Casio Projector XJ-A257 User Manual

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DATA PROJECTOR
XJ-A Series
XJ-A142/XJ-A147*
XJ-A242/XJ-A247*
XJ-A252/XJ-A257*
XJ-M Series
XJ-M141/XJ-M146*
XJ-M151/XJ-M156*
XJ-M241/XJ-M246*
XJ-M251/XJ-M256*
User’s Guide
zIn this manual, “XJ-A Series” and “XJ-M Series” refer only to the specific models listed above.
zBe sure to read the “Safety Precautions” and “Operating Precautions” in the “Setup Guide” 
document that comes with the Data Projector, and make sure you use this product correctly.
zKeep this manual in a safe place for future reference....

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zDLP is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments of the United States.
zMicrosoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
zHDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
zMac OS is a trademark or registered trademark of Apple, Inc. in the United States and other 
countries.
zPJLink is a pending trademark or a registered...

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Contents
Projector Features and Main Functions ....................... 7
Features Common to All Models ................................................................................. 7
USB Model Features.................................................................................................... 7
Other Model-specific Features .................................................................................... 8
Getting Ready .....................................................................

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To project a movie file ............................................................................................ 29
File Menu Operations ................................................................................................. 31
To toggle the file menu between the list view and icon view ................................. 31
To scroll the file menu ............................................................................................ 31
To open a folder...

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To change the aspect ratio of the projected image (ASPECT) ............................... 51
To adjust image brightness (FUNC) ........................................................................ 52
To change the color mode (FUNC) ......................................................................... 52
Eco Mode (ECO) ...................................................................................53
To select the Eco...

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Appendix ........................................................................ 72
Connecting to a Component Video Output ..........................................72
Connecting to a Composite Video Output or S-Video Output 
(XJ-M Series Only) ................................................................................73
Updating Firmware and Transferring a User Logo ...............................74
To connect the projector’s LOGO port with a computer’s USB port ..................... 74
Hanging...

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Projector Features and Main Functions
Features Common to All Models
zMercury-free Hybrid Light Source
A CASIO-original laser and LED hybrid light source delivers high luminance from 2,500 to 3,000 
lumens. This projector does not use a mercury lamp, making it environmentally friendly.
zA wide selection of input sources
Analog RGB, composite video, S-video (XJ-M Series only), component video (Y·Cb·Cr, Y·Pb·Pr), 
and HDMI input sources are supported.
zIntelligent Brightness Control function (Eco Mode)...

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Other Model-specific Features
XJ-A Series
zSlim and compact
A4 file size and approximately 43 mm slim. Compact enough to install or use just about anywhere.
XJ-M Series
z 3D image projection support
Projection of a 3D image signal  (60Hz/120Hz field sequential pr otocol) via one of three input 
sources (analog RGB, composite  video, S-video) is supported.
WXGA models (XJ-A242, XJ-A247, XJ-A252, XJ-A257, XJ-M241, XJ-M246, XJ-M251, XJ-M256)
z WXGA Resolution
Supports WXGA (1280
 ×
 800) wide-screen pr...

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Getting Ready
This section explains how to select a location for the projector, how to connect its cables, and how to 
perform other operations required before using it.
Locate the projector on a desk, table, or stand that is firm and level. Make sure that you allow 
sufficient space around the sides and back of the projector for proper ventilation. The illustrations 
below show how the projector should be oriented relative to the screen for optimum projection.
Important!zWith an XJ-A Series Projector,...

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Setup Precautions
zUse a conveniently located power outlet that you can reach easily when you need to unplug the 
projector.
zDo not located any objected within 30 cm (11.8 inches) around the projector. Particular care is 
required to keep objects away from projector air intake and exhaust openings.
zAirflow from air conditioning equipment can blow the heat being exhausted from the area around 
the projector’s lens in a way that causes heat ripples to appear in the projected image. If this 
happens,...