Casio XJ-A142 User Guide User Manual

1DATA PROJECTORXJ-A SeriesXJ-A142/XJ-A147*XJ-A242/XJ-A247*XJ-A252/XJ-A257*XJ-M SeriesXJ-M141/XJ-M146*XJ-M151/XJ-M156*XJ-M241/XJ-M246*XJ-M251/XJ-M256*U

10Setup Precautionsz Use a conveniently located power outlet that you can reach easily when you need to unplug the projector.z Do not located any obje

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11Connect the projector to a power outlet and to an input source device.XJ-A SeriesXJ-M SeriesNotez For more information about component video connect

12Projector operations are performed using the remote controller that comes with it. Point the remote controller signal emitter at one of the signal r

13To load remote controller batteriesImportant!z Be sure to use alkaline batteries only.To replace remote controller batteriesOpen the battery cover o

14Projecting an ImageThis section provides information about how to project images from various different input sources.Input source selection provide

15To select the input source1.Press the [INPUT] key. This will display the “Input” dialog box.2.Depending on the input source, perform one of the oper

16Your projector supports projection of 3D images. To project a 3D image, first enter the projector’s 3D input mode, and then select the input source.

17Returning to the Normal Input Mode from the 3D Input Mode1.Press the [INPUT] key to display the input source selection screen.2.Use the [T] and [S]

18File Viewer OverviewFile Viewer is an application you can use for viewing or playing back different types of files located in projector internal mem

19To copy files from a computer to projector internal memoryNotez This procedure is supported on a computer running one of the operating systems below

2z DLP is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments of the United States.z Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or tradem

2010.After you copy all of the files you want, perform one of the operations below to unmount the “InternalMem” drive.11.Disconnect the USB cable from

21Starting Projection of Files Located in Projector Internal Memory1.If a USB flash drive or some other USB device is connected to the projector’s USB

22To format projector internal memoryImportant!z Performing the procedure below will delete all of the folders and files currently in the projector in

23Projecting Files from a Memory Device Connected by USBUse the procedures in this section when you want to use File Viewer to project image files, mo

24To connect a memory card to the projector1.Load the memory card into a USB card reader’s card slot.z For details about how to load a memory card int

25To start projection of files that are on a memory device connected via USB1.Connect the memory device where files you want to project are stored to

268.Depending on the function you selected in step 5 of this procedure, perform one of the operations below.Drive MenuEntering the Presentation Mode,

27Projecting FilesThis section explains procedures you can project each type of file using File Viewer.To project a presentation file1.On the File Vie

28To project a PDF file1.On the File Viewer main screen, select “PDF Viewer” and then press the [ENTER] key.z This displays a list of PDF files.2.Use

29To project an image file1.On the File Viewer main screen, select “Slide” and then press the [ENTER] key.z This displays a list of image files.2.Use

3ContentsProjector Features and Main Functions ... 7Features Common to All Models ...

303.Perform fast forward, fast reverse, pause, and other operations as required.z The operations described below are supported during movie file playb

31File Menu OperationsThere are two different views for the File Viewer file menu: a list view and an icon view.List ViewThis view shows a list of nam

32Configuring File Viewer SettingsThis section explains how to configure File Viewer settings, including those that control what appears on the File V

33File Viewer Setting ItemsThe initial default setting for each item is indicated by an asterisk (*).Setting Name DescriptionDisplay Sequence SetupSpe

34AutorunAutorun lets you configure the projector for automatic projection of image files or a movie file located in a special folder named AUTORUNC.

35To auto project images files or a movie file from projector internal memory1.Perform steps 1 through 8 under “To copy files from a computer to proje

36File Viewer TroubleshootingProblem Cause and Required ActionFile Viewer does not appear when I connect USB flash drive to the Data Projector’s USB-A

37File Viewer Error MessagesProblem Cause and Required ActionFolder does not contain any image files.There is no displayable folder, or file in the fo

38Using EZ-Converter FA to Convert PowerPoint Files to ECA or PtG FilesEZ-Converter FA is computer software for converting PowerPoint files to ECA fil

39To convert a PowerPoint file to an ECA file or PtG fileImportant!z Before performing any of the operations here, you will need to have a file create

4To project a movie file ... 29File Menu Operations...

407.Configure the settings as required on the dialog box.z The following describes the meanings and settings of each of the items that appear on the d

41To specify the screen resolution of the ECA file or PtG file1.Right-click the left side of the EZ-Converter FA window.2.On the menu that appears, cl

424.Select the ECA file or PtG file you want to play back and then click the [Open] button.z This will display a control panel at the top of the scree

43USB Display Function OverviewConnecting the projector to a computer with a USB cable* enables projection of the computer’s screen contents. This sup

44To project Windows computer screen contents over a USB connection for the first time1.Press the [INPUT] key. This will display the “Input” dialog bo

45To project Mac OS computer screen contents over a USB connection for the first time1.Press the [INPUT] key. This will display the “Input” dialog box

46Supported Operations during Projection over a USB connectionThe operations described in the table below are supported on the CASIO USB Display windo

47To project computer screen contents over a USB connection after the first time1.Turn on and start up the projector and computer.2.Press the [INPUT]

48You can connect a CASIO graphing calculator to the Data Projector using a USB cable and project the calculator’s screen image with the Data Projecto

49Operating the ProjectorThis section explains how to use the remote controller to perform projector operations.To use manual keystone correction (KEY

5To change the aspect ratio of the projected image (ASPECT)... 51To adjust image brightness (FUNC)...

50To mute the audio (VOLUME)1.Press the [VOLUME +] or [VOLUME –] key to display the “Volume” screen.2.Press the [ENTER] key.z This stops output from t

51To change the aspect ratio of the projected image (ASPECT)Press the [ASPECT] key to cycle through the aspect ratio settings for the projected image.

52To adjust image brightness (FUNC)1.Press the [FUNC] key. On the menu that appears, select “Brightness” and then press the [ENTER] key.2.On the brigh

53The following three Eco Mode settings are available to specify whether priority should be given to low-power, low-noise operation or to projection b

54The presentation timer shows a countdown from a preset time value. You can use it to keep track of how much time has elapsed during your presentatio

55To configure timer settings1.Use the [TIMER] key to display the timer function menu.2.Use the [T] and [S] keys to select the “Position”, “Continuous

56To pause the timer countdown1.Use the [TIMER] key to display the timer function menu.2.Select “Pause Timer” and then press the [ENTER] key.To resume

57Pressing the [MENU] key displays the Setup Menu shown below on the projection screen. You can use this menu to adjust projected image brightness, co

58Image Adjustment 1 3 Saturation (V)Use this sub-menu to adjust the color saturation of the projected image. A larger value increases color saturatio

59Screen Settings 3 Projection ModeSpecify whether projection will be from the front of the screen or the back of the screen.Front*: Select this optio

6Appendix ... 72Connecting to a Component Video Output...

60Option Settings 1 3 PasswordSee “Password Protection” (page 62).Option Settings 1 3 Direct Power OnEnable (On) and disable (Off*) projector auto pow

61Option Settings 2 3 Closed Caption (V)Use this sub-menu to specify whether to display closed captions when projecting a video signal that includes t

62The operations described below can be password protected on the projector. You can have only one password assigned to the projector at any time, and

63To change the password1.Press the [MENU] key to display the setup menu.2.Use the [T] key to select “Option Settings 1”, and then press the [ENTER] k

64To change the power on password setting1.Perform steps 1 through 5 under “To change the password” (page 63) and display the Password screen.2.After

65Control panel lock disables (locks) all of the projectors keys, except for the [P] (Power) key. This limits projector operation to the remote contro

66Cleaning the ProjectorMake it a habit to clean the projector at regular intervals as described in this section. Before cleaning the projector, be su

67TroubleshootingIndicators keep you informed about the current operational status of the projector. The following shows what the indicators look like

68Warning messages and indicators let you know what the problem is when a projector error occurs.z When an error occurs, wait until the fan stops befo

69POWER : Green steady The USB connection or LAN connection was terminated because of a problem with the USB port or LAN terminal. Turn off the projec

7Projector Features and Main FunctionsFeatures Common to All Modelsz Mercury-free Hybrid Light SourceA CASIO-original laser and LED hybrid light sourc

70Check the following items whenever you experience any problem with the projector.Projector TroubleshootingProblem Cause and Recommended ActionPower

71Important!z Try performing the following steps, which may or may not return the projector to normal operation.z If normal operation does not resume

72AppendixThis section explains how to establish a component video connection between the projector and a video device.z Component video output termin

73Notez Note that regardless of whether the image being projected is being input via the projector’s S-VIDEO terminal or VIDEO terminal, the projector

74The projector’s firmware (software in the projector flash ROM) can be updated and user logo images can be transferred to the projector from a comput

75The projector can be hung from a ceiling. When doing so, the projector should be turned upside down, and secured to the ceiling.For full details, co

76z The projection distance values below are for reference when setting up the projector.z “h” in the illustration and table indicates the distance be

77XJ-M SeriesThe following table shows the relationship between the distance and projected image size.Projection SizeApproximate Projection DistanceXJ

78The following shows how images are projected in accordance with the type of the input signal and the aspect ratio setting of the projector.XJ-A242/X

79XJ-A142/XJ-A147/XJ-M141/XJ-M146/XJ-M151/XJ-M156Input source: RGB or HDMI (PC)Input source: Video, component or HDMI (DTV)Input Signal Normal Full 16

8Other Model-specific FeaturesXJ-A Seriesz Slim and compactA4 file size and approximately 43 mm slim. Compact enough to install or use just about anyw

80Important!z Even if a signal is listed in the table below, it does not guarantee that you will be able to display its images correctly.RGB SignalSup

81Component SignalVideo SignalHDMI SignalSignal Name Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz)HDTV 1080p/50 56.3 501080p/60 67.5 60720p/50 37

823D Signals (3D Input Mode)Signal NameHorizontal Frequency (kHz)Vertical Frequency (Hz)RGB Signal 640 × 480/60 31.5 60640 × 480/120 61.7 120800 × 600

83When there is a serial connection between the projector and a computer, you can control the projector using RS-232C commands sent from the computer.

84Using Control CommandsThis section explains the commands that are used to control the projector from a computer.Command Send Formatz See the “Comman

85Command Listz Only the following functions are supported while the projector is turned off. Do not try to send any other command to the projector.z

86Eco Mode: Enter Eco Mode. PMD RW 0: Off (Bright), 1: Off (Normal), 2: On (Auto), 3: On (Manual 1), 4: On (Manual 2), 5: On (Manual 3), 6: On (Manual

87Volume +/–: Raises or lowers the current volume setting by 1. +: VLP–: VLMW0 to 30Mute: Switches mute on or off. MUT RW 0: Off, 1: On*1 Top of proje

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9Getting ReadyThis section explains how to select a location for the projector, how to connect its cables, and how to perform other operations require

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