Sharp Xv Z10000u Projector User Manual

Connections and Setup
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Connecting to Compo-
nent Video Equipment
Using a 3 RCA to 15-pin
D-Sub Cable and the
DVI to 15-pin D-Sub
adaptor (INPUT 5)
Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-Sub cable and the
DVI to 15-pin D-Sub adaptor when connecting
to the INPUT 5 terminal, component video
equipment such as DVD players and DTV* de-
coders.
*
DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the
new digital television system in the United States.
Connect the projector to the video
equipment using a 3 RCA to 15-pin
D-Sub cable...

Optional
accessoryDVI cable
Type:AN-C3DV
(910 (3.0m))
DVI cable
(sold separately)
DVD player or
DTV* decoder
Connecting to Video
Equipment with the DVI
Output Terminal Using
the DVI Cable
Use the DVI cable when connecting to the IN-
PUT 5 terminal, video equipment with the DVI
output terminal such as DVD players and DTV*
decoders.
*
DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the
new digital television system in the United States.
Connect the projector to the video
equipment using the DVI cable.
Note...

Connections and Setup
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Connecting the Projector to a Computer
Optional
accessoryDVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor
Type: AN-A1DV (7.9 (20cm))Connecting to a Computer
Using the DVI to 15-pin
D-sub Adaptor and the
RGB Cable
Connect the projector to the com-
puter using the DVI to 15-pin D-sub
adaptor and the RGB cable.
•Secure the connectors by tightening the
thumbscrews.
Note
•See page 84 “Computer Compatibility
Chart” for a list of computer signals
compatible with the projector. Use with
computer signals...

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Connecting the thumbscrew cables

Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that it fits cor-
rectly into the terminal. Then, firmly secure the connec-
tors by tightening the screws on both sides of the plug.


Do not remove the ferrite core attached to the RGB cable.
Ferrite core
“Plug and Play” function

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...

Connections and Setup
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Controlling the
Projector Using an
RS-232C Cable
When the RS-232C terminal on the projector
is connected to a computer with an RS-232C
cable (null modem, cross type, sold sepa-
rately), the computer can be used to control
the projector and check the status of the pro-
jector. See page 80 for details.
Connect the projector to the com-
puter using an RS-232C cable.
Note
•Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C
cable to or from the computer while it is
on. This may damage your...

Connecting the Projector to Other Devices
Using as a Wired Remote Control
Connecting the Remote
Control to the Projector
When the remote control cannot be used due
to the range or positioning of the projector
(rear projection, etc.), connect a ø3.5 mm
minijack cable (commercially available or
available as Sharp service part QCNW-
4870CEZZ) from the WIRED R/C JACK on the
top of the remote control to the WIRED RE-
MOTE control input terminal.
ø3.5 mm minijack cable
(commercially available or available as...

Connections and Setup
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Setup
Foot releases
Adjustment feet
Using the Adjustment
Feet
The height of the projector can be adjusted
using the adjustment feet when the projector
is placed on an uneven surface or when the
screen is slanted.
The position of the projected image can be
made higher by adjusting the projector when
it is in a location lower than the screen.
1Press the foot releases and lift
the projector to the desired
angle.
2Remove your hands from the
foot releases. Once the adjust-
ment feet...

Zoom out
Zoom in
Zoom knob Focus ring
Adjusting the Lens
The image is focused and adjusted to the
desired size using the focus ring or zoom
knob on the projector.
1Zooming is adjusted by mov-
ing the zoom knob.
2The focus is adjusted by rotat-
ing the focus ring.
Setup
Zoom Knob
Focus ring
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Connections and Setup
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Down
U
p
Lens shift dial
HIGH CONTRAST/
HIGH BRIGHTNESS
MODE buttonUsing the Lens Shift
The height of the projected image can be ad-
justed within the shift range of the lens by
rotating the lens shift dial on the top of the
projector.
Note
•Do not turn the lens shift dial beyond the
upper limit and lower limit positions. This
may cause the projector to malfunction.
Selecting the HIGH
CONTRAST/ HIGH
BRIGHTNESS MODE
Pressing the HIGH CONTRAST/HIGH BRIGHT-
NESS MODE button...

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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 optimal image, position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on
the...