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OPERATION MANUAL MODEL XG-P20XE LCD PROJECTOR...
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This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC. Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/ EWG. Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.
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SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 13A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
Before using the LCD projector, please read this operation manual carefully. Introduction ENGLISH IMPORTANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Model No.: XG - P20XE Colour LCD Projector, please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this Serial No.: information.
Important Safeguards ATTENTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your LCD Projector for the first time. Save these instructions for future reference. For your own protection and prolonged operation of your LCD Projector, be sure to read the following “Important Safeguards”...
As long as the projector is regularly cleaned, use in these environments will not reduce the overall operation life of the unit. Internal cleaning should only be performed by a Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre. CAUTION PRECAUCIÓN...
Important Safeguards Temperature Monitor Function If the projector starts to overheat due to setup problems or a dirty air filter, “TEMP.” and “ ” will flash in the lower- left corner of the picture. If the temperature continues to rise, the lamp will turn off, the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator on the projector will flash, and after a 90-second cooling-off period the power will shut off.
Outstanding Features 1. High-end LCD Projector with Ultra High Brightness • AC 220 W Lamp Use AC 220 W lamp for excellent colour uniformity and ultra high brightness. 2. Computer Compatibility • Compatible with resolutions including VGA-SVGA (expanded), XGA (true resolution) and SXGA-UXGA (compressed) as well as DTV* formats (480i, 480P, 720P and 1080i).
• Raising the bar for roaming interaction with a wireless, RF (nondirectional) design that erases out-of-sight worries. Loaded with USB mouse control. 11. Useful Features • Picture-in-Picture, Digital Enlargement, Freeze • Customisable Startup Screen & Background Screen 12. Application Software • “Sharp Advanced Presentation Software—Professional Edition” (Network and Remote Control)
Contents Important Information Operation Buttons Introduction .......... Introducing GyroRemote ..... Important Safeguards ......GyroRemote Features ......Outstanding Features ......Using GyroRemote ......... Contents ..........Setting up GyroRemote ......How to Access the PDF Operation Using the Operation Buttons ....Manuals ..........Selecting the Input Signal Source ..
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Contents Maintenance & Troubleshooting Basic Operation Using the GUI (Graphical User Lamp/Maintenance Indicators ..... Replacing the Lamp ......Interface) Menu Screen ....Replacing the Air Filter ......Basic Operations ........Troubleshooting ........Menu Bars ..........Adjusting the Picture ......Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) ......
Double click on the “saps” pdf file to access the Double click on the “saps” pdf file to access the Sharp Advanced Presentation Software manual. 7 Double click on the pdf file. Sharp Advanced Presentation Software manual. 8 Double click on the pdf file.
Part Names Numbers next to the part names refer to the main pages in this manual where the topic is explained. Projector Front View TEMPERATURE WARNING LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator indicator POWER indicator GYRO RF indicator POWER buttons (ON/OFF) VOLUME buttons ( / ) MUTE button MENU button LENS button...
Part Names Numbers next to the part names refer to the main pages in this manual where the topic is explained. GyroRemote Rear View Front View Function Function button (1) button (2) INPUT button POINTER button GYRO ACTIVE LEFT-CLICK/ RIGHT-CLICK/ button ENTER button UNDO button...
ø2.5–ø3.5 mm wired remote (ø3.5 mm stereo minijack cable) control cable Three BNC-RCA adaptors Extra air filter Lens cap CD-ROM Sharp Advanced Presentation Software operation manual LCD projector operation manual ID number seal LCD projector quick guides Optional cables DVI cable (3 m)
Connections Power Supply Connecting the Power Cord Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the rear of the projector. Power cord Make the necessary connections before proceeding. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The POWER indicator lights up red and the projector enters standby mode. POWER indicator •...
When connecting this projector to a computer, select “RGB” for “Signal Type” on the GUI menu. (See page • A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre.
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Projecting Computer Images • This projector uses a 5 BNC computer input to prevent deterioration of image quality. • Connect the R (P ), G/G sync (Y), B (P ), HD/C sync and VD cables (sold separately) to the correct input terminals on the projector and an RGB switcher (sold separately) connected to the computer, or connect a 5 BNC cable (sold separately) directly from the input terminals on the projector to the computer.
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• The wireless mouse or RS-232C function may not operate if your computer port is not correctly set up. Please refer to the operation manual of the computer for details on setting up/installing the correct mouse driver. • A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre.
Watching Video Images Connecting to a VCR, laser disc player and other audiovisual equipment using the standard video Input S-video cable (sold separately) Example To S-video output terminal Video cable (sold separately) To video output terminal Laser disc player Audio cable (sold separately) To audio output terminals Connect the yellow RCA connectors to the corresponding yellow VIDEO INPUT 4 terminal on the projector and the Video output terminal on the video source.
Watching Component Video Images Connecting to a DVD video player, DTV* decoder and other component video equipment using the 5 BNC Input To audio output terminals Example Audio cable (ø3.5 mm stereo minijack/RCA cable, DTV decoder sold separately) Component cable (sold separately) DVD video player To analog component output terminals CAUTION...
Power ON/OFF Projector GyroRemote Press POWER ON on the projector or POWER on the GyroRemote. • The flashing green LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows that the lamp is warming up. Wait until the indicator stops flashing before operating the projector. • If the power is turned off and then immediately turned on again, it may take a short while before the lamp POWER turns on.
Setting Up the Screen Using the Adjustment Feet DOWN Press foot releases. Adjust height of projector Rotate feet to make minor changes. and remove hands from foot releases. • The projector is adjustable up to approximately 10° from the standard position. •...
LENS Button Projector GyroRemote Digital Image Adjustments This function can be used to adjust the focus, zoom, keystone, v-size and digital shift settings. Press LENS to select mode. Each time LENS is ENTER pressed, the screen changes as shown on the left. LENS Press ENTER to display test pattern.
• A polarizing screen cannot be used with this projector. Four optional lenses from Sharp are also available for specialised application. Please see your local Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer for details on all the lenses. (Refer to the lens operation manual when attaching a lens.) You can install the AN-W6EZ and AN-T6EZ optional lenses yourself.
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Adjusting the Projection Distance Upper and Lower Lens Shift Position • This projector is equipped with a lens shift function that lets you adjust the projection height. • Adjust to match the setup configuration. Screen size: 254 cm (100 inches) WIDE Mode: 16:9 Standard Lens as an example Screen...
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Adjusting the Projection Distance Standard Lens Throw distance ratio 1:1.8 to 2.4 NORMAL Mode (4:3) Screen size (4:3) (X) Projection distance (L) Lens centre to the lower edge of the screen (H) Diag. Width Height Maximum (l Minimum (l Upper lens shift position (h Lower lens shift position (h 762 cm (300 )
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Adjusting the Projection Distance AN-W6EZ Throw distance ratio 1:1.3 to 1.7 NORMAL Mode (4:3) Screen size (4:3) (X) Projection distance (L) Lens centre to the lower edge of the screen (H) Diag. Width Height Maximum (l Minimum (l Upper lens shift position (h Lower lens shift position (h 762 cm (300 )
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Adjusting the Projection Distance AN-T6EZ Throw distance ratio 1:2.5 to 3.3 NORMAL Mode (4:3) Screen size (4:3) (X) Projection distance (L) Lens centre to the lower edge of the screen (H) Diag. Width Height Maximum (l Minimum (l Upper lens shift position (h Lower lens shift position (h 762 cm (300 )
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Adjusting the Projection Distance AN-P9MX Throw distance ratio 1:0.9 NORMAL Mode (4:3) Screen size (4:3) (X) Projection distance (L) Lens centre to the lower edge of the screen (H) Diag. Width Height 762 cm (300 ) 610 cm (240 ) 457 cm (180 ) 5.5 m...
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Adjusting the Projection Distance AN-P48EZ Throw distance ratio 1:4.6 to 6.1 NORMAL Mode (4:3) The formula for screen size and projection distance x: Screen size (diag.) (X) (inches) (Max.) = 0.1214x 0.1272 (Min.) = 0.0927x 0.1233 l: Projection distance (L) (m) h: Lens centre to the lower edge of the screen (H) (cm) (Upper) = 0.3x 2.54...
Ceiling-mount Projection • It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount bracket for this installation. • Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest...
Introducing GyroRemote GyroRemote Features 1. Senses your natural hand motion for accurate control of mouse operations and projector menus. 2. RF design provides nondirectional control. 3. Individual Recognition (Teach/Learn) function for multi-projector control. 1. Gesture tracking Accurately tracks your hand movements in the air for pinpoint control of projector menus and computer cursor. When the on-screen display appears operations are under projector control.
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GyroRemote Features 2. RF Technology Nondirectional radio design with 30 m range. • The control range measured is with the antenna fully extended. • The control range under actual operating conditions may be less than optimum depending on where the projector is placed and the radio signal environment.
Using GyroRemote Preparation Antenna Switch on the projector power source. The projector image will appear on the screen. Pull up the projector antenna. • The control range will not be optimized if you do not pull out the antenna. Always use with the antenna fully extended.
Using GyroRemote Function ASSIGN On-screen Display Button Assign list Open the upper cover on the front of GyroRemote. Press ASSIGN Select. “Button Assign” list appears on the lower right of the display. Each time you press ASSIGN Select, “Button Assign” list changes as shown below. GyroRemote Function (1) •...
Using GyroRemote Using the Presentation Tools This projector is equipped with presentation tools that can be used to emphasise keypoints within your presentation. You can use these tools by accessing the “Button Assign” list on your GyroRemote. Choose popup list “1/5”. (See page Button Assign list Using stamps...
Using GyroRemote Operating the mouse Basically operates the same as a standard mouse. Connecting the projector to the computer GyroRemote allows you to perform mouse operations on your computer. Connect one end of a USB mouse control cable to your computer. Connect the other end of the cable to the projector USB port.
Setting up GyroRemote The projector uses RF channel and TEACH/LEARN settings to recognize individual projectors that may be operating in the same area, and keep them from interfering with each other. One GyroRemote can operate multiple projectors or you can even use multiple GyroRemotes to control one projector. Setting RF channels GyroRemote uses radio signals, which can receive interference under certain conditions.
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LEARN mode automatically finishes. You can now operate one projector using multiple GyroRemotes. To exit from the LEARN mode, press LEARN. • Contact your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre if you need to use an additional GyroRemote unit.
You can use the IR remote control by connecting a ø3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (sold separately) from the wired remote control input on the bottom of the remote control to the WIRED REMOTE control input terminal, a SHARP product.
Using the Operation Buttons Selecting the Input Signal Source Projector GyroRemote Press INPUT again to change the mode. You can use these tools by accessing the “Button Assign” list on your GyroRemote. Choose popup list “5/5”. (See page INPUT • When no signal is received, “NO SIGNAL” will be displayed. When a signal that the projector is not preset to receive is received, “NOT REG.”...
Superimposing a Black Screen Projector This function can be used to superimpose a black screen over the projected image. Blacking out the Projected Image Press BLACK SCREEN. The screen turns black and “BLACK SCREEN” is displayed on the screen. To return to the original projected image, press BLACK SCREEN again.
Magnifying a Specific Portion of an Image GyroRemote This function allows you to magnify a specific portion of an image. This is useful when you want to display a Function (1) detailed portion of the image. Function (2) You can only use these tools by accessing the “Button Assign”...
Adjusting the Picture Aspect Ratio This function allows you to modify or customise the picture display mode Projector to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose NORMAL, FULL, DOT BY DOT, BORDER, STRETCH or SMART STRETCH image.
Gives greater depth to darker portions of image for a more exciting theatre experience. CUSTOM Allows you to adjust gamma value using Sharp Advanced Presentation Software. Press GAMMA. Each time GAMMA is pressed, the gamma level toggles as shown on the left.
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screen Basic Operations This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. These menu screens which appear on pages can be operated from the projector or the GyroRemote with the following procedure.
• The resolution, vertical frequency and horizontal frequency Startup Image Sharp figures displayed above are for example purposes only. • “Color”, “Tint”, and “Sharp” appear only when Component Economy Mode Custom MNTR Out/RS232C[ON/OFF] input is selected in INPUT 1 or 2 mode. For INPUT 3 (DVI),...
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Sub menu Sub menu Picture Contrast Options (2) Lamp Timer Bright Front PRJ Mode Color Ceiling Front Tint Rear Sharp Ceiling Rear Stack Setting Normal Blue Master CLR Temp Slave Reset Keylock Level Normal Progressive Mode 2D Progressive Level A...
• The adjustments can be stored separately in the INPUT 1 to 5 modes. • Depending on the type of signal received, “Sharp” may not be adjustable for COMPONENT input in INPUT 1 or 2 mode. Adjusting the Colour Temperature This function can be used to adjust the colour temperature to suit the type of image input to the projector (video, computer image, TV broadcast, etc.).
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Adjusting the Picture Progressive Mode This function allows you to select the progressive display of a video signal. The progressive display projects a smoother video image. See page for the procedure details. Selects the progressive conversion mode. 2D Progressive This function is useful to display fast-moving images such as sports and action films.
Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) When displaying computer patterns which are very detailed (tiling, vertical stripes, etc.), interference may occur between the LCD pixels, causing flickering, vertical stripes, or contrast irregularities in portions of the screen. Should this occur, adjust “Clock”, “Phase”, “H-Pos” and “V-Pos” for the optimum computer image.
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Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) Special Mode Adjustment Ordinarily, the type of input signal is detected and the correct resolution mode is automatically selected. However, for some signals, the optimal resolution mode in “Special Modes” on the “Fine Sync” menu screen may need to be selected to match the computer display mode.
Adjusting the Computer Images (RGB menu only) Auto Sync Adjustment • Used to automatically adjust a computer image. • Auto Sync adjustment can be made manually by pressing AUTO SYNC, or automatically by setting “Auto Sync” to “Normal” or “High Speed” in the projector’s GUI menu. See page for the procedure details.
Displaying Dual Pictures (RGB menu only) Picture in Picture function allows you to display two pictures on the same screen. You can display the image input from INPUT 4 or 5 as an inset picture overlapping the main picture input from INPUT 1, 2 or 3.
Turning On/Off the On-screen Display This function allows you to turn on or off the on-screen messages that appear during input select. See page for the procedure details. Selected item Description Normal All On-screen Display are displayed. Level A Input/Custom/Freeze/Enlarge/Auto sync/Volume/Mute/ Black screen functions are not displayed.
A custom image (i.e. your company logo) can be uploaded to the projector via an RS-232C cable. See page in this operation manual, and also the supplied Sharp Advanced Presentation Software operation manual for detailed instructions. See page for the procedure details.
Monitor Out/RS-232C on CAUTION • Set “MNTR Out/RS232C” to “ ” when using the Sharp Advanced Presentation Software (supplied). Automatic Power Shutoff Function When no input signal is detected for more than 15 minutes, the projector will automatically shut off. The on-screen message, “Power OFF in 5 min.”...
Confirming the Lamp Usage Time This function allows you to check the accumulated lamp usage time. See page for the procedure details. • It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after approximately 1,500 cumulative hours of use. See pages lamp replacement.
Setting the Stacking Mode You can double the brightness of an image by stacking two projectors and projecting same picture simultaneously. To control two projectors, assign one as the master and one as the slave. The slave projector will duplicate any operational settings made to the master projector. See page for the procedure details.
Deselecting Inputs This function allows you to deselect unwanted signal input. See page for the procedure details. • When stack projecting, multi-screen projecting and so on, this function can be used to cancel the RS-232C control. • Up to two input signals can be blocked for both Input 1, 2, 3 or Input 4, 5. •...
Controlling Multiple Projectors with ID Numbers This projector can form a network of up to 250 projectors. To identify separately and control specified projector, you need to set ID No.. The ID No. is factory preset to “001”. See page for the procedure details.
Protecting Important Settings with a Password A password can be set by the user and used with the keylock level to prevent adjustments to certain settings on the GUI. See page for the procedure details. • When password is set, you need to enter the password to use “PRJ Mode”, “Stack Setting”, “Keylock Level”, “Set Inputs”, “RS-232C”...
Selecting the On-screen Display Language English is the preset language for the On-screen Display; however, this can be changed to German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. See page the procedure details. Displaying the Adjustment Settings This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings on the screen simultaneously.
RS-232C connection. Output terminals are provided (RS-232C on the projector) enabling a daisy chain configuration and eliminating the need for a distributor. This projector is also equipped with a function to send status information (lamp usage time, etc.) to a Sharp Service Centre or outside contractor for quick and efficient customer service.
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Video Source 2 This projector can be used in a network of projectors managed from a single PC with the accompanied Sharp Advanced Presentation Software—Professional Edition. Projectors in conference rooms on the first and third floors of a building, for example, can be used for video presentations, while projectors on the second floor can be used for PC-assisted presentations.
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Using Extended Functionality Features Simultaneous multiple projector control for stacking and videowall projection Stack Projection Stack Setting Set Inputs Master Master INPUT1 INPUT1 OUTPUT INPUT2 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT4 INPUT5 RS-232C IN RS-232C OUT INPUT5 Distributor Stack Setting Set Inputs Slave Slave INPUT1...
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• Image quality may deteriorate when picture signals are input through multiple projectors in a daisy chain connection. • For more information on this feature, see the operation manuals accompanying the Sharp Advanced Presentation Software— Professional Edition. • When UXGA signal is displayed, the videowall can not be set by Sharp Advanced Presentation Software—Professional...
• Clogged air filter. • Clean the filter. (See page • Cooling fan breakdown. • Take the projector to your nearest Sharp • Internal circuit failure. Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre for repair. The lamp does not •...
Carefully change the lamp by following the steps below. If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp/cage module) of the current type BQC-XGP20X//1 from your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre.
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Replacing the Lamp Remove the lamp cage Remove the lamp Insert the new lamp cage. cover. cage. Turn over the projector and Remove the securing screws Press the lamp cage firmly into loosen the user service screw from the lamp cage. Hold the the lamp cage compartment.
• The air filters should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the filters more often when the projector is used in a dusty or smoky location. • Have your nearest Sharp Authorised LCD Projector Dealer or Service Centre exchange the filter (PFILD0080CEZZ) when it is no longer possible to clean it.
Troubleshooting Problem Check Power cannot be turned on or • Keylock level is set to “Level A” or “Level B”, preventing operation of some or all off using the POWER buttons buttons. (See page (ON/OFF) on the projector. Cannot be operated by •...
(RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings PC control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, sold separately) to the projector. (See page for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table. Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard.
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INPUT 4 (VIDEO 1) TINT ( 30 – OK OR ERR RGB GAMMA : STANDARD OK OR ERR INPUT 4 (VIDEO 1) SHARP ( 30 – OK OR ERR RGB GAMMA : PRESENTATION OK OR ERR INPUT 4 (VIDEO 1) CLR TEMP ( 3 –...
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LANGUAGE SELECTION : SVENSKA OK OR ERR BACKGROUND SELECTION : NONE OK OR ERR LANGUAGE SELECTION : OK OR ERR STARTUP IMAGE SELECTION : SHARP OK OR ERR LANGUAGE SELECTION : PORTUGUÊS OK OR ERR STARTUP IMAGE SELECTION : CUSTOM OK OR ERR...
• System codes C1 to C5 are fixed at “10110”. are complex and are, therefore, not listed here. • Codes C14 and C15 are reverse confirmation bits, with “10” indicating “Front” and “01” indicating “Rear”. Sharp remote control signal format Transmission format: 15-bit format 67.5 ms 67.5 ms Wave form of output signal: Output using Pulse Position Modulation 26.4 µs...
(1 m), Computer audio cable (3 m), ø2.5–ø3.5 mm wired remote control cable (15 cm), Three BNC-RCA adaptors, Extra air filter, Lens cap, CD-ROM, LCD projector operation manual, LCD projector quick guides, Sharp Advanced Presentation Software operation manual, ID number seal...
Glossary Aspect ratio Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4:3. There are also wide images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and 21:9. Auto Sync Optimises projected computer images by automatically adjusting certain characteristics. Background Initial setting image projected when no signal is being input.
Index AC socket ................ Network Function ............Adjusting the Picture ............Adjustment Feet .............. On-screen display ............Air filter ................On-screen display Language ......... Aspect ratio ..............OUTPUT port ..............ASSIGN Select button ............. Audio ................Password ................ Audio cable ..............PDF .................