TABLE OF CONTENTS Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity ..................III Important Information ........................ IV INTRODUCTION ...................1 Package Overview........................1 Product Overview ........................2 Connections..........................3 Keypad ............................4 Remote control ..........................5 Power cord ..........................7 AC adapter ..........................7 SETUP AND INSTALLATION ...............8 Installing the projector .........................8 Connecting to a computer ......................9 Connecting to a Media player ....................10 Adjusting the projector image ....................
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............33 Compatible resolutions ......................33 Image size and projection distance ...................39 Projector dimensions and ceiling mount installation ..............41 RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List................42 Troubleshooting .........................43 Warning indicators ........................45 Specifications ..........................46 Maintenance ..........................48 Cabinet dimensions ........................49...
U.S.A. ONLY Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity SHARP PROJECTOR, XP-M401H-W / XP-M421W-W This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Important Information Laser Safety Caution Obey the laws and regulations of your country in relation to the installation and management of the device. This product is classified as Class 1 of IEC 60825-1:2014 and RG2 of IEC 62471-5:2015. WARNING CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT OF IEC 60825-1:2014 •...
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About the symbols To ensure safe and proper use of the product, this manual uses a number of symbols to prevent injury to you and others as well as damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are described below. Be sure to understand them thoroughly before reading this manual.
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WARNING Projected light Projected light and the pictogram/label indicated on the cabinet • This product is classified as Class 1 of IEC 60825-1:2014. • Do not look into the projector’s lens. Strong light that could damage your vision is projected when the projector is operating. Laser energy exposure near aperture may cause burns.
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WARNING Label 3 Product label (Rating label/ID label) on the bottom of the product PROHIBITED Power supply Use a suitable voltage power supply. • This projector is designed to be used with a 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power supply. Before using the projector, check that the power supply to which the projector is to be connected REQUIRED meets these requirements.
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WARNING Installation Do not use in places such as those described below. • Do not use in places such as those described below. Doing so could lead to fire or electric shock. - Shaky tables, inclined surfaces or other unstable places. - Poorly ventilated spaces.
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WARNING On use Do not place objects inside the projector. • Do not insert or drop metal or combustible objects or other foreign materials into the projector from the vents. Doing so could lead to fire or electric shock. PROHIBITED Be particularly careful if there are children in the home.
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CAUTION Power cord Handling the AC adapter and the power cord • The projector should be installed close to an easily accessible power outlet. • When connecting the AC adapter to the projector's DC IN terminal and connecting the power REQUIRED cord to the AC adapter and the power outlet, make sure the connector is fully and firmly inserted.
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CAUTION Handling batteries Incorrect usage of batteries can result in leaks or bursting. • Use the specified batteries only. • Insert batteries matching the (+) and (–) signs on each battery to the (+) and (–) signs of the battery compartment. •...
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CAUTION Avoid locations with extreme temperatures and humidity • Failure to do so could lead to fire or electric shock or damage to the projector. The usage environment for this projector is as follows: - The operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C / 32°F to 104°F / humidity: 20 to 80% (without REQUIRED condensation) - The storage temperature: -10 °C to 50 °C / 14°F to 122°F / humidity: 20 to 80% (without...
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Notes on installation and maintenance Do not install or store in such places as those described below. • Locations that amplify vibrations and impacts If installed in places where the vibrations from power sources and the like are conveyed, or in vehicles or on vessels, etc.
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• About handling of the remote control - The remote control will not work if the projector’s remote signal sensor or the remote control’s signal transmitter is exposed to strong light or if there are obstacles between them that obstruct the signals. - Operate the remote control from within 6 meters (19.7 feet) from the projector, pointing it at the projector’s remote signal sensor.
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± 3° ± 3° 30 cm/12" or greater 30 cm/12" or greater AC adapter notice Place the AC adapter at least 30 cm away from the projector. If the heat from the projector causes the AC adapter to become hot, the projector may not operate properly. 30 cm/12"...
INTRODUCTION Package Overview Carefully unpack and verify that you have the items listed below under standard accessories. Some of the items under optional accessories may not be available depending on the model, specification and your region of purchase. Please check with your place of purchase. Some accessories may vary from region to region. The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions.
Product Overview Note: • Do not block projector intake and exhaust vents. • When operating the projector in an enclosed space, allow at least 30 cm clearance around the intake and exhaust vents. • Attach an anti-theft device to the Security chain opening. The security chain opening accepts security wires or chains up to approximately 0.2 inch / 5 mm in diameter.
Remote control No Item Description Power off the projector. Please see the “Powering on / off the projector” on STANDBY page 2315. Power on the projector. Please see the “Powering on / off the projector” on page 2315. COMPUTER 1 No function.
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No Item Description 20. DisplayPort No function. 21. USB B No function. 22. USB A No function. 23. CLEAR No function. 24. LAN No function. 25. EXIT Back to the higher level of OSD. 26. FREEZE Pause the screen image. Press again to resume the screen image. 27.
Power cord The power cord specification: • AC Input: 123 VAC, 10 A • Length: 1.8 m (71 inch) AC adapter The AC adapter specification: • AC Input: 100~240 VAC, 3.5 A, 50~60 Hz • DC Output: 19.5 VDC, 11.79 A •...
SETUP AND INSTALLATION Installing the projector Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible positions. Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.
Adjusting the projector image Image height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. Locate the adjustable foot you wish to adjust on the underside of the projector. Rotate the adjustable foot clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the projector. The tilt feet can be used to tilt the projector by a maximum of 8°.
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To adjust the image size, turn the zoom ring clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the projected image size. • To adjust the focus, turn the focus ring clockwise or counterclockwise until the image is sharp and legible. Zoom Ring...
Remote setup Installing / replacing the batteries Two AAA size manganese batteries are supplied for the remote control. Press firmly and slide the battery cover off. Install new batteries (AAA). Ensure that you have the batteries’ polarity (+/–) aligned correctly. Slip the cover back over the batteries until it snaps into place.
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Effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located in front and on top of the projector. Ensure to hold the remote con- trol at an angle within 30° perpendicular to the projector’s IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor should not be longer than 6 meters (~19 feet).
USING THE PROJECTOR Powering on / off the projector Lens cap Powering on Remove the lens cap. Securely connect the signal/source cables. Then connect the power lead to the adaptor and the adaptor to the projector. When connected, the Power LED will turn red. Turn on the projector by pressing the button on the projector keypad or remote control.
Powering off Turn off the projector by pressing the button on the projector keypad or remote control. The following message will be displayed: Power Off Power Off? Press power key again. Press the button again to confirm, otherwise the message will disappear after 10 seconds. When you press the button for the second time, the projector will shut down.
Menu navigation and features The projector has multilingual on screen display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. To open the OSD menu, press the button on the projector keypad or the Menu button on the remote control.
Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Default Presentation HDR/HLG SIM. Note: Supported only by the XP-M401H-W model. Display Mode Cinema Sport High-bright User Brightness -50 ~ 50 Contrast -50 ~ 50 Sharpness 1 ~ 15...
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Main Factory Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Default Auto 16:9 Aspect Ratio Auto Full L. Box Zoom -5 ~ 25 Display Four Corners H Keystone -30 ~ 30 V Keystone -30 ~ 30 Keystone Auto Keystone Reset...
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Main Factory Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Default 简体中文 日本語 한국어 Русский Magyar Language Čeština English Options ไทย Setup Türkçe Tiếng Việt Bahasa Indonesia Auto Source High Altitude Reset Serial Number Source Resolution Refresh Rate Display Mode...
This mode will be automatically enabled if HDR/HLG is set to Auto (and HDR/HLG Content is sent to projector – 4K UHD Blu-ray, 1080p/4K UHD HDR/HLG Games, 4K UHD Streaming Video). Note: HDR/HLG SIM. is supported only by the XP-M401H-W model only. • Cinema: Provides the best colors for watching movies.
Color Settings Configure the color settings. • BrilliantColor™: This adjustable item utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing true, more vibrant colors in picture. Color Temperature: Select a color temperature from Warm, Standard, or Cold. •...
3D Mode Use this option to disable the 3D function or select the appropriate the 3D function. • Off: Select “Off” to turn off 3D mode. • On: Select “On” to turn on 3D mode. Note: If 2D and 3D sources are both connected, turn off 3D when selecting the 2D source. 3D Format Use this option to select the appropriate 3D format content.
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WXGA scaling table (screen type 16:10): 16 : 10 screen 480i/p 576i/p 1080i/p 720p Scale to 1066x800. 16x10 Scale to 1280x800. Scale to 1280x960, then get the central 1280x800 image to display. Native mode 1:1 mapping centered. 1:1 mapping 1280x720 1:1 mapping display 1280x800.
Audio menu Audio mute menu Mute Use this option to temporarily turn off the sound. • Off: Choose “Off” to turn mute off. • On: Choose “On” to turn mute on. Note: • “Mute” function affects both internal and external speaker volume. •...
Setup menu Setup projection menu Projection Select the preferred projection mode from Front or Rear. Setup projection location menu Projection Location Select the preferred projection orientation from Auto, Desktop, or Ceiling. Setup power settings menu Auto Power On Select the automatic power on mode. AC Power On: The projector is powered on automatically after the power is supplied to the projector.
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To set the password, do the following: Press Enter or u to enter the Security menu. Setup Projection Projection Location Power Settings Security HDMI CEC Test Pattern Options Reset Select Enter Exit Press Enter or u to select the Change Password item. Setup Security Security...
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Press the number keys on the remote control or the pq keys on the control panel to select the number. Then press u to move to the next field and select the number until the 4-digit password is set. Security Enter Security Code (4 digits).
Setup HDMI CEC menu Note: • When you connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to the projector with HDMI cables, you can control them on the same power on or power off status using the HDMI Link control feature in the projector’s OSD.
Info menu Info menu View the projector information as listed below: • Serial Number • Source • Resolution • Refresh Rate • Display Mode • Light Source Hours Note: The value of [Light Source Hours] reflects the [Display Mode] setting in the actual operating time. •...
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Compatible resolutions XP-M421W-W Input signal for HDMI: XP-M401H-W Input signal for HDMI2: Signal Resolution Refresh Rate(Hz) 640 x 480 60/120(*2) SVGA 800 x 600 60(*2)/72/85/120(*2) SVGA 832 x 624 1024 x 768 50/60(*2)/70/75/85/120(*2) 1152 x 870 SDTV(480i) 720 x 480...
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3D timing Input timing 1280 x 720p @ 50Hz Top - and - Bottom 1280 x 720p @ 60Hz Top - and - Bottom 1280 x 720p @50Hz Frame packing HDMI 3D Input (with 3D InfoFrame 1280 x 720p @60Hz Frame packing information) 1920 x 1080i @50Hz...
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XP-M401H-W Input signal for HDMI1: Signal Resolution Refresh Rate(Hz) 640 x 480 60/120(*2) SVGA 800 x 600 60(*2)/72/85/120(*2) SVGA 832 x 624 1024 x 768 50/60(*2)/70/75/85/120(*2) 1152 x 870 SDTV(480i) 720 x 480 SDTV(480p) 720 x 480 SDTV(576i) 720 x 576...
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3D timing Input timing 1280 x 720p @ 50Hz Top - and - Bottom 1280 x 720p @ 60Hz Top - and - Bottom HDMI 3D Input 1280 x 720p @50Hz Frame packing (with 3D InfoFrame 1280 x 720p @60Hz Frame packing 1920 x 1080i @50Hz Side- by-Side (Half)
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Digital compatibility (WXGA: Sharp XP-M421W-W) HDMI1 B0/Established B0/Standard Timing: B0/Detail Timing: B1/Video Mode B1/Detail Timing: Timing: 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 1280 x 800 @ 60Hz WXGA: 1280 x 800 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080p @ 60Hz 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz...
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Digital compatibility (1080p: Sharp XP-M401H-W) HDMI1 B0/Established B0/Standard Timing: B0/Detail Timing: B1/Video Mode B1/Detail Timing: Timing: 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 1280 x 800 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 3840 x 2160p @ 60Hz 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz...
Horizontal projection position: Equal distance to the left and right from the center of the lens Vertical projection position: (see table below) Projection distance L Screen surface Screen center Lens center Measurement H Approximately 64.4 mm Lower edge of screen Model: M401H-W Screen size Throw distance L Height H Diagonal Width Height Wide Tele...
Projector dimensions and ceiling mount installation To prevent the projector from falling, install it on the ceiling in a way with sufficient strength to withstand the combined weight of the projector and the ceiling mount unit for an extended period of time. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please ensure the screws used to attach a mount to the projector meet the following specifications: •...
RS232 Commands and Protocol Function List RS232 Pin Assignments Signal Signal Function Data Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Ground (Signal) Data Set Ready Request to Send Clear to Send Ring Indicator Communication Protocol Communication Protocol Baud rate 38400 bps Data length 8 bits...
Ensure the “Mute” or “AV Mute” features are not turned on. Image is out of focus • Turn the focus ring clockwise or counterclockwise until the image is sharp and legible. (Please see page 11). • Make sure the projection screen is between the required distances from the projector.
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Other problems The projector stops responding to all controls • If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 20 seconds before reconnecting power. Remote control problems If the remote control does not work •...
Warning indicators When the warning indicators (see below) light up or flash, the projector will automatically shutdown: • “Light” LED indicator is lit red and if “Power” indicator flashes red. • “Temp” LED indicator is lit red and if “Power” indicator flashes red. This indicates the projector has overheated.
Maintenance Cleaning the Lens WARNING • Turn off the power, unplug the power plug from the socket for cleaning. If the unit turns on while cleaning the lens, the strong light from the lens could damage your eyes. It could also burn your fingers. •...
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