Sharp PG-MB66X manual

Introduction Quick Start Setup Connections Basic Operation Useful Features Appendix PR OJECTEUR MUL TIMÉDIA MODELE PG-MB66X/PG-MB56X XG-MB50X-L XR-11XC-L XR-10X-L/XR-10S-L MODE D’EMPLOI MUL TIMEDIA PR OJECT OR MODEL PG-MB66X/PG-MB56X XG-MB50X-L XR-11XC-L XR-10X-L/XR-10S-L OPERA TION MANU AL Introduction Mise en r oute rapide Installation Raccor [...]

IMPOR T ANT • For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector , please record the Model and Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and r etain this information. • Before r ecycling the packaging, please ensure that you have checked the con- tents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Supplied accesso[...]

1 Introduction Bef ore using the projector , please read this operation man ual carefully . 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 INFORMA TION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pr ovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if n[...]

3 Introduction 37 Useful Features Using the Menu Screen Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “Bright”. • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector . Press B MENU. • The “ Picture ” menu screen for the se- lected input mode is displayed. Adjustment buttons ( P / R / O / Q ) Example: “ Pictur[...]

4 Contents Preparing Introduction How to Read this Operation Man ual .... 3 Contents ............................................... 4 IMPORT ANT SAFEGU ARDS ............... 6 Accessor ies ........................................ 10 P ar t Names and Functions ................. 11 Inserting the Batteries .......................... 14 Usable Range ..[...]

5 Introduction Reference Appendix Maintenance ....................................... 47 Cleaning and Replacing the Dust Filters ................................................ 4 8 Maintenance Indicators ...................... 50 Regarding the Lamp ........................... 52 Lamp ..................................................... 52 Caution[...]

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 r etained for future refer ence. 3. Heed W arnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All oper[...]

7 Introduction 15. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fir e or electric shock. 16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch danger ous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a[...]

8 Observe the following safeguards when setting up your pr ojector . Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ P otential hazard of glass par- ticles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact your nearest Sharp Autho- rized Projector Dealer or Ser- vice Center f or replacement. See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 52 . Caution concerning the se[...]

9 Introduction ■ When turning off the projector , the cooling fan runs to decrease the inter nal temperature f or a while. Unplug the power cord after the cool- ing f an stops. The period the cooling f an runs will vary , depending on the circumstances and the internal temperature. Caution regarding usa ge of the projector ■ When using the proj[...]

10 Accessories Remote control RRMCGA398WJSA T wo R-6 batteries (“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) RGB cable (10 ' (3.0 m)) QCNWGA045WJPZ • Operation manual (TINS-C690WJZZ) Optional accessories ■ 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (10 n (3.0 m)) ■ DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor (5 57 / 64 o (15 cm)) ■ Remote receiver ■ Lamp unit AN-C3CP2 [...]

11 Introduction 31 37 50 30 30 28 29 47 28 15 27 27, 50 37, 46 27, 50 37 T op View ST ANDBY/ON button For turning the power on and putting the projector into standby mode. Lamp indicator T emperature warning indicator Adjustment buttons ( P / R / O / Q ) For selecting menu items. V olume buttons (– O / Q +) For adjusting the speaker sound level. [...]

12 25 47 29 26 25 25 24 23 24 25 21 23 24 26 24 43 47 Numbers in Z ref er to the main pages in this operation man ual where the topic is explained. T erminals Rear View Refer to “INPUT T erminals and Connectable Main Equipment” on page 21 . AUDIO (INPUT 3, 4) terminal (Shared for INPUT 3 and 4) INPUT 3 terminal T erminal for connect- ing video [...]

13 Introduction 31 37 30 34 30 37 46 27 27 37 34 34 37 30 34 32 Numbers in Z ref er to the main pages in this operation man ual where the topic is e xplained. ST ANDBY button For putting the projector into the standby mode. KEYST ONE button For entering the Keystone Correction mode. RETURN button For returning to the previous menu scr een during me[...]

14 • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. • Insert the batteries making sure the polarities corr ectly match the m and n marks inside the battery compartment. • Batteries of differ ent types have differ ent properties, therefore do not mix batteries of dif ferent types. • Do [...]

15 Introduction • The signal from the remote contr ol can be r e- flected off a scr een for easy operation. How- ever , the effective distance of the signal may differ depending on the scr een material. When using the remote control • Ensure that you do not dr op it or expose it to moisture or high temperatur e. • The remote control may malfu[...]

16 Quic k Star t This section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the computer). For details , see the page described below f or each step. Setup and Projection In this section, connection of the projector and the computer is explained using one example. When connecting equipment other than a computer , see pages 24 and 25 . 3. Rem[...]

17 Quick Start 4. Adjust the pr ojected image with the Setup Guide Select the “INPUT 1” using the INPUT button on the projector or C INPUT 1 on the remote control. 6. Select the INPUT mode • When pressing the INPUT button on the projector , input mode switches in the following order: INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 • When using the remote contr[...]

18 Ceiling-mount Setup ■ It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount bracket f or this installa- tion. Bef ore mounting the projector , contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center to obtain the rec- ommended ceiling-mount brac ket (sold sepa- rately). • AN-XRCM30 ceiling-mount brack et ■ Inv er[...]

19 Setup 300" 200" 100" 84" 60" 240" 180" 160" 120" 80" 60" 67" 50" 48" 36" 34'3 " – 39' 8 " (10.4 m – 12.1 m) 22'10 " – 26'5 " (7.0 m – 8.1 m) 11'5 " – 13'3 " (3.5 m – 4.0 m) 9'7 " – 11&apos[...]

20 Setting up the Pr ojector (Continued) 300  (762 cm) 270  (686 cm) 250  (635 cm) 200  (508 cm) 150  (381 cm) 100  (254 cm) 84  (213 cm) 72  (183 cm) 60  (152 cm) 40  (102 cm) 610 cm (240  ) 549 cm (216  ) 508 cm (200  ) 406 cm (160  ) 305 cm (120  ) 203 cm (80  ) 171 cm (67  ) 146 cm (58  ) 12[...]

21 Connections Connections INPUT T erminals and Connectable Main Equipment INPUT 1, 2 ter minal ■ Connecting the computer . (See page 23 .) ■ Connecting video equipment with compo- nent output terminal (DVD player , DTV decoder , DVD recorder with har d disc, etc.). (See page 24 .) INPUT 3 terminal Connecting video equipment with S-video output[...]

22 Samples of Cab les for Connection Cables f or a camera or a video game Equipment Input Signal Cable T erminal on the projector ø3.5 mm stereo audio cable (commercially av ailable or a vailab le as Sharp ser vice par t QCNWGA038WJPZ) RGB cable (supplied) S-video cable (commercially av ailab le) Video cable (commercially a vailab le) Computer A u[...]

23 Connections Connecting to a Computer T o RGB output terminal T o audio output ter minal RGB Cable * ø3.5 mm stereo or mono audio cable (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA038WJPZ) RGB Cable Before connecting, ensure that the power cor d of the pr ojector is unplugged from the A C outlet and turn off the devices to b[...]

24 L R Connecting to Video Equipment The projector is equipped with input terminals that suppor t component, S-video, and video signals . See the illustration below to connect with the audio-visual equipment. The image quality is highest in the order of the component signal, the S-video signal and the video signal. If your audio-visual equipment ha[...]

25 Connections L R T o video output ter minal When using a composite video cable (INPUT4) T o audio output ter minal Note Composite video cable (commercially available) RCA audio cable (com- mercially available) T o AUDIO (INPUT 3, 4) terminal T o INPUT4 terminal Connecting to a Monitor with RGB Input T erminal Y ou can displa y computer images on [...]

26 Contr olling the Pr ojector b y a Computer When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS- 232C adaptor* (optional: AN-A1RS) and an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type , commercially av ailable), the computer can be used to control the projector and chec k the status of the projector . See page 56 [...]

27 Basic Operation T urning the Projector On/Off Remove the lens cap and press S ST ANDBY/ON on the projector or f ON on the remote control. • When System Lock is set, the keycode input box appears. T o cancel the keycode setting, input the keycode that you have already set. See page 44 for details. • About the Lamp Indicator The lamp indicator[...]

28 About the Setup Guide After tur ning on the projector , the Setup Guide screen appears to assist you with projector setup. Press T ENTER to exit the Setup Guide screen. Guidance items 1 FOCUS 2 HEIGHT ADJUST 3 ZOOM ST ANDBY/ON button ENTER button 1 Adjusting the Focus Y ou can adjust the focus with the f ocus ring on the projector . Ima g e Pr o[...]

29 Basic Operation 3 Adjusting the Height The height of the projector can be ad- justed using the adjustment feet at the front and rear of the projector . When the screen is abov e the projec- tor , the projection image can be made higher by adjusting the projector . 1 2 3 • Do not apply too much pressure on the pr o- jector when the front adjust[...]

30 Image Pr ojection (Continued) Displaying the Black Scr een and T ur ning off the Sound T emporarily Adjusting the V olume Switching the Input Mode Press C INPUT 1, C INPUT 2, D INPUT 3 or E INPUT 4 on the remote control to select the input mode. • When pressing INPUT ( P / R ) on the projector , input mode switches in the following order: INPU[...]

31 Basic Operation 0 Keystone ADJ. END Correcting T rapezoidal Distortion When the image is projected either fr om the top or from the bottom to wards the screen at an angle, the ima ge becomes distorted trapezoidally . The function for correcting trapezoidal distortion is called Keystone Correction. • The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up t[...]

32 Image Pr ojection (Continued) Resize Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image. De- pending on the input signal, you can choose “NORMAL”, “BORDER” or “STRETCH” image. Press H RESIZE. • See page 41 for setting on menu screen. Computer RESIZE button SVGA (800 K 600) XGA (1024 K 76[...]

33 Basic Operation VIDEO •“ STRETCH ” is fix ed when 540P , 720P or 1080 I signals are entered. : Cutout area on which images cannot be pr ojected. : Area on which the image is not included in the original signals. Input Signal D VD / Video Image type Output screen image NORMAL BORDER STRETCH 480 I , 480P , 576 I , 576P , NTSC , P AL, SECAM 5[...]

34 Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) Operating with the Remote Contr ol Freezing a Moving Image • When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto Sync adjustment, use the help menu for manual adjustments. (See page 46 .) Auto Sync function w orks when detect- ing input signal after the projector turns on. Press F A UT O SYNC to manuall y ad- j[...]

35 Useful Features The follo wing shows the items that can be set in the projector . Menu Items “Screen adjustment (SCR-ADJ)” menu INPUT 1 (Component)/INPUT 2 (Component)/INPUT 3/INPUT 4 INPUT 1 (RGB)/INPUT2 (RGB) “Picture” menu Picture Picture Mode Contrast 0 0 0 0 K 7500 SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Bright Red Blue 1 CLR Temp Bright Boost Lam[...]

36 “ Projector adjustment (PRJ-ADJ) ” menu Picture Auto Search SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Auto Sync Auto Power Off System Sound System Lock h On On On On SEL./ADJ. ENTER END 0 Lamp Timer(Life) 100% Speaker On RS-232C 9600 bps Fan Mode Normal Picture There is no picture or audio SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Vertical stripes or flickering image appear [...]

37 Useful Features Using the Menu Screen Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “ Bright ” . • This operation can also be perfor med by using the buttons on the projector . Press B MENU. • The “Picture” menu screen for the se- lected input mode is displayed. Adjustment buttons ( P / R / O / Q ) Example: “ Picture ” screen [...]

38 Using the Menu Screen (Contin ued) Press P or R and select “ Bright ” to adjust. • The selected item is highlighted. • Press h ENTER again to return to the previous screen. Press O or Q to adjust the item selected. • The adjustment is stored. Press B MENU/HELP . • The menu screen will disappear . 3 4 5 0 Bright Picture SEL./ADJ. Rtn.[...]

39 Useful Features Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) Standard Presentation Movie Game *sRGB Q Example: “Picture” screen menu f or INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Q Example: “Picture” screen menu f or INPUT 3 mode Picture Picture Mode Contrast 0 0 0 0 K 7500 SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Bright Red Blue 1 CLR Temp Bright Boost Lamp Setting Standard Brig[...]

40 4 4 4 4 4 Pr ogressive • In NTSC or P AL60Hz, even if the 3D Progres- sive mode has been set, the three-two pull down enhancement will be enabled automati- cally when the film source has been enter ed. • When the image is blurred or noisy , switch to the optimal mode. • When using progressive inputs, inputs ar e di- rectly displayed so tha[...]

41 Useful Features Adjusting the Pr ojected Image ( “ SCR - ADJ ” menu) Picture Resize Image Shift 0 0 SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Keystone Auto Keystone OSD Display Background Setup Guide PRJ Mode Language Front English On Logo On Off Normal SEL./ADJ. ENTER END 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 Setting the Resize Mode • For details of the Resize mode, [...]

42 The projector can switch the on-screen displa y language among 11 languages. Selectable items Front Ceiling + Front Rear Ceiling + Rear Description Normal image (Projected from the front of the screen) Inverted image (Projected from the front of the scr een with an inverted projector) Reversed image (Projected from the rear of the scr een or wit[...]

43 Useful Features Adjusting the Pr ojector Function ( “ PRJ - ADJ ” menu) Picture Auto Search SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Auto Sync Auto Power Off System Sound System Lock h On On On On SEL./ADJ. ENTER END 0 Lamp Timer(Life) 100% Speaker On RS-232C 9600 bps Fan Mode Normal 1 1 1 1 1 A uto Sear ch Function This function automatically searches for [...]

44 Info This function pre vents unauthorized use of the projector . Once this function is activated, users must enter the correct keycode each time the projector is tur ned on. We suggest y ou record the keycode in a safe place where only au- thorized users have access. • If you lose or forget your keycode, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized P[...]

45 Useful Features Note Input screen for keycode T o cancel the keycode that y ou hav e already set • Press R on the projector for four times in steps 2 and 3 above. When the System Lock is set • When System Lock is set, the keycode input screen appears after the power is turned on. When it appears, enter the right keycode to start projection. [...]

46 T roub leshooting with the “ Help ” menu Utilizing the “ Help ” menu func- tions This function advises you to solve the problems during usage. • Y ou can adjust the items with check marks ( ✔ ). • The items in the “Help” menu change, de- pending on the input signal or setting that you have selected. • If the problem is not so[...]

47 Appendix 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 careful not to scrape or hit the l[...]

48 Cleaning the Dust Filters • The dust 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. Press S ST ANDBY/ON on the pro- jector to put the projector into standby mode. • Wait until the cooling fan stops. • Disconnect the power cord and unplug the power cord[...]

49 Appendix Replace the filter holders. • Align the tabs on the filter holders while replacing them, and then pr ess down on the tabs to lock them in place. 4 Replacing the Dust Filters • If the filters become too dirty to clean effectively , purchase new ones (PFILDA025WJZZ) from your near est Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Cente[...]

50 Maintenance Indicator s About the lamp indicator ■ When the remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, (yellow) and “Change The Lamp” will be displayed on the screen. When the per centage becomes 0%, it will change to (red), the lamp will automatically turn off and then the projector will automatically enter standby mode. At this time, the la[...]

51 Appendix • If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters standby mode, follow the possible solutions above and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely befor e plug- ging in the power cord and turning the power back on. (At least 10 minutes.) • If the power is turned off for a brief moment due to [...]

52 Regar ding the Lamp Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be r eplaced when the remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the pictur e and color quality . The lamp life (percentage) can be checked with the on-scr een display . (See page 44 .) ■ Purchase a r eplacement lamp of[...]

53 Appendix Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit • Make sure that you r emove the lamp unit by the handle. Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector . • T o avoid injur y to yourself and damage to the lamp, make sure you car efully follow the steps below . • Do not loosen other scr ews except for the lamp[...]

54 Regar ding the Lamp (Continued) 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. Resetting the Lamp Timer Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp . Insert the new lamp unit. ?[...]

55 Appendix Connecting Pin Assignments COMPUTER-RGB Input/Output COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT INPUT1, 2 and COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT OUTPUT T erminals: 15-pin mini D-sub female connector 1. Video input (red) 2. Video input (green/sync on gr een) 3. Video input (blue) 4. Not connected 5. Not connected 6. Earth (red) 7. Earth (green/sync on green) 8. Earth ([...]

56 RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings Computer control A computer can be used to control the pr ojector by connecting an RS-232C serial contr ol cable (cross type, sold separately) to the pr ojector . (See page 26 f or connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table. Signal form[...]

57 Appendix Power Off Power On Power Status Projector Condition Lamp Status Lamp Power Status Lamp Quantity Lamp Usage Time (Hour) Lamp Life (Percentage) Model Name Check Model Name Check Projector Name Setting 1 (First four characters) *1 Projector Name Setting 2 (Middle four characters) *1 Projector Name Setting 3 (Last four characters) *1 Projec[...]

58 INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Presentation INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Movie INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Game INPUT 1 Picture Mode : sRGB INPUT 1 Contrast ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 1 Bright ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 1 Color ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 1 Tint ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 1 Red ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 1 Blue ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 1 Sharp ( [...]

59 Appendix INPUT 4 Sharp ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) INPUT 4 CLR T emp *2 INPUT 4 Bright Boost (0 – 2) INPUT 4 Progressive : 2D INPUT 4 Progressive : 3D INPUT 4 Progressive : Film Mode Clock ( ⴑ 150 – ⴐ 150) Phase ( ⴑ 30 – ⴐ 30) H-Position ( ⴑ 150 – ⴐ 150) V-Position ( ⴑ 60 – ⴐ 60) Fine Sync Adjustment Reset Auto Sync : Off Auto[...]

60 DTV • When this projector r eceives 640 K 350 VESA format VGA signals, “640 K 400” appears on the screen. • Optimum image quality will be achieved by matching your computer’ s output resolution to the projector’ s native resolution. (1024 x 768 for the PG-MB66X, PG-MB56X, XG-MB50X-L, XR-11XC-L and XR-10X-L models OR 800 x 600 for the[...]

61 Appendix T r oubleshooting No picture and no sound or projector does not start. Sound is heard but no picture appears (or pictur e is dark). Color is faded or poor . Picture is blurred; noise appears. Picture appears but no sound is heard. An unusual sound is occasionally heard fr om the cabinet. Problem Check • Projector power cord is not plu[...]

62 Problem Maintenance indicator on the projector illuminates or blinks in red. The projector cannot be turned on or put into the standby mode using the ST ANDBY/ON button on the projector . Picture is gr een on INPUT 1 (COMPONENT)/ INPUT 2 (COMPONENT). Picture is pink (no green) on INPUT 1 (RGB)/INPUT 2 (RGB). Picture is too bright and whitish. Th[...]

63 Appendix For SHARP Assistance If you encounter an y prob lems during setup or operation of this projector , first refer to the “T roubleshooting” section on pages 61 and 62. If this operation man ual does not answer y our question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below . U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1-888-GO-SHARP[...]

64 Projector PG-MB66X/PG-MB56X/XG-MB50X-L/XR-11XC-L/XR-10X-L/XR-10S-L NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/P AL/P AL-M/P AL-N/P AL-60/SECAM/DTV480 I /DTV480P/ DTV540P/DTV576 I /DTV576P/DTV720P/DTV1035 I /DTV1080 I /DTV1080 I -50 Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device TM (DMD TM ) by T exas Instruments P anel size: [PG-MB66X/PG-MB56X/XG-MB50X-L/XR-11XC-L/XR-10X-L] 0.5[...]

65 Appendix Dimensions Units: inches (mm) 12 13 / 32 ( 315) 3 1 / 16 ( 77.5) 3 5 / 32 ( 80) 1 55 / 64 ( 47) 2 7 / 8 ( 73) 4 19 / 64 ( 109) 11 1 / 32 ( 280) 23 / 64 ( 9) 13 / 64 ( 5) 7 / 16 ( 11) ø 9 7 / 64 ( 69.2) 2 19 / 32 ( 65.5) 1 53 / 64 ( 46.2) 2 61 / 64 ( 75) 1 11 / 32 ( 33.8) 1 7 / 8 ( 47.5) 4 7 / 64 ( 104) 7 / 16 ( 11) XR-11XCL_EN_m 06.9.1[...]

66 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable ........................ 24 AC so cket ....................................................... 26 Accessories ................................................... 10 Adjustment buttons ........................................ 37 Adjust horizontal noise ........................... 36, 46 Adjust vertical noise ..........[...]

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