Multimedia Projector MODEL PLC-XU4000 Owner’s Manual Network Supported Wired LAN Refer to the Owner's Manual below for details about network function.
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 This projector is designed compact in size and weight. It is easy to carry and installed anywhere you wish to use.
Table of Contents Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 To the Owner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Air Circulation Installing the Projector in Proper Position Moving the Projector 6 6 6 6 Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To the Owner Before installing and operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly. This projector provides many convenient features and functions. Operating the projector properly enables you to manage those features and maintains it in good condition for many years to come. Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other accidents.
Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of air-conditioning equipment. Read all of the instructions mentioned here and retain them for later use. Unplug this projector from AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. This projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
Safety Instructions Installing the Projector in Proper Position Air Circulation Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. CAUTION Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may shorten the lamp life and cause a fire hazard. 20° Do not roll the projector more than 20 degrees from side to side. 20° Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent.
Compliance Federal Communications 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 communications.
Part Names and Functions ① Infrared Remote Receiver ② Zoom Ring Front ③ Focus Ring ④ Projection Lens CAUTION Do not cover the light beam in front of the lens. High temperature from light beam may damage the lens. ⑤ Lens Cap (See page 62 for attaching.) CAUTION ① ⑨ Back ②③④ ⑤ Do not turn on a projector with lens cap attached. High temperature from light beam may damage lens cap and result in fire hazard.
Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal ④ ⑩ ③ ⑨ ⑧ ① ② ⑦ ① LAN Connection Terminal Connect the LAN cable (refer to the owner’s manual of "Network Set-up and Operation"). ② COMPUTER IN 1 / COMPONENT IN Connect output signal from a computer, RGB scart 21-pin video output or component video output to this terminal(pp.14,16). ③ COMPUTER IN 2 / MONITOR OUT – Connect computer output to this terminal (p.14).
Part Names and Functions Top Control ⑨ ⑤ ⑧ ④ ⑦ ③ ② ⑥ ① ① SELECT button –Execute the selected item (p.21). –Expand or compress the image in the Digital zoom mode (p.36). ⑦ AUTO SETUP button Execute the setting of Auto setup (includes Input search, Auto PC adj. and Auto Keystone functions) in the setting menu. (pp.23, 47). ② POINTŸźŻŹ (VOLUME –/+) buttons –Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen Menu (p.21). –Pan the image in the Digital zoom +/- mode (p.36).
Part Names and Functions Remote Control ① ON/STAND-BY button Turn the projector on or off. (pp.18-20) ② AUTO SET button Execute the setting of Auto setup (includes Input search, Auto PC adj. and Auto Keystone functions) in the setting menu. (pp.23, 47) ③ COMPUTER 1/2 buttons Select the COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 input source. (pp.27-28, 39) ① ② ⑤ S-VIDEO button Select the S-VIDEO input source. (p.38) ③ ④ ④ VIDEO button Select the VIDEO input source. (p.
Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation 1 Open the battery compartment lid. 2 Install new batteries into the compartment. 3 Replace the compartment lid. Two AAA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in compartment. To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions : z Use two (2) AAA or LR03 type alkaline batteries. z Always replace batteries in sets. z Do not use a new battery with a used battery.
Installation Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below. The projector should be set perpendicularly to the plane of the screen. 3 Note: 7KH EULJKWQHVV LQ WKH URRP KDV D JUHDW LQIOXHQFH RQ SLFWXUH TXDOLW\ ,W LV UHFRPPHQGHG WR OLPLW DPELHQW lighting in order to obtain the best image. $OO PHDVXUHPHQWV DUH DSSUR[LPDWH DQG PD\ YDU\ IURP WKH DFWXDO VL]HV 41.8' (12.7 m) 34.8' (10.6 m) 300 23.2' (7.1 m) 17.4' (5.3 m) 200 250 11.6' (3.5 m) 150 4.6' (1.
Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection 9*$ &DEOHV 0LQL ' VXE SLQ * $XGLR &DEOHV (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment VGA cable Audio Input Audio cable (stereo) Monitor Output This terminal is switchable. Set up the terminal as either Computer input or Monitor output. (See Page 51.
Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection 9LGHR DQG $XGLR &DEOH 5&$ [ 6 9,'(2 &DEOH $XGLR &DEOH (Cables are not supplied with the projector. ) External Audio Equipment Audio Input Audio cable (stereo) AUDIO OUT (stereo) Video and Audio Output (Video) (L) (R) Video and audio cable VIDEO AUDIO IN 3 Note: When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector's builtin speaker is not available.
Installation Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cables used for connection $XGLR &DEOHV 6FDUW 9*$ &DEOH 9*$ &DEOH &RPSRQHQW &DEOH &RPSRQHQW 9*$ &DEOH (Cables are not supplied with this projector.
Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-240 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 center.
Basic Operation Turning On the Projector 1 Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. 2 Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights red. Open the lens cap (see pages 8, 62). 3 Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control. The POWER indicator lights green and the cooling fans start to operate. The preparation display appears on the screen and the countdown starts.
Basic Operation Enter a PIN code Use the Point Ÿź buttons to enter a number. Press the Point Ź button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to “”. If you fixed an incorrect number, use the Point Ż button to move the pointer to the number you want to correct, and then enter the correct number. Repeat this step to complete entering a four-digit number. PIN Code Input Dialog Box After the OK icon disappears, you can operate the projector.
Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector 1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. 2 Press the ON/STAND-BY button again to turn off the projector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and the cooling fans keep running. (You can select the level of fans’ quietness and speed. See “Fan” on page 56.) At this time, you can unplug the AC power cord even if the fans are still running. 3 Power off? disappears after 4 seconds.
Basic Operation How to Operate the On-Screen Menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Menu. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into submenus, which are further divided into other submenus. For each adjustment and setting procedure, refer to respective sections in this manual. 1 Press the MENU button on the top control or the remote control to display the On-Screen Menu. 2 Use the Point Ÿź buttons to highlight or select a main menu item.
Basic Operation Menu Bar For detailed functions of each menu, see “Menu Tree” on pages 68-69. Main Menu Sub-Menu M N O P Q R S T U V M Input Used to select an input source from Computer 1, Computer 2, Video or S-video. (pp.27-28,38-39). N PC adjust Select Auto PC adj., Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, Vertical, Current mode, Clamp, Display area H, Display area V, Reset, Mode free and Store to adjust the parameters to match with the PC input signal format (pp.30-32).
Basic Operation Zoom and Focus Adjustment Rotate the Zoom Ring to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Focus Ring Zoom Ring Auto Setup Function Auto setup function is provided to automatically execute the setting of Auto setup (includes Input search, Auto PC adj. and Auto Keystone functions) in the setting menu by just pressing the AUTO SETUP button on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote control.
Basic Operation Sound Adjustment Direct Operation Top Control VOLUME+/buttons Volume 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 Press the MUTE button on the remote control to select On to temporarily turn off the sound. To turn the sound back on, press the MUTE button again to select Off or press the VOLUME +/– buttons.
Basic Operation Remote Control Operation Using the remote control for some frequently used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to make the desired operation quickly without calling up the On-Screen Menu. COMPUTER 1/2, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT buttons Press the COMPUTER 1/2, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT buttons on the remote control to select the input source. See pages 27-28, 38-39 for details.
