Sharp Xv Z17000 Projector User Manual

Appendix
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Cleaning the projector
  Ensure that you have unplugged the power cord 
before cleaning the projector.
  The cabinet as well as the operation panel is made 
of plastic. Avoid using benzene or thinner, as these 
can damage the fi nish on the cabinet.
  Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides on 
the projector.
  Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the projec-
tor for long periods.
  The effects of some of the agents in the plastic 
may cause damage to the quality or fi nish of...

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About the temperature warning indicator
If the temperature inside the projector increases, due to blockage of the air vents, or the setting 
location, the temperature warning indicator will blink. And if the temperature keeps on rising, 
“
” will illuminate in the lower left corner of the picture with the temperature warning indicator blinking. 
If this state continues, the lamp will turn off, the cooling fan will run and then the projector will enter 
standby mode. When you fi  nd the temperature...

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Maintenance indicator
Problem Cause Possible Solution
Normal Abnormal
Te m p e r a t u r e  
warning 
indicatorOff Red blinks 
(On)/
Red on 
(Standby)The internal 
temperature is 
abnormally 
high.Te m p e r a t u r e s  
around the 
projector are 
high.
Blocked air 
intake •
•Use the projector in an area with a 
temperature of lower than 95°F (+35ºC).
Relocate the projector to an area with 
proper ventilation. (See page 7.) •
•
Cooling fan 
breakdown
Internal circuit 
failure
Clogged air...

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Lamp
  It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes 
5% or less, or when you notice a signi cant deterioration in the picture and color quality. The lamp 
life (percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. (See page 47.)
  Purchase a replacement lamp of type AN-K15LP from your place of purchase, nearest Sharp Autho-
rized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:
The lamp included with this projector is...

Appendix
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Info
• 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, make sure you carefully follow 
the steps below.
• Do not loosen other screws except for the 
lamp unit cover and lamp unit.
1 Press STANDBY/ON on the 
projector or STANDBY on the 
remote control to put the projec-
tor into standby mode.
2  Disconnect the power cord.
• Unplug the power cord from the AC 
socket.
• Leave the lamp until it has fully...

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4  Remove the lamp unit.
• Loosen the securing screws from the 
lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit and pull it 
in the direction of the arrow. At this time, 
keep the lamp unit horizontal and do not 
tilt it.
5  Insert the new lamp unit.
• Press the lamp unit fi rmly into the lamp 
unit compartment. Fasten the securing 
screws.
6  Replace the lamp unit cover.
• Align the tab on the lamp unit cover 
(1) and place it while pressing the cover 
(2) to close it. Then tighten the user 
service screw (3) to...

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Connecting Pin Assignments
RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin D-sub male connector
 Pin No.  Signal  Name  I/O  Reference
 1          Not connected
  2  RD  Receive Data  Input  Connected to internal circuit
  3  SD  Send Data  Output  Connected to internal circuit
  4    Reserved     Connected to internal circuit
  5  SG  Signal Ground    Connected to internal circuit
  6    Reserved    Connected to internal circuit
  7    Reserved    Connected to internal circuit
  8    Reserved     Connected to...

Computer controlA computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, 
commercially available) to the projector. (See page 22 for connection.)
Communication conditions Set the serial port settings of the computer as follows.
Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard.   Parity bit: None
Baud rate*: 9,600 bps / 38,400bps / 115,200bps  Stop bit: 1 bit 
Data length: 8 bits   Flow control: None
*Use the same settings for the projector and computer.
Basic...

Appendix
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Control Contents Command ParameterReturn
Power ONStandby mode
(or 30-second startup time)
Power On P O W R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR OK
Off P O W R _ _ _ 0 OK OK or ERR
Status
T L PS????1
0
Projector Condition T A B N _ _ _ 1 0:Normal
1:Temp High
8:Lamp Life 5% or less
16:Lamp Burnt-out
32:Lamp Ignition Failure0:Normal
1:Temp High
2:Fan Error
4:Lamp Cover Open
8:Lamp Life 5% or less
16:Lamp Burnt-out
32:Lamp Ignition Failure
64:Temp Abnormally High
Lamp Status T L P S _ _ _ 1 0:Off, 1:On, 2:Retry...

Control Contents Command ParameterReturn
Power ONStandby mode
(or 30-second startup time)
ALL Reset A L R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
COMPUTER INPUT Picture Mode Standard R A P S _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Natural R A P S _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Dynamic R A P S _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Movie1 R A P S _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
Movie2 R A P S _ _ _ 5 OK or ERR ERR
Game R A P S _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
Contrast -30 - +30 R A P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Bright -30 - +30 R A B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Color -30 - +30 R A C O _ * * *...