Sharp PG-C20XA Operating Manual

OPERATION MANUAL
Information
Important
Setup & Connections
MODEL
PG-C20XA
LCD PROJECTOR
Useful Features
Troubleshooting
Maintenance &
Appendix
Before using the LCD projector, please read this operation manual carefully.
OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH
Important
IMPORTANT
Information
For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Colour LCD Projector, please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this information. Before recycling the packaging, please be sure that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Supplied Accessories” on page 11.
WARNING:
Intense light source. Do not look into the beam or view it directly. Be especially careful that children do not look directly into the beam.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to liquids.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cabinet. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Model No.: PG-C20XA
Serial No.:
WARNING:
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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WARNING:
The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector is turned off. During normal operation, when turning the power off always use the ON/OFF button on the projector or the POWER button on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting the power cord. DURING NORMAL OPERATION, NEVER TURN THE PROJECTOR OFF BY DISCONNECTING THE POWER CORD. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WILL RESULT IN PREMATURE LAMP FAILURE.
Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement
See Replacing the Projection Lamp on pages 40 and 41.
LAMP REPLACEMENT CAUTION
BEFORE REMOVING THE SCREW, DISCONNECT POWER CORD. HOT SURFACE INSIDE. ALLOW 1 HOUR TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING THE LAMP. REPLACE WITH SAME SHARP LAMP UNIT TYPE BQC-PGC20X // 1 ONLY. UV RADIATION : CAN CAUSE EYE DAMAGE. TURN OFF LAMP BEFORE SERVICING. MEDIUM PRESSURE LAMP : RISK OF EXPLOSION. POTENTIAL HAZARD OF GLASS PARTICLES IF LAMP HAS RUPTURED. HANDLE WITH CARE. SEE OPERATION MANUAL.
USER SERVICE SCREW
Information
Important
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Important Safeguards

ATTENTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your LCD Projector for the first time. Save these instructions for future reference.
Important
Information
For your own protection and prolonged operation of your LCD Projector, be sure to read the following “Important Safeguards carefully, before use. This projector has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. But IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this LCD Projector, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
1. Unplug the LCD Projector from the wall outlet before cleaning.
2. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
3. Do not use attachments not recommended by the LCD Projector manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
4. Do not use the LCD Projector near water; for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc. Never spill liquid into the projector.
5. Do not place the LCD Projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The LCD Projector may fall, which may cause serious injury to a child or an adult, and/or serious damage to the unit.
6. Wall or Ceiling MountingThe product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
7. LCD Projector equipment and cart combinations should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to overturn.
8. Slots and openings in the cabinet back and bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the LCD Projector and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be covered with cloth or other material.
9. This LCD Projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heating vent. The LCD Projector should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
10. The LCD Projector should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the back of the projector or in the specifications. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your LCD Projector dealer or local power company.
11. Do not place the LCD Projector where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
12. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD Projector.
13. To prevent damage to the projector due to lightning and power-line surges, unplug the projector from the power outlet, when not in use.
14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords with too many products, because this can result in fire or electric shock.
15. Never push objects of any kind into the LCD Projector through the cabinet slots as they may touch high-voltage points or cause a short circuit. This could result in a fire or electric shock.
16. Do not attempt to service the LCD Projector yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dan­gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Unplug the LCD Projector equipment 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 LCD Projector. c. If the LCD Projector has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the LCD Projector does not operate normally
when you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the oper­ating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may cause damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD Projector to normal operation.
e. If the LCD Projector has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the LCD Projector exhibits a distinct change
in performancethis indicates a need for service.
18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the ser­vice technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
19. This LCD Projector is provided with one of the following types of plugs. If the plug should fail to fit into the power outlet, please contact your electrician. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
a. Two-wire type mains plug. b. Three-wire grounding type mains plug with a
grounding terminal. This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.
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Outstanding Features

1. ADVANCED COMPATIBILITY WITH HIGH-END WORKSTATIONS AND PCS
Compatible with up to 85 Hz vertical refresh rate, Sync on Green and Composite Sync signals for use with a wide variety of high-end PCs and Workstations. (Page 12)
2. 3D DIGITAL UNIFORMITY
Equipped with new 3D digital uniformity technology for a clearer, more uniform image.
3. ACTIVE DIGITAL KEYSTONE CORRECTION
Corrects keystone distortion caused when the projected image is not perpendicular to the screen. This method provides not only horizontal correction, but vertical as well, thus maintaining the original 4:3 aspect ratio and eliminating jag lines. (Page 20)
4. EASY-TO-USE GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE (GUI)
A multi-colour menu system allows for simple image adjustments. (Page 23)
5. AUTO SYNC TECHNOLOGY FOR AUTOMATIC IMAGE PERFECTION
Automatically makes any necessary adjustments for perfectly synced computer images. (Page
28)
6. INTELLIGENT COMPRESSION AND EXPANSION
By using intelligent resizing technology, this projector can display higher and lower resolution images in detail without compromising quality. (Page 33)
X
L
H
Information
Important
7. GAMMA CORRECTION FUNCTION
Offers richer image viewing with dark scene phase and contrast correction according to image and room brightness. Three gamma settings are available. (Page 32)
8. POWER SAVE MODE FUNCTION
Function with toggle switch to control the quantity of projected light. Select “ON” or “OFF” to decrease or increase brightness, power consumption and fan noise. (Page 35)
9. XGA RESOLUTION FOR HIGH RESOLUTION PRESENTATIONS
With XGA (1,024 ⳯ 768) resolution, this projector can display very detailed presentation information.
10. SXGA COMPATIBLE
SXGA (1,280 1,024) resolution images are intelligently resized to 1,024 768 for full-screen.
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Contents

Important Information
Important Safeguards …………………………… 3
Important
Information
Outstanding Features …………………………… 4
Contents …………………………………………… 5
Usage Guidelines ………………………………… 6 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals
(for Windows and Macintosh) ……………… 7
Part Names ………………………………………… 8
Setup & Connections
Supplied Accessories …………………………… 11 Connecting the Projector ……………………… 12
Setup & Connections
Operation
Basic Operations ………………………………… 16 Setting up the Screen …………………………… 18 Operating the Wireless Mouse from the
Remote Control ……………………………… 21
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)
Menu Screens ………………………………… 23 Selecting the On-screen Display Language … 26 Selecting the Video Input System Mode
(INPUT 2 or 3 mode only) …………………… 26 Picture Adjustments ……………………………… 27 Computer Image Adjustments
(INPUT 1 mode only) ………………………… 28
Auto Sync Adjustment ………………………… 28
Adjusting the Computer Image ……………… 29
Useful Features
Freeze Function …………………………………… 30 Digital Image Magnification …………………… 31 Gamma Correction ……………………………… 32 Selecting the Picture Display Mode …………… 33 Checking the Input Signal
and the Lamp Usage Time …………………… 34 Automatic Power Shutoff Function …………… 34 Selecting a Background Image ………………… 35 Power Save Mode Function …………………… 35 Reverse/Invert Image Function ………………… 36 Special Mode Adjustment ……………………… 36
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Air Filter Maintenance …………………………… 37 Lamp/Maintenance Indicators ………………… 39 Replacing the Projection Lamp ………………… 40 Using the Kensington Lock …………………… 42 Troubleshooting …………………………………… 42
Appendix
Attaching the Lens Cap ………………………… 43 Connection Pin Assignments…………………… 44 RS-232C Port Specifications …………………… 45 Computer Compatibility Chart ………………… 47 Specifications ……………………………………… 48 Dimensions ………………………………………… 49 Glossary …………………………………………… 50 Index ………………………………………………… 51
Useful Features
Maintenance &
Troubleshooting
Appendix
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Usage Guidelines

CAUT I ON
ATTENTI ON
BQC-PGC20X //1
35˚C
5˚C
Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit
Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have an Authorised Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Centre replace lamp if rupture occurs. See Replacing the Projection Lamp on pages 40 and 41.
Cautions Concerning the Setup of the Projector
For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, SHARP recommends that this projector be installed in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. If the projector is used in these environments, the lens and filter will need to be cleaned (or the filter replaced) more often, and internal cleaning may become necessary. As long as the projector is regularly cleaned, use in these environments will not reduce the overall operation life of the unit. Internal cleaning should only be performed by an Authorised Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Centre.
Do not expose the projector to extreme heat or cold. Operating temperature: Ⳮ5°C to Ⳮ35°C Storage temperature: 20°C to 60°C
Information
Important
Notes on Operation
The mark shown on the left calls the users attention to a part of the projector
that emits intense heat during operation.
The exhaust vent, the lamp cage cover and adjacent areas may be extremely
hot during projector operation. To prevent injury, do not touch these areas until they have sufficiently cooled.
Allow at least 10 cm of space between the cooling fan (exhaust vent) and the
nearest wall or obstruction.
If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection device will automatically
turn off the projector lamp. This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove the projector power cord from the wall outlet and wait at least 10 minutes. Then turn on the power by plugging the power cord back in. This will return the projector to the normal operating condition.
Temperature Monitor Function
If the projector starts to overheat due to setup problems or a dirty air filter, “TEMP. will appear in the lower-left corner of the picture. If the temperature continues to rise, the lamp will turn off, the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator on the projector will flash, and after a 90-second cooling-off period the power will shut off. Refer to Lamp/Maintenance Indicators on page 39, for details.
The cooling fan regulates the internal temperature, and its performance is automatically controlled. The sound of the fan may change during projector operation due to changes in the fan speed.
Lamp Monitor Function
When the projector is turned on after the lamp has been used for 1,400 hours, LAMP will appear in the lower-left corner of the picture to advise you to replace the lamp. See pages 40 and 41 for lamp replacement. If the lamp has been used for 1,500 hours, the projector power will automatically turn off and the projector will enter standby mode. Refer to Lamp/Maintenance Indicators on page 39, for details.
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How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals (for Windows and Macintosh)

PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM. To utilize these manuals, you need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not installed Acrobat Reader yet, you can download it from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com) or install it from the CD-ROM.
Important
Information
To Install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM
For Windows:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
For Macintosh:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click on the My Computer icon.
3 Double click on the CD-ROM drive.
4 Double click on the manuals folder.
5 Double click on the acrobat folder.
6 Double click on the windows folder.
7 Double click on the desired installation
programme and follow the instructions on the screen.
For other operating systems:
Please download Acrobat Reader from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com).
For other languages:
If you prefer using Acrobat Reader for languages other than those included in the CD-ROM, please download the appropriate version from the Internet.
2 Double click on the CD-ROM icon.
3 Double click on the manuals folder.
4 Double click on the acrobat folder.
5 Double click on the mac folder.
6 Double click on the desired installation
programme and follow the instructions on the screen.
Accessing the PDF Manuals
For Windows:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click on the My Computer icon.
For Macintosh:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click on the CD-ROM icon.
3 Double click on the CD-ROM drive.
4 Double click on the manuals folder.
5 Double click on the pg-c20xa folder.
6 Double click on the language (name of the folder)
that you want to view.
7 Double click on the “c20 pdf file to access the
projector manuals.
8 Double click on the pdf file.
If the desired pdf file cannot be opened by double clicking the mouse, start Acrobat Reader first, then specify the desired file using the “File”, “Open” menu.
See the readme.txt file on the CD-ROM for important information on the CD-ROM not included in this operation manual.
3 Double click on the manuals folder.
4 Double click on the pg-c20xa folder.
5 Double click on the language (name of the folder)
that you want to view.
6 Double click on the “c20 pdf file to access the
projector manuals.
7 Double click on the pdf file.
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Part Names

Numbers next to the part names refer to the main pages in this manual where the topic is explained.
Projector
Front and Top View
Information
Important
ON/OFF button
POWER indicator
INPUT/BACK button
KEYSTONE/Adjustment
(/ƒ) buttons
ZOOM knob
FOCUS ring
Cooling fan (Exhaust vent)
Foot releases
16
16
17 23
20 23
17
17
6
19
ON/OFF
POWER
KEYSTONE
INPUT
BACK ENTER MENU
LAMP
TEMP.
AUTO SYNC
LAMP REPLACEMENT
39
indicator
TEMPERATURE WARNING
39
indicator
28
AUTO SYNC/ENTER button
23
MENU button
23
Air filter/Cooling fan
37
(Intake vent)
Speaker
Remote control sensor
22
Eyelet for
43
lens cap strap
Side and Rear View
S-VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal
(4-pin Mini DIN)
VIDEO INPUT 3 terminal
(RCA)
AUDIO INPUT terminals
(RCA)
RS-232C port
(9-pin Mini DIN)
S-VIDEO VIDEO
13
13
13
15
AUDIO INPUTINPUT 3INPUT 2
(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT)
LR
RS-232C
INPUT 1
COMPUTER COMPUTERAUDIO AUDIO
OUTPUT
(INPUT 1)
Kensington Security
42
Standard connector
AC socket
12
Remote control sensor
22
COMPUTER OUTPUT port for INPUT 1 (HD 15)
AUDIO OUTPUT terminal for INPUT 1
14
(3.5 mm stereo minijack)
COMPUTER INPUT 1 port
12
(HD 15)
AUDIO INPUT 1 terminal
12
(3.5 mm stereo minijack)
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Part Names
22 23
Remote Control
Important
Front View
Information
Adjustment (∂/ƒ)
Mouse (ß) button
FREEZE button
KEYSTONE buttons
Mouse (∂/ƒ)/
buttons
MOUSE button
MENU button
INPUT button
22 23
22
22
30
23
17
20
Mouse (©) button
22
POWER button
16
22
RIGHT-CLICK/ ENTER button
23
ENLARGE button
31
AUTO SYNC button
28
AV MUTE button
17
RESIZE button
33
Rear View
LEFT-CLICK/ BACK button
VOLUME buttons
17
GAMMA button
32
Flip cover
Opening the Flip Cover
Inserting the Batteries
Press the tab and lift open
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the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.
If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.
Do not mix new and old or different types of batteries.
There are operations that can only be carried out by remote control. Handle the remote control carefully.
Insert two AAA size
2
batteries, making sure their polarities match the and marks inside the battery compartment.
Insert the tabs on the end of the battery cover into their slots and press the cover into position.
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Setup & Connections

Setup & Connections
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Supplied Accessories

Remote control
Setup & Connections
Computer RGB cable
Remote mouse receiver
Two AAA size batteries
Computer audio cable
PS/2 mouse control cable
Power cord
DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable
USB mouse control cable
Extra air filter
Lens cap
CD-ROM
LCD projector operation manual
Lens cap strap
LCD projector quick reference guides
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Connecting the Projector

Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the back of the projector.
Power cord
CAUTION
• Make sure you connect the power cord firmly into the AC socket.
Connecting the Projector to a Computer
You can connect your projector to a computer for projection of full colour computer images.
Setup & Connections
Connecting a computer using the standard 15-pin input
1 Connect one end of the supplied computer RGB cable
to the COMPUTER INPUT 1 port on the projector.
2 Connect the other end to the Monitor output port on the
computer. Secure the connectors by tightening the thumb screws.
3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of
the supplied computer audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT 1 terminal on the projector.
4 Connect the other end to the Audio output terminal on
the computer.
CAUTION
Before connecting, be sure to turn both the projector and the computer off. After making all connections, turn the projector on first. The computer should always be turned on last.
Please read the computers operation manual carefully.
RS-232C
INPUT 1
COMPUTER COMPUTERAUDIO AUDIO
OUTPUT
(INPUT 1)
Refer to page 47 Computer Compatibility Chart for a list of computer signals compatible with the projector. Use with computer signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions not to work.
A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Authorised Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Centre.
Depending on the PC connection and type of signal, interference fringes may emerge on the screen. In this case, please change the refresh rate on your computer.
Computer RGB cable
Computer audio cable
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Connecting the Projector
Connecting other compatible computers
When connecting the projector to a compatible computer other than an IBM-PC (VGA/SVGA/XGA/SXGA) or Macintosh (i.e. Workstation), a separate cable may be needed. Please contact your dealer for more information.
Connecting computers other than the recommended types may result in damage to the projector, the computer, or both.
“Plug and Play” function
This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B. The projector and a VESA DDC compatible computer will communicate their setting requirements, allowing for quick and easy setup.
Before using the Plug and Play function, be sure to turn on the projector first and the connected computer last.
The DDC, Plug and Play function of this projector operates only when used in conjunction with a VESA DDC compatible computer.
Setup & Connections
Connecting the Projector to Video Equipment
You can connect your projector to a VCR, laser disc player, DVD player, DTV* decoder and other audiovisual equipment.
CAUTION
Always turn off the projector while connecting to audiovisual equipment, in order to protect both the projector and the equipment being connected.
Connecting a video source (VCR, laser disc player, DTV decoder or DVD player) using the standard video input
1 Connect one end of the S-video cable to the S-VIDEO
INPUT 2 terminal, or one end of the video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 3 terminal on the projector and the video output terminal on the video source.
2 To use the built-in audio system, connect the red and
white RCA connectors to the corresponding red and white AUDIO INPUT terminals on the projector and the audio output terminals on the video source.
The S-VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal uses a video signal system in which the picture is separated into a colour and a luminance signal to realise a higher-quality image.
For higher quality video, you may use the S-VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal on the projector. S-video cable is sold separately.
If your video equipment does not have an S-video output terminal, use the composite video output terminal.
Projector
AUDIO INPUTINPUT 3INPUT 2
S-VIDEO VIDEO
(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT)
LR
2 Audio cable (sold separately)
To audio output terminals
1 Video cable (sold separately)
To video output terminal
S-video cable (sold separately)
To S-video output terminal
*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the united states.
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VCR,
Laser disc player,
DTV decoder or
DVD player
Connecting the Projector
Connecting a video source (DTV decoder or DVD player) using the 15-pin input
1 Connect one end of the HD-15/RCA cable or the HD-
15-RGB cable to the COMPUTER INPUT 1 port on the projector.
2 Connect the other end to the corresponding terminals
on the video source.
3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of
the audio cable to AUDIO INPUT 1 terminal on the projector. Connect the other end to the audio output terminals on the video source.
The projector can only accept 480P DTV signals through COMPUTER INPUT 1 terminal. Therefore, set your DTV to RGB monitor output.
The image quality may become lower depending on DTV signal compatibility.
HD-15/RCA cable (sold separately)
Setup & Connections
Projector
RS-232C
INPUT 1
COMPUTER COMPUTERAUDIO AUDIO
(INPUT 1)
OUTPUT
HD-15-RGB cable (sold separately)
2 To video output terminals
2 To video output terminals
Audio cable (sold separately)
3 To audio output terminals
Connecting an amplifier and other audio components
1 Connect one end of the audio cable to the AUDIO
OUTPUT terminal for INPUT 1 on the projector.
2 Connect the other end to the corresponding terminals
on the audio components.
CAUTION
Always turn off the projector while connecting to audio components, in order to protect both the projector and the components being connected.
By using external audio components, the volume can be amplified for better sound.
The AUDIO OUTPUT terminal for INPUT 1 allows you to output audio to audio components from the AUDIO INPUT 1 terminal connected to audiovisual equipment.
DTV decoder
or
DVD player
Projector
INPUT 1
COMPUTER COMPUTER
OUTPUT
AUDIO
(INPUT 1)
Audio cable (sold separately)
To audio input terminals
Amplifier
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Connecting the Projector
M
Connecting RS-232C Port
When the RS-232C port on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector. See pages 45 and 46 for details.
DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable
1 Connect the supplied DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable to the RS-232C port on the projector. 2 Connect an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, sold separately) to the other end of DIN-D-sub RS-232C
cable and to the serial port on the computer.
Setup & Connections
(null modem, cross type, sold separately)
2 RS-232C cable
1 DIN-D-sub
RS-232C cable
Projector
RS-232C
AUDIO
INPUT 1
CAUTION
Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C cable to or from the computer while it is on. This may damage your computer.
The wireless mouse or RS-232C function may not operate if your computer port is not correctly set up. Please refer to the
operation manual of the computer for details on setting up/installing the correct mouse driver.
A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Authorised Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Centre.
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