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NOTE :  Fine sync, Display area, Display area H, Display area V and

Full screen cannot be adjusted when “RGB”, “480p”, “575p”,
“720p (HDTV)”,  “1035i (HDTV)”,  “1080i50 (HDTV)” or
“1080i60 (HDTV)” is selected on PC SYSTEM Menu (P27).

Selects area displayed with this projector.  Select resolution at
Display area dialog box.

Display area

Adjustment of horizontal area displayed with this projector.  Press
POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to decrease/increase value and then
press SELECT button.

Display area H

Adjustment of vertical area displayed with this projector.  Press
POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to decrease/increase value and then
press SELECT button.

Display area V

Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to switch Full screen function to
“On” or “Off.”  Set “On” to resize image with 4 x 3 aspect ratio to fit a
screen.

Full screen

Reset

Store

Closes PC ADJUST MENU.

Quit

Other icons operates as follows.

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To store adjustment parameters, move a red frame pointer to
Store icon and then press SELECT button.  Move a red arrow
pointer to any of Mode 1 to 5 that you want to store and then
press SELECT button.

Reset all adjust parameters on adjustment dialog box to previous
figure.

Mode free

Vacant Mode

Shows values of “Total dots,”
“Horizontal,” “Vertical,” “Display
area H,” and “Display area V.”

Store icon

Mode free icon

Close this dialog box.

To store adjustment data.

To clear adjustment data.

To clear adjustment parameters previously set, move a red
frame pointer to Mode free icon and then SELECT button.  Move
a red arrow pointer to Mode that you want to clear and then
press SELECT button.

Display area

Press POINT LEFT
/RIGHT button(s) to
adjust value and then
press SELECT button.

Press SELECT button at
Display area icon and Display
area dialog box appears.

This Mode has parameters being stored.

COMPUTER INPUT

Summary of Contents for PLC-UF15

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual PLC UF15 Multimedia Projector MODEL Projection lens is optional ...

Page 2: ...HE 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 This projector should be set in the way indicated If not it may result in a fire hazard Take appropriate space...

Page 3: ...cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the projector 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 power company Do not overload wall outle...

Page 4: ...ed WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED ASA The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters Laboratories UL and certified by the Canadian Standard Association CSA AC Power Cord has a grounding type AC line plu...

Page 5: ...T 32 IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 33 PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 34 SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 35 SELECTING VIDEO SYSTEM 36 PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 37 IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 37 IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 38 PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 39 SETTING MENU 40 OPERATING WIRELESS MOUSE 43 MAINTENANCE 43 WARNING TEMP INDICATOR 43 AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING 44 CLEANING PROJECTION LENS 44 LAMP MANAGEMENT 45 LAMP REPLACEMENT 46...

Page 6: ...nal image size allowing you to focus on crucial information at a presentation Power Management Power Management function is provided to reduce power consumption while a projector is not in use This Power Management function operates to turn Projection Lamp off when a projector detects signal interruption and any button is not pressed over 5 minutes Projection Lamp is automatically turned on again ...

Page 7: ... operating power of Cooling Fans FRONT OF CABINET LAMP COVER ADJUSTABLE FEET This projector is equipped with cooling fans for protection from overheating Pay attention to following to ensure proper ventilation and avoid a possible risk of fire and malfunction Do not cover vent slots Keep bottom clear of any objects Obstructions may block cooling air AIR INTAKE VENTS PROJECTION LENS SPEAKERS INFRAR...

Page 8: ...equipment before turning a projector on Refer to pages 12 15 for connection CONNECTING AC POWER CORD Connect AC Power Cord supplied to a projector AC outlet must be near this equipment and must be easily accessible To POWER CORD CONNECTOR on a projector Projector side AC Outlet side Ground NOTE ON POWER CORD AC Power Cord must meet requirement of country where you use a projector Confirm AC plug t...

Page 9: ... LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT MOVED UP OR DOWN MOVED LEFT OR RIGHT Use LENS SHIFT button and POINT UP DOWN button to move image up or down Refer to page 23 Use LENS SHIFT button and POINT LEFT RIGHT button to move image left or right Refer to page 23 This projector is designed to project on a flat projection surface ROOM LIGHT Brightness in room has a great influence on picture quality It is recommended ...

Page 10: ...when moving a projector Moving it unproperly may result in damage of cabinet or person s injury Replace lens cover and retract feet to pre vent damage to lens and cabinet 1 2 3 Pull up lock buttons on each side of carrying handles and release locks CARRYING HANDLE LOCK BUTTONS Pull carrying handles out fully until it s locked with a click Move a projector by holding two handles by 2 or more people...

Page 11: ...4 ANALOG RGB R Pr G Y B Pb H HV V CONTROL PORT DVI INPUT 1 R C JACK USB RESET MONO MONO MONO MONO MONO CONTROL PORT AUDIO CONTROL PORT S VIDEO VIDEO Y C INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO SERIAL PORT IN SERIAL PORT OUT AUDIO OUT R L R L R L R R L L INPUT OUTPUT TERMINALS Screws Guide Socket Plug Figure shows HDB 15 PIN terminal DVI Terminal 5 BNC Terminal AV Terminal HDB 15 PIN Terminal 4 T...

Page 12: ...OL PORT CONNECTORS AUDIO INPUT JACKS 5 BNC INPUT JACKS S VIDEO INPUT JACK Connect component video output Cr Y Cb or Pr Y Pb from video equipment to R Pr G Y and B Pb jacks or connect computer output 5 BNC Type Red Green Blue Horiz Sync and Vert Sync from computer to R Pr G Y B Pb H HV and V jacks Refer to P14 15 Connect computer output Digital Analog DVI I type to this terminal Refer to P14 DVI IN...

Page 13: ...G RGB R Pr G Y B Pb H HV V CONTROL PORT DVI INPUT 1 R C JACK USB RESET MONO MONO MONO MONO MONO CONTROL PORT AUDIO CONTROL PORT S VIDEO VIDEO Y C INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO SERIAL PORT IN SERIAL PORT OUT AUDIO OUT R L R L R L R R L L SERIAL PORT OUT TERMINAL SERIAL PORT IN TERMINAL This port is used to control a projector with computer It is also used to control computer with Remote...

Page 14: ...ntrol Cable for PS 2 port Serial port or ADB port MAC VGA Adapter DVI VGA Adapter DVI Cable BNC Cable BNC x 5 Audio Cables RCA x 2 Control Cable for PS 2 Port Control Cable for ADB Port Audio Cable stereo NOTE When connecting cable power cords of both a projector and external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet Turn a projector and peripheral equipment on before computer is switched on...

Page 15: ...put Cables used for connection Video Cable BNC x 1 BNC x 2 or BNC x 3 S VIDEO Cable Audio Cable RCA x 2 Cables are not supplied with this projector NOTE When connecting cable power cords of both a projector and external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet Turn a projector and peripheral equipment on before computer is switched on Audio Output Y Pb Cb Pr Cr R L External Audio Equipment ...

Page 16: ... Used to select an item or adjust value in MENU It is also used to pan image in DIGITAL ZOOM mode P34 Used to execute item selected It is also used to expand image in DIGITAL ZOOM mode P34 Used to turn a projector on or off P22 ZOOM BUTTONS Used to select LENS SHIFT function P23 SELECT BUTTON POINT BUTTONS LENS SHIFT BUTTONS SIDE CONTROLS MENU BUTTONS Used to open or close MENU operation P20 21 IN...

Page 17: ...en a projector is turned on And bright when a projector is in stand by mode INDICATORS WARNING TEMP INDICATOR This indicator flashes red when internal projector temperature is too high P43 WARNING TEMP READY LAMP REPLACE LAMP FRONT INDICATORS REAR INDICATORS This LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow when any of Projection Lamps is nearing its end and flashes when any of them becomes out Check whic...

Page 18: ...exposure Laser Light Window These caution labels are put on remote control LASER POINTER FUNCTION Used to select input source either INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 P26 Used to execute item selected or to expand or compress image in DIGITAL ZOOM mode P34 It is also used as a PC mouse in Wireless Mouse Operation P43 POWER ON OFF BUTTON Used to turn projector on or off P22 MENU BUTTON Used to select MENU operati...

Page 19: ...ote Control Unit toward projector Receiver Window whenever pressing any button Maximum operating range for Remote Control Unit is about 16 4 5m and 60 in front and rear of a projector 16 4 5 m 60 16 4 5 m Used to adjust zoom P23 VOLUME ON OFF FOCUS ZOOM D ZOOM MENU MUTE LASER KEYSTONE NO SHOW FREEZE AUTO PC ADJ IMAGE P TIMER LOCK INPUT 1 2 INPUT 3 4 LENS SHIFT MUTE BUTTON Used to mute sound P25 ZO...

Page 20: ...pages to operate each adjustment on ON SCREEN MENU 2 MOVING POINTER 3 SELECT ITEM Move pointer see below or adjust value of item by pressing POINT button s on Side Control or on Remote Control Unit Select item or set selected function by pressing SELECT button OPERATING ON SCREEN MENU Pointer is a icon on ON SCREEN MENU to select item See fig ures on section FLOW OF ON SCREEN MENU OPERATION below ...

Page 21: ...ST MENU Used to adjust picture image Contrast Brightness Color Tint Color Temp White balance R G B Sharpness Gamma Noise Reduction Progressive Refer to P38 39 FOR VIDEO SOURCE Press MENU BUTTON while connecting to VIDEO input source Same function as Menu for PC source INPUT MENU Used to select input source Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 or Input 4 Refer to P35 PC ADJUST MENU Used to adjust parameters to ...

Page 22: ...SWITCH to OFF 2 Turn a projector on again When WARNING TEMP indicator continues to flash follow procedures below 1 Turn MAIN ON OFF SWITCH to OFF and disconnect AC Power Cord from an AC outlet 2 Check Air Filters for dust accumulation 3 Clean Air Filters See AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING section on page 44 4 Turn a projector on again If WARNING TEMP indicator should still continue to flash contact ...

Page 23: ...G SCREEN Message disappears after 4 seconds Message disappears after 4 seconds Zoom Focus ZOOM ADJUSTMENT FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 1 Press ZOOM button on Side Control or on Remote Control Unit Message Zoom is displayed 2 Press ZOOM button to make image larger and press ZOOM button to make image smaller 1 Press FOCUS button on Side Control or on Remote Control Unit Message Focus is displayed 2 Adjust focus...

Page 24: ...te Control Unit to black out a image To restore to normal press NO SHOW button again or press any other button except POINT SELECT RIGHT CLICK LASER button NO SHOW FUNCTION Message disappears after 4 seconds No show Press P TIMER button on Remote Control unit Timer display 00 00 appears on a screen and timer starts to count time 00 00 59 59 To stop P TIMER display press P TIMER button And then pre...

Page 25: ...log box display is changed to On and sound is cut off To restore sound to its previous level press POINT LEFT RIGHT button s again Press POINT DOWN button to move a red frame pointer to item that you want to select and then press SELECT button Indicates roughly level of volume Close SOUND Menu SOUND ADJUSTMENT DIRECT OPERATION MENU OPERATION Volume Mute Indicates roughly level of volume Press MUTE...

Page 26: ...ION DIRECT OPERATION Select INPUT source by pressing INPUT 1 2 and INPUT 3 4 buttons on Side Control or on Remote Control Unit Press MENU button and ON SCREEN MENU will appear Press POINT LEFT RIGHT buttons to select Input and press SELECT button Another dialog box INPUT SELECT Menu will appear Press POINT DOWN button and a red arrow icon will appear Move arrow to INPUT source that you want to sel...

Page 27: ...connection of computer and a projector is set correctly Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 48 Auto PC SYSTEM Menu icon Displays system being selected PC SYSTEM MENU SELECT COMPUTER SYSTEM MANUALLY PC SYSTEM Menu icon Displays system being selected Systems on this dialog box can be selected Press MENU button and ON SCREEN MENU will appear Press POINT LEFT RIGHT buttons to move a red frame pointer to ...

Page 28: ...00 SXGA 7 1280 x 1024 63 34 59 98 SXGA 8 1280 x 1024 63 74 60 01 SXGA 11 1152 x 900 71 69 67 19 SXGA 12 1152 x 900 81 13 76 107 SXGA 13 1280 x 1024 Interlace 63 98 60 02 SXGA 14 1280 x 1024 Interlace 61 20 65 20 71 40 75 60 50 00 43 00 720p Progressive 50 00 47 00 45 00 60 00 XGA 1 1024 x 768 XGA 2 1024 x 768 XGA 3 1024 x 768 XGA 4 1024 x 768 48 36 60 00 68 677 84 997 XGA 6 1024 x 768 60 023 75 03...

Page 29: ...me pointer to AUTO PC Adj icon and press SELECT button PC ADJUST MENU Auto PC Adj PC ADJUST Menu icon Store adjustment parameters Adjustment parameters from Auto PC Adjustment can be memorized in this projector Once parameters are memorized setting can be done just by selecting Mode in PC SYSTEM Menu P26 Refer to step 3 of MANUAL PC ADJUSTMENT section P30 NOTE Fine sync Total dots and Picture Posi...

Page 30: ...pointer to PC ADJUST Menu icon 1 2 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red frame pointer to item that you want to adjust and then press SELECT button Adjustment dialog box will appear Press POINT LEFT RIGHT button to adjust value Move a red frame icon to item and press SELECT button PC ADJUST MENU PC ADJUST Menu icon Adjusts an image as necessary to eliminate flicker from display Press POINT LEFT RI...

Page 31: ... screen Reset Store Closes PC ADJUST MENU Quit Other icons operates as follows 3 To store adjustment parameters move a red frame pointer to Store icon and then press SELECT button Move a red arrow pointer to any of Mode 1 to 5 that you want to store and then press SELECT button Reset all adjust parameters on adjustment dialog box to previous figure Mode free Vacant Mode Shows values of Total dots ...

Page 32: ...MENU Normal picture level preset on this projector Standard Picture level with improved halftone for graphics Real User preset picture adjustment in IMAGE ADJUST Menu P33 IMAGE 1 4 IMAGE SELECT Menu icon IMAGE LEVEL SELECT DIRECT Select image level among Standard Real Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing IMAGE button on Side Control or on Remote Control Unit IMAGE button Standard Real I...

Page 33: ...want to set and then press SELECT button Store icon Press SELECT button at this icon to store adjustment IMAGE ADJUST Menu icon Press POINT LEFT button to lighten red tone and POINT RIGHT button to deeper tone From 0 to 63 White balance Red Press POINT LEFT button to lighten green tone and POINT RIGHT button to deeper tone From 0 to 63 White balance Green Press POINT LEFT button to lighten blue to...

Page 34: ...een adjustment cannot be operated when 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV 1080i50 HDTV or 1080i60 HDTV is selected on PC SYSTEM Menu P27 True and Digital zoom cannot be operated when RGB 480p or 575p is selected on PC SYSTEM Menu P27 This projector cannot display any resolution higher than 1600 X 1200 If your computer s screen resolution is higher than 1600 X 1200 reset resolution to lower before connecting pro...

Page 35: ...quipment select a type of Video source in SOURCE SELECT VIDEO Menu WHEN SELECT INPUT 3 AV TERMINAL Press MENU button and ON SCREEN MENU will appear Press POINT LEFT RIGHT button to move a red frame pointer to INPUT Menu icon Press POINT DOWN button and a red arrow icon will appear Move arrow to Y Pb Cb Pr Cr and then press SELECT button 1 3 When connect component video output Cr Y Cb or Pr Y Pb fr...

Page 36: ...matically detects incoming Video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance When Video System is 1035i 1080i50 or 1080i60 select system manually first If projector cannot reproduce proper video image it is necessary to select a specific component video signal format among 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i 1080i50 or 1080i60 Auto COMPONENT VIDEO SIGNAL FORMAT VIDEO JACK OR S VIDEO JACK Y Pb...

Page 37: ...ure level preset on this projector Standard Picture level adjusted for picture with fine tone Cinema User preset picture adjustment in IMAGE ADJUST Menu P39 IMAGE 1 4 IMAGE SELECT Menu icon IMAGE LEVEL SELECT DIRECT Select image level among Standard Cinema Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing IMAGE button on Side Control or on Remote Control Unit Normal picture level preset on this proj...

Page 38: ... proper color From 0 to 63 Color Tint Press POINT LEFT button to soften image and POINT RIGHT button to sharpen image From 0 to 15 Sharpness Press POINT LEFT button to lighten red tone and POINT RIGHT button to deeper tone From 0 to 63 White balance Red Press POINT LEFT button to lighten green tone and POINT RIGHT button to deeper tone From 0 to 63 White balance Green Press POINT LEFT button to li...

Page 39: ...i60 is selected on AV SYSTEM Menu P36 Move a red frame to function and press 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 3 To store adjustment data move a red frame pointer to Store icon and press SELECT button Image Level Menu will appear Move a red frame pointer to Image Level 1 to 4 and...

Page 40: ... MENU is selectable from among English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Chinese Korean and Japanese Display This function decides whether to display On Screen Displays On shows all On Screen Displays Off sets On Screen Displays disappeared except ON SCREEN MENU Power off message Set a red frame pointer to item and press SELECT button Press POINT DOWN button to move a red fram...

Page 41: ...itching function prevents remote control operation mixture jam when operating several projectors or video equipment together When operating projector in Code 2 both projector and Remote Control Unit must be switched to Code 2 To change code of Projector Set Remote control in SETTING MENU to Code 2 To change code of Remote Control Unit Press both MENU and IMAGE buttons on Remote Control Unit togeth...

Page 42: ...cator stops lighting Turn projector on press MENU button and ON SCREEN MENU will appear Press POINT LEFT RIGHT button s to move a red frame pointer to SETTING Menu icon 1 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red frame pointer to Lamp counter reset and then press SELECT button 2 Do not reset Lamp Replace Counter except after Projection lamp is replaced Another confirmation dialog box appears and selec...

Page 43: ... CLICK button on Wireless Remote Control Unit Used to move PC mouse pointer Pointer is moved corresponding with direction you are pressing POINT button This button has same function as left button in a PC mouse SELECT LEFT CLICK button This button has same function as right button in a PC mouse This button is not available for controlling this projector RIGHT CLICK button Note When your computer h...

Page 44: ...MMENDATION We recommend avoiding dusty smoky environments when operating a projector Usage in these environments may cause poor image quality When using under dusty or smoky conditions dust may accumulate on liquid crystal panel lens or optical elements inside it This condition may degrade quality of projected image When above symptoms are noticed contact your authorized dealer or service station ...

Page 45: ...l replace lamp LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow LAMP REPLACE indicator flashes yellow Projection lamp is defective or fails to be turned on Restart a projector on and make sure lamp is on If this mark still appears replace lamp corresponding with number marked X LAMP STATUS DISPLAY 1 4 3 2 Lamp Mode Changeover Lamp Management Function automatically changes combination of lighting lamp Lamp Mod...

Page 46: ... replaced on Lamp Status Display Figure shows case of replacing LAMP 2 LAMP 1 LAMP 2 LAMP 3 LAMP 4 CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE A PROJECTOR WHILE ANY OF LAMPS IS REMOVED IT MAY RESULT IN MALFUNCTIONS FIRE HAZARD OR OTHER ACCIDENTS NOTES ON LAMP REPLACEMENT To maintain quality of picture better balance of color and brightness in entire screen we recommend replacing all 4 lamps at a time LAMP REPLACEMENT ...

Page 47: ... to the environment or conditions in which the projector and lamp are being used IF A LAMP EXPLODES THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN If a lamp explodes disconnect the projector s AC plug from the AC outlet immediately Contact an authorized service station for a checkup of the unit and replacement of the lamp Additionally check carefully to ensure that there are no broken shards or ...

Page 48: ... After pressing Power ON OFF button to OFF make sure a projector works as follows 1 LAMP indicator lights bright and READY indicator turns off 2 After 90 seconds READY indicator lights green again and a projector may be turned on by pressing Power ON OFF button Check WARNING TEMP and READY indicator If both WARNING TEMP and READY indicator flashes a projector cannot be turned on See TURNING ON OFF...

Page 49: ...xplain difficulty We will advise you how to obtain service This symbol on the nameplate means the product is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc It is designed and manufactured to meet rigid U L safety standards against risk of fire casualty and electrical hazards The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community EC Remote Control Unit does not work Check batteries Check ALL...

Page 50: ...B Pb H HV and V RCA Type Audio R and L and DIN 8 pin Control port Input 2 Jacks BNC Type x 2 VIDEO Y C RCA Type Audio R and L and DIN 4 pin S Video Input 3 Jacks HDB 15 pin Terminal Analog RCA Type Audio R and L and DIN 8 pin Control port Input 4 Jacks Specifications are subject to change without notice LCD panels are manufactured to the highest possible standards At least 99 999 of the pixels are...

Page 51: ... 8 7 6 Pin Configuration CONTROL PORT CONNECTOR CLK DATA GND GND R X D GND RTS T X D GND GND ADB GND GND PS 2 Serial ADB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DVI I TERMINAL DIGITAL ANALOG This terminal accepts only Digital TMDS or Analog RGB output signal Connect display output terminal of computer to this terminal with DVI cable supplied 1 9 17 2 10 18 3 11 19 4 12 20 5 13 21 6 14 22 7 15 23 8 16 24 C1 C2 C3 C5 C4 T ...

Page 52: ...ct serial port output terminal of computer to this terminal with Serial Cable not supplied Pin Configuration SERIAL PORT IN OUT TERMINAL USB PORT TERMINAL Pin Configuration Connect USB port output terminal of computer or peripheral equipment to this terminal with USB port Cable not supplied 2 3 4 1 ...

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Page 56: ...Printed in Japan Part No 610 300 1357 1AA6P1P3359 MT8A SANYO Electric Co Ltd ...

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