Sharp XG-C50X manual

LCD PR OJECT OR MODEL XG-C50X OPERA TION MANU AL Introduction Connections and Setup Basic Operation Easy to Use Functions Appendix[...]

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

Introduction -1 Before using the pr ojector , please read this operation manual carefull y . There ar e two important reasons for prompt warranty r egistration of your new SHARP Projector , using the REGISTRA TION CARD packed with the projector . 1. W ARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately r eceive the full benefit of the par ts, 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 power ( OFF ) button on the pr ojector or on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped befor e disconnecting the power cord. DURING NORMAL OPERA TIO[...]

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

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

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

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

Introduction -7 18. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product fr om the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power -supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water . d. [...]

-8 IMPORT ANT SAFEGU ARDS Be sur e to read the following safeguar ds when setting up your projector . Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center for a replacement. See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 85 [...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

Connections and Setup Connections and Setup[...]

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

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

-18 Connecting the Projector to a Computer Connecting the thumbscrew cables ■ Connect the thumbscrew cab le making sure that it fits correctly into the terminal. Then, fir mly secure the connectors by tightening the scre ws on both sides of the plug. ■ Do not remov e the ferrite core attached to the RGB cable . Ferrite core Connecting to a Comp[...]

Connections and Setup -19 “Plug and Play” function (when connecting to a 15-pin terminal) ■ This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B . The projector and a VESA DDC compatib le computer will communicate their setting requirements, allo wing for quic k and easy setup. ■ Bef ore using the “Plug and Pla y” function, be s[...]

Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting the Pr ojector to Other Devices -20 1 S-video cable (commercially a vailable) Connecting to Video Equipment Using an S-video, a Composite Video or an Audio Cable Using an S-video, video, or audio cable, a VCR, laser disc player or other audio-visual equip- ment can be connected to INPUT 3, INPUT 4 and A UDIO[...]

Connections and Setup -21 Optional cable 3RCA to 15-pin D-sub cab le T ype: AN-C3CP (9'10" (3.0 m)) T o analog component output terminal T o audio output ter minal 2 ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially av ailable) 1 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (sold separately) D VD player or DTV* decoder Connecting to Component Vide[...]

Connecting to an Amplifier Connecting to an Amplifier or Other Audio Components Using a ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA au- dio cable, an amplifier or other audio compo- nents can be connected to the A UDIO OUT - PUT terminal. Connect the projector to the amplifier using a ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable (commer cially av ailable). Info[...]

Connections and Setup -23 Connecting to a Computer Using a DIN- D-sub RS-232C Adaptor and an RS-232C Serial Control Cable When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor and an RS-232C serial con- trol cable (cr oss type, sold separatel y), the computer can be used to control the pr ojec- tor a[...]

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

Connections and Setup -25 FOR W ARD b utton Using the Wireless Presentation Function of the R emote Control The Wireless Presentation function on the pr ojector works the same as the [P age Up] and [P age Down] keys on a computer ke yboard. It can also be used to move f orward or backwar d when viewing ima ges of presentation software such as P owe[...]

Connecting the Projector to Other De vices Using as a Wired Remote Control Connecting the Remote Control to the Projector When the remote control cannot be used due to the range or positioning of the projector (rear projection, etc.), connect a ø3.5 mm minijack cab le (commercially a vailable or av ailable as Sharp service par t QCNW - 4870CEZZ) f[...]

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

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

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

-30 H Screen L Projection distance Lens center Base line Horizontal line passing through the lens center STRETCH Mode (16:9) Picture (Screen) size Projection distance (L) Distance from the lens center Diag. (X) Width Height Maximum (L1) Minimum (L2) to the bottom of the image (H) 300" (762 cm) 240" (609.6 cm) 180" (457.2 cm) 50'[...]

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

-32 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 au- dience. ■ Rev erse the image by setting “Rear” in “PRJ Mode”. See page 71 f or use of this function. Projection using a mirr or ■ Place a mirro[...]

Basic Operation Basic Operation[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Basic Operation -41 ■ INPUT 3 / 4 Mode English Deutsch Español Nederlands Français Italiano Svenska Português Page 78 +30 –30 +30 –30 +30 –30 +30 –30 +30 –30 +30 –30 +30 –30 +3 –3 Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu Picture Page 46 Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Red Blue CLR Temp Reset Progressive Mode 2D Progressive 3D Pro[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 “ Au to Sync ” is “OFF”, interference such as flickering or vertical stripes may occur if displaying tilings or vertical stripes. Should this occur , adjust “Clock”, [...]

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

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

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

-52 Selecting the Picture Display Mode Switching the Picture Display Using Different Input Signals Press . • Each time is pressed, the display changes as shown on page 52 and 53 . Info • In the Dot by Dot Mode, images are dis- played in the original resolution, therefore they will not be enlarged. • T o return to the standard image, press whi[...]

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

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

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

56 Selected Mode ST ANDARD PRESENT A TION CINEMA CUST OM Description F or Standard picture Brightens dar ker portions of image for more enhanced presentations . Giv es greater depth to darker por tions of image for a more e xciting theater experience. Allows y ou to adjust gamma value using Sharp Advanced Presentation Softw are. Gamma Correction Fu[...]

Easy to Use Functions -57 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 from INPUT 3 or 4 as an inset picture overlapping the main picture from INPUT 1 or 2. Displaying the Inset Picture 1 Press . 2 Press or on the remote control or on[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

-64 Auto Search Function This function automatically searches for and switches to the input mode in which signals are being received, when the projector is turned on, or when the INPUT button is pressed. -64 Using Auto Search Select “A uto Searc h” in the “Options (1)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42[...]

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

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

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

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

Easy to Use Functions -69 Selecting the Economy Mode These functions allow y ou to reduce the power consumption of the pr ojector . Setting the Power Save Mode Select “Po wer Save” in “Economy Mode” under the “Options (1)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • Although lamp life and no[...]

-70 -70 Re ma in in g Lamp L ife (Percentage) Displa ying the Remaining Lamp Life (P ercenta g e) Checking the Remaining Lamp Life (Percentage) This function allows y ou to check the remain- ing lamp life (per centag e). Select the “Options (2)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • It is reco[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Appendix Appendix[...]

-80 Cleaning the lens ■ Use a commercially av ailable b lower 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 hit the le[...]

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

4 Clean the air filter . • Clean the dust off the air filter and cov er with a vacuum cleaner e xtension hose. 5 Replace the air filter . • Place the air filter underneath the tabs on the filter cov er . 6 Replace the filter cover . • Slide the filter cov er in the direction of the arrow to close it. Note • Be sure the filter cov er is secu[...]

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

-84 Maintenance Indicators Info • If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the po wer turns off, f ollow the abov e possible solutions and then wait until the projector has cooled do wn completely before plugging in the pow er cord and tur ning the power bac k on. (At least 5 minutes.) • If the power is turned off and then turned o[...]

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

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

Appendix -87 Securing screw A C socket INPUT button ENTER b utton User service screw UNDO buttom P ower (ON) b utton 5 Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow . 6 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit com[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-96 For SHARP Assistance If you encounter an y prob lems during setup or operation of this projector , first refer to the “T roubleshooting” section on pages 94 and 95 . 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 (1-888[...]

Appendix -97 Specifications LCD Projector XG-C50X NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/P AL/P AL-M/P AL-N/P AL 60/SECAM/ DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV540P/DTV580 I /DTV580P/DTV720P/DTV1035 I /DTV1080 I LCD panel × 3, RGB optical shutter method Panel size: 0.99" (25.1 mm) (15 [H] × 20 [W] mm) No. of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] × 768 [V]) 1–1.27 × zoom lens, F1.[...]

-98 Dimensions Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View 3 15 / 16 (100.5) 9 1 / 2 (241.5) 15 3 / 8 (390) 5 (126.5) 1 / 16 (1.5) 1 / 16 (1.5) 3 1 / 8 (80) ø 67.5 4 3 / 8 (111.75) 2 15 / 16 (75) M4 M4 M4 M4 2 11 / 16 (67.5) 4 15 / 16 (124.5) 5 / 16 (7.5) 3 7 / 8 (98.8) 8 7 / 16 (213.8) 11 9 / 16 (294) 3 / 16 (5.2) 1 / 8 (4) 9 / [...]

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

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

Appendix -101 Save Setting ......................................................... 4 8 Select Setting ....................................................... 49 Selecting the on-screen display language .......... 36 Signal Info ............................................................ 49 Signal T ype ...........................................[...]

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