Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable | Sharp XG-C50X

Connecting the Projector to Other Devices

Connecting the Projector to a Computer

Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable

1Connect the projector to the computer using the supplied RGB cable.

•Secure the connectors by tightening the thumbscrews.

2To input audio signal, connect the projector to the computer using the supplied computer audio cable.

Note

•See page 93 “Computer Compatibility Chart” for a list of computer signals com- patible with the projector. Use with com- puter signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions not to work.

•When connecting the projector to a com- puter in this way, select “RGB” for “Signal Type” in the “Picture” menu. See page 46.

•A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Con- tact your nearest Shar p Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.

•It may be necessary to switch the signal output to external output depending on the computer you are using. Refer to the com- puter operation manual for details.

RGB cable

Supplied accessories

Computer audio cable

Notebook computer

To RGB output terminal

To audio output terminal

1RGB cable

2Computer audio cable

Connecting the thumbscrew cables

■ Connect the thumbscrew cable making sure that it fits correctly into the terminal. Then, firmly secure the connectors by tightening the screws on both sides of the plug.

■ Do not remove the ferrite core attached to the RGB cable.

Ferrite core

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Sharp XG-C50X operation manual Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable, Ferrite core

Contents

XG-C50X Model No. XG-C50X Serial No Introduction Product Disposal Outstanding Features Color Management SystemNoise Reduction New Edge Up-Scaling Contents Appendix Cleaning AccessoriesPower Sources Power-Cord Protection Damage Requiring Service Replacement PartsSafety Check Wall or Ceiling Mounting Avoid locations with high or low temperature Using the projector in other countriesTemperature monitor function Rest your eyes occasionally To install Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM For other operating systems For other languagesFor Windows For Macintosh Part Names Projector Front and Top View Using the Kensington Lock Projector Rear View Part Names Remote Control Front ViewRemote Control Top View Using the Remote Control Available Range of the Remote ControlWhen using the remote control Inserting the Batteries Optional cables AccessoriesSupplied accessories Connections and Setup Connecting the Projector to Other Devices Before ConnectingThis projector can be connected to An audio cable commercially available See Connecting the Power Cord Connecting to a Computer Using the RGB Cable Ferrite core Plug and Play function when connecting to a 15-pin terminal Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cable Connecting to an Amplifier Connecting to an Amplifier or Other Audio Components Controlling the Projector by a Computer Connecting to a Monitor Watching Images on Both the Projector and a Monitor Button Using the Wireless Pre- sentation FunctionPress or while using presentation software on your computer Using as a Wired Remote Control Connecting the Remote Control to the Projector Setup Using the Adjustment Feet Out Zoom Adjusting the LensFocus ring Zoom knob Setting up the Screen Throw Distance Screen Size and Projection Distance Normal ModeStretch Mode AN-C12MZ Throw ratio 11.18 to Projecting a Reversed/Inverted Image Projection from behind the screen Basic Operation Basic Procedure Plug the power cord into the wall outletPress on the projector or on the remote control Image Projection Volume buttons Press , , or on the remote control to select the Input modePress or on the remote control to adjust the volume Selecting the On-screen Display Language Press to temporarily turn off the soundPress Press \ or to select Lan- guage Press or to select the de- sired language, and then press Press , , \ and to adjust the Keystone correction Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion Keystone CorrectionCorrecting Trapezoidal Distortion Keystone button Enter button Undo button Buttons Undo button Menu Bar Items Sub menu Input 3 / 4 Mode FAO VAO Menu Bar Main Menu Enter button Buttons Menu button Using the Menu ScreenMenu Selections Adjustments Press \ or to adjust the item selected Press \ or to select the menu you want to adjustPress or to select the item you want to adjust Enter button Buttons Menu button Menu Selections SettingsPress or to select the item you want to set Cursor shifts to the sub menu Selecting the Signal Type Adjusting the PictureAdjusting Image Preferences Progressive Mode Saving Adjustment Settings Adjusting Computer ImagesWhen Auto Sync is OFF Checking the Input Signal Selecting Adjustment SettingsSpecial Mode Settings Auto Sync Adjustment Auto Sync Display FunctionScreen display during Auto Sync Auto Sync button Easy to Use Functions Resize button Screen display of the picture display mode Selecting the Picture Display ModeSwitching the Picture Display Using Different Input Signals Video Freeze button Displaying a Still ImageStoring an Image Still Image Format Buttons Enlarge Enlarge/ Reduce buttons Enlarging a Specific Portion of an ImageDisplaying an Enlarged Portion of an Image Adjusting Gamma Correction Gamma Correction Function Press to move the inset pic- ture Displaying Dual Pictures Pict in PictDisplaying the Inset Picture Black Screen Function Blacking out the Pro- jected ImageTo return to the original projected image, press again This function can be used to display a black screen Displaying the Break Timer Displaying and Setting the Break TimerPress to cancel the break timer Buttons Break Timer button Selecting the Color Reproduction Mode Selecting the Target Color Setting the Hue of the Target Color Setting the Brightness of the Target ColorSetting the Chromatic Value of the Target Color Resetting User-Defined Color Settings Overview of All Color Settings Setting the Audio Output Type Setting on/off the Internal SpeakerSetting the Audio Out- put Type Setting on/off the Inter- nal Speaker Using Auto Search Auto Search Function Setting On-screen Display Video Digital Noise Reduction DNR SystemReducing Image Noise Turning Off On-screen Display Setting the Video System Setting the Video System Deleting the Captured Image Saving Projected ImagesCapturing the Image Setting a Background Image Selecting a Startup ImageSelecting a Background Image Selecting a Startup Image Monitor Out/RS-232C Off Function Selecting the Economy ModeSetting the Power Save Mode Automatic Power Off Function Selecting the Economy ModeDisplaying the Remaining Lamp Life Percentage Checking the Remaining Lamp Life Percentage Setting the Projection Mode Setting up the KeylockReversing/Inverting Projected Images Locking the Operation Buttons on the Projector Selecting the Transmis- sion Speed RS-232C Canceling the Keylock SettingSelecting the Transmission Speed RS-232C Setting up a Password Entering the Password Enter the new 4-digit password again in Reconfirm Changing the PasswordIf You Forget Your Password Setting the Anti-Theft Entering the Keycode Changing the Keycode Enter the same 4-digit keycode in Reconfirm Initializing the Settings Returning to Default Settings Displaying the Adjustment Settings Overview of All Menu Settings Appendix Maintenance Cleaning the projectorCleaning the lens Cleaning the exhaust and intake vents Cleaning and replacing the bottom air filter Turn off the power and discon- nect the power cordReplacing the Air Filter Remove the bottom filter cover Replace the filter cover Clean the air filterReplace the air filter About the lamp replacement indicator Maintenance IndicatorsAbout the temperature warning indicator Maintenance Indicators Replacing the Lamp Regarding the LampLamp Removing and Install- ing the Lamp Unit Press on the projector to turn off the powerDisconnect the power cord Change the air filter Resetting the Lamp Timer Connecting Pin Assignments RGB Input Component Input RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings CommandsPC control Communication conditions RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings Options Control Contents Wired Remote Control Terminal Specifications Specifications of wired remote control inputSharp remote control signal format Function and transmisson codes Computer Compatibility Chart Computer Troubleshooting Troubleshooting For Sharp Assistance Specifications Ntsc 3.58/NTSC 4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL 60/SECAM Dimensions Units inches mm Glossary Advanced intelligent compression Index 100 Stretch 101 Sharp Corporation