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Sanyo PLV-Z3 User's Manual

1. Adjusts red green and blue to select neutral colors you like Auto black stretch When this function is On the black color in the bright image is shown up Contrast enhancement Adjusts the contrast of colors in the brighter image You can select from Off L1 L2 L3 L3 is the most contrasty Transient improvement Adjusts the sharpness of the outline You can select from Off L1 L2 L3 L3 is the sharpest Overscan Adjusts overscanned area It works only to decrease the overscanned portion of the screen from zero Direct Operation with Remote control Pressing the LAMP button on the remote control you can select the lamp mode Pressing the RESET button on the remote control adjustments will reset to their factory settings USER SETTING MY PICTURE COMPO 1 COMPO 2 LAMP MODE U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 LAMP S VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI PC LAMP button LL LIGHT RESET MENU CANCEL SELECT RESET button 30 Video Input This projector has a useful function to resize a projected screen Select the Screen Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu Select an item with the Point Up Down button and press the Point Left Right button to set the screen size 1 2 Screen Menu Expands the width of an image and projects it in the center at a wide screen ratio of 16 9 You can enjoy a high q
2. 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 or replace it with a new one POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE TOP CONTROL The projector is shut down and the WARNING indicator lights red When the projector detects an abnormal condition it is automatically shut down to protect the inside and the WARNING indicator lights red In this case disconnect the AC power cord and reconnect it and then turn the projector on once again for check If the projector is turned off again and the WARNING indicator lights red disconnect the AC power cord and contact the service station for check and repair CAUTION DO NOT LEAVE THE PROJECTOR WITH THE AC POWER CORD CONNECTED UNDER THE ABNORMAL CONDITION IT MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK WARNING lights red 46 Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the RGB panels If some dusts attach to optical parts inside the projector the brightness could decrease or shadows could appear on the screen and image deterioration could result This projector equipped with RGB panel cleaning holes on the bottom of the projector to clean the internal parts such
3. 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 that of the projector See page 43 53 Appendix Check the indicators for projector condition lights green lights red off flashes green When the life of the projection lamp draws to an end the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow When this indicator lights yellow replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly Reset the Lamp replace counter after replacement of the lamp See page 50 and 51 The Main On Off switch is off or the AC power cord is unplugged The projector is preparing for stand by Or the projection lamp is being cooled down The projector cannot be turned on until cooling is completed The temperature inside the projector is abnormally high The projector can not be turned on When the projector is cooled down enough and the temperature returns 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 orange Indicators LAMP REPLACE yellow WARNING red The projector detects an abnormal condition and cannot be turned on Unplug the AC power cord and p
4. including batteries Remote Control 480i 480p 575i 575p 720p 1035i and 1080i High Definition TV Signal AC 100 120 V 2 4 A Max Ampere 50 60 Hz The U S A and Canada AC 200 240 V 1 3 A Max Ampere 50 60 Hz Continental Europe and The U K Voltage and Power Consumption 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 Technical Specifications The On Screen Menu and figures in this manual may differ slightly from the product Mini DIN 8 pin x 1 Service Port Connector 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 Pixelworks ICs used 58 Appendix Dimensions POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE MENU INPUT SELECT ON OFF 14 13 359 10 77 273 5 Unit inch mm 11 8 Max 4 59 116 7 4 52 114 7 2 68 68 59 Appendix 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 HDMI Cable Type No POA CA HDMI Component Cable 3
5. Press the Point Left Right button to obtain better balance of contrast From 7 to 7 Gamma Press the Point Left button to soften the image and the Point Right button to sharpen the image From 7 to 7 Sharpness MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT IMAGE ADJ button Direct Operation with Remote control You can adjust the items in the Image Level Adjustment menu with pressing the IMAGE ADJ button on the remote control Press Point Left Right button to adjust each item Press Up Down button to get to the next item 29 Video Input The Image Level Menu will appear Choose one of 4 image levels with the Point Up Down button and press the SELECT button A confirma tion box will appear and select Yes Press the Point Right button at this icon to store the value When this function is on it detects proper interleaving of 3 2 and 2 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 L2 on Progressive for NTSC 480i PAL SECAM 575i Film This arrow indicates that there are previous items Select this item and press the Point Up button to go to the previous item Lamp mode This function allows you to change brightness of the screen Bright mode Normal brightness React image mode 1 The controlled brightness according with input signal React image mode 2 Less bright but quieter than
6. VGA 6 640 x 480 37 50 75 00 MAC LC13 640 x 480 34 97 66 60 MAC 13 640 x 480 35 00 66 67 MAC 16 832 x 624 49 72 74 55 SVGA 1 800 x 600 35 16 56 25 SVGA 2 800 x 600 37 88 60 32 SVGA 3 800 x 600 46 875 75 00 SVGA 4 800 x 600 53 674 85 06 SVGA 5 800 x 600 48 08 72 19 SVGA 6 800 x 600 37 90 61 03 SVGA 7 800 x 600 34 50 55 38 SVGA 8 800 x 600 38 00 60 51 SVGA 9 800 x 600 38 60 60 31 SVGA 11 800 x 600 38 00 60 51 ON SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H Freq kHz V Freq Hz XGA 8 1024 x 768 XGA 9 1024 x 768 63 48 79 35 36 00 87 17 Interlace XGA 1 1024 x 768 XGA 2 1024 x 768 XGA 3 1024 x 768 48 36 60 00 68 677 85 00 60 023 75 03 VGA 7 640 x 480 43 269 85 00 480i 15 34 60 00 Interlace 575i 15 63 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 47 00 58 30 58 03 72 00 SXGA 1 1152 x 864 64 20 70 40 SXGA 11 1152 x 900 SXGA 13 1280 x 1024 SXGA 14 1280 x 1024 61 20 65 20 50 00 86 00 Interlace 720p 50 00 94 00 Interlace 45 00 60 00 SXGA 17 11
7. Zoom Lever Focus Ring 21 Basic Operation Press the NO SHOW button on the remote control to black out the image To restore to normal press the NO SHOW button again or press any other button The message disappears after 4 seconds No Show Function If a projected picture has keystone distortion correct the image with KEYSTONE adjustment The arrows are white when there is no correction The arrow disappears at the maximum correction The direction of the arrow being corrected turns purple Keystone Adjustment Reduce the upper 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 p41 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 reduce the upper part of image and press the KEYSTONE button or the Point Down button to reduce the lower part Press the MY PICTURE MY P button on the remote control to display a captured image To restore to normal press the MY PICTURE MY P button again or press any other button My Picture Function 22 Basic Operation Press the MENU button on the top control or on the remote control to display the On Screen Menu Main Menu
8. temp will change to User Go on to the next page MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT IMAGE ADJ button Direct Operation with Remote control You can adjust the items in the Image Level Adjustment menu with pressing the IMAGE ADJ button on the remote control Press Point Left Right button to adjust each item Press Up Down button to get to the next item 39 Computer Input To store the adjustment data select Store and press the Point Right button The Image Level Menu will appear Choose one of 4 image levels with the Point Up Down button and press the SELECT button A confirmation box will appear and select Yes Resets adjustments to their factory default settings Reset Store Lamp mode Advanced Menu This function can be selected only when Advanced menu in the Setting is On You can adjust following items through this function Iris Press the Point Left button to adjust Iris It works only to stop down from zero Gain R G B Adjusts red green and blue to select contrast of colors you like Offset R G B Adjusts red green and blue to select brightness of the colors you like Gamma R G B Adjusts red green and blue to select neutral colors you like The Image Level Menu will appear Choose one of 4 image levels with the Point Up Down button and press the SELECT button A confirma tion box will appea
9. A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER S MANUAL WITH THIS UNIT CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Before operating this projector read this manual thoroughly and operate the projector properly This projector provides many convenient features and functions Operating the projector properly enables you to manage those features and maintains it in better condition for a considerable time Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product life but also malfunctions fire hazard or other accidents If your projector seems to operate improperly read this manual again check operations and cable connections and try the solutions in the Troubleshooting section in the end of this booklet If the problem still persists contact the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center Safety Precaution WARNING TO REDUCE 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 space on the top sides and rear of the projector c
10. Be careful not to damage the air filters and do not clean the air filters with water When there is much dust and dirt on the air filter replace it with a new one See next page for replacing the air filter 4 Put the air filters back into position Make sure that the air filters are properly and fully inserted 5 Cleaning the Air Filter 1 Remove dust and dirt with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner Be careful not to damage the air filter and do not clean the air filter with water Clean the air intake vent with a vacuum cleaner at the same time 3 Put the air filter back into the position with pushing the top of the tub Do not push the delicate filter part Make sure that the air filters are properly and fully inserted 4 Push the latch and lift the air filter Do not try to pull the delicate filter part Pull the Air Filter horizontally not to break the inside latch 5 6 Cleaning the Air Filter 2 Press here the latch 3 4 q w Put the latch in the groove Push the top of the tab 6 Push here q w 49 Maintenance and Cleaning Disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning When the projector is not in use replace the lens cover 1 3 2 Follow these steps to clean the projection lens Cleaning the Projection Lens Cleaning the Projector Cabinet Disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning 1 Softly wipe the projector body with a soft dry cleaning cloth When it is he
11. Go to System 4 HDMI Go to System 3 Computer N A RGB Analog RGB Scart Selected system System 3 Video Dynamic Powerful Graphic Advanced menu 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 High Mid Low 1 Low 3 Low 2 Off 31 31 7 7 7 7 L1 L2 Bright mode On Off Iris React image mode 1 React image mode 2 Theater black mode User image 1 User image 2 User image 3 User image 4 Yes No Quit Full Full through Caption in 2 Normal Zoom Normal through Natural wide 1 Caption in 1 Natural wide 2 Contrast not applicable when selecting HDMI User Gain R G B Offset R G B Gamma R G B Auto black stretch Contrast enhancement Transient improvement Overscan 55 Appendix Setting Language Setting English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Chinese Korean Japanese On Off On Off Off On Off On Off On Off Code 1 Yes No Keystone Blue back Display Logo Rear Power management Power off confirmation Remote control Factory default Code 2 Quit Russian Off Mounting Yes No Lamp counter reset Default User System 4 Mode 1 Mode 2 SVGA 1 Auto PC adj Fine sync Total dots Horizontal Vertical Current mode Clamp Display area Display area H Display area V Reset Mod
12. On Screen Menu p22 e WARNING indicator Lights red when the projector detects abnormal condition This also flashes red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range p45 w POWER indicator Flashes red until the projector gets ready to be turned on It lights red when the projector is in the stand by mode It remains green while the projector is under operation When the front cover is closed it lights orange 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 p40 u SELECT button Executes the item selected It is also used to expand compress the image in Digital zoom mode p40 r LAMP REPLACE indicator Turns yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end p49 q POWER ON OFF button Turns the projector on or off p19 11 Part Names and Functions LL LIGHT RESET MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT USER SETTING MY PICTURE COMPO 1 COMPO 2 LAMP MODE CLEAR DARK U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 LAMP S VIDEO VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI PC Remote Control q w e 4 r SCREEN button Selects a screen size p30 31 40 3 AUTO PC button Operates the Auto PC adjustment function p34 e POINT UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT button Selects an item or adjusts value in the On Screen Menu These are also used to pan the image in t
13. React image mode 1 Theater black mode Lowers brightness and reduces the lamp power consumption NOTE Progressive cannot be selected when 480p 575p 720p is selected Auto black stretch and Contrast enhancement and Transient improvement in the Advanced menu cannot be selected when the input source is HDMI Overscan cannot be selected when Full through and Normal through are selected in the Screen Size Adjustment menu Advanced menu To store the adjustment data select Store and press the Point Right button The Image Level Menu will appear Choose one of 4 image levels with the Point Up Down button and press the SELECT button A confirmation box will appear and select Yes Resets adjustments to their factory default settings Reset Store Interlace video signal can be converted to a progressive signal Off Not activated L1 Select L1 for an active picture L2 Select L2 for a still picture Progressive This function can be selected only when Advanced menu in the Setting is On You can adjust following items through this function Iris Press the Point Left button to adjust Iris It works only to stop down from zero Gain R G B Adjusts red green and blue to select contrast of colors you like Offset R G B Adjusts red green and blue to select brightness of the colors you like Gamma R G B
14. as optical parts of the projector When you use the projector continuously for hours or you find shadows of dust on the projected screen clean the inside of the projector with the supplied blower Using the supplied blower and the Cleaning function in the Setting menu you can blow dusts away in the projector CAUTION IN USING THE BLOWER AND THE NOZZLE When using the blower turn over the projector Use only supplied blower and nozzle to keep the projector from being out of oder or damaging We could not guarantee the malfunction or breakage caused by using unsupplied tools Do not use a commercially available air spry not to cause malfunction of internal parts with the cool air Put the projector on a soft cloth not to scratch the surface Open the hole cover only when you clean the inside of the projector Do not pull the hole cover strongly Do not look into the holes Strong light could damage your eyes Do not look into Air intake vent and Exhaust vent either Use the blower and the nozzle only to clean the projector Do not try to use them to another purpose Do not use the blower and nozzle to a man especially eyes mouth or ear and so on Be careful not children put the blower and nozzle into their mouths or swallow them Do not try to pull the nozzle out from the blower If the nozzle happened to pull off put it back into the blower When you find something unusual smoke strange sound abnormal
15. cooling off period The next performance depends on setting as follows On When the lamp has been fully cooled down the POWER indicator changes to green flashing In this condition the projection lamp will be turned on if the input signal is reconnected or any button on the top control or remote control is pressed Off The Power management function is canceled Power management Power off confirmation The confirmation dialog box to turn off the projector is displayed with this function ON Time left until lamp off Power management This arrow indicates that there are previous items Select this item and press the Point Up but ton to go to the previous item Setting NOTE When the batteries of the remote control are replaced the remote control code automatically returns to the initial code Code 1 Remote control Code switch CODE1 CODE2 HDMI setup Select L1 or L2 with Point Left Right button according to the output signal of the video equipment L1 When the output of the video equipment is set STANDARD L2 When the output of the video equipment is set ENHANCED The names of the output setting of the video equipment vary from equipment to equipment For details refer to the owner s manual of the video equipment 44 Setting This function is used to reset the lamp replace counter When replacing the projection lamp reset the lamp replace counter by using this fun
16. it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet This will prevent damage due to lightning and power line surges Do not expose this unit to rain or use near water for example in a wet basement near a swimming pool etc Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may cause hazards Do not place this projector on an unstable cart stand or table The projector may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the projector Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the projector Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturers An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation to insure reliable operation of the equipment and to protect it from overheating The openings should never be covered with cloth or other materials and the bottom opening should not be blocked by placing the projector on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This projector should not be placed in a built in installation such as a book case unless proper ventilat
17. 0 54 58 XGA 5 1024 x 768 60 31 74 92 57 Appendix 0 7 wide TFT Active Matrix type 3 panels Multimedia Projector 9 0 lbs 4 1 kg 14 13 x 4 59 x 10 77 359mm x 116 7mm x 273 5mm not including raised portions 1280 x 720 dots 2 764 800 1280 x 720 x 3 panels PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL M and PAL N H sync 15 80 KHz V sync 50 100 Hz Adjustable from 31 to 200 41 F 95 F 5 C 35 C 14 F 140 F 10 C 60 C Owner s Manual AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries Video Cable Projector Type Net Weight Dimensions W x H x D Panel Resolution Number of Pixels Color System Scanning Frequency Projection Image size Diagonal Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Accessories LCD Panel System The specifications are subject to change without notice F 2 04 2 54 lens with f 21 5 mm 27 7 mm with manual zoom and focus 3 9 20 0 1 2 m 6 1 m 135 W RCA Type x 1 Video RCA Type x 3 Y Pb Cb Pr Cr x 2 and Mini DIN 4 pin x 1 S video Projection Lens Throw Distance Projection Lamp Video Input Jacks VGA HDB 15 Terminal x 1 Computer Input Terminal HDMI terminal 19 pin x 1 HDMI Input Terminal 0 to 11 8 Feet Adjustment Power Source AA UM3 or LR06 1 5V ALKALINE Type x 2 Operating Range 16 4 5m 30 Dimensions 1 97 x 1 06 x 6 61 50mm x 27mm x 168mm Net Weight 4 4oz 126g
18. 2 8 10m Type No POA CA COMP10 Scart VGA Cable Type No POA CA SCART This cable is used for RGB Scart 21 Pin Video output of video equipment Optional Parts 5 1 2 3 4 10 9 6 7 8 15 14 13 11 12 Pin Configuration Configurations of Terminal Computer terminal Terminal VGA 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 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 TMDS Data 2 Input Ground TMDS Data 1 Ground TMDS Data 2 TMDS Data 1 Input TMDS Data 2 Input TMDS Data 1 Input TMDS Data 0 Input Ground TMDS Data 0 1 5 2 4 3 6 7 8 Ground TMDS Clock SCL TMDS Clock Input SDA Ground DDC CEC 11 15 12 14 13 16 17 19 Pin Type A TMDS Data 0 Input TMDS Clock Input 9 10 Plug insetr detection 19 18 5V Pwer Pin Configuration Video terminal Terminal HDMI SANYO Electric Co Ltd Printed in Japan Part No 610 317 4693 1AA6P1P4651 M4SA
19. 52 x 900 SXGA 18 1280 x 1024 61 85 66 00 46 43 86 70 Interlace 1035i 33 75 When an input signal is digital from HDMI terminal refer to the chart below 1080i 33 75 60 00 Interlace 1080i 28 125 50 00 Interlace 480p 31 47 59 88 575p 31 25 50 00 ON SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H Freq kHz V Freq Hz 59 94 60 ON SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H Freq kHz V Freq Hz D VGA D 720p 1280 x 720p 50 00 D 1080i 1920 x 1080i 59 94 60 D 480i 720 x 480i 59 94 60 D 525i 720 x 575i 50 00 59 94 60 D 720p 1280 x 720p 720p 37 50 50 00 640 x 480p 60 00 Interlace 50 00 Interlace D 480p 720 x 480p 59 94 60 D 1080i 1920 x 1080i 50 00 D 575p 720 x 575p 50 00 NOTE You might be able to project images even when signals other than above are input But in that case functions of the projector could be limited WXGA 3 1376 x 768 48 36 60 00 WXGA 1 1366 x 768 48 36 60 00 WXGA 2 1360 x 768 47 70 60 00 XGA 4 1024 x 768 XGA 6 1024 x 768 XGA 7 1024 x 768 56 48 70 07 48 50 60 02 44 0
20. 6 1m Inch Diagonal Center 14 NOTE ON THE POWER CORD AC power cord must meet requirement of the country where you use a projector Confirm an AC plug type with the chart below and proper AC power cord must be used If supplied AC power cord does not match your AC outlet contact your sales dealer Installation To power cord connec tor on your projector Projector side AC outlet side Ground To the AC outlet 120 V AC For Continental Europe For the U S A and Canada This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100 120 V or 200 240 V AC This projector automatically selects the correct input voltage It is designed to work 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 16 18 for connection CAUTION For safety unplug AC power cord when the projector is not in use When this projector is connected to the outlet with AC power cord and the Main On Off switch is on it is in Stand by mode and consumes a little electric power Turn the Main On Off switch off when the projector is not in use Connecting the AC Power Cord Connect AC power cord supplied to the projector The AC outlet must be near this equ
21. GE ADJ SELECT USER SETTING COMPO 1 COMPO 2 CLEAR DARK U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 S VIDEO VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI Remote Control IMAGE buttons To enjoy contrasting 3D images in a dark room Creative cinema To enjoy images with quiet tone of colors without excess gradation in a dark room Pure cinema User preset images in the Image Adjust Menu p28 29 User image 1 4 To enjoy faithfully reproducted images without any control by the projector Suitable for a dark room Natural To enjoy sports or dramas from TV with contrasting clear images Suitable for a dark room Video To enjoy contrasting images in a bright room Dynamic To enjoy more contrasting powerful images in a bright room Powerful To enjoy graphic images such as game or PC screen in a bright room Graphic This arrow indi cates that there are other items Select this item and press the Point Down button to go to the next item 28 Video Input Select the Image Adjust Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 2 Select an item with the Point Up Down button and press the Point Left Right button to adjust the item Image Adjust Menu Press the Point Left button to decrease contrast and the Point Right button to increase contrast From 31 to 31 Press the Point Left button to adjust image darker and the Point Right button to adjust image brighte
22. Image is Left Right reversed Check the Mounting Rear item See Setting on page 42 Problem Try these solutions Image is Top Bottom reversed Check the Mounting item See Setting on page 42 Some displays are not seen during the Operation Check the Display item See Setting on page 41 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 20 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 WARNING High voltages are used to operate this projector Do not attempt to open the cabinet If problems still persist after following all operating instructions contact 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 Remote Control does not work Check the batteries Make sure no obstruction is between the projector and remote control
23. Multimedia Projector MODEL PLV Z3 Owner s Manual 2 Features and Design This Multimedia Projector is designed with the most advanced technology for portability durability and ease of use This projector utilizes built in multimedia features a palette of 16 77 million colors and matrix liquid crystal display LCD technol ogy Compatibility The projector widely accepts various video and comput er input signals including Computers 6 Color systems Component video S video RGB scart and HDMI Simple Computer System Setting The projector has the Multi scan system to conform to almost all computer output signals quickly See page 33 Multilanguage Menu Display Operation menu is available in English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Russian Chinese Korean or Japanese See page 41 Power Management The Power management function reduces power con sumption and maintain the lamp life See page 43 Selectable Setting Position Mounting function provides proper image position up down and left right depending on the setting posi tion of the projector such as ceiling mounting or wall hung See page 42 Interlace Progressive Conversion High quality picture is available with this technology which converts interlace signal into progressive signal See page 29 My Picture A projected image can be captured and used for the starting display of
24. Press Point Up Down button to select the Cleaning function then press SELECT button to select the item The image is blacked out temporary While watching the position of the dust on the screen blow air into the projector by the blower 6 7 8 Pull one of the hole cover upward gently The nozzle will be stopped by the stoppers when being put in the hole Do not try to force the nozzle into further The nozzle could be break and fall into inside of the projector Inside Outside Do not open the bottom cover except for when you clean the inside of the projector Especially while operating the projector the optical parts could damage Which hole to put the nozzle in When you look at the screen When red spots dust are the most remarkable put the nozzle in the R panel cleaning holes When Green spots dust are the most remarkable put the nozzle in the G panel cleaning holes When Blue spots dust are the most remarkable put the nozzle in the B panel cleaning holes When cleaning wave the nozzle inside of the projector back and forth Do not try to force the nozzle to bend Use only supplied blower and nozzle Do not use a commercially available air spry not to cause malfunction of internal parts with the cool air We could not guarantee the malfunction of breakage by using unsupplied tools When putting back the hole cover starts from the outside hole to make the operation easier and prev
25. 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 terminal is Scart with a DVD player connected to the COMPUTER terminal select RGB Scart RGB Scart When the input source is analog coming from a computer connected to the COMPUTER terminal select RGB Analog RGB Analog Input Source Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation Input Menu Source Selection Menu pointer Closes the source selection menu Top Control Remote Control INPUT SELECT USER SETTING MY PICTURE COMPO 1 COMPO 2 LAMP MODE CLEAR DARK U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 LAMP S VIDEO VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI PC INPUT buttons 33 Computer Input This projector can detect most of the current computer systems with the Multi scan system and the Auto PC adjustment function provided in the projector When selecting computer input the projector automatically displays the most proper image for the input signal One of the following four displays appears on the system menu icon If the projector does not tune the input signal and the projected image is not displayed properly or when you wish to adjust it manually perform manual adjustment as described on page 35 and 36 When the projector cannot recognize the connected signal as PC system provided in this projector the Auto PC adjustment function operates to adjust the projector a
26. Select a menu from the main menu by pressing the Point Up Down button and press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu The selected icon turns yellow When using the top control press the MENU button to close the On Screen Menu When using the remote control both main menu and sub menu can be closed by pressing the MENU button Pressing the CANCEL button once then you will go back to the previous screen Or press CANCEL button twice the On Screen Menu will be closed Select an item by pressing the Point Up Down button and activate the item that you have 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 LL LIGHT RESET MENU CANCEL SCREEN SELECT SELECT button POINT button Remote Control MENU button On Screen Menu MENU button SELECT button POINT button On Screen Menu Main Menu On Screen Menu Sub Menu 23 Basic Operation Menus VIDEO MENUS COMPUTER MENUS Input Menu selects input source p24 25 AV System Menu selects video system from AUTO PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL M PAL N 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i p26 Image Select Menu selects image level from Creative cinema Pure
27. Terminals 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 0 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 Lens Shift Ring Up Down 0 Lens Shift Ring Left Right 9 o 9 Part Names and Functions A built in micro processor which controls this unit may occasionally malfunction and need to be reset This can be done by pressing the RESET button with a pen which will shut down and restart the unit Do not use the RESET function excessively q COMPUTER Connect computer output or RGB Scart 21 pin video output to this connector p17 18 Terminal q w t e t VIDEO Connect the composite video output from video equipment to this jack p16 r COMPONENT 1 2 Connect the component video output to these jacks p16 e S VIDEO Connect the S Video output from video equipment to this jack p16 w SERVICE PORT This jack is used to service this projector r y y HDMI Connect the HDMI from video equipment to this terminal p17 10 Part Names and Functions POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE MENU INPUT SELECT ON OFF Top q w e r t y u i i INPUT button Selects input source p24 32 t MENU button Opens or closes the
28. Video Input NOTE When 720p 1035i or 1080i is selected in the AV System Menu Screen menu cannot be selected except for Full and Natural wide 2 p26 When you do not select any signal format and enter the Screen menu Full is selected automatically and the other items cannot be selected wherever the check mark is Provides an image with no modification You can enjoy a high quality image though the projected image is small Normal through Modifies an image of 4 3 aspect ratio to fit the screen size 16 9 aspect ratio It expands the width and height of the image and makes it look natural Natural wide 1 Normal through Natural wide 1 When the signal is 16 9 modifies an image of 4 3 aspect ratio to fit the screen size 16 9 aspect ratio It expands the width and height of the image and makes it look natural Natural wide 2 Natural wide 2 Direct Operation with Remote control Pressing the SCREEN button on the remote control you can resize the projected screen MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT SCREEN button 32 Computer Input Choose INPUT source by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or PC button on the remote control Select the Input Source Selection Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 Select Computer with Point UP DOWN button and then press the Point Right button The Source
29. abinet for allowing air circulation and cooling the projector Minimum clearance must be maintained If the projector is to be built into a compartment or similarly enclosed the minimum distances must be maintained Do not cover the ventilation slot on the projector Heat build up can reduce the service life of your projector and can also be dangerous Do not put any flammable object or spray can near the projector hot air is exhausted from the ventilation holes If the projector is not to be used for an extended time unplug the projector from the power outlet READ AND KEEP THIS OWNER S MANUAL FOR LATER USE 50cm 1m 50cm 50cm SIDE and TOP REAR CAUTION Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer Data Processing Equipment ANSI NFPA 75 Ne puet tre utillis dans une salle d ordinateurs telle que d finie dans la norme ANSI NFPA 75 Standard for Protection of Electronic Computer Data Processing Equipment 5 Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use Unplug this projector from AC power supply before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector For added protection to the projector during a lightning storm or when
30. 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 Vertical Press the Point Right button to show the information of the connected computer Current mode Adjusts clamp level When the image has dark bars try this adjustment Clamp Shows status Stored Free of the selected Mode Selected Mode Computer Adjustment Manual Go on to the next page Press the SELECT button to adjust the next item Press the MENU button to return to the previous On Screen Menu and store the adjusted value This arrow indicates that there are other items Select this item and press the Point Down button to go to the next item 36 Computer Input Select the resolution at the Display area dialog box Display area Adjusts the horizontal area displayed by this projector Press the Point Left Right button to decrease increase value Display area H Adjusts the vertical area displayed by this projector Press the Point Left Right button to decrease increase value Display area V Reset Store To store adjustment data select Store and press the Point Right button A dialog box wi
31. adjustment both Video and computer input can be selected See Image level adjustment p 29 39 for details Wall Mounting 43 Remote control This projector has two different remote control codes Code 1 initial code and Code 2 This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or video equipment together When operating the projector in Code 1 both the projector and the remote control must be switched to Code 1 To change the code of the projector Set the remote control code in the Setting Menu to Code 2 To change the code of the remote control Open the compartment lid on back of the remote control then you will find a white switch Slide it left or right to change the code of the remote control After changing the code make sure the remote control operates properly To return to the initial code Code 1 repeat the steps above For reducing power consumption as well as 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 30 seconds or more When 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 starts for 5 minutes When the count down time has elapsed the lamp will be turned off to cool itself down The POWER indicator is flashing red during this
32. ark part of the picture 3 Press the Point Up Down button to get to the next color Repeat 1 and 2 for each of R G B panels until lines of the picture are minimized 4 Press the Point Up Down button to get to the Check pattern screen and check adjustment 5 To close this screen press MENU 1 Adjust bright parts with the bright dialog 3 Then adjust Test pattern G and Test pattern B in the same way 2 Adjust dark parts with the dark dialog 4 Check adjustment with Check pattern screen 45 Maintenance and Cleaning The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector Check the state of the WARNING indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE WARNING flashing red TOP CONTROL Warning Indicator The projector is shut down and the WARNING indicator is flashing red When the temperature inside the projector exceeds the normal temperature the projector is automatically shut down to protect the inside of the projector The POWER indicator is flashing and the projector is being cooled down When the temperature inside the projector returns to normal the POWER indicator lights red and the projector can be turned on NOTE After the temperature inside the projector returns to normal the WARNING indicator still continues to flash When the projector is turned on again the WARNING indicator stops flashing Then check the items below
33. avily soiled use a small amount of mild detergent and finish with a 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 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 After removing the air filter from the projector as described above remove the replacement filter from the holder Holds the air filter with both hands and remove the replacement filter by pulling it up 1 2 When there is much dust and dirt on the air filter replace it with a new one following the steps below Install a new replacement filter and put the air filter back into the projector 3 Replacing the Air Filter Replacement Filter Install the replace ment filter securely Remove the replacement filter as shown this figure Holder 50 Maintenance and Cleaning When the life of the projection lamp of this projector draws to an end the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow If this indicator lig
34. ce 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 18 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 19 Check the WARNING indicator If the WARNING indicator lights red the projector cannot be turned on See Warning Indicator on page 45 Check the projection lamp See page 49 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 13 Check the projection lens to see if it needs cleaning See page 49 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
35. cinema Natural Video Dynamic Powerful Graphic User Image 1 4 p27 Image Adjust Menu adjusts Contrast Brightness Color Tint Color temp White balance R G B Sharpness Gamma Progressive Film Lamp mode Advanced menu Reset Store p28 29 Screen Menu sets the screen size from Full Full through Zoom Caption in 1 Caption in 2 Normal Normal through Natural wide 1 Natural wide 2 p30 31 Setting Menu changes various settings Language Keystone Blue back Display Background color Menu position Advanced menu Logo Capture Mounting Rear Power management Power off confirmation Remote control Lamp counter reset Factory default Cleaning Panel adjustment p41 44 Input Menu selects input source p32 PC System Menu selects computer system p33 Image Select Menu selects image level from Creative cinema Pure cinema Natural Video Dynamic Powerful Graphic User Image 1 4 p37 Image Adjust Menu adjusts Contrast Brightness Color temp White balance R G B Sharpness Gamma Lamp mode Advanced menu Reset Store p38 39 Screen Menu sets the size from Normal Full True Digital zoom p40 Setting Menu changes various settings Language Keystone Blue back Display Background color Menu position Advanced menu Logo Capture Mounting Rear Power management Power off confirmation Remote control Lamp counter reset Factory default Cleaning Panel adjustment p41 44 PC Ad
36. ction See page 51 for operation Lamp counter reset 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 next box appears Select Yes to acti vate it Factory default NOTE When Panel adjustment is selected Power management cannot be selected Cleaning This function is used to clean inside of the projector Using blower at the same time is more effective See p48 Press the SELECT button then the projected image is blacked out temporary whether input source is selected or not The fan starts to move automatically to help blowing the dust To restore to normal press any other buttons To cancel press any other button during the cleaning operation Panel adjustment This function is used to get the best picture reproduction of each of the R red G green and B blue LCD panels If proper adjustment is not made you might get vertical noise lines on the screen This function should be made about ten minutes after turning on the projector with any signals or without a signal Darker environment makes your adjustment more accurate The Test pattern screens appear in the order of red green blue Adjust each patterns as follows 1 Adjust Bright dialog to minimize vertical lines in the bright part of the picture 2 Adjust Dark dialog to minimize vertical lines in the d
37. e free Store Contrast Brightness Color temp Red Green Blue Gamma Store Normal Full True Digital zoom 0 31 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 High 31 31 31 31 31 31 7 7 User image 1 User image 2 User image 3 User image 4 Screen Quit Quit Yes No Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal Mid Reset Yes No Low 1 Low 2 Sharpness 7 7 Low 3 Image Adjust Background color Menu Position Lamp mode Advanced menu Bright mode Iris React image mode 1 React image mode 2 Theater black mode Gain R G B Offset R G B Gamma R G B On Off Advanced menu Ceiling Wall Cleaning Quit The same as Video Input Yes No Capture 0 127 Test pattern R Test pattern G Test pattern B Check pattern Panel adjustment User 56 Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V H Frequency below mentioned and less than 100 MHz of Dot Clock ON SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H Freq kHz V Freq Hz VGA 1 640 x 480 31 47 59 88 VGA 2 720 x 400 31 47 70 09 VGA 3 640 x 400 31 47 70 09 VGA 4 640 x 480 37 86 74 38 VGA 5 640 x 480 37 86 72 81
38. e next page 5 Lamp Replacement Handle Screw CAUTION 51 Maintenance and Cleaning Be sure to reset the lamp replace counter after the lamp is replaced When the lamp replace counter is reset the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting Turn the projector on press the MENU button and the On Screen Menu will appear Select the Setting Menu with the Point Up Down button and press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu Select the Lamp counter reset item and then press the SELECT button The message Lamp replace counter Reset is displayed Choose Yes and then press the SELECT button 1 2 Another confirmation dialog box appears and choose Yes to reset the Lamp replace counter 3 This projector uses a high pressure lamp which must be handled carefully and properly Improper handling may result in accidents injury or create a fire hazard Lamp lifetime may differ from lamp to lamp and according to the environment of use There is no guarantee of the same lifetime for each lamp Some lamps may fail or terminate their lifetime in a shorter period of time than other similar lamps If the projector indicates that the lamp should be replaced i e if the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights up replace 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
39. ent the hole cover from damaging 48 Maintenance and Cleaning Turn off the projector and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet Turn over the projector Put the projector on a soft cloth not to scratch the surface 1 2 The air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the surface of the optical elements inside the projector Should the air filters become clogged with dust particles it will reduce cooling fans effectiveness and may result in internal heat build up and adversely affect the life of the projector Clean the air filters according to the following steps below CAUTION Do not operate the projector with the air filter 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 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 image When the above symptoms are noticed contact your authorized dealer or service station for proper cleaning Cleaning the Air Filter Air Filter 2 Air Intake Vent Air Filter 1 Intake Vent Latch Air Filter 2 Pull the latches on both edges upward 3 Remove dust and dirt with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner
40. haust 7 Compliance AC Power Cord for the United Kingdom This cord is already fitted with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug Should the fuse need to be replaced an ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating marked thus If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted If a replacement fuse cover is required ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug i e red or orange Fuse covers are available from the Parts Department indicated in your User Instructions If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet it should be cut off and destroyed The end of the flexible cord should be suitably prepared and the correct plug fitted See Over WARNING A PLUG WITH BARED FLEXIBLE CORD IS HAZARDOUS IF ENGAGED IN A LIVE SOCKET OUTLET The Wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by t
41. he Digital zoom mode p40 w MENU button Opens or closes the On Screen Menu p22 u POWER ON OFF button Turns the projector on or off p19 4 NO SHOW button Turns the picture into black image p21 6 LAMP button Selects a lamp mode p29 39 2 IMAGE buttons Selects an Image Level p27 37 0 SELECT button Executes the item selected or to expand or compress image in the Digital zoom mode p40 q LIGHT button Lights the buttons on the remote control for about 10 seconds 0 r 3 u t INPUT buttons Selects input source p24 32 5 MY PICTURE button Displays the captured image p21 42 y KEYSTONE buttons Corrects keystone distortion p21 41 1 IMAGE ADJ button Displays the On Screen Menu of the Image Adjust Menu in a line and adjusts image level You can directly adjust an item p28 29 38 39 5 t o 1 6 y i i RESET button Resets to the previous figure When selecting main menu all the items will be reset When selecting sub menu the selected item will be reset This button works when selecting Image level adjustment Computer adjustment Manual Keystone and Digital zoom function o CANCEL button Goes back to the previous screen When there is no previous screen to go back displaying screen will disappear 2 12 Part Names and Functions To insure safe operation please observe the following precautions Use 2 AA UM3 or LR06 type alkaline batter
42. he safety earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red 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 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 EQUIPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE AC POWER CORD REQUIREMENT Federal Communication Commission Notice Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
43. hould be disconnected from AC outlet COMPU COMPUTER COMPONENT COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI Video Equipment Component Video Output Y Pb Cb Pr Cr Component Component Use a component cable option Connecting to Video Equipment Component Component Cable RCA x 3 NOTE See page 59 for ordering optional cables 17 Installation Connecting to Video Equipment RGB Scart RGB Scart Use a Scart VGA cable option COMPUTER COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI HDMI Video Equipment COMPUTER RGB Scart 21 pin Output Scart VGA Cable COMPUTER COMPUTER COMPONENT COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI HDMI Video Equipment HDMI HDMI Cable HDMI Use a HDMI cable option for HDMI Connecting to Video Equipment HDMI HDMI Video Output 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 59 for ordering optional cables 18 Installation COMPUTER COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI HDMI COMPUTER IBM compatible or Macintosh computer Monitor Out Connecting to a Computer Computer Analog Use a VGA cable option or a DVI VGA cable commercially available VGA Cable NOTE See page 59 for ordering optional cables NOTE When connecting the cable the power cords of both the projector and the external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet DVI VGA Cable 19 Bas
44. hts yellow replace the lamp with a new one promptly Follow these steps to replace the lamp Lamp Lamp Cover ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer When ordering a projection lamp give the following information to the dealer Model No of your projector PLV Z3 Replacement Lamp Type No POA LMP86 Service Parts No 610 317 5355 For continued safety replace with a lamp of the same type Do not drop a lamp or touch a glass bulb The glass can shatter and may cause injury Allow a projector to 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 and pull out the lamp by grasping the handle 1 3 Replace the lamp with a new one and tighten the 2 screws back into position Make sure that the lamp is set properly Replace the lamp cover and tighten the screw 4 Turn over the projector Loosen the screw with a screwdriver and remove the lamp cover 2 Connect the AC power cord to the projector and turn on the projector 6 Reset the Lamp replace counter See Lamp Replace Counter on th
45. ic Operation Connect the projector s AC power cord into an AC outlet and open the front cover Turn the Main On Off switch on and the POWER indicator flashes red in a moment and turns on red If the front cover is being closed the POWER indicator light orange Press the POWER ON OFF button on the top control or on the remote control The POWER indicator turns green and the cooling fans start to operate The preparation display appears on the screen and the count down starts A captured image can be used as the preparation display See Capture on page 42 2 3 Press the POWER ON OFF button on the top control or on the remote control and a message Power off appears on the screen The message is not displayed and the projector is turned off when the Power off confirmation function is off See the Setting Menu on page 43 Press the POWER ON OFF button again to turn off the projector The POWER indicator starts to flash red and it continues while the cooling fans are operating for about 60 seconds 1 2 TO MAINTAIN THE LIFE OF LAMP ONCE YOU TURN PROJECTOR ON WAIT AT LEAST 5 MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF DO NOT DISCONNECT AC POWER CORD WHILE COOLING FANS ARE RUNNING OR BEFORE POWER INDICATOR LIGHTS 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 d
46. ies Replace two batteries at the same time Do not use a new battery with a used battery Avoid contact with water or liquid Do not expose the remote control to moisture or 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 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 batteries into compartment Replace the compartment lid Two AA size batteries For correct polarity and be sure battery termi nals are in contact with pins in compartment 1 2 3 When the batteries of the remote control are replaced the remote control code automatically returns to the initial code Code 1 p43 Remote control 13 Installation Projection angle can be adjusted up to 11 8 degrees with the adjustable feet Lift the front of the projector and pull the feet lock latches on both sides of the projector 1 Adjustable Feet Feet Lock Latches Release the feet
47. 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 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 pieces of glass around the projector or coming out from the cooling air circulation holes Any broken shards found should be cleaned up carefully No one should check the inside of the projector except those who are authorized trained technicians and who are familiar with projector service Inappropriate attempts to service the unit by anyone especially those who are not appropriately trained to do so may result in an accident or injury caused by pieces of broken glass LAMP HANDLING PRECAUTIONS Lamp Replace Counter NOTE Do not reset the Lamp replace counter without implementation of lamp replacement Be sure to reset the Lamp replace counter only after replacing the lamp Lamp counter reset 52 Appendix Troubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance check the items below on
48. ion is provided Never push objects of any kind into this projector through 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 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 power company Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this projector where the cord may be damaged by persons walking on it Do not attempt to service this projector yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this projector from wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the projector c If the projector has been exposed to rain or water d If the projector does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage a
49. ipment and must be easily accessible For the U K To the AC outlet 200 240 V AC To the AC outlet 200 240 V AC 15 Installation The projection lens can be moved up down left and right with the manual lens shift function This function makes it easy to provide a projected image where you want V V uppermost W 1 2W Lens Shift Ring Left Right Turn the lens shift ring left right left right to move the lens leftward rightward 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 using the lens shift leftward or rightward to the limit the lens does not move to the limit upward or downward 16 Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Video S Video COMPU COMPUTER TER COMPONENT COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI Video Equipment S video Cable S VIDEO Output S VIDEO VIDEO Composite Video Output Video Cable RCA x 1 Video S video Use the supplied video cable or a s video cable not supplied NOTE When connecting the cable the power cords of both the projector and the external equipment s
50. isconnect 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 Projector Turning Off the Projector NOTE When the front cover is closed during operation the projector is automatically turned off in 5 seconds for safety Be sure to turn off the projector by pressing the POWER ON OFF button on the top control or on the remote control after use The projector cannot be turned on during the cooling period with the POWER indicator flashing red You can turn it on again after the POWER indicator lights red Do not use the projector for more than 24 hours continuously Turn off the projector at least once in 24 hours and give it a rest Continuous use may result in shortening the lamp lifetime This projector monitors internal temperature and automatically controls the running speed of the cooling fans If the WARNING indicator flashes or lights red see Warning Indicator on page 45 Complete peripheral connections with a computer VCR etc before turning on the projector See page 29 39 for Lamp mode Selected Input Source and Lamp Mode Lamp mode OFF ON Open the front cover Main On Off switch 20 Basic Operation Zoom Adjustment Focus Adjustment Move the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the projected picture focus
51. ish and half transparent Background color is transparent Menu position This function is used to change the position of the On Screen Menu Move it with the Point Up Down Left Right button and press the SELECT button to set it Select the Setting Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu Select an item with the Point Up Down button to set various settings 1 2 After selecting a language move the pointer to this icon and press the SELECT button to activate it This arrow indicates that there are other items Select this item and press the Point Down button to go to the next item NOTE While selecting Keystone press RESET button then the adjustment goes back to the factory default setting 42 Setting Ceiling Rear Mounting This function is used to select the way of setting the projector Off Cancels the selected way of setting Ceiling Used to project the image from a ceiling mounting the projector The picture is top bottom and left right reversed Wall Used to project the image from a wall hanging projector The picture is top bottom reversed Rear When this function is On the picture is left right reversed This function is used to project the image to a rear projection screen Capture This function is used to capture the image being projected and use it for a starting up display or interval of
52. just Menu selects Auto PC adj Fine sync Total dots Horizontal Vertical Current mode Clamp Display area Display area H Display area V Reset Mode free Store p34 36 24 Video Input Input Source Selection Video S Video Component1 2 HDMI Choose Input source by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or INPUT buttons on the remote control Direct Operation USER SETTING MY PICTURE COMPO 1 COMPO 2 LAMP MODE CLEAR DARK U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 LAMP S VIDEO VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI PC Top Control Remote Control INPUT buttons Press the VIDEO S VIDEO COMPO 1 COMPO 2 or HDMI button on the remote control according to video input SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT USER SETTING MY PICTURE COMPO 1 COMPO 2 LAMP MODE CLEAR DARK U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 LAMP S VIDEO VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI PC Remote Control INPUT buttons INPUT buttons VIDEO S VIDEO COMPO 1 COMPO 2 HDMI When video input signal is connected to the VIDEO jack select Video VIDEO When video input signal is connected to the S VIDEO jack select S video S VIDEO INPUT SELECT When video input signal is connected to the Y Pb Cb Pr Cr jacks select COMPO COMPO 1 2 When video input signal is connected to the HDMI termi nal select HDMI HDMI 25 Video Input Select the Input Source with the Point Up Down button and then press the Poin
53. ll appear and choose one of 5 modes and then press the SELECT button Resets adjustments to their factory default settings 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 select Mode free and press the Point Right button A dialog box will appear and choose one of 5 modes and then press the SELECT button This Mode has parameters being stored NOTE Display area and Display area H V cannot be selected when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV or 1080i HDTV is selected in the PC System Menu p33 Select Store to store adjust ment data Direct Operation with Remote control Pressing the RESET button on the remote control adjustments will reset to their factory settings LL LIGHT RESET MENU CANCEL SELECT RESET button 37 Computer Input Image Level Selection Select the Image Select Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 2 Choose the level that you want to select with the Point Up Down button and then press the SELECT button Image Select Menu Select an image level among Creative cinema Pure cinema Natural Video Dynamic Powerful Graphic User Image 1 4 by pressi
54. lock latches to lock the adjustable feet and rotate the adjustable feet to adjust the position and tilt 2 To retract the adjustable feet lift the front of the projector and pull and undo the feet lock latches Keystone distortion of the projected image can be adjusted by menu operation p21 41 3 CAUTION Tilt the projector within the adjustable range in order not to shorten the life of the lamp Proper angle should be taken See page 6 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 20 0 6 1m Refer to the figure and the table below for the screen size and the distance between the projector and the screen 40 100 150 200 154 116 76 31 Zoom max Zoom min 20 0 6 1m 15 1 4 6m 9 8 3 0m 3 9 1 2m Screen Size W x H mm 16 9 aspect ratio Zoom min 31 Zoom max 686 x 386 3 9 1 2m 40 884 x 497 5 2 1 6m 3 9 1 2m 100 2209 x 1244 13 1 4 0m 9 8 3 0m 150 3314 x 1866 19 3 5 9m 15 1 4 6m 200 4419 x 2489 20 0
55. lug it again to turn on the projector If the projector is turned off again disconnect the AC power cord and contact the dealer or the service center for service and checkup Do not leave the pro jector on It may cause electric shock or a fire hazard The projector is operating normally The projector is in the Power management mode The projector has been cooled down enough and the temperature returns to normal When turning on the projector the WARNING indicator stops flashing Check and clean the air filter Indicators and Projector Condition flashes red lights orange The front cover is closed flashes yellow The lamp does not light because malfunction occurs or the lamp life comes to an end 54 Appendix Menu Tree Auto PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL M PAL N Video Input Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i Creative cinema Pure cinema Natural User image 1 User image 2 User image 3 Image Select System 2 System 1 Image Adjust Brightness Color Tint Red Green Blue Sharpness Reset Store Gamma Progressive Color temp Input Go to System 1 Component 2 Go to System 2 Video Video S video Video Input Computer Input N A not applicable Component 1 Go to System 1 Go to System 2 User image 4 Lamp mode Screen Film Computer
56. n is provided to correct distor tion of the projected image allowing you to use the pro jector without locational constraints See page 21 and 41 The projector is equipped with HDMI terminal for con necting HDMI output from a video equipment Simple connection with digital equipment is offered through this terminal 3 Table of Contents TRADEMARKS Apple Macintosh and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc IBM VGA XGA and PS 2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Inc Windows and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Each name of corporations or products in the owner s manual is a trademark or a registered trademark of its respective corporation Basic Operation 19 Video Input 24 Computer Input 32 Setting 41 Appendix 52 Part Names and Functions 8 Front 8 Back 8 Bottom 8 Terminal 9 Top 10 Remote Control 11 Remote Control Operating Range 12 Remote Control Batteries Installation 12 Installation 13 Positioning the Projector 13 Adjustable Feet 13 Connecting the AC Power Cord 14 Moving the Lens 15 Connecting to Video Equipment Video S Video 16 Connecting to Video Equipment Component 16 Connecting to Video Equipment HDMI 17 Connecting to Video Equipment RGB Scart 17 Connecting to a Computer 18 Turning On the Projector 19 Turning Off the Projector 19 Zoom Adju
57. nd the message Auto is displayed in the PC System Menu icon When the image is not provided properly manual adjustment is required p35 36 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 52 Auto PC System Menu Select the PC System Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu Choose the system that you want to select with the Point Up Down button and then press the SELECT button 1 2 PC System Menu PC system can also be selected manually if some PC systems appear on the On Screen Menu User preset adjustment in Computer Adjustment Adjustment data can be stored in Mode 1 5 p35 36 Mode 1 Computer systems provided in the projector The projector chooses a proper system and displays it SVGA 1 Mode 1 and SVGA 1 are examples Computer System Selection Menu Operation 34 Computer Input The Auto PC adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync Total dots Horizontal and Vertical to conform to your computer This function can be operated as follows Select the PC Adjust Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 2 Choose the AUTO PC adj item and then press the SELECT button PC Adjust Menu Auto PC adj To store adjustmen
58. nd will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the projector to normal operation e If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or injury to persons Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projector ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the projector is in safe operating condition Voor de klanten in Nederland Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd Wanneer deze leeg zijn moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA NL 6 Safety Instructions CAUTION IN CARRYING OR TRANSPORTING THE PROJECTOR Do not drop or bump a projector otherwise damages or malfunctions may result When carrying a projector use a suitable carrying case Do not transport a projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case This may cause damage to a projector To transport a projector through a courier or transport service consult your dealer for best way Moving the Projector When moving the projector close the front cover and retract the adjustable feet to pre
59. ng the IMAGE buttons CLEAR DARK and U 1 4 buttons on the remote control Each time you press the DARK button Creative cinema Pure cinema Natural or Video can be selected These levels are suitable for a dark room Also each time you press the CLEAR button Dynamic Powerful or Graphic can be selected These levels are suitable for a bright room Direct Operation Menu Operation MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT USER SETTING COMPO 1 COMPO 2 CLEAR DARK U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 S VIDEO VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI Remote Control IMAGE buttons To enjoy contrasting 3D images in a dark room Creative cinema To enjoy images with quiet tone of colors without excess gradation in a dark room Pure cinema User preset images in the Image Adjust Menu p38 39 User image 1 4 To enjoy faithfully reproducted images without any control by the projector Suitable for a dark room Natural To enjoy sports or dramas from TV with contrasting clear images Suitable for a dark room Video To enjoy contrasting images in a bright room Dynamic To enjoy more contrasting powerful images in a bright room Powerful To enjoy graphic images such as game or PC screen in a bright room Graphic 38 Computer Input Image Level Adjustment Select the Image Adjust Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 2 Select an item with
60. ng video system and adjusts itself to optimize its performance When Video System is PAL M or PAL N select system manually Auto Video System Selection The projector automatically detects incoming video signal and adjusts itself to optimize its performance If the output signal of the video equipment and the input signal of the projector do not match you might not get the image with the best quality If the black part of the picture appears unclear too dark or too light try to select the input signal with HDMI setup in setting menu on page 43 Selected system HDMI AV System Menu HDMI 27 Video Input Select the Image Select Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 2 Choose the level that you want to select with the Point Up Down button and then press the SELECT button Image Select Menu Select an image level among Creative cinema Pure cinema Natural Video Dynamic Powerful Graphic User Image 1 4 by pressing the IMAGE buttons CLEAR DARK and U 1 4 buttons on the remote control Each time you press the DARK button Creative cinema Pure cinema Natural or Video can be selected These levels are suitable for a dark room Also each time you press the CLEAR button Dynamic Powerful or Graphic can be selected These levels are suitable for a bright room Image Level Selection Direct Operation Menu Operation MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMA
61. odor and so on while you are cleaning turn off and unplug the projector immediately then call the dealer you purchased it or service center NOTE The dust might not be taken away completely with these steps In that case contact the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center If the nozzle pulled off The nozzle has stoppers Put the stopper side of the nozzle in the blower Put the nozzle firmly in the blower until the stoppers become invisible When putting the nozzle in the blower hold the stopper side not to break the nozzle Make sure not to force the nozzle to pull off from the blower Stopper Hold the stopper side of the nozzle Pull the nozzle in till the stopper become invisible Pull the nozzle in the blower this way CAUTION PROHIBITED 47 Maintenance and Cleaning Press MENU button to display the On Screen Menu and select the Setting menu by pressing the Point Up Down button Then press Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 Turn over the projector then pull one of the hole covers upward gently 2 Put the blower nozzle in the hole 3 When finishing pull the blower out and put the hole cover back tightly 4 Turn over the projector again then press any button on the top control or on the remote control to cancel the Cleaning function 5 Put the hole covers back tightly after cleaning Clean with using the cleaning function in the Setting menu
62. perated when 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV or 1080i HDTV is selected in the PC System Menu p33 Digital zoom cannot be selected when 480i 575i 480p or 575p is selected in the PC System Menu p33 Digital zoom can not be selected when True is selected While selecting Digital zoom press CANCEL button then the message D Zoom disappear with keeping the screen size you have adjusted While selecting Digital zoom press RESET button then the adjustment goes back to the factory default setting This 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 is used Provides image to fit screen size Normal True Screen Menu Provides image in its original size When the original image size is larger than the screen size 1280 x 720 this projector enters D zoom mode automatically D zoom mode will be canceled after 10 seconds stop panning Provides an image to fit the horizontal size of the screen Screen Size Adjustment Select the Screen Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right but
63. 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 p11 To capture the image select Yes To cancel the Capture function select No To stop capturing in the middle press CANCEL button Capture NOTE A signal from a computer can be captured up to XGA 1024 x 768 If selecting 1280 x 1024 at Display area in the PC Adjust Menu p36 then the image cannot be captured A signal from video equipment can be captured except for 720p 1035i 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 If the Capture function fails to capture an image or cancel to capture in the middle the On Screen Menu returns to the Capture item If capturing a signal which is not able to be captured an exclamation mark appears and the function will not be available When you change the Image Level the Image Level of MY PICTURE also changes from which it was captured Logo This function decides what to be displayed when starting up Off count down only Default the factory set logo User the image you captured Advanced menu When this function is On Advanced menu in Image level
64. r From 31 to 31 Contrast Brightness This arrow indicates that there are other items Select this item and press the Point Down button to go to the next item Press the Point Left button to lighten color and the Point Right button to deepen color From 31 to 31 Press the Point Left Right 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 blue tone From 31 to 31 White balance Blue NOTE Tint cannot be selected when the video system is PAL SECAM PAL M or PAL N except for 575i Color and Tint cannot be selected when the input source is HDMI After adjusting any of the White balance Red Green or Blue the Color temp display will change to User Image Level Adjustment Press the Point Left Right button for Color temperature level that you want to select High Mid Low1 Low2 Low3 Color temp Press the SELECT button or Point Up Down button to adjust the next item Press the MENU button to return to the previous On Screen Menu and store the adjusted value Go on to the next page The level being selected
65. r and select Yes Press the Point Right button at this icon to store the value This arrow indicates that there are previous items Select this item and press the Point Up button to go to the previous item Direct Operation with Remote control Pressing the LAMP button on the remote control you can select the lamp mode Pressing the RESET button on the remote control adjustments will reset to their factory settings USER SETTING MY PICTURE COMPO 1 COMPO 2 LAMP MODE U 1 U 2 U 3 U 4 LAMP S VIDEO C 1 C 2 HDMI PC LAMP button LL LIGHT RESET MENU CANCEL SELECT RESET button This function allows you to change brightness of the screen Bright mode Normal brightness React image mode 1 The controlled brightness according with input signal React image mode 2 Less bright but quieter than React image mode 1 Theater black mode Lowers brightness and reduces the lamp power consumption 40 Computer Input This projector has a useful function to resize a projected screen When Digital zoom is selected the On Screen Menu disappears and the message D Zoom is displayed Press the SELECT button to expand the image And press the POINT UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT button s to pan the image The panning function can work only when the original image is larger than screen size 1280 x 720 Full Digital zoom NOTE This Screen Menu cannot be o
66. s may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions If such changes or modifications should be made you could be required to stop operation of the equipment Model Numbers PLV Z3 Trade Name Sanyo Responsible party SANYO FISHER COMPANY Address 21605 Plummer Street Chatsworth California 91311 Telephone No 818 998 7322 8 Part Names and Functions G B R Bottom Back 1 2 3 4 5Adjustable Feet 6 Lamp Cover 7 Air Intake Vent back and bottom 8 Air Filter 9 RGB Panel Cleaning Holes 8 5 7 6 1 Power Cord Connector 2 Main On Off Switch 3 Air Intake Vent 4
67. stment 20 Focus Adjustment 20 Keystone Adjustment 21 My Picture Function 21 No Show Function 21 On Screen Menu 22 Menus 23 Input Source Selection Video S Video Component1 2 HDMI 24 Video System Selection 26 Image Level Selection 27 Image Level Adjustment 28 Screen Size Adjustment 30 Input Source Selection 32 Computer System Selection 33 Computer Adjustment Auto 34 Computer Adjustment Manual 35 Image Level Selection 37 Image Level Adjustment 38 Screen Size Adjustment 40 Setting 41 Troubleshooting 52 Indicators and Projector Condition 53 Menu Tree 54 Compatible Computer Specifications 56 Technical Specifications 57 Dimensions 58 Configurations of Terminal 59 Optional Parts 59 Features and Design 2 Table of Contents 3 Safety Instructions 5 Compliance 7 Air Circulation 6 Installing the Projector in Proper Position 6 Moving the Projector 6 Maintenance and Cleaning 45 Warning Indicator 45 Cleaning the RGB panels 46 Cleaning the Air Filter 48 Replacing the Air Filter 49 Cleaning the Projection Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Cabinet 49 Lamp Replacement 50 Lamp Replace Counter 51 To the Owner 4 4 To the Owner CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING
68. t Right button to enter the sub menu Select Input source with the Point Up Down button and then press SELECT button 1 2 When video input signal is connected to the VIDEO jack select Video Video When video input signal is connected to the S VIDEO jack select S video S Video Menu Operation Input Source When video input signal is connected to the Y Pb Cb Pr Cr jacks select Component 1 2 COMPONENT 1 2 When video input signal is connected to the HDMI termi nal select HDMI HDMI 26 Video Input AV System Menu Video or S Video AV System Menu Component Select the AV System Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu Choose the system that you want to select with the Point Up Down button and then press the SELECT button 1 2 If the projector cannot reproduce proper video image it is necessary to select a specific broadcast signal format among PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL 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 automatically detects incomi
69. t data Adjustment parameters from 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 p33 See Store on page 36 NOTE The Auto PC adjust cannot be operated when 480i 575i 480p 575p 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV or 1080i HDTV is selected in the PC System Menu Computer Adjustment Auto Automatically adjusts Fine sync Total dots Horizontal and Vertical for the input signal from your computer This arrow indicates that there are other items Select this item and press the Point Down button to go to the next item 35 Computer Input Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi scan system of this projector This projector has Manual PC Adjustment to enable you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats The projector has 5 independent memory areas to memorize those parameters manually adjusted This enables you to recall the setting for a specific computer whenever you use it Select the PC Adjust Menu with the Point Up Down button and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub menu 1 2 Select an item with the Point Up Down button and press the Point Left Right button to adjust each item PC Adjust Menu Adjusts an image as necessary to eliminate flicker from the display Press the Point Left Right button to
70. the Point Up Down button and press the Point Left Right button to adjust the item Press the Point Left button to decrease contrast and the Point Right button to increase contrast From 31 to 31 Press the Point Left button to adjust image darker and the Point Right button to adjust image brighter From 31 to 31 Contrast Brightness Press the Point Left Right button to obtain better balance of contrast From 7 to 7 Gamma Press the Point Left button to soften the image and the Point Right button to sharpen the image From 7 to 7 Sharpness 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 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 Image Adjust Menu This arrow indicates that there are other item menus Press the SELECT button or Point Up Down button to adjust the next item Press the MENU button to return to the previous On Screen Menu and store the adjusted value See p38 NOTE After adjusting any of the White balance Red Green or Blue the Color
71. the projector with the Capture func tion You can also display the captured image whenever you want to with the MY PICTURE MY P button on the remote control See page 11 21 42 Lamp Mode Brightness of the projection lamp can be changed by setting The projector has the function to adjust the brightness according to an input signal for the best suit ed image See page 29 39 Short Zoom Lens This projector is equipped with Short Zoom Lens which allows you to enjoy 100 screen size in range of 9 8 3 0m to 13 1 4 0m Lens Shift The Lens Shift function gives you less limitation in posi tioning the projector You can use it at desired places without a distorted image 16 9 Wide Screen The projector is equipped with LCD panels 1280 x 720 resolution of 16 9 ratio so that you can project the image from component video signal such as a DVD play er and high definition TV in a full screen Advanced Picture Adjustment The projector provides additional function to reproduce professional like fine pictures Using the function details of the picture can be adjusted Wide Selection of Image Levels You can select an ideal image level suitable for the sur roundings or your desired picture quality See page 27 37 4 different your choices of images can also be stored See page 28 29 38 39 High Definition Multimedia Interface Keystone Adjustment Keystone distortion functio
72. ton to enter the sub menu Select an item with the Point Up Down button and press the Point Left Right button to set the screen size 1 2 Direct Operation with Remote control Pressing the SCREEN button on the remote control you can resize the projected screen MENU CANCEL SCREEN IMAGE ADJ SELECT SCREEN button 41 Setting Keystone Language The language used in the On Screen Menu is available in English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Russian Chinese Korean or Japanese Display This function decides whether to display On Screen Displays On shows all the On Screen Displays Off does not show On Screen Displays except On Screen Menu Power off message No signal message Wait a moment message Blue back When this function is On the projector produces a blue image while input signal is not detected Setting Menu Language When the image is distorted 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 21 Setting Menu position Background color This function is used to change the color of background in the On Screen Menu Default background color Background color is grayish and half transparent Background color is black
73. uality image though the projected image is small Full through Provides an image to fit the width of the screen by expanding the width of the image uniformly This function can be used to project a squeezed video signal at a wide video aspect ratio of 16 9 When your video equipment such as DVD has 16 9 output mode select 16 9 and select Full in this Screen Menu to provide better quality Full Screen Size Adjustment 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 bottom edges at a wide video aspect ratio of 16 9 Zoom Provides an image including a caption to fit the screen size 16 9 aspect ratio by expanding the height of the image uniformly Caption in 1 Provides an image at a normal video aspect ratio of 4 3 Normal Full Full through Zoom Racing is stimulating Let s enjoy it Racing is stimulating Let s enjoy it Caption in 1 Racing is stimulating Racing is stimulating Provides an compressed image including captions to fit the screen size 16 9 aspect ratio This function is useful for the caption with number of lines Caption in 2 Caption in 2 NOTE When Full through and Normal through are selected overscan cannot be selected in the Image Level Adjustment menu Normal 31
74. vent damage to the lens and cabinet When the projector is not in use for an extended period put it into a suitable case 20 20 Do not tilt the projector more than 20 degrees to either side 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 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 using or installing the projector the following precautions should be taken Do not put any flammable objects near the vent Keep the exhaust vent at least 1 5 50cm away from any objects Do not touch a peripheral part of the exhaust vent espe cially screws and metallic part This area will become hot while the projector is being used Do not put anything on the cabinet The materials put on the cabinet will not only get damaged but also cause fire hazard by heat Cooling fans are provided to cool down the projector This projector monitors internal temperature and control the run ning speed of the cooling fans Air Circulation Air Intake Vent Exhaust Vent Hot air ex

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