Multimedia Projector MODEL PLC-SW30 Owner’s Manual
To 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 you to manage those features and maintains it in better condition for a considerable time. Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other accidents.
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. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. This projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
Safety Instruction Air Circulation Installing the Projector in Proper Position 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. Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may reduce the lamp lifetime and cause a fire hazard. 20˚ Do not tilt the projector more than 20 degrees to either side. CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent.
Compliance 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 generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Front . . . . . . . . . . .
Features and Design PLC-SW30 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. Greater Mobility Extremely compact in size and weight. It is designed to be carried and work anywhere you wish to use. Digital Zoom (for Computer) Digital Zoom function expands (to approx.
Overview q Zoom Lever ( ☞ P20 ) w Infrared Remote Receiver ( ☞ P11 ) e Focus Ring ( ☞ P20 ) r Projection Lens ( ☞ P43 ) t Lens Cover y Air Intake Vent ( ☞ P43 ) u Exhaust Vent Front q w CAUTION e r i Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side.
Overview Top panel i u y WARNING LAMP REPLACE POWER t q INPUT ON - OFF r SELECT LUME+ VO LUME– VO w MENU e q POWER ON-OFF button Turns the projector on or off. ( ☞ P19 ) w SELECT button – Executes the selected item. ( ☞ P17 ) – Expands / compresses the image in Digital Zoom mode. ( ☞ P29 ) e Point ed7 8 ( VOLUME + / – ) buttons – Select an item or adjust value in the On-Screen Menu. ( ☞ P17 ) – Pan the image in DIGITAL ZOOM +/– mode. ( ☞ P29 ) – Adjust volume level.
Overview Terminals ✽ q w e VIDEO S-VIDEO SERVICE PORT RESET COMPUTER IN / COMPONENT IN/ AUDIO IN USB COMPUTER / AV COMPONENT u y r q VIDEO Connect the composite video output from video equipment. ( ☞ P16 ) t AUDIO IN AV Connect audio output from video equipment. ( ☞ P16 ) w S-VIDEO Connect S-video output from video equipment. ( ☞ P16 ) y AUDIO IN COMPUTER/ COMPONENT Connect audio output from a computer or component to this jack.
Overview q POWER ON-OFF button Turns the projector on or off. ( ☞ P19 ) Remote Control w VIDEO button Selects VIDEO input source. ( ☞ P30 ) e w e COMPUTER button Selects COMPUTER input source. ( ☞ P22 ) q r MENU button Opens or closes the On-Screen Menu. ( ☞ P17 ) t PAGE ed button Scroll back and forth pages on the screen when giving a presentation. ( ☞ P10, P38 ) y D.ZOOM ed button Select the Digital zoom +/– mode and resize the image.
Preparation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240 V AC. This projector automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system. Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not sure of the type of power supply being in use.
Preparation Positioning the Projector – This projector is designed to project on a flat projection surface. – The projector can be focused from 4.3’(1.3m) to 21.3’(6.5m). – Refer to the figure below to adjust a screen size. Note: The brightness in a room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to provide the best image. A:B = 9:1 21.3’ (6.5m) 16.1’ (4.9m) 200” 10.6’ (3.2m) 150” 4.3’ (1.3m) Max. Zoom 169” 100” Min.
Preparation Remote Control Battery Installation 1 Remove the battery compartment lid. 2 Slide the batteries into the compartment. 3 Replace the compartment lid. Two AAA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in compartment. Pull up and remove the lid. To insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions : – Use (2) AAA, SUM-4 or R03 type alkaline batteries. – Replace two batteries at the same time.
Installation Connecting to a Computer IBM-compatible computer or Macintosh computer (VGA / SVGA / XGA / SXGA) Monitor Output Audio Output USB port Audio Cable (Stereo) ✽ VGA Cable USB Cable ✽ If you wish to use Page ▲▼ buttons on the remote control, connect USB port of your computer to the USB socket of the projector.
Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Video Source (example) Component video output equipment. (such as DVD player or Video Cassette Recorder Audio Output RGB Scart 21-pin Output Audio Cable (stereo) ✽ Video Disc Player Component Video Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Scart Cable✽ high-definition TV source.
Before Operation How to Operate the On-Screen Menu Menu bar The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Menu. Refer to the following pages regarding each adjustment and setting procedure. 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. 2 Press Point 7 8 buttons to select a Menu icon to adjust. Press Point ed buttons to select an item to adjust. 3 Press SELECT button to show the item data. Press Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the data. Refer to the following pages for respective adjustment.
Before Operation Menu Bar For Computer Source Guide Window PC System Menu Image Select Menu Screen Menu Setting Menu Shows the selected item of the OnScreen Menu. Used to select computer system. ( ☞ P23 ) Used to select an image level among Standard, Real, and Image 1 – 4. ( ☞ P27 ) Used to adjust size of image. [Normal / True / Wide / Digital zoom +/–] ( ☞ P29 ) Used to change settings of the projector or reset Lamp replace counter.
Basic Operation Turning On the Projector 1 Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. 2 Connect the projector's AC Power Cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator flashes in a moment and then turns red. 3 Press POWER ON-OFF button on the top control or the remote control. The POWER Indicator turns green, and the cooling fans start to operate. The starting display appears on the screen and the count-down starts.
Basic Operation Adjusting the Screen Zoom Adjustment Move the Zoom Lever upward / downward to zoom the image. Tele Wide Zoom Lever Focus Adjustment Rotate the Focus ring to adjust the projected picture focus. Focus Ring Keystone Adjustment If a projected picture has keystone distortion, correct image with the keystone adjustment. 1 Press KEYSTONE button on the remote control or select Keystone on the Setting menu ( ☞ P36 ) to display the Keystone dialog box.
Basic Operation No Show Function Press NO SHOW button on the remote control to black out the image. To 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 item in the Setting menu ( ☞ P36 ), the screen changes each time you press the NO SHOW button as follows : black out ➜ the captured image ➜ normal ➜...... Message disappears after 4 seconds. P-Timer Function Press P-Timer button on the remote control.
Computer Input Input Source Selection INPUT button Computer Direct Operation Choose Computer by pressing INPUT button on the top control or COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below. Video Menu Operation Input Menu icon 1 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to INPUT Menu icon.
Computer Input Computer System Selection This projector automatically tunes to various types of computers based on VGA, SVGA, XGA or SXGA with its Multi-scan system and Auto PC Adjustment. If Computer is selected as a signal source, this projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional setting. (Signal formats provided in this projector is shown on page 49 ) Note : The projector may display one of the following messages.
Computer Input PC Adjustment Auto PC Adjustment Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically conform Fine sync, Total dots and Picture Position to your computer. This function can be operated as follows. Auto PC Adj. 1 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 button to move the red frame pointer to PC Adjust Menu icon. 2 Press the Point d button to move the red frame pointer to Auto PC Adj. icon and then press the SELECT button twice.
Computer Input Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-Scan system of this projector. In this case, the projector cannot reproduce a proper image and the image may be recognized as a flickering picture, a nonsynchronized picture, a non-centered picture or a skewed picture. The Manual PC Adjustment function allows you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those special signal formats.
Computer Input Display area Selects area displayed with this projector. Select the resolution at Display area dialog box. Display area H Press SELECT button at Display area icon to show the Display area dialog box. Adjustment of horizontal area displayed with this projector. Press Point 7 8 buttons to decrease/increase value to match the resolution of image. Then press the SELECT button. Display area Display area V Adjustment of vertical area displayed with this projector.
Computer Input Image Level Selection Direct Operation Select image level among Standard, Real, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing IMAGE button on the remote control. IMAGE button Standard Real Standard Normal picture adjustment preset on this projector. Image 1 Real Picture adjustment improved in reproduction of halftones. This adjustment is suitable for providing better image in brighter place. Image 1~4 User preset picture adjustment in Image Adjust Menu ( ☞ P28 ).
Computer Input Image Level Adjustment 1 2 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to Image Adjust Menu icon. Press Point d button to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust. and then press SELECT button. The level of each item is displayed. Adjust each level by pressing Point 7 8 buttons. Image Adjust Menu icon IMAGE ADJUST MENU Move the red frame pointer to the item to be selected and then press SELECT button.
Computer Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the desirable image size. 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to Screen Menu icon. 2 Press Point d button to move the red frame pointer to the function that you want to select. Then press SELECT button. Screen Menu SCREEN MENU Move the red frame to the function and press SELECT button.
Video Input Input Source Selection ( Video, S-Video ) INPUT button Video Direct Operation Choose Video by pressing INPUT button on the top control or VIDEO button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below. Computer Menu Operation 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to INPUT Menu icon.
Video input Input Source Selection ( Component, RGB Scart 21-pin ) INPUT button Video Direct Operation Choose Computer by pressing INPUT button on the top control or COMPUTER button on the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below. Computer Menu Operation 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 button to move the red frame pointer to INPUT Menu icon.
Video Input Video System Selection 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to AV System Menu icon. 2 Press Point d button to move the red arrow pointer to the system that you want to select and then press SELECT button. Video Jack or S-Video Jack Auto The projector automatically detects incoming video system, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. When Video System is PAL-M or PAL-N, select system manually.
Video Input Image Level Selection Direct Operation Select image level among Standard, Cinema, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing IMAGE button on the remote control. Standard Normal picture adjustment preset on this projector. Cinema Picture level adjusted for the picture with fine tone. Image 1~4 User preset picture adjustment in Image Adjust Menu (☞ P34-35 ). IMAGE button Standard Cinema Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Menu Operation 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.
Video Input Image Level Adjustment 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to IMAGE ADJUST Menu icon. 2 Press Point d button to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust and then press SELECT button. The level of each item is displayed. Adjust each level by pressing Point 7 8 buttons. IMAGE ADJUST MENU Move the red frame pointer to the item to be selected and then press SELECT button.
Video Input Auto grayscale When this function is "ON", it automatically enhances contrast of bright and dark part of image. progressive Interlace video signal can be displayed in a progressive picture. Off ···· Not activated. L1 ···· Select “L1” for an active picture. L2 ···· Select “L2” for a still picture. Note : The Progressive cannot be selected when 1080i, 1035i, 480p, 575p, or 720p is selected.
Setting Setting Menu 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press Point 7 8 buttons to move the red-frame pointer to SETTING icon. 2 Press Point d button to move the red-frame pointer to the item that you want to set and then press SELECT button. Setting dialog box appears. SETTING MENU Set the red frame pointer to the item and press SELECT button.
Setting Ceiling Ceiling function When this function is “On,” picture is top / bottom and left / right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling mounted projector. Rear Rear function When this function is “On,” picture is left / right reversed. This function is used to project the image to a rear projection screen.
Setting Remote control This projector has two different remote control codes; the factoryset normal 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. When operating the projector in “Code 2,” both the projector and remote control must be switched to “Code 2.
Using the Presentation Remote Control Presentation Remote Control Presentation Remote Control performs the function of a wireless mouse to control the mouse cursor on the computer. For convenience while giving presentations, some buttons controlling the projector are also provided. For computer Aim the remote control at the Presentation Remote receiver. r e L-CLICK q R-CLICK PAGE o i FREEZE NO SHOW P - TIMER y w Cursor button Scroll back and forth pages on the screen when giving a presentation.
Maintenance Lamp Replacement Lamp Replace When the life of the projection lamp draws to an end, LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. If this indicator lights yellow, replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly. TOP CONTROL WARNING POWER This indicator lights yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end. LAMP REPLACE INPU CAUTION Allow a projector to cool, for at least 45 minutes before you open Lamp Cover. The inside of a projector can become very hot.
Maintenance Lamp Replace Counter Be sure to reset the lamp replace counter after Lamp Assembly is replaced. When the lamp replace counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE Indicator stops lighting. 1 Turn projector on, press MENU button to display the OnScreen Menu. Press Point 7 8 button(s) to move the red frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon. 2 Press Point d button to move the red frame pointer to “Lamp counter reset” and then press SELECT button. The message " Lamp replace counter reset? " is displayed.
Maintenance Warning Indicator The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the WARNING indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. The projector is shut down and the WARNING indicator is flashing red When the temperature inside the projector exceeds the normal temperature, the projector is automatically shut down to protect the inside of the projector. The POWER indicator is flashing and the projector is being cooled down.
Maintenance Air Filter Removable air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the surface of optical elements inside the projector. Should air filters become clogged with dust particles, it will reduce the cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat build up and adversely affect the life of the projector. Clean air filters following the steps below: 1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect AC power cord from the AC outlet.
Appendix Troubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the matters below once again. – Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment as described in the section "Installation" on P15-16. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and turned on the power. – When you operate the projector with a computer, and it does not project an image, restart the computer. Problem: No power. Image is out of focus.
Appendix Problem: – Try these Solution Remote Control does not work. – Check the battery. – Make sure nothing is between the infrared remote receiver and remote control. – Make sure you are not too far from the projector when using the remote control. Maximum operating range is 16.4’ ( 5m ). – Make sure the code of the remote control is set to conform to the projector. ( ☞ P38 ) – Unlock Key lock for the remote control in the Setting Menu.
Appendix Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE red/green red yellow Projector Condition The projector is OFF. (The AC power cord is unplugged.) • • • lights green. ✽ When ✽ The projector is preparing for stand-by or the projection lamp is being cooled down. The projector cannot be turned on until cooling is completed. ✽ The projector is ready to be turned on with the POWER ON-OFF button.
Appendix Menu Tree Main menu Input Computer RGB Go to System (1) Component Go to System (2) RGB( Scart ) Video Auto Go to System (3) Video Go to System (3) S-Video Go to System (3) Computer Input Main menu System (1) MODE 1 MODE 2 SVGA 1 ---- ✽Systems displayed in the system menu vary depending on the using environment. PC Adjust Auto PC Adj. Fine sync.
Appendix Video Input Settings Main menu Main menu Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i System (2) System (3) Image Select Image Adjust Standard Cinema Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Contrast Brightness Color Tint Color Temp Reset Store Quit 48 Volume Mute Quit 0 - 63 On / Off Setting Language English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Dutch Swedish Russian Chinese Korean Japanese Quit Keystone Blue back Display Store / Reset On / Off On / Off Logo Off User Default Yes/No On
Appendix Compatible Computer Specifications Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency below mentioned and less than 100 MHz of Dot Clock.
Appendix Technical Specifications Projector Type Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight LCD Panel System Panel Resolution Number of Pixels Color System High Definition TV Signal Scanning Frequency Projection Image size (Diagonal) Projection Lens Throw Distance Projection Lamp Video Input Jack Audio Input Jack Computer Input Terminal Computer Audio Input Jack Control Port Connector USB Connector Internal Audio Amp Built-in Speaker Feet Adjustment Voltage and Power Consumption Operating Temperature Storage Tempera
Appendix Configuration of Terminals COMPUTER INPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) Terminal : HDB15-PIN Pin Configuration 4 5 10 15 14 2 3 9 8 13 1 7 12 6 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 R / Cr, Pr Input G / Y Input B / Cb, Pb Input No Connect Ground (Horiz.sync.) Ground (Red) Ground (Green) Ground (Blue) 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 No Connect Ground (Vert.sync.) Ground No Connect Horiz. sync. Vert. sync.
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