Sharp Projector Pg M10s User Manual

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Menu Operation
Resetting
Resetting the factory defaults
All items can be reset to the standard settings with the
exception of the followings.
• Lamp usage timer
• “KEYSTONE” adjustment values (including the
“KEYSTONE” setting value on page 32).
1Press the remote control MENU button to
display the normal menu and then press the
cursor 
 /  keys to select
“INFORMATION”.
2When the “INFORMATION” menu appears,
press the cursor 
 /  keys select
“RESET”, then press the ENTER button.
3If the ENTER button is not used during
reset, press the R-CLICK/EXIT button.
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer
When the lamp is replaced (page 37), it is necessary to set
the lamp hours of usage from the menu.
1Press the remote control MENU button, use
the cursor 
 /  keys to display the
“INFORMATION” menu and set the lamp
hours of usage.
2Display the “INFORMATION” menu, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “LAMP USAGE
HOURS RESET” and then press the ENTER
button.
3If the ENTER button is not used during
reset, press the R-CLICK/EXIT button.
When the lamp usage timer has exceeded
1100 hours and the unit will not turn on
The power will not turn on when the lamp hours of usage
has exceeded 1100 hours. The STATUS indicator will be on
continually (page 36). Thus, the menu cannot be displayed.
In such case, replace the lamp housing, then use the
following procedure to reset.
1Connect the power cord (page 18).
Standby status will be activated.
2Press the INPUT SELECT and AUTO SYNC
buttons of the main unit at the same time for
5 sec. or more.
The lamp usage timer will be reset. After resetting,
the STATUS indicator (page 36) that turned on
because 1100 hours had been exceeded will turn
off.
The lamp hours of usage will be displayed on the screen
when it has exceeded 1000 hours.
To close the menu
Press the R-CLICK/EXIT button. 
						

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Menu Operation Menu Operation
Setting the Video Type
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “COLOR”.
2Use the cursor  /  keys to select “VIDEO
TYPE”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set the “VIDEO
TYPE”.
The following can be selected.

 DVD
 VCR
DVD is used for DVD players and Video is used for
normal video players.
Selecting the Color System
The following color systems can be used with this unit.

 NTSC
 NTSC 4.43

 PA L
 PAL-M
 PAL-N
 PAL60

 SECAM
• Only “NTSC” and “PAL” can be used for component video.
• Selection is automatic when “AUTO” is used.
• “AUTO” cannot be set for PAL-M and PAL-N input signals. Select
“PAL-M” or “PAL-N” in “COLOR SYSTEM” menu for PAL-M and
PAL-N input signals.
1Select an input for the color system to be
selected (page 20).
2With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “COLOR”.
3Use the cursor  /  keys to select
“COLOR SYSTEM” and then press the
ENTER button.
4Use the cursor  /  keys to select the
desired color system.
Advanced Menu Settings
Set the colors as desired in accordance
with the image contents.
Subtle color settings are possible, as desired. Setting is
possible for each input.
1Select the image to be input (page 20).
2With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “COLOR”.
3Use the cursor  /  keys to select
“GAMMA”.
4Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set the
“GAMMA”.
The following can be selected.

 Normal
 Natural
 Real
 Custom
Normal is standard settings; Natural stresses
coloring; Real stresses brightness. Custom is used
to adjust freely as desired.
5Use the cursor 
 /  keys to select
“CUSTOM”, press the ENTER button to
display the sub-menu and then set the
gamma value. There are 33 index values.
Adjusting Color Balance
Color balance (white balance) can be set for each input.
1Select the image to be input (page 20).
2With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “COLOR”.
3Use the cursor  /  keys to select
“COLOR TEMP”.
4Use the cursor 
 /  keys to select the
“COLOR TEMP”.
Four different types of color balance can be set
beforehand: Low, Middle, Normal and High.
When the ENTER button is pressed, the sub-
menu will be displayed to enable fine
adjustment.
To close the menu
Press the R-CLICK/EXIT button. 
						

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Menu Operation
Advanced Menu Settings (continued)
Setting the COMPUTER input terminal
The COMPUTER input terminal can be switched and used
as the component video signal (YP
BPR) input terminal.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “COLOR”.
2Use the cursor  /  keys to select
“SOURCE CHANGE”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set the
“SOURCE CHANGE”.
The following can be selected.

 RGB
 YP
BPR
Please select “YPBPR”.
When component video (YP
BPR) input is used, use
the optional component video cable.
Setting the Display Frame
The display frame can be set individually for each input.
1Select the input for image selection (page
20).
2With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “VIEW”.
3Display the frame, then use the cursor
 /  keys to select “ASPECT”.
4Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set the
“ASPECT” ratio.
Any of the following four different settings can be
selected for images.

REAL (input signal projection without pixel
replacement)

AUTO (projection after automatic input signal
zoom in/zoom out)

DIRECT (the original aspect ratio of the image is
maintained at all times)

4:3 → 16:9 (4:3 aspect ratio images are projected
after conversion to 16:9 aspect ratio)
Setting Filter
This is used to set the sharpness during pixel conversion
(image compression/enlargement and video playback).
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “VIEW”.
2Display the frame, then use the cursor
 /  keys to select “FILTER”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set the
sharpness.
Setting in Accordance With Image Content
To close the menu
Press the R-CLICK/EXIT button. 
						

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Menu Operation Menu Operation
Initial Settings
Setting in Accordance With Image Content (continued)
Setting Keystone
This is used to set the height for keystone adjustment.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “VIEW”.
2Display the frame, then use the cursor
 /  keys to select “KEYSTONE”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to select
“NORMAL” or “FULL”.

Normal: Normal keystone correction

Full: In this mode, the image is enlarged to fill the
screen vertically and then Keystone correction is
performed.
Setting the partial display position
Input a signal that is rated SXGA (XGA for the PG-M10S) to
COMPUTER input terminal and then set the partial display
position with “ASPECT” (see page 31) set to “REAL”.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “VIEW”.
2Display the frame, use the cursor  / 
keys to select “PA N” and then press the
ENTER button.
3Use the cursor  / , 
 /  keys to set the
display position.
Audio Muting
Audio only can be muted for each input.
This function is convenient when multiple video units are
connected to this unit.
1Select the input to be muted (page 20).
2With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “SETUP”.
3Use the cursor  /  keys to select
“SOUND MUTE”, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to set muting to “ON” or “OFF”.
Selecting the Background
Two different backgrounds can be selected for projection
when there is no signal input.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “SETUP”.
2Use the cursor  /  keys to select
“BACKGROUND”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to select one of
the following backgrounds.

 Blue
 Black
Auto Gain
Brightness and contrast are adjusted automatically.
1Select the input to be set for auto gain (page
20).
2With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “SETUP”.
3Use the cursor  /  key to select “AUTO
GAIN”, then use the cursor 
 /  keys to
set “ON” or “OFF”.
To close the menu
Press the R-CLICK/EXIT button. 
						

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Menu Operation
Auto Source Settings
With this function, the unit is automatically detecting the
input signal.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “SETUP”.
2Use the cursor  /  keys to select “AUTO
SOURCE”, then use the cursor 
 /  keys
to set “ON” or “OFF”.
ON: All input signals are detected.
OFF: Remote control VIDEO button:
Video and S-video are detected.
Remote control COMPUTER button:
RGB and YP
BPR signals are detected.
Main unit INPUT SELECT button:
All input signals are detected individually.
Selecting a Projection Format
If the projection format is not correctly set in accordance
with the installation conditions, images may be projected
reversed, vertically, or horizontally.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “SETUP”.
2When “SETUP” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “PROJECTION”,
then press the ENTER button.
3Use the cursor  /  keys to select a
projection format in accordance with the set
conditions.
The setting items will change as shown below each
time a key is pressed.
NORMAL⇔
VERTICALLY+HORIZONTALLY
REVERSED VERTICALLY
⇔REVERSED HORIZONTALLY
• The unit cannot be installed to the ceiling.
• Be sure to always leave a space of minimally 20 cm (7 7/8)
between the unit and surrounding obstructions.
• Do not use an installation stand made of material that is not
heat-resistant.
• During an earthquake or when a child climbs on top of or
hangs from the stand, the unit may fall. Use a wall or a post
as a measure to prevent the unit from falling.
Using the Power Saving Function
When there is no signal input for a period of 5 min. or more,
the power is automatically turned off and standby status is
activated.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
buttons to select “SETUP”.
2When “SETUP” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “AUTO POWER
OFF”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set Power
Saving to “ON” or “OFF”.
To close the menu
Press the R-CLICK/EXIT button.Initial Settings
⇔
⇔ 
						

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Menu Operation Menu Operation
Selecting the Menu Language
Any one of eight different languages can be selected for
menu displays.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “OPTION”.
2When “OPTION” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “LANGUAGE”,
then press the ENTER button.
3Use the cursor  /  keys to select one of
the following languages.

English
Swedish

German
Spanish

French
Chinese

Italian
Japanese
Setting the Menu Display Position
The menu display position can be set with this function.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “OPTION”.
2When “OPTION” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “MENU
POSITION” and then press the ENTER
button.
3Use the cursor  / , 
 /  keys to set the
display position.
Menu Viewing Settings
The menu viewing method can be set with this function.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “OPTION”.
2When “OPTION” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “MENU TYPE”.
3Use the cursor  / , 
 /  keys to select
“TRANSLUCENT” or “OPAQUE”.
Setting the Menu (Option)
To close the menu
Press the R-CLICK/EXIT button.
Other Menu Settings
The time that the menu is displayed on the screen can be
set with this function.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “OPTION”.
2When “OPTION” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “DISPLAY
TIME”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set a value
from 5 sec. to 30 sec.
On-screen Display
This function is set to “ON” at the factory. When set to “ON”,
input will be projected onto the screen when the input is
switched with the remote control button. Also, the input
menu will be displayed when the power is turned on to
indicate the selected input. In addition, status is displayed
on the menu bar when “FREEZE”, “MUTE”, “ENLARGE”,
“KEYSTONE” or “VOLUME” is set.
1With the FLIP COVER of the remote control
open, press the MENU button to display the
Advanced menu, then use the cursor 
 / 
keys to select “OPTION”.
2When “OPTION” menu is displayed, use the
cursor 
 /  keys to select “ON SCREEN”.
3Use the cursor 
 /  keys to set “ON” or
“OFF”. 
						

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Others
Problem
The power will not turn on.
No image
Distorted images
Blurred images
Images are offset vertically or
horizontally and are not correctly
displayed
The remote control does not work
The wireless mouse control does
not work
The STATUS indicator blinks
Flickering text or offset colors with
COMPUTER input terminalCheck
• Is the power plug connected to the power outlet?
• Is the lamp cover correctly installed?
• Is the internal temperature too high? A protective feature prevents the
power turning on when the internal temperature is too high.
• Has the lamp usage time exceeded 1100 hours? The power will not turn
on when 1100 hours have elapsed.
• Has the connected input been selected?
• Are the cables correctly connected to the input terminals?
• Are the brightness and contrast set to minimum?
• Is the sliding lens cap closed?
• Is the lamp blown?
• Has the lamp usage time exceeded 1100 hours?
• If a notebook type computer is being used, was the computer power
turned on after the projector was connected? Is the computer set to
disable output to the external COMPUTER input terminal?
In many cases, when a notebook type computer is connected to the
projector, a signal will not be output to the COMPUTER input terminal
unless the computer power is turned on.
• Does the STATUS indicator blink?
• Is installation correct?
• Was the Keystone adjustment performed correctly?
• Is the lens properly focused?
• Are the screen and projector positioned at the correct angle?
• Does the projection distance place the screen outside the focus range?
• Is there condensation, dirt, etc., on the lens?
Condensation on the internal optical system is possible when the
projector has been stored in a cool place and then is used in a warm
place. In such cases, wait several minutes for the condensation to
evaporate.
• Is the unit’s input terminal set for RGB data while projecting PC data?
• Correctly adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the screen.
• Is the clock frequency correctly adjusted?
• Are the resolution and frequency correct for the input signal? Check the
resolution of the personal computer.
• Does the send indicator (LED) light? If it does not light, the batteries are
exhausted. In such cases, replace with fresh batteries.
• Is there any obstacle between the remote control and the remote sensors
of the main unit?
• Is the remote control being used outside its effective range?
• Is there a fluorescent light or other strong light source close to the remote
sensors?
• Is the MOUSE terminal of the main unit and the personal computer
correctly connected?
• Was the personal computer started after being connected to the MOUSE
terminal of the main unit?
• Check the STATUS indicator list.
• Manually adjust the clock frequency and phase.
• Press the AUTO SYNC button.
Please check the following before requesting repairs.
Troubleshooting
Reference page
18
37
36
29, 36, 37
18, 20
15, 16
26
18
37
29, 36, 37
16, 17
36
18
22, 32
19
18
13
—
31
28
28
27
9, 12
9
9
—
21
21
36
28 
						

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Others Others
Condition
OFF
On Continually
Flashing Very Rapidly (On and
off in a cycle of 1 sec.)
Flashing Rapidly
(On and off in a cycle of 4 sec.)
Flashing Slowly (On and off in a
cycle of 8 sec.)
Flashing Very Slowly (On and off
in a cycle of 12 sec.)Status
Normal
The lamp usage has exceeded 1000 hours of operation and should be
replaced.
• The lamp cover is not correctly attached. Replace it correctly.
• The temperature protector has been triggered. If the room temperature is
high, move the unit to a cool location.  If the temperature within the unit is
high, check the cooling fan (exhaust vent) and the cooling fan (exhaust
vent) on the bottom of the unit.  If any of the slots are blocked, remove
whatever is blocking them.
• The temperature protector has been triggered. If you try to turn on the
unit immediately after turning off, sometimes the power does not come
on. If this happens, wait at least one minute, then turn on the unit again.
• The lamp lighting voltage error detection protector has been triggered.
Wait at least one minute before turning on the unit again. If this does not
solve the problem, please contact your dealer.
The cooling fan has stopped. Contact your Sharp Authorized LCD Projector
Dealer or Service Center.
The lamp is not turned on.
• The unit was turned on immediately after being turned off. Turn off the
unit, wait at least one minute, then turn on the unit again.
• The lamp is dead. Replace the lamp cage. (See page 37.)
Status Light Messages
STATUS indicator
When the STATUS Indicator Illuminates or Flashes
ON/OFFINPUT SELECTAUTO SYNC
POWER STATUS 
						

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Others
The rated lamp life is about 1000 hours. The rated lamp life is the average life of the lamps produced and tested (under the
test conditions of our company). However, it may become shorter depending on the conditions of usage.
After the lamp has been operating for 1000 hours or longer, the STATUS indicator on the control panel will light and the “LAMP
USAGE” icon which shows hours of total lamp usage will be displayed on the screen. When this happens, turn off the unit and
replace the lamp cage with a new one. The unit will not turn on after 1100 hours. (It will go off if it is in use.)
Removing and installing the lamp unit
CAUTION
• Be sure to remove the lamp cage by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp cage or the inside of the projector.
• Do not loosen any screws except for those mentioned in the instructions below. There is danger of electric shock.
• To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.
Replacing the Projection Lamp
•Reset the lamp usage timer after replacing the lamp. See page 29 for information.
• When the lamp usage timer reaches 1100 hours, it becomes impossible to turn on the power and menus are not displayed. In such a case,
see “When the lamp usage timer has exceeds 1100 hours and the unit will not turn on” on page 29.
• Obtain a replacement lamp cage at the store where the unit was purchased. Please specify the following information when ordering a
replacement lamp cartridge:
– Model name : BQC-PGM10X//-1
46Remove the lamp
cage.5Replace the lamp cage
(after changing the lamp).
13Turn off the power.2Disconnect the power
cord.
Unplug the power cord from the
AC socket. Wait at least one hour
after power cord is disconnected.
Open the lamp cage
cover.
Close the lamp cage
cover.
Close the lamp cage cover in the
direction of the arrow. Then
fasten the user service screw. Unfasten the three securing
screws on the lamp cage. Hold
the lamp cage by the handle and
pull it upward.
Turn over the projector and un-
fasten the user service screw that
secures the lamp cage cover.
Then open the cover in the direc-
tion of the arrow.Press the POWER ON/OFF button.
Wait until the cooling fan stops.
Press the lamp cage firmly into
the lamp cage compartment.
Fasten the securing screws.
Securing
screwsUser service screw
User service
screw
MOUSEON/OFFVIDEOMENU
DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA
PROJECTOR
R-CLICK/EXITCOMPUTER
ON/OFF
AUTO SYNC
INPUT SELECT
ON/OFFP
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CAUTION:
•Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp has ruptured. Please have Sharp Authorized LCD Projector Dealer or
Service Center replace lamp if rupture occurs.
•Do not remove the lamp cage directly after operation of the projector. The lamp may be extremely hot. Wait at
least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp cage to fully cool before
removing the lamp cage. 
						

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Transporting the Projector
When transporting the unit, please slide the lens cap to the closed position and utilize the supplied carrying bag.
Avoid strong vibration and physical shock during transportation.
Using the Carrying Bag
A soft-side carrying bag is provided to transport the unit. Before placing the projector into the carrying bag, set up the inner
pad inside the bag as shown.
How to use the carrying bag
CAUTION
• The supplied carrying bag is made exclusively for the unit and its supplied accessories. Do not place other items into the carrying bag with
the unit or use the bag to transport items other than the unit and its accessories.
• This bag is provided merely to transport the unit and its accessories, not to protect these products from damage as a result of rough handling.
When carrying the unit around, please use the carrying bag that comes with it and, to protect lens from scratches, always shut the sliding lens
cap. Do not expose these products to shocks or impact when transported in the carrying bag.
• Always carry the unit in the carrying bag. Ensure that the power cord and other cables connecting to video sources are disconnected before
moving the unit. When moving the unit or when it is not in use, cover the lens with sliding lens cap.
• Wait until the unit has sufficiently cooled before placing it into the carrying bag. If the unit is placed into the bag while it is still hot, the heat
may damage the bag lining.
Attaching the shoulder strap to the carrying bag
1Take the shoulder strap
out.
The shoulder strap is stored in
the pocket located in front of the
carrying bag.
2Fasten the shoulder strap
to the carrying bag.
Follow the same procedure for
the other end of the strap.
Packing the unit Packing the accessories