Basic Operation

Turning On the Projector

1

Complete peripheral connections (with a computer,

 

VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector.

2

Connect the projector’s AC power cord into an AC

 

outlet. The POWER indicator lights red.

3

Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or

 

the ON button on the remote control. The POWER

 

indicator turns green and the cooling fans start to

 

operate. The preparation display appears on the screen

 

and the count down starts.

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After the countdown, the input source that was

 

selected the last time and the lamp control and status

icons (see pages 53,64) appear on the screen.

If the projector is locked with a PIN code, PIN code input dialog box will appear. Enter the PIN code as instructed below.

Enter a PIN code

Use the Point ed buttons on the top control or Number buttons on the remote control to enter a number.

When using top control

Use the Point ed buttons on the top control to select a number. Press the Point 8 button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to “.” Repeat this step to complete entering a four-digit number. After entering the four-digit number, move the pointer to “Set.” Press the SELECT button so that you start to operate the projector.

When using remote control

Press the Number buttons on the remote control to enter a number (p.15). When you complete entering a four-digit number, the pointer moves to “Set.” Press the SELECT button so that you can start to operate the projector.

If you fixed an incorrect number, use the Point 7 button to move the pointer to the number you want to correct, and then enter the correct number.

If you entered an incorrect PIN code, “PIN code” and the number (✳✳✳✳) will turn red for a moment. Enter the correct PIN code all over again.

What is PIN code?

PIN (Personal Identification Number) code is a security code that allows the person who knows it to operate the projector. Setting a PIN code prevents unauthorized use of the projector.

A PIN code consists of a four-digit number. Refer to the PIN code lock function in the Setting Menu on page 58 for locking operation of the projector with your PIN code.

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The preparation display will disappear after 20 seconds.

Selected Input Source and Lamp Control

Lamp control

Lamp status

See pages 53,64 for the Lamp control and status.

Note:

The Filter warning and Lamp replacement icons may appear on the screen depending on the usage state of the projector.

PIN Code Input Dialog Box

After the OK icon disappears, you can operate the projector.

Notes:

When the Logo select function is set to “Off,” the logo will not be shown on the screen (p.49)

When the “Countdown off” or “Off” is selected in the Display function, the countdown will not be shown on the screen (p.55).

During the countdown period, all operations are invalid.

If the OK icon does not appear within three minutes after the PIN code dialog box appeared, the projector will be turned off automatically.

The “1234” is set as the initial PIN code at the factory.

CAUTION ON HANDLING PIN CODE

If you forget your PIN code, the projector can no longer be started. Take a special care in setting a new PIN code; write down the number in a column on page 83 of this manual and keep it on hand. Should the PIN code be missing or forgotten, consult your dealer or service center.

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PLC-XTC50AL specifications

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