U3 Manual e

English
U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z
U3-810SF/U3-810Z
USER’S MANUAL
POWER POWER
SOURCE STATUS
AUTO
OPEN
PLUS
IMPORTANT
Digital Light Processing, DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are all trademarks of
Texas Instruments.
Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows 3.1 are registered trademarks in the United States
and other countries of Microsoft Corporation.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Macintosh and MAC are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.
Other names of companies and products mentioned are trademarks and registered trade-
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PLUS Industrial Corporation is certified to ISO 9001.

Certificate No. Q1001219118017.
Otowa Head Office and PLUSLAND of PLUS Corporation

and PLUS Industrial Corporation are certified to ISO 14001.
Certificate No. NQE-9809008A.
* PLUS Vision Corp. is certified to ISO 14001 as a member of the

PLUS group.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your PLUS U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z/U3-810SF/U3-810Z Data Projector and keep the
manual handy for future reference.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PLUS SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with
any part inside of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and mainte-
nance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid
any problems.
The above cautions are given on the bottom of the product.
WARNING
RF Interference
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EX- WARNING
POSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO The Federal Communications Commission does not allow
NOT USE THIS UNIT’S GROUNDED PLUG any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUT- specified by PLUS Technologies in this manual. Failure to
LET UNLESS ALL THREE PRONGS CAN BE comply with this government regulation could void your
FULLY INSERTED. DO NOT OPEN THE CABI- right to operate this equipment.
NET. THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPO- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
NENTS INSIDE. ALL SERVICING MUST BE the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
DONE BY QUALIFIED PLUS SERVICE PER- the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
SONNEL. 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
WARNING accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
product may cause radio interference in which case the user
harmful interference in which case the user will be required
may be required to take adequate measures.
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Important Safeguards
These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of the unit and to prevent fire and shock. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings.
Installation Power Supply

• For best results, use the unit in a darkened room. • The unit is designed to operate on a power supply of 100 to 120
• Place the unit on a flat, level surface in a dry area away from dust and 220 to 240 V 50/60 Hz AC. Ensure that your power supply
and moisture. fits these requirements before attempting to use the unit.
• Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, near heaters or heat • For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the socket-outlet shall be
radiating appliances. installed near the equipment and shall be accessible.
• Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke or steam can harm internal • Handle the power cable carefully and avoid excessive bending. A
components. damaged cord can cause electric shock or fire.
• Handle the unit carefully. Dropping or jarring can damage inter- • Disconnect the power cable (mains lead) from the power outlet
nal components. after using the unit.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the unit. Before disconnecting the power cable, make sure that the
POWER indicator lights in amber (not blinking or in green).
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Table of contents
Cleaning IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................................... 2
• Disconnect the power cable (mains lead) from the unit. Table of contents ........................................................................... 3
• Clean the cabinet of the unit periodically with a damp cloth. If
heavily soiled, use a mild detergent. Never use strong detergents
or solvents such as alcohol or thinner. Basic information and preparations ........ 4
• Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, and be careful not to Features ......................................................................................... 4
scratch or mar the lens. Checking the supplied accessories ............................................... 4
• Clean the ventilation slots and speaker grills on the unit
Preparing the remote control ........................................................ 5
periodically using a vacuum cleaner. If accumulated dust blocks
the ventilation slots, the unit will overheat, which may cause the Parts and controls .......................................................................... 6
unit to malfunction. Installation ..................................................................................... 9
Use a soft brush attachment when using the vacuum cleaner. Do
not use a hard attachment, such as a crevice tool, to prevent the
damage to the unit. Connections ............................................ 10
Connecting video equipment ...................................................... 10
Lamp Replacement
• Be sure to replace the lamp when the Status indicator comes on. Connecting Video Equipment With Component Video Signal
If you continue to use the lamp after 1000 hours of usage, the (YCbCr) Output .......................................................................... 11
lamp will turn off. Connecting a PC or Macintosh ................................................... 12
Fire and Shock Precautions

• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are Operation ................................................. 14
unobstructed to prevent the buildup of heat inside the unit. Allow Using the unit .............................................................................. 14
at least 10 cm (3 inches) of space between the unit and walls.
Using the Remote Control (Input Selection) .............................. 16
• Prevent foreign objects such as paper clips and bits of paper from
falling into the unit. Do not attempt to retrieve any objects that Using the Remote Control as the PC Mouse .............................. 17
fell into the unit. Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or Various functions while using the unit ....................................... 18
screwdriver into the unit. If something should fall into the unit,
immediately disconnect the power cable from the unit and have
the object removed by a qualified PLUS service person. Menu operation ....................................... 20
• Do not place any liquids on top of the unit. Menu Structure ............................................................................ 20
• Do not look into the lens while the unit is on. Serious damage Adjusting the picture elements ................................................... 22
to your eyes could result.
Adjusting the projected image from the computer .................... 23
Carrying around Manual Adjustment of Personal Computer Images ................... 24
When carrying the unit around, please use the carrying case that Resetting ...................................................................................... 25
comes with it and, to protect the lens from scratches, always shut
the sliding lens cap. Also, do not subject the unit to strong Resetting the Lamp Hours of Usage ........................................... 25
mechanical shock. Setting Narrow Images (Advanced Menu) ................................. 26
Setting in Accordance With Image Contents .............................. 27
Initial Settings ............................................................................. 28
Setting the Menu ......................................................................... 30
Others ....................................................... 31
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 31
When the STATUS indicator lights or flashes ........................... 32
Replacing the lamp cartridge ...................................................... 33
Specifications .............................................................................. 34
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Basic information and preparations Checking the
Features supplied accessories
Congratulations On Your Purchase Of The U3-1100SF Make sure your box contains everything listed below. If any
/U3-1100Z/U3-810SF/U3-810Z Data Projector pieces are missing, contact your dealer.
The U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z/U3-810SF/U3-810Z is one of the most Please save the original box and packing materials in case
spectacular data projectors available today. The unit enables you to you ever need to ship the unit.
project precise images up to 200 inches across (measured diago- The number of accessories is indicated in brackets.
nally) from your PC or Macintosh computer (desktop or notebook),
VCR, document camera, laser disc player, DVD player, etc.
The unit can be placed on a tabletop or cart. The unit can also be For remote control
used to project images from behind the screen.*
Remote control [1] Batteries (size AAA/R03) [2]
* Consult your dealer for more information.
The other main features you’ll enjoy

• Compatible with following various color systems:
– NTSC (U.S. and Canada standard)
– PAL (Western Europe standard)
– SECAM (France and Eastern Europe standard)
– NTSC4.43 (Middle East standard)
• (U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z)
Superior brightness of 1000 ANSI lumens, small size, and
weighing only about 1.5 kilograms/3.3 lbs. Power cable (mains lead)
(U3-810SF/U3-810Z) (1.8 m/5.9 ft.) [1]
Superior brightness of 1000 ANSI lumens, small size, and The shape of the plug varies
weighing only about 1.5 kilograms/3.3 lbs. depending on the region where
Using TI’s Digital Mirror Device (DMD) and our own optical the unit is purchased.
design we have developed a geometric effect that increases the
light usage efficiency. By increasing the light usage efficiency we
can better reproduce the three basic colors (RGB) required for
color reproduction on a single DMD. This means superior bright-
ness, smaller size, and lighter weight.
• Sharp, clear images For computer connection
There is no RGB color separation, and the spaces between the RGB cable Audio cable
individual pixels are not noticeable. That means sharp and clear (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1] (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1]
reproduction of small characters and figures. Take a closer look No. 770708000 No. 770710000
and notice the difference in quality!
• Outstanding sharp, clear, 3D like images with vivid colors
when reproducing DVD video and other high picture-quality
data/video sources
Accurate gray scale reproduction makes for more natural image
displays. DVD and other high quality image sources bring out the
true image display quality of the unit.
• Screen not distorted to a trapezoid (keystoning) when pro- Audio adaptor
jecting to the height of the line of vision
(mini-jack pin conversion,
Because the projection position is already set to the height of the 0.15 m/0.5 ft) [1]
line of vision, there is no keystoning effect.
No. 770704000
Even when projecting above or under the height of the line of
vision, image distortion (if any) can be adjusted using the key-
stone correction function.
• (U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z)
Fully compatible with true XGA; support for SXGA using
advanced intelligent compression technology For video equipment connection
The advanced intelligent compression technology enables these Video cable
projectors to present clear compression SXGA images without any (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1]
line omission. No. 770703000
(U3-810SF/U3-810Z)
Fully compatible with true S-VGA; support for XGA using
advanced intelligent compression technology
The advanced intelligent compression technology enables it to
present clear compression XGA images without any line omission.
• A remote control that can operate the PC or Macintosh
The supplied remote control both operates the unit and acts as a S-video cable
wireless mouse control to operate the PC or Macintosh con- (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1]
nected to the unit. No. 770709000
• The compact and easy to carry cabinet with its contemporary
design complements any office, board room, or auditorium.
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Preparing the
remote control
Inserting the batteries
When using the remote control as computer
mouse 1 Press firmly and slide
USB mouse cable (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1] the battery cover off.
[for IBM / Macintosh]
No. 770707000
2 Insert the two supplied

PS/2 mouse cable (1 m/3.3 ft.) [1] batteries (size AAA/
[for IBM PS/2] R03). Ensure that the
No. 770706000 polarities (+ and –) of
the batteries are aligned
correctly.
3 Slide the cover

Soft pouch [1] back until it
snaps into
place.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
Carrying case [1] with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Notes
• If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
• If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the
batteries.
• Do not mix new and old or different types of batteries.
• There are operations that can only be carried out by remote control.
Handle the remote control carefully.
How to use the carrying case Remote control effective range

Packing the unit Packing the accessories
The remote sensors are located on the front and back of the unit.
The controllable range is 50 degrees horizontally and 30 degrees
vertically relative to a line that is at a right angle to the remote
sensor. And the distance between the point of the remote control
and remote sensor must be shorter than four meters (13 feet).
USER’S MANUAL
(Simplified Edition) [1]
USER’S MANUAL
(CD-ROM Edition) [1]
30˚
50˚
50˚
30˚
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Parts and controls
For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.
Top, front and side panel view
Control panel
STATUS indicator [32]

POWER indicator [14,16]
POWER STATUS
POWER SOURCE AUTO
POWER button [14,16] AUTO button [18]
SOURCE button [14, 16]
Speaker [10, 18]

Adjuster button [15]
AUTO
SOURCE
POWER
STATUS
POWER
Focus ring [15]
OPEN
Remote Sensor [5]

Lens [3, 9]
PLUS
Sliding lens cap [3, 14]
Exhaust vents [3] Ventilation slots [3]
U3-1100Z/U3-810Z
Bottom Zoom ring [15]
Focus ring [15]
Rear adjuster [15] Lamp cover [33]
Ventilation slots [3]
Front adjuster [15]
Lamp cover screw [33]
Adjustment foot [15]
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Rear and side panel view
Remote sensor [5]
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Built-in security slot [see below]
VIDE
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AC IN terminal [14]
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/ YCbC
RGB
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AUDI
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Rear adjuster [15]
Adjustment foot [15]
Terminal Panel
AUDIO jack [10, 11, 12] RGB/YCbCr connector [11, 12] VIDEO jack [10]
AUDIO MOUSE RGB / YCbCr S-VIDEO VIDEO
MOUSE connector [17] S-VIDEO jack [10]
Built-in Security Slot This security slot supports the MicroSaver® Security
System. MicroSaver® is a registered trademark of
Kensington Microware Inc. The logo is trade-
marked and owned by Kensington Microware Inc.
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Parts and controls (continued)
Wireless Remote Control
ENTER button [17, 25]
Infrared transmitter [5]
LED
The red LED lights during
infrared sending.
Cursor key [17, 19, 22]

POWER button [14, 16]
MOUSE POWER MOUSE POWER
MENU MENU
VIDEO RGB VIDEO RGB
MOUSE button [17] CANCEL CANCEL
AUTO button [18]

FREEZE button [18]
VIDEO button [16] AUTO FREEZE MUTE
MUTE button [18]

ZOOM KEYSTONE VOLUME
MENU button [20] VOLUME +/– button [18]

CANCEL button [17, 22]
KEYSTONE +/– button [18]
RGB button [16] ZOOM +/– button [19]
PLUS
FLIP COVER [18, 20]
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I n s t a l l a t i o n
The distance from the unit lens to the screen determines to the size of the projected image, therefore, you need to consider the place where you set
up the unit and screen before making connections. You also need to consider the screen size and height of the unit and screen as other important factors.
Tip
A non-glossy wall may be used as a substitute for a screen.
WARNING
• Carrying the unit
Always carry the unit in the carrying case. Ensure that the power cable and any other cables connecting to video sources are disconnected
before moving the unit. When moving the unit or when it is not in use, cover the lens with the sliding lens cap.
• Only use the unit on a solid flat level surface. If the unit falls to the ground, you may be injured and the unit may severely be damaged.
• Do not use the unit where temperatures vary greatly. The unit must be used at temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).
• Do not expose the unit to moisture, dust, or smoke. This will harm the screen image.
• Ensure that you have adequate ventilation around the unit to allow heat dissipation. Do not cover the vents on the bottom or the side of the unit.
Installation Guidelines (normal installation)

This section explains how to determine the screen size you use. Use the following table and charts as a guide.
Optimum focal point from the lens surface is as follows:
3.9 feet - 22.3 feet / 1.2 m - 6.8 m (U3-810SF) 3.9 feet - 21.6 feet / 1.2 m - 6.6 m (U3-1100SF)
3.9 feet - 32.2 feet / 1.2 m - 9.8 m (U3-810Z) 3.9 feet - 30.8 feet / 1.2 m - 9.4 m (U3-1100Z)
Distance and image size for U3- 810SF and U3- 1100SF
Screen width
[Screen height]
4m (13.1 feet)
200"
Screen height Screen size (diagonal)
3m (9.8 feet)
150"
[Screen size]
U3-1100 U3-810
120"
100" 2m (6.6 feet)
80"
60"
1m (3.3feet)
40" 17.2˚
U3-810 : 35"
U3-1100 : 36"
H
Center of lens
1m 2m 3m 4m 5m 6m 7m
Lens surface (3.3feet) (6.6 feet) (9.8 feet) (13.1 feet) (16.4 feet) (19.7 feet) (23.0 feet)
[Projection distance] Distance from center of lens to lower edge of screen
U3-810SF U3-1100SF U3-810SF U3-1100SF

Screen Screen dimensions Projection Height H Projection Height H Screen Screen dimensions Projection Height H Projection Height H
size (inch) width x height (cm) distance (m) (cm) distance (m) (cm) size (inch) width x height (inch) distance (feet) (inch) distance (feet) (inch)
35” 71.1 X 53.3 1.2 10.5 - - 35” 28.0 X 21.0 3.9 4.1 - -
36” 73.2 X 54.9 1.2 10.8 1.2 9.8 36” 28.8 X 21.6 3.9 4.3 3.9 3.9
40” 81.3 X 61.0 1.4 12.0 1.3 10.4 40” 32.0 X 24.0 4.6 4.7 4.3 4.1
60” 121.9 X 91.4 2.1 18.0 2.0 15.7 60” 48.0 X 36.0 6.9 7.1 6.6 6.2
80” 162.6 X 121.9 2.7 24.0 2.6 20.9 80” 64.0 X 48.0 8.9 9.4 8.5 8.2
100” 203.2 X 152.4 3.4 30.0 3.3 26.1 100” 80.0 X 60.0 11.2 11.8 10.8 10.3
120” 243.8 X 182.9 4.1 36.0 4.0 31.3 120” 96.0 X 72.0 13.5 14.2 13.1 12.3
150” 304.8 X 228.6 5.1 44.9 5.0 39.2 150” 120.0 X 90.0 16.7 17.7 16.4 15.4
200” 406.4 X 304.8 6.8 59.9 6.6 52.2 200” 160.0 X 120.0 22.3 23.6 21.6 20.6
Notes
• The range of error is +/- 5% because the distances are calculated values.
• Move the unit to the position where the projected image is horizontally centered to the screen.
• Do not use the unit where temperatures vary greatly. The unit must be used at temperatures between 5˚C (41˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F).
• To raise the projection position, place the unit on the stable table.
• If strong light falls on the remote sensor, the remote control may not function. Do not place the unit in direct lightning.
• For best results, do not expose the screen to direct sunlight or strong light.
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Distance and image size for U3- 810Z and U3- 1100Z [Screen height]
The drawings show the image sizes and distances for tele and wide. Tele (max) 4m (13.1 feet)
Wide (max) 200"
[Screen size] 150"

3m (9.8 feet)
120"
100"
2m (6.6 feet)
80"
60"
40" 1m (3.3feet)
25"
H
Center of lens
1m 2m 3m 4m 5m 6m 7m 8m 9m Distance from center of
Lens surface (3.3feet) (6.6 feet) (9.8 feet) (13.1 feet) (16.4 feet) (19.7 feet) (23.0 feet) (26.2 feet) (29.5 feet) lens to lower edge of
screen
[Projection distance]
Projection distance and screen height for U3-810Z
[Screen height]
Tele (max) 4m (13.1 feet)
Wide (max) 200"
[Screen size] 150" 3m (9.8 feet)
120"
100" 2m (6.6 feet)
80"
60"
1m (3.3feet)
40"
26"
H
Center of lens
1m 2m 3m 4m 5m 6m 7m 8m 9m Distance from center of
Lens surface (3.3feet) (6.6 feet) (9.8 feet) (13.1 feet) (16.4 feet) (19.7 feet) (23.0 feet) (26.2 feet) (29.5 feet)
lens to lower edge of
screen
[Projection distance]
Projection distance and screen height for U3-1100Z
U3-810Z U3-1100Z
Screen Screen dimensions Projection distance (m) Height H Projection distance (m) Height H
size (inch) width x height (cm) Wide - Tele (cm) Wide - Tele (cm)
25” 50.8 X 38.1 1.20 7.6 – –
26” 52.8 X 39.6 1.22 7.6 1.2 6.8
40” 81.3 X 61.0 1.6 - 1.9 12.0 1.5 - 1.9 10.4
60” 121.9 X 91.4 2.4 - 2.9 18.0 2.3 - 2.8 15.5
80” 162.6 X 121.9 3.2 - 3.9 23.9 3.1 - 3.7 20.7
100” 203.2 X 152.4 4.1 - 4.9 29.9 3.9 - 4.7 25.9
120” 243.8 X 182.9 4.9 - 5.9 35.9 4.7 - 5.6 31.1
150” 304.8 X 228.6 6.1 - 7.4 44.9 5.9 - 7.1 38.9
200” 406.4 X 304.8 8.2 - 9.8 59.9 7.9 - 9.4 51.8
U3-810Z U3-1100Z
Screen Screen dimensions Projection distance (feet) Height H Projection distance (feet) Height H
size (inch) width x height (inch) Wide - Tele (inch) Wide - Tele (inch)
25” 20.0 X 15.0 3.9 3.0 – –
26” 20.8 X 15.6 4.0 3.0 3.9 2.7
40” 32.0 X 24.0 5.2 - 6.2 4.7 4.9 - 6.2 4.1
60” 48.0 X 36.0 7.9 - 9.5 7.1 7.5 - 9.2 6.1
80” 64.0 X 48.0 10.5 - 12.8 9.4 10.2 - 12.1 8.1
100” 80.0 X 60.0 13.5 - 16.1 11.8 12.8 - 15.4 10.2
120” 96.0 X 72.0 16.1 - 19.4 14.1 15.4 - 18.4 12.2
150” 120.0 X 90.0 20.0 - 24.3 17.7 19.4 - 23.3 15.3
200” 160.0 X 120.0 26.9 - 32.2 23.6 25.9 - 30.8 20.4
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C o n n e c t i o n s
Connecting video equipment

You can connect up to two pieces of video equipment to the unit following the illustrations below.
• You can switch the input source (picture) to VIDEO or S-VIDEO when you connect two pieces of equipment.
(The S-VIDEO connection provides more vivid color and higher resolution compared to the VIDEO connection.)
• You can output the sound of only one component through the unit speaker even when two components are connected.
When connecting two external units, the audio from either one of these units can be output from the speaker of this device. Audio can be
turned on and off for video related input (video, S-video) from the menu or RGB (or YCbCr) input. (see page 28)
Connection to the VIDEO jack of the unit

VCR/DVD player/laser disc player, etc.
(L) (R)
White Red Yellow
Audio cable (accessory) To video out jack
To audio out jack
Audio adaptor (accessory)

Video cable (accessory)
Rear panel jacks of this device
Connection to the S-VIDEO jack of the unit
VCR/DVD player/laser disc player, etc.
(L) (R)
White Red Yellow
Audio cable (accessory) To S-video out jack
To audio out jack

S-video cable (accessory)
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Connecting Video Equipment With Component Video Signal (YCbCr) Output
• Video equipment with component video signal (YCbCr) output can be connected to this projector by setting the RGB/YCbCr connector to
YCbCr (see page 27) from the menu.
Connection to the RGB/YCbCr connector
DVD player
(L) (R) (Y) (Cb) (Cr)
White Red Green Blue Red
To audio out jack To component video (YCbCr) OUT jack
Component cable* (YCbCr cable: option)

* Model name: UP-106
Jacks: RCA × 3 mini D-Sub 15-pin
Audio cable (accessory)
AUDIO MOUSE RGB / YCbCr S-VIDEO VIDEO Plug in the connection cable
and tighten the screws.
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Connecting a PC or Macintosh
This projector can be used as a display for numerous applications by connecting the analog RGB output connector of a PC to the RGB/YCbCr
jack of this projector and setting the RGB/YCbCr connector to RGB (see page 27).
• Either read the instruction manual or contact the manufacturer concerning the method used to set your PC.
● IBM PC/AT compatible

● Macintosh mini D-sub 15-pin monitor output
connector.
Mini D-Sub 15-pin connector

To headphone jack
Audio cable (accessory) RGB cable (accessory)
AUDIO MOUSE RGB / YCbCr S-VIDEO VIDEO Plug in the connection cable
and tighten the screws.
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Changing the computer’s video Notebook computers and resolution
resolutions standards
Depending on your computer's graphics capability, you may be (U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z)
able to select one of several resolutions. Generally a computer- The unit is designed to project industry standardized video such as
either a PC or Macintosh- with 1 MB VRAM will generally run: VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) or XGA
640 × 480 at 16.7 million colors (24 bit true color) (eXtended Graphics Array). Notebook computers do not use indus-
800 × 600 at 65,000 colors. try standards. They use whatever timing is necessary to match their
local LCD display. The end result is typically not standard. By
1024 × 768 at 256 colors. turning off your notebook's display, the timing parameters are a bit
As the resolution increases, the number of colors you can run more like the real VESA or XGA signal.
decreases. With 2 MB VRAM a computer will generally run:
(U3-810SF/U3-810Z)
640 × 480 at 16.7 million colors (24 bit true color).
The unit is designed to project industry standardized video such as
800 × 600 at 16.7 million colors (24 bit true color). VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) or VGA (Video
1024 × 768 at 65,000 colors. Graphics Array). Notebook computers do not use industry stan-
1280 × 1024 at 256 colors. dards. They use whatever timing is necessary to match their local
LCD display. The end result is typically not standard. By turning off
Windows 98/Windows 95 your notebook display, the timing parameters are a bit more like the
There are two methods you can use to change your resolution. real VESA or VGA signal.
Method 1
1 Move your cursor to the background image and R-click. Outputting Notebook Type Personal
2 In the “Properties” menu, select “Settings.” Computer External Output Signals
3 Change your resolution and click “OK.”
When a notebook type personal computer is connected for use in
4 You may be asked to reboot for the changes to take effect, projecting, a certain amount of knowledge is necessary for cable
or a message may appear saying that “Windows is about connection, startup and the succeeding operations. Please refer to
to resize your display.” You’ll be asked if you want to the instruction manual of your notebook type personal computer
keep your settings. Select “Yes.” when performing the following operations.
Method 2 1. Make sure that this device is receiving signals

1 Click on your “My Computer” icon. from your notebook type personal computer.
2 Open “Control Panel” and select “Display.” The external signal may not be output even though the LCD
screen of the notebook type personal computer indicates such
3 Change your resolution and click “OK.” after the new output. Check by using the INFORMATION menu displayed
resolution is selected. by this device (page 20, 21).
4 You may be asked to reboot for the changes to take effect, If 0kHz is displayed, there is no external output signal from the
or a message may appear saying that “Windows is about personal computer.
to resize your display.” You’ll be asked if you want to
2. If the notebook type personal computer is not
keep your settings. Select “Yes.”
outputting the external signal, perform the fol-
Windows 3.1 lowing operation.
1 Click on the “Main” icon and open “Control Panel.” For IBM PC/AT machines, press either the [Fn] key or one of
2 Select “Change System Settings” and click on “Option.” the [F1] - [F12] keys.
3 Choose “Change Display Settings.” Note

4 Select the resolution you want. When displayed on the LCD screen of a notebook type personal
computer and this device at the same time, the projected video
5 Choose the current or desired drive. may not be correct even the LCD screen display is normal. In
6 Restart Windows for the changes to take effect. such case, turn off the notebook type personal computer display
and try using only the external output mode. (In some cases,
Macintosh external output only can be set by performing step 2 above or by
1 Under the Apple menu, select “Control Panels” and open closing the LCD panel.)
“Monitors.”
2 Click and open “Options.”
3 Select your new resolution and click “OK.”
E – 13
O p e r a t i o n
Using the unit

Before Using
Open the sliding lens cap. 3 Turn on the connected source (computer,
VCR, DVD player, etc.).
If you use a video component, start playback for
screen/image adjustment.
4 Select the input by pressing either the

VIDEO or RGB button of the remote con-
trol, or the SOURCE button of this device
1 Connect the power cord. (refer to page 16).
The POWER indicator will light amber, the ex- MOUSE POWER
haust fan will operate at slow speed and the
MENU
standby status will be activated. VIDEO RGB SOURCE
CANCEL
Lights in amber
(Standby)
POWER STATU
Notes
POWER SO • If the blue or black screen (the background type differs
depending on the “BACKGROUND” setting. See page 28.)
is projected, check the following:
– Is the source properly connected to the unit?
– Is the source component or computer turned on?
TO
AU
SO S
U
CE
AT
ST
UR
– Are the video signals coming to the unit?

ER
W
ER
PO
W
PO
• The video resolution of the connected computer can be

VIDEO
changed. See page 13.
EO
S VID
1
r
/ YCbC
RGB
5
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MOUS
AUDIO
Adjust the position and height of the unit.

Move the unit to the position where the projected
Power cable
(supplied) 2 image is horizontally centered to the screen.
• When the projected image is offset
horizontally
Adjust the position of the unit so that the unit is
square to the screen.
2 Press POWER on the remote control, or View from the top Screen
POWER on top of the unit, to turn on the

unit.
The POWER indicator on top of the unit turns to
green and starts flashing.
It takes one minute for the unit to be ready for use.
Wait until the indicator stops flashing and lights
steadily in green.
MOUSE POWER
MENU • When the projected image is offset ver-

VIDEO RGB
CANCEL
tically
Adjust the height balance of the unit with the
Green light flashes
(About one minute) adjusters. See next page.
↓ Side view
Then lights steadily
POWER ST in green
POWER Screen
Note
While the POWER indicator is flashing, the unit doesn’t turn
off even if you press POWER on the remote control, or
POWER on the unit. E – 14 (Continued on next page.)
Adjuster Adjustment The top and bottom of the projected image is
There are two adjusters: one on the right side of the back panel corrected, as shown below.
and another in the front center of the main unit.
If a menu is being displayed, distortion of the
To raise the projection position:
menu will not be corrected.
1Use right hands to lift the front of the main unit to approxi-
mately the desired adjustment angle.
2Press the adjuster button on the front.
Loosen the adjuster legs and allow them to drop into position.
3Release the button.
The extended adjuster legs will be locked.
4Rotate the contact surfaces of the rear adjuster either clock-
wise or counterclockwise to accurately adjust the level. 7 [U3- 810SF/U3- 1100SF]
Adjust the image size to match the distance to the screen.
Next, use the focus ring to adjust the focus.
2 3
1 Focus ring
4
Up
Down
Up [U3- 810Z/U3- 1100Z]

Adjust the image size to match the distance to the screen.
Down Use the zoom ring to adjust the image size. Next, use the
focus ring to adjust the focus.
To lower the projection position: Zoom ring

Preparation: Lower the front adjuster.
1Raise the adjusting foot. If the image is too low, raise the Focus ring
front adjuster to move up it.
2Rotate the contact surfaces of the rear adjuster either clock-
wise or counterclockwise to accurately adjust the level. OPE
N
Down
/ YCbC
r
S VID
EO
VIDEO
8 Change the unit setting to suit the

AUDI
O
MOU
SE
RGB
Up 2 method and source selected in step 4.
• Select the “PROJECTION” appropriate
for the type of projector installation.
1 (See page 29)
If the image is projected reversed, vertically, or
horizontally, reset “PROJECTION”.
6 When distortion of the projected image • In the case of video or S-video, select
cannot be corrected with the adjusters, the color system as necessary. (See
press the KEYSTONE +/– buttons of the page 26)
Normally, it is not necessary to change the
remote control to fine adjust (see page factory settings. Also, set the RGB/YCbCr con-
18). nector for component video (YCbCr). (See
Using KEYSTONE to adjust projected image
page 27)
• In the case of RGB input, adjust the
distortion. video of the connected PC.
This projector automatically identifies the input
signal and selects the most appropriate resolution.
However, manually adjust the “PICTURE ADJ”
and “FINE PICTURE” (see page 24) when there
is flicker, noise, color offset, etc., and manually
adjust the vertical and horizontal position (see
page 24) when the image is not centered.
You can also choose to project the image at the
original size of the incoming signal resolution.
Note (see page 27). (Normally, the resolution is au-
Maximum correction is 14 degrees (including optical correc- tomatically sensed and the display is enlarged
tion).
or reduced.)
E – 15 (Continued on the next page.)

Using the unit Using the Remote Control
( c o n t i n u e d ) (Input Selection)
9 Adjust the picture elements (see page

22), then select the picture type
according to the video content (see page
26).
MOUSE POWER
10
MENU
VIDEO RGB
Start using the unit. VIDEO button CANCEL RGB button
The following functions are available while using
the unit: Operating from the main unit
• Adjusting the volume of the unit's speaker Inputs can be selected not only by operating the remote
(see pages 18 and 28), control but also by using the main unit SOURCE button.
• Turning off the image and muting the sound POWER STATUS
POWER SOURCE AUTO

temporarily (see page 18),
• Freezing a moving picture (see page 18),
• Enlarging the picture (see page 19) SOURCE button
Note
• When there is no signal input for a period of 5 min. or more, 1 Press the VIDEO button.
the power is automatically turned off and standby status is The video signal (VIDEO, S-VIDEO) connected
activated. (see page 29) to the input jack of this device will be detected
and projected automatically. If a video signal is
not detected, the message NO SIGNAL will be
After using the unit displayed.
VIDEO
1 Press the POWER button of the remote
control or the POWER button of the main
unit for a few seconds. 2 Press the RGB button.
The power will turn off and the POWER indicator The analog RGB signal connected to the input
will blink amber for 1 min., then the standby connector of this device will be detected and
status will be activated. (The exhaust fan will projected automatically.
continue to run for a while for cooling purposes.) (Component video will be detected if the RGB/
Do not unplug the power cord while the indicator YCbCr connector is set (page 27) to YCbCr.) If a
is blinking. video signal is not detected, the message NO
MOUSE POWER SIGNAL will be displayed.
POWER ST RGB
MENU POWER
VIDEO RGB
CANCEL
Blinks amber Note

(1 min.) • All video signals input to this device will be detected if Auto
↓ Source (page 29) is set.
Lights amber
Note
• The POWER switches of the remote control and main unit
3 Press the SOURCE button.
The video signal (RGB or YCbCr, VIDEO, S-
will not operate until the blinking stops.
VIDEO) connected to the input jack of this device
• After the standby status is activated, wait 1 min. or more
before turning the power on again. The power will not turn will automatically be detected and projected. If a
on until the 1 min. interval has elapsed. video signal is not detected, the message NO
• The exhaust fan will continue to run even in standby status. SIGNAL will be displayed.
SOURCE
2 Disconnect the power cord.

The POWER indicator will turn off. The signals are sensed repeatedly in the se-
quence shown below.
→ RGB/YCbCr
S-VIDEO ← VIDEO
Note
• When Auto Source (see page 29) is set to ON, all signals
input to this projector will be sensed.
E – 16
Using the Remote Control as the PC
M o u s e
The remote control of this projector can be used as the PC mouse (wireless mouse function) by connecting the MOUSE connector of this
projector and the PC.
Remote control mouse functions

• When the MOUSE button on the remote control is pressed, the button is lit in red.
This red light shows that the cursor key on the remote control operates the computer mouse
function.
When the MOUSE button is pressed again, the button's light goes off. In this condition the cursor
MOUSE POWER
key operates the projector cursor function. MOUSE button MENU
VIDEO RGB
• If a computer running Windows is connected, the ENTER button on the remote control operates CANCEL
as the computer mouse left click button and the CANCEL button as the computer mouse right
click button.
• If a Macintosh computer is connected, the ENTER and CANCEL buttons operate in the same way as the computer mouse click button.
Connecting a PC and the MOUSE connector of this projector

Before connecting a PC
• Before connecting, turn off the PC power. Turn off the power of this projector if it is on.
• When connection is completed, turn on the power of this projector and then start the PC.
USB Port Connection

Connect the supplied USB mouse cable directly to the USB
port (universal serial bus) of the personal computer, as
shown in the diagram.
Personal computer IBM PC/AT or
USB port Macintosh
USB mouse cable (accessory)

MOUSE connector
To PS/2 MOUSE IBM PS/2 compatible

port
PS/2 mouse cable (accessory)
IBM PS/2 Mouse Port Connection

Connect the supplied PS/2 mouse cable to the personal
computer, as shown in the diagram.
Note
• Depending on the personal computer, the mouse may not be recognized in some cases if not connected to the MOUSE connector before the personal
computer power is turned on.
• In the case of some notebook and laptop type personal computers, it may not be possible to use the standard pointing device (track ball, etc.) of the
personal computer when connected to the MOUSE connector. In such case, it will not be possible to use the pointing device until the personal
computer is rebooted, even if disconnected from the MOUSE connector.
E – 17
Various functions while using the unit
The following operations can be performed by opening the FLIP COVER of the remote control.
FREEZE button
AUTO FREEZE MUTE

AUTO button MUTE button
ZOOM +/– button VOLUME +/– button

KEYSTONE +/– button
Automatic Screen Adjustment Adjusting the Volume

Adjusting the volume of the unit's speaker.
Press the AUTO button.
AUTO Press VOLUME + to increase the volume
or – to decrease.
VOLUME
The position and size of the input image will be
adjusted automatically in accordance with the
resolution.
Note
Operation is the same as with the AUTO button of the main unit.
KEYSTONE Adjustment
Freezing animated images When distortion of the projected image
You can capture the desired frame of a moving picture. cannot be compensated with the adjust-
ers, press the KEYSTONE +/– button to
Press FREEZE button. adjust accurately.
A still image of the current frame is displayed. To KEYSTONE
restore the present picture, press the button
again.
FREEZE
Tip
The still picture can also be enlarged (see page 19).
Turning off the image and muting the

sound temporarily
Using KEYSTONE button to adjust the top and
Press MUTE button. bottom of a projected image.
The top and bottom of the projected will be compensated, as
The image turns off and the sound is muted at the shown in the diagram. If the menu is displayed, distortion of
same time. To restore the picture and sound, the menu itself will not be compensated.
press the button again. Note
MUTE When keystone adjustment is used, whether or not the aspect
ratio of the image is to be maintained can be set from the menu
(see page 28).
E – 18
To move to the desired portion of the
enlarged picture
Cursor key Press the desired portion of the cursor

MOUSE POWER
key.
MENU
ZOOM +/– button VIDEO

CANCEL
RGB
The available directions are indicated by the four
The ZOOM +/- buttons are used large triangle marks on the cursor key. The pic-
for the digital zoom function
which allows you to enlarge a AUTO FREEZE MUTE ture will move in the direction of the mark you are
portion of the image. ZOOM KEYSTONE VOLUME pressing.
To adjust the image size, enlarge
the image manually by using the Move upward
zoom ring. (available on U3-
810Z and U3-1100Z only)
Enlarging the picture

Move leftward Move rightward
You can enlarge the picture up to ten times the original
size.
Press ZOOM + button.

While the button is pressed the picture is en-
larged until it becomes ten times the original size.
Release the button at the desired size.
ZOOM
Move downward
Note
Less than the original size of the picture cannot be moved
Ten times as large as because the whole image is fully displayed.
Original size the original size
Note
The quality of the enlarged picture deteriorates compared to
the original size picture.
Screen Reduction
Press ZOOM – button. When this button is

released, the screen will return to 90%
reduction.
ZOOM
90% reduction
Enlarged screen Standard screen screen
E – 19
M e n u o p e r a t i o n
Menu Structure
The numerals in parentheses ( ) are reference page numbers.
The normal menu will be

displayed when the MENU Normal menu
button is pressed with the
remote control FLIP COVER For VIDEO, S-VIDEO and component video (YCbCr) input
closed.
(22)
(22)
(22)
MENU button MOUSE POWER
(22)
VIDEO
MENU
CANCEL
RGB (22)
(25)
PLUS (25)
Advanced menu
The advanced menu will be
displayed when the MENU For VIDEO, S-VIDEO and component video (YCbCr) input
button is pressed with the
remote control FLIP COVER
open. (26)
(26)
(26)
MENU button
(26) Å
MOUSE POWER
(27)
MENU
VIDEO RGB
CANCEL
AUTO FREEZE MUTE
(27)
(27)
(28)
Common menu
(28)
(28)
(28)
(29)
(29)
(29)
ı
Common menu
(30)
(30)
Ç
(30)
(30)
(30)
E – 20
Normal menu
RGB input
(22)
(22)
(24)
(24)
(24)
(25)
(25)
Advanced menu
• The Advanced menu cannot be used unless the FLIP COVER of the supplied remote control is open.
RGB input
(26)
(26)
(26)
(27)
(26)
(27)
(27) Å (26)
(28)
(28)
ı (29)
Ç (30)
E – 21
Adjusting the picture elements
The picture elements such as brightness, contrast, white
balance, and so on can be adjusted individually for each
input source. The adjustable items vary depending on the
input source.
(The elements marked with “ ” are adjustable.)
Input source VIDEO/S-VIDEO CONPONENT VIDEO RGB
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
COLOR –
TINT – –
SHARPNESS – –
The elements marked with " " are adjustable.

The element marked with " " is adjustable for NTSC and
NTSC4.43 only.
The elements marked with "-" are not adjustable.
1 Select the input source (see page 16) 7 Press the cursor / keys to select
“COLOR”.
2 Press the MENU button to display the
menu, hold down the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys or 8 Press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to adjust the
the MENU button and then select “IM- color.
AGE”.
9 Press the cursor / keys to select
3 Press the cursor / keys to select “TINT”.
“BRIGHTNESS”. Note
The items that appear in the menu will differ This adjustment is not possible with color systems other than
NTSC and NTSC4.43.
depending on the input.
4 Press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to adjust the

tint.
brightness.

“SHARPNESS”.
“CONTRAST”.
Note
6 Press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to adjust the This adjustment is not possible with YCbCr signal.
contrast.
Some elements are not adjustable for Video, S-
sharpness.
Video and Component (YCbCr) signal in the
procedures from Step 7.
Elements that are not adjustable are not dis-
played.
To select other menu names

Press the MENU button. The cursor
will disappear and the menu selection
screen will be displayed.
To close the menu

Press the CANCEL button.
E – 22
Adjusting the projected image from
the computer
The unit selects the most suitable resolutions as shown in the “Timing Chart” below according to the incoming signals from the RGB/YCbCr
connector. However, you may need manual adjustment depending on the computer. If you have any vertical banding, noise, dot interference,
or crosstalk on the projected picture, adjust the clock frequency with “PICTURE ADJ” then the clock phase with “FINE PICTURE” (see page
24). You can also adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the image (see page 24).
When adjusting manually, you can choose to project the image at the original size of the incoming signal resolution (see page 27). (Normally,
the image is enlarged or reduced to the most suitable size automatically.)
Timing Chart
Resolution H Sync. (kHz) V Sync. (Hz)
IBM PC/AT compatible machine 640 × 350 31.5 70.1
640 × 350 37.9 85.1
720 × 350 31.5 70.0
640 × 400 31.5 70.1
640 × 400 37.9 85.1
720 × 400 31.5 70.0
720 × 400 37.9 85.0
640 × 480 31.5 60.0
640 × 480 37.9 72.8
640 × 480 37.5 75.0
640 × 480 43.3 85.0
800 × 600 35.2 56.3
800 × 600 37.9 60.3
800 × 600 46.9 75.0
800 × 600 48.1 72.2
800 × 600 53.7 85.1
1024 × 768 48.4 60.0
1024 × 768 56.5 70.1
1024 × 768 58.1 72.0
1024 × 768 60.0 75.0
1024 × 768 68.7 85.0
1280 × 1024 64.0 60.0
1280 × 1024 80.0 75.0
1280 × 1024 91.1 85.0
Apple Macintosh 640 × 480 35.0 66.7
832 × 624 49.7 74.5
1024 × 768 60.2 74.9
1152 × 870 68.7 75.6
1280 × 1024 81.1 76.1
Sun 1152 × 900 61.8 66.0
1280 × 1024 74.9 69.9
1280 × 1024 81.1 76.1
SGI 1024 × 768 49.7 60.4
1280 × 1024 63.9 60.0
1152 × 900 71.7 76.1
HP 1280 × 1024 78.1 72.0
(U3-1100SF / U3-1100Z)
The resolution of the unit is 1024 × 768. Other resolution images (e.g. 1280 × 1024) are compressed into 1024 × 768. In such a case, projected letters
and lines might appear unevenly.
(U3-810SF / U3-810Z)
The resolution of the unit is 800 × 600. Other resolution images (e.g. 1024 × 768) are compressed into 800 × 600. In such a case, projected letters
and lines might appear unevenly.
E – 23
Manual Adjustment of Personal
Computer Images
Adjusting Clock Frequency and Phase Adjusting the position of the image
If the image is offset up, down, left or right, adjust the
vertical and horizontal position.
1 Select RGB as the input (page 16).
2 Press the MENU button to display the 1 Perform steps 1 - 6 for Adjusting the
main menu and then press the cursor 䊴 / Clock Frequency and Phase on this page.
䊳 keys to select the “IMAGE”.
3 Press the cursor / keys to select the

2 Press the cursor / keys and select
“POSITION”.
“PICTURE ADJ”.
4 Press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys and adjust the

3 Press the cursor / , 䊴 / 䊳 keys and
adjust the horizontal and vertical posi-
image width in relation to the screen. tion.
Adjustment is performed in dot units. Adjust to
the position where vertical flicker disappears.
5 Press the cursor / keys and select

“FINE PICTURE”.
6 Press the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys and adjust to

minimize image noise, flicker, color varia-
tions, etc.
Reconnecting a separate personal computer or

other device to the RGB jack
Either press the AUTO button on the main unit or open the FLIP
COVER of the remote control and press the AUTO button there.
If no images appear during setting

Use the following procedure when no images appear during setting
because the clock frequency or phase is grossly inaccurate.
1 Turn off the power of all devices connected.
The input signal will stop and either a blue or black background
(This depends on the Background setting. page 28) will be
projected.
2 Perform a reset (page 25).
3 Readjust the picture ADJ and fine picture

To close the menu

E – 24
Resetting the Lamp
R e s e t t i n g Hours of Usage
Resetting Resetting the time the hours of lamp

All items can be reset to the standard settings except as
usage
follows. When the lamp is replaced (page 33), it is necessary to set
• Lamp usage time the lamp hours of usage from the menu.
• KEYSTONE adjustment values (including the KEY-
STONE setting value: page 28).
• SOURCE CHANGE 1 Press the remote control MENU button,
use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to display the
“INFORMATION” menu and set the lamp
1 Press the remote control MENU button to hours of usage.
display the normal menu and then press
the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “INFOR-
2 Display the INFORMATION menu, use the
cursor / keys to select “LAMP USAGE
MATION”.
HOURS RESET” and then press the EN-
2 When the INFORMATION menu appears, TER button.
press the cursor / keys select “RE-
SET”, then press the ENTER button.
3 If the ENTER button is not used during
reset, press the CANCEL button.
3 If the ENTER button is not used during
reset, press the CANCEL button.
When the power will not turn on because

the lamp usage hours of has exceeded
1100 hours
The power will not turn on when the lamp hours of usage
has exceeded 1100 hours. The status light will be on
continually (page 32). Thus, the menu cannot be displayed.
In such case, replace the lamp housing, then use the
following procedure to reset.
1 Connect the power cord (page 14).

Standby status will be activated.
2 Press the SOURCE and AUTO buttons of

the main unit at the same time for 5 sec. or
more.
The lamp hours of usage will be reset. After
resetting, the Status indicator (page 32) that
turned on because 1100 hours had been ex-
ceeded will turn off.

To close the menu

E – 25
Setting Narrow Images (Advanced
M e n u )
Set the colors as desired in accordance Setting the Cinema Mode
with the image contents. This is the setting for enjoying video in a dark or light
Subtle color settings are possible, as desired. Setting is room.
possible for each input. This feature emphasizes the White which is available on
Video and S-Video input.
1 Select the image to be input (page 16). 1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con-
trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
2 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con- play the Advanced menu, then use the
trol open, press the MENU button to dis- cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “COLOR”.
play the Advanced menu, then use the
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “COLOR”. 2 Use the cursor / keys to select “CIN-
EMA”.
3 Use the cursor / keys to select
“GAMMA”. 3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the
“CINEMA”.
4 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the The following can be selected.
“GAMMA”. "ON" is for a darkened room. Color around white
The following can be selected. portion is natural and smooth.
● Normal ● Natural ● Real ● Custom "OFF" is for a bright-lit room. White is empha-
Normal is standard settings; Natural stresses sized.
coloring; Real stresses (brightness). Custom is
used to adjust freely as desired.
5 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “CUS-

TOM”, press the ENTER button to display Selecting the Color System
the sub-menu and then set the gamma The following color systems can be used with this device.
value. There are 31 index values.
● NTSC 3.58 ● NTSC 4.43
● PAL ● PAL-M ● PAL-N ● PAL60
● SECAM
Only NTSC 3.58 and PAL can be used for component
Adjusting Color Balance video.
Color balance (white balance) can be set for each input. Selection is automatic when AUTO is used.
1 Select the image to be input (page 16). 1 Select an input for the color system to be
selected (page 16).
2 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con-
trol open, press the MENU button to dis- 2 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con-
play the Advanced menu, then use the trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “COLOR”. play the Advanced menu, then use the
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “COLOR”.
“COLOR TEMP”. 3 Use the cursor / keys to select
“COLOR SYSTEM” and then press the
4 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select the ENTER button.
“COLOR TEMP”.
Four different types of color balance can be set 4 Use the cursor / keys to select the
beforehand: Low, Medium, Standard and High. color system and then press the ENTER
button.
When the ENTER button is pressed, the
sub-menu will be displayed to enable fine To select other menu names
adjustment. Press the MENU button. The cursor will disappear and the menu
selection screen will be displayed.
To close the menu

E – 26
Setting in Accordance
With Image Contents
Setting the RGB/YCbCr connector Setting the Display Frame
The RGB/YCbCr connector can be switched and used as The display frame can be set individually for each input.
the component video signal (YCbCr) input connector.
1 Select the input for image selection (page

1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con- 16).
play the Advanced menu, then use the 2 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con-
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “COLOR”. trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
2 Use the cursor / keys to select cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “VIEW”.
“SOURCE CHANGE”.
3 Display the frame, then use the cursor /
3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the keys to select “ASPECT”.
“SOURCE CHANGE”.
The following can be selected. 4 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the
● RGB ● YCbCr
“ASPECT” ratio.
Any of the following four different settings can be
When component video (YCbCr) input is used,
selected for images.
use the optional component video cable.
●REAL (input signal projection without pixel re-
placement)
●AUTO (projection after automatic input signal
zoom in/zoom out)
●DIRECT (the original aspect ratio of the image
is maintained at all times)
●4:3 → 16:9 (4:3 aspect ratio images are pro-
jected after conversion to 16:9 aspect ratio)
Setting Filter
This is used to set the sharpness during pixel conversion
(image compression/enlargement).

cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “VIEW”.
2 Display the frame, then use the cursor /

keys to select “FILTER”.
3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the

sharpness.

To close the menu

E – 27
Setting in Accordance With
Image Contents (continued) Initial Settings
Setting Keystone Audio Muting
This is used to set the height for keystone adjustment. Audio only can be muted for each input.
This function is convenient when multiple video units are
connected to this projector.
play the Advanced menu, then use the 1 Select the input to be muted (page 16).
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “VIEW”.
2 Display the frame, then use the cursor / trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
keys to select “KEYSTONE”. play the Advanced menu, then use the
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “SETUP”.
3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “NOR-
MAL” or “FULL”. 3 Use the cursor / keys to select
●Normal: normal keystone correction “SOUND MUTE”, then use the cursor 䊴 /
䊳 keys to set muting to ON or OFF.
Selecting the Background

Two different backgrounds can be selected for projection
when there is no signal input.
●Full: In this mode, the image is enlarged to fill
the screen vertically and then Keystone correc-
tion is performed.

“BACKGROUND”.
3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select one of

the following backgrounds.
● Blue ● Black
Setting the partial display position
Auto Gain
Input a signal that is rated SXGA (XGA for the U3-810SF/
U3-810Z) to RGB/YCbCr connector and then set the partial Brightness and contrast are adjusted automatically.
display position with ASPECT (described later) set to Real.
1 Select the input to be set for auto gain

1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con- (page 16).
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “VIEW”. trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
2 Display the frame, use the cursor / cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “SETUP”.
keys to select “PAN” and then press the
ENTER button. 3 Use the cursor / key to select “AUTO
GAIN”, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to
3 Use the cursor / , 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the set ON or OFF.
display position.
Press the MENU button. The cursor will disappear and the menu
To close the menu

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Auto Source Settings Using the Power Saving Function
Automatically Searching The Input Signal When there is no signal input for a period of 5 min. or
more, the power is automatically turned off and standby
status is activated.
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “SETUP”. trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
2 Use the cursor / keys to select “AUTO cursor 䊴 / 䊳 buttons to select “SETUP”.
SOURCE”, then use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys
to set ON or OFF. 2 When SETUP menu is displayed, use the
ON: All input signals are searched. cursor / keys to select “AUTO
OFF: Remote control VIDEO button: POWER OFF”.
Video and S-video are searched. 3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set Power
Remote control RGB button: Saving to ON or OFF.
RGB and YCbCr signals are searched.
Main unit SOURCE button:
All input signals are searched individually.
Selecting a Projection Type

If the projection type is not correctly set in accordance with the
installation conditions, images may be projected reversed, verti-
cally, or horizontally.

2 When SETUP menu is displayed, use the

cursor / keys to select “PROJEC-
TION”, then press the ENTER button.
3 Use the cursor / keys to select a

projection type in accordance with the
set conditions.
The setting items will change as shown below
each time a key is pressed.
Normal ⇔ Reversed vertically+horizontally
⇔
Reversed vertically ⇔ Reversed horizontally

To close the menu

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Setting the Menu
Selecting a Menu Language Menu Viewing Settings
Any one of eight different languages can be selected for The menu viewing method can be set with this function.
menu displays.
1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con- play the Advanced menu, then use the
trol open, press the MENU button to dis- cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “OPTION”.
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “OPTION”.
2 When OPTION menu is displayed, use the
cursor / keys to select “MENU TYPE”.
3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select
cursor / keys to select “LANGUAGE”,
“TRANSLUCENT” or “OPAQUE”.
then press the ENTER button.
3 Use the cursor / keys to select one of

the following languages. Other Menu Settings
●English
The time that the menu is displayed on the screen can be
●German set with this function.
●French
●Italian 1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con-
●Swedish trol open, press the MENU button to dis-
●Spanish
●Chinese
●Japanese 2 When OPTION menu is displayed, use the
cursor / keys to select “DISPLAY
TIME”.
Setting the Menu Display Position 3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set a value
The menu display position can be set with this function. from 5 sec. to 30 sec.
1 With the FLIP COVER of the remote con- On-screen Display

play the Advanced menu, then use the This function is set to ON at the factory. When set to ON,
cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to select “OPTION”. input will be projected onto the screen when the input is
switched with the remote control button. Also, the Input
2 When OPTION menu is displayed, use the menu will be displayed when the power is turned on to
indicate the selected input. In addition, status is displayed
cursor / keys to select “MENU POSI-
on the menu bar when FREEZE, MUTE, ZOOM, KEY-
TION” and then press the ENTER button.
STONE or VOLUME is set.
3 Use the cursor / , 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set the
display position.

cursor / keys to select “ON SCREEN”.
3 Use the cursor 䊴 / 䊳 keys to set ON or

OFF.

Press the MENU button. The cursor will disappear and the menu
To close the menu

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O t h e r s
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g
Please check the following before requesting repairs.
Symptom Procedure Reference page

The power will not turn on. • Is the power plug connected to the power outlet? 14
• Is the lamp cover correctly installed? 33
• Is the internal temperature too high? A protective feature prevents the 32
power turning on when the internal temperature is too high.
• Has the lamp usage time exceeded 1100 hours? The power will not turn 25, 32, 33
on when 1100 hours have elapsed.
• Any high-tension noise to the power line with extremely high pulse can
stop the projector. If it happens, unplug the power cord from the outlet
once and then plug it again.
No image • Has the connected input been selected? 16, 18
• Is the cable correctly connected to the input jack? 10, 11, 12
• Are the brightness and contrast set to minimum? 22
• Is the sliding lens cap closed? 14
• Is the lamp blown? 33
• Has the lamp usage time exceeded 1100 hours? 25, 32, 33
• If a notebook type computer is being used, was the computer power turned 12, 13
on after the projector was connected? Is the computer set to disable out-
put to the external RGB jack?
In many cases, when a notebook type computer is connected to the pro-
jector, a signal will not be output to the RGB OUT jack unless the com-
puter power is turned on.
• Does the STATUS indicator blink? 32
Distorted images • Is installation correct? 14
• Was the Keystone adjustment performed correctly? 18, 28
Blurred images • Is the lens properly focused? 15
• Are the screen and projector positioned at the correct angle? 14
• Does the projection distance place the screen outside the focus range? 9
• Is there condensation, dirt, etc., on the lens? —
Condensation on the internal optical system is possible when the projec-
tor has been stored in a cool place and then is used in a warm place. In
such cases, wait several minutes for the condensation to evaporate.
Images are offset vertically or • Correctly adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the screen. 24
horizontally and are not • Is the clock frequency correctly adjusted? 24
correctly displayed • Are the resolution and frequency correct for the input signal? Check the 23
resolution of the personal computer.
The remote control does not • Does the send indicator (LED) light? If it does not light, the batteries are 5, 8
work exhausted. In such cases, replace with fresh batteries.
• Is there any obstacle between the remote control and the photoreceptor 5
of the main unit?
• Is the remote control being used outside its effective range? 5
• Is there a fluorescent light or other strong light source close to the photo- —
receptor?
The wireless mouse does not • Is the MOUSE jack of the main unit and the personal computer correctly 17
work connected?
• Was the personal computer started after being connected to the MOUSE 17
jack of the main unit?
The STATUS indicator blinks • Check the STATUS indicator list. 32
Flickering text or offset colors • Manually adjust the clock frequency and phase. 24
with RGB input • Press the AUTO button.
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When the STATUS indicator lights or flashes
STATUS indicator
POWER STATUS
POWER SOURCE AUTO
Status Light Messages
Condition Status
OFF Normal
On Continually The lamp usage has exceeded 1000 hours of operation and should be replaced.
Flashing Very Rapidly (On and off • The lamp cover is not correctly attached. Replace it correctly.
in a cycle of 1 sec.)
Flashing Rapidly • The temperature protector has been triggered. If the room temperature is high,
(On and off in a cycle of 4 sec.) move the unit to a cool location. If the temperature within the unit is high, check the
cooling fan ventilation slots and the ventilation slots on the bottom of the unit. If
any of the slots are blocked, remove whatever is blocking them.
• The temperature protector has been triggered. If you try to turn on the unit immedi-
ately after turning off, sometimes the power does not come on. If this happens, wait
at least one minute, then turn on the unit again.
• The lamp lighting voltage error detection protector has been triggered. Wait at
least one minute before turning on the unit again. If this does not solve the problem,
please contact your dealer.
Flashing Slowly (On and off in a The cooling fan has stopped. Contact your PLUS dealer for service.
cycle of 8 sec.)
Flashing Very Slowly (On and off in The lamp is not turned on.
a cycle of 12 sec.) • The unit was turned on immediately after being turned off. Turn off the unit, wait at
least one minute, then turn on the unit again.
• The lamp is dead. Replace the lamp cartridge. (See page 33.)
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Replacing the lamp cartridge
The rated lamp life is about 1,000 hours. The rated lamp life is the average Step 3
life of the lamps produced and tested (under the test conditions of our
company) for a long term, however, it may become shorter depending on
the conditions of usage.
After the lamp has been operating for 1000 hours or longer, the STATUS
indicator on the control panel will light and the “LAMP USAGE” icon
which shows hours of total lamp usage will be displayed on the screen.
When this happens, turn off the unit and replace the lamp cartridge with a
new one. The unit will not turn on after 1100 hours. (It will go off if it is in
use.) Step 4
Lamp Cover
CAUTION
• DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been
used. It will be extremely hot. Allow at least one hour for the
lamp to cool before handling.
• DO NOT LOOSEN ANY SCREWS except for those men-
tioned in the instructions below. There is danger of electric
shock. Step 5
Lamp cartridge replacement procedure

1 Disconnect the power cable.
Wait at least one hour for the lamp to cool.
2 Turn the unit upside down carefully. Lamp cartridge
3 Loosen the lamp cover securing screw. Step 6
4 Remove the lamp cover.
CAUTION: Do not use a lamp cartridge other than the PLUS

replacement lamp cartridge. Order this from your PLUS dealer
using the unit model number (see “Notes” below).
5 Loosen the three lamp cartridge securing screws.

(This unit has a safety switch.) Step 7
6 Hold the handle then pull the lamp cartridge upward to remove
it.
7 Install the new lamp cartridge.
8 Secure the lamp cartridge with the three screws.
9 Replace the lamp cover and secure it with the securing screw.
10 Return the unit to the normal position, connect the power cable,
and turn on the unit.
11 Reset “LAMP USAGE.” (See page 25). Step 8
Notes
• When the lamp usage time reaches 1100 hours, it becomes impossible
to switch on the power and menus are not displayed. In such a case,
Step 9
see “If the unit doesn’t go on because lamp usage exceeds 1100
hours” on page 25.
• Obtain a replacement lamp cartridge at the store where the unit was
purchased. Please specify the following information when ordering a
replacement lamp cartridge:
– Model name : U3-130
– Product code : 28-390
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S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
Optical
DMDTM Single Chip Digital Micro Device (DMDTM)
1024⳯768 dots (U3-1100SF/U3-1100Z) / 800⳯600 dots (U3-810SF/U3-810Z)
Lamp High Performance Compact Lamp
Lens See below.
Image Size See below.
Projection Distance See below.
Light Output 1000 ANSI lumens (normally white)
Contrast Ratio 650 : 1
Electrical
Inputs Video (NTSC / PAL / PAL_M / PAL_N / PAL60 / SECAM / NTSC4.43)
RGB (H:15 to 91 kHz, V: 50 to 85 Hz)
Color Reproduction Full color, 16.7 million colors simultaneously.
Resolution U3-1100SF/U31100Z : SXGA (Compression), XGA(True), SVGA/VGA (Expansion/True)
U3-810SF/U3810Z : XGA (Compression), SVGA (True), VGA (Expansion/True)
Power Requirement 100 to 120/220 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 180 watts
Mechanical
Dimensions Excluding Stand 23.0 cm (W)⳯4.8 cm (H)⳯17.7 cm (D) / 9.0 in.(W)⳯1.9 in.(H)⳯7.0 in.(D)
Weight Apploximately 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs
Operational Temperatures Data projector: 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F), 30 to 85% humidity
Remote control: 0° to 60°C (32° to 140°F)
Regulations UL Approved (UL 1950, CSA 950)
Meets FCC Class A requirements
Meets EMC Directive (EN55022, EN55024)
Meets Low Voltage Directive (EN60950)
U3-810SF U3-1100SF U3-810Z U3-1100Z

Fixed focus Fixed focus Manual zoom (x1.2) Manual zoom (x1.2)
Lens Manual focus Manual focus Manual focus Manual focus
F=2.4 f = 23 mm F = 2.4 f = 23 mm F = 2.4 - 2.6 f = 27.5 - 33.0 mm F = 2.4 - 2.6 f = 27.5 - 33.0mm
Minimum 35" Minimum 36" Minimum 25" Minimum 26"
Image size (Projection distance 1.2m) (Projection distance 1.2m) (Projection distance 1.2m at tele) (Projection distance 1.2m at tele)
Maximum 200" Maximum 200" Maximum 200" Maximum 200"
(Projection distance 6.8m) (Projection distance 6.6m) (Projection distance 9.8m at wide) (Projection distance 9.4m at wide)
U3-810SF U3-1100SF U3-810Z U3-1100Z

Fixed focus Fixed focus Manual zoom (x1.2) Manual zoom (x1.2)
Lens Manual focus Manual focus Manual focus Manual focus
F=2.4 f = 0.9 inch F = 2.4 f = 0.9 inch F = 2.4 - 2.6 f = 1.1 - 1.3 inch F = 2.4 - 2.6 f = 1.1 - 1.3 inch
Minimum 35" Minimum 36" Minimum 25" Minimum 26"
Image size (Projection distance 3.9 feet) (Projection distance 3.9 feet) (Projection distance 3.9 feet at tele) (Projection distance 3.9 feet at tele)
Maximum 200" Maximum 200" Maximum 200" Maximum 200"
(Projection distance 22.3 feet) (Projection distance 21.6 feet) (Projection distance 32.2 feet at wide) (Projection distance 30.8 feet at wide)
D-Sub Pin Assignments

Pin No. Signal to be connected
PC 15-Pin mini D-Sub
1 Red
2 Green
3 Blue
4 GND
5 GND
6 Red GND
7 Green GND
8 Blue GND
9 No Connection
10 Digital GND
11 GND
12 SDA
13 Horizontal Sync
14 Vertical Sync
15 SCL
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Dimensions
U3-1100Z/U3-810Z 230 mm/9.0″
AUTO SOURCE POWER

STATUS POWER
177 mm/7.0″
OPEN
27 mm/
1.1″
48 mm/
1.9″
11 mm/
0.4″
U3-1100SF/U3-810SF
230 mm/9.0″
AUTO SOURCE POWER

STATUS POWER
177 mm/7.0″
OPEN
27 mm/
1.1″
48 mm/
1.9″
11 mm/
0.4″
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PLUS Industrial Corporation is certified to ISO 9001.

Otowa Head Office and PLUSLAND of PLUS Corporation

* PLUS Vision Corp. is certified to ISO 14001 as a member of the

The above cautions are given on the bottom of the product.

Installation Power Supply

Fire and Shock Precautions

The other main features you’ll enjoy

2 Insert the two supplied

3 Slide the cover

How to use the carrying case Remote control effective range

Top, front and side panel view

STATUS indicator [32]

POWER SOURCE AUTO

POWER button [14,16] AUTO button [18]

SOURCE button [14, 16]

Speaker [10, 18]

Remote Sensor [5]

Exhaust vents [3] Ventilation slots [3]

Focus ring [15]

Rear adjuster [15] Lamp cover [33]

Ventilation slots [3]

Front adjuster [15]

Lamp cover screw [33]

Adjustment foot [15]

Ventilation slots [3]

Remote sensor [5]

Ventilation slots [3]

Adjustment foot [15]

AUDIO MOUSE RGB / YCbCr S-VIDEO VIDEO

MOUSE connector [17] S-VIDEO jack [10]

Wireless Remote Control

ENTER button [17, 25]

Infrared transmitter [5]

Cursor key [17, 19, 22]

AUTO button [18]

MUTE button [18]

MENU button [20] VOLUME +/– button [18]

FLIP COVER [18, 20]

Installation Guidelines (normal installation)

[Projection distance] Distance from center of lens to lower edge of screen

U3-810SF U3-1100SF U3-810SF U3-1100SF

[Screen size] 150"

Wide (max) 200"

[Screen size] 150" 3m (9.8 feet)

100" 2m (6.6 feet)

Connecting video equipment

Connection to the VIDEO jack of the unit

Audio cable (accessory) To video out jack

To audio out jack

Audio adaptor (accessory)

Rear panel jacks of this device

AUDIO MOUSE RGB / YCbCr S-VIDEO VIDEO

Connection to the S-VIDEO jack of the unit

VCR/DVD player/laser disc player, etc.

Audio cable (accessory) To S-video out jack

To audio out jack

Audio adaptor (accessory)

Rear panel jacks of this device