Sharp Notevision PG-C45X Bedienungsanleitung

LCD PR OJECT OR MODEL PG-C45X OPERA TION MANU AL Introduction Connections and Setup Basic Operation Easy to Use Functions Appendix[...]

IMPORT ANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector , please r ecord the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and r etain this information. Before r ecycling the packaging, please be sure that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Supplied accessories” on page 14 [...]

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-r ewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 10A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or AST A approved BS 1362 fuse marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used. Always refit the fuse cove[...]

The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Swedish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese (T raditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese), Korean and Arabic. Car efully read through the operation instructions befor e operating the projector . Die mitgeliefer te CD-ROM enth ä lt Bedienungsanleitungen in Eng[...]

Introduction -1 Before using the pr ojector , please read this operation manual carefull y . There ar e two important reasons for prompt warranty r egistration of your new SHARP Projector , using the REGISTRA TION CARD packed with the projector . 1. W ARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately r eceive the full benefit of the parts, service and[...]

-2 W ARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the pr ojector is turned off. During normal operation, when tur ning the power off always use the power ( OFF ) button on the pr ojector or on the remote control. Ensur e the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting the power cor d. DURING NORMAL OPERA TI[...]

Introduction -3 Outstanding Features 1. Ultra High Brightness fr om a Compact Pr ojector • AC 250W Lamp Use A C 25 0W lamp for e xcellent color uniformity and ultra high brightness. • P ower Save mode function enab les lo wer noise levels, reduced power consumption and longer lamp life. 2. Simple & Easy Operation • User friendly interface[...]

-4 Contents Adjusting the Picture ........................................ 46 Adjusting Image Prefer ences .................................. 46 Selecting the Signal T ype ....................................... 46 Progr essive Mode .................................................... 47 Adjusting Computer Images ............................ 48 Whe[...]

Introduction -5 Canceling the Keylock Setting ................................ 72 Selecting the T ransmission Speed (RS-232C) ..................................................... 72 Setting up a P asswor d ...................................... 73 Entering the Password ............................................. 73 Changing the Password ........[...]

-6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the pr oduct is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for futur e refer ence. 3. Heed W arnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All ope[...]

Introduction -7 18. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product fr om 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. [...]

-8 IMPORT ANT SAFEGU ARDS Be sur e to read the following safeguar ds when setting up your pr ojector . Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact y our nearest Shar p Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center for a replacement. See “ Replacing the Lamp ” on pag[...]

Introduction -9 PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, so that you can work with the pr ojector , even if y ou do not have this man ual. T o utilize these manuals, y ou need to install Adobe Acr obat Reader on your PC (Windo ws or Macintosh). If you ha ve not installed Acrobat Reader y et, you can install it fr om th[...]

-10 Projector (Front and Top View) Part Names 34 34 83 83 39 42 35 38 50 42 35 43 27 27 Power (ON/OFF) buttons Turn the power on or off. Power indicator Illuminates red, when the projector is in standby. When the power is turned on, this indicator will illuminate green. Lamp replacement indicator Illuminates green indicating normal function. Replac[...]

Introduction -11 Projector (Rear View) Using the Kensington Lock • This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector . 17 80 AC socket Exhaust vent 27 18 18 Kensington Securit[...]

-12 Remote Control (Front View) P ar t Names 38 KEYST ONE button For adjusting K eystone or Digital Shift setting. 26 WIRED R/C JACK For controlling the projector b y connecting the remote control to the projector . 34 P ower (ON/OFF) buttons For turning the power on or off . 42 MENU button For displa ying adjustment and setting screens. 42 Adjustm[...]

Introduction -13 23' (7 m) 30 ° 30 ° 45 ° Using the Remote Contr ol ■ The remote control can be used to contr ol the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration. Note • The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy oper ation. Howe ver , the eff ective distance of the signal ma y differ due to the s[...]

-14 Accessories Remote control RRMCGA029WJSA T w o R-6 batter ies ( “ AA ” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) P ow er cord For U .S., Canada, etc. (11'10" (3.6m)) QACCD A010WJPZ For Europe , e xcept U.K. (6' (1.8m)) QACCV4002CEZZ F or U .K., Hong K ong and Singapore (6' (1.8m)) QA CCBA012WJPZ F or Australia, Ne w Zealand and O[...]

Connections and Setup Connections and Setup[...]

-16 Connecting the Pr ojector to Other De vices Before Connecting Note • Bef ore connecting, be sure to tur n off both the projector and the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other de vices. When connecting a computer , be sure that it is the last device to be turned on after all the connect[...]

Connections and Setup -17 Connecting the Power Cord Plug in the supplied power cor d into the A C socket on the rear of the pr o- jector . P ower code Supplied accessory[...]

-18 Connecting the Projector to a Computer Connecting the thumbscrew cables ■ Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that it fits correctly into the terminal. Then, firmly se- cure the connectors by tightening the screws on both sides of the plug. ■ Do not remove the ferrite core attached to the RGB cable . Ferrite core Connecting to a Comput[...]

Connections and Setup -19 “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 compatib le computer will communicate their setting requirements, allo wing f or quick and easy setup . ■ Bef ore using the “ Plug and Pla y ” function, be[...]

Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting the Pr ojector to Other Devices -20 1 S-video cable (commercially a vailable) 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 equip- ment can be connected to INPUT 3, INPUT 4 and A UDIO[...]

Connections and Setup -21 Optional cable 3RCA to 15-pin D-sub cab le T ype: AN-C3CP (9'10" (3.0 m)) T o analog component output terminal T o audio output terminal 2 ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially av ailable) 1 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (sold separately) D VD player or DTV* decoder Connecting to Component Vide[...]

Connecting to an Amplifier Connecting to an Amplifier or Other Audio Components Using a ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA au- dio cable, an amplifier or other audio compo- nents can be connected to the A UDIO OUT - PUT terminal. Connect the projector to the amplifier using a ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable (commer cially av ailable). In[...]

Connections and Setup -23 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 con- trol cable (cr oss type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the pr ojec- tor an[...]

-24 Optional cable Computer RGB cable (32'10" (10.0 m)) T ype: AN-C10BM AN-C10MC AN-C10PC Connecting to a Monitor Watching Images on Both the Projector and a Monitor Y ou can display computer images on both the projector and a separate monitor using tw o sets of an RGB cable. An RGB cable is sup- plied with this projector . Y ou need to b[...]

Connections and Setup -25 FOR W ARD b utton Using the Wireless Presentation Function of the Remote C ontrol The Wireless Presentation function on the pr ojector w orks the same as the [Pa ge Up] and [P age Down] keys on a computer ke yboard. It can also be used to mo ve forward or bac kward when viewing ima g es of presentation software such as P o[...]

Connecting the Pr ojector to Other Devices Using as a Wired Remote Control Connecting the Remote Control to the Projector When the remote control cannot be used due to the range or positioning of the projector (rear projection, etc.), connect a ø 3.5 mm minijack cab le (commercially a vailable or av ailable as Sharp service par t QCNW - 4870CEZZ) [...]

Connections and Setup -27 Up Down Setup Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet at the fr ont and back of the projector when the surface the pr ojec- tor is placed on is uneven or when the screen is slanted. The projection of the image can be made higher by adjusting the pr ojector when it is [...]

Zoom in Zoom out Zoom knob Focus ring Adjusting the Lens The image is focused and adjusted to the desired size using the focus ring or zoom knob on the projector . 1 The focus is adjusted b y rotat- ing the f ocus ring. 2 Zooming is adjusted b y mov- ing the zoom knob. -28 Setup[...]

Connections and Setup -29 90 ° 90 ° Example of Standard Setup Setting up the Screen P osition the projector perpendicular to the screen with all f eet flat and level to achieve an optimal ima ge . Note • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not per pendicula[...]

-30 H Screen L:Projection distance Lens center Base line: Horizontal line passing through the lens center STRETCH Mode (16:9) Picture (Screen) size Projection distance (L) Distance from the lens center Diag. (X) Width Height Maximum (L1) Minimum (L2) to the bottom of the image (H) 300" (762 cm) 261" (662.9 cm) 147" (373.4 cm) 50&apos[...]

Connections and Setup -31 Note • There is an error of ± 3% in the formula abov e. • V alues with a minus ( – ) sign indicate the distance of the lens center belo w the bottom of the image. STRETCH Mode (16:9) Picture (Screen) size Projection distance (L) Distance from the lens center Diag. (X) Width Height Maximum (L1) Minimum (L2) to the bo[...]

-32 When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Pr ojection from behind the screen ■ Place a translucent screen betw een the projector and the au- dience. ■ Rev erse the image by setting “ Rear ” in “ PRJ Mode ” . See page 71 f or use of this function. Pr ojection using a mirror ■ Place a[...]

Basic Operation Basic Operation[...]

Image Projection ▼ Keycode input box -34 Lamp replacement indicator P ower indicator INPUT b utton ' , " , , | buttons MENU b utton ENTER button P ower (ON) button INPUT buttons ' , " , , | buttons MENU button ENTER b utton P ower (OFF) button Basic Procedur e Connect the required external equipment to the pr o- jector bef[...]

Basic Operation -35 3 Press , , or on the remote contr ol to select the INPUT mode. • After pressing once on the projector , use to se l ect the desired input mode. Note • When no signal is received, “ NO SIGNAL. ” will be displa yed. When a signal that the projector is not pre- set to receiv e is received, “ NO T REG. ” will be displa [...]

Image Projection P ower (ON) button 5 Press to temporarily turn off the sound. Note • Pressing again will turn the sound back on. 6 Press , then press again while the confirmation message is displayed, t o turn off the pro- jector . Note • If you accidentally pressed and do not want to turn off the power , wait until the confirmation message di[...]

Basic Operation -37 3 Press ' or " to select the de- sired language, and then press . 4 Press . • The desired language will be set as the on-screen display .[...]

Correcting T rapezoidal Distortion ( Ke ystone Correction ) Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion This function allows f or Keystone (On-screen T rapezoidal Distortion) Correction. Note • When the image is projected either from top or from bottom towards the screen at an angle, the image becomes distorted trapez oidally . The function f or correcting[...]

Basic Operation -39 • The Digital Shift function works with BORDER, STRETCH or SMART STRETCH screen. For details, see page 53 . Digital Shift Setting For easier viewing, this function shifts the entire image projected on the screen up or down when projecting 16:9 images from DVD players and DTV* decoders. * DTV is the umbrella term used to descri[...]

-40 Menu Bar Items This list shows the items that can be set in the pr ojector . ■ INPUT 1 / 2 Mode Note • The resolution, vertical frequency and horizontal frequency figures displayed above are for example pur poses only . • Only when the signal type is set as “ Component ” , in the “ Picture ” menu of INPUT 1 or 2 “ Color ” , ?[...]

Basic Operation -41 ■ INPUT 3 / 4 Mode English Deutsch Espa ñ ol Nederlands Fran ç ais Italiano Svenska Portugu ê s Page 78 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +3 – 3 Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu Picture Page 46 Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Red Blue CLR Temp Reset Progressive Mode 2D Prog[...]

This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. Y ou can operate the menus fr om the projector or remote contr ol using the following pr oce- dure. Using the Menu Screen Menu screen for INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 RGB mode Menu screen f or INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 Mode Menu Bar (Main Menu) " &quo[...]

Basic Operation -43 2 Press or | | | | | to select the menu you want to adjust. Note • For details on the menus, see the tree char ts on pages 40 and 41 . 3 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the item you want to adjust. Note • T o display a single adjustment item, press after sele[...]

▼ Menu screen Menu Selections (Settings) 1 Press . • The menu screen is displayed. Note • The “ Picture ” menu screen for the selected input mode is displayed. • The on-screen displa y shown on the lower right is display ed when INPUT 1 or 2 mode is selected. 2 Press or | | | | | to select the menu y ou want to adjust. Note ?[...]

Basic Operation -45 4 Press | | | | | . • The cursor shifts to the sub menu. 5 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the set- ting of the item displa yed in the sub menu. 6 Press . • The item selected is set. Note • Some adjustment items will display a confirmation message. When setting an it[...]

Adjusting the Picture Y ou can adjust the pr ojector’ s picture to y our preferences with the f ollowing picture settings. Selected Item Description button | button Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Red Blue CLR T emp For adjusting the contrast level For adjusting the brightness of an image For adjusting the color intensity of the image For adju[...]

Basic Operation -47 Progressive Mode This function allows y ou to select the progres- sive display of a video signal. The pr ogres- sive display pr ojects a smoother video image. Select “ Progressive Mode ” in the “ Pic- ture ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • 2D Progressive This func[...]

Adjusting Computer Images Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering in portions of the screen. When Auto Sync is OFF When “ A uto Sync ” is “ OFF ” , interference such as flickering or vertical stripes may occur if displaying tilings or vertical stripes. Should this occur , adjust “ Clock [...]

Basic Operation -49 Selecting Adjustment Settings Adjustment settings stored in the projector can be easily accessed. Select “ Select Setting ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • If a memory position has not been set, a resolution and frequency setting will not be d[...]

Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automaticall y adjust a computer ima g e. Select “ Auto Sync ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note When setting to “ Normal ” or “ High Speed ” : • Auto Sync adjustment will occur when the projector is turned on or when the inputs a[...]

Easy to Use Functions Easy to Use Functions[...]

-52 Selecting the Picture Display Mode Switching the Picture Display Using Different Input Signals Press . • Each time is pressed, the displa y changes as shown on page 52 and 53 . Info • In the Dot by Dot Mode , images are dis- play ed in the or iginal resolution, therefore they will not be enlarged. • T o retur n to the standard image , pre[...]

Easy to Use Functions -53 SMART STRETCH 1024 × 576* — — 480 I , 480P , 580 I, 580P , NTSC , P AL, SECAM 540P 720P , 1035 I, 1080 I 4:3 aspect ratio. Letter box, squeez e 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio NORMAL 1024 × 768 — — BORDER 768 × 576* — — STRETCH 1024 × 576* 480 I , 480P , 580 I , 580P , NTSC, P AL, SECAM 4:3 aspect ratio[...]

54 Freezing a Moving Image 1 Press . • The projected image is frozen. 2 Press again to return to the moving ima ge from the cur - rently connected de vice. Displa ying a Still Image This function allows y ou to instantly freeze a mo ving image . This is useful when y ou want to display a still ima ge from a computer or video, giving you more time[...]

Easy to Use Functions -55 Enlarging a Specific P or tion of an Image Displaying an Enlarged Portion of an Image 1 Press . • Enlarges the image. • Pressing or enlarges or re- duces the projected image. Note • Y ou can change the location of the enlarged image using ' , " , and | . • When an image with a resolution higher than SXG[...]

56 Selected Mode ST ANDARD PRESENT A TION CINEMA CUST OM Description F or Standard picture Brightens dar k er por tions of image f or more enhanced presentations. Giv es greater depth to darker por tions of image f or a more exciting theater e xperience. Allows y ou to adjust gamma v alue using Shar p Advanced Presentation Softw are. Gamma Correcti[...]

Easy to Use Functions -57 Displa ying Dual Pictures ( Pict in Pict ) Picture in Picture function allows y ou to display tw o pictures on the same screen. Y ou can display the image input from INPUT 3 or 4 as an inset picture overlapping the main picture fr om INPUT 1 or 2. Displaying the Inset Picture 1 Press . 2 Press or on the remote control or o[...]

58 Blac k Screen Function -58 BLA CK SCREEN b utton " Projected Ima ge This function can be used to displa y a blac k screen. Blacking out the Pro- jected Image 1 Press . • The screen tur ns blac k and “ BLACK SCREEN ” is display ed on the screen. 2 T o return to the original projected ima ge , press again.[...]

Easy to Use Functions -59 Displa ying the Break Timer " On-screen Display Displaying and Setting the Break Timer 1 Press . The break timer starts to count down from 5 minutes. 2 When “ ” is displayed, press ' ' ' ' ' , " " " " " , or | | | | | to set the break timer . • Y ou can[...]

-60 Color Management System (C. M. S.) Selecting the Color Reproduction Mode Select “Color Selected” in the “C.M.S.” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • For additional information about sRGB function, visit “http://www .srgb .com/”. • “sRGB” cannot be selected f or “Color Se-[...]

Easy to Use Functions -61 Setting the Brightness of the Target Color Select “ Lightness ” in the “ C.M.S. ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Setting the Chromatic Value of the Target Color Select “ Chroma ” in the “ C.M.S. ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, s[...]

-62 -62 Color Management System (C.M.S.) Resetting User-Defined Color Settings Select “ Reset (This Color) ” or “ Reset (All Colors) ” in the “ C.M.S. ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Overview of All Color Settings Select “ View Settings ” in the “ C.M.S. ” menu on the menu scree[...]

Easy to Use Functions -63 Setting the Audio Out- put Type Select “ Audio Out ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Setting on/off the Inter- nal Speaker Select “ Speaker ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 4[...]

-64 Auto Search Function This function automatically searches for and switches to the input mode in which signals are being received, when the projector is turned on, or when the INPUT button is pressed. -64 Using Auto Search Select “ A uto Search ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages[...]

Easy to Use Functions -65 Video Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) System Reducing Image Noise Select “ DNR ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • Set a level so as to view a clearer picture. Make sure to set DNR to “ OFF ” in the fol- lowing cases: • When the imag[...]

-66 Setting the Video System Setting the Video System Select “ Video System ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • The video signal can only be set in IN- PUT 3 or INPUT 4 mode. • In “ A uto ” , images are displa yed in P AL e ven if P AL-N or P AL-M input sig[...]

Easy to Use Functions -67 Saving Pr ojected Images • This pr ojector allows you to capture pr ojected images (RGB signals) and set them as a startup imag e, or backgr ound image when no signals are being received. • Y ou can capture the images that are input using RGB signals. Capturing the Image Select “Image Capture” in the “Options (1)[...]

68 Setting a Bac kgr ound Image This function allows y ou to select the image displa yed when no signal is being sent to the pr ojector . *1 Y ou can set a captured image as a background image b y selecting “ Custom ” . *2 If the input signal has interference, the screen will be displayed with the interference. Selecting a Background Image Sele[...]

Easy to Use Functions -69 Selecting the Economy Mode These functions allow y ou to reduce the po wer consumption of the projector . Setting the Power Save Mode Select “ P ower Sa ve ” in “ Econom y Mode ” under the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • Although lamp lif[...]

-70 -70 Remaining La mp Life (Percentage) Displa ying the Remaining Lamp Life (P ercenta g e) Checking the Remaining Lamp Life (Percentage) This function allows y ou to check the remain- ing lamp life (percenta ge). Select the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • It is recomme[...]

Easy to Use Functions -71 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This projector is equipped with a re verse/in ver t image function that allows y ou to reverse or invert the projected image for various applications. Setting the Pr ojection Mode Select “PRJ Mode” in the “Options (2)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, [...]

-72 Canceling the Keylock Setting When the Keyloc k Level is set to “ Normal ” , all buttons are functional. Select “ Keylock Le vel ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen and set “ Normal ” . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • When a password has been set, and “ Keylock Level ” is selecte[...]

Easy to Use Functions -73 Setting up a P assw or d Entering the Passwor d Select “ Pass wor d ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . 1 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the de- sired number and then press | | | | | . 2 E[...]

-74 Changing the Passwor d Select “ Pass wor d ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . 1 Press ' ' ' ' ' , " " " " " and | | | | | to enter the passw or d in “ Old P assw or d ” and press . 2 Press ' ' ' &ap[...]

Easy to Use Functions -75 Setting the Anti-Theft The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use of the pr ojector . Y ou can choose to use this function or not. If y ou do not want to use this function, just do not enter the keycode. Once the anti-theft function is activ ated, users will need to enter the correct keycode eac h time the pr ojecto[...]

-76 -76 Setting the Anti-Theft 2 Enter the remaining 3 digits b y pressing any b uttons you like. 3 Enter the same keycode once more in “ Reconfirm ” . Note • The K eyloc k function will become temporarily disabled. When “ Anti-Theft ” is set, the keycode inputting bo x appears after the po wer is turned on. When it appears, enter the rig[...]

Easy to Use Functions -77 Initializing the Settings This function allows y ou to initialize the settings y ou have made in the pr ojector . Retur ning to the Default Settings Select “ All Reset ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • If a password has been set, the p[...]

-78 This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen. Displa ying the Adjustment Settings Over view of All Menu Settings Select the “ Status ” menu on the menu screen and press . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . -78[...]

Appendix Appendix[...]

-80 Cleaning the lens ■ Use a commercially av ailable b low er or lens cleaning paper (for glasses and camer a lenses) for cleaning the lens . Do not use any liquid type cleaning agents, as the y may w ear off the coat- ing film on the surface of the lens . ■ As the surface of the lens can easily get dam- aged, be sure not to scrape or hit the [...]

Appendix -81 Replacing the Air Filter Air filter Ta b M4 M4 M4 M4 • This projector is equipped with air fil- ters to ensure the optimal operating condition of the projector . • The air filters should be c leaned ev- ery 100 hours of use. Clean the filters more often when the pr ojector is used in a dusty or smoky location. • Ask your nearest [...]

4 Clean the air filter . • Clean the dust off the air filter and cov er with a v acuum cleaner extension hose. 5 Replace the air filter . • Place the air filter underneath the tabs on the filter cov er . 6 Replace the filter co ver . • Slide the filter cov er in the direction of the arrow to close it. Note • Be sure the filter cov er is sec[...]

Appendix -83 Maintenance Indicator s ■ The warning lights on the pr ojector indicate problems inside the pr ojector . ■ If a prob lem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp replacement indicator will illuminate red, and the power will turn off. After the power has been turned off , follow the pr oce- dures given below . T [...]

-84 Maintenance Indicators Info • If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the po wer turns off, f ollow the abo ve possib le solutions and then wait until the projector has cooled do wn completely before plugging in the po wer cord and turning the pow er back on. (At least 5 minutes.) • If the power is turned off and then turned o[...]

Appendix -85 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separatel y) be replaced when the remaining lamp life be- comes 6% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality . The lamp life (per centage) can be chec ked with the on-screen display . See pa ge 70 . ■ For lamp replacement, please consult you[...]

P ower (OFF) button Lamp unit BQC-XGC50X//1 User service screw Removing and Install- ing the Lamp Unit Info • Be sure to remov e the lamp unit by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surf ace of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector . • T o a void injury to yourself and damage to the lamp , be sure to carefully follo w the steps be[...]

Appendix -87 Securing scre w A C socket INPUT b utton ENTER button User service screw UNDO buttom P ower (ON) b utton 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 . 6 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit co[...]

-88 RS-232C T erminal: 9-pin Mini DIN female connector Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference 1 VCC +3.3V (Reserved) Output Not connected 2 RD Receiv e Data Input Connected to inter nal circuit 3 SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit 4 EXIR Detector of Option Unit Input Not connected (Reserved) 5 SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circui[...]

Appendix -89 CONTROL CONTENTS BLACK SCREEN ON BLACK SCREEN OFF INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT CHECK FREEZE ON FREEZE OFF AUTO SYNC START OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR OK OR ERR I I I I I I I F F A M M R R V V C R R D B B G G E E H E E J K K B B D D K Z Z S _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ [...]

-90 CONTROL CONTENTS INPUT 1 RESIZE : NORMAL INPUT 1 RESIZE : FULL INPUT 1 RESIZE : DOT BY DOT INPUT 1 RESIZE : STRETCH INPUT 1 RESIZE : SMART STRETCH INPUT 2 RESIZE : NORMAL INPUT 2 RESIZE : FULL INPUT 2 RESIZE : DOT BY DOT INPUT 2 RESIZE : STRETCH INPUT 2 RESIZE : SMART STRETCH INPUT 3 RESIZE : NORMAL INPUT 3 RESIZE : BORDER INPUT 3 RESIZE : STRE[...]

Appendix -91 CONTROL CONTENTS FAO VAO SPEAKER ON SPEAKER OFF PICT IN PICT : BOTTOM RIGHT PICT IN PICT : BOTTOM LEFT PICT IN PICT : UPPER RIGHT PICT IN PICT : UPPER LEFT PICT IN PICT OFF POWER SAVE: STANDARD POWER SAVE: LOW POWER DNR : OFF DNR : LEVEL 1 DNR : LEVEL 2 DNR : LEVEL 3 AUTO SEARCH: OFF AUTO SEARCH: ON OSD DISPLAY NORMAL OSD DISPLAY LEVEL[...]

-92 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ON OFF VOLUME + VOLUME – MUTE MENU KEYSTONE BLACK SCREEN ENTER RESIZE UNDO FREEZE ENLARGE (+) ENLARGE ( – ) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 [...]

Appendix -93 Computer Compatibility Char t Note • This projector may not be ab le to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CR T/LCD) mode. Should this occur , tur n off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the displa y data in “ CR T only ” mode. Details on how to change display modes can be found in y our not[...]

-94 T roub leshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • P ower to the e xter nal connected de vices is off. • The selected input mode is wrong. • Cables incorrectly connected to rear panel of the projector . • Remote control batteries have run out. • External output has not been set when connecting note[...]

Appendix -95 Check Problem Page Pict in Pict does not work. P ower cannot be turned on or off using the pow er buttons on the projector . Picture is green on INPUT 1 or 2 COMPONENT . Picture is pink (no green) on INPUT 1 or 2 RGB. Picture is dark. Picture is too bright and whitish. The VOLUME buttons on the projector do not wor k. A response code c[...]

-96 For SHARP Assistance If you encounter an y pr oblems during setup or operation of this pr ojector , fir st refer to the “T roubleshooting” section on pages 94 and 95 . If this operation man ual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service depar tments listed below . U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-8[...]

Appendix -97 Specifications LCD Projector PG-C45X NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/P AL/P AL-M/P AL-N/P AL 60/SECAM/ DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV540P/DTV580 I /DTV580P/DTV720P/DTV1035 I /DTV1080 I LCD panel × 3, RGB optical shutter method Panel size: 0.99" (25.1 mm) (15 [H] × 20 [W] mm) No. of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] × 768 [V]) 1 – 1.27 × zoom lens, F[...]

-98 Dimensions Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View 3 15 / 16 (100.5) 9 1 / 2 (241.5) 15 3 / 8 (390) 5 (126.5) 1 / 16 (1.5) 1 / 16 (1.5) 3 1 / 8 (80) ø 67.5 4 3 / 8 (111.75) 2 15 / 16 (75) M4 M4 M4 M4 2 11 / 16 (67.5) 4 15 / 16 (124.5) 5 / 16 (7.5) 3 15 / 16 (99) 8 7 / 16 (213.3) 11 9 / 16 (294) 3 / 16 (5.2) 1 / 8 (4) 9 / [...]

Appendix -99 Glossary Adv anced intelligent compression High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu- tion images to fit the projector ’ s native resolution. Anti-theft If the “ Keycode ” set in the projector is not cor- rectly entered, the projector will not operate even if signals are entered. Aspect Ratio Width and height ratio of an i[...]

-100 2D Progressive .................................................... 47 3D Progressive .................................................... 47 AC socket ............................................................. 17 Adjusting Computer Images ................................ 48 Adjusting the Lens ...............................................[...]

Appendix -101 Sav e Setting ......................................................... 48 Select Setting ....................................................... 4 9 Selecting the on-screen display language .......... 3 6 Signal Info ............................................................ 49 Signal T ype .........................................[...]

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