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DATA PROJECTOR
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XJ-A141/XJ-A146
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XJ-A241/XJ-A246
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XJ-A251/XJ-A256
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User’s Guide
Be sure to read the precautions in the separate Setup Guide.
Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future
reference.
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DLP is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments of the United States. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. XGA is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation of the United States. Other company and product names may be registered product names or trademarks o
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Contents About this manual... ...............................................................................5 Projector Overview ......................................................... 6 Projector Features and Main Functions .................................................6 Remote Controller and Projector Keys...................................................8 Back Terminals.......................................................................................9 Loading Remote Controller Bat
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Presentation Timer ...............................................................................21 Eco Mode (Power Saving, Low Noise) .................................................23 To select the Eco Mode............................................................................................. 23 Using the [FUNC] Key ..........................................................................24 Configuring Advanced Projector Settings.................. 25 Basic Setup Menu Operations ......
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Projector Troubleshooting....................................................................47 Appendix ........................................................................ 49 Remote Controller Signal Range..........................................................49 Projection Distance and Screen Size ...................................................50 Aspect Ratio Setting and Projection Image .........................................51 Supported Signals...................................
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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-A141/XJ-A146/XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Mercury-free Hybrid Light Source: A CASIO-original laser and LED hybrid light source delivers high luminance from 2,500 to 3,000 lumens. This projector does not use a mercury lamp, making it environmentally friendly. Slim and compact: A4 file size and approximately
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XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 WXGA Resolution: The XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 models support WXGA (1280 × 800) resolution for optimal viewing of content formatted for today’s widescreen displays. This makes it perfect for projecting images from widescreen notebook PCs and HD video input sources. XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 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 d
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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 [MENU] key Remote control signal emitter [ZOOM +] [ZOOM –] keys CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT [FOCUS ] [FOCUS ] keys [P] (Power) key [TIMER] key [ESC] key Cursor keys ( / / / ) [ENTE
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Back Terminals COMPUTER terminal Serial port* AV terminal Speaker Remote control signal receiver HDMI port Intake vents USB port Power connector (XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 only) Anti-theft lock hole * This serial port is for connecting a separately available special cable (YK-5) to control the projector from a computer. Loading Remote Controller Batteries Important! Be sure to use alkaline batteries only. RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Caution * DISPOSE OF USED BAT
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Setting Up the Projector Locate the projector on a desk, table, or stand that is firm and level. Make sure that you allow sufficient space around the sides and back of the projector for proper ventilation. The following illustrations show how the projector should be oriented for optimum projection relative to the screen. XJ-A141/XJ-A146 XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Screen Screen Make sure the projector is at a right angle to the screen. Position the projector so the lens side is at the edge
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Connecting to an Image Output Device Connecting the Analog RGB Output of a Computer to the Projector Connect the projector’s COMPUTER terminal to the RGB terminal of a computer as shown in the illustration below. Important! Always turn off the projector and the computer before connecting them. Take care so the volume level of the computer is not set too high. Projector Computer AV terminal COMPUTER terminal To monitor terminal To line output terminal (analog RGB output terminal) Bundled mini
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Connecting the HDMI Output of a Video Device or Computer to the Projector The projector supports projection and output of HDMI video and audio output from a computer or video device. Important! Turn off the projector and the computer or video device before connecting them. Projector Computer or video device HDMI port To HDMI output terminal HDMI cable (commercially available) You will need to obtain a commercially available HDMI cable with a connector that matches the terminal of the output
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Connecting to a Video Device The projector is able to project images from the composite video output or component video output of a connected video device. Important! Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them. Connection to a composite video output Projector Video device AV terminal To video output To audio output terminal terminals Yellow Red White Bundled special AV cable You can use the bundled special AV cable to connect to a pin jack (RCA) type video outpu
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Operation During Projection Selecting the Input Source Turning on the projector initially causes the same input source that was selected the last time it was turned off to be selected. To select a different input source 1. Press the [INPUT] key. This displays the input source selection screen. 2. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select the name of the input source you want to select and then press the [ENTER] key. The name of the input source you select appears in the upper right corner of the
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Image Operations During Projection You can perform the following operations while projecting an image. Image brightness adjustment Manual keystone correction Color mode selection Image zooming Momentarily blanking the image and muting the audio Image freeze Pointer display in the projected image Aspect ratio switching Adjusting Image Brightness Note (for USB port model users) Use the setup menu (page 25) to adjust image brightness when the input source is an external device connected to
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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 in the following cases. When “Off” is selected for the Eco Mode setting (page 23) 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
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Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio 1. Press the [BLANK] key. This temporarily blanks the image (projecting a black screen) and mutes the audio. 2. To resume normal image and sound, 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” (page 37) under “Screen Settings Main Menu”. Freezing an Image Pressing the [FREEZE] key freezes the projected image. To freeze the projected image 1. Wh
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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 “Aspect Ratio” (page 36) under “Screen Settings Main Menu”. XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Pressing the [ASPECT] key will cycle through settings in accordance with the current input source as shown below. Input Source Pressing [ASPECT] will
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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 or the AV terminal. 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 c
