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SHARP DT-500 Operation Manual

1. Main menu Sub menu Fine Sync Clock ___ 150 150 Page 46 Page 46 onam Fuse 30218 Clock 0o og 1 gt Page 46 Phase 0 1E H Pos 150 150 H Pos o0 I gt V Pos od I Page 46 gt Reset V Pos 60 gt 60 Special Modes gt 10801 gt Page 46 Auto Sync gt On Reset Cur sig freq H 33 8 kHz V 60 Hz Special Modes 10351 gt 10801 gt SELADO ENTER a G RETURN BEND Auto Sync On Off pending putsignat i gt Page 46 e The Fine Sync menu is not available for on age INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 Page 46 Main menu Sub menu Options 1 Image Shift 24 24 Page 47 Page 47 m E 33 H Overscan H 30 30 Options1 menu Overscan V _ 30 30 Page 47 Subtitle 30 30 Tim OOM 3 2 Page 47 Image Shift oB I E Overscan H o E I f OSD Display On Off Overscan V oE I E gt Page 48 Subtitle oE I E Video System Auto NTSC 3 58 OSD Display gt On PAL PAL M Video System m Auto Page 48 SECAM PAIN NTSC 4 43 PAL 60 Signal Type m Auto di o H e Signal Type AUS ackgroun ue RGB Auto Power Off gt On gt Page 48 Component Lamp Timer Life Olh 100 lt SEL ADJ ENTER HDMI Setting Standard lt RETURN END Page 48 Enhanced
2. Main menu Sub menu Picture Picture Mode Standard Natural gt Page 43 gt Page 43 Dynamic Movie1 Movie2 Memory tates DAS C a t Contrast 30 e 30 H H Bright 30 30 1 Color 30 30 2 i Tint 30 4 30 2 H Sharp 30 gt 30 2 H H Red 30 430 H f i Blue 30 gt 30 H H i gt Page 43 i v A CLR Temp 5500K 6500K gt Page 44 7500K 8500K 9300K 10500K When a video signal S video signal or component 4801 5761 signal is input and the Progressive mode is set to 3D Progressive or Film Mode the C M S function cannot be used tem that cannot be set when inputting an RGB signal through INPUT 5 or INPUT 6 BrilliantColor 0 1 2 gt Page 43 C M S z Page 44 progresse prede gt Page 44 Film Mode DNR OFF gt Page 45 Level 2 Level 3 IRIS High Brightness gt Page 45 High Contrast Lamp Setting Bright gt Page 45 Eco Quiet Q Reset 1 C M S Hue R 30 e 30 gt Page 44 Y 30 30 E C M S Saturation G 30 e 30 2 gt Page 44 C 30 e 30 S C M S Value B 30 e 30 D gt Page 44 M 30 lt 430 Reset Reset 39 G o D E Menu Items Continued
3. 46 AUTO SYNG DUltOn 2 ente 46 Background rtt 48 Backlight button EE Blue 43 Bright 43 BrilliantGolor sen nie etre 43 Checking the Input Signal 46 CINEMA ZOOM 36 37 CIOCK EAE AA einer eer br threats 46 CLR Temp Color Temperature 44 CMS ntn 44 Color 43 CoONtrast sis css scecssctvesteiveseumeciecresmcsorvcnnaevacens 43 DOT BY DOT 1t etes 37 DNR S 45 ENTER DURON 4002046 002044 irre 41 Exhaust ventes 12 51 Fan Mode ertet inen 50 Fine Sync 46 Focus ring 90 FREEZE DUWO 1n ete 38 GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT 34 H amp V KEYSTONE irren ee HDMI Setting esee H P0S ieiit neces HEIGHT ADJUST lever FIUS E ives Image Shit 5 aimer dee idi 47 IMAGE SHIFT buttons 98 INPUT 1 terminal 222 INPUT 1 6 modes INPUT 2 terminal INPUT 3 terminal INPUT 4 terminal 24 INPUT 5 terminal 25 27 INPUT 6 terminal arssinat 26 INPUT DUTONS ier tet eee 29 Intake vent 11 12 51 IRIS button A0 EEE E 38 Kensington Security Standard connector KEYSTONE button Keystone Correction essessss ECT TE Lamp indicator Lamp Setting oin crier erret Lamp Timer Life 49 Eamp tblib cis iei cerei eser tri te
4. 3 rtis 62 Replacing the Lamp s sss 54 llcm 63 Removing and Installing CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY the Lamp Nit 55 VALID IN USA ONLY 64 Resetting the Lamp Timer 56 LIMITED WARRANTY VALID IN CANADA ONLY 65 I IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save these instructions for later use Electrical energy can perform many useful functions This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this product observe the following basic rules for its installation use and servicing 1 Transportation Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be ollowed Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product man
5. Item that can be set when using INPUT 3 or Background que INPUT 4 gt Page 48 2 Item that can be set when using IINPUT 5 or Auto Power Off On Off INPUT 6 Page 49 Lamp Timer Life Page 49 Main menu Sub menu Options2 PRJ Mode Front E Ceiling Front Options2 menu Page49 Page 49 Rear Ceiling Rear RS 232C 9600bps e Page 50 sb PRJ Mode gt Front STANDBY Mode Standard RS 232C 9600 bps Ed STANDBY Mode D Eco gt Page 50 Fan Mode gt Normal Fan Mode Normal gt All Reset gt High Language gt English Page 50 H All Reset gt Page 50 Language English Svenska gt Page 50 Espa i T SEL ADJ J ENTER Fans goes G RETURN amp END Italiano 40 G Using the Menu Screen ENTER button Adjustment buttons A W 4 P Adi siment buttons A V U button MENU MENU button ENTER ENTER button RETURN RETURN button e Press RETURN to re turn to the previous screen when the menu is displayed Menu Selections Adjustments Example Adjusting Bright This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector 1 Press MENU Example Picture screen menu for INPUT 1 The Picture menu screen for the se mode lected input mode is displayed Selected input mode Menu icons 2 Press b or 4 to select the menu icon t
6. 180 457 cm 27 3 8 3 m 31 7 9 6 m 19 5e 49 cm 4 1 2 11 4 cm 270 686 cm 216 549 cm 162 411 cm 24 7 7 5 m 28 5 8 7 m 17 3 8 44 cm 4 3 64 10 3 cm 250 635 cm 200 508 cm 150 381 cm 22 9 6 9 m 26 4 8 0 m 16 3 2 41 cm 3 3 4 9 5 cm 200 508 cm 160 406 cm 120 305 cm 18 2 5 5 m 21 0 6 4 m 12 7 8 33 cm 3 7 6 cm 150 381 cm 120 305 cm 90 229 cm 13 8 4 2 m 15 9 4 8 m 9 21 32 25 cm 2 1 4 5 7 cm 100 254 cm 80 203 cm 60 152 cm 9 1 2 8 m 10 3 2 m 67he 16 cm 1 1 2 3 8 cm 80 203 cm 64 163cm 48 122 cm 7 3 2 2m 8 5 2 6 m 5 es 13 cm 1 13 4 3 0 cm 70 178 cm 56 142 cm 42 107cm 6 4 1 9m 7 4 2 2 m 4 1 2 11 cm 1 3 64 2 7 cm 60 152 cm 48 122 cm 36 91cm 5 5 1 7 m 6 4 1 9 m 3 55 64 10 cm 29 32 2 3 cm 40 102 cm 32 81cm 24 61cm 3 8 1 1m 4 2 1 3m 2 37 64 7 cm 19 32 1 5 cm X Picture Screen size diag in cm The formula for picture size and projection distance L Projection distance ft m Feet inches m cm L1 Minimum projection distance ft m L 1 ft 0 02771X 0 3048 e m 0 02771 L2 Maximum projection distance ft m L2 ft 0 03206X 0 3048 L2 m 0 03206x H Distance from the lens center to the bottom
7. 2 5 1 cm 80 203 cm 64 163 cm 48 122 cm 9 8 3 0 m 11 3 3 4 m 6 55 64 17 cm 70 150 381 cm 178 cm 56 142 cm 305 cm 42 107 cm 8 6 2 6 m 9 10 3 0 m 6 15 cm 1 13 32 3 6 cm 7 3 2 2m 85 2 6 m 1 19 32 4 1 cm 5 9 4 13 cm 1 13 4 3 0 cm 60 152 cm 48 122 cm 36 91 cm 40 102 cm 32 81 cm 24 61 cm X Picture Screen size diag in cm L Projection distance ft m L1 Minimum projection distance ft m L2 Maximum projection distance ft m H Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image in cm S Adjustable range of image position in cm 20 4 10 1 5m 5 7 See page 47 1 7 m 37he 9 cm 51 64 22 0 cm The formula for picture size and projection distance Feet inches m cm L 1 ft 0 03694x 0 3048 L1 m 0 03694 L2 ft 0 04275 0 3048 L2 m 0 04275 H in 0 21794 2 54 H cm 0 21794X S in 0 0508x 2 54 S cm 0 0508X When using a normal screen 4 3 and projecting 16 9 image Picture Screen size Projection distance L Distance from the lens center to Adjustable e A Diag x Width Height Minimum L1 Maximum L2 the botiomoftheimage H image position S 300 762 cm 240 610 cm
8. L2 Maximum projection distance ft m H Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image in cm S Adjustable range of image position in cm 4 0 1 2 m See page 47 2 51 64 7 cm 21 22 1 7 cm The formula for picture size and projection distance Feet inches m cm L1 ft 0 03019x 0 3048 L1 m 0 03019x L2 ft 0 03493X 0 3048 L2 m 0 03493 H in 0 17808x 2 54 H cm 0 17808X S in 0 04151X 2 54 S cm 0 04151 When using a normal screen 4 3 and projecting 4 3 image SIDE BAR Mode Diag x Width 240 610 cm Height 180 457 cm Projection distance IL T Dean ton teks cerr Minimum L1 Maximum L2 to the bottom of he image H Adjustable range of image position S 36 4 11 1 m 42 1 12 8 m 25 47 64 65 cm 6 15 2 cm 300 762 cm 270 686 cm 250 635 cm 216 200 549 cm 508 cm 162 411 cm 150 381 cm 32 9 10 0 m 30 4 9 2 m 37 10 11 5 m 35 1 10 7 m 23 11 64 59 cm 21 29 64 54 cm 5 13 32 13 7 cm 5 12 7 cm 200 508 cm 160 406 cm 120 305 cm 24 3 7 4m 28 1 8 6 m 17 5 32 44 cm 4 10 2 cm 100 254 cm 120 80 203 cm 90 229 cm 60 152 cm 18 2 5 5 m 12 1 8 7 m 21 0 6 4 m 14 0 4 3 m 12 7 8 33 cm 8 37 64 22 cm 3 7 6 cm
9. Turning the Power off Putting the Projector into Standby Mode Image Projection Switching the Input Mode Adjusting the Projected Image Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion Resize Mode needs Useful Features Operating with the Remote Control 38 Shifting the Projected Image Vertically mage SHIT iecore etas 38 Switching the Iris Setting 38 Freezing a Moving Image 38 Selecting the Picture Mode wo 98 Menu Items 99 Using the Menu Screen 41 Menu Selections Adjustments 41 Picture Adjustment Picture menu 43 Selecting the Picture Mode 43 Adjusting the Image 43 Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the Colors e ProgresSsIVE 22 cc00929298404 ia Setup Setting up the Projector 18 Setting up the Projector Standard Setup Front Projection Ceiling mount Setup Projection PRJ Mode 19 Picture Screen Size and Projection DISTANCE Em 20 Connections Samples of Cables for Connection 22 Connecting to Video Equipment 23 Connecting to a Computer 27 Reducing Image Noise DNR 45 Switching the Iris Setting wee 45 Lamp SOttifig assina saias ada 45 Computer Image Adjustment Fine Sync
10. e o O e ey Observe the following safeguards when setting up your projector Caution concerning the lamp unit H Potential hazard of glass par ticles if lamp ruptures In case of lamp rupture contact your nearest Sharp Autho rized Service Center or Dealer for replacement See Replacing the Lamp on page 54 PRECAUCION PRECAUTION Caution concerning the setup of the pro jector W 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 vents and lens must be cleaned more of ten As long as the projector is regularly cleaned use in these environments will not reduce the overall operation life of the unit Internal cleaning should only be performed by a Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer Do not set up the projector in places ex posed to direct sunlight or bright light W Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light Light falling directly on the screen washes out the colors making viewing difficult Close the curtains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room Caution regarding placing of the projec tor H Place the projector on a level site within the adjustment range 8 degrees of the adjust ment foot Vi H After the projector is purchased a fai
11. including damages for the loss of time or use of this Sharp product or the loss of information The purchaser will be responsible for any removal reinstallation transportation and insurance costs incurred Correction of defects in the manner and period of time described herein constitute complete fulfillment of all obligations and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims whether based on contract negligence strict liability or otherwise WARRANTY PERIODS Projector 1 year bulb 90 days To obtain the name and address of the nearest Authorized Sharp Service Centre or Dealer please contact SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD 335 Britannia Road East Mississauga Ontario LAZ 1W9 905 568 7140 Web site www sharp ca 65
12. menu 46 Adjusting the Computer Image 46 Special Modes Setting 46 Auto Sync Auto Sync Adjustment 46 Checking the Input Signal Using the Options Menu Adjusting the Image Position Adjusting the Overscan Adjusting the Vertical Size of the Display Subtitle Setting sssse Setting On screen Display n Setting the Video System Signal Type Setting Selecting the HDMI Setting Selecting the Background Image Auto Power Off Function Checking the Lamp Life Status Reversing Inverting Projected IMAGS v u tetataremmensente 49 Selecting the Transmission Speed RS 22O E 50 Reducing the Power Consumption When the Power Is in Standby Mode 50 Fan Mode Setting 50 Returning to the Default Settings 50 Selecting the On screen Display Languages ana dth 50 3 e o O e e Reference Appendix Connecting Pin Assignments Maintenance eeenenen 51 Computer Compatibility Chart Maintenance Indicators 52 Troubleshooting Regarding the Lamp Service Information For the U S 60 PE To MER MRNA Specifications 61 Caution Concerning the Lamp 54 Dimensions
13. 58 NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL 60 SECAM DTV480I DTV480P DTV540P DTV576I DTV576P DTV720P DTV1035I DTV1080I DTV10801 50 Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device DMD by Texas Instruments Panel size 0 65 1chip DMD Drive method Digital Light Processing DLPTM No of dots 983 040 dots 1280 H x 768 V 1 1 15 x zoom lens F2 4 2 6 f 19 0 21 9 mm 275 W DC lamp RCA connector Y 1 0 Vp p sync negative 75 Q terminated Pe Cs 0 7 Vp p 75 Q terminated Pr Cr 0 7 Vp p 75 Q terminated 4 pin mini DIN connector Y luminance signal 1 0 Vp p sync negative 75 Q terminated C chrominance signal Burst 0 286 Vp p 75 Q terminated RCA connector VIDEO composite video 1 0 Vp p sync negative 75 Q terminated 15 pin mini D sub connector RGB separate sync on green type analog input 0 0 7 Vp p positive 75 Q terminated HORIZONTAL SYNC SIGNAL TTL level positive negative VERTICAL SYNC SIGNAL Same as above HDMI terminal video signal only 720 TV lines DTV720P 45 85 Hz 15 70 kHz 12 85 MHz AC 100 240 V 3 7A 50 60 Hz 355 W Lamp Setting 310 W Lamp Setting 340 W Lamp Setting Bright 300 W Lamp Setting Eco Quiet with AC 240 V 4 W AC 100 V 5 W AC 240 V 1 335 BTU hour Lamp Setting Bright 1 165 BTU hour Lamp Setting Eco Quiet with AC 100 V 1 280 BTU hour Lamp Setting Bright 1 130 BTU hour Lamp Setting Eco Quiet with AC 240 V 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35
14. C 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Plastic 38 kHz 12 13 32 x 4 9 64 x 11 1 32 315 W x 109 H x 280 D mm main body only 12 13 32 x 4 47 04 x 11 37 64 315 W x 120 H x 294 D mm including adjust ment foot and projecting parts 8 8 Ibs 4 0 kg Remote control Power cord for U S and Canada etc Operation manual Bright Eco Quiet with AC 100 V When STANDBY Mode is set to Eco As a part of policy of continuous improvement SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice The performance specifica tion figures indicated are nominal values of production units There may be some deviations from these values in individual units 61 p Dimensions Units inches mm 62 11 1 32 280 23 64 9 99 7 4 69 2 35 32 80 3 116 77 5 12 13 2 315 1 55 64 47 2 7 e 73 b UICE x o p gt Z 1 11 22 33 8 He e gt e 2 81 64 1 53 64 2 19 32 75 46 2 65 5 C ndex AC SOCKEL itt EO ERR S EHE EXER PEE Accessories i Adjustment buttons eeseeeeeeee 41 Aspect PALIO enia ommno tta 36 Auto POWOIOff censent 49 Auto Sync Auto Sync adjustment
15. If direct sunlight or a strong fluorescent light is shining on the projector s remote control sensor place the projector where it will not be affected by strong light The batteries may be depleted or inserted incorrectly Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly or insert new ones This unit is equipped with a microprocessor Its performance could be adversely affected by incorrect operation or interference If this should happen unplug the Unit and plug it in again after more than 5 minutes Cs For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or to obtain product litera ture accessories supplies or customer assistance please call 1 800 BE SHARP 1 800 237 4277 or visit SHARP s website http www sharpusa com ervice Information For the U S 60 a Product type Model Video system Display method DMD panel Lens Projection lamp Component input signal INPUT1 2 S video input signal INPUT 3 Video input signal INPUT 4 Computer RGB Component input signal INPUT 5 HDMI input signal INPUT 6 Horizontal resolution Vertical frequency Horizontal frequency Pixel clock Rated voltage Input current Rated frequency Power consumption Power consumption standby Heat dissipation Operating temperature Storage temperature Cabinet I R carrier frequency Dimensions approx Weight approx Replacement parts Specifications Projector DT 500 NTSC3
16. Inserting the Batteries 1 TOT 2 3 14 Press the A mark on the cover and slide it in the direction of the arrow Insert the batteries e Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the and marks inside the battery compartment Attach the cover and slide it until it clicks into place n N Caution Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the and marks inside the battery compartment Batteries of different types have different properties therefore do not mix batteries of different types Do not mix new and old batteries This may shorten the life of new batteries or may cause old batteries to leak Remove the batteries from the remote control once they have run out as leaving them in can cause them to leak Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin therefore ensure that you first wipe them and then remove them using a cloth The batteries included with this projector may run down in a short period depending on how they are kept Be sure to replace them as soon as possible with new batteries Remove the batteries from the remote control if you will not be using the remote control for a long time Comply with the rules ordinance of each local government when disposing of worn out batteries Usable Range The remote control can be
17. Remove the lamp unit e Loosen the securing screws from the lamp unit Hold the lamp unit by the handle and pull it in the direction of the arrow At this time keep the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it b ad 5 Insert the new lamp unit Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit compartment Fasten the securing screws NS G Replace the lamp unit cover Align the tab on the lamp unit cover and place it while pressing the tab to close it Then tighten the user service screw to secure the lamp unit cover AA info e f the lamp unit and lamp unit cover are not correctly installed the power will not turn on even if the power cord is con nected to the projector Resetting the Lamp Timer Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp BA info Make sure to reset the lamp timer only when replacing the lamp If you reset the lamp timer and continue to use the same lamp this may cause the lamp to become damaged or ex plode Connect the power cord Plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector 2 Reset the lamp timer e While simultaneously holding down MENU ENTER and Y on the pro jector press C STANDBY ON on the pro jector e LAMP OOOOH is displayed indicating that the lamp timer is reset E 56 egarding the Lamp Continued Handle H STANDBY ON B g ie ve button 8 ENTER button MENU button a Connecti
18. Ro Hit the RS 232C function set to Standard E 50 m Cleaning the projector W Ensure that you have unplugged the power cord before cleaning the projector W 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 W Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides on the projector Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the projector for long periods The effects of some of the agents in the plastic may cause damage to the quality or finish of the projector E Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth EH When the dirt is hard to remove soak a cloth in a mild 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 use aintenance ASD Mild detergent diluted with water Cleaning the lens E 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 coating film on the surface of the lens W As the surface of the lens can easily get damaged be sure not to scrape or hit the lens iiae c 738 Cleaning the exhaust and intake vents W Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the exhaust ve
19. To component output Y CB PB CR PR terminal To INPUTS terminal XO Y Pa Ce Pain INPUT 1 e le D Q fe 7 25 Connecting to Video Equipment Continued When connecting to equipment with HDMI output teminal INPUT6 HDMI is a new specialized interface capable of delivering a video and audio signal to the terminal using just one cable Since this projector does not support an audio signal by itself use an amplifier or other audio device For video connection use a cable that conforms to HDMI standards Using cables that do not conform to HDMI standards may result in a malfunction To HDMI output terminal E compatible device To INPUT6 terminal E 966 COMPUTER RGB Y _ PS Ce j PRICA OMPONENT 3 COMPONENT EI INPUT 5 INPUT 1 HDMI cable type A commercially available QY Note HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is a digital AV interface that can deliver a high defini tion video signal multi channel audio signal and bi directional control signal all in just one cable Because it is compatible with the HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection system the digital video signal does not degrade when transmitted and a high quality image with a simple connection can be enjoyed When a DVI to HDMI conversion cable is connected to the HDMI t
20. and then connect it again Time to change the lamp Remaining lamp life becomes 5 or less Red on Standby The lamp does not illuminate Burnt out lamp Lamp circuit failure Carefully replace the lamp See page 55 Take the projector to your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer for repair Please exercise care when replacing the lamp Securely install the cover Power indicator BA Info Green on Red on Green blinks Cooling The power indicator blinks in red when the projector is on The lamp unit cover is open If the power indicator blinks in red even when the lamp unit cover is securely installed contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer for advice e f the temperature warning indicator illuminates and the projector enters standby mode follow the possible solutions above and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plug ging in the power cord and turning the power back on At least 10 minutes e f 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 illumi nate 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 e The cooling fan keeps the internal temp
21. days from date of purchase After the ninety 90 day warranty period on the Projector Lamp parts and labor for a lamp replacement are the responsibility of the consumer Additional Item s Excluded from Cleaning of Optical System and or replacement of any filter Warranty Coverage if any Labor amp materials required to remove and reinstall a suspended projector in installations not accessible with a standard 8 step ladder or ceilings exceeding 12 in height Labor amp materials required to remove and reinstall a projector in complex systems including but not limited to projectors installed in custom enclosures projectors connected to third party control and automation systems and realignment of projectors installed in mirrored rear projection enclosures Where to Obtain Service From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer call Sharp toll free at 1 800 BE SHARP What to do to Obtain Service Contact your Sharp Authorized Servicer to obtain in home service for this Product The Servicer will come to your home and if necessary to remove the Product for repair at the Servicer s facility the Servicer will reinstall it upon completion of repair Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available TO OBTAIN PRODUCT INFORMATION CALL 1 800 BE SHARP 1 800 237 4277 OR VISIT www sharpusa com 64 VALID IN CANADA ONLY SHARP LIMITE
22. of the image in cm H in 0 16346X 2 54 H cm 0 16346X S Adjustable range of image position in cm See page 47 S in 0 0381x 2 54 S cm 0 0381X QY Note Refer to page 18 concerning Projection distance L and Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image H Allow a margin of error in the values in the diagrams 21 Samples of Cables for Connection e For more details of connection and cables refer to the operation manual of the connecting equipment e You may need other cables or connectors not listed below Input Terminal on the Audio visual HDMI cable commercially available INPUT6 equipment e cim Component cable commercially available INPUT1 2 Y_ PeiGs Palo COMPONENT 3 INPUT 1 3 RCA to 15 pin D sub cable optional INPUT5 accessory AN C3CP2 ip COMPONENT INPUT 5 S video cable commercially available INPUT3 ja 7 Video cable commercially available INPUT4 5 Camera Cables for a camera or a video game INPUT1 video game Y Potes Palo COMPONENT 3 3 RCA to 15 pin D sub INPUT5 Cables for a camera cable optional or a video game accessory AN C3CP2 D cn Ig COMPONENT E TE RCA adaptor plug commercially available Cable
23. put the projector into standby mode On screen Display confirmation message 2 Unplug the power cord from the AC play ge outlet after the cooling fan stops The power indicator on the projector blinks in green while cooling The power indicator changes to red when Yes Press Again the projector finishes cooling No Please Wait BA info v Enter STANDBY mode or cooling fan operation This can cause dam age due to rise in internal temperature as the cooling fan also stops Clics Projection ESSE Switching the Input Mode INPUT uttons aiseg O Ee 1 o e Select the appropriate input mode for the connected equipment Press the appropriate INPUT button on the remote control to select the desired input mode e When pressing INPUT A V on the projector input mode switches in the following order ii d gt INPUT2 gt INPUTS INPUT6 lt gt INPUT5 gt INPUT4 29 Image Projection Continued Adjusting the Projected Image 1 Adjusting the Focus You can adjust the focus with the focus ring on the projector Rotate the focus ring to adjust the fo cus while watching the projected image 2 Adjusting the Screen Size You can adjust the screen size using the zoom ring on the projector Rotate the zoom ring to enlarge or shrink the screen size 3 Adjusting the Height The height of the projector can be ad justed us
24. red the lamp will automatically turn off and then the projector will automatically enter standby mode At this time the lamp indicator will illuminate in red W If you try to turn on the projector a fourth time without replacing the lamp the projector will not turn on Indicators on the Projector Power indicator Red on Normal Standby Green on Normal Power on Red blinks Abnormal See page 53 Green blinks Normal Cooling Lamp indicator Green on Normal Green blinks The lamp is warming up or shutting down Red on The lamp is shut down abnormally or requires to be changed See page 53 Temperature warning Off Normal indicator Red on The internal temperature is abnormally high See page 53 52 Maintenance indicator Normal Abnormal Problem Cause Possible Solution Tempera ture warning indicator Off Red on Standby The internal temperature is abnormally high Blocked air intake e Relocate the projector to an area with proper ventilation see page 8 Cooling fan breakdown Internal circuit failure Clogged air intake Take the projector to your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer for repair Lamp indicator Green on Green blinks when the lamp is warming up or turning off The lamp does not illuminate The lamp is shut down abnormally Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet
25. use the Overscan function to change the aspect ratio of a fixed ratio input signal parts of the outer edge of the image will be cut off or distorted To watch original images as the producers intended set RESIZE to SIDE BAR and Overscan to its default setting aiseg e D 1 o e E 37 o Shifting the Projected Im age Vertically Image Shift For easier viewing this function shifts the entire image projected on the screen up or down when projecting 16 9 images from DVD players or other con nected devices Press AIMAGE SHIFT The image moves up Press VIMAGE SHIFT The image moves down QY Note The Image Shift function operates when Resize is not set to DOT BY DOT For details on Image Shift see page 47 ER SE Switching the Iris Setting This function controls the quantity of the projected light and the contrast of the image Press IRIS Each time the button is pressed while the dis play is on the mode is switched in the follow ing order HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE HIGH CONTRAST MODE Q Y Note For details on Iris see page 45 Freezing a Moving Image u Press amp FREEZE 4 e The projected image is frozen 2 Press FREEZE again to return to the moving image from the cur rently connected device 38 perating with the Remote Control IMAGE IMAGE SHIFT SHIFT buttons 4 C PICTUREMODE PICTURE MODE button IRIS IRIS bu
26. video devices to an appropriate audio device On the On the remote projector control STANDBY ON 16 4 Turn the video equipment on and start playback 5 Select the INPUT mode Select the INPUT 4 using the INPUT buttons on the projector or the INPUT 4 button on the remote control S On the On the remote On screen display projector control e e When pressing the INPUT buttons on the projector input mode switches in the following order PINPUTISINPUT2INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT5 lt gt INPUT6 e Pressing the INPUT buttons on the remote control also allows you to switch the input mode 6 Adjust the focus image size and projector angle PP 30 31 1 Adjust the focus by 2 Adjust the projection 3 Adjust the projector turning the focus ring image size by turning angle using the HEIGHT the zoom ring Zoom ring ADJUST lever Focus ring 7 Correct trapezoidal distortion GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT PP 32 35 Press KEYSTONE on the remote control Press A W lt gt on the remote control to set the upper left position of the projected image Press ENTER on the remote control to set the position Follow steps 2 and 3 to also set the upper right lower right and lower left positions of the projected image e When you confirm the lower left position the screen adjustments will be set and setup will end 8 Turn the Power off Press the STANDBY ON button on the project
27. 0P 10801 16 9 aspect ratio EE Cutout area on which images cannot be projected E 36 Input Signal Output screen image Image CINEMA Computer type STRETCH SIDE BAR ZOOM DOT BY DOT i O O Q O Resolution lower than ONO um EX ESSO HC MES ONO ONO Q Q eae 4 3 aspect ratio O O O O NO Q O XGA to EO CHOE RO O O O O Q O O 4 3 aspect rr mm ratio e O O 1280 x720 on au 16 9 aspect ratio NE Cutout area on which images cannot be projected QS Note e You can select CINEMA ZOOM when with a VGA SVGA signal with a vertical frequency 60 Hz and less However when a VGA SVGA signal with a vertical frequency of more than 60 Hz is used CINEMA ZOOM is not available About Copyrights When using the RESIZE function to select an image size with a different aspect ratio to a TV program or video image the image will look different from its original appear ance Keep this in mind while choosing an image size The use of the Resize Keystone Correction Subtitle or Overscan function to com press or stretch the image for commercial purposes public displays in a caf hotel etc may be an infringement of copyright protected by law for copyright holders Please use caution While watching non widescreen images 4 3 if you use the RESIZE function to fill the screen or
28. 7 45 Fine Sync menu Ea ES Clock I E D Phase Ea H Pos I o V Pos I Tl Reset 2 special Modes gt 10801 Auto Sync gt On Cur sig freq H 33 8 kHz V 60 Hz Adjusting the Computer Image Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregulari ties such as vertical stripes or flickering in por tions of the screen Selectable items Description Clock Adjusts vertical noise Phase Adjusts horizontal noise similar to tracking on your VCR H Pos Centers the on screen image by moving it to the left or right V Pos Centers the on screen image by moving it up or down QY Note You can automatically adjust the computer image by setting Auto Sync in the Fine Sync menu to On or pressing AUTO SYNC on the remote control e Clock Phase H Pos and V Pos can not be adjusted when INPUT 6 is selected The adjustable area of each item may be changed according to the input signal To reset all adjustment items select Reset and press C2 ENTER 46 Computer Image Adjustment Menu operation gt Page 41 Special Modes Setting Ordinarily the type of input signal is detected and the correct resolution mode is automatically selected However for some signals the opti mal resolution mode in Special Modes in the Fine Sync menu may need to be selected to match the computer dis
29. D WARRANTY Consumer Electronics Products Congratulations on your purchase Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd hereinafter called Sharp gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this Sharp brand product when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authorized Sharp Dealer Sharp warrants that this product is free under normal use and maintenance from any defects in material and workmanship If any such defects should be found in this product within the applicable warranty period Sharp shall at its option repair or replace the product as specified herein This warranty shall not apply to a Any defects caused or repairs required as a result of abusive operation negligence accident improper installation or inappropriate use as outlined in the owner s manual b Any Sharp product tampered with modified adjusted or repaired by any party other than Sharp Sharp s Authorized Service Centres or Sharp s Authorized Servicing Dealers c Damage caused or repairs required as a result of the use with items not specified or approved by Sharp including but not limited to head cleaning tapes and chemical cleaning agents d Any replacement of accessories glassware consumable or peripheral items required through normal use of the product including but not limited to earphones remote controls AC adapters batteries temperature prob
30. MODE on the remote control to select the picture mode See page 38 Adjusting the Image Adjustment items 4 button gt button Contrast For less contrast For more contrast Bright For less brightness For more brightness Color For less color intensity For more color intensity Tint For making skin tones purplish For making skin tones greenish Sharp For less sharpness For more sharpness Injesn nN D t Z D 7 Red For weaker red For stronger red Blue For weaker blue For stronger blue BrilliantColor For making the effect weaker For making the effect stronger Item that cannot be adjusted in RGB mode 2 BrilliantColor uses Texas Instruments BrilliantColor technology As the BrilliantColor level is increased the image becomes brighter while the color reproduction is kept at a high level Q Q note To reset all adjustment items select Reset and press COENTER The Picture Mode settings of the selected input return to the default settings 43 Picture Adjustment Picture menu Continued Menu operation gt Page 41 e When Saturation is selected the selected color becomes lt lighter gt thicker e When Value is selected the selected color becomes lt 4 darker gt brighter e To reset the adjustment values of each color to the default settings select Reset and press ENTER Adjusting t
31. REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate this equipment USA ONLY WARNING The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters standby mode During normal operation when putting the projector into standby mode always use the STANDBY ON button on the projector or the STANDBY 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 INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the operation man
32. SHARP DT 500 HSITISNaA PROJECTOR OPERATION MANUAL PROJECTEUR MODE D EMPLOI PROYECTOR MANUAL DE MANEJO z Z O E o PROJETOR MANUAL DE OPERA O TONVdSa SIN9NLYOd Before using the projector please read this operation manual carefully Introduction m z 2 o I IMPORTANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your Projector please record Model No DT 500 the Serial Number located on the bottom of the projector and retain this information Serial No Before recycling the packaging please Es ensure that you have checked the con tents of the carton thoroughly against the ist of Supplied accessories on page 10 WARNING High brightness light source Do not stare into the beam of light or view 1 X gt directly Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the beam of light WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture See bottom of projector The lightning flash with arrowhead sym bol within an equilateral triangle is in tended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk or electric shock to persons RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER SERVICE SCREW CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
33. and to it TELA will illuminate in the lower left corner W Do not carry the projector by holding the lens of the picture If the temperature continues to W When storing the projector re attach the lens rise the lamp will turn off the temperature warn cap See page 11 ing indicator on the projector will blink and after E Do not expose the projector to direct sunlight a 90 second cooling off period the projector will or place next to heat sources Doing so may enter standby mode Refer to Maintenance In affect the cabinet color or cause deformation dicators on page 52 for details of the plastic cover Other connected equipment A Info E When connecting a computer or other audio The cooling fan regulates the internal tem visual equipment to the projector make the perature and its performance is automatically connections AFTER unplugging the power controlled The sound of the fan may change cord of the projector from the AC outlet and during projector operation due to changes in turning off the equipment to be connected the fan speed This does not indicate malfunc H Please read the operation manuals of the pro tion jector and the equipment to be connected for Do not unplug the power cord during projec instructions on how to make the connections tion or cooling fan operation This can cause damage due to rise in internal temperature as the cooling fan also stops Fr Accessories Supplied accessories Remote contro
34. appear on the screen to Selectable items Description indicate the remaining minutes Front ormal image Projected from he front of the screen Ceiling Front nverted image Projected rom the front of the screen with an inverted projector Checking the Lamp Life Status Reversed image Projected rom the rear of the screen or You can confirm the cumulative lamp usage time with a mirror and the remaining lamp life percentage Ceiling Rear Reversed and inverted image Projected with a mirror Lamp usage condition Remaining lamp life Life 100 5 See page 19 for details of Projection PRJ Mode Operated exclusively Approx Approx with Lamp Setting setto 3 000 150 hours Eco Quiet hours Operated exclusively Approx Approx with Lamp Setting setto 2 000 100 hours Bright hours ES Note t is recommended that the lamp be changed when the remaining lamp life becomes 5 e The lamp life may vary depending on the us age condition Injesn nN D o r Z D 7 49 Using the Options Menu Continued Menu operation gt Page 41 Selecting the Transmission Fan Mode Setting Speed RS 232C This function changes the fan rotation speed Serviceman only Selectable Description items When using the RS 232C terminal set the baud rate of the projector to the same baud rate as the computer Normal Suitable fo
35. arest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer If the new lamp does not light after replacement take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer for repair 54 Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit A Warning The lamp unit becomes very hot while the pro jector is operating Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use The lamp and parts around the lamp will be very hot and may cause burns or injury BA info e Make sure that you remove the lamp unit by the handle Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp be sure to carefully follow the steps below Do not loosen other screws except for the lamp unit cover and lamp unit 1 Press OSTANDBY ON on the pro jector or STANDBY on the re mote control to put the projector into standby mode e Wait until the cooling fan stops N 2 Disconnect the power cord Unplug the power cord from the AC socket Leave the lamp until it has fully cooled down about 1 hour b d 3 Remove the lamp unit cover Turn the projector over Loosen the user service screw 1 that secures the lamp unit cover Remove the lamp unit cover v Optional P Lamp unit accessory 1 4 AN 100LP STANDBY ON button D gt Ae User service screw for lamp unit cover 55 ea 4
36. d Dod ete 55 Language on screen display language 50 LONS CAD cernerent n 11 MENU buttori ete 41 ON button eee 28 Optional accessories as TO OSD Display 48 Ic m 47 PASC p Picture Adjustment Picture Mode ern inet PICTURE MODE button esses 38 Picture Screen Size and Projection Distance 20 POWEI COIG rtr tiens 28 PRU Mode 19 49 PIOGIeSSIVO cin ctii rare in E ERO Seara meras 44 F203 batteries a i npe terrere 14 Rear adjustment foot wid Red iriiria 2 48 Remote control 13 Remote control sensor sees 15 Replacing the lamp 54 55 Resize 36 37 RESIZE DUFOI iiit 36 RETURN button 41 RGB COMP button 48 RS 232G Se lltitig neces 50 Saturation coi ite tre ree es 44 rior 43 SIDE BAR 36 37 Special Modes ntn 46 STANDBY button 29 STANDBY ON button 28 29 STANDBY MOGQe tont 50 STRETCH 36 37 Subtitle eire tt creer 47 Supplied accessories ss 10 Temperature warning indicator 52 M M E A 43 CEDE 44 Video System ciere rr en heces 48 VEPOS 46 ZOOM DN anene ert te erras 30 VALID IN USA ONLY CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser t
37. e stylus trays filters belts ribbons cables and paper e Any cosmetic damage to the surface or exterior that has been defaced or caused by normal wear and tear f Any damage caused by external or environmental conditions including but not limited to transmission line power line voltage or liquid spillage g Any product received without appropriate model serial number and CSA cUL markings h Any products used for rental or commercial purposes Any installation setup and or programming charges Should this Sharp product fail to operate during the warranty period warranty service may be obtained upon delivery of the Sharp product together with proof of purchase and a copy of this LIMITED WARRANTY statement to an Authorized Sharp Service Centre or an Authorized Sharp Servicing Dealer In home warranty service may be provided at Sharp s discretion on any Sharp television with the screen size of 27 or larger and on any Sharp Over The Range Microwave Oven This warranty constitutes the entire express warranty granted by Sharp and no other dealer service centre or their agent or employee is authorized to extend enlarge or transfer this warranty on behalf of Sharp To the extent the law permits Sharp disclaims any and all liability for direct or indirect damages or losses or for any incidental special or consequential damages or loss of profits resulting from a defect in material or workmanship relating to the product
38. e sound is due to cabinet shrinkage occasionally heard from caused by room temperature changes This will not affect operation the cabinet or performance Maintenance indicator on e See Maintenance Indicators the projector illuminates or blinks in red E 59 Problem Troubleshooting Continued Check Picture is too bright and whitish Image adjustments are incorrectly set The black levels of the image show banding or appear faded when INPUT 6 is selected Select the HDMI Setting Standard or Enhanced that results in the best picture quality The cooling fan becomes noisy When temperature inside the projector increases the cooling fan runs faster The lamp does not light up even after the projector turns on The lamp suddenly turns off during projection The lamp indicator is illuminating in red Replace the lamp The image sometimes flickers Cables incorrectly connected to the projector or the connected equipment works improperly If this happens frequently replace the lamp The lamp needs much time to turn on Picture is dark The lamp will eventually need to be changed While the remaining lamp life draws to a close replace the lamp The remote control cannot be used Operate the remote control while pointing it at the projector s remote control sensor The remote control may be too far away from the projector
39. ecomes obstructed a pro tection circuit will automatically put the pro jector into standby mode to prevent overheat damage This does not indicate a malfunc tion See pages 52 and 53 Remove the pro jector power cord from the wall outlet and wait atleast 10 minutes Place the projector where the intake and exhaust vents are not blocked plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector This will return the projector to the normal operating condition E When turning off the projector the cooling fan Using the projector in other countries runs to decrease the internal temperature for m The power supply voltage and the shape of a a while Unplug the power cord after the cool the plug may vary depending on the region o ing fan stops The period the cooling fan runs or country you are using the projector in 2 will vary depending on the circumstances and When using the projector overseas be sure 9 the internal temperature to use an appropriate power cord for the coun o z try you are in Caution regarding usage of the projector YY W When using the projector be sure not to sub Temperature monitor function ject it to hard impact and or vibration as this can result in damage Take extra care with the lens Before moving the projector be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet W If the projector starts to overheat due to setup and disconnect any other cables connected problems or blockage of the air vents Xi
40. encoded as is at 24 frames second The projector can convert this film source to progres sive video at 60 frames second with NTSC and PAL60Hz or at 50 frames second with PALSOHz and SECAM to play back a high definition image C M S Value Sets the brightness of the main colors Reset The adjustments of Hue Saturation and Value of all colors are reset to the default setting Adjusting Hue Saturation or Value 1Press A or V to select either Hue Saturation or Value and then press C2 ENTER 2Select the color to be adjusted with A or Y and adjust it with or gt Example of adjusting the Hue DY Note e In NTSC or PAL60Hz even if the 3D Progres sive mode has been set the three two pull down enhancement will be enabled automati cally when the film source has been entered When the image is blurred or noisy switch to the optimal mode Main colors 4 button button R Red Closer to magenta Closer to yellow Y Yellow Closer to red Closer to green G Green Closer to yellow Closer to cyan C Cyan Closer to green Closer to blue B Blue Closer to cyan Closer to magenta M Magenta 44 Closer to blue Closer to red e When using progressive inputs inputs are di rectly displayed so that 2D Progressive 3D Progressive and Film Mode cannot be selected AA info e The setting
41. erature of the projector constant and this function is con trolled automatically The sound of the cooling fan may change during operation because the fan speed may change and this is not a malfunction Do not unplug the power cord after the projector has entered standby mode and while the cooling fan is running The cooling fan runs for about 90 seconds 53 s egarding the Lamp Lamp W it is recommended that the lamp sold separately be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes 5 or less or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality The lamp life percentage can be checked with the on screen display see page 49 W Purchase a replacement lamp of type AN 100LP from your place of purchase nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer IMPORTANT NOTE TO U S CUSTOMERS The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90 day parts and labor limited warranty All service of this projector under warranty including lamp replacement must be obtained through a Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer please call toll free 1 888 GO SHARP 1 888 467 4277 Hg LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY For State Lamp Disposal Information www lamprecycle org or 1 800 BE SHARP U S A ONLY Caution Concerning the Lamp W This projector utilizes a pressurized mercury lamp A loud sound may indicate lamp fa
42. erminal a proper picture may not be displayable 26 c When connecting a computer ensure that it is the last device to be turned on after all the connections are made Ensure that you have read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected before making connections onnecting to a Computer To RGB output terminal To INPUTS terminal a ON TRESS 966 MA TSE l RGB cable commercially available all QS Note e See page 58 Computer Compatibility Chart for a list of computer signals compatible with the projec tor Use with computer signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions to not work e A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers Contact your near est Macintosh Dealer Depending on the computer you are using an image may not be projected unless the computer s external output port is switched on e g Press Fn and F5 keys simultaneously when using a SHARP notebook computer Refer to the specific instructions in your computer s operation manual to enable your computer s external output port le D Q fe 7 E 27 Ps ES Connecting the Power Cord Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the rear of the projector Turning the Projector on Note that the connections to external equip ment and power outlet should be done be fore per
43. extension tubes for countries other than the U S A W Invert the image by setting Ceiling Front in PRJ Mode See page 49 for use of this function 18 Projection PRJ Mode The projector can use any of the 4 projection modes shown in the diagram below Select the mode most appropriate for the projection setting in use You can set the PRJ Mode in Options2 menu See page 49 W Table mounted front projection W Ceiling mounted front projection Menu item gt Front Menu item gt Ceiling Front W Table mounted rear projection W Ceiling mounted rear projection with a translucent screen with a translucent screen CT M uM Menu item Rear Menu item gt Ceiling Rear Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance Refer to page 20 for additional information concerning Picture Screen Size and Projection Distance Example When using a wide screen 16 9 Picture Screen Size 300 Projection Distance 19 Setting up the Projector Continued Picture Screen Size and Projection Distance The projection screen size varies according to the distance from the lens of the projec tor to the screen Install the projector so that projected images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size by referring to the table below Use the values in the table as a reference when installing the projector When using a wide screen 16 9 and pr
44. eystone Correction mode RETURN button For returning to the a previous menu screen during menu operations AUTO SYNC button For automatically cJ adjusting images when connected to a computer RGB COMP button For switching to the 148 respective input signal type FREEZE button For freezing images Es Backlight button For lighting all buttons on the remote control Using the Kensington Lock on the projector 3 e o O e e ON button For turning the power on INPUT 1 2 3 4 5and 6 buttons For switching to the respective input modes MENU button For displaying adjustment and setting screens Adjustment buttons A V lt e For selecting menu items e For adjusting the Keystone Correction when in the Keystone Correction mode ENTER button For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu RESIZE button For switching the screen size STRETCH SIDE BAR etc PICTURE MODE button For selecting the appropriate picture IRIS button For switching HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE and HIGH CONTRAST MODE IMAGE SHIFT buttons For shifting the projected image vertically This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to use it to secure the projector 13 d Part Names and Functions Continued
45. forming the operations written be low See pages 23 to 28 Remove the lens cap and press STANDBY ON on the projector or DON on the remote control DY Note About the Lamp Indicator The lamp indicator illuminates to indicate the status of the lamp Green The lamp is on Blinking in green The lamp is warming up or shutting down Red The lamp is shut down abnormally or the lamp should be replaced e When switching on the projector a slight flick ering of the image may be experienced within the first minute after the lamp has been illumi nated This is normal operation as the lamp s control circuitry is stabilising the lamp output characteristics It should not be regarded as faulty operation e f the projector is put into standby mode and immediately turned on again the lamp may take some time to start projection 28 urning the Projector On Off Supplied accessory Power cord BA info e English is the factory default language If you want to change the on screen display to another language change the language according to the procedure on page 50 Lamp indicator Power indicator STANDBY ON button ON ON button SS Sy STANDBY STANDBY button Turning the Power off Putting the Projector into Standby Mode 1 Press STANDBY ON on the pro jector or STANDBY on the re mote control then press that but ton again while the confirmation message is displayed to
46. from the bottom towards the screen at an angle the image becomes distorted trapezoidally The function for correcting trapezoidal distortion is called Keystone Correction There are the two types of the Keystone Correction 1 The GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT method corrects trapezoidal distor tion by specifying 4 marks on the screen 2 The H amp V KEYSTONE method fea tures corrections to 2 axes horizon tal and vertical based on numerical values 32 KEYSTONE KEYSTONE button Adjustment buttons A lt gt RETURN RETURN button ENTER ENTER button e Selecting the Type of SQ Note Correction When corrections are made with Keystone cor rection the changes are saved even if the power cord is unplugged Select the Keystone correction method Since Keystone correction digitally corrects Press KEYSTONE on the remote control the signal resolution may slightly decrease IPS when it is used Moir patterns and line dis GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT will be tortions may also be visible in detailed images displayed However this is not a malfunction e Fachtime KEYSTONE is pressed the f you cannot correct trapezoidal distortion with display toggles as follows Keystone correction change the placement position of the projector e Straight lines and the edges of the displayed ane gt H amp V KEYSTONE image may appear jagged when adjusting
47. hat this Sharp brand product the Product when shipped in its original container will be free from defective workmanship and materials and agrees that it will at its option either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period s set forth below This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item s set forth below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced which has been subjected to improper voltage or other misuse abnormal service or handling or which has been altered or modified in design or construction In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and provide proof of purchase to the servicer The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by law ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD S FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those described herein or to extend the duration of any warranties bey
48. he Color Temperature Selectable items 5500K 6500K 7500K 8500K 9300K 10500K Description For lower color temperature for warmer reddish incandescent like images AA Info e When a video signal S video signal or com For higher color temperature for cooler bluish fluorescent like images ponent 4801 5761 signal is input set Progres sive mode to 2D Progressive and then ad just the colors Selectable items DY Note Values on CLR Temp are only for general standard purposes 4 Adjusting the Colors Select C M S Color Management System in the Picture menu and then press C2 ENTER This function adjusts each of the six main colors that comprise the color wheel altering their Hue Saturation or Value Description 2D Useful to display fast moving images Progressive such as sports 3D Useful to display relatively slow Progressive moving images such as drama and documentary more clearly Film Mode Reproduces the image of film source clearly Displays the optimized image of film transformed with three two pull down NTSC and PAL60Hz or two two pull down PAL50Hz and SECAM enhance ment to progressive mode images Selectable items Description C M S Hue Sets the hue of the main colors C M S Saturation Sets the saturation of the main colors The film source is a digital video recording with the original
49. ides of the lens cap to attach or remove 11 Part Names and Functions Continued Numbers in refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained Rear View Exhaust vent Intake vent GP Remote control sensor rear AC socket E Connect the Kensington supplied Power cord A Security Standard connector Rear adjustment foot y Terminals l cEmooo e ee COMPUTER RGB _Y__ Pa Ca PR CA Y Ps c9 PRICA S VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT 3 COMPONENT COMPONENT 3 3 2 INPUT 6 INPUT 5 INPUT 1 a INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 1 2 terminal Connecting video equipment with component output terminal DVD player DTV decoder DVD recorder with hard disc etc INPUT 3 terminal Connecting video equipment with S video output terminal VCR DVD player etc INPUT 4 terminal Connecting video equipment without S video output terminal INPUT 5 terminal W Connecting video equipment with component output terminal DVD player DTV decoder DVD recorder with hard disc etc W Connecting the computer INPUT 6 terminal Connecting video equipment with HDMI output terminal RS 232C terminal Serviceman only 12 Numbers in refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic is explained STANDBY button For putting the EJ projector into the standby mode KEYSTONE button E For entering the K
50. ilure Lamp failure can be attributed to numerous sources such as excessive shock improper cooling surface scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to a lapse of usage time The period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and or the condition and the frequency of use It is important to note that failure can often result in the bulb cracking W When the lamp replacement indicator and on screen display icon are illuminated it is recommended that the lamp be replaced with a new one immediately even if the lamp appears to be operating normally W Should the lamp break there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread inside of the projector In such a case it is recommended you contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer to assure safe operation W Should the lamp break the glass particles may spread inside the lamp cage or gas contained in the lamp may be vented into the room from the exhaust vent Because the gas in this lamp includes mercury ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas In case of exposure to the gas consult a doctor as soon as possible Replacing the Lamp Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use The lamp will be very hot and may cause burn or injury E Carefully change the lamp by following the instructions described in this section If you wish you may have the lamp replaced at your ne
51. ing the adjustment feet at the front and rear of the projector When the screen is above the projec tor the projection image can be made higher by adjusting the projector Lift the projector to adjust its height while lifting the HEIGHT ADJUST lever EN Remove your hands from the HEIGHT ADJUST lever of the pro jector after its height has been finely adjusted e The angle of projection is adjustable up to 8 degrees from the surface on which the projector is placed 30 Zoom ring Focus ring X HEIGHT ADJUST lever Re Make small adjustments 3 Use the rear adjustment foot to make the projector level The projector is adjustable 1 degree from the standard position SQ Note When adjusting the height of the projector trapezoidal distortion occurs Follow the pro cedures in Keystone Correction to correct the distortion See page 32 AR info Do not apply too much pressure on the pro jector when the front adjustment foot comes out When lowering the projector be careful not to get your fingers caught in the area between the adjustment foot and the projector Hold the projector firmly while lifting or carry ing Do not hold by the lens area Rear adjustment foot e Ee 1 o e gt 31 aiseg Image Projection Continued Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion When the image is projected either from the top or
52. k of fire or electric shock parts specified by the manufacturer or have the 16 Object and Liquid Entry same characteristics as the original part Never push objects of any kind into this product Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire hrough openings as they may touch dangerous electric shock or other hazards voltage points or short out parts that could result 20 Safety Check in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any Upon completion of any service or repairs to this kind on the product product ask the service technician to perform 17 Servicing safety checks to determine that the product is in Do not attempt to service this product yourself as proper operating condition opening or removing covers may expose youto 21 Wall or Ceiling Mounting dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all This product should be mounted to a wall or servicing to qualified service personnel ceiling only as recommended by the 18 Damage Requiring Service manufacturer Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer 22 Heat servicing to qualified service personnel under the This product should be situated away from heat following conditions j sources such as radiators heat registers stoves a When the power supply cord or plug is or other products including amplifiers that damaged produce heat b Ifliquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the prod
53. l RRMCGA444WJSB Power cord for U S and Canada etc 6 1 8 m QACCDAOO07WJPZ Optional accessories E Lamp unit C Co Two R 03 batteries Lens cap attached AAA size UM SUM 4 CCAPHA024WJSA HP 16 or similar e Operation manual AN 100LP W 3 RCA to 15 pin D sub cable 10 3 0 m AN C3CP2 QS Note Some of the optional accessories may not be available depending on the region Please check with your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer E 10 Part Names and Functions 5 3 Numbers in refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic 2 is explained o Projector 3 Power indicator E STANDBY ON button s 0 For turning the AO oce stanoevon b d EJ Temperature warning pone T and F indicator putting the projector into standby mode 28 52 Lamp indicator q E INPUT buttons A V E For switching input mode 1 2 3 4 5 or G ENTER button 41 TA For setting Gy Y items selected RESIZE or adjusted on the menu P X MENU button For displaying RESIZE button E3 adjustment and For switching setting screens the screen size Adjustment buttons A V lt 4 gt For selecting menu items Gp Intake vent Y Focus ring Zoom ring For adjusting ED ED For enlarging the focus reducing the picture HEIGHT Remote control ADJUST ED sensor front lever Push both s
54. lowing is a list of modes that conform to VESA However this projector supports other signals that are not VESA standards z Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency VESA HDMI FOMAC uesal ur Standard Support penay 640 x 350 640 x 400 720 x 350 720 x 400 Upscale 640 x 480 800 x 600 1 024 x 768 SVS INSS ISS ISISIS S IS 1 280 x 720 1 280 x 768 MAC 13 640 x 480 E 800 x 600 E Upscale MINE UG 832 x 624 A MAC 19 1 024 x 768 X True RY note e When this projector receives 640 x 350 VESA format VGA signals 640 x 400 appears on the screen Horizontal Frequency kHz Vertical Frequency Hz HDMI Support 15 7 60 v 31 5 60 33 8 60 15 6 50 31 3 50 45 0 60 28 1 50 33 8 60 28 1 50 33 8 60 E 58 E roubleshooting Problem Check Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet Power to the external connected devices is off The selected input mode is wrong Cables incorrectly connected to the projector Remote control battery has run out Picure does not appear External output has not been set when connecting notebook or projector does not computer start The lamp unit cover is not installed correctly Cables incorrectly connected to the projector Bright is set to minimum positi
55. ng Pin Assignments COMPUTER RGB COMPONENT INPUT5 Terminal 15 pin Mini D sub female connector COMPUTER RGB Input HDMI Terminal 1 Ez 19 2 18 1 Video input red iF 2 Video input green sync on green 2 3 Video input blue 3 4 ot connected 4 5 ot connected 5 6 Earth red 6 7 Earth green sync on green T 8 Earth blue 8 9 ot connected 9 10 GND 10 11 Not connected 11 12 Bi directional data 12 13 Horizontal sync signal TTL level 13 14 Vertical sync signal TTL level 14 15 Data clock 15 Pin No nNOOU DRON Name TMDS Da TMDS Da TMDS Da TMDS Da TMDS Da TMDS Da TMDS Da a2 a2 Shield a2 al a1 Shield al a0 Pin No Component Input Name 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 9 10 dil 12 13 TMDS DataO TMDS Clock TMDS Clock Shield TMDS Clock CEC PR Cr Y PB CB ot connec ot connec arth Pr arth Y arth PB ot connec connec connec connec connec connec connec mmm 000000 ed ed ed ed ed ed ed ed ed Pin No Name 14 Reserved 15 SCL 16 SDA 17 DDC CEC Ground 18 5V Power 19 Hot Plug Detect E 57 g Computer Compatibility Chart e Multiple signal support e Compatible with sync on green signal Horizontal Frequency 15 70 kHz e Expansion System resizing technology Vertical Frequency 45 85 Hz Pixel Clock 12 85 MHz Sync signal Compatible with TTL level The fol
56. nt and the intake vent e f you want to clean the air vents during pro jector operation be sure to press STANDBY ON on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control and put the projector into standby mode After the cool ing fan has stopped clean the vents E 51 m W The warning lights power indicator lamp indicator and temperature warning indicator on the projector indicate problems inside the projector W f a problem occurs either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate red and the projector will enter standby mode After the projector has entered standby mode follow the procedures given below aintenance Indicators Temperature warning indicator Lamp indicator Power indicator About the temperature warning indicator If the temperature inside the projector increases due to blockage of the air vents or the setting location TEMP will illuminate in the lower left corner of the picture If the temperature keeps on rising the lamp will turn off and the temperature warning indicator will blink the cooling fan will run and then the projec tor will enter standby mode After TEM appears be sure to perform the measures described on page 53 About the lamp indicator Change The Lamp When the remaining lamp life becomes 5 or less yellow and Change The Lamp will be displayed on the screen When the percentage becomes 0 it will change to Bl
57. nt smell from the vent may appear when the power is first turned on This is normal and is not a malfunction It will disappear after the projec tor is used for a while 8 When using the projector in high altitude areas such as mountains at altitudes of approximately 4 900 feet 1 500 meters or more W When you use the projector in high altitude areas with thin air set Fan Mode to High Neglecting this can affect the longevity of the optical system Warning about placing the projector in a high position W When placing the projector in a high position ensure that it is secured carefully to avoid per sonal injury caused by the projector falling down Do not subject the projector to hard im pact and or vibration W Protect the lens so as not to hit or damage the surface of the lens Rest your eyes occasionally W Continuously watching the screen for long hours will cause eye strain Be sure to occa sionally rest your eyes Avoid locations with extremes of tem perature W The operating temperature of the projector is from 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C W The storage temperature of the projector is from 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Do not block the exhaust and intake vents H Allow atleast 11 13 16 inches 30 cm of space between the exhaust vent and the nearest wall or obstruction W Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust vent are not obstructed E f the cooling fan b
58. o adjust E C lt HH The selected icon is highlighted Picture Mode m Standard zi g Contrast 010m I O o Menu icon Menu screen Bright olE3 I Picture Color o ol sl I E Tint om 1 O oO Fine Sync Sharp om I Red om 1 B Options Bis O oD r E Options ES Note lt SEL ADJ ENTER e The Fine Sync menu is not available S RETURN Geno for INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 41 Cu si 3 Press 4 or gt to adjust the item gens selected Picture Mode D gt Standard The adjustment is stored Contrast o1Eg O Bright ENDS 1 0 HE Color o amp I E Tint om I El Sharp oH I Red o om I B Blue o0 I H 4 SEL ADJ 4 Single ADJ RETURN END Db Press OMENU The menu screen will disappear Y Note The MENU button does not function while the projector is operating the Auto Sync or FREEZE functions E 42 Press A or V to select the item to adjust The selected item is highlighted To adjust the projected image while watching it Press CENTER The selected item e g Bright is dis played by itself at the bottom of the screen When pressing A or Y the following item Color after Bright will be displayed 3 Note e Press CENTER again to return to the previous screen ng the Menu Screen Continued ET LEERS Picture Mode D Standard SEL ADJ 4 1 Single ADJ Gy RETURN END I
59. ojecting 16 9 image Picture Screen size Projection distance L Distance from the lens center Diag x Width Height Minimum L1 Maximum L2 tothe bottom of the image H 300 762 cm 261 664 cm 147 374 cm Adjustable range of image position S 21 1 32 58 em 4 29 32 12 5 cm 270 686 cm 250 635 cm 235 218 598 cm 553 cm 132 336 cm 123 311 cm 29 9 9 1 m 34 5 10 5 m 26 9 8 2 m 30 11 9 4 m 24 9 7 5 m 28 8 18 15 16 48 cm 17 17 32 45 cm 4 13 32 11 2 cm 4 5 64 10 4 cm 174 443 cm 98 249 cm 1910 6 0 m 22 11 14 e4 36 cm 3 17 64 8 3 cm 150 381 cm 100 254 cm 200 508 cm 131 332 cm 74 187 cm 1410 4 5 m 10 33 4 27 cm 2 29 64 6 2 cm 87 221 cm 49 125 cm 9 11 3 0 m 1 41 64 4 2 cm 80 203 cm 70 177 cm 7 11 2 4 m 5 39 64 14 cm 1 5 16 3 3 cm 70 178 cm 61 155 cm 34 87 cm 6 11 2 1 m 4 29 32 12 cm 1 9 64 2 9 cm 60 152 cm 52 133 cm 29 75 cm 5 11 1 8 m 7 Yea 18 cm 4 3 4 11 cm 83 64 2 5 cm 40 102 cm 35 89 cm 39 100 cm 20 50 cm X Picture Screen size diag in cm L Projection distance ft m L1 Minimum projection distance ft m
60. on Depending on the computer you are using an image may not be projected unless the signal output setting of the computer is switched to the external output Refer to the computer s operation manual for how to switch its signal output settings No picture appears or picture is dark Image adjustments are incorrectly set Make adjustments to Color Tint and BrilliantColor in Picture Mode Video Input only e Video input system is incorrectly set p Ye Color is faded or poor Adjust the focus The projection distance exceeds the focus range There is fog on the lens If the projector is carried from a cold room into a warm room or if it is suddenly heated condensation may form on the surface of the lens and the image will become blurred Please CE D set up the projector at least one hour before it is to be used If Picture is blurred condensation should form remove the power cord from the wall noise appears outlet and wait for it to clear Computer Input only Perform Fine Sync Adjustments Clock Adjustment Perform Fine Sync Adjustments Phase Adjustment Noise may appear depending on the computer Picture is green on Select Signal Type in the Options1 menu and change the input INPUT 5 Component signal type INPUT 6 Component Picture is pink no green on INPUT 5 RGB INPUT 6 RGB An unusual sound is If the picture is normal th
61. ond the time period described herein on behalf of Sharp The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser Correction of defects in the manner and for the period of time described herein shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims whether based on contract negligence strict liability or otherwise In no event shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE Model Specific Section In Home Service Your Product Model Number amp Description DT 500 Projector Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product Warranty Period for this Product One 1 year parts and labor from date of purchase except for the Projector Lamp for which the warranty period is ninety 90
62. or or the STANDBY button on the remote control and then press the button again while the confirmation message is displayed to put the projector into standby mode On the Onthe remote On screen Display projector control C Enter STANDBY mode STANDBY ON STANDBY Yes Press Again No Please Wait e Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet after the cooling fan stops 17 Setting up the Projector Setting up the Projector For optimal image quality position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector s feet flat and level Doing so will eliminate the need for Keystone correction and provide the best image quality Standard Setup Front Projection W Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size See page 20 A Example of standard setup N Sa Screen sx 90 Lens center ls AA QY Note e Refer to page 20 for additional information concerning Picture Screen Size and Projection Dis tance Ceiling mount Setup A W t is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling mount bracket for this installa tion Before mounting the projector contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Service Cen ter or Dealer to obtain the recommended ceil ing mount bracket sold separately AN XRCM30 ceiling mount bracket for U S A e AN 60KT ceiling mount bracket its AN TK201 and AN TK202
63. orks when Resize is set to CINEMA ZOOM The adjustment area changes according to the input signal nN D o Z m D 7 47 Injesn Using the Options Menu Continued Menu operation gt Page 41 Setting On screen Display Signal Type Setting This function allows you to select the input sig nal type RGB or Component for INPUT 5 or Selectable items Description All On screen Displays are displayed INPUT FREEZE AUTO SYNC RESIZE PICTURE MODE IRIS are not displayed Setting the Video System This function can only be set in INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 The video input system mode is factory preset to Auto however a clear picture from the con nected audio visual equipment may not be re ceived depending on the video signal difference In that case switch the video signal Selectable items Description PAL When connected to PAL video equipment SECAM When connected to SECAM video equipment NTSC4 43 When reproducing NTSC signals in PAL video equipment NTSC3 58 When connected to NTSC video equipment 48 INPUT 6 Selectable items Description Auto Automatically selects the appropriate input signal between RGB and Component RGB Set when RGB signals are received Component QY Note Set when component signals are received You can also select Signal Type using RGB COMP on
64. play mode QS Note Avoid displaying computer patterns which repeat every other line horizontal stripes Flickering may occur making the image hard to see Information on the currently selected input sig nal can be confirmed in item 4 Auto Sync Auto Sync Adjustment Selectable items Description Auto Sync adjustment will occur when the projector is turned on or when the input signals are switched when connected to a computer Auto Sync adjustment is not automatically performed QY Note e Auto Sync adjustment is also performed by pressing AUTO SYNC on the remote con trol e The Auto Sync adjustment may take some time to complete depending on the image of the computer connected to the projector e When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto Sync adjustment use manual ad justments Checking the Input Signal This function allows you to check the current in put signal information Using the Options Menu Menu operation gt Page 41 ems quum D imesh OO oC E 2 Adjusting the Overscan 2 Overscan H o bel I E Er i Rcg a This function allows you to adjust the Overscan Losp Display D On area ratio display area ratio 5 Video System m Auto ET 2 SNR Orientation lt button gt button ola or gt an Overscan H Reduces the Enlarges the Lamp Timer Life T on 100 Horizontal image image The display The display area Over
65. r left posi tion the screen adjustments will be set and the GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT mode will end QY Note The placement of the screen and the projector may result in the image aspect ratio becoming slightly distorted e Try H amp V KEYSTONE when GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT does not fully correct trapezoi dal distortion 34 mage Projection Continued V On screen display K A Adjust upper left corner S GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT ADIUST eS RESET M END Geometric Adjustment Blue area Screen Upper Left Upper Right Ea Lower Right Lower Left Project the image and adjust the focus image size and projection angle Press KEYSTONE on the re mote control repeatedly until H amp V KEYSTONE is displayed e When the GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT mode has been used to adjust the im age a confirmation screen displays be fore the H amp V KEYSTONE screen ask ing if you want to reset the adjustments or not Then select RESET Press A or V on the remote con trol to align the left and right sides of the projected image Press lt or on the remote con trol to align the upper and lower sides of the projected image Press KEYSTONE or ENTER on the remote control and the H amp V KEYSTONE mode ends E CR Ge CR Y Note e If adjustments are made using both H KEY STONE and V KEYSTONE at the same time the image aspec
66. r normal environments High Select this when using the projector at altitudes of approximately 4 900 feet 1 500 meters or more Selectable items Description When Fan Mode is set to High the fan rotation 9600bps Transmission speed is slow speeds up and the fan noise becomes louder 115200bps Transmission speed is rapid Returning to the Default Settings Reducing the Power Use All Reset to initialize all the adjustments Consumption When the you have made to the default settings Power Is in Standby Mode Q Note When STANDBY Mode has been set to Stan The following items cannot be initialized dard the RS 232C function is activated and e Fine Sync menu power is consumed even in standby mode It is Special Modes recommended that STANDBY Mode be set to Options1 menu Eco when it is not being used This reduces Lamp Timer Life power consumption when the projector is in Language standby mode Selectable items Description Selecting the On screen Standard The RS 232C function is activated even if the projector is Display Language in standby mode The projector can switch the on screen display The RS 232C function is language among 11 languages switched off when the projector is in standby mode English Svenska Deutsch Portugu s Espa ol DUE Q Note Bou zH e When you want to control the projector using
67. s can be made either when INPUTS or INPUT4 are selected or when INPUT1 2 INPUTS or INPUT6 are selected and the in put signal is 480I or 5761 Menu operation gt Page 41 Reducing Image Noise 7 Switching the Iris DNR Video digital noise reduction DNR provides high This function controls the quantity of the pro quality images with minimal dot crawl and cross jected light and the contrast of the image color noise Setting Selectable items Description Selectable items Description High Brightness High brightness is given OFF DNR does not function priority over high contrast Level 1 3 Sets the DNR level for viewing a clearer picture High Contrast High contrast is given priority over high brightness G SY Note QS Note Set DNR to OFF in the following cases You can also use O IRIS on the remote con When the image is blurry trol to change the Iris See page 38 When the contours and colors of moving im ages drag When TV broadcasts with weak signals are projected Lamp Setting Power Fan consumption sound When using AC 100V Normal 355W Approx 2 000 hours Approx 3 000 hours Lamp Life Q SY Note When Lamp Setting is set to Eco Quiet the power consumption will decrease and the lamp life will extend Projection brightness decreases approximately 1396 Injesn nN D t c m D
68. s for a camera or a video game INPUTS S video M SVIDEO a Cables for a camera or a video game INPUT4 E a RGB cable commercially available INPUT5 connecting to Video Equipment Before connecting ensure that the power cord of the projector is unplugged from the AC outlet and turn off the devices to be connected After making all connections turn on the projector first and then the other devices When connecting the component video equipment to the component input termi nal on the projector INPUT1 or INPUT2 To component output Y CB PB CR PR terminal To INPUT1 or INPUT2 terminal gt Poco COE tiro vipi i Y Psico PRICA sv COMPONENTES amp Component cable commercially available e le D Q fe 7 23 Connecting to Video Equipment Continued When connecting to equipment with S video output terminal INPUT3 To S video output terminal To INPUTS terminal S video cable commercially available When connecting to equipment with video output terminal INPUT4 To video output terminal To INPUT4 terminal Video cable commercially available 24 When connecting the component video equipment to the computer RGB component input terminal on the projector INPUT5
69. scan V area ratio ratio becomes Settings on the Options 1 menu Vertical becomes larger smaller D Adjusting the Image Position You can move the projected image vertically QY Note The Image Shift function cannot be selected when Resize is set to DOT BY DOT You can also use the IMAGE SHIFT buttons on the remote control to adjust the image po sition QY Note This function can only be adjusted when a video S video or Component signal is input e f the display area ratio is set too large noise may appear at the screen edges If this hap pens set the display area ratio to a smaller value When Resize is set to CINEMA ZOOM depending on the input signal Overscan V may not be adjustable Also read About Copyrights on page 37 3 Adjusting the Vertical Size of the Display Subtitle Setting With this function you can adjust the vertical size of the display to allow for subtitles The image is compressed by adjusting the vertical size of the display The image is enlarged by adjusting the vertical size of the display QY Note When changing the screen with the Subtitle set ting not only the bottom of the screen rises but also the upper part is changed to a certain point The Subtitle setting can be adjusted more ef fectively with the Overscan and Image Shift functions The Subtitle setting only w
70. t ratio may become slightly distorted e When adjusting H KEYSTONE and V KEY STONE at the same time the values of adjust able angles for each setting become smaller The adjustable value of the V KEYSTONE becomes extremely small when H KEY STONE is made to be the maximum value V On screen display E HavKeYsTONE Ho vo END Xek ADJUST ENTER G RESET Vertical Keystone Correction Adjustment with A V Horizontal Keystone Correction Adjustment with lt e mo O o fe E 35 aiseg Pg Image Projection Continued Resize Mode This function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image De pending on the input signal you can choose STRETCH SIDE BAR CINEMA ZOOM or DOT BY DOT Computer input only image Press RESIZE on the projector or C9RESIZE on the remote control VIDEO On the projector ke ESIZE button On the remote control m RESIZE RESIZE button amp E5 e STRETCH is fixed when 540P 720P or 10801 signals are entered Input Signal Output screen image 4801 480P 5761 SECAM 576P NTSC PAL DVD Video Image type STRETCH SIDE BAR CINEMA ZOOM e O O O O O Q T ON 0 O O Q Q 4 3 aspect ratio EEE EE Je Q Letter box 0 N0 ON ZQ Squeezed MN O 9 e e 540P 72
71. tact your local authorities or if you are located in the United States of America the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement See Replacing the Lamp on page 54 This SHARP projector uses a DMD panel This very sophisticated panel contains 983 040 pixels micromirrors As with any high technology electronic equipment such as large screen TVs video systems and video cameras there are certain acceptable tolerances that the equipment must conform to This unit has some inactive pixels within acceptable tolerances which may result in inactive dots on the picture screen This will not affect the picture quality or the life expectancy of the unit 2 a W The specifications are slightly different depending on the model However you can connect and operate all models in the same manner e ln this operation manual the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation and may differ slightly from the actual display ow to Read this Operation Manual 5 e o O c e e P Using the Menu Screen ENTER button Adjustment buttons A lt gt MENU MENU button ENTER ENTER button RETURN RETURN button Press RETURN to re Buttons used in turn to the previous screen when the menu this operation is displayed Menu Selections Adjustments Example Adjusting Bright This opera
72. tems to be adjusted ENTER The item displayed by itself eu PERE Bright ENNIO d NS 9 SEL ADJ Rin Menu Gy RETURN amp END G icture Adjustment Picture menu Menu operation gt Page 41 gt PAGE 1 gt PAGE 2 Benga Bens CD Picture Mode gt Standard Picture Mode Standard Contrast om 1 O Brighi Cp O Color RR E mE LR Uer 1 el Tint o EI eM amp l I B 5 Progressive gt 3D Progressive nam a a IB O NR D Leveli j a 4 D IRIS D High Brightness Lamp Setting gt Bright Reset Selectable Description The default settings of each item when selecting Picture Mode ipti items CLR Temp BrilliantColor IRIS Lamp Setting andard For standard image 7500K 0 igh Brigh Bright atural A balanced color image is obtained 7500K igh Brigh Bright ynamic A vivid image is obtained 7500K igh Brigh Bright ovie1 Makes the black levels of the 6500K igh Brigh Eco Quiet dark portions of the screen more pronounced and vivid Reduces glare and creates a High Con Eco Quiet subdued tone Allows you to store your picture igh Brigh Bright adjustment settings The settings Stored effect each input mode You can set or adjust each item in the Picture menu to your preference Any changes you make are retained in memory Q Q Note You can also press amp PICTURE
73. the Keystone setting The display disappears 24 Also read About Copyrights on page 37 GEOMETRIC For correcting an image by ADJUSTMENT designating the corner of the projected image See page 34 H amp V For correcting an image by KEYSTONE designating the horizontal or vertical axes See page 35 oiseg e Ee 1 o e gt 33 On GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT AA Info When adjusting a 4 3 aspect ratio input sig nal to a 4 3 aspect ratio screen correct the trapezoidal distortion by setting RESIZE to STRETCH 16 9 Press KEYSTONE on the re mote control repeatedly until GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT is WV displayed 2 Adjust the focus size and projec tion angle so that the screen edges line up into the blue area e Line up the screen edges into the blue wo area as closely as possible 3 Press A V 4 or to move the position for the upper left of the image e Adjust the screen until the displayed red arrows line up in the upper left 4 Press C2 ENTER to set the posi tion The arrow in the upper right turns red D Repeat the same procedure with the positions for the upper right lower right and lower left of the image When you press C9 RETURN at this point you will return to the previous screen f you press RETURN before adjust ing the upper left corner the Reset Con firmation screen displays When you confirm the lowe
74. the remote control INPUT 5 or INPUT 6 7 Selecting the HDMI Setting When there is an HDMl capable device con nected to INPUT 6 an optimum picture may not be displayed if the device s output signal type and the projector s input signal type do not match If this should occur switch the HDMI Setting Selectable items Description Standard Enhanced Q Note When the black levels of the image show banding or appear faded select the option that results in the best picture quality In most circumstances Standard should be selected e The HDMI Setting can be selected only when INPUT 6 is selected Selecting the Background Image Selectable items Description Blue Blue screen None Black screen Menu operation gt Page 41 06 9 Auto Power Off CD 4 PRJ Mode D Front Function T RS 232C 2 9600 bps STANDBY Mode gt Eco 4 Fan Mode gt Normal Selectable Description 5 J 9 4 All Reset items Language gt English When no input signal is detected for more than 15 minutes the projector will automatically enter standby mode The Auto Power Off function will be disabled Settings o Options 2 menu Q E lt Note D Reversing Inverting When the Auto Power Off function is set to Projected Images On 5 minutes before the projector enters standby mode the message Enter STANDBY mode in X min will
75. tion can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector Button used in 1 Press MENU Example Picture screen menu for INPUT 1 this step The Picture menu screen for the se lected input mode is displayed Selected input mode X Menu icons 2 Press gt or 4 to select the menu L icon to adjust MED co ss CZE The selected icon is highlighted Picture Mode Standard m Menu icon Menu screen Coa l a gt 2 Bright E EM o Picture Calor E EB On screen Tint Fine Sync Sharp O m Options Rea B display q3 Options2 RY Note SEL ADJ ENTER e The Fine Sync menu is not available lt Q RETURN Geno WV for INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 41 ER Info Indicates safeguards for using the projector Q Note Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the projector For Future Reference Maintenance Troubleshooting Index c ontents Preparing Introduction How to Read this Operation Manual 3 Coritents ance ee prts 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 6 Accessories 10 Part Names and Functions Inserting the Batteries Usable Range a e 15 Quick Start Quick Start assess 16 Using Basic Operation Turning the Projector On Off Connecting the Power Cord s Turning the Projector on
76. tton AL FREEZE FREEZE button Selecting the Picture Mode You can select the appropriate picture mode to best match the projected im age you are watching Press PICTURE MODE e When pressing PICTURE MODE the picture mode changes in the following order Standard gt Natural gt Dynamic Memory Movie2 Movie1 QY Note e See page 43 for details on the picture mode m enu Items The following shows the items that can be set in the projector The selectable items vary depending on the selected input input signals or adjustment values Items that cannot be selected will be greyed out Picture menu PAGE 1 RT EJ 9 Picture Mode gt Standard Contrast oW 1 U Bright o1E3 f Color oE I E Tint Lo om I El Sharp om I Red I om 1 O Blue o0 I H lt SEL ADJ ENTER G RETURN END PAGE 2 Dos sm Picture Mode D Standard CLR Temp SUITE 1 E BrilliantColor 1 6 I 9 C M S Progressive gt 3D Progressive DNR D Level1 IRIS High Brightness Lamp Setting gt Bright 4 Reset lt SEL ADJ Single ADJ lt RETURN END C M S Saturation C M S Value Reset BRL 0 B 1 O Oyt of 1 O Ost of I O Oct oD I H Mer of 1 H Bu of I H Reset gt SEL ADJ 4 ENTER G RETURN S END
77. ual may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help U S A ONLY Declaration of conformity SHARP PROJECTOR MODEL DT 500 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza Mahwah New Jersey 07430 2135 TEL 1 800 BE SHARP 1 800 237 4277 U S A ONLY PRODUCT DISPOSAL This projector utilizes tin lead solder and a pressurized lamp containing a small amount of mercury Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please con
78. uct does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service DLP Digital Light Processing DMD Digital Micromirror Device and BrilliantColor are trademarks of Texas Instruments Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries PC AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc in the United States and or other countries HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or regis tered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Some IC chips in this product include confidential and or trade secret property belonging to Texas Instruments Therefore you may not copy modify adapt translate distribute reverse engineer reverse assemble or discompile the contents thereof 7 5
79. ufacturer as they may cause hazards Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or aundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may all causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with he product Any mounting of the product should ollow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the anufacturer N Ra A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn 10 11 12 13 14 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided or ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating and hese openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing he product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered e Power Sources This product should be operated only from the
80. used to control the projector within the ranges shown in the illustration Remote control sensor front e 2 fr et o Remote control signal transmitters Remote control sensor rear Q lt S Note e The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy operation However the effective distance of the signal may differ depending on the screen material When using the remote control e Ensure that you do not drop expose to moisture or high temperature e The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp In this case move the projector away from the fluorescent lamp 15 Quick Start This section shows the basic operation projector connecting with the video equipment For details see the page described below for each step Setup and Projection In this section connection of the projector and the video equipment is explained using one ex ample 3 M _ STANDBY ON 8 STANDBY button button O A ON button 5 INPUT buttons A 3 E 7 KEYSTONE button 7 Adjustment buttons A lt gt se IN ENTER button 6 Focus ring YN 6 Zoom ring d N g HEIGHT 5 ADJUST lever 1 Place the projector facing a wall or a screen P 18 2 Connect the projector to the video equipment and plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector gt PP 22 28 To INPUT 4 terminal Connect the audio output of any
81. ype of power source indicated on the marking abel If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company For products intended o operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This product is provided with one of the following ypes of plugs If the plug should fail to fit into the power outlet please contact your electrician Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug a Two wire type mains plug b Three wire grounding type mains plug with a grounding terminal This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 15 Overloading 19 Replacement Parts Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or When replacement parts are required be sure integral convenience receptacles as this can the service technician has used replacement result in a ris

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