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.
zVisit the site below for the latest version of this manual.
http://world.casio.com/manual/projector/ *USB ModelsEN 
						

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zMicrosoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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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 trademark in Japan, the United States, and other 
countries and areas.
zCrestron is a registered trademark of Crestron Electronics, Inc. of the United States.
zAMX is a registered trademark of AMX LLC of the United States.
zXGA is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation of the United States.
zOther company and product names may be registered product names or trademarks of their 
respective owners.
zPortions of this product are based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.
zThe contents of this User’s Guide are subject to change without notice.
zCopying of this manual, either in part or its entirety is forbidden. You are allowed to use this 
manual for your own personal use. Any other use is forbidden without the permission of CASIO 
COMPUTER CO., LTD.
zCASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any lost profits or claims from third 
parties arising out of the use of this product or this manual.
zCASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any loss or lost profits due to loss of 
data due to malfunction or maintenance of this product, or any other reason.
zThe sample screens shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only, and may not be 
exactly the same as the screens actually produced by the product. 
						

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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 .................................................................. 9
Setting Up the Projector .........................................................................9
Setup Precautions ..................................................................................................... 10
Connecting Projector Cables ...............................................................11
Remote Controller ................................................................................12
To load remote controller batteries ........................................................................ 13
To replace remote controller batteries ................................................................... 13
Projecting an Image ...................................................... 14
Selecting the Input Source ...................................................................14
To select the input source ...................................................................................... 15
Resolution .................................................................................................................. 15
3D Input Mode (XJ-M Series Only) .......................................................16
Entering the 3D Input Mode ................................................................................... 16
Returning to the Normal Input Mode from the 3D Input Mode .............................. 17
Horizontal Flipping in the 3D Input Mode .................................................................. 17
To swap the left and right images .......................................................................... 17
Projecting with File Viewer (USB Model Only)......................................18
File Viewer Overview .................................................................................................. 18
Projecting Files Located in Projector Internal Memory .............................................. 18
To copy files from a computer to projector internal memory ................................. 19
Starting Projection of Files Located in Projector Internal Memory ......................... 21
To format projector internal memory ...................................................................... 22
Projecting Files from a Memory Device Connected by USB ..................................... 23
To connect a USB flash drive to the projector ....................................................... 23
To connect a memory card to the projector ........................................................... 24
To connect a digital camera to the projector.......................................................... 24
To start projection of files that are on a memory device connected via USB......... 25
Projecting Files .......................................................................................................... 27
To project a presentation file .................................................................................. 27
To project a PDF file ............................................................................................... 28
To project an image file .......................................................................................... 29 
						

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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 ..................................................................................................... 31
To exit the current folder and move up to the next level ........................................ 31
To return to the main screen from the file menu .................................................... 31
Configuring File Viewer Settings ................................................................................ 32
To configure File Viewer settings............................................................................ 32
Autorun ...................................................................................................................... 34
To auto project images files or a movie file from a USB flash drive ....................... 34
To auto project images files or a movie file from projector internal memory.......... 35
File Viewer Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 36
File Viewer Error Messages ....................................................................................... 37
Using EZ-Converter FA to Convert PowerPoint Files to ECA or PtG Files ................ 38
To convert a PowerPoint file to an ECA file or PtG file........................................... 39
To specify the screen resolution of the ECA file or PtG file.................................... 41
To specify the maximum animation display time .................................................... 41
To play back an ECA file or PtG file on your computer .......................................... 41
Projecting with the USB Display Function (USB Model Only) ..............43
USB Display Function Overview ................................................................................ 43
Projecting Computer Screen Contents Over a USB Connection .............................. 43
To project Windows computer screen contents over a USB connection 
for the first time ...................................................................................................... 44
To project Mac OS computer screen contents over a USB connection 
for the first time ...................................................................................................... 45
To project computer screen contents over a USB connection 
after the first time.................................................................................................... 47
Projecting the Screen Image of a Graphing Calculator 
(USB Model Only) .................................................................................48
To project the screen image of a graphing calculator ............................................ 48
Operating the Projector................................................ 49
Output Image and Audio Operations ...................................................49
To use manual keystone correction (KEYSTONE) .................................................. 49
To zoom an image (D-ZOOM)................................................................................. 49
To adjust the volume level (VOLUME) .................................................................... 49
To mute the audio (VOLUME) ................................................................................. 50
To momentarily blank the image and mute the audio (BLANK) .............................. 50
To freeze an image (FREEZE) ................................................................................. 50
To auto adjust an image (AUTO)............................................................................. 50 
						

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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 Mode.......................................................................................... 53
Using the Presentation Timer (TIMER) .................................................54
To display the timer ................................................................................................ 54
To display the timer function menu ........................................................................ 54
To configure timer settings ..................................................................................... 55
To start a countdown timer operation .................................................................... 55
To pause the timer countdown............................................................................... 56
To resume a paused timer countdown ................................................................... 56
To reset the timer to its start time........................................................................... 56
Using the Setup Menu (MENU) ............................................................57
Basic Setup Menu Operations ................................................................................... 57
Setup Menu Settings ................................................................................................. 57
Password Protection ............................................................................62
Using the Password Feature...................................................................................... 62
To change the password ........................................................................................ 63
To change the power on password setting ............................................................ 64
To change the projector internal storage function password ................................. 64
Control Panel Lock ...............................................................................65
To lock the control panel ........................................................................................ 65
To unlock the control panel .................................................................................... 65
Cleaning the Projector.................................................. 66
Cleaning the Projector Exterior ............................................................66
Cleaning the Lens.................................................................................66
Cleaning Vents .....................................................................................66
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 67
Indicators..............................................................................................67
Error Indicators and Warning Messages ..............................................68
Projector Troubleshooting ....................................................................70 
						

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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 the Projector from a Ceiling ...................................................75
Projection Distance and Screen Size ...................................................76
Aspect Ratio Setting and Projection Image .........................................78
Supported Signals ................................................................................80
Projector RS-232C Control ..................................................................83
To establish a serial connection between the projector and a computer ............... 83 
						

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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)
The projector senses surrounding light levels and adjusts projection brightness automatically as 
required for efficient low-power operation. (Requires “Eco Mode” setting to be set to “On (Auto)”.)
zDirect Power On
The projector can be configured to turn on automatically and start projecting as soon as it is 
plugged into a power outlet.
zPresentation Timer
The presentation timer is a countdown timer that shows the amount of presentation timing 
remaining on the projection screen.
zFirmware update and user logo image data transfer
Firmware (software in the projector flash ROM) updates and user logo images can be transferred to 
the projector from a computer as required.
USB Model Features
USB Models: XJ-A147, XJ-A247, XJ-A257, XJ-M146, XJ-M156, XJ-M246, XJ-M256
zProjection of image, movie, and other types of files (File Viewer)
The projector’s File Viewer can be used to open and project the following types of files located in 
projector internal memory or on a USB flash drive connected to the projector: image files (JPG, 
PNG, GIF, BMP), movie files (AVI, MOV, MP4), presentation files (ECA, PtG), PDF files.
zProjection of computer screen contents over a USB connection (USB Display)
Connecting the projector to a computer with a USB cable enables projection of the computer’s 
screen contents. This supports projection of screen contents of even small computers that have 
only a USB port, but no RGB, HDMI, or other type of video output terminal.
zGraphic Scientific Function Calculator Connection
Certain CASIO graphic scientific calculator models can be connected directly to the projector’s 
USB-A port for projection of the calculator screen contents.
zProjection of images from a computer or smart device over a wireless LAN connection*
The projector is configured as an access point, a computer or smart device can connect directly to 
it over a wireless LAN connection. Or a computer or smart device can connect over a wireless LAN 
connection via an existing wireless LAN access point. Both screen output and audio output are 
supported while a computer is connected.
zProjector control using a computer or smart device over a wireless LAN connection*
The projector can be controlled from a computer or smart device connected to it over a wireless 
LAN connection.
*For details about wireless LAN connection, see the separate “Network Function Guide”. 
						

							
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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 ojection resolution. This  resolution is ideal for 
projecting wide-screen notebook computer and HD TV images.
XJ-M Series USB M odels (XJ-M146, XJ-M156, XJ-M246, XJ-M256)
z Projection of screen contents of a computer connected via wired LAN *
A LAN cable can be used for a direct connection between the projector and a computer, or a LAN 
connection can be establis hed via an existing network router. Once a connection is established, 
both screen output and audio output are supported.
z Remote control of the projector from a computer connected via wired LAN *
Projector control operations can be performed  remotely using the web browser of a computer 
connected via a wired LAN connection.
* For details about LAN conn ection, see the separate “Network Function Guide”.
• Separately availa
ble 3D glasses (YA-G30) are required in  order to view a projected 3D image in 
3D. Also, separately available special software (C ASIO 3D Converter) is required to project a 3D 
image with the projector when a computer (analog RGB) is the input source.
• 3D image projection is not supported via an HDMI connection or component video connection. 
						

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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, the allowable vertical angle range when setting up is ±30 
degrees (Figure 1). Make sure the projector is within this range. Setting up the projector 
outside this vertical angle range can shorten lamp life. There is no limit on the horizontal angle 
of the projector (Figure 2).
zWith an XJ-M Series Projector, there is no limit on the vertical and horizontal setup angle.
Setting Up the Projector
XJ-A242/XJ-A247/XJ-A252/XJ-A257/
XJ-M241/XJ-M246/XJ-M251/XJ-M256Other models
Position the projector so the lens side is at the edge of the table, 
etc.Make sure the projector is at a right angle to the screen.
Figure 1 Figure 2
ScreenScreen 
						

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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, adjust the airflow of the air conditioning equipment or move the projector.