Sharp PG-M25X manual

DIGIT AL MUL TIMEDIA PR OJECT OR MODEL PG-M25X OPERA TION MANU AL Introduction Setup and Connections Basic Operation Easy to Use Functions Appendix PG-M25X#E#Hyo1.p65 02.4.29, 3:01 PM 1[...]

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended b y 93/68/ EEC . Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/ 68/EWG. Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directiv es 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directiv e 93/68[...]

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The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Swedish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese and Korean. Carefully r ead through the operation instructions befor e operating the projector . Die mitgelieferte CD-ROM enthält Bedienungsanleitungen in Englisch, Deutsch, Französisch, Schwedisch, Spanisch, Itali[...]

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 pr ojector . 1. W ARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately r eceive the full benefit of the parts, service an[...]

-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 PO WER button on the projector or on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped befor e disconnecting the power cor d. DURING NORMAL OPERA TION, NEVE[...]

Introduction -3 Outstanding Features 1. Ima g e Quality • Superior image quality with Fujinon™ optical lens system. • Newl y developed DDR (Doub le Data Rate) chip eliminates Color Break- ing phenomena common with pre vious g eneration DLP™ pr ojectors. • Newl y developed 12° DMD™ c hip pro vides significantl y impro ved opti- cal effi[...]

-4 6. Built-in PCMCIA car d slot (T ype II ) • Wireless presentations using a wireless LAN PC car d. Supports the global wireless LAN standard, IEEE802.11b. This wireless LAN PC card complies with IEEE802.11b wireless LAN standards. Computers with built-in wireless LAN PC cards that suppor t this standard allow f or wireless connections. Note •[...]

Introduction -5 Contents Intr oduction Outstanding Features ......................................... 3 Contents ............................................................... 5 IMPORT ANT SAFEGU ARDS ............................... 8 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals (Windows, Macintosh) ................................. 13 Part Names .....[...]

-6 Network Settings ............................................... 69 Setting Up a Projector Name ................................... 69 Setting the IP Address ............................................. 70 Setting the Wireless Channel ................................... 71 Setting the SSID ...................................................... [...]

Introduction -7 Wireless LAN PC Card Specification ............ 120 Usable Cards and Their Capacity .................. 121 Dimensions ...................................................... 122 Glossary ........................................................... 123 Index ................................................................. 125 PG-M25X#[...]

-8 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 -9 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. [...]

-10 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IMPORT ANT READ BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT • Y ou have acquired a product that includes softw are licensed to SHARP Corporation by Lineo , Inc. (“Lineo”). The Software is protected by copyright laws, international copyright treaties, and other intellectual prop- erty laws and treaties. Lineo and its suppliers re[...]

Introduction -11 Be sur e to read the following safeguar ds when setting up your projector . 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 a replace- ment. See “ Replacing the Lamp ” on page 7[...]

-12 Other connected equipment ■ When connecting a computer or other audio- visual equipment to the projector , make the connections AFTER tur ning off the projector and the equipment to be connected. ■ Please read the operation manuals of the pro- jector and the equipment to be connected f or instructions on how to make the connections . Using [...]

Introduction -13 How to Access the PDF Operation Man uals (Windo ws, Macintosh) PDF operation manuals in se veral 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 on hand. T o utilize these manuals, you need to install Adobe Acr obat Reader on y our PC (Windows or Macintosh). If [...]

-14 Projector (Front and Top View) P ar t Names Numbers in refer to the main pages in this Operation Man ual where the topic is explained. 110 110 110 34 38 50 50 35 37 35 50 35 51 63 22 35 14 18 37 40 Foot releases/Adjustment feet For adjusting the projector ’ s height. Attaching the terminal cover Attach the terminal cover by placing it on the [...]

Introduction -15 47 48 31 30 27 30 26 11 15 27 Projector (Side View) Exhaust vent A C socket Kensington Security Standard connector 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[...]

-16 GyroRemote P ar t Names (cont.) Gyration U.S. Patents 5698784, 5825350, 5898421 WIRE R/C JACK 42 44 54 35 41 42 40 35 48 49 38 42 40 48 44 Bottom 48 Front Rear Function 1 / 2 buttons For specifying the b utton assignments for Function 1 and Function 2 INPUT button For s witching between inputs 1,2,3 and 4. L-CLICK/ ENTER button For entering men[...]

Introduction -17 Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode. Please follo w the precautions below . T apes f or removing the batteries Inserting the Batteries The batteries (four R03 batteries ( “ AAA ” siz e, UM/ SUM-4, HP-16 or similar)) are included in the pac kag e. 1 Slide the cover in the direction of the arr ow to o[...]

-18 GyroRemote Features This projector uses the Gyr oRemote technology , that allows f or the following f eatures when compared to ordinary infrared remote controls. RF T echnology With ordinar y remote controls, the oper ation range is limited because of directivity; the y cannot operate if there are objects between the projector and the remote. T[...]

Introduction -19 Calibrating the GyroRemote If there are any e xtreme temperature changes when the GyroRemote is being used or after batteries have been replaced, the mouse cursor or pointer ma y continue to mo ve by itself even if no action has been perf ormed. In this case, calibrate the GyroRemote using the follo wing procedure. 1 Double c lick [...]

-20 Note Accessories GyroRemote (1) For U .S., Canada, etc. RRMCG1631CESA (2) For Europe , A ustralia, Oceania and Asia RRMCG1653CESA F our R03 batteries ( “ AAA ” size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar) Power cord (6' (1.8m)) For U.S., Canada, etc. QACCDA007WJPZ For Europe, except U.K. QACCV4002CEZZ For U.K., Hong Kong and Singapore QACCB5024CE[...]

Setup and Connections Setup and Connections PG-M25X#E#p21_32.p65 02.4.29, 3:09 PM 21[...]

Up Down Foot releases Adjustment feet Setup Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet when the surface of the projector is placed on is une ven or when the screen is slanted. The projection of the image can be made higher by adjusting the pr ojector when it is in a location lower than the screen[...]

Setup and Connections -23 90 ° 90 ° Example of Standard Setup Setting up the Screen P osition the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and le vel to achieve an optimal ima ge . Note • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the hor izontal line passing through the lens center is not per pendicul[...]

-24 Setup (cont.) Screen Size and Projection Distance 90 ° H Screen Base line: Horizontal line passing through the lens center . Lens center L:Projection distance The formula f or picture size and projection distance L1 (ft) = (0.048539X – 0.037278) / 0.3048 L2 (ft) = (0.040172X – 0.037561) / 0.3048 H (in) = 0 X: Picture size (diag.) (in) L : [...]

Setup and Connections -25 When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Pr ojection from behind the screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience. ■ Rev erse the image by setting “ Rear ” in “ PRJ Mode ” . See page 98 f or use of this function. Projection using a [...]

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 devices . When connecting a computer , be sure that the computer is the last de vice to be turned on after all the [...]

Setup and Connections -27 1 D VI to 15-pin D-sub cab le Connecting the Projector to a Computer Connecting to a Computer Using the DVI to 15-pin D-sub Cable 1 Connect the pr ojector to the computer using the supplied D VI to 15-pin D-sub cable. • Secure the connectors by tightening the thumbscrews. 2 T o input audio signal, connect the projector t[...]

-28 1 D VI cable (sold separately) Connecting the Pr ojector to Other De vices (cont.) Connecting to a Computer Using a DVI Cable (Sold Separately) This projector comes installed with a D VI digi- tal input terminal in which computer digital im- age signals can be directly input. 1 Connect the pr ojector to the computer using the D VI cable. 2 T o [...]

Setup and Connections -29 1 D VI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor (sold separately) Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting to Component Video Equipment Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable and D VI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor when connecting to the INPUT 1 terminal, component video equipment such as D VD play ers and DTV* decoders. *DTV is the umbrella term used[...]

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 equipment can be connected to INPUT 2, IN- PUT 3 and A UDIO terminals. 1 Connect the projector to the video equipment using a ø 3,5 mm[...]

Setup and Connections -31 Installing / Removing the PC Card Remov e the card from the slot and store it in a saf e place. If the Eject button is out, press it once more to set it back in place. Eject button The notch Make sure that the Eject button is not out, and that the notch on the card is to the left, when installing the card. T ake care when [...]

T o RGB output por t 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 an RGB monitor loop-out adaptor and an RGB cable. 1 Connect the pr ojector to the computer and monitor using an RGB monitor loop-out adap- tor (sold separately) and an R[...]

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Image Pr ojection Basic Procedure Connect the required e xternal equipment to the projector bef ore operating the f ollowing pr ocedures. Details are found in the pr ojector operation manual. Info • The language preset at the f actory is English. If you w ant to change the on-screen displa y to another language, reset the language ac- cording to [...]

Basic Operation -35 " On-screen Display (Example) Using Analog RGB Using Component INPUT 2 Mode INPUT 3 Mode 4 Press and select the input mode. • Each press switches in the f ollowing order ’ → INPUT 1 → INPUT 2 → INPUT 3 → INPUT 4 • Y ou can also use the on the GyroRemote. Note • When no signal is received, “ NO SIGNAL ” w[...]

Image Pr ojection (cont.) 6 Press on the pr ojector to temporarily turn off the picture and sound. Note • Pressing again will turn the pic- ture and the sound back on. • When using the GyroRemote, y ou can select A V MUTE using the Button Assign function (see page 41 .) • If you w ant to temporarily mute the sound, select MUTE using the Butto[...]

Basic Operation -37 Z o o m in Z o o m o u t Selecting the On-screen Display Language • The on-screen displa y language of the pro- jector can be set to English, Ger man, Span- ish, Dutch, F rench, Italian, Swedish, P or- tuguese, Chinese , K orean or Japanese. • The follo wing e xplanation uses operations from the projector as e xample. 1 Pres[...]

Correcting the T rapezoidal Distor tion (K e ystone Correction) Correcting the Trap- ezoidal Distortion This function allows f or Keystone (On-screen T rapezoidal Distortion) Correction. The following e xplanation uses operations from the pr ojector as example. Note • K eystone Correction is the correction f or trapezoidal distortion that occurs [...]

Basic Operation -39 3 Press . Note • Y ou can use the same settings used in NORMAL mode 4:3 f or 16:9. • Straight lines or the edges of images ma y appear jagged while adjusting the image. • The Digital Shift function is display ed when a wide screen from video or digital video is display ed. When using the GyroRemote: • You can use the but[...]

-40 Using the Gyr oRemote Before Using the GyroRemote Make sure that the antenna on the projector is fully e xtended before operating the projector with the GyroRemote. Info • The control range under actual operating conditions ma y be less than optimum depending on where the projector is placed and the radio signal en vironment. • If the GyroR[...]

Basic Operation -41 Function Assign The Button Assign function on the GyroRemote, consists of 5 items (1/5 to 5/5) and within each, there are 4 function buttons (Function 1 to 4.) Selecting the function buttons f or assigning items is done via the projector . 1 Press on the GyroRemote. • Each time you press the Button Assign selection changes as [...]

Using the Gyr oRemote (cont.) GyroRemote Channel Setting The GyroRemote uses radio signals, whic h can receive interference under certain conditions. T o av oid interference, when using multiple Gyr oRemotes, register a diff erent channel for each Gyr oRemote in the pr ojector . The GyroRemote has 8 channels f or U .S., Canada, etc. and 4 channels [...]

Basic Operation -43 3 Press on the GyroRemote y ou want to register . • The LED indicator on the GyroRemote lights up . • “ Register ” is display ed at the bottom of the screen f or a fe w seconds and registration star ts. When storing is complete, “ Learn Mode ” is displa y ed. Note • If no action is taken f or more than 5 minutes , [...]

Using the Presentation T ools The GyroRemote is equipped with the f ollowing presentation tools. These are ver y useful when emphasizing a main point during the presentation. • P ointer function • Stamp function • Line function Using the Pointer Using the GyroRemote. For details see page 40. 1 Hold the GyroRemote and move it while pressing . [...]

Basic Operation -45 Using the Stamp Func- tion Using the GyroRemote For details see page 40. 1 Press on the GyroRemote and then select “ Button Assign 1/5 ” . • The assign function is display ed at the bottom right of the screen. 2 Press on the Gyr oRemote . • The stamp type will change ev ery time is pressed, as shown on the right. 3 Press[...]

Using the Line Function Using the GyroRemote, you can dra w on the screen various shapes such as squares, ovals, horizontal, vertical, perpendicular and free- style lines. Using the GyroRemote, For details see page 40. 1 Press on the GyroRemote and then select “ Button Assign 1/5 ” . • The assign function is display ed at the bottom right of [...]

Basic Operation -47 Supplied accessor y USB cable USB por t Notebook computer USB cable Using the Wireless Presentation Function of the GyroRemote The remote control can perf orm mouse operations on a computer screen displa yed on the actual screen. The remote control can also be used as a pointer . (See page 44) Connecting the Computer and the Pro[...]

Using as a Wireless Mouse 1 Move the Gyr oRemote while holding down . The LED indicator is lit. 2 Press or . It functions the same as the buttons of a mouse connected to the com- puter . • In the case of one mouse button (such as on a Macintosh) clicking this b utton will function the same as either and . Connecting the GyroRemote with a Cable Co[...]

Basic Operation -49 Turning Off the GyroRemote Make sure to turn off the GyroRemote to prevent an y unwanted operations, when not using the projector . This also prevents consumption of batteries set in the GyroRemote. 1 Press and located in- side the lower co ver on the GyroRemote at the same time for more than 2 seconds. • The LED Indicator wil[...]

This projector has three sets of men u screens that allow y ou to adjust the image and various projector settings. Y ou can operate the menus from the pr ojector or Gyr oRemote using the following pr oce- dure. Using the Menu Screen On-screen menu for INPUT 1 RGB mode On-screen menu for INPUT 2 or INPUT 3 Mode Menu Bar (Main Menu) MENU button "[...]

Basic Operation -51 2 Press or to select the menu you want to adjust. Note • For details on the menus, see the tree char ts on pages 56 and 58 . • When using the GyroRemote to mov e through a menu, see page 54 . 3 Press or to select the item y ou want to adjust. Note • T o display a single adjustment item, press after selecting the item. Only[...]

Sub menu MENU button Adjustment buttons ( "' | "' | "' | "' | "' | ) ENTER button ▼ Menu Screen Menu Selections on the projector (Settings) 1 Press . • The menu screen is displa yed. Note • The “ Picture ” menu screen is display ed in inputs 1, 2 and 3 and the “ Card ” men u scree[...]

Basic Operation -53 4 Press . • The cursor shifts to the sub menu. 5 Press or to select the setting of the item display ed in the sub menu. 6 Press . • The item selected is set. Note • Some adjustment items will display a confirmation message. When setting an item, press or to select “ Ye s ” or “ OK ” and then press . 7 Press . • T[...]

1 2 3 On-screen menu f or INPUT 1 mode MENU button GYRO A CTIVE button GYRO A CTIVE b utton (Rear) Menu Bar (Main Menu) -54 Using the Menu Screen (cont.) Using the GyroRemote to Navigate the On-screen Menu (Adjustments) 1 Press . • The menu screen is displa yed. Note • The “ Picture ” menu screen is display ed in inputs 1, 2 and 3 and the ?[...]

Basic Operation MENU button GYRO A CTIVE button Using the GyroRemote to Navigate the On- screen Menu (Settings) 1 Press . • The menu screen is displa yed. Note • The “ Picture ” menu screen is display ed in inputs 1, 2 and 3 and the “ Memor y Card ” menu screen is display ed in INPUT 4 mode. • The screen on the right shows the INPUT 1[...]

-56 +30 -30 +30 -30 +30 -30 +30 -30 +30 -30 +30 -30 +30 -30 +3 -3 +150 – 150 +150 – 150 +30 – 30 +60 – 60 1 2 • • 7 1 2 • • 7 1 2 3 • • 7 640 × 480 720 × 480 480P Resolution 1024 × 768 800 × 600 V ert Freq 60 Hz 75 Hz Resolution 1024 × 768 800 × 600 V er t Freq 60 Hz 75 Hz 640 × 480 31.5 KHz 60 Hz English Deutsch Espa ñ [...]

Basic Operation -57 ■ INPUT 2 / 3 Mode +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +3 – 3 English Deutsch Espa ñ ol Nederlands Fran ç ais Italiano Svenska Portugu ê s Picture Options (1) Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Red Blue CLR T emp Reset Progressive Mode P ower Sav e [ON/OFF] Auto Search [ON/OFF] DNR O[...]

-58 English Deutsch Espa ñ ol Nederlands Fran ç ais Italiano Svenska Portugu ê s [ON/OFF] [ON/OFF] [ON/OFF] [ON/OFF] [ON/OFF] [10] Menu Bar Items (cont.) This list shows the items that can be set in the pr ojector . ■ INPUT 4 Mode Card Display File Options (2) Lamp Timer Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu P age 78 Sort View Aut o r u n Inte[...]

Basic Operation Adjusting the Picture Y ou can adjust the projector’ s picture to your pref erences with the follo wing 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 ima[...]

Progressive Mode This function allows you to select the pro- gressive display of a video signal. The pro- gressive display projects a smoother video image. Select “ Pr ogressive Mode ” in the “ Pic- ture ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote [...]

Basic Operation 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 “ Auto Sync ” is “ OFF ” , interference such as flickering or vertical stripes may oc- cur if displaying tilings or vertical stripes. Should this occur , [...]

-62 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 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • If a memor y position has [...]

Basic Operation Checking the Input Signal This function allows y ou to check the current input signal information. Select “ Signal Inf o ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • The projector w[...]

-64 Auto Sync Display Function Used to set the screen displayed during A uto Sync. Select “ A uto Sync ” in the “ Fine Sync ” me n u on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • .....The image set as a background image is pro[...]

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-66 Before setting the network This section explains items that can be set in a netw ork. A wireless connection will not be possib le if these items are not set correctly . Also, as there are values that m ust be entered in a pre-configured network, make sure to consult with y our network administrator . IP Address ■ When What is an IP Address? T[...]

Easy to Use Functions -67 Wireless Channels ■ What is a wireless channel? A wireless channel is a frequency used by wireless LAN cards when comm unicating. 14 channels can be used. If other wireless LAN networks are being used near the location where the projector is, make sure that diff erent channels hav e been set to av oid interf erence. ■ [...]

68 Using a Wireless LAN PC Car d Inserting a wireless LAN PC card into the INPUT 4 slot on the projector allo ws you to send images to the projector and pr oject them via a wireless connection. -68 Installing a Wireless LAN PC Card 1 Insert the wireless LAN PC card into the INPUT 4 slot on the projector . • F or details on how to install the card[...]

Easy to Use Functions -69 Netw ork Settings Note • This section e xplains items that can be set in a network. A wireless connection will not be possib le if these items are not set correctly . • Also , as there are values that m ust be entered in a pre-configured network, make sure to consult with y our network administrator . Setting Up a Proj[...]

70 Netw ork Settings (cont.) -70 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter the remaining characters y ou want. Note • A maximum of 16 characters can be entered 6 Press . • The settings are stored and active . Setting the IP Address Set the IP Address of the projector . Set “ TCP/IP ” in the network men u on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu[...]

Easy to Use Functions -71 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set all the digits. Setting the Gatewa y Select “ Gateway ” using the pr ocedure in step 1, and enter the values b y repeating the procedure in step 3 and 4. Setting the Subnet Mask Select “ Subnet Mask ” using the procedure in step 1, and enter the values b y repeating the procedure in st[...]

72 Netw ork Settings (cont.) -72 Setting the SSID Set the projector ’ s SSID. The default setting is “ SHARP_PRJ ” . Select “ Wireless LAN ” in the network menu on the menu screen ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. 1 Press or to select “ Wi[...]

Easy to Use Functions -73 Setting the DHCP Server This function is set when using the DHCP server on the projector . Set “ DHCP Ser ver ” in the network menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Enabling the DHCP server function S[...]

-74 Resetting the Network Settings This will return the default values of the Network Settings. Select “ Reset ” in the Network menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Netw ork Settings (cont.) Wireless LAN PC car d: T r oublesh[...]

Easy to Use Functions Using a Memory Card When a memory card is installed, images stored in the memor y card can be pr ojected. If presentation files are stored in the memory card y ou can make presentations using only the projector and the memory card, without having to use a computer . -75 Displaying of the Contents in the Card as an Index 1 Inse[...]

-76 2 Remove the car d. • Remov e the card after the message is displa yed. • F or details on how to remov e the card, see page 31. Info • When moving the projector , make sure that the Eject button is pressed all the wa y in. If mov ed with the Eject button out, the projec- tor may be damaged. Setting the Thumbnail Display Y ou can display J[...]

Easy to Use Functions -77 Setting Lists Y ou can display files in lists. For list settings, see page 78. Moving files • Press or to select the f older and press . • T o move the f older up one level, select and press . Projecting a file • Press o r or to select the f older and press . • The selected image is displa yed. Changing the page di[...]

-78 Memory Card Settings Setting Files Y ou can limit the files display ed in the Index mode according to their type. Select “Displa y File” in the Memory Card menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • All Files All the f[...]

Easy to Use Functions Setting the Display Format of the Index Mode Select “ View ” in the Memory Card menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • Thumbnail displa y For displa ying the contents of the memory card as thumbna[...]

80 Memory Card Settings (cont.) -80 Setting the Display Interval for Image Files Y ou can set the displa y interval for slide show files (image files). Adjust “ Interval ” in the Memory Card menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 5[...]

Easy to Use Functions -81 Displa ying a Still Image This function allows y ou to instantly freeze a mo ving image. This is useful when you want to display a still ima ge from a computer or video, giving y ou more time to explain the ima ge to the audience. Function 2 button " On-screen Display ASSIGN button Storing an Image in Still Image Form[...]

-82 Selecting the Picture Displa y Mode This function allows y ou to modify or customize the picture display mode to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can c hoose “ NORMAL ” , “ FULL ” , “ DOT BY DO T ” , “ BORDER ” , “ STRETCH ” or “ SMART STRETCH ” ima ge . ASSIGN button Screen display of the pict[...]

Easy to Use Functions -83 4:3 aspect ratio Other aspect ratios SVGA (800 × 600) XGA (1024 × 768) SXGA (1280 × 960) UXGA (1600 × 1200) SXGA (1280 × 1024) NORMAL 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 960 × 768 FULL — — — — 1024 × 768 DOT BY DO T 800 × 600 — 1280 × 960 1600 × 1200 1280 × 1024 480 I , 480P , NTSC P AL, SE[...]

-84 This function allows y ou to enlarge a specific portion of an image. This is useful when you want to display a detailed portion of the image. UNDO b utton Function 2 button ASSIGN button Function 1 b utton -84 " On-screen Display Screen moving indicator Displaying an Enlarged Portion of an Image For using the GyroRemote, see page 40 for de[...]

Easy to Use Functions -85 4 Press to cancel the opera- tion, then the magnification returns to × 1. Note • In the f ollowing cases, the enlarged image will retur n to its original size ( × 1). • When s witching the input. • When (undo) has been pressed. • When the input signal has been changed. • When the input signal resolution or refr[...]

-86 Selected Mode ST AND ARD PRESENT A TION CINEMA GAME Description F or Standard picture Brightens dar ker portions of image for more enhanced presentations. Giv es greater depth to darker por tions of image f or a more exciting theater e xperience. Natural color gr adation for pla ying a game, etc. Gamma Correction Function Gamma is an image qual[...]

Easy to Use Functions -87 Selecting the P ower Sa ve Mode The P ower Sa ve Mode or the A utomatic P ower Shutoff function allo ws you to reduce the power consumption of the pr ojector . Setting the Power Save Mode Select “ P ower Sa ve ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. [...]

-88 Displa ying Dual Pictures (Pict in Pict) Picture in Picture function allows y ou to displa y two pictures on the same screen. Y ou can display the image input fr om INPUT 2 or 3 as an inset picture o verlapping the main picture from INPUT 1. (This function can only be set in the RGB menu.) Displaying the Inset Picture Select “ Pict in Pict ?[...]

Easy to Use Functions -89 Selected Item Normal Lev el A Lev el B Description All On-screen Displa ys are display ed. Input/F reeze/Enlarge/A uto Sync/V olume/A V Mute are not display ed. All On-screen Displa ys are not displa yed. (except Men u, On-screen displa ys display ed when the LENS b utton is pressed, and warning displays (P ower off/T emp.[...]

-90 Activ ating the sRGB Color Management Function Setting the Color Manage- ment Function (sRGB) Select “ sRGB ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • For additional inf or mation about sRG[...]

Easy to Use Functions -91 Using Auto Search Select “ Auto Sear ch ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • ON Automatically s witches to the input mode in which signals are being received, wh[...]

-92 Video Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) System Reducing Image Noise Select “ DNR ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • Set a le vel so as to vie w a clearer picture. Make sure to set DNR to “ OFF ” in th[...]

Easy to Use Functions -93 Setting the Video Signal Setting the Video Signal Select “ Video System ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pa ges 54 and 55. Note • The video signal can only be set in IN- PUT 2 or INP[...]

-94 Sa ving Pr ojected Images • This pr ojector allows y ou to capture projected ima ges (RGB signals) and set them as a startup image , or bac kground image when no signals are being received. • Y ou can capture the images that are input using analog RGB signals and Digital RGB XGA signals. Capturing the Image Select “ Image Capture ” in t[...]

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 projector . *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 displa yed with the interf erence. Selecting a Background Image Selec[...]

Lamp Usage Time Using an RGB monitor loop-out adaptor (sold separately) and an RGB cab le (commerciall y av ailable), be sure to set to “ Y es (Y Cable) ” when y ou want to display computer ima ges both on the projector and on a monitor . Using an RGB Monitor Loop-out Adaptor Select “ Monitor Out ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the men[...]

Easy to Use Functions -97 Displa ying the Break Timer " On-screen Display Displaying and Setting the Break T imer Select “Break Timer” from the “Options (2)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pages 54 and 55. 1 When “ ” is disp[...]

-98 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This projector is equipped with a reserve/in vert image function that allows y ou to rever se or invert the projected image for various applications. Selected Item Front Ceiling + Front Rear Ceiling + Rear Description Normal image Inverted image Reversed image Reversed and inverted image Front Ceiling+Front [...]

Easy to Use Functions -99 Loc king the Operation Buttons on the Pr ojector This function can be used to lock the use of certain operation buttons on the pr ojector . The follo wing are the three keyloc k levels. K eyloc k Le vel Normal Le vel A Le vel B Setting up the Keylock Select “ Ke ylock Le vel ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the men[...]

-100 -100 Setting up a P ass w or d A passw ord can be set b y the user to prevent adjustments to certain settings on the “ Options (2) ” menu. Using a passwor d together with the Ke ylock Le vel (page 99) is more effective. Entering the Passwor d Select “ P assw or d ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen ➝ For operating th[...]

Easy to Use Functions -101 Changing the Passwor d Select “ P assw or d ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pages 54 and 55. 1 Press , and to enter the passw or d in “ Old P assw or d ” and press . 2 Press , and[...]

-102 Setting the Anti-Theft Setting the anti-theft function will disable an y projection of ima ges even if signals are sent to the projector . A ke ycode is necessary to release the system lock. Make sure to remember the key code y ou set. Info If the keycode is not correctly entered in the ke y code field, onl y the key code screen will be displa[...]

Easy to Use Functions -103 2 Enter the remaining 3 digits in the same way as abo ve and press . 3 Re-enter the same key code in Reconfirm and press . Note • The K eyloc k function will become temporarily disabled. When “ Anti-Theft ” is set, the keycode inputting section appears after the power is turned on. At that time , enter the right key[...]

-104 Setting the Anti-Theft (cont.) Changing the Keycode • When “ Anti-Theft ” is sele cted and a pass- word has been entered, the pass word input box is displa yed. After the pass word has been entered, you can change the k eycode . Select “ Anti-Theft ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu scree[...]

Easy to Use Functions -105 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 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using t[...]

-106 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 and press on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 50 and 52. ➝ For operating the menu screen using the GyroRemote see pages 54 and 5[...]

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Carrying the Projector How to Use the Carr ying Case When transporting the projector , make sure to retract the antenna, cover the lens with the lens cap, and place the projector in the included carrying case. 1 Open the cover of the carrying case. 2 Remove the inner pad ding from the carrying case, and fold it in the direction of the arr ows. 3 Re[...]

Appendix -109 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 they ma y wear 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[...]

-110 Maintenance Indicator s Info • If the TEMPERA TURE W ARNING indicator illuminates, and the power turns off , follo w the abov e possible solutions and then wait until the projector has cooled do wn completely before plugging in the po wer cord and tur ning the pow er back on. (At least 5 minutes.) • If the power is turned off and then turn[...]

Appendix -111 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced after appr o ximately 1,900 cum ulative hours of use or when y ou notice a significant deterioration of the picture and color quality . The lamp usage time can be chec ked with the on-screen display . See page 58. ■ For lamp replacement, please consult y our near[...]

PO WER button Regar ding the Lamp (cont.) 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 av oid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp , be sure to carefully follo w the steps below . • Do not loos[...]

Appendix -113 A C soc ket PO WER button Adjustment buttons ( "| "| "| "| "| ) ENTER button User service screw 4 Loosen the lamp unit. • Remov e the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit b y the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow . 5 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly in[...]

-114 1 2 4 3 17 ••••••••• ~ ••••••••• •••• ~ •••• •••• ~ •••• 24 18 23 C3 2 1 9 16 C1 C2 C4 C5 8 7 • D VI Digital INPUT Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal 1 T .M.D .S data 2 – 16 Hot plug detection 2 T .M.D .S data 2+ 17 T .M.D. S data 0 – 3 T .M.D .S data 2 shield 18 T .M.D.S dat[...]

Appendix -115 Computer Compatibility Char t * T emporar y noise may be visib le with vertical frequencies above 100Hz if OSD functions are activ ated. Note • This projector may not be ab le to displa y images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CR T/LCD) mode. Should this occur , turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output t[...]

-116 T roub leshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the w all outlet. • P ow er to the e xter nal connected de vices is off. • The selected input mode is wrong. • Cables incorrectly connected to side panel of the projector . • Remote control batteries hav e run out. • External output has not been set when connecting [...]

Appendix -117 Check Problem Page The power cannot be turned on or off using the PO WER button on the projector . The screen tur ns green when using the INPUT 1 component. The screen tur n pink when using the INPUT 1 RGB mode. The card installed in the INPUT 4 ter minal cannot be recognized. “ Not suppor ted ” is displa yed. Picture is dark Pict[...]

-118 For SHARP Assistance If you encounter an y prob lems during setup or operation of this pr ojector , fir st refer to the “T r oubleshooting” section on pages 76 and 77. If this operation manual does not ans wer your question, please contact the SHARP Service depar tments listed below . U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-[...]

Appendix -119 Specifications Digital Multimedia Projector PG-M25X NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/P AL/P AL-M/P AL-N/P AL 60/SECAM/ DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV720P/DTV1080 I Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device ™ (DMD ™ ) b y T exas Instruments P anel size: 0.7" (17.8 mm), 1 chip XGA DMD No . of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] × 768 [V]) 1 – 1.2 × zoom [...]

-120 Wireless LAN PC Car d Specification Product Name 11 Mbps Wireless LAN PC Card Model Number AN-WC11B Host Interface PCMCIA TYPE II Dimensions 4 1 ⁄ 2 " × 2 1 ⁄ 8 " × 1 ⁄ 4 " (115 × 54 × 7 mm) Weight 40 g F requency Band 2.412 – 2.462 GHz (Central frequency) Number of Channel Channels that can be used v ar y depending [...]

Appendix -121 Usable Car ds and Their Capacity 1. JPEG imag es that are DCF compliant * 1 and are stored in a memory card such as those from a digital camera, can be displayed in the pr ojector when using the Car d mode. F or details on the Card Mode, see page XX. 2. The memor y cards in the f ollowing tab le (commerciall y availab le) can be used.[...]

-122 Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View 11 13 / 16 (303) 1 1 / 2 (38.7) 27 1 / 16 (687) 1 3 / 8 (34.2) 3 1 / 4 (82.9) 3 (76) 10 5 / 16 (261.5) 4 1 / 8 (104) 3 1 / 8 (80) 5 / 16 (7.5) 12 1 / 16 (306.5) 8 5 / 8 (219) 5 1 / 16 (128) 4 9 / 16 (115.5) 8 3 / 4 (223) 7 11 / 16 (195) 2 3 / 8 (60) 1 1 / 2 (37.5) 2 3 / 16 (55.5) 3 [...]

Appendix -123 Glossary Adv anced intelligent compression High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu- tion images to fit the projector ’ s nativ e resolution. Anti-theft If the “ K eycode ” set in the projector is not correctly entered, the projector will not operate e ven if signals are entered. Aspect Ratio Width and height ratio of an[...]

-124 Smart Stretch Projects the image fully in a 16:9 screen b y en- larging only the surrounding areas while keeping the aspect ratio in the middle par t of the image at 4:3. 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 , t[...]

Appendix -125 Index 2D Progressive .................................................... 6 0 3D Progressive .................................................... 6 0 AC socket ............................................................. 26 Adjustment buttons .............................................. 1 4 Adjustment feet .........................[...]

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