Canon SX20 manual Determining the Output Resolution of the Computer, Windows XP, Macintosh OSX

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Determining the Output Resolution of the Computer

To make the most of the display performance of this projector, set output signal resolution of the computer to an optimum value. If the resolution set on the computer is low, the quality of the projected image is poor.

The procedure for adjusting the resolution is as follows:

Windows XP

1.Open the [Start] menu and select Control Panel.

2.In the Control Panel window, double-click the [Display] icon to display the Display Properties window.

3.Select the [Settings] tab and move the slider to select “1400 by 1050 pixels”. If this resolution is not available, select the highest resolution under 1400 by 1050.

4.Click the [OK] button.

Macintosh OSX

1.Open the Apple Menu and select [System Environment Setting].

2.In the System Environment Setting window, click the [Displays] icon to display the Display window.

3.Select the [Display] tab and select “1400 x 1050” from the [Resolution] list. If this setting is not available, select the highest resolution under 1400 x 1050.

4.Close the windows.

•Select a screen mode according to the aspect ratio corresponding to the selected resolution (4:3 for 1400 by 1050 dots). (P33)

•If the display resolution of the computer is set to SXGA (1280 by 1024 dots) or WXGA (1360 by 768 dots), select [True size] as the screen mode.

PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER

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Contents ’ M l Uses of this Projector Features of Multimedia Projector SX50Projector Maintenance Setting up the ProjectorTroubleshooting Be Sure to Read before UseSymbols Used in This Manual Symbols of ButtonsSupplied Manuals User’s Manual Quick Start GuideTable of Contents Safety Instructions Safety Precaution Safety Instructions Safety Instructions AC Power Cord Requirement Canadian Radio Interference Regulations Federal Communication Commission NoticeUse Caution When Carrying or Transporting the Projector Lamp Handling PrecautionsDo Not Use in the Following Environments Pay Attention to Hot Air from Exhaust VentBefore USE Supplied AccessoriesMain Unit of Projector Part NamesCOMPUTER-2 button P28 Remote ControlOK button P51 Installing Remote Control Batteries10 11 4 Top ControlInput Terminals on Main Unit Video in terminal P42 Service Port jackDetermining the Distance to the Screen Installing the ProjectorPlacing in Front of the Screen Determining the Installation PlacePlacing on a Level Place Lift the front of the projector Push the adjusting foot lock Adjusting the Projection AngleConnecting to Video Terminals Connecting the Projector to the ComputerMAC Adapter part No. LV-AD02 Projecting the Image from the Notebook Computer Connecting to Audio TerminalsWindows XP Determining the Output Resolution of the ComputerMacintosh OSX Insert the power plug Connecting the Power CordStarting Projection Turning On the Projector Unplug the Power Cord When the Projector is Not in UseSelect a video terminal of the computer Select a signal typeUsing the Auto PC Adjustment Function Adjusting the Image Size Adjusting the ImageAdjusting the Focus Select Keystone Adjustment Adjusting Keystone DistortionCorrect keystone distortion Press the OK buttonProjecting AN Image from the Computer Full screen Normal Selecting a Screen ModeWide Screen True size Press the Image button Selecting an Image Mode QualityTurning Off the Projector Ready mode Setting up the Power Management FunctionShutdown mode Blacking Out an Image Temporarily Making the Image Larger Making an Image Larger/ SmallerMaking the Image Smaller Moving the Image to the Desired PositionIndicating a Position with a Spotlight Showing the Elapsed TimeCanceling the Freeze function Muting the Sound Adjusting the VolumeFreezing the Picture Freezing an ImageConnecting the USB Cable Operating the Mouse Using the Remote ControlUsing the Left Button of the Mouse Using the Right Button of the MouseAbout the Component Cable Projecting AN Image from AV EquipmentTo Audio OUT Starting Projection Power indicator first blinks green and then turns lit green Select an AV terminal Play the AV equipment Auto Component input only Wide Screen VIDEO, S-VIDEO and Component input onlySymbols Indicating Item Categories Using MenusDisplay Setting Menu Image Adjustment MenuSelect the tab containing the item you want to set Press the Menu buttonMaking an Adjustment Using the Slide Bar Select the item you want to set Make a settingMaking a Setting in a Different Window Selecting from the MenuPerforming the Auto PC Adjustment Display Settings MenuAdjusting the Total Number of Dots Tracking Adjusting Horizontal Position Vertical Position Adjusting the Number Horizontal Pixels Vertical Pixels Selecting an Input Signal Type Confirm Input Signal Type Selecting an Input Signal Type Selecting a Screen ModeSelecting a Screen Mode Selecting a Menu Position Selecting a Logo Display Position Displaying a Logo no Show Displaying a Logo Projector on Image Adj. Menu Selecting an Image ModeAdjusting the Brightness Adjusting the Contrast Adjusting the Sharpness Making a Gamma Correction Adjusting the Color Level Adjusting the Color Balance Correcting the Screen Color Performing Progressive Processing Making Advanced Color AdjustmentResetting is canceled Reducing Resetting Lamp Brightness Image SettingsOutputting an Image to a Monitor System Settings MenuSelecting the Power Issuing a Beep Management Mode Prohibiting Registering a Projector Operation Password Setting up the Remote Control Setting a PasswordDisplay Language Selecting aResetting Lamp Counter Cleaning the Projector Body Cleaning the ProjectorWhen Not Used for an Extended Period of Time Cleaning the Air Filter Cleaning and Replacing the Air FilterProcedure for Replacing the Air Filter Replacing the Lamp About the Replacement LampInstall the lamp cover and tighten Procedure for Replacing the LampHandle, and remove the lamp ScrewFlash Pattern Meaning Countermeasure Understanding the Warning Lamp Flash PatternsNo power Symptoms and SolutionsNo image Out of focus No soundTop/bottom or left/right reversed Cannot project image from notebook computer Power turns offCannot operate the wireless mouse Cannot operate the remote controlAppendix Computer Signal Types50 σ 102 x 69 cm 46 σ 102 x Relationship between Screen Size and Projection DistanceItems in Menu Switching between Computer and AV EquipmentFactory defaults settings after resetting Analog RGB GlossaryNumber of pixels in each resolution Specifications RGB IN-2/COMPONENT IN/RGB OUT External ViewOptional Parts Installing the Lens CapCanon U.S.A., INC

SX20 specifications

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