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Sanyo PLC-XL40 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Multimedia Projector PLC-XL40 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. ◆ Large Screen in Limited Space ◆...

  • 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

    Your SANYO product is designed and it may cause a breakdown or a disaster. 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. To Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it reduce the lamp life and cause fire hazard. from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

  • Page 7: Compliance

    Model Number(s) : PLC-XL40 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 Focus Lever e Projection Lens r Lens Cover (See page 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.

  • 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 SELECT button WARNING indicator –Execute the selected item (p.21). –Lights red light when the projector detects an –Expand or compress the image in Digital zoom abnormal condition. mode (p.34). –Blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range (pp.53, 62).

  • Page 11: Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons

    Part Names and Functions Antitheft Alarm Setting Buttons These buttons are used for the Antitheft alarm function (pp.50 – 52). F button Used for the Antitheft alarm setting. Button 1–3 Used for the 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.18, 19). 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).

  • Page 13: Remote Control Battery Installation

    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 in the compartment.

  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set perpendicularly to the plane of the screen. ✔ Notes: •This projector is not equipped with an optical zoom. To adjust the screen size, change the throw distance. •The brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality.

  • 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 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.

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Computer

    Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin)* • USB Cable • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo) (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) Monitor Output Audio Output USB port Monitor Output External Audio Equipment...

  • 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) (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) S-Video Output Composite Video and Audio Output (R) (L) (Video) External Audio Equipment...

  • 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 (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) Audio Output RGB Scart 21- Component Video Output pin Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Component...

  • 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 turns red. Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the top control or on the remote control.

  • Page 20: Turning Off The Projector

    Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the top control or 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 running.

  • 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 Top Control Menu. For each adjustment and setting procedure, refer to the respective sections in this manual. POWER WARNING LAMP REPLA Press the MENU button on the top control or on the MENU button remote control to display the On-Screen Menu.

  • Page 22: Menu Bar

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

  • Page 23: Focus Adjustment

    Basic Operation Focus Adjustment Adjust the lens focus with the focus lever. Focus Lever Keystone Correction If a projected picture has keystone distortion, correct the image with the Keystone function. Press the KEYSTONE button on the top control or on the •...

  • Page 24: Sound Adjustment

    Basic Operation Sound Adjustment Direct Operation Top Control VOLUME+/- Volume buttons Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the top control or on the remote control to adjust the volume. The volume dialog box appears on the screen for a few seconds. Remote Control Mute VOLUME- button...
  • Page 25 Basic Operation Remote Control AUTO PC button Press the AUTO PC button to operate the Auto PC function. KEYSTONE button VOLUME +/- (See page 23.) See page 28 for more details. buttons POINT (See page 24.) buttons D.ZOOM buttons AUTO PC button Press the D.ZOOM buttons to zoom in and zoom out the images.

  • Page 26: Computer Input

    Computer Input Input Source Selection Direct Operation Top Control INPUT button INPUT button Press the INPUT button on the top control or the POWER WARNING LA COMPUTER button on the remote control to select either Computer 1 Computer 1 or Computer 2. Before using the INPUT or COMPUTER buttons, select the Computer 2* correct input source through Menu operation as described...

  • Page 27: Computer System Selection

    Computer Input Computer System Selection The 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, the projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project proper images 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 positions to conform to your computer. Direct Operation Remote Control The Auto PC adjustment function can be operated directly with 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 five independent memory areas (Mode 1–5) to store those parameters manually adjusted, which allows you to recall the setting for a specific computer.
  • Page 30 Computer Input Display area H Use the Point buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Display area V Use the Point buttons to adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector. Reset To reset the adjusted data, select “Reset” and press the Move the red frame pointer SELECT button.

  • Page 31: Image Level Selection

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

  • Page 32: Image Level Adjustment

    Computer Input Image Level Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image Adjust Menu Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame Image Adjust Menu icon pointer to the desired item, and then press the Move the red frame pointer...

  • Page 33: Screen Size Adjustment

    Computer Input Store To store the adjusted data, select “Store” and press the Move the red frame pointer to the desired SELECT button. The Image Level Menu appears. Use the image level (from Image Point buttons to choose one of the four image level 1 to 4) and then press and press the SELECT button.
  • Page 34 Computer Input Custom Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. Press the SELECT button at Custom and the “Custom” is displayed on the screen for a few seconds and then the Aspect dialog box appears. Scale H/V.... Adjust the Horizontal/Vertical screen scale.

  • Page 35: Video Input

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Video, S-Video) Direct Operation Top Control INPUT button Press the INPUT button on the top control or VIDEO button POWER WARNING LAMP RE on the remote control to select “Video.” INPUT button Before using INPUT or VIDEO buttons, select the correct Video input source through menu operation as described below.

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

    Video Input Input Source Selection (Component, RGB Scart 21-pin) Direct Operation Top Control INPUT button Press the INPUT button on the top control or COMPUTER INPUT button POWER WARNING LAMP R on the remote control to select Computer 1. Computer 1 Before using INPUT or COMPUTER buttons, select the correct input source through Menu operation as described below.

  • Page 37: Video System Selection

    Video Input Video System Selection Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the AV System Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the desired system and then press the SELECT button.

  • Page 38: Image Level Selection

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

  • Page 39: Image Level Adjustment

    Video Input Image Level Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image Adjust Menu Menu. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame Image Adjust Menu icon pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button.
  • Page 40 Video Input Sharpness Press the Point button to decrease the sharpness of the image; press the Point button to increase the sharpness of the image (from 0 to 15). Gamma Use the Point buttons to adjust the gamma value to get better balance of contrast (from 0 to 15).

  • 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. Use the Point buttons to move the red frame 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. Use the Point buttons to move the red Setting Menu Set the red framed frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon.
  • 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 set to “On,” the picture is top/bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling-mounted projector. Rear Rear When this function is set to “On,” the picture is left/right reversed.
  • Page 46 Setting On start On start When this function is set to “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 (Key lock, PIN code lock, and Alarm settings) This function allows you to use Key lock, PIN code lock, and Alarm functions to set the security for the projector operation. Key lock Key lock This function locks operation of the top control and remote control.
  • Page 48 Setting Enter a PIN code Enter a PIN code Pointer Use the Point buttons to select a number and press the SELECT button to fix the number; the number changes to “✳.” If you fixed an incorrect number, move the pointer to “Set” or “Clear” once by pressing the Point button, then return to “PIN code.”...
  • Page 49 Setting This function provides the following options 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 down the projector. Lamp counter This function is used to reset the lamp replacement counter.

  • Page 50: Antitheft Alarm Function

    Antitheft Alarm Function How to Use the Antitheft Alarm Function The Antitheft alarm function is provided to prevent the projector from being stolen. When this function is set to “On,” the alarm rings as an unauthorized person tries to move the projector. ✔...
  • Page 51 Antitheft Alarm Function Other settings Change the PIN code Side Control Press the F button and enter the four-digit PIN code number within about 10 seconds. The ALARM indicator blinks red for a few seconds and a high- pitched confirmation sound is produced. ALARM indicator While the indicator is blinking, enter a new PIN code,...
  • Page 52 How to install the battery To use the Antitheft alarm function, you need to install a Screw battery into the projector. (Use a SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. CR2 3V lithium battery.) Unplug the AC power cord from a wall outlet before installing the battery.

  • 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 indicator is blinking red.

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Air Filters

    Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Air Filters Air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the surface of the optical elements inside the projector. Should the air filters become clogged with dust particles, they will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in a buildup of internal heat and adversely affect the life of the projector.

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Projection Lens

    Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Projection Lens CAUTION This projector is equipped with a plastic lens. Do not rub the lens with a hard fiber cloth or hit it with a something hard to prevent the lens from scratching. Do not use a chemical cleaner (liquid and solid) to avoid deteriorating the lens. Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning.

  • Page 56: Lamp Replacement

    ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP 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-XL40 ● Replacement Lamp Type No. POA-LMP90 (Service Parts No. 610 323 0726)

  • 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 and 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 pages16–18. – Make sure all equipment is connected to an AC outlet and the power is turned on. –...
  • Page 59 Appendix Some displays are not seen – Check the Display function (see page 42). during the operation. PIN code dialog box appears – PIN code lock is being set. Enter a PIN code; the “1234” or numbers at start-up. you have set (see pages 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 ✽N/A not applicable - - - Quit Sound Sound...
  • Page 61 Appendix Video Input Setting System Setting Auto Language English 1080i German 1035i French 720p Italian 575p Spanish 480p Portuguese 575i Dutch 480i Swedish 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 mentioned below 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) 10.50” x 4.86” x 9.58” (320 mm x 148 mm x 292 mm) (Not including adjustable feet) Net Weight 7.3 lbs (3.3 kg) Feet Adjustment 0˚...

  • 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 While the projector is locked with the PIN code... Put on the label below (supplied) to a prominent place of the projector’s body while it is locked with a PIN code. While the Antitheft alarm function is set... Put on the label below (supplied) to a prominent place of the projector’s body while the Antitheft alarm function is set.
  • Page 68 SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

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