Multimedia Projector MODEL PLV-Z3 Owner’s Manual
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. ◆ Short Zoom Lens This projector is equipped with Short Zoom Lens which allows you to enjoy 100" screen size in range of 9.8' (3.0m) to 13.1' (4.0m).
Table of Contents Features and Design 2 Table of Contents 3 To the Owner 4 Safety Instructions 5 Air Circulation Installing the Projector in Proper Position Moving the Projector 6 6 6 Compliance 7 Part Names and Functions 8 Front Back Bottom Terminal Top Remote Control Remote Control Operating Range Remote Control Batteries Installation 8 8 8 9 10 11 12 12 Installation 13 Positioning the Projector Adjustable Feet Connecting the AC Power Cord Moving the Lens Connecting to Video Equipment (V
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 Instructions 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. Do not tilt the projector more than 20 degrees to either side. 20˚ 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.
Part Names and Functions q Exhaust Vent Front q CAUTION w Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side. w Air Intake Vent (The two arrows show air flow.
Part Names and Functions Terminal q * w y q t r e COMPUTER r Connect computer output, or RGB Scart 21-pin video output to this connector. (p17,18) COMPONENT 1 / 2 Connect the component video output to these jacks. (p16) t VIDEO Connect the composite video output from video equipment to this jack. (p16) y HDMI Connect the HDMI from video equipment to this terminal. (p17) w SERVICE PORT This jack is used to service this projector.
Part Names and Functions Top q w e r ON-OFF POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE MENU INPUT SELECT t q POWER ON–OFF button Turns the projector on or off. (p19) w POWER indicator Flashes red until the projector gets ready to be turned on. It lights red when the projector is in the stand-by mode. It remains green while the projector is under operation. When the front cover is closed it lights orange. e r 10 y WARNING indicator Lights red when the projector detects abnormal condition.
Part Names and Functions q LIGHT button Lights the buttons on the remote control for about 10 seconds. w MENU button Opens or closes the On-Screen Menu. (p22) e POINT (UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT) button Selects an item or adjusts value in the On-Screen Menu. These are also used to pan the image in the Digital zoom mode. (p40) r SCREEN button Selects a screen size. (p30, 31, 40) t INPUT buttons Selects input source. (p24, 32) y KEYSTONE buttons Corrects keystone distortion.
Part Names and Functions Remote Control Operating Range Point the remote control toward the projector (Infrared Remote Receiver) whenever pressing any button. Maximum operating range for the remote control is about 16.4’ (5m) and 60° in front of the projector. 16.4’ (5 m) Remote control 60° Remote Control Batteries Installation 1 Remove the battery compartment lid. 2 Slide the batteries into compartment. Pull up the lid and remove it. 3 Replace the compartment lid.
Installation Positioning the Projector This projector is designed to project on a flat projection surface and can be focused from 3.9’(1.2m) - 20.0’(6.1m). Refer to the figure and the table below for the screen size and the distance between the projector and the screen. 20.0' (6.1m) 15.1' (4.6m) 200” (Inch Diagonal) 9.8' (3.0m) 150” 3.9' (1.
Installation 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 being supplied.
Installation Moving the Lens The projection lens can be moved up, down, left, and right with the manual lens shift function. This function makes it easy to provide a projected image where you want. Turn the lens shift ring (left/right) left/right to move the lens leftward / rightward. Turn the lens shift ring (up/down) up/down to move the lens upward / downward.
Installation Connecting to Video Equipment (Video, S-Video) Video, S-video Use the supplied video cable or a s-video cable (not supplied). Video Equipment Composite Video Output S-VIDEO Output Video Cable (RCA x 1) S-video Cable VIDEO COMPUTER COMPU TER S-VIDEO COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI Connecting to Video Equipment (Component) Component Use a component cable (option).
Installation Connecting to Video Equipment (HDMI) HDMI Use a HDMI cable (option) for HDMI. Video Equipment HDMI Video Output HDMI Cable HDMI COMPUTER COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI Connecting to Video Equipment (RGB Scart) RGB Scart Use a Scart-VGA cable (option). Video Equipment RGB Scart 21-pin Output Scart-VGA Cable COMPUTER COMPUTER COMPONENT 1 2 HDMI NOTE ● See page 59 for ordering optional cables.
Installation Connecting to a Computer Computer (Analog) Use a VGA cable (option) or a DVI-VGA cable (commercially available). IBM-compatible or Macintosh computer Monitor Out DVI-VGA Cable VGA Cable COMPUTER COMPUTER COMPONENT 1 HDMI NOTE ● See page 59 for ordering optional cables. NOTE When connecting the cable, the power cords of both the projector and the external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet.
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 and open the front cover. Turn the Main On / Off switch on, and the POWER indicator flashes red in a moment and turns on red. (If the front cover is being closed, the POWER indicator light orange.) Open the front cover.
Basic Operation Zoom Adjustment Move the Zoom Lever to zoom in and out. Zoom Lever Focus Adjustment Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the projected picture focus.
Basic Operation Keystone Adjustment If a projected picture has keystone distortion, correct the image with KEYSTONE adjustment. 1 Press the KEYSTONE ▲/▼ button on the remote control or select the Keystone in the Setting Menu (p41). The Keystone dialog box appears. 2 Correct keystone distortion by pressing the KEYSTONE ▲/▼ button or the Point Up/Down button.
Basic Operation On-Screen Menu You can control and adjust this projector through the On-Screen Menu. Refer to the following pages to operate each adjustment on the On-Screen Menu. Remote Control LL LIGHT RESET MENU button CANCEL MENU 1 2 Select a menu from the main menu by pressing the Point Up/Down button, and press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. (The selected icon turns yellow.
Basic Operation Menus VIDEO MENUS Input Menu: selects input source. (p24-25) AV System Menu: selects video system from AUTO, PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, 1080i, 1035i, 720p, 575p, 480p, 575i, 480i. (p26) Image Select Menu: selects image level from Creative cinema, Pure cinema, Natural, Video, Dynamic, Powerful, Graphic, User Image 1 ~ 4. (p27) Image Adjust Menu: adjusts Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Color temp.
Video Input Input Source Selection (Video, S-Video, Component1/2, HDMI) Direct Operation Choose Input source by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or INPUT buttons on the remote control. Top Control Remote Control VIDEO DARK CLEAR INPUT S-VIDEO U-1 SELECT COMPO.1 C1 U-2 USER SETTING U-3 U-4 COMPO.2 C2 INPUT buttons HDMI LAMP MODE MY PICTURE PC LAMP INPUT buttons Press the VIDEO, S-VIDEO, COMPO.1 COMPO.2 or HDMI button on the remote control according to video input .
Video Input Menu Operation 1 Select the Input Source with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Select Input source with the Point Up/Down button and then press SELECT button. Video When video input signal is connected to the VIDEO jack, select Video. S-Video When video input signal is connected to the S-VIDEO jack, select S-video. COMPONENT 1/2 When video input signal is connected to the Y-Pb/CbPr/Cr jacks, select Component 1 / 2.
Video Input Video System Selection 1 Select the AV System Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Choose the system that you want to select with the Point Up/Down button and then press the SELECT button. AV System Menu (Video or S-Video) Video or S-Video 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 an image level among Creative cinema, Pure cinema, Natural, Video, Dynamic, Powerful, Graphic, User Image 1 ~ 4 by pressing the IMAGE buttons (CLEAR, DARK, and U-1-4 buttons) on the remote control. Each time you press the DARK button, Creative cinema, Pure cinema, Natural or Video can be selected. These levels are suitable for a dark room. Also, each time you press the CLEAR button, Dynamic, Powerful or Graphic can be selected.
Video Input Image Level Adjustment 1 2 Select the Image Adjust Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. Image Adjust Menu Select an item with the Point Up/Down button and press the Point Left/Right button to adjust the item. Contrast Press the Point Left button to decrease contrast and the Point Right button to increase contrast.
Video Input This arrow indicates that there are previous items. Select this item and press the Point Up button to go to the previous item. Progressive Interlace video signal can be converted to a progressive signal. Off ···· Not activated. L1 ···· Select “L1” for an active picture. L2 ···· Select “L2” for a still picture. Film When this function is on, it detects proper interleaving of 3-2 and 2-2 pull down for film-base sources and produces a suitable image for the input source.
Video Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has a useful function to resize a projected screen. 1 Select the Screen Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Select an item with the Point Up/Down button and press the Point Left/Right button to set the screen size. Screen Menu Full Provides an image to fit the width of the screen by expanding the width of the image uniformly.
Video Input Normal through Provides an image with no modification. (You can enjoy a high-quality image though the projected image is small.) Natural wide 1 Normal through Natural wide 1 Modifies an image of 4 : 3 aspect ratio to fit the screen size (16 : 9 aspect ratio). It expands the width and height of the image and makes it look natural. Natural wide 2 When the signal is 16:9, modifies an image of 4 : 3 aspect ratio to fit the screen size (16 : 9 aspect ratio).
Computer Input Input Source Selection Direct Operation Choose INPUT source by pressing the INPUT button on the top control or PC button on the remote control. Top Control Remote Control VIDEO DARK CLEAR INPUT S-VIDEO U-1 SELECT COMPO.1 C1 U-2 USER SETTING U-3 U-4 COMPO.2 C2 INPUT buttons HDMI LAMP MODE MY PICTURE PC Menu Operation 1 Select the Input Source Selection Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the submenu.
Computer Input Computer System Selection This projector can detect most of the current computer systems with the Multi-scan system and the Auto PC adjustment function provided in the projector. When selecting computer input, the projector automatically displays the most proper image for the input signal. One of the following four displays appears on the system menu icon.
Computer Input Computer Adjustment (Auto) The Auto PC adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Vertical to conform to your computer. This function can be operated as follows. 1 Select the PC Adjust Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Choose the AUTO PC adj. item and then press the SELECT button. PC Adjust Menu Auto PC adj.
Computer Input Computer Adjustment (Manual) Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-scan system of this projector. This projector has Manual PC Adjustment to enable you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats. The projector has 5 independent memory areas to memorize those parameters manually adjusted. This enables you to recall the setting for a specific computer whenever you use it.
Computer Input Display area Select Store to store adjustment data. Select the resolution at the Display area dialog box. Display area H Adjusts the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Press the Point Left/Right button to decrease/increase value. Display area V Adjusts the vertical area displayed by this projector. Press the Point Left/Right button to decrease/increase value. Reset Resets adjustments to their factory default settings.
Computer Input Image Level Selection Direct Operation Select an image level among Creative cinema, Pure cinema, Natural, Video, Dynamic, Powerful, Graphic, User Image 1 ~ 4 by pressing the IMAGE buttons (CLEAR, DARK, and U-1-4 buttons) on the remote control. Each time you press the DARK button, Creative cinema, Pure cinema, Natural or Video can be selected. These levels are suitable for a dark room. Also, each time you press the CLEAR button, Dynamic, Powerful or Graphic can be selected.
Computer Input Image Level Adjustment 1 Select the Image Adjust Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Select an item with the Point Up/Down button and press the Point Left/Right button to adjust the item. Image Adjust Menu Contrast Press the Point Left button to decrease contrast and the Point Right button to increase contrast.
Computer Input This arrow indicates that there are previous items. Select this item and press the Point Up button to go to the previous item. Lamp mode This function allows you to change brightness of the screen. Bright mode . . . . . . . . . Normal brightness React image mode 1 . . The controlled brightness according with input signal React image mode 2 . .Less bright but quieter than React image mode 1. Theater black mode . . .Lowers brightness and reduces the lamp power consumption.
Computer Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has a useful function to resize a projected screen. 1 Select the Screen Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Select an item with the Point Up/Down button and press the Point Left/Right button to set the screen size. Screen Menu Normal Provides image to fit screen size. Full Provides an image to fit the horizontal size of the screen. True Provides image in its original size.
Setting Setting 1 Select the Setting Menu with the Point Up/Down button, and then press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Select an item with the Point Up/Down button to set various settings. Setting Menu (Language) Language The language used in the On-Screen Menu is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, or Japanese. Keystone When the image is distorted vertically, select the Keystone.
Setting Advanced menu When this function is On, Advanced menu in Image level adjustment (both Video and computer input) can be selected. See Image level adjustment (p.29,39) for details. Capture Logo This function decides what to be displayed when starting up. Off ···· count-down only Default ···· the factory-set logo User ···· the image you captured Capture This function is used to capture the image being projected and use it for a starting-up display or interval of presentations.
Setting This arrow indicates that there are previous items. Select this item and press the Point Up button to go to the previous item. Power management For reducing power consumption as well as maintaining the lamp life, the Power management function turns off the projection lamp when the input signal is interrupted and no button is pressed for 30 seconds or more.
Setting Lamp counter reset Factory default This function is used to reset the lamp replace counter. When replacing the projection lamp, reset the lamp replace counter by using this function. See page 51 for operation. Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the lamp counter to the factory default settings. Cleaning This function is used to clean inside of the projector. Using blower at the same time is more effective.
Maintenance and Cleaning 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.
Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the RGB panels If some dusts attach to optical parts inside the projector, the brightness could decrease or shadows could appear on the screen and image deterioration could result. This projector equipped with RGB panel cleaning holes on the bottom of the projector to clean the internal parts (such as optical parts) of the projector.
Maintenance and Cleaning Clean with using the cleaning function in the Setting menu 1 Press MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu and select the Setting menu by pressing the Point Up/Down button. Then press Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Press Point Up/Down button to select the Cleaning function then press SELECT button to select the item. 3 4 The image is blacked out temporary. Turn over the projector then pull one of the hole covers upward gently.
Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Air Filter The air filters prevent dust from accumulating on the surface of the optical elements inside the projector. Should the air filters become clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat build up and adversely affect the life of the projector. Clean the air filters according to the following steps below. 1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
Maintenance and Cleaning Replacing the Air Filter When there is much dust and dirt on the air filter, replace it with a new one following the steps below. 1 After removing the air filter from the projector as described above, remove the replacement filter from the holder. 2 Holds the air filter with both hands, and remove the replacement filter by pulling it up. 3 Install a new replacement filter and put the air filter back into the projector. Remove the replacement filter as shown this figure.
Maintenance and Cleaning Lamp Replacement When the life of the projection lamp of this projector draws to an end, the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. If this indicator lights yellow, replace the lamp with a new one promptly. Top Control POWER This indicator lights yellow when the life of the projection lamp draws to an end. WARNING LAMP REPLACE CAUTION CAUTION Allow a projector to cool, for at least 45 minutes before you open the Lamp cover. The inside of the projector can become very hot.
Maintenance and Cleaning Lamp Replace Counter Be sure to reset the lamp replace counter after the lamp is replaced. When the lamp replace counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. 1 Turn the projector on, press the MENU button, and the OnScreen Menu will appear. Select the Setting Menu with the Point Up/Down button and press the Point Right button to enter the sub-menu. 2 Select the Lamp counter reset item and then press the SELECT button.
Appendix Troubleshooting 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 in “Connecting to Video Equipment” and "Connecting to a Computer" on page16 -18. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. – When you operate the projector with a computer and it does not project an image, restart the computer. Problem: – Try these solutions.
Appendix Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators POWER red/green/ orange WARNING LAMP REPLACE red yellow Projector Condition The Main On/Off switch is off or the AC power cord is unplugged. ✽ 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 Video Input/Computer Input Input Video Computer Video Go to System (1) S-video Go to System (1) Component 1 Go to System (2) Component 2 Go to System (2) HDMI Go to System (3) Computer RGB(Analog) Go to System (4) RGB(Scart) N/A ✽N/A - - - not applicable Video Input System (1) Auto PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC 4.43 PAL-M PAL-N System (2) Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i System (3) Image Adjust Contrast Brightness Color ❖ Tint ❖ Color temp.
Appendix Computer Input System (4) Mode 1 Mode 2 SVGA 1 ---- Screen Normal Full True Digital zoom ✽Systems displayed in the System Menu vary depending on an input signal. PC Adjust Auto PC adj. Fine sync.
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 Jacks Computer Input Terminal HDMI Input Terminal Service Port Connector Feet Adjustment Voltage and Power Consumption Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Remote Control Accessories Multimedia Projector 14.13" x 4.
Appendix Dimensions Unit : inch (mm) 4.52 (114.7) 14.13 (359) 2.68 (68) 11.8˚ (Max.) ON-OFF POWER WARNING LAMP REPLACE MENU 10.77 (273.5) INPUT SELECT 4.59 (116.
Appendix Configurations of Terminal Video terminal Terminal : HDMI Pin Configuration 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 19 Pin Type A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TMDS Data 2+ Input Ground (TMDS Data 2) TMDS Data 2- Input TMDS Data 1+ Input Ground (TMDS Data 1) TMDS Data 1- Input TMDS Data 0+ Input Ground (TMDS Data 0) TMDS Data 0- Input TMDS Clock+ Input 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Ground (TMDS Clock) TMDS Clock- Input --------SCL SDA Ground(DDC/CEC) +5V Pwer Plug insetr detection Computer termi
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