Sharp XG-MB65X-L, XG-MB55X-L, XR-10X-L, XR-10S-L - Manuals

1 Intr oduction Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully. There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARPProjector, using the REGISTRATION CARD packed with the projector. 1. WARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately receive the ...

2 Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 52 . PRODUCT DISPOSAL This projector utilizes tin-lead solder, and a pressurized lamp containing a small amount ofmercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.For disposal or recycling...

3 Intr oduction 37 Useful Features Using the Menu Screen Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “Bright”. • This operation can also be perfor med by using the buttons on the projector. Press B MENU. • The “Picture” menu screen for the se- lected input mode is displayed. Adjustment buttons(...

4 Contents Preparing Introduction How to Read this Operation Manual .... 3 Contents ............................................... 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............... 6How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals .............................................. 9 Accessories ..............................

5 Intr oduction Reference Appendix Maintenance ....................................... 47Cleaning and Replacing the Dust Filters ................................................ 48 Maintenance Indicators ...................... 50Regarding the Lamp ........................... 52 Lamp ...................

6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions shouldbe read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should beretained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operatinginstructions should be ...

7 Intr oduction 15. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, orintegral convenience receptacles as this canresult in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this productthrough openings as they may touch dangerousvoltage poi...

9 Intr oduction ■ When turning off the projector, the cooling fanruns to decrease the internal temperature fora while. Unplug the power cord after the cool-ing fan stops. The period the cooling fan runswill vary, depending on the circumstances andthe internal temperature. Caution regarding usage of ...

10 Accessories Remote control RRMCGA398WJSA Two R-6 batteries (“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) Power cord* RGB cable (10 ' (3.0 m)) QCNWGA045WJPZ • Operation manual (this manual (TINS-C689WJZZ) and CD-ROM (UDSKAA083WJZZ)) Optional accessories ■ 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (10 n (3.0 m)) ■ DIN-...

11 Intr oduction 31 37 50 30 30 28 29 47 28 15 27 27, 50 37, 46 27, 50 37 Top View STANDBY/ONbutton For turning thepower on andputting theprojector intostandby mode. Lamp indicator Temperature warningindicator Adjustment buttons( P / R / O / Q ) For selecting menu items. Volume buttons(– O / Q +) Fo...

12 25 47 29 26 25 25 24 232425 21 2324 26 24 43 47 Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained. Terminals Rear View Refer to “INPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment” on page 21 . AUDIO (INPUT3, 4) terminal(Shared forINPUT 3 and 4) INPUT 3 termin...

14 • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent type. • Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the m and n marks inside the battery compartment. • Batteries of different types have different properties, therefore do not mi...

15 Intr oduction • The signal from the remote control can be re- flected off a screen for easy operation. How-ever, the effective distance of the signal maydiffer depending on the screen material. When using the remote control • Ensure that you do not drop it or expose it to moisture or high tempera...

16 Quick Start This section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the computer). For details, seethe page described below for each step. Setup and Projection In this section, connection of the projector and the computer is explained using one example. When connecting equipment other t...

17 Quic k Star t 4. Adjust the projected image with the Setup Guide Select the “INPUT 1” using the INPUT button on the projector or C INPUT 1 on the remote control. 6. Select the INPUT mode • When pressing the INPUT button on the projector, input mode switches in the following order: INPUT1 INPUT2 I...

18 Ceiling-mount Setup ■ It is recommended that you use the optionalSharp ceiling-mount bracket for this installa-tion. Before mounting the projector, contactyour nearest Shar p Authorized ProjectorDealer or Service Center to obtain the rec-ommended ceiling-mount bracket (sold sepa-rately).• AN-XRCM...

19 Setup 300" 200" 100" 84"60" 240" ´ 180" 160" ´ 120" 80" ´ 60" 67" ´ 50" 48" ´ 36" 34'3 "–39' 8" (10.4 m – 12.1 m) 22'10 "–26'5 " (7.0 m – 8.1 m) 11'5 "–13'3 " (3.5 m – 4.0 m) 9'7 "–11'1 " (2.9 m – 3.4 m) 6...

20 Setting up the Projector (Continued) 300 (762 cm) 270 (686 cm) 250 (635 cm) 200 (508 cm) 150 (381 cm) 100 (254 cm) 84 (213 cm) 72 (183 cm) 60 (152 cm) 40 (102 cm) 610 cm (240 ) 549 cm (216 ) 508 cm (200 ) 406 cm (160 ) 305 cm (120 ) 203 cm (80 ) 171 cm (67 ) 146 cm (58 ) 122 cm (48 ) 81 cm (32 ) ...

21 Connections Connections INPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment INPUT 1, 2 terminal ■ Connecting the computer. (See page 23 .) ■ Connecting video equipment with compo- nent output terminal (DVD player, DTVdecoder, DVD recorder with hard disc,etc.). (See page 24 .) INPUT 3 terminal Connecti...

22 Samples of Cables for Connection Cables for a cameraor a video game Equipment Input Signal Cable Terminal on the projector ø3.5 mm stereo audio cable(commercially available or available as Sharpservice part QCNWGA038WJPZ) RGB cable (supplied) S-video cable (commercially available) Video cable (co...

23 Connections Connecting to a Computer To RGB output terminal To audio output terminal RGB Cable * ø3.5 mm stereo ormono audio cable(commerciallyavailable oravailable as Sharpservice partQCNWGA038WJPZ) RGB Cable Before connecting, ensure that the power cord of the projector is unplugged from the AC...

24 L R Connecting to Video Equipment The projector is equipped with input terminals that suppor t component, S-video, and video signals.See the illustration below to connect with the audio-visual equipment.The image quality is highest in the order of the component signal, the S-video signal and the ...

25 Connections L R To video output terminal When using a composite video cable(INPUT4) To audio output terminal N o t e Composite video cable(commercially available) RCA audio cable (com-mercially available) To AUDIO (INPUT 3, 4) terminal To INPUT4terminal Connecting to a Monitor with RGB Input Term...

26 Controlling the Projector by a Computer When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor* (optional: AN-A1RS) and an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commerciallyavailable), the computer can be used to control the projector and check ...

27 Basic Operation Turning the Projector On/Off R e m o v e t h e l e n s c a p a n d p r e s s S STANDBY/ON on the projector or f ON on the remote control. • When System Lock is set, the keycode input box appears. To cancel the keycode setting, input thekeycode that you have already set. See page 4...

28 About the Setup Guide After turning on the projector, the SetupGuide screen appears to assist you withprojector setup. Press T ENTER to exit the Setup Guide screen. Guidance items 1 FOCUS2 HEIGHT ADJUST3 ZOOM STANDBY/ONbutton ENTER button 1 Adjusting the Focus You can adjust the focus with the fo...

29 Basic Operation 3 Adjusting the Height The height of the projector can be ad-justed using the adjustment feet at thefront and rear of the projector.When the screen is above the projec-tor, the projection image can be madehigher by adjusting the projector. 1 2 3 • Do not apply too much pressure on...

32 Image Projection (Continued) XG-MB65X-L/55X-L/ XR-10X-L XR-10S-L Resize Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image. De-pending on the input signal, you can choose “NORMAL”, “BORDER” or “STRETCH” image. Press H RESIZE. • See page 41 for setting ...

33 Basic Operation VIDEO • “STRETCH” is fixed when 540P, 720P or 1080 I signals are entered. : Cutout area on which images cannot be projected.: Area on which the image is not included in the original signals. Input Signal DVD / Video Image type Output screen image NORMAL BORDER STRETCH 480 I , 480P...

34 Auto Sync(Auto Sync Adjustment) Operating with the Remote Control Freezing a Moving Image • When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto Sync adjustment, use the help menufor manual adjustments. (See page 46 .) Auto Sync function works when detect-ing input signal after the projector turns...

35 Useful Features The following shows the items that can be set in the projector. Menu Items “Screen adjustment (SCR-ADJ)” menu INPUT 1 (Component)/INPUT 2(Component)/INPUT 3/INPUT 4 INPUT 1 (RGB)/INPUT2 (RGB) “Picture” menu Picture Picture Mode Contrast 0 0 0 0 K 7 5 0 0 SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help B...

36 “Projector adjustment (PRJ-ADJ)” menu Picture Auto Search SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Auto Sync Auto Power Off System Sound System Lock h On On On On SEL./ADJ. ENTER END 0 Lamp Timer(Life) 100% Speaker On RS-232C 9600 bps Fan Mode Normal Picture There is no picture or audio SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help ...

40 4 4 4 4 4 Progressive • In NTSC or PAL60Hz, even if the 3D Progres- sive mode has been set, the three-two pulldown enhancement will be enabled automati-cally when the film source has been entered. • When the image is blurred or noisy, switch to the optimal mode. • When using progressive inputs, i...

41 Useful Features Adjusting the Projected Image(“SCR - ADJ” menu) Picture Resize Image Shift 0 0 SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Keystone Auto Keystone OSD Display Background Setup Guide PRJ Mode Language Front English On Logo On Off Normal SEL./ADJ. ENTER END 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 Setting the Resize ...

43 Useful Features Adjusting the Projector Function (“PRJ - ADJ” menu) Picture Auto Search SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Auto Sync Auto Power Off System Sound System Lock h On On On On SEL./ADJ. ENTER END 0 Lamp Timer(Life) 100% Speaker On RS-232C 9600 bps Fan Mode Normal 1 1 1 1 1 Auto Search Function T...

44 Info This function prevents unauthorized use of theprojector. Once this function is activated, usersmust enter the correct keycode each time theprojector is turned on. We suggest you record the keycode in a safe place where only au-thorized users have access. • If you lose or forget your keycode,...

45 Useful Features N o t e Input screen for keycode To cancel the keycode that you have alreadyset • Press R on the projector for four times in steps 2 and 3 above. When the System Lock is set • When System Lock is set, the keycode input screen appears after the power is turned on.When it appears, e...

46 Troubleshooting with the “Help” menu Utilizing the “Help” menu func-tions This function advises you to solve the problems during usage. • You can adjust the items with check marks ( ✔ ). • The items in the “Help” menu change, de- pending on the input signal or setting that youhave selected. • I f...

47 Appendix Cleaning the lens ■ Use a commercially available blower or lenscleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid typecleaning agents, as they may wear off thecoating film on the surface of the lens. ■ As the surface of the lens can easily getdamag...

48 Cleaning the Dust Filters • The dust filters should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the filters more often whenthe projector is used in a dusty or smokylocation. Press S STANDBY/ON on the pro- jector to put the projector intostandby mode. • Wait until the cooling fan stops.• Disconnect t...

49 Appendix Replace the filter holders. • Align the tabs on the filter holders while replacing them, and then press down onthe tabs to lock them in place. 4 Replacing the Dust Filters • If the filters become too dirty to clean effectively, purchase new ones(PFILDA025WJZZ) from your nearest SharpAuth...

50 Maintenance Indicators About the lamp indicator ■ When the remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, (yellow) and “Change The Lamp” will bedisplayed on the screen. When the percentage becomes 0%, it will change to (red), the lamp will automatically turn off and then the projector will automatically...

52 Regarding the Lamp Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality. The lamp life(percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. (See page 4...

53 Appendix Removing and Installing theLamp Unit • Make sure that you remove the lamp unit by the handle. Do not touch the glass surface ofthe lamp unit or the inside of the projector. • To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, make sure you carefully follow the stepsbelow. • Do not loose...

54 Regarding the Lamp (Continued) Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by thehandle and pull it in the direction of thearrow. At this time, keep the lamp unithorizontal and do not tilt it. Resetting the Lamp Timer Reset the lamp timer after replac...

55 Appendix Connecting Pin Assignments COMPUTER-RGB Input/Output COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT INPUT1, 2 and COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT OUTPUT Terminals: 15-pin mini D-sub female connector 1. Video input (red) 2. Video input (green/sync on green) 3. Video input (blue) 4. Not connected 5. Not connected 6. Earth...

56 RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings Computer control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial control cable(cross type, sold separately) to the projector. (See page 26 for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the comp...

57 Appendix Power Off Power On Power Status Projector Condition Lamp Status Lamp Power Status Lamp Quantity Lamp Usage Time (Hour) Lamp Life (Percentage) Model Name Check Model Name Check Projector Name Setting 1 (First four characters) *1 Projector Name Setting 2 (Middle four characters) *1 Project...

60 DTV • When this projector receives 640 K 350 VESA format VGA signals, “640 K 400” appears on the screen. • Optimum image quality will be achieved by matching your computer’s output resolution to theprojector’s native resolution. (1024 x 768 for the XG-MB65X-L, XG-MB55X-L and XR-10X-L modelsOR 800...

61 Appendix Troubleshooting No picture and no sound or projector does not start. Sound is heard but no picture appears (or picture is dark). Color is faded or poor. Picture is blurred; noise appears. Picture appears but no sound is heard. An unusual sound is occasionally heard from the cabinet. Prob...

63 Appendix For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, firstrefer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 61 and 62 . If this operation manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departmentslisted below. U.S.A. Sharp ...

64 ProjectorXG-MB65X-L/XG-MB55X-L/XR-10X-L/XR-10S-LNTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL-60/SECAM/DTV480 I /DTV480P/ DTV540P/DTV576 I /DTV576P/DTV720P/DTV1035 I /DTV1080 I /DTV1080 I -50 Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device TM (DMD TM ) by Texas Instruments Panel size: [XG-MB65X-L/XG-MB55X-L/XR-10...

65 Appendix Dimensions Units: inches (mm) 12 13 / 32 ( 315) 3 1 / 16 ( 77.5) 3 5 / 32 ( 80) 1 55 / 64 ( 47) 2 7 / 8 ( 73) 4 19 / 64 ( 109) 11 1 / 32 ( 280) 23 / 64 ( 9) 13 / 64 ( 5) 7 / 16 ( 11) ø 9 7 / 64 ( 69.2) 2 19 / 32 ( 65.5) 1 53 / 64 ( 46.2) 2 61 / 64 ( 75) 1 11 / 32 ( 33.8) 1 7 / 8 ( 47.5) ...