Sanyo Plc Xl50a Projector User Manual

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Part Names and Functions
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r LAMP REPLACE indicator Turn yellow when the life of the projection lamp 
draws to an end (pp.58, 66).
w WARNING  TEMP. indicator
–    Lights red when the projector detects an 
abnormal condition. 
–    Blinks red when the internal temperature of the 
projector exceeds the operating range (pp.55, 66).
q POWER indicator
–    Lights red when the projector is in stand-by 
mode.
–  Lights green during operations.
–    Blinks green in the Power management mode 
(pp.50, 66).
e 
WARNING FILTER indicator
–  
Light orange when the clogging of the filter is 
detected or the filter counter reaches a time set 
in the timer setting, urging immediate filter/ filter 
cartridge replacement (pp.54, 66).
y INPUT button
Select input source (pp.27, 37, 38).
u POINT ( ed7 8 ) buttons–    Select an item or adjust the value in the On-   
Screen Menu (p.22).
–  Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode (p.36).
–    Adjust the volume level (Point 7 8 buttons)    
(p.25).
–    Adjust the screen size (Point ed buttons) (p.24).
i SELECT button
–  Execute the selected item (p.22).
–    Expand or compress the image in Digital zoom 
mode (p.36).
!0 MENU button
Open or close the On-Screen Menu (p.22).
o KEy STONE button 
Correct the keystone distortion (pp.24, 45).
t ON/STAND-B y button
Turn the projector on or off (pp.20-21). 
						

							Part Names and FunctionsRemote Control
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q ON/STAND-B y button 
Turn the projector on or off (pp.20, 21).
w VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source (pp.25, 37).
e COMPUTER buttonSelect COMPUTER input source (pp.25, 27, 38).
r MENU buttonOpen or close the On-Screen Menu (p.22).
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u D.ZOOM ed buttons
Zoom in and out the images (pp.26, 36).
!5A UTO PC button
Automatically adjust the computer image to its optimum 
setting (pp.26, 29).
!4 IMAGE button Select the image level (pp.26, 32, 40).
o FREEZE button
Freeze the picture (p.25). 
!2 MUTE buttonMute the sound (p.25).
!3 P-TIMER buttonOperate the P-timer function (p.26).
!0 NO SHOW buttonTemporarily turn off the image on the screen (p.26).
!6 KEy STONE button
Correct the keystone distortion (pp.24, 45).
t Point ed 7 8 (VOLUME + / –) buttons
–    Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen 
Menu.  (p.22)
–  Pan the image in Digital zoom + mode (p.36).
–  Adjust the volume level (Point 
7 8 buttons) (p.25).
y SELECT button
– Execute the selected item (p.22).
–    Expand or compress the image in Digital zoom mode.  
(p.36).
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!1 LAMP CONTROL button
Select the lamp mode (pp.26, 50).
✔Note:
To ensure safe operation, observe the following precautions:
–   Do  not  bend,  drop,  or  expose  the  remote  control  to 
moisture or heat.
–    For  cleaning,  use  a  soft  dry  cloth.  Do  not  apply  benzene, 
thinner, splay, or any other chemicals.
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i CEILING button
Reverse the top/bottom and left/right of image (p.49). 
						

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To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions:
●Use two (2) 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 matter.
●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 batteries
For correct polarity (+ and –), 
be sure battery terminals are 
in contact with pins in the 
compartment.
Point the remote control toward the projector 
(Infrared Remote Receiver) when pressing 
any button. See the right figures indicating 
Maximum operating range for the remote 
control.
Operating Range
Remote Control Battery Installation
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16.4’
(5 m)11.5’
(3.5 m)
16.4’
(5 m) 
						

							✔Note:
• This projector is not equipped with an 
optical zoom. To adjust the screen size, 
change the throw distance.
•  The brightness in the room has a 
great influence on picture quality. It is 
recommended to limit the ambient lighting 
in order to get the best image.
•  All measurements are approximate and may 
vary from the actual sizes. Make sure to 
check the position of images by projecting 
images on the screen before installing the 
projector and screen, since each projector 
shows slight variations.
•  Make sure to project images on a flat 
screen.  
•  Even slight warpage or irregularities of the 
screen may have an effect on the quality of 
the projected images.
80”
60”
 B
 A
 A
0.265’ ( 8.1 cm)
-0.131’ ( -4.0 cm)
(Inch Diagonal)
For the projector positioning, see the figures below.  
The projector should be set perpendicularly to the plane of the screen. 
Positioning the Projector
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Screen Size
(W x H) mm
4:3 aspect ratio60” 70”80”
1219 x 914 1422 x 10671626 x 1219
A -0.131’ (-4.0  cm) 0.068’ (2.1  cm)0.265’ (8.1 cm)
B 1.010’ (30.8 cm)
1.106’ (33.7 cm)
1.198’ (36.5 cm)
Projection angle can be adjusted up to 1.0 degree with the 
adjustable feet. 
Rotate the adjustable feet to adjust the position and 
tilt. 
Adjustable Feet
Keystone distortion of the projected image can be 
corrected by menu operation (pp.24, 45).
Adjustable Feet 
						

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Mounting the Rear Leg 
Rear Leg
Turn off the projector and unplug the AC power cord. 1
Secure the rear leg with the four (4) screws. 2
Screw
Rear leg
Installation
✔Note:
• Make  sure  not  to  lose  screws  when  installing  the  rear 
leg. 
						

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External Audio Equipment
VGA cable  
Audio cable 
(stereo)  Audio cable 
(stereo)
Monitor Output  
or 
Monitor Input
Audio Output
AUDIO IN
COMPUTER
AUDIO OUT 
(stereo)Audio Input
COMPUTER IN 2/
 MONITOR OUT Monitor Output
COMPUTER IN 1
VGA cable  
This  terminal  is  switchable.  Set  up  the 
terminal  as  either  Computer  input  or 
Monitor output (see page 48).
Installation
Connecting to Computer
Cables used for connection 
• VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin)*  
• Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo) 
(*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the project\
or.)
Unplug the power cords of 
both the projector and external 
equipment from the AC outlet 
before connecting the cables.
✔Note:
• Input sound to the AUDIO IN COMPUTER terminal when 
using the COMPUTER IN 1 and the COMPUTER IN 2/
MONITOR OUT terminal as input.
•  When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s 
built-in speaker is not available.
•  When the cable is of the longer variety, it is advisable to 
use the COMPUTER IN 1 and not the COMPUTER IN 2 
/MONITOR OUT. 
•See page 69 for ordering optional cables. 
						

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✔Note:
• When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s 
built-in speaker is not available.
•  The S-VIDEO jack connection overrides the VIDEO jack 
connection when AUTO is selected in the Input Menu 
(p.37).
External Audio Equipment
Audio cable 
(stereo)
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO INS-Video cable 
Video and audio cable Composite Video and Audio Output
S-Video Output
AUDIO IN Audio Input
AUDIO OUT 
(stereo)
(R)
(L)
(R)
(L)
(Video)
(Video)
Installation
Connecting to Video Equipment (Video, S-Video)
Cables used for connection  
• Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) 
• S-VIDEO Cable 
• Audio Cable (Mini Plug: stereo) 
(Cables are not supplied with the projector.)
Unplug the power cords of both the projector 
and external equipment from the AC outlet 
before connecting the cables.                                                                                             
						

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InstallationConnecting to Video Equipment (Component and RGB Scart)
Cables used for connection 
• Audio Cables (Mini Plug: stereo, RCA x 2) 
• Scart-VGA Cable
• Component Cable 
(Cables are not supplied with the projector.)
✔Note:
• When the AUDIO OUT is plugged-in, the projector’s 
built-in speaker is not available.
•See page 69 for ordering optional cables.
Unplug the power cords of both the projector 
and external equipment from the AC outlet 
before connecting the cables.
External Audio Equipment
COMPUTER IN 1
COMPONENT IN Audio cable 
(stereo)
Audio cable 
(stereo)
Audio Input
Component Video Output
(Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr)
RGB Scart 21-
pin Output
Audio Output
Scart-VGA 
cable 
AUDIO OUT 
(stereo)
Component 
cable 
AUDIO IN 
						

							NOTE ON THE POWER CORD
AC power cord must meet the requirements of the country where you use the projector.
Confirm the AC plug type with the chart below and proper AC power cord must be used.
If the supplied AC power cord does not match your AC outlet, contact your sales dealer.
To power cord 
connector on your 
projector.
Projector sideAC outlet side
Ground
To the AC outlet.
(120 V AC)
For Continental EuropeFor the U.S.A. and Canada
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 it on.
Connecting the AC Power Cord
Connect the AC power cord (supplied) to the 
projector.
For the U.K.
To the AC outlet.
(200–240 V AC)To the AC outlet.
(200–240 V AC)
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 CAUTION
The AC  outlet  must  be  near  this  equipment  and  must  be  easily 
accessible.
✔Note:
	• Unplug  the  AC  power  cord  when  the  projector  is  not  in  use. 
When the projector is connected to an outlet with AC power 
cord,  it  is  in  stand- by  mode  and  consumes  a  little  electric 
p o we r. 
						

							Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC 
outlet. The POWER indicator turns red.
Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or 
on the 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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The preparation display disappears after 30 seconds.
4After the countdown, the input source that was 
selected the last time and the Lamp mode status icon 
(see page 50) will appear on the screen.
If the projector is locked with a PIN code, a PIN code 
Input Dialog Box appears. Enter the PIN code as 
instructed below.  
See page 50 for the Lamp mode.
Selected Input Source and Lamp Mode
Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, 
VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector.  
Lamp mode
After the OK icon 
disappears, you can 
operate the projector.  
PIN Code Input Dialog Box
Turning On the Projector
Basic Operation
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.
Repeat this step to complete entering a four-digit number.
"1234" 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 correct PIN code all 
over again.
What is PIN code?
PIN (Personal Identification Number) code is a security 
code that allows the person who knows it to operate the 
projector. Setting the 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 Menu on pages 52-53 for 
locking operation of the projector with your PIN code. ✔Note:
• 
When the Input Search function is set on 
On1 or On2, the input signal will be searched 
automatically (p.49).
•  When the Logo select function is "Off,” the 
logo will not be displayed on the screen 
(p.47).
•  When the "Countdown off" or "Off" is selected 
in the Display function, the countdown will 
not be shown on the screen (p.46).
•  During the countdown period, all operations 
are invalid.
•  If the correct PIN code number is not entered 
for 3 minutes after the PIN code dialog box 
appeared, the projector will be turned off 
automatically.
CAUTION ON HANDLING THE PIN CODE
If you forget your PIN code, the projector can no 
longer be started. Take a special care in setting a 
new PIN code; write down the number in a column 
on page 71 of this manual and keep it at hand. 
Should the PIN code be missing or forgotten, 
consult your dealer or service center.
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✔Note:
• The  Lamp  replacement  icon  and  the  Filter 
warning  icon  may  appear  on  the  screen 
d e p e n d i n g   o n   t h e   u s a g e   s t a t e   o f   t h e 
projector.