Sharp Xg C55x Projector User Manual

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18. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have falleninto the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
IMPORTANT
READ BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
• You have acquired a product that includes software licensed to SHARP Corporation by Lineo, Inc. (“Lineo”).
The Software is protected by copyright laws, international copyright tre\
aties, and other intellectual prop-
erty laws and treaties. Lineo and its suppliers retain all ownership of,\
 and intellectual property rights in
(including copyright), the Software components and all copies thereof,\
 provided however, that certain
components of the Software are components licensed under the GNU General\
 Public License (version
2), which Lineo supports. You may obtain a copy of the GNU General Public License at http://www.fsf.org/
copyleft/gpl.html. Lineo will provide source code for any of the compone\
nts of the Software licensed
under the GNU General Public License. To obtain such source code, send email to embedix-
[email protected].
• OS: Embedix (Embedded Linux) Embedix (TM) is a registered trademark \
of 
U.S.A. LINEO, Inc.
•Microsoft, Windows and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft\
 Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporatio\
n in the United States.
• Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
• This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group\
.
• All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademar\
ks of their respective compa-
nies.
19. Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
20. Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
21. Wall or Ceiling MountingThis product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
22. HeatThis product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 
						

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Be sure to read the following safeguards when setting up
your projector.
Caution concerning the lamp unit

Potential hazard of glass particles if
lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture,
contact your nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service Center for
a replacement.
See  “Replacing the Lamp ” on page  85.
Cautions concerning the setup of the projector

 For minimal servicing and to maintain high image qual-
ity, SHARP recommends that this projector be installed
in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke.
When the projector is subjected to these environments,
the lens must be cleaned more often. As long as the
projector is regularly cleaned, use in these environ-
ments will not reduce the overall operation life of the
unit. Internal cleaning should only be performed  by a
Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
Do not set up the projector in places exposed to
direct sunlight or bright light.

Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or
room light. Light falling directly on the screen washes
out the colors, making viewing difficult. Close the cur-
tains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a
sunny or bright room.
The projector may safely be tilted to a maximum
angle of 12 degrees.

Placement should be within ±12 degrees.
Do not subject the projector to hard impact and/
or vibration.

Take care with the lens so as not to hit or damage the
surface of the lens.
Rest your eyes occasionally.

Continuously watching the screen for long hours will
make your eyes tired. Be sure to occasionally rest your
eyes.
Avoid locations with high or low temperature.

The operating temperature for the projector is from 41 °F
to 104 °F (+5 °C to +40 °C).

 The storage temperature for the projector is from
–4°F to 140 °F ( –20 °C to +60 °C).
Do not block the exhaust and intake vents.

 Allow at least 7.9 inches (20 cm) of space between the
exhaust vent and the nearest wall or obstruction. 

Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust vent are
not obstructed.

 If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection cir-
cuit will automatically put the projector into the standby
mode. This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove
the projector power cord from the wall outlet and wait
at least 10 minutes. Place the projector where the in-
take and exhaust vents are not blocked, plug the power
cord back in and turn on the projector. This will return
the projector to the normal operating condition.
Cautions regarding the transportation of the pro-
jector

When transporting the projector, be sure not to subject
it to hard impact and/or vibration, as this can result in
damage. Take extra caution with the lens. Before mov-
ing the projector, be sure to unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet, and disconnect any other cables con-
nected to it.
Other connected equipment

When connecting a computer or other audio-visual equip-
ment to the projector, make the connections AFTER un-
plugging the power cord of the projector from the AC
outlet and turning off the equipment to be connected.

Please read the operation manuals of the projector and
the equipment to be connected for instructions on how
to make the connections.
Using the projector in other countries

The power supply voltage and the shape of the plug
may vary depending on the region or country you are
using the projector in. When using the projector over-
seas, be sure to use the appropriate power cord for
the country you are in.
Temperature monitor function

If the projector starts to overheat
due to setup problems or block-
age of the air vents,  “
” and
“”  will blink in the lower left
corner of the picture. If the temperature continues to
rise, the lamp will turn off, the temperature warning in-
dicator on the projector will blink, and after a 90-sec-
ond cooling-off period the projector will enter the
standby mode. Refer to  “Maintenance Indicators ” on
page  83 for details.
Info
• The cooling fan regulates the internal temperature, and
its performance is automatically controlled. The sound
of the fan may change during projector operation due
to changes in the fan speed. This does not indicate
malfunction.
• Do not unplug the power cord during projection or cool-
ing fan operation. This can create damage due to the
rise in internal temperature, as the cooling fan also stops. 
						

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PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, s\
o that you can
work with the projector, even if you do not have this manual. To utilize these manuals, you
need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not
installed Acrobat Reader yet, you can install it from the CD-ROM.
To install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM
For Windows:1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click the  “My Computer ” icon.
3 Double click the  “CD-ROM ” drive.
4 Double click the  “ACROBAT ” folder.
5 Double click the language (name of the folder)
that you want to view.
6 Double click the installation program and
follow the instructions on the screen. For Macintosh:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click the  “CD-ROM ” icon.
3 Double click the  “ACROBAT ” folder.
4 Double click the language (name of the folder)
that you want to view.
5 Double click the installation program and
follow the instructions on the screen.
For other operating systems:
Please download Acrobat Reader from the Internet (
http://www.adobe.com).
For other languages:
If you prefer using Acrobat Reader for languages other than those included in the CD-ROM, pl\
ease
download the appropriate version from the Internet.
Accessing the PDF Manuals
For Windows: 1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click the  “My Computer ” icon.
3 Double click the  “CD-ROM ” drive.
4 Double click the  “MANUALS ” folder.
5 Double click the language (name of the
folder) that you want to view.
6 Double click the  “C55X ” pdf file to access the
projector manuals.
Note
• If the desired pdf file cannot be opened by double clicking the mouse, s\
tart Acrobat Reader first, then
specify the desired file using the  “File ”,  “Open ” menu.
• See the  “readme.txt ” file on the CD-ROM for important information not included in this opera\
tion manual. For Macintosh:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click the  “CD-ROM ” icon.
3 Double click the  “MANUALS ” folder.
4 Double click the language (name of the
folder) that you want to view.
5 Double click the  “C55X ” pdf file to access the
projector manuals.
How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals
(Windows, Macintosh) 
						

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Projector (Front and Top View)
Part Names
34
34
83
83
3942
35
38
50
42
35
42
25
25
ON buttonFor turning the power on.
37STANDBY buttonFor putting the projector into the standby mode.
Power indicatorIlluminates red, when the projector is in standby. 
When the power is turned  on, this indicator will illuminate green.
Lamp indicatorIlluminates green indicating normal function. Replace 
the lamp when the indicator  illuminates red.
Temperature warning  indicator
When the internal 
temperature rises, this 
indicator will illuminate red.
UNDO button
For undoing an operation 
or returning to the default  settings.ENTER buttonFor setting items selected 
or adjusted on the menu.
13Remote control 
sensor
81
INPUT buttonFor switching input mode 
1, 2, 3 or 4.
KEYSTONE buttonFor adjusting Keystone or 
Digital Shift setting.
AUTO SYNC buttonFor automatically 
adjusting images when 
connected to a computer.
Adjustment buttons 
(' , \b , \ , | )
For selecting menu items.
VOLUME buttonsFor adjusting the speaker 
sound level.
MENU buttonFor displaying adjustment 
and setting screens.
26Zoom knob
26Focus ring
80Intake vent
HEIGHT ADJUST
button
Adjustment foot
Carrying handle Air filter/cooling 
fan (Intake vent) 
(on the bottom of 
the projector)
STANDBY
Numbers in  refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained.
Attaching and removing the lens cap
•Press on the two buttons of the lens cap
and attach it on the lens. Then release
the buttons to lock it in place.
• Press on the two buttons of the lens cap
and remove it from the lens.
In this operation manual, the illustration and
the screen display are simplified for explana-
tion, and may differ slightly from actual display. 
						

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Projector (Rear View)
Using the Kensington Lock
•
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 instructi\
ons on how to use it to secure the
projector.
17
80
AC socket
Exhaust vent
25
17
17
Kensington Security 
Standard connector
Adjustment Feet
INPUT 2 terminal
Terminal for 
computer RGB and 
component signals.
INPUT 1 terminalTerminal for 
computer RGB and 
component signals.
23OUTPUT (INPUT 1, 2)  terminal
Shared computer 
RGB and component  signals output terminal 
for INPUT 1 and 2.
AUDIO OUTPUT  terminal
Shared audio 
output terminal for 
INPUT 1, 2, 3 and 4.
22RS-232C terminalFor controlling 
projector using a  computer.
21
17AUDIO INPUT 1, 2 
terminal
Shared audio input 
terminal for INPUT 1 
and 2.
19INPUT 4 terminalTerminal for 
connecting video 
equipment with an 
S-video terminal.
19AUDIO (L/R) 
INPUT 3, 4 
terminals
Shared audio input 
terminals for INPUT 3 
and 4.
19INPUT 3 terminalFor connecting 
video equipment.
23WIRED REMOTE 
control input 
terminal
Carrying the projector
Before carrying the projector, fully
extend the carrying handle. 
						

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Remote Control (Front View)
Part Names
38KEYSTONE buttonFor adjusting Keystone or Digital Shift setting.
23    WIRED R/C JACKFor controlling the projector by 
connecting the remote control to the 
projector.
34ON buttonFor turning the power on.
42MENU buttonFor displaying adjustment and 
setting screens.
42Adjustment buttons
(' , \b , \ , | )
For selecting menu items.
42ENTER buttonFor setting items selected or 
adjusted on the menu.
39UNDO buttonFor undoing an operation or 
returning to the default settings.
55ENLARGE (Enlarge/Reduce)  buttons
For enlarging or reducing part of 
the image.
50AUTO SYNC buttonFor automatically adjusting images when connected to a computer.
35INPUT buttonsFor switching to the respective  input modes.
56GAMMA buttonFor correcting the brightness of an 
image, when the images displayed  are hard to see because of the brightness of the room. Four 
gamma modes are available to  choose from.
35VOLUME buttonsFor adjusting the speaker sound  level.
13Remote control signal transmitters
57
24
PinP buttonFor displaying dual pictures.
FORWARD/BACK buttonsSame function as the [Page Down] 
and [Page Up] keys on a computer 
keyboard when using the Remote 
receiver.
54FREEZE buttonFor freezing images.
58BLACK SCREEN buttonFor superimposing a black screen.
52RESIZE buttonFor switching the screen size 
(NORMAL, BORDER, etc).
36MUTE buttonFor temporarily turning off the 
sound.
59BREAK TIMER  buttonFor displaying the break timer.
37STANDBY buttonFor putting the projector into the standby mode.
Remote Control (Top View) 
						

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23 (7 m)30°
30° 45
°
Using the Remote Control

 The remote control can be used to control the projector
within the ranges shown in the illustration.
Note
•The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen
for easy operation. However, the effective distance of the signal
may differ due to the screen material.
When using the remote control:
•Be sure not to drop, expose to moisture or high temperature.
• The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp.
Under that circumstance, move the projector away from the fluo-
rescent lamp.
Inserting the Batteries
The batteries (two R-6 batteries (“AA” size,
UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar)) are included in
the package.
1Pull down the tab on the cover
and remove the cover towards
the direction of the arrow.
2Insert the included batteries.
• Insert the batteries making sure the
polarities correctly match the 
 and
 marks inside the battery
compartment.
3Insert the lower tab of the
cover into the opening, and
lower the cover until it clicks
in place.
Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode. Please\
 follow the precautions below.
 Caution
• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the  and  marks inside the battery compart-
ment.
• 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 can cause them to leak.
Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to your skin, therefore b\
e sure to first wipe them and then remove
them using a cloth.
• The batteries included with this projector may exhaust over a short peri\
od, 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 th\
e remote control for a long time.
Remote
control
sensor
Remote control
signal transmitters
Remote control
Available Range of the Remote Control 
						

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Accessories
Remote control
RRMCGA176WJSATwo R-6 batteries
(“ AA ” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar)
Power cord
For U.S., Canada, etc.
(1110 (3.6 m))
QACCDA010WJPZ For Europe, except U.K.
(6 (1.8 m))
QACCVA011WJPZ For U.K., Hong Kong and
Singapore
(6 (1.8 m))
QACCBA012WJPZ For Australia,  New
Zealand and Oceania
(6 (1.8 m))
QACCLA014WJPZ
Note
•Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country.

 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (910 (3.0 m)) AN-C3CP

 Computer RGB cable (3210 (10.0 m)) AN-C10BM (15-pin mini D-sub male connector)

 5 BNC to 15-pin D-sub cable (910 (3.0 m)) AN-C3BN

 RS-232C serial control cable (3210 (10.0 m)) AN-C10RS Projector manual and
technical reference
CD-ROM
UDSKAA035WJZZ
Sharp Advanced Presen-
tation
 Software CD-ROM
UDSKAA036WJZZ
(1)
(2) (3) (4)
Supplied accessories
Optional cables
RGB cable
(910 (3 m))
QCNWGA012WJPZDIN-D-sub RS-232C
adaptor (5 57/64 (15 cm))
QCNWGA015WJPZ
Lens cap (attached)
PCAPHA003WJSAExtra air filter
PFILDA005WJZZ
Sharp Advanced
Presentation
 Software
quick installation guide
TINS-A867WJZZ
Quick guide label
TLABZA364WJZZ
Operation manual
(this manual)
Note•Some of the cables may not be available depending on the region. Please \
check with your near-
est Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
USB cable (33 (1 m))
QCNWG0007CEPZRemote receiver
RUNTKA061WJZZ 
						

							Connections and Setup
Connections and Setup 
						

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Connecting the Projector to Other Devices
Before Connecting
Note
•Before connecting, be sure to unplug the power cord of the projector fro\
m the AC outlet and turn off the
devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector and then the other d\
evices.
When connecting a computer, be sure that it is the last device to be turned on after all the conne\
ctions are
made.
• Be sure to read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected bef\
ore making connections.
This projector can be connected to:
A computer using:

 An RGB cable and a computer audio cable (commercially avail-
able) (See page  17.)

 A DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor and an RS-232C serial control
cable (AN-C10RS) (sold separately)
(See page  22.)
Component video or audio-visual equipment:

 A VCR, Laser disc player or other audio-visual equipment
(See page  19.)

 A DVD player or DTV* decoder (See page  20.)
*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television
system in the United States.
An amplifier or audio components using:

 An audio cable (commercially available) (See page  21.)
A monitor using:

 An RGB cable (See page  23.)

 A computer RGB cable (AN-C10BM) (sold separately)
(See page  23.)