Sharp Xv Z12000 Projector User Manual

							Setting the Video System
Setting the Video
System
Select “Video System” in the “Options”
menu on the menu screen.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
Note
•The video signal can only be set in IN-
PUT 3 or INPUT 4 mode.
•In “Auto”, images are displayed in PAL
even if PAL-N or PAL-M input signals are
received.
The video input system mode is preset to “Auto”; however, a clear picture from the con-
nected audio-visual equipment may not be received, depending on the video signal differ-
ence. In that case, switch the video signal.
When connected to PAL video equipment.
When connected to SECAM videoequipment.
When reproducing NTSC signals in
PAL video equipment.
When connected to NTSC video equipment.
PA L
SECAM
NTSC4.43
NTSC3.58
* If the input signal has interference, the screen
will be displayed with the interference.
Selecting a
Background Image
Select “Background” in the “Options”
menu on the menu screen.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
Selected Item
 Blue
 None
Description
Blue screen
Black screen 
*
Setting a Background Image
This function allows you to select the image displayed when no signal is being sent to the projector.
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Selecting the Economy Mode
These functions allow you to reduce the power consumption of the projector.
Setting the Power Save
Select “Power Save” in “Economy
Mode” under the “Options” menu on the
menu screen.
•“Power Save” is switched “ON” and
“OFF” by pressing 
.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
RS-232C Off Function
This projector consumes power when using a
computer connected to the RS-232C terminal.
When not using these terminals, “RS-232C
Port” can be set  to “OFF” to reduce standby
power consumption.
Select “RS-232C Port” in “Economy
Mode” under the “Options” menu 
on the
menu screen.
•“RS-232C Port” is switched “ON” and
“OFF” by pressing 
.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
Note
•Set “RS-232C Port” to “ON” when using the
SharpVision Manager Software.
Brightness
80%
100% Status
ON(Low power mode)
OFF
(
Standard mode)
Lamp powerconsumption
220 W
270 W
Description
Although noise is reduced when
“Power Save” is set to “ON”,
brightness decreases by 20%.
“Power Save” mode is factory
preset to “OFF”.
Selected Item
(ON/LowPower mode)
(OFF/Standard mode)
Description
RS-232C connection is set to “ON”.
The RS-232C is operating at all
times (to accept communications).
RS-232C connection is set to
“OFF”. RS-232C does not
operate when the power supply
is in standby.
Selected Item
(ON)
(OFF)
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							Selecting the Economy Mode
Selecting the Transmission Speed (RS-232C)
This menu allows you to adjust the transmission speed of the RS-232C connection by select-
ing the baud rate.
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Selecting the Transmis-
sion Speed (RS-232C)
Select “RS-232C” in the “Options”
menu on the menu screen.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
Note
•Make sure that both the projector and com-
puter are set for the same baud rate. Refer to
the computer’s operation manual for instruc-
tions for setting the computer’s baud rate.
Automatic Power Off
Function
Select “Auto Power Off” in “Economy
Mode” under the “Options” 
menu on the
menu screen.
•“Auto Power Off” is switched “ON” and
“OFF” by pressing 
.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
Note
•When the Auto Power Off function is set to
“ON”, 5 minutes before the projector enters
the standby mode, the message “Enter
STANDBY mode in X min.” will appear on
the screen to indicate the remaining minutes.
•When Auto Power Off function is set to
“OFF”, “LED” is set to “ON” automatically.
Be sure to set Auto Power Off function to
“ON” to use LED Off function. (See page 67.)
Description
When no input signal is
detected for more than 15
minutes, the projector will
automatically enter the standby
mode.
The Auto Power Off function
will be disabled.
Selected Item
(ON)
(OFF)
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Reversing/Inverting Projected Images
This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you to reverse or
invert the projected image for various applications.
Setting the Projection
Mode
Select “PRJ Mode” in the “Options”
menu on the menu screen.
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
Selected Item
Front
Ceiling + Front
Rear
Ceiling + Rear
Description
Normal image
Inverted image
Reversed image
Reversed and inverted image
Front Ceiling+Front RearCeiling+Rear
Note
•This function is used for the reversed im-
age and ceiling-mount setups. See page
32 for these setups.
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							This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen.
Displaying the Adjustment Settings
Overview of All Menu
Settings
Select the “Status” menu on the menu
screen and press 
 .
➝For operating the menu screen, see
pages 42 to 45.
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							Appendix
Appendix
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Cleaning the lens

Use a commercially available blower or lens
cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)
for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid type
cleaning agents, as they may wear off the coat-
ing film on the surface of the lens.

As the surface of the lens can easily get dam-
aged, be sure not to scrape or hit the lens.
Cleaning the exhaust and intake vents

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the
exhaust vent and the intake vent.
Maintenance
Cleaning the projector

Be sure to unplug the power cord before clean-
ing the projector.

The cabinet as well as the operation panel is
made of plastic. Avoid using benzene or thinner,
as these can damage the finish on the cabinet.

Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides
on the projector.
Do not attach rubber or plastic items on the pro-
jector for long time.
    The effects of some of the agents in the plastic
may cause damage to the quality or finish of the
projector.

Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth.

When the dirt is hard to remove, soak a cloth in a
neutral detergent diluted with water, wring the
cloth well and then wipe the projector.
Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, warp
or damage the coating on the projector.
Make sure to test on a small, inconspicuous area
on the projector before using.
WaxThinner
Neutral detergent
diluted with water
Neutral detergent
Cleaning
Paper
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Cleaning the Ventilative Holes
STANDBY
button
STANDBY
button
Cleaner 
hose
Cleaner
hose
Ventilative
holes
Ventilative
holes
•This projector is equipped with
ventilative holes to ensure the opti-
mal operating condition of the projec-
tor.
•Periodically clean the ventilative hole
by vacuuming it off with a vacuum
cleaner.
•The ventilative holes should be
cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean
the ventilative holes more often when
the projector is used in a dirty or
smoky location.
Cleaning the
Ventilative Holes
1Press  on the projector or
 on the remote control to
put the projector into the
standby mode.
•Wait until the cooling fan stops.
2Disconnect the Power Cord.
3Clean the dust off by putting
the cleaner hose on the intake
ventilative holes.
Side and Rear viewBottom view
Ventilative holesVentilative
holes
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Maintenance Indicators

The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector.

If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate
red, and the projector will enter the standby mode. After the projector has entered the standby
mode, follow the procedures given below.
About the temperature warning indicator
If the temperature inside the pro-
jector increases, due to blockage
of the air vents, or the setting lo-
cation, “
” will blink in the
lower left corner of the picture. If the temperature
keeps on rising, the lamp will turn off and the tem-
perature warning indicator will blink, the cooling
fan will run for  further 90 seconds, then the pro-
jector will enter the standby mode. After “
”
appears, be sure to perform the following mea-
sures.
About the lamp indicator

When the lamp ex-
ceeds 1,900 cumula-
tive hours of use, “
”
will be displayed on the screen in yellow.
When the cumulative hours of use reach
2,000, “
” will change to red, the lamp
will automatically turn off and then the pro-
jector will automatically enter the standby
mode. At this time, the LAMP REPLACE-
MENT indicator will illuminate in red.

If you try to turn on the projector a fourth
time without replacing the lamp, the pro-
jector will not turn on.
Maintenance indicator Condition Problem Possible Solution
Temperature
warning
indicatorNormalAbnormal
OffRed on/
StandbyThe internal
temperature is
abnormally high. Abnormal
• Blocked air intake•Relocate the projector to an area
with proper ventilation.
•Cooling fan break-
down
•Internal circuit failure
•Clogged air intake•Take the projector to your nearest
Authorized SharpVision Service
Center or Dealer for repair.
•Clean the ventilative holes accord-
ing to the procedure on page 77.
Lamp
indicatorRed on/
StandbyThe lamp does
not illuminate.•Burnt-out lamp
•Lamp circuit failure•Carefully replace the lamp. (See
page 81)
•Take the projector to your nearest
Authorized SharpVision Service
Center or Dealer for repair.
•Please exercise care when
replacing the lamp.
Blue on*
Blue
blinks
when the
lamp is
active.
Power
indicatorThe power
indicator blinks
in red when the
projector is on.•The exhaust vent
cover is open.•Securely install the cover.
•If the power indicator blinks even
when the exhaust vent cover is
securely installed, contact your
nearest Authorized SharpVision
Service Center or Dealer for
advice. Blue on*/
Red onRed blinks
Temperature warning indicator Lamp indicator Power indicator
Red
blinksLamp replace-
ment time.•The lamp usage
time has exceeded
1,900 hours.
* Blue is off when “LED” is set to “OFF”. (See page 67.)
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Info
•If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters the standby mode, follow the pos-
sible solutions on the previous page and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before
plugging in the power cord and turning the power back on. (At least 5 minutes.)
•If the power is turned off for a brief moment due to power outage or some other cause while using the
projector, and the power supply recovers immediately after that, the lamp indicator will illuminate in red and
the lamp may not be lit. In this case, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, replace the power cord in the
AC outlet and then turn the power on again.
•If you want to clean the air vents during projector operation, be sure to put the projector into the standby
mode. After the cooling fan has stopped, clean the vents.
•Do not unplug the power cord after the projector has entered the standby mode and while the cooling fan is
running. The cooling fan runs for about 90 seconds.
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