Sharp XG-C60X - Manual

Introduction -3 Outstanding Features 1. Ultra High Brightness from a Compact Projector ••••• 300W SHP LampUse 300W SHP lamp for excellent color uniformity and ultra high brightness. ••••• Power Save mode function enables lower noise levels, reduced powerconsumption and longer lamp life. 2. Simple &a...

-4 Contents Adjusting the Picture ........................................ 46 Adjusting Image Preferences .................................. 46Selecting the Signal Type ....................................... 46Progressive Mode .................................................... 47 Adjusting Comput...

Introduction -5 Selecting the Transmission Speed (RS-232C) ..................................................... 72 Setting up a Password ...................................... 73 Entering the Password ............................................. 73Changing the Password ...............................

-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...

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 Projector (Front and Top View) Part Names 34 34 83 83 39 42 35 38 50 42 35 42 25 25 ON button For turning the power on. 37 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 indicato...

Introduction -13 23' (7 m) 30 ° 30 ° 45 ° Using the Remote Control ■ The remote control can be used to control the projectorwithin the ranges shown in the illustration. N o t e • The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screenfor easy operation. However, the effective distance of th...

-14 Accessories Remote controlRRMCGA176WJSA Two R-6 batteries(“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar) Power cord For U.S., Canada, etc.(11'10" (3.6 m))QACCDA010WJPZ For Europe, except U.K.(6' (1.8 m))QACCVA011WJPZ For U.K., Hong Kong andSingapore(6' (1.8 m))QACCBA012WJPZ For Australia, NewZealand ...

Connections and Setup Connections and Setup XG-C60X_E_PDF_p15_18.p65 03.8.28, 1:56 PM 15

-16 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 devices.When connecting a ...

Connections and Setup -17 Connecting the PowerCord Plug in the supplied power cord intothe AC socket on the rear of the pro-jector. Power code Suppliedaccessory Connecting the Projector to a Computer Connecting to a ComputerUsing the RGB Cable 1 Connect the projector to thecomputer using the supplie...

-18 Connecting the thumbscrew cables ■ Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure thatit fits correctly into the terminal. Then, firmly se-cure the connectors by tightening the screws onboth sides of the plug. ■ Do not remove the ferrite core attached to the RGBcable. Ferrite core Connecting the Proje...

Connections and Setup -19 Connecting to Video Equipment 1 S-video cable (commercially available) 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 equip-ment can be connected to INPU...

Connections and Setup -21 Connecting to an Amplifier Connecting to anAmplifier or Other AudioComponents Using a ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA au-dio cable, an amplifier or other audio compo-nents can be connected to the AUDIO OUT-PUT terminal. Connect the projector to the amplifierusing a ø3.5 mm s...

Connecting to aComputer Using a DIN-D-sub RS-232C Adaptorand an RS-232C SerialControl Cable When the RS-232C terminal on the projectoris connected to a computer with a DIN-D-subRS-232C adaptor and an RS-232C serial con-trol cable (cross type, commercially available),the computer can be used to contr...

Connections and Setup -23 Optionalcable Connecting to a Monitor Watching Images onBoth the Projector anda Monitor You can display computer images on both theprojector and a separate monitor using twosets of an RGB cable. An RGB cable is sup-plied with this projector. You need to buy an-other RGB cab...

-24 Using the Wireless Presentation Function of theRemote Control By connecting the remote receiver to a computer, wireless presentation control is possible.BACK and FORWARD buttons on the remote control will emulate the [Page Up] and [PageDown] keys on your computer keyboard. This will allow you to...

Connections and Setup -25 Up Down Setup Using the AdjustmentFeet The height of the projector can be adjustedusing the adjustment feet at the front and backof the projector when the surface the projec-tor is placed on is uneven or when the screenis slanted.The projection of the image can be madehighe...

Zoom in Zoom out Zoom knob Focus ring Adjusting the Lens The image is focused and adjusted to thedesired size using the focus ring or zoomknob on the projector. 1 The focus is adjusted by rotat-ing the focus ring. 2 Zooming is adjusted by mov-ing the zoom knob. -26 Setup XG-C60X_E_PDF_p25_32.p65 03....

Connections and Setup -27 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...

-28 H Screen L:Projection distance Lens center Base line:Horizontal line passing throughthe lens center STRETCH Mode (16:9) Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center Diag. [ χ ] Width Height Maximum [L1] Minimum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H] 300" (762 cm) ...

-32 When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Projection from behind the screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector and the au-dience. ■ Reverse the image by setting “Rear” in “PRJ Mode”. Seepage 71 for use of this function. Projection us...

Basic Operation Basic Operation XG-C60X_E_PDF_p33_41.p65 03.8.28, 2:08 PM 33

Image Projection ▼ Keycode input box -34 Lamp indicator Power indicator INPUTbutton ' , " , \ , | buttons MENUbutton ENTER button ON button ' , " , \ , | buttons MENU button ENTER button Basic Procedure Connect the required external equipment to the pro-jector before operating the following ...

Basic Operation -37 Turning the Power off 1 Press STANDBY on the projector or on the remote control, then press that button againwhile the confirmation messageis displayed, to put the projec-tor into the standby mode. N o t e • I f y o u a c c i d e n t a l l y p r e s s e d STANDBY or and do not wa...

Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion ( Keystone Correction ) Correcting TrapezoidalDistortion This function allows for Keystone (On-screenTrapezoidal Distortion) Correction. N o t e • When the image is projected either fromtop or from bottom towards the screen atan angle, the image becomes distortedtra...

Basic Operation -39 • The Digital Shift function works with BORDER, STRETCH or SMART STRETCH screen. For details, see page 53 . • To access Digital Shift function, press twice.The Digital Shift menu will appear when a compatible 16:9 signal is displayed. Digital Shift Setting For easier viewing, thi...

-40 Menu Bar Items This list shows the items that can be set in the projector. ■ INPUT 1 / 2 Mode N o t e • The resolution, vertical frequency and horizontal frequency figures displayed above are for examplepurposes only. • Only when the signal type is set as “Component”, in the “Picture” menu of IN...

This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and variousprojector settings.You can operate the menus from the projector or remote control using the following proce-dure. Using the Menu Screen Menu screen for INPUT 1or INPUT 2 RGB mode Menu screen for INPUT 3or INPUT...

Adjusting the Picture You can adjust the projector’s picture to your preferences with the following picture settings. Selected Item Description \ button | button Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Red Blue CLR Temp For adjusting the contrast level For adjusting the brightness of an image For adjusting...

Basic Operation -47 Progressive Mode This function allows you to select the progres-sive display of a video signal. The progres-sive display projects a smoother video image. Select “Progressive Mode” in the “Pic-ture” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o...

Adjusting Computer Images Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering inportions of the screen. Computer ImageAdjustment When “ Auto Sync ” is set to OFF or when ver- tical stripes or flickering occur in portions ofthe screen even if “Auto Sync” is set...

Basic Operation -49 Selecting Adjustment Settings Adjustment settings stored in the projectorcan be easily accessed. Select “Select Setting” in the “FineSync” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o t e • If a memory has not been set, a resolu-tion and freq...

Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automatically adjust a computer image. Select “Auto Sync” in the “Fine Sync”menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o t e When setting to “ Normal” or “ High Speed”: • Auto Sync adjustment will occur when theprojector is turned on...

-52 Selecting the Picture Display Mode Switching the PictureDisplay Using DifferentInput Signals Press . • E a c h t i m e i s p r e s s e d , t h e d i s p l a y changes as shown on page 52 and 53 . Info • In the Dot by Dot Mode, images are dis-played in the original resolution, thereforethey will ...

Easy to Use Functions -53 SMART STRETCH 1024 × 576* — — 480 I , 480P, 580 I, 580P, NTSC, PAL, SECAM 540P 720P, 1035 I, 1080 I 4:3 aspect ratio. Letter box, squeeze 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio NORMAL 1024 × 768 — — BORDER 768 × 576* — — STRETCH 1024 × 576* 480 I , 480P, 580 I , 580P, NTSC, PA...

54 Freezing a MovingImage 1 Press . • The projected image is frozen. 2 Press again to return to the moving image from the cur-rently connected device. Displaying a Still Image This function allows you to instantly freeze a moving image. This is useful when you want todisplay a still image from a com...

Easy to Use Functions -55 Enlarging a Specific Portion of an Image Displaying an EnlargedPortion of an Image 1 Press . • Enlarges the image. • Pressing or enlarges or re- duces the projected image. N o t e • You can change the location of theenlarged image using ' , " , \ and | . • When an image...

56 Selected Mode STANDARD PRESENTATION CINEMA CUSTOM Description For Standard picture Brightens darker portions of image for more enhanced presentations. Gives greater depth to darker portions of image for a more exciting theater experience. Allows you to adjust gamma value using Sharp Advanced Pres...

Easy to Use Functions -57 Displaying Dual Pictures ( Pict in Pict ) Picture in Picture function allows you to display two pictures on the same screen. You candisplay the image input from INPUT 3 or 4 as an inset picture overlapping the main picturefrom INPUT 1 or 2. Displaying the Inset Picture 1 Pr...

58 Black Screen Function -58 BLACK SCREENbutton " Projected Image This function can be used to display a black screen. Blacking out the Pro-jected Image 1 Press . • The screen turns black and “BLACKSCREEN” is displayed on the screen. 2 To r e t u r n t o t h e o r i g i n a lp r o j e c t e d i ...

Easy to Use Functions -59 Displaying the Break Timer " On-screen Display Displaying and Settingthe Break Timer 1 Press . The break timer starts to count down from 5minutes. 2 When “ ” is displayed, press ' ' ' ' ' , " " " " " , \ \ \ \ \ or | | | | | to set the break timer. •...

Easy to Use Functions -63 Setting the Audio Out-put Type Select “Audio Out” in the “Options (1)”menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . Setting on/off the Inter-nal Speaker Select “Speaker” in the “Options (1)”menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu s...

-64 Auto Search Function This function automatically searches for and switches to the input mode in which signalsare being received, when the projector is turned on, or when the INPUT button is pressed. -64 Using Auto Search Select “Auto Search” in the “Options(1)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For ope...

Easy to Use Functions -65 Video Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) System Reducing Image Noise Select “DNR” in the “Options (1)” menuon the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o t e • Set a level so as to view a clearer picture. Make sure to set DNR to “OFF” in the fol-lo...

-66 Setting the Video System Setting the VideoSystem Select “Video System” in the “Options(1)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o t e • The video signal can only be set in IN-PUT 3 or INPUT 4 mode. • When the system mode is set to “Auto”,you may not re...

Easy to Use Functions -67 Saving Projected Images • This projector allows you to capture projected images (RGB signals) and set them as astartup image, or background image when no signals are being received. • You can capture the images that are input using RGB signals. Capturing the Image Select “I...

68 Setting a Background Image This function allows you to select the image displayed when no signal is being sent to the projector. *1 You can set a captured image as a background image by selecting “Custom”.*2 If the input signal has interference, the screen will be displayed with the interference....

Easy to Use Functions -69 Selecting the Economy Mode These functions allow you to reduce the power consumption of the projector. Setting the Power SaveMode S e l e c t “ P o w e r S a v e ” i n “ E c o n o m yMode” under the “Options (1)” menu onthe menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see ...

-70 -70 Remaining Lamp Life(Percentage) Displaying the Remaining Lamp Life (Percentage) Checking the RemainingLamp Life (Percentage) This function allows you to check the remain-ing lamp life (percentage). Select the “Options (2)” menu on themenu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42...

Easy to Use Functions -71 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you to reverse orinvert the projected image for various applications. Setting the ProjectionMode Select “PRJ Mode” in the “Options (2)”menu on the menu screen. ➝...

-72 Canceling the KeylockSetting When the Keylock Level is set to “Normal”,all buttons are functional. Select “ Keylock Level ” in the “Options (2)” menu on the menu screen and set“ Normal”. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o t e • When a password has been set, and“Keylock Lev...

Easy to Use Functions -73 Setting up a Password Entering the Password Select “ Password ” in the “Options (2)” menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . 1 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the de- sired number and then press | | | | | . 2...

-74 Changing the Password Select “Password” in the “Options (2)”menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . 1 Press ' ' ' ' ' , " " " " " and | | | | | to enter the password in “Old Password”and press . 2 Press ' ' ' ' ' , " " " "...

Easy to Use Functions -75 Setting the Anti-Theft The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use of the projector. You can choose to usethis function or not. If you do not want to use this function, just do not enter the keycode.Once the anti-theft function is activated, users will need to enter t...

-76 -76 Setting the Anti-Theft 2 Enter the remaining 3 digits bypressing any buttons you like. 3 Enter the same keycode oncemore in “Reconfirm”. N o t e • The Keylock function will becometemporarily disabled. When “Anti-Theft” is set, the keycodeinputting box appears after the poweris turned on. Whe...

Easy to Use Functions -77 Initializing the Settings This function allows you to initialize the settings you have made in the projector. Returning to theDefault Settings Select “All Reset” in the “Options (2)”menu on the menu screen. ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . N o t e • If ...

-78 This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen. Displaying the Adjustment Settings Overview of All MenuSettings Select the “Status” menu on the menuscreen and press . ➝ For operating the menu screen, see pages 42 to 45 . -78 XG-C60X_E_PDF_p71_78.p65 03.8.2...

-80 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 the coat-ing film on the surface of the lens. ■ As the surface of the lens can easily get dam-aged, ...

Appendix -81 Replacing the Air Filter Air filter M4 M4 M4 M4 STANDBY button STANDBYbutton Air filter (not removable) • This projector is equipped with air fil- ters to ensure the optimal operatingcondition of the projector. • The air filters should be cleaned ev- ery 100 hours of use. Clean the filt...

Appendix -83 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...

Appendix -85 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 70 . ■ Fo...

Lampunit BQC-XGC55X//1 User service screw Removing and Install-ing the Lamp Unit Info • Be sure to remove the lamp unit by thehandle. Be sure not to touch the glasssurface of the lamp unit or the inside ofthe projector. • To avoid injury to yourself and damageto the lamp, be sure to carefully follow...

Appendix -87 Securingscrew AC socket INPUT button ENTER button User service screw UNDO button ON button 5 Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the securing screws from thelamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by thehandle and pull it in the direction ofthe arrow. 6 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit ...

-88 5 1015 1611 8 9 6 5 2 1 4 3 7 1 5 6 9 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 Connected to inte...

Appendix -89 (RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings PC control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, soldseparately) to the projector. (See page 22 for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of th...

-92 Wired Remote Control Terminal Specifications Specifications of wired remote control input ••••• ø3.5 mm minijack ••••• External: +5 V (1 A) ••••• Internal: GND Function and transmission codes Sharp remote control signal format Transmission format: 15-bit format Wave form of output signal: Output...

Appendix -93 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 offthe LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in “CRT only” mode. Details on how to change di...

-94 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. • Cables incorrectly connected to rear panel of the projector. • Remote control batteries have run out. • External output has no...

-96 For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first refer to the“Troubleshooting” section on pages 94 and 95 . If this operation manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below. U.S.A. Sharp Electro...

Appendix -97 Specifications LCD ProjectorXG-C60XNTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/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: 0.99" (25.1 mm) (15 [H] × 20 [W] mm) No. of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H...

-98 Dimensions Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View 3 15 / 16 (100.5) 9 1 / 2 (241.5) 15 3 / 8 (390) 5 (126.5) 1 / 16 (1.5) 1 / 16 (1.5) 3 1 / 8 (80) ø 67.5 4 3 / 8 (111.75) 2 15 / 16 (75) M4 M4 M4 M4 2 11 / 16 (67.5) 4 15 / 16 (124.5) 5 / 16 (7.5) 3 15 / 16 (99) 8 7 / 16 (2...

Appendix -99 Glossary Advanced intelligent compression High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu-tion images to fit the projector’s native resolution. Anti-theft If the “Keycode” set in the projector is not cor-rectly entered, the projector will not operate evenif signals are entered. Aspect ...

-100 2D Progressive .................................................... 473D Progressive .................................................... 47 AC socket ............................................................. 17Adjusting Computer Images ................................ 48Adjusting the Lens ...

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