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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 in “Connecting to Video

Equipment” and "Connecting to a Computer" on  page16 and 17. 

– Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on.
– When you operate the projector with a computer and it does not project an image, restart the computer.  

No power

– Plug the power cord of the projector into the AC outlet.
– See if the front cover is open and the POWER indicator lights red.
– See if the Main On/Off switch is on.
– Wait 90 seconds after the projector is turned OFF when turning the projector back on.

The projector can be turned on after the POWER indicator turns red.  (See “Turning Off
the Projector” on page 18.)

– Check the WARNING indicator.  If the WARNING indicator lights red, the projector cannot

be turned on.  (See "Warning Indicator" on page 42.)

– Check the projection lamp.  (See page 45.)
– Check the projector is installed on the flat surface.

Image is out of focus.

– Adjust focus of the projector.
– Provide proper distance between the projector and the projection screen.  (See page 14.)
– Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning.  (See page 44.)
– Moving the projector from a cool temperature location to a warm temperature location

may result in moisture condensation on the projection lens.  In such an event, leave the
projector OFF and wait until condensation disappears.

Image is Left/Right

reversed.

– Check the Ceiling / Rear item.  (See “Setting” on page 40.)

Problem:

– Try these solutions.

Image is Top/Bottom

reversed.

– Check the Ceiling item.  (See “Setting” on page 40.)

Some displays are not

seen during the

Operation.

– Check the Display item.  (See “Setting” on page 39 .)

No image

– Check the connection between video equipment or your computer and the projector.
– See if the input signal is correctly output from your computer.  Some laptop computers

may need changing the setting for monitor output when you are connecting a laptop
computer.  See your computer’s owner’s manual for setting. 

– It takes about 30 seconds to display an image after turning on the projector.
– See if the selected system is corresponding with video equipment or your computer.
– Select correct input source once again through menu operation.
– Make sure the temperature is not out of the Operating Temperature (5°C ~ 35°C).

Summary of Contents for PLV-Z2

Page 1: ...Multimedia Projector MODEL PLV Z2 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...ector 18 Zoom Adjustment 19 Focus Adjustment 19 Aperture Contrast Adjustment 19 Keystone Adjustment 20 My Picture Function 20 No Show Function 20 On Screen Menu 21 Menus 22 Input Source Selection INPUT 1 Terminal Video S Video Component 23 Input Source Selection INPUT 2 Terminal HDCP Component Scart 25 Video System Selection 26 Image Level Selection 27 Image Level Adjustment 28 Screen Size Adjustm...

Page 3: ...UCE 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 spac...

Page 4: ...voltage 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 loc...

Page 5: ...r properly Improper Installation may reduce the lamp lifetime and cause a fire hazard NO DOWNWARD NO SIDEWARD 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 exhaust vent When usin...

Page 6: ...da is listed 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 ...

Page 7: ...d 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 16 17 for connection CAUTION For safety unplug AC power cord when the projector is not in use When...

Page 8: ...age 40 Digital Visual Interface The projector is equipped with DVI 29 pin terminal for connecting DVI output from a computer or video equip ment You can also enjoy digital entertainment content protected by HDCP technology See page 25 for HDCP Interlace Progressive Conversion High quality picture is available with this technology which converts interlace signal into progressive signal See page 29 ...

Page 9: ...erminals and Connectors q Exhaust Vent CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent Do not put heat sensitive objects near this side Front q w e r t u y i o 0 1 w Air Intake Vent The two arrows show air flow e Top Controls and Indicators r Front Cover t Infrared Remote Receiver y Projection Lens u Zoom Lever i Focus Ring o Aperture Lever 0 Lens Shift Ring Up Down 1 Lens Shift Ring Left Right...

Page 10: ...essively q DVI I RGB COMPONENT Connect computer output Digital Analog DVI I type component video output or RGB Scart 21 Pin video output to this terminal p16 17 Terminal q w e t e VIDEO Connect the composite video output from video equipment to this jack p16 r Y Pb Cb Pr Cr Connect the component video output to these jacks p16 t S VIDEO Connect the S Video output from video equipment to this jack ...

Page 11: ... the projector gets ready to be turned on or when the front cover is closed It lights red when the projector is in the stand by mode It remains green while the projector is under operation y POINT Upe Downd Left7 Right8 button Selects an item or adjusts value in the On Screen Menu These are also used to pan the image in the Digital zoom mode p38 u SELECT button Executes the item selected It is als...

Page 12: ...ts an image level p27 36 1 SELECT button Executes the item selected or to expand or compress image in the Digital zoom mode p38 q LIGHT switch Slides upward and lights the following buttons for about 10 seconds SCREEN ON OFF LAMP MENU SELECT INPUT and IMAGE ADJ u INPUT1 buttons Selects video input source p23 r y u o 3 2 0 y INPUT button Selects input source p23 31 i MY PICTURE button Displays the ...

Page 13: ...of used batteries according to the instructions Point the remote control toward the projector Infrared Remote Receiver whenever pressing any button Maximum operating range for the remote control is about 16 4 5m and 60 in front of the projector 16 4 5 m 60 Remote Control Batteries Installation Remote Control Operating Range Pull up the lid and remove it Remove the battery compartment lid Slide the...

Page 14: ... Proper angle should be taken See page 5 Positioning the Projector Adjustable Feet NOTE The brightness in a room has a great influence on picture quality It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to provide the best image The values shown are approximate and may vary from the actual size This projector is designed to project on a flat projection surface and can be focused from 3 9 1 2m ...

Page 15: ...htward Turn the lens shift ring up down up down to move the lens upward downward Lens Shift Ring Up Down V V W 1 2W downmost leftmost rightmost Lens Shift Up Down Lens Shift Left Right Moving the Lens NOTE The best image is generally obtained at the center of the lens shift When using the lens shift upward or downward to the limit the lens does not move to the limit leftward or rightward When usin...

Page 16: ...r Y Pb Cb Pr Cr DVI I RGB COMPONENT Component DVI Cable Component Cable RCA x 3 DVI Cable Component DVI compatible with HDCP Use a component cable option or commercially available and a com ponent DVI cable option for component Use a DVI cable option for DVI compatible with HDCP NOTE The S VIDEO jack has priority over the VIDEO jack under the condition of connecting both the S VIDEO jack and the V...

Page 17: ...OMPONENT DVI Cable IBM compatible or Macintosh computer Monitor Out Connecting to a Computer Computer Digital Analog Use a DVI cable option for digital Use a DVI VGA cable option for analog DVI VGA Cable NOTE When connecting the cable the power cords of both the projector and the external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet NOTE See page 55 for ordering optional cables ...

Page 18: ... RED OTHERWISE IT WILL RESULT IN SHORTENING LAMP LIFE 1 3 When the projector has cooled down enough to be turned on again the POWER indicator lights red Then you can turn the Main On Off switch off and disconnect the AC power cord The message disappears after 4 seconds 4 After the count down the input source that was selected last and the Lamp mode status icon appear on the screen Turning On the P...

Page 19: ...tment Focus Adjustment Move the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the projected picture focus Zoom Lever Focus Ring Aperture Contrast Adjustment Move the Aperture Lever to adjust contrast Aperture Lever ...

Page 20: ...er width with the KEYSTONE button or the Point Up button Reduce the lower width with the KEYSTONE button or the Point Down button 1 Press the KEYSTONE button on the remote control or select the Keystone in the Setting Menu p39 The Keystone dialog box appears 2 Correct keystone distortion by pressing the KEYSTONE button or the Point Up Down button Press the KEYSTONE button or the Point Up button to...

Page 21: ... selected with the SELECT Point Left or Point Right button 1 2 4 3 You can control and adjust this projector through the On Screen Menu Refer to the following pages to operate each adjustment on the On Screen Menu LAMP REPLACE MENU INPUT SELECT Top Control Point Right button Item SELECT button POINT button Remote Control MENU button On Screen Menu MENU button SELECT button POINT button On Screen M...

Page 22: ...r Power management Power off confirmation Lamp mode Remote control Lamp counter reset and Factory default p39 41 Input Menu selects computer input source p31 PC System Menu selects computer system p32 Image Select Menu selects image level from Standard Real and Image 1 4 p36 Image Adjust Menu adjusts Contrast Brightness Color temp White balance R G B Sharpness Gamma Auto grayscale Reset Store p37 ...

Page 23: ...ly detects incoming video signal and adjust itself to optimize its performance Remote Control INPUT 1 buttons INPUT 1 buttons AUTO VIDEO S VIDEO COMPO When selecting the AUTO button the projector automati cally detects incoming video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance However the projector selects connection in the following order under the condi tion of connecting more than one...

Page 24: ...djusts itself to optimize its performance However the projector selects connection in the following order under the condi tion of connecting more than one input source 1st Y Pb Cb Pr Cr 2nd S VIDEO 3rd VIDEO Y Pb Cb Pr Cr has priority over S VIDEO S VIDEO has priority over VIDEO Auto When video input signal is connected to the VIDEO jack select Video Video When video input signal is connected to t...

Page 25: ... the input source compatible with HDCP is coming from video equipment through the DVI ter minal select RGB AV HDCP RGB AV HDCP Menu Operation Input Menu Source Selection Menu pointer Closes the source selection menu When the input source is coming from video equipment connected to the DVI terminal with a Component DVI Cable select Component Component When the input source is coming from video equi...

Page 26: ...AL M and PAL N 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 projector a...

Page 27: ...mage level among Standard Cinema Game Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE buttons STANDARD STD PRESET IMAGE P IM and 1 4 buttons on the remote control Each time you press the PRESET IMAGE P IM button either Cinema or Game is selected Normal picture level preset on this projector Standard STD Picture level adjusted for the picture with fine tone Cinema PRESET IMAGE P IM User p...

Page 28: ...t button to obtain proper color From 31 to 31 Color Tint Press the Point Left button to lighten red tone and the Point Right button to deepen red tone From 31 to 31 White balance Red Press the Point Left button to lighten green tone and the Point Right button to deepen green tone From 31 to 31 White balance Green Press the Point Left button to lighten blue tone and the Point Right button to deepen...

Page 29: ...tems with the IMAGE ADJ IMAGE button on the remote control p12 Progressive cannot be selected when 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected Press the Point Right button at this icon to store the value When this function is on it detects proper interleaving of 3 2 pull down for film base sources and produces a suitable image for the input source This function is available only when selecting L1 or...

Page 30: ...esize a projected screen with the SCREEN SCR button on the remote control p12 Screen Menu cannot be selected when 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in the AV System Menu p26 Provides an image to fit the screen size 16 9 aspect ratio by expanding the width and height of the image uniformly This function can be used to project a letter box mode picture 4 3 aspect picture with black bar on the top and ...

Page 31: ...hen press the Point Right button The Source Select Menu will appear 2 Move the pointer to the source that you want to select and then press the SELECT button 3 When the input source is digital coming from a computer through the DVI terminal select RGB PC Digital RGB PC Digital When the input source is analog coming from a computer through the DVI terminal select RGB Analog RGB Analog Input Source ...

Page 32: ...sage Auto is displayed in the PC System Menu icon When the image is not provided properly manual adjustment is required p34 35 There is no signal input from the connected computer Check the connection of the computer and see if the projector is set correctly See Troubleshooting on page 47 Auto PC System Menu Select the PC System Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right but...

Page 33: ...om Auto PC Adjustment can be memorized in this projector Once parameters are memorized the setting can be done just by selecting Mode in the PC System Menu p32 See Store on page 35 NOTE The PC Adjust Menu cannot be operated when the input signal is digital or a signal compatible with HDCP The Auto PC Adjust cannot be operated when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in the PC Syste...

Page 34: ...nt Left Right button to adjust value From 0 to 31 Fine sync Adjusts the number of total dots in one horizontal period Press the Point Left Right button and adjust number to match your PC image Total dots Adjusts horizontal picture position Press the Point Left Right button to adjust the position Horizontal Adjusts vertical picture position Press the Point Left Right button to adjust the position V...

Page 35: ...ustment data select Store and press the Point Right button A dialog box will appear and choose one of 5 modes 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 previousl...

Page 36: ...AGE P IM and 1 4 buttons on the remote control Normal picture level preset on this projector Picture level with improved halftone for graphics User preset image in the Image Adjust Menu p37 Standard STD Real PRESET IMAGE P IM IMAGE 1 4 Image Level Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation Image Select Menu Select the Image Select Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right bu...

Page 37: ...ess the Point Left button to lighten blue tone and the Point Right button to deepen blue tone From 31 to 31 White balance Blue Press the Point Left Right button for Color temperature level that you want to select High Mid Low1 Low2 Low3 Color temp When this function is ON it automatically enhances contrast of bright and dark part of image Auto grayscale To store the adjustment data select Store an...

Page 38: ...projector cannot display any resolution higher than 1280 X 720 If your computer s screen resolution is higher than 1280 X 720 reset the resolution to the lower before connecting to the projector The image data in other than the resolution 1280 x 720 is modified to fit the screen size in initial mode The panning function may not operate properly if the computer system prepared in the PC Adjust Menu...

Page 39: ...ed vertically select the Keystone The On Screen Menu disappears and the Keystone dialog box is displayed Correct keystone distortion by pressing the Point Up Down button Refer to Keystone Adjustment on page 20 Setting Menu position Background color This function is used to change the color of background in the On Screen Menu Menu position This function is used to change the position of the On Scre...

Page 40: ...re the image being projected and use it for a starting up display or interval of presentations After capturing the projected image go to the Logo function and set it as User Then the captured image will be displayed when turning on the projector next time or pressing the MY PICTURE MY P button on the remote control p12 To capture the image select Yes To cancel the Capture function select No Power ...

Page 41: ...he MENU and the IMAGE button on the remote control together for over 10 seconds After changing the code make sure the remote control operates properly To return to the initial code Code 1 repeat the steps above Lamp mode Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the lamp counter to the factory default settings Select Factory default and this box appears Select Yes and the...

Page 42: ...n check the items below Did you 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 Is the air filter clean Clean the air filter ...

Page 43: ...rror degrading picture quality Do not put small parts into the air intake vents It may result in malfunction of the projector RECOMMENDATION We recommend avoiding dusty smoky environments when operating the projector When using under dusty or smoky conditions dust may accumulate on a lens LCD panels or optical elements inside the projector This condition may degrade the quality of a projected imag...

Page 44: ...soft dry cleaning cloth Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner Abrasive cleaners solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch the surface 2 Follow these steps to clean the projector cabinet When the projector is not in use put the projector in the carry ing case to protect it from dust and scratches 3 Softly wipe the projection lens with a cleaning cloth that con tains a small amount of non...

Page 45: ... cool for at least 45 minutes before you open the Lamp cover The inside of the projector can become very hot POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE 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 screwdriver a...

Page 46: ...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 explosion may differ according to the environment or conditions in which the projector and lamp ...

Page 47: ...ocus of the projector Provide proper distance between the projector and the projection screen See page 14 Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning See page 44 Moving the projector from a cool temperature location to a warm temperature location may result in moisture condensation on the projection lens In such an event leave the projector OFF and wait until condensation disappears Imag...

Page 48: ...ct the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center Give the model number and explain about the problem We will advise you how to obtain service The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community EC The 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 proj...

Page 49: ...eturns to normal the POWER indicator lights red and the pro jector can be turned on The WARNING indicator keeps flashing 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...

Page 50: ... Progressive 31 31 31 31 31 31 7 7 7 7 Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Yes No Quit High Color temp Mid Low 1 Input Go to System 1 or 2 Y Pb Pc Pr Cr Go to System 2 Input 2 Auto N A N A Input 1 Video Go to System 3 Video Input Computer Input L1 L2 N A not applicable S Video Go to System 1 Go to System 1 RGB Analog RGB PC Digital RGB AV HDCP Go to System 2 Component N A RGB Scart Image 4 Auto graysc...

Page 51: ...rent mode Clamp Display area Display area H Display area V Full screen Reset Mode free Store Standard Real Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Contrast Brightness Color temp Red Green Blue Gamma Store Normal Full True Digital zoom 0 31 On Off 31 31 31 31 Computer Input PC Adjust 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 1024 Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Mode 4 Mode 5 Image Select H...

Page 52: ...0 07 48 50 60 02 44 00 54 58 XGA 5 1024 x 768 60 31 74 92 VGA 7 640 x 480 43 269 85 00 480i 15 734 60 00 Interlace 575i 15 625 50 00 Interlace SVGA 10 800 x 600 32 70 51 09 XGA 10 1024 x 768 62 04 77 07 MAC 19 1024 x 768 60 24 75 08 MAC 21 1152 x 870 68 68 75 06 XGA 11 1024 x 768 XGA 12 1024 x 768 XGA 13 1024 x 768 XGA 14 1024 x 768 61 00 75 70 XGA 15 1024 x 768 35 522 86 96 Interlace 46 90 58 20 ...

Page 53: ...CA Type x 4 Video Y Pb Cb Pr Cr and Mini DIN 4 pin x 1 S Video Projection Lens Throw Distance Projection Lamp Video Input Jacks DVI I Terminal Digital Analog HDCP compatible Computer Video Input Terminal Mini DIN 8 pin x 1 Service Port Connector 0 to 11 8 Feet Adjustment Power Source AA UM3 or R06 Type x 2 Operating Range 16 4 5m 30 Dimensions 1 85 x 1 18 x 6 26 47mm x 30mm x 159mm Net Weight 4 4o...

Page 54: ...54 Appendix Dimensions POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE MENU INPUT SELECT ON OFF 14 13 359 10 79 274 Unit inch mm 11 8 Max 3 82 97 4 52 114 7 ...

Page 55: ... No Connect T M D S Data0 No Connect T M D S Data0 Shield T M D S Clock Shield T M D S Clock T M D S Clock 17 21 18 20 19 22 23 24 Configurations of Terminal DVI I RGB COMPONENT TERMINAL DIGITAL ANALOG Terminal DVI I The parts listed below are optionally supplied When ordering those parts give the name and Type No to the sales dealer Wall Anchor Kit Type No POA CH EX01 DVI Cable Type No KA DV20 DV...

Page 56: ...Printed in Japan Part No 610 309 7923 1AA6P1P4276 M4KA SANYO Electric Co Ltd ...

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