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  • Page 1: Operation Manual

    DATA PROJECTOR MODEL PG-F150X OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporat- ing 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.
  • Page 3 Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully. Introduction ENGLISH IMPORTANT • For your assistance in reporting the loss Model No.: or theft of your Projector, please record the Model and Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this Serial No.: information.

  • Page 4: Product Disposal

    United States of America, the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org. Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 50. This SHARP projector uses a DLP ® chip. This very sophisticated panel contains 786,432 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 5: How To Read This Operation Manual

    How to Read this Operation Manual ■ The specifications are slightly different, depending on the model. However, you can connect and operate all models in the same manner. • • • • • In this operation manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation, and may differ slightly from the actual display.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preparing Introduction Setup How to Read this Operation Manual ..3 Setting up the Projector ...... 18 Contents ..........4 Setting up the Projector ....... 18 Standard Setup (Front Projection) ..18 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....6 Ceiling-mount Setup ......18 Accessories ........
  • Page 7 Resetting the Lamp Timer ....52 Connecting Pin Assignments ..... 53 RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings ......55 Computer Compatibility Chart .... 60 Troubleshooting ........61 For SHARP Assistance ...... 62 Specifications ........63 Dimensions ......... 64 Index ........... 65...

  • Page 8: 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 9 15. Overloading 19. Replacement Parts Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or When replacement parts are required, be sure integral convenience receptacles as this can the service technician has used replacement result in a risk of fire or electric shock. parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
  • Page 10 Rest your eyes occasionally. Internal cleaning should only be performed ■ Continuously watching the screen for long by a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or hours will cause eye strain. Take regular Service Center. breaks to rest your eyes.
  • Page 11 Caution regarding usage of the projector Using the projector in other countries ■ If you are not to use the projector for a long ■ The power supply voltage and the shape of time or before moving the projector, make the plug may vary depending on the region certain you unplug the power cord from the or country you are using the projector in.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    ■ Lamp unit AN-XR30LP ■ Ceiling-mount bracket AN-60KT ■ Extension tube AN-TK201 AN-TK202 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.

  • Page 13: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained. Projector Top View Power Lamp indicator 25, 48 25, 48 indicator Temperature warning indicator STANDBY/ON ECO+QUIET button button For lowering the noise For turning the of the cooling fan and power on and...

  • Page 14: 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 Terminals AUDIO 1 input terminal S-VIDEO input terminal Terminal for connecting video equipment with an DVI-D input terminal S-video terminal.
  • Page 15 STANDBY button ON button For putting the For turning the projector into the power on. standby mode. FREEZE button COMPUTER, DVI, For freezing images. S-VIDEO, VIDEO buttons AV MUTE button For switching to the For temporarily respective input displaying a black modes.

  • Page 16: Inserting The Batteries

    Part Names and Functions (Continued) Inserting the Batteries Pull down the tab on the cover and remove the cover towards the direction of the arrow. Insert the batteries. • Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the m and n marks inside the battery compartment. Insert the lower tab of the cover into the opening, and lower the cover until it clicks in place.

  • Page 17: Usable Range

    Usable Range Remote control sensor The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration. Note • The signal from the remote control can be re- flected off a screen for easy operation. How- ever, the effective distance of the signal may 30°...

  • Page 18: Quick Start

    Quick Start This section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the computer). For details, see the page described below for each step. Setup and Projection In this section, connection of the projector and the computer is explained using one example. STANDBY/ON STANDBY button button...
  • Page 19 4. Adjust the projected image with the Setup Guide After the projector turns on, the Setup Guide appears. (When “Setup Guide” is set to “On”. See page 42.) Follow the steps in the Setup Guide and adjust the focus, picture size, and height (angle). After adjusting the focus, height (angle) and picture size, press ENTER to finish the Setup Guide.

  • Page 20: Setting Up The Projector

    • Refer to page 20 for additional information concerning “Screen Size and Projection Distance”. Ceiling-mount Setup ■ It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount bracket for this installa- tion. Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector...

  • Page 21: 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 “SCR-ADJ” menu. See page 42.) ■...

  • Page 22: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Setting up the Projector (Continued) Screen Size and Projection Distance NORMAL Mode (4:3) Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image [H] Diag. [ χ ] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] 300 (762 cm) 610 cm (240 ) 457 cm (180 )

  • Page 23: Connecting The Projector To Other Equipment

    • 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 24 Connecting the Projector to Other Equipment (Continued) Terminal on Terminal on the Equipment Cable connected equipment projector HDMI to DVI cable Video equipment HDMI output (commercially available) terminal DVI-D DVI Digital cable (commercially available) DVI digital output terminal 3 RCA to mini D-sub 15 pin cable Component COMPUTER/ video...
  • Page 25 Audio equipment ø3.5 mm ø3.5 mm stereo or mono audio cable AUDIO 1 audio output (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA038WJPZ) terminal RCA audio cable (commercially available) RCA audio output terminal AUDIO 2 Cables for a camera or a video game...

  • Page 26: Computer

    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. See page 55 for details.

  • Page 27: Turning The Projector On/Off

    Turning the Projector On/Off Info • When “Auto Restart” is set to “On”: Turning the Projector on If the power cord is unplugged from the outlet or the breaker switch is turned off when the Note that the connections to external equip- projector is on, then the projector automatically turns on when the power cord is plugged into ment and power outlet should be done be-...

  • Page 28: Image Projection

    Image Projection Setup Guide screen 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.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Height

    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. HEIGHT Lift the projector to adjust its ADJUST lever...

  • Page 30: Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion

    Image Projection (Continued) Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) 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.

  • Page 31: Switching The Input Mode

    COMPUTER, DVI, Switching the Input Mode S-VIDEO, VIDEO buttons Select the appropriate input mode for the connected equipment. AV MUTE button Press COMPUTER, DVI, S-VIDEO or VIDEO on the remote control to select VOL +/– (Volume) the input mode. buttons •...

  • Page 32: Resize Mode

    Image Projection (Continued) Resize Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image. De- pending on the input signal, you can choose “NORMAL”, “BORDER” or “STRETCH” image. Press RESIZE. • See page 41 for setting on menu screen. RESIZE button Computer Main resolution...
  • Page 33 VIDEO • “STRETCH” is fixed when 540P, 720P, 1035I or 1080I signals are entered. Input Signal Output screen image DVD / Video Image type NORMAL STRETCH BORDER 4:3 aspect ratio Letter box 480I, 480P, 576I, 576P, NTSC, PAL, SECAM Squeezed 16:9 image Squeezed 4:3 image 16:9 aspect ratio 540P, 720P, 1035I,...

  • Page 34: Operating With The Remote Control

    Operating with the Remote Control Displaying the Pointer BREAK TIMER button Press POINTER and press P/R/ O/Q on the remote control to move POINTER button the pointer. SPOT button Press POINTER again. • The pointer will disappear. Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) Using the Spot Function ECO+QUIET button Press SPOT and press P/R/O/Q...

  • Page 35: Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment)

    Selecting the Picture Mode You can select the appropriate picture FREEZE button mode for the projected image, such as movie or video game. Press PICTURE MODE. • When pressing PICTURE MODE, the picture mode changes in the following order: STANDARD PRESENTATION MOVIE GAME...

  • Page 36: Using The Remote Control As The Wireless Computer Mouse

    Remote receiver To USB terminal (optional, AN-MR2) To USB terminal USB cable (commercially available or available as Sharp service part QCNWGA014WJPZ) PAGE UP/ The mouse pointer can be oper- PAGE DOWN buttons ated in the following way after it MOUSE/Adjustment is connected.

  • Page 37: Menu Items

    Bright Blue CLR Temp Blue Bright Boost Color Lamp Setting Bright Reset Tint *2*3 Sharp Page 40 SEL./ADJ. ENTER CLR Temp COMPUTER (Component), Page 40 DVI (Component), S-VIDEO, VIDEO input Bright Boost [0/1/2] Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ...
  • Page 38 Menu Items (Continued) “Projector adjustment (PRJ-ADJ)” menu Main menu Sub menu Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help PRJ - ADJ Auto Power Off [On/Off] Auto Power Off Page 43 Page 43 Auto Restart STANDBY Mode Standard Auto Restart [On/Off] System Sound Page 43 Speaker...

  • Page 39: Using The Menu Screen

    Using the Menu Screen ENTER button Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) MENU/HELP button ENTER button Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) RETURN button • Press RETURN to return to the previous screen when the menu is displayed. MENU/HELP button Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “Bright”. •...
  • Page 40 Using the Menu Screen (Continued) Press P or R and select “Bright” Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help to adjust. Picture Mode Standard • The selected item is highlighted. Contrast Bright Blue CLR Temp Bright Boost Lamp Setting Bright Reset SEL./ADJ.

  • Page 41: Picture Adjustment ("Picture" Menu)

    PRJ - ADJ Help Picture Mode Standard Picture Mode Standard Contrast Contrast Bright Bright Color Blue Tint CLR Temp Sharp Bright Boost CLR Temp Lamp Setting Bright Bright Boost Reset Progressive 3D Progressive Lamp Setting Bright Reset SEL./ADJ. ENTER SEL./ADJ.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Image

    Tint* For making skin For making skin tones purplish. tones greenish. * The film source is a digital video recording with the Sharp* For less For more original encoded as is at 24 frames/second. The sharpness. sharpness. projector can convert this film source to progres-...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Projected Image ("Scr - Adj" Menu)

    Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR - ADJ” Menu) Menu operation n Page 37 Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Resize Border Image Shift Keystone OSD Display Background Logo Setup Guide PRJ Mode Front Language English SEL./ADJ. ENTER 3 Keystone Correction 1 Setting the Resize Mode When the image is projected either from the top or from the bottom towards the screen at an...

  • Page 44: Setting The On-Screen Display

    See page 19 for details of Projection (PRJ) Mode. 5 Selecting the Background 8 Selecting the On-screen Image Display Language Selectable items Description The projector can switch the on-screen display language among 15 languages. Logo Sharp logo screen Blue Blue screen English None — Deutsch Español Nederlands Français...

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Projector Function ("Prj - Adj" Menu)

    Adjusting the Projector Function (“PRJ - ADJ” Menu) Menu operation n Page 37 Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help 3 STANDBY Mode Auto Power Off Auto Restart When set to “Eco”, power consumption is STANDBY Mode Standard reduced in standby mode. System Sound Speaker Selectable...

  • Page 46: Selecting The Transmission Speed (Rs-232C)

    9600bps Transmission speed is slow. Info • If you lose or forget your keycode, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector 115200bps Transmission speed is rapid. Dealer or Service Center. Even if the product warranty is valid, the keycode reset will incur a charge.

  • Page 47: Keylock Function

    Keylock Function Press the 4 buttons on the remote control or on the projector to en- Locking the Operation ter the new keycode in “New Code”. Buttons on the Projector Use this function to lock the operation buttons Note on the projector. •...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting With The "Help" Menu

    Troubleshooting with the “Help” Menu This function advises you to solve the problems during usage. Utilizing the “Help” Menu Functions ENTER button Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) Example: When image flickering appears Operation to solve image flickering when pro- MENU/HELP jecting the computer RGB signal. button Press MENU/HELP.

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the projector Cleaning the lens ■ Ensure that you have unplugged the power ■ Use a commercially available blower or lens cord before cleaning the projector. cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses) ■ The cabinet as well as the operation panel is for cleaning the lens.

  • Page 50: Maintenance Indicators

    Maintenance Indicators ■ The warning lights (power indicator, lamp indicator and temperature warning indicator) on the projector indicate problems inside the projector. ■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate red, and the projector will enter standby mode. After the projector has entered standby mode, follow the procedures given below.
  • Page 51 (See page 8.) indicator high. • Cooling fan • Take the projector to your breakdown nearest Sharp Authorized • Internal circuit Projector Dealer or Service failure Center for repair. • Clogged air intake Lamp The lamp does •...

  • 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 Warning! Lamp unit Optional • Do not remove the lamp unit from the projec- AN-XR30LP accessory tor right after use. The lamp and parts around the lamp will be very hot and may cause burns or injury.

  • Page 54: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    Regarding the Lamp (Continued) Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit and pull it in the direction of the arrow. At this time, keep the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it.

  • 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 COMPONENT Input/Output Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Video input (red) PR (CR) Video input (green/sync on green) Video input (blue) PB (CB) Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected...
  • Page 56 Connecting Pin Assignments (Continued) RS-232C Terminal: D-sub 9 pin male connector of the DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor Pin No. Signal Name Reference Not connected Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit Not connected Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit Not connected Request to Send...

  • Page 57: Rs-232C Specifications And Command Settings

    RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings Computer control A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, sold separately) to the projector. (See page 24 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.
  • Page 58 RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings (Continued) Commands Example: When turning on the projector, make the following setting. Computer Projector → ← RETURN CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER Standby mode Power ON (or 30-second startup time) Power OK or ERR OK or ERR Status Projector Condition 0: Normal...
  • Page 59 -30 – +30 OK or ERR Color -30 – +30 OK or ERR Tint -30 – +30 OK or ERR Sharp -30 – +30 OK or ERR CLR Temp -2 – +2 OK or ERR Bright Boost 0 – +2...
  • Page 60 -30 – +30 OK or ERR Color -30 – +30 OK or ERR Tint -30 – +30 OK or ERR Sharp -30 – +30 OK or ERR CLR Temp -2 – +2 OK or ERR Bright Boost 0 – +2...
  • Page 61 RETURN CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER Standby mode Power ON (or 30-second startup time) Auto Power Off OK or ERR OK or ERR Auto Restart OK or ERR OK or ERR STANDBY Mode Standard OK or ERR OK or ERR PRJ Mode Reverse OK or ERR OK or ERR...

  • Page 62: Computer Compatibility Chart

    Computer Compatibility Chart Computer • Multiple signal support Pixel Clock: 12-108 MHz Horizontal Frequency: 15-70 kHz, Sync signal: Compatible with TTL level Vertical Frequency: 45-85 Hz, • Compatible with sync on green signal The following is a list of modes that conform to VESA. However, this projector supports other signals that are not VESA standards.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Check Page • 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 are incorrectly connected to the projector. 21–24 •...

  • Page 64: For Sharp Assistance

    If this should happen, unplug the Unit and plug it in again after more than 5 minutes. For SHARP Assistance For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies or customer assistance.

  • Page 65: Specifications

    Weight (approx.) 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg) 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. There may be some deviations from...

  • Page 66: Dimensions

    Dimensions Units: inches (mm) (75) (60) (270) (10) (10) (36) (75)

  • Page 67: Index

    Exhaust vent ............11, 47 Screen Size and Projection Distance ..... 20 Fan Mode ..............44 Setup Guide ............26, 42 Fine Sync ..............46 Sharp ............... 40 Focus ring ..............26 Speaker ..............43 FREEZE button ............33 SPOT button ............32 Front adjustment foot ..........
  • Page 68 Printed in China TINS-D271WJZZ 07P07-CH-NM...

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