MUTIMEDIA PROJECTOR MODEL XR-55X XR-50S OPERATION MANUAL...
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• For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector, please record the Model and Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this information. • Before recycling the packag ing, please ensure that you have checked the con- tents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Supplied accessories”...
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The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. Authorized representative responsible for the European Union Community Market SHARP ELECTRONICS (Europe) GmbH Sonninstraße 3, D-20097 Hamburg or coloured green E.U. ONLY...
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De meegeleverde CD-ROM bevat handleidingen in het Engels, Duits, Frans, Spaans, Italiaans, Nederlands, Zweeds, Portugees, Chinees, Koreaans en Arabisch. Lees de handleiding zorgvuldig door voor u de projector in gebruik neemt. Den medföljande CD-ROM-skivan innehåller bruksanvisningar på engelska, tyska, franska, spanska, italienska, holländska, svenska, portugisiska, kinesiska, koreanska och arabiska.
2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notifi cation of inspection, modifi cation, or recall that SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT “LIMITED WARRANTY”...
* If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center. * If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center for repair.
Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) ENTER button MENU button Menu Selections (Quick Start Menu) • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Press MENU. • The “Quick Start Menu” screen for the selected Input mode is displayed.
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.
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15. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fi re 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 fi...
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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 Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center. Rest your eyes occasionally.
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Caution regarding usage of the projector ■ If you are not to use the projector for a long time or before moving the projector, make certain you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, and disconnect any other cables connected to it.
5 Double click the model (name of the folder) that you want to view. 6 Double click the language (name of the folder) that you want to view. 7 Double click the pdf fi le to access the projector manuals. Note •...
(6' (1.8 m)) <QACCDA007WJPZ> <QACCVA011WJPZ> * Which power cords are supplied along with your projector depends on the region. Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country. • Operation manuals (this manual <TINS-E335WJZZ>, Operation Manual for Stereoscopic 3D Projection <TINZ-E500WJZZ>...
Temperature warning indicator Lamp indicator Power indicator STANDBY/ON button For turning the power on and putting the projector into Standby mode. INPUT buttons (P/R) For switching Input mode. AUTO SYNC button For automatically adjusting images when connected to a computer.
Using the Kensington Lock • 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.
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ON button For turning the power on. STANDBY button For putting the projector into the Standby mode. INPUT buttons ( / ) For switching Input mode. BREAK TIMER button For displaying the break time.
Battery fl uid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin, therefore ensure you wipe them fi rst 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. •...
Setup and Projection In this section, connection of the projector and the computer is explained using one example. 1. Place the projector facing a wall or a screen 2. Connect the projector to the computer and plug the power...
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7. Turn the computer on 8. Turn the power off Press STANDBY/ON on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control, and then press the button again while the confi rmation message is displayed to put the projector into Standby mode. On the...
Setting Up the Projector Setting Up the Projector For optimal image quality, position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector's feet fl at and level. Doing so will eliminate the need for Keystone correction and provide the best image quality.
40'' (102 cm) 89 cm (35'') 50 cm (20'') When using the projector with screen sizes not listed in the above charts, calculate the values according to the formulas. L1: Minimum projection distance (m/ft) L2: Maximum projection distance (m/ft) H: Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image (cm/in) S: Adjustable range of image position (cm/in) See page 46.
[Menu item ➞ “Rear”] a Ceiling-Mount Setup It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount adaptor and unit for this installation. Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center to obtain the recommended ceiling-mount adaptor and unit (sold separately).
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 specifi c instructions in your computer's operation manual to enable your computer's external output port.
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Note • When you connect video equipment with a 21-pin RGB output (Euro-scart) to the projector, use a commercially available cable that fi ts in the projector terminal you want to connect. • The projector does not support RGBC signals via the Euro-scart.
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RGB signals and Component signals can be output to the monitor. Cable ø3.5 mm stereo or mono audio cable (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA038WJPZ) RCA audio cable (commercially available) Cables for a camera or a video game RGB cable (supplied or commercially...
Controlling the Projector by a Computer When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS- 232C adaptor (optional, AN-A1RS) and an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commercially available), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector.
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. •...
Image Projection About the Setup Guide After turning on the projector, the Setup Guide screen appears to assist you with projector setup. Guidance items 1 FOCUS 2 HEIGHT ADJUST 3 ZOOM Press ENTER to exit the Setup Guide screen. Note •...
When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fi ngers caught in the area between the adjustment foot and the projector. • Hold the projector fi rmly while lifting or carrying. • Do not hold by the lens area. Zoom ring...
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. Note •...
Pressing AV MUTE again will turn the projected image back on. • When you close the lens shutter, the projector will be set to AV Mute mode and then the projector will be turned off automatically after about 30 minutes. INPUT buttons INPUT buttons...
Image Projection (Continued) Resize Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the Resize mode to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose a desired image. Press RESIZE. • See page for setting on menu screen. COMPUTER Main resolution SVGA (800 ×...
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VIDEO/DTV Input signal Video/DTV Image type 4:3 aspect ratio , 480P, , 576P, NTSC, PAL, SECAM Squeeze Letter box 720P, 1035 1080 , 1080P 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 540P (4:3 aspect ratio in 16:9) : Cutout area on which images cannot be projected : Area on which the image is not included in the original signals *1 The Image Shift function can be used for these images.
(up to 60 minutes). Canceling the break timer display function Press BREAK TIMER. Note • The Break Timer is not available while the projector is operating the following functions. - Auto Sync - Freeze - AV Mute - Input Search Displaying the Pointer...
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) Auto Sync function works when detecting input signal after the projector turns on. Press AUTO SYNC to manually adjust with Auto Sync function. Note • When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto Sync adjustment, use manual adjustments.
When connecting the projector and the computer with a USB cable, you can use the remote control as the computer mouse. If the computer is placed too far away from the projector to be connected via the USB cable, the remote receiver (optional, AN-MR2) makes it possible to operate the projector with the remote control.
Menu Items The following shows the items that can be set in the projector. “Quick Start Menu” Main menu Quick Start Menu Input Search Start Page Resolution Page Resize Page Keystone Page Eco + Quiet [On/Off] Page Language Page Information...
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Menu Items (Continued) “Signal adjustment (SIG-ADJ)” menu Main menu SIG-ADJ Clock -150 Page Phase H-Pos -150 V-Pos Reset Page Resolution Page Signal Type Page Video System Page Video Setup Page Signal Info Page *3 Items when inputting RGB signal through COMPUTER/COMPONENT.
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“Projector adjustment (PRJ-ADJ1/2)” menu Main menu PRJ-ADJ1 Auto Sync [On/Off] Page Page Auto Power Off [On/Off] Page Auto Restart [On/Off] Page Speaker [On/Off] Page RS-232C Page Fan Mode Page System Lock [Enable/Disable] Page Keylock [On/Off] Page Main menu PRJ-ADJ2 Quick Start Menu [On/Off]...
Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) ENTER button MENU button Menu Selections (Quick Start Menu) • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Press MENU. • The “Quick Start Menu” screen for the selected Input mode is displayed.
The setting of Eco+Quiet mode will be made independently for each Input mode and each Picture mode. Menu Selections (Complete Menu) Example: Adjusting “Bright”. • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Press MENU. • The “Quick Start Menu” screen is displayed.
• The adjustment is stored. Press MENU. • The menu screen will disappear. Note • The MENU button is not available while the projector is operating: - Auto Sync/Break Timer/Freeze/AV Mute/Input Search Picture Picture Picture Picture PRJ1 PRJ1 Picture Mode...
Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu) Q PAGE1 Picture PRJ1 Picture Mode Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Blue SEL./ADJ. ENTER 1 Selecting the Picture Mode Selectable Description items Standard For standard image Presentation Brightens portions of image for more enhanced presentations. Movie Gives natural tint to the projected image.
For less contrast. Bright For less brightness. Color* For less color intensity. Tint* For making skin tones purplish. Sharp* For less sharpness. Red* For weaker red. Blue* For weaker blue. BrilliantColor™* For making the effect weaker. *1 Not displayed in the RGB input mode.
5 Selecting the Film Mode This function provides high-quality playback of images originally projected at 24 fps, such as movies on DVDs. Selectable Description items Auto Films are detected automatically. Films are not detected. Note • This function is available for the following signals.
Signal Adjustment (“SIG-ADJ” Menu) 1 Adjusting the Computer Image If the optimum image cannot be obtained with Auto Sync adjustment, use the SIG-ADJ function. Selectable Description items Clock Adjusts vertical noise. Phase Adjusts horizontal noise (similar to tracking on your VCR). H-Pos Centers the on-screen image by moving it to the left or right.
4 Setting the Video System The video input system mode is factory preset to “Auto”; however, a clear picture from the connected audio-visual equipment may not be received, depending on the Video signal difference. In that case, switch the Video signal. Selectable items Auto SECAM...
Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR-ADJ” Menu) 1 Setting the Resize Mode Use this function to stretch the image vertically or horizontally or when the edges of the image cannot be seen. Note • For details of the Resize mode, see pages and 31.
This does not necessarily indicate a problem with the projector. • If any button is pressed to call up the on- screen display while viewing a Closed Caption broadcast, the closed captions will disappear.
Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR-ADJ” Menu) (Continued) 7 Selecting the Background Image Selectable items Logo Sharp logo screen Blue Blue screen None — 8 Selecting the Setup Guide Selectable items Displaying the Setup Guide when turning the projector on. Not displaying the Setup Guide.
1 Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) Selectable Description items Auto Sync adjustment will occur when the projector is turned on or when the input signals are switched, when connected to a computer. Auto Sync adjustment is not automatically performed. Note •...
Info • If you lose or forget your keycode, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center (see page 69). Even if the product warranty is valid, the keycode reset will incur a charge.
PRJ - ADJ1 Use this function to lock the operation buttons on the projector. (Except STANBY/ON button) Note: You can release the keylock by holding down ENTER on the projector for about 5 seconds. Return SEL. ENTER Select “On”, then press ENTER.
The monitor output and RS-232C are switched off in Standby mode. Quick Start The monitor output and RS-232C are activated even if the projector is in Standby mode. ® Link See the Operation Manual for Stereoscopic 3D Projection provided separately.
■ When the dirt is hard to remove, soak a cloth in a mild detergent diluted with water, wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector. Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, warp or damage the coating on the projector.
Standby mode, follow the procedures given below. Top View About the temperature warning indicator If the temperature inside the projector increases, due to blockage of the air vents, or the setting location, the temperature warning indicator will blink. And if the temperature keeps on rising, “...
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If the power is turned off for a brief moment due to power outage or some other cause while using the projector, and the power supply recovers immediately after that, the lamp indicator will illuminate in red and the lamp may not be lit. In this case, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, replace the power cord in the AC outlet and then turn the power on again.
Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center. * If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center for repair.
Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit Warning! • 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. Info • Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector.
If the lamp unit and lamp unit cover are not correctly installed, the power will not turn on, even if the power cord is connected to the projector. Resetting the Lamp Timer Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp.
Connecting Pin Assignments COMPUTER/COMPONENT input and COMPUTER/COMPONENT output Terminals: mini D-sub 15 pin female connector COMPUTER Input/Output Pin No. RS-232C Terminal: mini DIN 9 pin female connector Pin No. RS-232C Terminal: D-sub 9 pin male connector of the DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor (optional AN-A1RS) Pin No.
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Depending on the controlling device used, it may be necessary to connect Pin 4 and Pin 6 on the controlling device (e.g. computer). the controlling device (e.g. computer). USB Terminal: Type B USB connector Pin No. Pin No. Signal Projector Pin No. Signal Name USB power USB– USB data–...
After sending an input selection or picture adjustment command and then receiving an “OK” response code, the projector may take some time to process the command. If a second command is sent while the projector is still processing the fi rst command, you may receive an “ERR” response code. If this happens, try resending the second command.
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RS-232C Specifi cations and Commands (Continued) Commands Example: When turning on the projector, make the following setting. CONTROL CONTENTS Power Status Projector Condition Status Lamp Power Status Quantity Usage Time(Hour) Usage Time(Minute) Life(Percentage) Name Model Name Check Model Name Check...
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CONTROL CONTENTS COMPUTER Input Picture Mode Contrast Bright Blue Color Tint Sharp CLR Temp BrilliantColor™ Film Mode Picture Reset Signal Type Audio Input S-VIDEO Input Picture Mode Contrast Bright Blue Color Tint Sharp CLR Temp BrilliantColor™ Film Mode Picture Reset...
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Lamp Timer Reset *3 *1 For setting the projector name, send the commands in the order of PJN1, PJN2 and PJN3. *2 When the next command is sent during input search, you may receive an “ERR” response code, and the input search is canceled.
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. Set up the projector at least one hour before it is to be used.
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The lamp will eventually need to be changed. While the remaining lamp life draws to a close, replace the lamp. Operate the remote control while pointing it at the projector's remote control sensor. The remote control may be too far away from the projector.
For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, fi rst refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below. U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277) lcdsupport@sharpsec.com...
Dimensions (main body only) [W × H × D] Weight (approx.) As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specifi cation changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specifi cation fi...
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