Sharp PG-A20X - Manual

Intr oduction -3 Outstanding Features 1. Light and Compact Design ••••• A4 / letter size projector weighing only 2.9 kg / 6.4 lbs can be easilytransported from room to room or location to location . 2. Comfortable Operation, Classroom and Meeting Room Friendly ••••• Low fan noise and front directed ...

-4 Contents Computer Image Adjustment ........................... 38 Adjusting the Computer Image .............................. 38Special Modes (Special Mode Settings) ................. 38Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ........................ 39Signal Info (Checking the Input Signal) ..............

Introduction -5 Appendix Carrying the Projector ...................................... 51 How to Use the Carrying Case ................................ 51 Maintenance ...................................................... 52 Replacing the Air Filter ..................................... 53 Cleaning ...

-6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be readbefore 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...

-8 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Be sure to read the following safeguards when setting upyour projector. Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ Potential hazard of glass particles iflamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture,contact your nearest Sharp AuthorizedProjector Dealer or Service Center fora replacement.See...

Introduction -9 PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, so that you canwork with the projector, even if you do not have this manual. To utilize these manuals, youneed to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have notinstalled Acrobat Re...

-10 26 26 55 55 27 29 39 27 13 52 21 21 ON button For turning the power on. 28 STANDBY button For putting the projector into the standby mode. Power indicator Illuminates red when the projector is in standby. When the power is turned on, this indicator will illuminate green. Lamp indicator Illuminat...

Introduction -13 Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries The batteries (two R-6 batteries (“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar)) are supplied in thepackage. 1 Press the ▲ mark on the cover and slide it in the direction of thearrow. 2 Insert the batteries. • Insert the batteries making sure...

-14 Accessories Remote controlRRMCGA187WJSA Two R-6 batteries(“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) Power cord * For U.S., Canada, etc.(6' (1.8 m))QACCDA016WJPZ For Europe, except U.K.(6' (1.8 m))QACCVA006WJPZ * Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country. ■ 3 RCA to 15-pi...

Connections and Setup -15 Connecting the Projector to Other Devices Before Connecting N o t e • Before connecting, be sure to unplug the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turn off thedevices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other devi...

Connections and Setup -17 “Plug and Play” function (when connecting to a 15-pin terminal) ■ This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B. The projector and a VESA DDCcompatible computer will communicate their setting requirements, allowing for quick and easy setup. ■ Before using the...

-18 Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting the Projector to Other Devices Connecting to VideoEquipment Using anS-video, a CompositeVideo or an Audio Cable Using an S-video, video, or audio cable, a VCR,laser disc player or other audio-visual equipmentcan be connected to INPUT 2, INPUT 3 and AU-DIO...

-20 Connecting to aComputer Using a DIN-D-sub RS-232C Adaptorand an RS-232C SerialControl Cable When the RS-232C terminal on the projector isconnected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor (sold separately) and an RS-232Cserial control cable (cross type, sold separately),the computer can be...

Connections and Setup -21 Setup Using the AdjustmentFeet The height of the projector can be adjusted us-ing the adjustment feet at the front and rear ofthe projector when the surface the projector isplaced on is uneven or when the screen isslanted.The projection of the image can be made higherby adj...

-22 Adjusting the Lens The image is focused and adjusted to the de-sired size using the focus ring or zoom knobon the projector. 1 Adjust the focus by rotating thefocus ring. 2 Adjust zooming by moving thezoom knob. Setup Zoom in Zoo m o ut Focus ring Zoom knob PG-A20X_E_PDF_P21_25.p65 03.4.23, 9:56...

Connections and Setup -23 90 ° 90 ° Example of standard setup Setting up the Screen Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image. N o t e • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing...

-24 STRETCH Mode (16:9) Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center Diag. [ χ ] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H] 300" (762 cm) 261" (664 cm) 147" (374 cm) 35' 9" (10.9 m) 42' 8" (13.0 m) –4 47 / 64 " (–12.0 ...

Connections and Setup -25 When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display The image is reversed. When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display The image is inverted. Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Projection from behind the Screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector an...

-26 Image Projection Basic Procedure Connect the required external equipment to the pro-jector before carrying out the following procedures. Info • The language preset at the factory is English.If you want to change the on-screen display toanother language, reset the language accord-ing to the proce...

Basic Operation -27 3 Press , or on the remote control to select the IN-PUT mode. • After pressing once on the projector, use to select the desired input mode. N o t e • When no signal is received, “NO SIG-NAL” will be displayed. When a signalthat the projector is not preset to re-ceive is received,...

-28 Image Projection Selecting the On-screenDisplay Language The on-screen display language of the projector can beset to English, German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Ital-ian, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. 1 Press on the remote control. • The “Picture” menu will be displayed. 2 Pres...

-30 Menu Items This list shows the items that can be set in the projector. ■ INPUT 1 Mode N o t e • In the “Picture” menu of INPUT 1, “Color”, “Tint” and “Sharp” are only displayed when “Signal Type” is setto “Component” or set to “Auto” and the input signal is recognized as a component signal. • In...

-32 The menu screens allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings.You can operate the menus from the remote control using the following procedure. Using the Menu Screen Example: “ P i c t u r e ” m e n u s c r e e n f o r INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Menu Selections (Adjustments) 1 Press . • T...

Basic Operation -35 Sub menu 3 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the item you want to set, and thenpress | | | | | to display the sub menu. • The selected item is highlighted. N o t e • Press or \ to return to the pre- vious screen. • For some items, press \ or | to se- lect...

-36 You can adjust the projector’s picture to your preferences using the “Picture” menu. Foroperation of the menu screen, see pages 32 to 35 . CLR Temp (Adjusting the Color Temperature) Select “CLR Temp” on the “Picture” menuand the desired color temperature setting. Description of Color Temperature...

Basic Operation -37 Selectable settings StandardPresentation Cinema Game Description For standard imageBrightens darker portions of image formore enhanced presentations.Gives greater depth to darker portionsof image for a more exciting theaterexperience.For natural color gradation for playinga game,...

-38 Using the “Fine Sync” menu, you can adjust the computer image, match the computer dis-play mode, and check the input signal. For operation of the menu screen, see pages 32 to 35 . Example: “Fine Sync” menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Adjusting the ComputerImage When “Auto Sync” is set to OFF or when...

Basic Operation -39 Signal Info (Checking the Input Signal) Select “Signal Info” on the “Fine Sync” menuto check the current input signal informa-tion. N o t e • T h e p r o j e c t o r w i l l d i s p l a y t h e n u m b e r o fscanned lines available from audio-visualequipment such as a DVD player...

-40 Picture Display Mode Switching the Picture Dis-play Mode Press . • Pressing changes the display as shown on pages 40 and 41 . • To return to the standard image, press while “ RESIZE ” is displayed on the screen. This function allows you to modify or customize the picture display mode to enhance ...

-41 Easy to Use Functions VIDEO • “STRETCH” is fixed when 540P, 720P or 1080 I signals are entered. 4:3 aspect ratio Letter box Squeezed 16:9 image Squeezed 4:3 image 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio (4:3 aspect ratio in 16:9 screen) Output screen image Input Signal Image type DVD / Video 480 I ,...

-42 × 1 × 4 × 9 × 16 × 36 × 64 × 2 × 3 You can instantly freeze a moving image and enlarge a specific portion of an image with theremote control. Using these functions, you can explain the image to the audience more effec-tively. Still and Zoom Image Freezing a MovingImage 1 Press . • The projected ...

-43 Easy to Use Functions Keylock Function Locking the Operation But-tons Hold down on the projector for about 3 seconds while the projector isbeing turned on. N o t e • The keylock function does not affect the opera-tion with the remote control buttons. • You cannot use the keylock function while t...

-44 You can use the “Options” menu to enhance the usage for the projector. For operation of themenu screen, see pages 32 to 35 . Example: “Options” menu screen for INPUT 2 (S-Video) mode Lamp Timer (Life) (Check- ing the Lamp Life Status) You can confirm the cumulative lamp usage timeand the remaini...

-45 Easy to Use Functions Video System (Setting the Video System) The video input system mode is preset to “Auto”;however, a clear picture from the connected audio-visual equipment may not be received, dependingon the video signal difference. In that case, switchthe video signal. Select “Video Syste...

-46 Auto Power Off (Auto Power Off Function) When no input signal is detected for more than 15minutes, the projector will automatically enter thestandby mode if set to “ON”.The Auto Power Off function will be disabled if ithas been set to “OFF”. Select “ ” (ON) or “ ” (OFF) in “Auto Power Off” on th...

-47 Easy to Use Functions Password (Setting a Pass- word) A password must be set to activate the “Anti-Theft”function (Page 48 ). There is no factory preset for the password or the“Anti-Theft” settings. In this way, anyone can freelyset a new password and “Anti-Theft” settings. It istherefore recomm...

-48 Anti-Theft (Setting the Anti-Theft) The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized useof the projector. You can choose to use this func-tion or not. If you do not want to use this function,just do not enter the keycode. Once the anti-theftfunction is activated, users will need to enter thecorrect...

-50 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images You can reverse or invert the projected image for various applications using the “PRJ Mode”menu. For operation of the menu screen, see pages 32 to 35 . Example: “ P R J M o d e ” m e n u s c r e e n fo r INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Setting the ProjectionMode Display t...

-51 Appendix Carrying the Projector How to Use theCarrying Case When carrying the projector, attach the lens capto the lens, and place it in the supplied carryingcase. 1 Open the cover of the carryingcase. 2 Remove the inner padding fromthe carrying case, and fold it inthe direction of the arrows. 3...

-52 Cleaning the lens ■ U s e a c o m m e r c i a l l y a v a i l a b l e b l o w e r o r l e n scleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses) forcleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid type cleaningagents, as they may wear off the coating film on thesurface of the lens. ■ As the surface of the le...

-53 Appendix 1 2 3 Replacing the Air Filter Tab • This projector is equipped with air fil- ters to ensure the optimal operatingcondition of the projector. • The air filters should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the filters moreoften when the projector is used in adusty or smoky location. •...

-54 5 Clean the air filter. • Clean the dust off the air filter and coverwith a vacuum cleaner extension hose. 6 Replace the air filter. • Place the air filter underneath the tabson the filter/lamp unit cover. 7 R e p l a c e t h e f i l t e r / l a m p u n i tcover. • Align the tab on the filter/la...

-55 Appendix Maintenance Indicators ■ The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector. ■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminatered, and the projector will enter the standby mode. After the projector has entered t...

-57 Appendix Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life be-comes 5% 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 44 . ■ Fo...

-58 Lampunit BQC-PGA20X//1 Removing and Installingthe Lamp Unit Info • Be sure to remove the lamp unit using thehandle. Be sure not to touch the glass sur-face of the lamp unit or the inside of theprojector. • To avoid injury to yourself and damage tothe lamp, be sure to carefully follow thesteps be...

-59 Appendix 5 Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the securing screws from thelamp 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. 6 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly into the lampunit com...

-60 1 5 6 9 5 1 9 6 8 9 6 5 2 1 4 3 7 5 10 15 1 6 11 RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin Mini DIN female connector 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 5 SG Signal Ground Connec...

-61 Appendix Return code ( 0DH ) C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4 Response code format Normal response Problem response (communication error or incorrect command) O K E R R Command 4-digit Parameter 4-digit Command format Return code ( 0DH ) Return code ( 0DH ) CONTROL CONTENTS Standby Power On INPUT1 INPUT2...

-62 Computer Compatibility Chart N o t e • 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 mode...

-63 Appendix Troubleshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • Power to the external connected devices is off. • The selected input mode is wrong. • The AV MUTE function is working. • Cables incorrectly connected to rear panel of the projector. • Remote control batt...

-65 Appendix For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first refer to the“Troubleshooting” section on pages 63 and 64 . If this operation manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below. U.S.A. Shar...

-66 Specifications LCD ProjectorPG-A20XNTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL-60/SECAM/DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV540P/DTV580 I /DTV580P/DTV720P/DTV1035 I /DTV1080 I LCD panel × 3, RGB optical shutter method Panel size: 0.79" (20.0 mm) (12 [H] × 16 [W] mm) No. of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] × 768 [V]...

-67 Appendix Dimensions Units: inches (mm) Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View ø 66.4 10 13 / 64 (258.8) 3 9 / 64 (79.5) 11 45 / 64 (297) 1 35 / 64 (39.2) 3 13 / 64 (81) 3 33 / 64 (89) 7 7 / 64 (180.5) 9 1 / 32 (229) 49 / 64 (19.1) 7 11 / 16 (195) 5 55 / 64 (148.5) 13 / 64 ...

-68 Glossary Anti-Theft If the “Keycode” set in the projector is not correctlyentered, the projector will not operate even if sig-nals are entered. Aspect Ratio Width and height ratio of an image. The normalaspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4:3.There are also wide images with an aspect r...

-69 Appendix AC socket ............................................................. 15Adjusting the Lens ............................................... 22Adjustment buttons .............................................. 32Adjustment feet .................................................... 21Air f...

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