Casio XJ-A241, XJ-A246, XJ-A251, XJ-A250, XJ-A141 User Manual

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DATA PROJECTOR

XJ-A141/XJ-A146

XJ-A241/XJ-A246

XJ-A251/XJ-A256

* USB Port Models

User’s Guide

z Be sure to read the precautions in the separate Setup Guide. z Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future

reference.

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Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

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respective owners.

z Portions of this product are based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

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manual for your own personal use. Any other use is forbidden without the permission of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.

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parties arising out of the use of this product or this manual.

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data due to malfunction or maintenance of this product, or any other reason.

z The sample screens shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only, and may not be

exactly the same as the screens actually produced by the product.

About this manual... ...............................................................................5

Projector Overview ......................................................... 6

Projector Features and Main Functions .................................................6

Remote Controller and Projector Keys...................................................8

Back Terminals.......................................................................................9

Loading Remote Controller Batteries.....................................................9

Setting Up the Projector.......................................................................10

Setup Precautions ................................................................................10

Connecting to an Image Output Device...................... 11

Connecting the Analog RGB Output of a

Computer to the Projector....................................................................11

Connecting the HDMI Output of a Video Device or

Computer to the Projector....................................................................12

Connecting to a Video Device..............................................................13

Connection to a composite video output .................................................................. 13

Connection to a component video output.................................................................13

Operation During Projection ........................................ 14

Selecting the Input Source ...................................................................14

To select a different input source .............................................................................. 14

Resolution ..................................................................................................................14

Image Operations During Projection ....................................................15

Adjusting Image Brightness....................................................................................... 15

To use manual keystone correction...........................................................................15

Selecting the Color Mode ..........................................................................................16

Zooming an Image.....................................................................................................16

Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio............................................ 17

Freezing an Image...................................................................................................... 17

Displaying a Pointer in the Projected Image .............................................................. 18

Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Projected Image .................................................. 19

Adjusting the Volume Level..................................................................20

To adjust the volume level .........................................................................................20

To mute the audio...................................................................................................... 20

Presentation Timer ...............................................................................21

Eco Mode (Power Saving, Low Noise) .................................................23

To select the Eco Mode.............................................................................................23

Using the [FUNC] Key ..........................................................................24

Configuring Advanced Projector Settings .................. 25

Basic Setup Menu Operations .............................................................25

Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................................25

Configuring Setup Menu Settings..............................................................................25

Basic Setup Menu Example.......................................................................................26

Direct Power On......................................................................................................... 27

Password Protecting the Projector ......................................................28

Inputting a Password................................................................................................. 28

Using the Password Feature......................................................................................28

Entering the Password when Turning On the Projector ............................................ 30

Restoring Projector Settings to Their Initial Factory Defaults ..............31

Setup Menu Contents ..........................................................................33

Image Adjustment 1 Main Menu................................................................................ 33

Image Adjustment 2 Main Menu................................................................................ 35

Volume Adjustment Main Menu.................................................................................35

Screen Settings Main Menu....................................................................................... 36

Input Settings Main Menu..........................................................................................38

Option Settings 1 Main Menu .................................................................................... 39

Option Settings 2 Main Menu .................................................................................... 40

USB Settings Main Menu (USB Port Models Only) ................................................... 42

Wireless Main Menu (USB Port Models Only) ...........................................................42

Operational Info Main Menu ......................................................................................42

Restore All Defaults Main Menu.................................................................................42

Cleaning the Projector.................................................. 43

Cleaning the Projector Exterior ............................................................43

Cleaning the Lens.................................................................................43

Cleaning Intake and Exhaust Vents......................................................43

Troubleshooting ............................................................ 44

Indicators..............................................................................................44

Error Indicators and Warning Messages ..............................................44

Projector Troubleshooting....................................................................47

Appendix ........................................................................ 49

Remote Controller Signal Range..........................................................49

Projection Distance and Screen Size ...................................................50

Aspect Ratio Setting and Projection Image .........................................51

Supported Signals................................................................................53

Specifications.......................................................................................55

About this manual...

All of the operations in this manual are explained using the remote controller that comes with the projector.

Projector Overview

This section describes the features of the projector, and explains the functions of the projector and remote controller keys.

Projector Features and Main Functions

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z Mercury-free Hybrid Light Source:

A CASIO-original laser and LED hybrid light source delivers high luminance from 2,500 to 3,000 lumens. This projector does not use a mercury lamp, making it environmentally friendly.

z Slim and compact:

A4 file size and approximately 43 mm slim. Compact enough to install or use just about anywhere.

z HDMI video/audio input:

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) input support enables direct connectivity with today’s HDMI enabled notebook PCs, high-definition video devices (BD, HD DVD, DVD players, etc.), and games. The projector supports image projection and audio output from these devices.

z Wide projection range:

A wide angle 2X zoom allows projection even when projector-to-screen distance is severely limited. When using a projection size of 60 inches, projection can be performed from a distance of

1.4 meters (XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256) or 1.7 meters (XJ-A141/XJ-A146).

z A wide selection of input sources:

Analog RGB, composite video, component video (Y·Cb·Cr, Y·Pb·Pr), and HDMI input sources are supported.

z Intelligent Brightness Control function (Eco Mode):

The projector senses surrounding light levels and adjusts projection brightness automatically as required for efficient low-power operation. (Requires “Eco Mode” setting to be set to “On (Auto)”.)

z Pointer:

The remote controller can be used to select one of a variety of different pointers for use during projection.

z Direct Power On:

The projector can be configured to turn on automatically and start projecting as soon as it is plugged into a power outlet.

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z WXGA Resolution:

The XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 models support WXGA (1280 × 800) resolution for optimal viewing of content formatted for today’s widescreen displays. This makes it perfect for projecting images from widescreen notebook PCs and HD video input sources.

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z Projection of Data from USB Memory or a Memory Card without a Computer:

USB memory or a memory card (using a commercially available USB card reader) can be connected directly to the projector’s USB port. The projector comes with special software for converting PowerPoint presentation data to a format that can be stored to USB memory or a memory card and projected without using a computer. Images and movies also can be projected directly from USB memory or a memory card.

z Multi Projection Camera (YC-400, YC-430) Connection:

A CASIO Multi Projection Camera can be connected directly to the projector’s USB port for fine resolution projection of documents and other images. Document camera capabilities allow projection of data without going through a computer.

z Graphic Scientific Function Calculator Connection:

Certain CASIO graphic scientific calculator models can be connected directly to the projector’s USB port for projection of the calculator screen contents.

z Projection of Computer Screen Contents via Wireless LAN:

The projector comes with a wireless LAN adapter. After a wireless LAN connection is established, the contents of the computer screen can be sent to the projector for projection.

z Support for Wireless projection from MobiShow:

You can install AWIND’s MobiShow (client software for wireless connection to a projector) on a smartphone or mobile terminal, and then use the projector to project photographs and presentation files stored in the smartphone or terminal memory.

* Note that the type of terminal and the MobiShow version can limit certain functions or can even

make projection impossible.

Remote Controller and Projector Keys

Operations in this manual are presented based on the remote controller that comes with the projector. Major operation keys are also provided on the projector unit, so the most of the same procedures can also be performed directly on the projector.

Remote Controller Keys

[INPUT] key

[MENU] key

[ZOOM +] [ZOOM –] keys

[FOCUS S] [FOCUS T] keys

[P] (Power) key

[TIMER] key

[ESC] key

[FUNC] key

[AUTO] key

[BLANK] key

[FREEZE] key

[COLOR MODE] key

[VOLUME] key

[BRIGHT] key ([O] key)

[ECO] key ([f] key)

[ASPECT] key ([Z] key)

Remote control signal emitter

CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT

Cursor keys (S/T/W/X)

[ENTER] key ([STYLE] key)

[D-ZOOM +] [D-ZOOM –] keys

[KEYSTONE +] [KEYSTONE –] keys

[POINTER] key

The remote controller does not come with batteries loaded. You need to load the two supplied batteries before use.

Important!

To avoid running down the batteries, store the remote control unit so its keys are not pressed inadvertently.

Projector Keys and Indicators

TEMP indicator [FOCUS] key

LIGHT indicator

POWER/STANDBY indicator

[P] (Power) key

[INPUT] key

[ZOOM] key

[AUTO] key

[ENTER] key

[MENU] key

[ESC] key

Cursor keys (q/w/U/I)

Back Terminals

Depending on your projector, the orientation of the ports and terminals may be opposite from those shown in the illustration below. Functions and use of the ports and terminals are the same as described in this manual, regardless of their orientation.

COMPUTER terminal

AV terminal

Remote control signal receiver

HDMI port

(XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 only)

* This serial port is for connecting a separately available special cable (YK-5) to control the projector

from a computer.

USB port

Serial port*

Speaker

Intake vents

Power connector

Anti-theft lock hole

Loading Remote Controller Batteries

Important!

Be sure to use alkaline batteries only.

Caution

Open the battery cover on the back of the remote controller.

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

Load two new batteries into the case, making sure that their positive (+) and negative (–) ends are facing correctly.

Close the battery cover on the back of the remote controller.

Replacing Remote Controller Batteries

Open the battery cover on the back of the remote controller, replace the old batteries with new ones, and then close the battery cover.

Setting Up the Projector

Locate the projector on a desk, table, or stand that is firm and level. Make sure that you allow sufficient space around the sides and back of the projector for proper ventilation. The following illustrations show how the projector should be oriented for optimum projection relative to the screen.

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Screen

Make sure the projector is at a right angle to the screen. Position the projector so the lens side is at the edge of the table,

etc.

Screen

z The projector can be configured for projection from the back of a screen. For details, see

“Projection Mode” (page 37) under “Screen Settings Main Menu”.

Setup Precautions

z Use a conveniently located power outlet that you can reach easily when you need to unplug the

projector.

z Do not allow any objects to be within the area indicated by the dashed line below, which is an area

within 30cm (11.8 inches) of the projector. Keep all obstacles and other objects at least 30cm away from the projector’s vents.

z Airflow from air conditioning equipment can blow the heat being exhausted from the area around

the projector’s lens in a way that causes heat ripples to appear in the projected image. If this happens, adjust the airflow of the air conditioning equipment or move the projector.

Intake vents

Exhaust vents

Intake vents

30cm

(11.8 inches)

Connecting to an Image Output Device

Connecting the Analog RGB Output of a Computer to the Projector

Connect the projector’s COMPUTER terminal to the RGB terminal of a computer as shown in the illustration below.

Important!

z Always turn off the projector and the computer before connecting them. z Take care so the volume level of the computer is not set too high.

Projector Computer

AV terminal

COMPUTER terminal

(analog RGB output terminal)

Bundled mini D-Sub cable

Audio cable (commercially available)

To monitor terminal

To line output terminal

Connecting the HDMI Output of a Video Device or Computer to the Projector

The projector supports projection and output of HDMI video and audio output from a computer or video device.

Important!

Turn off the projector and the computer or video device before connecting them.

Projector

HDMI port

HDMI cable (commercially available)

z You will need to obtain a commercially available HDMI cable with a connector that matches the

terminal of the output device on one end and a connector that matches the projector’s HDMI port (HDMI Type A Socket) on the other end.

z For information about HDMI video signal supported by the projector, see page 54. z The projector supports L-PCM 32kHz, 44.1kHz, and 48kHz HDMI audio signals.

Computer or video device

To HDMI output terminal

Connecting to a Video Device

The projector is able to project images from the composite video output or component video output of a connected video device.

Important!

Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them.

Connection to a composite video output

Projector

AV terminal

To video output

Bundled special AV cable

Video device

terminal

Yellow Red

To audio output terminals

White

z You can use the bundled special AV cable to connect to a pin jack (RCA) type video output terminal.

When connecting a video camera or other video device with a special video output terminal, use the special cable that comes with the video device. For details, see the documentation that comes with the video device.

Connection to a component video output

Projector

AV terminal

COMPUTER terminal

To component video

Component video cable (commercially available)

Bundled special AV cable

output terminals

Video device

To audio output terminals

Yellow (Not connected)

Red

White

z Component video output terminals come in 3-terminal sets: Y·Cb·Cr or Y·Pb·Pr. Be sure to match

the colors of the plugs on a component video cable with the colors of the terminals (Green: Y; Blue: Cb/Pb; Red: Cr/Pr).

z Note that connection only to an analog component video output terminal is supported.

Connection to a digital output terminal is not supported.

Operation During Projection

Selecting the Input Source

Turning on the projector initially causes the same input source that was selected the last time it was turned off to be selected.

To select a different input source

Press the [INPUT] key.

z This displays the input source selection screen.

Use the [T] and [S] keys to select the name of the input source you want to select and then press the [ENTER] key.

z The name of the input source you select appears in the upper right corner of the projection

screen for a few seconds.

z The message “No signal input.” will appear if no input signal can be selected.

Resolution

Depending on the projector model, its video resolution will be fixed at XGA (1024 × 768 pixels) or WXGA (1280 × 800 pixels). Images may appear coarse, text and other figures may be difficult to read or a moire pattern may appear when the input signal from a computer does not match the projector’s video resolution. If this happens, try doing the following.

z Change the computer’s output resolution setting so it matches the projector’s video resolution.

For information about the video resolution of your projector, see the “DLP chip” item of the “Specifications” (page 55). See the user documentation that comes with your computer for details about changing its settings.

z Change the “Aspect Ratio” setting to “True” (Applies only to models that support WXGA video

resolution). With the “True” setting, the projector projects the input signal at its actual size (1 input source dot equal to one projector output pixel dot). For information about configuring the Aspect Ratio setting, see “Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Projected Image” (page 19).

Image Operations During Projection

You can perform the following operations while projecting an image.

z Image brightness adjustment z Manual keystone correction z Color mode selection z Image zooming z Momentarily blanking the image and muting the audio z Image freeze z Pointer display in the projected image z Aspect ratio switching

Adjusting Image Brightness

Note

(for USB port model users)

Use the setup menu (page 25) to adjust image brightness when the input source is an external device connected to the USB port or via the wireless adapter.

Press the [BRIGHT] key.

z This displays the brightness adjustment window.

Use the [W] and [X] keys to adjust image brightness.

To hide the window, press the [ESC] key.

To use manual keystone correction

The projector has a keystone correction feature that prevents distortion of the projected image when projecting from an angle. The projector detects when it is at a vertical angle to the screen and performs keystone correction automatically. You can use the [KEYSTONE +] and [KEYSTONE –] keys to adjust keystone correction manually.

Selecting the Color Mode

You can select from among various different color mode settings in accordance with image contents and projection conditions.

Important!

The color mode cannot be selected in the following cases. z When “Off” is selected for the Eco Mode setting (page 23)

To change the color mode

Press the [COLOR MODE] key.

z This displays the color mode selection window. The currently selected color mode is the one

whose button is selected (filled in).

Use the [T] and [S] keys to move the highlighting to the color mode you want to select, and then press the [ENTER] key.

z This will select the button next to the highlighted color mode name. z For details on what each color mode does, see “Color Mode” (page 34) under “Image

Adjustment 1 Main Menu”.

To hide the window, press the [ESC] key.

Zooming an Image

Press the [D-ZOOM +] key.

z This will enlarge the center of the projected image one step.

To zoom in on the center of the projected image more, press the [D-ZOOM +] key again. To zoom out, press the [D-ZOOM –] key.

z Each press of [D-ZOOM +] zooms in (increases the zoom factor), while [D-ZOOM –] zooms

out. Holding down either key continuously scrolls the zoom factor.

While an image is zoomed, use the [S], [T], [W], and [X] keys to scroll the view to other parts of the image.

To exit the zoom operation, press the [ESC] key.

Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio

Press the [BLANK] key.

z This temporarily blanks the image (projecting a black screen) and mutes the audio.

To resume normal image and sound, press the [BLANK] key (or [ESC] key).

Note

You can specify projection of a black screen or blue screen, or a logo. For details, see “Blank Screen” (page 37) under “Screen Settings Main Menu”.

Freezing an Image

Pressing the [FREEZE] key freezes the projected image.

To freeze the projected image

While an image is being projected from an input source, press the [FREEZE] key.

z This will capture the image that is on the screen at the moment you press [FREEZE] and stores

it in projector memory. That image remains projected on the screen.

To restore projection of the image from an input source, press the [ESC] key.

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