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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector PLC-XE31 MODEL Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Features And Design

    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. ◆ Antitheft Function ◆...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Features and Design ....2 Computer Input .....26 Input Source Selection Table of Contents .

  • Page 4: To The Owner

    EU countries and not applied to the countries in the may cause a breakdown or a disaster. other area of the world. Your SANYO product is designed and DO NOT SET THE PROJECTOR IN GREASY, WET, OR manufactured with...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 6: Air Circulation

    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.

  • Page 7: Compliance

    Model Numbers : PLC-XE31 Trade Name : Sanyo Responsible party : SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311 Telephone No. : (818)998-7322 AC Power Cord Requirement The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Front q Antitheft alarm setting buttons w Infrared Remote Receiver e Zoom Ring r Projection Lens t Focus Ring y Lens Cover (See p. 54 for attaching) u Exhaust Vents i Indicators o Speaker !0 Air Intake Vent !1 Power Cord Connector !2 Terminals and Connectors w e r t...

  • Page 9: Rear Terminal

    Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal ✽ (VARIABLE) AUDIO OUT COMPUTER IN 2 / SERVICE PORT COMPUTER IN 1 MONITOR OUT RESET / COMPONENT IN COMPUTER / VIDEO IN COMPONENT (MONO) S-VIDEO IN AUDIO IN 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...

  • Page 10: Top Control

    Part Names and Functions Top Control POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE POWER indicator Emit a red light until the projector gets ready to be turned on. It turns red when the projector is in the stand-by mode. It remains green while the projector is under operation. (pp.

  • Page 11: Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons

    Part Names and Functions Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons These buttons are used for Antitheft alarm function. (pp. 50-52) F button Used for Antitheft alarm setting. Button 1-3 Used for Antitheft alarm setting. ALARM indicator Blinks red to indicate the battery condition or key operation.

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control q POWER ON-OFF button Turn the projector on or off. (pp. 19, 20) 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.

  • Page 13: Front

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation Open the battery Install new batteries into Replace the compartment lid. the compartment. compartment lid. Two AA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins compartment.

  • Page 14: 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 the ambient lighting in order to get the best image. •...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    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.

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Computer

    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 supplied with this projector.) Monitor Output Audio Output USB port Monitor Output...

  • Page 17: Connecting To Video Equipment

    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 supplied with this projector.) S-Video Output Composite Video and Audio Output (Video) External Audio Equipment S-Video cable ✽...

  • Page 18: Connecting To Component Video Equipment

    Installation Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug :stereo) ✽ • Scart-VGA Cable ✽ • Component Cable ✽ • Component-VGA Cable ✽ (✽ = Not supplied with this projector.) Audio Output RGB Scart 21- Component Video Output pin Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr)

  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Turning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. Connect the projector's AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator becomes red. Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the remote control.

  • Page 20: Turning Off The Projector

    Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the remote control, and "Power off?" appears on the screen. Press the POWER ON-OFF button again to turn off the projector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and the cooling fans keep operating.

  • Page 21: How To Operate The On-Screen Menu

    Basic Operation How to Operate the On-Screen Menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Remote Control MENU button Menu. Refer to the following pages regarding each adjustment and setting procedure. POINT buttons Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 22: Menu Bar

    Basic Operation Menu Bar For detailed functions, see Menu Tree on pp. 60, 61. For computer source Screen Menu Guide Window PC System Menu Image Select Menu Setting Menu Show the selected Used to select Used to select an image Used to adjust size Used to set the of image.

  • Page 23: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Basic Operation Zoom and Focus Adjustment Rotate the Zoom Ring to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the projected picture focus. Zoom Ring Focus Ring (Rear) (Front) Keystone Correction If a projected picture has keystone distortion, correct the image with Keystone adjustment.

  • Page 24: Sound Adjustment

    Basic Operation Sound Adjustment Direct Operation Remote Control VOLUME- button Volume VOLUME+ button Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the remote control to adjust the volume. The volume dialog box appears on the screen for a few seconds. Mute MUTE button Press the MUTE button on the remote control to cut off the sound.
  • Page 25 Basic Operation AUTO PC button Remote Control Press the AUTO PC button to operate the Auto PC function. KEYSTONE button For more detail, see p. 28. VOLUME (See p. 23) +/- buttons POINT ed D.ZOOM buttons (See p. 24) buttons AUTO PC Press the D.ZOOM buttons to zoom in and zoom out the button...

  • Page 26: Computer Input

    Computer Input Input Source Selection Remote Control Direct Operation COMPUTER button Select either Computer 1 or Computer 2 by pressing the COMPUTER button on the remote control. COMPUTER button Before using COMPUTER button, select the correct input source through Menu operation as described below. Computer 1 Computer 2 Input Menu icon...

  • Page 27: Computer System Selection

    Computer Input Computer System Selection This projector automatically tunes to various types of computers based on VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, WXGA, or UXGA with its Multi-scan system and Auto PC Adjustment. If Computer is selected as a signal source, this projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional setting.

  • Page 28: Auto Pc Adjustment

    Computer Input Auto PC Adjustment Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Vertical to conform to your computer. Auto PC Adjustment function can be operated as follows. Direct Operation Remote Control The Auto PC adjustment function can be operated directly by pressing the AUTO PC button on the remote control.

  • Page 29: Manual Pc Adjustment

    Computer Input Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-scan system of this projector. Manual PC Adjustment enables you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats. The projector has 5 independent memory areas to memorize those parameters which are manually adjusted. You can recall the setting for a specific computer.
  • Page 30 Computer Input Display area H Adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Press the Point buttons to decrease/increase the value. Display area V Adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector. Press the Point buttons to decrease/increase the value. Reset Move the red framed pointer to an item and...

  • Page 31: Image Level Selection

    Computer Input Image Level Selection Remote Control Direct Operation IMAGE button Select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Dynamic Blackboard(Green), Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Standard Dynamic IMAGE Real...

  • Page 32: Image Level Adjustment

    Computer Input Image Level Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image Adjust Menu Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Image Adjust Menu icon Press the Point buttons to move the red framed Move the red framed pointer to the item that you want to adjust, and then...

  • Page 33: Screen Size Adjustment

    Computer Input Store To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the Move the red framed SELECT button. Select a level from Image 1 to 4 with the pointer to any of Point ed buttons and press the SELECT button. The Image 1 to 4 where you want to set and confirmation box appears and then select "Yes".
  • Page 34 Computer Input For zooming in and out the images Remote Control POINT buttons Digital zoom + When the Digital zoom + is selected, the On-Screen Menu disappears and “D. zoom +” is displayed. Press the SELECT button SELECT button to expand the image size. And press the Point ed7 8 buttons to pan the image.

  • Page 35: Video Input

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Video, S-Video) Remote Control Direct Operation Select Video by pressing the VIDEO button on the remote VIDEO button control. Before using VIDEO button, select the correct input source through menu operation as described below. Input Menu icon Menu Operation Input Menu Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen...

  • Page 36: Input Source Selection (Component, Rgb Scart 21-Pin)

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Component, RGB Scart 21-pin) Remote Control Direct Operation COMPUTER button Select Computer 1 by pressing the COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using COMPUTER button, select the correct input COMPUTER button source through Menu operation as described below. Computer 1 Computer 2 Menu Operation...

  • Page 37: Video System Selection

    Video Input Video System Selection Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red framed pointer to the AV System Menu icon. Press the Point buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the system that you want to select and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 38: Image Level Selection

    Video Input Image Level Selection IMAGE button Remote Control Direct Operation Dynamic Select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, Blackboard (Green), Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image Standard 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Cinema IMAGE Dynamic...

  • Page 39: Image Level Adjustment

    Video Input Image Level Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image Adjust Menu Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Press the Point buttons to move the red framed Image Adjust Menu icon pointer to the item that you want to adjust and then Move the red framed...
  • Page 40 Video Input Sharpness Press the Point 7 button to soften the image and the Point 8 button to sharpen the image. (From 0 to 15.) Gamma Press the Point buttons to get better balance of contrast. (From 0 to 15.) Noise reduction Noise interference on the screen can be reduced.

  • Page 41: Screen Size Adjustment

    Video Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Screen Menu Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Screen Menu icon.

  • Page 42: Setting

    Setting Setting This projector has Setting menu that allows you to set up Setting Menu (Language) the other various functions described as follows; Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point buttons to move the red Set the red framed Setting Menu pointer to the item...
  • Page 43 Setting Logo select Logo (Logo and Logo PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to customize the screen logo with Logo select, Capture, and Logo PIN code lock functions. ✔ Note: • When "On" is selected in Logo PIN code lock function, Logo select and Capture functions cannot be selected.
  • Page 44 Setting Logo PIN code lock Logo PIN code lock This function prevents an unauthorized person from changing the screen logo. Off ..the screen logo can be changed freely from the Logo select menu. (p. 43) On ..the screen logo cannot be changed without the Logo PIN code.
  • Page 45 Setting Ceiling Ceiling When this function is “On,” the picture is top/bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling mounting the projector. Rear Rear When this function is “On,” the picture is left/right reversed.
  • Page 46 Setting On start On start When this function is “On”, the projector is automatically turned on just by connecting the AC power cord to an outlet. ✔ Note: • Be sure to turn the projector off properly (see “Turning Off the Projector”...
  • Page 47 Setting Security (Alarm and PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to use PIN code lock and Alarm function to set the security for the projector operation. PIN code lock PIN code lock This function prevents the projector from being operated by an unauthorized person and provides the following settings for security options.
  • Page 48 Setting To Change the PIN code Change the PIN code lock setting Select a desired The PIN code can be changed to your desired four-digit setting with the number. Point buttons. Select "PIN code change" with the Point button, and press the SELECT button to display the New PIN code input dialog box.
  • Page 49 Setting This function provides the following alternatives in the cooling fans' operation after turning off the projector. (p. 20) L1 ..Normal operation L2 ..Slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L1), but it takes longer to cool the projector down.

  • Page 50: Antitheft Alarm Function

    Antitheft Alarm Function How to Use the Antitheft Alarm Function The Antitheft alarm function is to prevent the projector from being stolen. With this function on, the alarm rings when an unauthorized person tries to move the projector. ✔ Note: •...
  • Page 51 Antitheft Alarm Function Settings Chang e the PIN code Side Control Press the F button and enter the four-digit PIN code within about 10 seconds. The ALARM indicator blinks ALARM red for a few seconds and high-pitched confirmation indicator sound is made. While the indicator is blinking, enter new PIN code then you will hear the high-pitched confirmation sound and the ALARM indicator is off.
  • Page 52 Antitheft Alarm Function How to install the battery To use the Antitheft alarm function, you need to install a battery. (Use a CR2 3V lithium battery.) Screw To install the battery, remove the screw and open the battery cover on the bottom of the projector. When the battery is installed properly, the ALARM indicator blinks for about 10 seconds.

  • Page 53: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Warning Indicator The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the WARNING indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. The projector is shut down and the WARNING WARNING Top Control blinking red...

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Air Filters

    Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Air Filters Air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the air filters become clogged with dust particles, it reduces cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat build up and adversely affect the life of the projector.

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Projection Lens

    Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Projection Lens Follow these steps to clean the projection lens. Disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning. Softly wipe the projection lens with a cleaning cloth that contains a small amount of non-abrasive camera lens cleaner, or use lens cleaning paper or a commercially available air blower to clean the lens.

  • Page 56: Lamp Replacement

    Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering a projection lamp, give the following information to the dealer. ● Model No. of your projector : PLC-XE31 ● Replacement Lamp Type No. : POA-LMP102 (Service Parts No. 610 328 6549)

  • Page 57: Lamp Replacement Counter

    Maintenance and Cleaning Lamp Replacement Counter Be sure to reset the Lamp replacement counter after the lamp is replaced. When the Lamp replacement counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. Turn the projector on, press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 58: Appendix

    Appendix 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 pp. 16-18. –Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. –When you operate the projector with a computer and it does not project an image, restart the computer.
  • Page 59 Appendix Some displays are not seen –Check the Display function. (See p. 42.) during the operation. PIN code dialog box appears at start-up. –PIN code lock is being set. Enter a PIN code (1234 or numbers you have set). (See pp. 19, 47, 48.) Computer 2 cannot be selected.

  • Page 60: Menu Tree

    Appendix Menu Tree Computer Input / Video Input Input Computer 1 Go to System Component Go to System RGB( Scart ) Quit Computer 2 Video Auto Go to System Video Go to System S-Video Go to System Quit ✽N/A not applicable - - - Sound Sound...
  • Page 61 Appendix Video Input Setting System Setting Language English Auto German 1080i French 1035i Italian 720p Spanish 575p Portuguese 480p Dutch 575i Swedish 480i Finnish System Auto Polish Hungarian SECAM Romanian NTSC Russian NTSC 4.43 Chinese PAL-M Korean PAL-N Japanese Quit Image Select Dynamic Keystone...

  • Page 62: Indicators And Projector Condition

    Appendix Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators Projector Condition LAMP WARNING POWER REPLACE red/green yellow The projector is off. (The AC power cord is unplugged.) The projector is preparing for stand-by or the projection lamp is ✽...

  • Page 63: Compatible Computer Specifications

    Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency below mentioned and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited. ON-SCREEN H-Freq. V-Freq. ON-SCREEN H-Freq.

  • Page 64: Technical Specifications

    Appendix Technical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 9.66" x 2.3" x 6.82" (294.5mm x 69.5mm x 208mm) (Not including adjustable feet) Net Weight 5.5 lb (2.5kg) Feet Adjustment 0˚ to 10.0˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel System 0.6"...

  • Page 65: Optional Parts

    Appendix Accessories Owner's Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries Battery for Antitheft alarm function VGA Cable Lens Cover with String PIN Code Label Alarm Label ● The specifications are subject to change without notice. ●...

  • Page 66: Configurations Of Terminals

    Appendix Configurations of Terminals COMPUTER INPUT/COMPONENT INPUT/MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) Terminal : Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) Red (R/Cr) Input / Output ----- Green (G/Y) Input / Output Ground (Vert.sync.) Blue (B/Cb) Input / Output Ground / ----- ----- ----- Ground (Horiz.sync.) Horiz.

  • Page 67: Pin Code Label

    Appendix PIN Code Label Put the label below (supplied) on in a prominent place of the projector's body while it is locked with a PIN code.
  • Page 68 Part No. 610 328 6556 (1AA6P1P5114-- LG6A) SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

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