Sharp Projector PG M15X User Manual

OPERATION MANUAL  
MODEL  
DIGITAL  
MULTIMEDIA  
PROJECTOR  
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Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.  
OPERATION MANUAL  
ENGLISH  
IMPORTANT  
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Model No.: PG M15X  
Serial No.:  
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 12.  
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Model No.: PG M15S  
Serial No.:  
There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP Projector, using  
the REGISTRATION CARD packed with the projector.  
1. WARRANTY  
This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and labor  
warranty applicable to your purchase.  
2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT  
To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection, modification, or  
recall that SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act, PLEASE  
READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT “LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE.  
U.S.A. ONLY  
WARNING: High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view directly. Be especially  
careful that children do not stare directly into the beam of light.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,  
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to  
CAUTION  
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.  
dangerous voltagewithin the products  
DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS  
EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER  
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute a risk or electric shock to  
SERVICE SCREWS.  
persons.  
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER.  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSONNEL.  
The exclamation point within a triangle is  
intended to alert the user to the presence of  
important operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions in the literature  
accompanying the product.  
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not  
expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equip-  
ment.  
U.S.A. ONLY  
INFORMATION  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-  
ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy  
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If  
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
U.S.A. ONLY  
The enclosed computer cable must be used with the device. The cable is provided to ensure that the device  
complies with FCC Class A verification.  
U.S.A. ONLY  
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WARNING:  
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case  
the user may be required to take adequate measures.  
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 ON/OFF button on the projector or the POWER  
button 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.  
PRODUCT DISPOSAL  
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and high intensity discharge lamp (HID lamp) containing a small amount of  
mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or  
Caution Concerning the Lamp Replacement  
See Replacing the Projection Lampon pages 47 and 48.  
LAMP REPLACEMENT CAUTION  
BEFORE 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- PGM15X //1ONLY.  
UVRADIATION : CAN CAUSE EYE DAMAGE. TURN OFF LAMP BEFORE  
SERVICING. MEDIUM PRESSURE LAMP : RISK OF EXPLOSION. POTENTIAL  
HAZARD OF GLASS PARTICLES IF LAMP HAS RUPTURED. HANDLE WITH  
CARE. SEE OPERATIONMANUAL.  
PRECAUTIONS A OBSERVER LORS DU  
REMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMPE.  
DEBRANCHER LE CORDON DALIMENTATION AVANT DE RETIRER LES 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-PGM15X//1.  
RAYONS ULTRAVIOLETS : PEUVENT ENDOMMAGER LES YEUX.  
ETEINDRE LA LAMPEAVANTDEPROCEDERA L’ENTRETIEN.  
LAMPE A MOYENNE PRESSION: RISQUED’EXPLOSION. DANGER POTENTIEL  
DE PARTICULES DE VERRE EN CAS D’ECLATEMENT DE LA LAMPE.  
A MANIPULER AVEC PRECAUTION, SE REPORTER AUMODE D’EMPLOI.  
USER SERVICE SCREWS  
VIS POUR ENTRETIEN PAR L’UTILISATEUR  
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your  
personal safety. However IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In order  
not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this Projector, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and  
servicing. For your own protection and reliable usage of your projector, please be sure to read these IMPORTANT  
SAFEGUARDScarefully before use.  
1. Read Instructions  
13. Power-Cord Protection  
All the safety and operating instructions should be read  
before the product is operated.  
Power-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.  
2. Retain Instructions  
The safety and operating instructions should be retained  
for future reference.  
14. Lightning  
3. Heed Warnings  
For 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 power cord. This will prevent damage to  
the product due to lightning and power-line surges.  
All warnings on the product and in the operating  
instructions should be adhered to.  
4. Follow Instructions  
All operating and use instructions should be followed.  
5. Cleaning  
15. Overloading  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.  
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a  
damp cloth for cleaning.  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral  
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire  
or electric shock.  
Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol  
or thinner.  
Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, and be  
careful not to scratch or mar the lens.  
16. Object and Liquid Entry  
Never 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.  
6. Attachments  
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product  
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
17. Servicing  
Do 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.  
7. Water and Moisture  
Do not use this product near waterfor example, near a  
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet  
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.  
18. Damage Requiring Service  
8. Accessories  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing  
to qualified service personnel under the following  
conditions:  
Do 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 manufacturers instructions, and should use a  
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.  
a. If 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. If the product exhibits a distinct change in  
performance, this indicates a need for service.  
9. Transportation  
A 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. Ventilation  
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and  
to protect it from overheating. The openings should never  
be covered or 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  
manufacturers instructions have been adhered to.  
19. Replacement Parts  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service  
technician has used replacement parts specified by the  
manufacturer or with the same characteristics as the  
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,  
electric shock, or other hazards.  
20. Safety Check  
11. Power Sources  
Upon 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.  
This 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.  
21. Heat  
This product should be situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
12. Grounding or Polarization  
This 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.  
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
22. Installation  
24. Lamp Replacement  
For best results, use the product in a darkened room.  
Place the product on a flat, level surface in a dry area  
away from dust and moisture.  
Be sure to replace the lamp when the LAMP indicator  
comes on. If you continue to use the lamp after 1,500  
hours of usage, the lamp will turn off (See pages 47 and  
48).  
Do not place the product in direct sunlight, near heaters  
or heat radiating appliances.  
Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke or steam can harm  
internal components.  
Handle the product carefully. Dropping or jarring can  
damage internal components.  
Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.  
25. Fire and Shock Precautions  
Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents  
are unobstructed to prevent the buildup of heat inside  
the product. Allow at least 7 7/8 inches (20 cm) of space  
between the unit and surrounding obstructions.  
Prevent foreign objects such as paper clips and bits of  
paper from falling into the product. Do not attempt to  
retrieve any objects that fell into the product. Do not  
insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver  
into the product. If something should fall into the product,  
immediately disconnect the power cable from the  
product and have the object removed by a Sharp  
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.  
23. Power Supply  
The product is designed to operate on a power supply  
of 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz AC. Ensure that your power  
supply fits these requirements before attempting to use  
the unit.  
For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the socket-outlet shall  
be installed near the equipment and shall be accessible.  
Disconnect the power cable (main lead) from the power  
outlet after using the product.  
Before disconnecting the power cable, make sure the  
POWER indicator lamp is orange and not flashing.  
Handle the power cable carefully and avoid excessive  
bending. A damaged cord can cause electric shock or  
fire.  
Do not place any liquids on top of the product.  
Do not look into the lens while the product is on.  
Serious damage to your eyes could result.  
IMPORTANT  
DLP (Digital Light Processing) and DMD (Digital  
Micromirror Device) are trademarks of Texas Instruments,  
Inc.  
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks in the  
United States and other countries of Microsoft  
Corporation.  
PC/AT is a registered trademark in the United States of  
International Business Machines Corporation.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark in the United States  
and other countries of Apple Computer, Inc.  
The other company and product names mentioned are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of each respective  
company.  
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Outstanding Features  
1. SMALL, LIGHTWEIGHT & USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN  
Small and lightweight design (3.5 lbs/1.6 kg, 2.0 liter) enhances projector portability.  
2. 1.2
؂
 MANUAL ZOOM/FOCUS  
Adjusts image size without relocating the projector.  
3. EASY-TO-USE GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE (GUI)  
Multi-color interface lets you select functions easily.  
4. AUTO SYNC TECHNOLOGY FOR AUTOMATIC IMAGE  
OPTIMIZATION  
Automatically makes any necessary adjustments for perfectly synced computer images.  
5. HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGES WITH INTELLIGENT  
COMPRESSION TECHNOLOGY  
PG-M15X  
Native XGA resolution (1,024 
ן
 768) and compatibility with SXGA using intelligent compression  
PG-M15S  
Native SVGA resolution (800 
ן
 600) and compatibility with SXGA and XGA using intelligent compression  
6. DIRECT DIGITAL COMPUTER INPUT (DVI)  
Signals remain digital from the source device to the projector resulting in sharper, clearer, noiseless and adjustment-  
free computer images.  
7. RGB MONITOR OUTPUT TERMINAL  
Presenters can simultaneously view their presentation on a LCD or CRT display while the image is being projected to  
an audience.  
8. ANTI-ALIASING DIGITAL KEYSTONE CORRECTION  
Digitally adjusts image projected at an angle to maintain overall image quality  
and brightness.  
9. WIRELESS MOUSE REMOTE CONTROL  
Allows you to operate the projector and your computer mouse.  
10. COLOR TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT  
Ensures perfect color rendering.  
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Contents  
Important Information  
Useful Features  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ……………………  
Outstanding Features ……………………………  
Contents ……………………………………………  
Usage Guidelines …………………………………  
How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals  
(for Windows and Macintosh) ………………  
Part Names …………………………………………  
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5
6
7
Freeze Function …………………………………… 34  
Digital Image Magnification …………………… 35  
Selecting the Picture Display Mode …………… 36  
Gamma Correction ……………………………… 38  
Checking the Input Signal  
(INPUT 1 (DVI) or (RGB) mode only) ………… 39  
Checking the Lamp Usage Time ……………… 39  
Turning On/Off the AV Mute Message ………… 40  
On-screen Display Override Function ………… 41  
Automatic Power Shutoff Function …………… 42  
Detecting the Input Source Automatically …… 43  
Selecting a Background Image ………………… 43  
Reverse/Invert Image Function ………………… 44  
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Setup & Connections  
Supplied Accessories …………………………… 12  
Connecting the Projector ……………………… 13  
Operation  
Maintenance & Troubleshooting  
Basic Operations ………………………………… 18  
Setting up the Screen …………………………… 20  
Operating the Wireless Mouse from the  
Remote Control ……………………………… 24  
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)  
Lamp/Maintenance Indicators ………………… 46  
Replacing the Projection Lamp ………………… 47  
Using the Kensington Lock …………………… 48  
Troubleshooting …………………………………… 48  
Menu Screens ………………………………… 26  
Selecting the On-screen Display Language 30  
Selecting the Video Input System Mode  
Appendix  
(INPUT 2 or 3 only) …………………………… 30  
Picture Adjustments ……………………………… 31  
Adjusting the Picture …………………………… 31  
Selecting the Color Temperature …………… 32  
Computer Image Adjustments  
Using the Soft Carrying Pouch ………………… 49  
Connection Pin Assignments…………………… 50  
RS-232C Port Specifications …………………… 52  
Computer Compatibility Chart ………………… 53  
Specifications ……………………………………… 54  
Dimensions ………………………………………… 55  
Glossary …………………………………………… 56  
Index ………………………………………………… 57  
For SHARP Assistance ………………………… 58  
(INPUT 1 (RGB) mode only) ………………… 33  
Auto Sync Adjustment ………………………… 33  
Adjusting the Computer Image ……………… 33  
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Usage Guidelines  
Caution Concerning the Lamp Unit  
Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have Sharp Authorized  
Projector Dealer or Service Center replace lamp if rupture occurs.  
See Replacing the Projection Lampon pages 47 and 48.  
CAUTION  
PRECAUCIÓN  
PRÉCAUTION  
BQC-PGM15X//1  
Cautions Concerning the Setup of the Projector  
95˚F  
(
ם
35˚C)  
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 must be  
cleaned more often. Periodically the projector should be cleaned internally. As  
long as the projector is properly maintained in this manner, use in these  
environments will not reduce the overall operation life. Please note that all internal  
cleaning must be performed by a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service  
Center.  
41˚F  
(
ם
5˚C)  
Do not expose the projector to extreme heat or cold.  
Operating temperature: 41°F to 95°F (
ם
5°C to 
ם
35°C)  
Storage temperature: 14°F to 140°F (
מ
10°C to 
ם
60°C)  
Notes on Operation  
The mark shown on the left calls the users attention to locations on the projector  
that emit intense heat during operation.  
The exhaust vent, the lamp cage cover and adjacent areas may be extremely  
hot during projector operation. To prevent injury, do not touch these areas until  
they have sufficiently cooled.  
Allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space between the cooling fan (exhaust  
vent) and the nearest wall or obstruction.  
If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection device will automatically  
turn off the projector lamp. This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove the  
projector power cord from the wall outlet and wait at least 10 minutes. Then  
reconnect the power cord and restart the projector. This will return the projector  
to normal operating condition.  
Temperature Monitor Function  
If the projector starts to overheat due to setup problems, TEMP.will appear in  
the lower-left corner of the picture. If the temperature continues to rise, the lamp  
will turn off, the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator on the projector will flash,  
and after a 90-second cooling-off period the power will shut off. Refer to Lamp/  
Maintenance Indicatorson page 46, for details.  
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.  
Lamp Monitor Function  
When the projector is turned on after the lamp has been used for 1,400 hours,  
LAMPwill appear in the lower-left corner of the picture to advise you to replace  
the lamp. See pages 47 and 48 for lamp replacement. If the lamp has been used  
for 1,500 hours, the projector power will automatically turn off and the projector  
will enter standby mode. Refer to Lamp/Maintenance Indicatorson page 46,  
for details.  
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How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals (for Windows and Macintosh)  
PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM. To utilize these manuals, you need to  
install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC (Windows or Macintosh). If you have not installed Acrobat Reader yet,  
To Install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM  
For Windows:  
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.  
For Macintosh:  
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.  
2 Double click on the My Computericon.  
3 Double click on the CD-ROMdrive.  
4 Double click on the manualsfolder.  
5 Double click on the acrobatfolder.  
6 Double click on the windowsfolder.  
2 Double click on the CD-ROMicon.  
3 Double click on the manualsfolder.  
4 Double click on the acrobatfolder.  
5 Double click on the macfolder.  
6 Double click on the desired installation program  
and follow the instructions on the screen.  
7 Double click on the desired installation program  
and follow the instructions on the screen.  
For other operating systems:  
Please download Acrobat Reader from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com).  
For other languages:  
If you prefer using Acrobat Reader for languages other than those included in the CD-ROM, please download the appropriate  
version from the Internet.  
Accessing the PDF Manuals  
For Windows:  
For Macintosh:  
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.  
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.  
2 Double click on the My Computericon.  
3 Double click on the CD-ROMdrive.  
4 Double click on the manualsfolder.  
5 Double click on the pg-m15folder.  
2 Double click on the CD-ROMicon.  
3 Double click on the manualsfolder.  
4 Double click on the pg-m15folder.  
5 Double click on the language (name of the folder)  
that you want to view.  
6 Double click on the language (name of the folder)  
that you want to view.  
6 Double click on the pdf file.  
7 Double click on the pdf file.  
If the desired pdf file cannot be opened by double clicking the mouse, start Acrobat Reader first, then specify the desired file  
using the File, Openmenu.  
See the readme.txtfile on the CD-ROM for important information on the CD-ROM not included in this operation manual.  
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Part Names  
Numbers next to the part names refer to the main pages in this manual where the topic is explained.  
Projector  
Front and Top View  
19  
27  
MENU button  
ON/OFF button  
POWER indicator  
26  
18  
18  
46  
INPUT/BACK button  
26  
33  
AUTO SYNC/ENTER button  
23  
26  
KEYSTONE (
ם
/
מ
)/  
SELECT/ADJUST (/ƒ) buttons  
LAMP REPLACEMENT  
indicator  
TEMPERATURE WARNING  
indicator  
46  
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Cooling fan (Exhaust vent)  
Remote control sensor  
HEIGHT ADJUST button  
FOCUS ring  
Intake vent  
AC socket  
Speaker  
13  
19  
25  
22  
19  
ZOOM knob  
Side and Rear View  
VIDEO INPUT 3 terminal  
(RCA)  
S-VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal  
(4-pin Mini DIN)  
15  
13  
17  
15  
13  
17  
DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG  
INPUT 1 port (29-pin)  
AUDIO INPUT terminal  
(3.5 mm stereo Minijack)  
ANALOG OUTPUT port for  
INPUT 1 (HD 15)  
RS-232C/MOUSE port  
(7-pin Mini DIN)  
Remote control sensor  
Adjuster  
25  
22  
48  
Kensington Security Standard  
connector  
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Part Names  
Remote Control  
Front View  
Rear View  
Mouse (/ƒ)/  
Remote control signal  
transmitting window  
25  
26  
Adjustment (/ƒ)  
buttons  
Remote control signal  
transmitter indicator  
(Flashes when remote  
control sends a signal)  
25  
27  
LEFT-CLICK/  
BACK button  
Mouse (©) button  
25  
18  
Mouse (ß) button  
POWER button  
25  
25  
26  
RIGHT-CLICK/  
ENTER button  
MOUSE button  
FREEZE button  
MENU button  
25  
34  
26  
19  
23  
19  
ENLARGE button  
AUTO SYNC button  
AV MUTE button  
RESIZE button  
35  
33  
19  
36  
38  
INPUT button  
KEYSTONE (
ם
/
מ
)  
buttons  
Opening the Flip Cover  
VOLUME buttons  
GAMMA button  
Flip cover  
Inserting the Batteries  
Press the tab and lift open  
Insert two AAA size  
Insert the tabs on the  
1 the battery cover in the  
2
3
batteries, making sure  
their polarities match the  
؀
 and
؁
 marks inside  
the battery compartment.  
end of the battery cover  
direction of the arrow.  
into their slots and press  
the cover into position.  
If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.  
Avoid excessive heat and humidity.  
If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.  
Do not mix new and old or different types of batteries.  
There are operations that can only be carried out by remote control. Handle the remote control carefully.  
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Setup & Connections  
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Supplied Accessories  
Supplied Accessories  
Remote control  
9HJ7583104001  
Two AAA size batteries  
9HJ4683101001  
Power cord  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
For U.S., Canada etc.  
9HJ4283114001  
For Europe, except U.K.  
9HJ4283116001  
For U.K., Hong Kong  
and Singapore  
9HJ4283117001  
For Australia, New  
Zealand and Oceania  
9HJ4283118001  
• Depending on the region, projectors only ship with one power cord (See above). Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall  
outlet in your country.  
DVI-Analog to VGA cable  
9HJ4283119001  
DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor  
9HJ4283124001  
PC audio cable  
9HJ4283120001  
DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable  
9HJ4283123001  
USB mouse control cable  
9HJ4283122001  
Computer RGB cable  
9HJ4283111001  
S-video cable  
9HJ4283113001  
AV audio cable  
9HJ4283121001  
Video cable  
9HJ4283112001  
CD-ROM  
9HJ3683104001  
Projector operation manual  
9HJ3683107001  
Soft carrying pouch  
9HJ5383101001  
Lenscap with strap  
9HJ7083117001  
Projector quick reference guide  
9HJ3683110001  
Optional Cables  
DVI digital cable (9Ј10Љ, 3.0 m)  
AN-C3DVU  
HD-15/RCA cable (9Ј10Љ, 3.0 m)  
AN-C3CP  
RS-232C cable (32Ј10Љ, 10.0 m)  
AN-C10RS  
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Connecting the Projector  
Connecting the Power Cord  
Plug the supplied power cord into the AC socket on the side of the projector.  
Power cord  
CAUTION  
Make sure you connect the power cord firmly into the AC socket.  
Connecting the Projector to a Computer  
You can connect your projector to a computer for projection of full color computer images.  
Connecting a computer to the projector using the DVI digital cable—Digital connection instructions  
1 Connect one end of the DVI digital cable (sold  
separately) to the DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT 1 port  
on the projector.  
2 Connect the other end to the Monitor output port (DVI)  
on the computer. Secure the connectors by tightening  
the thumb screws.  
3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of  
the supplied PC audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT  
terminal on the projector.  
4 Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on  
the computer.  
Projecting the image  
When connecting with this method,  
press INPUT on the remote control or  
PC audio cable  
the projector and select the input signal  
type to INPUT 1 DVI (Digital).  
CAUTION  
Before connecting, be sure to turn both the projector and the  
computer off. After making all connections, turn the projector  
on first. The computer should always be turned on last.  
Please read the computers operation manual carefully.  
Refer to page 53 Computer Compatibility Chartfor 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.  
This DVI port is DVI version 1.0 compatible. Therefore when the  
signal is input from copy guard system compatible (DVI version  
2.0) equipment, no signal will be received.  
Projector  
4
3
PC audio cable  
1
DVI digital cable  
(sold separately)  
2
Computer  
Model name AN-C3DVU  
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Connecting the Projector  
Connecting a computer to the projector using the DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor or the DVI-Analog  
to VGA cableAnalog connection instructions  
1 Connect one end of the supplied computer RGB cable  
using the supplied DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor to the  
DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT 1 port on the projector,  
or connect the DVI side of the supplied DVI-Analog to  
VGA cable to the DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT 1 port  
on the projector.  
2 Connect the other end of the computer RGB cable or  
the VGA side of the DVI-Analog to VGA cable to the  
computer. Secure the connectors by tightening the  
thumb screws.  
3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of  
the supplied PC audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT  
terminal on the projector.  
4 Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on  
the computer.  
DVI-Analog to VGA cable  
Projecting the image  
When connecting with this method,  
DVI-Analog to VGA  
press INPUT on the remote control or  
adaptor  
the projector and select the input signal  
type to INPUT 1 Computer/Analog  
RGB.  
Computer RGB cable  
CAUTION  
Before connecting, be sure to turn both the projector and the  
PC audio cable  
computer off. After making all connections, turn the projector  
on first. The computer should always be turned on last.  
Please read the computers operation manual carefully.  
Refer to page 53 Computer Compatibility Chartfor 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 Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some  
Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest Sharp Authorized  
Projector Dealer or Service Center.  
Projector  
4
PC audio cable  
3
DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor  
Computer RGB cable  
1
2
DVI-Analog to VGA cable  
Computer  
Connecting other compatible computers  
When connecting the projector to a compatible computer other than an IBM-PC (VGA/SVGA/XGA/SXGA) or  
Macintosh (i.e. Workstation), a separate cable may be needed. Please contact your dealer for more information.  
Connecting computers other than the recommended types may result in damage to the projector, the computer, or both.  
Plug and Playfunction  
This projector is compatible with VESA-standard DDC 1/DDC 2B. The projector and a VESA DDC compatible  
computer will communicate their setting requirements, allowing for quick and easy setup.  
Before using the Plug and Playfunction, be sure to turn on the projector first and the connected computer last.  
The DDC, Plug and Play function of this projector operates only when used in conjunction with a VESA DDC compatible  
computer.  
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Connecting the Projector  
Connecting the Projector to Video Equipment  
You can connect your projector to a VCR, laser disc player and other audiovisual equipment.  
CAUTION  
Always turn off the projector while connecting to audiovisual equipment, in order to protect both the projector and the  
equipment being connected.  
Connecting a video source (VCR or laser disc player) using the standard video input  
1 Connect the supplied S-video cable to the S-VIDEO  
INPUT 2 terminal on the projector and the S-video output  
terminal on the video source, or connect the supplied  
video cable to the VIDEO INPUT 3 terminal on the  
projector and the video output terminal on the video  
source.  
2 To use the built-in audio system, connect the supplied  
AV audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT terminal on the  
projector and the audio output terminals on the video  
source.  
The S-VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal uses a video signal system  
in which the picture is separated into a color and a  
luminance signal to realize a higher-quality image.  
S-video cable  
Projecting the image  
When connecting to the S-VIDEO  
INPUT 2 terminal on the projector,  
Video cable  
press INPUT on the remote control  
or the projector and select the input  
signal type to INPUT 2 S-VIDEO.  
When connecting to the VIDEO  
INPUT 3 terminal on the projector,  
press INPUT on the remote control  
or the projector and select the input  
signal type to INPUT 3 VIDEO.  
AV audio cable  
For higher quality video, you may use the S-VIDEO INPUT 2  
terminal on the projector.  
If your video equipment does not have an S-video output  
terminal, use the composite video output terminal.  
Projector  
2
AV audio cable  
To audio output terminals  
2
VCR or  
Laser disc player  
Video cable  
To video output terminal  
1
S-video cable  
To S-video output terminal  
1
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Connecting the Projector  
Connecting a video source (DTV* decoder or DVD player) using the DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT  
1 port  
1 Connect one end of the supplied DVI-Analog to VGA  
adaptor to the DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT 1 port on  
the projector.  
2 Connect the other end of the DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor  
to the video source using the HD-15/RCA cable (sold  
separately).  
3 To use the built-in audio system, connect one end of  
the supplied AV audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT  
terminal on the projector.  
4 Connect the other end to the audio output terminal on  
the video source.  
Projecting the image  
When connecting the DTV decoder  
or DVD player to the DVI-DIGITAL/  
DVI-Analog to VGA  
adaptor  
ANALOG INPUT 1 port on the  
projector, press INPUT on the remote  
control or the projector and select the  
input signal type to INPUT 1  
COMPONENT.  
AV audio cable  
The image quality may become lower depending on DTV signal  
compatibility.  
The projector can only accept 480i signals.  
Projector  
AV audio cable  
3
4
DTV decoder  
1
DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor  
or  
DVD player  
HD-15/RCA cable (sold separately)  
Model name AN-C3CP  
2
*DTV is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television system in the United States.  
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Connecting the Projector  
Connecting the Projector to a Monitor  
When the ANALOG OUTPUT port on the projector is connected to a monitor with RGB input, the computer can be  
used to display the output image to the projector and the monitor simultaneously. Use the supplied computer RGB  
cable to connect them.  
1 Connect one end of the supplied computer RGB cable to the ANALOG OUTPUT port on the projector.  
2 Connect the other end to the RGB input port on the monitor.  
The analog output is deactivated when the projector is in standby mode.  
An additional RGB cable may be necessary to connect the projector to an external monitor if the supplied cable is utilized for projector  
data input.  
Projector  
2
1
Computer RGB cable  
Monitor  
Connecting to RS-232C/MOUSE Port  
When the RS-232C/MOUSE port on the projector is connected to a computer with an RS-232C cable (null modem,  
cross type, sold separately), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the  
projector. See page 52 for details.  
1 Connect the projector and computer in advance, as  
described on page 13 or 14.  
DVI-Analog to VGA cable  
2 Connect the supplied DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable to  
the RS-232C/MOUSE port on the projector.  
3 Connect an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type,  
sold separately) to the other end of DIN-D-sub RS-232C  
cable and to the serial port on the computer.  
DVI-Analog to VGA  
adaptor  
CAUTION  
Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C cable to or from the  
computer while it is on. This may damage your computer.  
When you turn off the power, be sure to turn the projector off  
first, and then turn the connected computer off.  
Computer RGB cable  
The wireless mouse or 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.  
DIN-D-sub RS-232C  
cable  
A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh  
computers. Contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or  
Service Center.  
3RS-232C cable  
(null modem, cross type, sold separately)  
2 DIN-D-sub  
RS-232C cable  
Projector  
Model name AN-C10RS  
DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor  
PC audio cable  
DVI digital cable (sold separately)  
Model name AN-C3DVU  
Computer  
Computer RGB cable  
DVI-Analog to VGA cable  
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Operation  
Basic Operations  
Maintenance indicators  
1 Make the necessary connections before pro-  
ceeding. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.  
The POWER indicator illuminates red and the  
projector enters standby mode.  
2 Press ON/OFF on the projector or POWER on the  
Projector  
remote control to turn on the power.  
• The flashing green LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator shows  
that the lamp is warming up. Wait until the indicator stops  
flashing before operating the projector.  
2
• The power can not be turned off for one minute after the  
initial warm-up sequence has begun.  
• 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.  
Remote control  
Maintenance indicators  
When the power is on, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator  
lights indicating the status of the lamp.  
Green: Lamp is ready.  
Flashing green: Warming up.  
Red: Change the lamp.  
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Basic Operations  
Zooming/Focusing  
3 Rotate the ZOOM knob. The image can be  
adjusted to the desired size within the zoom range.  
4 Rotate the FOCUS ring until the image on the  
screen becomes clear.  
Projector  
5 Press INPUT to select the desired input mode.  
Press INPUT again to change the mode.  
When the selected input signal is being received, Adjusting  
The Imagewill be displayed.  
When no signal is being received, NO SIGNALwill be  
displayed. When a signal that the projector is not preset to  
receive is being received, NOT REG.will be displayed.  
You can display all input modes one by one when Auto  
Sourceis set to OFF.  
8
5
6 Press VOLUME on the remote control to adjust  
the volume.  
7
6
7 Press AV MUTE on the remote control to  
temporarily turn off the picture and the sound.  
Press AV MUTE again to turn the picture and the  
sound back on.  
Remote control  
EXAMPLE  
8 Press ON/OFF on the projector or POWER on the  
remote control, and then press ON/OFF or  
POWER again while the message is displayed to  
turn off the power.  
INPUT 1  
(DVI) Mode  
5
6
7
8
VOLUME  
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If you accidentally pressed ON/OFF or POWER and do not  
want to turn off the power, wait until the power off screen  
disappears.  
When ON/OFF or POWER is pressed twice, the POWER  
indicator illuminates 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.  
f
INPUT 1  
(RGB) Mode  
The power can be turned on again by pressing ON/OFF or  
POWER. When the power is turned on, the POWER indicator  
and the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator light green.  
f
INPUT 1  
(COMPONENT) Mode  
f
INPUT 2  
(S-VIDEO) Mode  
f
INPUT 3  
(VIDEO) Mode  
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Setting up the Screen  
Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an optimal image.  
Move the projector forward or backward if the edges of the image are distorted.  
The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the lens center is not perpendicular to the screen, the image will be  
distorted, making viewing difficult.  
Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly onto the screen washes out colors, making viewing  
difficult. Close the curtains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room.  
A polarizing screen cannot be used with this projector.  
Standard Setup (Front Projection)  
Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size. (See the table  
below.)  
x : Picture size (Diag.) (inches)  
L1 : Maximum projection distance (feet)  
L
2
: Minimum projection distance (feet)  
PG-M15X  
Throw distance ratio  
H: Distance from the lens center to the  
bottom of the image (inches)  
NORMAL Mode  
(4:3)  
Picture size  
Diag. (x) Width  
Projection distance (L)  
Maximum (L1 Minimum (L2  
400Љ (12.2 m)*1 334Љ(10.2 m)*2  
Distance from the lens center to  
the bottom of the image (H)  
Height  
150Љ  
120Љ  
90Љ  
60Љ  
50Љ  
43Љ  
36Љ  
24Љ  
)
)
250Љ  
200Љ  
150Љ  
100Љ  
84Љ  
200Љ  
160Љ  
120Љ  
80Љ  
מ
17 164Љ (
מ
43.2 cm)  
מ
13 3964Љ (
מ
34.6 cm)  
מ
10 1364Љ (
מ
25.9 cm)  
מ
6 5164Љ (
מ
17.3 cm)  
מ
5 4664Љ (
מ
14.5 cm)  
מ
4 5764Љ (
מ
12.4 cm)  
מ
4 564Љ (
מ
10.4 cm)  
מ
2 4664Љ (
מ
6.9 cm)  
320Љ (9.8 m)  
240Љ (7.3 m)  
160Љ (4.9 m)  
135Љ (4.1 m)  
116Љ (3.5 m)  
97Љ (2.9 m)  
65Љ (2.0 m)  
268Љ(8.1 m)  
200Љ(6.1 m)  
134Љ(4.1 m)  
112Љ(3.4 m)  
97Љ(2.9 m)  
80Љ(2.4 m)  
54Љ(1.6 m)  
67Љ  
72Љ  
58Љ  
60Љ  
48Љ  
40Љ  
32Љ  
The formula for picture size and projection distance  
L
L
1
2
(feet) = 0.04875x 
ן
3.281  
(feet) = 0.04064x 
ן
3.281  
H (inches) = 
מ
0.06804x  
Picture size  
Diag. (x) Width  
Projection distance (L)  
STRETCH Mode  
(16:9)  
Distance from the lens center to  
the bottom of the image (H)  
1
2
Height  
110Љ  
98Љ  
74Љ  
65Љ  
52Љ  
49Љ  
45Љ  
41Љ  
Maximum (L )  
Minimum (L )  
225Љ  
200Љ  
150Љ  
133Љ  
106Љ  
100Љ  
92Љ  
196Љ  
174Љ  
131Љ  
116Љ  
92Љ  
392Љ (12.0 m)*3 328Љ(10.0 m)*4  
3410Љ (10.6 m)*5 291Љ(8.9 m)  
מ
35 464Љ (
מ
89.1 cm)  
מ
31 1164Љ (
מ
79.2 cm)  
מ
23 2464Љ (
מ
59.4 cm)  
מ
20 4664Љ (
מ
52.6 cm)  
מ
16 3364Љ (
מ
42.0 cm)  
מ
15 3764Љ (
מ
39.6 cm)  
מ
14 2264Љ (
מ
36.4 cm)  
מ
13 664Љ (
מ
33.2 cm)  
מ
11 1464Љ (
מ
28.5 cm)  
מ
9 2264Љ (
מ
23.7 cm)  
מ
6 1564Љ (
מ
15.8 cm)  
263Љ (8.0 m)  
232Љ (7.1 m)  
186Љ (5.6 m)  
175Љ (5.3 m)  
160Љ (4.9 m)  
148Љ (4.5 m)  
127Љ (3.8 m)  
105Љ (3.2 m)  
70Љ (2.1 m)  
219Љ(6.6 m)  
194Љ(5.9 m)  
155Љ(4.7 m)  
146Љ(4.4 m)  
134Љ(4.1 m)  
122Љ(3.7 m)  
106Љ(3.2 m)  
89Љ(2.7 m)  
510Љ(1.8 m)  
87Љ  
80Љ  
84Љ  
73Љ  
72Љ  
63Љ  
35Љ  
29Љ  
20Љ  
60Љ  
52Љ  
40Љ  
35Љ  
The formula for picture size and projection distance  
L1 (feet) = 0.05315x 
ן
3.281  
L
2
(feet) = 0.04428x 
ן
3.281  
H (inches) = 
מ
0.1558x  
BORDER Mode  
(4:3)  
Picture size  
Projection distance (L)  
Distance from the lens center to  
the bottom of the image (H)  
Maximum (L  
1
)
Minimum (L2  
)
Diag. (x) Width  
Height  
108Љ  
90Љ  
60Љ  
50Љ  
43Љ  
36Љ  
24Љ  
180Љ  
150Љ  
100Љ  
84Љ  
72Љ  
60Љ  
144Љ  
120Љ  
80Љ  
67Љ  
58Љ  
385Љ (11.7 m)*6 320Љ (9.8 m)  
מ
34 2164Љ (
מ
87.2 cm)  
מ
28 3964Љ (
מ
72.7 cm)  
מ
19 564Љ (
מ
48.4 cm)  
מ
16 164Љ (
מ
40.7 cm)  
מ
13 4764Љ (
מ
34.9 cm)  
מ
11 2864Љ (
מ
29.1 cm)  
מ
7 4064Љ (
מ
19.4 cm)  
320Љ (9.8 m)  
214Љ (6.5 m)  
1711Љ (5.5 m)  
154Љ (4.7 m)  
1210Љ (3.9 m)  
86Љ (2.6 m)  
268Љ (8.1 m)  
179Љ (5.4 m)  
1411Љ (4.6 m)  
1210Љ (3.9 m)  
108Љ (3.3 m)  
71Љ (2.2 m)  
48Љ  
32Љ  
40Љ  
The formula for picture size and projection distance  
L
1
(feet) = 0.06504x 
ן
3.281  
L2 (feet) = 0.05419x 
ן
3.281  
H (inches) = 
מ
0.1907x  
There is an error of 
ע
3% in the formula above.  
Values with a minus (
מ
) sign indicate the distance of the lens center below the bottom of the screen.  
The values do not match up when applying the formula in *1 to *6 above. However, this is not a calculation error.  
For optimum focus, the recommended projection distance (L) is from 39Љ (1.15m) to 3210Љ (10.0m).  
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Setting up the Screen  
Screen  
Lens center  
90˚  
H
L: Projection distance  
x : Picture size (Diag.) (inches)  
L
2
: Minimum projection distance (feet)  
PG-M15S  
Throw distance ratio  
L
1
: Maximum projection distance (feet)  
H: Distance from the lens center to the  
bottom of the image (inches)  
NORMAL Mode  
(4:3)  
Picture size  
Projection distance (L)  
Distance from the lens center to  
the bottom of the image (H)  
Diag. (x) Width  
Height  
150Љ  
120Љ  
90Љ  
60Љ  
50Љ  
43Љ  
36Љ  
24Љ  
Maximum (L1  
)
Minimum (L2  
)
250Љ  
200Љ  
150Љ  
100Љ  
84Љ  
72Љ  
60Љ  
40Љ  
200Љ  
160Љ  
120Љ  
80Љ  
67Љ  
58Љ  
418Љ (12.7 m)*1 350Љ (10.7 m)*2  
334Љ (10.2 m)*3 280Љ (8.5 m)  
מ
17 4164Љ (
מ
44.8 cm)  
מ
14 764Љ (
מ
35.8 cm)  
מ
10 3764Љ (
מ
26.9 cm)  
מ
7 464Љ (
מ
17.9 cm)  
מ
5 5964Љ (
מ
15.1 cm)  
מ
5 564Љ (
מ
12.9 cm)  
מ
4 1564Љ (
מ
10.8 cm)  
מ
2 5364Љ (
מ
7.2 cm)  
250Љ (7.6 m)  
168Љ (5.1 m)  
140Љ (4.3 m)  
120Љ (3.7 m)  
100Љ (3.0 m)  
68Љ (2.0 m)  
210Љ (6.4 m)  
140Љ (4.3 m)  
119Љ (3.6 m)  
101Љ (3.1 m)  
85Љ (2.6 m)  
57Љ (1.7 m)  
48Љ  
32Љ  
The formula for picture size and projection distance  
L1 (feet) = 0.05080x 
ן
3.281  
L
2
(feet) = 0.04269x 
ן
3.281  
H (inches) = 
מ
0.07056x  
Picture size  
Diag. (x) Width  
Projection distance (L)  
STRETCH Mode  
(16:9)  
Distance from the lens center to  
the bottom of the image (H)  
1
2
Height  
110Љ  
98Љ  
74Љ  
65Љ  
52Љ  
49Љ  
45Љ  
41Љ  
Maximum (L )  
Minimum (L )  
225Љ  
200Љ  
150Љ  
133Љ  
106Љ  
100Љ  
92Љ  
196Љ  
174Љ  
131Љ  
116Љ  
92Љ  
4010Љ (12.5 m)*4 344Љ (10.5 m)*5  
364Љ (11.1 m)*6 306Љ (9.3 m)  
מ
35 4364Љ (
מ
90.6 cm)  
מ
31 4764Љ (
מ
80.6 cm)  
מ
23 5064Љ (
מ
60.4 cm)  
מ
21 764Љ (
מ
53.6 cm)  
מ
16 5264Љ (
מ
42.7 cm)  
מ
15 5564Љ (
מ
40.3 cm)  
מ
14 3964Љ (
מ
37.1 cm)  
מ
13 2064Љ (
מ
33.8 cm)  
מ
11 2764Љ (
מ
29.0 cm)  
מ
9 3464Љ (
מ
24.2 cm)  
מ
6 2264Љ (
מ
16.1 cm)  
273Љ (8.3 m)  
242Љ (7.4 m)  
193Љ (5.9 m)  
182Љ (5.5 m)  
168Љ (5.1 m)  
153Љ (4.6 m)  
131Љ (4.0 m)  
1011Љ (3.3 m)  
73Љ (2.2 m)  
2211Љ (7.0 m)  
204Љ (6.2 m)  
162Љ (4.9 m)  
153Љ (4.7 m)  
140Љ (4.3 m)  
1210Љ (3.9 m)  
110Љ (3.3 m)  
92Љ (2.8 m)  
87Љ  
80Љ  
84Љ  
73Љ  
72Љ  
63Љ  
35Љ  
29Љ  
20Љ  
60Љ  
52Љ  
40Љ  
35Љ  
61Љ (1.9 m)  
The formula for picture size and projection distance  
L
L
1
(feet) = 0.05535x 
ן
3.281  
2
(feet) = 0.04651x 
ן
3.281  
H (inches) = 
מ
0.1586x  
Picture size  
BORDER Mode  
(4:3)  
Projection distance (L)  
Distance from the lens center to  
the bottom of the image (H)  
1
2
Diag. (x) Width  
Height  
108Љ  
90Љ  
60Љ  
50Љ  
43Љ  
36Љ  
24Љ  
Maximum (L )  
Minimum (L )  
180Љ  
150Љ  
100Љ  
84Љ  
72Љ  
60Љ  
144Љ  
120Љ  
80Љ  
67Љ  
58Љ  
400Љ (12.2 m)*7 337Љ (10.2 m)*8  
334Љ (10.2 m)*9 280Љ (8.5 m)  
מ
34 6064Љ (
מ
88.7 cm)  
מ
29 764Љ (
מ
73.9 cm)  
מ
19 2664Љ (
מ
49.3 cm)  
מ
16 1964Љ (
מ
41.4 cm)  
מ
13 6264Љ (
מ
35.5 cm)  
מ
11 4164Љ (
מ
29.6 cm)  
מ
7 4964Љ (
מ
19.7 cm)  
223Љ (6.8 m)  
188Љ (5.7 m)  
160Љ (4.9 m)  
134Љ (4.1 m)  
811Љ (2.7 m)  
188Љ (5.7 m)  
158Љ (4.8 m)  
135Љ (4.1 m)  
112Љ (3.4 m)  
76Љ (2.3 m)  
48Љ  
32Љ  
40Љ  
The formula for picture size and projection distance  
L1 (feet) = 0.06774x 
ן
3.281  
L
2
(feet) = 0.05692x 
ן
3.281  
H (inches) = 
מ
0.1941x  
There is an error of 
ע
3% in the formula above.  
Values with a minus (
מ
) sign indicate the distance of the lens center below the bottom of the screen.  
The values do not match up when applying the formula in *1 to *9 above. However, this is not a calculation error.  
For optimum focus, the recommended projection distance (L) is from 39Љ (1.15m) to 3210Љ (10.0m).  
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Setting up the Screen  
Using the Adjustment Feet  
You can adjust the height of the image by raising the projector with the  
foot release.  
1 Lift the projector and press HEIGHT ADJUST.  
(The adjuster comes out.)  
2 While pressing HEIGHT ADJUST, lower the projector to adjust  
the height. (Adjustable up to approximately 8° from the standard  
position)  
3 Remove your finger from HEIGHT ADJUST at the desired angle.  
4 Rotate the rear adjuster to adjust the projector exactly.  
(Adjustable up to approximately 1° from the left rear foot)  
Returning the projector to its original position  
While holding the projector, press HEIGHT ADJUST and slowly lower the  
projector to its original position.  
When an adjustment is made, the image may become distorted (keystoned), depending  
on the relative positions of the projector and the screen.  
CAUTION  
Do not press HEIGHT ADJUST when the adjustment foot is extended without firmly holding the projector.  
Do not hold the lens when lifting or lowering the projector.  
When lowering the projector, be careful not to get your fingers caught between the table and the projector.  
Reversed Image Setup  
Rear projection  
Projection using a mirror  
Place a translucent screen between the projector and  
the audience.  
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.  
The image reflected from the mirror is projected onto  
the translucent screen.  
Use the projectors menu system to reverse the  
projected image. (See page 44 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.  
CAUTION  
When using a mirror, be sure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so the light does not shine into the eyes of  
the audience.  
Ceiling-mount Setup  
It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount  
bracket for this installation.  
Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp  
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center to obtain the  
recommended ceiling-mount bracket (sold separately). (AN-  
PGCM85 ceiling-mount bracket and its AN-EP101A extension tube  
(for U.S.A.), or AN-M15T ceiling-mount bracket and its AN-TK201/  
AN-TK202 extension tubes (for countries other than the U.S.A.))  
When the projector is in the inverted position, use the upper edge  
of the screen as the base line.  
Use the projectors menu system to select the appropriate projection  
mode. (See page 44 for use of this function.)  
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Setting up the Screen  
Digital Keystone Correction  
When the image is distorted due to the projection  
angle, the digital keystone correction function allows  
you to correct it.  
The digital keystone correction can be made by  
pressing KEYSTONE (
؀
/
؁
).  
Projector  
Using the KEYSTONE buttons  
1
2
Press KEYSTONE (
؀
/
؁
) to adjust the setting.  
To reset the keystone setting, press BACK.  
2
1
Whenever "Keystone" is displayed on the screen, you can  
reset the setting by pressing BACK.  
2
Remote control  
Projector  
Using the GUI menu  
1
2
Press MENU.  
Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
ENTER.  
1,5  
2,3 2,3,4  
3
4
5
Press /ƒ to select Keystone, and then press  
ENTER.  
Press /ƒ to move the mark to the desired  
setting.  
To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Remote control  
Straight lines and the edges of the displayed image may  
appear jagged, when adjusting the keystone setting.  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
Picture  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
Blue  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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Operating the Wireless Mouse from the Remote Control  
You can use the remote control to operate the mouse of the computer image projected to the screen.  
Connecting the projector to a computer using a USB mouse control cable  
Connecting to the USB port on a PC or Macintosh  
1 Connect one end of the supplied USB mouse control cable to the RS-232C/MOUSE port on the projector.  
2 Connect the other end to the corresponding terminal on the computer.  
USB mouse control  
cable  
1
To USB port  
To RS-232C/MOUSE port  
2
Computer  
Windows 95 does not support USB mouse driver software.  
The minimum system requirements for the USB type mouse system are shown below.  
Windows  
Hardware: PC/AT compatible machine with USB port  
OS: Windows 98/Windows 2000/Windows Me  
Macintosh  
Hardware: Macintosh series with USB port  
OS: Mac OS 8.5 or higher  
The wireless mouse functions can be used to operate computers compatible with USB type mouse system.  
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Operating the Wireless Mouse from the Remote Control  
Remote Control/Wireless Mouse Positioning  
The remote control and the wireless mouse functions can be used to control the projector within the ranges  
shown below.  
The remote control can be used with the wireless mouse functions to control the mouse operation on the computer  
connected to the projector.  
The signal from the remote control can be reflected off a screen for easy operation. However, the effective distance of the  
signal may differ due to the screen material.  
Controlling the Projector or Using the Wireless Mouse Functions  
Remote control  
23(7 m)  
30˚  
45˚  
30˚  
Remote control sensor  
45˚  
23(7 m)  
30˚  
Remote control  
Effective buttons in MOUSE mode  
Using as a Wireless Mouse  
Remote control  
(Front view)  
When MOUSE is pressed, the buttons on the remote  
control light up and the remote control enters MOUSE  
mode.  
During MOUSE mode, the cursor can be used as the  
pointer. MOUSE mode is for about ten seconds while  
the buttons are lighting.  
When MENU or ENLARGE is pressed, MOUSE mode  
is released to the normal mode.  
Mouse  
MOUSE CONTROL  
OPERATION  
The wireless mouse may not operate correctly if your  
computer is not correctly set up. Refer to the computers  
operation manual for details of setting up/installing the  
mouse driver.  
RIGHT-CLICK  
For one-button mouse systems, use either LEFT-CLICK or  
RIGHT-CLICK.  
To conserve battery life, MOUSE stays active for  
approximately 10 seconds. Reactivate by pressing MOUSE  
again.  
Remote control  
(Rear view)  
LEFT-CLICK  
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Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens  
This projector has four sets of menu screens (INPUT 1 (DVI), INPUT 1 (RGB), INPUT 1 (COMPONENT) and INPUT  
2 (S-VIDEO) or 3 (VIDEO)) that allow you to adjust the image and various projector settings. These menu screens  
can be operated from the projector or the remote control with the following buttons.  
Projector  
Remote control  
8
2,4,7  
8
3,5,6  
1,9  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
INPUT 1 (DVI) or (RGB) Mode  
Menu Screen (Example)  
INPUT 1 (COMPONENT), INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO) or  
INPUT 3 (VIDEO) Mode Menu Screen (Example)  
Contrast  
Bright  
0
0
Contrast  
Bright  
Color  
0
Picture  
Picture  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
0
Options  
0
Blue  
0
Tint  
0
0
Language  
PRJ Mode  
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
Sharp  
Red  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
Basic Operation of the Menu Screen  
1
1 Press MENU to display the main menu.  
Contrast  
Bright  
0
0
Picture  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
2, 3  
2 Press /ƒ to select an adjustment item in the  
Contrast  
Bright  
0
0
Picture  
main menu.  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
3 Press ENTER to display the sub menu.  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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4, 5  
4 Press /ƒ to select an adjustment item in the  
Contrast  
Bright  
0
0
Picture  
sub menu.  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
5 Press ENTER to activate the selected adjustment  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
item.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
6
Contrast  
0
6 To display a single adjustment item, press ENTER  
after selecting the item.  
Only the menu bar and the selected adjustment  
item will appear.  
7
7 Press /ƒ to adjust the item.  
Contrast  
Bright  
10  
0
Picture  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
8 Press BACK to return to the previous screen.  
9 Press MENU to exit from the GUI.  
• For details on items on the menu screen, see the tree charts  
on pages 28 and 29.  
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Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface) Menu Screens  
Items on the INPUT 1 (RGB) Mode Menu Bar  
Items on the INPUT 1 (DVI) Mode Menu Bar  
Main menu  
Picture  
Sub menu  
Main menu  
Picture  
Sub menu  
Contrast  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
High  
Contrast  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
High  
Bright  
Red  
Bright  
Red  
Blue  
Blue  
CLR Temp  
Reset  
CLR Temp  
Reset  
Low  
Low  
Fine Sync  
Fine Sync  
Clock  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
15 
ם
15  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
Resolution  
Hor Freq  
Clock  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
15 
ם
15  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
Resolution  
Hor Freq  
Phase  
H-Pos  
V-Pos  
Phase  
H-Pos  
V-Pos  
Signal Info  
XXX 
ן
 YYY  
XXX kHz  
XXX Hz  
Signal Info  
XXX 
ן
 YYY  
XXX kHz  
XXX Hz  
Vert Freq  
Vert Freq  
Options  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
Options  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
מ
127 
ם
127  
ON  
מ
127 
ם
127  
ON  
AV Mute Disp.  
AV Mute Disp.  
OFF  
OFF  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
Blue  
None  
Blue  
None  
Language  
English  
Language  
English  
Deutsch  
Español  
Nederlands  
Français  
Italiano  
Deutsch  
Español  
Nederlands  
Français  
Italiano  
Svenska  
Português  
Svenska  
Português  
Front  
Front  
PRJ Mode  
PRJ Mode  
Ceiling
ם
Front  
Rear  
Ceiling
ם
Front  
Rear  
Ceiling
ם
Rear  
Ceiling
ם
Rear  
The darkened items in the above chart will be displayed in gray and can not be selected.  
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Items on the INPUT 1 (COMPONENT) Mode  
Menu Bar  
Items on the INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO) or INPUT 3  
(VIDEO) Mode Menu Bar  
Main menu  
Picture  
Sub menu  
Main menu  
Picture  
Sub menu  
Contrast  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
Contrast  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
Bright  
Bright  
Color  
Color  
Tint  
Tint  
Sharp  
0
ם
7  
Sharp  
0
ם
7  
Red  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
High  
Red  
מ
30 
ם
30  
מ
30 
ם
30  
High  
Blue  
Blue  
CLR Temp  
Reset  
CLR Temp  
Reset  
Low  
Low  
Options  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
AV Mute Disp.  
Options  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
AV Mute Disp.  
מ
127 
ם
127  
ON  
מ
127 
ם
127  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
Video System  
ON  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
Blue  
None  
Blue  
None  
Language  
English  
Auto  
Deutsch  
Español  
Nederlands  
Français  
Italiano  
PAL  
NTSC 3.58  
SECAM  
NTSC 4.43  
PAL-M  
PAL-N  
PAL (60 Hz)  
Svenska  
Português  
Language  
English  
Deutsch  
Español  
Nederlands  
Français  
Italiano  
Front  
PRJ Mode  
Ceiling
ם
Front  
Rear  
Ceiling
ם
Rear  
Svenska  
Português  
Front  
PRJ Mode  
Ceiling
ם
Front  
Rear  
Ceiling
ם
Rear  
• “Tintdoes not appear when receiving PAL, SECAM, PAL-M, PAL-Nor PAL (60Hz)in the INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO) or INPUT 3 (VIDEO)  
mode.  
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Selecting the On-screen Display Language  
Projector  
English is the preset language for the On-screen  
Display. The language can be set to English, German,  
Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portuguese,  
Chinese, Korean or Japanese.  
1 Press MENU.  
1, 5  
2, 4 2, 3  
2 Press /ƒ to select Language, and then press  
ENTER.  
3 Press /ƒ to select the desired language.  
4 Press ENTER to save the setting. The On-screen  
Display is now programed to display in the  
language selected.  
Remote control  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
English  
Deutsch  
Español  
Nederlands  
Français  
Italiano  
Svenska  
Português  
Picture  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
Selecting the Video Input System Mode (INPUT 2 or 3 only)  
Projector  
The video input system mode is preset to Auto;  
however, it can be changed to a specific system mode,  
if the selected system mode is not compatible with the  
connected audiovisual equipment.  
1 Press MENU.  
1,6  
2,3,5 2,3,4  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
ENTER.  
3 Press /ƒ to select Video Systems, and then  
press ENTER.  
4 Press /ƒ to select the desired video system  
mode.  
Remote control  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
5 Press ENTER to save the setting.  
6 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
Picture  
0
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
Video System  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
Blue  
Auto  
When the system mode is set to Auto, you may not receive  
a clear picture due to signal differences. Should this occur,  
switch to the video system of the source signal.  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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Picture Adjustments  
Projector  
Adjusting the Picture  
You can adjust the projector’s picture to your prefer-  
ences with the following picture settings.  
Description of Adjustment Items  
1,5  
2,3 2,3,4  
ƒ button  
button  
Selected item  
Contrast  
Bright  
Color  
Tint  
For less contrast  
For less brightness  
For less color intensity  
For more contrast  
For more brightness  
For more color intensity  
Skin tones become purplish Skin tones become greenish  
Sharp  
Red  
For less sharpness  
For weaker red  
For more sharpness  
For stronger red  
Blue  
For weaker blue  
For stronger blue  
Reset  
All image adjustment items are returned to the factory preset  
settings.  
Remote control  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
INPUT 1 (RGB) Mode  
These adjustments do not work in INPUT 1 (DVI) mode.  
• “Color, Tintand Sharpdo not appear in INPUT 1 (DVI)  
or (RGB) mode.  
Contrast  
Bright  
0
0
Picture  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
0
1 Press MENU.  
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
2 Press /ƒ to select Picture, and then press  
ENTER.  
3 Press /ƒ to select a specific adjustment item,  
and then press ENTER.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
The items except the selected one will be  
displayed in gray.  
INPUT 1 (COMPONENT) Mode  
Contrast  
Bright  
Color  
0
Picture  
4 Press /ƒ to move the mark of the selected  
0
Options  
0
adjustment item to the desired setting.  
Tint  
0
0
Language  
PRJ Mode  
Sharp  
Red  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
To reset all adjustment items, select Reset, and then press  
ENTER.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO) or INPUT 3 (VIDEO) Mode  
Contrast  
Bright  
Color  
0
Picture  
0
Options  
0
Tint  
0
0
Language  
PRJ Mode  
Sharp  
Red  
0
Blue  
0
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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Picture Adjustments  
Projector  
Selecting the Color Temperature  
This function can be used to adjust the color  
temperature to suit the type of image input to the  
projector (video, computer image, TV broadcast, etc.).  
Decrease the color temperature to create warmer,  
reddish images for natural flesh tones. Increase the color  
temperature to create cooler, bluish images for a brighter  
picture.  
1,5  
2,3,4 2,3,4  
Description of Color Temperature  
Selected item Description  
Increases color temperature for cooler, bluish,  
High  
florescent-like images. (High color temperature)  
Decreases color temperature for warmer, reddish,  
incandescent-like images. (Low color temperature)  
Low  
Remote control  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Picture, and then press  
Contrast  
Bright  
0
0
0
0
Picture  
ENTER.  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Red  
Blue  
CLR Temp  
Reset  
High  
Low  
3 Press /ƒ to select CLR Temp, and then press  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
ENTER.  
4 Press /ƒ to select Highor Low, and then  
press ENTER.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
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Computer Image Adjustments (INPUT 1 (RGB) mode only)  
Projector  
Auto Sync Adjustment  
Used to automatically adjust a computer image.  
Auto Sync adjustment can be made manually by  
pressing AUTO SYNC.  
1
1 Press AUTO SYNC.  
Remote control  
On-screen Display  
During Auto Sync adjustment, Adjusting The Image”  
is displayed as shown on the left.  
Auto Sync adjustment may take some time to complete,  
depending on the image of the computer connected to the  
projector.  
When the optimum image cannot be achieved with Auto  
Sync adjustment, use manual adjustments. (See the steps  
below.)  
Projector  
Adjusting the Computer Image  
When displaying computer patterns which are very  
detailed (tiling, vertical stripes, etc.), interference may  
occur, causing flickering, vertical stripes, or contrast  
irregularities in portions of the screen. Should this occur,  
adjust Clock, Phase, H-Posand V-Posfor the  
optimum computer image.  
1,5  
2,3 2,3,4  
Description of Adjustment Items  
Selected item  
Description  
Clock  
Phase  
H-Pos  
V-Pos  
Adjusts vertical noise.  
Adjusts horizontal noise (similar to tracking on your VCR).  
Centers the on-screen image by moving it to the left or right.  
Centers the on-screen image by moving it up or down.  
Remote control  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
Computer image adjustments can be made easily by  
pressing AUTO SYNC ( ). See the step above for details.  
Clock  
0
0
0
0
Picture  
Phase  
H-Pos  
Fine Sync  
Options  
(Select the desired computer input mode with INPUT.)  
V-Pos  
Signal Info  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Fine Sync, and then press  
ENTER.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
3 Press /ƒ to select a specific adjustment item,  
and then press ENTER.  
4 Press /ƒ to move the mark of the selected  
adjustment item to the desired setting.  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
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Useful Features  
Freeze Function  
Remote control  
This function allows you to instantly freeze a moving  
image. This is useful when you want to display a still  
image from a computer or video, giving you more time  
to explain the image to the audience.  
You can also use this function to display a still image  
from a computer while you make preparations for the  
next computer images to be presented.  
1, 2  
1 Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze  
the image.  
2 Press FREEZE again to return to the moving  
On-screen Display  
image.  
• If the input signal is changed by pressing INPUT during  
FREEZE, the function releases.  
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Digital Image Magnification  
Remote control  
This function allows you to magnify a specific portion of  
an image. This is useful when you want to display a  
detailed portion of the image.  
2
1 Press ENLARGE on the remote control. Each time  
ENLARGE is pressed, the image will be  
magnified.  
1
3
2 When the image is magnified, you can pan and  
scan around the image by using /ß/ƒ/©.  
On-screen Display  
3 To return to 
ן
 1, press BACK (on the remote  
control only).  
Each time ENLARGE is pressed, image magnification  
toggles as shown below.  
؂
1  
؂
4  
؂
9  
؂
16  
؂
36  
؂
64  
If the input signal is changed during digital image  
magnification, the image will return to 
ן
1. The input signal  
is changed  
(a) when INPUT is pressed,  
(b)when the input signal is interrupted, or  
(c) when the input resolution and refresh rate changes.  
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Selecting the Picture Display Mode  
Remote control  
This function allows you to modify or customize the  
picture display mode to enhance the input image.  
Depending on the input signal, you can choose the  
picture display mode preferred.  
1 Press RESIZE on the remote control. Each time  
RESIZE is pressed, the picture mode changes  
as shown below.  
1
COMPUTER  
PG-M15X  
EXAMPLE  
NORMAL  
DOT BY DOT  
SVGA (800 
ן
 600)  
XGA (1024 
ן
 768)  
SXGA (1280 
ן
 1024)  
1024 
ן
 768  
800 
ן
 600  
4:3 aspect ratio  
1024 
ן
 768  
Other aspect ratios  
1024 
ן
 768  
1280 
ן
1024  
PG-M15S  
NORMAL  
DOT BY DOT  
SVGA (800 
ן
 600)  
XGA (1024 
ן
 768)  
SXGA (1280 
ן
 1024)  
800 
ן
 600  
4:3 aspect ratio  
800 
ן
 600  
1024 
ן
 768  
Other aspect ratios  
800 
ן
 600  
1280 
ן
 1024  
Output screen image  
NORMAL  
Projects a full screen image.  
DOT BY DOT  
Projects the original resolution  
signal of the image.  
Input Signal  
VGA,  
SVGA  
(PG-M15X)  
VGA  
RESIZE  
DOT BY DOT  
RESIZE  
NORMAL  
(PG-M15S)  
XGA  
(PG-M15X)  
RESIZE  
SVGA  
NORMAL  
(PG-M15S)  
XGA  
(PG-M15S)  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
NORMAL  
DOT BY DOT  
SXGA  
(PG-M15X)  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
SXGA  
NORMAL  
DOT BY DOT  
(PG-M15S)  
PG-M15X  
When inputting an XGA (1024
ן
768) signal, the image display is set in NORMAL mode, and  
DOT BY DOT selection is not available.  
PG-M15S  
When inputting an SVGA (800
ן
600) signal, the image display is set in NORMAL mode, and  
DOT BY DOT selection is not available.  
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Selecting the Picture Display Mode  
PG-M15X  
DVD/VIDEO  
NORMAL  
STRETCH  
BORDER  
EXAMPLE  
4:3  
1024 
ן
 768  
1024 
ן
 576  
768 
ן
 576  
4:3 aspect ratio  
480I, NTSC,  
PAL, SECAM  
Letterbox  
Squeeze  
1024 
ן
 768  
1024 
ן
 576  
768 
ן
 576  
1024 
ן
 768  
1024 
ן
 576  
768 
ן
 576  
PG-M15S  
NORMAL  
STRETCH  
800 
ן
 450  
800 
ן
 450  
800 
ן
 450  
BORDER  
600 
ן
 450  
600 
ן
 450  
600 
ן
 450  
800 
ן
 600  
800 
ן
 600  
800 
ן
 600  
4:3  
4:3 aspect ratio  
480I, NTSC,  
PAL, SECAM  
Letterbox  
Squeeze  
Letterbox: The 4:3 pixel area where the image is recorded. The black bands at the top  
and bottom are unused pixels.  
Squeeze: Compresses an enhanced image (e.g. 16:9) to a 4:3 image display.  
Output screen image  
NORMAL  
STRETCH  
BORDER  
Projects a full screen image. Projects 16:9 image evenly Projects 4:3 image fully (left/  
over entire screen (top/bottom right cut out) in stretched 16:9  
Input Signal  
cut out).  
image display (see left).  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
STRETCH  
BORDER  
NORMAL  
4:3 aspect ratio  
480I,  
NTSC,  
PAL,  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
STRETCH  
BORDER  
NORMAL  
SECAM  
Letterbox  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
RESIZE  
STRETCH  
BORDER  
NORMAL  
Squeeze  
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Gamma Correction  
Remote control  
Gamma is an image quality enhancement function  
that offers a richer image by brightening the darker  
portions of the image without altering the brightness  
of the brighter portions.  
Three gamma settings are available to allow for  
differences in the images displayed and in the  
brightness of the room.  
When you are displaying images with frequent, dark  
scenes, such as a film or concert, or when you are  
displaying images in a bright room, this feature makes  
the dark scenes easier to see and gives the impres-  
sion of greater depth in the image.  
1
On-screen Display  
STANDARD  
Gamma Modes  
Selected Mode  
Gamma mode  
STANDARD  
Standard picture without gamma correction.  
GAMMA 1  
GAMMA 2  
Brightens darker portions of image for more  
enhanced presentations.  
Gives greater depth to darker portions of image  
for a more exciting theater experience.  
GAMMA 1  
GAMMA 2  
1 Press GAMMA on the remote control. Each time  
GAMMA is pressed, the gamma level toggles as  
shown on the left.  
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Checking the Input Signal (INPUT 1 (DVI) mode or (RGB) mode only)  
This function allows you to check the current input signal  
information.  
Projector  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select “Fine Sync”, and then press  
1, 4  
2, 3 2, 3  
ENTER.  
3 Press /ƒ to select “Signal Info”, and then press  
ENTER.  
4 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Remote control  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
Clock  
0
0
0
0
Picture  
Phase  
H-Pos  
Fine Sync  
Options  
V-Pos  
Signal Info  
Resolution 1024 
ן
 768  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
Hor Freq  
Vert Freq  
46.3 kHz  
60 Hz  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
Checking the Lamp UsageTime  
This function allows you to check the accumulated lamp  
usage time.  
Projector  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
ENTER. The current lamp usage time will be  
displayed.  
1
2
2
It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after  
approximately 1,400 hours of usage. See pages 47 and 48  
for lamp replacement.  
Remote control  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
Picture  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
Blue  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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Turning On/Off the AV Mute Message  
This function allows you to turn off the on-screen  
message that appears during AV mute is on.  
Projector  
Description of AV Mute Display  
Selected item Description  
1,5  
2,3,4 2,3,4  
AV MUTEis displayed.  
ON  
AV MUTEis not displayed.  
OFF  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
ENTER.  
3 Press /ƒ to select AV Mute Disp, and then  
Remote control  
press ENTER.  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
4 Press /ƒ to select ONor OFF, and then  
press ENTER.  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
Picture  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
ON  
Blue  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
On-screen Display  
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On-screen Display Override Function  
This function allows you to turn off the on-screen  
Projector  
messages that appear during input select. Once OSD  
Displayis set to OFFin the GUI menu, the on-screen  
messages will not appear.  
Description of OSD Display  
1,5  
2,3,4 2,3,4  
Selected item Description  
On-screen Display is displayed.  
ON  
On-screen Display is not displayed.  
OFF  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
ENTER.  
Remote control  
3 Press /ƒ to select OSD Display, and then  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
press ENTER.  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
4 Press /ƒ to select ONor OFF, and then  
Picture  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
press ENTER.  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Blue  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
On-screen Display  
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Automatic Power Shutoff Function  
Projector  
When no input signal is detected for approximately 15  
minutes, the projector will automatically shut off. The  
on-screen message as below will appear five minutes  
before the power automatically shuts off.  
1,5  
2,3,4 2,3,4  
Description of Automatic Power Shutoff  
Selected item Description  
Power automatically shuts off after approximately  
15 minutes if no signal is input.  
ON  
Automatic Power Shutoff disabled.  
OFF  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
Remote control  
ENTER.  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
3 Press /ƒ to select Auto Power Off, and then  
press ENTER.  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
Picture  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
4 Press /ƒ to select ONor OFF, and then  
ON  
press ENTER.  
ON  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
OFF  
Blue  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
On-screen Display  
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Detecting the Input Source Automatically  
Projector  
This function is used to detect the input source  
automatically.  
Description of Auto Source  
Selected item Description  
1,5  
2,3,4 2,3,4  
Automatically selects the input source  
connected to the projector.  
If the signal stops, automatically switches to an  
input source that is transmitting a signal.  
For multiple signal input, can skip the input  
source that has no input signal and selects the  
one that has a signal.  
ON  
Manually select the input source connected to  
the projector.  
OFF  
1 Press MENU.  
Remote control  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
ENTER.  
Lamp Timer  
100  
Picture  
3 Press /ƒ to select Auto Source, and then  
Keystone  
0
Fine Sync  
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
press ENTER.  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
4 Press /ƒ to select ONor OFF, and then  
press ENTER.  
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
When set to ON, you will be unable to manually select an  
inactive input by pressing INPUT.  
Selecting a Background Image  
This function allows you to select the image displayed  
when no signal is being sent to the projector.  
Projector  
Description of Background Images  
Selected item Description  
1,5  
2,3,4 2,3,4  
Blue  
Blue screen  
Black screen  
None  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select Options, and then press  
ENTER.  
3 Press /ƒ to select Background, and then  
Remote control  
press ENTER.  
4 Press /ƒ to select Blueor None, and then  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
press ENTER.  
Lamp Timer  
Keystone  
100  
Picture  
0
5 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Fine Sync  
Options  
AV Mute Disp.  
OSD Display  
Auto Power Off  
Auto Source  
Background  
ON  
ON  
ON  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
ON  
Blue  
None  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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Reverse/Invert Image Function  
Projector  
This projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image  
function which allows you to reverse or invert the pro-  
jected image for various applications.  
Description of Projected Images  
1, 4  
2, 3 2, 3  
Selected item Projected image  
Front  
Ceiling
ם
Front Inverted image  
Rear Reversed image  
Normal image  
Ceiling
ם
Rear Reversed and inverted image  
1 Press MENU.  
2 Press /ƒ to select PRJ Mode, and then press  
Remote control  
ENTER.  
(GUI) On-screen Display  
3 Press /ƒ to select the desired projection mode,  
and then press ENTER.  
Front  
Picture  
Ceiling
؀
 Front  
Fine Sync  
Options  
Rear  
4 To exit from the GUI, press MENU.  
Ceiling
؀
 Rear  
Language  
PRJ Mode  
This function is used for the reversed image and ceiling-  
mount setups. See page 22 for these setups.  
END  
SELECT  
BACK  
ENTER  
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Maintenance &  
Troubleshooting  
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Lamp/Maintenance Indicators  
• The warning lights on the projector indicate problems  
inside the projector.  
Maintenance Indicators  
• There are two warning lights: a TEMPERATURE  
WARNING indicator which warns that the projector is too  
hot, and a LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator which lets  
you know when to change the lamp.  
LAMP REPLACEMENT  
indicator  
POWER indicator  
• If a problem occurs, either the TEMPERATURE WARNING  
indicator or the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator will  
illuminate red. After turning off the power, follow the  
procedures given below.  
TEMPERATURE WARNING  
indicator  
Maintenance Indicator  
Condition  
Problem  
Possible Solution  
TEMPERATURE  
WARNING  
indicator  
The internal  
• Relocate the projector to an area with proper  
ventilation.  
• Blocked air intake.  
temperature is  
abnormally high.  
Cooling fan breakdown.  
Internal circuit failure.  
Take the projector to your nearest Sharp  
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service  
Center for repair.  
The indicator flashes in Cooling down.  
red.  
Wait until the indicator stops flashing and  
turns off.  
LAMP  
REPLACEMENT  
indicator  
The lamp does not  
illuminate.  
Burnt-out lamp.  
Carefully replace the lamp. (See pages 47  
and 48.)  
Take the projector to your nearest Sharp  
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service  
Center for repair.  
Lamp circuit failure.  
The lamp cage cover is  
not securely installed.  
The lamp requires  
replacement.  
Lamp has been used for  
over 1,400 hours.  
If the TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator illuminates, follow the above possible solutions and then wait until the projector has cooled down  
completely before turning the power back on. (At least 5 minutes.)  
If the power is turned off and then turned on again, as during a brief rest, the LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator may be triggered, preventing  
the power from going on. Should this occur, take the power cord out of the wall outlet and put it back in again.  
Lamp  
The lamp in this projector operates for approximately 1,500 cumulative hours, depending on the usage environ-  
ment. It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after 1,400 cumulative hours of use or when you notice a  
significant deterioration of the picture and color quality. The lamp usage time can be checked with the On-screen  
Display. (See page 39.)  
CAUTION  
Intense light hazard. Do not attempt to look into the aperture and lens while the projector is operating.  
As the usage environment can vary significantly, the projector lamp may not operate for 1,500 hours.  
• “1,500 hoursabove indicates average life span and should be used for reference only. This is different than the warranty period.  
For safety, the power will not be turned on from the fourth time when turning on the power without changing the lamp after use for 1,500  
hours.  
Condition  
Problem  
Possible Solution  
The LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator  
illuminates red, and LAMPwill appear in  
yellow in the lower-left corner of the picture.  
Lamp has been used for  
over 1,400 hours.  
Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp  
cage/module) of the current type BQC-  
PGM15X//1 from your nearest Sharp  
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service  
Center.  
Replace the lamp. (See pages 47 and 48.)  
If you wish, you may have the lamp  
replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized  
Projector Dealer or Service Center.  
A significant deterioration of the picture and  
color quality occurs.  
The power will automatically turn off and  
the projector will enter standby mode.  
Lamp has been used for  
over 1,500 hours.  
LAMPwill appear in red in the lower-left  
corner of the picture, and the power will  
turn off.  
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Replacing the Projection Lamp  
CAUTION  
Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer  
or Service Center replace lamp if rupture occurs.  
Do not remove the lamp cage directly after operation of the projector.The lamp may be extremely  
hot. Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp cage  
to fully cool before removing the lamp cage.  
It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after approximately 1,400 cumulative hours of use or when you  
notice a significant deterioration of the picture and color quality. Carefully change the lamp by following the steps  
below.  
If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector  
Dealer or Service Center for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp cage/module) of the current type  
BQC-PGM15X//1 from your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center. Then carefully change  
the lamp by following the instructions below. If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp  
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.  
IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:  
The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90-day parts and labor limited warranty. All service of this  
projector under warranty, including lamp replacement, must be obtained through a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer  
or Service Center. For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center, please call toll-  
free: 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277).  
U.S.A. ONLY  
Removing and installing the lamp unit  
CAUTION  
Be sure to remove the lamp cage by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp cage or the inside of  
the projector.  
To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.  
Turn off the power.  
Disconnect the power  
cord.  
Remove the lamp cage  
cover.  
1
2
3
Press ON/OFF on the projector  
or POWER on the remote  
control. Wait until the cooling  
fan stops.  
Unplug the power cord from the  
AC socket.  
Turn over the projector and  
loosen the user service screws  
that secure the lamp cage cover.  
Then lift open the cover in the  
direction of the arrow.  
or  
Remove the lamp  
cage.  
Insert the new lamp cage.  
Attach the lamp cage  
cover.  
4
5
6
Loosen the securing screws on  
the lamp cage. Hold the lamp  
cage by the handle and pull it  
towards you.  
Press the lamp cage firmly into  
the lamp cage compartment.  
Fasten the securing screws.  
Slide the lamp cage cover in the  
direction of the arrow. Then  
tighten the user service screws.  
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Replacing the Projection Lamp  
Resetting the lamp timer  
Connect the power  
cord.  
Reset the lamp timer.  
1
2
Plug the power cord into the AC  
socket of the projector.  
1 Press KEYSTONE (+) and  
KEYSTONE (–) simultaneously and  
ON/OFF at the same time.  
LAMP 0000His  
displayed, indicating that  
the lamp timer is reset.  
1
Reset the lamp timer only after replacing the lamp.  
Using the Kensington Lock  
This projector has a Kensington Security Standard  
connector for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security  
System. Refer to the information that came with the  
system for instructions on how to use it to secure the  
projector.  
Kensington Security  
Standard connector  
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Check  
No picture and no sound.  
Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.  
Selected input is wrong. (See page 19.)  
Cables incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. (See pages 1317.)  
Remote control batteries have run down. (See page 10.)  
The lamp cage cover is not securely installed (See page 47.).  
Sound is heard but no picture  
appears.  
Cables incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. (See pages 1317.)  
• “Contrastand Brightadjustments are set to minimum position. (See page 31.)  
Color is faded or poor.  
Picture is blurred.  
• “Colorand Tintadjustments are not correct. (See page 31.)  
Adjust the focus. (See page 19.)  
Projection distance is too long or too short to allow for proper focus. (See pages 2021.)  
Picture appears but no sound is  
heard.  
Cables incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. (See pages 1317.)  
Volume is set to minimum. (See page 19.)  
An unusual sound is occasionally If the picture is normal, the sound is due to cabinet shrinkage caused by temperature changes.  
heard from the cabinet. This will not affect operation or performance.  
Maintenance indicator illuminates. Refer to Lamp/Maintenance Indicatorson page 46.  
Picture noise appears.  
Lamp does not light.  
Adjust the Phasesetting. (See page 33.)  
The lamp cage cover is not securely installed (See page 47.).  
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Appendix  
Using the Soft Carrying Pouch  
Use the soft carrying pouch to prevent damage to your projector and its lens when transporting.  
CAUTION  
• Do not lift or carry the projector by the lens or the lens cap as this may damage  
the lens.  
• Besides the projector, do not put anything else into the soft carrying pouch.  
• Be sure that the projector has cooled properly before placing the unit into its soft  
carrying pouch.  
• Use the soft carrying pouch only when storing or carrying the projector.  
• Do not leave the projector exposed to direct sunlight, locked up in a car without  
proper ventilation, or near equipment that radiates heat.  
Lens cap installation  
Install as shown in image on the right.  
When removing the lens cap, pull off  
by pressing the two convex areas.  
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Connection Pin Assignments  
DVI INPUT 1 Port: 29-pin  
DVI input  
RGB input  
C5  
Pin No.  
1
Name  
Pin No.  
1
Name  
T.M.D.S. Data 2
؁  
T.M.D.S. Data 2
ם
 
T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield  
T.M.D.S. Data 4
؁
*2  
T.M.D.S. Data 4
ם
*2  
DDC Clock  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
DDC Clock  
C4 C3 24  
17  
9
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
7
DDC Data  
Vertical Sync  
7
DDC Data  
8
8
Vertical Sync  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
ם
5 V Power  
9
T.M.D.S. Data 1
؁  
T.M.D.S. Data 1
ם
 
T.M.D.S. Data 1/3 Shield  
T.M.D.S. Data 3
؁
*2  
T.M.D.S. Data 3
ם
*2  
ם
5 V Power  
9
168  
1
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
C1  
C2  
C3  
C4  
C5  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
C1  
C2  
C3  
C4  
C5  
C2 C1  
*1 Return for 
ם
5 V, Hsync. and Vsync.  
*2 These pins are not used on this equipment.  
Ground*1  
Ground  
Hot Plug Detect  
T.M.D.S. Data 0
؁  
T.M.D.S. Data 0
ם
 
T.M.D.S. Data 0/5 Shield  
T.M.D.S. Data 5
؁
*2  
T.M.D.S. Data 5
ם
*2  
T.M.D.S. Clock Shield  
T.M.D.S. Clock
ם
 
T.M.D.S. Clock
؁  
Analog input Red  
Analog input Green  
Analog input Blue  
Horizontal Sync  
Ground  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Analog input Red  
Analog input Green  
Analog input Blue  
Horizontal sync  
Ground  
COMPONENT input  
Pin No.  
1
Name  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Ground  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
C1  
C2  
C3  
C4  
C5  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Not connected  
Analog input Pr  
Analog input Y  
Analog input Pb  
Not connected  
Ground  
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Connection Pin Assignments  
OUTPUT (INPUT 1) Signal Port: 15-pin Mini D-sub female connector  
COMPONENT output  
Analog  
RGB output  
Analog  
1 Video output (red)  
2 Video output  
(green/sync on green)  
3 Video output (blue)  
4 Not connected  
5 Not connected  
6 Earth (red)  
7 Earth (green/sync on green)  
8 Earth (blue)  
9 Not connected  
10 GND  
11 GND  
12 Not connected  
13 Horizontal sync signal  
14 Vertical sync signal  
15 Not connected  
1 PR (CR)  
2 Y  
3 PB (CB)  
4 Not connected  
5 Not connected  
6 Earth (PR)  
7 Earth (Y)  
8 Earth (PB)  
9 Not connected  
10 Not connected  
11 Not connected  
12 Not connected  
13 Not connected  
14 Not connected  
15 Not connected  
11  
6
1
15  
10  
5
RS-232C Terminal: 7-pin Mini DIN female connector  
Pin No.  
Signal  
VCC (USB)  
RD  
Name  
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
USB Power  
Receive Data  
Send Data  
5
7
SD  
USB (
מ
)  
GND  
USB (
ם
)  
NC  
USB Data (
מ
)  
Signal Ground  
USB Data (
ם
)  
(Reserved)  
4
3
2
1
RS-232C Port: 9-pin D-sub male connector of the DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable  
Pin No.  
Signal  
CD  
RD  
SD  
Name  
1
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Receive Data  
Send Data  
ER  
SG  
DR  
RS  
CS  
CI  
Signal Ground  
Data Set Ready  
Request to Send  
Clear to Send  
6
9
USB connector: 4-pin USB connector of the USB mouse control cable  
Pin No.  
Signal  
VCC  
USB
מ
 
USB
ם
 
SG  
Name  
1
2
3
4
USB Power  
USB Data
מ
 
USB Data
ם
 
Signal Ground  
4 3 2 1  
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RS-232C Port Specifications  
PC control  
A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type, sold  
separately) to the projector. (See page 17 for connection.)  
Communication conditions  
Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table.  
Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard.  
Baud rate:  
Data length:  
Parity bit:  
9,600 bps  
8 bits  
NON  
Stop bit:  
1 bit  
None  
Flow control:  
Basic format  
Commands from the computer are sent in the following order: command, parameter, and return code. After the  
projector processes the command from the computer, it sends a response code to the computer.  
Command format  
Return code (0DH)  
C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4  
Command 4-digit Parameter 4-digit  
Response code format  
Normal response  
Return code (0DH)  
Problem response (Failure due to incorrect command/parameter or the other communication errors)  
Return code (0DH)  
O
K
E
R
R
When more than one code is being sent, send each command only after the OK response code for the previous  
command from the projector is verified.  
When using the computer control function of the projector, the projector operating status cannot be read to the computer.  
Therefore, confirm the status by transmitting the display commands for each adjustment menu and checking the status with  
the On-screen Display. If the projector receives a command other than a menu display command, it will execute the com-  
mand without displaying the On-screen Display.  
Commands  
EXAMPLE  
When INPUT SWITCHING is set to INPUT 1 (DVI).  
Computer  
Projector  
I
R
G
B
_
_
_
1
O
K
COMMAND  
PARAMETER  
CONTROL  
CONTENTS  
CONTROL ITEM  
C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4  
P
P
I
O
O
R
R
R
V
W
W
G
G
G
E
R
R
B
B
B
D
D
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
0
1
1
2
3
1
2
POWER OFF (STANDBY)  
POWER ON  
POWER SETTING  
INPUT1 (DVI)  
I
INPUT1 (RGB)  
I
INPUT1 (COMPONENT)  
INPUT2 (S-VIDEO)  
INPUT3 (VIDEO)  
INPUT SWITCHING  
I
I
V
E
If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space.  
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Computer Compatibility Chart  
Horizontal Frequency: 31.580 kHz  
Vertical Frequency: 5685 Hz  
Pixel Clock: 25135 MHz  
Compatible with sync on green and composite sync signals  
SXGA (1,280 
ן
 1,024) compatible in intelligent compression  
XGA (1,024 
ן
 768) compatible in intelligent compression (PG-M15S only)  
PC/  
MAC/  
WS  
Horizontal  
Vertical  
VESA  
Standard  
Display  
M15S  
Display  
M15X  
Frequency Frequency  
Resolution  
(kHz)  
27.0  
31.5  
37.9  
27.0  
(Hz)  
60  
640 
ן
 350  
70  
85  
ן
60  
720 
ן
 350  
31.5  
27.0  
31.5  
37.9  
27.0  
31.5  
37.9  
26.2  
31.5  
34.7  
37.9  
37.5  
43.3  
31.3  
35.1  
37.9  
44.5  
48.1  
46.9  
53.7  
35.5  
40.3  
48.4  
56.5  
60.0  
68.7  
55.0  
66.2  
67.5  
54.8  
65.9  
64.0  
70  
60  
70  
85  
60  
70  
85  
50  
60  
70  
72  
75  
85  
50  
56  
60  
70  
72  
75  
85  
43  
50  
60  
70  
75  
85  
60  
70  
75  
60  
72  
60  
640 
ן
 400  
ן
ן
VGA  
Upscale  
720 
ן
 400  
ן
ן
Upscale  
ן
ן
640 
ן
 480  
ן
ן
ן
ן
True  
PC  
SVGA 800 
ן
 600  
ן
ן
ן
ן
ן
ן
ן
ן
True  
XGA 1,024 
ן
 768  
Intelligent  
Compression  
1,152 
ן
 864  
ן
ן
Intelligent  
Compression  
SXGA  
1,152 
ן
 882  
1,280 
ן
1,024  
PC/  
VGA  
XGA  
640 
ן
 480  
35.0  
67  
Upscale  
Upscale  
MAC 13"  
48.4  
60.0  
49.7  
60  
75  
75  
ן
ן
PC/  
MAC 19"  
1,024 
ן
 768  
True  
Intelligent  
Compression  
MAC 16" SVGA 832 
ן
 624  
Upscale  
Intelligent  
Compression  
MAC 21" SXGA 1,152 
ן
 870  
68.7  
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This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this  
occur, turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display data in CRT onlymode. Details on how  
to change display modes can be found in your notebook computers operation manual.  
This projector can receive 640 
ן
 350 VESA format VGA signals, however, 640 
ן
 400will appear on the screen.  
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Specifications  
Product type Digital Multimedia Projector  
Model PG-M15X/PG-M15S  
Video system NTSC/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL 60/SECAM/DTV480i  
Display method Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device(DMD) by Texas Instruments  
DMD panel Panel size: 0.7Љ (17.8 mm), 1 chip XGA DMD/SVGA DMD  
No. of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] 
ן
 768 [V])/PG-M15X  
480,000 dots (800 [H] 
ן
 600 [V])/PG-M15S  
Lens 1-1.2 X zoom lens, F2.22.4, f 
ס
 28.534.2 mm  
Projection lamp High Intensity Discharge Lamp (HID Lamp), AC 120 W  
Contrast ratio 500:1  
Video input signal RCA Connector (INPUT 3): VIDEO, composite video, 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω  
terminated  
S-video input signal 4-pin Mini DIN connector (INPUT 2)  
Y (luminance signal): 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 terminated  
C (chrominance signal): Burst 0.286 Vp-p, 75 terminated  
Component input signal 29-pin Connector (INPUT 1)  
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 terminated  
PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 terminated  
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 terminated  
Horizontal resolution 700 TV lines (video input)  
Computer RGB input signal 29-pin CONNECTOR (INPUT 1)  
RGB separate/sync on green type analog input: 00.7 Vp-p, positive, 75 terminated  
HORIZONTAL SYNC. SIGNAL: TTL level (positive/negative)  
VERTICAL SYNC. SIGNAL: Same as above  
Pixel clock 25135 MHz  
Vertical frequency 5685 Hz  
Horizontal frequency 31.580 kHz  
Audio input signal 3.5 ø MINIJACK: AUDIO, 0.4 Vrms, more than 47 k(stereo)  
Audio output 2.0 W (monaural)  
Speaker system 4 
ן
 2.8 cm  
Rated voltage AC 100240 V  
Input current 2.0 A  
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption 180 W  
Power dissipation <680 BTU/hour  
Operating temperature 41°F to 95°F (
ם
5°C to 
ם
35°C)  
Storage temperature 14°F to 140°F (
מ
10°C to 
ם
60°C)  
Cabinet Magnesium alloy (Terminal panel, Lamp cover and Side vent cover constructed of plastic)  
I/R carrier frequency 38 kHz  
Dimensions (approx.) 8 5564Љ 
ן
 1 3132Љ 
ן
 6 5964Љ (225 (W) 
ן
 50 (H) 
ן
 176 (D) mm) (main body only)  
8 5564Љ 
ן
 2 1932Љ 
ן
 6 3132Љ (225 (W) 
ן
 66 (H) 
ן
 177 (D) mm) (including adjustment feet  
and projecting parts)  
Weight (approx.) 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)  
Supplied accessories Remote control, Two AAA size batteries, Power cord for U.S., Canada etc. (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m),  
Power cord for Europe, except U.K. (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), Power cord for U.K., Hong Kong and  
Singapore (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), Power cord for Australia, New Zealand and Oceania (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8  
m), DVI-Analog to VGA cable (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor, PC audio cable  
(6Ј 7Љ, 2.0 m), DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable (6 1/2Љ, 16.5 cm), Computer RGB cable (5Ј 11Љ,  
1.8 cm), USB mouse control cable (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), Video cable (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), S-video  
cable (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), AV audio cable (5Ј 11Љ, 1.8 m), Soft carrying pouch, Lenscap with  
strap, CD-ROM, Projector operation manual, Projector quick reference guide  
Replacement parts Remote control (9HJ7583104001), AAA size battery (9HJ4683101001), Power cord for  
U.S., Canada etc. (9HJ4283114001), Power cord for Europe, except U.K.  
(9HJ4283116001), Power cord for U.K., Hong Kong and Singapore (9HJ4283117001),  
Power cord for Australia, New Zealand and Oceania (9HJ4283118001), DVI-Analog to  
VGA cable (9HJ4283119001), DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor (9HJ4283124001), PC audio  
cable (9HJ4283120001), DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable (9HJ4283123001), Computer RGB  
cable (9HJ4283111001), USB mouse control cable (9HJ4283122001), Video cable  
(9HJ4283112001), S-video cable (9HJ4283113001), AV audio cable (9HJ4283121001),  
Soft carrying pouch (9HJ5383101001), Lens cap with strap (9HJ7083117001), CD-ROM  
(9HJ3683104001), Projector operation manual (9HJ3683107001), Projector quick  
reference guide (9HJ3683110001)  
This SHARP projector uses a DMD panel. This very sophisticated  
panel contains 786,432 (PG-M15X)/480,000 (PG-M15S) pixels. As  
with any high technology electronic equipment such as large screen  
TVs, video systems and video cameras, there are certain acceptable  
tolerances that the equipment must conform to.  
This unit has some inactive pixels within acceptable tolerances which  
may result in inactive dots on the picture screen. This will not affect  
the picture quality or the life expectancy of the unit.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Dimensions  
Rear View  
Top View  
Side View  
8 55/64 (225)  
Front View  
3 1/64 (76.5)  
Bottom View  
6 1/32 (153)  
Units: inches (mm)  
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Glossary  
Anti-aliasing digital keystone correction  
Function to digitally correct a distorted image when the projector is set up at an angle.  
Aspect ratio  
Width and height ratio of an image. The normal aspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4 : 3. There are also  
wide images with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and 21 : 9.  
Auto sync  
Optimizes projected computer images by automatically adjusting certain characteristics.  
Background  
Initial setting image projected when no signal is being input.  
Clock  
Clock adjustment is used to adjust vertical noise when clock level is incorrect.  
Compatibility  
Ability to use with various image signal modes.  
Composite sync  
Signal combining horizontal and vertical sync pulses.  
Dot by dot  
Mode that projects images in their native resolution.  
DVI  
Digital Visual Interface that supports both digital and analog displays.  
FREEZE  
Function to freeze a moving image.  
GUI  
Graphical User Interface. User interface with graphics that allow easier operation.  
Intelligent compression technology  
High quality resizing of lower and higher resolution images to fit the projectors native resolution.  
Magnification  
Digitally zooms in on a portion of an image.  
PDF  
Portable Document Format. Documentation format used to transfer text and images from the CD-ROM.  
Phase  
Phase shift is a timing shift between isomorphic signals with the same resolution. When phase level is incorrect,  
the projected image typically displays horizontal flicker.  
RESIZE  
Allows you to modify or customize the picture display mode to enhance the input image. You can select four  
different modes: NORMAL, DOT BY DOT, STRETCH and BORDER.  
RS-232C  
Function to control the projector from the computer by using the RS-232C ports on the projector and computer.  
SVGA resolution  
Resolution with 800 
ן
 600 pixels that uses the signal of an IBM/AT compatible (DOS/V) computer.  
Sync  
Synchronizes the resolution and phase shift of two signals. When receiving an image with a resolution different  
from that of the computer, the projected image may be distorted.  
Sync on green  
Video signal mode of a computer which overlaps horizontal and vertical sync signal to green color signal pin.  
Wireless mouse  
Function to operate the mouse control of a computer with the supplied remote control.  
XGA resolution  
Resolution with 1,024 
ן
 768 pixels that uses the signal of an IBM/AT compatible (DOS/V) computer.  
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Index  
A
M
AC socket......................................................................... 13  
Adjuster ............................................................................ 22  
MENU button.................................................................... 26  
MOUSE button ................................................................. 25  
MOUSE port ..................................................................... 24  
ANALOG OUTPUT port ...................................................  
Aspect ratio ...................................................................... 36  
AUDIO INPUT terminal ....................................................  
Auto Power Off ................................................................. 42  
Auto Source ..................................................................... 43  
Auto sync adjustment ...................................................... 33  
AUTO SYNC button.......................................................... 33  
AV audio cable ................................................................. 15  
AV MUTE button ............................................................... 19  
AV Mute Disp ................................................................... 40  
9
O
9
ON/OFF button................................................................. 18  
On-screen display language ........................................... 30  
OSD Display..................................................................... 41  
P
PC audio cable ................................................................ 13  
PDF ..................................................................................  
8
Phase ............................................................................... 33  
Picture adjustments ......................................................... 31  
POWER button ................................................................. 18  
Power cord ....................................................................... 13  
POWER indicator ............................................................. 18  
PRJ Mode......................................................................... 44  
B
BACK button .................................................................... 27  
Background ..................................................................... 43  
C
Ceiling-mount................................................................... 22  
Ceiling
ם
Rear................................................................... 44  
Clock ................................................................................ 33  
Computer RGB cable....................................................... 14  
R
Rear projection................................................................. 22  
Remote control ................................................................. 25  
Remote control sensor ..................................................... 25  
Remote control signal transmitter indicator ..................... 10  
Remote control signal transmitting window ..................... 10  
RESIZE button.................................................................. 36  
RIGHT-CLICK button ........................................................ 25  
RS-232C port ................................................................... 17  
Cooling fan (Exhaust vent)...............................................  
9
D
Digital image magnification ............................................. 35  
DIN-D-sub RS-232C cable............................................... 17  
DVI-Analog to VGA adaptor ............................................. 14  
DVI-Analog to VGA cable ................................................ 14  
S
DVI-DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT 1 port ...............................  
9
SELECT/ADJUST buttons ................................................ 26  
Signal Info ........................................................................ 39  
Soft carrying pouch ......................................................... 49  
E
ENLARGE button ............................................................. 35  
ENTER button................................................................... 26  
Speaker............................................................................  
SVGA resolution ...............................................................  
S-video cable ................................................................... 15  
S-VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal............................................... 15  
9
5
F
Flip cover ......................................................................... 10  
FOCUS ring ......................................................................  
9
FREEZE button ................................................................. 34  
T
TEMPERATURE WARNING indicator ............................... 46  
G
GAMMA button ................................................................ 38  
GUI (Graphical User Interface)........................................ 26  
U
USB mouse control cable ................................................ 24  
H
V
HEIGHT ADJUST ............................................................. 22  
Video cable ...................................................................... 15  
VIDEO INPUT 3 terminal .................................................. 15  
VOLUME buttons ............................................................. 19  
I
INPUT button.................................................................... 19  
Intake vent........................................................................  
Intelligent compression technology .................................  
9
5
W
Wireless mouse ................................................................ 25  
K
X
Kensington Security Standard connector ........................ 48  
KEYSTONE buttons.......................................................... 23  
Keystone correction ......................................................... 23  
XGA resolution .................................................................  
5
Z
ZOOM knob ..................................................................... 19  
L
LAMP REPLACEMENT indicator ...................................... 46  
Lamp Timer ...................................................................... 39  
LEFT-CLICK button .......................................................... 25  
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For SHARP Assistance  
If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first refer to the Troubleshooting”  
section on page 48. If this operation manual does not answer your question, please contact the Service Department  
of your nearest SHARP Authorized Distributor.  
USA  
Sharp Electronics Corporation  
1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277)  
Canada  
Mexico  
Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.  
Sharp Customer Care Center  
(905) 568-7140 (Local) of 877-742-7722 (toll free)  
Sharp Electronics Corporation Mexico Branch  
Servicío al cliente llame:  
SHARP GENIAL  
Respuestas Inmediatas  
(525) 716-9000  
Germany  
Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH  
01805-234675  
U.K.  
Italy  
Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.  
0161-205-2333  
Sharp Electronics (Italy) S.P.A.  
(39) 02-89595-1  
(39) 02-89595-293 (Fax)  
Australia  
Sharp Corporation of Australia Pty.Ltd.  
02-9830-4600  
02-9672-1216 (Fax)  
New Zealand Sharp Corporation of New Zealand  
(09) 634-2059  
(09) 636-6972  
Singapore  
Malaysia  
Sharp-Roxy Sales (Singapore) Pte., Ltd.  
65-4294342  
Sharp-Roxy Sales & Service Co.  
(M) Sdn. Bhd.  
No: 1A, Persiaran Kuala Langat,  
Section 27, 40400 Shan Alam,  
Selangor Arul Ehsan, Malaysia  
(60) 3-5125678  
(60) 3-5154868 (Fax)  
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