Sharp Xv Z10e Projector User Manual

							XV-Z10E
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PROJECTOR
PROJEKTOR
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PROJECTOR
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SHARP CORPORATION
XV-
Z10E
OPERATION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D’EMPLOI
BRUKSANVISNING
MANUAL DE MANEJO
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
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							SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 5A fuse.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked 
 or ASA and of
the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut
off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type.
DANGER
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immediately and
disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 5A socket outlet, as a
serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
WARNING:
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol 
 or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N
or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L
or coloured red.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended
by 93/68/EEC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit
Änderung 93/68/EWG.
Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées
par la directive 93/68/CEE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/
EEG.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.
Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC come emendata
dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.
Η εγκατάσταση αυτή ανταπκρίνεται στις απαιτήσεις των δηγιών της Ευρωπαϊκής Ενωσης 89/
336/ΕΚ και 73/23/ΕΚ, #πως ι καννισµί αυτί συµπληρώθηκαν απ# την δηγία 93/68/ΕΚ.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão
corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por
medio de la 93/68/CEE.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som kompletteras
av 93/68/EEC.
Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä 93/
68/EEC.
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Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.
WARNING:Intense light source. Do not look into the beam or view it directly. Be especially careful that children
do not look directly into the beam.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cabinet. No user-serviceable parts are inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
IntroductionENGLISH
IMPORTANT
For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your
Projector, please record the Serial Number located on
the bottom of the projector and retain this information.
Before recycling the packaging, please be sure that
you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly
against the list of “Supplied accessories” on page 14.Model No.: XV-Z10E
Serial No.:
WARNING:
The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters the standby mode.
During normal operation, when putting the projector into the standby mode always use the STANDBY button on the
projector or 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.
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PRECAUTIONS A OBSERVER LORS
DU REMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMPE.
LAMP REPLACEMENT CAUTIONBEFORE REMOVING THE SCREW, DISCONNECT POWER 
CORD. HOT SURFACE INSIDE. ALLOW 1 HOUR TO COOL 
BEFORE REPLACING THE LAMP. REPLACE WITH SAME 
SHARP LAMP UNIT TYPE BQC-PGB10S//1 ONLY.
UV RADIATION : CAN CAUSE EYE DAMAGE. TURN OFF
LAMP BEFORE SERVICING.
HIGH PRESSURE LAMP : RISK OF EXPLOSION. POTENTIAL
HAZARD OF GLASS PARTICLES IF LAMP HAS RUPTURED.
HANDLE WITH CARE. SEE OPERATION MANUAL.
DEBRANCHER LE CORDON D’ALIMENTATION AVANT DE 
RETIRER LA VIS. L’INTERIEUR DU BOITIER ETANT 
EXTREMEMENT CHAUD, ATTENDRE 1 HEURE AVANT DE 
PROCEDER AU REMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMPE. 
NE REMPLACER QUE PAR UNE LAMPE SHARP DE TYPE 
BQC-PGB10S//1.
RAYONS ULTRAVIOLETS : PEUVENT ENDOMMAGER LES 
YEUX. ETEINDRE LA LAMPE AVANT DE PROCEDER
A L’ENTRETIEN.
LAMPE A HAUTE PRESSION : RISQUE D’EXPLOSION. 
DANGER POTENTIEL DE PARTICULES DE VERRE EN CAS 
D’ECLATEMENT DE LA LAMPE. A MANIPULER AVEC 
PRECAUTION, SE REPORTER AU MODE D’EMPLOI.
Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement
There is potential glass particles hazard if the lamp ruptures.
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The menu screens allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. (The menu items differ
depending on the input mode.)
The menu can be operated with the projector or with the remote control.
Using the Menu Screen
Menu Selections(Adjustments)
1Press .
Note•The “Picture” menu screen for the se-
lected input mode is displayed.
', ", \, |
buttonsMENU button UNDO
button ENTER 
button
ENTER button
MENU button
', ", \, | buttons
How to Read this Operation Manual
In this operation manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation,
and may differ slightly from actual display.
Info........Indicates safeguards when using the projector.
For Future Reference
Maintenance TroubleshootingGlossary
Page 67Pages 63 and 64Page 60
Buttons used in this
operation
On-screen
display
Button used in
this step
Note........Indicates additional information on setup and operation.
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Contents
Introduction
How to Read this Operation Manual ....................... 3
Contents ................................................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................... 5
Quick Reference ....................................................... 8
Part Names ............................................................. 10
Accessories ............................................................ 14
Using the Remote Control ..................................... 15
Usable Range ............................................................... 15
Inserting the Batteries ................................................... 15
Connections & Setup
Setting up the Screen ............................................ 16
Screen Size and Projection Distance ....................... 17
Projecting a Reversed Image ................................... 18
Connecting the Projector to Other Devices ........ 19
Before Connecting ................................................... 19
Connecting the Power Cord .......................................... 20
Connecting to Video Equipment ............................... 21
Connecting to Video Equipment with an
S-video Output Terminal (INPUT 2) ........................... 21
Connecting to Video Equipment without an
S-video Output Terminal (INPUT 3) ........................... 21
Connecting to Video Equipment with a
Component Output Terminal (INPUT 1) .................... 22
Connecting the Projector to a Computer .................. 24
Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable ........ 24
Controlling the Projector Using a Computer ............ 25
Connecting to a Computer Using an RS-232C
Cable ......................................................................... 25
Basic Operation
Image Projection .................................................... 26
Truning the Projector on ................................................ 26
Switching the INPUT Mode ........................................... 27
Adjusting the Volume .................................................... 27
Turning off the Sound Temporarily ................................ 28
Turning the Power off (Putting the Projector into
the Standby Mode) ................................................... 28
Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion ................................. 29
Adjusting the Lens ........................................................ 30
Using the Adjustment Feet ............................................ 31
Variable Lens Shift Feature ...................................... 32
Adjusting the Projected Image Position ........................ 33
Freeze Image .......................................................... 33
Freezing a Moving Image ............................................. 33
Selecting the Picture Display Mode ..................... 34
Switching the Picture Display Using Different Input
Signals ...................................................................... 34
Adjustments and Settings
Using the Menu Screen ......................................... 36
Menu Selections (Adjustments) .................................... 36
Menu Selection (Settings) ............................................. 38
Menu Items ............................................................. 40
Picture Adjustment ................................................ 42
Adjusting the Image ...................................................... 42
CLR Temp (Adjusting the Colour Temperature) ............ 43
Gamma (Gamma Correction) ....................................... 43
Signal Type (Signal Type Setting) ................................. 44
Memory (Storing and Selecting the
Adjustment Settings) ................................................. 44
Computer Image Adjustment ................................ 45
Adjusting the Computer Image ..................................... 45
Special Modes (Special Mode Settings) ....................... 45
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ............................... 46
Signal Info (Checking the Input Signal) ........................ 46
Using the “Options” Menu .................................... 47
Lamp Timer (Life) (Checking the Lamp Life Status) ..... 47
OSD Display (Setting On-screen Display) .................... 47
Video System (Setting the Video System) ..................... 48
Background (Selecting a Startup and
Background Image) .................................................. 48
Eco Mode (Setting the Eco Mode) ................................ 49
Auto Power Off (Auto Power Off Function) .................... 49
Menu Position (Selecting the Menu Screen Position) ... 50
Menu Color (Selecting the Menu Colour) ...................... 50
Selecting the On-screen Display Language
and the Projection Mode ................................. 51
Selecting the On-screen Display Language ................. 51
Reversing the Projected Image .................................... 51
Appendix
Maintenance Indicators ......................................... 52
Replacing the Lamp ............................................... 54
Lamp ............................................................................. 54
Caution Concerning the Lamp ...................................... 54
Replacing the Lamp ...................................................... 54
Removing and Installing the Lamp Unit ........................ 55
Resetting the Lamp Timer ............................................. 56
Connecting Pin Assignments ............................... 57
RS-232C Specifications and Command
Settings ............................................................. 58
Computer Compatibility Chart .............................. 59
Maintenance ........................................................... 60
Replacing the Air Filter .......................................... 61
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter ........................... 61
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 63
Specifications ......................................................... 65
Dimensions ............................................................. 66
Glossary .................................................................. 67
Index ........................................................................ 68
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1. Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
2. Retain InstructionsThe safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. Heed WarningsAll warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow InstructionsAll operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CleaningUnplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
6. AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and MoistureDo not use this product near water–for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. AccessoriesDo not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may fall, 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 the product. Any mounting
of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions,
and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
9. TransportationA 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. VentilationSlots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it
from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing
the 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 to.
11. Power SourcesThis product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. 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 to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12. Grounding or PolarizationThis product is provided with one of the following types 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.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
13. Power-Cord ProtectionPower-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.
14. LightningFor 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. OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
17. ServicingDo not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
18. Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product 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.
19. Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to this product,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21.Wall or Ceiling MountingThis product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
22. HeatThis product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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.
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							-6•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.
•All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective compa-
nies.
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Be sure to read the following safeguards when setting up
your projector.
Caution concerning the lamp unit
Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp
ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, con-
tact your nearest Sharp Authorised Pro-
jector Dealer or Service Centre for a re-
placement.
See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 54.
Caution concerning the setup of the projector
For minimal servicing and to maintain high image quality,
SHARP recommends that this projector be installed in an
area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When
the projector is subjected to these environments, the lens
and part of filter must be cleaned more often than usual.
As long as the projector is properly maintained in this man-
ner, use in these environments will not reduce the overall
operation life. Please note that all internal cleaning must
be performed by a Sharp Authorised Projector Dealer or
Service Centre.
Do not set up the projector in places exposed to
direct sunlight or bright light.

Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or
room light. Light falling directly on the screen washes out
the colours, making viewing difficult. Close the curtains and
dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or
bright room.
The projector may be safely tilted to a maximum
angle of 12 degrees.

Placement should be within ±12 degrees of horizontal.
Do not subject the projector to hard impact and/or vibration.
Take care with the lens so as not to hit or damage the
surface of the lens.
Do not mount the projector on a ceiling by turning it over.
Use the lens shift feature when projecting the image from
a high position.
Rest your eyes occasionally.
Continuously watching the screen for long hours will cause
eye strain. Be sure to occasionally rest your eyes.
Avoid locations with extremes of temperature.
The operating temperature of the projector is from +5°C to
+35°C.

The storage temperature of the projector is from
–20°C to +60°C.
Do not block the exhaust and intake vents.
Allow at least 20 cm of space between the exhaust vent
and the nearest wall or obstruction.

Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust vent are not
obstructed.

If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection circuit
will automatically put the projector into the standby mode.
This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove the projec-
tor power cord from the wall outlet and wait at least 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.
Caution regarding transportation of the projector
When transporting the projector, be sure not to subject it
to hard impact and/or vibration, as this can result in dam-
age. Take extra care with the lens. Before moving the pro-
jector, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall out-
let, and disconnect any other cables connected to it.

Do not carry the projector by holding the lens.

When transporting the projector, be sure to attach the lens
shipping block and the lens cap to the projector.
Other connected equipment
When connecting a computer or other audio-visual equip-
ment to the projector, make the connections AFTER un-
plugging the power cord of the projector from the wall out-
let and turning off the equipment to be connected.

Please read the operation manuals of the projector and
the equipment to be connected for instructions on how to
make the connections.
Using the projector in other countries
The power supply voltage and the shape of the plug may
vary depending on the region or country you are using the
projector in. When using the projector overseas, be sure
to use an appropriate power cord for the country you are
in.
Temperature monitor function

If the projector starts to overheat due
to setup problems or blockage of the
air vents, “
” and “” will
illuminate in the lower left corner of
the picture. If the temperature con-
tinues to rise, the lamp will turn off, the temperature warn-
ing indicator on the projector will blink, and after a 90-sec-
ond cooling-off period the projector will enter the standby
mode. Refer to “Maintenance Indicators” on page 52 for
details.
Info
•The cooling fan regulates the internal temperature, and its
performance is automatically controlled. The sound of the
fan may change during projector operation due to changes
in the fan speed. This does not indicate malfunction.
•Do not unplug the power cord during projection or cooling
fan operation. This can cause damage due to rise in inter-
nal temperature, as the cooling fan also stops.
BQC-PGB10S//1
12°
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Page 16
1.Place the projector facing a wall or a screen
Pages 20, 21
2.Connect the projector to the video equipment and plug the
power cord into the AC socket of the projector
3.Turn the projector on
When connecting other devices, see pages 12, 22, 23, 24 and 25.
This section introduces the quick reference for using the projector. Refer to the page for details on
each procedure.
Setup and Projection
Connection of the projector and the video equipment with an S-video terminal is explained as an
example below.
Page 26
Insert the batteries inside the
battery compartment of the
remote control. (See page 15.)
3  ON button
4  INPUT button
6  STANDBY button 5Adjustment buttons
 ('"\ |)
5  Zoom knob
5  Focus ring
5  Lens shift lever
5  HEIGHT ADJUST button3  ON button
5  KEYSTONE button
5 Adjustment buttons
('"\ |)
4  INPUT 2 button
6  STANDBY button
Quick Reference
After connecting, play back the video image.
Press the ON button to turn the projector on.On the remote control On the projector
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