Page 3 - Contents
3 Contents About this manual... ...............................................................................4 Projector Overview ......................................................... 5 Projector Features and Main Functions .................................................5 Remote Controller a...
Page 5 - Projector Overview; Projector Features and Main Functions
5 Projector Overview This section describes the features of the projector, and explains the functions of the projector and remote controller keys. XJ-A130V/XJ-A135V/XJ-A140V/XJ-A145V/XJ-A150V/XJ-A155V/XJ-A230V/XJ-A235V/XJ-A240V/XJ-A245V/XJ-A250V/XJ-A255V A laser and LED hybrid light source provide...
Page 7 - Remote Controller Keys; Remote Controller and Projector Keys
7 Operations in this manual are presented based on the remote controller that comes with the projector. Major operation keys are also provided on the projector unit, so the most of the same procedures can also be performed directly on the projector. Remote Controller Keys The remote controller does ...
Page 8 - Projector Keys and Indicators
8 Projector Keys and Indicators Note Functions of projector keys and remote controller keys that have the same name are identical. The projector [ZOOM] key corresponds to the remote controller [ZOOM +] and [ZOOM –] keys, while the projector [FOCUS] key corresponds to the remote controller [FOCUS...
Page 9 - Operation During Projection; Adjusting Image Brightness; To adjust image brightness; Image Operations During Projection
9 Operation During Projection This section explains the various types of operations you can perform while the projector is projecting an image. You can perform the following operations while projecting an image. Image brightness adjustment Color mode selection Image zooming Momentary cut off...
Page 10 - Selecting the Color Mode; To change the color mode; ] keys to move the highlighting to the color mode you want to; Zooming an Image; ] keys to scroll the view
10 Selecting the Color Mode You can select from among various different color mode settings in accordance with image contents and projection conditions. Important! The color mode cannot be selected while “Off” is selected for the Eco Mode (page 15). To change the color mode 1. Press the [COLOR MODE]...
Page 11 - Momentarily Cutting Off the Input Source Image; Freezing an Image; To freeze the projected image
11 Momentarily Cutting Off the Input Source Image 1. Press the [BLANK] key. This temporarily cuts off the image from the input source and projects a black screen in its place. 2. To resume projection of the image from the input source, press the [BLANK] key (or [ESC] key). Note You can specify pro...
Page 12 - Displaying a Pointer in the Projected Image; To display a pointer in the image; Use the cursor keys to move the pointer to the location you want.; To select the pointer type
12 Displaying a Pointer in the Projected Image You can select from among different pointer styles, including various arrow styles, for display in the projected image. Pointers can be used during a presentation to indicate or highlight a specific part of the image. Note Depending on the pointer style...
Page 13 - Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image
13 Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image Press the [ASPECT] key to cycle through the aspect ratio settings for the projected image.Available settings depend on your projector model as shown below. For details about the meaning of each setting, see the “Aspect Ratio” setting (page 29) on t...
Page 14 - To adjust the volume level; To mute the audio; Adjusting the Volume Level
14 You can use the remote controller keys to adjust the volume level of the audio that is output from the projector’s speaker. To adjust the volume level 1. Press the [VOLUME] key. This causes the [Volume] screen to appear on the projected image. 2. Press the [ ] key to increase the volume, or t...
Page 15 - Changing the Eco Mode Setting; ] keys to move the highlighting to the Eco Mode you want to
15 The following three Eco Mode settings are available to specify whether priority should be given to low-power, low-noise operation or light source unit brightness. Changing the Eco Mode Setting 1. Press the [ECO] key. This displays the Eco Mode selection window. The currently selected Eco Mode i...
Page 17 - Configuring Advanced Projector Settings; Displaying the Setup Menu; To exit the setup menu; Configuring Setup Menu Settings; ] keys to select the main menu item you want by highlighting; Basic Setup Menu Operations
17 Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that you can use to configure advanced settings. Displaying the Setup Menu Pressing the [MENU] key displays the menu shown below in the center of the projection screen. To exit the setup menu Press the [MENU] key. Configuring...
Page 18 - Basic Setup Menu Example; To configure the “Image Adjustment 1
18 Basic Setup Menu Example The procedure below shows how to configure the following three settings: Image Adjustment 1 Contrast Image Adjustment 1 Color Mode Input Settings Signal Name Indicator Note Certain settings on the setup menu cannot be changed while there is no input signal t...
Page 19 - ] keys to select the color mode you want, and then press the; To configure the “Input Settings
19 To configure the “Image Adjustment 1 Color Mode” setting 5. Use the [ ] key to select “Color Mode”. 6. Press the [ENTER] key. This displays the color mode menu. 7. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select the color mode you want, and then press the [ENTER] key. 8. After selecting the color mo...
Page 20 - Direct Power On
20 Direct Power On You can configure the projector so it powers up automatically as soon as you plug it into a power source. With this “Direct Power On” feature, you do not even need to press the [ P ] (Power) key. To enable Direct Power On, display the Setup Menu, and then change the “Direct Power ...
Page 21 - Inputting a Password; Password Protecting the Projector
21 The password feature lets you keep unauthorized individuals from using the projector. You can specify whether password input is required whenever you turn on the projector, and you can specify and change the password as required. Use the setup menu “Option Settings 1 Power On Password” setting ...
Page 22 - Enter the current password.; Enter a key sequence up to eight key operations long.
22 Keep a written record of your password! You will not be able to use the projector if you forget its password. We strongly suggest that you keep a written or other type of record of the password so you can look it up when necessary. To change the password 1. Press the [MENU] key to display the set...
Page 23 - To turn password protection on and off; Entering the Password when Turning On the Projector
23 To turn password protection on and off 1. Display the Power On Password setting screen by performing steps 1 through 5 of the procedure under “To change the password” on page 22. At this time, make sure that “Power On Password” is selected on the Power On Password setting screen. 2. Use the [ ...
Page 26 - Image Adjustment 1 Main Menu; Setup Menu Contents
26 This section contains tables that provide detailed explanations of all of the items included on the setup menu. The following describes the type of information that appears in each of the columns of the tables. Image Adjustment 1 Main Menu Setup Menu Contents Setting Name: This column shows the n...
Page 28 - Image Adjustment 2 Main Menu; About the “Signal Specific” Setting Unit; Volume Adjustment Main Menu
28 Image Adjustment 2 Main Menu About the “Signal Specific” Setting Unit For the items that have “Signal Specific” in the “Setting Unit” column of the above table, the setting is saved for the specific type of signal (XGA/60Hz, SXGA/60Hz, etc.) that is being input when the setting is performed, and ...
Page 29 - Screen Settings Main Menu
29 Screen Settings Main Menu Setting Name Input Setting Unit Description Keystone Correction R C V H D W U N Single Use this sub-menu to correct vertical keystoning of the projected image. Aspect Ratio R C V H D Source Specific Use this sub-menu to select an aspect ratio setting for the projected im...
Page 31 - Input Settings Main Menu
31 Input Settings Main Menu Setting Name Input Setting Unit Description COMPUTER Terminal R C N Single Use this sub-menu to specify manually the type of signal being input from the projector’s COMPUTER terminal. Auto * : Automatically detects the signal being input from the COMPUTER terminal and con...
Page 32 - Option Settings 1 Main Menu
32 Option Settings 1 Main Menu Setting Name Input Setting Unit Description Auto Keystone Correction R C V H D W U N Single Use this sub-menu to turn auto keystone correction on or off. On * : Select this option to turn on auto keystone correction. Off: Select this option to turn off auto keystone co...
Page 33 - Option Settings 2 Main Menu
33 Option Settings 2 Main Menu Language R C V H D W U N Single Use this sub-menu to specify the language to use for messages, setup menus, etc.English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Swedish / Chinese (Simplified) / Chinese (Traditional) / Korean / Japanese Restore Menu Defaults R C V H D W ...
Page 36 - Cleaning the Projector; Cleaning the Projector Exterior
36 Cleaning the Projector Periodically clean the projector exterior, lens, intake vents, and exhaust vents on a regular basis. Important! Before cleaning the projector, be sure to unplug it from the power outlet and make sure it is cooled down completely. Wipe the exterior of the projector with a so...
Page 37 - Error Indicators and Warning Messages
37 Error Indicators and Warning Messages Warning messages and indicators let you know what the problem is when a projector error occurs.When an error occurs, wait until the fan stops before unplugging the AC power cord. If you unplug the AC power cord while the fan is still operating, an error may o...
Page 40 - Appendix; Connecting to a Component Video Output Device
40 Appendix Some video devices are equipped with a component video output terminal. You can use an commercially available component video cable to connect the COMPUTER terminal of the projector to the component video output terminal of a video device. Important! Always turn off the projector and the...
Page 42 - Remote Controller Range; Remote Controller Signal Range
42 When performing an operation on the remote controller, point it at the remote control signal receiver on the back or front of the projector. The following illustration shows the range of the remote controller signal. Remote Controller Range The range of the remote controller may be narrower and...
Page 43 - Projection Distance and Screen Size
43 The following table shows the relationship between the distance and projected image size. * h = Height from the center of the lens to the bottom edge of the projection screen. Important! Note that the distances provided above are for reference only. Projection Distance and Screen Size Projection ...
Page 44 - Aspect Ratio Setting and Projection Image
44 The following shows how images are projected in accordance with the type of the input signal and the aspect ratio setting of the projector. XJ-A230V/XJ-A235V/XJ-A240V/XJ-A245V/XJ-A250V/XJ-A255V Input source: RGB or HDMI (PC) * The blue boundary indicates the projection area. Aspect Ratio Setting ...
Page 48 - RGB Signal; Supported Signals
48 Important! Even if a signal is listed in the table below, it does not guarantee that you will be able to display its images correctly. RGB Signal Supported Signals Signal Name Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) VESA 640 × 480/60 640 × 480 31.5 60 640 × 480/72 640 ...
Page 50 - HDMI Signal
50 HDMI Signal Signal Name Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640 × 480/60 31.5 60 800 × 600/60 37.9 60 1024 × 768/60 48.4 60 1280 × 768/60 47.8 60 1280 × 800/60 49.7 60 1280 × 960/60 60 60 1280 × 1024/60 64 60 1400 × 1050/60 65.3 60 SDTV (480p) 31.5 60 SDTV (576p) 31.25 50 HDTV (720...