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Sanyo PLV-Z1 manual

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    Multimedia Pr ojector MODEL PL V -Z1 PL V -Z1BL Owner’ s Man ual[...]

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    2 T able of Contents T able of Contents 2 P ar t Names and Functions 9 Video Input 24 Computer Input / (RGB Scart 21-Pin Video Input) 31 Setting 42 Appendix 44 T o the Owner 3 Feature and Design 8 Front 9 Bottom 10 Back 10 Terminal 11 Top Controls and Indicators 12 Remote Control 13 Remote Control Batteries Installation 14 Operating Range 14 Input [...]

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    3 C AU TI ON : 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 IMPORTANT [...]

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    4 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[...]

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    5 Safety Instructions CA UTION IN CARR YING OR TRANSPORTING THE PR OJECT OR ● Do not drop or bump a projector, otherwise damages or malfunctions may result. ● When carrying a projector, use a suitable carrying case. ● Do not transport a projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case. This may cause damage to[...]

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    6 Compliance A C P ower Cord f or the United Kingdom : This cord is already fitted with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating, marked thus . If the fuse cover is detachable, never use the plu[...]

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    7 NO TE ON THE PO WER CORD AC Power Cord must meet requirement of the country where you use a projector. Confirm an AC plug type with the chart below and proper AC Power Cord must be used. If supplied AC Power Cord does not match your AC outlet, contact your sales dealer. Compliance To POWER CORD CONNECTOR on your projector. Pr ojector side A C Out[...]

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    8 Feature 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. ◆ Compatibility This projector widely accepts various video and comp[...]

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    9 Part Names and Functions Front PROJECTION LENS FRONT COVER INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVER TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS AIR INTAKE VENTS EXHAUST VENTS FOCUS RING ZOOM LEVER LENS SHIFT RING (LEFT/RIGHT) LENS SHIFT RING (UP/DOWN) CA UTION This projector is equipped with Cooling Fans for protection from overheating. Pay attention to the following to ensure [...]

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    10 Part Names and Functions Bottom Back CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vents. When using or installing the projector, the following precautions should be taken. ● Do not put any flammable objects near these vents. ● Keep front grills at least 3’(1m) away from any objects, especially heat-sensitive objects. ● Do not touch this[...]

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    11 Part Names and Functions Connect the S-VIDEO output from video equipment to this jack. (Refer to page 17.) S-VIDEO INPUT JACK Connect the computer output to this jack. (Refer to page 18.) COMPUTER INPUT TERMINAL * SERVICE PORT JACK This jack is used to service this projector. Connect the composite video output from video equipment to VIDEO jack.[...]

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    12 W ARNING TEMP . LAMP REPLACE READ Y LAMP MENU INPUT ON-OFF SELECT Part Names and Functions Used to open or close the on-screen menu. (p22) MENU BUTTON READY INDICATOR SELECT BUTTON POWER ON–OFF BUTTON INPUT BUTTON WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR LAMP INDICATOR POINT BUTTONS LAMP REPLACE INDICATOR Lights green when the projector is ready to be turned o[...]

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    13 ON-OFF KEYSTONE MENU SCREEN AUT O PC ADJ. AU TO NO SHOW IMA GE INPUT LIGHT SELECT 1 2 3 4 IMA GE AUT O VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPO COMPONENT VIDEO Part Names and Functions AUTO PC ADJ. BUTTON Used to operate Auto PC Adjustment function. (p34) IMAGE BUTTON Used to select image level. (p27, 38) Used to select input source. (p24, 31) POWER ON-OFF BUTTON Us[...]

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    14 Part Names and Functions To insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions: ● Use (2) AA, UM3 or R06 type alkaline batteries. ● Replace two batteries at the same time. ● 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 no[...]

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    15 Installation P ositioning the Pr ojector Tilting the Pr ojector Picture tilt and projection angle can be adjusted by rotating the Adjustable feet. Projection angle can be adjusted up to 11.8 degrees with the Adjustable feet. Lift the front of the projector and pull the Feet lock latches on both sides of the projector. 1 ADJUSTABLE FEET FEET LOCK[...]

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    16 Installation The Projection lens can be moved up and down with manual lens shift function. This function makes it easy to provide a projected image where you want. U/D ratio can be adjusted from 10 : 0 ~ 0 : 10 (refer to the figures below). Mo ving the Lens UPPERMOST LENS SHIFT RING (LEFT/RIGHT) Turn the lens shift ring (left/right) left/right t[...]

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    17 Installation Video Source (example) Video Cassette Recorder Video Disc Player Video Cable (RCA x 1) S-VIDEO Cable Terminals of the Projector NOTE When selecting the video input with the "AUTO" on the remote control or through menu operation, the projector selects connection in the following order: 1st Y-Pb/Cb-Pr/Cr 2nd S-VIDEO 3rd VIDE[...]

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    18 Installation ON 1 DIP ON OFF 2 3 4 5 6 13" MODE (640 x 480) 16" MODE (832 x 624) 19" MODE (1024 x 768) OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 12 34 5 6 OFF OFF ON ON ON ON 21" MODE (1152 x 870) IBM-compatible computer or Macintosh computer (VGA / SVGA / XGA / SXGA) VGA Cable ✽ Monitor Output Deskt[...]

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    19 T urning On the Pr ojector Connect the projector's AC Power Cord into an AC outlet, and open the front cover. Turn the MAIN ON/OFF switch on. The LAMP indicator lights red, and the READY indicator lights green. The READY indicator does not light green with the front cover closed. Press the POWER ON-OFF button on the top control or on the re[...]

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    20 Basic Operation Zoom Adjustment Focus Adjustment Move the ZOOM LEVER upward to make the image larger. Move the ZOOM LEVER downward to make the image smaller. Rotate the FOCUS RING to adjust the projected picture focus. FOCUS RING WIDE TELE ZOOM LEVER[...]

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    21 Ke ystone Adjustment 1 Press the KEYSTONE ▲ / ▼ button on the remote control or select the Keystone in the Setting menu. (Refer to page 42.) The Keystone dialog box appears. 2 Correct keystone distortion by pressing the KEYSTONE ▲ / ▼ button or the POINT UP/DOWN button. Press the KEYSTONE ▲ button or the POINT UP button to reduce the u[...]

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    22 Basic Operation On-Screen Menu MENU POINT RIGHT BUTTON ITEM Display the on-screen menu by pressing the MENU button on the top control or the remote control. A main menu appears. 1 Main menu Select an item by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN button, and activate the item that you have selected by the , , or button. Select a menu from the main menu by p[...]

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    23 Basic Operation Contents of Menus VIDEO MENUS COMPUTER MENUS INPUT SOURCE SELECTION: select input source either Video [Auto, Video, S-Video, (Y-Pb/Cb-Pr/Cr)] or Computer. (Refer to page 24, 25.) VIDEO SYSTEM SELECTION: select Video system from AUTO, PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, 1080i, 1035i, 720p, 575p, 480p, 575i, 480i. (Refer to p[...]

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    24 V ideo Input Input Sour ce Selection (Direct Operation) You can select Video input or Computer input with the INPUT button. (The input source that is selected last is selected when the projector is turned on.) If the projector cannot reproduce proper video source, select correct input source through menu operation on the next page. INPUT button [...]

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    25 Video Input Input Sour ce Selection (Menu Operation) Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Input Source Selection menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. Choose the Video with the POINT UP/DOWN button and press the POINT RIGHT button. The source selection menu appear[...]

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    26 Video input Video System Selection menu (VIDEO / S-VIDEO) Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Video System Selection menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. Choose the system that you want to select with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the SELECT button to[...]

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    27 Video Input Image Level Selection (Men u Operation) Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Image Level Selection menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. 1 2 Choose the level that you want to set with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the SELECT button to activa[...]

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    28 Video Input Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Image Level Adjustment menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. 1 2 Choose the item that you want to adjust with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to adjust each item. The items displ[...]

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    29 Video Input Press the POINT LEFT button to decrease contrast and the POINT RIGHT button to increase contrast. (From 0 to 63.) Press the POINT LEFT button to adjust image darker and the POINT RIGHT button to adjust image brighter. (From 0 to 63.) Contrast Brightness Press the POINT LEFT button or the POINT RIGHT button to obtain better balance of[...]

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    30 Video Input This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the desirable image size. NOTE : The Screen Size Adjustment cannot be operated when “ 720p, ” “ 1035i, ” or “ 1080i ” is selected in the Video System Selection menu (p26). Provides an image to fit screen size (16 : 9 aspect ratio) by expandi[...]

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    31 Computer Input / (RGB Scart 21-Pin Video Input) Input Sour ce Selection (Menu Operation) Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Input Source Selection menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. Choose the Computer with the POINT UP/DOWN button and press the POINT RIGHT b[...]

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    32 Computer Input This projector automatically tunes to most different types of computers based on VGA, SVGA, XGA, or SXGA in most cases (refer to “ Compatible Computer System ” on the next page). When selecting Computer, this projector automatically tunes to incoming signal and projects proper image without any special setting. The projector d[...]

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    33 Computer Input Compatible Computer System 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. 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 7[...]

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    34 Computer Input Computer Adjustment (A uto) (Menu Operation) 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. Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Computer Adjustment menu with[...]

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    35 Computer Input Computer Adjustment (Manual) This projector can automatically tune to the display signals from most personal computers currently distributed. However, some computers employ special signal formats which are different from the standard ones and may not be tuned by Multi- Scan system of this projector. If this happens, the projector [...]

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    36 Computer Input To store adjustment data. To clear adjustment data. Choose one of the positions from the Mode 1 to 5 where you want to store with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and press the SELECT button. Select "Yes" with the SELECT button and close the menu by pressing the SELECT button at the Quit. 4 Adjust an image as necessary to elimi[...]

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    37 Computer Input Adjustment of horizontal area displayed with this projector. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to decrease/increase value to match the resolution of image. Display area H Adjustment of vertical area displayed with this projector. Press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to decrease/increase value to match the resolution of image. Display[...]

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    38 Computer Input Image Level Selection (Men u Operation) Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Image Level Selection menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. 1 2 Choose the level that you want to set with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the SELECT button to act[...]

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    39 Computer Input Press the MENU button, and the main menu appears. Select the Image Level Adjustment menu with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT RIGHT button to enter the sub-menu. 1 2 Choose the item that you want to adjust with the POINT UP/DOWN button, and then press the POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to adjust each item. The items di[...]

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    40 Computer Input Press the POINT LEFT button to decrease contrast and the POINT RIGHT button to increase contrast. (From 0 to 63.) Press the POINT LEFT button to adjust image darker and the POINT RIGHT button to adjust image brighter. (From 0 to 63.) Contrast Brightness Press the POINT LEFT button or the POINT RIGHT button to obtain better balance[...]

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    41 Computer Input This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the desirable image size. When Digital zoom is selected, the on-screen menu disappears and the message “ D.Zoom ” is displayed. Press the SELECT button to expand the image. And press the POINT UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to pan the image. Pannin[...]

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    42 SETTING Keystone When the image is distorted vertically, select the Keystone. The on- screen menu disappears and the Keystone dialog box is displayed. Correct keystone distortion by pressing the POINT UP/DOWN button. Refer to Keystone Adjustment on page 21. Language Language is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, [...]

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    43 Setting This function turns the Projection lamp off when this projector detects signal interruption and is not used for a certain period in order to reduce power consumption and maintain the lamp lifetime. (This projector is shipped with this function ON.) This function operates as follows; Power management This function is used to reset the Lam[...]

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    44 Appendix Lamp Replacement 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. ORDER REPLA CEMENT LAMP Replacement Lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering a Projection Lamp, give the following informat[...]

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    45 Appendix Lamp Replace Counter Be sure to reset the Lamp Replace Counter after the Lamp assembly is replaced. After the Lamp Replace Counter is reset, the LAMP REPLACE indicator stops lighting. NOTE : Do not reset the Lamp Replace Counter before the Projection lamp is replaced. Turn on the projector and press the MENU button. The main menu appear[...]

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    46 Appendix Cleaning the Pr ojection Lens Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cleaning cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner. Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch a surface. When the projector is not in use, close the front cover. 1 3 Lightly wipe the Projection lens with a cleaning clot[...]

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    47 Appendix Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the following: • Make sure you have connected the projector to video equipment or your computer as described on page 17 and 18. • Check cable connection. Verify that all video, computer, and power cord are properly connected. • Verify that all power is switched on.[...]

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    48 Appendix If the problem still persists after following all operating instructions, contact the sales dealer where you purchased the projector or the service center. Give the model number and explain the difficulty. We will advise you how to obtain service. LAMP The projector is OFF. READY The projector is READY to be turned on. WARNING TEMP. (pa[...]

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    49 Appendix 0.7" Wide TFT Active Matrix type, 3 panels Multi-media Projector 7.5lbs (3.4 kg) 13.11" x 4.27" x 9.70" (333mm x 108.5mm x 246.5mm) (not including Adjustable Feet) 964 x 544 dots 1,573,248 (964 x 544 x 3 panels) PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M and PAL-N H-sync. 15 ~ 80 KHz, V-sync. 50 ~ 100 Hz Adjustable from 30 ?[...]

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    50 Appendix WARNING TEMP . LAMP LAMP REPLACE READ Y LAMP LAMP MENU INPUT ON-OFF SELECT Unit : inch (mm) 13.11 (333) 9.70 (246.5) 4.27 (108.5) 11.8 ˚ (Max.) Dimensions[...]

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    51 Appendix Configuration of T erminals COMPUTER INPUT TERMINAL (ANALOG) Terminal : HDB15-PIN 5 1 2 3 4 10 9 6 7 8 15 14 13 11 12 Red Input Ground (Horiz.sync.) Green Input Sense 2 Blue Input Ground (Red) Ground (Green) Ground (Blue) 1 5 2 4 3 6 7 8 No Connect Horiz. sync. Ground (Vert.sync.) Sense 1 Sense 0 Vert. sync. Reserved 9 13 10 12 11 14 15[...]

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    Printed in Japan Part No. 610 304 8642 (1AA6P1P3626A- M4JAB) SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.[...]