Sony VPL-PS10, VPL-PX10, VPL-PX15 Operating Instruction

VPL-PX15/PX10/PS10

4-083-534-14(2)

LCD Data Pr ojector

Operating Instructions Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones

GB FR ES

VPL-PX15 VPL-PX10 VPL-PS10

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 “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 of the VPL-PX15/PX10

LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT

RAYONNEMENT LASER NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 2 LASER–STRAHLING, NICHT IN DEN STRAHL BLICKEN LASER KLASSE 2 MAX OUTPUT : 1mW EN60825-1 WAVE LENGTH : 645nm /A11:1996

This label is located on the rear of the Remote Commander.

CAUTION

LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

WAVE LENGTH:645nm MAX OUTPUT:1mW

CLASS II LASER PRODUCT

COMPLIES WITH DHHS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J

SONY CORPORATION 6-7-35 KITASHINAGAWA SHINAGAW A-KU, TOKY O, JAP AN

MANUFACTURED

AVOID EXPOSURELASER RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE.

Laser light shines out of this window.

This label is located on the rear of the Remote Commander.

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.

Caution

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Notes

• Do not aim the laser at people and do not look into the laser transmitter.

• If the Remote Commander malfunctions or causes a malfunction, consult with qualified Sony personnel. We will exchange the Remote Commander for a new one based on the terms of the guarantee.

For the customers in Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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For the customers in the United Kingdom

Voor de klanten in Nederland

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 I 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.

• Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat.

• Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij toch vervangen moet worden. De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.

• Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).

• Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt worden.

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

Apparaten ma kun tilkoples jordet stikkontakt. Apparatet må kun tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.

English

Warning on power connection

Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.

The United States, Continental UK, Ireland, Japan Canada Europe Australia, New Zealand

Plug type VM0233 290B YP-12A COX-07 — Female end VM0089 386A YC-13B COX-02 VM0310B YC-13 Cord type SJT SJT H05VV-F H05VV-F N13237/CO-228 VCTF Rated Voltage & Current 10A/125V 10A/125V 10A/250V 10A/250V 10A/250V 7A/125V Safety approval UL/CSA UL/CSA VDE VDE VDE DENAN

YP332

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1) Use the correct plug for your country.

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Table of Contents

Overview

Setting Up and Projecting

Precautions ............................................................... 7 (GB)

Features..................................................................... 8 (GB)

Location and Function of Controls......................... 9 (GB)

Front / Left Side ....................................................... 9 (GB)

Rear / Right Side / Bottom....................................... 9 (GB)

Control Panel ......................................................... 11 (GB)

Connector Panel ..................................................... 13 (GB)

Remote Commander (supplied with the

VPL-PX15/PX10)............................................. 14 (GB)

Remote Commander (supplied with the

VPL-PS10)........................................................ 16 (GB)

Installing the Projector........................................... 18 (GB)

Connecting the Projector....................................... 18 (GB)

Connecting to a Computer ..................................... 18 (GB)

Connecting to a VCR or 15k RGB/Component

Equipment......................................................... 20 (GB)

Connecting to a LAN (VPL-PX15 only) ............... 21 (GB)

Selecting the Menu Language............................... 23 (GB)

Projecting ................................................................ 24 (GB)

Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu

Using the Menu....................................................... 27 (GB)

The PICTURE CTRL Menu ..................................... 28 (GB)

The INPUT SETTING Menu .................................... 29 (GB)

The SET SETTING Menu ........................................ 31 (GB)

The INSTALL SETTING Menu ................................ 32 (GB)

Installation

Installation Example............................................... 34 (GB)

Notes for Installation.............................................. 35 (GB)

Unsuitable Installation ........................................... 35 (GB)

Unsuitable Conditions for Use............................... 35 (GB)

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Maintenance

Other

Maintenance............................................................ 37 (GB)

Replacing the Lamp ............................................... 37 (GB)

Cleaning the Air Filter ........................................... 38 (GB)

Troubleshooting ..................................................... 39 (GB)

Specifications ......................................................... 41 (GB)

Index ........................................................................ 44 (GB)

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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 aim the laser at people and do not look into the laser transmitter.

•Do not place your hand or objects near the ventilation holes — the air coming out is hot.

•Be careful not to catch your fingers with the adjusters when you lift up the projector. Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjusters out.

•Be sure to grasp both sides when carrying the projector.

On illumination

On preventing internal heat build-up

After you turn off the power with the I / 1 key on the Remote Commander or on the control panel, 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) on the bottom and ventilation holes (exhaust) on the front. 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 filter at regular intervals, every 300 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.

Overview

•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.

About the LCD projector

The LCD projector is manufactured using highprecision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD projector. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.

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Features

High brightness, high picture quality

•High brightness

Adopting a newly developed optical system and a 200 W UHP lamp allows high brightness (VPL-PX15/ PX10: light output 2000 ANSI lumen, VPL-PS10: light output 1500 ANSI lumen) and excellent uniformity on the picture.

•High resolution

VPL-PX15/PX10

Three 0.9-inch, approximately 790,000 pixel, XGA panels provide a resolution of 1024 × 768 dots for RGB input and 750 horizontal TV lines for video input.

VPL-PS10

Three 0.9-inch, approximately 480,000 pixel, SVGA panels provide a resolution of 800 × 600 dots for RGB input and 600 horizontal TV lines for video input.

Simple setup

•Simple setup with external equipment

The projector has 37 preset data items for input signals in memory, which allows you to project a clear picture on the screen simply by connecting equipment and pressing the APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key.

Easy presentation

•Multi functional Remote Commander with mouse control functions

You can operate a computer connected to this projector with the Remote Commander since the unit has a built-in mouse receiver.

•Digital zoom / freeze functions

This projector has a digital zoom function that enables you to enlarge the image at a desired location on the screen. The freeze function allows you to freeze the picture projected. The frozen picture continues to be projected even if the equipment is disconnected from the video source.

Accepts various input signals

•Scan converter loaded

This projector has a built-in scan converter that converts the input signal to 1024 × 768 dots (VPLPX15/PX10) or 800 × 600 dots (VPL-PS10).

•Compatible input signals

This projector accepts composite, S video, and component video signals as well as 15k RGB, VGA

SVGA

, XGA2), and SXGA2) signals, which can all be

displayed.

•Compatible with six color systems

Any of the NTSC

3.58, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43

M, or PAL-N color systems can be selected automatically or manually.

, PAL-

•Compatible with USB (Universal Serial Bus) hub

Other functions

functions

You can connect USB equipment (e.g., a USB mouse) to the projector, and also control the projector by using the “Projector Station” application software (CD-ROM) supplied with the projector from a

computer operated with Microsoft

Windows1) 98,

•Networking compatibility (Wireless compatible, VPL-PX15 only)

The projector is equipped with a PC CARD slot and ETHER connector, which allows you to connect the unit to a wired or wireless LAN.

Windows 98 SE or Windows 2000. Using this application software, you can open a file you want to use for your presentation with the supplied Remote Commander.

1) Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation (U.S.A. and other countries).

2) VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA are registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation, U.S.A.

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

For information on the networking function of this projector, refer to the Operating Instructions for Networking supplied with the unit.

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Location and Function of

Location and Function of Controls

1 Zoom ring

Adjusts the size of the picture.

Controls

Front / Left Side

1 2 3

(This illustration shows the VPL-PX15.)

q;qa

H S U P

PUSH

2 Focus ring

Adjusts the picture focus.

3 Front remote control detector

4 Ventilation holes (exhaust)

5 Lens

Remove the lens cap before projection.

6 Adjuster buttons

7 Handle release Push to make the carrying handle 0 pop up.

8 Connector panel

For details, see “Connector Panel” on page 13 (GB).

9 Connector panel cover

If necessary, open this cover to use the connectors on the connector panel. You can remove the cover by releasing the connector panel cover lock qf.

Left side

Rear / Right Side / Bottom

qd qs ws ql wa w; ql qk qj

qgqf qh

PUSH

Connector panel cover

q; Carrying handle

Use the handle release 7 to make the handle pop up from the projector for carrying.

qa Control panel

For details, see “Control Panel” on page 11 (GB).

qs Rear remote control detector

qd Left speaker

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Location and Function of Controls

qf Connector panel cover lock Used to remove/install the connector panel cover 9.

Bottom

While pressing both sides of the lock, slide the connector cover outward to release it.

qg Rear adjusters qh Adjusters

When a picture is projected on an exterior of the screen, adjust the picture using these adjusters.

For details on how to use the adjusters, see “How to use the adjusters” on page 11 (GB).

wa Air filter cover lock

Used to remove the air filter cover.

For details, see “Cleaning the Air Filter” on page 38 (GB).

Note

Clean the air filter every 300 hours to ensure optimal performance.

ws Ventilation holes (intake) / air filter cover

Notes

•Do not place anything near the ventilation holes as it may cause internal heat build-up.

•Do not place your hand or objects near the ventilation holes — the air coming out is hot.

qj Security lock

Connects to an optional security cable (made by

Kensington)

The security lock corresponds to Kensington’s

®1)

MicroSaver

Security System.

If you require further information, contact

Kensington 2855 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403

In North America Phone: 800-235-6708 Fax: 800-247-1317

Outside North America Phone: 847-541-9500

Home page address: http://www.kensington.com/

qk Lamp cover ql Ventilation holes (intake) w; Right speaker

1) Kensington and MicroSaver are registered trademarks of Kensington Technology Group.

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Location and Function of Controls

How to use the adjusters

To adjust the height

Adjust the height of the projector as follows:

1 Lift the projector and press the adjuster buttons.

The adjusters will extend from the projector.

Adjuster buttons

2 While pressing the buttons, adjust the height.

Then, release the buttons. The adjusters will lock, then the height of the projector will be fixed. For fine adjustment, turn the adjusters to the right or left.

Control Panel

LAMP/

TEMP/

POWER

COVER

FAN

HELP

VOLUME

APA

RESET

1 2 34 5678

1 HELP key

If you need help information during an operation, press this key to display help messages. The Help menu lists error recovery techniques depending on problem type.

2 VOLUME +/– keys

Adjust the volume of the built-in speakers.

+ : Increases the volume. – : Decreases the volume.

SAVING

ENTER

ON/

STANDBY

INPUT

Note

If the adjusters have been extended to the limit and you keep turning the adjusters counterclockwise, the adjusters will stop turning and the adjuster buttons cannot be pressed. In this case, turn the adjusters clockwise, and then press the adjuster buttons again.

3 If necessary, turn the rear adjusters to the right or

left to adjust the height of the projector.

3 APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) key

Adjusts the picture to be projected automatically to give the clearest picture possible while a signal from the computer is input. Adjusts the shift (up/down and left/right) at the same time automatically.

Note

Press the APA key when the full image is displayed on the screen. If there are black edges around the image, the APA function will not function properly and the image may extend beyond the screen.

4 RESET key

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

5 Arrow (M/m/</,) keys

Used to select a menu or to make various adjustments.

6 ENTER key

Enters the settings of items in the menu system.

Notes

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

•Do not push hard on the top of the projector with the adjusters out.

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Location and Function of Controls

7 INPUT key

Selects the input signal. Each time you press the key, the input signal switches as follows:

INPUT-A

INPUT -B (VPL-PX15 only)

S-VIDEO VIDEO

Notes

•You can select INPUT-B only if INPUT-B FUNC. in the INSTALL SETTING menu has been set to ON. INPUT-B is only available for the VPL-PX15.

•The audio signals are the same for the VIDEO and S-VIDEO.

•The audio signals are the same for the INPUT-A and INPUT-B.

8 I / 1 (on / standby) key

Turns the projector on and off when the projector is in the standby mode. The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in green when the power is turned on.

When turning off the power, press the I / 1 key twice following the message on the screen, or press and hold the key for about one second.

For details on steps for turning off the power, see “To turn off the power” on page 25 (GB).

9 MENU key

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

POWER SAVING: Lights up when the projector is

in the 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. The power saving mode is canceled when a signal is input or any key is pressed. However, in the power saving mode, none of the keys function for the first 60 seconds.

ON/STANDBY: Lights up or flashes under the

following conditions:

• Lights up in red when the AC power cord is plugged into the wall outlet. Once in the standby mode, you can turn on the projector

I / 1

with the

key.

• Lights up in green when the power is turned on.

• Flashes in green while the cooling fan runs after

I / 1

the power is turned off with the

key. The fan runs for about 90 seconds after turning off the power. The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes quickly for the first 60 seconds of that time. During this first 60 seconds, you cannot turn the

I / 1

power back on with the

For details on the LAMP/COVER and the TEMP/FAN indicators, see page 40 (GB).

key.

0 Indicators

LAMP/COVER: Lights up or flashes under the

following conditions:

• Lights up when the lamp has reached the end of its life or has reached a high temperature.

• Flashes when the lamp cover or air filter cover is not secured firmly.

TEMP (Temperature)/FAN: Lights up or flashes

under the following conditions:

• Lights up when temperature inside the projector becomes unusually high.

• Flashes when the fan is broken.

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Location and Function of Controls

Connector Panel

Left side

PUSH

INPUT B PC CARD

4321

(This illustration shows the VPL-PX15.)

1 AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

AUDIO

MOUSE

PLUG IN POWER

CTRL S

AUDIO

VIDEO

INPUT A ~AC IN

56 7 8

MOUSE

PLUG IN POWER

CTRL S

AUDIO

INPUT A ~AC IN

4 INPUT B connectors (VPL-PX15 only)

INPUT B PC CARD slot (Type II): A wireless

LAN PC card or PC memory card can be installed according to your requirements.

For details, see “Installing a PC card” on page 21 (GB).

INPUT B ETHER connector (10BASE-T/

100BASE-TX): Connects to a computer on a

LAN with a LAN cable when you use the

S VIDEO

networking function of this projector.

5 MOUSE connector (6-pin)

Connects to the PS/2 mouse port on a computer via the supplied mouse cable, to control the mouse function of the connected computer.

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

6 USB connector (USB B-plug for upstream, 4pin)

Connects to a computer. When you connect the projector to the computer via this connector, the projector recognizes that a USB mouse is connected and you can control the mouse function of the computer connected to the INPUT A connector using the supplied Remote Commander. The supplied application software can be used on the computer connected to this connector.

2 INPUT A connectors

Connect to external equipment such as a computer.

INPUT A connector (HD D-sub 15-pin, female):

Connects to the monitor output on a computer using the supplied cable. When inputting a component or 15k RGB signal, use the appropriate cable.

For details, see “To connect 15k RGB/Component equipment” on page 21 (GB).

AUDIO jack (stereo minijack): Connects to the

audio output of the computer.

3 CTRL S /PLUG IN POWER (DC 5V output) jack (stereo minijack)

Connects to the control S out jack of Sony equipment. Connects to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the supplied Remote Commander to use it as a wired remote control unit. In this case, you do not need to install batteries in the Remote Commander, since the power is supplied from this jack.

7 USB connector (USB A-plug for downstream, 4pin)

Connects to USB equipment such as a mouse, camera, etc.

8 Video input connectors

Connect to external video equipment such as a VCR.

S VIDEO connector (mini DIN 4-pin): Connects to

the S video output (Y/C video output) of video equipment.

VIDEO jack (phono type): Connects to the

composite video output of video equipment.

AUDIO jack (stereo minijack): Connects to the

audio output of the VCR.

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Location and Function of Controls

Remote Commander (supplied with the VPL-PX15/PX10)

Keys which have the same names as those on the control panel function identically.

MUTING

AUDIO

VOLUME

ENTER

RESET/

ESCAPE

FUNCTION

RM-PJM15

PROJECTOR

qs,qd

PIC

INPUT

D KEYSTONE

FREEZE

LASER

CLICK

1 2 3

4 5

6 7 8

9 q;

wd ws

COMMAND

OFF

PJ NETWORK

wa w; ql qk

HELP

APA

MENU/

TAB

qj qh

qg qf

D ZOOM

Notes on the laser beam

•Do not look into the laser transmitter.

•Do not aim the laser at people.

I / 1

1 2 MUTING keys

Cut off the picture and sound.

3 INPUT key 4 D KEYSTONE key

Corrects the trapezoidal distortion caused by the projection angle. Use the arrow keys (M/m/</,) to display the image as a rectangle.

5 FREEZE key

Used to freeze the picture projected. To cancel the frozen picture, press the key again.

(on / standby) key

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

picture.

AUDIO: Cuts off the sound from the speakers. Press

again or press the VOLUME + key to restore the sound.

7 Mouse