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XV - Z10000 PROJECTOR OPERATION MANUAL PROJEKTOR BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG PROJECTEUR MODE D’EMPLOI PROJEKTOR BRUKSANVISNING PROYECTOR MANUAL DE MANEJO PROIETTORE MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI PROJECTOR GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING ENGLISH ..... -1 – DEUTSCH .... -1 – FRANÇAIS ... -1 – SVENSKA .... -1 – ESPAÑOL .... -1 –...
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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 10A 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.
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ENGLISH IMPORTANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Model No.: XV-Z10000 Projector, please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this information. Before recycling the packaging, please be sure that Serial No.:...
WARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector is turned off. During normal operation, when turning the power off always use the power (OFF) button on the projector or on the remote control.
Outstanding Features 1. High Colour Purity and Broad Dynamic Range Due to Advanced Optical Engine Newly developed 12° DMD™ chip provides significantly improved opti- cal efficiency and excellent contrast ratio. Newly developed DDR (Double Data Rate) chip eliminates Colour Break- ing phenomena common with previous generation DLP™...
Contents Introduction Basic Operation Outstanding Features ......... 3 Setting with the Buttons Contents ............... 4 Image Projection ..........32 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....... 6 Basic Procedure ............32 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals of Selecting the On-screen Display Language ... 34 SharpVision Manager ........
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Easy to Use Functions Appendix Selecting the Picture Display Mode ....58 Maintenance ............72 Switchable High Contrast/High Cleaning the Ventilative Holes ......73 Brightness Mode ......... 61 Maintenance Indicators ........74 Digital Shift Function ........62 Regarding the Lamp ......... 76 Subtitle Setting ..........
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION : Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save them for later use. Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS.
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18. Damage Requiring Service 19. Replacement Parts Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer When replacement parts are required, be sure the servicing to qualified service personnel under the service technician has used replacement parts following conditions: specified by the manufacturer or have the same a.
I For minimal servicing and to maintain high image qual- Cautions regarding the transportation of the pro- ity, SHARP recommends that this projector be installed jector in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. I When transporting the projector, be sure not to subject...
How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals of SharpVision Manager PDF operation manuals in several languages for the “SharpVision Manager” theatre projec- tor software provided are included in the CD-ROM. To utilize these manuals, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not installed Acro- bat Reader yet, you can install it from the CD-ROM.
Part Names Numbers in refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained. Projector (Front and Top View) Adjustment buttons MENU button (", ', \, |) For displaying adjustment For selecting menu items. and setting screens. ENTER button RESIZE button For setting items selected...
INPUT 3 terminal Terminal for connecting video Projector (Rear View) equipment with an S-video terminal. INPUT 1 terminals RS-232C terminal Terminals for For controlling component and projector using a RGB signals . computer. INPUT 5 terminal DC 12V OUTPUT Terminal for DVI terminal digital, computer RGB and...
Part Names Remote Control (Front View) Power (ON/OFF) buttons For turning the power on or off. KEYSTONE button For adjusting Keystone Correction or Vertical Size setting. MENU button For displaying adjustment and ENTER button setting screens. For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu.
Using the Remote Control Available Range of the Remote Control I The remote control can be used to control the projector Remote control within the ranges shown in the illustration. Note 30˚ The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen 30˚...
3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (3.0m) AN-C3CP DVI cable (3.0m) AN-C3DV RS-232C cable (10.0m) AN-C10RS (null modem, cross type) Some of the cables may not be available depending on the region. Please check with your nearest Note Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer or Service Centre.
Connecting the Projector to Other Devices Before Connecting Note Before connecting, be sure to turn off both the projector and the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other devices. When connecting a computer, be sure that it is the last device to be turned on after all the connections are made.
Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting to Video Supplied Video Cable Equipment Using an accessory S-video or a Composite Video Cable Using an S-video or a composite video cable, a VCR, laser disc player or other video equip- VCR or other video equipment ment can be connected to INPUT 3 and INPUT To S-video output terminal 4 input terminals.
Connecting the Projector to Other Devices To analog component output terminal Connecting to DVD player or DTV* decoder Component Video Equipment Using a Component Cable (INPUT 1 or 2) Use a component cable when connecting the component video equipment such as DVD play- ers and DTV* decoders to INPUT 1 or 2 termi- nal.
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Connecting to Compo- Supplied DVI to 15-pin nent Video Equipment accessory D-sub adaptor Using a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-Sub Cable and the 3 RCA to 15-pin DVI to 15-pin D-Sub Optional D-sub cable accessory Type: AN-C3CP adaptor (INPUT 5) (3.0 m) Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-Sub cable and the DVI to 15-pin D-Sub adaptor when connecting...
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Connecting the Projector to Other Devices DVI cable Optional Type:AN-C3DV Connecting to Video accessory (3.0m) Equipment with the DVI Output Terminal Using the DVI Cable DVD player or DTV* decoder Use the DVI cable when connecting to the IN- PUT 5 terminal, video equipment with the DVI output terminal such as DVD players and DTV* decoders.
See page 65. A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer or Service Centre. Depending on the computer you are us- ing, an image may not be projected un- less the signal output setting of the com- puter is switched to the external output.
Connecting the Projector to Other Devices DVI cable Optional Type:AN-C3DV Connecting to a Com- accessory (3.0m) puter Using a DVI Cable (Sold Separately) To DVI Digital output terminal Desktop computer Connect the projector to the com- puter using the DVI cable. Note Switch the signal type to either “A.RGB”...
Controlling the Projector by a Computer Optional RS-232C cable Controlling the accessory Type: AN-C10RS (10.0m) Projector Using an RS-232C Cable To RS-232C terminal When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C Desktop computer cable (null modem, cross type, sold sepa- rately), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the pro-...
(rear projection, etc.), connect a ø3.5 mm minijack cable (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNW- 4870CEZZ) from the WIRED R/C JACK on the top of the remote control to the WIRED RE- MOTE control input terminal.
Setup Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet when the projector is placed on an uneven surface or when the screen is slanted. The position of the projected image can be made higher by adjusting the projector when it is in a location lower than the screen.
Setup Focus ring Zoom knob Adjusting the Lens The image is focused and adjusted to the desired size using the focus ring or zoom knob on the projector. Zooming is adjusted by mov- ing the zoom knob. Zoom Knob The focus is adjusted by rotat- ing the focus ring.
Lens shift dial Using the Lens Shift The height of the projected image can be ad- justed within the shift range of the lens by rotating the lens shift dial on the top of the projector. Note Do not turn the lens shift dial beyond the upper limit and lower limit positions.
Setup Setting up the Screen Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image. Note The projector lens should be centred in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens centre is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing difficult.
Screen Size and Projection Distance When using a normal Distance from the lens centre to Screen size (4:3) Projection Distance (y) screen (4:3) the lower edge of the image (z) In case of setting the Diag. (x) Width Height Maximum (y Minimum (y Upper (z Lower (z...
MOn-screen Display the audience. Ceiling-mount setup I It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount bracket for this installation. I Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer or Service Centre to obtain the recommended ceiling-mount bracket (sold separately).
Image Projection Basic Procedure Power indicator Connect the required external equipment to the projector before operating the following Lamp replacement procedures. indicator Info The language preset at the factory is English. MENU button If you want to change the on-screen display to another language, reset the language ac- INPUT cording to the procedure on page 34.
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"On-screen Display (Example) Press INPUT 1 mode on the remote control or Using RGB* the projector to select the IN- PUT mode. After pressing once on the projector, to select the desired input mode. Using Component Note INPUT 2 mode When no signal is received, “NO SIGNAL”...
Image Projection Press on the remote control Power (OFF) Power (ON) on the projector, then button button ENTER button press again while the MENU button confirmation message is dis- ', ", \, | played, to turn off the projec- buttons tor.
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Press ' or " to select the de- sired language, and then press Press The desired language will be set as the on-screen display.
Keystone Correction and Vertical Size Adjustment Correcting Trapezoidal KEYSTONE button Distortion and Adjust- ENTER button ', ", \, | ing the Vertical Size of buttons UNDO button the Picture This function allows for Keystone (On-screen Trapezoidal Distortion) Correction and the adjustment of the vertical size of the picture.
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When adjusting vertical size, pressing again displays the vertical size adjustment menu. Press "and ' to adjust the vertical size of the picture, and press See below for details about the verti- cal size screen. The image aspect ratio may change when the lens shift function is Vertical Size Adjustment used in combination with the Keystone Correction function.
Using the Menu Screen This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. You can operate the menus from the projector or remote control using the following proce- dure. Menu screen for INPUT 1, Menu screen for INPUT 3, INPUT 2 or INPUT 5 RGB mode INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 VIDEO Mode...
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Press \ \ \ \ \ or | | | | | to select the menu you want to adjust. Note For details on the menus, see the tree charts on pages 38 and 39. " " " " or ' ' ' to select the item Press "...
Using the Menu Screen " " " " , ' ' ' , \ \ \ \ \ , | | | | | " buttons Menu Selections MENU button ENTER button (Settings) Press The menu screen is displayed. Note The “Picture”...
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Press | | | | | . The cursor shifts to the sub menu. Sub menu " " " " or ' ' ' to select the set- Press " ting of the item displayed in the sub menu. Press The item selected is set.
For more colour intensity Tint For adjusting the tones of an image Skin tones become purplish Skin tones become greenish Sharp For making sharper or softer the contour of an image For less sharpness For more sharpness Decreases colour Increases colour...
Emphasizing the Contrast This function emphasizes the bright portions of images to obtain a higher contrast image. Select “White Emphasis” in the “Pic- ture” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Note Emphasizes the bright portions of images.
Adjusting the Picture Progressive Mode This function allows you to select the pro- gressive display of a video signal. The pro- gressive 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 40 to 43.
Picture Setting Func- tion This function stores all items set in “Picture”. Five settings can be stored separately in “Memory 1” to “Memory 5”. Each stored set- ting is reassigned to each input mode (INPUT 1 to INPUT 5). Even when the input mode or signal is changed, you can easily select opti- mal settings from the stored settings.
Adjusting the Gamma Use this function to select the gamma position and adjust the gamma curve for finer image adjustment. Selecting the Gamma Position Select “Gamma Position” in the “Gamma” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43.
Adjusting the Gamma Adjust the gamma curve to suit your prefer- ences. These gamma values can be adjusted only when the gamma position is set to “Cus- tom 1” or “Custom 2”. Select the gamma item in the “Gamma” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43.
➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Selected item Description Standard Sharp default setting Custom 1-3 “Lightness”, “Chroma” and “Hue” can be adjusted for each of the six colours. Note If “Standard” is selected for “Color Se- lected”, other items (e.g., Target) cannot...
Setting the Brightness of the Target Colour Select “Lightness” in the “C.M.S.” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Setting the Chromatic Value of the Target Colour Select “Chroma” in the “C.M.S.” menu on the menu screen.
Colour Management System (C.M.S.) Resetting User-Defined Colour Settings Select “Reset (This Color)” or “Reset (All Colors)” in the “C.M.S.” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Selected item Description Reset “Lightness”, “Chroma” and “Hue” (This Colour) of the colour selected for “Target”...
Adjusting Computer Images Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering in portions of the screen. When Auto Sync is OFF When “Auto Sync” is “OFF”, interference such as flickering or vertical stripes may oc- cur if displaying tilings or vertical stripes.
Adjusting Computer Images Selecting Adjustment Settings Adjustment settings stored in the projector can be easily accessed. Select “Select Setting” in the “Fine Sync” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Note If a memory position has not been set, a resolution and frequency setting will not be displayed.
Checking the Input Signal This function allows you to check the current input signal information. Select “Signal Info” in the “Fine Sync” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automatically adjust a computer image.
Adjusting Computer Images Auto Sync Display Function Used to set the screen displayed during Auto Sync. Select “Auto Sync Disp” in the “Fine Sync” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43. Selected item Description The image set as a back- ground image is projected.
Selecting the Picture Display Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the picture display mode to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose “SIDE BAR”, “SMART STRETCH”, “CINEMA ZOOM”, “STRETCH”, “NORMAL” or “DOT BY DOT” image. RESIZE button Switching the Picture Display Using Different...
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VIDEO SMART CINEMA SIDE BAR STRETCH DOT BY DOT STRETCH ZOOM 480I 480P 576I For 4:3 576P 1280 1280 1280 – aspect ratio NTSC SECAM 480P 1280 1280 1280 – For 16:9 720P – – – 1280 1280 aspect ratio 1080I –...
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Selecting the Picture Display Mode COMPUTER NORMAL DOT BY DOT SVGA (800 600) For 4:3 XGA (1024 768) 1024 aspect ratio SXGA (1280 960) 1280 For without SXGA (1280 1024) 1280 4:3 aspect ratio “NORMAL” is fixed when XGA (1024 768) signals are entered.
Switchable High Contrast/High Brightness Mode This function controls the quantity of the projected light and the contrast of the image. It can be operated using the HIGH CONTRAST/HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE button on the projector. Set “HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE” when the projector is used in a relatively bright room. Operating the Theatre Mode Function Press the HIGH CONTRAST/HIGH...
Digital Shift Function For easier viewing, this function shifts the entire image projected on the screen up or down when projecting 16:9 images from DVD players and DTV* decoders. * DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the United States.
Video Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) System Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl and cross colour noise. Reducing Image Noise Select “DNR” in the “Options” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43.
Setting On-screen Display This function allows you to turn on or off the on-screen messages. When setting “ Level A” or “ Level B” in “OSD Display”, the input mode display (e.g. INPUT 1) will not appear, even if the INPUT button is pressed. Turning Off the On-screen Display Select “OSD Display”...
Selecting the Signal Type This function allows you to select the input signal type RGB or Component for INPUT 1 and 2, or Digital PC RGB, Digital PC Component, Digital Video RGB, Digital Video Component, Analog RGB or Analog Component for INPUT 5. For INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 Selecting the Signal Type...
Setting the Video System The video input system mode is preset to “Auto”; however, a clear picture from the con- nected audio-visual equipment may not be received, depending on the video signal differ- ence. In that case, switch the video signal. Setting the Video System Select “Video System”...
Selecting the Economy Mode These functions allow you to reduce the power consumption of the projector. Setting the Power Save Select “Power Save” in “Economy Mode” under the “Options” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43.
Selecting the Economy Mode Automatic Power Off Function When no input signal is detected for more than 15 minutes, the projector will automatically turn off if set to “ON”. The Auto Power Off function will be disabled when it is set to “OFF”. Select “Auto Power Off”...
Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you to reverse or invert the projected image for various applications. Setting the Projection Mode Select “PRJ Mode” in the “Options” menu on the menu screen. ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43.
Displaying the Adjustment Settings This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen. Overview of All Menu Settings Select the “Status” menu on the menu screen and press ➝For operating the menu screen, see pages 40 to 43.
Maintenance Cleaning the projector Cleaning the lens I Be sure to unplug the power cord before clean- I Use a commercially available blower or lens ing the projector. cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses) I The cabinet as well as the operation panel is for cleaning the lens.
Cleaning the Ventilative Holes • This projector is equipped with Side and Rear view Bottom view ventilative holes to ensure the opti- mal operating condition of the projec- tor. • Periodically clean the ventilative hole by vacuuming it off with a vacuum cleaner.
Temperature Cooling fan break- Take the projector to your nearest temperature is warning Red on/ down Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer abnormally high. indicator Power off Internal circuit failure or Service Centre for repair. Clogged air intake Clean the ventilative holes accord- ing to the procedure on page 73.
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Info If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the power turns off, follow the above possible solutions and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plugging in the power cord and turning the power back on. (At least 5 minutes.) If the power is turned off and then turned on again, as during a brief test, the lamp replacement indicator may be triggered, preventing the power from going on.
Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp unit to fully cool before removing the lamp unit. I If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer or Service Centre for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit of type BQC- XVZ100001 from your nearest Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer or Service Centre.
Removing and Install- ing the Lamp Unit Lamp Info BQC-XVZ100001 unit Be sure to remove the lamp unit by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector. To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.
Regarding the Lamp Remove the lamp unit. Loosen the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow. Insert the new lamp unit. Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit compartment.
Connecting Pin Assignments DVI-I (INPUT 5 / DIGITAL INPUT) port : 29 pin connector DVI Digital INPUT Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal T.M.D.S data 2– Hot plug detection T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 0– T.M.D.S data 2 shield T.M.D.S data 0+ 24 23 18 17 Not connected...
(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, commercially available) to the projector. (See page 23 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 3 RESIZE : SMART STRETCH OK OR ERR INPUT 3 TINT (–30 – +30) OK OR ERR OK OR ERR INPUT 3 SHARP (–30 – +30) OK OR ERR INPUT 3 RESIZE : CINEMA ZOOM INPUT 3 RESIZE : STRETCH OK OR ERR INPUT 3 CLR TEMP (55 –...
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(RS-232C) Specifications and Command Settings CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER RETURN CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER RETURN INPUT 3 GAMMA POSITION : CUSTOM 2 OK OR ERR RGB INPUT DISPLAY OK OR ERR INPUT 3 GAMMA POSITION : SVM GAMMA OK OR ERR RGB ADJUSTMENT RESET OK OR ERR INPUT 4 GAMMA POSITION : STANDARD...
Data Code System codes C1 to C5 are fixed at “10110”. 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 s...
Computer Compatibility Chart Computer Multiple signal support Horizontal Frequency: 15–81 kHz Vertical Frequency: 43–100 Hz, Pixel Clock: 12–120 MHz Compatible with sync on green and composite sync signals SXGA compatible in advanced intelligent compression AICS (Advanced Intelligent Compression and Expansion System) resizing technology The following is a list of modes that conform to VESA.
Troubleshooting Check Page Problem 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. 17-22 Remote control batteries have run out. External output has not been set when connecting notebook computer.
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Troubleshooting Problem Check Page Picture is green on Change the input signal type setting. INPUT 1 or 2 COMPONENT. Picture is pink (no green) on INPUT 1 or 2 RGB. The lamp replacement indicator is blinking in red. Replace the Picture is dark.
A442WJZZ (this manual)) / for Chinese, Korean and Arabic (TINS-A443WJZZ), SharpVision Manager operation manual (TINS-A452WJZZ) This SHARP projector uses a DMD Chip. This very sophis- This unit has some inactive pixels within acceptable toler- ticated panel contains 921,600 pixels. As with any high tech- ances which may result in inactive dots on the picture screen.
Glossary Advanced intelligent compression Gamma High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu- Image quality enhancement function that offers a tion images to fit the projector’s native resolution. richer image by brightening the darker portions of the image without altering the brightness of the Aspect Ratio brighter portions.
SHARP CORPORATION Printed in Japan In Japan gedruckt Imprimé au Japon Triykt i Japan Impreso en Japón Stampato in Giappone Gedrukt in Japan TINS-A442WJZZ...