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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
SAFEGUARDS” carefully before use.

All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.

The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.

All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

• Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.

• 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.

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Do not use this product near water–for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

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 manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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.

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
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.

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.

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.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:

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.

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.

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 situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• 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).

• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents

are unobstructed to prevent the buildup of heat inside
the product. Allow at least 7 

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 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.

• Do not place any liquids on top of the product.
• Do not look into the lens while the product is on.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Small and lightweight design (3.5 lbs/1.6 kg, 2.0 liter) enhances projector portability.

ⴒ MANUAL ZOOM/FOCUS

Adjusts image size without relocating the projector.

Multi-color interface lets you select functions easily.

Automatically makes any necessary adjustments for perfectly synced computer images.

⳯ 768) and compatibility with SXGA using intelligent compression

⳯ 600) and compatibility with SXGA and XGA using intelligent compression

Signals remain digital from the source device to the projector resulting in sharper, clearer, noiseless and adjustment-
free computer images.

Presenters can simultaneously view their presentation on a LCD or CRT display while the image is being projected to
an audience.

Digitally adjusts image projected at an angle to maintain overall image quality
and brightness.

Allows you to operate the projector and your computer mouse.

Ensures perfect color rendering.

Supplied Accessories …………………………… 12
Connecting the Projector

Basic Operations ………………………………… 18
Setting up the Screen …………………………… 20
Operating the Wireless Mouse from the

Adjusting the Picture …………………………… 31
Selecting the Color Temperature

Freeze Function …………………………………… 34
Digital Image Magnification

Selecting the Picture Display Mode …………… 36
Gamma Correction

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

Replacing the Projection Lamp ………………… 47
Using the Kensington Lock

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
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