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Sharp XV-Z15000 Operation Manual

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PROYECTOR
PROJETOR
XV-Z15000
OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
MANUAL DE MANEJO
MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO

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  • Page 1 PROJECTOR PROJECTEUR PROYECTOR PROJETOR XV-Z15000 OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE MANEJO MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO...
  • Page 2 SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fi tted 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 same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
  • Page 3 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 lo- cated on the bottom of the projector and retain this information.

  • Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity

    This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities, the Electronics Industries Al- liance: www.eiae.org, the lamp recycling organization www.lamprecycle.org, or Sharp at 1-800-BE-SHARP. Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement See “Replacing the Lamp”...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Fan Mode Setting ... 46 Returning the Default Settings ... 46 Lamp Timer (Life) ... 46 Connecting Pin Assignments ...53 RS-232C Specifi cations and Commands ...54 Computer Compatibility Chart ...57 Troubleshooting ...58 For SHARP Assistance ...60 Specifi cations ...61 Dimensions ...62 Index ...63...

  • Page 6: How To Read This Operation Manual

    Press to select the menu screen to adjust on the menu bar..Indicates safeguards for using the projector. Info ... Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the projector. Note For Future Reference Maintenance P. 47 Adjustment buttons...

  • 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 as- sure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 ■ When connecting a computer or other audio-visual equipment to the projector, make the connections AFTER unplugging the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turning off the equipment to be connected. ■ Please read the operation manuals of the projector and the equipment to be connected for instructions on how to make the connections.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    3 RCA to mini D-sub 15 pin 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 Projector Dealer or Service Center. Two AA size batteries <UBATUA020WJZZ>...

  • Page 11: Part Names And Functions

    Top View AUTO V-KEYSTONE button Vertical keystone correction is performed automatically. STANDBY/ON button 13, 22 For turning the power on and putting the projector into standby mode. Power indicator 22, 48 Lamp indicator 22, 48 Temperature warning indicator RESIZE button For switching the picture size (NORMAL, STRETCH, etc.).
  • Page 12 • 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. (Continued) Using the Carrying Handle When transporting the projector, carry it by the carrying handle on the side.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Numbers in refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained. Remote Control STANDBY button 14, 22 For putting the projector into the standby mode. HDMI1, 2, COMPONENT, 14, 26 S-VIDEO, VIDEO, COMPUTER buttons For switching to the respective input modes.

  • Page 14: Using The Remote Control

    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. •...

  • Page 15: Quick Start

    Quick Start This section provides an example showing how to connect the projector to video equipment that has an HDMI output terminal with a brief explanation of the steps from connection through to image projection. For details, see the pages suggested in each step.
  • Page 16 Focus ring Turn the power off Press STANDBY/ON on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control, then press that button again while the confi rmation message is displayed, to put the projector into standby mode. On the projector...

  • Page 17: Setting Up The Projector

    Note • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing diffi cult. • For optimal image, position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on the screen washes out the colors, making viewing diffi...

  • Page 18: Projection (Prj) Mode

    Menu item ➞ “Rear” 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).

  • Page 19: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Screen Size and Projection Distance When using a wide screen (16:9): In case of displaying the 16:9 picture on the whole of the 16:9 screen. Picture (Screen) size Diag. (x) Width 500" (1270 cm) 436" (1107 cm) 400" (1016 cm) 349"...

  • Page 20: Samples Of Cables For Connection

    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) HDMI cable (commercially available) Terminal on the projector HDMI1, 2 Page 19) COMPONENT COMPUTER/ COMPONENT S-VIDEO...

  • Page 21: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Connecting to Video Equipment Before connecting, be sure to unplug the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet and turn off the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other devices.

  • Page 22: 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 specifi c instructions in your computer’s operation manual to enable your computer’s external output port.

  • Page 23: Controlling The Projector By A Computer

    Controlling the Projector by a Computer When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer, the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector. When connecting to a computer using an RS-232C serial control cable...

  • Page 24: 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. Turning the Power Off (Putting...

  • Page 25: Image Projection

    Info • Do not apply too much pressure on the projector when the front adjustment feet come out. • When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fi ngers caught in the area between the adjust- ment feet and the projector.

  • Page 26: Keystone Correction

    Image Projection Keystone Correction This function can correct distortion of an image projected toward a spherical or cylindrical screen as well as trapezoidal distortion of an image on a fl at screen and rotate the image at your arbitrary angle. ■...

  • Page 27: Auto V-Keystone Correction

    Press AUTO V-KEYSTONE on the projec- tor to perform vertical keystone correction which is automatically activated in response to the installation angle of the projector. • The on-screen display of the Auto V-Keystone “On” ap- pears when AUTO V-KEYSTONE is pressed once.

  • Page 28: Switching The Input Mode

    S-VIDEO, VIDEO or COMPUTER on the remote control to select the input mode. • When you press INPUT on the projector or on the remote control, the INPUT list appears. Press P/R to switch the INPUT mode. INPUT list INPUT...

  • Page 29: Displaying The Black Screen Temporarily

    Displaying the Black Screen Temporarily Close the lens shutter to temporarily display a black screen. Note • When you close the lens shutter, the projector will be turned off automatically after about 30 minutes. Freezing a Moving Image Press FREEZE. •...

  • Page 30: Displaying An Enlarged Portion Of An Image

    Image Projection Displaying an Enlarged Portion of an Image Graphs, tables and other portions of projected images can be enlarged. This is helpful when providing more detailed explanations. Press MAGNIFY on the remote control. • Enlarges the image. • Pressing MAGNIFY enlarges or reduces the projected image.

  • Page 31: Resize Mode

    Resize Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image. Press RESIZE on the projector or on the remote control. Note • The RESIZE function that can be selected varies depending on the input signal (resolution and vertical frequency).
  • Page 32 Image Projection RESIZE ZOOM 14:9 An image with a 14:9 aspect ratio and letterboxing is enlarged while maintaining the original aspect ratio. SMART ZOOM An image with a 4:3 aspect ratio is slightly enlarged. DOT BY DOT The image is displayed according to the original input signal. About Copyrights •...

  • Page 33: Menu Bar Items

    Menu Bar 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 grayed out. Main menu...
  • Page 34 Menu Bar Items “SIG-ADJ” menu Picture SCR-ADJ PRJ-ADJ SIG-ADJ Clock Phase H-Pos V-Pos Reset Resolution Auto Sync Signal Type Auto Video System Auto Video Setup 0 IRE Dynamic Range Auto Signal Info : 1080P H : XX.X kHz/ V : XX.X SEL./ADJ.
  • Page 35 “SCR-ADJ” menu Picture SCR-ADJ SIG-ADJ PRJ-ADJ Resize Normal H-Image Shift V-Image Shift Overscan Auto V-Keystone Keystone Mode Keystone H-Keystone V-Keystone Sphere Rotation OSD Display OSD Brightness Standard Background Logo Menu Position Upper Left Front PRJ Mode English Language SEL./ADJ. ENTER RETURN “PRJ-ADJ”...

  • Page 36: Using The Menu Screen

    ENTER button RETURN button Example: “Picture” menu screen when COMPONENT is selected for input mode Picture SIG-ADJ Picture Mode Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Blue CLR Temp IRIS1 (Manual) IRIS2 (Auto) Eco+Quiet Advanced Reset SEL./ADJ. RETURN ENTER button MENU button...
  • Page 37 ENTER. Press MENU. • The menu screen will disappear. Picture SCR-ADJ SIG-ADJ Picture Mode Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Blue CLR Temp IRIS1 (Manual) IRIS2 (Auto) Single- Eco+Quiet adjustment Advanced Reset item SEL./ADJ.

  • Page 38: Picture Adjustment ("Picture" Menu)

    Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu) Picture SIG-ADJ SCR-ADJ PRJ-ADJ Picture Mode Standard Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Blue CLR Temp IRIS1 (Manual) High Brightness IRIS2 (Auto) Eco+Quiet Advanced Reset SEL./ADJ. ENTER RETURN 1 Selecting the Picture Mode This function allows you to select the picture mode that best suits the room brightness and the type of image being projected.

  • Page 39: Switching The Iris Setting

    3 Switching the Iris Setting This function controls the quantity of the projected light and the contrast of the image. ■ IRIS1 (Manual) Selectable items Description High Brightness This mode gives priority to brightness over contrast. High Contrast This mode gives priority to contrast over brightness.
  • Page 40 Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu) • If there is data for the stored corrected color, the C.M.S. color adjustment screen is displayed. (Go to step 3.) C.M.S.1 Select Color Saturation Value Effect C.M.S.1 Reset Return SEL./ADJ. RETURN Use the picker and select the color of the projected image to correct.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Bright Boost

    8 Adjusting the Bright Boost Bright Boost uses Texas Instruments’ Bright Boost technology. The image becomes brighter while the color reproduction is kept at a high level. Selectable items Description The Bright Boost function is activated. The Bright Boost function is not activated. 9 Selecting the Film Mode This function provides high-quality playback of images originally projected at 24 fps, such as movies...

  • Page 42: Computer Image Adjustment ("Sig-Adj" Menu)

    Selectable items Auto Component Menu operation ⇒ Page 34 Description 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. Description...

  • Page 43: Setting The Video System

    Menu operation ⇒ Page 34 7 Adjusting the Dynamic Range An optimum picture may not be displayed if an HDMI- capable device’s output signal type and the projector’s input signal type do not match. If this should occur, switch “Dynamic Range”.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Projected Image ("Scr-Adj" Menu)

    Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR-ADJ” Menu) The illustration shown here is for explanation and may be different from the actual on-screen display. Picture SCR-ADJ SIG-ADJ Resize H-Image Shift V-Image Shift Overscan Auto V-Keystone Keystone Mode H-Keystone V-Keystone Sphere Rotation OSD Display OSD Brightness Background Menu Position...

  • Page 45: Auto V-Keystone Correction

    4 Auto V-Keystone Correction Select “Auto V-Keystone” in the “SCR-ADJ” menu and press ENTER. Vertical keystone correction is performed automatically. Note • Pressing ENTER when the on-screen display of the Auto V-Keystone “On” appears changes the setting of the Auto V-Keystone to “Off”. •...

  • Page 46: Setting On-Screen Display

    Displayed on the lower left of the image. Menu operation ⇒ Page 34 0 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This function allows the projector to be used in a wider range of projection styles by allowing the image to be inverted to suit the projection environment (location). Selectable items...

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Projector Function ("Prj-Adj" Menu)

    3 Setting One Touch Play, System Standby and Input Name PRJ-ADJ When a Sharp product equipped with Consumer Elec- tronics Control (HDMI CEC) is connected to the projector with an HDMI cable, you can use the linked function with HDMI CEC (“One Touch Play” and “System Standby”).

  • Page 48: Setting The Demo Mode

    To return to the previous setting, select “Reset” and then press ENTER. Note • When connecting the projector to a Sharp Video Product with an HDMI cable using an input mode of HDMI1 or HDMI2 and the linked func- tion with HDMI CEC (“One Touch Play” or “Sys- tem Standby”) works normally, the name of the...

  • Page 49: Reference Appendix Maintenance

    ■ Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the exhaust vent and the intake vent. Info • If you want to clean the air vents during projector operation, ensure you press STANDBY/ON on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control and put the projector into standby mode.

  • Page 50: Maintenance Indicators

    ” will illuminate in the lower left corner of the picture with the temperature warning indicator blinking. If this state continues, the lamp will turn off, the cooling fan will run and then the projector will enter standby mode. When you fi nd the temperature warning indicator blinking, be sure to perform the measures described on page 49.
  • Page 51 • If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters standby mode, follow the pos- sible solutions above and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plugging in the power cord and turning the power back on. (At least 10 minutes.) •...

  • Page 52: Regarding The Lamp

    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.

  • Page 53: Removing And Installing The Lamp Unit

    Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit • Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp and parts Warning! 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.

  • Page 54: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    • Plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector. Reset the lamp timer. • While simultaneously holding down MENU, ENTER and R on the projector, press STANDBY/ON on the projector and keep all four buttons pressed down until the lamp indicator starts blinking green.

  • Page 55: Connecting Pin Assignments

    Connecting Pin Assignments COMPUTER/COMPONENT input and COMPUTER/COMPONENT output Terminals : mini D-sub 15 pin female connector COMPUTER Input/Output Pin No. Signal RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin D-sub male connector Pin No. 9 8 7 6 4 3 2 1 HDMI Terminal Pin No. Name Video input (red) Video input (green/sync on green) Video input (blue)

  • Page 56: Rs-232C Specifi Cations And Commands

    RS-232C Specifi cations and Commands Computer 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 21 for connection.) Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer as follows.
  • Page 57 Movie1 Movie2 Game Contrast -30 - +30 Bright -30 - +30 Color -30 - +30 Tint -30 - +30 Sharp -30 - +30 -30 - +30 Blue -30 - +30 CLR Temp -2-+2 Picture Reset Component INPUT Picture Mode Standard...
  • Page 58 • If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space. If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a value in the range indicated in brackets under CONTROL CONTENTS. For setting the projector name, send the commands in order of PJN1, PJN2 and PJN3. The Lamp Timer Reset command can only be sent in standby mode.

  • Page 59: Computer Compatibility Chart

    *2 Full image display when “Resolution” is set to “1920 × 1080” Note • This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in “CRT only”...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    • Noise may appear depending on the computer. • The “DNR” (Digital Noise Reduction) or “MNR” (Mosquito Noise Reduc- • There is fog on the lens. If the projector is carried from a cold room into a Picture is blurred;...
  • Page 61 Sharp Video Products with an HDMI cable. • One Touch Play function of the projector is not set to “On”. • CEC settings of connected Sharp Video Products or other CEC devices are incorrect. • One Touch Play is set to “Off” and disabled when the Economy mode is set to “On”.

  • Page 62: For Sharp Assistance

    For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, fi rst refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 58 and 59. If this operation manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below.

  • Page 63: Specifi Cations

    Dimensions (main body only) [W × H × D] Weight (appprox.) 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 gures indicated are nominal values of produc- tion units.

  • Page 64: Dimensions

    Dimensions Units: inches (mm) (115) (85) (400) (5.75) (45.75) (179.75) (116.25) (75)

  • Page 65: Index

    Saturation ... 38 SCR-ADJ ... 42 Screen Size and Projection Distance ... 17 Security bar ... 10 Select Color ... 38 Sharp ... 36 SIG-ADJ ... 40 Signal Info ... 41 Signal Type ... 40 SMART ZOOM ... 30 Sphere ... 25, 43 Standard ...

  • Page 66: Sharp Corporation

    SHARP CORPORATION Printed in China Imprimé en Chine Impreso en China Impresso na China TINS-E012WJZZ 09P01-CH-NM...

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