Sharp AN-CM250 Specifications

SHARP CORPORATIONPrinted in JapanImprimé au JaponImpreso en JapónImpresso no JapãoTINS-A970WJZZXV-Z12000OPERATION MANUALMODE D’EMPLOIMANUAL DE OPERACI

Introduction-9In this page, connection of the projector and the video equipment is explained as an examplefor the procedure from setup to projection.

-1043434329282842623534787827Adjustment buttons(", ', \, |)For selecting menu items.ENTER buttonFor setting items selected or adjusted on th

Introduction-113211PUSH!316Remote control sensor1318Kensington Security Standard connectorINPUT 2 terminalsTerminals for component and RGB signals.19I

-12Remote Control (Front View)Part Names38KEYSTONE buttonFor adjusting Keystone Correction or Vertical Size setting.26WIRED R/C JACKFor controlling th

Introduction-1345˚30˚30˚45˚30˚23'(7 m)Using the Remote Control The remote control can be used to control the projectorwithin the ranges shown in

-14AccessoriesRemote controlRRMCGA216WJSATwo “AA” size batteriesPower cordCACCDA024DE013 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (9'10'' (3.0 m)) AN-

Connections and SetupConnections and SetupXV_Z12000_E_US_p15_26.p65 03.9.26, 6:36 PM15

-16Connecting the Projector to Other DevicesBefore ConnectingNote• Before connecting, be sure to unplug the power cord of the projector from the AC ou

Connections and Setup-17Connecting to Video EquipmentS-video cable (commercially available)*Use when connecting to videoequipment with S-video outputt

Component cable(commercially available)DVD player orDTV* decoderConnecting toComponent VideoEquipment Using aComponent Cable(INPUT 1 or 2)Use a compon

Introduction-1Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration

Connections and Setup-19To analog RGBoutput terminal5 RCA RGB cable(Commercially available)DVD player orDTV* decoderConnecting to RGB VideoEquipment U

-20Connecting to Compo-nent Video EquipmentUsing a 3 RCA to 15-pinD-sub Cable and theDVI to 15-pin D-subAdaptor (INPUT 5)Use a 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub c

Connections and Setup-21Connecting to VideoEquipment with theHDMI Output TerminalUsing a DVI to HDMICable (INPUT 5)Use a DVI to HDMI cable when connec

-22Connecting the Projector to a ComputerOptionalaccessoryDVI to 15-pin D-sub adaptorType: AN-A1DV (7.9" (20 cm))Connecting to a ComputerUsing th

Connections and Setup-23OptionalaccessoryDVI cableType: AN-C3DV(9'10'' (3.0 m))Desktop computerTo DVI Digital output terminalDVI cable(

-24Connecting the thumbscrew cables Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that it fits cor-rectly into the terminal. Then, firmly secure the conne

Connections and Setup-25Controlling theProjector Using anRS-232C CableWhen the RS-232C terminal on the projectoris connected to a computer with an RS-

Connecting the Projector to Other DevicesUsing as a Wired Remote ControlConnecting the RemoteControl to the ProjectorWhen the remote control cannot be

Connections and Setup-27SetupFoot releasesAdjustment feetUsing the AdjustmentFeetThe height of the projector can be adjustedusing the adjustment feet

Zoom knobFocus ringAdjusting the LensThe image is focused and adjusted to thedesired size using the focus ring or zoomknob on the projector.1 The focu

-2WARNING:The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters the standby mode.During normal operation,

Connections and Setup-29Lens shift dialDownUpUsing the Lens ShiftThe height of the projected image can be ad-justed within the shift range of the lens

-3090°90°Example of Standard SetupSetting up the ScreenPosition the projector perpendicular to the screen with all feet flat and level to achieve an o

Connections and Setup-31Screen Size and Projection DistanceWhen using a widescreen (16:9)In case of displaying the16:9 picture on the wholeof the 16:9

-32Projection from behind the screen Place a translucent screen between the projector and the au-dience. Reverse the image by setting “Rear” for “PR

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Image ProjectionBasic ProcedureConnect the required external equipment tothe projector before operating the followingprocedures.Info•The language pres

Basic Operation-353 Press , , , or on the remote control or onthe projector to select the IN-PUT mode.•After pressing once on the projector,u

Image ProjectionSelecting the On-screenDisplay Language• The on-screen display language of theprojector can be set to English, German,Spanish, Dutch,

Basic Operation-37MENUbutton", ', \, |buttonsSTANDBYbuttonENTER buttonTurning the Power off1 Press on the remote controloron the projector,

*Keystone Correction and Vertical Size AdjustmentCorrecting TrapezoidalDistortion and Adjust-ing the Vertical Size ofthe PictureThis function allows f

Introduction-3ContentsIntroductionContents... 3IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...

Basic Operation-39Vertical Size AdjustmentThe image aspect ratio may change when the lens shift function is used in combination with the Keystone Corr

-40Menu Bar ItemsThis list shows the items that can be set in the projector. INPUT 1 / 2 / 5 Mode*In INPUT 5, the items in “Signal Type” are “D. PC R

Basic Operation-41 INPUT 3 / 4 ModeEnglishDeutschEspañolNederlandsFrançaisItalianoSvenskaPortuguêsPage 74+30–30+30–30+30–30+30–30+30–30110005000Main

This projector has two sets of menu screens that allow you to adjust the image and variousprojector settings.You can operate the menus from the projec

Basic Operation-432 Press \\\\\ or ||||| to select themenu you want to adjust.Note• For details on the menus, see thetree charts on pages 40 and 41.3

▼ Menu screenMenu Selections(Settings)1 Press .• The menu screen is displayed.Note• The “Picture” menu screen for theselected input mode is displayed

Basic Operation-454 Press |||||.• The cursor shifts to the sub menu.5 Press """"" or ''''' to select

Adjusting the PictureYou can adjust the projector’s picture to your preferences with the following picture settings.-46Selecting the PicturePositionTh

Basic Operation-47Adjusting Image Prefer-encesAdjust the “Picture” menu on themenu screen.➝For operating the menu screen, seepages 42 to 45.Note• Pict

-48Selecting the C.M.S.PositionThis function allows you to select the desiredcolor reproduction mode.Select “C.M.S. Position” in the “Picture”menu on

-4Easy to Use FunctionsSelecting the Picture Display Mode ... 62Switchable High Brightness/HighContrast Mode ...

Basic Operation-49IP ModeThis function allows you to select the progres-sive display of a video signal. The progres-sive display projects a smoother v

-50-50Adjusting the PictureEmphasizing theContrastThis function emphasizes the bright portionsof images to obtain a higher contrast image.Select “Whit

Basic Operation-51Emphasizing Outlinesin the Image (DFC)This function allows you to select features foroutlines in the image.Select “DFC” in the “Spec

Adjusting the GammaUse this function to select the gamma position and adjust the gamma curve for finer imageadjustment.Selecting the GammaPositionSele

Basic Operation-53Selected Item Description\ button||||| buttonR-Gamma(Red Gamma)G-Gamma(Green Gamma)B-Gamma(Blue Gamma)R-Gain(Red Gain)G-Gain(Green G

Color Management System (C. M. S.)This function allows you to individually adjust the display characteristics of six colors (R:Red, Y: Yellow, G: Gree

Basic Operation-55Setting the Brightnessof the Target ColorSelect “Lightness” in the “C.M.S.”menu on the menu screen.➝For operating the menu screen, s

Color Management System (C.M.S.)Resetting User-DefinedColor SettingsSelect “Reset (This Color)” or “Reset(All Colors)” in the “C.M.S.” menu onthe menu

Basic Operation-57Adjusting Computer ImagesUse the Fine Sync function in case of irregularities such as vertical stripes or flickering inportions of t

Selecting Adjustment SettingsAdjustment settings stored in the projectorcan be easily accessed.Select “Select Setting” in the “FineSync” menu on the m

Introduction-51. Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should be readbefore the product is operated.2. Retain InstructionsThe saf

Basic Operation-59Checking the Input SignalThis function allows you to check the currentinput signal information.Select “Signal Info” in the “Fine Syn

Auto Sync DisplayFunctionUsed to set the screen displayed during AutoSync.Select “Auto Sync Disp” in the “FineSync” menu on the menu screen.➝For opera

Easy to Use FunctionsEasy to Use FunctionsXV_Z12000_E_US_p61_65.p65 03.9.24, 2:04 PM61

-62Selecting the Picture Display ModeSwitching the PictureDisplay Using DifferentInput SignalsPress .• Each time is pressed, the displaychanges as

Easy to Use Functions-63VIDEO• Select “DOT BY DOT” during 720P input when viewing 720P output from a computer.• 720P switches between “STRETCH” and “D

-64COMPUTER960 ⳯ 720 800 ⳯ 600 SVGA (800 ⳯ 600)NORMAL DOT BY DOTFor 4:3 aspect ratioFor without 4:3 aspect ratio960 ⳯ 720 1024 ⳯ 720XGA (1024 ⳯ 768)96

Easy to Use Functions-65Switching HIGHBRIGHTNESS MODE/HIGH CONTRAST MODEPress on the remote control toselect the desired mode.The modeis switched in

Digital Shift FunctionFor easier viewing, this function shifts the entire image projected on the screen up or down whenprojecting 16:9 images from DVD

Easy to Use Functions-67Confirming the LampUsage TimeThis function allows you to check the lampusage time.Select “Options” menu to see the lampusage t

This function allows you to turn on or off the on-screen messages. When setting “ Level A”or “ Level B” in “OSD Display”, the input mode display (e.

-618. Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and referservicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions

Easy to Use Functions-69For INPUT 5Set when RGB signals arereceived from video equip-ment.Set when analog componentsignals are received fromvideo equi

Setting the Video SystemSetting the VideoSystemSelect “Video System” in the “Options”menu on the menu screen.➝For operating the menu screen, seepages

Easy to Use Functions-71Selecting the Economy ModeThese functions allow you to reduce the power consumption of the projector.Setting the Power SaveSel

Selecting the Economy ModeSelecting the Transmission Speed (RS-232C)This menu allows you to adjust the transmission speed of the RS-232C connection by

Easy to Use Functions-73Reversing/Inverting Projected ImagesThis projector is equipped with a reverse/invert image function that allows you to reverse

This function can be used to display all the adjusted settings as a list on the screen.Displaying the Adjustment SettingsOverview of All MenuSettingsS

AppendixAppendixXV_Z12000_E_US_p75_88.p65 03.9.26, 6:38 PM75

-76Cleaning the lens Use a commercially available blower or lenscleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)for cleaning the lens. Do not use any l

Appendix-77Cleaning the Ventilative HolesSTANDBYbuttonSTANDBYbuttonCleaner hoseCleanerhoseVentilativeholesVentilativeholes• This projector is equipped

-78Maintenance Indicators The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector. If a problem occurs, either the temperature wa

Introduction-7Be sure to read the following safeguards when setting upyour projector.Caution concerning the lamp unit Potential hazard of glass parti

Appendix-79Info• If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters the standby mode, follow the pos-sible solutions on the pr

-80Lamp It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced after approximately 1,900 cumulativehours of use or when you notice a significa

Appendix-81LampunitBQC-XVZ100005Removing and Install-ing the Lamp UnitInfo• Be sure to remove the lamp unit by thehandle. Be sure not to touch the gla

-82User service screws124 Remove the lamp unit.• Loosen the securing screws from thelamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by thehandle and pull it in the dire

Appendix-83Connecting Pin AssignmentsRS-232C Port: 9-pin D-sub male connectorPin No. Signal Name I/O Reference1 Not connected2 RD Receive Data Input C

-84PC controlA computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C cable (null modem, cross type,commercially available) to the pro

Appendix-85CONTROL CONTENTSCOMMANDPARAMETERRETURN CONTROL CONTENTSCOMMANDPARAMETERRETURNRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

-86Note• If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space. If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a valuein the range indicated in bracke

Appendix-87Specifications of wired remote control input• ø3.5 mm minijack• External: GND• Internal: +3.3VFunction and transmission codesWired remote c

-88Computer Compatibility ChartNote• This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should t

-8PDF operation manuals in several languages for the “SharpVision Manager” theater projec-tor software provided are included in the CD-ROM. To utiliz

Appendix-89TroubleshootingCheck Page• Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. 16• Power to the external connected devices is off. –•

-90CheckProblem PageTroubleshootingFor SHARP Assistance (U.S.A only)If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first r

Appendix-91SpecificationsProjectorXV-Z12000NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL 60/SECAMDTV480I/DTV480P/DTV720P/DTV1080IDLP chip, RGB optical shutt

-92Dimensions18 11/16 (475)7 (178)15 49/50 (406)Side View Side ViewTop ViewRear ViewFront ViewBottom ViewUnits: inches (mm)XV_Z12000_E_US_p89_96.p65 0

Appendix-93GlossaryAdvanced intelligent compressionHigh quality resizing of lower and higher resolu-tion images to fit the projector’s native resoluti

-942D Progressive ... 493D Progressive ... 49AC sock

Appendix-95CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTYSHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product

-96LIMITED WARRANTYConsumer Electronics ProductsCongratulations on your purchase!Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives t