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Sharp DT-500 Operation Manual

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PROJECTOR
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DT-500
OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
MANUAL DE MANEJO
MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO

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  • Page 1 PROJECTOR PROJECTEUR PROYECTOR PROJETOR DT-500 OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE MANEJO MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO...
  • Page 2 Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully. Introduction IMPORTANT • For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector, please record the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this information.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 54. This SHARP projector uses a DMD panel. This very sophisticated panel contains 983,040 pixels (micromirrors). As with any high technology electronic equipment such as large screen TVs, video systems and video cameras, there are certain acceptable tolerances that the equipment must conform to.

  • Page 4: How To Read This Operation Manual

    Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) MENU button Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “Bright”. • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Press dMENU. • The “Picture” menu screen for the se- lected input mode is displayed.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Usable Range ... 15 Quick Start Quick Start ... 16 Using Basic Operation Turning the Projector On/Off ... 28 Connecting the Power Cord ... 28 Turning the Projector on ... 28 Turning the Power off (Putting the Projector into Standby Mode) ... 29 Image Projection ...
  • Page 6 Reference Appendix Maintenance ... 51 Maintenance Indicators ... 52 Regarding the Lamp ... 54 Lamp ... 54 Caution Concerning the Lamp ... 54 Replacing the Lamp ... 54 Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit ... 55 Resetting the Lamp Timer ... 56 Connecting Pin Assignments ...

  • Page 7: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save these instructions 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.
  • Page 8 15. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 9 Internal cleaning should only be performed by a Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer. Do not set up the projector in places ex- posed to direct sunlight or bright light.
  • Page 10 Caution regarding usage of the projector I When using the projector, be sure not to sub- ject it to hard impact and/or vibration, as this can result in damage. Take extra care with the lens.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    I 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (10' (3.0 m)) Note • Some of the optional accessories may not be available depending on the region. Please check with your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer. Two R-03 batteries (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar) •...

  • Page 12: Part Names And Functions

    Projector Top View Power 28, 52 indicator STANDBY/ON button For turning the power on and putting the projector into standby mode. ENTER button For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu. RESIZE button For switching the screen size.

  • Page 13: Rear View

    Part Names and Functions (Continued) Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained. Rear View Intake vent AC socket Connect the supplied Power cord. Rear adjustment foot Terminals Terminal INPUT 1, 2 terminal Connecting video equipment with component output terminal (DVD player, DTV decoder, DVD recorder with hard disc, etc.).
  • Page 14 Using the Kensington Lock on the projector • This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.

  • Page 15: Inserting The Batteries

    Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin, therefore ensure that you first wipe them and then remove them using a cloth. • The batteries included with this projector may run down in a short period, depending on how they are kept. Be sure to replace them as soon as possible with new batteries. •...

  • Page 16: Usable Range

    Usable Range The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration. Remote control sensor (front) 30° Remote control signal transmitters 30° Remote control Note • The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy operation. However, the effective distance of the signal may differ depending on the screen material.

  • Page 17: Quick Start

    For details, see the page described below for each step. Setup and Projection In this section, connection of the projector and the video equipment is explained using one ex- ample. 1. Place the projector facing a wall or a screen 2.
  • Page 18 4. Turn the video equipment on and start playback 5. Select the INPUT mode Select the “INPUT 4” using the INPUT buttons on the projector or the INPUT 4 button on the remote control. On the projector • When pressing the INPUT buttons on the projector, input mode switches in the following...

  • Page 19: Setting Up The Projector

    Setting up the Projector Setting up the Projector For optimal image quality, position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector’s feet flat and level. Doing so will eliminate the need for Keystone correction and provide the best image quality.

  • Page 20: Projection (Prj) Mode

    Projection (PRJ) Mode The projector can use any of the 4 projection modes, shown in the diagram below. Select the mode most appropriate for the projection setting in use. (You can set the PRJ Mode in “Options2” menu. See page 49.) I Table mounted, front projection Menu item ©...

  • Page 21: Picture (Screen) Size And Projection Distance

    The projection screen size varies according to the distance from the lens of the projec- tor to the screen. Install the projector so that projected images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size by referring to the table below. Use the values in the table as a reference when installing the projector.
  • Page 22 When using a normal screen (4:3) and projecting 16:9 image Picture (Screen) size Diag. [χ] Height Width 300 (762 cm) 240 (610 cm) 180 (457 cm) 270 (686 cm) 216 (549 cm) 162 (411 cm) 250 (635 cm) 200 (508 cm) 150 (381 cm) 200 (508 cm) 160 (406 cm)

  • Page 23: Samples Of Cables For Connection

    AN-C3CP2) RCA adaptor plug (commercially available) Cables for a camera or a video game Cables for a camera or a video game RGB cable (commercially available) Terminal on the projector INPUT6 INPUT1, 2 INPUT5 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT1, 2 INPUT5...

  • Page 24: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Connecting to Video Equipment Before connecting, ensure that the power cord of the projector is unplugged from the AC outlet and turn off the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector first and then the other devices.
  • Page 25 Connecting to Video Equipment (Continued) When connecting to equipment with S-video output terminal (INPUT3) To S-video output terminal When connecting to equipment with video output terminal (INPUT4) To video output terminal DVD, etc. S-video cable (commercially available) DVD, etc. To INPUT4 terminal Video cable (commercially available) To INPUT3 terminal...
  • Page 26 When connecting the component video equipment to the computer-RGB/ component input terminal on the projector (INPUT5) To component output (Y, C ) terminal DVD, etc. To INPUT5 terminal 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (optional accessory: AN-C3CP2)
  • Page 27 When connecting to equipment with HDMI output teminal (INPUT6) HDMI is a new specialized interface capable of delivering a video and audio signal to the terminal using just one cable. Since this projector does not support an audio signal by itself, use an amplifier or other audio device.

  • Page 28: Connecting To A Computer

    • Depending on the computer you are using, an image may not be projected unless the computer’s external output port is switched on. (e.g. Press “Fn” and “F5” keys simultaneously when using a SHARP notebook computer). Refer to the specific instructions in your computer's operation manual to enable your computer’s external output port.

  • Page 29: Turning The Projector On/Off

    It should not be regarded as faulty operation. • If the projector is put into standby mode and immediately turned on again, the lamp may take some time to start projection. Supplied...

  • Page 30: Turning The Power Off (Putting The Projector Into Standby Mode)

    Select the appropriate input mode for the connected equipment. Press the appropriate INPUT button on the remote control to select the desired input mode. • When pressing INPUT (P/R) on the projector, input mode switches in the following order: INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT6...

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Rotate the zoom ring to enlarge or shrink the screen size. 3 Adjusting the Height The height of the projector can be ad- justed using the adjustment feet at the front and rear of the projector. When the screen is above the projec- tor, the projection image can be made higher by adjusting the projector.
  • Page 32 • Do not apply too much pressure on the pro- jector when the front adjustment foot comes out. • When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fingers caught in the area between the adjustment foot and the projector.

  • Page 33: Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion

    Image Projection (Continued) Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion When the image is projected either from the top or from the bottom towards the screen at an angle, the image becomes distorted trapezoidally. The function for correcting trapezoidal distortion is called Keystone Correction. There are the two types of the Keystone Correction.
  • Page 34 However, this is not a malfunction. • If you cannot correct trapezoidal distortion with Keystone correction, change the placement position of the projector. • Straight lines and the edges of the displayed image may appear jagged, when adjusting the Keystone setting.

  • Page 35: Geometric Adjustment

    “GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT” mode will end. Note • The placement of the screen and the projector may result in the image aspect ratio becoming slightly distorted. • Try “H&V KEYSTONE” when “GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT”...
  • Page 36 H & V KEYSTONE Project the image and adjust the focus, image size, and projection angle. Press c KEYSTONE on the re- mote control repeatedly until “H & V KEYSTONE” is displayed. • When the “GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT” mode has been used to adjust the im- age, a confirmation screen displays be- fore the “H &...

  • Page 37: Resize Mode

    “STRETCH”, “SIDE BAR”, “CINEMA ZOOM” or “DOT BY DOT (Computer input only)” image. Press m RESIZE on the projector or jRESIZE on the remote control. On the projector On the remote control...
  • Page 38 Computer Input Signal Image Computer type Resolution lower than 4:3 aspect ratio (1024K768) 4:3 aspect ratio 1280K720 16:9 aspect ratio : Cutout area on which images cannot be projected. Note • You can select “CINEMA ZOOM” when with a “VGA/SVGA” signal with a vertical frequency 60 Hz and less.

  • Page 39: Operating With The Remote Control

    Operating with the Remote Control Shifting the Projected Im- age Vertically (Image Shift) For easier viewing, this function shifts the entire image projected on the screen up or down when projecting 16:9 images from DVD players or other con- nected devices. Press PIMAGE SHIFT.

  • Page 40: Menu Items

    Menu Items The following shows the items that can be set in the projector. The selectable items vary depending on the selected input, input signals, or adjustment values. Items that cannot be selected will be greyed out. “Picture” menu PAGE 1...
  • Page 41 Menu Items (Continued) “Fine Sync” menu Fine Sync Clock Phase H-Pos V-Pos Reset Special Modes 1080I Auto Sync Cur. sig. freq : H 33.8 kHz / V 60 Hz SEL./ADJ. ENTER RETURN • The “Fine Sync” menu is not available for INPUT 3 or INPUT 4.

  • Page 42: Using The Menu Screen

    Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) MENU button Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “Bright”. • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Press dMENU. • The “Picture” menu screen for the se- lected input mode is displayed.
  • Page 43 Press O or Q to adjust the item selected. • The adjustment is stored. Press dMENU. • The menu screen will disappear. Note • The d MENU button does not function while the projector is operating the “Auto Sync” or “FREEZE” functions. Picture Picture Mode Standard Contrast...

  • Page 44: Picture Adjustment ("Picture" Menu)

    Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) Q PAGE 1 Picture Picture Mode Standard Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Blue 1 Selecting the Picture Mode Selectable Description items Standard For standard image Natural A balanced color image is obtained. Dynamic A vivid image is obtained.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Color Temperature

    * The film source is a digital video recording with the original encoded as is at 24 frames/second. The projector can convert this film source to progres- sive video at 60 frames/second with NTSC and PAL60Hz or at 50 frames/second with PAL50Hz and SECAM to play back a high-definition image.

  • Page 46: Reducing Image Noise (Dnr)

    6 Reducing Image Noise (DNR) Video digital noise reduction (DNR) provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl and cross color noise. Selectable items Description DNR does not function. Level 1-3 Sets the DNR level for viewing a clearer picture. Note Set “DNR”...

  • Page 47: Computer Image Adjustment ("Fine Sync" Menu)

    AUTO SYNC on the remote con- trol. • The Auto Sync adjustment may take some time to complete, depending on the image of the computer connected to the projector. • When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto Sync adjustment, use manual ad- justments.

  • Page 48: Using The "Options" Menu

    Using the “Options” Menu Options 1 Image Shift Overscan H Overscan V Subtitle OSD Display Video System Auto Signal Type Auto HDMI Setting Standard Background Blue Auto Power Off Lamp Timer(Life) Settings on the Options 1 menu 1 Adjusting the Image Position You can move the projected image vertically.

  • Page 49: Setting On-Screen Display

    When there is an HDMI-capable device con- nected to INPUT 6, an optimum picture may not be displayed if the device’s output signal type and the projector’s input signal type do not match. If this should occur, switch the HDMI Setting. Selectable items...

  • Page 50: Auto Power Off Function

    Function Selectable Description items When no input signal is detected for more than 15 minutes, the projector will automatically enter standby mode. The Auto Power Off function will be disabled. Note • When the Auto Power Off function is set to “On”, 5 minutes before the projector enters...

  • Page 51: Selecting The Transmission Speed (Rs-232C)

    Using the “Options” Menu (Continued) 2 Selecting the Transmission Speed (RS-232C) Serviceman only When using the RS-232C terminal, set the baud rate of the projector to the same baud rate as the computer. Selectable Description items 9600bps Transmission speed is slow.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, warp or damage the coating on the projector. Make sure to test on a small, inconspicuous area on the projector before use.

  • Page 53: Maintenance Indicators

    At this time, the lamp indicator will illuminate in red. I If you try to turn on the projector a fourth time without replacing the lamp, the projector will not turn on.
  • Page 54 The sound of the cooling fan may change during operation because the fan speed may change and this is not a malfunction. • Do not unplug the power cord after the projector has entered standby mode and while the cooling fan is running. The cooling fan runs for about 90 seconds.

  • Page 55: Regarding The Lamp

    I Carefully change the lamp by following the instructions described in this section. * If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer. * If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer for repair.

  • Page 56: Removing And Installing The Lamp Unit

    • The lamp unit becomes very hot while the pro- jector is operating. Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp and parts around the lamp will be very hot and may cause burns or injury.

  • Page 57: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    • If the lamp unit and lamp unit cover are not correctly installed, the power will not turn on, even if the power cord is con- nected to the projector. Resetting the Lamp Timer Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp.

  • Page 58: Connecting Pin Assignments

    Connecting Pin Assignments COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT INPUT5 Terminal: 15-pin Mini D-sub female connector COMPUTER-RGB Input Video input (red) Video input (green/sync on green) Video input (blue) Not connected Not connected Earth (red) Earth (green/sync on green) Earth (blue) Not connected 10. GND 11.

  • Page 59: Computer Compatibility Chart

    Horizontal Frequency: 15-70 kHz, Vertical Frequency: 45-85 Hz, Pixel Clock: 12-85 MHz Sync signal: Compatible with TTL level The following is a list of modes that conform to VESA. However, this projector supports other signals that are not VESA standards. Horizontal Frequency PC/MAC Resolution 640 ×...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    • Adjust the focus. • The projection distance exceeds the focus range. • There is fog on the lens. If the projector is carried from a cold room into a warm room, or if it is suddenly heated, condensation may form on the surface of the lens and the image will become blurred.

  • Page 61: Service Information (For The U.s.)

    If this should happen, unplug the Unit and plug it in again after more than 5 minutes. Service Information (For the U.S.) For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center, or to obtain product litera- ture, accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237- 4277) or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharpusa.com).

  • Page 62: Specifications

    Remote control, Power cord for U.S. and Canada, etc., Operation manual When STANDBY Mode is set to “Eco” As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specifica- tion figures indicated are nominal values of production units.

  • Page 63: Dimensions

    Dimensions Units: inches (mm) ø9 (69.2) (77.5) (80) (315) (33.8) (46.2) (65.5) (75)

  • Page 64: Index

    RESIZE button ... 36 RETURN button ... 41 RGB/COMP. button ... 48 RS-232C Setting ... 50 Saturation ... 44 Sharp ... 43 SIDE BAR ... 36, 37 Special Modes ... 46 STANDBY button ... 29 STANDBY/ON button ... 28, 29 STANDBY Mode ...

  • Page 65: Consumer Limited Warranty (Valid In Usa Only)

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