Sony VPL-CX85 User Manual 2

Data Projector

VPL-CX85

3000 ANSI Lumens, Native XGA
(1024 x 768) Resolution

With an incredible brightness of 3000 ANSI lumens,

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the VPL-CX85 is one of the brightest projectors in its
class. This, coupled with the projector's native XGA
(1024 x 768) resolution, provides outstanding image
quality even in extremely high ambient-light conditions.

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ANSI lumen is a standard measuring method of the American National
Standards Institute IT7.228. Since there is no uniform method of
measuring brightness,specifications will vary among manufacturers.

Short Focal-Length Lens, Power Focus,
Power Zoom

The short focal-length lens enables a large screen size
from a short throwing distance. An 80-inch

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image can
be projected from a distance of only 2.4 meters. This
feature is invaluable when room space is limited but
dynamic presentations are required.

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Viewable area,measured diagonally.

Air Shot Wireless Presentations

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The VPL-CX85 has a wireless transmission function,

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which eliminates the need for cable connections between
PC and projector. This convenient feature makes it easy
to switch presentations from one person to another – the
presenter simply passes a USB wireless LAN module to the
next presenter. It also allows mobility between PC and
projector, so that you can pick up your PC and walk to
another part of the room without fumbling with a cable.

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Requires the wireless LAN card, USB wireless LAN module, and the
Projector Station for Air Shot software application,all of which are supplied
with the VPL-CX85. This software application can be installed in a PC using
the supplied USB Storage Media. If Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE
operating system is being used,then a driver from the supplied CD-ROM
must be installed so that the USB Storage Media can be used.
Hardware/Software Requirements:
Sony cannot guarantee the Air Shot feature will function properly on some
computers even though the following requirements are satisfied.
CPU: Intel® Pentium® III 600-MHz processor or faster
Memory: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended). 128 MB or
more is required when using Microsoft Windows XP
HDD: 10 MB or more
Resolution: VGA, SVGA, XGA, or SXGA
Color: 16-bit, 24-bit,or 32-bit color
OS: Microsoft Windows 98 SE / Windows ME / Windows 2000 / Windows XP
(Home/Professional editions)

Incredible Brightness and a
Convenient Wireless Capability
– All Packed Into a Stylish and
Compact Body

The VPL-CX85 is a state-of-the-art compact
projector that boasts an incredible brightness of
3000 ANSI lumens by adopting a newly
developed 0.79-inch LCD panel and advanced
optical technology. This XGA (1024 x 768)
projector comes in a compact and stylish design
that is suitable for almost every environment,
including high ambient-light conditions. Clear
presentations can be made in classrooms and
meeting rooms of up to 50 people. The Air
Shot™ feature – a Sony original wireless­transmission function – is ideal for smooth and
easy presentations without the inconvenience of
untidy cables.

The VPL-CX85 is easy to set up using the
Intelligent Auto Setup feature that instantly
readies your projector for use at the push of a
button. The projector’s Side Shot™ feature
allows you to place the projector off-axis from
the center of the screen. And with a newly
developed cooling system and fan, based on the
latest technology, the VPL-CX85 runs very
quietly so as not to disturb your presentations.
If you’re looking for an innovative compact
projector, the VPL-CX85 is the ideal choice.

FEATURES

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This wireless transmission function complies with IEEE 802.11b (2.4-GHz

frequency band). Transmission may slow or stop due to interference from
devices such as microwave ovens,wireless medical equipment,or barriers.
Animation effects and the slide show function in Microsoft PowerPoint®
presentations can be used; however,transmission delays may occur if a large
number of effects are performed at once or if several slides are turned at once.
Wireless transmission should not be used with video. Applications that use
DirectX® application programming interface may not be displayed properly.

Simple Mode

Air Shot simple mode is a revolutionary new way of
presenting, allowing you to establish wireless
communication between the projector and a PC and to
instantly begin a presentation. This feature is easy to use
even for those not familiar with setting up wireless
network systems.

Making Air Shot wireless presentations is as
easy as 1, 2, 3!

1) Simply insert the wireless LAN
card into the VPL-CX85, and
turn on the projector.

2) Then, plug the USB wireless
LAN module into your PC...

3) The image on your PC is
automatically projected from
the VPL-CX85.

Note: The Projector Station for Air Shot software
application must be installed on the PC the first time the
projector’s Air Shot feature is
used. This can be done by simply
plugging the USB storage media
into your PC and following the
“Setup Wizard” instructions on
your PC display.

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When using Windows XP or Windows 2000, the user must be logged into
an account with computer administrator access.

LAN Connection Capability

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In office environments with a wireless LAN capability, the
VPL-CX85 can be accessed via a wireless LAN access point
and used by any PC on the LAN. This configuration is
convenient for remote maintenance and control of the
projector.

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Simple mode cannot be used in this configuration. An IEEE 802.11b­compliant wireless LAN access point is required. Channels: 1 to 11. WEP:
128-bit (104) / 64-bit (40). Air Shot may not function properly in certain
wireless LAN environments

High-Speed Image Transfer

Wireless connections can sometimes introduce delays
when transmitting images to the projector. However, the
VPL-CX85 employs a Sony original compression and
transmission technique allowing for smooth presentations
with high-quality images.

Security Feature

The Air Shot wireless feature offers a high level of security
preventing cross-communication between projectors and
PCs by using an encryption function, WEP (Wired
Equivalency Protection).

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This secure transmission

function is automatically set even in Simple Mode.

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Sony cannot guarantee the security of wireless communications.

Multi-Connection Capability

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Up to five VPL-CX85 data projectors can be connected
wirelessly, with the image from a single PC projected on
each. This feature is ideal for large venues in which
images have to be projected from various locations.

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Simple mode cannot be used in this configuration. Up to 5 projectors can
be connected to a single PC.

Web Browser Access

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In any of the various Air Shot configurations, including
Simple Mode, LAN Configuration, and Multi-Connection
Configuration, all VPL-CX85 projectors can be accessed
via a web browser. The setup menu can be changed and
maintenance information can be obtained via a user­friendly GUI.

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Requires Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later.

Projector

Access point

PC

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