LCD PROJECTORMODELXG-C58XXG-C68XOPERATION MANUALIntroductionConnections and SetupBasic OperationEasy to Use FunctionsAppendix

-61. Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should be readbefore the product is operated.2. Retain InstructionsThe safety and oper

-96For SHARP AssistanceIf you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first refer to the“Troubleshooting” section on pages

Appendix-97SpecificationsLCD ProjectorXG-C58X/XG-C68XNTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL 60/SECAM/DTV480I/DTV480P/DTV540P/DTV576I/DTV576P/DTV720P/

-98DimensionsSide View Side ViewTop ViewRear ViewFront ViewBottom View3 15/16 (100.5)9 1/2 (241.5)15 3/8 (390)5 (126.5)1/16 (1.5)1/16 (1.5)3 1/8 (80)ø

Appendix-99GlossaryAdvanced intelligent compressionHigh quality resizing of lower and higher resolu-tion images to fit the projector’s native resoluti

-1002D Progressive ... 473D Progressive ... 47AC soc

Appendix-101Save Setting... 48Select Setting...

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Introduction-718. Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and referservicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowin

-8IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSObserve the following safeguards when setting up yourprojector.Caution concerning the lamp unit Potential hazard of glass parti

Introduction-9PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, so that you canwork with the projector, even if you do not have t

-10Projector (Front and Top View)Part Names3434838339423538504235422525ON buttonFor turning the power on.37STANDBY buttonFor putting the projector int

Introduction-11Projector (Rear View)Using the Kensington Lock•This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington Mi

-12Remote Control (Front View)Part Names38KEYSTONE buttonFor adjusting Keystone or Digital Shift setting.23 WIRED R/C JACKFor controlling the proje

Introduction-1323' (7 m)30°30°45°Using the Remote Control The remote control can be used to control the projectorwithin the ranges shown in the

-14AccessoriesRemote controlRRMCGA176WJSATwo R-6 batteries(“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, HP-7 or similar)Power cordFor U.S., Canada, etc.(6' (1.8 m))QACCD

Connections and SetupConnections and Setup

IMPORTANT• For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft ofyour Projector, please record the Serial Numberlocated on the bottom of the projector

-16Connecting the Projector to Other DevicesBefore ConnectingNote• Before connecting, make sure the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet is

Connections and Setup-17Connecting the PowerCordPlug in the supplied power cord intothe AC socket on the rear of the pro-jector.Power codeSuppliedacce

-18Connecting the thumbscrew cables Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that itfits correctly into the terminal. Then, firmly securethe connecto

Connections and Setup-19Connecting to Video Equipment1S-video cable (commercially available)Connecting to VideoEquipment Using anS-video, a CompositeV

To analog componentoutput terminalTo audio output terminal2ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA audio cable(commercially available)13 RCA to 15-pinD-sub cab

Connections and Setup-21Connecting to an AmplifierConnecting to anAmplifier or Other AudioComponentsUsing a ø3.5 mm stereo minijack to RCA au-dio cabl

Connecting to aComputer Using a DIN-D-sub RS-232C Adaptorand an RS-232C SerialControl CableWhen the RS-232C terminal on the projectoris connected to a

Connections and Setup-23OptionalcableConnecting to a MonitorWatching Images onBoth the Projector anda MonitorYou can display computer images on both t

-24Using the Wireless Presentation Function of theRemote ControlThe Wireless Presentation function on the projector works the same as the [Page Up] an

Connections and Setup-25UpDownSetupUsing the AdjustmentFeetThe height of the projector can be adjustedusing the adjustment feet at the front and backo

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 10A fuse. Shouldthe fu

Zoom inZoom outZoom knobFocus ringAdjusting the LensThe image is focused and adjusted to thedesired size using the focus ring or zoomknob on the proje

Connections and Setup-2790°90°Example of Standard SetupSetting up the ScreenPosition the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and

-28HScreenL:Projection distanceLens centerBase line:Horizontal line passing throughthe lens centerSTRETCH Mode (16:9)Picture (Screen) size Projection

Connections and Setup-29Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L]Distance from the lens centerDiag. [χ]Width Height Maximum [L1] Minimum [L2] to t

-30AN-C27MZ (Optional accessory)Throw ratio1:2.7 to 4.3Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L]Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the

Connections and Setup-31Note• There is an error of ± 3% in the formula above.• Values with a minus (–) sign indicate the distance of the lens center b

-32When using the default setting.▼On-screen DisplayProjecting a Reversed/Inverted ImageProjection from behind the screen Place a translucent screen

Basic OperationBasic Operation

Image Projection▼Keycode input box-34LampindicatorPowerindicatorINPUTbutton',", \, |buttonsMENUbuttonENTERbuttonON button', ", \,

Basic Operation-353 Press , , or onthe remote control to select theINPUT mode.•After pressing once on the projector,use to select the desired

The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Swedish, Spanish, Italian,Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified Chine

Image Projection5 Press to temporarily turnoff the sound.Note• Pressing again will turn thesound back on.Selecting the On-screenDisplay LanguageT

Basic Operation-37Turning the Power off1Press STANDBY on the projectoror on the remote control,then press that button againwhile the confirmation me

Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion (Keystone Correction)Correcting TrapezoidalDistortionThis function allows for Keystone (On-screenTrapezoidal Distort

Basic Operation-39• The Digital Shift function works with BORDER, STRETCH or SMART STRETCH screen. For details, see page 53.• To access Digital Shift

-40Menu Bar ItemsThis list shows the items that can be set in the projector. INPUT 1 / 2 ModeNote• The resolution, vertical frequency and horizontal

Basic Operation-41 INPUT 3 / 4 ModeEnglishDeutschEspañolNederlandsFrançaisItalianoSvenskaPortuguêsPage 78+30–30+30–30+30–30+30–30+30–30+30–30+30–30+3

This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and variousprojector settings.You can operate the menus from the projec

Basic Operation-432 Press \\\\\ or ||||| to select themenu you want to adjust.Note• For details on the menus, see thetree charts on pages 40 and 41.

▼ Menu screenMenu Selections(Settings)1 Press .• The menu screen is displayed.Note• The “Picture” menu screen for theselected input mode is displayed

Basic Operation-454 Press |||||.• The cursor shifts to the sub menu.5 Press ''''' or """"" to select

Introduction-1Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration

Adjusting the PictureYou can adjust the projector’s picture to your preferences with the following picture settings.Selected Item Description\ button

Basic Operation-47Progressive ModeThis function allows you to select the progres-sive display of a video signal. The progres-sive display projects a s

Adjusting Computer ImagesUse the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering inportions of the screen.Computer

Basic Operation-49Selecting Adjustment SettingsAdjustment settings stored in the projectorcan be easily accessed.Select “Select Setting” in the “FineS

Auto Sync AdjustmentUsed to automatically adjust a computer image.Select “Auto Sync” in the “Fine Sync”menu on the menu screen.➝ For operating the men

Easy to Use FunctionsEasy to Use Functions

-52Selecting the Picture Display ModeSwitching the PictureDisplay Using DifferentInput SignalsPress .• Each time is pressed, the displaychanges as

Easy to Use Functions-53SMART STRETCH1024 × 576*——480I, 480P, 576I, 576P,NTSC, PAL, SECAM540P720P, 1035I, 1080I4:3 aspect ratio.Letter box, squeeze16:

54Freezing a MovingImage1 Press .• The projected image is frozen.2 Press again to return to themoving image from the cur-rently connected device.Di

Easy to Use Functions-55Enlarging a Specific Portion of an ImageDisplaying an EnlargedPortion of an Image1 Press .• Enlarges the image.• Pressing o

-2WARNING:The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters the standby mode.During normal operation,

56Selected ModeSTANDARDPRESENTATIONCINEMACUSTOMDescriptionFor Standard pictureBrightens darker portions of image for more enhanced presentations.Gives

Easy to Use Functions-57Displaying Dual Pictures (Pict in Pict)Picture in Picture function allows you to display two pictures on the same screen. You

58Black Screen Function-58BLACK SCREENbutton" Projected ImageThis function can be used to display a black screen.Blacking out the Pro-jected Imag

Easy to Use Functions-59Displaying the Break Timer"On-screen DisplayDisplaying and Settingthe Break Timer1 Press . The break timerstarts to coun

-60Color Management System (C. M. S.)Selecting the ColorReproduction ModeSelect “Color Selected” in the “C.M.S.”menu on the menu screen.➝ For operatin

Easy to Use Functions-61Setting the Brightnessof the Target ColorSelect “Lightness” in the “C.M.S.”menu on the menu screen.➝ For operating the menu sc

-62-62Color Management System (C.M.S.)Resetting User-DefinedColor SettingsSelect “Reset (This Color)” or “Reset(All Colors)” in the “C.M.S.” menu onth

Easy to Use Functions-63Setting the Audio Out-put TypeSelect “Audio Out” in the “Options (1)”menu on the menu screen.➝ For operating the menu screen,

-64Auto Search FunctionThis function automatically searches for and switches to the input mode in which signalsare being received, when the projector

Easy to Use Functions-65Video Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) SystemReducing Image NoiseSelect “DNR” in the “Options (1)” menuon the menu screen.➝ For o

Introduction-3Outstanding Features1. Ultra High Brightness from a Compact Projector••••• 310W SHP LampUse 310W SHP lamp for excellent color uniformity

-66Setting the Video SystemSetting the VideoSystemSelect “Video System” in the “Options(1)” menu on the menu screen.➝ For operating the menu screen, s

Easy to Use Functions-67Saving Projected Images• This projector allows you to capture projected images (RGB signals) and set them as astartup image, o

68Setting a Background ImageThis function allows you to select the image displayed when no signal is being sent to the projector.*1 You can set a capt

Easy to Use Functions-69Selecting the Economy ModeThese functions allow you to reduce the power consumption of the projector.Setting the Power SaveMod

-70-70Remaining Lamp Life(Percentage)Displaying the Remaining Lamp Life (Percentage)Checking the RemainingLamp Life (Percentage)This function allows y

Easy to Use Functions-71Reversing/Inverting Projected ImagesThis projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you to reverse

-72-72Locking the Operation Buttons on the ProjectorThis function can be used to lock the use of certain operation buttons on the projector.The follow

Easy to Use Functions-73Setting up a PasswordEntering the PasswordSelect “Password” in the “Options (2)”menu on the menu screen.➝ For operating the me

-74Changing the PasswordSelect “Password” in the “Options (2)”menu on the menu screen.➝ For operating the menu screen, seepages 42 to 45.1 Press &apos

Easy to Use Functions-75Setting the Anti-TheftThe anti-theft function prevents unauthorized use of the projector. You can choose to usethis function o

-4ContentsAdjusting the Picture ... 46Adjusting Image Preferences ... 46Selecting

-76-76Setting the Anti-Theft2 Enter the remaining 3 digits bypressing any buttons you like.3 Enter the same keycode oncemore in “Reconfirm”.Note• The

Easy to Use Functions-77Initializing the SettingsThis function allows you to initialize the settings you have made in the projector.Returning to theDe

-78This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen.Displaying the Adjustment SettingsOverview of All MenuSettin

AppendixAppendix

-80Cleaning the lens Use a commercially available blower or lenscleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)for cleaning the lens. Do not use any l

Appendix-81Replacing the Air FilterAir filterM4M4M4M4STANDBY buttonSTANDBYbuttonAir filter (not removable)• This projector is equipped with air fil-te

5 Clean the air filter.• Clean the dust off the air filter andcover with a vacuum cleaner extensionhose.6 Replace the air filter.• Place the air filte

Appendix-83Maintenance Indicators The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector. If a problem occurs, either the temper

-84Maintenance IndicatorsInfo• If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters the standby mode, follow the pos-sible solut

Appendix-85Lamp It is recommended that the lamp (optional: AN-C55LP) be replaced when the remaining lamp lifebecomes 5% or less, or when you notice a

Introduction-5Locking the Operation Buttonson the Projector ... 72Setting up the Keylock ...

LampunitAN-C55LPUser service screwRemoving and Install-ing the Lamp UnitInfo• Make sure that you remove the lamp bythe handle. Do not touch the glass

Appendix-87SecuringscrewAC socketINPUT buttonENTER buttonUser service screwUNDO buttonON button5 Remove the lamp unit.• Loosen the securing screws fro

-88510151611896521437RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin Mini DIN female connectorPin No. Signal Name I/O Reference1 Not connected2RDReceive Data Input Connected

Appendix-89(RS-232C) Specifications and Command SettingsPC controlA computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial cont

-90CONTROL CONTENTSINPUT 1 RESIZE : NORMALINPUT 1 RESIZE : FULLINPUT 1 RESIZE : DOT BY DOTINPUT 1 RESIZE : STRETCHINPUT 1 RESIZE : SMART STRETCHINPUT

Appendix-91CONTROL CONTENTSFAOVAOSPEAKER ONSPEAKER OFFPICT IN PICT : BOTTOM RIGHTPICT IN PICT : BOTTOM LEFTPICT IN PICT : UPPER RIGHTPICT IN PICT : UP

-92Wired Remote Control Terminal SpecificationsSpecifications of wired remote control input••••• ø3.5 mm minijack••••• External: +5 V (1 A)••••• Inter

Appendix-93Computer Compatibility ChartNote• This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode.

-94TroubleshootingCheck• Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.• Power to the external connected devices is off.• The selected inpu

Appendix-95CheckProblem PagePict in Pict does notwork.The projector cannot beturned on or put into thestandby mode using theON or STANDBY buttonon the