Canon SX7 Mark 2 User guide

Table of contents/Safety Instructions

Before Use

MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR

User’s Manual

Setting Up the Projector

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

ENG

Quick Reference – How to start projection

Computer

1. Install the projector. P32-33

z Install the projector at the desired distance from the screen.

2. Connect the projector. P36-39

z Connect the projector and the computer with a cable.

3. Turn on the projector. P40-41

z Connect the power cord and turn on the projector.
z Adjust the height of the projecting image (P43).
z Select a display language when turning on the projector for the first time (P41).

4. Press the button twice. P46-47

z Adjust the focus of the screen.

5. Set up the computer. P44-45

z Turn on the computer and set the resolution.

6. Select the input signal by pressing the button. P48-50

z Select an appropriate input signal in accord with the signal from the computer.

7. Press the button twice again. P46-47

z Adjust the input signal, focusing, keystone distortion, etc. automatically with the

auto setup function.

8. Press the button. P54

z Optimize the input signal with the auto PC function (Skip this step if the projector

is projecting an image properly.)

9. Select the image mode with the button. P55-56

z Select an appropriate image mode for projection.
z Specify the aspect ratio or display area in the [Aspect] menu as required (P57,

90).

10. Start the presentation. P78-83

z Set the useful functions available during the presentation from the remote control.

Finishing the projection...

Turn off the projector P60-61

z Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

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AV Equipment

1. Install the projector. P32-33

z Install the projector at the desired distance from the screen.
z Install batteries in the remote control (P29)

2. Connect the projector. P64-68

z Connect the projector and the AV equipment with a cable* (see P38, 39 for the

instruction on connecting a audio cable).

3. Turn on the projector. P40-41

z Connect the power cord and turn on the projector.
z Adjust the height of the projecting image (P43).
z Select a display language when turning on the projector for the first time (P41).

4. Press the button twice. P46-47

z Adjust the focus of the screen.

5. Set up the AV equipment.

z Turn on the AV equipment and play the video image.

6. Select the input signal by pressing the button. P70-72

z Select DIGITAL VIDEO as the input signal for a digital video image.*

For the other video image, go to step 7.

7. Press the button twice again. P70

z Adjust the input signal, focusing, keystone distortion, etc. automatically with the

auto setup function.

8. Select the image mode with the button. P55-56

z Select an appropriate image mode for projection.
z Specify the aspect ratio or display area in the [Aspect] menu as required (P73,

90, 91).

Finishing the projection...

Turn off the projector P60-61

z Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

* Connect the projector and the AV equipment with a HDMI/DVI cable to project a digital video

image (P65).

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Table of Contents

Quick Reference – How to start projection............................................................. 2

Table of Contents ................................................................................................... 4

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions.................................................................................................. 7

Safety Precautions............................................................................................................ 8

AC Power Cord Requirement .........................................................................................11

Federal Communication Commission Notice ................................................................. 12

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations ..................................................................... 12

Precautions on Handling the Batteries in the Remote Controller ................................... 13

Lamp Handling Precautions........................................................................................... 13

Carrying/Transporting the Projector...............................................................................14

Installation Precautions ..................................................................................................14

Features of the Multimedia Projector SX7 MarkII/SX60....................................... 16

Supplied Manuals and Symbols Used in This Manual ......................................... 17

Supplied Manuals........................................................................................................... 17

Before Use ........................................................................................................... 20

Supplied Accessories ....................................................................................................20

Part Names.....................................................................................................................22

Preparing the Remote Control........................................................................................29

Setting Up the Projector ....................................................................................... 32

Determining the Distance to the Screen ........................................................................ 32

Determining the Installation Position .............................................................................. 33

Projecting an Image from the Computer .............................................................. 36

Connecting the Projector to the Computer..................................................................... 36

Starting Projection ..........................................................................................................40

Adjusting the Image ....................................................................................................... 42

Preparing the Computer................................................................................................. 44

Performing the Auto Setup ............................................................................................. 46

Adjusting the Focus........................................................................................................ 51

Adjusting Keystone Distortion ........................................................................................52

Setting Up the Computer Screen Automatically (AUTO PC).......................................... 54

Selecting an Image Mode (IMAGE) ............................................................................... 55

Selecting a Screen Mode (Aspect) ................................................................................57

Selecting Aspect Ratio of the Projecting Image (Screen aspect) .................................. 59

Turning Off the Projector ................................................................................................ 60

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment ............................................................. 64

Connecting the Projector to an AV Equipment............................................................... 64

Projecting a Video Image from an AV Equipment.......................................................... 69

Performing the Auto Setup ............................................................................................. 70

Selecting a Screen Mode (Aspect) ................................................................................73

Selecting Aspect Ratio of the Projecting Image (Screen aspect) .................................. 74

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Useful Functions Available During a Presentation ............................................... 78

Blackened Out an Image Temporarily ...........................................................................78

Freezing the Picture ....................................................................................................... 78

Muting the Sound ........................................................................................................... 79

Adjusting the Volume .....................................................................................................79

Showing the Elapsed Time............................................................................................. 80

Page Up or Down through the Pages ............................................................................ 80

Zooming an Image ......................................................................................................... 81

Operating a Mouse with the Remote Control .................................................................82

Pointing with a Spotlight .................................................................................................83

Setting Up Functions from Menus ........................................................................ 86

How to Use Menus ......................................................................................................... 86

Setting Display Status .......................................................................................... 90

Selecting a Screen Mode (1)..........................................................................................90

Selecting a Screen Mode (2)..........................................................................................90

Selecting a Screen Mode (3)..........................................................................................91

Selecting an Input Signal Type (1) ................................................................................. 91

Selecting an Input Signal Type (2) ................................................................................. 92

Selecting an Input Signal Type (3) ................................................................................. 92

Adjusting the Total Number of Dots ...............................................................................93

Adjusting the Tracking ...................................................................................................93

Adjusting the Horizontal Position....................................................................................94

Adjusting the Vertical Position........................................................................................ 94

Adjusting the Number of Horizontal Pixels ..................................................................... 95

Adjusting the Number of Vertical Pixels .........................................................................95

Performing Progressive Processing ............................................................................... 96

Selecting a Menu Position ..............................................................................................96

Performing the Ceiling-mounted/Rear Projection........................................................... 97

Correcting the Screen Color........................................................................................... 98

Capturing a Logo to Be Projected (SX60)...................................................................... 98

Selecting a Logo Display Position (SX60) ...................................................................... 99

Displaying a Logo (No signal screen)............................................................................ 99

Displaying a Logo (NO SHOW).................................................................................... 100

Selecting a Logo at Startup.......................................................................................... 100

Selecting Aspect Ratio of the Screen...........................................................................101

Setting the Image Quality ................................................................................... 102

Selecting an Image Mode ............................................................................................ 102

Adjusting the Brightness .............................................................................................. 103

Adjusting the Contrast.................................................................................................. 103

Adjusting the Sharpness .............................................................................................. 104

Making a Gamma Correction ....................................................................................... 104

Making Color Adjustment (1) (SX7 II)........................................................................... 105

Making Color Adjustment (2)........................................................................................ 105

Making Color Adjustment (3)........................................................................................ 106

Making Advanced Color Adjustment (1) ...................................................................... 106

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Making Advanced Color Adjustment (2) ...................................................................... 107

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Making Advanced Color Adjustment (3) ...................................................................... 107

Correcting the Image According to the Ambient Light (SX7 II) ...................................108

Reducing the Lamp Brightness.................................................................................... 109

Resetting the Image Settings ....................................................................................... 110

Setting Various Function .................................................................................... 111

Setting Auto Setup Function.........................................................................................111

Selecting the Power Management Mode ..................................................................... 111

Skip the POWER Button Operation .............................................................................. 112

Enabling/Disabling the Beep........................................................................................112

Selecting a Display Language ..................................................................................... 113

Prohibiting the Projector Operation ..............................................................................114

Enabling/Disabling the Guide Message....................................................................... 114

Turning On/Off the LED Illumination............................................................................. 115

Setting up the Remote Control ..................................................................................... 115

Setting up the Digital Video Input Signal ..................................................................... 116

Setting a Password....................................................................................................... 116

Registering a Password ...............................................................................................117

Resetting to the Default Setting....................................................................................117

Resetting the Lamp Counter ........................................................................................118

Maintenance....................................................................................................... 120

Cleaning the Projector .................................................................................................. 120

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter .......................................................................... 121

Replacing the Lamp .....................................................................................................122

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................. 126

WARNING Lamp Flash Patterns...................................................................................126

Symptoms and Solutions.............................................................................................. 127

Appendix ............................................................................................................ 132

Supported Computer Signal Types.............................................................................. 132

Relationship between Screen Size and Projecting Distance ....................................... 133

Glossary ....................................................................................................................... 134

Specifications ............................................................................................................... 138

Index .................................................................................................................. 140

Menu Configuration ............................................................................................ 144

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Safety Instructions

Before operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly in order to operate the
projector properly.
This projector offers many convenient features and functions. Operating the projector
properly enables you to manage those features and maintain it in good condition for a long
period.
Improper operation may result in not only reducing the product-life, but also malfunctions,
fire hazards, or other accidents.
If your projector is not operating correctly, read this manual again, check operations and
cable connections, and try the solutions shown in the "Troubleshooting" section at the end
of this booklet. If the problem still persists, contact the service center or the dealer where
you purchased the projector.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE EXCEPT LAMPS. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUT­ING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS UNIT IN THE OWNER'S
MANUAL.

CAUTION

Not for use in a computer room as defined in the Standard for the Protection of Electronic
Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.

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Safety Precautions

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

z This projector projects intense light from the projection lens. Do not stare directly into

the lens if possible, as doing so may result in eye damage. Be especially careful that
children do not stare directly into the beam.

z Install the projector in an appropriate position.

Installing the projector in an inappropriate position may result in a fire hazard.

z Allow for appropriate space above beside and behind of the projector cabinet for

allowing air circulation and cooling of the projector. Minimum clearances must be
maintained. If the projector is to be built into a compartment or similarly space, the
minimum distances must be maintained. Do not cover the ventilation slot on the
projector. Heat build-up can reduce the service life of your projector, and can also be
dangerous.

SIDE and TOP REAR

1 m (3.3')

1 m (3.3') 1 m (3.3') 1 m (3.3')

z Do not put any flammable objects or spray cans near the projector, as the hot air

exhausted from the ventilation holes may result in an explosion.

z If the projector is not to be used for an extended period of time, unplug it from the

power outlet.

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READ AND KEEP THIS OWNER'S MANUAL FOR LATER USE.

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before beginning to operate the
product.

Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use. Unplug this projector
from the AC power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the
projector. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector.

For added protection of the projector during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
or unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage
due to lightning and power surges.

Do not expose this unit to rain or use near water... for example, in a wet basement, near a
swimming pool, etc...

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may result in
hazards.

Do not place this projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The projector may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the projector. Use only
with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the projector. Wall or
shelf mounting should be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's directions, and
should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturers.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.
Sudden stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided
for ventilation, to insure reliable operation of the equipment and to
protect it from overheating.

The openings should never be covered with cloth or other materials, and the bottom
opening should not be blocked by placing the projector on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. This projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register.

This projector should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a book case unless
proper ventilation is provided.

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Never push objects of any kind into this projector through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Never spill liquid of any kind onto the projector.

Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of air-conditioning equipment.

This projector should be operated using only the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied, consult your authorized
dealer or local power company.

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this projector where the
cord may be damaged by people walking on it.

Do not attempt to service this projector yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

Unplug this projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the projector.
c. If the projector has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the projector does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work

by a qualified technician to restore the projector to normal operating condition.
e. If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for

servicing.

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original
parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or injury.

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projector, ask the service technician to
perform routine safety checks to determine that the projector is in safe operating condition.

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AC Power Cord Requirement

The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirements for use in the
country you purchased it.

AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada:

The AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is
listed by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and certified by the
Canadian Standard Association (CSA).
The AC Power Cord has a grounding-type AC line plug. This is a
safety feature to ensure the plug fits into the power outlet. Do
not try to tamper with this safety feature. Should you be unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician.

THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND EASILY
ACCESSIBLE.

NOTE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE US

LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED

OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.

European Union (and EEA) only.

These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your
household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC), the
Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) and/or your national laws implementing
those Directives. If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol shown
above, in accordance with the Battery Directive, this indicates that a heavy
metal (Hg = Mercury, Cd = Cadmium, Pb = Lead) is present in this battery
or accumulator at a concentration above an applicable threshold specified
in the Battery Directive. This product should be handed over to a
designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when
you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for
recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) and batteries
and accumulators. Improper handling of this type of waste could have a
possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially
hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. Your
cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the
effective usage of natural resources. For more information about the
recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste
authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or
visit
www.canon-europe.com/environment.

Ground

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

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Federal Communication Commission Notice

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Multimedia Projector, Model: SX7 MarkII/SX60
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The cable with a ferrite core provided with the projector must be used with this
equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Use of a shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15
of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified
in the instructions. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be
required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042-1198, U.S.A.
Tel No. [phone]

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Precautions on Handling the Batteries in the Remote Controller

Observe the following precautions when handling the batteries. Failure to do so
may cause explosion, heat generation, fire, or leakage of the battery fluid.

Caution

z Do not heat or disassemble the batteries, or throw them into fire.
z Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.

Observe the following precautions when handling the batteries. Failure to do so
may cause explosion, heat generation, fire or leakage of the battery fluid.

War ning

z Remove the batteries when they have been exhausted or not in use for an

extended period of time.

z Be sure to replace both batteries at the same time. Do not mix batteries of

different types.

z Insert batteries correctly according to the "+" and "–" markings.
z If a fluid from a battery leaks and comes in contact with your skin, rinse the

affected skin thoroughly as soon as possible.

Lamp Handling Precautions

This projector uses a high-pressure mercury lamp which must be handled carefully and
correctly as mentioned below.
The mercury lamp has the following characteristics.

z A lamp may explode with a loud sound or burn out due to a shock, scratch, or use

beyond its expiry date.

z The lamp life may differ from lamp to lamp and according to the usage environment.

There is no guarantee that all lamps will last for the same period of time. Some lamps
may fail in a shorter period of time than other similar lamps.

z A lamp gradually becomes darker over time.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Caution

If a Lamp Explodes

z If a lamp explodes, gas or dust may come out of the exhaust vent. Open

windows and doors for ventilation.

z The gas contains toxic mercury. Always keep your face away from the

exhaust vent when the projector is operating to avoid inhaling mercury
vapors or to prevent it from getting in your eyes or mouth.

z If you inhale the gas or the shards of the broken lamp contact your eyes or

mouth, consult a doctor immediately.

z If a lamp explodes, its shards may scatter inside the projector. Ask the

Canon service representative to clean and check the inside of the projector
and replace the lamp.

If the projector indicates that the lamp should be replaced (i.e., the LAMP
REPLACE indicator lights up twice),

z The chances of an explosion increase. Replace the lamp with a new one

immediately if such is the case.

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Disposal of Waste Lamp

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Caution

z Dispose of the projector's mercury lamp according to local regulations just

like the fluorescent lamps.

Carrying/Transporting the Projector

z This projector is a precision machine. Do not subject the projector to strong

shocks or vibrations or turn it down.

Caution

z Install the lens cap to protect the lens and put the projector in the carrying

bag to protect it from dust and scratches on the surface of it when you carry
the projector. For details, see P21.

z Wait until the cooling fan stops before putting the projector in the carrying

bag. Do not put the projector in the carrying bag until the cooling fan stops
rotating. The projector may be damaged due to the heat.

z Replace the adjustable foot before putting the projector in the carrying bag.

The projector may be damaged if you put it in the bag without replacing the
adjustable foot.

z The carrying bag is not designed to protect the projector from external

shocks. When carrying the projector with it put in the carrying bag, do not
give a shock to it, drop it, or place anything on it. The projector may be
damaged or malfunctioned.

z Do not transport the projector through a courier or transport service with the

carrying bag. Put the projector in an impact-resistant transport case if such
is the case.

Installation Precautions

The area around the exhaust vent and the cabinet above the exhaust vent
become hot when the projector is operating.

Caution

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z Do not touch these areas, or you may get burnt. In particular, keep children

away from these areas. Do not put anything that may deform or discolor due
to heat on the projector.

Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent.
Observe the following:
z Do not put any metallic object on the

projector. It may become hot, resulting in
accident or injury.

z Do not seat anyone near the exhaust vent.

Otherwise, you may get burned.

Hot air

Caution

When placing the projector on a castered stand or table, be sure to lock the
casters.
z Failure to do so may cause the projector to move or topple, resulting in an

injury.

Position the projector in a horizontal position. Incorrect installation may cause
troubles and accidents.
z Do not tilt the projector more than 20

degrees above and below the horizontal.

z When you want to use your projector

pointing up or down, make sure to place
the projector straight up or down.

20°

20°

Do Not Use in the Following Environments

z Do not place the projector on an unstable or slanted surface. The projector

may fall causing a personal injury.

z Do not place it in an oily, smoky, or damp location (e.g., near a cooking table

or a humidifier). It may cause a fire or an electric shock.

z Place the projector with a minimum distance of 1 m (3.3') from its left, right,

rear, and top panels to the neighboring object such as a wall. Otherwise, it
may damage the projector due to bad exhaust ventilation.

z Do not put anything near the exhaust vent that may deform or deteriorate

due to heat.

z Do not install the projector in a humid or dusty location or a position where

there is a lot of oily or cigarette smoke. Optical parts such as a lens and
mirror may be stained, resulting in poor picture quality.

z Do not place it near an exhaust outlet of air-conditioning equipment.

Otherwise, it may be damaged.

If the projector is carried from a cold place to a warm place or the room
temperature is raised rapidly, condensation may form on the lens and mirror due
to the moisture in the atmosphere, resulting in a blurred picture. Wait until
condensation evaporates and normal picture is shown.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not use the projector in a place subject to either very high or very low
temperatures. Doing so may cause malfunction. The ranges of the operating
and storage temperatures are as shown below:
Operating temperature: +5°C to +35°C (Humidity: 85% or below)
Storage temperature: -10°C to +60°C

Using the Projector at 2300 Meters or More Above Sea Level

z If you use the projector at 2300 meters or more above sea level, the special

configuration is required to cool down the projector properly. Contact your
dealer.

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Features of the Multimedia Projector SX7 MarkII/SX60

Thank you for purchasing a Canon projector.
The MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR SX7 MarkII/SX60 are high-performance projectors which
project the data from the computer and the moving picture from the DVD player to the big
screen.

Major Features

Smooth and Beautiful Imaging Capability

Incorporation of AISYS, Canon's unique optical engine, and LCOS (Liquid Crystal On Sili­con) achieves high brightness, high contrast ratio, and smooth and beautiful lattice-free
images.

Super-Silent Operation of 27dB* (SX60)

This projector achieves super-silence operation as low as 27dB which creates a comfort­able atmosphere where you can concentrate on watching a movie.

* At the [Quiet] lamp mode.

Native SXGA+ Resolution

Native SXGA+ resolution (1400 by 1050 dots) ensures projection of a high-quality image in
a wider projection area with a high degree of resolution.

High-powered 1.7X Zoom Lens

1.7X zoom aspheric lens can project a 100-inch image when placed 3 m (9.8') to 4.9 m
(16.0') away.

"Auto Setup Function" for Easy Installation

The "Auto Setup Function" allows you to install the projector easily by automatically adjust­ing focus and keystone distortion.

Adobe®RGB Color Space Compatibility (SX7 II)

AdobeRGB color space compatibility achieves faithful color reproduction.

"Home Cinema" Mode Reproducing the Atmosphere of a Movie Theater (SX60)

You can reproduce the atmosphere of a full-scale movie theater in your home by selecting
"Home Cinema" from the image mode.

"Off and Go" Function Allowing the Carriage Immediately After the Use

You can carry the projector immediately after the use because the cooling fan keeps rotat­ing even if the power cord is removed from the electrical outlet.

* Never put the projector in the bag when the cooling fan is rotated.

Various Image Modes for a Particular Use of Your Projector (SX7 II)

When projecting a digital still photo image or an image that has been processed on an
sRGB-compatible monitor, you can project the image with higher tone on the screen by
incorporating the appropriate image correction function for the particular lighting environ­ment.
It is useful when projecting the image in a photo studio, portrait studio, wedding reception
hall, art museum, gallery, etc.

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Supplied Manuals and Symbols Used in This

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Manual

Supplied Manuals

User’s Manual (This Document)

This is a universal manual for the projector, SX7 MarkII/SX60. This manual provides
detailed information on how to use the projectors. Read this manual thoroughly to make the
most of your projector and ensure safety.

Important Information and Quick Start Guide

First read document. It provides information about projector safety, cautions, quick start
guide*, cleaning and replacing the air filter and lamp replacement.
* This guide shows an outline flowchart of the steps to start and stop the projector, as well

as the functions available for projecting images.

Symbols of Button Operations

This projector can be operated using buttons on the remote control or the top control on
the main unit. The remote control allows you to operate all functions of the projector.
In this manual, the button operation is shown as below.

Adjusting the Focus

You can adjust the focus.
Follow the steps below to adjust the focus manually if the Auto setup function (Aut
not adjust the focus appropriately.

Indicates the button oper­ation on the top control.

Indicates the button opera­tion on the remote control.

1 Press the [FOCUS] button.

The Focus adjustment window appears.

Indicates the button to be
pressed.

Symbols Used in This Manual

Meanings of the following symbols used in this manual are as follows:

(SX7 II) Function or description only applicable to SX7 MarkII.

A precaution about operation or restriction is given here.

An important matter that you should be aware of before operation or a useful tip is pro­vided here.

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COPYRIGHT NOTICE

Please note that enlarging or reducing the size of an image for commercial purposes or
public presentation may infringe on the legally protected copyright or the copyright holder
of the original material.

About Trademarks

z Microsoft, Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 are registered trade-

marks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other coun­tries.

z Macintosh and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in

the United States and/or other countries.

z Adobe is a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the

U.S. and other countries.

z The "HD ready" logo is a trademark of EICTA.
z HDMI is a registered trademark or trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

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Table of contents/Safety Instructions

Before Use

Setting Up the Projector

BEFORE USE

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

Before Use

Supplied Accessories

Check whether the following accessories are supplied with the projector.

z Remote control z Batteries (type AAA, two)

BEFORE USE

z Power cord (1.8m/5.9') z USB cable (1.8m/5.9')

For Continental
Europe

For the U.S.A and Canada

z Carrying bag z Lens cap

for remote control

YH7-2054

z Computer connection cable

(DVI/Mini D-sub, 15-pin) (1.8m/5.9')
YH7-2052

z Component cable

(RCA/Mini D-sub, 15-pin)
(0.4m/1.3') YH7-2084

z Lens cap strap

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z User's Manual (CD-ROM)
z Warranty card
z Important Information

and Quick Start Guide

Installing the Lens Cap

As shown in the illustration on the right, let the lens
cap strap through the hole on the lens cap, and then
the lens cap strap insertion hole.

z When the projector is not in use, attach the lens

cap to protect the lens from dust and other foreign
objects.

Putting the Projector in the Carrying Bag

Store the projector and the accessories in the carrying bag as shown in the illustration
below.
The carrying bag is intended to protect the surfaces of the projector from dust or
scratches, and is not designed to protect the projector from external shocks.

Align the lens with the dimple
on the cushioning material.

BEFORE USE

z User's Manual (CD-ROM)
z Important Information

and Quick Start Guide

Cables

Remote control

z Wait until the cooling fan stops before putting the projector in the carrying bag. Do not

put the projector in the carrying bag until the cooling fan stops rotating. The projector
may be damaged due to the heat.

z Attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it and put the projector in the carrying bag.

Replace the adjustable foot to prevent the damage on the projector.

z When carrying the projector with it put in the carrying bag, do not give a shock to it,

drop it, or place anything on it. The projector may be damaged or malfunctioned.

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Part Names

Main Unit of Projector

Front Side

BEFORE USE

Terminals and
Connectors

Power Cord Connector (P40)

Anti-theft Lock Hole

An anti-theft wire cable on the market
can be connected.

Rear Side

(SX7 MarkII is used in the following illustrations)

Infrared Remote Receiver (P29)

Ranging Window

Caution

Caution

Lens

Adjustable Foot Lock Button (P43)

Lens Cap (P21)

Top Control (P24, 25, 28)

Do not place any obstacle
between the projector and the
screen, as the auto focusing
function may fail to operate cor­rectly.

Be sure to remove the lens cap
during projection. Failure to do
so will result in cap deformation
or fire hazards.

Speaker

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Exhaust Vent

Do not block the air exhaust.
Failure to do so will result in mal­functions or fire hazards.

Caution

Infrared Remote Receiver (P29)

Bottom Side

Lens Cap Strap
Insertion Hole

Air Filter
(P121)

Screw Holes for installation of ceiling
mounting bracket (M4 x 6) (P139)

Adjustable Foot (P43)

Air Intake Vent

Lamp Cover (P123)

Rear Adjustable Foot
(for fine adjustment)

Do not block the air intake. Fail­ure to do so will result in malfunc­tions or fire hazards.

Caution

Mounting the Projector on the Ceiling

You can mount the projector on the ceiling.
You need an optional ceiling-mount hanger (part number: RS-CL07) and an optional
ceiling-mount pipe (part number: RS-CL08 or RS-CL09) when appropriate.
Contact the dealer where you purchased the projector for more detailed information.

BEFORE USE

z Make sure to use the optional ceiling mounting bracket.
z You should never install the ceiling mounting bracket by yourself.

z If you mount the projector on the ceiling, you have to invert the projected image by

selecting [Image flip H/V] from the menu (P97).

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Buttons on the Remote Control and Top Control

Remote Control

BEFORE USE

(2)

(1)

(5)

(3)

This projector can be operated using but­tons on the remote control or the top con­trol on the main unit.
The remote control allows you to operate
all functions of the projector.

(4)

(7)

(10)

(11)

(14)

(13)

(17)

(20)

(18)

(6)

(8)

(9)

(12)

(15)

(16)

(19)

(22)

(21)

(1) Infrared Remote Emitter

Sends a signal to the infrared remote
receiver on the main unit.

(2) POWER button (P40, 60)

Turns the projector on or off.

(3) AUTO SET button (P46, 70)

Performs auto adjustment on focus­ing, keystone distortion, screen color
correction, and so on (Auto Setup
Function).

(4) IMAGE button (P55)

Switches among image modes
(image qualities).

(5) INPUT button (P48, 50, 70)

Switches among input signals.

(6) AUTO PC button (P54)

Adjusts tracking and so on automati­cally in accordance with signal from a
computer when ANALOG PC-1 or
ANALOG PC-2 is selected.

(7) FOCUS button (P51)

Adjusts focusing.

(8) ZOOM button (P42)

Adjusts the image size.

(9) OK button (P89)

Determines the item selected from the
menu. Also works as the left button of
a mouse under the USB connection
(P82).

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Top Control

(7) (8)

BEFORE USE

(9)

(2) (3) (5) (6) (11) (12)

(10)POINTER button (P87)

Selects the upper, lower, left, or right
item in the menu. Also moves the
mouse cursor under the USB connec­tion.
On the top control, the [<] and [>]
buttons also turn the volume up and
down, respectively (P79).

(11)KEYSTONE button (P52, 59)

Corrects keystone distortion. The [D.
image shift adjustment] screen will be
displayed if you select [16:9 D. image
shift] for [Screen aspect].

(12)MENU button (P87)

Displays a menu on the screen.

(13)PAGE button (P80)

Acts as the Page Up and Page Down
keys on the computer keyboard under
the USB connection.
Pressing scrolls to the previous
page and pressing scrolls to the
next page.

(14)D.ZOOM button (P81)

Zooms the image in or out digitally.
Pressing enlarges the image and
pressing reduces the image.

(15)SPOT button (P83)

Performs the spot light function.

(10)

(16) R-CLICK button (P82)

Acts as the right button of a mouse
under the USB connection.

(17) NO SHOW button (P78)

Switch display/non-display of image.

(18)MUTE button (P79)

Mutes the sound.

(19) VOL button (P79)

Adjusts the sound volume.

(20) FREEZE button (P78)

Freezes the projected image.

(21) P-TIMER button (P80)

Displays the time elapsed since this
button was pressed.

(22) LIGHT button (P29)

Turns on or off the lights of the remote
control buttons.

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Input Terminals on Main Unit

SX7 MarkII

BEFORE USE

SX60

(5)

(1) (2) (3)

(1) (2) (3)

(10)

(10)

(8)

(7) (6)

(4)

(10)

(9)

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(10)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(1) Input Terminal-1 (DIGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-1) (P36, 37, 65)

Receives a digital (DIGITAL PC) and analog PC signal (ANALOG PC-1).
Receives a digital content image signal (DIGITAL VIDEO).

(2) Input Terminal-2 (ANALOG IN-2) (P36, 37, 64)

Receives an analog PC signal (ANALOG PC-2).
Receives a component and SCART image signal (COMPONENT/SCART).

(3) Monitor Output Terminal ( ) (P38)

Outputs an analog PC signal to display an image on an external monitor.

(4) AUDIO OUT terminal (SX7 II) (P68)

The audio output terminal to output an audio to an external audio device.
It outputs the audio signal corresponding to the projected image signal.

(5) AUDIO IN terminal (P38, 39)

SX7 II: The audio input terminals corresponding to 3 image input systems.

Each terminal receives the audio signal corresponding to "DIGITAL PC/
ANALOG PC-1", "ANALOG PC-2", and "S-VIDEO or VIDEO" from the left.
The internal speaker outputs the audio signal corresponding to the
selected image signal.

SX60: The input terminal of an audio signal.

The internal speaker outputs the audio signal no matter what the image
signal is inputted.

(6) VIDEO IN terminal (P66)

Receives a composite video signal from an AV equipment.

(7) S-VIDEO IN terminal (P66)

Receives an S-Video signal from an AV equipment.

(8) SERVICE PORT jack

Exclusively used by the service personnel (it is not used normally).

(9) USB terminal (P82)

Connected to the computer with a USB cable when the remote control is used
as the mouse of the computer. (you cannot use this terminal to receive any
video image)

(10)Input Terminal Indicator (P48, 70)

Indicates the input signal status.
Green : The input signal is confirmed and an image is projected.
Flashing green : The input signal is confirmed but no image is projected.
Off : An input signal is not confirmed (a cable is not connected).

BEFORE USE

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Indicators on the Top Control

Top Control

BEFORE USE

(1) (2) (3)

(1) POWER indicator (P40, 60, 111)

Indicates the projector status.
Red: The projector can be turned on.
Flashing red: The projector is being turned off (the lamp is being

Green: The projector is on.
Flashing green: The projector is being turned on.
Blink between red and green: The projector is under the power management

(2) WARNING lamp (P126)

Flashes red when a problem has been detected on the projector.

(3) LED illumination lamp (P115)

Indicate the projector status with 3 blue LEDs.
Blinking from the left: The projector is being turning on.
Blinking from the right: The projector is being turned off.
Middle LED flashing slowly: The image is blackened out (NO SHOW).
Left and right LEDs flashing slowly:

cooled).

mode.

The image is stopped (FREEZE).

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Preparing the Remote Control

Installing Remote Control Batteries

1 Open the battery com-

partment lid.

Slide the lid with it
pressed down.

2 Insert batteries.

Insert new two AAA-size
batteries in the compart­ment with the + and -

3 Replace the compart-

ment lid.

poles positioned cor­rectly.

z You can check the batteries of the remote control by pressing the [LIGHT] button.

If all buttons on the remote control do not light when the [LIGHT] button is pressed, or but­tons are inoperative when you attempt to operate the projector, replace with new batteries.

z It is recommended to check the batteries before a presentation.

Remote Control Operating Range

30°

30°

5 m
(16.4')

Point the remote control to the infrared
remote receiver on the front or rear of the
projector whenever pressing any button.
z Use the remote control within a distance

of approximately 5 m (16.4') from the pro­jector.

z Use the remote control within an angle of

30° in any direction from directly in front
of the infrared remote receiver.

5 m

BEFORE USE

(16.4')

30°

30°

The remote control may be inoperative if:

z There is an obstacle between the remote control and main unit.
z The infrared remote receiver on the main unit is exposed to direct sunlight or strong light of

lighting equipment.

z The remote control uses infrared light.
z When you use two projectors at the same time, you can change the channel settings to pre-

vent the two remote controls from interfering with each other (P115).

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Table of contents/Safety Instructions

Before Use

Setting Up the Projector

SETTING UP THE
PROJECTOR

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

Setting Up the Projector

Determining the Distance to the Screen

The projected image size is determined by the distance between the projector lens and the
screen. Select the place where the desired image size is obtained according to the illustra­tion shown below.

8.9 m (29.2')

SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR

H1:H2=9:1

Screen size
(W x H) cm

Projection

distance

H1

H2

Zoom
(max)

Zoom
(min)

1.2 m (3.9')

40"

81 x 61

1.2 m
(3.9')

2.0 m
(6.6')

55 cm

(1.8')

6 cm
(0.2')

2.4 m (7.9')

40"

60"

122 x 91

1.8 m
(5.9')

2.9 m
(9.6')

82 cm

(2.7')

9 cm
(0.3')

5.9 m (19.4')

4.5 m (14.8')

150"

80"

48"

Optical axis when image is projected

at right angle to the screen.

80"

163 x 122

110 cm

2.4 m
(7.9')

3.9 m

(12.9')

(3.6')

12 cm

(0.4')

203 x 152

137 cm

100"

3.0 m
(9.8')

4.9 m

(16.1')

(4.5')

15 cm

(0.5')

90"

150"

305 x 229

4.5 m

(14.8')

7.4 m

(24.2')

206 cm

(6.8')

23 cm

(0.8')

370 x 277

200"

120"

182"

5.4 m

(17.7')

9.0 m

(29.5')

250 cm

(8.2')

28 cm

(0.9')

Zoom (max.)

Zoom (min.)

200"

406 x 305

5.9 m

(19.4')

274 cm

(9.0')

30 cm

(1.0')

250"

508 x 381

7.4 m

(24.2')

–––

343 cm

(11.3')

38 cm

(1.2')

H1 and H2: The height of the screen from the intersection of optical axis and screen surface when an
image is projected at right angle to the screen.

300"

182"

Screen

610 x 457

(29.2')

411 cm

(13.5')

46 cm

H1

H2

300"

8.9 m

(1.5')

z Install the projector at the position where the projection distance is between approxi-

mately 1.2 m (3.9') to 9 m (29.5'). If the installation position is too close or too far, the
image is out of focus or the screen becomes dark, respectively.

z The sizes in the above table have been obtained assuming that the aspect ratio is 4:3.

They may vary from the actual sizes depending on the type of the projected image.

z Select the appropriate setting for [Screen aspect] with respect to the your screen (4:3

or 16:9).
Refer to pages 59, 74, and 101 for more detailed information on [Screen aspect].

z For the relationship between the screen size and projection distance, see the table on page

133.

z You can also adjust the image size with the zoom function (P42).

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Determining the Installation Position

Placing in Front of the Screen

Place the projector perpendicular to the screen
as far as possible.

z A slight error in the projection angle can be

corrected using the [KEYSTONE] button
(P52).

Placing on a Level Place

Place the projector on a level place as far as pos­sible.

z A slight tilt can be corrected using the rear

adjustable foot. (P43)

z Make sure that the installation position is

free from any obstacle that may block the
exhaust vent (fan) on the right side of the
projector and the air intake vent on the bot­tom of the projector.

z The screen must not be exposed to direct

sunlight or light from lighting equipment. In a
bright room, it is recommended to limit
ambient lighting in order to improve the
image quality.

Screen

SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR

Optical axis

Ceiling Mounting or Rear Projection

You can mount the projector on the ceiling (Ceiling mounted) with it turned up side
down or place it behind the screen (Rear) if you use a translucent screen. For ceiling
mounting or rear projection, you have to invert the projected image. (P97).

Ceiling Mounting Rear Projection

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Table of contents/Safety Instructions

Before Use

Setting Up the Projector

PROJECTING AN
IMAGE FROM
THE COMPUTER

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Connecting the Projector to the Computer

Connect the projector to the computer.

Connecting to Video Terminals

Supplied computer connection cable

To monitor output terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

Supplied computer
connection cable

Input Terminal-1
(ANALOG IN-1)

Computer

Projector

VGA cable

To monitor output terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)

Commercial VGA cable

Input Terminal-2
(ANALOG IN-2)

Computer

Projector

Input Signal: Select [ANALOG PC-1] (P48)

z To ensure projection of high-resolution high-quality images, it is recommended to use high-

performance cables.

z An adapter may be required depending on the shape of the connector on the computer.

For more detailed information, refer to your computers instruction manual.

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Input Signal: Select [ANALOG PC-2] (P50)

z Before connecting cables, turn off both the projector and computer.
z It may project an image inappropriately when projecting the digital PC signal in 1280 x 1024

or 1400 x 1050 depending on the type of computer or DVI cable.

z The USB terminal is used to use the remote control as the computer mouse. An image can-

not be projected simply by connecting the USB cable.

DVI cable

To monitor output terminal
(DVI terminal)

Optional DVI digital cable
[LV-CA29]

Input Terminal-1
(DIGITAL IN)

Computer

Projector

5-BNC cable

To monitor output terminal
(5-BNC output terminal)

Commercial 5-BNC
cable (for 5-BNC/
mini D-Sub 15-pin)

Input Terminal-2
(ANALOG IN-2)

Computer

Extension cable

Commercial 5-BNC
extension cable

Projector

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

Input Signal: Select [DIGITAL PC] (P48)

Input Signal: Select [ANALOG PC-2] (P50)

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Connecting to an External Monitor

You can display an image from the projec­tor to an external monitor.

VGA cable

Connecting to AUDIO IN Termi­nals (SX7 II)

Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO IN ter­minal corresponding to the input image sig­nal if you want to use the projector's speaker.

Audio cable

AUDIO OUT terminal

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

To monitor output terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)

Image input terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)

z You can connect one external monitor.

The multi-monitor display is not sup­ported.

z The projected image is displayed on

the external monitor.

z You cannot output the input signal to

the external monitor if it is DIGITAL
PC.

Commercial VGA cable

External monitor

Projector

Computer

Commercial Audio cable

You can input an audio signal
corresponding to 3 image
input systems.
Connect to the AUDIO IN ter­minal corresponding to the
type of the input image signal.

for DEGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-1

for ANALOG IN-2

AUDIO IN terminal

SX7 MarkII

Projector

z The speaker outputs the audio signal

corresponding to the selected image
signal.

z Use an audio cable without a built-in

resistor. Using an audio cable with a
built-in resistor turns down the sound.

z Connect the audio cable between the

AUDIO OUT terminal and an external
audio-visual equipment if you want to
output the audio signal to the audio­visual equipment (P68).

z The built-in speaker is monaural.

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Connecting to AUDIO IN Termi­nals (SX60)

Connect the audio cable to the AUDIO IN
terminal if you want to use the projectors
speaker.

Audio cable

AUDIO OUT terminal

Computer

Commercial Audio cable

AUDIO IN terminal

z Use an audio cable without a built-in

resistor. Using an audio cable with a
built-in resistor turns down the sound.

z The built-in speaker is monaural.
z The speaker plays the sound from the

equipment which the audio cable is
connected to regardless of the image
input signal.

Projector

SX60

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

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Starting Projection

Connect the power cord and turn on the projector to start the projection.

z Once the projector is turned off, it cannot be turned on for a while. Wait until the lamp is

cooled down and the [POWER] indicator lights in red.

Connect the Ground Terminal

Connect the ground terminal on the power plug to ground. Otherwise, the operating

Caution

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

computer may suffer electromagnetic radiation problems and poor reception by TV and
radio.

Unplug the Power Cord When the Projector is Not in Use

The projector constantly consumes approximately 7W power even when it is turned off.
To ensure safety, malfunction prevention, and power saving, remove the power plug
from the AC outlet when the projector is not used for an extended period of time.

1 Connect the power cord.

Fully insert the power cord plug into the socket.
The [POWER] indicator flashes red.

2 Remove the lens cap and press the [POWER] button.

The [POWER] indicator flashes green, and
then lights in green.

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The countdown window is displayed for approximately 20 seconds, and then the guid­ing message for the auto setup function appears.
Adjust the focus by performing the auto setup or the focus adjustment if you cannot
read the message due to out of focus. (P46, 51)
The LED illumination lamp blinks blue until the projection is started.
To project an image immediately, press the [OK] button.

z Enter a password if the Password input screen appears (P116, 117).
z You can turn on the projector by connecting the power cord without pressing the [POWER]

button (direct power on) (P112).

z You can display a specified Logo on the countdown screen (P100).
z You can specify whether to enable or disable the LED illumination lamp (P115).
z You can skip the countdown window (P100).

Selecting a Language

A window appears when the projector is turned on for the first time. You can select a
language to be used by the projector for displaying menus and so on in the window.
Select your language as shown below.
Select a language with the POINTER buttons and press the [OK] button.

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

An item highlighted in orange will be selected.

z Adjust the focus by performing the focus adjustment if it is out of focus (P51).
z You can change the language from the menu at a later time (P113).

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Adjusting the Image

Adjusting the Image Size (ZOOM)

Adjust the image size in accordance with the screen.

1 Press the [ZOOM] button.

The Zoom adjustment window appears.

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

2 Adjust the image size.

Zoom in:

<

Press [ ] for rough adjustment.
Press [>] for fine adjustment.

Zoom out:

Press [ ] for rough adjustment.
Press [<] for fine adjustment.

<

3 Press the [OK] button.

z Change the projector installation position if your desired image size is too large or too small

to adjust with the zoom function (P32).

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Adjusting the Projection Angle

You can adjust the projection angle with the adjustable foot.

1 Lift the front side of the projector and push the

adjusting foot lock button.

The adjustable foot extends.

2 Adjust the projection angle while pushing the

adjustable foot lock button, and then release
the lock button.

The adjustable feet is fixed.

z With the adjustable foot, the projection angle

can be adjusted up to 10 degrees.

z If the projector is tilting in the lateral direction,

use the rear adjustable feet on both sides to
adjust its angle. You can adjust up to 10mm
with one foot.

If Keystone Distortion is Too Large

Extending the adjustable foot too far causes keystone distortion. If the distortion is too
large, adjust the height of the projector with a pedestal.
The keystone distortion can be corrected with the Auto keystone function or by pressing
the [KEYSTONE] button. (P46, 52, 70)

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

Keystone Distortion

Pedestal

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Preparing the Computer

Determining the Output Resolution of the Computer

To make the most of the display performance of this projector, set output signal resolution
of the computer to an optimum value.

Windows 7

1. Open the [Control Panel] from the start
menu, then select [Appearance and Per­sonalization] – [Adjust screen resolution] in
the [Control Panel Home].

2. Click the [Resolution] pull-down menu and

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

move the slider to select "1400 x 1050". If
this resolution is not available, select the
highest resolution under 1400 x 1050.

3. Click the [OK] button.

Windows Vista

1. Open the [Control Panel] from the start
menu, then select [Appearance and Per­sonalization] – [Adjust screen resolution] in
the [Control Panel Home].

2. Select "1400 x 1050 pixels" or a resolution
closest to the output signal resolution of the
computer.

3. Click the [OK] button.

Windows XP

1. Right-click on the desktop background and
select [Properties] to open the [Display
Properties].

2. Click the [Settings] tab, and under [Screen
Resolution], select "1400 x 1050 pixels" or a
resolution closest to the output signal reso­lution of the computer.

3. Click the [OK] button.

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Macintosh OSX

1. Open the Apple Menu and select [System
Environment Setting].

2. In the System Environment Setting win­dow, click the [Displays] icon to display
the Display window.

3. Select the [Display] tab and select "1400 x
1050" or a resolution closest to the output
signal resolution of the computer from the
[Resolution] list.

4. Close [System Environment Setting] win­dow.

For SX7 MarkII/SX60

z If the display resolution of the computer is set to SXGA (1280 by 1024 dots) or WXGA (1280

by 768 dots), it is recommended to select [True size] as the screen mode (P90).

Projecting the Image from the Notebook Computer

You can turn on the external monitor output via keyboard operation.
To turn on the external monitor output, press an icon for an external monitor or a function
key ([F1] to [F12]) while holding [Fn] key down.

While holding key Press a key such as or

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

z The function keys you use and the method used to turn on the external monitor output vary

depending on the model. For details, see the instructions of your notebook computer.

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Performing the Auto Setup

With the auto setup function, the following set of adjustments is performed automatically
when projecting an image from a computer. You can start the projection only with this oper­ation if the input signal has been appropriately selected.

Auto focus

Adjusts the focusing automatically.

Auto keystone

Corrects the keystone distortion (in the vertical direction) automatically.

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

Auto input

Sets the image input signal automatically.

Auto screen color*

Performs the screen color correction (white balance adjustment) automati­cally.

*: This is not enabled at the factory.

z Among 4 functions above, the function that has been enabled in the menu is performed

during the auto setup. "Auto focus", "Auto keystone", and "Auto input" are enabled in the fac­tory.

z You can manually set or adjust each function. You can set or adjust a specific function inde-

pendently if you press the [AUTO SET] button during the manual adjustment.

z Select [Greenboard] from [Screen color] when using a greenboard (dark green) as a screen

(P98).

z The auto focusing and the screen color correction may not be performed properly depend-

ing on the brightness of the room or the condition of the screen. Adjust the image manually
if such is the case.

z If you select [16:9] for [Screen aspect], [Auto screen color] may not correct the screen color

properly. If such is the case, correct it manually.

z If you select [16:9 D. image shift] for [Screen aspect], the auto setup function will be dis-

abled.

z If you project an image straight up or down, [Auto focus] and [Auto keystone] will be dis-

abled.

1 Select an input signal.

Select an appropriate input signal by following the steps in the "Selecting an Input Sig­nal" section at the page 48 if you change the input signal due to changing the connec­tion to the computer or so.
Skip this step if you have not changed the input signal since the last projection.

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2 Press the [AUTO SET] button.

The Auto setup window appears.

3 Press the [AUTO SET] button again.

One or more functions highlighted in black are performed automatically.

z You can perform this step by selecting [OK] with the [<] button, and then pressing the [OK]

button.

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Selecting an Input Signal

You can select an input signal type.

Select an input signal from the followings:
ANALOG PC-1 : Analog signal Connecting with a DVI/Mini D-sub 15-pin cable

(supplied cable)
DIGITAL PC : Digital signal Connecting with a DVI digital cable
ANALOG PC-2 : Analog signal Connecting with a VGA cable or 5-BNC cable

Select an appropriate input signal before starting the auto setup function by following the
steps below if you change the input signal due to changing the connection to the computer
or so.

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z An LED for a terminal flashes in green if a cable is connected and an input signal is con-

firmed. An LED for a terminal turns on if the projected image is obtained through the termi­nal (P26, 27).

z Connecting a DVI cable to Input Terminal-1, select the appropriate input signal with the

[INPUT] button in accordance with the setting on the computer (digital signal/analog sig­nal).

 Selecting [ANALOG PC-1] or [DIGITAL PC]

1 Press the [INPUT] button.

The [INPUT] window appears.

2 Select [ANALOG PC-1] or [DIGITAL PC] in the menu with the [INPUT] button.

The selection is toggled through available input signal types from above.

z You can select any input signal type from all options through the [ ] / [ ] button.

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<

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3 If the target input signal is unavailable from the list at the left, press the [>] button, and

then press the [ ] / [ ] button to select the target input signal from the list at the right.

<

<

4 Press the [OK] button.

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 Selecting ANALOG PC-2

z Select [ANALOG PC-2] for Input Terminal-2.

1 Press the [INPUT] button.

The [INPUT] window appears.

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2 Select the second top item in the menu with the [INPUT] button.

The selection is toggled through available input signals from above.

z You can select any input signal type from all options through the [ ] / [ ] button.

3 If the ANALOG PC-2 is unavailable from the list at the left, press [>], and then press [ ]

<

/ [ ] to select the ANALOG PC-2 from the list at the right.

<

<

4 Press the [OK] button.

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Adjusting the Focus

You can adjust the focus.
Follow the steps below to adjust the focus manually if the Auto setup function (Auto focus)
does not adjust the focus appropriately.

1 Press the [FOCUS] button.

The Focus adjustment window appears.

2 Press the POINTER buttons to adjust the focus.

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Rough adjustment: [ ] [ ]
Fine adjustment : [<] [>]

z You can activate the Auto focus function if you press the [AUTO SET] button now.

However, if you select [16:9 D. image shift] for [Screen aspect], the auto focus function
will be disabled.

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3 Press the [OK] button.

z The projected image may be out of focus if the projection distance is beyond the range of

1.2 m (3.9') to 9 m (29.5'). Move the projector installation position if such is the case (P32).

<

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Adjusting Keystone Distortion

The Auto setup function (Auto keystone) automatically adjusts the keystone distortion in a
longitudinal direction. Follow the steps below if the function does not adjust the distortion
appropriately or you want to adjust the keystone distortion in a horizontal direction.

1 Press the [KEYSTONE] button.

The [Keystone adjustment] windows appears.

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2 Press the POINTER buttons to adjust the focus.

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To reduce the length of the
upper edge, press [ ].

To reduce the length of the left
edge, press [<].

z You can activate the Auto keystone function if you press the [AUTO SET] button now.

<

To reduce the length of the
lower edge, press [ ].

To reduce the length of the
right edge, press [>].

<

3 Press the [OK] button.

z The result of keystone adjustment is memorized. If you place the projector at the same posi-

tion, the keystone adjustment is not necessary.

z When the Keystone adjustment is selected, signals are processed digitally. The image may

look different from the original one.

z The aspect ratio of the image may change after the keystone adjustment.
z Keystone can be adjusted vertically and horizontally within the range of +/-20 degrees. The

amount of adjustment may be less than +/-20 degrees depending on the combination of the
amount of optical zooming, input signal type, and adjustment direction (vertical or horizon­tal).

z If the keystone distortion is too large to adjust, move the projector installation position (P32).
z To reset the keystone adjustment to 0, press the [KEYSTONE] button again to display the

[Keystone reset] window. On the window, select [OK] with the [<] button, and then press the
[OK] button.

z If you select [16:9 D. image shift] for [Screen aspect], the keystone adjustment will be dis-

abled. Project the image at right angle to the screen.

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Setting Up the Computer Screen Automatically (AUTO PC)

This projector automatically makes optimum settings for the total number of dots and track­ing depending on a signal type (SXGA+, XGA, etc.).
The auto PC adjustment function does not need to be performed if the projector is project­ing an image properly with [Auto Setup].
You can use this function if the input signal is [ANALOG PC-1] or [ANALOG PC-2].

1 Press the [AUTO PC] button.

The auto PC adjustment function is activated and the projected image is optimized.

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z For some computers, the auto PC adjustment function does not optimize the projected

image. If such is the case, you need to make settings (input signal select, total dots, track­ing, horizontal/vertical positions, horizontal/vertical pixels, etc.) for the input signal (P91, 93-

95).

z The previous signal type ([ANALOG PC-1] or [ANALOG PC-2]) is recorded. If you connect

the projector to the same computer, you can project the image with the same settings as
before simply by selecting the input signal.

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Selecting an Image Mode (IMAGE)

You can select an image mode depending on the projecting image. You can also adjust the
image quality (sharpness, gamma, color correction, etc.) as you like.

1 Press the [IMAGE] button.

(SX7 MarkII)

The Image mode window appears. The selection is toggled among following modes
by pressing the button.

[Standard] Select this to project an image with near-original quality and a

high regard for reproduction of white. It is also suited to project
moving pictures such as a TV program or a DVD movie in a
bright room.

[Presentation] Select this to project an image with quality suited for the pre-

sentation. It also suited to project moving pictures with a high
regard for the brightness.

*1

[Movie]

*2

[Photo]

[AdobeRGB] Select this if you want to project an image in the display mode

[sRGB] Select this if you want to project an image in the display mode

[Home Cinema] Select this to project a movie with quality suited to seriously

Select this to project moving pictures of all kinds. Its bright­ness is suited to easily enjoy the atmosphere of a movie the­ater in a dim room.

If you select [Photo] for [Image mode], make sure to set
[Ambient light] in the [Image adjustment] as well.
You can correct an image according to the ambient light
based on [sRGB] in [Image mode] and project the image with
higher tone on the screen by setting [Ambient light]. It is suited
to project an ornamental photo, etc. under an ambient light.

conforming to Adobe RGB color space. You can project an
image with more accurate color reproduction since It has
wider color gamut than sRGB.

conforming to Windows standard color space. It is suited to
project an image shot by an sRGB-compatible digital camera.

enjoy the atmosphere of a movie theater in a dark room.

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*1 It is available if the input signal is [DIGITAL VIDEO], [COMPONENT], [VIDEO] or [S-VIDEO].
*2 It is available if the input signal is [ANALOG PC-1], [ANALOG PC-2], or [DIGITAL PC].

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SX7 MarkII SX60

Standard
Presentation
Movie
Photo
AdobeRGB

Standard
Presentation
Movie
Home Cinema
sRGB

sRGB

z You can adjust the followings for each image mode. For detailed information on the proce-

dures, refer to "Image Adjustment Menu" (P102 to 110).

- Brightness Adjust this when the image is too bright or dark.

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- Contrast Adjust this to decrease or increase contrast of the entire image.

- Sharpness Adjust this to soften or sharpen an image.

- Gamma Adjust this when light or dark portions of an image are obscure.

- Color adjustment
Adjust this to adjust the color level and balance.

- Advanced adjustment
Adjust this when color tones are different from those of the original image.

z The results of adjustments are saved for each input signal. Once you save them, you can

project images with the same settings.

z You can set an image mode from the menu. Refer to [Image mode] section in the menu

(P102)

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Selecting a Screen Mode (Aspect)

You can select one of the following screen modes depending on the aspect ratio or display
resolution of your computer.

z You can specify the aspect ratio from the menu. Refer to [Aspect] in the menu (P90).
z The available screen mode will be different depending on the setting of [Screen

aspect]. Refer to the section [Screen aspect] (P59).

 Full screen

Select this to project a computer screen with aspect ratio of
4:3 (SXGA+ [1400 by 1050 dots] or XGA [1024 by 768 dots]).
If you select this mode to project the computer screen with
aspect ratio of 5:4 (SXGA [1280 by 1024 dots]), it is com­pressed vertically or horizontally.
Select this mode under normal conditions.
[Full screen] will be disappeared from the menu screen if you
select [16:9] or [16:9 D. image shift] for [Screen aspect].

 4:3

Select this to display a computer screen with aspect ratio of
4:3 on the 16:9 screen if you have selected [16:9 D. image
shift] for [Screen aspect].

 Auto

Select this to project a wide screen or computer screen with
aspect ratio of 5:4 (SXGA).
Since the image is projected with it fitted to either the width or
length of the computer screen, it does not display the top and
bottom portions or the leftmost and rightmost portions of the
image.

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 Wide

Select this to project a computer screen with aspect ratio of
16:9.
Since the image is projected with it fitted to the width of the
computer screen, it blackens the top and bottom portions of
the screen.

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 True size

Select this if you want to project a computer screen in its orig­inal size.
A clear image can be obtained because of no image pro­cessing.

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z If the display resolution of the computer is higher than 1400 by 1050 dots, select a lower

resolution before starting projection.

z The upper, lower, left, and/or right portions of a projected image may be missing depending

on the Aspect setting.

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Selecting Aspect Ratio of the Projecting Image (Screen aspect)

You can select among three aspect ratios of the projecting image according to the aspect
ratio of the projected screen.
You can project an image on the whole screen by setting [Screen aspect].
z You can set [Screen aspect] from menu. Refer to the section [Screen aspect] on the

menu for details. (P101)

 4:3

Select this when you use a screen with aspect ratio of 4:3.

 16:9

Select this when you use a screen with aspect ratio of 16:9.

z [Wide] is automatically selected for [Aspect].
z [Auto screen color] may not correct the screen color properly. If such is the case, correct it

manually. (P98)

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 16:9 D. image shift

Perform the following steps to shift the projected image.

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[ ]: Moves up the image.

[ ]: Moves down the image.

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1 Press the [KEYSTONE] button on the top control or remote control to open the [D.

image shift adjustment] screen.

2 Press [ ] / [ ] on the top control or remote control to adjust its vertical position.

<

<

3 Press the [OK] button.

Select [4:3] from the [Aspect] menu if you want to project a video image with aspect ratio of
4:3 in this mode. (P57)

z Keystone adjustment will be disabled. Project the image at right angle to the screen.
z [Auto focus], [Auto keystone], and [Auto screen color] are disabled in the [Auto setup] func-

tion.

z You cannot register the image for [Projector on], [No signal screen], or [NO SHOW].
z [SPOT] will be disabled.

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Turning Off the Projector

z You may shorten the lamp life if turning off the projector while its lamp is still in an unstable

state shortly after turning on the projector. Wait at least 5 minutes before turning off the pro­jector.

z Wait at least 5 minutes before turning on the projector when you turn off the projector. It may

shorten the lamp life if you turn on the projector immediately after turning it off.

z Using the projector for a long time may shorten the life of the lamp and internal optical com-

ponents.

z When the projector is turned off, it starts cooling the lamp. You cannot turn it on during the

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process.

1 Press the [POWER] button.

A confirmation message appears on the screen.

To continue projection, wait until the confirmation message disappears (approximately
4 seconds) or press a button other than the [POWER] button.

2 Press the [POWER] button again while the confirmation message is displayed.

The lamp goes off, the [POWER] indicator starts flashing in red, and it starts cooling
the lamp.

3 Remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

It continues to cool down the lamp even after removing the power cord.

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z Wait until the cooling fan stops before putting the projector in the carrying bag. Do not put

the projector in the carrying bag until the cooling fan stops rotating. The projector may be
damaged due to the heat.

z Attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it and put the projector in the carrying bag.

Replace the adjustable foot to prevent the damage on the projector.

z You can carry the projector immediately after the use ("Off & Go" function).
z You can turn off the projector by disconnecting the power cord without pressing the

[POWER] button.

z The LED illumination lamp turns on to indicate the lamp is being cooled when the power

cord is connected.

Setting Up the Power Management Function

You can use the power management function that turns off the lamp if the projector
receives no signal input for a while.
If you enable the power management mode, the projector displays a countdown timer if the
projector is receiving no signal input and is not operated for 30 seconds, and approxi­mately 5 minutes later the lamp is turned off and the projector goes into the power man­agement mode.
You can select one of the following power management modes from the menu (P111).

Standby mode

Select this mode if you want to start projection soon.
In the standby mode, the lamp is turned off and cooled down. When the lamp has been
cooled down, the [POWER] indicator starts flashing in red and green to indicate it is
standby. It will start projection if the input signal is inputted or any button on the top control
or remote control is pressed.

Exit mode

Select this mode to turn off the projector automatically.
In the exit mode, the lamp is turned off and cooled down. When the lamp has been cooled
down, the [POWER] indicator stops flashing in red and stays on and the power is turned
off.

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z The projector becomes inoperative when the lamp is being cooled in a power management

mode.

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Table of contents/Safety Instructions

Before Use

Setting Up the Projector

PROJECTING AN
IMAGE FROM
AV EQUIPMENT

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Connecting the Projector to an AV Equipment

Connect the projector and AV equipment.

Connecting to Video Terminals

Supplied component cable

Connecting to the RCA

component terminal

Connecting to the D terminal

AV equipment

Video output terminal

(RCA component terminal) (D terminal)

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Commercial
component cable
(RCA x 3)

Supplied
component cable
(RCA/Mini D-sub
15-pin)

Projector

Connect the RCA
cables according
to color code.

z Green (Y)
z Blue (Cb/Pb)
z Red (Cr/Pr)

Component input terminal
(ANALOG IN-2)

Commercial
component cable
(D terminal/RCA x 3)

Supplied
component cable
(RCA/Mini D-sub
15-pin)

INPUT Signal: [COMPONENT] is selected automatically

z Before connecting cables, turn off both the projector and AV equipment.
z The above illustrations are just examples. For more detailed information, refer to the manual

for the connecting AV equipment.

About the Component Cable

The projector cannot be connected to an AV equipment only with the supplied component
cable (RCA/Mini D-sub 15-pin). Please purchase either of the following cables according to the
type of the terminal on the AV equipment:

z RCA terminal: RCA x 3/RCA x 3 cable
z D-terminal: D-terminal/RCA x 3 cable

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SCART cable

(SCART terminal)

AV equipment

Digital cable

You can project digital content via the HDMI or DVI
terminal.

AV equipment

Digital video

output

(HDMI terminal) (DVI terminal)

terminal

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LV-CA31 cable

Input Terminal-2
(ANALOG IN-2)

Projector

INPUT Signal: Select [SCART] (P72)

Commercial HDMI adapter cable

Commercial DVI cable

Input Ter minal-1

Projector

(DIGITAL IN)

INPUT Signal: Select [DIGITAL VIDEO] (P71)

z Set the input signal as [COMPONENT] by referring to "Projecting an Image from the Com-

puter" and "5-BNC cable" if you want to connect the projector to an AV equipment using a 5­BNC extension cable via an video control apparatus in a hall or so (P37).

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S-VIDEO cable

Video cable

S-VIDEO output terminal
(S-VIDEO OUT terminal)

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S-VIDEO input
terminal
(S-VIDEO IN)

SX7 MarkII

SX60

AV equipment

Commercial S-VIDEO video cable

Projector

Video output terminal
(VIDEO OUT terminal)

Commercial Video cable

Video input
terminal
(VIDEO IN)

SX7 MarkII

SX60

AV equipment

Projector

INPUT Signal: [S-VIDEO] is selected automati­cally

INPUT Signal: [VIDEO] is selected automati­cally

z Connect an audio cable if you want to use the projector's speaker.

(SX7 II: P67, SX60: P39)

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Connecting to AUDIO IN Terminals (SX7 II)

Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO IN terminal corresponding to the input image signal
if you want to use the projector’s speaker.

Audio cable

AV equipment

AUDIO OUT terminal

(RCA terminal) (Stereo mini jack)

Commercial audio cable

You can input an audio signal
corresponding to 3 image
input systems.
Connect to the AUDIO IN ter­minal corresponding to the
type of the input image signal.

mini jack)

Audio input terminal
(AUDIO IN)

(Stereo mini jack)(RCA/Stereo

for DEGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-1

for ANALOG IN-2

for VIDEO IN/S-VIDEO IN

Projector

SX7 MarkII

z The speaker outputs the audio signal corresponding to the selected image signal.
z Use an audio cable without a built-in resistor. Using an audio cable with a built-in resistor

turns down the sound.

z Connect the audio cable between the AUDIO OUT terminal and an external audio-visual

equipment if you want to output the audio signal to the audio-visual equipment (P68).

z The built-in speaker is monaural.

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Connecting to AUDIO OUT Termi­nals (SX7 II)

Connect the audio cable between the
AUDIO OUT terminal and an external audio­visual equipment if you want to output the
audio signal to the audio-visual equipment.

Audio cable

AV equipment

AUDIO IN terminal

(RCA terminal) (Stereo mini jack)

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Commercial audio cable

(RCA/Stereo

mini jack)

The audio-visual
equipment outputs
the audio signal
corresponding to
the selected image
signal.

(Stereo mini jack)

Audio output terminal
(AUDIO OUT)

Projector

SX7 MarkII

z Use an audio cable without a built-in resistor. Using an audio cable with a built-in resistor

turns down the sound.

z You can adjust the volume level of the audio signal to the audio-visual equipment with the

remote controller or the buttons on the top control of the projector.

z The internal speaker is disabled if you input the audio cable to the AUDIO OUT terminal.
z If you connect the projector directly to a speaker, make sure to use the amplified speaker.

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Projecting a Video Image from an AV Equipment

S

You can project a video image with the steps similar to those for projecting an image from a
computer.
This section provides information specific to the projection from an AV equipment.

For more detailed information for each step, refer to the corresponding page.

1 Turn on the projector. P40*

z Connect the power cord and turn on the projector. P40

z Adjust the height of the projecting image. P43

z Select a display language for the first time. P41
z Adjust the focus by performing the auto setup or the focus adjustment if you can-

not read the message due to out of focus. P46, 51

2 Prepare the AV equipment.

z Turn on the AV equipment and start playing the video image.

For digital content video image:

3 Press the button to switch the input signal. P70

z Select [DIGITAL VIDEO] as the input signal.

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4 Press the button twice. P70

z Adjust the input signal, focusing, keystone distortion, and so on automatically

using the auto setup function.

5 Press the button.

z Select an appropriate image mode depending on the projecting image. P55*
z Select an appropriate screen mode from the [Aspect] menu. P73, 90, 91

topping projection...

Turn off the projector. P60*

z Turn off the projector and remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

* Those steps are same as those for projecting the computer screen.

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Performing the Auto Setup

With the auto setup function, a series of screen adjustment and settings, such as Auto
focus and Auto keystone is performed automatically when projecting a video image from
an AV equipment. You can start the projection only with this operation if the input signal has
been appropriately selected.
Refer to page 46 for detailed information on items adjusted by performing the auto setup.

1 Select [DIGITAL VIDEO].

Perform the steps shown in the "Selecting DIGITAL VIDEO" section on page 71 before
performing the auto setup if you want to project a digital content video image.
Skip this step if [DIGITAL VIDEO] has been selected at the previous projection.

2 Press the [AUTO SET] button.

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The [Auto setup] window appears.

3 Press the [AUTO SET] button again.

One or more functions highlighted in black are performed automatically.

z You can perform this step by selecting [OK] with the [<] button, and then pressing the

[OK] button.

Selecting an Input Signal

Select [DIGITAL VIDEO] among the following input signals by following the steps shown in
the "Selecting DIGITAL VIDEO" section below if you want to project a digital content video
image.

DIGITAL VIDEO : Digital signal Connecting with an HDMI/DVI cable or DVI digital

cable
COMPONENT : Component signal Connecting with a supplied component cable
SCART : SCART signal Connecting with a supplied SCART cable
VIDEO : Video signal Connecting with a video cable
S-VIDEO : S-VIDEO Connecting with an S-Video cable

The component, video, and S-VIDEO signals are automatically set if a cable is connected
and the input signal is confirmed.

z A LED (green) on a terminal flashes when an input signal is confirmed. The LED turns on if

the signal is selected and projected (P26, 27).

z Connecting with a HDMI/DVI cable, the image may be projected with the minimum resolu-

tion (480p or 575p) due to the specification of the AV equipment.

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 Selecting DIGITAL VIDEO

1 Press the [INPUT] button.

The [INPUT] window appears.

2 Select the top item in the menu with the [INPUT] button.

The selection is toggled through available input signal types from above.

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z You can select any input signal type from all options through the [ ] / [ ] button.

3 If [DIGITAL VIDEO] is unavailable from the list at the left, press [>], and then press [ ] /

<

[ ] to select it from the list at the right.

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<

4 Press the [OK] button.

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 Selecting SCART

z Select [SCART] for Input Terminal-2.

1 Press the [INPUT] button.

The [INPUT] window appears.

2 Select the second top item in the menu with the [INPUT] button.

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The selection is toggled through available input signals from above.

z You can select any input signal type from all options through the [ ] / [ ] button.

3 If the SCART is unavailable from the list at the left, press [>], and then press [ ] / [ ] to

select the SCART from the list at the right.

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<

<

4 Press the [OK] button.

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Selecting a Screen Mode (Aspect)

You can select one of the following screen modes depending on the aspect ratio of your AV
equipment or content software.
z You can specify the aspect ratio from the menu. Refer to [Aspect] in the menu (P90,

91).

z The available screen mode will be different depending on the setting of [Screen

aspect]. Refer to the section [Screen aspect] for details (P74).

 Full screen

Select this to project a video image with aspect
ratio of 4:3.
[Full screen] will be disappeared from the menu
screen if you select [16:9] or [16:9 D. image shift]
for [Screen aspect].

 4:3

Select this to project a screen with aspect ratio of
4:3 on the 16:9 screen if you have selected [16:9]
or [16:9 D. image shift] for [Screen aspect].

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 Wide

Select this to project a video image with aspect
ratio of 16:9.

z Refer to the table on the page 133 for more

detailed information on the screen size for the
wide screen.

 Auto ([DIGITAL VIDEO]/[COMPONENT])

Select this to switch between [Full screen] and
[Wide] automatically in accordance with the video
image.

z The upper, lower, left and right portions of a

projected image may be missing depending
on the [Aspect] setting.

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Selecting Aspect Ratio of the Projecting Image (Screen aspect)

You can select among three aspect ratios of the projecting image according to the aspect
ratio of the projected screen.
You can project an image on the whole screen by setting [Screen aspect].
z You can set [Screen aspect] from menu. Refer to the section [Screen aspect] on the

menu for details (P101).

 4:3

Select this when you use a screen with aspect ratio of 4:3.
The following table shows the available [Aspect] mode for each input signal.

Input signal Available [Aspect] mode

VIDEO
S-VIDEO

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SCART

COMPONENT
DIGITAL VIDEO

 16:9

Select this when you use a screen with aspect ratio of 16:9.
Select [4:3] from the [Aspect] menu if you want to project a video image with aspect ratio of
4:3 in this mode (P73).
The following table shows the available [Aspect] mode for each input signal.

Input signal Available [Aspect] mode

VIDEO
S-VIDEO
SCART

COMPONENT (480i/575i/480p/575p)
DIGITAL VIDEO (480p/575p)

COMPONENT (720p/1035i/1080i)
DIGITAL VIDEO (720p/1080i)

Full screen
Wide

Full screen
Auto
Wide

4:3
Wide

4:3
Wide

Wide

z [Auto screen color] may not correct the screen color properly. If such is the case, correct it

manually. (P98)

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 16:9 D. image shift

Select this when you use a screen with aspect ratio of 16:9. You can vertically shift or fine­tune the position of the undistorted image without the keystone adjustment.
Refer to P59 for detailed information on shifting the image.
The following table shows the available [Aspect] mode for each input signal.

Input signal Available [Aspect] mode

VIDEO
S-VIDEO
SCART

COMPONENT (480i/575i/480p/575p)
DIGITAL VIDEO (480p/575p)

COMPONENT (720p/1035i/1080i)
DIGITAL VIDEO (720p/1080i)

4:3
Wide

4:3
Wide

Wide

Select [4:3] from the [Aspect] menu if you want to project a video image with aspect ratio of
4:3 in this mode (P73).

z Keystone adjustment will be disabled. Project the image at right angle to the screen.
z [Auto focus], [Auto keystone], and [Auto screen color] are disabled in the [Auto setup] func-

tion.

z You cannot register the image for [Projector on] or [No signal screen].
z [SPOT] will be disabled.

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Before Use

Setting Up the Projector

USEFUL
FUNCTIONS
AVAILABLE
DURING A
PRESENTATION

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Blackened Out an Image Temporarily

X Useful when:

X You finished the presentation.
X You want to divert attendees' attention

from the screen.

Blacken out the image temporarily.

Blackening out an Image

USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATION

The screen changes to black or blue.

Showing the Image Again

Press the button to show the image
again.

z You can capture a specified logo

(SX60) (P98).

z You can show a logo such as a com-

pany logo while blackening out the
image (SX60) (P100).

z The (middle) LED illumination lamp on

the top control flash slowly while
blackening out the image.

z A guiding message appears if you

press an invalid button while the NO
SHOW function is on.

Freezing the Picture

X Useful when:

X You want to perform a computer opera-

tion which is irrelevant to the proceed­ings of the presentation.

X You want to stop a moving image.

Freeze the moving image.

Freezing an Image

The "FREEZE" message is shown on the
screen.

Canceling the FREEZE function

Press the button again to cancel the
FREEZE function.

z You can expand or reduce the frozen

image (P81).

z The (left and right) LED illumination

lamps on the top control flashes
slowly while stopping the image.

z A guiding message appears if you

press an invalid button while the
FREEZE function is on.

z The lamp keeps a turn-on state while

the NO SHOW function is on.

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Muting the Sound

Adjusting the Volume

X Useful when:

X You want to immediately mute the sound

from the projector.

Mute the sound temporarily.

Muting the Sound

The projector shows the [MUTE] icon on
the screen.

Canceling the MUTE function

Press the button again to cancel the
MUTE function.

Pressing the button also cancels the
MUTE function.

z For SX7 MarkII, you can also mute the

audio with the same operation when
you output the audio to the external
audio-visual equipment.

X Useful when:

X You want to adjust the volume level of

the projectors speaker.

Adjusting the Volume

Volume bar appears on the screen.

USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATION

z Adjust the volume or mute setting on

the computer if the volume level is too
low.

z For SX7 MarkII, you can also adjust

the volume level with the same opera­tion when you output the audio to the
external audio-visual equipment.

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Showing the Elapsed Time

Page Up or Down through the Pages

X Useful when:

X You want to manage the proceedings of

the presentation.

The elapsed time from 00:00 to 59:59 is
displayed at the lower right corner of the
screen.

USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATION

Starting the Countdown

Press this button once to display the timer
and start counting.

Stopping the Countdown

Press the button again to stop the
countdown.

X Useful when:

X You want to page up or down through

the projected application pages with the
remote control.

You can page up or down in the projected
application with the supplied remote con­trol.

Page Up

Page Down

Canceling the Countdown

Press the button again to disappear the
timer.

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z This function is available only if the

projector and the computer are con­nected via the USB cable that came
with your projector (P82).

z This function acts as the Page Up and

Page Down keys on the computer
keyboard. You can not use this func­tion depending on the application.

Zooming an Image

X Useful when:

X Zoom in an object such as a small

graph during a presentation.

X Moving unnecessary information off the

screen to focus on the current subject.

Zoom the projected image.

Zooming In an Image

Moving an Image to the Desired Position

If the image you want to zoom in stays out
of the screen or out of the center of the
screen, you can move it to the desired
position.

Press this button repeatedly until the image
becomes the desired size.

z The magnification appears on the

screen when you press the [D.ZOOM]
button.

z The zoom ratio is 1x to 12x.
z You can freeze the enlarged image.
z Press the [OK] button to cancel the

digital zoom function.

z The following guiding message

appears if you press an invalid button
during operating the digital zoom
function.

USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATION

Zooming Out an Image

Press this button repeatedly until the image
becomes the desired size.
You can restore the original size of the
image by pressing the [OK] button.

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Operating a Mouse with the Remote Control

X Useful when:

X You want to operate a mouse with the

remote control.

You can use the supplied remote control as
the wireless mouse for your computer.

Connecting a USB Cable

Make sure that both the computer and pro­jector are turned off, and then connect the
supplied USB cable between the USB ter­minals on the computer and the projector.

z This function is supported on Windows

7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac
OS 9.2 and later.

Moving the Cursor

USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATION

USB terminal

USB terminal

You can move the mouse cursor vertically
and horizontally.

Computer

Using the Left Button of the Mouse

USB cable

You can click, double-click, or drag an
object with this button.

Using the Right Button of the Mouse

Projector

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Pointing with a Spotlight

X Useful when:

X You want to point to a portion of an

image that should draw attendees'
attention.

Highlight a desired portion of the projected
image with a spotlight.

Showing the Spotlight

Moving the Spotlight

Move the spotlight to a desired position.

z If you select [16:9 D. image shift] for

[Screen aspect], the SPOT function
will be disabled.

z Press the [OK] button to cancel the

SPOT function.

USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATION

A spotlight appears at the center of the
screen and the image becomes dark
except for the spotlight.

Press the button repeatedly to change
the shape of the spotlight.

No mark

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Before Use

Setting Up the Projector

SETTING UP
FUNCTIONS
FROM MENUS

Projecting an Image from the Computer

Projecting an Image from AV Equipment

Useful Functions Available During a Presentation

Setting Up Functions from Menus

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Index

Setting Up Functions from Menus

How to Use Menus

Some of the projector's function are used through the menu screen.
It consists of following three menus.

Display settings menu (P90)

This menu is used to select an input
signal and make various settings
related to display.

Image adjustment menu (P102)

This menu is used to make various
adjustments to the projected image.
You can make the adjustments
according to your preference while
checking the image.

System settings menu (P111)

This menu is used to set various func­tions of the projector.

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

You can set them regardless of the
input signal.

* The menu items may differ depending on the input signal.

The projector stores the settings for each input signal (8) and image mode (up to 5).

Symbols Indicating Item Categories

Menu items are classified into two categories, menu items used to project the image
from the computer and menu items used to project the image from the AV equipment.

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Menu item used when projecting an image
from the computer.

DIGITAL PC

ANALOG PC

DIGITAL PC input DIGITAL VIDEO input

ANALOG PC-1/ANALOG PC-2 input COMPONENT input

Menu item used when projecting an
image from AV equipment.

DIGITAL VIDEO

COMP.

SCART

COMP./SCART

VIDEO/S-VIDEO

SCART input

COMPONENT input/SCART input

VIDEO input/S-VIDEO input

This section provides the basic operation on the menu.

1 Press the [MENU] button.

A menu window appears.

z Press the [MENU] button again to close

the menu window.

2 Press [<] / [>] to select the appropriate tab.

<

Press [ ] to move the cursor on the tab if it is
not on it.

3 Press [ ] / [ ] to select a menu item you want to set.

<

<

z Some menu items provide more detailed

menu items.

Image adjustment tab (Image adj.)

Display settings
tab

Menu items

System settings
tab

(Continue to the next page.)

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

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4 Set the menu item.

There are four types of menu items that you make a setting:

z Directly
z From a list
z With a slider
z In a different screen

z Directly

Example: Tracking

z From a list

Example: Aspect

Press [<] [>] to increase/decrease the
setting.

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

z With a slider

Example: Contrast

(SX7 MarkII)

Press [<] [>] to move the slider.

Press the [OK] button to display a list.
Press [ ] [ ] to select a desired setting.

z In a different screen

Example: Menu position

Press the [OK] button to display a dif­ferent screen. Then follow the instruc­tion on the screen.

<

<

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5 Press the [OK] button.

In some menu items, the setting is enabled just by making a selection.

6 Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

The menu disappears.

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Setting Display Status

Selecting a Screen Mode (1)

[Aspect]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

You can adjust the aspect ratio of the image pro­jected on the screen.

T

Display settings

T

Aspect

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

Full screen

4:3

Auto

Wide

Tru e si ze

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Each item may become unavailable

Projects a computer screen with
aspect ratio of 4:3 fully on the
screen with aspect ratio of 4:3.

Projects a computer screen with
aspect ratio of 4:3 within the screen
with aspect ratio of 16:9.

Projects an input signal image in the
maximum size with the aspect ratio
unchanged.

Projects a computer screen at 16:9
aspect ratio with its width matching
to the width of the projecting area.

Projects a computer screen in its
original size (no enlargement/reduc­tion).

depending on the setting of the input
signal or other menu items.

Selecting a Screen Mode (2)

[Aspect]

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP.

You can adjust the aspect ratio of the image pro­jected on the screen.

T

Display settings

T

Aspect

Auto

Full screen

4:3

Wide

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Each item may become unavailable

Switches among [Full screen], [4:3],
and [Wide] automatically in accor­dance with the video image from the
AV equipment.

Projects a normal image with aspect
ratio of 4:3 on the screen with
aspect ratio of 4:3.

Projects a image with aspect ratio of
4:3 within the screen with aspect
ratio of 16:9.

Projects a video image with aspect
ratio of 16:9.

depending on the setting of [Screen
aspect].

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Setting Display Status

Selecting a Screen Mode (3)

[Aspect]

VIDEO/S-VIDEO SCART

You can adjust the aspect ratio of the image pro­jected on the screen.

T

Display settings

T

Aspect

Full screen

4:3

Wide

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

Projects a normal image with aspect
ratio of 4:3 on the screen with
aspect ratio of 4:3.

Projects an image with aspect ratio
of 4:3 within the screen with aspect
ratio of 16:9.

Projects a video image with aspect
ratio of 16:9.

Selecting an Input Signal Type (1)

[Input signal select]

ANALOG PC

You can select a desired input signal type if the
auto PC adjustment function detects more than
one input signal types.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal select

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

Select an input signal type suitable for the com­puter from the displayed signal types.
Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z See P132 for the signal types sup-

ported by this projector.

z Each item may become unavailable

depending on the setting of [Screen
aspect].

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Selecting an Input Signal Type (2)

[Input signal select]

Selecting an Input Signal Type (3)

[Input signal select]

VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can select an input signal type manually if a
video image from a AV equipment is not pro­jected correctly (irregular color or no image).

T

Display settings

T

Input signal select

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

Auto

NTSC

PAL

SECAM

NTSC4.43

PAL- M

PAL- N

Selects the input signal automati­cally.

Select one of input signal types
shown on the left if video image is
not projected correctly in the [Auto]
mode.

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Confirm the input signal type accord-

ing to the User's Manual that came
with the AV equipment connected.

COMP./SCART

You can select an input signal type manually if a
video image from a AV equipment is not pro­jected correctly.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal select

Auto

1080i

1035i

720p

575p

480p

575i

480i

Selects the component format auto­matically according to the input sig­nal.

Select one of input signal types
shown on the left if video image is
not projected correctly in the [Auto]
mode. ("575i" is selected automati­cally for the SCART input.)

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Confirm the input signal type accord-

ing to the User's Manual that came
with the AV equipment connected.

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Setting Display Status

Adjusting the Total Number of Dots

[Total dots]

ANALOG PC

You can select the total number of dots in the
horizontal direction. Adjust the number of dots
when the image distorts or noise is displayed on
the screen at both sides.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal settings

T

Total dots

>

<

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

Increases the total number of dots.

Decreases the total number of dots.

Adjusting the Tracking

[Tracking]

ANALOG PC

You can fine-tune the timing for generating an
image from the image signal. Adjust the tracking
when the image flickers or distorts.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal settings

T

Tr ac k i ng

>

<

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

Increases the set value.

Decreases the set value.

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

z Perform this adjustment if the auto PC

adjustment function cannot adjust the
project image correctly.

z The setting is recorded for [ANALOG

PC-1] and [ANALOG PC-2] sepa­rately.

z Perform this adjustment if the auto PC

adjustment function cannot adjust the
project image correctly.

z The setting is recorded for [ANALOG

PC-1] and [ANALOG PC-2] sepa­rately.

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Adjusting the Horizontal Position

[Horizontal position]

Adjusting the Vertical Position

[Vertical position]

ANALOG PC

You can adjust the horizontal position of the
screen when the projected image is shifted in
the horizontal direction.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal settings

T

Horizontal position

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

>

<

Moves the screen to the right.

Moves the screen to the left.

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Perform this adjustment if the auto PC

adjustment function cannot adjust the
project image correctly.

z The setting is recorded for [ANALOG

PC-1] and [ANALOG PC-2] sepa­rately.

ANALOG PC

You can adjust the vertical position of the screen
when the projected image is shifted in the verti­cal direction.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal settings

T

Vertical position

>

<

Moves the screen up.

Moves the screen down.

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Perform this adjustment if the auto PC

adjustment function cannot adjust the
project image correctly.

z The setting is recorded for [ANALOG

PC-1] and [ANALOG PC-2] sepa­rately.

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Setting Display Status

Adjusting the Number of Horizontal Pixels

[Horizontal pixels]

ANALOG PC

You can adjust the number of the pixels in the
horizontal direction if the length of the screen is
too long or too short in the horizontal direction.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal settings

T

Horizontal pixels

>

<

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Perform this adjustment if the auto PC

z The setting is recorded for [ANALOG

Increases the number of pixels in
the horizontal direction.

Decreases the number of pixels in
the horizontal direction.

adjustment function cannot adjust the
project image correctly.

PC-1] and [ANALOG PC-2] sepa­rately.

Adjusting the Number of Vertical Pixels

[Vertical pixels]

ANALOG PC

You can adjust the number of the pixels in the
vertical direction if the length of the screen is too
long or too short in the vertical direction.

T

Display settings

T

Input signal settings

T

Vertical pixels

>

<

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z Perform this adjustment if the auto PC

z The setting is recorded for [ANALOG

Increases the number of pixels in
the vertical direction.

Decreases the number of pixels in
the vertical direction.

adjustment function cannot adjust the
project image correctly.

PC-1] and [ANALOG PC-2] sepa­rately.

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

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Performing Progressive Processing

[Progressive]

VIDEO/S-VIDEOCOMP.

You can accumulate and composite information
for a signal for a low resolution image to convert
it to a high resolution image.

Selecting a Menu Position

[Menu position]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can select the position of the menu dis­played on the screen.

T

Display settings

T

Progressive

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

Off

On

Auto

Does not perform the progressive
processing.

Performs the progressive process­ing.

Performs the appropriate progres­sive processing depending on the
input signal.

Press the [OK] button to confirm, and then press
the [MENU] button.

z You can use this function if the input

signal is VIDEO/S-VIDEO or the com­ponent signal is 575i or 480i.
You cannot use this function if the
component signal is 1080i, 1035i,
720p, 575p, or 480p.

z This setting is saved for the currently

selected input signal.

z Select [Off] when flickers and horizon-

tal lines are noticeable on a fast-mov­ing picture.

z See P136 for more detailed informa-

tion on the progressive processing.

T

Display settings

T

Menu position

Move the menu to the desired position with [ ],
[<], [ ], and [>], and then press the [OK] button.

<

<

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

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Performing the Ceiling-mounted/Rear Projection

[Image flip H/V]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can make this setting if you want to hang the
projector from the ceiling or project an image on
a transmissive screen.

T

Display settings

T

Image flip H/V

Setting Display Status

None (Normal image)

Ceiling mounted

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

None

Ceiling mounted

Rear

Rear, Ceiling mounted

Select this if you project an image
normally.

Select this if you project an image
with the projector hung from the
ceiling. The projected image is
inverted in both vertical and hori­zontal directions.

Select this if you project an image
from behind the screen. The pro­jected image is inverted in the hori­zontal direction.

Select this if you project an image
from behind the screen with the pro­jector hung from the ceiling. The
projected image is inverted in the
vertical direction.

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

Rear

Rear, Ceiling mounted

z When hanging the projector from the

ceiling, make sure to use optional
brackets. Contact your Canon dealer.

z The keystone adjustment will be reset.

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Correcting the Screen Color

[Screen color]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can adjust the while balance so that white
portions of the image are displayed correctly.

T

Display settings

T

Screen color

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

Capturing a Logo to Be Projected (SX60)

[Logo capture]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can project a desired image (logo) when
you turn on the projector, there is no input signal,
or you blacken a projecting image temporarily.

T

Display settings

T

User screen settings

T

Logo capture

Normal

Greenboard

Adjust

Projects an image in a color tone
similar to that of natural light on a
standard screen.
Projects an image in an almost natu­ral color tone on a greenboard (dark
green).
Adjusts color tone with the level
meter. To adjust the color tone auto­matically, press the [AUTO SET]
button when the following level
meter is displayed. Use this function
if the [Greenboard] setting is inade­quate.

If you manually adjust it, press [ ] or [ ]
button to select red, green, or blue.
[>] Increases the color tone of each color.
[<] Decreases the color tone of each color.

<

Press the [OK] button to confirm, and then press
the [MENU] button.

z If you select [16:9 D. image shift] for

[Screen aspect], the auto screen color
correction function will be disabled.

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OK

Cancel

Projects the image to be captured
on the screen. Surround the captur­ing area with the red frame and
press [OK]. The image in the red
frame is captured.

Cancels the image capturing.

Press the [OK] button to confirm, and then press
the [MENU] button.

<

z You can capture only one image.
z For projecting the captured logo on a

screen, select [User logo] on the [Pro­jector on], [No signal screen], or [NO
SHOW] menu item.

z You may not capture an image

depending on the resolution and scan
system.

z If you select [16:9] or [16:9 D. image

shift] for [Screen aspect], you cannot
capture an image.

Setting Display Status

Selecting a Logo Display Position (SX60)

[Logo position]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can select a logo display position. You can
place the logo at the center or a corner of the
screen.

T

Display settings

T

User screen settings

T

Logo position

Upper L

Upper R

Center

Lower L

Lower R

Press the [MENU] button when you finish.

z You cannot select [Logo position] if

Select a position you want to dis­play a logo and press the [OK] but­ton.

you have not captured a logo on the
[Logo capture] screen.

Displaying a Logo (No signal screen)

[No signal screen]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can display a user logo on a screen when
there is no input signal. (SX60)
For SX7 MarkII, you can display either of a black
or blue screen.

T

Display settings

T

User screen settings

T

No signal screen

(SX60)

Black

Blue

User logo

Press the [OK] button to confirm, and then press
the [MENU] button.

z You cannot select [User logo] if you

Displays no logo (black screen).

Displays no logo (blue background).

Displays a logo captured on the
[Logo capture]

screen. (SX60)

have not captured a logo on the [Logo
capture] screen. (SX60)

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Displaying a Logo (NO SHOW)

[NO SHOW]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can display a user logo on a screen when
the projected image is blackened out tempo­rarily by pressing the [NO SHOW] button on the
remote control. (SX60)
For SX7 MarkII, you can display either of a black
or blue screen.

T

Display settings

T

User screen settings

T

NO SHOW

Selecting a Logo at Startup

[Projector on]

DIGITAL PC ANALOG PC

DIGITAL VIDEO COMP./SCART VIDEO/S-VIDEO

You can display a specified logo on a screen
from the moment the projector is turned on to the
moment it is ready for projection.

T

Display settings

T

User screen settings

T

Projector on

SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS

Black

Blue

User logo

Displays no logo (black screen).

Displays no logo (blue background).

Displays a logo captured on the
[Logo capture] screen. (SX60)

Press the [OK] button to confirm, and then press
the [MENU] button.

z You cannot select [User logo] if you

have not captured a logo on the [Logo
capture] screen. (SX60)

(SX60)

(SX60)

Canon logo

Skip

User logo

Displays the Canon logo captured
at the factory.

Projects an image immediately after
turning on the projector.

Displays a logo captured on the
[Logo capture] screen. (SX60)

Press the [OK] button to confirm, and then press
the [MENU] button.

z You cannot select [User logo] if you

have not captured a logo on the [Logo
capture] screen. (SX60)

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