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DATA PROJECTOR
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XJ-A130V/XJ-A135V
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XJ-A140V/XJ-A145V
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XJ-A150V/XJ-A155V
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XJ-A230V/XJ-A235V
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XJ-A240V/XJ-A245V
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XJ-A250V/XJ-A255V
* USB Port Models
User’s Guide
Be sure to read the precautions in the separate User’s Guide
(Basic Operations). For details about setting up the projector,
see the User’s Guide (Basic Operations).
Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future
reference.
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Contents About this manual... ...............................................................................4 Projector Overview ......................................................... 5 Projector Features and Main Functions .................................................5 Remote Controller and Projector Keys...................................................7 Operation During Projection .......................................... 9 Image Operations During Projection ........................
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Setup Menu Contents ..........................................................................26 Image Adjustment 1 Main Menu................................................................................ 26 Image Adjustment 2 Main Menu................................................................................ 28 Volume Adjustment Main Menu................................................................................. 28 Screen Settings Main Menu..........................................
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Projector Overview This section describes the features of the projector, and explains the functions of the projector and remote controller keys. Projector Features and Main Functions XJ-A130V/XJ-A135V/XJ-A140V/XJ-A145V/XJ-A150V/XJ-A155V/XJ-A230V/ XJ-A235V/XJ-A240V/XJ-A245V/XJ-A250V/XJ-A255V A laser and LED hybrid light source provides high brightness of 2,000 to 3,000 lumens along with low power consumption and low heat generation. Slim and compact: A4 file size and approximately 43mm slim
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XJ-A135V/XJ-A145V/XJ-A155V/XJ-A235V/XJ-A245V/XJ-A255V Projection of Data from USB Memory or a Memory Card without a Computer: USB memory or a memory card (using a commercially available USB card reader) can be connected directly to the projector’s USB port. The projector comes with special software for converting PowerPoint presentation data to a format that can be stored to USB memory or a memory card and projected without using a computer. Images and movies also can be projected directly
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Remote Controller and Projector Keys Operations in this manual are presented based on the remote controller that comes with the projector. Major operation keys are also provided on the projector unit, so the most of the same procedures can also be performed directly on the projector. Remote Controller Keys [INPUT] key Remote control signal emitter [MENU] key CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT [ZOOM +] [ZOOM –] keys [FOCUS ] [FOCUS ] keys [P] (Power) key [ESC] key Cursor keys ( / / / ) [ENTER] key ([STY
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Projector Keys and Indicators TEMP indicator [FOCUS] key LIGHT indicator [ENTER] key POWER/STANDBY indicator [MENU] key [P] (Power) key [ESC] key [INPUT] key Cursor keys (q/w/U/I) [AUTO] key [ZOOM] key Note Functions of projector keys and remote controller keys that have the same name are identical. The projector [ZOOM] key corresponds to the remote controller [ZOOM +] and [ZOOM –] keys, while the projector [FOCUS] key corresponds to the remote controller [FOCUS ] and [FOCUS ] keys. For
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Operation During Projection This section explains the various types of operations you can perform while the projector is projecting an image. Image Operations During Projection You can perform the following operations while projecting an image. Image brightness adjustment Color mode selection Image zooming Momentary cut off of the input source image and projection of a black or blue screen, or a logo Image freeze Pointer display in the projected image Aspect ratio switching Adjust
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Selecting the Color Mode You can select from among various different color mode settings in accordance with image contents and projection conditions. Important! The color mode cannot be selected while “Off” is selected for the Eco Mode (page 15). To change the color mode 1. Press the [COLOR MODE] key. This displays the color mode selection window. The currently selected color mode is the one whose button is selected (filled in). 2. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to move the highlighting to the c
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Momentarily Cutting Off the Input Source Image 1. Press the [BLANK] key. This temporarily cuts off the image from the input source and projects a black screen in its place. 2. To resume projection of the image from the input source, press the [BLANK] key (or [ESC] key). Note You can specify projection of a black screen or blue screen, or a logo. For details, see “Blank Screen” under “Screen Settings Main Menu” on page 30. Freezing an Image Pressing the [FREEZE] key freezes the projected ima
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Displaying a Pointer in the Projected Image You can select from among different pointer styles, including various arrow styles, for display in the projected image. Pointers can be used during a presentation to indicate or highlight a specific part of the image. Note Depending on the pointer style you are using, the pointer may not display properly when you are using keystone correction. If this happens, use the [KEYSTONE +] and [KEYSTONE –] keys to change the keystone correction value to zer
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Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image Press the [ASPECT] key to cycle through the aspect ratio settings for the projected image. Available settings depend on your projector model as shown below. For details about the meaning of each setting, see the “Aspect Ratio” setting (page 29) on the “Screen Settings Main Menu”. XJ-A230V/XJ-A235V/XJ-A240V/XJ-A245V/XJ-A250V/XJ-A255V Pressing the [ASPECT] key will cycle through settings in accordance with the current input source as shown below.
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Adjusting the Volume Level You can use the remote controller keys to adjust the volume level of the audio that is output from the projector’s speaker. To adjust the volume level 1. Press the [VOLUME] key. This causes the [Volume] screen to appear on the projected image. 2. Press the [ ] key to increase the volume, or the [ ] key to lower the volume. 3. After the setting is the way you want, press the [ESC] key. This causes the [Volume] screen to disappear. Note You also can use the setup
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Eco Mode (Power Saving, Low Noise) The following three Eco Mode settings are available to specify whether priority should be given to low-power, low-noise operation or light source unit brightness. Save: Gives maximum priority to low-power, low-noise operation. Eco : Provides low-power, low-noise operation while maintaining light source unit brightness to some level. Off : Gives maximum priority to light source unit brightness. Changing the Eco Mode Setting 1. Press the [ECO] key. This displ
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Using the [FUNC] Key Pressing the [FUNC] key displays the menu shown below. You can use this menu to perform the operations described below. Adjust image brightness Highlight “Brightness” and then press the [ENTER] key. This performs the same operation as pressing the [BRIGHT] key (O key) described on page 9. Turn the Eco Mode on or off Highlight “Eco Mode” and then press the [ENTER] key. This performs the same operation as pressing the [ECO] key ( key) described on page 15. f Select t
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Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that you can use to configure advanced settings. Basic Setup Menu Operations Displaying the Setup Menu Pressing the [MENU] key displays the menu shown below in the center of the projection screen. Main menu Pressing the [MENU] key displays the main menu. The currently selected menu item is the one that is highlighted. Sub-menu The sub-menu shows each individual setting under each main menu item, and its current setting. G
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Basic Setup Menu Example The procedure below shows how to configure the following three settings: Image Adjustment 1 Contrast Image Adjustment 1 Color Mode Input Settings Signal Name Indicator Note Certain settings on the setup menu cannot be changed while there is no input signal to the projector. Because of this, you should configure setup menu settings after selecting an input source and starting projection. This example covers basic steps only. For more detailed information
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To configure the “Image Adjustment 1 Color Mode” setting 5. Use the [ ] key to select “Color Mode”. 6. Press the [ENTER] key. This displays the color mode menu. 7. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select the color mode you want, and then press the [ENTER] key. 8. After selecting the color mode you want, press the [ESC] key. To configure the “Input Settings Signal Name Indicator” setting 9. Press the [ESC] key. 10. Use the [ ] key to select “Input Settings”. 11. Press the [ENTER] key. 12. U
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Direct Power On You can configure the projector so it powers up automatically as soon as you plug it into a power source. With this “Direct Power On” feature, you do not even need to press the [P] (Power) key. To enable Direct Power On, display the Setup Menu, and then change the “Direct Power On” setting to “On”. Important! When you have Direct Power On enabled, do not leave the projector plugged into an electrical outlet while it is turned off. If you do, there is the chance that it (and t
