Sharp XG-C55X manual

LCD PROJECT OR MODEL XG-C55X OPERA TION MANUAL Introduction Connections and Setup Basic Operation Easy to Use Functions Appendix[...]

IMPORT 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 [...]

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-r ewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 10A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or AST A appr oved BS 1362 fuse marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used. Always refit the fuse cov[...]

The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Swedish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese (T raditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese) and Korean. Carefully r ead through the operation instructions before operating the pr ojector . Die mitgelieferte CD-ROM enth ä lt Bedienungsanleitungen in Englisch, De[...]

Introduction -1 Before using the projector , please read this operation manual carefully . There ar e two important reasons for prompt warranty r egistration of your new SHARP Projector , using the REGISTRA TION CARD packed with the pr ojector . 1. W ARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately r eceive the full benefit of the parts, service and [...]

-2 W ARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the pr ojector enters the standby mode. During normal operation, when putting the projector into the standby mode always use the ST ANDBY button on the projector or on the r emote control. Ensur e the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting the power cor[...]

Introduction -3 Outstanding Features 1. Ultra High Brightness from a Compact Projector • 300W SHP Lamp Use 300W SHP lamp for excellent color uniformity and ultra high brightness. • Power Save mode function enables lower noise levels, reduced power consumption and longer lamp life. 2. Simple & Easy Operation • Color coded terminals, automa[...]

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

Introduction -5 Selecting the T ransmission Speed (RS-232C) ..................................................... 72 Setting up a Password ...................................... 73 Entering the Password ............................................. 73 Changing the Password ......................................... 74 If Y ou Forget Y our Password .[...]

-6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be r ead before the pr oduct is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for futur e reference. 3. Heed W arnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All ope[...]

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 SAFEGUARDS Be sur e to read the following safeguar ds when setting up your pr ojector . 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 8[...]

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

-10 Projector (Front and Top View) Part Names 34 34 83 83 39 42 35 38 50 42 35 42 25 25 ON button For turning the power on. 37 STANDBY button For putting the projector into the standby mode. Power indicator Illuminates red, when the projector is in standby. When the power is turned on, this indicator will illuminate green. Lamp indicator Illuminate[...]

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 25 17 17 Kensington Securit[...]

-12 Remote Control (Front View) Part Names 38 KEYST ONE button For adjusting K e ystone or Digital Shift setting. 23 WIRED R/C JACK For controlling the projector b y connecting the remote control to the projector . 34 ON button For turning the power on. 42 MENU button For displa ying adjustment and setting screens. 42 Adjustment buttons ( ' , [...]

Introduction -13 23' (7 m) 30 ° 30 ° 45 ° Using the Remote Control ■ The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration. Note • The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy operation. However , the ef fective distance of the signal may differ due to the screen[...]

-14 Accessories Remote control RRMCGA176WJSA T wo R-6 batteries ( “ AA ” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) Power cord For U.S., Canada, etc. (1 1'10" (3.6 m)) QACCDA010WJPZ For Europe, except U.K. (6' (1.8 m)) QACCV A01 1WJPZ For U.K., Hong Kong and Singapore (6' (1.8 m)) QACCBA012WJPZ For Australia, New Zealand and Oceania ([...]

Connections and Setup Connections and Setup[...]

-16 Connecting the Projector to Other Devices Before Connecting Note • Before connecting, be sure to unplug the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turn of f 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[...]

Connections and Setup -17 Connecting the Power Cord Plug in the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the rear of the pro- jector . Power code Supplied accessory Connecting the Projector to a Computer Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable 1 Connect the projector to the computer using the supplied RGB cable. • Secure the connectors by t[...]

-18 Connecting the thumbscrew cables ■ Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that it fits correctly into the terminal. Then, firmly secure the connectors by tightening the screws on both sides of the plug. ■ Do not remove the ferrite core attached to the RGB cable. Ferrite core Connecting the Projector to Other Devices “Plug and Play” fu[...]

Connections and Setup -19 Connecting to Video Equipment 1 S-video cable (commercially available) 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 AUDIO (L/R) input terminals.[...]

Optional cable 3RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable AN-C3CP (9'10" (3.0 m)) T o analog component output terminal T o audio output terminal 2 ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable (commercially available) 1 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (sold separately) DVD player or DTV* decoder Connecting to Component Video Equipment Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-s[...]

Connections and Setup -21 Connecting to an Amplifier Connecting to an Amplifier or Other Audio Components Using a ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA au- dio cable, an amplifier or other audio compo- nents can be connected to the AUDIO OUT - PUT terminal. Connect the projector to the amplifier using a ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable (comm[...]

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 (cross type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the projec- tor and check the status of the pr[...]

Connections and Setup -23 Optional cable Computer RGB cable AN-C10BM (32'10" (10.0 m)) 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 two sets of an RGB cable. An RGB cable is sup- plied with this projector . Y ou need to buy a[...]

-24 Using the Wireless Presentation Function of the Remote C ontrol By connecting the remote receiver to a computer , wireless presentation control is possible. BACK and FORW ARD buttons on the remote control will emulate the [Page Up] and [Page Down] keys on your computer keyboard. This will allow you to remotely navigate applicable presentation p[...]

Connections and Setup -25 Up Down Setup Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet at the front and back of the projector when the surface the projec- tor is placed on is uneven or when the screen is slanted. The projection of the image can be made higher by adjusting the projector when it is in [...]

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 by rotat- ing the focus ring. 2 Zooming is adjusted by mov- ing the zoom knob. -26 Setup[...]

Connections and Setup -27 90 ° 90 ° Example of Standard Setup Setting up the Screen Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image. Note • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not perpendicular to [...]

-28 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. [ χ ] Width Height Maximum [L1] Minimum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H] 300" (762 cm) 261" (663 cm) 147" (373 cm) 50'[...]

Connections and Setup -29 Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center Diag. [ χ ] Width Height Maximum [L1] Minimum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H] 300 " (762 cm) 261 " (663 cm) 147" (373 cm) 250 " (635 cm) 218 " (554 cm) 123" (312 cm) 225" (572 cm) 196 " (498 cm) 110"[...]

-30 AN-C27MZ (Optional accessory) Throw ratio 1:2.7 to 4.3 Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image [H] Diag. [ χ ] Width H eight Maxim um [L1] Minimum [L2] 300 " (762 cm) 261 " (663 cm) 147" (373 cm) 250 " (635 cm) 218 " (554 cm) 123" (312 cm) 225" (5[...]

Connections and Setup -31 Note • There is an error of ± 3% in the formula abov e. • V alues with a min us (–) 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. [ χ ] Width Height Maximum [L1] Minimum [L2] to the [...]

-32 When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Pr ojection from behind the screen ■ Place a translucent screen betw een the projector and the au- dience. ■ Rev erse the image b y setting “ Rear ” in “ PRJ Mode ” . See page 71 f or use of this function. Projection using a mirr or ■ Place [...]

Basic Operation Basic Operation[...]

Image Projection ▼ Keycode input box -34 Lamp indicator Power indicator INPUT button ' , " , , | buttons MENU button ENTER button ON button ' , " , , | buttons MENU button ENTER button Basic Pr ocedure Connect the required external equipment to the pro- jector before operating the following procedures. Info • The languag[...]

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 displayed. When a signal that the projector is not pre- set to receive is received, “ NOT REG. ” will be displayed. ?[...]

Image Projection 5 Press to temporarily turn off the sound. Note • Pressing again will turn the sound back on. Selecting the On-screen Display Language The on-screen display language of the projec- tor can be set to English, German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. 1 Press . • The menu will be d[...]

Basic Operation -37 Turning the Power off 1 Press STANDBY on the projector or on the remote control, then press that button again while the confirmation message is displayed, to put the projec- tor into the standby mode. Note • If you accidentally pressed STANDBY or and do not want to put the projector into the standby mode, wait until the confir[...]

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 . • To access Digital Shift function, press twice. The Digital Shift menu will appear when a compatible 16:9 signal is displayed. Digital Shift Setting For easier viewing, this function shifts the entire image projected [...]

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

Basic Operation -41 ■ INPUT 3 / 4 Mode English Deutsch Espa ñ ol Nederlands Fran ç ais Italiano Svenska Portugu ê s 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 Prog[...]

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 from the projector or remote control using the following proce- dure. Using the Menu Screen Menu screen for INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 RGB mode Menu screen for INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 Mode Menu Bar (Main Menu) " " &[...]

Basic Operation -43 2 Press or | | | | | to select the menu you want to adjust. Note • For details on the menus, see the tree charts 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 selec[...]

▼ 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 shown on the lower right is displayed when INPUT 1 or 2 mode is selected. 2 Press or | | | | | to select the menu you want to adjust. Note • F[...]

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

Adjusting the Picture Y ou can adjust the projector ’s picture to your preferences with the following picture settings. Selected Item Description button | button Contrast Bright Color Ti n t 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 adjus[...]

Basic Operation -47 Progressive Mode This function allows you to select the progres- sive display of a video signal. The progres- sive display projects 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 is[...]

Adjusting Computer Images Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering in portions of the screen. Computer Image Adjustment When “ Auto Sync ” is set to OFF or when ver- tical stripes or flickering occur in portions of the screen even if “ Auto Sync ” is set to “ Nor- mal ” or “ High Spee[...]

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 has not been set, a resolu- tion and frequency setting will not be dis- pla[...]

Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automatically adjust a computer image. 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 [...]

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, squeeze 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 I[...]

54 Freezing a Moving Image 1 Press . • The projected image is frozen. 2 Press again to return to the moving image from the cur- rently connected device. Displaying a Still Image 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 more time to expla[...]

Easy to Use Functions -55 Enlarging a Specific Portion 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 SXGA [...]

56 Selected Mode ST ANDARD PRESENT A TION CINEMA CUSTOM Description For Standard picture Brightens darker portions of image for more enhanced presentations. Gives greater depth to darker portions of image for a more exciting theater experience. Allows you to adjust gamma value using Sharp Advanced Presentation Software. Gamma Correction Function Ga[...]

Easy to Use Functions -57 Displaying Dual Pictures ( Pict in Pict ) Picture in Picture function allows you to display 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 th[...]

58 Black Screen Function -58 BLACK SCREEN button " Projected Image This function can be used to display a black screen. Blacking out the Pro- jected Image 1 Press . • The screen turns black and “ BLACK SCREEN ” is displayed on the screen. 2 T o return to the original projected image, press again.[...]

Easy to Use Functions -59 Displaying the Break T imer " 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- l[...]

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, s[...]

-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 scree[...]

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 4[...]

-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 “ Auto Search ” in the “ Options (1) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages [...]

Easy to Use Functions -65 V ideo 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 ima[...]

-66 Setting the V ideo System Setting the Video System Select “ V ideo 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 “ Auto ” , images are displayed in P AL even if P AL-N or P AL-M input sign[...]

Easy to Use Functions -67 Saving Projected Images • This projector allows you to capture projected images (RGB signals) and set them as a startup image, or background 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)” m[...]

68 Setting a Background Image This function allows you to select the image displayed 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 you to reduce the power consumption of the projector . Setting the Power Save Mode Select “ Power 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[...]

-70 -70 Remaining La mp Life (Percentage) Displaying the Remaining Lamp Life (Percentage) Checking the Remaining Lamp Life (Percentage) This function allows you to check the remain- ing lamp life (percentage). Select the “ Options (2) ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Note • It is recommended t[...]

Easy to Use Functions -71 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you 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, see [...]

-72 Canceling the Keylock Setting When the Keylock Level is set to “ Normal ” , all buttons are functional. Select “ Keylock Level ” 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,[...]

Easy to Use Functions -73 Setting up a Password Entering the Passwor d Select “ Password ” 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 Enter [...]

-74 Changing the Passwor d Select “ Password ” 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 password in “ Old Password ” and press . 2 Press ' ' ' ' &ap[...]

Easy to Use Functions -75 Setting the Anti-Theft The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use of the projector . Y ou can choose to use this function or not. If you 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 keycode each time the projector is [...]

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

Easy to Use Functions -77 Initializing the Settings This function allows you to initialize the settings you have made in the projector . Returning 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. Displaying 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 available blower or lens cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses) for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid type cleaning agents, as they may wear off the 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 lens. Cl[...]

Appendix -81 Replacing the Air Filter Air filter M4 M4 M4 M4 ST ANDBY button ST ANDBY button Air filter (not removable) • This projector is equipped with air fil- ters to ensure the optimal operating condition of the projector . • The air filters should be cleaned ev- ery 100 hours of use. Clean the filters more often when the projector is used[...]

5 Clean the air filter . • Clean the dust off the air filter and cover with a vacuum cleaner extension hose. 6 Replace the air filter . • Place the air filter underneath the tabs on the filter cover . 7 Replace the filter cover . • Slide the filter cover in the direction of the arrow to close it. Note • Be sure the filter cover is securely [...]

Appendix -83 Maintenance Indicators ■ The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector . ■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate red, and the projector will enter the standby mode. After the projector has entered the standby mode, follow the procedures given[...]

-84 Maintenance Indicators Info • If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters the standby mode, follow the pos- sible solutions on the previous page and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plugging in the power cord and turning the power back on. (At least 5 minutes.) • If the power is [...]

Appendix -85 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life be- comes 5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality . The lamp life (percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display . See page 70 . ■ For lamp replacement, please consult your ne[...]

Lamp unit BQC-XGC55X//1 User service screw Removing and Install- ing the Lamp Unit Info • Be sure to remove the lamp unit by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector . • T o avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below . • Do not loosen o[...]

Appendix -87 Securing screw AC socket INPUT button ENTER button User service screw UNDO button ON button 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 compartment. Fa[...]

-88 5 10 15 1 6 11 8 9 6 5 21 4 3 7 15 69 RS-232C T erminal: 9-pin Mini DIN female connector Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference 1 Output Not connected 2 RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit 3 SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit 4 Input Not connected 5 SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit 6 Input Not connected 7[...]

Appendix -89 (RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings PC control A computer can be used to control the pr ojector by connecting an RS-232C serial contr ol cable (cr oss type, sold separately) to the pr ojector . (See page 22 f or connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table. Sign[...]

-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 Wired Remote Control T erminal Specifications Specifications of wir ed remote contr ol input • ø 3.5 mm minijack • External: +5 V (1 A) • Internal: GND Function and transmission codes Sharp r emote control signal format T ransmission format: 15-bit format W ave form of output signal: Output using Pulse Position Modulation • t = 264 µs[...]

Appendix -93 Computer Compatibility Chart Note • This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur , turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in “ CRT only ” mode. Details on how to change display modes can be found in your notebook c[...]

-94 T roubleshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • Power to the external 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 notebook [...]

Appendix -95 Check Problem Page Pict in Pict does not work. The projector cannot be turned on or put into the standby mode using the ON or ST ANDBY button 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 proje[...]

-96 For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems 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 answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below . U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467[...]

Appendix -97 Specifications LCD Projector XG-C55X 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 15 / 16 (99) 8 7 / 16 (213.3) 11 9 / 16 (294) 3 / 16 (5.2) 1 / 8 (4) 9 / [...]

Appendix -99 Glossary Advanced 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 im[...]

-100 2D Progressive .................................................... 4 7 3D Progressive .................................................... 4 7 AC socket ............................................................. 17 Adjusting Computer Images ................................ 4 8 Adjusting the Lens ............................................[...]

Appendix -101 Save Setting ........................................................ 48 Select Setting ....................................................... 49 Selecting the on-screen display language .......... 36 Signal Info ............................................................ 49 Signal T ype .............................................[...]

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