Sharp Projector Pg A10x User Manual

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Easy to Use Functions
 Password (Setting a Pass-
word)
A password must be set to activate the “Anti-Theft”
function (Page 48).
There is no factory preset for the password or the
“Anti-Theft” settings. In this way, anyone can freely
set a new password and “Anti-Theft” settings. It is
therefore recommended that even if you do not want
to use the “Anti-Theft” function, you at least set a
password to prevent others from setting the “Anti-
Theft” function.
A password can only be set by using the remote
control.
Select “Password” on the “Options” menu,
then press 
 and follow the procedure be-
low to enter the password.
1Press 
' '' '
' or 
" "" "
" to select the desired
number and then press 
| || |
|.
2Enter the 3 remaining digits and
press 
.
3Enter the password again in “Recon-
firm” and press 
.
Note
•When a password is set, you need to enter the
password to change the “Anti-Theft” setting.
If you want to change the password, follow
the procedure below.
1Press 
' '' '
', 
" "" "
" and 
| || |
| to enter the pass-
word in “Old Password” and press
.
2Press 
' '' '
', 
" "" "
" and 
| || |
| to set the new
password and press 
.
3Enter the new 4-digit password
again in “Reconfirm” and press
.
Note
•If you do not want to set a password, leave the
fields in steps 2 and 3 blank and press 
.
•To cancel the password settings, press 
.
If You Forget Your Pass-
word
If you forget the password, delete it using the fol-
lowing procedure and set a new password.
Press
Note
•You can only use the buttons on the projector
to delete the password.
•The password cannot be deleted using the
above described procedures while the “Anti-
Theft” function is set. If you forget your pass-
word while the “Anti-Theft” function is activated,
you will need to contact your nearest Sharp Au-
thorized Projector Dealer or Service Center (see
page 65).  You may need to bring your projector
to them to restore the projector to original fac-
tory condition (password and keycode reset).
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 Anti-Theft (Setting the Anti-
Theft)
The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use
of the projector. You can choose to use this func-
tion or not. If you do not want to use this function,
just do not enter the keycode. Once the anti-theft
function is activated, users will need to enter the
correct keycode each time the projector is turned
on. Failure to enter the correct keycode will cause
images to not be projected. The following proce-
dures explain how to use this function.
Select “Anti-Theft” on the “Options” menu,
then press 
 and follow the procedure be-
low to enter the keycode.
Note
•“Anti-Theft” cannot be selected unless
“Password” is set. (See page 47.)
•When “Anti-Theft” is selected, the password in-
put box will appear. Enter the keycode after the
right password is entered.
Info
•Once the function is activated, you must remem-
ber the correct keycode. We suggest you record
the keycode in a safe place where only authorized
users have access. If you lose or forget your
keycode, you will need to contact your nearest
Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Cen-
ter (see page 65).  You may need to bring your pro-
jector to them to restore the projector to original
factory condition (password and keycode reset).
Using the “Options” Menu
1Press any button you like on the re-
mote control or projector to set the
first digit in “New Code”.
Note
•The following buttons on the remote con-
trol and projector cannot be set as
keycodes:
•POWER ON/OFF buttons
•ENTER button
•UNDO button
•MENU button
•FORWARD button
•BACK button
2Enter the remaining 3 digits by
pressing any buttons you like.
3Enter the same keycode once more
in “Reconfirm”.
Info
When “Anti-Theft” is set, the keycode in-
putting box appears after the power is
turned on. When it appears, enter the right
keycode.
•Press the buttons on the remote control if the
buttons on the remote control are used for set-
ting the keycode. In the same manner, press
the buttons on the projector if the buttons on
the projector are used for setting the keycode.
Example:“Options” menu screen for
INPUT 2 (S-Video) mode
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Easy to Use Functions
If you want to change the keycode, follow
the procedure below.
Note
•When “Anti-Theft” is selected, the password in-
put box will appear. After the password has been
entered, you can change the keycode.
1Press the buttons on the remote
control or the projector to enter the
preset 4-digit keycode in “Old
Code”.
2Press any button you like on the re-
mote control or the projector to en-
ter the new keycode.
3Enter the same 4-digit keycode in
“Reconfirm”.
Note
•If you do not want to set a keycode, leave the
keycode field blank in steps 2 and 3 and press
.
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Reversing/Inverting Projected Images
You can reverse or invert the projected image for various applications using the “PRJ Mode”
menu. For operation of the menu screen, see pages 32 to 35.
Example:“PRJ Mode” menu screen for
INPUT 1 (RGB) mode
Setting the Projection
Mode
Display the “PRJ Mode” menu and select the
desired projection mode.
Description of Projection Modes
Note
•This function is used for the reversed image and
ceiling-mount setups. See page 25 for these set-
ups.
Selectable settings
 Front
 Ceiling+Front
 Rear
 Ceiling+RearDescription
Normal image
Inverted image
Reversed image
Reversed and inverted image
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Appendix
Carrying the Projector
How to Use the
Carrying Case
When carrying the projector, attach the lens cap
to the lens, and place it in the supplied carrying
case.
1Open the cover of the carrying
case.
2Remove the inner padding from
the carrying case, and fold it in
the direction of the arrows.
3Reinsert the inner padding into
the carrying case.
Info
•Be sure to insert the inner padding to
protect the lens and the projector.
4Place the projector and the ac-
cessories in the carrying case.
Info
•Be sure to attach the lens cap to pro-
tect the lens.
•Be sure the projector has cooled
down sufficiently before placing it in
the case.
Info
•This carrying case is only for storing and
carrying the projector.
•Sending the projector in the carrying case
as a parcel may cause damage to the pro-
jector. If you send the projector in the car-
rying case as a parcel, be sure to place it
in a sturdy case and with enough shock
absorbing material to avoid any damage.
•Do not expose the carrying case or projec-
tor to direct sunlight, near heat sources, or
leave them in a car. The carrying case or
projector may change color or become de-
formed.
Adjust the
shoulder
strap.
Lens cap
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Cleaning
Paper
WaxThinner
Cleaning the lens

Use a commercially available blower or lens
cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)
for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid type
cleaning agents, as they may wear off the coat-
ing film on the surface of the lens.

As the surface of the lens can easily get dam-
aged, be sure not to scrape or hit the lens.
Cleaning the exhaust and intake vents

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the
exhaust vent and the intake vent.
Maintenance
Cleaning the projector

Be sure to unplug the power cord before clean-
ing the projector.

The cabinet as well as the operation panel is made
of plastic. Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these
can damage the finish on the cabinet.

Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides
on the projector.
Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the pro-
jector for a long time.
    The effects of some of the agents in the plastic
may cause damage to the quality or finish of the
projector.

Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth.

When the dirt is hard to remove, soak a cloth in a
mild detergent diluted with water, wring the cloth
well and then wipe the projector.
Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, warp or
damage the coating on the projector.
Make sure to test on a small, inconspicuous area
on the projector before use.
Mild detergent
diluted with water
Mild detergent
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Appendix
1
2
3
Replacing the Air Filter
Ta b • This projector is equipped with air fil-
ters to ensure the optimal operating
condition of the projector.
• The air filters should be cleaned every
100 hours of use. Clean the filters more
often when the projector is used in a
dusty or smoky location.
• Ask your nearest Sharp Authorized Pro-
jector Dealer or Service Center to ex-
change the filter (PFILDA008WJZZ)
when it is no longer possible to clean.
Cleaning and Replacing
the Air Filter
1Turn off the power and discon-
nect the power cord.
•Press  on the projector or 
on the remote control. Wait until the cool-
ing fan stops.
2Remove the filter/lamp unit
cover.
•Turn the projector over. Loosen the user
service screw (1) that secures the fil-
ter/lamp unit cover. Pressing the tab
(2), remove the filter/lamp unit cover
(3).
3Remove the air filter.
•Pick the air filter up with your fingers and
lift it out of the filter/lamp unit cover.
Power OFF buttonAir filter
(not removable)
Power
OFF
button
User service screw Air filter
Air filter
(not removable) " "" "
" Bottom view
" "" "
" Rear view
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4Clean the air filter.
•Clean the dust off the air filter and cover
with a vacuum cleaner extension hose.
5Replace the air filter.
•Place the air filter underneath the tabs
on the filter/lamp unit cover.
6Replace the filter/lamp unit
cover.
•Align the tab on the filter/lamp unit  cover
(1) and place it while pressing the tab
(2) to close it. Then tighten the user
service screw (3) to secure the filter/
lamp unit cover.
Note
•Be sure the filter/lamp unit  cover is securely
installed. The power will not turn on unless
it is correctly installed.
•If dust or dirt has collected inside the rear
and bottom air filters (not removable), clean
the filter with a vacuum cleaner extension
hose.
1
2
Ta b
3
User service screw
Replacing the Air Filter
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Appendix
Maintenance Indicators

The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector.

If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp replacement indicator will
illuminate red, and the power will turn off. After the power has been turned off, follow the proce-
dures given below.
Temperature warning indicator Lamp replacement indicator Power indicator
About the temperature warning indicator
If the temperature inside the pro-
jector increases, due to blockage
of the air vents, or the setting lo-
cation, “
” will illuminate in
the lower left corner of the picture.
If the temperature keeps on rising,
the lamp will turn off and the tem-
perature warning indicator will
blink, the cooling fan will run for a
further 90 seconds, and then the
power will be shut off. After
“
” appears, be sure to per-
form the following measures.
About the lamp
replacement indicator

The lamp life becomes 0%, when used
for approximately 4,500 hours with “Eco
Mode” or when used for approximately
3,000 hours with “Standard Mode” (see
page 45).

When the remaining lamp life becomes
5% or less, “
” (yellow) will be displayed
on the screen. When the percentage be-
comes 0%, “
” will change to “” (red),
the lamp will automatically turn off and
then the projector as well. At this time,
the lamp replacement indicator will illu-
minate in red.

If you try to turn on the projector a fourth
time without replacing the lamp, the pro-
jector will not turn on.
Maintenance indicator
Condition Problem Possible Solution
Temperature
warning
indicatorNormalAbnormal
OffRed on/
Power offThe internal
temperature is
abnormally high. Abnormal
• Blocked air intake•Relocate the projector to an area
with proper ventilation.
•Cooling fan break-
down
•Internal circuit failure
•Clogged air intake•Take the projector to your nearest
Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer
or Service Center (see page 65)
for repair.
Lamp
replacement
indicator
Red on/
Power offThe lamp does
not illuminate.•Burnt-out lamp
•Lamp circuit failure•Carefully replace the lamp. (See
page 58)
•Take the projector to your nearest
Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer
or Service Center (see page 65)
for repair.
•Please exercise care when
replacing the lamp.
Green on
Green
blinks
when the
lamp is
active.Red onTime to change
the lamp•Remaining lamp life
becomes 5% or less.
Power
indicatorThe power
indicator blinks
in red when the
projector is on.•The filter/lamp unit
cover is open.•Securely install the cover.
•If the power indicator blinks even
when the filter/lamp unit cover is
securely installed, contact your
nearest Sharp Authorized Projec-
tor Dealer or Service Center for
advice. Green on/
Red onRed blinks
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Info
•If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the power turns off, follow the above possible solutions
and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plugging in the power cord and turning
the power back on. (At least 5 minutes.)
•If the power is turned off and then turned on again, as during a brief test, the lamp replacement indicator may
be triggered, preventing the power from going on. Should this occur, disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet and plug it back in again.
•If you want to clean the air vents during projector operation, be sure to first press 
 on the projector or
 on the remote control and after the power has turned off and the cooling fan has stopped, then clean the
vents.
•Do not unplug the power cord after the power has been turned off and while the cooling fan is running. The
cooling fan runs for about 90 seconds.
Maintenance Indicators
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