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Important Maintenance &
Setup & Connections Operation Useful Features Appendix
Information Troubleshooting
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
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PG C20XU
LCD PROJECTOR
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Before using the LCD projector, please read this operation manual carefully. OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH IMPORTANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your - Model No.: PG C20XU Color LCD Projector, please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this Serial No.: 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. There are tw
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Important Information 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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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this LCD Projector, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing. For your own protection and reliable usage of your LCD Projector, please be sure to read these “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD
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Important Information Outstanding Features X 1. ADVANCED COMPATIBILITY WITH HIGH-END WORKSTATIONS AND PCS L H 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 Y/C CIRCUITRY Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl and cross color noise. 3. 3D DIGITAL UNIFORMITY Equipped with new 3D digital uniformity technology for a clearer, more uniform image. 4. ACTIVE DIGITAL KE
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Contents Important Information Useful Features IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS …………………… 3 Freeze Function …………………………………… 30 Outstanding Features …………………………… 4 Digital Image Magnification …………………… 31 Contents …………………………………………… 5 Gamma Correction ……………………………… 32 Usage Guidelines ………………………………… 6 Selecting the Picture Display Mode …………… 33 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals Checking the Input Signal (for Windows and Macintosh) ……………… 7 and the Lamp Usage Time …………………… 34 For SHARP Assistance (U.S.A. only)
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Important Information Usage Guidelines Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have Authorized Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Center replace lamp if rupture occurs. See “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on pages 40 and 41. CAUT I ON ATTENT I ON BQC-PGC20X//1 Cautions Concerning the Setup of the Projector 95˚F For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, SHARP recommends (35˚C) that this projector be installed in a
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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. To Install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM For Windows: For Macintosh: 1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 1 Insert t
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Important Information 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 LAMP REPLACEMENT ON/OFF button 16 39 indicator ON/OFF LAMP POWER TEMPERATURE WARNING POWER indicator 16 39 indicator TEMP. KEYSTONE 17 28 INPUT AUTO SYNC AUTO SYNC/ENTER button INPUT/BACK button 23 23 BACK ENTER MENU 20 KEYSTONE/Adjustment MENU button 23 (∂/ƒ) buttons 23 Air filter/Cooling fan ZOOM knob 37 17 (Intake vent) Speaker FOCUS
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Part Names Remote Control Front View Rear View Mouse (∂/ƒ)/ 22 Adjustment (∂/ƒ) Mouse (©) button 22 23 buttons 22 LEFT-CLICK/ Mouse (ß) button 22 POWER button BACK button 16 23 22 RIGHT-CLICK/ MOUSE button 22 ENTER button 23 FREEZE button 30 31 ENLARGE button MENU button 23 28 AUTO SYNC button INPUT button AV MUTE button 17 17 KEYSTONE buttons 20 33 RESIZE button Opening the Flip Cover VOLUME buttons 17 32 GAMMA button Flip cover Inserting the Batteries Press the tab and lift open Insert two AAA
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Setup & Connections Setup & Connections E-10
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Supplied Accessories Remote control RRMCG1613CESA Power cord Two AAA size batteries CACCU5013DE01 Computer audio cable DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable Computer RGB cable QCNW-4870CEZZ QCNW-5288CEZZ QCNWG0002CEZZ Remote mouse receiver PS/2 mouse control cable USB mouse control cable RUNTK0694CEZZ QCNW-5113CEZZ QCNW-5680CEZZ Extra air filter Lens cap Lens cap strap PFILD0123CEZZ PCOVZ1095CEKA UBNDT0013CEZZ CD-ROM LCD projector quick reference UDSKA0029CEN1 guide TINS-7205CEZZ LCD projector operation manua
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Setup & Connections Connecting the Projector Connecting the Power Cord Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the back of the projector. Power cord CACCU5013DE01 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 color computer images. Connecting a computer using the standard 15-pin input Computer RGB cable QCNWG0002CEZZ Computer audio cable QCNW-4870CEZZ
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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
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Setup & Connections 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. •
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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 45 and 46 for details. DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable QCNW-5288CEZZ 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
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Operation Operation Basic Operations 1 Make the necessary connections before pro- ceeding. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. Maintenance indicators The POWER indicator illuminates red and the projector enters standby mode. ON/OFF LAMP POWER • If the side filter cover is not securely installed, the POWER indicator flashes. TEMP. KEYSTONE 2 Press ON/OFF on the projector or POWER on the remote control for over one second. Projector Remote control ON/OFF LAMP • The flashing green LAMP REPLACE
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Basic Operations 3 Slide the ZOOM knob. The image can be adjusted to the desired size within the zoom range. 3 4 Rotate the FOCUS ring until the image on the 4 screen becomes clear. Projector Remote control 5 Press INPUT to select the desired input mode. Press INPUT again to change the mode. ON/OFF LAMP POWER 8 TEMP. • When the selected input signal is being received, “Adjusting KEYSTONE 7 The Image” will be displayed. INPUT AUTO SYNC • When no signal is being received, “NO SIGNAL” will be 5 dis
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Operation 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 centered in the middle of the screen. If the lens center 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 ont
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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 projec
