XR-55X XR-50S: Operation Manual

Basic Useful
Introduction Easy Start Setup Connections Appendix

Operation Features
OPERATION MANUAL
MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR
XR-55X
XR-50S
MODEL
IMPORTANT
• For your assistance in reporting the loss
or theft of your Projector, please record Model No.:
the Model and Serial Number located on
the bottom of the projector and retain this
information.
Serial No.:
• Before recycling the packaging, please
ensure that you have checked the con-
tents of the carton thoroughly against the
list of “Supplied accessories” on page 11.
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SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating
a 10A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse
marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face
of the plug, must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse
cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, cut off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immedi-
ately and disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A socket
outlet, as a serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
WARNING:
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green
or green-and-yellow.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured red.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Authorized representative responsible for the European Union Community Market
SHARP ELECTRONICS (Europe) GmbH

Sonninstraße 3, D-20097 Hamburg E.U. ONLY
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The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Spanish,
Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean and Arabic. Carefully read through the
operation instructions before operating the projector.
Die mitgelieferte CD-ROM enthält Bedienungsanleitungen in Englisch, Deutsch, Französisch,

Spanisch, Italienisch, Niederländisch, Schwedisch, Portugiesisch, Chinesisch, Koreanisch
und Arabisch. Bitte lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung vor der Verwendung des Projektors
sorgfältig durch.
Le CD-ROM fourni contient les instructions de fonctionnement en anglais, allemand, français,

espagnol, italien, néerlandais, suédois, portugais, chinois, coréen et arabe. Veuillez lire at-
tentivement ces instructions avant de faire fonctionner le projecteur.
El CD-ROM suministrado contiene instrucciones de operación en inglés, alemán, francés,

español, italiano, holandés, sueco, portugués, chino, coreano y árabe. Lea cuidadosamente
las instrucciones de operación antes de utilizar el proyector.
Il CD-ROM in dotazione contiene istruzioni per l’uso in inglese, tedesco, francese, spagnolo,
italiano, olandese, svedese, portoghese, cinese, coreano e arabo. Leggere attentamente le
istruzioni per l’uso prima di usare il proiettore.
De meegeleverde CD-ROM bevat handleidingen in het Engels, Duits, Frans, Spaans,

Italiaans, Nederlands, Zweeds, Portugees, Chinees, Koreaans en Arabisch. Lees de
handleiding zorgvuldig door voor u de projector in gebruik neemt.
Den medföljande CD-ROM-skivan innehåller bruksanvisningar på engelska, tyska, franska,

spanska, italienska, holländska, svenska, portugisiska, kinesiska, koreanska och arabiska.
Läs noga igenom bruksanvisningen innan projektorn tas i bruk.
O CD-ROM fornecido contém instruções de operação em Inglês, Alemão, Francês,

Espanhol, Italiano, Holandês, Sueco, Português, Chinês, Coreano e Árabe. Leia
cuidadosamente todas as instruções de operação antes de operar o projetor.
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Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.
Introduction
Introduction ENGLISH
There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new
SHARP Projector, using the REGISTRATION CARD 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 CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT
“LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE. U.S.A. ONLY
WARNING: High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view
directly. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the
beam of light.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not

expose this product to rain or moisture.
See bottom of projector. The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-

bol, within an equilateral triangle, is in-
CAUTION tended to alert the user to the presence
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS within the product's enclosure that may
EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
SERVICE SCREW.
a risk or electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, The exclamation point within a triangle
DO NOT REMOVE COVER. is intended to alert the user to the pres-
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT. ence of important operating and main-
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
tenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications

to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
U.S.A. ONLY
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and 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, the Electronics Industries Alliance:
www.eiae.org, the lamp recycling organization www.lamprecycle.org, or
Sharp at 1-800-BE-SHARP. U.S.A. ONLY
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INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. U.S.A. ONLY
Declaration of conformity
SHARP PROJECTOR, MODEL XR-55X/XR-50S
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277) U.S.A. ONLY
Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement

■ This projector utilizes a pressurized mercury lamp. A loud sound may indicate lamp failure. Lamp
failure can be attributed to numerous sources such as: excessive shock, improper cooling, surface
scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to a lapse of usage time.
The period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and/or the condition
and the frequency of use. It is important 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, there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread inside of the
projector. In such a case, it is recommended you contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center to assure safe operation.
■ 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 exhaust vent. Because the gas in this lamp includes
mercury, ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas. In
case of exposure to the gas, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Caution
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp will be very hot and may
cause burns or injury.
• Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp unit to
fully cool before removing the lamp unit.
• Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp unit or the inside of the projector.
• Do not loosen other screws except for the lamp unit cover and lamp unit.
• 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.
■ Carefully change the lamp by following the instructions described on pages 56 to 58.
* If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center.
* If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service Center for repair.
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How to Read this Operation Manual
Introduction
■ The specifications are slightly different, depending on the model. However, you can connect
and operate all models in the same manner.
• In this operation manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation, and
may differ slightly from the actual display. The examples used throughout this manual are based
on the XR-55X model.
Using the Menu Screen

Select from the Quick Start Menu, which is a collection of the most frequently used
functions, or the Complete Menu, which enables advanced settings and adjustments.
Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q)

ENTER button
MENU button
ENTER button
Adjustment buttons
Buttons used in
(P/R/O/Q)
RETURN button
this operation
• Press RETURN to return
to the previous screen
when the menu is
displayed.
MENU button
Button used in
Menu Selections (Quick Start Menu)
• This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector.
this step
Example
1 Press MENU.
• The “Quick Start Menu” screen for the Quick Start Menu
selected Input mode is displayed. Input Search Start
Resolution 1024×768
2 Press P or R to select the

desired item, then press ENTER.
Resize
Keystone 0
Normal
On-screen
Eco+Quiet Off
Language
Information
English
display
3 Press P/R/O/Q to adjust the
Go To Complete Menu…
item selected, then press
ENTER.
Info
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
• To display the advanced settings and
adjustments, select “Go To Complete Menu”.
Press ENTER to display the Complete Menu
screen.
• If you do not want to display the Quick Start
Menu, set “Go To Complete Menu” - “PRJ-ADJ2”
- “Quick Start Menu” to “Off”. (See page 51.)
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Info .........Indicates safeguards for using the projector.
Note ....... Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the
projector.
For Future Reference

Maintenance Troubleshooting Index
P. 53 PP. 67 and 68 P. 72
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Contents
Preparing
Introduction Displaying the Black Screen and
Turning Off the Sound Temporarily ....... 29
How to Read this Operation Manual ......3 Resize Mode .......................................... 30
Contents .................................................4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................6 Useful Features
How to Access the PDF Operation
Manuals..............................................10 Operating with the Remote Control......32
Accessories ..........................................11 Displaying and Setting the
Part Names and Functions ...................12 Break Timer ......................................... 32
Front View .............................................. 12 Displaying the Pointer ............................. 32
Top View ................................................ 12 Using the Spot Function ......................... 32
Rear View (Terminals) .............................. 13 Switching the Eco+Quiet Mode .............. 32
Inserting the Batteries ............................. 15 Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ......... 33
Usable Range ......................................... 15 Freezing a Moving Image ........................ 33
Selecting the Picture Mode ..................... 33
Displaying an Enlarged Portion of
Easy Start an Image ............................................. 33
Using the Remote Control as the
Easy Start .............................................16 Wireless Computer Mouse ................... 34
Setup and Projection .............................. 16 Menu Items...........................................35
Using the Menu Screen ........................38
Menu Selections (Quick Start Menu) .........38
Setup Quick Start Menu .................................... 39
Menu Selections (Complete Menu) .......... 39
Setting Up the Projector .......................18
Setting Up the Projector ......................... 18 Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu) ....41
Standard Setup (Front Projection) ........... 18 Selecting the Picture Mode ..................... 41
Screen Size and Projection Distance ...... 19 Adjusting the Image ................................ 42
Projection (PRJ) Mode ............................ 20 Adjusting the Color Temperature............. 42
Ceiling-Mount Setup ............................... 20 Adjusting the Colors ............................... 42
Selecting the Film Mode ......................... 43
Reducing Image Noise (DNR) ................. 43
Connections Eco+Quiet .............................................. 43
Signal Adjustment (“SIG-ADJ” Menu) ..44
Connecting the Projector to Adjusting the Computer Image ............... 44
Other Equipment ................................21 Resolution Setting .................................. 44
Controlling the Projector by Signal Type Setting ................................. 44
a Computer ........................................24 Setting the Video System ....................... 45
Setting the Video Setup .......................... 45
Connecting the Power Cord .................24
Checking the Input Signal ....................... 45
Adjusting the Projected Image
Using (“SCR - ADJ” Menu)...........................46
Setting the Resize Mode......................... 46
Basic Operation Adjusting the Image Position .................. 46
Keystone Correction ............................... 46
Turning the Projector On/Off ................25 Setting the Overscan .............................. 47
Turning the Projector On ......................... 25 Setting the On-screen Display ................ 47
Turning the Power Off (Putting the Closed Caption ...................................... 47
Projector into Standby Mode) .............. 25 Selecting the Background Image ............ 48
Image Projection ..................................26 Selecting the Setup Guide ...................... 48
About the Setup Guide ........................... 26 Reversing/Inverting Projected Images ..... 48
Adjusting the Projected Image ................ 26 Selecting the Wall Color .......................... 48
Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion ............ 28 Selecting the On-screen Display Language ... 48
Switching the Input Mode ....................... 29
Adjusting the Volume .............................. 29
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Introduction
Adjusting the Projector Function
(“PRJ-ADJ1/2” Menu) ........................49
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ......... 49
Auto Power Off Function ........................ 49
Auto Restart Function ............................. 49
Speaker Setting ...................................... 49
Selecting the Transmission Speed
(RS-232C) ........................................... 49
Fan Mode Setting ................................... 50
System Lock Function ............................ 50
Keylock Function .................................... 51
Selecting the Quick Start Menu .............. 51
Setting the FUNCTION Button Operation.. 51
STANDBY Mode ..................................... 52
DLP® LinkTM ............................................ 52
DLP® LinkTM Invert .................................. 52
Returning to the Default Settings ............ 52
Checking the Lamp Life Status ............... 52
Reference
Appendix
Maintenance .........................................53
Maintenance Indicators ........................54
Regarding the Lamp .............................56
Lamp...................................................... 56
Caution Concerning the Lamp ................ 56
Replacing the Lamp ............................... 56
Removing and Installing the
Lamp Unit ............................................ 57
Resetting the Lamp Timer ...................... 58
Connecting Pin Assignments ...............59
RS-232C Specifications and
Commands ........................................61
Computer Compatibility Chart .............66
Troubleshooting ....................................67
For SHARP Assistance .........................69
Specifications .......................................70
Dimensions ...........................................71
Index .....................................................72
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this
product and save these instructions for later use.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered
and manufactured to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN
POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the
safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing.
1. Read Instructions 10. Ventilation
All the safety and operating instructions Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
should be read before the product is for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of
operated. the product and to protect it from overheating,
2. Retain Instructions and these openings must not be blocked or
The safety and operating instructions covered. The openings should never be
should be retained for future reference. blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product
3. Heed Warnings should not be placed in a built-in installation
All warnings on the product and in the such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
operating instructions should be adhered to. ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
4. Follow Instructions instructions have been adhered to.
All operating and use instructions should 11. Power Sources
be followed. This product should be operated only from
5. Cleaning the type of power source indicated on the
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before marking label. If you are not sure of the
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol type of power supply to your home, consult
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. your product dealer or local power
6. Attachments company. For products intended to operate
Do not use attachments not recommended by the from battery power, or other sources, refer
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. to the operating instructions.
7. Water and Moisture 12. Grounding or Polarization
Do not use this product near water–for This product is provided with one of the
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen following types of plugs. If the plug should
sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or fail to fit into the power outlet, please contact
near a swimming pool; and the like. your electrician.
8. Accessories Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
Do not place this product on an unstable a. Two-wire type (mains) plug.
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The b. Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug
product may fall, causing serious injury to a with a grounding terminal.
child or adult, and serious damage to the This plug will only fit into a grounding
type power outlet.
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the 13. Power-Cord Protection
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any Power-supply cords should be routed so
mounting of the product should follow the that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a
them, paying particular attention to cords
mounting accessory recommended by the at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
manufacturer. point where they exit from the product.
9. Transportation 14. Lightning
A product and cart For added protection for this product during
combination should be a lightning storm, or when it is left
moved with care. Quick unattended and unused for long periods of
stops, excessive force, and time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
uneven surfaces may disconnect the cable system. This will
cause the product and cart prevent damage to the product due to
combination to overturn. lightning and power-line surges.
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15. Overloading 19. Replacement Parts
Introduction
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, When replacement parts are required, be
or integral convenience receptacles as this sure the service technician has used
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. replacement parts specified by the
16. Object and Liquid Entry manufacturer or have the same
Never push objects of any kind into this characteristics as the original part.
product through openings as they may touch Unauthorized substitutions may result in
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
that could result in a fire or electric shock. 20. Safety Check
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. Upon completion of any service or repairs
17. Servicing to this product, ask the service technician
Do not attempt to service this product to per form safety checks to determine that
yourself as opening or removing covers the product is in proper operating
may expose you to dangerous voltage or condition.
other hazards. Refer all servicing to 21. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
qualified service personnel. This product should be mounted to a wall
18. Damage Requiring Service or ceiling only as recommended by the
Unplug this product from the wall outlet manufacturer.
and refer servicing to qualified service 22. Heat
personnel under the following conditions: This product should be situated away from
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is heat sources such as radiators, heat
damaged. registers, stoves, or other products
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions,
as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or
damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance, this indicates a
need for service.
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• Some IC chips in this product include confidential and/or trade secret property belonging
to Texas Instruments. Therefore you may not copy, modify, adapt, translate, distribute,
reverse engineer, reverse assemble or discompile the contents thereof.
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Observe the following safeguards when setting up your
projector.
Caution concerning the lamp unit When using the projector in high-
■ Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp altitude areas such as mountains (at
ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact altitudes of approximately 1,500
your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center
meters (4,900 feet) or more)
for replacement. ■ When you use the projector in high-altitude
See “Regarding the Lamp” areas with thin air, set “Fan Mode” to
on page 56. “High”. Neglecting this can affect the
longevity of the optical system.
■ Use the projector at altitudes of 2,300
Caution concerning the setup of the meters (7,500 feet) or less.
projector
■ For minimal servicing and to maintain high Warning about placing the projector in
image quality, SHARP recommends that a high position
this projector be installed in an area free ■ When placing the projector in a high
from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. position, make certain it is carefully secure
When the projector is subjected to these to avoid personal injury caused by the
environments, the vents and lens must be projector falling down.
cleaned more often. As long as the
projector is regularly cleaned, use in these Do not subject the projector to hard
environments will not reduce the overall impact and/or vibration.
operation life of the unit. Internal cleaning
■ Protect the lens so as not to hit or damage
should only be performed by a Sharp
the surface of the lens.
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service
Center. Avoid locations with extremes of
Rest your eyes occasionally. temperature.
■ Continuously watching the screen for long ■ The operating temperature of the projector
hours will cause eye strain. Take regular is from 41°F to 95°F (+5°C to +35°C).
breaks to rest your eyes. ■ The storage temperature of the projector is
from –4°F to 140°F (–20°C to +60°C).
Do not set up the projector in places
Do not block the exhaust and intake
exposed to direct sunlight or bright light.
■ Position the screen so that it is not in direct vents.
sunlight or room light. Light falling directly ■ Allow at least 11 13/16 inches (30 cm) of
on the screen washes out the colors, space between the exhaust vent and the
making viewing difficult. Close the curtains nearest wall or obstruction.
and dim the lights when setting up the ■ Ensure that the intake vent and the exhaust
screen in a sunny or bright room. vent are not obstructed.
■ If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a
Caution regarding placing of the projector protection circuit will automatically put the
■ Place the projector on a level site within the projector into Standby mode to prevent
adjustment range (9 degrees) of the overheat damage. This does not indicate a
adjustment foot. malfunction. (See pages 54 and 55.)
Remove the projector power cord from the
wall outlet and wait at least 10 minutes.
Place the projector where the intake and
exhaust vents are not blocked, plug the
power cord back in and turn on the
projector. This will return the projector to
the normal operating condition.
■ After the projector is purchased, a faint
smell from the vent may appear when the
power is first turned on. This is normal and
is not a malfunction. It will disappear after
the projector is used for a while.
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Caution regarding usage of the projector Using the projector in other countries
Introduction
■ If you are not to use the projector for a long ■ The power supply voltage and the shape of
time or before moving the projector, make the plug may vary depending on the region
certain you unplug the power cord from the or country you are using the projector in.
wall outlet, and disconnect any other When using the projector overseas, make
cables connected to it. sure you use an appropriate power cord for
■ Do not carry the projector by holding the the country you are in.
lens. Temperature monitor function
■ When storing the projector, ensure that you
close the lens shutter.
■ Do not expose the projector to direct
sunlight or place next to heat sources.
Doing so may affect the cabinet color or
cause deformation of the plastic cover. ■ If the temperature inside the projector
Other connected equipment increases, due to blockage of the air vents,
or the setting location, the temperature
■ When connecting a computer or other
warning indicator will blink. And if the
audio-visual equipment to the projector,
temperature keeps on rising, “ ” will
make the connections AFTER unplugging
illuminate in the lower left corner of the
the power cord of the projector from the
picture with the temperature warning
AC outlet and turning off the equipment to
indicator blinking. If this state continues,
be connected.
the lamp will turn off, the cooling fan will
■ Please read the operation manuals of the
run and then the projector will enter
projector and the equipment to be
Standby mode. Refer to “Maintenance
connected for instructions on how to make
Indicators” on pages 54 and 55 for details.
the connections.
Info
• The cooling fan regulates the internal
temperature, and its performance is automatically
controlled. The sound of the fan may change
during projector operation due to changes in the
fan speed. This does not indicate malfunction.
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How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals
PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM. To
utilize these manuals, you need to install Adobe® Reader ® on your computer
(Windows® or Macintosh®).
Please download Adobe® Reader ® from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com).

Accessing the PDF Manuals for Windows® (For Macintosh®, skip step 2).
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double click the “My Computer” icon.
3 Double click the “CD-ROM” drive.
4 Double click the “MANUALS” folder.
5 Double click the model (name of the folder) that you want to view.
6 Double click the language (name of the folder) that you want to view.
7 Double click the pdf file to access the projector manuals.
Note
• If the desired pdf file cannot be opened by double clicking the mouse, start Adobe® Reader ® first,
then specify the desired file using the “File”, “Open” menu.
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Accessories
Introduction
Supplied accessories
Remote control Two R-6 batteries RGB cable

for XR-55X for XR-50S (“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, (10' (3.0 m))
<RRMCGA837WJSA> <RRMCGA818WJSA> HP-7 or similar) <QCNWGA086WJPZ>
Power cord*
(1) (2) (3) (4)
For U.S. and For Europe, For U.K. and For Australia, New
Canada, etc. except U.K. Singapore Zealand and Oceania
(6' (1.8 m)) (6' (1.8 m)) (6' (1.8 m)) (6' (1.8 m))
<QACCDA007WJPZ> <QACCVA011WJPZ> <QACCBA036WJPZ> <QACCLA018WJPZ>
* Which power cords are supplied along with your projector depends on the region. Use the power
cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country.
• Operation manuals (this manual <TINS-E335WJZZ>, OPERATION MANUAL FOR STEREOSCOPIC
3D PROJECTION <TINS-E500WJZZ> and CD-ROM <UDSKAA121WJZZ>)
Note
• Codes in “< >” are Replacement parts codes.
Optional accessories
■ Lamp unit AN-D350LP

■ Ceiling-mount adaptor AN-60KT
■ Ceiling-mount bracket AN-XRCM30 (for U.S.A. only)
■ Ceiling-mount unit AN-TK201 <for AN-60KT>
AN-TK202 <for AN-60KT>
■ Ceiling-mount extension tube AN-EP101B <for AN-XRCM30>
(for U.S.A. only)
■ Remote receiver AN-MR2
■ 3 RCA to mini D-sub 15 pin cable (10 n (3.0 m)) AN-C3CP2
■ DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor (5 57/64 nn (15 cm)) AN-A1RS
Note
• Some of the optional accessories may not be available depending on the region. Please check with
your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
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Part Names and Functions
Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the
topic is explained.
10
11
12
1 16
2 13
14 17
3
15 18
19
4 5 6 7 8 9
Front View Top View

1 Exhaust vent 53 10 Temperature warning indicator 54
2 Zoom ring 27 11 Lamp indicator 54
For enlarging/reducing the picture.
12 Power indicator 54
3 Focus ring 26 13 STANDBY/ON button 25
For adjusting the focus.
For turning the power on and putting the
4 Lens shutter 25, 29 projector into Standby mode.
5 HEIGHT ADJUST lever 27 14 INPUT buttons (P/R) 29
For switching Input mode.
6 Adjustment foot 27
7 Remote control sensor 15
15 AUTO SYNC button 33
For automatically adjusting images when
8 Speaker 49 connected to a computer.
9 Intake vent 53 16 Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) 38
For selecting menu items.
17 ENTER button 38
For setting items selected or adjusted on
the menu.
18 MENU button 38
For displaying adjustment and setting
screens.
19 VOL (Volume) buttons (–O/Q+) 29
For adjusting the speaker sound level.
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Introduction
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8
12
9 10 11
Rear View (Terminals)

1 RS-232C terminal 24 6 S-VIDEO input terminal 22
Terminal for controlling the projector using a Terminal for connecting video equipment
computer. with an S-video terminal.
2 USB terminal 34 7 VIDEO input terminal 22
Terminal connecting with the USB terminal Terminal for connecting video equipment.
on the computer for using the supplied
8 AUDIO 2 input terminal 23
remote control as the computer mouse.
9 AC socket 24
3 MONITOR OUT terminal 23 Connect the supplied power cord.
(Output terminal for computer RGB and
component signals) 10 Kensington Security Standard
Terminal for connecting a monitor. connector
4 AUDIO 1 input terminal 23 11 Rear adjustment foot 27
5 COMPUTER/COMPONENT input 12 Security bar
terminal 21, 22
Terminal for computer RGB and component
signals.
Using the Kensington Lock

• This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington
MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for
instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.
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Part Names and Functions (Continued)
Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the
topic is explained.
1 9 L-CLICK/EFFECT button 34, 32
• For the Left click when with the USB
connection (using a USB cable or the optional
2 remote receiver).
14 • For changing the pointer or spot area.
3
10 KEYSTONE button 28
4 15 For entering the Keystone Correction
mode.
5 16 11 AUTO SYNC button 33, 49
6 For automatically adjusting images when
17 connected to a computer.
7
12 FUNCTION button 51
8 For operating and executing a function
18
assigned to “FUNCTION Button”.
9 19
13 ECO+QUIET button 32
10 20 For lowering the noise of the cooling fan
11 21 and extending the lamp life.
12 22 14 FREEZE button 33
For freezing images.
13 23
15 AV MUTE button 29
For temporarily displaying a black screen
and turning off the sound.
16 VOL +/– (Volume) buttons 29
For adjusting the speaker sound level.
1 ON button 25 17 SPOT button 32
For turning the power on. For displaying the spotlight.
2 STANDBY button 25 18 ENTER button 38
For putting the projector into the Standby For setting items selected or adjusted on
mode. the menu.
3 INPUT buttons ( / ) 29 19 R-CLICK/RETURN button 34, 38
For switching Input mode. • For the Right click when with the USB
4 BREAK TIMER button 32 connection (using a USB cable or the optional
For displaying the break time. remote receiver).
• For returning to the previous menu screen
5 MAGNIFY buttons 33 during menu operations.
For enlarging/reducing part of the image.
20 MENU button 38
6 PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN buttons 34 For displaying adjustment and setting
Same as the [Page Up] and [Page Down] screens.
keys on a computer keyboard, when with
the USB connection (using a USB cable or 21 RESIZE button 30
the optional remote receiver). For switching the picture size (NORMAL,
16:9, etc.).
7 POINTER button 32
For displaying the pointer. 22 3D MODE button (XR-55X only)
See the OPERATION MANUAL FOR
8 MOUSE/Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q) 34, 38 STEREOSCOPIC 3D PROJECTION
• For moving the computer cursor when with the
USB connection (using a USB cable or the
provided separately.
optional remote receiver). 23 PICTURE MODE button 33
• For selecting and adjusting menu items. For selecting the appropriate picture.
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Inserting the Batteries
Introduction
1 Pull down the tab on the cover and remove the
cover towards the direction of the arrow.
2 Insert the batteries.

• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match
the m and n marks inside the battery compartment.
3 Insert the lower tab of the cover into the opening,

and lower the cover until it clicks in place.
Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode.

Please follow the precautions below
Caution
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with alkaline or manganese batteries.
• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the m and n marks inside the battery
compartment.
• Batteries of different types have different properties, therefore do not mix batteries of different types.
• Do not mix new and old batteries.
This may shorten the life of new batteries or may cause old batteries to leak.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control once they have run out, as leaving them in can cause them to leak.
Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin, therefore ensure you wipe them first 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.
Be sure to replace them as soon as possible with new batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control if you will not be using the remote control for a long time.
• Comply with the rules (ordinance) of each local government when disposing of worn-out batteries.
Remote control sensor

Usable Range
The remote control can be used to control the
projector within the ranges shown in the
illustration.
Note
• The signal from the remote control can be 30°
reflected off a screen for easy operation.
However, the effective distance of the signal
may differ depending on the screen material.
When using the remote control

• Ensure that you do not drop it or expose it to 30° 33 n (10 m)
moisture or high temperature.
• The remote control may malfunction under a
fluorescent lamp. In this case, move the
projector away from the fluorescent lamp. Remote control signal
transmitters
Remote control
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Easy Start
This section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the computer). For details,
see the page described below for each step.
Setup and Projection

In this section, connection of the projector and the computer is explained using one example.
3 STANDBY/ON
8 button 8 STANDBY button
3 ON button
6 O/Q buttons
6 INPUT buttons
6 INPUT buttons
5 Adjustment
buttons
4 Zoom ring 6 (P/R/O/Q)
4 Focus ring
5 KEYSTONE button
4 HEIGHT
ADJUST lever
1. Place the projector facing a wall or a screen _P. 18
2. Connect the projector to the computer and plug the power

cord into the AC socket of the projector
When connecting equipment other than a computer, see pages

22 and 23. _PP. 21, 24
3. Open the lens shutter fully and then turn the projector on
On the projector On the remote control
_P. 25
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4. Adjust the projected image with the Setup Guide
1 After the projector turns on, the Setup Guide appears.
(When “Setup Guide” is set to “On”. See page 48.)
2 Follow the steps in the Setup Guide and adjust the focus, height (angle) and picture size.
3 After adjusting the focus, height (angle) and picture size, press ENTER to finish the
Setup Guide.
_P. 26
Easy Start
5. Correct trapezoidal distortion
Correcting trapezoidal distortion using Keystone Correction.
Shrinks Shrinks
On the remote control upper side. lower side.
_P. 28
6. Select the Input mode

Press INPUT P/R to display the INPUT list. Use INPUT P/R to select the Input mode,
and use O/Q to select the audio input terminal.
On the INPUT list On the
projector INPUT Audio projector
COMPUTER
S S-VIDEO
On the remote V VIDEO
On the remote
control control
_P. 29
7. Turn the computer on
8. Turn the power off

Press STANDBY/ON on the projector or STANDBY on the remote control, and then press
the button again while the confirmation message is displayed to put the projector into
Standby mode.
On-screen display
On the On the remote
projector control
_P. 25
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Setting Up the Projector
Setting Up the Projector
For optimal image quality, position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector's
feet flat and level. Doing so will eliminate the need for Keystone correction and provide the best
image quality. (See page 28.)
Standard Setup (Front Projection)

■ Place the projector at the required distance
from the screen according to the desired
picture size. (See page 19.)
Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance

Example: 4:3 Signal Input (Normal Mode)
Picture Size
300" (762 cm)

240
(610 ×180"
"
200" (508 cm) cm
160 × 45
"×12 7 cm
100" (254 cm) (406 0" )
80"× c m×
60" 305
(203 cm)
cm ×
40" (102 cm) 152
32"× cm)
2
(81 cm 4"
× 61 c
m)
Projection
Distance
)
–1 "
m
m '6
.7
.4 5
(1 6"–
.2 9"
4'
– 4 3'
)
m
m 1
.4 6"
.5 "–
(3 '4
– 8 7'
)
m
11
m 2
2. "
)
– 1 '3
.9 "–
m
(6 '8
m 1
6
4 4
22
0. "–
(1 '0
34
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Screen Size and Projection Distance
Screen
Lens center
L
4:3 Signal Input (Normal Mode)

Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center
Diagonal [χ] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H]
Setup
300" (762 cm) 610 cm (240") 457 cm (180") 10.4 m (34' 0") 12.6 m (41' 3") 18 cm (7 1/4")
250" (635 cm) 508 cm (200") 381 cm (150") 8.6 m (28' 4") 10.5 m (34' 4") 15 cm (6 1/32")
200" (508 cm) 406 cm (160") 305 cm (120") 6.9 m (22' 8") 8.4 m (27' 6") 12 cm (4 53/64")
150" (381 cm) 305 cm (120") 229 cm (90") 5.2 m (17' 0") 6.3 m (20' 7") 9 cm (3 5/8")
120" (305 cm) 244 cm (96") 183 cm (72") 4.1 m (13' 7") 5.0 m (16' 6") 7 cm (2 57/64")
100" (254 cm) 203 cm (80") 152 cm (60") 3.5 m (11' 4") 4.2 m (13' 9") 6 cm (2 27/64")
80" (203 cm) 163 cm (64") 122 cm (48") 2.8 m (9' 1") 3.3 m (11' 0") 5 cm (1 15/16")
70" (178 cm) 142 cm (56") 107 cm (42") 2.4 m (7' 11") 2.9 m (9' 7") 4 cm (1 11/16")
60" (152 cm) 122 cm (48") 91 cm (36") 2.1 m (6' 10") 2.5 m (8' 3") 4 cm (1 29/64")
40" (102 cm) 81 cm (32") 61 cm (24") 1.4 m (4' 6") 1.7 m (5' 6") 2 cm (31/32")
16:9 Signal Input (16:9 Mode)

Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center Adjustable range of
Diagonal [χ] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H] image position [S]
300'' (762 cm) 664 cm (261'') 374 cm (147'') 11.3 m (37' 1") 13.7 m (44' 11") 82 cm (32 13/32") ±62 cm (±24 33/64")
250'' (635 cm) 553 cm (218'') 311 cm (123'') 9.4 m (30' 11") 11.4 m (37' 5") 69 cm (27") ±52 cm (±20 27/64")
200'' (508 cm) 443 cm (174'') 249 cm (98'') 7.5 m (24' 9") 9.1 m (29' 11") 55 cm (21 39/64") ±42 cm (±16 11/32")
150'' (381 cm) 332 cm (131'') 187 cm (74'') 5.6 m (18' 6") 6.8 m (22' 5") 41 cm (16 13/64") ±31 cm (±12 1/4")
120'' (305 cm) 266 cm (105'') 149 cm (59'') 4.5 m (14' 10") 5.5 m (18' 0") 33 cm (12 31/32") ±25 cm (±9 13/16")
100'' (254 cm) 221 cm (87'') 125 cm (49'') 3.8 m (12' 4") 4.6 m (15' 0") 27 cm (10 51/64") ±21 cm (±8 11/64")
80'' (203 cm) 177 cm (70'') 100 cm (39'') 3.0 m (9' 11") 3.6 m (12' 0") 22 cm (8 41/64") ±17 cm (±6 17/32")
60'' (152 cm) 133 cm (52'') 75 cm (29'') 2.3 m (7' 5") 2.7 m (9' 0") 16 cm (6 31/64") ±12 cm (±4 29/32")
40'' (102 cm) 89 cm (35'') 50 cm (20'') 1.5 m (4' 11") 1.8 m (6' 0") 11 cm (4 21/64") ±8 cm (±3 17/64")
When using the projector with screen sizes not listed in the above charts, calculate the values according to the formulas.
4:3 Signal 16:9 Signal

[m/cm] [Feet/inches] [m/cm] [Feet/inches]
L1: Minimum projection distance (m/ft) 0.03457χ 0.03457χ / 0.3048 0.03766χ 0.03766χ / 0.3048
L2: Maximum projection distance (m/ft) 0.04187χ 0.04187χ / 0.3048 0.04562χ 0.04562χ / 0.3048
H: Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image (cm/in) 0.06134χ 0.06134χ / 2.54 0.27437χ 0.27437χ / 2.54
S: Adjustable range of image position (cm/in) See page 46. — — ±0.20754χ ±0.20754χ / 2.54
χ : Picture diagonal size : 40''-300''
Note
• Allow a margin of error in the values in the diagrams above.
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Setting Up the Projector (Continued)
Projection (PRJ) Mode

The projector can use any of the 4 projection modes shown in the diagram below. Select the
mode most appropriate for the projection setting in use. (You can set the PRJ mode in “SCR-
ADJ” menu. See page 48.)
■ Table mounted, front projection ■ Ceiling mounted, front projection

[Menu item ➞ “Front”] [Menu item ➞ “Ceiling + Front”]
■ Table mounted, rear projection ■ Ceiling mounted, rear projection

(with a translucent screen) (with a translucent screen)
[Menu item ➞ “Rear”] [Menu item ➞ “Ceiling + Rear”]
a Ceiling-Mount Setup
It is recommended that you use the optional Sharp ceiling-mount adaptor and unit for this
installation. Before mounting the projector, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center to obtain the recommended ceiling-mount adaptor and unit (sold
separately).
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Connecting the Projector to Other Equipment
Before connecting, ensure that the power cord of the projector is unplugged from the AC outlet
and turn off the equipment to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the projector
and then the other pieces of equipment. When connecting a computer, ensure that it is the last
equipment to be turned on after all the connections are made.
• For more details of connection and cables, refer to the operation manual of the connecting equipment.
• You may need other cables or connectors not listed below.
Terminals on the Projector
Terminal on Terminal on the

Equipment Cable
connected equipment projector
Computer RGB cable (supplied) COMPUTER/
RGB COMPONENT
output
Connections
terminal
Note
• See page 66 “Computer Compatibility Chart” for a list of computer signals compatible with the
projector. Use with computer signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions to not
work.
• A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your nearest
Macintosh Dealer.
• Depending on the computer you are using, an image may not be projected unless the
computer's external output port is switched on (e.g. Press “Fn” and “F5” keys
simultaneously when using a SHARP notebook computer). Refer to the specific instructions in
your computer's operation manual to enable your computer's external output port.
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Connecting the Projector to Other Equipment (Continued)
Equipment Cable
Video equipment 3 RCA to mini D-sub 15 pin cable COMPUTER/
Component
(optional, AN-C3CP2) COMPONENT
video output
terminal
S-video S-video cable (commercially available) S-VIDEO

output
terminal
Video cable (commercially available) VIDEO

Video output
terminal
Camera/Video game Cables for a camera or a video game/3 RCA to COMPUTER/

mini D-sub 15 pin cable (optional, AN-C3CP2) COMPONENT
Component
video
output
terminal RCA adaptor plug
(commercially available)
Cables for a camera or a video game S-VIDEO

S-video
output
terminal
Cables for a camera or a video game VIDEO

Video
output
terminal
Note
• When you connect video equipment with a 21-pin RGB output (Euro-scart) to the projector, use a
commercially available cable that fits in the projector terminal you want to connect.
• The projector does not support RGBC signals via the Euro-scart.
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Equipment Cable
Audio equipment ø3.5 mm ø3.5 mm stereo or mono audio cable AUDIO 1
audio output (commercially available or available
terminal as Sharp service part QCNWGA038WJPZ)
RCA audio RCA audio cable (commercially available)

output
terminal
AUDIO 2
Cables for a camera or a video game

Audio
output
terminal
Monitor RGB RGB cable (supplied or commercially MONITOR OUT

input available)
terminal
Connections
Note
• When using the ø3.5 mm mono audio cable, the volume level will be half of when using the ø3.5 mm
stereo audio cable.
• You can select AUDIO 1 or AUDIO 2 in the INPUT list. (See page 29.)
• RGB signals and Component signals can be output to the monitor.
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Controlling the Projector by a Computer
When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-
232C adaptor (optional, AN-A1RS) and an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type,
commercially available), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status
of the projector. See page 61 for details.
When connecting to a computer using a DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor (optional,
AN-A1RS) and an RS-232C serial control cable
To RS-232C terminal
DIN-D-sub RS-232C
adaptor (optional, AN-A1RS)
Computer
To RS-232C terminal
RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commercially available)
Note
• The RS-232C function may not operate if your computer terminal is not correctly set up. Refer to the
operation manual of the computer for details.
• See pages 59 and 60 for connection of an RS-232C serial control cable.
Info
• Do not connect the RS-232C cable to a port other than the RS-232C terminal on the computer. This
may damage your computer or projector.
• Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C serial control cable to or from the computer while it is on.
This may damage your computer.
Connecting the Power Cord

Plug the supplied power cord into the
AC socket on the rear of the projector.
Then plug into AC outlet.
AC socket
Power cord To AC outlet
(supplied)
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Turning the Projector On/Off
Info
Turning the Projector On • When “Auto Restart” is set to “On”:
If the power cord is unplugged from the outlet
Note that the connections to external or the breaker switch is turned off when the
projector is on, then the projector
equipment and power outlet should be automatically turns on when the power cord
done before performing the operations is plugged into the AC outlet or the breaker
written below. (See pages 21 to 24.) switch is turned on. (See page 49.)
• English is the factory default language. If you
Open the lens shutter fully and press want to change the on-screen display to
STANDBY/ON on the projector or ON another language, change the language
on the remote control. according to the procedure on page 48.
• The power indicator illuminates green.
• After the lamp indicator illuminates, the projector Power indicator
is ready to start operation. Lamp indicator
Note STANDBY/ON button

• About the Lamp Indicator
The lamp indicator illuminates to indicate the
status of the lamp.
Green: The lamp is on.
Blinking in green: The lamp is warming up.
Red: The lamp is shut down
abnormally or the lamp should be
replaced.
• When switching on the projector, a slight
flickering 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 characteristics. It should not be
STANDBY
regarded as faulty operation.
button
• If the projector is put into Standby mode and
Operation
immediately turned on again, the lamp may
Basic
take some time to start projection.
• When System Lock is set, the keycode input ON button
box appears. To cancel the keycode setting,
input the keycode that you have already set.
See page 50 for details.
On-screen display (confirmation message)
Turning the Power Off (Putting

the Projector into Standby Mode)
Press STANDBY/ON on the projector
or STANDBY on the remote control,
then press that button again while the
confirmation message is displayed, to
Info
put the projector into Standby mode. • Direct Power Off function:
• The projector cannot be turned on while cooling. You can unplug the power cord from the AC
outlet even if the cooling fan is still running.
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Image Projection
Setup Guide screen
About the Setup Guide

After turning on the projector, the Setup
Guide screen appears to assist you with
projector setup.
Guidance items
1 FOCUS
2 HEIGHT ADJUST
3 ZOOM
Press ENTER to exit the Setup Guide

screen.
Note
• The Setup Guide screen automatically
highlights the items in the following order:
1 FOCUS 2 HEIGHT ADJUST
4 ENTER 3 ZOOM
ENTER button
However, you can adjust the focus or height
(angle) regardless of the highlighted item.
• If you do not want to display the Setup Guide
for the next time, set “Menu” - “SCR - ADJ” -
“Setup Guide” to “Off”. (See page 48.)
Adjusting the Projected Image
1 Adjusting the Focus

You can adjust the focus with the focus
ring on the projector.
Rotate the focus ring to adjust the
focus while watching the projected
image.
• Using the knob on the focus ring will make the Focus ring
adjustments easier.
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2 Adjusting the Height
The height of the projector can be
adjusted using the adjustment feet at the
front and rear of the projector.
When the screen is above the projector,
the projection image can be made higher
by adjusting the projector.
1 Lift the projector to adjust its

height while lifting the HEIGHT
ADJUST lever. Make small
adjustments.
HEIGHT ADJUST lever
2 Remove your hands from the

HEIGHT ADJUST lever of the
projector after its height has
been finely adjusted.
• The angle of projection is adjustable up to
9 degrees from the surface on which the
projector is placed.
Rear adjustment foot
3 Use the rear adjustment foot to

make the projector level.
• The projector is adjustable ±2 degrees
Operation
from the standard position. Info
Basic
• Do not apply too much pressure on the
projector when the front adjustment foot
comes out.
Note • When lowering the projector, be careful not to
• When adjusting the height of the projector, get your fingers caught in the area between
trapezoidal distortion occurs. Follow the the adjustment foot and the projector.
procedures in Keystone Correction to correct • Hold the projector firmly while lifting or carrying.
the distortion. (See pages 28 and 46.) • Do not hold by the lens area.
3 Adjusting the Picture Size Zoom ring

You can adjust the picture size using the
zoom ring on the projector.
Rotate the zoom ring to enlarge or
shrink the picture size.
• Using the knob on the zoom ring will make the
adjustments easier.
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Image Projection (Continued)
Correcting Trapezoidal
Distortion
When the image is projected either from Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
the top or from the bottom towards the
screen at an angle, the image becomes
distorted trapezoidally. The function for
correcting trapezoidal distortion is called
Keystone Correction.
Note
• The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up
RETURN button
to an angle of approximately ±40 (XR-55X)/
±20 (XR-50S) degrees and the screen can KEYSTONE button
also be set up to an angle of approximately
±40 (XR-55X)/±20 (XR-50S) degrees.
On-screen display
1 Press KEYSTONE to enter the
Keystone Correction mode.
(Keystone Correction mode)
KEYSTONE 0
ADJUST END
Shrinks upper side.

Press P/Q or O/R to adjust the (Move the slide bar in the + direction.)
2 Keystone Correction.
Note Shrinks lower side.

• To return to the default setting, press (Move the slide bar in the - direction.)
RETURN while the on-screen display of the
Keystone Correction mode is on the screen.
3 Press KEYSTONE.
• The on-screen display of the Keystone
Correction mode will disappear.
Info
• While adjusting the image using Keystone
Correction, straight lines and the edges of the
image may appear jagged.
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Switching the Input Mode INPUT buttons
Select the appropriate Input mode for the
connected equipment. AV MUTE button
Press INPUT / to display the
VOL +/– (Volume)
INPUT list.
buttons
Use INPUT / to select the Input
mode, and use O/Q to select the
audio input terminal. O/Q buttons
Adjusting the Volume

Press VOL +/– on the remote control
or –O/Q+ on the projector to adjust
the volume.
Note
• Pressing VOL–/–O will lower the volume.
• Pressing VOL+/Q+ will raise the volume.
• When the projector is connected to external
equipment, the volume level of the external
equipment changes in accordance with the
volume level of the projector. Set the projector's
volume to the lowest level when turning the
projector on/off or when changing the input signal. On-screen display
• When you do not want to output the sound
from the projector's speaker while the
Operation
projector is connected to external equipment,
Basic
set “Speaker” in the “PRJ-ADJ1” menu to
“Off”. (See page 49.)
Displaying the Black Screen

and Turning Off the Sound
Temporarily
Press AV MUTE on the remote control
or close the lens shutter to temporarily
display a black screen and turn off the
sound.
On-screen display
Note
• Pressing AV MUTE again will turn the
projected image back on.
• When you close the lens shutter, the projector will
be set to AV Mute mode and then the projector will
be turned off automatically after about 30 minutes.
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Image Projection (Continued)
Resize Mode
This function allows you to modify or customize the Resize mode to enhance the input
image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose a desired image.
Press RESIZE.
• See page 46 for setting on menu screen. RESIZE
button
COMPUTER
Main resolution NORMAL FULL NATIVE BORDER 16:9
SVGA (800 × 600) 800 × 600
1024 × 768 — 768 × 576
XGA (1024 × 768) —
XR-55X 1024 × 576
SXGA (1280 × 1024) 968 × 768 1280 × 1024 720 × 576
1024 × 768
1280 × 800 1024 × 640 1280 × 800 922 × 576
SVGA (800 × 600) —
800 × 600 —
XGA (1024 × 768) 1024 × 768 600 × 450
XR-50S 800 × 450
SXGA (1280 × 1024) 750 × 600 1280 × 1024
800 × 600
1280 × 800 800 × 500 1280 × 800 720 × 450
Input signal For 4:3 screen For 16:9 screen

Computer
Image type NORMAL FULL NATIVE BORDER 16:9
XR-55X XR-50S
Resolution Resolution
lower than lower than
XGA SVGA
XGA SVGA —*2 —*2

*1, *3 *1
Resolution Resolution 4:3 aspect ratio
higher than higher than
XGA SVGA
SXGA (1280 × 1024)
5:4 aspect ratio
*1
1280 × 720
—*2 —*2
1360 × 768 16:9 aspect ratio
1366 × 768
1280 × 768
*1 *1 *1
1280 × 800
16:10 aspect ratio
: Cutout area on which images cannot be projected

: Area where the signals are off screen
*1 The Image Shift function can be used for these images.
*2 Same as NORMAL mode
*3 For XR-50S model, “Border” cannot be selected with certain resolution selections in which the horizontal part of aspect ratio
becomes smaller than 4:3 (such as 1280 × 1024, among others).
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VIDEO/DTV
Input signal For 4:3 screen For 16:9 screen
Video/DTV Image type NORMAL AREA ZOOM V-STRETCH BORDER 16:9
*1 *1
4:3 aspect ratio
480I, 480P, *1 *1
576I, 576P,
NTSC, PAL,
SECAM Squeeze
*1 *1
Letter box
720P, 1035I,
*1
1080I, 1080P
16:9 aspect ratio
16:9 aspect ratio —*2 —*2
540P *1
(4:3 aspect ratio in 16:9)
: Cutout area on which images cannot be projected

: Area on which the image is not included in the original signals
Operation
*1 The Image Shift function can be used for these images.
Basic
*2 Same as NORMAL mode.
About Copyrights
• When using the Resize function to select an image size with a different aspect ratio to a TV
program or video image, the image will look different from its original appearance. Keep this
in mind while choosing an image size.
• The use of the Resize or Keystone Correction function to compress or stretch the image for
commercial purposes/public displays in a café, hotel, etc. may be an infringement of
copyright protected by law for copyright holders. Please use caution.
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Operating with the Remote Control
BREAK TIMER button
FREEZE button Displaying the Pointer

MAGNIFY buttons 1 Press POINTER and press P/R/
O/Q on the remote control to
POINTER button move the pointer.
• Press EFFECT to change the pointer icon
SPOT button (5 types).
Star Finger1 Finger2 Heart Underline
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
EFFECT button
PICTURE MODE button
ECO+QUIET button
2 Press POINTER again.
• The pointer will disappear.
AUTO SYNC button
Using the Spot Function

Displaying and Setting the
Break Timer 1 Press SPOT and press P/R/O/Q
on the remote control to move
the spot area.
1 Press BREAK TIMER.
• The timer starts to count down from 5
• Press EFFECT to change the spot area
size (3 types).
minutes.
1/9 1/25 1/8
On-screen display
2 Press P/R/O/Q to adjust the 2 Press SPOT again.

length of the break time. • The spot area will disappear.
• Increases with P or Q
5 minutes ➞ 6 minutes ➞ 60 minutes
• Shortens with O or R
4 minutes ➞ 3 minutes ➞1 minute
• The break time can be set in units of one Switching the Eco+Quiet
minute (up to 60 minutes).
Mode
Canceling the break timer display function
Press ECO+QUIET to switch the
Press BREAK TIMER. Eco+Quiet mode between on and off.
• When the Eco+Quiet Mode is set to “ON”, the
sound of the cooling fan will turn down, the power
Note consumption will decrease, and the lamp life will
extend.
• The Break Timer is not available while the
projector is operating the following functions.
- Auto Sync Note
- Freeze
- AV Mute • Refer to “Eco+Quiet” on page 43 for details.
- Input Search
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Auto Sync Displaying an Enlarged
(Auto Sync Adjustment) Portion of an Image
Auto Sync function works when detecting Graphs, tables and other portions of
input signal after the projector turns on. projected images can be enlarged. This
is helpful when providing more detailed
Press AUTO SYNC to manually adjust explanations.
with Auto Sync function.
1 Press MAGNIFY on the
remote control.
Note
• Enlarges the image.
• When the optimum image cannot be achieved • Pressing or MAGNIFY enlarges
with Auto Sync adjustment, use manual or reduces the projected image.
adjustments. (See page 44.)
Note
Press .
×1 ×2 ×3 ×4
Freezing a Moving Image
Press .
1 Press FREEZE.
• The projected image is frozen. • You can change the location of the
enlarged image using P, R, O and Q.
2 Press FREEZE again to return to

the moving image from the
currently connected device.
2 Press RETURN on the remote
control to cancel the operation.
• The magnification then returns to ×1.
Note
• The selectable magnifications differ
Selecting the Picture Mode depending on the input signal.
• In the following cases, the image will
You can select the appropriate Picture return to the normal size (×1).
mode for the projected image, such as - When switching the Input mode.
movie or video game. - When RETURN has been pressed.
Features
- When the input signal is changed.

Useful
Press PICTURE MODE. - When the input signal resolution and

• When pressing PICTURE MODE, the Picture refresh rate (vertical frequency)
mode changes in the following order: change.
- When the Resize mode is changed.
STANDARD PRESENTATION MOVIE GAME sRGB*
Note
• See page 41 for details on the Picture mode.
* “sRGB” is displayed only when RGB signal is input.
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Operating with the Remote Control (Continued)
Using the Remote Control as the Wireless Computer Mouse

When connecting the projector and the computer with a USB cable, you can use the
remote control as the computer mouse.
If the computer is placed too far away from the projector to be connected via the USB
cable, the remote receiver (optional, AN-MR2) makes it possible to operate the
projector with the remote control. For details, see the operation manual of the
receiver.
Connecting with a USB cable
Computer
Remote receiver
To USB terminal
To USB terminal (optional, AN-MR2)
or
USB cable
(commercially available or available as
Sharp service part QCNWGA014WJPZ)
The mouse pointer can be PAGE UP/

operated in the following way PAGE DOWN buttons
after it is connected. MOUSE/Adjustment
buttons (
//?/_)
■ When moving the cursor
Press MOUSE/Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q).
■ When left-clicking
Press L-CLICK.
■ When right-clicking
Press R-CLICK. R-CLICK button
■ When your computer supports only a

one-click mouse (such as Macintosh)
Press L-CLICK or R-CLICK.
L-CLICK and R-CLICK have common function. L-CLICK button
■ When using [Page Up] or [Page Down]

Same as the [Page Up] and [Page Down] keys
on a computer keyboard.
Press PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN.
Note
• This function only works with the Microsoft® Windows® OS and Mac OS® that support USB.
• You cannot use this function when displaying the menu screen.
• Confirm that the computer recognizes the USB connection.
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Menu Items
The following shows the items that can be set in the projector.
“Quick Start Menu” “Picture” menu

Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu
Quick Start Menu Input Search Start Picture Picture Mode Standard
Presentation
Page 39 Page 41 Page 41 Movie
Game
Resolution sRGB*1
Page 39
Resize Normal Contrast -30 +30
Full
Page 39 Native Bright -30 +30
Area Zoom
V-Stretch Color -30 +30 *2
Border
16:9 Tint -30 +30 *2
Sharp -30 +30 *2

Keystone -80 +80
Red -30 +30
Page 39
Blue -30 +30
Eco + Quiet [On/Off]
Page 39 Page 42
Language English polski
Deutsch Magyar
Page 39 Español Türkçe
Nederlands
CLR Temp -1 1
Français
Italiano
Svenska
Page 42
Português BrilliantColor™ 0 2
Page 42
Information
C.M.S. Setting [On/Off]
Page 39 Page 42
Go To Complete Menu
C.M.S.
Page 39 Page 42
Film Mode Auto
*2 Off
Page 43
DNR Level 1
Level 2
Page 43 Level 3
Eco+Quiet [On/Off]
Page 43
Reset
C.M.S.-Hue R -30 +30
Page 42 Y -30 +30

Features
C.M.S.-Saturation G -30 +30

Useful
Page 42 C -30 +30
C.M.S.-Value B -30 +30
Page 42 M -30 +30
Reset
Reset
Return
*1 Item when inputting RGB signal through

COMPUTER.
*2 Items when inputting component signal through
COMPUTER, or when selecting S-VIDEO or VIDEO.
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Menu Items (Continued)
“Signal adjustment (SIG-ADJ)” menu “Screen adjustment (SCR-ADJ)” menu

Main menu Sub menu Main menu Sub menu
SIG-ADJ Clock -150 +150 *3 SCR - ADJ Resize Normal
Full
Page 44 Phase -30 +30 *3 Page 46 Page 46 Native
H-Pos -150 +150 *4 Image Shift Area Zoom
V-Stretch
V-Pos -60 +60 *4 -96 +96 *7
Border
-75 +75 *8 16:9
Reset *4
Page 44 Page 46
Keystone
Resolution -80 +80 *7

-40 +40 *8
Page 44
Signal Type Auto
Page 46
*5 RGB Overscan [On/Off]
Page 44 YPbPr
Page 47
Video System Auto OSD Display [On/Off]
*6
PAL
Page 45 SECAM Page 47
NTSC4.43
NTSC3.58 Closed Caption Off
PAL-M CC1
PAL-N Page 47 CC2
PAL-60
Background Logo
Video Setup 0 IRE Blue
7.5 IRE Page 48 None
Page 45
Signal Info Setup Guide [On/Off]
Page 45 Page 48
PRJ Mode Front
*3 Items when inputting RGB signal through Ceiling + Front
COMPUTER/COMPONENT. Page 48 Rear
Ceiling + Rear
*4 Items when inputting COMPUTER/COMPONENT.
*5 Item when selecting COMPUTER/COMPONENT. Wall Color Off
*6 Item when selecting S-VIDEO or VIDEO. Page 48 Blackboard
Whiteboard
Language English polski

Deutsch Magyar
Page 48 Español Türkçe
Nederlands
Français
Italiano
Svenska
Português
*7 Adjustment range for XR-55X.

*8 Adjustment range for XR-50S.
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“Projector adjustment (PRJ-ADJ1/2)” menu
Main menu Sub menu
PRJ-ADJ1 Auto Sync [On/Off]
Page 49 Page 49
Auto Power Off [On/Off]
Page 49
Auto Restart [On/Off]
Page 49
Speaker [On/Off]
Page 49
RS-232C 9600bps
38400bps
Page 49 115200bps
Fan Mode Normal

High
Page 50
System Lock
[Enable/Disable]
Page 50
Keylock [On/Off]
Page 51
Main menu Sub menu

PRJ-ADJ2 Quick Start Menu [On/Off]
Page 49 Page 51
FUNCTION Button Input Search
Audio Mute
Page 51 Image Shift
Signal Info
STANDBY Mode Quick Start

Eco
Page 52
DLP® LinkTM [On/Off] *9
Page 52
DLP® LinkTM Invert *9
Page 52
All Reset
Page 52
Lamp Timer (Life)
Features
Page 52
Useful
*9 This item is available for XR-55X only.
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Using the Menu Screen
Select from the Quick Start Menu, which is a collection of the most frequently used
functions, or the Complete Menu, which enables advanced settings and adjustments.
Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q)

ENTER button
MENU button
ENTER button
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
RETURN button
• Press RETURN to return
to the previous screen
when the menu is
displayed.
MENU button
Menu Selections (Quick Start Menu)

Example
1 Press MENU.
• The “Quick Start Menu” screen for the Quick Start Menu
selected Input mode is displayed. Input Search Start
Resolution 1024×768
2 Press P or R to select the Resize Normal

Keystone 0
desired item, then press ENTER. Eco+Quiet Off
Language English
Information
3 Press P/R/O/Q to adjust the
Go To Complete Menu…
item selected, then press
ENTER.
Info
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
• To display the advanced settings and
adjustments, select “Go To Complete Menu”.
Press ENTER to display the Complete Menu
screen.
• If you do not want to display the Quick Start
Menu, set “Go To Complete Menu” - “PRJ-ADJ2”
- “Quick Start Menu” to “Off”. (See page 51.)
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Quick Start Menu
The following items can be configured on the Quick Start Menu.
Selectable items Description

Input Search Start Automatically searches for and switches to the appropriate Input mode.
Pressing an operation button during input searching cancels the search.
Resolution Manually change the resolution.
Use this function when the image and screen size do not match with the
resolution selected automatically. (See page 44.)
Resize Changes the Resize mode.
Use this function to stretch the image vertically or horizontally or when the
edges of the image cannot be seen. (See page 46.)
Keystone Corrects the keystone distortion of projected images.
Use this function to correct the trapezoidal distortion of images caused when
projecting images at an angle to the screen. (See page 46.)
Eco+Quiet When set to “On”, this function reduces the cooling fan noise and power
consumption, thereby prolonging the operating life of the lamp. (See page 43.)
Language Selects the language displayed on the screen. (See page 48.)
Information Displays the input signal, lamp use time, remaining lamp life, etc.
Go To Complete Menu Displays the Complete Menu for advanced settings and adjustments.
Note
• The setting of Resize mode will be made independently for each Input mode.
• The setting of Eco+Quiet mode will be made independently for each Input mode and each Picture mode.
Menu Selections (Complete Menu)

Example: Adjusting “Bright”.
1 Press MENU.
• The “Quick Start Menu” screen is
Example: “Picture” screen menu for
COMPUTER (RGB) input
displayed. Menu item
Features
Picture SIG SCR PRJ1 PRJ2

2 Press P or R to select “Go To
Useful
Picture Mode Standard

Complete Menu”. Contrast 0
Bright 0
Red 0
3 Press Q or O and select Blue 0
“Picture” to adjust. CLR Temp 0
BrilliantColor TM 1
C.M.S. Setting On
C.M.S.
Info Level 2
DNR
• When “PRJ-ADJ2” - “Quick Start Menu” is Eco+Quiet Off
set to “On”, pressing MENU displays the Reset
Quick Start Menu screen. SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
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Using the Menu Screen (Continued)
4 Press P or R and select “Bright” Picture SIG SCR PRJ1 PRJ2

to adjust. Picture Mode Standard
• The selected item is highlighted. Contrast 0
Bright 0
Red 0
Blue 0
CLR Temp 0
BrilliantColor TM 1
C.M.S. Setting On
C.M.S.
DNR Level 2
Eco+Quiet Off
Reset
SEL./ADJ. Single ADJ END
Items to be adjusted
Pict. SIG SCR-ADJ PRJ1 PRJ2

Resize Normal
To adjust the projected Image Shift 0
image while watching it Keystone 0
Press ENTER.
• The selected item (e.g. “Bright”) is
displayed by itself at the bottom of the
Press ENTER.
screen.
• When pressing P or R, the following item The item displayed by itself
(“Red” after “Bright”) will be displayed.
Picture
Bright 0
Note SEL./ADJ. Rtn. Menu END
• Press ENTER again to return to the
previous screen.
5 Press O or Q to adjust the item Picture SIG SCR PRJ1 PRJ2

selected. Picture Mode Standard
• The adjustment is stored. Contrast 0
Bright 15
Red 0
Blue 0
CLR Temp 0
BrilliantColor TM 1
C.M.S. Setting On
C.M.S.
DNR Level 2
6 Press MENU.
• The menu screen will disappear.
Eco+Quiet
Reset
Off
SEL./ADJ. Single ADJ END
Note
• The MENU button is not available while the projector is operating:
- Auto Sync/Break Timer/Freeze/AV Mute/Input Search
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Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu)
Menu operation n Page 39
Q PAGE1 Q PAGE2
Picture SIG SCR PRJ1 PRJ2 Picture SIG SCR PRJ1 PRJ2
1 Picture Mode Standard Picture Mode Standard
Contrast 0
Bright 0 3 CLR Temp 0
Color 0 2 BrilliantColor TM 1
2 Tint 0 C.M.S. Setting On
Sharp 0
4
C.M.S.
Red 0 5 Film Mode Auto
Blue 0 6 DNR Level 2
7 Eco+Quiet Off
Reset
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
1 Selecting the Picture Mode
Selectable The default settings of each item when selecting Picture Mode
Description
items CLR Temp BrilliantColorTM Eco+Quiet
Standard For standard image 0 1 Off
Presentation Brightens portions of image for 0 2 Off
more enhanced presentations.
Movie Gives natural tint to the –1 0 On
projected image.
Game Gives sharpness to the 0 1 Off
projected image.
*sRGB For high fidelity reproduction of – – Off
images from a computer.
• “sRGB” is displayed only when RGB signal is input.

• You can set or adjust each item in the “Picture” menu to your preference. Any changes you make are
retained in memory.
Note
• You can also press PICTURE MODE on the remote control to select the Picture mode. (See page 33.)
• *sRGB is an international standard of color reproduction regulated by the IEC (International
Electrotechnical Commission). As the fixed color area has been decided by the IEC, the images are
Features
displayed in a natural tint based on an original image, when “sRGB” is selected.

Useful
You cannot set the items, “Red”, “Blue”, “CLR Temp”, “BrilliantColorTM”, when “sRGB” is selected.
Info
• When “sRGB” is selected, the projected image may become dark, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.
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Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu)
(Continued)
2 Adjusting the Image 4 Adjusting the Colors

Adjustment
This function adjusts each of the six main
O button Q button colors that comprise the color wheel, altering
items
Contrast For less For more their “Hue”, “Saturation”, or “Value”.
contrast. contrast.
Bright For less For more
brightness. brightness. C.M.S.-Hue Sets the hue of the main colors.
Color*1 For less color For more color C.M.S.-Saturation Sets the saturation of the main
intensity. intensity.
colors
Tint*1 For making skin For making skin
tones purplish. tones greenish. C.M.S.-Value Sets the brightness of the main
Sharp*1 For less For more colors.
sharpness. sharpness. Reset The adjustments of “Hue”,
Red*2 For weaker red. For stronger “Saturation” and “Value” of all
red. colors are reset to the default
Blue*2 For weaker For stronger setting.
blue. blue.
BrilliantColor™*2 *3 For making the For making the Return Returns to the “Picture” menu
effect weaker. effect stronger. screen.
*1 Not displayed in the RGB input mode. Adjusting “Hue”, “Saturation”, or “Value”.
*2 Not adjustable/selectable when selecting “sRGB”. 1 Select “On” for “C.M.S. Setting” in the “Picture”
*3 BrilliantColor™ uses Texas Instruments' menu and then press ENTER.
BrilliantColor™ technology. As the BrilliantColor™
level is increased, the image becomes brighter 2 Select “C.M.S.” in the “Picture” menu and then
while the color reproduction is kept at a high level. press ENTER.
3 Press P or R to select either “Hue”, “Saturation”, or
“Value” and then press ENTER.
Note 4 Select the color to be adjusted with P or R and
• “Red”, “Blue”, “BrilliantColorTM” and “CLR adjust it with O or Q.
Temp” cannot be set when “sRGB” is
selected. Example of adjusting the “Hue”
• To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset” Main colors O button Q button
and press ENTER.
R (Red) Closer to magenta Closer to yellow
Y (Yellow) Closer to red Closer to green
3 Adjusting the Color G (Green) Closer to yellow Closer to cyan

C (Cyan) Closer to green Closer to blue
Temperature
B (Blue) Closer to cyan Closer to magenta
Selectable M (Magenta) Closer to blue Closer to red
Description
items
• When “Saturation” is selected, the selected
For lower color temperature for color becomes
–1 warmer, reddish incandescent-like
images.
O: lighter. Q: thicker.
0 • When “Value” is selected, the selected color
becomes
1 For higher color temperature for O: darker. Q: brighter.
cooler, bluish, fluorescent-like images. • To reset the adjustment values of each color to
the default settings, select “Reset” and press
ENTER.
Note
• Values on “CLR Temp” are only for general
standard purposes.
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5 Selecting the Film Mode 7 Eco+Quiet

This function provides high-quality playback
Selectable
of images originally projected at 24 fps, such items
Brightness and Power consumption
as movies on DVDs.
On Approx. 75%
Selectable Off 100%
Description
items
Auto Films are detected automatically.
Off Films are not detected. Note
• When “Eco+Quiet” is set to “On”, the fan
sound and power consumption are lower than
Note they are when “Off” is selected. (Projection
brightness decreases as shown in the chart.)
• This function is available for the following
signals.
With COMPUTER/COMPONENT input:
- 480I
- 576I
- 1035I (XR-55X only)
- 1080I (XR-55X only)
With S-VIDEO or VIDEO input:
- All signals
6 Reducing Image Noise (DNR)

Video digital noise reduction (DNR) provides
high quality images with minimal dot crawl
and cross color noise.
Selectable
Description
items
Level 1
Sets the DNR level for viewing a
Level 2
clearer picture.
Level 3
Note
Features
Useful
• This function is not available for some signals.
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Signal Adjustment (“SIG-ADJ” Menu)
Pict. SIG-ADJ SCR PRJ1 PRJ2

Clock 0
Phase 0
1 H-Pos 0
V-Pos 0
Reset
2 Resolution 1024 x 768
3 Signal Type Auto
4 Video System Auto

5 Video Setup 0 IRE
Signal Info 1024 x 768
6 H 48.3 kHz / V 60.0 Hz
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
1 Adjusting the Computer Image 3 Signal Type Setting

If the optimum image cannot be obtained with This function allows you to select the input signal
Auto Sync adjustment, use the SIG-ADJ function. type RGB or Component for COMPUTER/
COMPONENT.
Selectable
Description
items Selectable
Description
items
Clock Adjusts vertical noise.
Auto Input signals are automatically
Phase Adjusts horizontal noise (similar to
recognized as RGB or component.
tracking on your VCR).
RGB Set when RGB signals are received.
H-Pos Centers the on-screen image by
moving it to the left or right. YPbPr Set when Component signals are
received.
V-Pos Centers the on-screen image by
moving it up or down.
Note
• To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset”
and press ENTER.
• The adjustable range of “H-Pos” (H-Position)
and “V-Pos” (V-Position) may vary depending
on the screen resolution of the computer.
2 Resolution Setting
Ordinarily, the type of input signal is detected and
the correct Resolution mode is automatically
selected. However, for some signals, the optimal
Resolution mode in “Resolution” may need to be
selected to match the computer display mode.
Note
• See “Checking the Input Signal” on page 45
for information on the currently selected input
signal.
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4 Setting the Video System 6 Checking the Input Signal

The video input system mode is factory preset This function allows you to check the current
to “Auto”; however, a clear picture from the input signal information.
connected audio-visual equipment may not be
received, depending on the Video signal
difference.
In that case, switch the Video signal.
Selectable items
Auto
PAL
SECAM
*NTSC4.43
NTSC3.58
PAL-M
PAL-N
PAL -60
* When reproducing NTSC signals in PAL

video equipment.
Note
• The Video signal can only be set in S-VIDEO
or VIDEO mode.
• When “Video System” is set to “Auto”, you
may not receive a clear picture due to signal
differences. Should this occur, switch to the
video system of the source signal.
5 Setting the Video Setup

Selectable
Description
items
0 IRE Sets the black level to 0 IRE.
Features
Useful
7.5 IRE Sets the black level to 7.5 IRE.
Note
signals.
With COMPUTER/COMPONENT input:
- 480I
With S-VIDEO or VIDEO input:
- NTSC3.58
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Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR-ADJ” Menu)
Pict. SIG SCR-ADJ PRJ1 PRJ2
1 Resize Normal
2 Image Shift 0
3 Keystone 0
4 Overscan On
5 OSD Display On
6 Closed Caption Off
7 Background Logo
8 Setup Guide On
9 PRJ Mode Front
0 Wall Color Off
Language English
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
1 Setting the Resize Mode 3 Keystone Correction

Use this function to stretch the image When the image is projected either from the top
vertically or horizontally or when the edges of or from the bottom towards the screen at an
the image cannot be seen. angle, the image becomes distorted trapezoidally.
The function for correcting trapezoidal distortion
is called Keystone Correction.
Note
• For details of the Resize mode, see pages Select “Keystone” on the “SCR-ADJ”
30 and 31. menu and adjust with the slide bar.
• You can also press RESIZE on the remote See page 28 for details of Keystone Correction.
control to set the Resize mode. (See page 30.)
Q button O button
2 Adjusting the Image

Position
You can move the projected image vertically.
Note
• The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up
to an angle of approximately ±40 (XR-55X)/
±20 (XR-50S) degrees.
• You can also press KEYSTONE on the
remote control to adjust Keystone Correction.
O button Q button
Note
• This function only works in some Resize
modes. (See pages 30 and 31.)
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4 Setting the Overscan 6 Closed Caption

This function allows you to set the overscan area <For Americas only>
(display area).
Selectable
Info
Description • This function is available for NTSC3.58 signal.
items
• This function does not work when the Resize
On The input area is displayed without the mode is set to “Border”.
screen edges. • This function is available in the following cases
Off The whole input area is displayed. only:
Resize mode Keystone Correction
Note Normal
Area Zoom -40 − +40
V-Stretch
signals.
With COMPUTER/COMPONENT input: 16:9 -12 − +12
- 480P
- 540P
- 576P • “Closed Caption” is a system which allows
- 720P conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV
- 1035I programs (Limited regions) and home videos to
- 1080I/1080P be viewed as captions on the screen.
• If noise appears at the screen edges when • Not all programs and videos will offer closed
“Off” is selected, set the function to “On”. captioning. Please look for the symbol to
• Also see “About Copyrights” on page 31. ensure that captions will be shown.
• Two channels are available: CC1 and CC2.
5 Setting the On-screen Selectable Description

items
Display Off —
Selectable CC1 Closed Caption mode for CH1 data
Description
items
CC2 Closed Caption mode for CH2 data
On All on-screen displays are displayed.
Off VOLUME/AV MUTE/FREEZE/AUTO
SYNC/RESIZE/PICTURE MODE/ Note
ECO+QUIET/MAGNIFY/Input Search/ • Closed Caption may malfunction (white blocks,
Audio Mute/“An invalid button has strange characters, etc.) if signal conditions are
been pressed.” are not displayed. poor or if there are problems at the broadcast
source. This does not necessarily indicate a
Features
problem with the projector.

Useful
• If any button is pressed to call up the on-

screen display while viewing a Closed Caption
broadcast, the closed captions will disappear.
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Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR-ADJ” Menu)
(Continued)
7 Selecting the Background 0 Selecting the Wall Color

Image This function allows you to project the image
to a colored (white or dark green) surface or
Selectable items Description wall without using a screen.
Logo Sharp logo screen
Blue Blue screen
Off The Wall Color function is not
None — activated.
Blackboard Projects images onto a
blackboard (dark green).
8 Selecting the Setup Guide Whiteboard Projects images onto a
whiteboard.
On Displaying the Setup Guide
when turning the projector on. Selecting the On-screen
Off Not displaying the Setup Guide. Display Language
The projector can switch the on-screen
9 Reversing/Inverting display language among 17 languages.
Projected Images English polski
Deutsch Magyar
Selectable items Description Español Türkçe
Nederlands
Front Normal image (Projected from
Français
the front of the screen)
Italiano
Ceiling + Front Inverted image (Projected from Svenska
the front of the screen with an Português
inverted projector)
Rear Reversed image (Projected from
the rear of the screen or with a
mirror)
Ceiling + Rear Reversed and inverted image
(Projected with a mirror)
See page 20 for details of Projection (PRJ) Mode.
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Adjusting the Projector Function (“PRJ-ADJ1/2” Menu)
Q PRJ-ADJ1 Q PRJ-ADJ2
Pict. SIG SCR PRJ-ADJ1 PRJ2 Pict. SIG SCR PRJ1 PRJ-ADJ2
1 Auto Sync On 9 Quick Start Menu On
2 Auto Power Off On
3 Auto Restart On 0 FUNCTION Button Input Search
4 Speaker On STANDBY Mode Quick Start
5 RS-232C 9600bps
6 Fan Mode Normal
DLP® Link TM Off
7 System Lock Disable
DLP® Link TM Invert
8 Keylock Off
All Reset
Lamp Timer(Life) 0 h 0 min 100%

SEL./ADJ. ENTER END SEL./ADJ. ENTER END
1 Auto Sync (Auto Sync 3 Auto Restart Function

Adjustment)
Selectable
Description
Selectable items
Description
items
On If the power cord is unplugged from the
On Auto Sync adjustment will occur when outlet or the breaker switch is turned off
the projector is turned on or when the when the projector is on, then the
input signals are switched, when projector automatically turns on when
connected to a computer. the power cord is plugged into the AC
Off Auto Sync adjustment is not outlet or the breaker switch is turned on.
automatically performed. Off The projector does not turn on
automatically when the power cord is
plugged into the AC outlet or the
Note breaker switch is turned on.
• Auto Sync adjustment is also performed by
pressing AUTO SYNC.
• The Auto Sync adjustment may take some
time to complete, depending on the image of
4 Speaker Setting
the computer connected to the projector.
• When the optimum image cannot be achieved Selectable
Description
with Auto Sync adjustment, use manual items
adjustments. (See page 44.) On The audio signal is output from the
internal speaker.
2 Auto Power Off Function Off The audio signal is not output from the
internal speaker.
Features
Selectable
Useful
Description
items
On When no input signal is detected for
5 Selecting the Transmission
more than 15 minutes, the projector will Speed (RS-232C)
automatically enter Standby mode.
Make sure that both the projector and
Off The Auto Power Off function will be
disabled. computer are set for the same baud rate.
Selectable
Description
items
Note
9600bps Transmission speed is slow.
• When the Auto Power Off function is set to
“On”, 5 minutes before the projector enters 38400bps
Standby mode, the message “Enter STANDBY
115200bps Transmission speed is rapid.
mode in X min.” will appear on the screen to
indicate the remaining minutes.
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(Continued)
6 Fan Mode Setting

Note
This function changes the fan rotation speed. • If you input a wrong keycode, the cursor returns to
Selectable the first point of the “Old Code”.
Description • The preset keycode is 4 R buttons on the
items
projector. When you press the R button four
Normal Suitable for normal environments. times, the keycord input screen disappears.
High Set when using the projector at
altitudes of approximately 1,500 meters
(4,900 feet) or more.
4 Press the 4 buttons on the remote
control or on the projector to enter
When “Fan Mode” is set to “High”, the fan rotation
speeds up, and the fan noise becomes louder. the new keycode in “New Code”.
7 System Lock Function Note

• You cannot use the following buttons
This function prevents unauthorized use of the for keycode: STANDBY/ON, ON,
projector. Once this function is activated, STANDBY, ENTER, L-CLICK, R-
users must enter the correct keycode each CLICK/RETURN and MENU
time the projector is turned on. We suggest • System Lock function recognizes
you record the keycode in a safe place each button on the remote control
where only authorized users have access. or on the projector as an individual
button, even if they share the same
button name. If you used the buttons
Info on the projector in setting your
keycode, the keycode cannot be
• If you lose or forget your keycode, contact canceled with the remote control.
your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center (see page 69). Even
if the product warranty is valid, the keycode PRJ - ADJ1
reset will incur a charge. Setting the System Lock
Old Code ****

– – – –
a Setting/Changing the Keycode
New Code
Reconfirm – – – –
1 Select “System Lock”, then press

ENTER or Q.
5 Enter the same keycode in “Re-
confirm”.
2 Select “Next”, then press ENTER.
• The screen for entering the keycode
appears. Note
To cancel the keycode that you have
3 Press the 4 buttons on the remote
control or on the projector to enter
already set
• Press R on the projector for four times in
the preset keycode in “Old Code”. steps 4 and 5 above.
• When setting the keycode for the first time, When the System Lock is set
press R on the projector for four times. • When System Lock is set, the keycode input
PRJ - ADJ1
screen appears after the power is turned on.
Setting the System Lock
When it appears, enter the right keycode to
start projection.
Old Code – – – –
– – – –
Input screen for keycode
New Code
– – – –
Reconfirm
System Lock – – – –
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8 Keylock Function Taking the Keylock Off

Hold down ENTER on the projector for about
Use this function to lock the operation buttons 5 seconds.
on the projector.
This function can be set using either the menu On-screen display
screen or ENTER on the projector.
a Setting with the menu screen
Selectable
Description
Info
items
• Even when Keylock function is set to “On”,
On All buttons on the projector, except STANDBY/ON on the projector can be used
STANDBY/ON, are locked. to turn on and off the power.
Off Turns off the Keylock function. • Keylock cannot be set while the projector is:
displaying the “Setup Guide” or “Menu”
screens, in Standby mode, warming up,
a Setting with the projector buttons changing input signals, operating the Auto
Locking the Operation Buttons Sync or Input Search function, in Freeze
mode or on the “System Lock” screen during
1 Hold down ENTER on the
projector for about 5 seconds
warming up.
while the projector is being

turned on. 9 Selecting the Quick
• The Keylock function screen is displayed.
Start Menu
PRJ - ADJ1
Use this function to lock the operation buttons
on the projector.
(Except STANDBY/ON button) On Pressing MENU displays the
Quick Start Menu screen.
Note: You can release the keylock by holding
down ENTER on the projector for about 5 seconds. Off Pressing MENU displays the
Return
Complete Menu screen.
On
SEL. ENTER END 0 Setting the FUNCTION

Button Operation
2 Select “On”, then press ENTER. You can assign one of the following functions
to the FUNCTION button on the remote con-
trol. The assigned function can be performed
On-screen display
by just pressing FUNCTION.
Features
Useful

Input Search Automatically searches for and
• The Keylock function does not affect the switches to the appropriate Input
operation with the remote control buttons. mode.
• You cannot use the Keylock function while the
Audio Mute For temporarily turning off the
projector is warming up. sound. Press FUNCTION again
to turn on the sound
Image Shift For moving the projected image
vertically. (See page 46.)
Signal Info Input signal information is
displayed.
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(Continued)
STANDBY Mode Checking the Lamp

When set to “Eco”, power consumption is
Life Status
reduced in Standby mode. You can confirm the cumulative lamp usage
time and the remaining lamp life (percentage).
Selectable
Description
items
Lamp usage condition Remaining lamp life
Eco The monitor output and RS-232C are
switched off in Standby mode. “Life” 100% 5%
Operated exclusively Approx. Approx.
Quick Start The monitor output and RS-232C are
with “Eco+Quiet” 4,000 hours 200 hours
activated even if the projector is in
set to “On”
Standby mode.
Operated exclusively Approx. Approx.
with “Eco+Quiet” 2,000 hours 100 hours
DLP® LinkTM (XR-55X only) set to “Off”

STEREOSCOPIC 3D PROJECTION provided Note
separately. • It is recommended that the lamp be changed
when the remaining lamp life becomes 5%.
DLP® LinkTM Invert • The lamp life may vary depending on the
usage condition.
(XR-55X only)
STEREOSCOPIC 3D PROJECTION provided
separately.
Returning to the Default

Settings
This function allows you to initialize the
settings you have made in the projector.
Note
• The following items or menu cannot be
initialized.
- Resolution
- Language
- Lamp Timer (Life)
- System Lock
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Maintenance
Cleaning the projector Cleaning the lens
■ Ensure that you have unplugged the power ■ Use a commercially available blower or lens
cord before cleaning the projector. cleaning paper (for glasses and camera
■ The cabinet as well as the operation panel is lenses) for cleaning the lens. Do not use any
made of plastic. Avoid using benzene or liquid type cleaning agents, as they may
thinner, as these can damage the finish on wear off the coating film on the surface of the
the cabinet. lens.
■ Do not use volatile agents such as ■ As the surface of the lens can easily get
insecticides on the projector. damaged, be careful not to scrape or hit the
Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the lens.
projector for long periods.
The effects of some of the agents in the
plastic may cause damage to the quality or
finish of the projector.
■ Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth.
Using a chemical cloth (wet/dry sheet type
cloth, etc.) may deform the components of
the cabinet or cause cracking.
■ Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong
force may scratch the cabinet surface.
■ When the dirt is hard to remove, soak a cloth
in a mild detergent diluted with water, wring
the cloth well and then wipe the projector.
Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, Cleaning the exhaust and intake vents
warp or damage the coating on the projector. ■ Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the
Make sure to test on a small, inconspicuous exhaust vent and the intake vent.
area on the projector before use.
Mil
dd
ete
rge
nt
Mild detergent diluted

with water
Info
• If you want to clean the air vents during
projector operation, ensure you press
STANDBY/ON on the projector or
STANDBY on the remote control and put the
Thinner projector into Standby mode. After the
Wax
cooling fan has stopped, clean the vents.
Appendix
53
Maintenance Indicators
■ The warning lights (power indicator, lamp indicator and temperature warning indicator) on the
projector indicate problems inside the projector.
■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will
illuminate red, and the projector will enter Standby mode. After the projector has entered
Standby mode, follow the procedures given below.
Top View Temperature warning indicator

Lamp indicator
Power indicator
About the temperature warning indicator
If the temperature inside the projector increases, due to blockage of the air vents, or the setting
location, the temperature warning indicator will blink. And if the temperature keeps on rising,
“ ” will illuminate in the lower left corner of the picture with the temperature warning
indicator blinking. If this state continues, the lamp will turn off, the cooling fan will run and then
the projector will enter Standby mode. When you find the temperature warning indicator
blinking, be sure 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” will
be displayed on the screen. When the percentage becomes 0%, it will change to (red), the
lamp will automatically turn off and then the projector will automatically enter Standby mode.
At this time, the lamp indicator will illuminate in red.
■ If you try to turn on the projector a fourth time without replacing the lamp, the
projector will not turn on.
Indicators on the Projector

Power indicator Red on Normal (Standby)
Green on Normal (Power on)
Red blinks Abnormal (See page 55.)
Green blinks Normal (Cooling)
Green and orange The lens shutter is closed. (See page 29.)
blink alternately
Lamp indicator Green on Normal
Green blinks The lamp is warming up.
Red on The lamp is shut down abnormally or requires to be
changed. (See page 55.)
Temperature Off Normal
warning indicator Red on/Red blinks The internal temperature is abnormally high. (See page 55.)
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Maintenance indicator
Problem Cause Possible Solution
Normal Abnormal
Temperature Off Red blinks The internal • Temperatures • Use the projector in an
warning (On)/ temperature is around the projector area with a temperature of
indicator Red on abnormally high. are high. lower than 95°F (+35ºC).
(Standby) • Blocked air intake • Relocate the projector to
an area with proper
ventilation. (See page 8.)
• Cooling fan • Take the projector to your
breakdown nearest Sharp Authorized
• Internal circuit failure Projector Dealer or Service
• Clogged air intake Center (see page 69) for
repair.
Lamp Green on Red on The lamp does • The lamp is shut • Disconnect the power cord
indicator (Green not illuminate. down abnormally. from the AC outlet, and
blinks then connect it again.
when the
Time to change • Remaining lamp life • Carefully replace the lamp.
lamp is
the lamp. becomes 5% or less. (See page 56.)
warming
• Take the projector to your
up.) Red on The lamp does • Burnt-out lamp
nearest Sharp Authorized
(Standby) not illuminate. • Lamp circuit failure
Projector Dealer or Service
Center (see page 69) for
repair.
• Please exercise care when
replacing the lamp.
• Securely install the cover.
Power Green on/ Red blinks The power • The lamp unit cover • If the power indicator blinks
indicator Red on indicator blinks in is open. in red even when the lamp
Green red when the unit cover are securely
blinks projector is on. installed, contact your
(Cooling) nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service
Center (see page 69) for
advice.
Info
• If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters Standby mode, follow the
possible solutions above and then 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 off for a brief moment due to power outage or some other cause while using
the projector, and the power supply recovers immediately after that, the lamp indicator will illuminate
in red and the lamp may not be lit. In this case, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, replace
the power cord in the AC outlet and then turn the power on again.
• The cooling fan keeps the internal temperature of the projector constant and this function is
controlled automatically. The sound of the cooling fan may change during operation because the fan
speed may change and this is not a malfunction.
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55
Regarding the Lamp
Lamp
■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes
5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality. The lamp life
(percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. (See page 52.)
■ Purchase a replacement lamp of type AN-D350LP from your place of purchase, nearest Sharp
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:

The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90-day parts and labor limited
warranty. All service of this projector under warranty, including lamp replacement,
must be obtained through a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center,
please call toll-free: 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277).
Hg LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY For State Lamp Disposal
Information
www.lamprecycle.org or 1-800-BE-SHARP U.S.A ONLY
Caution Concerning the Lamp

■ This projector utilizes a pressurized mercury lamp. A loud sound may indicate lamp failure. Lamp failure
can be attributed to numerous sources such as: excessive shock, improper cooling, surface scratches
or deterioration of the lamp due to a lapse of usage time.
The period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and/or the condition and
the frequency of use. It is important 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, there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread inside of the projector.
In such a case, it is recommended you contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or
Service Center to assure safe operation.
■ 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 exhaust vent. Because the gas in this lamp includes
mercury, ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas. In case of
exposure to the gas, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Replacing the Lamp

Caution
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp will be very hot and may cause
burns or injury.
• Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp unit to fully
cool before removing the lamp unit.
■ Carefully change the lamp by following the instructions described in this section.
* If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center.
* If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center for repair.
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Removing and Installing the
Lamp Unit
Warning!
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the Optional Lamp unit
projector right after use. The lamp and parts accessory
around the lamp will be very hot and may AN-D350LP
cause burns or injury.
Info
• Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp
unit or the inside of the projector.
• To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the
lamp, make sure you carefully follow the
steps below.
• Do not loosen other screws except for the
lamp unit cover and lamp unit.
1 Press STANDBY/ON on the

projector or STANDBY on the
STANDBY/ON button
remote control to put the

projector into Standby mode.
2 Disconnect the power cord.

• Unplug the power cord from the AC
socket.
• Leave the lamp until it has fully cooled
down (about 1 hour).
AC socket
3 Remove the lamp unit cover.

• Close the lens shutter and turn the
User service screw
(for lamp unit cover)
projector over. Loosen the user service
screw (1) that secures the lamp unit
cover. Remove the lamp unit cover (2).
Appendix
57
Regarding the Lamp (Continued)
4 Remove the lamp unit.

• Loosen the securing screw from the lamp
unit. Hold the lamp unit and pull it in the
direction of the arrow. At this time, keep Securing
the lamp unit horizontal and do not tilt it. screw
5 Insert the new lamp unit.

• Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp unit
compartment. Fasten the securing screw.
6 Replace the lamp unit cover.

• Align the tab on the lamp unit cover
(1) and close it (2). Then tighten the user
service screw (3) to secure the lamp unit
cover.
Info
• If the lamp unit and lamp unit cover
are not correctly installed, the power
will not turn 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 and

open the lens shutter fully.
AC socket
• Plug the power cord into the AC socket of

the projector. STANDBY/ON
button
2 Reset the lamp timer.

• While simultaneously holding down
ENTER button
MENU, ENTER and R on the projector,

press STANDBY/ON on the projector and
keep all four buttons pressed down until MENU button
the lamp indicator starts blinking green.
• “LAMP 0000H” is displayed, indicating R button
that the lamp timer is reset.
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Connecting Pin Assignments
COMPUTER/COMPONENT input and COMPUTER/COMPONENT output
Terminals: mini D-sub 15 pin female connector
11 15 COMPUTER Input/Output COMPONENT Input/Output
Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1. Video input (red) 1. PR (CR)
2. Video input (green/sync on green) 2. Y
3. Video input (blue) 3. PB (CB)
4. Not connected 4. Not connected
1 5 6. Earth (red) 6. Earth (PR)
6 10 7. Earth (green/sync on green) 7. Earth (Y)
8. Earth (blue) 8. Earth (PB)
10. GND 10. Not connected
12. Bi-directional data 12. Not connected
13. Horizontal sync signal: TTL level 13. Not connected
14. Vertical sync signal: TTL level 14. Not connected
15. Data clock 15. Not connected
RS-232C Terminal: mini DIN 9 pin female connector

8 Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference
1. Not connected
9 7 2. RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit
3. SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit
4. Not connected
6 3 5. SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit
6. Not connected
7. RS Request to Send Connected to CS in internal circuit
4 8. CS Clear to Send Connected to RS in internal circuit
5
9. Not connected
2 1
RS-232C Terminal: D-sub 9 pin male connector of the DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor
(optional, AN-A1RS)
1 5 Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference

1. Not connected
2. RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit
3. SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit
4. Not connected
5. SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit
6. Not connected
6 9
7. RS Request to Send Connected to CS in internal circuit
8. CS Clear to Send Connected to RS in internal circuit
9. Not connected
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59
Connecting Pin Assignments (Continued)
RS-232C Cable recommended connection: D-sub 9 pin female connector

5 1 Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1. CD 1. CD
2. RD 2. RD
3. SD 3. SD
4. ER 4. ER
5. SG 5. SG
6. DR 6. DR
9 6
7. RS 7. RS
8. CS 8. CS
9. CI 9. CI
Note
Note
• Depending on the controlling device used, it may be necessary to connect Pin 4 and Pin 6 on
the controlling device (e.g. computer).
Projector Computer
Pin No. Pin No.
4 4
5 5
6 6
USB Terminal: Type B USB connector

4 3 Pin No. Signal Name
1. VCC USB power
2. USB– USB data–
3. USB+ USB data+
4. SG Signal Ground
1 2
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RS-232C Specifications and Commands
Computer control
A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial
control cable (cross type, commercially available) to the projector. (See page 24.)
Communication conditions
Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table.
Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard. Parity bit: None
Baud rate*: 9,600 bps / 38,400 bps / 115,200 bps Stop bit: 1 bit
Data length: 8 bits Flow control: None
*Set the projector's baud rate to the same rate as used by the computer.
Basic format
Commands from the computer are sent in the following order: command,
parameter, and return code. After the projector processes the command from the
computer, it sends a response code to the computer.
Command format
C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4 Return code (0DH)
Command 4-digit Parameter 4-digit
Response code format

Normal response Problem response (communication error or incorrect command)
O K Return code (0DH) E R R Return code (0DH)
Info
• When controlling the projector using RS-232C commands from a computer, wait for at least 30
seconds after the power has been turned on, and then transmit the commands.
• After sending an input selection or picture adjustment command and then receiving an “OK” response
code, the projector may take some time to process the command. If a second command is sent while
the projector is still processing the first command, you may receive an “ERR” response code. If this
happens, try resending the second command.
• When more than one code is being sent, send each command only after the response code for the
previous command from the projector is verified.
• “POWR????”, “TABN _ _ _ 1”, “TLPS _ _ _ 1”, “TPOW _ _ _ 1”, “TLPN _ _ _ 1”, “TLTT _ _ _ 1”,
“TLTM _ _ _ 1”, “TLTL _ _ _ 1”, “TNAM _ _ _ 1”, “MNRD _ _ _ 1”, “PJN0 _ _ _ 1”
− When the projector receives the special commands shown above:
* The on-screen display will not disappear.
* The “Auto Power Off” timer will not be reset.
− The special commands are available for applications that require continuous polling.
Note
• If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space.
• If an asterisk (*) appears in the parameter column, enter a value in the range indicated in brackets
under Control Contents.
Appendix
61
(Continued)
Commands
Example: When turning on the projector, make the following setting.
Computer Projector
→
P O W R _ _ _ 1 ← O K
RETURN
CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER Standby mode
Power ON (or 30-second startup time)
Power On P O W R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR OK
Off P O W R _ _ _ 0 OK OK or ERR
Status P O W R ? ? ? ? 1 0
Projector Condition T A B N _ _ _ 1 0: Normal 0: Normal
1: Temp High 1: Temp High
8: Lamp Life 5% or less 2: Fan Error
16: Lamp Burn-out 4: Cover Open
32: Lamp Ignition Failure 8: Lamp Life 5% or less
16: Lamp Burn-out
32: Lamp Ignition Failure
64: Temp Abnormally High
Lamp Status T L P S _ _ _ 1 0: Off, 1: On, 2: Retry 0: Off, 4: Lamp Error

3: Waiting, 4: Lamp Error
Power Status T P O W _ _ _ 1 1: On, 2: Cooling 0: Standby
Quantity T L P N _ _ _ 1 1
Usage Time(Hour) T L T T _ _ _ 1 0 – 9999(Integer)
Usage Time(Minute) T L T M _ _ _ 1 0, 15, 30, 45
Life(Percentage) T L T L _ _ _ 1 0% – 100%(Integer)
Name Model Name Check T N A M _ _ _ 1 XR55X/XR50S
Model Name Check M N R D _ _ _ 1 XR-55X/XR-50S
Projector Name Setting 1 P J N 1 * * * * OK or ERR
(First 4 characters) *1
(Middle 4 characters) *1
(Last 4 characters) *1
Projector Name Check P J N 0 _ _ _ 1 Projector Name
Input Change COMPUTER I R G B _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
S-VIDEO I V E D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
VIDEO I V E D _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Input RGB Check I R G B ? ? ? ? 1: COMPUTER or ERR ERR
Input Video Check I V E D ? ? ? ? 1: S-VIDEO, 2: VIDEO or ERR ERR
Input Mode Check I M O D ? ? ? ? 1: RGB, 2: VIDEO ERR
Input Check I C H K ? ? ? ? 1: COMPUTER ERR
2: S-VIDEO
3: VIDEO
Volume Volume(0 – 60) V O L A _ _ * * OK or ERR ERR
Volume up/down(-10 – +10) V O U D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Keystone -80 – +80 (XGA)/-40 – +40 (SVGA) K E Y S * * * * OK or ERR ERR
AV Mute On I M B K _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off I M B K _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Freeze On F R E Z _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off F R E Z _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Sync Start A D J S _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Resize COMPUTER Normal R A S R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
16:9 R A S R _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Native R A S R _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Full R A S R _ _ _ 5 OK or ERR ERR
Border R A S R _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
Area Zoom R A S R _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
V-Stretch R A S R _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
S-VIDEO Normal R A S V _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
16:9 R A S V _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Border R A S V _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Area Zoom R A S V _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
V-Stretch R A S V _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
VIDEO Normal R B S V _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
16:9 R B S V _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Border R B S V _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Area Zoom R B S V _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
V-Stretch R B S V _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
All Reset A L R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
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COMPUTER Input Picture Mode Standard R A P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
Presentation R A P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
Movie R A P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
Game R A P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
sRGB R A P S _ _ 1 4 OK or ERR ERR
Contrast -30 – +30 R A P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Bright -30 – +30 R A B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Red -30 – +30 R A R D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Blue -30 – +30 R A B E _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Color -30 – +30 R A C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Tint -30 – +30 R A T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Sharp -30 – +30 R A S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
CLR Temp -1 – +1 R A C T _ _ * * OK or ERR ERR
BrilliantColor™ 0 – +2 R A W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
Film Mode Auto R A F M _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Off R A F M _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
DNR Level 1 R A N R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Level 2 R A N R _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Level 3 R A N R _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Picture Reset R A R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Signal Type Auto I A S I _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
RGB I A S I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
YPbPr I A S I _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Audio Input AUDIO 1 R A A I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
AUDIO 2 R A A I _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
S-VIDEO Input Picture Mode Standard V A P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
Presentation V A P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
Movie V A P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
Game V A P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
Contrast -30 – +30 V A P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Bright -30 – +30 V A B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Red -30 – +30 V A R D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Blue -30 – +30 V A B E _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Color -30 – +30 V A C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Tint -30 – +30 V A T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Sharp -30 – +30 V A S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
CLR Temp -1 – +1 V A C T _ _ * * OK or ERR ERR
BrilliantColor™ 0 – +2 V A W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
Film Mode Auto V A F M _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Off V A F M _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
DNR Level 1 V A N R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Level 2 V A N R _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Level 3 V A N R _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Picture Reset V A R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Audio Input AUDIO 1 V A A I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
AUDIO 2 V A A I _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
VIDEO Input Picture Mode Standard V B P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
Presentation V B P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
Movie V B P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
Game V B P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
Contrast -30 – +30 V B P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Bright -30 – +30 V B B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Red -30 – +30 V B R D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Blue -30 – +30 V B B E _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Color -30 – +30 V B C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Tint -30 – +30 V B T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Sharp -30 – +30 V B S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
CLR Temp -1 – +1 V B C T _ _ * * OK or ERR ERR
BrilliantColor™ 0 – +2 V B W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
Film Mode Auto V B F M _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Off V B F M _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
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DNR Level 1 V B N R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR

Level 2 V B N R _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Level 3 V B N R _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Picture Reset V B R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Audio Input AUDIO 1 V B A I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
AUDIO 2 V B A I _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
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C.M.S. Setting On C M C S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off C M C S _ _ 0 0 OK or ERR ERR
C.M.S. Hue Red C M H R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Yellow C M H Y _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Green C M H G _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Cyan C M H C _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Blue C M H B _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Magenta C M H M _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Reset C M R E _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Saturation Red C M S R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Yellow C M S Y _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Green C M S G _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Cyan C M S C _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Blue C M S B _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Magenta C M S M _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Value Red C M V R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Yellow C M V Y _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Green C M V G _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Cyan C M V C _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Blue C M V B _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Magenta C M V M _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
C.M.S. All Reset C M R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Clock -150 – +150 I N C L * * * * OK or ERR ERR
Phase -30 – +30 I N P H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
H-position -150 – +150 I A H P * * * * OK or ERR ERR
V-position -60 – +60 I A V P _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Fine Sync Adjustment Reset I A R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Image Shift -96 – +96 (XGA)/-75 – +75 (SVGA) L N D S _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Overscan On O V S N _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off O V S N _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
OSD Display On I M D I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off I M D I _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Auto M E S Y _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
PAL M E S Y _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
SECAM M E S Y _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
NTSC4.43 M E S Y _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
NTSC3.58 M E S Y _ _ _ 5 OK or ERR ERR
PAL-M M E S Y _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
PAL-N M E S Y _ _ _ 7 OK or ERR ERR
PAL-60 M E S Y _ _ _ 8 OK or ERR ERR
Background Logo I M B G _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Blue I M B G _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
None I M B G _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
Eco+Quiet On T H M D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off T H M D _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Sync On A A D J _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off A A D J _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Power Off On A P O W _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off A P O W _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Restart On A R E S _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off A R E S _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
STANDBY Mode Quick Start M O U T _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Eco M O U T _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
PRJ Mode Reverse On I M R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off I M R E _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Invert On I M I N _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off I M I N _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
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Language English M E L A _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Deutsch M E L A _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Español M E L A _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Nederlands M E L A _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
Français M E L A _ _ _ 5 OK or ERR ERR
Italiano M E L A _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
Svenska M E L A _ _ _ 7 OK or ERR ERR
M E L A _ _ _ 8 OK or ERR ERR
Português M E L A _ _ _ 9 OK or ERR ERR
M E L A _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
polski M E L A _ _ 1 4 OK or ERR ERR
Türkçe M E L A _ _ 1 5 OK or ERR ERR
Magyar M E L A _ _ 1 7 OK or ERR ERR
Setup Guide On S E G U _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off S E G U _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Internal Speaker On A S P K _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Off A S P K _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
RGB Frequency Check Horizontal T F R Q _ _ _ 1 kHz(***.* or ERR) ERR
Vertical T F R Q _ _ _ 2 Hz(***.* or ERR) ERR
Fan Mode Normal H L M D _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
High H L M D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Input Search *2 Start I S E S _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Video Setup 0 IRE V I S U _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
7.5 IRE V I S U _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Wall Color Off W L C O _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Blackboard W L C O _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Whiteboard W L C O _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Quick Start Menu On Q S M N _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Off Q S M N _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
® TM
DLP Link (XR-55X only) Off 3 D E N _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
On 3 D E N _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
DLP® LinkTM Invert (XR-55X only) 3 D I V _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Closed Caption Off C L C A _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
(For Americas only) CC1 C L C A _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
CC2 C L C A _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Lamp Timer Reset *3 L P R E 0 0 0 1 ERR OK or ERR
*1 For setting the projector name, send the commands in the order of PJN1, PJN2 and PJN3.
*2 When the next command is sent during input search, you may receive an “ERR” response code, and the input
search is canceled.
*3 The Lamp Timer Reset command is available only in standby mode.
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Computer Compatibility Chart
Computer
• Multiple signal support Pixel Clock: 12-165 MHz
Horizontal Frequency: 15-110 kHz, Sync signal: Compatible with TTL level
Vertical Frequency: 45-85 Hz, • Compatible with sync on green signal
Horizontal frequency Vertical Display
PC/MAC Mode Resolution
[kHz] frequency[Hz] XR-55X XR-50S
27.0 60
640 × 400 31.5 70
37.9 85
27.0 60
720 × 400 31.5 70
37.9 85
VGA Upscale
26.2 50
31.5 60
34.7 70
640 × 480
37.9 72 Upscale
37.5 75
43.3 85
31.3 50
35.2 56
37.9 60
SVGA 800 × 600 46.6 70 TRUE
48.1 72
46.9 75
53.7 85
40.3 50
48.4 60
PC
XGA 1024 × 768 56.5 70 TRUE
60.0 75
68.7 85
1280 × 720 45.0 60
1280 × 768 47.8 60
49.7 60
WXGA 1280 × 800
62.8 75
1360 × 768 47.7 60
1366 × 768 47.8 60
Intelligent
WXGA+ 1440 × 900 55.9 60
Compression
55.0 60
1152 × 864 66.2 70 Intelligent
67.5 75 Compression
SXGA 60.0 60
1280 × 960
75.0 75
64.0 60
1280 × 1024
80.0 75
64.0 60
SXGA+ 1400 × 1050
65.3 60
WSXGA+ 1680 × 1050 65.3 60
UXGA 1600 × 1200 75.0 60
MAC 13” VGA 640 × 480 34.9 67 Upscale
Upscale
MAC 16” SVGA 832 × 624 49.7 75
MAC 19” XGA 1024 × 768 60.2 75 TRUE Intelligent
Intelligent Compression
MAC 21” SXGA 1152 × 870 68.7 75
Compression
Note
• Optimum image quality will be achieved by matching your computer's output resolution to the
resolution that corresponds to “TRUE” in the “Display” column shown above.
• When “Screen resolution” of the computer is different from the resolution displayed on the projected
image, follow the procedures shown below.
– Refer to “Resolution” on the “SIG-ADJ” menu and select the same resolution as the resolution in
“Screen resolution” of the computer.
– Depending on the computer you are using, the output signal may not be faithful to the “Screen resolution”
adjustment. Check the settings of the computer's signal output. If the settings cannot be changed, it is
recommended that the resolution be set to the one that corresponds to “TRUE” in the “Display” column.
DTV
Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical
Signal Frequency Signal Frequency
(kHz) Frequency (Hz) (kHz) Frequency (Hz)
480I 15.7 60 720P 45.0 60
480P 31.5 60 1035I 33.8 60
540P 33.8 60 1080I 28.1 50
576I 15.6 50 1080I 33.8 60
576P 31.3 50 1080P 56.3 50
720P 37.5 50 1080P 67.5 60
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Troubleshooting
Problem Check Page
• Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. 24
• Power to the external connected devices is off. –
• The lens shutter is closed. 25, 29
• The selected Input mode is wrong. 29
• The AV Mute function is working. 29
• Cables are incorrectly connected to the projector. 21–24
No picture and no sound • Remote control battery has run out. 15
or projector does not • External output has not been set when connecting a notebook computer. 21
start.
• The lamp unit cover is not installed correctly. 57, 58
• “Bright” is set to minimum position. 42
• Depending on the computer you are using, an image may not be –
projected unless the signal output setting of the computer is switched
to the external output. Refer to the computer's operation manual for
how to switch its signal output settings.
• Is “On” selected in “DLP® LinkTM”? (XR-55X only) 52
Sound is heard but no
picture appears
(or picture is dark).
Dark or bluish image • Check that “Wall Color” is configured correctly. 48
• Image adjustments are incorrectly set. 42
• Make adjustments of “Color” and “Tint” in “Picture Mode” and lower the
“BrilliantColorTM” value.
(S-Video, Video Input only)
• Video input system is incorrectly set. 45
(COMPUTER/COMPONENT Input only)
• Input signal type (RGB/Component) is incorrectly set. 44
Color is faded or poor.
• Adjust the focus. 26
• The projection distance exceeds the focus range. 19
• There is fog on the lens. If the projector is carried from a cold room into a –
warm room, or if it is suddenly heated, condensation may form on the surface
of the lens and the image will become blurred. Set up the projector at least
one hour before it is to be used. If condensation should form, remove the
power cord from the wall outlet and wait for it to clear.
Picture is blurred; (Computer Input only)
noise appears. • Perform “SIG-ADJ” Adjustments (“Clock” and “Phase” Adjustment) 44
• Noise may appear depending on the computer. –
• Volume is set to minimum. 29
• When the projector is connected to an external device and the volume
is set to minimum, the sound is not output even if you turn up the
volume of the external device.
• “Speaker” is set to “Off”. 49

Picture appears but no • The Audio Mute function is working. 51
sound is heard.
Data image is not • Make the necessary adjustments of each item in the “SIG-ADJ” menu. 44
centered.
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• Depending on the computer you are using, the output resolution signal –
may be different from the one you have set. For details, refer to the
operation manual of the computer.
An unusual sound is • If the picture is normal, the sound is due to cabinet shrinkage caused –
occasionally heard from by room temperature changes. This will not affect operation or
the cabinet. performance.
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Troubleshooting (Continued)
Problem Check Page
Maintenance indicator on • See “Maintenance Indicators”. 54
the projector illuminates
or blinks in red.
Picture is green on • Change the input signal type setting. 44
COMPUTER (Component)
Picture is pink
(no green) on
COMPUTER (RGB)
Picture is too bright and • Image adjustments are incorrectly set. 42
whitish.
The cooling fan becomes • When temperature inside the projector increases, the cooling fan runs 8, 9
noisy. faster. 53, 54, 55
The lamp does not light • The lamp indicator is illuminating in red. 54, 57, 58
up even after the Replace the lamp.
projector turns on. • The lens shutter is closed. 25, 29
The lamp suddenly turns
off during projection.
The image sometimes • Cables are incorrectly connected to the projector or the connected 21–24
flickers. equipment works improperly.
• If this happens frequently, replace the lamp. 57
The lamp needs much • The lamp will eventually need to be changed. 57
time to turn on. While the remaining lamp life draws to a close, replace the lamp.
Picture is dark.
The remote control • Operate the remote control while pointing it at the projector's remote 15
cannot be used. control sensor.
• The remote control may be too far away from the projector.
• If direct sunlight or a strong fluorescent lamp is shining on the
projector's remote control sensor, place the projector where it will not
be affected by strong light.
• The batteries may be depleted or inserted incorrectly. Make sure the 15
batteries are inserted correctly or insert new ones.
This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by incorrect
operation or interference. If this should happen, unplug the Unit and plug it in again after more than 5
minutes.
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For SHARP Assistance
If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first
refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 67 and 68. If this operation
manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service
departments listed below.
U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation Benelux SHARP Electronics Benelux BV
1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277) 0900-SHARPCE (0900-7427723)
lcdsupport@sharpsec.com Nederland
http://www.sharpusa.com 9900-0159 Belgium
http://www.sharp.nl
Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. http://www.sharp.be
(905) 568-7140 http://www.sharp.lu
http://www.sharp.ca
Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia Pty.
Mexico Sharp Electronics Corporation Ltd.
Mexico Branch 1300-135-022
(525) 716-9000 http://www.sharp.net.au
http://www.sharp.com.mx
New Zealand Sharp Corporation of New Zealand
Latin America Sharp Electronics Corp. Latin Phone: (09) 573-0111
American Group Fax: (09) 573-0112
(305) 264-2277 http://www.sharp.net.nz
www.servicio@sharpsec.com
http://www.siempresharp.com Singapore Sharp-Roxy Sales (S) Pte. Ltd.
65-226-6556
Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH ckng@srs.global.sharp.co.jp
01805-234675 http://www.sharp.com.sg
http://www.sharp.de
Hong Kong Sharp-Roxy (HK) Ltd.
U.K. Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. (852) 2410-2623
08705 274277 dcmktg@srh.global.sharp.co.jp
http://www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport http://www.sharp.com.hk
Italy Sharp Electronics (Italy) S.P.A. Taiwan Sharp Corporation (Taiwan)

(39) 02-89595-1 0800-025111
http://www.sharp.it http://www.sharp-scot.com.tw
France Sharp Electronics France Malaysia Sharp-Roxy Sales & Service Co.
01 49 90 35 40 (60) 3-5125678
hotlineced@sef.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.fr U.A.E. Sharp Middle East Fze
971-4-81-5311
Spain Sharp Electronica Espana, S.A. helpdesk@smef.global.sharp.co.jp
93 5819700
sharplcd@sees.sharp-eu.com Thailand Sharp Thebnakorn Co. Ltd.
http://www.sharp.es 02-236-0170
svc@stcl.global.sharp.co.jp
Switzerland Sharp Electronics (Schweiz) AG http://www.sharp-th.com
0041 1 846 63 11
cattaneo@sez.sharp-eu.com Korea Sharp Electronics Incorporated of
http://www.sharp.ch Korea
(82) 2-3660-2002
Sweden Sharp Electronics ( Nordic ) AB lcd@sharp-korea.co.kr
(46) 8 6343600 http://www.sharpkorea.co.kr
vision.support@sen.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.se India Sharp Business Systems (India)
Limited
Austria Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH (91) 11- 6431313
Branch Office Austria service@sharp-oa.com
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0043 1 727 19 123

pogats@sea.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.at
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Specifications
Model XR-55X XR-50S
Display devices 0.55" DLP® Chip ×1
Resolution XGA (1024 × 768) SVGA (800 × 600)
Lens F number F 2.4 – 2.6
Zoom Manual, ×1.20 (f = 19.0 – 22.7 mm)
Focus Manual
Input terminals Computer/Component ×1
(mini D-sub 15 pin)
S-Video (mini DIN 4 pin) ×1
Video (RCA) ×1
Audio (ø3.5 mm stereo minijack) ×1
Audio (RCA) ×1 (L/R)
Output terminal Computer/Component ×1
(mini D-sub 15 pin)
Control and USB (Type B) ×1
communication
terminals RS-232C (mini DIN 9 pin) ×1
Speaker 7W (Mono)
Projection lamp 210 W
Rated voltage AC 100 – 240 V
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Input current 2.8 A
Power consumption Eco+Quiet AC 100 V 274 W
Off AC 240 V 265 W
Eco+Quiet AC 100 V 215 W
On AC 240 V 210 W
Power consumption Quick Start AC 100 V 3.0 W 2.6 W
(STANDBY Mode) AC 240 V 3.7 W 3.2 W
Eco AC 100 V 0.32 W
AC 240 V 0.77 W
Operation temperature 41ºF to 95ºF (+5ºC to +35ºC)
Cabinet Plastic
Dimensions (main body only) [W × H × D] 11 52/64" × 3 1/8" × 9 19/64"
(300 × 79 × 236 mm)
Weight (approx.) 6.2 lbs. (2.8 kg)
As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and
specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification
figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these
values in individual units.
This SHARP projector uses a DLP® chip. This very sophisticated panel contains 786,432 (XR-
55X)/480,000 (XR-50S) pixels (micromirrors). As with any high technology electronic equip-
ment such as large screen TVs, video systems and video cameras, there are certain accept-
able tolerances that the equipment must conform to.
This unit 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.
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13/32 (10) 3 1/8 (79)
Dimensions
Units: inches (mm)
5
27/64 (137.5)
11 52/64 (300)
4
2 61/64 (75)
1 31/32 (50)
21/32 (118)
M4 M4
M4 M4
2 61/64 (75)
21/32 1 21/32 1 15/32
(16.5) (41.7) (37.3) 9 19/64 (236) 13/32 (10)
1 9/32 (32.5)
1 15/16 (49) 4 7/64 (104) 2 5/16 (58.5) 1 1/2 (38)
8 19/32 (218)
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Index
16:9······································································ 30, 31 MAGNIFY buttons ····················································· 33
3D MODE button ······················································· 14 MENU button····························································· 38
Accessories ······························································· 11 MONITOR OUT terminal············································ 23
AC socket ·································································· 24 MOUSE/Adjustment buttons ······························· 34, 38
Adjustment buttons ············································· 38, 39 NATIVE······································································· 30
Adjustment foot ························································· 27 NORMAL ····························································· 30, 31
All Reset ···································································· 52 ON button ·································································· 25
AREA ZOOM ····························································· 31 Optional accessories ················································· 11
Aspect ratio ······························································· 30 OSD Display ····························································· 47
Audio input ································································ 29 Overscan ··································································· 47
AUDIO 1, 2 terminals ················································· 23
Audio Mute ································································ 51 PAGE DOWN button·················································· 34
Auto Power Off ·························································· 49 PAGE UP button ························································ 34
Auto Restart ······························································ 49 PDF············································································ 10
Auto Sync (Auto Sync adjustment) ····················· 33, 49 Phase········································································· 44
AUTO SYNC button··················································· 33 Picture Adjustment ··················································· 41
AV MUTE button ························································ 29 Picture Mode ······················································· 33, 41
PICTURE MODE button ············································ 33
Background ······························································· 48 POINTER button ························································ 32
Batteries ···································································· 15 Power cord ································································ 24
Blue ··········································································· 48 Power indicator ························································· 54
BORDER ······························································ 30, 31 PRJ-ADJ1/2······························································· 49
BREAK TIMER button ··············································· 32 PRJ Mode···························································· 20, 48
Bright ········································································· 42
BrilliantColorTM ·························································· 42 Quick Start Menu ······················································ 39
Clock ········································································· 44 R-CLICK/RETURN button ··································· 34, 38
Closed Caption·························································· 47 Red ············································································ 42
CLR Temp (Color Temperature) ································· 42 Remote control ·························································· 14
C.M.S. ······································································· 42 Remote control sensor ·············································· 15
Color ·········································································· 42 Replacing the lamp·············································· 56, 57
Complete Menu ························································· 39 Resize ·································································· 30, 46
COMPUTER/COMPONENT input terminal ········· 21, 22 RESIZE button ··························································· 30
Contrast ····································································· 42 Resolution ································································· 44
RGB cable ································································· 21
DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor ···································· 11 RS-232C terminal ······················································ 24
DLP® LinkTM ······························································· 52
DLP® LinkTM Invert ····················································· 52 SCR-ADJ ··································································· 46
DNR ··········································································· 43 Screen Size and Projection Distance ························ 19
Security bar ······························································· 13
Eco+Quiet···························································· 32, 43 Setup Guide ························································ 26, 48
ECO+QUIET button ··················································· 32 Sharp ········································································· 42
ENTER button···························································· 38 SIG-ADJ ···································································· 44
Exhaust vent ························································ 12, 53 Signal Info·································································· 45
Fan Mode ·································································· 50 Signal Type ································································ 44
Film Mode·································································· 43 Speaker ····································································· 49
Focus ring·································································· 26 SPOT button······························································ 32
FREEZE button ·························································· 33 STANDBY button ······················································· 25
FULL ·········································································· 30 STANDBY Mode ························································ 52
FUNCTION button ····················································· 14 STANDBY/ON button ················································ 25
FUNCTION Button setting ········································· 51 Supplied accessories ················································ 11
HEIGHT ADJUST lever ·············································· 27 S-VIDEO terminal ······················································ 22
H-Pos ········································································ 44 System Lock······························································ 50
Image shift ································································· 46 Temperature warning indicator ·································· 54
Information ································································ 39 Tint············································································· 42
INPUT modes ···························································· 29 USB terminal ····························································· 34
Input Search Start ····················································· 39 Video Setup ······························································· 45
Intake vent ··························································· 12, 53 Video System ···························································· 45
Kensington Security Standard connector ················· 13 VIDEO terminal ·························································· 22
Keycode ··································································· 50 VOL (Volume) buttons················································ 29
Keylock ····································································· 51 V-Pos ········································································· 44
KEYSTONE button ··················································· 28 V-STRETCH ······························································· 31
Keystone Correction············································ 28, 46 Wall Color ·································································· 48
Lamp ········································································· 56 Zoom ring ·································································· 27
Lamp indicator ·························································· 54
Lamp Timer (Life) ······················································· 52
Lamp unit ·································································· 57
Language (on-screen display language) ··················· 48
L-CLICK/EFFECT button ····································· 32, 34
Lens shutter························································· 25, 29
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Introduction Easy Start Setup Connections Appendix

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not

See bottom of projector. The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-

WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications

Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement

Using the Menu Screen

Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q)

2 Press P or R to select the

Info .........Indicates safeguards for using the projector.

For Future Reference

Closed Caption uses Bitstream Vera fonts

Please download Adobe® Reader ® from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com).

Remote control Two R-6 batteries RGB cable

■ Lamp unit AN-D350LP

Front View Top View

Rear View (Terminals)

Using the Kensington Lock

2 Insert the batteries.

3 Insert the lower tab of the cover into the opening,

Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode.

Remote control sensor

When using the remote control

Setup and Projection

1. Place the projector facing a wall or a screen _P. 18

2. Connect the projector to the computer and plug the power

When connecting equipment other than a computer, see pages

On the projector On the remote control

6. Select the Input mode

7. Turn the computer on

8. Turn the power off

Standard Setup (Front Projection)

Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance

300" (762 cm)

4:3 Signal Input (Normal Mode)

16:9 Signal Input (16:9 Mode)

4:3 Signal 16:9 Signal

Projection (PRJ) Mode

■ Table mounted, front projection ■ Ceiling mounted, front projection

■ Table mounted, rear projection ■ Ceiling mounted, rear projection

Terminals on the Projector

Terminal on Terminal on the

S-video S-video cable (commercially available) S-VIDEO

Video cable (commercially available) VIDEO

Camera/Video game Cables for a camera or a video game/3 RCA to COMPUTER/

Cables for a camera or a video game S-VIDEO

Cables for a camera or a video game VIDEO

RCA audio RCA audio cable (commercially available)

Cables for a camera or a video game

Monitor RGB RGB cable (supplied or commercially MONITOR OUT

XGA SVGA —2 —2

16:9 aspect ratio —2 —2