Eiki LC-XB41 manual

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2 F eatures and Design ◆ Compact Design This projector is designed compact in size and weight. It is easy to carry and work anywhere you wish to use. ◆ Compatibility The projector widely accepts various video and computer input signals including; Computers, 6 Color systems (PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N) video, Component video, S-Vid[...]

3 T able of Contents Tr ademar ks Each name of corporations or products in this book is either a registered trademark or a trademark of its respective corporation. F eat ur es and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 T able of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

4 To the Owner CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE EXCEPT LAMP REPLACEMENT. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IM[...]

5 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. Follow all warnings and instructions m[...]

Mo ving the Pr oject or 6 Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, 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 taken. – Do n[...]

7 Use the projector properly in specified positions. Improper positioning may reduce the lamp life and result in severe accident or fire hazard. This projector can project the picture upward, downward, or backward, perpendicular to the plane of the screen as shown in the figure below. Bottom Downward (Usual) Front Downward Bottom Upward Front Upwar[...]

Compliance 8 The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it. AC Po w er Cor d for the Unit ed Stat es and Canada: AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standard Association (CSA). AC Power Cord has[...]

9 Bot t om Bac k q Zoom Ring w Infrared Remote Receiver e Focus Ring r Projection Lens t Slide Shutter Lever y Top Controls and Indicators u Exhaust Vent i !4 !3 !2 !1 CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vents. Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side. e r t y Fr ont !0 o q w u o o !4 i Speaker o Air Intake Vents !0 Terminals and [...]

10 o S-VIDEO IN Connect the S-VIDEO output signal from video equipment to this jack (p.16). y AUDIO IN Connect the audio output signal from video equipment connected to t or o to this jack. For a mono audio signal (a single audio jack), connect it to the L (MONO) jack (p.16). u COMPUTER/COMPONENT AUDIO IN Connect the audio output (stereo) signal fr[...]

11 Pa rt Names and Functions q w r y u i q LAMP REPLACE indicator Lights yellow when the projection lamp reaches its end of life (pp.54, 60). u WARNING indicator – Lights red when the projector detects an abnormal condition. – Blinks red when the internal temperature of the projector exceeds the operating range (pp.51, 60). w ON/STAND–BY butt[...]

12 To ensure safe operation, please observe the following precautions : – Do not bend, drop the remote control or expose the remote control to moisture or heat. – For cleaning, use soft dry cloth. Do not apply benzene, thinner, splay or any chemical material. t e o !3 r !4 !2 q ON/STAND-BY button Turn the projector on or off. (pp.19, 20) w VIDE[...]

13 Pa rt Names and Functions 1 2 3 To 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. ● Do not[...]

14 100" 150" 200" 300" 247" 166" 124" 82" 33" 40" A B 32.8’ (10.0 m) 22.0’ (6.7 m) 16.4’ (5.0 m) 10.8’ (3.3 m) Max. Zoom Min. Zoom A : B = 9 : 1 Screen Size (W x H) mm 4 : 3 aspect ratio Zoom (min) 40” Zoom (max) 813 x 610 5.2’ (1.6m) 4.3’ (1.3m) 100” 2032 x 1524 13.1’ (4.0 m) 10.8[...]

15 Installation Connecting t o a Comput er Cables used for connection • VGA Cable (Mini D-sub 15 pin)* • Audio Cables (*One cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment Audio cable (stereo) Audio Output COMPUTER /COMPONENT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT (stereo) Audio Input COMPUTER IN 1 ✔ Notes: •I npu[...]

16 Installation Connecting t o V ideo Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment Audio cable (stereo) VIDEO S-VIDEO S-video cable Video and audio cable Composite Video and Audio Output S-video Output AUDIO IN Audio [...]

17 Installation Connecting t o Component V ideo Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables • Scart-VGA Cable • Component Cable • Component-VGA Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector.) External Audio Equipment Audio cable (stereo) Audio cable (stereo) Audio Input Component Video Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) RGB Scart 21-pin O[...]

18 Installation Connecting the A C P o w er Cor d 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 p[...]

19 The preparation display will disappear after 30 seconds. (See page 46 for Lamp control status.) Lamp control status Tu r ning On the Project or Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights red. Open the slide shutter by sliding the slide shutter lever. (see page 53) Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top[...]

20 The message will disappear after 4 seconds. TO MAINTAIN THE LIFE OF THE LAMP, ONCE YOU TURN THE PROJECTOR ON, WAIT AT LEAST FIVE MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF. Tu r ning Off the Pr ojector Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and “Power off?” appears on the screen. Press the ON/STAND-BY button again to tu[...]

21 Basic Oper ation Menu bar Pointer (red frame ) Menu icon Item data Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value. SELECT button Pointer (red frame ) Press the Point ed buttons to move the pointer. Item On-Screen Menu Quit Exit this menu. SELECT button POINT buttons Remote Control MENU button Ho w t o Operat e the On-Scr een Menu The projector [...]

22 Menu Bar PC Syst em Menu Used to select computer system. (p.27) Image A djust Menu Used to adjust computer image. [Contrast / Brightness / Color temp. / White balance (R/G/B) / Sharpness / Gamma] (pp.32, 33) Set ting Menu Used to set the projector's operating configurations. (pp.42-50) Sound Menu Used to adjust the volume or mute the sound.[...]

23 Basic Oper ation Rotate the Zoom Ring to zoom in and out. Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Zoom Ring Focus Ring 1 2 Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Sound Menu icon. Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the top control or on the remote control[...]

24 Remote Control Remot e Contr ol Oper ation For some frequently used operations, using the remote control is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to make the operation, and no need for calling up the On-Screen Menu. COMPUTER /VIDEO button ✔ Note: • See the next page for the other buttons. Press the FREEZE button on the remo[...]

25 Basic Oper ation Remote Control D.ZOOM buttons NO SHOW button AUTO PC button ✔ Note: • See the previous page for the other buttons. POINT ed buttons black out ➜ the captured image ➜ normal ➜ • • • • • Press the NO SHOW button on the remote control to black out the image. To restore to normal, press the NO SHOW button again or[...]

26 Choose either Computer 1 or Computer 2 by pressing the COMPUTER 1 button or COMPUTER 2 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. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 [...]

27 The Auto PC Adjustment function operates to adjust the projector. PC System Menu The PC System Menu icon Selected system is displayed. Systems on this dialog box can be selected. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC System Menu icon. Press the Point ed buttons to[...]

28 Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Total dots, Horizontal, and Vertical to conform to your computer. Auto PC Adjustment function can be operated as follows. Move the red frame pointer to the Auto PC Adj. item and press the SELECT button. "Please wait..." message will appear while Auto PC adjustme[...]

29 Computer Input Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the PC Adjust Menu icon. 1 2 Press the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box. Press the Point 7 8 butto[...]

30 Use the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the horizontal area displayed by this projector. Display area H Use 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 To store the adjusted data, select Store and then press the SELECT button. Move the red arrow pointer to on[...]

31 Computer Input Move the red frame pointer to the mode and press the SELECT button. The level being selected. Image Select Menu Image Select Menu icon IMAGE button Dynamic Real Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Imag e Mode Selection Image 4 Blackboard (Green) Standard Remote Control IMAGE button Normal picture mode preset on the projector. Standard Picture[...]

32 Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box. Use th[...]

33 Computer Input Store Exit the Image Adjust Menu. Quit To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Use the Point ed buttons to select one from Image 1 to 4 and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes]. Stored data can be called up by selecting "Image (1-4)" in the Image Select M[...]

Remote Control D.ZOOM + button POINT buttons SELECT button D.ZOOM - button 34 Computer Input ✔ Notes: • The panning function may not operate properly if the stored Mode in the PC Adjust Menu is used. (p.30) • The minimum compression ratio can be limited depending on the input signal or when the Keystone function is working. • True, Full scr[...]

35 Choose Video by pressing the VIDEO button on the top control or the remote control. Before using these buttons, correct input source should be selected through menu operation as described below. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Input Menu icon. Press the Point e[...]

36 Choose Computer 2 by pressing the COMPUTER 2 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. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to[...]

37 Video Input Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the AV System Menu icon. 1 Vi deo S ystem Selection AV System Menu (Video or S-Video) AV System Menu (Component) Use the Point ed buttons to move the red arrow pointer to the desired system and then press the SELECT butto[...]

38 Move the red frame pointer to a mode and press the SELECT button. The selected image mode is check marked. Image Select Menu Image Select Menu icon IMAGE button Dynamic Cinema Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Imag e Mode Selection Blackboard (Green) Standard Remote Control IMAGE button Video Input Standard Cinema Blackboard(Green) For viewing wit[...]

39 Video Input Press the Point 7 8 buttons to adjust the value. Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Press the Point 7 8 buttons to move the red frame pointer to the Image Adjust Menu icon. 1 2 Use the Point ed buttons to move the red frame pointer to the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog[...]

40 To store the adjusted data, select Store and press the SELECT button. Use the point ed buttons to select one from Image 1 to 4 and press the SELECT button. A confirmation box appears and then select [Yes]. Stored data can be called up by selecting "Image (1-4)" in the Image Select Menu on page 38. To reset the adjusted data, select Res[...]

41 Video Input This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Wide Normal Scr een Size A djustment Adjust the screen scale and position manually with this function. Press the SELECT button at Custom and the “Custom” is displayed on the screen for a few seconds and then the Aspect dialog box[...]

42 Display 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 frame pointer to the Setting Menu icon. 1 2 Language The language used in the O[...]

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 will be displayed when turning on the projector next time or pressing the NO SHOW butt[...]

44 Setting Logo PIN code loc k This function prevents an unauthorized person from changing the screen logo. Off ............ The screen logo can be changed freely from the Logo Menu (p.43). On ............ The screen logo cannot be changed without a Logo PIN code. If you want to change the Logo PIN code lock setting, press the SELECT button and the[...]

45 Setting Ceiling Rear Ceiling When this function is set to “On,” the picture will be top/bottom and left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from a ceiling-mounted projector. Rear When this function is set to “On,” the picture will be left/right reversed. This function is used to project the image from rear of the s[...]

46 Setting On start When this function is “On”, the projector will be automatically turned on just by connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet. ✔ Note: Be sure to turn the projector off properly (see “Turning Off the Projector” on page 20). If the projector is turned off in the incorrect sequence, the On start function does not opera[...]

47 Setting Key lock If the top control accidentally becomes locked and you do not have the remote control nearby or there is something wrong with your remote control, contact the dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center. Key lock Select Key lock. Choose one of the alternatives with the Point ed buttons and select [Yes] to acti[...]

48 Setting Change the PIN code loc k setting Use the Point 7 8 buttons to switch between the options. Use the Point 7 8 button to select Off, On1, or On2 and then move the pointer to “Quit” with the Point d button. Press the SELECT button to close the dialog box. Change the PIN code loc k setting Enter a PIN code Use the Point ed buttons to ent[...]

49 Setting This function provides the following options in the cooling fans’ operation when the projector is turned off (p.20). L1 ....... Normal operation L2 ....... Slower and lower-sound than the normal operation (L1), but it takes more time to cool the projector down. Fan Choose the running speed of cooling fans from the following options. No[...]

50 Setting Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the user logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, lamp counter, and filter counter to the factory default settings. Exit the Setting Menu. Quit Select Factory default and this box appears. Select [Yes], and the next box appears. Select [Yes] to activate it. F actory def [...]

51 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. Wa rn i ng Indicat or The pr ojector is shut do wn and the W ARNING indicat or is blinking r ed. When the temperature inside the projector reaches a certain level, the pr[...]

52 Turn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. Turn the projector over and remove the filter by pulling the latches upward. 1 2 Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filter becomes clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may [...]

53 Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Pr ojector Cabinet Cleaning the Pr ojection Lens Slide Shutter is provided to protect the surface of the lens against scratches and dirt. When you are not using the projector, close the Slide Shutter. To open or close, use the Slide Shutter Lever on the top of the cabinet. Do not close the shutter when the p[...]

54 Maintenance and Cleaning When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen and LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. Replace the lamp with a new one promptly. The timing when the LAMP REPLACE indicator should light is depending on the lamp mode. Follow these steps to replace the la[...]

55 Maintenance and Cleaning This projector uses a high-pressure lamp which must be handled carefully and properly. Improper handling may result in accidents, injury, or create a fire hazard. ● Lamp life may differ from lamp to lamp and according to the environment of use. There is no guarantee of the same life for each lamp. Some lamps may fail o[...]

56 Tr oubleshooting 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 page15-17. – Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. –W hen you operate the projector with a comp[...]

57 This symbol on the nameplate means the product is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. It is designed and manufactured to meet rigid U.L. safety standards against risk of fire, casualty and electrical hazards. Appendix The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC). Some displays are not seen –Check the Display f[...]

58 Appendix Menu T r ee Mode 1 Mode 2 SVGA 1 - - - - Auto PC Adj. Fine sync. Total dots Horizontal Vertical Display area - H Display area - V Reset Dynamic Real Blackboard(Green) Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image Adjust Contrast Brightness Color temp. Red Gamma Store Quit Normal True Wide Full screen Custom Digital zoom + 0 - 31 0 - 63 0 - 63 Computer [...]

59 Appendix Auto PAL SECAM NTSC NTSC 4.43 PAL-M PAL-N V ideo Input Auto 1080i 1035i 720p 575p 480p 575i 480i Dynamic Cinema Blackboard(Green) Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Quit Normal Wide Custom 0 - 63 0 - 63 Off Set ting Image Select System (2) System (3) Image Adjust Contrast Brightness Color Tint Red Green Blue Sharpness Reset Store Gamma Progressive[...]

60 Appendix Check the indicators for projector condition. • • • green. • • • red • • • off • • • blinks green. ✽ When the life of the projection lamp draws to an end, the LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow. When this indicator lights yellow, replace the projection lamp with a new one promptly. Reset the lamp replacement [...]

61 Appendix Compatible Comput er Specifications The projector can basically accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 140 MHz of Dot Clock. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY RESOLUTION H-Freq. (kHz) V-Freq. (Hz) VGA 1 640 x 480 31.47 59.88 VGA 2 720 x 400 31.47 70.09 VGA 3 640 x 400 31.47 70.09 VGA 4 640 x 480 37.86[...]

62 Appendix Te c hnical Specifications Mechanical Information Projector Type Multi-media Projector Dimensions (W x H x D) 13.15” x 3.07” x.9.17” (334 mm x 78 mm x 233 mm) (Not including adjustable feet) Net Weight 7.5 lbs (3.3 kg) Feet Adjustment 0˚ to approx. 9˚ Panel Resolution LCD Panel System 0.8" TFT Active Matrix type, 3 panels P[...]

63 Appendix Model No. COMPONENT-VGA Cable : AH-98771 SCART-VGA Cable : AH-98881 Soft Carrying Case : AH-82201 The parts listed below are optionally available. When ordering those parts, give the item name and Model No. to the sales dealer. Optional P arts Accessories Owner's Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Reference Guide AC Power Cord Remote Control an[...]

64 Appendix Terminal : Mini DIN 8-PIN 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 6 SERVICE PORT CONNECTOR R X D ----- ----- GND RTS / CTS GND GND Serial 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COMPUTER INPUT/COMPONENT INPUT/MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) Terminal : Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) 5 1 2 3 4 10 9 6 7 8 15 14 13 11 12 Dimensions Red (R/Cr) Input / Output Ground (Horiz.sync.) Green (G/Y[...]

65 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* Factory default set No: 4 3 2 1* *Should the four-digit number be changed, the factory set numb[...]

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