Sharp Xv Z7000u Projector User Manual

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Setup & Connections
Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the back of the projector.
Power cord
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Connecting the Projector
1Connect one end of the S-video cable to the S-VIDEO
INPUT terminal, or one end of the video cable to the
VIDEO INPUT terminal on the projector and the video
output terminal on the video source.
2To use the built-in audio system, connect the RCA
connectors to the corresponding AUDIO INPUT (S-
VIDEO, VIDEO  INPUT) terminals on the projector and
the audio output terminals on the audiovisual source.
The S-VIDEO INPUT terminal uses a video signal system
in which the picture is separated into a color and a
luminance signal to realize a higher-quality image.
• For higher quality video, you may use the S-VIDEO INPUT terminal on
the projector. S-video cable is sold separately.
• If your video equipment does not have an S-video output terminal, use
the composite video output terminal.
Connecting the Projector to Audiovisual Equipment
You can connect your projector to a VCR, laser disc player, DVD player, DTV decoder and other audiovisual
equipment.
CAUTION
•Always turn off the projector while connecting to audiovisual equipment, in order to protect both the projector and the
equipment being connected.
Connecting a video source (VCR, laser disc player, DTV decoder or DVD player) using the standard video and audio input
VIDEO
INPUT S-VIDEO
INPUTAUDIO INPUT(S-VIDEO, VIDEO INPUT)LR
1 Video cable (sold separately) 2 Audio cable (sold separately)
To audio output terminals
To video output terminal
To S-video output terminal 1 S-video cable (sold separately)
Projector
VCR,
Laser disc player,
DTV decoder or
DVD player OR
CAUTION
•Make sure you connect the power cord firmly into the AC  socket.
OR 
						

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Setup & Connections
INPUT 2NENTAUDIO INPUTRGB /COMPONENT PR(INPUT 1, 2)
RS-232CINPUT 1 INPUT 2/COMPONENTAUDIO INPUTRGB /COMPONENT PRPBY(INPUT 1, 2)
Connecting the Projector
Connecting an audiovisual source (DTV decoder or DVD player) using the RCA input
1Connect each RCA connector to the corresponding
INPUT 1/COMPONENT terminals on the projector.
2Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding
terminals of a DVD player or DTV decoder.
3To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of an
audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT (INPUT 1, 2) terminal
on the projector.
Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on
the audiovisual equipment.
•A 3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable adaptor may be
necessary.
DTV decoder
or
DVD player To audio output terminals Audio cable (sold separately)
RCA component cable (sold separately)
To analog component output terminals
Projector
Connecting an audiovisual source (DTV decoder or DVD player)
using the 15 pin video and audio input
DTV decoder
or
DVD player To analog component output terminals D-sub/RCA cable (sold separately)
Projector
Audio cable (sold separately)
To audio output terminals When connecting this projector to a DVD player or a DTV decoder, select “Component” by using RGB/COMPONENT on
the remote control or the GUI menu. (See page 25.)
When connecting this projector to a DVD player or a DTV decoder, select “Component” by using RGB/COMPONENT on
the remote control or the GUI menu. (See page 25.)
1Connect the one end of the D-sub/RCA cable to the
INPUT 2 RGB/COMPONENT port on the projector.
2Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding
terminals of a DVD player or DTV decoder.
3To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of an
audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT (INPUT 1, 2) terminal
on the projector.
Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on
the audiovisual equipment.
•A 3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable adaptor may be
necessary. 
						

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Setup & Connections
Connecting the Projector
RS-232CINPUT 1 INPUT 2/COMPONENTAUDIO INPUTRGB /COMPONENT PRPBY(INPUT 1, 2)
Connecting the Projector to a Computer
You can connect your projector to a computer for projection of full color computer images.
Connecting a computer using the standard 15-pin video and audio input
1Connect one end of the computer RGB cable to the
INPUT 2 RGB/COMPONENT port on the projector.
Secure the connector by tightening the thumb screws.
2Connect the other end to the Monitor output port on the
computer. Secure the connector by tightening the thumb
screws.
3To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of
the computer audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT (INPUT
1, 2) terminal on the projector.
4Connect the other end to the Audio output terminal on
the computer.
CAUTION
•Before connecting, be sure to turn both the projector and the
computer off. After making all connections, turn the projector
on first. The computer should always be turned on last.
•Please read the computer’s operation manual carefully.
•Refer to page 45 “Computer Compatibility Chart” for a list of computer
signals compatible with the projector. Use with computer signals other
than those listed may cause some of the functions not to work.
•A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh
computers. Contact your nearest Authorized SharpVision Service Center
or Dearler.
When connecting this projector to a computer, select “RGB”
by using RGB/COMPONENT on the remote control or the
GUI menu. (See page 25.)
Connecting other compatible computers
When connecting the projector to a compatible computer other than an IBM-PC (VGA/SVGA/XGA/SXGA) or Mac-
intosh (i.e. Workstation), a separate cable may be needed. Please contact your dealer for more information.
When connecting this projector to a computer, select “RGB” by using RGB/COMPONENT on the remote control or the GUI
menu. (See page 25.)
•Connecting computers other than the recommended types may result in damage to the projector, the computer, or both.
“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 using the “Plug and Play” function, be sure to turn on the projector first and the connected computer last.
•The DDC, Plug and Play function of this projector operates only when used in conjunction with a VESA DDC compatible computer. 
						

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Setup & Connections
RS-232CINPUT 1/COMPONENTAUDIO INPUTPRPBY(INPUT 1, 2)
Connecting RS-232C Port
When the RS-232C port on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross
type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector.
See pages 43 and 44 for details.
DIN-D-sub RS-232C
cable
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1Connect the supplied DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable to the RS-232C port on the projector.
2Connect an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, sold separately) to the other end of DIN-D-sub RS-232C
cable and to the serial port on the computer.
Connecting the Projector
CAUTION
•Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C cable to or from the computer while it is on. This may damage your computer.
•The RS-232C function may not operate if your computer port is not correctly set up. Please refer to the operation manual of
the computer for details on setting up.
•A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Authorized SharpVision
Service Center or Dealer.RS-232C cable
(null modem, cross type, sold separately)
ProjectorDIN-D-sub
RS-232C cable 
						

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Operation
Operation
Basic Operations
1Make the necessary connections before pro-
ceeding. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
The POWER indicator illuminates red and the
projector enters standby mode.
• If the side filter cover is not securely installed, the POWER
indicator flashes.
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
ON/OFF
KEYSTONE
ProjectorMaintenance indicators
Remote control2Press ON/OFF on the projector for over one
second, or POWER on the 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 odor may be emitted from the exhaust vent.
This odor will soon disappear with use.
•Do not press any buttons before the startup image
disappears. Before “Adjusting The Image” appears, only
ON/OFF or POWER is available.
ON/OFF
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
KEYSTONE
INPUT
BACK ENTER MENUPICT MODEVOL
POWER
MUTE
BACK
MENU
ENTER
2
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.
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
ON/OFF
KEYSTONE
Maintenance indicators
4 3
3Slide the ZOOM knob. The image can be adjusted
to the desired size within the zoom range.
4Rotate the FOCUS ring until the image on the
screen becomes clear.
Startup image  
						

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Operation
Basic Operations
Projector Remote control
EXAMPLE
f
5
dg
s
6
7
8
INPUT 1 Mode INPUT 2 Mode
VIDEO Mode S-VIDEO Mode
5Press INPUT on the projector, INPUT 1, INPUT 2,
S-VIDEO or  VIDEO on the remote control to select
the desired input mode.
Press INPUT, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, S-VIDEO or
VIDEO again to change the mode.
•When the selected input signal is being received, “Adjusting
The Image” will be displayed.
•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.
•If you accidentally pressed ON/OFF or POWER and do not
want to turn off the power, wait until the power off screen
disappears.
•When ON/OFF or POWER 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.
•Wait until the cooling fan stops before disconnecting the
power cord.
•The power can be turned on again by pressing ON/OFF or
POWER. When the power is turned on, the POWER indicator
and the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator light green.
•The POWER indicator flashes if the right side filter cover is
not securely installed.
6Press VOLUME on the remote control to adjust
the volume.
7Press MUTE on the remote control to temporarily
turn off the sound.
Press MUTE again to turn the sound back on.
8Press ON/OFF on the projector for over one
second,  or POWER on the remote control.
Press ON/OFF or POWER again while the
message is displayed.
WARNING:
The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about
90 seconds after the projector is turned off. During normal
operation, when turning the power off always use the ON/
OFF button on the projector or the POWER button on the
remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped before
disconnecting the power cord.
DURING NORMAL OPERATION, NEVER TURN THE
PROJECTOR OFF BY DISCONNECTING THE POWER
CORD. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WILL RESULT IN
PREMATURE LAMP FAILURE.
ON/OFF
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
KEYSTONE
INPUT
BACK ENTER MENUPICT MODEVOL
POWER
MUTE
BACK
MENU
ENTER
RGB/
COMPONENT
INPUT 1PICT MODE
AUTO SYNC INPUT 2 GAMMA
KEYSTONEVIDEO FREEZE S-VIDEO CLR TEMP
8
5 6
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Operation
Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image.
Move the projector forward or backward if the edges of the image are distorted.
•The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be
distorted, making viewing difficult.
•Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly onto the screen washes out colors, making viewing
difficult. Close the curtains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room.
•A polarizing screen cannot be used with this projector.
Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size. (See the table
below.)
Setting up the Screen
Standard Setup (Front Projection)
15
 (38.1 cm)
12
 (30.5 cm)
9
 (22.9 cm)
6
 (15.2 cm)
5 
1⁄32
 (12.8 cm)
4 5⁄16
 (11.0 cm)
3 19⁄32
 (9.1 cm)
2 13⁄32
 (6.1 cm) Distance from the lens center to the
bottom of the image (H)
Maximum (L1)
32 10
 (10.0 m)*1
31 5
 (9.6 m)
23 6
 (7.2 m)
15 7
 (4.8 m)
13 1
 (4.0 m)
11 2
 (3.4 m)
9 4
 (2.8 m)
6 2
 (1.9 m)Minimum (L2)
32 7
 (9.9 m)
26 (7.9 m)
19 6
 (5.9 m)
1211
 (3.9 m)
10 10
 (3.3 m)
9 3
 (2.8 m)
7 8
 (2.3 m)
5 1
 (1.6 m)
Projection distance (L) Picture size
The formula for picture size and projection
distance
FULL Mode
(4:3)
Diag. (x)
250

200

150

100

84

72

60

40
Width
200

160

120

80

67

58

48

32
Height
150

120

90

60

50

43

36

24

The formula for picture size and projection
distance
Width
196

174

131

116

92

87

80

73

63

52

35
Height
110

98

74

65

52

49

45

41

35

29

20
 Diag. (x)
225

200

150

133

106

100

92

84

72

60

40

WIDE Mode
(16:9)
3 43⁄64
 (9.3 cm)
3 17⁄64
 (8.3 cm)
2 29⁄64
 (6.2 cm)
2 11⁄64
 (5.5 cm)
1 47⁄64
 (4.4 cm)
1 41⁄64
 (4.2 cm)
1 1⁄2
 (3.8 cm)
1 3⁄8
 (3.5 cm)
1 11⁄64
 (3.0 cm)
 63⁄64
 (2.5 cm)
 21⁄32
 (1.7 cm) Distance from the lens center to the
bottom of the image (H)
Maximum (L1)
32 10
 (10.0 m)*2
32 10
 (10.0 m)*3
25 7
 (7.8 m)
22 8
 (6.9 m)
18 1
 (5.5 m)
17 (5.2 m)
15 8
 (4.8 m)
14 3
 (4.4 m)
12 3
 (3.7 m)
10 2
 (3.1 m)
6 9
 (2.0 m)Minimum (L2)
32 0
 (9.8 m)
28 5
 (8.7 m)
21 3
 (6.5 m)
18 10
 (5.7 m)
14 12
 (4.6 m)
14 1
 (4.3 m)
12 12
 (4.0 m)
11 10
 (3.6 m)
10 1
 (3.1 m)
8 5
 (2.6 m)
5 7
 (1.7 m)
Projection distance (L) Picture size
L1 (feet) = (0.0481x0.0447)3.28
L
2 (feet) = (0.0399x0.0447)3.28
H (inches) = 0.06x
L
1 (feet) = (0.0524x0.0447)3.28
L
2 (feet) = (0.0436x0.0447)3.28
H (inches) = 0.0163x
Width
144

120

80

67

58

48

32
Height
108

90

60

50

43

36

24
 Diag. (x)
180

150

100

84

72

60

40
3 19⁄32
 (9.1 cm)
3
 (7.6 cm)
2
 (5.1 cm)
1 
11⁄16
 (4.3 cm)
1 7⁄16
 (3.7 cm)
1 3⁄16
 (3.0 cm)
13⁄16
 (2.0 cm) Distance from the lens center to the
bottom of the image (H)
Maximum (L1)
32 10
 (10.0 m)*4
31 4
 (9.6 m)
20 10
 (6.3 m)
17 6
 (5.3 m)
14 11
 (4.6 m)
12 5
 (3.8 m)
8 3
 (2.5 m)Minimum (L2)
31 3
 (9.5 m)
25 12
 (7.9 m)
17 3
 (5.3 m)
14 6
 (4.4 m)
12 4
 (3.8 m)
10 3
 (3.1 m)
6 9
 (2.1 m)
Projection distance (L) Picture size
The formula for picture size and projection
distance
NORMAL Mode
(4:3)
•There are errors of 3% in the formulas above.
•Values with a minus () sign indicate the distance of the lens center below the bottom of the screen.
•The values do not match up when applying the formula in *1 to *4 above. However, this is not a calculation
error.
• For optimum focus, the recommended projection distance (L) is from 3 9
 (1.15m) to 32 10
 (10.0m).
L1 (feet) = (0.0641x0.0447)3.28
L
2 (feet) = (0.0532x0.0447)3.28
H (inches) = 0.02x
x: Picture size (diag.) (inches)
L
1: Maximum projection distance (feet)L2: Minimum projection distance (feet)
H: Distance from the lens center to the
  bottom of the image (inches) 
						

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Operation
Setting up the Screen
Using the Adjustment Feet
You can adjust the height of the image by raising the projector with the
foot releases.
1Press the foot releases and lift the projector to the desired angle.
(Adjustable up to approximately 7° from the standard position.)
2Remove your hands from the foot releases. Once the adjustment
feet have locked in position, release the projector.
3If the screen is at an angle, the adjusters can be used to adjust
the angle of the image.
Returning the projector to its original position
While holding the projector, press the foot releases and slowly lower the projector
to its original position.
•When an adjustment is made, the image may become distorted (keystoned), depending
on the relative positions of the projector and the screen.
•Optimal image quality can be achieved when the projector is positioned perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level.
Reversed Image Setup
Projection using a mirror
•When the distance between the projector and screen
is not sufficient for normal rear projection, you can
use a mirror to reflect the image onto the screen.
•Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens.
•Project the normal image onto the mirror.
•The image reflected from the mirror is projected onto
the translucent screen.
Rear projection
•Place a translucent screen between the projector and
the audience.
•Use the projector’s menu system to reverse the
projected image. (See page 34 for use of this
function.)
CAUTION
•When using a mirror, be sure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so the light does not shine into the eyes of
the audience.
Ceiling-mount Setup
•It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount
bracket for this installation.
•Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Authorized
SharpVision Dealer or Servicer to obtain the recommended ceiling-
mount bracket and hardware (sold separately). (AN-CM240 ceiling-
mount bracket, AN-EP101AP extension tube for AN-CM240 and
AN-PGCM80 ceiling adapter for AN-CM240.)
•When the projector is in the inverted position, use the upper edge
of the screen as the base line.
•Use the projector’s menu system to select the appropriate projection
mode. (See page 34 for use of this function.)
CAUTION
•Do not press the foot releases when the adjustment feet are extended without firmly holding the projector.
•Do not hold the lens when lifting or lowering the projector.
•When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fingers caught in the area between the adjustment feet and the
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Operation
Setting up the Screen
Projector
Digital Keystone Correction
Remote control•When the image is distorted due to the projection
angle, the digital keystone correction function allows
you to correct it.
•The digital keystone correction can be made by
pressing KEYSTONE, or by setting “Keystone”
correction in the GUI menu.Using the GUI menu
1Press MENU.
2Press 
∂/ƒ to select “Options”, and then press
ENTER.
3Press 
∂/ƒ to select “Keystone”, and then press
ENTER.
4Press 
∂/ƒ to move the  mark to the desired
setting.
5To exit from the GUI, press MENU.
•To reset the keystone setting, press BACK.
•Straight lines and the edges of the displayed image may
appear jagged, when adjusting the keystone setting.
(GUI) On-screen Display
Projector Remote control
ON/OFF
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
KEYSTONE
INPUT
BACK ENTER MENUPICT MODERGB/
COMPONENT
INPUT 1PICT MODE
AUTO SYNC INPUT 2 GAMMA
KEYSTONEVIDEO FREEZE S-VIDEO CLR TEMP
1
Using the KEYSTONE buttons
1Press KEYSTONE to adjust the setting.
ON/OFF
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
KEYSTONE
INPUT
BACK ENTER MENUPICT MODEVOL
POWER
MUTE
BACK
MENU
ENTER
2, 3, 4
2, 3
1, 5  
						

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Operation
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens
(GUI) On-screen Display
INPUT 1 or 2 (COMPONENT) mode Projector Remote controlThis projector has three sets of menu screens (INPUT 1
or 2 (COMPONENT), INPUT 2 (RGB) and S-VIDEO or
VIDEO) that allow you to adjust the image and various
projector settings. These menu screens can be
operated from the projector or the remote control with
the following buttons.
s
S-VIDEO or VIDEO mode
1Press MENU to display the main menu.
2Press ∂/ƒ to select an adjustment item in the main menu.
3Press ENTER to display the sub menu.
4Press ∂/ƒ to select an adjustment item in the sub menu.
5Press ENTER to activate the selected adjustment item.
6Press ∂/ƒ to adjust the item.
7Press BACK to return to the previous screen.
8Press MENU to exit from the GUI.
• For details on items on the menu screen, see the tree charts on pages 21 and 22.
s
INPUT 2 (RGB) mode
s
ON/OFF
POWERLAMP
TEMP.
KEYSTONE
INPUT
BACK ENTER MENUPICT MODEVOL
POWER
MUTE
BACK
MENU
ENTER
2, 4, 6
3, 5
7
1, 8
EXAMPLE