Eiki Multimedia Projector LC-X1UA, LC-X1UL Owner's Instruction Manual

MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR

MODEL

LC-X1UL

LC-X1UA

(Without Lens)

OWNER’S

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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INFORMATION TO THE USER
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment, This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

if

not installed and used in accordance with the

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

The projector 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,

Intense light source. Do not stare directly into the projection lens as possible eye damage could result. Be especially
careful that children do not stare directly into the beam.

If the projector will not be used for an extended time, unplug the projector from the power outlet.

This Projector should be set in the way indicated. Never hang the projector, or fall down on its side, It may result in
fire hazard,

READ AND KEEP THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR

LATER

USE.

IMPORTANT:
For your protection in the event of theft or loss of this LC Data­Grade projector, please record the Model Number and Serial
Number located on the rear of unit and retain this information.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your authorized
dealer regarding this product.
Do not discard shipping carton and packing materials, These
items ma

be needed for storage or future servicing.

Model No: LC-X1UA/X1UL

Serial No:________________

IMPORTANT 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.

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 manufacturer.

Do not expose this unit to rain or use near water... for example, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool , etc...

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 material, 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
bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

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.

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 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.

This projector is equipped with a

grounding type AC line plug. Should you

be unable to insert the plug into the outlet,

contact your electrician. Do not defeat the

safety purpose of this grounding type

plug.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projectors.

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 powerline

surges.

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.

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

INTRODUCTION 5
COMPATIBILITY 5
IMAGE RESOLUTION 5
UNPACKING THE PROJECTOR 5
TRADEMARKS 5

POWER REQUIREMENT 5
DESCRIPTION 6
SETTlNG-UP THE PROJECTOR 7-8

POSITIONING 7
ROOM LIGHT 7
LEVELING AND ELEVATING ADJUSTMENTS 7
VENTILATION 8

MOVING THE PROJECTOR 8
CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR 9-16

CONNECTING THE COMPUTER 9-14
Connecting an IBM-compatible desktop computer 11
Connecting a Macintosh desktop computer 12
Connecting an IBM-compatible laptop computer 13
Connecting a Macintosh PowerBook computer 14
CONNECTING THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT 15-16
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 17-20
TOP OF THE PROJECTOR 17-18
SIDE OF THE PROJECTOR 19-20
OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL 21-25
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 21-23
WIRELESS/WIRED REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 24-25
CONTROL THE PROJECTOR 26-28
DIRECT OPERATION 26
MENU OPERATION 27-28
USING THE PROJECTOR 29-49
TO TURN ON THE PROJECTOR 29
TO TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR 29
DIRECT OPERATION 29
MODE SELECT 29
SOUND VOLUME ADJUSTMENT 30
SOUND MUTE FUNCTION 30
ZOOM ADJUSTMENT 30

PAGE
FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 30
LENS SHIFT FUNCTION 30
NORMAL PICTURE FUNCTION 30
NO SHOW FUNCTION 30
P-TIMER FUNCTION 30
FREEZE PICTURE FUNCTION 30
AUTO IMAGE FUNCTION 30
MENU OPERATION 31-47
MODE SELECT 31
SOUND ADJUSTMENT 32
LANGUAGE ADJUSTMENT 32
MENU EXIT 33
COLOR SYSTEM SELECT 33
VIDEO SOURCE ADJUSTMENT 34
PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 35
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 36
COMPUTER SYSTEM SELECT 37
COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATION 38
AUTO IMAGE FUNCTION 39
PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 40
PICTURE POSITION ADJUSTMENT 41
PC ADJUSTMENT 42-45
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 46
OTHER FUNCTION SETTING 47-49
BLUE BACK 47-48
DISPLAY 47-48
REVERSET/B 47-48
REVERSE L/R 47-48
SPLIT WIPE 47-48
LAMPAGE 49

AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING 50
TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATORS 50
LAMP REPLACEMENT 51
CLEANING THE LENS 52
TROUBLESHOOTING 52-53
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 54

INTRODUCTION

The multimedia projector that combines powerful and sophisticated features with easy-to-use, intuitive controls. Built-

multimedia features include audio, a palette of 16.77 million colors and active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD)

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COMPATABILITY

The projector is compatible with many different types of personal computers and video devices, including;

•IBM-compatible computers, including laptops, up to 1280

•Apple Macintosh

and PowerBook computers up to 1280 x 1024 resolution.

•Various VCRs video disc players, video cameras, DVD players, satellite TV tuners or other AV equipment using any
of the worldwide video standards, including NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N and SECAM.

IMAGE RESOLUTION

The resolution of the projector’s projected image is 1024 x 768. The projector displays computer images just as they
appear on your computer’s monitor. Screen resolutions between 1024 X 768 and 1280 X 1024 are compressed to
1024 x 768 the projector cannot display screen resolutions above 1280 X 1024. If your computer’s screen resolution is

higher than 1280 x 1024, reset it to a lower resolution before you connect the projector.

UNPACKING THE PROJECTOR

The projector comes with the parts listed below. Ch
an authorized dealer or service station.

• Owner’s Manual.

•AC Power Cord.

• Remote Control Transmitter Unit (Two Types) and batteries.

• Lens Cover.

• Protective Dust Cover.

•VGA Cable.

•VGA/MAC Adapter.

• Mouse Cable for PS/2 port.

• Mouse Cable for ser a port.

• Mo se Cable for ADB ort.

TRADEMARKS

• Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBooks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

• IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc.

is ideal for high-performance business, training and imaging applications that demand

X

1024 resolution.

eck to find all the parts are included. If any parts are missing, contact

exceptional

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Your projector uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 VAC. The

automatically selects the correct input voltage.

to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral
conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other
type of power system.

you are not

if

sure what type of power is supplied to your building.

Consult your authorized dealer or service station

The projector is designed

projector

DESCRIPTION

SETTING-UP THE PROJECTOR

POSITIONING;

THIS PROJECTOR SHOULD BE SET IN THE WAY
INDICATED. NEVER HANG THE PROJECTOR, OR
FALL DOWN ON ITS SIDE. IT MAY RESULT IN FIRE

HAZARD

.

• This projector is basically designed to project on a flat projection surface.

• This

• Refer to the figure below as an example when positioning the projector to the screen.

projector can be focused from 3.6’

(1.1 m)

73.2’ (22.3m).

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VENTILATION

Although this projector has a cooling fan to protect from overheating,
please be careful to set the projector so that it can cool properly and
you can avoid a risk of fire and malfunction.

•Do not cover the vents with papers or other materials.

•Keep the rear grill at least 3.3’ (1 m) away from any object.

•Make sure that there are no objects under the projector. An
object under the projector may prevent

the projector from taking the cooling air through the
bottom vent.

MOVING THE PROJECTOR

Use the carry handle when moving the projector.

Replace the lens cover and rotate the leveling/elevation feet
fully clockwise when moving the projector to prevent damage
to the projector.

CAUTION IN CARRYING OR TRANSPORTING THE PROJECTOR

• Do not drop or give a shock to the projector, otherwise damage or malfunction may result.

• When carrying the projector, use a Eiki recommended Carrying Case.

• Do not transport the projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case. This may
cause damage to the projector. To transport the projector through a courier or transport service, use a Eiki
recommended Case.

• For a carr

or transportation cases, contact a Eiki authorized dealer.

CONNECTING THE PROJECTOR

CONNECTING THE COMPUTER

CONNECT NC
Personal computers can be connected to the computer input (Red, Green, Blue, Horiz. Sync. and Vert. Sync.) on the
projector.

• Connect the computer to these jacks using the BNC cables (not provided).

CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER INPUT 2 TERMINAL {HDB1 5-PIN (VGA)}

Personal computers can be connected to the HDB1 5-pin (VGA) terminal on the projector.

• Connect the computer to these terminals using the VGA cable or VGA

WARNING: For projectors, the VGA cable provided is designed to reduce RFI (Radio Frequency Interference)

CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER

• Connect audio outputs from your computer to these jacks using the RCA cable (not provided).

• If the audio input of the audio equipment is stereo, be sure to connect the

jacks.

• If the audio input of the audio equipment is monaural, connect it

CONNECTING TO THE MULTI-POLE 12-PIN (CONTROL PORT) CONNECTORS (1 and 2

When the computer is operated by the remote control unit, connect three different type of cables (provided) between control

•

port and computer mouse port or serial port.

COMPUTER TYPE

IBM Compatible computer
IBM Compatible computer
Apple Macintosh computer with ADB mouse port

TO THE COMPU ER. PUT 1

JACKS (BNC TYPE x 5

cable with VGA/MAC adapter (provided).

)

emissions. For regulatory compliance reasons, this cable must be used and must not be replaced by any
other cable.

AUDIO INPUT JACKS (1 and 2)

right

and

left

channels to the respective right

and left

to the left jack.

)

with PS/2

with

mouse

port

serial control port.

CABLE

Mouse Cable for PS/2 port.
Mouse
Mouse Cable for ADB port.

Cable

for

Serial

port.

CONNECTING TO THE MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL {HDB15-PIN
(VGA)}

This terminal contains the information that is viewed on the screen.
An external monitor can be connected to the HDB1 5-pin (VGA) terminal on the projector.

• Connect the monitor

to this terminal using the VGA cable (not provided).

CONNECTING TO THE COMPUTER AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT (VARIABLE) JACKS

These jacks will contain the audio information of the selected program source being viewed on the screen (Computer
1 or Computer 2). If you have selected program source Computer 2 the audio signal connected to the Computer 2
audio input jack will be available at the computer audio monitor output jacks. If you select program source “Video 1”
or “Video 2, the audio signal connected to the Computer 1 audio input jack will be available at the computer audio
monitor output jacks.
Connect audio input from audio equipment to these jacks using the RCA cables.

• If the audio input of the audio equipment is stereo, be sure to connect the right and left channels to the respective
right and left jacks.

• If the audio input of the audio equipment is monaural, connect it to the left jack.

CONNECTING TO THE SERIAL PORT (DB9-PIN) TERMINAL

• if you control the projector by computer, you must connect a cable (not

provided) from your computer to this terminal.

CONNECTING TO

This Projector is designed for connecting with USB Port of the computer
or peripheral equipment that is to be standard.

THE USB PORT CONNECTORS (1 and 2)

CAUTION

The hook up should be done as per the above illustration. After hook up~ turn on
the projector, monitor, computer, in that order.

CAUTION

The hook up should be done as per the above

illustration. After hook up,

turn on

CAUTION

The hook up should be done as per the above illustration. After hook up, turn on
the projector, computer, in that order.

CAUTION

The hook up should be done as per the above illustration. After hook up, turn on
the projector, computer, in that order.

CONNECTING THE VIDEO EQUIPMENT

CONNECTING TO THE VIDEO INPUT JACKS (1 and 2) BNC TYPE x 3

Connect to the video outputs of a VCR, video disc player, DVD player, video camera, satellite TV tuner or other AV
equipment. Connect video output from AV equipment to these jacks using the BNC cables.

The video input can be selected 3 type of the input. “COMPOSITE VIDEO”, “Y/C SEPARATE VIDEO” and
COMPONENT VIDEO {Y, Cb (B-Y), Cr (R-Y)}.
When the video equipment with COMPOSITE VIDEO type output jack is used, to select the “Video” position by video
source select. When the video equipment with Y/C SEPARATE VIDEO type output jack is used, to select the “Y, C”
position. When the video equipment with COMPONENT VIDEO {Y, Cb (8-Y), Cr (R-Y)} type output jack is used, to
select the “Y, Cb, Cr” position. (See “VIDEO SOURCE SELECT” section on page 34).

CONNECTING S-VHS VIDEO INPUT JACKS (1 and 2)

The Video input includes an extra video input jack marked S-VIDEO to allow connection to an S-VHS format VCR
that has separate Y/C video signals. The S-VIDEO jack has priority over the VIDEO jack.

CONNECTING TO THE AUDIO INPUT JACKS (1 and 2)

Connect to the audio outputs of a VCR, video disc player, DVD player, video camera, satellite TV tuner or other AV
equipment. Connect audio output from AV equipment to these jacks using the RCA cables.

• If the audio signal from the AV equipment is stereo, be sure to connect the right and left channels to the respective

right and left audio input jacks.

• If the external audio signal is monaural, connect it to the left jack.

CONNECTING TO THE VIDEO MONITOR OUTPUT JACKS (BNC TYPE x 3)

These jacks will contain the video information of the selected program source being viewed on the screen (Video 1 or
Video 2). If you have selected program source Video 2 the video signal connected to the Video 2 video input jack will
be available at the video monitor output jacks. If you select program source “Computer 1” or “Computer 2, the video
signal connected to the Video 1 video input jack will be available at the video monitor output jacks.
Connect video input from AV equipment to these jacks using the BNC cables.

CONNECTIONG TO THE S-VHS VIDEO MONITOR OUTPUT JACK
The Video monitor output includes an extra video input jack marked S-VIDEO to allow connection to an S-VHS
format

VCR that has separate Y/C video signals. The S-VIDEO jack has priority over the VIDEO jack.

CONNECTING TO THE AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT (VARIABLE) JACKS

These jacks will contain the audio information of the selected program source being viewed on the screen (Video 1 or
Video 2). If you have selected program source Video 2 the audio signal connected to the Video 2 audio input jack will
be available at the audio monitor output jacks. If you select program source “Computer 1” or “Computer 2, the audio
signal connected to the Video 1 audio input jack will be available at the audio monitor output jacks.
Connect audio input from AV equipment to these jacks using the RCA cables.

• If the audio input of the audio equipment is stereo, be sure to connect the right and left channels to the respective

right and left jacks.

• If the audio input of the audio equipment is monaural, connect it to the left jack.

NOTE: The hook up should be done as per the above illustration. After hook up, turn on the projector, video equipment, in

that order.

OPERATION OF CONTROLS