Canon Sx6, Sx60, X600 Multimedia Projector Users Manual

							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
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] (P43)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] (P45)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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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] (P43)
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] (P45)
Extension cable
Commercial 5-BNC 
extension cable
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 (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.
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Connecting to an External Monitor
You can display an image from the projec-
tor to an external monitor.
Connecting to Audio Terminals
Connect an audio cable between the pro-
jector and computer 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
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
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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.
The countdown window is displayed for
approximately 20 seconds, and then the
guiding message for the auto setup function
appears.
The LED illumination lamp blinks blue until the projection is started.
To project an image immediately, press the [OK] button.
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.
zEnter a password if the Password input screen appears (P101, 102).
zYou can turn on the projector by connecting the power cord without pressing the [POWER]
button (direct power on) (P97).
zYou can display a specified Logo on the countdown screen (P88).
zYou can specify whether to enable or disable the LED illumination lamp (P100).
zYou can skip the countdown window (P88).
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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.
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.
zFocus the projected image before selecting the language if it is out of focus (P46).
zYou can change the language from the menu at a later time (P98).
An item highlighted in orange will be selected.
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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 (P28).
Zoom in:
Press [ ] for rough adjustment.
Press [>] for fine adjustment.
Zoom out:
Press [ ] for rough adjustment.
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Adjusting the Projection Angle
You can adjust the projection angle with the adjustable foot.
1Lift the front side of the projector and push the
adjusting foot lock button.
The adjustable foot extends.
2Adjust the projection angle while pushing the
adjustable foot lock button, and then release
the lock button.
The adjustable feet is fixed.
zWith the adjustable foot, the projection angle
can be adjusted up to 10 degrees.
zIf the projector is tilting in the lateral direction,
use the rear adjustable feet on both sides to
adjust its angle. You can adjust up to 10mm
with one foot.
If Keystone Distortion is Too Large
Extending the adjustable foot too far causes keystone distortion. If the distortion is too
large, adjust the height of the projector with a pedestal.
The keystone distortion can be corrected with the Auto keystone function or by pressing
the [KEYSTONE] button. (P41, 47, 60)
Keystone Distortion
Pedestal
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Preparing the Computer
Determining the Output Resolution of the Computer
To make the most of the display performance of this projector, set output signal resolution
of the computer to an optimum value.
Windows XP
1. Right-click on the desktop background
and select [Properties] to open the
[Display Properties].
2. Select the [Settings] tab and move the
slider to select 1400 x 1050 pixels
(1024 x 768 pixels for X600). If this
resolution is not available, select the
highest resolution under 1400 x 1050
pixels. (under 1024 x 768 pixels for X600)
3. Click the [OK] button.Macintosh OSX
1. Open the Apple Menu and select
[System Environment Setting].
2. In the System Environment Setting
window, click the [Displays] icon to
display the Display window.
3. Select the [Display] tab and select
1400 x 1050 (1024 x 768 for X600)
from the [Resolution] list.
If this setting is not available, select the
highest resolution under 1400 x 1050.
(1024 x 768 pixels or less for X600)
4. Close the windows.
For SX6/SX60
zIf the display resolution of the computer is set to SXGA (1280 by 1024 dots) or WXGA (1280
by 768 dots), it is recommended to select [True size] as the screen mode (P78).
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Projecting the Image from the Notebook Computer
Most of notebook computers require to turn on the external monitor output to project an
image from the projector. To turn on the external monitor output, press the [LCD] or [VGA]
function key ([F1] to [F10]) or a key with an icon for the external monitor while pressing the
[Fn] key on the keyboard.
The following table lists the key combinations for each personal computer manufacturer.
DELL [Fn]+[F8] MITSUBISHI [Fn]+[F5]
EPSON [Fn]+[F8] NEC [Fn]+[F3]
FUJITSU [Fn]+[F10] Panasonic [Fn]+[F3]
GATEWAY [Fn]+[F3] SHARP [Fn]+[F5]
HITACHI [Fn]+[F7] SONY [Fn]+[F7]
HP [Fn]+[F4] SOTEC [Fn]+[F3]
IBM [Fn]+[F7] TOSHIBA [Fn]+[F5]
zFor the key combination for the computer series not listed in the above table, refer to the
Users Manual that came with the computer.
While holding   keyPress a key such as   or 
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