Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PG-M20X Sharp
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DIGIT AL MUL TIMEDIA PR OJECT OR MODEL PG-M20X OPERA TION MANU AL Introduction Setup and Connections Basic Operation Easy to Use Functions Appendix.
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/ EEC. Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/ 68/EWG.
SPECIAL NO TE FOR USERS IN THE U.K. The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-r ewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 13A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or AST A approved BS 1362 fuse marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Swedish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese (T raditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese), Korean and Arabic. Carefully r ead through the operation instructions before operating the pr ojector .
Introduction -1 Before using the pr ojector , please read this operation manual carefull y . There ar e two important reasons for prompt warranty r egistration of your new SHARP Projector , using the REGISTRA TION CARD packed with the projector .
-2 W ARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the pr ojector is turned off. During normal operation, when tur ning the power off always use the PO WER button on the projector or on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped befor e disconnecting the power cor d.
Introduction -3 Outstanding Features 1. Ima g e Quality • Superior image quality with Fujinon™ optical lens system • Newl y developed DDR (Doub le Data Rate) chip eliminates Color Break- ing phenomena common with pre vious g eneration DLP™ pr ojectors.
-4 Contents Adjusting the Picture ........................................ 40 Adjusting Image P r efe r ences ................................. . 40 Selecting the Signal T ype ....................................... 40 P r og r essive Mod e ..........
Introduction -5 Setting the Anti-Thef t ........................................ 63 Entering the Keycode ............................................. . 63 Changing the Keycode .......................................... . 64 Initializing the Settings .
-6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the pr oduct is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for futur e refer ence. 3. Heed W arnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Introduction -7 18. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product fr om the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power -supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
-8 IMPOR T ANT SAFEGU ARDS (cont.) Be sur e to read the following safeguar ds when setting up your projector . Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ P otential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp r up- ture, contact y our nearest Shar p Au- thorized Projector Dealer or Service Center f or a replacement.
Introduction -9 PDF operation manuals in several languages are inc luded in the CD-R OM. T o utiliz e these manuals, y ou need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on y our PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you ha ve not installed Acrobat Reader y et, y ou can download it fr om the Internet (http:// www .
-10 Projector (Front and Top View) Part Names 28 70 70 28 32 36 36 30 31 29 36 29 33 44 16 29 10 13 31 Foot releases/Adjustment feet For adjusting the projector ’ s height. Attaching the terminal cover Attach the terminal cover by placing it on the side panel of the projector and pressing it into place, as shown in the illustration.
Introduction -11 24 20 69 11 26 21 21 24 Projector (Side View) Exhaust vent AC socket Kensington Security Standard connector Using the Kensington Lock • This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System.
-12 Remote Control Part Names (cont.) 28 49 48 30 29 29 29 29 44 32 36 46 36 50 36 33 26 FOR W ARD/BA CK b utton Moves forward or backwards when connected to a computer using a USB cable. Same as the [Page Down] and [Page Up] keys on a computer keyboard.
Introduction -13 23' (7 m) 30 ° 30 ° 45 ° Using the Remote Control ■ The remote control can be used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration. Note • The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy oper ation.
-14 Note Accessories Remote control RRMCGA013WJSA T wo R-03 batteries ( “ AAA ” size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar) Power cord (6' (1.8m)) For U.
Setup and Connections Setup and Connections.
Up Down Foot releases Adjustment feet Setup Using the Adjustment Feet The height of the projector can be adjusted using the adjustment feet when the surface of the projector is placed on is une ven or when the screen is slanted.
Setup and Connections -17 90 ° 90 ° Example of Standard Setup Setting up the Screen P osition the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and le vel to achieve an optimal ima ge . Note • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen.
-18 Setup (cont.) Screen Size and Projection Distance 90 ° H Screen Base line: Horizontal line passing through the lens center . Lens center L:Projection distance The formula f or picture size and projection distance L1 (ft) = (0.048539X – 0.037278) / 0.
Setup and Connections -19 When using the default setting. ▼ On-screen Display Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Pr ojection from behind the screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience. ■ Rev erse the image by setting “ Rear ” in “ PRJ Mode ” .
Connecting the Pr ojector to Other De vices Before Connecting Note • Bef ore connecting, be sure to tur n off both the projector and the devices to be connected.
Setup and Connections -21 1 D VI to 15-pin D-sub cab le Connecting the Projector to a Computer Connecting to a Computer Using the DVI to 15-pin D-sub Cable 1 Connect the pr ojector to the computer using the supplied D VI to 15-pin D-sub cable. • Secure the connectors by tightening the thumbscrews.
-22 1 D VI cable (sold separately) Connecting the Pr ojector to Other De vices (cont.) Connecting to a Computer Using a DVI Cable (Sold Separately) This projector comes installed with a D VI digi- tal input terminal in which computer digital im- age signals can be directly input.
Setup and Connections -23 1 D VI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor (sold separately) Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting to Component Video Equipment Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable and D VI to 15-pin D-sub adaptor when connecting to the INPUT 1 terminal, component video equipment such as D VD play ers and DTV* decoders.
1 S-VIDEO cable (commercially a vailable) Connecting the Pr ojector to Other De vices (cont.) Connecting to Video Equipment Using an S-VIDEO, a Composite Video or an Audio Cable Using an S-VIDEO , video, or audio cable, a VCR, laser disc player or other audio-visual equipment can be connected to INPUT 2, IN- PUT 3 and A UDIO terminals.
Setup and Connections -25 T o RGB output por t Connecting to a Monitor Watching Images on Both the Projector and a Monitor Y ou can display computer images on both the projector and a separate monitor using an RGB monitor loop-out adaptor and an RGB cable.
FOR W ARD/BA CK button Connecting the Pr ojector to Other De vices (cont.) Using the Wireless Presentation Function of the R emote Control The Wireless Presentation function on the pr ojector works the same as the [P age Up] and [P age Down] keys on a computer ke yboard.
Basic Operation Basic Operation.
Image Projection Basic Procedure Connect the required external equipment to the projector before operating the following procedures. The language preset at the factory is English. If you want to change the on-screen display to another language, reset the language ac- cording to the procedure on page 30 .
Basic Operation -29 " On-screen Display (Example) ➝ ➝➝ Using Analog RGB Using Component INPUT 2 Mode Using S-Video INPUT 3 Mode Using Video 3 Press , or on the remote control to select the INPUT Mode.
Image Projection (cont.) POWER button 5 Press to temporaril y turn off the picture and sound. Note • Pressing again will turn the pic- ture and the sound back on. 6 Press , then press again while the confirmation message is displayed, t o turn off the pro- jector .
Basic Operation -31 Zoom in Z o o m o u t 3 Press or to select the desired language, and then press . 4 Press . • The desired language will be set as the on-screen displa y . Adjusting the Lens The image is focused and adjusted to the desired size using the focus ring or zoom knob on the projector .
Correcting the T rapezoidal Disto r tion ( K e ystone Correction ) Correcting the Trap- ezoidal Distortion This function allows for Keystone (On-screen T rapezoidal Distortion) Correction. Note • Keystone Correction is the correction for trapezoidal distortion that occurs when the image is positioned away from the center axis of the screen.
Basic Operation -33 Easy to Use Functions ■ Setting the Video Signa l ..................................................................................... . p a g e 55 ■ Displ a y ing Dual Pictures (Pict in Pict) .................................
-34 Menu Bar Items This list shows the items that can be set in the pr ojector . ■ INPUT 1 Mode Page 66 Note • The resolution, vertical frequency and horizontal frequency figures displayed above are for example pur poses only .
Basic Operation -35 ■ INPUT 2 / 3 Mode +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +30 – 30 +3 – 3 English Deutsch Espa ñ ol Nederlands Fran ç ais Italiano Svenska Portug.
This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. Y ou can operate the menus fr om the projector or remote contr ol using the follo wing pr oce- dure.
Basic Operation -37 2 Press or to select the menu you want to adjust. Note • For details on the menus, see the tree charts on pages 34 and 3 5 . 3 Press or to select the item you want to adjust. Note • T o display a single adjustment item, press after selecting the item.
MENU button buttons ENTER button MENU button buttons ENTER button ▼ On-screen Display Basic Operations (Settings) 1 Press . Note • The “ Picture ” menu screen for the selected input mode is displayed. • The on-screen display shown on the right is displayed when the INPUT 1 mode is selected.
Basic Operation -39 4 Press . • The cursor shifts to the sub menu. 5 Press or to select the setting of the item displayed in the sub menu. 6 Press . • The item selected is set. Note • Some adjustment items will display a confirmation message. When setting an item, press or to select “ Ye s ” or “ OK ” and then press .
Adjusting the Picture Y ou can adjust the projector’ s picture to y our preferences with the f ollowing picture settings. Selected Item Description button button Contrast Bright Color Tint Sharp Red.
Basic Operation -41 Progressive Mode This function allows you to select the pro- gressive display of a video signal. The pro- gressive display projects a smoother video image. Select “ Progressive Mode ” in the “ Pic- ture ” menu ➝ For settings, see page 38 .
Adjusting Computer Images Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering in portions of the screen. When Auto Sync is OFF When “ Auto Sync ” is “ OFF ” , interference such as flickering or vertical stripes may oc- cur if displaying tilings or vertical stripes.
Basic Operation -43 Selecting Adjustment Settings Adjustment settings stored in the projector can be easily accessed. Select “ Select Setting ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu ➝ For details, see page 38 . Note • If a memory position has not been set, a resolution and frequency setting will not be displayed.
Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automatically adjust a computer im- age. Select “ Auto Sync ” in the “ Fine Sync ” menu ➝ For settings, see page 38 . Note When setting to “ Normal ” or “ High Speed ” : • Auto Sync adjustment will occur when the projector is turned on or when the inputs are switched, when connected to a com- puter .
Easy to Use Functions Easy to Use Functions.
46 Selecting the Picture Displa y Mode Switching the Picture Display Using Different Input Signals 1 Press . • Each time is pressed, the displa y changes as sh o wn on page 4 7 . Note • In the Dot by Dot Mode , images are dis- play ed in the original resolution, therefore they will not be enlarged.
Easy to Use Functions -47 4:3 aspect ratio Other aspect ratios SVGA (800 × 600) XGA (1024 × 768) SXGA (1280 × 960) UXGA (1600 × 1200) SXGA (1280 × 1024) NORMAL 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768.
48 Storing an Image in Still Image Format 1 Press . • The projected image is frozen. 2 Press again to return to the moving ima ge from the cur- rently connected de vice. Displa ying a Still Image This function all o ws y ou to instant l y free z e a m o ving im a g e .
Easy to Use Functions -49 Enla r ging a Specific P o r tion of an Im a g e Displaying an Enlarged Portion of an Image 1 Press . • Enlarges the image. • Pressing or enlarges or re- duces the projected image. Note • Y ou can change the location of the enlarged image using , , or .
50 Selected Mode ST ANDARD PRESENT A TION CINEMA GAME Description F or Standard picture Brightens dar ker portions of image for more enhanced presentations. Giv es greater depth to darker por tions of image for a more e xciting theater experience. Natural color gr adation for pla ying a game, etc.
Easy to Use Functions -51 Displ a ying Dual Pictures ( Pict in Pict ) Picture in Picture function allows y ou to displa y two pictures on the same screen. Y ou can display the image input fr om INPUT 2 or 3 as an inset picture o verlapping the main picture from INPUT 1.
52 Selecting the P ower Sa ve Mode The P ower Sa ve Mode or the A utomatic P ower Shutoff function allo ws you to reduce the power consumption of the pr ojector . Setting the Power Save Mode Function to control the quantity of pr ojected light. Select “ ON ” or “ OFF ” to decrease or increase brightness and power consumption.
Easy to Use Functions -53 Acti v ating the sRGB Color Man a g ement Function This function calibrates the projector ’ s output to conform to sRGB standard (6,500K). Using Auto Search Select “ A uto Search ” in the “ Options (1) ” me n u ➝ For settings, see pa g e 36 .
54 Video Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) System Reducing Image Noise (DNR) Select “DNR” in the “Options (1)” me n u ➝ For settings, see p a g e 38 . Note • Set a le vel so as to vie w a clearer picture. Make sure to set DNR to “OFF” in the f ol- lowing cases: • When the image is blurry .
Easy to Use Functions -55 Setting the Video Signal Setting the Video Signal Select “ Video System ” in the “ Options (1) ” me n u ➝ For settings, see pa g e 38 . Note • The video signal can only be set in IN- PUT 2 or INPUT 3 mode. • In “ A uto ” , images are displa yed in P AL e ven if P AL-N or P AL-M input signals are received.
56 Sa ving Pr ojected Images • This pr ojector allows y ou to capture projected ima ges (RGB signals) and set them as a startup image , or backgr ound image when no signals are being received. • Y ou can capture the images that are input using analog RGB signals and Digital DVI XGA signals.
Easy to Use Functions -57 Setting a Ba c kg r ound Im a g e This function allows y ou to select the image displa yed when no signal is being sent to the projector . *1 Y ou can set a captured image as a background image in “ Image Capture ” . *2 If the input signal has interference , the screen will be displa yed with the interf erence.
58 Lamp Usage Time Using an RGB monitor loop-out adaptor (sold separately) and an RGB cab le (commerciall y av ailable), be sure to set to “ Y es (Y Cable) ” when you want to displa y computer ima g es both on the projector and on a monitor .
Easy to Use Functions -59 Displa ying the Break Timer " On-screen Display Displaying and Setting the Break T imer Select “Break Timer” from the “Options (2)” me n u ➝ For details, see p a g e 36 . 1 When “ ” is display ed, press or to set the Break Timer .
Reversing/Inverting Projected Images This projector is equipped with a reserve/invert image function that allows you to reverse or invert the projected image for various applications. Setting the Pr ojection Mode Select “ PRJ Mode ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu ➝ For settings, see page 3 8 .
Easy to Use Functions -61 Canceling the Keylock Setting When the Keylock Level is set to “ Normal ” , all buttons are functional. Select “ K eylock Le vel ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu and set “ Normal ” . ➝ For settings, see page 38 .
Easy to Use Functions -63 Setting the Anti-Theft The anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use of the pr ojector . Y ou can choose to use this function or not.
Setting the Anti-Theft (cont.) When “ Anti-Theft ” is set, the keycode inputting section appears after the power is turned on. At that time , enter the right keycode. • Press the buttons on the remote control if the buttons on the remote control are used f or setting the ke ycode.
Easy to Use Functions -65 Initializing the Settings This function allows y ou to initialize the settings y ou have made in the pr ojector . Retur ning to the Default Settings Select “ All Reset ” in the “ Options (2) ” menu ➝ For resetting, see page 36 .
This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen. Displa ying the Adjustment Settings Checking the Adjustment Settings on a List Select the “ Status ” menu and press ➝ For details, see page 36 .
Appendix Appendix.
Carrying the Projector How to Use the Carr ying Case When carrying the projector , attach the lens cap to the lens, and place it in the included carrying case . 1 Open the cover of the carrying case. 2 Remove the inner pad ding from the carrying case, and fold it in the direction of the arr ows.
Appendix -69 Cleaning the lens ■ Use a commercially av ailable b low er or lens cleaning paper (for glasses and camer a lenses) for cleaning the lens . Do not use any liquid type cleaning agents, as they ma y wear off the coat- ing film on the surface of the lens .
-70 Maintenance Indicator s Info • If the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator illuminate s , and the p o wer tu r ns of f , f oll o w the ab o v e possi b le solu tions and then w ait until the projector has cooled down completely be f ore plugging in the p o w er cord and tu r ning the p o w er ba c k on.
Appendix -71 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced after appr o ximately 1,900 cum ulative hours of use or when y ou notice a significant deterioration of the picture and color quality . The lamp us a g e time can be c he c ked with the on-screen displ a y .
PO WER b utton Regar ding the Lamp (cont.) Removing and Install- ing the Lamp Unit Info • Be sure to remov e the lamp unit by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surf ace of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector . • T o a void injury to yourself and damage to the lamp , be sure to carefully follo w the steps below .
Appendix -73 A C soc ket PO WER b utton buttons ENTER b utton User service screw 4 Remove the lamp unit. • Remov e the securing screws from the lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit b y the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow . 5 Insert the new lamp unit.
-74 1 2 4 3 17 ••••••••• ~ ••••••••• •••• ~ •••• •••• ~ •••• 24 18 23 C3 2 1 9 16 C1 C2 C4 C5 8 7 • D VI Digital INPUT Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal 1 T .M.D .S data 2 – 16 Hot plug detection 2 T .
Appendix -75 Computer Compatibility Char t * T emporary noise may be visible with v ertical frequencies above 100Hz if OSD functions are activated. Note • This projector may not be ab le to displa y images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CR T/LCD) mode.
-76 T roub leshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • P ow er to the e xter nal connected devices is off . • The selected input mode is wrong. • Cables incorrectly connected to side panel of the projector . • Remote control batteries have run out.
Appendix -77 Check Problem Page Power cannot be turned on or off using the POWER button on the projector Picture is green on INPUT 1 COMPONENT Picture is pink (no green) on INPUT 1 RGB Picture is dark Picture is too bright and whitish The VOLUME buttons on the projector do not work • The Keylock level is set.
-78 For SHARP Assistance If you encounter an y prob lems during setup or operation of this pr ojector , fir st refer to the “ T r oubleshooting” section on pa g es 76 and 77 . If this operation ma n ual does not an s wer your question, please contact the SHARP Service depar tments listed below .
Appendix -79 Specifications Digital Multimedia Projector PG-M20X NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/P AL/P AL-M/P AL-N/P AL 60/SECAM/ DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV720P/DTV1080 I Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device ™ (DMD ™ ) b y T exas Instruments Panel size: 0.7" (17.
-80 Side View Side View Top View Rear View Front View Bottom View 11 15 / 16 (302.5) 1 1 / 2 (38.7) 1 3 / 8 (34.2) 3 1 / 4 (82.9) 3 (76.1) 10 5 / 16 (261.5) 4 1 / 8 (104) 3 1 / 8 (80) 5 / 16 (7.5) 12 9 / 16 (318.3) 8 5 / 8 (219) 5 1 / 16 (128) 4 9 / 16 (115.
Appendix -81 Glossary Advanced intelligent compression High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu- tion images to fit the projector ’ s nativ e resolution. Anti-theft In case the projector is stolen, this function dis- ables projection of images if the correct keycode is not entered.
-82 2D Progressive .................................................... 4 1 3D Progressive .................................................... 4 1 AC socket ............................................................ 2 0 Adjustment buttons .........
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