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Maintenance &
Tr
oubleshooting
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.
to fully cool before removing the lamp cage.
4
6
Remove the lamp
cage.
cage.
5
Insert the new lamp cage.
1
3
Turn off the power.
2
Disconnect the power
cord.
cord.
Unplug the power cord from the
AC socket.
AC socket.
Remove the lamp cage
cover.
cover.
Attach the lamp cage
cover.
cover.
Slide the lamp cage cover in the
direction of the arrow. Then
tighten the user service screws.
direction of the arrow. Then
tighten the user service screws.
Loosen the securing screws on
the lamp cage. Hold the lamp
cage by the handle and pull it
towards you.
the lamp cage. Hold the lamp
cage by the handle and pull it
towards you.
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.
loosen the user service screws
that secure the lamp cage cover.
Then lift open the cover in the
direction of the arrow.
Press ON/OFF on the projector
or POWER on the remote
control. Wait until the cooling
fan stops.
or POWER on the remote
control. Wait until the cooling
fan stops.
Press the lamp cage firmly into
the lamp cage compartment.
Fasten the securing screws.
the lamp cage compartment.
Fasten the securing screws.
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.
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).
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.
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Maintenance &
Tr
oubleshooting
Replacing the Projection Lamp
1
Connect the power
cord.
cord.
Reset the lamp timer.
1 Press KEYSTONE (+) and
KEYSTONE (–) simultaneously and
ON/OFF at the same time.
ON/OFF at the same time.
Plug the power cord into the AC
socket of the projector.
socket of the projector.
Resetting the lamp timer
“LAMP 0000H” is
displayed, indicating that
the lamp timer is reset.
displayed, indicating that
the lamp timer is reset.
2
• 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.
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
Standard connector
Check
• 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 13–17.)
• Remote control batteries have run down. (See page 10.)
• The lamp cage cover is not securely installed (See page 47.).
• Selected input is wrong. (See page 19.)
• Cables incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. (See pages 13–17.)
• Remote control batteries have run down. (See page 10.)
• The lamp cage cover is not securely installed (See page 47.).
• Cables incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. (See pages 13–17.)
• “Contrast” and “Bright” adjustments are set to minimum position. (See page 31.)
• “Contrast” and “Bright” adjustments are set to minimum position. (See page 31.)
• “Color” and “Tint” adjustments 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 20–21.)
• Projection distance is too long or too short to allow for proper focus. (See pages 20–21.)
• Cables incorrectly connected to the rear panel of the projector. (See pages 13–17.)
• Volume is set to minimum. (See page 19.)
• Volume is set to minimum. (See page 19.)
• If the picture is normal, the sound is due to cabinet shrinkage caused by temperature changes.
This will not affect operation or performance.
• Refer to “Lamp/Maintenance Indicators” on page 46.
• Adjust the “Phase” setting. (See page 33.)
• The lamp cage cover is not securely installed (See page 47.).
Problem
No picture and no sound.
Sound is heard but no picture
appears.
appears.
Color is faded or poor.
Picture is blurred.
Picture appears but no sound is
heard.
heard.
An unusual sound is occasionally
heard from the cabinet.
heard from the cabinet.
Maintenance indicator illuminates.
Picture noise appears.
Lamp does not light.
Troubleshooting
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Appendix
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
• 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
• 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.
Install as shown in image on the right.
When removing the lens cap, pull off
by pressing the two convex areas.
by pressing the two convex areas.
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Appendix
Pin No.
Name
1
T.M.D.S. Data 2
2
T.M.D.S. Data 2
3
T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield
4
T.M.D.S. Data 4
*
2
5
T.M.D.S. Data 4
*
2
6
DDC Clock
7
DDC Data
8
Vertical Sync
9
T.M.D.S. Data 1
10
T.M.D.S. Data 1
11
T.M.D.S. Data 1/3 Shield
12
T.M.D.S. Data 3
*
2
13
T.M.D.S. Data 3
*
2
14
5 V Power
15
Ground*
1
16
Hot Plug Detect
17
T.M.D.S. Data 0
18
T.M.D.S. Data 0
19
T.M.D.S. Data 0/5 Shield
20
T.M.D.S. Data 5
*
2
21
T.M.D.S. Data 5
*
2
22
T.M.D.S. Clock Shield
23
T.M.D.S. Clock
24
T.M.D.S. Clock
C1
Analog input Red
C2
Analog input Green
C3
Analog input Blue
C4
Horizontal Sync
C5
Ground
Connection Pin Assignments
DVI INPUT 1 Port: 29-pin
Pin No.
Name
1
Not connected
2
Not connected
3
Not connected
4
Not connected
5
Not connected
6
DDC Clock
7
DDC Data
8
Vertical Sync
9
Not connected
10
Not connected
11
Not connected
12
Not connected
13
Not connected
14
5 V Power
15
Ground
16
Not connected
17
Not connected
18
Not connected
19
Not connected
20
Not connected
21
Not connected
22
Not connected
23
Not connected
24
Not connected
C1
Analog input Red
C2
Analog input Green
C3
Analog input Blue
C4
Horizontal sync
C5
Ground
RGB input
C4 C3
C2 C1
24
17
8
16
1
9
C5
• *
1
Return for
5 V, Hsync. and Vsync.
• *
2
These pins are not used on this equipment.
COMPONENT input
Pin No.
Name
1
Not connected
2
Not connected
3
Not connected
4
Not connected
5
Not connected
6
Not connected
7
Not connected
8
Not connected
9
Not connected
10
Not connected
11
Not connected
12
Not connected
13
Not connected
14
Not connected
15
Ground
16
Not connected
17
Not connected
18
Not connected
19
Not connected
20
Not connected
21
Not connected
22
Not connected
23
Not connected
24
Not connected
C1
Analog input Pr
C2
Analog input Y
C3
Analog input Pb
C4
Not connected
C5
Ground
DVI input
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