Sony VPL-DX241, VPL-DX221, VPL-DW241 User Manual

Data Projector

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and supplied Quick Reference Manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

VPL-DX271/DX241/DX221 VPL-DW241

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Table of Contents

Overview

Location and Function of Controls .... 3

Main Unit .....................................3

Terminal Panel ..............................4

Remote Commander and Control

Panel Keys .................................5

Preparation

Connecting the Projector ................... 7

Connecting a Computer ................7

Connecting a Video equipment .... 8

Connecting to an external

device ........................................9

Supplying the power to the external

device ........................................9

Projecting an Image

Projecting an Image ......................... 10

Adjusting the Projected image ... 11

Turning Off the Power ................15

Others

Indicators ..........................................29

Messages List ...................................31

Troubleshooting ................................32

Replacing the Lamp ..........................34

Cleaning the Air Filter ......................36

When Using the Projector by Mounting

It to a Ceiling ................................37

Removing the lens cap ................37

Attaching the dust cover .............37

Cleaning the air filter and its

surroundings ............................38

Carrying the unit ...............................38

Specifications ...................................39

Projection Distance ...........................44

Dimensions .......................................49

Index .................................................52

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU ................................17

The Picture Menu .............................18

The Screen Menu .............................19

The Function Menu .......................... 23

The Operation Menu ........................ 24

The Connection/Power Menu .......... 25

The Installation Menu ...................... 27

The Information Menu .....................28

Table of Contents

B Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Main Unit

qh 6

ql qk

qj qh

a Focus ring (page 11)

b Zoom ring (page 11)

c Lens

d Remote control detector

qa qs qd qf

1 2

3 4

7 8 qh

j Ventilation holes (exhaust)

Overview

Caution

Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as this may cause internal heat buildup. Do not place your hand near the ventilation holes and the circumference as this may cause injury.

k Lamp cover (page 34)

l Terminal panel (page 4)

m Security bar

Connects to a commercially available security chain or wire.

n Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable manufactured by Kensington. For details, visit Kensington’s web site. http://www.kensington.com/

o Control panel keys (page 5)

p Ventilation holes (intake)

q Speaker

r WARNING indicator (page 29)

s ON/STANDBY indicator

(page 29)

e Lens cap

f Foot adjust button (page 13)

g Front foot (adjustable) (page 13)

h Air filter cover/Ventilation holes

(intake) (page 36)

i Rear feet (page 13)

Location and Function of Controls

Terminal Panel

VPL-DX221

VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241

4 126

42 1356

Input (pages 7, 8)

a INPUT A

Video: RGB/YPBPR input terminal

b INPUT B

Video: HDMI input terminal Audio: HDMI input terminal

c INPUT C*

Video: HDMI input terminal Audio: HDMI input terminal

* VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only

d VIDEO IN

Video: Video input terminal

Output

e Power Supply*

USB terminal (Type A)(5V/2A)

* VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only

If you use the power supply terminal, set “Power Supply” to “On” in the Connection/Power menu (page 25).

f AUDIO OUTPUT

Audio: Audio output terminal (AUDIO)

Note

The audio is output only when the INPUT B terminal or the INPUT C terminal is selected.

Others

g AC IN (∼) socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

Location and Function of Controls

Remote Commander and Control Panel Keys

Remote Commander

INPUT

APA ECO MODE

Control Panel Keys

a Turning on the power/Going to

standby mode

?/1 (On/Standby) key

b Selecting an input signal

(page 10)

INPUT key

c Operating a menu (page 17)

MENU key RESET key ENTER /V/v/B/b (arrow) keys RETURN key

RETURN

ASPECT

D ZOOM

KEYSTONE

VOLUME

ENTER

PATTERN

FREEZE

RESET

BLANK

MUTING

1 6

d Adjusting the image (page 11)

ASPECT key (page 19) KEYSTONE key (page 14) PATTERN key (page 12) APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

(page 14)

Note

Use this key when inputting a computer

signal via the RGB input terminal (INPUT A).

e Using various functions during

projecting

D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

Enlarges the image with the center of it as a starting point while projecting.

1 Press the D ZOOM + key to display

the digital zoom icon on the projected image.

2 Press the D ZOOM + key or the D

ZOOM – key repeatedly to change the enlargement ratio. The image can be

enlarged up to 4 times. Press the RESET key to restore the previous image.

BLANK key

Cuts off the projected image temporarily. Press again to restore the previous image. Picture muting helps reduce power consumption.

MUTING key

Mutes the audio output temporarily. Press again to restore the previous volume.

VOLUME +/– key

Adjusts the volume output.

FREEZE key

Pauses a projected image. Press again to restore the image.

Notes

*1: Use this key when inputting a

computer signal. But it may not be used depending on the resolution of the input signal.

Overview

Location and Function of Controls

*2: Use this key when inputting a

computer signal.

f Setting the energy–saving mode

easily

ECO MODE key

Energy-saving mode can be set easily. Energy-saving mode consists of “Lamp Mode,” “With No Input,” and “With Static Signal.” For example, “With No Input” is a mode that automatically enters the power saving status if a signal is not input into the unit for about 10 minutes.

1 Press the ECO MODE key to display

the ECO Mode menu.

ECO Mode Menu

ECO Mode

ECO

User

RETURN

:Sel

:Back

2 Press the V/v key or ECO MODE key

to select “ECO” or “User” mode. ECO: Sets each mode to the optimum

energy-saving value. Lamp Mode: Low With No Input: Standby With Static Signal: Lamp Dimming

User: Sets each item of the ECO

mode menu as you desire (go to step 3).

3 Select “User” then press the b key.

The setting items appear.

For details on ECO Mode settings, see “Lamp Mode”, “With No Input” and “With Static Signal” on the Connection/ Power menu (page 25).

g Infrared transmitter

About remote commander operation

• Direct the remote commander toward the remote control detector.

• The shorter the distance between the remote commander and the projector is, the wider the angle within which the remote commander can control the projector becomes.

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

User

Lamp Mode High

Auto Power Saving

With No Input With Static Signal

:S el

:S et

Off Lamp Dimming

4 Press the V/v key to select the item

then press the ENTER key.

5 Press the V/v key to select the setting

value.

6 Press the ENTER key.

The screen returns to the previous menu.

Location and Function of Controls

RETURN

:Back

B Preparation

Connecting the Projector

Notes

• Make sure all the equipment is powered off when connecting the projector.

• Use the proper cables for each connection.

• Insert the cable plugs firmly; Loose connections may reduce performance of picture signals or cause a malfunction. When pulling out a cable, be sure to grip it by the plug, not the cable itself.

• For more information, refer also to the instruction manuals of the equipment you are connecting.

• Use a no-resistance audio cable.

Connecting a Computer

Connection with a computer is explained for each input signal.

INPUT A

For connecting a computer with an RGB output terminal.

Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied)

RGB output

Computer

INPUT B/INPUT C

For connecting a computer with an HDMI output terminal.

terminal

Preparation

HDMI output terminal

Computer

Notes

• Only VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 has the INPUT C terminal.

• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.

• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are recommended.)

• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.

• The resolutions of the projected image may vary depending on the input terminals.

• It is recommended that you set the resolution of your computer to 1024 × 768 pixels (VPL-DX271/ DX241/DX221) or 1280 × 800 pixels (VPL-DW241) for the external monitor.

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Connecting the Projector

Connecting a Video equipment

Connections with a DVD player or BD player are explained for each input signal.

VIDEO

For connecting video equipment with a video output terminal.

Video cable (not supplied)

Video output

terminal

Video equipment

INPUT A

For connecting video equipment with a YPBPR output terminal.

Component – Mini D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)

BPR output

terminal

Video equipment

INPUT B/INPUT C

For connecting video equipment with an HDMI output terminal.

HDMI output

terminal

Video equipment

Notes

HDMI cable (not supplied)

• Only VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 has the INPUT C terminal.

• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.

• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.

• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are recommended.)

• The maximum resolution of the INPUT C terminal is set to 720p.

Connecting the Projector

Connecting to an external device

INPUT C

For connecting an external device with an HDMI output terminal. Connect the external device to INPUT C.

HDMI cable (not supplied)

External device

HDMI output

terminal

Supplying the power to the external device

The unit supplies power (5V/2A maximum) via the USB cable to the external device (stick type PC, etc.).

1 Connect the unit to the external device using the USB cable (with type A USB

terminal).

USB terminal (Type A)

Stick type external devices with HDMI output terminal, such as wireless devices, small-sized PC, etc. (not supplied)

Notes

• Use external devices with the appropriate specification for using this unit.

• If you connect the unit in wrong ways, the external device may cause a malfunction. In this case, Sony assumes no responsibility.

USB cable (type A USB terminal)

Power supply terminal

Preparation

2 Set “Power Supply” to “On” in the Connection/Power menu (page 25).

The unit supplies power to the external device through the USB cable.

Notes

• Only VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 has the INPUT C terminal.

• Use HDMI-compatible equipment and cable(s) that have an HDMI logo on them.

• The HDMI terminal of this projector is not compatible with DSD (Direct Stream Digital) Signal or CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) Signal.

• Use a high speed HDMI cable(s) on which the cable type logo is specified. (Sony products are recommended.)

• The maximum resolution of the INPUT C terminal is set to 720p.

Connecting the Projector

B Projecting an Image

Projecting an Image

The size of a projected image depends on the distance between the projector and screen. Install the projector so that the projected image fits the screen size. For details on projection distances and projected image sizes, see

Projector

“Projection Distance” (page 44).

Input

Video

Input-A

Input-B

Input-C

Sel

Video equipment

1 Plug the AC power cord into the wall

outlet.

2 Connect all equipment to the projector

(page 7).

3 Press the ?/1 key to turn on the unit.

4 Turn on the connected equipment.

5 Select the input source.

Press the INPUT key on the projector to display the menu for switching input signal on the screen. Press the INPUT key repeatedly, or press the select an image to be projected.

Projecting an Image

V/v key to

Wall outlet

Computer

6 When projecting a computer image,

switch your computer’s output to external display.

The method to switch the output varies depending on the type of computer.

(Example)

7 Adjust the focus, size and position of

the projected image (page 11).

Adjusting the Projected image

Focus Size (Zoom) Position

Focus ring

Zoom ring

Foot adjust

Projecting an Image

button

Front foot (adjustable)

Rear feet

Projecting an Image

Display the patterns for adjusting an image

Press the PATTERN key of the remote control to display the patterns for adjusting an image on the projected image. Press the PATTERN button again to return to the previous image.

Pattern for adjusting an image

Projecting an Image

Adjusting with the foot adjust button

You can adjust the position of the projected image by tilting the projector with the foot adjust button.

1 Press and hold the foot adjust button,

then lift up the front of the projector to adjust the angle.

When the desired angle is achieved, release the foot adjust button to lock the position.

Notes

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

• Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the front foot (adjustable) extended.

Changing the aspect ratio of the projected image

Press the ASPECT key on the remote commander to change the aspect ratio of the projected image. You can also change the setting in Aspect of the Screen menu (pages 19, 21).

Projecting an Image

Correcting trapezoidal distortion of the projected image (Keystone feature)

Keystone feature may not work automatically*2 when the screen is tilted. In this case, set keystone manually.

1 Press the KEYSTONE key on the remote commander or select V Keystone in the Installation

menu.

2 Use the V/v/B/b the keys to set the value. The higher the value, the narrower the top of the

projected image. The lower the value, the narrower the bottom.

Notes

*1: Since the Keystone adjustment is an electronic correction, the image may be deteriorated. *2: VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only.

Increase the num ber towards plus

Increase the number towards minus

Automatically adjusts Phase, Pitch and Shift of projected image while a signal is input from a computer (APA (Auto Pixel Alignment))

Press the APA key on the remote commander. Press again to cancel adjusting during the setting. You can also set APA in the Screen Menu (page 20). If Smart APA in the Function menu is set to “On”, executes APA automatically when a signal is input (page 23).

Projecting an Image

Turning Off the Power

1 Press the ?/1 key on the unit or the remote commander.

The projector starts shutdown and turns off. If you press the ?/1 key within 10 seconds of the message being displayed, shutdown is canceled. When “Power Supply” on “ECO” in the Connection/Power menu is set to “On,” press start to display the message (page 25). After about ten seconds, the lamp will turn off, and the unit continues to supply power. Select “Select 'Power Off' to shutdown.” to stop supplying power.

Press the power button while the message is displayed to light the lamp again.

Note

• Do not turn off the projector soon after the lamp lights. It may cause a malfunction of the lamp (does not light ,etc.).

• “Power Supply” is VPL-DX271/DX241/DW241 only.

2 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

Turning off without displaying the confirmation message

Press and hold the ?/1 key on the unit for a few seconds (page 31).

Projecting an Image

Note

If you turn off the unit soon after the lamp is turned on, the confirmation message will be displayed and may take a longer time for the unit to turn off.

Projecting an Image

ECO gauge

This gauge indicates the current effectiveness of the projector’s ECO function. (For details on the ECO function, see “ECO MODE key” (page 6) and “ECO” (page 25).) The leaf icons are displayed when the projector is shut down. The number of displayed icons varies according to how much energy is saved as a result of using the ECO function.

ECO gauge

Projecting an Image

B Adjustments and Settings

Using a Menu

Using a MENU

Note

The menu displays used for the explanation below may be different depending on the model you are using.

1 Press the MENU key to display the

menu.

2 Select the setting menu.

Use the V/v key to select the setting menu then press the b key or ENTER

key.

Setting menu

Picture

Picture Mode Standard Reset Contrast Brightness Color Hue Color Temp. Sharpness Expert Setting

:Sel :Set :Back

3 Select the setting item.

Use the V/v key to select the setting menu then press the b key or ENTER

key.

To return to the selection screen of the setting menu, press the B or RETURN key.

Picture

Picture Mode Standard

Reset Contrast Brightness Color Hue Color Temp. Sharpness Expert Setting

:Sel :Set :Back

Low

Setting items

80 50 50 50

Low

If the next menu window is displayed, select the item according to the operations in step 3 and then press the ENTER key to register the setting. To return to the selection screen of the setting items, press the B or RETURN key. As an aid to setting or adjusting items, you can press the RESET key to return an item to its factory setting.

Using a pop-up menu

Press the V/v/B/b key to select an item. A selected item takes effect immediately, except “Language”, which will take effect after you press the ENTER key.

Picture Mode

Vivid Dynamic

Sta ndard

Presentation Blackbo ard Whiteboa rd Cinema

:Sel

RETURN

:Back

Using the setting menu

Press the V/v key to select the item. A selected item takes effect immediately. The previous screen is restored.

Using the adjustment menu

To increase the value, press the V/b key and to decrease the number, press the v/B key. If you press the ENTER key, the selected item takes effect immediately. The previous screen is restored.

Contrast

Adjust

Back

5 Press the MENU key to clear the

menu.

The menu disappears automatically if no operation is performed.

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

4 Make the setting or adjustment for the

selected item.

The setting method varies, depending on the setting item.

Using a MENU

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