OPERATION MENU OPERATION TOP CONTROL OF ADJUST ITEM REMOTE CONTROL THE PROJECTOR MENU MODE SELECT MENU POINT LEFT/RIGHT POINT LEFT/RIGHT SELECT SELECT POINT UP/DOWN POINT UP/DOWN SELECT SELECT 1. COMPUTER/VIDEO MODE TOP CONTROL OF ADJUST ITEM REMOTE CONTROL THE PROJECTOR SOUND MENU MENU...
  • Page 26 BEFORE OPERATION 3. COMPUTER MODE TOP CONTROL OF ADJUST ITEM REMOTE CONTROL THE PROJECTOR MENU MENU COMPUTER SYSTEM POINT LEFT/RIGHT POINT LEFT/RIGHT SELECT SELECT POINT UP/DOWN POINT UP/DOWN SELECT SELECT AUTO IMAGE MENU MENU FINE SYNC POINT LEFT/RIGHT POINT LEFT/RIGHT TOTAL DOTS SELECT SELECT...
  • Page 27: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION TURNING ON/OFF THE PROJECTOR TO TURN ON THE PROJECTOR Connect the projector to a source (Computer, VCR, Video Camera, Video Disc Player, etc.) using the appropriate terminals on the rear of the projector. (See "CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR" section on pages 11-18). Connect the projector's AC power cord into a wall outlet and turn the MAIN ON/OFF switch (located on the rear of the projector) to the ON position.
  • Page 28: Sound Volume Adjustment

    BASIC OPERATION SOUND VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Press the VOLUME buttons on the remote control unit or on the projector to adjust the volume. The volume display will be displayed on the screen for a few seconds. Pressing volume (+) will increase volume and increase the number on the screen. Pressing volume (-) will decrease volume and decrease the number on the screen.
  • Page 29: No Show Function

    BASIC OPERATION NO SHOW FUNCTION Press the NO SHOW button on the remote control unit. The screen will change into black image and the "NO SHOW" is displayed on the screen for a few seconds. This function is cancelled when the NO SHOW button is pressed again or any other function button is pressed.
  • Page 30: Menu Operation

    BASIC OPERATION MENU OPERATION In MENU OPERATION mode, you display menus where you can adjust the projector's settings. You can use the TOP CONTROL OF THE PROJECTOR or the REMOTE CONTROL UNIT. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT TOP CONTROL OF THE PROJECTOR POINT UP BUTTON ON-OFF...
  • Page 31: Sound Adjustment

    BASIC OPERATION SOUND ADJUSTMENT You can adjust the sound volume and sound mute ON/OFF switch in the MENU display. 1. Press the MENU BUTTON and the MAIN MENU DISPLAY dialog box will appear. 2. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON(s) to select SOUND and press the SELECT BUTTON. Another dialog box SOUND ADJUST DISPLAY will appear.
  • Page 32: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE COLOUR SYSTEM SELECT This projector is compatible with the six major broadcast video standards: PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M and PAL-N (COLOUR SYSTEMs). When the colour system is set to "Auto position", this projector can detect one of 4 systems (PAL, SECAM, NTSC or NTSC 4.43) automatically.
  • Page 33: Video Source Select

    VIDEO MODE VIDEO SOURCE SELECT This projector is compatible with 4 types video source input: Composite Video, S-Video, Component Video (Y, Cb, Cr) and Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr). When the video source is set to "Auto" position this projector can detect one of 3 types Composite Video, S-Video and Component Video (Y, Cb,Cr) automatically.
  • Page 34: Picture Image Adjustment

    VIDEO MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Picture adjustments have been preset at the factory. If you want to change the setting, operate the projector as follows. 1. Press MENU BUTTON and the MAIN MENU DISPLAY dialog box will appear. 2. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON(s) to select IMAGE and press the SELECT BUTTON. Another dialog box IMAGE ADJUST DISPLAY will appear.
  • Page 35: Picture Screen Adjustment

    VIDEO MODE PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the image in desirable size. WIDE function This projector is able to project not only a normal video image (with 4 x 3 aspect ratio), but also a wider video image by compressing 4 x 3 image.
  • Page 36: Computer Mode

    COMPUTER MODE COMPUTER SYSTEM SELECT This projector is adjustable to different types of computer display signals based on VGA, SVGA, XGA or SXGA (See "COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS" on the next page). If you set MODE SELECT to "COMPUTER", the projector will automatically process the incoming signal and projects the proper image without any special setting. Although this will work in most cases, you may be required to manually set the projector for some computer signals.
  • Page 37: Compatible Computer Specifications

    COMPUTER MODE COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS ON-SCREEN H-Freq. V-Freq. ON-SCREEN H-Freq. V-Freq. RESOLUTION RESOLUTION DISPLAY (kHz) (Hz) DISPLAY (kHz) (Hz) 640 x 480 31.47 XGA12 1024 x 768 86.96 VGA1 59.88 35.522 (Interlace) 720 x 400 31.47 70.09 VGA2 640 x 400 31.47 70.09 XGA13...
  • Page 38: Auto Image Function

    COMPUTER MODE AUTO IMAGE FUNCTION The Auto image function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync., Total dots and Screen position for most computers. NOTE: This AUTO IMAGE function cannot be operated when "RGB", "HDTV1035i" or "HDTV1080i" is selected on the COMPUTER SYSTEM SELECT menu.
  • Page 39: Picture Image Adjustment

    COMPUTER MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Picture adjustments have been preset at the factory. If you want to change the setting, operate the projector as follows. 1. Press the MENU BUTTON and the MAIN MENU DISPLAY dialog box will appear. 2. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON(s) to select IMAGE and press the SELECT BUTTON. Another dialog box IMAGE ADJUST DISPLAY will appear.
  • Page 40: Picture Position Adjustment

    COMPUTER MODE PICTURE POSITION ADJUSTMENT 1. Press the MENU BUTTON and the MAIN MENU DISPLAY dialog box will appear. 2. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON(s) to select POSITION and press the SELECT BUTTON. Another dialog box POSITION SETTING DISPLAY will appear. 3.
  • Page 41: Pc Adjustment

    COMPUTER MODE PC ADJUSTMENT This projector can automatically detect display signals from most personal computers currently distributed. However, some computers employ a special signal format which is different from the standard one and the projector cannot detect it. If this happens, the projector cannot reproduce a proper image. And a flickering picture, a non-synchronized picture, a non-centered picture or a skewed picture may be projected instead.
  • Page 42 COMPUTER MODE 6. Another dialog box "PC ADJUSTMENT DISPLAY 1" will appear and the parameter data for the Mode you have selected is shown in this dialog box. 7. The parameters will be filled with the data determined by the projector according to the present signal input. 8.
  • Page 43 COMPUTER MODE 17. Another dialog box "PC ADJUSTMENT DISPLAY 2" will appear and the parameter data for the Mode you have selected is shown in this dialog box. 18. Move the arrow to an item that you want to adjust by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN BUTTON(s). 19.
  • Page 44 COMPUTER MODE MODE FREE The Mode free function is provided to confirm or clear the parameter data produced by PC ADJUST. 1. Press the MENU BUTTON and the MAIN MENU DISPLAY dialog box will appear. 2. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON(s) to select PC ADJUST and press the SELECT BUTTON. Another dialog box "Where to reserve"...
  • Page 45: Picture Screen Adjustment

    COMPUTER MODE PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the image in desirable size. 1. Press MENU BUTTON and MAIN MENU DISPLAY dialog box will appear. 2. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON(s) to select SCREEN and press the SELECT BUTTON. Another dialog box SCREEN ADJUST DISPLAY will appear.
  • Page 46: Other Function Setting

    OTHER FUNCTION SETTING This projector has other functions settings: Blue back, Display, Ceiling, Rear, Split wipe, Power management, Remote control and Lamp age. See the next page menus figure and settings. BLUE BACK (On or Off) When this function is in the "On" position, the projector will project a blue image without video noise on the screen when the video source is unplugged or turned off.
  • Page 47: Remote Control (Mode 1 Or Mode 2)

    OTHER FUNCTION SETTING REMOTE CONTROL CODE CHANGE (Mode 1 or Mode 2) This projector can be operated with two different code, one is factory-set normal code (MODE 1) and the other one is extended code (MODE 2). This is used to prevent the remote control operation mixture (jam) when two projector and several remote control video equipments are system-up and used together.
  • Page 48: Lamp Age

    OTHER FUNCTION SETTING LAMP AGE The Lamp age function is designed to reset the lamp replacement monitor timer. When replacing the lamp, reset the lamp replacement monitor timer by using this function. NOTE: Do not reset the LAMP REPLACEMENT MONITOR TIMER, except after the lamp is replaced. 1.
  • Page 49: Appendix

    APPENDIX MAINTENANCE TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR The TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR flashes red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the normal temperature. Possible causes for the temperature warning may be: 1. Ventilation slots of the projector are blocked. In such an event, reposition the projector so that ventilation slots are not obstructed.
  • Page 50: Lamp Replacement

    ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP Replacement Lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering the Lamp, give the following information to the dealer. Model No. of your projector : PLC-XP20E/XP20 Replacement Lamp Type No. : POA-LMP24 (Service Parts No. 610 282 2755)
  • Page 51: Cleaning The Lens

    APPENDIX CLEANING THE LENS Follow these steps to clean the projection lens: 1. Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cleaning cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the lens. 2.
  • Page 52 APPENDIX Problem: Try these Solutions: Check Ceiling/Rear feature. Picture is L/R Reversed. (See "OTHER FUNCTION SETTING" section on pages 46 ~ 47). Picture is T/B inverted. Check Ceiling feature. (See "OTHER FUNCTION SETTING" section on pages 46 ~ 47). Some displays are not seen Check Display feature.
  • Page 53: Technical Specifications

    Built-in Speaker INT. SP. Stereo (R and L), 2 watt RMS (T.H.D.10%) Image Elevation Adjustment Up to 6 ° 200 ~ 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Model PLC-XP20E/XP17E) Voltage 110 ~ 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Model PLC-XP20/XP17) Power Consumption 1.8 A (Max.
  • Page 54 Printed in Japan Part No. 610 282 2052 (1AA6P1P2057-- PF6A) SANYO Electric Co., Ltd...

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