Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego CA
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
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.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the
product’s 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
If you have any questions about this product,
you may call:
Sony Customer Information Service Center
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The number below is for FCC related
matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: VPL-HS51A/HS60
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
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.
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.
This product contains mercury.Disposal of
this product may be regulated if sold in the
United States. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
authorities or Electronics Industries Alliance
(www.eiae.org http://www.eiae.org).
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For the customers in Canada
(VPL-HS60 only)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Gooi de batterij niet weg
maar lever deze in als klein
chemisch afval (KCA).
The socket-outlet should be installed near
the equipment and be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSED OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL RULES.
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
Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Front ......................................... 60
Rear ......................................... 61
Bottom ....................................... 62
Remote Control .......................... 63
Index ............................................... 64
Using the Menus
Operation through the Menus ..........34
Picture Menu ....................................37
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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.
• 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.
On preventing internal heat buildup
After you turn off the power with the I/1
(on/standby) switch, do not disconnect the
unit from the wall outlet while the cooling
fan is still running.
Caution
The projector 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.
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.
6 Precautions
This manual covers models VPLHS51A and VPL-HS60.
The illustrations of the projector used in
this manual are those of the VPL-HS60
unless the model name is specifically
mentioned.
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Connections and Preparations
This section describes how to install the projector and screen, how to connect
the equipment from which you want to project the picture, etc.
Unpacking
Check the carton to make sure it contains the following items:
Insert the batteries E side first as shown in the illustration.
Inserting them forcibly or with the polarities reversed may cause
a short circuit and may generate heat.
Unpacking
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Step 1: Installing the Projector
The projector’s lens shift feature allows you to choose a variety of installation
locations for your projector. You can enjoy home entertainment with this
projector in the following situations.
Enjoying home theater
Watching sports, etc. with your
company
Enjoying video games on a large
screen
Viewing images shot by a digital video
camera on a large screen
8 Step 1: Installing the Projector
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Before Setting Up the
Projector
Do not place the projector in the following
situations, which may cause malfunction
or damage to the projector.
Poorly ventilated
Very dusty and extremely smoky
Connections and Preparations
Make a special attention to the following
while using the projector.
Do not block the ventilation holes.
Highly heated and humid
Subject to direct cool or warm air
from an air-conditioner
Installing in such a location may cause
malfunction of the unit due to moisture
condensation or rise in temperature.
Near a heat or smoke sensor
Ventilation holes
(intake)
Ventilation holes
(exhaust)
Tip
For details on the location of the ventilation
holes (intake or exhaust), see “Location of
Controls” on pages 60 to 62.
When installing the unit at altitudes
When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500
m or higher, set “High Altitude Mode” in the
Installation menu to “On.” (1 page 41)
Failing to set this mode when using the
projector at high altitudes could have adverse
effects, such as reducing the reliability of
certain components.
Malfunction of the sensor may be caused.
9Step 1: Installing the Projector
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Installing the Projector and a Screen
The installation distance between the projector and a screen varies depending
on the size of the screen.
1 Determine the installation position of the projector and screen.
You can obtain a good quality picture if you position the projector with the
center of the lens within the areas indicated in the gray areas in the
illustration. Use the values a, b, c, d and e in the table on page 11 as a guide.
Screen
a
b
a: Minimum projection distance between the screen and the center of the
projector’s lens
b: Maximum projection distance between the screen and the center of the
projector’s lens
c: Vertical distance between the center of the screen and the center of the
projector’s lens when using the maximum vertical lens shift feature*
d: Horizontal distance between the center of the screen and the center of
the projector’s lens when using the maximum horizontal lens shift
feature*
e: Maximum vertical distance between the center of the screen and the
center of the projector’s lens when using both the vertical and
horizontal lens shift features with the horizontal lens shift set to the
maximum value*
* The distances c, d and e indicated in the illustration show those in the lower
or left direction. The same distances in the upper or right direction are
appropriate for installation.
e
c
d
For details on the lens shift feature, see “Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size
and Position.” (1 page 17)
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When using the 16:9 aspect ratio screen
Screen size
(inches)
a (minimum)1170
b (maximum)1790
c498
d443
e249
406080100120150180200
1770
1
(46
/8)
(69 3/4)
2710
1
/2)
(70
(19
(17
(9
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.7227) – 35.160899} × 1.025
b (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.7227) – 37.678872} × 0.975
c = (SS/0.7227 × 9)
d = (SS/0.7227 × 8)
e = (SS/0.7227 × 4.5)
(106 3/4)
747
5
/8)
(29 1/2)
664
1
/2)
(26 1/4)
374
7
/8)
(14 3/4)
When using the 4:3 aspect ratio screen
Screen size
(inches)
a (minimum)1440
b (maximum)2200
c610
d542
e305
406080100120150180200
2180
3
(56
/4)
(85 7/8)
3330
5
/8)
(86
(24
(21
(12
(131 1/8)
914
1
/8)
(36)
813
3
/8)
(32 1/8)
457
1
/8)
(18)
2380
(93 3/4)
3630
(143)
996
(39 1/4)
886
(35)
498
(19 5/8)
2920
(115)
4450
(175 1/4)
1219
(48)
1084
(42 3/4)
610
(24 1/8)
2980
(117 3/8)
4540
(178 7/8)
1245
(49 1/8)
1107
(43 5/8)
623
(24 5/8)
3660
(114 1/8)
5570
(219 3/8)
1524
(60)
1355
(53 3/8)
762
(30)
3580
(141)
5460
(215)
1494
(58 7/8)
1328
(52 3/8)
747
(29 1/2)
4390
(172 7/8)
6690
(263 1/2)
1829
(72 1/8)
1626
(64 1/8)
914
(36)
4490
(176 7/8)
6830
(269)
1868
(73 5/8)
1660
(65 3/8)
934
(36 7/8)
5500
(216 5/8)
8370
(329 5/8)
2286
(90 1/8)
2032
(80 1/16)
1143
(45)
Unit: mm (inches)
5390
(212 1/4)
8210
(323 3/8)
2241
(88 1/4)
1992
(78 1/2)
1121
(44 1/4)
Unit: mm (inches)
6610
(260 3/8)
10050
(395 3/4)
2743
(108 1/8)
2438
(96)
1372
(54 1/8)
6000
(236 1/4)
9120
(359 1/8)
2491
(98 1/8)
2214
(87 1/4)
1245
(49 1/8)
7350
(289 1/2)
11170
(439 7/8)
3048
(120
2709
(106 3/4)
1524
(60)
Connections and Preparations
1
/16)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.5906) – 35.160899} × 1.025
b (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.5906) – 37.678872} × 0.975
c = (SS/0.5906 × 9)
d = (SS/0.5906 × 8)
e = (SS/0.5906 × 4.5)
11Step 1: Installing the Projector
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2 Position the projector so that the lens is parallel to the screen.
Top view
Screen
3 Project an image on the screen and adjust the picture so that it
fits the screen. (1 page 17)
To project an image, connect video equipment to the projector. (1 page
13)
Note
When using a screen with an uneven surface, stripes pattern may rarely appear on the
screen depending on the distance between the screen and the projector or the zooming
magnifications. This is not a malfunction of the projector.
For installation of the projector on a ceiling, see “Ceiling Installation.” (1
page 57)
12 Step 1: Installing the Projector
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Step 2: Connecting the Projector
When making connections, be sure to do the following:
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
• Use the proper cables for each connection.
• Insert the cable plugs properly; plugs that are not fully inserted often
generate noise. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug,
not the cable itself.
• Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
Connecting to a DVD Player/Recorder or Digital Tuner
To connect to a DVD player/recorder or digital tuner equipped with
component video connectors
Connections and Preparations
AV amplifier
Rear of the projector
DVD player/recorder,
digital tuner, etc., with
component video
connectors
Y
PB/CB PR/CR VIDEOHDMI
PB/
Y
B
C
: Video signal flow
PR/C
Component video cable (not supplied)
INPUT
S VIDEO
R
Y
PB/
C
B
Tip
To connect the projector to a DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder, digital
tuner, etc. which is not equipped with component video connectors, it is recommended
to connect to the S-video output of the DVD player/recorder, hard disk video recorder,
digital tuner, etc. using the S video cable. If the connected equipment is not equipped
with the S-video output connector, use the video cable to connect to the video output
jack on the equipment.
Speakers
PR/C
R
13Step 2: Connecting the Projector
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To connect to a DVD player/recorder equipped with HDMI
output
You can enjoy better picture quality by connecting a DVD player/recorder
equipped with HDMI output to the HDMI input of the projector.
Rear of the projector
: Video signal flow
Note
DVD player/recorder,
etc., with the HDMI
output
YPB/CB PR/CR VIDEOHDMI
INPUT
HDMI cable (not supplied)
AV amplifier
to HDMI output
When the 720p signals (signals preset with memory Nos. 10 and 11) are input, noise
may appear around the projected picture in rare cases. This noise is from the 720p
signals. If you do not want to display the noise, use component video connectors to
connect the equipment instead.
HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Step 2: Connecting the Projector
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Connecting to Video Equipment
You can connect a DVD player/recorder which is not equipped with
component video connectors, hard disk video recorder, VCR or laser disk
player. See also the instruction manual of each equipment.
Rear of the projector
PR/CR VIDEO
INPUT
S VIDEO
INPUT A
Speakers
Video equipment
to S video or
video output
Connections and Preparations
AV amplifier
: Video signal flow
S video or video cable (not supplied)
Tip
If you do not know to which connector you should connect the cable, S VIDEO (S video
connector) or VIDEO (video connector), connect it to S VIDEO to enjoy better picture
quality.
If the equipment to be connected has no S video connector, connect the cable to the
video output.
15Step 2: Connecting the Projector
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Connecting to a Computer
Rear of the projector
Computer
PR/CR VIDEO
: Video signal flow
INPUT
S VIDEO
INPUT A
to monitor output
HD D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied)
Tip
Set “Input A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to “Auto” or “Computer.” If the input
signal does not appear properly, set it to “Computer.”
Note
If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both your
computer’s display and an 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 computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer.
16 Step 2: Connecting the Projector
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Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and
Y
Position
Project an image on the screen and then adjust the picture position.
VPL-HS60
ON/STANDBY indicator
Adjusters
Remote control detector
Connections and Preparations
VPL-HS51A
DYNAMIC
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
PICTURE MODE
USER 2
ENTER
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
ON/STANDBY
indicator
Adjusters
Remote control detector
Tip
The I/1 (on/standby), INPUT, MENU, and M/m/</,/ENTER (joystick) buttons on
the side panel of the projector function the same as those on the remote control.
Note
Depending on the installation location of the projector, you may not control it with the
remote control. In this case, point the remote control to the screen instead of the
projector.
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into
standby mode.
Lights in red.
ON/
STANDB
17Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position
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2 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.
Y
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, then lights.
Lights in green.
ON/
STANDB
3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.
Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
4 Press INPUT to project the picture on the screen.
Each time you press the button, the input indication changes. (1 page 24)
INPUT
Tip
When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function menu, the channel
of the input signal is automatically displayed by pressing the INPUT button.
Video
5 Move both LENS SHIFT dials to adjust the picture position.
LENS SHIFT
To adjust the vertical
position
To adjust the horizontal position
18 Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position
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To adjust the horizontal position
Turn the LENS SHIFT dial right or left.
The picture moves right or left by a maximum of half of the screen size from
the center of the lens.
1
/2H
1H
1
/2H
Top view
: Picture position when moving the
picture to the left at maximum
: Picture position when moving the
picture to the right at maximum
To adjust the vertical position
Turn the LENS SHIFT dial up or down.
The picture moves up or down by a maximum of the screen size from the
center of the lens.
Connections and Preparations
1V
1V
1V
Side view
: Picture position when moving the
picture upward at maximum
: Picture position when moving the
picture downward at maximum
19Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position
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Note
When you use the horizontal and vertical lens shift features at the same time, you
can move the picture vertically by a maximum of half of the screen size.
6 Adjust the picture size using the zoom ring.
Zoom ring
7 Adjust the focus using the focus ring.
Focus ring
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface
If the projector is installed on an uneven surface, use the adjusters to keep the
projector level.
20 Step 3: Adjusting the Picture Size and Position
Turn to adjust.
Adjusters
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Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language
You can select one of fifteen languages for displaying the menu and other onscreen displays. The factory default setting is English.
Connections and Preparations
DYNAMIC
PICTURE MODE
WIDE MODE
REAL COLOR PROCESSING
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
USER 2
ENTER
ADJ PIC
RCP
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
MENUAPA
RESET
2
4-6
3
Tip
You can operate the menu using the M/m/</, (arrow) buttons on the side panel of
the projector instead of the M/m/</,/ENTER buttons on the remote control.
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into
standby mode.
2 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, then lights.
3 Press MENU.
The menu appears.
Cinema
Off
MENU
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
Picture Mode :
Adjust Picture
RCP :
Sel : Set :Back : Exit :
21Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language
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4 Press M or m to select the Setup menu, and press , or
ENTER.
The setting items of the selected menu appears.
Status :On
Picture
Language :English
Input-A Signal Sel. : Auto
Signal
Color System :Auto
Function
Installation
Setup
or
ENTER
Information
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
5 Press M or m to select “Language,” and press , or ENTER.
Status :On
Picture
Language :English
Input-A Signal Sel. Center
Signal
Color System :
Function
Installation
Setup
or
ENTER
Information
White
Sel :Set :Exit :
6 Press M or m to select a language, and press ENTER.
The menu changes to the selected language.
ENTER
To clear the menu
Press MENU.
22 Step 4: Selecting the Menu Language
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Projecting
Y
Y
This section describes how to operate the projector to view the picture from a
DVD player, etc. connected to the projector. It also describes how to adjust the
quality of the picture to suit your taste.
Projecting the Picture on the Screen
VPL-HS60
DYNAMIC
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
PICTURE MODE
USER 2
ENTER
Focus ring
VPL-HS51A
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
Focus ring
Zoom ring
Remote control detector
Remote control detector
Zoom ring
Projecting
1 Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the projector goes into
standby mode.
Lights in red.
ON/
STANDB
2 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch to turn on the projector.
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green, then lights.
Lights in green.
ON/
STANDB
3 Turn on the equipment connected to the projector.
Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
23Projecting the Picture on the Screen
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4 Press INPUT repeatedly to select the input you want to project
on the screen.
Display the indication of the input you want.
Example: To view the picture from the video equipment connected to the
VIDEO INPUT jack.
INPUT
To view the picture fromPress INPUT to
Video equipment connected to the VIDEO INPUT
connector
Video equipment connected to S VIDEO INPUT connector S-Video
Component equipment connected to Y / P
the projector
RGB/component equipment connected to the INPUT A
connector
Equipment connected to the HDMI connectorHDMI
* Set the “Input-A Signal Sel.” setting in the Setup menu according to the
signal input. When you set it to “Auto,” and cannot display the picture properly,
select an appropriate signal with “Input-A Signal Sel.” (1 page 42)
Tip
When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” in the Function menu, the channel
of the input signal is automatically displayed by pressing the INPUT button.
Video
display
Video
B/CB / PR/CR on
Component
Input-A*
5 Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the picture.
24 Projecting the Picture on the Screen
Zoom ring
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6 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.
Adjust to obtain sharp focus.
Turning Off the Power
1 Press the I/1 (on/standby) switch.
A message “POWER OFF?” appears on the screen.
2 Press the I/1 switch again.
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in green and the fan continues to run
to reduce the internal heat. First, the ON/STANDBY indicator flashes
quickly, during which you will not be able to light up the ON/STANDBY
indicator with the I/1 switch.
3 Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet after the fan
stops running and the ON/STANDBY indicator lights in red.
Projecting
Focus ring
You can turn off the projector by holding the I/1 (on/standby) switch for about
one second, instead of performing the above steps.
25Projecting the Picture on the Screen
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Selecting the Wide Screen Mode
You can enjoy various wide screen mode according to the video signal
received. You can also select it using the menu. (1 page 39)
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
USER 2
ENTER
ADJ PIC
RCP
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
MENUAPA
RESET
DYNAMIC
PICTURE MODE
WIDEMODE
REAL COLOR PROCESSING
Press WIDE MODE.
Each time you press the button, you can select the “Wide Mode” setting.
Full
A picture squeezed to 4:3 is displayed with the correct aspect ratio. A 4:3
picture is enlarged horizontally to fit the 16:9 screen.
WIDE MODE button
Tip
Squeezed: An original 16:9 aspect ratio picture is recorded horizontally compressed to
a 4:3 picture.
26 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode
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Normal
A picture with normal 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed in the center of the screen
to fill the vertical screen size.
Wide Zoom
A 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged and the upper and lower portions of the
picture are compressed to fit the 16:9 screen. Use this mode to view news,
variety shows, etc.
Zoom
A normal 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and horizontally in the
same ratio to fill the 16:9 screen. This mode is ideal for viewing a wide-format
movie.
Projecting
Subtitle
The subtitle area is compressed and displayed in the lower part of the screen.
Use this mode to view a movie with subtitles.
Good-bye
Notes
• You can adjust the vertical position of the picture with “V Position” in the Signal
menu only when “Zoom” or “Subtitle” is selected.
• You can adjust the position of the subtitles with “Title Area” in the Signal menu
only when “Subtitle” is selected.
27Selecting the Wide Screen Mode
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Notes on selecting the wide screen mode
• Select the wide screen mode taking into account that changing the aspect
ratio of the original picture will provide a different look from that of the
original image.
• Note that if the projector is used for profit or for public viewing, modifying
the original picture by switching to the wide mode may constitute an
infringement of the rights of authors or producers, which are legally
protected.
28 Selecting the Wide Screen Mode
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Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode
You can select the picture viewing mode that best suits the type of program or
room condition.
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
USER 2
ENTER
ADJ PIC
RCP
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
MENUAPA
RESET
PICTURE MODE buttons
DYNAMIC
STANDARD
CINEMA
USER 1, 2 and 3
DYNAMIC
PICTURE MODE
WIDE MODE
REAL COLOR PROCESSING
Press one of the PICTURE MODE buttons (DYNAMIC,
STANDARD, CINEMA and USER 1, 2 and 3).
DYNAMIC
Select for enhanced picture sharpness in bright environment.
STANDARD
Recommended for normal viewing condition in your home.
Projecting
CINEMA
Select for soft, film-like picture in dark environment.
USER 1, 2 and 3
You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and store the settings
into the selected memory of the projector. Press one of the USER 1, 2 and 3
buttons, then adjust the picture by using the buttons on the remote control or
the menus. (1 pages 30 and 37) The settings are stored, and you can view the
picture with the adjusted picture quality by pressing the button.
29Selecting the Picture Viewing Mode
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Adjusting the Picture Quality
You can adjust the picture quality that suits your taste by selecting the
adjustment items with the remote control. The adjusted data can be stored in
each picture mode.
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
USER 2
ENTER
ADJ PIC
RCP
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
MENUAPA
RESET
CONTRASTBRIGHT
+
–
DYNAMIC
PICTURE MODE
WIDE MODE
REAL COLOR PROCESSING
+
–
ADJ PIC button
CONTRAST +/– button
BRIGHT +/– button
1 Press ADJ PIC.
Each time you press the button, the following adjustment windows* are
displayed in sequence.
Contrast t Brightness t Color t Hue t Sharpness
Rr
Lamp Control Black Level Adj.
Rr
Advanced Iris T DDE T Color Temp. T Gamma Correction
* Some of the above adjustment windows will not be displayed depending on the
input signal. For details, see “Input Signals and Adjustable/setting Items.” (1
page 53)
30 Adjusting the Picture Quality
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Example: To adjust the contrast
Contrast
For details on each adjustment, see “Adjust Picture” in the Picture
menu. (1 page 37)
2 Make the setting or adjustment on an item.
When changing the adjustment level
To increase the value, press M or ,.
To decrease the value, press m or <.
When changing the setting
Press M or m to change the setting.
To adjust contrast and brightness
Press CONTRAST +/– on the remote control to adjust the contrast.
Press BRIGHT +/– on the remote control to adjust the brightness.
Projecting
31Adjusting the Picture Quality
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Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color
Processing
The Real Color Processing (RCP) feature allows you to adjust the color and
hue of each target of the projected picture you specify independently. You can
thus obtain a picture more suitable to your taste.
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
USER 2
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
DYNAMIC
PICTURE MODE
ENTER
ADJ PIC
MENUAPA
RCP
WIDE MODE
REAL COLOR PROCESSING
BRIGHTCONTRAST
RESET
2 – 4
1
Tip
Freeze the scene of the video source when you are adjusting the picture using Real Color
Processing.
1 Press RCP on the remote control.
2 Press M or m to select “User 1,” “User 2” or “User 3,” then
,.
press
The RCP (Real Color Processing) window appears.
3 Select the target color you want to adjust.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 described below to specify the target color.
1 Press M or m to select “Color Select,” then press < or , to select the
color you want to adjust among “Red,” “Magenta,” “Blue,” “Cyan,”
“Green” and “Yellow.”
Only the portions that correspond to the specified color will be colored
and the other portions will be displayed in black and white. The
reference palette in the RCP window also shows the adjustable colors.
Decide the target while you are watching the projected picture, and
watching the reference palette as a guide.
32 Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing
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RCP (Real Color Processing)
Color Select :Red
Position :
Range :
RCP Color :0
RCP Hue :0
Sel :Set :Exit :
Adjust
Adjust
Reference palette
2 Press M or m to select “Position” or “Range,” and specify it more
delicate color and color range you want to adjust using
RCP (Real Color Processing)
Color Select :Red
Position :
Range :
RCP Color :0
RCP Hue :0
Sel :Set :Exit :
Adjust
Adjust
< or ,.
4 Adjust the color of the specified portions.
Press
M or m to select “RCP Color” or “RCP Hue,” then adjust the color or
hue of the portions selected in step 3 to suit your taste using
< or , while
watching the projected picture. The picture is returned to normal color
during adjustment.
5 After the adjustment is complete, press RCP.
The RCP window disappears and the normal picture is restored.
The adjusted data will be stored in a memory selected in step 2 and will be
recalled later.
Projecting
Tip
There are some limitations on selection of position and range.
33Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing
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Using the Menus
This section describes how to make various adjustments and settings using the
menus.
Operation through the Menus
The projector is equipped with an on-screen menu for making various
adjustments and settings. Some of the adjustable/setting items are displayed in
a pop-up menu, in a setting menu or adjustment menu with no main menu, or
in the next menu window. If you select an item name followed by an arrow
B), the next menu window with setting items appears.
(
To change the on-screen menu language, see “Selecting the Menu Language.”
(1 page 21)
INPUTLIGHT
STANDARD
USER 2
CINEMA
USER 3USER 1
DYNAMIC
PICTURE MODE
1 Press MENU.
The menu window appears.
MENU
34 Operation through the Menus
WIDE MODE
REAL COLOR PROCESSING
ENTER
ADJ PIC
RCP
MENUAPA
RESET
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
2 – 4
1
Picture Mode :Cinema
Adjust Picture
RCP :Of f
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
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2 Press M or m to select a menu item, and press , or ENTER.
The items that can be set or adjusted with the selected menu appear. The
item presently selected is shown as a yellow button.
Status
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
:
Language :
Input-A Signal Sel. : Auto
Color System :Auto
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
On
English
3 Press M or m to select an item you want to set or adjust and
press , or ENTER.
The setting items are displayed in a pop-up menu, in a setting menu, in an
adjustment menu or in the next menu window.
Pop-up menu
Setting items
Status :On
Picture
Language :English
Input-A Signal Sel. Center
Signal
Color System :White
Function
or
ENTER
Installation
Setup
Information
Set:Exit:Sel :
Using the Menus
Setting menu
Picture Mode
Dynamic
Standard
Cinema
User1
User2
User3
Sel :Set :
Adjustment menu
Contrast
35Operation through the Menus
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Next menu window
Setting items
Adjust PictureCinema
Picture
Contrast :80
Brightness :50
Signal
Color :50
Hue :50
Function
Sharpness :50
Installation
Black Level Adj. : Off
Gamma Correction : Off
Setup
Color Temp :Low
DDE :Film
Information
Cinema Black Pro
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
4 Make the setting or adjustment on an item.
When changing the adjustment level
To increase the value, press M or ,.
To decrease the value, press m or <.
Press ENTER to restore the original screen.
When changing the setting
Press M or m to change the setting.
Press ENTER to restore the original screen.
You can restore the original screen using < depending on the selected
item.
To clear the menu
Press MENU.
To reset the items that have been adjusted
Select the item you want to reset, then press RESET.
“Complete! ” appears on the screen and the setting is reset to its factory preset
value.
Items that can be reset are:
• “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,” “Sharpness” and “Color Temp.”
in “Adjust Picture” and “RCP” of the Picture menu
• “Dot Phase,” “H Size” and “Shift” in “Adjust Signal,” and “V Position” and
“Title Area” of the Signal menu
• “V Keystone” of the Installation menu
Items that cannot be adjusted
Adjustable items are limited depending on the input signals. The items that
cannot be adjusted or set do not appear in the menu. (1 page 53)
36 Operation through the Menus
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Picture Menu
The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture.
Adjust Picture menu
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
Picture Mode :Cinema
Adjust Picture
RCP :Of f
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
Adjust PictureCinema
Picture
Contrast :80
Brightness :50
Signal
Color :50
Hue :50
Function
Sharpness :50
Installation
Black Level Adj. : Off
Gamma Correction : Off
Setup
Color Temp :Low
DDE :Film
Information
Cinema Black Pro
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
ItemDescription
Picture ModeYou can select picture viewing mode that best suits the type of picture or the
environment.
Dynamic: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
Standard: Recommended for normal viewing condition. Also select to reduce
roughness when viewing the picture with Dynamic.
Cinema: Select for soft, film-like picture.
User 1, 2 and 3: You can adjust the quality of the picture to suit your taste and
store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you can view the picture with
the adjusted picture quality by pressing the PICTURE MODE button on the
remote control.
To store the settings
1 Select User 1, User 2 or User 3.
2 Adjust the items you want in the menus.
Items that can be stored are: Items in “Adjust Picture,” and “Wide Mode,” “V
Position” and “Title Area” in the Signal menu.
Tip
You can also adjust the picture quality in “Dynamic,” “Standard” or “Cinema,”
and store the settings. To reset to the factory setting, press RESET.
Adjust Picture
ContrastThe higher the setting, the greater the contrast. The lower the setting, the lower
the contrast.
BrightnessThe higher the setting, the brighter the picture. The lower the setting, the darker
the picture.
ColorThe higher the setting, the greater the intensity. The lower the setting, the lower
the intensity.
HueThe higher the setting, the more greenish the picture becomes. The lower the
setting, the more purplish the picture becomes.
SharpnessThe higher the setting, the sharper the picture. The lower the setting, the softer
the picture.
Using the Menus
37Picture Menu
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ItemDescription
Adjust Picture
Black Level
Adj (Adjust)
Gamma
Correction
Color Temp. High: Gives the white colors a blue tint.
DDE
(Dynamic
Detail
Enhancer)
Cinema
Black Pro
RCP (Real
Color
Processing)
Emphasizes black color to produce a bolder “dynamic” picture. Set according
to the input signal source.
Off: Cancels this feature.
Low: Gives lower emphasis to the black color.
High: Gives higher emphasis to the black color.
Selects a favorite tone from three options.
Off: The feature does not function.
Gamma1: Makes the dark portion of a scene a little brighter.
Gamma2: Makes the dark portion of a scene brighter than that in Gamma1.
Gamma3: Makes the whole scene brighter.
For the VPL-HS51A only
Using the specified controller, “ImageDirector*” supplied as a CD-ROM allows
you to adjust, set and store a favorite tone. Adjustable range is limited.
* For detailed operations of “ImageDirector,” refer to the Help contained in the
supplied application software. “ImageDirector” cannot be used with
Macintosh.
Middle: Gives the white colors a neutral tint.
Low: Gives the white colors a red tint.
Custom1, Custom2, Custom3: Enables you to adjust, set and store the favorite
color temperature.
Off: Plays a video signal in an interlace format without converting.
Progressive: Converts an interlace format video signal to a progressive format.
Film: Normally, select this option. Reproduces the 2-3 Pull-Down film sources
with smooth picture movement. When the video signal with a format other
than the 2-3 Pull-Down is input, “Progressive” is automatically selected.
Advanced Iris
Switches the iris function during projection.
Off: Normal contrast.
On: Enhances the black by emphasizing the contrast.
Auto: Automatically switches to an optimum iris according to a projected
scene. The contrast of the scene is emphasized most.
Lamp Control
Switches the lamp wattage during projection.
High: Normal wattage.
Low: Enhances the black by reducing the lamp wattage.
Tip
If “Lamp Control” is set to “Low,” the next time the power is turned on, the
lamp will use the “High” setting initially, and then go to “Low.”
You can adjust the color and hue of each selected portion of the picture
independently.
Off: Cancels this feature.
User 1, 2 and 3: You can adjust the picture using Real Color Processing and
store the settings. Once the settings are stored, you can view the picture with
the adjusted picture quality.
For details, see “Adjusting the Picture Using Real Color Processing.” (1 page
32)
38 Picture Menu
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Signal Menu
The Signal menu is used to adjust the input signal. You can adjust the size of
.
ItemDescription
Adjust Signal
Wide ModeYou can select the wide screen mode.
V PositionAdjusts the vertical position of the picture in wide screen mode. As
Title AreaAdjusts the subtitle area. As the setting increases, the subtitle area
the picture, and select wide screen mode, etc
Adjust Signal menu
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
Adjust Signal
Wide Mode :
V Position :0
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
Full
Adjust Signal
Picture
Dot Phase :
H Size :1344
Signal
Shift :H:204 V:34
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
24
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
Dot PhaseAdjusts the picture from a computer for clearer picture after it is
adjusted by pressing the APA button.
H SizeAdjusts the horizontal size of the picture from a computer. The
higher the setting, the wider the picture. The lower the setting, the
narrower the picture.
ShiftAs the setting for H (horizontal) increases, the picture moves to the
right, and as the setting decreases, the picture moves to the left. Use
< or , to adjust the horizontal position.
As the setting for V (vertical) increases, the picture moves up, and as
the setting decreases, the picture moves down. Use M or m to adjust
the vertical position.
Full: A picture squeezed to 4:3 is diplayed with the correct aspect.
Normal: The 4:3 aspect ratio picture is displayed to fill the vertical
screen size.
Wide Zoom: The 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged and the upper
and lower portions are compressed to fit the 16:9 screen.
Zoom: The 4:3 aspect ratio picture is enlarged vertically and
horizontally at the equal ratio to fill the 16:9 screen.
Subtitle: The subtitle area is compressed and displayed at the lower
part of the screen.
the setting increases, the picture moves up. As the setting decreases,
the picture moves down.
Note
This item is adjustable only when “Zoom” or “Subtitle” is selected.
moves up. As the setting decreases, the subtitle area moves down.
Note
This item is adjustable only when “Subtitle” is selected.
Using the Menus
39Signal Menu
Page 40
Function menu
The Function menu is used for changing the settings of the function of the
projector.
Smart APA :On
Picture
Auto Input Search : Of f
Standby Mode :Standard
Signal
Power Saving:Off
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
ItemDescription
Smart APAWith this item set to On, the APA function works automatically for a
Auto Input SearchWhen set to On, the projector detects whether Component, HDMI,
Standby ModeWhen set to Low, the power consumption in standby mode is
Power SavingWhen set to On and no signal is input for more than 10 minutes, the
signal input from a computer so that the picture can be seen clearly.
You can also activate the APA function by pressing the APA button
on the remote control.
Tip
The APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) automatically adjusts the input
signal from a computer so that the picture can be seen clearly.
Video, S Video or Input-A signal is input when the INPUT button is
pressed. Then the detected input channel is automatically displayed.
Set to Off when you want to select the channel with no input signal,
or you want to switch the channel manually.
lowered.
projector goes into power saving mode and the POWER SAVING
indicator lights in orange. The lamp goes out and the cooling fan
keeps running. In power saving mode, no button functions for the
first 60 seconds, then it is cancelled when a signal is input or any
button is pressed. If you do not set the projector to power saving
mode, select Off.
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Installation Menu
The Installation menu is used for changing the installation settings.
V Keystone :
Picture
Image Flip :Off
Background :Blue
Signal
Illumination :On
High Altitude Mode : O ff
Function
Network Setting
Installation
Setup
Information
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
ItemDescription
V KeystoneCorrects the vertical trapezoidal distortion of the picture.
Image FlipFlips the picture on the screen horizontally and/or vertically.
BackgroundSelects the background color of the screen when no signal is input.
IlluminationTurns on the illumination on the top panel of the projector when set
High Altitude ModeOff: Use this setting when using the projector at normal altitudes.
Network Setting (VPLHS51A only)
0
Sets a lower value (– direction) when the bottom of the trapezoid is
longer than the top (). Sets a higher value (+ direction) when
the top of the trapezoid is longer than the bottom ().
Note
Depending on the picture position adjusted with the lens shift
feature, the aspect ratio of the picture may change from the original
or picture distortion may occur with V Keystone adjustment.
Off: The picture does not flip.
HV: Flips the picture horizontally and vertically.
H: Flips the picture horizontally.
V: Flips the picture vertically.
You can select “Black” or “Blue.”
to On. It turns off when set to Off.
On: Use this setting when using the projector at an altitude of 1,500
m or higher.
Note
When set to On, the fan inside the projector runs faster.
Displays settings in the network configuration of this projector.
Notes
• You cannot change the network settings with this projector. For
information on networking, consult with qualified Sony personnel.
• Be sure to set “Standby Mode” in the Function menu to “Standard”
when you use the network function. (1 page 40)
Using the Menus
41Installation Menu
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Setup Menu
The Setup menu is used to change the factory preset settings.
Status
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
:
Language :
Input-A Signal Sel. : Auto
Color System :Auto
Sel:Set:Back: Exit:
ItemDescription
StatusSet to Off to turn off the on-screen displays except for the menus,
LanguageSelects the language used in the menu and on-screen displays.
Input-A Signal Sel.Selects the type of signal input from the equipment by selecting
Color SystemSelect the color system of the input signal.
On
English
message when turning off the power, and warning messages.
Available languages are: English, Dutch, French, Italian, German,
Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese,
Chinese (Simplified Chinese), Chinese (Traditional Chinese),
Korean and Thai.
“Input-A” with the INPUT button.
Auto: Selects the input signal type automatically.
Computer: Inputs the signal from a computer.
Component: Inputs the component signal from a DVD player/
recorder, digital tuner, etc.
Video GBR: Inputs the signal from a TV game or HDTV broadcast.
Note
When the input signal is not displayed correctly with this item set to
Auto, select the item according to the input signal.
Auto: Selects the color system of the input signal automatically
from among NTSC
3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PA L -M, PA L - N
or PAL-60.
3.58”–“PAL -N”: Sets the color system to the selected system
“NTSC
manually.
42 Setup Menu
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Information Menu
The Information menu is used to display the horizontal and vertical
frequencies of the input signal, used time of the lamp, etc.
Picture
Signal
Function
Installation
Setup
Information
fH :
fV :60.00Hz
Lamp Timer :10H
33.75kHz
No.7
1080/60i
Sel:
Memory No.
Signal type
Exit:
ItemDescription
fHDisplays the horizontal frequency of the input signal.
fVDisplays the vertical frequency of the input signal.
(Memory No.)Displays the preset memory number of the input signal.
(Signal type)Displays the type of the input signal.
Lamp TimerIndicates how long the lamp has been turned on.
Note
You cannot change the displays above.
About the Preset Memory No.
This projector has 32 types of preset data for input signals (the preset memory).
When the preset signal is input, the projector automatically detects the signal
type and recalls the data for the signal from the preset memory to adjust it to
an optimum picture. The memory number and signal type of that signal are
displayed in the Information menu.
You can also adjust the preset data through the Signal menu.
This projector also has 20 types of user memories for Input-A into which you
can save the setting of the adjusted data for an unpreset input signal.
When an unpreset signal is input for the first time, a memory number is
displayed as 0. When you adjust the data of the signal in the Signal menu,
it will be registered to the projector. If more than 20 user memories are
registered, the newest memory always overwrites the oldest one.
See the chart on page 55 to find if the signal is registered to the preset memory.
Using the Menus
Note
When the aspect ratio of input signal does not match the screen size, a part of the screen
is displayed in black.
43Information Menu
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Adjusting Picture Quality of a Signal from the
Computer
You can automatically adjust to obtain the clearest picture when projecting a
signal from the computer.
1 Project a still picture from the computer.
2 Press the APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) button.
When the picture is adjusted properly, “complete!” appears on the screen.
Notes
• When “Smart APA” is set to “On,” the APA function is automatically activated.
• Press the APA button when the image appears on the whole display area of the
computer. If there are black edges around the image, the APA function will not
function properly and the image may extend beyond the screen.
• If you switch the input signal or re-connect a computer, press the APA button again
to get the suitable picture.
• To restore the original screen, press the APA button again during the adjustment.
• When a signal of which the timing is the same as the “Memory No.37” or the
“Memory No.55” signal (refer to the “Preset Signals” chart) is input, if the polarity of
the synchronized signal is different, the input signal may be misjudged and the image
may not appear properly (incorrect aspect ratio or lack of a part of the image). In this
case, press the APA button to adjust the image. This APA processing time may be
longer than the APA processing time of signal in another case. If the image does not
still appear properly, input the signal as described in the following example, then
press the APA button again.
Example:
Display of multiple icons or Windows bar in the lower part on a whitish wallpaper
• The picture may not be adjusted properly depending on the types of input signals.
• Adjust the items in the Signal menu when you adjust the picture manually. (1
page 39)
44 Adjusting Picture Quality of a Signal from the Computer
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Others
This section describes how to solve the problems, how to replace a lamp and
air filter, etc.
Troubleshooting
If the projector appears to be operating erratically, try to diagnose and correct
the problem using the following instructions. If the problem persists, consult
with qualified Sony personnel.
Power
SymptomCause and Remedy
The power is not turned on.c Wait for about one minute before turning on the power. (1 page
Picture
SymptomCause and Remedy
No picture.c Check that the proper connections have been made. (1 page
The picture from the
INPUT A connector is
colored strange.
The picture from the
VIDEO or S VIDEO
INPUT connector is
colored strange.
The picture is too dark.c Adjust the contrast or brightness in the “Adjust Picture” of the
The picture is not clear.c Adjust the focus with the focus ring. (1 page 25)
The picture flickers.c Adjust “Dot Phase” for “Adjust Signal” in the signal menu
25)
c Close the lamp cover securely. (1 page 48)
c Close the air filter cover securely. (1 page 49)
13)
c Select the input source correctly using the INPUT button. (1
page 24)
c Set the computer signal to output from an external monitor.
c Set the computer signal to output only to an external monitor.
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A
Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu according to the input
signal. (1 page 42)
c Select “Computer,” “Component” or “Video GBR” for “Input-A
Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu according to the input
signal. (1 page 42)
c Adjust the picture in the “Adjust Picture” of the Picture
menu (1 page 37)
c Set “Color System” in the Setup menu to match the color
system being input. (1 page 42)
Picture menu properly. (1 page 37)
c Condensation has occurred on the lens. Leave the projector for
about two hours with the power on.
properly. (1 page 39)
Others
45Troubleshooting
Page 46
On-screen display
Y
SymptomCause and Remedy
On-screen display does not
c Set “Status” in the Setup menu to “On.” (1 page 42)
appear.
Remote control
SymptomCause and Remedy
The remote control does
not work.
c Batteries could be weak. Replace with new batteries. (1 page
7)
c Insert the batteries with correct polarities. (1 page 7)
Warning Indicators
The LAMP/COVER or TEMP/FAN indicator on the control panel lights up or
flashes if there is any trouble with your projector.
LAMP/COVER indicator
TEMP/FAN indicator
LAMP/
COVER
TEMP/
FAN
POWER
SAVING
ON/
STANDB
SymptomCause and Remedy
LAMP/COVER flashes.c Attach the lamp cover or the air filter cover securely. (1
pages 48 and 49)
LAMP/COVER lights up.c The lamp has reached the end of its life. Replace the lamp. (1
page 48)
c The lamp becomes a high temperature. Wait until the lamp
cools, and then turn on the power again. (1 page 25)
TEMP/FAN flashes.c The fan is broken. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
TEMP/FAN lights up.c The internal temperature is unusually high. Check to see if
nothing is blocking the ventilation holes or whether or not the
projector is being used at high altitudes.
LAMP/COVER and
TEMP/FAN light up.
c Disconnect the AC power cord, connect it, then turn on the
power again. If the indicators still light up, the electrical system
breaks down. Consult with qualified Sony personnel.
46 Troubleshooting
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Message Lists
Warning messages
MessageCause and Remedy
High temp.! Lamp off in 1
min.
Frequency is out of range!c Input a signal that is within the acceptable range of the
Please check Input-A
Signal Sel.
Please replace the LAMP.c It is time to replace the lamp. Replace the lamp. (1 page 48)
Please replace the filter.c It is time to replace the air filter. Replace the air filter. (1 page
High temp.!
Probably use in high
altitude. Switch to high
altitude mode on? Yes: O/
No: o
c Turn off th e p ower.
c Check to see if nothing is blocking the ventilation holes.
frequency.
c Set the output signal on an external monitor of the connected
computer to SVGA.
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to
“Computer”. (1 page 42)
c Set “Input-A Signal Sel.” in the Setup menu to
“Computer” when RGB signal is input from the computer. (1
page 42)
Tip
c To erase the message from the screen, press any button on the
remote control or the control panel.
49)
Tip
c To erase the message from the screen, press any button on the
remote control or the control panel.
c When using the projector at an altitude of 1,500 m or higher:
select “Yes” to set to “High Altitude Mode”. (1 page 41)
c If this message is displayed when using the projector at an
altitude of less than 1,500 m: check to see if nothing is blocking
the ventilation holes.
Others
Caution messages
MessageCause and Remedy
x
Not applicable!c Press the appropriate button.
c No signal is input in the selected input. Check connections. (1
page 13)
47Troubleshooting
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Replacing the Lamp
The lamp used for the light source has a
certain life. When the lamp dims, the color
balance of the picture becomes strange, or
“Please replace the LAMP.” appears on the
screen, the lamp may be exhausted. Replace
the lamp with a new one (not supplied).
Use LMP-H130 Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp.
When replacing the lamp after using
the projector
Turn off the projector, then unplug the
power cord. Wait for at least an hour for the
lamp to cool.
Caution
The lamp becomes a high temperature after
turning off the projector with the I/1 (on/
standby) switch. If you touch the lamp, you
may scald your finger. When you replace the
lamp, wait for at least an hour for the lamp to
cool. When removing the lamp unit, make sure
it remains horizontal, then pull straight up. Do
not tilt the lamp unit. If you pull out the lamp
unit while tilted and if the lamp breaks, the
pieces may scatter, causing injury.
1 Turn off the projector and unplug
the AC power cord.
2 Place a protective sheet (cloth)
beneath the projector. Turn the
projector over so you can see its
underside.
3 Loosen a screw with the Philips
screwdriver
lamp cover 2.
1, then open the
4 Loosen the three screws on the
lamp unit with the Philips
screwdriver
unit by the handle
1. Pull out the lamp
2.
5 Insert the new lamp all the way in
until it is securely in place
Tighten the three screws 2. Fold
down the handle.
1.
Note
Be sure that the projector is stable after
turning it over.
48 Replacing the Lamp
6 Close the lamp cover and tighten
the screw.
7 Turn the projector back over.
8 Connect the power cord and set
the projector to standby mode.
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Check that the ON/STANDBY indicator
lights in red.
9 Point the remote control at the
projector and press the following
buttons on the remote control in
the following order for less than
five seconds each: RESET, <,
,, ENTER.
Notes
• Do not put your hands into the lamp
replacement spot, or not fall any liquid or
object into it to avoid electrical shock or fire.
• Be sure to use the LMP-H130 Projector
Lamp for replacement. If you use lamps
other than LMP-H130, the projector may
cause a malfunction.
• Be sure to turn off the projector and unplug
the power cord before replacing the lamp.
• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp
is securely installed in place.
• The projector will not turn on unless the lamp
cover is securely closed.
• To erase the message displayed on the
screen, press any button on the remote
control or the control panel.
Disposal of the used lamp
For the customers in the USA
This product contains mercury. Disposal of
this product may be regulated if sold in the
United States. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
authorities or Electronics Industries Alliance
(http://www.eiae.org).
Replacing the Air
Filter
The air filter should be replaced
periodically. When “Please replace the
filter.” appears on the screen, replace the air
filter immediately.
Notes
• Replacing the air filter is very important to
maintain the high efficiency of the projector
and to prevent a malfunction. When the
replacement message appears on the screen,
replace the air filter without delay. It is
recommended to replace the air filter
approximately every 1000 hours of use.
• When removing the air filter from the
projector, be careful that no dust or object
gets into the inside of the projector.
1 Turn off the projector, then
unplug the AC power cord.
2 Open the filter cover toward you,
while pushing the three filter lock
knobs upward.
Others
3 Remove the air filter from the
projector by holding the tab on the
filter.
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4 Insert the new air filter into the
projector.
5 Replace the filter cover.
Notes
• The projector will not turn on unless the filter
cover is securely closed.
• To erase the message displayed on the
screen, press any button on the remote
control or the control panel.
50 Replacing the Air Filter
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Specifications
System
Projection system
LCD panel0.73-inch TFT LCD panel,
Lens1.6 times zoom lens (manual)
Lamp135 W UHP type
Projection picture size
Color system NTSC
Acceptable video signals
Acceptable computer signals
3 LCD panels, 1 lens, projection
system
2,764,800 pixels (921,600
pixels u 3)
f21.3 – 34.1 mm/F2.4 – 3.16
40 to 200 inches (measured
diagonally)
3.58/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/
PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL-60
system, switched automatically/
manually (PAL-60 system not
switched manually)
type
Y (luminance): 1 Vp-p±2 dB
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)
C (chrominance): burst 0.286
Vp-p ±2 dB (NTSC)
(75 ohms terminated)
burst 0.3 Vp-p±2 dB (PAL)
(75 ohms terminated)
Component: phono type
sync negative (75 ohms
terminated)
General
Dimensions 348 u 135 u 360 mm
MassVPL-HS60:
Power requirements
Power consumption
5
/8 u 5 7/8 u 14 5/8 inches) (w/
(13
h/d)
Approx. 5.6 kg (12 lb 6 oz)
VPL-HS51A:
Approx. 5.7 kg (12 lb 6 oz)
AC 100 to 240 V, 0.8–1.95 A,
50/60 Hz
VPL-HS60:
Max. 195 W
Standby mode: 3 W
ECO mode: 0.5 W
VPL-HS51A:
Max. 195 W
Standby mode: 4.5 W
ECO mode: 0.5 W
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Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Storage temperature
Storage humidity
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
35% to 85% (no condensation)
–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)
10% to 90%
Supplied accessories
Remote control RM-PJHS50 (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
AC power cord (1)
Air filter (for replacement) (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
CD-ROM (Application software)
(VPL-HS51A only) (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Safe regulations
VPL-HS60:
UL60950, CSA No. 950, FCC class B, IC class B,
EN60950 (NEMKO), CE, C-Tick
VPL-HS51A:
UL60950, FCC class B
Optional accessories
Projector Lamp LMP-H130 (for replacement)
Air filter PK-HS10FL (for replacement)
Projector Suspension Support PSS-610
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Specifications
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Warning on power connection
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
The United States,
Canada
Plug typeVM0233 290BYP-12ACOX-07*YP332
Female endVM0089 386AYC-13BCOX-02VM0310BYC-13
Cord typeSVT or
Rated Voltage
& Current
Safety approval UL/CSA UL/CSA VDEVDEVDE
SJT
10A/
125V
* Use a rated plug that complies with the regulation of each country and the
specifications.
SVT or
SJT
10A/
125V
Continental EuropeUK, Ireland,
Australia, New
Zealand
H05VV-FH05VV-F N13237/CO-228 VCTF
10A/250V 10A/250V 10A/250V7A/125V
Japan
DENANHO
Input Signals and Adjustable/setting Items
Some of the items in the menus cannot be adjusted depending on the input
signal. The following tables indicate them.
The items that cannot be adjusted are not displayed in the menu.
Adjust Picture menu
ItemInput signal
Video or S
video (Y/C)
Contrastzz zzz
Brightnesszz zzz
Colorz
(except for
B & W)
Huez
(NTSC
NTSC
only, except
for B & W)
Sharpnesszz z–z
Black Level Adjzz z–z
Gamma Correctionzz zzz
Color Temp.zz zzz
ComponentVideo GBRComputerHDMI
zz–z
zz–z
4.43
3.58
/
Others
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ItemInput signal
Video or S
video (Y/C)
DDEzz
Cinema
Black Pro
Advanced
Iris
Lamp
Control
z : Adjustable/can be set
– : Not adjustable/cannot be set
When a signal other than the preset signals shown above is input, the picture may not
appear properly.
input
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Ceiling Installation
Use the PSS-610 Projector Suspension Support when you install the projector
on a ceiling. The projection distances for ceiling installation are shown below.
a: Distance between the screen and the front hole for the mount bracket on
the bottom surface of the unit
b: Distance from the ceiling to the bottom surface of the unit
x: Distance between the ceiling and the center of the screen
(Distance that allows the whole picture being displayed on the screen)
PSS-610 Projector Suspension
Support (not supplied)
To calculate the installation measurements (SS: Screen Size)
a (minimum) = {(SS × 21.27/0.5906) – 35.160899} × 1.025 + 123.5
a (maximum) = {(SS × 33.9409273/0.5906) – 37.678872} × 0.975 + 123.5
x (minimum) = (SS/0.5906 × 4.5)
x (maximum) = b + (SS/0.5906 × 9) + 75
Attaching the PSS-610 projector suspension support
For details on installation on a ceiling, refer to the Installation manual for
Dealers of the PSS-610. Make sure to consult with a qualified Sony personnel
for installation.
The installation measurements are shown below when installing the projector
on a ceiling.
Top view
Install the projector so that the center of the lens is parallel to the center of the
screen.
58 Ceiling Installation
Front of the cabinet
Center of the lens
Distance between the screen
and the center of the lens
14.4
(19/32)
Center of the supporting pole
(The center of the supporting pole
is different from that of the unit.)
(6 1/8)
224.5
7
(8
5
(8
/8)
Upper ceiling
/8)
mount bracket
Unit: mm (inches)
216.5
152.5
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Front view
Distance between the ceiling and the surface of the mount bracket
Using adjustment pipe (b): 150/175/200 mm (6 / 7 / 7
Using adjustment pipe (c): 250/275/300 mm (9
7
/8)
250 (9
125 (5)
7
/8 inches)
7
/8 / 10 7/8 / 11 7/8 inches)
Ceiling
Center of the
supporting pole
Center of the lens
66 (2 5/8)
Side view
216.5
5
/8)
(8
152.5
(6 1/8)
Center of the lens
The bottom
surface of the
mount bracket
75 (3)
Others
135.5
3
(5
/8)
224.5
7
(8
Front of the cabinet
14.4
/8)
(19/32)
Unit: mm (inches)
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Location of Controls
Front
You can use the buttons on the control panel with the same names as those on
the remote control to operate the projector.
I/1 (on/standby) switch (1 page 18)
INPUT button (1 page 24)
MENU button (1 page 21)
M/m/</, (arrow)
button (1 page 22)
MENU
INPUT
VPL-HS60
LAMP/COVER indicator
(1 page 46)
TEMP/FAN Indicator
(1 page 46)
POWER SAVING
indicator (1 page 40)
ON/STANDBY
indicator (1 page 17)
LAMP/
TEMP/
POWER
COVER
FAN
SAVING
ON/
STANDBY
VPL-HS51A
Remote control
detector (1 page 17)
Ventilation holes
(exhaust) (1 page 9)
Focus ring (1 page 20)
Zoom ring (1 page 20)
60 Location of Controls
LENS SHIFT dials
(1 page 18)
Remote control
detector (1 page 17)
Ethernet connector
Connects to a computer
with the LAN cable.
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Rear
Air filter
(1 page 49)
TRIGGER
TRIGGER jack (minijack)
Outputs a 12 V signal
when the power is on.
USB connector (VPL-HS51A only)
Connects to a computer with the
USB cable (A y mini-B: not
supplied) when performing
“Gamma Correction” using the
specified controller,
“ImageDirector.” (1 page 38)
USB
Y
PB/CB PR/CR VIDEO
HDMI
INPUT
S VIDEOINPUT A
S VIDEO INPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)/
VIDEO INPUT jack (phono type) (1 page 15)
B/CB/PR/CR (phono type) (1 page 13)
Y/P
HDMI connector (1 page 14)
Air fliter cover
(1 page 49)
Ventilation
holes (intake)
(1 page 9)
AC IN
~ AC IN socket
INPUT A connector (1 page 16)
Others
61Location of Controls
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Bottom
Adjusters
(1 page 20)
Lamp cover
(1 page 48)
Ventilation
holes (intake)
(1 page 9)
Projector
suspension support
attachment holes
(1 page 58)
Printed on 100% recycled paper.
Power consumption in standby is 0.5 W.
Lead-free solder is used for soldering.
Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets and printed wiring boards.
Polystyrene foam for the packaging cushions is not used in packaging.
100% recycled paper is used for the carton.
ony Corporation
Printed in Japan
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