Sanyo PLC-XL50A User Manual Page 1

Multimedia Projector MODEL PLC-XL50AOwner’s Manual

10Part Names and FunctionsRear Terminalq wertyiut S-VIDEO INConnect the S-VIDEO output from video equipment to this jack (p.17).q AUDIO INConnect the

11Part Names and FunctionsTopqwe rtyuio!0r LAMP REPLACE indicatorTurn yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end (pp.58, 66).w WARNIN

Part Names and FunctionsRemote Control/CEILINGteo!3r!4!2q ON/STAND-BY button Turn the projector on or off (pp.20, 21).w VIDEO buttonSelect VIDEO input

Part Names and Functions1 2 3To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions:●Use two (2) AA or LR6 type alkaline batteries.●Alwa

✔Note:• This projector is not equipped with an optical zoom. To adjust the screen size, change the throw distance.• The brightness in the room has a g

15Mounting the Rear Leg Rear LegTurn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord. 1Secure the rear leg with the four (4) screws. 2ScrewRear legInst

16External Audio EquipmentVGA cable Audio cable (stereo) Audio cable (stereo)Monitor Output or Monitor InputAudio OutputAUDIO INCOMPUTERAUDIO OUT (s

17✔Note:• When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s built-in speaker is not available.• The S-VIDEO jack connection overrides the VIDEO jack c

18InstallationConnecting to Video Equipment (Component and RGB Scart)Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo, RCA x 2) • Scart-VG

NOTE ON THE POWER CORDAC power cord must meet the requirements of the country where you use the projector.Confirm the AC plug type with the chart belo

2Features and Design◆ Large Screen in Limited SpaceShort focus lens allows you to project large images from short distance (p.14). Images can

Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator turns red.Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remot

Basic OperationPress the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and “Power off?” appears on the screen.Press th

Basic OperationMenu barPointer(red frame)Menu iconItem dataPress the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value.SELECT buttonPointer (red frame)Press the P

Basic OperationMenu Bare PC System MenuUsed to select the computer system (p.28).y Image Adjust MenuUsed to adjust the computer image from Contrast, B

Basic OperationAdjust the lens focus with the focus lever.Focus Lever•The arrows are white when there is no correction.•The direction of the arrow whi

Basic Operation/Remote ControlRemote Control OperationUsing the remote control for some frequently used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of

Basic Operation/CEILINGRemote ControlD.ZOOM buttonsNO SHOW button AUTO PC button✔Note:• See the previous page for the description of other buttons.KEY

Press the INPUT button on the top control or the COMPUTER button on the remote control to select either Computer 1 or Computer 2.Before using the INPU

Computer InputThe Auto PC Adjustment function operates to adjust the projector. PC System MenuThe PC System Menu icon The selected system is displayed

Computer InputAuto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Vertical positions to conform to

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Computer InputPress the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC Adjust Menu icon.

Computer InputUse the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector.Display area HUse the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust th

Computer InputSelect an image level from among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Blackboard (Green), Colorboard, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, or Image 4 with the

33Computer InputPress the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Select Menu

Computer InputUse the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value.Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move th

Computer InputStoreExit the Image Adjust Menu.QuitTo store the adjusted data, select “Store” and press the SELECT button. The Image Level Menu appears

Computer InputWhen Digital zoom + is selected, the On-Screen Menu disappears and “D. zoom +” is displayed. Press the SELECT button to expand the image

Press the INPUT button on the top control or VIDEO button on the remote control to select “Video.”Before using the INPUT or VIDEO buttons, select the

INPUT buttonTop ControlINPUT buttonVideoComputer 2*Computer 1Video InputPress the INPUT button on the top control or COMPUTER button on the remote con

Video InputPress the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the AV System Menu icon.1Vi

4To the OwnerCAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PA RT S I N S I D E E XC

Video InputSelect an image level from among Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, Blackboard (Green), Colorboard, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image 4 with the

41Use the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Select Menu icon.12Use the

Video InputUse the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value.Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move t

43Video InputTo store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Select a level from Image 1 to 4 with the Point ed buttons and pres

44Video InputThis projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size.Press the MENU button to display the

45KeystonePress the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon.12Lang

46DisplayBlue backPress the Point 7 8 buttons to switch on/off. When this function is “On,” a blue image is displayed while the input signal is not de

47SettingCaptureThis function enables you to capture the image being projected and use it for a start-up display or interval of presentations. After

48Logo PIN code lock Dialog BoxEnter a Logo PIN codeSelect a number by pressing the Point ed buttons. And then press the Point 8 button to fix the nu

49SettingCeiling Rear CeilingWhen this function is set to “On,” the picture is top/bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project t

5Safety InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.Read all of the instructions given h

50SettingTime left before Lamp is off.Press the SELECT button at Power management and this box appears. Select one of three settings with the Point 7

51SettingRemote controlThis projector provides two different remote control codes; the factory-set, initial code (Code 1) and the secondary code (Code

5252SettingPIN code lockThis function prevents the projector from being operated by unauthorized persons and provides the following setting options fo

5353SettingThe PIN code can be changed to your desired four-digit number. Select "PIN code change" with the Point d button, and press the S

54SettingLamp counter Factory defaultThis function returns all setting values except for the user logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, th

55The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the WARNING indicator and the POWER indicator

Maintenance and Cleaning56Turn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.Turn over the projector and remove the air filter by

CAUTIONThis projector is equipped with a projection window.Do not rub the projection window with a hard fiber cloth or hit it with a something hard to

58Maintenance and CleaningWhen the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the

Maintenance and CleaningBe sure to reset the Lamp replacement counter after the lamp is replaced. When the Lamp replacement counter is reset, the LAMP

6Safety InstructionsMoving the ProjectorWhen the projector is not in use for an extended period, put it into a suitable case.Handle the projector c

60TroubleshootingBefore calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again.– Make sure you have properly connecte

61AppendixImage is out of focus.– Adjust focus of the projector (see page 24).– Provide proper distance between the projector and the projection

62AppendixThe CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC).The Remote Control does not work.– Check the batteries.– Make s

63AppendixMenu TreeMode 1Mode 2SVGA 1 - - - -Computer Input✽Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal.Computer Inpu

64AppendixAutoPALSECAMNTSCNTSC 4.43PAL-MPAL-NVideo InputAuto1080i1035i720p575p480p575i480iDynamicCinemaBlackboard (Green)Image 1Image 2Image 3SettingI

65IndicatorsProjector ConditionPOWERred/greenWARNING TEMP.redWARNING FILTERorangeLAMP REPLACEyellowThe projector is off. (The AC power cord is unplugg

66The projector is detecting abnormal condition.IndicatorsProjector ConditionPOWERred/greenWARNING TEMP.redWARNING FILTERorangeLAMP REPLACEyellowThe t

67AppendixCompatible Computer SpecificationsBasically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V-, H-Frequency mentioned below

68AppendixTechnical SpecificationsMechanical InformationProjector Type Multi-media ProjectorDimensions (W x H x D) 14.72” x 7.75” x 19.49” (374 mm x 1

69AppendixThe parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, specify the item name and Model No. to the sales dealer.Optional

7Do not roll the projector more than 10 degrees from side to side. Do not put the projector on either side C or E to project an image.

70AppendixTerminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN12345876SERVICE PORT CONNECTORR X D----------GNDRTS / CTSGNDGNDSerial12345678COMPUTER INPUT / MONITOR OUTPUT TERMIN

71AppendixPIN Code Number MemoWrite down the PIN code number in the column below and keep it with this manual securely. If you forgot or lost the numb

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8ComplianceAC Power Cord for the United Kingdom:This cord is already fitted with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which

97.75 (196.8)7.91 (201)4.50 (114.3)Lens center4.29 (109)8.58 (218)14.72 (374)1.0°1.0°0.17 (4.2)19.49 (495)16.59 (421.5)0.41 (10.5)0.33 (8.5)9.37 (238)