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z Be sure to read the precautions in the separate Setup Guide. E DATA PROJECTOR XJ-A141/XJ-A146* XJ-A241/XJ-A246* XJ-A251/XJ-A256* * USB Port Models User's Guide z Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future reference.
z Be sure to read the precautions in the separate Setup Guide. E DATA PROJECTOR XJ-A141/XJ-A146* XJ-A241/XJ-A246* XJ-A251/XJ-A256* * USB Port Models User's Guide z Be sure to keep all user documentation handy for future reference.
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... Setup Precautions 10 Connecting to an Image Output Device 11 Connecting the Analog RGB Output of a Computer to the Projector 11 Connecting the HDMI Output of a Video Device or Computer to the Projector 12 Connecting to a Video Device 13 Connection to a composite video output 13 Connection to a component video output 13 Operation...
... Setup Precautions 10 Connecting to an Image Output Device 11 Connecting the Analog RGB Output of a Computer to the Projector 11 Connecting the HDMI Output of a Video Device or Computer to the Projector 12 Connecting to a Video Device 13 Connection to a composite video output 13 Connection to a component video output 13 Operation...
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...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 25 Displaying the Setup Menu 25 Configuring Setup Menu Settings 25 Basic Setup Menu Example 26 Direct ...Only 42 Wireless Main Menu (USB Port Models Only 42 Operational Info Main Menu 42 Restore All Defaults Main Menu 42 Cleaning the Projector 43 Cleaning the Projector Exterior 43 Cleaning the Lens 43 Cleaning Intake and Exhaust Vents 43 Troubleshooting 44 Indicators 44 Error Indicators and Warning Messages 44 4
...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 25 Displaying the Setup Menu 25 Configuring Setup Menu Settings 25 Basic Setup Menu Example 26 Direct ...Only 42 Wireless Main Menu (USB Port Models Only 42 Operational Info Main Menu 42 Restore All Defaults Main Menu 42 Cleaning the Projector 43 Cleaning the Projector Exterior 43 Cleaning the Lens 43 Cleaning Intake and Exhaust Vents 43 Troubleshooting 44 Indicators 44 Error Indicators and Warning Messages 44 4
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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 53 Specifications 55 About this manual are explained using the remote controller that comes with the projector. 5 All of the operations in this manual...
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 53 Specifications 55 About this manual are explained using the remote controller that comes with the projector. 5 All of the operations in this manual...
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... projection range: A wide angle 2X zoom allows projection even when projector-to-screen distance is plugged into a power outlet. 6 z A wide selection of the projector and remote controller keys. Projector Features and Main Functions XJ-A141/XJ-A146/XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 z Mercury-free Hybrid Light Source: A CASIO-original laser and LED hybrid light source delivers high luminance...
... projection range: A wide angle 2X zoom allows projection even when projector-to-screen distance is plugged into a power outlet. 6 z A wide selection of the projector and remote controller keys. Projector Features and Main Functions XJ-A141/XJ-A146/XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 z Mercury-free Hybrid Light Source: A CASIO-original laser and LED hybrid light source delivers high luminance...
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...make projection impossible. 7 The projector comes with a wireless LAN adapter. z Graphic Scientific Function Calculator Connection: Certain CASIO graphic scientific calculator models can be...projector's USB port. Document camera capabilities allow projection of data without a Computer: USB memory or a memory card (using a computer. z Support for Wireless projection from MobiShow: You can install AWIND's MobiShow (client software for projecting images from USB Memory or a Memory Card without going through a computer. XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 z WXGA Resolution: The XJ-A241/XJ...
...make projection impossible. 7 The projector comes with a wireless LAN adapter. z Graphic Scientific Function Calculator Connection: Certain CASIO graphic scientific calculator models can be...projector's USB port. Document camera capabilities allow projection of data without a Computer: USB memory or a memory card (using a computer. z Support for Wireless projection from MobiShow: You can install AWIND's MobiShow (client software for projecting images from USB Memory or a Memory Card without going through a computer. XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 z WXGA Resolution: The XJ-A241/XJ...
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..., so the most of the same procedures can also be performed directly on the remote controller that comes with batteries loaded. Projector Keys and Indicators TEMP indicator LIGHT indicator POWER/STANDBY indicator [FOCUS] key [ENTER] key [MENU] key [ESC] key [P] (Power...) key Cursor keys (q/w/U/I) [INPUT] key [ZOOM] key [AUTO] key 8 Important! Remote Controller and Projector Keys Operations in this manual are presented based on the projector. You need to load the two supplied batteries before use. Major operation keys are not pressed inadvertently.
..., so the most of the same procedures can also be performed directly on the remote controller that comes with batteries loaded. Projector Keys and Indicators TEMP indicator LIGHT indicator POWER/STANDBY indicator [FOCUS] key [ENTER] key [MENU] key [ESC] key [P] (Power...) key Cursor keys (q/w/U/I) [INPUT] key [ZOOM] key [AUTO] key 8 Important! Remote Controller and Projector Keys Operations in this manual are presented based on the projector. You need to load the two supplied batteries before use. Major operation keys are not pressed inadvertently.
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... on the back of the remote controller. 2. Back Terminals COMPUTER terminal AV terminal Remote control signal receiver Serial port* Speaker HDMI port USB port (XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 only) Anti-theft lock hole Intake vents Power connector * This serial port is for connecting a separately available special cable (YK-5) to use alkaline... on the back of the remote controller, replace the old batteries with new ones, and then close the battery cover. 9 Be sure to control the projector from a computer.
... on the back of the remote controller. 2. Back Terminals COMPUTER terminal AV terminal Remote control signal receiver Serial port* Speaker HDMI port USB port (XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 only) Anti-theft lock hole Intake vents Power connector * This serial port is for connecting a separately available special cable (YK-5) to use alkaline... on the back of the remote controller, replace the old batteries with new ones, and then close the battery cover. 9 Be sure to control the projector from a computer.
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... in the projected image. If this happens, adjust the airflow of the air conditioning equipment or move the projector. XJ-A141/XJ-A146 XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Screen Screen Make sure the projector is firm and level. Keep all obstacles and other objects at least 30cm away from the area around the sides and back...
... in the projected image. If this happens, adjust the airflow of the air conditioning equipment or move the projector. XJ-A141/XJ-A146 XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Screen Screen Make sure the projector is firm and level. Keep all obstacles and other objects at least 30cm away from the area around the sides and back...
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Important! z Take care so the volume level of a computer as shown in the illustration below. z Always turn off the projector and the computer before connecting them. 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 the computer is not set too high. Projector AV terminal COMPUTER terminal Computer To monitor terminal (analog RGB output terminal) Bundled mini D-Sub cable Audio cable (commercially available) To line output terminal 11
Important! z Take care so the volume level of a computer as shown in the illustration below. z Always turn off the projector and the computer before connecting them. 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 the computer is not set too high. Projector AV terminal COMPUTER terminal Computer To monitor terminal (analog RGB output terminal) Bundled mini D-Sub cable Audio cable (commercially available) To line output terminal 11
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... and audio output from a computer or video device. z For information about HDMI video signal supported by the projector, see page 54. z The projector supports L-PCM 32kHz, 44.1kHz, and 48kHz HDMI audio signals. 12 Projector HDMI port Computer or video device HDMI cable (commercially available) To HDMI output terminal z You will need to...
... and audio output from a computer or video device. z For information about HDMI video signal supported by the projector, see page 54. z The projector supports L-PCM 32kHz, 44.1kHz, and 48kHz HDMI audio signals. 12 Projector HDMI port Computer or video device HDMI cable (commercially available) To HDMI output terminal z You will need to...
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... You can use the special cable that connection only to an analog component video output terminal is supported. Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them. For details, see the documentation that comes with the video device. When connecting a ...colors of the plugs on a component video cable with the colors of a connected video device. Connection to a component video output Projector AV terminal COMPUTER terminal Video device To component video output terminals To audio output terminals Component video cable (commercially available) Bundled special ...
... You can use the special cable that connection only to an analog component video output terminal is supported. Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them. For details, see the documentation that comes with the video device. When connecting a ...colors of the plugs on a component video cable with the colors of a connected video device. Connection to a component video output Projector AV terminal COMPUTER terminal Video device To component video output terminals To audio output terminals Component video cable (commercially available) Bundled special ...
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... WXGA (1280 × 800 pixels). z The name of the Projected Image" (page 19). 14 See the user documentation that comes with your projector, see "Changing the Aspect Ratio of the input source you want to read or a moire pattern may be selected. z Change the "Aspect Ratio...WXGA video resolution). Images may appear coarse, text and other figures may appear when the input signal from a computer does not match the projector's video resolution. For information about the video resolution of the "Specifications" (page 55). For information about changing its actual size (1 input...
... WXGA (1280 × 800 pixels). z The name of the Projected Image" (page 19). 14 See the user documentation that comes with your projector, see "Changing the Aspect Ratio of the input source you want to read or a moire pattern may be selected. z Change the "Aspect Ratio...WXGA video resolution). Images may appear coarse, text and other figures may appear when the input signal from a computer does not match the projector's video resolution. For information about the video resolution of the "Specifications" (page 55). For information about changing its actual size (1 input...
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...operations while projecting an image. z This displays the brightness adjustment window. 2. Image Operations During Projection You can use manual keystone correction The projector has a keystone correction feature that prevents distortion of the projected image when projecting from an angle. z Image brightness adjustment z Manual keystone ... port or via the wireless adapter. 1. To use the [KEYSTONE +] and [KEYSTONE -] keys to adjust image brightness. 3. The projector detects when it is an external device connected to the screen and performs keystone correction automatically.
...operations while projecting an image. z This displays the brightness adjustment window. 2. Image Operations During Projection You can use manual keystone correction The projector has a keystone correction feature that prevents distortion of the projected image when projecting from an angle. z Image brightness adjustment z Manual keystone ... port or via the wireless adapter. 1. To use the [KEYSTONE +] and [KEYSTONE -] keys to adjust image brightness. 3. The projector detects when it is an external device connected to the screen and performs keystone correction automatically.
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... of a black screen or blue screen, or a logo. That image remains projected on the screen at the moment you press [FREEZE] and stores it in projector memory. Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio 1. Press the [BLANK] key. B 17
... of a black screen or blue screen, or a logo. That image remains projected on the screen at the moment you press [FREEZE] and stores it in projector memory. Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio 1. Press the [BLANK] key. B 17
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... "Screen Settings Main Menu". XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Pressing the [ASPECT] key will toggle between these settings: Normal J 16:9 J 4:3 J Letter Box Normal J Full J 4:3 J True XJ-A141/XJ-A146 Pressing the [ASPECT] key will cycle through the aspect ratio settings for commercial purposes or public presentation may infringe on your projector model as shown below...
... "Screen Settings Main Menu". XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Pressing the [ASPECT] key will toggle between these settings: Normal J 16:9 J 4:3 J Letter Box Normal J Full J 4:3 J True XJ-A141/XJ-A146 Pressing the [ASPECT] key will cycle through the aspect ratio settings for commercial purposes or public presentation may infringe on your projector model as shown below...
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... the setting is output from the speaker. 3. Note You also can use the setup menu to adjust the volume level. z This stops output from the projector's speaker or the AV terminal. Press the [ENTER] key. To restore the audio, press the [VOLUME] key again. z This causes the [Volume] screen to appear...
... the setting is output from the speaker. 3. Note You also can use the setup menu to adjust the volume level. z This stops output from the projector's speaker or the AV terminal. Press the [ENTER] key. To restore the audio, press the [VOLUME] key again. z This causes the [Volume] screen to appear...
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..."Pause Timer" is in progress, press the [TIMER] key to disappear. Use the [T] key to display the timer function menu. Any other projector operations do not have any affect on the Option Settings 2 main menu while a timer countdown operation is selected and then press the [ENTER] ...select "Start Timer" and then press the [ENTER] key. Use the [T] and [S] keys to display the timer function menu. 2. z Turning off the projector, performing the "Restore All Defaults" (page 42) operation, or performing the "Restore Menu Defaults" (page 41) operation on the timer. z After the ...
..."Pause Timer" is in progress, press the [TIMER] key to disappear. Use the [T] key to display the timer function menu. Any other projector operations do not have any affect on the Option Settings 2 main menu while a timer countdown operation is selected and then press the [ENTER] ...select "Start Timer" and then press the [ENTER] key. Use the [T] and [S] keys to display the timer function menu. 2. z Turning off the projector, performing the "Restore All Defaults" (page 42) operation, or performing the "Restore Menu Defaults" (page 41) operation on the timer. z After the ...
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z While "On (Auto)" is selected as the Eco Mode setting, make sure that the brightness sensor on the top of the projector is selected for the Eco Mode setting, the Eco Mode setting will automatically change to step 3. To select the Eco Mode 1. z If you ... factors. On (Manual): Enables manual adjustment to low-power, quiet operation. 4. A greater number gives high priority to balance the needs of the projector senses surrounding light, and automatically adjusts projection brightness and color accordingly. On (Auto) : A brightness sensor on the projection screen. 2.
z While "On (Auto)" is selected as the Eco Mode setting, make sure that the brightness sensor on the top of the projector is selected for the Eco Mode setting, the Eco Mode setting will automatically change to step 3. To select the Eco Mode 1. z If you ... factors. On (Manual): Enables manual adjustment to low-power, quiet operation. 4. A greater number gives high priority to balance the needs of the projector senses surrounding light, and automatically adjusts projection brightness and color accordingly. On (Auto) : A brightness sensor on the projection screen. 2.
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... setting. z The guidance text explains the operations you need to perform to select the main menu item you want by highlighting it . 5. Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that is highlighted. To exit the setup menu Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Perform the required operation on...
... setting. z The guidance text explains the operations you need to perform to select the main menu item you want by highlighting it . 5. Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that is highlighted. To exit the setup menu Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Perform the required operation on...