Canon REALiS SX60 User Manual

MULTIMEDIA PROJECTORTable of contents/Safety InstructionsBefore UseSetting Up the ProjectorProjecting an Image from the ComputerProjecting an Image fr

10SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSNever push objects of any kind into this projector through cabinet slots as they may touchdangerous voltage points or short out p

100SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSDisplaying a Logo (NO SHOW)[NO SHOW]You can display a user logo on a screen whenthe projected image is blackened out

101SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusSelecting Aspect Ratio of the Screen[Screen aspect]You can select the aspect ratio of the proj

102SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting the Image QualitySelecting an Image Mode[Image mode]You can select an image mode suitable for theprojecting

103SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting the Image QualityAdjusting the Brightness[Brightness]You can adjust the brightness of an image whenit is too

104SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSAdjusting the Sharpness[Sharpness]You can adjust the sharpness when you want tomake an image sharper or softer.TTPre

105SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting the Image QualityMaking Color Adjustment (1) (SX7 II)[Color adjustment]You can adjust color level and color

106SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSMaking Color Adjustment (3)[Color adjustment]You can adjust color level and color balance andmake color adjustment f

107SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting the Image QualityMaking Advanced Color Adjustment (2)[Mem. color correct]You can correct colors (e.g. blue s

108SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSCorrecting the Image According to the Ambient Light (SX7 II)[Ambient light]You can correct and project an image more

109SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting the Image QualityReducing the Lamp Brightness[Lamp mode]You can reduce the lamp brightness if you wantto mak

11SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSAC Power Cord RequirementThe AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirements for use in thecountry you purchase

110SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSResetting the Image Settings[Reset]You can reset the current image settings to thedefault settings if you want to ma

111SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Various FunctionSetting Auto Setup Function[Auto setup]You can select an item you want to enable in theauto

112SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSkip the POWER Button Operation[Direct power on]You can set the projector to be turned on whenyou connect the power

113SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Various FunctionSelecting a Display Language[Language]You can select a language to be used in themenu from 2

114SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSProhibiting the Projector Operation[Key lock]You can prohibit the use of the buttons on thetop control or remote con

115SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Various FunctionTurning On/Off the LED Illumination[LED illumination]You can turn on/off the LED illuminatio

116SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting up the Digital Video Input Signal [Digital video]You can select the standard of the digital videoinput signa

117SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Various FunctionRegistering a Password[Register password]You can register a password that you need toenter w

118SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSResetting the Lamp Counter[Lamp counter]You can reset the lamp counter that indicates thetiming to replace the proje

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12SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSFederal Communication Commission NoticeMultimedia Projector, Model: SX7 MarkII/SX60This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC R

120MAINTENANCEMaintenanceCleaning the ProjectorClean the projector frequently to prevent dust from settling on the surface.A dirty lens may ruin the q

121MAINTENANCECleaning and Replacing the Air FilterAn air filter is installed in the air intake vent on the bottom of the main body to protect theinte

122MAINTENANCEReplacing the LampWhen the time of use of the lamp exceeds the certain amount of time, the following mes-sage (two types) is displayed f

123MAINTENANCEReplacing the Lamp1 Turn off the projector, disconnect the powerplug from the AC outlet, and then let the pro-jector stand for at least

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126TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleshootingWARNING Lamp Flash PatternsThe WARNING lamp on the Control Panel flashes in red after the projector is turned offwhen

127TROUBLESHOOTINGSymptoms and SolutionsYou cannot turn on the projector.You cannot project an image from the projector.Cause CountermeasureThe power

128TROUBLESHOOTINGYou cannot hear sound.The projected image is blur.You cannot project an image appropriately.Cause CountermeasureThe audio cable is n

129TROUBLESHOOTINGYou cannot project an image from a notebook computer.The projector is forced to be turned off.Cause CountermeasureThe connection cab

13SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPrecautions on Handling the Batteries in the Remote ControllerLamp Handling PrecautionsThis projector uses a high-pressure mercur

130TROUBLESHOOTINGYou cannot operate the remote control.You cannot use the wireless mouse function.Cause CountermeasureBatteries are not installed pro

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132APPENDIXAppendixSupported Computer Signal TypesThis projector supports following signal types.If your computer or AV equipment is compatible with a

133APPENDIXRelationship between Screen Size and Projecting DistanceScreen size at 4:3 aspect ratio Type – W x D (cm)Projecting distance at (m)H1 (cm)

134APPENDIXGlossary* is only applicable to SX7 MarkII6-axis color adjust (P107)The color adjustment function for anadvanced user. You can adjust color

135APPENDIXColor temperature* (P105)A value that represents the related color in alight source in general. In this projector, thecolor temperature is

136APPENDIXHDMI (P65, 70)A digital video signal connection interface foran AV equipment. Its terminal is more com-pact than the DVI terminal. It allow

137APPENDIXS-video (P27, 66, 92)A signal system (YC separation signal) usedto send a brightness signal (Y) and color sig-nal (C) separately. Connect t

138APPENDIXSpecificationsProjector* 99.99% or more of the LCD panel pixels are effective. During projection, 0.01% or less of pixels may stay lit or u

139APPENDIXExternal ViewInput terminal-2 (ANALOG IN-2) (Analog PC-2 input/component input terminal)This terminal is used as a computer analog PC input

14SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCarrying/Transporting the ProjectorInstallation PrecautionsDisposal of Waste Lampz Dispose of the projector's mercury lamp a

140INDEXIndexNumerics6-axis color adjust ... 107, 134AAdjusting keystone distortion ... 52AdobeRGB ...

141INDEXMMem. color correct ... 107Memorized color correction ... 136Menu ...

142Options* This part is used to hang the projector from a ceiling.For more detailed information, refer to the instruction manual that comes with the

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144Menu ConfigurationThe Display settings menu* Factory defaults (settings after reset)** You can set this if you have selected [Photo] for [Image mod

145The Image adjustment menu The System settings menuImage modeDIGITAL PC/ANALOG PCP102Photo (SX7 II)COMMONStandard *PresentationMovie***Home Cinema (

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15SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen placing the projector on a castered stand or table, be sure to lock thecasters.z Failure to do so may cause the projector to

16Features of the Multimedia Projector SX7 MarkII/SX60Thank you for purchasing a Canon projector.The MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR SX7 MarkII/SX60 are high-per

17Supplied Manuals and Symbols Used in This ManualSupplied ManualsUser’s Manual (This Document)This is a universal manual for the projector, SX7 MarkI

18COPYRIGHT NOTICEPlease note that enlarging or reducing the size of an image for commercial purposes orpublic presentation may infringe on the legall

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2Quick Reference – How to start projectionComputer1. Install the projector. P32-33z Install the projector at the desired distance from the screen.2. C

20BEFORE USEBefore UseSupplied AccessoriesCheck whether the following accessories are supplied with the projector.z Remote control z Batteries (type A

21BEFORE USEInstalling the Lens CapAs shown in the illustration on the right, let the lenscap strap through the hole on the lens cap, and thenthe lens

22BEFORE USEPart NamesMain Unit of ProjectorFront SideRear Side(SX7 MarkII is used in the following illustrations)Infrared Remote Receiver (P29)Rangin

23BEFORE USEBottom SideLens Cap Strap Insertion HoleAdjustable Foot (P43)Air Intake VentLamp Cover (P123)Rear Adjustable Foot (for fine adjustment)Air

24BEFORE USEButtons on the Remote Control and Top ControlRemote ControlThis projector can be operated using but-tons on the remote control or the top

25BEFORE USETop Control(10)POINTER button (P87)Selects the upper, lower, left, or rightitem in the menu. Also moves themouse cursor under the USB conn

26BEFORE USEInput Terminals on Main UnitSX7 MarkIISX60(1) (2) (3)(7) (6)(5)(4)(8)(9)(10)(10)(1) (2) (3)(7)(6)(5)(8)(9)(10)(10)

27BEFORE USE(1) Input Terminal-1 (DIGITAL IN/ANALOG IN-1) (P36, 37, 65)Receives a digital (DIGITAL PC) and analog PC signal (ANALOG PC-1).Receives a d

28BEFORE USEIndicators on the Top ControlTop Control(1) POWER indicator (P40, 60, 111)Indicates the projector status.Red: The projector can be turned

29BEFORE USEPreparing the Remote ControlInstalling Remote Control BatteriesRemote Control Operating RangePoint the remote control to the infraredremot

3AV Equipment1. Install the projector. P32-33z Install the projector at the desired distance from the screen.z Install batteries in the remote control

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32SETTING UP THE PROJECTORSetting Up the ProjectorDetermining the Distance to the ScreenThe projected image size is determined by the distance between

33SETTING UP THE PROJECTORDetermining the Installation PositionPlacing in Front of the ScreenPlace the projector perpendicular to the screenas far as

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36PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERProjecting an Image from the ComputerConnecting the Projector to the ComputerConnect the projector to the compu

37PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERz Before connecting cables, turn off both the projector and computer.z It may project an image inappropriately

38PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERConnecting to an External MonitorYou can display an image from the projec-tor to an external monitor.Connecting

39PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERConnecting to AUDIO IN Termi-nals (SX60)Connect the audio cable to the AUDIO INterminal if you want to use the

4TABLE OF CONTENTSTable of ContentsQuick Reference – How to start projection... 2Table of Co

40PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERStarting ProjectionConnect the power cord and turn on the projector to start the projection.1 Connect the power

41PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERThe countdown window is displayed for approximately 20 seconds, and then the guid-ing message for the auto setu

42PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERAdjusting the ImageAdjusting the Image Size (ZOOM)Adjust the image size in accordance with the screen.1 Press t

43PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERAdjusting the Projection AngleYou can adjust the projection angle with the adjustable foot.1 Lift the front sid

44PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERPreparing the ComputerDetermining the Output Resolution of the ComputerTo make the most of the display performa

45PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERMacintosh OSX1. Open the Apple Menu and select [SystemEnvironment Setting].2. In the System Environment Setting

46PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERPerforming the Auto SetupWith the auto setup function, the following set of adjustments is performed automatica

47PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER2 Press the [AUTO SET] button.The Auto setup window appears.3 Press the [AUTO SET] button again.One or more fun

48PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSelecting an Input SignalYou can select an input signal type.Select an input signal from the followings:ANALOG

49PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER3 If the target input signal is unavailable from the list at the left, press the [>] button, andthen press t

5TABLE OF CONTENTSUseful Functions Available During a Presentation ... 78Blackened Out an Image Temporaril

50PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER Selecting ANALOG PC-21 Press the [INPUT] button.The [INPUT] window appears.2 Select the second top item in th

51PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERAdjusting the FocusYou can adjust the focus.Follow the steps below to adjust the focus manually if the Auto set

52PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERAdjusting Keystone DistortionThe Auto setup function (Auto keystone) automatically adjusts the keystone distort

53PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER3 Press the [OK] button.z The result of keystone adjustment is memorized. If you place the projector at the sam

54PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSetting Up the Computer Screen Automatically (AUTO PC)This projector automatically makes optimum settings for t

55PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSelecting an Image Mode (IMAGE)You can select an image mode depending on the projecting image. You can also adj

56PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSX7 MarkII SX60StandardPresentationMoviePhotoAdobeRGBsRGBStandardPresentationMovieHome CinemasRGBz You can adju

57PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSelecting a Screen Mode (Aspect)You can select one of the following screen modes depending on the aspect ratio

58PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTER True sizeSelect this if you want to project a computer screen in its orig-inal size.A clear image can be obta

59PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSelecting Aspect Ratio of the Projecting Image (Screen aspect)You can select among three aspect ratios of the p

6TABLE OF CONTENTSMaking Advanced Color Adjustment (2) ... 107Making Advanced Color

60PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERTurning Off the Projector1 Press the [POWER] button.A confirmation message appears on the screen.To continue pr

61PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM THE COMPUTERSetting Up the Power Management FunctionYou can use the power management function that turns off the lamp if th

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64PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTProjecting an Image from AV EquipmentConnecting the Projector to an AV EquipmentConnect the projector and AV eq

65PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTSCART cableINPUT Signal: Select [SCART] (P72)AV equipmentProjector(SCART terminal)Input Terminal-2 (ANALOG IN-2

66PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTS-VIDEO cableINPUT Signal: [S-VIDEO] is selected automati-callyAV equipmentProjectorS-VIDEO input terminal(S-VI

67PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTConnecting to AUDIO IN Terminals (SX7 II)Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO IN terminal corresponding to the i

68PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTConnecting to AUDIO OUT Termi-nals (SX7 II)Connect the audio cable between theAUDIO OUT terminal and an externa

69PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTProjecting a Video Image from an AV EquipmentYou can project a video image with the steps similar to those for

7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety InstructionsBefore operating this projector, read this manual thoroughly in order to operate theprojector properly.This pro

70PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTPerforming the Auto SetupWith the auto setup function, a series of screen adjustment and settings, such as Auto

71PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENT Selecting DIGITAL VIDEO1 Press the [INPUT] button.The [INPUT] window appears.2 Select the top item in the men

72PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENT Selecting SCART1 Press the [INPUT] button.The [INPUT] window appears.2 Select the second top item in the menu

73PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTSelecting a Screen Mode (Aspect)You can select one of the following screen modes depending on the aspect ratio

74PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENTSelecting Aspect Ratio of the Projecting Image (Screen aspect)You can select among three aspect ratios of the p

75PROJECTING AN IMAGE FROM AV EQUIPMENT 16:9 D. image shiftSelect this when you use a screen with aspect ratio of 16:9. You can vertically shift or f

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78USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATIONUseful Functions Available During a PresentationBlackened Out an Image TemporarilyX Useful when:X Yo

79USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATIONMuting the SoundX Useful when:X You want to immediately mute the soundfrom the projector.Mute the so

8SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety PrecautionsWARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.z This pr

80USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATIONShowing the Elapsed TimeX Useful when:X You want to manage the proceedings ofthe presentation.The el

81USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATIONZooming an ImageX Useful when:X Zoom in an object such as a smallgraph during a presentation.X Movin

82USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATIONOperating a Mouse with the Remote ControlX Useful when:X You want to operate a mouse with theremote

83USEFUL FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE DURING A PRESENTATIONPointing with a SpotlightX Useful when:X You want to point to a portion of animage that should draw

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86SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Up Functions from MenusHow to Use MenusSome of the projector's function are used through the menu screen

87SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSThis section provides the basic operation on the menu.1 Press the [MENU] button.A menu window appears.2 Press [<]

88SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS4 Set the menu item.There are four types of menu items that you make a setting:z Directlyz From a listz With a slider

89SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUS5 Press the [OK] button.In some menu items, the setting is enabled just by making a selection.6 Press the [MENU] butt

9SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD AND KEEP THIS OWNER'S MANUAL FOR LATER USE.All the safety and operating instructions should be read before beginning to

90SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusSelecting a Screen Mode (1)[Aspect]You can adjust the aspect ratio of the image pro-jected on t

91SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusSelecting a Screen Mode (3)[Aspect]You can adjust the aspect ratio of the image pro-jected on t

92SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSelecting an Input Signal Type (2)[Input signal select]You can select an input signal type manually if avideo image f

93SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusAdjusting the Total Number of Dots[Total dots]You can select the total number of dots in thehor

94SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSAdjusting the Horizontal Position[Horizontal position]You can adjust the horizontal position of thescreen when the pr

95SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusAdjusting the Number of Horizontal Pixels[Horizontal pixels]You can adjust the number of the pi

96SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSPerforming Progressive Processing[Progressive]You can accumulate and composite informationfor a signal for a low reso

97SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusPerforming the Ceiling-mounted/Rear Projection[Image flip H/V]You can make this setting if you

98SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSCorrecting the Screen Color[Screen color]You can adjust the while balance so that whiteportions of the image are disp

99SETTING UP FUNCTIONS FROM MENUSSetting Display StatusSelecting a Logo Display Position (SX60)[Logo position]You can select a logo display position.