Sharp DT-400, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... packed with the projector 1 WARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts service and labor warranty applicable to your purchase 2 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection modification or recall that SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act PLEASE READ CAREFULL...

Page 2: ...tin lead solder and a pressurised lamp containing a small amount of mercury Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or if you are located in the United States of America the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org Declaration of Conformity SHARP PROJECTOR MODEL DT 400 This devic...

Page 3: ...it has some inactive pixels within acceptable tolerances which may result in inactive dots on the picture screen This will not affect the picture quality or the life expectancy of the unit DLPTM Digital Light Processing and DMDTM Digital Micromirror Device are trademarks of Texas Instru ments Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or o...

Page 4: ...usting the Image 42 Adjusting the Color Temperature 42 Gamma Correction Function 43 Emphasising the Contrast 43 Picture Mode Function 44 Switching the High Brightness High Contrast Mode 44 Computer Image Adjustment Fine Sync menu 45 Adjusting the Computer Image 45 Special Modes Setting 45 Auto Sync Adjustment 46 Checking the Input Signal 46 Using the Options Menu 47 Checking the Lamp Life Status 4...

Page 5: ...est Sharp Authorized Service Center or Dealer Lens cap attached PCAPHA021WJSA Supplied accessories Optional accessories Operation manual TINS B532WJZZ Marks Used in This Operation Manual Info Indicates safeguards when using the projector Note Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the projector In this operation manual the illustration and the screen display are simplified f...

Page 6: ...attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product 14 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 15 Overloading Do...

Page 7: ... Placement should be within 12 degrees of horizontal Warning about placing the projector in a high position When placing the projector in a high posi tion ensure to secure it carefully to avoid personal injury caused by the projector fall ing down Do not subject the projector to hard im pact and or vibration Take care with the lens so as not to hit or damage the surface of the lens Rest your eyes ...

Page 8: ...how to make the connections Using the projector in other countries The power supply voltage and the shape of the plug may vary depending on the region or country you are using the projector in When using the projector overseas ensure to use an appropriate power cord for the coun try you are in Temperature monitor function If the projector starts to overheat due to setup problems or blockage of the...

Page 9: ...ent and setting screens 39 ENTER button Set items selected or adjusted on the menu 34 UNDO button Undo an operation or returning to the previous display 29 STANDBY button Put the projector into standby mode 34 RESIZE button Switch the picture display STRETCH SIDE BAR etc 28 ON button Turn the power on Projector Part Names and Functions Attaching the lens cap Push the lens cap on until it clicks in...

Page 10: ...arning indicator Off Normal Red on The internal temperature is abnormally high See page 54 Lamp indicator Green on Normal Green blinks The lamp is warming up or shutting down Red on The lamp has been shut down abnormally or needs to be changed See page 54 Part Names and Functions DT400_E_P06_15 p65 04 10 18 1 14 PM 10 ...

Page 11: ...ty Standard connector 31 53 7 Rear adjustment feet Intake vent Exhaust vent The speed and pitch of the cooling fan may change during operation in response to internal temperature changes This is normal operation and does not indicate a malfunction 53 7 21 INPUT 2 terminal Component signals Digital input type switch 22 INPUT 5 DIGITAL terminal 21 22 23 23 25 26 25 26 INPUT 1 terminal Component sign...

Page 12: ...ion mode 39 ENTER button Set items selected or adjusted on the menu 34 UNDO button Undo an operation or returning to the previous display 29 INPUT 1 button 29 INPUT 2 button 29 INPUT 4 button 46 AUTO SYNC button Automatically adjust images when connected to a computer 48 RGB COMP button Switch the signal type RGB or Component 34 IRIS button Switch HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE or HIGH CONTRAST MODE Numbers...

Page 13: ...they have run out as leaving them in can cause them to leak Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin therefore ensure to first wipe them and then remove them using a cloth The batteries included with this projector may run down in a short period depending on how they are kept Ensure to replace them as soon as possible with new batteries Usable Range The remote control can be used to ...

Page 14: ...ctor This section shows the basic operation For details see the page described below for each step Setup and Projection Connection of the projector and the video equipment with an S video terminal is explained as an example below 2 Connect the projector to the video equipment and plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector 3 Remove the lens cap and turn the projector on Connect the aud...

Page 15: ...rol On the projector 1 Press 2 Adjust the focus by pressing or 2 Adjust the projected image size by adjusting zoom On the remote control On the projector 1 Press 2 Adjust the zoom by pressing or 1 Press 2 Adjust the zoom by pressing or 1 Press 2 Adjust the focus by pressing or 8 Turn the Power off Press the STANDBY button then press that button again while the confirmation message is displayed to ...

Page 16: ...ult Close the curtains and dim the lights when setting up the projector in a sunny or bright room Standard Setup Front Projection Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size See page 17 Setting Up the Projector Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance See Screen Size and Projection Distance on page 17 for details Example...

Page 17: ...iag inches L Projection distance ft m L1 Minimum projection distance ft m L2 Maximum projection distance ft m H Distance from the bottom of the image to the lens center in cm Distance from the bottom of the image to the lens center H When using a wide screen 16 9 In case of displaying the 16 9 picture on the whole of the 16 9 screen When using a normal screen 4 3 In case of setting the 16 9 pictur...

Page 18: ...n using a mirror ensure to carefully position both the projector and the mirror so the light does not shine into the eyes of the audience Ceiling mount Setup It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling mount bracket for this installation Before mounting the projector contact your nearest Sharp Au thorized Service Center or Dealer to obtain the recommended ceiling mount bracket commer...

Page 19: ...ecting the computer See pages 25 26 INPUT 3 terminal Connecting video equipment with S video output terminal VCR DVD player etc See page 24 INPUT 1 2 terminal Connecting video equipment with component output terminal DVD player DTV decoder DVD recorder with hard disc etc See page 21 INPUT 4 terminal Connecting video equipment without S video output terminal See page 24 Connections DT400_E_P19_26 p...

Page 20: ...le Cable Component cable commercially available Dedicated cable attached to the connected equipment DVI cable sold separately AN C3DV Video cable commercially available Dedicated cable attached to the connected equipment S video cable commercially available Dedicated cable attached to the connected equipment Samples of Cables for Connection For more details of connection and cables refer to the op...

Page 21: ...on the projector and then the other devices Ensure to read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected before making connections When connecting the component video equipment to the component input terminal on the projector INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 Component cable commercially available INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 terminal Analog component output terminal DVD Player etc 1 2 DT400_E_P19_26 p65 04 10 18 1...

Page 22: ...l Type on the OSD menu or press on the remote control See page 48 When connecting the component video equipment to the DVI input terminal on the projector INPUT 5 Before connecting the cable switch the digital input type switch to VIDEO Note For this connection select Component for Signal Type on the OSD menu or press on the remote control See page 48 INPUT 5 terminal DVI to 15 pin D sub adaptor s...

Page 23: ...Player etc 2 3 1 Note Select DIGITAL mode when connecting to video equipment with the digital output terminal See page 29 When connecting the video equipment with DVI output terminal DIGITAL INPUT Before connecting the cable switch the digital input type switch to VIDEO DT400_E_P19_26 p65 04 10 18 1 17 PM 23 ...

Page 24: ...t with video output terminal INPUT 4 S video cable commercially available S video output terminal INPUT 3 terminal DVD Player etc 2 1 INPUT 4 terminal Video output terminal Composite video cable commercially available DVD Player etc 1 2 Connecting to Video Equipment DT400_E_P19_26 p65 04 10 18 1 17 PM 24 ...

Page 25: ...ions not to work When connecting the projector to a computer in this way select RGB for Signal Type on the OSD menu or press on the remote control See page 48 A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers Contact your nearest Sharp Autho rized Service Center or Dealer Depending on the computer you are using an image may not be projected unless the signal output setting ...

Page 26: ...ted After making all connections turn on the projector and then the computer Plug and Play function This projector is compatible with VESA standard DDC 1 DDC 2B The projector and a VESA DDC com patible computer will communicate their setting requirements allowing for quick and easy setup Before using the Plug and Play function ensure to turn on the projector first and the connected computer last N...

Page 27: ...wn abnormally or the lamp should be replaced When switching on the projector a slight flicker ing of the image may be experienced within the first minute after the lamp has been illuminated This is normal operation as the lamp s control circuitry is stabilising the lamp output charac teristics This does not indicate malfunction If the projector is put into standby mode and immediately turned on ag...

Page 28: ...e due to rise in internal temperature as the cooling fan also stops Turning the Power Off Put ting the Projector into Standby Mode 1 Press on the projector or on the remote control then press that button again while the confir mation message is displayed to put the projector into standby mode On screen Display 2 Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet after the cooling fan stops Turning the Proje...

Page 29: ...from equipment connected to INPUT 1 terminals Used for projecting images from equipment connected to INPUT 2 terminal Used for projecting images from equipment connected to INPUT 3 terminal Used for projecting images from equipment connected to INPUT 4 terminal Used for projecting images from equipment connected to INPUT 5 terminal Used for projecting images from equipment with DVI or RGB output t...

Page 30: ... 2 Press or on the remote con trol to adjust the focus Note You can also adjust the focus by using and or on the projector Adjusting the Projected Image Size 1 Press on the remote control 2 Press or on the remote con trol to adjust the zoom Note You can also adjust the zoom by using and or on the projector DT400_E_P27_35 p65 04 10 18 1 18 PM 30 ...

Page 31: ...t to slide In this case pull the pro jector back slightly and adjust its height 2 Remove your hands from the HEIGHT ADJUST button of the projector after its height has been finely adjusted 3 Finely adjust the height and in clination by turning the rear ad justment feet Note When adjusting the projected image position trapezoidal distortion occurs In this case see Keystone Correction on page 32 Inf...

Page 32: ...d Keystone Correction 1 Press on the remote control to enter the Keystone Correction mode 2 Press toselect HKeystone or V Keystone 3 Press to move the mark on the selected adjustment item to the desired setting Note Straight lines and the edges of the dis played image may appear jagged when adjusting the Keystone setting When adjusting H Keystone and V Keystone at the same time the values of adjus...

Page 33: ... function onto the screen Adjust the focus until the image on the screen comes into focus See page 30 ZOOM FOCUS END ZOOM FOCUS 2 Change the projection angle moving the projector or using the adjuster to properly project images onto the screen See page 31 3 Align the edge of the screen closest to the projector with the test pattern by adjusting the zoom and the adjsuter See pages 30 and 31 ZOOM FO...

Page 34: ...splay is on the mode is switched between HIGH BRIGHTNESS MODE and HIGH CONTRAST MODE Note This function can also be accessed from the OSD menu see page 44 Adjusting the Picture Aspect Ratio This function allows you to modify or customize the picture display mode to enhance the input image Depending on the input signal you can choose STRETCH SIDE BAR SMART STRETCH or CINEMA ZOOM image Press on the ...

Page 35: ...aspect ratio Note SMART STRETCH cannot be selected while the Keystone correction page 32 is being adjusted Keystone correction page 32 is disabled while the picture mode is set to SMART STRETCH 580I 580P is displayed on the screen when signal 576I 576P is input STRETCH is fixed when 540P 720P or 1080I signal is entered SMART STRETCH cannot be selected while input signal from a computer VGA SVGA or...

Page 36: ...500K 8500K 9300K 10500K Main Menu Sub Menu CLR Temp Page 42 Page 42 Page 42 Page 43 Page 43 Page 44 Page 44 1 1 1 1 Items when selecting INPUT 1 2 3 4 or when inputting component signal through INPUT 5 Standard Cinema 1 Cinema 2 Cinema 3 Gamma Adj Bright Boost ON OFF Picture Mode Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 Memory 5 Memory OFF 10 0 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 Fine Sync 15 15 3...

Page 37: ...Position Page 47 Page 47 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 49 Page 50 Page 50 Page 51 1 2 1 Item when selecting INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 2 Item when selecting INPUT 5 RGB Component Signal Type Menu Color Opaque Translucent Page 48 Main Menu English Deutsch Español Nederlands Français Italiano Svenska Português Language Page 52 PRJ Mode menu PRJ Mode Front Ceiling Front Rear Ceiling Rear Page 52 Main Menu Exa...

Page 38: ...e menu items see pages 40 and 41 Menu Selections Adjustments This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector 1 Press The Picture menu screen for the selected input mode is displayed 2 Press or to display the other menu screens The menu icon for the selected menu screen is highlighted Note The Fine Sync menu is not available for selecting INPUT 3 or 4 Menu icon Menu scree...

Page 39: ...lected single adjustment item e g Bright appears on the lower part of the screen When pressing or the next item will be displayed e g Bright is replaced with Color by pressing Note Press to return to the previous screen 4 Press or to adjust the item se lected The adjustment is stored 5 Press The menu screen will disappear Single adjustment items DT400_E_P38_46 p65 04 10 18 1 22 PM 39 ...

Page 40: ...en for INPUT 1 mode Menu Selections Settings This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector 1 Press The Picture menu screen for the selected input mode is displayed 2 Press or to display the other menu screens The menu icon for the selected menu screen is highlighted Note The Fine Sync menu is not available for selecting INPUT 3 or 4 Menu icon Menu screen Picture Fine S...

Page 41: ...is highlighted Example Selecting Menu Position Note Press or to return to the previous screen For some items press or to select the icon using 4 Press or to select the setting of the item displayed in the sub menu 5 Press The selected item is set 6 Press The menu screen will disappear DT400_E_P38_46 p65 04 10 18 1 22 PM 41 ...

Page 42: ...r red For stronger blue Adjusting the Color Temperature This function allows for selecting the desired color temperature With the lower value selected the projected image becomes warmer reddish and incandescent like while with the higher value the image becomes cooler bluish and fluo rescent like Menu operation Page 40 Example Picture menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Color Temperature S...

Page 43: ...r value selected the projected image becomes more brightness Pressing or changes the value of the Gamma in the sub menu Selectable Items Standard Cinema 1 Cinema 2 Cinema 3 Description Standard picture without gamma correction Gives greater depth to darker portions of images Brightness is toned down and the image becomes more balanced Brighten the darker portions of images for easier viewing in a ...

Page 44: ...hose settings and make settings on the Picture menu Picture Mode Memory 1 5 Memory OFF Description Settings of all items in Picture can be stored for the respective input modes The stored settings Memory 1 to 5 can be selected in any input modes Besides Memory 1 to Memory 5 other settings on the Picture menu can be stored for each input mode The settings stored in Memory OFF cannot be applied when...

Page 45: ...stment items select Reset and press Selectable items Clock Phase H Pos V Pos Description Adjusts vertical noise Adjusts horizontal noise similar to tracking on your VCR Centers the on screen image by moving it to the left or right Centers the on screen image by moving it up or down Special Modes Setting Ordinarily the type of input signal is detected and the correct resolution mode is automaticall...

Page 46: ...ieved with Auto Sync adjustment use manual adjust ments See page 45 Auto Sync cannot be used in the DIGITAL mode Checking the Input Signal This function allows you to check the current in put signal information Menu operation Page 40 Example Fine Sync menu screen for INPUT 5 RGB mode Note 540P is displayed on the screen when signal 1080I is inputted during DVI connection Selectable items ON OFF De...

Page 47: ...the frequency at which Eco Mode is switched to Eco mode and Standard mode See page 49 The lamp life may vary depending on the usage condition Using the Options Menu Lamp usage condition Life Operated exclusively in Eco mode Operated exclusively in Standard mode Remaining lamp life 100 5 Approx Approx 3 000 hours 150 hours Approx Approx 2 000 hours 100 hours Setting On screen Display This function ...

Page 48: ...PAL N input sig nals Description When connected to PAL video equip ment When connected to NTSC video equipment When connected to SECAM video equipment When reproducing NTSC signals in PAL video equipment Selectable items PAL NTSC3 58 SECAM NTSC4 43 Signal Type Setting This function allows you to select the input sig nal type RGB or Component for INPUT 5 Menu operation Page 40 Example Options menu ...

Page 49: ...100 Selectable items Eco mode Standard mode Power consumption When using AC 100V 315 W 360 W Lamp life Approx 3 000 hours Approx 2 000 hours Selecting a Background Image This function allows you to select the image dis played when no signal is being sent to the pro jector Menu operation Page 40 Example Options menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Background Images Selectable items Blue None...

Page 50: ...table items ON OFF Selecting the Menu Screen Position This function allows you to select the desired position of the menu screen Menu operation Page 40 Example Options menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Menu Positions Description Displayed on the center of the image Displayed on the upper right of the image Displayed on the lower right of the image Displayed on the upper left of the image...

Page 51: ...een Menu operation Page 40 Example Options menu screen for INPUT 1 mode Description of Menu Colors The menu is displayed opaquely The menu is displayed translucently The part of the menu on the image becomes transparent Opaque Translucent Selectable Items Description DT400_E_P47_52 p65 04 10 18 1 25 PM 51 ...

Page 52: ... The Language menu will disappear Note This procedure can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector Selecting the On screen Display Language and the Projection Mode Setting the Projection Mode This projector is equipped with a reverse invert image function that allows you to reverse or in vert the projected image for various applications Menu operation Page 40 Example PRJ Mode menu s...

Page 53: ... Ensure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the projector The cabinet as well as the operation panel is made of plastic Avoid using benzene or thinner as these can damage the finish on the cabinet Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides on the projector Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the projec tor for long periods The effects of some of the agents in the plastic may cause d...

Page 54: ...left corner of the picture If the temperature keeps on rising the lamp will turn off and the temperature warning indicator will blink the cooling fan will run for a further 90 seconds and then the projector will enter the standby mode After appears ensure to perform the measures described on page 55 About the lamp indicator When the remaining lamp life becomes 5 or less yellow and Change The Lamp ...

Page 55: ...hen the lamp is warming up or shutting down Info If the temperature warning indicator illuminates and the projector enters the standby mode check whether any of the ventilation holes are blocked page 7 and then try turning the power back on Wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plugging in the power cord and turning the power back on At least 10 minutes If the power is turned ...

Page 56: ...to note that failure can often result in the bulb cracking When the lamp replacement indicator and on screen display icon are illuminated it is recommended that the lamp be replaced with a new one immediately even if the lamp appears to be operating normally Should the lamp break the glass particles may spread inside the lamp cage or gas contained in the lamp may be vented into the room from the e...

Page 57: ...cord from the AC socket Leave the lamp until it has fully cooled down about 1 hour 3 Remove the lamp unit cover Turn the projector over Loosen the user service screw 1 that secures the lamp unit cover Hold the tab and slide to wards the direction of the arrow to re move the lamp unit cover 2 AC socket STANDBY button 1 2 User service screw for lamp unit cover Tab Tab Removing and Installing the Lam...

Page 58: ... on even if the power cord is connected to the projector Resetting the Lamp Timer Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp Info Make sure to reset the lamp timer only when replacing the lamp If you reset the lamp timer and continue to use the same lamp this may cause the lamp to become damaged or explode 1 Connect the power cord Plug the power cord into the AC socket of the projector 2 Reset ...

Page 59: ... connected 19 Not connected 5 Not connected 20 Not connected 6 DDC clock 21 Not connected 7 DDC data 22 Not connected 8 Vertical sync 23 Not connected 9 Not connected 24 Not connected 10 Not connected C1 Analog input Red 11 Not connected C2 Analog input Green 12 Not connected C3 Analog input Blue 13 Not connected C4 Horizontal sync 14 5V power C5 Ground 15 Ground DVI Analog Component Input Pin No ...

Page 60: ... output signal of your computer and so forth while referring to the table below 15 7 31 5 33 8 15 6 31 3 45 0 28 1 33 8 28 1 33 8 480I 480P 540P 576I 576P 720P 1035I 1035I 1080I 1080I 60 60 60 50 50 60 50 60 50 60 Signal Vertical Frequency Hz Horizontal Frequency kHz PC MAC WS Horizontal Frequency kHz Vertical Frequency Hz VGA PC SVGA XGA VESA Standard DVI Support Resolution 640 350 720 350 640 40...

Page 61: ...ture inside the projector increases the cooling fan runs faster The lamp will eventually need to be changed The lamp has reached the end of its life Replace the lamp Change the input signal type Problem On screen display does not appear An unusual sound is occasionally heard from the cabinet Maintenance indicator illuminates or blinks in red The cooling fan becomes noisy The lamp takes a long time...

Page 62: ...ated PR CR 0 7 Vp p 75 Ω terminated 29 pin DVI I terminal Digital Input impedance 50 Ω Input level 250 1000 mV Analog Input impedance 75 Ω Input level 0 7 Vp p Y 1 0 Vp p sync negative 75 Ω terminated PB CB 0 7 Vp p 75 Ω terminated PR CR 0 7 Vp p 75 Ω terminated Synchronization signal Separate sync Composite sync Input level TTL level Input impedance 1 KΩ Green on sync Input level Synchronizing in...

Page 63: ...View M4 M4 M4 M4 9 64 3 25 11 7 64 282 1 16 1 5 2 11 64 55 05 12 7 32 310 1 59 64 48 5 3 33 64 89 13 64 5 2 3 16 55 5 3 15 16 99 95 5 7 64 129 5 5 7 64 129 5 5 8 15 5 9 16 14 4 3 16 106 3 8 9 32 210 3 8 7 8 225 3 1 7 32 30 9 1 5 32 29 1 1 7 32 30 9 1 3 4 44 1 DT400_E_P61_68 p65 04 10 18 1 26 PM 63 ...

Page 64: ...ompression and expansion High quality resizing of lower and higher resolu tion images to fit the projector s native resolution Keystone Correction Function to digitally correct a distorted image when the projector is set up at an angle smoothes out jaggies on keystone images and compresses the image not only horizontally but vertically keeping the 16 9 aspect ratio Phase Phase shift is a timing sh...

Page 65: ... 11 KEYSTONE button 32 Keystone Correction 32 L Lamp 56 Lamp indicator 54 Lamp Timer Life 47 Language 52 Lens cap 9 M MENU button 38 Menu Color 51 Menu Position 50 O ON button 27 On screen display language 52 OSD Display 47 P Phase 45 Picture 42 Picture Mode 44 PICTURE MODE button 34 Power cord 27 Power indicator 10 PRJ mode 52 R Rear 52 Rear adjustment feet 31 Red 42 Remote control 12 Remote cont...

Page 66: ...rwise In no event shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential da...

Page 67: ... model serial number and CSA cUL markings h Any products used for rental or commercial purposes i Any installation setup and or programming charges Should this Sharp product fail to operate during the warranty period warranty service may be obtained upon delivery of the Sharp product together with proof of purchase and a copy of this LIMITED WARRANTY statement to an Authorized Sharp Service Centre...