Sony VPL-EX50, VPL-EX5 User Manual

Data Projector

Operating Instructions

3-870-419-01 (2)

VPL-EW5 VPL-EX50/EX5/EX5U VPL-ES5

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE

EARTHED.

IMPORTANT

The nameplate is located on the bottom.

WARNING

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/

Declaration of Conformity

Trade N ame: SONY Model: VPL-EW5, VPL-EX50,VPLEX5, VPL-ES5, VPL-EX5U Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY. If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.

WARNING

Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin

Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG

Length Minimum 1.5m (4 ft .11in.), Less

Rating Minimum 10A, 125V

(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)

wires

than 4.5 m (14 ft .9

/8 in.)

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WA R N I N G: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER COUNTRIES.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord /Appliance Connector /Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for

the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

For the customers in Taiwan only

For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See

www.dtsc. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/

perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

Disposal of the used lamp

For the customers in the USA

WARNING

Table of Contents

Precautions ......................................... 5

Notes on Installation and Usage ........ 6

Overview

Features ..............................................9

Location and Function of Controls .. 10

Top/Right Side/Front .................. 10

Rear/Bottom ............................... 10

Control Panel ..............................12

Connector Panel ......................... 14

Remote Commander ...................15

Projecting the Picture

Installing the Projector ..................... 17

Connecting the Projector ................. 19

Connecting a Computer ..............19

Connecting a VCR .....................21

Projecting ......................................... 22

Turning Off the Power ..................... 24

Convenient Functions

About the Preset Memory No. ....34

The SET SETTING Menu ................35

The MENU SETTING Menu ...........37

The INSTALL SETTING Menu .......38

The INFORMATION Menu .............40

Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp ..........................42

Cleaning the Air Filter ......................44

Others

Troubleshooting ................................45

Messages List ..............................47

Specifications ...................................49

Installation Diagram .........................54

Floor Installation (Front Projection)

..................................................54

Ceiling Installation (Front

Projection) ...............................56

Dimensions .......................................58

Index .................................................60

Selecting the Menu Language .......... 25

Security Lock ...................................26

Other Functions ................................27

Direct Power On/Off Function ... 27

Off & Go Function ..................... 27

Effective Tools for Your

Presentation .............................27

Adjustments and Settings Using a Menu

Using a MENU ................................29

The PICTURE SETTING Menu ...... 31

The INPUT SETTING Menu .......... 33

Table of Contents

The instructions of EX5 doubles as the ones of EX5U when there is not a special note.

Precautions

Safety

• Check that the operating voltage of your

unit is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If voltage adaptation is required, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

• Should any liquid or solid object fall into

the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is

not to be used for several days.

• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the

plug. Never pull the cord itself.

• The wall outlet should be near the unit and

easily accessible.

• The unit is not disconnected to the AC

power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Do not look into the lens while the lamp is

on.

• Do not place your hand or objects near the

ventilation holes. The air coming out is hot.

• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in

the adjuster.

• Do not spread a cloth or paper under the

unit.

Illumination

• To obtain the best picture, the front of the

screen should not be exposed to direct lighting or sunlight.

• Ceiling-mounted spot lighting is

recommended. Use a cover over fluorescent lamps to avoid lowering the contrast ratio.

• Cover any windows that face the screen

with opaque draperies.

• It is desirable to install the unit in a room

where floor and walls are not of lightreflecting material. If the floor and walls are of reflecting material, it is recommended that the carpet and wall paper be changed to a dark color.

Preventing internal heat build-up

The unit is equipped with ventilation holes (intake) and ventilation holes (exhaust). Do not block or place anything near these holes, or internal heat build-up may occur, causing picture degradation or damage to the projector.

Cleaning

Before cleaning

Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

Cleaning the air filter

• Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.

• Refer to the “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 44 for the air filter cleaning.

Cleaning the lens

The lens surface is especially treated to reduce reflection of light. As incorrect maintenance may impair the performance of the projector, take care with respect to the following:

• Avoid touching the lens. To remove dust on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use a damp cloth, detergent solution, or thinner.

• Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth.

• Stubborn stains may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water.

• Never use solvent such as alcohol, benzene or thinner, or acid, alkaline or abrasive detergent, or chemical cleaning cloth, as they will damage the lens surface.

Cleaning the cabinet

• Clean the cabinet gently with a soft dry cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent solution, followed by wiping with a soft dry cloth.

• Use of alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide may damage the finish of the cabinet or remove the indications on the cabinet. Do not use these chemicals.

Precautions

• If you rub on the cabinet with a stained cloth, the cabinet may be scratched.

• If the cabinet is in contact with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period of time, the finish of the cabinet may deteriorate or the coating may come off.

LCD data projector

• This LCD data projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that appear continuously on the LCD data projector. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. When the images are projected onto the screens from multiple LCD data projectors, they may generate color distinctions because each projector has its own color balance even if the projectors are the same models.

Notes on Installation and Usage

Unsuitable Installation

Do not install the projector in the following situations. Installation is these situations

or locations may cause a malfunction or damage to the unit.

Poorly ventilated locations

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation holes. When internal heat builds up due to blockage of ventilation holes, the temperature sensor will function, and the power will be turned off automatically.

• Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 inches) around the unit.

• Be careful not to allow the ventilation holes to inhale tiny objects such as pieces of paper or clumps of dust.

Notes on Installation and Usage

Hot and humid

Very dusty, extremely smoky locations

• Avoid installing the unit in a location where the temperature or humidity is very high, or the temperature is very low.

• To avoid moisture condensation, do not install the unit in a location where the temperature may rise rapidly.

Locations subject to direct cool or warm air from an air-conditioner

Installing the projector in such a location may cause a malfunction of the unit due to moisture condensation or a rise in temperature.

Near a heat or smoke sensor

Malfunction of the sensor may occur.

Avoid installing the unit in a very dusty or extremely smoky environment. Otherwise, the air filter will become obstructed, and this may cause a malfunction of the unit or damage it. Dust preventing the air passing through the filter may cause a rise in the internal temperature of the unit. Clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.

Unsuitable Conditions

Do not use the projector under the following conditions.

Do not stand the unit upright on one side

Avoid using the unit standing upright on its side. It may cause malfunction.

Do not tilt the unit to the right or left

Avoid tilting the unit to an angle of 15°, and avoid installing the unit in any way other than placing it on a level surface or suspending from the ceiling. Such an installation may cause color shading or shorten the lamp life excessively.

Notes on Installation and Usage

Do not block the ventilation holes

Usage at High Altitude

When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher, turn on “High Altitude Mode” in the INSTALL SETTING menu. Failing to set this mode when using the projector at high altitudes could have adverse effects, such as reducing the reliability of certain components.

Avoid using a thick-piled carpet or anything that covers the ventilation holes (exhaust/ intake); otherwise, internal heat may build up.

Do not place a blocking object just in front of the lens

Do not place any object just in front of the lens that may block the light during projection. Heat from the light may damage the object. Use the PIC MUTING key to cut off the picture.

Do not use the Security bar for transporting or installation

Notes on Use

Note on carrying the projector

The unit is manufactured using highprecision technology. When transporting the unit stored in the carrying case, do not drop the unit or subject it to shock, as this may cause damage. When storing the unit in the carrying case, disconnect the AC power cord and all other connecting cables or cards, and store the supplied accessories in a pocket of the carrying case.

Note on the screen

When using a screen with an uneven surface, a striped pattern may rarely appear on the screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming magnification settings used. This is not a malfunction of the projector.

Use the Security bar at the rear of the projector for a purpose of preventing theft, by attaching a commercially available theft prevention cable for example. If you lift the projector by holding the Security bar, or hang the projector by using this bar, it may cause the projector to fall or be damaged.

Notes on Installation and Usage

B Overview

Features

High brightness · High picture performance

High brightness

Sony’s unique optical system allows high efficiency.

High picture performance

VPL-EW5: Three super-high-aperture

0.59-inch WXGA panels with approximately 1,020,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of 1280 × 800 dots (horizontal/vertical) for RGB input, and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input.

VPL-EX50/EX5:Three super-high-apert ure

0.63-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.

VPL-ES5:Three super-high-aperture 0.63-

inch SVGA panels with approximately 480,000 effective pixels produce a resolution of 800 × 600 dots (horizontal/ vertical) for RGB input, and 500 horizontal TV lines for video input.

Direct Power On/Power Off function

The AC power for the entire system can be turned on and off by means of a breaker or other switch without going through a standby mode.

Simple maintenance

Even when the projector is mounted on the ceiling, you can clean the air filter easily because it is located at the side. Clean the filter at the same time as you replace the lamp.

Short focal lens

The projection distance is very short, approximately 2.4 m (7.9 feet), when projecting an 80-inch image, which allows projection on a larger screen even in a limited space.

Security Functions

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. (Except for VPL-EX5U)

Other Convenient Functions

• On-screen menu in 17 languages

• Picture muting

• Freeze

• Lamp mode switching function (VPLEX50/EW5 only)

• Low power consumption in standby

• Security bar

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.

• Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Technology Group.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.

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

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

• HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

• All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.

Overview

Features

Location and Function of Controls

78 90

Top/Right Side/Front

Rear/Bottom

qs qd qf qg qh

Location and Function of Controls

a Ventilation holes (exhaust)

b Lens

Remove the lens cover before projection.

c Front remote control detector

d Control panel

For details, see “Control Panel” on page 12.

Overview

Security bar

Note

EX5U does not have the Control panel keys. Use the Remote Commander for all operations.

e Zoom ring

Adjusts the picture size.

f Focus ring

Adjusts the picture focus.

g Ventilation holes (intake)/Air

filter cover

h Adjusters (fore pad)

i Lamp cover

j Adjuster

k Connector Panel

For details, see “Connector Panel” on page 14.

l AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

m Adjuster adjustment button

For details, see “Using the adjuster” on page 23.

p Security lock

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

Note

To maintain optimal performance, clean the air filter whenever you replace the lam

For details, see “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 44.

n Speaker

o Security bar

An anti-theft chain or wire (commercially available) can be connected to it.

Location and Function of Controls

Control Panel

123 456

Note

EX5U does not have the Control panel keys. Use the Remote Commander for all operations.

a ?/1 (On/Standby) key

Turns on the projector when the projector is in standby mode. To turn off the power, press the ?/1 key twice according to the message or hold the ?/1 key for about one second. 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.

– Flashes in red when the temperature

becomes high inside the projector, or when the projector fails to operate.

– Lights in green when the power is

turned on, and when it is ready to operate.

Location and Function of Controls

– 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 power is turned off with the ?/1 key. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after the power is turned off.

– Lights in orange when the power

saving mode is on.

For detail, see page 24.

b INPUT key

Selects an input signal. The input signal will change whenever you press the key.

c ENTER/V/v/B/b (Arrow) keys

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

d LAMP/COVER indicators

Flashes in orange under the following conditions:

• A reception rate of 2 flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly.

• A reception rate of 3 flashes when the lamp has reached the end of its life or reaches a high temperature.

e MENU key

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

f PIC MUTING key

Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture.

Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Connector Panel

VPL-EW5

VPL-EX50

VPL-EX5

VPL-ES5

12 6 758

124 567

12367

1236

a VIDEO IN connector

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

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

• AUDIO (stereo minijack) (VPL-

EW5/EX50 only):

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

Location and Function of Controls

b INPUT A connector

• RGB (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.

• AUDIO (stereo minijack) (VPL-

EW5 only):

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

For details, see “Connecting a Computer” on page 19 and “Connecting a VCR” on page 21.

c INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO

connector (VPL-EX5/ES5 only)

Inputs audio signal attached to the image from INPUT A or VIDEO.

d INPUT A/ B AUDIO (VPL-EX50

only)

Inputs audio signal attached to the image from INPUT A or INPUT B.

e INPUT B connector

• Digital RGB/Component connector (for HDMI and HDCP) (VPL-EW5 only):

Connects to the video output connector of the video equipment or the computer equipped with HDMI/ DVI output connector (digital).

• RGB connector (HD D-sub 15-pin,

female) (VPL-EX50 only):

Inputs a computer signal. Connects to the output connector of equipment using the supplied cable or an optional cable.

f OUTPUT connector

• MONITOR (HD D-sub 15-pin female):

Connects to the input connector of the monitor. Only the computer signal on the current channel is output from among the signals connected to INPUT A or INPUT B (VPL-EX50 o n l y ) .

• AUDIO (stereo minijack): Connects to the active speaker. Adjust the volume with VOLUME +/- on the remote commander).

In VPL-EX50:

When INPUT A or INPUT B is selected, the output audio is the signal input to AUDIO (INPUT A/B AUDIO) that is common to INPUT A and B. When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected, the output audio is the signal input to AUDIO of VIDEO IN.

In VPL-EW5/EX5/ES5:

When INPUT A is selected, the output audio is the signal input to AUDIO of INPUT A. When INPUT B (VPLEW5 only) is selected, the output audio is the signal input to HDMI connector of INPUT B. When VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected, the output audio is the signal input to AUDIO of VIDEO IN.

g REMOTE RS-232C connector (D-

sub 9-pin female) (VPL-EX5/ EX50/EW5 only)

Connects to the connector of the computer when you operate the projector from the computer.

h Rear remote control detector

Remote Commander

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

1 2

4 5 6

APA

INPUT

KEY

STONE

RESET

PIC

MUTING

D ZOOM VOLUME

FREEZE

ENTER

8 9

0 qa

qs qd

a INPUT key

b 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 35.

c KEYSTONE (Trapezoidal

distortion correction) key

Adjusts the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the image. Pressing this key, the adjustment menu are displayed.

Overview

Location and Function of Controls

Use the arrow keys (v/V/b/B) for adjustment.

d 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.

e PIC MUTING key

Cuts off the picture. Press again to restore the picture.

f FREEZE key

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

g D ZOOM (Digital Zoom) +/– key

Enlarges the image at a desired location on the screen.

2 Install the lithium battery.

h Infrared transmitter

i ?/1 (On/Standby) key

v/V/b/B (Arrow) keys

k ENTER key

l MENU key

m VOLUME +/– keys

Before using the Remote Commander

Pull out the clear film from the lithium battery holder.

To replace a battery

1 Release the lock of the lithium battery

holder by picking it, and pull out the holder from the Remote Commander.

Face th e + side up.

3 Put the lithium battery holder back

into the Remote Commander.

Notes on the lithium battery

• A button type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than CR2025.

• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children.

• Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

Notes on Remote Commander operation

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

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

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

* Adjuster not stretched, and the V Keystone function has been done.

Projecting the Picture

VPL-EX50/EX5/ES5

Unit: m (feet)

Projected image size (diagonal) (inches)

Minimum Distance 1.1

Maximum Distance

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

40 80 100 150 200 250 300

(3.6)

1.4

(4.6)

2.3

(7.5)

2.8

(9.2)

2.9

(9.5)

3.5

(11.5)

4.4

(14.4)

5.2

(17.1)

5.8

(19.0)

7.0

(23.0)

7.3

(24.0)

8.8

(28.9)

Installing the Projector

(28.9)

(34.5)

8.8

10.5

VPL-EW5 (When “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to “Full 2”

Unit: m (feet)

Projected image size (diagonal) (inches)

Minimum Distance 1.2

Maximum Distance

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

Notes for VPL-EW5 only

• When “Aspect” on the Signal menu is set to other than “Full 2”, black bands may appear at the top and bottom or right and left of the screen.

• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “4:3”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 88 % of “Full 2” size.

• When “Aspect” in the Signal menu is set to “16:9”, the projected image size (diagonal) will be approximately 97 % of “Full 2” size.

40 80 100 150 200 250 300

(3.9)

1.5

(4.9)

2.5

(8.2)

2.9

(9.5)

3.1

(10.2)

3.7

(12.1)

4.6

(15.1)

5.6

(18.4)

6.2

(20.3)

7.4

(24.3)

7.7

(25.3)

9.3

(30.5)

(36.4)

9.3

11.1

For details on installation, see “Installation Diagram” on page 54.

Installing the Projector

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.

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 connect a computer

Rear side

VPL-EX50

Projecting the Picture

to monitor output

Computer

to audio output

1 HD D-sub 15-pin cable (supplied) 2 Stereo audio connecting cable (not supplied)

(Use a no-resistance cable.)

Notes

• For stereo audio connection, connect the stereo audio connecting cable to following connectors:

VPL-EX5/ES5: INPUT A/VIDEO IN AUDIO connector VPL-EW5: INPUT A AUDIO connector VPL-EX50: INPUT A/B AUDIO connector

• The projector accepts VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, WXGA signals. However, we recommend that you set the output mode of your computer to SVGA (VPL-ES5), XGA (VPL-EX5/EX50) or WXGA (VPLEW5) mode for the external monitor.

Connecting the Projector

• 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 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.

To connect a computer (Digital) or video equipment (Digital) (VPL-EW5 only)

Front (the connector panel on the right of the lens)

VPL-EW5

to DVI-D output

connector

to HDMI connector DVD player

1 HDMI-DVI-D cable (not supplied) 2 HDMI cable (not supplied)

Notes

Computer

• Be sure to use the HDMI cable with an HDMI logo.

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

Connecting the Projector

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