Multimedia Projector MODEL PLV-60HT 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.
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. This projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
COMPLIANCES Federal Communication 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 generated, 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES AND DESIGN PREPARATION NAME OF EACH PART OF PROJECTOR SETTING-UP PROJECTOR CONNECTING AC POWER CORD POSITIONING PROJECTOR ADJUSTABLE FEET MOVING PROJECTOR 6 7 7 8 8 9 10 10 CONNECTING PROJECTOR 11 TERMINALS OF PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT CONNECTING TO COMPUTER 11 12 13 BEFORE OPERATION TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL OPERATING RANGE WIRED REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES INSTALLATION OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU HOW TO OPERAT
FEATURES AND DESIGN This Multimedia Projector is designed with the most advanced technology for portability, durability, and ease of use. The 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 computer input signals including; ● 6 Color Systems NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M or PALN color system can be connected.
PREPARATION NAME OF EACH PART OF PROJECTOR FRONT TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS PROJECTION LENS LENS COVER SPEAKERS INFRARED REMOTE RECEIVERS BACK EXHAUST VENTS HOT AIR EXHAUSTED ! Air blown from Exhaust Vents is hot. When using or installing projector, the following precautions should be taken. ● Do not put any flammable object near these vents. ● Keep the rear grills at least 3’(1m) away from any object, especially heat-sensitive object. ● Do not touch this area, especially screws and metallic parts.
PREPARATION SETTING-UP PROJECTOR CONNECTING AC POWER CORD This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 V or 200-240 V AC. The projector automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with singlephase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system. Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not sure of the type of power supply being in use.
PREPARATION POSITIONING THE PROJECTOR This projector is designed to project on a flat projection surface and it can be focused from 4.43’ (1.35m) ~ 45.9’ (14.0m). Refer to the figure below to adjust the screen size. RECOMMENDATION Brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to provide the best image. 45.9’ (14.0m) 34.1’ (10.4m) 22.9’ (7.0m) 11.5’ (3.5m) 4.43’ (1.35m) 200” 100” 154” 40” Max. Zoom 400” 300” 308” 231” Min.
PREPARATION ADJUSTABLE FEET Picture tilt and projection angle can be adjusted by rotating Adjustable Feet. Projection angle can be adjusted to 9.0 degrees. 1 Lift the front of projector and pull Feet Lock Latches on both sides of projector. 2 Release Feet Lock Latches to lock Adjustable Feet and rotate Adjustable Feet to fine tune position and tilt. 3 To shorten Adjustable Feet, lift the front of projector and pull and undo Feet Lock Latches.
CONNECTING PROJECTOR TERMINALS OF PROJECTOR This projector has INPUT TERMINALS and OUTPUT TERMINALS on its side for connecting computers and video equipment. Refer to the figure on pages 11 to 13 and connect properly. INPUT 1 RGB INPUT / OUTPUT TERMINALS SERIAL PORT G B R VIDEO/Y C/Pb (Cb) Pr (Cr) VIDEO/Y INPUT 3 Pb (Cb) Pr (Cr) H/V R/C JACK V R-AUDIO-L(MONO) INPUT 2 S-VIDEO R-AUDIO-L RESET R-AUDIO-L(MONO) EXT.
CONNECTING PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT Cables used for connection (✽ = Cables are not supplied with this projector.) • Video Cable (RCA x 1) • Video Cable (RCA x 3)✽, (BNC x 1)✽, (BNC x 2)✽ or (BNC x 3)✽ • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (RCA x 2) • Speaker Cable (Mini x 1 (stereo)) ✽ NOTE : When connecting projector, AC Power Cords of both projector and external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet. Component video output equipment.
CONNECTING PROJECTOR CONNECTING TO COMPUTER Cables used for connection (✽ = Cables are not supplied with this projector.) • VGA Cable (HDB 15 pin) ✽ • Video Cable (BNC x 5) ✽ • MAC Adapter (in the case of connecting Macintosh computer) ✽ • Audio Cables (RCA x 2) or (RCA x 1 - Mini Plug (mono)) ✽ • Speaker Cable (Mini Plug (stereo)) ✽ NOTE : When connecting the cable, AC Power Cords of both projector and external equipment should be disconnected from AC outlet.
BEFORE OPERATION TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS This projector has CONTROL BUTTONS (TOP CONTROLS) and INDICATORS on its top. TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS INDICATORS LAMP REPLACE INDICATOR WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR READY INDICATOR LAMP INDICATOR This indicator turns to yellow when the life of Projection Lamp draws to an end. (P39) This indicator flashes red when internal projector temperature is too high. (P38) This indicator lights green when projector is ready to be turned on.
BEFORE OPERATION TOP CONTROL FOCUS BUTTONS MENU BUTTON POWER ON–OFF BUTTON INPUT BUTTON Used to adjust focus. (P21) Used to select MENU operation. (P18, 19) Used to turn projector on or off. (P20) Used to select input source among INPUT 1, 2 or 3. (P23, 31) VOLUME BUTTONS ZOOM BUTTONS Used to adjust zoom. (P21) Used to adjust volume. (P22) ON-OFF MENU ZOOM INPUT FOCUS LENS SHIFT VOLUME SELECT AUTO PC ADJ. NORMAL LENS SHIFT BUTTONS Used to adjust lens shift. (P21) AUTO PC ADJ.
BEFORE OPERATION OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL Remote Control Unit can be used as either Wired or Wireless. WIRED REMOTE JACK When using as Wired Remote Control, connect Remote Control Cable to this jack. (P17) INPUT BUTTON Used to select input source. (P23, 31) MUTE BUTTON POWER ON-OFF BUTTON Used to mute sound.(P22) VOLUME BUTTONS MUTE INPUT ON-OFF VOLUME ZOOM FOCUS Used to adjust volume. (P22) Used to turn projector on or off. (P20) ZOOM BUTTONS Used to adjust zoom. (P21) FOCUS BUTTONS D.
BEFORE OPERATION WIRED REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION When using this Remote Control Unit as Wired Remote Control, Connect Remote Control Unit to R/C JACK with Remote Control Cable (supplied). Batteries installation is required when using as Wired Remote Control Unit. Remote Control Cable (supplied) INPUT 1 R/C JACK REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES INSTALLATION 1 Remove the battery compartment lid. 2 Slide 2 batteries into the compartment. OPEN 3 Replace the compartment lid.
BEFORE OPERATION OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU HOW TO OPERATE ON-SCREEN MENU You can control and adjust this projector through ONSCREEN MENU. Refer to the following pages to operate each adjustment on ON-SCREEN MENU. REMOTE CONTROL LENS SHIFT 1 DISPLAY MENU Press MENU button to display ON-SCREEN MENU. SELECT NORMAL MENU 2 MOVING POINTER Move the pointer (✽ see below) or adjust the value of item by pressing POINT button(s) on Top Control or on Remote Control Unit.
BEFORE OPERATION MENU BAR FOR PC SOURCE Press MENU BUTTON for PC input source. INPUT MENU Used to select input source among INPUT 1, 2, or 3. (Refer to P23) GUIDE WINDOW Shows selected item of ONSCREEN MENU. FOR VIDEO SOURCE SYSTEM MENU Used to select computer system. (Refer to P23, 24) IMAGE SELECT MENU SETTING MENU Used to select image level among Standard, Real or Image 1 ~ 4. (Refer to P28) Used to change settings of projector and reset Lamp Replace Counter.
BASIC OPERATION TURNING ON / OFF PROJECTOR TURNING ON PROJECTOR 1 Complete the peripheral connections (with Computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on projector. (Refer to "CONNECTING TO PROJECTOR" on Pages 11~13 for connecting that equipment.) 2 Connect the projector's AC Power Cord into an AC outlet and turn MAIN ON / OFF SWITCH to ON. LAMP Indicator lights RED, and READY Indicator lights GREEN.
BASIC OPERATION ADJUSTING SCREEN ZOOM ADJUSTMENT 1 Press ZOOM ▲/▼ button(s) on Top Control or on Remote Control Unit. The message “Zoom” is displayed. 2 Press ZOOM ▲ button or POINT UP button to make image larger, and press ZOOM ▼ button or POINT DOWN button to make image smaller. Zoom Message disappears after 4 seconds. FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 1 Press FOCUS ▲/▼ button(s) on Top Control or on Remote Control Unit. The message “Focus” is displayed.
BASIC OPERATION NO SHOW FUNCTION Press NO SHOW button on Remote Control Unit to black out the image. To restore to normal, press NO SHOW button again or press any other button. No show Message disappears after 4 seconds. PICTURE FREEZE FUNCTION Press FREEZE button on Remote Control Unit to freeze the picture on-screen. To cancel FREEZE function, press FREEZE button again or press any other button. SOUND ADJUSTMENT VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Indicates the roughly level of volume.
COMPUTER MODE SELECTING INPUT SOURCE INPUT button Input 1 DIRECT OPERATION Choose either Input 1 or Input 2 by pressing INPUT button on Top Control or on Remote Control Unit. Input 2 Input 3 MENU OPERATION 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to move a red frame pointer to INPUT Menu icon. 2 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red arrow pointer to either Input 1 or Input 2 that you want to choose and then press SELECT button.
COMPUTER MODE SELECT COMPUTER SYSTEM MANUALLY This projector automatically selects PC system among those provided in this projector and PC system can be also selected manually. 1 2 SYSTEM MENU Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to move a red frame pointer to SYSTEM icon. SYSTEM Menu icon Displays system being selected. Press POINT DOWN button to move a red arrow pointer to the system that you want to set, and then press SELECT button.
COMPUTER MODE MANUAL PC ADJUSTMENT 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 MultiScan system of this projector. If this happens, projector cannot reproduce a proper image and the image may be recognized as a flickering picture, a non-synchronized picture, a non-centered picture or a skewed picture.
COMPUTER MODE Display area Selects area displayed with this projector. Select the resolution at the Display area dialog box. Display area H Adjustment of horizontal area displayed with this projector. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) and adjust number to match the resolution of image. Press SELECT button at Display area icon and the Display area dialog box appears. Display area V Adjustment of vertical area displayed with this projector.
COMPUTER MODE COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS Basically this projector can accept the signal from all computers with the V, H-Frequency mentioned below and less than 180 MHz of Dot Clock.
COMPUTER MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS IMAGE LEVEL SELECT (DIRECT) Select image level among Standard, Real, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing IMAGE button on the Remote Control Unit. IMAGE button Standard Standard Normal picture level preset on this projector. This normal picture level can also be selected by pressing NORMAL button. Real Image 1 Real Picture level adjusted for the picture with fine tone. Image 2 IMAGE 1~4 User preset picture adjustment in IMAGE ADJUST Menu (P29).
COMPUTER MODE IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to move a red frame pointer to IMAGE ADJUST Menu icon. 2 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust. and then press SELECT button. The level of each item is displayed. Adjust each level by pressing POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s). Contrast IMAGE ADJUST MENU Move a red frame pointer to the item to be selected and then press SELECT button.
COMPUTER MODE PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT This projector has a picture screen resize function, which enables you to display the desirable image size. 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to move a red frame pointer to SCREEN Menu icon. 2 Press POINT DOWN button and move a red frame pointer to the function that you want to select and then press SELECT button. SCREEN MENU SCREEN Menu icon Move the red frame to the function and press SELECT button.
VIDEO MODE SELECTING INPUT SOURCE DIRECT OPERATION INPUT button Input 1 Choose either Input 2 or Input 3 by pressing INPUT button on the Top Control or on the Remote Control Unit. If projector cannot reproduce proper video source, select correct input source through MENU OPERATION (see below). Input 2 Input 3 MENU OPERATION 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button to move a red frame pointer to INPUT Menu icon.
VIDEO MODE SELECTING VIDEO SYSTEM 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT buttons to move a red frame pointer to SYSTEM Menu icon. 2 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red arrow pointer to the system that you want to select and then press SELECT button. VIDEO JACK, Y/C JACKS OR S-VIDEO JACK Auto Projector automatically detects incoming Video system, and adjusts itself to optimize its performance. When Video System is PAL-M or PAL-N, select system manually.
VIDEO MODE PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS IMAGE LEVEL SELECT (DIRECT) Select image level among Standard, Cinema, Image 1, Image 2, Image 3 and Image 4 by pressing IMAGE button on the Remote Control Unit. IMAGE button Standard Standard Normal picture level preset on this projector. This normal picture level can also be selected by pressing NORMAL button. Cinema Image 1 Cinema Picture level adjusted for the picture with fine tone. Image 2 IMAGE 1~4 User preset picture adjustment in IMAGE ADJUST Menu (P34).
VIDEO MODE IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to move a red frame pointer to IMAGE ADJUST Menu icon. 2 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red frame pointer to the item that you want to adjust and then press SELECT button. The level of each item is displayed. Adjust each level by pressing POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s). Contrast Press POINT LEFT button to decrease contrast, and POINT RIGHT button to increase contrast. (From 0 to 63.
VIDEO MODE 3 Stored To store the adjustment data, move a red frame pointer to Stored icon and press SELECT button. Image Level Menu will appear. Move a red frame pointer to the Image Level 1 to 4 and then press SELECT button. Image Level Menu Move a red frame pointer to the image icon to be set and then press SELECT button. Other icons operates as follows. Reset Reset all adjustment to previous figure. Quit Closes IMAGE MENU.
SETTING SETTING MENU 1 Press MENU button and ON-SCREEN MENU will appear. Press POINT LEFT/RIGHT button(s) to move a red-frame pointer to SETTING icon. 2 Press POINT DOWN button to move a red-frame pointer to the item that you want to set and then press SELECT button. Setting dialog box appears. SETTING MENU Set the red frame pointer to the item and press SELECT button.
SETTING Power management This function turns Projection Lamp off when projector detects signal interruption and projector is not used for a certain period in order to reduce power consumption and maintain the Lamp-life. (This projector is shipped with this function ON.) Power Management function operates to turn Projection Lamp off when the input signal is interrupted and projector is not operated over 5 minutes. This function operates as follows; 1.
APPENDIX MAINTENANCE WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR WARNING TEMP. Indicator flashes red when internal temperature of projector exceeds normal temperature. The Indicator stops flashing when temperature of projector returns to normal. When WARNING TEMP. Indicator continues to flash, check the items listed below. 1 2 3 Ventilation slots of projector may be blocked. In such an event, reposition the appliance so that Ventilation slots are not obstructed. Air Filters may be clogged with dust particles.
APPENDIX LAMP REPLACEMENT When the life of the Lamp of this projector draws to an end, the LAMP REPLACEMENT Indicator lights yellow. When the image becomes dark or the color of the image becomes unnatural, replacement of the Lamp is required. CAUTION ● For continued safety, replace with a lamp assembly of the same type. ● Allow projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before you open the lamp cover. The inside of projector can become very hot.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the matters below once again. 1. Make sure you have connected projector to your equipment as described in the section "CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR" on pages 11 ~ 13. 2. Check cable connection. Verify that all computer, video and power cords are properly connected. 3. Verify that all power is switched on. 4. If projector still does not produce an image, re-start the computer. 5.
APPENDIX Problem: Try these Solution Remote Control Unit does not work. ● Check the batteries. ● Make sure nothing is between the Remote Receiver and the Remote Control Unit. ● Make sure you are not too far from projector when using the Remote Control Unit. Maximum operating range is 16.4’ (5m). ● Make sure the code of the Remote Control is set to conform to projector. (See “SETTING” section on page 36, 37.) WARNING : High voltages are used to operate this projector. Do not attempt to open the cabinet.
APPENDIX TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Projector Type Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight LCD Panel System Panel Resolution Number of Pixels Color System High Definition TV Signal Scanning Frequency Projection Image size (Diagonal) Horizontal Resolution Projection Lens Throw Distance Projection Lamp Computer / AV Input Jacks Multi-media Projector Audio Input Jacks (Input 1/2/3) Serial Port Terminal R/C Jack Audio Output Jacks External Speaker Jack Internal Audio Amp Built-in Speakers Feet Adjustment Voltage and
APPENDIX CONFIGURATIONS OF TERMINALS RGB TERMINAL Terminal : HDB15-PIN Connect the display output terminal of computer to this terminal with VGA Cable (not supplied). When connecting the Macintosh computer, the MAC Adapter (not supplied) is required. Pin Configuration 4 5 15 2 3 10 9 14 1 8 7 12 13 6 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Red Input Green Input Blue Input Sense 2 Ground (Horiz.sync.) Ground (Red) Ground (Green) Ground (Blue) 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 No Connect Ground (Vert.sync.
Printed in Japan Part No. 610 294 7861 (1AA6P1P2944-- M4HAA) SANYO Electric Co.
