Multimedia Projector
MODEL PLC-XL50A
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.
◆ Large Screen in Limited Space
◆Blackboard Function
Short focus lens allows you to project large images
from short distance (p.14). Images can be projected
on the floor.
A blackboard can be used as a projection screen.
(pp.32-33, 40-41) *The board color is limited to
Green.
◆Security Function
◆Colorboard Function
The Security function helps you to ensure security of
the projector. With the Key lock function, you can lock
the operation on the top control or remote control
(p.51). PIN code lock functions prevents unauthorized
use of the projector (pp.20, 52–53).
At the time of simple projection on the colored
wall, you can get the close color image to the color
image projected on a white screen by selecting
the similar color to the wall color from the preset
four colors.
◆Logo Function
The Logo function allows you to customize the
screen logo. The Logo page identifies the owner of
the projector (pp.47, 48).
◆Simple Computer System Setting
The projector has a Multi-scan system to conform to
almost all computer output signals quickly (p.28).
◆Compatibility
◆Multilanguage Menu Display
The Operation menu is available in 16 languages:
English, German, French, Italian, Spanish,
Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Polish,
Hungarian, Romanian, Russian, Chinese, Korean,
and Japanese (p.45).
◆Switchable Interface Terminal
The projector provides a switchable interface
terminal. You can use the terminal as computer
input or monitor output conveniently (p.49).
The projector widely accepts various video and
computer input signals including; Computers, 6 Color
systems (PAL, SECAM, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, or
PAL-N), Component video, S-Video and RGB scart.
◆Power Management
The Power management function reduces power
consumption and maintains lamp life (p.50).
◆Quick Termination
The AC power cord can be unplugged immediately
after turning off the projector without waiting for the
projector to cool down (p.21).
◆Input Search Function
Input signal can be searched automatically. (p.49)
◆Digital Zoom (for Computer)
The digital zoom function expands (to approx. 16
times of the screen size) the image size, allowing
you to focus on crucial information during the
presentation. (p.36)
✔Note:
•The On-Screen Menu and figures in this manual may differ slightly from the product.
•The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
Air Circulation
Moving the Projector
Installing the Projector in Proper Position
Features and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
6
6
7
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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10
11
12
13
13
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
14
14
15
16
Front
Back
Bottom
Rear Terminal
Top
Remote Control
Remote Control Battery Installation
Operating Range
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Positioning the Projector
Adjustable Feet
Mounting the Rear Leg
Connecting to Computer
Connecting to Video Equipment
(Video, S-Video)
Connecting to Video Equipment
(Component and RGB Scart)
Connecting the AC Power Cord
18
19
Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
20
21
22
23
24
24
24
24
Turning On the Projector
Turning Off the Projector
How to Operate the On-Screen Menu
Menu Bar
Zoom Adjustment
Screen Position Adjustment
Focus Adjustment
Keystone Correction
Sound Adjustment
Remote Control Operation
25
25
Computer Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
27
28
29
30
32
34
35
Video Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Input Source Selection
Computer System Selection
Auto PC Adjustment
Manual PC Adjustment
Image Level Selection
Image Level Adjustment
Screen Size Adjustment
Setting
Input Source Selection
(Video, S-Video, Component)
Input Source Selection (RGB Scart 21-pin)
Video System Selection
Image Level Selection
Image Level Adjustment
Screen Size Adjustment
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38
39
40
42
44
Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
45
Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
55
56
56
57
57
58
59
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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67
68
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70
70
71
Troubleshooting
Menu Tree
Indicators and Projector Condition
Compatible Computer Specifications
Technical Specifications
Optional Parts
Configurations of Terminals
Dimensions
PIN Code Number Memo
Warning Indicator
Cleaning the Air Filter
Resetting the Filter Counter
Cleaning the Projection Window
Cleaning the Projector Cabinet
Lamp Replacement
Lamp Replacement Counter
Trademarks
Each name of corporations or products in this book is either a registered trademark or a trademark of its
respective corporation.
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To the Owner
Before installing and 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 maintain it in good
condition for many years to come.
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
in the back of this manual. If the problem still persists,
contact the 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
PA RT S
I N S I D E E XC E P T L A M P
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
A R E
I M P O RTA N T O P E R AT I N G A N D
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
OWNER'S MANUAL WITH THIS UNIT.
FOR EU USERS
The symbol mark and recycling systems described below
apply to EU countries and do not apply to countries in other
areas of the world.
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components which can be recycled and/or
reused.
The symbol mark means that electrical and electronic
equipment, batteries and accumulators, at their end-of-
life, should be disposed of separately from your household
waste.
Note:
If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol mark,
this chemical symbol means that the battery or accumulator
contains a heavy metal at a certain concentration. This will
be indicated as follows: Hg: mercury, Cd: cadmium, Pb: lead
In the European Union there are separate collection systems
for used electrical and electronic equipment,
batteries and accumulators.
Please, dispose of them correctly at your
local community waste collection/recycling
centre.
Please, help us to conserve the environment
we live in!
READ AND KEEP THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR
LATER USE.
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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. Avoid staring directly into the lens,
otherwise eye damage could result. Be especially
careful that children do not stare directly into the
beam.
– Install the projector in a proper position. Otherwise it
may result in fire hazard.
– Allowing the proper amount of space on the projector
cabinet is critical for proper air circulation and cooling
of the unit. The dimensions shown here indicate the
minimum space required. If the projector is to be
built into a compartment or similarly enclosed, these
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.
1.5' (50 cm)
3' (1 m)
– If the projector is unused for an extended time,
unplug the projector from the power outlet.
CAUTION ON HANGING FROM THE CEILING
When hanging the projector from the
ceiling, clean air intake vents, air filters,
or top of the projector periodically with
a vacuum cleaner. If you leave the
projector without cleaning for a long
time, the dust will block the operation of
the cooling function, and it may cause a
breakdown or a disaster.
DO NOT SET THE PROjECTOR IN GREASy, WET, OR SMOKy
CONDITIONS SUCH AS IN A KITCHEN TO PREVENT A
BREAKDOWN OR A DISASTER. IF THE PROjECTOR COMES
IN CONTACT WITH OIL OR CHEMICALS, IT MAy BECOME
DETERIORATED.
CAUTION
Not for use in a computer room as defined in the
Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data
Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.
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.
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 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 ensure 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.
This projector should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a book case unless proper ventilation is provided.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NOTE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE US
Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY
AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING
TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.
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Safety Instructions
Air Circulation
Moving the Projector
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.
When the projector is not in use for an extended period,
put it into a suitable case.
Handle the projector carefully; do not drop, bump,
subject it to strong forces, or put other things on the
cabinet.
CAUTION
CAUTION IN CARRyING OR
TRANSPORTING THE PROjECTOR
– Do not drop or bump the projector, otherwise
damages or malfunctions may result.
– Do not hold the rear leg.
– When carrying the projector, use a suitable carrying
case.
– Do not transport the projector by courier or any
other transport service in an unsuitable transport
case. This may cause damage to the projector. For
information about transporting the projector by
courier or any other transport service, consult your
dealer.
– Do not put the projector in a case before it is cooled
enough.
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 or spray can
near the projector. Hot air is exhausted from the air
vents.
– Keep the exhaust vent at least 3’ (1 m) away from
any objects.
– Do not touch a peripheral part of the exhaust vent,
especially screws and metallic part. This area will
become hot while the projector is being used.
– Do not put anything on the projector. Objects put
on the cabinet will not only get damaged but also
may cause fire hazard by heat.
Cooling fans are provided to cool down the projector.
The fan’s running speed is changed according to the
temperature inside the projector.
Exhaust Vent
(Hot air exhaust)
Air Intake
Vent
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Installing the Projector in Proper Position
Safety Instructions
Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may reduce the lamp life and cause fire hazard.
PLC-XL50
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天吊り用穴4カ所共通
Side A
Side B
CAUTION
– Do not put anything or sit on the
projector, otherwise, it may fall down
or cause failure of the projector or
injury.
Side C
Side D
Side E
Side F
10˚
10˚
Do not roll the projector more
than 10 degrees from side to
side.
This side is Side A or B.
Do not put the projector on
either side C or E to project an
image.
5˚
5˚
5˚
5˚
Do not roll the projector more
than 5 degrees from side to side
when side A or B is downward.
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✔Note:
– Fix the projector when installing it so that the
projector would not fall down.
Compliance
Federal Communications Commission Notice
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. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, it 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(s)
Trade Name
Responsible party
Address
Telephone No.
: PLC-XL50A
: Sanyo
: SANYO FISHER COMPANY
: 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311
: (818)998-7322
AC Power Cord Requirement
The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.
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.
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AC Power Cord for 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 ASA . 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.
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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