PJ X3131
PJ WX3131
PJ X3241
DATA PROJECTOR
OWNER’S MANUAL
For safe and correct use, be sure to read “Before Using” before using the machine.
In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located at the bottom of 
your projector.
Model No.  
Retain this information for future reference.
Serial No. 
 
 
 
 
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before Using
The  lightning  flash  with  arrowhead  symbol,  within  an  equilateral  triangle,  is 
intended  to  alert  the  user  to  the  presence  of  uninsulated “dangerous  voltage” 
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a 
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to 
the  presence  of  important  operating  and  maintenance  (servicing)  instructions  in 
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE 
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES 
ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
USA only LAMP(S)  INSIDE THIS  PRODUCT  CONTAIN  MERCURY  AND  MUST 
BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE 
OR FEDERAL LAWS.
MODEL NAME: PJ X3131 / PJ WX3131 / PJ X341  USA only
TRADE NAME: DATA PROJECTOR
MODEL NAME: PJ X3131 / PJ WX3131 / PJ X341
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC NOTICE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 
the following two conditions:
(1) This  device  may  not  cause  harmful  interference,  and  ()  this  device  must  accept  any 
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 sales representative or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY:  Ricoh Americas Corporation 
5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 
Phone: 973-88-000 
 
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CAUTION:
USA only
Notice:
CANADA only
Changes  or  modifications  made  to  this  equipment,  not  expressly  approved  by 
Ricoh, or parties authorized by Ricoh, could void the user’s authority to operate 
the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  Cet appareil 
numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND 
INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE 
MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE 
REFERENCE.
This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the 
user.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE 
EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
1.  Read Owner’s Manual
3.   Source of Light
After unpacking this product, read 
the owner’s manual carefully, and 
follow all the operating and other 
instructions.
Do not look into the lens while the 
lamp is on. The strong light from 
the lamp may cause damage to 
your eyesight.
2.  Power Sources
4.  Ventilation
This product should be operated 
only from the type of power source 
which does not exceed the voltage 
range specified on the rating label 
and the power cord.
If you are not sure of the type 
of power supply to your home, 
consult your sales representative 
or local power company.
Openings in the cabinet are 
provided for ventilation and to 
ensure reliable operation of the 
product and to protect it from 
overheating. These openings must 
not be blocked or covered. Never 
block an opening by placing the 
product on a bed, sofa, rug or 
other similar surface. Do not  place 
it in a built-in installation such as 
a  bookcase or rack, unless proper 
ventilation is provided.
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5.   Heat
The product should be situated 
away from heat sources such as 
radiators, heat registers, stoves, 
or other products (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat.
6.   Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water.
- for example, near a bath tub, 
wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry 
tub; in a wet basement; or near a 
swimming pool and the like.
7.   Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall 
outlet before cleaning.  Do not use 
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Always use a soft cloth for 
cleaning.
8.   Be sure that you firmly 
insert the plug into the wall 
outlet.
Incorrect or faulty connections 
may result in fire or electric shock. 
Avoid using an unsound or loose 
outlet.
 
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9.   Power Cord Protection
Power cords should be routed 
so that they are not likely to be 
walked on or pinched by items 
placed upon or against them, 
paying particular attention to cords 
at plugs, convenience receptacles, 
and the point where they exit from 
the product.
10.  Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets. To 
reduce the risk of electric shock, 
do not use the polarized plug with 
an extension cord , receptacle, or 
other outlet unless the blades can 
be inserted completely with three-
wire grounding type to prevent 
blade exposure. Failure to follow 
these instructions may result in fire 
or electric shock.
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13.  Do not place or keep the 
projector within the reach 
of the children.
It may fall or tip over, possibly 
causing serious injury.
14.  Do not place the product 
vertically
Do not use the product in the 
upright position or any other 
vertical positions to project the 
pictures. It may fall which could 
result in serious injury and/or 
damage to the product.
15.  Stack Inhibited
Do not stack other equipment on 
this product and do not place this 
product on other equipment. The 
top and bottom surface of this 
product increase in temperature 
during normal use and may 
damage the other unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
11.  Lightning storms
For added protection for this 
product during a storm, or when it 
is left unattended and unused for 
long periods of time, unplug it from 
the wall outlet.  This will prevent 
damage to the product due to 
lightning and power-line surges.
Never operate this unit on AC 
power during a thunderstorm. If 
you see lightning or hear thunder, 
never touch the unit, cables and/or 
peripherals. An electric surge 
caused by the storm, may result in 
an electrical shock or damage to 
the unit.
12.  Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into 
this product through openings 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 
product.
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18.  Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall 
outlet and take the product to 
qualified service personnel if you 
encounter any of the following 
conditions:
a) The power supply cord or plug is 
damaged.
b) Liquid has been spilled, or objects 
have fallen into the product.
c) The product has been exposed to 
rain or water.
d) The product does not operate 
normally when following the 
operating instructions.  Adjust only 
those controls that are covered by 
the operating instructions since 
an improper adjustment of other 
controls may result in damage and 
will often require extensive work by 
a qualified technician to restore the 
product to its normal operation.
e) The product has been dropped or 
damaged in any way (If the cabinet 
should break, please handle with 
care to avoid injury) .
f)  The product exhibits a distinct 
change in performance, which 
indicates a need for service.
16.  Attachments
Do not use attachments not 
recommended by the product 
manufacturer.
Use of an incompatible 
attachments could cause hazards 
or damage to the product.
17.  Accessories
Do not place this product on 
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, 
bracket, or table.  The product may 
fall, causing serious injury to a 
child or adult, and serious damage 
to the product.  A product and cart 
combination should be moved with 
care.  Quick stops, excessive force, 
and uneven surfaces may cause 
the product and cart combination 
to overturn.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
19.  If glass components, 
22.  Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are 
required, be sure the service 
technician has used replacement 
parts specified by the manufacturer 
or have the same characteristics 
as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may 
result in fire, electric shock, or 
other hazards.
(Only the replacement of the lamp 
should be made by users.)
23.  Safety Check
Upon completion of any service 
or repairs to this product, ask the 
service technician to perform safety 
checks to verify that the product is 
in proper operating condition.
24.  Do not leave thermal-
paper documents or easily 
deformed items on top 
of the unit or near the air 
exhaust for long periods of 
time.
The heat from the unit could erase 
the information on the thermal 
paper, or cause deformation or 
warping.
25.  Do not use the product in a 
closed installation location.
Do not place the product in a box 
or in any other closed installation 
location. Otherwise it may overheat, 
which could result in a risk of fire.
including lens and lamp, 
should break, contact your 
sales representative for 
repair service.
This product incorporates glass 
components, including a lens and 
a lamp.  
If these should break, please 
handle with care to avoid injury and 
contact your sales representative 
for repair service. Avoid any broken 
pieces of glass since they may 
cause injury. In the unlikely event 
that the lamp ruptures, thoroughly 
clean the area around the projector 
and discard any edible items 
placed in that area since they may 
be contaminated.
20.  Servicing
Do not attempt to service this 
product yourself as opening or 
removing covers may expose you 
to dangerous voltage or other 
hazards.  Refer all servicing to 
qualified service personnel.
21.  Do not place anything in 
front of the lens while the 
projector is operating 
Things placed in front of the lens 
may overheat and burn or start a 
fire. 
If you want to temporarily stop the 
projected image, use the mute on 
the remote control. 
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