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.
If  your  projector  seems  to  operate  improperly,  read  this
manual again, check operations and cable connections and try
the  solutions  in  the  “Troubleshooting”  section  at  the  end  of
this  booklet.    If  the  problem  still  persists,  contact  the  sales
dealer  where  you  purchased  the  projector  or  the  service
center.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
IMPORTANT  OPERATING  AND  MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS  IN  THE  OWNER'S  MANUAL  WITH
THIS UNIT.
Safety Precaution
WARNING :  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK,  DO  NOT  EXPOSE  THIS  APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
– This  projector  produces  intense  light  from  the  projection
lens.  Do not stare directly into the lens as possible.  Eye
damage could result.  Be especially careful that children do
not stare directly into the beam.
– Install  the  projector  in  a  proper  position.    If  not,  it  may
result in a fire hazard.
– Take  appropriate  space  on  the  top,  sides  and  rear  of  the
projector cabinet for allowing air circulation and cooling the
projector.    Minimum  distance  should  be  taken.    If  the
projector  is  to  be  built  into  a  compartment  or  similarly
enclosed, the minimum distances must be maintained.  Do
not cover the ventilation slot on the projector.  Heat build-
up  can  reduce  the  service  life  of  your  projector,  and  can
also be dangerous.
SIDE and TOP
REAR
20cm
50cm
50cm
50cm
– Do  not  put  any  flammable  object  or  spray  can  near  the
projector, hot air is exhausted from the ventilation holes.
– If  the  projector  is  not  to  be  used  for  an  extended  time,
unplug the projector from the power outlet.
READ  AND  KEEP  THIS  OWNER'S  MANUAL  FOR  LATER
USE.
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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 marked on the projector.
This projector should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label.  If you are not sure of
the type of power supplied, consult your authorized dealer or
local power company.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in fire or electric shock.  Do not allow anything to rest
on  the  power  cord.    Do  not  locate  this  projector  where  the
cord may be damaged by persons walking on it.
For added protection to the projector during a lightning storm,
or  when  it  is  left  unattended  and  unused  for  long  periods  of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet.  This will prevent damage
due to lightning and power line surges.
Do not attempt to service this projector yourself as opening or
removing  covers  may  expose  you  to  dangerous  voltage  or
other  hazards.    Refer  all  servicing  to  qualified  service
personnel.
Do  not  expose  this  unit  to  rain  or  use  near  water...  for
example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc...
Do  not  use  attachments  not  recommended  by  the
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The  projector  may  fall,  causing  serious  injury  to  a  child  or
adult, and serious damage to the projector.  Use only with a
cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the  projector.    Wall  or  shelf  mounting  should  follow  the
manufacturer's  instructions,  and  should  use  a  mounting  kit
approved by the manufacturers.
An appliance and cart combination should
be  moved  with  care.    Quick  stops,
excessive  force,  and  uneven  surfaces
may  cause  the  appliance  and  cart
combination to overturn.
Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are
provided  for  ventilation,  to  insure  reliable  operation  of  the
equipment and to protect it from overheating.
The  openings  should  never  be  covered  with  cloth  or  other
materials,  and  the  bottom  opening  should  not  be  blocked  by
placing  the  projector  on  a  bed,  sofa,  rug,  or  other  similar
surface.  This projector should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register.
Unplug  this  projector  from  wall  outlet  and  refer  servicing  to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the projector.
c. If the projector has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the projector does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions.  Adjust only those controls that are
covered  by  the  operating  instructions  as  improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often  require  extensive  work  by  a  qualified  technician  to
restore the projector to normal operation.
e. If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When  the  projector  exhibits  a  distinct  change  in
performance-this indicates a need for service.
When  replacement  parts  are  required,  be  sure  the  service
technician  has  used  replacement  parts  specified  by  the
manufacturer  that  have  the  same  characteristics  as  the
original  part.    Unauthorized  substitutions  may  result  in  fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
Upon  completion  of  any  service  or  repairs  to  this  projector,
ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to
determine that the projector is in safe operating condition.
This  projector  should  not  be  placed  in  a  built-in  installation
such as a book case unless proper ventilation is provided.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Never  push  objects  of  any  kind  into  this  projector  through
cabinet  slots  as  they  may  touch  dangerous  voltage  points  or
short  out  parts  that  could  result  in  a  fire  or  electric  shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the projector.
Do  not  install  the  projector  near  the  ventilation  duct  of  air-
conditioning equipment.
Bij  dit  product  zijn  batterijen
geleverd.  
Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u
ze  niet  weggooien  maar
inleveren als KCA.
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Safety Instruction
Air Circulation
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. 
Installing the Projector in Proper Position
Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may reduce
the lamp lifetime and cause a fire hazard.
CAUTION
Hot  air  is  exhausted  from  the  exhaust  vent.    When  using  or
installing  the  projector,  the  following  precautions  should  be
taken. 
–  Do not put any flammable objects near the vent.
–  Keep  the  exhaust  vent  at  least  3’(1m)  away  from  any
objects.
–  Do  not  touch  a  peripheral  part  of  the  exhaust  vent,  espe-
cially screws and metallic part.  This area will become hot
while the projector is being used.
–  Do not put anything on the cabinet.  The materials put on
the  cabinet  will  not  only  get  damaged  but  also  cause  fire
hazard by heat.
Cooling  fans  are  provided  to  cool  down  the  projector.    This
projector  monitors  internal  temperature  and  control  the  run-
ning speed of the cooling fans.  
NO DOWNWARD
20˚
20˚
NO UPWARD
Do not tilt the projector more than 20
degrees to either side.
Do not point the projector up to pro-
ject an image. 
Do not point the projector down to
project an image. 
Do not put the projector on either
side to project an image. 
Air Intake Vent
NO SIDEWARD
Moving the Projector
When  moving  the  projector,  replace  the  Lens  Cover  and
retract  Adjustable  Feet  to  prevent  damage  to  the  lens  and
cabinet.
When the  projector is not in use for an extended period,  put
it into the case (carrying bag) supplied with the projector. 
Exhaust Vent
(Hot air exhaust)
CAUTION
Carrying  Bag  (supplied)  is  intended  for  protection  from  dust
and  scratches  on  the  surface  of  a  cabinet,  and  it  is  not
designed to protect an appliance from external forces.  Do not
transport  a  projector  through  a  courier  or  transport  services
with this bag, otherwise the projector can be damaged.  When
handling  a  projector,  do  not  drop,  bump,  subject  it  to  strong
forces or put other things on the cabinet.  
CAUTION IN CARRYING OR TRANSPORTING
THE PROJECTOR
– 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  a  projector.    To  transport  a  projector  through  a
courier  or  transport  service,  consult  your  dealer  for  best
way.
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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.  However, there is
no  guarantee  that  interference  will  not  occur  in  a  particular  installation.    If  this  equipment  does  cause  harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures :
– Reorient or relocate the receiving  antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do  not  make  any  changes  or  modifications  to  the  equipment  unless  otherwise  specified  in  the  instructions.    If  such
changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Model Number 
Trade Name 
Responsible party 
Address 
: PLC-SW30
: Sanyo
: SANYO FISHER COMPANY
: 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth,
: TGX0043-011010 (1AV4U20B69000)
IR Presentation Remote Receiver for Projector
: HOSIDEN
: Hosiden America Corp.
: 120 East State Parkway, Schaumburg, IL, 60173
: (847)885-8870
Telephone No. 
: (818)998-7322
California 91311
Model Number
Trade Name
Responsible Party
Address
Telephone No.
The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.  
AC Power Cord Requirement
AC Power Cord for the United States 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 a grounding-type AC line plug.  This is a safety feature to be sure that the
plug  will  fit  into  the  power  outlet.    Do  not  try  to  defeat  this  safety  feature.    Should  you  be
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician.
GROUND
AC Power Cord for the United Kingdom :
ASA
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 plug with the cover omitted.  If a replacement fuse
cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug (i.e. red or orange).  Fuse
covers are available from the Parts Department indicated in your User Instructions.
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet, it should be cut off and destroyed.
The end of the flexible cord should be suitably prepared and the correct plug fitted.  (See Over)
WARNING  :  A  PLUG  WITH  BARED  FLEXIBLE  CORD  IS  HAZARDOUS  IF  ENGAGED  IN  A  LIVE  SOCKET
OUTLET.
The Wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow ············ Earth
Blue ································· Neutral
Brown ······························ Live
As  the  colours  of  the  wires  in  the  mains  lead  of  this  apparatus  may  not  correspond  with  the  coloured  markings
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter E or by the safety earth symbol 
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured
black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red. WARNING : THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
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Table of Contents
To the Owner  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Compliance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Features and Design  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Front  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Top panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Terminals  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Remote Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Operating Range  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Preparation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Connecting the AC Power Cord  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Positioning the Projector  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Adjustable Feet  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Remote Control Battery Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Attaching the Lens Cover  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Connecting to a Computer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Connecting to Video Equipment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Before Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
How to Operate the On-Screen Menu  . . . . . . . . . .17
Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Basic Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Turning On the Projector  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Turning Off the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Adjusting the Screen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Zoom Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Focus Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Keystone Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Picture Freeze Function  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
No Show Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
P-Timer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Sound Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Computer Input  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Input Source Selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Computer System Selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PC Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Auto PC Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Manual PC Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Image Level Selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Image Level Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Screen SIze Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Video Input  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Input Source Selection ( Video, S-Video ) . . . . . . . . . .30
Input Source Selection ( Component, RGB Scart 21-pin)  . .31
Video System Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Image Level Selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Image Level Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Screen Size Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Setting Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Using the Presentation Remote Control  . . . . . . . . .39
Presentation Remote Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Lamp Replacement  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Lamp Replace  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Lamp Replace Counter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Warning Indicator  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Air Filter   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Cleaning the Projection Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Indicators and Projector Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Menu Tree  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Compatible Computer Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . .49
Technical Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Configuration of Terminals  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Optional Parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
TRADEMARKS
• Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc.
• IBM, VGA, XGA, and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc.
• Windows and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Each name of corporations or products in the owner's manual is a trademark or a registered trademark of its respective
corporation.
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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
Digital Zoom (for Computer)
Extremely compact in size and weight.  It is designed to
be carried and work anywhere you wish to use.
Digital  Zoom  function  expands  (to  approx.  16  times  of
screen size) or compress the image size, allowing you to
focus on crucial information at a presentation. ( ☞ P29 )
Outstanding Compatibility 
This  projector  widely  accepts  various  video  and
computer input signals including;
– Computers
IBM-compatible  or  Macintosh  computer  up  to
1280 x 1024 resolution.
– 6 Color Systems
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M or PAL-N 
color system can be connected.
–  Component Video
Component  video  signal,  such  as  a  DVD  player
output,  high  definition  TV  signals  including  480i,
480p,  575i,  575p,  720p,  1035i  or  1080i,  can  be
connected.
–  S-Video
S-Video signal, such as a S-VHS VCR output signal,
can be connected.
– RGB Scart
Digital Keystone Adjustment
Positioning height of the projector may result in distorted
image  being  displayed  in  a  trapezoid  shape.    Keystone
Adjustment  solves  this  problem  by  digitally  altering
projection to produce undistorted images. ( ☞ P20, P36 )
Interlace Progressive Conversion
HIgh-quality  picture  is  available  with  this  technology
which converts interlace signal  into progressive signal. 
( ☞ P35 )
Multi-language Menu Display
Operation  menu  is  displayed  in;  English,  German,
French,  Italian,  Spanish,  Portuguese,  Dutch,  Swedish,
Russian, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. ( ☞ P36 )
RGB Scart signal can be connected.
User Logo
Superb Image Quality
Supports 800 x 600 dots resolution for computer input.
Resolution from a computer between SVGA (800 x 600)
and  SXGA  (1280  x  1024)  is  precisely  compressed  into
800 x 600 dots. 
Multi-Scan System
This  projector  has  Multi-Scan  System  to  conform  to
almost all computer output signals quickly.  No need for
troublesome manual adjustment of frequency and other
settings. ( ☞ P23 )
Auto PC Adjustment
Incoming computer signals are recognized and the best
adjustment is automatically set by Auto PC Adjustment.
No  complicated  setup  is  necessary  and  projection  is
always precise. ( ☞ P24 )
A  projected  image  can  be  captured  and  used  for  the
starting display of the projector. ( ☞" Capture function" P36 )
You  can  also  display  the  captured  image  in  an  interval
during  your  presentation  instead  of  blackout  image.   
( ☞" No Show function " P21 )
Power Management
Provided to reduce power consumption and maintain the
lamp life. ( ☞ P37 )
Key Lock Function
Provided  to  lock  the  operation  of  the  projector.  This
function  protects  the  projector  from  being  tampered
with by third persons.  ( ☞ P38 )
Presentation Remote Control 
The provided Presentation Remote Control can be used
as a wireless mouse to control the mouse cursor on the
computer  screen.  This  is  extremely  useful  while  giving
presentations.  ( ☞ P39 )
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Overview
Front
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Back
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Bottom
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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
CAUTION
Hot  air  is  exhausted  from  the  exhaust  vent.    Do
not put heat-sensitive objects near this side.
i Speaker
q Air Intake Vent ( ☞ P43 )
w Terminals and Connectors ( ☞ P10, 15,16 )
e Power Cord Connector ( ☞ P12 )
r Exhaust Vent 
CAUTION
Hot  air  is  exhausted  from  the  exhaust  vent.    Do
not put heat-sensitive objects near this side.
t Air Intake Vent ( ☞ P43 )
y Top Controls and Indicators ( ☞ P9 )
q Air Filters( ☞ P43 )
w Air Intake Vents ( ☞ P43 )
e Adjustable Feet ( ☞ P14 )
CAUTION
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Hot  air  is  exhausted  from  the  exhaust  vents.
When using or installing the projector, the follow-
ing 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  area,  especially  screws  and
metallic part.  This area will become hot while
the projector is being used.
This  projector  detects  internal  temperature  and
will automatically adjust the running speed of the
cooling fans.