Sharp Projector Dt 500 User Manual

							
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Accessories
Remote control
RRMCGA444WJSB Two R-03 batteries
 (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar)
• Operation manual
Optional accessories

 Lamp unit

 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (10 ' (3.0 m))AN-100LP
AN-C3CP2
Supplied accessories
• Some of the optional accessories may not be available depending on the r\
egion. Please check with
your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer.
Note
Lens cap (attached)CCAPHA024WJSA
Power cord
for U.S. and
Canada, etc. (6 ' (1.8 m))
QACCDA007WJPZ
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Top View
STANDBY/ON
button
For turning the
power on and
putting the
projector into
standby mode.Lamp indicator
Temperature warning
indicator
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
For selecting menu items. ENTER button
For setting
items selected
or adjusted on
the menu.MENU button
For displaying
adjustment and
setting screens.
Front View
Focus ring
For adjusting
the focus.INPUT buttons (P/R)
For switching input mode
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.
Remote control
sensor (front) HEIGHT
ADJUST
lever
Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic
is explained.
Part Names and Functions
Projector
RESIZE button
For switching
the screen
size.
Intake vent Powe r
indicator
Zoom ring
For enlarging/
reducing the picture.
Push both sides of the lens cap
to attach or remove.
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Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic
is explained.
Rear View
Part Names and Functions (Continued)
Remote control
sensor (rear)
Rear adjustment
footKensington
Security Standard
connector AC socket
Connect the
supplied Power cord. Intake ventExhaust vent51
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Terminals
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Terminal Description
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INPUT 3 terminal
Connecting video equipment with S-video output terminal (VCR, DVD
player, etc.).
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INPUT 4 terminal
Connecting video equipment without S-video output terminal.24

Connecting the computer.
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INPUT 5 terminal

Connecting video equipment with component output terminal
(DVD player, DTV decoder, DVD recorder with hard disc, etc.).
RS-232C terminal
Serviceman only
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INPUT 6 terminal
Connecting video equipment with HDMI output terminal.
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INPUT 1, 2 terminal
Connecting video equipment with component output terminal (DVD
player, DTV decoder, DVD recorder with hard disc, etc.).
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Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic
is explained.
STANDBY button
For putting the
projector into the
standby mode.
KEYSTONE button
For entering the
Keystone Correction
mode.
RETURN button
For returning to the
previous menu screen
during menu operations.
RGB/COMP. button
For switching to the
respective input signal type.
PICTURE MODE button
For selecting the appropriate
picture. ON button
For turning the power on.
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
• For selecting menu items.
• For adjusting the Keystone
Correction when in the
Keystone Correction mode.
MENU button
For displaying adjustment
and setting screens.
ENTER button
For setting items selected
or adjusted on the menu.
RESIZE button
For switching the screen
size (STRETCH, SIDE
BAR, etc.).
FREEZE button
For freezing images.INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
buttons
For switching to the
respective input modes.
IRIS button
For switching “HIGH
BRIGHTNESS MODE” and
“HIGH CONTRAST MODE”. AUTO SYNC button
For automatically
adjusting images
when connected to a
computer.
Using the Kensington Lock on the projector
• 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.
Backlight button
For lighting all buttons on the
remote control.
IMAGE SHIFT buttons
For shifting the projected
image vertically.
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• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the m and n marks inside the battery
compartment.
• Batteries of different types have different properties, therefore do not mix batteries of different types.
• Do not mix new and old batteries.
This may shorten the life of new batteries or may cause old batteries to leak.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control once they have run out, as leaving them in can cause them
to leak.
Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin, therefore ensure that you first wipe them 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.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control if you will not be using the remote control for a long time.
• Comply with the rules (ordinance) of each local government when disposing of worn-out batteries.
Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode. Please
follow the precautions below.
Part Names and Functions (Continued)
Inserting the Batteries
Attach the cover and slide it until it clicks
into place. Insert the batteries.
• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities
correctly match the m and n marks inside the
battery compartment.
Press the P mark on the cover and slide it
in the direction of the arrow.1
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Caution
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Remote control sensor (rear)
Remote
control signal
transmitters
Remote control 23n (7 m)
30°30°
• The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy operation. However, the
effective distance of the signal may differ depending on the screen material.
When using the remote control
• Ensure that you do not drop, expose to moisture or high temperature.
• The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. In this case, move the projector
away from the fluorescent lamp.
Usable Range
The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration.
Note
Remote control sensor (front)
Remote
control signal
transmitters
Remote control23n (7 m)
30° 30°
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Quick Start
This section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the video equipment).
For details, see the page described below for each step.
Setup and Projection
In this section, connection of the projector and the video equipment is explained using one ex-
ample.
3. Remove the lens cap and turn the projector on 2. Connect the projector to the video equipment and plug the power
cord into the AC socket of the projector
On the
projectorOn the remote
controlKEYSTONE button INPUT buttonsSTANDBY/ON
button
HEIGHT
ADJUST lever Focus ringSTANDBY button
_PP. 22–28
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5 3
8
3
7 5 8
6
6ON button
INPUT 4 button
1. Place the projector facing a wall or a screen_P.  18
Zoom ring6
AC socketTo INPUT 4 terminalENTER button
7Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
7
Connect the audio output of
any video devices to an
appropriate audio device.
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Select the “INPUT 4” using the INPUT buttons on the projector or the INPUT 4 button on the
remote control.
5. Select the INPUT mode
• When pressing the INPUT buttons on the projector, input mode switches in the following
order: INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT5 INPUT6
• Pressing the INPUT buttons on the remote control also allows you to switch the input mode.On the
projectorOn the remote
controlOn-screen display
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INPUT 4
7. Correct trapezoidal distortion (GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT)_PP. 32–35
4. Turn the video equipment on and start playback
8. Turn the Power off
Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the STANDBY button on the remote control,
and then press the button again while the confirmation message is displayed, to put the projector
into standby mode.
• Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet after the cooling fan stops.On-screen Display
On the
projectorOn the remote
control
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6. Adjust the focus, image size, and projector angle_PP. 30, 31
1. Adjust the focus by
turning the focus ring.2. Adjust the projection
image size by turning
the zoom ring.3. Adjust the projector
angle using the HEIGHT
ADJUST lever.
Zoom ring
Focus ring
1. Press c KEYSTONE on the remote control.
2. Press P/R/O/Q on the remote control to set the upper-left position of the projected image.
3. Press i ENTER on the remote control to set the position.
4. Follow steps 2 and 3 to also set the upper-right, lower-right, and lower-left positions of the
projected image.
• When you confirm the lower left position, the screen adjustments will be set and setup will
end.
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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 Service Cen-
ter or Dealer to obtain the recommended ceil-
ing-mount bracket (sold separately).
• AN-XRCM30 ceiling-mount bracket (for
U.S.A.).
• AN-60KT ceiling-mount bracket, its AN-
TK201 and AN-TK202 extension tubes (for
countries other than the U.S.A.).

Invert the image by setting “Ceiling + Front”
in “PRJ Mode”. See page 49 for use of this
function.
Setting up the Projector
Setting up the Projector
For optimal image quality, position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector’s feet
flat and level. Doing so will eliminate the need for Keystone correction and provide the best image
quality.
Side View
Standard Setup (Front Projection)

Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according
to the desired picture size. (See page 20.)
Example of standard setup
Screen
Lens center
H
L
• Refer to page 20 for additional information concerning “Picture (Screen) Size and Projection Dis-
tance”.
Note
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300
200
100
80
60
261×147
174×9887×4970×39
52×29
299–345
(9.1 m – 10.5 m)1910–2211
(6.0 m 
– 7.0 m)911–116
(3.0 m – 3.5 m)711–92
(2.4 m – 2.8 m)511–611
(1.8 m – 2.1 m)
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 “Options2” menu.
See page 49.)

Table mounted, front projection
Ceiling mounted, front projection
Menu item  “Front”

Table mounted, rear projection
(with a translucent screen)Menu item  “Ceiling + Front”

Ceiling mounted, rear projection
(with a translucent screen)
Menu item  “Rear”Menu item  “Ceiling + Rear”
Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance
Picture (Screen) Size
Projection
Distance Refer to page 20 for additional information concerning “Picture (Screen) Size and Projection Distance”.
Example: When using a wide screen (16:9)
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