Samsung Sp L20 User Manual

							SP-L201 SP-L221 SP-L251
LCD Projector
Owner’s Instructions
The color and the appearance may differ depending on the 
product, and the specifications are subject to change 
without prior notice to improve the performance.
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							Table Of Contents
MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before You Start  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-1
Care and Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-2
Safety Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-3
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
Package Contents   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-1
Installing the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-2
Leveling with Adjustable Feet    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-3
Zoom and Focus Adjustment   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-4
Screen Size and Projection Distance    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-5
Lamp Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-6
Rear Side  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-7
Setting up the PC Environment   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-8
Supported Display Modes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-9
Connecting the Power  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-10
Connecting with a PC   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-11
Connecting a PC using an HDMI/DVI cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-12
Connecting an External Monitor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-13
Connecting an HDMI-Compatible Device  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-14
Connecting an AV device using a D-Sub cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-15
Connecting an AV device with component output  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-16
Connecting using a Video/S-Video cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-17
Connecting an External Speaker   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-18
Kensington Lock   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2-19
USING
Product Features   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-1
Front, Upper   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-2
Remote Control   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-3
LED Indications   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3-4
Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display)   . . . .  3-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Requesting Service   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-1
MORE INFORMATION
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5-1
RS-232C Command Table   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5-2
Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5-3
Correct Disposal - Europe only  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5-4
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							1 Major Safety Precautions
1-1 Before You Start
Icons used in this manual
Using this Manual
• Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product.
• If a problem occurs, refer to the Troubleshooting section.
Copyright Notice
The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvement.
Copyright © 2009 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
The copyright of this manual is reserved by Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written 
permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
ICONNAMEMEANING
Caution Indicates cases where the function may not work or the setting may be canceled.
Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function.
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							1-2 Care and Maintenance
Cleaning the Surface and the Lens
Cleaning Inside the ProjectorClean the projector using a soft dry cloth.
• Avoid cleaning the product with a flammable substance such as 
benzene or thinner.
• Avoid scratching the lense with your fingernails or a sharp 
object. 
This may result in scratches or damage to the product.
• Avoid cleaning the product with a wet cloth or by directly 
spraying water onto the product.
If water enters the product, it may result in fire, electric shock, or 
a problem with the product.
• A white stain may appear on the surface of the projector if water 
gets on it.
 The appearance and the color may differ depending on 
models.
 
For cleaning the interior of the projector, contact a Service Center.
• Contact a Service Center if dust or other substances are inside 
the projector. 
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							Major Safety Precautions1-3
1-3 Safety Precautions
Icons used for safety precautions
Meaning of Signs
Power Related 
 The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries. 
Warning
ICONNAMEMEANING
WarningFailing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or even 
a fatality.
CautionFailing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or 
property damage.
Do not perform.Must be followed. 
Do not disassemble. The power plug must be unplugged from the 
wall outlet. 
Do not touch.Must be grounded to prevent electric shock. 
Plug the power plug in firmly.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire.Avoid connecting multiple electric appli-
ances to a single wall outlet.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to 
overheating of the wall outlet.
Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug 
or a loose power outlet.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric 
shock or fire.Avoid bending or twisting the power cord 
excessively and avoid placing heavy 
objects on the cord.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric 
shock or fire due to a damaged power 
cord.
Avoid plugging in or unplugging the power 
supply with wet hands.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric 
shock.To move the product, turn the power off 
and unplug the power cord and any other 
wires connected to the product.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric 
shock or fire due to the damaged 
power cord.
Make sure to connect the power cord to a 
grounded wall outlet (for insulation class 1 
equipment only). 
• Otherwise, it may result in electric 
shock or injury.
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							1-3Major Safety Precautions
Caution
Installation Related 
Warning
When unplugging the power plug from the 
wall outlet, make sure to hold the power 
plug by the plug and not by the cord. 
• Failing to do so may result in electric 
shock or fire. Do not turn the product on or off by plug-
ging or unplugging the power plug. (Do not 
use the power plug as a power switch.)
Unplug the power plug before cleaning the 
product.
• There is a danger of electric shock or 
fire. Keep the power cord away from sources of 
heat.
Connect the power plug to a wall outlet 
that can be easily reached. 
• When a problem occurs with the 
product, you must unplug the power 
plug to cut the power off completely. 
You cannot cut the power off 
completely using only the power button 
on the product. 
Avoid installing the product in a location 
exposed to direct sunlight and installing 
the product near a heat source such as a 
fire or heater.
• This may shorten the product life cycle 
or cause fire.Avoid installing the product in a badly-ven-
tilated location such as inside a bookshelf 
or closet.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to 
internal overheating.
When installing the product in a cabinet or 
shelf, take care so that the front end of the 
product is completely supported by the 
cabinet or shelf.
• Failing to do so may result in the 
product falling and resulting in damage 
to the product or injury.
• Make sure to use a cabinet or shelf 
suitable to the size of the product.When installing the product on a console 
or shelf, make sure that the front of the 
product does not protrude out of the con-
sole or shelf.
• Otherwise, this may cause the product 
to fall off and result in a malfunction or 
injury.
Keep the power cord away from heaters. 
• The coating of the power cord may 
melt and cause electric shock or fire. When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug 
the power cord.
• Failing to do so may result in electric 
shock or fire.
Do not install the product in a location 
exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, 
smoke or water (rain drops) and do not 
install it in a vehicle.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.Do not install the product in areas with 
heavy dust.
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Caution
Usage Related
Take care not to block the vent with a table 
cloth or curtain.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to 
internal overheating.Do not let the product drop while moving it. 
• This may result in a problem with the 
product or injury. 
When putting the product down, place it 
gently.
• Failing to do so may result in a problem 
with the product or injury. Do not install the product at a height where 
children may reach it.
•  If a child touches the product, the 
product may fall and this may result in 
injury. 
Avoid inserting metal objects such as a 
chopsticks, coins or hairpins, or inflamma-
ble objects into the product (the vents, 
ports, etc).
• If water or an alien substance enters 
the product, turn the power off, unplug 
the power cord and contact a service 
center.
• Otherwise, it may result in a problem 
with the product, electric shock or fire.Do not let children place objects such as 
toys or cookies on the product. 
• If a child tries to reach for any of these 
objects, the product may fall and cause 
harm. 
Do not disassemble, or attempt to fix or 
modify the product.
• When the product requires repairs, 
contact a Service Center. Do not look directly at the light of the lamp 
nor project the picture into someones 
eyes. 
• This is dangerous, especially for 
children.
Avoid using or placing inflammable spray 
or objects near the product.
• This may result in an explosion or fire.When you remove batteries from the 
remote, be careful that they are not swal-
lowed by children. Keep batteries out of 
the reach of children.
• If swallowed, see a doctor immediately. 
Avoid placing a liquid container such as a 
vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or 
drugs, or a metal object over the product.
• If water or an alien substance enters 
the product, turn the power off, unplug 
the power cord and contact a service 
center.
• Otherwise, it may result in a problem 
with the product, electric shock or fire.
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							1-3Major Safety Precautions
Caution
If the product generates a strange noise, a 
burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power 
plug immediately and contact a service 
center.
• Failing to do so may result in electric 
shock or fire. If water or a foreign substance enters the 
product, turn the product off, unplug the 
power cord from a wall outlet, and contact 
a Service Center.
If the power plug pin or jack is exposed to 
dust, water or alien substances, clean it 
thoroughly.
• There is a danger of electric shock or 
fire. Do not use the product while it indicates a 
malfunction, such as no sound or no pic-
ture.
• Turn the product off immediately, 
unplug the power cord from a wall 
outlet, and contact a Service Center.
When cleaning the product, disconnect the 
power cord and clean the product with a 
soft dry cloth.
• Avoid using chemicals such as wax, 
benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquito-
repellent, fragrance, lubrication or 
cleansing agent when cleaning the 
product.
This may result in the exterior being 
deformed or the print being removed.When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the 
product or the power plug and ventilate 
immediately.
• A spark may result in an explosion or 
fire.
• During a thunder or lighting storm, do 
not touch the power cord or antenna 
cable
When not using the product for a long 
time, such as leaving your home, unplug 
the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Otherwise, it may cause dust 
accumulation and result in fire caused 
by overheating or a short circuit or 
result in an electric shock.Do not touch the lens on the product.
• This may cause damage to the lens.
If the product is installed in a location 
where the operating conditions vary con-
siderably, a serious quality problem may 
occur due to the surrounding environment. 
In this case, install the product only after 
consulting our Call Center.
• Places exposed to microscopic dust, 
chemicals, too high or low temperature, 
high humidity, such as airports or 
stations where the product is 
continuously used for a long time etc.. Do not touch any outer part of the product 
with tools such as a knife or a hammer.
If you drop the product or the case is dam-
aged, turn the power off and unplug the 
power cord. Contact a service center.
• Failing to do so may result in fire or 
electric shock.To clean dirt or stains on the front projec-
tion lens, use spray or a wet cloth damp-
ened with neutral detergent and water.
Make sure to place your remote control on 
a table or desk. 
• If you step on the remote control, you 
may fall and hurt yourself or the 
product may be damaged. Ask a Service Center to clean the interior 
of the projector at least once per year.
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To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the 
vents or lamp cover while operating or 
right after turning off the product.Do not clean the product using water spray 
or a wet cloth. Avoid using any chemicals 
such as detergents, industrial or automo-
tive polish, abrasive, wax, benzene, alco-
hol on any plastic part of the product such 
as projector case, since this may cause 
damage.
Do not open any cover on the product.
• This would prove hazardous because 
of high-voltage current inside the 
product.Do not use any undesignated battery.
Be careful not to touch the ventilation hole 
while the projector is on as hot air comes 
out.The ventilation hole is hot for some time 
though the projector is turned off. Keep 
you hands or body off the ventilation hole. 
Do not place objects vulnerable to heat 
near the projector. Be careful to keep your body away from 
the projector lamp. The lamp is hot.
(Children and those who have sensitive 
skin should be more careful.)
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							2-1Installation and Connection
2 Installation and Connection
2-1 Package Contents
 • Unpack the product and check if all of the contents listed below have been included.
• Store the packaging box in case you need to move the product at a later stage.
 
Projector
CONTENTS
Quick Installation Guide Warranty Card / Registration 
Card (Not available in all 
locations)User Manual Power Cord
Remote Control / 1 Battery 
(CR 2025, Not available in all 
locations)Cleaning Cloth D-Sub Cable
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