Sharpvision XV-Z9000U manual

E-1 Important Information IMPORT ANT For your assistance in repor ting the loss or theft of your Projector , please r ecord the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and r etain this infor mation. Before r ecycling the packaging, please be sur e that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Suppli[...]

E-2 Important Information ENGLISH WARNING: The cooling fan in this pr ojector continues to r un for about 90 seconds after the pr ojector is turned off. During normal operation, when turning the power off always use the OFF button on the pr ojector or on the remote contr ol. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting the power cor d. D[...]

E-3 Important Information IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS Electrical energy can perfor m many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactur ed to ensure your personal safety . However IMPROPER USE CAN RESUL T IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In or der not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this Pr ojector , observe [...]

E-4 Important Information IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS 95˚F ( Ⳮ 35˚C) 41˚F ( Ⳮ 5˚C) CA UTION PRECA UCI Ó N PR É CA UTION BQC-XVZ9000/1 Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit There is a potential hazard of glass particles if the lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact your near est Authorized SharpVision Service Center or Dealer for a replace[...]

E-5 Important Information IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS T emperature Monitor Function If the projector starts to over heat due to setup problems or a dirty air filter , “ TEMP . ” and “ ” will flash in the lower -left cor ner of the pictur e. If the temperature continues to rise, the lamp will turn off, the TEMPERA TURE WARNING indicator on the p[...]

E-6 Important Information Outstanding Features 1. Wide DMD™* (Digital Micr omirr or Device) Chip The DMD Chip allows for a higher contrast image. Also, as it has an aspect ratio of 16:9, it is possible to view , in the best possible picture frame, softwar e recorded on 16:9 fr om DVD or DTV . * Digital Light Processing, DLP , Digital Micr omir r [...]

E-7 Important Information Ho w to Access the PDF Operation Man uals of SharpVision Mana ger PDF operation manuals of supplied GAMMA control software “ SharpV ision Manager ” in several languages are included in the CD-ROM. T o utilize these manuals, you need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not inst[...]

E-8 Important Information Contents Important Information IMPORT ANT SAFEGU ARDS ................... 3 Outstanding Features ............................. 6 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals ............................................... 7 Contents ................................................... 8 Part Names ...............................[...]

E-9 Important Information Part Names Projector Numbers next to the part names refer to the main pages in this manual wher e the topic is explained. Front and T op View 16 18 45 45 45 26 26 26 17 23 23 26 Focus ring Remote control sensor POWER indicator 4 Intake ventilative hole LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator ADJUSTMENT but[...]

E-10 Important Information Part Names Projector Numbers next to the part names refer to the main pages in this manual where the topic is explained. Side and Rear Vie w 14 13 14 15 4 4 13 Intake ventilative hole Exhaust ventilative hole 16 Remote control sensor 16 AC socket DC 12 V 200 mA OUTPUT terminal Intake ventilative hole 4 15 INPUT 5 COMPUTER[...]

E-11 Important Information Part Names Inserting the batteries 13 Pull down the tab on the battery cover and remove the cover towards the direction of the arro w . 2 Insert two AA siz e batteries, making sure the polarities match the ⴐ and ⴑ marks inside the battery compartment. Insert the lower tab of the battery cover into the opening, and pre[...]

E-12 Important Information Supplied Accessories Power cord CACCU5013DE01 Remote contr ol RRMCG1657CESA T wo AA size batteries T erminal cover CCOV A1985CE01 Projector operation manual TINS-7416CEZZ SharpVision Manager operation manual TINS-7418CEZZ Lens cap PCAPH1056CESA CD-ROM (SharpV ision Manager) UDSKA0047CEN1[...]

E-13 Setup & Connections Power Supply Connecting the Power Cord Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the back of the pr ojector . Connections Power cord CACCU5013DE01 CAUTION • Make sure the power cord is firmly connected into the AC socket. • The projector will enter the stand-by mode after turning the power off and then re-p[...]

E-14 Setup & Connections 1 2 T o S-video output ter minal 2 T o video output ter minal 1 Projector VCR, Laser disc pla yer , DVD player or DTV decoder Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting to a DVD Player and DTV Decoder * * 2 T o component output terminals 1 Component cable (commercially available) DVD player or DTV decoder 1 Connect each R[...]

E-15 Setup & Connections Connecting to a Computer When the RS-232C por t on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (null modem, cr oss type, commercially available), the computer can be used to contr ol the projector and check the status of the projector . See pages 52, 53 and 54 for details. Connecting to a computer usi[...]

E-16 Setup & Connections Operating the Remote Control The remote control can be used to contr ol the projec- tor within the range shown on the left. • The signal from the r emote contr ol can be reflected of f a screen for easy operation. However , the effective distance of the signal may differ due to the screen material. Remote Control Remo[...]

E-17 Setup & Connections Power ON/OFF Pr ess PO WER ON . • The flashing blue LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows that the lamp is warming up. W ait until the indicator stops flashing befor e operating the projector . • If the power is turned off and then immediately turned on again, it may take a short while before the lamp tur ns on. • Afte[...]

E-18 Setup & Connections Using the Adjustment Feet Setting Up the Screen Y ou can adjust the height of the image by raising the pr ojector with the foot r eleases. 1 Pr ess the foot r eleases and lift the pr ojector to the desired angle. 2 Remove your hands fr om the foot releases. Once the adjustment feet have locked in position, release the p[...]

E-19 Setup & Connections Keystone Correction This function can be used to adjust the Keystone settings. 1 Press KEYSTONE on the remote control. 2 Press ENTER to display the test pattern. 3 Press // / to make adjustments. 4 a. Pr ess KEYST ONE to return to the normal scr een. b. T o reset the Keystone setting, press UNDO . • Straight lines and[...]

E-20 Setup & Connections Adjusting the Projection Distance Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and leveled to achieve an optimal image. Move the projector forward or backwar d if the edges of the image are distorted. • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the lens center is no[...]

E-21 Setup & Connections Adjusting the Projection Distance Upper and Lower Lens Shift Position • This projector is equipped with a lens shift function that lets you adjust the pr ojection height. • Adjust it to match the setup configuration. • The screen can be moved maximum the length of one scr een vertically using the lens shift. • O[...]

E-22 Setup & Connections Rear Projection • Place a translucent scr een between the pr ojector and the audience. • Use the pr ojector ’ s menu system to reverse the pr ojected image. (See page 43 for use of this function.) • Optimal image quality can be achieved when the projector is positioned perpendicular to the screen with all feet f[...]

E-23 Operation Buttons Selecting the Input Signal Source Using the Operation Buttons Press INPUT on the projector , INPUT 1 , INPUT 2 , INPUT 3 , INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 on the remote contr ol to select the desired input mode. • When no signal is r eceived, “NO SIGNAL” will be displayed. When a signal that the pr ojector is not preset to receive i[...]

E-24 Operation Buttons COMPUTER EXAMPLE 960 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 480i 480P NTSC PAL SECAM 960 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 480P 1280 ⳯ 720 – 720P 1280 ⳯ 720 – 1280 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 SIDE BAR STRETCH CINEMA ZOOM SMART STRETCH 1280 ⳯ 720 – – – – 1080i For 4:3 aspect ratio For 16:9 aspect ratio EXAMPLE VGA SVGA XGA SXGA Input[...]

E-25 Operation Buttons Gamma Correction Function • Gamma is an image quality enhancement function that of fers a richer image by brightening the darker portions of the image without altering the brightness of the brighter portions. • Four gamma settings are available to allow for differ ences in the images displayed and in the brightness of the[...]

E-26 Basic Operation Basic Operations Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screen (GUI) On-screen Display 1 INPUT 3, 4 (VIDEO) mode 1 INPUT 1, 2 (COMPONENT) or 5 (RGB) mode 4 1 Press MENU to display the INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 mode menu bar . 2 Press / to select an adjustment main menu on the menu bar . 3 Press / to select a specific adjustm[...]

E-27 Basic Operation Menu Bars Items on the INPUT 3 or 4 Mode Menu Bar Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu Picture Tint Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Color Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Sharp Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Contrast Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Brightness Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Red Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Blue Reset Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 CLR Temp Lamp Timer Theater Mode Progressive Mode Ⳮ 3 ⳮ 3 2D Progressive 3D Pro[...]

E-28 Basic Operation Menu Bars Items on the INPUT 1, 2 or 5 Mode Menu Bar Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu Picture PRJ Mode Options Fine Sync Tint Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Color Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Sharp Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Contrast Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Brightness Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Red Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 Blue Reset Ⳮ 30 ⳮ 30 CLR Temp Progressive Mode Signal Type Ⳮ 3 ⳮ 3 Com[...]

E-29 Basic Operation Adjusting the Picture Y ou can adjust the pr ojector ’ s picture to your prefer - ences with the following picture settings. Description of Adjustment Items For less contrast For less brightness For less color intensity Skin tones become purplish For less sharpness For weaker red For weaker blue Selected item For more contras[...]

E-30 Basic Operation Adjusting the Picture Adjusting the Color T emperature This function can be used to adjust the color temperature to suit the type of image input to the projector (DVD, video, computer image, TV br oadcast, etc.). This function can be operated using the CLR TEMP buttons on the remote control, as well as the GUI menu scr een. Adj[...]

E-31 Basic Operation Selecting the Signal T ype This function allows you to select the input signal type COMPONENT or RGB for INPUT 1 or 2. 1 Press MENU . Menu bar and “ Pictur e ” menu scr een appear . GUI operation guide is also displayed. 2 Press / to select “ Signal T ype ” , and then pr ess . 3 Pr ess / to select “ RGB ” or “ Com[...]

E-32 Basic Operation When displaying computer patterns which are ver y detailed (tiling, vertical stripes, etc.), inter ference may occur between the DMD pixels, causing flickering, vertical stripes, or contrast irregularities in portions of the scr een. Should this occur , adjust “Clock”, “Phase”, “H-Pos” and “V -Pos” for the optim[...]

E-33 Basic Operation Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) Saving and Selecting Adjustment Settings This projector allows you to stor e up to seven adjustment settings for use with various computers. Once these settings ar e stored, they can be easily selected each time you connect a computer to the projector . Saving the adjustment setting[...]

E-34 Basic Operation Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) Special Mode Adjustment Ordinarily , the type of input signal is detected and the corr ect resolution mode is automatically selected. However , for some signals, the optimal resolution mode in “Special Modes” on the “Fine Sync” menu scr een may need to be selected to match t[...]

E-35 Basic Operation Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) A uto Sync Adjustment • Used to automatically adjust a computer image. • Auto Sync adjustment can be made manually by pressing the A UT O SYNC button on the r emote control, or automatically by setting “ Auto Sync ” to “ Nor mal ” or “ High Speed ” in the projector ?[...]

E-36 Basic Operation Reducing Image Noise (VIDEO menu only) Auto Sync Display Function Nor mally , an image is not superimposed during Auto Sync adjustment. Y ou can, however , choose to superimpose a backgr ound image during Auto Sync adjustment. 1 Press MENU . 2 Press / to select “ Fine Sync ” . 3 Press / to select “ Auto Sync Disp ” . 4 [...]

E-37 Basic Operation T urning On/Off the On-screen Displa y This function allows you to tur n on or off the on-scr een messages that appear during input select. 1 Press MENU . 2 Press / to select “Options”. 3 Press / to select “OSD Display”, and then press . 4 Press / to select the desir ed On-scr een Display . 5 Press ENTER to save the set[...]

E-38 Basic Operation Selected item Theater Mode Functions Function as a toggle switch for contr olling the quantity of projected light. Select “ NORMAL ” or “ BRIGHT ” to decrease or incr ease brightness, power consumption and fan noise. This function can be operated using the THEA TER MODE button on the remote contr ol, as well as the GUI [...]

E-39 Basic Operation Selecting a Background Image (GUI) On-screen Display This function allows you to select the image displayed when no signal is being sent to the projector . Description of Background Images 1 Press MENU . 2 Press / to select “Options”. 3 Press / to select “Background”, and then press . 4 Press / to select the backgr ound[...]

E-40 Basic Operation With this function, you can adjust the ver tical size of the display to allow for subtitles. Description of Subtitle Setting 1 Press MENU . 2 Press / to select “ Options ” . 3 Press / to select “ Subtitle ” . 4 Press / to move the mark of the subtitle setting. 5 T o exit the GUI, press MENU . • The RESIZE modes that a[...]

E-41 Basic Operation Selecting the Econom y Mode (GUI) On-screen Displa y These functions allow you to reduce the power consumption when the pr ojector is in stand-by mode. RS-232C Off Function This projector consumes power when using a computer connected to the RS-232C port. When not using this port, “RS-232C Por t” can be set to “ ” for r[...]

E-42 Basic Operation Selecting the T ransmission Speed (RS-232C) This menu allows you to adjust the transmission speed of the RS-232C connection by selecting the baud rate. 1 Press MENU . 2 Press / to select “ Options ” . 3 Press / to select “ RS-232C ” , and then pr ess . 4 Press / to select the desir ed baud rate. 5 Press ENTER to save th[...]

E-43 Basic Operation Re versing/In ver ting Projected Imag es This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function which allows you to reverse or invert the pro- jected image for various applications. Description of Projected Images Selected item Fr ont Ceiling Ⳮ Front Rear Ceiling Ⳮ Rear Description Normal image Inverted image Rever[...]

E-44 Basic Operation Displa ying the Adjustment Settings This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings on the scr een simultaneously . 1 Press MENU . 2 Press / to select “ Status ” . 3 Pr ess ENTER to display all the adjustment settings. 4 T o exit the GUI, press MENU . 2 3 INPUT 3, 4 (VIDEO) mode 2 3 INPUT 1, 2 (COMPONENT) or [...]

E-45 Maintenance & T roubleshooting Lamp/Maintenance Indicators Problem • Blocked air intake. • Clogged air filter . • Cooling fan breakdown. • Internal circuit failure. • Burnt-out lamp. • Lamp circuit failure. • Lamp has been used for over 1,900 hours. Maintenance Indicator The internal temperature is abnormally high. TEMPERA TU[...]

E-46 Maintenance & T roubleshooting Confirming the Lamp Usa g e Time Lamp Maintenance The lamp in this projector operates for appr oximately 2,000 cumulative hours, depending on the usage environ- ment. (As the usage environment can vary significantly , the projector lamp may not operate for 2,000 hours.) It is recommended that the lamp be repl[...]

E-47 Maintenance & T roubleshooting Replacing the Lamp It is recommended that the lamp be r eplaced after approximately 1,900 cumulative hours of use or when you notice a significant deterioration of the picture and color quality . Carefully change the lamp by following the steps on the next page. If the new lamp does not light after replacemen[...]

E-48 Maintenance & T roubleshooting Replacing the Lamp • Be sure to r emove the lamp cage by the handle. Do not touch the glass sur face of the lamp cage or the inside of the projector . • T o avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, carefully follow the steps below . • Replace the lamp after turning off the power and unplugging t[...]

E-49 Maintenance & T roubleshooting • This projector is equipped with air filters to ensur e the optimal operating condition of the projector . • Periodically clean the air filter by vacuuming it off with a vacuum cleaner . • The air filter should be cleaned ever y 100 hours of use. Clean the filters mor e often when the projector is used[...]

E-50 Maintenance & T roubleshooting T r oubleshooting Chec k • Pr ojector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • Selected input is wr ong. (See page 23.) • Cables incorr ectly connected to back panel of the projector . (See pages 13 – 15.) • Remote contr ol batteries have run down. (See page 11.) •“ Contrast ” and “[...]

E-51 Appendix Connecting Pin Assignments INPUT 5 RGB Signal Input Port: 15-pin Mini D-sub female connector RGB Input Analog 1. V ideo input (red) 2. V ideo input (gr een/sync on green) 3. V ideo input (blue) 4. Not connected 5. Composite sync 6. Earth (red) 7. Earth (green/sync on gr een) 8. Ear th (blue) 9. Not connected 10. GND 11. GND 12. Bi-dir[...]

E-52 Appendix (RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings PC control A computer can be used to contr ol the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, commercially available) to the projector . (See page 15 for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial por t settings of the computer to match those of the table on[...]

E-53 Appendix (RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings CONTROL CONTENTS POWER ON POWER OFF KEYSTONE (  127 –  127) INPUT 1 (COMPONENT 1) INPUT 2 (COMPONENT 2) INPUT 3 (S-VIDEO) INPUT 4 (VIDEO) INPUT 5 (COMPUTER-RGB) AUTO SYNC START INPUT 1 (COMPONENT 1) RESIZE : SIDE BAR INPUT 1 (COMPONENT 1) RESIZE : SMART STRETCH INPUT 1 (COMPONENT 1[...]

E-54 Appendix (RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings • 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. • *1 FINE SYNC can only be set in the displayed RGB mode. CONTROL CONTENTS THEATER MODE NORMAL THEATER MODE BRIGHT V[...]

E-55 Appendix Wired Remote Contr ol T erminal Specifications Specifications of wired remote control input • ø 3.5 mm minijack • Exter nal: GND • Internal: +3.3V Function and transmission codes Wired remote contr ol function code 1 0 1 1 0*** ***** 1 0 C1 System Code C5 C6 Data Code C13 C14 C15 • System codes C1 to C5 are fixed at “ 10110[...]

E-56 Appendix Computer Compatibility Chart Horizontal Frequency: 15 – 81 kHz V ertical Frequency: 43 – 100 Hz Pixel Clock: 12 – 120 MHz Compatible with sync on gr een and composite sync signals SXGA compatible in advanced intelligent compression or intelligent compr ession AICS (Advanced Intelligent Compression and Expansion System) r esizing[...]

E-57 Appendix Dimensions 15 49 / 50 (406) 7 (178) 18 11 / 16 (475) Units: inches (mm) Front View Bottom View Side Vie w T op View Side View Rear Vie w[...]

E-58 Appendix Specifications Product type Model V ideo system Display method DLP panel Lens Projection lamp Contrast ratio V ideo input signal S-video input signal Component input signal Horizontal resolution RGB input signal Pixel clock V er tical frequency Horizontal fr equency Computer control signal Rated voltage Input cur r ent Rated fr equenc[...]

E-59 Appendix Glossary Aspect ratio W idth and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4 : 3. There ar e also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and 21 : 9. Auto Sync Optimizes projected computer images by automatically adjusting certain characteristics. Background Initial setting image pr ojected [...]

E-60 Appendix Index A AC socket .......................................................................... 13 ADJUSTMENT buttons ...................................................... 26 Adjusting the Picture ......................................................... 29 Adjustment feet ................................................................[...]

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