Eiki LC-VC1 User manual

MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR
MODEL LC-VC1
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.
If your projector seems to operate improperly, read this manual again, check operations and cable connections and try the
solutions in the “Trouble-shooting” section of the end of this booklet. If the problem still persists, contact the sales dealer
where you purchased the projector or the service center.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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. Do not stare directly into the lens as possible.
Eye damage could result. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam.
• This projector should be set in the way indicated. If not, it may
result in a fire hazard.
• Take appropriate space on the top, sides and rear of the
projector cabinet for allowing air circulation and cooling the
projector. Minimum distance should be taken. 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.
• Do not put any flammable object or spray can near the projector, hot air is exhausted from the ventilation holes.
• If the projector is not to be used for an extended time, unplug the projector from the power outlet.
READ AND KEEP THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR LATER USE.

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 insure 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.
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.

COMPLIANCES
AC POWER CORD REQUIREMENT
The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.
THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIOPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
Federal Communication Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
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,
if not installed and used in accordance with the 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.
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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES AND DESIGN 6
PREPARATION 7
NAME OF EACH PART OF PROJECTOR 7
SETTING-UP PROJECTOR 8
CONNECTING AC POWER CORD 8
POSITIONING PROJECTOR 9
ADJUSTABLE FEET 10
MOVING PROJECTOR 10
CONNECTING PROJECTOR 11
TERMINALS OF PROJECTOR 11
CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 12
CONNECTING TO COMPUTER 13
BEFORE OPERATION 14
TOP CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 14
OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL 16
OPERATING RANGE 16
WIRED REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 17
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES INSTALLATION 17
OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU 18
HOW TO OPERATE ON-SCREEN MENU 18
FLOW OF ON-SCREEN MENU OPERATION 18
MENU BAR 19
BASIC OPERATION 20
TURNING ON / OFF PROJECTOR 20
ADJUSTING SCREEN 21
ZOOM ADJUSTMENT 21
FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 21
LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT 21
KEYSTONE ADJUSTMENT 21
NO SHOW FUNCTION 22
PICTURE FREEZE FUNCTION 22
SOUND ADJUSTMENT 22
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT 22
MUTE SETTING 22
COMPUTER MODE 23
SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 23
SELECTING COMPUTER SYSTEM 23
PC ADJUSTMENT 24
AUTO PC ADJUSTMENT 24
MANUAL PC ADJUSTMENT 25
COMPATIBLE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS 27
PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 28
IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 28
IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 29
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 30
VIDEO MODE 31
SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 31
SELECTING VIDEO SYSTEM 32
PICTURE IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 33
IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 33
IMAGE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 34
PICTURE SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 35
SETTING 36
SETTING MENU 36
APPENDIX 38
MAINTENANCE 38
WARNING TEMP. INDICATOR 38
AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING 38
CLEANING THE PROJECTION LENS 38
LAMP REPLACEMENT 39
LAMP REPLACE COUNTER 39
TROUBLESHOOTING 40
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 42
TRADEMARKS
• Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc.
• IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc.
• Windows and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Each name of corporations or products in the owner’s manual is a trademark or a registered trademark of its respective corporation.

• Compatibility
This projector widely accepts various video and
computer input signals including;
• 6 Color Systems
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M or PAL-
N color system can be connected.
• Component Video
Component video signals, such as a DVD player
output high definition TV signals including 480i,
4BOp, 575i, 575p, 720p, 1 035i, 1 080i-50 or 1 080i-
60, can be connected.
• S-Video
S-Video signals, such as a S-VHS VCR output signals, can
be connected.
• Computers
IBM-compatible and Macintosh computers up
to
1280 x 1024 resolution.
• High Resolution Image
This projector provides 1366 x 768 dots resolution for
computer input and 800 horizontal TV lines. The resolution from
computer between XGA (1024 x 768)
and SXGA (1280 x 1024) is compressed into 1024 x
768 dots. This projector cannot display image of over
1280 x
1024 dots. When the resolution of your computer is over than 1280 x
1024, reset computer output for lower resolution.
• Multi-Scan System
This projector has Multi-Scan System to conform to almost all computer
output signals quickly. There is no need for complicated
manual adjustment of frequency and other settings.
• One-Touch Auto PC Adjustment
Incoming computer video signals are recognized and
the best adjustment is automatically set by Auto PC
Adjustment. No complicated setup is necessary and
projection is always precise.
• Progressive Scan (for Video)
Progressive Scan function converts interlace video
signals into progressive scan signals and provide fine
picture quality.
• Digital Zoom (for Computer)
Digital Zoom function magnifies the image up to 16
times, allowing you to focus on crucial information at a
presentation.
• Motor-driven Lens Shift
Projection Lens can be moved up and down with Motor-
driven Lens Shift function. This function makes it easy to
provide projected image where you want.
Zoom and Focus can be also adjusted with Motor-driven
operation.
• Keystone Correction
Positioning height of projector may result in distorted
images being displayed in a trapezoid shape. Keystone
Correction solves this problem by digitally altering
projection to produce undistorted images.
• Power Manaqement
Power Management function is provided to reduce
power consumption while the projector is not in use. This
Power Management function operates to turn Projection
Lamp off when the projector detects signal interruption
and any button is not pressed over 5 minutes. Projection
Lamp is automatically turned on again when the projector
detects the signal or any operation button is pressed.
This projector is shipped with this function ON.
• Multilanguage Menu Display
Operation menu is displayed in; English, German,
French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish
or Japanese.
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) technoloav.

PREPARATION
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 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.
Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you are not
sure of the type of power supply being in use.
Connect projector with the peripheral equipment before turning
projector on. (Refer to pages 11 — 13 for connection.)
CONNECTING AC POWER CORD

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.Om). 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.
LENS SHIFT ADJUSTMENT
Projection Lens can be moved up and down with Motor-
driven Lens Shift function. This function makes it easy to provide the projected image where you want. Refer to P 21 for operation
.
NOTE
Screen size and lens shift ratio on the above charts are standard values and they may change by positioning conditions.

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.
Position and keystone distortion of the image can be
adjusted using Menu Operation. (Refer to P 21 and 36.)
MOVING PROJECTOR
Use Carry Handle when moving projector. When moving projector, replace
Lens Cover and retract Adjustable Feet to prevent damage to Projection Lens
and cabinet. When this projector is not in use for an extended period, put it into
the case (Dust Cover) supplied with this projector.
CAUTION IN CARRYING OR TRANSPORTING THE PROJECTOR
• Do not bump projector, otherwise damages or malfunctions may result
• When carrying projector, use a suitable carrying case
• Do not transport projector by using a courier or transport service in an unsuitable transport case. This may cause damage to projector.
To transport projector through a courier or transport service, consult your dealer for best way.

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.

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))*

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)) *

This projector has CONTROL BUTTONS (TOP CONTROLS) and INDICATORS on its top.

TOP CONTROL

Remote Control Unit can be used as either Wired or Wireless.
Point Remote Control toward projector (Remote Receiver) whenever pressing the buttons. Maximum operating range for Remote Control
is about 16.4’ (Sm) and 60° in front and rear of projector.
OPERATING RANGE

WIRED REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS
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 BATTERIES INSTALLATION
1.Remove the battery compartment
lid 2 Slide 2 batteries into the compartment. 3 Replace the compartment lid.
To insure safe operation, please observe the following precautions:
•Use (2) AA, UM3 or R06 type alkaline batteries.
•Replace two batteries at the same time.
•Do not use a new battery with a used battery.
•Avoid contact with water or liquid.
•Do not expose Remote Control Unit to moisture, or heat
•Do not drop Remote Control Unit.
•If batteries have leaked on Remote Control Unit, carefully wipe the case clean and load new batteries..

You can control and adjust this projector through ON-SCREEN
MENU. Refer to the following pages to operate each adjustment
on ON-SCREEN MENU.
Press MENU button to display ON-
SCREEN MENU.
Move the pointer (* see below) or adjust the value of item by
pressing POINT button(s) on Top Control or on Remote Control
Unit.
* Pointer is the icon on ON-SCREEN MENU to select the item. See
the figures on the section “FLOW OF ON-
SCREEN MENU OPERATION” below.
Select the item by pressing SELECT button.
1 Press MENU button to display ON-SCREEN MENU
(MENU BAR). A red frame is POINTER
2 Move POINTER (red frame) to MENU ICON that you
want to select by pressing POINT RIGHT / LEFT
buttons.
3 Press POINT DOWN button and move POINTER (red
frame or red arrow) to ITEM that you want to adjust, and
then press SELECT button to show Item Data.
4 Adjust ITEM DATA by pressing POINT buttons.
Refer to the following pages for details of respective
adjustments.
HOW TO OPERATE ON-SCREEN MENU
FLOW OF ON-SCREEN MENU OPERATION

MENU BAR
Press MENU BUTTON for PC input source.

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 I OFF SWITCH to ON. LAMP Indicator lights
RED, and READY Indicator lights GREEN.
NOTE : When “On start” function is ON, this projector is turned
on automatically by switching MAIN ON / OFF SWITCH
on. (Refer to page 37.)
3 Press POWER ON-OFF button on Top Control or on Remote Control Unit to ON. LAMP Indicator dims, and Cooling Fans start to operate.
Preparation Display appears on a screen and the count-down starts. The signal from the PC or Video source appears after 30 seconds.
TURNING OFF THE PROJECTOR
1. Press POWER ON-OFF button on Top Control or on Remote
Control Unit, and the message “Power off?” appears on a
screen.
2 Press POWER ON-OFF button again to turn off projector. LAMP Indicator lights bright and
READY Indicator turns off. After projector is turned off, Cooling Fans operate (for 90
seconds). During this “Cooling Down” period, this appliance cannot be turned on.
3 When projector has cooled down, READY Indicator turns to green again and you can turn
projector on. After cooling down completely, turn MAIN ON / OFF SWITCH to OFF and
disconnect AC Power Cord.
TO MAINTAIN THE LIFE OF LAMP, ONCE YOU
TURN PROJECTOR ON, WAIT AT LEAST 5
MINUTES BEFORE TURNING IT OFF.
When “Power Management” function is ON, projector detects signal interruption and turns off Projection Lamp automatically. Refer to
“Power Management” on page 37.
When WARNING TEMP. Indicator flashes red, projector is automatically turned off. Wait at least 5 minutes before turning on
projector again.
When WARNING TEMP. Indicator continues to flash, follow procedures below:
1. Turn MAIN ON / OFF SWITCH to OFF and disconnect the AC Power Cord from a AC outlet.
2.Check Air Filters for dust accumulation.
3.Clean Air Filters. (See “AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANING” section on page 38.)
4.Turn projector on again.
If WARNING TEMP. Indicator should still continue to flash, contact the sales dealer where you purchased this projector or service center.
TURNING ON PROJECTOR