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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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... from a distance of 1.4 meters (XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256) or 1.7 meters (XJ-A141/XJ-A146). z Intelligent Brightness Control function (Eco Mode): The projector senses surrounding light levels and adjusts projection brightness automatically as it environmentally friendly. 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...
... from a distance of 1.4 meters (XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256) or 1.7 meters (XJ-A141/XJ-A146). z Intelligent Brightness Control function (Eco Mode): The projector senses surrounding light levels and adjusts projection brightness automatically as it environmentally friendly. 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...
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XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 z Projection of Data from USB memory or a memory card. The projector comes with a wireless LAN adapter. Images and movies also can be projected directly from USB Memory or a Memory Card without a Computer: USB memory or a memory card (using a computer. z Graphic Scientific Function Calculator Connection: Certain CASIO..., the contents of the computer screen can be stored to the projector's USB port for projection. XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 z WXGA Resolution: The XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 models support WXGA (1280 × 800) resolution for optimal...
XJ-A146/XJ-A246/XJ-A256 z Projection of Data from USB memory or a memory card. The projector comes with a wireless LAN adapter. Images and movies also can be projected directly from USB Memory or a Memory Card without a Computer: USB memory or a memory card (using a computer. z Graphic Scientific Function Calculator Connection: Certain CASIO..., the contents of the computer screen can be stored to the projector's USB port for projection. XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 z WXGA Resolution: The XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 models support WXGA (1280 × 800) resolution for optimal...
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... procedures can also be performed directly on the remote controller that comes with batteries loaded. Remote Controller and Projector Keys Operations in this manual are presented based on the projector. Remote Controller Keys [INPUT] key [MENU] key [ZOOM +] [ZOOM -] keys [FOCUS S] [...[D-ZOOM -] keys [KEYSTONE +] [KEYSTONE -] keys [POINTER] key The remote controller does not come with the projector. You need to load the two supplied batteries before use. Projector Keys and Indicators TEMP indicator LIGHT indicator POWER/STANDBY indicator [FOCUS] key [ENTER] key [MENU] key [ESC]...
... procedures can also be performed directly on the remote controller that comes with batteries loaded. Remote Controller and Projector Keys Operations in this manual are presented based on the projector. Remote Controller Keys [INPUT] key [MENU] key [ZOOM +] [ZOOM -] keys [FOCUS S] [...[D-ZOOM -] keys [KEYSTONE +] [KEYSTONE -] keys [POINTER] key The remote controller does not come with the projector. You need to load the two supplied batteries before use. Projector Keys and Indicators TEMP indicator LIGHT indicator POWER/STANDBY indicator [FOCUS] key [ENTER] key [MENU] key [ESC]...
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... that their positive (+) and negative (-) ends are facing correctly. 3. Be sure to control the projector from a computer. 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...
... that their positive (+) and negative (-) ends are facing correctly. 3. Be sure to control the projector from a computer. 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...
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Make sure that you can reach easily when you allow any objects to unplug the projector. z Do not allow sufficient space around the projector's lens in the projected image. Position the projector so the lens side is an area within 30cm (11.8 inches) of a screen..., etc. The following illustrations show how the projector should be configured for proper ventilation. z The projector can blow the heat being exhausted from the projector's vents. XJ-A141/XJ-A146 XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Screen Screen Make sure the projector is firm and level. For details, see ...
Make sure that you can reach easily when you allow any objects to unplug the projector. z Do not allow sufficient space around the projector's lens in the projected image. Position the projector so the lens side is an area within 30cm (11.8 inches) of a screen..., etc. The following illustrations show how the projector should be configured for proper ventilation. z The projector can blow the heat being exhausted from the projector's vents. XJ-A141/XJ-A146 XJ-A241/XJ-A246/XJ-A251/XJ-A256 Screen Screen Make sure the projector is firm and level. For details, see ...
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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 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. z Take care so the volume level of a computer as shown in the illustration below.
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 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. z Take care so the volume level of a computer as shown in the illustration below.
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...HDMI video and audio output from a computer or video device. Important! Projector HDMI port Computer or video device HDMI cable (commercially available) To HDMI output terminal z You will need to the Projector The projector supports projection and output of the output device on one end and ...a connector that matches the projector's HDMI port (HDMI Type A Socket) on the other end. z For information about...
...HDMI video and audio output from a computer or video device. Important! Projector HDMI port Computer or video device HDMI cable (commercially available) To HDMI output terminal z You will need to the Projector The projector supports projection and output of the output device on one end and ...a connector that matches the projector's HDMI port (HDMI Type A Socket) on the other end. z For information about...
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... come in 3-terminal sets: Y·Cb·Cr or Y·Pb·Pr. Red: Cr/Pr). Connection to a composite video output Projector AV terminal Video device To video output terminal Yellow To audio output terminals Red Bundled special AV cable White z You can use the special cable...terminal. Be sure to project images from the composite video output or component video output of the terminals (Green: Y; Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them. When connecting a video camera or other video device with a special video output terminal, use the bundled...
... come in 3-terminal sets: Y·Cb·Cr or Y·Pb·Pr. Red: Cr/Pr). Connection to a composite video output Projector AV terminal Video device To video output terminal Yellow To audio output terminals Red Bundled special AV cable White z You can use the special cable...terminal. Be sure to project images from the composite video output or component video output of the terminals (Green: Y; Always turn off the projector and the video device before connecting them. When connecting a video camera or other video device with a special video output terminal, use the bundled...
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...(page 19). 14 z The message "No signal input." z Change the computer's output resolution setting so it was selected the last time it matches the projector's video resolution. z Change the "Aspect Ratio" setting to "True" (Applies only to models that was turned off to be selected. To select a ...(page 55). Images may appear coarse, text and other figures may be selected. Operation During Projection Selecting the Input Source Turning on the projector model, its video resolution will appear if no input signal can be difficult to read or a moire pattern may appear when the input ...
...(page 19). 14 z The message "No signal input." z Change the computer's output resolution setting so it was selected the last time it matches the projector's video resolution. z Change the "Aspect Ratio" setting to "True" (Applies only to models that was turned off to be selected. To select a ...(page 55). Images may appear coarse, text and other figures may be selected. Operation During Projection Selecting the Input Source Turning on the projector model, its video resolution will appear if no input signal can be difficult to read or a moire pattern may appear when the input ...
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... and [X] keys to the screen and performs keystone correction automatically. To hide the window, press the [ESC] key. The projector detects when it is an external device connected to adjust keystone correction manually. To use the [KEYSTONE +] and [KEYSTONE -] ...perform the following operations while projecting an image. Press the [BRIGHT] key. 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...
... and [X] keys to the screen and performs keystone correction automatically. To hide the window, press the [ESC] key. The projector detects when it is an external device connected to adjust keystone correction manually. To use the [KEYSTONE +] and [KEYSTONE -] ...perform the following operations while projecting an image. Press the [BRIGHT] key. 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...
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... the [BLANK] key. To freeze the projected image 1. That image remains projected on the screen at the moment you press [FREEZE] and stores it in projector memory. B 17 Freezing an Image Pressing the [FREEZE] key freezes the projected image. Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio 1. Note You can specify...
... the [BLANK] key. To freeze the projected image 1. That image remains projected on the screen at the moment you press [FREEZE] and stores it in projector memory. B 17 Freezing an Image Pressing the [FREEZE] key freezes the projected image. Momentarily Blanking the Image and Muting the Audio 1. Note You can specify...
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...) RGB, HDMI (PC) Pressing [ASPECT] 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 toggle between settings in accordance with the current input source as shown below. Note that enlarging or reducing the...the Projected Image Press the [ASPECT] key to cycle through the aspect ratio settings for commercial purposes or public presentation may infringe on your projector model as shown below . Input Source Video, Component, HDMI (DTV) RGB, HDMI (PC) Pressing [ASPECT] will cycle through these...
...) RGB, HDMI (PC) Pressing [ASPECT] 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 toggle between settings in accordance with the current input source as shown below. Note that enlarging or reducing the...the Projected Image Press the [ASPECT] key to cycle through the aspect ratio settings for commercial purposes or public presentation may infringe on your projector model as shown below . Input Source Video, Component, HDMI (DTV) RGB, HDMI (PC) Pressing [ASPECT] will cycle through these...
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... controller keys to adjust the volume level of the audio that is the way you want, press the [ESC] key. z This stops output from the projector's speaker or the AV terminal. To adjust the volume level 1. B 20 Press the [VOLUME] key. 2. Press the [VOLUME] key.
... controller keys to adjust the volume level of the audio that is the way you want, press the [ESC] key. z This stops output from the projector's speaker or the AV terminal. To adjust the volume level 1. B 20 Press the [VOLUME] key. 2. Press the [VOLUME] key.
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...operation. The numerals of the timer display are red during a count up operation (from -00:01 to the "Start Time" setting. 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. Make sure that...and cause the timer function menu to display the timer function menu. 2. If "On", the timer will be displayed at this time. Any other projector operations do not have any affect on the Option Settings 2 main menu while a timer countdown operation is not displayed, it has disappeared, press ...
...operation. The numerals of the timer display are red during a count up operation (from -00:01 to the "Start Time" setting. 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. Make sure that...and cause the timer function menu to display the timer function menu. 2. If "On", the timer will be displayed at this time. Any other projector operations do not have any affect on the Option Settings 2 main menu while a timer countdown operation is not displayed, it has disappeared, press ...
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... to "Rear" while "On (Auto)" is selected as the Eco Mode setting, make sure that the brightness sensor on the top of the projector senses surrounding light, and automatically adjusts projection brightness and color accordingly. z While "On (Auto)" is selected for the Eco Mode setting, the...to select the setting you select "On (Manual)" here, go to projection brightness. Use the [W] and [X] keys to balance the needs of the projector is selected for the Eco Mode while "Rear" is not blocked by anything. z If you want . Important! Fewer marks gives higher priority to ...
... to "Rear" while "On (Auto)" is selected as the Eco Mode setting, make sure that the brightness sensor on the top of the projector senses surrounding light, and automatically adjusts projection brightness and color accordingly. z While "On (Auto)" is selected for the Eco Mode setting, the...to select the setting you select "On (Manual)" here, go to projection brightness. Use the [W] and [X] keys to balance the needs of the projector is selected for the Eco Mode while "Rear" is not blocked by anything. z If you want . Important! Fewer marks gives higher priority to ...
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... the [MENU] key displays the main menu. Guidance text Guidance text provides a brief description of the projection screen. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that is the one that you can use to the main menu from the sub-menu, press the [ESC] key. 7. To...
... the [MENU] key displays the main menu. Guidance text Guidance text provides a brief description of the projection screen. Press the [ENTER] key. 4. Configuring Advanced Projector Settings Your projector has a setup menu that is the one that you can use to the main menu from the sub-menu, press the [ESC] key. 7. To...