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Multimedia Projector

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PLC-SW36

Owner’s Manual

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Page 1: ...Multimedia Projector MODEL PLC SW36 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...h Russian Chinese Korean or Japanese See page 38 Keystone Correction The keystone correction function is provided to correct distortion of the projected image allowing you to use the projector without locational constraints See pages 22 and 38 Power management The Power management function reduces power consumption and maintains the lamp life See page 41 User s Logo A projected image can be captur...

Page 3: ...n 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 a...

Page 4: ...ISK 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 much 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 space...

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: ...er 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 the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the ex...

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: ... and Indicators 3 Air Intake Vent 4 Exhaust Vent 5 Adjustable Feet 6 Air Intake Vents 7 Air Filters 8 Lamp Cover 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: ...rom COMPUTER S VIDEO COMPONENT IN terminals This terminal cannot output RGB Scart signal from COMPUTER S VIDEO COMPONENT IN terminals 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 16 e AUDIO OUT VARIABLE Connect external audio amplifier to this jack p15 16 This terminal outputs the sound comi...

Page 10: ...lect an item or adjust the setting value in the On Screen Menu They are also used to pan the image in Digital zoom mode p31 The Point 7 8 buttons are used as the VOLUME buttons p23 t INPUT button Select an 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 Blinks red until the projector gets ready to...

Page 11: ...gital Zoom mode p31 o y D ZOOM e ed d buttons Select the Digital zoom mode and resize the image p31 u DIM button Dim the projection screen p22 41 2 IMAGE button Select an image level p29 34 o NO SHOW button Temporarily turn off the image on the screen p22 0 MUTE button Mute the sound p23 1 P TIMER button Operate the P timer function p23 4 POINT e ed d7 7 8 8 VOLUME buttons Select an item or adjust...

Page 12: ...drop the remote control If the battery has leaked on the remote control carefully wipe the 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 Open the battery compartment lid Install new batteries into the compartment Replace the compartment lid Two AA size batteries For correct polarity and be ...

Page 13: ...n the 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 sizes 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 ...

Page 14: ... 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 station Connect the projector with all peripheral equipment before turning on the projector See pages 15 and 16 for connection CAUTION For safety unplu...

Page 15: ... the projector and the external equipment should be disconnected from the AC outlet Note When connecting AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected AUDIO OUT and MONITOR OUT terminals work 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 page 57 for ordering optional parts...

Page 16: ...let Note When connecting AUDIO OUT to external audio equipment the projector s built in speaker is disconnected AUDIO OUT and MONITOR OUT terminals work 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 page 57 for ordering optional parts External Audio Equipment Audio cable Stereo VIDEO S Video VGA cable S Video Out...

Page 17: ...ector A PIN code consists of a four digit number Refer to PIN code lock function in Setting on page 43 for locking the 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 buttons and fix the number with the SELECT...

Page 18: ...d down enough to be turned on again the POWER indicator stops blinking and turns to steady red Then you can unplug the AC power cord The message disappears after 4 seconds Note You cannot turn on the projector during the cooling period with the POWER indicator blinking red Turn it on after the POWER indicator stops blinking and turns to steady red When the On start function is on the projector is ...

Page 19: ...19 Basic Operation Rotate the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out Rotate the Focus Ring to bring the image into focus Zoom Lever Focus Ring Zoom and Focus Adjustment Basic Operation ...

Page 20: ...it this menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the 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 each adju...

Page 21: ... the 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 Select either Video or Computer for input source p32 PC Adjust Menu Adjust parameters to match with input signal format p26 28 Image Select Menu Select an image level among Dynamic Standard Cinema Blackboard G...

Page 22: ... e button to reduce the upper part of image and press the Point d button to reduce the lower part Reduce the upper width with the Point e button Reduce the lower width with the Point d button If a projected picture has keystone distortion correct the image with the keystone correction function The arrows are white when no correction The arrows in the corrected direction will turn red The arrows di...

Page 23: ... buttons to turn off the sound The mute dialog box display is changed to On and the sound is turned off To restore the sound to its previous level press the Point 7 8 buttons again Press the Point d button to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button Approximate level of the volume Exit the Sound Menu Direct Operation Volume Mute Approximate level of the volum...

Page 24: ...u Press the Point d button to move the red arrow pointer 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 Top Control 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 RG...

Page 25: ...r automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional settings The signal formats provided in this projector is shown on page 55 The projector cannot recognize the connected signal conforming to the provided PC Systems The message Auto is displayed on the PC System Menu icon and the Auto PC Adjustment function works to display proper images If the ima...

Page 26: ...tem Menu p25 See Store on page 28 Note Fine sync Total dots and Picture Position of some computers can not be fully adjusted with the Auto PC Adjustment function When the image is not provided properly manual adjustments are required p27 28 The Auto PC Adjustment cannot be operated when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in the PC System Menu p25 Auto PC Adjustment Press the MENU ...

Page 27: ...mode Adjust the clamp level When the image has dark bars try this adjustment Clamp Press the SELECT button at this icon to adjust other items Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value Status of the selected Mode Stored Free Selected Mode Press the SELECT button at the Current mode icon to show the information of the connected computer Current mode Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ s...

Page 28: ...e and then press the SELECT button To reset the adjusted data select Reset and press the SELECT button The confirmation box will appear and then select Yes All adjustments return to their previous figures Mode free Vacant Values of Total dots Horizontal Vertical Display area H and Display area V Close this dialog box To clear adjusted data To store adjusted data To clear the adjusted data previous...

Page 29: ...Blackboard Green Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 and 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 Blackbo...

Page 30: ...oint 8 button to deepen green tone From 0 to 63 White balance Green Press the Point 7 button to lighten blue tone and the Point 8 button to deepen blue tone From 0 to 63 White balance Blue Selected Image level Press the Point 7 8 buttons to select the desired Color temp level XLow Low Mid or High Color temp Image Level Adjustment To reset the adjusted data select Reset and press the SELECT button ...

Page 31: ...enu disappears and the message D zoom appears Press the SELECT button to expand the image size Press the Point ed7 8 buttons to pan the image The Panning function can work only when the image is larger than the screen size The projected image can also be expanded by pressing the D ZOOM button on the remote control To exit the Digital zoom mode press any button except the D ZOOM SELECT and Point bu...

Page 32: ...page 57 for order Choose either Video or Computer by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or VIDEO or COMPUTER button on the remote control Before using these buttons a correct input source should be selected through Menu Operation as described below Computer Move the pointer to S Video Component or RGB Scart and then press the SELECT button Source Select Menu When the input source is conn...

Page 33: ...d 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 a proper video image 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 projector automat...

Page 34: ...e 2 Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control Normal picture level preset on this projector Standard Picture level adjusted for the fine tone picture 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 ...

Page 35: ...play other items Image Adjust Menu icon Press the Point 7 button to lighten the color and the Point 8 button to deepen the color From 0 to 63 Press the Point 7 8 buttons to obtain a 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: ...be displayed in a progressive picture Off Not activated L1 Select L1 for a moving picture L2 Select L2 for a still picture Progressive This function operates on 3 2 pulldown video sources When this function is 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 in the AV System Menu p33 F...

Page 37: ...he Point d button and move the red frame pointer to the desired function and then press the SELECT button 1 2 Move the red frame to the desired function and press the SELECT button Screen Menu Screen Menu icon Provides image at the wide screen ratio of 16 9 Wide Provides image at the normal video aspect ratio of 4 3 Normal Screen Size Adjustment Note Screen Menu cannot be operated when 720p 1035i ...

Page 38: ... Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Russian Chinese Korean or Japanese Set the red frame pointer to an item and press the SELECT button Press the Point d button to move the red frame pointer to the desired item 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 cor...

Page 39: ...ialog box will appear Select On Off by pressing the Point 7 8 buttons or change the Logo PIN code To 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 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 longer change...

Page 40: ...een adjusted by the Keystone function the adjusted data is automatically reset and the projector captures an image without keystone correction When the Logo PIN code lock function is On the Logo and Capture menu cannot be selected When starting to capture a new image the previously stored image is cleared even if you cancel the capturing Select Yes to capture the projected image Select Yes to stop...

Page 41: ...with the No signal message appears on the screen to start the countdown The countdown time can be set between 1 and 30 minutes with the Point 7 8 buttons When the countdown time has been elapsed the lamp will be turned off to cool itself down The POWER indicator is blinking red during the cooling off period When the lamp has been fully cooled down the projector operates according to the selected m...

Page 42: ...urn to the normal code Code 1 follow the above steps to operate both the projector and remote control Press and hold the MENU and IMAGE buttons for more than 10 seconds Note When the batteries of the remote control are replaced the remote control code automatically returns to the normal code Code 1 Key lock This function locks operation of the top control and the remote control It helps to prevent...

Page 43: ...ings for security options Off the projector is not locked 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 you change the PIN code lock setting or the PIN code th...

Page 44: ...logo PIN code lock Logo PIN code lock and the 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 the following alternatives in the cooling fans operation after turning off the projector p18 L1 normal operation L2 slower and lower sound than the normal operation...

Page 45: ... provide appropriate space for the projector to be ventilated Check the installing condition to see if the ventilation slots are not blocked Is the projector not installed near the ventilation duct of air conditioning equipment that 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 LA...

Page 46: ...roperly Make sure that the air filters are fully inserted to the projector 4 CAUTION Do not operate the projector with the air filters removed Dust may accumulate on the LCD panel degrading the picture quality of the projection mirror Do not put anything into the air intake vents It may result in malfunction of the projector RECOMMENDATION We recommend avoiding dusty smoky environments when operat...

Page 47: ...g cloth that contains a small amount of non abrasive cleaner for camera lens 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 of the lens Maintenance Cleaning When moving the projector or while it is not in use over an extended period of time r...

Page 48: ...tor 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 emits yellow light when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end Top Control CAUTION Screw Screw Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes Loosen 2 screws of the lamp with a ...

Page 49: ...eplace 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 ...

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

Page 51: ...ork Check the batteries Make sure there is no obstruction between the projector and remote control Make sure you are not too far from the projector when using the remote control The maximum operating range is 16 4 5m Make sure the code of the remote control is conformed to that of the projector See page 42 Unlock the Key lock for the remote control in the Setting Menu See page 42 WARNING High volt...

Page 52: ...t PC Adjust 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 1024 1400 x 1050 Mode 3 Mode 4 Mode 5 Quit Mode 1 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 the input signal Mid Reset Yes No Low XLow Computer Input Video Input Image 4 Sound Volume Mute Quit On Off Sound 0 63 Input Com...

Page 53: ...ge 4 Film On Off Language Setting English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Chinese Korean Japanese Store Reset On Off On Off On Off On Off Off On Off Normal 0 15 Yes No Keystone Blue back Display Logo Ceiling Rear Power management On start Lamp mode Dim mode Code 1 Quit Russian Yes No Capture Ready Shut down Auto Yes No Lamp counter reset Off Key lock Projector Remote Control...

Page 54: ...icator turns to steady red and the projector can be turned on The WARNING indicator keeps blinking Check and clean the air filters 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 ...

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: ... 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 x 1 Computer S Video Component Input Terminal Analog RGB Mini D sub 15 pin x 1 Service Port Connector Mini DIN 8 pin x 1 Audio Output Jack Mini Jack stereo x 1 Variable Audio Internal Au...

Page 57: ...es Owner s Manual AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable Lens Cover with String 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 LCD panels The On Screen Menu and f...

Page 58: ...D sub 15 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: ...service 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 on the label below supplied 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 3668 1AA6P1P4660B KA6A SANYO Electric Co Ltd ...

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