Sony VPL-DS100 User Manual

Data Projector

VPL-DS100

High Brightness and High Resolution

The VPL-DS100 employs a new 0.62-inch,
super-bright LCD panel that offers native SVGA
(800 x 600) resolution. This advanced LCD
panel, combined with Sony original optical
technology and a bright 185W elliptic reflector
lamp, allows the VPL-DS100 to achieve a high
brightness of 1200 ANSI lumens. Brilliant
images are projected from the ultracompact
body for impressive presentations.

Short Throwing Distance
(100 inch @ 9.5 feet)

The VPL-DS100 comes equipped with a short
focal-length lens with a focal length of 18.0-

21.6mm. This enables a large screen size from
a very short throwing distance. A 100-inch
projection size (viewable area, measured
diagonally) is achieved at a throwing distance
of only 9.5 feet. This capability becomes an
invaluable feature when room space is limited
but presentations must still be dynamic.

Ultra Compact and Light Weight

Compact in size and merely 6 lbs., 3 oz. (2.8 kg)
in weight, the VPL-DS100 can be carried
anywhere with its supplied soft case.

Flat and Simple Design

To achieve a clean and simple design, only a
few buttons and connectors are located on the
top and sides of the projector. Connectors that
are not frequently used are concealed with a
cover. Therefore, the VPL-DS100 will keep a
smart appearance even while being used.

VPL-DS100 – The Smart Choice
for Impressive Mobile
Presentations

As the newest player in Sony's line of Ultra­compact Projectors, the economical VPL­DS100 packs a high quality projection system
in a stylish and compact body. It achieves a
high-brightness of 1200 ANSI lumens* and a
native SVGA resolution (800 X 600) by use of
a newly developed 0.62-inch LCD panel. The
design of the new VPL-DS100 puts maximum
emphasis on simple operation. At the touch
of the power button, the Intelligent Auto
Setup Function sets up the projector in an
instant, allowing presenters to immediately
get started at any customer site. And with its
smart appearance, the VPL-DS100 will
ultimately match any business style.

* 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.

FEATURES

Intelligent Auto Setup Function

Intelligent Auto Setup allows presentations to
be started immediately. As soon as the power
is turned on, the projector initiates a host of
sophisticated setup functions.

Powered Lens Protector

When power is switched on, the powered
lens protector opens automatically. No more
wasted time looking for a missing lens cover;
it's always on the projector.

Powered Tilt Adjuster and Auto
Keystone Correction

The shooting angle can be set with the
power-operated tilt adjuster. The tilt angle is
adjustable from the supplied Remote
Commander

®

unit and the new setting is
retained in memory, which can be instantly
recalled the next time the projector is used.
Vertical keystone distortion is automatically
corrected according to the tilt angle.
Keystone distortion can be corrected up to
15 degrees. This means images can be
projected with correct geometry even where
installation space is limited.

Auto Input Search

The VPL-DS100 automatically checks the
projector's input connectors and selects the
one to which an input signal is supplied.
Images are projected instantly from the
moment the power is turned on.

Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)

The Smart APA function automatically sizes
and adjusts PC image displays for optimum
picture performance – allowing users to
concentrate on their presentations, rather
than time-consuming technical adjustments.

Auto keystone

Powered lens protector

Powered tilt adjuster

Adjustable Rear Legs

The VPL-DS100 is equipped with adjustable rear
legs that enable manual fine adjustment of the
projector's shooting angle.

Useful Remote Commander Unit
RM-PJ2 (supplied)

The VPL-DS100 is supplied
with a card-type Remote
Commander unit. This
Remote Commander unit is
equipped with keys to control
multiple functions, quickly
and easily, providing the
convenience required for
smooth presentations. The IR
receiver is located on the rear
side of the projector.

Digital Zoom Function

Up to 4x digital zoom is available which can be
controlled via the supplied Remote Commander
unit. One section of the projected image can
be zoomed in to show details of the image.

Freeze Function

The VPL-DS100 can freeze a picture when a
signal from a PC is input. During the picture
freeze, the presenter can operate the PC for
setting up the next presentation file or images.

Password Authentication System
(Security Lock)

Once a user sets a password, the projector
cannot be used without it. This function
prevents unauthorized use of the projector.

Various Inputs (Multiscan Converter)

The VPL-DS100 comes equipped with a scan
converter to accept a wide variety of input signals
– both computer images and video. For computer
images, the VPL-DS100 supports signals ranging
from VGA up to XGA (1024 x 768), with
horizontal frequencies of 19 to 72 kHz and
vertical frequencies of 48 to 92 Hz. For video, it
accepts component and composite signals, in
addition to S-Video and RGB signals. Input signals
with a variety of scanning lines, as well as interlace
and progressive modes, are supported.

On-Screen Display

The On-Screen Display for projector control is
available in thirteen languages: English, Dutch,
French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese,
Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,
Chinese, and Korean. Its position and color
can be altered, depending on user preferences.

Ceiling Mounting

The VPL-DS100 can be ceiling mounted. Screw
holes on the bottom plate are provided to use
a suspension-type bracket*. When using this
bracket type, maintenance procedures such as
replacing the lamp and cleaning the filter are
easily achieved by opening the bottom plate
without removing the metal fittings.

Accepts HDTV Signals

HDTV signals including 1080/60i, 480/60p,
575/50p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 540/60p are
accepted by the VPL-DS100.

*For details, please contact your nearest Sony office or
authorized Sony dealer.

RM-PJ2

PRESET DATA OF INPUT SIGNALS

Memory No. Preset signal fH (kHz) fV (kHz) Sync.

1Video 60 Hz 60 Hz 15.734 59.940
2Video 50 Hz 50 Hz 15.625 50.000
3 RGB/Component 60 Hz 480/60i 15.734 59.940 S on G/Y or Composite sync
4 RGB/Component 50 Hz 575/50i 15.625 50.000 S on G/Y or Composite sync
5 1080/60i 33.750 60.000 S on G/Y or Composite sync
6 640 x 350 VGA mode1 31.469 70.086 H-pos, V-neg
7VGA VESA 85Hz 37.861 85.080 H-pos, V-neg
8 640 x 400 PC-9801 Normal 24.823 56.416 H-neg, V-neg

9VGA mode 2 31.469 70.086 H-neg, V-pos
10 VGA VESA 85 Hz 37.861 85.080 H-neg, V-pos
11 640 x 480 VGA mode 3 31.469 59.940 H-neg, V-neg
12 Macintosh 13" 35.000 66.667 H-neg, V-neg
13 VGA VESA 72 Hz 37.861 72.809 H-neg, V-neg
14 VGA VESA 75 Hz 37.500 75.000 H-neg, V-neg
15 VGA VESA 85 Hz 43.269 85.008 H-neg, V-neg
16 800 x 600 SVGA VESA 56 Hz 35.156 56.250 H-pos, V-pos
17 SVGA VESA 60 Hz 37.879 60.317 H-pos, V-pos
18 SVGA VESA 72 Hz 48.077 72.188 H-pos, V-pos
19 SVGA VESA 75 Hz 46.875 75.000 H-pos, V-pos
20 SVGA VESA 85 Hz 53.674 85.061 H-pos, V-pos
21 832 x 624 Macintosh 16" 49.724 74.550 H-neg, V-neg

*22 1024 x 768 XGA VESA 43 Hz 35.524 86.958 H-pos, V-pos

23 XGA VESA 60 Hz 48.363 60.004 H-neg, V-neg
24 XGA VESA 70 Hz 56.476 69.955 H-neg, V-neg
25 XGA VESA 75 Hz 60.023 75.029 H-pos, V-pos
26 XGA VESA 85 Hz 68.677 84.997 H-pos, V-pos
43 480/60p 31.470 60.000 S on G
44 575/50p 31.250 50.000 S on G
45 1080/50i 28.130 50.000
47 720/60p 45.000 60.000
48 720/50p 37.500 50.000
50 540/60p 33.750 60.000

*Memory number 22 accepts the signal as an interlace signal.

Contact your local Sony sales office for more information when inputting a signal not listed in the above chart.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

LMP-E180

Projector Lamp (replacement)

SMF-402

Signal Cable
(HD D-sub 15-pin to phono x 3,

for component signal)

LMP-E180

SPECIFICATIONS

©2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.

Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

All non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Sony and Remote Commander are registered trademarks of Sony.

Optical

Projection System 3 LCD panels, 1 lens projection system
Panel Super high aperture 0.62-inch TFT LCD 1,440,000 pixels (480,000 pixels x 3)
Projection lens 1.2 times F2.2 to 2.4 f18.0 to 21.6mm
Lamp 185W UHP
Screen coverage 40'' to 150'' (measured diagonally)
Light Output 1200ANSI lm (lamp mode high)
Throwing Distance 40-inch : 1.1 to 1.4 m (3.6 to 4.6 feet)

60-inch : 1.7 to 2.1 m (5.6 to 6.9 feet)
80-inch : 2.3 to 2.8 m (7.5 to 9.2 feet)
100-inch : 2.9 to 3.5 m (9.5 to 11.5 feet)
120-inch : 3.5 to 4.2 m (11.5 to 13.8 feet)
150-inch : 4.4 to 5.3 m (14.4 to 17.4 feet)

Signals

Color System NTSC

3.58,PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43

,PAL-M, PAL-N

Resolution Video 600TV lines

RGB 800 x 600

Acceptable Signals Computer fH: 19-72 kHz, fV: 48-92 Hz (up to XGA (fV: 85 Hz))

Video RGB/Component 50/60 Hz, Composite video,Y/C video, 480/60i, 575/50 i

HDTV: 1080/60i, 480/60 p, 575/50 p, 1080/50i, 720/60p, 720/50p, 540/60 p

General

Speaker Mono 1 W (max.) x1
Power Requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption Max 250 W

Standby 4.6 W
Operating Temperature 0 to 35 degrees Celsius (32 to 95 F)
Operating Humidity 35% to 85% (no condensation)
Dimension (WxHxD) inch 11 5/8 x 3 1/8 x 9 3/8

mm 295 x 78 x 238
Weight lb Approx. 6 lbs., 3 oz.

kg Approx. 2.8 kg
Heat Dissipation 853.1BTU

INPUT

Input RGB/Component Analog RGB (HD D-sub 15 pin x 1)

S-Video S-Video (Mini DIN 4pin x 1)

Composite Composite video (RCA pin x 1)

Audio mono (stereo mini x 1)
Safety Regulations UL60950, cUL (CSA No.60950), FCC Class B, IC Class B,

NEMCO (EN60950), CE (LVD, EMC), C-Tick

Supplied Accessories Remote Commander (RM-PJ2), Lithium battery, HD D-sub 15 pin cable,

Soft case, Air filter, Operating Instructions, Quick reference sheet, Security label

Control Panel

Connector Panel

· Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.

· Halogenated flame retardants are not used in printed wiring boards.

· Lead-free solder is used for soldering.

· Polystyrene foam for the packaging cushions is not used in packaging.

Printed in USA (1/04)

MK10074V1IW03SEP

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