Sharp Xg V10xu Projector User Manual

							OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
XG-V10XU
LCD PROJECTOR
Important
Information
Setup & Connections Operation Buttons Basic OperationMaintenance &
TroubleshootingAppendix
Useful Features &
Network Function
Lenses are sold separately. 
						

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Important
Information
IMPORTANT
For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your
Color LCD Projector, please record the Serial Number
located on the bottom of the projector and retain this
information. Before recycling the packaging, please be
sure that you have checked the contents of the carton
thoroughly against the list of “Supplied Accessories”
on page 13.
Before using the LCD projector, please read this operation manual carefully.
Model No.: XG-
V10XU
Serial No.:
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS
EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER
SERVICE SCREW.
There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP LCD Projector,
using the REGISTRATION CARD packed with the projector.
1. WARRANTY
This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and labor
warranty applicable to your purchase.
2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT
To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection, modification, or
recall that SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act, PLEASE
READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT “LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE.
U.S.A. ONLY
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk or electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the operation manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
U.S.A. ONLY
U.S.A. ONLY
The enclosed computer cable must be used with the device. The cable is provided to ensure that the device
complies with FCC Class A verification.
U.S.A. ONLY
WARNING:High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view directly. Be especially
careful that children do not stare directly into the beam of light.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
WARNING:FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not
expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equip-
ment.
ENGLISHIntroduction
See bottom of actual set. 
						

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Important
Information
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your
personal safety. But IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In order not to
defeat the safeguards incorporated into this LCD Projector, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and
servicing. For your own protection and reliable usage of your LCD Projector, please be sure to read these “IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS” carefully before use.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water–for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Transportation
A product and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating. The openings should never
be covered or blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company. For products
intended to operate from battery power, or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization
This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will
only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the product.
14. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect
the cable system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
17. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
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. If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
19. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or with the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety Check
Upon 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 Mounting
This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
22. Heat
This 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
Information
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
AVOID EXPOSURE-LASER
RADIATION IS EMITTED
FROM THIS APERTURE.
CAUTIONLASER RADIATION-
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
WAVE LENGTH : 650nm
MAX. OUTPUT : 1mWCLASS II LASER PRODUCT
COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER JSHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
SHARP PLAZA, MAHWAH, NEW JERSEY 07430
TEL : 1-800-BE-SHARPU.S.A. ONLYREMOTE CONTROL
MODEL NO. : RRMCG1564CESA
DC3V (1.5VX2PCS.)
MADE IN CHINA
FABRIQUÉ AU CHINEThe laser pointer on the remote control emits a laser beam from the laser
pointer window. This is a Class II laser which may impair your sight if directed
into the eyes. The three marks shown on the left are caution labels for the
laser beam.
•Do not look into the laser pointer window or shine the laser beam on yourself or
others. (The laser beam used in this product is harmless when directed onto
the skin. However, be careful not to project the beam directly into the eyes.)
•Always use the laser pointer at temperatures between 41°F and 104°F (
5°C
and 
40°C).
•Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Cautions Concerning the Laser Pointer
Laser pointer
window
Cautions Concerning the Setup of the Projector
For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, 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 properly maintained in this
manner, use in these environments will not reduce the overall operation life.
Please note that all internal cleaning must be performed by an Authorized
Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Center.
•The exhaust vent, the lamp cage cover and adjacent areas may be extremely
hot during projector operation. To prevent injury, do not touch these areas until
they have sufficiently cooled.
•Allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space between the exhaust vent and the
nearest wall or obstruction.
•If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection device will automatically
turn off the projector lamp. This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove the
projector power cord from the wall outlet and wait at least 10 minutes. Then
turn on the power by plugging the power cord back in. This will return the
projector to the normal operating condition.
Notes on Operation
104˚F
(
40˚C)
41˚F
(
5˚C)
Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement
See “Replacing the Lamp” on pages 71 and 72.
LAMP REPLACEMENT CAUTIONBEFORE REMOVING THE SCREW, DISCONNECT
POWER CORD.  HOT SURFACE INSIDE ALLOW
1 HOUR TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING THE
LAMP.  SEE OPERATION MAN UAL.
Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit
Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture,
contact your nearest Authorized Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or
Service Center for a replacement.
See “Replacing the Lamp” on pages 71 and 72.
CAUTIONPOTENTIAL HAZARD OF GLASS
PARTICLES.   SEE  OPERATION  MANUAL.LAMP MAY  RUPTURE.
ATTENTIONLAMPE.  DANGER POTENTIEL DE PARTICULES DE
VERRE.  SE  REPORT ER  AU  MODE  D’ EMPLO I. RUPTURE  POSSIBLE  DE  LA 
						

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Important
Information
Temperature Monitor Function
If the projector starts to overheat due to setup problems or a dirty air filter, “TEMP.”
and “” will flash in the lower-left corner of the picture. If the temperature continues
to rise, the lamp will turn off, the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator on the
projector will flash, and after a 90-second cooling-off period the power will shut
off. Refer to “Lamp/Maintenance Indicators” on page 69, for details.
•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.
Lamp Monitor Function
When the projector is turned on after the lamp has been used for 900 hours,
“LAMP” and “” will flash in the lower-left corner of the picture to advise you
to replace the lamp. Check the “Lamp Timer” menu to confirm which lamp
has been used for 900 hours and needs to be replaced. See pages 71 and
72 for lamp replacement. If the lamp has been used for 1,000 hours, the
projector power will automatically turn off and the projector will enter standby
mode. Refer to “Lamp/Maintenance Indicators” on page 69, for details.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Using the Carrying Handle
When transporting the projector, carry it by the carrying handle on
the side.
CAUTION
•Always put on the lens cap to prevent damage to the lens when transporting
the projector.
•Do not lift or carry the projector by the lens or the lens cap as this may
damage the lens.
•This equipment is very heavy, so to prevent injury take special care when
carrying on your own.
•Do not put down the equipment when the BNC-RCA adapters are
connected.
Using the Terminal Cover
•When ceiling-mounting the projector, attach the terminal cover
(supplied) to hide the connecting cables.
•Use the terminal cover to hide the connecting cables when the
projector is used on a desktop or high mounted.
1Attach the terminal cover by aligning with the tabs on the projector.
2Install the terminal cover using the two supplied user service
screws attached.
s
Carrying handle
Optional lenses
•Lenses are sold separately.
•Be sure to have service personnel install optional lenses.    
						

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Information
Outstanding Features
1. High-end LCD Projector with Ultra High Brightness
•200 W UHP Lamps
Uses two 200 W UHP lamps for excellent color uniformity and ultra high brightness.
•Newly developed prism enables efficient combination of light from two lamps.
A light axis separation and synthesis prism developed by Sharp enables the efficient
combination of light from the two lamps.
•Single-/Double-lamp Switching Feature
Projection can continue without interruption even if one
lamp burns out. Lamps can be used separately to double
the usage time.
2. Computer Compatibility
•Compatible with resolutions including VGA-SVGA
(expanded), XGA (true resolution) and SXGA-UXGA
(compressed) as well as DTV formats (480i, 480P, 720P
and 1080i).
3. XGA Image Quality
•OCS LCD panel enhances color uniformity.
•Various other circuits are also used to provide high quality video images.
4. Computer & Video Integrated Composer Technology
•New Progressive Mode
I/P conversion with new algorithm used to achieve beautiful image quality.
•Enhanced Up-scaling and Digital Image Enlargement
Enables sharper image quality without jaggies even for enlarged images.
•Superior 16:9 Image
4:3 images can be converted to 16:9 images using Smart Stretch (sides stretched,
center untouched), previously not achievable with LCD projectors.
•Intelligent Digital Keystone Correction
Smoothes out jaggies on keystone images and compresses the image not only
horizontally but vertically keeping the 4 : 3 aspect ratio, and at the same time, calculates
the aspect ratio automatically adjusting to the lens shift width.
•New Intelligent Compression
Efficiently compresses UXGA (1,600  1,200) images to XGA (1,024  768).
•Enhanced three-two pull down
Converts cinema mode DVD images transformed with three-two pull down enhancement
to progressive mode images for easier viewing by Film Mode.
5. 3D Digital Uniformity and Digital Convergence
•Three-Dimensional Digital Uniformity compensates
uneven picture brightness even for pictures at any
brightness level from white to dark. And, with Digital
Convergence, a slight distortion of convergence can
be easily adjusted on the service menu screen without
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Important
InformationOutstanding Features
6. Network Capability
•Self-Diagnosis/Projector Status
Self-diagnosis/Projector status function sends e-mail
messages to a specified computer about lamp usage
time and any malfunctions.
•Multiple & Group Projector Control
Up to 250 projectors can be controlled over a network.
Projector RS-232C OUT can be used for daisy chain
connection.
•Simple Stacking and Videowall Display
Comes with software for easy stacking and videowall processing even for input from a
single source.
7. Six Optional Lenses for Maximum Flexibility
•Standard Zoom Lens, Fixed Wide Lens, Wide-Zoom
Lens, Mid-Range Zoom Lens, Tele-Zoom Lens,
Super Zoom Lens
8. Multiple Input and Output Terminals
•BNC Terminal for RGB/Component/Video Signal
•PC Digital Input (DVI)
•Expansion Terminal for Optional Boards
Board for Network Capability: RS-422 Board, LAN Board
(Soon-to-be-released)
Expansion Video Board: Serial Digital Interface (SDI) Board
9. Easy Setup
•Power Lens Shift, Power Zoom & Focus, Digital Keystone Correction
•High Speed AutoSync Technology (4 to 8 sec.)
10. Advanced Presentation Features
•Built-in Presentation Tools, Picture-in-Picture, Digital Enlargement, Freeze
•Customizable Startup Screen & Background Screen
11. Application Software
•“Sharp Advanced Presentation Software—Professional Edition” (Network and
Remote Control)
LAN
LAN LAN 
						

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Information
Contents
Important Information
Introduction ............................................. 1
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................... 2
Outstanding Features ............................. 5
Contents ................................................... 7
How to Access the PDF Operation
Manuals ............................................... 9
Part Names ............................................... 10
Supplied Accessories ............................. 13
Connections ............................................. 14
Power Supply ............................................ 14
Projecting Computer Images .................... 14
Watching Video Images and
Laser Disc Images ................................. 17
Watching DVD and Digital TV Images ...... 18
For Better Sound ....................................... 18
Power ON/OFF .......................................... 19
Setting Up the Screen ............................. 20
Using the Adjustment Feet ........................ 20
Adjusting the Projection Distance ............. 21
LENS Button .............................................. 29
Image Projection ..................................... 30
Rear Projection .......................................... 30
Projection Using a Mirror ........................... 30
Ceiling-mount Projection ........................... 30
Using the Operation Buttons ................. 31
Selecting the Input Signal Source ............. 31
Adjusting the Volume ................................. 31
Muting the Sound ...................................... 31
Superimposing a Black Screen ................. 32
Displaying a Still Image ............................. 32
Magnifying a Specific Portion
of an Image .......................................... 33
Adjusting the Picture Aspect Ratio ............ 34
Gamma Correction Function ..................... 35
Selecting the Remote Control Mode ......... 36
Operating the Remote Control .................. 36
Connecting the Mouse Receiver ............... 38
Using as a Laser Pointer ........................... 39
Using as a Wired Remote Control ............. 39
Setup &
Connections
Operation Buttons
Setup & Connections
Operation Buttons
Basic Operation
Useful Features &
Network Function
Appendix
Maintenance &
Troubleshooting 
						

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Important
InformationContents
Basic Operation
Useful Features &
Network Function
Useful Features ....................................... 59
Locking the Operation Buttons
on the Projector .................................... 59
Deselecting Inputs .................................... 59
Selecting the Transmission Speed
(RS-232C) ............................................ 60
Protecting Important Settings
with a Password ................................... 61
Network Function .................................... 62
Setting Up the Optional Boards ................ 62
Controling Multiple Projectors
with ID Numbers .................................. 63
Setting the Stacking Mode ........................ 63
Using the Presentation Tools ..................... 64
Operating the Network Function ............... 65
Maintenance &
Troubleshooting
Lamp/Maintenance Indicators ................ 69
Lamp Maintenance .................................. 70
Confirming the Lamp Usage Time ............ 70
Setting the Lamp Mode ............................. 71
Replacing the Lamp .................................. 71
Replacing the Air Filter ........................... 73
Troubleshooting ...................................... 74
For SHARP Assistance (U.S.A. only) ..... 74
Appendix
Guide to Effective Presentations ........... 75
Connecting Pin Assignments ................ 79
(RS-232C) Specifications and
Command Settings ............................. 80
Wired Remote Control Terminal
Specifications ..................................... 83
Computer Compatibility Chart ............... 84
Dimensions .............................................. 85
Specifications .......................................... 86
Glossary ................................................... 87
Index ......................................................... 88
Using the GUI (Graphical User
Interface) Menu Screen ...................... 40
Basic Operations ....................................... 40
Menu Bars ................................................. 41
Adjusting the Picture ................................. 43
Adjusting the Computer Images
(RGB menu only) ................................. 46
Adjusting the Sound .................................. 50
Displaying Dual Pictures
(RGB menu only) ................................. 51
Reducing Image Noise
(VIDEO menu only) .............................. 52
Turning On/Off the On-screen Display ...... 53
Setting the Video Signal
(VIDEO menu only) .............................. 53
Selecting a Background Image ................. 54
Selecting a Startup Image ......................... 54
Selecting the Economy Mode ................... 55
Reversing/Inverting Projected Images ...... 56
Selecting the On-screen Display
Language ............................................ 57
Displaying the Adjustment Settings .......... 58
Setup & Connections Operation Buttons Basic OperationMaintenance &
TroubleshootingAppendix
Useful Features &
Network Function 
						

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Information
How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals
PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM. 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 download it from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com) or install it from the CD-ROM.
To Install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM
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, please download the
appropriate version from the Internet.
Accessing the PDF Manuals
For Windows:
1Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2Double click on the “My Computer” icon.
3Double click on the “CD-ROM” drive.
4Double click on the “manuals” folder.
5Double click on the “acrobat” folder.
6Double click on the “windows” folder.
7Double click on the desired installation program
and follow the instructions on the screen.
For Macintosh:
1Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2Double click on the “CD-ROM” icon.
3Double click on the “manuals” folder.
4Double click on the “acrobat” folder.
5Double click on the “mac” folder.
6Double click on the desired installation program
and follow the instructions on the screen.
For Windows:
1Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2Double click on the “My Computer” icon.
3Double click on the “CD-ROM” drive.
4Double click on the “manuals” folder.
5Double click on the “xg-v10xu” folder.
6Double click on the language (name of the folder)
that you want to view.
7Double click on the “v10x” pdf file to access the
projector manuals.
Double click on the “saps” pdf file to access the
Sharp Advanced Presentation Software manual.
8Double click on the pdf file.
For Macintosh:
1Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2Double click on the “CD-ROM” icon.
3Double click on the “manuals” folder.
4Double click on the “xg-v10xu” folder.
5Double click on the language (name of the folder)
that you want to view.
6Double click on the “v10x” pdf file to access the
projector manuals.
Double click on the “saps” pdf file to access the
Sharp Advanced Presentation Software manual.
7Double click on the pdf file.
•If the desired pdf file cannot be opened by double clicking the mouse, start 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 on the CD-ROM not included in this operation manual.