User manual SHARP XGP25XE SETUP & CONNECTIONS

[. . . ] · Please read the computer's operation manual carefully before making connections. · Refer to page 74 "Compatibility Chart" for a list of computer signals compatible with the projector. Use with computer signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions not to work. · A ø3. 5 mm stereo minijack to stereo RCA audio cable adaptor may be necessary. When connecting this projector to a computer, select "RGB" for "Signal Type" on the GUI menu. [. . . ] See page 69 for recommended connection of an RS-232C serial control cable. Setup & Connections RS-232C serial control cable AN-C10RS (sold separately) Computer CAUTION · Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C cable to or from the computer while it is on. This may damage your computer. · RS-232C function may not operate if your computer port is not correctly set up. Please refer to the operation manual of the computer for details on setting up/installing the correct mouse driver. Daisy chain connection When controlling multiple projectors, or making stack projection using the accompanied Sharp Advanced Presentation Software Professional Edition, projectors need to be daisy-chained. 1 1 2 RS-232C serial control cable AN-C10RS (sold separately) 2 Connect one end of the RS-232C cable to the RS-232C OUT port on the projector. Connect the other end to the RS-232C IN port on another projector. E-20 Connecting to a Monitor By connecting the OUTPUT terminal on the projector to the RGB terminal on a monitor using an RGB cable (commercially available), you can display the computer image both on the projector and on the monitor. 1 2 Setup & Connections Connect one end of the computer RGB cable (commercially available) to the RGB (analog) OUTPUT port on the projector. Connect the other end of the computer RGB cable to the RGB (analog) INPUT port on the monitor. 2 1 RGB cable To RGB input terminal · The image source from INPUT 1 or 2 can display using the OUTPUT terminal. This doesn't apply to the image source from INPUT 3, 4, or 5. For Better Sound Connecting to an amplifier and other audio components Audio cable (commercially available) To audio input terminals Amplifier CAUTION · Always turn off the projector before connecting to audio components, in order to protect both the projector and the components being connected. · By using external audio components, the volume can be amplified for better sound. · The AUDIO OUTPUT terminal allow you to output audio to audio components from the selected AUDIO INPUT 1 to 5 terminals connected to audiovisual equipment. · For details on Variable Audio Output (VAO) and Fixed Audio Output (FAO), see page 46 . · A ø3. 5 mm stereo minijack to stereo RCA audio cable adaptor may be necessary. E-21 Power ON/OFF Projector Remote control Press POWER ON. · The blinking green LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows that the lamp is warming up. Wait until the indicator stops blinking before operating the projector. · If the power is turned off and then immediately turned on again, it may take a short while before the lamp turns on. · After the projector is unpacked and turned on for the first time, a slight odor may be emitted from the exhaust vent. This odor will soon disappear with use. ON/OFF Setup & Connections When the power is on, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator lights, indicating the status of the lamp. Red: Change the lamp. LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator On-screen Display Press POWER OFF. Press POWER OFF again while the message is displayed to turn off the power. · If you accidentally pressed POWER OFF and do not want to turn off the power, wait until the power off screen disappears. · When the power is turned off, the POWER indicator will light up red and the cooling fan will run for about 90 seconds. The projector will then enter standby mode. · Wait until the cooling fan stops before disconnecting the power cord. · The power can be turned on again by pressing POWER ON. When the power is turned on, the POWER indicator and the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator light green. · The POWER indicator blinks if the bottom filter cover is not securely installed. WARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector is turned off. During normal operation, when turning the power off always use the POWER OFF button on the projector or on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting the power cord. [. . . ] · Use the projector's menu system to reverse the projected image. (See page 51 for use of this function. ) · Optimal image quality can be achieved when the projector is positioned perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level. Setup & Connections Projection Using a Mirror · When the distance between the projector and screen is not sufficient for normal rear projection, you can use a mirror to reflect the image onto the screen. · Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens. · Project the normal image onto the mirror. [. . . ]