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Multimedia Projector Owner's Manual PLC-XW50A PLC-XW55A PLC-XW55G PLC-XW55K MODEL ...
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T able of Contents 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 . ✔ Note: • The On-Screen Menu and figures in ...
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T able of Contents Features and Design 3 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 T o t h e O w n e r .................... 4 Safety Instructions . . ...
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Safety Instructions 4 T o the Owner 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 y o u t o m a n a g e th o s e f e a t u r e s a n d m a i n t a i n s i t i n better condition for a consider ...
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5 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 project ...
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Compliance Safety Instructions 6 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 t ...
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Compliance Safety Instructions 7 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 ge ...
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8 Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Back i i !0 !1 q t u o Front e r Bottom !5 i q Speaker w Focus Ring e Infrared Remote Receiver r Projection Lens t Slide Shutter (See page 52.) y Slide Shutter Lever u Air Intake V ent i Exhaust V ents w CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects ne ...
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9 Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Rear T erminal q w e r t y u q SERVICE PORT This jack is used to service the projector . w COMPUTER IN /S-VIDEO IN /COMPONENT IN Connect output signal from a computer , RGB scart 21-pin video output, S-VIDEO output, or component video output to this terminal. (p.15-17) r AUDIO OUT (V ARIABLE) Conn ...
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10 Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions q w e t u i o T op Control r y u LAMP REPLACE indicator T urn yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end. (p.54, 60) y W ARNING indicator Emit a red light when the projector detects an abnormal condition. This also blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exce ...
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1 1 Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions t e o !3 r !4 !2 !0 q w Remote Control y u i !5 !1 q POWER ON/ST AND-BY button T urn the projector on or off. (p.18, 19) w VIDEO button Select VIDEO input source. (p.23, 34) e COMPUTER button Select COMPUTER input source. (p.23, 25, 35) r MENU button Open or close the On-Screen Menu. (p20) u D.Z ...
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Installation Part Names and Functions 12 T o insure 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. ● Do not expose the remote control to moisture or heat. ? ...
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13 Installation Part Names and Functions ✔ 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 32.6' (9.9 m) 21.7' (6.6 m) ...
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Installation Installation 14 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 . T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system. If you are ...
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Installation Installation 15 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 .) External Audio Equipment VGA cable Audio cable (stereo) Audio cable (stereo) Audio Output COMPONENT / COMPUTER ...
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Installation Installation 16 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 equipment, the projector ? ...
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Installation Installation 17 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/ COMPUTER AUDIO IN Audi ...
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Basic Operation Basic Operation 18 Connect the projector's AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator becomes red. Open the Slide Shutter by sliding the Slide Shutter Lever .(see page 8) Press the POWER ON/ST AND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control. The POWER indicator becomes green and the cooling fans start to ope ...
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Basic Operation Basic Operation 19 Press the POWER ON/ST AND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and a message "Power off?" appears on the screen. Press the POWER ON/ST AND-BY button again to turn off the projector . The POWER indicator s t a r t s t o b l i n k r e d , a n d i t c o n t i n u e s w h i l e t h e coolin ...
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Basic Operation Basic Operation 20 How to Operate the On-Screen Menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Me n u. R e fe r to t h e fo l lo w in g p ag e s re g ar d in g e ac h 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. ...
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Basic Operation Basic Operation 21 Menu Bar PC System Menu Used to select computer system. (p.26) Setting Menu Used to set the projector's operating configurations. (p.41-50) Image Select Menu Used to select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Blackboard (Green), and Image 1 ~ 4. (p.30) For computer source Guide Window Show the selec ...
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Basic Operation Basic Operation 22 Press the ZOOM +/- buttons on the top control to adjust the screen size. Screen size can be adjusted 80% to 100% from its maximum screen size. It is not available when On-Screen menu is displayed. Zoom adjustment can be memorized. (p.41) Zoom Adjustment Focus Ring If a projected picture has keystone distortion, co ...
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Basic Operation Basic Operation 23 Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the remote control to adjust the volume. The volume dialog box appears on the screen for a few seconds. Press the MUTE button on the remote control to cut off the sound. T o restore the sound to its previous level, pr es s th e MU TE b ut to n ag ai n or p re ss t he V OL UM E +/? ...
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Computer Input Basic Operation 24 black out ➜ the captured image ➜ normal ➜ • • • • • Press the NO SHOW button on the remote control to black out the i mage. T o resto re to normal, p ress the N O S H O W b u t t o n a g a i n o r p r e s s a n y o t h e r b u t t o n . When a projected image is captured and set as "User" ...
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Computer Input Basic Operation 25 Choose Computer 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 . Input Source Selection Direct Operation INPUT button Remote Control T op Control INPUT b ...
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Computer Input Computer Input 26 Computer System Selection This projector automatically tunes to various types of computers based on VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, WXGA, or UXGA with its Multi-scan system and Auto PC Adjustment. If Computer is sel ec te d as a s ig na l so urc e, t hi s pr oj ect or a ut om at ic all y de te ct s th e si gna l fo rm at a nd ...
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Computer Input Computer Input 27 Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, T otal dots, Horizontal, and V ertical to conform to your computer . Auto PC Adjustment function can be operated as follows. Auto PC Adjustment The Auto PC adjustment function can be operated directly by pressing the AUTO PC button on the rem ...
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Computer Input Computer Input 28 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red framed pointer to the PC Adjust Menu icon. Press the Point e d b u t t o n s t o m o v e t h e r e d framed pointer to the item that you want to adjust and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog bo ...
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Computer Input Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector . Display area H Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the vertical area displayed by this projector . Display area V Reset Store Exit the PC Adjust Menu. Quit T o store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Move the red arrow ...
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30 Computer Input Computer Input Select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Real, Blackboard (Green), Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Normal picture level preset on this projector . Picture level with improved halftone for graphics. Standard Real Image 1 ~ 4 Image Level Selection Direct ...
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31 Computer Input Computer Input Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Press the Point e d b u t t o n s t o m o v e t h e r e d framed pointer to the item that you want to adjust, and then press the SELECT button. The level of each item is disp ...
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Computer Input Computer Input 32 Store Exit the Image Adjust Menu. Quit T o store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Select a level from Image 1 to 4 with the Point ed buttons and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Y es]. Stored data can be called up by selecting "Image" in the I ...
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Computer Input 33 Computer Input When the D.ZOOM + ( e ) is pressed, the On-Screen Menu disappears and the message "D. zoom +" is di sp la yed . Pr es s the D .Z OO M e or t he S EL ECT button to expand the image size. And press the Point e d 7 8 buttons to pan the image. The Panning function can work only when the image is larger than th ...
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Video Input V ideo Input 34 Choose Video by pressing the INPUT button on the top 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 . Input Source Selection (Video) Direct Operation Video INPUT button Remote Control T op Control INPUT butto ...
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Computer Video Input 35 V ideo Input COMPUTER button INPUT button Remote Control T op Control INPUT button COMPUTER button Computer Choose Computer 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 describe ...
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Video Input V ideo Input 36 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red framed pointer to the A V System Menu icon. Video System Selection Press the Point ed buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the syst em that you want to sel ect and then press the SELECT button. 1 2 If the projector cannot ...
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Video Input 37 Video Input Select an image level among Dynamic, Standard, Cinema, Blackboard (Green), Image 1, Image 2, Image 3, and Image 4 by pressing the IMAGE button on the remote control. Normal picture level preset on this projector . Picture level adjusted for the picture with fine tone. Standard Cinema Image 1 ~ 4 Image Level Selection Dire ...
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Video Input V ideo Input 38 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. Press the Point e d b u t t o n s t o m o v e t h e r e d framed pointer to the item that you want to adjust, and then press the SELECT button. The level of each item is displayed ...
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Video Input 39 Video Input T o reset the adjusted data, select Reset and press th e S E L EC T b ut t o n . T h e c on f i r m at i o n b ox a p p e a rs and then select [Y es]. All adjustments returns to their previous figures. Reset Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the gamma value to obtain better balance of contrast. (From 0 to 15.) Gamma P ...
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Setting Video Input 40 This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Screen Menu icon. Press the Point e d buttons and move the red framed pointer to the function that you wan ...
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Setting 41 Video Input Blue back Press the Point 7 8 buttons to switch On/Off. When this function is "On", a blue image is displayed while the input signal is not detected. Keystone Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red framed pointer to the Setting Menu icon. Language The languag ...
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Setting Setting 42 Display Press the Point 7 8 buttons to switch On/Off. This function decides to display On-Screen Displays. On . . . . . . . . . . . . . Show all the On-Screen Displays. Use this function when you want to p r o j e c t i m a ge s a f t e r t h e l a mp becomes bright enough. Factory default setting is this mode. Countdown off . . ...
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Setting 43 Setting Capture This function enables you to capture the image being projected and use it for a start-up display or interval of presentations. After capturing the projected image, go to the Logo select function and set it to "User". Then the captured image is displayed when turning on the projector next t ime or pressing the NO ...
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Setting Setting 44 T o Enter the Logo 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 ...
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Setting 45 Setting Ceiling Wh en t hi s fu n ct io n is " On ", t he p i ct ur e is t op /b o tt om and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling mounting the projector . Rear When this function is "On", the picture is left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image to a rear ...
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Setting Setting 46 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 used for a certain period. When the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds, the timer display with "No signal" ...
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Setting 47 Setting Remote control Th i s p r o j e c t o r p r o v id e s t w o d i ff e r e n t r e m o t e c o n tr o l codes: the factory-set initial code (Code 1) and the secondary code (Code 2). This switching function prevents remote control interference when operating several projectors or video equipment at the same time. W h e n o p e r a ...
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Setting Setting 48 Key lock Security (Key lock and PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to use Key lock and PIN code lock function to set the security for the projector operation. Thi s fu nct io n loc ks o per at ion o f th e top c on tro l or the remote control. It is useful to prevent operation by an unauthorized person. . . . . . . ...
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Setting 49 Setting T o Enter the 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 corr ...
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Maintenance and Cleaning Setting 50 This function is used to reset the lamp replacement counter . When replacing the projection lamp, reset the lamp replacement counter by using this function. See page 55 for operation. Lamp counter Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the user logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, ...
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Maintenance and Cleaning 51 Setting 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 T h e p r o j e c t o r i s s h u t d o w n a n d t h e WA R N I N G indicator is blinking red. When th e tempe rat ...
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Maintenance and Cleaning Maintenance and Cleaning 52 T urn off the projector , and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. T urn over the projector and remove the air filters by pulling the latches upward. Air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the air filters become clogged with dus ...
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Maintenance and Cleaning 53 Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Projector Cabinet Gently wipe the projector body with a soft, dry cleaning cloth. When it is heavily 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 chemi ...
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Maintenance and Cleaning Maintenance and Cleaning 54 When the life of the projection lamp of this projector draws to an end, the LAMP REPLACE indicator emits a yellow light. If this indicator lights yellow , replace the lamp with a new one promptly . Lamp Replacement W ARNING: TURN OFF THE UV LA MP BEFORE OPENING THE LAMP COVER TOP CONTROL For cont ...
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Maintenance and Cleaning 55 Maintenance and Cleaning B e s u re t o r e s e t t h e L a m p r e p l a c e m e n t c o u n t e r a f t e r t h e l a m p i s r e p l a c e d . W h e n t h e L a m p replacement counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. T urn the projector on, press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Pres ...
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Appendix Appendix 56 T roubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again. – Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described on pages15-17. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. – When you operate the pr ...
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Appendix 57 Appendix Some displays are not seen during operations – Check the Display item. (See page 42.) The Remote Control does not work – Check the batteries. – Make sure there is no obstruction between the projector and remote control. – Make sure you are not too far from the projector when using the remote control. Maximum operating r ...
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Appendix Appendix 58 Menu T ree System (1) Mode 1 Mode 2 SVGA 1 - - - - Computer Input ✽ Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on the input signal. Computer Input/Video Input Sound On/Off Sound 0 - 63 Input Computer ✽ N/A - - - not applicable RGB Go to System (1) N/A Quit RGB (Scart) Component Go to System (3) V olume Mute Q ...
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Appendix 59 Appendix Dynamic Cinema Blackboard (Green) Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image Select Image 4 Standard Video Input Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i System (2) Auto P AL SECAM NTSC NTSC 4.43 P AL-M P AL-N System (3) Image Adjust Contrast Brightness Color temp. Red Green Blue Gamma Store Quit 0 - 63 0 - 63 High 0 - 63 0 - 63 0 - 63 0 - ...
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Appendix Appendix 60 Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators and Projector Condition The projector is off. (The AC power cord is unplugged.) The projector is preparing for stand-by or the projection la m p is b e i ng c o o le d d o wn . Th e p ro j e ct o r ca n n ot b e turned on until cooling is completed. The temperature inside ...
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Appendix 61 Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V , H-Frequency below mentioned and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. When selecting these modes, PC adjustment can be limited. 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 MAC ...
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Appendix 62 Appendix T echnical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector T ype Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 12.99" x 3.15" x 9.33" (330 mm x 80 mm x 237 mm) (Not including adjustable foot) Net Weight 6.4 lbs (2.9 kg) Foot Adjustment 0˚ to 10.0˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel System 0.6" TFT Active Matrix typ ...
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Appendix 63 Appendix Accessories Owner's Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control and Batteries VGA Cable PIN Code Label ● The specifications are subject to change without notice. ● LCD panels are manufactured to the highest possible standards. Even though 99.99% of the pi xel s are effe cti ve, a ti ny fr acti on ...
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64 Appendix T erminal: Mini DIN 8-PIN 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 6 SERVICE PORT CONNECT OR COMPUTER IN/S-VIDEO IN/COMPONENT IN/MONITOR OUT TERMINAL (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/Output Ground (Horiz.sync.) Green (G/Y) Input/Output ----- Blue (B/Cb) Input/Outp ...
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65 Appendix 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. PIN Code Number Memo Factory default set No: 1 2 3 4* * Should the four-digit number be ch a n g e d , t h e f a c t o r y se t n u m b e ...
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