LCD PROJECTOR

OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL

PG-A20X

Introduction

and Connections

Setup

Operation Basic

to Easy

Functions Use

Appendix

IMPORTANT

For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector, please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this information. Before recycling the packaging, please be sure that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of ???Supplied accessories??? on page 14.

Model No.: PG-A20X

Serial No.:

Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.

There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP Projector, using the REGISTRATION CARD packed with the projector.

1.WARRANTY

This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and labor warranty applicable to your purchase.

2.CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT

To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection, modification, or recall that SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act, PLEASE

READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT ???LIMITED WARRANTY??? CLAUSE.

WARNING: High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view directly. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam of light.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

See bottom of projector.

Introduction

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ???dangerous voltage??? within the product???s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk or electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

Introduction

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1.Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2.Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6.Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water???for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8.Accessories

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer???s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11.Power Sources

This product 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 supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12.Grounding or Polarization

This product is provided with one of the following types of plugs. If the plug should fail to fit into the power outlet, please contact your electrician.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

a.Two-wire type (mains) plug.

b.Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug with a grounding terminal.

This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.

13.Power-Cord Protection

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14.Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15.Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

9. Transportation

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10.Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a book- case or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer???s instructions have been adhered to.

16.Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings 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 product.

17.Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dan- gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18.Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

19.Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20.Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21.Wall or Ceiling Mounting

This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22.Heat

This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Introduction

Caution concerning the lamp unit

??? Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center for a replacement.

See ???Replacing the Lamp??? on page 57.

BQC-PGA20X//1

Caution concerning the setup of the projector

???For minimal servicing and to maintain high image qual- ity, SHARP recommends that this projector be installed in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the projector is subjected to these environments, the lens must be cleaned more often. As long as the projector is regularly cleaned, use in these environ- ments will not reduce the overall operation life of the unit. Internal cleaning should only be performed by a

Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.

???Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust vent are not obstructed.

???If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection cir- cuit will automatically put the projector into the standby mode. This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove the projector power cord from the wall outlet and wait at least 10 minutes. Place the projector where the intake and exhaust vents are not blocked, plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. This will return the projector to the normal operating condition.

Caution regarding transportation of the projec- tor

???When transporting the projector, be sure not to subject it to hard impact and/or vibration, as this can result in damage. Take extra care with the lens. Before moving the projector, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, and disconnect any other cables con- nected to it.

Do not set up the projector in places exposed to direct sunlight or bright light.

???Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on the screen washes out the colors, making viewing difficult. Close the cur- tains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room.

The projector may be safely tilted to a maximum angle of 12 degrees.

??? Placement should be within ??12 degrees of horizontal.

Do not subject the projector to hard impact and/ or vibration.

???Take care with the lens so as not to hit or damage the surface of the lens.

Rest your eyes occasionally.

???Continuously watching the screen for long hours will cause eye strain. Be sure to occasionally rest your eyes.

Avoid locations with extremes of temperature.

???The operating temperature of the projector is from 41??F to 95??F (+5??C to +35??C).

???The storage temperature of the projector is from

???4??F to 140??F (???20??C to +60??C).

Do not block the exhaust and intake vents.

???Allow at least 7 7/8 inches (20 cm) of space between the exhaust vent and the nearest wall or obstruction.

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Other connected equipment

???When connecting a computer or other audio-visual equipment to the projector, make the connections AF-

TER unplugging the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turning off the equipment to be con- nected.

???Please read the operation manuals of the projector and the equipment to be connected for instructions on how to make the connections.

Using the projector in other countries

???The power supply voltage and the shape of the plug may vary depending on the region or country you are using the projector in. When using the projector over- seas, be sure to use an appropriate power cord for the country you are in.

Temperature monitor function

???If the projector starts to overheat

due to setup problems or block-

age of the air vents, ??? ??? and

??? ??? will illuminate in the lower left corner of the picture. If the temperature continues to rise, the lamp

will turn off, the temperature warning indicator on the projector will blink, and after a 90-second cooling-off period the projector will enter the standby mode. Refer to ???Maintenance Indicators??? on page 55 for details.

Info

???The cooling fan regulates the internal temperature, and its performance is automatically controlled. The sound of the fan may change during projector operation due to changes in the fan speed. This does not indicate malfunction.

???Do not unplug the power cord during projection or cool- ing fan operation. This can cause damage due to rise in internal temperature, as the cooling fan also stops.

How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals

PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, so that you can work with the projector, even if you do not have this manual. To utilize these manuals, you need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not installed Acrobat Reader yet, you can install it from the CD-ROM.

Introduction

To install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM

For Windows:

1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click the ???My Computer??? icon.

3 Double click the ???CD-ROM??? drive. 4 Double click the ???ACROBAT??? folder.

5Double click the language (name of the folder) that you want to view.

6Double click the installation program and follow the instructions on the screen.

For Macintosh:

1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click the ???CD-ROM??? icon.

3 Double click the ???ACROBAT??? folder.

4Double click the language (name of the folder) that you want to view.

5Double click the installation program and follow the instructions on the screen.

Accessing the PDF Manuals

For Windows:

1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click the ???My Computer??? icon.

3 Double click the ???CD-ROM??? drive. 4 Double click the ???MANUALS??? folder.

5 Double click the language (name of the folder) that you want to view.

6Double click the ???A20??? pdf file to access the projector manuals.

For Macintosh:

1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click the ???CD-ROM??? icon.

3 Double click the ???MANUALS??? folder.

4 Double click the language (name of the folder) that you want to view.

5Double click the ???A20??? pdf file to access the projector manuals.

Power indicator

Illuminates red when the projector is in standby.

When the power is turned on, this indicator will illuminate green.

ON button

For turning the power on.

STANDBY button

For putting the projector into the standby mode.

KEYSTONE button

For entering the Keystone Correction mode.

AUTO SYNC button

For automatically adjusting images when connected to a computer.

Remote control 13 sensor

Exhaust vent 52

26

26

28

29

39

55Lamp indicator

Illuminates green indicating normal function. Replace the lamp when the indicator illuminates red.

55Temperature warning indicator

When the internal temperature rises, this indicator will illuminate red.

27INPUT button

For switching input mode 1, 2 or 3.

27Volume buttons

For adjusting the speaker sound level or the Keystone Correction.

22 Zoom knob

Front adjustment foot 21

Attaching and removing the lens cap

???Press on the two buttons of the lens cap and attach it to the lens, then release the buttons to lock it in place.

???Press on the two buttons of the lens cap and remove it from the lens.

fan (Intake vent) (on the bottom of the projector)

In this operation manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation, and may differ slightly from actual display.

Projector (Rear View)

INPUT 1 terminal 16

Terminal for computer RGB and component signals.

RS-232C terminal 20

For controlling the projector using a computer.

Kensington Security

Standard connector

Using the Kensington Lock

???This projector has a Kensington Security Stan- dard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver

Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for instruc- tions on how to use it to se- cure the projector.

18INPUT 3 terminal

Terminal for connecting video equipment.

16AUDIO INPUT terminal

Shared audio input terminal for INPUT 1, 2 and 3.

52 Intake vent

15 AC socket

21Rear adjustment foot

(on the bottom of the projector)

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ON button

For turning the power on.

MENU button

For displaying adjustment and setting screens.

Adjustment buttons (', ", \, |)

For selecting menu items.

ENTER button

For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu.

FREEZE button

For freezing images.

AV MUTE button

For temporarily displaying the black screen and turning off the sound.

RESIZE button

For switching the screen size (NORMAL, BORDER, etc).

Volume buttons

For adjusting the speaker sound level.

Usable Range

???The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration.

Note

???The signal from the remote control can be re- flected off a screen for easy operation. How- ever, the effective distance of the signal may differ depending on the screen material.

When using the remote control:

???Be sure not to drop, expose to moisture or high temperature.

???The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. In this case, move the pro- jector away from the fluorescent lamp.

Remote control sensor

45??

30??

Remote control signal transmitters

Remote control

Introduction

Optional accessories

???3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (9'10'' (3.0 m))

???Computer RGB cable (32'10'' (10.0 m))

???5 BNC to 15-pin D-sub cable (9'10'' (3.0 m))

???RS-232C serial control cable (32'10" (10.0 m))

???Remote receiver

AN-C3CP

AN-C10BM (15-pin mini D-sub male connector) AN-C3BN

AN-C10RS

AN-MR1EL

Connecting the Projector to Other Devices

Before Connecting

Note

???Before connecting, be sure to unplug the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turn off the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other devices. When connecting a computer, be sure that it is the last device to be turned on after all the connections are made.

???Be sure to read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected before making connections.

This projector can be connected to:

A computer using:

??? An RGB cable and a ??3.5 mm audio cable (commercially available) (See page 16.)

??? A DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor and an RS-232C serial control cable (AN-C10RS) (sold separately) (See page 20.)

Component video or audio-visual equipment:

??? A VCR, Laser disc player or other audio-visual equipment (See page 18.)

??? A DVD player or DTV* decoder (See page 19.)

*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the United States.

and Connections

Setup

Connecting the Power

Cord

Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the rear of the pro- jector.

Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable

1 Connect the projector to the computer using the supplied RGB cable.

???Secure the connectors by tightening the thumbscrews.

2 To input an audio signal, connect the projector to the computer using a ??3.5 mm audio cable (commer- cially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA013WJPZ).

Note

???When connecting the projector to a com- puter in this way, select ???RGB??? for ???Signal Type??? in the ???Picture??? menu. See page 37.

???See page 62 ???Computer Compatibility Chart??? for a list of computer signals com- patible with the projector. Use with computer signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions to not work.

???A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Con- tact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projec- tor Dealer or Service Center.

???Depending on the computer you are using, an image may not be projected unless the signal output setting of the computer is switched to the external output. Refer to the computer operation manual for switching the computer signal output settings.

Supplied

RGB cable

accesso- ries

Computer

To RGB output terminal

To audio output terminal

1RGB cable

2??3.5 mm audio cable (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA013WJPZ)

???Plug and Play??? function (when connecting to a 15-pin terminal)

???This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B. The projector and a VESA DDC compatible computer will communicate their setting requirements, allowing for quick and easy setup.

???Before using the ???Plug and Play??? function, be sure to turn on the projector first and the connected computer last.

Note

???The DDC ???Plug and Play??? function of this projector operates only when used in conjunction with a VESA DDC compatible computer.

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and Connections

Setup

Connecting to Video Equipment Using an S-video, a Composite Video or an Audio Cable

Using an S-video, video, or audio cable, a VCR, laser disc player or other audio-visual equipment can be connected to INPUT 2, INPUT 3 and AU- DIO input terminals.

1 Connect the projector to the video equipment using an S- video cable or a composite video cable (both commercially avail- able).

2 Connect the projector to the video equipment using a ??3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available).

Note

???The INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO) terminal uses a video signal system in which the picture is separated into color and luminance signals to realize a higher-quality image. To view a higher-quality image, use a commercially available S-video cable to connect the IN- PUT 2 terminal on the projector and the S- video output terminal on the video equip- ment.

???A ??3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available) is required for au- dio input.

VCR or other audio-visual equipment

To S-video output terminal

To video output terminal

To audio output terminal

2??3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available)

1Composite video cable (commercially available)

1S-video cable

(commercially available)

Connecting to Component Video Equip- ment

Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable when con- necting to the INPUT 1 terminal, component video equipment such as DVD players and DTV* decoders.

*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the United States.

1 Connect the projector to the video equipment using the 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable.

2 Connect the projector to the video equipment using a ??3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available).

Note

???When connecting the projector to the video equipment in this way, select ???Component??? for ???Signal Type??? in the ???Picture??? menu. See page 37.

???A ??3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available) is required for au- dio input.

To analog component output terminal

To audio output terminal

DVD player or

DTV* decoder

13 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (sold separately)

2??3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available)

and Connections

Setup

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Connecting to a Computer Using a DIN-D- sub RS-232C Adaptor and an RS-232C Serial Control Cable

When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS- 232C adaptor and an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector. See page 61 for de- tails.

1 Connect the supplied DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor to an RS-232C serial control cable (sold sepa- rately).

2 Use the above cables to connect the projector and the computer.

Note

???Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C serial control cable to or from the computer while it is on. This may damage your com- puter.

???The RS-232C function may not operate if your computer terminal is not correctly set up. Refer to the operation manual of the computer for details.

???See page 60 for connection of an RS-232C serial control cable.

DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor

RS-232C serial

To RS-232C terminalcontrol cable (sold separately)

Setup

Using the Adjustment

Feet

The height of the projector can be adjusted us- ing the adjustment feet at the front and rear of the projector when the surface the projector is placed on is uneven or when the screen is slanted.

The projection of the image can be made higher by adjusting the projector when it is in a lower place than the screen.

1 While pressing the foot releases on both sides, lift the projector to adjust its height and then re- move your fingers from the foot releases.

2 Rotate the adjustment feet at the front of the projector for fine adjustment.

???You can adjust the projection by using the rear adjustment foot on the bottom of the projector when the projector is po- sitioned at the higher place than the screen.

Note

???The Keystone Correction will be automatically performed when the projector is tilted. If you want to adjust the Keystone Correction manually, see page 29. (For details on set- ting of the Keystone Correction, see page 44.)

???When returning the projector to its original position, hold the projector firmly, press the foot releases and then gently lower it.

???The projector is adjustable up to approxi- mately 12 degrees at the front and 3 degrees at the back from the standard position.

Info

???Do not press the foot releases when the ad- justment feet are extended without firmly holding the projector.

???Do not hold the lens when lifting or lower- ing the projector.

???When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fingers caught in the area between the adjustment foot and the projector.

Rear adjustment foot (on the bottom)

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Adjusting the Lens

1

2

Adjust the focus by rotating the focus ring.

Adjust zooming by moving the zoom knob.

Setting up the Screen

Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image.

Note

???The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing difficult.

???For an optimal image, position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on the screen washes out the colors, making viewing difficult. Close the curtains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room.

???A polarizing screen cannot be used with this projector.

Standard Setup (Front Projection)

???Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size. (See page 24.)

and Connections

Setup

Side View

???The distance from the screen to the projector may vary depending on the size of the screen.

P.24

???The default setting can be used, when placing the projector in front of the screen. If the projected im-

age is reversed or inverted, readjust the setting to

The formula for picture size and projection distance

??: Picture size (diag.) (in)

[Feet, inches]

L1 (ft) = (0.0364?? ??? 0.06) / 0.3048

L2 (ft) = (0.0434?? ??? 0.06) / 0.3048 H (in) = ??? 0.0158??

[m, cm]

L1 (m) = 0.0364?? ??? 0.06

L2 (m) = 0.0434?? ??? 0.06

H (cm) = ??? 0.0158?? ??? 2.54

Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image

Projection from behind the Screen

???Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience.

???Reverse the image by setting ???Rear??? in the ???PRJ Mode??? menu. See page 50 for use of this function.

Projection Using a Mirror

??? Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens.

Info

???When using a mirror, be sure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so the light does not shine into the eyes of the audience.

When using the default setting.

???On-screen Display

The image is reversed.

and Connections

Setup

Ceiling-mount Setup

???It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling- mount bracket for this installation.

Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center to obtain the recommended ceiling-mount bracket (sold separately).

???AN-PGCM95 ceiling-mount bracket, its AN-EP101B extension tube and AN-JT299 universal bracket, adaptor for non-level ceiling installation (for U.S.A.).

???BB-A10T ceiling adaptor, its BB-NVHOLDER280, BB- NVHOLDER550, BB-NVHOLDER900 ceiling mount systems (for GERMANY).

???AN-A10T ceiling-mount bracket, its AN-TK201 and AN- TK202 extension tubes (for countries other than the U.S.A. and GERMANY).

???Be sure to adjust the position of the

projector to match the distance (H) from the lens center position (see page 24) to the lower edge of the image, when mounting the projector on the ceiling.

??? Invert the image by setting ???Ceiling+Front??? in the ???PRJ Mode??? menu. See page 50 for use of this function.

When using the default setting.

???On-screen Display

The image is inverted.

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Basic Procedure

Connect the required external equipment to the pro- jector before carrying out the following procedures.

Info

???The language preset at the factory is English. If you want to change the on-screen display to another language, reset the language accord- ing to the procedure on page 28.

1 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet.

???The power indicator illuminates red, and the projector enters standby mode.

2 Press on the projector or on the remote control.

???The power indicator illuminates green. After the lamp indicator illuminates, the projector is ready to start operation.

Note

???The lamp indicator illuminates, indicating the status of the lamp.

Green: The lamp is ready.

Blinking in green: The lamp is warming

up or shutting down.

Red: The lamp should be replaced.

ON button

STANDBY button

Volume buttons

Power Lamp indicator indicator

INPUT button

Volume

buttons

ON button

AV MUTE button

INPUT buttons

???Keycode input box

3 Press , or on the remote control to select the IN- PUT mode.

???After pressing once on the projector, use to select the desired input mode.

Note

???When no signal is received, ???NO SIG- NAL??? will be displayed. When a signal that the projector is not preset to re- ceive is received, ???NOT REG.??? will be displayed.

???The INPUT mode is not displayed when ???OSD Display??? is set to ???OFF???. (See page 45.)

About the INPUT mode

4 Press or on the remote control to adjust the volume.

Note

???Pressing will lower the volume. Pressing will raise the volume.

???On the projector, the volume can be adjusted by pressing or .

5 Press on the remote con- trol to temporarily display a black screen and turn off the sound.

Note

???Pressing again will turn the pro- jected image and sound back on.

"On-screen Display (Example)

Using

Component

Operation Basic

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Selecting the On-screen

Display Language

The on-screen display language of the projector can be set to English, German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Ital- ian, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese.

??? The ???Picture??? menu will be displayed.

2 Press \or | to select the ???Lan- guage??? menu icon.

??? The ???Language??? menu will be displayed.

3 Press 'or "to select the desired

???Language??? menu icon

language, and then press

4 Press .

.

???The desired language will be set as the on-screen display.

Turning the Power off

1 PressSTANDBY on the projector or

STANDBY

on the remote control, then press that button again while the confirmation message is dis- played, to put the projector into the standby mode.

Note

STANDBY

and do not want to put the projector

into the standby mode, wait until the con- firmation message disappears.

???The projector cannot be operated while a message ???Shutting Down. Please Wait.??? is displayed.

2 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet after the cooling fan stops.

Info

???Do not unplug the power cord during pro- jection or cooling fan operation. This can cause damage due to rise in internal tem- perature, as the cooling fan also stops.

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STANDBY button

ENTER

button

MENU button

', ", \, |

buttons

Correcting Trapezoidal

Distortion

This function allows for Keystone (On-screen Trapezoidal Distortion) Correction.

Note

???When the image is projected either from the top or from the bottom towards the screen at an angle, the image becomes distorted trapezoidally.

The function for correcting trapezoidal dis-

tortion is called Keystone Correction.

???You can select ???Auto??? or ???Manual??? for the Keystone Correction mode. (See page 44.)

???The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up to an angle of approximately ??12?? when the Keystone Correction mode is set to ???Auto???, or approximately ??35?? when set to ???manual??? (when the picture display mode is set to ???NORMAL??? (see page 40)). Therefore, the actual screen can be diagonally set up to that angle as well.

1 Press .

??? You can also use on the projector.

2 Press ', ", \ and | to adjust the Keystone correction.

???You can also adjust the Keystone cor-

rection using the or but- tons on the projector.

Note

???Press to make the default set- ting.

???Straight lines or the edges of images may appear jagged while adjusting the image.

KEYSTONE button

UNDO button

', ", \, |

buttons

Compresses upper side.

Compresses lower side.

Operation Basic

Main menu

Picture

Page 36

Options

Page 44

Main menu

Operation Basic

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Note

???The on-screen display shown on the right is displayed when the INPUT 1 (RGB) mode is selected.

MENU button

', ", \, |

buttons

3 Press ' or " to select the item you want to adjust.

???The selected item is highlighted.

Note

???To display a single adjustment item,

press after selecting the item. Only the selected adjustment item will

be displayed.

Then if you press ' or ", the follow- ing item (???Red??? after ???Bright???) will be displayed.

???Press to return to the previous screen.

4 Press \ or | to adjust the item selected.

??? The adjustment is stored.

5 Press .

??? The menu screen will disappear.

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3 Press ' or " to select the item you want to set, and then press |to display the sub menu.

???The selected item is highlighted.

Note

???Press or \ to return to the pre- vious screen.

???For some items, press \ or | to se- lect the icon using ??????.

4 Press ' or " to select the set- ting of the item displayed in the sub menu.

5 Press .

??? The item selected is set.

6 Press .

??? The menu screen will disappear.

Sub menu

Operation Basic

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Example: ???Picture??? screen menu for INPUT 1 (RGB) mode

Adjusting the Image

Select the item on the ???Picture??? menu and adjust the image.

Description of Adjustment Items

CLR Temp (Adjusting the

Color Temperature)

Select ???CLR Temp??? on the ???Picture??? menu and the desired color temperature setting.

Description of Color Temperature Settings

Note

??????Color???, ???Tint??? and ???Sharp??? are not displayed when selecting INPUT 1 and setting the ???Sig- nal Type??? to ???RGB??? or setting the ???Signal Type??? to ???Auto??? and the input signal is recognized as an RGB signal.

??????Sharp??? can be adjusted when 480I, 480P, 540P, 580I, 580P, 720P, 1035I or 1080I signals are detected while ???Signal Type??? for INPUT 1 is set to ???Component??? or set to ???Auto??? and the input signal is recognized as a component signal.

???To reset all adjustment items, select ???Reset??? and press .

Note

??? Values for ???CLR Temp??? are only approximations.

Gamma (Gamma Correction)

Gamma is an image quality enhancement function that offers a richer image by brightening the darker portions of the image without altering the bright- ness of the brighter portions.

When you are displaying images with frequent dark scenes, such as a film or concert, or when you are displaying images in a bright room, this feature makes the dark scenes easier to see and gives the impression of greater depth in the image.

Select ???Gamma??? on the ???Picture??? menu and the desired gamma mode.

Description of Gamma Modes

Note

???Gamma is not available for INPUT 1 when ???sRGB??? on the ???Picture??? menu is set to ???ON???.

sRGB (sRGB Setting)

Select ???sRGB??? on the ???Picture??? menu and set it to ??? (ON)??? when you want to display the image in a natural tint based on an origi- nal image.

Note

???When ???sRGB??? is set to ???ON???;

???Gamma is not available.

??????Red???, ???Blue??? or ???CLR Temp??? on the ???Picture??? menu cannot be adjusted.

???For additional information about the sRGB func- tion, visit ???http://www.srgb.com/???.

Info

???When ???sRGB??? is set to ???ON???, the projected im- age may become dark, but this does not indi- cate a malfunction.

Signal Type (Signal Type Setting)

The signal type setting is preset to ???Auto???; however, in rare cases a clear picture may not be displayed. In that case, select ???RGB??? or ???Component??? in accordance with the input signal.

Select ???Signal Type??? on the ???Picture??? menu and set it to ???Auto???, ???RGB??? or ???Component??? for INPUT 1.

Description of Signal Type Settings

Memory (Storing and Selecting

Note

???You can change the stored settings after se- lecting the memory location for those settings.

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When ???Auto Sync??? is set to OFF or when vertical stripes or flickering occur in portions of the screen even if ???Auto Sync??? is set to ON, adjust ???Clock???, ???Phase???, ???H-Pos??? or ???V-Pos??? to obtain the best com- puter image.

Ordinarily, the type of input signal is detected and the correct resolution mode is automatically selected. However, for some signals, the optimal resolution mode in ???Special Modes??? on the ???Fine Sync??? menu may need to be selected to match the computer dis- play mode.

Select the item on the ???Fine Sync??? menu and adjust the computer image.

Description of Adjustment Items

Note

???You can automatically adjust the computer im- age by setting ???Auto Sync??? on the ???Fine Sync??? menu or pressing the AUTO SYNC button. See next page for details.

???To reset all adjustment items, select ???Reset??? and press .

Select ???Special Modes??? on the ???Fine Sync??? menu and the appropriate resolution.

Note

???Avoid displaying computer patterns which repeat every other line (horizontal stripes).

(Flickering may occur, making the image hard to see.)

???When a DVD player or Digital Video is connected, select 480P as the input signal.

???See ???Signal Info (Checking the Input Signal)??? on the next page for information on the currently se- lected input signal.

Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjust- ment)

Used to automatically adjust a computer image.

Select ???Auto Sync??? on the ???Fine Sync??? menu and set it to ??????(ON) or ??????(OFF).

Description of Auto Sync Adjustment

Signal Info (Checking the

Input Signal)

Select ???Signal Info??? on the ???Fine Sync??? menu to check the current input signal informa- tion.

Note

ON

Auto Sync adjustment will occur when the projector is turned on or when the input signals are switched, when connected to a computer.

???The projector will display the number of scanned lines available from audio-visual equipment such as a DVD player or Digital Video.

OFF

Auto Sync adjustment is not automati-

cally perfomed.

Note

???Auto Sync adjustment is also performed by

pressing on the projector or on the remote control.

???The Auto Sync adjustment may take some time to complete, depending on the image of the computer connected to the projector.

???When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto Sync adjustment, use manual adjust- ments. (See page 38.)

AUTO SYNC button

AUTO SYNC button

Operation Basic

Switching the Picture Dis- play Mode

Press .

???Pressing changes the display as shown on pages 40 and 41.

???To return to the standard image, press while ???RESIZE??? is displayed on the screen.

UNDO

button

RESIZE button

Input Signal

Resolution lower than

XGA

4:3 aspect ratio

XGA

4:3 aspect ratio

Resolution higher than

XGA

4:3 aspect ratio

SXGA (1280 ??? 1024)

5:4 aspect ratio

1280 ??? 720

16:9 aspect ratio

Output screen image

*

* Mode for projecting an image with the original aspect ratio without cutting any portions.

:Cutout area on which images cannot be projected.

:Area where the signals are off screen.

Input Signal

4:3 aspect ratio

Output screen image

480I, 480P,

Letter box

NTSC, PAL, SECAM

Squeezed 16:9 image

Squeezed 4:3 image

16:9 aspect ratio

540P, 720P, 1080I (16:9)

16:9 aspect ratio (4:3 aspect ratio in 16:9 screen)

*

*

*

*

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Use

* Mode for projecting an image with the original aspect ratio without cutting any portions.

: Cutout area on which images cannot be projected.

: Area on which the image is not included in the original signals.

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Freezing a Moving

Image

1 Press .

??? The projected image is frozen.

2 Press again to return to the

moving image from the currently connected device.

Displaying an Enlarged

Portion of an Image

1 Press .

???Pressing or enlarges or reduces the projected image.

Note

???1 ???2 ???3 ???4 ???9 ???16 ???36 ???64

Locking the Operation But- tons

Hold down on the projector for about 3 seconds while the projector is being turned on.

Note

???The keylock function does not affect the opera- tion with the remote control buttons.

???You cannot use the keylock function while the projector is warming up or shutting down.

Taking the Keylock off

Hold down on the projector for about 3 seconds.

Note

??? The keylock function does not affect the opera- tion with the remote control buttons.

??? You cannot use the keylock function while the projector is warming up or shutting down.Easy

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Example: ???Options??? menu screen for INPUT 2 (S-Video) mode

Lamp Timer (Life) (Check-

ing the Lamp Life Status)

You can confirm the cumulative lamp usage time and the remaining lamp life (percentage).

Display the ???Options??? menu to check the lamp life status.

Description of Lamp Life

Note

???It is recommended that the lamp be changed when the remaining lamp life becomes 5%. For lamp replacement, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.

???The table above indicates rough estimates in the case of using only in each mode shown. Remain- ing lamp life changes within the range of the val-

ues shown depending on the frequency at which

???Eco Mode??? is switched to ?????? (Eco mode) and ?????? (Standard mode) (see page 45).

Keystone (Setting the Key- stone Correction Mode)

Select ???Keystone??? on the ???Options??? menu and the desired mode for the Keystone Correction.

Auto

Manual

Description of Keystone Correction Mode

Note

???If you want to adjust the Keystone Correction manually, see page 29.

???The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up to an angle of approximately ??12?? when the Key- stone Correction mode is set to ???Auto???, or ap- proximately ??35?? when set to ???manual??? (when the picture display mode is set to ???NORMAL??? (see page 40)).

OSD Display (Setting On- screen Display)

This function allows you to turn the on-screen mes- sages on or off.

Select ?????? (ON) or ?????? (OFF) in ???OSD Display??? on the ???Options??? menu.

Description of ???OSD Display??? Settings

*Displayed when the STANDBY button is pressed.

Video System (Setting the

Video System)

The video input system mode is preset to ???Auto???; however, a clear picture from the connected audio- visual equipment may not be received, depending on the video signal difference. In that case, switch the video signal.

Select ???Video System??? on the ???Options??? menu and the appropriate video system.

Description of Video Systems

Note

???The video signal can only be set in INPUT 2 or INPUT 3 mode.

???In ???Auto???, images are displayed in PAL even if PAL-N or PAL-M input signals are received.

Background (Selecting a

Startup and Background Image)

Select ???Background??? on the ???Options??? menu and the image displayed upon the projector???s startup and when no signal is being sent to the projector.

Sharp

Blue

None

Description of Background Images

Note

???If the input signal has interference, the screen will be displayed during interference.

Eco Mode (Setting the Eco

Mode)

Note

???Although lamp life and noise are improved when

???Eco Mode??? is set to ?????? (Eco mode), bright-

ness decreases by 20%.

??? ???Eco Mode??? mode is factory preset to ?????? (Stan- dard mode).

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Example: ???Options??? menu screen for INPUT 2 (S-Video) mode

Auto Power Off (Auto

Power Off Function)

When no input signal is detected for more than 15 minutes, the projector will automatically enter the standby mode if set to ???ON???.

The Auto Power Off function will be disabled if it has been set to ???OFF???.

Select ?????? (ON) or ?????? (OFF) in ???Auto Power Off??? on the ???Options??? menu.

Note

???When the Auto Power Off function is set to ???ON???, 5 minutes before the projector enters the standby mode, the message ???Enter STANDBY mode in X min.??? will appear on the screen to indicate the remaining minutes before power off.

Menu Position (Selecting

the Menu Screen Position)

Select ???Menu Position??? on the ???Options??? menu and the desired position for the menu screen.

Description of Menu Positions

Password (Setting a Pass- word)

A password must be set to activate the ???Anti-Theft??? function (Page 48).

There is no factory preset for the password or the ???Anti-Theft??? settings. In this way, anyone can freely set a new password and ???Anti-Theft??? settings. It is therefore recommended that even if you do not want to use the ???Anti-Theft??? function, you at least set a password to prevent others from setting the ???Anti- Theft??? function.

A password can only be set by using the remote control.

Select ???Password??? on the ???Options??? menu, then press and follow the procedure be- low to enter the password.

1 Press ', " and | to enter the password in ???Old Password??? and press .

2 Press ', " and | to set the new password and press .

3 Enter the new 4-digit password again in ???Reconfirm??? and press

.

Note

???If you do not want to set a password, leave the fields in steps 2 and 3 blank and press .

???To cancel the password settings, press .

1 Press ' or " to select the desired number and then press |.

2 Enter the 3 remaining digits and press .

3 Enter the password again in ???Re- confirm??? and press .

Note

???When a password is set, you need to enter the password to change the ???Anti-Theft??? setting.

If you want to change the password, follow the procedure below.

If You Forget Your Pass- word

If you forget the password, delete it using the fol- lowing procedure and set a new password.

Press

Note

???You can only use the buttons on the projector to delete the password.

???The password cannot be deleted using the above described procedures while the ???Anti- Theft??? function is set. If you forget your pass- word while the ???Anti-Theft??? function is activated, you will need to contact your nearest Sharp Au- thorized Projector Dealer or Service Center (see page 65). You may need to bring your projec- tor to them to restore the projector to original factory condition (password and keycode reset).

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Functions Use

Example: ???Options??? menu screen for INPUT 2 (S-Video) mode

Anti-Theft (Setting the Anti-Theft)

The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use of the projector. You can choose to use this func- tion or not. If you do not want to use this function, just do not enter the keycode. Once the anti-theft function is activated, users will need to enter the correct keycode each time the projector is turned on. Failure to enter the correct keycode will cause images to not be projected. The following proce- dures explain how to use this function.

Select ???Anti-Theft??? on the ???Options??? menu, then press and follow the procedure be- low to enter the keycode.

Note

??????Anti-Theft??? cannot be selected unless ???Password??? is set. (See page 47.)

???When ???Anti-Theft??? is selected, the password in- put box will appear. Enter the keycode after the right password is entered.

Info

???Once the function is activated, you must remem- ber the correct keycode. We suggest you record the keycode in a safe place where only authorized users have access. If you lose or forget your keycode, you will need to contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Cen- ter (see page 65). You may need to bring your projector to them to restore the projector to original factory condition (password and keycode reset).

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1 Press any button you like on the re- mote control or projector to set the first digit in ???New Code???.

Note

???The following buttons on the remote con- trol and projector cannot be set as keycodes:

???ON button

???STANDBY button

???ENTER button

???UNDO button

???MENU button

???FORWARD button

???BACK button

2 Enter the remaining 3 digits by pressing any buttons you like.

3 Enter the same keycode once more in ???Reconfirm???.

Info

When ???Anti-Theft??? is set, the keycode in- putting box appears after the power is turned on. When it appears, enter the right keycode.

???Press the buttons on the remote control if the buttons on the remote control are used for set- ting the keycode. In the same manner, press the buttons on the projector if the buttons on the projector are used for setting the keycode.

If you want to change the keycode, follow the procedure below.

Note

???When ???Anti-Theft??? is selected, the password in- put box will appear. After the password has been entered, you can change the keycode.

1 Press the buttons on the remote control or the projector to enter the preset 4-digit keycode in ???Old Code???.

2 Press any button you like on the re- mote control or the projector to en- ter the new keycode.

3 Enter the same 4-digit keycode in ???Reconfirm???.

Note

???If you do not want to set a keycode, leave the keycode field blank in steps 2 and 3 and press .

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How to Use the

Carrying Case

When carrying the projector, attach the lens cap to the lens, and place it in the supplied carrying case.

1 Open the cover of the carrying case.

2 Remove the inner padding from the carrying case, and fold it in the direction of the arrows.

3 Reinsert the inner padding into the carrying case.

Info

???Be sure to insert the inner padding to protect the lens and the projector.

4 Place the projector and the ac- cessories in the carrying case.

Info

???Be sure to attach the lens cap to pro- tect the lens.

???Be sure the projector has cooled down sufficiently before placing it in the case.

Info

???This carrying case is only for storing and carrying the projector.

???Sending the projector in the carrying case as a parcel may cause damage to the pro- jector. If you send the projector in the car- rying case as a parcel, be sure to place it in a sturdy case and with enough shock absorbing material to avoid any damage.

???Do not expose the carrying case or projec- tor to direct sunlight, near heat sources, or leave them in a car. The carrying case or projector may change color or become de- formed.

Lens cap

Adjust the shoulder strap.

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Cleaning the projector

???Be sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the projector.

???The cabinet as well as the operation panel is made of plastic. Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these can damage the finish on the cabinet.

???Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides on

the projector.

Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the projector for a long time.

The effects of some of the agents in the plastic may cause damage to the quality or finish of the projector.

Cleaning the lens

???Use a commercially available blower or lens cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses) for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid type cleaning agents, as they may wear off the coating film on the surface of the lens.

???As the surface of the lens can easily get damaged, be sure not to scrape or hit the lens.

Cleaning

Paper

Wax

Thinner

???This projector is equipped with air fil- ters to ensure the optimal operating condition of the projector.

???The air filters should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the filters more often when the projector is used in a dusty or smoky location.

???Ask your nearest Sharp Authorized Pro- jector Dealer or Service Center to ex- change the filter (PFILDA008WJZZ) when it is no longer possible to clean.

Cleaning and Replacing

the Air Filter

1 Press STANDBY on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control to

put the projector into the standby mode.

??? Wait until the cooling fan stops.

2 Disconnect the power cord.

???Unplug the power cord from the AC socket.

3 Remove the filter/lamp unit cover.

???Turn the projector over. Loosen the user service screw (1) that secures the fil-

ter/lamp unit cover. Pressing the tab (2), remove the filter/lamp unit cover (3).

4 Remove the air filter.

???Pick the air filter up with your fingers and lift it out of the filter/lamp unit cover.

" Bottom view

" Rear view

STANDBY button

AC socket

1

2

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5 Clean the air filter.

???Clean the dust off the air filter and cover with a vacuum cleaner extension hose.

6 Replace the air filter.

???Place the air filter underneath the tabs on the filter/lamp unit cover.

7 Replace the filter/lamp unit cover.

???Align the tab on the filter/lamp unit cover (1) and place it while pressing the tab (2) to close it. Then tighten the user service screw (3) to secure the filter/ lamp unit cover.

Note

???Be sure the filter/lamp unit cover is securely installed. The power will not turn on unless it is correctly installed.

???If dust or dirt has collected inside the rear and bottom air filters (not removable), clean the filter with a vacuum cleaner extension hose.

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1

2

Tab

3

User service screw

About the temperature warning indicator

If the temperature inside the pro- jector increases, due to blockage of the air vents, or the setting lo-

cation, ?????? will illuminate in

the lower left corner of the picture. If the temperature keeps on rising, the lamp will turn off and the tem- perature warning indicator will blink, the cooling fan will run for a further 90 seconds, and then the projector will enter the standby mode. After

?????? appears, be sure to per- form the following measures.

???The lamp life becomes 0%, when used for approximately 4,500 hours with ???Eco Mode??? or when used for approximately 3,000 hours with ???Standard Mode??? (see page 45).

???When the remaining lamp life becomes

5% or less, ?????? (yellow) will be displayed on the screen. When the percentage be-

comes 0%, ?????? will change to ?????? (red), the lamp will automatically turn off and then the projector will automatically en- ter the standby mode. At this time, the lamp indicator will illuminate in red.

???If you try to turn on the projector a fourth time without replacing the lamp, the pro- jector will not turn on.

Appendix

Removing and Installing

the Lamp Unit

Info

???Be sure to remove the lamp unit using the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass sur- face of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector.

???To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.

???Do not loosen other screws except for the filter/lamp unit cover and lamp unit.

???Please refer to the installation manual in- cluded with the lamp unit.

1 Press STANDBY on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control to

put the projector into the standby mode.

??? Wait until the cooling fan stops.

Warning!

???Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp will be very hot and may cause burn or in- jury.

2 Disconnect the power cord.

???Unplug the power cord from the AC socket.

???Leave the lamp until it has fully cooled down (about 1 hour).

3 Change the air filter.

???Change the air filter whenever you in- stall the lamp unit (see pages 53 and

54).

4 Remove the filter/lamp unit cover.

???Turn the projector over. Loosen the user service screw (1) that secures the fil-

ter/lamp unit cover. Pressing the tab (2), remove the filter/lamp unit cover (3).

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Lamp

STANDBY button

STANDBY button

AC socket

1

3

User

service

screw

2 Tab

5 Remove the lamp unit.

???Loosen the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow. At this time, keep the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it.

6 Insert the new lamp unit.

???Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit compartment. Fasten the securing screws.

7 Replace the filter/lamp unit cover.

???Align the tab on the filter/lamp unit cover (1) and place it while pressing the tab (2) to close it. Then tighten the user service screw (3) to secure the filter/ lamp unit cover.

Info

???If the lamp unit and filter/lamp unit cover are not correctly installed, the power will not turn on, even if the power cord is con- nected to the projector.

Resetting the Lamp Timer

Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp.

1 Connect the power cord.

???Plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector.

2 Reset the lamp timer.

??? While simultaneously holding down

and on the projector, press and on the projector.

??????LAMP 0000H??? is displayed, indicating that the lamp timer is reset.

Info

???Make sure to reset the lamp timer only when replacing the lamp. If you reset the lamp timer and continue to use the same lamp, this may cause the lamp to become damaged or explode.

Handle

Securing screws

3

1

2

User service screw

AC socket

ON button

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PC control

A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, sold separately) to the projector. (See page 20 for connection.)

Communication conditions

Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table.

Basic format

Commands from the computer are sent in the following order: command, parameter, and return code. After the projector processes the command from the computer, it sends a response code to the computer.

Command format

Info

???When more than one code is being sent, send each command only after the response code for the previous command from the projector is verified.

Note

???When the projector is put into the standby mode, a message ???Shutting Down. Please Wait.??? is displayed for about 20 seconds. At that time, if the ???POWR_ _ _1??? command is being sent, ???ERR??? will be returned and this command is not received.

Commands

Example: When turning on the projector, make the following setting.

Note

???If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space. If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a value in the range indicated in brackets under CONTROL CONTENTS.

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Appendix

Appendix

Appendix

Anti-Theft

If the ???Keycode??? set in the projector is not correctly entered, the projector will not operate even if sig- nals are entered.

Aspect Ratio

Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4:3. There are also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and 21:9.

Auto Sync

Optimizes projected computer images by auto- matically adjusting certain characteristics.

Background

Initial setting image projected when no signal is being output.

Border

Projects a 4:3 image fully within a 16:9 screen by keeping the aspect ratio at 4:3.

Clock

Clock adjustment is used to adjust vertical noise when clock level is incorrect.

CLR Temp (Color temperature)

Function that can be used to adjust the color tem- perature to suit the type of image input to the pro- jector. Decrease the color temperature to create warmer, reddish images for natural flesh tones, or increase to create cooler, bluish images for a brighter picture.

Dot by dot

Mode that projects images in their native resolution.

Gamma

Image quality enhancement function that offers a richer image by brightening the darker portions of the image without altering the brightness of the brighter portions. You can select four different modes: STANDARD, PRESENTATION, CINEMA and GAME.

Intelligent compression

High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu- tion images to fit the projector???s native resolution.

Keylock

Mode that can lock the operation of projector but- tons to prevent unauthorized adjustment.

Keystone correction

Function to digitally correct a distorted image when the projector is set up at an angle, smooth- ens out jaggies on keystone images and com- presses the image not only horizontally but verti- cally keeping the 4:3 aspect ratio.

Password

A password is set so that changes cannot be made in the ???Anti-Theft??? setting.

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Phase

Phase shift is a timing shift between isomorphic signals with the same resolution. When phase level is incorrect, the projected image typically displays horizontal flicker.

Resize

Allows you to modify or customize the picture dis- play mode to enhance the input image. You can select four different modes: NORMAL, DOT BY DOT, BORDER and STRETCH.

sRGB

An international standard of color reproduction regulated by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). As the fixed color area has been decided by the IEC, the color changes according to LCD features, so that the images are displayed in a natural tint based on an original image, when ???sRGB??? is set to ???ON???.

Stretch

Mode that stretches the 4:3 image horizontally to display it fully on a 16:9 screen.

Appendix

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