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“Supplied Accessories” on page 5. There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP LCD Projec- tor, using the REGISTRATION CARD packed with the projector. 1. WARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and labor warranty applicable to your purchase.
LCD Projector, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing. For your own protection and reliable usage of your LCD Projector, please be sure to read these “Important Safe- guards” carefully before use.
Cautions Concerning the Setup of the Projector • For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality, SHARP recommends that this projector be installed in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the projector is subjected to these environments, the lens and filter must be cleaned more often.
Outstanding Features The SHARP LCD Projector enables easy projection of large screen, full-color computer and video images that can be projected directly onto a video screen or white wall. This lightweight, convergence-free system allows for easy installation. DIRECT COMPUTER COMPATIBILITY...
Part Names For details on the use of each control and terminal, refer to the page number indicated in the brackets. Projector Front View Zoom knob [p. 11] Focus knob [p. 11] Remote control sensor [p. 8] Air filter [p. 28]/Cooling fan (Intake vent) POWER indicator [pp.
Operating the Wireless Mouse Remote Control This remote control can be used for basic operations of the projector as well as operations of a connected com- puter by using the wireless mouse functions and remote mouse receiver. Together with the laser pointer, this can help you create a more professional presentation.
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Operating the Wireless Mouse Remote Control Mouse cursor "COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J" CAUTION SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION SHARP PLAZA, MAHWAH, NEW JERSEY 07430 TEL : 1-800-BE-SHARP LASER RADIATION- U.S.A. ONLY DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM REMOTE CONTROL MODEL NO. : G1462CESA WAVE LENGTH : 670nm DC6V (1.5VX4PCS.)
Setting Up the Projector (Standard Setup) Optimal image quality can be achieved when the projector is positioned perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level. • 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.
(During this period, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator flashes.) • 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.
“RGB1” or “RGB2” display. • When no signals are being received, “NO SIGNAL” will be displayed. When a signal that the projector is not pre- set to receive is being received, “NOT REG.” will be dis- played.
When the power is turned on, the POWER indicator and the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator light green. • When the main power is off on the projector, the power cannot be turned on from the remote control. on the projector or...
: E N D MENU 2. Press ADJUSTMENT ∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ /ƒ ƒ ƒ ƒ ƒ on the projector or the remote control to select the item you want to adjust, then press ENTER to display the sub menu screen.
Picture Adjustments This projector’s picture is factory preset to standard settings. However, you can adjust it to suit your own prefer- ences by adjusting the four picture modes: “PICTURE”, “BRIGHT”, “RED” and “BLUE”. The adjustments can be stored in the “RGB1”, “RGB2” and “VIDEO” modes separately. (The following steps are used as an example in adjusting the picture in “RGB1 ADJ.”...
: E N D • When “AUTO SYNC” is set to “ON”, adjustments to the computer set- tings are automatically made when the projector is turned on or when the COMPUTER/RGB mode is changed. • When “AUTO SYNC” is set to “OFF”, automatic adjustments can be made by pressing AUTO SYNC on the projector or the remote control.
To return to normal screen, press MENU. Computer Mode Memory Adjustments This projector allows you to store up to seven RGB input adjustment settings for use with various computers. Once these settings are stored, they can be easily selected each time you connect the computer to the projector.
Audio Adjustments This projector’s audio is factory preset to standard settings. However, you can adjust it to suit your own prefer- ences by adjusting “TREBLE” and “BASS”. On-screen Display R G B 1 A D J . R G B 1 I N P U T A D J .
Checking the System Setup This function allows you to check the current input signal and lamp usage time. On-screen Display R G B 1 A D J . R G B 1 I N P U T A D J . I M A G E A D J .
MENU : E N D a. Blacking out the image Press BLACK SCREEN on the projector or the remote control to black out the image. “BLACK SCREEN” appears on the screen. To return to the presentation image press BLACK SCREEN again.
Blue Screen Function (VIDEO mode only) This function can be used to display a blue screen when the video input terminal is not connected to anything, when the video equipment is turned off, or when no video signal is being input through the video input terminal. •...
Using the Reverse/Invert Image Function This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function which allows you to reverse or invert the pro- jected image. • This function is useful for the reversed image and ceiling-mount setups. See page 24 for these setups.
Distance between lens and screen (L) Above is an illustration of maximum and minimum projection distances for the XG-NV4SU with a picture size of 100 inches (254 cm). Move the projector forward or backward if the edges of the image are distorted.
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. Example of a ceiling-mount setup •...
• The DDC, Plug and Play function of this projector operates only when used in conjunction with a VESA DDC compatible computer. Using the Remote Mouse Receiver and RS-232C Port •...
Connecting a Computer Connecting to the Computer Input Port You can connect your projector to a computer for easy projection of full-color computer images. Rear ports of the projector Computer input port ANALOG RGB OUT Computer cable (supplied) RGB signal output...
You can connect your projector to a VCR, laser disk player or external audio components. CAUTION • Always turn off the projector while connecting to video equipment, in order to protect both the projector and the equip- ment being connected.
• This projector is equipped with two air filters to ensure the optimal operating condition of the projector. • The air filters should be cleaned every 100 hours of use. Clean the filters more often when the projector is used in a dusty or smoky location.
If the lamp has been used for 2,000 hours, the projector power will automatically turn off and the projector will enter standby mode. If you turn on the power after the lamp has been used for 2,000 hours, “LAMP” will flash in red on the screen and the power will turn off.
Indicators” on page 29.) The lamp usage time can be checked with the On-screen Display (see page 19). If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Authorized Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Center for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp/cage module) of the current type BQC-XGNV4SU/1 from your nearest Authorized Sharp Industrial LCD Products Dealer or Service Center.
• MAIN POWER switch is not on. • Input is wrong. (See pages 12 and 13.) • Cables improperly connected to rear panel of the projector. (See pages 25, 26 and 27.) • Remote control batteries have run down. (See page 7.) •...
Transporting the Projector When transporting the projector, carry it by the carrying handle on the side of the projector. A soft-side carrying bag is also provided to transport the projector. Using the Carrying Handle Carrying handle Using the Carrying Bag...
• When using the computer control function of the projector, the projector operating status cannot be read to the computer. Therefore, confirm the status by transmitting the display commands for each adjustment menu and checking the status with the On-screen Display.
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IMAGE ADJUSTMENT VIDEO BACKGROUND LEVEL VOLUME ADJUSTMENT AUDIO ADJUSTMENT • RGB INPUT ADJUSTMENT can only be set in the dis- played computer mode. Projector CONTROL CONTROL ITEM CONTENTS POWER OFF POWER ON VIDEO RGB 1 ADJUSTMENT RGB 1 RGB 2...
See page 17, “Computer Mode Memory Adjustments” for details. • This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in “CRT only” mode. Details on how to change display modes can be found in your notebook computer’s operation manual.
Mouse control cable for Mac (QCNW-5114CEZZ), Computer audio cable (QCNW-4870CEZZ), Air filter (PFILD0076CEZZ), Lens cap (GCOVH1307CESA), Power cord (QACCU5013CEZZ), Carrying bag (GCASN0001CESA) This SHARP projector uses LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panels. These very sophisticated panels contain 485,616 pixels ( TFTs (Thin Film Transistors).
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