Sharp Projector Pg A20x User Manual

Connections and Setup
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“Plug and Play” function (when connecting to a 15-pin terminal)

This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B. The projector and a VESA DDC
compatible computer will communicate their setting requirements, allowing for quick and easy setup.

Before using the “Plug and Play” function, be sure to turn on the projector first and the connected
computer last.
Note
•The DDC “Plug and Play” function of this projector operates only when used in conjunction with a VESA
DDC...

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Connecting to Video Equipment
Connecting the Projector to Other Devices
Connecting to Video
Equipment Using an
S-video, a Composite
Video or an Audio Cable
Using an S-video, video, or audio cable, a VCR,
laser disc player or other audio-visual equipment
can be connected to INPUT 2, INPUT 3 and AU-
DIO input terminals.
1Connect the projector to the
video equipment using an S-
video cable or a composite video
cable (both commercially avail-
able).
2Connect the projector to the
video equipment using a...

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Optional
cable3RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable
AN-C3CP
(910 (3.0 m))
To analog component output terminal
To audio output terminal
DVD player or
DTV* decoder
Connecting to
Component Video Equip-
ment
Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable when con-
necting to the INPUT 1 terminal, component
video equipment such as DVD players and DTV
*
decoders.
*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the
new digital television system in the United
States.
1Connect the projector to the
video equipment...

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Connecting to a
Computer Using a DIN-D-
sub RS-232C Adaptor
and an RS-232C Serial
Control Cable
When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is
connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-
232C adaptor and an RS-232C serial control
cable (cross type, sold separately), the computer
can be used to control the projector and check
the status of the projector. See page 61 for de-
tails.
1Connect the supplied DIN-D-sub
RS-232C adaptor to an RS-232C
serial control cable (sold sepa-
rately).
2Use the above...

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Setup
Using the Adjustment
Feet
The height of the projector can be adjusted us-
ing the adjustment feet at the front and rear of
the projector when the surface the projector is
placed on is uneven or when the screen is
slanted.
The projection of the image can be made higher
by adjusting the projector when it is in a lower
place than the screen.
1While pressing the foot releases
on both sides, lift the projector
to adjust its height and then re-
move your fingers from the foot...

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Adjusting the Lens
The image is focused and adjusted to the de-
sired size using the focus ring or zoom knob
on the projector.
1Adjust the focus by rotating the
focus ring.
2Adjust zooming by moving the
zoom knob.
Setup
Zoom
 in
Zoom out
Focus ringZoom knob
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90°
90°
Example of standard setup
Setting up the Screen
Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image.
Note
•The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing through the
lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be distorted, making viewing difficult.
•For an optimal image, position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light....

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STRETCH Mode (16:9)
Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L]Distance from the lens centerDiag. [χ
] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H]
300 (762 cm) 261 (664 cm) 147 (374 cm)35 9 (10.9 m) 42 8 (13.0 m)–447/64(–12.0 cm)
250 (635 cm) 218 (553 cm) 123 (311 cm)29 6 (9.0 m) 35 5 (10.8 m)–315/16(–10.0 cm)
225 (572 cm) 196 (498 cm) 110 (280 cm)26 7 (8.1 m) 31 10 (9.7 m)–335/64(–9.0 cm)
200 (508 cm) 174 (443 cm) 98 (249 cm)23 7 (7.2 m) 28 3 (8.6 m)–35/32(–8.0 cm)
150...

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When using the default setting.
On-screen Display
The image is reversed.
When using the default setting.
On-screen Display
The image is inverted.
Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image
Projection from behind the Screen

Place a translucent screen between the projector and the
audience.

Reverse the image by setting “Rear” in the “PRJ Mode” menu.
See page 50 for use of this function.
Projection Using a Mirror

Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens.
Info
•When...

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Image Projection
Basic Procedure
Connect the required external equipment to the pro-
jector before carrying out the following procedures.
Info
•The language preset at the factory is English.
If you want to change the on-screen display to
another language, reset the language accord-
ing to the procedure on page 
28.
1Plug the power cord into the wall
outlet.
•The power indicator illuminates red, and
the projector enters standby mode.
2Press  on the projector or
 on the remote control.
•The power...