Sharp Xg Nv51xe Projector User Manual

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Operation
Basic Operations
1 Connect the Power Cord
Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the
back of the projector.
2 Turn on the Main Power
Press the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the
projector. The POWER indicator lights up red and the
projector enters standby mode.
•If the bottom filter cover is not securely installed, the POWER
indicator flashes.
•When the main power is not on, the “Power” remote control
cannot be used.
3 Turn on the Lamp Power
Press POWER ON on the projector or the “Power”
remote control.
•The flashing green LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows
that the lamp is warming up. Wait until the indicator stops
flashing before operating the projector.
•If the power is turned off and then immediately turned on
again, it may take a short while before the lamp turns on.
•After the projector is unpacked and turned on for the first
time, a slight odour may be emitted from the exhaust vent.
This odour will soon disappear with use.
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4
When the main power is on, the POWER indicator lights up
red.
When the power is on, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator
lights indicating the status of the lamp.
Green: Lamp is ready.
Flashing green: Warming up.
Red: Change the lamp.
4 Adjusting Focus
Slide the focus knob until the image on the screen
becomes clear.
5 Adjusting Zoom
Slide the zoom knob. The image can be adjusted to the
desired size within the zoom range. Projector
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R-CLICK ENTER
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AUTO SYNC
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Operation
Basic Operations
7 Adjusting the Volume
a. Press VOLUME 
/VOLUME  on the projector
or the “Power” remote control to adjust the volume.
b. Press MUTE on the projector or the “Power”
remote control to temporarily turn off the sound.
Press MUTE again to turn the sound back on.
8 Turning off the Power
1. Press POWER OFF on the projector or the
“Power” remote control. The screen on the left will
appear.
2. Press POWER OFF again while the screen is
displayed.
•If you accidentally pressed POWER OFF and do not want
to turn off the power, wait until the power off screen shown
on the left disappears.
When POWER OFF is pressed twice, the POWER indicator
will light up red and the cooling fan will run for about 90
seconds. The projector will then enter standby mode.
The power can be turned on again by pressing POWER
ON on the projector or the “Power” remote control. When
the power is turned on, the POWER indicator and the LAMP
REPLACEMENT indicator light green.
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•The POWER indicator flashes if the bottom filter cover is
not securely installed.
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6Selecting and Checking the Input
Mode
Press INPUT on the projector or the “Power” remote
control to select the desired input mode. Press it again
to change the mode as shown on the left.
•When no signal is being received, “No Signal” will be
displayed. When a signal that the projector is not preset to
receive is being received, “Not Reg.” will be displayed.
•The picture size and aspect ratio differ in “COMPUTER”,
“PA L”, “SECAM” and “NTSC” modes.
Projector
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
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7b
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6
To view the image from a
source connected to:
COMPUTER INPUT 1
COMPUTER INPUT 2
On-screen Display
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Operation
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens
This projector has two sets of menu screens (Computer/
Video) that allow you to adjust the image and various
projector settings. These menu screens can be
operated from the projector or the “Power” remote
control with the following buttons.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU to display the COMPUTER or VIDEO
mode menu bar.
2Press ß/© to select an adjustment menu on the
menu bar.
3Press ∂/ƒ to select a specific adjustment item.
4To display only the adjustment item, press ENTER
after selecting the item. Only the menu bar and
the selected adjustment item will appear.
5Press ß/© to adjust the item.
6Press LEFT-CLICK to return to the previous
screen.
7Press MENU to exit from the GUI.
•For details on items on the menu screen, see the tree charts
on the next page.
MOUSEADJ.
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
4 2, 3, 5 1, 7
R/C
OFF
ON
6
Projector
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4
Menu bar in COMPUTER mode
(GUI) On-screen Display
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Operation
Items on the COMPUTER1 or
COMPUTER2 Mode Menu Bar Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens
Contrast Picture
Auto Sync Fine Sync
Audio
30 30
Clock
90 90
Treble
Options Lamp Timer
Language English
PRJ Mode
StatusCeiling
Front
Ceiling
Rear Deutsch
Español
Nederlands
Français
Italiano
Português
Front
Rear Auto Sync Disp
BLK SCRN Disp
OSD Display
Fit To Screen[ON/OFF]
[ON/OFF]
[ON/OFF]
[ON/OFF]
[ON/OFF]
Signal
Background Sharp
Resolution
Hor Freq
Vert Freq640480
37.5 kHz
72 Hz
Startup Image SharpCustom
Custom Blue
None
None 
30 30
Bass
30 30
Phase
60 60
H-Pos
90 90
V-Pos
Reset
Reset Save Setting
Select Setting
1
2
•
•
7
Resolution800600
640480Vert Freq
75 Hz
72 Hz Mode
60 60
Bright
30 30
Red
30 30
Blue
Reset
30 30
1
2
•
•
7
Resolution800600
640480Vert Freq
75 Hz
72 Hz
Svenska
•Only the items highlighted in the tree charts above can be adjusted.
•To adjust the items under the sub menu, press © after entering the sub menu.
Main menu Sub menu
Items on the VIDEO Mode Menu Bar
Contrast Picture
Audio
30 30
I/P Conversion Options
Video System
Language English
PRJ Mode
StatusCeiling
Front
Ceiling
Rear Deutsch
Español
Nederlands
Français
Italiano
Svenska
Front
Rear Background
Startup ImageInterlaced
Progressive
Auto
PAL
SECAM
NTSC4.43
NTSC3.58
Sharp
Custom
Blue
None
Sharp
Custom
None Lamp Timer
BLK SCRN Disp
OSD Display[ON/OFF]
[ON/OFF] Bright
30 30
Color
30 30
Tint
30 30
Sharp
30 30
Red
30 30
Blue
30 30
Treble
30 30
Bass
30 30
Reset
Reset
Português
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Operation
•The IrCOM function can be used to wirelessly transfer
still images from a computer, handheld P/C or digital
camera to the projector via infrared communication.
This function is used with the supplied Sharp
Advanced Presentation Software. See the operation
manual of the software for installation and operating
instructions.
•Position the projector and the IrCOM transmitting
device within the range shown on the left.
•To avoid transmission errors or changes in the image, ensure
the following when setting up the projector and transmitting
device.
•The IrCOM sensors on both the projector and transmitting
device are protected from direct sunlight or strong
ambient light.
•The transmitting device has sufficient battery power.
•The projector and transmitting device are positioned
within the designated operating range.
•The IrCOM sensors on the projector and transmitting
device are correctly aligned.
1Before setting up the projector and computer,
install the Sharp Advanced Presentation Software
in the supplied CD-ROM on the computer. See
the operation manual of the software for installation
details.
•The distance between the projector and transmitting device
may have to be less than 10 cm depending on the
transmitting device.
•When using the digital still camera, set it to the image
transmission mode and set the computer to the image
reception mode.
2Align the projector and transmitting device at the
same height and angle at a distance of 10 cm to
1 meter with an unobstructed line of view.
3Press IrCOM on the projector or the “Power”
remote control to enter the IrCOM mode. The On-
screen Display changes as shown on the left.
•To use the “Power” remote control to operate this function,
slide the MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position
before pressing IrCOM.
•If the On-screen Display does not change as shown on the
left, the projector may not be within the reception range
from the IrCOM transmitting device.
4Press INPUT on the projector or the “Power”
remote control to exit the IrCOM mode.
Using IrCOM for Wireless Presentations
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TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUT
MOUSE
LIGHT
LCD PROJECTOR
ADJ. IrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
KEYSTONEENLARGE
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
4 3
Projector
MOUSEADJ.
On-screen Display
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15˚10 cm–1 m
15˚
15˚
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Operation
Selecting the On-screen Display Language
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
4 2, 3 1, 5
Projector
(GUI) On-screen Display
MOUSEADJ.
English is the preset language for the On-screen
Display. It can be changed to English, German, Spanish,
Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese,
Korean or Japanese.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU.
2Press ß/© to select “Language”.
3Press  ∂/ƒ to select the desired language .
4Press ENTER to save the setting. The On-screen
Display is now programmed to display in the
language selected.
5To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
Selecting the Video Input System Mode (VIDEO mode only)
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
5 2, 3, 4 1, 6
Projector
MOUSEADJ.
The video input system mode is preset to “Auto”;
however, it can be changed to a specific system mode,
if the selected system mode is not compatible with the
connected audiovisual equipment.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU.
2Press ß/© to select “Options”.
3Press ∂/ƒ to select “Video System”, and then
press ©.
4Press ∂/ƒ to select the desired video system
mode.
5Press ENTER to save the setting.
6To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
•When the system mode is set to “Auto”, you may not receive
a clear picture due to signal differences. Should this occur,
switch to the video system you are viewing.
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Operation
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
2, 3 1, 4
Picture Adjustments
You can adjust the projector’s picture to your prefer-
ences with the following picture settings.
Description of Adjustment Items
For less contrast
For less brightness
For weaker red
For weaker blue Contrast
Bright
Red
Blue
ResetFor more contrast
For more brightness
For stronger red
For stronger blue
ß button© button
All computer image adjustment items are returned to the
factory preset settings.
Projector
MOUSEADJ.
Selected item in
COMPUTER mode
(The following steps are used as an example in adjusting the
picture in “COMPUTER” mode.)
For less contrast
For less brightness
For less colour intensity
Skin tones become purplish
For less sharpness
For weaker red
For weaker blue
Selected item in
VIDEO mode
Contrast
Bright
Color
Tint
Sharp
Red
Blue
Reset
For more contrast
For more brightness
For more colour intensity
Skin tones become greenish
For more sharpness
For stronger red
For stronger blue
ß button© button
All video image adjustment items are returned to the factory
preset settings.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU. Menu bar and “Picture” menu
screen appear. GUI Operation guide is also
displayed.
2Press ∂/ƒ  to select a specific adjustment item.
3Press ß/© to move the 
 mark of the selected
adjustment item to the desired setting.
4To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
•To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset” on the “Picture”
menu screen and press ENTER.
•The adjustments can be stored separately in the
“COMPUTER1”, “COMPUTER2” and “VIDEO” modes.
•“Tint” appears only in “NTSC3.58” and “NTSC4.43” modes.
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Operation
This projector’s audio is factory preset to standard
settings. However, you can adjust it to suit your own
preferences by adjusting the following audio settings.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU. Menu bar and “Picture” menu
screen appear. GUI Operation guide is also dis-
played.
2Press ß/© to select “Audio”.
3Press ∂/ƒ to select a specific adjustment item.
4Press ß/© to move the 
mark of the selected
adjustment item to the desired setting.
5To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
•To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset” on the “Audio”
menu screen and press ENTER.
For weaker treble
For weaker bassTreble
Bass
ResetFor stronger treble
For stronger bass
All audio adjustment items are returned to the factory preset
settings.
Description of Adjustment Items
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
2, 3, 4 1, 5
Projector
MOUSEADJ.
© button ß button Selected item
2
3
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Operation
Computer Image Adjustments
When displaying computer patterns which are very
detailed (tiling, vertical stripes, etc.), interference may
occur between the LCD pixels, causing flickering,
vertical stripes, or contrast irregularities in portions of
the screen. Should this occur, adjust “Clock”, “Phase”,
“H-Pos” and “V-Pos” for optimum computer image.
•Computer image adjustment can be made easily by
pressing AUTO SYNC () on the projector or the “Power”
remote control. See the next page for details.
(GUI) On-Screen Display
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
2, 3, 4 1, 5
Projector
Adjusts vertical noise.
Adjusts horizontal noise (similar to tracking on your VCR).
Centres the on-screen image by moving it to the left or right.
Centres the on-screen image by moving it up or down.Clock
Phase
H-Pos
V-Pos
Description of Adjustment Items
(Select the desired computer input mode with INPUT
on the projector or the “Power” remote control.)
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU. Menu bar and “Picture” menu
screen appear. GUI Operation guide is also
displayed.
2Press ß/©  to select “Fine Sync”.
3Press  ∂/ƒ  to select a specific adjustment item.
4Press ß/© to move the 
 mark of the selected
adjustment item to the desired setting.
5To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
•To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset” on the “Fine
Sync” menu screen and press ENTER.
MOUSEADJ.
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3
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Operation
Auto Sync Adjustment
•Used to automatically adjust a computer image.
•Auto Sync adjustment can be made manually by
pressing AUTO SYNC on the projector or the “Power”
remote control, or automatically by setting “Auto Sync”
to “ON” in the projector’s GUI menu.
When “Auto Sync” is set to “ON”:
•The sync adjustment is automatically made each time
the projector is turned on while connected to a com-
puter or the input selection is changed.
•The Auto Sync adjustment setting previously made is
cleared when the projector’s setting is changed.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU.
2Press ß/© to select “Fine Sync”.
3Press ∂/ƒ to select “Auto Sync”.
4Press ß/© to select “ON”.
5To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
•Automatic adjustments can be made by pressing AUTO
SYNC on the projector or the “Power” remote control.
•When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto
Sync adjustment, use manual adjustments. (See the
previous page.)
During Auto Sync adjustment, the On-screen Display
changes as shown on the left.
•Auto Sync adjustment may take some time to complete,
depending on the image of the computer connected to the
projector.
(GUI) On-screen Display
Computer Image Adjustments
ONMUTE
TOOLS
R-CLICK ENTER
INPUTIrCOM
FREEZE
AUTO SYNC
KEYSTONEENLARGE
MENU LASERBLACK
SCREEN
VOL
OFF
2, 3, 4 1, 5
Projector
AUTO SYNC
button
MOUSEADJ.
Auto Sync Display Function
Normally, an image is not superimposed during Auto
Sync adjustment. You can, however, choose to
superimpose a Sharp image during Auto Sync
adjustment.
(For use with the “Power” remote control, slide the
MOUSE/ADJUSTMENT switch to the ADJ. position.)
1Press MENU.
2Press ß /©  to select “Options”.
3Press  ∂/ƒ  to select “Auto Sync Disp”.
4Press ß /© to select “
” to superimpose a Sharp
image or “
” to remove the Sharp image during
Auto Sync adjustment.
5To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
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On-screen Display
(GUI) On-screen Display