Sharp XG - NV6XU manual

XG-NV6XU/H(E) 99/5/7/18:00 LCD PR OJECT OR OPERA TION MANU AL Important Information Setup & Connections Operation Useful Features Maintenance & T r oubleshooting Appendix MODEL XG - NV6XU[...]

E-1 Important Information IMPOR T ANT For your assistance in r epor ting the loss or theft of your Color LCD Pr ojector , please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the pr ojector and retain this information. Before recycling the packaging, please be sur e that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of[...]

E-2 Important Information Impor tant Safeguar ds Electrical energy can perfor m many useful functions. This product has been engineer ed and manufactured to ensur e your personal safety . But IMPROPER USE CAN RESUL T IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this LCD Pr ojector , obser ve [...]

E-3 Important Information Outstanding Features 1. AD V ANCED COMP A TIBILITY WITH HIGH-END W ORKST A TIONS AND PCS Compatible with up to 130 Hz vertical refresh rate, Sync on Gr een and Composite Sync signals for use with a wide variety of high-end PCs and W orkstations. (Page 11) 2. FOR USE WITH DTV Allows pr ojection of DTV images and 16:9 wide-s[...]

E-4 Important Information Important Information Contents Important Safeguards …………………………… 2 Outstanding Features …………………………… 3 Contents …………………………………………… 4 Usage Guidelines ………………………………… 5 How to Access the PDF Operation Man uals (for Windows and[...]

E-5 Important Information Usage Guidelines The laser pointer on the remote contr ol emits a laser beam from the laser pointer window . This is a Class II laser which may impair your sight if directed into the eyes. The three marks shown on the left ar e caution labels for the laser beam. • Do not look into the laser pointer window or shine the la[...]

E-6 Important Information How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals (for Windows and Macintosh) PDF operation manuals in all languages ar e 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 installed Acr obat Reader yet, you can download it from the Internet [...]

E-7 Important Information 12 14 11 13 11 11 21 46 49 50 11 11 11 14 22 13 13 Pr ojector Front and T op View Side and Rear View P ar t Names 47 47 17 23 25 29 36 35 23 5 46 21 17 16 17 19 17 33 34 19 23 19 25 S-VIDEO INPUT terminal: 4 pin mini DIN Kensington Security Standard connector Cooling fan (Intake vent) Remote control sensor INPUT 2 port (HD[...]

E-8 Important Information Front Vie w Remote Control P ar t Names 17 17 37 23 17 33 34 43 21 17 23 19 22 23 22 22 25 29 36 35 22 T op View Rear View Inserting the batteries 13 Press in and downwar d on the arro w to remo ve the battery cover . 2 I nsert two AA size batteries for the remote contr ol, making sure their polarities match the ~ and ! ma[...]

E-9 Setup & Connections Setup & Connections[...]

E-10 Setup & Connections Setting up the Pr ojector Power cord QACCU5013CEZZ Computer cable QCNW-5304CEZZ Three BNC-RCA adaptors QPLGJ0107GEZZ Mouse control cable for Mac QCNW-5114CEZZ Computer audio cable QCNW-4870CEZZ Mouse control cable for IBM PS/2 QCNW-5113CEZZ Remote control RRMCG1518CESA T wo AA size batteries Mouse control serial cable Q[...]

E-11 Setup & Connections 2. Connecting the Projector Power cord QACCU5013CEZZ Connecting the Pr ojector to a Computer Y ou can connect your projector to a computer for projection of full color computer images. Connecting the P ower Cor d Plug the supplied power cor d into the AC socket on the back of the projector . Computer audio cable QCNW-48[...]

E-12 Setup & Connections 2. Connecting the Pr ojector Continued • This projector uses a 5 BNC computer input to pr event a deterioration of image quality . • Connect the R (P R ), G/G sync (Y), B (P B ), HD (C sync) and VD cables to the correct input terminals on the projector and an RGB switcher (sold separately) connected to the computer [...]

E-13 Setup & Connections Connecting the Pr ojector to Video Equipment Y ou can connect your projector to a VCR, laser disc player , DVD player , DTV decoder and other audiovisual equipment. CAUTION • Always turn off the pr ojector while connecting to video equipment, in or der to protect both the pr ojector and the equipment being connected. [...]

E-14 Setup & Connections 2. Connecting the Pr ojector Continued Connecting an amplifier and other audio components CAUTION • Always turn off the projector while connecting to audio components, in order to pr otect both the projector and the components being connected. • By using external audio components, the volume can be amplified for bet[...]

E-15 Setup & Connections Connecting the Remote Mouse Receiver • Y ou can use the remote contr ol as a remote mouse. • When the RS-232C por t on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (cross type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the pr ojector and check the status of the projector . See pages 52 [...]

E-16 Operation Operation 1. T urning on/off the P ower Basic Operations Make the necessary connections before proceeding. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The POWER indicator lights up red and the projector enters standby mode. • If the bottom filter cover is not securely installed, the POWER indicator flashes. 1[...]

E-17 Operation Press P ower ON . • The flashing green LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows that the lamp is warming up. W ait until the indicator stops flashing before operating the projector . • If the power is turned off and then immediately turned on again, it may take a shor t while before the lamp turns on. • After the projector is unpacked [...]

E-18 Operation The formula for picture size and projection distance y 1 = (0.0525 x 1 0.0546) 2 3.28 y 2 = (0.0404 x 1 0.0397) 2 3.28 y 3 = 1 0.049 x • There is an err or of 5 3% in the formula above. • V alues with a minus ( 1 ) sign indicate the distance of the lens center below the bottom of the scr een. Width 261 9 174 9 131 9 116 9 92 9 87[...]

E-19 Operation 2. Settng up the Screen Continued Press foot releases. Adjust height of projector and remove hands fr om f oot releases. Rotate feet to make minor changes. Using the Adjustment Feet • The projector is adjustable up to appr oximately 5° from the standar d position. • When the height of the pr ojector is adjusted, the image may be[...]

E-20 Operation Reversed Image Setup Rear projection • Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience. • Use the projector’ s menu system to reverse the projected image. (See page 42 for use of this function.) Projection using a mirr or • Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens. • Use the pr ojector’ s m[...]

E-21 Operation 3. Operating the Wireless Mouse fr om the Remote Contr ol MOUSE ADJ. MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch (Remote control) MOUSE ADJ. Controlling the Pr ojector Using the Wireless Mouse 13 8 (4 m) 30˚ 30˚ 120˚ Remote mouse receiver Remote control Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse Remote Control/Mouse Receiver Positioning The remote [...]

E-22 Operation 2 Be sure the supplied r emote mouse receiver is connected to your computer . Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to MOUSE. Effective b uttons in MOUSE mode Use as a Wireless Mouse 3. Operating the Wireless Mouse from the Remote Contr ol Continued 1 MOUSE ADJ. Use as a Laser pointer Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to MOUSE. Press LAS[...]

E-23 Operation Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Men u Screens This projector has two sets of menu scr eens (INPUT/VIDEO) that allow you to adjust the image and various pr ojector settings. These menu scr eens can be operated from the projector or the r emote control with the following buttons. (GUI) On-screen Displa y 1 INPUT (COMPUTER/RGB)[...]

E-24 Operation Items on the INPUT1 or INPUT2 Mode Menu Bar Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens Items on the VIDEO Mode Menu Bar 1024 2 864 1152 2 864 1152 2 870 1152 2 882 Economy Mode Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Tint Auto Sync Fine Sync Audio ` 30 1 30 Color ` 30 1 30 Clock ` 150 1 150 ` 150 1 150 Treble Options Lamp Timer Language Engl[...]

E-25 Operation The IrCOM function can transfer still images from a computer or digital camera to the pr ojector via infrared (wir eless) communication. Sharp Adv anced Presentation Software • This function requir es the supplied Sharp Advanced Presentation Softwar e (SAPS). • Install the SAPS in the supplied CD-ROM on the computer . • See the[...]

E-26 Operation Selecting the On-screen Displa y Language 4 2 , 3 1 , 5 Projector (GUI) On-screen Displa y English is the preset language for the On-scr een Display . It can be changed to English, German, Spanish, Dutch, Fr ench, Italian, Swedish, Por tuguese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to [...]

E-27 Operation 2 , 3 1 , 4 Picture Adjustments Y ou can adjust the projector’ s picture to your prefer - ences with the following picture settings. Description of Adjustment Items Projector 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 [...]

E-28 Operation This projector’ s audio is factor y preset to standar d settings. However , you can adjust it to suit your own prefer ences by adjusting the following audio settings. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.) 1 Press MENU . Menu bar and “Picture” menu screen appear . GUI operation guide is[...]

E-29 Operation Computer Image Adjustments When displaying computer patterns which are very detailed (tiling, vertical stripes, etc.), inter ference may occur between the LCD pixels, causing flickering, vertical stripes, or contrast irregularities in portions of the screen. Should this occur , adjust “ Clock ”, “ Phase ”, “H-Pos” and “[...]

E-30 Operation A uto Sync Adjustment • Used to automatically adjust a computer image. • Auto Sync adjustment can be made manually by pressing A UT O SYNC , or automatically by setting “Auto Sync” to “ON” in the projector’ s GUI menu. When “A uto Sync” is set to “ON”: • The sync adjustment is automatically made each time the [...]

E-31 Operation Saving and Selecting Adjustment Settings This pr ojector allows you to store 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 the computer to the pr ojector . Saving the adjustment setting (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote[...]

E-32 Operation Computer Image Adjustments Special Mode Adjustment Ordinarily , the type of input signal is detected and the correct r esolution mode is automatically selected. However , for some signals, “Special Modes” on the “Fine Sync” menu screen may need to be changed to match the computer display mode. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT swit[...]

E-33 Useful Features Useful Features Freeze Function This function allows you to instantly freeze a moving image. This is useful when you want to display a still image from a computer or video, giving you mor e time to explain the image to the audience. Y ou can also use this function to display a still image from a computer while you make pr epara[...]

E-34 Useful Features Digital Image Ma gnification Projector 1 3 2 This function allows you to magnify a specific portion of an image. This is useful when you want to display a detailed portion of the image. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ.) 1 Press ENLARGE . Each time ENLARGE is pressed, the image will be magnif[...]

E-35 Useful Features Gamma Correction Projector 1 2 • Gamma is an image quality enhancement function that offers a richer image by brightening the darker portions of the image without altering the brightness of the brighter portions. • Four gamma settings are available to allow for dif ferences in the images played and in the brightness of the [...]

E-36 Useful Features ON VOL This function allows you to modify or customize the pictur e display mode to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose NORMAL, WIDE, DOT BY DOT , DOT BY DOT (WIDE), or FIT TO SCREEN image. • Each time RESIZE is pressed, the pictur e mode changes as shown below . Selecting the Picture Displa[...]

E-37 Useful Features Blac k Screen Function This function can be used to superimpose a black screen over the pr ojected image. Blac king out the Projected Ima g e Press BLA CK SCREEN . “BLACK SCREEN” is dis- played on the screen. T o r eturn to the original projected image, press BLA CK SCREEN again. • T o use the remote control to operate th[...]

E-38 Useful Features This function allows you to r educe the power consumption when the projector is of f. Econom y Modes • The projector is factory preset to Mode 2. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.) 1 Press MENU . 2 Press ß / © to select “Options”. 3 Press ∂ / ƒ to select “Economy Mode?[...]

E-39 Useful Features I/P Con ver sion This function allows you to select either an interlaced display or a pr ogressive display of a video signal. The progr essive display projects a smooth video image. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.) 1 Press MENU . 2 Press ß / © to select “Options”. 3 Press ?[...]

E-40 Useful Features This function allows you to select the input signal type. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.) 1 Press MENU . 2 Press ß / © to select “Options”. 3 Press ∂ / ƒ to select “Signal T ype”, and then press © . 4 Press ∂ / ƒ to select “Computer/RGB” or “Component”. 5[...]

E-41 Useful Features (GUI) On-screen Displa y Setting a Bac kgr ound Ima g e This function allows you to select the image displayed when no signal is being sent to the projector . Description of Backgr ound Images (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.) 1 Press MENU . 2 Press ß / © to select “Options”.[...]

E-42 Useful Features Rever se/In ver t Ima g e Function This projector is equipped with a r everse/invert image function which allows you to reverse or invert the pr o- jected image for various applications. Description of Pr ojected Images (GUI) On-screen Displa y Selected item Front Ceiling ` Front Rear Ceiling ` Rear Projected image Normal image[...]

E-43 Useful Features Using the Presentation T ools Red Green Blue Y ellow Orange White Black When selecting Sharp default image Menu Windo w 1 3 2 , 4 This projector is equipped with pr esentation tools. These will help you emphasize keypoints within your presentation. (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.)[...]

E-44 Useful Features Status Function This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings on the screen simultaneously . (Slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch on the remote contr ol to the ADJ. position.) 1 Press MENU . 2 Press ß / © to select “Status”. 3 Press ENTER to display all the adjusted settings. 4 T o exit from the GUI, pr ess[...]

E-45 Maintenance & T r oubleshooting Maintenance & T r oubleshooting[...]

E-46 Maintenance & T r oubleshooting Air Filter Maintenance • This projector is equipped with two air filters to ensur e the optimal operating condition of the projector . • The air filters should be cleaned ever y 100 hours of use. Clean the filters mor e often when the projector is used in a dusty or smoky location. • Have your nearest [...]

E-47 Maintenance & T r oubleshooting Problem • Blocked air intake. • Clogged air filter . • Cooling fan breakdown. • Internal circuit failure. • Burnt-out lamp. • Lamp circuit failur e. • The bottom filter cover is open. Lamp/Maintenance Indicator s Maintenance Indicator The internal temperature is abnormally high. TEMPERA TURE W [...]

E-48 Maintenance & T r oubleshooting Replacing the Pr ojection Lamp 46 Remove the lamp cage. 5 Replace the lamp cage (after changing the lamp). 1 3 T urn off the po wer . 2 Disconnect the power cord. Unplug the power cord fr om the AC socket. Slide the lamp cage co ver out. Slide the lamp cage cover in. Slide the lamp cage cover in the dir ecti[...]

E-49 Maintenance & T r oubleshooting Replacing the Projection Lamp 1 Connect the power cord. Reset the lamp timer . While pressing ƒ , © and ENTER on the projector , pr ess PO WER ON on the pr ojector . Plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector . Resetting the lamp timer Using the K ensington Loc k This projector has a Kensingto[...]

E-50 Appendix Appendix Optional wide and telephoto lenses from Sharp ar e also available for specialized application. Please see your local Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer for details on the AN-W6EZ and AN-T6EZ. (Refer to the lens operation manual when attaching the lens.) 100 ( Screen Project Distance Optional Lenses T ele-zoom lens AN-T6EZ U[...]

E-51 Appendix Connection Pin Assignments Analog Computer 1 and 2 Signal Input P orts: 15-pin mini D-sub female connector Computer Input Analog 1. Video input (red) 2. Video input (green/ sync on gr een ) 3. Video input (blue) 4. Reserve input 1 5. Composite sync 6. Ear th (red) 7. Ear th (green/sync on gr een) 8. Ear th (blue) 9. Not connected 10. [...]

E-52 Appendix PC contr ol A computer can be used to contr ol the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (cross type, sold separately) to the projector . (See page 14 for connection.) Comm unication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table on the next page. Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standar d. Bau[...]

E-53 Appendix RS-232C P ort Specifications CONTROL ITEM COMMAND C1 M M M M M V V V V V V V V V V I I I I I I I V M M A A A A A R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R A A A E E E E E A A A A A A A A A A M M M M M M M O U U A A A A A A A A A A A A A A B B B B B B B B B A A D S S S S S P B C T S R R B R R B B B B S S S L T T B T B R R P B R B R C T S R P[...]

E-54 Appendix Wired Remote Contr ol T erminal Specifications Specifications of wired remote contr ol input • 3.5ø minijack • External: ` 5 V (1 A) • Internal: GND Function and transmission codes POWER ON POWER OFF VOLUME 1 VOLUME ` MUTE MENU LENS TOOLS BLACK SCREEN ENTER UNDO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 C1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0[...]

E-55 Appendix The computer output signal timing of differ ent types of computer signals are shown below for r eference. For IBM and compatibles For Macintosh Series ab c d w x y z VIDEO SIGNAL HORIZONT AL SYNC SIGNAL VIDEO SIGNAL VERTICAL SYNC SIGNAL e a b c d w x y z VIDEO SIGNAL C-SYNC(H) C-SYNC(V) VIDEO SIGNAL V -SYNC e = 2 dot 640 640 720 640 6[...]

E-56 Appendix Input Signals (Recommended Timing) 640 832 1,024 1,152 1,152 1,152 1,152 640 640 1,280 1,920 dot 64 31 35 36 29 16 24 – – – – dot 64 65 96 128 128 96 96 – – – – dot 96 224 173 140 195 208 168 – – – – dot 640 832 1,024 1,152 1,152 1,152 1,024 – – – – dot 864 1,152 1,328 1,456 1,504 1,472 1,312 – – ?[...]

E-57 Appendix Specifications Pr oduct type Model Video system Display method LCD panel Lens Projection lamp Contrast ratio Video input signal S-video input signal Component input signal Horizontal resolution Audio output Computer RGB input signal Pixel clock V ertical frequency Horizontal frequency Computer control signal Speaker system Rated volta[...]

E-58 Appendix Dimensions Units: inches (mm) Rear View 11 3 / 32 (282) 14 1 / 64 (356) 2 3 / 16 (55.5) 5 5 / 64 (129) 2 3 / 8 (60.5) 2 5 / 64 (53) 49 / 64 (19.5) 43 / 64 (17) 2 51 / 64 (71) 10 9 / 32 (261) 1 9 / 64 (29) 7 53 / 64 (199) T op View Side View Front Vie w Bottom View[...]

E-59 Appendix Guide to Effective Presentations Electronic pr esentations are one of the most ef fective tools pr esenters can use to persuade an audience. There ar e several ways to enhance your presentation and maximize your ef fectiveness. The following are guidelines to help you create and deliver a dynamic presentation. a. T ypes of Presentatio[...]

E-60 Appendix Guide to Effective Presentations Red Blue Green Black Presentation from SHARP One of the most common mistakes in any type of presentation visual is the selection of type fonts that are too small, too thin, or hard to read. • Background colors can subconsciously af fect the audience: Red —increases viewers’ pulse and br eathing a[...]

E-61 Appendix c. Set-Up When giving a presentation, you need to set the stage both figuratively and literally for success. The way you set up a presentation r oom will have a gr eat impact on the audience’ s perception of you and your message. By manipulating the placement and use of the following tools, you will impr ove the impact of your prese[...]

E-62 Appendix d. Rehear sing & Delivery • The best time to rehearse is the day or evening befor e, not a couple of hours before, and the best place to rehearse is in the actual r oom. Rehearsing a speech in a small office is not the same as standing up in front of 100 people in a hotel ballr oom or classroom. • Due to var ying processor spe[...]

E-63 Appendix Aspect ratio Width 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. A uto sync Optimizes pr ojected computer images by automatically adjusting cer tain characteristics. Backgr ound Initial setting image projected when no[...]

E-64 Appendix Index A AC socket ......................................................................... 11 ADJUSTMENT buttons ..................................................... 23 Air filter ............................................................................. 46 Aspect ratio ............................................................[...]

E-65 Appendix SHARP CORPORA TION OSAKA, J AP AN Printed in Japan TINS - 6737CEZZ T2187 - A 9P06 - JWG[...]