Canon projector REALiS SX6 User Manual

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SETTING UP THE PROJECTOR
Determining the Installation Position
Placing in Front of the Screen
Place the projector perpendicular to the screen
as far as possible.
Placing on a Level Place
Place the projector on a level place as far as pos-
sible.
zA slight error in the projection angle can be
corrected using the [KEYSTONE] button
(P50).
zA slight tilt can be corrected using the rear
adjustable foot. (P41)
zMake sure that the installation position is
free from any obstacle that may block the
exhaust vent (fan) on the right side of the
projector and the air intake vent on the bot-
tom of the projector.
zThe screen must not be exposed to direct
sunlight or light from lighting equipment. In a
bright room, it is recommended to limit
ambient lighting in order to improve the
image quality.
Screen
Optical axis
Ceiling Mounting or Rear Projection
You can mount the projector on the ceiling (Ceiling mounted) with it turned up side
down or place it behind the screen (Rear) if you use a translucent screen.
If you mount the projector on the ceiling, you have to invert the projected image (P95).
Ceiling Mounting Rear Projection 
						

							Table of contents/Safety Instructions
Before Use
Setting Up the Projector
Projecting an Image from the Computer
Projecting an Image from AV Equipment
Useful Functions Available During a Presentation
Setting Up Functions from Menus
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Index
PROJECTING AN 
IMAGE FROM 
THE COMPUTER 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
Projecting an Image from the Computer
Connecting the Projector to the Computer
Connect the projector to the computer.
Connecting to Video Terminals
Supplied computer connection cable
To monitor output terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)
Input Terminal-1
(ANALOG IN-1)Supplied computer 
connection cable
Input Signal: Select [ANALOG PC-1] (P46)Computer
Projector
VGA cable
To monitor output terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)
Input Terminal-2
(ANALOG IN-2)Commercial VGA cable
Input Signal: Select [ANALOG PC-2] (P48)Computer
Projector
zTo ensure projection of high-resolution high-quality images, it is recommended to use high-
performance cables.
zAn adapter may be required depending on the shape of the connector on the computer.
For more detailed information, refer to your computers instruction manual. 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
zBefore connecting cables, turn off both the projector and computer.
zIt may project an image inappropriately when projecting the digital PC signal in 1280 x 1024
or 1400 x 1050 depending on the type of computer or DVI cable (SX7/SX6/SX60).
zThe USB terminal is used to use the remote control as the computer mouse. An image can-
not be projected simply by connecting the USB cable.
DVI cable
Computer
Projector
To monitor output terminal
(DVI terminal)
Input Terminal-1
(DIGITAL IN)Optional DVI digital cable
[LV-CA29]
Input Signal: Select [DIGITAL PC] or 
[ANALOG PC-1] (P46)
5-BNC cable
Computer
Projector
To monitor output terminal
(5-BNC output terminal)
Input Terminal-2
(ANALOG IN-2)Commercial 5-BNC 
cable (for 5-BNC/
mini D-Sub 15-pin)
Input Signal: Select [ANALOG PC-2] (P48)
Extension cable
Commercial 5-BNC 
extension cable 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
Connecting to an External Monitor
You can display an image from the projec-
tor to an external monitor.
Connecting to AUDIO IN Termi-
nals (SX7/X700)
Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO IN ter-
minal corresponding to the input image sig-
nal if you want to use the projectors speaker.
zYou can connect one external monitor.
The multi-monitor display is not sup-
ported.
zThe projected image is displayed on
the external monitor.
zYou cannot output the input signal to
the external monitor if it is DIGITAL
PC.
VGA cable
To monitor output terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)
Image input terminal
(mini D-sub 15-pin terminal)Commercial VGA cable
External monitor
Projector
zThe speaker outputs the audio signal
corresponding to the selected image
signal.
zUse an audio cable without a built-in
resistor. Using an audio cable with a
built-in resistor turns down the sound.
zConnect the audio cable between the
AUDIO OUT terminal and an external
audio-visual equipment if you want to
output the audio signal to the audio-
visual equipment (P66).
zThe built-in speaker is monaural.
Audio cable
AUDIO OUT terminal
AUDIO IN terminalCommercial Audio cable
Computer
Projector
SX7/X700
You can input an audio signal 
corresponding to 3 image 
input systems.
Connect to the AUDIO IN ter-
minal corresponding to the 
type of the input image signal.
for DEGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-1
for ANALOG IN-2 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
Connecting to AUDIO IN Termi-
nals (SX6/SX60)
Connect the audio cable to the AUDIO IN
terminal if you want to use the projectors
speaker.
zUse an audio cable without a built-in
resistor. Using an audio cable with a
built-in resistor turns down the sound.
zThe built-in speaker is monaural.
zThe speaker plays the sound from the
equipment which the audio cable is
connected to regardless of the image
input signal.
Audio cable
AUDIO OUT terminal
AUDIO IN terminalCommercial Audio cable
Computer
Projector
SX6/SX60 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
Starting Projection
Connect the power cord and turn on the projector to start the projection.
1Connect the power cord.
Fully insert the power cord plug into the socket.
The [POWER] indicator flashes red.
2Press the [POWER] button.
The [POWER] indicator flushes green, and
then lights in green.
zOnce the projector is turned off, it cannot be turned on for a while. Wait until the lamp is
cooled down and the [POWER] indicator lights in red.
Caution
Connect the Ground Terminal
Connect the ground terminal on the power plug to ground. Otherwise, the operating
computer may suffer electromagnetic radiation problems and poor reception by TV and
radio.
Unplug the Power Cord When the Projector is Not in Use
The projector constantly consumes approximately 7W power even when it is turned off.
To ensure safety, malfunction prevention, and power saving, remove the power plug
from the AC outlet when the projector is not used for an extended period of time. 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
The countdown window is displayed for approximately 20 seconds, and then the guid-
ing message for the auto setup function appears.
Adjust the focus by performing the auto setup or the focus adjustment if you cannot
read the message due to out of focus. (P44, 49)
The LED illumination lamp blinks blue until the projection is started.
To project an image immediately, press the [OK] button.
zEnter a password if the Password input screen appears (P112, 113).
zYou can turn on the projector by connecting the power cord without pressing the [POWER]
button (direct power on) (P108).
zYou can display a specified Logo on the countdown screen (P98).
zYou can specify whether to enable or disable the LED illumination lamp (P111).
zYou can skip the countdown window (P98).
Selecting a Language
A window appears when the projector is turned on for the first time. You can select a
language to be used by the projector for displaying menus and so on in the window.
Select your language as shown below.
Select a language with the POINTER buttons and press the [OK] button.
zAdjust the focus by performing the focus adjustment if it is out of focus (P49).
zYou can change the language from the menu at a later time (P109).
An item highlighted in orange will be selected. 
						

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PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER
Adjusting the Image
Adjusting the Image Size (ZOOM).
Adjust the image size in accordance with the screen.
1Press the [ZOOM] button.
The Zoom adjustment window appears.
2Adjust the image size.
3Press the [OK] button.
zChange the projector installation position if your desired image size is too large or too small
to adjust with the zoom function (P30).
Zoom in:
Press [ ] for rough adjustment.
Press [>] for fine adjustment.
Zoom out:
Press [ ] for rough adjustment.
Press [