Sharp DT-500 User Manual

Printed in ChinaImprimé en ChineImpreso en ChinaImpresso na ChinaTINS-C227WJZZ06P03-CH-NGENGLISH FRANÇAISDT-500DT-500ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÊSOPERATION MANUAL

Introduction9 When turning off the projector, the cooling fanruns to decrease the internal temperature fora while. Unplug the power cord after the co

10AccessoriesRemote controlRRMCGA444WJSBTwo R-03 batteries (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4,HP-16 or similar)• Operation manualOptional accessories Lamp unit 3

Introduction113641294130305130152828, 5228, 524152Top ViewSTANDBY/ONbuttonFor turning thepower on andputting theprojector intostandby mode.Lamp indica

12Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topicis explained.Rear ViewPart Names and Functions (Continued)Remote contro

Introduction13324138382929284141484641363838Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topicis explained.STANDBY buttonFo

14• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent type.• Insert the batteries making sure the polari

Introduction15Remote control sensor (rear)Remotecontrol signaltransmittersRemote control23n (7 m)30°30°• The signal from the remote control can be ref

16Quick StartThis section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the video equipment).For details, see the page described below for each

Quick Start17Select the “INPUT 4” using the INPUT buttons on the projector or the INPUT 4 button on theremote control.5. Select the INPUT mode• When p

18Ceiling-mount Setup It is recommended that you use the optionalSharp ceiling-mount bracket for this installa-tion. Before mounting the projector, c

1ENGLISHBefore using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.IntroductionIMPORTANT• For your assistance in reporting the lossor the

Setup19300"200"100"80"60"261"×147"174"×98"87"×49"70"×39"52"×29"29'9&qu

20Setting up the Projector (Continued)Picture (Screen) Size and Projection Distance300 (762 cm)270 (686 cm)250 (635 cm)200 (508 cm)150 (381 cm)10

Setup21When using a normal screen (4:3) and projecting 16:9 image300 (762 cm)270 (686 cm)250 (635 cm)200 (508 cm)150 (381 cm)100 (254 cm)80 (20

22Samples of Cables for Connection•For more details of connection and cables, refer to the operation manual of the connecting equipment.• You may need

Connections23Connecting to Video EquipmentBefore connecting, ensure that the power cord of the projector is unplugged from the ACoutlet and turn off t

24To video output terminalWhen connecting to equipment with video output terminal (INPUT4)Video cable (commercially available)To INPUT4 terminalDVD, e

Connections25When connecting the component video equipment to the computer-RGB/component input terminal on the projector (INPUT5)DVD, etc.To component

26When connecting to equipment with HDMI output teminal (INPUT6)HDMI is a new specialized interface capable of delivering a video and audio signal tot

Connections27Connecting to a ComputerTo RGB output terminalRGB cable(commercially available)When connecting a computer, ensure that it is the last dev

28Turning the Projector On/OffRemove the lens cap and pressSSTANDBY/ON on the projector orbON on the remote control.• About the Lamp IndicatorThe lamp

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

BasicOperation29On-screen Display (confirmation message)12Turning the Power off (Puttingthe Projector into Standby Mode)Press SSTANDBY/ON on the pro-j

30The height of the projector can be ad-justed using the adjustment feet at thefront and rear of the projector.When the screen is above the projec-tor

BasicOperation313• Do not apply too much pressure on the pro-jector when the front adjustment foot comesout.• When lowering the projector, be careful

32Correcting TrapezoidalDistortionAdjustment buttons(P/R/O/Q)KEYSTONEbuttonWhen the image is projected either fromthe top or from the bottom towards t

BasicOperation33Selecting the Type ofCorrectionGEOMETRICADJUSTMENTFor correcting an image bydesignating the corner of theprojected image.(See page 34.

34Image Projection (Continued)R On-screen displayGEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENTGeometric AdjustmentAdjust upper left cornerGEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENTADJUSTNEXTRESETEN

BasicOperation352Press c KEYSTONE on the re-mote control repeatedly until “H &V KEYSTONE” is displayed.• When the “GEOMETRIC ADJUSTMENT”mode has b

36Image Projection (Continued)Resize ModeThis function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image. De-pending on the

BasicOperation37: Cutout area on which images cannot be projected.ComputerInput SignalSTRETCHOutput screen imageComputerImagetypeSIDE BAR1280K720Resol

38Operating with the Remote ControlFreezing a Moving ImagePress hFREEZE.• The projected image is frozen.Press hFREEZE again to returnto the moving ima

Introduction3UsefulFeatures41Using the Menu ScreenMenu Selections (Adjustments)Example: Adjusting “Bright”.• This operation can also be performed by u

UsefulFeatures39The following shows the items that can be set in the projector.The selectable items vary depending on the selected input, input signal

40“Fine Sync” menuClockPhase0000H-PosV-PosSpecial ModesCur. sig. freq : H 33.8 kHz / V 60 HzAuto SyncOn1080IFine Sync INPUT 5SEL./ADJ.RETURNENTERENDRe

UsefulFeatures41Using the Menu ScreenMenu Selections (Adjustments)Example: Adjusting “Bright”.• This operation can also be performed by using the butt

42Using the Menu Screen (Continued)Press P or R to select the item toadjust.• The selected item is highlighted.3Picture INPUT 1Picture ModeContrast 00

UsefulFeatures43Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu)StandardNaturalDynamicMovie1Movie2MemoryPicture INPUT 1Picture ModeContrast 0000BrightColorTint00Sh

44Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) (Continued)33333 Adjusting the ColorTemperature• Values on “CLR Temp” are only for generalstandard purposes.Note

UsefulFeatures4566666 Reducing Image Noise(DNR)Menu operation n Page 41Video digital noise reduction (DNR) provides highquality images with minimal do

4633333 Auto Sync (Auto SyncAdjustment)• Auto Sync adjustment is also performed bypressing f AUTO SYNC on the remote con-trol.• The Auto Sync adjustme

UsefulFeatures47Using the “Options” MenuImage ShiftOverscan HOverscan V00Subtitle00OSD DisplayOnOptions 1 INPUT 1h0Lamp Timer(Life) 100%Video SystemAu

48Menu operation n Page 4166666 Signal Type SettingUsing the “Options” Menu (Continued)This function allows you to select the input sig-nal type (RGB

4ContentsPreparingIntroductionHow to Read this Operation Manual ... 3Contents ... 4IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .

UsefulFeatures49Options 2 INPUT 1STANDBY ModeEcoFan ModeNormalRS-232C9600 bpsPRJ ModeFrontAll ResetLanguageEnglish654321Menu operation n Page 41Settin

50Using the “Options” Menu (Continued)22222Selecting the TransmissionSpeed (RS-232C)44444 Fan Mode SettingThis function changes the fan rotation speed

Appendix51Cleaning the lens Use a commercially available blower or lenscleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)for cleaning the lens. Do not us

52Maintenance IndicatorsAbout the lamp indicator When the remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, (yellow) and “Change The Lamp” will bedisplayed o

Appendix53• If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters standby mode, follow thepossible solutions above and then wait

54Regarding the LampLamp It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes5% or less, or when you no

Appendix55Removing and Installing theLamp Unit• Make sure that you remove the lamp unit bythe handle. Do not touch the glass surface ofthe lamp unit o

56Regarding the Lamp (Continued)Remove the lamp unit.• Loosen the securing screws from thelamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by thehandle and pull it in th

Appendix57Connecting Pin AssignmentsCOMPUTER-RGB InputCOMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT INPUT5 Terminal: 15-pin Mini D-sub female connector1. Video input (red)2.

58DTV• When this projector receives 640K350 VESA format VGA signals, “640K400” appears on the screen.ComputerComputer Compatibility Chart• Multiple si

Introduction5ReferenceAppendixMaintenance ... 51Maintenance Indicators ... 52Regarding the Lamp

Appendix59TroubleshootingPicure does not appearor projector does notstart.No picture appears (orpicture is dark).Color is faded or poor.Picture is blu

60ProblemPicture is too bright andwhitish.The black levels of theimage show banding orappear faded whenINPUT 6 is selected.The cooling fan becomesnois

Appendix61SpecificationsProjectorDT-500NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL-60/SECAM/DTV480I/DTV480P/DTV540P/DTV576I/DTV576P/DTV720P/DTV1035I/DTV1080

62DimensionsUnits: inches (mm)12 13/32 (315)3 1/16 (77.5)2 19/32(65.5)1 53/64(46.2)3 5/32 (80)1 55/64 (47)2 7/8 (73)2 61/64(75)1 11/32 (33.8)4 19/64 (

Appendix63AC socket ...28Accessories ... 10Adjustm

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61. Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions shouldbe read before the product is operated.2. Retain InstructionsThe safety and opera

Introduction715. OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, orintegral convenience receptacles as this canresult in a risk of fire or e

8Observe the following safeguards when setting up yourprojector.Caution concerning the lamp unit Potential hazard of glass par-ticles if lamp rupture