Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product LC-XB42 Eiki
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Multimedia Projector Owner's Manual LC-XB42 MODEL.
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) technology .
3 T able of Contents T rademarks Each name of corporations or products in this book is either a registered trademark or a trademark of its respective corporation. Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 T able of Contents . . . . . .
4 T o the Owner C A UT IO N: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT . REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THIS SYMBOL INDICA TES THA T DANGEROUS VOL T AGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT .
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.
6 Safety Instructions Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. T o ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent.
7 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Use the projector properly in specified positions. Improper positioning may reduce the lamp life and result in severe accident or fire hazard. This projector can project the picture upward, downward, or backward, perpendicular to the plane of the screen as shown in the figure below .
8 Compliance Federal Communications 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.
9 Kensington Security Slot This slot is for a Kensington lock used to deter theft of the projector . * Kensington is a registered trademark of ACCO Brands Corporation.
10 Part Names and Functions Rear T erminal ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑨ S-VIDEO IN Connect the S-VIDEO output signal from video equipment to this jack (p.17). ⑥ AUDIO IN Connect the audio output signal from video equipment connected to ⑤ or ⑨ to this jack.
1 1 Part Names and Functions T op Control ① ② ④ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ① LAMP REPLACE indicator Lights yellow when the projection lamp reaches its end of life (pp.57, 65). ⑦ w ARNING indicator – Lights red when the projector detects an abnormal condition.
12 Part Names and Functions T o ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions : – Do not bend, drop the remote control or expose the remote control to moisture or heat. – For cleaning, use soft dry cloth. Do not apply benzene, thinner , splay or any chemical material.
13 Part Names and Functions Adjustable Feet P o i n t th e r e m o t e co n t r o l t o w ar d t h e p r o j ec t o r ( I n f r a re d Remote Receiver) when pressing the buttons. Maximum operating range for the remote control is about 16.4'(5 m) and 60 degrees in front of the projector .
14 Positioning the Projector For projector positioning, see the figures below . The projector should be set perpendicularly to the plane of the screen. Notes: • The brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality . It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to obtain the best image.
15 Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200–240 V AC and it automatically selects the corr ect input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor .
16 Installation Connecting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cable (Mini D-sub 15 pin)* • Audio Cables (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector .
17 Installation Connecting to V ideo Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector .
18 Installation Connecting to Component V ideo Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables • Scart-VGA Cable • Component Cable • Component-VGA Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector .
19 The preparation display will disappear after 30 seconds. (See page 49 for Lamp control status.) Lamp control status T urning On the Projector Connect the projector ’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights red. Open the slide shutter (see pages 9,56).
20 TO MAINT AIN THE LIFE OF THE LAMP , ONCE YOU TURN THE PROJECTOR ON, WAIT A T LEAST FIVE MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF . “Power off?” disappears after 4 seconds. T urning Off the Projector Press the POWER ON/ST AND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and “Power off?” appears on the screen.
21 Basic Operation How to Operate the On-Screen Menu Use the Point ◄► buttons to select a Menu icon. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select an item in the selected menu. Press the SELECT button to show the item data. Use the Point ◄► buttons to adjust the values.
22 Menu Bar For detailed functions of each menu, see “Menu T ree” on pages 63-64. Basic Operation PC System Menu Used to select computer system. (p.28) Image Adjust Menu Used to adjust computer image. [Contrast / Brightness / Color temp. / White balance (R/G/B)/ Sharpness / Gamma] (pp.
23 Basic Operation Rotate the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Zoom and Focus Adjustment If a projected picture still has keystone distortion afte.
24 Sound Adjustment 1 2 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ◄► buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Sound Menu icon. Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the top control or on the remote control to adjust the volume.
25 Basic Operation Basic Operation Remote Control Operation Using the remote control for some frequently used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to make the desired operation quickly without calling up the On-Screen Menu.
26 Basic Operation black out the captured image normal • • • • • Press the NO SHOW button on the remote control to black out the image. T o restore to normal, press the NO SHOW button again or press any other button. When a projected image is captured and set as “User” in the Logo selection (p.
27 Computer Input Choose either Computer 1 or Computer 2 by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or press the COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below .
28 Computer Input The Auto PC Adjustment function operates to adjust the projector . PC System Menu The PC System Menu icon Selected system is displayed. Systems in this dialog box can be selected. PC System Menu Customized Mode (1–5) set in the PC Adjust Menu (pp.
29 Computer Input Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, T otal dots, Horizontal and V ertical positions to conform to your computer . Move the red frame pointer to Auto PC Adj. and press the SELECT button. “Please wait.
30 Computer Input PC Adjust Menu Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-scan system of this projector . Manual PC Adjustment enables you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats.
31 Computer Input V acant Val u e s o f “ T o t a l d o t s ” , “Horizontal”, “V ertical”, “Display area H”, and “Display area V”. Close this dialog box. T o store adjusted data T o clear adjusted data This Mode has stored parameters.
32 Computer Input Move the red frame pointer to t h e d e s i r e d i m ag e m o d e a n d press the SELECT button. The selected image mode is check marked. Image Select Menu Normal picture mode preset on the projector . Standard Picture mode with improved halftone for graphics.
33 Computer Input Use the Point ◄► buttons to adjust the setting value. Move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button. Image Adjust Menu Image Adjust Menu icon Selected Image mode Image Adjustment Reset Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.
34 Computer Input Store Exit the Image Adjust Menu. Quit Store icon T o store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select one from Image 1 to 4 and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Y es].
35 Computer Input Select Digital zoom +. The On-Screen Menu disappears and “D. zoom +” appears. Press the SELECT button to expand the image size. Use the Point ▲▼◄► butto ns t o p an t he image. The Panning function can work only when the image is larger than the screen size.
36 Input Source Selection (V ideo, S-video) V ideo Input C h oo s e V i d eo by p r e s s in g t h e I N P U T b u t t o n o n t h e t o p control or the VIDEO button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below .
37 V ideo Input Choose Computer 2 by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or press the COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through Menu operation as described below .
38 V ideo Input V ideo System Selection Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ◄► buttons to move the red frame pointer to the A V System Menu icon.
39 V ideo Input Move the red frame pointer to the desired image mode and press the SELECT button. The selected image mode is check marked. Image Select Menu Standard Cinema Blackboard(Green) For viewing with the user preset image mode in the Image Adjust Menu (pp.
40 V ideo Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ◄► buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ▲ ▼ buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box.
41 V ideo Input Use the Point ◄► buttons to adjust the gamma value to obtain a better balance of contrast (from 0 to 15). Gamma Press the Point ◄ button to decrease the sharpness of the image; press the Point ► button to increase the sharpness of the image (from 0 to 15).
42 V ideo Input This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Normal Screen Size Adjustment Screen Menu Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ◄ ► buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Screen Menu icon.
43 Language The language used in the On-Screen Menu is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Hungarian, Romanian, Russian, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Set the red frame pointer to the item and press the SELECT button.
44 Setting Display Blue back When this function is “On,” a blue image is displayed while the input signal is not detected. Keystone This function is used to store or reset the keystone correction when the AC power cord is unplugged. Use the Point ◄► buttons to switch between each option.
45 Setting Select [Y es] to capture the projected image. Select [Y es] to stop capturing. Capture Logo (Logo and Logo PIN code lock settings) Logo select This function allows you to customize the screen logo with Logo select, Capture, and Logo PIN code lock functions.
46 Logo PIN code lock Setting This function prevents an unauthorized person from changing the screen logo. Off ............ The screen logo can be changed freely from the Logo Menu (p.45). On ............ The screen logo cannot be changed without a Logo PIN code.
47 Setting Ceiling Rear Ceiling When this function is set to “On,” the picture will be top/ bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling-mounted projector . Rear When this function is set to “On,” the picture will be left/right reversed.
48 Setting Power management T ime left before Lamp is off. Power management For reducing power consumption as well as maintaining the lamp life, the Power management function turns off the projection lamp when the projector is not operated for a certain period.
49 Setting This function allows you to change brightness of the screen. Auto ........... The brightness according to the input signal (between High and Eco mode). High ........... Brighter than the Normal mode. Normal ....... Normal brightness Eco ...
50 Setting Key lock Key lock Security (Key lock and PIN code lock) PIN code lock PIN code lock This function locks the top control and remote control buttons to prevent operation by unauthorized persons. ..... Unlocked. ..... Lock the operation of the top control.
51 Setting Change the PIN code lock setting Use the Point ◄► buttons to switch between the options. Use the Point ◄► buttons to select Off, On1, or On2 and then move the pointer to “Quit” with the Point ▼ button. Press the SELECT button to close the dialog box.
52 This function provides the following options in the cooling fans’ operation when the projector is turned off (p.20). L1 ...... Normal operation L2 ...... Slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L1), but it takes more time to cool the projector down.
53 Setting Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the user logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, lamp counter , and filter counter to the factory default settings. Exit the Setting Menu. Quit Select [Y es] to activate it.
54 The W ARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector . Check the state of the W ARNING indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. w arning Indicator The projector is shut down and the w ARNING indicator is blinking red.
55 Maintenance and Cleaning T urn off the projector , and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. T urn the projector over and remove the filters by pulling the latches upward. 1 2 Filters prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector .
56 Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Projector Cabinet Cleaning the Projection Lens Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning. Gently wipe the projection lens with a cleaning cloth that contains a small amount of non-abrasive camera lens cleaner , or use a lens cleaning paper or commercially available air blower to clean the lens.
57 Maintenance and Cleaning When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen and LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow . Replace the lamp with a new one promptly . The timing when the LAMP REPLACE indicator should light is depending on the lamp mode.
58 Maintenance and Cleaning 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 life may differ from lamp to lamp and according to the environment of use.
59 Problem: – Solutions No power – Plug the power cord of the projector into the AC outlet. – See if the POWER indicator lights red. – Wait until the POWER indicator stops blinking to turn on the projector again. The projector can be turned on after the POWER indicator turns red.
60 Appendix No image – Check the connection between your computer or video equipment and the projector . (See pages 16-18) – See if the input signal is correctly output from your computer . Some laptop computers may need to change the setting for monitor output when connecting to a projector .
61 Appendix The image is distorted or runs off. – Check "PC adjustment" menu or "Screen" menu and adjust them. (see pages 29,30, 34,35) PIN code dialog box appears – PIN code lock is being set. Enter a PIN code (the “1234” or numbers at start-up.
62 w ARNING : 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 . Specify the model number and explain about the problem.
63 Appendix Menu T ree SVGA 1 Mode 1 Mode 2 - - - - Auto PC Adj. T otal dots Horizontal V ertical Display area H Display area V Reset Dynamic Real Blackboard (Green) Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image Adjust Contrast Brightness Color temp.
64 Appendix Auto P AL SECAM NTSC NTSC 4.43 P AL-M P AL-N Video Input Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i Dynamic Cinema Blackboard (Green) Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Quit Normal 0–63 0–63 Off S.
65 Check the indicators for projector condition. • • • green. • • • red • • • off • • • blinks green. When the projection lamp reaches its end of life, the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow . When this indicator lights yellow , replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly .
66 Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V -, H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock for analog signal. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited.
67 Appendix T echnical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector T ype Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 334 mm x 78 mm x 262 mm (Not including protrusion) Net Weight 3.6 kg Feet Adjustment 0˚ to 8.9˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel System 0.
68 Model No. COMPONENT -VGA Cable : AH-98771 SCART -VGA Cable : AH-98881 The parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, specify the item name and Model No.
69 T erminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN SERVICE PORT CONNECT OR R X D ----- ----- GND ----- ----- ----- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COMPUTER IN 1 /COMPUTER IN 2 /COMPONENT IN /MONITOR OUT (ANALOG) T erminal: Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) 5 1 2 3 4 10 9 6 7 8 15 14 13 11 12 Configurations of T erminals Red (R/Cr) Input/ R Output Ground (Horiz.
70 Appendix Write down the PIN code number in the column below and keep it with this manual securely . If you forgot or lost the number and unable to operate the projector , contact the service station.
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