Sharp XV-Z12000 manual

SHARP CORPORA TION Printed in Japan Imprimé au Japon Impreso en Japón Impresso no Japão TINS-A970WJZZ XV -Z12000 OPERA TION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE OPERACION MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO XV - Z12000 PROJECT OR PROJECTEUR PROYECT OR PROJETOR ENGLISH ............. -1 – -96 FRANÇAIS ........... -1 – -95 ESP AÑOL ............ -1 – -94 PORTU[...]

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 projector . 1. W ARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately r eceive the full benefit of the par ts, service and [...]

-2 W ARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to r un for about 90 seconds after the projector 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 befor e disconnecting the power co[...]

Introduction -3 Contents Introduction Contents ............................................................... 3 IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS ............................... 5 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals of SharpVision Manager .................................... 8 Quick Guide ......................................................... 9 Part Na[...]

-4 Easy to Use Functions Selecting the Picture Display Mode ................ 62 Switchable High Brightness/High Contrast Mode ............................................. 65 Digital Shift Function ........................................ 66 Subtitle Setting .................................................. 66 LED Off Function ....................[...]

Introduction -5 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 Instruc[...]

-6 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. If the pr odu[...]

Introduction -7 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 Authorized SharpVision Service Center or Dealer for replacement. See “ Replacing the Lamp ” on page s 80-82 . Caution[...]

-8 PDF operation manuals in several languages for the “SharpVision Manager” theater projec- tor software provided are included in the CD-ROM. T o utilize these manuals, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not installed Acro- bat Reader yet, you can install it from the CD-ROM. T o install Acroba[...]

Introduction -9 In this page, connection of the projector and the video equipment is explained as an example for the procedure from setup to projection. Refer to each page for details. Quick Guide Required equipments Composite video cable (commercially available) Projector Remote control • Insert the batteries. (Page 13 ) Power cord 1. Place the [...]

-10 43 43 43 29 28 28 42 62 35 34 78 78 27 Adjustment buttons ( " , ' , , | ) For selecting men u items. ENTER button For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu. UNDO button For undoing an oper ation or returning to the default settings. Lens shift dial Zoom knob Focus ring MENU button For displa ying adjustment and setting scre[...]

Introduction -11 3 2 1 1 PUSH! 3 16 Remote control sensor 13 18 Kensington Security Standard connector INPUT 2 terminals T erminals for component and RGB signals . 19 INPUT 5 terminal T erminal for D VI digital, computer RGB and component signals. 18 INPUT 1 terminals T erminals for component and RGB signals . 17 INPUT 3 terminal T erminal for conn[...]

-12 Remote Control (Front View) Part Names 38 KEYST ONE button For adjusting K eystone Correction or V er tical Size setting. 26 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. 43 Adjustment buttons[...]

Introduction -13 45 ˚ 30 ˚ 30 ˚ 45 ˚ 30 ˚ 23'(7 m) 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 effective distance of the signal may differ due to [...]

-14 Accessories Remote control RRMCGA216WJSA T wo “ AA ” size batteries Power cord CACCDA024DE01 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (9'10'' (3.0 m)) AN-C3CP DVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor (7.9'' (20 cm)) AN-A1DV DVI cable (9'10'' (3.0 m)) AN-C3DV Note • Some of the cables may not be available depending on the reg[...]

Connections and Setup Connections and Setup XV_Z12000_E_US_p15_26.p65 03.9.26, 6:36 PM 15[...]

-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 off 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 to Video Equipment S-video cable (commercially available) *Use when connecting to video equipment with S-video output terminal. Connecting to Video Equipment Using an S-video or a Composite Video Cable (INPUT 3 or 4) Using an S-video or a composite video cable, a VCR, DVD player or other video equipment can be c[...]

Component cable (commercially available) DVD player or DTV* decoder Connecting to Component Video Equipment Using a Component Cable (INPUT 1 or 2) Use a component cable when connecting the component video equipment such as DVD play- ers and DTV* decoders to INPUT 1 or 2 termi- nals. * DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital televi[...]

Connections and Setup -19 T o analog RGB output terminal 5 RCA RGB cable (Commercially available) DVD player or DTV* decoder Connecting to RGB Video Equipment Using a 5 RCA RGB Cable (INPUT 1 or 2) Use a 5 RCA RGB cable when connecting the RGB video equipment such as DVD players and DTV* decoders to INPUT 1 or 2 terminals. * DTV is the umbrella ter[...]

-20 Connecting to Compo- nent Video Equipment Using a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub Cable and the DVI to 15-pin D-sub Adaptor (INPUT 5) Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable and the DVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor when connecting component video equipment such as DVD players and DTV* decoders to the INPUT 5 ter- minal. * DTV is the umbrella term used to describe t[...]

Connections and Setup -21 Connecting to Video Equipment with the HDMI Output Terminal Using a DVI to HDMI Cable (INPUT 5) Use a DVI to HDMI cable when connecting HDMI video equipment such as DVD players to INPUT 5 terminal. 1 Connect a DVI to HDMI cable to the projector . • Secure the connectors by tightening the thumbscrews. 2 Connect the above [...]

-22 Connecting the Projector to a Computer Optional accessory DVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor T ype: AN-A1DV (7.9" (20 cm)) Connecting to a Computer Using the DVI to 15-pin D-sub Adaptor and the RGB Cable (INPUT 5) 1 Connect a DVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor to the projector . 2 Connect the above adaptor to an RGB cable. 3 Connect the above cable to t[...]

Connections and Setup -23 Optional accessory DVI cable T ype: AN-C3DV (9'10'' (3.0 m)) Desktop computer T o DVI Digital output terminal DVI cable (sold separately) Connecting to a Com- puter Using a DVI Cable (INPUT 5) 1 Connect a DVI cable to the pro- jector . 2 Connect the above cable to the computer . • Secure the connectors by [...]

-24 Connecting the thumbscrew cables ■ Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that it fits cor- rectly into the terminal. Then, firmly secure the connec- tors by tightening the screws on both sides of the plug. ■ Do not remove the ferrite core attached to the RGB cable. Ferrite core “ Plug and Play ” function ■ This projector is compati[...]

Connections and Setup -25 Controlling the Projector Using an RS-232C Cable When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, commercially available), the computer can be used to con- trol the projector and check the status of the projector . See page 84 for details. 1 Connect an RS-[...]

Connecting the Projector to Other Devices 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 ø 3.5 mm minijack cable (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA038WJPZ) from th[...]

Connections and Setup -27 Setup Foot releases Adjustment feet Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet when the projector is placed on an uneven surface or when the screen is slanted. The position of the projected image can be made higher by adjusting the projector when it is in a location lowe[...]

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. Setup Zoom Knob Focus ring -28 Zoom out Zoom in XV_Z12000_E_US_p27_32.p65 03.9.24, 1:58 PM 28[...]

Connections and Setup -29 Lens shift dial Down Up Using the Lens Shift The height of the projected image can be ad- justed within the shift range of the lens by rotating the lens shift dial on the top of the projector . Note • Do not turn the lens shift dial beyond the upper limit and lower limit positions. This may cause the projector to malfunc[...]

-30 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 the screen, the image [...]

Connections and Setup -31 Screen Size and Projection Distance When using a wide screen (16:9) In case of displaying the 16:9 picture on the whole of the 16:9 screen. y 1 (Max.) = (0.05058 x – 0.0447) × 3.28 y 2 (Min.) = (0.03734 x – 0.0447) × 3.28 z 1 (Upper) = 0 z 2 (Lower) = – 0.45 x Diag. ( x ) 300" 250" 200" 150" 133[...]

-32 Projection from behind the screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector and the au- dience. ■ Reverse the image by setting “ Rear ” for “ PRJ Mode ” in the “ Options ” menu. See page 73 for use of this function. Projection using a mirror ■ Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens. When using the defa[...]

Basic Operation Basic Operation XV_Z12000_E_US_p33_41.p65 03.9.24, 1:59 PM 33[...]

Image Projection Basic Procedur e Connect the required external equipment to the projector before operating the following procedures. Info • The language pr eset at the factory is English. If you want to change the on-scr een display to another language, r eset the language ac- cording to the pr ocedure on page 36 . 1 Plug the power cord into the[...]

Basic Operation -35 3 Press , , , or on the remote control or on the projector to select the IN- PUT 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. ?[...]

Image Projection Selecting the On-screen Display Language • The on-screen display language of the projector can be set to English, German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean or Japa- nese. 1 Press . • The menu will be displayed. 2 Press or | to select “ Lan- guage ” . 3 Press ' or " to select t[...]

Basic Operation -37 MENU button " , ' , , | buttons ST ANDBY button ENTER button Turning the Power off 1 Press on the remote control or on the projector , then press or again while the confirmation message is dis- played, to put the projector into the standby mode. Note • If you accidentally pressed and do not want to put the projecto[...]

* Keystone Correction and V ertical Size Adjustment Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion and Adjust- ing the Vertical Size of the Picture This function allows for Keystone (On-screen T rapezoidal Distortion) Correction and the adjustment of the vertical size of the picture. Note • When the image is projected either from top or from bottom toward the[...]

Basic Operation -39 Vertical Size Adjustment The image aspect ratio may change when the lens shift function is used in combination with the Keystone Correction function. In this case, adjust the aspect ratio using the vertical size adjustment. Pressing ' increases the vertical length of the image. Press to reset the image. Pressing " decr[...]

-40 Menu Bar Items This list shows the items that can be set in the projector . ■ INPUT 1 / 2 / 5 Mode * In INPUT 5, the items in “ Signal T ype ” are “ D. PC RGB ” , “ D. PC Comp. ” , “ D. Video RGB ” , “ D. Video Comp. ” “ A. RGB ” and “ A. Comp. ” . Note • The resolution, vertical frequency and horizontal frequenc[...]

Basic Operation -41 ■ INPUT 3 / 4 Mode English Deutsch Espa ñ ol Nederlands Fran ç ais Italiano Svenska Portugu ê s Page 74 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 11000 5000 Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu Picture Page 46 Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp CLR Temp Specials PRJ Mode Front Ceiling + Front Rear Ceiling + Rear[...]

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, INPUT 2 or INPUT 5 Mode Menu screen for INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 Mode Menu Bar (Main Menu) " &qu[...]

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 displays shown on the lower right are displayed when INPUT 1, 2 or 5 mode is selected. 2 Press or | | | | | to select the menu you 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 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. -46 Selecting the Picture Position This function allows you to select the picture position in accordance with brightness of the room or content of the software to be played. There are three preset positions and three po- sition[...]

Basic Operation -47 Adjusting Image Prefer- ences Adjust the “ Picture ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. Note • Picture adjustment settings differ depend- ing on the type of input signal. • Some items may not be adjustable de- pending on the combination of the INPUT mode and “ Signal T ype ?[...]

-48 Selecting the C.M.S. Position This function allows you to select the desired color reproduction mode. Select “ C.M.S. Position ” in the “ Picture ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. Note • Color can be adjusted in greater detail with “ C.M.S. ” on the menu screen. See page 54 for detai[...]

Basic Operation -49 IP 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 “ IP Mode ” in the “ Specials ” menu on the “ Picture ” menu screen. • “ IP Mode ” is switched by pressing . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 t[...]

-50 -50 Adjusting the Picture Emphasizing the Contrast This function emphasizes the bright portions of images to obtain a higher contrast image. Select “ White Emph ” in the “ Specials ” menu on the “ Picture ” menu screen. • “ White Emph ” is switched “ ON ” and “ OFF ” by pressing . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see[...]

Basic Operation -51 Emphasizing Outlines in the Image (DFC) This function allows you to select features for outlines in the image. Select “ DFC ” in the “ Specials ” on the “ Picture ” menu screen. • “ DFC ” is switched by pressing . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. Description Sharp default setting Emphasize[...]

Adjusting the Gamma Use this function to select the gamma position and adjust the gamma curve for finer image adjustment. Selecting the Gamma Position Select “ Gamma Position ” in the “ Gamma ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. Note • The gamma position you set in this menu can be selected in [...]

Basic Operation -53 Selected Item Description button | | | | | button R-Gamma (Red Gamma) G-Gamma (Green Gamma) B-Gamma (Blue Gamma) R-Gain (Red Gain) G-Gain (Green Gain) B-Gain (Blue Gain) R-Offset (Red Offset) G-Offset (Green Offset) B-Offset (Blue Offset) For adjusting the display characteristic of red color For adjusting the display character[...]

Color Management System (C. M. S.) This function allows you to individually adjust the display characteristics of six colors (R: Red, Y : Y ellow , G: Green, C: Cyan, B: Blue, M: Magenta) . Red Cyan Y ellow Blue Green Magenta Selecting the C.M.S. Position Select “ C.M.S. Position ” in the “ C.M.S. ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operatin[...]

Basic Operation -55 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 page[...]

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[...]

Basic Operation -57 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 occu[...]

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 displayed. • When se[...]

Basic Operation -59 Checking the Input Signal This function allows you to check the current input signal information. Select “ Signal Info ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automatically adjust a computer image. Select “ Auto Sync ” in the [...]

Auto Sync Display Function Used to set the screen displayed during Auto Sync. Select “ Auto Sync Disp ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. Description The image set as a back- ground image is projected. The computer image being adjusted is displayed. Selected Item -60 Adjusti[...]

Easy to Use Functions Easy to Use Functions XV_Z12000_E_US_p61_65.p65 03.9.24, 2:04 PM 61[...]

-62 Selecting the Picture Display Mode Switching the Picture Display Using Different Input Signals Press . • Each time is pressed, the display changes as shown on pages 63 and 64 . 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 wh[...]

Easy to Use Functions -63 VIDEO • Select “ DOT BY DOT ” during 720P input when viewing 720P output from a computer . • 720P switches between “ STRETCH ” and “ DOT BY DOT ” . “ STRETCH ” is fixed when 1080 I signal is entered. 960 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 480I 480P 576I 576P NTSC PAL SECAM 960 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 480P –– 720P ?[...]

-64 COMPUTER 960 ⳯ 720 800 ⳯ 600 SVGA (800 ⳯ 600) NORMAL DOT BY DOT For 4:3 aspect ratio For without 4:3 aspect ratio 960 ⳯ 720 1024 ⳯ 720 XGA (1024 ⳯ 768) 960 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 SXGA (1280 ⳯ 960) 900 ⳯ 720 1280 ⳯ 720 SXGA (1280 ⳯ 1024) VGA SVGA XGA SXGA Input Signal NORMAL Output screen image DOT BY DOT 4:3 aspect ratio (640 [...]

Easy to Use Functions -65 Switching HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE/ HIGH CONTRAST MODE Press on the remote control to select the desired mode.The mode is switched in the order of “ HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE ” , “ MEDIUM MODE ” and “ HIGH CONTRAST MODE ” . Switchable High Brightness/High Contrast Mode This function controls the quantity of the projecte[...]

Digital Shift Function 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 describe the new digital television system in the United States. Adjusting the Digital Shift Select “ Digi. Shift ” in the “ Opti[...]

Easy to Use Functions -67 Confirming the Lamp Usage Time This function allows you to check the lamp usage time. Select “ Options ” menu to see the lamp usage time. Note • It is recommended that the lamp be changed after approximately 1,900 cumu- lative hours of use. Displaying the Lamp Usage T ime Lamp Usage Time LED Off Function LEDs (indica[...]

This function allows you to turn on or off the on-screen messages. When setting “ Level A ” or “ Level B ” in “ OSD Display ” , the input mode display (e.g. INPUT 1) will not appear , even if the INPUT button is pressed. Setting On-screen Display Selected Item Normal Level A Level B Description All On-screen Displays are displayed. Inpu[...]

Easy to Use Functions -69 For INPUT 5 Set when RGB signals are received from video equip- ment. Set when analog c omponent signals are received from video equipment. RGB Component Set when digital PC RGB signals are received from the computer . Set when digital PC com- ponent signals are re- ceived from the com- puter . Set when digital video RGB s[...]

Setting the V ideo System Setting the Video System Select “ Video System ” in the “ Options ” 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 signals are re[...]

Easy to Use Functions -71 Selecting the Economy Mode These functions allow you to reduce the power consumption of the projector . Setting the Power Save Select “ Power Save ” in “ Economy Mode ” under the “ Options ” menu on the menu screen. • “ Power Save ” is switched “ ON ” and “ OFF ” by pressing . ➝ For operating th[...]

Selecting the Economy Mode Selecting the T ransmission Speed (RS-232C) This menu allows you to adjust the transmission speed of the RS-232C connection by select- ing the baud rate. -72 Selecting the Transmis- sion Speed (RS-232C) Select “ RS-232C ” in the “ Options ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 t[...]

Easy to Use Functions -73 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 Projection Mode Select “ PRJ Mode ” in the “ Options ” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see p[...]

This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen. Displaying the Adjustment Settings Overview of All Menu Settings Select the “ Status ” menu on the menu screen and press . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45. -74 XV_Z12000_E_US_p66_74.p65 03.9.24, 2:06 PM 74[...]

Appendix Appendix XV_Z12000_E_US_p75_88.p65 03.9.26, 6:38 PM 75[...]

-76 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 -77 Cleaning the V entilative Holes ST ANDBY button ST ANDBY button Cleaner hose Cleaner hose V entilative holes V entilative holes • This projector is equipped with ventilative holes to ensure the opti- mal operating condition of the projec- tor . • Periodically clean the ventilative hole by vacuuming it off with a vacuum cleaner . ?[...]

-78 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 below . [...]

Appendix -79 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 turned off for[...]

-80 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced after approximately 1,900 cumulative hours of use or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality . The lamp usage time can be checked with “ Lamp Timer ” in the “ Options ” menu on the menu screen. ■ For lamp replacement, please con[...]

Appendix -81 Lamp unit BQC-XVZ100005 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 other s[...]

-82 User service screws 1 2 4 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 . 5 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit compartment. Fasten the secur- ing screws. 6 Attach the lamp unit cover . • Close the lamp[...]

Appendix -83 Connecting Pin Assignments RS-232C Port: 9-pin D-sub male connector Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference 1 Not connected 2 RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal cir cuit 3 SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit 4 Reserved Connected to internal circuit 5 SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit 6 Reserved Connected t[...]

-84 PC control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, commercially available) to the projector . (See page 25 for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table. Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard. Parity bit: Non[...]

Appendix -85 CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND P ARAMETER RETURN CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER RETURN R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V [...]

-86 Note • If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space. If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a value in the range indicated in brackets under CONTROL CONTENTS. • * 1 FINE SYNC can only be set in the displayed RGB mode. • The return value of “ TL TT ___ 1 ” becomes “ 0 ” when the projector is in the standby mode. CON[...]

Appendix -87 Specifications of wir ed remote contr ol input • ø 3.5 mm minijack • External: GND • Internal: +3.3V Function and transmission codes Wired r emote control function code LSB MSB • System codes C1 to C5 are fixed at “ 101 10 ” . • Codes C14 and C15 are reverse confirmation bits, with “ 10 ” indicating “ Front ” and[...]

-88 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 computer ?[...]

Appendix -89 T roubleshooting Check Page • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. 16 • Power to the external connected devices is of f. – • The selected input mode is wrong. 35 • Cables incorrectly connected to rear panel of the projector . 17-26 • Remote control batteries have run out. 13 • External output has not [...]

-90 Check Problem Page T roubleshooting For SHARP Assistance (U.S.A only) If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this pr ojector , first refer to the “ T rouble- shooting ” section on pages 89 and 90 . If this operation manual does not answer your question, please call toll free 1-877-DTV -SHARP (1-877-388-7427) for fur ther[...]

Appendix -91 Specifications Projector XV -Z12000 NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/P AL/P AL-M/P AL-N/P AL 60/SECAM DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV720P/DTV1080 I DLP chip, RGB optical shutter method Panel size: 0.8" Display method: Single Panel Digital Micromirror Device (DMD™) by T exas Instruments Drive method: Digital Light Processing (DLP™) No. of dots: 921,6[...]

-92 Dimensions 18 11 / 16 (475) 7 (178) 15 49 / 50 (406) Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View Units: inches (mm) XV_Z12000_E_US_p89_96.p65 03.9.24, 2:10 PM 92[...]

Appendix -93 Glossary Advanced intelligent compression High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu- tion images to fit the projector ’ s native resolution. Aspect Ratio Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4:3. There are also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and 21:9. Auto Sync [...]

-94 2D Progressive .................................................... 49 3D Progressive .................................................... 49 AC socket ............................................................ 16 Adjusting Computer Images ................................ 57 Adjusting the Lens ............................................... 2[...]

Appendix -95 CONSUMER LIMITED W ARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORA TION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “ Product ” ), when shipped in its original container , will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defectiv[...]

-96 LIMITED W ARRANTY Consumer Electronics Products Congratulations on your purchase! Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this Sharp brand product, when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authoriz[...]