Sharp XV-Z7000E User Manual

Before using the LCD projector, please read this operation manual carefully.

OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH

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 10.

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.: XV-Z7000E

Serial No.:

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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 38 and 39.

ENGLISH

Information

Important

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
VIS POUR ENTRETIEN PAR L’UTILISATEUR

PRECAUTIONS A OBSERVER LORS DU
REMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMPE.

DEBRANCHER LE CORDON D’ALIMENTATION AVANT DE RETIRER LES VIS.
L’INTERIEUR DU BOITIER ETANT EXTREMEMENT CHAUD, ATTENDRE 1 HEURE
AVANT DE PROCEDER AU REMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMPE.
NE REMPLACER QUE PAR UNE LAMPE SHARP DE TYPE BQC- PGC20X// 1.
RAYONS ULTRAVIOLETS : PEUVENT ENDOMMAGER LES YEUX.
ETEINDRE LA LAMPE AVANT DE PROCEDER A L’ENTRETIEN.
LAMPE A MOYENNE PRESSION : RISQUE D’EXPLOSION. DANGER POTENTIEL
DE PARTICULES DE VERRE EN CAS D’ECLATEMENT DE LA LAMPE.
A MANIPULER AVEC PRECAUTION, SE REPORTER AU MODE D’EMPLOI.

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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 Mounting—The 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 performance—this 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. WIDESCREEN IMAGES

Allows projection of DVD, DTV and other anamorphic images recorded in widescreen format with a 16:9 aspect ratio. (Page

31)

2. BRIGHTNESS SWITCHOVER 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 33)

3. FOR USE WITH DTV*

Allows projection of DTV images and 16:9 wide-screen images when connected to a DTV decoder or similar video systems.
(Page 11)

4. ADVANCED VIDEO CIRCUITRY

Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl and cross colour noise.

5. 3D DIGITAL UNIFORMITY

Equipped with new 3D digital uniformity technology for a clearer, more uniform image.

6. NEW PROGRESSIVE MODE AND FILM MODE

Optimises the image by converting the interlaced signal to the progressive. Useful for displaying slow-moving images or still
images. Four modes are available, and the film mode beautifully reproduces movie film recorded in 24 Hz progressive format.
(Page 25)

7. ANALOG COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

Utilises a component video input signal (Y, CB, CR). The video signal is input as separate components to provide superior
colour and image quality.

Information

Important

8. 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 19)

9. EASY-TO-USE GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE (GUI)

A multi-colour menu system allows for simple image adjustments. (Page 20)

10. COLOUR TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT

The function can be used to adjust the colour temperature to suit the type of image input to the projector. (Page 29)

11. GAMMA CORRECTION FUNCTION

The gamma value setting can be adjusted according to the input source for optimal image contrast. (Page 30)

12. DIRECT COMPUTER COMPATIBILITY

A multi-scan RGB input accepts signals from VGA (640 dots ⳯ 480 lines) to SXGA (1,280 dots ⳯ 1,024 lines) and Macintosh
(from 13ⴖ) compatible computers without the need for any additional hardware.

*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the united states.

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Contents

Important Information

Important Safeguards …………………………… 3

Important

Information

Outstanding Features …………………………… 4
Contents …………………………………………… 5
Usage Guidelines ………………………………… 6
Part Names ………………………………………… 7

Setup & Connections

Supplied Accessories …………………………… 10
Connecting the Projector ……………………… 11

Setup & Connections

Operation

Operation

Basic Operations ………………………………… 15
Setting up the Screen …………………………… 17
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)

Menu Screens ………………………………… 20
Selecting the On-screen Display Language … 23
Selecting the Video Input System Mode

(S-VIDEO or VIDEO mode only) …………… 23
Picture Adjustments ……………………………… 24

Adjusting the Picture …………………………… 24

Selecting the Signal Type ……………………… 25

Progressive Mode ……………………………… 25

Computer Image Adjustments

(INPUT 2 (RGB) mode only) ………………… 26

Auto Sync Adjustment ………………………… 26

Adjusting the Computer Image ……………… 27

Useful Features

Freeze Function …………………………………… 28
Adjusting the Colour Temperature …………… 29
Gamma Correction ……………………………… 30
Selecting the Picture Display Mode …………… 31
Checking the Input Signal

and the Lamp Usage Time …………………… 32
Automatic Power Shutoff Function …………… 32
Selecting a Background Image ………………… 33
Theatre Mode Function ………………………… 33
Reverse/Invert Image Function ………………… 34
Special Mode Adjustment ……………………… 34

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Air Filter Maintenance …………………………… 35
Lamp/Maintenance Indicators ………………… 37
Replacing the Projection Lamp ………………… 38
Using the Kensington Lock …………………… 40
Troubleshooting …………………………………… 40

Appendix

Attaching the Lens Cap ………………………… 41
Connection Pin Assignments…………………… 42
RS-232C Port Specifications …………………… 43
Computer Compatibility Chart ………………… 45
Specifications ……………………………………… 46
Dimensions ………………………………………… 47
Glossary …………………………………………… 48

Useful Features

Maintenance &

Troubleshooting

Appendix

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Usage Guidelines

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CAUT I ON

ATTENTI ON

BQC-PGC20X //1

Ⳮ35˚C

Ⳮ5˚C

Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit

Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have the nearest Sharp
Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre replace lamp if rupture occurs.
See “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on pages 38 and 39.

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 a Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre.

• Do not expose the projector to extreme heat or cold.
Operating temperature: Ⳮ5°C to Ⳮ35°C
Storage temperature: ⳮ20°C to Ⳮ60°C

Information

Important

Notes on Operation

• The mark shown on the left calls the user’s 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 37, 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 900 hours,
“LAMP” will appear in the lower-left corner of the picture to advise you to replace
the lamp. See pages 38 and 39 for lamp replacement. If the lamp has been used
for 1,000 hours, the projector power will automatically turn off and the projector
will enter standby mode. Refer to “Lamp/Maintenance Indicators” on page 37,
for details.

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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.

Important

Projector

Information

Front and Top View

ON/OFF button

POWER indicator

INPUT/BACK button

KEYSTONE/Adjustment

(∂ /ƒ) buttons

ZOOM knob

FOCUS ring

Cooling fan (Exhaust vent)

Foot releases

15

15

16
20

19
20

15

15

6

18

ON/OFF

POWER

KEYSTONE

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

LAMP REPLACEMENT

37

indicator

TEMPERATURE WARNING

37

indicator

31

PICT MODE/ENTER button

20

MENU button

20

Air filter/Cooling fan

35

(Intake vent)

Speaker

Remote control sensor

9

Eyelet for

41

lens cap strap

Side and Rear View

S-VIDEO INPUT terminal

(4-pin Mini DIN)

VIDEO INPUT terminal

(RCA)

AUDIO INPUT

(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT )

terminals (RCA)

S-VIDEO
INPUT

11

11

11

VIDEO
INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT)

LR

RS-232C

INPUT 1 INPUT 2/COMPONENT

AUDIO INPUT

(INPUT 1, 2)

Kensington Security

40

Standard connector

AC socket

11

Remote control sensor

9

RGB /COMPONENTCRCBY

INPUT 2
RGB/COMPONENT

12

port (HD 15)
AUDIO INPUT (INPUT 1, 2)

terminal

12

(3.5 mm stereo minijack)

INPUT 1/COMPONENT

12

terminals (RCA: Y, C

RS-232C port

14

(9-pin Mini DIN)

B, CR)

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Part Names

Remote Control

Information

Important

Front View

VOLUME buttons

MUTE button

Mouse (∂/ƒ)/

Adjustment (∂/ƒ)

buttons

RGB/COMPONENT

button

INPUT 1 button

INPUT 2 button

S-VIDEO button

VIDEO button

16

16

20

12

16

16

16

16

VOL

MUTE

BACK

ENTER

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

KEYSTONE

VIDEO FREEZE

POWER

MENU

PICT MODE

POWER button

15

BACK button

20

MENU button

20

ENTER button

20

AUTO SYNC button

26

PICT MODE button

31

GAMMA button

30

CLR TEMP button

29

Top View

Remote control
signal transmitter

KEYSTONE buttons

19

FREEZE button

28

Inserting the Batteries

Slide in the direction of

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the arrow to remove the
battery cover.

• 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
ⴐ and ⴑ marks inside
the battery compartment.

Insert the side tabs of
the battery cover into
their slots and press the
cover in until it is
properly seated.

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Part Names

Attaching the Rubber Leg Tips

The rubber leg tips are provided to prevent the remote

Important

Information

control from skidding and shaking over a flat surface.

Positioning the Remote Control

The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown below.

• The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy operation. However, the effective distance of the
signal may differ due to the screen material.

Remote control

7 m

30˚

30˚

45˚

45˚

30˚

Remote control

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Setup & Connections

Supplied Accessories

Remote control

Two AAA size batteries

Power cord

For Europe, Hong Kong and Singapore

(For Europe, except U.K.) (For U.K., Hong Kong and Singapore)

• The configuration of wall outlets differs from country to country. Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country.

Rubber leg tips
for remote control

For Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania

Setup & Connections

For Europe only

Computer RGB cable

• The RGB cable and 21 pin conversion adaptor are only supplied with European models.

A/V cable

Extra air filter

Lens cap

21 pin RCA conversion adaptor

DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable

Lens cap strap

Two LCD projector operation manuals

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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

Setup & Connections

CAUTION

• Make sure you connect the power cord firmly into the AC socket.

• The configuration of wall outlets differs from country to country. Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country.

Connecting the Projector to Audiovisual 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 and audio input

1 Connect one end of the S-video cable to the S-VIDEO

INPUT terminal, or one end of the video cable to the

OR

VIDEO INPUT terminal on the projector and the video

output terminal on the video source.

2 To use the built-in audio system, connect the RCA

connectors to the corresponding AUDIO INPUT (S-
VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT) terminals on the projector and
the audio output terminals on the audiovisual source.

The S-VIDEO INPUT 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 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

VIDEO

S-VIDEO
INPUT

* DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the united

states.

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INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT)

LR

2 Audio cable (sold separately)

To audio output terminals

1 Video cable (sold separately)

OR

To video output terminal

1 S-video cable (sold separately)

To S-video output terminal

VCR,

Laser disc player,

DTV decoder or

DVD player

Connecting the Projector

Connecting an audiovisual source (DTV decoder or DVD player) using the RCA input

1 Connect each RCA connector to the corresponding

INPUT 1/COMPONENT terminals on the projector.

2 Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding

terminals of a DVD player or DTV decoder.

3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of an

audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT (INPUT 1, 2) terminal
on the projector.
Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on
the audiovisual equipment.

• A 3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable adaptor may be
necessary.

When connecting this projector to a DVD player or a DTV decoder, select “Component” by using RGB/COMPONENT on
the remote control or the GUI menu. (See page 25.)

Setup & Connections

Projector

RS-232C

INPUT 1 INPUT 2/COMPONENT

C

Y

AUDIO INPUT
(INPUT 1, 2)

R

B

RGB /COMPONENTC

Audio cable (sold separately)

To audio output terminals

RCA component cable (sold separately)

To analog component output terminals

Connecting an audiovisual source (DTV decoder or DVD player)
using the 15 pin video and audio input

1 Connect the one end of the D-sub/RCA cable to the

INPUT 2 RGB/COMPONENT port on the projector.

2 Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding

terminals of a DVD player or DTV decoder.

3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of an

audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT (INPUT 1, 2) terminal
on the projector.
Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on
the audiovisual equipment.

• A 3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable adaptor may be
necessary.

DTV decoder

or

DVD player

When connecting this projector to a DVD player or a DTV decoder, select “Component” by using RGB/COMPONENT on
the remote control or the GUI menu. (See page 25.)

Projector

AUDIO INPUT

(INPUT 1, 2)

INPUT 2

RGB /COMPONENTP

D-sub/RCA cable (sold separately)

To analog component output terminals

Audio cable (sold separately)

To audio output terminals

DTV decoder

or

DVD player

ENT

R

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Connecting the Projector

Connecting the Projector to a Computer

You can connect your projector to a computer for projection of full color computer images.

Connecting a computer using the standard 15-pin video and audio input

For Europe only

Computer RGB cable

1 Connect one end of the computer RGB cable to the

INPUT 2 RGB/COMPONENT port on the projector.
Secure the connector by tightening the thumb screws.

2 Connect the other end to the Monitor output port on the

Setup & Connections

computer. Secure the connector by tightening the thumb
screws.

3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of

the computer audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT (INPUT
1, 2) 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 computer’s operation manual carefully.

• Refer to page 45 “Computer Compatibility Chart” for a list of computer

RS-232C

INPUT 1 INPUT 2/COMPONENT

AUDIO INPUT

(INPUT 1, 2)

RGB /COMPONENTCRCBY

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 Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer
or Service Centre.

When connecting this projector to a computer, select “RGB”
by using RGB/COMPONENT on the remote control or the
GUI menu. (See page 25.)

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.

When connecting this projector to a computer, select “RGB” by using RGB/COMPONENT on the remote control or the GUI
menu. (See page 25.)

• 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.

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Connecting the Projector

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 43 and 44 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)

RS-232C cable

DIN-D-sub

RS-232C cable

Projector

RS-232C

INPUT 1 /C

Y

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 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.

• A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD
Projector Dealer or Service Centre.

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B

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Operation

Basic Operations

Maintenance indicators

POWER

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

1 Make the necessary connections before pro-

ceeding. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
The POWER indicator illuminates red and the
projector enters standby mode.

• If the side filter cover is not securely installed, the POWER
indicator flashes.

Operation

Projector

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

Maintenance indicators

POWER

2

Startup image

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

Remote control 2 Press ON/OFF on the projector for over one

second, or POWER on the remote control.

VOL

MUTE

LAMP

TEMP.

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

• The flashing green LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows
that the lamp is warming up. Wait until the indicator stops
flashing before operating the projector.

• If the power is turned off and then immediately turned on
again, it may take a short while before the lamp turns on.

• After the projector is unpacked and turned on for the first
time, a slight odour may be emitted from the exhaust vent.
This odour will soon disappear with use.

• Do not press any buttons before the startup image
disappears. Before “Adjusting The Image” appears, only
ON/OFF or POWER is available.

When the power is on, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator
lights indicating the status of the lamp.

Green: Lamp is ready.
Flashing green: Warming up.
Red: Change the lamp.

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3
4

3 Slide the ZOOM knob. The image can be adjusted

to the desired size within the zoom range.

4 Rotate the FOCUS ring until the image on the

screen becomes clear.

Basic Operations

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

8
6

MUTE

7

5

EXAMPLE

INPUT 1 Mode INPUT 2 Mode

5

g

d

VIDEO Mode S-VIDEO Mode

s

6

VOL

BACK

ENTER

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

PICT MODE

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

KEYSTONE

f

POWER

MENU

5 Press INPUT on the projector, INPUT 1, INPUT 2,

S-VIDEO or VIDEO on the remote control to select

the desired input mode.
Press INPUT, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, S-VIDEO or
VIDEO again to change the mode.

• When the selected input signal is being received, “Adjusting
The Image” will be displayed.

• When no signal is being received, “NO SIGNAL” will be
displayed. When a signal that the projector is not preset to
receive is being received, “NOT REG.” will be displayed.

6 Press VOLUME on the remote control to adjust

the volume.

7 Press MUTE on the remote control to temporarily

turn off the sound.
Press MUTE again to turn the sound back on.

8 Press ON/OFF on the projector for over one

second, or POWER on the remote control.
Press ON/OFF or POWER again while the
message is displayed.

• If you accidentally pressed ON/OFF or POWER and do not
want to turn off the power, wait until the power off screen
disappears.

• When ON/OFF or POWER is pressed twice, the POWER
indicator will light up red and the cooling fan will run for
about 90 seconds. The projector will then enter standby
mode.

• Wait until the cooling fan stops before disconnecting the
power cord.

• The power can be turned on again by pressing ON/OFF or
POWER. When the power is turned on, the POWER indicator

and the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator light green.

• The POWER indicator flashes if the right side filter cover is
not securely installed.

Operation

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8

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.

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Setting up the Screen

Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image.
Move the projector forward or backward if the edges of the image are distorted.

• The projector lens should be centred in the middle of the screen. If the lens centre is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be
distorted, making viewing difficult.

• Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly onto the screen washes out colours, making viewing
difficult. Close the curtains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room.

• A polarizing screen cannot be used with this projector.

Standard Setup (Front Projection)

Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size. (See the table
below.)

FULL Mode
(4:3)

Operation

WIDE Mode
(16:9)

Picture size (diag.) (x)

635 cm (250⬙)
508 cm (200⬙)
381 cm (150⬙)
254 cm (100⬙)

213 cm (84⬙)
183 cm (72⬙)
152 cm (60⬙)
102 cm (40⬙)

Picture size (diag.) (x)

572 cm (225⬙)
508 cm (200⬙)
381 cm (150⬙)
338 cm (133⬙)
269 cm (106⬙)
254 cm (100⬙)

234 cm (92⬙)
213 cm (84⬙)
183 cm (72⬙)
152 cm (60⬙)
102 cm (40⬙)

Projection distance (L)

Maximum

10.0 m

9.6 m

7.2 m

4.8 m

4.0 m

3.4 m

2.8 m

1.9 m

Projection distance (L)

Maximum

10.0 m

10.0 m

7.8 m

6.9 m

5.5 m

5.2 m

4.8 m

4.4 m

3.7 m

3.1 m

2.0 m

*1

*2
*3

Minimum

9.9 m

7.9 m

5.9 m

3.9 m

3.3 m

2.8 m

2.3 m

1.6 m

Minimum

9.8 m

8.7 m

6.5 m

5.7 m

4.6 m

4.3 m

4.0 m

3.6 m

3.1 m

2.6 m

1.7 m

Distance from the lens centre to the

bottom of the image (H)

38.1 cm

30.5 cm

22.9 cm

15.2 cm

12.8 cm

11.0 cm

9.1 cm

6.1 cm

Distance from the lens centre to the

bottom of the image (H)

ⳮ9.3 cm
ⳮ8.3 cm
ⳮ6.2 cm
ⳮ5.5 cm
ⳮ4.4 cm
ⳮ4.2 cm
ⳮ3.8 cm
ⳮ3.5 cm
ⳮ3.0 cm
ⳮ2.5 cm
ⳮ1.7 cm

NORMAL Mode
(4:3)

Picture size (diag.) (x)

457 cm (180⬙)
381 cm (150⬙)
254 cm (100⬙)

213 cm (84⬙)
183 cm (72⬙)
152 cm (60⬙)
102 cm (40⬙)

• Values with a minus (ⳮ) sign indicate the distance of the lens centre below the bottom of the screen.

• The values do not match up when applying the formula in *1 to *4 above. However, this is not a calculation

error.

• For optimum focus, the recommended projection distance (L) is from 1.15m to 10.0m.

Projection distance (L)

Maximum

10.0 m

9.6 m

6.3 m

5.3 m

4.6 m

3.8 m

2.5 m

*4

Minimum

9.5 m

7.9 m

5.3 m

4.4 m

3.8 m

3.1 m

2.1 m

Distance from the lens centre to the

bottom of the image (H)

ⳮ9.1 cm
ⳮ7.6 cm
ⳮ5.1 cm
ⳮ4.3 cm
ⳮ3.7 cm
ⳮ3.0 cm
ⳮ2.0 cm

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Setting up the Screen

Using the Adjustment Feet

You can adjust the height of the image by raising the projector with the
foot releases.

1 Press the foot releases and lift the projector to the desired angle.

(Adjustable up to approximately 7° from the standard position.)

2 Remove your hands from the foot releases. Once the adjustment

feet have locked in position, release the projector.

3 If the screen is at an angle, the adjusters can be used to adjust

the angle of the image.

Returning the projector to its original position

While holding the projector, press the foot releases and slowly lower the projector
to its original position.

• When an adjustment is made, the image may become distorted (keystoned), depending
on the relative positions of the projector and the screen.

CAUTION

• Do not press the foot releases when the adjustment feet are extended without firmly holding the projector.

• Do not hold the lens when lifting or lowering the projector.

• When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fingers caught in the area between the adjustment feet and the

projector.

Operation

Reversed Image Setup

Rear projection

• Place a translucent screen between the projector and
the audience.

• Use the projector’s menu system to reverse the
projected image. (See page 34 for use of this
function.)

• Optimal image quality can be achieved when the projector is positioned perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level.

CAUTION

• When using a mirror, be sure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so the light does not shine into the eyes of
the audience.

Projection using a mirror

• When the distance between the projector and screen
is not sufficient for normal rear projection, you can
use a mirror to reflect the image onto the screen.

• Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens.

• Project the normal image onto the mirror.

• The image reflected from the mirror is projected onto

the translucent screen.

Ceiling-mount Setup

• It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount
bracket for this installation.

• Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp
Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre to obtain the
recommended ceiling-mount bracket (sold separately). (AN-TK202
ceiling-mount bracket, AN-TK201 extension tube, AN-Z7T ceiling
adaptors for AN-TK202 or AN-TK201.)

• When the projector is in the inverted position, use the upper edge
of the screen as the base line.

• Use the projector’s menu system to select the appropriate projection
mode. (See page 34 for use of this function.)

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Setting up the Screen

Digital Keystone Correction

• When the image is distorted due to the projection
angle, the digital keystone correction function allows
you to correct it.

• The digital keystone correction can be made by
pressing KEYSTONE, or by setting “Keystone”
correction in the GUI menu.

Operation

Projector Remote control

COMPONENT

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

Projector

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

1

2, 3, 4

2, 3

INPUT 1

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

Remote control

VOL

MUTE

1, 5

(GUI) On-screen Display

RGB/

KEYSTONE

BACK

ENTER

PICT MODE

POWER

MENU

Using the KEYSTONE buttons

1 Press KEYSTONE to adjust the setting.

Using the GUI menu

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Options”, and then press

ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Keystone”, and then press

ENTER.

4 Press ∂/ƒ to move the mark to the desired

setting.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

• To reset the keystone setting, press BACK.

• Straight lines and the edges of the displayed image may

appear jagged, when adjusting the keystone setting.

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Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens

Projector Remote control This projector has three sets of menu screens (INPUT 1

or 2 (COMPONENT), INPUT 2 (RGB) and S-VIDEO or
VIDEO) that allow you to adjust the image and various
projector settings. These menu screens can be
operated from the projector or the remote control with
the following buttons.

s

ON/OFF

POWER

TEMP.

KEYSTONE

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

PICT MODE

EXAMPLE

INPUT 1 or 2 (COMPONENT) mode

LAMP

7

2, 4, 6

3, 5

1, 8

VOL

MUTE

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

(GUI) On-screen Display

Operation

INPUT 2 (RGB) mode

s

S-VIDEO or VIDEO mode

s

1 Press MENU to display the main menu.
2 Press ∂/ƒ to select an adjustment item in the main menu.
3 Press ENTER to display the sub menu.
4 Press ∂/ƒ to select an adjustment item in the sub menu.
5 Press ENTER to activate the selected adjustment item.
6 Press ∂/ƒ to adjust the item.
7 Press BACK to return to the previous screen.
8 Press MENU to exit from the GUI.

• For details on items on the menu screen, see the tree charts on pages 21 and 22.

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Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens

Items on the INPUT 1 or 2 (COMPONENT)
Mode Menu Bar

Main menu Main menu

Picture1

Picture2

Options Signal Info

Language English

Operation

Contrast

Bright

Red

Blue

Signal Type *1

Reset

Color

Tint

Sharp

Progressive *2

Reset

Lamp Timer

Keystone

Auto Power Off

Background

Theater Mode

Deutsch

Español

Nederlands

Français

Italiano

Svenska

Português

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Component

RGB

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

70

2D Progressive

3D Progressive

Film Mode 1

Film Mode 2

Ⳮ127ⳮ127

ON

OFF

Blue

None

ON

OFF

Items on the INPUT 2 (RGB) Mode Menu Bar

Sub menuSub menu

Picture

Fine Sync

Options Signal Info

Language English

Contrast

Bright

Red

Blue

Signal Type

Reset

Clock

Phase

H-Pos

V-Pos

Reset

Lamp Timer

Keystone

Auto Power Off

Background

Theater Mode

Deutsch

Español

Nederlands

Français

Italiano

Svenska

Português

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Component

RGB

Ⳮ127ⳮ127

Ⳮ120ⳮ120

Ⳮ50ⳮ50

Ⳮ50ⳮ50

Ⳮ127ⳮ127

ON

OFF

Blue

None

ON

OFF

PRJ Mode

Special Modes

Front

CeilingⳭFront

Rear

CeilingⳭRear

640⳯480

480P

PRJ Mode

Special Modes

Front

CeilingⳭFront

Rear

CeilingⳭRear

640⳯480

480P

*1 “Signal Type” does not appear when the INPUT 1 (COMPONENT) mode is selected.
*2 “Progressive” only appears when receiving a 480i signal in the INPUT 2 (COMPONENT) mode.

•“Color”, “Tint” and “Sharp” do not appear in the INPUT 2 (RGB) mode.

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Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens

Items on the S-VIDEO or VIDEO
Mode Menu Bar

Main menu

Picture1

Picture2

Options Signal Info

Language English

Sub menu

Contrast

Bright

Red

Blue

Reset

Color

Tint *3

Sharp

Progressive

Reset

Lamp Timer

Keystone

Auto Power Off

Background

Theater Mode

Deutsch

Español

Nederlands

Français

Italiano

Svenska

Português

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

Ⳮ30ⳮ30

70

2D Progressive

3D Progressive

Film Mode 1

Film Mode 2

Ⳮ127ⳮ127

ON

OFF

Blue

None

ON

OFF

Operation

PRJ Mode

Video System Auto

Front

CeilingⳭFront

Rear

CeilingⳭRear

PAL

NTSC3.58

SECAM

NTSC4.43

PAL M

PAL N

PAL (60Hz)

*3 “Tint” does not appear when receiving “PAL”, “SECAM”, “PAL M”, “PAL N“ or “PAL (60Hz)” in the S-VIDEO or VIDEO mode.

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Selecting the On-screen Display Language

Operation

Projector

Remote control

English is the preset language for the On-screen
Display. The language can be set to English, German,

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

2, 3

2, 4

1, 5

VOL

MUTE

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portuguese,
Chinese, Korean or Japanese.

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Language”, and then press

ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select the desired language.

(GUI) On-screen Display

4 Press ENTER to save the setting. The On-screen

Display is now programmed to display in the
language selected.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

Selecting the Video Input System Mode (S-VIDEO or VIDEO mode only)

Projector

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

(GUI) On-screen Display

2, 3

2, 4

1, 5

Remote control

VOL

MUTE

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

The video input system mode is preset to “Auto”;
however, it can be changed to a specific system mode,
if the selected system mode is not compatible with the
connected audiovisual equipment.

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Video System”, and then

press ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select the desired video system

mode.

4 Press ENTER to save the setting.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

• When the system mode is set to “Auto”, you may not receive
a clear picture due to signal differences. Should this occur,
switch to the video system of the source signal.

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Picture Adjustments

Projector

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

2, 3, 4

2, 3

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

1, 5

(GUI) On-screen Display

INPUT 1 or 2 (COMPONENT) mode

Remote control

VOL

MUTE

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

Adjusting the Picture

You can adjust the projector’s picture to your prefer­ences with the following picture settings.

Description of Adjustment Items

Selected item

Contrast
Bright
Red
Blue
Reset

Color
Tint
Sharp

•“Signal Type” does not appear when the INPUT 1
(COMPONENT) mode is selected.

•“Progressive” only appears when receiving a 480i signal in
the INPUT 2 (COMPONENT) mode.

•“Color”, “Tint” and “Sharp” do not appear in the INPUT 2
(RGB) mode.

•“Tint” does not appear when receiving “PAL”, “SECAM”,
“PAL M”, “PAL N“ or “PAL (60Hz)” in the S-VIDEO or VIDEO

mode.

ƒ button ∂ button

For less contrast
For less brightness
For weaker red
For weaker blue
All image adjustment items are returned to the factory preset

settings.
For less colour intensity
Skin tones become purplish
For less sharpness

For more contrast
For more brightness
For stronger red
For stronger blue

For more colour intensity
Skin tones become greenish
For more sharpness

Operation

INPUT 2 (RGB) mode

S-VIDEO or VIDEO mode

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Picture1” or “Picture2” in

INPUT 1 or 2 (COMPONENT), S-VIDEO or VIDEO
mode, or to select “Picture” in INPUT 2 (RGB)
mode, and then press ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select a specific adjustment item,

and then press ENTER.

4 Press ∂/ƒ to move the mark of the selected

adjustment item to the desired setting.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

• To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

• The adjustments can be stored separately in the INPUT 1,
INPUT 2, S-VIDEO and VIDEO modes.

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Picture Adjustments

Operation

Projector Remote Control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

2, 3, 4

2, 3, 5

VOL

MUTE

1, 6

(GUI) On-screen Display

Projector Remote Control

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

Selecting the Signal Type

This function allows you to select the input signal type
(RGB or COMPONENT) for INPUT 2 port.

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Picture” in INPUT 2 (RGB)

mode, and then press ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Signal Type”, and then press

ENTER.

4 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Component” or “RGB”.

5 Press ENTER to save the setting.

6 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

Progressive Mode

This function allows you to select the progressive display
of a video signal. The progressive display projects a
smoother video image. For reducing distortion and
noise, select an item in “Progressive” for optimum image
quality.

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

(GUI) On-screen Display

2, 3, 4

2, 3, 5

1, 6

VOL

MUTE

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Picture2” in S-VIDEO or

VIDEO mode, and then press ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Progressive”, and then press

ENTER.

4 Press ∂/ƒ to select the desired progressive

display.

5 Press ENTER to save the setting.

6 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

Description of Progressive Modes

2D Progressive

Useful for displaying fast-moving images such as sports and action
films. Mode that optimises the image in a displayed frame.

3D Progressive

Useful for displaying relatively slow-moving images such as drama
and documentary more clearly. Mode that optimises the image by
estimating the movement of a number of preceding and succeeding
frames.

Film Mode 1

Effective for displaying action movies or other fast-moving film
sources.

Film Mode 2

Effective for displaying still images or slow-moving film sources as in
a documentary.

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• The film source is a digital video recording with the original encoded
as is at 24 frames/second. The projector can convert this film source
to progressive video at 60 frames/second to play back a high­definition image.

Computer Image Adjustments (INPUT 2 (RGB) mode only)

Remote control

Auto Sync Adjustment

• Used to automatically adjust a computer image.

• Auto Sync adjustment can be made manually by

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

PICT MODE

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

KEYSTONE

1

pressing AUTO SYNC.

• The sync adjustment is automatically made each time the
projector is turned on while connected to a computer or
the input selection is changed.

1 Press AUTO SYNC on the remote control.

On-screen Display During Auto Sync adjustment, “Adjusting The Image”

is displayed as shown on the left.

• Auto Sync adjustment may take some time to complete,
depending on the image of the computer connected to the
projector.

• When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto
Sync adjustment, use manual adjustments. (See page 27.)

Operation

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Computer Image Adjustments (INPUT 2 (RGB) mode only)

Operation

Projector

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

(GUI) On-screen Display

2, 3, 4

2, 3

1, 5

Remote control

VOL

MUTE

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

Adjusting the Computer Image

When displaying computer patterns which are very
detailed (tiling, vertical stripes, etc.), interference may
occur between the LCD pixels, causing flickering,
vertical stripes, or contrast irregularities in portions of
the screen. Should this occur, adjust “Clock”, “Phase”,
“H-Pos” and “V-Pos” for the optimum computer image.

Description of Adjustment Items

DescriptionSelected item

Clock
Phase
H-Pos
V-Pos

• Computer image adjustments can be made easily by
pressing AUTO SYNC (

(Select the desired computer input mode with INPUT

on the projector or INPUT 2 on the remote control.)

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Fine Sync”, and then press

ENTER.

Adjusts vertical noise.
Adjusts horizontal noise (similar to tracking on your VCR).
Centres the on-screen image by moving it to the left or right.
Centres the on-screen image by moving it up or down.

). See page 26 for details.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select a specific adjustment item,

and then press ENTER.

4 Press ∂/ƒ to move the mark of the selected

adjustment item to the desired setting.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

• The value range of “Clock” setting is limited by the type of
signal received.

• To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset” on the “Fine
Sync” menu screen and press ENTER.

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Useful Features

Freeze Function

Remote control

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

PICT MODE

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

KEYSTONE

On-screen Display

1, 2

This function allows you to instantly freeze a moving
image. This is useful when you want to display a still
image from a computer or video, giving you more time
to explain the image to the audience.

1 Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze

the image.

2 Press FREEZE again to return to the moving

image.

Useful Features

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Adjusting the Colour Temperature

Remote control This function can be used to adjust the colour

temperature to suit the type of image input to the
projector (video, computer image, TV broadcast, etc.).

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

PICT MODE

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

KEYSTONE

1

Decrease the colour temperature to create warmer,
reddish images for natural flesh tones. Increase the
colour temperature to create cooler, bluish images for
a brighter picture.

Description of Colour Temperature

12 3 4

(Red) (Blue)

Decreases colour temperature
for warmer, reddish,

incandescent-like images.
(Low colour temperature)

Increases colour temperature
for cooler, bluish, florescent­like images.

(High colour temperature)

Position1

Position2

Position3

Useful Features

On-screen Display

s

s

1 Press CLR TEMP on the remote control. Each time

CLR TEMP is pressed, colour temperature toggles

as shown below.

1 2 34

Position4

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s

Gamma Correction

STANDARD

GAMMA 1

Remote control

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

PICT MODE

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

KEYSTONE

On-screen Display

1

• Gamma is an image quality enhancement function
that offers a richer image by brightening the darker
portions of the image without altering the brightness
of the brighter portions.

• Three gamma settings are available to allow for
differences in the images displayed and in the
brightness of the room.

• When you are displaying images with frequent, dark
scenes, such as a film or concert, or when you are
displaying images in a bright room, this feature makes
the dark scenes easier to see and gives the impres­sion of greater depth in the image.

Gamma Modes

Selected Mode

STANDARD

GAMMA 1

GAMMA 2

1 Press GAMMA on the remote control. Each time

GAMMA is pressed, the gamma level toggles as

shown on the left.

Gamma mode

For a highly defined image emphasising high
contrast and colour reproduction.

For a warm and moist image controlling
contrast and brightness.

Most suitable when viewing images in a brightly
lit room.

GAMMA 2

Useful Features

ss

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Selecting the Picture Display Mode

4:3

720P, 1080i

800 ⳯ 600
800 ⳯ 600
800 ⳯ 600

–

800 ⳯ 600

600 ⳯ 450
600 ⳯ 450
600 ⳯ 450

–
–

800 ⳯ 450
800 ⳯ 450
800 ⳯ 450
800 ⳯ 450

–

VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA

Projector

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

EXAMPLE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

Video

Computer

4:3 aspect ratio

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

1

4:3 aspect ratio
480I/P, NTSC, PAL, SECAM

16:9 aspect ratio, 720P, 1080i

Input Signal

Remote control This function allows you to modify or customise the

RGB/

COMPONENT

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO CLR TEMP

VIDEO FREEZE

PICT MODE

AUTO SYNCINPUT 2 GAMMA

KEYSTONE

picture display mode to enhance the input image.
Depending on the input signal, you can choose the
picture display mode preferred.

1 Press PICT MODE. Each time PICT MODE is

pressed, the picture mode changes as shown
below.

FULL WIDE NORMAL

Letterbox

Squeeze

Output screen image

FULL WIDE NORMAL

PICT MODE

FULL

PICT MODE

WIDE

PICT MODE

NORMAL

480I/P,
NTSC,

PAL,

SECAM

Useful Features

720P,
1080i

VGA,

SVGA,

XGA,

SXGA

Letterbox

Squeeze

16:9 aspect ratio

Input Signal

4:3 aspect ratio

PICT MODE

FULL

PICT MODE

FULL

Output screen image

FULL

PICT MODE

FULL

PICT MODE

WIDE

PICT MODE

WIDE

PICT MODE

WIDE

PICT MODE

NORMAL

PICT MODE

NORMAL

• When inputting a VGA text mode (640⳯350) signal or an RGB signal from a device other than a computer, the display is
fixed in FULL (4:3) mode, with the image filling up the whole screen.

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Checking the Input Signal and the Lamp Usage Time

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

2

2

VOL

MUTE

1

(GUI) On-screen Display

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

This function allows you to check the current input signal
information and the accumulated lamp usage time.

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Options”, and then press

ENTER. The current input signal information and
the lamp usage time will be displayed.

• It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after
approximately 900 hours of usage. See pages 38 and 39
for lamp replacement.

Automatic Power Shutoff Function

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

2, 3, 4

2, 3

VOL

MUTE

1, 5

(GUI) On-screen Display

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

When no input signal is detected for more than 15
minutes, the projector will automatically shut off.

Description of Automatic Power Shutoff

ON

OFF

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Options”, and then press

ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Auto Power Off”, and then

press ENTER.

4 Press ∂/ƒ to select “ON” or “OFF”.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

•“Auto Power Off” is factory preset to “ON”.

•“Power OFF in 5 min.” will appear five minutes before the

power is automatically turned off.

Useful Features

Power automatically shuts off after 15 minutes without
a signal being input.

Automatic Power Shutoff disabled.

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Selecting a Background Image

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

2, 3, 4

2, 3

VOL

MUTE

1, 5

(GUI) On-screen Display

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

This function allows you to select the image displayed
when no signal is being sent to the projector.

Description of Background Images

Blue

None

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Options”, and then press

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Background”, and then

4 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Blue” or “None”.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

*1 While projecting the blue screen, the picture automatically

switches to FULL (4:3) mode even if another display mode
has been selected.

Blue screen

Black screen

ENTER.

press ENTER.

*1

POWER

INPUT

Useful Features

BACK ENTER MENU

Theatre Mode Function

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

2, 3, 4

2, 3

1, 5

(GUI) On-screen Display

VOL

MUTE

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

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.

Description of Theatre Modes

ON

OFF

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Options”, and then press

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Theater Mode”, and then

4 Press ∂/ƒ to select “ON” or “OFF”.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

Quantity of light is 70%.
Power consumption is 200 W.

Quantity of light is 100%.
Power consumption is 230 W.

ENTER.

press ENTER.

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•“Theater Mode” is factory preset to “ON” .

• When selecting “OFF“ in “Theater Mode”, fan noise is

increased.

• Even when selecting “ON” in “Theater Mode“, fan noise
may increase if internal temperature rises enough to activate
the cooling function.

Reverse/Invert Image Function

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

2, 3

2, 3

VOL

MUTE

1, 4

(GUI) On-screen Display

BACK

ENTER

POWER

MENU

This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image
function which allows you to reverse or invert the pro­jected image for various applications.

Description of Projected Images

Selected item

Front

CeilingⳭFront

Rear

CeilingⳭRear

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “PRJ Mode”, and then press

ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select the desired projection mode,

and then press ENTER.

4 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

• This function is used for the reversed image and ceiling-

mount setups. See page 18 for these setups.

Projected image

Normal image

Inverted image

Reversed image

Reversed and inverted image

Special Mode Adjustment

Projector Remote control

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

LAMP

TEMP.

PICT MODE

POWER

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

(GUI) On-screen Display

2, 3

2, 4

1, 5

VOL

MUTE

POWER

BACK

MENU

ENTER

Ordinarily, the type of input signal is detected and the
correct resolution mode is automatically selected.
However, since the projector cannot distinguish
640⳯480 signal resolution on computers or 480P on
DTVs, select an appropriate mode on “Special Modes.”

1 Press MENU.

2 Press ∂/ƒ to select “Special Modes”, and then

press ENTER.

3 Press ∂/ƒ to select the optimal resolution mode.

4 Press ENTER to save the setting.

5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.

• When inputting DTV 480P signals, select “480P” in step 3

above.

Useful Features

34

Air Filter Maintenance

Maintenance &
Troubleshooting

Air Filter Maintenance

Right Side View

Air filter

Cleaning the air filter

Disconnect the power cord.

1

Unplug the power cord from the AC socket.

• This projector is equipped with an air filter to ensure the optimal
operating condition of the projector.

• The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the
filters more often when the projector is used in a dusty or smoky
location.

• Have your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or
Service Centre exchange the filter (PFILD0123CEZZ) when it is no
longer possible to clean it.

Remove the filter cover.

2

Turn over the projector. Press the tab and remove
the filter cover in the direction of the arrow.

Ta b

34

Clean the dust off the air filter and cover with a
vacuum cleaner extension hose.

Maintenance &

Troubleshooting

Clean the air filter.

Replace the filter cover.

Insert the tab on the end of the filter cover into the
filter cover opening and press the filter cover into
position.

Ta b

35

Air Filter Maintenance

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;;;;;

Replacing the air filter

Disconnect the power

1 32

cord.

Unplug the power cord from the
AC socket.

Replace the air filter.

4

1 Put the new air filter into position.
2 Put the air filter stopper back into position.

Remove the filter cover.

Turn over the projector. Press the
tab and remove the filter cover in
the direction of the arrow.

Remove the air filter.

1 Remove the air filter stopper.
2 Remove the air filter.

Ta b

Replace the filter cover.

5

Insert the tab on the end of the filter cover into the
filter cover opening and press the filter cover into
position.

Ta b

• Be sure the filter cover is securely installed. The power will not turn on unless it is correctly installed.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance &

36

Lamp/Maintenance Indicators

Maintenance Indicators

POWER

ON/OFF

KEYSTONE

TEMPERATURE
WARNING
indicator

LAMP
REPLACEMENT
indicator

POWER indicator

LAMP

TEMP.

The internal
temperature is
abnormally high.

The indicator flashes in
red.

The lamp does not
illuminate.

The lamp requires
replacement.

red when the projector
is on.

POWER indicator

LAMP REPLACEMENT

indicator

TEMPERATURE WARNING
indicator

• The warning lights on the projector indicate problems
inside the projector.

• There are two warning lights: a TEMPERATURE
WARNING indicator which warns that the projector is too
hot, and a LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator which lets
you know when to change the lamp.

• If a problem occurs, either the TEMPERATURE WARNING
indicator or the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator will
illuminate red. After turning off the power, follow the
procedures given below.

ProblemMaintenance Indicator Condition Possible Solution

• Blocked air intake.

• Clogged air filter.

• Cooling fan breakdown.

• Internal circuit failure.

• Cooling down. • Wait until the indicator stops flashing and

• Burnt-out lamp.

• Lamp circuit failure.

• Lamp has been used for

over 900 hours.

• The filter cover is open. • Securely install the filter cover.The indicator flashes in

• Relocate the projector to an area with proper

ventilation.

• Clean the filter.
(See pages 35 and 36.)

• Take the projector to your nearest Sharp
Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service
Centre for repair.

turns off.

• Carefully replace the lamp. (See pages 38
and 39.)

• Take the projector to your nearest Sharp
Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service
Centre for repair.

• If the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator illuminates, follow the solution listed above and then wait until the projector has cooled down
completely before turning the power back on. (At least 5 minutes.)

• If the power is turned off and then turned on again, as during a brief rest, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator may be triggered, preventing
the power from going on. Should this occur, remove the power cord from the wall outlet and plug it in again.

Lamp

The lamp in this projector operates for approximately 1,000 cumulative hours, depending on the usage environ­ment. It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after 900 cumulative hours of use or when you notice a
significant deterioration of the picture and colour quality. The lamp usage timer can be checked with the On­screen Display. (See page 32.)

CAUTION

• Intense light hazard. Do not attempt to look into the aperture and lens while the projector is operating.

• As the usage environment can vary significantly, the projector lamp may not operate for 1,000 hours.

•“1,000 hours” above indicates average life span and should be used for reference only. This is different than the warranty period.

• For safety, the power will not be turned on from the fourth times when turning on the power without changing the lamp after use for 1,000

Maintenance &

Troubleshooting

hours.

Condition

The LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator
illuminates red, and “LAMP” will appear in
yellow in the lower-left corner of the picture.

A significant deterioration of the picture and
colour quality occurs.

The power will automatically turn off and
the projector will enter standby mode.

“LAMP” will appear in red in the lower-left
corner of the picture, and the power will
turn off.

Problem

• Lamp has been used for
over 900 hours.

• Lamp has been used for
over 1,000 hours.

• Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp
cage/module) of the current type BQC­PGC20X//1 from your nearest Sharp
Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or
Service Centre.

• Replace the lamp. (See pages 38 and 39.)
If you wish, you may have the lamp
replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorised
LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre.

Possible Solution

37

Replacing the Projection Lamp

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;;;;;

CAUTION:

• Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have Sharp Authorised LCD Projector

Dealer or Service Centre replace lamp if rupture occurs.

• Do not remove the lamp cage directly after operation of the projector. The lamp may be extremely

hot. Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp cage
to fully cool before removing the lamp cage.

It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after approximately 900 cumulative hours of use or when you notice
a significant deterioration of the picture and colour quality. Carefully change the lamp by following the steps
below. If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorised LCD
Projector Dealer or Service Centre for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp/cage module) of the current
type BQC-PGC20X//1 from your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre. Then carefully
change the lamp by following the instructions below. If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest
Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre.

Removing and installing the lamp unit

CAUTION

• Be sure to remove the lamp cage by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp cage or the inside of
the projector.

• To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.

• Be sure to change the air filter during lamp replacement. The air filter comes packaged with the lamp unit.

First Change Filter (Steps 3-6)

Turn off the power.

1 3

Press ON/OFF on the projector
or POWER on the remote
control. Wait until the cooling

Disconnect the power

2

cord.

Unplug the power cord from the
AC socket.

Remove the filter cover.

Turn over the projector. Press the
tab and remove the filter cover in
the direction of the arrow.

fan stops.

ON/OFF

Ta b

or

POWER

VOL

POWER

MUTE

BACK

MENU

Remove the air filter.

46

1 Remove the air filter stopper.
2 Remove the air filter.

Replace the air filter.

5

1 Put the new air filter into

position.

2 Put the air filter stopper back

into position.

Replace the filter cover.

Insert the tab on the end of the
filter cover into the filter cover
opening and press the filter
cover into position.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance &

Ta b

38

Replacing the Projection Lamp

Then Change Lamp (Steps 7-10)

Remove the lamp cage cover.

7

Remove the lamp cage.

8

Turn over the projector and loosen the user service
screw that secures the lamp cage cover. Then lift
open the cover in the direction of the arrow.

Insert the new lamp cage.

Loosen the securing screws on the lamp cage.
Hold the lamp cage by the handle and pull it
towards you.

Attach the lamp cage cover.

910

Press the lamp cage firmly into the lamp cage
compartment. Fasten the securing screws.

Slide the lamp cage cover in the direction of the
arrow. Then tighten the user service screw.

Resetting the lamp timer

Connect the power

1

cord.

Plug the power cord into the AC
socket of the projector.

Maintenance &

Troubleshooting

• Reset the lamp timer only after replacing the lamp.

Reset the lamp timer.

2

1 Press KEYSTONE ∂ and

KEYSTONE ƒ on the projector at

the same time.

2 Press INPUT and PICT MODE on

the projector at the same time.

3 Press PICT MODE and MENU on

the projector at the same time.

1

INPUT

BACK ENTER MENU

PICT MODE

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“LAMP 0000H” is
displayed, indicating that
the lamp timer is reset.

39

Using the Kensington Lock

This projector has a Kensington Security Standard
connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security
System. Refer to the information that came with the

Kensington Security
Standard connector

system for instructions on how to use it to secure the
projector.

Troubleshooting

Problem

No picture and no sound.

Sound is heard but no picture
appears.

Colour is faded or poor.

Picture is blurred.

Picture appears but no sound is
heard.

An unusual sound is occasionally
heard from the cabinet.

Maintenance indicator illuminates.

Picture noise appears.

480P images do not appear.
Colour is distorted (INPUT 2 mode

only).

Check

• Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.

• The filter cover is not securely installed.

• Selected input is wrong. (See page 16.)

• Cables incorrectly connected to side and rear panels of the projector. (See pages 11–14.)

• Remote control batteries have run down. (See page 8.)

• Cables incorrectly connected to side and rear panels of the projector. (See pages 11–14.)

•“Contrast” and “Bright” adjustments are set to minimum position. (See page 24.)

•“Color” and “Tint” adjustments are not correct. (See page 24.)

• Adjust the focus. (See page 15.)

• Projection distance is too long or too short to allow for proper focus. (See page 17.)

• Cables incorrectly connected to side and rear panels of the projector. (See pages 11–14.)

• Volume is set to minimum. (See page 16.)

• If the picture is normal, the sound is due to cabinet shrinkage caused by temperature changes.

This will not affect operation or performance.

• Refer to “Lamp/Maintenance Indicators” on page 37.

• Adjust the “Phase” setting. (See page 27.)

• Set the resolution mode to 480P. (See page 34.)

• Change the input signal type. (See page 25.)

Troubleshooting

Maintenance &

40

Appendix

Attaching the Lens Cap

Put on the lens cap to prevent damage to the lens when transporting the projector. A lens cap strap is provided
to prevent the loss of the lens cap.

Attach the lens cap

1

strap to the lens cap.

CAUTION

• Do not lift or carry the projector by the lens or the lens cap as this may damage the lens.

• You can also use the end of a mechanical pencil or other pointed object to feed the lens cap strap through the openings.

Attach the lens cap

2

strap to the projector.

Attach the lens cap to

3

the projector with the
lens cap eyelet facing
up.

Appendix

41

Connection Pin Assignments

INPUT 2 Port: 15-pin mini D-sub female connector

Computer Input

Analog

1. Video input (red)

2. Video input
(green/sync on green)

5

10
15

1
6
11

RS-232C Port: 9-pin D-sub male connector of the DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable

Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference

1

5

9

6

1 Not connected
2 RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit
3 SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit
4 Not connected
5 SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit
6 Not connected
7 Not connected
8 Not connected
9 Not connected

3. Video input (blue)

4. Not connected

5. Composite sync

6. GND (red)

7. GND (green/sync on green)

8. GND (blue)

9. Not connected

10. Not connected

11. GND

12. Bi-directional data

13. Horizontal sync signal

14. Vertical sync signal

15. Data clock

RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin Mini DIN female connector

8

9

7

6

5

4

21

Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference

1 Not connected
2 RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit
3 SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit
4 Not connected

3

5 SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit
6 Not connected
7 Not connected
8 Not connected
9 Not connected

Appendix

42

RS-232C Port Specifications

PC control

A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, sold
separately) to the projector. (See page 14 for connection.)

Communication conditions

Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table.
Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard.
Baud rate: 9,600 bps
Data length: 8 bits
Parity bit: NON
Stop bit: 1 bit
Flow control: None

Basic format

Commands from the computer are sent in the following order: command, parameter, and return code. After the
projector processes the command from the computer, it sends a response code to the computer.

Command format

C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4

Command 4-digits Parameter 4-digits

Return code (0DH)

Response code format

Normal response

O K

Problem response (Failure due to incorrect command/parameter or the other communication errors)

E R R

When more than one code is being sent, send each command only after the OK response code for the previous
command from the projector is verified.

• When using the computer control function of the projector, the projector operating status cannot be read to the computer.
Therefore, confirm the status by transmitting the display commands for each adjustment menu and checking the status with
the On-screen Display. If the projector receives a command other than a menu display command, it will execute the com­mand without displaying the On-screen Display.

Return code (0DH)

Return code (0DH)

Appendix

43

RS-232C Port Specifications

Commands

EXAMPLE

• When “BRIGHT” of RGB IMAGE ADJUSTMENT is set to 10.

ProjectorComputer

RABR 1 0_  OK

→
←

CONTROL ITEM

AUTO POWER OFF

POWER SETTING

INPUT SWITCHING

INPUT CHECK

KEYSTONE
ADJUSTMENT

LANGUAGE
SELECTION

VIDEO
SYSTEM
SELECTION

S-VIDEO/VIDEO
IMAGE
ADJUSTMENT 1

S-VIDEO/VIDEO
IMAGE
ADJUSTMENT 2

S-VIDEO/VIDEO
COLOR TEMPERATURE
ADJUSTMENT

COMPONENT
IMAGE
ADJUSTMENT 1

COMMAND

C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4

C1

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POWER OFF (STANDBY)

0

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POWER ON

1

_

S-VIDEO

1

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VIDEO

2

_

INPUT1

1

_

INPUT2

2

_

INPUT CHECK

0

_

KEYSTONE

*

(127 – 127)

ENGLISH

1

_

DEUTSCH

2

_

ESPAÑOL

3

_

NEDERLANDS

4

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FRANÇAIS

5

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ITALIANO

6

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SVENSKA

7

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PORTUGUÊS

8

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3

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4

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5

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6

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7

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PAL (60 Hz)

8

_

CONTRAST (30 – 30)

*

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BRIGHT (30 – 30)

*

*

RED (30 – 30)

*

*

BLUE (30 – 30)

*

*

RESET

1

_

COLOR (30 – 30)

*

*

TINT (30 – 30)

*

*

SHARPNESS (0 – 7)

*

_

RESET

2

_

COLOR TEMPERATURE

*

(1– 4)

CONTRAST (30 – 30)

*

*

BRIGHT (30 – 30)

*

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RED (30 – 30)

*

*

BLUE (30 – 30)

*

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1

_

CONTROL

CONTENTS

CONTROL ITEM

COMPONENT
IMAGE
ADJUSTMENT 2

COMPONENT
COLOR TEMPERATURE
ADJUSTMENT

RGB
IMAGE
ADJUSTMENT

RGB
COLOR TEMPERATURE
ADJUSTMENT

BACKGROUND
SELECTION

VOLUME
ADJUSTMENT

SCREEN SETTING

INPUT2 SIGNAL TYPE
SELECTION

INPUT1
PICTURE MODE

INPUT2
PICTURE MODE

S-VIDEO/
VIDEO
PICTURE MODE

INPUT1/
S-VIDEO/VIDEO
GAMMA
SELECTION

INPUT2
GAMMA
SELECTION

INPUT AUTO
SYNCHRONIZATION

COMMAND

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COLOR (30 – 30)

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TINT (30 – 30)

*

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SHARPNESS (0 – 7)

*

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RESET

2

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COLOR TEMPERATURE

*

(1 – 4)

CONTRAST (30 – 30)

*

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BRIGHT (30 – 30)

*

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RED (30 – 30)

*

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BLUE (30 – 30)

*

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RESET

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COLOR TEMPERATURE

*

(1 – 4)

BLUE

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NONE

4

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VOLUME (00 – 60)

*

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MUTE ON

1

_

MUTE OFF

0

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REVERSE OFF

0

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REVERSE ON

1

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INVERT OFF

0

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INVERT ON

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2D PROGRESSIVE

0

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3D PROGRESSIVE

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FILM MODE1

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RGB

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FULL

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2

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FULL

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1

AUTO SYNC START

CONTROL

CONTENTS

Appendix

• If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space. If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a value in the range
indicated in brackets under CONTROL CONTENTS.

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Computer Compatibility Chart

Horizontal Frequency: 15–80 kHz
Vertical Frequency: 43–85 Hz
Pixel Clock: 12–108 MHz
Compatible with sync on green and composite sync signals
SXGA (1,280  1,024) compatible in intelligent compression

PC/

MAC/

WS

PC

VGA

SVGA

XGA

Resolution

640  350

720  350

640  400

720  400

640  480

800  600

1,024  768

Horizontal

Frequency

(kHz)

27.0 60

31.5 70

37.9 85

27.0 60

31.5 70

27.0 60

31.5 70

37.9

27.0

31.5

37.9

26.2

31.5

34.7

37.9

37.5

43.3

31.3 50

35.1 56

37.9 60

44.5 70

48.1 72

46.9 75

53.7 85

35.5 43

40.3 50

48.4 60

56.5 70

60.0 75

68.7 85

Vertical

Frequency

(Hz)

85
60
70
85
50
60

70
72
75
85

VESA

Standard







































Display

Upscale

True

Intelligent

Compression

MAC 13"

MAC 19"
MAC 16"
MAC 21"

PC/

MAC/

WS

PC

PC/

PC/

Horizontal

Resolution Display

1,152  864

SXGA

1,152  882

1,280 1,024

640  480

VGA

XGA

1,024  768

832  624

SVGA

1,152  870

SXGA

Frequency

(kHz)

55.0 60

66.2 70

67.5 75

54.8 60

65.9 72

64.0 60

35.0

48.4 60

60.0

49.7 75

68.7

Vertical

Frequency

(Hz)

67

75

75

VESA

Standard









Intelligent

Compression

Upscale

Intelligent

Compression

• This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this
occur, turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in “CRT only” mode. Details on how
to change display modes can be found in your notebook computer’s operation manual.

• This projector can receive 640  350 VESA format VGA signals, however, “640  400” will appear on the screen.

• The image from Mac 16 (832  624) cannot be displayed in “FULL” mode.

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Specifications

Product type

Model

Video system

Display method

LCD panel

Lens

Projection lamp

Contrast ratio

Video input signal

S-video input signal

Component input signal

Horizontal resolution

Audio output

Computer RGB input signal

Pixel clock

Vertical frequency

Horizontal frequency

Computer control signal

Speaker system

Rated voltage

Input current

Rated frequency

Power consumption

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Cabinet

I/R carrier frequency

Dimensions (approx.)

Weight (approx.)

Supplied accessories

Replacement parts

LCD Projector
XV-Z7000E
PAL/PAL 60/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM/NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/DTV 480P/DTV 720P/DTV 1080I
LCD panel  3, RGB optical shutter method
Panel size: 22.9 mm (0.9) (13.9 [H]  18.5 [W] mm)
Display method: Translucent TN liquid crystal panel
Drive method: TFT (Thin Film Transistor) Active Matrix panel
No. of dots: 480,000 dots (800 [H]  600 [V])
1–1.2 zoom lens, F2.3–2.6, f  36.0–43.2 mm
DC 150 W lamp
350:1
RCA Connector: VIDEO, composite video, 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
RCA Connector: AUDIO, 0.5 Vrms more than 22 kΩ (stereo)
4-pin Mini DIN connector
Y (luminance signal): 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
C (chrominance signal): Burst 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminated
RCA Connector (INPUT 1 terminals)
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated

B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminated

C
C

R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminated

520 TV lines (DTV 720P input)

1.0 W (monaural)

PIN MINI D-SUB CONNECTOR (INPUT 2 port):

15-

RGB separate/composite sync/sync on green type analog input: 0–0.7 Vp-p, positive,
75 Ω terminated

STEREO MINIJACK: AUDIO, 0.5 Vrms, more than 22 kΩ (stereo)

ORIZONTAL SYNC. SIGNAL: TTL level (positive/negative) or composite sync (Apple only)

H

ERTICAL SYNC. SIGNAL: Same as above

V
12–108 MHz
43–85 Hz
15–80 kHz
9-pin Mini DIN female connector (RS-232C port)

2.8 cm (1

7

⁄64) round

AC 100–240 V

2.6 A
50/60 Hz
230 W (Selecting “OFF” in the “Theater Mode”.)
200 W (Selecting “ON” in the ”Theater Mode”.)

5°C to 35°C
20°C to 60°C

Plastic
38 kHz
260  74  207 mm (W  H  D) (main body only)
260  82  207 mm (W  H  D) (including adjustment feet and projecting parts)

2.6 kg
Remote control, Two AAA size batteries, Rubber leg tips for remote control, Power cord
(1.8 m), Computer RGB cable (for Europe only), DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable (15 cm), A/V
cable, 21 pin RCA conversion adaptor (for Europe only), Extra air filter, Lens cap
(attached), Lens cap strap, Two LCD projector operation manuals
Lamp unit (Lamp/cage module) (BQC-PGC20X//1), Remote control (RRMCG1643CESA),
AAA size batteries, Rubber leg tips for remote control (GLEGG9095CEZZ), Power cord,
Computer RGB cable (QCNWG0002CEZZ), DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable (QCNW­5288CEZZ), A/V cable (QCNW-3740CEZZ), 21 pin RCA conversion adaptor
(QSOCZ0361CEZZ), Air filter (PFILD0123CEZZ), Lens cap (PCOVZ1095CEKA), Lens cap
strap (UBNDT0013CEZZ), Two LCD projector operation manuals (TINS-7348CEZZ, TINS­7385CEZZ)

This SHARP projector uses LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panels. These
very sophisticated panels contain 480,000 pixels ( RGB) TFTs (Thin
Film Transistors). As with any high technology electronic equipment
such as large screen TVs, video systems and video cameras, there
are certain acceptable tolerances that the equipment must conform
to.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

This unit has some inactive TFTs within acceptable tolerances which
may result in illuminated or inactive dots on the picture screen. This
will not affect the picture quality or the life expectancy of the unit.

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Dimensions

100-240V

Rear View

Top View

RGB /COMPONENTCRCBY

(INPUT 1, 2)
AUDIO INPUT

RS-232C

INPUT 1 INPUT 2/COMPONENT

Side View

TEMP.

LAMP

PICT MODE

260

KEYSTONE

ON/OFF

ZOOM

FOCUS

BACK ENTER MENU

INPUT

POWER

207

Front View

82

42 32

58118

8

LR

AUDIO INPUT

(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT)

VIDEO

INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

169.5

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Bottom View

Units: mm

Glossary

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.

Aspect ratio

Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4 : 3. There are
also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and 21 : 9.

Auto sync

Optimises projected computer images by automatically adjusting certain characteristics.

Background

Initial setting image projected when no signal is being input.

Clock

Clock adjustment is used to adjust vertical noise when clock level is incorrect.

Colour temperature

Function that can be used to adjust the colour temperature to suit the type of image input to the projector.

Freeze

Function to freeze a moving image.

Gamma correction

Offers richer image viewing with dark scene phase and contrast correction according to image and room
brightness. Three gamma settings are available.

GUI

Graphical User Interface. User interface with graphics that allow easier operation.

Intelligent compression and expansion

High quality resizing of lower and higher resolution images to fit the projector’s native resolution.

Phase

Phase shift is a timing shift between isomorphic signals with the same resolution. When phase level is incorrect,
the projected image typically displays horizontal flicker.

Picture display mode

Allows you to modify or customise the picture display mode to enhance the input image.

Progressive mode (Film mode)

Optimises the image by converting the interlaced signal to the progressive. Useful for displaying slow-moving
images or still images.

RS-232C

Function to control the projector from the computer by using the RS-232C ports on the projector and computer.

Sync on green

Video signal mode of a computer which overlaps horizontal and vertical sync signal to green colour signal pin.

Theatre 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.

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