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DATA PROJECTOR
XJ-460/XJ-560
User's Guide
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Make sure you read all of the precautions in the
printed "User's Guide (Basic Operations)" first.
Also see the "User's Guide (Basic Operations)"
for information about setting up the projector and
replacing its lamp.
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Keep this manual in a safe place for future
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  • Page 1 Make sure you read all of the precautions in the printed “User’s Guide (Basic Operations)” first. Also see the “User’s Guide (Basic Operations)” for information about setting up the projector and replacing its lamp. • Keep this manual in a safe place for future...
  • Page 2 Any other use is forbidden without the permission of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any lost profits or claims from third parties arising out of the use of this product or this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Remote Controller Signal Range ... 64 Projection Distance and Screen Size... 65 Connecting to a Component Video Output Device ... 66 Connecting a Computer to the Projector’s USB Port ... 67 Full-screen Display of an RGB Image... 68 Password Feature ... 69 Cleaning the Projector...

  • Page 4: Projection Operations

    “Zoom and Focus” (page 7) Start projection (presentation, video, etc.). • Perform the required operation on the input source computer or video equipment. • Use the projector’s various functions to adjust the projected image as required. ] (power) key to turn on the projector.
  • Page 5 Projection Operations Auto Input Source Selection When you turn on the projector, it checks the status of each input source (whether or not the input source is sending a signal) in the sequence shown below. It automatically selects the first input source it finds that is sending an input signal, and projects the applicable image.
  • Page 6 [Projector] [INPUT] key To select the input source using projector keys, press the [INPUT] key on the projector to cycle through input sources in the sequence shown below. (RGB/Component) To select the input source using remote controller keys, press the [RGB/COMPONENT], [VIDEO], or [S-VIDEO] key on the remote controller to select the input source you want.

  • Page 7: Zoom And Focus

    Projection Operations Zoom and Focus Use the [ZOOM] keys to adjust the image size, and the [FOCUS] keys to focus the image. To adjust image size Hold down the [ZOOM +] key to increase the size of the image or the [ZOOM –] key to decrease it.

  • Page 8: Keystone Correction (Af/Ak, Keystone)

    For details, see “Image Adjustment” on page 31. Keystone Correction (AF/AK, KEYSTONE) When the projector is at an angle to the screen it is projecting on, the projected image may have different length left and right edges, or top and bottom edges. This phenomenon is called, “keystoning”.
  • Page 9 (uncorrected) image, or it can cause distortion of the image. If the projected image becomes difficult to view, try moving the screen and/or projector so they are oriented close to the configuration shown under “Setting Up the Projector” in the “User’s Guide (Basic Operations)”.

  • Page 10: Manual Keystone Correction

    Proper Auto keystone correction and Auto Focus are not possible if the projector is not on a level surface. Make sure you set up the projector correctly, in accordance with the information under “Getting Ready” in the “User’s Guide (Basic Operations)”.
  • Page 11 This causes the keystone correction screen to disappear. Auto Focus (AF) At times, the projector may not focus properly when you press the [AF/AK] key. This can be caused by local environmental factors, etc. If this happens, focus the image manually or try performing the AF operation again.

  • Page 12: Using Color Mode (Color Mode)

    Performing the AF/AK (Auto Focus, auto keystone correction) operation when there is sharp angle and when there is only a short distance between the projector and screen can result in the left and right edges of the image to be out of focus. If this happens, reduce the angle or increase the distance between the projector and screen.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Volume Level (Vol +/-)

    Projection Operations The [COLOR MODE] key is disabled while the projector is connected to a computer over a USB connection (page 67). To select the color mode in this case, use “Image Adjustment Color Mode” (page 32). Adjusting the Volume Level (VOL +/–) You can use the remote controller keys to adjust the volume level of the audio that is output from the projector’s speaker.

  • Page 14: Enlarging The Projected Image (D-Zoom +/-)

    Projection Operations Enlarging the Projected Image (D-ZOOM +/–) You can use the remote controller’s zoom keys to enlarge a specific part of the projected image up to four times its original size. To enlarge part of the projected image On the remote controller, press the [D-ZOOM +] or [D-ZOOM –] key. This causes a cross cursor ( Use the remote controller’s cursor keys to move the cross cursor to the part of the image that you want in the center of the enlarged image.

  • Page 15: Using Picture-In-Picture (P-In-P)

    Projection Operations Using Picture-in-Picture (P-IN-P) While RGB is selected as the input source, you can display a sub-window that simultaneously displays the image being input through the VIDEO or S-VIDEO terminal. This function is called “picture-in-picture” or “P-IN-P”. RGB input image The initial default setting for the sub-window input source is VIDEO.
  • Page 16 On the remote controller, press the [RGB] key to select RGB as the input source. You can also select the input source using the projector’s [INPUT] key. On the remote controller, press the [P-IN-P] key to display the sub- window.

  • Page 17: Freezing The Projected Image (Freeze)

    Freezing the Projected Image (FREEZE) The freeze function stores the current projected image in projector memory, and projects it as a still image. To freeze the projected image On the remote controller, press the [FREEZE] key.

  • Page 18: Displaying The Pointer

    You can use the pointer to point to a specific location of the projected image during a presentation. The pointer cannot be displayed while the projector is connected to a computer over a USB connection (page 75). The pointer can be displayed regardless of the input source.

  • Page 19: Operating The Computer With The Remote Controller (Wireless Mouse)

    You can use the remote controller as a wireless mouse to perform mouse operations on the computer that is connected to the projector. Wireless mouse capabilities really come in handy when you need to open a presentation software file for projection during a meeting or presentation.
  • Page 20 Projection Operations To operate the computer with the remote controller Use the mini D-Sub cable and USB cable that come with the projector to connect the computer to the projector. After that, turn on the projector and the computer. See the following for more information.

  • Page 21: Using The Setup Menu

    Pressing the [MENU] key while an image is being projected displays the setup menu on the projected image. The setup menu can be used to configure a variety of different projector settings. The following table shows the menu items that are available in the Setup Menu.
  • Page 22 Using the Setup Menu Main menu Sub-menu RGB Input Video Signal S-Video Signal Input P-in-P Input Settings Signal Name Indicator Special Signal Restore Menu Defaults Auto Input Detect Auto Adjust Low-noise Mode (XJ-560 only) Auto Power Off Option Key Lock Settings1 Power On Password Custom Logo Settings...

  • Page 23: Before Configuring Menu Settings

    Using the Setup Menu Before Configuring Menu Settings Always remember that the settings you configure on the setup menu are applied for the input source (RGB, Component, S-VIDEO, VIDEO) that was selected when you displayed the setup menu. Note the following important points. The items that appear on the setup menu depend on the currently selected input source and other factors.

  • Page 24: Setup Menu Screen Operations

    Using the Setup Menu Setup Menu Screen Operations This section explains projector operations you need to perform while configuring setup menu settings. It also provides details about each sub-menu item type. Basic Setup Menu Operations The following is the general flow of the steps you need to perform when configuring setup menu operations.
  • Page 25 Using the Setup Menu Press the [ENTER] key. This selects the top item in the sub-menu. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select the sub-menu item whose setting you want to change. Change the setting or select an option to configure the currently selected sub-menu item.
  • Page 26 Using the Setup Menu Sub-menu Operations This section explains steps you need to perform in order to configure settings for each sub- menu item type (value, selection, setting screen, execution, information). Value Setting Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item consists of a value and a bar graph. Examples: Image Adjustment Operation: Press the [ ] key to make the value smaller, or the [ ] key to make it larger.
  • Page 27 Using the Setup Menu Setting Screen Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item displays a separate screen that you use to configure its settings. Examples: Image Adjustment Operation: The following example shows how to configure settings for Input Settings Video Signal, S-Video Signal Press the [VIDEO] key to select the VIDEO input terminal as the input source.
  • Page 28 Using the Setup Menu Execution Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item returns a setting to its initial default value. Examples: Image Adjustment Time Initializing Settings (page 29) Resetting the Lamp Time (User’s Guide (Basic Operation)) Information Type Sub-menu Item This type of sub-menu item provides status and setup information.
  • Page 29 Using the Setup Menu Initializing Settings The setup menu lets you initialize the settings of a particular main menu item, or for all setup menu items. To initialize the settings of a particular main menu item Example: To initialize the settings of the “Image Adjustment” main menu item. Performing the following procedure returns all of the sub-menu items under the currently selected main menu item to their initial default settings.
  • Page 30 Using the Setup Menu To initialize all menu settings Performing the following procedure initializes all sub-menu items for all menus, except for the language (Option Settings1 Lamp Time). Note that initialization does not delete the custom logo. Perform steps 1 through 4 under “Basic Setup Menu Operations” on page 24.

  • Page 31: Setup Menu Reference

    Using the Setup Menu Setup Menu Reference This section provides detailed explanations about the contents for all of the setup menu items. The titles in this section use the format: Main Menu Item Image Adjustment IImage Adjustment This sub-menu adjusts the brightness of the projected image. A larger value produces a brighter image.
  • Page 32 Using the Setup Menu IImage Adjustment This sub-menu lets you select from among five different color settings to optimize projection in accordance with image contents and projection conditions. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) (Presentation), Standard, Graphics, Theater, Blackboard Component Presentation, (Standard), Graphics, Theater, Blackboard...
  • Page 33 Using the Setup Menu Adjusting Color Balance by Selecting a Color Temperature Value You can use the procedure below to adjust color balance. Changing the color temperature of an image alters its whiteness. A lower color temperature makes whites redder, while a higher color temperature makes them bluer. On the “Image Adjustment”...
  • Page 34 This sub-menu lets you manually control the phase of the image. Normally, the projector is able to adjust the phase automatically. If there are color errors or flickering in the projected image, however, it means that automatic adjustment is not possible for some reason.

  • Page 35: Volume Adjustment

    Volume Adjustment IVolume Adjustment This sub-menu can be used to adjust the volume level of the projector’s speaker. This setting is also linked to volume settings made with the remote controller’s [VOL +] and [VOL –] keys. Changing this setting when there is no input signal changes the volume setting of the currently selected signal source.

  • Page 36: Screen Settings

    Using the Setup Menu Screen Settings IScreen Settings Vertical Keystone Correction This sub-menu lets you correct for vertical keystoning of the projected image. Vertical keystone correction can be performed regardless of the currently selected input source. A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources. IScreen Settings Horizontal Keystone Correction This sub-menu lets you correct for horizontal keystoning of the projected image.
  • Page 37 16:9. In this case, this setting cannot be changed. Using this projector to reduce, enlarge, or otherwise alter an image for business purposes or public display may infringe upon the rights of the individual who holds the copyright of...
  • Page 38 When RGB is selected as the input source and the video resolution of the connected computer is anything other than XGA (1024 × 768 pixels), “Resize Image To Fit” automatically enlarges or reduces the input image so it matches the video resolution of the projector and fills the entire screen.
  • Page 39 A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources. IScreen Settings Ceiling Mount Use this sub-menu to configure the projector for use in an installation in which it is positioned upside down. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.)
  • Page 40 Using the Setup Menu IScreen Settings Startup Screen Use this sub-menu to specify whether or not a startup screen should be projected whenever the projector is turned on. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.)
  • Page 41 Using the Setup Menu IScreen Settings Mute Screen This sub-menu lets you specify what should be projected during mute (page 13). Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.) Blue, (Black), Logo Component S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Explanations Blue: Displays a blue screen during mute.

  • Page 42: Input Settings

    Setting Storage This setting is saved for the RGB input terminal only. IInput Settings Video Signal, S-Video Signal This sub-menu specifies the input signal for the projector’s VIDEO and S-VIDEO input terminals. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.)
  • Page 43 Using the Setup Menu Setting Explanations Auto: Select this setting to have the projector switch the video signal system automatically in accordance with the input signal from the video device that is connected to the VIDEO or S-VIDEO input terminal. This is the setting you should normally use.
  • Page 44 RGB signal being sent from the computer and projects the image. Some signals, however, cannot be detected properly by the projector. When auto detection is not possible for some reason, try using this setting for a computer signal with a resolution of SXGA (1280 ×...

  • Page 45: Option Settings1

    S-VIDEO VIDEO No Signal Setting Explanations Turns on auto detection of the input source whenever the projector is turned on. Off: Turns off auto detection of the input source whenever the projector is turned on. Setting Storage A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources.
  • Page 46 This setting is saved for the RGB input terminal only. IOption Settings1 Low-noise Mode (XJ-560 only) The low-noise mode reduces the luminosity of the projection lamp and the speed of the cooling fan, allowing quieter projector operation. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.)
  • Page 47 Using the Setup Menu IOption Settings1 This sub-menu lets you turn Auto Power Off (see “Turning Off the Projector” in the separate “User’s Guide (Basic Operations)”) on or off. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.)
  • Page 48 While the projector is on: Hold down the projector’s [ESC] key for about five seconds. While the projector is off: Simultaneously hold down the projector’s [ESC] and [ You can use the above projector operations to turn off key lock if the remote controller batteries unexpectedly go dead, etc.
  • Page 49 Turns on the power on password, which requires input of a password to turn on the projector. Off: Turns off the password, which allows the projector to be operated without inputting a password. Setting Storage A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources.
  • Page 50 Using the Setup Menu To display the power on password setting screen Perform steps 1 through 4 under “Basic Setup Menu Operations” on page 24. Select the “Option Settings1” main menu, and then select the “Power On Password” sub-menu item. Press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 51 Using the Setup Menu Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to turn the power on password on or off. Changing the power on password setting causes the message like the one shown below to appear. Press the [ENTER] key to change the setting. If you do not want to change the setting, press the [ESC] key.
  • Page 52 Capturing a Custom Logo Image You can create a custom logo by capturing part of an image that is currently being projected by the projector. The display size and position of a custom logo created by capturing an image depend on the configuration of the following settings when you capture the image: Logo Vertical, Logo Horizontal, Custom Logo Zoom, Background Color, and Resolution.
  • Page 53 Using the Setup Menu To capture a custom logo Project the still image that you want to use as the custom logo. Perform steps 1 through 4 under “Basic Setup Menu Operations” on page 24. Select the “Option Settings1” main menu, and then select the “Custom Logo Settings”...
  • Page 54 Using the Setup Menu Use the cursor keys to move the cross cursor and draw the selection boundary. When the area you want to capture is enclosed by the selection boundary, press the [ENTER] key. This causes the message “Start image capture and registration as custom logo?” to appear.
  • Page 55 Using the Setup Menu Configuring Custom Logo Capture Settings Before capturing a custom logo, configure the following settings to control its position, zoom, and other parameters when it is projected. Setting Logo Vertical Logo Horizontal Custom Logo Zoom Background Color Resolution The “Logo Vertical”, “Logo Horizontal”, and “Background Color”...
  • Page 56 Using the Setup Menu To configure custom logo settings Perform steps 2 and 3 under “To capture a custom logo” on page 53 to display the custom logo setting screen. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select the custom logo item whose setting you want to change.
  • Page 57 Press the [MENU] key to exit the setup menu. Initializing the custom logo settings and deleting the custom logo causes the projector’s preset logo to appear when “Logo” is selected for the startup screen (page 40), no signal screen (page 40), and mute screen (page 41).
  • Page 58 Setting Storage A single setting is stored, which is applied to all input sources. This setting is required the first time you turn on the projector. For more information, see “Specifying the Display Message Language” in the separate “User’s Guide (Basic Operation)”.

  • Page 59: Option Settings2

    Using the Setup Menu IOption Settings1 Restore Menu Defaults This sub-menu returns all of the sub-menu items on the Option Settings1 main menu to their initial default settings. You can perform initialization even when there is no input signal. In this case, the initialization is performed for the currently selected input source.
  • Page 60 “Keystone Correction (AF/AK, KEYSTONE)” (page 8). When Continuous AF/AK is turned off, turning off projector power while focus is near its maximum or minimum setting can cause the projected image to be out of focus the next...
  • Page 61 Using the Setup Menu IOption Settings2 Zoom Memory Zoom memory lets you save the zoom setting when the projector is turned off, so it can be restored automatically the next time the projector is turned on. Input Source Specific Menu Items Input Source Available Items (Parentheses indicate defaults.)

  • Page 62: Operational Info

    IOperational Info Signal Name This sub-menu item shows the signal name of the signal input to the projector. The “Signal Name” column of the table under “Supported Signals” on page 76 shows the signal names that are displayed by this sub-menu item.

  • Page 63: Restore All Defaults

    Using the Setup Menu IOperational Info Scan System This sub-menu item appears only when RGB or Component is the input signal, and shows the scanning frequency of the input signal. The input signal is interlace or non-interlace for RGB signal input, and interlace or progressive for Component signal input. Restore All Defaults IRestore All Defaults This sub-menu returns all of sub-menu items on all main menus to their initial default...

  • Page 64: Appendix

    Remote Controller Signal Range When performing an operation on the remote controller, point it at the remote control signal port on the back or front of the projector. The following illustration shows the range of the remote controller signal. ± 40 degrees max.

  • Page 65: Projection Distance And Screen Size

    Appendix Projection Distance and Screen Size The allowable projection range is from 0.8 meter (2.62 feet) to 16.1 meters (52.82 feet), which is the distance from the surface of the lens to the screen. Screen Size 300 8.3 m to 16.1 m (27.23 feet to 52.82 feet) 16 m 14 m...

  • Page 66: Connecting To A Component Video Output Device

    (Green: Y; Blue: Cb/Pb; Red: Cr/Pr). You can use the optional YK-3 component video cable to connect to pin jack (RCA) type component video output terminals. The projector does not support connection to any other type of terminal.

  • Page 67: Connecting A Computer To The Projector's Usb Port

    Connecting a Computer to the Projector’s USB Port After you connect a computer to the projector’s USB port, you can use the remote controller to perform computer mouse operations, and previous page and next page operations. The illustration shows how to connect to the USB port.

  • Page 68: Full-Screen Display Of An Rgb Image

    The projector outputs images using XGA (1024 pixels × 768 pixels) video resolution. When the input signal from the computer connected to the projector is not an XGA signal, “Resize Image To Fit” automatically enlarges or reduces the image so it matches the projector’s video resolution and fills the entire screen.

  • Page 69: Password Feature

    You will not be able to use the projector if you forget the password for some reason. If you forget the password, you will need to bring the following two items to your CASIO distributor to have the password cleared. Note that you will be charged to have the password cleared.

  • Page 70: Cleaning The Projector

    60 minutes. Cleaning the Projector Exterior Wipe the exterior of the projector with a soft cloth that has been moistened in a weak solution of water and a mild neutral detergent. Be sure to wring all excess moisture from the cloth before wiping.

  • Page 71: Reattaching The Lens Cover

    Certain operating conditions also can cause dirt and dust to accumulate around the projector’s other intake and exhaust vents (on the sides, etc.). If this happens, use the same procedure as that described above to clean the side vents.

  • Page 72: Projector Troubleshooting

    Do not apply undue force to the lens cover when performing the above step. Pressing too strongly can damage the tabs of the lens cover. Projector Troubleshooting Check the following items whenever you experience any problem with the projector. Problem The projector does not turn on when I press the [ (power) key.
  • Page 73 The correct output source is not selected on the projector. On the projector, select the input source that corresponds to the device whose image you are trying to project. Images may not project correctly when you have the component output terminal of a video device connected to the RGB terminal of the projector.
  • Page 74 1. Press the [ ] (power) key to turn off the projector. 2. After the projector’s cool down is finished and the fan is completely stopped, unplug the AC power cord. 3. Plug the power cord back in and turn the projector back on again.

  • Page 75: Computer System Requirements For Usb Connection

    Appendix Computer System Requirements for USB Connection The following are the minimum Windows and Macintosh computer system requirements for USB connection with the projector. IWindows IBM PC/AT or compatible computer with USB port and Windows 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, or XP preinstalled IMacintosh Macintosh computer with USB port and OS 8.6 to 9, 10.1, or 10.2 preinstalled...

  • Page 76: Supported Signals

    Appendix Supported Signals RGB Signal Signal Name 640 × 350/85 VESA 640 × 400/85 720 × 400/85 640 × 480/60 640 × 480/72 640 × 480/75 640 × 480/85 800 × 600/56 800 × 600/60 800 × 600/72 800 × 600/75 800 ×...
  • Page 77 Appendix Component Signal HDTV SDTV Video/S-Video Signal Signal Name NTSC NTSC4.43 PAL-M PAL-N PAL60 SECAM * Listing of a device in the above table does not guarantee that you will be able to display its images correctly. * When “640 × 350/85” is the input signal, the “Operational Info” sub-menu items show 640 × 400/85 information.
  • Page 78 MA0412-A...

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