Sony VPL-CX80, VPL-CX86 Operating Instruction

Data Projector

Operating Instructions

2-634-395-11 (1)

VPL-CX86
VPL-CX80

© 2005 Sony Corporation

Table of Contents

Overview

About the Supplied Manuals ..............3

Features ..............................................4

Location and Function of Controls .... 6

Top/Front/Left Side ......................6

Rear/Right Side/Bottom ...............6

Control Panel ................................7

Connector Panel ........................... 8

Remote Commander ...................10

Presentation Tool

(VPL-CX86 only) ................... 12

Projecting the Picture

Installing the Projector ..................... 13

Connecting the Projector ................. 14

Connecting a Computer ..............14

Connecting a VCR .....................15

Projecting ......................................... 16

Turning Off the Power ..................... 19

Off & Go Function ......................23

Direct Power On/Off Function ....24

Effective Tools for Your

Presentation .............................24

Adjustments and Settings
Using a Menu

Using a MENU .................................25

The PICTURE SETTING Menu ......27

The INPUT SETTING Menu ...........28

About the Preset Memory No. ....29

The SET SETTING Menu ................30

The MENU SETTING Menu ...........32

The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......33

The INFORMATION Menu .............35

Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp ..........................37

Cleaning the Air Filter ......................39

Convenient Functions

Selecting the Menu Language .......... 20

Security Lock ................................... 21

Other Functions ................................23

Switching from the Intelligent

Auto-setup Function to Manual

Adjustments ............................ 23

Controlling the Computer

Using the Supplied Remote
Commander (When Using the

USB Cable) .............................23

Controlling the Computer

Using the Supplied Presentation
Tool (When Using the Air Shot)

(VPL-CX86 only) ................... 23

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Others

Troubleshooting ................................40

Messages List ..............................44

Specifications ...................................45

Installation Diagram .........................51

“Side Shot” and “V Keystone”

Adjustments ..................................55

Dimensions .......................................57

Index .................................................59

B Overview

About the Supplied Manuals

The following manuals and softwares are
supplied with this unit.

For the VPL-CX80, read the Safety
Regulations, Quick Reference Manual, and
Operating Instructions (for the VPL-CX86/
VPL-CX80). Other manuals on the CD­ROM and other software applications were
not prepared for the VPL-CX80.
Also, the Operating Instructions for the
VPL-CX76/VPL-CX70 are included on the
CD-ROM, but are not used for this unit.
On Macintosh system, you can read only the
Operating Instructions for the VPL-CX86/
VPL-CX80.

Manuals

Safety Regulations (separately
printed manual)

This manual describes important notes and
cautions to which you have to pay attention
when handling and using this product.

Quick Reference Manual (separately
printed manual)

This manual describes basic operations for
projecting pictures after you have made the
required connections.

Operating Instructions (for the VPL­CX86/VPL-CX80) (on the CD-ROM)
(this manual)

This Operating Instructions describes the
setup and operations of this unit. Model
VPL-CX86 is used for illustration purposes
throughout this manual. Any differences in
operation are indicated in the text, for
example, “VPL-CX86 only.”

Operating Instructions (for the VPL­CX76/VPL-CX70) (on the CD-ROM)

This Operating Instructions has been
prepared for the VPL-CX76/VPL-CX70.
This instruction is not used for this unit.

Operating Instructions for “Memory
Stick” (on the CD-ROM) (VPL-CX86
only)

This Operating Instructions describes how to
view slides using files sorted in a “Memory
Stick”.

Operating Instructions for Air Shot
(on the CD-ROM) (VPL-CX86 only)

This Operating Instructions describes how to
set up and operate the Air Shot.

User’s Guide for the USB Wireless
LAN Module Utility (on the CD-ROM)
(VPL-CX86 only) (Japanese and
English only)

This Operating Instructions describes how to
set up the USB Wireless LAN module.

Note

You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or
higher is installed to read the Operating
Instructions stored on the CD-ROM.

Software (on the CD-ROM)

Projector Station for Air Shot
Version 2 (VPL-CX86 only) (Japanese
and English only)

This is an application software for
transmitting data from a computer to the
projector via wireless LAN.

Projector Station for Presentation
(VPL-CX86 only) (Japanese and
English only)

This is an application software for creating
the files for a presentation performed using
the “Memory Stick”.

USB Wireless LAN Module Utility
(VPL-CX86 only) (English only)

This is an software for setting the USB
wireless LAN module. (When the projector
is used in simple mode, it is not necessary to
install this software.)

Overview

About the Supplied Manuals

3

Features

High brightness, high picture
quality

High brightness

Adopting Sony's unique optical system
provides a high-efficiency optical system. It
allows the 190 W UHP lamp to give a light
output of 3000 ANSI lumen.

High picture quality

Three super-high-aperture 0.79-inch XGA
panels with approximately 790,000 effective
pixels, produce a resolution of 1024 × 768
dots (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and
750 horizontal TV lines for video input.

Variety of network presentations
(VPL-CX86 only)

Air Shot

Air Shot features data transmission from a
computer to the projector via a wireless
LAN.
Use of the supplied wireless LAN card (for
the projector) and the USB wireless LAN
module (for a computer) enables a wireless
presentation.
A Simple Mode is also available that does
not require the setting up of the network and
wireless LAN configurations, allowing you
to start a wireless presentation easily if you
are using the wireless LAN for the first time.

For more information, refer to “Operating
Instructions for Air Shot” and “Projector
Station for Air Shot Help” on the supplied
CD-ROM.

Presentation without connecting a
computer

Use of a “Memory Stick” enables you to run
a simple presentation without connecting a
computer.
The “Projector Station for Presentation”
software is supplied, with the projector
allowing you to create files for a
presentation.

For more information, refer to “Operating
Instructions for “Memory Stick”” and

“Projector Station for Presentation” in
Help.

Presentation tool with a laser pointer

The supplied presentation tool allows you to
use a laser pointer, or to change a slide to the
next or previous page during your Air Shot
presentation.

Quiet presentation environment

Low fan noise reduces distraction allowing
you to run an optimum presentation even in
a quiet environment.

Easy setup and simple operation

Intelligent Auto-setup function

Simply press the power key, and the
projector automatically performs the setups
required before use. The projector opens the
lens protector, corrects the V Keystone,
detects a signal, and sets optimum
conditions for projection.

Powered zoom/focus equipped

The projector is equipped with a powered
zoom and powered focus lens, allowing you
to adjust the size and focus of an image with
the Remote Commander away from the
projector.

Short focal lens

The projection distance is very short,
approximately 2.4 m (7.8 feet), when
projecting an 80-inch image, which allows
projection on a larger screen even in a
limited space.

Side Shot

The projector supports the Side Shot feature
(horizontal trapezoidal correction function),
enabling projection from the side of the
screen. Installation becomes possible in a
wider variety of locations.

Off & Go feature

The cooling fan built into the projector will
work even after the power is turned off and
the power cord is disconnected. This enables
you to move the projector to another location
immediately after turning it off.

4

Features

Versatile installation capability

Capable of floor, ceiling or tilt
installation

In addition to the front floor or ceiling
installation, you can install the projector by
tilting it 90 degrees at the rear or 90 degrees
in front.

Direct Power On/Off function

The AC power of the entire system can be
directly turned on/off with a breaker or other
switch without pressing the power key on the
projector.

System expandability using a
network (VPL-CX86 only)

Connection to a wireless LAN allows you to
obtain projector status information such as
the lamp timer status or to control the
projector away from the installation location
via a Web browser.
Also, the projector has a mail report function
to send the information on the time to
replace the lamp and error information to the
address set beforehand and corresponds to
SNMP.

Security Functions

• Kensington is a registered trademark of
Kensington Technology Group.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of
Apple Computer, Inc.

• VESA is a registered trademark of the
Video Electronics Standard Association.

• Display Data Channel is a trademark of the
Video Electronics Standard Association.

• “Memory Stick” and are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• Air Shot is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.

• Side Shot is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.

Overview

Security lock

This function makes it possible to prevent
projection of a picture on the screen unless
the required password is entered when the
projector is turned on.

Panel key lock

This function locks all the keys on the
control panel of the projector, allowing use
of the keys on the Remote Commander. This
prevents the projector from operating
incorrectly.

About Trademarks

• Adobe Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe
Systems Incorporated.

• Windows is a registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.

• VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are
registered trademarks of the International
Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A.

Features

5

Location and Function of Controls

Top/Front/Left Side

Rear/Right Side/Bottom

Note

Do not remove the “Memory Stick” while
the access lamp is lit.

g “Memory Stick” slot (VPL-CX86

only)

A “Memory Stick” can be inserted here.
Never insert an object other than the
“Memory Stick” into this slot.

Note

When using a “Memory Stick Duo” /
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” in the VPL­CX86, always insert the “Memory Stick
Duo” / “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into the
Memory Stick Duo Adapter sold
separately. If you insert a “Memory Stick
Duo” / “Memory Stick PRO Duo” without
the Memory Stick Duo Adapter, you may
be unable to remove the “Memory Stick
Duo” / “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.

For details, see the attached “Operating
Instructions for “Memory Stick””
stored on the CD-ROM.

h Speaker

i Wireless LAN card slot (VPL-

CX86 only)

The supplied wireless LAN card can be
inserted. Never insert anything other
than the supplied wireless LAN card.

a Control panel

For details, see “Control Panel” on
page 7.

b Lens protector (lens cover)

The lens protector opens automatically
when the power is turned on.

c Powered tilt adjuster

d Front remote control detector

e Ventilation holes (exhaust)

f Access lamp (VPL-CX86 only)

Lights during access to the “Memory
Stick”.

6

Location and Function of Controls

Note

Remove the wireless LAN card from the
wireless LAN card slot when storing the
projector in the carrying case.

For details, see Operating Instructions
for Air Shot (stored on the CD-ROM).

j Wireless LAN card eject button

(VPL-CX86 only)

k Rear remote control detector

l Ventilation holes (intake)

m Adjusters (hind pad)

Turn the appropriate adjuster to the right
or left for minor tilt adjustment of the
projected picture.

n Ventilation holes (intake)/Lamp

cover

o Ventilation holes (intake)/Air

filter cover

Notes

• Do not place anything near the
ventilation holes as this may cause
internal heat build-up.

• Do not place your hand near the
ventilation holes as this may cause
injury.

• To maintain optimal performance, clean
the air filter every 1000 hours.

For details, see “Cleaning the Air
Filter” on page 39.

p Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable
(from Kensington).
Web page address:
http://www.kensington.com/

q Connector Panel

For details, see “Connector Panel” on
page 8.

Control Panel

Overview

a ?/1 (On/Standby) key

Turns on the projector when it is in
standby mode. When you push this key,
the ON/STABDBY indicator around the
?/1 key flashes in green until the
projector is ready to operate.

b ON/STANDBY indicator (located

around the

Lights up or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights in red when the AC power cord

is plugged into a wall outlet. Once the
projector is in standby mode, you can
turn it on with the ?/1 key.

– Lights in green when the projector is

turned on, and when it is ready to
operate.

– Flashes in green from the projector is

turned on until the projector is ready to
operate. Also, flashes in green while
the cooling fan is running after the

Location and Function of Controls

?/1 key)

7

power is turned off with the ?/1 key.
The fan runs for about 60 seconds after
the power is turned off.

For details, see page 19.

c INPUT key

d TILT adjustment key

For details, see “Projecting” on
page 16.

e MENU key

Displays the on-screen menu. Press
again to clear the menu.

f ENTER/f/F/g/G (Arrow) keys

Used to enter the settings of items in the
menu system, select a menu, or make
various adjustments.

g FOCUS +/– keys

Adjusts the picture focus.

– Lights when the lamp has reached

the end of its life or reaches a high
temperature.

– Flashes when the lamp cover or air

filter cover is not secured firmly.

For details on the TEMP/FAN and
LAMP/COVER indicators, see page 43.

Connector Panel

h ZOOM +/– keys

Adjusts the picture size.

i SIDE SHOT +/– key

Adjusts the horizontal trapezoidal
distortion/H keystone correction of the
picture.

For details, see “Even when projecting
using “Side Shot”, the four sides of a
picture may sometimes not be parallel to
the respective sides of a screen frame.”
on page 34 and ““Side Shot” and “V
Keystone” Adjustments” on page 55.

j Status indicators

• POWER SAVING

Lights when the projector is in power
saving mode.

• TEMP (Temperature)/FAN

Lights or flashes under the following
conditions:
– Lights when the temperature inside

the projector becomes unusually
high.

– Flashes when the fan is broken.

• LAMP/COVER

Lights or flashes under the following
conditions:

Open the cover when using the INPUT B or
VIDEO IN connector. To open the cover, push
the cover and slide it toward the right until it
locks.
To close the cover, press the cover to unlock
it and slide the cover toward the left.

a INPUT A connector (HD D-sub

15-pin, female)

Inputs a computer signal, video GBR
signal, component signal, or DTV signal
depending on the connected equipment.
Connects to the output connector of
equipment using the supplied cable or an
optional cable.

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Location and Function of Controls

For details, see “Connecting a
Computer” on page 14 and
“Connecting a VCR” on page 15.

b AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

c AUDIO jack (stereo minijack)

(common INPUT A/B)

To listen to sound output from video
equipment or a computer, connect via
this jack to the audio output of the
computer.

d USB connector (USB plug for

upstream, 4-pin)

Connects to the USB connector of a
computer. When you connect the
projector to the computer, you can
control the mouse function with the
supplied Remote Commander.

e VIDEO IN (Video input)

connector

Connects to external video equipment
such as a VCR.

• S VIDEO (mini DIN 4-pin):
Connects to the S video output (Y/C
video output) of video equipment.

• VIDEO (phono type): Connects to
the composite video output of video
equipment.

• AUDIO (stereo minijack): Connects
to the audio output of the VCR.

signals from the INPUT A or
INPUT B.

• AUDIO (stereo minijack): Connects

to external active speakers. The
volume of the speakers can be
controlled by the VOLUME +/– keys
on the Remote Commander.

When INPUT A or B is selected, the
sound input to the AUDIO connector
which is common for INPUT A/B is
output.

When the “Memory Stick” is selected in
Input-C (VPL-CX86 only), the sound
saved in the “Memory Stick” is output.
When “Air Shot” is selected, no sound is
output.

When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected,
the sound input to the AUDIO input
connector of VIDEO IN is output.

Overview

f INPUT B connector (HD D-sub

15-pin, female)

Connect to external equipment such as a
computer.
Connects to the monitor output of a
computer using an optional cable.

g RS-232C connector (D-sub 9-

pin, female)

Connects to a computer to operate the
projector from the computer.

h OUTPUT connector

• MONITOR (HD D-sub 15-pin,
female): Connect to the video input

connector of the monitor. Outputs
signals from the selected channel and
computer signals only from among the

Location and Function of Controls

9

Remote Commander

The keys that have the same names as those
on the control panel function identically.

of the image manually. Each time you
press this key, the Tilt menu, the V
Keystone menus, and the Side Shot
menu are displayed in turn. Use the
arrow keys (M/m/</,) for
adjustment.

e (“Memory Stick”) key

(VPL-CX86 only)

Displays the “Memory Stick” Home.
When the input signal is other than from
a “Memory Stick”, it switches to
“Memory Stick”. When there are the
files to be displayed in the “Memory
Stick” Home, the slide show begins.

For details, see Operating Instructions
for “Memory Stick” (stored on the CD­ROM).

f FREEZE key

Freezes the projected picture. To cancel
the frozen picture, press the key again.

g AIR SHOT key (VPL-CX86 only)

Displays the Air Shot Home.
When the input signal is other than from
Air Shot, it switches to Air Shot.
When using the Air Shot, the list box of
computers that can be connected
appears.

For details, see Operating Instructions
for Air Shot (stored on the CD-ROM).

a ?/1 (On/Standby) key

b MUTING keys

Cut off the picture and sound.

• PIC: Cuts off the picture. Press again

to restore the picture.

• AUDIO: Press to temporarily cut off

the audio output from the speaker.
Press again, or press the VOLUME +
key to restore the sound.

c INPUT key

d TILT/KEYSTONE (Vertical/

horizontal trapezoidal distortion
correction) key

Adjusts the tilt of the projector, or the
horizonal/vertical trapezoidal distortion

10

Location and Function of Controls

h Mouse-emulation keys

These keys function as the mouse
buttons of a computer only when the
projector is connected to a computer
using the USB cable.

For details, see “Controlling the
Computer Using the Supplied Remote
Commander (When Using the USB
Cable)” on page 23.

i ENTER key

j FUNCTION 1, 2, 3 keys

The FUNCTION 1, 2 and 3 keys do not
work on this unit.

k Strap holder

For attaching a strap.

l RESET/ESCAPE key

Functions as a RESET key.
Resets the value of an item to its factory
preset value or returns the enlarged
image to its original size. This key
functions when the menu or a setting
item is displayed on the screen.

m D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

Enlarges the image at a desired location
on the screen.

n M/m/</, keys (Arrow)

To install batteries

1 Push and slide the lid to open it, then

install the two size AA (R6) batteries
(supplied) with the correct polarity.

Overview

While pressing the lid, slide it.

o MENU/TAB key

Functions as a MENU key.

p APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

Automatically adjusts a picture to its
clearest while a signal is input from a
computer.

For details, see “Smart APA” in “The
SET SETTING Menu” on page 30.

q VOLUME +/– keys

r LENS key

Each time you press this key, the Lens
Focus adjustment and Lens Zoom
adjustment menus are displayed
alternately.

s PJ NETWORK (Projector/

Network) selector switch

Normally, set to “PJ.”

t COMMAND ON/OFF switch

When this switch is set to OFF, the keys
on the Remote Commander do not
function. This saves battery power.

u Infrared transmitter

Be sure to install the battery from

# side.

the

2 Replace the lid.

Location and Function of Controls

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Presentation Tool (VPL-CX86 only)

You can use a laser pointer or control a
presentation file made using Microsoft
PowerPoint when projecting a picture using
the Air Shot feature.

a Laser transmitter

b LASER key

A laser beam is emitted from the laser
transmitter while you keep this key
pressed.

c SLIDE G/g key

Used to change pages of the slide show
in the forward/backward direction.

language of the operating system (OS) of
your computer.

To install the batteries

Open the cover (b) with a coin (a) and remove
the battery case (c). Install the two size AAA
(R03) batteries with the correct polarity.

Notes on the laser beam

• Do not look into the laser transmitter.

• Do not aim the laser at people.

Notes on Remote Commander/
Presentation tool operation

• Make sure that nothing obstructs the
infrared beam between the Remote
Commander/Presentation tool and the
remote control detector on the projector.
Direct the Remote Commander/
Presentation tool toward the front or rear
remote control detector.

• The operation range is limited. The shorter
the distance between the Remote
Commander/Presentation tool and the
projector is, the wider the angle within
which the commander can control the
projector becomes.

d B key

This key corresponds to the “B” key of a
keyboard.
When you press this key during the slide
show, a black screen is displayed. To
cancel the black screen, press this key
again.

Note

A black screen may not be displayed even
if you press the “B” key depending on the

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Location and Function of Controls

B Projecting the Picture

Installing the Projector

The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen. Use
the following table as a guide.

Screen

Distance between the screen
and the center of the lens

Unit: m (feet)

Screen size
(inches)

Minimum
Distance

Maximum
Distance

There may be a slight difference between the actual value and the design value shown in the table
above.

40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

1.2

1.8

2.4

3.0

3.6

4.5

5.4

6.0

6.9

7.5

(24.6)

8.7

(28.5)

(29.5)

(34.1)

(3.9)

1.4

(4.6)

(5.9)

2.0

(6.6)

(7.9)

2.7

(8.9)

(9.8)

3.4

(11.2)

(11.8)

4.1

(13.5)

(14.8)

5.2

(17.1)

(17.7)

6.2

(20.3)

(19.7)

(22.6)

9.0

10.4

Projecting the Picture

For details on installation, see “Installation Diagram” on page 51.

Installing the Projector

13

Connecting the Projector

When you connect the projector,
make sure to:

• Turn off all equipment before making any
connections.

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

• Insert the cable plugs firmly; loose
connections may increase noise and
reduce performance of picture signals.
When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it
out by the plug, not the cable itself

When connecting to a wireless LAN using
the Air Shot, see “Operating Instructions for
Air Shot” stored on the CD-ROM (VPL­CX86 only).

To connect a computer

Right side

Connecting a Computer

This section describes how to connect the
projector to a computer.
For more information, refer to the
computer’s instruction manual.

to audio output

Computer

to USB connector

to monitor output

A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

(Use a no-resistance cable.)

B USB cable (supplied)(Connect the USB

cable to use a wireless mouse.)

C HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

Notes

• The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA,
SXGA, and SXGA+ signals. However, we
recommend that you set the output mode of
your computer to XGA mode for the external
monitor.

• If you set your computer, such as a notebook
computer, to output the signal to both your
computer’s display and the external monitor,
the picture of the external monitor may not

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Connecting the Projector

appear properly. Set your computer to output
the signal to only the external monitor.

For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your computer.

Note

To connect a Macintosh computer equipped
with a video output connector of a type having
two rows of pins, use a commercially available
plug adaptor.

USB function

When connecting the projector to a
computer using the USB cable for the first
time, the computer recognizes the

hu

man interface device (wireless mouse

USB

function) automatically.

Recommended operating
environment

When you use the USB function, connect the
USB cable as illustrated. The USB function
can be used on a computer loaded with
Windows 98, Windows 98 SE,
Windows ME, Windows 2000, or
Windows XP (preinstalled models.)

Connecting a VCR

This section describes how to connect the
projector to a VCR.
For more information, refer to the
instruction manuals of the equipment you
are connecting.

To connect to a video or S video
output connector

Right side

Projecting the Picture

Notes

• Your computer may not start correctly when
connected to the projector via the USB cable.
In this case, disconnect the USB cable,
restart the computer, then connect the
computer to the projector using the USB
cable.

• This projector is not guaranteed for suspend
or standby mode. When you use the projector
in suspend, or standby mode, disconnect the
projector from the USB port on the computer.

• Operations are not guaranteed for all the
recommended computer environments.

• When you connect a USB-capable
Macintosh computer to the projector using
the USB cable, wireless mouse functions
become available.

•A

“Memory Stick” inserted into the

“Memory Stick” slot on the projector cannot
be accessed from the Projector Station for
Presentation (VPL-CX86 only).

to audio

output (L)

to S

video

output

A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

(Use a no-resistance cable.)

B Video cable (not supplied) or S-Video cable

(not supplied)

to video
output

VCR

Connecting the Projector

to audio
output
(R)

15

To connect to a video GBR/
Component output connector

Right side

Projecting

ON/STANDBY indicator

Rear remote

control detector

to

to video

GBR/

component

output

A Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

(Use a no-resistance cable.)

B SMF-402 Signal Cable (not supplied)

HD D-sub 15-pin (male) ↔ 3 × phono jack

Notes

• Set the aspect ratio using “Wide Mode” on
the INPUT SETTING menu according to the
input signal.

• When you connect the projector to a video
GBR output connector, select “Video GBR”
or when you connect the projector to a
component output connector, select
“Component” with the “Input-A Signal Sel.”
setting on the SET SETTING menu.

• Use the composite sync signal when you
input the external sync signal from video
GBR/component equipment.

audio

output

(L)

VCR

to
audio
output
(R)

1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall

outlet, then connect all equipment.

The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in
red and the projector goes into standby
mode.

2 Press the ?/1 key.

The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in
green and the Intelligent Auto-setup
starts. The lens protector opens, and the
powered tilt adjustor rises and stops at
the previously adjusted position.

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Projecting

Note

When the projector is turned on, the
Startup screen is projected (VPL-CX86
only).

For details, see the attached “Operating
Instructions for “Memory Stick”” stored
on the CD-ROM.

3 Turn on the equipment connected to

the projector.

4 Press the INPUT key to select the

input source.

Each time you press the key, the input
signal switches as follows:

Input-AtInput-BtInput-CtVideotS-Video

(VPL-CX86
only)

To input from Press INPUT

Computer connected to
the INPUT A connector

Computer connected to
the INPUT B connector

Air Shot/“Memory
Stick” (when you use the
Air Shot/“Memory
Stick”) (VPL-CX86
only)

Video equipment
connected to the VIDEO
input connector

Video equipment
connected to the
S VIDEO input
connector

Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)
adjusts the picture of the connected
equipment so that it is projected clearly.

Notes

• For Input-C, input from the “Air Shot” or
“Memory Stick” can be switched by
selecting with the Input-C Select menu,
or pressing the AIR SHOT key or the

key on the Remote Commander.

The Air Shot Home or the “Memory

to display

Input-A

Input-B

Input-C

Vid eo

S-Video

Stick” Home is displayed on the screen
(VPL-CX86 only).

• If “Auto Input Search” is set to “On,” the
projector searches for the signals from
the connected equipment and displays
the input channel where the input signals
are found.

For details, see “Auto Input Search”
on page 30.

• The Smart APA feature is effective for
the input signal from a computer only.

5 Switch the equipment connected to

output to the projector.

Depending on the type of your
computer, for example a notebook, or an
all-in-one LCD type, you may have to
switch the computer to output to the
projector by pressing certain keys (e.g.,

VGA

LCD

//

your computer’s settings.

,

F7

and

, etc.), or by chan ging

or

Fx

Fn

Note

The key used for switching the computer to
output to the projector varies depending on
the type of computer.

6 Adjust the upper or lower position of

the picture.

To adjust using the Remote
Commander

Press the TILT/KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander to display the Tilt
menu and adjust the tilt using the M/m/
</, keys.

To adjust using the control panel

Press f or F of the TILT key to adjust
the tilt of the projector.

Projecting the Picture

Projecting

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to lower the
projector

TILT adjustment key

Powered tilt
adjuster

Notes

• When you adjust the powered tilt
adjuster with the TILT key, the V
keystone adjustment is performed at the
same time. If you do not want to perform
the automatic keystone adjustment, set
the V Keystone menu to “Manual.” (See
page 33.)
If you set the “V Keystone” adjustment
to “Auto,” the “V Keystone” correction
is automatically adjusted. However, it
may not be perfectly adjusted depending
on the room temperature or the screen
angle. In this case, adjust it manually.
Press the TILT/KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander until “V Keystone”
appears on the screen, and adjust the
value with the M/m/</, keys. The
corrected value is effective until the
power is turned off.

• Be careful not to let the projector down
on your fingers.

• Do not push hard on the top of the
projector with the powered tilt adjuster
extended.
It may cause a malfunction.

to raise the
projector

Press the TILT/KEYSTONE key on the
Remote Commander to display the Side
Shot menu (horizontal trapezoidal
distortion/H keystone correction) and
adjust the tilt using the M/m/</,
keys.

To adjust using the control panel

Press the SIDE SHOT +/ – key on the
control panel to adjust the distortion.

For details, see “Side Shot” on page 33
and ““Side Shot” and “V Keystone”
Adjustments” on page 55.

8 Adjust the size of the picture and the

focus.

To adjust using the Remote
Commander

Select the item to be adjusted by
pressing the LENS key, then adjust with
the M/m/</, key. Each time you
press the key, the menu toggles between
Lens Focus and Lens Zoom in order.

To adjust using the control panel

Press the ZOOM +/– keys on the
projector to adjust the size of the picture
and press the FOCUS +/– keys to adjust
the focus.

7 Adjust the horizontal trapezoidal

distortion ( ) of the picture
using the “Side Shot.”

To adjust using the Remote
Commander

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Projecting

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 key.

“POWER OFF? Please press ?/1 key
again.” appears to confirm that you want
to turn off the power.

Note

The message disappears if you press any
key other than the ?/1 key, or if you do not
press any key for five seconds.

2 Press the ?/1 key again.

The lens protector closes and the
powered tilt adjuster is retracted into the
projector. The ON/STANDBY indicator
flashes in green and the fan continues to
run for about 60 seconds to reduce the
internal heat. Also, the ON/STANDBY
indicator flashes quickly for the first 45
seconds. During this time, you will not
be able to light up the ON/STANDBY
indicator again with the ?/1 key.

3 Unplug the AC power cord from the

wall outlet after the fan stops running
and the ON/STANDBY indicator
lights in red.

When you cannot confirm the on­screen message

When you cannot confirm the on-screen
message under certain conditions, you can
turn off the power by holding the ?/1 key for
about two seconds instead of following steps
1 and 2.

Projecting the Picture

Note

The internal circuitry of the Off & Go and
Direct Power On/Off functions may cause the
fan to continue to operate for a short time even
after the ?/1 key is pressed to turn off the
power and the ON/STANDBY indicator
changes to red.

Turning Off the Power

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B Convenient Functions

Selecting the Menu Language

You can select one of fifteen languages for
displaying the menu and other on-screen
displays. The factory setting is English.
To change the menu language, proceed as
follows:

3 Press the MENU key.

The menu appears.
The menu currently selected is shown as
a yellow button.

ON/STANDBY indicator

4 Press the M or m key to select the

MENU SETTING menu, then press
the , or ENTER key.

The selected menu appears.

Front remote
control
detector

5 Press the M or m key to select

“Language,” then press the , or
ENTER key.

1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall

outlet.

2 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the

projector.

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Selecting the Menu Language

6 Press the M, m, < or , key to select

a language, then press the ENTER
key.

The menu changes to the selected
language.

To clear the menu

Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key
is not pressed for one minute.

Security Lock

The projector is equipped with a security
lock function. When you turn the power of
the projector on, you are required to input
the previously set password. If you do not
input the correct password, you will not be
able to project the picture.

Note

You will not be able to use the projector if you
forget your password and the password
administrator is not available. Be please aware
that using the security lock can prevent valid
usage in such cases.

To use the security lock

1 Press the MENU key and then, on the

INSTALL SETTING menu, turn on

“Security Lock” setting.

the

2 Enter the password.

Use the MENU, </,/M/m, and
ENTER keys to enter the four-digit
password. (The default initial password
setting is “ENTER, ENTER, ENTER,
ENTER.” After this is entered you can
put in your own password. Therefore,
when you use this function for the first
time, please input “ENTER” four times.)

Convenient Functions

Enter password key.

Password required for power-on.

Use: Cancel: Other key

Next, the screen for entering the new
password is displayed. (Enter the
password on this screen even if you want
to keep the current password.)

Security Lock

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Enter the password on this screen.

Enter new password key.

Power-on cannot be performed
without the password.

Use: Cancel: Other key

3 Enter the password again to confirm.

4 Turn the main power off and

disconnect the AC power cord.

The security lock is set to on, then it
becomes effective. The screen used for
entering the password is displayed when
the power is turned on the next time.

Security certification

When the password screen is displayed,
enter the password that was set. If you fail to
enter the correct password after three tries,
the projector cannot be used. In this case,
press the ?/1 key to turn off the power.

Re-enter new password key.

Be sure to remember this password.

Use: Cancel: Other key

When the following message is
displayed, the setting for security lock is
completed.

If “Invalid Password!” is displayed on
the menu screen, perform this procedure
again from step 1.

To cancel the security lock

1 Press the MENU key, then turn off the

Security Lock” setting on the

“
INSTALL SETTING menu.

2 Enter the password.

Enter the password that was set.

Note

If you call the customer service center because
you have forgotten the password, you will need
to be able to verify the projector’s serial
number and your identity. (This process may
differ in other countries/regions.) Once your
identity has been confirmed, we will provide
you with the password.

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Security Lock

Other Functions

Switching from the Intelligent Auto-setup Function to Manual Adjustments

You can switch the following functions of
the Intelligent Auto-setup to manual
adjustments using the menu.

• V Keystone correction (correction of

trapezoidal distortion)

Set “V Keystone” in the INSTALL
SETTING menu to “Manual.”

• Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)

Set “Smart APA” in the SET SETTING
menu to “Off.”

• Auto Input Search

Set “Auto Input Search” in the SET
SETTING menu to “Off.”

For details on the menu operations, see
“Using a MENU” on page 25.

Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Remote Commander (When Using the USB Cable)

When you connect a computer to the
projector using the USB cable, you can
control the mouse of the computer using the
Remote Commander.
The R/L CLICK keys and joystick function
as follows.

Key and joystick Function

R CLICK (front) Right button

L CLICK (rear) Left button

Joystick Corresponds to the

movements of the
mouse

For details, see “To connect a computer” on
page 14.

Note

Make sure that nothing obstructs the infrared
beam between the Remote Commander and the
remote control detector on the projector.

Controlling the Computer Using the Supplied Presentation Tool (When Using the Air Shot) (VPL-CX86 only)

When you are using the Air Shot to project
the picture from a computer, you can
perform some operations for a slide show
using the supplied presentation tool. The
following keys on the presentation tool are
usable.

Key Function

LASER Emits a laser beam.
G SLIDE g Changes the slides in

the forward/backward
direction.

B Displays/cancels a

black screen during the
slide show.

* Also available when you are not using the

Air Shot.

Notes

• If there is any obstruction between the
presentation tool and the remote control
detector on the projector, the presentation
tool may not function properly.

• A black screen may not be displayed even if
you press the “B” key depending on the
operating system (OS) of the language of
your computer.

*

Off & Go Function

If you are leaving the conference room
immediately, turn the projector off, and then,
after the lens protector closes and the
powered tilt adjuster is retracted into the
projector, you can unplug the AC power
cord. After the AC power cord is unplugged,
the fan runs for a certain time automatically.

Notes

• When unplugging the AC power cord, ensure
that the lens protector has closed and the
powered tilt adjuster has been retracted into
the projector. Moving the projector with the

Convenient Functions

Other Functions

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powered tilt adjuster extended may damage
the adjuster.

• Turn off the projector according to the
procedure explained in “Turning Off the
Power,” then cool it down before storing the
projector in the carrying case.

Direct Power On/Off Function

If you will be using a circuit breaker to turn
the power for the entire system on and off,
set the direct power on function to “On.”
When you turn off the power, you can also
just unplug the power cord without pressing
the ?/1 key. The internal circuitry will cause
the fan to automatically operate for a certain
time even after the power cord is removed.

Note

However, if the unit has been on for less than
15 minutes, the fan might not begin to turn as a
result of inadequate charging. In that case,
follow the procedure for turning off the power
as described in “Turning Off the Power” on
page 19.

Effective Tools for Your Presentation

2 Move the icon to the point on the

image you want to enlarge. Use the
arrow key (M/m/</,) to move the
icon.

3 Press the D ZOOM + key again.

The portion of the image where the icon
is located is enlarged. The enlargement
ratio is displayed on the screen for a few
seconds.
By pressing the + key repeatedly, the
image size (ratio of enlargement: max. 4
times) increases.

Use the arrow key (M/m/</,) to
scroll the enlarged image.

To enlarge the image (Digital Zoom
function)

You can select a section of the image to
enlarge. This function works when a signal
from a computer is input, or when a still
picture (except a movie picture) stored in a
“Memory Stick” is projected.
This function does not work when a video
signal is input.

1 Project a normal image, and press the

D ZOOM + key on the Remote
Commander.

The digital zoom icon appears in the
center of the image.

Digital zoom icon

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Other Functions

To return the image to its original size

Press the D ZOOM – key.
Just pressing the RESET key returns the
image back to its original size immediately.

To freeze the image projected
(Freeze function)

Press the FREEZE key. “Freeze” appears
when the key is pressed. This function works
when a signal from a computer is input or
when a still picture stored in a “Memory
Stick” is projected.
To restore the original screen, press the
FREEZE key again.

B Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

2 Use the M or m key to select a menu,

Using a MENU

The projector is equipped with an on-screen
menu for making various adjustments and
settings.

Display items

Input signal indicator

Input signal setting indicator

Picture adjustment menu

Input signal indicator

Shows the selected input channel. is
displayed when no signal is input. You can
hide this indicator using “Status” on the
MENU SETTING menu.

Input signal setting indicator
For Input-A: Shows “Computer,”

“Component,” or “Video GBR.”

For Input-C: Shows “Air Shot” or

“Memory Stick” (VPL-CX86 only)

For Video/S-Video input: Shows “Auto” or

the “Color System” setting on the SET
SETTING menu.

x

then press the , or ENTER key.

The selected menu appears.

3 Select an item.

Use the M or m key to select the item,
then press the , or ENTER key.
The setting items are displayed in a pop­up menu or in a sub menu.

Pop-up menu

Menu

MENU SETTING

Status:
Language:
Menu Position:
Menu Color:

Sub menu

Menu Setting items

PICTURE SETTING

ADJUST PICTURE

Contrast: 80
Brightness: 50
Gamma Mode: Graphics
Color Temp: High

Setting
items

Selected input
signal

Input A

On

English
Top left
Bottom Left
Center
Top Right
Bottom Right

Standard

Input A

A

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

1 Press the MENU key.

The menu appears.
The menu presently selected is shown as
a yellow button in the column on the left.

4 Make the setting or adjustment of an

item.

• When changing the adjustment
level:

To increase the number, press the M or
, key.
To decrease the number, press the m or
< key.

Press the ENTER key to restore the
previous screen.

• When changing the setting:

Press the M or m key to change the
setting.
Press the ENTER or < key to restore
the previous screen.

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To clear the menu

Press the MENU key.
The menu disappears automatically if a key
is not pressed for one minute.

To reset items that have been
adjusted

Select the item that you want to reset, and
then pres the RESET key on the Remote
Commander.
“Complete!” appears on the screen and the

setting of the item that you have selected is
reset to its factory preset value.

Items that can be reset are:

• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue”
and “Sharpness” on the “Adjust Picture...”
menu.

• “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” on the
“Adjust Signal...” menu

Storage of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the
projector memory when the ENTER key is
pressed.

If no signal is input

If there is no input signal, “Cannot adjust
this item.” appears on the screen.

Unadjustable items

Items that cannot be adjusted, depending on
the input signal, are not displayed on the
menu.

For details, see page 36.

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Using a MENU

The PICTURE SETTING Menu

The PICTURE SETTING menu is used for adjusting the picture or volume.
Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see “Input
signals and adjustable/setting items” on page 36.

PICTURE SETTING

Picture Mode Standard
Adjust Picture...

Volume: 30

Input A

PICTURE SETTING

ADJUST PICTURE

Contrast: 80
Brightness: 50
Gamma Mode: Graphics
Color Temp.:

Standard

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Picture Mode Selects the picture mode.

• Dynamic: Emphasizes the contrast to produce a

“dynamic” picture.

• Standard: Normally select this setting. If the picture

has roughness with the “Dynamic” setting, this
setting reduces the roughness.

Adjust Picture... The unit can store the setting values of the following sub menu items for

each “Dynamic” or “Standard” picture mode separately.

Contrast Adjusts the picture contrast. 80

Brightness Adjusts the picture brightness. 50

Color Adjusts color intensity. 50

Hue Adjusts color tones. The higher the setting, the more

greenish the picture becomes. The lower the setting,
the more purplish.

Sharpness Selects the picture sharpness from among “High,”

“Middle,” and “Low.” The “High” setting makes the
picture sharp; the “Low” setting makes it soft.

Gamma Mode Selects a gamma correction curve.

• Graphics: Improves the reproduction of halftones.

Photos can be reproduced in natural tones.

• Te xt : Contrasts black and white. Suitable for images

that contain lots of text.

Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature.

• High: Makes white colors bluish.

• Low: Makes white colors reddish.

Volume Adjusts the volume. 30

Input-A

High

Standard

50

High

Graphics

High
Low (Video/S­Video)

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The PICTURE SETTING Menu

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The INPUT SETTING Menu

The INPUT SETTING menu is used to adjust the input signal.
Items that can be adjusted or set depend on the kind of input signals. For details, see “Input
signals and adjustable/setting items” on page 36.

When the video signal is input

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Wide Mode Sets the aspect ratio of the picture.

• Off: When a picture with a ratio of 4:3 is input.

• On: When a picture with a ratio of 16:9 (squeezed) is

input from a DVD player.

When the signal is input from a computer

Off

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Adjust Signal...

Dot Phase Adjusts the dot phase of the LCD panel and the signal

H Size Adjusts the horizontal size of a picture output from a

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The INPUT SETTING Menu

output from a computer.
Adjust the picture further for finer picture after the
picture is adjusted by pressing the APA key.

computer. Adjust the setting according to the dots of
the input signal.
For details, see page 48.

Set according to
the input signal

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Shift Adjusts the position of the picture. H adjusts the

horizontal position of the picture.V adjusts the vertical
position of the picture. As the setting for H increases,
the picture moves to the right, and as the setting
decreases, the picture moves to the left.
As the setting for V increases, the picture moves up,
and as the setting decreases, the picture moves down.
Use the < or the , key to adjust the horizontal
position and the M and m key for the vertical position.

Scan Converter Converts the signal to display the picture according to

the screen size.
When set to “Off,” displays the picture while matching
one pixel of input picture element to that of the LCD.
The picture will be clear but the picture size will be
smaller.

Note

Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying the original picture by
switching to the wide mode may constitute an infringement of the rights of authors or producers,
which are legally protected.

Set according to
the input signal

On

About the Preset Memory No.

This projector has 45 types of preset data for
input signals (the preset memory). When a
preset signal is input, the projector
automatically detects the signal type and
recalls the data for the signal from the preset
memory to adjust it to an optimum picture.
The memory number and signal type of that
signal are displayed on the INFORMATION
menu (See page 35). You can also adjust the
preset data through the INPUT SETTING
menu.
This projector has 20 types of user memories
for Input-A into which you can save the
setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset
input signal.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first
time, a memory number is displayed as 0.
When you adjust the data of the signal using
the INPUT SETTING menu, it will be
registered in the projector. If more than 20
user memory items are registered, the
newest memory always overwrites the oldest
one.

See the chart on page 48 to find if the signal
is registered in the preset memory.

Since the data for the following signals is
recalled from the preset memory, you can

use these preset data items by adjusting “H
Size.” Make finer adjustments by adjusting
“Shift.”

Signal Memory No. SIZE

Super Mac-2 23 1312

SGI-1 23 1320

Macintosh 19" 25 1328

Macintosh 21" 27 1456

Sony News 36 1708

PC-9821
1280 × 1024

WS Sunmicro 37 1664

Note

When the aspect ratio of input signal is other
than 4:3, a part of the screen is displayed in
black.

36 1600

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The INPUT SETTING Menu

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The SET SETTING Menu

The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Smart APA The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically

Auto Input Search When set to “On,” the projector detects input signals in

Input-A Signal Sel. Selects the “Computer,” “Component,” or “Video

Input-C Select
(VPL-CX86 only)

Color System Selects the color system of the input signal.

Speaker Set to “Off” to cut off the sound of the internal

adjusts “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” on the
INPUT SETTING menu for the input signal from a
computer.

• On: When a signal is input from a computer, the

APA functions automatically so that the picture can
be seen clearly. Once the specified input signal has
been adjusted by the “Smart APA,” it will not be
readjusted even when the cable is disconnected and
connected again or the input channel is changed. You
can adjust the picture by pressing the APA key on the
Remote Commander even if “Smart APA” set to
“On.”

• Off: The APA functions when you press the APA key

on the Remote Commander.

the following order: Input-A/Input-B/Input-C (VPL­CX86 only) /Video/S-Video. It indicates the input
channel when the power is turned on (only when
“startup” in “Memory Stick” Home is set to “Off”
(VPL-CX86 only)) or the INPUT key is pressed.

GBR” signal input via the INPUT A connector.

Select “Air Shot” or “Memory Stick” as the input
source that you want to project via Input-C.

If you select “Auto,” the projector detects the color
system of the input signal automatically. If the picture
is distorted or colorless, select the color system
according to the input signal.
When the color system of the input signal is PAL60,
select “PAL.” If “Auto” is selected, the color system
cannot be detected.

speakers. When set to “Off,” “Speaker:Off” appears on
the screen when you turn on the power.

On

Off

Computer

Air Shot

Auto

On

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The SET SETTING Menu

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Standby Mode You can lower the power consumption in standby

mode.

• Standard: Normally, select this position when you

use the Air Shot even in standby mode.

• Low: Select this position when you do not use the

Air Shot, and want to lower the power consumption
in standby mode.

Power Saving When set to “On,” the projector goes into power saving

mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. Although the
lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. The
power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input
or any key is pressed. In power saving mode, no keys
function for the first 45 seconds after the lamp goes
out.

IR Receiver Selects the remote control detectors (IR Receiver) on

the front and rear of the projector.

• Front & Rear: Activates both the front and rear

detectors.

• Front: Activates the front detector only.

• Rear: Activates the rear detector only.

Illumination Selects whether the SONY logo on the top panel of the

projector lights when the projector is on. Normally,
this setting is “On.”

Panel Key Lock Locks all the control panel keys on the rear and side

panels of the projector so that the projector can be
operated only with the Remote Commander.
To lock the control panel keys, set to “On.”
When it is set to “On,” keeping the ?/1 key on the
control panel pressed for 10 seconds turns the projector
on when it is in standby mode, and turns the projector
to standby mode when the power is on. If you press
and hold the MENU key for about 10 seconds when
the power is on, the lock will be released and “Panel
Key Lock” is automatically set to “Off.”

Standard

Off

Front & Rear

On

Off

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Notes

• Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If the projected image includes
a black portion around it, the APA function will not work properly and some parts of the image
may not be displayed on the screen.

• You can cancel the adjustment by pressing the APA key again while “Adjusting” appears on the
screen.

• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the type of input signal.

• Adjust the “Dot Phase,” “H Size,” and “Shift” items on the INPUT SETTING menu when you
adjust the picture manually.

The SET SETTING Menu

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The MENU SETTING Menu

The MENU SETTING menu is used for changing the menu displays.

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Status (on-screen
display)

Language Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen

Menu Position Selects the display position of the menu from “Top

Menu Color Selects the tone of the menu display from “Black” or

Sets up the on-screen display.
When set to “Off,” turns off the on-screen displays
except for the menus, a message when the power is
turned off, and warning messages.

displays. The languages available are: English,
Nederlands, Français, Italiano, Deutsch, Español,
Português, , Svenska, Norsk, ,

, , and .

Left,” “Bottom Left,” “Center,” “Top Right,” and
“Bottom Right.”

“White.”

On

English

Center

White

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The MENU SETTING Menu

The INSTALL SETTING Menu

The INSTALL SETTING menu is used for changing the settings of the projector.

Setting items Functions Initial setting

Tilt... Adjusts the position (height) of the projected picture.

V Keystone Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection

angle. Select “Auto” for automatic correction, or
“Manual” for manual correction using the </M/,/m
keys on the Remote Commander.
When the bottom of the trapezoid is longer than the top

: Sets a lower value.

When the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom

: Sets a higher value.

Side Shot Corrects the horizontal trapezoidal distortion of the picture

using the </M/,/m keys on the Remote Commander.
When the right side is longer than the left side ()
Set to a higher value (+ direction).
When the left side is longer than the right side ()
Set to a lower value (– direction).
Set the adjustment level to “0” if you want to adjust the
picture more widely using “V Keystone” only.

Image Flip Flips the image on the screen horizontally and/or vertically.

• Off: The image does not flip.

• HV: Flips the image horizontally and vertically.

• H: Flips the image horizontally.

• V: Flips the image vertically.

Background Selects the background color of the screen when no signal

is input to the projector. Select “Black” or “Blue.”
Normally, set to “Blue.”

Test Pattern When set to “On,” a test pattern is displayed on the screen

during “Lens Zoom” adjustment, “Lens Focus,” “Side
Shot,” or “V Keystone.”

Lamp Mode Sets the lamp brightness used during the projection.

• High: Illuminates the projected image brightly.

• Standard: Reduces fan noise and power consumption.

The brightness of the projected image will be lower
compared with the “High” setting.

Lens Control When set to “Off,” the LENS (FOCUS, ZOOM) key on the

Remote Commander, and the FOCUS and ZOOM keys on
the projector do not function.

Auto

0

Off

Blue

Off

Standard

On

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The INSTALL SETTING Menu

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Setting items Functions Initial setting

Direct Power On Set to “On” if you are using a circuit breaker to turn the

High Altitude
Mode

Security Lock Turns on the projector’s security lock function.

Notes

• The auto V Keystone adjustment may not correct the trapezoidal distortion perfectly, depending
on the room temperature or the screen angle.

• Even when projecting using “Side Shot”, the four sides of a picture may sometimes not be parallel
to the respective sides of a screen frame.

power on/off the entire system. You can turn off the power
just by unplugging the power cord without pressing the ?/1
key.

Set to “On” when the projector is used at an altitude of
1,500 m or higher.

When set to “On,” turns on the security lock function,
which locks the projector once a password has been set.

For details, see “Security Lock” on page 21.

Off

Off

Off

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The INSTALL SETTING Menu

The INFORMATION Menu

The INFORMATION menu displays the model name, serial number, the horizontal and vertical
frequencies of the input signal and the cumulated hours of usage of the lamp.

INFORMATION

VPL-CX86 Serial No. 3333333

fH: 48.47kHz
fV: 60.00Hz

1024x768

Lamp Timer: 2 H

No.

Input A

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Serial number

Memory number of an input signal

Signal type

Setting items Functions

fH Displays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.

The displayed value is approximate.

fV Displays the vertical frequency of the input signal.

The displayed value is approximate.

Lamp Timer Indicates how long the lamp has been turned on.

Note

These are only displayed on the screen. You cannot alter the display, and these is no setting to be
altered.

Model name

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

The INFORMATION Menu

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Input signals and adjustable/setting items

Adjust Picture... menu

Item Input signal

Picture Mode

Adjust Picture...

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Hue

Sharpness

Gamma Mode

Color Temp.

Vo l u m e

Video or S­Video (Y/C)

zzzzzz

zzzzzz
zzzzzz
zzz–––
z

(NTSC 3.58/

4.43 only)

zzz– z –

––z

zzzzzz
zzzzzz

Component Video GBR Computer B&W Air Shot or

zz–––

*1

z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

*1

: Preset memory No. 3, 4 only

*2

: VPL-CX86 only

INPUT SETTING menu

“Memory
Stick”*2

z – z

Item Input signal

Adjust Signal...

Dot Phase

H Size

Shift

Scan Converter

Wide Mode

Video or S­Video (Y/C)

–––z ––
– z
– z
–––z

zz*2z

Component Video GBR Computer B&W Air Shot or

*1

*1

z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set

*1

: Expect preset memory No. 3, 4

*2

: Expect preset memory No. 5, 45, 47, 48, 50

*3

: VPL-CX86 only

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The INFORMATION Menu

“Memory

*3

Stick”

*1

z

*1

z

z ––
z ––

––

(lower than
SVGA)

*2

– z –

B Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp

The lamp used as a light source is a
consumable product. Thus replace this lamp
with a new one in the following cases.

• When the lamp has burnt out or dims

• “Please replace the Lamp.” appears on the
screen

• The LAMP/COVER indicator lights up

The lamp life varies depending on
conditions of use.
Use an LMP-C190 Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp.
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-C190
may cause damage to the projector.

Caution

The lamp remains hot after the projector is
turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the

lamp, you may burn your finger. When you
replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour
for the lamp to cool.

Notes

• If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified
for personal.

• Pull out the lamp by holding the handle. If
you touch the lamp, you may be burned or
injured.

• When removing the lamp, make sure it
remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp
while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks, the
pieces may scatter, causing injury.

Note

Be sure that the projector is stable after
turning it over.

3 Open the lamp cover by loosening the

screw with a Phillips screwdriver.

Note

For safety reasons, do not loosen any other
screws.

4 Loosen the two screws on the lamp

unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a).
Fold out the handle (b), then pull out
the lamp unit by the handle (c).

Maintenance

1 Turn off the projector, and disconnect

the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

Note

When replacing the lamp after using the
projector, wait for at least an hour for the
lamp to cool.

2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)

beneath the projector. Turn the
projector over so you can see its
underside.

Handle

Replacing the Lamp

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5 Insert the new lamp all the way in until

it is securely in place (a). Tighten the
two screws (b). Fold down the
handle to replace it (c).

Notes

• Be careful not to touch the glass surface
of the lamp.

• The power will not turn on if the lamp is
not secured properly.

Caution

Do not put your hands into the lamp
replacement slot, and do not allow any liquid or
other objects into the slot to avoid electrical

shock or fire.

Disposal of the used lamp

For the customers in the USA

This product contains mercury. Disposal of
this product may be regulated if sold in the
United States. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronics Industries
Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).

6 Close the lamp cover and tighten the

screw.

Note

Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely
as it was. If not, the projector cannot be
turned on.

7 Turn the projector back over.

8 Connect the power cord.

The ON/STANDBY indicator around
the ?/1 key lights in red.

9 Press the following keys on the

Remote Commander in the following
order for less than five seconds each:
RESET, <, ,, ENTER.

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Replacing the Lamp

Cleaning the Air Filter

4 Remove the air filter.

The air filter should be cleaned every 1000
hours.
Remove dust from the outside of the
ventilation holes with a vacuum cleaner.
1000 hours are approximate. This value
varies depending on the environment or how
the projector is used.

When it becomes difficult to remove the dust
from the filter with a vacuum cleaner,
remove the air filter and wash it.

1 Turn the power off and unplug the

power cord.

2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)

beneath the projector and turn the
projector over.

3 Remove the air filter cover.

Claws

5 Wash the air filter with a mild

detergent solution and dry it in a
shaded place.

6 Attach the air filter so that it fits into

the each claws (8 positions) on the air
filter covers and replace the cover.

Notes

• If you neglect to clean the air filter, dust
may accumulate, clogging it. As a result,
the temperature may rise inside the unit,
leading to a possible malfunction or fire.

• If the dust cannot be removed from the air
filter, replace the air filter with the supplied
new one.

• Be sure to attach the air filter cover firmly;
the power can not be turned on if it is not
closed securely.

• The air filter has a face and a reverse side.
Place the air filter so that it fits in a notch on
the air filter cover.

• To erase a message, press any key on the
control panel of the projector or on the
remote commander.

Maintenance

Cleaning the Air Filter

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B Others

Troubleshooting

If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct the problem using
the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

Power

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The power is not turned on. • The power has been turned off and on with the ?/1 key at a short

Both the LAMP/COVER
and TEMP/FAN indicators
light up.

The powered tilt adjuster
and the lens protector do
not close.

The lens protector cannot
open.

interval.
c Wait for about 60 seconds before turning on the power

(see page 19).

• The lamp cover is not secured.

c Close the lamp cover securely (see page 38).

• The air filter cover is detached.

c Attach the air filter cover securely (see page 39).

The electrical system has broken down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

The AC power cord was unplugged with the power of the projector
turned on.
c Connect the power cord to the AC outlet again, turn on the power

of the projector, then turn it off.

The electrical system has broken down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel. If it is necessary to use the

projector in case of emergency, slide the lens protector open by
hand, and then press the ?/1 key. You can now use the projector.

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Troubleshooting

Picture

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No picture. • A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.

The picture is noisy. Noise may appear on the background depending on the combination

The picture from the
INPUT A connector is
colored strangely.

“Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.” appears in
spite of inputting the
correct signal from
INPUT A.

On-screen display does not
appear.

Color balance is incorrect. • The picture has not been adjusted properly.

The picture is too dark. • Contrast or brightness has not been adjusted properly.

c Check that the proper connections have been made (see

page 14).

• The connections are wrong.

c This projector is compatible with DDC2B (Digital Data

Channel 2B). If your computer is compatible with DDC, turn
the projector on according to the following procedures.

1 Connect the projector to the computer.
2 Turn the projector on.
3 Start the computer.

• Input selection is incorrect.

c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT key (see

page 17).

• The picture is muted.

c Press the PIC MUTING key to release the picture muting (see

page 10).

• The B key is activated (VPL-CX86 only).

c Press the B key on the Presentation Tool to deactivate the key

(see page 12).

• The computer signal is not set to output to an external monitor or
set to output both to an external monitor and a LCD monitor of a
computer.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor

(see page 14).

of the number of dots input from the computer and the numbers of
pixels on the LCD panel.
c Change the desktop pattern on the connected computer.

The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is
incorrect.
c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly

according to the input signal (see page 30).

The setting of “Input-A Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is
incorrect.
c Select “Computer,” “Video GBR” or “Component” correctly

according to the input signal (see page 30).

“Status” on the MENU SETTING menu has been set to “Off.”
c Set “Status” on the MENU SETTING menu to “On” (see

page 33).

c Adjust the picture (see page 27).

• The projector is set to the wrong color system.
c Set “Color System” on the SET SETTING menu to match the

color system being input (see page 30).

c Adjust the contrast or brightness on the “Adjust Picture...” menu

properly (see page 27).

• The lamp has burnt out or is dim.
c Replace the lamp with a new one (see page 37).

Others

Troubleshooting

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Symptom Cause and Remedy

The picture is not clear. • The picture is out of focus.

The image extends beyond
the screen.

The picture flickers. “Dot Phase” on the INPUT SETTING menu has not been adjusted

c Adjust the focus (see page 18).

• Condensation has accumulated on the lens.

c Leave the projector for about two hours with the power on.

The APA key has been pressed even though there are black edges
around the image.

c Display the full image on the screen and press the APA key.
c Adjust “Shift” on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see

page 29).

properly.
c Adjust “Dot Phase” on the INPUT SETTING menu properly (see

page 28).

Sound

Symptom Cause and Remedy

No sound. • A cable is disconnected or the connections are wrong.

c Check that the proper connections have been made (see

page 14).

• The audio connecting cable used is incorrect.

c Use a no-resistance stereo audio cable (see page 14).

• The sound is muted.

c Press the AUDIO MUTING key to release audio muting (see

page 10).

• The sound is not adjusted properly.

c Adjust the sound with the VOLUME +/– key on the Remote

Commander or adjust “Volume” on the PICTURE SETTING
menu (see page 27).

• “Speaker” is set to “Off.”

c Set “Speaker” in the SET SETTING menu to “On” (see

page 30).

Remote Commander/Presentation tool

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The Remote Commander
does not work.

The computer cannot be
controlled with the Remote
Commander.

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Troubleshooting

• The Remote Commander batteries are dead.

c Replace them with new batteries (see page 11).

• The COMMAND ON/OFF switch is set to OFF.

c Set it to ON.

• The PJ NETWORK selector switch is set to NETWORK.

c Set it to PJ.

• The USB cable is not connected.

c Connect the projector to the computer using the USB cable.

• You are operating the Air Shot (VPL-CX86 only).

c When using the Air Shot, the computer cannot be controlled

with the Remote Commander.
Use the presentation tool.

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The computer cannot be
controlled with the
presentation tool (VPL­CX86 only).

• The USB cable is being used.

• The Air Shot is not being used.
c The presentation tool is designed to be used with the Air Shot.

Use the Remote Commander to operate the device connected
via the USB cable.

Others

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The control panel keys do
not function.

The control panel keys are locked.
c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 31).

Indicators

Symptom Cause and Remedy

The LAMP/COVER
indicator flashes.

The LAMP/COVER
indicator lights up.

The TEMP/FAN indicator
flashes.

The TEMP/FAN indicator
lights up.

Both the LAMP/COVER
and TEMP/FAN indicators
light up.

The control panel keys do
not function.

• The lamp cover or the air filter cover is detached.
c Attach the cover securely (see pages 38 and 39).

• The lens protector did not open due to a problem.
c In case of emergency, slide the lens protector open by hand, and

then press the ?/1 key.

c If this problem occurs again, consult with qualified Sony

personnel.

• The electrical system may have broken down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

• The lamp has reached the end of its life.
c Replace the lamp (see page 37).

• The lamp has reached a high temperature.
c Wait for 60 seconds to cool the lamp and then turn on the power

again.

• If the LAMP/COVER indicator still lights even after you have
replaced the lamp, the electrical system may break down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

The fan is broken.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

• The internal temperature is unusually high.
c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

• The projector is being used at a high altitude.
c Ensure that “High Altitude Mode” on the INSTALL SETTING

menu is set to “On.”

The electrical system has broken down.
c Consult with qualified Sony personnel.

The control panel keys are locked.
c Unlock the control panel keys (see page 31).

Others

Troubleshooting

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Messages List

Warning Messages

Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.

Message Meaning and Remedy

High temp.!
Probably use in high
altitude. Switch to high
altitude mode on? Yes V
No v

High temp.! Lamp off in 1
min.

Frequency is out of range! • This input signal cannot be projected as the frequency is out of the

Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.

Please replace the Lamp. • It is time to replace the lamp.

Please clean the filter. • It is time to clean the filter.

Internal temperature is too high.
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, set

“High Altitude Mode” on the INSTALL SETTING menu to “On”
(see page 34).

c If this message appears on the screen when using the projector at

normal altitudes, check to see if anything is blocking the
ventilation holes (exhaust).

The internal temperature is too high.

c Turn off the power.
c Check to see that nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.

acceptable range of the projector.
c Input a signal that is within the range of the frequency.

• The resolution setting of the output signal of the computer is too
high.
c Set the output setting to XGA (see page 14).

You have input an RGB signal from the computer when “Input-A
Signal Sel.” on the SET SETTING menu is set to “Component.”

c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” correctly (see page 30).

c Replace the lamp (see page 37).

• If this message appears again after you replace the lamp, the lamp
replacement process is not complete.

c Perform the operations in step 8 and 9 on page 38.

c Clean the filter (see page 39).
c To erase a message, press any key on the control panel of the

projector or on the remote commander.

Caution Messages

Use the list below to check the meaning of the messages displayed on the screen.

Message Meaning and Remedy

Not applicable! You have pressed the wrong key.

The panel keys are locked! “Panel Key Lock” on the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to “On.”

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Troubleshooting

c Press the appropriate key.

c All the keys on the control panel of the projector are locked.

Operate the projector with the keys on the Remote Commander
(see page 31).

Specifications

Optical characteristics

Projection system

LCD panel 0.79-inch XGA panel, about

Lens 1.2 times zoom lens (powered)

Lamp 190 W UHP
Projected picture size

Light output ANSI lumen

Throwing distance (When placed on the floor.)

There may be a slight difference between the
actual value and the design value shown above.

1)

ANSI lumen is a measuring method desceived
in American National Standard IT 7.228.

Electrical characteristics

Color system NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/

3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection

system

2,360,000 pixels (786,432
pixels × 3)

f 23.5 to 28.2 mm/F1.6 to 1.78

40 to 300 inches (measured

diagonally)

(When the Lamp Mode is set to

“High.”)

When an XGA signal is input
40-inch: 1.2 to 1.4 m

(3.9 to 4.6 feet)

60-inch: 1.8 to 2.0 m

(5.9 to 6.6 feet)

80-inch: 2.4 to 2.7 m

(7.9 to 8.9 feet)

100-inch: 3.0 to 3.4 m

(9.8 to 11.2 feet)

120-inch: 3.6 to 4.1 m

(11.8 to 13.5 feet)

150-inch: 4.5 to 5.2 m

(14.8 to 17.1 feet)

180-inch: 5.4 to 6.2 m

(17.7 to 20.3 feet)

200-inch: 6.0 to 6.9 m

(19.7 to 22.6 feet)

250-inch: 7.5 to 8.7 m

(24.6 to 28.5 feet)

300-inch: 9.0 to 10.4 m

(29.5 to 34.1 feet)

NTSC
PAL60 system, switched
automatically/manually

(NTSC

when playing back a video
recorded in NTSC on a
NTSC

1)

3000 lm

4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N/

4.43 is the color system used

4.43 system VCR.)

Resolution 750 horizontal TV lines (Video

Acceptable computer signals

1)

Set the resolution and the frequency of the
signal of the connected computer within the
range of acceptable preset signals of the
projector.

Applicable video signals

Speaker Monaural speaker system, 40 × 20

Speaker output

input)
1,024 × 768 dots (RGB input)

fH: 19 to 92 kHz

fV: 48 to 92 Hz

(Maximum input signa l resolution:

SXGA+ 1400 × 1050
fV: 60 Hz)

15 k RGB 50/60 Hz, Progressive

component 50/60 Hz, DTV
(480/60i, 575/50i, 480/60p,
575/50p, 540/60p, 720/60p,
720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i),
Composite video, Y/C video

mm (1

1 W (max.)

1)

5

/8 × 13/16 inches)

Input/Output

Video input VIDEO: phono type

INPUT A HD D-sub15-pin (female)

Composite video: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)

S VIDEO: Y/C mini DIN 4-pin

type
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p ±2 dB
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)
C (chrominance): burst

0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC)
(75 ohms terminated),
burst 0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB (PAL)
(75 ohms terminated)

AUDIO: stereo minijack

500 mVrms, impedance more
than 47 kilohms

Analog RGB/component:

R/R-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
G with sync/Y: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB
sync negative
(75 ohms terminated)
B/B-Y: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB
(75 ohms terminated)
SYNC/HD:
Composite sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/

Others

Specifications

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negative
Horizontal sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/
negative
VD:
Vertical sync input: 1-5 Vp-p
high impedance, positive/
negative

AUDIO: Stereo minijack

(Common INPUT A/B), rated
input 500 mVrms, input
impedance 47 kilohms

INPUT B Analog RGB: HD D-sub 15-pin

(female)
R: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
G: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
G with sync: 1 Vp-p ±2 dB sync
negative (75 ohms terminated)
B: 0.7 Vp-p ±2 dB (75 ohms
terminated)
SYNC HD: Composite sync
input: 1 - 5 Vp-p high
impedance, positive/negative
Horizontal sync input: 1 - 5
Vp-p high impedance, positive/
negative
VD: Vertical sync input: 1 - 5
Vp-p high impedance, positive/

negative
USB Up (female) × 1
Wireless LAN card slot (VPL-CX86 only)

× 1

“Memory Stick” slot (VPL-CX86 only)

× 1

OUTPUT MONITOR OUT: HD D-sub 15-

pin (female)

R, G, B: Gain Unity: 75 ohms

SYNC/HD, VD: 4 Vp-p (open),

1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

AUDIO OUT (variable out):

Stereo minijack

1 Vrms (When the volume is

maximum and an input signal is

500 mVrms), output impedance

5 kilohms
REMOTE RS-232C: D-sub 9 pin
Safety regulations

UL60950, cUL (CSA No. 60950),

FCC Class B, IC Class B,

DEMKO (EN60950), CE

(LVD, EMC), C-Tick

General

Dimensions 328 × 92.6 × 283.8 mm (13 × 3 3/4

Mass Approx. 3.8 kg (8 lb 6 oz)
Power requirements

Power consumption

Heat dissipation

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

Storage temperature

Storage humidity

Supplied accessories

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

1

/4 inches) (w/h/d)

× 11
(without the projection parts)

AC 100 to 240 V, 2.8 to 1.2 A,

50/60 Hz

Max. 280 W

(in standby (standard): 7 W
(VPL-CX86), 5W (VPL-CX80)
in standby (low): 0.5 W)

921.3 BTU

0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)

35% to 85% (no condensation)

–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)

10% to 90%

Remote Commander (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
HD D-sub 15 pin cable (2 m) (1)

(1-791-992-xx)

USB cable A type - B type (1)

(1-790-081-xx)
Carrying case (1)
AC power cord (1)
Air filter (for replacement) (1)
CD-ROM (Application software

and Operating instructions) (1)
Quick Reference Manual (1)
Safety Regulations (1)
Security Label (1)

VPL-CX86 only
Presentation tool (1)
Size AAA (R03) batteries (2)
Wireless LAN card (1)
USB wireless LAN module (IFU-

WLM2) (1)

Laser (VPL-CX86 only)

Laser type Class 2
Wavelength 640 nm - 660 nm
Output 1 mW

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Specifications

Optional accessories

USB wireless LAN module

Projector Lamp

Signal Cable SMF-402 (HD D-sub 15-pin

IFU-WLM2

LMP-C190 (for replacement)

(male) y 3 × phono type
(male))

Some of the items may not be available in
some areas. For details, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.

Pin assignment

INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,
female)

1R/R-Y 9N.C.

2 G/Y 10 GND

3 B/B-Y 11 GND

4 GND 12 DDC/SDA

5 GND 13 HD/C.Sync

6 GND (R) 14 VD

7 GND (G) 15 DDC/SCL

8 GND (B)

RS-232C connector (D-sub 9 pin,
female)

1DCD 6DSR

2RXDA 7RTS

3TXDA 8CTS

4DTR 9RI

5 GND

Specifications

Others

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Preset signals

Memory
No.

1 Video 60 Hz 60 Hz 15.734 59.940

2 Video 50 Hz 50 Hz 15.625 50.000

3 480/60i 480/60i 15.734 59.940 S on G/Y or

4 575/50i 575/50i 15.625 50.000 S on G/Y or

5 1080/60i 1035/60i, 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y

6 640 × 350 VGA mode 1 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg 800

7 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg 832

8 640 × 400 PC-9801 Normal 24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg 848

9 VGA mode 2 31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos 800

10 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos 832

11 640 × 480 VGA mode 3 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg 800

12 Macintosh 13" 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg 864

13 VGA VESA 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg 832

14 VGA VESA 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 H-neg V-neg 840

15 VGA VESA 85 Hz 43.269 85.008 H-neg V-neg 832

16 800 × 600 SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos 1024

17 SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos 1056

18 SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos 1040

19 SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1056

20 SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos 1048

21 832 × 624 Macintosh 16" 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg 1152

22

23 XGA VESA 60 Hz 48.363 60.004 H-neg V-neg 1344

24 XGA VESA 70 Hz 56.476 69.955 H-neg V-neg 1328

25 XGA VESA 75 Hz 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos 1312

26 XGA VESA 85 Hz 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos 1376

27 1152 × 864 SXGA VESA 70 Hz 63.995 70.019 H-pos, V-pos 1472

28 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 67.500 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1600

29 SXGA VESA 85 Hz 77.487 85.057 H-pos, V-pos 1568

30 1152 × 900 Sunmicro LO 61.795 65.960 H-neg, V-neg 1504

31 Sunmicro HI 71.713 76.047 Composite Sync 1472

Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE

Composite Sync

Composite Sync

*1

1024 × 768 XGA VESA 43 Hz 35.524 86.958 H-pos, V-pos 1264

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Specifications

Memory

Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Sync SIZE

No.

32 1280 × 960 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 60.000 60.000 H-pos, V-pos 1800

33 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 75.000 75.000 H-pos, V-pos 1728

*1

34

1280 × 1024 SXGA VESA 43 Hz 46.433 86.872 H-pos, V-pos 1696

35 SGI-5 53.316 50.062 S on G 1680

36 SXGA VESA 60 Hz 63.974 60.013 H-pos, V-pos 1696

37 SXGA VESA 75 Hz 79.976 75.025 H-pos, V-pos 1688

*2

38

43 480/60p 480/60p

SXGA VESA 85 Hz 91.146 85.024 H-pos, V-pos 1476

31.470 60.000 S on G/Y
(Progressive
component

44 575/50p 575/50p

31.250 50.000 S on G/Y
(Progressive
component

45 1080/50i 1080/50i 28.130 50.000 S on G/Y

47 720/60p 720/60p 45.000 60.000 S on G/Y

48 720/50p 720/50p 37.500 50.000 S on G/Y

50 540/60p 540/60p 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y

52 1400 × 1050 SXGA+ 60 Hz 63.981 60.020 H-pos, V-pos 1688

Notes

• When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not be displayed
properly.

• Memory No. 22

• For the Memory No. 38

*1

and 34*1 show the interlace signal.

*2

, the smart APA function and the APA key of the remote commander do
not activate. Make adjustments for the input signals using the Adjust Signal... on the INPUT
SETTING menu.

• When an SXGA+ signal is input, the image may extend beyond the edges of the screen. In this
case, input a signal with no black edges around the image, and disconnect and reconnect the cable
or select the input signal by pressing the INPUT key.

Others

Specifications

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Warning on power connection

Use the supplied power cord when you use the projector in your country/region. Otherwise, use
a proper power cord meeting the following specifications.

The United States,
Canada

Plug type VM0233 290B YP-12A COX-07 –

Female end VM0089 386A YC-13B COX-02 VM0310B YC-13

Cord type SJT SJT H05VV-F H05VV-F N13237/CO-228 VCTF

Rated Voltage &
Current

Safety approval UL/CSA UL/CSA VDE VDE VDE DENAN

Cord length
(max.)

1)

Use the correct plug for your country/region.

10A/125V 10A/125V 10A/250V 10A/250V 10A/250V 7A/125V

4.5 m (177

1

/4 inches)

Continental Europe UK, Ireland,

Australia,
New Zealand

1)

–

Japan

YP332

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Specifications

Installation Diagram

Floor Installation (Front Projection)

Distance between the front of the cabinet and
the center of the lens

Wall

Front of the

cabinet

Center of the
screen

Center of the lens

Front of the lens

11

/16 )

(

Floor

This section describes the examples of installing the projector on a desk, etc.

See the chart on page 52 concerning the installation measurements.

The alphabetical letters in the illustration indicate the distances below.

a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens
c: distance between the floor and the bottom of the adjusters of the projector
x: distance between the floor and the center of the screen (free)

Unit: mm (inches)

Others

Installation Diagram

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Unit: mm (inches)

SS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

aN1160

(45 3/4)

M 1350

(53 1/4)

b x-237

(x-9 3/8)

c x-299

(x-11 7/8)

1760

(69 3/8)

2040

(80 3/8)

x-356

(x-14)

x-417

(x-16 1/2)

2360

(93)

2740

(108)

x-474

(x-18 3/4)

x-536

(x-21 1/8)

2970

(117)

3440

(135 1/2)

x-593

(x-23 3/8)

x-654

(x-25 7/8)

3570

(140 5/8)

4140

(163 1/8)

x-711

(x-28)

x-773

(x-30 1/2)

4470

(176 1/8)

5180

(204)

x-889

(x-35)

x-951

(x-37 1/2)

5380

(211 7/8)

6230

(245 3/8)

x-1067

(x-42)

x-1129

(x-44 1/2)

5980

(235 1/2)

6930

(272 7/8)

x-1185

(x-46 3/4)

x-1247

(x-49 1/8)

7490

(295)

8670

(341 1/2)

x-1482

(x-58 3/8)

x-1543

(x-60 7/8)

9000

(354 3/8)

10420

(410 3/8)

x-1778

(x-70 1/8)

x-1840

(x-72 1/2)

a (N) = {(SS × 23.177/0.7874)–50.4} × 1.025
a (M) = {(SS × 28.177/0.7874)–50.4} × 0.975
b = x–(SS/0.7874 × 4.667)
c = x–(SS/0.7874 × 4.667+61.8)

The installation measurements and their calculation method for each lens are shown above.

The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following.

SS: screen size measured diagonally (inches)
a: distance between the screen and the center of the lens
b: distance between the floor and the center of the lens
c: distance between the floor and the adjusters of the projector
x: free
N: minimum
M: maximum

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Installation Diagram

Ceiling Installation (Front Projection)

Center of the Projector

Center of the screen

Center of the lens

Center of the lens

Holes for mounting a projector
suspension support

Ceiling

cabinet

Center of the screen

Center of the lens

Distance between the front of the cabinet
and the hole for mounting a projector
suspension support (front)

Center of the lensFront of the

Hole for mounting a
projector suspension
support (front)

Unit: mm (inches)

This section describes the examples for installing the projector on the ceiling.
When installing the projector on the ceiling, use a Projector Suspension Support recommended
by Sony.
For ceiling installation, ask for qualified Sony personnel.
See the chart on page 54 concerning the installation measurements.

The alphabetical letters in the illustrations indicate the distances below.
a’: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom

surface of this projector and the center of the screen

b: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom

surface of this projector and the ceiling

x: distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen

Others

Installation Diagram

53

Unit: mm (inches)

SS 40 60 80 100 120 150 180 200 250 300

a’ N 1260

(49 5/8)

M 1450

(57 1/8)

x b+293

(b+11 5/8)

1860

(73 1/4)

2140

(84 3/8)

b+411

(b+16 1/4)

2470

(97 3/8)

2840

(111 7/8)

b+530

(b+20 7/8)

3070

(121)

3540

(139 1/2)

b+649

(b+25 5/8)

3670

(144 5/8)

4240

(167)

b+767

(b+30 1/4)

4580

(180 3/8)

5280

(208)

b+945

(b+37 1/4)

5480

(215 7/8)

6330

(249 1/4)

b+1123

(b+44 1/4)

6090

(239 7/8)

7030

(276 13/16)

b+1241

(b+48 7/8)

7600

(299 1/4)

8770

(345 3/8)

b+1538

(b+60 5/8)

9100

(358 3/8)

10520

(414 1/4)

b+1834

(b+72 1/4)

b Free

a’(N) = {(SS × 23.177/0.7874)+51.4} × 1.025
a’(M) = {(SS × 28.177/0.7874)+51.4} × 0.975
x = b + (SS/0.7874 × 4.667+55.8)

The installation measurements and their calculation method for each lens are shown above.

The alphabetical letters in the charts and calculation methods indicate the following.

SS: screen size measured diagonally (inches)
a’: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom

surface of this projector and the center of the screen

b: distance between the hole (front) for mounting a projector suspension support on bottom

surface of this projector and the ceiling

x: distance between the center of the screen and the ceiling
N: minimum
M: maximum

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Installation Diagram

“Side Shot” and “V Keystone” Adjustments

With “Side Shot” (horizontal keystone adjustment) provided for the projector, you can project
the picture from the side of the screen.
When projecting with “Side Shot” adjustment only, you can adjust the horizontal distortion of
the screen to the maximum using “Side Shot.”
When projecting with both “Side Shot” and “V Keystone” (vertical keystone adjustment), you
can adjust the vertical ( ) and horizontal ( ) distortion of the screen.

SIDE SHOT key

Adjustment Areas of “Side Shot” and “V Keystone”

The adjustable distortion area using “Side Shot” and “V Keystone” is described below.

Screen

a

a

b

b

a: Tilting angle of the projector in the “V Keystone” adjustment area
b: “Side Shot” (H Keystone adjustment) area

“Side Shot” and “V Keystone” Adjustments

Others

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Input signals a b

Video/60, Video/50, 480/60i, 575/50i,
480/60p, 575/50p

1080/60i, 1080/50i, 540/60p a=0 0 +/–16

720/60p, 720/50p a=0 0 +/–16

PC, Air Shot (VPL-CX86 only),
“Memory Stick” (VPL-CX86 only)

Notes

• If “V Keystone” is set to “Auto,” the “Side Shot” adjustment area may be narrow.

• “V Keystone” on the INSTALL SETTING menu is set to “Auto” at the factory, and the vertical
distortion of the picture is automatically corrected. However, the distortion may not be perfectly
corrected depending on the room temperature or the screen angle. In this case, set this item to
“Manual,” and correct the distortion using input values.

a=0 0 +/–20

a

0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–11

≠

b=0 +/–30 0

0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–11

a

≠

b=0 +/–30 0

0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–7

a

≠

b=0 +/–30 0

a=0 0 +/–14

0 or b≠0 +/–20 +/–7

a

≠

b=0 +/–30 0

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“Side Shot” and “V Keystone” Adjustments

Dimensions

Front

Center of the lens

Right side

Center of the projector

Remote control
detector

Hole for security lock

Center of the lens

Unit: mm (inches)

Dimensions

Others

57

Left side

Bottom

Projector suspension support
mounting surface

Center of the lens Center of the projector

Holes for mounting a projector suspension support Center of gravity of the projector

58

Dimensions

/8)

7

97.4(3

Unit: mm (inches)

Index

A

Adjusting

memory of the settings ........................26

the picture ............................................27

the picture size/shift .......................28, 29

Air filter ...................................................39

Auto Input Search ....................................30

B

Background .............................................33

Batteries .............................................11, 12

Brightness ................................................27

C

Color ........................................................27

Color System ........................................... 30

Color Temp. .............................................27

Connecting a computer ............................14

Connecting a VCR .................................. 15

Contrast ...................................................27

D

Digital Zoom function .............................24

Direct Power On ...................................... 34

Dot Phase ...........................................28, 29

F

fH (Horizontal Frequency) ......................35

fV (Vertical Frequency) ...........................35

G

Gamma Mode .......................................... 27

H

H Size ................................................28, 29

High Altitude Mode ................................34

Hue ..........................................................27

I

Illumination .............................................31

Image Flip ...............................................33

Input-A Signal Sel. ..................................30

Input-C Select ..........................................30

Installation ...............................................13

L

Lamp Mode ............................................. 33

Lamp replacement .................................. 37

Lamp Timer ............................................ 35

Language ................................................. 32

selecting the menu language ............... 20

Lens Control ........................................... 33

Lens protector ........................................... 6

Location and function of controls

connector panel .....................................8

control panel .......................................... 7

rear/right side/bottom ............................ 6

Remote Commander ........................... 10

top/front/left side ................................... 6

M

Menu

clearing the menu display ................... 26

INFORMATION Menu ....................... 35

INPUT SETTING menu ..................... 28

INSTALL SETTING menu ................. 33

MENU SETTING menu ..................... 32

PICTURE SETTING menu ................ 27

SET SETTING menu .......................... 30

using the menu .................................... 25

Menu Color ............................................. 32

Menu Position ......................................... 32

Message List

caution ................................................. 44

warning ................................................ 44

O

Off & Go function ................................... 23

Optional accessories ............................... 47

P

Panel Key Lock ....................................... 31

Picture Mode ........................................... 27

Pin assignment ........................................ 47

Power

turn on ................................................. 16

Power consumption in standby mode ..... 31

Power Saving .......................................... 31

Powered tilt adjuster ............................... 17

Presentation tool ..................................... 12

Projecting ................................................ 16

Others

Index

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R

Remote Commander ...............................10

front remote control detector ................. 6

location and function of controls ......... 10

rear remote control detector ..................6

Reset

resettable items .................................... 26

resetting an item ..................................26

S

Scan Converter ........................................29

Screen size ........................................13, 45

Security Lock .......................................... 34

Sharpness ................................................ 27

Shift .........................................................29

Side Shot ........................................... 33, 34

Smart APA .............................................. 30

Specifications ..........................................45

Startup screen .......................................... 17

Status .......................................................32

Supplied accessories ...............................46

T

Test Pattern .............................................. 33

Tilt... ........................................................ 33

Troubleshooting ...................................... 40

U

USB connector ........................................ 14

V

V Keystone .............................................. 33

Volume ....................................................27

W

Wide Mode .............................................. 28

60

Index

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