Sony VPL-FE100U, VPL-FE100E, VPL-FE100M Operating Instruction

FE100U/FE100E/FE100M-VPL

3-867-465-12(1)

LCD Data Projector

Operating Instructions

GB

Mode dÕemploi

FR

Manual de instrucciones

ES

VPL-FE100U

VPL-FE100E

VPL-FE100M

1999 Sony Corporation

English

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated Òdangerous voltageÓ within the productÕs enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

For the customers in the USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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

For the customers in Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES003.

For the customers in the United Kingdom

WARNING

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green-and-yellow : Earth

Blue

: Neutral

Brown

: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol Y or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

Voor de klanten in Nederland

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.

The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.

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Table of Contents

Overview

Precautions ...............................................................

4 (GB)

Features .....................................................................

5 (GB)

Location and Function of Controls .........................

6 (GB)

Front ..............................................................................

6

(GB)

Rear .............................................................................

10

(GB)

Remote Commander ...................................................

12

(GB)

Setting up and projecting

Precautions on Installation ....................................

15 (GB)

Installing the Projector on the Floor .....................

16 (GB)

Connecting with a Computer or a VCR .................

17 (GB)

Projecting ................................................................

18 (GB)

Adjustments and settings using the menu

Using the Menu .......................................................

21 (GB)

The PICTURE CTRL Menu .....................................

22 (GB)

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

23 (GB)

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

26 (GB)

The SIGNAL SELECT Menu ...................................

27 (GB)

Connection examples/

Index number setting

Connection Examples ............................................

28 (GB)

Connecting 15k RGB/Component Equipment ............

28 (GB)

Connecting the Switcher .............................................

29 (GB)

Confirming the System Construction ..........................

30 (GB)

Setting the Index Numbers ....................................

31 (GB)

Maintenance

Maintenance ............................................................

33 (GB)

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

33 (GB)

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

34 (GB)

Troubleshooting ......................................................

35 (GB)

Others

Specifications .........................................................

37 (GB)

Index ........................................................................

40 (GB)

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English

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Precautions

On 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 Sony 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 from 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 Ñ the air coming out is hot.

On installation

¥When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, the Sony PSS-2000 Projector Suspension Support must be used for installation.

¥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. Leave space of more than 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) between the wall and the projector. Be aware that room heat rises to the ceiling; check that the temperature near the installation location is not excessive.

¥Do not install the unit in a location near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or humidity, mechanical vibration or shock.

On 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 projector in a room where floor and walls are not of light-reflecting 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.

On preventing internal heat build-up

After turning off the power, the cooling fan runs for about six minutes while the ON indicator flashes in green. The indicator flashes quickly for one minute. During that time, you will not be able to turn the power back on with the ON key.

Caution

The projector is equipped with ventilation holes (intake) at the bottom/front side and ventilation holes (exhaust) at the left/right side.

Do not block or place anything near these holes, or internal heat build-up may occur, causing picture degradation or damage to the projector.

On cleaning

¥To keep the cabinet looking new, periodically clean it with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleansers, since these will damage the cabinet.

¥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.

¥Clean the air filter in every 100 hours.

On repacking

Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

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Features

High brightness, high picture quality

¥ High brightness

Adopting four 120 W UHP lamps and newly developed optical system povides high brightness (light output 3,500 of ANSI lumen) and excellent uniformity on the picture.

¥ High resolution

Thanks to use of three 1.8-inch SXGA1) panels with approximately 1,300,000 pixels, the projector can project the sharp picture with the resolution of 1280 × 1024 pixels.

¥ DRC (Digital Reality Creation)

The DRC technology allows you to obtain a finer, more detailed picture with four-times higher density than the conventional video picture.

Accepts various input signals

This projector has a built-in high performance scan converter which converts the input signals to display the 15 k RGB, DTV, HDTV, VGA1), SVGA1), XGA1), SXGA1) and UXGA1) (fV = up to 75 Hz) signals as well as the video signals of the composite, S video and component.

The projector accepts a wide range of HDTV/DTV signals as shown in the chart below.

Format

Scanning

Frame

Scanning

Aspect

Standard

 

rate (kHz)

rate (Hz)*

format

ratio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1035/60i

33.75

30

2:1 interlace

16:9

BTA S-001B

 

 

 

 

 

 

1080/60i

33.75

30

2:1 interlace

16:9

SMPTE 274M/

 

 

 

 

 

BTA S-001B

 

 

 

 

 

 

480/60P

31.5

60

Progressive

16:9/4:3

SMPTE 293M

 

 

 

 

 

 

575/50P

31.25

50

Progressive

16:9/4:3

Ð

 

 

 

 

 

 

1080/24PSF

27

24

2:1 interlace

16:9

Ð

 

 

 

 

 

 

1080/50i

28.13

25

2:1 interlace

16:9

SMPTE 274M

 

 

 

 

 

 

720/60P

45

60

Progressive

16:9

SMPTE 293M

 

 

 

 

 

 

720/50P

37.5

60

Progressive

16:9

Ð

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Each of the frame rates is also compatible with 1/1.001.

System expandability and versatility

The projector has RS-232C/422A/PJ COM interface connectors for communication.

By combining the interface boards and signal interface switcher (not supplied), VPL-FE100U/FE100E/ FE100M projection systems can be greatly expanded. This projector also has the group and device index functions for using multiple projectors in one system.

Easy and flexible setup

¥ SonyÕs original APA (Auto Pixel Alignment)

function

You can obtain the clearest picture automatically by simply pressing the APA key when the signal is input from a computer.

¥ Easy setup with external equipment

This projector has 48 preset data for input signals in the memory. You can get a picture properly on the screen by connecting equipment and pressing the APA key.

¥ Flexible setup

The lens shift function allows you to install the projector in a wide range of locations, without worrying about keystone distortion (the picture going out of square). The power focus and power zoom functions also let you change the size of the projection screen without having to move the projector.

¥ Stack installation

Thanks to the lens shift function, up to three projectors can be stacked, which improves the brightness of the image.

¥ Fail safe function

The projector uses four lamps for light source. Even if one of them has burnt out, you can still use the projector. If two lamps have burnt out, the projector will automatically enter into standby mode.

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Overview

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Location and Function of Controls

Front

2 1

3

4

5

6

7 8

9

1 Lens mount part

When attaching the optional lens, consult with the Sony service personnel.

2 Speaker

3 Front remote control (SIRCS) detector

4 Bottom ventilation holes (intake)

Do not block the holes.

8 Handle lever (left and right sides)

Use the lever for putting away the carrying handle.

9 Carrying handle (left and right sides)

Pull out the handle for carrying the projector.

Left and right side ventilation holes (exhaust)

Do not place anything within the 30 cm (11 7/8 inches) range from these holes or block them.

Notes

5 Adjusters

Use the adjusters to keep the projector level if it is installed on an uneven surface.

6 Front ventilation holes (intake)

Do not block the holes.

7 Adjuster button and lever

Press the button to raise the lever for adjusting the height of the adjuster.

¥Do not block the ventilation holes, or internal heat build-up may occur, causing fire or damage to the projector.

¥Do not place anything near the ventilation holes or touch these holes as the temperature will be very high.

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Using the carrying handles

Pull out to use for carrying the projector. To put away the handle, slide the handle lever forward.

Using the adjusters

To lower the

projector

To raise the

projector

Adjuster button

1Press the adjuster button. The adjuster lever comes out.

2Turn the lever to adjust the height so that the projector becomes level.

3 Replace the adjuster lever after use.

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Location and Function of Controls

Control panel

3

2

1

LIGHT + RESET SYS SET

 

ON

STANDBY

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

MENU

 

MUTING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

PIC

AUDIO

 

APA

 

 

6

 

INPUT SELECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

SELECT

 

+

RESET

ENTER

7

 

 

 

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

INPUT A

INPUT B

INPUT C

Ð

PATTERN ZOOM

SHIFT FOCUS

 

POWER SAVING

LAMP FAIL

 

 

 

 

COVER FAIL

1

2

 

 

 

 

FAN FAIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HIGH TEMP

3

4

 

 

 

!•

!∞

!¢ !£ !™ !¡

8 9

1 ON key and indicator

Press to turn on the power of the projector. The indicator lights when the key is pressed.

The indicator flashes for about six minutes after the power is turned off by pressing the STANDBY key, as the fan runs for six minutes to cool down the inside of the projector. The indicator flashes quickly for one minute, during which you will not be able to turn the power back on with the ON key.

2 STANDBY key and indicator

Press to make the projector enter standby mode.

The indicator lights to indicate that the projector is in standby mode.

3 LIGHT key

Illuminates the key indicators in orange when the projector is turned on. Illuminates the indicators for the relative keys in green when this key is pressed during operation. Press again to turn off the indicators.

Pressing this key and the RESET key simultaneously has the same function as the SYS SET key on the Remote Commander. Use when the PC-3000 signal interface switcher is used in the system or the system connections are changed.

4 APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

Adjusts the position of the picture on the screen automatically so that the picture is clearly visible when the signals are input from a computer.

5 MUTING keys

Cut off the picture or sound temporarily.

PIC: Press to cut off the picture. Press again to restore the picture.

AUDIO: Press to cut off the sound output from the speakers or the AUDIO OUT jacks. Press again or press the VOLUME + key to restore the sound.

6 VOLUME +/Ð keys

Adjust the volume of the built-in speakers and output level of the AUDIO OUT jacks.

+ : Increases the volume. Ð : Decreases the volume.

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7 INPUT SELECT keys

Select the input signal.

VIDEO: Selects the video signal input from the VIDEO or S VIDEO connectors and the audio signal input from the AUDIO IN L/R jacks. To switch the S VIDEO and VIDEO connectors, use the SELECT key.

SELECT: Each time you press this key, the input video signal is switched between the VIDEO and S VIDEO connectors.

INPUT A: Selects the audio and video signals input from the INPUT A connectors.

INPUT B: Selects the signal input from the connectors on the optional interface board which is installed in the INPUT B section. When the IFB-12A interface board is installed and the output mode is selected on the IFB-12A, the key does not function.

INPUT C: Selects the signal input from the connectors on the optional interface board which is installed in the INPUT C section.

Note on the VPL-FE100E model

The optional IFB-X2000E interface board is required to select VIDEO.

8 Indicators

POWER SAVING: Lights when the projector is in power saving mode. When POWER SAVING in the SET SETTING menu is set to ON, the projector goes into the power saving mode if no signal is input for 10 minutes. Although the lamp goes out, the cooling fan keeps running. In the power saving mode, only the STANDBY key functions for the first 30 seconds. The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed.

COVER FAIL: Lights when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly.

FAN FAIL: Lights when the fan is broken. HIGH TEMP: Lights when temperature inside the

projector becomes unusually high.

LAMP FAIL: When the lamp life has reached the end, the indicator of that lamp lights.

9 Rear remote control (SIRCS) detector

Message display window

Displays the signal status, timer and error messages about the input signals.

PATTERN key

Displays a HATCH pattern on the screen for focus, zoom, and shift adjustments. Press again to turn off the HATCH pattern.

!™ ZOOM key

Enters the zoom adjustment mode. When the key is pressed, the relative keys light in green.

Next adjust the zoom using the arrow keys. V: Enlarges the picture size.

V: Reduces the picture size.

Note

If the VPLL-2075, VPLL-2014, VPLL-2009 or VPLL3050 optional lens is installed, you cannot adjust the zoom.

FOCUS key

Enters the focus adjustment mode. When the key is pressed, the relative keys light in green.

Next adjust the focus using the arrow keys. V: Focuses on a forward picture.

V: Focuses on a picture further back.

SHIFT (lens shift) key

Enters the shift adjustment mode. When the key is pressed, the relative keys light in green.

Next adjust the vertical position of the picture using the arrow keys.

V: Moves the picture upward. V: Moves the picture downward.

!∞ ENTER key

Stores the settings in the menu.

Arrow keys (V/V/B/B)

Used to adjust the picture after pressing the ZOOM, FOCUS or SHIFT key. Also used to move the cursor or adjust the value in the menu.

MENU key

Displays the menu on the screen. When the key is pressed, the relative keys light in green.

Press again to turn off the menu.

!• RESET key

Resets the adjusted value of an item to its factory preset value. This key functions when the menu or a setting item is displayed on the screen.

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Location and Function of Controls

Rear

6 5

4

 

3 2

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

INPUT C

INPUT B

INPUT A

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R/R-Y

 

Y

 

 

LIGHT

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUTING

 

 

 

 

 

MENU

 

 

G/Y

 

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

PCI

AUDIO

 

 

APA

 

 

 

 

B/B-Y

 

8

8

 

 

INPUT SELECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

SELECT

VIDEO/

RESET

ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S VIDEO

 

 

SYNC

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

/HD

 

 

 

 

INPUT A

INPUT B

 

INPUT C

Ð

PATTERN ZOOM

SHIFT FOCUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VD

 

 

AUDIO OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER SAVING

LAMP FAIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(MONO)L

L

 

COVER FAIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

(MONO)

AUDIO

 

 

 

1

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

IN

 

 

FAN FAIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

HIGHT TEMP

 

3

4

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REMOTE

 

 

CONTROL S TRIG

DEVICE INDEX

 

 

 

 

RSRS- RS-232C/422A

IN

RS-485

OUT

IN

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

232C 422A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

0

 

 

 

PLUG IN POWER

7

8 9 !º

!™

1 Control panel

For details, see pages 8 (GB) and 9 (GB).

2 AUDIO OUT L/R jacks (phono type)

Connect to external active speakers.

The volume of the speakers can be controlled by the VOLUME keys on the Remote Commander or the control panel.

3 VIDEO connectors

Connect to external video equipment, such as a VCR.

Y IN/C IN (BNC type): Connect to the Y and C video outputs of the video equipment.

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

S VIDEO OUT (mini DIN 4-pin): Used as loopthrough output via the Y/C IN connectors or the S VIDEO IN connector.

VIDEO IN (BNC type): Connects to the composite video output connector of the video equipment.

VIDEO OUT (BNC type): Used as loop-through output of the VIDEO IN connector.

AUDIO IN L (MONO)/R jacks (phono type):

Connect to the audio output jacks of equipment, such as a VCR. For stereo equipment, use both the L and R jacks; for monaural equipment, use the L (MONO) jack only.

Note

If you have video equipment connected to both the Y/ C IN and S VIDEO IN connectors, the signal from the Y/C IN connectors are selected prior to the S VIDEO IN connector. When projecting video connected to the S VIDEO IN connector, be sure not to connect any cable to the Y/C IN connectors.

Note on the VPL-FE100E model

The optional IFB-X2000E interface board is required for using the VIDEO connectors.

4 INPUT A connectors

RGB input connectors (R/R-Y/PR, G/Y, B/B-Y/PB, SYNC/HD, VD) (BNC type): Connect to the video outputs of equipment such as a computer or a video camera.

According to the connected equipment, the RGB, component (R-Y, Y, B-Y), HDTV (YPBPR or GBR) or DTV (YPBPR or GBR) signal is selected.

AUDIO IN L (MONO)/R jacks (phono type):

Connect to the audio output jacks of equipment such as a computer or a video camera. For stereo equipment, use both the L and R jacks; for monaural equipment, use the L (MONO) jack only.

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Note

The INPUT A connectors do not function when the PC-3000 signal interface switcher is connected.

5 Signal interface board attachment part

(INPUT B)

Optional signal interface board can be attached according to your requirements. If you install the IFB12A interface board to this section and select the output mode, you can output the signal input through the INPUT A connectors.

For details on installing the interface boards, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

6 Signal interface board attachment part

(INPUT C)

Optional signal interface board can be attached according to your requirements.

Note

You cannot select the output mode when attaching the IFB-12A interface board.

7 REMOTE connectors

Used to expand system capability.

RS-232C/RS-422A select switch: Selects according to the interface connected to the RS-232C/RS- 422A connector.

RS-232C/RS-422A connector (D-sub 9-pin, female): Connect to a computer to operate the projector from the computer.

PJ COM IN/OUT connectors (D-sub 9-pin, female): The connectors conform to the RS-485 standards and are used to expand system capability for Sony projectors.

For details on connections, see the PJ COM protocol manual for Sony projectors.

8 CONTROL S IN/OUT jacks (stereo minijack)

Connect to the control S jacks of other Sony equipment.

CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER (DC 5 V output) jack: Connects to the CONTROL S OUT jack of the supplied Remote Commander when using as a wired Remote Commander. In this case, you do not need to install the batteries in the Remote Commander, since the power is supplied from this jack.

CONTROL S OUT jack: Outputs the control S signal.

Note

When connecting the remote commander cable to the CONTROL S IN jack, the remote control detectors will not function.

9 TRIG (trigger output) jack (monaural minijack)

The signal is transmitted from this jack to the connected equipment whether the projector is on or off. (This is not a power source for external equipment.) Approximately 12 V DC signal is output when the projector power is on. The signal is 0 volt level output when the projector power is off.

DEVICE INDEX switch

Set the device index number of the projector when using multiple projectors. You can set the numbers between Ò01Ó and Ò99Ó. It is set to Ò01Ó at the factory. You can also set the group index number in the menu for system setup.

Note

Do not set the device index number to Ò00Ó. If you do, the projector will be operated only with the keys on the control panel.

AC IN socket

Connect the supplied AC Power cord.

!™ Lamp cover

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Location and Function of Controls

Remote Commander

The Remote Commander can be used as a wireless or wired Remote Commander. The keys on the Remote Commander with the same names function the same as those on the control panel of the projector.

For details on control panel keys on the projector, see pages 8 (GB) and 9 (GB).

 

 

8 76 5

4 3 2

 

1

 

9

LIGHT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUTING

STATUS

COMMAND

 

 

 

 

 

PIC

AUDIO

OFF

ON

OFF ON

 

STANDBY

ON

 

NORMAL

 

RGB

 

CENT

 

 

 

 

 

APA

DOT PHASE

SIZE

SHIFT

R

MEMORY

 

MENU

@∞

 

LCD LENS CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

PATTERN

 

B

 

 

 

 

!™

ZOOM

SHIFT

FOCUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT SELECT

 

 

RESET

 

 

ENTER

VIDEO

SELECT

 

SYS SET

BLKG

FUNCTION

 

 

 

VIDEO/S VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

@™

A

B

C

D

 

PICTURE CONTROL

CONTR

 

 

 

 

BRIGHT

POSITION

 

 

SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

6

7

8

SHARP

HUE

COLOR

VOL

 

 

9

10/0(ALL)

SW NO/

VIDEO MEMORY

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF/GROUPSWITCHER INDEX

 

 

 

 

 

!∞

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

!§ !¶ !•

 

 

1 ON/STANDBY keys

2 MEMORY key

The key does not function with this projector.

3 CENT R/B keys

The keys do not function with this projector.

4 COMMAND ON/OFF key

No keys except for the LIGHT button on the Remote Commander function when this switch is set to OFF. This saves battery power.

5 RGB keys

Adjust the picture.

APA: The key functions the same as the APA key on the control panel.

DOT PHASE: Press to adjust the phase of the LCD panels and the input signals (except for 15k RGB/ video/HDTV/DTV signals). After pressing this key, adjust the position of the picture using the four arrow keys so that the clearest picture is obtained.

SIZE: Enters the size adjustment mode for the input signal. Next adjust the horizontal size of the picture using the arrow keys.

B: to reduce horizontal size B: to expand horizontal size

SHIFT: Enters the shift adjustment mode for the input signal. Next adjust the position of the picture using the four arrow keys. The picture shifts in the direction of the arrow on the pressed key.

6 STATUS ON/OFF keys

Press OFF to eliminate the on-screen display. Press ON to restore the on-screen display.

Note

The menus and warning messages appear even if the OFF key is pressed.

7 Transmission indicator

The light goes on each time a key is pressed. If the indicator does not light, replace the batteries.

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8 LIGHT button

Illuminates the key indicators when the COMMAND switch is set to ON. If the switch is set to OFF, only the COMMAND switch is illuminated.

If you do not press any key on the Commander for more than 30 seconds, the key indicators turn off automatically. The indicators also turn off if you press the LIGHT button again.

9 MUTING keys

NORMAL key

The key does not function with this projector.

LCD LENS CONTROL keys

Press one of the ZOOM, SHIFT and FOCUS keys and then the arrow keys (V or V).

!™ PATTERN key

SYS SET (system set) key

When the PC-3000 signal interface switcher is used in the system or the system connections are changed, press this key.

Note

After connecting the PC-3000 switcher and pressing the SYS SET key, the input channel is set to SW1-1 when connecting a single switcher, or to SW1-2 when connecting two or more switchers.

INPUT SELECT keys

The D key does not function with this projector.

!∞ SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX select

switch

Selects the function of the SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX keys.

SWITCHER: selects the input from the PC-3000 switcher.

VIDEO MEMORY: The position does not function with this projector.

INDEX: selects a projector by its index number when multiple projectors are used.

SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX keys

When the SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/ INDEX select switch is set to SWITCHER

When the PC-3000 switcher is connected to the projector, press a number key (1 to 8) to select the input from the switcher. Number key 9 does not function.

To select an input when multiple switchers are connected, press the SW NO/OFF/GROUP key. Next press the switcher number (1 to 8) and the input number (1 to 8) in sequence. Be sure to press the keys one after another within 2 seconds.

e.g. To select input 4 of switcher 2, press the keys as follows: SW NO N 2 N 4.

When the SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/ INDEX select switch is set to INDEX

Used to specify the device or group index number.

BLKG (blanking) adjustment key

Enters the blanking adjustment mode.

Next, press the V/V key to select the position to be adjusted on the screen, and then adjust the position using the B/B keys.

!• RESET key

PICTURE CONTROL +/Ð keys

Adjust the picture conditions: CONTR (contrast), BRIGHT (brightness), COLOR, HUE and SHARP (sharpness).

VOL (volume) +/Ð keys

POSITION +/Ð keys

These keys do not function with this projector.

@™ FUNCTION key

The key does not function with this projector.

ENTER key

Arrow keys

@∞ MENU key

CONTROL S OUT jack

Connect the supplied remote control cable to this jack and to the CONTROL S IN jack of the projector for wired remote control operation.

When the Commander is connected to the CONTROL S IN/PLUG IN POWER jack of the projector via the remote control cable (stereo), the power for the Remote Commander is supplied from the projector.

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Location and Function of Controls

Battery installation

1 Push to open the lid.

2Install three R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) with the polarities correctly aligned.

Be sure to install the battery from the ’ side.

3 Replace the lid.

Notes on batteries

¥Make sure that the battery orientation is correct when inserting batteries.

¥Do not mix old battery with new one, or different types of batteries.

¥If you will not use the Remote Commander for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage. If batteries have leaked, remove them, wipe the battery compartment dry and replace the batteries with new ones.

Notes on wireless Remote Commander operation

¥Be sure that there is nothing to obstruct the infrared beam between the Remote Commander and the projector.

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

¥The remote control detectors on the projector do not operate when connecting the remote commander cable to the CONTROL S IN jack. If you wish to use the Remote Commander as a wireless Remote Commander, be sure to remove the remote commander cable from both the Remote Commander and the projector.

To connect the Remote Commander to the projector

Rear

 

INPUT C INPUT B INPUT A

VIDEO

 

+

 

Ð

 

AUDIO OUT

REMOTE

CONTROL S TRIG DEVICE INDEX

to CONTROL

S IN

 

 

Remote Commander

Remote

 

commander

 

cable (supplied)

 

to CONTROL S OUT

Note on wired Remote Commander operation using the supplied remote commander cable (stereo)

You do not need to install the batteries since the power is supplied from the CONTROL S IN jack on the projector. In this case, the batteries are not consumed.

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Sony VPL-FE100U, VPL-FE100E, VPL-FE100M Operating Instruction
15 (GB)

Precautions on Installation

Do not install the projector in the following situations. These installations may cause malfunction or damage to the projector.

Do not install the projector in an ill-

 

Avoid installing the projector in a location

ventilated place

 

subject to excessive dust

The projector is equipped with ventilation holes for intake on the bottom and front and ventilation holes for exhaust on the left and right sides to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not block these ventilation holes and allow adequate air circulation at an installation location.

Do not place any object beside the projector

Do not use the projector while laying it on its side

Do not tilt the projector when in use

If you put something beside the ventilation holes on the sides, the exhaust may be inhaled into the projector through the ventilation holes (intake) at the bottom, causing the internal temperature to rise and thereby activating the protection circuit. Install the projector so that the exhaust is not blocked.

Do not install the projector in a location where temperature or humidity is very high

Avoid installing the projector in a location where temperature may rise or fall rapidly

Be careful of air-conditioning and heating in a room where the projector is installed, as sudden changes in temperature may lead to moisture condensation and cause damage to the projector.

20¡

Avoid tilting the projector more than 20 degrees or installing it other than on the floor and ceiling. Such installations may cause malfunctions such as color irregularity or shortening of lamp life.

Do not cover the ventilation holes (exhaust)

Do not cover the front ventilation holes; otherwise, internal heat may build up.

Do not install the projector on a deep-pile carpet

If you install the projector on a deep-pile carpet, the ventilation holes (intake) at the bottom may be blocked, causing an internal heat build-up.

projecting and up Setting

Installing the Projector on the Floor

This section describes the installation arrangements for installing the projector on the floor.

For ceiling installation, consult with qualified Sony personnel.

For details on installation examples with projection distances, see the supplied ÒProjection Distance Charts.Ó

Horizontal center of the screen

Vertical center of the screen

Installation area

Projection distance

Install the projector so that the tip of the lens is within this area.

Adjust the vertical and horizontal positioning of the projector.

Vertical positioning (side view)

Screen

Adjustable range

You can adjust the angle of projection by performing the shift adjustment (page 20 (GB)).

¥ Install the projector so that the center of the lens is between just above the bottom edge of the screen and the center of the screen.

¥When using the VPLL-2009, make sure that the center of the lens is aligned with the vertical center of the screen.

Horizontal positioning (top view)

Screen

Center of the projector

 

38 mm (1 1/2 inches)

Center of the lens

The distance between the lens and the screen varies depending on the size of the screen and the attached lens. Use the charts for installation examples in the supplied ÒProjection Distance Charts.Ó

Adjust the horizontal positioning of the projector so that the center of the lens is aligned with the horizontal center of the screen.

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Connecting with a Computer or a VCR

This section describes how to connect the projector with a computer, VCR, and external active speakers.

For details on how to connect other equipment, see pages 28 (GB) to 30 (GB).

Also refer to the instruction manuals of the equipment to be connected.

When making connections, be sure to:

¥turn off all equipment before making any connections.

¥use the proper cables for each connection.

¥insert the plugs of the cables properly; plugs that are not fully inserted often generate noise. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out by the plug, not the cable itself.

Note on the VPL-FE100E model

The optional IFB-X2000E interface board is required for using the VIDEO connectors.

VCR

to S VIDEO OUT

to

to AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

Video cable (not supplied)

 

OUT

 

 

S video cable

 

 

(not supplied)

 

Audio cable

 

 

 

 

(not supplied)

Rear

 

 

INPUT C INPUT B INPUT A

VIDEO

 

 

 

+

 

 

Ð

SMF-400 Monitor cable

(5BNC˜HD D-sub 15-pin) (not supplied)

Use the optional ADP-20 Signal adapter (not supplied) when connecting with a

Macintosh computer.

Computer

AUDIO OUT

REMOTE

CONTROL S TRIG DEVICE INDEX

to a wall outlet

 

0

1

 

 

 

 

AC power cord

 

 

to AC IN

(supplied)

Audio cable (not supplied)

Audio cable (not supplied)

Active speakers

: Signal flow

Note

Set INPUT-A in the SIGNAL SELECT menu to COMPUTER.

For details, see page 27 (GB).

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Projecting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STANDBY indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rear remote control detector

 

ON indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

LIGHT

+ RESET SYS SET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

1

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

STANDBY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUTING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MENU

4,5,6,7

INPUT C

INPUT B

INPUT A

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PIC

AUDIO

 

 

APA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

INPUT SELECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

 

 

Ð

 

VIDEO

SELECT

 

 

+

 

RESET

 

 

 

ENTER

 

 

 

AUDIO OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT A

INPUT B

INPUT C

 

Ð

 

PATTERN

ZOOM

SHIFT

FOCUS

4,6

 

 

REMOTE

CONTROL S TRIG DEVICE INDEX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER SAVING

LAMP FAIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

 

COVER FAIL

1

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FAN FAIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HIGHT TEMP

3

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3,8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

LIGHT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4,6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

MUTING

STATUS

COMMAND

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

PIC

AUDIO

OFF

ON

OFF ON

 

STANDBY

 

ON

 

 

 

 

 

NORMAL

 

RGB

 

CENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

APA

DOT PHASE SIZE

SHIFT

R

MEMORY

 

 

 

MENU

 

 

 

 

3,8

 

PATTERN

LCD LENS CONTROL

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

4,5,6,7

 

 

 

 

 

ZOOM

SHIFT

FOCUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT SELECT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

VIDEO

SELECT

 

SYS SET

BLKG

RESET PUNCTION

 

 

ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO/S VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

B

C

D

 

PICTURE CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRIGHT

CONTR

 

POSITION

 

 

 

 

 

 

SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY /INDEX NO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

6

7

8

SHARP

HUE

COLOR

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

10/0(ALL)

SW NO/

VIDEO MEMORY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

OFF/GBOUP

SWITCHER INDEX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

Press the ON key on the Remote Commander or the control panel.

The ON indicator lights in green.

Turn on the power of equipment connected to the projector. Press the INPUT SELECT keys on the Remote Commander or the control panel to select the input source.

VIDEO: Selects the video signal input from the VIDEO or S VIDEO connectors and the audio signal input from the AUDIO IN L/R jacks. To switch the VIDEO or S VIDEO connectors, use the SELECT key.

SELECT: Each time you press this key, the input signal is switched between VIDEO and S VIDEO.

INPUT A: Selects the audio and video signals input from the INPUT A connectors.

INPUT B: Selects the signal input from the connectors on the optional interface board which is installed in the INPUT B section.

INPUT C: Selects the signal input from the connectors on the optional interface board which is installed in the INPUT C section.

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When you input the signal from equipment connected to the PC-3000 signal interface switcher (not supplied), set the SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX select switch on the Remote Commander to the SWITCHER position and press the number keys to select the input. When multiple switchers are connected, press the SW NO/OFF/ GROUP key, then press the number keys to select the input.

Note

Press the SYS SET key when you make the system connections using the PC-3000 switcher.

Note on the VPL-FE100E model

The optional IFB-X2000E is required for selecting VIDEO.

3Press the PATTERN key on the Remote Commander or the control panel to display the HATCH pattern.

4Press the FOCUS key then the V or V key on the Remote Commander or the control panel to adjust the focus.

ÒFOCUSÓ appears on the screen during adjustment.

5Press the ZOOM key then the V or V key on the Remote Commander or the control panel to adjust the picture size.

ÒZOOMÓ appears on the screen during adjustment.

Note

If the optional VPLL-2075, VPLL-2014, VPLL-2009 or VPLL-3050 lens is installed, you cannot adjust the zoom.

6Press the FOCUS and arrow keys on the Remote Commander or the control panel to adjust the focus again.

ÒFOCUSÓ appears on the screen during adjustment.

(continued)

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Projecting

7Press the SHIFT key then the arrow keys on the Remote Commander or the control panel to adjust the vertical position of the picture.

ÒPICTURE SHIFTÓ appears on the screen during adjustment.

8 Press the PATTERN key again to clear the HATCH pattern.

To

Press

 

 

Adjust the volume

the VOLUME +/Ð keys.

 

 

Cut off the sound

the AUDIO MUTING key (also cuts off the signal output

 

from the AUDIO OUT jacks.)

 

To restore the sound, press the AUDIO MUTING key again

 

or press the VOLUME + key.

 

 

Cut off the picture

the PIC MUTING key.

 

To restore the picture, press the PIC MUTING key again.

 

 

Note

Do not look into the lens when the projector lamp is on.

To turn off the power

1Press the STANDBY key on the Remote Commander or the control panel.

The ON indicator flashes in green and the cooling fan keeps running for about six minutes to reduce the internal heat. The ON indicator flashes quickly for one minute. During this time, you will not be able to turn the power back on. After about one minute, you can turn on the power with the ON key.

When the fan stops running, the STANDBY indicator lights in red.

Note

To extend the lamp life, do not turn off the power for at least 10 minutes after turning on the power.

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Using the Menu

The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various adjustments and settings. Unadjustable items are not displayed in the menu.

To change the language used in the menu, see page 26 (GB).

1Press the MENU key.

The menu display appears.

The menu presently selected is highlighted in yellow.

 

PICTURE CTRL

VIDEO

 

CONTRAST:

80

 

BRIGHT:

50

 

COLOR:

50

 

HUE:

50

 

SHARP:

50

 

D.PICTURE:

OFF

 

COLOR TEMP:

LOW

 

COLOR SYS:

AUTO

 

 

 

2Use the V or V key to select a menu, then press the B or the ENTER key.

The setting items of the selected menu are displayed.

 

Menus

Setting items

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SET SETTING

INPUT-A

 

 

 

 

STATUS:

ON

 

SPEAKER: ON

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

INSTALLATION:FLOOR-FRONT

POWER SAVING: OFF

SIRCS RECEIVER: FRONT&REAR

GROUP INDEX: 0 1

DEVICE INDEX: 0 1

3Use the V or V key to select the item, then press the B or the ENTER key.

4Adjust an item.

¥When changing the adjustment level:

To increase the number, press the V or B key. To decrease the number, press the V or B key. Press the ENTER key to restore the original screen.

¥When changing the setting:

Press the V or V key to change the setting, then press the B or the ENTER key.

The original screen is restored.

For details on setting individual items, see the relevant menu pages.

To erase the menu display

Press the MENU key. The menu display also disappears automatically if no key is pressed for one minute.

To reset settings that have been adjusted

Press the RESET key.

ÒReset complete!Ó appears on the screen and the settings appearing on the screen will be reset to their factory preset values.

Items that can be reset are as follows:

CONTRAST, BRIGHT, COLOR, HUE, SHARP, DOT PHASE, SIZE, SHIFT and BLANKING.

About the memory of the settings

The settings are automatically stored in the projector memory.

menu the using settings and Adjustments

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The PICTURE CTRL Menu

The PICTURE CTRL menu is used for adjusting the picture. Unadjustable items are not displayed in the menu.

 

 

PICTURE CTRL

VIDEO

 

 

 

CONTRAST:

80

 

 

 

BRIGHT:

50

 

 

 

COLOR:

50

 

 

 

HUE:

50

 

 

 

SHARP:

50

 

 

 

D.PICTURE:

OFF

 

 

 

COLOR TEMP:

LOW

 

 

 

COLOR SYS:

AUTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTRAST

Adjusts the picture contrast.

The higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting, the lower the contrast.

BRIGHT (Brightness)

Adjusts the picture brightness.

The higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker the picture.

COLOR

COLOR TEMP (temperature)

Adjusts the color temperature.

HIGH: Makes the white color bluish.

LOW: Makes the white color reddish.

COLOR SYS (system)

Selects the color system of the input signal. Normally, set to AUTO.

If the picture is distorted or colorless, select the color system (NTSC3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M) according to the input signal.

GAMMA MODE

Select either position to obtain an optimum picture. GRAPHICS: Improves the reproduction of half

tones. Photos can be reproduced in natural tones. TEXT: Contrasts black and white. Suitable for

images with lots of text.

Input signals and adjustable/setting items

Adjusts color intensity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input signal

 

 

The higher the setting, the greater the intensity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The lower the setting, the lower the intensity.

 

Item

Video

15k

Component/

RGB

RGB

RGB

 

 

or

progressive

(preset)

(not

 

 

 

 

S video

RGB

component

(preset)

(HDTV,

preset)

HUE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTV)

 

Adjusts skin tones.

 

CONTRAST

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRIGHT

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

At high settings, the picture becomes greenish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COLOR

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

At low settings, the picture becomes purplish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HUE

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

(NTSC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.58/

 

 

 

 

 

SHARP (Sharpness)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.431)

 

 

 

 

 

Adjusts the picture sharpness.

 

 

 

only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHARP

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

The higher the setting, the sharper the picture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D. PICTURE

Y

N

Y

N

N

N

The lower the setting, the softer the picture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COLOR

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

 

 

 

 

TEMP

 

 

 

 

 

 

D. (Dynamic) PICTURE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COLOR

Y

N

N

N

N

N

 

 

SYS

 

 

 

 

 

 

Emphasizes the black color.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GAMMA

N

N

N

Y

N

Y

ON: Emphasizes the black color to produce a bolder

 

MODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

ÒdynamicÓ picture.

 

Y: Adjustable/can be set

 

 

 

 

OFF: Reproduces the dark portions of the picture

 

 

 

 

 

accurately, in accordance with the source signal.

 

N: Not adjustable/cannot be set

 

 

 

...........................................................................................................................................................................................................

1)NTSC4.43 is the color system used when playing back a video recorded in NTSC color system on a NTSC4.43 system VCR.

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The INPUT SETTING Menu

The INPUT SETTING menu is used to change the settings of the input signal. Unadjustable items, which vary according to the input signal, are not displayed in the menu.

 

INPUT SETTING

INPUT-A

 

DOT PHASE:

8

 

SIZE

H:1 3 4 4

 

SHIFT

H:1 2 3 V: 1 2 3

 

 

 

1024x768 N O . 2 3 N 2 0

DOT PHASE

Adjusts the phase of the LCD panel and the input signal when H FILTER is set to OFF.

Adjust the value to obtain the clearest picture.

SIZE

Adjusts the horizontal size of the picture.

As the setting for H increases, the horizontal size of the picture becomes larger, and as the setting decreases, the size becomes smaller. Adjust the setting according to the input signal.

Use the B or B key to adjust the horizontal size.

SHIFT

Adjusts the position of the picture.

H adjusts the horizontal position of the picture, and V adjusts the vertical position. As the setting for H increases, the picture moves to the right, and as the setting decreases, it moves to the left.

As the setting for V increases, the picture moves up, and as the setting decreases, it moves down.

Use the B or B key to adjust the horizontal position and the V or V key for the vertical position.

SCAN CONV (converter)

Converts the signal to display the picture so that it fits the screen size.

ON: Displays the picture to fill the 4:3 screen. The picture will lose some clarity.

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

The function does not work for signals in Memory No. 32 and 33.

ASPECT

Sets the aspect ratio of the picture.

When inputting 16:9 (squeezed) signal from equipment such as a DVD player, set to 16:9.

4:3: When the picture with ratio 4:3 is input

16:9: When the picture with ratio 16:9 (squeezed) is input

H FILTER

Corrects the vertical bands that appear on the picture. The vertical bands may occur when an RGB signal with horizontal resolution of more than 1280 × 1024 pixels is input. In such cases, set to ON. The picture will loose some clarity, but the vertical bands will be reduced. Set to OFF to associate a dot of the input signal with a pixel of the LCD.

BLANKING

Adjusts if excess signals are seen with the picture, or the whole picture is not seen clearly.

Select BLANKING, then press the ENTER key to display the blanking adjustment screen.

Use the V or V key to select the part to be adjusted (TOP, BOTOM, RIGHT or LEFT), and the B or B key to adjust.

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The INPUT SETTING Menu

Input signals and adjustable/setting items

 

 

 

Input signal

 

Item

 

 

 

 

 

Video or

15k

Component/

RGB

RGB

 

 

S video

RGB

Progressive

(preset)

(not preset)

 

 

 

component

 

 

DOT PHASE

N

N

N

Y

Y

 

 

 

 

(except

 

 

 

 

 

for

 

 

 

 

 

HDTV,

 

 

 

 

 

DTV)

 

SIZE

N

N

Y

Y

Y

SHIFT

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

SCAN CONV

N

N

N

Y

Y

 

 

 

 

(Only for

(Only for

 

 

 

 

lower

lower

 

 

 

 

resolution

resolution

 

 

 

 

than

than SXGA)

 

 

 

 

SXGA)

 

ASPECT

Y

Y

Y

N

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

H FILTER

N

N

N

Y

Y

 

 

 

 

(UXGA

(UXGA only)

 

 

 

 

only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BLANKING

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

 

(TOP

(TOP and

(TOP

(HDTV,

 

 

and

BOTTOM

and

DTV

 

 

BOTTOM

only)

BOTTOM

only)

 

 

only)

 

only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y: Adjustable/can be set

N: Not adjustable/cannot be set

INPUT MEMORY No.

The upper number indicates the memory number of the current input signal. The lower number indicates the user memory number.

 

INPUT SETTING

INPUT-A

 

DOT PHASE:

8

 

SIZE

H:1 0 4 8

 

SHIFT

H:1 2 3 V: 1 2 3

 

 

 

 

 

Type of input signal

1024x768

Memory number

N O .

1

N

2 3

 

 

 

User memory

 

 

number

About the memory function

The adjustment data for 48 types of input signals are preset at the factory (preset memory).

When a signal is input to the projector, the signal type is automatimally detected and the data for the signal is called from the memory to display an optimum picture. The data can be adjusted in the INPUT SETTING menu and the adjusted data will be saved as user memory.

When you save more than 200 user memories, the newest one always overwrites the oldest one.

The saved user memory number is displayed in the INPUT SETTING menu as N NO. ππ.

When an RGB signal other than the preset signals is input to the projector, the memory number is displayed as 0 and the closest option is automatically selected from the preset 48 types of signals.

Notes

¥When an RGB signal is input with sync on Green including external sync, the picture tone may be greenish. In this case, disconnect the external sync signal.

¥When an HDTV 1035/60i signal is input, the picture

will appear smaller. Adjust SIZE, SHIFT and BLANKING referring to the following levels as a standard.

SIZE

H: 1479

SHIFT

H: 321

 

V: 41

BLANKING

TOP: 167

 

BOTTOM: 167

 

RIGHT: 27

 

LEFT: 27

¥If SCAN CONV is set to ON when a signal in Memory No. 34 Ð38 is input, the picture will appear widened. Adjust SIZE and SHIFT, referring to the following levels as a standard.

Memory No.

 

34

35

36

37

38

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SIZE

 

1590

1575

1590

1582

1620

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHIFT

H

181

170

182

146

154

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

18

32

36

36

42

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24 (GB)

Memory

Preset signal

fH

fV

Sync

Horizontal

No.

 

 

(kHz)

(Hz)

 

size

1

Video 60 Hz

15.73

59.94

Ñ

Ñ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Video 50 Hz

15.63

50.00

Ñ

Ñ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

15k RGB (60 Hz)

15.73

59.94

S on G

Ñ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

15k RGB (50 Hz)

15.63

50.00

S on G

Ñ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

HDTV

 

33.75

60.00

S on Y/G

1543

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

640 × 350

VGA-1 (VGA350)

31.47

70.09

H-pos V-neg

800

7

 

VESA* 85(VGA350)

37.86

85.08

H-pos V-neg

832

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

640 × 400

NEC PC98

24.82

54.42

H-neg V-neg

848

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

 

VGA-2 (TEXT)

31.47

70.09

H-neg V-pos

800

 

 

/VESA70

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

VESA 85 (VGA400)

37.86

85.08

H-neg V-pos

832

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

640 × 480

VGA VESA60

31.47

59.94

H-neg V-neg

800

12

 

Mac 13

35.00

66.67

S on G

864

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

 

VGA VESA 72

37.86

72.81

H-neg V-neg

832

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

 

VGA VESA 75

37.50

75.00

H-neg V-neg

840

 

 

(IBM M3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

 

VGA VESA 85

43.27

85.01

H-neg V-neg

832

 

 

(IBM M4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16

800 × 600

SVGA VESA 56

35.16

56.25

H-pos V-pos

1024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17

 

SVGA VESA 60

37.88

60.32

H-pos V-pos

1056

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18

 

SVGA VESA 72

48.08

72.19

H-pos V-pos

1040

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

19

 

SVGA VESA 75

46.88

75.00

H-pos V-pos

1056

 

 

(IBM M5)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20

 

SVGA VESA 85

53.67

85.06

H-pos V-pos

1048

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

21

832 × 624

Mac 16

49.72

74.55

H-neg V-neg

1152

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22

1024 × 768

XGA VESA 43

35.52

86.96

H-pos V-pos

1264

 

 

(8514)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23

 

XGA VESA 60

48.36

60.00

H-neg V-neg

1344

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24

 

XGA VESA 70

56.48

69.96

H-neg V-neg

1328

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25

 

XGA VESA 75

60.02

75.03

H-pos V-pos

1312

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

26

 

XGA VESA 85

68.68

85.00

H-pos V-pos

1376

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

27

1152 × 864

VESA 70

64.00

70.02

H-pos V-pos

1472

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

28

 

VESA 75

67.50

75.00

H-pos V-pos

1600

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

29

 

VESA 85

77.49

85.06

H-pos V-pos

1568

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30

1152 × 900

SUN LO

61.80

65.96

H-neg V-neg

1504

31

 

SUN HI

71.71

76.05

C-neg

1472

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

32

1280 × 960

VESA 60

60.00

60.00

H-pos V-pos

1800

33

 

VESA 75

75.00

75.00

H-pos V-pos

1728

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

34

1280 × 1024

SXGA VESA 43

46.43

86.87

H-pos V-pos

1696

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

35

 

SGI-5

53.32

50.06

H-neg V-neg

1680

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

36

 

SXGA VESA 60

63.97

60.01

S on G

1696

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

37

 

SXGA VESA 75

79.98

75.03

H-pos V-pos

1688

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

38

 

SXGA VESA 85

91.15

85.02

H-pos V-pos

1728

Memory

Preset signal

fH

fV

Sync

Horizontal

No.

 

 

(kHz)

(Hz)

 

size

39

1600 × 1200

UXGA VESA 60

75.00

60.00

H-pos V-pos

1689

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

40

 

UXGA VESA 65

81.91

65.53

H-pos V-pos

1689

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

41

 

UXGA VESA 75

93.75

75.00

H-pos V-pos

1689

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

43

480/60p (Progressive component)

31.47

60.00

S on G

1605

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

44

575/50p (Progressive component)

31.25

50.00

S on G

1616

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

45

1080/50i

28.13

50.00

Ñ

1852

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

47

720/60p

45.00

60.00

Ñ

1736

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

48

720/50p

37.50

50.00

Ñ

2084

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

49

1080/24PSF

27.00

48.00

Ñ

1929

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standard Association.

25 (GB)

The SET SETTING Menu

The SET SETTING menu is used for changing the initial settings of the projector. Unadjustable items are not displayed in the menu.

SET SETTING

INPUT-A

STATUS:AT

ON

SPEAKER: ON

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

INSTALLATION:FLOOR-FRONT

POWER SAVING: OFF

SIRCS RECEIVER:FRONT&REAR

GROUP INDEX: 0 1

DEVICE INDEX: 0 1

STATUS

Sets up the on-screen display.

ON: Shows all of the on-screen displays.

OFF: Turns off the on-screen displays except for the menus and warning messages.

SPEAKER

Set to OFF to cut off the sound of the internal speaker when external speakers are connected. When set to OFF, ÒSPEAKER OFFÓ appears on the screen when you turn on the power.

LANGUAGE

Selects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.

Available languages are: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Chinese.

INSTALLATION

Reverses the picture horizontally or vertically. FLOOR-FRONT: The picture is not reversed. CEILING-FRONT: The picture is reversed

horizontally and vertically.

FLOOR-REAR: The picture is reversed horizontally. CEILING-REAR: The picture is reversed

vertically.

Note

In case of using a mirror, be careful of installation since the picture may be reversed.

POWER SAVING

When set to ON, the projector goes into the power saving mode and the lamp for light source turns off if no signal is input for about 10 minutes.

The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed.

SIRCS RECEIVER

Selects the remote control detectors to be activated. Change the setting if the wireless Remote Commander does not work properly due to the influence of the fluorescent lamp, etc.

FRONT & REAR: Activates both the front and rear detectors.

FRONT: Activates the front detector only. REAR: Activates the rear detector only.

OFF: Activates neither the front nor rear detector.

Note

When set to OFF, the wireless Remote Commander does not function. Use the keys on the control panel or the wired Remote Commander.

GROUP INDEX

Groups multiple projectors or switchers to operate them simultaneously.

You can set the group index number to the desired number between 01 and 99.

For details for setting the group index, see pages 31 (GB) and 32 (GB).

DEVICE INDEX

Displays the index number set with the INDEX switches on the rear of the projector. You can check the device index number but cannot set it with this menu.

For details for setting the number, see page 31 (GB).

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The SIGNAL SELECT Menu

The SIGNAL SELECT Menu is used for selecting the input signal.

Depending on the interface board installed in the projector, some items may not be displayed in the menu.

SIGNAL SELECT

INPUT-A

INPUT-A: DTV-GBR

INPUT-B: DTV-GBR

INPUT-C: DTV-GBR

Use the V or V key to select the input, then press the ENTER key.

INPUT-A

Selects audio and video signals input from the INPUT A connectors.

COMPUTER: Inputs the signal from a computer or the RGB signal for a still picture.

COMPONENT: Inputs the component signal. DTV-YPBPR: Inputs the DTV (YPBPR) or HDTV

(YPBPR) signal.

DTV-GBR: Inputs the DTV (GBR) or HDTV (GBR) signal.

Note

When the PC-3000 signal interface switcher is connected to the INPUT A connectors, you cannot select the item.

INPUT-B

Selects the input signal from the connectors on the optional IFB-12A interface board installed in the INPUT B section.

COMPUTER: Inputs the signal from a computer or the RGB signal for a still picture.

COMPONENT: Inputs the component signal. DTV-YPBPR: Inputs the DTV (YPBPR) or HDTV

(YPBPR) signal.

DTV-GBR: Inputs the DTV (GBR) or HDTV (GBR) signal.

VIDEO: Inputs the composite video signal. S-VIDEO: Inputs the S video signal.

Note

This item is not displayed when the optional interface board other than the IFB-12A is installed in the INPUT B section, or when the output mode is selected on the IFB-12A.

INPUT-C

Selects the input signal from the connectors on the optional IFB-12A interface board installed in the INPUT C section.

COMPUTER: Inputs the signal from a computer or the RGB signal for a still picture.

COMPONENT: Inputs the component signal. DTV-YPBPR: Inputs the DTV (YPBPR) or HDTV

(YPBPR) signal.

DTV-GBR: Inputs the DTV (GBR) or HDTV (GBR) signal.

VIDEO: Inputs the composite video signal. S-VIDEO: Inputs the S video signal.

Note

This item is not displayed when the optional interface board other than the IFB-12A is installed in the INPUT C section.

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Connection Examples

For details on how to connect a computer, VCR or external active speakers, see page 17 (GB). Also refer to the instruction manual of the equipment to be connected.

When making connections, be sure to:

¥turn off all equipment before making any connections.

¥use the proper cables for each connection.

¥insert the plugs of the cables properly; plugs that are not fully inserted may generate noise. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not the cable itself.

Connecting a BNC connector

2 Turn to the right.

1 Align the pins with the pin holes and push in the plug into the socket.

Connecting 15k RGB/Component Equipment

15k RGB/component

 

 

 

 

 

 

equipment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to RGB/component output

 

 

 

 

 

Monitor cable

 

 

 

 

 

(not supplied)

 

 

 

 

 

Rear

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT C

INPUT B

INPUT A

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ð

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

REMOTE

CONTROL S TRIG DEVICE INDEX

 

to a wall outlet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC power cord

 

 

 

 

 

 

to AC IN

(supplied)

:

Signal flow

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note

Switch the input signal with the INPUT-A item in the SIGNAL SELECT menu.

For details, see page 27 (GB).

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Connecting the Switcher

Use the optional PC-3000 Signal Interface Switcher for connecting various video equipment. The input can be selected by pressing the SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX keysonthe Remote Commander.

For selecting the input from the switcher, see page 13 (GB).

Notes

¥When you select the input from the switcher, be sure to set the SWITCHER/VIDEO MEMORY/INDEX select switch to the SWITCHER position.

¥When connecting the switcher, use the wired Remote Commander. If you use the wireless Remote Commander, activate the remote control detector on only one unit of the equipment connected through the PJ COM connector. For the other equipment, set SIRCS RECEIVER in the SET SETTING menu to OFF to deactivate the remote control detectors.

For details, see page 26 (GB).

¥After all the connections are complete, attach the terminator (supplied) to the PJ COM connector on both the projector and switcher to which nothing is connected.

Rear

 

 

Device index number: 01

 

 

 

INPUT C INPUT B INPUT A

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

Ð

 

 

AUDIO OUT

 

 

 

 

 

AC power cord

REMOTE

CONTROL S TRIG DEVICE INDEX

(supplied)

 

0

1

to the wall outlet

 

 

 

to INPUT A

 

to AC IN

 

 

 

 

Attach the

 

to PJ COM IN

RCC-5G/10G/30G

supplied

 

terminator.

 

 

connecting cable

 

(not supplied)

SIC-10 connecting cable (5BNC ˜ 5BNC)

(not supplied)

to OUTPUT to PJ COM OUT

PC-3000 switcher

Attach the

OUT PUT

REMOTE

terminator

RS-232C/422A

(supplied with

RS-485 OUT

RS-485 IN

 

 

the PC-3000).

VCR, etc.

: Signal flow

Computer, etc.

setting number examples/Index Connection

29 (GB)

Connection Examples

Confirming the System Construction

After all the connections are complete, confirm that equipment of the system is properly setup.

1 Connect the AC cords of all equipment to the AC outlets.

2Press the SYS SET key on the Remote Commander.

You can also press the LIGHT and RESET keys simultaneously on the control panel for the same effect.

Information on the system construction and the settings of the interface boards, etc. are automatically confirmed. Then the message disappears.

Note

When you want to use the projector without connecting the switcher after using the switcher in the system connections, it is necessary to confirm the system construction again by pressing the SYS SET key or the LIGHT and RESET keys after all the connections are complete. If you press the key(s), ÒMaster Switcher not existÓ appears, but the system construction is automaticallyrecognized.

When a system error is detected

The following messages are displayed on the screen and display window:

Message

Remedy

 

 

Master Switcher not exist.

Set the switcher that outputs the signal to

 

the projector to number 1.

 

 

Same DEVICE INDEX for Projector

Change either number of the projectors

detected.

that have the same number.

 

 

Same DEVICE INDEX for Switcher

Change either number of the switchers

detected.

that have the same number.

 

 

Note

If the switcher is in standby mode, the message appears only in the message display window.

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