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Table of Contents

Features and Design  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

To the Owner  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Safety Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Air Circulation

6

Installing the Projector in Proper Position

6

Moving the Projector

6

Compliance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Part Names and Functions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Front

8

Back

8

Bottom

8

Rear Terminal

9

Top Control

10

Remote Control

11

Operating Range

11

Remote Control Battery Installation

12

Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Positioning the Projector

13

Adjustable Feet

13

Connecting the AC Power Cord

14

Connecting to a Computer

15

Connecting to Video Equipment

16

Basic Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Turning On the Projector

17

Turning Off the Projector

18

Zoom and Focus Adjustment

19

How to Operate the On-Screen Menu

20

Menu Bar

21

Keystone Adjustment

22

Picture Freeze Function

22

No Show Function

22

P-Timer Function

23

Sound Adjustment

23

Computer Input   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Input Source Selection

24

Computer System Selection

25

Auto PC Adjustment

26

Manual PC Adjustment

27

Image Level Selection 

29

Image Level Adjustment

30

Screen Size Adjustment

31

Video Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Input Source Selection

32

Video System Selection

33

Image Level Selection 

34

Image Level Adjustment

35

Screen Size Adjustment

37

Setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Setting

38

Maintenance and Cleaning  . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Warning Indicator

45

Cleaning the Air Filters

46

Cleaning the Projection Lens

47

Cleaning the Projector Cabinet

47

Attaching the Lens Cover

47

Lamp Replacement

48

Lamp Replace Counter

49

Appendix  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Troubleshooting

50

Menu Tree

52

Indicators and Projector Condition

54

Compatible Computer Specifications

55

Technical Specifications

56

Optional Parts

57

Configurations of Terminals

58

PIN Code Number Memo

59

Trademarks

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Summary of Contents for PLC-SW35

Page 1: ...Multimedia Projector MODEL PLC SW35 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...Operation menu is available in 12 languages English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Russian Chinese Korean or Japanese See page 38 Keystone Adjustment The keystone correction function is provided to correct distortion of the projected image allowing you to use the projector without locational constraints See page 22 and 38 Power management The Power management function reduc...

Page 3: ... Sound Adjustment 23 Computer Input 24 Input Source Selection 24 Computer System Selection 25 Auto PC Adjustment 26 Manual PC Adjustment 27 Image Level Selection 29 Image Level Adjustment 30 Screen Size Adjustment 31 Video Input 32 Input Source Selection 32 Video System Selection 33 Image Level Selection 34 Image Level Adjustment 35 Screen Size Adjustment 37 Setting 38 Setting 38 Maintenance and C...

Page 4: ...EDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE This projector produces intense light from the projection lens Do not stare directly into the lens as possible Eye damage could result Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam Install the projector in a proper position If not it may result in a fire hazard Provide appropriate sp...

Page 5: ...ltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the projector Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of air conditioning equipment This projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supplied consult your authorized dealer or local...

Page 6: ... the projector Do not tilt the projector more than 20 degrees above and below Do not point the projector up to project an image Do not point the projector down to project an image Do not put the projector on either side to project an image Install the projector properly Improper Installation may reduce the lamp life and cause a fire hazard Installing the Projector in Proper Position Openings in th...

Page 7: ... by the Underwriters Laboratories UL and certified by the Canadian Standard Association CSA AC Power Cord has a grounding type AC line plug This is a safety feature to be sure that the plug will fit into the power outlet Do not try to defeat this safety feature Should you be unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician GROUND THE SOCKET OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQU...

Page 8: ...Controls and Indicators 3 Air Intake Vent 4 Exhaust Vent 5 Adjustable Feet 6 Air Intake Vents 7 Air Filters e w q u i t r y 1 0 o 3 4 2 Bottom 7 5 6 Back Front CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent Do not put heat sensitive objects near this side i Speaker CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent Do not put heat sensitive objects near this side Part Names and Functions ...

Page 9: ...ming from COMPUTER S VIDEO COMPONENT IN terminal This terminal cannot output RGB Scart signal from COMPUTER S VIDEO COMPONENT IN terminal p15 y COMPUTER S VIDEO COMPONENT IN Connect S video output RGB Scart 21 pin video output component video output or computer output to this connector p15 e AUDIO OUT VARIABLE Connect an external audio amplifier to this jack p15 16 This terminal outputs sound from...

Page 10: ... an item or adjusts value in the On Screen Menu These are also used to pan the image in the Digital zoom mode p31 Point 7 8 button are used as VOLUME button p23 t INPUT button Select input source p24 32 w SELECT button Execute the item selected It is also used to expand compress the image in Digital zoom mode p31 i POWER indicator Blink red until the projector gets ready to be turned on It turns r...

Page 11: ... Screen Menu p20 t KEYSTONE button Correct the keystone distortion p22 38 o y D ZOOM e ed d button Select the Digital zoom mode and resize the image p31 u FREEZE button Freeze the picture p22 2 IMAGE button Select image level p29 34 o MUTE button Mute the sound p23 0 P TIMER button Operate the P timer function p23 1 NO SHOW button Temporarily turn off the image on the screen p22 4 Point e ed d 7 7...

Page 12: ... heat Do not drop the remote control If a battery has leaked on remote control carefully wipe case clean and install new batteries Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Remove the battery compartment lid Slide the batteries into the compartment Replace the compartment lid Two AAA size batteries For correct polarity and...

Page 13: ... room has a great influence on picture quality It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to obtain the best image The values shown above are approximate and may vary from the actual size Positioning the Projector Installation 40 100 150 200 169 127 83 34 21 3 6 5m 16 1 4 9m 10 6 3 2m 4 3 1 3m Max Zoom Min Zoom A B 9 1 Screen Size W x H mm 4 3 aspect ratio Zoom min 34 Zoom max 691 x 518 ...

Page 14: ...k with single phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor To reduce 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 projector with all peripheral equipment before turning the projector on See page 15 16 for connection CAUTION For safety unplug A...

Page 15: ...th the projector and the external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet Note When connecting AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected Audio out and Monitor out terminal works only when the projector is under operation and do not work when the projector is in stand by state or Power management mode p41 See p57 for ordering optional parts Audio...

Page 16: ...d from AC outlet Note When connecting AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected Audio out and Monitor out terminal works only when the projector is under operation and do not work when the projector is in stand by state or Power management mode p41 See p57 for ordering optional parts External Audio Equipment Audio cable stereo VIDEO S Video VGA cable S ...

Page 17: ...g the projector A PIN code consists of a four digit number Refer to PIN Code Lock function in Setting on page 43 for locking operation of the projector with your PIN code Pointer After the OK icon disappears you can operate the projector PIN code Input Dialog Box Turning On the Projector Basic Operation Enter a PIN code Select a number by pressing the Point 7 8 button and fix the number with the S...

Page 18: ...enough to be turned on again the POWER indicator lights red Then you can disconnect the AC power cord The message disappears after 4 seconds Note The projector cannot be turned on during the cooling period with the POWER indicator blinking red You can turn it on again after the POWER indicator lights red When the On start function is on this projector is turned on automatically by connecting the A...

Page 19: ...19 Basic Operation Rotate the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the projected picture focus Zoom Lever Focus Ring Zoom and Focus Adjustment Basic Operation ...

Page 20: ...On Screen Menu Refer to the following pages regarding each adjustment and setting procedure Press the Point 7 8 buttons to select a Menu icon to adjust Press the Point ed buttons to select an item to adjust Press the SELECT button to show the item data Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the data Refer to the following pages for respective adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On Scree...

Page 21: ...t picture image Contrast Brightness Color Tint Color temp White balance R G B Sharpness Gamma Progressive Film p35 36 For video source Same function as menu for computer source Input Menu Used to select input source either Video or Computer p32 PC Adjust Menu Used to adjust parameters to match with input signal format p26 28 Image Select Menu Used to select an image level among Dynamic Standard Ci...

Page 22: ... p11 Picture Freeze Function Keystone Adjustment 1 Press KEYSTONE button on the remote control or select Keystone on the Setting menu p38 to display the Keystone dialog box 2 Correct keystone distortion by pressing Point ed buttons Press Point e button to reduce the upper part of image and press Point d button to reduce the lower part Reduce the upper width with Point e button Reduce the lower wid...

Page 23: ... 7 8 button to cut off sound Dialog box display is changed to On and sound is cut off To restore sound to its previous level press the Point 7 8 button again Press the Point d d button to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to select and then press the SELECT button indicates approximate level of volume closes the Sound Menu Direct Operation Volume Mute indicates approximate level...

Page 24: ...inter to Computer and then press the SELECT button 2 After the Source Select Menu appears for Computer move the pointer to RGB and then press the SELECT button 3 INPUT button Input Source Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation Computer Input Move the pointer red arrow to Computer and press the SELECT button Input Menu icon Move the pointer to RGB and press the SELECT button Source Select Menu P...

Page 25: ... signal source this projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional setting Signal formats provided in this projector is shown on page 55 When the projector cannot recognize connected signal conforming to PC Systems provided in this projector Auto PC Adjustment function works to display proper images and the message Auto is displayed on ...

Page 26: ...ore on page 28 Note Fine sync Total dots and Picture Position of some computers can not be fully adjusted with this Auto PC Adjustment function When the image is not provided properly with this operation manual adjustments are required p 25 27 28 The Auto PC Adjust cannot be operated when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in the PC System Menu Auto PC Adjustment Press the MENU bu...

Page 27: ...utton to adjust the position Horizontal Adjusts vertical picture position Press the Point 7 8 button to adjust the position Vertical Press the SELECT button to show H Freq and V Freq of the connected computer Current mode Adjusts clamp level When the image has dark bars try this adjustment Clamp Press the SELECT button at this icon to adjust the other items Press the Point 7 8 button to adjust the...

Page 28: ...e SELECT button Move the red arrow pointer to any of Mode 1 to 5 in which you want to store and then press the SELECT button Resets all adjustment to their previous levels Mode free Vacant Mode shows values of Total dots Horizontal Vertical Display area H and Display area V closes this dialog box To store adjustment data To clear adjustment data To clear adjustment data previously set move the red...

Page 29: ...Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control IMAGE button Dynamic Real Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Normal picture level preset on this projector Picture level with improved halftone for graphics Standard Real Image 1 4 Image Level Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation Image 4 User preset image in the Image Adjust Menu p30 Image 1 4 Blackboard Green Picture level suitable for the imag...

Page 30: ...you want to set and then press the SELECT button Store icon Press the SELECT button at this icon to store the adjustment Image Adjust Menu icon Press the Point 7 button to lighten red tone and the Point 8 button to deepen red tone From 0 to 63 White balance Red Press the Point 7 button to lighten green tone and the Point 8 button to deepen green tone From 0 to 63 White balance Green Press the Poin...

Page 31: ...nu is used Screen Menu Screen Menu icon Screen Size Adjustment When the Digital Zoom is selected the On Screen Menu disappears and the message D Zoom is displayed Press the SELECT button to expand the image size And press the Point e ed d7 8 button to pan the image The Panning function can work only when the image is larger than the screen size A projected image can be also expanded by pressing th...

Page 32: ...PUTER by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or VIDEO or COMPUTER button on the remote control Before using these buttons correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below Computer Move the pointer to S Video Component RGB Scart and press the SELECT button Source Select Menu When the input source is connected to the COMPUTER S VIDEO COMPONENT IN with a S Vi...

Page 33: ... press the SELECT button PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N The projector automatically detects incoming video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image it is necessary to select a specific component video signal format among 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i and 1080i Auto COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT Video or S Video Component The p...

Page 34: ...tton on the remote control Normal picture level preset on this projector Standard Picture level adjusted for the picture with fine tone Cinema Blackboard Green User preset image in the Image Adjust Menu p35 36 Image 1 4 IMAGE button Dynamic Cinema Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Image Level Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation Picture level suitable for the image projected on a blackboard Thi...

Page 35: ...icon to display other items Image Adjust Menu icon Press the Point 7 button to lighten color and the Point 8 button to deepen color From 0 to 63 Press the Point 7 8 button to obtain proper color From 0 to 63 Color Tint Press the Point 7 button to soften the image and the Point 8 button to sharpen the image From 0 to 15 Sharpness Press the Point 7 button to lighten red tone and the Point 8 button t...

Page 36: ...ctive picture L2 Select L2 for a still picture Progressive This function is effective on 3 2 pulldown video sources With this function On the projector reproduces pictures faithful to the original film quality Film Note Progressive cannot be selected when 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected p33 Film can only be activated when selecting NTSC and 480i for Video System and L1 L2 for Progressive...

Page 37: ...s the Point d d button and move the red frame pointer to the function that you want to select and then press the SELECT button 1 2 Move the red frame to a function and press the SELECT button Screen Menu Screen Menu icon Provides image at a wide screen ratio of 16 9 Wide Provides image at a normal video aspect ratio of 4 3 Normal Screen Size Adjustment Note Screen Menu cannot be operated when 720p...

Page 38: ...r Japanese Set the red frame pointer to the item and press the SELECT button Press the Point d d button to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to set and then press the SELECT button The Setting dialog box appears When pressing the SELECT button at Language the Language Menu appears Setting Menu Language Setting Menu icon This function corrects distortion of a projected image Sele...

Page 39: ... following dialog box will appear Select On Off by pressing the Point 7 8 button or change the Logo PIN code Change the Logo PIN code Logo PIN code can be changed to your desired four digit number Select Logo PIN code change with the Point d d button and press the SELECT button Set a new Logo PIN code Be sure to note the new Logo PIN code and keep it at hand If you lost the number you could no lon...

Page 40: ...or 720p 1035i and 1080i When capturing the image that has been adjusted by the Keystone function the adjustment data is automatically reset and the projector captures an image without keystone adjustment When the Logo PIN code lock function is On the Logo and Capture menu cannot be selected Select Yes to capture the projected image Select Yes to stop capturing Capture Logo This function decides wh...

Page 41: ...maintaining the lamp life the Power Management function turns off the projection lamp when the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for a certain period If the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for 30 seconds or more the timer display with the message No signal appears on the screen The count down of the set time will get started The count down time can be set be...

Page 42: ... in the ways above again P TIMER FREEZE COMPUTER VIDEO SELECT D ZOOM MUTE VOLUME MENU NOSHOW SHOW IMAGE VOLUME KEYSTONE AUTO PC ON OFF Press and hold MENU and IMAGE buttons for 10 seconds or more Note When battery of the remote control is replaced the remote control code automatically returns to the normal code Code 1 Key lock This function locks operation of the top control and remote control It ...

Page 43: ...ecurity options Off the projector is unlocked with the PIN code On1 requires to enter the PIN code every time turning on the projector On2 requires to enter the PIN code to operate the projector once the power cord is disconnected as long as the AC power cord is connected the projector can be operated without the PIN code Whenever to change the PIN code lock setting or the PIN code the four digit ...

Page 44: ...he lamp counter to the factory default settings Select Factory default and this box appears Select Yes and the next box appears Factory default Select Yes to activate it This function provides you the following alternatives in the cooling fans operation after turning off the projector p18 L1 normal operation L2 slower operation than the normal L1 but takes longer to cool down the projector In this...

Page 45: ...u provide appropriate space for the projector to be ventilated Check the installing condition to see if ventilation slots are not blocked Is the projector not installed near the ventilation duct of air conditioning equipment which may be hot Install the projector away from the ventilation duct of air conditioning equipment Are the air filters clean Clean the air filters periodically p46 POWER LAMP...

Page 46: ...filters by rinsing dry them well Replace the air filters properly Make sure that the air filters are fully inserted 4 CAUTION Do not operate the projector with the air filters removed Dust may accumulate on the LCD panel and the projection mirror degrading picture quality Do not put small parts into the air intake vents It may result in malfunction of the projector RECOMMENDATION We recommend avoi...

Page 47: ...om dust and scratches 3 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 Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner Abrasive cleaners solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the surface Maintenance Cleaning When moving this projector or w...

Page 48: ... projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before you open the Lamp cover The inside of the projector can become very hot POWER LAMP REPLACE WARNING This indicator lights yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end Top Control CAUTION Screw Screw Turn off the projector and disconnect the AC plug Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes Loosen 2 screws of the lamp with a ...

Page 49: ...place the lamp with a new one IMMEDIATELY after the projector has cooled down Follow carefully the instructions in the Lamp Replacement section of this manual Continuous use of the lamp with the LAMP REPLACE indicator lighted may increase the risk of lamp explosion A Lamp may explode as a result of vibration shock or degradation as a result of hours of use as its lifetime draws to an end Risk of e...

Page 50: ... distance between the projector and the projection screen See page 13 Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning See page 47 Moving the projector from a cool to a warm place may result in moisture condensation on the projection lens In such cases leave the projector OFF and wait until condensation disappears No image Check the connection between your computer or video equipment and the ...

Page 51: ...Remote Control does not work Check the batteries Make sure no obstruction is between the projector and remote control Make sure you are not too far from the projector when using the remote control Maximum operating range is 16 4 5m Make sure the code of the remote control is conformed to the projector See page 42 Unlock Key lock for the remote control in the Setting Menu See page 42 WARNING High v...

Page 52: ...om 0 31 On Off 0 63 0 63 Computer Input PC Adjust 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 1024 1400 x 1050 Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Mode 4 Mode 5 Image Select High 0 63 0 63 0 63 0 15 Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Screen Quit Quit Yes No Quit Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal Mid Reset Yes No Low XLow Computer Input Video Input Image 4 Sound Vo...

Page 53: ...w L1 L2 Image 4 Film On Off Language Setting English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Chinese Korean Japanese Store Reset On Off On Off Off On Off On Off Off On Off Normal Code 1 Yes No Keystone Blue back Display Logo Ceiling Rear Power management On start Lamp mode Remote control Code 2 Quit Russian Yes No Capture Ready Shut down Auto Yes No Lamp counter reset Off Key lock P...

Page 54: ...POWER indicator lights red and the projector can be turned on The WARNING indicator keeps blinking Check and clean the Air filter Projector Condition The projector is ready to be turned on with the POWER ON OFF button POWER red green Indicators LAMP REPLACE yellow WARNING red The projector detects an abnormal condition and cannot be turned on Unplug the AC power cord and plug it again to turn on t...

Page 55: ...00 x 600 38 00 60 51 ON SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H Freq kHz V Freq Hz XGA 10 1024 x 768 XGA 11 1024 x 768 XGA 12 1024 x 768 XGA 13 1024 x 768 62 04 77 07 XGA 14 1024 x 768 61 00 75 70 XGA 15 1024 x 768 35 522 86 96 Interlace 46 90 58 20 XGA 8 1024 x 768 47 00 58 30 XGA 9 1024 x 768 58 03 72 00 SXGA 1 1152 x 864 63 48 79 35 36 00 87 17 Interlace 64 20 70 40 SXGA 11 1152 x 900 SXGA 13 1280 x 1024 S...

Page 56: ...m 21 9 mm with manual zoom and focus Throw Distance 4 3 21 2 1 3m 6 5m Projection Lamp 160W Interface Video Input Jack RCA Type x 1 Audio Input Jack Mini Jack Stereo x 1 Monitor Out Terminal Analog RGB Mini D sub 15 pin Computer S Video Component Input Terminal Analog RGB Mini D sub 15 pin Service Port Connector Mini DIN 8 pin x 1 Audio Output Jack Mini Jack stereo x 1 Variable Audio Internal Audi...

Page 57: ... Parts Accessories Owner s Manual AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable Lens Cover with String Soft Carrying Bag PIN Code Label The specifications are subject to change without notice LCD panels are manufactured to the highest possible standards Even though 99 99 of the pixels are effective a tiny fraction of the pixels 0 01 or less may be ineffective by the characteristics of the L...

Page 58: ...DB15 PIN 5 1 2 3 4 10 9 6 7 8 15 14 13 11 12 Configurations of Terminals Red R Cr Input Output Ground Horiz sync Green G Y Input Output Blue B Cb Input Output Ground Red Ground Green Ground Blue 1 5 2 4 3 6 7 8 Horiz sync Input Output Composite H V sync Ground Vert sync Ground Vert sync 9 13 10 12 11 14 15 R X D GND RTS CTS T X D GND GND Serial 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...

Page 59: ...ervice station PIN Code Number Memo Factory default set No 1 2 3 4 Factory default set No 4 3 2 1 Should the four digit number be changed the factory set number will be invalid Put the label below supplied on in a prominent place of the projector s body while it is locked with a PIN code While the projector is locked with the PIN code PIN Code Lock No Logo PIN Code Lock No Appendix ...

Page 60: ...Printed in China Part No 610 321 2166 1AA6P1P4660A MR7A A SANYO Electric Co Ltd ...

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