Eiki Projector Lc Xa20 User Manual

							
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Part Names and FunctionsPart Names and Functions
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o
!3
r
!4
!2
!0
qw
Remote Control
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i
!5
!1
q POWER ON/STAND-By button 
 Turn the projector on or off. (p.18, 19)
w VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source. (p.3, 34)
e COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source. (p.3, 5, 35)
r MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu. (p0)
u D .ZOOM ed buttons Zoom in and out the images. (p.4, 33)
!4 AUTO PC button A u t o m a t i c a l l y  a d j u s t  t h e  c o m p u t e r  i m a g e  t o  i t s optimum setting. (p.4, 7)
!3 IMAGE button Select the image level. (p.4, 30, 37)
i FREEZE button Freeze the picture. (p.3) 
!1 MUTE button Mute the sound. (p.3)
!2 P-TIMER button Operate the P-timer function. (p.4)
o NO SHOW button Temporarily turn off the image on the screen. (p.4)
!5 KEySTONE button Correct the keystone distortion. (p., 41)
t Point ed 7 8 (VOLUME + / –) buttons – Select an item or adjust the value in the On-                   Screen Menu. (p.0) – Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode. (p.33) – Adjust the volume level. (Point 7 8 buttons) (p.3)
y SELECT button – Execute the selected item. (p.0) – Expand or compress the image in Digital zoom        mode. (p.33)
!0 LAMP CONTROL button Select the lamp mode. (p.4, 47)
To  ensure  safe  operation,  please  observe  the  following precautions:– Do  not  bend,  drop  or  expose  the  remote  control  to moisture or heat.– F o r  c l e a n i n g ,  u s e  s o f t  d r y  c l o t h .  D o  n o t  a p p l y benzene, thinner, splay or any chemical material.
Part Names and Functions 
						

							
Part Names and Functions
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To insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions:
 ● Use two () AA or LR6 type alkaline batteries.
 ● Always replace batteries in sets.
 ● 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  the  battery  has  leaked  on  the  remote  control,  carefully  wipe  the  case  clean  and  install 
new batteries.
 ● Risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 
 ● Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Open the battery compartment lid.Install new batteries into the compartment.Replace the compartment lid.
Two AA size batteriesFor correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in the compartment.
Remote Control Battery Installation
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P o i n t  t h e  r e m o t e  c o n t r o l  t o w a r d  t h e p r o j e c t o r  ( I n f r a r e d  R e m o t e  R e c e i v e r ) w h e n  p r e s s i n g  a n y  b u t t o n .    M a x i m u m operating  range  for  the  remote  control  is about  16.4'  (5  m)  and  60°  in  front  of  the projector.
Operating Range
AvantiLC-XA20
16.4'(5 m)
Remote control60° 
						

							
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Installation
✔ Note: • 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.
 • The values shown below are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. 
Positioning the Projector
A
B
3.6' (9.9 m)
1.7' (6.6 m)
16.3' (5.0 m)
10.8' (3.3 m)
A : B  =  6 : 1(Inch Diagonal)
4.3' (1.3 m)
For  projector  positioning,  see  the  figures  below.   The  projector  should  be  set  horizontally  to  the  flat screen. 
(Center)
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Projection  angle  can  be  adjusted  up  to  10.0  degrees with the adjustable foot. 
P r e s s  t h e  F o o t  L o c k  L a t c h  u p w a r d  t o  r e l e a s e  t h e adjustable  foot.    At  the  desirable  angle,  release  the latch  to  lock  the  adjustable  foot.    Rotate  the  adjustable foot from side to side for fine adjust.
Keystone  distortion  of  the  projected  image  can  be corrected by menu operation. (p., 41)
Adjustable Foot
Foot Lock Latch(Press upward)
Adjustable Foot
Screen Size(W x H) mm4 : 3 aspect ratio
Throw distance
40"
813 x 610
4.3' (1.3 m)
100"
03 x 154
10.8' (3.3 m)
150"
3048 x 86
16.3' (5.0 m)
00"
4064 x 3048
1.7' (6.6 m)
300"
6096 x 457 
3.6' (9.9 m)
40"
100"
150"
00"
300" 
						

							
To the AC outlet.(200 - 240 V AC)
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This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240 V AC and it automatically selects the correct input  voltage.    It  is  designed  to  work  with  single-phase power  systems  having  a  grounded  neutral  conductor.  To  reduce  the  risk  of  electrical  shock,  do  not  plug  into any other type of power system.If  you  are  not  sure  of  the  type  of  power  being  supplied, consult your authorized dealer or service station.Connect  the  projector  with  all  peripheral  equipment before  turning  the  projector  on.  (See  pages  15-17  for connection.) 
Connecting the AC Power Cord
Connect  the AC  power  cord  (supplied)  to  the projector.The  AC  outlet  must  be  near  this  equipment and must be easily accessible.
To power cord connector on your projector.
Projector side
Ground
To the AC outlet.(120 V AC)To the AC outlet.(200 - 240 V AC)
  CAUTION
For  safety,  unplug  the  AC  power  cord  when  the  projector  is not in use.  When this projector is connected to an outlet with the  AC  power  cord,  it  is  in  Stand-by  mode  and  consumes  a little electric power.
NOTE ON THE POWER CORD
AC power cord must meet requirements of the country where you use the pr\
ojector.Confirm the 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.
For Continental EuropeFor the U.K.For the U.S.A. and Canada
AC outlet side 
						

							
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Connecting to a Computer
Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin)  (Only one cable is supplied.)• Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo)( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.)
Installation
External Audio Equipment
VGA cable  
Audio cable (stereo)
Audio cable  (stereo)
Audio Output
COMPONENT/COMPUTERAUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT (stereo)
Audio InputMonitor Output
COMPUTER IN  /S-VIDEO IN/COMPONENT IN 
✔ Note: • Input  sound  to  the  COMPONENT/COMPUTER AUDIO IN terminal when using the COMPUTER IN /S-VIDEO IN/COMPONENT IN terminal as input.
 • W h e n  c o n n e c t i n g  t h e  A U D I O  O U T  t o  e x t e r n a l audio  equipment,  the  projector's  built-in  speaker  is disconnected.
 • See page 63 for ordering optional cables.
U n p l u g   t h e   p o w e r   c o r d s   o f both  the  projector  and  external equipment  from  the  AC  outlet before connecting cables. 
MONITOR OUT 
Monitor Input
VGA cable   
						

							
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Connecting to Video Equipment
Cables used for connection• Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-Video Cable• S-Video-VGA Cable • Audio Cables (RCA X 2, Mini Plug: stereo) ( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.)
✔ Note: •   When  connecting  AUDIO  OUT  to  external  audio e q u i p m e n t ,  t h e  p r o j e c t o r ’ s  b u i l t - i n  s p e a k e r  i s disconnected.
 •   See page 63 for ordering optional cables.
Unplug  the  power  cords  of  both  the  projector a n d  e x t e r n a l  e q u i p m e n t  f r o m  t h e  A C  o u t l e t before connecting cables. 
External Audio Equipment
VIDEO INS-VIDEO
S-Video-VGA cable  
Video and Audio cable  
Composite Video and Audio OutputS-Video Output
AUDIO IN
Audio Input
AUDIO OUT (stereo)
(R)(L)
(R)(L)(Video)
(Video)
S-Video cable  
Audio cable  
(R)(L)
(R)(L)
Audio cable   
						

							
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Installation
Connecting to Component Video Equipment
Cables used for connection • Audio Cables (Mini Plug :stereo)  • Scart-VGA Cable  • Component Cable  • Component-VGA Cable  ( Not all the cables are supplied with this projector.)
External Audio Equipment
COMPUTER IN /S-VIDEO IN/COMPONENT IN   
COMPONENT/ COMPUTERAUDIO IN
Audio cable   (stereo)
Audio cable  (stereo)
Audio Input
Component Video Output(Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr)RGB Scart 1-pin OutputAudio Output
Scart-VGA cable  Component-VGA cable 
 
AUDIO OUT (stereo)
Component cable  
✔ Note: • When  connecting  AUDIO  OUT  to  external  audio e q u i p m e n t ,  t h e  p r o j e c t o r ' s  b u i l t - i n  s p e a k e r  i s disconnected.
 • See page 63 for ordering optional cables.
Unplug  the  power  cords  of  both  the  projector a n d  e x t e r n a l  e q u i p m e n t  f r o m  t h e  A C  o u t l e t before connecting cables.  
						

							
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Connect  the  projector's AC  power  cord  into  an AC outlet.  The POWER indicator becomes red.  Open  the  Lens  Shutter  by  sliding  the  Lens  Shutter Lever.(see page 8)
Press  the  POWER  ON/STAND-BY  button  on  the top  control  or  on  the  remote  control.    The  POWER indicator  becomes  green  and  the  cooling  fans  start to operate.  The preparation display appears on the screen and the count down starts.
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4After  the  countdown,  the  input  source  that  was selected  the  last  time  and  the  Lamp  mode  status icon (see page 47) appears on the screen.
If the projector is locked with a PIN code, PIN code Input  Dialog  Box  appears.    Enter  the  PIN  code  as instructed below. 
Complete  peripheral  connections  (with  a  computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector.
Turning On the Projector
To Enter a PIN code
Select  a  number  by  pressing  the  Point ed  buttons, and  then  press  the  Point 8 button  to  fix  the  number and  move  the  pointer.   The  number  changes  to  "✳".    If you  fixed  an  incorrect  number,  move  the  pointer  to  the number  you  want  to  correct  by  pressing  the  Point 7 button, and then select the correct number by pressing the Point ed buttons.
R e p e a t  t h i s  s t e p  t o  c o m p l e t e  e n t e r i n g  a  f o u r - d i g i t number. "134" is set as the initial PIN code at the factory.
After  entering  the  four-digit  number,  move  the  pointer to  "Set"  by  pressing  the  Point 8 button.    Press  the SELECT  button  so  that  you  can  start  to  operate  the projector.
If  you  entered  an  incorrect  PIN  code,  "PIN  code"  and the  number  (✳✳✳✳)  turns  red.    Enter  the  PIN  code  all over again.
What is PIN code?
PIN  (Personal  Identification  Number)  code  that  allows t h e  p e r s o n  w h o  k n o w s  i t  t o  o p e r a t e  t h e  p r o j e c t o r. Setting  a  PIN  code  prevents  unauthorized  use  of  the  projector. 
A PIN code consists of a four-digit number. Refer to the PIN  code  lock  function  in  the  Setting  on  pages  48  and 49  for  locking  operation  of  the  projector  with  your  PIN code.
CAUTION ON HANDLING PIN CODEIf you forget your PIN code, the projector can no longer be started.  Set a new PIN code with special care, write it down in column on page 65 of this manual, and keep it at hand.  Should the PIN code be missing or forgotten, consult your dealer or service center.
The preparation display disappears after 30 seconds.
(See page 47 for Lamp mode.)
Selected Input Source and Lamp Mode
Lamp mode
After the OK icon disappears, you can operate the projector.
PIN Code Input Dialog Box
✔ Note: • When the Input Search function is set on  On1  or  On ,  the  input  signal  will be searched automatically (p.45) 
  • When  the  Logo  select  function  is  off, the  logo  is  not  shown  on  the  screen. (p.4)
 • When  the  "Countdown  off"  or  "Off" is  selected  in  the  Display  function, the  countdown  is  not  shown  on  the screen. (p.4)
 • D u r i n g  t h e  c o u n t d o w n  p e r i o d ,  a l l operations are invalid.
 • I f  t h e  c o r r e c t  P I N  c o d e  n u m b e r  i s not  input  for  three  minutes  after  the PIN  code  dialog  box  appeared,  the projector is turned off automatically.
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P r e s s  t h e  P O W E R  O N / S TA N D - B Y  b u t t o n  o n the  top  control  or  on  the  remote  control,  and  a message "Power off?" appears on the screen.
Press  the  POWER  ON/STAND-BY  button  again to  turn  off  the  projector.    The  POWER  indicator starts  to  blink  red,  and  it  continues  while  the cooling  fans  are  operating  for  about  90  seconds.  (You  can  select  the  level  of  fan  quietness  and rotation speed.  See page 50.)   At  this  time  you  can  disconnect  the  AC  power cord even if the fans are still running.
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2
TO MAINTAIN THE LIFE OF THE LAMP, ONCE YOU TURN THE  PROJECTOR  ON,  WAIT AT  LEAST  FIVE MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF.
3When  the  projector  has  cooled  down  enough  to 
be  turned  on  again,  the  POWER  indicator  lights 
red.  
Turning Off the Projector
Basic Operation
✔ Note:
 • When  the  On  start  function  is  on,  this  projector is  turned  on  automatically  by  connecting  the  AC power cord to an AC outlet. (p.47)
 • Do not operate the projector continuously without rest.    Continuous  use  may  result  in  shortening the  lamp  life.    Turn  off  the  projector  and  give  it  a rest about an hour in every 4 hours.
 • The  running  speed  of  cooling  fans  is  changed according to the temperature inside the projector.
 •   Do  not  put  the  projector  in  a  case  before  the projector is cooled enough.
 • If  the  WARNING  indicator  blinks  or  emits  a  red light, see "Warning Indicator" on page 51.
 • While  the  POWER  indicator  is  blinking,  lamp is  being  cooled  down  and  the  projector  cannot be  turned  on.    Wait  until  the  POWER  indicator becomes red to be turned on again.
The message disappears after 4 seconds. 
						

							
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How to Operate the On-Screen Menu
The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Menu.    Refer  to  the  following  pages  regarding  each adjustment and setting procedures.
Press  the  Point 7  8  buttons  to  select  a  Menu  icon to  adjust  and  press  the  Point ed  buttons  to  select an item to adjust.
Press  the  SELECT  button  to  show  the  item  data.  To  adjust  the  data,  press  the  Point 7  8  buttons.  Refer to the following pages for each adjustment.
To  close  the  On-Screen  Menu,  press  the  MENU button again.
Press  the  MENU  button  to  display  the  On-Screen Menu.
✔ Note:   The  selected  item  is  not  active  until  the  SELECT button is pressed.
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Top Control
MENU button
SELECT button
SELECT button
POINT buttons
Remote Control
MENU button
Menu barPointer(red framed )
Menu icon
Item dataPress the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value.
SELECT button
Pointer (red framed )Press the Point ed buttons to move the pointer.
Item
On-Screen Menu
QuitExit this menu.